2024-2025学年四川省自贡市田家炳中学高二上学期12月检测英语试题（含答案，无听力音频无听力原文）

2024-2025学年四川省自贡市田家炳中学高二上学期12月检测英语试题
满分：150分 考试时间：120分钟
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节（共5小题，每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
1．What did the boy finally get
A．A colorful bike. B．A blue bike. C．A white bike.
2．How long does the woman plan to stay
A．About seven days. B．About five days. C．About twelve days.
3．What do we know about the man
A．He is making coffee. B．He has a pain in his hands. C．He is busy painting.
4．What did the woman do last night
A．She saw a movie. B．She went to her sister’s. C. She watched a football game.
5．What time will Cathy go to the party
A．Before seven. B．Around six thirty. C．After seven.
第二节（共15小题:每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6．What kind of dress does the lady get
A．A cotton dress Size 9. B．A special dress Size 8. C．A silk dress Size 7.
7．How much is the change
A．$10. B．$6. C．$16.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8．What did the man do during these weeks
A．He rode to the country several times.
B．He spent his holidays away from the city.
C．He managed to visit the tower.
9．How does the man feel about what he’s done
A．He feels regretful. B．He feels content. C．He feels disappointed.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10．Who is the woman most probably speaking to
A．A passenger. B．A railway man. C．A conductor.
11．What do we know about the train
A．It takes half an hour to Sevenoaks.
B．It is for long journey travelers.
C．It is a slow train.
12．What is the woman going to do then
A．To change to another train.
B．To give up the journey.
C．To buy a ticket for this train.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13．What is the probable relationship between the two speakers
A．Husband and wife. B．Son and mother. C．Father and daughter.
14．What does the woman tell the man about
A．The big storm. B．The power station C．The sharp cry in the dark.
15．What is the first thing the man is going to do
A. To buy some candles. B．To make a phone call. C．To go back home.
16．Which of the following can best describe the woman’s feeling
A．Fearless. B．Helpless. C．Hopeless.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17．According to the speaker, how will students feel about the university life at its beginning
A．Excited and fearful. B．Excited and tired. C．Excited and anxious.
18．What will help the students to become clear about their own goals
A．Walking around the university.
B．Understanding the university requirements.
C．Getting used to university life.
19．Why does the speaker advise the students not to give up learning
A．Because learning can help them understand their own value.
B．Because learning can help them improve their life.
C．Because learning can help them get university degrees.
20．According to the speaker, what is the most important for the new students
A．Fields of learning. B．Results of learning. C．Ways of learning.
第二部分 阅读理解 （共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
The UK's music festivals are world famous but there are plenty more to celebrate in the country.
Burns Night, Scotland
On 25 January, Scots celebrate the life and works of Scotland's national poet Robert Burns by holding a special Burns Supper. This can be a chance for friends to get together with a huge formal dinner. Guests take it in turn to recite Burns' poems or sing one of his songs.
Hay Festival, Hay-on-Wye, Wales
For 10 days each May the small town of Hay on-Wye on the edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park in Wales is filled with writers, filmmakers, musicians, and people who come to hear them talk and exchange ideas. The festival celebrates great writing of all genres (体裁) and it all takes place in a village in the town.
Camp Festival Dorset
As a branch of a festival held in Dorset, it's one of the best family festivals in the UK Held every year in the grounds of the historic Lulworth Castle in Dorset, the festival includes top live music acts, but as the organizer say, “kids are king” at Camp Festival, with a wide variety of entertainment, workshops and fun for kids. The 2020 Camp Festival takes place from 25 to 28 July.
Guy Fawkes Day or “Bonfire Night”
All over the UK on 5 November, the British light bonfires and set off fireworks in their back gardens or, more commonly these days, at organized events in public parks. They celebrate the Catholic Guy Fawkes' failed attempt to blow up the Houses of Parliament (议会院) on 5 November, 1605.
1. Which festivals are related to literature (文学)
A. Hay Festival and Camp Festival. B. Bums Night and Hay Festival.
C. Burs Night and Guy Fawkes Day. D. Camp Festival and Guy Fawkes Day.
2. When does the festival most attractive to children take place
A. In July. B. In May. C. In January. D. In November.
3. What does Guy Fawkes Day celebrate
A. An impressive building. B. A successful adventure.
C. An organized game. D. A historical event.
B
Recently, a new kind of tourism has sprung up in China. Called “special forces style tourism”, this new kind of tourism features visiting multiple scenic interests in a short, intense period, most often on weekends. It is popular among college students, reported China Youth Daily.
Yu Yinghua in Shanghai Lixin University of Accounting and Finance is one of them. The 22-year-old started the “special forces style tourism” in March after she was attracted by such experiences of Xiaohongshu travel bloggers. “Confined (限制) to the school for almost three years due to the pandemic, I’m hungry to take trips in my spare time, ” said Yu.
Her most recent trip was to Shanghai. Starting at 7 am, the 22-year-old visited nine local attractions. “That day, I walked almost 30, 000 steps,” Yu said, “Though it’s a bit tiring, I enjoy the trip as much as day-long trips. It still lets me have a better understanding of the cities I go to. ” Unlike Yu who traveled in nearby cities, Chen Junjun, a doctoral student at Shanghai Advanced Research Institute, CAS, likes to travel far to rid herself of academic stress. In April, the 24-year-old took a two-day trip to Xi’an, Shaanxi. During her trip, she visited all the scenic sites in the city. “Juggling (同时应付) many academic responsibilities, such a trip can bring a splash of color (一抹亮色) to my stressful life!” said Chen.
Even so, the 24-year-old added that such tourism is not suitable for everyone. Chen said that it’s labor-consuming as visitors have to see as many sites as possible in an intensive (集中的) period. To some extent, such trips are not flexible as long-day trips in which you can change your plan as you like. “Thus, abundant energy and a calm mind are necessary for special forces style tourism, ” said Chen.
4. What can we infer about special forces style tourism from the text
A. It is labor-consuming but rewarding.
B. It is popular with all people in China.
C. It features visiting multiple scenic interests in a relaxing way.
D. It is flexible as long-day trips in which you can change your plan as you like.
5. Which of the following is NOT the reason why people take to this new kind of tourism
A. It can bring relief to our stressful life.
B It can contribute to learning more about the sites.
C. It can help save time and money while enjoying the sites better.
D. Confined for almost three years due to the pandemic, people long to take trips.
6. What are required for special forces style tourism
A. Enough energy and calmness.
B. Good outfit and an open mind.
C. Rich experience and willpower.
D. Abundant fund and a calm mind.
7. What’s the main idea of the passage
A. A new kind of tourism has sprung up.
B. Special forces style tourism is well-received worldwide.
C. College students like visiting scenic interests on weekends.
D. College students challenge themselves by traveling on a tight schedule.
C
Chinese American novelist Li Yiyun’s The Book of Goose has won the 2023 Faulkner Award for Fiction. “Li’s The Book of Goose is a dazzling, conventions-defying, nuanced (细腻入微的) novel, ” stated the judging panel for the 2023 Faulkner Award.
First published in September 2022, The Book of Goose is “a gripping, heartbreaking new novel about female friendship, art, and memory, ” which is centered-around a conversation between its two protagonists (主角) — Agnes and Fabienne — on happiness and tells the story of how two French girls succeeded in literature after World War II.
Back in her younger years, Li did not believe she would go on such a long literary journey. After graduating from Peking University in 1966 with a bachelor’s in biological science, she went on to do her master’s in immunology (免疫学) at the University of Iowa, US.
What changed her life track was a community writing workshop in 1997. Without any specific purpose in mind, Li attended the workshop just like how “a housewife goes to a yoga class for fun,” she recalled. After that, Li began to write stories in English although she had no prior writing experience. Her efforts later earned her international fame.
Now Li is the author of several works of fiction, including Must I Go, Where Reasons End, and A Thousand Years of Good Prayers which have won her many awards. Her works have been translated into a dozen of languages, with some even adapted into movies.
Her works touch on thought-provoking topics like humanity, emotion, and cultural divide. She has been dedicated to exploring the different sides of human nature and the conflicts people face when coming from different cultural backgrounds. “I do have an interest in imperfections,” Li said. “I think it’s a matter of character. Some people will say I like the dark side, that is also character. ”
8. What do we know about The Book of Goose
A. It was first published in September 2023.
B. It has won the 2022 Faulkner Award for Fiction.
C. It is a new novel about friendship, art, science, and memory.
D. It tells of two French girls’ experiences of success in literature after World War II.
9. What does the author want to tell us by writing Paragraphs 3 and 4
A. Li turned novelist unexpectedly.
B. Li did well in academic performance.
C. Li’s efforts earned her international fame.
D. Li attended the writing workshop just for fun.
10. What does the underlined word “prior” in Paragraph 4 mean
A. Valuable.
B. Previous.
C. Outstanding.
D. Proper.
11. What is the author’s attitude towards Li Yiyun and her works
A. Unconcerned.
B. Negative.
C. Objective.
D. Doubtful.
D
On March 22, 2021, the journal Nature Ecology & Evolution published a new map of undiscovered species. This new effort is of great importance for Walter Jetz, study co-author and professor at Yale University, US. “At the current pace of global environmental change, there is no doubt that many species will die out before we have ever learned about their existence and had the chance to consider their fate,” Jetz said.
Less than a decade ago, Yale researchers mapped out the world’s life. Now Yale researchers have launched a more ambitious project—creating a map where life has yet to be discovered, whose goal is to help support biodiversity discovery and preservation across the globe. According to the researchers, “Conservative estimates suggest only 13 to 18 percent of all living species have been identified, although this number could be as low as 1.5 percent.” In the rapidly changing global environment, researchers are racing against time to discover the remaining species.
“Finding the missing pieces of the Earth’s biodiversity puzzle is therefore crucial to improve biodiversity conservation worldwide, ” explained lead author Mario Moura, a biologist at the Federal University of Paraiba in Brazil. The map of undiscovered life is based on a model estimating where unknown species likely exist today, based on environmental, biological and sociological factors. The most undiscovered vertebrates (脊 椎 动 物) —potentially 25 percent of all future discoveries — are expected to live in Brazil, Colombia, Madagascar and Indonesia. Tropical forests in these countries need protection and we must stop deforestation (滥砍滥伐) rates to discover our biodiversity.
“It is a fascinating project that allows us to better know biodiversity patterns on the planet, ” Moura said. “We hope to motivate citizen scientists and biodiversity enthusiasts about the importance of species discovery and ignite (点燃) discussions and agreements from those responsible for decision-making and conservation planning.”
12. Why is the new map so important
A. It is of environment-friendly importance.
B. It will prevent most species dying out.
C. It helps improve biodiversity conservation only in some countries.
D. It helps support biodiversity discovery and preservation across the globe.
13. What may Yale researchers agree with
A. It is a race against time to discover the remaining species.
B. Only 13 to 18 percent of all living species have been identified.
C. Many species will go extinct after we have ever learned about them.
D. The new map is based on a model estimating where the world’s species exist.
14. Which of the following can be the best title for the text
A. Mapping the World’s Life
B. Mapping Hidden Animals
C. A New Map of Biodiversity
D. Mapping Endangered Species
15. What is the author most likely to talk about in the following paragraph
A. The importance of species discovery.
B. The impact of deforestation on undiscovered species.
C. Scientists’ new researches on biodiversity conservation.
D. The more specific things we can do to help species discovery.
第二节 （共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
Running is a great way to get in shape and just about everyone can do it. Given that it's so easy to take up the sport, a lot of beginners jump right into running without actually knowing what it takes to establish a healthy routine.
___16___. If you are just starting out, avoid the following things to help you increase your chances of running success.
Doing too much too soon
One of the biggest mistakes beginners make is doing too much too soon. Picking up a new hobby like running is no doubt exciting. Runners need to ease into the sport before increasing the distance.___17___.
___18___
Beginners might think they need to run nearly every day to meet their fitness or weight-loss goals, but this couldn't be further from the truth.___19___， especially for beginners whose muscles and bones haven't yet been conditioned for such intense (剧烈的) exercise. So it's important to give your body ample rest between workouts. Follow a training plan that includes rest days.
Comparing yourself to others
___20___, You're excited about running, so you are probably reading running blogs, magazines and message boards where you might start to feel inadequate about your own running pace. Instead of getting down on yourself， remember that every runner was once a beginner and use their success as motivation!
A. Not running every day
B. Not taking rest days
C. Running is a demanding activity which can be really hard on your body
D. As mentioned, a healthy routine is what they attach importance to
E. When starting out with running, it's tough not to compare yourself to others
F. Many make a number of common mistakes, which can interfere (干扰) with training or lead to injury
G. It will help reduce the risk of injury, so you can continue with your new running routine
第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 （共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分
I had an interesting childhood, filled with surprise and delight, all because of my mother — loving, sweet, yet absent-minded and forgetful. One ____21____family trip we took when I was eleven tells a lot about her. My two sets of grandparents lived in Colorado and North Dakota, and my parents decided to spend a few weeks ____22____ to those states and seeing all the sights along the way. As the first day of our trip ____23____, David, my eight-year-old brother, and I____24____ said good-bye to all of our friends. Who knew if we’d ever see them again Finally, the moment of our departure (启程) arrived, and we ____25____ our luggage into the car and bravely drove off. We bravely drove off again two hours later after we’d returned to get the purse and traveler’s checks Mom had____26____at home.
David and I were always a little____27____ when using gas station bathroom if Mom was driving while Dad slept: “You stand outside the door and play lookout (放哨) while I go and while you go, I will do the ____28____. ” We reminded each other. I____29____ terrible pictures in my mind: “Honey, where are the kids ” “What ! Oh, Gosh. . . I thought they were being awfully _____30_____.” My brother and I were never actually left_____31_____ in a strange city, but we weren’t about to take any chance.
We drove through several states and saw lots of great _____32_____ along the way. But what made this trip never fade away (逐渐消失) from our memories were those _____33_____ troubles. As my dad _____34_____ it, adaptation and tolerance were what a trip was really about, which means, whatever you come across, don’t forget to laugh and then _____35_____ it.
21. A. pleasant B. strange C. boring D. meaningful
22 A. driving B. walking C. flying D. riding
23. A. went, B. passed C. approached D. flew
24. A. excitedly B. anxiously C. happily D. unwillingly
25. A. lay B. loaded C. lifted D. drove
26. A. forgotten B. put C. left D. thrown
27. A. upset B. puzzled C. embarrassed D. nervous
28. A. different B. familiar C. same D. special
29. A. had B. took C. drew D. held
30. A. noisy B. terrible C. energetic D. quiet
31. A. off B. for C. behind D. over
32. A. sights B. museums C. parks D. stations
33. A. boring B. unexpected C. doubtful D. fantastic
34. A. said B. told C. spoke D. put
35. A. change B. solve C. study D. finish
第二节 （共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入 1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Melati and Isabel deeply love their home on the island, which____36____(surround) by rain forests, green fields, and a vast ocean. Enjoying a swim at their local beach was once a daily pleasure for them. But when Melati was fifteen, and Isabel just ten, the sisters started to lose their ____37____(interesting) in swimming in the waters near their home. Plastic bags would be around them as they swam and some were scattered (散落) on the beach. They got ____38____ (extreme) upset about that.
Melati didn’t think much about it until one day her teacher gave a lesson on some world heroes, ____39____ had sparked (引发) movements of positive changes in the world. After school, Melati walked home slowly in silence, ____40____(concern) about the large amount of plastic rubbish on the beach. The heroes crossed her mind. Then____41____ idea lit her up. She couldn’t wait to share what she thought with Isabel. Isabel also had a strong desire to do something. Picturing a____42____(fascinate) beach as before in mind, the pair jumped with joy.
They made a list ____43____ things they needed and reached out to the community for support. Melati and Isabel’s small idea attracted many volunteers to help clean up the beach, ____44____(make) it start to become cleaner and more beautiful again. The sisters were overjoyed to see the impact they had made and continued to inspire others to take action against plastic pollution. They knew that even small actions like theirs could create significant positive change in _____45_____(they) community and the world.
第四部分 写作（满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华，从互联网上得知某动物保护协会正在招募志愿者，你想成为其中的一员。请写一封信申请这个职位，内容包括：
1. 写信目的；
2. 个人优势；
3. 能做的事情。
注意：1. 词数 100 左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Sir or Madam,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节 读后续写(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面文章，根据其内容和所给段落开头续写两段，使之构成一个完整短文，续写词数应为150左右。
I worked as a mailman. I loved this job. Each day I delivered things like college acceptances and birthday presents. “These are things that could all make some’s day,” I thought.
On an ordinary afternoon of Thursday, I walked in a block and delivered packages as usual. Children were playing in the yards along the block. I waved to them as I walked by, delivering mail at houses along the way. I turned up the next walkway. The lady who lived there opened the door wide. “Hello,” she said. I knew what she was waiting for. “I’ve got your book club selection,” I said, handing over her package.
　　There were only about 700 people on my route. Over the years I had gotten to know most of them. Mrs. Dorman at the end of my route got a package from the Home Shopping Network almost every day. She was an older lady. And I liked being able to bring a little joy into her life with my delivery.
　　After a long time of walking and delivering in the block, I finally reached the house of Mrs. Dorman. I dug in my bag for Mrs. Dorman’s mails-and the inevitable Home Shopping Network package. She’d be glad to get this. Mrs. Dorman waited for me at the door and we always had a nice talk.
　　But Mrs. Dorman wasn’t at the door today. I heard the TV going inside so I knew she was home. “She was probably watching her shopping shows,” I thought. I fit all the envelopes into her mailbox, then bent down to put the package by the door.
　　I froze. What was that Something like a cry. I approached closer to the door. “Mrs. Dorman ” I called. There was no answer. But that same weak cry came again. “Hello ” I tried to open the door, but it was locked. So I pressed my ear against the door. This time I clearly heard words, “Help me. I was injured by accident...”
注意：
1.续写词数应为150左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1:
I pushed against the door violently (猛烈地).
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Paragraph 2:
Luckily the ambulance (救护车) arrived fast.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
答案版
满分：150分 考试时间：120分钟
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节（共5小题，每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
1．What did the boy finally get
A．A colorful bike. B．A blue bike. C．A white bike.
2．How long does the woman plan to stay
A．About seven days. B．About five days. C．About twelve days.
3．What do we know about the man
A．He is making coffee. B．He has a pain in his hands. C．He is busy painting.
4．What did the woman do last night
A．She saw a movie. B．She went to her sister’s. C. She watched a football game.
5．What time will Cathy go to the party
A．Before seven. B．Around six thirty. C．After seven.
第二节（共15小题:每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6．What kind of dress does the lady get
A．A cotton dress Size 9. B．A special dress Size 8. C．A silk dress Size 7.
7．How much is the change
A．$10. B．$6. C．$16.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8．What did the man do during these weeks
A．He rode to the country several times.
B．He spent his holidays away from the city.
C．He managed to visit the tower.
9．How does the man feel about what he’s done
A．He feels regretful. B．He feels content. C．He feels disappointed.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10．Who is the woman most probably speaking to
A．A passenger. B．A railway man. C．A conductor.
11．What do we know about the train
A．It takes half an hour to Sevenoaks.
B．It is for long journey travelers.
C．It is a slow train.
12．What is the woman going to do then
A．To change to another train.
B．To give up the journey.
C．To buy a ticket for this train.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13．What is the probable relationship between the two speakers
A．Husband and wife. B．Son and mother. C．Father and daughter.
14．What does the woman tell the man about
A．The big storm. B．The power station C．The sharp cry in the dark.
15．What is the first thing the man is going to do
A. To buy some candles. B．To make a phone call. C．To go back home.
16．Which of the following can best describe the woman’s feeling
A．Fearless. B．Helpless. C．Hopeless.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17．According to the speaker, how will students feel about the university life at its beginning
A．Excited and fearful. B．Excited and tired. C．Excited and anxious.
18．What will help the students to become clear about their own goals
A．Walking around the university.
B．Understanding the university requirements.
C．Getting used to university life.
19．Why does the speaker advise the students not to give up learning
A．Because learning can help them understand their own value.
B．Because learning can help them improve their life.
C．Because learning can help them get university degrees.
20．According to the speaker, what is the most important for the new students
A．Fields of learning. B．Results of learning. C．Ways of learning.
听力答案 1-5BCCAC 6-10ACBBA 11-15CCAAB 16-20BCBBC
第二部分 阅读理解 （共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
The UK's music festivals are world famous but there are plenty more to celebrate in the country.
Burns Night, Scotland
On 25 January, Scots celebrate the life and works of Scotland's national poet Robert Burns by holding a special Burns Supper. This can be a chance for friends to get together with a huge formal dinner. Guests take it in turn to recite Burns' poems or sing one of his songs.
Hay Festival, Hay-on-Wye, Wales
For 10 days each May, the small town of Hay on-Wye on the edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park in Wales is filled with writers, filmmakers, musicians, and people who come to hear them talk and exchange ideas. The festival celebrates great writing of all genres (体裁) and it all takes place in a village in the town.
Camp Festival, Dorset
As a branch of a festival held in Dorset, it's one of the best family festivals in the UK Held every year in the grounds of the historic Lulworth Castle in Dorset, the festival includes top live music acts, but as the organizer say, “kids are king” at Camp Festival, with a wide variety of entertainment, workshops and fun for kids. The 2020 Camp Festival takes place from 25 to 28 July.
Guy Fawkes Day or “Bonfire Night”
All over the UK on 5 November, the British light bonfires and set off fireworks in their back gardens or, more commonly these days, at organized events in public parks. They celebrate the Catholic Guy Fawkes' failed attempt to blow up the Houses of Parliament (议会院) on 5 November, 1605.
1. Which festivals are related to literature (文学)
A. Hay Festival and Camp Festival. B. Bums Night and Hay Festival.
C. Burs Night and Guy Fawkes Day. D. Camp Festival and Guy Fawkes Day.
2. When does the festival most attractive to children take place
A. In July. B. In May. C. In January. D. In November.
3. What does Guy Fawkes Day celebrate
A An impressive building. B. A successful adventure.
C. An organized game. D. A historical event.
【答案】1. B 2. A 3. D
B
Recently, a new kind of tourism has sprung up in China. Called “special forces style tourism”, this new kind of tourism features visiting multiple scenic interests in a short, intense period, most often on weekends. It is popular among college students, reported China Youth Daily.
Yu Yinghua in Shanghai Lixin University of Accounting and Finance is one of them. The 22-year-old started the “special forces style tourism” in March after she was attracted by such experiences of Xiaohongshu travel bloggers. “Confined (限制) to the school for almost three years due to the pandemic, I’m hungry to take trips in my spare time, ” said Yu.
Her most recent trip was to Shanghai. Starting at 7 am, the 22-year-old visited nine local attractions. “That day, I walked almost 30, 000 steps,” Yu said, “Though it’s a bit tiring, I enjoy the trip as much as day-long trips. It still lets me have a better understanding of the cities I go to. ” Unlike Yu who traveled in nearby cities, Chen Junjun, a doctoral student at Shanghai Advanced Research Institute, CAS, likes to travel far to rid herself of academic stress. In April, the 24-year-old took a two-day trip to Xi’an, Shaanxi. During her trip, she visited all the scenic sites in the city. “Juggling (同时应付) many academic responsibilities, such a trip can bring a splash of color (一抹亮色) to my stressful life!” said Chen.
Even so, the 24-year-old added that such tourism is not suitable for everyone. Chen said that it’s labor-consuming as visitors have to see as many sites as possible in an intensive (集中的) period. To some extent, such trips are not flexible as long-day trips in which you can change your plan as you like. “Thus, abundant energy and a calm mind are necessary for special forces style tourism, ” said Chen.
4. What can we infer about special forces style tourism from the text
A. It is labor-consuming but rewarding.
B. It is popular with all people in China.
C. It features visiting multiple scenic interests in a relaxing way.
D. It is flexible as long-day trips in which you can change your plan as you like.
5. Which of the following is NOT the reason why people take to this new kind of tourism
A. It can bring relief to our stressful life.
B. It can contribute to learning more about the sites.
C. It can help save time and money while enjoying the sites better.
D. Confined for almost three years due to the pandemic, people long to take trips.
6. What are required for special forces style tourism
A. Enough energy and calmness.
B. Good outfit and an open mind.
C. Rich experience and willpower.
D. Abundant fund and a calm mind.
7. What’s the main idea of the passage
A. A new kind of tourism has sprung up.
B. Special forces style tourism is well-received worldwide.
C. College students like visiting scenic interests on weekends.
D. College students challenge themselves by traveling on a tight schedule.
【答案】4. A 5. C 6. A 7. A
C
Chinese American novelist Li Yiyun’s The Book of Goose has won the 2023 Faulkner Award for Fiction. “Li’s The Book of Goose is a dazzling, conventions-defying, nuanced (细腻入微) novel, ” stated the judging panel for the 2023 Faulkner Award.
First published in September 2022, The Book of Goose is “a gripping, heartbreaking new novel about female friendship, art, and memory, ” which is centered-around a conversation between its two protagonists (主角) — Agnes and Fabienne — on happiness and tells the story of how two French girls succeeded in literature after World War II.
Back in her younger years, Li did not believe she would go on such a long literary journey. After graduating from Peking University in 1966 with a bachelor’s in biological science, she went on to do her master’s in immunology (免疫学) at the University of Iowa, US.
What changed her life track was a community writing workshop in 1997. Without any specific purpose in mind, Li attended the workshop just like how “a housewife goes to a yoga class for fun,” she recalled. After that, Li began to write stories in English although she had no prior writing experience. Her efforts later earned her international fame.
Now Li is the author of several works of fiction, including Must I Go, Where Reasons End, and A Thousand Years of Good Prayers which have won her many awards. Her works have been translated into a dozen of languages, with some even adapted into movies.
Her works touch on thought-provoking topics like humanity, emotion, and cultural divide. She has been dedicated to exploring the different sides of human nature and the conflicts people face when coming from different cultural backgrounds. “I do have an interest in imperfections,” Li said. “I think it’s a matter of character. Some people will say I like the dark side, that is also character. ”
8. What do we know about The Book of Goose
A. It was first published in September 2023.
B. It has won the 2022 Faulkner Award for Fiction.
C. It is a new novel about friendship, art, science, and memory.
D. It tells of two French girls’ experiences of success in literature after World War II.
9. What does the author want to tell us by writing Paragraphs 3 and 4
A. Li turned novelist unexpectedly.
B. Li did well in academic performance.
C. Li’s efforts earned her international fame.
D. Li attended the writing workshop just for fun.
10. What does the underlined word “prior” in Paragraph 4 mean
A. Valuable.
B. Previous.
C. Outstanding.
D. Proper.
11. What is the author’s attitude towards Li Yiyun and her works
A. Unconcerned.
B. Negative.
C. Objective.
D. Doubtful.
【答案】8. D 9. A 10. B 11. C
D
On March 22, 2021, the journal Nature Ecology & Evolution published a new map of undiscovered species. This new effort is of great importance for Walter Jetz, study co-author and professor at Yale University, US. “At the current pace of global environmental change, there is no doubt that many species will die out before we have ever learned about their existence and had the chance to consider their fate,” Jetz said.
Less than a decade ago, Yale researchers mapped out the world’s life. Now Yale researchers have launched a more ambitious project—creating a map where life has yet to be discovered, whose goal is to help support biodiversity discovery and preservation across the globe. According to the researchers, “Conservative estimates suggest only 13 to 18 percent of all living species have been identified, although this number could be as low as 1.5 percent.” In the rapidly changing global environment, researchers are racing against time to discover the remaining species.
“Finding the missing pieces of the Earth’s biodiversity puzzle is therefore crucial to improve biodiversity conservation worldwide, ” explained lead author Mario Moura, a biologist at the Federal University of Paraiba in Brazil. The map of undiscovered life is based on a model estimating where unknown species likely exist today, based on environmental, biological and sociological factors. The most undiscovered vertebrates (脊 椎 动 物) —potentially 25 percent of all future discoveries — are expected to live in Brazil, Colombia, Madagascar and Indonesia. Tropical forests in these countries need protection and we must stop deforestation (滥砍滥伐) rates to discover our biodiversity.
“It is a fascinating project that allows us to better know biodiversity patterns on the planet, ” Moura said. “We hope to motivate citizen scientists and biodiversity enthusiasts about the importance of species discovery and ignite (点燃) discussions and agreements from those responsible for decision-making and conservation planning.”
12. Why is the new map so important
A. It is of environment-friendly importance.
B. It will prevent most species dying out.
C. It helps improve biodiversity conservation only in some countries.
D. It helps support biodiversity discovery and preservation across the globe.
13. What may Yale researchers agree with
A. It is a race against time to discover the remaining species.
B. Only 13 to 18 percent of all living species have been identified.
C. Many species will go extinct after we have ever learned about them.
D. The new map is based on a model estimating where the world’s species exist.
14. Which of the following can be the best title for the text
A. Mapping the World’s Life
B. Mapping Hidden Animals
C. A New Map of Biodiversity
D. Mapping Endangered Species
15. What is the author most likely to talk about in the following paragraph
A. The importance of species discovery.
B. The impact of deforestation on undiscovered species.
C. Scientists’ new researches on biodiversity conservation.
D. The more specific things we can do to help species discovery.
【答案】12. D 13. A 14. B 15. D
第二节 （共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
Running is a great way to get in shape and just about everyone can do it. Given that it's so easy to take up the sport, a lot of beginners jump right into running without actually knowing what it takes to establish a healthy routine.
___16___. If you are just starting out, avoid the following things to help you increase your chances of running success.
Doing too much too soon
One of the biggest mistakes beginners make is doing too much too soon. Picking up a new hobby like running is no doubt exciting. Runners need to ease into the sport before increasing the distance.___17___.
___18___
Beginners might think they need to run nearly every day to meet their fitness or weight-loss goals, but this couldn't be further from the truth.___19___， especially for beginners whose muscles and bones haven't yet been conditioned for such intense (剧烈的) exercise. So it's important to give your body ample rest between workouts. Follow a training plan that includes rest days.
Comparing yourself to others
___20___, You're excited about running, so you are probably reading running blogs, magazines and message boards where you might start to feel inadequate about your own running pace. Instead of getting down on yourself， remember that every runner was once a beginner and use their success as motivation!
A. Not running every day
B. Not taking rest days
C. Running is a demanding activity which can be really hard on your body
D. As mentioned, a healthy routine is what they attach importance to
E. When starting out with running, it's tough not to compare yourself to others
F. Many make a number of common mistakes, which can interfere (干扰) with training or lead to injury
G. It will help reduce the risk of injury, so you can continue with your new running routine
【答案】16. F 17. G 18. B 19. C 20. E
第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 （共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分
I had an interesting childhood, filled with surprise and delight, all because of my mother — loving, sweet, yet absent-minded and forgetful. One ____21____family trip we took when I was eleven tells a lot about her. My two sets of grandparents lived in Colorado and North Dakota, and my parents decided to spend a few weeks ____22____ to those states and seeing all the sights along the way. As the first day of our trip ____23____, David, my eight-year-old brother, and I____24____ said good-bye to all of our friends. Who knew if we’d ever see them again Finally, the moment of our departure (启程) arrived, and we ____25____ our luggage into the car and bravely drove off. We bravely drove off again two hours later after we’d returned to get the purse and traveler’s checks Mom had____26____at home.
David and I were always a little____27____ when using gas station bathroom if Mom was driving while Dad slept: “You stand outside the door and play lookout (放哨) while I go, and while you go, I will do the ____28____. ” We reminded each other. I____29____ terrible pictures in my mind: “Honey, where are the kids ” “What ! Oh, Gosh. . . I thought they were being awfully _____30_____.” My brother and I were never actually left_____31_____ in a strange city, but we weren’t about to take any chance.
We drove through several states and saw lots of great _____32_____ along the way. But what made this trip never fade away (逐渐消失) from our memories were those _____33_____ troubles. As my dad _____34_____ it, adaptation and tolerance were what a trip was really about, which means, whatever you come across, don’t forget to laugh and then _____35_____ it.
21. A. pleasant B. strange C. boring D. meaningful
22. A. driving B. walking C. flying D. riding
23. A. went, B. passed C. approached D. flew
24. A. excitedly B. anxiously C. happily D. unwillingly
25. A. lay B. loaded C. lifted D. drove
26. A. forgotten B. put C. left D. thrown
27. A. upset B. puzzled C. embarrassed D. nervous
28. A. different B. familiar C. same D. special
29. A. had B. took C. drew D. held
30. A. noisy B. terrible C. energetic D. quiet
31. A. off B. for C. behind D. over
32. A. sights B. museums C. parks D. stations
33. A. boring B. unexpected C. doubtful D. fantastic
34. A. said B. told C. spoke D. put
35. A. change B. solve C. study D. finish
【答案】21. B 22. A 23. C 24. D 25. B 26. A 27. D 28. C 29. A 30. D 31. C 32. A 33. B 34. D 35. B
第二节 （共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入 1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Melati and Isabel deeply love their home on the island, which____36____(surround) by rain forests, green fields, and a vast ocean. Enjoying a swim at their local beach was once a daily pleasure for them. But when Melati was fifteen, and Isabel just ten, the sisters started to lose their ____37____(interesting) in swimming in the waters near their home. Plastic bags would be around them as they swam and some were scattered (散落) on the beach. They got ____38____ (extreme) upset about that.
Melati didn’t think much about it until one day her teacher gave a lesson on some world heroes, ____39____ had sparked (引发) movements of positive changes in the world. After school, Melati walked home slowly in silence, ____40____(concern) about the large amount of plastic rubbish on the beach. The heroes crossed her mind. Then____41____ idea lit her up. She couldn’t wait to share what she thought with Isabel. Isabel also had a strong desire to do something. Picturing a____42____(fascinate) beach as before in mind, the pair jumped with joy.
They made a list ____43____ things they needed and reached out to the community for support. Melati and Isabel’s small idea attracted many volunteers to help clean up the beach, ____44____(make) it start to become cleaner and more beautiful again. The sisters were overjoyed to see the impact they had made and continued to inspire others to take action against plastic pollution. They knew that even small actions like theirs could create significant positive change in _____45_____(they) community and the world.
【答案】36. is surrounded
37. interest
38. extremely
39. who 40. concerned 41. an
42. fascinating 43. of
44. making 45. their
第四部分 写作（满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华，从互联网上得知某动物保护协会正在招募志愿者，你想成为其中的一员。请写一封信申请这个职位，内容包括：
1. 写信目的；
2. 个人优势；
3. 能做的事情。
注意：1. 词数 100 左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯
Dear Sir or Madam,
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Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Sir or Madam,
I’m writing to apply for the positions of volunteers that your animal protection association is currently recruiting.
I’m a huge animal lover with lots of enthusiasm and commitment to doing volunteer work. I have done some related work before and I’m eager to learn more about protecting animals and helping them out. My ability to quickly learn a task and work with others makes me an ideal fit for the role. I’m available to do a variety of tasks from rescuing animals to helping out at events, such as fundraisers or awareness-raising campaigns.
Given my enthusiasm, commitment and experience in this field, I’m confident that I could make a valuable contribution to your association. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节 读后续写(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面文章，根据其内容和所给段落开头续写两段，使之构成一个完整短文，续写词数应为150左右。
I worked as a mailman. I loved this job. Each day I delivered things like college acceptances and birthday presents. “These are things that could all make some’s day,” I thought.
On an ordinary afternoon of Thursday, I walked in a block and delivered packages as usual. Children were playing in the yards along the block. I waved to them as I walked by, delivering mail at houses along the way. I turned up the next walkway. The lady who lived there opened the door wide. “Hello,” she said. I knew what she was waiting for. “I’ve got your book club selection,” I said, handing over her package.
　　There were only about 700 people on my route. Over the years I had gotten to know most of them. Mrs. Dorman at the end of my route got a package from the Home Shopping Network almost every day. She was an older lady. And I liked being able to bring a little joy into her life with my delivery.
　　After a long time of walking and delivering in the block, I finally reached the house of Mrs. Dorman. I dug in my bag for Mrs. Dorman’s mails-and the inevitable Home Shopping Network package. She’d be glad to get this. Mrs. Dorman waited for me at the door and we always had a nice talk.
　　But Mrs. Dorman wasn’t at the door today. I heard the TV going inside so I knew she was home. “She was probably watching her shopping shows,” I thought. I fit all the envelopes into her mailbox, then bent down to put the package by the door.
　　I froze. What was that Something like a cry. I approached closer to the door. “Mrs. Dorman ” I called. There was no answer. But that same weak cry came again. “Hello ” I tried to open the door, but it was locked. So I pressed my ear against the door. This time I clearly heard words, “Help me. I was injured by accident...”
注意：
1.续写词数应为150左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1:
I pushed against the door violently (猛烈地).
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Paragraph 2:
Luckily the ambulance (救护车) arrived fast.
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【答案】
I pushed against the door violently. Luckily, I managed to open the door and stepped into the house. To my surprise, I found Mrs. Dorman lay face down in the hallway, not far from the door. An armchair had fallen on top of her. Her arm was caught in it. “I…think…”she said weakly. She seemed to have trouble breathing—probably because of the heavy chair on top of her. I carefully moved it before calling the ambulance. “My shoulder hurts,” Mrs. Dorman whispered. I comforted her, waiting for the ambulance.
Luckily the ambulance arrived fast. Mrs. Dorman was lifted and carried to the hospital. Several days later, Mrs. Dorman was back. I was happy that she could greet me at the door her-self again. “I was watching TV and lost my balance getting up,” she explained. “I tried to grab the chair. Instead, it came down on top of me.” At last, she thanked me for rescuing her in time. It was just an ordinary Thursday. It was also extraordinary because I made a difference to people’s life.