福建省泉州市四校联考2024-2025学年高三下学期开学英语试题(无答案)
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2025届高三下学期返校英语学科适应性练习
满分：150分 考试时间：120分钟
第Ⅰ卷
试卷分第Ⅰ卷（选择题）和第Ⅱ卷（非选择题）两部分
注意事项：
1．答题前，考生务必将自己的学校、班级、姓名填写在答题卡上。
2．回答选择题时，每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑，如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。
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）
请听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1．Why can’t the woman open the door
A．Her hands are full. B．Her coffee is hot. C．Her arms are hurt.
2．What does the girl like in the history area
A．The friendly people. B．The quiet atmosphere. C．The comfortable seats.
3．What is the main idea of the conversation
A．Which program to watch. B．Who to invite as the guest.
C．What kind of topic to choose.
4．What day is it today
A．Tuesday. B．Wednesday. C．Thursday.
5．Where is the conversation probably taking place
A．In a theater. B．In a museum. C．In a classroom.
第二节
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6．How does the woman feel about the gift
A．Worried. B．Honored. C．Annoyed.
7．What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A．A couple. B．Co-workers. C．Waiter and customer.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8．What will the woman probably do first
A．Answer the phone. B．Use the washroom. C．Write up an order.
9．What does the man need now
A．Flour. B．Vegetables C．Oil.
10．Where will the woman find the item
A．On the shelf. B．Beside the boxes. C．In the cupboard.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11．Who is the man
A．The woman’s brother. B．The woman’s colleague. C．A post office clerk.
12．Which item will the woman put in the package
A．A book. B．A check. C．A letter.
13．When does the woman want the package to arrive
A．In a few days. B．In two weeks. C．In one month.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14．Where did the woman learn about the discovery
A．In a class. B．In an article. C．In a video.
15．Why is the string so important according to the woman
A．It’s very well made. B．It’s with a long history.
C．It’s the proof of ancient knowledge.
16．What aspect about ancient humans makes scientists surprised
A．Art. B．Fire. C．Math.
17．Why is it difficult to get information on ancient humans according to the woman
A．They moved a lot. B．The evidence is mostly gone. C．The tools are simple.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18．What is the speaker doing
A．Giving a lecture. B．Recommending a book. C．Collecting public opinions.
19．What can we learn about the book
A．It focuses on hand gestures.
B．It includes the speaker’s new study.
C．It stresses the necessity of eye contact.
20．What is the speaker’s first point about
A．Blind people’s communication.
B．The natural ability to gesture.
C．The development of body language.
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）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
If your bookshelf is looking a little empty and collecting dust, or you’re trying to start reading more, a book box will do it all for you and send you an accurate selection from your favourites.
Finding the right book subscription can be tricky, though, which is why we’ve gathered some of the best book subscription boxes in Australia for you to enjoy.
Bionic Book Subscription, $75 per six months at Etsy
This personalized book subscription service will send you books via an algorithm (算法) that learns your taste preferences to select and send books you’ll love. You can enjoy a mix of new and recent releases across fiction and contemporary classics.
Mystery Book Subscription Box, $99.95 per quarter at Isubscribe
Enjoy a great selection of pre-loved books, coming straight to your door, with a range of extras to keep you reading comfortable. You can expect to receive three or six books sent to you month by month, according to your choice.
“Purchased as a gift subscription for Father’s Day and he absolutely loves it! Such a fantastic and unique option for a book lover yourself or a loved one,” a five-star reviewer said.
Australian Magazine Subscription, $36.99 per month at Magshop
Magshop features all of the top selling Australian magazine subscriptions in one place, making it easy for you to enjoy your favourites. You’ll find all kinds of books—from entertainment, lifestyle, fashion and beauty to games and puzzles, health and fitness, cooking, homes, and so much more.
Ultimate Mystery Book Subscription Box, $190 per year at Etsy
Sent to you month by month, each box contains three or six great books with one hand-drawn bookmark, a new handmade candle in a variety of colours, smells and containers, and a new pair of socks.
“Got 2/3 books so far and I’m loving the selection! Can’t believe I got a perfect-condition hardcover on my first go. It was an amazing surprise. The custom little bookmarks are cute too. I’d recommend this subscription in a heartbeat and can’t wait to purchase a second round,” a five-star reviewer said.
21．Which one is the least costly if you subscribe for a year
A．Bionic Book Subscription. B．Mystery Book Subscription Box.
C．Australian Magazine Subscription. D．Ultimate Mystery Book Subscription Box.
22．What do we know about Australian Magazine Subscription
A．It covers a wide range of interest.
B．It contains extra hand-made items.
C．It can be purchased as a gift subscription.
D．It learns readers’ taste preferences via an algorithm.
23．What do Mystery Book Subscription Box and Ultimate Mystery Book Subscription Box have in common
A．A supply of top-selling books. B．A service of monthly delivery.
C．A mix of new and recent releases. D．A selection of amazing hardcovers
B
Hem an Bekele is not your typical high school student. Rather than spending his free time playing video games or staring at his phone, this 14 year-old from Fairfax, Virginia was calling professors and conducting experiments, all to create a soap that could treat skin cancer, and to make it affordable for everyone who needs it. His work won him the grand prize in this year’s 3M Young Scientist’s Challenge, a competition that encourages kids to think of unique ways to solve everyday problems.
Growing up in Ethiopia, Bekele found in pity that people working outside were likely to end up getting skin cancer. Skin cancer did have cures and was treatable in most cases. However, the average price of skin cancer treatment globally was almost $40,000. Those shocking statistics really inspired him to create a more accessible solution. He started doing experiments and working on different things, and that turned into his bar of soap as a project.
A lot of his research and development started in his family’s kitchen and in his basement. But as he reached the final of the competition, he realized that he did need to do a little bit more outside of just his house. So he reached out to people at University of Virginia and people at Georgetown, and he got a lot of assistance. The number one person would be Deborah Isabelle, who helped him organize and structure his ideas during the finalist competition. Bekele said that he definitely couldn’t have done that all by himself.
Bekele’s award-winning soap is a compound based bar of soap and it’s charged with different cancer fighting chemicals. The color of the soap is a bit of a dark type of white and it has a rough surface, which could be a good exfoliant (去角质剂). It does have a strong medicine smell and feel a bit stickier. The whole point of it is that even once you wash off the soaps, the medicinal parts will stay on your skin. It can activate t ho body’s immune cells to defend cancer.
Bekele won 25,000 prize money and he was going to use it to continue research. He said, “I still need a lot of resources to be able to conduct this research, so this money will definitely help me achieve it.”
24．Why did Heman Bekele start working on creating the soap
A．Because he thought it was a fun project.
B．Because he wanted to win a science competition.
C．Because he found skin cancer treatment unaffordable.
D．Because he wanted to create a unique soap for everyone.
25．What can we learn from Bekele’s preparations for the final
A．Well begun is half done. B．Learn humbly, ask willingly.
C．Actions speak louder than words. D．Hope for the best, prepare for the worst.
26．What is paragraph 4 of the text mainly about
A．What features the soap has. B．How the soap is used.
C．What chemicals the soap contains. D．How the soap is produced.
27．Which words can be used to describe Bekele according to the passage
A．Patient and talented. B．Friendly and ambitious.
C．Cautious and generous. D．Caring and devoted.
C
The birth of a male white-tailed eagle signals the success of the Roy Dennis Wildlife Foundation (RDWF) and Forestry England project to return these iconic birds to their original widespread locations along the southern coast of England. The last time a white-tailed eagle chick grew in England, Mozart was working on his opera Idomeneo in Germany.
For two centuries these amazing birds were missing from most of the UK, having been wiped out by human persecution by the early 20th century.
In 2020, the parents of the landmark bird were translocated from the Outer Hebrides and north-west Sutherland in Scotland to the Isle of Wight. This is an area with plentiful food to sustain them. It is also a location from which the birds could spread out to cliffs, lakes and forests.
Female G405 and male G471 were two of 25 eagles (16 arc still alive) released by the RDWF and Forestry England as part of the ongoing project. And they are one of three pairs to have now established breeding territories in the south of England.
The chick hatched earlier this summer at a nest on private land, the exact location of which is being kept a secret to ensure the welfare of the young bird.
“This is a very special moment for everyone who has worked on, supported and followed this ground-breaking project,” Roy Dennis says, founder of the RDWF. “Restoring a breeding population in southern England, where the species was once widespread, has been our ultimate goal. Seeing the first pair reach this stage is truly incredible.”
The young white-tailed eagle has now been ringed and fitted with a satellite tag (标签) so that its progress can be tracked. A further release of young white-tailed eagles is planned for late summer from the project team’s base on the Isle of Wight.
28．What is the author’s purpose in mentioning Mozart in paragraph 1
A．To admire the musician’s great works.
B．To celebrate the birth of the white-tailed eagle.
C．To compare the situations of England and Germany.
D．To emphasize white-tailed eagles’ centuries-long absence.
29．Which word can replace the underlined word “persecution” in paragraph 2
A．Hunt. B．Exploration. C．Disturbance. D．Training.
30．Why is the accurate position of the chick kept secret
A．For privacy. B．For safety. C．For territory. D．For support.
31．Which may be a suitable title for the text
A．A Splendid Bird B．A Successful Wildlife Project
C．Milestone for White-tailed Eagles D．Restoring a Breeding Population
D
A technician conducts a road test on a self-driving vehicle in Wuhan, Hubei province, on July 4. When Wu Zhenpeng, a 32-year-old IT engineer from Wuhan, hailed a self-driving taxi to reach home after work, all he had to input on the ride-hailing app was the pickup and drop-off points and the number of passengers.
A few minutes later, a robotaxi approached, with no driver or safety operator sitting in, and soon Wu was on his way back.
The driverless vehicle operated smoothly without sudden braking or acceleration, Wu said. “When there is a traffic jam, the car automatically replans routes and switches to the most convenient path. I think there is no difference between this driverless car and cars with drivers.”
“It usually costs about 29 yuan ($4) from my workplace to home using a traditional taxi; however, because of various discounts, I need to pay only 8.2 yuan for a robotaxi ride,” Wu added.
The large-scale commercial use of self-driving technology could become a reality sooner than expected, and is likely to revolutionize urban transport due to their greater efficiency and lower costs, industry experts said.
However, the fast-developing technology still faces some challenges and limitations, including how to ensure safety and reliability, especially in complex scenarios (情境), and public concerns over job losses for regular taxi drivers.
The market scale of robotaxis in China is expected to exceed 1.18 trillion yuan in 2025 and 2.93 trillion yuan in 2030, making it one of the largest application scenarios for autonomous driving technology, according to a report by Pacific Securities. China has taken the lead in the research and development as well as application of autonomous driving technology, and has introduced a series of policies to promote the commercialization of self-driving vehicles in recent years.
The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology selected 20 cities, including Beijing, Shanghai and Chongqing, earlier this month to participate in a pilot program on “vehicle-road-cloud integration” for intelligently connected vehicles. The move aims to connect intelligent vehicles with environmental and cloud-based control systems, paving the way for enhanced safety and efficiency in autonomous driving technology.
So are you ready to travel in a robotaxi
32．What is a feature of robotaxis
A．Operational complexity. B．Inflexible routes.
C．Sudden acceleration. D．Intelligent automation.
33．What is a possible impact of robotaxis
A．Transform urban transport. B．Promote employment.
C．Generate high costs. D．Enhance personal safety.
34．What can be learned about robotaxis
A．They are dominating the market at present. B．They are energy-consuming and money-saving.
C．They are capable of handling complex scenarios. D．They are backed up by the government now.
35．What is the possible future of robotaxis
A．Hire more professionals to update the intelligent vehicles.
B．Set favorable policies to collect traffic data and ensure safety.
C．Adopt cloud-based applications to improve the vehicles’ functions.
D．Export the driverless vehicles abroad to expand the market.
第二节（共5小题：每小起2.5分，满分12.5分）
根据文章内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，选项中有两项为多余选项。
Every time I put on my seat belt, check my mirror and turn on the engine, I type in the address of wherever I’m going into my phone. 36 Without the guide of GPS—the Global Positioning System—not only would I be lost, I’d feel lost. It makes me wonder: Is there anything I can do to improve my navigation (导航) skills The answer is yes. Here are some steps you can take to boost your sense of direction.
37 If you’re not pressed for time, give up the automobile navigation and try to find your way around town. Next time you go for a walk, go down a road you’ve not walked. Or take the scenic route to your favorite bar. This works if you’re walking, biking or driving. Then see if you can make it back home without a GPS.
Use landmarks to direct yourself. 38 To identify your position, the experts suggest picking a few landmarks in town to help navigate yourself. The ideal landmark is large and far away, like a big sign, a highway, a tall building or a bridge.
Be curious about your surroundings. Whether you’re going somewhere new or to a place you’ve been to many times, it’s helpful to just turn around and see what the view looks like behind you. 39 This gives you visual reminders on how to get back.
Use memory tricks to remember where you are. People with a good sense of direction know their streets. If you aren’t such a person, you can try an expert navigation method. Bear street names, landmarks and routes in mind by using tricks to lock things in. 40
A．Take your time to map your town.
B．I have a terrible sense of direction.
C．Turn off your GPS and get lost on purpose.
D．What landmarks will you recommend to visitors
E．This is especially helpful when street names are abstract.
F．Not sure if you’re north, south, east or west from home
G．Looking at your surroundings can help you remember your route.
第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分45分）
第一节（共15小题：每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
If you are looking for a role model, look no further than Dwayne Johnson. The Dwayne story is one of 41 hard to create your opportunities. Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is a man who knows about the hard work needed for 42 . He also knows when to 43 his losses and change direction. Out of school, his first role was a college footballer. Who n the big 44 didn’t come his way in football, he didn’t waste his time chasing an impossible dream but 45 his attention to a different area—professional wrestling. Johnson could have labeled himself a failed footballer and 46 for an unremarkable life. Instead, he 47 himself and set new goals. Then Dwayne worked hard to achieve them. He accepted new 48 and walked through doors that opened for him through his enthusiasm and effort. “With 49 and a bit of talent, you can move mountains.” said by Johnson. As a professional wrestler, he 50 himself and created a figure—“The Rock” that proved 51 with fans. This experience opened doors to another career as a film actor. From this start in films, he has 52 into producing and writing. He earned the status of being one of the top 100 most influential men.
The Rock story is 53 because it is an honest picture of a man who knows what it takes to be successful. Success isn’t 54 . It’s when every day you get a little better than the day before. It all 55 .
41．A．studying B．working C．training D．playing
42．A．glory B．fame C．success D．luck
43．A．cut B．suffer C．endure D．cover
44．A．failures B．breaks C．news D．ideas
45．A．exchanged B．drew C．shifted D．focused
46．A．desired B．settled C．fought D．aimed
47．A．reacted B．recalled C．recovered D．refocused
48．A．challenges B．invitations C．requests D．offers
49．A．competition B．gratitude C．violence D．drive
50．A．reinvented B．admitted C．denied D．resisted
51．A．appealing B．familiar C．popular D．content
52．A．retired B．transformed C．spread D．expanded
53．A．fascinating B．admiring C．inspiring D．demanding
54．A．permanent B．overnight C．timely D．temporary
55．A．adds up B．picks up C．makes up D．takes up
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。
Fan Jinshi, an archaeologist from Beijing University, first visited the Mogao caves as an undergraduate student in 1962. Tough 56 the caves’ conditions were, Fan was determined to study national cultural heritage (遗产) and stayed to pursue her dream.
Over time, Fan’s commitment to preserving national cultural heritage grew 57 (strong). She joined the Communist Party of China in 1974 and became even more determined to protect the Mogao caves when they were officially open to tourists in 1979. 58 (face) with the challenge of balancing conservation and tourism, Fan found it important to find a solution. She 59 (convince) that the caves’ social importance far outweighed their economic potential and that scientific protection was the key to their 60 (survive).
In the late 1980s, Fan came up with 61 innovative plan to digitize the Mogao caves, permanently preserving the murals (壁画), painted cultures, and historical data. In 2016, Digital Dunhuang was launched online, 62 (allow) people worldwide to enjoy comprehensive images of the caves.
63 her eighties, Fan Jinshi is working hard, 64 (tireless) devoted to conserving and managing the caves. She hopes that young people will carry on the “Mogao Spirit” and build a better Dunhuang Academy, 65 she spent her lifetime.
第四部分：写作（共2节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
假定你是李华，你校学生会将举办主题为“My Unforgettable Story of Helping a Stranger”的英文演讲比赛。请你写一篇演讲稿参赛，内容包括：
（1）描述过程；（2）你的感想。
注意：（1）写作词数应为80个左右；（2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
My Unforgettable Story of Helping a Stranger
My name is Li Hua, and I’d like to share a memorable experience with you all. ________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
第二节 读后续写（满分25分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Most people think that procrastination (拖延症) is a negative habit. But people like me who routinely put off doing assignments, are likely to defend our“slower” approach to getting tasks done.
I’m the only procrastination in my family. My parents and sister were all born with the “do it right now” gift. They are always in a rush, as if closely rushed by an invisible deadline. Personally, I prefer a more relaxed pace. When my parents voiced their concern about my tendencies, saying “Don’t put off until tomorrow what you can do today,” “No way!” I responded, confidently presenting my research as a defense. It said people procrastinated when they need to solve a problem or commit to a topic or project. In these cases, delaying a decision can be beneficial. This was because our minds continue to reflect on problems even when we were not actively thinking about them, which could lead to more creative solutions. My findings filled me with satisfaction and pride. My method of getting things done was just as good as my sister’s… or so I thought.
At school we’d been talking about architecture and design. As part of the final assessment my teacher Mr. Smith announced an exciting project that each student would have a month to complete. We were expected to choose our materials, construct a small building and make use of things we had learned in class. Not only would the winners receive extra credit, but the winning constructions would be proudly displayed in the cafeteria. “I have no clue how I could get it done,” my friend Nate sighed in despair. I didn’t say anything. Not because I shared his anxiety but because I was not nervous at all. I loved hands-on projects! Picturing my brilliant work exhibited in the cafeteria, I was fully convinced that I would definitely produce something that could impress everyone. So relaxed was I that I didn’t give it a second thought for weeks.
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。
Before I knew it, I had only one day left for the project. ___________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
That taught me a great lesson. ________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
满分：150分 考试时间：120分钟
第Ⅰ卷
试卷分第Ⅰ卷（选择题）和第Ⅱ卷（非选择题）两部分
注意事项：
1．答题前，考生务必将自己的学校、班级、姓名填写在答题卡上。
2．回答选择题时，每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑，如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。
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）
请听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1．Why can’t the woman open the door
A．Her hands are full. B．Her coffee is hot. C．Her arms are hurt.
2．What does the girl like in the history area
A．The friendly people. B．The quiet atmosphere. C．The comfortable seats.
3．What is the main idea of the conversation
A．Which program to watch. B．Who to invite as the guest.
C．What kind of topic to choose.
4．What day is it today
A．Tuesday. B．Wednesday. C．Thursday.
5．Where is the conversation probably taking place
A．In a theater. B．In a museum. C．In a classroom.
第二节
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6．How does the woman feel about the gift
A．Worried. B．Honored. C．Annoyed.
7．What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A．A couple. B．Co-workers. C．Waiter and customer.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8．What will the woman probably do first
A．Answer the phone. B．Use the washroom. C．Write up an order.
9．What does the man need now
A．Flour. B．Vegetables C．Oil.
10．Where will the woman find the item
A．On the shelf. B．Beside the boxes. C．In the cupboard.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11．Who is the man
A．The woman’s brother. B．The woman’s colleague. C．A post office clerk.
12．Which item will the woman put in the package
A．A book. B．A check. C．A letter.
13．When does the woman want the package to arrive
A．In a few days. B．In two weeks. C．In one month.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14．Where did the woman learn about the discovery
A．In a class. B．In an article. C．In a video.
15．Why is the string so important according to the woman
A．It’s very well made. B．It’s with a long history.
C．It’s the proof of ancient knowledge.
16．What aspect about ancient humans makes scientists surprised
A．Art. B．Fire. C．Math.
17．Why is it difficult to get information on ancient humans according to the woman
A．They moved a lot. B．The evidence is mostly gone. C．The tools are simple.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18．What is the speaker doing
A．Giving a lecture. B．Recommending a book. C．Collecting public opinions.
19．What can we learn about the book
A．It focuses on hand gestures.
B．It includes the speaker’s new study.
C．It stresses the necessity of eye contact.
20．What is the speaker’s first point about
A．Blind people’s communication.
B．The natural ability to gesture.
C．The development of body language.
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）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在题卡上将该项涂黑。
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If your bookshelf is looking a little empty and collecting dust, or you’re trying to start reading more, a book box will do it all for you and send you an accurate selection from your favourites.
Finding the right book subscription can be tricky, though, which is why we’ve gathered some of the best book subscription boxes in Australia for you to enjoy.
Bionic Book Subscription, $75 per six months at Etsy
This personalized book subscription service will send you books via an algorithm (算法) that learns your taste preferences to select and send books you’ll love. You can enjoy a mix of new and recent releases across fiction and contemporary classics.
Mystery Book Subscription Box, $99.95 per quarter at Isubscribe
Enjoy a great selection of pre-loved books, coming straight to your door, with a range of extras to keep you reading comfortable. You can expect to receive three or six books sent to you month by month, according to your choice.
“Purchased as a gift subscription for Father’s Day and he absolutely loves it! Such a fantastic and unique option for a book lover yourself or a loved one,” a five-star reviewer said.
Australian Magazine Subscription, $36.99 per month at Magshop
Magshop features all of the top selling Australian magazine subscriptions in one place, making it easy for you to enjoy your favourites. You’ll find all kinds of books—from entertainment, lifestyle, fashion and beauty to games and puzzles, health and fitness, cooking, homes, and so much more.
Ultimate Mystery Book Subscription Box, $190 per year at Etsy
Sent to you month by month, each box contains three or six great books with one hand-drawn bookmark, a new handmade candle in a variety of colours, smells and containers, and a new pair of socks.
“Got 2/3 books so far and I’m loving the selection! Can’t believe I got a perfect-condition hardcover on my first go. It was an amazing surprise. The custom little bookmarks are cute too. I’d recommend this subscription in a heartbeat and can’t wait to purchase a second round,” a five-star reviewer said.
21．Which one is the least costly if you subscribe for a year
A．Bionic Book Subscription. B．Mystery Book Subscription Box.
C．Australian Magazine Subscription. D．Ultimate Mystery Book Subscription Box.
22．What do we know about Australian Magazine Subscription
A．It covers a wide range of interest.
B．It contains extra hand-made items.
C．It can be purchased as a gift subscription.
D．It learns readers’ taste preferences via an algorithm.
23．What do Mystery Book Subscription Box and Ultimate Mystery Book Subscription Box have in common
A．A supply of top-selling books. B．A service of monthly delivery.
C．A mix of new and recent releases. D．A selection of amazing hardcovers
B
Hem an Bekele is not your typical high school student. Rather than spending his free time playing video games or staring at his phone, this 14 year-old from Fairfax, Virginia was calling professors and conducting experiments, all to create a soap that could treat skin cancer, and to make it affordable for everyone who needs it. His work won him the grand prize in this year’s 3M Young Scientist’s Challenge, a competition that encourages kids to think of unique ways to solve everyday problems.
Growing up in Ethiopia, Bekele found in pity that people working outside were likely to end up getting skin cancer. Skin cancer did have cures and was treatable in most cases. However, the average price of skin cancer treatment globally was almost $40,000. Those shocking statistics really inspired him to create a more accessible solution. He started doing experiments and working on different things, and that turned into his bar of soap as a project.
A lot of his research and development started in his family’s kitchen and in his basement. But as he reached the final of the competition, he realized that he did need to do a little bit more outside of just his house. So he reached out to people at University of Virginia and people at Georgetown, and he got a lot of assistance. The number one person would be Deborah Isabelle, who helped him organize and structure his ideas during the finalist competition. Bekele said that he definitely couldn’t have done that all by himself.
Bekele’s award-winning soap is a compound based bar of soap and it’s charged with different cancer fighting chemicals. The color of the soap is a bit of a dark type of white and it has a rough surface, which could be a good exfoliant (去角质剂). It does have a strong medicine smell and feel a bit stickier. The whole point of it is that even once you wash off the soaps, the medicinal parts will stay on your skin. It can activate t ho body’s immune cells to defend cancer.
Bekele won 25,000 prize money and he was going to use it to continue research. He said, “I still need a lot of resources to be able to conduct this research, so this money will definitely help me achieve it.”
24．Why did Heman Bekele start working on creating the soap
A．Because he thought it was a fun project.
B．Because he wanted to win a science competition.
C．Because he found skin cancer treatment unaffordable.
D．Because he wanted to create a unique soap for everyone.
25．What can we learn from Bekele’s preparations for the final
A．Well begun is half done. B．Learn humbly, ask willingly.
C．Actions speak louder than words. D．Hope for the best, prepare for the worst.
26．What is paragraph 4 of the text mainly about
A．What features the soap has. B．How the soap is used.
C．What chemicals the soap contains. D．How the soap is produced.
27．Which words can be used to describe Bekele according to the passage
A．Patient and talented. B．Friendly and ambitious.
C．Cautious and generous. D．Caring and devoted.
C
The birth of a male white-tailed eagle signals the success of the Roy Dennis Wildlife Foundation (RDWF) and Forestry England project to return these iconic birds to their original widespread locations along the southern coast of England. The last time a white-tailed eagle chick grew in England, Mozart was working on his opera Idomeneo in Germany.
For two centuries these amazing birds were missing from most of the UK, having been wiped out by human persecution by the early 20th century.
In 2020, the parents of the landmark bird were translocated from the Outer Hebrides and north-west Sutherland in Scotland to the Isle of Wight. This is an area with plentiful food to sustain them. It is also a location from which the birds could spread out to cliffs, lakes and forests.
Female G405 and male G471 were two of 25 eagles (16 arc still alive) released by the RDWF and Forestry England as part of the ongoing project. And they are one of three pairs to have now established breeding territories in the south of England.
The chick hatched earlier this summer at a nest on private land, the exact location of which is being kept a secret to ensure the welfare of the young bird.
“This is a very special moment for everyone who has worked on, supported and followed this ground-breaking project,” Roy Dennis says, founder of the RDWF. “Restoring a breeding population in southern England, where the species was once widespread, has been our ultimate goal. Seeing the first pair reach this stage is truly incredible.”
The young white-tailed eagle has now been ringed and fitted with a satellite tag (标签) so that its progress can be tracked. A further release of young white-tailed eagles is planned for late summer from the project team’s base on the Isle of Wight.
28．What is the author’s purpose in mentioning Mozart in paragraph 1
A．To admire the musician’s great works.
B．To celebrate the birth of the white-tailed eagle.
C．To compare the situations of England and Germany.
D．To emphasize white-tailed eagles’ centuries-long absence.
29．Which word can replace the underlined word “persecution” in paragraph 2
A．Hunt. B．Exploration. C．Disturbance. D．Training.
30．Why is the accurate position of the chick kept secret
A．For privacy. B．For safety. C．For territory. D．For support.
31．Which may be a suitable title for the text
A．A Splendid Bird B．A Successful Wildlife Project
C．Milestone for White-tailed Eagles D．Restoring a Breeding Population
D
A technician conducts a road test on a self-driving vehicle in Wuhan, Hubei province, on July 4. When Wu Zhenpeng, a 32-year-old IT engineer from Wuhan, hailed a self-driving taxi to reach home after work, all he had to input on the ride-hailing app was the pickup and drop-off points and the number of passengers.
A few minutes later, a robotaxi approached, with no driver or safety operator sitting in, and soon Wu was on his way back.
The driverless vehicle operated smoothly without sudden braking or acceleration, Wu said. “When there is a traffic jam, the car automatically replans routes and switches to the most convenient path. I think there is no difference between this driverless car and cars with drivers.”
“It usually costs about 29 yuan ($4) from my workplace to home using a traditional taxi; however, because of various discounts, I need to pay only 8.2 yuan for a robotaxi ride,” Wu added.
The large-scale commercial use of self-driving technology could become a reality sooner than expected, and is likely to revolutionize urban transport due to their greater efficiency and lower costs, industry experts said.
However, the fast-developing technology still faces some challenges and limitations, including how to ensure safety and reliability, especially in complex scenarios (情境), and public concerns over job losses for regular taxi drivers.
The market scale of robotaxis in China is expected to exceed 1.18 trillion yuan in 2025 and 2.93 trillion yuan in 2030, making it one of the largest application scenarios for autonomous driving technology, according to a report by Pacific Securities. China has taken the lead in the research and development as well as application of autonomous driving technology, and has introduced a series of policies to promote the commercialization of self-driving vehicles in recent years.
The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology selected 20 cities, including Beijing, Shanghai and Chongqing, earlier this month to participate in a pilot program on “vehicle-road-cloud integration” for intelligently connected vehicles. The move aims to connect intelligent vehicles with environmental and cloud-based control systems, paving the way for enhanced safety and efficiency in autonomous driving technology.
So are you ready to travel in a robotaxi
32．What is a feature of robotaxis
A．Operational complexity. B．Inflexible routes.
C．Sudden acceleration. D．Intelligent automation.
33．What is a possible impact of robotaxis
A．Transform urban transport. B．Promote employment.
C．Generate high costs. D．Enhance personal safety.
34．What can be learned about robotaxis
A．They are dominating the market at present. B．They are energy-consuming and money-saving.
C．They are capable of handling complex scenarios. D．They are backed up by the government now.
35．What is the possible future of robotaxis
A．Hire more professionals to update the intelligent vehicles.
B．Set favorable policies to collect traffic data and ensure safety.
C．Adopt cloud-based applications to improve the vehicles’ functions.
D．Export the driverless vehicles abroad to expand the market.
第二节（共5小题：每小起2.5分，满分12.5分）
根据文章内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，选项中有两项为多余选项。
Every time I put on my seat belt, check my mirror and turn on the engine, I type in the address of wherever I’m going into my phone. 36 Without the guide of GPS—the Global Positioning System—not only would I be lost, I’d feel lost. It makes me wonder: Is there anything I can do to improve my navigation (导航) skills The answer is yes. Here are some steps you can take to boost your sense of direction.
37 If you’re not pressed for time, give up the automobile navigation and try to find your way around town. Next time you go for a walk, go down a road you’ve not walked. Or take the scenic route to your favorite bar. This works if you’re walking, biking or driving. Then see if you can make it back home without a GPS.
Use landmarks to direct yourself. 38 To identify your position, the experts suggest picking a few landmarks in town to help navigate yourself. The ideal landmark is large and far away, like a big sign, a highway, a tall building or a bridge.
Be curious about your surroundings. Whether you’re going somewhere new or to a place you’ve been to many times, it’s helpful to just turn around and see what the view looks like behind you. 39 This gives you visual reminders on how to get back.
Use memory tricks to remember where you are. People with a good sense of direction know their streets. If you aren’t such a person, you can try an expert navigation method. Bear street names, landmarks and routes in mind by using tricks to lock things in. 40
A．Take your time to map your town.
B．I have a terrible sense of direction.
C．Turn off your GPS and get lost on purpose.
D．What landmarks will you recommend to visitors
E．This is especially helpful when street names are abstract.
F．Not sure if you’re north, south, east or west from home
G．Looking at your surroundings can help you remember your route.
第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分45分）
第一节（共15小题：每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
If you are looking for a role model, look no further than Dwayne Johnson. The Dwayne story is one of 41 hard to create your opportunities. Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is a man who knows about the hard work needed for 42 . He also knows when to 43 his losses and change direction. Out of school, his first role was a college footballer. Who n the big 44 didn’t come his way in football, he didn’t waste his time chasing an impossible dream but 45 his attention to a different area—professional wrestling. Johnson could have labeled himself a failed footballer and 46 for an unremarkable life. Instead, he 47 himself and set new goals. Then Dwayne worked hard to achieve them. He accepted new 48 and walked through doors that opened for him through his enthusiasm and effort. “With 49 and a bit of talent, you can move mountains.” said by Johnson. As a professional wrestler, he 50 himself and created a figure—“The Rock” that proved 51 with fans. This experience opened doors to another career as a film actor. From this start in films, he has 52 into producing and writing. He earned the status of being one of the top 100 most influential men.
The Rock story is 53 because it is an honest picture of a man who knows what it takes to be successful. Success isn’t 54 . It’s when every day you get a little better than the day before. It all 55 .
41．A．studying B．working C．training D．playing
42．A．glory B．fame C．success D．luck
43．A．cut B．suffer C．endure D．cover
44．A．failures B．breaks C．news D．ideas
45．A．exchanged B．drew C．shifted D．focused
46．A．desired B．settled C．fought D．aimed
47．A．reacted B．recalled C．recovered D．refocused
48．A．challenges B．invitations C．requests D．offers
49．A．competition B．gratitude C．violence D．drive
50．A．reinvented B．admitted C．denied D．resisted
51．A．appealing B．familiar C．popular D．content
52．A．retired B．transformed C．spread D．expanded
53．A．fascinating B．admiring C．inspiring D．demanding
54．A．permanent B．overnight C．timely D．temporary
55．A．adds up B．picks up C．makes up D．takes up
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。
Fan Jinshi, an archaeologist from Beijing University, first visited the Mogao caves as an undergraduate student in 1962. Tough 56 the caves’ conditions were, Fan was determined to study national cultural heritage (遗产) and stayed to pursue her dream.
Over time, Fan’s commitment to preserving national cultural heritage grew 57 (strong). She joined the Communist Party of China in 1974 and became even more determined to protect the Mogao caves when they were officially open to tourists in 1979. 58 (face) with the challenge of balancing conservation and tourism, Fan found it important to find a solution. She 59 (convince) that the caves’ social importance far outweighed their economic potential and that scientific protection was the key to their 60 (survive).
In the late 1980s, Fan came up with 61 innovative plan to digitize the Mogao caves, permanently preserving the murals (壁画), painted cultures, and historical data. In 2016, Digital Dunhuang was launched online, 62 (allow) people worldwide to enjoy comprehensive images of the caves.
63 her eighties, Fan Jinshi is working hard, 64 (tireless) devoted to conserving and managing the caves. She hopes that young people will carry on the “Mogao Spirit” and build a better Dunhuang Academy, 65 she spent her lifetime.
第四部分：写作（共2节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
假定你是李华，你校学生会将举办主题为“My Unforgettable Story of Helping a Stranger”的英文演讲比赛。请你写一篇演讲稿参赛，内容包括：
（1）描述过程；（2）你的感想。
注意：（1）写作词数应为80个左右；（2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
My Unforgettable Story of Helping a Stranger
My name is Li Hua, and I’d like to share a memorable experience with you all. ________________________
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第二节 读后续写（满分25分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Most people think that procrastination (拖延症) is a negative habit. But people like me who routinely put off doing assignments, are likely to defend our“slower” approach to getting tasks done.
I’m the only procrastination in my family. My parents and sister were all born with the “do it right now” gift. They are always in a rush, as if closely rushed by an invisible deadline. Personally, I prefer a more relaxed pace. When my parents voiced their concern about my tendencies, saying “Don’t put off until tomorrow what you can do today,” “No way!” I responded, confidently presenting my research as a defense. It said people procrastinated when they need to solve a problem or commit to a topic or project. In these cases, delaying a decision can be beneficial. This was because our minds continue to reflect on problems even when we were not actively thinking about them, which could lead to more creative solutions. My findings filled me with satisfaction and pride. My method of getting things done was just as good as my sister’s… or so I thought.
At school we’d been talking about architecture and design. As part of the final assessment my teacher Mr. Smith announced an exciting project that each student would have a month to complete. We were expected to choose our materials, construct a small building and make use of things we had learned in class. Not only would the winners receive extra credit, but the winning constructions would be proudly displayed in the cafeteria. “I have no clue how I could get it done,” my friend Nate sighed in despair. I didn’t say anything. Not because I shared his anxiety but because I was not nervous at all. I loved hands-on projects! Picturing my brilliant work exhibited in the cafeteria, I was fully convinced that I would definitely produce something that could impress everyone. So relaxed was I that I didn’t give it a second thought for weeks.
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。
Before I knew it, I had only one day left for the project. ___________________________________________
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That taught me a great lesson. ________________________________________________________________
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