湖北省荆楚优质高中联盟2024-2025学年高一下学期3月月考英语试卷（含解析）
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湖北省荆楚优质高中联盟2024-2025学年高一下学期3月月考英语试卷
一、阅读理解（本大题共5小题）
EDINBURGH INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL
Booking in advance for the 2024 Festival opens by membership level:
· Gold Ambassador — Thursday 14 March
· Silver Ambassador & Ambassador — Friday 15 March
· Gold Friend & Silver Friend — Monday 18 March
· Friend — Tuesday 19 March
Booking opens for the general public on Thursday 21 March.
Please click here; become a member today to access booking in advance.
How to Book
Online Booking
If you have booked with us before, you should be able to log in (登录) with the same email address and password that you previously used. If you’ve forgotten your password, you can request a new password by clicking the‘Forgotten your password ’ link on the account page.
Telephone Booking
From 1st to 25th August our phonelines are open Monday — Sunday, 10:00 a.m. — 8:00 p.m.
Outside of these dates, our phonelines are open Monday — Friday 12:00 — 4:00 p.m, and closed on Saturday and Sunday.
Gift Vouchers (券)
Gift vouchers can be used to book International Festival tickets. You can buy gift vouchers for any amount you wish and check your balance online at any time. Gift vouchers can’t be used 24 months after you buy them.
Theatre Tokens
If you would like to redeem (兑换) Theatre Tokens when booking tickets, please phone the Box Office on131473200. Theatre Tokens cannot be redeemed online.Access information
Signing up for the Access Pass allows you to book online for wheelchair spaces, essential companion tickets, seats with the best view, touch tours and relaxed performances. You also can request to receive theAccess Guide, which is produced alongside our brochure with detailed information about venue access and-our accessible performances programme.
Please click Access Page for further information.
1．To book before March 18th, you must be at least ______.
A．a Friend B．a Gold Friend C．an Ambassador D．a Gold Ambassador
2．What should you know about booking
A．You have to access with a new email address. B．Telephone booking is available anytime in August.
C．Gift vouchers can be used for over two years. D．Theatre tokens can be redeemed by phone.
3．Where is the text probably taken from
A．A tour guide B．An official website C．A business magazine D．A news report
Here comes a time for every family when the tables turn and the parent has to answer to the child. Mine came recently when my wife and I visited our son in Los Angeles.
“Dad, don’t leave the water running when you brush your teeth,” Nathaniel admonished on our first night. All right, I figured, this is California, where drought is a concern. But then more followed. Not to leave my awkward walking shoes sitting out, and did I even need such ugly footwear Don’t wear a neck warmer when walking the dogs in the morning - it will warm up when we get to the park. And do you have to take a shower before we drive to Topanga
At the beginning, I wondered how I raised such a bossy child. But I recalled my own words when he was young: “Someday, you’ ll have your own home and can live however you want. Until then, do as we say.” Now,it was payback time.
I remembered being angry at my own father’s commands growing up, how he always tidied my desk or came into my room at dusk to close the windows. And so I smilingly followed Nathaniel’ s nagging (唠叨).
On our last afternoon, we were walking along ElMatador Beach and hit an extended patch of rocks - clearly the end of the line, I thought. Nathaniel wouldn’t hear of it and encouraged me to walk across one largest one to the next, patiently telling me where to place my arthritic (关节炎的) feet and hands as ocean waves came close. I was terrified, but after a couple hundred yards we eventually reached a fresh sandy beach.
“You did it! I’m really proud,” he said, smiling, as if I’d just learned to ride a bike. It was then that I knew for sure that the son also rises to fatherhood.
4．What does the underlined word “admonished” in paragraph 2 mean
A．Warned gently but firmly. B．Explained loudly but lovingly.
C．Announced officially and clearly. D．Inspired deeply and indirectly.
5．Why did the author refer to his father
A．For memory. B．For reflection. C．For encouragement. D．For comparison.
6．What was the writer’s attitude towards his son at last
A．Annoyed. B．Regretful. C．Appreciative. D．Unsatisfied.
7．What might be the best title of the passage
A．The Role Switch: Parent to Pupil B．The Bossy Son: Nathaniel’s Takeover
C．The Beach Challenge: Crossing the Rocks D．The Power of Words: Nagging to Change
There are millions — possibly billions — of ponds (池塘).Yet for a century or so, they are poorly understood and scientists have paid them very little attention. This neglect (忽视) might not have mattered if it were not for increasing evidence that ponds are extremely important habitats for wildlife.
Ponds are being shown more bio-diverse than rivers or lakes. Interestingly, this seems to be partly due to the small size of ponds, which allows them to have a wide range of conditions. The community in a pond with clear water will be very different to that in a nearby seasonal pond made cloudy by farm animals. Ponds show far greater variation than rivers and streams, as flowing water tends to equalize water chemistry.
So why have we ignored such a vital part of the natural world A key reason appears to be the bias (偏见) we humans have where we assume that if something is small, it can’t be all that important. Rather than study ponds, scientists in the past typically headed for the largest lake or river they could find.
Most of us also devalue ponds because we assume they are artificial habitats: we look at the human-made examples around us and don’t realize that these waters have a deeply ancient origin. In our new book Ponds, Pools and Puddles, we show that ponds have clearly existed on Earth as long as there has been land and water and the geological record shows they have been a constant presence.
Now, views are taking on new shapes. Last year, the Ramsar Convention, an international agreement, introduced a proposal on small wetlands, including ponds, giving crucial recognition to them. And the European Union-funded PONDER FUL project is gathering data on Europe’s ponds.
In a world where freshwater faces big challenges, creating and protecting ponds provides a ray of hope: a piece of natural ecological (生态的) engineering we can easily achieve to help support one of the most threatened bits of the environment.
8．What may contribute to the biodiversity of ponds
A．The nearby animals. B．The constant temperature water.
C．Their diverse conditions. D．Their regularly changing conditions.
9．What caused ponds to be neglected
A．People’s love for nature. B．Insufficient ponds for research.
C．People’s mistaken belief of ponds. D．Lacking scientific research methods.
10．Why is “PONDERFUL project” mentioned
A．To promote the Ramsar Convention.
B．To prepare for the research on ponds
C．To highlight the importance of small wetlands.
D．To show the changing attitudes towards ponds.
11．What can we conclude from the last paragraph
A．Penny wise, pound foolish. B．A small key opens a big door.
C．Small streams make great rivers D．A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.
Is it true that our brain alone is responsible for human cognition (认知) What about our body Is it possible for thought and behaviour to originate from somewhere other than our brain Psychologists who study Embodied Cognition (EC) ask similar questions. The EC theory suggests our body is also responsible for thinking or problem-solving.
If you think about it for a moment, it makes total sense. When you smell something good or hear amusing sounds, certain emotions are awakened. Think about how newborns use their senses to understand the world around them. They don’t have emotions so much as needs— they don’t feel sad, they’ re just hungry and need food. Even unborn babies can feel their mothers’ heartbeats and this has a calming effect. In the real world, they cry when they’ re cold and then get hugged. That way, they start to associate being warm with being loved.
Understandably, theorists have been arguing for years and still disagree on whether the brain is the nerve centre that operates the rest of the body. Older Western philosophers and mainstream language researchers believe this is fact, while EC theory holds the view that the brain and body are working together as an organic supercomputer, processing everything and forming your reactions.
Further studies have backed up the mind-body interaction, In one experiment, test subjects were asked to judge people after being handed a hot or a cold drink. They all made warm evaluations when their fingertips perceived warmth rather than coolness. And it works the other way too. In another study. subjects’ fingertip temperatures were measured after being “included” in or “rejected” from a group task. Those who were included felt physically warmer.
For further proof, we can look at the metaphors (比喻) that we use without even thinking. A kind and sympathetic person is frequently referred to as one with a soft heart and someone who is very strong and calm in difficult situations is often described as solid as a rock. And this kind of metaphorical use is common across languages.
Now that you have the knowledge of mind-body interaction, why not put the EC theory in our daily life Just give it a shot!
12．According to the author, what is the significance of EC
A．It brings us closer to the truth in human cognition.
B．It offers a clearer picture of the shape of human brain.
C．It reveals the major role of the mind in human cognition.
D．It improves our understanding of the origin of psychology.
13．Where does the newborns’ understanding of their surroundings start from
A．Their personal looks. B．Their mental needs.
C．Their inner emotions. D．Their physical feelings.
14．What does the author intend to prove by using the metaphors in Paragraph 5
A．Human speech is alive with metaphors.
B．Human senses have effects on thinking.
C．Human language is shaped by visual images.
D．Human emotions are often compared to natural materials.
15．Which of the following situations is NOT the usage of EC in our daily life
A．If you are angry, think twice before action.
B．If you are cold, warm up before making any interpersonal decisions.
C．If the baby is crying hard, gentle touch from mom will calm him a bit.
D．If your friend is having a bad day, a warm cup of tea will give her a flash of pleasure.
Building emotional strength is an empowering journey that can lead to a thriving (繁茂的), more satisfying life. 16 The good news is that it is never too late to develop a strong mind.Develop your self-confidence
Confidence is key when becoming emotionally stronger. 17 When something bad happens, remind yourself that you have the ability to overcome this obstacle, whatever it may be. You can draw strength and courage from knowing that you have made it through tough times, and you can do it again.Learn to embrace uncertainty.
Nobody likes uncertainty. It is the cause of a lot of emotional trouble. Being unable to live with uncertainty can make you to constantly worried, avoid uncertain situations, and become overly reliant on others’ reassurance. 18 You can develop your emotional strength by practicing accepting uncertainty.See criticism as an opportunity.
Most of us hear the smallest criticism and simply fall apart. 19 Criticism — as long as it’s constructive — is encouragement. Their advice allow you to progress and move forward. These are important components of a strong mind, and when you develop this skill, you will find that you start to embrace criticism.
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This is about how you become your own cheerleader and build up your confidence. It doesn’t even have to be anything major, but just remind yourself of little things you do well and have achieved. Regularly practicing this does wonders for developing a stronger mind and eventually, it will happen without you realizing.
All in all, the pursuit of a strong mind will not always go perfectly, but the tip is to make small positive steps day by day.
A．Positive self-talk.
B．Believe in yourself.
C．The question is how we can turn into mentally strong individuals.
D．The goal of developing emotional strength is progress, not perfection.
E．That is because it will help you feel more in control of your situations.
F．Instead of seeing it as a setback, view it as a chance to get better.
G．However, it is also an unavoidable fact of human life.
二、完形填空（本大题共1小题）
My younger daughter and I were travelling in Paris during a weekend, which coincided (同时发生) with Paris Fashion Week. We had taken a(n) 21 bus tour in the fierce sun, and we had also waited in the hot sun in 22 for a boat tour but with many tourists we missed the cut-off for that boat. We didn’t feel like 23 the next one, so we decided to walk back to the hotel.
We were hot and thirsty, so we stopped for a 24 , but my credit card was refused 25 it worked for the rest of the trip. We had to keep 26 toward the hotel, and then heat stroke took over. I got sunstroke and almost 27 consciousness. I stumbled (踉跄) into, of all 28 , a totally fancy fashion house, complete with a black-suited doorman and three beautiful ladies! Seeing I, a short, overweight tourist, stumbled in, 29 and suffering from heat stroke, they all immediately came forward and 30 me into an armchair.
They provided me with a cool drink and let me 31 in the coolest part of their shop, while I tried to 32 for embarrassment. They brought some apple juice for my daughter and kept 33 on me to make sure I was okay. They were polite, sweet, very kind, and 34 non-judgmental. When I felt better, they offered to call a cab, and they also provided me with clear directions back to the hotel. They were so 35 , which I would never forget.
21．A．relaxing B．old-style C．interesting D．open-up
22．A．line B．time C．power D．search
23．A．taking down B．waiting for C．giving up D．jumping at
24．A．photo B．rest C．drink D．snack
25．A．although B．so C．unless D．since
26．A．driving B．looking C．running D．heading
27．A．gained B．lost C．raised D．changed
28．A．ages B．sizes C．places D．kinds
29．A．frightened B．moved C．shy D．sweaty
30．A．persuaded B．forced C．helped D．pushed
31．A．stand B．sit C．eat D．lie
32．A．recover B．escape C．walk D．talk
33．A．depending B．pulling C．calling D．checking
34．A．probably B．unwillingly pletely D．naturally
35．A．skilled B．fantastic C．courageous D．lucky
三、语法填空（本大题共1小题）
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。
How much do you know about Chinese oil-paper umbrellas They are not just tools to keep people away from rain or sunlight, 36 works of art with rich cultural meaning in China. The first oil-paper umbrellas appeared during Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220). Later, they were brought overseas to Japan and ancient Korea during the Tang Dynasty (618-907), 37 is why they were known as “Tang umbrellas”.
It takes quite a lot of time and effort to make a traditional Chinese oil-paper umbrella 38 hand.For example, in Fenshui township in-Luzhou, Sichuar-Province, craftsmen must complete more than 90 step and use over 100 different tools 39 (create) a single handmade oil-paper umbrella. This ancient craft, 40 (recognize) as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage, remains a wonder of human ingenuity.
Since the appearance of modern mechanical umbrellas, traditional oil-paper umbrellas have suffered from declining sales, while 41 number of craftsmen has been on the decrease. 42 (fortunate),with the inclusion of Fenshui oil-paper umbrellas as one of China’s national intangible cultural heritages in 2008, things have been improving.
In recent years, they 43 (experience) a boom, winning over millennials and fashion enthusiasts alike. Despite their renewed 44 (popular), the the craft faces threats. Aging artisans and rising production costs threaten traditional workshops. The oil-paper umbrella’s revival mirrors a much 45 (widespread) movement to rediscover China’s intangible cultural heritage.
四、书信写作（本大题共1小题）
46．假如你是李华, 你的英国朋友Luke准备参加你市将举办的国风音乐节(Traditional Chinese Music Festival)，来信向你询问作为观众可以做的准备。请你写一封回信，内容包括：
1. 写信目的；2. 建议及理由；3.表达祝愿。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80左右。
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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五、书面表达（本大题共1小题）
47．阅读下面的材料，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。
I used to be a lonely girl sitting at the back of the classroom. Having failed the college entrance exams and changed schools twice, I seldom smiled. Every day I would sit at the desk, staring into textbooks and exercises, motionless and heavy-hearted. However, my classmates were in a different picture. They were playing, laughing and chatting delightedly. Besides, I hated it when they were always answering the teachers’ questions, loudly and confidently. Obviously, I had no friends in this fiercely competitive class.
Life is harder for senior students. Hardly does a day go by without exercises or tests. Every time when the scores came out mine wouldn’t be the first or second but last. I was especially tired of the endless exercises and exams, which I seemingly would never do well in. I was under a lot of pressure, feeling like a fish being fried in a pan.
Hanging over me was a dark cloud. The only dim light came from Mr. Smith. Every time I stepped into the classroom, he welcomed me with a warm smile; every time my gaze began to wander over the classroom or stare out of the window, his caring eyes would draw me back to his class. Besides, he was the only teacher who invited me to the office, talking about my studies and scores. I remembered when I came out of his office, I felt refreshed believing that I could work harder.
I was feeling everything was changing for the better. I prepared hard for the final exam of the first semester, desiring to prove that I was not the last one. So before Mr. Smith told us the test result, I was expecting something good in store for me.
But I was still the last one in the class. A burst of sadness and shame consuming me, I was heartbroken.
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。
Right at that moment, Mr. Smith invited me to his office.
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Finally, the college admission letter came.
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参考答案
【答案】1．C 2．D 3．B
【分析】本文是一篇应用文。主要介绍的是2024年爱丁堡国际艺术节的提前预订安排及会员等级对应的预订日期。
【解析】1．细节理解题。根据Booking in advance for the 2024 Festival opens by membership level部分中“Gold Ambassador— Thursday 14 March; Silver Ambassador & Ambassador — Friday 15 March(金级大使——3月14日，星期四；银级大使及大使——3月15日，星期五)”可知，大使级别的会员可以在3月14日以及3月15日预定，所以，在3月18日之前可以预定至少应是大使级别的会员。故选C项。
2．细节理解题。根据How to Book部分中的Theatre Tokens 中的“If you would like to redeem (兑换) Theatre Tokens when booking tickets, please phone the Box Office on131473200. Theatre Tokens cannot be redeemed online.(如果您在预订门票时希望兑换剧院代金券，请致电票房电话131473200进行兑换。剧院代金券不能在网上兑换。)”可知，剧院代金券可以通过电话兑换。故选D项。
3．推理判断题。根据How to Book前的“Please click here; become a member today to access booking in advance.(请点击此处become a member today to access booking in advance.)”、 Online Booking 部分中的“If you’ve forgotten your password, you can request a new password by clicking the‘Forgotten your password ’ link on the account page.(如果您忘记了密码，可以通过点击账户页面上的‘忘记密码？’链接来申请新密码。)”和尾段中的“Please click Access Page for further information.(请点击Access Page以获取更多信息。)”以及文中详细介绍的会员制度、预订方式、联系方式可知，本文是通常出现在活动官方网站上。故选B项。
【答案】4．A 5．B 6．C 7．A
【分析】这是一篇记叙文。文章通过讲述作者的一段经历，表明随着孩子的成长，父母和孩子的角色会发生转变。
【解析】4．词句猜测题。根据第二段Nathaniel说的话“Dad, don’t leave the water running when you brush your teeth (爸爸，刷牙的时候不要让水流着)”和第三段“At the beginning, I wondered how I raised such a bossy child. (一开始，我很奇怪我怎么养了一个这么专横的孩子。)”，以及第四段“And so I smilingly followed Nathaniel’ s nagging (唠叨). (因此我微笑着听从Nathaniel的唠叨。)”可知，Nathaniel对他爸爸经常唠叨，喜欢管着他，指挥他，所以他对爸爸说的话，即划线词admonished应该是一种告诫，语气柔和但又坚定地警告他刷牙时不要开着水龙头。故选A。
5．推理判断题。根据第四段“I remembered being angry at my own father’s commands growing up, how he always tidied my desk or came into my room at dusk to close the windows. And so I smilingly followed Nathaniel’ s nagging (唠叨). (我记得在我成长的过程中，我对父亲的命令以及他总是整理我的桌子，或者在黄昏时进我的房间关窗户非常生气，因此我微笑着听从Nathaniel的唠叨。)”可知，作者因为想到了自己父亲过去对他采取的不恰当的教育方式，才能借此反思，引以为戒，从而以微笑地对待自己孩子的唠叨。故选B。
6．推理判断题。根据最后一段“‘You did it! I’m really proud,’ he said, smiling, as if I’d just learned to ride a bike. It was then that I knew for sure that the son also rises to fatherhood. (‘你做到了！我真的很自豪，’他笑着说，好像我刚学会骑自行车。那时我才确切地知道，儿子也成长为父亲了。)”可知，随着儿子的长大，与父亲之间慢慢开始了角色互换，儿子开始像当年父亲教自己一样帮助并鼓励自己的父亲，当父亲确定了儿子的成长时，心中应该是非常欣赏和感恩的。故选C。
7．主旨大意题。根据第一段“Here comes a time for every family when the tables turn and the parent has to answer to the child. Mine came recently when my wife and I visited our son in Los Angeles. (现在每个家庭都到了局面转换的时候了，父母必须对孩子负责。最近我和妻子去洛杉矶看望儿子的时候，我家的局面也发生了转变。)”和最后一段“‘You did it! I’m really proud,’ he said, smiling, as if I’d just learned to ride a bike. It was then that I knew for sure that the son also rises to fatherhood. (‘你做到了！我真的很自豪，’他笑着说，好像我刚学会骑自行车。那时我才确切地知道，儿子也成长为父亲了。)”及全文内容可知，本文主要讲述了随着孩子的长大，家庭局面会发生转变，父母和孩子之间的角色会逐渐发生互换，子女成长为父母，而父母在子女面前又变成了小学生。A项“角色转换：家长到小学生”为最佳标题。故选A。
【答案】8．C 9．C 10．D 11．B
【分析】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍的是尽管池塘是野生动物极其重要的栖息地，但是却被人们忽视的原因以及现在人们开始重视对池塘的保护和建设。
【解析】8．细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Ponds are being shown more bio-diverse than rivers or lakes. Interestingly, this seems to be partly due to the small size of ponds, which allows them to have a wide range of conditions. (池塘显示出比河流或湖泊更丰富的生物多样性。有趣的是，这似乎部分是由于池塘的规模小，这使得它们有广泛的条件。)”可知，池塘比河流或湖泊有更丰富多样性的部分原因是池塘规模太小，但这种小的规模使得它们拥有有各种各样的条件，由此可知，池塘多样化的条件促成了池塘的生物多样性。故选C项。
9．细节理解题。根据第三段中的“A key reason appears to be the bias (偏见) we humans have where we assume that if something is small, it can’t be all that important.(一个关键的原因似乎是我们人类的偏见，我们认为如果一件事很小，它就不可能那么重要。)”可知，对池塘忽视的一个原因是我们人类的偏见，认为小的东西不能那么重要，由此可知，是人们的偏见造成了对池塘的忽视。故选C项。
10．推理判断题。根据倒数第二段中的“Now, views are taking on new shapes.(现在，观点呈现出新的形态。)”可知，人们对池塘的观点和看法发生了转变，此处为本段的主题句，结合下文中的“And the European Union-funded PONDER FUL project is gathering data on Europe’s ponds. (欧盟资助的PONDER FUL项目正在收集欧洲池塘的数据。)”可知，此处提到了PONDER FUL项目正在收集欧洲池塘的数据，由此可推断，提到PONDER FUL项目是为了表明人们对池塘态度的变化。故选D项。
11．推理判断题。根据尾段中的“In a world where freshwater faces big challenges, creating and protecting ponds provides a ray of hope: a piece of natural ecological (生态的) engineering we can easily achieve to help support one of the most threatened bits of the environment.(在一个淡水面临巨大挑战的世界里，建造和保护池塘提供了一线希望：我们可以轻松实现的自然生态工程，帮助保护环境中最受威胁的部分之一。)”可知，淡水面临巨大的挑战，可以通过建造和保护池塘提供一线希望，这是一项可以轻松实现的自然生态工程，但却能在保护环境中起到重要的作用，由此可推断，“小钥匙开大门”即“用较小的力量或手段达到较大的效果或目的”的意义与本段的讲述的内容吻合。故选B项。
【答案】12．A 13．D 14．B 15．A
【分析】这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了心理学家的一项EC理论表明，我们不是只有大脑负责人类的认知，我们的身体也负责思考或者解决问题。更准确的说思想塑造身体，身体同等程度地塑造思想。
【解析】12．推理判断题。根据第一段“Is it true that our brain alone is responsible for human cognition (认知) What about our body Is it possible for thought and behaviour to originate from somewhere other than our brain Psychologists who study Embodied Cognition (EC) ask similar questions. The EC theory suggests our body is also responsible for thinking or problem-solving.( 只有我们的大脑才负责人类的认知，这是真的吗？那我们的身体呢？思想和行为是否可能起源于大脑以外的其他地方？研究具身认知（Embodied Cognition， EC）的心理学家也提出了类似的问题。EC理论认为我们的身体也负责思考或解决问题。)”可知，文章开头提出关于人类认知仅由大脑负责还是身体也有作用的疑问，引出具身认知（EC）理论，该理论认为身体也对思考和解决问题有责任。接着通过新生儿感知世界、实验以及语言中的隐喻等方面来阐述大脑和身体相互作用的观点。所以 EC 理论让我们更接近人类认知的真相。故选A项。
13．细节理解题。根据第二段中“When you smell something good or hear amusing sounds, certain emotions are awakened. Think about how newborns use their senses to understand the world around them. They don’t have emotions so much as needs— they don’t feel sad, they’ re just hungry and need food. Even unborn babies can feel their mothers’ heartbeats and this has a calming effect. In the real world, they cry when they’ re cold and then get hugged. That way, they start to associate being warm with being loved.( 当你闻到好东西或听到有趣的声音时，某些情绪会被唤醒。想想新生儿如何用他们的感官来理解周围的世界。他们没有情感，而是有需求——他们不会感到悲伤，他们只是饿了，需要食物。即使是未出生的婴儿也能感受到母亲的心跳，这有镇静作用。在现实世界里，他们会在冷的时候哭，然后被拥抱。这样，他们就开始把温暖和被爱联系起来。)”可知，新生儿通过身体的感觉，如饥饿、寒冷等感知来理解周围世界。故选D项。
14．推理判断题。根据第五段中“A kind and sympathetic person is frequently referred to as one with a soft heart and someone who is very strong and calm in difficult situations is often described as solid as a rock. And this kind of metaphorical use is common across languages.( 一个善良和富有同情心的人经常被形容为一个心软的人，而一个在困难的情况下非常坚强和冷静的人经常被形容为坚如磐石。这种隐喻的用法在各种语言中都很常见。)”可知，第五段提到我们常用的比喻，如用“柔软的心”形容善良有同情心的人，用“坚如磐石”形容在困难中坚强冷静的人。结合前文提到的身体感觉会影响思维和判断，这里通过比喻说明人类的感觉对思维有影响。故选B项。
15．推理判断题。根据第一段中“The EC theory suggests our body is also responsible for thinking or problem-solving.( EC理论认为我们的身体也负责思考或解决问题)”以及第三段中“Older Western philosophers and mainstream language researchers believe this is fact, while EC theory holds the view that the brain and body are working together as an organic supercomputer, processing everything and forming your reactions.( 较老的西方哲学家和主流语言研究人员认为这是事实，而EC理论认为大脑和身体作为一个有机的超级计算机一起工作，处理一切并形成你的反应)”可知，B 选项“如果你冷，在做任何人际决策前先暖和起来”，符合文章中提到的身体感觉（冷）会影响思维（人际决策）；C选项“如果婴儿哭得厉害，妈妈温柔的触摸会让他平静一点”，体现了身体接触对婴儿情绪的影响，符合身体和思维的相互作用；D选项“如果你的朋友心情不好，一杯热茶会给她带来一丝愉悦”，说明身体感觉（喝热茶）对情绪（愉悦）有影响。而A选项“如果你生气，行动前要三思”，只是强调情绪下要冷静思考，没有体现身体和思维的相互作用，不符合 EC 理论在日常生活中的应用。故选A项。
【答案】16．C 17．E 18．G 19．F 20．A
【分析】这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了如何培养强大的内心的几点方法和建议。
【解析】16．前文“Building emotional strength is an empowering journey that can lead to a thriving, more satisfying life.( 建立情感力量是一段充满力量的旅程，它可以引领你走向繁荣、更令人满意的生活。)”提到建立情感力量是一段能带来蓬勃发展、更令人满意生活的旅程。后文“The good news is that it is never too late to develop a strong mind.( 好消息是，培养坚强的头脑永远不会太晚。)”说的是培养强大的心智永远都不晚。C选项“The question is how we can turn into mentally strong individuals.( 问题是我们如何才能成为内心强大的人。)”起到承上启下的作用，引出下文关于如何培养情感力量和强大心智的内容。故选C项。
17．前文“Confidence is key when becoming emotionally stronger.(自信是情绪变得强大的关键。)”指出自信在变得情感更强大方面非常重要。后文“When something bad happens, remind yourself that you have the ability to overcome this obstacle, whatever it may be.(当不好的事情发生时，提醒自己你有能力克服这个障碍，不管它是什么。)”指出当面临困境时要相信自己有能力克服障碍。E选项“That is because it will help you feel more in control of your situations.(那是因为它会帮助你感觉对自己的处境更有掌控力。)”承上启下，阐述了自信很重要的原因，“it”指代前文的 “confidence”，符合语境。故选E项。
18．前文“Nobody likes uncertainty. It is the cause of a lot of emotional trouble. Being unable to live with uncertainty can make you to constantly worried, avoid uncertain situations, and become overly reliant on others’ reassurance.(没有人喜欢不确定性。这是很多情感问题的起因。不能生活在不确定性中会让你不断担心，避免不确定的情况，并变得过度依赖他人的安慰。)”阐述了人们不喜欢不确定性以及它带来的问题。G选项“However, it is also an unavoidable fact of human life.(然而，这也是人类生活中不可避免的事实。)”与上文构成转折关系，指出虽然不确定性有不好的影响，但它不可避免，“it”指代“uncertainty”。故选G项。
19．前文“Most of us hear the smallest criticism and simply fall apart.(我们大多数人听到最小的批评就会崩溃。)”指出大多数人听到一点批评就会崩溃。后文“Criticism — as long as it’ s constructive — is encouragement. Their advice allow you to progress and move forward.(批评——只要是建设性的——就是鼓励。他们的建议会让你进步和前进。)”指出只要是有建设性的批评就是鼓励，能让人进步。F选项“Instead of seeing it as a setback, view it as a chance to get better.(不要把它看作是一次挫折，而要把它看作是一个变得更好的机会。)”承上启下，建议把批评看作是一个变得更好的机会，符合语境，选项中“it”指代“criticism”。故选F项。
20．设空处为小标题；根据后文“This is about how you become your own cheerleader and build up your confidence. It doesn’ t even have to be anything major, but just remind yourself of little things you do well and have achieved. Regularly practicing this does wonders for developing a stronger mind and eventually, it will happen without you realizing.(这是关于你如何成为你自己的啦啦队长和建立你的信心。它甚至不必是什么重大的事情，但只要提醒自己做得很好，已经完成的小事情。经常这样做对培养一个更强大的头脑有神奇的作用，最终，它会在你没有意识到的情况下发生。)” 可知，这段主要讲的是关于自我肯定和积极的心理暗示，提醒自己做好的小事和取得的成就，这是积极的自我对话。A选项“Positive self-talk.(积极的自我对话。)”符合这一段的主旨，为总结该段内容，适合作为该段小标题。故选A项。
【答案】
21．D 22．A 23．B 24．C 25．A 26．D 27．B 28．C 29．D 30．C 31．B 32．B 33．D 34．C 35．B
【分析】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者和女儿在巴黎旅游时遇到窘况，作者因为中暑意外踉跄跌入一家高档的时装屋，得到了那里的人的良好照顾和帮助，这让作者非常感激。
【解析】21．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我们在烈日下乘坐了敞篷巴士，我们还在烈日下排队等候乘船游览，但由于游客太多，我们错过了那艘船的登船截止时间。A. relaxing令人放松的；B. old-style老式的；C. interesting有趣的；D. open-up开放的，敞篷的。根据下文“in the fierce sun”可知，此处是指在烈日下乘坐了敞篷巴士。故选D。
22．考查名词词义辨析。句意：我们在烈日下乘坐了敞篷巴士，我们还在烈日下排队等候乘船游览，但由于游客太多，我们错过了那艘船的登船截止时间。A. line线，队，in line意为“排队”；B. time时间，in time 意为“及时”；C. power权利，in power 意为“掌权”；D. search搜寻，in search意为“寻找”。根据上文“waited in the hot sun”及下文“for a boat tour”可知，此处是指在烈日下排队等候乘船游览。故选A。
23．考查动词短语辨析。句意：我们不想等下一艘船了，所以我们决定步行回酒店。A. taking down记下；B. waiting for等待；C. giving up放弃；D. jumping at接受。根据上文“we missed the cut-off for that boat”及“so we decided to walk back to the hotel”可知，我们不想等下一艘船了。故选B。
24．考查名词词义辨析。句意：我们又热又渴，所以我们停下来想喝点东西，但我的信用卡被拒绝了，尽管在这次旅行的其余时间它都能用。A. photo照片；B. rest休息；C. drink饮料；D. snack小吃。根据上文“We were hot and thirsty” 可知，我们停下来是为了喝点东西解渴。故选C。
25．考查连词词义辨析。句意：我们又热又渴，所以我们停下来想喝点东西，但我的信用卡被拒绝了，尽管在这次旅行的其余时间它都能用。A. although尽管；B. so所以；C. unless除非；D. since自从，因为。根据上文“my credit card was refused”及下文“it worked for the rest of the trip”可知，句子之间是转折让步关系，用although引导让步状语从句。故选A。
26．考查动词词义辨析。句意：我们不得不继续朝着酒店的方向走，然后中暑症状发作了。A. driving驾驶；B. looking看；C. running跑；D. heading朝着……行进，head toward 意为“朝着……方向去”。根据上文“so we decided to walk back to the hotel”可知，我们继续朝着酒店方向走。故选D。
27．考查动词词义辨析。句意：我中暑了，几乎失去了意识。A. gained获得；B. lost失去；C. raised提高；D. changed改变。根据上文“I got sunstroke”及下文“stumbled”可知，我几乎失去意识。故选B。
28．考查名词词义辨析。句意：我摇摇晃晃地走进了一个非常高档的时装店，店里有一个穿着黑色西装的门卫和三位漂亮的女士！在所有的地方中，偏偏走进了这里。A. ages年龄；B. sizes尺寸；C. places地方；D. kinds种类。根据上文“I stumbled into”及下文“a totally fancy fashion house”可知，此处指在所有的地方中，作者走进了这个时装店。故选C。
29．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：看到我这个身材矮小、体重超标的游客跌跌撞撞地走了进来，浑身是汗，还中暑了，他们都立刻上前搀扶我坐到扶手椅上。A. frightened害怕的；B. moved感动的；C. shy害羞的；D. sweaty出汗的。根据下文“and suffering from heat stroke”可知，作者此时是满头大汗的状态。故选D。
30．考查动词词义辨析。句意：看到我这个身材矮小、体重超标的游客跌跌撞撞地走了进来，浑身是汗，还中暑了，他们都立刻上前搀扶我坐到扶手椅上。A. persuaded劝说；B. forced强迫；C. helped帮助，help sb. into…意为“扶某人进入……”；D. pushed推。根据上文“stumbled in”及下文“me into an armchair”可知，他们搀扶我坐到扶手椅上。故选C。
31．考查动词词义辨析。句意：他们给我一杯冷饮，让我坐在店里最凉爽的地方，而我则因为尴尬试图逃跑。A. stand站；B. sit坐；C. eat吃；D. lie撒谎。根据上文“ 21 me into an armchair”可知，他们让我坐在店里最凉爽的地方。故选B。
32．考查动词词义辨析。句意：他们给我一杯冷饮，让我坐在店里最凉爽的地方，而我则因为尴尬试图逃跑。A. recover恢复；B. escape逃跑；C. walk散步；D. talk谈论。根据上文“They provided me with a cool drink and let me 22 in the coolest part of their shop”及下文“for embarrassment.”可知，我因为尴尬和窘迫想逃跑。故选B。
33．考查动词短语辨析。句意：他们给我女儿拿来了一些苹果汁，还不断查看我的情况，以确保我没事。A. depending依赖；B. pulling拉；C. calling打电话；D. checking检查，查看。根据下文“to make sure I was okay”可知，他们不断地查看我的情况。故选D。
34．考查副词词义辨析。句意：他们很有礼貌，很可爱，很善良，而且完全没有主观评判。A. probably可能地；B. unwillingly不情愿地；C. completely完全地；D. naturally自然地。根据上文“They were polite, sweet, very kind”可知，他们完全没有因为作者的样子而主观评判。故选C。
35．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：他们太棒了，我永远不会忘记。A. skilled娴熟的；B. fantastic极好的，出色的；C. courageous勇敢的；D. lucky幸运的。根据上文“They were polite, sweet, very kind, and 23 non-judgmental.”可知，我觉得他们非常好。故选B。
【答案】
36．but 37．which 38．by 39．to create 40．recognized 41．the 42．Fortunately 43．have experienced 44．popularity 45．more widespread
【分析】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了中国油纸伞历史、制作、兴衰及面临的挑战。
【解析】36．考查连词。句意：你对中国油纸伞了解多少呢？它们不仅是让人们免受雨淋或阳光照射的工具，而且在中国是具有丰富文化内涵的艺术品。not just...but also...“不仅…… 而且……”为固定搭配，also可以省略。故填but。
37．考查定语从句。句意：后来，在唐朝（618-907 年）它们被带到了海外的日本和古代朝鲜，这就是它们被称为“唐伞”的原因。空处引导非限制性定语从句，先行词是前面整个句子“they were brought overseas to Japan and ancient Korea during the Tang Dynasty (618-907)”，空处指代先行词在从句中作主语，故用关系代词which。故填which。
38．考查介词。句意：手工制作一把传统的中国油纸伞需要花费相当多的时间和精力。by hand“用手工”为固定短语。故填by。
39．考查非谓语动词。句意：例如，在四川省泸州市的分水镇，工匠们必须完成90多个步骤，并使用100多种不同的工具来制作一把手工油纸伞。空处应用不定式作目的状语。故填to create。
40．考查非谓语动词。句意：这项古老的技艺，被认定为国家级非物质文化遗产，仍然是人类创造力的奇迹。空处在句中为非谓语，动词recognize与其逻辑主语This ancient craft之间是被动关系，故用过去分词形式作后置定语。故填recognized。
41．考查冠词。句意：自从现代机械伞出现以来，传统油纸伞的销量一直在下降，而工匠的数量也在减少。the number of...“…… 的数量”为固定短语，后接可数名词复数，作主语时谓语动词用单数。故填the。
42．考查副词。句意：幸运的是，随着2008年分水油纸伞被列入中国国家级非物质文化遗产之一，情况一直在改善。应用副词修饰整个句子，fortunate的副词形式为fortunately“幸运地”，位于句首首字母大写。故填Fortunately。
43．考查动词的时态和主谓一致。句意：近年来，它们经历了一次繁荣，赢得了千禧一代和时尚爱好者的喜爱。根据时间状语In recent years可知，句子应用现在完成时，they作主语，助动词用have。故填have experienced。
44．考查名词。句意：尽管它们重新受到欢迎，但这项技艺仍面临威胁。空处应用名词作介词Despite的宾语，popular的名词形式为popularity“受欢迎；普及”。故填popularity。
45．考查形容词比较级。句意：油纸伞的复兴反映了一场更广泛的重新发现中国非物质文化遗产的运动。根据空前的much可知，空处应用形容词的比较级形式，widespread的比较级为more widespread。故填more widespread。
46．【答案】Dear Luke,
I hope this letter finds you well. I was thrilled to hear about your interest in traditional Chinese music and your plan to attend the Traditional Chinese Music Festival at our city cultural center.
To prepare for the festival, I have a few suggestions for you. First, it would be beneficial to familiarize yourself with some traditional Chinese musical instruments such as the guzheng (Chinese zither) or erhu (two-stringed bowed instrument). Additionally, being dressed in traditional Chinese clothing, like a qipao or a tang suit, can add to the festive atmosphere and allow you to immerse yourself in the cultural ambiance. Furthermore, it might be helpful to learn a few basic Chinese phrases related to music, such as common instrument names or musical terminologies, which will enhance your ability to communicate with fellow music enthusiasts during the festival.
May you have a truly unforgettable experience, filled with the enchanting melodies and captivating performances of traditional Chinese music!
Yours,
Li Hua
【分析】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生给英国朋友Luke介绍关于国风音乐节(Traditional Chinese Music Festival)的情况，并给予建议。
【详解】1.词汇积累
高兴：thrilled→excited
建议: suggestions→recommendations
此外：Additionally→Moreover
提升：enhance→improve
2.句式拓展
同义句替换
原句：I was thrilled to hear about your interest in traditional Chinese music and your plan to attend the Traditional Chinese Music Festival at our city cultural center.
同义句：Your enthusiasm for traditional Chinese music and decision to participate in the upcoming Traditional Chinese Music Festival at our local cultural center have definitely caught my attention and brought me great joy.
【点睛】【高分句型1】To prepare for the festival, I have a few suggestions for you. (运用了不定式作目的状语)
【高分句型2】Furthermore, it might be helpful to learn a few basic Chinese phrases related to music, such as common instrument names or musical terminologies, which will enhance your ability to communicate with fellow music enthusiasts during the festival. (运用了which引导的非限制性定语从句)
47．【答案】参考答案
Right at that moment, Mr. Smith invited me to his office. Hesitantly, I walked into the office. Mr. Smith greeted me with a smile. As he began talking, not about my grades or mistakes, but about my potential and perseverance, it became apparent that this talk was totally a different one. He didn’t blame me. Instead, he praised my resilience and determination. He encouraged me to embrace my struggles, reminding me that success was never a straight path. In his eyes, I could see his belief in me, and I knew I should never quit.
Finally, the college admission letter came. I held it in my shaking hands, doubting whether I was in a world of fantasy. But as I opened the envelope, I couldn’t believe my eyes. Despite all the odds, I got admitted! I stared at the letter in disbelief for a long time. It felt like the dawn after a seemingly endless night, a reward for the perseverance I didn’t know I had until Mr. Smith showed me. Tears welling up in my eyes. Mr. Smith might never know how much his encouragement might mean to me in my toughest time.
【分析】本文以情感发展为线索展开，讲述了作者因高考失利、转学两次，心情沉重，感到孤独和无助。在班级竞争激烈的环境中，作者成绩不佳，压力巨大。然而，史密斯老师的关心和鼓励给了作者温暖和力量，最终帮助作者走出低谷，成功被大学录取。
【详解】段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“就在那一刻，史密斯先生邀请我去他的办公室。”可知，第一段可描写作者在史密斯先生的办公室里，史密斯先生对作者的鼓励和支持，以及作者的内心感受。
②由第二段首句内容“最后，大学录取通知书来了。”可知，第二段可描写作者收到大学录取通知书后的喜悦和激动，以及对史密斯先生的感激之情。
2.续写线索：邀请——鼓励——内心感受——收到通知书——喜悦——感激
3.词汇激活
行为类
①邀请：invite/call in/ask for
②鼓励：encourage/inspire/urge
③收到：receive/get/obtain
情绪类
①喜悦：delight/happiness/joy
②感激：gratitude/appreciation/thankfulness
【点睛】[高分句型1]. He encouraged me to embrace my struggles, reminding me that success was never a straight path.（使用现在分词短语作状语）
[高分句型2]. I held it in my shaking hands, doubting whether I was in a world of fantasy.（使用现在分词作状语、连接代词whether连接的宾语从句）
一、阅读理解（本大题共5小题）
EDINBURGH INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL
Booking in advance for the 2024 Festival opens by membership level:
· Gold Ambassador — Thursday 14 March
· Silver Ambassador & Ambassador — Friday 15 March
· Gold Friend & Silver Friend — Monday 18 March
· Friend — Tuesday 19 March
Booking opens for the general public on Thursday 21 March.
Please click here; become a member today to access booking in advance.
How to Book
Online Booking
If you have booked with us before, you should be able to log in (登录) with the same email address and password that you previously used. If you’ve forgotten your password, you can request a new password by clicking the‘Forgotten your password ’ link on the account page.
Telephone Booking
From 1st to 25th August our phonelines are open Monday — Sunday, 10:00 a.m. — 8:00 p.m.
Outside of these dates, our phonelines are open Monday — Friday 12:00 — 4:00 p.m, and closed on Saturday and Sunday.
Gift Vouchers (券)
Gift vouchers can be used to book International Festival tickets. You can buy gift vouchers for any amount you wish and check your balance online at any time. Gift vouchers can’t be used 24 months after you buy them.
Theatre Tokens
If you would like to redeem (兑换) Theatre Tokens when booking tickets, please phone the Box Office on131473200. Theatre Tokens cannot be redeemed online.Access information
Signing up for the Access Pass allows you to book online for wheelchair spaces, essential companion tickets, seats with the best view, touch tours and relaxed performances. You also can request to receive theAccess Guide, which is produced alongside our brochure with detailed information about venue access and-our accessible performances programme.
Please click Access Page for further information.
1．To book before March 18th, you must be at least ______.
A．a Friend B．a Gold Friend C．an Ambassador D．a Gold Ambassador
2．What should you know about booking
A．You have to access with a new email address. B．Telephone booking is available anytime in August.
C．Gift vouchers can be used for over two years. D．Theatre tokens can be redeemed by phone.
3．Where is the text probably taken from
A．A tour guide B．An official website C．A business magazine D．A news report
Here comes a time for every family when the tables turn and the parent has to answer to the child. Mine came recently when my wife and I visited our son in Los Angeles.
“Dad, don’t leave the water running when you brush your teeth,” Nathaniel admonished on our first night. All right, I figured, this is California, where drought is a concern. But then more followed. Not to leave my awkward walking shoes sitting out, and did I even need such ugly footwear Don’t wear a neck warmer when walking the dogs in the morning - it will warm up when we get to the park. And do you have to take a shower before we drive to Topanga
At the beginning, I wondered how I raised such a bossy child. But I recalled my own words when he was young: “Someday, you’ ll have your own home and can live however you want. Until then, do as we say.” Now,it was payback time.
I remembered being angry at my own father’s commands growing up, how he always tidied my desk or came into my room at dusk to close the windows. And so I smilingly followed Nathaniel’ s nagging (唠叨).
On our last afternoon, we were walking along ElMatador Beach and hit an extended patch of rocks - clearly the end of the line, I thought. Nathaniel wouldn’t hear of it and encouraged me to walk across one largest one to the next, patiently telling me where to place my arthritic (关节炎的) feet and hands as ocean waves came close. I was terrified, but after a couple hundred yards we eventually reached a fresh sandy beach.
“You did it! I’m really proud,” he said, smiling, as if I’d just learned to ride a bike. It was then that I knew for sure that the son also rises to fatherhood.
4．What does the underlined word “admonished” in paragraph 2 mean
A．Warned gently but firmly. B．Explained loudly but lovingly.
C．Announced officially and clearly. D．Inspired deeply and indirectly.
5．Why did the author refer to his father
A．For memory. B．For reflection. C．For encouragement. D．For comparison.
6．What was the writer’s attitude towards his son at last
A．Annoyed. B．Regretful. C．Appreciative. D．Unsatisfied.
7．What might be the best title of the passage
A．The Role Switch: Parent to Pupil B．The Bossy Son: Nathaniel’s Takeover
C．The Beach Challenge: Crossing the Rocks D．The Power of Words: Nagging to Change
There are millions — possibly billions — of ponds (池塘).Yet for a century or so, they are poorly understood and scientists have paid them very little attention. This neglect (忽视) might not have mattered if it were not for increasing evidence that ponds are extremely important habitats for wildlife.
Ponds are being shown more bio-diverse than rivers or lakes. Interestingly, this seems to be partly due to the small size of ponds, which allows them to have a wide range of conditions. The community in a pond with clear water will be very different to that in a nearby seasonal pond made cloudy by farm animals. Ponds show far greater variation than rivers and streams, as flowing water tends to equalize water chemistry.
So why have we ignored such a vital part of the natural world A key reason appears to be the bias (偏见) we humans have where we assume that if something is small, it can’t be all that important. Rather than study ponds, scientists in the past typically headed for the largest lake or river they could find.
Most of us also devalue ponds because we assume they are artificial habitats: we look at the human-made examples around us and don’t realize that these waters have a deeply ancient origin. In our new book Ponds, Pools and Puddles, we show that ponds have clearly existed on Earth as long as there has been land and water and the geological record shows they have been a constant presence.
Now, views are taking on new shapes. Last year, the Ramsar Convention, an international agreement, introduced a proposal on small wetlands, including ponds, giving crucial recognition to them. And the European Union-funded PONDER FUL project is gathering data on Europe’s ponds.
In a world where freshwater faces big challenges, creating and protecting ponds provides a ray of hope: a piece of natural ecological (生态的) engineering we can easily achieve to help support one of the most threatened bits of the environment.
8．What may contribute to the biodiversity of ponds
A．The nearby animals. B．The constant temperature water.
C．Their diverse conditions. D．Their regularly changing conditions.
9．What caused ponds to be neglected
A．People’s love for nature. B．Insufficient ponds for research.
C．People’s mistaken belief of ponds. D．Lacking scientific research methods.
10．Why is “PONDERFUL project” mentioned
A．To promote the Ramsar Convention.
B．To prepare for the research on ponds
C．To highlight the importance of small wetlands.
D．To show the changing attitudes towards ponds.
11．What can we conclude from the last paragraph
A．Penny wise, pound foolish. B．A small key opens a big door.
C．Small streams make great rivers D．A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.
Is it true that our brain alone is responsible for human cognition (认知) What about our body Is it possible for thought and behaviour to originate from somewhere other than our brain Psychologists who study Embodied Cognition (EC) ask similar questions. The EC theory suggests our body is also responsible for thinking or problem-solving.
If you think about it for a moment, it makes total sense. When you smell something good or hear amusing sounds, certain emotions are awakened. Think about how newborns use their senses to understand the world around them. They don’t have emotions so much as needs— they don’t feel sad, they’ re just hungry and need food. Even unborn babies can feel their mothers’ heartbeats and this has a calming effect. In the real world, they cry when they’ re cold and then get hugged. That way, they start to associate being warm with being loved.
Understandably, theorists have been arguing for years and still disagree on whether the brain is the nerve centre that operates the rest of the body. Older Western philosophers and mainstream language researchers believe this is fact, while EC theory holds the view that the brain and body are working together as an organic supercomputer, processing everything and forming your reactions.
Further studies have backed up the mind-body interaction, In one experiment, test subjects were asked to judge people after being handed a hot or a cold drink. They all made warm evaluations when their fingertips perceived warmth rather than coolness. And it works the other way too. In another study. subjects’ fingertip temperatures were measured after being “included” in or “rejected” from a group task. Those who were included felt physically warmer.
For further proof, we can look at the metaphors (比喻) that we use without even thinking. A kind and sympathetic person is frequently referred to as one with a soft heart and someone who is very strong and calm in difficult situations is often described as solid as a rock. And this kind of metaphorical use is common across languages.
Now that you have the knowledge of mind-body interaction, why not put the EC theory in our daily life Just give it a shot!
12．According to the author, what is the significance of EC
A．It brings us closer to the truth in human cognition.
B．It offers a clearer picture of the shape of human brain.
C．It reveals the major role of the mind in human cognition.
D．It improves our understanding of the origin of psychology.
13．Where does the newborns’ understanding of their surroundings start from
A．Their personal looks. B．Their mental needs.
C．Their inner emotions. D．Their physical feelings.
14．What does the author intend to prove by using the metaphors in Paragraph 5
A．Human speech is alive with metaphors.
B．Human senses have effects on thinking.
C．Human language is shaped by visual images.
D．Human emotions are often compared to natural materials.
15．Which of the following situations is NOT the usage of EC in our daily life
A．If you are angry, think twice before action.
B．If you are cold, warm up before making any interpersonal decisions.
C．If the baby is crying hard, gentle touch from mom will calm him a bit.
D．If your friend is having a bad day, a warm cup of tea will give her a flash of pleasure.
Building emotional strength is an empowering journey that can lead to a thriving (繁茂的), more satisfying life. 16 The good news is that it is never too late to develop a strong mind.Develop your self-confidence
Confidence is key when becoming emotionally stronger. 17 When something bad happens, remind yourself that you have the ability to overcome this obstacle, whatever it may be. You can draw strength and courage from knowing that you have made it through tough times, and you can do it again.Learn to embrace uncertainty.
Nobody likes uncertainty. It is the cause of a lot of emotional trouble. Being unable to live with uncertainty can make you to constantly worried, avoid uncertain situations, and become overly reliant on others’ reassurance. 18 You can develop your emotional strength by practicing accepting uncertainty.See criticism as an opportunity.
Most of us hear the smallest criticism and simply fall apart. 19 Criticism — as long as it’s constructive — is encouragement. Their advice allow you to progress and move forward. These are important components of a strong mind, and when you develop this skill, you will find that you start to embrace criticism.
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This is about how you become your own cheerleader and build up your confidence. It doesn’t even have to be anything major, but just remind yourself of little things you do well and have achieved. Regularly practicing this does wonders for developing a stronger mind and eventually, it will happen without you realizing.
All in all, the pursuit of a strong mind will not always go perfectly, but the tip is to make small positive steps day by day.
A．Positive self-talk.
B．Believe in yourself.
C．The question is how we can turn into mentally strong individuals.
D．The goal of developing emotional strength is progress, not perfection.
E．That is because it will help you feel more in control of your situations.
F．Instead of seeing it as a setback, view it as a chance to get better.
G．However, it is also an unavoidable fact of human life.
二、完形填空（本大题共1小题）
My younger daughter and I were travelling in Paris during a weekend, which coincided (同时发生) with Paris Fashion Week. We had taken a(n) 21 bus tour in the fierce sun, and we had also waited in the hot sun in 22 for a boat tour but with many tourists we missed the cut-off for that boat. We didn’t feel like 23 the next one, so we decided to walk back to the hotel.
We were hot and thirsty, so we stopped for a 24 , but my credit card was refused 25 it worked for the rest of the trip. We had to keep 26 toward the hotel, and then heat stroke took over. I got sunstroke and almost 27 consciousness. I stumbled (踉跄) into, of all 28 , a totally fancy fashion house, complete with a black-suited doorman and three beautiful ladies! Seeing I, a short, overweight tourist, stumbled in, 29 and suffering from heat stroke, they all immediately came forward and 30 me into an armchair.
They provided me with a cool drink and let me 31 in the coolest part of their shop, while I tried to 32 for embarrassment. They brought some apple juice for my daughter and kept 33 on me to make sure I was okay. They were polite, sweet, very kind, and 34 non-judgmental. When I felt better, they offered to call a cab, and they also provided me with clear directions back to the hotel. They were so 35 , which I would never forget.
21．A．relaxing B．old-style C．interesting D．open-up
22．A．line B．time C．power D．search
23．A．taking down B．waiting for C．giving up D．jumping at
24．A．photo B．rest C．drink D．snack
25．A．although B．so C．unless D．since
26．A．driving B．looking C．running D．heading
27．A．gained B．lost C．raised D．changed
28．A．ages B．sizes C．places D．kinds
29．A．frightened B．moved C．shy D．sweaty
30．A．persuaded B．forced C．helped D．pushed
31．A．stand B．sit C．eat D．lie
32．A．recover B．escape C．walk D．talk
33．A．depending B．pulling C．calling D．checking
34．A．probably B．unwillingly pletely D．naturally
35．A．skilled B．fantastic C．courageous D．lucky
三、语法填空（本大题共1小题）
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。
How much do you know about Chinese oil-paper umbrellas They are not just tools to keep people away from rain or sunlight, 36 works of art with rich cultural meaning in China. The first oil-paper umbrellas appeared during Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220). Later, they were brought overseas to Japan and ancient Korea during the Tang Dynasty (618-907), 37 is why they were known as “Tang umbrellas”.
It takes quite a lot of time and effort to make a traditional Chinese oil-paper umbrella 38 hand.For example, in Fenshui township in-Luzhou, Sichuar-Province, craftsmen must complete more than 90 step and use over 100 different tools 39 (create) a single handmade oil-paper umbrella. This ancient craft, 40 (recognize) as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage, remains a wonder of human ingenuity.
Since the appearance of modern mechanical umbrellas, traditional oil-paper umbrellas have suffered from declining sales, while 41 number of craftsmen has been on the decrease. 42 (fortunate),with the inclusion of Fenshui oil-paper umbrellas as one of China’s national intangible cultural heritages in 2008, things have been improving.
In recent years, they 43 (experience) a boom, winning over millennials and fashion enthusiasts alike. Despite their renewed 44 (popular), the the craft faces threats. Aging artisans and rising production costs threaten traditional workshops. The oil-paper umbrella’s revival mirrors a much 45 (widespread) movement to rediscover China’s intangible cultural heritage.
四、书信写作（本大题共1小题）
46．假如你是李华, 你的英国朋友Luke准备参加你市将举办的国风音乐节(Traditional Chinese Music Festival)，来信向你询问作为观众可以做的准备。请你写一封回信，内容包括：
1. 写信目的；2. 建议及理由；3.表达祝愿。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80左右。
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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五、书面表达（本大题共1小题）
47．阅读下面的材料，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。
I used to be a lonely girl sitting at the back of the classroom. Having failed the college entrance exams and changed schools twice, I seldom smiled. Every day I would sit at the desk, staring into textbooks and exercises, motionless and heavy-hearted. However, my classmates were in a different picture. They were playing, laughing and chatting delightedly. Besides, I hated it when they were always answering the teachers’ questions, loudly and confidently. Obviously, I had no friends in this fiercely competitive class.
Life is harder for senior students. Hardly does a day go by without exercises or tests. Every time when the scores came out mine wouldn’t be the first or second but last. I was especially tired of the endless exercises and exams, which I seemingly would never do well in. I was under a lot of pressure, feeling like a fish being fried in a pan.
Hanging over me was a dark cloud. The only dim light came from Mr. Smith. Every time I stepped into the classroom, he welcomed me with a warm smile; every time my gaze began to wander over the classroom or stare out of the window, his caring eyes would draw me back to his class. Besides, he was the only teacher who invited me to the office, talking about my studies and scores. I remembered when I came out of his office, I felt refreshed believing that I could work harder.
I was feeling everything was changing for the better. I prepared hard for the final exam of the first semester, desiring to prove that I was not the last one. So before Mr. Smith told us the test result, I was expecting something good in store for me.
But I was still the last one in the class. A burst of sadness and shame consuming me, I was heartbroken.
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。
Right at that moment, Mr. Smith invited me to his office.
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Finally, the college admission letter came.
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参考答案
【答案】1．C 2．D 3．B
【分析】本文是一篇应用文。主要介绍的是2024年爱丁堡国际艺术节的提前预订安排及会员等级对应的预订日期。
【解析】1．细节理解题。根据Booking in advance for the 2024 Festival opens by membership level部分中“Gold Ambassador— Thursday 14 March; Silver Ambassador & Ambassador — Friday 15 March(金级大使——3月14日，星期四；银级大使及大使——3月15日，星期五)”可知，大使级别的会员可以在3月14日以及3月15日预定，所以，在3月18日之前可以预定至少应是大使级别的会员。故选C项。
2．细节理解题。根据How to Book部分中的Theatre Tokens 中的“If you would like to redeem (兑换) Theatre Tokens when booking tickets, please phone the Box Office on131473200. Theatre Tokens cannot be redeemed online.(如果您在预订门票时希望兑换剧院代金券，请致电票房电话131473200进行兑换。剧院代金券不能在网上兑换。)”可知，剧院代金券可以通过电话兑换。故选D项。
3．推理判断题。根据How to Book前的“Please click here; become a member today to access booking in advance.(请点击此处become a member today to access booking in advance.)”、 Online Booking 部分中的“If you’ve forgotten your password, you can request a new password by clicking the‘Forgotten your password ’ link on the account page.(如果您忘记了密码，可以通过点击账户页面上的‘忘记密码？’链接来申请新密码。)”和尾段中的“Please click Access Page for further information.(请点击Access Page以获取更多信息。)”以及文中详细介绍的会员制度、预订方式、联系方式可知，本文是通常出现在活动官方网站上。故选B项。
【答案】4．A 5．B 6．C 7．A
【分析】这是一篇记叙文。文章通过讲述作者的一段经历，表明随着孩子的成长，父母和孩子的角色会发生转变。
【解析】4．词句猜测题。根据第二段Nathaniel说的话“Dad, don’t leave the water running when you brush your teeth (爸爸，刷牙的时候不要让水流着)”和第三段“At the beginning, I wondered how I raised such a bossy child. (一开始，我很奇怪我怎么养了一个这么专横的孩子。)”，以及第四段“And so I smilingly followed Nathaniel’ s nagging (唠叨). (因此我微笑着听从Nathaniel的唠叨。)”可知，Nathaniel对他爸爸经常唠叨，喜欢管着他，指挥他，所以他对爸爸说的话，即划线词admonished应该是一种告诫，语气柔和但又坚定地警告他刷牙时不要开着水龙头。故选A。
5．推理判断题。根据第四段“I remembered being angry at my own father’s commands growing up, how he always tidied my desk or came into my room at dusk to close the windows. And so I smilingly followed Nathaniel’ s nagging (唠叨). (我记得在我成长的过程中，我对父亲的命令以及他总是整理我的桌子，或者在黄昏时进我的房间关窗户非常生气，因此我微笑着听从Nathaniel的唠叨。)”可知，作者因为想到了自己父亲过去对他采取的不恰当的教育方式，才能借此反思，引以为戒，从而以微笑地对待自己孩子的唠叨。故选B。
6．推理判断题。根据最后一段“‘You did it! I’m really proud,’ he said, smiling, as if I’d just learned to ride a bike. It was then that I knew for sure that the son also rises to fatherhood. (‘你做到了！我真的很自豪，’他笑着说，好像我刚学会骑自行车。那时我才确切地知道，儿子也成长为父亲了。)”可知，随着儿子的长大，与父亲之间慢慢开始了角色互换，儿子开始像当年父亲教自己一样帮助并鼓励自己的父亲，当父亲确定了儿子的成长时，心中应该是非常欣赏和感恩的。故选C。
7．主旨大意题。根据第一段“Here comes a time for every family when the tables turn and the parent has to answer to the child. Mine came recently when my wife and I visited our son in Los Angeles. (现在每个家庭都到了局面转换的时候了，父母必须对孩子负责。最近我和妻子去洛杉矶看望儿子的时候，我家的局面也发生了转变。)”和最后一段“‘You did it! I’m really proud,’ he said, smiling, as if I’d just learned to ride a bike. It was then that I knew for sure that the son also rises to fatherhood. (‘你做到了！我真的很自豪，’他笑着说，好像我刚学会骑自行车。那时我才确切地知道，儿子也成长为父亲了。)”及全文内容可知，本文主要讲述了随着孩子的长大，家庭局面会发生转变，父母和孩子之间的角色会逐渐发生互换，子女成长为父母，而父母在子女面前又变成了小学生。A项“角色转换：家长到小学生”为最佳标题。故选A。
【答案】8．C 9．C 10．D 11．B
【分析】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍的是尽管池塘是野生动物极其重要的栖息地，但是却被人们忽视的原因以及现在人们开始重视对池塘的保护和建设。
【解析】8．细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Ponds are being shown more bio-diverse than rivers or lakes. Interestingly, this seems to be partly due to the small size of ponds, which allows them to have a wide range of conditions. (池塘显示出比河流或湖泊更丰富的生物多样性。有趣的是，这似乎部分是由于池塘的规模小，这使得它们有广泛的条件。)”可知，池塘比河流或湖泊有更丰富多样性的部分原因是池塘规模太小，但这种小的规模使得它们拥有有各种各样的条件，由此可知，池塘多样化的条件促成了池塘的生物多样性。故选C项。
9．细节理解题。根据第三段中的“A key reason appears to be the bias (偏见) we humans have where we assume that if something is small, it can’t be all that important.(一个关键的原因似乎是我们人类的偏见，我们认为如果一件事很小，它就不可能那么重要。)”可知，对池塘忽视的一个原因是我们人类的偏见，认为小的东西不能那么重要，由此可知，是人们的偏见造成了对池塘的忽视。故选C项。
10．推理判断题。根据倒数第二段中的“Now, views are taking on new shapes.(现在，观点呈现出新的形态。)”可知，人们对池塘的观点和看法发生了转变，此处为本段的主题句，结合下文中的“And the European Union-funded PONDER FUL project is gathering data on Europe’s ponds. (欧盟资助的PONDER FUL项目正在收集欧洲池塘的数据。)”可知，此处提到了PONDER FUL项目正在收集欧洲池塘的数据，由此可推断，提到PONDER FUL项目是为了表明人们对池塘态度的变化。故选D项。
11．推理判断题。根据尾段中的“In a world where freshwater faces big challenges, creating and protecting ponds provides a ray of hope: a piece of natural ecological (生态的) engineering we can easily achieve to help support one of the most threatened bits of the environment.(在一个淡水面临巨大挑战的世界里，建造和保护池塘提供了一线希望：我们可以轻松实现的自然生态工程，帮助保护环境中最受威胁的部分之一。)”可知，淡水面临巨大的挑战，可以通过建造和保护池塘提供一线希望，这是一项可以轻松实现的自然生态工程，但却能在保护环境中起到重要的作用，由此可推断，“小钥匙开大门”即“用较小的力量或手段达到较大的效果或目的”的意义与本段的讲述的内容吻合。故选B项。
【答案】12．A 13．D 14．B 15．A
【分析】这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了心理学家的一项EC理论表明，我们不是只有大脑负责人类的认知，我们的身体也负责思考或者解决问题。更准确的说思想塑造身体，身体同等程度地塑造思想。
【解析】12．推理判断题。根据第一段“Is it true that our brain alone is responsible for human cognition (认知) What about our body Is it possible for thought and behaviour to originate from somewhere other than our brain Psychologists who study Embodied Cognition (EC) ask similar questions. The EC theory suggests our body is also responsible for thinking or problem-solving.( 只有我们的大脑才负责人类的认知，这是真的吗？那我们的身体呢？思想和行为是否可能起源于大脑以外的其他地方？研究具身认知（Embodied Cognition， EC）的心理学家也提出了类似的问题。EC理论认为我们的身体也负责思考或解决问题。)”可知，文章开头提出关于人类认知仅由大脑负责还是身体也有作用的疑问，引出具身认知（EC）理论，该理论认为身体也对思考和解决问题有责任。接着通过新生儿感知世界、实验以及语言中的隐喻等方面来阐述大脑和身体相互作用的观点。所以 EC 理论让我们更接近人类认知的真相。故选A项。
13．细节理解题。根据第二段中“When you smell something good or hear amusing sounds, certain emotions are awakened. Think about how newborns use their senses to understand the world around them. They don’t have emotions so much as needs— they don’t feel sad, they’ re just hungry and need food. Even unborn babies can feel their mothers’ heartbeats and this has a calming effect. In the real world, they cry when they’ re cold and then get hugged. That way, they start to associate being warm with being loved.( 当你闻到好东西或听到有趣的声音时，某些情绪会被唤醒。想想新生儿如何用他们的感官来理解周围的世界。他们没有情感，而是有需求——他们不会感到悲伤，他们只是饿了，需要食物。即使是未出生的婴儿也能感受到母亲的心跳，这有镇静作用。在现实世界里，他们会在冷的时候哭，然后被拥抱。这样，他们就开始把温暖和被爱联系起来。)”可知，新生儿通过身体的感觉，如饥饿、寒冷等感知来理解周围世界。故选D项。
14．推理判断题。根据第五段中“A kind and sympathetic person is frequently referred to as one with a soft heart and someone who is very strong and calm in difficult situations is often described as solid as a rock. And this kind of metaphorical use is common across languages.( 一个善良和富有同情心的人经常被形容为一个心软的人，而一个在困难的情况下非常坚强和冷静的人经常被形容为坚如磐石。这种隐喻的用法在各种语言中都很常见。)”可知，第五段提到我们常用的比喻，如用“柔软的心”形容善良有同情心的人，用“坚如磐石”形容在困难中坚强冷静的人。结合前文提到的身体感觉会影响思维和判断，这里通过比喻说明人类的感觉对思维有影响。故选B项。
15．推理判断题。根据第一段中“The EC theory suggests our body is also responsible for thinking or problem-solving.( EC理论认为我们的身体也负责思考或解决问题)”以及第三段中“Older Western philosophers and mainstream language researchers believe this is fact, while EC theory holds the view that the brain and body are working together as an organic supercomputer, processing everything and forming your reactions.( 较老的西方哲学家和主流语言研究人员认为这是事实，而EC理论认为大脑和身体作为一个有机的超级计算机一起工作，处理一切并形成你的反应)”可知，B 选项“如果你冷，在做任何人际决策前先暖和起来”，符合文章中提到的身体感觉（冷）会影响思维（人际决策）；C选项“如果婴儿哭得厉害，妈妈温柔的触摸会让他平静一点”，体现了身体接触对婴儿情绪的影响，符合身体和思维的相互作用；D选项“如果你的朋友心情不好，一杯热茶会给她带来一丝愉悦”，说明身体感觉（喝热茶）对情绪（愉悦）有影响。而A选项“如果你生气，行动前要三思”，只是强调情绪下要冷静思考，没有体现身体和思维的相互作用，不符合 EC 理论在日常生活中的应用。故选A项。
【答案】16．C 17．E 18．G 19．F 20．A
【分析】这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了如何培养强大的内心的几点方法和建议。
【解析】16．前文“Building emotional strength is an empowering journey that can lead to a thriving, more satisfying life.( 建立情感力量是一段充满力量的旅程，它可以引领你走向繁荣、更令人满意的生活。)”提到建立情感力量是一段能带来蓬勃发展、更令人满意生活的旅程。后文“The good news is that it is never too late to develop a strong mind.( 好消息是，培养坚强的头脑永远不会太晚。)”说的是培养强大的心智永远都不晚。C选项“The question is how we can turn into mentally strong individuals.( 问题是我们如何才能成为内心强大的人。)”起到承上启下的作用，引出下文关于如何培养情感力量和强大心智的内容。故选C项。
17．前文“Confidence is key when becoming emotionally stronger.(自信是情绪变得强大的关键。)”指出自信在变得情感更强大方面非常重要。后文“When something bad happens, remind yourself that you have the ability to overcome this obstacle, whatever it may be.(当不好的事情发生时，提醒自己你有能力克服这个障碍，不管它是什么。)”指出当面临困境时要相信自己有能力克服障碍。E选项“That is because it will help you feel more in control of your situations.(那是因为它会帮助你感觉对自己的处境更有掌控力。)”承上启下，阐述了自信很重要的原因，“it”指代前文的 “confidence”，符合语境。故选E项。
18．前文“Nobody likes uncertainty. It is the cause of a lot of emotional trouble. Being unable to live with uncertainty can make you to constantly worried, avoid uncertain situations, and become overly reliant on others’ reassurance.(没有人喜欢不确定性。这是很多情感问题的起因。不能生活在不确定性中会让你不断担心，避免不确定的情况，并变得过度依赖他人的安慰。)”阐述了人们不喜欢不确定性以及它带来的问题。G选项“However, it is also an unavoidable fact of human life.(然而，这也是人类生活中不可避免的事实。)”与上文构成转折关系，指出虽然不确定性有不好的影响，但它不可避免，“it”指代“uncertainty”。故选G项。
19．前文“Most of us hear the smallest criticism and simply fall apart.(我们大多数人听到最小的批评就会崩溃。)”指出大多数人听到一点批评就会崩溃。后文“Criticism — as long as it’ s constructive — is encouragement. Their advice allow you to progress and move forward.(批评——只要是建设性的——就是鼓励。他们的建议会让你进步和前进。)”指出只要是有建设性的批评就是鼓励，能让人进步。F选项“Instead of seeing it as a setback, view it as a chance to get better.(不要把它看作是一次挫折，而要把它看作是一个变得更好的机会。)”承上启下，建议把批评看作是一个变得更好的机会，符合语境，选项中“it”指代“criticism”。故选F项。
20．设空处为小标题；根据后文“This is about how you become your own cheerleader and build up your confidence. It doesn’ t even have to be anything major, but just remind yourself of little things you do well and have achieved. Regularly practicing this does wonders for developing a stronger mind and eventually, it will happen without you realizing.(这是关于你如何成为你自己的啦啦队长和建立你的信心。它甚至不必是什么重大的事情，但只要提醒自己做得很好，已经完成的小事情。经常这样做对培养一个更强大的头脑有神奇的作用，最终，它会在你没有意识到的情况下发生。)” 可知，这段主要讲的是关于自我肯定和积极的心理暗示，提醒自己做好的小事和取得的成就，这是积极的自我对话。A选项“Positive self-talk.(积极的自我对话。)”符合这一段的主旨，为总结该段内容，适合作为该段小标题。故选A项。
【答案】
21．D 22．A 23．B 24．C 25．A 26．D 27．B 28．C 29．D 30．C 31．B 32．B 33．D 34．C 35．B
【分析】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者和女儿在巴黎旅游时遇到窘况，作者因为中暑意外踉跄跌入一家高档的时装屋，得到了那里的人的良好照顾和帮助，这让作者非常感激。
【解析】21．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我们在烈日下乘坐了敞篷巴士，我们还在烈日下排队等候乘船游览，但由于游客太多，我们错过了那艘船的登船截止时间。A. relaxing令人放松的；B. old-style老式的；C. interesting有趣的；D. open-up开放的，敞篷的。根据下文“in the fierce sun”可知，此处是指在烈日下乘坐了敞篷巴士。故选D。
22．考查名词词义辨析。句意：我们在烈日下乘坐了敞篷巴士，我们还在烈日下排队等候乘船游览，但由于游客太多，我们错过了那艘船的登船截止时间。A. line线，队，in line意为“排队”；B. time时间，in time 意为“及时”；C. power权利，in power 意为“掌权”；D. search搜寻，in search意为“寻找”。根据上文“waited in the hot sun”及下文“for a boat tour”可知，此处是指在烈日下排队等候乘船游览。故选A。
23．考查动词短语辨析。句意：我们不想等下一艘船了，所以我们决定步行回酒店。A. taking down记下；B. waiting for等待；C. giving up放弃；D. jumping at接受。根据上文“we missed the cut-off for that boat”及“so we decided to walk back to the hotel”可知，我们不想等下一艘船了。故选B。
24．考查名词词义辨析。句意：我们又热又渴，所以我们停下来想喝点东西，但我的信用卡被拒绝了，尽管在这次旅行的其余时间它都能用。A. photo照片；B. rest休息；C. drink饮料；D. snack小吃。根据上文“We were hot and thirsty” 可知，我们停下来是为了喝点东西解渴。故选C。
25．考查连词词义辨析。句意：我们又热又渴，所以我们停下来想喝点东西，但我的信用卡被拒绝了，尽管在这次旅行的其余时间它都能用。A. although尽管；B. so所以；C. unless除非；D. since自从，因为。根据上文“my credit card was refused”及下文“it worked for the rest of the trip”可知，句子之间是转折让步关系，用although引导让步状语从句。故选A。
26．考查动词词义辨析。句意：我们不得不继续朝着酒店的方向走，然后中暑症状发作了。A. driving驾驶；B. looking看；C. running跑；D. heading朝着……行进，head toward 意为“朝着……方向去”。根据上文“so we decided to walk back to the hotel”可知，我们继续朝着酒店方向走。故选D。
27．考查动词词义辨析。句意：我中暑了，几乎失去了意识。A. gained获得；B. lost失去；C. raised提高；D. changed改变。根据上文“I got sunstroke”及下文“stumbled”可知，我几乎失去意识。故选B。
28．考查名词词义辨析。句意：我摇摇晃晃地走进了一个非常高档的时装店，店里有一个穿着黑色西装的门卫和三位漂亮的女士！在所有的地方中，偏偏走进了这里。A. ages年龄；B. sizes尺寸；C. places地方；D. kinds种类。根据上文“I stumbled into”及下文“a totally fancy fashion house”可知，此处指在所有的地方中，作者走进了这个时装店。故选C。
29．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：看到我这个身材矮小、体重超标的游客跌跌撞撞地走了进来，浑身是汗，还中暑了，他们都立刻上前搀扶我坐到扶手椅上。A. frightened害怕的；B. moved感动的；C. shy害羞的；D. sweaty出汗的。根据下文“and suffering from heat stroke”可知，作者此时是满头大汗的状态。故选D。
30．考查动词词义辨析。句意：看到我这个身材矮小、体重超标的游客跌跌撞撞地走了进来，浑身是汗，还中暑了，他们都立刻上前搀扶我坐到扶手椅上。A. persuaded劝说；B. forced强迫；C. helped帮助，help sb. into…意为“扶某人进入……”；D. pushed推。根据上文“stumbled in”及下文“me into an armchair”可知，他们搀扶我坐到扶手椅上。故选C。
31．考查动词词义辨析。句意：他们给我一杯冷饮，让我坐在店里最凉爽的地方，而我则因为尴尬试图逃跑。A. stand站；B. sit坐；C. eat吃；D. lie撒谎。根据上文“ 21 me into an armchair”可知，他们让我坐在店里最凉爽的地方。故选B。
32．考查动词词义辨析。句意：他们给我一杯冷饮，让我坐在店里最凉爽的地方，而我则因为尴尬试图逃跑。A. recover恢复；B. escape逃跑；C. walk散步；D. talk谈论。根据上文“They provided me with a cool drink and let me 22 in the coolest part of their shop”及下文“for embarrassment.”可知，我因为尴尬和窘迫想逃跑。故选B。
33．考查动词短语辨析。句意：他们给我女儿拿来了一些苹果汁，还不断查看我的情况，以确保我没事。A. depending依赖；B. pulling拉；C. calling打电话；D. checking检查，查看。根据下文“to make sure I was okay”可知，他们不断地查看我的情况。故选D。
34．考查副词词义辨析。句意：他们很有礼貌，很可爱，很善良，而且完全没有主观评判。A. probably可能地；B. unwillingly不情愿地；C. completely完全地；D. naturally自然地。根据上文“They were polite, sweet, very kind”可知，他们完全没有因为作者的样子而主观评判。故选C。
35．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：他们太棒了，我永远不会忘记。A. skilled娴熟的；B. fantastic极好的，出色的；C. courageous勇敢的；D. lucky幸运的。根据上文“They were polite, sweet, very kind, and 23 non-judgmental.”可知，我觉得他们非常好。故选B。
【答案】
36．but 37．which 38．by 39．to create 40．recognized 41．the 42．Fortunately 43．have experienced 44．popularity 45．more widespread
【分析】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了中国油纸伞历史、制作、兴衰及面临的挑战。
【解析】36．考查连词。句意：你对中国油纸伞了解多少呢？它们不仅是让人们免受雨淋或阳光照射的工具，而且在中国是具有丰富文化内涵的艺术品。not just...but also...“不仅…… 而且……”为固定搭配，also可以省略。故填but。
37．考查定语从句。句意：后来，在唐朝（618-907 年）它们被带到了海外的日本和古代朝鲜，这就是它们被称为“唐伞”的原因。空处引导非限制性定语从句，先行词是前面整个句子“they were brought overseas to Japan and ancient Korea during the Tang Dynasty (618-907)”，空处指代先行词在从句中作主语，故用关系代词which。故填which。
38．考查介词。句意：手工制作一把传统的中国油纸伞需要花费相当多的时间和精力。by hand“用手工”为固定短语。故填by。
39．考查非谓语动词。句意：例如，在四川省泸州市的分水镇，工匠们必须完成90多个步骤，并使用100多种不同的工具来制作一把手工油纸伞。空处应用不定式作目的状语。故填to create。
40．考查非谓语动词。句意：这项古老的技艺，被认定为国家级非物质文化遗产，仍然是人类创造力的奇迹。空处在句中为非谓语，动词recognize与其逻辑主语This ancient craft之间是被动关系，故用过去分词形式作后置定语。故填recognized。
41．考查冠词。句意：自从现代机械伞出现以来，传统油纸伞的销量一直在下降，而工匠的数量也在减少。the number of...“…… 的数量”为固定短语，后接可数名词复数，作主语时谓语动词用单数。故填the。
42．考查副词。句意：幸运的是，随着2008年分水油纸伞被列入中国国家级非物质文化遗产之一，情况一直在改善。应用副词修饰整个句子，fortunate的副词形式为fortunately“幸运地”，位于句首首字母大写。故填Fortunately。
43．考查动词的时态和主谓一致。句意：近年来，它们经历了一次繁荣，赢得了千禧一代和时尚爱好者的喜爱。根据时间状语In recent years可知，句子应用现在完成时，they作主语，助动词用have。故填have experienced。
44．考查名词。句意：尽管它们重新受到欢迎，但这项技艺仍面临威胁。空处应用名词作介词Despite的宾语，popular的名词形式为popularity“受欢迎；普及”。故填popularity。
45．考查形容词比较级。句意：油纸伞的复兴反映了一场更广泛的重新发现中国非物质文化遗产的运动。根据空前的much可知，空处应用形容词的比较级形式，widespread的比较级为more widespread。故填more widespread。
46．【答案】Dear Luke,
I hope this letter finds you well. I was thrilled to hear about your interest in traditional Chinese music and your plan to attend the Traditional Chinese Music Festival at our city cultural center.
To prepare for the festival, I have a few suggestions for you. First, it would be beneficial to familiarize yourself with some traditional Chinese musical instruments such as the guzheng (Chinese zither) or erhu (two-stringed bowed instrument). Additionally, being dressed in traditional Chinese clothing, like a qipao or a tang suit, can add to the festive atmosphere and allow you to immerse yourself in the cultural ambiance. Furthermore, it might be helpful to learn a few basic Chinese phrases related to music, such as common instrument names or musical terminologies, which will enhance your ability to communicate with fellow music enthusiasts during the festival.
May you have a truly unforgettable experience, filled with the enchanting melodies and captivating performances of traditional Chinese music!
Yours,
Li Hua
【分析】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生给英国朋友Luke介绍关于国风音乐节(Traditional Chinese Music Festival)的情况，并给予建议。
【详解】1.词汇积累
高兴：thrilled→excited
建议: suggestions→recommendations
此外：Additionally→Moreover
提升：enhance→improve
2.句式拓展
同义句替换
原句：I was thrilled to hear about your interest in traditional Chinese music and your plan to attend the Traditional Chinese Music Festival at our city cultural center.
同义句：Your enthusiasm for traditional Chinese music and decision to participate in the upcoming Traditional Chinese Music Festival at our local cultural center have definitely caught my attention and brought me great joy.
【点睛】【高分句型1】To prepare for the festival, I have a few suggestions for you. (运用了不定式作目的状语)
【高分句型2】Furthermore, it might be helpful to learn a few basic Chinese phrases related to music, such as common instrument names or musical terminologies, which will enhance your ability to communicate with fellow music enthusiasts during the festival. (运用了which引导的非限制性定语从句)
47．【答案】参考答案
Right at that moment, Mr. Smith invited me to his office. Hesitantly, I walked into the office. Mr. Smith greeted me with a smile. As he began talking, not about my grades or mistakes, but about my potential and perseverance, it became apparent that this talk was totally a different one. He didn’t blame me. Instead, he praised my resilience and determination. He encouraged me to embrace my struggles, reminding me that success was never a straight path. In his eyes, I could see his belief in me, and I knew I should never quit.
Finally, the college admission letter came. I held it in my shaking hands, doubting whether I was in a world of fantasy. But as I opened the envelope, I couldn’t believe my eyes. Despite all the odds, I got admitted! I stared at the letter in disbelief for a long time. It felt like the dawn after a seemingly endless night, a reward for the perseverance I didn’t know I had until Mr. Smith showed me. Tears welling up in my eyes. Mr. Smith might never know how much his encouragement might mean to me in my toughest time.
【分析】本文以情感发展为线索展开，讲述了作者因高考失利、转学两次，心情沉重，感到孤独和无助。在班级竞争激烈的环境中，作者成绩不佳，压力巨大。然而，史密斯老师的关心和鼓励给了作者温暖和力量，最终帮助作者走出低谷，成功被大学录取。
【详解】段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“就在那一刻，史密斯先生邀请我去他的办公室。”可知，第一段可描写作者在史密斯先生的办公室里，史密斯先生对作者的鼓励和支持，以及作者的内心感受。
②由第二段首句内容“最后，大学录取通知书来了。”可知，第二段可描写作者收到大学录取通知书后的喜悦和激动，以及对史密斯先生的感激之情。
2.续写线索：邀请——鼓励——内心感受——收到通知书——喜悦——感激
3.词汇激活
行为类
①邀请：invite/call in/ask for
②鼓励：encourage/inspire/urge
③收到：receive/get/obtain
情绪类
①喜悦：delight/happiness/joy
②感激：gratitude/appreciation/thankfulness
【点睛】[高分句型1]. He encouraged me to embrace my struggles, reminding me that success was never a straight path.（使用现在分词短语作状语）
[高分句型2]. I held it in my shaking hands, doubting whether I was in a world of fantasy.（使用现在分词作状语、连接代词whether连接的宾语从句）
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