2025年春季高二年第1次阶段考英语试卷
（考试时间：120分钟 满分：150分）
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
注意，听力部分答题时请先将答案标在试卷上，听力部分结束前你将有两分钟的时间将答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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. What does the woman tell the man to do
A. Call the doctor. B. Get some rest. C. Take some painkillers.
2. Who are the speakers
A. Candidate and hiring manager.
B. Two team leaders.
C. Boss and employee.
3. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. International media. B. Language and culture. C. Hobbies and interests.
4. Which gift did Gina typically give before
A. Clothes. B. Jewelry. C. Postcards.
5. What do the speakers probably think of the party
A. They don’t know the host.
B. There isn’t enough food.
C. The place is bad.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
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. Which aspect does Helen specialize in
A. Personal finances. B. Labor law. C. Public interest.
7. What do we know about this company
A. It is created by the speakers.
B. It was started last year.
C. It is run by one family.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What is the club about
A. Football. B. Local politics. C. Bird watching.
9. Where will the photography exhibition be held next week
A. In a park. B. In a gallery. C. In an office.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. Where are the speakers
A. At home. B. At school. C. At an office.
11. What does the man usually do during breakfast time
A. He talks with his family.
B. He looks at his phone.
C. He watches TV.
12. What does the man’s company mainly produce
A. Engineering systems. B. Robot assistants. C. Virtual models.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. When does the conversation take place
A. At 10:00 a.m. B. At 12:00 p.m. C. At 2:00 p.m.
14. What was the place first used as
A. A company. B. A park. C. A hotel.
15. What’s the main industry in the man’s country
A. Tourism. B. Food exporting. C. Advanced technology.
16. What will the woman do next
A. Go out on a boat.
B. Check in at the hotel.
C. Learn about the power system.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. Where did the speaker probably grow up
A. In Berlin. B. In Stockholm. C. In Paris.
18. Which building marks the eastern end of the South Bank
A. Blackfriars Bridge. B. Westminster Abbey. C. London Eye.
19. What role did the South Bank play before the 19th century
A. It was an industrial site.
B. It was a place of entertainment.
C. It was an arts and cultural center.
20. What does the speaker most enjoy doing at the South Bank
A. Visiting the Tate Modern.
B. Attending a Shakespeare play.
C. Taking a boat trip along the river.
第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（共11小题；每小题2.5分，满分27.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Tour 1 — Inuit Experience
A chance to meet the Inuit people of Nunavut in Canada. While staying with the Inuit people you will have the chance to ride on a dog sled and travel in a seal-skin boat. The Inuit believe in animal spirits. They usually live in small family groups but have large summer assemblies for feasts and celebrations. You will have the chance to join one of these large assemblies and take part in the dancing, listen to traditional accounts of bravery, and play games.
Tour 2 — Aborigine Adventure
A trip to Kakado in Australia will include a three-day stay in an Aborigine village. Here you will have the chance to attend Aborigine ceremonies with dining and dancing, based on ancient beliefs. The Aborigines believe that Great Spirits created all the people, animals and plants on Earth. You will get the chance to try some very strange food like snakes! On this trip you will get to learn about their musical instruments and the boomerang, which they use to hunt animals.
Tour3 — Mysterious Maoris
New Zealand is home to Maoris. They brought with them a culture rich in song, dance and art. The Maori people believe in many gods such as the God of the Forest and the God of the Sea. The Maoris have a traditional meeting house, where you will meet with the Maoris and join with them in dance. And there you will eat food such as fish and sweet potato, which is cooked in leaves steamed over hot stones. You will also get the chance to eat food cooked in underground stoves.
21.Where is this text probably taken from
A. A course plan. B. A travel brochure. C. An academic paper. D. A cultural research.
22.What do the Aborigines believe in
A. Animal spirits. B. The God of the Forest.
C. Great Spirits. D. The God of the Sea.
23.What do these cultural experiences have in common
A.You will be permitted to travel in a seal-skin boat.
B.You will get the chance to play local musical instruments.
C.You will be able to eat food cooked in underground stoves.
D.You will be invited to enjoy dancing with the natives.
B
“I am not crazy,” says Dr. William Farber, shortly after performing acupuncture (针灸) on a rabbit, “I am ahead of my time.” If he seems a little defensive, it might be because even some of his coworkers occasionally laugh at his unusual methods. But Farber is certain he’ll have the last laugh. He’s one of a small but growing number of American veterinarians (兽医) now practicing “holistic” medicine — combining traditional Western treatments with acupuncture, chiropractic (按摩疗法) and herbal medicine.
Farber, a graduate of Colorado State University, started out as a more conventional veterinarian. He became interested in alternative treatments 20 years ago when he suffered from terrible back pain. He tried muscle-relaxing drugs but found little relief. Then he tried acupuncture, an ancient Chinese practice, and was amazed that he improved after two or three treatments. What worked on a veterinarian seemed likely to work on his patients. So, after studying the techniques for a couple of years, he began offering them to pets.
Leigh Tindale’s dog Charlie had a serious heart condition. After Charlie had a heart attack, Tindale says, she was prepared to put him to sleep, but Farber’s treatments eased her dog’s suffering so much that she was able to keep him alive for an additional five months. And Priscilla Dewing reports that her horse, Nappy, “moves more easily and rides more comfortably” after a chiropractic adjustment.
Farber is certain that the holistic approach will grow more popular with time, and if the past is any indication, he may be right: Since 1982, membership in the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association has grown from 30 to over 700. “Sometimes it surprises me that it works so well,” he says. “I will do anything to help an animal. That’s my job.”
24. What do some of Farber’s coworkers think of him
A. He’s strict. B. He’s odd. C. He’s brave. D. He’s rude.
25. Why did Farber decide to try acupuncture on pets
A. He was trained in it at university. B. He was inspired by another veterinarian.
C. He benefited from it as a patient. D. He wanted to save money for pet owners.
26. What does paragraph 3 mainly talk about
A. Steps of a chiropractic treatment. B. The complexity of veterinarians’ work.
C. Examples of rare animal diseases. D. The effectiveness of holistic medicine.
27. Why does the author mention the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association
A. To emphasize its importance. B. To prove Farber’s point.
C. To praise veterinarians. D. To advocate animal protection.
C
There’re plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables available in local markets. But while those red juicy strawberries look fresh, consumers have no way of knowing how long the fruit can be stored at home. The same goes for distribution centers and supermarkets.
Now, the food technology startup OneThird, located in the Netherlands, is looking to change that with an infrared (红外线) scanner that can accurately predict how long fresh fruits and vegetables will last. The startup is named OneThird because one-third of food is wasted due to spoilage (变质) every year.
The startup’s founders were inspired by a UK company that uses this type of technology in the medical field and decided to see if it was applicable for food. “I looked at the challenges in the food-supply chain and found out that 40 percent of food waste is fresh produce. One of the biggest causes of waste is that nobody knows shelf life.” founder and CEO of OneThird, Marco Snickers said.
Quality inspections at farms and distribution centers are done manually (手动地). An inspector checks the fruits and vegetables and makes notes about the size and quality. Then the food is sent to consumers without considering travel time or how long the produce will remain usable.
Using the infrared scanner at the distribution center means that inspectors can use the information to approve shipments that will ensure the produce can be distributed on a timely basis. This means that a shipment of ripe tomatoes will not be sent long distances away.
OneThird’s scanner combines the technology of optical scanners, image modeling, and Artificial Intelligence to provide accurate shelf-life predictions.
The startup found that the technology can reduce up to 25 percent produce waste that was caused by spoilage. “Global food waste has an enormous environmental impact; reducing global food waste cuts global greenhouse gas emissions and promotes global food security,” said Jacob Smith, a climate expert from the University of Maine.
What problem does OneThird aim to solve
A. Food waste caused by uncertainty about its shelf life.
B. Inefficient quality inspections at distribution centers.
C. The high cost of storing fresh fruits and vegetables.
D. Consumers’ difficulty judging the freshness of produce.
29. What inspired OneThird to come up with the idea of using infrared scanner
A. Experts’ advice on food waste reduction. B. Observation of the food-supply chain.
C. Consumer demands for fresher produce. D. The use of the device in another field.
30. What can we learn about the manual quality inspections
A. They are time-consuming and costly.
B. They are not performed at a regular time.
C. The shipping time is not taken into consideration.
D. The inspectors tend to make wrong judgement.
31. What’s Jacob’s attitude to OneThird’s effort
A. Approving. B. Doubtful. C. Tolerant. D. Dismissive.
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
The journey towards self-improvement and personal success is often paved with challenges and obstacles. 32 The power of mindset extends beyond mere positive thinking. It shapes your attitudes and actions, thereby shaping your destiny.
Mindset rests on a fundamental principle: your inner beliefs and thoughts can form your reality. 33 It is also about how an optimistic mindset fosters (培养) improved decision-making, heightened problem-solving abilities, and stronger resilience against challenges.
Factors like talent and hard work are often highlighted in professional success. 34___ Consider a physical therapist, who may encounter limitations in their effectiveness due to a negative or fixed mindset despite possessing the necessary skills and knowledge. This situation underlines how a growth mindset is essential.
35 It is a game-changer in personal and professional development. It is centered around the belief that abilities and intelligence are not fixed traits but can be cultivated through effort, learning, and perseverance.
To make full use of the potential of your mindset, it is important to confront(面对) and overcome negative beliefs. You may never realize it. 36
A. This isn’t merely hopeful thinking.
B. Effort and ability can equal a positive mindset.
C. The growth mindset means continuous improvement.
D. In fact, mindset serves as an equally important element.
E. Such beliefs can act as invisible barriers to your success.
F. Mindset plays an important role in building good relationship.
G. However, a key element that influences this journey is the mindset.
第三部分 语言运用（共三节，满分40分）
第一节 完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
For many people, the perfect career would be one in which they do what they love to make a living, but 37 , not many have either the luck or the luxury to do so, given 38 concerns and other considerations. Freelance(自由职业的) digital cartoonist Lian Zongbo is fully 39 of the risks, but decided to pursue his dream, anyway.
After graduating in 2010, he started as a junior animator in Guangzhou. Struggling for 6 years with childish work, he was looking to do something he was really 40 . A huge basketball fan growing up, and good at a 41 of drawing methods, Lian had the idea of 42 his interests and career. In early 2016, he began drawing illustrations based on the NBA and shared them on social media. 43 , he didn’t get any feedback.
44 he felt discouraged, Lian refused to admit failure. In January 2017, he received a(n) __45 on his Instagram account that invited him to 46 his works at art shows in the US. Lian happily accepted the offer, seeing it as a(n) 47 to morale(士气). His basketball themed artworks quickly won him a growing number of enthusiasts, including former NBA superstar Dwyane Wade.
His childhood hobby has now turned into a(n) 48 career that has given Lian a more comfortable life. When asked if he has any advice for others who also want to change jobs to 49__ their passions, Lian said, “I wouldn’t tell people to abandon their 50 jobs if they are not ready. Rather, I’d tell them to make full use of their spare time to explore their passions. Stick to it and one day your effort will 51 .”
37. A. in reality B. in turn C. in order D. in place
38. A. political B. religious C. financial D. cultural
39. A. ashamed B. afraid C. fond D. aware
40. A. for B. into C. within D. against
41. A. block B. group C. flash D. range
42. A. developing B. integrating C. abandoning D. losing
43. A. Additionally B. Gradually C. Accordingly D. Initially
44. A. When B. If C. While D. Because
45. A. message B. complaint C. access D. notice
46. A. prove B. assess C. display D. explain
47. A. approach B. response C. solution D. boost
48. A. promising B. inspiring C. challenging D. discouraging
49. A. defeat B. pursue C. raise D. reduce
50. A. current B. future C. distant D. past
51. A. go off B. take off C. pay off D. kick off
第二节 单词拼写（共10小题；每小题1分, 满分10分）
请根据汉语或首字母提示填入单词的正确形式，每空仅填一词。
The year 1949 __________(见证) the founding of the People's Republic of China.
53. Graduates have to fight for jobs in a highly __________(有竞争力的) market.
54. The __________(顾问) were a group of men in sharp suits.
55. I admitted that I had great difficulty __________(说服) him to accept my advice.
56. When it comes to investing, it's important to gather __________(可靠的) information.
57. The company plans to e__________ 50 new engineers this year.
58. We have no a__________ but to go on.
59. He has something to say on how to c__________ freedom with responsibility.
60. If you are w__________ to fly at night, you can get a much cheaper ticket.
61. It is impossible to p__________ what the eventual outcome will be.
第三节 语法填空（共10小题；每小题1. 5分, 满分15分）
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或所给单词的正确形式。
The remains of a gold mask are among the 3,000-year-old artifacts (历史文物) found at Sanxingdui, a 4.6-square-mile area outside Chengdu, capital of Sichuan province. 62.___________(weigh) about 280 grams and estimated to be made from 84% gold, the mask is one of over 500 items unearthed from six newly discovered “sacrificial pits (祭祀坑)” in Sanxingdui.
More than 50,000 ancient artifacts 63.___________(find) at Sanxingdui since the 1920s, when a local farmer 64.___________(accidental) came upon a number of relics at the site. A major breakthrough 65.___________(occur) in 1986, with the discovery of two ceremonial pits containing over 1,000 items. Discoveries made at the site date back to the 12th and 11th centuries BC, and many of the items are now 66.___________ show at an on-site museum.
The site has completely changed experts’ understanding of 67.___________ the ancient civilization developed in China. In particular, 68.___________(evident) suggests that the unique ancient Shu society developed independently of neighboring cultures in the Yellow River Valley, 69.___________ was traditionally considered to be the origin of Chinese civilization.
Along with other Shu archaeological 70.___________(site), it is credited by the UN as “71.___________ outstanding representative of the Bronze Age Civilization of China, East Asia and even the world.”
第四部分：写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节：应用文(满分15分)
72.假定你是李华，近期参加了主题为“Life in the future”的科技展，你的英国好友Tom向你了解情况，请给他写一封电子邮件。
内容包括：
时间地点；(2) 展览内容；(3) 观展感受
注意事项：
写作词数应为80个左右；
(2) 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Tom,
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours,
Li Hua
第二节 读后续写(满分25分)
73.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。
Even before I reached the tent, I knew there would be trouble. My little brother Andy was following me, with a sleeping bag, a flashlight, and his stuffed bear. My friends Wade and Brad thought Andy would ruin everything. He would get scared in the middle of the night and have to be taken back to the house. They complained so much that you’d think they were hospital patients instead of kids I’d invited for an outdoor sleepover.
Andy promised that he wouldn’t ruin anything. He wormed his way into the tent and settled in the far corner. Night was closing in, too, with the woods around us fading toward black. The house, with its porch light, seemed a long way from us.
“Time for ghost stories!” Brad announced as soon as I’d closed the tent. He told a story about vampires(吸血鬼), but it only made us fall over laughing. When it was Wade’s turn, he told a story of three guys who were camping in a tent. He described our situation exactly — except for Andy. When he was describing a terrifying creature, somewhere outside, a branch snapped(咔嚓折断). The hair on my arms shot straight up. “These guys were crawling into their sleeping bags, right,” Wade continued, “when out of the darkness rang this terrible cry.” And out of the woods behind us there was a cry, high-pitched, frightening, and strange! The hair on my head shot straight up!
“What was that ” Brad asked as the cry came again. We all looked at each other in horror, speechless. Wade suggested someone should go out to check but no one dared. “What if it’s something trapped or hurt ” Andy said anxiously. We focused our flashlights on Andy, whom we’d forgotten, sitting in the corner with his arms around his bear. Andy would adopt(领养) every lost or hurt animal in the world if Mom would let him.
注意：
续写词数应为150个左右；
请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
“I’m going to see.” Andy ran out of the tent and disappeared in the darkness. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Andy said it was a baby monkey caught between branches, and it was crying for its mama. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________2025年春季高二年第1次阶段考英语试卷（参考答案）
（考试时间：120分钟 满分：150分）
听力（共两节，满分30分）
-5 B B A C B 6--10 B C C A A 11--15 B C A B A 16--20 C B A A C
第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（共11小题；每小题2.5分，满分27.5分）
21--23 B C D 24--27 B C D B 28--31 A D C A
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
32--36 G A D C E
第三部分 语言运用（共三节，满分40分）
第一节 （共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
37--41 ACDBD 42--46 BDCAC 47--51 DABAC
第二节 单词拼写（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）
52. witnessed petitive 54. consultants 55. persuading 56. reliable
57. employ 58. alternative bine 60. willing 61. predict
第三节 语法填空（共10小题；每小题1. 5分, 满分15分）
62. Weighing 63. have been found 64. accidentally 65. occurred 66. on
67. how 68. evidence 69. which 70. sites 71. an
第四部分：写作（共2节，满分40分）
第一节：应用文(满分15分)
72.参考范文：
Dear Tom,
I’m glad that you’re interested in my recent visit to the science exhibition and it’s my pleasure to share my experience with you.
The exhibition, featuring various smart inventions, such as driverless cars and smart-home devices, gave visitors a glimpse into the life in the future. Especially impressive was a household robot that could interact with visitors in a remarkably considerate manner, which would make a perfect companion for the elder.
I'm pretty convinced that many of them will soon find their way into common households. Do you feel like paying a visit with me next time
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节 读后续写(满分25分)
73.参考范文
“I’m going to see.” Andy ran out of the tent and disappeared in the darkness. My heart pounded in my chest as I watched him walk into the night. Wade and Brad exchanged worried glances, but neither of them made a move to follow. We sat in tense silence, listening for any sound that might indicate Andy’s safety. The minutes ticked by. Then, we saw Andy’s flashlight beam swinging through the trees. Relief washed over us as we saw him emerging from the shadows.
Andy said it was a baby monkey caught between branches, and it was crying for its mama. As he spoke, his eyes shone with a mix of excitement and empathy. He had managed to free the tiny creature which was clinging to his shoulder now. The baby monkey’s cry was the source of our terror! We were scared by this unknown creature. But Andy, the one we had doubted, was brave to face the unknown and offer help! We looked at Andy with respect, and we all agreed that the baby monkey would spend the night with us, safe and warm in our tent.
听力原文
Text 1
M: I took some painkillers, but my head still hurts and I feel a bit dizzy as well. I think I’ve had too much sun.
W: Your face is very red. That’s a little worrying. Go and lie down here while I call the doctor. (1)
Text 2
W: Jim. You gave me Mr. Stevenson’s application to become the newest member of our marketing team. As the hiring manager, what do you think of him
M: He’s a great candidate. ①He had a great⌒interview, and I think he’d be a good fit for your team! (2)
Text 3
W: You know these Chinese movies I didn’t know they were popular in the US and other countries abroad!
M: Modern entertainment and media are from all over the world — this helps people understand other cultures more!
W: Agreed. We all share a love for movies, music, and TV series worldwide. (3)
Text 4
W: Steve, sorry I couldn’t afford to buy clothing or jewelry to give as gifts this year.
M: Oh, Gina. That’s fine. We always loved receiving your postcards as presents! Even if you started gifting us bigger items a few years ago, please don’t stop sending these cards! (4)
Text 5
M: I love this party at Joyce’s house. But my stomach is empty, and there is nothing left anywhere!
W: I know. I might have to get out secretly for a sandwich. (5)
M: Let’s do it. We’ll be back before anyone notices!
Text 6
M: Hello everyone! We’re Barnes & Barnes Law Firm, protecting this city’s proud workers and families for 30 years.
W: I’m Helen Barnes. (6) Our father started this firm with our uncle as public-interest lawyers. (7) Now, I’m the head lawyer for matters concerning the relationship between employers, employees, and the labor union. (6)
M: And I’m Maurice Barnes. My specialty is protecting your money. I’ll protect your personal accounts regarding taxes, financial issues, or account bookkeeping.
W: We bring our entire family together to operate this firm and provide you with legal representation. (7) Whatever legal troubles you have, we’ve got them covered!
Text 7
W: Thanks for joining us, Patrick. I’ll introduce you to everyone. ②Some club members are retired footballers, business people, and even politicians. You’ll enjoy talking to them.
M: I’m so glad to join you. I love that your club holds events here in this national park. (8) (9) Is this your home base
W: No, we have an office near the city gallery.
M: Oh cool! What does everyone normally do during these events
W: Well, our group was created to observe birds and share our knowledge of birds. (8) Our region of England has a brilliant bird variety. So, there’s always something interesting to spot! Next week, we’ll have a show on bird photography right here in the woods. (9) You should come and see those breathtaking pictures.
M: I’ll definitely come.
Text 8
W: Dad, Mom always talks about her job. But I know nothing about yours, so I must ask out of curiosity now.
M: Okay, dear. Plus, I always use my phone while eating breakfast in the dining room. (10) (11) So, I’ll put it down and answer any questions you have before taking you to school today. (10)
W: Great. What does your company do (12)
M: Well, have you ever heard of digital twins (12)
W: Are those like robot assistants on TV
M: Not quite. Digital twins are models of real things, (12) like systems and objects. These models help engineers understand, design, and fix things better.
W: What kind of things
M: Anything! Imagine your body. We could make a digital copy of it.
W: Like my heart
M: Exactly! We’d create a digital version of your body’s functions, so doctors can learn more about it. It’s like having a super detailed drawing of your heart!
W: Wow, that’s pretty cool, Dad!
★ 数字化双胞胎（digital twins）是指以数字化方式拷贝一个物理对象，模拟对象在现实环境中的行为，对产品、制造过程乃至整个工厂进行虚拟仿真，从而提高企业产品研发、制造的生产效率。
Text 9
M: Welcome to our eco-hotel in Fiji! I’m afraid you won’t be able to check in for two hours. It starts at noon. (13)
W: No worries. My parents will be here around 2:00 p.m.
M: Well, how about a tour of the hotel while you wait
W: Oh, I’d love that.
M: Great. We originally built this place as an ecological park and then changed it into a hotel. (14) We now use all the natural water features and lighting for guests.
W: It’s beautiful and peaceful.
M: Everything here is natural and can continue or be continued for a long time. Fiji has a delicate environment. ③But the majority⌒of the economy depends on international tourists. Though we don’t have large technology industries, we have plenty of sunlight, water, and food, and they make the country a very popular holiday destination. (15)
W: That’s so responsible.
M: We believe eco-hotels will become increasingly popular. Travelers are seeking ways to reduce their impact on local environments. Tourism doesn’t require plastic waste, private cars, or over-crowded boats.
W: I love your vision!
M: Thank you. Now, are you ready to discover our natural lighting system using mirrors and solar energy machines (16)
W: Absolutely. (16)
★ 环保酒店（eco-hotel），它致力于减少对环境造成的负面影响，并采取可持续发展的方法运营。这些酒店通常采取多种环保措施，包括节能、废物管理和可再生能源的使用等。
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I’ve lived in many different places. After finishing high school in my native Stockholm, (17) I studied in Paris and Berlin, before getting a job in London. Unsurprisingly, friends and family visit me from all over Europe, and I always take them to the South Bank as I know it won’t disappoint. The South Bank is an area of London that sits right on the River Thames, between Westminster Bridge to the west and Blackfriars Bridge to the east. (18) (19) (20) Before the 1800s, there were mainly factories along the bank and the air was thick with factory smoke. (19) Some local friends told me that it was probably the Festival of Britain in 1951 that made the area a public tourist destination, and nowadays it is a significant arts and cultural site. The most famous landmark is the London Eye, just across the river from the Houses of Parliament. However, the South Bank is also home to the Royal National Theatre and the Sea Life London Aquarium. From here, you can easily walk to the Tate Modern and Shakespeare’s Globe. But my favorite thing to do is tour down the Thames by boat, all the way to Greenwich. (20) There’s just so much to see!
