滨城高中联盟2024-2025学年度下学期高二4月份考试
英语试卷
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共5小题：每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. How much are the jeans
A. $28. B. $30. C. $40.
2. How is the man feeling
A. Relaxed. B. Excited. C. Depressed.
3. Who or what is Lornda
A. A lady. B. A website. C. An online course.
4. What will the girl do first
A. Freshen up. B. Have breakfast. C. Take the school bus.
5. What is the man's main concern at the moment
A. Missing the flight.
B. The airport's vast size.
C. Potential flight delays.
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2至4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。听每段对话或独白前，你将有5秒钟的时间阅读各个小题；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。
听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7题。
6. Why can't Oil Redman answer the phone
A. He is on vacation.
B. He is answering another call.
C. He is out of the office.
7. Why did the woman make the call
A. To make a dinner reservation.
B. To confirm hotel reservations.
C. To inquire about a conference.
听下面一段对话，回答第8至第10题。
8. What is the man doing
A. Extending an invitation.
B. Introducing movies.
C. Asking for advice.
9. What are the speakers going to see
A. An action film. B. An animation film. C. A feature film.
10. When will they meet at the theater
A. At 4:10. B. At 4:30. C. At 5:20.
听下面一段对话，回答第11至第13题。
11. Where does the man's soccer match take place
A. In a stadium. B. In a sports hall. C. On a soccer pitch.
12. Who does the man play soccer with
A. His colleagues. B. His college friends. C. His former neighbors.
13. Why did the woman sign up for the half-marathon
A. To maintain her fitness.
B. To improve her running skills.
C. To challenge herself.
听下面一段对话，回答第14至第17题。
14. What is the woman's primary concern about self-driving cars
A. Financial cost. B. Safety issues. C. Energy efficiency.
15 How does the woman feel about AI at first
A. Skeptical. B. Excited. C. Curious.
16. What does the man believe AI will bring about
A. The creation of new jobs.
B. The taking over of the world by AI.
C. The decline of human creativity.
17. According to the man, what should be ensured in the use of AI
A. Cost-effectiveness.
B. Increased machine intelligence
C. Service to enhance society.
听下面一段独白，回答第18至第20题。
18 When did the speaker start volunteering
A. Three days ago. B. Three weeks ago. C. Three months ago.
19. What has the speaker gained from the volunteer work
A. A sharp eye to discover beauty.
B. A great sense of achievement.
C. An open mind to appreciate differences.
20. What is the author's main message about volunteering
A. It's challenging for some.
B. It's only for those with special skills.
C. It's easier to get into than you may think.
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Amsterdam the Netherlands
With more bikes than people, the city is structured with cyclists in mind. Low speed limits in the city center reduce the impact of cars, while bike stands on public transport make it easy to travel long distances. Rental shops are everywhere. The terrain (地形) is famously flat and an online bike route planner makes navigation easy.
Berlin, Germany
With over 1,000 km of bike paths, the vast majority of which are protected lanes, it’s no wonder Berliners love to get around by bike. For travelers, the major sights are within easy reach on a bicycle. The “Call a Bike” share system allows you to simply lock the bike to any fixed object and call in a code to “return” it.
Tokyo, Japan
Despite being home to one of the most expansive public transit networks on the planet, Tokyo residents still cycle in large numbers. Though the extent of bike lanes is limited, safe drivers ease the tension between cars and cyclists. Unique automated underground bike parking garages provide a technological thrill whenever you need to store your ride.
Perth, Australia
A large chunk of Perth’s intelligent infrastructure (基础设施) is made up of bike paths, which allow commuters (通勤者) to get into and around their city with ease. There are free bike lockers and stands across the city. For visitors, numerous scenic routes line the coastline and the local Swan River. The best way to see Rottnest Island, a vehicle-free island park, is by bicycle.
1. What is special about Amsterdam
A. It has extensive bike paths. B. It encourages bike rentals.
C. It is known for its safe driving. D. It houses more bikes than people.
2. What do Berlin and Perth have in common
A. Both have bike-sharing systems. B. Both offer free bikes for tourists.
C. Both feature vehicle-free scenic spots. D. Both enable easy sightseeing by bike.
3. Where is the passage most likely taken from
A. A scientific research paper. B. A travel guide.
C. A history textbook. D. A sports magazine.
B
Have you ever heard of the term “seasonal color analysis” It is a personal styling tool that helps people find colors that match their natural features, such as skin tone, hair color and eye color. This method divides people into four categories — spring, summer, autumn and winter — each with a matching set of colors to help them look better.
The process was so complicated that it took me an entire weekend just to figure out which season I belong to. Finally, the tool stated that I am a “summer person” and picked the “right” colors for my hair and clothes. But then came the next challenge: I spent nearly eight hours and over 2,000 yuan at the barbershop (理发店).
Beauty seems to be an increasingly time-consuming, expensive and exhausting effort. The term “fu meiyi” (服美役), or beauty duty, was even created to describe this phenomenon and has gained popularity on Chinese social media. Many people debate what should be considered part of beauty duty. Some argue that things like having long hair, wearing makeup, and spending money on fashion are unnecessary and that women should abandon these frivolities (无聊之事) to focus on building their wealth and status. Others believe that women buy clothes and makeup simply because they enjoy them, not because they are trying to be liked by men.
From my perspective, to some extent, we are all influenced by beauty duty because our views of beauty are inevitably (不可避免地) shaped by society’s unrealistic beauty standards. These ideas often promote a single, narrow definition of beauty that is difficult — if not impossible — for people to achieve.
Take me, for example. I love the color black, but according to seasonal color analysis, it doesn’t suit me. To appear more “beautiful”, I should give up wearing black and only wear light-colored clothing. This so-called beauty standard ignores personal preferences and limits self-expression. Furthermore, it dismisses the variety of beauty in the world. People come in all shapes, sizes and colors. True beauty should be about accepting and celebrating these differences, not forcing everyone to follow a single standard.
I believe people should be free to dress however they like, as long as it makes them happy. However, we must be aware of how beauty standards are created and imposed on us, shaping the way we present ourselves — often without us even realizing it.
4. What does seasonal color analysis help people determine
A. The colors that suit them best.
B. The most popular colors for each season.
C. Clothing styles based on their favorite colors.
D. Personality traits linked to color choices.
5. What does the author believe about beauty standards
A. They restrict self-improvement. B. They encourage social competition.
C. They should embrace diversity. D. They are based on wealth and status.
6. What does the author suggest people do
A. Avoid following fashion trends. B. Prioritize comfort over style.
C. Dress in a way that makes them happy. D. Be open to society’s beauty standards.
7. What is the best title of this passage
A. The Traps of Seasonal Color Analysis
B. Balancing Personal Preferences and Beauty Standards
C. Feeling Trapped in Beauty’s Cage
D. The Benefits of Embracing Beauty Standards
C
DeepSeek-R1, the latest open-source AI model developed by Chinese company DeepSeek, has surprised the world recently. It has performed as well as leading models from US-based OpenAI in tasks such as math, programming, and natural language reasoning. However, it achieves these great results at a much lower cost and with less computing power.
DeepSeek’s success shows how Chinese tech companies are working to make progress in large language models, or LLMs, and encouraging the use of generative AI technologies in many industries.
China is now home to more than one-third of the world’s LLMs, the second-largest after the US, according to the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology. Pan Helin, a member of the Expert Committee for Information and Communication Economy, said China’s breakthroughs in LLMs are “based on low costs, high performance and open-source features despite facing limited access to advanced chips”.
Open-source LLMs are crucial because they make AI development easier to access, reduce computing costs and help spread advanced technology across different industries, said Wu Yongming, CEO of Alibaba Group. Alibaba Cloud, the cloud computing branch of Alibaba Group, recently introduced its latest AI model, Qwen 2.5-Max. The company said it has improved abilities in math and programming and has done better than other leading models, like OpenAI’s GPT-4o and DeepSeek’s V3 model. US computer scientists have developed a new reasoning model trained for less than $50 (about 363 yuan) with the help of Alibaba’s open-source technology. Other companies like Baidu have also allowed developers to use their models.
Wang Peng, a research fellow at the Beijing Academy of Social Sciences, said China’s major strengths in developing AI models lie in its large data resources and varied application scenarios (场景).
For example, Alibaba Cloud Intelligence is dedicated to investing (投资) in advanced AI tools to help many industries adopt AI technologies, said Zhou Jingren, its chief technology officer. At present, more than 300,000 businesses have access to Alibaba’s LLMs, which have a broad range of uses in fields like software development, drug research, space exploration and manufacturing (制造业).
Moreover, China’s open and welcoming attitude helps the global AI industry grow and advance together, said Zhu Keli, founding director of the China Institute of New Economy. Zhu believes technological progress is unstoppable, and working together with other countries is an important way to support the development of AI technology.
8. What is the unique feature of DeepSeek-R1
A. It is developed by a US-based company.
B. It outperforms all other models in math and programming.
C. It achieves good results with less cost and computing power.
D. It is the first open-source AI model in the world.
9. According to the passage, what are the advantages of open-source LLMs
A. They make AI development more accessible, reduce costs and spread technology.
B. They increase computing costs but spread technology faster.
C. They make AI development more difficult but more reliable.
D. They limit the use of advanced technology in different industries.
10. What does the underlined word “dedicated” in paragraph 6 mean
A. opposed. B. committed. C. addicted. D. limited.
11. What is the author’s attitude towards China’s progress in developing large language models (LLMs)
A. Neutral. B. Critical. C. Positive. D. Skeptical.
D
Despite the fact that parrots are well known for their long lives and complex cognition (认知), it remains unknown whether the two traits (特征) have influenced each other.
“The problem has been sourcing good quality data,” said Simeon Smeele, a doctoral student at the Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior (MPI-AB) and lead author of a study published in Proceedings of the Royal Society B that tried to solve this question.
Scientists from the MPI-AB and the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology (MPI-EvA) teamed up with Species360 to compile data from over 130,000 individual parrots sourced from over 1,000 zoos to find the average life span of 217 parrot species.
The analysis revealed an astonishing diversity in life expectancy, ranging from an average of two years for the fig parrot up to an average of 30 years for the scarlet macaw.
Next, the team tried to determine whether or not parrots’ renowned cognitive abilities had any influence on their longevity. Their results support the theory that increased brain size has enabled longer lifespans. Because brain size relative to body size can be an indicator of intelligence, the findings suggested that the parrots with larger brains were able to survive for longer in the wild.
The scientists were surprised that factors such as diet, or the greater developmental time required to develop larger brains, did not lead to longer average lifespans. “We would have expected the developmental path to play a more important role because in primates it is this developmental cost that explains the link between brain size and longevity,” said Smeele.
In the future, the team plan to explore if sociality and cultural learning in parrots might have also contributed to long lifespans. Smeele said: “Large-brained birds might spend more time socially learning foraging (觅食) techniques that have been around for multiple generations. This increased learning period could potentially also explain the longer life spans, as it takes more time but also makes the foraging repertoire (全部技能) more adaptive.”
12. What did the study aim to find out about parrots
A. The diversity in their life expectancies.
B. The factors that influence their intelligence.
C. The traits that help them survive in the wild.
D. The link between their cognition and life spans.
13. How did the researchers carry out their study
A. By surveying over 1,000 zoos. B. By examining parrots’ brains.
C. By analyzing the collected data. D. By observing parrots’ behavior.
14. Which is a possible cause of parrots’ longevity
A. Their diet. B. Their body size.
C Their larger brains. D. Their brains development time.
15. What is the last paragraph mainly about
A. Supporting evidence for the research results.
B. Potential applications of the research findings.
C. A further explanation of the research methods.
D. Further research based on current findings.
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能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Achieving Success: The Right Mindset
In the journey of achieving success, having the right attitude is crucial. High-achievers often possess a unique way of thinking. They seem to believe they can conquer any challenge that comes their way. ____16____ Let’s take a closer look, based on Quinlan’s experience, a high-achieving individual.
Fearlessness in the Face of Failure
High-achievers aren’t discouraged by the fear of the unknown. They view new situations as opportunities. Facing new work projects or tough academic tasks, they don’t back down. With unwavering self-belief, they approach tasks thinking “How hard can this be ” and assume they can handle big challenges. This self-confidence gives them the initial push to start any tasks. ____17____ They are well-aware of potential difficulties. “I don’t think I ever thought twice about failing,” says Quinlan. This fearless attitude allows them to take risks and step out of their comfort zones.
The Power of Self-Confidence
____18____ It serves as the foundation of their approach to any new enterprise. Their self-assured mindset enables them to initiate projects with enthusiasm, believing that they have the ability to overcome whatever obstacles lie ahead.
____19____
Despite their self-confidence, successful people are humble enough to recognize their limitations. Quinlan adds, “you have to be humble enough to know what kind of help you need, to get where you want to go.” When she joined a writers group, even though she had run an ad agency, she realized she could learn from those who had successfully published books. They are willing to put themselves in uncomfortable situations to grow. It was like starting from scratch, being in first grade again. ____20____
In conclusion, achieving success requires a combination of the qualities above. High-achievers understand that being uncomfortable is part of the process. By believing in themselves, not fearing failure, and being open to learning, they can reach new heights.
A. Seeking Perfection
B. Embracing Humility
C. Overcoming Setbacks Alone
D. But what exactly are the elements that contribute to their success
E. This humility helps them acquire the knowledge and skills they lack.
F. Nevertheless, their self-assurance doesn’t translate into over-confidence.
G. This confidence is what drives them to attempt seemingly impossible tasks.
第二部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
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。
Monica Brzoska, 32, and Jorrell Conley, 36, are not ordinary school teachers. ____21____ saving for retirement like most people, they sold nearly all their belongings and set sail on a life-changing adventure. Their story has ____22____ thousands, proving that dreams can come true with careful planning and a brave heart.
The couple first fell in love with cruises during a trip to Mexico and Grand Cayman almost ten years ago. “Watching the sunset over the Caribbean Sea felt like a dream,” Monica ____23____. Since then, they became ____24____ Carnival Cruise passengers, accumulating special benefits and ____25____. These experiences planted a seed: What if they could turn temporary vacations into a ____26____ lifestyle
In 2023, Monica’s father’s illness became a ____27____ point. The couple realized life was ____28____ and decided to act immediately. After their latest cruise (乘船游), they asked a brave question, “Why not keep traveling as long as we can afford it ”
____29____ their plan sounded risky, the numbers made sense. By choosing the cheapest cabins and using pandemic savings, they could book 8 months of cruises for $16,000. Meanwhile, _____30_____ their home provided extra income each month for unexpected expenses.
“Cruises often start and end at the same ports,” Jorrell explained. “This allows us to _____31_____ ships easily or fly to new destinations.” Their schedule balances adventure with responsibility: they continue _____32_____ online, using time zone differences to tutor students while exploring the world.
Their story spreads a powerful _____33_____: dreams don’t require perfect timing. “Life is like a cruise route — filled with unexpected stops and beautiful views,” Monica said. With a combination of courage and practicality, they’ve shown that it’s possible to achieve the goal _____34_____ happiness without sacrificing durability.
Now, as their ship sails toward new _____35_____, Monica and Jorrell’s journey encourages others to reimagine their own lives. After all, as their story proves, sometimes the greatest adventures begin with a single, daring decision.
21. A. Due to B. Instead of C. Regardless of D. Other than
22. A. inspired B. bothered C. boosted D. convinced
23. A. recalled B. exclaimed C. announced D. imagined
24. A. common B. occasional C. punctual D. regular
25. A. advantages B. discounts C. offers D. privileges
26. A. ambitious B. supreme C. permanent D. graceful
27. A. finishing B. starting C. turning D. crossing
28. A. unpredictable B. unacceptable C. unreliable D. unbearable
29. A. When B. While C. As D. Once
30. A. picking out B. keeping out C. crossing out D. renting out
31. A. board B. sail C. load D. switch
32. A. trading B. teaching C. chatting D. surfing
33. A. message B. information C. news D. signal
34. A. in place of B. in honor of C. in pursuit of D. in support of
35. A. islands B. continents C. horizons D. harbors
第二节(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
China has a rich collection of cultural relics, which serve as a witness to its long and glorious history. However, many of these relics ____36____ (damage) over time due to natural disasters, wars, or improper preservation. Restoring these precious artifacts is of utmost importance. The process of restoration demands ____37____ high level of skill and precision. Experts first need to acknowledge the current condition of the relics, analyzing factors like material ____38____ (stable). They take on the ____39____ (assume) of carefully cleaning, mending, and reconstructing the damaged parts.
____40____ makes restoration challenging is relying on limited historical records and ____41____ (divide) evidence. To restore a broken ancient porcelain vase, restorers might ____42____ (painstaking) piece together fragments, spending days or even weeks to ensure a perfect fit. Restorers must ensure the new parts are identical in appearance and quality ____43____ the original ones. This not only helps preserve the historical and artistic value of the relics but also allows future generations to appreciate China's splendid past.
The restoration of Chinese cultural relics is a significant task that combines art and science, ____44____ (ensure) the continuity of our cultural heritage. China has established numerous _____45_____ (memory) museums across the country, where these precious cultural relics are exhibited, allowing the public to have a closer look at the nation's rich heritage.
第四部分：写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节：应用文写作(满分15分)
46. 假设你是李华，你的英国朋友Tom对中国传统文化很感兴趣。请你写一封邮件，邀请他参加你校举办的“传统文化体验日”活动。内容需包含活动时间、主要内容(如汉服展示、茶艺体验、传统手工艺等)，并说明活动意义。
注意：
(1)词数80词左右；
(2)可以适当增加细节，使内容充实、行文连贯。
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第二节：读后续写(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整故事。
Last semester, a new classmate named Lily transferred to our school. Hailing from a small town, she had a distinct accent when speaking English, which initially made some of us secretly laugh at her. She seemed like a fish out of water in our big city school.
At first, Lily was keenly aware of the giggles and whispers behind her. She would turn red with embarrassment whenever she mispronounced a word in class and heard the gentle laughs from her classmates. There were times when she would keep silent during group discussions, not because she had nothing to say, but because she was afraid of being laughed at again due to her accent. However, instead of letting the mockery beat her, these experiences became the fuel for her determination. She shared with me one day, her eyes showing a blend of pain and firmness, “In my hometown, English teaching resources were scarce. But I have always been attracted to the language. I watched English movies and TV programs, dreaming of speaking as smoothly as the characters. Here, I thought I could finally make this dream a reality, but I didn’t anticipate the teasing. Yet, this just makes me more resolute. I want to prove to everyone that an accent can’t determine my ability to master the language.”
One day, an English speech contest was announced. To everyone’s astonishment, Lily signed up. She came to me with a determined look and said, “I’ve always dreamed of speaking English well, and this is my chance to prove myself. I know it will be an uphill battle, but I’m fully prepared to put in the hard work.”
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。
From that day on, she devoted herself wholeheartedly to preparing for the contest.
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Finally, the day of the contest arrived.
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英语试卷
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共5小题：每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. How much are the jeans
A. $28. B. $30. C. $40.
2. How is the man feeling
A. Relaxed. B. Excited. C. Depressed.
3. Who or what is Lornda
A. A lady. B. A website. C. An online course.
4. What will the girl do first
A. Freshen up. B. Have breakfast. C. Take the school bus.
5. What is the man's main concern at the moment
A. Missing the flight.
B. The airport's vast size.
C. Potential flight delays.
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2至4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。听每段对话或独白前，你将有5秒钟的时间阅读各个小题；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。
听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7题。
6. Why can't Oil Redman answer the phone
A. He is on vacation.
B. He is answering another call.
C. He is out of the office.
7. Why did the woman make the call
A. To make a dinner reservation.
B. To confirm hotel reservations.
C. To inquire about a conference.
听下面一段对话，回答第8至第10题。
8. What is the man doing
A. Extending an invitation.
B. Introducing movies.
C. Asking for advice.
9. What are the speakers going to see
A. An action film. B. An animation film. C. A feature film.
10. When will they meet at the theater
A. At 4:10. B. At 4:30. C. At 5:20.
听下面一段对话，回答第11至第13题。
11. Where does the man's soccer match take place
A. In a stadium. B. In a sports hall. C. On a soccer pitch.
12. Who does the man play soccer with
A. His colleagues. B. His college friends. C. His former neighbors.
13. Why did the woman sign up for the half-marathon
A. To maintain her fitness.
B. To improve her running skills.
C. To challenge herself.
听下面一段对话，回答第14至第17题。
14. What is the woman's primary concern about self-driving cars
A. Financial cost. B. Safety issues. C. Energy efficiency.
15. How does the woman feel about AI at first
A. Skeptical. B. Excited. C. Curious.
16. What does the man believe AI will bring about
A. The creation of new jobs.
B. The taking over of the world by AI.
C. The decline of human creativity.
17. According to the man, what should be ensured in the use of AI
A. Cost-effectiveness.
B. Increased machine intelligence
C. Service to enhance society.
听下面一段独白，回答第18至第20题。
18. When did the speaker start volunteering
A. Three days ago. B. Three weeks ago. C. Three months ago.
19. What has the speaker gained from the volunteer work
A. A sharp eye to discover beauty.
B. A great sense of achievement.
C. An open mind to appreciate differences.
20. What is the author's main message about volunteering
A. It's challenging for some.
B. It's only for those with special skills.
C. It's easier to get into than you may think.
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Amsterdam, the Netherlands
With more bikes than people, the city is structured with cyclists in mind. Low speed limits in the city center reduce the impact of cars, while bike stands on public transport make it easy to travel long distances. Rental shops are everywhere. The terrain (地形) is famously flat and an online bike route planner makes navigation easy.
Berlin, Germany
With over 1,000 km of bike paths, the vast majority of which are protected lanes, it’s no wonder Berliners love to get around by bike. For travelers, the major sights are within easy reach on a bicycle. The “Call a Bike” share system allows you to simply lock the bike to any fixed object and call in a code to “return” it.
Tokyo, Japan
Despite being home to one of the most expansive public transit networks on the planet, Tokyo residents still cycle in large numbers. Though the extent of bike lanes is limited, safe drivers ease the tension between cars and cyclists. Unique automated underground bike parking garages provide a technological thrill whenever you need to store your ride.
Perth, Australia
A large chunk of Perth’s intelligent infrastructure (基础设施) is made up of bike paths, which allow commuters (通勤者) to get into and around their city with ease. There are free bike lockers and stands across the city. For visitors, numerous scenic routes line the coastline and the local Swan River. The best way to see Rottnest Island, a vehicle-free island park, is by bicycle.
1. What is special about Amsterdam
A. It has extensive bike paths. B. It encourages bike rentals.
C. It is known for its safe driving. D. It houses more bikes than people.
2. What do Berlin and Perth have in common
A. Both have bike-sharing systems. B. Both offer free bikes for tourists.
C. Both feature vehicle-free scenic spots. D. Both enable easy sightseeing by bike.
3. Where is the passage most likely taken from
A. A scientific research paper. B. A travel guide.
C. A history textbook. D. A sports magazine.
【答案】1. D 2. D 3. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了荷兰阿姆斯特丹、德国柏林、日本东京和澳大利亚珀斯四个城市的骑行优势和特色，为游客提供骑行相关信息。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据Amsterdam, the Netherlands部分中“With more bikes than people, the city is structured with cyclists in mind.(这座城市的自行车数量比人口还多，在城市规划时就考虑到了骑行者)”可知，阿姆斯特丹的特别之处在于它的自行车数量比人多。故选D项。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Berlin, Germany部分中“For travelers, the major sights are within easy reach on a bicycle.(对于游客来说，骑自行车很容易就能到达主要景点)”和Perth, Australia部分中“A large chunk of Perth’s intelligent infrastructure (基础设施) is made up of bike paths, which allow commuters (通勤者) to get into and around their city with ease.(珀斯的智能基础设施有很大一部分是由自行车道组成的，这使得通勤者可以轻松进出城市)”与“For visitors, numerous scenic routes line the coastline and the local Swan River. The best way to see Rottnest Island, a vehicle-free island park, is by bicycle.(对于游客来说，沿着海岸线和当地的天鹅河有许多风景优美的路线。游览罗特尼斯岛的最佳方式是骑自行车，这是一个无车岛公园)”可知，柏林和珀斯都能让游客轻松地骑自行车观光。故选D项。
【3题详解】
推理判断题。根据Amsterdam, the Netherlands部分中“Rental shops are everywhere. The terrain (地形) is famously flat and an online bike route planner makes navigation easy.(到处都是自行车租赁店。这里的地形以平坦著称，在线自行车路线规划器让导航变得容易)”，Berlin, Germany部分“For travelers, the major sights are within easy reach on a bicycle.(对于游客来说，骑自行车很容易就能到达主要景点)”，Tokyo, Japan部分中“Despite being home to one of the most expansive public transit networks on the planet, Tokyo residents still cycle in large numbers.(尽管东京拥有全球最庞大的公共交通网络之一，但东京居民仍然大量骑自行车)”，Perth, Australia部分中“For visitors, numerous scenic routes line the coastline and the local Swan River. The best way to see Rottnest Island, a vehicle free island park, is by bicycle.(对于游客来说，海岸线上和当地的天鹅河沿岸有许多风景优美的路线。参观罗特尼斯岛——一个无车的岛屿公园——的最佳方式是骑自行车)”可知，这些内容都围绕着四个城市适合游客骑行旅游展开，为游客提供相关信息，所以最有可能出自一本旅游指南。故选B项。
B
Have you ever heard of the term “seasonal color analysis” It is a personal styling tool that helps people find colors that match their natural features, such as skin tone, hair color and eye color. This method divides people into four categories — spring, summer, autumn and winter — each with a matching set of colors to help them look better.
The process was so complicated that it took me an entire weekend just to figure out which season I belong to. Finally the tool stated that I am a “summer person” and picked the “right” colors for my hair and clothes. But then came the next challenge: I spent nearly eight hours and over 2,000 yuan at the barbershop (理发店).
Beauty seems to be an increasingly time-consuming, expensive and exhausting effort. The term “fu meiyi” (服美役), or beauty duty, was even created to describe this phenomenon and has gained popularity on Chinese social media. Many people debate what should be considered part of beauty duty. Some argue that things like having long hair, wearing makeup, and spending money on fashion are unnecessary and that women should abandon these frivolities (无聊之事) to focus on building their wealth and status. Others believe that women buy clothes and makeup simply because they enjoy them, not because they are trying to be liked by men.
From my perspective, to some extent, we are all influenced by beauty duty because our views of beauty are inevitably (不可避免地) shaped by society’s unrealistic beauty standards. These ideas often promote a single, narrow definition of beauty that is difficult — if not impossible — for people to achieve.
Take me, for example. I love the color black, but according to seasonal color analysis, it doesn’t suit me. To appear more “beautiful”, I should give up wearing black and only wear light-colored clothing. This so-called beauty standard ignores personal preferences and limits self-expression. Furthermore, it dismisses the variety of beauty in the world. People come in all shapes, sizes and colors. True beauty should be about accepting and celebrating these differences, not forcing everyone to follow a single standard.
I believe people should be free to dress however they like, as long as it makes them happy. However, we must be aware of how beauty standards are created and imposed on us, shaping the way we present ourselves — often without us even realizing it.
4. What does seasonal color analysis help people determine
A. The colors that suit them best.
B. The most popular colors for each season.
C. Clothing styles based on their favorite colors.
D. Personality traits linked to color choices.
5. What does the author believe about beauty standards
A. They restrict self-improvement. B. They encourage social competition.
C. They should embrace diversity. D. They are based on wealth and status.
6. What does the author suggest people do
A. Avoid following fashion trends. B. Prioritize comfort over style.
C. Dress in a way that makes them happy. D. Be open to society’s beauty standards.
7. What is the best title of this passage
A. The Traps of Seasonal Color Analysis
B. Balancing Personal Preferences and Beauty Standards
C. Feeling Trapped in Beauty’s Cage
D. The Benefits of Embracing Beauty Standards
【答案】4. A 5. C 6. C 7. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇夹叙夹议文。文章以季节色彩分析为例，引出“服美役”现象，探讨了社会的审美标准对人们的影响，倡导人们遵循个人喜好追求美。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段中“Have you ever heard of the term “seasonal color analysis” It is a personal styling tool that helps people find colors that match their natural features, such as skin tone, hair color and eye color.(你听说过“季节性色彩分析”这个词吗？它是一种个人造型工具，帮助人们找到与他们的自然特征相匹配的颜色，如肤色、头发颜色和眼睛颜色)”可知，季节色彩分析能帮助人们确定最适合他们的颜色。故选A项。
【5题详解】
推理判断题。根据倒数第二段中“True beauty should be about accepting and celebrating these differences, not forcing everyone to follow a single standard.(真正的美应该是接受和赞美这些差异，而不是强迫每个人遵循单一的标准)”可知，作者认为真正的美是接受和赞美差异，而不是遵循单一的标准，即审美标准应该包容多样性。故选C项。
【6题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一段中“I believe people should be free to dress however they like, as long as it makes them happy.(我认为人们应该可以自由地穿他们喜欢的衣服，只要这能让他们开心)”可知，作者建议人们以让自己开心的方式穿衣。故选C项。
【7题详解】
主旨大意题。通读全文，结合倒数第二段中“Take me, for example. I love the color black, but according to seasonal color analysis, it doesn’t suit me. To appear more “beautiful”, I should give up wearing black and only wear light colored clothing. This so called beauty standard ignores personal preferences and limits self expression.(以我为例。我喜欢黑色，但根据季节色彩分析，它不适合我。为了显得更“漂亮”，我应该放弃穿黑色，只穿浅色衣服。这种所谓的审美标准忽视了个人喜好，限制了自我表达)”以及最后一段“I believe people should be free to dress however they like, as long as it makes them happy. However, we must be aware of how beauty standards are created and imposed on us, shaping the way we present ourselves — often without us even realizing it.(我认为人们应该可以自由地按照自己的喜好穿着，只要这能让他们开心。然而，我们必须意识到审美标准是如何产生并强加给我们的，它们塑造了我们展示自己的方式——而且往往我们甚至都没有意识到这一点)”可知，文章强调了要在个人喜好和社会审美标准之间找到平衡。故B项“Balancing Personal Preferences and Beauty Standards(平衡个人喜好和审美标准)”能概括文章内容，最适合做文章标题。故选B项。
C
DeepSeek-R1, the latest open-source AI model developed by Chinese company DeepSeek, has surprised the world recently. It has performed as well as leading models from US-based OpenAI in tasks such as math, programming, and natural language reasoning. However, it achieves these great results at a much lower cost and with less computing power.
DeepSeek’s success shows how Chinese tech companies are working to make progress in large language models, or LLMs, and encouraging the use of generative AI technologies in many industries.
China is now home to more than one-third of the world’s LLMs, the second-largest after the US, according to the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology. Pan Helin, a member of the Expert Committee for Information and Communication Economy, said China’s breakthroughs in LLMs are “based on low costs, high performance and open-source features despite facing limited access to advanced chips”.
Open-source LLMs are crucial because they make AI development easier to access, reduce computing costs and help spread advanced technology across different industries, said Wu Yongming, CEO of Alibaba Group. Alibaba Cloud, the cloud computing branch of Alibaba Group, recently introduced its latest AI model, Qwen 2.5-Max. The company said it has improved abilities in math and programming and has done better than other leading models, like OpenAI’s GPT-4o and DeepSeek’s V3 model. US computer scientists have developed a new reasoning model trained for less than $50 (about 363 yuan) with the help of Alibaba’s open-source technology. Other companies like Baidu have also allowed developers to use their models.
Wang Peng, a research fellow at the Beijing Academy of Social Sciences, said China’s major strengths in developing AI models lie in its large data resources and varied application scenarios (场景).
For example, Alibaba Cloud Intelligence is dedicated to investing (投资) in advanced AI tools to help many industries adopt AI technologies, said Zhou Jingren, its chief technology officer. At present, more than 300,000 businesses have access to Alibaba’s LLMs, which have a broad range of uses in fields like software development, drug research, space exploration and manufacturing (制造业).
Moreover, China’s open and welcoming attitude helps the global AI industry grow and advance together, said Zhu Keli, founding director of the China Institute of New Economy. Zhu believes technological progress is unstoppable, and working together with other countries is an important way to support the development of AI technology.
8. What is the unique feature of DeepSeek-R1
A. It is developed by a US-based company.
B. It outperforms all other models in math and programming.
C. It achieves good results with less cost and computing power.
D. It is the first open-source AI model in the world.
9. According to the passage, what are the advantages of open-source LLMs
A. They make AI development more accessible, reduce costs and spread technology.
B. They increase computing costs but spread technology faster.
C. They make AI development more difficult but more reliable.
D. They limit the use of advanced technology in different industries.
10. What does the underlined word “dedicated” in paragraph 6 mean
A. opposed. B. committed. C. addicted. D. limited.
11. What is the author’s attitude towards China’s progress in developing large language models (LLMs)
A. Neutral. B. Critical. C. Positive. D. Skeptical.
【答案】8. C 9. A 10. B 11. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了中国科技公司在大语言模型（LLMs）领域取得的进展，如DeepSeek-R1、阿里云Qwen 2.5 Max等，还阐述了开源LLMs的优势和中国发展AI模型的优势。
【8题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段中“It has performed as well as leading models from US based OpenAI in tasks such as math, programming, and natural language reasoning. However, it achieves these great results at a much lower cost and with less computing power.(它在数学、编程和自然语言推理等任务中表现得和美国OpenAI的领先模型一样好。然而，它以低得多的成本和更少的计算能力取得了这些优异的成果)”可知，DeepSeek-R1的独特之处在于它以较少的成本和计算能力取得了好的结果。故选C项。
【9题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段中“Open source LLMs are crucial because they make AI development easier to access, reduce computing costs and help spread advanced technology across different industries(开源大语言模型至关重要，因为它们使人工智能开发更容易获取，降低计算成本，并有助于在不同行业传播先进技术)”可知，开源大语言模型的优势是使人工智能开发更易获取、降低成本和传播技术。故选A项。
【10题详解】
词句猜测题。根据划线词所在句“For example, Alibaba Cloud Intelligence is dedicated to investing (投资) in advanced AI tools to help many industries adopt AI technologies(例如：阿里云智能……投资先进的人工智能工具，以帮助许多行业采用人工智能技术)”和后文“At present, more than 300,000 businesses have access to Alibaba’s LLMs, which have a broad range of uses in fields like software development, drug research, space exploration and manufacturing (制造业). (目前，超过30万家企业有机会使用阿里巴巴的大语言模型，它在软件开发、药物研究、太空探索和制造业等领域有着广泛的用途)”可推知，阿里云智能致力于投资先进AI工具并给许多行业提供了帮助。由此推知，划线词dedicated的意思是“致力于”，与“committed”意思相近。故选B项。
【11题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段中“DeepSeek’s success shows how Chinese tech companies are working to make progress in large language models, or LLMs, and encouraging the use of generative AI technologies in many industries.(DeepSeek的成功展示了中国科技公司如何努力在大语言模型(LLMs)方面取得进展，并鼓励在许多行业中使用生成式人工智能技术)”以及最后一段“Moreover, China’s open and welcoming attitude helps the global AI industry grow and advance together(此外，中国开放和包容的态度有助于全球人工智能行业共同成长和进步)”可知，作者对中国在开发大语言模型方面的进展持积极态度。故选C项。
D
Despite the fact that parrots are well known for their long lives and complex cognition (认知) it remains unknown whether the two traits (特征) have influenced each other.
“The problem has been sourcing good quality data,” said Simeon Smeele, a doctoral student at the Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior (MPI-AB) and lead author of a study published in Proceedings of the Royal Society B that tried to solve this question.
Scientists from the MPI-AB and the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology (MPI-EvA) teamed up with Species360 to compile data from over 130,000 individual parrots sourced from over 1,000 zoos to find the average life span of 217 parrot species.
The analysis revealed an astonishing diversity in life expectancy, ranging from an average of two years for the fig parrot up to an average of 30 years for the scarlet macaw.
Next, the team tried to determine whether or not parrots’ renowned cognitive abilities had any influence on their longevity. Their results support the theory that increased brain size has enabled longer lifespans. Because brain size relative to body size can be an indicator of intelligence, the findings suggested that the parrots with larger brains were able to survive for longer in the wild.
The scientists were surprised that factors such as diet, or the greater developmental time required to develop larger brains, did not lead to longer average lifespans. “We would have expected the developmental path to play a more important role because in primates it is this developmental cost that explains the link between brain size and longevity,” said Smeele.
In the future, the team plan to explore if sociality and cultural learning in parrots might have also contributed to long lifespans. Smeele said: “Large-brained birds might spend more time socially learning foraging (觅食) techniques that have been around for multiple generations. This increased learning period could potentially also explain the longer life spans, as it takes more time but also makes the foraging repertoire (全部技能) more adaptive.”
12. What did the study aim to find out about parrots
A. The diversity in their life expectancies.
B. The factors that influence their intelligence.
C. The traits that help them survive in the wild.
D. The link between their cognition and life spans.
13. How did the researchers carry out their study
A. By surveying over 1,000 zoos. B. By examining parrots’ brains.
C. By analyzing the collected data. D. By observing parrots’ behavior.
14. Which is a possible cause of parrots’ longevity
A. Their diet. B. Their body size.
C. Their larger brains. D. Their brains development time.
15. What is the last paragraph mainly about
A. Supporting evidence for the research results.
B. Potential applications of the research findings.
C. A further explanation of the research methods.
D. Further research based on current findings.
【答案】12. D 13. C 14. C 15. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讨论了关于鹦鹉寿命和认知能力之间的关系。研究人员借助数据分析发现，鹦鹉的寿命存在着巨大的多样性，大脑大小与寿命之间存在着正相关关系。然而，饮食和大脑发育时间等因素并没有对鹦鹉的寿命产生显著影响。未来，研究人员计划探索社群性和文化学习对鹦鹉寿命的影响。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段中“Despite the fact that parrots are well known for their long lives and complex cognition (认知), it remains unknown whether the two traits (特征) have influenced each other. (尽管鹦鹉以长寿和复杂的认知能力而闻名，但这两种特征是否相互影响仍不清楚。)”和第二段““The problem has been sourcing good quality data,” said Simeon Smeele, a doctoral student at the Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior (MPI-AB) and lead author of a study published in Proceedings of the Royal Society B that tried to solve this question.(马克斯·普朗克动物行为研究所(MPI-AB)的博士生西蒙·斯梅尔(Simeon Smeele)说:“问题在于如何获取高质量的数据。”他在《英国皇家学会学报B》(Proceedings of The Royal Society B)上发表了一项研究，试图解决这个问题。)”可知，尽管鹦鹉以长寿和复杂的认知能力而闻名，但这两种特征是否相互影响仍不清楚，因此该研究的目的是弄清楚鹦鹉的认知和寿命之间的联系。故选D。
【13题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段中“Scientists from the MPI-AB and the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology (MPI-EvA) teamed up with Species360 to compile data from over 130,000 individual parrots sourced from over 1,000 zoos to find the average life span of 217 parrot species. (MPI-AB和马克斯·普朗克进化人类学研究所的科学家与物种360合作，从1000多家动物园的130000多只鹦鹉个体中收集数据，以找出217种鹦鹉的平均寿命。)”可知，研究者们通过分析所收集的数据的方式来实施研究。故选C。
【14题详解】
推理判断题。根据倒数第三段中“Because brain size relative to body size can be an indicator of intelligence, the findings suggested that the parrots with larger brains were able to survive for longer in the wild. (因为相对于身体大小的大脑大小可以作为智力的一个指标，研究结果表明，大脑较大的鹦鹉能够在野外生存更长时间。)”可知，大脑较大的鹦鹉能够在野外生存更长时间即更大的大脑可能是鹦鹉长寿的原因之一。故选C。
【15题详解】
主旨大意题。根据最后一段中“In the future, the team plan to explore if sociality and cultural learning in parrots might have also contributed to long lifespans. (未来，研究小组计划探索鹦鹉的社会性和文化学习是否也可能有助于延长寿命。)”可知，未来研究小组将在现有研究的基础上，探索鹦鹉的社会性和文化学习是否也有助于延长寿命，即基于当前发现的进一步研究。故选D。
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能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Achieving Success: The Right Mindset
In the journey of achieving success, having the right attitude is crucial. High-achievers often possess a unique way of thinking. They seem to believe they can conquer any challenge that comes their way. ____16____ Let’s take a closer look, based on Quinlan’s experience, a high-achieving individual.
Fearlessness in the Face of Failure
High-achievers aren’t discouraged by the fear of the unknown. They view new situations as opportunities. Facing new work projects or tough academic tasks, they don’t back down. With unwavering self-belief, they approach tasks thinking “How hard can this be ” and assume they can handle big challenges. This self-confidence gives them the initial push to start any tasks. ____17____ They are well-aware of potential difficulties. “I don’t think I ever thought twice about failing,” says Quinlan. This fearless attitude allows them to take risks and step out of their comfort zones.
The Power of Self-Confidence
____18____ It serves as the foundation of their approach to any new enterprise. Their self-assured mindset enables them to initiate projects with enthusiasm, believing that they have the ability to overcome whatever obstacles lie ahead.
____19____
Despite their self-confidence successful people are humble enough to recognize their limitations. Quinlan adds, “you have to be humble enough to know what kind of help you need, to get where you want to go.” When she joined a writers group, even though she had run an ad agency, she realized she could learn from those who had successfully published books. They are willing to put themselves in uncomfortable situations to grow. It was like starting from scratch, being in first grade again. ____20____
In conclusion, achieving success requires a combination of the qualities above. High-achievers understand that being uncomfortable is part of the process. By believing in themselves, not fearing failure, and being open to learning, they can reach new heights.
A. Seeking Perfection
B. Embracing Humility
C. Overcoming Setbacks Alone
D. But what exactly are the elements that contribute to their success
E. This humility helps them acquire the knowledge and skills they lack.
F. Nevertheless, their self-assurance doesn’t translate into over-confidence.
G. This confidence is what drives them to attempt seemingly impossible tasks.
【答案】16. D 17. F 18. G 19. B 20. E
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了取得成功所需的正确心态。
【16题详解】
上文“High achievers often possess a unique way of thinking. They seem to believe they can conquer any challenge that comes their way. (高成就者通常拥有独特的思维方式。他们似乎相信自己能战胜任何迎面而来的挑战。)”描述了高成就者的思维特点，D选项“But what exactly are the elements that contribute to their success (但究竟是什么因素促成了他们的成功呢？)”提出问题，引出下文基于Quinlan的经历对促成成功因素的探讨，上下文衔接自然。故选D项。
【17题详解】
上文“This self confidence gives them the initial push to start any tasks. (这种自信给了他们开始任何任务的最初动力。)”强调了自信的作用，F选项“Nevertheless, their self-assurance doesn’t translate into over confidence. (然而，他们的自信并不意味着过度自信。)”进行转折，引出下文“They are well-aware of potential difficulties. (他们很清楚潜在的困难。)”他们对潜在困难的认识，上下文逻辑关系紧密。故选F项。
【18题详解】
小标题“The Power of Self-Confidence (自信的力量)”提出自信，G选项“This confidence is what drives them to attempt seemingly impossible tasks. (这种自信驱使他们去尝试看似不可能的任务。)”阐述了自信的重要作用，强调自信推动他们去挑战高难度任务，与本段主题一致。故选G项。
【19题详解】
下文“Despite their self confidence, successful people are humble enough to recognize their limitations. (尽管他们很自信，但成功人士足够谦逊，能够认识到自己的局限性)”点明了成功人士谦逊的特点，B选项“Embracing Humility (拥抱谦逊)”作为小标题，准确概括了这一部分的内容。故选B项。
【20题详解】
上文“When she joined a writers group, even though she had run an ad agency, she realized she could learn from those who had successfully published books. They are willing to put themselves in uncomfortable situations to grow. (当她加入一个作家小组时，尽管她经营过一家广告公司，但她意识到自己可以向那些成功出版过书籍的人学习。他们愿意让自己处于不舒服的境地来成长。)”说明了成功人士谦逊学习的例子，E选项“This humility helps them acquire the knowledge and skills they lack. (这种谦逊帮助他们获得自己缺乏的知识和技能。)”总结了谦逊的作用，与上文内容逻辑连贯。故选E项。
第二部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
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。
Monica Brzoska, 32, and Jorrell Conley, 36, are not ordinary school teachers. ____21____ saving for retirement like most people, they sold nearly all their belongings and set sail on a life-changing adventure. Their story has ____22____ thousands, proving that dreams can come true with careful planning and a brave heart.
The couple first fell in love with cruises during a trip to Mexico and Grand Cayman almost ten years ago. “Watching the sunset over the Caribbean Sea felt like a dream,” Monica ____23____. Since then, they became ____24____ Carnival Cruise passengers, accumulating special benefits and ____25____. These experiences planted a seed: What if they could turn temporary vacations into a ____26____ lifestyle
In 2023, Monica’s father’s illness became a ____27____ point. The couple realized life was ____28____ and decided to act immediately. After their latest cruise (乘船游), they asked a brave question, “Why not keep traveling as long as we can afford it ”
____29____ their plan sounded risky, the numbers made sense. By choosing the cheapest cabins and using pandemic savings, they could book 8 months of cruises for $16,000. Meanwhile, _____30_____ their home provided extra income each month for unexpected expenses.
“Cruises often start and end at the same ports,” Jorrell explained. “This allows us to _____31_____ ships easily or fly to new destinations.” Their schedule balances adventure with responsibility: they continue _____32_____ online, using time zone differences to tutor students while exploring the world.
Their story spreads a powerful _____33_____: dreams don’t require perfect timing. “Life is like a cruise route — filled with unexpected stops and beautiful views,” Monica said. With a combination of courage and practicality, they’ve shown that it’s possible to achieve the goal _____34_____ happiness without sacrificing durability.
Now, as their ship sails toward new _____35_____, Monica and Jorrell’s journey encourages others to reimagine their own lives. After all, as their story proves, sometimes the greatest adventures begin with a single, daring decision.
21. A. Due to B. Instead of C. Regardless of D. Other than
22. A. inspired B. bothered C. boosted D. convinced
23. A. recalled B. exclaimed C. announced D. imagined
24. A. common B. occasional C. punctual D. regular
25. A. advantages B. discounts C. offers D. privileges
26. A. ambitious B. supreme C. permanent D. graceful
27. A. finishing B. starting C. turning D. crossing
28. A. unpredictable B. unacceptable C. unreliable D. unbearable
29. A. When B. While C. As D. Once
30. A. picking out B. keeping out C. crossing out D. renting out
31. A. board B. sail C. load D. switch
32. A. trading B. teaching C. chatting D. surfing
33. A. message B. information C. news D. signal
34. A. in place of B. in honor of C. in pursuit of D. in support of
35. A. islands B. continents C. horizons D. harbors
【答案】21. B 22. A 23. A 24. D 25. D 26. C 27. C 28. A 29. B 30. D 31. D 32. B 33. A 34. C 35. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了一对教师夫妇卖掉大部分财产开启邮轮生活的冒险故事，他们的经历激励着他人勇敢追梦。
【21题详解】
考查介词短语辨析。句意：他们没有像大多数人那样为退休存钱，而是卖掉了几乎所有的财产，开启了一场改变人生的冒险。A. Due to由于；B. Instead of而不是；C. Regardless of不管，不顾；D. Other than除了。根据后文“they sold nearly all their belongings and set sail on a life changing adventure”可知，他们的做法与大多数人不同，他们卖掉了几乎所有的财产去冒险而不是为退休攒钱。故选B项。
【22题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：他们的故事激励了成千上万的人，证明了只要精心规划、勇敢前行，梦想就可以成真。A. inspired激励；B. bothered打扰；C. boosted促进；D. convinced说服。后文“proving that dreams can come true with careful planning and a brave heart”表明他们的故事对人们起到了积极的鼓舞作用，让人们相信梦想可实现，所以是激励了成千上万的人。故选A项。
【23题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：“看着加勒比海上的日落就像一场梦，”莫妮卡回忆道。A. recalled回忆；B. exclaimed惊叫；C. announced宣布；D. imagined想象。前文“The couple first fell in love with cruises during a trip to Mexico and Grand Cayman almost ten years ago.”说明这是过去的经历，所以莫妮卡是在回忆当时看日落的感受。故选A项。
【24题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：从那时起，他们成了嘉年华邮轮的常客，积累了特殊福利和优惠。A. common普通的；B. occasional偶尔的；C. punctual准时的；D. regular经常的，经常做某事的。后文“accumulating special benefits”说明他们经常乘坐邮轮，因为只有常客才会积累福利，所以他们是乘坐游轮的常客。故选D项。
【25题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：从那时起，他们成了嘉年华邮轮的常客，积累了特殊福利和优惠待遇。A. advantages优势；B. discounts折扣；C. offers提议；D. privileges特权，优惠待遇。根据上文“accumulating special benefits”以及结合生活常识可知，对于邮轮的常客来说，通常会得到一些优惠待遇。故选D项。
【26题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：这些经历种下了一颗种子：如果他们能把临时的假期变成一种永久的生活方式呢？A. ambitious有雄心的；B. supreme最高的，至高无上的；C. permanent永久的；D. graceful优雅的。根据前文“turn temporary vacations into”，与“临时”相对的是“永久”，所以他们是想把临时度假变为永久的生活方式。故选C项。
【27题详解】
考查（动）名词词义辨析。句意：2023年，莫妮卡父亲的生病成了一个转折点。A. finishing结束；B. starting开始；C. turning拐弯处；D. crossing十字路口，交叉点。后文“The couple realized life was ___8___ and decided to act immediately.”说明父亲生病这件事让他们的想法和行动有了转变，是人生的一个转折点，turning point“转折点”符合语境。故选C项。
【28题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：这对夫妇意识到生活是不可预测的，于是决定立即行动。A. unpredictable不可预测的；B. unacceptable不可接受的；C. unreliable不可靠的；D. unbearable难以忍受的。因为前文提到“Monica’s father’s illness”，生病这种突发情况让他们感受到生活充满不确定性，难以预测。故选A项。
【29题详解】
考查连词词义辨析。句意：虽然他们的计划听起来有风险，但从数字上看是可行的。A. When当……时候；B. While虽然，当……时候；C. As因为，当……时候；D. Once一旦……就。前文“their plan sounded risky”和后文“the numbers made sense”之间是让步关系，while有“虽然”的意思，能体现这种逻辑。故选B项。
【30题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：与此同时，出租他们的房子每月能提供额外的收入，以应对意外开支。A. picking out挑选出；B. keeping out(使)不进入；C. crossing out删掉；D. renting out出租。后文“provided extra income each month for unexpected expenses”说明是通过某种方式从房子获取了金钱，结合选项，出租房子可以获得收入。故选D项。
31题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：“邮轮通常在同一个港口起航和结束，”乔雷尔解释道。“这让我们可以轻松地换乘船只或飞往新的目的地。”A. board上船（或火车、飞机、公共汽车等）；B. sail航行；C. load装载；D. switch转换。根据前文“Cruises often start and end at the same ports”以及空后“ships easily or fly to new destinations”可知，此处子在同一港口就有条件轻松地从一艘船换到另一艘船，也就是“switch”船只。故选D项。
【32题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：他们的日程安排在冒险和责任之间取得了平衡：他们继续在线教学，利用时区差异在探索世界的同时辅导学生。A. trading交易；B. teaching教学；C. chatting聊天；D. surfing冲浪。前文“Monica Brzoska, 32, and Jorrell Conley, 36, are not ordinary school teachers.”表明他们的职业是教师，结合后文“to tutor students while exploring the world.”可知，这里继续做的事是“在线教学”。故选B项。
【33题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：他们故事传递了一个有力的信息：梦想不需要完美的时机。A. message信息；B. information消息，资料；C. news新闻；D. signal信号。后文“dreams don’t require perfect timing”是他们故事所传达的核心内容，传递了关于梦想不需要完美的时机这一信息。故选A项。
【34题详解】
考查介词短语辨析。句意：凭借勇气和务实的结合，他们表明在追求幸福的同时不牺牲生活的稳定性是有可能实现目标的。A. in place of代替；B. in honor of为了纪念；C. in pursuit of追求；D. in support of支持。根据后文“happiness”，结合语境，他们开启冒险生活是为了“追求”幸福，介词短语“in pursuit of”符合文意。故选C项。
【35题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：现在，随着他们的船驶向新的地平线，莫妮卡和乔雷尔的旅程鼓励着其他人重新想象自己的生活。A. islands岛屿；B. continents大陆；C. horizons地平线；D. harbors港口。“sail toward new horizons”是一种形象的表达，象征着他们的旅程朝着新的方向、新的可能性前进，寓意开启新的人生阶段，鼓励他人重新想象生活。故选C项。
第二节(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
China has a rich collection of cultural relics, which serve as a witness to its long and glorious history. However, many of these relics ____36____ (damage) over time due to natural disasters, wars, or improper preservation. Restoring these precious artifacts is of utmost importance. The process of restoration demands ____37____ high level of skill and precision. Experts first need to acknowledge the current condition of the relics, analyzing factors like material ____38____ (stable). They take on the ____39____ (assume) of carefully cleaning, mending, and reconstructing the damaged parts.
____40____ makes restoration challenging is relying on limited historical records and ____41____ (divide) evidence. To restore a broken ancient porcelain vase, restorers might ____42____ (painstaking) piece together fragments, spending days or even weeks to ensure a perfect fit. Restorers must ensure the new parts are identical in appearance and quality ____43____ the original ones. This not only helps preserve the historical and artistic value of the relics but also allows future generations to appreciate China's splendid past.
The restoration of Chinese cultural relics is a significant task that combines art and science, ____44____ (ensure) the continuity of our cultural heritage. China has established numerous _____45_____ (memory) museums across the country, where these precious cultural relics are exhibited, allowing the public to have a closer look at the nation's rich heritage.
【答案】36. have been damaged
37. a 38. stability
39. assumption
40. What 41. divided
42. painstakingly
43. to##with
44. ensuing
45. memorable
【解析】
【导语】本文为一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了中国的许多文化遗迹随着时间的流逝被破坏了，并介绍了修复这些文化遗迹的重要性和困难。
【36题详解】
考查时态。句意：然而，随着时间的流逝，这些遗迹中的很多都因为自然灾害、战争和不恰当的保护被破坏了。此处作谓语动词，主语为many of these relics，为复数，主语与damage之间为被动关系，且根据时间状语over time可知，此处应用现在完成时，故填have been damaged。
【37题详解】
考查冠词。句意：修复的过程需要高超的技艺和精准度。此处意为“高超的技艺和精准度”，表达为a high level of…，表泛指，且high的读音以辅音音素开头，故填a。
【38题详解】
考查名词。句意：专家需要承认遗迹的现状，分析材料稳定性这一类的因素。此处作宾语，故应用不可数名词“stability稳定性”，故填stability。
【39题详解】
考查名词。句意：他们假设仔细清洁、修补和重建损坏部件。此处作宾语，故应用不可数名词“assumption假设，假定”，故填assumption。
【40题详解】
考查名词性从句。句意：让修复工作充满挑战性的是依赖有限的历史记录和分裂的证据。此处引导主语从句，从句中缺少主语，且意思为“……的事”，故应用what引导，故填What。
【41题详解】
考查形容词。句意：同上。此处修饰名词evidence，故应用形容词“divided分裂的”作定语，故填divided。
【42题详解】
考查副词。句意：为了修复一个破碎的古瓷瓶，修复者可能会煞费苦心地将碎片拼凑在一起，花费数天甚至数周的时间来确保完美吻合。此处修饰动词短语piece together，故应用副词“painstakingly费力地，煞费苦心地”作状语，故填painstakingly。
【43题详解】
考查介词。句意：修复者必须确保新的部分在外观和质量上与原来的一模一样。此处意为“与……完全相同”，表达为be identical to/with，故填to/with。
【44题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：中国文化遗迹的修复是一个重要的任务，它结合了艺术和科学，确保了我们文化遗迹的传承。此处作状语，主语The restoration与ensure之间为主动关系，故应用现在分词作状语，故填ensuring。
【45题详解】
考查形容词。句意：中国已经在全国建立了大量的纪念博物馆，珍贵的文化遗迹在这些博物馆里展出，让公众能近距离地观看国家丰富的遗产。此处作定语，修饰名词museums，故应用形容词“memorable纪念的”，故填memorable。
第四部分：写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节：应用文写作(满分15分)
46. 假设你是李华，你的英国朋友Tom对中国传统文化很感兴趣。请你写一封邮件，邀请他参加你校举办的“传统文化体验日”活动。内容需包含活动时间、主要内容(如汉服展示、茶艺体验、传统手工艺等)，并说明活动意义。
注意：
(1)词数80词左右；
(2)可以适当增加细节，使内容充实、行文连贯。
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【答案】Dear Tom,
I hope this email finds you well and thriving. Given your fondness for Chinese traditional culture, I’m writing to invite you to participate in a “Traditional Culture Experience Day” organized by our school.
The Traditional Culture Experience Day is scheduled for next Saturday, April 17th, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on our school campus. The day is packed with activities designed to immerse participants in the rich tapestry of our heritage, such as Hanfu Fashion Show, Tea Ceremony Experience and Traditional Handicraft Workshops, all of which will give you a visual feast as well as a hands-on experience. This event is meaningful as it not only celebrates our cultural heritage but also fosters cross-cultural understanding and appreciation.
Looking forward to your positive response and hoping you can join us for this cultural day!
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达为一篇应用文。要求学生写一封邀请信，邀请英国朋友Tom参加学校举办的“传统文化体验日”活动。
【详解】1.词汇积累：
考虑到：given→considering/in view of
期待：look forward to→anticipate
理解：understanding→insight
充满：be packed with→be full of/be filled with
2.句式拓展：
同义句替换
原句：The Traditional Culture Experience Day is scheduled for next Saturday, April 17th, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on our school campus.
拓展句：The Traditional Culture Experience Day is scheduled for next Saturday, April 17th, lasting seven hours from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on our school campus.
【点睛】【高分句型1】The day is packed with activities designed to immerse participants in the rich tapestry of our heritage, such as Hanfu Fashion Show, Tea Ceremony Experience and Traditional Handicraft Workshops, all of which will give you not only a visual feast but also a hands-on experience.(运用了过去分词作定语和介词+which引导定语从句。)
【高分句型2】Given your fondness for Chinese traditional culture, I’m writing to invite you to participate in a “Traditional Culture Experience Day” organized by our school.(运用了过去分词作定语。)
第二节：读后续写(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。
Last semester, a new classmate named Lily transferred to our school. Hailing from a small town, she had a distinct accent when speaking English, which initially made some of us secretly laugh at her. She seemed like a fish out of water in our big city school.
At first, Lily was keenly aware of the giggles and whispers behind her. She would turn red with embarrassment whenever she mispronounced a word in class and heard the gentle laughs from her classmates. There were times when she would keep silent during group discussions, not because she had nothing to say, but because she was afraid of being laughed at again due to her accent. However, instead of letting the mockery beat her, these experiences became the fuel for her determination. She shared with me one day, her eyes showing a blend of pain and firmness, “In my hometown, English teaching resources were scarce. But I have always been attracted to the language. I watched English movies and TV programs, dreaming of speaking as smoothly as the characters. Here, I thought I could finally make this dream a reality, but I didn’t anticipate the teasing. Yet, this just makes me more resolute. I want to prove to everyone that an accent can’t determine my ability to master the language.”
One day, an English speech contest was announced. To everyone’s astonishment, Lily signed up. She came to me with a determined look and said, “I’ve always dreamed of speaking English well, and this is my chance to prove myself. I know it will be an uphill battle, but I’m fully prepared to put in the hard work.”
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。
From that day on, she devoted herself wholeheartedly to preparing for the contest.
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Finally, the day of the contest arrived.
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【答案】 From that day on, she devoted herself wholeheartedly to preparing for the contest. She spent countless hours in the school library, poring over books on public speaking and collecting materials for her speech. Every day after school, she would find an empty corner in the campus and practice speaking aloud. She recorded her own voice and listened to it repeatedly, trying to correct every tiny flaw in her pronunciation. She also asked me to be her audience, and she would patiently accept my suggestions and make improvements. Her perseverance and dedication were truly inspiring, and gradually, I could see a significant improvement in her English skills.
Finally, the day of the contest arrived. Lily walked onto the stage with a calm and confident look. Her voice was clear and resonant as she began her speech. Although her accent was still there, it no longer seemed like a shortcoming but rather a unique feature that added a special charm to her speech. The audience was deeply moved by her story of struggle and determination. When she finished her speech, the whole hall burst into thunderous applause. In the end, she won the first prize. Her success not only proved her own ability but also made us realize that we should never judge others by their accents or origins. We all learned a valuable lesson from her.
【解析】
【导语】本文人物为线索展开，讲述新同学Lily来自小镇，英语有口音遭同学嘲笑，但她未被打倒，得知英语演讲比赛后决定报名参赛，想证明自己。
【详解】1. 段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“从那天起，她全身心地投入到比赛的准备中。”可知，第一段可描述Lily为比赛做准备的具体行动，展现她的努力和坚持，故事走向是她不断提升自己的英语演讲能力。
②由第二段首句内容“最后，比赛的日子到了。”可知，第二段可描述比赛时Lily的表现，以及最终的结果，体现她通过努力获得成功。
2. 续写线索：全心准备比赛——比赛当天表现——赢得一等奖——大家获得启示
3. 词汇激活：
行为类
①走上：walk onto/step onto
②开始：begin/start
③完成：finish/complete
情绪类
①耐心地：patiently/with patience
②感动：moved/touched
【点睛】【高分句型1】She spent countless hours in the school library, poring over books on public speaking and collecting materials for her speech. (运用了现在分词作伴随状语)
【高分句型2】Although her accent was still there, it no longer seemed like a shortcoming but rather a unique feature that added a special charm to her speech. (运用了从属连词although引导让步状语从句和关系代词that引导的限制性定语从句)
【高分句型3】Her success not only proved her own ability but also made us realize that we should never judge others by their accents or origins. (运用了not only...but also...结构和连接词that引导的宾语从句)
