安徽省铜陵市2024-2025学年高二下学期3月月考英语试题（含答案）
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铜陵市2024-2025学年度第二学期3月考试
高二年级英语试卷
考试时间：120分钟 满分：150分
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
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. What are the speakers going to do on Wednesday
A. Visit a zoo. B. Enjoy an exhibition. C. Do research on animals.
2. How much will the man pay for the tickets
A. $10. B. $20. C. $30.
3. What will the man probably do
A. Go to the post office. B. Check the mail rate. C. Fly to Hong Kong.
4. Where is the computer
A. In the study. B. In Mike’s bedroom. C. In the sitting room.
5. What are the speakers talking about
A The electricity bill. B. The rent for a room. C. The furniture.
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. What can we learn about the Sports Shop
A. It’s an old store.
B. It’s beside the Manulife Building.
C. It has a sales promotion at present.
7. Where is the Manning Building
A. Opposite a hospital. B. On the Long Street. C. Beside a hotel.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. Why will the flight to New York be delayed
A. There is a safety warning.
B. The weather condition is bad.
C. There is something wrong with the engine.
9. What is the man going to do
A. Go to meet the customers by train.
B. Ask the customers to come over.
C. Set a later time for the meeting.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. Where is the waterfall
A. in Waleria Park. B. In Galina Park. C. In National Park.
11. When can people visit the waterfall
A. In April. B. In February. C. In January.
12. How high is the waterfall
A 10 meters. B. 28 meters. C. 42 meters.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. What advice does Sean give students taking a year out
A. Spare some time for studying.
B. Choose work useful for the future job.
C. Decide the university course in advance.
14. What does Sean think students who want to travel abroad should do
A. Save enough money in advance.
B. Have a medical examination.
C. Research the living cost.
15. What does Sean suggest students who want to work abroad do
A. Ignore home country’s interviews.
B. Settle in a holiday camp first.
C. Find a job before going.
16. What does Sean think of working abroad
A. It is difficult. B. It is an easy choice. C. It offers better working conditions.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. Where does the talk probably take place
A. In a lab. B. In a store. C. In a computer room.
18. Who are the listeners of this talk
A. New computer users. B. Skilled typists. C. Computer salespeople.
19. What is needed for the course
A. Teaching experience. B. Typing skills. C. Writing abilities.
20. What will the listeners do next
A. Check the keyboard. B. Practice typing a text. C. Get a typewriter.
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
To offer you a guide to the can’t-miss exhibitions of the season, we’ve put together a list of the highlights.
“Eyes of the Storm” at Brooklyn Museum
It’s about one of the most popular bands in the world. Its rise to global fame (名气) has been covered widely, but never before has the public gotten such a close look at what it was like on the inside as with Eyes of the Storm, an exhibition based on a book of the same title featuring over 250 unpublished pictures of its founding member. The exhibit lasts from May 3 to August 18.
“Cindy Sherman” at Hauser & Wirth
On January 18, Hauser & Wirth’s downtown location in New York City will feature a show celebrating artist Cindy Sherman’s 30 brand-new works. The area is particularly special for her — her “Untitled Film Stills” debuted (首次亮相) in SoHo’s Artists Space during the late 1970s, kick-starting her decades-long career.
“Crafting Modernity” at the Museum of Modern Art
Featuring more than 300 pieces, including ceramics, textiles, furniture and posters, the exhibition aims to demonstrate how Latin American designers combined their local traditions and creativity to make objects that are reflective of their cultures. The exhibit is on view from March 8 to September 22.
“Don’t Touch My Hair” at Hannah Traore Gallery
Opening on June 6, it is all about hair: its place in society, the way it’s represented in pop culture, and its significance to individuals. Through the eyes of 18 artists, body hair, hair tools, objects made with hair, and representations of hair are shown in paintings, photographs, and sculptures.
1. What does “Eyes of the Storm” feature
A. Personal photos not made public. B. Founding members of a band.
C. The hidden history of a great band. D. A book written by a band member.
2. What can be learned about “Cindy Sherman”
A. It is an event that will last decades. B. It is similar to “Untitled Film Stills”.
C. It is held where the artist’s career began. D. It is to celebrate the artist’s 30-year work.
3. What do the last two exhibits have in common
A. They break with tradition. B. They cover diverse art forms.
C. They take place in summer. D. They reflect cultural exchanges.
B
My son used to play every team sport he could. Sometime around sixth grade, he noticed he wasn’t so good at most team sports he played, and he went from a boy who loved being with his friends and playing baseball or basketball for the love of it, to a very self-conscious child who felt like he didn’t measure up. It wasn’t long before he stopped joining any teams.
Of course, I encouraged him to be active, and tried to make him see the importance of still doing things he loved even if he wasn’t great. I had always thought my kid would be involved in organized team sports through high school. And I’m glad I didn’t push him.
It wasn’t long before he started showing an interest in biking, so I helped him sign up for a bike-building course, which was more exciting for him than hitting a home run. He goes to work with his father during school vacations and during the weekends and is learning the plumbing (管道系统) trade. He isn’t winning awards, he doesn’t get credit or recognition, and colleges won’t look at biking and plumbing the way they would if he were a talented basketball player, but I don’t care and neither does he. When our kids are in their element, that’s all that matters.
My son is much happier when he bikes with his father, than he would be if I forced him to be on the basketball court and that’s what our kids will keep; that’s how they will figure out who they are. It’s okay if what excites them doesn’t match common expectations or can’t be measured by the score. And as parents, it’s okay if our kids aren’t going along with the crowd; we need to give them the time and space to figure out their passions on their own.
4. Why did the author’s son quit team sports
A. He fell short of others’ expectations. B. He wanted to stay more with friends.
C. He lost interest in physical activities. D. He felt he wasn’t as skilled as others.
5. What was the author’s attitude towards her son’s decision
A. Disappointed. B. Doubtful. C. Excited. D. Supportive.
6. How did the son become joyful again
A. By working part-time. B. By following his heart.
C. By escaping from sports. D. By getting some recognition.
7. What does the author suggest to parents
A. Communicating with kids. B. Sparing some time for themselves.
C. Respecting kids’ individuality. D. Figuring out kids’ real strengths.
C
What should you do if your child steals another kid’s toy in a playdate or gets pushed by another kid at the park These are common behaviors for preschoolers who are still learning how to act around others and regulate their emotions. But for many parents, these moments are a struggle to manage.
“We feel on the spot when we’re in public,” says Celina Benavides, a developmental psychologist at Oxnard College in California. “We feel the judgmental eyes from other people, and that can shape how we parent and how children might respond to us.” So, how should parents address their kids’ challenging behaviors in public Benavides explains the reason why sometimes young children suffer meltdown is that they are stuck in a tough situation for them to handle properly. So try to distract them by stepping in timely and offering help they need.
For example, at a park, a boy comes up behind your 2-year-old daughter and hits her on the back of the head so that he can climb the stairs first, but his parents don’t say anything or apologize. What would you do “It’s always OK to simply remove your child from situations that don’t feel safe. But if you choose to engage, focus first on the harmed child. Then, move on to the child doing the harm, producing a situation to help the children repair the relationship in a healthy way.” says Benavides.
Assuming your 18-month-old son is at a children’s party. He grabs an older child’s shirt, and then takes a truck toy from his hand! The other child starts crying. Your son looks on, confused. Should the parents get involved in it “Actually, parents’ role is to help the kid figure out how to resolve the dilemma on his own.” Benavides says. He also recommends pausing before jumping in, and if you do need to participate, label what you’re seeing and ask questions, like “What if we try taking turns ” This allows children to come up with ideas themselves.
8. Why is parenting in public difficult
A. The kids’ misbehaviors are tolerated. B. It’s hard to regulate parents’ emotions.
C. Parents feel stressed by others’ judgement. D. Adults lack communication skills with kids.
9. What does the underlined word “meltdown” in paragraph 2 mean
A. Constant fear. B. Emotional outbursts.
C. Physical problems. D. Temporary setbacks.
10. What is suggested by Benavides when kids are in a dilemma
A. Blaming the child doing harm. B. Presenting children with choices.
C. Standing by without engagement. D. Getting kids away from the spot.
11. What does the text mainly talk about
A. How to parent sensibly in public. B. How to construct family relations.
C. How to develop kids’ good manners. D. How to get on well with other parents.
D
Reducing calorie intake may lead to a thinner body and a longer life. People usually think it is because of weight loss and metabolic (新陈代谢) changes from eating less. But a recent study on diet limits in laboratory animals challenges this traditional view.
To study how diet works, researchers observed 960 mice. These mice were genetically different, like humans. Some mice had calorie-limited diets, some fasted (禁食的) regularly, and others ate as they liked. It was found that diets with restricted calories caused weight loss and metabolic changes. However, factors like immune health, genes, and the body’s ability to bear stress seem to better explain the link between fewer calories and a longer life.
Gary Churchill, a mouse researcher, said, “Metabolic changes are important, but they don’t directly lead to a longer life.” Other scientists think this shows how complicated the body’s response to calorie reduction.
Cutting calories by 40% made the mice live the longest on average. But fasting regularly and less strict calorie limits also increased lifespan (寿命). As is known, dieting mice have positive metabolic changes such as less body fat and lower blood sugar.
However, the effects of diet limits on metabolism and lifespan didn’t always go together. Surprisingly, mice that lost the most weight on a low-calorie diet sometimes died younger than those that lost less. This means that more than just metabolism affects how the body reacts to fewer calories. Immune health and red-blood-cell function were important for a longer life. Also, the body’s overall ability to handle stress was important.
The findings may change how scientists think about diet limits in humans. In a human trial of a low-calorie diet, researchers found that it reduced metabolic rates. But the mouse data suggests that metabolic measures may only show “health span”, not lifespan. Scientist Edmma notes that the study needs more evidence and warns not to directly use mouse results for humans, but he also admits that the study shows healthspan and lifespan are different.
12. How was the study conducted
A. By comparing mice with human beings.
B. By developing the feeding habits of mice.
C. By conducting experiment on different animals.
D. By adopting the controlled experiment method.
13. What surprising result does the study reveal
A. All mice live longer under diet restriction.
B. Dieting mice have positive metabolic changes.
C. Regular fasting have little impact on the lifespan of mice.
D. Mice with significant weight loss can have shorter lives.
14. What is scientist Edmma’s attitude toward the study
A. Cautious. B. Critical.
C. Optimistic. D. Uncaring.
15. What’s the best title for the text
A. Metabolism: The Key to a Longer Life
B. Less Food, Longer Life: The Simple Solution
C. Diet and Lifespan: It’s More than Metabolism
D. Calorie Restriction: Weight Loss and Metabolic Change
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 Career Planning Guide for High School Students
It’s never too early to start planning your career! Having an idea of your personal career goals can be a huge advantage for thriving at high school. But the anxiety of career planning makes many students hold back. ___16___ Certainly not. Actually, it’s much easier to enjoy the journey when you know you’re on the right path! Here is a three-step guide for career planning.
·Know yourself. Honestly assess your strengths and weaknesses, and you’ll begin to understand how to make use of your strengths in the most effective way, as well as how to improve on your weaknesses. ___17___
·Match skills and interests. Sometimes your skills and interests may not align (一致) perfectly with a single career. They might point towards multiple paths. ___18___ For example, a passion for writing can open doors in many careers including copy-writing, marketing and journalism. Similarly, an interest in mathematics could lead towards a career in data science, economics or even game design.
·___19___ Picking a career that suits you from hundreds of possibilities can seem a bit overwhelming at first. ___20___ Resources like career fairs, mentor programmes and online internships (实习) can help you discover opportunities and make more informed decisions.
Once you’ve assessed this, the true career planning can begin!
A. Clear your potential.
B. Explore career options.
C. So, should we stop planning
D. Can such anxiety be avoided then
E. But thankfully online resources make this easier.
F. That means you may have many options to choose from.
G. Employers value candidates giving full play to their advantages.
第三部分 语言知识运用(共二节，满分30分)
第一节 完形填空(共15小题;每题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I was typing quickly on my laptop. “You look ____21____,” my husband, George, said. I had a newspaper column to ____22____ soon, plus some changes in a book due next week. So I couldn’t ____23____ his words. “Firefly season is here,” George continued. “Let’s go camping in the Great Smoky Mountains and ____24____ city life.”
There had been a time when I was ____25____ to spend a weekend in the wild. But now who has time “I’m working to tight deadlines, and…” I said. George didn’t accept any ____26____ though. Finally, I agreed.
We arrived early on Saturday morning. I ____27____ opened my phone after we were done tidying the campsite. It’d been hours since I checked messages and I might have ____28____ something urgent. But no service! It was a ____29____ that I didn’t take my laptop to continue my writing. For a while, I was ____30____, not knowing how to kill time. George invited me out and assured me things would be ____31____ in the evening.
As nightfall came, George and I ____32____ the firefly-watching group, making our way to the viewing spot. Fireflies shone among trees. First there were hundreds, then thousands, maybe millions, impossible to ____33____ them all. They flashed like lights for seconds and then ____34____. Seconds later, they turned up flashing again.
I sat completely still. ____35____ flowed through me; I felt like the world quieted down and that the long-missed relaxation came back again.
21. A. upset B. stressed C. productive D. focused
22. A. finish B. design C. report D. read
23. A. believe B. understand C. forget D. deny
24. A. move on to B. get away from C. keep up with D. look back on
25. A. proud B. satisfied C. eager D. relieved
26. A. apology B. consequence C. excuse D. instruction
27. A. rarely B. consistently C. hesitantly D. instantly
28. A. missed B. ignored C. recorded D. conveyed
29. A. chance B. reason C. pity D. surprise
30. A. in a hurry B. at a loss C. on purpose D. under control
31. A. familiar B. normal C. smooth D. different
32. A. informed B. followed C. assisted D. influenced
33. A. count B. enjoy C. protect D. catch
34. A. gathered B. increased C. disappeared D. performed
35. A. Warmth B. Optimism C. Hope D. Peace
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。
Despite being a lesser-known Chinese sport, the game of jianzi is definitely familiar to people in Asia. Who hasn’t seen a group of elderly men kicking around ___36___ colourful, feathered shuttlecock (毽子) in the park
Dating all the way back ___37___ the ancient Zhou Dynasty of China, the sport of jianzi was mainly played among Chinese youth as a ___38___ (create) way to exercise. It is believed that the fundamental gameplay and style came from a football-like game ___39___ (name) cuju.
Due to the game’s simplicity and ease of play, many children created makeshift shuttlecocks at home, ___40___ (use) round pieces of lead or tin with chicken feathers. During the war-torn Dynasties of Han and Song from 207 to 906 AD, the ___41___ (popular) of jianzi exploded. Leaders used the game ___42___ (train) their troops alongside military exercise.
In 1933, China hosted the first national jianzi competition after the sport’s massive rise. A 1961 movie ___43___ talked about the game won a gold medal at an international film festival, further spreading word about the sport. In 1984, jianzi ___44___ (recognize) officially as a Chinese national sport, and that same year saw the creation of the Hong Kong-based team, Amateur Union of Shuttlecock. By 1994, the Hong Kong team ____45____ (steady) grew into a reformed union known as the Hong Kong Association of Shuttlecock (HKSA).
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华，你班正为校英语戏剧大赛排练英语短剧，需要外教James的帮助。请给他写封邮件，内容包括：
1．写信意图；
2．求助内容；
3．约定时间。
注意：
1．写作词数应为80个左右；
2．请按如下格式作答。
Dear James,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
47. 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。
I live on a nice block that has been known for its neat environment, but I started noticing during a morning walk that the sidewalks were polluted with garbage. I started picking up what I could, bending down to collect some wrappers or empty cans, but my efforts seemed too small to be of much help. I felt as if I were bailing out (往外舀水) the ocean with a bowl.
Returning home, I was still depressed. My husband worried and asked me what was wrong. I told him how I felt about the neighborhood. He said, “What can one person do You can’t bring change to the neighborhood on your own. Just turn a blind eye.”
Days later a saying in a book caught my eye: Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; it’s the only thing that ever has. The words reminded me of the past significant changes brought about by a few committed people, like the establishment of community gardens or the revival (复苏) of street art. It made me think that perhaps I could do something too.
On social media, I found that many local residents were also concerned about the environment. Some shared pictures of littered sidewalks they encountered during their walks, while others discussed ways to urge the city authorities to enhance cleaning efforts. This gave me an idea: why not appeal to others to take action together However, I also noticed that community residents had strong disagreements on various topics. Some were passionate about politics, others about education, and these discussions often ended in arguments. This made me worry whether I could unite people, as cleaning the environment required collective effort.
After some thought, I decided to post on social media to form a community cleanup volunteer group. In my post, I wrote, “Dear neighbors, I’ve noticed our community getting dirtier, and I believe we can do something about it. This Saturday, let’s bring garbage bags to clean our neighborhood together.”
注意：
1．续写词数应为150个左右；
2．请按如下格式作答。
To my surprise, many people eagerly signed up.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
I didn’t hear anyone arguing about hot topics as we picked up garbage.
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铜陵市2024-2025学年度第二学期3月考试
高二年级英语试卷
考试时间：120分钟 满分：150分
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
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. What are the speakers going to do on Wednesday
A. Visit a zoo. B. Enjoy an exhibition. C. Do research on animals.
2. How much will the man pay for the tickets
A. $10. B. $20. C. $30.
3. What will the man probably do
A. Go to the post office. B. Check the mail rate. C. Fly to Hong Kong.
4. Where is the computer
A. In the study. B. In Mike’s bedroom. C. In the sitting room.
5. What are the speakers talking about
A. The electricity bill. B. The rent for a room. C. The furniture.
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. What can we learn about the Sports Shop
A. It’s an old store.
B. It’s beside the Manulife Building.
C. It has a sales promotion at present.
7. Where is the Manning Building
A. Opposite a hospital. B. On the Long Street. C. Beside a hotel.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. Why will the flight to New York be delayed
A. There is a safety warning.
B. The weather condition is bad.
C. There is something wrong with the engine.
9. What is the man going to do
A. Go to meet the customers by train.
B. Ask the customers to come over.
C. Set a later time for the meeting.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. Where is the waterfall
A. in Waleria Park. B. In Galina Park. C. In National Park.
11. When can people visit the waterfall
A. In April. B. In February. C. In January.
12. How high is the waterfall
A 10 meters. B. 28 meters. C. 42 meters.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. What advice does Sean give students taking a year out
A. Spare some time for studying.
B. Choose work useful for the future job.
C. Decide the university course in advance.
14. What does Sean think students who want to travel abroad should do
A. Save enough money in advance.
B. Have a medical examination.
C. Research the living cost.
15. What does Sean suggest students who want to work abroad do
A. Ignore home country’s interviews.
B. Settle in a holiday camp first.
C. Find a job before going.
16. What does Sean think of working abroad
A. It is difficult. B. It is an easy choice. C. It offers better working conditions.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. Where does the talk probably take place
A. In a lab. B. In a store. C. In a computer room.
18. Who are the listeners of this talk
A. New computer users. B. Skilled typists. C. Computer salespeople.
19. What is needed for the course
A. Teaching experience. B. Typing skills. C. Writing abilities.
20. What will the listeners do next
A. Check the keyboard. B. Practice typing a text. C. Get a typewriter.
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
【1~3题答案】
【答案】1. A 2. C 3. B
B
【4~7题答案】
【答案】4. D 5. D 6. B 7. C
C
【8~11题答案】
【答案】8. C 9. B 10. C 11. A
D
【12~15题答案】
【答案】12. D 13. D 14. A 15. C
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。
【16~20题答案】
【答案】16. C 17. G 18. F 19. B 20. E
第三部分 语言知识运用(共二节，满分30分)
第一节 完形填空(共15小题;每题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
【21~35题答案】
【答案】21. B 22. A 23. D 24. B 25. C 26. C 27. D 28. A 29. C 30. B 31. D 32. B 33. A 34. C 35. D
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分，满分15分)
【36~45题答案】
【答案】36. a 37. to
38. creative
39. named 40. using
41. popularity
42. to train
43. that##which
44. was recognized
45. steadily
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
【46题答案】
【答案】Dear James,
I hope this email finds you well. Our class is preparing a short English play for the upcoming School English Drama Competition. We need your assistance.
Since we have never participated in such an event before, we would greatly benefit from your expertise. Could you please help us by reviewing our lines and giving suggestions for improvement Additionally, we would greatly appreciate it if you could attend our practice sessions and provide feedback on our pronunciation and acting styles.
Could we schedule a meeting at your earliest convenience to discuss this further Your guidance would be invaluable.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
【47题答案】
【答案】 To my surprise, many people eagerly signed up. One person commented, “This is exactly what we need!” Another said, “I’ve been waiting for such an opportunity!” Seeing everyone’s enthusiastic response, I felt incredibly relieved, though a bit worried that the actual event would not go smoothly. Saturday approached quickly. That morning, we gathered as scheduled at the community center, formed small groups, and distributed cleaning tools and gloves. Initially, there was some awkwardness, but as we began picking up garbage, the atmosphere quickly became harmonious.
I didn’t hear anyone arguing about hot topics as we picked up garbage. Instead they mostly talked about family, gardens and favorite novels and TV shows, chatting and laughing while picking up litter from the ground. At an intersection, I found a snail hidden under a dirty tissue, as pretty as a brooch. Everyone gathered around to admire it. Without realizing it, my neighbors and I slowly filled our garbage bags. In the process of picking up garbage, I felt we were also picking up trust and the idea that, regardless of different lifestyles and interests, we could work together for the common good.
高二年级英语试卷
考试时间：120分钟 满分：150分
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
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. What are the speakers going to do on Wednesday
A. Visit a zoo. B. Enjoy an exhibition. C. Do research on animals.
2. How much will the man pay for the tickets
A. $10. B. $20. C. $30.
3. What will the man probably do
A. Go to the post office. B. Check the mail rate. C. Fly to Hong Kong.
4. Where is the computer
A. In the study. B. In Mike’s bedroom. C. In the sitting room.
5. What are the speakers talking about
A The electricity bill. B. The rent for a room. C. The furniture.
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. What can we learn about the Sports Shop
A. It’s an old store.
B. It’s beside the Manulife Building.
C. It has a sales promotion at present.
7. Where is the Manning Building
A. Opposite a hospital. B. On the Long Street. C. Beside a hotel.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. Why will the flight to New York be delayed
A. There is a safety warning.
B. The weather condition is bad.
C. There is something wrong with the engine.
9. What is the man going to do
A. Go to meet the customers by train.
B. Ask the customers to come over.
C. Set a later time for the meeting.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. Where is the waterfall
A. in Waleria Park. B. In Galina Park. C. In National Park.
11. When can people visit the waterfall
A. In April. B. In February. C. In January.
12. How high is the waterfall
A 10 meters. B. 28 meters. C. 42 meters.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. What advice does Sean give students taking a year out
A. Spare some time for studying.
B. Choose work useful for the future job.
C. Decide the university course in advance.
14. What does Sean think students who want to travel abroad should do
A. Save enough money in advance.
B. Have a medical examination.
C. Research the living cost.
15. What does Sean suggest students who want to work abroad do
A. Ignore home country’s interviews.
B. Settle in a holiday camp first.
C. Find a job before going.
16. What does Sean think of working abroad
A. It is difficult. B. It is an easy choice. C. It offers better working conditions.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. Where does the talk probably take place
A. In a lab. B. In a store. C. In a computer room.
18. Who are the listeners of this talk
A. New computer users. B. Skilled typists. C. Computer salespeople.
19. What is needed for the course
A. Teaching experience. B. Typing skills. C. Writing abilities.
20. What will the listeners do next
A. Check the keyboard. B. Practice typing a text. C. Get a typewriter.
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
To offer you a guide to the can’t-miss exhibitions of the season, we’ve put together a list of the highlights.
“Eyes of the Storm” at Brooklyn Museum
It’s about one of the most popular bands in the world. Its rise to global fame (名气) has been covered widely, but never before has the public gotten such a close look at what it was like on the inside as with Eyes of the Storm, an exhibition based on a book of the same title featuring over 250 unpublished pictures of its founding member. The exhibit lasts from May 3 to August 18.
“Cindy Sherman” at Hauser & Wirth
On January 18, Hauser & Wirth’s downtown location in New York City will feature a show celebrating artist Cindy Sherman’s 30 brand-new works. The area is particularly special for her — her “Untitled Film Stills” debuted (首次亮相) in SoHo’s Artists Space during the late 1970s, kick-starting her decades-long career.
“Crafting Modernity” at the Museum of Modern Art
Featuring more than 300 pieces, including ceramics, textiles, furniture and posters, the exhibition aims to demonstrate how Latin American designers combined their local traditions and creativity to make objects that are reflective of their cultures. The exhibit is on view from March 8 to September 22.
“Don’t Touch My Hair” at Hannah Traore Gallery
Opening on June 6, it is all about hair: its place in society, the way it’s represented in pop culture, and its significance to individuals. Through the eyes of 18 artists, body hair, hair tools, objects made with hair, and representations of hair are shown in paintings, photographs, and sculptures.
1. What does “Eyes of the Storm” feature
A. Personal photos not made public. B. Founding members of a band.
C. The hidden history of a great band. D. A book written by a band member.
2. What can be learned about “Cindy Sherman”
A. It is an event that will last decades. B. It is similar to “Untitled Film Stills”.
C. It is held where the artist’s career began. D. It is to celebrate the artist’s 30-year work.
3. What do the last two exhibits have in common
A. They break with tradition. B. They cover diverse art forms.
C. They take place in summer. D. They reflect cultural exchanges.
B
My son used to play every team sport he could. Sometime around sixth grade, he noticed he wasn’t so good at most team sports he played, and he went from a boy who loved being with his friends and playing baseball or basketball for the love of it, to a very self-conscious child who felt like he didn’t measure up. It wasn’t long before he stopped joining any teams.
Of course, I encouraged him to be active, and tried to make him see the importance of still doing things he loved even if he wasn’t great. I had always thought my kid would be involved in organized team sports through high school. And I’m glad I didn’t push him.
It wasn’t long before he started showing an interest in biking, so I helped him sign up for a bike-building course, which was more exciting for him than hitting a home run. He goes to work with his father during school vacations and during the weekends and is learning the plumbing (管道系统) trade. He isn’t winning awards, he doesn’t get credit or recognition, and colleges won’t look at biking and plumbing the way they would if he were a talented basketball player, but I don’t care and neither does he. When our kids are in their element, that’s all that matters.
My son is much happier when he bikes with his father, than he would be if I forced him to be on the basketball court and that’s what our kids will keep; that’s how they will figure out who they are. It’s okay if what excites them doesn’t match common expectations or can’t be measured by the score. And as parents, it’s okay if our kids aren’t going along with the crowd; we need to give them the time and space to figure out their passions on their own.
4. Why did the author’s son quit team sports
A. He fell short of others’ expectations. B. He wanted to stay more with friends.
C. He lost interest in physical activities. D. He felt he wasn’t as skilled as others.
5. What was the author’s attitude towards her son’s decision
A. Disappointed. B. Doubtful. C. Excited. D. Supportive.
6. How did the son become joyful again
A. By working part-time. B. By following his heart.
C. By escaping from sports. D. By getting some recognition.
7. What does the author suggest to parents
A. Communicating with kids. B. Sparing some time for themselves.
C. Respecting kids’ individuality. D. Figuring out kids’ real strengths.
C
What should you do if your child steals another kid’s toy in a playdate or gets pushed by another kid at the park These are common behaviors for preschoolers who are still learning how to act around others and regulate their emotions. But for many parents, these moments are a struggle to manage.
“We feel on the spot when we’re in public,” says Celina Benavides, a developmental psychologist at Oxnard College in California. “We feel the judgmental eyes from other people, and that can shape how we parent and how children might respond to us.” So, how should parents address their kids’ challenging behaviors in public Benavides explains the reason why sometimes young children suffer meltdown is that they are stuck in a tough situation for them to handle properly. So try to distract them by stepping in timely and offering help they need.
For example, at a park, a boy comes up behind your 2-year-old daughter and hits her on the back of the head so that he can climb the stairs first, but his parents don’t say anything or apologize. What would you do “It’s always OK to simply remove your child from situations that don’t feel safe. But if you choose to engage, focus first on the harmed child. Then, move on to the child doing the harm, producing a situation to help the children repair the relationship in a healthy way.” says Benavides.
Assuming your 18-month-old son is at a children’s party. He grabs an older child’s shirt, and then takes a truck toy from his hand! The other child starts crying. Your son looks on, confused. Should the parents get involved in it “Actually, parents’ role is to help the kid figure out how to resolve the dilemma on his own.” Benavides says. He also recommends pausing before jumping in, and if you do need to participate, label what you’re seeing and ask questions, like “What if we try taking turns ” This allows children to come up with ideas themselves.
8. Why is parenting in public difficult
A. The kids’ misbehaviors are tolerated. B. It’s hard to regulate parents’ emotions.
C. Parents feel stressed by others’ judgement. D. Adults lack communication skills with kids.
9. What does the underlined word “meltdown” in paragraph 2 mean
A. Constant fear. B. Emotional outbursts.
C. Physical problems. D. Temporary setbacks.
10. What is suggested by Benavides when kids are in a dilemma
A. Blaming the child doing harm. B. Presenting children with choices.
C. Standing by without engagement. D. Getting kids away from the spot.
11. What does the text mainly talk about
A. How to parent sensibly in public. B. How to construct family relations.
C. How to develop kids’ good manners. D. How to get on well with other parents.
D
Reducing calorie intake may lead to a thinner body and a longer life. People usually think it is because of weight loss and metabolic (新陈代谢) changes from eating less. But a recent study on diet limits in laboratory animals challenges this traditional view.
To study how diet works, researchers observed 960 mice. These mice were genetically different, like humans. Some mice had calorie-limited diets, some fasted (禁食的) regularly, and others ate as they liked. It was found that diets with restricted calories caused weight loss and metabolic changes. However, factors like immune health, genes, and the body’s ability to bear stress seem to better explain the link between fewer calories and a longer life.
Gary Churchill, a mouse researcher, said, “Metabolic changes are important, but they don’t directly lead to a longer life.” Other scientists think this shows how complicated the body’s response to calorie reduction.
Cutting calories by 40% made the mice live the longest on average. But fasting regularly and less strict calorie limits also increased lifespan (寿命). As is known, dieting mice have positive metabolic changes such as less body fat and lower blood sugar.
However, the effects of diet limits on metabolism and lifespan didn’t always go together. Surprisingly, mice that lost the most weight on a low-calorie diet sometimes died younger than those that lost less. This means that more than just metabolism affects how the body reacts to fewer calories. Immune health and red-blood-cell function were important for a longer life. Also, the body’s overall ability to handle stress was important.
The findings may change how scientists think about diet limits in humans. In a human trial of a low-calorie diet, researchers found that it reduced metabolic rates. But the mouse data suggests that metabolic measures may only show “health span”, not lifespan. Scientist Edmma notes that the study needs more evidence and warns not to directly use mouse results for humans, but he also admits that the study shows healthspan and lifespan are different.
12. How was the study conducted
A. By comparing mice with human beings.
B. By developing the feeding habits of mice.
C. By conducting experiment on different animals.
D. By adopting the controlled experiment method.
13. What surprising result does the study reveal
A. All mice live longer under diet restriction.
B. Dieting mice have positive metabolic changes.
C. Regular fasting have little impact on the lifespan of mice.
D. Mice with significant weight loss can have shorter lives.
14. What is scientist Edmma’s attitude toward the study
A. Cautious. B. Critical.
C. Optimistic. D. Uncaring.
15. What’s the best title for the text
A. Metabolism: The Key to a Longer Life
B. Less Food, Longer Life: The Simple Solution
C. Diet and Lifespan: It’s More than Metabolism
D. Calorie Restriction: Weight Loss and Metabolic Change
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 Career Planning Guide for High School Students
It’s never too early to start planning your career! Having an idea of your personal career goals can be a huge advantage for thriving at high school. But the anxiety of career planning makes many students hold back. ___16___ Certainly not. Actually, it’s much easier to enjoy the journey when you know you’re on the right path! Here is a three-step guide for career planning.
·Know yourself. Honestly assess your strengths and weaknesses, and you’ll begin to understand how to make use of your strengths in the most effective way, as well as how to improve on your weaknesses. ___17___
·Match skills and interests. Sometimes your skills and interests may not align (一致) perfectly with a single career. They might point towards multiple paths. ___18___ For example, a passion for writing can open doors in many careers including copy-writing, marketing and journalism. Similarly, an interest in mathematics could lead towards a career in data science, economics or even game design.
·___19___ Picking a career that suits you from hundreds of possibilities can seem a bit overwhelming at first. ___20___ Resources like career fairs, mentor programmes and online internships (实习) can help you discover opportunities and make more informed decisions.
Once you’ve assessed this, the true career planning can begin!
A. Clear your potential.
B. Explore career options.
C. So, should we stop planning
D. Can such anxiety be avoided then
E. But thankfully online resources make this easier.
F. That means you may have many options to choose from.
G. Employers value candidates giving full play to their advantages.
第三部分 语言知识运用(共二节，满分30分)
第一节 完形填空(共15小题;每题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I was typing quickly on my laptop. “You look ____21____,” my husband, George, said. I had a newspaper column to ____22____ soon, plus some changes in a book due next week. So I couldn’t ____23____ his words. “Firefly season is here,” George continued. “Let’s go camping in the Great Smoky Mountains and ____24____ city life.”
There had been a time when I was ____25____ to spend a weekend in the wild. But now who has time “I’m working to tight deadlines, and…” I said. George didn’t accept any ____26____ though. Finally, I agreed.
We arrived early on Saturday morning. I ____27____ opened my phone after we were done tidying the campsite. It’d been hours since I checked messages and I might have ____28____ something urgent. But no service! It was a ____29____ that I didn’t take my laptop to continue my writing. For a while, I was ____30____, not knowing how to kill time. George invited me out and assured me things would be ____31____ in the evening.
As nightfall came, George and I ____32____ the firefly-watching group, making our way to the viewing spot. Fireflies shone among trees. First there were hundreds, then thousands, maybe millions, impossible to ____33____ them all. They flashed like lights for seconds and then ____34____. Seconds later, they turned up flashing again.
I sat completely still. ____35____ flowed through me; I felt like the world quieted down and that the long-missed relaxation came back again.
21. A. upset B. stressed C. productive D. focused
22. A. finish B. design C. report D. read
23. A. believe B. understand C. forget D. deny
24. A. move on to B. get away from C. keep up with D. look back on
25. A. proud B. satisfied C. eager D. relieved
26. A. apology B. consequence C. excuse D. instruction
27. A. rarely B. consistently C. hesitantly D. instantly
28. A. missed B. ignored C. recorded D. conveyed
29. A. chance B. reason C. pity D. surprise
30. A. in a hurry B. at a loss C. on purpose D. under control
31. A. familiar B. normal C. smooth D. different
32. A. informed B. followed C. assisted D. influenced
33. A. count B. enjoy C. protect D. catch
34. A. gathered B. increased C. disappeared D. performed
35. A. Warmth B. Optimism C. Hope D. Peace
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。
Despite being a lesser-known Chinese sport, the game of jianzi is definitely familiar to people in Asia. Who hasn’t seen a group of elderly men kicking around ___36___ colourful, feathered shuttlecock (毽子) in the park
Dating all the way back ___37___ the ancient Zhou Dynasty of China, the sport of jianzi was mainly played among Chinese youth as a ___38___ (create) way to exercise. It is believed that the fundamental gameplay and style came from a football-like game ___39___ (name) cuju.
Due to the game’s simplicity and ease of play, many children created makeshift shuttlecocks at home, ___40___ (use) round pieces of lead or tin with chicken feathers. During the war-torn Dynasties of Han and Song from 207 to 906 AD, the ___41___ (popular) of jianzi exploded. Leaders used the game ___42___ (train) their troops alongside military exercise.
In 1933, China hosted the first national jianzi competition after the sport’s massive rise. A 1961 movie ___43___ talked about the game won a gold medal at an international film festival, further spreading word about the sport. In 1984, jianzi ___44___ (recognize) officially as a Chinese national sport, and that same year saw the creation of the Hong Kong-based team, Amateur Union of Shuttlecock. By 1994, the Hong Kong team ____45____ (steady) grew into a reformed union known as the Hong Kong Association of Shuttlecock (HKSA).
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华，你班正为校英语戏剧大赛排练英语短剧，需要外教James的帮助。请给他写封邮件，内容包括：
1．写信意图；
2．求助内容；
3．约定时间。
注意：
1．写作词数应为80个左右；
2．请按如下格式作答。
Dear James,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
47. 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。
I live on a nice block that has been known for its neat environment, but I started noticing during a morning walk that the sidewalks were polluted with garbage. I started picking up what I could, bending down to collect some wrappers or empty cans, but my efforts seemed too small to be of much help. I felt as if I were bailing out (往外舀水) the ocean with a bowl.
Returning home, I was still depressed. My husband worried and asked me what was wrong. I told him how I felt about the neighborhood. He said, “What can one person do You can’t bring change to the neighborhood on your own. Just turn a blind eye.”
Days later a saying in a book caught my eye: Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; it’s the only thing that ever has. The words reminded me of the past significant changes brought about by a few committed people, like the establishment of community gardens or the revival (复苏) of street art. It made me think that perhaps I could do something too.
On social media, I found that many local residents were also concerned about the environment. Some shared pictures of littered sidewalks they encountered during their walks, while others discussed ways to urge the city authorities to enhance cleaning efforts. This gave me an idea: why not appeal to others to take action together However, I also noticed that community residents had strong disagreements on various topics. Some were passionate about politics, others about education, and these discussions often ended in arguments. This made me worry whether I could unite people, as cleaning the environment required collective effort.
After some thought, I decided to post on social media to form a community cleanup volunteer group. In my post, I wrote, “Dear neighbors, I’ve noticed our community getting dirtier, and I believe we can do something about it. This Saturday, let’s bring garbage bags to clean our neighborhood together.”
注意：
1．续写词数应为150个左右；
2．请按如下格式作答。
To my surprise, many people eagerly signed up.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
I didn’t hear anyone arguing about hot topics as we picked up garbage.
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铜陵市2024-2025学年度第二学期3月考试
高二年级英语试卷
考试时间：120分钟 满分：150分
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
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. What are the speakers going to do on Wednesday
A. Visit a zoo. B. Enjoy an exhibition. C. Do research on animals.
2. How much will the man pay for the tickets
A. $10. B. $20. C. $30.
3. What will the man probably do
A. Go to the post office. B. Check the mail rate. C. Fly to Hong Kong.
4. Where is the computer
A. In the study. B. In Mike’s bedroom. C. In the sitting room.
5. What are the speakers talking about
A. The electricity bill. B. The rent for a room. C. The furniture.
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. What can we learn about the Sports Shop
A. It’s an old store.
B. It’s beside the Manulife Building.
C. It has a sales promotion at present.
7. Where is the Manning Building
A. Opposite a hospital. B. On the Long Street. C. Beside a hotel.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. Why will the flight to New York be delayed
A. There is a safety warning.
B. The weather condition is bad.
C. There is something wrong with the engine.
9. What is the man going to do
A. Go to meet the customers by train.
B. Ask the customers to come over.
C. Set a later time for the meeting.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. Where is the waterfall
A. in Waleria Park. B. In Galina Park. C. In National Park.
11. When can people visit the waterfall
A. In April. B. In February. C. In January.
12. How high is the waterfall
A 10 meters. B. 28 meters. C. 42 meters.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. What advice does Sean give students taking a year out
A. Spare some time for studying.
B. Choose work useful for the future job.
C. Decide the university course in advance.
14. What does Sean think students who want to travel abroad should do
A. Save enough money in advance.
B. Have a medical examination.
C. Research the living cost.
15. What does Sean suggest students who want to work abroad do
A. Ignore home country’s interviews.
B. Settle in a holiday camp first.
C. Find a job before going.
16. What does Sean think of working abroad
A. It is difficult. B. It is an easy choice. C. It offers better working conditions.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. Where does the talk probably take place
A. In a lab. B. In a store. C. In a computer room.
18. Who are the listeners of this talk
A. New computer users. B. Skilled typists. C. Computer salespeople.
19. What is needed for the course
A. Teaching experience. B. Typing skills. C. Writing abilities.
20. What will the listeners do next
A. Check the keyboard. B. Practice typing a text. C. Get a typewriter.
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
【1~3题答案】
【答案】1. A 2. C 3. B
B
【4~7题答案】
【答案】4. D 5. D 6. B 7. C
C
【8~11题答案】
【答案】8. C 9. B 10. C 11. A
D
【12~15题答案】
【答案】12. D 13. D 14. A 15. C
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。
【16~20题答案】
【答案】16. C 17. G 18. F 19. B 20. E
第三部分 语言知识运用(共二节，满分30分)
第一节 完形填空(共15小题;每题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
【21~35题答案】
【答案】21. B 22. A 23. D 24. B 25. C 26. C 27. D 28. A 29. C 30. B 31. D 32. B 33. A 34. C 35. D
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分，满分15分)
【36~45题答案】
【答案】36. a 37. to
38. creative
39. named 40. using
41. popularity
42. to train
43. that##which
44. was recognized
45. steadily
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
【46题答案】
【答案】Dear James,
I hope this email finds you well. Our class is preparing a short English play for the upcoming School English Drama Competition. We need your assistance.
Since we have never participated in such an event before, we would greatly benefit from your expertise. Could you please help us by reviewing our lines and giving suggestions for improvement Additionally, we would greatly appreciate it if you could attend our practice sessions and provide feedback on our pronunciation and acting styles.
Could we schedule a meeting at your earliest convenience to discuss this further Your guidance would be invaluable.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
【47题答案】
【答案】 To my surprise, many people eagerly signed up. One person commented, “This is exactly what we need!” Another said, “I’ve been waiting for such an opportunity!” Seeing everyone’s enthusiastic response, I felt incredibly relieved, though a bit worried that the actual event would not go smoothly. Saturday approached quickly. That morning, we gathered as scheduled at the community center, formed small groups, and distributed cleaning tools and gloves. Initially, there was some awkwardness, but as we began picking up garbage, the atmosphere quickly became harmonious.
I didn’t hear anyone arguing about hot topics as we picked up garbage. Instead they mostly talked about family, gardens and favorite novels and TV shows, chatting and laughing while picking up litter from the ground. At an intersection, I found a snail hidden under a dirty tissue, as pretty as a brooch. Everyone gathered around to admire it. Without realizing it, my neighbors and I slowly filled our garbage bags. In the process of picking up garbage, I felt we were also picking up trust and the idea that, regardless of different lifestyles and interests, we could work together for the common good.