高二英语学科选择性必修二模块试卷
(完卷 120分钟 满分150分)
Apr. 22, 2025
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 will the woman probably cook the chicken
A. She'll fry it. B. She'll bake it. C. She'll boil it.
2. What will the speakers do next
A. Prepare dinner. B. Have some food. C. Order a juicy steak.
3. Who is the woman talking to
A. A Chinese. B. A Korean. C. A Japanese.
4. Why does the woman try to avoid the meat food
A. Because she doesn't like it.
B. Because she doesn't want to cook.
C. Because she needs to watch her weight.
5. Where does the conversation take place
A. At a fruit market. B. On a farm C. In a park.
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 does Hawaiian food remind Ron of
A. The good memories of his childhood.
B. The special occasions in Hawaii
C. The beautiful scenery of Hawaii.
7. What can we learn about traditional Hawaiian food
A. It contains little salt.
B. It is cooked underground.
C. It cooks only for two hours.
听第 7 段材料，回答第 8、9题。
8. Which meal are the speakers probably eating
A. Breakfast. B. Lunch. C. Dinner.
9. What is the secret of the recipe
A. Sweet potatoes. B. Roses. C. Sugar.
听第 8 段材料,回答第 10 至 12 题。
10. How many people are coming to dinner
A. Four. B. Eight. C. Twelve.
11. What will the woman make
A. A dairy cake. B. A pudding. C. An apple pie.
12. Where are the mixing bowls
A. Under the sink. B. In the cupboard. C. On the table.
听第 9 段材料,回答第 13 至 16 题。
13. What is Grace doing
A. Having lunch. B. Doing a project. C. Working in a restaurant.
14. What does Mr. Evans want to know from Grace
A. What students want to eat.
B. How to prepare healthy food.
C. How many students still eat in the restaurant.
15. What does Mr. Evans suggest the restaurant do
A. Serve more hamburgers.
B. Provide some new choices.
C Get rid of fried food completely.
16. What does Grace think about Mr. Evans' idea
A. It's interesting. B. It's not helpful. C. It's very easy to try out.
听第 10 段材料,回答第 17 至 20 题。
17. Who started the Seventh Avenue Diner
A. A group of factory workers.
B. Some famous chefs.
C. A couple.
18. What remains the same over the years
A. Types of customers.
B. The business hours.
C. A free cup of soup.
19. What is the restaurant known for
A. Its sandwiches. B. Its large space. C. Its soup.
20. How many people can the restaurant serve at a time now
A. Almost 20. B. Almost 100. C. Almost 200.
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
The easy way out isn’t always the easiest. I learned that lesson when I decided to treat Doug, my husband of one month, to a special meal. I glanced through my cookbook and chose a menu which included homemade bread. Knowing the bread would take time, I started on it as soon as Doug left for work. As I was not experienced in cooking, I thought if a dozen was good, two dozen would be better, so I doubled everything. As Doug loved oranges, I also opened a can of orange and poured it all into the bowl. Soon there was a sticky dough covered with ugly yellowish marks. Realizing I had been defeated, I put the dough in the rubbish bin outside so I wouldn’t have to face Doug laughing at my work.
I went on preparing the rest of the meal, and, when Doug got home, we sat down to Cornish chicken with rice. He tried to enjoy the meal but seemed disturbed. Twice he got up and went outside, saying he thought he heard a noise. The third time he left, I went to the windows to see what he was doing. Looking out, I saw Doug standing about three feet from the rubbish bin, holding the lid up with a stick and looking into the container. When I came out of the house, he dropped the stick and explained that there was something alive in our rubbish bin. Picking up the stick again, he held the lid up enough for me to see. I felt cold. But I stepped closer and looked harder. Without doubt it was my work. The hot sun had caused the dough to double in size and the fermenting yeast (酵母) made the surface shake and sigh as though it were breathing. I had to admit what the “living thing” was and why it was there. I don't know who was more embarrassed by the whole thing — Doug or me.
1. Why did the woman’s attempt at making the bread turn out to be unsuccessful
A. Because the canned orange had gone bad.
B. Because she didn’t use the right kind of flour.
C. Because she did not follow the directions closely.
D. Because the cookbook was hard to understand.
2. What made the dough in the rubbish bin look frightening
A. Its unusually large size. B. The strange-looking marks.
C. Its messy shape. D. The rising and falling movement.
3. What is the writer’s purpose in writing this story
A. To explain the difficulty of learning to cook from books.
B. To show the easiest way out of a difficulty.
C. To describe the trouble facing a newly married woman.
D. To tell an interesting experience.
【答案】1. C 2. D 3. D
B
Edward Wilson is America's, if not the world’s, leading naturalist. In The Future of Life, he takes us on a tour of the world's natural resources. How are they used What has been lost What remains and is it able to continue with the present speed of use Wilson also points out the need to understand fully the biodiversity of our earth.
Wilson begins with an open letter to the pioneer in environment protection, Henry David Thoreau. He compares today’s Walden Pond with that of Thoreau’s day. Wilson will use such comparisons for the rest of the book. The problem is clear: man has done great damage to his home over the years. We may wonder whether the earth, with human help, be made to return to biodiversity levels that will be able to support us in the future
Biodiversity, Wilson argues, is the key to settling many problems the earth faces today Even our agricultural crops can gain advantages from it. A mere hundred species are the basis of our food supply, of which around twenty carry the load. Wilson suggests changing this situation by looking into ten thousand species that could be made use of, which will be a way to reduce the clearing of the natural homes of plants and animals to enlarge farming areas.
At the end of the book, Wilson discusses the importance of human values in considering the environment. If you are to continue to live on the earth, you may well read and act on the ideas in this book.
4. What does Wilson care most about
A. The environment for plants.
B. The ecological variety of life on earth.
C. The wastes of natural resources.
D. The importance of human values.
5. Why is the open letter to Thoreau mentioned in paragraph 2
A. To express Wilson's longing for the past.
B. To highlight the desperation of mankind.
C. To emphasize man-caused damage to the environment.
D. To call for more help to change the current situation.
6. How many species are most important to our present food supply
A. Twenty. B. Eighty. C. One hundred. D. Ten thousand.
7. What is this text most likely
A. An advocacy article. B. A research report.
C. A book review. D. An introduction to a scientist.
【答案】4. B 5. C 6. A 7. C
C
The quote “Travel far enough, you meet yourself.” by English author David Mitchell may seem cryptic. But if you reflect on the meaning of this statement, there’s actually something very deep about it.
There are a few different ways we can interpret a phrase like travelling far enough. If you think about it literally, there is probably some amount of distance that we need to go. In doing so, when we get to our destination, we will see everything with new eyes. We may be surprised by what we see and change our outlook on life. This interpretation could apply to how people interact in their everyday lives.
People have prejudices, stereotypes (刻板印象) and judgements towards other people based on where they live or grew up. When we travel outside those communities or countries, we learn to appreciate those differences rather than hold them against others.
Another interpretation is one that focuses on feeling confident and comfortable with ourselves while being far away from where we normally hang out and spend time, at home or work. It’s easy to get on a track where we see our habits and routine as comforting. But it’s important that we push our boundaries if we are ever going to make any kind of progress in life.
So take a leap into unknown territory. Explore places that you haven’t been to before. You can change your viewpoint and gain some perspective on who you are as a person.
8. What does the underlined word “cryptic” in paragraph 1 mean
A. Insightful. B. Confusing. C. Accessible. D. Surprising.
9. What do we know from the literal sense of the quote according to the passage
A. We should avoid judging others while travelling.
B. We can see more interaction in travelling.
C. Travelling far enough arises from who we are.
D. Travelling can make us more open.
10. What is travel regarded as in paragraph 4
A. A way to break old habits.
B. A focus on positive feelings.
C. A means of personal growth.
D. A chance to leave familiar places.
11. What might be the best title for the text
A. What Does “Travel Far Enough, You Meet Yourself” Mean
B. How Do We Change Our Mindset and Feel Comfortable
C. What Does Travelling Alone Teach Us About Ourselves
D. How Can We Walk Out of Our Comfort Zone
【答案】8. B 9. D 10. C 11. A
D
During the Spring Festival, Ne Zha 2 has become a phenomenon-level animated film, with cinema attendance rate reaching over 90%. When Ne Zha and Ao Bing had a fierce battle with Infinite Immortal, the vivid sound effects made me feel as if I were right there on the scene. Suddenly, a question popped into my mind: How were these impressive sounds created Out of curiosity, I started searching back home and then entered the mysterious world of Foley artists.
The term Foley was coined in memory of Jack Foley and his contribution to the art of sound effects. When sound effects were first added into movies, he innovated a unique way of creating sound effects, recording sounds onto a single track of audio and adding them to actions happening on the screen accordingly.
Foley artists are like magicians of sound, adding vitality to films. Their working scenes seem simple but are filled with all kinds of tools and equipment. Ordinary objects are often transformed into precise sound effects: Shaking an umbrella can simulate (模拟) the howling of a violent storm. Even though Foley artists often work behind the scenes, their cooperation with actors is crucial to getting the essence of a film. “You have to act the scene…You have to be the actors and get into the spirit of the story the same as the actors did, on the set. It makes a big difference,” Jack Foley once stressed.
In general, attention to detail is fundamental to successful Foley artists.
They also need to have the ability to recreate sounds themselves, which requires creativity and imagination. Getting the perfect sound requires trial and error, which is why patience and persistence are equally important. In order to simulate the sound of a character running in the mud, Foley artists have to try countless materials, constantly adjusting the force and rhythm of stepping.
As I was digging deep, titles like “Fewer than 100 Foley Artists Remain Active Worldwide” indeed struck me hard. I found the sad truth that while Foley work is an incredible addition to movies, the small number of working artists today may put it on the path to becoming a dying art. However, Foley work, to my relief, may change as virtual reality develops. Next time you’re watching a movie, remember those subtle sounds. They are like secret messages from Foley artists, reminding us they' re always there.
12. What contribution did Jack Foley make to the film industry
A. He pioneered sound effect creation.
B. He invented recording equipment.
C He improved background music.
D He advanced live recording methods.
13. What did Jack Foley value most in his work
A. Practising trial and error.
B. Working closely with actors.
C. Being sensitive to details.
D. Stimulating active imagination.
14. What does the last paragraph suggest
A. Foley work is becoming unnecessary with new tools
B. Modern audiences clearly understand Foley work.
C. Foley artists may be fully replaced by virtual reality.
D. Foley work may be reshaped in the future.
15. What is the author’s main purpose in writing this passage
A. To persuade readers to engage in Foley work.
B. To introduce Foley work and explain its importance.
C. To explore the reasons for Ne Zha 2’s success.
D. To highlight future challenges in Foley work.
【答案】12. A 13. B 14. D 15. B
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。
Choosing the best diet for you can often seem as complex as rocket science. It requires a major commitment of time effort, willpower and in some cases, money. ____16____ Below, experts walk you through the process of picking the diet that best meets your unique goals and needs.
Assessing your individual goals and any specific health concerns is an important step of choosing the right diet for your health and lifestyle. You can reflect how they made you feel, both physically and mentally. Meanwhile, you should also take your present eating habits into account. ____17____
Starting a diet can be driven by a range of motivating factors. ____18____ You will, however, probably picture weight loss as the driving one, because of the repeated marketing from the weight-loss industry. New diet foods are continually introduced, often promising quick and easy results. But finding a diet that’s right for you is more than weight loss.
____19____ They encourage the consumption of whole or minimally processed foods, which include a variety of fruits and vegetables, quality protein, whole grains and healthy fats. They emphasize limiting added sugars and salt. They allow flexibility so that families can eat together or you can go out to dinner without worrying about what to eat.
Change won’t happen overnight, and your diet is only one component of a balanced and sustainable approach to long-term lifestyle changes. ____20____ Rapid and extreme changes may be difficult to sustain and could have negative effects as a result.
A. How does a diet work
B. What good diets have in common is that they are all about balance.
C. But where do you begin
D. Which positive habits do you already have and wish to continue
E. The first thing to consider is to take a look at your past diets.
F. Setting realistic expectations needs to allow for gradual adaptation.
G. They include weight loss, disease prevention and saving money and the like.
【答案】16. C 17. D 18. G 19. B 20. F
第三部分 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四个选项中选出最佳选项。
I live in Ontario, near the north of which is a provincial park called Killarney located within the La Cloche Mountains. It has a(n) ____21____ hiking route, with a sharp increase in altitude. The sign at the mountainside even ____22____ it should be finished over seven to nine days.
It’s been my dream to ____23____ this seemingly impossible task in three days. So I asked my friend to go with me. He agreed without hesitation as he also sought adventures to ____24____ himself.
On the first day, as we set out on the trail, we ____25____ other hikers doing the same hike in seven days. When we told them our plan, they wore a look of ____26____ and wished us good luck. I know they thought we were ____27____ and wouldn’t succeed, but this did not ____28____ us.
We also agreed this try was the hardest thing we’d ever done, not only____29____ but mentally as well. We hiked up to 13 to 14 hours a day, step after step, and stuck to the ____30____ we’d set, and finally, we made it. We felt tired but extremely ____31____ of our achievement.
This experience has not only expanded the ____32____ of my comfort zone but also has shown me what I am ____33____ if I just put my mind to it with determination. The impossible is within your ____34____ , so don’t let anyone convince you otherwise. Go for it with every fiber of your being, and watch the____35____ of your life.
21. A. initial B. challenging C. steady D. spectacular
22. A. defends B. qualifies C. involves D. recommends
23. A. attempt B. grasp C. drill D. anticipate
24. A. persuade B. remind C. push D. comfort
25. A. engaged B. encountered C. enrolled D. exposed
26. A. elegance B. frustration C. astonishment D. embarrassment
27. A. crazy B. brilliant C. mature D. optimistic
28. A. shift B. deny C. suspect D. discourage
29. A. emotionally B. ideally C. physically D. fundamentally
30. A. destination B. trace C. presentation D. target
31. A. typical B. modest C. proud D. competent
32. A. angles B. boundaries C. ingredients D. categories
33. A. fit for B. consistent in C. keen on D. capable of
34. A. reach B. outlook C. budget D. perspective
35. A. expenses B. transformations C. tricks D. surroundings
【答案】21. B 22. D 23. A 24. C 25. B 26. C 27. A 28. D 29. C 30. D 31. C 32. B 33. D 34. A 35. B
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。
Tibet was a region I was desperate to see, ____36____ its remoteness and my inability to go delayed my journey. Last summer, my brother and I finally decided to take the trip.
We set off at Guangzhou Railway Station and three days later, we arrived in Lhasa. The trip certainly took a while. However, we ____37____ (reward) with the most beautiful views and made friends along the way, all at a ____38____ (low) cost than flying.
Our tour of Lhasa started from exploring the palace. We had a big lunch at ____39____ was widely recognized as one of the best restaurants in Lhasa, which offered an ____40____ (incredible) impressive view overlooking the famous attraction.
Then we started our journey to the Qomolangma base camp ____41____ road from Lhasa. Along the way we stopped ____42____ (admire) Yamdrok Lake. Its beauty was beyond ____43____ (describe).
About a week later, we arrived. We stayed in a guesthouse just next to the base camp and after dropping off our luggage, ____44____ (head) straight outside to see the Mt. Qomolangma. The tip of the mountain emerged through the clouds, _____45_____ (astonish) us with its unbelievable height. The clouds parted and we watched the sunset over the peak.
【答案】36. but##yet
37. were rewarded
38. lower 39. what
40. incredibly
41. by 42. to admire
43. description
44. headed 45. astonishing
第三节 (共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
根据语境，选择下框中的单词或词组，必要时用正确的形式填空。框中有多余的三个单词或词组。每个单词或词组只能使用一次。
assistant; stuff; freeze; recipe; consist of, locate; barrier; cast; discover; adapt; bound; subscribe to; owe
46. ________ in front of the Falls, the hotel provides a front-row view of the Canadian Horseshoe Falls.
47. The cuisine, ________ red-braised pork and fish, smelt extremely delicious.
48. I never ________ the view that success is only measured by wealth and fame.
49. Don’t you think you ________ her an apology for the way you’ve behaved
50. All high-speed trains ________ for Shanghai from all directions had been suspended on Sunday due to the typhoon.
51. He serves as a research ________ , helping professors with lab experiments.
52. The nutritionists claimed they ________ another new and nutritious type of food by the end of last year.
53. Edmonton is ________ cold in winter, with daily temperatures averaging-10℃.
54. As midnight approached, the streetlamp ________ long shadows on the empty road.
55. All the buses ________ with passengers during the rush hour yesterday.
【答案】46. Located
47. consisting of
48. subscribe to
49. owe 50. bound
51. assistant
52. had discovered
53. freezing
54. cast 55. were stuffed
第四部分 写作 (满分25分)
56. 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。
Li Ming was a 17-year-old exchange student from China. With a heart full of dreams and a little bit of nervousness, he flew to the United Kingdom to start a new adventure. He had always imagined what it would be like to walk through the historic streets of England and meet people from different parts of the world. But as soon as he arrived at his new school, he felt a little unsure.
In his new class, Li Ming struggled to start conversations with his British classmates. They spoke so quickly and used words and phrases he didn't understand. When he tried to join their conversations, he felt shy about his accent and worried that he might say something wrong. He also noticed that British students seemed to value their personal space more than he was used to, which made it even harder for him to find the right moment to start a meaningful talk.
Group work was even harder. During a group project in literature class, Li Ming had trouble explaining his ideas clearly, feeling like his ideas were getting lost in translation. And he started to
doubt himself.
Social events outside of class were just as difficult. At a school party, Li Ming watched his classmates laugh, dance, and sing along to the latest pop songs. He felt left out, not knowing the songs or the dance moves. He wanted to join the fun, but the fear of looking silly kept him on the sidelines.
One day, the school announced a talent show, Li Ming, who practiced traditional Chinese kung fu, really wanted to try. While he was hesitating, a group of British students interested in cultural performances invited him to join them. Li Ming agreed.
注意:
1.续写词数应为150个左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
During their practice, the group was amazed by Li Ming’s Chinese kung fu.
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After the show, Li Ming noticed some changes happening.
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【答案】
During their practice, the group was amazed by Li Ming’s Chinese kung fu. His fluid movements combining strength and grace drew gasps of admiration. When he demonstrated a dragon-style sequence, the British students clapped enthusiastically. Sensing their genuine interest, Li Ming offered to teach basic stances. In return, they taught him popular dance steps, blending Eastern and Western elements into their performance. Gradually, Li Ming found himself laughing naturally during rehearsals. The cultural exchange dissolved his anxiety, replacing it with collaborative joy. By performance day, their routine had transformed into a vibrant fusion of martial arts and modern dance.
After the show, Li Ming noticed some changes happening. Classmates greeted him warmly in corridors, asking about kung fu philosophies. In literature class, group members actively sought his interpretations, patiently listening to his accented English. At lunch breaks, students invited him to join conversations about cultural differences. The once-daunting school parties became opportunities to share Chinese pop songs. Most importantly, Li Ming stopped overthinking every interaction. He realized communication wasn’t about perfection, but sincere effort. Slowly, his initial adventure transformed into meaningful connections built on mutual curiosity and respect.高二英语学科选择性必修二模块试卷
(完卷 120分钟 满分150分)
Apr. 22, 2025
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 will the woman probably cook the chicken
A. She'll fry it. B. She'll bake it. C. She'll boil it.
2. What will the speakers do next
A. Prepare dinner. B. Have some food. C. Order a juicy steak.
3. Who is the woman talking to
A. A Chinese. B. A Korean. C. A Japanese.
4. Why does the woman try to avoid the meat food
A. Because she doesn't like it.
B. Because she doesn't want to cook.
C. Because she needs to watch her weight.
5. Where does the conversation take place
A. At a fruit market. B. On a farm C. In a park.
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 does Hawaiian food remind Ron of
A. The good memories of his childhood.
B. The special occasions in Hawaii
C. The beautiful scenery of Hawaii.
7. What can we learn about traditional Hawaiian food
A. It contains little salt.
B. It is cooked underground.
C. It cooks only for two hours.
听第 7 段材料，回答第 8、9题。
8. Which meal are the speakers probably eating
A. Breakfast. B. Lunch. C. Dinner.
9. What is the secret of the recipe
A. Sweet potatoes. B. Roses. C. Sugar.
听第 8 段材料,回答第 10 至 12 题。
10. How many people are coming to dinner
A. Four. B. Eight. C. Twelve.
11. What will the woman make
A. A dairy cake. B. A pudding. C. An apple pie.
12. Where are the mixing bowls
A. Under the sink. B. In the cupboard. C. On the table.
听第 9 段材料,回答第 13 至 16 题。
13. What is Grace doing
A. Having lunch. B. Doing a project. C. Working in a restaurant.
14. What does Mr. Evans want to know from Grace
A. What students want to eat.
B. How to prepare healthy food.
C. How many students still eat in the restaurant.
15. What does Mr. Evans suggest the restaurant do
A. Serve more hamburgers.
B. Provide some new choices.
C Get rid of fried food completely.
16. What does Grace think about Mr. Evans' idea
A. It's interesting. B. It's not helpful. C. It's very easy to try out.
听第 10 段材料,回答第 17 至 20 题。
17. Who started the Seventh Avenue Diner
A. A group of factory workers.
B. Some famous chefs.
C. A couple.
18. What remains the same over the years
A. Types of customers.
B. The business hours.
C. A free cup of soup.
19. What is the restaurant known for
A. Its sandwiches. B. Its large space. C. Its soup.
20. How many people can the restaurant serve at a time now
A. Almost 20. B. Almost 100. C. Almost 200.
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
The easy way out isn’t always the easiest. I learned that lesson when I decided to treat Doug, my husband of one month, to a special meal. I glanced through my cookbook and chose a menu which included homemade bread. Knowing the bread would take time, I started on it as soon as Doug left for work. As I was not experienced in cooking, I thought if a dozen was good, two dozen would be better, so I doubled everything. As Doug loved oranges, I also opened a can of orange and poured it all into the bowl. Soon there was a sticky dough covered with ugly yellowish marks. Realizing I had been defeated, I put the dough in the rubbish bin outside so I wouldn’t have to face Doug laughing at my work.
I went on preparing the rest of the meal, and, when Doug got home, we sat down to Cornish chicken with rice. He tried to enjoy the meal but seemed disturbed. Twice he got up and went outside, saying he thought he heard a noise. The third time he left, I went to the windows to see what he was doing. Looking out, I saw Doug standing about three feet from the rubbish bin, holding the lid up with a stick and looking into the container. When I came out of the house, he dropped the stick and explained that there was something alive in our rubbish bin. Picking up the stick again, he held the lid up enough for me to see. I felt cold. But I stepped closer and looked harder. Without doubt it was my work. The hot sun had caused the dough to double in size and the fermenting yeast (酵母) made the surface shake and sigh as though it were breathing. I had to admit what the “living thing” was and why it was there. I don't know who was more embarrassed by the whole thing — Doug or me.
1. Why did the woman’s attempt at making the bread turn out to be unsuccessful
A. Because the canned orange had gone bad.
B. Because she didn’t use the right kind of flour.
C. Because she did not follow the directions closely.
D. Because the cookbook was hard to understand.
2. What made the dough in the rubbish bin look frightening
A. Its unusually large size. B. The strange-looking marks.
C. Its messy shape. D. The rising and falling movement.
3. What is the writer’s purpose in writing this story
A. To explain the difficulty of learning to cook from books.
B. To show the easiest way out of a difficulty.
C. To describe the trouble facing a newly married woman.
D. To tell an interesting experience.
B
Edward Wilson is America's, if not the world’s, leading naturalist. In The Future of Life, he takes us on a tour of the world's natural resources. How are they used What has been lost What remains and is it able to continue with the present speed of use Wilson also points out the need to understand fully the biodiversity of our earth.
Wilson begins with an open letter to the pioneer in environment protection, Henry David Thoreau. He compares today’s Walden Pond with that of Thoreau’s day. Wilson will use such comparisons for the rest of the book. The problem is clear: man has done great damage to his home over the years. We may wonder whether the earth, with human help, be made to return to biodiversity levels that will be able to support us in the future
Biodiversity, Wilson argues, is the key to settling many problems the earth faces today Even our agricultural crops can gain advantages from it. A mere hundred species are the basis of our food supply, of which around twenty carry the load. Wilson suggests changing this situation by looking into ten thousand species that could be made use of, which will be a way to reduce the clearing of the natural homes of plants and animals to enlarge farming areas.
At the end of the book, Wilson discusses the importance of human values in considering the environment. If you are to continue to live on the earth, you may well read and act on the ideas in this book.
4. What does Wilson care most about
A. The environment for plants.
B. The ecological variety of life on earth.
C. The wastes of natural resources.
D. The importance of human values.
5. Why is the open letter to Thoreau mentioned in paragraph 2
A. To express Wilson's longing for the past.
B. To highlight the desperation of mankind.
C. To emphasize man-caused damage to the environment.
D. To call for more help to change the current situation.
6. How many species are most important to our present food supply
A. Twenty. B. Eighty. C. One hundred. D. Ten thousand.
7. What is this text most likely
A. An advocacy article. B. A research report.
C. A book review. D. An introduction to a scientist.
C
The quote “Travel far enough, you meet yourself.” by English author David Mitchell may seem cryptic. But if you reflect on the meaning of this statement, there’s actually something very deep about it.
There are a few different ways we can interpret a phrase like travelling far enough. If you think about it literally, there is probably some amount of distance that we need to go. In doing so, when we get to our destination, we will see everything with new eyes. We may be surprised by what we see and change our outlook on life. This interpretation could apply to how people interact in their everyday lives.
People have prejudices, stereotypes (刻板印象) and judgements towards other people based on where they live or grew up. When we travel outside those communities or countries, we learn to appreciate those differences rather than hold them against others.
Another interpretation is one that focuses on feeling confident and comfortable with ourselves while being far away from where we normally hang out and spend time, at home or work. It’s easy to get on a track where we see our habits and routine as comforting. But it’s important that we push our boundaries if we are ever going to make any kind of progress in life.
So take a leap into unknown territory. Explore places that you haven’t been to before. You can change your viewpoint and gain some perspective on who you are as a person.
8. What does the underlined word “cryptic” in paragraph 1 mean
A. Insightful. B. Confusing. C. Accessible. D. Surprising.
9. What do we know from the literal sense of the quote according to the passage
A. We should avoid judging others while travelling.
B. We can see more interaction in travelling.
C. Travelling far enough arises from who we are.
D. Travelling can make us more open.
10. What is travel regarded as in paragraph 4
A. A way to break old habits.
B. A focus on positive feelings.
C. A means of personal growth.
D. A chance to leave familiar places.
11. What might be the best title for the text
A. What Does “Travel Far Enough, You Meet Yourself” Mean
B. How Do We Change Our Mindset and Feel Comfortable
C. What Does Travelling Alone Teach Us About Ourselves
D. How Can We Walk Out of Our Comfort Zone
D
During the Spring Festival, Ne Zha 2 has become a phenomenon-level animated film, with cinema attendance rate reaching over 90%. When Ne Zha and Ao Bing had a fierce battle with Infinite Immortal, the vivid sound effects made me feel as if I were right there on the scene. Suddenly, a question popped into my mind: How were these impressive sounds created Out of curiosity, I started searching back home and then entered the mysterious world of Foley artists.
The term Foley was coined in memory of Jack Foley and his contribution to the art of sound effects. When sound effects were first added into movies, he innovated a unique way of creating sound effects, recording sounds onto a single track of audio and adding them to actions happening on the screen accordingly.
Foley artists are like magicians of sound, adding vitality to films. Their working scenes seem simple but are filled with all kinds of tools and equipment. Ordinary objects are often transformed into precise sound effects: Shaking an umbrella can simulate (模拟) the howling of a violent storm. Even though Foley artists often work behind the scenes, their cooperation with actors is crucial to getting the essence of a film. “You have to act the scene…You have to be the actors and get into the spirit of the story the same as the actors did, on the set. It makes a big difference,” Jack Foley once stressed.
In general, attention to detail is fundamental to successful Foley artists.
They also need to have the ability to recreate sounds themselves, which requires creativity and imagination. Getting the perfect sound requires trial and error, which is why patience and persistence are equally important. In order to simulate the sound of a character running in the mud, Foley artists have to try countless materials, constantly adjusting the force and rhythm of stepping.
As I was digging deep, titles like “Fewer than 100 Foley Artists Remain Active Worldwide” indeed struck me hard. I found the sad truth that while Foley work is an incredible addition to movies, the small number of working artists today may put it on the path to becoming a dying art. However, Foley work, to my relief, may change as virtual reality develops. Next time you’re watching a movie, remember those subtle sounds. They are like secret messages from Foley artists, reminding us they' re always there.
12. What contribution did Jack Foley make to the film industry
A. He pioneered sound effect creation.
B. He invented recording equipment.
C He improved background music.
D He advanced live recording methods.
13. What did Jack Foley value most in his work
A. Practising trial and error.
B. Working closely with actors.
C. Being sensitive to details.
D. Stimulating active imagination.
14. What does the last paragraph suggest
A. Foley work is becoming unnecessary with new tools
B. Modern audiences clearly understand Foley work.
C. Foley artists may be fully replaced by virtual reality.
D. Foley work may be reshaped in the future.
15. What is the author’s main purpose in writing this passage
A. To persuade readers to engage in Foley work.
B. To introduce Foley work and explain its importance.
C. To explore the reasons for Ne Zha 2’s success.
D. To highlight future challenges in Foley work.
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。
Choosing the best diet for you can often seem as complex as rocket science. It requires a major commitment of time effort, willpower and in some cases, money. ____16____ Below, experts walk you through the process of picking the diet that best meets your unique goals and needs.
Assessing your individual goals and any specific health concerns is an important step of choosing the right diet for your health and lifestyle. You can reflect how they made you feel, both physically and mentally. Meanwhile, you should also take your present eating habits into account. ____17____
Starting a diet can be driven by a range of motivating factors. ____18____ You will, however, probably picture weight loss as the driving one, because of the repeated marketing from the weight-loss industry. New diet foods are continually introduced, often promising quick and easy results. But finding a diet that’s right for you is more than weight loss.
____19____ They encourage the consumption of whole or minimally processed foods, which include a variety of fruits and vegetables, quality protein, whole grains and healthy fats. They emphasize limiting added sugars and salt. They allow flexibility so that families can eat together or you can go out to dinner without worrying about what to eat.
Change won’t happen overnight, and your diet is only one component of a balanced and sustainable approach to long-term lifestyle changes. ____20____ Rapid and extreme changes may be difficult to sustain and could have negative effects as a result.
A. How does a diet work
B. What good diets have in common is that they are all about balance.
C. But where do you begin
D. Which positive habits do you already have and wish to continue
E. The first thing to consider is to take a look at your past diets.
F. Setting realistic expectations needs to allow for gradual adaptation.
G. They include weight loss, disease prevention and saving money and the like.
第三部分 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四个选项中选出最佳选项。
I live in Ontario, near the north of which is a provincial park called Killarney located within the La Cloche Mountains. It has a(n) ____21____ hiking route, with a sharp increase in altitude. The sign at the mountainside even ____22____ it should be finished over seven to nine days.
It’s been my dream to ____23____ this seemingly impossible task in three days. So I asked my friend to go with me. He agreed without hesitation as he also sought adventures to ____24____ himself.
On the first day, as we set out on the trail, we ____25____ other hikers doing the same hike in seven days. When we told them our plan, they wore a look of ____26____ and wished us good luck. I know they thought we were ____27____ and wouldn’t succeed, but this did not ____28____ us.
We also agreed this try was the hardest thing we’d ever done, not only____29____ but mentally as well. We hiked up to 13 to 14 hours a day, step after step, and stuck to the ____30____ we’d set, and finally, we made it. We felt tired but extremely ____31____ of our achievement.
This experience has not only expanded the ____32____ of my comfort zone but also has shown me what I am ____33____ if I just put my mind to it with determination. The impossible is within your ____34____ , so don’t let anyone convince you otherwise. Go for it with every fiber of your being, and watch the____35____ of your life.
21. A. initial B. challenging C. steady D. spectacular
22. A. defends B. qualifies C. involves D. recommends
23. A. attempt B. grasp C. drill D. anticipate
24. A. persuade B. remind C. push D. comfort
25. A. engaged B. encountered C. enrolled D. exposed
26. A. elegance B. frustration C. astonishment D. embarrassment
27. A. crazy B. brilliant C. mature D. optimistic
28. A. shift B. deny C. suspect D. discourage
29. A. emotionally B. ideally C. physically D. fundamentally
30. A. destination B. trace C. presentation D. target
31. A. typical B. modest C. proud D. competent
32. A. angles B. boundaries C. ingredients D. categories
33. A. fit for B. consistent in C. keen on D. capable of
34. A. reach B. outlook C. budget D. perspective
35. A. expenses B. transformations C. tricks D. surroundings
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。
Tibet was a region I was desperate to see, ____36____ its remoteness and my inability to go delayed my journey. Last summer, my brother and I finally decided to take the trip.
We set off at Guangzhou Railway Station and three days later, we arrived in Lhasa. The trip certainly took a while. However, we ____37____ (reward) with the most beautiful views and made friends along the way, all at a ____38____ (low) cost than flying.
Our tour of Lhasa started from exploring the palace. We had a big lunch at ____39____ was widely recognized as one of the best restaurants in Lhasa, which offered an ____40____ (incredible) impressive view overlooking the famous attraction.
Then we started our journey to the Qomolangma base camp ____41____ road from Lhasa. Along the way we stopped ____42____ (admire) Yamdrok Lake. Its beauty was beyond ____43____ (describe).
About a week later, we arrived. We stayed in a guesthouse just next to the base camp and after dropping off our luggage, ____44____ (head) straight outside to see the Mt. Qomolangma. The tip of the mountain emerged through the clouds, _____45_____ (astonish) us with its unbelievable height. The clouds parted and we watched the sunset over the peak.
第三节 (共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
根据语境，选择下框中的单词或词组，必要时用正确的形式填空。框中有多余的三个单词或词组。每个单词或词组只能使用一次。
assistant; stuff; freeze; recipe; consist of, locate; barrier; cast; discover; adapt; bound; subscribe to; owe
46. ________ in front of the Falls, the hotel provides a front-row view of the Canadian Horseshoe Falls.
47. The cuisine, ________ red-braised pork and fish, smelt extremely delicious.
48. I never ________ the view that success is only measured by wealth and fame.
49. Don’t you think you ________ her an apology for the way you’ve behaved
50. All high-speed trains ________ for Shanghai from all directions had been suspended on Sunday due to the typhoon.
51. He serves as a research ________ , helping professors with lab experiments.
52. The nutritionists claimed they ________ another new and nutritious type of food by the end of last year.
53. Edmonton is ________ cold in winter, with daily temperatures averaging-10℃.
54. As midnight approached, the streetlamp ________ long shadows on the empty road.
55. All the buses ________ with passengers during the rush hour yesterday.
第四部分 写作 (满分25分)
56. 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。
Li Ming was a 17-year-old exchange student from China. With a heart full of dreams and a little bit of nervousness, he flew to the United Kingdom to start a new adventure. He had always imagined what it would be like to walk through the historic streets of England and meet people from different parts of the world. But as soon as he arrived at his new school, he felt a little unsure.
In his new class, Li Ming struggled to start conversations with his British classmates. They spoke so quickly and used words and phrases he didn't understand. When he tried to join their conversations, he felt shy about his accent and worried that he might say something wrong. He also noticed that British students seemed to value their personal space more than he was used to, which made it even harder for him to find the right moment to start a meaningful talk.
Group work was even harder. During a group project in literature class, Li Ming had trouble explaining his ideas clearly, feeling like his ideas were getting lost in translation. And he started to
doubt himself.
Social events outside of class were just as difficult. At a school party, Li Ming watched his classmates laugh, dance, and sing along to the latest pop songs. He felt left out, not knowing the songs or the dance moves. He wanted to join the fun, but the fear of looking silly kept him on the sidelines.
One day, the school announced a talent show, Li Ming, who practiced traditional Chinese kung fu, really wanted to try. While he was hesitating, a group of British students interested in cultural performances invited him to join them. Li Ming agreed.
注意:
1.续写词数应为150个左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
During their practice, the group was amazed by Li Ming’s Chinese kung fu.
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After the show, Li Ming noticed some changes happening.
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