玉溪一中 2024—2025 学年下学期高二年级期中考
英语学科试卷
总分：150 分 考试时间：120 分钟 命题人：杨莹颖、严丽娇 审题人：官佳潞
注意事项：
1. 答题前，考生务必用黑色碳素笔将自己的姓名、班级、准考证号、考场号、座位号填写在
答题卡上。
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需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在
本试卷上无效。
3. 考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
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，
并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有 10 秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What is the woman going to do next
A. Take a rest. B. Buy some chocolate. C. Serve a drink.
2. What makes the woman unsatisfied
A. The slow Internet speed.
B. The huge Internet bill.
C. The heavy workload.
3. What will the man do tomorrow morning
A. Go to the doctor’s.
B. Telephone Dr. Couch.
C. Sign up for a course.
4. What is the best time to visit Niagara Falls according to the woman
A. Summer. B. Autumn. C. Winter.
5. Where are the speakers now
A. In an office. B. In a restaurant. C. In a hotel.
第二节 （共 15 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 22.5 分）
听下面 5 段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有 2 至 4 个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个
选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有 5 秒钟的时间阅读
各个小题；听完后，各小题将给出 5 秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
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听第 6 段材料，回答第 6、7 题。
6. What does the man think of playing on the beach
A. It’s boring. B. It’s relaxing. C. It’s tiring.
7. What does the woman expect to do first
A. Travel to India.
B. Receive some training.
C. Go rock climbing.
听第 7 段材料，回答第 8、9 题。
8. What is the man doing now
A. Asking for advice.
B. Sharing his experience.
C. Giving a swimming class.
9. What does the woman mean in the end
A. She will follow the man’s example.
B. She will turn to her father.
C. She won’t use a stick.
听第 8 段材料，回答第 10 至 13 题。
10. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Co-workers. B. Husband and wife. C. Friends.
11. How did the woman feel about the Party Palace in the beginning
A. Content. B. Disappointed. C. Confused.
12. What will they do at the party
A. Play some games.
B. Exchange presents.
C. Cook dinner for themselves.
13. When will the man arrive at the party
A. At 6:15 p.m. B. At 6:00 p.m. C. At 5:30 p.m.
听第 9 段材料，回答第 14 至 16 题。
14. What does the man suggest having tonight
A. Thai food. B. Japanese food. C. Italian food.
15. What does the woman plan to do
A. Take a day off.
B. Drive back home.
C. Go to the restaurant early.
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16. What time is it now
A. 2:00 p.m. B. 3:00 p.m. C. 5:00 p.m.
听第 10 段材料，回答第 17 至 20 题。
17. Why does the speaker give the talk
A. To attract customers.
B. To recommend a store.
C. To introduce a holiday destination.
18. Which department is the busiest during the holiday season
A. Electronics. B. Kids. C. Clothing.
19. What can the winner of the “Game of Chance” get
A. A gift card. B. A vacation package. C. An e-reader.
20. What should people do if they want to join in the “Game of Chance”
A. Write down their names on cards.
B. Place a box at the exit.
C. Spend no less than 200 dollars.
第二部分 阅读理解（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 和 D 四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
A Guide to the British Museum
The British Museum, located in the heart of London, is one of the world’s most
renowned cultural institutions. Here is what you need to know before visiting:
Highlights of the Collection:
The Rosetta Stone: This ancient artifact, dating back to 196 BC, was key to deciphering
(破解) Egyptian hieroglyphs (象形文字).
The Elgin Marbles: These classical Greek sculptures once decorated the Parthenon in
Athens and are a centerpiece of the museum’s Greek collection.
Egyptian Mummies: The museum’s Egyptian galleries feature an impressive array of
mummies, sarcophagi (石棺), and artifacts from ancient tombs.
Planning Your Visit:
Opening Hours: The museum is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m, with extended
hours on Fridays.
Admission: Entry to the museum is free, but special exhibitions may require a ticket.
Guided Tours: Free guided tours are available daily, offering insights into the
museum’s most famous exhibits. Audio guides can also be rented for a more personalized
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experience.
Tips for Visitors:
Arrive Early: As the museum can get crowded during peak seasons, arriving early
ensures a more relaxed experience.
Download the App: The British Museum’s official app provides maps, exhibit
information, and audio guides.
Respect the Artifacts: Avoid touching exhibits and follow the museum’s photography
guidelines.
The British Museum offers a fascinating journey through human history, making it a
must-visit destination for anyone interested in art, culture, and history. Whether you are a
first-time visitor or a returning guest, there is always something new to discover.
21. What is the main purpose of the article
A. To introduce the museum’s collection.
B. To promote a specific museum exhibition.
C. To provide a guide for visiting the British Museum.
D. To compare the British Museum with other museums.
22. Which service is provided by the museum
A. Free entry to special exhibitions. B. Free guided tours.
C. Free meals. D. Free souvenir gifts.
23. What is recommended for visitors to enhance their experience
A. Making a reservation in advance.
B. Downloading the museum’s official app.
C. Buying a museum’s photography guidebook.
D. Arriving late to ensure a more relaxing experience.
B
Joel Boyers and his wife, Melody Among, were heading home from the Nashville
airport when he received a frantic call from a stranger in Pennsylvania. The caller told
Boyers that her brother and his two daughters were trapped on their roof in Waverly, 60
miles from Nashville. They were surrounded by rising floodwaters caused by heavy rains
and didn’t think they would survive. Desperate, the caller had googled “Nashville
Helicopters,” and Boyers’s company, Helistar Aviation, was the first to pop up. She asked
Boyers for help.
Boyers, 41, looked toward Waverly and saw the storm clouds. “I’ve got a daughter
myself,” Boyers said. “I told the woman I’d try my best.” He put the brother’s address into
his phone, and then he and Among drove back to the airport. Soon, they were in the air,
unprepared for what they were about to see in Waverly.
“As soon as I popped over the hill, it was nothing but raging (猛烈的) water below me,”
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he said. “No one was going to be able to swim in that.” Instead, people were holding onto
anything that didn’t move — roofs, trees, poles. The flooding took out cell phone service,
meaning Boyers couldn’t use his phone to locate the house he was looking for. He flew on
anyway. Maybe he’d get lucky.
At one point, they spotted four people on a roof. They’d been there for two hours, Jeani
Rice-Cranford, who lives nearby, said. She watched from dry land as Boyers’s helicopter
flew toward the victims. Because the roof offered no room for him to land, he had to
attempt a risky balancing act by setting only one skid (起落撬) down while hoping his rotor
(旋翼 ) didn’t hit the roof. Suddenly, “There was a sudden strong wind, and the helicopter
swung,” Rice-Cranford said, “we all held our breath.” Boyers regained control of the
helicopter. Because it was a small helicopter, he transported victims one at a time to nearby
railroad tracks.
Boyers and Among finally rescued 17 people. As for the woman who originally
contacted Boyers, she called back to say that her brother and his daughters had also been
saved.
24. What does the underlined word “frantic” in Paragraph 1 mean
A. Congratulatory. B. Questionable. C. Threatening. D. Desperate.
25. What did Boyers see from the sky after he flew over the hill
A. People were trapped by the floods. B. People were swimming in the water.
C. People were transported by rescuers. D. People were battling to save each other.
26. What can we know about Boyers’s rescue according to Rice-Cranford
A. It was smooth and memorable. B. It was risky and unproductive.
C. It was hair-raising and demanding. D. It was pleasant and praiseworthy.
27. Which of the following can best describe Boyers and Among
A. Thoughtful and sporty. B. Determined and serious.
C. Sociable and public-spirited. D. Courageous and good-hearted.
C
Most people find sugar hard to resist. Our brains need lots of energy and sugary foods
to provide plenty of it. But when calories are too readily available, it is easy to overdo it.
There has been no shortage of research on sugar replacements without the calories, but
evidence from animal and human studies has linked some to weight gain. One promising
alternative is found in the fruit of Synsepalum dulcificum (奇迹果), a plant native to West
Africa. These so-called miracle berries don’t taste sugary themselves, but if you try
something sour afterwards it will taste unusually sweet.
In Benin, the fruit is eaten fresh and is mostly used as a sweetener to have with sour
foods and drinks, says Dedeou from a university in Benin. The berry with miraculin (奇迹果
蛋白) is very appreciated by local consumers, especially the kids and people with diabetes
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(糖尿病).
Despite the miracle berry’s promise as a sugar replacement, it is only produced on a
limited scale and isn’t available worldwide. The berries don’t travel well and the plant is
slow to grow.
To create an alternative source of miraculin, researchers at the University of Tsukuba
in Japan have genetically engineered tomatoes to produce the protein, but this isn’t
necessary, says Tchokponhoue whose team is working to help enlarge the production of
miracle berries in West Africa. Earlier this year, a team at Hainan University in China
published the genome (基因图谱) of Synsepalum dulcificum, which may help.
Spanish start-up Baia Food has plans to promote sustainable growth of the plant in
Ghana and market the dried berries. You can order tablets of freeze-dried miracle berries
online but they are pricey, costing around 18 for a pack of 10. If you can afford it, the
berry’s taste-twisting power is fun to try at home. Let the tablet melt on your tongue, then
try tasting acidic foods, such as lemons. The effect should last between 15 and 60 minutes.
28. What do we know about Synsepalum dulcificum
A. It contains high calories. B. It is related to weight gain.
C. It grows fast in West Africa. D. It doesn’t taste sweet itself.
29. What is the problem with miracle berries
A. They are difficult to produce and transport.
B. They are not as healthy as expected.
C. They are not liked by consumers.
D. They have a short-term effect.
30. What can we say about tablets of freeze-dried miracle berries from the last paragraph
A. They are sour. B. They are accessible.
C. They are inexpensive. D. They are adaptable.
31. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. Miracle Berries: A Promising Sugar Substitute
B. Miracle Berries: A Popular Fruit in Benin
C. Miracle Berries: A Costly Product Online
D. Miracle Berries: A Genetically Engineered Wonder
D
People use baby talk when speaking to a baby or small child. It turns out that dolphin
mothers also use a sort of baby talk. A study published found that female bottlenose
dolphins change their tone and length of their whistle when addressing their young.
The research team recorded signature whistles of 19 mother dolphins living in the
Sarasota Bay of Florida and found that the length and tone of the sounds changed for all the
19 moms. The study describing the findings was recently published in Proceedings of the
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National Academy of Sciences.
Obtaining the data was no simple task. Microphones were repeatedly placed on the
same wild dolphin mothers to capture the recordings. On average, young dolphins stay with
their mothers for about three years in Sarasota Bay. The research was carried out over more
than 30 years.
Why people, dolphins or other creatures use baby talk isn’t certain, but scientists
believe it may help the young to learn to pronounce novel sounds. Research dating back to
the 1980s suggests that human babies may pay more attention to speech with a wide range
of tones. Female Rhesus monkeys (横河猴 ) may change their calls to attract and hold a
young monkey’s attention. And zebra finch birds use higher tones and slow down their
songs to address their young, perhaps making it easier to learn birdsong.
For the dolphin study, the researchers focused only on the signature call, so they don’t
know if dolphins also use baby talk for other exchanges — or whether it helps their kids
learn to “talk”.
“It would make sense if there are similar adaptations in bottlenose dolphins — a long
lived and highly acoustic (声音型的 ) species, where the young must learn to pronounce
many sounds to communicate,” said Frants Jensen, a behavioral ecologist and a study
co-author. Another possible reason for using specific tones is to catch the kids’ attention.
“It’s really important for the baby animal to know ‘Oh, Mom is here and talking to me
now,’” added Janet Mann, a marine biologist at Georgetown University.
32. What can we learn from the study
A. Baby dolphins are raised to learn unique baby talk.
B. Mother dolphins’ whistle sounds like that of humans.
C. Mother dolphins speak to their babies in special tones.
D. Baby dolphins can tell their mothers’ whistle from others’.
33. What is Paragraph 3 mainly about
A. The difficulty in recording the data. B. The findings from the data analysis.
C. The assessment of the research result. D. The procedures to conduct the research.
34. Why are the examples in Paragraph 4 mentioned
A. To illustrate a definition. B. To challenge a theory.
C. To support an assumption. D. To make a comparison.
35. What might be a reason for a mother dolphin’s baby talk according to Janet Mann
A. To help the kids to pronounce new sounds.
B. To make the kids aware of her presence.
C. To build a deep connection with the kids.
D. To protect the kids from potential enemies.
第二节 （共 5 小题；每小题 2.5 分， 满分 12.5 分）
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阅读短文内容, 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。
Have your ever started your day feeling unbeatable, only to feel exhausted by the time
you get into bed 36 Try the following routines to help you sail through the day.
Practice gratitude. As you wake up, whether naturally or through your alarm, pause for
a few seconds. 37 It may be a photograph of someone you love, your stylish new
bedside table, or just being alive and being offered a new day. Take in the positivity and
bathe in it for a few moments before continuing your day.
Exhale (呼出) your tension. If you feel anxious or stressed as you wake up, take a few
minutes to do an exercise to deal with the tension. Stand tall and bring both hands to your
chest. Inhale, and then exhale as you open your arms and reach down to touch the floor.
This will stretch your body and oxygenate your brain. 38
Check in with yourself. On your way to work, take a time to “check in with yourself”.
Think through your goals for the day. 39 Allow yourself to feel the positivity
associated with those achievements. This visualization exercise is a simple way to build
positive intention, create focus, and boost your motivation and confidence for the day.
40 Be aware of not automatically reaching for your phone to check emails or
social media as it can put you into a reactive mode rather than keeping your mind clear to
choose how you want to go about in your day, and how you intend to respond instead of just
reacting to events and people. The more you are able to stay centered and connected to
yourself, the less likely you will stress out.
A. Brighten your day.
B. Focus on your day.
C. Teach the body to sense it is safe.
D. And imagine yourself completing them well.
E. Thus you process your tension and feel more positive.
F. Look around the room for something you are grateful for.
G. The daily ups and downs weaken your energy and leave you low.
第三部分 语言知识运用（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 和 D 四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I was once troubled by scars. It is common that people are 41 of the scars they
have on their bodies. However, to me, scars shine a light on who a person 42 is.
I was born in the year 2000. Ten days after I was born, I had my first surgery, 43 my
first of many scars. I consider myself to be quite different because my 44 are rare and
very few people have the same scar as I do. It’s 45 , like me.
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Then, after several more months of going in and out of the hospital, I received my biggest
and most 46 scar from a six-hour open-heart surgery. This one 47 all the way
vertically (垂直地) down my chest. 48 , the heart is a symbol of love, so I see this scar
as representative of my 49 to love and my perseverance. Today, I am completely
healthy. 50 I still go to the hospital for yearly check-ups, my heart condition does not
hinder (阻碍) my abilities in any way. If it weren’t for my 51 , nobody would know I
am any different from the next person.
The thing is, I 52 my scars. I wear them as badges of courage and survival. I
often 53 why they would want to hide their best stories. I don’t know why they call
their survival an 54 . If you have a scar, big or small, be 55 . It’s part of who
you are.
41. A. emotive B. conscious C. ashamed D. independent
42. A. constantly B. naturally C. suddenly D. truly
43. A. removing B. gaining C. analyzing D. seizing
44. A. inferences B. emotions C. conditions D. divisions
45. A. shallow B. unique C. protective D. intense
46. A. meaningful B. mysterious C. tolerable D. cruel
47. A. runs B. disappears C. leads D. moves
48. A. Literally B. Eventually C. Generally D. Alternatively
49. A. ability B. dream C. application D. plan
50. A. When B. As C. Because D. Although
51. A. accidents B. wish C. scars D. nerves
52. A. love B. forget C. avoid D. cure
53. A. repair B. wonder C. describe D. inform
54. A. advantage B. absence C. innovation D. imperfection
55. A. guilty B. aware C. envious D. proud
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。
Qian Xuesen, 56 led China’s space and rocketry programmes, is a gifted
rocket scientist. He was born in Shanghai in 1911. He 57 (admit) into Shanghai
Jiao Tong University in 1929. In 1934, he won 58 scholarship and in 1935 he left
China to study at the Massachusettes Institute of Technology. One year 59 (late),
he went to the California Institute of Technology to start graduate studies under Theodore von
Kármán, a world-famous professor of aerodynamics (空气动力学). From 1938 to 1955, Qian
stayed in America, working with Kármán to research aerodynamics, rocketry and missiles (导
弹). Despite his high salary and comfortable life in the US, Qian always remained 60
(concern) about his home country’s development. In 1955, Qian braved all the difficulties and
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made his way back to China. Upon his 61 (arrive), Qian Xuesen, together 62
dynamics expert Qian Weichang, founded the Institute of Mechanics. Then Qian set out
63 (lead) China’s missile and rocketry programmes. His expertise was instrumental in
China’s “Two Bombs, One satellite” project. Uninterested in fortune and fame, Qian devoted
his life to 64 (rebuild) the nation. “As a Chinese technician, my life’s purpose is to
serve the people.” Qian died on Oct. 31, 2009. The Chinese people will never forget his
65 (remark) contributions.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分 40 分）
第一节 （满分 15 分）
假如你是校学生会主席李华，为庆祝我校建校 100周年，学校近期将举行一次创意绘画比赛。
请写一则书面通知，刊登到你校校报的英语专栏上。内容包括：
1. 作品主题：我最喜欢的校园一角；
2. 作品提交方式及截止时间；
3. 获奖作品的展出方式。
注意：1. 词数 80 左右；
2. 可适当增加细节，使行文连贯。
参考词汇：参考词汇：Creative Painting Contest 创意绘画比赛
Notice
Students’ Union
第二节 （满分 25分）
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。
“Anybody have a bandage (绷带) ” a voice echoed down the dorm hallway. That was a
common scene frequently happening in our first week at college when we were all
experiencing “forgot-this-or-that.” I had forgotten to bring snacks for late-night hunger.
Some poor girl in the dorm had apparently forgotten bandages. We all felt a little displaced.
Several months before, I sat at my high school graduation party admiring my gifts and
battling waves of post-high school emotions. The usual and beloved inspirational books
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were lying in disorder around my feet, silently announcing the wealth of wisdom they
wished to share. A small pile of personal checks lay nearby. Laundry items, desk supplies,
sewing things — all well-intentioned and well-received. They would demonstrate their
givers’ thoughtfulness over and over during my college career. But one gift struck me as
strange. I frowned when I opened it. A first-aid kit Inside it were a small packet of pills,
pain-killers, creams, ointments (药膏), an insect sprayer (喷雾), a tape, pads of gauze (纱
布)and bandages. Who would give that as a gift “You’ll need that once you’re at school,”
Mom pointed out. “You won’t have to chase down the campus nurse for every cough. ” I
shrugged at this thought. Not long after, in August, I packed my life into a borrowed truck
and slipped the first-aid kit in with my luggage. I barely thought about it once I reached
campus, busy unpacking, book-buying, scheduling and meeting new friends.
One day, I was peacefully sitting in my room, absorbed in preparing my studies. The
quiet atmosphere was suddenly broken by a sharp scream, “Anybody have a bandage
Emily got her arm burnt!” The voice echoed through the dormitory hall, instantly throwing
residents into a state of confusion and alarm.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为 150左右；
2. 请按如下格式作答。
I remembered my little first-aid kit.
Years later, I received a party invitation from a young friend who was graduating from
high school.
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英语学科参考答案
第一部分 听力（共 20小题；每小题 1.5分，满分 30分）
1—5 CAACB 6 —10 ABBCB 11—15 CABAC 16—20 BABCC
第二部分 阅读理解（共 20 小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分 50 分）
21-23 CBB 24-27 DACD 28-31 DABA 32-35 CACB
36-40 GFEDB
第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分 45 分）
第一节 (共 20 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 30 分）
41— 45 CDBCB 46 —50 AACAD 51 —55 CABDD
第二节 (共 10 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分）
56. who 57. was admitted 58. a 59. later 60. concerned
61. arrival/arriving 62. with 63. to lead 64. rebuilding 65. remarkable
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分 35 分）
第一节 (共 10 小题；每小题 1分，满分 15 分）
Notice
To celebrate the 100th anniversary of our school, the Students’ Union is thrilled to announce a
Creative Painting Contest.
All students are invited to express your artistic talent and share your unique connection with our
beloved campus. The theme is “My Favorite Campus Spot”, such as the library, sports field, or any
meaningful corner. Submit your artwork by May 15th via email to artcontest@. Outstanding
works will be featured on the school website, displayed on campus bulletin boards, and showcased at the
anniversary ceremony. Winners will also receive certificates and special souvenirs.
Don’t miss this chance to leave your mark on our school’s history! For inquiries, contact Li Hua at
lihua@.
Students’ Union
第二节 书面表达 (满分 25 分）
I remembered my little first-aid kit. Grabbing my package in no time, I stormed into the hall where I
saw Emily sitting on the floor, her face contorted in pain, her arm reddened and swollen. Kneeling beside
her and gently unwrapping the first-aid kit, I quickly yet carefully cleaned the burned area with the
antiseptic cream, applied a gauze pad to the burn, and secured it with a bandage. Emily’s eyes were filled
with tears, but she still managed a grateful nod. “Thank you,” she whispered, her voice hoarse. “It’s
okay,” I reassured her. Soon, many of the other girls heard of my little kit and paid me a visit for various
needs. The little gift I had questioned now led me toward new friendships. As it broke diseases, it also
broke the ice, allowing me to meet and befriend many in the dorm.
Years later, I received a party invitation from a young friend who was graduating from high
school. Eager as I was to attend her party, I was at a loss what gift to prepare. Then like a bolt out of the
blue, memories of my own party rushed back to me, and I smiled at the opportunity presenting itself. As I
drove to the pharmacy, I knew exactly what gift I would give her: a first-aid kit. When I arrived at her
party with the very gift for her, her eyes widened in surprise at it, exactly as what I did years ago. I
smiled and explained the depth and meaning behind my choice. It was not just a first-aid kit but a chance
to be a friend. Knowing the whole story, she took it and winked at me, “Yes, it is bandage for bond”.
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Text 1
W: A cup of hot chocolate
M: That would be great. It’s so gray out. Hot chocolate can make my day.
W: No problem. Take a seat. It will be ready in a few minutes. (1)
gray 【熟词生义】（天气）昏暗的；阴沉的
make sb.’s day 使某人非常高兴
Text 2
W:Marc, we urgently need to change the Internet service provider. It takes ages to download a file,
which makes it impossible to work at home. (2)
M: But I just paid the bill for the next six months. I’ll call them now. Maybe they can solve this kind of
problem if we complain.
Internet service provider 互联网服务供应商，缩写为 ISP。
Text 3
M: Lucy, could you help me book an appointment to go for a check-up at Vista Health Clinic
There’s something wrong with my stomach while I’m taking a swimming course.
W: Do you want me to call Dr. Couch, Mr. Woods
M: Yes, please.
W: Okay, I’ll make your appointment for tomorrow morning. (3)
Text 4
W: Now is the best time to visit Niagara Falls. The temperature there is minus 20 degrees Celsius. (4)
M: Oh, has it frozen
W: The news reporter said that it’s almost frozen.
M: I would definitely like to see that. I used to visit it in summer and fall.
Text 5
W: I want some French fries right now. How could they possibly not have them on the menu here
M: No idea. That’s pretty strange.
W: We’d better call the manager over. He must know the reason, or he could ask the chef to make
them for us. (5)
Text 6
M: I feel like a different trip next time. I’m sick and tired of staying at the beach all day long. (6)
W: Do you have anything in mind
M: Yes. As a matter of fact, I searched online and found an attractive place — Indian Creek. It is only a
few hours’ drive from our home.
W: OK. And what can we do there (7)
M:We can go mountain biking and rock climbing. (7)
W: Fine, I’m in. But we should be given instruction in safety first. You know, rock climbing is
rather dangerous. (7)
Indian Creek 印第安溪谷，位于美国犹他州，是世界著名的传统攀岩训练场。
Text 7（第 8题为推断题）
W:What do you think is the best way to learn to swim
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M: I don’t know the best way, but I can tell you my story. One day in my childhood, my dad just put me
into a swimming pool, gave me a stick and told me to swim.
W: Did it help
M: Yes. After a couple of hours, I could swim on my own.
W: But how
M: He was holding the stick on one end, and I was holding the other. He kept pulling me with it
around the pool. That was how I learned to float. (9)
W:Wow! That’s so cool. How old were you then
M: I think 6 or 7 years old.
W: I see. Hmm, that sounds impossible to me now. I might be made fun of if I follow your example
at the age of 18. (9)
Text 8（第 10题为推断题）
W:Mr. Anderson is about to throw a New Year’s party at the Party Palace this Friday. You are also
invited. (11)
M: The Party Palace on Sheen Lane Isn’t it for kids (11)
W: I had the same question in the beginning, (11) but apparently, they arrange parties for adults too.
(12)
M:What are we going to do there Play balloons and some tag-like games (12)
W: Ha-ha, no. There will be a buffet dinner with an open bar. And we can go bowling and play
cards. (12)
M: Huh, sounds like fun. Do we need to bring presents
W: That’s not necessary.
M: Okay.What time does the party begin (13) I need to let my department head know that I will leave
earlier that day. We can ask my mom to pick up Bill from school.
W: It starts at 6:30 p.m. You can arrive around 6:15 p.m. Would that be OK with you (13)
M: Yep, perfect. My meeting will finish at 5:30 p.m. I’ll call a taxi then and arrive in half an hour.
(13)
Text 9
M: Tonight I will take you to a new restaurant instead of doing the cooking ourselves. (14)What do
you say
W: I’ll say yes. I will leave work early today, around 5:00.
M: How come so early
W: My work is expected to finish by then. You know, my work schedule is fairly flexible.
M: Okay. A new Thai place just opened on Greek Street. All the cooks there are from Thailand, so
the food is supposed to be very authentic. (14) I’ve been feeling bored with Italian pizza and
Japanese sushi.
W: So have I. I really hope the restaurant has chicken pineapple fried rice. I just can’t get enough of it.
M: I’m sure it does. That’s one of the traditional Thai dishes. Should I book a table for 7:00 then
(15)
W: This talk made me really hungry. I could eat a horse right now. Can we go there in advance (15)
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M: OK. I’ll try to finish my assignment by 5:00 too. (16) In this case we can get to the restaurant by
6:00 p.m.
W: Yes, fantastic!
M: Good. I’ll drive to your office when I’m done with my work. I hope I won’t be held up in the
rush-hour traffic.
W: There are still two hours till the end of your work. (16) I can’t wait!
chicken pineapple fried rice 凤梨鸡饭
can’t get enough of sth. / sb. 对某物/某人如痴如狂
Text 10（第 17题为推断题）
Hello, everyone. As we’ve done in recent years, we have no reason to hide from you our
specials and discounts for the holiday season. (18) The shopping carnival is upon us, and we know
how important it is for you to find the perfect gifts for every member of your family and friends. So here
we are! The selection of sweaters is amazing, and if you buy three, you can choose another one for free.
And we make the same deal with the shoes: the fourth pair of Puma sneakers is on us. Nowhere is this
busier than the kids department at this time of year. (18) You can find a huge variety of Lego toys,
educational puzzles, robots and many more. For teenagers, they usually show great interest in electronics.
Their unchangeable No. 1 choice is a PlayStation. This year we have a special “Game of Chance” for
you. The gifts won’t be gift cards or vacation packages. They are e-readers. (19) All you have to do
is spend at least $200 in our shop, write down your name on the check and place it in the box at the
exit. (20) We will announce the winner on January e and see in person. Looking forward to
seeing you at our local Walmart store.
carnival 狂欢节；嘉年华
PlayStation 简称 PS，是索尼公司推出的游戏机系列。
vacation package 度假套餐
Now, it’s very important for you to bring your lunch. We will provide water and some fruit, so don’t
worry about that. We’re going to eat on the beach in front of the Ocean Park, and there won’t be a
chance to buy anything, so you must bring your own.
It’s going to be a really interesting trip. There are a few special events the day we are going. We’re
going to watch the sharks being fed at 3:00 no, hold on, that’s at 2:30. There’s also a talk every
morning at 11. The topics change every day and often they talk about fish, but on the day we’re going
— that’s next Tuesday — it’s about penguins, so I’m sure you’ll all love that. We’ll give you some
worksheets to do while you’re at the Ocean Park, but don’t worry, they’ll be quite easy.
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