Unit 2 A life’s work
Ⅰ.阅读理解(每题2.5分,共20分)
A
It was a cold May morning when I received an email from an old friend inviting me to join a 10-day all-girls surf trip.I knew I had to say yes.The trip seemed simple enough.10 women aged 30 to 45,all complete strangers,were to meet on the coast of Portugal to try something new:surfing in the Atlantic Ocean.I have always loved travelling,so I eagerly sent an email to my boss asking for time off to make the trip.
If there’s one thing I’ve learnt over my past 33 years,it’s that adults typically spend their days mastering the things they’ve done before.It seems like we pride ourselves on becoming experts in whatever field we’ve fallen into,knowing more about less.Now,in theory,this is a great strategy,as it allows you to become really good at one particular thing,but it also kind of ends up leaving some skills lacking.
I met my new surfing companions on the grass of the hotel lawn in a small surf town called Ericeira.Despite our different personalities and backgrounds,we were all united in a strong desire to challenge ourselves,learn,tackle and grow.
The shores at Ericeira,where beginners learn to surf,are shallow and covered with slippery rocks.They make for softer waves but are difficult to ride.
Guided by our amazing coaches,together,we faced the waves.Sometimes,it poured with rain,and the waves crashed around us,but we were still out there.And with every slip and fall,words of encouragement filled the air.Honestly,I probably spent most of my days frozen to the bone,but that didn’t matter because a new level of genuine joy and personal achievement had been unlocked.
Learning a new skill taught me the humility (谦虚) that can come from doing badly at something new,and the pride that develops when you finally manage to grasp something you’ve been working on.While surfing might not be my lifelong passion,trying it out inspired me to take more risks in life.You never know what you’re capable of if you don’t go out there and try.
( )1.What inspired the author to join the surf trip
[A] Her love for seashore surfing.
[B] Her desire to make new friends.
[C] Her need to take a break from work.
[D] Her passion for exploring something new.
( )2.What does the author think of adults’ focusing on mastering one field
[A] It hurts one’s pride.
[B] It narrows one’s potential.
[C] It promotes one’s career success.
[D] It broadens one’s view of the world.
( )3.Which words can best describe the author’s surfing experience
[A] Relaxing but dangerous.
[B] Tough and uninteresting.
[C] Challenging but rewarding.
[D] Surprising and unforgettable.
( )4.What can be inferred about the author
[A] She used to lack confidence in herself.
[B] She determined to become an expert surfer.
[C] She discovered her lifelong passion after the trip.
[D] She was more willing to try new experiences in life.
B
Lima,the capital of Peru,is the world’s second largest desert city.The region is water-stressed.The annual rainfall is less than 4 cm.Access to water is an ongoing problem for the residents of this place.
When industrial engineer Abel Cruz was a boy,his weekly work was to climb down a valley in the foothills of the Peruvian Andes to fetch the family’s water from a spring.“It was downhill from the house,far away and steep,” he says.Cruz began dreaming up better ways to collect water.Then he noticed that subtropical plants capture rain and mist with their wide leaves.Actually Lima doesn’t lack in humidity (湿度).Located in the foothills of the Andes Mountains,it is close to the Pacific Ocean,which ensures that blankets of dense fog roll in for three-quarters of a year.Eventually,Abel Cruz struck upon the idea of a fog net.
Each upraised net is 20 square metres,where micro-droplets of water suspended in the foggy atmosphere condense (凝结) and drip down into collection tanks.Approximately 200 to 400 litres of water is collected daily from each net.Locals can fetch it in buckets for small-scale farming.Working in Lima with support from the Creating Water Foundation,Cruz has installed over 3,600 nets on hillsides around the city to capture fog drifting from the Pacific Ocean.Cruz raised funds for hundreds of nets in Peru with his revolutionary initiative. He aims to set up even more fog harvesters,and to treat the water to make it drinkable.
“The planet has less and less fresh water,” Cruz points out,“because the glaciers that are natural reservoirs are disappearing.So we must find a way to accumulate and save water for times of drought.” The technology is life-changing for many families who normally have to rely on water tanks being delivered to them.His approach brings rural development.Moreover, he is also trying to bring healthy and clean water to urban areas lacking water.
( )5.Why does the author mention Cruz’s childhood experience in Paragraph 2
[A] To illustrate the urgency of reducing poverty.
[B] To highlight his responsibility for the family.
[C] To trace the origin of Cruz’s great invention.
[D] To stress Lima’s terrible geographical conditions.
( )6.What do we know about Cruz’s invention
[A] It was inspired by subtropical plants.
[B] It used collection tanks to condense water.
[C] It lowered costs in building irrigation channels.
[D] It solved the drinking water issue with fog harvesters.
( )7.What may Abel Cruz’s efforts lead to
[A] Guaranteeing crop harvests in Peru.
[B] Promoting the recycle of water resources.
[C] Ending poverty by improving traditional farming.
[D] Improving the life quality for people in water-stressed areas.
( )8.What’s the author’s purpose in writing the passage
[A] To describe the functions of an innovative fog-catcher.
[B] To call people’s attention to the worsening water crisis.
[C] To seek more support in raising funds for water collection.
[D] To introduce Abel Cruz’s invention and its great significance.
Ⅱ.七选五(每题2.5分,共12.5分)
Supporting Others
We’re always being told that the secret to happiness lies in helping others.Indeed,it’s natural to want to support those we care about,especially if we are in a position to do so.1.
When we offer support,it may not always be wanted.2. In this case,offering support in the manner of “...if I were you,I would...” can feel like a scolding rather than support.If our support feels conditional,it can feel burdensome.
3. When someone is trying to manage illness or a house move,just saying “What would help you today ” can be amazingly supportive.Or,suggest what you can do for them: picking up some shopping,taking the dog for a walk.Even if it’s not needed,just knowing you’ve been thought of can be supportive in itself.
Try to be mindful of offering support that is disabling,rather than enabling.My son,when aged five,wanted to make a cup of tea.I could see how inspiring it was for him to be able to do this.So I filled the kettle and took him through the safety measures.It felt like a huge risk but it worked.His pleasure was immeasurable.The same principle applies when we offer support that increases someone else’s capacity.4.
Sometimes the only support that’s needed is to listen without judgement.5. This reassures them that someone cares enough to listen while they ground themselves.When times are tough,remember to keep things stable.Waiting until the storm has passed is all it takes.
Support often works best when it’s a two-way process.It is good to know how to accept help from others as well as offer support to them.
A.Here are the pros and cons of supporting others.
B.Just be there,while someone lets out their feelings.
C.Ask what support is needed and provide a practical one.
D.This can often be a bigger gift than just doing it for them.
E.But we can do more by thinking about the support we offer.
F.Because being judgmental can only make someone annoyed.
G.Sometimes people are trying to manage life in their own way.
Ⅲ.语法填空(每题1.5分,共15分)
(2024-2025学年重庆名校联盟高三检测)
Walking into the Beijing-based studio of Belgian designer Jehanne,one will 1. (draw) to the robes (长袍) 2. (decorate) with beautiful handwritten English words.These elegant dresses seem to be entirely western style,3. a closer look will show the presence of four Chinese characters: Miao Zu Shi Shi,which can be translated as “epics (史诗) of the Miao ethnic group”.
Jehanne first got into handicrafts when she was 5 and started a new creative chapter
4. an artist in 2021,when she was invited to go to Guizhou for inspiration.“I arrived there and immediately realized there was 5. (remark) craftsmanship,including embroidery (刺绣) and handweaving,” she said.According to Jehanne,the craftsmanship in Guizhou has its unique artisanal 6. (excellent) and also gives an introduction to the culture and tradition of the Miao people.“The history,the culture,and the beliefs are coded into the weaving,” she added.
The embroidery of China’s Miao minority,7. ethnic group mainly living in the country’s southern regions,8. (be) an incredible artistic tradition lasting for more than 2,000 years.“9. I find fascinating about Miao embroidery is that it carries the story of their beliefs and lives.I want to celebrate that beauty by creating collections 10. (bring) the past into the future and promote Miao needlework among younger generations nationwide,” Jehanne said.
Unit 2 A life’s work
Ⅰ.阅读理解(每题2.5分,共20分)
A
It was a cold May morning when I received an email from an old friend inviting me to join a 10-day all-girls surf trip.I knew I had to say yes.The trip seemed simple enough.10 women aged 30 to 45,all complete strangers,were to meet on the coast of Portugal to try something new:surfing in the Atlantic Ocean.I have always loved travelling,so I eagerly sent an email to my boss asking for time off to make the trip.
If there’s one thing I’ve learnt over my past 33 years,it’s that adults typically spend their days mastering the things they’ve done before.It seems like we pride ourselves on becoming experts in whatever field we’ve fallen into,knowing more about less.Now,in theory,this is a great strategy,as it allows you to become really good at one particular thing,but it also kind of ends up leaving some skills lacking.
I met my new surfing companions on the grass of the hotel lawn in a small surf town called Ericeira.Despite our different personalities and backgrounds,we were all united in a strong desire to challenge ourselves,learn,tackle and grow.
The shores at Ericeira,where beginners learn to surf,are shallow and covered with slippery rocks.They make for softer waves but are difficult to ride.
Guided by our amazing coaches,together,we faced the waves.Sometimes,it poured with rain,and the waves crashed around us,but we were still out there.And with every slip and fall,words of encouragement filled the air.Honestly,I probably spent most of my days frozen to the bone,but that didn’t matter because a new level of genuine joy and personal achievement had been unlocked.
Learning a new skill taught me the humility (谦虚) that can come from doing badly at something new,and the pride that develops when you finally manage to grasp something you’ve been working on.While surfing might not be my lifelong passion,trying it out inspired me to take more risks in life.You never know what you’re capable of if you don’t go out there and try.
[语篇导读] 本文是记叙文。文章主要讲了五月的一天,作者受朋友的邀请,和一些陌生人去冲浪,这次经历让作者意识到挑战自我、走出舒适区的乐趣。
( )1.What inspired the author to join the surf trip
[A] Her love for seashore surfing.
[B] Her desire to make new friends.
[C] Her need to take a break from work.
[D] Her passion for exploring something new.
【答案】 D
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第一段中的“10 women aged 30 to 45...to try something new”可知,作者去参加冲浪旅行的动机是她想要去尝试一些新鲜的事物,D项符合题意。故选D。
( )2.What does the author think of adults’ focusing on mastering one field
[A] It hurts one’s pride.
[B] It narrows one’s potential.
[C] It promotes one’s career success.
[D] It broadens one’s view of the world.
【答案】 B
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第二段的最后一句可知,成年人专注于掌握一个领域能让你变得真正擅长一件特定的事情,但它最终也会让你缺乏一些技能。由此可知,成年人专注于掌握一个领域会限制一个人的潜力。故选B。
( )3.Which words can best describe the author’s surfing experience
[A] Relaxing but dangerous.
[B] Tough and uninteresting.
[C] Challenging but rewarding.
[D] Surprising and unforgettable.
【答案】 C
【解析】 推理判断题。根据第四段的内容和第五段中的“Sometimes,it poured with rain...filled the air.”可知,这次旅行富有挑战性;再根据第五段中的“a new level of genuine joy and personal achievement had been unlocked”和最后一段中的“Learning a new skill taught me...take more risks in life.”可知,这次旅行让作者很有收获,很值得。故选C。
( )4.What can be inferred about the author
[A] She used to lack confidence in herself.
[B] She determined to become an expert surfer.
[C] She discovered her lifelong passion after the trip.
[D] She was more willing to try new experiences in life.
【答案】 D
【解析】 推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“While surfing might not...go out there and try.”可知,尝试冲浪激发了作者在生活中变得更大胆。如果你不去尝试,你永远不知道自己能做什么。由此可以推断,作者更愿意尝试生活中的新体验。故选D。
B
Lima,the capital of Peru,is the world’s second largest desert city.The region is water-stressed.The annual rainfall is less than 4 cm.Access to water is an ongoing problem for the residents of this place.
When industrial engineer Abel Cruz was a boy,his weekly work was to climb down a valley in the foothills of the Peruvian Andes to fetch the family’s water from a spring.“It was downhill from the house,far away and steep,” he says.Cruz began dreaming up better ways to collect water.Then he noticed that subtropical plants capture rain and mist with their wide leaves.Actually Lima doesn’t lack in humidity (湿度).Located in the foothills of the Andes Mountains,it is close to the Pacific Ocean,which ensures that blankets of dense fog roll in for three-quarters of a year.Eventually,Abel Cruz struck upon the idea of a fog net.
Each upraised net is 20 square metres,where micro-droplets of water suspended in the foggy atmosphere condense (凝结) and drip down into collection tanks.Approximately 200 to 400 litres of water is collected daily from each net.Locals can fetch it in buckets for small-scale farming.Working in Lima with support from the Creating Water Foundation,Cruz has installed over 3,600 nets on hillsides around the city to capture fog drifting from the Pacific Ocean.Cruz raised funds for hundreds of nets in Peru with his revolutionary initiative. He aims to set up even more fog harvesters,and to treat the water to make it drinkable.
“The planet has less and less fresh water,” Cruz points out,“because the glaciers that are natural reservoirs are disappearing.So we must find a way to accumulate and save water for times of drought.” The technology is life-changing for many families who normally have to rely on water tanks being delivered to them.His approach brings rural development.Moreover, he is also trying to bring healthy and clean water to urban areas lacking water.
[语篇导读] 本文是新闻报道。文章主要报道了一位名叫亚伯·克鲁兹的工业工程师通过观察和思考,利用利马的湿度和雾气,设计了一种捕雾网来收集水分,解决了当地的用水问题。
( )5.Why does the author mention Cruz’s childhood experience in Paragraph 2
[A] To illustrate the urgency of reducing poverty.
[B] To highlight his responsibility for the family.
[C] To trace the origin of Cruz’s great invention.
[D] To stress Lima’s terrible geographical conditions.
【答案】 C
【解析】 推理判断题。根据第二段中的“When industrial engineer...better ways to collect water.”可知,本段提到克鲁兹的童年经历是为了追寻克鲁兹伟大发明的起源。故选C。
( )6.What do we know about Cruz’s invention
[A] It was inspired by subtropical plants.
[B] It used collection tanks to condense water.
[C] It lowered costs in building irrigation channels.
[D] It solved the drinking water issue with fog harvesters.
【答案】 A
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Then he noticed that...the idea of a fog net.”可知,克鲁兹的发明的灵感来自亚热带植物。故选A。
( )7.What may Abel Cruz’s efforts lead to
[A] Guaranteeing crop harvests in Peru.
[B] Promoting the recycle of water resources.
[C] Ending poverty by improving traditional farming.
[D] Improving the life quality for people in water-stressed areas.
【答案】 D
【解析】 推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“The technology is life-changing...brings rural development.”可知,克鲁兹的努力会改善缺水地区人民的生活质量。故选D。
( )8.What’s the author’s purpose in writing the passage
[A] To describe the functions of an innovative fog-catcher.
[B] To call people’s attention to the worsening water crisis.
[C] To seek more support in raising funds for water collection.
[D] To introduce Abel Cruz’s invention and its great significance.
【答案】 D
【解析】 推理判断题。文章第一段点明用水是一个持续存在的问题,后文对克鲁兹的发明做了详细介绍,并描述了该项发明对解决当地居民用水问题的巨大意义。由此可推断出作者写该篇文章的目的是介绍克鲁兹的发明及其意义。故选D。
Ⅱ.七选五(每题2.5分,共12.5分)
Supporting Others
We’re always being told that the secret to happiness lies in helping others.Indeed,it’s natural to want to support those we care about,especially if we are in a position to do so.1.
When we offer support,it may not always be wanted.2. In this case,offering support in the manner of “...if I were you,I would...” can feel like a scolding rather than support.If our support feels conditional,it can feel burdensome.
3. When someone is trying to manage illness or a house move,just saying “What would help you today ” can be amazingly supportive.Or,suggest what you can do for them: picking up some shopping,taking the dog for a walk.Even if it’s not needed,just knowing you’ve been thought of can be supportive in itself.
Try to be mindful of offering support that is disabling,rather than enabling.My son,when aged five,wanted to make a cup of tea.I could see how inspiring it was for him to be able to do this.So I filled the kettle and took him through the safety measures.It felt like a huge risk but it worked.His pleasure was immeasurable.The same principle applies when we offer support that increases someone else’s capacity.4.
Sometimes the only support that’s needed is to listen without judgement.5. This reassures them that someone cares enough to listen while they ground themselves.When times are tough,remember to keep things stable.Waiting until the storm has passed is all it takes.
Support often works best when it’s a two-way process.It is good to know how to accept help from others as well as offer support to them.
A.Here are the pros and cons of supporting others.
B.Just be there,while someone lets out their feelings.
C.Ask what support is needed and provide a practical one.
D.This can often be a bigger gift than just doing it for them.
E.But we can do more by thinking about the support we offer.
F.Because being judgmental can only make someone annoyed.
G.Sometimes people are trying to manage life in their own way.
[语篇导读] 本文是议论文。文章介绍了我们应该如何支持他人以及在支持他人的过程中应注意些什么。
1.【答案】 E
【解析】 根据空前句可知,E项承接上文,且选项中的“thinking about the support we offer”与下文中的“When we...always be wanted.”相呼应。故选E。
2.【答案】 G
【解析】 设空处应承上启下,G项与上文中的“it may not always be wanted”以及下文中的“In this case”相呼应。故选G。
3.【答案】 C
【解析】 根据空后句可知,C项符合语境,选项中的“Ask what support is needed”与下文中的“just saying ‘What would help you today ’”相呼应。故选C。
4.【答案】 D
【解析】 根据空前句可知,D项符合语境。选项中的“This”正是指代上文中的“we offer...capacity”。故选D。
5.【答案】 B
【解析】 根据空前句可知,B项符合语境。选项中的“Just be there”承接上文中的“to listen without judgement”。故选B。
Ⅲ.语法填空(每题1.5分,共15分)
(2024-2025学年重庆名校联盟高三检测)
Walking into the Beijing-based studio of Belgian designer Jehanne,one will 1. (draw) to the robes (长袍) 2. (decorate) with beautiful handwritten English words.These elegant dresses seem to be entirely western style,3. a closer look will show the presence of four Chinese characters: Miao Zu Shi Shi,which can be translated as “epics (史诗) of the Miao ethnic group”.
Jehanne first got into handicrafts when she was 5 and started a new creative chapter
4. an artist in 2021,when she was invited to go to Guizhou for inspiration.“I arrived there and immediately realized there was 5. (remark) craftsmanship,including embroidery (刺绣) and handweaving,” she said.According to Jehanne,the craftsmanship in Guizhou has its unique artisanal 6. (excellent) and also gives an introduction to the culture and tradition of the Miao people.“The history,the culture,and the beliefs are coded into the weaving,” she added.
The embroidery of China’s Miao minority,7. ethnic group mainly living in the country’s southern regions,8. (be) an incredible artistic tradition lasting for more than 2,000 years.“9. I find fascinating about Miao embroidery is that it carries the story of their beliefs and lives.I want to celebrate that beauty by creating collections 10. (bring) the past into the future and promote Miao needlework among younger generations nationwide,” Jehanne said.
[语篇导读] 本文是记叙文。文章主要讲述了比利时设计师Jehanne向全国年轻一代推广苗族刺绣的故事。
1.【答案】 be drawn
【解析】 考查动词的时态和语态。one与draw之间为被动关系,再由句意可知,此空应填be drawn,与前面will构成一般将来时的被动语态。故填be drawn。
2.【答案】 decorated
【解析】 考查非谓语动词。the robes与decorate之间为被动关系,再由句意可知,此空应用过去分词作定语。故填decorated。
3.【答案】 but
【解析】 考查连词。此空前后两句为转折关系,所以这里应用并列连词but。故填but。
4.【答案】 as
【解析】 考查介词。这里表示“并于2021年作为一名艺术家开始了新的创作篇章”,所以此空应填介词as,表“作为”。故填as。
5.【答案】 remarkable
【解析】 考查形容词。此空应填形容词作定语,remarkable意为“非凡的”,为形容词,符合句意。故填remarkable。
6.【答案】 excellence
【解析】 考查名词。此空应填名词作宾语,excellence意为“优秀”,为不可数名词,符合句意。故填excellence。
7.【答案】 an
【解析】 考查冠词。这里表示“一个民族”,所以应用不定冠词表泛指,且ethnic以元音音素开头。故填an。
8.【答案】 is
【解析】 考查动词的时态和主谓一致。主语The embroidery of China’s Miao minority为第三人称单数形式,这里时态应用一般现在时表客观情况。故填is。
9.【答案】 What
【解析】 考查主语从句。从句I find fascinating about Miao embroidery中缺宾语,由句意可知,应用连接代词what引导,表“什么”,且句首首字母应大写。故填What。
10.【答案】 to bring
【解析】 考查非谓语动词。空处应用动词不定式作目的状语。故填to bring。
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Unit 2 A life’s work
题组训练
(限时35分钟 总分47.5分)
Ⅰ.阅读理解(每题2.5分,共20分)
A
It was a cold May morning when I received an email from an old friend inviting me to join a 10-day all-girls surf trip.I knew I had to say yes.The trip seemed simple enough.10 women aged 30 to 45,all complete strangers,were to meet on the coast of Portugal to try something new:surfing in the Atlantic Ocean.I have always loved travelling,so I eagerly sent an email to my boss asking for time off to make the trip.
If there’s one thing I’ve learnt over my past 33 years,it’s that adults typically spend their days mastering the things they’ve done before.It seems like we pride ourselves on becoming experts in whatever field we’ve fallen into,knowing more about less.Now,in theory,this is a great strategy,as it allows you to become really good at one particular thing,but it also kind of ends up leaving some skills lacking.
I met my new surfing companions on the grass of the hotel lawn in a small surf town called Ericeira.Despite our different personalities and backgrounds,we were all united in a strong desire to challenge ourselves,learn,tackle and grow.
The shores at Ericeira,where beginners learn to surf,are shallow and covered with slippery rocks.They make for softer waves but are difficult to ride.
Guided by our amazing coaches,together,we faced the waves. Sometimes,it poured with rain,and the waves crashed around us,but we were still out there.And with every slip and fall,words of encouragement filled the air.Honestly,I probably spent most of my days frozen to the bone,but that didn’t matter because a new level of genuine joy and personal achievement had been unlocked.
Learning a new skill taught me the humility (谦虚) that can come from doing badly at something new,and the pride that develops when you finally manage to grasp something you’ve been working on.While surfing might not be my lifelong passion,trying it out inspired me to take more risks in life.You never know what you’re capable of if you don’t go out there and try.
[语篇导读] 本文是记叙文。文章主要讲了五月的一天,作者受朋友的邀请,和一些陌生人去冲浪,这次经历让作者意识到挑战自我、走出舒适区的乐趣。
( )1.What inspired the author to join the surf trip
[A] Her love for seashore surfing.
[B] Her desire to make new friends.
[C] Her need to take a break from work.
[D] Her passion for exploring something new.
D
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第一段中的“10 women aged 30 to 45...to try something new”可知,作者去参加冲浪旅行的动机是她想要去尝试一些新鲜的事物,D项符合题意。故选D。
( )2.What does the author think of adults’ focusing on mastering one field
[A] It hurts one’s pride.
[B] It narrows one’s potential.
[C] It promotes one’s career success.
[D] It broadens one’s view of the world.
B
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第二段的最后一句可知,成年人专注于掌握一个领域能让你变得真正擅长一件特定的事情,但它最终也会让你缺乏一些技能。由此可知,成年人专注于掌握一个领域会限制一个人的潜力。故选B。
( )3.Which words can best describe the author’s surfing experience
[A] Relaxing but dangerous.
[B] Tough and uninteresting.
[C] Challenging but rewarding.
[D] Surprising and unforgettable.
C
【解析】 推理判断题。根据第四段的内容和第五段中的“Sometimes,it poured with rain...filled the air.”可知,这次旅行富有挑战性;再根据第五段中的“a new level of genuine joy and personal achievement had been unlocked”和最后一段中的“Learning a new skill taught me...take more risks in life.”可知,这次旅行让作者很有收获,很值得。故选C。
( )4.What can be inferred about the author
[A] She used to lack confidence in herself.
[B] She determined to become an expert surfer.
[C] She discovered her lifelong passion after the trip.
[D] She was more willing to try new experiences in life.
D
【解析】 推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“While surfing might not...go out there and try.”可知,尝试冲浪激发了作者在生活中变得更大胆。如果你不去尝试,你永远不知道自己能做什么。由此可以推断,作者更愿意尝试生活中的新体验。故选D。
B
Lima,the capital of Peru,is the world’s second largest desert city.The region is water-stressed.The annual rainfall is less than 4 cm.Access to water is an ongoing problem for the residents of this place.
When industrial engineer Abel Cruz was a boy,his weekly work was to climb down a valley in the foothills of the Peruvian Andes to fetch the family’s water from a spring.“It was downhill from the house,far away and steep,” he says.Cruz began dreaming up better ways to collect water.Then he noticed that subtropical plants capture rain and mist with their wide leaves.Actually Lima doesn’t lack in humidity (湿度).Located in the foothills of the Andes Mountains,it is close to the Pacific Ocean,which ensures that blankets of dense fog roll in for three-quarters of a year.Eventually,Abel Cruz struck upon the idea of a fog net.
Each upraised net is 20 square metres,where micro-droplets of water suspended in the foggy atmosphere condense (凝结) and drip down into collection tanks.Approximately 200 to 400 litres of water is collected daily from each net.Locals can fetch it in buckets for small-scale farming.Working in Lima with support from the Creating Water Foundation,Cruz has installed over 3,600 nets on hillsides around the city to capture fog drifting from the Pacific Ocean.Cruz raised funds for hundreds of nets in Peru with his revolutionary initiative.He aims to set up even more fog harvesters,and to treat the water to make it drinkable.
“The planet has less and less fresh water,” Cruz points out,“because the glaciers that are natural reservoirs are disappearing.So we must find a way to accumulate and save water for times of drought.” The technology is life-changing for many families who normally have to rely on water tanks being delivered to them.His approach brings rural development.Moreover,he is also trying to bring healthy and clean water to urban areas lacking water.
[语篇导读] 本文是新闻报道。文章主要报道了一位名叫亚伯·克鲁兹的工业工程师通过观察和思考,利用利马的湿度和雾气,设计了一种捕雾网来收集水分,解决了当地的用水问题。
( )5.Why does the author mention Cruz’s childhood experience in Paragraph 2
[A] To illustrate the urgency of reducing poverty.
[B] To highlight his responsibility for the family.
[C] To trace the origin of Cruz’s great invention.
[D] To stress Lima’s terrible geographical conditions.
C
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第一段的第二句以及第二段的最后两句可知,Timothy Eppley开始研究是想找出灵长类动物选择到地面生活的原因。故选D。
( )6.What do we know about Cruz’s invention
[A] It was inspired by subtropical plants.
[B] It used collection tanks to condense water.
[C] It lowered costs in building irrigation channels.
[D] It solved the drinking water issue with fog harvesters.
A
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Then he noticed that...the idea of a fog net.”可知,克鲁兹的发明的灵感来自亚热带植物。故选A。
( )7.What may Abel Cruz’s efforts lead to
[A] Guaranteeing crop harvests in Peru.
[B] Promoting the recycle of water resources.
[C] Ending poverty by improving traditional farming.
[D] Improving the life quality for people in water-stressed areas.
D
【解析】 推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“The technology is life-changing...brings rural development.”可知,克鲁兹的努力会改善缺水地区人民的生活质量。故选D。
( )8.What’s the author’s purpose in writing the passage
[A] To describe the functions of an innovative fog-catcher.
[B] To call people’s attention to the worsening water crisis.
[C] To seek more support in raising funds for water collection.
[D] To introduce Abel Cruz’s invention and its great significance.
D
【解析】 推理判断题。文章第一段点明用水是一个持续存在的问题,后文对克鲁兹的发明做了详细介绍,并描述了该项发明对解决当地居民用水问题的巨大意义。由此可推断出作者写该篇文章的目的是介绍克鲁兹的发明及其意义。故选D。
Ⅱ.七选五(每题2.5分,共12.5分)
Supporting Others
We’re always being told that the secret to happiness lies in helping others.Indeed,it’s natural to want to support those we care about,especially if we are in a position to do so.1.
E
When we offer support,it may not always be wanted.2. In this case,offering support in the manner of “...if I were you,I would...” can feel like a scolding rather than support.If our support feels conditional,it can feel burdensome.
G
3. When someone is trying to manage illness or a house move,
just saying “What would help you today ” can be amazingly supportive.
Or,suggest what you can do for them: picking up some shopping,taking the dog for a walk.Even if it’s not needed,just knowing you’ve been thought of can be supportive in itself.
C
Try to be mindful of offering support that is disabling,rather than enabling.My son,when aged five,wanted to make a cup of tea.I could see how inspiring it was for him to be able to do this.So I filled the kettle and took him through the safety measures.It felt like a huge risk but it worked.His pleasure was immeasurable.The same principle applies when we offer support that increases someone else’s capacity.4.
D
Sometimes the only support that’s needed is to listen without judgement.5. This reassures them that someone cares enough to listen while they ground themselves.When times are tough,remember to keep things stable.Waiting until the storm has passed is all it takes.
Support often works best when it’s a two-way process.It is good to know how to accept help from others as well as offer support to them.
B
A.Here are the pros and cons of supporting others.
B.Just be there,while someone lets out their feelings.
C.Ask what support is needed and provide a practical one.
D.This can often be a bigger gift than just doing it for them.
E.But we can do more by thinking about the support we offer.
F.Because being judgmental can only make someone annoyed.
G.Sometimes people are trying to manage life in their own way.
[语篇导读] 本文是议论文。文章介绍了我们应该如何支持他人以及在支持他人的过程中应注意些什么。
1.【解析】 根据空前句可知,E项承接上文,且选项中的“thinking about the support we offer”与下文中的“When we...always be wanted.”相呼应。故选E。
2.【解析】 设空处应承上启下,G项与上文中的“it may not always be wanted”以及下文中的“In this case”相呼应。故选G。
3.【解析】 根据空后句可知,C项符合语境,选项中的“Ask what support is needed”与下文中的“just saying ‘What would help you today ’”相呼应。故选C。
4.【解析】 根据空前句可知,D项符合语境。选项中的“This”正是指代上文中的“we offer...capacity”。故选D。
5.【解析】 根据空前句可知,B项符合语境。选项中的“Just be there”承接上文中的“to listen without judgement”。故选B。
Ⅲ.语法填空(每题1.5分,共15分)
(2024-2025学年重庆名校联盟高三检测)
Walking into the Beijing-based studio of Belgian designer Jehanne,one will 1. (draw) to the robes (长袍) 2. (decorate) with beautiful handwritten English words.These elegant dresses seem to be entirely western style,3. a closer look will show the presence of four Chinese characters: Miao Zu Shi Shi,which can be translated as “epics (史诗) of the Miao ethnic group”.
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decorated
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Jehanne first got into handicrafts when she was 5 and started a new creative chapter 4. an artist in 2021,when she was invited to go to Guizhou for inspiration.“I arrived there and immediately realized there was 5. (remark) craftsmanship,including embroidery (刺绣) and handweaving,” she said.According to Jehanne,the craftsmanship in Guizhou has its unique artisanal 6. (excellent) and also gives an introduction to the culture and tradition of the Miao people.“The history,the culture,and the beliefs are coded into the weaving,” she added.
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remarkable
excellence
The embroidery of China’s Miao minority,7. ethnic group mainly living in the country’s southern regions,8. (be) an incredible artistic tradition lasting for more than 2,000 years.“9. I find fascinating about Miao embroidery is that it carries the story of their beliefs and lives.I want to celebrate that beauty by creating collections
10. (bring) the past into the future and promote Miao needlework among younger generations nationwide,” Jehanne said.
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to bring
[语篇导读] 本文是记叙文。文章主要讲述了比利时设计师Jehanne向全国年轻一代推广苗族刺绣的故事。
1.【解析】 考查动词的时态和语态。one与draw之间为被动关系,再由句意可知,此空应填be drawn,与前面will构成一般将来时的被动语态。故填be drawn。
2.【解析】 考查非谓语动词。the robes与decorate之间为被动关系,再由句意可知,此空应用过去分词作定语。故填decorated。
3.【解析】 考查连词。此空前后两句为转折关系,所以这里应用并列连词but。故填but。
4.【解析】 考查介词。这里表示“并于2021年作为一名艺术家开始了新的创作篇章”,所以此空应填介词as,表“作为”。故填as。
5.【解析】 考查形容词。此空应填形容词作定语,remarkable意为“非凡的”,为形容词,符合句意。故填remarkable。
6.【解析】 考查名词。此空应填名词作宾语,excellence意为“优秀”,为不可数名词,符合句意。故填excellence。
7.【解析】 考查冠词。这里表示“一个民族”,所以应用不定冠词表泛指,且ethnic以元音音素开头。故填an。
8.【解析】 考查动词的时态和主谓一致。主语The embroidery of China’s Miao minority为第三人称单数形式,这里时态应用一般现在时表客观情况。故填is。
9.【解析】 考查主语从句。从句I find fascinating about Miao embroidery中缺宾语,由句意可知,应用连接代词what引导,表“什么”,且句首首字母应大写。故填What。
10.【解析】 考查非谓语动词。空处应用动词不定式作目的状语。故填to bring。
