2023-2024学年高一下学期7月检测
英语
注意事项：
1．答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名和座位号填写在答题卡上。
2．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡的相应位置上。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, 选出最佳选项。
l. What did the man forget to take on his camping trip
A. The tent. B. The sleeping bag. C. The pillow.
2.What does the man say about the place where he lives
A. It’s quiet. B. It’s large.C. It’s convenient.
3. Where are the speakers probably
A.At a classroom. B.At a museum. C. At a supermarket.
4. Why does the woman talk to the man
A. To express thanks. B. To ask for permission. C To make an invitation.
5. What are the speakers probably talking about
A. A bed B.Some chairs. C. A dining table.
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, 选出最佳选项。
听第6段材料, 回答第6、7题。
6. What is one of the problems with the man’s computer
A. It lacks storage space B. It makes much noise. C. It often crashes.
7. Why does the woman recommend A&T Computers
A. It provides great service. B. It is having a sale this week. C.It has a wide variety of choices.
听第7段材料, 回答第8、9题。
8. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Old friends. B.Business partners. C.Boss and clerk.
9 What does the man want the woman to do
A. Recommend a worker. B. Work on a project. C. Meet some customers.
听第8段材料, 回答第10至12题。
10.What makes the woman worry about the traffic
A.An accident. B. Rush hour. C.Bad weather.
l1. What will the man do first
A. Hand in a paper. B. Put on his coat. C. Make a call.
12 What does the man suggest doing
A. Putting off the meeting. B. Using public transportation. C. Changing the meeting place.
听第9段材料, 回答第13至16题。
13.Which activity is newly added to the summer camps this year
A. Sailing. B. Swimming C. Debating.
14. What is the most popular project
A. Preparing a talk. B. Creating a local guidebook. C. Making a school magazine.
15. What is the weekly social activity
A. A reading night. B. A music night. C. A sports competition.
16.What can students do in Exmoor
A. Visit a park. B. Do some shopping. C.Hike in the mountains
听第10段材料, 回答第17至20题。
17. Who is the speaker probably talking to
A. Tennis players. B. News reporters. C. Event volunteers.
18. How long will the event last in total
A. Three days. B. Five days. C. Seven days.
19. What can people expect at the closing ceremony
A. Dance performances. B. A firework display. C. A big party.
20. What will Mr. Brown do later
A. Talk about some rules. B. Conduct a press conference. C.Introduce the match schedules.
听力答案：1-5 CABBC 6-10 CACAC 11-15 ABACB 16-20 ABCBA
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
There are many things to do in Macao. Macao is small, but that just means you can do and see a lot in a short amount of time.
Try the Macao Tower Bungee Jump
The Macao Tower, 338 meters tall, is the world’s 10th highest tower, with a variety of entertainment activities.
One of the activities is the bungee jump, which is popular with extreme sports lovers. The bungee-jumping height is 233 meters, making it a Guinness World Record as the highest commercial bungee jump in the world.
Enjoy the Egg Tart of Macao
One of the must-try local foods in Macao is the egg tart. This dessert is different from the Cantonese egg tart. One of the visible differences is the slightly burned caramel (焦糖) top. The creamy filling, tasty crust (酥皮) and the burned caramel top create an incredible mixture of flavor.
Gradually, the bakery has become a fixed tourist spot in Macao, where the queue outside will never be empty.
Grab a Selfie at the Ruins of St. Paul
The Ruins of St. Paul is one of the signature landmarks of Macao. The ruins consist of the St. Paul’s College and the Church of St. Paul, built in 1580. However, after three intense fires in 1595, 1601 and 1835, the church was seriously damaged.
Watch the Macao Grand Prix
Racing through the small streets and roads of this tiny city, the Macao Grand Prix circuit (巡回赛) is the only street circuit racing in the world for car and motorcycle races. The Macao Grand Prix is a major worldwide car-racing event held every year, featuring over 300 top drivers a year.
1. Where should you go if you are an extreme sports lover
A. The Macao Tower. B. The small streets in Macao.
C. The Ruins of St. Paul. D. The St. Paul’s College.
2. What’s the visible difference between the egg tart of Macao and the Cantonese one
A. The creamy filling. B. The tasty crust.
C. The slightly burned caramel top. D. The mixture of flavor.
3. What do we know about the Church of St. Paul
A. It is the most famous site in Macao. B. It was built in 1595.
C. It was rebuilt only once. D. It was damaged badly.
B
100-year-old Alfred Larson has been through a lot in his lifetime, but one thing that keeps him going is bluebirds.
When Alfred retired in 1978, he wanted to find a hobby or something to do that would keep him busy and provide him with a sense of purpose. When he read a National Geographic article about crafting wooden nest boxes for bluebirds to help improve their populations, he decided to give it a try. Alfred explained that he started building nest boxes on his ranch (大牧场) using left-over pieces of wood.
More than four decades later, Alfred is still going strong and promoting bluebird conservation efforts. Alfred is now monitoring nearly 350 nest boxes on six different trails (小路) in Southwest Idaho. He said, “I settled on a simple design that was easy to build and easy to monitor. I kept adding more boxes on these trails, and these birds responded.” Alfred’s boxes give bluebirds a lot of help in survival. “Without his work, we can’t see so many bluebirds now,” said Pearman, the author of Mountain Bluebird Trail Monitoring Guide.
To celebrate his achievements, filmmaker Matthew Podolsky worked with Alfred for weeks to create a 30-minute documentary—Bluebird Man. The film explores how everything led him to the work he does today and his efforts in bluebird protection. “I remember the first trip I took to the bluebird trail with Alfred, and I was very surprised by the speed with which he moved from box to box,” said Podolsky. “He was hiking across difficult and uneven terrain (地形). I often struggled to keep up with him. Sometimes we’d check more than 100 boxes and be driving home in the dark.”
The impact he’s had on the populations of bluebirds in North America will continue.
4. How did Alfred help save bluebirds
A. By feeding them personally. B. By preventing illegal hunting.
C. By making wooden nests for them. D. By writing articles about them.
5. What can we infer from paragraph 3
A. The number of bluebirds in Southwest Idaho decreases.
B. Alfred makes a big difference to bluebird conservation.
C. Climate change is threatening the survival of bluebirds now.
D. Alfred’s efforts have greatly inspired others to protect bluebirds.
6. What might be the documentary mainly about
A. How the natural habitat of bluebirds disappeared.
B. How bluebirds have survived in the past four decades.
C. What influence humans have on bluebirds.
D. What Alfred does every day to protect bluebirds.
7. What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
A. To praise Alfred’s contribution. B. To help people learn more about birds.
C To advise people to protect the environment. D. To show the living conditions of bluebirds.
C
It’s hard when a best friend isn’t around—maybe because you moved to a different school. You may feel lonely at break or lunchtime. You should have new friends. But how do you make new friends Maybe it seems like everybody else already has their friends. But remember, there’s always room for more friends.
Start by looking around your classroom — think about which kids you’d like to play with at break. Look for chances to say “Hi.” to them, smile and be friendly. Offer to share something or express your appreciation to them. Invite someone to play with you or say “Do you want to sit here ” in the lunchroom. When you’re at break, walk over to kids you want to play with, act friendly and say “Hi, can I play, too ” or just join in.
If you have trouble doing this or if you’re feeling shy, ask your teacher to help you make new friends. Teachers are usually pretty good at matching up friends. The best way to make friends is to be a friend. Be kind, be friendly, share, say nice things and offer to help — and pretty soon, you’ll have one, or two, or even more new friends.
You might still miss that special best friend. But when you see each other, you can share something you didn’t have before you left. You can introduce your best friend to your new friends!
8. What should you do if you move to a new school
A. Stay alone and wait for opportunity. B. Contact your best friend often.
C. Try to make new friends. D. Cut off contact with your old friends.
9. What does the underlined word “room” in paragraph 1 mean
A. Challenge. B. Friendship. C. Intention. D. Opportunity.
10. What does the author want to express in paragraph 2
A. The reasons for making new friends. B. The ways of making new friends.
C. The benefit of making new friends. D. The importance of making new friends.
11. If you are too shy to speak to new friends, you can ______.
A. turn to your teachers B. match up friends freely
C. introduce yourself first D. turn to your best friend
D
Joseph Frederick Engelberger, the Father of Robotics, was born on July 26, 1925. He received his degree in Electric Engineering in 1949 from Columbia University. He worked as an engineer in a company and then he met George Devol at a party in 1956, two years after Devol had designed and patented (获得专利权) an industrial robotic arm. However, the company where Engelberger worked was closed in the year he met Devol.
Finding himself jobless but with a business partner and an idea, Engelberger co-founded Unimation with Devol, creating the world’s first robotics company. Over the next two decades, the Japanese took the lead by investing (投资) heavily in robots to replace people performing certain tasks. In Japan, Engelberger was widely recognized as a key player in Japanese manufacturing quality and efficiency.
After observing his aging parents, Engelberger saw the robotics automation could be used in the medical field. In 1984, Engelberger introduced HelpMate and hoped to start a new industry for in-home robots. He sold his first HelpMate to Danbury Hospital in 1988. The medical robot was so successful that the hospital ended up purchasing another, and within a decade, well over 100 hospitals worldwide operated HelpMates.
Senator Joseph Lieberman delivered a speech in the U. S. Senate in praise and recognition of the inventor, calling HelpMate an example that shows the federal investment in science and technology for patients can lead to new products that create jobs for Americans and make for a better quality of life.
Engelberger liked working. So even after he got into his 80s, he remained active in the promotion and development of robots for use in elder care.
12. What happened to Engelberger in 1956
A. He got his college degree. B. He was unemployed.
C. He invented a robotic arm. D. He sold his company.
13. How did the Japanese treat Engelberger
A. With alarm. B. With concern. C. With respect. D. With indifference.
14. What does paragraph 3 talk about
A. The origin of HelpMate. B. The promotion of HelpMate.
C. The function of HelpMate. D. The challenge in creating HelpMate.
15. What’s Lieberman’s attitude toward HelpMate
A. Critical. B. Doubtful. C. Objective. D. Favorable.
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。
Everyone has ever been in a situation where they need some help. Unfortunately, it can feel tough to ask for help. Maybe you feel embarrassed or scared that you’ll be turned down. ___16___.
Choose the right time
Don’t ask someone for help when they are obviously busy. For example, don’t ask your professor for help with homework right as they are trying to start class. If you’re not sure whether or not it is a good time, just ask. You can say, “I’d love to ask for your help with something. ___17___ ”
Speak up
In most cases, if you don’t ask for help, you won’t receive it. Sometimes people might be hesitant to step up and offer help. If you need something, speak up and ask. ___18___. If you’re lost, step into a nearby store to ask for directions, or ask the bus driver which bus station you want to go to. Don’t feel embarrassed by asking for help.
___19___
People aren’t mind readers. Instead of just saying “I need help.”, clearly state what it is that you need. For example, instead of saying to your teacher “I’m confused. Can you help me ”, say “I don’t understand how to solve the math problem. Can you please show me a sample problem ”
Be determined
___20___. That can be frustrating (令人沮丧的). However, it is important not to give up. Keep trying to get help and make it work for you. You might feel like you don’t receive the sort of helpful advice that you are hoping for. Just try again. Sometimes, you may need to reach out to a few people before getting assistance.
A. Be specific
B. Ask in a positive way
C. Can you help me again
D. Here are some tips for you
E. Is there a time that’s good for you to talk
F. For example, maybe you’re traveling alone in a new city
G. Sometimes, the help you get might not be what you expected
第三部分 语言运知识用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (共15小题;每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
During the early morning journey from the suburbs(郊区), we sat sleepily, with collars standing firm below our ears. Although the group of people are in the same bus every day, we never ___21___ or talk. Everyone’s face shows the tiredness of waking up early and working.
One July morning, a small grey man, one of the ___22___ taking the bus to center every morning, loudly greeted good morning to the driver. The driver was ___23___ and then nodded. ___24___, then he loudly said to us, “Hello! I’m Charlie, my friends!”
The next day, another old man ___25___ the bus energetically, smiled and said in a loud voice, “A very good morning to you all!” Some of us looked up, amazed, and murmured “Good morning.” in ___26___. When Charlie heard the greeting, he came forward with surprise and hugged the ___27___. Their smiles seemed to ___28___ the entire bus, sweeping away the cold and awkward atmosphere(氛围) inside. Gradually, we started nodding and ___29___ to each other.
One morning, Charlie was ____30____ a large bouquet of flowers in his hand. He turned around with a smile and said to everyone, “Friends, I’m moving next week. I can’t take the same bus ____31____, and thank you all! The mornings we spent together were ____32____ experiences!” The other passengers whistled and clapped(鼓掌) at him. Charlie bowed, waved his hand, and then began ____33____ the flowers to each passenger.
The summer went by, and the ____34____ was closing in. Although Charlie did not appear on the bus again, the laughter and joy on the bus ____35____.
21. A. argue B. like C. tend D. greet
22. A. passengers B. drivers C. colleagues D. neighbors
23. A. annoyed B. surprised C. mad D. impatient
24. A. Unfortunately B. Unhappily C. Unexpectedly D. Unfairly
25. A. left B. boarded C. hit D. stopped
26. A. reply B. advance C. danger D. need
27. A. man B. driver C. girl D. boy
28. A. destroy B. track C. increase D. affect
29. A. helping B. comparing C. talking D. adapting
30. A. tying B. lifting C. biting D. holding
31. A. anyway B. anymore C. anytime D. anywhere
32. A. terrible B. heavy C. unforgettable D. unhappy
33. A. giving out B. giving in C. giving up D. giving off
34. A. spring B. month C. year D. autumn
35. A. disappeared B. happened C. began D. continued
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。
As a volunteer ___36___ (teach) English at a public school in an African country I noticed that many other foreign English teachers felt they were left out of the school community and that they were not making a significant impact ___37___ students’ lives. ___38___ (challenge) this, I volunteered to lead the school club once a week.
Participating in the school club has been a rewarding experience for everyone involved. It allows me to learn the local dance, ___39___ makes my experience more interesting. For the ___40___ (student), it provides an opportunity to practice English and interact with a foreigner in a relaxed setting. These interactions are also helpful to intercultural connections, creating a more inclusive school community.
Even though it only takes an hour and a half out of my week, I have noticed a significant change about the students’ attitudes when I enter the classroom. They are truly happy to have me there, and their interest in ___41___ world has increased. The club has created memorable experiences for the students, allowing them to connect with someone from a different culture in a ___42___ (mean) way. Witnessing this effect on the students has made me feel more fulfilled in my role as a volunteer teacher and ___43___ (inspire) me to continue to make a difference in their lives. ___44___ is remarkable that a small ____45____ (contribute) can have a significant impact.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华，上周五你们班在公园上了一堂美术课。请你给英国朋友Chris写一封邮件分享这次经历，内容包括：
（1）你完成的作品；
（2）你的感想。
注意：
（1）写作词数应为80个左右；
（2）请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
Dear Chris,
I’m writing to share with you an art class I had in a park last Friday.
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Yours,
Li Hua
第二节(满分 25分)
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Last night it snowed heavily. Ned opened his window, coughing from the effort, and stuck a ruler into the snow.
“Four inches,“ he said. “Four!”
As he said it, he heard cheers from downstairs. The school headmaster must have a ruler too, he thought. His brother Jack and sister Sara were glued to the school news, and they happily shouted that school was canceled. Ned’s school usually had one snow day each year. A snow day is a rare and beautiful thing, something special, something not to be missed.
Ned pressed his hand to his forehead (前额). It didn’t feel hot. He got so excited. He took out all the heaviest clothes he could find, and put on two sweaters.a pair of sweatpants and snow pants, and a woolen hat. He wanted to go outside to play, but his mom stopped him. She checked his temperature, and it was 38 5°C She assured (向……保证) him that once it dropped to 37°C, he could play in the snow. She asked him to eat soup and rest while she took Jack and Sara to the park Ned, though upset, watched them leave and eventually ate his soup before going to bed as he was very tired.
Ned woke up to see snow still falling outside his window, He wasn’ t sweating. He was feeling pretty good! He took his temperature, and it was 37.8°C. Better Much better! Excited, Ned pulled on his pants, sweaters and hat. He told his mom the good news, but she said he could play in the snow only when his temperature dropped to 37°C.
Feeling disappointed, Ned suddenly came up with an idea. He went into the kitchen secretly, filled a glass with ice water, and then put the thermometer (温度计) into it.
Afterward, he excitedly announced to his mom, “I checked my temperature again! The fever is gone!” Hearing his mom approaching, even though the thermometer hadn’t completed its reading, Ned quickly placed it in his mouth just as she entered the room. The thermometer beeped (发出嘟嘟声), signaling completion, and he handed it to her.
注意：1. 续写词数应为150左右； 2. 请按如下格式在相应位置作答
Ned’s mom found Ned had a temperature of 30°C.
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Feeling ashamed, Ned began taking off his hat until he felt his mom’s hand stopping him.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________2023-2024学年高一下学期7月检测
英语
注意事项：
1．答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名和座位号填写在答题卡上。
2．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡的相应位置上。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, 选出最佳选项。
l. What did the man forget to take on his camping trip
A. The tent. B. The sleeping bag. C. The pillow.
2.What does the man say about the place where he lives
A. It’s quiet. B. It’s large.C. It’s convenient.
3. Where are the speakers probably
A.At a classroom. B.At a museum. C. At a supermarket.
4. Why does the woman talk to the man
A. To express thanks. B. To ask for permission. C To make an invitation.
5. What are the speakers probably talking about
A. A bed B.Some chairs. C. A dining table.
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, 选出最佳选项。
听第6段材料, 回答第6、7题。
6. What is one of the problems with the man’s computer
A. It lacks storage space B. It makes much noise. C. It often crashes.
7. Why does the woman recommend A&T Computers
A. It provides great service. B. It is having a sale this week. C.It has a wide variety of choices.
听第7段材料, 回答第8、9题。
8. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Old friends. B.Business partners. C.Boss and clerk.
9 What does the man want the woman to do
A. Recommend a worker. B. Work on a project. C. Meet some customers.
听第8段材料, 回答第10至12题。
10.What makes the woman worry about the traffic
A.An accident. B. Rush hour. C.Bad weather.
l1. What will the man do first
A. Hand in a paper. B. Put on his coat. C. Make a call.
12 What does the man suggest doing
A. Putting off the meeting. B. Using public transportation. C. Changing the meeting place.
听第9段材料, 回答第13至16题。
13.Which activity is newly added to the summer camps this year
A. Sailing. B. Swimming C. Debating.
14. What is the most popular project
A. Preparing a talk. B. Creating a local guidebook. C. Making a school magazine.
15. What is the weekly social activity
A. A reading night. B. A music night. C. A sports competition.
16.What can students do in Exmoor
A. Visit a park. B. Do some shopping. C.Hike in the mountains
听第10段材料, 回答第17至20题。
17. Who is the speaker probably talking to
A. Tennis players. B. News reporters. C. Event volunteers.
18. How long will the event last in total
A. Three days. B. Five days. C. Seven days.
19. What can people expect at the closing ceremony
A. Dance performances. B. A firework display. C. A big party.
20. What will Mr. Brown do later
A. Talk about some rules. B. Conduct a press conference. C.Introduce the match schedules.
听力答案：1-5 CABBC 6-10 CACAC 11-15 ABACB 16-20 ABCBA
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
There are many things to do in Macao. Macao is small, but that just means you can do and see a lot in a short amount of time.
Try the Macao Tower Bungee Jump
The Macao Tower, 338 meters tall, is the world’s 10th highest tower, with a variety of entertainment activities.
One of the activities is the bungee jump, which is popular with extreme sports lovers. The bungee-jumping height is 233 meters, making it a Guinness World Record as the highest commercial bungee jump in the world.
Enjoy the Egg Tart of Macao
One of the must-try local foods in Macao is the egg tart. This dessert is different from the Cantonese egg tart. One of the visible differences is the slightly burned caramel (焦糖) top. The creamy filling, tasty crust (酥皮) and the burned caramel top create an incredible mixture of flavor.
Gradually, the bakery has become a fixed tourist spot in Macao, where the queue outside will never be empty.
Grab a Selfie at the Ruins of St. Paul
The Ruins of St. Paul is one of the signature landmarks of Macao. The ruins consist of the St. Paul’s College and the Church of St. Paul, built in 1580. However, after three intense fires in 1595, 1601 and 1835, the church was seriously damaged.
Watch the Macao Grand Prix
Racing through the small streets and roads of this tiny city, the Macao Grand Prix circuit (巡回赛) is the only street circuit racing in the world for car and motorcycle races. The Macao Grand Prix is a major worldwide car-racing event held every year, featuring over 300 top drivers a year.
1. Where should you go if you are an extreme sports lover
A. The Macao Tower. B. The small streets in Macao.
C. The Ruins of St. Paul. D. The St. Paul’s College.
2. What’s the visible difference between the egg tart of Macao and the Cantonese one
A. The creamy filling. B. The tasty crust.
C. The slightly burned caramel top. D. The mixture of flavor.
3. What do we know about the Church of St. Paul
A. It is the most famous site in Macao. B. It was built in 1595.
C. It was rebuilt only once. D. It was damaged badly.
【答案】1. A 2. C 3. D
B
100-year-old Alfred Larson has been through a lot in his lifetime, but one thing that keeps him going is bluebirds.
When Alfred retired in 1978, he wanted to find a hobby or something to do that would keep him busy and provide him with a sense of purpose. When he read a National Geographic article about crafting wooden nest boxes for bluebirds to help improve their populations, he decided to give it a try. Alfred explained that he started building nest boxes on his ranch (大牧场) using left-over pieces of wood.
More than four decades later, Alfred is still going strong and promoting bluebird conservation efforts. Alfred is now monitoring nearly 350 nest boxes on six different trails (小路) in Southwest Idaho. He said, “I settled on a simple design that was easy to build and easy to monitor. I kept adding more boxes on these trails, and these birds responded.” Alfred’s boxes give bluebirds a lot of help in survival. “Without his work, we can’t see so many bluebirds now,” said Pearman, the author of Mountain Bluebird Trail Monitoring Guide.
To celebrate his achievements, filmmaker Matthew Podolsky worked with Alfred for weeks to create a 30-minute documentary—Bluebird Man. The film explores how everything led him to the work he does today and his efforts in bluebird protection. “I remember the first trip I took to the bluebird trail with Alfred, and I was very surprised by the speed with which he moved from box to box,” said Podolsky. “He was hiking across difficult and uneven terrain (地形). I often struggled to keep up with him. Sometimes we’d check more than 100 boxes and be driving home in the dark.”
The impact he’s had on the populations of bluebirds in North America will continue.
4. How did Alfred help save bluebirds
A. By feeding them personally. B. By preventing illegal hunting.
C. By making wooden nests for them. D. By writing articles about them.
5. What can we infer from paragraph 3
A. The number of bluebirds in Southwest Idaho decreases.
B. Alfred makes a big difference to bluebird conservation.
C. Climate change is threatening the survival of bluebirds now.
D. Alfred’s efforts have greatly inspired others to protect bluebirds.
6. What might be the documentary mainly about
A. How the natural habitat of bluebirds disappeared.
B. How bluebirds have survived in the past four decades.
C. What influence humans have on bluebirds.
D. What Alfred does every day to protect bluebirds.
7. What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
A. To praise Alfred’s contribution. B. To help people learn more about birds.
C To advise people to protect the environment. D. To show the living conditions of bluebirds.
【答案】4. C 5. B 6. D 7. A
C
It’s hard when a best friend isn’t around—maybe because you moved to a different school. You may feel lonely at break or lunchtime. You should have new friends. But how do you make new friends Maybe it seems like everybody else already has their friends. But remember, there’s always room for more friends.
Start by looking around your classroom — think about which kids you’d like to play with at break. Look for chances to say “Hi.” to them, smile and be friendly. Offer to share something or express your appreciation to them. Invite someone to play with you or say “Do you want to sit here ” in the lunchroom. When you’re at break, walk over to kids you want to play with, act friendly and say “Hi, can I play, too ” or just join in.
If you have trouble doing this or if you’re feeling shy, ask your teacher to help you make new friends. Teachers are usually pretty good at matching up friends. The best way to make friends is to be a friend. Be kind, be friendly, share, say nice things and offer to help — and pretty soon, you’ll have one, or two, or even more new friends.
You might still miss that special best friend. But when you see each other, you can share something you didn’t have before you left. You can introduce your best friend to your new friends!
8. What should you do if you move to a new school
A. Stay alone and wait for opportunity. B. Contact your best friend often.
C. Try to make new friends. D. Cut off contact with your old friends.
9. What does the underlined word “room” in paragraph 1 mean
A. Challenge. B. Friendship. C. Intention. D. Opportunity.
10. What does the author want to express in paragraph 2
A. The reasons for making new friends. B. The ways of making new friends.
C. The benefit of making new friends. D. The importance of making new friends.
11. If you are too shy to speak to new friends, you can ______.
A. turn to your teachers B. match up friends freely
C. introduce yourself first D. turn to your best friend
【答案】8. C 9. D 10. B 11. A
D
Joseph Frederick Engelberger, the Father of Robotics, was born on July 26, 1925. He received his degree in Electric Engineering in 1949 from Columbia University. He worked as an engineer in a company and then he met George Devol at a party in 1956, two years after Devol had designed and patented (获得专利权) an industrial robotic arm. However, the company where Engelberger worked was closed in the year he met Devol.
Finding himself jobless but with a business partner and an idea, Engelberger co-founded Unimation with Devol, creating the world’s first robotics company. Over the next two decades, the Japanese took the lead by investing (投资) heavily in robots to replace people performing certain tasks. In Japan, Engelberger was widely recognized as a key player in Japanese manufacturing quality and efficiency.
After observing his aging parents, Engelberger saw the robotics automation could be used in the medical field. In 1984, Engelberger introduced HelpMate and hoped to start a new industry for in-home robots. He sold his first HelpMate to Danbury Hospital in 1988. The medical robot was so successful that the hospital ended up purchasing another, and within a decade, well over 100 hospitals worldwide operated HelpMates.
Senator Joseph Lieberman delivered a speech in the U. S. Senate in praise and recognition of the inventor, calling HelpMate an example that shows the federal investment in science and technology for patients can lead to new products that create jobs for Americans and make for a better quality of life.
Engelberger liked working. So even after he got into his 80s, he remained active in the promotion and development of robots for use in elder care.
12. What happened to Engelberger in 1956
A. He got his college degree. B. He was unemployed.
C. He invented a robotic arm. D. He sold his company.
13. How did the Japanese treat Engelberger
A. With alarm. B. With concern. C. With respect. D. With indifference.
14. What does paragraph 3 talk about
A. The origin of HelpMate. B. The promotion of HelpMate.
C. The function of HelpMate. D. The challenge in creating HelpMate.
15. What’s Lieberman’s attitude toward HelpMate
A. Critical. B. Doubtful. C. Objective. D. Favorable.
【答案】12. B 13. C 14. A 15. D
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Everyone has ever been in a situation where they need some help. Unfortunately, it can feel tough to ask for help. Maybe you feel embarrassed or scared that you’ll be turned down. ___16___.
Choose the right time
Don’t ask someone for help when they are obviously busy. For example, don’t ask your professor for help with homework right as they are trying to start class. If you’re not sure whether or not it is a good time, just ask. You can say, “I’d love to ask for your help with something. ___17___ ”
Speak up
In most cases, if you don’t ask for help, you won’t receive it. Sometimes people might be hesitant to step up and offer help. If you need something, speak up and ask. ___18___. If you’re lost, step into a nearby store to ask for directions, or ask the bus driver which bus station you want to go to. Don’t feel embarrassed by asking for help.
___19___
People aren’t mind readers. Instead of just saying “I need help.”, clearly state what it is that you need. For example, instead of saying to your teacher “I’m confused. Can you help me ”, say “I don’t understand how to solve the math problem. Can you please show me a sample problem ”
Be determined
___20___. That can be frustrating (令人沮丧的). However, it is important not to give up. Keep trying to get help and make it work for you. You might feel like you don’t receive the sort of helpful advice that you are hoping for. Just try again. Sometimes, you may need to reach out to a few people before getting assistance.
A. Be specific
B. Ask in a positive way
C. Can you help me again
D. Here are some tips for you
E. Is there a time that’s good for you to talk
F. For example, maybe you’re traveling alone in a new city
G. Sometimes, the help you get might not be what you expected
【答案】16. D 17. E 18. F 19. A 20. G
第三部分 语言运知识用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (共15小题;每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
During the early morning journey from the suburbs(郊区), we sat sleepily, with collars standing firm below our ears. Although the group of people are in the same bus every day, we never ___21___ or talk. Everyone’s face shows the tiredness of waking up early and working.
One July morning, a small grey man, one of the ___22___ taking the bus to center every morning, loudly greeted good morning to the driver. The driver was ___23___ and then nodded. ___24___, then he loudly said to us, “Hello! I’m Charlie, my friends!”
The next day, another old man ___25___ the bus energetically, smiled and said in a loud voice, “A very good morning to you all!” Some of us looked up, amazed, and murmured “Good morning.” in ___26___. When Charlie heard the greeting, he came forward with surprise and hugged the ___27___. Their smiles seemed to ___28___ the entire bus, sweeping away the cold and awkward atmosphere(氛围) inside. Gradually, we started nodding and ___29___ to each other.
One morning, Charlie was ____30____ a large bouquet of flowers in his hand. He turned around with a smile and said to everyone, “Friends, I’m moving next week. I can’t take the same bus ____31____, and thank you all! The mornings we spent together were ____32____ experiences!” The other passengers whistled and clapped(鼓掌) at him. Charlie bowed, waved his hand, and then began ____33____ the flowers to each passenger.
The summer went by, and the ____34____ was closing in. Although Charlie did not appear on the bus again, the laughter and joy on the bus ____35____.
21. A. argue B. like C. tend D. greet
22. A. passengers B. drivers C. colleagues D. neighbors
23. A. annoyed B. surprised C. mad D. impatient
24. A. Unfortunately B. Unhappily C. Unexpectedly D. Unfairly
25. A. left B. boarded C. hit D. stopped
26. A. reply B. advance C. danger D. need
27. A. man B. driver C. girl D. boy
28. A. destroy B. track C. increase D. affect
29. A. helping B. comparing C. talking D. adapting
30. A. tying B. lifting C. biting D. holding
31. A. anyway B. anymore C. anytime D. anywhere
32. A. terrible B. heavy C. unforgettable D. unhappy
33. A. giving out B. giving in C. giving up D. giving off
34. A. spring B. month C. year D. autumn
35. A. disappeared B. happened C. began D. continued
【答案】21. D 22. A 23. B 24. C 25. B 26. A 27. A 28. D 29. C 30. D 31. B 32. C 33. A 34. D 35. D
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。
As a volunteer ___36___ (teach) English at a public school in an African country I noticed that many other foreign English teachers felt they were left out of the school community and that they were not making a significant impact ___37___ students’ lives. ___38___ (challenge) this, I volunteered to lead the school club once a week.
Participating in the school club has been a rewarding experience for everyone involved. It allows me to learn the local dance, ___39___ makes my experience more interesting. For the ___40___ (student), it provides an opportunity to practice English and interact with a foreigner in a relaxed setting. These interactions are also helpful to intercultural connections, creating a more inclusive school community.
Even though it only takes an hour and a half out of my week, I have noticed a significant change about the students’ attitudes when I enter the classroom. They are truly happy to have me there, and their interest in ___41___ world has increased. The club has created memorable experiences for the students, allowing them to connect with someone from a different culture in a ___42___ (mean) way. Witnessing this effect on the students has made me feel more fulfilled in my role as a volunteer teacher and ___43___ (inspire) me to continue to make a difference in their lives. ___44___ is remarkable that a small ____45____ (contribute) can have a significant impact.
【答案】36. teaching
37. on##upon
38. To challenge
39. which 40. students
41. the 42. meaning##meaningful
43. has inspired##inspired
44. It 45. contribution
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华，上周五你们班在公园上了一堂美术课。请你给英国朋友Chris写一封邮件分享这次经历，内容包括：
（1）你完成的作品；
（2）你的感想。
注意：
（1）写作词数应为80个左右；
（2）请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
Dear Chris,
I’m writing to share with you an art class I had in a park last Friday.
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Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】
Dear Chris,
I’m writing to share with you an art class I had in a park last Friday.
We were tasked to draw or paint something that impressed us most. Inspired by the fantastic scenery, I decided to create a watercolor painting of the small bridge over the park’s pond, surrounded by blooming flowers.
The entire experience was incredibly refreshing. Being surrounded by nature not only sparked my creativity but also offered a much-needed break from the usual hustle and bustle of school life. I felt a deep sense of peace as I painted.
In a word, it was not just an art class; it was a moment of connection with nature that I truly cherished.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节(满分 25分)
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Last night it snowed heavily. Ned opened his window, coughing from the effort, and stuck a ruler into the snow.
“Four inches,“ he said. “Four!”
As he said it, he heard cheers from downstairs. The school headmaster must have a ruler too, he thought. His brother Jack and sister Sara were glued to the school news, and they happily shouted that school was canceled. Ned’s school usually had one snow day each year. A snow day is a rare and beautiful thing, something special, something not to be missed.
Ned pressed his hand to his forehead (前额). It didn’t feel hot. He got so excited. He took out all the heaviest clothes he could find, and put on two sweaters.a pair of sweatpants and snow pants, and a woolen hat. He wanted to go outside to play, but his mom stopped him. She checked his temperature, and it was 38 5°C She assured (向……保证) him that once it dropped to 37°C, he could play in the snow. She asked him to eat soup and rest while she took Jack and Sara to the park Ned, though upset, watched them leave and eventually ate his soup before going to bed as he was very tired.
Ned woke up to see snow still falling outside his window, He wasn’ t sweating. He was feeling pretty good! He took his temperature, and it was 37.8°C. Better Much better! Excited, Ned pulled on his pants, sweaters and hat. He told his mom the good news, but she said he could play in the snow only when his temperature dropped to 37°C.
Feeling disappointed, Ned suddenly came up with an idea. He went into the kitchen secretly, filled a glass with ice water, and then put the thermometer (温度计) into it.
Afterward, he excitedly announced to his mom, “I checked my temperature again! The fever is gone!” Hearing his mom approaching, even though the thermometer hadn’t completed its reading, Ned quickly placed it in his mouth just as she entered the room. The thermometer beeped (发出嘟嘟声), signaling completion, and he handed it to her.
注意：1. 续写词数应为150左右； 2. 请按如下格式在相应位置作答
Ned’s mom found Ned had a temperature of 30°C.
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Feeling ashamed, Ned began taking off his hat until he felt his mom’s hand stopping him.
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【答案】Ned’s mom found Ned had a temperature of 30°C. She was very surprised, but quickly realized Ned’s trick. She jokingly said, “Oh dear, Ned, we have to get you to the hospital!” Ned nervously asked why. His mom showed him the number. Ned’s face turned slightly red at the unexpectedly low temperature. His plan to lower it didn’t work out as he expected, making him feel a bit silly. Seeing his expression, his mom laughed, saying Ned might be the first kid to cheat and intentionally lower his temperature.
Feeling ashamed, Ned began taking off his hat until he felt his mom’s hand stopping him. “Let’s go outside,” she said, her tone now playful. “For a lie that bad, you deserve a fifteen-minute snowball fight.” Hearing these words, Ned’s eyes lit up with excitement. He thanked his mom with a sheepish grin, called Jack and Sara, and they all rushed outside. The snow was still falling softly, making a perfect background for their laughter, They happily played in the snow, having a fun and carefree snowball fight, enjoying the happy day off.
