黑龙江省牡丹江市第二高级中学2024-2025学年高二下学期6月月考英语试题（含答案）
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2024-2025学年黑龙江省牡丹江市第二高级中学高二下学期6月月考英语试题
第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
To experience a diverse range of artistic expressions, we will host different art exhibitions in 2025. Now we are proud to announce something about our upcoming exhibits.
Exhibit 1
This one is a group art show that may blow your mind. The exhibit will feature works that reflect thoughts of grassroots groups, which are actually made up of 50 high school students. The exhibition will explore the combination of cultural and personal narratives in art, giving you fascinating insights into the coexistence between humans and the environment.
Exhibit 2
This exhibit’s theme is “All That Is In Between”. Bringing together a mix of historical objects and contemporary artworks, it will explore the many aspects of faith. The event will be divided into seven sections and will bring 200 known art talents, together with the artist-led workshops from around the world.
Exhibit 3
A diverse collection of artists showcasing contemporary digital art from the world can be expected in this exhibit. There will be more than 20 pieces of AI-generated works displayed for the first time. The line-up will not only include established artists but also represent new and impressive AI artworks from the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Exhibit 4
This exhibit, focusing on deep talks around the concept of memory and time, will bring together a variety of mediums — painting, sculpture, and digital art — to create a united yet diverse display. Highlights include a sculptural installation (装置) and a contemporary digital art performance. Other fun-filled events include panel discussions throughout the duration of the exhibit.
Click here or follow the given information below for further details on the full schedule of all the exhibition events.
Contact Information:
Phone: (123) 654-9876
Email: artfairsgallery@
1. What do the artworks on Exhibit 1 highlight
A. The history of humans. B. The faith of environmentalists.
C. The ideas of some ordinary youths. D. The thoughts of some talented artists.
2. What is a common element between Exhibit 3 and Exhibit 4
A. Modern technology. B. Political power.
C. Ancient architecture. D. Contemporary literature.
3. How many ways are mentioned in the text to know more about the exhibits
A. Two. B. Three.
C. Four. D. Five.
B
A few years ago, Rachel Harder, a fourth-grade teacher, attended a trauma (精神创伤) conference. She learned that some police stations partnered with schools so they could let teachers know when one of their students had a police encounter, something that could cause the student to need extra care or attention.
“I loved this idea and figured there had to be a way to make this work within my own classroom community,” Rachel said.
A year after the conference, Rachel had a student with autism (自闭症) who frequently had tough days. To support her, Rachel told the student’s mother to simply text her “handle with care” to let her know when it was going to be one of those days.
“I knew that when she texted me, it meant that her daughter needed some extra time and a quiet location, not the gym for morning announcements, so that the rest of her day went smoothly,” Rachel said.
The simple method was such a success that Rachel decided to send all of her students home with a note for their parents. It explained what the “Handle with Care” system was and how they could take advantage of it. In no time, parents began to show their appreciation for Rachel’s incredible act of kindness.
But Rachel’s kindness didn’t end with her class. News about the amazing system spread, and teachers across the country began giving it a shot in their own classrooms. Printouts can be found on the Smart School House website, and the feedback (反馈) has been extremely positive!
“The parents just let me know it was a hard morning for their children,” Rachel said. “I don’t need to know details but parents like that know I’m keeping an extra eye on them.”
Rachel added, “Even though teachers can sometimes tell when a student is having a tough day by the way they’ re acting, these simple texts allow educators to make minor adjustments in advance that in turn make the whole day better for everyone.”
4. Why does the author write paragraph 1
A. To show many students are mentally unhealthy.
B. To introduce the inspiration for Rachel’s system.
C. To analyze the causes of students’ health problems.
D. To emphasize parents should understand their kids.
5. How might Rachel treat the girl student with tough days
A. By communicating with her for a long time. B. By taking her to the gym for announcements.
C. By driving her back home as soon as possible. D. By giving her some time alone in a quiet place.
6. What can we learn about Rachel’s “Handle with Care” system
A. It is well received. B. It ends with her class.
C. It still confuses parents. D. It needs further testing.
7. What do Rachel’s words in the last paragraph suggest
A. Students are responsible for their own health.
B. It’s easy to tell if a student is having a tough day.
C. Educators needn’t always comfort their students.
D. The reminder of students’ emotional problems matters.
C
For humans, aging is unavoidable. But axolotls (蝾螈), those cute smiling animals of pop culture fame, seemingly avoid this fate to a point.
In a phenomenon called “neoteny”, axolotls never outgrow their initial stage, looking like oversize babies as adults. Not only do they look youthful, with feathery structures and distinctive characteristics, but these critically endangered Mexican species also experience few physical declines and diseases, and they can regenerate their limbs, tails, and even other organs over their 21-year lifespan. For that reason, human-bred axolotls, which are a light pink in color, are common research subjects for biologists, who have long been fascinated by their ability to fight aging.
Now, a new study reveals one more mystery about these curious creatures. Their bodies stop one of the key mechanisms of aging — the epigenetic clock (表观遗传时钟) — when they’re just four years old. An epigenetic clock estimates an animal’s age based on how life events, such as stress or diet, turns its genes on and off. If an animal has experienced a lot of physical and mental pain, for instance, its epigenetic or biological age, could be much older than its real age.
The findings could be one more step in the long quest to discover effective anti-aging treatments for humans, such as reducing inflammation (炎症), according to the study published on bioRxiv, a website where studies are posted without peer review. Chasing youth is a popular goal: The anti-aging market, valued at $40 billion, is estimated to hit $60 billion by 2032. What’s more, understanding axolotl genetics could inspire medicines for regenerating cells, muscles, or maybe even arms and legs.
“It is a great leap forward in aging and regeneration,” says James Godwin, an immunologist at the MDI Biological Laboratory in Maine who was not involved in the new study. “If the mechanisms can be understood, then many opportunities to improve human health could present themselves.”
The study team examined 180 axolotls from four weeks to 21 years of age. Hopefully, research on large scales is in store for future dedicated scientists.
8. What is a feature of axolotls due to “neoteny”
A. They experience rapid aging. B. They have a higher risk of disease.
C. They maintain a young appearance. D. They undergo a few dramatic body changes.
9. Which factor of an animal can affect its epigenetic clock
A. Its size. B. Its color. C. Its habitat D. Its suffering.
10. What does James Godwin think of the study
A. It is thorough. B. It is promising.
C. It is one-sided. D. It is misunderstood.
11. What field does the text mainly cover
A. Diet. B. Finance. C. Psychology. D. Biology.
D
Self-confidence is trusting in our abilities or qualities. It’s usually seen as a good thing. But is it possible that we might benefit from a little less confidence in our beliefs
For many years, Dr. Mark Leary, a neuroscientist at Duke University in Durham, N.C. , has studied the role of people’s beliefs in their behavior. He found overconfidence is very common, especially when it comes to what people believe to be true, and can lead us to disastrous decisions. In 1986, NASA believed that the risk of loss for any space flight was roughly 1 in 100,000. It was an overconfident belief and might have led to the explosion of the Challenger. The good news is that there’s a “vaccine (疫苗)” for overconfidence, and that’s what scientists call “intellectual humility”— recognizing that your beliefs could be wrong.
A survey of 144 college students to measure their intellectual humility found that students who saw their thinking could be wrong tended to be more curious and more likely to seek out new knowledge. They ended up knowing more at the end of the day. But does it actually help you beyond that
To find out more, Dr. Tenelle Porter at Ball State University conducted a series of studies with high school students. She found that students with intellectual humility were much more likely to test themselves to see whether they really understood the material and seek out potential holes in their understanding. When they got test scores, they’d change their study strategics to improve their performance and master the material for the next test.
Students who didn’t see their knowledge could be wrong might instead just sail through their studying and wouldn’t stop to ask themselves if they truly understood what they read, heard, or did. Such students thought they got a subject down pat, but when asked to explain it on a test, they found they didn’t actually understand as much as they had thought.
Although it might be good for you, researchers recognize that questioning your beliefs can be truly hard. Still, it’s important to remember that questioning beliefs isn’t always about replacing old ones with new ones. If you find it hard to question a belief, try taking “baby steps.”
12. Why does the author mention the explosion of the Challenger
A. To express his sorrow for the loss.
B To stress the high risk of space flights.
C To show the result of wrong operation.
D. To give an example of overconfidence.
13. What do we know about intellectual humility according to Porter’s research
A. It urged students to gain recognition.
B. It encouraged students to take exams.
C. It helped students to adjust learning methods.
D. It motivated students to memorize knowledge.
14. What do the underlined words “got a subject down pat” mean in paragraph 5
A. Fully mastered a subject. B. Put great effort into a subject
C. Really enjoyed a subject. D. Benefited a lot from a subject.
15. What will probably be discussed in the following paragraphs
A. Why questioning our belief is hard.
B. Why intellectual humility is helpful.
C. How to become a confident person.
D. How to practice intellectual humility.
第二节（共五小题，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。
It’s now, more than ever, crucial to adopting a low-impact lifestyle since all kinds of waste, including that of the fashion industry, are piling up in landfills with astonishing speed. ___16___ Thankfully, the following tips can help you reduce clothing waste.
·Buy fewer clothes overall. ___17___ It’s a more cautious approach to shopping and consumption (消费) in general. Think twice about what you will buy and say no to over consumption. You can even try out a minimalist (极简主义的) lifestyle. Shop for what you need only when necessary, keep things simple, and go back to basics.
·Shop for high-quality clothing. High-quality clothes can cost more at first but save you money in the long run. ___18___ Moreover, quality clothes can make you feel more comfortable and confident, improve your fashion style, and help you look your best.
·___19___ Upcycling is very beneficial to the planet and your budget (预算). Instead of throwing old clothes away, use parts of or entire old clothes to make something new and more valuable. You can even create stylish and unique pieces of clothing by upcycling.
·Donate your unwanted fashion items. Do a quick online search for your local options to donate clothes that are still in good condition. Be sure to contact organizations first and ask them what type of clothes they accept. You can donate clothing to for-profit companies or to homeless shelters and family service agencies. ___20___
A. Repurpose your old clothes.
B. Upcycle everyday household objects.
C. Limit your fashion consumption in the first place.
D. Thrown clothes have had a disastrous impact on the planet.
E. They are more likely to stay in good condition for a long time.
F. Heavy coats and sweaters can go to animal shelters in your local area.
G. Reducing clothing waste is necessary for making fashion more sustainable.
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分45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。
No one expected this from me. There had been an air of ____21____ rising within my family for months, and I felt totally overburdened with the school work and activities I had on my plate. So I ____22____.
I had completely no idea of returning home. It ____23____ some begging for a place to stay on the first night. I got enough cash for a room at a hostel on the second night by ____24____ my electronics (电子设备).
I spent the first few days full of optimism, ____25____ out around downtown New York. But that ____26____ soon gave way to fear. My money was running out fast, ____27____ me into financial responsibility. I ____28____ only what I needed at the lowest price when I was ____29____. Survival stress was a different beast than academic or familial stress. I was ____30____ as well as I could, but I was still greatly underprepared for living ____31____. So I took one more day to enjoy the city and my ____32____, and then I went home.
It had been less than a week, but it felt like much ____33____. Going back was much harder than leaving. Repairing my ____34____ with my parents was a difficult process. And missing a week of school was ____35____ enough, so my grades were in need of serious ____36____.
When all the dust settled, I didn’t want to run away from my ____37____ anymore. I grew up a lot that week and learned how to ____38____ self-control. I won’t ____39____ what I did to anyone. It didn’t provide any long-term ____40____ to any problem.
21. A. tension B. mystery C. expectation D. excitement
22. A. drew back B. dropped behind C. ran away D. gave up
23. A. included B. required C. received D. mentioned
24. A. repairing B. abandoning C. donating D. selling
25. A. falling B. working C. hanging D. screaming
26. A. regret B. patience C. anxiety D. hope
27. A. forcing B. inviting C. persuading D. accompanying
28. A. appreciated B. accepted C. suggested D. bought
29. A. conscious B. exhausted C. starving D. generous
30. A. adapting B. surviving C. travelling D. behaving
31 A. bravely B. independently C. expensively D. healthily
32. A. future B. freedom C. holiday D. process
33. A. longer B. busier C. happier D. lonelier
34. A. friendship B. relationship C. combination D. impression
35. A. skeptical B. specific C. tough D. changeable
36. A. control B. recovery C. reflection D. observation
37. A. problems B. activities C. conclusions D. decisions
38. A. confirm B. avoid C. reduce D. practice
39. A. describe B. return C. report D. recommend
40. A. attention B. consideration C. solution D. communication
第二节 单项选择题（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
41. While the Spending jar is about the here and now, the Saving jar gives you a(n) ________ for the future.
A. component B. masterpiece C. vision D. analysis
42. They felt great ________ for the victims.
A. loyalty B. sympathy C. content D. inspiration
43. ________ people want to be the best at everything.
A. Grateful B. Informal C. Competitive D. Righteous
44. In modern society, modesty is a necessary ________.
A. fault B. dedication C. desire D. virtue
45. Scientists say there is no ________ evidence that power lines have anything to do with cancer.
A. innocent B. adjustable C. convincing D. incredible
46. I have been so ________ with work that I haven't had time for social activities.
A complicated B. appropriate C. urgent D. occupied
47. A ________ relationship, agreement, or discussion is friendly and peaceful.
A. humble B. legal C. memorial D. harmonious
48. Yuan Longping is one of the most ________ scientists in agriculture.
A. financial B. influential C. beneficial D. official
49. She was over the age limit, ________, her application was rejected.
A. in addition B. as a consequence C. by accident D. by chance
50. People like emojis because they add ________ meaning, and are quick and easy to use.
A. collective B. tragic C. emotional D. academic
51. We’ve come to the ________ that he’s not the right person for the job.
A. conclusion B. election C. aggression D. automation
52. The intention of these adaptations of William Shakespear’s popular plays is to make the classics more ________ to young readers.
A. accessible B. disheartened C. painstaking D. profound
53. My parents bought me a bicycle to ________ me for passing the exams.
A. compensate B. regulate C. tackle D. reward
54. The plan is designed to ________ employees to work more efficiently.
A motivate B. cherish C. clarify D. acclaim
55. As a doctor, you often need to ________ your personal feelings.
A. back down B. pick up C. get across D. lay aside
第三节（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
If you have the chance to go back to ancient China and ask an ____56____ (educate) man what his biggest dream was. He would tell you that he wants to become a zhuang yuan, ____57____ title conferred (授予) on the scholar ____58____ came first in the highest imperial examination.
In ancient China, it was not that easy ____59____ (be) an official. You have to take exams first. The exams are very difficult ____60____ have many procedures. The outcome has to be confirmed by the Emperor himself. The number one scholar with the best score in the imperial exam ____61____ (call) zhuang yuan. Once you are selected ____62____ zhuang yuan, you will be appreciated by the Emperor and appear in a parade downtown with a red robe and a tall, strong horse. Zhuang yuan is referred to the elite scholars. Now the imperial competitive examination ____63____ (cancel) for many years.
However, people still enjoy ____64____ (label) the top talent in their respective field as a Zhuang yuan. An old saying goes that there are 360 ____65____ (trade) and every trade has his master, or zhuang yuan.
第四部分 读后续写（满分25分）
66. 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。
It was the end of the school year. Mum dropped me off at the school gate and I dashed toward my classroom as usual, without being aware my German Shepherd, Baxter also jumped out of the car and followed me into the school. For fear that I might be late for Mrs. White’s class, I just ignored the strange glances and laughter all the way, thinking they had nothing to do with me, until my best friend Roy yelled anxiously, “Melisa... Baxter behind you.”
I turned around. There he was, with his tongue hanging out and tail wagging happily in the wind. I was rooted on the spot. I wasn’t supposed to bring my dog to school, but at that moment, it was just impossible to get Baxter back.
I lowered myself and tried to get Barter to come closer, but he stared at me for a while, and jumped back. He was waiting for me to take him outside for a walk. Praise is always good, even for a dog, so I said, “Baxter, good boy. Come on now.” Luckily, he ran toward me.
But I could never hide such a naughty dog under my desk. I looked at Roy helplessly, whose eyes suddenly lit up, “The closet (储存室)...”
Yes, the closet. A thrill of excitement ran through my body. There, at the end of the hallway of this building, just on this floor, there was a small unlocked closet where we could safely park Baxter. That was really a perfect idea which would free me from my dilemma.
Then, Roy and I ran desperately back into our classroom. Hardly had we settled down into our seats when Mrs. White came in, books and papers in her hand.
The class went on smoothly. Mrs. White explained some rules patiently and reminded us to take notes. I listened attentively. Then something went wrong. When Mrs. White began to write some math problems on the blackboard, quietly, a dog slid in. It was Baxter. Mrs. White turned around, frozen with shock. “Whose dog is it ”
注意：1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1:
At this time, Baxter spotted me and ran toward me excitedly.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Paragraph 2:
I had thought Mrs, White wouldn’t get away with it.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
答案版
【答案】1. C 2. A 3. B
【答案】4. B 5. D 6. A 7. D
【答案】8. C 9. D 10. B 11. D
【答案】12. D 13. C 14. A 15. D
【答案】16. D 17. C 18. E 19. A 20. F
【答案】21. A 22. C 23. B 24. D 25. C 26. D 27. A 28. D 29. C 30. A 31. B 32. B 33. A 34. B 35. C 36. B 37. A 38. D 39. D 40. C
第二节 单项选择题（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
41. While the Spending jar is about the here and now, the Saving jar gives you a(n) ________ for the future.
A. component B. masterpiece C. vision D. analysis
【答案】C
42. They felt great ________ for the victims.
A. loyalty B. sympathy C. content D. inspiration
【答案】B
43. ________ people want to be the best at everything.
A. Grateful B. Informal C. Competitive D. Righteous
44. In modern society, modesty is a necessary ________.
A. fault B. dedication C. desire D. virtue
【答案】D
45. Scientists say there is no ________ evidence that power lines have anything to do with cancer.
A. innocent B. adjustable C. convincing D. incredible
【答案】C
46. I have been so ________ with work that I haven't had time for social activities.
A. complicated B. appropriate C. urgent D. occupied
【答案】D
47. A ________ relationship, agreement, or discussion is friendly and peaceful.
A. humble B. legal C. memorial D. harmonious
【答案】D
48. Yuan Longping is one of the most ________ scientists in agriculture.
A. financial B. influential C. beneficial D. official
【答案】B
49. She was over the age limit, ________, her application was rejected.
A. in addition B. as a consequence C. by accident D. by chance
【答案】B
50. People like emojis because they add ________ meaning, and are quick and easy to use.
A. collective B. tragic C. emotional D. academic
【答案】C
51. We’ve come to the ________ that he’s not the right person for the job.
A. conclusion B. election C. aggression D. automation
【答案】A
52. The intention of these adaptations of William Shakespear’s popular plays is to make the classics more ________ to young readers.
A. accessible B. disheartened C. painstaking D. profound
【答案】A
53. My parents bought me a bicycle to ________ me for passing the exams.
A. compensate B. regulate C. tackle D. reward
【答案】D
54. The plan is designed to ________ employees to work more efficiently.
A. motivate B. cherish C. clarify D. acclaim
【答案】A
55. As a doctor, you often need to ________ your personal feelings.
A. back down B. pick up C. get across D. lay aside
【答案】D
【答案】56. educated
57. a 58. who
59. to be 60. and
61. is called
62. as 63. has been canceled
64. labeling##labelling
65. trades
【答案】Paragraph 1:
At this time, Baxter spotted me and ran toward me excitedly. He announced silently to all that I was his owner. With my heart racing and my face burning, I could see, from the comer of my eyes, some of my classmates looked at me sympathetically. I reminded myself to breathe as I stood up, with sweat streaming down the back of my neck, and said, “Sorry.” I explained nervously, choking with shame and tears. Baxter sensed my anxiety and began to bark. I tried desperately to calm him down.
Paragraph 2:
I had thought Mrs. White wouldn’t let me get away with it. However, Mrs. White didn’t scold me. Instead, she suggested I keep Baxter in her office for a while. She also lent me her cell phone, so that I could call my mother asking her to pick Baxter up. Because of my teacher’s kindness, the accident turned into an amusing incident. After the class, I made an apology again to Mrs. White but she just patted me softly saying, “It’s OK.” It was the first time I had felt my teacher was such a gentle woman.
第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
To experience a diverse range of artistic expressions, we will host different art exhibitions in 2025. Now we are proud to announce something about our upcoming exhibits.
Exhibit 1
This one is a group art show that may blow your mind. The exhibit will feature works that reflect thoughts of grassroots groups, which are actually made up of 50 high school students. The exhibition will explore the combination of cultural and personal narratives in art, giving you fascinating insights into the coexistence between humans and the environment.
Exhibit 2
This exhibit’s theme is “All That Is In Between”. Bringing together a mix of historical objects and contemporary artworks, it will explore the many aspects of faith. The event will be divided into seven sections and will bring 200 known art talents, together with the artist-led workshops from around the world.
Exhibit 3
A diverse collection of artists showcasing contemporary digital art from the world can be expected in this exhibit. There will be more than 20 pieces of AI-generated works displayed for the first time. The line-up will not only include established artists but also represent new and impressive AI artworks from the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Exhibit 4
This exhibit, focusing on deep talks around the concept of memory and time, will bring together a variety of mediums — painting, sculpture, and digital art — to create a united yet diverse display. Highlights include a sculptural installation (装置) and a contemporary digital art performance. Other fun-filled events include panel discussions throughout the duration of the exhibit.
Click here or follow the given information below for further details on the full schedule of all the exhibition events.
Contact Information:
Phone: (123) 654-9876
Email: artfairsgallery@
1. What do the artworks on Exhibit 1 highlight
A. The history of humans. B. The faith of environmentalists.
C. The ideas of some ordinary youths. D. The thoughts of some talented artists.
2. What is a common element between Exhibit 3 and Exhibit 4
A. Modern technology. B. Political power.
C. Ancient architecture. D. Contemporary literature.
3. How many ways are mentioned in the text to know more about the exhibits
A. Two. B. Three.
C. Four. D. Five.
B
A few years ago, Rachel Harder, a fourth-grade teacher, attended a trauma (精神创伤) conference. She learned that some police stations partnered with schools so they could let teachers know when one of their students had a police encounter, something that could cause the student to need extra care or attention.
“I loved this idea and figured there had to be a way to make this work within my own classroom community,” Rachel said.
A year after the conference, Rachel had a student with autism (自闭症) who frequently had tough days. To support her, Rachel told the student’s mother to simply text her “handle with care” to let her know when it was going to be one of those days.
“I knew that when she texted me, it meant that her daughter needed some extra time and a quiet location, not the gym for morning announcements, so that the rest of her day went smoothly,” Rachel said.
The simple method was such a success that Rachel decided to send all of her students home with a note for their parents. It explained what the “Handle with Care” system was and how they could take advantage of it. In no time, parents began to show their appreciation for Rachel’s incredible act of kindness.
But Rachel’s kindness didn’t end with her class. News about the amazing system spread, and teachers across the country began giving it a shot in their own classrooms. Printouts can be found on the Smart School House website, and the feedback (反馈) has been extremely positive!
“The parents just let me know it was a hard morning for their children,” Rachel said. “I don’t need to know details but parents like that know I’m keeping an extra eye on them.”
Rachel added, “Even though teachers can sometimes tell when a student is having a tough day by the way they’ re acting, these simple texts allow educators to make minor adjustments in advance that in turn make the whole day better for everyone.”
4. Why does the author write paragraph 1
A. To show many students are mentally unhealthy.
B. To introduce the inspiration for Rachel’s system.
C. To analyze the causes of students’ health problems.
D. To emphasize parents should understand their kids.
5. How might Rachel treat the girl student with tough days
A. By communicating with her for a long time. B. By taking her to the gym for announcements.
C. By driving her back home as soon as possible. D. By giving her some time alone in a quiet place.
6. What can we learn about Rachel’s “Handle with Care” system
A. It is well received. B. It ends with her class.
C. It still confuses parents. D. It needs further testing.
7. What do Rachel’s words in the last paragraph suggest
A. Students are responsible for their own health.
B. It’s easy to tell if a student is having a tough day.
C. Educators needn’t always comfort their students.
D. The reminder of students’ emotional problems matters.
C
For humans, aging is unavoidable. But axolotls (蝾螈), those cute smiling animals of pop culture fame, seemingly avoid this fate to a point.
In a phenomenon called “neoteny”, axolotls never outgrow their initial stage, looking like oversize babies as adults. Not only do they look youthful, with feathery structures and distinctive characteristics, but these critically endangered Mexican species also experience few physical declines and diseases, and they can regenerate their limbs, tails, and even other organs over their 21-year lifespan. For that reason, human-bred axolotls, which are a light pink in color, are common research subjects for biologists, who have long been fascinated by their ability to fight aging.
Now, a new study reveals one more mystery about these curious creatures. Their bodies stop one of the key mechanisms of aging — the epigenetic clock (表观遗传时钟) — when they’re just four years old. An epigenetic clock estimates an animal’s age based on how life events, such as stress or diet, turns its genes on and off. If an animal has experienced a lot of physical and mental pain, for instance, its epigenetic or biological age, could be much older than its real age.
The findings could be one more step in the long quest to discover effective anti-aging treatments for humans, such as reducing inflammation (炎症), according to the study published on bioRxiv, a website where studies are posted without peer review. Chasing youth is a popular goal: The anti-aging market, valued at $40 billion, is estimated to hit $60 billion by 2032. What’s more, understanding axolotl genetics could inspire medicines for regenerating cells, muscles, or maybe even arms and legs.
“It is a great leap forward in aging and regeneration,” says James Godwin, an immunologist at the MDI Biological Laboratory in Maine who was not involved in the new study. “If the mechanisms can be understood, then many opportunities to improve human health could present themselves.”
The study team examined 180 axolotls from four weeks to 21 years of age. Hopefully, research on large scales is in store for future dedicated scientists.
8. What is a feature of axolotls due to “neoteny”
A. They experience rapid aging. B. They have a higher risk of disease.
C. They maintain a young appearance. D. They undergo a few dramatic body changes.
9. Which factor of an animal can affect its epigenetic clock
A. Its size. B. Its color. C. Its habitat D. Its suffering.
10. What does James Godwin think of the study
A. It is thorough. B. It is promising.
C. It is one-sided. D. It is misunderstood.
11. What field does the text mainly cover
A. Diet. B. Finance. C. Psychology. D. Biology.
D
Self-confidence is trusting in our abilities or qualities. It’s usually seen as a good thing. But is it possible that we might benefit from a little less confidence in our beliefs
For many years, Dr. Mark Leary, a neuroscientist at Duke University in Durham, N.C. , has studied the role of people’s beliefs in their behavior. He found overconfidence is very common, especially when it comes to what people believe to be true, and can lead us to disastrous decisions. In 1986, NASA believed that the risk of loss for any space flight was roughly 1 in 100,000. It was an overconfident belief and might have led to the explosion of the Challenger. The good news is that there’s a “vaccine (疫苗)” for overconfidence, and that’s what scientists call “intellectual humility”— recognizing that your beliefs could be wrong.
A survey of 144 college students to measure their intellectual humility found that students who saw their thinking could be wrong tended to be more curious and more likely to seek out new knowledge. They ended up knowing more at the end of the day. But does it actually help you beyond that
To find out more, Dr. Tenelle Porter at Ball State University conducted a series of studies with high school students. She found that students with intellectual humility were much more likely to test themselves to see whether they really understood the material and seek out potential holes in their understanding. When they got test scores, they’d change their study strategics to improve their performance and master the material for the next test.
Students who didn’t see their knowledge could be wrong might instead just sail through their studying and wouldn’t stop to ask themselves if they truly understood what they read, heard, or did. Such students thought they got a subject down pat, but when asked to explain it on a test, they found they didn’t actually understand as much as they had thought.
Although it might be good for you, researchers recognize that questioning your beliefs can be truly hard. Still, it’s important to remember that questioning beliefs isn’t always about replacing old ones with new ones. If you find it hard to question a belief, try taking “baby steps.”
12. Why does the author mention the explosion of the Challenger
A. To express his sorrow for the loss.
B To stress the high risk of space flights.
C To show the result of wrong operation.
D. To give an example of overconfidence.
13. What do we know about intellectual humility according to Porter’s research
A. It urged students to gain recognition.
B. It encouraged students to take exams.
C. It helped students to adjust learning methods.
D. It motivated students to memorize knowledge.
14. What do the underlined words “got a subject down pat” mean in paragraph 5
A. Fully mastered a subject. B. Put great effort into a subject
C. Really enjoyed a subject. D. Benefited a lot from a subject.
15. What will probably be discussed in the following paragraphs
A. Why questioning our belief is hard.
B. Why intellectual humility is helpful.
C. How to become a confident person.
D. How to practice intellectual humility.
第二节（共五小题，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。
It’s now, more than ever, crucial to adopting a low-impact lifestyle since all kinds of waste, including that of the fashion industry, are piling up in landfills with astonishing speed. ___16___ Thankfully, the following tips can help you reduce clothing waste.
·Buy fewer clothes overall. ___17___ It’s a more cautious approach to shopping and consumption (消费) in general. Think twice about what you will buy and say no to over consumption. You can even try out a minimalist (极简主义的) lifestyle. Shop for what you need only when necessary, keep things simple, and go back to basics.
·Shop for high-quality clothing. High-quality clothes can cost more at first but save you money in the long run. ___18___ Moreover, quality clothes can make you feel more comfortable and confident, improve your fashion style, and help you look your best.
·___19___ Upcycling is very beneficial to the planet and your budget (预算). Instead of throwing old clothes away, use parts of or entire old clothes to make something new and more valuable. You can even create stylish and unique pieces of clothing by upcycling.
·Donate your unwanted fashion items. Do a quick online search for your local options to donate clothes that are still in good condition. Be sure to contact organizations first and ask them what type of clothes they accept. You can donate clothing to for-profit companies or to homeless shelters and family service agencies. ___20___
A. Repurpose your old clothes.
B. Upcycle everyday household objects.
C. Limit your fashion consumption in the first place.
D. Thrown clothes have had a disastrous impact on the planet.
E. They are more likely to stay in good condition for a long time.
F. Heavy coats and sweaters can go to animal shelters in your local area.
G. Reducing clothing waste is necessary for making fashion more sustainable.
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分45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。
No one expected this from me. There had been an air of ____21____ rising within my family for months, and I felt totally overburdened with the school work and activities I had on my plate. So I ____22____.
I had completely no idea of returning home. It ____23____ some begging for a place to stay on the first night. I got enough cash for a room at a hostel on the second night by ____24____ my electronics (电子设备).
I spent the first few days full of optimism, ____25____ out around downtown New York. But that ____26____ soon gave way to fear. My money was running out fast, ____27____ me into financial responsibility. I ____28____ only what I needed at the lowest price when I was ____29____. Survival stress was a different beast than academic or familial stress. I was ____30____ as well as I could, but I was still greatly underprepared for living ____31____. So I took one more day to enjoy the city and my ____32____, and then I went home.
It had been less than a week, but it felt like much ____33____. Going back was much harder than leaving. Repairing my ____34____ with my parents was a difficult process. And missing a week of school was ____35____ enough, so my grades were in need of serious ____36____.
When all the dust settled, I didn’t want to run away from my ____37____ anymore. I grew up a lot that week and learned how to ____38____ self-control. I won’t ____39____ what I did to anyone. It didn’t provide any long-term ____40____ to any problem.
21. A. tension B. mystery C. expectation D. excitement
22. A. drew back B. dropped behind C. ran away D. gave up
23. A. included B. required C. received D. mentioned
24. A. repairing B. abandoning C. donating D. selling
25. A. falling B. working C. hanging D. screaming
26. A. regret B. patience C. anxiety D. hope
27. A. forcing B. inviting C. persuading D. accompanying
28. A. appreciated B. accepted C. suggested D. bought
29. A. conscious B. exhausted C. starving D. generous
30. A. adapting B. surviving C. travelling D. behaving
31 A. bravely B. independently C. expensively D. healthily
32. A. future B. freedom C. holiday D. process
33. A. longer B. busier C. happier D. lonelier
34. A. friendship B. relationship C. combination D. impression
35. A. skeptical B. specific C. tough D. changeable
36. A. control B. recovery C. reflection D. observation
37. A. problems B. activities C. conclusions D. decisions
38. A. confirm B. avoid C. reduce D. practice
39. A. describe B. return C. report D. recommend
40. A. attention B. consideration C. solution D. communication
第二节 单项选择题（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
41. While the Spending jar is about the here and now, the Saving jar gives you a(n) ________ for the future.
A. component B. masterpiece C. vision D. analysis
42. They felt great ________ for the victims.
A. loyalty B. sympathy C. content D. inspiration
43. ________ people want to be the best at everything.
A. Grateful B. Informal C. Competitive D. Righteous
44. In modern society, modesty is a necessary ________.
A. fault B. dedication C. desire D. virtue
45. Scientists say there is no ________ evidence that power lines have anything to do with cancer.
A. innocent B. adjustable C. convincing D. incredible
46. I have been so ________ with work that I haven't had time for social activities.
A complicated B. appropriate C. urgent D. occupied
47. A ________ relationship, agreement, or discussion is friendly and peaceful.
A. humble B. legal C. memorial D. harmonious
48. Yuan Longping is one of the most ________ scientists in agriculture.
A. financial B. influential C. beneficial D. official
49. She was over the age limit, ________, her application was rejected.
A. in addition B. as a consequence C. by accident D. by chance
50. People like emojis because they add ________ meaning, and are quick and easy to use.
A. collective B. tragic C. emotional D. academic
51. We’ve come to the ________ that he’s not the right person for the job.
A. conclusion B. election C. aggression D. automation
52. The intention of these adaptations of William Shakespear’s popular plays is to make the classics more ________ to young readers.
A. accessible B. disheartened C. painstaking D. profound
53. My parents bought me a bicycle to ________ me for passing the exams.
A. compensate B. regulate C. tackle D. reward
54. The plan is designed to ________ employees to work more efficiently.
A motivate B. cherish C. clarify D. acclaim
55. As a doctor, you often need to ________ your personal feelings.
A. back down B. pick up C. get across D. lay aside
第三节（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
If you have the chance to go back to ancient China and ask an ____56____ (educate) man what his biggest dream was. He would tell you that he wants to become a zhuang yuan, ____57____ title conferred (授予) on the scholar ____58____ came first in the highest imperial examination.
In ancient China, it was not that easy ____59____ (be) an official. You have to take exams first. The exams are very difficult ____60____ have many procedures. The outcome has to be confirmed by the Emperor himself. The number one scholar with the best score in the imperial exam ____61____ (call) zhuang yuan. Once you are selected ____62____ zhuang yuan, you will be appreciated by the Emperor and appear in a parade downtown with a red robe and a tall, strong horse. Zhuang yuan is referred to the elite scholars. Now the imperial competitive examination ____63____ (cancel) for many years.
However, people still enjoy ____64____ (label) the top talent in their respective field as a Zhuang yuan. An old saying goes that there are 360 ____65____ (trade) and every trade has his master, or zhuang yuan.
第四部分 读后续写（满分25分）
66. 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。
It was the end of the school year. Mum dropped me off at the school gate and I dashed toward my classroom as usual, without being aware my German Shepherd, Baxter also jumped out of the car and followed me into the school. For fear that I might be late for Mrs. White’s class, I just ignored the strange glances and laughter all the way, thinking they had nothing to do with me, until my best friend Roy yelled anxiously, “Melisa... Baxter behind you.”
I turned around. There he was, with his tongue hanging out and tail wagging happily in the wind. I was rooted on the spot. I wasn’t supposed to bring my dog to school, but at that moment, it was just impossible to get Baxter back.
I lowered myself and tried to get Barter to come closer, but he stared at me for a while, and jumped back. He was waiting for me to take him outside for a walk. Praise is always good, even for a dog, so I said, “Baxter, good boy. Come on now.” Luckily, he ran toward me.
But I could never hide such a naughty dog under my desk. I looked at Roy helplessly, whose eyes suddenly lit up, “The closet (储存室)...”
Yes, the closet. A thrill of excitement ran through my body. There, at the end of the hallway of this building, just on this floor, there was a small unlocked closet where we could safely park Baxter. That was really a perfect idea which would free me from my dilemma.
Then, Roy and I ran desperately back into our classroom. Hardly had we settled down into our seats when Mrs. White came in, books and papers in her hand.
The class went on smoothly. Mrs. White explained some rules patiently and reminded us to take notes. I listened attentively. Then something went wrong. When Mrs. White began to write some math problems on the blackboard, quietly, a dog slid in. It was Baxter. Mrs. White turned around, frozen with shock. “Whose dog is it ”
注意：1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1:
At this time, Baxter spotted me and ran toward me excitedly.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Paragraph 2:
I had thought Mrs, White wouldn’t get away with it.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
答案版
【答案】1. C 2. A 3. B
【答案】4. B 5. D 6. A 7. D
【答案】8. C 9. D 10. B 11. D
【答案】12. D 13. C 14. A 15. D
【答案】16. D 17. C 18. E 19. A 20. F
【答案】21. A 22. C 23. B 24. D 25. C 26. D 27. A 28. D 29. C 30. A 31. B 32. B 33. A 34. B 35. C 36. B 37. A 38. D 39. D 40. C
第二节 单项选择题（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
41. While the Spending jar is about the here and now, the Saving jar gives you a(n) ________ for the future.
A. component B. masterpiece C. vision D. analysis
【答案】C
42. They felt great ________ for the victims.
A. loyalty B. sympathy C. content D. inspiration
【答案】B
43. ________ people want to be the best at everything.
A. Grateful B. Informal C. Competitive D. Righteous
44. In modern society, modesty is a necessary ________.
A. fault B. dedication C. desire D. virtue
【答案】D
45. Scientists say there is no ________ evidence that power lines have anything to do with cancer.
A. innocent B. adjustable C. convincing D. incredible
【答案】C
46. I have been so ________ with work that I haven't had time for social activities.
A. complicated B. appropriate C. urgent D. occupied
【答案】D
47. A ________ relationship, agreement, or discussion is friendly and peaceful.
A. humble B. legal C. memorial D. harmonious
【答案】D
48. Yuan Longping is one of the most ________ scientists in agriculture.
A. financial B. influential C. beneficial D. official
【答案】B
49. She was over the age limit, ________, her application was rejected.
A. in addition B. as a consequence C. by accident D. by chance
【答案】B
50. People like emojis because they add ________ meaning, and are quick and easy to use.
A. collective B. tragic C. emotional D. academic
【答案】C
51. We’ve come to the ________ that he’s not the right person for the job.
A. conclusion B. election C. aggression D. automation
【答案】A
52. The intention of these adaptations of William Shakespear’s popular plays is to make the classics more ________ to young readers.
A. accessible B. disheartened C. painstaking D. profound
【答案】A
53. My parents bought me a bicycle to ________ me for passing the exams.
A. compensate B. regulate C. tackle D. reward
【答案】D
54. The plan is designed to ________ employees to work more efficiently.
A. motivate B. cherish C. clarify D. acclaim
【答案】A
55. As a doctor, you often need to ________ your personal feelings.
A. back down B. pick up C. get across D. lay aside
【答案】D
【答案】56. educated
57. a 58. who
59. to be 60. and
61. is called
62. as 63. has been canceled
64. labeling##labelling
65. trades
【答案】Paragraph 1:
At this time, Baxter spotted me and ran toward me excitedly. He announced silently to all that I was his owner. With my heart racing and my face burning, I could see, from the comer of my eyes, some of my classmates looked at me sympathetically. I reminded myself to breathe as I stood up, with sweat streaming down the back of my neck, and said, “Sorry.” I explained nervously, choking with shame and tears. Baxter sensed my anxiety and began to bark. I tried desperately to calm him down.
Paragraph 2:
I had thought Mrs. White wouldn’t let me get away with it. However, Mrs. White didn’t scold me. Instead, she suggested I keep Baxter in her office for a while. She also lent me her cell phone, so that I could call my mother asking her to pick Baxter up. Because of my teacher’s kindness, the accident turned into an amusing incident. After the class, I made an apology again to Mrs. White but she just patted me softly saying, “It’s OK.” It was the first time I had felt my teacher was such a gentle woman.
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