江苏省常州高级中学2024-2025学年第一学期高一年级期末质量调研
英语试卷
说明：1.请将答案填写在答卷上。
2.本卷总分为150分，考试时间为120分钟。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1.Why is the man going to the doctor
A. He has a stomachache. B. He has a headache. C. He has the flu.
2. What will be served later
A. Pork. B. Soup. C. Steak.
3. What will the man do next
A. Visit a café. B. Enjoy artworks. C. Watch a sports game.
4. What is the topic of the conversation
A. Reporting a traffic accident. B. Running to keep fit. C. Trying to catch a flight.
5. Where are the speakers probably
A. In a classroom. B. In a park. C. In a library.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答6、7题。
6. When are the speakers going to meet next week
A. On Thursday. B. On Friday. C. On Saturday.
7. What do the speakers agree on doing
A. Going out for a drink. B. Running in the park. C. Having a meal.
听第7段材料，回答8至10题。
8. What is the man trying to do
A. Share an experience. B. Make an invitation. C. Promote a sport.
9. Why doesn’t the woman want to go to the beach
A. She has no proper shoes. B. She has a fear of the sea. C. She dislikes the sand.
10. Who is Andrew
A. The man’s classmate. B. The speakers’ friend. C. The woman’s brother.
听第8段材料，回答11至13题。
11. What did the woman’s son do at the weekend
A. He did sports. B. He went shopping. C. He had a birthday party.
12. How many coats did the woman buy
A. Two. B. Three. C. Four.
13. What season is it currently
A. Summer. B. Autumn. C. Winter.
听第9段材料，回答14至16题。
14. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Interviewer and interviewee. B. Teacher and student. C. Publisher and writer.
15. Why does Sarah think she’s qualified for the role
A. She is strict. B. She loves literature. C. She has two years of experience.
16. What did Sarah dislike about her last school
A. Its discipline. B. Its students. C. Its location.
听第10段材料，回答17至20题。
17. What does the speaker say about Chinese culture
A. It’s complicated with a long history.
B. It’s a mix of traditional and modern ideas.
C. Chinese medicine reflects China’s geography.
18. How many literary classics does the speaker mention
A. One. B. Two. C. Three.
19. What does the speaker think of Chinese cultural heritage
A. It’s difficult to understand. B. It needs to be reshaped. C. It’s worth passing down.
20. What will the listeners do first
A. Have a rest. B. Have a discussion. C. Have a taste of some food.
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题纸上将该项涂黑。
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Welcome to our guide of the Best Movies of 2024, featuring every Certified Fresh movie as they come in week by week!
Joker: Folie a Deux (Oct. 4)
The first Joker stunned Hollywood by becoming a $1 billion hit despite being R-rated and having a modest budget for a comic book movie. The sequel (续作) comes at a challenging time for the comic book genre, but can Joiner 2 have the last laugh Joaquin Phoenix reprises his Oscar-winning role
As Arthur Fleck, with Lady Gaga joining as co-lead in this musical in filmmaker Todd Phillips’ feature.
Twisters (July 19)
The new version of the 90s movie Twister stars Daisy Edgar-Jones, Glen Powell and Anthony Ramos. Minari’s Lee Isaac Chung directs. The original followed storm- chasers in Oklahoma and was known for its inventive special effects that brought tornadoes to the big screen.
Inside Out 2 (June 14)
The gang is back together in this animated follow-up to the beloved Pixar movie that follows the anthropomorphized (人格化) emotions of a young girl led by Amy Poehler’s Joy. Joining for this round is Anxiety, voiced by Maya Hawke.
Mufasa: The Lion King (Dec. 20)
After Jon Favreau’s The Lion King remake made more than S 1. billion at the box office in 2019 Disney was keen to return to the world with a prequel (前传) focusing on Mufasa. This time, Barry Jenkins directs the cartoon with — Aaron Pierre voicing Mufasa, a role made famous by James Earl Jones in the 1994 animated feature.
1. Which movie is a remake
A. Joker: Folie a Deux. B. Twisters.
C. Inside Out 2. D. Mufasa: The Lion King.
2. What do Inside Out 2 and Mufasa: The Lion King have in common
A. Both are animated films. B. Both introduce new characters.
C. Both are made by new directors. D. Both are financially successful.
3 Where is the text probably from
A. journal on film studies. B. An entertainment website.
C. A textbook on movie history. D. A daily newspaper on global news.
【答案】1. B 2. A 3. B
B
My wife always wanted a Vizsla, so when we got the house, the garden and everything sorted, we did some research and found a lovely breeder (饲养员) based in Scotland. He was in charge of everything, so a few months go by and the next thing I know, we’ve got a puppy!
I’ve grown up with animals all my life, and I’m so glad I have. I love the fact that I was never afraid of any animals. Although you do obviously have to be careful when introducing children to a dog they don’t know, because you don’t know how it’s going to behave, it always saddens me when I see children scared when they walk past Pedro. I think it’s great for kids to learn how to look after an animal.
And obviously for us as a family, it’s brilliant because we take Pedro for so many walks. It’s a bit of a family bonding experience getting out in the fresh air; taking Pedro for a walk multiple times a day is just really lovely. Meanwhile, the most rewarding, I think, is just seeing how amazing he is with the kids. He is so calm, so protective, so loving, and we are his world.
I think the most challenging aspects with Pedro were when he was a puppy (小狗). He was pretty hard work. He was never aggressive, but he was quite bitey as puppies are, constantly pulling out your clothes and putting holes in them, which is very annoying. He chewed the furniture-my sofas are barely standing up; their wooden legs are almost in pieces. Obviously, the dog training in the house was quite stressful and his jumping at strangers in the park and running off was always quite scary.
As a new puppy owner, you’re overloaded with advice from social media, magazines, other dog owners and friends, so finding a source of information you trust is so important and can be a real turning point. I know what it’s like to be bombarded with conflicting information, so I would have really welcomed Royal Canin’s “One in a Billion” platform as a new puppy owner. It’s a one-stop shop for new dog owners: a single source of credible information that is so helpful in navigating the early stages of your puppy’s life.
4. What do we know about the author
A. He is inexperienced in raising pets.
B. He is unsupportive of his wife’s desire.
C. He feels it a pity that children shy away from pets.
D. He thinks one should be cautious about raising pets.
5. What does the author think of Pedro
A. Dangerous but loyal. B. Playful and gentle.
C. Adorable but troublesome. D. Annoying and fierce.
6. What can we infer according to paragraph 4
A. Dogs are man’s best friends.
B. It is worthless to have a dog.
C. Puppies are unfriendly to humans.
D. It is challenging to train a puppy.
7. What is the purpose of the last paragraph
A. To recommend a reliable platform.
B. To share a fun experience.
C. To offer evidence for an argument.
D. To advertise a practical product.
【答案】4. C 5. C 6. D 7. A
C
There is such a thing as a free lunch, it turns out, as long as you don’t mind too much what it is. Tamara Wilson found hers a few streets away from her west London home — and as well as picking up some unwanted bread and fruit that would otherwise be thrown away, she made a new friend.
Wilson is one of 3.4 million people around the world using an app designed to encourage people to give away rather than throw away surplus (剩余的) food. “It’s such a small thing, but it makes me feel good and my neighbour feel good. And a lot of small acts can end up making a big difference,” she said.
The last few years have seen an explosion in creative ways to tackle food waste by linking supermarkets, cafes, restaurants and individual households to local communities. Olio, the app used by Wilson, saw a fivefold increase in listings during 2022, and the signs are that this rapid growth is continuing into 2023, said Tessa Clarke, its CEO and co-founder.
About a third of all food produced globally is wasted, according to the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO). Almost 1.4 billion hectares of land — close to 30% of the world’s agricultural land — is dedicated to producing food that is never eaten, and the carbon footprint of food wastage makes it the third contributor of CO2. Reducing food waste is one of the most effective ways of tackling the global climate crisis.
Olio, Clarke said, was an attempt to change this on a small, local scale. “The app connects people with others who have surplus food but don’t have anyone to give it to because so many people are disconnected from their communities.” Users of Olio post images of surplus food that others in the neighbourhood might want. Olio also has a network of 24,000 volunteers who collect surplus food from local supermarkets and stores for app users to claim.
Despite the success of the app, it was hard to make a difference to the huge scale of food waste, Clarke added. “Even though we’re doing well, we’ve only scratched the surface (触及表面). But if everyone makes small changes in the world, we’d dramatically reduce the amount of food that ends up in bins (垃圾桶).”
8. What does the author want to show by telling Wilson’s story
A. People tend to use apps to order food. B. People prefer to make friends on apps.
C. People find a high-tech fix to food waste. D. People show more concern for each other.
9. What’s the consequence of food waste according to the text
A. Global warming. B. Loss of land. C. World hunger. D. Poverty and inequality.
10. What does Olio do to help tackle food waste
A. It sells surplus food to those in need. B. It allows volunteers to stay connected.
C. It provides a platform for people to promote food. D. It fills the information gap between green communities.
11. What does Clarke think of the work on reducing food waste globally
A. It is a great success. B. It requires joint efforts.
C. It is beyond human power. D. It has won public support.
【答案】8. C 9. A 10. D 11. B
D
Google has been using Al watermarking to automatically identify text generated by the company’s Gemini chatbot, making it easier to distinguish (辨别) Al-generated content from human-written posts. That watermark system could help prevent misuse of Al chatbots for misinformation and disinformation — not to mention cheating in school and business settings.
Now, the tech company is making an open-source version of its technique available so that other generative Al developers can similarly watermark the output from their own large language models, says Pushmeet Kohli at Google DeepMind, the company’s Al research team, which combines the former Google Brain and Deep-Mind labs. “While SynthID isn’t a silver bullet for identifying Al-generated content, it is an important building block for developing more reliable Al identification tools,” he says.
Independent researchers voiced similar optimism. “While no known watermarking method is absolutely effective, I really think this can help in catching some Al-generated misinformation, academic cheating and more,” says Scott Aaronson at the University of Texas in Austin, who previously worked on AI safety at OpenAI. “I hope that other large language model companies, including OpenAI and Anthropic, will follow DeepMind’s lead on this.”
In May of this year, Google DeepMind announced that it had used its SynthID method for watermarking Al-generated text and video from Google’s Gemini and Veo Al services respectively (分别地). The company has now published a paper in the journal Nature showing how SynthID generally outperformed (胜过) similar AI watermarking techniques for text. The comparison involved assessing how easily responses from various watermarked Al models could be detected.
However, a “determined adversary” with huge amounts of computational power could still remove such Al watermarks, says Hanlin Zhang at Harvard University. But he described SynthID’s approach as making sense given the need for scalable (可拓展的) watermarking in Al services.
The researchers also acknowledged that the watermarking works best with longer chatbot responses that can be answered in a variety of ways — such as generating an essay or email— and said it has not yet been tested on responses to maths or coding problems.
Both Google DeepMind’ s team and others described the need for additional safeguards against the misuse of Al chatbots, with Furong Huang, from the University of Maryland, recommending stronger regulation as well. “Mandating (强制执行) watermarking by law would address both the practicality and user adoption challenges, ensuring a more secure use of large language models,” she says.
12. According to Scott Aaronson, the watermarking method is useful in
A. preventing misinformation caused by AI
B. comparing the output from language models
C. combining articles written by Al with those written by humans
D. cheating more efficiently in both academic and business settings
13. The underlined part “determined adversary” in Paragraph 5 refers to
A. a researcher who is able to make up fake data
B. an opponent who makes up his mind to damage the system
C. an Al tool to tell right information from wrong
D. a chatbot which can imitate human beings’ speech
14. Which of the following statements would the author most likely agree with
A. Watermarking shouldn’t be made law.
B. The technique of watermarking mustn’t be shared
C. Few companies are interested in the watermarking method
D. The effectiveness of watermarking hasn’t been tested in mathematics.
15. What is the passage mainly about
A. Al-generated writings should be made illegal.
B. Misinformation and cheating caused by use of Al tools.
C. Different opinions on how to identify Al-written essays.
D. A Google tool makes Al-generated writing easily detectable.
【答案】12. A 13. B 14. D 15. D
第二节（共5题，每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
In today’s world of digital distractions (分心物), the thought of taking your kids to an art gallery might seem a thankless and impossible challenge. Surely a child won’t have the patience to stare at something for long. ____16____.
Being exposed to art, however, holds profound significance for the development of young minds, both intellectually and emotionally. ____17____. Each painting, sculpture, or photograph in art galleries tells a story, inviting young viewers to interpret and connect with it on a personal level.
But with many kids being extremely picky eaters, and galleries seeming as appetizing as yesterday’s porridge, how can we get them to tuck (狂吃) in ____18____. I firmly believe art galleries can be great fun if we set out with the intention of making them so.
First, why not let your children enjoy art on their own terms Who said that walking around a gallery had to be slow, stopping to look at every picture ____19____. If they want to head straight for a certain display, let them. If something catches their eye on the other side of the room, that’s absolutely fine.
____20____. What really matters in a gallery is that children build a connection with art, for whatever reason. To encourage this, you can make it into a game, either with or without a reward, with simple questions like, “Who can guess the artist ” I did this many times with my children and always found it to enhance their interest.
A. Let them determine the pace
B. Make the art gallery fit in with your kids
C. Turning art into a game is another trick
D. The answer is to approach them with fresh eyes
E. It is a crying shame that they are least-visited attractions
F. It allows children opportunities to engage in diverse perspectives and cultures
G. It’s understandable to think of art galleries as anything but child-friendly places
【答案】16. G 17. F 18. D 19. A 20. C
第三部分 语言运用（共三节，满分55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。
Born with severe hearing loss, Li has found her way to communicate with the world — through painting. Drawing was not only her way of coping with a ___21___ childhood, but has also opened for her a door to creation and a way of ___22___. Moreover, painting led Li to meet her husband Hu Shiqun, who lost his hearing due to medication.
After graduation, Li got a job as a typist. ___23___ job as it was, Li was not happy because the previous feeling of loneliness came back. In March 2016, Li ___24___ the job and joined her husband’s company to be a wall painter.
From then on, in many parks and scenic spots in Hunan Province, the couple have ___25___ large-scale murals (壁画) and interactive pavement painting. Under their ___26___, the pavements are transformed into fantastical scenes. For Li, their creations can make art more ___27___ to the public and become a way for them to ___28___ with the world.
Now Li has apprentices (学徒) and ___29___ more and more newcomers on how to create large-scale murals. Besides, Li and her husband have set up a studio in Shanghai to ____30____more business opportunities.
Although they are just a small number among the country’s 27 million hearing-impaired population, Li hopes that their stories can ____31____ more people facing similar battles to build their own careers and achieve their goals, ____32____ how tough it may be.
According to Li, “Painting brushes can help me create a colorful world in my imagination, telling my thoughts on paper, instead of through ____33____. My husband and I want to ____34____ painting to more people like us, helping them to fight social ____35____ that we cannot fully participate in social activities.”
21. A. unhappy B. difficult C. lonely D. boring
22. A. expression B. achievement C. escape D. entertainment
23. A. Easy B. Busy C. Tough D. Decent
24. A. got B. quit C. lost D. deserted
25. A. bought B. shared C. donated D. created
26. A. drills B. revisions C. strings D. brushes
27. A. adaptable B. accessible C. attached D. adjusted
28. A. deal B. compete C. connect D. cooperate
29. A. tells B. treat C. coaches D. joins
30. A. await B. seek C. save D. offer
31 A. inspire B. teach C. represent D. invite
32. A. regardless of B. according to C. rather than D. apart from
33. A. eyes B. voices C. ears D. hands
34. A. ensure B. apply C. introduce D. emphasize
35. A. pressure B. principle C. prejudice D. awareness
【答案】21. C 22. A 23. D 24. B 25. D 26. D 27. B 28. C 29. C 30. B 31. A 32. A 33. B 34. C 35. C
第二节 语法填空（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。
The drum and gong (锣) have evolved from practical tools to symbols of celebration and cultural identity. They ___36___(use) to connect with deities (神) or ancestors for thousands of years. Their powerful sounds were believed to bridge the gap between the earthly and spiritual worlds. On battlefields, the drum marked the beginning of ___37___ attack and boosted soldiers’ morale (士气), ___38___ the gong’ sound signaled the end of the battle. Their ability to carry sound over long distances made giving and carrying out orders much ___39___ (easy).
___40___ society advanced, the drum and gong came to present authority, power and governance. Drums were often used to mark the significant events or official ___41___ (announce) in counts and government offices. At the same time, these instruments became central to festivals, especially the Spring Festival. Paired with lion and dragon dances, these instruments helped create a lively atmosphere, ___42___ (symbolize) unity, joy and good luck.
Over time, the drum and gong have taken on more artistic roles. They are now important elements of traditional Chinese opera, folk music ___43___ ceremonial performances. They add rhythm and emotion to these art forms. In addition, these instruments also represent pride and unity in events like parades and sports competitions.
Today, the drum and gong are globally recognized symbols of China. Their sounds and meanings ___44___ (celebrate) during the Spring Festival, showcasing the richness of Chinese traditions. Many musicians are now blending these ancient instruments with modern music. They’ve created a range of innovative performances ____45____ connect across cultures.
From ancient battlefields to modern festivals, the drum and gong have carried their powerful sounds through the ages. They remain key symbols of strength, joy and unity, connecting people in celebrations.
【答案】36. have been used
37. an 38. while
39. easier 40. As
41. announcements
42. symbolizing
43. and 44. are celebrated
45. that##which
第三节 根据中文完成句子（共25空，每空1分，满分25分）
46. 尽管有诸多挑战，Eva仍然努力学习，并最终被她梦寐以求的大学录取了。
Eva worked hard and eventually gained ________ ________ her dream university ________ numerous challenges.
【答案】 ①. admission ②. to/into ③. despite
47. 通过致力于科学研究，她希望为该领域做出贡献，并且不辜负她导师的期望。
By dedicating herself to scientific research, she hopes to ________ ________________ the field and ________ ________ ________her mentor’s________.
【答案】 ①. make ②. contributions ③. to ④. live ⑤. up ⑥. to ⑦. expectations
48. 新设施配备了先进的机械，需要定期维护以确保它有效地运作。
The new facility ________ ________ the advanced machinery requires regular ________ to ensure that it functions ________.
【答案】 ①. equipped ②. with ③. maintenance ④. effectively
49. 中国的风水实践根植于古代关于能量流动的信仰，其存在已经影响了数千年来建筑的布局和设计。
The practice of feng shui in China ________ ________ ________ancient beliefs about the flow of energy, and its ________ has shaped the layout and design of buildings for millennia.
【答案】 ①. is ②. rooted ③. in ④. existence
50. 那些偏好雇佣具有不同背景员工的公司频繁从这种多样性带给团队的创造力中受益。
Companies that have ________ ________ ________hiring individuals with diverse backgrounds ________ benefit from the ________ that such diversity brings to their teams.
【答案】 ①. a ②. preference ③. for ④. frequently ⑤. creativity
51. 数周以来，失业的威胁一直笼罩着她，直到她最终在另一家公司找到了新职位。
The threat of losing her job had ________ ________ her for weeks, until she ended up landing a new job in a different company.
【答案】 ①. hung ②. over
第四部分 应用文写作（满分15分）
52. 假定你是李华，你班上周与英国的姊妹学校一班级在线共同上了一堂介绍“传统体育项目”的交流课。请你以此写一份报道，内容包括：
1.该课程的目的与内容；
2.该课程的反响。
注意：1.词数80左右；2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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【答案】One possible version:
With the aim of enhancing the communication between the two school, an online exchange course concerning traditional sports events was given last Friday.
The course kicked off with an introduction to various traditional sports, including martial arts from China and football from England, which created a lively atmosphere. Additionally, interactive activities, such as presentations and live shows were also adopted, offering students an immersive experience.
The course, rich in content and forms, not only kindled students’ passion for traditional sports events, but also strengthened their pride in profound sports culture of their country.
1-5 ABBCB 6-10 CABBC 11-15 ACCAB 16-20 AABCA江苏省常州高级中学2024-2025学年第一学期高一年级期末质量调研
英语试卷
说明：1.请将答案填写在答卷上。
2.本卷总分为150分，考试时间为120分钟。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1.Why is the man going to the doctor
A. He has a stomachache. B. He has a headache. C. He has the flu.
2. What will be served later
A. Pork. B. Soup. C. Steak.
3. What will the man do next
A. Visit a café. B. Enjoy artworks. C. Watch a sports game.
4. What is the topic of the conversation
A. Reporting a traffic accident. B. Running to keep fit. C. Trying to catch a flight.
5. Where are the speakers probably
A. In a classroom. B. In a park. C. In a library.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答6、7题。
6. When are the speakers going to meet next week
A. On Thursday. B. On Friday. C. On Saturday.
7. What do the speakers agree on doing
A. Going out for a drink. B. Running in the park. C. Having a meal.
听第7段材料，回答8至10题。
8. What is the man trying to do
A. Share an experience. B. Make an invitation. C. Promote a sport.
9. Why doesn’t the woman want to go to the beach
A. She has no proper shoes. B. She has a fear of the sea. C. She dislikes the sand.
10. Who is Andrew
A. The man’s classmate. B. The speakers’ friend. C. The woman’s brother.
听第8段材料，回答11至13题。
11. What did the woman’s son do at the weekend
A. He did sports. B. He went shopping. C. He had a birthday party.
12. How many coats did the woman buy
A. Two. B. Three. C. Four.
13. What season is it currently
A. Summer. B. Autumn. C. Winter.
听第9段材料，回答14至16题。
14. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Interviewer and interviewee. B. Teacher and student. C. Publisher and writer.
15. Why does Sarah think she’s qualified for the role
A. She is strict. B. She loves literature. C. She has two years of experience.
16. What did Sarah dislike about her last school
A. Its discipline. B. Its students. C. Its location.
听第10段材料，回答17至20题。
17. What does the speaker say about Chinese culture
A. It’s complicated with a long history.
B. It’s a mix of traditional and modern ideas.
C. Chinese medicine reflects China’s geography.
18. How many literary classics does the speaker mention
A. One. B. Two. C. Three.
19. What does the speaker think of Chinese cultural heritage
A. It’s difficult to understand. B. It needs to be reshaped. C. It’s worth passing down.
20. What will the listeners do first
A. Have a rest. B. Have a discussion. C. Have a taste of some food.
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题纸上将该项涂黑。
A
Welcome to our guide of the Best Movies of 2024, featuring every Certified Fresh movie as they come in week by week!
Joker: Folie a Deux (Oct. 4)
The first Joker stunned Hollywood by becoming a $1 billion hit despite being R-rated and having a modest budget for a comic book movie. The sequel (续作) comes at a challenging time for the comic book genre, but can Joiner 2 have the last laugh Joaquin Phoenix reprises his Oscar-winning role
As Arthur Fleck, with Lady Gaga joining as co-lead in this musical in filmmaker Todd Phillips’ feature.
Twisters (July 19)
The new version of the 90s movie Twister stars Daisy Edgar-Jones, Glen Powell and Anthony Ramos. Minari’s Lee Isaac Chung directs. The original followed storm- chasers in Oklahoma and was known for its inventive special effects that brought tornadoes to the big screen.
Inside Out 2 (June 14)
The gang is back together in this animated follow-up to the beloved Pixar movie that follows the anthropomorphized (人格化) emotions of a young girl led by Amy Poehler’s Joy. Joining for this round is Anxiety, voiced by Maya Hawke.
Mufasa: The Lion King (Dec. 20)
After Jon Favreau’s The Lion King remake made more than S 1. billion at the box office in 2019 Disney was keen to return to the world with a prequel (前传) focusing on Mufasa. This time, Barry Jenkins directs the cartoon with — Aaron Pierre voicing Mufasa, a role made famous by James Earl Jones in the 1994 animated feature.
1. Which movie is a remake
A. Joker: Folie a Deux. B. Twisters.
C. Inside Out 2. D. Mufasa: The Lion King.
2. What do Inside Out 2 and Mufasa: The Lion King have in common
A. Both are animated films. B. Both introduce new characters.
C. Both are made by new directors. D. Both are financially successful.
3 Where is the text probably from
A. journal on film studies. B. An entertainment website.
C. A textbook on movie history. D. A daily newspaper on global news.
B
My wife always wanted a Vizsla, so when we got the house, the garden and everything sorted, we did some research and found a lovely breeder (饲养员) based in Scotland. He was in charge of everything, so a few months go by and the next thing I know, we’ve got a puppy!
I’ve grown up with animals all my life, and I’m so glad I have. I love the fact that I was never afraid of any animals. Although you do obviously have to be careful when introducing children to a dog they don’t know, because you don’t know how it’s going to behave, it always saddens me when I see children scared when they walk past Pedro. I think it’s great for kids to learn how to look after an animal.
And obviously for us as a family, it’s brilliant because we take Pedro for so many walks. It’s a bit of a family bonding experience getting out in the fresh air; taking Pedro for a walk multiple times a day is just really lovely. Meanwhile, the most rewarding, I think, is just seeing how amazing he is with the kids. He is so calm, so protective, so loving, and we are his world.
I think the most challenging aspects with Pedro were when he was a puppy (小狗). He was pretty hard work. He was never aggressive, but he was quite bitey as puppies are, constantly pulling out your clothes and putting holes in them, which is very annoying. He chewed the furniture-my sofas are barely standing up; their wooden legs are almost in pieces. Obviously, the dog training in the house was quite stressful and his jumping at strangers in the park and running off was always quite scary.
As a new puppy owner, you’re overloaded with advice from social media, magazines, other dog owners and friends, so finding a source of information you trust is so important and can be a real turning point. I know what it’s like to be bombarded with conflicting information, so I would have really welcomed Royal Canin’s “One in a Billion” platform as a new puppy owner. It’s a one-stop shop for new dog owners: a single source of credible information that is so helpful in navigating the early stages of your puppy’s life.
4. What do we know about the author
A. He is inexperienced in raising pets.
B. He is unsupportive of his wife’s desire.
C. He feels it a pity that children shy away from pets.
D. He thinks one should be cautious about raising pets.
5. What does the author think of Pedro
A. Dangerous but loyal. B. Playful and gentle.
C. Adorable but troublesome. D. Annoying and fierce.
6. What can we infer according to paragraph 4
A. Dogs are man’s best friends.
B. It is worthless to have a dog.
C. Puppies are unfriendly to humans.
D. It is challenging to train a puppy.
7. What is the purpose of the last paragraph
A. To recommend a reliable platform.
B. To share a fun experience.
C. To offer evidence for an argument.
D. To advertise a practical product.
C
There is such a thing as a free lunch, it turns out, as long as you don’t mind too much what it is. Tamara Wilson found hers a few streets away from her west London home — and as well as picking up some unwanted bread and fruit that would otherwise be thrown away, she made a new friend.
Wilson is one of 3.4 million people around the world using an app designed to encourage people to give away rather than throw away surplus (剩余的) food. “It’s such a small thing, but it makes me feel good and my neighbour feel good. And a lot of small acts can end up making a big difference,” she said.
The last few years have seen an explosion in creative ways to tackle food waste by linking supermarkets, cafes, restaurants and individual households to local communities. Olio, the app used by Wilson, saw a fivefold increase in listings during 2022, and the signs are that this rapid growth is continuing into 2023, said Tessa Clarke, its CEO and co-founder.
About a third of all food produced globally is wasted, according to the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO). Almost 1.4 billion hectares of land — close to 30% of the world’s agricultural land — is dedicated to producing food that is never eaten, and the carbon footprint of food wastage makes it the third contributor of CO2. Reducing food waste is one of the most effective ways of tackling the global climate crisis.
Olio, Clarke said, was an attempt to change this on a small, local scale. “The app connects people with others who have surplus food but don’t have anyone to give it to because so many people are disconnected from their communities.” Users of Olio post images of surplus food that others in the neighbourhood might want. Olio also has a network of 24,000 volunteers who collect surplus food from local supermarkets and stores for app users to claim.
Despite the success of the app, it was hard to make a difference to the huge scale of food waste, Clarke added. “Even though we’re doing well, we’ve only scratched the surface (触及表面). But if everyone makes small changes in the world, we’d dramatically reduce the amount of food that ends up in bins (垃圾桶).”
8. What does the author want to show by telling Wilson’s story
A. People tend to use apps to order food. B. People prefer to make friends on apps.
C. People find a high-tech fix to food waste. D. People show more concern for each other.
9. What’s the consequence of food waste according to the text
A. Global warming. B. Loss of land. C. World hunger. D. Poverty and inequality.
10. What does Olio do to help tackle food waste
A. It sells surplus food to those in need. B. It allows volunteers to stay connected.
C. It provides a platform for people to promote food. D. It fills the information gap between green communities.
11. What does Clarke think of the work on reducing food waste globally
A. It is a great success. B. It requires joint efforts.
C. It is beyond human power. D. It has won public support.
D
Google has been using Al watermarking to automatically identify text generated by the company’s Gemini chatbot, making it easier to distinguish (辨别) Al-generated content from human-written posts. That watermark system could help prevent misuse of Al chatbots for misinformation and disinformation — not to mention cheating in school and business settings.
Now, the tech company is making an open-source version of its technique available so that other generative Al developers can similarly watermark the output from their own large language models, says Pushmeet Kohli at Google DeepMind, the company’s Al research team, which combines the former Google Brain and Deep-Mind labs. “While SynthID isn’t a silver bullet for identifying Al-generated content, it is an important building block for developing more reliable Al identification tools,” he says.
Independent researchers voiced similar optimism. “While no known watermarking method is absolutely effective, I really think this can help in catching some Al-generated misinformation, academic cheating and more,” says Scott Aaronson at the University of Texas in Austin, who previously worked on AI safety at OpenAI. “I hope that other large language model companies, including OpenAI and Anthropic, will follow DeepMind’s lead on this.”
In May of this year, Google DeepMind announced that it had used its SynthID method for watermarking Al-generated text and video from Google’s Gemini and Veo Al services respectively (分别地). The company has now published a paper in the journal Nature showing how SynthID generally outperformed (胜过) similar AI watermarking techniques for text. The comparison involved assessing how easily responses from various watermarked Al models could be detected.
However, a “determined adversary” with huge amounts of computational power could still remove such Al watermarks, says Hanlin Zhang at Harvard University. But he described SynthID’s approach as making sense given the need for scalable (可拓展的) watermarking in Al services.
The researchers also acknowledged that the watermarking works best with longer chatbot responses that can be answered in a variety of ways — such as generating an essay or email— and said it has not yet been tested on responses to maths or coding problems.
Both Google DeepMind’ s team and others described the need for additional safeguards against the misuse of Al chatbots, with Furong Huang, from the University of Maryland, recommending stronger regulation as well. “Mandating (强制执行) watermarking by law would address both the practicality and user adoption challenges, ensuring a more secure use of large language models,” she says.
12. According to Scott Aaronson, the watermarking method is useful in
A. preventing misinformation caused by AI
B. comparing the output from language models
C. combining articles written by Al with those written by humans
D. cheating more efficiently in both academic and business settings
13. The underlined part “determined adversary” in Paragraph 5 refers to
A. a researcher who is able to make up fake data
B. an opponent who makes up his mind to damage the system
C. an Al tool to tell right information from wrong
D. a chatbot which can imitate human beings’ speech
14. Which of the following statements would the author most likely agree with
A. Watermarking shouldn’t be made law.
B. The technique of watermarking mustn’t be shared
C. Few companies are interested in the watermarking method
D. The effectiveness of watermarking hasn’t been tested in mathematics.
15. What is the passage mainly about
A. Al-generated writings should be made illegal.
B. Misinformation and cheating caused by use of Al tools.
C. Different opinions on how to identify Al-written essays.
D. A Google tool makes Al-generated writing easily detectable.
第二节（共5题，每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
In today’s world of digital distractions (分心物), the thought of taking your kids to an art gallery might seem a thankless and impossible challenge. Surely a child won’t have the patience to stare at something for long. ____16____.
Being exposed to art, however, holds profound significance for the development of young minds, both intellectually and emotionally. ____17____. Each painting, sculpture, or photograph in art galleries tells a story, inviting young viewers to interpret and connect with it on a personal level.
But with many kids being extremely picky eaters, and galleries seeming as appetizing as yesterday’s porridge, how can we get them to tuck (狂吃) in ____18____. I firmly believe art galleries can be great fun if we set out with the intention of making them so.
First, why not let your children enjoy art on their own terms Who said that walking around a gallery had to be slow, stopping to look at every picture ____19____. If they want to head straight for a certain display, let them. If something catches their eye on the other side of the room, that’s absolutely fine.
____20____. What really matters in a gallery is that children build a connection with art, for whatever reason. To encourage this, you can make it into a game, either with or without a reward, with simple questions like, “Who can guess the artist ” I did this many times with my children and always found it to enhance their interest.
A. Let them determine the pace
B. Make the art gallery fit in with your kids
C. Turning art into a game is another trick
D. The answer is to approach them with fresh eyes
E. It is a crying shame that they are least-visited attractions
F. It allows children opportunities to engage in diverse perspectives and cultures
G. It’s understandable to think of art galleries as anything but child-friendly places
第三部分 语言运用（共三节，满分55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。
Born with severe hearing loss, Li has found her way to communicate with the world — through painting. Drawing was not only her way of coping with a ___21___ childhood, but has also opened for her a door to creation and a way of ___22___. Moreover, painting led Li to meet her husband Hu Shiqun, who lost his hearing due to medication.
After graduation, Li got a job as a typist. ___23___ job as it was, Li was not happy because the previous feeling of loneliness came back. In March 2016, Li ___24___ the job and joined her husband’s company to be a wall painter.
From then on, in many parks and scenic spots in Hunan Province, the couple have ___25___ large-scale murals (壁画) and interactive pavement painting. Under their ___26___, the pavements are transformed into fantastical scenes. For Li, their creations can make art more ___27___ to the public and become a way for them to ___28___ with the world.
Now Li has apprentices (学徒) and ___29___ more and more newcomers on how to create large-scale murals. Besides, Li and her husband have set up a studio in Shanghai to ____30____more business opportunities.
Although they are just a small number among the country’s 27 million hearing-impaired population, Li hopes that their stories can ____31____ more people facing similar battles to build their own careers and achieve their goals, ____32____ how tough it may be.
According to Li, “Painting brushes can help me create a colorful world in my imagination, telling my thoughts on paper, instead of through ____33____. My husband and I want to ____34____ painting to more people like us, helping them to fight social ____35____ that we cannot fully participate in social activities.”
21. A. unhappy B. difficult C. lonely D. boring
22. A. expression B. achievement C. escape D. entertainment
23. A. Easy B. Busy C. Tough D. Decent
24. A. got B. quit C. lost D. deserted
25. A. bought B. shared C. donated D. created
26. A. drills B. revisions C. strings D. brushes
27. A. adaptable B. accessible C. attached D. adjusted
28. A. deal B. compete C. connect D. cooperate
29. A. tells B. treat C. coaches D. joins
30. A. await B. seek C. save D. offer
31 A. inspire B. teach C. represent D. invite
32. A. regardless of B. according to C. rather than D. apart from
33. A. eyes B. voices C. ears D. hands
34. A. ensure B. apply C. introduce D. emphasize
35. A. pressure B. principle C. prejudice D. awareness
第二节 语法填空（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。
The drum and gong (锣) have evolved from practical tools to symbols of celebration and cultural identity. They ___36___(use) to connect with deities (神) or ancestors for thousands of years. Their powerful sounds were believed to bridge the gap between the earthly and spiritual worlds. On battlefields, the drum marked the beginning of ___37___ attack and boosted soldiers’ morale (士气), ___38___ the gong’ sound signaled the end of the battle. Their ability to carry sound over long distances made giving and carrying out orders much ___39___ (easy).
___40___ society advanced, the drum and gong came to present authority, power and governance. Drums were often used to mark the significant events or official ___41___ (announce) in counts and government offices. At the same time, these instruments became central to festivals, especially the Spring Festival. Paired with lion and dragon dances, these instruments helped create a lively atmosphere, ___42___ (symbolize) unity, joy and good luck.
Over time, the drum and gong have taken on more artistic roles. They are now important elements of traditional Chinese opera, folk music ___43___ ceremonial performances. They add rhythm and emotion to these art forms. In addition, these instruments also represent pride and unity in events like parades and sports competitions.
Today, the drum and gong are globally recognized symbols of China. Their sounds and meanings ___44___ (celebrate) during the Spring Festival, showcasing the richness of Chinese traditions. Many musicians are now blending these ancient instruments with modern music. They’ve created a range of innovative performances ____45____ connect across cultures.
From ancient battlefields to modern festivals, the drum and gong have carried their powerful sounds through the ages. They remain key symbols of strength, joy and unity, connecting people in celebrations.
第三节 根据中文完成句子（共25空，每空1分，满分25分）
46. 尽管有诸多挑战，Eva仍然努力学习，并最终被她梦寐以求的大学录取了。
Eva worked hard and eventually gained ________ ________ her dream university ________ numerous challenges.
47. 通过致力于科学研究，她希望为该领域做出贡献，并且不辜负她导师的期望。
By dedicating herself to scientific research, she hopes to ________ ________________ the field and ________ ________ ________her mentor’s________.
48. 新设施配备了先进的机械，需要定期维护以确保它有效地运作。
The new facility ________ ________ the advanced machinery requires regular ________ to ensure that it functions
49. 中国的风水实践根植于古代关于能量流动的信仰，其存在已经影响了数千年来建筑的布局和设计。
The practice of feng shui in China ________ ________ ________ancient beliefs about the flow of energy, and its ________ has shaped the layout and design of buildings for millennia.
50. 那些偏好雇佣具有不同背景员工的公司频繁从这种多样性带给团队的创造力中受益。
Companies that have ________ ________ ________hiring individuals with diverse backgrounds ________ benefit from the ________ that such diversity brings to their teams.
51. 数周以来，失业的威胁一直笼罩着她，直到她最终在另一家公司找到了新职位。
The threat of losing her job had ________ ________ her for weeks, until she ended up landing a new job in a different company.
第四部分 应用文写作（满分15分）
52. 假定你是李华，你班上周与英国的姊妹学校一班级在线共同上了一堂介绍“传统体育项目”的交流课。请你以此写一份报道，内容包括：
1.该课程的目的与内容；
2.该课程的反响。
注意：1.词数80左右；2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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