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第一部分
录音稿
Text 1
W: We are running out of time. If we don’t make it through the security check in the next hour, we’ll probably miss our flight.
M: Oh, look! A new line has started. Let’s hurry up and get in it.
Text 2
W: Do you want to have a salad for lunch
M: No, mum. I need some energy for my afternoon classes. How about some fried eggs or a cheese sandwich
Text 3
W: Your piano playing is so beautiful, Matt! How long have you been playing
M: 11 years! But now I’m 18 and going away to college. I may stop for a while. I’ll need to focus on my studies.
Text 4
W: John, be careful with your foot and don’t move. Just sit and wait for the doctor.
M: OK. I hope it is not serious and that I can get home soon. I want to attend the basketball game next week.
W: I think you should rest at home for at least two weeks.
Text 5
W: Do you think we will be able to get there before it’s crowded I don’t want to drive in heavy traffic.
M: I am worried about finding a parking space. Let’s leave earlier and we should be able to get there before the spaces fill.
Text 6
W: I can’t promise that you’ll get your football career back, but you will recover from your accident.
M: Since the car crash and surgery, all I’ve dreamt about is walking again.
W: With my team’s help and your faith, that dream will come true. Now, slowly stand up. Hold my arm and push yourself forward.
M: I’m trying! My legs are moving a bit.
W: This is excellent progress. I’ll bring you some food and water. I promise, with our daily treatment sessions, you’ll get out of this wheelchair.
M: Thank you. I wouldn’t be able to recover without the nursing care you provided for me.
Text 7
W: Are you OK, John
M: Yeah, just clearing out this cupboard, Emily. It’s full of old junk.
W: Ooh, what a lot of stuff! Is that a…gorilla arm
M: Yes! Ah…that was a fun project.
W: Interesting.
M: Ooh, this is the microphone I recorded my first masterpiece with. A bit dusty. I wonder if it still works. Or maybe I should sell it. Who would buy it
W: Why don’t you freecycle it
M: Oh, that’s a good idea. I can exchange a microphone for a bicycle, right
W: No. You give it away. You give it to someone for free. It’s another way of recycling. There are websites that help match you to people who want these things.
M: Free…recycle. Freecycle. Yes, I like the idea. But I would like a free bicycle even more.
Text 8
W: Although the rain has stopped for a few days, it’s still cold even today.
M: Yes. I heard you went skiing yesterday. Wasn’t it cold in the mountain
W: It wasn’t as cold as today.
M: Right. So did you have fun skiing in the mountain
W: Yes. But I was really nervous at first. It was my first time to ski after all. But Henry encouraged me and taught me how to do it. He was very patient. With his instructions, I was no longer nervous and finally started trying by myself.
M: How long did you ski there
W: Henry skied with me for about half an hour. After that I tried skiing by myself for another half an hour.
M: Did you finally learn to ski
W: Yes. I skied on the easiest run. It wasn’t steep at all. So have you ever skied
M: No. I grew up in the south and it seldom snows there.
W: Then you can try skiing here.
M: That sounds good. I think it’ll be an unforgettable outdoor experience for me.
W: Certainly!
Text 9
W: How is Julie’s new job Do you think she likes it
M: Yes, she seems to like it. Our son Tom was upset not to have his mum around during the day at first, but he and his sister are getting used to it. They have their friends to play with.
W: Well, children do like to have their mother close by—but they have their dad. Julie’s office is nearby, isn’t it
M: Not too far. She could get there on a bike, or even walk there, but I take her in the car every morning.
W: It is good that she is enjoying the job.
M: The boss is pleased that she arrives on time and works hard every day. He says there may even be a better job for her.
W: Is it like her last job, where she wrote letters all day
M: No, in this one she makes reports for her bosses. If she is given a better job, that will involve interviewing people, so it will be quite important.
W: Oh, that’s great. Everyone deserves to feel appreciated in the work they do.
Text 10
M: Now listen carefully everyone—here are our plans for tomorrow. Breakfast will be at 8:00. Don’t be late because we’re going to the London Eye at 9:30 and it will take us 40 minutes to get there. A ride on the London Eye takes 30 minutes, and if the weather’s good, we’ll get a great view of the city.
Next, we’re walking to Covent Garden. At 12:30, we’ll have lunch, and then you can do some shopping. Lunch will cost about ￡10, and you’ll need some pocket money as well. ￡20 will be enough I think.
At 3 o’clock we’re going to the Science Museum to see a film in the 3D cinema. It’s called Deep Sea. You won’t believe your eyes when you see some of the fish in that film!
After that, at about 6:00, we’re going back to the hotel to have dinner. There will also be time for you to have a rest and change your clothes.
Finally, at 7:30 we are going to see Grease at the Piccadilly Theatre. It’s a great show, and I’m sure you will really enjoy it.
第二部分
第一节
A
【文章大意】 本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了四个被列入《世界遗产名录》的濒危世界遗产。
21.D 细节理解题。根据小标题Cultural Landscape and Archaeological Remains of the Bamiyan Valley (Afghanistan)可知,巴米扬山谷的文化景观和考古遗迹位于阿富汗。故选D项。
22.B 细节理解题。根据Okapi Wildlife Reserve (Democratic Republic of the Congo)部分中“It also has some amazing scenery, including waterfalls on the Ituri and Epulu rivers.”可知,奥卡皮野生动物保护区的特点是它有一些迷人的自然风景。故选B项。
23.A 细节理解题。根据第一段“The following properties which the World Heritage Committee has decided to include on the List of World Heritage are in danger according to Article 11 (4) of the Convention (公约).”可知,这四个世界遗产的共同之处是它们都处于危险之中。故选A项。
B
【文章大意】 本文是一篇记叙文,主要讲述了Michael McFarlen作为一名厨师,看到餐厅每天浪费的食物,他决定参与到南密歇根食品银行的工作中,他们购买了一个将要被拆除的消防站,并将其改造成了餐厅和食品银行,这个餐厅和食品银行的运营情况超出了他们的预期。
24.B 细节理解题。根据文章第二段“Unfortunately, throwing away perfectly good food is extremely common within the restaurant industry. Yet it was always something that bothered McFarlen about his work.”可知,McFarlen作为厨师,困扰他的是好的食物的浪费。故选B项。
25.B 词义猜测题。根据文章第三段中“…a historic firehouse near downtown Battle Creek that had been closed for years and was set to be demolished. However, the group bought it before that happened and started to give the historic building a new life.”可知,位于Battle Creek市中心附近的一座历史悠久的消防站已经关闭多年,原本计划要被拆除,这个团队在拆除之前买下了它,并开始给这座历史建筑带来新的生命。故demolished在这里的意思是“拆除”。故选B项。
26.A 细节理解题。根据文章第五段中“However, the first year of operation was beyond their expectations. Not only did the restaurant attract customers because of its popularity and sustainability, but the food bank helped more people in the first year than they ever imagined.”可知,The Fire Hub运行得很顺利。故选A项。
27.B 推理判断题。根据第二段“…McFarlen decided to get involved with the South Central Food Bank of Michigan Inc. to help give back to those in need.”可知,他很有爱心。根据第四段“Renovations on the property lasted about a year. Then on April 19, 2017, the restaurant, which they named The Fire Hub, opened to the public for the first time. At the same time, the food bank, which they named the Kendall Street Food Bank, opened its door in the back of the building.”可知,他购买了一个将要被拆除的消防站,并将其改造成了餐厅和食品银行。所以这能体现出他的全身心投入。故选B项。
C
【文章大意】 本文是一篇说明文。文章主要通过借鉴哲学家及女权主义者玛丽·沃斯通克拉夫特的旅行方式,鼓励现代旅行者积极参与当地文化,学会观察、反思与自我挑战,拥抱不确定性。文章强调,运用心理模型,拓宽视野,挑战固有观念,认识多元幸福观,从而使旅行不仅仅停留于表面娱乐,而是对个人成长与心灵丰富产生深远影响。
28.C 推理判断题。根据文章第一段“As the departure date approaches, anticipation builds and the possibilities seem endless. However, upon returning home, the experience often fades quickly as we settle back into our routines. That incredible experience becomes like a dream—similar to watching a movie, but a lot more expensive.”(随着出发日期的临近,期待感愈发强烈,一切可能性似乎无穷无尽。然而,一旦回到家,当我们重新回到日常生活的轨道上时,那段经历往往很快就会消退。那段不可思议的经历变得如同梦境一般——就如同观看了一场电影,但却昂贵得多。)可推知,我们度假后回家的感受是失望的。故选C项。
29.A 推理判断题。根据文章第二段“Through her observations and reflections, she not only revolutionized travel writing but also healed herself emotionally.”(通过她的观察与反思,她不仅革新了旅行文学,也在情感上实现了自我疗愈。)可推知,第二段中玛丽·沃斯通克拉夫特的例子的作用是展示旅行的变革力量。故选A项。
30.A 推理判断题。根据文章第三段“Wollstonecraft’s approach to travel offers valuable insights for modern-day travellers. Instead of simply sightseeing, she actively engaged with her surroundings, learning about local customs and history, and questioning her own assumptions. She embraced the unpredictability of travel, allowing herself to explore without strict plans.”可知,Wollstonecraft的旅行方式反映了她重视直接经验而非仅仅遵循预设路线的态度,与“地图非实地”的哲学思想相契合。故选A项。
31.D 细节理解题。根据文章第五段“Expose ourselves to diverse cultures and perspectives to broaden our worldview. Challenge confirmation bias(认知偏差) by engaging with ideas that differ from our own. Recognize that happiness and fulfillment can be achieved in various ways.”可知,心理模型通过接触多元文化来拓宽世界观,从而提升旅行体验。故选D项。
D
【文章大意】 本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了有些人比别人高的奥秘——关键在大脑。
32.D 细节理解题。根据第二段“We already know that better nutrition leads to greater height as humans have been growing taller on the whole in recent centuries.”可知,更好的营养导致更高的身高。故选D。
33.D 推理判断题。根据第三段“The study showed that the brain receptor MC3R is responsible for signals from food reaching a part of the brain called the hypothalamus (下丘脑).”以及第四段“Professor Sir Stephen O’ Rahilly, one of the authors of the study, said, ‘It tells the body we’re great here and that we’ve got lots of food, so grow quickly and have puberty soon.’”可知,MC3R是通过发出信号到达大脑的下丘脑,激励我们摄入更多营养让我们更高的。故选D。
34.C 细节理解题。根据最后一段“But this research could lead to further development of drugs for children with delayed growth and puberty starting much later.”可知,新的研究发现可能会为发育迟缓的儿童开发药物提供帮助。故选C。
35.C 主旨大意题。根据第一段“Have you ever wondered why you might be a little taller than your friends or family Well, scientists believe the mystery of why humans are growing taller and reaching puberty (青春期) earlier is due to something in the brain.”可知,本文主要介绍有些人比别人高的奥秘——关键在大脑。C选项“为什么有些人更高 关键在于我们的大脑”最适合做文章标题。故选C。
第二节
【文章大意】 本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了一些解锁你内心动力的方法。
36.G 根据上文“Do you start something and then leave it midway Do you also feel an enthusiastic rush at the beginning of new things but lose motivation after some time Don’t worry!”可知,上文提到了失去动力、半途而废的情况,且提到了别担心;由此可知这个问题是有办法解决的,作者将介绍一些方法。G项“我将解释一些帮助保持我的动力的重要方法。”符合语境,故选G。
37.F 根据上文“Set a ‘SMART’ goal. Goal setting is always the first step, but what is the true essence of a goal Can it be considered a goal to write a 50,000-word book in one day Your goal has to be ‘SMART’—specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and time-bound. Setting a ‘SMART’ goal will help you clarify what you are trying to achieve, and how you have to divide your time to achieve it.”可知,本句承接上文,继续说明设置“聪明的”目标的作用,F项“它会告诉你,你的目标是否相关,是否可以实现。”符合语境,选项中it指代上文setting a “SMART” goal。故选F。
38.B 根据后文“We all have that one Why inside of us that pushes us to work hard and reminds us where we have to go. It can be anything like financial freedom, trying to prove yourself, a desire to make an impact, or simply having something meaningful in life. Finding your Why will help you connect with your goal on a deeper level.”可知,后文提到了内心的“为什么”推动我们努力工作,找到你的“为什么”会帮助你在更深层次上与你的目标联系起来,即从内心出发寻找动力。B项“认清你内心的本源。”符合语境,故选B。
39.C 根据上文“Share your goal.”以及后文“In that way, they can help you stay motivated by reminding you of what you want. Your partner can be anyone you trust but remember, be very wise while selecting them because you are only as good as the company you keep.”可知,本句主要说明通过和其他人分享来达成目标。C项“找一个伙伴告诉他们你想要达到的目标。”符合语境,故选C。
40.D 根据上文“Visualize your success. This is a mental exercise. Along the way, keep visualizing your success.”以及后文“Keep a record of everything that you do. You can write it in your journal and you can also record your next steps. Tracking your goals fuels motivation.”可知,上文建议想象成功,可推测本句应承接上文,说明这么做的作用。D项指想象一下成功会让你更想获得成功,符合语境,故选D。
第三部分
第一节
【文章大意】 这是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了去年作者和朋友创建非营利项目The Pop-Up Care Shop的经历,该项目为需要的人提供免费的捐赠品,他们发现小型庇护所在获取社区支持方面常被忽视,但更欢迎创新和帮助,作者意识到物质帮助虽重要,但无形的爱、陪伴和耐心更能帮助人们生活,他们虽不能帮助所有人,但至少能为一个人带来改变。
41.C 由上文“Last year, my friend, Kydee Williams, and I started a non-profit project because we wanted to do charity work differently.”可知,作者和朋友因为想以不同的方式做慈善工作,所以创建了一个非营利项目,于是The Pop-Up Care Shop诞生了。故选C项。find发现;donate捐赠;born诞生;purchase购买。
42.B 由上文“Last year, my friend, Kydee Williams, and I started a non-profit project because we wanted to do charity work differently.”可知,这个是非营利项目,是慈善工作,所以提供免费的捐赠品给需要的人。故选B项。 cheap便宜的;free免费的;valuable贵重的;messy混乱的。
43.D 由下文“…clothing drives and then went to women’s shelters.”可知,他们举办了衣物捐赠这样的慈善活动,之后把被捐赠的衣物送到妇女的庇护所。故选D项。quit退出;choose选择;forbid禁止;hold举办。
44.A 由上文women’s shelters可知,那些女性应该都是无家可归的。故选A项。homeless无家可归的;fearless无畏的;guiltless无罪的;restless焦躁不安的。
45.C 由上文语境可知, 由于这个项目仍在初始阶段,所以启动任何项目或运动都不容易。故选C项。cease停止;highlight突出,强调;start开始;monitor监视。
46.B 由上文“Brainstorming and coming up with cool ideas…”可知,集思广益并想出很酷的想法应该会很有趣,作者通过头脑风暴的趣味性和付诸行动的困难性做对比,此处为表现过程的趣味性。故选B项。hard困难的;fun有趣的;odd古怪的;core核心的。
47.C 用下文at times来强调有时候将想法付诸实践会显得困难,作者通过头脑风暴的趣味性和付诸行动的困难性做对比,强调方案实施很艰难。故选C项。crucial关键的;unnecessary不必要的;impossible不可能的;logical符合逻辑的。
48.B 由下文“Working directly with them…”与庇护所工作人员直接接触可知,这个项目让作者学到了关于回馈的道理。故选B项。break down发生故障;give back归还,回馈;keep up跟上;pull through渡过难关。
49.A 由本处语境可知,此处指较小的庇护所,特别是在商业化程度较低的地区,在获得社区支持方面往往被忽视,强调这些庇护所在获取支持方面的困境。故选A项。 ignore忽视;emphasize强调;mention提到;estimate估计。
50.D 由上下文语境可知,这些庇护所对新的和富有创意的想法更开放,与下文“Under our inspiration, many…people devoted themselves to non-profit work.”讲更多人投身于此相呼应。故选D项。 harmful有害的;relevant相关的;opposed强烈反对的;open开放的。
51.D 由下文“…who offered help.”可知,这里指的是志愿者,即那些愿意主动提供帮助的人。故选D项。 shopper购物者;pioneer开拓者;officer官员;volunteer志愿者。
52.B 由上下文语境可知,这个项目激励了更多人投身慈善,这群人都是非常无私的。故选B项。 reliable可靠的;selfless无私的;creative创造性的;courageous勇敢的。
53.A 由上文“Many shelters are understaffed and the staff overworked.”可知,这个组织只有真正接触了这些工作人员才知道他们真正的需求,这里强调通过接触来理解需求。故选A项。 understand理解,了解;satisfy使满意;anticipate期望;illustrate说明。
54.C 由上下文语境可知,此处通过食物、庇护所等物质与爱、陪伴和耐心这样的无形必需品做对比,强调这些事物的真实价值,因此,truly符合文意。故选C项。originally原来;slightly稍微;truly真正地;barely几乎没有。
55.D 由上下文语境可知,作者希望通过自己的行动去帮助他人,并且呼吁更多人加入慈善的队伍,去为需要帮助的人带去改变,为他们创造一个不同的世界。故选D项。 identify识别;detect侦察出;reveal揭示;make使产生。
第二节
【文章大意】 本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了八段锦以及一位模特决定把八段锦加入她的日常锻炼中。
56.a 考查冠词。form是可数名词,此处表示泛指,应用不定冠词,form的读音以辅音音素开头,故填a。
57.to improve 考查非谓语动词。use…to do sth是固定用法,意为“使用……做某事”。故填to improve。
58.which 考查定语从句。空处引导非限制性定语从句,先行词是it,指物,关系词在从句中作主语,应用关系代词which。故填which。
59.popularity 考查名词。结合空前的形容词性物主代词its可知,空处应填名词作宾语,popular的名词形式是popularity,是不可数名词。故填popularity。
60.to 考查介词。add…to…是固定搭配,意为“将……增加到……中”。故填to。
61.videos 考查名词复数。video是可数名词,其前无限定词,此处应用名词复数形式表示泛指。故填videos。
62.because/since/as 考查原因状语从句。结合句意可知,空后表示原因,用because/since/as引导原因状语从句。故填because/since/as。
63.posted 考查非谓语动词。post和宾语video之间是被动关系,故用过去分词作宾补,表示被动。故填posted。
64.was released 考查时态、语态和主谓一致。主语it指代the video,和动词release之间是被动关系,且句子是描述过去发生的事情,应用一般过去时的被动语态,主语表示单数意义。故填was released。
65.increasingly 考查副词。空处修饰动词recognized,应用副词形式。故填increasingly。
第四部分
第一节
One possible version:
Notice
Dear fellow international students,
I’m Li Hua, the president of the Student Union. I’m thrilled to announce that we will be visiting the Hainan Provincial Museum this Saturday to appreciate the calligraphy exhibition of Su Dongpo, a renowned Chinese poet, painter, and calligrapher from the Song Dynasty. The event is free of charge, providing us with a rare opportunity to immerse ourselves in traditional Chinese art.
We will gather at the school gate at 9 am and proceed to the museum together. Please ensure your punctuality and bring your student ID for verification. Additionally, please obey the museum’s rules and regulations during the visit.
Looking forward to an enriching cultural experience with all of you!
Student Union
第二节
【思路点拨】 本文以人物为线索展开,讲述了Justin参加游泳比赛时,主动要求和比自己强大的对手进行比赛。虽然Justin最后没能赢得比赛,但是还是坚持完成了比赛,体现了他的勇气和坚毅,也得到了在场观众和对手的钦佩。
【详解】
1.段落续写:
①由第一段首句内容“走近Justin时,教练注意到这位年轻游泳运动员眼中的决心。”可知,第一段可描写Justin拒绝放弃,坚持完成比赛。
②由第二段首句内容“被这一幕感动了,对方队员也为Justin继续游泳而欢呼。”可知,第二段可描写对手和观众为Justin欢呼,鼓励Justin完成比赛。
2.续写线索:Justin疲惫—Justin拒绝放弃—Justin继续比赛—对手和观众为Justin欢呼—Justin完成比赛—教练感悟。
One possible version:
Approaching Justin, the coach noticed the determination in the young swimmer’s eyes. Despite the obvious fatigue and the passing of the race’s official end, Justin refused to give up. His strokes were slower, his breaths laboured, but he kept pushing forward, determined to finish what he had started. Coach Huey realized that Justin’s effort was more than just a race;it was a demonstration of courage and perseverance. He knew he couldn’t let Justin finish alone.
Touched by the scene, members of the opposing team also cheered Justin as he continued to swim. They clapped and shouted, encouraging him to finish the race. Finally, with a last gasp of effort, Justin touched the wall, completing his five-hundred-yard freestyle. The crowd erupted in applause as he emerged from the water. Coach Huey smiled proudly, knowing that Justin had not only finished the race but had also grown as a person.单元素养测评卷(四)
Unit 4
(时间:120分钟 分值:150分)
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.What will the speakers probably do next
A.Cancel their flight. B.Move to another line.
C.Go to the ticket counter.
( )2.What does the man want to have for lunch
A.A salad. B.Fried eggs. C.A beef sandwich.
( )3.When did Matt start playing the piano
A.At 7. B.At 11. C.At 18.
( )4.Where does the conversation probably take place
A.At home. B.In a classroom. C.In a hospital.
( )5.What is the man worried about
A.Being late. B.Parking the car.
C.Driving in traffic.
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。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,回答第6、7题。
( )6.What is the man’s current goal
A.To avoid dangerous activities.
B.To become a professional athlete.
C.To be able to do basic physical movements.
( )7.What is the woman probably
A.A caretaker. B.A surgeon. C.A coach.
听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
( )8.What is John doing
A.Doing a fun project.
B.Emptying the cupboard.
C.Donating unwanted things.
( )9.What does John want now
A.A gorilla arm. B.A microphone. C.A bicycle.
听第8段材料,回答第10至13题。
( )10.How was the weather yesterday
A.Sunny. B.Cold. C.Rainy.
( )11.What does the woman think of Henry
A.Patient. B.Clever. C.Nervous.
( )12.How long did the woman ski
A.For half an hour.
B.For an hour.
C.For an hour and a half.
( )13.Where does the man come from
A.The east. B.The north. C.The south.
听第9段材料,回答第14至17题。
( )14.Who is Julie
A.The man’s sister.
B.The man’s wife.
C.The man’s friend.
( )15.How does Julie get to work
A.On foot. B.By car. C.By bike.
( )16.What does Julie’s boss think of her
A.She should arrive earlier.
B.She is unfit for the job.
C.She works very well.
( )17.What does Julie do in her new job
A.She writes letters.
B.She makes reports.
C.She interviews people.
听第10段材料,回答第18至20题。
( )18.When will the visitors get to the London Eye tomorrow
A.At 9:30 am. B.At 10:10 am. C.At 10:40 am.
( )19.How much will the visitors pay for their lunch
A.About ￡10. B.About ￡20. C.About ￡30.
( )20.What will the visitors do after dinner
A.Go shopping. B.See a 3D film. C.Enjoy a show.
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 [2024·江苏常州一中高二期中考试]
The following properties which the World Heritage Committee has decided to include on the List of World Heritage are in danger according to Article 11 (4) of the Convention (公约).
Virunga National Park (Democratic Republic of the Congo)
Virunga National Park, covering an area of 790,000 ha., includes an outstanding diversity of habitats, ranging from swamps and steppes (大草原) to the snowfields. Mountain gorillas are also found in the park.
Cultural Landscape and Archaeological Remains of the Bamiyan Valley (Afghanistan)
The cultural landscape and archaeological remains of the Bamiyan Valley stand for the artistic and religious developments which from the 1st to the 13th centuries characterized ancient Bakhtria. The area contains a number of Buddhist monastic ensembles, as well as strong buildings from the Islamic period.
Okapi Wildlife Reserve (Democratic Republic of the Congo)
The Okapi Wildlife Reserve occupies about one-fifth of the Ituri forest in the northeast of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The reserve contains threatened species of primates and birds surviving in the wild. It also has some amazing scenery, including waterfalls on the Ituri and Epulu rivers. The reserve is inhabited by traditional nomadic pygmy Mbuti and Efe hunters.
Historic Centre of Vienna (Austria)
Vienna developed from early Celtic and Roman settlements into a Medieval and Baroque city, the capital of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. It played an important role as a leading European music centre, from the great age of Viennese Classicism through the early part of the 20th century.
( )21.Which of the following World Heritage Sites is located in Afghanistan
A.Virunga National Park.
B.Historic Centre of Vienna.
C.Okapi Wildlife Reserve.
D.Cultural Landscape and Archaeological Remains of the Bamiyan Valley.
( )22.What’s the characteristic of the Okapi Wildlife Reserve
A.It’s closely related to Buddhism.
B.It has some fascinating natural scenery.
C.It has an outstanding variety of habitats.
D.It plays an important role as a leading music centre.
( )23.What do the four World Heritage Sites have in common
A.They are all in danger.
B.They are open to the public.
C.They are inhabited by local people.
D.They are to be removed from the World Heritage List.
B [2024·山东名校考试联盟高二期中考试]
After spending his career as a chef and working as the vice-president of Food and Beverage at FireKeepers Casino Hotel in Battle Creek, Michigan, Michael McFarlen saw how much food would get thrown away from the Casino’s restaurant every day.
Unfortunately, throwing away perfectly good food is extremely common within the restaurant industry. Yet it was always something that bothered McFarlen about his work. At one point, McFarlen decided to get involved with the South Central Food Bank of Michigan Inc. to help give back to those in need. He then became the president on the board and came up with a plan to open a restaurant in the community that would also help support a food bank on the property.
In April of 2016, the FireKeepers Casino Hotel and its owners, the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi, bought Fire Station No.4, a historic firehouse near downtown Battle Creek that had been closed for years and was set to be demolished. However, the group bought it before that happened and started to give the historic building a new life.
Renovations on the property lasted about a year. Then on April 19, 2017, the restaurant, which they named The Fire Hub, opened to the public for the first time. At the same time, the food bank, which they named the Kendall Street Food Bank, opened its door in the back of the building.
“Anytime you open a new restaurant, you just have to figure a way through that first year,” George said. However, the first year of operation was beyond their expectations. Not only did the restaurant attract customers because of its popularity and sustainability, but the food bank helped more people in the first year than they ever imagined.
In total, about 375 to 400 households get help from the food bank every single month. “We’re able to cater to people who are working, but still need a little help during the month,” McFarlen told Second Wave media. To better fit the need of the majority of people using their services, the food bank was designed to look like a small market.
( )24.What bothered McFarlen as a chef
A.A lack of cooks.
B.Waste of good food.
C.Involvement in food banks.
D.Shortage of food in some areas.
( )25.What might the underlined word “demolished” in Paragraph 3 probably mean
A.Built up. B.Torn down.
C.Broken up. D.Knocked off.
( )26.How did The Fire Hub go with its business
A.It worked out well.
B.It had branches set up.
C.It stuck to good quality.
D.It didn’t last for a year.
( )27.What can best describe McFarlen
A.Patient and careful.
B.Loving and devoted.
C.Enthusiastic and diligent.
D.Cautious and understanding.
C [2024·湖南三湘名校教育联盟高二期中考试]
Many of us are familiar with the excitement of planning a vacation to an exotic destination. As the departure date approaches, anticipation builds and the possibilities seem endless. However, upon returning home, the experience often fades quickly as we settle back into our routines. That incredible experience becomes like a dream—similar to watching a movie, but a lot more expensive. But does it have to be like this What if it could be a transformative experience that enriches our lives
Over 200 years ago, Mary Wollstonecraft, a philosopher and feminist, started a journey to Scandinavia during a difficult period in her life. Despite her initial intentions to win back her lover, she found comfort in documenting her travels in Letters Written During a Short Residence in Sweden, Norway, and Denmark. Through her observations and reflections, she not only revolutionized travel writing but also healed herself emotionally.
Wollstonecraft’s approach to travel offers valuable insights for modern-day travellers. Instead of simply sightseeing, she actively engaged with her surroundings, learning about local customs and history, and questioning her own assumptions. She embraced the unpredictability of travel, allowing herself to explore without strict plans.
Here are some goals we can construct from Wollstonecraft’s approach to travel: try to actively know the place you are in. Observe the customs. Interact with the locals. Learn the whys behind the observation. Explore the history. Try to understand the answers in relation to what you are experiencing now. Set aside any previous assumptions. Notice how the journey is affecting you. What new insights do you have Are your opinions and beliefs challenged Don’t plan out every detail. Embrace uncertainties and explore.
So how do we put those goals into practice Here is where mental models can enhance the travel experience. Expose ourselves to diverse cultures and perspectives to broaden our worldview. Challenge confirmation bias (认知偏差) by engaging with ideas that differ from our own. Recognize that happiness and fulfillment can be achieved in various ways.
By including these principles into our travels, we can transform them from mere entertainment into profound end enriching experiences that leave a lasting impact on our lives.
( )28.What word best describes our feelings upon returning home from a vacation
A.Excited. B.Inspired.
C.Disappointed. D.Astonished.
( )29.What is the function of the example of Mary Wollstonecraft in Paragraph 2
A.To show the transformative power of travel.
B.To highlight the challenges of travelling alone.
C.To emphasize the importance of documenting experiences.
D.To prove the possibility of finding comfort in strict travel plans.
( )30.Which of the following is in line with Wollstonecraft’s approach to travel
A.The map is not the territory.
B.Travel brings love back to your life.
C.Create your own sunshine every day.
D.Believe in miracles and trust the journey.
( )31.How can mental models enhance the travel experience
A.Ignoring differing ideas to avoid bias.
B.Limiting exposure to new perspectives.
C.Seeking entertainment rather than enrichment.
D.Broadening worldview through diverse cultures.
D [2024·辽宁名校联盟高二联合考试]
Have you ever wondered why you might be a little taller than your friends or family Well, scientists believe the mystery of why humans are growing taller and reaching puberty (青春期) earlier is due to something in the brain.
We already know that better nutrition leads to greater height as humans have been growing taller on the whole in recent centuries. Better nutrition also causes people to reach maturity faster. Genes (基因) also play a role in how tall we become and we all grow and look according to the codes in our DNA.A lack of nutrition makes it harder for us to reach the full potential of our own genes.
According to the University of Maryland, our body requires a certain amount of energy to make us grow. But a new study suggests that a brain receptor (感受器) could be responsible for our growth. The study showed that the brain receptor MC3R is responsible for signals from food reaching a part of the brain called the hypothalamus (下丘脑). The hypothalamus is responsible for keeping things in check like body temperature and adjusting appetite and weight.
MC3R’s not working properly tends to mean that people are shorter and start puberty much later. Professor Sir Stephen O’ Rahilly, one of the authors of the study, said, “It tells the body we’re great here and that we’ve got lots of food, so grow quickly and have puberty soon.”
There is a lot about the brain we still don’t know. But this research could lead to further development of drugs for children with delayed growth and puberty starting much later. More understanding of the receptor won’t mean that we can make ourselves taller. That all still depends on genes, but it could help people with long-lasting illnesses, who need to build up muscle.
( )32.What can we learn from the second paragraph
A.Genes lead to faster maturity.
B.Nutrition determines a person’s height.
C.Improper nutrition changes one’s genes.
D.Better nutrition is important to growing taller.
( )33.How does MC3R work to get you taller according to the new study
A.By taking in a large amount of nutrition itself.
B.By having us check body temperatures regularly.
C.By helping us control our appetite to lose weight.
D.By sending signals to inspire us to have more nutrition.
( )34.What will the new finding most probably contribute to
A.Finding ways to put off kids’ puberty.
B.Treating patients with long-lasting illnesses.
C.Developing medicine for kids with delayed growth.
D.Finding scientific exercise to get our muscle stronger.
( )35.Which of the following is a suitable title for the text
A.Why are some people shorter Genes are to blame
B.Why are some people shorter Nutrition is to blame
C.Why are some people taller The key is in our brains
D.Why are some people taller The key is in our appetite
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
[2024·浙江A9协作体高二期中联考]
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。
Ways to unlock your inner motivation
Do you start something and then leave it midway Do you also feel an enthusiastic rush at the beginning of new things but lose motivation after some time Don’t worry! 36. They can be the stepping stones in your journey to achieve your dreams.
Set a “SMART” goal. Goal setting is always the first step, but what is the true essence of a goal Can it be considered a goal to write a 50,000-word book in one day Your goal has to be “SMART”—specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and time-bound. Setting a “SMART” goal will help you clarify what you are trying to achieve, and how you have to divide your time to achieve it. 37.
38. We all have that one Why inside of us that pushes us to work hard and reminds us where we have to go. It can be anything like financial freedom, trying to prove yourself, a desire to make an impact, or simply having something meaningful in life. Finding your Why will help you connect with your goal on a deeper level.
Share your goal. 39. In that way, they can help you stay motivated by reminding you of what you want. Your partner can be anyone you trust but remember, be very wise while selecting them because you are only as good as the company you keep.
Visualize your success. This is a mental exercise. Along the way, keep visualizing your success. 40. Keep a record of everything that you do. You can write it in your journal and you can also record your next steps. Tracking your goals fuels motivation.
A.Act on your reminder.
B.Identify your inner source.
C.Get a partner to tell them what you want to achieve.
D.Having a taste of it will help you stay hungry for more.
E.Creating a visual representation board can be really helpful.
F.It will tell you whether your goal is relevant and achievable or not.
G.I will explain some important ways that help to keep my motivation.
第三部分 语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
[2024·江苏江阴高级中学高二期中考试]
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
Last year, my friend, Kydee Williams, and I started a non-profit project because we wanted to do charity work differently. Thus, The Pop-Up Care Shop was 41 .
TPUCS is a travelling shop of 42 donated goods for people in need. During the holidays, we 43 clothing drives and then went to women’s shelters. Our main goal was to help inspire women who were 44 with hope as well as bring a little holiday cheer to our local communities. 45 any project or movement wasn’t easy. Brainstorming and coming up with cool ideas was the 46 part, but actually bringing those ideas to life can seem almost 47 at times. However, there were lessons about 48 that we didn’t fully realize until we started this journey.
From our experience, we learned smaller shelters, especially those in less-commercialized areas were often 49 when it came to getting community support. Actually, they were typically more 50 to new and creative ideas and would greatly welcome 51 who offered help. Under our inspiration, many 52 people devoted themselves to non-profit work. Many shelters are understaffed and the staff overworked. Working directly with them helped us 53 the specific needs of the shelter.
While material things like food, clothes, money, and shelter can help people survive, what 54 helps people live is the intangible (无形的) necessities like love, presence, patience. Even though we can’t help every single person in the world, we can 55 a world of difference for at least one person.
( )41.A.found B.donated
C.born D.purchased
( )42.A.cheap B.free
C.valuable D.messy
( )43.A.quit B.chose
C.forbade D.held
( )44.A.homeless B.fearless
C.guiltless D.restless
( )45.A.Ceasing B.Highlighting
C.Starting D.Monitoring
( )46.A.hard B.fun
C.odd D.core
( )47.A.crucial B.unnecessary
C.impossible D.logical
( )48.A.breaking down B.giving back
C.keeping up D.pulling through
( )49.A.ignored B.emphasized
C.mentioned D.estimated
( )50.A.harmful B.relevant
C.opposed D.open
( )51.A.shoppers B.pioneers
C.officers D.volunteers
( )52.A.reliable B.selfless
C.creative D.courageous
( )53.A.understand B.satisfy
C.anticipate D.illustrate
( )54.A.originally B.slightly
C.truly D.barely
( )55.A.identify B.detect
C.reveal D.make
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
[2024·湖北鄂北六校高二期中考试]
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。
Baduanjin (八段锦), 56. form of qigong, is a set of traditional Chinese fitness exercises combining physical movement with breathing and meditation. Dating back to the Song Dynasty (960—1279), Baduanjin uses breathing and concentration techniques 57. (improve) the body and mind through eight well-designed sequences. During the Northern Song Dynasty, people enjoyed doing it, 58. has 8 simple movements, such as slowly opening the arms or raising the head. Today, this old exercise has gained its 59. (popular) again.
Last month, 28-year-old model Huang Qian decided to add Baduanjin 60. her daily routine. At first, when she saw 61. (video) of people practising on social media platforms, she naturally associated it with the kind of exercise favoured by the elderly 62. its movements are a bit slow. Nevertheless, now Huang enjoys practising the exercise, which stretches and relaxes her whole body.
Her favourite fitness star German Pamela Reif had a video 63. (post). The video has received more than 900,000 views, 49,000 likes and 24,000 reports since it 64. (release) on Bilibili on Aug.8. Like many traditions, such as hanfu and music, Baduanjin is 65. (increase) recognized from people of all ages and is making a return to daily life.
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分) [2024·海南嘉积中学高二月考]
假如你是学生会主席李华,海南省博物馆正在举行苏东坡书法(calligraphy)作品展览。学校将组织本校留学生们于本周六一同前往省博物馆参观。请根据以下内容给你校留学生们写一则书面通知。
1.简单介绍苏东坡;
2.活动免费;
3.时间、集合地点、注意事项。
注意:
1.词数80个左右;
2.可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
Notice
第二节(满分25分) [2024·黑龙江齐齐哈尔高二期中]
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 first swim meet of the year for our newly formed middle-school swimming team. The atmosphere during the three-hour bus journey was filled with anticipation as the group of forty-eight young teenagers thought of nothing but victory. However, the excitement turned into shock as our kids got off the bus and stared in disbelief at their muscle-filled Greek-god-like opponents.
The coach checked the schedule. “Surely there has been a mistake,” he thought. But the schedule only confirmed that this was the right location and time.
The two teams formed a line on the side of the pool. Whistles blew, races were started and races were lost. Halfway through the meet, Coach Huey realized that there were no participants for one of the events.
“Okay kids, who wants to swim the five-hundred-yard freestyle ” the coach asked. Several hands shot up, including Justin’s. “I’ll race, coach!” he shouted. The coach looked down at the youngest boy and said, “Justin, this race covers twenty lengths of the pool. I’ve only seen you swim eight.”
“I can do it, coach. Let me try,” Justin insisted. Coach Huey hesitantly agreed. “After all,” he thought, “it’s not the winning but the effort and determination that build character.”
The whistle blew and the opponents rushed through the water and finished the race in just six minutes and fifty seconds. The winners gathered on the sidelines to socialize while our group struggled to finish. After three more minutes, the last exhausted (筋疲力尽的) members of our team came out from the water—except for Justin.
Justin was stealing breaths as his hands slapped against the water, pushing it aside to push his thin body forward. It appeared that he might go under at any minute, yet something seemed to keep pushing him forward.
“Why doesn’t the coach intervene ” the parents whispered among themselves. “It looks like he’s about to drown, and the race was over four minutes ago.”
注意:续写词数应为150个左右。
Paragraph 1:
Approaching Justin, the coach noticed the determination in the young swimmer’s eyes.
Paragraph 2:
Touched by the scene, members of the opposing team also cheered Justin as he continued to swim.
