单元素养测评卷(五)
1—5 BBBBB 6—10 BCCBA 11—15 BACBC 16—20 BCCBA
21—25 ABCCA 26—30 BDACD 31—35 BDBDC 36—40 EADGB
41—45 DACDC 46—50 BBABC 51—55 AADBC
第一部分
录音稿
Text 1
W: Would you prefer tea or coffee
M: I think a glass of cold water would be best. There is nothing like it when the weather is so hot.
Text 2
W: Oh, dear, I have locked the key in my room again. How I wish I could remember it!
M: Well, don’t worry. These things happen a lot.
W: What can we do now
M: Dial 911.
Text 3
W: My computer is running so slowly that I want to get a new one.
M: There’s a new computer coming out in early September.
W: Oh, no. I’m unwilling to wait three months. I’ll buy one next month.
Text 4
W: Hey, Mike. Why the long face
M: Well, it’s the speech contest. I thought I would win, but…
W: Cheer up, Mike. You’ve tried your best after all.
Text 5
W: Could you push the button for the tenth floor, please
M: Of course. Do you live in this building
W: No, I’m just visiting a colleague from work. She has an apartment on the tenth floor. Do you live here
M: Yes, I do. It’s not a bad building to live in, really.
Text 6
W: Excuse me. Do you think I can return this coat
M: What’s the problem with it
W: It’s too small.
M: OK. I see. I’m afraid I can’t give you a cash return, but you can change it.
W: I believe you sell it for $49.95.
M: Yes. I’ll take the coats of the same price for you to choose from.
W: That one looks nice. May I have a try
M: It’s $55.95. If you want it, you’ll pay some extra money.
W: OK. I will.
Text 7
M: I dropped the accounting class in college. Now I regret that. After graduation, I’ve been trying to find a job in accounting, but so far I haven’t succeeded.
W: It’s really difficult to find an ideal job, right
M: Yes. If I had not given up the accounting class then, I would become an accountant now.
W: Well, don’t be too hard on yourself. By the way, what do you think of your present job as a bank clerk
M: Frankly, if I had known it was so boring, I would never have accepted it.
W: I know. Well, you know I have a friend who works in an accounting firm. He wants to hire an assistant to help him deal with accounting affairs. I would like to recommend you to him.
M: Really Thanks a million. I owe you a meal.
Text 8
W: I visited the countryside museum last week. It opened two months ago. You’d like it there.
M: Why Is there lots of information about trees
W: No. It’s about wild birds that live in the forest. You can watch videos there too.
M: Oh! Is it open on Saturdays
W: Yes. It’s only closed on Mondays. I went on a Thursday.
M: And where is it
W: It’s fifteen miles from here. It took about twenty minutes to get there and about thirty to get home because the roads were busier then. Here’s a map for your parents.
M: Thanks.
W: When I went, there was a special plant exhibition but they’re having a study day for teenagers there soon about different kinds of clouds.
M: Do I have to pay for the study day
W: You’re fourteen, aren’t you
M: Yes.
W: Well, you won’t because it’s free for students who are your age or younger. But it costs ￡18 for students who are sixteen or older.
M: Thanks. I’ll tell my parents.
Text 9
W: Hi, John. Long time no see. How are you doing
M: I am doing OK. It would be better if I had a job.
W: Are you looking for a job
M: Yes. I graduated a month ago. Now, I want to get a job in the financial field.
W: How long have you been looking for a new job
M: I just started this week.
W: Didn’t you have any interviews with those firms that came to our campus two months ago I believe quite a few companies came to hire students for their Finance Departments.
M: I got only one interview. But I have not heard from them. I guess I did not make it.
W: Don’t worry. You always did well in school. Your good grades will help you get a job quickly. Besides, the job market is pretty good right now, and all companies need financial analysts. Did you mail your résumé to recruiting agencies
M: No, I have not thought about recruiting agencies. But, I do look closely at the employment ads listed in the newspaper every day.
W: Are there a lot of openings
M: Quite a few. Some of them require experienced candidates. What you suggested sounds good. I may give it a try.
Text 10
M: Holidays are happy days with pleasurable activities and delicious foods. Many people, however, are worried about the weight that comes along with those delicious foods. With proper planning though, it is possible to control your weight. The idea is to enjoy the holidays but not to eat too much. You don’t have to turn away from the foods that you enjoy. The following suggestions may be of some help to you. Do not miss meals. Before you leave home for a big dinner, have a small, low-fat snack. This may help to keep you from overeating when you see tables full of delicious food. Begin with clear soup and fruit or vegetables. A large glass of water before you eat may help you feel full. Use a small plate. A large plate will encourage you to have more than you need. Stay away from high-fat foods. Dishes that look oily or creamy have a lot of fat in them. Choose meats containing little or no fat. Fill your plate with salad and green vegetables. If you have a sweet tooth, try fruits. They don’t have as much fat as cream and chocolate. Don’t take a break from exercise during the holidays. A 20-minute walk after a meal can help burn off extra calories.
第二部分
第一节
A
【文章大意】 本文是一篇应用文。本文介绍了丹麦哥本哈根及周边地区的美食体验,包括在Bornholm岛的海滩放松、在哥本哈根品尝街头美食,以及在西兰岛的城堡度假。
21.A 细节理解题。根据第二段“Beloved by Danes for its sandy beaches and fishing harbours, the island of Bornholm is distinguished by more sunshine time than anywhere else in the country.”可知,Bornholm有更长的日照时间。故选A项。
22.B 细节理解题。根据第三段“Enjoy flavours from all corners of the globe at Reffen.”可知,在Reffen可以享受来自世界各地的食物。故选B项。
23.C 细节理解题。根据最后一段“…who serves seasonal cuisines with materials farmed and hunted from the surrounding fields, forests and sea. For a less pricey meal, the castle has the farm-to-table bistro and casual Madhus, where visitors can enjoy drinks, snacks and light meals.”可知,Dragsholm Slot Gourmet提供当地种植的食物。故选C项。
B
【文章大意】 本文是一篇新闻报道。文章介绍了咖啡店Café Joyeux为智力和发育障碍(IDD)患者提供工作机会。
24.C 细节理解题。根据第二段“Café Joyeux was founded in France in response to the alarming fact that over 8 million people with IDD face an 80% unemployment rate…more broadly.”可知,Café Joyeux的目的是解决IDD患者的失业问题。故选C项。
25.A 细节理解题。根据第三段“During a trip, Theo, a young man with IDD, asked Yann for a job. Yann hesitated, saying it was complicated, leaving Theo silent. This encounter led to the creation of Café Joyeux, employing and training people with mental and cognitive (认知的) disabilities, which has since expanded to over 19 locations across Europe.”可知,一次旅行中一个年轻人的工作申请促成了Café Joyeux这一想法。故选A项。
26.B 细节理解题。根据第四段“They believed their employees could provide excellent products and services, and stressed the significance of equal rights and fair treatment in the workplace.”可知,Café Joyeux的IDD患者员工受到平等的对待。故选B项。
27.D 推理判断题。根据最后一段“Early supporters, like Giovana Mullins, have praised the coffee shop Café Joyeux for its welcoming atmosphere.”以及她说的话可知,Giovana认为Café Joyeux很令人满意。故选D项。
C
【文章大意】 本文是一篇说明文。通过对纸质书和电子阅读器对环境影响的比较,介绍了它们各自的优缺点以及相关行业和个人在减少环境影响方面所采取的措施。
28.A 推理判断题。根据第二段“…resources involved across the entire life cycle of a published work: how books and devices are shipped, what energy they use to run, if they can be recycled.” 可知,纸质书籍和数字书籍都涉及许多资源,包括制作和运输等环节,因此确定哪种更环保较为困难。故选A项。
29.C 细节理解题。根据第三段“Although it’s standard practice in the industry, publishers don’t want to destroy books. So instead, many are donating unsold copies, switching to on-demand printing. Publishers are also rethinking book design, since certain fonts (字体) can be more climate-friendly by using less ink and less paper.”可知,出版商正在采取环保做法,包括捐出未售出的书、采用更环保的设计以及转向按需印刷等方法来减少对环境的影响。故选C项。
30.D 推理判断题。根据倒数第二段“‘If you buy an e-reader and you read loads and loads of books on it, then it’s the lowest carbon thing to do,’ said Mike Berners Lee…”可知,Berners Lee的观点是如果你在电子阅读器上阅读大量书籍,那么电子阅读器是更可持续的选择。故选D项。
31.B 主旨大意题。根据第一段“Some people prefer paperbacks because they’re easy to borrow and share. Others will go for e-readers. But which is the more environmentally sustainable option ”及全文内容可知,本文主要是关于纸质书与电子阅读器对环境影响的比较,因此“纸质书与电子阅读器:哪个对气候更好 ”这个标题最合适。故选B项。
D
【文章大意】 本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了人们在面对与自己观点相反的信息时,往往会产生“确认偏见”,即倾向于寻找能证实自己观点的信息,而避免与之相反的信息。文章建议我们在争论中寻找共同点,接纳不同的信息等,这样可以使我们的观点更有说服力,也能开阔我们的视野。
32.D 细节理解题。根据第二段“Humans have a well-documented bias (偏见) called the‘confirmation bias’, which is a tendency to seek out information that confirms our existing views and to avoid information that disconfirms them.”可知,D选项“我们更喜欢符合我们观点的信息。”符合“确认偏见”。故选D项。
33.B 词义猜测题。根据文章第三段“In fact, it turns out that instead of citing why you are right and someone else is wrong in a heated conversation, one of the most effective strategies you can use for changing someone’s mind is to find areas where you agree.”可推知,“honey”指的是找到共同点。故选B。
34.D 推理判断题。根据最后一段“Make your bias a disconfirmation bias;in other words, when you have an opinion on something, don’t just read information that confirms it. Instead, make an effort to find information that could potentially prove you wrong. If you were right all along, this exercise would only make your arguments stronger. If you were wrong, your mind would have been opened up to new ideas.”可知,获取与我们的观点相反的信息能让我们受益。故选D。
35.C 主旨大意题。文章主要讲述了人们在面对与自己观点相反的信息时,往往会产生“确认偏见”,即倾向于寻找能证实自己观点的信息,而避免与之相反的信息。文章建议我们在争论中寻找共同点,接纳不同的信息等,这样可以使我们的观点更有说服力,也能开阔我们的视野。所以短文的最佳标题为“如何在两极分化的交流中改变思维”。故选C项。
第二节
【文章大意】 本文是一篇说明文,主要针对如何选择对未来职业有用的大学专业提出了一些实用的建议。
36.E 前文“Initially, don’t choose a major merely based on money; otherwise mistakes will happen.”讲述了不要仅仅根据金钱来选择专业,空处应讲述应该考虑的其他因素,E项“你还应该考虑你的热衷的爱好、厌恶的事物和幸福。”符合语境。故选E。
37.A 空处是本段的主旨句。根据后文的“You want to pick something that interests you, but you need to be sure you won’t get sick of it as time progresses.”和“When you choose to study your hobby and build your life around it, it can lose its appeal and won’t be relaxing.”可知,本段主要讲述的是选择专业的时候不要首先考虑自己的业余爱好,A项“其次,业余爱好从来都不是你的优先项。”符合语境。故选A。
38.D 后文“A hobby is a pursuit outside one’s regular occupation for relaxation while a passion comforts you and drives you crazy at the same time.”讲述了业余爱好和热衷的爱好之间的区别,所以空处应讲述的是二者容易被混淆,D项“通常,人们会将自己的业余爱好与热衷的爱好混淆。”符合语境。故选D。
39.G 根据本段主旨句“Thirdly, never choose a major by feeling instead of research.”可知,本段主要建议在选专业之前要进行研究,G项“如果你在研究之后对某个专业充满热情,那就跟随自己的内心。”符合语境。故选G。
40.B 前文“Lastly, don’t always depend on your parents.”讲述了不要总是依赖父母,后文“However, the choice is ultimately yours.”讲述了最终做决定的是你自己,表转折,由此可知,空处应是说家人的意见不容忽视,B项“你的家人的意见不容忽视。”符合语境。故选B。
第三部分
第一节
【文章大意】 本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者在芬兰参加交流学习的经历。
41.D 根据下文“Everyone wanted to go!”及“Regardless, I decided to sign up early for my last semester, just to see what the process was like…”可知,作者要参加的海外交流之旅竞争激烈,想要参加极其困难。故选D。ridiculous荒唐的; significant重要的;impossible不可能的;difficult困难的。
42.A 根据下文“Everyone wanted to go!”可知,这个海外交流项目的需求量巨大。故选A。 huge巨大的; flexible灵活的;temporary短暂的;random随意的。
43.C 根据下文again in a year可知,作者为来年再次申请做准备。故选C。distribute分发; acquire获得; apply申请,应用; perform表演。
44.D 根据上文“…to be better prepared for…again in a year.”可知,作者原本打算来年再申请一次,结果却通过了,这是令人惊讶的。故选D。obviously明显地; importantly重要地;immediately立刻;surprisingly令人惊讶地。
45.C 根据上文“…got a spot at a university in Turku, Finland!”可知,作者获得了一个去芬兰图尔库一所大学的机会,因此很兴奋。故选C。disappointed感到失望的; confused困惑的; excited兴奋的;embarrassed尴尬的。
46.B 根据下文“…but once you set your eyes on the goal, nothing can stop you.”可知,成功会带来挑战。故选B。reaction反应;challenge挑战; opportunity机会;achievement成就。
47.B 根据上文“I met the most amazing people, travelled a ton, partied a lot…”可知,作者和来自世界各地的朋友建立了联系。故选B。compete竞争; bond建立(关系); conflict冲突,抵触;agree同意。
48.A 空后提到“我是那里为数不多必须通过所有课程并且还要写论文的人之一”,下一句提到“我设法实行了一个不可能的作息时间表,每晚只睡四个小时”,这两句之间是因果关系,需用now that引导原因状语从句。故选A。now that既然;even if尽管; in case以防,万一;so long as只要。
49.B 根据后文“…to run on an impossible sleep schedule of four hours per night.”可知,作者设法实行了一个不可能的作息时间表,每晚只睡四个小时。manage to do sth为固定搭配,意为“设法成功做某事”。故选B。happen发生; manage管理,完成(困难的事); presume假设,假定; hesitate犹豫。
50.C 根据上文“…I…to run on an impossible sleep schedule…”并结合but可知,作者成功了。make it为固定搭配,意为“成功”。故选C。ignore忽视;dismiss解雇,开除;make使成功;expect期待。
51.A 根据上文“And I had the time of my life in Finland. I met the most amazing people, travelled a ton, partied a lot, and…with friends from all over the world.”可知,作者在交流学习期间拓宽了眼界。故选A。 horizon眼界;company公司;responsibility责任;organization组织。
52.A 根据上文after the exchange study可知,作者在芬兰的生活圆满结束了。故选A。 wrap up圆满结束;pick up拾起;hold up举起,支撑;bring up抚养。
53.D 根据下文“…made up of remote work and plenty of travelling.”可知,这次不寻常的经历让作者选择了一种自由的生活方式。故选D。 experiment实验;employment雇用;discipline纪律;freedom自由。
54.B 根据上文“This adventure led me to choose a life of…made up of remote work and plenty of travelling.”可知,作者认为交流学习的结果是很好的。故选B。salary薪水;outcome结果,后果;position位置; profession职业。
55.C 根据下文“…that I can now share with others.”可知,这次交流学习是可以和别人分享的经历。故选C。tradition传统;fiction幻想;experience经历;legend传说。
第二节
【文章大意】 本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了中国保护亚洲象的努力和成果。
56.for 考查介词。be known for表示“以……而闻名”。故填for。
57.to survive 考查非谓语动词。fail to do sth表示“未能做某事”,故填to survive。
58.which 考查定语从句。空处引导非限制性定语从句修饰先行词Asian elephants,关系词在从句中作主语,指物,故填which。
59.mainly 考查副词。空处修饰动词found应用副词mainly,故填mainly。
60.the 考查冠词。此处species特指亚洲象,应用定冠词。故填the。
61.professional 考查形容词。修饰名词team应用形容词professional,故填professional。
62.saved 考查非谓语动词。此处save与elephants构成被动关系,故用过去分词作定语。故填saved。
63.monitoring 考查非谓语动词。此处caregivers与monitor构成主动关系,故用现在分词作状语。故填monitoring。
64.is 考查动词时态和主谓一致。陈述事实用一般现在时,主语为what the elephant caregivers are doing,谓语用单数。故填is。
65.has risen 考查动词时态和主谓一致。根据后文in the last 30 years可知为现在完成时,主语为the wild Asian elephant population,助动词用has。故填has risen。
第四部分
第一节
One possible version:
More trees, greener school
Aiming to raise our awareness of protecting the school environment, our school Students’ Union organized a tree-planting activity themed “More trees, greener school” last Saturday afternoon.
At 2:00 pm, the students from Senior Two took an active part in it, some digging, some planting trees and others watering trees. Happily, more than 100 young trees were planted along the roads in our school as planned. Tired as we were, we enjoyed ourselves.
Not only did this activity promote our teamwork, but it also made our school greener and more beautiful.
第二节
【思路点拨】 本文以人物为线索展开,讲述了Catalina参观天文台的时候,望远镜掉了下来,于是Catalina自告奋勇要修理望远镜,并成功修好,大家都为她鼓掌。那一天,Catalina不仅修好了望远镜,还向大家证明了她注定要成为一名伟大的天文学家。
【详解】
1.段落续写:
①由第一段首句内容“经理犹豫了一下,同意道:‘去做吧,我会承担所有的责任。’”可知,第一段可描写Catalina修理望远镜的过程。
②由第二段首句内容“雷鸣般的掌声爆发,震动了大厅。”可知,第二段可描写Catalina得到了他人和经理的称赞,以及Catalina解释为什么自己会修理望远镜。
2.续写线索:开始修理—修理完成—众人鼓掌—解释原因—感悟。
One possible version:
Hesitating for a second, the manager agreed, “Just do it, and I’ll take all responsibilities.” He handed her the tools she needed, watching in disbelief as Catalina confidently began to work. Her fingers moved swiftly, each part fitting perfectly into place as if guided by an unseen force. Minutes ticked by, and the tension in the air thickened with every successful turn of the screw.
Thunderous applause erupted and rocked the hall. When Catalina finished, the telescope stood tall and proud, restored to its former glory. The manager beamed, and his doubts vanished. “How did you do it ” he asked, amazement colouring his voice. Catalina smiled, her eyes shining with determination, “I’ve been preparing for this moment ever since grandpa gave me a telescope. I knew I could fix it because I know every part of it, just like I know every star in the sky.” That day, Catalina not only fixed the telescope but also proved to everyone that she was destined to become a great astronomer.单元素养测评卷(五)
Unit 5
(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 does the man want to drink
A.Tea. B.Water. C.Coffee.
( )2.What does the man mean
A.It’s easy to forget the key.
B.People often make the same mistakes.
C.He takes the key out of the room.
( )3.When is the woman likely to buy a computer
A.In September. B.In July.
C.In June.
( )4.How does the man feel now
A.Happy. B.Disappointed.
C.Confident.
( )5.What is the relationship between the speakers
A.Neighbours. B.Strangers. C.Workmates.
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 does the woman want to do at first
A.Change the coat. B.Return the coat.
C.Try the coat.
( )7.How much more money will the woman pay to get the coat she likes
A.$49.95. B.$55.95. C.$6.
听第7段材料,回答第8至10题。
( )8.What does the man regret doing
A.Majoring in Accounting. B.Becoming an accountant.
C.Withdrawing from the accounting course.
( )9.How does the man feel about his current job
A.It’s interesting. B.It’s dull.
C.It’s difficult.
( )10.What is the woman going to do
A.Introduce the man to her friend.
B.Work in her friend’s firm.
C.Cook a meal for the man.
听第8段材料,回答第11至13题。
( )11.What information can visitors learn about in the museum
A.Different trees. B.Wild birds.
C.The weather.
( )12.When did the woman visit the museum
A.Last Thursday. B.Last Saturday.
C.Last Sunday.
( )13.How long did it take the woman to get back home from the museum
A.About 15 minutes. B.About 20 minutes.
C.About 30 minutes.
听第9段材料,回答第14至17题。
( )14.When did the man graduate
A.A week ago. B.A month ago.
C.Two months ago.
( )15.What can we learn about the man
A.He contacted the woman a lot.
B.He got formal interview training.
C.He had a chance to have an interview.
( )16.What does the woman say about the man’s situation
A.It’s tough. B.It’s optimistic.
C.It’s unpredictable.
( )17.What does the woman suggest the man do in the end
A.Check the employment ads in the newspaper.
B.Do a part-time job to get work experience.
C.Send his résumé to recruiting agencies.
听第10段材料,回答第18至20题。
( )18.What does the speaker suggest having before a feast
A.A small glass of wine. B.A large glass of water.
C.A small low-fat snack.
( )19.What plate does the speaker advise us to use
A.A big one. B.A small one.
C.A medium one.
( )20.What is the talk mainly about
A.How to control our weight during holidays.
B.How to enjoy holidays with families and friends.
C.What to do before going to a party.
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
Copenhagen is an ideal destination for food-loving travellers, but there are many gastronomic (美食的) adventures that await visitors outside this capital city of Denmark. Here are some experiences in the capital and beyond.
Enjoy a Baltic beach relaxation in Bornholm
Beloved by Danes for its sandy beaches and fishing harbours, the island of Bornholm is distinguished by more sunshine time than anywhere else in the country. It’s an attractive dining destination, with traditional smokehouses offering local delicacies. But it’s Kadeau, a restaurant, that really puts Bornholm on the food map.
Have some street food in Copenhagen
Enjoy flavours from all corners of the globe at Reffen. Found in the former industrial site of Refshale en, this street food market is an exciting hang-out with a rainbow of cuisines from Thai to Kurdish. Just across a river, Torvehallerne is the place for a bite. Further south, BaneGaarden is hidden in leafy railway sidings at Vesterbro, and offers soul food from the Deep South of the US.
Take a getaway at a castle in Zealand
On the island, one of Denmark’s oldest castles overlooks the scenic north-west coast. The beautiful 13th-century Dragsholm Slot is now a luxury hotel with one of the most well-known restaurants in Zealand—Dragsholm Slot Gourmet. It holds a Michelin star, led by chef Jeppe Foldager who serves seasonal cuisines with materials farmed and hunted from the surrounding fields, forests and sea. For a less pricey meal, the castle has the farm-to-table bistro and casual Madhus, where visitors can enjoy drinks, snacks and light meals.
( )21.What makes Bornholm unique in Denmark
A.The longer sunshine hours.
B.The traditional Dane foods.
C.The attractive smokehouses.
D.The beautiful seaside scenery.
( )22.Which place offers worldwide food options
A.Kadeau. B.Reffen.
C.Torvehallerne. D.BaneGaarden.
( )23.What do we know about Dragsholm Slot Gourmet
A.It was once a castle.
B.It features light meals.
C.It offers locally grown food.
D.It is famous in Denmark.
B [2024·福建泉州四校高二期末联考]
A new coffee shop in New York lets its customers help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in every cup! This is the first coffee shop by Café Joyeux, which is based in Europe. They hire individuals with IDD, providing valuable training and employment opportunities and empowering them along the way.
Café Joyeux was founded in France in response to the alarming fact that over 8 million people with IDD face an 80% unemployment rate. The coffee shop aims to fight against this inequality by not only providing inclusive employment but also leading the way in promoting workplace inclusion more broadly.
The story started on a sailing boat in Brittany, France, where Captain Yann Bucaille Lanrezac, a successful businessman, shared his passion for sailing with passengers of all abilities. During a trip, Theo, a young man with IDD, asked Yann for a job. Yann hesitated, saying it was complicated, leaving Theo silent. This encounter led to the creation of Café Joyeux, employing and training people with mental and cognitive (认知的) disabilities, which has since expanded to over 19 locations across Europe.
In early 2024, the first American Café Joyeux opened in New York City. Bucaille Lanrezac and his wife, Lydwine Bucaille, founders of Café Joyeux, employed 169 team members with disabilities. They believed their employees could provide excellent products and services, and stressed the significance of equal rights and fair treatment in the workplace. They started by empowering their employees and reinvesting 100% of their profits to further this mission, both within and outside their cafés.
Early supporters, like Giovana Mullins, have praised the coffee shop Café Joyeux for its welcoming atmosphere. “As a customer walking in, even if you don’t know what this coffee shop is all about, you will feel the energy and the joy,” she said.
( )24.What problem does Café Joyeux aim to address
A.The high pricing of coffee.
B.The expansion of European powers.
C.The unemployment of people with IDD.
D.The unreasonable limitations on sailing.
( )25.What brought about the idea for Café Joyeux
A.A job request on a trip.
B.A public awareness campaign.
C.A well-known sailing race.
D.A discussion among customers.
( )26.What do we know about the employees with IDD in Café Joyeux
A.They serve as volunteers.
B.They receive equal treatment.
C.They are gifted in storytelling.
D.They have to finish complicated tasks.
( )27.What does Giovana Mullins think of Café Joyeux
A.It needs to improve its services.
B.It deserves more funds.
C.It is poorly managed.
D.It is satisfactory.
C [2024·江苏淮安高二期末]
Some people prefer paperbacks because they’re easy to borrow and share. Others will go for e-readers. But which is the more environmentally sustainable option
Whether it’s better to read books in print or on a device is complicated, because of the complex interaction between the resources involved across the entire life cycle of a published work: how books and devices are shipped, what energy they use to run, if they can be recycled.
On the one side, traditional print publishing comes with a high carbon footprint. According to 2023 data, 32 million trees are cut down each year to make paper for books. Then there are the energy-intensive processes of printing and shipping—to say nothing of the many books that are destroyed because they remain unsold. Although it’s standard practice in the industry, publishers don’t want to destroy books. So instead, many are donating unsold copies, switching to on-demand printing. Publishers are also rethinking book design, since certain fonts (字体) can be more climate-friendly by using less ink and less paper.
On the other hand, digital reading seems to have a considerable eco-advantage over print because it is paperless, so it saves trees and shipping. Moreover, tech companies that make e-readers such as Amazon offer recycling programmes for old devices. But digital devices also come with a substantial carbon footprint, especially at the manufacturing stage. Their cases are made with plastics and the minerals in their batteries require resource-heavy mining.
Figuring out whether to take a digital device or a paperback to the beach ultimately depends on how much you read.“If you buy an e-reader and you read loads and loads of books on it, then it’s the lowest carbon thing to do,” said Mike Berners Lee, the author of The Carbon Footprint of Everything. “But if I buy it, read a couple of books, and decide that I prefer paperback books, then it’s the worst of all worlds.”
Yet Berners Lee said that reading is still, relatively speaking, a pretty sustainable activity—regardless of whether you read using an e-reader, a phone or old-fashioned paperback.
( )28.Why is it hard to tell if print or digital books are more eco-friendly
A.The whole processes for both involve many resources.
B.The option depends on the reader’s personal preferences.
C.Recycling programmes are not equally effective for both types.
D.The environmental impact of reading habits is often overlooked.
( )29.What are book publishers doing to reduce the environmental impact
A.Cutting down fewer trees.
B.Destroying the unsold books.
C.Employing eco-friendly practices.
D.Focusing on the sales of digital books.
( )30.According to Berners Lee, an e-reader is more sustainable than paperbacks when .
A.an e-reader is shared by many people
B.you charge it using renewable energy
C.an e-reader is recycled after being used
D.you read a high volume of books digitally
( )31.Which is the most suitable title for the text
A.Print books vs. e-readers: Which is your favourite
B.Paper books vs. e-readers: Which is better for the climate
C.Choose digital reading, for it reduces more carbon footprints
D.Keep the balance of convenience and sustainability in reading
D [2024·山东潍坊高二期末]
When discussions are getting heated, divisions on opinions potentially lead to some awkward moments. This causes many of us to struggle with how to convince people to change their minds and how to argue our side effectively. Unfortunately, we’ve already become quite divided.
One study showed that when people receive information against their beliefs, their brains aren’t as active as when they receive information that confirms their beliefs. Humans have a well-documented bias (偏见) called the “confirmation bias”, which is a tendency to seek out information that confirms our existing views and to avoid information that disconfirms them.
Throwing data at people isn’t at all effective in changing minds and especially hearts. Instead, people just find it super annoying. Luckily, research has provided some guidance on best practices, and, not surprisingly, they all suggest what our parents have been telling us for decades: you catch more flies with honey than with vinegar. In fact, it turns out that instead of citing why you are right and someone else is wrong in a heated conversation, one of the most effective strategies you can use for changing someone’s mind is to find areas where you agree.
Another thing we can do is be open to other perspectives (观点). We can start by acknowledging our own confirmation bias and making a conscious effort to override it. We can also try to take other people’s perspectives. And better yet—ask them for it. Ask them why they feel the way they do and what would change their mind. Be open to admitting that you could be wrong and make it easy for others to admit their own mistakes.
Finally, make new friends—friends that are different from you. Make your bias a disconfirmation bias;in other words, when you have an opinion on something, don’t just read information that confirms it. Instead, make an effort to find information that could potentially prove you wrong. If you were right all along, this exercise would only make your arguments stronger. If you were wrong, your mind would have been opened up to new ideas. Either way, this kind of open-mindedness will give you a brand-new perspective on life, and you might even make some unlikely new friends in the process.
( )32.Which can illustrate “confirmation bias”
A.We tend to welcome different ideas.
B.We accept messages from the others.
C.We argue against points of disagreement.
D.We prefer information in line with our views.
( )33.What does the underlined word “honey”in Paragraph 3 refer to
A.Following advice.
B.Sharing common ground.
C.Admitting mistakes.
D.Blocking different ideas.
( )34.How can we benefit from our bias according to the last paragraph
A.By letting go of our own opinion.
B.By making arguments more reliable.
C.By opening up minds to new friends.
D.By securing information opposite to ours.
( )35.What is the best title of the text
A.How to negotiate with others
B.Why it’s so hard to change hearts and minds
C.How to shift minds in polarized communication
D.Why open-mindedness is effective in conversations
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
[2024·广州两校高二期末联考]
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。
Have you considered how to choose your major in university, which is of great significance for your future career Here is some practical advice.
Initially, don’t choose a major merely based on money; otherwise mistakes will happen. 36. Can you see yourself investing the next 40 years in this career without getting bored Actually choosing a major with high-paying careers won’t guarantee you a high-paying job. It depends on openings and your competitors when you graduate.
37. You want to pick something that interests you, but you need to be sure you won’t get sick of it as time progresses. 38. A hobby is a pursuit outside one’s regular occupation for relaxation while a passion comforts you and drives you crazy at the same time. It isn’t relaxing. It inserts itself into your life. When you choose to study your hobby and build your life around it, it can lose its appeal and won’t be relaxing.
Thirdly, never choose a major by feeling instead of research. Being interested in a major isn’t enough. Researching the field will ensure you choose a right major. If you know someone in the field, ask them for some information. Besides, consider the entire journey you’ll pursue—the coursework, the major demands, the school time you’ll need, and the available job prospects. 39.
Lastly, don’t always depend on your parents. 40. However, the choice is ultimately yours. If anyone wants to help you in choosing a major and you completely agree with their opinions, then go with it. But if you want your future to go in any other direction, speak up. The only way to get the best outcome is to shape your own future.
A.Next, a hobby is never meant to be your priority.
B.The opinions of your family aren’t something to ignore.
C.Besides, keep a balance between hobbies and relaxation.
D.Typically, people will confuse their hobbies with their passions.
E.You should also consider your passions, dislikes and happiness.
F.Remember college is an investment of both your time and money.
G.If you’re passionate about a major after research, follow your heart.
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·河北石家庄高二期末]
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。
One of my major life-turning points happened during my exchange study in Finland. At the University of Economics in Prague where I studied, it was extremely 41 to get on an Erasmus exchange trip abroad since the demand was 42 . Everyone wanted to go!
Regardless, I decided to sign up early for my last semester, just to see what the process was like to be better prepared for 43 again in a year. I did make it through all the three rounds and 44 got a spot at a university in Turku, Finland! I was 45 . The success brought its own 46 , but once you set your eyes on the goal, nothing can stop you.
And I had the time of my life in Finland. I met the most amazing people, travelled a ton, partied a lot, and 47 with friends from all over the world. 48 I was one of the few people there who really needed to pass all the courses and additionally write the papers, I 49 to run on an impossible sleep schedule of four hours per night. But I 50 it! My study in Finland opened up my 51 , too.
After the exchange study, I 52 my life in Finland. This adventure led me to choose a life of 53 made up of remote work and plenty of travelling. I couldn’t have asked for a better 54 . And it gave me one of my favourite 55 that I can now share with others.
( )41.A.ridiculous B.significant
C.impossible D.difficult
( )42.A.huge B.flexible
C.temporary D.random
( )43.A.distributing B.acquiring
C.applying D.performing
( )44.A.obviously B.importantly
C.immediately D.surprisingly
( )45.A.disappointed B.confused
C.excited D.embarrassed
( )46.A.reactions B.challenges
C.opportunities D.achievements
( )47.A.competed B.bonded
C.conflicted D.agreed
( )48.A.Now that B.Even if
C.In case D.So long as
( )49.A.happened B.managed
C.presumed D.hesitated
( )50.A.ignored B.dismissed
C.made D.expected
( )51.A.horizons B.companies
C.responsibilities D.organizations
( )52.A.wrapped up B.picked up
C.held up D.brought up
( )53.A.experiment B.employment
C.discipline D.freedom
( )54.A.salary B.outcome
C.position D.profession
( )55.A.traditions B.fictions
C.experiences D.legends
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
[2024·河南许昌高二期末]
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 Xishuangbanna National Nature Reserve in south-west China has long been known 56. its biodiversity. While the jungles there provide rich sources of food and water, they also pose life threats to animals living there. The local Asian elephants, for instance, might fail 57. (survive) in the wilderness in cases of severe injury or illness if no one came to their rescue in time.
The Asian elephants, 58. are under first-class national protection in China, are 59. (main) found in Yunnan. Wildlife conservation workers have devoted themselves to improving the welfare of 60. species. In November 2008, they established the Asian Elephant Breeding and Rescue Centre. The facility now functions as a shelter for wild Asian elephants across the region. With the help of a 61. (profession) elephant caregiver team, elephants 62. (save) by the Centre have recovered well. Every day, the caregivers stay with the elephants for more than ten hours, 63. (monitor) their health and bringing them to the jungles so that they can re-familiarize themselves with the wild.
What the elephant caregivers are doing 64. (be) a microcosm (缩影) of China’s environmental commitment. Through the country’s increasing conservation efforts, the wild Asian elephant population in Yunnan 65. (rise) from about 150 to over 300 in the last 30 years.
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分) [2024·重庆八校联考高二期末]
假定你是高二学生李华,受校英文报委托写一篇活动报道,报道上周六你校高二学生参加的由学生会组织的以“多多栽树,绿化校园”(More trees, greener school)为主题的植树活动。内容包括:
1.活动时间、地点;
2.活动内容;
3.活动意义。
注意:1.词数80个左右;
2.可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
More trees, greener school
第二节(满分25分) [2024·湖北武汉高二期末]
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。
As Papá fell sound asleep, Catalina slid from her bed and felt her way to the front door. The girl waited a moment to see if any of her family would wake up, but nobody stirred. She tiptoed upstairs to her “Observatory”, longing for drinking in deep lungfuls of the clear night air under the bright stars.
She polished her dear telescope, which was presented by her grandpa, the only one to support her dream. She assembled (组装) it, disassembled it and reassembled it repeatedly, knowing its parts very well.
Through it she could explore the unknown galaxy, the Milky Way stretching across the deep blue sky. Night was always her favourite time. When everything was quiet, she was lost in her starry night. At this moment, she seemed to forget her cares and sorrows in the daytime.
She told her secret dream to these beloved ones, her friends, teachers and even her father. When she said, “Papá, I want to be an astronomer working in the Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory someday,” her father replied, “Maybe if you work hard, you’ll be hired to clean the offices.” No one believed she would be a scientist one day. But why She knew she could be a good scientist. She knew it!
A big day was coming—to visit the Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory, where she had visited for dozens of times, familiar with every set of the instruments there. This time with her classmates she was still eager for something stimulating.
She took a cautious step forward, holding her breath, her eyes getting closer to the lens (镜片) of the telescope. She adjusted the device softly and carefully, hoping to find more. “Bang!” suddenly there came a loud noise. One of her old friends “one-metre” telescope fell down, broken.
“Look out! Stop touching anything! Step backward!” the manager yelled.
“One-metre is broken, but the scientist has the day off. Nobody can fix it,” an operator added. Worries blanketed the hall.
“I CAN FIX IT,” Catalina’s voice was surprisingly calm.
“You what ” the manager uttered, confused and doubtful.
“It has 67 parts in total. An adjustable spanner (扳手) and a star screwdriver (螺丝刀) can help.”
“Then you know how to assemble it.” His eyes wide open, he still half believed.
Confidently, she nodded.
注意:续写词数应为150个左右。
Paragraph 1:
Hesitating for a second, the manager agreed, “Just do it, and I’ll take all responsibilities.”
Paragraph 2:
Thunderous applause erupted and rocked the hall.
