贵州省贵阳市第一中学2025-2026学年高二上学期开学考试英语试卷（含解析，无听力音频有听力原文）

遵义市第四中学 2025-2026 学年高二上学期开学检测英语试卷
一、听力选择题（本大题共 10 小题）
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How will the woman probably go to the cinema
By car. B. By subway. C. By taxi.
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Why can’t the boy eat up his food
Because his food is not tasty.
Because he doesn’t like cookies.
Because he had some snacks before dinner.
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What are the speakers talking about
Wildlife protection. B. The man’s hobby. C. A TV show.
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What will the man do in the afternoon
Meet Miss Lee. B. Have a meeting. C. Make a phone call.
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What is the probable relationship between the speakers
Shop assistant and customer. B. Guide and visitor. C. Mother and son.
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What frightens the man
Darkness. B. Heights. C. Lifts.
When did the man start to be afraid
At age seven. B. At age ten. C. At age fifteen.
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What happened to the boy
He fell under the weather. B. He was late for school. C. He skipped breakfast.
What will the woman do first
Cook some noodles. B. Call the doctor. C. Make some tea.
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10 What confuses the woman about her purchase
Its discount. B. Its supplier. C. Its quality.
What will the man give to the woman
A new watch. B. A letter of apology. C. Some money.
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Why does the woman hesitate about joining the man at first
She is too busy. B. She prefers to relax at home. C. She doesn’t want to get up early.
What does the man plan to do on Sunday
Climb mountains. B. Go camping. C. Read a book.
What did the woman think of her trip to the beach
It was interesting. B. It was comfortable. C. It was disappointing.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
How many areas does Ghibli Park include
A. 3. B. 5. C. 8.
Which area houses the Robot Soldier from Castle in the Sky
Ghibli’s Grand Warehouse.
Hill of Youth.
Dondoko Forest.
When does the park start to sell tickets online
On August 1st. B. On August 10th. C. On November 1st.
What do we know about the tickets for Ghibli’s Grand Warehouse
They’re free for children.
They’re the cheapest of all the areas.
They’re cheaper on weekdays.
二、阅读理解（本大题共 5 小题）
A
These local hot spots put the “win” in winter
Roasting s’mores at Backyard Bar
It’s a dream backyard that encourages sitting outside with a glass of wine, ignoring the evening chill.
Open Wednesday through Sunday. S’mores $12, cocktails $12-$14. (Warning: When the temperatures get close to freezing, outdoor service may be stopped. )
Discover a comedian at Hotbug
If you need to hear a few jokes, head to underground comedy, a stand-up show case held five nights each week at Hotbug.
Underground Comedy takes place Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 8 p. m. and Fridays and Saturdays at 11:30 p. m. Free.
Watch indoor movies for all ages at Metrobar
Free outdoor movies have been a loved communal activity in D. C. for decades, but uncertain weather means that most series tend to wrap up before Labor day. But Metrobar, the outdoor bar is best known for the out-of-service Metro car sitting in the heart of its beer garden.
Sundays at 3 p. m. Metrobar. Free.
Have a sound bath at Eaton
It may seem like the last place you’d expect to find your happiness, but not if Artis Moon is your host. Each Thursday night, the healing guide takes over the yoga room at the Eaton wellness center.
Thursdays at 7 p. m. Eaton,. $30.
Watch the poets spit rhymes at Busboys and Poets
The Busboys and Poets’ 14th Street location feels like a warm embrace. Try your hand at a verse (章节) or a song or a five-minute set of stand-up comedy. There is no friendlier crowd.
Tuesdays at 8 p. m. Busboys and Poets. $5. See Busboys and Poets’website for the full schedule.
If you arrive at this city on Wednesday with the temperatures getting close to freezing, which hot spot would be available
A. Backyard Bar. B. Hotbug. C. Metrobar D. Eaton.
What can you do at Busboys and Poets
Listen to comedy for free. B. Watch movies for free.
C. Practice yoga. D. Try playing stand-up comedy.
Where is the text probably taken from
A market research report. B. A magazine column.
C. An online news report. D. An official document.
B
How can humans become immortal (永生的) You might have only seen the idea of uploading the human brain to a digital cloud in science fiction movies. Elon Musk, Tesla CEO, has already done so. The secret was revealed when a question posted on Twitter caught his attention.
“If you could upload your brain to the cloud, and talk to a virtual version of yourself, would you be buddies ” Musk replied on July 19,“Already did it.” The reply indicated that Musk’s brain-computer interface (接口) company, Neuralink, had already realized the technology, according to Xinhua.
Neuralink was founded by Musk in 2016. The company focuses on brain-computer interface technology which is used to connect the brain to a digital network. It is developing devices for the treatment of patients with neurological disorders (神经障碍). In other words, the company aims to create links between mind and machine, according to Psychology Today.
So how do brain-computer interfaces work Computers designed to learn the patterns of neural activity are used to extract information from human brains. For example, if a person imagines picking up a book, the computer would then learn to identify how the brain gives that command. Next, the computer would send the signal to the machine, which would then move a robotic arm to reach for the book.
Uploading a brain is only part of Musk’s plan. He revealed to Insider that his goal is to download human consciousness into robots. Just like how our memories are stored in mobile phones through pictures and videos, Musk imagines that our brains—not only how we think, but also our personalities and habits—can be diverted into robots.
In this way, even after our bodies decay (腐朽), our brains are preserved. Some experts believe that this could be
achievable one day, but the timeline is unclear.“The most wildly optimistic predictions place mind uploading within a few decades, but I would not be surprised if it took centuries,” wrote Michael S. A.Graziano, a professor at Princeton University, in a Wall Street Journal essay.
What does Neuralink focus on
Studying how to connect the brain to computers.
Offering a new means of communication.
Revealing secrets concerning brains.
Helping people live forever.
What do we know about the brain-computer interface technology
It has been widely used in the treatment of patients with neurological disorders.
It would soon be able to download human consciousness into robots.
It was inspired by a tough question posted on Twitter.
It allows users to move objects with their minds.
What does the underlined word “diverted” in the last paragraph mean
Divided. B. Changed.
C. Sent. D. Expanded.
What is the text mainly about
An advanced technology.
An outstanding inventor.
A shocking news story.
A scientific study.
C
In recent years, a new trend has emerged among young travelers in Japan who are increasingly opting for “off- the-beaten-path” destinations instead of flocking to famous tourist spots. This phenomenon, known as counter- tourism, is gaining popularity as it offers tourists a chance to explore quieter and less commercialized areas.
Data from a major online travel agency reveals that bookings for accommodations in lesser-known towns increased by 25% year-on-year during the holiday season. Moreover, reservations for boutique hotels in these locations surged by at least fivefold. Lesser-known attractions saw significant growth, with some reporting over 20% more visitors compared to the previous year. For example, the serene countryside of Shimane Prefecture welcomed approximately 30,000 visitors over seven days, marking a 17% increase year-over-year.
Travelers are choosing these quieter locales not only to avoid crowded places but also to enjoy lower costs and experience genuine local culture. In contrast to popular tourist hotspots, which can be overly commercialized, these hidden gems offer more authentic experiences and natural encounters. Additionally, changes in travel preferences reflect a growing desire among tourists for deeper relaxation and meaningful engagement with their surroundings.
The ongoing impact of environmental concerns and sustainability efforts also plays a role in this shift. Travelers are becoming more conscious of their ecological footprint and prefer destinations that promote sustainable tourism practices. As a result, they are more likely to choose eco-friendly accommodations and activities.
An editorial in the Tokyo Times noted that the rise of counter-tourism could have positive implications for both
tourists and the industry. It encourages diversity in travel options and forces traditional tourist hubs to innovate and improve their offerings. More importantly, it helps distribute economic benefits more evenly across different regions.
Professor Sato, a tourism expert, suggests that to fully capitalize on this trend, greater emphasis should be placed on developing unique local experiences and promoting lesser-known cultural heritage sites. Highlighting regional traditions and fostering community involvement are key strategies for enhancing the appeal of off-the-beaten-path destinations.
What do the statistics in paragraph 2 indicate
A The success of travel agencies in Japan.
The profitability of hotels during holidays.
The contribution of tourism to the economy.
The rising trend of counter-tourism in Japan.
What is the fundamental reason behind the emergence of counter-tourism
Environmental awareness.
Changing travel preferences.
Lower travel costs.
Lack of innovation in well-known attractions.
How does the Tokyo Times view counter-tourism
It will decline as environmental concerns diminish.
It benefits both tourists and the tourism market.
It enhances the spread of local culture to tourists.
It hinders the development of popular tourist spots.
According to Professor Sato, what advice is given for developing the tourism market
Improving infrastructure in tourist areas.
Enhancing management rules for tourist attractions.
Exploring the potential and uniqueness of lesser-known attractions.
Promoting local characteristics through social media
D
Life in the Clear
Transparent animals let light pass through their bodies the same way light passes through a window. These animals typically live between the surface of the ocean and a depth of about 3,300 feet---as far as most light can
reach. Most of them are extremely delicate and can be damaged by a simple touch. Sonke Johnsen, a scientist in biology, says, “These animals live through their life alone. They never touch anything unless they’re eating it, or unless something is eating them.”
And they are as clear as glass. How does an animal become see-through It s trickier than you might think. The objects around you are visible because they interact with light. Light typically travels in a straight line.
But some materials slow and scatter (散射) light, bouncing it away from its original path. Others absorb light,
stopping it dead in its tracks. Both scattering and absorption make an object look different from other objects
around it, so you can see it easily.
But a transparent object doesn’t absorb or scatter light, at least not very much. Light can pass through it without bending or stopping. That means a transparent object doesn’t look very different from the surrounding air or water. You don’t see it you see the things behind it.
To become transparent, an animal needs to keep its body from absorbing or scattering light. Living materials can stop light because they contain pigments (色素) that absorb specific colors of light. But a transparent animal doesn’t have pigments, so its tissues won’t absorb light. According to Johnsen, avoiding absorption is actually easy. The real challenge is preventing light from scattering.
Animals are built of many different materials---skin, fat, and more---and light moves through each at a different speed. Every time light moves into a material with a new speed, it bends and scatters. Transparent animals use different tricks to fight scattering. Some animals are simply very small or extremely flat. Without much tissue to scatter light, it is easier to be see-through. Others build a large, clear mass of non-living jelly-like (果冻状的)
material and spread themselves over it.
Larger transparent animals have the biggest challenge, because they have to make all the different tissues in their bodies slow down light exactly as much as water does. They need to look uniform. But how they’re doing it is still unknown. One thing is clear: for these larger animals, staying transparent is an active process. When they die, they turn a non-transparent milky white.
According to Paragraph 1,transparent animals .
stay in groups B. can be easily damaged
C. appear only in deep ocean D. are beautiful creatures
31 The underlined word “dead” in Paragraph 3 means .
A. silently B. gradually
C. regularly D. completely
One way for an animal to become transparent is to .
change the direction of light travel B. gather materials to scatter light
C. avoid the absorption of light D. grow bigger to stop light
The last paragraph tells us that larger transparent animals .
move more slowly in deep water
stay see-through even after death
produce more tissues for their survival
take effective action to reduce light spreading
Many people have such a friend — one who understands and empathizes with them; one who always knows what to say when they are upset; one who they feel comfortable unburdening themselves to. Chances are that the friend has a high emotional quotient (EQ). So what is an EQ 34
EQ is also called “emotional intelligence”, which has both interpersonal and intrapersonal aspects. On the interpersonal side, emotionally intelligent people can identify others’ feelings. 35 On an intrapersonal level,
they can understand their own strengths and weaknesses. They don’t let themselves be discouraged by mistakes, but they take responsibility for them.
There are many benefits emotionally intelligent people can enjoy. 36 This not only helps with making
friends and building business relationships, but also helps with building more meaningful relationships that could last for life. Additionally, those with high EQs are better at adapting to life’s chances and can handle stressful situations with more grace.
37 First, an analysis of studies demonstrates that creative and self-confident innovators may be more
individualistic and therefore have a lower EQ. On the other hand, it’s possible to improve emotional intelligence. Reflect on your reactions during challenging moments and adopt constructive suggestions without becoming upset at criticism.
In conclusion, emotional intelligence is a valuable skill that can enhance every aspect of life. By developing one’s ability to understand and manage emotions, a person can face challenges flexibly. 38 You will likely
see great improvements in yourself.
Also they understand the source of those feelings.
One is that they can make good connections with others.
You should learn to react to your strong feelings correctly.
This prevents emotional decisions in the heat of the moment.
However, if you are not emotionally intelligent, there’s some good news.
It is a measure of one’s ability to perceive, respond to, and regulate emotions.
So, actively develop and apply emotional intelligence to fully benefit from it.
三、完形填空（本大题共 1 小题）
I didn’t possess (拥有) any of that pioneer spirit of exploring the unknown. Besides, the long journey would take 39 for transportation, accommodations and meals. Unless someone paid for all those 40 items,
that road trip wasn’t happening anytime soon. But I always imagined 41 being at all the places.
I had only read about in books. One day, I noticed a brochure 42 a teacher creativity fellowship (团队)
program for the summer. This fellowship was for teachers like me who had taught for a number of years and needed a(n) 43 passion for continuing our teaching career. I read over the 44 of the program. One of
the examples 45 traveling to domestic (国内的) locations to study literature and history.
Not expecting any 46 , I went ahead and mailed my 47 . Then, reality hit me. Two months later,
I learned I was one of eighty 48 from hundreds of applicants.
With a(n) 49 on the outside and fear on the inside, I 50 packing and booking hotels near the sites
I wished to visit. I started on my travels the next morning with a new purpose in each step.
Yes, I 51 my adventure and continued using all I learned in my long teaching career. Ever since that trip,
I have traveled to 52 locations and given lectures about my fellowship and my life has changed due to a
brave 53 .
39. A. money B. security C. respect D. experience
40. A. efficient B. necessary C. potential D. convenient
41. A. barely B. gradually C. normally D. actually
42. A. seeking B. warning C. detecting D. advertising
43. A. rare B. mild C. new D. limited
44. A. conclusion B. structure C. feature D. content
45. A. mentioned B. opposed C. repeated D. resisted
46. A. plot B. success C. delay D. hesitation
47. A. essay B. draft C. application D. bill
48. A. investigated B. removed C. selected D. adjusted
49. A. smile B. tear C. anxiety D. concern
50. A. set about B. called on C. brought about D. insisted on
51. A. finished B. ceased C. switched D. prohibited
52. A. abnormal B. unfamiliar C. instant D. unavailable
53. A. escape B. encounter C. attempt D. appointment
四、语法填空（本大题共 1 小题）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入 1 个适当的单词或用括号内单词的正确形式填空。
We are currently living in an exciting time full of amazing 54 (discovery) in science and technology.
Some 55 (especial) important technologies that we use today are the Internet and artificial intelligence,
without 56 the smartphone would not be possible. A typical smartphone 57 (place) in the time
capsule already for people in the future to see.
The smartphone is 58 relatively new invention, but these days people could hardly live without it. It
is extremely important to most people 59 it makes our lives more interesting and convenient. People use
the smartphone 60 many things besides messaging and calling, such as surfing the Internet, 61
(shop) online and using virtual directions. There are also a lot of photos on it about people’s daily life, such as the food people eat, the clothes people wear and the sport people play. People in the future will have a 62
(balanced) life with technology than that nowadays. People today rely too much on it. While people do not want to lose the advantages smartphones and other technologies bring, it would be nice for people 63 (spend) a
bit less time using them.
五、书信写作（本大题共 1 小题）
64. 假设你是李华，你们班计划与英国联谊学校的某个班级进行一场在线交流，商量“中英高中生短视频创作交流”的活动设计策划方案，请你代表班级写一封邮件给对方班长 Hans，内容包括：
告知相关事宜(时间、内容)；
征求意见(确定短视频主题，时长，内容方向，评选环节等)。注意：
写作词数应为 80 左右；
可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。 Dear Hans,
Yours,
Li Hua
六、书面表达（本大题共 1 小题）
65. 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。
Amy and I had been best friends since primary school and spent almost every day with each other. Sometimes, other children said we were no fun because we were both very academic(学术的) and liked to study, but we liked it that way. Both of us were very hard-working and always got good grades at school.
I thought we would be like this forever, however, our friendship was on the rocks recently.
One Monday we had a surprise math quiz. I thought it was quite easy and was not worried about the results.
I must have sounded very proud of myself after the quiz, saying how easy it was and how I was sure to get a good grade. And many classmates looked at me with admiration.
The next day after class, my math teacher told me that I had the lowest grade in the class! I felt so ashamed and couldn’t believe it; I must be really stupid to fail a simple math quiz!
Afterwards, I pretended to be cheerful and greeted others with a smile as usual, but Amy sensed something was wrong.
We went to wash our hands in the girls’ washroom before lunch. She patted me on the shoulder and asked me what happened. Seeing her concerned look, I had to admit how badly I had done in the math quiz. I begged her not to tell anyone else, and couldn’t help sobbing (啜泣). She held me tightly, saying she would keep my secret, and cheered me up.
However, the next day, I noticed that my classmates were staring at me as I came into math class, when I went to sit down, I was shocked to find a piece of paper on my desk that said, “...Stupid Sarah got a D!” I was so upset that I felt like crying.
注意：
续写词数应为 150 左右；
请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Then I began to cry, wondering who let out my secret—was it Amy
When hearing the truth from Alice I was shocked and couldn’t wait to find Amy to apologize.
遵义市第四中学 2025-2026 学年高二上学期开学检测英语试卷
一、听力选择题（本大题共 10 小题）
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How will the woman probably go to the cinema
By car. B. By subway. C. By taxi.
【答案】B
【解析】
【原文】W: I’d like to drive to the cinema, but my sister is using the car tonight. M: Haven’t you thought of the subway
W: Good idea. Then, there’s no need to call a taxi.
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Why can’t the boy eat up his food
Because his food is not tasty.
Because he doesn’t like cookies.
Because he had some snacks before dinner.
【答案】C
【解析】
【原文】W: You have to finish your dinner before you leave the table. M: But, Mum, I can’t eat anymore. I’m full.
W: What’s the matter It doesn’t taste good
M: It’s not that I don’t like your cooking, but I ate some cookies before we had dinner.
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What are the speakers talking about
Wildlife protection. B. The man’s hobby. C. A TV show.
【答案】C
【解析】
【原文】W: So do you like watching Crikey! It’s the Irwins
M: Yes. I began watching it last year. And I immediately fell in love with this reality TV show. I can learn a lot about wildlife. I think every kid should watch it.
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What will the man do in the afternoon
Meet Miss Lee. B. Have a meeting. C. Make a phone call.
【答案】B
【解析】
【原文】W: Morning, Mr. Smith. Miss Lee telephoned and she asked if you would be able to meet her this afternoon.
M: Sorry, but I’ll have a meeting then. Please tell me her phone number and I’ll explain it to her right now.
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What is the probable relationship between the speakers
Shop assistant and customer. B. Guide and visitor. C. Mother and son.
【答案】A
【解析】
【原文】M: This is your orange juice, madam.
W: Thank you. By the way, why don’t you sell hot chocolate when the weather is cold
M: Good idea Can you email your ideas to me My email address is 15121995@. And don’t forget to
visit our website. It’s www..
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
What frightens the man
Darkness. B. Heights. C. Lifts.
When did the man start to be afraid
At age seven. B. At age ten. C. At age fifteen.
【答案】6. C 7. B
【解析】
【原文】M: You know, I’ll do anything to avoid lifts. W: Including taking the stairs to the seventh floor
M: Oh, yes. Or more. Exercise isn’t a bad thing. However high the buildings are, I won’t go in them. W: Do you know why they frighten you so much
M: I got trapped in a lift when I was ten. There was a power cut. I was all alone in it for about fifteen minutes, but it seemed like an hour. I suppose I should get treatment for it.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
8. What happened to the boy
A. He fell under the weather. B. He was late for school. C. He skipped breakfast.
9. What will the woman do first
A. Cook some noodles. B. Call the doctor. C. Make some tea.
【答案】8. A 9. C
【解析】
【原文】M: Mom, I’m sick. My throat hurts and I have a stomachache. Can I stay at home this morning W: I’ll ask for sick leave for you. Maybe you ate something bad. What did you eat last night
M: Just the noodles you cooked. But I don’t think there is any problem with the noodles. Dad and Emily ate them too.
W: Yeah, no one else is sick, so it’s not that. I’ll make you some tea with honey now. And then I will call the doctor.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
What confuses the woman about her purchase
Its discount. B. Its supplier. C. Its quality.
What will the man give to the woman
A new watch. B. A letter of apology. C. Some money.
【答案】10. A 11. C
【解析】
【原文】W: Excuse me, I’m looking for the manager. I bought a watch in the shop. But I have some questions about the purchase.
M: I am the manager of the shop. What can I do for you, madam
W: I bought the watch yesterday. I’m confused that I didn’t get the discount that you were advertising. I thought that it would be 25% off! What went wrong, sir
M: Let me have a look. It was checked out on Register four. Heather is in charge of that. She is new here, so she probably didn’t know about the sale. I’m sorry about that. I’ll fix the problem right away and pay you some cash.
W: Thanks, sir.
M: You are welcome.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
Why does the woman hesitate about joining the man at first
She is too busy. B. She prefers to relax at home. C. She doesn’t want to get up early.
What does the man plan to do on Sunday
Climb mountains. B. Go camping. C. Read a book.
What did the woman think of her trip to the beach
It was interesting. B. It was comfortable. C. It was disappointing.
【答案】12. A 13. B 14. C
【解析】
【原文】M: So, have you decided whether you’re joining me this weekend W: I’m still not sure. My work schedule has been pretty tight lately.
M: I believe you can finish all your work by Friday, Honestly, you really need some rest. I’ve noticed that you always stay at home on weekends. Why not go and play outside I’ve planned some fun activities. On the first day, I will climb Seafell Pike. And the next day, I will arrange a camping trip.
W: Sounds wonderful. But I’m not keen on packed places. The last time I went to the beach, I planned to lie there and read a book. However, it was so full that I couldn’t even find a spot to sit, I should never have gone there — it was a total waste of time.
M: We can go early to avoid that.
W: Okay. I’ll give it a try. But you know, Mrs. Brown often gives us last-minute tasks, especially on Fridays. I can’t give you my word.
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How many areas does Ghibli Park include
A. 3. B. 5. C. 8.
Which area houses the Robot Soldier from Castle in the Sky
Ghibli’s Grand Warehouse.
Hill of Youth.
Dondoko Forest.
When does the park start to sell tickets online
On August 1st. B. On August 10th. C. On November 1st.
What do we know about the tickets for Ghibli’s Grand Warehouse
They’re free for children.
They’re the cheapest of all the areas.
They’re cheaper on weekdays.
【答案】15. B 16. A 17. B 18. C
【解析】
【原文】W: Ghibli Park will open on November 1 in Japan. When it opens, three of the five planned areas will be ready. The main area is Ghibli’s Grand Warehouse. It has restaurants, cinemas, shops and rooms for Ghibli works exhibits. Among which the robot soldier from Castle in the Sky is expected to be the most popular. The second and
third areas are hill of youth and Dondoko Forest. They also have many special spots. For example, hill of youth features the earth house from listening to the side. From the balcony, you can have a whole view of the park.
Tickets are available online as of August 10th for dates beginning November 19. Reservations are required as there will not be day of tickets sold. You must buy separate tickets for each attraction you want to visit. The most expensive of the three is Ghibli’s Grand Warehouse. Tickets cost 2000 Yen for adults, 1000 Yen for children on weekdays. On weekends and holidays, that price is 2500 Yen for adults, 1500 Yen for kids.
二、阅读理解（本大题共 5 小题）
A
These local hot spots put the “win” in winter
Roasting s’mores at Backyard Bar
It’s a dream backyard that encourages sitting outside with a glass of wine, ignoring the evening chill.
Open Wednesday through Sunday. S’mores $12, cocktails $12-$14. (Warning: When the temperatures get close to freezing, outdoor service may be stopped. )
Discover a comedian at Hotbug
If you need to hear a few jokes, head to underground comedy, a stand-up show case held five nights each week at Hotbug.
Underground Comedy takes place Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 8 p. m. and Fridays and Saturdays at 11:30 p. m. Free.
Watch indoor movies for all ages at Metrobar
Free outdoor movies have been a loved communal activity in D. C. for decades, but uncertain weather means
that most series tend to wrap up before Labor day. But Metrobar, the outdoor bar is best known for the out-of-service Metro car sitting in the heart of its beer garden.
Sundays at 3 p. m. Metrobar. Free.
Have a sound bath at Eaton
It may seem like the last place you’d expect to find your happiness, but not if Artis Moon is your host. Each Thursday night, the healing guide takes over the yoga room at the Eaton wellness center.
Thursdays at 7 p. m. Eaton,. $30.
Watch the poets spit rhymes at Busboys and Poets
The Busboys and Poets’ 14th Street location feels like a warm embrace. Try your hand at a verse (章节) or a song or a five-minute set of stand-up comedy. There is no friendlier crowd.
Tuesdays at 8 p. m. Busboys and Poets. $5. See Busboys and Poets’website for the full schedule.
If you arrive at this city on Wednesday with the temperatures getting close to freezing, which hot spot would be available
A. Backyard Bar. B. Hotbug. C. Metrobar D. Eaton.
What can you do at Busboys and Poets
Listen to comedy for free. B. Watch movies for free.
C. Practice yoga. D. Try playing stand-up comedy.
Where is the text probably taken from
A market research report. B. A magazine column.
C. An online news report. D. An official document.
【答案】19. B 20. D 21. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是应用文。文章主要介绍了冬季的一些热门活动地点。
【19 题详解】
细节理解题。根据每个景点的开放日期可知，周三开放的只有 1. Roasting s’mores at Backyard Bar 和 2. Discover a comedian at Hotbug，根据 1. Roasting s’mores at Backyard Bar 部分中的“Open Wednesday through Sunday. S’mores 12, cocktails 12-$14. (Warning: When the temperatures get close to freezing, outdoor service
may be stopped. )(周三至周日开放。S'mores 12 美元，鸡尾酒 12-14 美元。（警告：当气温接近冰点时，室外服务可能会停止。）)”和 2. Discover a comedian at Hotbug 部分中的“Underground Comedy takes place Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 8 p. m. and Fridays and Saturdays at 11:30 p. m. Free.(地下喜剧每周三、
周四和周日晚上 8 点上演，周五和周六晚上 11:30 免费上演。)”可知，如果你周三抵达这座城市，气温已接近冰点，你可以去 Hotbug 这个城市，故选 B。
【20 题详解】
细节理解题。根据 5. Watch the poets spit rhymes at Busboys and Poets 部分中的“Try your hand at a verse (章节) or a song or a five-minute set of stand-up comedy. (尝试一下章节、一首歌曲或五分钟的单口喜剧。)”可知，在 Busboys and Poets 你可以试着表演单口喜剧，故选 D。
【21 题详解】
推理判断题。根据标题“These local hot spots put the “win” in winter(这些当地热点在冬季取得“胜利”)”及全文可知，文章主要介绍了冬季的一些热门活动地点，包括在 Backyard Bar 享用烤棉花糖和鸡尾酒，在 Hotbug 举办的底下喜剧表演，在 Metrobar 举办的 户外电影放映，在 Eaton 举办的音疗浴和 Busboys and Poets 举办的诗歌朗诵活动可知，这些活动都是在冬季时可以享受的有趣的娱乐项目，由此可推知，这篇
文章会出现在杂志专栏，故选 B。
B
How can humans become immortal (永生的) You might have only seen the idea of uploading the human brain to a digital cloud in science fiction movies. Elon Musk, Tesla CEO, has already done so. The secret was revealed when a question posted on Twitter caught his attention.
“If you could upload your brain to the cloud, and talk to a virtual version of yourself, would you be buddies ” Musk replied on July 19,“Already did it.” The reply indicated that Musk’s brain-computer interface (接口) company, Neuralink, had already realized the technology, according to Xinhua.
Neuralink was founded by Musk in 2016. The company focuses on brain-computer interface technology which is used to connect the brain to a digital network. It is developing devices for the treatment of patients with neurological disorders (神经障碍). In other words, the company aims to create links between mind and machine, according to Psychology Today.
So how do brain-computer interfaces work Computers designed to learn the patterns of neural activity are used to extract information from human brains. For example, if a person imagines picking up a book, the computer would then learn to identify how the brain gives that command. Next, the computer would send the signal to the machine, which would then move a robotic arm to reach for the book.
Uploading a brain is only part of Musk’s plan. He revealed to Insider that his goal is to download human consciousness into robots. Just like how our memories are stored in mobile phones through pictures and videos, Musk imagines that our brains—not only how we think, but also our personalities and habits—can be diverted into robots.
In this way, even after our bodies decay (腐朽), our brains are preserved. Some experts believe that this could be achievable one day, but the timeline is unclear.“The most wildly optimistic predictions place mind uploading within a few decades, but I would not be surprised if it took centuries,” wrote Michael S. A.Graziano, a professor at Princeton
University, in a Wall Street Journal essay.
What does Neuralink focus on
Studying how to connect the brain to computers.
Offering a new means of communication.
Revealing secrets concerning brains.
Helping people live forever.
What do we know about the brain-computer interface technology
It has been widely used in the treatment of patients with neurological disorders.
It would soon be able to download human consciousness into robots.
It was inspired by a tough question posted on Twitter.
It allows users to move objects with their minds.
What does the underlined word “diverted” in the last paragraph mean
A. Divided. B. Changed.
C. Sent. D. Expanded.
25. What is the text mainly about
A. An advanced technology.
B. An outstanding inventor.
C. A shocking news story.
D. A scientific study.
【答案】22. A 23. D 24. C 25. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了一项新的研究成果，特斯拉首席执行官埃隆·马斯克的公司
Neuralink 已经实现了脑机接口技术。
【22 题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“Neuralink was founded by Musk in 2016. The company focuses on brain-computer interface technology which is used to connect the brain to a digital network. (Neuralink 由马斯克于 2016 年创立。该公司专注于脑机接口技术，这项技术用于将大脑与数字网络连接起来。)”可知，Neuralink 专注于
研究如何将大脑与计算机（数字网络）连接，故选 A 项。
【23 题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段“For example, if a person imagines picking up a book, the computer would then learn to identify how the brain gives that command. Next, the computer would send the signal to the machine, which would then move a robotic arm to reach for the book. (例如，如果一个人想象拿起一本书，计算机就会学习识别大脑是如何发出这个指令的。接着，计算机会将信号发送给机器，然后机器会移动机械臂去够那本
书。)”可知，脑机接口技术能让用户通过意念（大脑指令）控制机器移动物体，由此可推断该技术允许用
户用意念移动物体。故选 D 项。
【24 题详解】
词句猜测题。根据最后一段“He revealed to Insider that his goal is to download human consciousness into robots. Just like how our memories are stored in mobile phones through pictures and videos, Musk imagines that our brains—not only how we think, but also our personalities and habits—can be diverted into robots. (他向《内
幕》杂志透露，他的目标是将人类意识下载到机器人中。就像我们的记忆通过图片和视频存储在手机里一
样，马斯克设想我们的大脑 —— 不仅包括我们的思维方式，还有我们的个性和习惯 —— 都可以被 diverted 到机器人中。)”可知，马斯克希望将人类大脑相关信息转移到机器人中，所以猜测 diverted 应意为“传送、转移”，与 Sent 含义相近，故选 C 项。
【25 题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第三段“The company focuses on brain-computer interface technology which is used to connect the brain to a digital network. (该公司专注于脑机接口技术，这项技术用于将大脑与数字网络连接起来。)”及全文对该技术的详细阐述可知，文章围绕马斯克旗下 Neuralink 公司的脑机接口技术展开，介绍该技术的研发背景、核心功能（连接大脑与数字网络、实现意念控制），以及马斯克利用该技术实现“大脑上传、意识下载到机器人”的计划。即文章主要介绍的是一项先进的技术（脑机接口技术）。故选 A
项。
C
In recent years, a new trend has emerged among young travelers in Japan who are increasingly opting for “off- the-beaten-path” destinations instead of flocking to famous tourist spots. This phenomenon, known as counter- tourism, is gaining popularity as it offers tourists a chance to explore quieter and less commercialized areas.
Data from a major online travel agency reveals that bookings for accommodations in lesser-known towns increased by 25% year-on-year during the holiday season. Moreover, reservations for boutique hotels in these locations surged by at least fivefold. Lesser-known attractions saw significant growth, with some reporting over 20%
more visitors compared to the previous year. For example, the serene countryside of Shimane Prefecture welcomed approximately 30,000 visitors over seven days, marking a 17% increase year-over-year.
Travelers are choosing these quieter locales not only to avoid crowded places but also to enjoy lower costs and experience genuine local culture. In contrast to popular tourist hotspots which can be overly commercialized, these
hidden gems offer more authentic experiences and natural encounters. Additionally, changes in travel preferences reflect a growing desire among tourists for deeper relaxation and meaningful engagement with their surroundings.
The ongoing impact of environmental concerns and sustainability efforts also plays a role in this shift. Travelers are becoming more conscious of their ecological footprint and prefer destinations that promote sustainable tourism practices. As a result, they are more likely to choose eco-friendly accommodations and activities.
An editorial in the Tokyo Times noted that the rise of counter-tourism could have positive implications for both tourists and the industry. It encourages diversity in travel options and forces traditional tourist hubs to innovate and improve their offerings. More importantly, it helps distribute economic benefits more evenly across different regions.
Professor Sato, a tourism expert, suggests that to fully capitalize on this trend, greater emphasis should be placed on developing unique local experiences and promoting lesser-known cultural heritage sites. Highlighting regional traditions and fostering community involvement are key strategies for enhancing the appeal of off-the-beaten-path destinations.
What do the statistics in paragraph 2 indicate
The success of travel agencies in Japan.
The profitability of hotels during holidays.
The contribution of tourism to the economy.
The rising trend of counter-tourism in Japan.
What is the fundamental reason behind the emergence of counter-tourism
Environmental awareness.
Changing travel preferences.
Lower travel costs.
Lack of innovation in well-known attractions.
How does the Tokyo Times view counter-tourism
It will decline as environmental concerns diminish.
It benefits both tourists and the tourism market.
It enhances the spread of local culture to tourists.
It hinders the development of popular tourist spots.
According to Professor Sato, what advice is given for developing the tourism market
Improving infrastructure in tourist areas.
Enhancing management rules for tourist attractions.
Exploring the potential and uniqueness of lesser-known attractions.
Promoting local characteristics through social media
【答案】26. D 27. B 28. B 29. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章指出近年来，日本年轻游客中兴起了一种“反向旅游”趋势，他们更倾向于选择人迹罕至的目的地，而非热门景点，以享受更安静、低成本和真实的当地文化体验。
【26 题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段“Data from a major online travel agency reveals that bookings for accommodations in lesser-known towns increased by 25% year-on-year during the holiday season. Moreover, reservations for boutique hotels in these locations surged by at least fivefold. Lesser-known attractions saw significant growth, with some
reporting over 20% more visitors compared to the previous year. For example, the serene countryside of Shimane Prefecture welcomed approximately 30,000 visitors over seven days, marking a 17% increase year-over-year. (一家大型在线旅行社的数据显示，在假期期间，知名度较低的小镇的住宿预订量同比增长了 25%。此外，这些地区的精品酒店预订量至少增长了五倍。冷门景点的游客数量也显著增加，一些景点的游客数量同比增长
超过 20%。例如，岛根县宁静的乡村在七天内接待了约 30000 名游客，同比增长了 17%)”可推知，这些数
据表明，越来越多的游客选择“冷门”目的地，反映了日本“反向旅游”趋势的兴起。故选 D 项。
【27 题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段中“Travelers are choosing these quieter locales not only to avoid crowded places but also to enjoy lower costs and experience genuine local culture. (旅行者选择这些较为安静的地方，不仅是为了避开拥挤的场所，也是为了享受更低的成本并体验真正的当地文化)”和“Additionally, changes in travel preferences reflect a growing desire among tourists for deeper relaxation and meaningful engagement with their surroundings. (此外，旅行偏好的变化反映了游客对更深层次放松和与周围环境有意义互动的日益增长的需求)”可知，“反
向旅游”出现的根本原因是旅行偏好的改变。故选 B 项。
【28 题详解】
细节理解题。根据第五段中“An editorial in the Tokyo Times noted that the rise of counter-tourism could have positive implications for both tourists and the industry. (《东京时报》的一篇社论指出，“反向旅游”趋势的兴
起对游客和旅游业都可能产生积极的影响)”可知，《东京时报》认为“反向旅游”趋势对游客和旅游业都有积极影响。故选 B 项。
【29 题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一段中“Professor Sato, a tourism expert, suggests that to fully capitalize on this trend, greater emphasis should be placed on developing unique local experiences and promoting lesser-known cultural heritage sites. (旅游专家 Sato 教授建议，为了充分利用这一趋势，应更加注重开发独特的本地体验，并推广鲜为人知的文化遗产地)”可知，为了发展旅游市场，Sato 教授建议探索冷门景点的潜力和独特性。故选 C
项。
D
Life in the Clear
Transparent animals let light pass through their bodies the same way light passes through a window. These
animals typically live between the surface of the ocean and a depth of about 3,300 feet---as far as most light can reach. Most of them are extremely delicate and can be damaged by a simple touch. Sonke Johnsen, a scientist in biology, says, “These animals live through their life alone. They never touch anything unless they’re eating it, or unless something is eating them.”
And they are as clear as glass. How does an animal become see-through It s trickier than you might think. The objects around you are visible because they interact with light. Light typically travels in a straight line.
But some materials slow and scatter (散射) light, bouncing it away from its original path. Others absorb light,
stopping it dead in its tracks. Both scattering and absorption make an object look different from other objects
around it, so you can see it easily.
But a transparent object doesn’t absorb or scatter light, at least not very much. Light can pass through it without bending or stopping. That means a transparent object doesn’t look very different from the surrounding air or water. You don’t see it you see the things behind it.
To become transparent, an animal needs to keep its body from absorbing or scattering light. Living materials can stop light because they contain pigments (色素) that absorb specific colors of light. But a transparent animal doesn’t have pigments, so its tissues won’t absorb light. According to Johnsen, avoiding absorption is actually easy. The real challenge is preventing light from scattering.
Animals are built of many different materials---skin, fat, and more---and light moves through each at a different speed. Every time light moves into a material with a new speed, it bends and scatters. Transparent animals use different tricks to fight scattering. Some animals are simply very small or extremely flat. Without much tissue
to scatter light, it is easier to be see-through. Others build a large, clear mass of non-living jelly-like (果冻状的) material and spread themselves over it.
Larger transparent animals have the biggest challenge, because they have to make all the different tissues in their bodies slow down light exactly as much as water does. They need to look uniform. But how they’re doing it is still unknown. One thing is clear: for these larger animals, staying transparent is an active process. When they die, they turn a non-transparent milky white.
According to Paragraph 1,transparent animals .
stay in groups B. can be easily damaged
C. appear only in deep ocean D. are beautiful creatures
The underlined word “dead” in Paragraph 3 means .
silently B. gradually
C. regularly D. completely
One way for an animal to become transparent is to .
change the direction of light travel B. gather materials to scatter light
C. avoid the absorption of light D. grow bigger to stop light
The last paragraph tells us that larger transparent animals .
move more slowly in deep water
stay see-through even after death
produce more tissues for their survival
take effective action to reduce light spreading
【答案】30. B 31. D 32. C 33. D
【解析】
【分析】这是一篇说明文。文章解释了生活在海洋的透明生物的特点，透明原理，以及形成机制。
【30 题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第一段第三行“Mostof them are extremely delicate and can be damaged by a simple touch”可知，透明动物是很容易受伤的。故选 B。
【31 题详解】
词义猜测题。该词出现在文章第三段第三行。前文提到了：你能看到的物体一种是对光线进行了散射；而另外一种是对光线的吸收。既然吸收了，那在光的传播过程中就完全阻止了，因此这里 dead 是完全的意思。故选 D。
【32 题详解】
推理判断题。根据第五段第一句“To become transparent, an animal needs to keep its body from absorbing or scattering light.”可知，想变透明就要避免散射或吸收光线，因此其中的一个方法是 C 选项，避免光线的吸收。故选 C。
【33 题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段第一句中的“Larger transparent animals have the biggest challenge, because they have to make all the different tissues in their bodies slow down light exactly as much as water does. ”可知，体型较大的透明动物面临的挑战最大，因为它们必须让体内所有不同的组织减缓光线的速度，就像减缓水的速度一样。由此判断出，他在最后一段告诉我们，更大的透明动物会采取有效的行动来减少光的扩散。故选 D。
Many people have such a friend — one who understands and empathizes with them; one who always knows what to say when they are upset; one who they feel comfortable unburdening themselves to. Chances are that the friend has a high emotional quotient (EQ). So what is an EQ 34
EQ is also called “emotional intelligence”, which has both interpersonal and intrapersonal aspects. On the interpersonal side, emotionally intelligent people can identify others’ feelings. 35 On an intrapersonal level,
they can understand their own strengths and weaknesses. They don’t let themselves be discouraged by mistakes, but they take responsibility for them.
There are many benefits emotionally intelligent people can enjoy. 36 This not only helps with making
friends and building business relationships, but also helps with building more meaningful relationships that could last for life. Additionally, those with high EQs are better at adapting to life’s chances and can handle stressful situations with more grace.
37 First, an analysis of studies demonstrates that creative and self-confident innovators may be more
individualistic and therefore have a lower EQ. On the other hand, it’s possible to improve emotional intelligence. Reflect on your reactions during challenging moments and adopt constructive suggestions without becoming upset at criticism.
In conclusion, emotional intelligence is a valuable skill that can enhance every aspect of life. By developing one’s ability to understand and manage emotions, a person can face challenges flexibly. 38 You will likely
see great improvements in yourself.
Also they understand the source of those feelings.
One is that they can make good connections with others.
You should learn to react to your strong feelings correctly.
This prevents emotional decisions in the heat of the moment.
However, if you are not emotionally intelligent, there’s some good news.
It is a measure of one’s ability to perceive, respond to, and regulate emotions.
So, actively develop and apply emotional intelligence to fully benefit from it.
【答案】34. F 35. A 36. B 37. E 38. G
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要探讨了情商的定义、重要性及其影响，指出高情商的人能更好地理解和管理情绪，建立良好人际关系，并强调情商可以通过后天培养提升。
【34 题详解】
前文“Chances are that the friend has a high emotional quotient (EQ). So what is an EQ (很有可能这个朋友的情商很高。那么什么是情商呢)”提到情商的概念，提问其定义，此处需要补充情商的准确定义，因此 F 项“It is a measure of one’s ability to perceive, respond to, and regulate emotions. (它是衡量一个人感知、应对和调节情绪能力的标准)”符合语境，解释了情商的含义，承接前文，选项中的 It 指代前文的 EQ。故选 F。
【35 题详解】
前文“On the interpersonal side, emotionally intelligent people can identify others’ feelings. (在人际关系方面，高情商的人能够识别他人的感受)”提到高情商的人能识别他人的情绪，后文“On an intrapersonal level, they can understand their own strengths and weaknesses. (在个人层面上，他们可以了解自己的长处和短处)”转到个人层面高情商的表现，此处应继续人际关系方面，说明他们如何理解这些情绪，因此 A 项“Also they understand the source of those feelings. (他们还能理解这些情绪的根源)”符合语境，补充了识别情绪后的进一步能力，承接前文，选项中的 they 指代前文的 emotionally intelligent people。故选 A。
【36 题详解】
前文“There are many benefits emotionally intelligent people can enjoy. (高情商的人可以享受很多好处)”提到高情商有许多好处，后文“This not only helps with making friends and building business relationships, but also helps with building more meaningful relationships that could last for life. (这不仅有助于交朋友和建立商业关系，还有助于建立更有意义的、可以持续一生的关系)”详细说明拥有高情商的人在人际关系上的好处，此处应列举一个人际关系有关的优势，因此 B 项“One is that they can make good connections with others. (其中之一是他们能更好地与他人建立联系)”符合语境，承前启后。故选 B。
【37 题详解】
前一段主要讨论高情商的好处，后文“First, an analysis of studies demonstrates that creative and self-confident innovators may be more individualistic and therefore have a lower EQ. On the other hand, it’s possible to improve emotional intelligence. (首先，一项研究分析表明，有创造力和自信的创新者可能更个人主义，因此情商较低。另一方面，提高情商是可能的)”表明情商低的人有其他优势，且情商可以改善，此处应转折，说明情商不高也不全是坏事，因此 E 项“However, if you are not emotionally intelligent, there’s some good news. (然而，
如果你情商不高，也有好消息)”符合语境，和前一段构成转折，引出后文。故选 E。
【38 题详解】
前文“In conclusion, emotional intelligence is a valuable skill that can enhance every aspect of life. By developing one’s ability to understand and manage emotions, a person can face challenges flexibly. (总之，情商是一项宝贵的技能，可以提升生活的方方面面。通过发展一个人理解和管理情绪的能力，一个人可以灵活地面对挑战)”总结情商的价值，此处应鼓励读者积极应用情商，因此 G 项“So, actively develop and apply emotional intelligence to fully benefit from it. (因此，积极培养并运用情商，以充分受益)”符合语境，作为总结，呼吁行动，承接前文。故选 G。
三、完形填空（本大题共 1 小题）
I didn’t possess (拥有) any of that pioneer spirit of exploring the unknown. Besides, the long journey would take 39 for transportation, accommodations and meals. Unless someone paid for all those 40 items,
that road trip wasn’t happening anytime soon. But I always imagined 41 being at all the places.
I had only read about in books. One day, I noticed a brochure 42 a teacher creativity fellowship (团队)
program for the summer. This fellowship was for teachers like me who had taught for a number of years and needed a(n) 43 passion for continuing our teaching career. I read over the 44 of the program. One of
the examples 45 traveling to domestic (国内的) locations to study literature and history.
Not expecting any 46 , I went ahead and mailed my 47 . Then, reality hit me. Two months later,
I learned I was one of eighty 48 from hundreds of applicants.
With a(n) 49 on the outside and fear on the inside I 50 packing and booking hotels near the
sites I wished to visit. I started on my travels the next morning with a new purpose in each step.
Yes, I 51 my adventure and continued using all I learned in my long teaching career. Ever since that trip,
I have traveled to 52 locations and given lectures about my fellowship and my life has changed due to a
brave 53 .
39. A. money B. security C. respect D. experience
40. A. efficient B. necessary C. potential D. convenient
41. A. barely B. gradually C. normally D. actually
42. A. seeking B. warning C. detecting D. advertising
43. A. rare B. mild C. new D. limited
44. A. conclusion B. structure C. feature D. content
45. A. mentioned B. opposed C. repeated D. resisted
46. A. plot B. success C. delay D. hesitation
47. A. essay B. draft C. application D. bill
48. A. investigated B. removed C. selected D. adjusted
49. A. smile B. tear C. anxiety D. concern
50. A. set about B. called on C. brought about D. insisted on
51. A. finished B. ceased C. switched D. prohibited
52. A. abnormal B. unfamiliar C. instant D. unavailable
53. A. escape B. encounter C. attempt D. appointment
【答案】39. A 40. B 41. D 42. D 43. C 44. D 45. A 46. B 47. C 48. C
49. A 50. A 51. A 52. B 53. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲的是作者通过有幸参加了一次暑假教师创意团契项目，感受到了不曾感受到的旅行中了解新事物的快乐，从此有时间就会去游览不同的地方。
【39 题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：此外，长途旅行将花费交通费、住宿费和餐费。A. money 钱；B. security 安全；C. respect 尊敬；D. experience 经历。根据下文“for transportation, accommodations and meals”可知，交通费、住宿费和餐费都是要花钱的。故选 A。
【40 题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：除非有人支付所有必要的物品，否则公路旅行不会很快发生。A. efficient 效率高的；B. necessary 必要的；C. potential 潜在的；D. convenient 方便的。根据上文“transportation, accommodations and meals”可知，交通费、住宿费和餐费都是必须要支付的，空格处意为“必要的”。故选 B。
【41 题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：但我总是想象自己真的到了那些我只在书中读到过的地方。A. barely 几乎不；
B. gradually 逐渐地；C. normally 通常，平常；D. actually 事实上。根据下文“being at all the places”可
知，作者是想象自己真的到了那些只在书中读到过的地方，空格处意为“事实上”。故选 D。
【42 题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：有一天，我注意到一本宣传暑期教师创意团契项目的小册子。A. seeking 寻找；B. warning 警告；C. detecting 检测；D. advertising 打广告。根据上文“brochure”和下文“a teacher creativity fellowship (团队) program”可知，小册子为那个项目打广告，也就是搞宣传。故选 D。
【43 题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：这个团契是为像我这样的教师准备的，我们已经教了几年书，需要一种新的激情来继续教学生涯。A. rare 稀有的；B. mild 温和；C. new 新的；D. limited 有限的。根据下文“for continuing our teaching career”可知，这个团契是为需要一种新的激情来继续教学生涯的老师准备的。故选 C。
【44 题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我把项目内容读了一遍。A. conclusion 总结；B. structure 结构；C. feature 特点；D. content 内容。根据下文“One of the examples 7 traveling to domestic (国内的) locations to study literature and history”可知，后文的内容是作者读了项目宣传的内容之后发现的。故选 D。
【45 题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：其中一个例子提到了去国内某处学习文学和历史。A. mentioned 提到；B. opposed 反对；C. repeated 重复；D. resisted 抵抗。根据上文“One of the examples”可知，其中一个例子提到了去国内某处学习文学和历史。故选 A。
【46 题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我没指望能成功，就把我的申请寄了出去。A. plot 情节；B. success 成功；C. delay 推迟；D. hesitation 犹豫。根据下文“reality hit me”可知，作者之前没有指望自己会成功。故选 B。
【47 题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我没指望能成功，就把我的申请寄了出去。A. essay 文章；B. draft 草稿；C. application 申请；D. bill 账单。根据下文“I learned I was one of eighty 10 from hundreds of applicants”可知，作者是把自己的申请寄出去了。故选 C。
【48 题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：两个月后，我得知自己从数百名申请者中脱颖而出，成为 80 人之一。A. investigated 调查；B. removed 去除；C. selected 挑选；D. adjusted 调整。根据上文“I was one of eighty”和下文“from hundreds of applicants”可知，作者从数百名申请者中被选了出来。故选 C。
【49 题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我面带微笑，内心恐惧，着手打包，并且在我想去的景点附近预订酒店。A. smile 微笑；B. tear 眼泪；C. anxiety 焦虑；D. concern 担心，忧虑。根据上文“I learned I was one of eighty
10 from hundreds of applicants”可知，作者被选中了，所以很高兴，脸上带着微笑。故选 A。
【50 题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：我面带微笑，内心恐惧，着手打包，并且在我想去的景点附近预订酒店。A. set about 开始；B. called on 拜访；C. brought about 引起，导致；D. insisted on 坚持。根据下文“packing and booking hotels near the sites I wished to visit”指作者开始打包和预订酒店。故选 A。
【51 题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：是的，我完成了我的冒险，并继续在漫长的教学生涯中运用我学到的一切。A. finished 完成；B. ceased 停止；C. switched 转换；D. prohibited 禁止。根据下文“continued using all I learned in my long teaching career”可知，作者完成了自己的冒险。故选 A。
【52 题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：从那次旅行开始，我去了很多陌生的地方，做了很多关于团契的演讲，我的生活因为一次勇敢的尝试而改变了。A. abnormal 不正常的；B. unfamiliar 不熟悉的；C. instant 立即的；D. unavailable 不可获得的。根据下文“given presentations about my fellowship”可知，作者去一些不熟悉的地方。故选 B。
【53 题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：从那次旅行开始，我去了很多陌生的地方，做了很多关于团契的演讲，我的生活因为一次勇敢的尝试而改变了。A. escape 逃跑；B. encounter 遭遇；C. attempt 尝试；D. appointment 约会，约定。根据上文“my adventure”可知，作者把自己去参加团契看作冒险，所以是一次勇敢的尝试。故选 C。
四、语法填空（本大题共 1 小题）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入 1 个适当的单词或用括号内单词的正确形式填空。
We are currently living in an exciting time full of amazing 54 (discovery) in science and technology.
Some 55 (especial) important technologies that we use today are the Internet and artificial intelligence,
without 56 the smartphone would not be possible. A typical smartphone 57 (place) in the time
capsule already for people in the future to see.
The smartphone is 58 relatively new invention, but these days people could hardly live without it. It
is extremely important to most people 59 it makes our lives more interesting and convenient. People use
the smartphone 60 many things besides messaging and calling, such as surfing the Internet, 61
(shop) online and using virtual directions. There are also a lot of photos on it about people’s daily life, such as the food people eat, the clothes people wear and the sport people play. People in the future will have a 62
(balanced) life with technology than that nowadays. People today rely too much on it. While people do not want to lose the advantages smartphones and other technologies bring, it would be nice for people 63 (spend) a
bit less time using them.
【答案】54. discoveries
especially
which 57. has been placed
58. a 59. because
60. for 61. shopping
more balanced
to spend
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要描述了当前科技发展的现状以及智能手机在其中的重要地位。
【54 题详解】
考查名词复数。句意：我们正生活在一个激动人心的时代，科学技术领域不断涌现出惊人的发现。空处需填名词作宾语，结合“in science and technology”可知，使用名词复数形式。故填 discoveries。
【55 题详解】
考查副词。句意：我们今天使用的一些尤其重要的技术包括互联网和人工智能，没有它们，智能手机将不可能出现。修饰形容词 important，需用副词 especially，作状语。故填 especially。
【56 题详解】
考查定语从句。句意同上。空处引导非限制性定语从句，先行词是 the Internet and artificial intelligence，指物，关系词在定语从句中作介词 without 的宾语，需用关系代词 which 引导。故填 which。
【57 题详解】
考查动词语态。句意：一部典型的智能手机已经被放入时间胶囊中，以供未来的人们观看。place 与主语是逻辑动宾关系，应用被动语态；根据“already”可知，使用现在完成时，主语为单数名词，助动词用
has。故填 has been placed。
【58 题详解】
考查冠词。句意：智能手机是一项相对较新的发明，但如今人们几乎已经离不开它了。invention 为可数名词单数形式，此处表示泛指，且 relatively 发音以辅音音素开头，需用不定冠词 a 修饰。故填 a。
【59 题详解】
考查状语从句。句意：它对大多数人来说极为重要，因为它让我们的生活更加有趣和便捷。结合语境可知，空处一个原因状语从句，解释为什么智能手机对大多数人来说极其重要，需用连接词 because 引导。故填 because。
【60 题详解】
考查介词。句意：除了发送信息和打电话，人们还用智能手机做很多事情，比如上网冲浪、网上购物和使用虚拟导航。固定搭配 use sth. for sth.，意为“用某物做某事”。故填 for。
【61 题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意同上。空处与“surfing the Internet”和“using virtual directions”并列，作为 such as
的宾语，需填动名词形式。故填 shopping。
【62 题详解】
考查形容词比较级。句意：未来的人们将比现在拥有更加由技术带来的均衡生活。空处需填形容词作定语，结合“than”可知，使用形容词比较级。故填 more balanced。
【63 题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：虽然人们不想失去智能手机和其他技术所带来的优势，但如果能少花点时间在使用它们上，那就更好了。固定句型 It would be nice for sb. to do sth.，意为“对某人来说做某事会很好”，it为形式主语，空处需填动词不定式 to spend 作真正的主语。故填 to spend。
五、书信写作（本大题共 1 小题）
假设你是李华，你们班计划与英国联谊学校的某个班级进行一场在线交流，商量“中英高中生短视频创作交流”的活动设计策划方案，请你代表班级写一封邮件给对方班长 Hans，内容包括：
告知相关事宜(时间、内容)；
征求意见(确定短视频主题，时长，内容方向，评选环节等)。注意：
写作词数应为 80 左右；
可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。 Dear Hans,
Yours, Li Hua
【答案】Dear Hans,
I’m Li Hua. Our class plans to have an online meeting with yours to discuss the “Short Video Creation Exchange for High School Students in China and the UK”. The meeting will be held at 8 p.m. next Friday on Zoom.
We’ll talk about the design plan of this activity. But before that, we’d like to hear your ideas. What do you think about the theme, duration, content direction of the short videos, and the selection process
Looking forward to your reply.
Yours, Li Hua
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生代表班级写一封邮件给英国联谊学校的班级班长 Hans，商量“中英高中生短视频创作交流”的活动设计策划方案。
【详解】1.词汇积累
打算：plan to → intend to
举办：hold → launch
想要：would like → want
主题：theme → topic
2.句式拓展合并简单句
原句：We’ll talk about the design plan of this activity. But before that, we’d like to hear your ideas.
拓展句：We’ll talk about the design plan of this activity, before which we’d like to hear your ideas.
【点睛】【高分句型 1】Our class plans to have an online meeting with yours to discuss the “Short Video Creation Exchange for High School Students in China and the UK”.（运用了非谓语动词担当目的状语）
【高分句型 2】What do you think about the theme, duration, content direction of the short videos, and the selection process （运用了特殊疑问句型）
六、书面表达（本大题共 1 小题）
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。
Amy and I had been best friends since primary school and spent almost every day with each other. Sometimes,
other children said we were no fun because we were both very academic(学术的) and liked to study, but we liked it that way. Both of us were very hard-working and always got good grades at school.
I thought we would be like this forever, however, our friendship was on the rocks recently.
One Monday, we had a surprise math quiz. I thought it was quite easy and was not worried about the results.
I must have sounded very proud of myself after the quiz, saying how easy it was and how I was sure to get a good grade. And many classmates looked at me with admiration.
The next day after class, my math teacher told me that I had the lowest grade in the