单元素养测评卷(二)
1—5 ABACA 6—10 CCBAC 11—15 ACAAC 16—20 BABCA
21—25 DADBD 26—30 BDDBB 31—35 CCDAC 36—40 AGEBF
41—45 CDBDB 46—50 CADCA 51—55 DBABA
第一部分
录音稿
Text 1
M: Jack is looking forward to getting a new T-shirt for his birthday.
W: Well, Mary will buy a new school bag for him and Tim will get him a new watch.
M: Nice! I’m looking forward to my birthday!
W: Yes, I’m sure you will get many nice gifts too.
Text 2
M: What a beautiful painting! Where did you buy it
W: Actually, I made it in my grandpa’s yard.
M: Really That’s amazing! I had no idea you were so talented. This looks like it was painted by a professional.
Text 3
M: Excuse me, can we leave our backpack and suitcase here
W: OK. That’s 4 dollars for the suitcase and 3 dollars for the backpack.
M: Fine, thanks. We’ll come and get them around 2 this afternoon.
Text 4
M: If it were not for the price, I would like to move somewhere with a nicer view than we have here.
W: But for me, the most important thing is to have large bedrooms and a good-sized kitchen.
Text 5
W: Nick Jones! Is that you We studied French and German together in Professor Brown’s class. Remember We always sat next to each other.
M: Anne White! Of course I remember. Anne, long time no see!
Text 6
W: Excuse me. I was wondering if anyone has turned in a passport. I can’t find mine anywhere in my hotel room and I remember the last place where I used it yesterday was in this department store. I had to show it to pay for those shoes with my traveller’s cheques.
M: Let me check. Sorry, your passport hasn’t turned up here either.
W: What shall I do
M: You can fill in this form to declare your loss first, then make a phone call to your embassy and tell them about your situation, so that they can give you a new passport in case it doesn’t show up.
W: You are right.
Text 7
M: Good morning. Since so many of you have asked me how to learn a language, I thought it might be useful to take some class time today to discuss it. Betty, you speak several foreign languages, don’t you
W: Yes, I speak Spanish and French.
M: And can you tell me what helped you most in learning these languages
W: Well, I studied both languages in high school, and I’m still studying Spanish here at the university. But I think travel has probably been the most helpful to me.
M: Yes. When you live in a country where the language you are learning is spoken, it’s perfect.
W: That’s true. But whether or not I’m living in a country where the language is spoken, I always watch TV or listen to the radio in the language I’m trying to learn.
M: That’s good.
Text 8
M: Tina, I’m sorry to bother you, but I’m afraid there is a big problem.
W: Oh, what’s up then
M: You told me last week that you would deal with the faulty desks returned by HDC, one of our local customers.
W: Yes, that’s right, I did send them the replacements for all the desks last Monday.
M: Well, the thing is, did you realize there were two kinds of faulty desks The customer only received one kind of desks.
W: Oh dear. I didn’t realize there were two kinds. I’ll send them the other kind right away.
M: The problem is that now they want to get their money back.
W: Oh dear, that’s really bad. I’ll phone them now and explain everything. I’m really sorry about this.
M: That’s all right. There’s still time to solve the problem. I think it would be best to visit them and explain the mistake face to face.
W: Okay. I’ll make arrangements and visit them as soon as possible. Sorry again.
Text 9
M: Well, Stella, why do you look unhappy
W: Oh, Bill, I have just had a quarrel with Mr Philips.
M: What on earth was it about
W: Well, I have made three bad mistakes so far this week. Today I forgot to give him an important message, so he got really angry with me.
M: But I don’t understand. You are usually very careful.
W: I’m just so tired.
M: Why Have you been going to bed late these days
W: No. I’m usually in bed at about eleven. But I’ve been woken up early every morning.
M: Why
W: It’s my new neighbour. He has to get up at half past four and he always turns the radio on loudly.
M: Ask him to turn it down or if you don’t want to see him, write him a letter.
W: Do you think it’s a good idea
M: Yes, I do. I’ll help you with the letter.
W: OK. Let’s try.
Text 10
W: What’s the attraction of coffee shops It’s been said that J.K. Rowling wrote the Harry Potter books sitting in one in Edinburgh. But you’re spending all day buying one expensive coffee after another and haven’t sold your first novel yet, the costs can really add up. For those who work outside of a traditional office or just want to take time out, there’s a new alternative in London: a pay-per-minute cafe. You’ll be given a clock when you come in to keep time. When you leave, you return the item and pay the bill. The cost of hanging out, eating, working and meeting new people in the place is 3 pennies per minute or ￡1.80 an hour. Customers help themselves to coffee and cookies. They can also bring their own food to eat while accessing the Internet through Wi-Fi. The new coffee shop’s atmosphere is relaxing. The shop’s owner, Ivan Meetin, believes his coffee shop is a bit like “social media”, but with a face. Like-minded people go there to socialize. Some feel so much at home that they wash the dishes. The concept of coffee shops, where you pay for the time and not for the cup, has proved popular in Russia. Only time will tell if the British will warm to the idea.
第二部分
第一节
A
【文章大意】 本文是一篇应用文,介绍了世界上四个最有标志性的地点以及这些地点提供的工作交换机会。
21.D 细节理解题。第一个小标题Golden Gate Bridge, USA中的“…the Golden Gate Bridge was built in the 1930s…”表明金门大桥建于20世纪30年代,几乎有一个世纪的历史。故选D项。
22.A 细节理解题。第二个小标题Banff National Park, Canada中的“Home to alpine peaks, glacial lakes, and the famous Icefields Parkway scenic drive, Banff is a heaven for lovers of natural beauty and adventure.”和第三个小标题Balboa Park, USA中的“The park is full of history, architecture, art, and beautiful nature.”表明班夫国家公园和巴尔博亚公园都以其充满令人赞叹的自然之美而闻名,故选A项。
23.D 细节理解题。第四个小标题The Great Pyramid of Giza, Egypt中的“As the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and the only one that still remains well-preserved today, the Great Pyramid of Giza is a truly fantastic scene.”表明吉萨大金字塔是古代世界七大奇迹中最古老的且保存完好。所以吉萨大金字塔的真正奇妙之处在于它的历史和保护。故选D项。
B
【文章大意】 本文是一篇记叙文。作者通过叙述更换电脑的经历,探讨了现代科技与生活的复杂性问题,强调了简单生活的价值。
24.B 细节理解题。根据第一段中的“After over a decade of faithful service my old desktop computer finally died. It simply wouldn’t start.”可知,作者的旧电脑启动不了了,即它停止运转了。故选B项。
25.D 细节理解题。根据第一段中的“It was like going from driving an old Model T Ford to flying the space shuttle.”以及第二段中的“…only to find that it wasn’t on this model.”、“…it wouldn’t work.”、“…had a terrible time downloading…”、“Then there were some difficulties of transferring…”和“…I had screwed up the settings so badly…”可知,从旧电脑换到新电脑,作者就像从开一辆老爷车变成开航天飞机,她在操作中遇到很多麻烦,最终把设置弄得一团糟。由此可知,在购买新电脑后的头两天里让作者感到沮丧的是她使用新电脑时有困难。故选D项。
26.B 推理判断题。根据第二段中的“Finally after two days I think we have set up the new computer to do the few simple things I need it to do so I can ignore the thousand other functions that I have no use for.”可知,作者只需要使用电脑做几件简单的事情,她可以忽略掉其他她不需要的功能,所以她认为这些功能是多余的、不必要的。故选B项。
27.D 推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“Be a person, not a program.”和“Fill your days with purpose, your years with happiness, and your life with love.”可知,作者写最后一段的目的是表达她对人生的态度,她从自己更换电脑的经历中感悟到简单生活的价值,她认为人们应该保持生活的简单与美好。故选D项。
C
【文章大意】 这是一篇说明文。许多人可能会认为说谎是一种道德选择。但在哲学著作《谎言的历史》中,Juan Jacinto Mu oz-Rengel提出谎言是“非道德的”。文章对这本书进行了介绍,并对其中的论点进行了评价。
28.D 推理判断题。根据第二段中“First, he asks us to take into account how we represent reality to ourselves, and how we see it in relation to the self. This requires us to employ awareness of not just the world but also the concepts to describe it to ourselves and others. Moreover, ‘the reality’ we believe we see and know might be an illusion (幻觉).”(首先,他要求我们考虑我们如何向自己呈现现实,以及我们如何将现实与自我联系起来。这要求我们不仅要运用对世界的意识,还要运用对自己和他人描述世界的概念的意识。此外,我们相信的以及我们看到和知道的“现实”可能是一种错觉。)可知,Mu oz-Rengel的第一个说服步骤暗示了我们倾向于以主观的方式看待现实。故选D。
29.B 推理判断题。根据第四段第一句“From here Mu oz-Rengel takes a third step towards what he calls ‘evolutionary epistemology (认识论)’, which shows everything we claim to know should be evaluated through an evolutionary angle.”(从这里Mu oz-Rengel向他所谓的“进化认识论”迈出了第三步,这表明我们声称知道的一切都应该从进化的角度来评估。)可知,Mu oz-Rengel给出第四段中的例子是为了阐明一个概念。故选B。
30.B 词义猜测题。根据第四段第二句中的“…to stay safe from natural enemies or hunt for food, some animals evolve into being capable of mixing with the surroundings…”(为了躲避天敌或寻找食物,一些动物进化成能够与周围环境融为一体……)可知,此处是指欺骗其他动物,所以delude意为“欺骗”。故选B。
31.C 推理判断题。根据最后一段第一句和第二句“The arguments in this book are strongly made, but more than a few of Mu oz-Rengel’s viewpoints need far more evidence as support. But anyhow, in separating the discussion from conventional morality-based studies of lying, he has produced a lively and distinctive work.”(这本书中的论点是强有力的,但Mu oz-Rengel的许多观点需要更多的证据作为支持。但无论如何,在将讨论与传统的基于道德的谎言研究区分开来上,他创作了一部生动而独特的作品。)可知,作者认为这本书中的论点缺乏基础但是新颖。故选C。
D
【文章大意】 本文是一篇议论文。文章主要探讨了熟悉原则对我们决策的影响,建议我们可以通过逐步扩展熟悉区域来利用这一原则促进创造力和成长。
32.C 细节理解题。根据文章第一段“Studies have shown the mere exposure effect, also referred to as the familiarity principle, inspires our decisions. It is a helpful psychological mechanism that helps us sustain our energy and focus our attention on other things. Getting used to new things takes effort and it can be exhausting. So unless we have a terrible experience, we are likely to buy from companies we’ve got used to. That is why companies spend so much money on advertising and marketing and why insurance companies openly charge existing customers more than new ones.”(研究表明,单纯的暴露效应,也被称为熟悉原则,会激发我们的决定。这是一种有益的心理机制,可以帮助我们保持精力充沛,并将注意力集中在其他事情上。习惯新事物需要努力,而且可能会让人筋疲力尽。因此,除非我们有糟糕的经历,否则我们很可能会从我们已经习惯的公司购买物品。这就是为什么公司在广告和营销上花那么多钱,为什么保险公司公开向现有客户收取比新客户更高的费用。)可知,熟悉原则让保险公司向老客户收取更多费用。故选C。
33.D 推理判断题。根据文章第二段“It’s not the case that we only desire things we already know. Some studies suggest when invited to share our preferences, we sometimes see less familiar options as more desirable. But when acting on that preference, we fall back to what we know. This might explain why sometimes the things we want and the things we do don’t quite match up. We might even return to companies that treated us poorly in the past or stay in bad relationships.”(这并不是说我们只想要已知的东西。一些研究表明,当被邀请分享我们的偏好时,我们有时会认为不太熟悉的选择更可取。但当我们按照这种偏好行事时,我们又回到了我们所知道的情况。这也许可以解释为什么有时候我们想要的和我们做的并不完全匹配。我们甚至可能回到过去对我们不好的公司,或者保持糟糕的关系。)可知,本段解释了为什么有时候我们想要的和我们做的并不完全匹配,也就是说有时候我们的欲望和行动可能不匹配。故选D。
34.A 推理判断题。根据文章第三段“While this can appear effective in the short run, we may only end up replacing one problem with another. It also risks overwhelming and burnout.”(虽然这在短期内看起来是有效的,但我们最终可能只是用一个问题代替另一个问题。它也有让人不堪重负和精疲力竭的风险。)可知,这段话表明作者对文章中提出的解决方案持反对态度,认为这种解决方案可能只是暂时有效,而且可能带来新的问题和风险。故选A。
35.C 主旨大意题。根据文章第一段“Studies have shown the mere exposure effect, also referred to as the familiarity principle, inspires our decisions. It is a helpful psychological mechanism that helps us sustain our energy and focus our attention on other things. Getting used to new things takes effort and it can be exhausting.”以及最后一段“We can broaden the zone of familiarity bit by bit. If we think of familiarity as something that can expand, we can consider changing the conditions in and around our lives to make more space for our preferences to take root and grow gently. From here, we will start to make decisions, drawing from an ever-deepening pool of valuable options.”(我们可以一点一点地扩大熟悉范围。如果我们认为熟悉是一种可以扩展的东西,我们可以考虑改变我们的生活环境,为我们的喜好提供更多的空间,让它生根发芽。从这里开始,我们将从越来越多的有价值的选择中做出决定。)可知,文章主要讨论了熟悉原则对我们决策的影响,以及如何利用这一原则进行创新和拓展。文章强调了我们可以逐步扩大熟悉的范围,通过改变生活中的条件,为我们的偏好提供更多的空间,使其能够生根发芽。因此,选项C“Gently expand your familiarity zone”最能概括文章的主题,即鼓励读者在保持熟悉感的同时,逐渐扩展自己的舒适区。故选C。
第二节
【文章大意】 本文是一篇说明文。这篇文章主要讨论了如何从失败中学习和克服挑战,给出了具体的建议和方法。
36.A 根据前文“Failure is a bitter pill to swallow, isn’t it But, it’s often in the most difficult moments, in the ashes of defeat, that we find our greatest opportunities for growth.”以及后文“This guide will look into the common challenges associated with learning from failure and how to overcome them.”可知,前文讲述在失败中找到了最大的成长机会,后文讲述本文主要探讨从失败中学习的方法,所以设空处应是过渡句,A项(从失败中学习是很复杂的。)承接上文,并引出下文,符合文意。故选A项。
37.G 根据本段小标题“Dealing with emotional stress and burnout”以及前文“Failure often comes with a heavy emotional burden.”可知,本段主要讲述如何处理情绪压力和倦怠,所以G项(不足、压力和恐惧的感觉会很快导致精疲力竭。)是对前文讲述的情感负担的详细说明,符合此处主题。故选G项。
38.E 设空位于段尾,是对前文的总结。根据前文“After a failure, it’s easy to lose sight of your original vision. But maintaining your focus on your long-term goals is critical. Take a step back, reflect on your vision, and rearrange your strategies accordingly. Yes, you might need to adjust your plans or timelines, but don’t let failure ruin your overall vision.”可知,本段主要讲述了即使失败了也不要放弃原本的目标,改变策略继续前进,所以E项(你开始这段旅程是有原因的——坚持下去。)符合本段主题,是对前文的总结。故选F项。
39.B 根据后文“Analyse your mistakes, draw lessons, and use those insights to refine your strategies. With each failure, you’re beginning with more experience.”可知,此处是在讲述从失败中学习,所以B项(不要忘记,失败本身就是一位老师。)符合此处主题,引出下文。故选B项。
40.F 设空位于段首,为本段中心句。根据后文“It’s merely a detour on the road to success. It offers an incomparable opportunity for growth and innovation. By addressing these challenges with the right mindset, you can transform your setbacks into comebacks and transform failure into your stepping stone towards success.”可知,本段讲述了失败是通往成功的垫脚石,所以F项(失败不是成功的对立面——它是成功的一部分。)符合本段主题,为本段中心句。故选F项。
第三部分
第一节
【文章大意】 这是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者的父亲是一个不屈不挠的垂钓者。作者从小和父亲一起去钓鱼,经过耳濡目染,作者被父亲坚持不懈的精神感染,这也成就了他现在的成功。
41.C 根据语境和后文“Times when I just wanted to…and go home. Dad’s… ‘Son, you’re not going to catch any fish unless you…your line. Keep casting,’ he’d say.”可知,这是介绍作者童年的经历。故选C项。dream梦,梦想;career事业;childhood童年;adulthood成年。
42.D 根据语境和后文“…Mum would ask:‘What time will you be back ’”可知,此处是指作者和父亲出发去钓鱼的时候。故选D项。get up起床;reach out伸出,伸手; step back退后; set off出发。
43.B 根据语境和后文“Son, you’re not going to catch any fish unless you…your line.”可知,此处是指钓鱼线。故选B项。camp营地; line线;track路线;cottage村舍。
44.D 根据语境和后文“…the entire day. I observed first-hand his insistent, rapid-fire casting technique…”可知,父亲是一个坚持的人,说到做到。mean it说到做到。故选D项。 forget忘记;reject拒绝; recall回想;mean意味着。
45.B 根据语境和后文“…some food and water and we’d fish the entire day.”可知,此处是指把食物和水塞进包里。故选B项。make做; pack打包,塞进; heat加热;freeze结冰。
46.C 根据常识和前文“I observed first-hand his insistent, rapid-fire casting technique, which he credited as a(n)…”以及后文“…factor behind his success.”可知,此处是指他的持续不断的、快速的撒网技术,是他成功的主要因素。故选C项。cultural文化的; random随机的; major主要的;external外部的。
47.A 根据语境和前文“…rapid-fire casting technique…”以及后文“…after another after another.”可知,此处是指不停地投钓线。故选A项。 cast抛,投;step措施; strike 罢工; risk危险。
48.D 根据常识和前文“The greatest life lesson that Dad taught me involved dealing with those times when the fish weren’t…”可知,此处是指父亲教“我”处理鱼不咬钩的情况。故选D项。swim游泳;dance跳舞; gather聚集;bite咬。
49.C 根据语境和后文“…and go home.”可知,此处是指作者想停止钓鱼,然后回家。故选C项。wander漫步;play玩;quit停止; sleep睡觉。
50.A 根据语境和前文“Times when I just wanted to…and go home.”以及后文“‘Son, you’re not going to catch any fish unless you…your line. Keep casting,’ he’d say.”可知,此处是指父亲对想回家的作者做出的回应。故选A项。 response回应,反应; intention目的; evaluation 评估;situation形势。
51.D 根据常识和前文“It was one…after another after another.”可知,钓鱼时要不停地投钓线,由此推知,投钓线的时候线会湿。故选D项。abandon放弃; monitor监督; fetch拿来; wet弄湿。
52.B 根据语境和前文“I observed first-hand his insistent, rapid-fire casting technique…”可知,此处是指坚持的重要性。故选B项。kindness善良; insistence坚持;confidence自信; business商业。
53.A 根据语境和前文“I learned early the importance of…and willingness to keep trying different fish food if you wanted to catch them.”可知,此处是指坚持和不停地尝试不同的鱼类食品会相互配合。故选A项。cooperate协作,配合; progress进步;resist抵抗; integrate成为一体,融入。
54.B 根据语境和后文“…I got many awards at college.”可知,此处是指父亲对作者产生影响的结果。故选B项。in surprise 吃惊地;as a result结果;ahead of time提前;in particular尤其。
55.A 根据语境和前文“I applied it…”以及后文“…to whatever job I had as an adult and it made me the person that I am today.”可知,作为一个成年人,“我”有意地把它应用到“我”的工作中,它成就了现在的“我”。故选A项。intentionally有意地,故意地; casually随意地; hesitantly犹豫地;temporarily暂时地。
第二节
【文章大意】 本文是一篇记叙文。文章描述了作者在江苏省苏州和南京这两座城市的旅行体验,展示了这两座城市如何在创新与保护传统之间找到独特的平衡。
56.incredibly 考查副词。修饰形容词fortunate应用副词。故填incredibly。
57.longing 考查非谓语动词。动词left后接复合宾语,动词long和宾语me之间是主动关系,应用其现在分词作宾语补足语。故填longing。
58.To engage 考查非谓语动词。根据句意可知,此处应用动词不定式作目的状语,句首字母大写,故填To engage。
59.where 考查定语从句。分析句子可知,此处引导非限制性定语从句,先行词指物,应用关系副词where引导从句,作地点状语。故填where。
60.exploration 考查名词。根据前文an可知,此处应用名词单数形式作介词on的宾语。故填exploration。
61.storied 考查形容词。修饰名词应用形容词,storied意为“有故事的,有名的”。故填storied。
62.an 考查冠词。后文名词eye为单数可数名词,此处为泛指概念,应用不定冠词限定。innovative发音以元音音素开头,故填an。
63.but 考查连词。not…but“不仅……还”是固定搭配。故填but。
64.to/with 考查介词。contrast to/with“与……的对比”是固定搭配,故填to/with。
65.were occupied 考查动词时态、语态和主谓一致。动词occupy和主语之间是被动关系,根据句意可知,此处描述过去发生的事情,用一般过去时的被动语态。定语从句中主语that指代的先行词是复数,故填were occupied。
第四部分
第一节
One possible version:
Dear Mike,
I’m writing to share with you my recent experience in a labour activity on a farm.
Last Saturday was May Day, when my class participated in the labour practice held in our school. At dawn, we cycled to the farm. On arrival, we were shown around by our teacher and then assigned different tasks. Under the teacher’s patient instructions, we turned over the soil, weeded, planted vegetables like tomatoes and eggplants and watered them. Looking at lines of young green vegetables, the teacher cheerfully said we’d enjoy our self-grown vegetables soon, which filled us with a sense of achievement.
The meaningful activity offered us a chance to learn about farming. Besides, though tired, I did feel the pleasure and value of labour.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节
【思路点拨】 本文以人物为线索展开。文章讲述了一位母亲教导儿子乔恩写感谢信的重要性,并通过实践影响了儿子的生活。母亲强调感谢信不仅是对他人的尊重和感激,也是个人成长和成功的关键。乔恩在面试后写了感谢信,这些信最终帮助他在求职过程中获得了优势。
【详解】
1.段落续写:
①由第一段首句内容“一周后,乔恩接到了公司的电话。”可知,第一段可描写电话的内容——面试官对乔恩印象深刻是因为他的感谢信,同时描述乔恩收到电话后激动的情绪,这让作者感到自豪和宽慰。
②由第二段首句内容“第二天下班后,我在床头柜上发现了一封感谢信。”可知,第二段可描写作者在床头柜上发现了儿子乔恩给她写的感谢信、感谢信的内容以及作者的情绪和感悟。
2.续写线索:乔恩接到面试公司电话—乔恩给作者转述电话内容—面试官因为感谢信对乔恩印象深刻—乔恩面试成功—作者发现床头柜上乔恩写给自己的感谢信—作者介绍信中的内容—作者的感悟
One possible version:
A week later, Jon received a call from the company. Shifting uneasily in his chair(现在分词作状语), he picked up the phone. “Yes, this is Jon,” he said, trying to keep his voice steady(现在分词作状语). I watched him, my heart pounding(独立主格结构). As he continued to speak, his face lit up with an excited smile. When he hung up, he turned to me, eyes shining(独立主格结构). He told me that they were really impressed with his interview(宾语从句), but what really stood out (主语从句) were the thank-you notes. The CEO mentioned that he was touched by the notes and appreciated the effort Jon put into thanking everyone(定语从句), including the receptionist. I felt a rush of pride and relief. I knew it would work.
The next day after work, I found a thank-you note on my bedside table. Surprised(形容词作状语), I picked it up, unfolded it, and was greeted with Jon’s familiar handwriting. It was a thank-you note from Jon. He thanked me for pushing him to do his best and for teaching him the importance of gratitude, which had truly changed his life(定语从句). As I read the note, tears welled up in my eyes. I had always believed in the power of gratitude and a thank-you note, but seeing it come full circle like this (现在分词作主语) was more rewarding than I could have ever imagined. Jon was not only succeeding in his career but also growing into a thoughtful and compassionate man. And that was the greatest gift of all.单元素养测评卷(二)
Unit 2
(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 is Jack looking forward to getting
A.A new T-shirt. B.A new school bag.
C.A new watch.
( )2.How did the woman get her painting
A.She bought it. B.She painted it.
C.Her grandpa gave her it.
( )3.How much will the man pay for the backpack
A.Three dollars. B.Two dollars.
C.Four dollars.
( )4.What concerns the woman most in finding a new house
A.The view. B.The price. C.The size.
( )5.What is the relationship between the speakers
A.Former schoolmates. B.Teacher and student.
C.Neighbours.
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.Where did the woman use her passport last time
A.In a hotel. B.In a police station.
C.In a department store.
( )7.What does the man suggest the woman do first
A.Apply for a new passport.
B.Make a call to the embassy.
C.Report her loss of the passport.
听第7段材料,回答第8至10题。
( )8.What’s the probable relationship between the speakers
A.TV host and guest. B.Teacher and student.
C.Classmates.
( )9.What language is the woman studying now
A.Spanish. B.French. C.English.
( )10.What helped the woman most in learning foreign languages
A.Listening to the radio. B.Studying in the university.
C.Travelling in these countries.
听第8段材料,回答第11至13题。
( )11.What mistake did the woman make
A.She only replaced one kind of desks.
B.She sent the desks to a wrong place.
C.She forgot to send the replacements.
( )12.What did HDC ask the speakers to do
A.Apologize to them. B.Replace all the desks.
C.Give their money back.
( )13.How will the woman solve the problem
A.Explain to them face to face.
B.Call them for their forgiveness.
C.Invite them to visit the company.
听第9段材料,回答第14至17题。
( )14.Why was Mr Philips angry with the woman today
A.She forgot to tell him a message.
B.She has made three bad mistakes.
C.She was late for work.
( )15.What does the man think of the woman
A.Hard-working. B.Bad-tempered.
C.Very careful.
( )16.What has caused the woman to sleep poorly recently
A.Staying up late. B.Being bothered by noise.
C.Feeling stressed at work.
( )17.What will the man do
A.Help the woman with the letter.
B.Call the woman’s neighbour.
C.Talk to Mr Philips.
听第10段材料,回答第18至20题。
( )18.Why is every customer given a clock
A.To keep time when reading a novel.
B.To pay by the minute when leaving.
C.To remind themselves to make full use of time.
( )19.What is Meetin’s coffee shop good for
A.Creative inspiration. B.Saving money.
C.Socializing.
( )20.What is the talk mainly about
A.A new type of coffee shops.
B.The importance of social media.
C.The popularity of coffee shops in Russia.
第二部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A [2024·广东中山高二期末]
Here are four of the most iconic places worldwide. Besides many incredible attractions, these landmarks also have great work exchange opportunities, for those looking to save money or have a unique cultural experience.
Golden Gate Bridge, USA
Known for its rustic red colour, the Golden Gate Bridge was built in the 1930s and was the tallest and longest suspension bridge in the world once. The bridge is one of the best iconic places in San Francisco, and you can stay in the city on a budget by volunteering at a yoga studio.
Banff National Park, Canada
Home to alpine peaks, glacial lakes, and the famous Icefields Parkway scenic drive, Banff is a heaven for lovers of natural beauty and adventure. A cool work exchange to try is this family-run ice cream shop in Twin Butte, just 3.5 hours away from Banff National Park. Stay in a local family home and help with running the shop as well as animal care.
Balboa Park, USA
The Balboa Park is one of the most visited tourist attractions in San Diego, USA.The park is full of history, architecture, art, and beautiful nature. You could spend an entire day exploring this oasis (绿洲) of culture in San Diego. Any experienced videographers visiting San Diego should consider this work exchange!
The Great Pyramid of Giza, Egypt
As the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and the only one that still remains well-preserved today, the Great Pyramid of Giza is a truly fantastic scene. It’s the largest pyramid in Egypt and was built in the early 26th century BC. You can actually work at a guesthouse in Cairo, where you can see the pyramids directly!
( )21.What can we know about the Golden Gate Bridge in the USA
A.The longest bridge in the world.
B.The best scenic spot in San Francisco.
C.Many volunteers at yoga studios.
D.The bridge with almost a century of history.
( )22.What do Banff National Park and Balboa Park have in common
A.Full of amazing natural views.
B.Home to glacial lakes.
C.Suitable for adventurous tours.
D.Ideal sites for videographers.
( )23.What makes the Great Pyramid of Giza truly wonderful
A.Its location and view.
B.Its culture and activities.
C.Its height and history.
D.Its history and preservation.
B
After over a decade of faithful service my old desktop computer finally died. It simply wouldn’t start. With no computer repair places open my daughter talked me into purchasing a new laptop to replace it. What followed was two days of pure frustration. It was like going from driving an old Model T Ford to flying the space shuttle.
After my daughter set it up, I looked for the old e-mail program I used to use, only to find that it wasn’t on this model. When I tried to download the older version again, it wouldn’t work. I also had a terrible time downloading my old word processing program again. Then there were some difficulties of transferring all of my old stories that I had saved on a jump drive. The laptop computer’s fancy new programs were an icon minefield that I had to navigate. Each time I accidentally touched one of them, it changed everything on my screen and I had to work hard to figure out how to change them back. In the end I had screwed up the settings so badly that I asked my daughter to do a reset so we could start over. Finally after two days I think we have set up the new computer to do the few simple things I need it to do so I can ignore the thousand other functions that I have no use for. I only hope it will work as long and faithfully as my old desktop did.
One thing I did learn from all of this is that when it comes to computers and life I want to keep things simple, simple, simple. Life is simple. Love is simple. It is we who make things complicated. Take some time today then to turn off your electronics and turn on your heart. Be a person, not a program. Be yourself, not your “Selfie”. Fill your days with purpose, your years with happiness, and your life with love.
( )24.What was the author’s old computer’s problem
A.It was slow to function.
B.It crashed completely.
C.It was out of date.
D.It kept restarting.
( )25.What made the author frustrated in the following two days
A.She couldn’t forget her old computer.
B.She regretted not repairing her old computer.
C.She didn’t buy a more advanced computer.
D.She had difficulty using the new computer.
( )26.How did the author probably consider the new computer’s thousand other functions
A.Useful.
B.Unnecessary.
C.Disappointing.
D.Challenging.
( )27.What is the author’s purpose in writing the last paragraph
A.To explain her requirements for computers.
B.To stress the importance of technology.
C.To show the development of electronics.
D.To express her attitude to life.
C
Many of us would probably say that lying is a matter of moral choice. But in his philosophy book A History of Lying, Juan Jacinto Mu oz-Rengel takes us in a different direction, which he calls “non-moral”.
He takes several persuasive steps to redirect us. First, he asks us to take into account how we represent reality to ourselves, and how we see it in relation to the self. This requires us to employ awareness of not just the world but also the concepts to describe it to ourselves and others. Moreover, “the reality” we believe we see and know might be an illusion (幻觉). So how do we even know when we’re telling the truth, and when we’re lying about it
His second step is to say that our sense of personal identity should be treated with doubt, since we’re frequently wrong about our own experiences. If continuing personal identity might be an illusion, then the reality we see might be an illusion as well. But we choose to take part like actors in this illusion.
From here Mu oz-Rengel takes a third step towards what he calls “evolutionary epistemology (认识论)”, which shows everything we claim to know should be evaluated through an evolutionary angle. For instance, to stay safe from natural enemies or hunt for food, some animals evolve into being capable of mixing with the surroundings to delude others. The thing is, the species continues through natural selection processes. Equally, we grow myths to explain the natural world and our place in it…As individuals and as societies, various forms of lies are built into our DNA.
The arguments in this book are strongly made, but more than a few of Mu oz-Rengel’s viewpoints need far more evidence as support. But anyhow, in separating the discussion from conventional morality-based studies of lying, he has produced a lively and distinctive work. But still, there is one thing to remember—we perhaps will be liars, but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t ask ourselves when it is acceptable to lie and when it isn’t.
( )28.What can be implied about Mu oz-Rengel’s first persuasive step
A.We can hardly control what we do in real life.
B.We are able to tell illusions from reality.
C.We choose to lie or not in different cases.
D.We tend to see reality in a subjective way.
( )29.Why does Mu oz-Rengel give the examples in Paragraph 4
A.To make a comparison.
B.To clarify a concept.
C.To raise a problem.
D.To change a topic.
( )30.What does the underlined word “delude” in Paragraph 4 probably mean
A.Surprise. B.Trick.
C.Amuse. D.Protect.
( )31.How does the author find the arguments in this book
A.One-sided but convincing.
B.Conventional but impressive.
C.Poorly-based but novel.
D.Serious but understandable.
D
Studies have shown the mere exposure effect, also referred to as the familiarity principle, inspires our decisions. It is a helpful psychological mechanism that helps us sustain our energy and focus our attention on other things. Getting used to new things takes effort and it can be exhausting. So unless we have a terrible experience, we are likely to buy from companies we’ve got used to. That is why companies spend so much money on advertising and marketing and why insurance companies openly charge existing customers more than new ones.
It’s not the case that we only desire things we already know. Some studies suggest when invited to share our preferences, we sometimes see less familiar options as more desirable. But when acting on that preference, we fall back to what we know. This might explain why sometimes the things we want and the things we do don’t quite match up. We might even return to companies that treated us poorly in the past or stay in bad relationships.
It’s easy to paint the familiarity principle as an enemy or something to battle as if it is something that holds us back from living our dreams. But this attitude might be overwhelming because it tends to encourage us towards big-picture thinking. Where we imagine that change requires a substantial dramatic swing that we don’t feel ready for. Some articles suggest the solution to familiarity frustration is complete exposure to novelty. While this can appear effective in the short run, we may only end up replacing one problem with another. It also risks overwhelming and burnout.
So what if we can work with the familiarity principle instead Familiarity is something we can learn to play with and enjoy. It is a setting for creativity and a pathway to expansion. We can broaden the zone of familiarity bit by bit. If we think of familiarity as something that can expand, we can consider changing the conditions in and around our lives to make more space for our preferences to take root and grow gently. From here, we will start to make decisions, drawing from an ever-deepening pool of valuable options.
( )32.What allows insurance companies to charge old customers more
A.The improved service.
B.The advertising cost.
C.The familiarity principle.
D.The law of the market.
( )33.What can be learned from Paragraph 2
A.Our preferences affect our decisions.
B.Familiarity tends to generate disrespect.
C.The familiarity principle is a double-edged sword.
D.There can be a mismatch between desires and actions.
( )34.What is the author’s attitude towards the solution in some articles
A.Disapproving. B.Tolerant.
C.Objective. D.Reserved.
( )35.Which of the following is the best title for the text
A.Step out of your familiarity zone
B.Spare a thought for your preference
C.Gently expand your familiarity zone
D.Give priority to the mere exposure effect
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
[2024·江苏南通高二期末]
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。
How to overcome challenges when learning from failure
Failure is a bitter pill to swallow, isn’t it But, it’s often in the most difficult moments, in the ashes of defeat, that we find our greatest opportunities for growth. 36. This guide will look into the common challenges associated with learning from failure and how to overcome them.
Dealing with emotional stress and burnout
Failure often comes with a heavy emotional burden. 37. The first step in overcoming this challenge is acknowledging these emotions. It’s okay to feel disappointed—but don’t let your failure define you. Instead, view it as a temporary setback, not an endpoint.
Maintaining focus and vision
After a failure, it’s easy to lose sight of your original vision. But maintaining your focus on your long-term goals is critical. Take a step back, reflect on your vision, and rearrange your strategies accordingly. Yes, you might need to adjust your plans or timelines, but don’t let failure ruin your overall vision. 38.
Continuous learning and skill development
The greatest lesson from failure is the opportunity to learn. Develop a growth mindset and invest in continuous learning—attend workshops, read books, or take online courses. 39. Analyse your mistakes, draw lessons, and use those insights to refine your strategies. With each failure, you’re beginning with more experience.
Accepting failure as a pathway to success
40. It’s merely a detour on the road to success. It offers an incomparable opportunity for growth and innovation. By addressing these challenges with the right mindset, you can transform your setbacks into comebacks and transform failure into your stepping stone towards success.
A.Learning from failure can be complicated.
B.Don’t forget that failure itself is a teacher.
C.To strike this balance, make data-driven decisions.
D.You can adapt to changes and avoid the same mistakes.
E.You kicked off this journey for a reason—hold onto that.
F.Failure is not the opposite of success—it’s a part of it.
G.Feelings of inadequacy, stress, and fear can quickly lead to burnout.
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·福建福州第二中学高二期末]
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。
My father, Paul Andrew Figura, was a die-hard fisherman. In my 41 , we went out fishing in all kinds of weather, catching and missing nearly every fish in countless waterways.
Whenever we 42 , Mum would ask: “What time will you be back ” “When we can’t see the 43 ,” Dad would respond. He often 44 it. Sometimes Dad would ask me to 45 some food and water and we’d fish the entire day. I observed first-hand his insistent, rapid-fire casting technique, which he credited as a(n) 46 factor behind his success. It was one 47 after another after another.
The greatest life lesson that Dad taught me involved dealing with those times when the fish weren’t 48 . Days when the weather was awful, when the mosquitoes were biting, when my hands were cold. Times when I just wanted to 49 and go home. Dad’s 50 “Son, you’re not going to catch any fish unless you 51 your line. Keep casting,” he’d say.
I learned early the importance of 52 and willingness to keep trying different fish food if you wanted to catch them. Sooner or later they’d 53 . I took that same attitude into my school work. 54 , I got many awards at college. I applied it 55 to whatever job I had as an adult and it made me the person that I am today.
( )41.A.dream B.career
C.childhood D.adulthood
( )42.A.got up B.reached out
C.stepped back D.set off
( )43.A.camps B.lines
C.tracks D.cottages
( )44.A.forgot B.rejected
C.recalled D.meant
( )45.A.make B.pack
C.heat D.freeze
( )46.A.cultural B.random
C.major D.external
( )47.A.cast B.step
C.strike D.risk
( )48.A.swimming B.dancing
C.gathering D.biting
( )49.A.wander B.play
C.quit D.sleep
( )50.A.response B.intention
C.evaluation D.situation
( )51.A.abandon B.monitor
C.fetch D.wet
( )52.A.kindness B.insistence
C.confidence D.business
( )53.A.cooperate B.progress
C.resist D.integrate
( )54.A.In surprise B.As a result
C.Ahead of time D.In particular
( )55.A.intentionally B.casually
C.hesitantly D.temporarily
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Jiangsu, known for its unique blend of innovation and preservation, is a true treasure. I was 56. (incredible) fortunate to journey through the cities of Suzhou and Nanjing, both of which left me fascinated with their true impressiveness and eagerly 57. (long) to explore further.
My first stop was Suzhou. 58. (engage) myself in the local industrial atmosphere, I chose a hotel in the “industrial park”, 59. the coexistence of advanced manufacturing and natural beauty was most evident, as it was situated on the edge of a scenic lake, embraced by a vibrant landscape. As I adventured into the heart of the city, the Old Town’s ancient waterways led me on an 60. (explore) of history, and the classical gardens offered a glimpse into a 61. (story) past. However, what truly amazed me was the “energy of Suzhou” represented by its people who have enormous respect for their city’s time-honoured history as well as 62. innovative eye on the future.
Actually, the mindset of modernization with deep respect for the past isn’t only unique to Suzhou 63. an indicative factor of Nanjing. High-rises decorate the city’s skyline, creating a distinct contrast 64. the ancient neighbourhoods, temples, and buildings that 65. (occupy) previously by people. I never anticipated my expectations would be blown out of the water by “a tale of two cities”.
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分) [2024·湖南衡阳高二期末]
假如你是李华,上周末你和班上同学去农场参加了一次劳动实践活动,请你给美国朋友Mike写一封邮件分享这次活动。内容包括:
1.活动过程;
2.你的感受。
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;
2.请按如下格式在相应位置作答。
Dear Mike,
I’m writing to share with you my recent experience in a labour activity on a farm.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分) [2024·浙江浙南名校高二期末]
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。
“Did you write your thank-you notes ” I asked my son, Jon.
“No, not yet, mum,” Jon replied, rolling his eyes.
He promised to do it when he got back from Kim’s house. However, I demanded that he not leave the house until he finished writing a note to everyone he came in contact with during the job interview.
“Even the receptionist who was rude to me ” Jon asked with a confused expression.
“Especially her!”
Jon was home on the Christmas break from college and had just finished interviewing with his first-choice company in Cleveland, Ohio. It was a rare opportunity considering that jobs were in short supply.
The power of a thank-you note is something I drilled into my boy from the time he was old enough to hold a pencil. It didn’t matter if it was for a birthday, Christmas or graduation. Every gift had to be acknowledged with sincere gratitude within twenty-four hours.
Growing up, my mum was a stickler for thank-you notes. But she phrased it in such a way that it came across not as a threat but as a privilege. She’d say, “Your words of sincere gratitude have the power to change someone’s life for the better—even if it’s just for a moment.” Her advice changed my life, and it was my hope that it would change Jon’s life as well.
After an hour, Jon emerged from his room and handed over eight thank-you notes. To my delight, they were all sincere and heartfelt, even the one to the receptionist who had been less than friendly. Before Jon left to visit Kim, he turned to me and announced that he was pretty sure a thank-you note to the CEO or the receptionist wasn’t going to land him the job. With a smile, I told him to wait and see.
Jon was twenty-one years old, and I felt foolish telling a grown man what to do, but I also didn’t want him living in our basement for the rest of his life!
注意: 续写词数应为150个左右。
Paragraph 1:
A week later, Jon received a call from the company.
Paragraph 2:
The next day after work, I found a thank-you note on my bedside table.
