山东省泰安第一中学2024-2025学年高二上学期10月月考英语试卷(含答案)

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山东省泰安第一中学2024-2025学年高二上学期10月月考英语试卷
考试用时:120分钟 本卷满分 150分
注意事项:
1. 答题前,考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号、座位号填写在答题卡上。
2. 回答选择题时,选出每小题答案后,用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动,用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时,将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
3. 考试结束后,将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第二部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第三部分 第一节 (15小题;每题2.5分,满分37.5分)读短文,从A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Best Hollywood Tours
Big Bus Tours Los Angeles
Price: $ 47. 20 for adults; $ 39. 20 for kids
Duration: 2 hours
TMZ, known for its celebrity news-fueled television show and website, operates this bus tour that takes travelers through Hollywood in the hopes of seeing their favorite celebrities. During the two-hour trip, TMZ guides will take you to celebrity hang-outs in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and more. The guides even bring video cameras in case a passing celebrity is willing to give an interview.
Ultimate Hollywood Tours
Price: $ 44 for adults; $ 34 for kids
Duration: 2 hours
Keep your eyes peeled for Hollywood A-listers on this two-hour open-top bus tour, which promises to drive by dozens of celebrity homes. The bus will also cruise down Rodeo Drive and pass by the Hollywood Walk of Fame landmark and the Dolby Theatre, among other celebrity haunts (常去的地方). Visitors appreciate the guides’ sense of humor and knowledge. They also say this is an excellent way to see the major attractions in Hollywood in a short amount of time.
The Real Los Angeles Tours
Price: $ 40
Duration: 2 hours
During this historic walking tour, travelers will learn why Hollywood was selected by movie industry pioneers in the early 20th century. The two-hour tour also stops at unique sights, such as the oldest house in Hollywood. But major attractions aren’t forgotten either: You can expect to see the Capitol Records Building, the Dolby Theatre and the Hollywood Walk of Fame, among other sights. Reviewers enjoy the informative guides, and even locals say they discover things they never knew about the city.
Open Bus Tours
Price: $ 35
Duration: 2 hours
Admire the mansions of Hollywood’s rich and famous as you wind through LA’s posh neighborhoods on this two-hour, open-air bus tour. Then, pass by iconic sights, such as the Hollywood sign and Mulholland Drive, before cruising along Rodeo Drive, the Sunset Strip and other well-known Hollywood locales. Most reviewers give the tour high marks, applauding the amusing and informative guides.
1. How much should Mr. and Mrs. Green pay if they take on Big Bus Tours Los Angeles
A. $47. 2 B. $78. 4 C. $86. 4 D. $94. 4
2. What is special with The Real Los Angeles Tours
A. It is a walking tour. B. Tourists are charged most.
C. Tourists take on open bus. D. They are arranged to meet movie stars.
3. Which should you take if you want to visit the Sunset Strip
A. Big Bus Tours Los Angeles. B. Ultimate Hollywood Tours.
C. The Real Los Angeles Tours. D. Open Bus Tours.
B
Born with a disability in her right leg, Mei faced numerous challenges in her daily life. Regardless, Mei refused to let her disability define her.
From a young age, Mei harbored a deep passion for painting. With the support of her loving family, she transformed her wheelchair into a mobile easel (画架), allowing her to create art wherever she went. Every stroke (笔画) of her brush was like a witness to her growth.
As Mei grew older, her talent attracted the attention of the local community. Encouraged by their support, she decided to pursue her dreams of becoming a professional artist. However, Mei soon encountered doubt from others, even her childhood best friends, who questioned her ability to succeed in the art world.
Instead of backing up, Mei pressed on, expressing her frustration (沮丧) into her artwork. Her paintings were beautiful, reflecting the beauty she saw in the world around her. Through her art, Mei found a sense of purpose, proving to herself and others that disabilities could not put out the fire of creativity.
Eventually, Mei received an invitation to showcase her artwork at Guggenheim Museum in New York. Wild with joy, she was unsure if she was ready to face the judgement of the art world. With the support of her family and friends, Mei decided to seize the opportunity.
The show was a great success. Through Mei’s journey, she was able to reach thousands of other people with disabilities who would benefit from her experience. That’s why she is still pressing on and fighting—not because she’s broken, but because she not only has an opportunity to fully achieve her potentials as a disabled person but also the will to inspire everyone else around her.
4. What did Mei face when she decided to become an artist
A. Apologies from her best friends. B. Distrust in her ability to succeed.
C. Attention to her painting techniques. D. Congratulations on her instant success.
5. How did Mei feel when she got invited by the Guggenheim Museum
A. Saddened. B. Astonished. C. Uncertain. D. Embarrassed.
6. Now that her show was a success, Mei pressed on because of her ______.
A. pursuit to be a professional B. willingness to inspire others
C. power to transform disabilities D. aim to make her experience known
7. What would be the best title of the passage
A. A Challenging Life: Mei’s Story of Determination.
B. From Failure to Victory: Mei’s Valuable Life Lesson.
C. Rejecting Limits: Mei’s Story and Her Artistic Success.
D. Journey of Inspiration: Mei’s Determination to Help Others.
C
Have you ever been somewhere truly free from the sounds of humankind We become immune to the sounds of distant traffic and especially the subtle (不易觉察的) hum of planes high above in the sky, but there are few places that don’t have some form of noise pollution.
Noise pollution is noise that has surpassed surrounding noise levels and has a harmful impact on humans and animals. This type of pollution is generated by humans and is a form of environmental degradation (恶化). It can serve as a source of stress on fauna (动物群), which can have negative effects on animal welfare, and can even cause behavioral changes in birds, according to a study on the impacts of noise pollution on birds.
Noise pollution can be problematic when frequencies that are produced disrupt information transmission in animals, specifically animals that use similar frequencies to communicate. These disturbances can also lead to higher anti-predator behaviors in situations that don’t require it, as well as change species vocalization (发声), increase stress and stress related diseases, and have the potential to decrease populations.
Trees can be used against noise pollution, according to an investigation on the effects of leaves, branches, and canopies (树冠) on noise pollution. By decreasing the area in which noise is made and increasing tree presence with tree belts of at least 12 meters, trees could serve as a noise barrier in urban areas. Another study found that tree belts with a width of 30 meters could be planted on the roadside and have more than 6dB reduction of noise than a grassland would. The conclusion was that more trees, branches, and leaves could reduce noise pollution.
Regulations have also been placed in the US statewide and by local governments to reduce noise pollution. New York, for example, has a regulation that looks at occupational noise exposure; this ranges from monitoring noise to providing personal protective equipment. Many states and local governments in the US have their own regulations regarding noise pollution: however, many focus on the human impacts that noise pollution has and not the environmental impacts.
8. What does the author want to tell us in Paragraph 1
A. Noise pollution widely exists. B. Humans aren’t impacted by noise.
C. It is hard for humans to hear plane noises. D. Lots of places are free from noise pollution.
9. What impact does noise pollution have on animals
A. It can relieve them from stress in life. B. It can cause much trouble to their hearing.
C. It can cause them to behave abnormally. D. It can prevent them from making any sound.
10. What does Paragraph 4 mainly tell us about
A Trees can be used to reduce noise pollution.
B. A study carried out by scientists on noise pollution.
C. The function of leaves, tree branches and canopies.
D. The differences between tree belts and grassland.
11. What can we infer from the last paragraph
A. The US has spared great efforts to deal with pollution.
B. Different states share the same regulations on in the US.
C. All government levels take pollution seriously in the US.
D. Noise pollution has drawn great attention in the States.
D
What would happen to you if you fell into a black hole Some physicists believe you would burn up the moment you entered one. Einstein’s general theory of relativity predicts that you would pass through, unaware that you were lost to the rest of the universe.
Black holes have a bottom, but you wouldn’t live to see it. Gravity, as you fell, would grow stronger. The pull on your feet, if you were falling feet first, would be so much greater than the pull on your head that you would be stretched until you were torn apart. But pieces of you would reach the bottom. From there, some physicists believe that those pieces that once were you could end up in another universe.
However, nobody has ever seen or will see a black hole. A black hole is invisible, a blank spot in space, but scientists are able to know its existence by the effect it has on things around it. For example, if an object comes close to a black hole, it should be possible to see the powerful gravity of the black hole trying to pull the object in. In fact, this is exactly what scientists are planning to do: to observe one while it eats a very large object.
The black hole at the center of the Milky Way galaxy is peaceful but is currently pulling a gas cloud toward itself fast. As the gas cloud begins to enter the black hole, telescopes will be able to take a picture of a black hole in action. This will be the best proof so far that black holes certainly exist.
A black hole is an eater. The nearer objects get to it, the hotter they become. Black holes also spin (旋转), and the extreme heat and spinning break up and expel large amounts of matter at extremely high temperatures. This heated matter flies through space, away from the hole at unbelievable speed. It can travel millions of light-years straight through a galaxy. The material then cools, comes together, and eventually forms new stars around the galaxy, thus the birth of new universes.
12. According to paragraph 2, what is the consequence of falling into a black hole
A. Being reduced to pieces. B. Being stretched into a single piece.
C. Being burned in another universe. D. Being pulled to the bottom instantly.
13. Why does the author use the example in paragraph 3
A. To prove that no one can see a black hole.
B. To show that black holes can in fact be detected.
C. To observe while a black hole eats a huge object.
D. To see the powerful gravity a black hole possesses.
14. What’s the meaning of the underlined word in the last paragraph
A. Set up. B. Take in. C. Throw off. D. Call for.
15. What’s the main idea of this passage
A. What a black hole is and its various aspects.
B. Why a black hole is invisible and its final discovery.
C. How a black hole is formed and its unknown mysteries.
D. When a black hole bears a universe and its amazing origin.
第二节(共5小题;每小题2. 5分,满分12. 5分)
根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
The voice within can be your inside guidance system toward development and optimism. But sometimes, that inner dialogue also presents a critical voice that points out shortcomings, limits and concerns. ____16____
●Identify negative thoughts. ____17____ So you must first learn how to identify these thoughts to break the bad cycle of negative thought patterns. It is important for you to write down any negative thought that may be coming to your mind. You may replace negative thoughts with healthy ones as you begin to change your way of thinking.
●____18____ If you want to live a happy and fulfilling life, it’s vital to surround yourself with people who want to see you do good and support your highest self. Spend a lot of time together with friends who express healthy thoughts and a positive mindset, and then your own thought pattern can be positively influenced.
●Shift your mindset toward growth. A growth mindset is a belief that your talents will develop over time. A person with a growth mindset tends to be less likely to suffer mental health problems than someone with a fixed mindset. People with a fixed mindset tend to become stuck in their ways, with repetitive thoughts circling around their heads. ____19____ It can guide them toward happiness and success.
●Choose to respond rather than react. Often, when people feel touched, they react without thinking. ____20____ However, by choosing to respond mindfully rather than react, you are controlling your thoughts in a healthy way. So next time you notice a powerful thought coming up, take a moment to reflect before reacting.
A. Choose your friend circle wisely.
B. Spend much time with all kinds of friends.
C. Here are some ways to train your inner voice.
D. It is easy to change your way of thinking and mindset.
E. This usually ends with saying something they may regret.
F. People who lack confidence can allow negative thoughts to guide them.
G. However, those who develop a growth mindset often express determination.
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)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
The polar bear was a tiny point in a frozen white world. A film crew began to follow at a distance, gradually getting____21____, hoping to get a good picture. However, when the bear found itself being followed, it came to a hole in the ice and lay there still. So the crew had to ____22____ outside.
For 12 hours the bear lay half asleep, half ____23____ without a move. It was too long; the crew had been working for 22 hours ____24____ on the sea ice. Cold and exhausted, they ____25____ defeat.
Hours of waiting for little reward is not____26____. “It’s the price we pay to get unique images,” says award-winning photographer Florian Ledoux. “It is a ____27____ for us to get each shot in Arctic — we push our limits.” The battle is intense especially during winter:____28____ darkness affects your mood, the lack of routine____29____ your body clock, you are forever fighting the bitter cold, and everything you touch with_____30_____ hands sticks to your skin. However_____31_____ your clothes are, the cold bites through.
An Arctic photographer for years, Ledoux has witnessed the significant _____32_____ there. It is heating up, causing ice to melt and _____33_____ the whole ecosystem. “Am I just photographing No,” he says. “I try to catch some unique beauty of _____34_____, to give a voice to the one that can not _____35_____.”
21. A. easier B. larger C. closer D. darker
22. A. dig B. dive C. jump D. wait
23. A. awake B. alive C. aware D. alone
24. A. forward B. straight C. more D. later
25. A. overcame B. forgot C. imagined D. acknowledged
26. A. unnecessary B. uncertain C. uncommon D. unfortunate
27. A. bonus B. battle C. chance D. lesson
28. A. Endless B. Aimless C. Windless D. Countless
29. A. wakes up B. follows up C. messes up D. winds up
30. A. bare B. empty C. rough D. cold
31. A. dear B. stylish C. thick D. heavy
32. A. change B. landscape C. accident D. advance
33. A. developing B. reforming C. monitoring D. threatening
34. A. art B. nature C. ice D. space
35. A. run B. see C. hear D. speak
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。
One of the most outstanding treasures of the best-preserved ancient walled city in China - Pingyao Ancient City in Pingyao county Shanxi province - is the wall itself.
The wall, first built about 2,800 years ago, ____36____( rebuild) and expanded in 1370 using the old-fashioned method of rammed (夯实的) earth inside and gray bricks on the outside. Over the ____37____(follow) 500 years in the Ming and Qing dynasties, the wall had been repaired 26 times. Now___38___(stand) 12 meters tall, it’s 6.4 kilometers in perimeter and, on average, five meters wide.
In October 2021, heavy rain hit Pingyao, causing the wall to collapse in 61 places.The rain lasted too long - nonstop for three days and nights - ___39___the rammed soil inside drew too much water. The proportion of water reached 20 to 25 percent. Experts from the National Cultural Heritage Administration said that it was hard for the wall to avoid such____40____(nature) disasters. Fortunately, the parts restored over the past decade by the government, ____41____(most) on the east side of the wall, stayed in good condition.
As ____42____experienced restorer of the city wall, Shao Yang holds the view ____43____the ancient wall is a cultural symbol, protecting it is everyone’s responsibility. However, he admits that the____44____ (restore) of it is very challenging and needs a long time. After all, it is hard for people to tell the situation inside the wall only by judging from _____45_____ (it) surface.
四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节 (满分 15 分)
46. 假如你是李华,国庆期间你们城市在南湖公园举办了一场“国庆赏菊活动”(National Day Chrysanthemum Appreciation Event),现在请你为你校英语报写一篇报道:内容包括:
1:活动的时间、地点
2:活动的盛况
3:活动的意义
提示
1. 词数100左右
2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯
National Day Chrysanthemum Appreciation Event
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第二节(满分25分)
47. 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。
The Smile
If there is anything that I could remember distinctly till date in my life, it is my mother’s smile. It was her smile that made me get ready to school, go with confidence to face all my challenges at school and be successful. Her smile did all the magic.
I was in grade 7 and was the topper of my class in academics, sports, speech contests, singing, music…. Friends surrounded me everywhere and I was the star of the school. Everyone who met my parents always had these words to say, “You have a very talented child. You are very lucky.” I was filled with happiness and pride and I knew that I had made my parents very happy.
My ambitions grew and I wanted to have nothing but the best in my life. Things were fine until one day. I came back home with an award I won in the elocution (朗诵) competition at school. Filled with pride, I gave it to my mother and waited for her beautiful smile. She smiled and congratulated me and asked, “Did your friends participate in the competition What were their positions in the competition ” I was a little annoyed. In fact, I do not even remember who was second and third or who participated. I told her that I was very tired and did not remember everything.
I started noticing a change in my mother, especially her smile. It was not the same lovely smile that I used to see. One day, when I was getting ready for the sports competition, she asked why I was not practicing with my friends. I told her that I was meant to be the first and I had no business to be with friends who are not ambitious. My mother patiently told me that I have forgotten to enjoy the simple little things in life like laughing and smiling, spending time and helping my friends in their difficulty, being their support. She said that a human being becomes a good person not with their success but with the love that he/she shares with one another and by achieving together.
注意:
1. 续写词数应为150左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
I was on the track field the next day at school, ready to run the 200m running race.
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I realized they were cheering not for the winners but for my friend and me.
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答案版
2023级 高二上学期学情检测
英 语 试 卷
考试用时:120分钟 本卷满分 150分
2024.10
注意事项:
1. 答题前,考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号、座位号填写在答题卡上。
2. 回答选择题时,选出每小题答案后,用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动,用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时,将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
3. 考试结束后,将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
做题时,先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后,你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
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. Whose English may be the poorest
A. Dick’s. B. Lucy’s. C. Nancy’s.
2. What does the man mean
A. He’ ll have the car repaired. B. The car isn’t worth repairing.
C. He thinks the repair fee is low.
3. Which place does the woman want to visit next time
A. Paris. B. Beijing. C. Rome.
4. What can the woman eat on the trip
A. Chocolate. B. Nuts. C. Fruit.
5. When will the speakers set off for the airport
A. At 4: 30 pm. B. At 5: 00 pm. C. At 6: 30 pm.
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. Why is the man writing a letter
A. To contact Ben. B. To apply for a job. C. To help a friend.
7. What does the woman say about Ben
A. He is too proud. B. He works very hard. C. He gets on well with kids.
听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
8. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In the library. B. In the classroom. C. In the teacher’s office.
9. What will the speakers do next
A. Go to read. B. Have a class. C. Talk to their teacher.
听第8段材料,回答第10至12题。
10. Who is the man probably speaking to
A. A doctor. B. An assistant. C. A manager.
11. What is the man’s problem
A. His ears are ringing. B. He is in serious pain. C. Something is stuck in his ears.
12. When can the man probably see the doctor
A. At 4: 00 pm. B. At 4: 20 pm. C. At 4: 30 pm.
听第9段材料,回答第13至16题。
13 What do we know about the house
A. It contains all things the woman wants. B. Its front door can be opened without a key.
C. The robot in it can help the woman buy things.
14. How can the woman deal with the washing in this home system
A. By doing it herself physically. B. By booking the washing machine.
C. By using the robot to do it for her.
15. What does the woman think of the house
A. It is safe enough. B. It is too expensive. C. It is worth buying.
16. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Reporter and manager. B. Customer and salesman. C. Housewife and shopkeeper.
听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。
17. What was the previous record for the number of countries visited
A. 2 countries in a day. B. 17 countries in a day. C. 19 countries in a day.
18. What did the three persons do throughout the journey
A. Physically set foot in each country. B. Staying in one country for two nights.
C. Enjoy beautiful scenery for a long time.
19. Why did the three persons fail to go to the 20th country
A. The weather was terrible. B. They had no time to spare.
C. They were too tired to go farther.
20. Which country was their last stop as the persons had planned
A. Greece. B. Liechtenstein. C. Italy.
第二部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第三部分 第一节 (15小题;每题2.5分,满分37.5分)读短文,从A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Best Hollywood Tours
Big Bus Tours Los Angeles
Price: $ 47. 20 for adults; $ 39. 20 for kids
Duration: 2 hours
TMZ, known for its celebrity news-fueled television show and website, operates this bus tour that takes travelers through Hollywood in the hopes of seeing their favorite celebrities. During the two-hour trip, TMZ guides will take you to celebrity hang-outs in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and more. The guides even bring video cameras in case a passing celebrity is willing to give an interview.
Ultimate Hollywood Tours
Price: $ 44 for adults; $ 34 for kids
Duration: 2 hours
Keep your eyes peeled for Hollywood A-listers on this two-hour open-top bus tour, which promises to drive by dozens of celebrity homes. The bus will also cruise down Rodeo Drive and pass by the Hollywood Walk of Fame landmark and the Dolby Theatre, among other celebrity haunts (常去的地方). Visitors appreciate the guides’ sense of humor and knowledge. They also say this is an excellent way to see the major attractions in Hollywood in a short amount of time.
The Real Los Angeles Tours
Price: $ 40
Duration: 2 hours
During this historic walking tour, travelers will learn why Hollywood was selected by movie industry pioneers in the early 20th century. The two-hour tour also stops at unique sights, such as the oldest house in Hollywood. But major attractions aren’t forgotten either: You can expect to see the Capitol Records Building, the Dolby Theatre and the Hollywood Walk of Fame, among other sights. Reviewers enjoy the informative guides, and even locals say they discover things they never knew about the city.
Open Bus Tours
Price: $ 35
Duration: 2 hours
Admire the mansions of Hollywood’s rich and famous as you wind through LA’s posh neighborhoods on this two-hour, open-air bus tour. Then, pass by iconic sights, such as the Hollywood sign and Mulholland Drive, before cruising along Rodeo Drive, the Sunset Strip and other well-known Hollywood locales. Most reviewers give the tour high marks, applauding the amusing and informative guides.
1. How much should Mr. and Mrs. Green pay if they take on Big Bus Tours Los Angeles
A. $47. 2 B. $78. 4 C. $86. 4 D. $94. 4
2. What is special with The Real Los Angeles Tours
A. It is a walking tour. B. Tourists are charged most.
C. Tourists take on open bus. D. They are arranged to meet movie stars.
3. Which should you take if you want to visit the Sunset Strip
A. Big Bus Tours Los Angeles. B. Ultimate Hollywood Tours.
C. The Real Los Angeles Tours. D. Open Bus Tours.
【答案】1. D 2. A 3. D
B
Born with a disability in her right leg, Mei faced numerous challenges in her daily life. Regardless, Mei refused to let her disability define her.
From a young age, Mei harbored a deep passion for painting. With the support of her loving family, she transformed her wheelchair into a mobile easel (画架), allowing her to create art wherever she went. Every stroke (笔画) of her brush was like a witness to her growth.
As Mei grew older, her talent attracted the attention of the local community. Encouraged by their support, she decided to pursue her dreams of becoming a professional artist. However, Mei soon encountered doubt from others, even her childhood best friends, who questioned her ability to succeed in the art world.
Instead of backing up, Mei pressed on, expressing her frustration (沮丧) into her artwork. Her paintings were beautiful, reflecting the beauty she saw in the world around her. Through her art, Mei found a sense of purpose, proving to herself and others that disabilities could not put out the fire of creativity.
Eventually, Mei received an invitation to showcase her artwork at Guggenheim Museum in New York. Wild with joy, she was unsure if she was ready to face the judgement of the art world. With the support of her family and friends, Mei decided to seize the opportunity.
The show was a great success. Through Mei’s journey, she was able to reach thousands of other people with disabilities who would benefit from her experience. That’s why she is still pressing on and fighting—not because she’s broken, but because she not only has an opportunity to fully achieve her potentials as a disabled person but also the will to inspire everyone else around her.
4. What did Mei face when she decided to become an artist
A. Apologies from her best friends. B. Distrust in her ability to succeed.
C. Attention to her painting techniques. D. Congratulations on her instant success.
5. How did Mei feel when she got invited by the Guggenheim Museum
A. Saddened. B. Astonished. C. Uncertain. D. Embarrassed.
6. Now that her show was a success, Mei pressed on because of her ______.
A. pursuit to be a professional B. willingness to inspire others
C. power to transform disabilities D. aim to make her experience known
7. What would be the best title of the passage
A. A Challenging Life: Mei’s Story of Determination.
B. From Failure to Victory: Mei’s Valuable Life Lesson.
C. Rejecting Limits: Mei’s Story and Her Artistic Success.
D. Journey of Inspiration: Mei’s Determination to Help Others.
【答案】4. B 5. C 6. B 7. C
C
Have you ever been somewhere truly free from the sounds of humankind We become immune to the sounds of distant traffic and especially the subtle (不易觉察的) hum of planes high above in the sky, but there are few places that don’t have some form of noise pollution.
Noise pollution is noise that has surpassed surrounding noise levels and has a harmful impact on humans and animals. This type of pollution is generated by humans and is a form of environmental degradation (恶化). It can serve as a source of stress on fauna (动物群), which can have negative effects on animal welfare, and can even cause behavioral changes in birds, according to a study on the impacts of noise pollution on birds.
Noise pollution can be problematic when frequencies that are produced disrupt information transmission in animals, specifically animals that use similar frequencies to communicate. These disturbances can also lead to higher anti-predator behaviors in situations that don’t require it, as well as change species vocalization (发声), increase stress and stress related diseases, and have the potential to decrease populations.
Trees can be used against noise pollution, according to an investigation on the effects of leaves, branches, and canopies (树冠) on noise pollution. By decreasing the area in which noise is made and increasing tree presence with tree belts of at least 12 meters, trees could serve as a noise barrier in urban areas. Another study found that tree belts with a width of 30 meters could be planted on the roadside and have more than 6dB reduction of noise than a grassland would. The conclusion was that more trees, branches, and leaves could reduce noise pollution.
Regulations have also been placed in the US statewide and by local governments to reduce noise pollution. New York, for example, has a regulation that looks at occupational noise exposure; this ranges from monitoring noise to providing personal protective equipment. Many states and local governments in the US have their own regulations regarding noise pollution: however, many focus on the human impacts that noise pollution has and not the environmental impacts.
8. What does the author want to tell us in Paragraph 1
A. Noise pollution widely exists. B. Humans aren’t impacted by noise.
C. It is hard for humans to hear plane noises. D. Lots of places are free from noise pollution.
9. What impact does noise pollution have on animals
A. It can relieve them from stress in life. B. It can cause much trouble to their hearing.
C. It can cause them to behave abnormally. D. It can prevent them from making any sound.
10. What does Paragraph 4 mainly tell us about
A Trees can be used to reduce noise pollution.
B. A study carried out by scientists on noise pollution.
C. The function of leaves, tree branches and canopies.
D. The differences between tree belts and grassland.
11. What can we infer from the last paragraph
A. The US has spared great efforts to deal with pollution.
B. Different states share the same regulations on in the US.
C. All government levels take pollution seriously in the US.
D. Noise pollution has drawn great attention in the States.
【答案】8. A 9. C 10. A 11. D
D
What would happen to you if you fell into a black hole Some physicists believe you would burn up the moment you entered one. Einstein’s general theory of relativity predicts that you would pass through, unaware that you were lost to the rest of the universe.
Black holes have a bottom, but you wouldn’t live to see it. Gravity, as you fell, would grow stronger. The pull on your feet, if you were falling feet first, would be so much greater than the pull on your head that you would be stretched until you were torn apart. But pieces of you would reach the bottom. From there, some physicists believe that those pieces that once were you could end up in another universe.
However, nobody has ever seen or will see a black hole. A black hole is invisible, a blank spot in space, but scientists are able to know its existence by the effect it has on things around it. For example, if an object comes close to a black hole, it should be possible to see the powerful gravity of the black hole trying to pull the object in. In fact, this is exactly what scientists are planning to do: to observe one while it eats a very large object.
The black hole at the center of the Milky Way galaxy is peaceful but is currently pulling a gas cloud toward itself fast. As the gas cloud begins to enter the black hole, telescopes will be able to take a picture of a black hole in action. This will be the best proof so far that black holes certainly exist.
A black hole is an eater. The nearer objects get to it, the hotter they become. Black holes also spin (旋转), and the extreme heat and spinning break up and expel large amounts of matter at extremely high temperatures. This heated matter flies through space, away from the hole at unbelievable speed. It can travel millions of light-years straight through a galaxy. The material then cools, comes together, and eventually forms new stars around the galaxy, thus the birth of new universes.
12. According to paragraph 2, what is the consequence of falling into a black hole
A. Being reduced to pieces. B. Being stretched into a single piece.
C. Being burned in another universe. D. Being pulled to the bottom instantly.
13. Why does the author use the example in paragraph 3
A. To prove that no one can see a black hole.
B. To show that black holes can in fact be detected.
C. To observe while a black hole eats a huge object.
D. To see the powerful gravity a black hole possesses.
14. What’s the meaning of the underlined word in the last paragraph
A. Set up. B. Take in. C. Throw off. D. Call for.
15. What’s the main idea of this passage
A. What a black hole is and its various aspects.
B. Why a black hole is invisible and its final discovery.
C. How a black hole is formed and its unknown mysteries.
D. When a black hole bears a universe and its amazing origin.
【答案】12. A 13. B 14. C 15. A
第二节(共5小题;每小题2. 5分,满分12. 5分)
根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
The voice within can be your inside guidance system toward development and optimism. But sometimes, that inner dialogue also presents a critical voice that points out shortcomings, limits and concerns. ____16____
●Identify negative thoughts. ____17____ So you must first learn how to identify these thoughts to break the bad cycle of negative thought patterns. It is important for you to write down any negative thought that may be coming to your mind. You may replace negative thoughts with healthy ones as you begin to change your way of thinking.
●____18____ If you want to live a happy and fulfilling life, it’s vital to surround yourself with people who want to see you do good and support your highest self. Spend a lot of time together with friends who express healthy thoughts and a positive mindset, and then your own thought pattern can be positively influenced.
●Shift your mindset toward growth. A growth mindset is a belief that your talents will develop over time. A person with a growth mindset tends to be less likely to suffer mental health problems than someone with a fixed mindset. People with a fixed mindset tend to become stuck in their ways, with repetitive thoughts circling around their heads. ____19____ It can guide them toward happiness and success.
●Choose to respond rather than react. Often, when people feel touched, they react without thinking. ____20____ However, by choosing to respond mindfully rather than react, you are controlling your thoughts in a healthy way. So next time you notice a powerful thought coming up, take a moment to reflect before reacting.
A. Choose your friend circle wisely.
B. Spend much time with all kinds of friends.
C. Here are some ways to train your inner voice.
D. It is easy to change your way of thinking and mindset.
E. This usually ends with saying something they may regret.
F. People who lack confidence can allow negative thoughts to guide them.
G. However, those who develop a growth mindset often express determination.
【答案】16. C 17. F 18. A 19. G 20. E
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)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
The polar bear was a tiny point in a frozen white world. A film crew began to follow at a distance, gradually getting____21____, hoping to get a good picture. However, when the bear found itself being followed, it came to a hole in the ice and lay there still. So the crew had to ____22____ outside.
For 12 hours the bear lay half asleep, half ____23____ without a move. It was too long; the crew had been working for 22 hours ____24____ on the sea ice. Cold and exhausted, they ____25____ defeat.
Hours of waiting for little reward is not____26____. “It’s the price we pay to get unique images,” says award-winning photographer Florian Ledoux. “It is a ____27____ for us to get each shot in Arctic — we push our limits.” The battle is intense especially during winter:____28____ darkness affects your mood, the lack of routine____29____ your body clock, you are forever fighting the bitter cold, and everything you touch with_____30_____ hands sticks to your skin. However_____31_____ your clothes are, the cold bites through.
An Arctic photographer for years, Ledoux has witnessed the significant _____32_____ there. It is heating up, causing ice to melt and _____33_____ the whole ecosystem. “Am I just photographing No,” he says. “I try to catch some unique beauty of _____34_____, to give a voice to the one that can not _____35_____.”
21. A. easier B. larger C. closer D. darker
22. A. dig B. dive C. jump D. wait
23. A. awake B. alive C. aware D. alone
24. A. forward B. straight C. more D. later
25. A. overcame B. forgot C. imagined D. acknowledged
26. A. unnecessary B. uncertain C. uncommon D. unfortunate
27. A. bonus B. battle C. chance D. lesson
28. A. Endless B. Aimless C. Windless D. Countless
29. A. wakes up B. follows up C. messes up D. winds up
30. A. bare B. empty C. rough D. cold
31. A. dear B. stylish C. thick D. heavy
32. A. change B. landscape C. accident D. advance
33. A. developing B. reforming C. monitoring D. threatening
34. A. art B. nature C. ice D. space
35. A. run B. see C. hear D. speak
【答案】21. C 22. D 23. A 24. B 25. D 26. C 27. B 28. A 29. C 30. A 31. C 32. A 33. D 34. B 35. D
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。
One of the most outstanding treasures of the best-preserved ancient walled city in China - Pingyao Ancient City in Pingyao county Shanxi province - is the wall itself.
The wall, first built about 2,800 years ago, ____36____( rebuild) and expanded in 1370 using the old-fashioned method of rammed (夯实的) earth inside and gray bricks on the outside. Over the ____37____(follow) 500 years in the Ming and Qing dynasties, the wall had been repaired 26 times. Now___38___(stand) 12 meters tall, it’s 6.4 kilometers in perimeter and, on average, five meters wide.
In October 2021, heavy rain hit Pingyao, causing the wall to collapse in 61 places.The rain lasted too long - nonstop for three days and nights - ___39___the rammed soil inside drew too much water. The proportion of water reached 20 to 25 percent. Experts from the National Cultural Heritage Administration said that it was hard for the wall to avoid such____40____(nature) disasters. Fortunately, the parts restored over the past decade by the government, ____41____(most) on the east side of the wall, stayed in good condition.
As ____42____experienced restorer of the city wall, Shao Yang holds the view ____43____the ancient wall is a cultural symbol, protecting it is everyone’s responsibility. However, he admits that the____44____ (restore) of it is very challenging and needs a long time. After all, it is hard for people to tell the situation inside the wall only by judging from _____45_____ (it) surface.
【答案】36. was rebuilt
37. following
38. standing
39. and 40. natural
41. mostly 42. an
43. that 44. restoration
45. its
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节 (满分 15 分)
46. 假如你是李华,国庆期间你们城市在南湖公园举办了一场“国庆赏菊活动”(National Day Chrysanthemum Appreciation Event),现在请你为你校英语报写一篇报道:内容包括:
1:活动的时间、地点
2:活动的盛况
3:活动的意义
提示
1. 词数100左右
2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯
National Day Chrysanthemum Appreciation Event
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【答案】The National Day Chysanthemu Appreciation Event was held in South Lake Park during the National Day holiday. A vast array of chrysanthemums were on display, presenting a riot of colors. The chrysanthemums were in various shapes and postures, some like elegant ladies, some like vivid animals. Crowds of people flocked to the park to enjoy the beauty of the chrysanthemums. People couldn't help taking photos to record the wonderful moment. The elaborate layout of the exhibition added to the charm of the event.
The event not only provided a chance for people to relax and unwind but also enhanced the cultural atmosphere of the city. It is a significant way to inherit and carry forward traditional culture.
第二节(满分25分)
47. 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。
The Smile
If there is anything that I could remember distinctly till date in my life, it is my mother’s smile. It was her smile that made me get ready to school, go with confidence to face all my challenges at school and be successful. Her smile did all the magic.
I was in grade 7 and was the topper of my class in academics, sports, speech contests, singing, music…. Friends surrounded me everywhere and I was the star of the school. Everyone who met my parents always had these words to say, “You have a very talented child. You are very lucky.” I was filled with happiness and pride and I knew that I had made my parents very happy.
My ambitions grew and I wanted to have nothing but the best in my life. Things were fine until one day. I came back home with an award I won in the elocution (朗诵) competition at school. Filled with pride, I gave it to my mother and waited for her beautiful smile. She smiled and congratulated me and asked, “Did your friends participate in the competition What were their positions in the competition ” I was a little annoyed. In fact, I do not even remember who was second and third or who participated. I told her that I was very tired and did not remember everything.
I started noticing a change in my mother, especially her smile. It was not the same lovely smile that I used to see. One day, when I was getting ready for the sports competition, she asked why I was not practicing with my friends. I told her that I was meant to be the first and I had no business to be with friends who are not ambitious. My mother patiently told me that I have forgotten to enjoy the simple little things in life like laughing and smiling, spending time and helping my friends in their difficulty, being their support. She said that a human being becomes a good person not with their success but with the love that he/she shares with one another and by achieving together.
注意:
1. 续写词数应为150左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
I was on the track field the next day at school, ready to run the 200m running race.
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I realized they were cheering not for the winners but for my friend and me.
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【答案】范文
I was on the track field the next day at school, ready to run the 200m running race. The race began and in no time, I was in lead. Suddenly, I heard my friend fall to the ground. I turned around and saw that he was trying to get on his feet to finish the race. With no second thoughts I ran to him, lifted him and helped him finish the race. The race was over and I wasn’t the winner. But the crowd all stood up and cheered when my friend and I were trying to finish the race.
I realized they were cheering not for the winners but for my friend and me. Believe me I felt like a champion that day. I realized the true meaning of a winner that moment. I helped my friend to sit down and relax and while doing so out of the corner of my eye, I knew there was someone who was looking at me. My eyes turned around to look who it was. It was my mother. Her eyes were filled with tears and there I saw what I have not seen for years. Her heavenly smile and her smile said it all.
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