24级高一上学期9月份考试英语试卷
(满分150分;时长120分钟)
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,并标在试卷的相应位置。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 did the man’s grandtather build
A.A car. B.A bridge. C.The town hall.
2.What does the man want to do
A.Apply for a bank account.
B.Talk to the manager.
C.Search for a seat.
3.What does the woman want to be when she grows up
A.A doctor. B.An actress. C.A lawyer.
4.What does the man ask the woman to do
A.Clean the kitchen
B.Put away the dishes.
C.Help him with his math.
5.When will the taxi arrive at the hotel tomorrow
A.At 5:00 a. m. B.At 6:00 a. m. C.At 7:00 a. m.
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,并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前. 你将有时间间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
6.What is the main topic of the conversation
A.How to stay fit and healthy.
B.How to win a football match.
C.How to make the most of the weekend.
7.On which day does the woman usually rest
A.Fridays.. B.Saturdays. C.Sundays.
听第7段材料,回答第8至10题.
8.Where does the conversation take place
A.In a museum. B.In a coffee shop. C.In the man’s house.
9.When will the next art event take place
A.On the 20th. B.On the 27th. C.On the 28th.
10.What can visitors get for free at the event
A.A ticket. B.An artwork. C.Drinks and snacks.
听第8段材料,回答第11至13题.
11.What is the man doing on Saturday
A.Picking up rubbish.
B.Working in the zoo.
C.Helping homeless people.
12.What do we know about the woman
A.She has much free time.
B.She joins several clubs.
C.She wants to be a teacher.
13.How does the woman feel about working with animals
A.She loves it.
B.She finds it boring.
C.She fears it will make her ill.
听第9段材料,回答第14至17题.
14.Why did Jane’s brother go to China
A.To study. B.To travel. C.To work.
15.What did Jane’s brother do as a student
A.He studied hard.
B.He voluntecred at the school library.
C.He played for the school football team.
16.What is the relationship between the speakers
A.Brother and sister. B.Co- workers. C.Strangers.
17.What does Jane plan to do
A.Arrange to meet her brother for lunch.
B.Help the man deal with his stress.
C.Write her family an email.
听第10段材料,回答第18至20题.
18.Where did the speaker first meet Mike probably
A.At a hospital. B.At university. C.At high school.
19.What is Mike’s job
A.He is a doctor. B.He is a teacher. C.He is a mountain climber.
20.What part of the body did the speaker injure
A.His heart. B.His log. C.His head.
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
The following are four once-in-a-lifetime mountain hikes.
The Inca Trail, Peru
The Inca Trail offers a seven-day hike focusing on unique Peruvian culture. Led by our well-informed guides, you'll see some historical villages, visit an old-fashioned coffee farm, and attend a traditional offering to "Pachamama". After a long day on your feet, relax with a traditional Peruvian meal and have a night's rest in a local cottage(村舍)
The Dolomites, Italy
The On Foot Holidays' self-guided hike through the Dolomites covers the grassland of South Tyrol, the famous peaks of the Tre Cime di Lavaredo and the amazing town of Cortina d'Ampezzo. You'll climb from the Falzarego Pass, cross through to the Col dei Bos and up Mt. Lagazuoi, with its network of World War I tunnels.
Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
More than 19,000 feet above sea level, Mount Kilimanjaro, an inactive volcano, is Africa's highest mountain. Climbing it is a multi-day trip through five climate zones. Duma Explorer offers several different routes(路线)up Kilimanjaro—the most popular are the seven-day Machame route, eight-day Lemosho route and a nine-day trip via the Northern Circuit. Hikes include camping equipment, meals and guides.
Chilkoot Trail, Alaska
In 1897, the Chilkoot Trail was changed from a sleepy trade route into a busy road, as part of the Gold Rush. The rush dried up within a year, but you can follow in the boomers' footsteps with Alaska Shore Hikes, through thick forest and up the Sainly Hill. Then it's a peaceful raft(木筏)ride along the Taiya River. A six-hour hike provides tourists with transportation, safety equipment and guides.
1. Which of the following is suitable for hikers without guides
A. The Inca Trail, Peru B. The Dolomites, Italy.
C. Chilkoot Trail. Alaska D. Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania.
2. What can we know from the text
A. Chilkoot Trail used to be a busy road.
B. Hikers will cover five climates zones in the Inca Trail.
C. It just takes six hours to finish the Chilkoot Trail route.
D. Hikers can visit an old-fashioned coffee farm in Mount Kilimanjaro.
3. From which is the text probably taken from
A. An encyclopedia. B. A geography book C. A science report. D. A travel brochure.
B
Rollins College’s graduate, Elizabeth Bonker gave a powerful speech at the school’s graduation ceremony using text-to-speech technology. “You have a voice. Use it,” she advised graduates. It seems funny that a non-speaking autistic (孤独症患者) encourages you to use your voice. However, her moving speech touched not only her fellow classmates but also the worldwide audience with a powerful message of hope.
Throughout her academic career, Elizabeth has studied hard to reach her goals at school and in life. She wrote a book, I Am in Here, which highlights the abilities of people like her with non-speaking autism. She also founded a non-profit organization called Communication 4 All.
Elizabeth has a form of autism that resulted in her losing the ability to speak when she was 15 months old. After she lost her speech her family helped her learn to communicate by typing. She has become a supporter of assistive communication and typing instruction for those with non-speaking autism.
“I have typed this speech with one finger with a communication partner holding a keyboard,” shared Elizabeth. She gave her persuasive speech through text-to-speech technology.
Elizabeth majored in social service with the purpose of helping the 31 million people in the world who have non-speaking autism. She strongly believes that service to others gives meaning to each individual and to those they serve.
Throughout her life, Elizabeth has sought a platform where others would hear and accept her. She ignored negative comments and the low expectations others had for her life. Instead, she walked down her own path and set out to realize her dreams using intellect, talent and determination. She encouraged her fellow classmates to use their education and the power of their own minds to help make their dream a reality.
4. What effect does Elizabeth’s speech have on the audience
A. It brings them hope.
B. It inspires them to use technology.
C. It informs them of more about autism.
D. It encourages them to make speeches.
5. What did Elizabeth’s family do after she was unable to speak
A. They tried their best to teach her how to speak.
B. They started a non-profit organization for her.
C. They helped her find another way of communication.
D. They created the text-to-speech technology to help her.
6. Why did Elizabeth choose social service as her major
A. To develop her potential and strengths.
B. To get better employment opportunities.
C. To make her childhood dream come true.
D. To help more people like her in the world.
7. Which words can be used to describe Elizabeth
A. Positive and creative.
B. Strong-minded and helpful.
C. Energetic and humorous.
D. Kind-hearted and imaginative.
C
A popular saying goes, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” However, that’s not really true. Words have the power to build us up or tear us down. It does matter if the words come from someone else or ourselves — the positive and negative effects are just as lasting.
We all talk to ourselves sometimes. We’re usually too embarrassed to admit it, though. In fact, we really shouldn’t be because more and more experts believe talking to ourselves out loud is a healthy habit.
This “self- talk” helps us motivate (激励) ourselves, remember things, solve problems, and calm ourselves down. Be aware(意识到), though, that as much as 77% of self-talk tends to be negative. So in order to stay positive, we should only speak words of encouragement to ourselves. We should also be quick to give ourselves a pat on the back: The next time you finish a project, do well in a test, or finally clean your room, join me in saying “Good job!”
Often, words come out of our mouths without us thinking about the effect they will have. But we should be aware that our words cause certain responses in others. For example, when returning an item to a store, we might use warm, friendly language during the exchange. And the clerk (店员) will probably answer in a similar manner. Or harsh (刻薄的) and critical language will most likely cause the clerk to be defensive.
Words have power because of their lasting effect. Many of us regret something we once said. And we remember unkind words said to us! Before speaking, we should always ask ourselves: Is it true Is it loving Is it needed If what we want to say does not pass this test, then it’s better left unsaid.
Words possess power: both positive and negative. Those around us receive encouragement when we speak positively. We can offer hope, build self-esteem (自尊) and motivate others to do their best. Negative words des troy all those things. Will we use our words to hurt or to heal The choice is ours.
8. What’s the main idea of the first paragraph
A. Not sticks and stones but words will hurt us.
B. Encouraging words give us confidence.
C. Negative words may let us down.
D. Words have a great effect on us.
9. Why is there no need for us to feel embarrassed when we talk to ourselves
A. Because almost everybody has the habit of talking to themselves.
B. Because talking to ourselves can have positive effect on us.
C. Because talking to ourselves always gives us courage.
D. Because it does no harm to have “self- talk” when we are alone.
10. The underlined part in the third paragraph means that we should also timely to________
A. praise ourselves B. remind ourselves
C. make ourselves relaxed D. give ourselves happiness
11. What view would the author probably hold
A. Encouraging words are sure to lead to kind offers.
B. Negative words may encourage us to make more progress.
C. People tend to remember friendly words.
D. It is better to think twice before talking to others.
D
Parents and kids today dress alike, listen to the same music, and are friends. Is this a good thing Sometimes, when Mr. Ballmer and his 16-year-old daughter, Elizabeth, listen to rock music together and talk about interests both enjoy, such as pop culture, he remembers his more distant relationship with his parents when he was a teenager.
“I would never have said to my mom, ‘Hey, the new Weezer album is really great. How do you like it ” says Ballmer. “There was just a complete gap in taste.”
Music was not the only gulf. From clothing and hairstyles to activities and expectations, earlier generations of parents and children often appeared to move in separate orbits. (轨迹)
Today, the generation gap has not disappeared, but it is getting narrow in many families. Conversations on subjects such as sex and drugs would not have taken place a generation ago. Now they are comfortable and common. And parent-child activities, from shopping to sports, involve (包含) a feeling of trust and friendship that can continue into adulthood.
No wonder greeting cards today carry the message, “To my mother, my best friend.”
But family experts warn that the new equality (平等) can also result in less respect for parents. “There’s still a lot strictness and authority (权威) on the part of parents out there, but there is a change happening,” says Kerrie, a psychology professor at Lebanon Valley College, “In the middle of that change, there is a lot of confusion among parents.”
Family researchers offer a variety of reasons for these changing roles and attitudes. They see the 1960s as a turning point. Great cultural changes led to more open communication and a more democratic (民主) process that encourages everyone to have a say.
“My parents were on the ‘before’ side of that change, but today’s parents, the 40-year-olds, were on the ‘after’ side,” explains Mr. Ballmer. “It’s not something easily accomplished by parents these days, because life is more difficult to understand or deal with, but sharing interests does make it more fun to be a parent now.”
12. The underlined word “gulf” in Para. 3 most probably means _________.
A. interest B. problem C. difference D. separation
13. Which of the following show that the generation gap is disappearing
A. Parents help their children develop interests in more activities.
B Parents put more trust in their children’s abilities.
C. Parents and children talk more about sex and drugs.
D. Parents share more interests with their children.
14. What is the change in today’s parent-child relationship
A. More confusion among parents
B. New equality between parents and children
C. Less respect for parents from children
D. More strictness and authority on the part of parents
15. The purpose of the passage is to _________.
A. describe the difficulties today’s parents have met with
B. discuss the change of the parent-child relationship
C. suggest the ways to handle the parent-child relationship
D. stress the importance of parent-child relationship
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
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.
Reasons Why Running Is the Easiest Exercise
Some people think that running is hard. I once thought that too. ____16____ Here’s why it is such an easy activity to start and stick to.
★It can be as easy or hard as you want.
Many people start running by going out and running as fast as they can for as long as they can. That is not so fun. ____17____ But easing into it is a different story. Start slowly and cover a short distance. Then gradually work your way up to it. In this way, running can be pain-free and actually wonderful.
★____18____
Classes at the gym are great but they always end up never working for me. With a busy life, I find it hard to take a class. On the other hand, with running, you just need to find the time whenever you can, here and there, and change it around.
★The gear (设备) is simple
____19____ However, that’s really just about all you need. Expensive sport-specific clothes are available(可用的) but not required. If you fall in love with running, you may think you need some seasonal running clothes. Even so, that will be cheaper than bike gear.
★You can do it anywhere.
You can run in the city. You can run in the country. You can run on a track, in a park, on the street or even on the beach. You can run at home. You can run when you travel. And in fact, running around new cities when you’re traveling is great fun. ____20____
A. You can do it on your own schedule.
B. Choose some training classes at the gym.
C. It is important to have proper running shoes.
D. It might make you hurt or even cause injuries.
E. That is a wonderful way to get to know a place.
F. Starting at a running track is a great way to begin.
G. But if you work out properly, it is easy and wonderful.
第三部分 语言运用(共五节,满分50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A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可填入空白处的最佳选项.
Older citizens join China’s digital age
Digital technology has made life easier for most people. With a smart phone in hand, people can shop online, watch TV shows and ___21___a taxi.
Zhu Yiwei, 17, from Anhui province, wanted his grandfather to have access to this ___22___, so he bought him a new phone as a gift. But his grandfather still uses the phone just for calling and ___23___. “He said other functions make him confused.” said Zhu.
This is a ___24___ problem faced by the elderly in the digital age.
Although China already has more than 900 million Internet users, among them, those aged 60 and above ___25___ just 6.7 percent, according to the Statistical Report on Internet Development.
Even though the elderly have access to the Internet, they ___26___do it for communication and information acquisition (获取), according to a survey by the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences. Other services are still ___27___ to them. That’s why elderly people are sometimes called “digital refugees (难民)”.
“We have made a lifelong ___28___ to society, but now we feel ___29___ by it,” a 75-year-old Beijing resident surnamed Bai told the Global Times.
For the elderly, one way of _____30_____ digital technology is to learn from younger family members. However, not all of these younger people have the ____31____or time to teach the elderly. In addition, aging ____32____ many physical problems, such as ____33____eyesight and bad memory. This makes it ____34____ to use smart phones.
The government and other organizations in China are trying to help. See Young, a Beijing based NGO, ____35____to help China’s elderly use mobile services. Student volunteers have been providing free computer and smartphone training for elderly people in over 200 communities across the country.
21. A. prepare B. strike C. hire D. maintain
22. A. quality B. convenience C. solution D. effect
23. A. messaging B. applying C. selecting D. referring
24. A. usual B. various C. serious D. common
25. A. make up B. take up C. pick up D. burn up
26. A. hardly B. gradually C. mainly D. currently
27. A. familiar B. strange C. positive D. negative
28. A. creativity B. resource C. impression D. contribution
29. A. frightened B. limited C. excited D. deserted
30. A. organizing B. observing C. mastering D. ignoring
31. A. curiosity B. patience C. benefit D. passion
32. A. results in B. takes in C. joins in D. calls in
33. A. narrow B. plain C. weak D. entire
34. A. deeper B. harder C. simpler D. faster
35. A. refuses B. struggles C. aims D. adapts
第二节 单词拼写(共10小题;每小题1分,满分 10分)
(注意:请用Welcome unit, Unit 1和Unit 2单词表中的词汇填空,一空一词,否则不给分)
36. Machines still have disadvantages when it comes to facial _______(辨别出).(根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】recognition
37. One day after class, a student came up to me and _______(推荐;建议)traditional Chinese medicine. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
38. I admired my father, and his work filled me with surprise and _______(好奇). (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
39. How to balance accuracy (准确) and _______(流利) in spoken English (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
40. Having spent the past year as an _______(交换)student in Hong Kong, Linda appears more mature than those of her age. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
41. Many people have no idea what to do when a disaster happens. Being prepared is the best way to increase your chance of _______(生存). (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
42. The birth of the world’s first cloned article wolf on June 10 is a milestone for the _______(申请,应用)of cloning technology and is or great importance to biod versity(生物多样性). (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
43. Passengers only need to choose a drink from the screen menu on a device and customise(定制)it to personal ______(较喜欢). (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
44. Scotland will reach the national target in carbon emissions reduction ahead of _______ (日程安排). (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
45. He has shown deep _______(焦虑)and overwhelming worry. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
第三节 单句语填(共10 小题;每小题1分,满分 10分)
在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式.
46. We should consider the students’ request that the school library__________ (provide) more books on popular science. (所给词的适当形式填空)
47. Tell Adam to quit__________(worry)about the coming exam and pay more attention to his study. (所给词的适当形式填空)
48. No matter when you travel, it's a good idea to make your reservations at least 90 days __________ advance. (用适当的词填空)
49. Those who truly understand the ______ (economy) impact and can work to change the patterns can create a wide range of career possibilities. (所给词的适当形式填空)
50. As technology has advanced, phones have gotten much_____(power) processors (处理器) with thinner and larger screens. (所给词的适当形式填空)
51. When you are old and look back on your life, will you be content__________ the way things turn out (用适当的词填空)
52. Some tourists even think it so _______(attract)that they decide to pay a visit for a second time. (所给词的适当形式填空)
53. Crying as an expression of feeling is unique _______ humans and has played an essential role in human evolution and the development of human cultures. (用适当的词填空)
54. Jennifer has an _______ (impress) academic and business background. (所给词的适当形式填空)
55. It was a plain dirt way, and overhead the branches of trees intermingled(混合), while a round moon hung low in the sky as if to keep _______(I) company. (所给词的适当形式填空)
第四节 课文背诵(共5小题;每小题1分,满分 5分)
56. I found most of my classmates and teachers ______.(根据句意填空)
57. I will make new friends here, and ______________(根据句意填空)
58. I know I’ll have to study harder as a senior high school student and ______________(根据句意填空)
59. Studying hard isn’t always fun, but ______________ or whatever else comes in the future. (根据句意填空)
60. ______________ the Inca’s dry stone method of building. (根据句意填空)
第五节 短文语填(共10小题;每小题1分,满分10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。
As a new school year begins, ___61___ (open) your mind to new people and experiences will help you make friends and discover new interests. Being open-minded means trying to understand other people’s thoughts and ideas, trying new experiences and ___62___ (explore) different ways of doing things.
There are lots of benefits to having ___63___ open mind. It enables you to learn new things about the world and the people around you. This makes you feel more positive and ___64___ (confidence) about facing challenges. Besides, having an interest in other people ___65___ (help) you understand and share their feelings. Being open to fresh ideas can also help develop exciting new ones of your own.
Then ___66___ can you be more curious and open-minded Start by asking questions. So if you’re unsure about joining a new club, ask ___67___ (you) what’s stopping you. ___68___ (imagine) how it feels to learn a new skill, meet new people and make friends. Don’t jump to a sudden decision but give yourself time to think about it first. If someone says something with ___69___ you disagree, then instead of deciding they are wrong or arguing back, take a moment to consider why they have that opinion. Finally, open your mind to new ideas. Even if you think you’re an expert on a subject, there is always ____70____ (much) you can learn.
四部分 写作(满分20分)
71. 假定你是李华,英语教材出版社正面向学生征求使用意见。请给你所用教材的主编Professor Nunan写一封电子邮件,内容包括:
1.使用教材的收获;
2.改进教材的建议。
注意:
1.写作词数应为80个左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Professor Nunan,
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Best regards,
Li Hua
答案版
24级高一上学期9月份考试英语试卷
(满分150分;时长120分钟)
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,并标在试卷的相应位置。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 did the man’s grandtather build
A.A car. B.A bridge. C.The town hall.
2.What does the man want to do
A.Apply for a bank account.
B.Talk to the manager.
C.Search for a seat.
3.What does the woman want to be when she grows up
A.A doctor. B.An actress. C.A lawyer.
4.What does the man ask the woman to do
A.Clean the kitchen
B.Put away the dishes.
C.Help him with his math.
5.When will the taxi arrive at the hotel tomorrow
A.At 5:00 a. m. B.At 6:00 a. m. C.At 7:00 a. m.
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,并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前. 你将有时间间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
6.What is the main topic of the conversation
A.How to stay fit and healthy.
B.How to win a football match.
C.How to make the most of the weekend.
7.On which day does the woman usually rest
A.Fridays.. B.Saturdays. C.Sundays.
听第7段材料,回答第8至10题.
8.Where does the conversation take place
A.In a museum. B.In a coffee shop. C.In the man’s house.
9.When will the next art event take place
A.On the 20th. B.On the 27th. C.On the 28th.
10.What can visitors get for free at the event
A.A ticket. B.An artwork. C.Drinks and snacks.
听第8段材料,回答第11至13题.
11.What is the man doing on Saturday
A.Picking up rubbish.
B.Working in the zoo.
C.Helping homeless people.
12.What do we know about the woman
A.She has much free time.
B.She joins several clubs.
C.She wants to be a teacher.
13.How does the woman feel about working with animals
A.She loves it.
B.She finds it boring.
C.She fears it will make her ill.
听第9段材料,回答第14至17题.
14.Why did Jane’s brother go to China
A.To study. B.To travel. C.To work.
15.What did Jane’s brother do as a student
A.He studied hard.
B.He voluntecred at the school library.
C.He played for the school football team.
16.What is the relationship between the speakers
A.Brother and sister. B.Co- workers. C.Strangers.
17.What does Jane plan to do
A.Arrange to meet her brother for lunch.
B.Help the man deal with his stress.
C.Write her family an email.
听第10段材料,回答第18至20题.
18.Where did the speaker first meet Mike probably
A.At a hospital. B.At university. C.At high school.
19.What is Mike’s job
A.He is a doctor. B.He is a teacher. C.He is a mountain climber.
20.What part of the body did the speaker injure
A.His heart. B.His log. C.His head.
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
The following are four once-in-a-lifetime mountain hikes.
The Inca Trail, Peru
The Inca Trail offers a seven-day hike focusing on unique Peruvian culture. Led by our well-informed guides, you'll see some historical villages, visit an old-fashioned coffee farm, and attend a traditional offering to "Pachamama". After a long day on your feet, relax with a traditional Peruvian meal and have a night's rest in a local cottage(村舍)
The Dolomites, Italy
The On Foot Holidays' self-guided hike through the Dolomites covers the grassland of South Tyrol, the famous peaks of the Tre Cime di Lavaredo and the amazing town of Cortina d'Ampezzo. You'll climb from the Falzarego Pass, cross through to the Col dei Bos and up Mt. Lagazuoi, with its network of World War I tunnels.
Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
More than 19,000 feet above sea level, Mount Kilimanjaro, an inactive volcano, is Africa's highest mountain. Climbing it is a multi-day trip through five climate zones. Duma Explorer offers several different routes(路线)up Kilimanjaro—the most popular are the seven-day Machame route, eight-day Lemosho route and a nine-day trip via the Northern Circuit. Hikes include camping equipment, meals and guides.
Chilkoot Trail, Alaska
In 1897, the Chilkoot Trail was changed from a sleepy trade route into a busy road, as part of the Gold Rush. The rush dried up within a year, but you can follow in the boomers' footsteps with Alaska Shore Hikes, through thick forest and up the Sainly Hill. Then it's a peaceful raft(木筏)ride along the Taiya River. A six-hour hike provides tourists with transportation, safety equipment and guides.
1. Which of the following is suitable for hikers without guides
A. The Inca Trail, Peru B. The Dolomites, Italy.
C. Chilkoot Trail. Alaska D. Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania.
2. What can we know from the text
A. Chilkoot Trail used to be a busy road.
B. Hikers will cover five climates zones in the Inca Trail.
C. It just takes six hours to finish the Chilkoot Trail route.
D. Hikers can visit an old-fashioned coffee farm in Mount Kilimanjaro.
3. From which is the text probably taken from
A. An encyclopedia. B. A geography book C. A science report. D. A travel brochure.
【答案】1. B 2. C 3. D
B
Rollins College’s graduate, Elizabeth Bonker gave a powerful speech at the school’s graduation ceremony using text-to-speech technology. “You have a voice. Use it,” she advised graduates. It seems funny that a non-speaking autistic (孤独症患者) encourages you to use your voice. However, her moving speech touched not only her fellow classmates but also the worldwide audience with a powerful message of hope.
Throughout her academic career, Elizabeth has studied hard to reach her goals at school and in life. She wrote a book, I Am in Here, which highlights the abilities of people like her with non-speaking autism. She also founded a non-profit organization called Communication 4 All.
Elizabeth has a form of autism that resulted in her losing the ability to speak when she was 15 months old. After she lost her speech her family helped her learn to communicate by typing. She has become a supporter of assistive communication and typing instruction for those with non-speaking autism.
“I have typed this speech with one finger with a communication partner holding a keyboard,” shared Elizabeth. She gave her persuasive speech through text-to-speech technology.
Elizabeth majored in social service with the purpose of helping the 31 million people in the world who have non-speaking autism. She strongly believes that service to others gives meaning to each individual and to those they serve.
Throughout her life, Elizabeth has sought a platform where others would hear and accept her. She ignored negative comments and the low expectations others had for her life. Instead, she walked down her own path and set out to realize her dreams using intellect, talent and determination. She encouraged her fellow classmates to use their education and the power of their own minds to help make their dream a reality.
4. What effect does Elizabeth’s speech have on the audience
A. It brings them hope.
B. It inspires them to use technology.
C. It informs them of more about autism.
D. It encourages them to make speeches.
5. What did Elizabeth’s family do after she was unable to speak
A. They tried their best to teach her how to speak.
B. They started a non-profit organization for her.
C. They helped her find another way of communication.
D. They created the text-to-speech technology to help her.
6. Why did Elizabeth choose social service as her major
A. To develop her potential and strengths.
B. To get better employment opportunities.
C. To make her childhood dream come true.
D. To help more people like her in the world.
7. Which words can be used to describe Elizabeth
A. Positive and creative.
B. Strong-minded and helpful.
C. Energetic and humorous.
D. Kind-hearted and imaginative.
【答案】4. A 5. C 6. D 7. B
C
A popular saying goes, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” However, that’s not really true. Words have the power to build us up or tear us down. It does matter if the words come from someone else or ourselves — the positive and negative effects are just as lasting.
We all talk to ourselves sometimes. We’re usually too embarrassed to admit it, though. In fact, we really shouldn’t be because more and more experts believe talking to ourselves out loud is a healthy habit.
This “self- talk” helps us motivate (激励) ourselves, remember things, solve problems, and calm ourselves down. Be aware(意识到), though, that as much as 77% of self-talk tends to be negative. So in order to stay positive, we should only speak words of encouragement to ourselves. We should also be quick to give ourselves a pat on the back: The next time you finish a project, do well in a test, or finally clean your room, join me in saying “Good job!”
Often, words come out of our mouths without us thinking about the effect they will have. But we should be aware that our words cause certain responses in others. For example, when returning an item to a store, we might use warm, friendly language during the exchange. And the clerk (店员) will probably answer in a similar manner. Or harsh (刻薄的) and critical language will most likely cause the clerk to be defensive.
Words have power because of their lasting effect. Many of us regret something we once said. And we remember unkind words said to us! Before speaking, we should always ask ourselves: Is it true Is it loving Is it needed If what we want to say does not pass this test, then it’s better left unsaid.
Words possess power: both positive and negative. Those around us receive encouragement when we speak positively. We can offer hope, build self-esteem (自尊) and motivate others to do their best. Negative words des troy all those things. Will we use our words to hurt or to heal The choice is ours.
8. What’s the main idea of the first paragraph
A. Not sticks and stones but words will hurt us.
B. Encouraging words give us confidence.
C. Negative words may let us down.
D. Words have a great effect on us.
9. Why is there no need for us to feel embarrassed when we talk to ourselves
A. Because almost everybody has the habit of talking to themselves.
B. Because talking to ourselves can have positive effect on us.
C. Because talking to ourselves always gives us courage.
D. Because it does no harm to have “self- talk” when we are alone.
10. The underlined part in the third paragraph means that we should also timely to________
A. praise ourselves B. remind ourselves
C. make ourselves relaxed D. give ourselves happiness
11. What view would the author probably hold
A. Encouraging words are sure to lead to kind offers.
B. Negative words may encourage us to make more progress.
C. People tend to remember friendly words.
D. It is better to think twice before talking to others.
【答案】8. D 9. B 10. A 11. D
D
Parents and kids today dress alike, listen to the same music, and are friends. Is this a good thing Sometimes, when Mr. Ballmer and his 16-year-old daughter, Elizabeth, listen to rock music together and talk about interests both enjoy, such as pop culture, he remembers his more distant relationship with his parents when he was a teenager.
“I would never have said to my mom, ‘Hey, the new Weezer album is really great. How do you like it ” says Ballmer. “There was just a complete gap in taste.”
Music was not the only gulf. From clothing and hairstyles to activities and expectations, earlier generations of parents and children often appeared to move in separate orbits. (轨迹)
Today, the generation gap has not disappeared, but it is getting narrow in many families. Conversations on subjects such as sex and drugs would not have taken place a generation ago. Now they are comfortable and common. And parent-child activities, from shopping to sports, involve (包含) a feeling of trust and friendship that can continue into adulthood.
No wonder greeting cards today carry the message, “To my mother, my best friend.”
But family experts warn that the new equality (平等) can also result in less respect for parents. “There’s still a lot strictness and authority (权威) on the part of parents out there, but there is a change happening,” says Kerrie, a psychology professor at Lebanon Valley College, “In the middle of that change, there is a lot of confusion among parents.”
Family researchers offer a variety of reasons for these changing roles and attitudes. They see the 1960s as a turning point. Great cultural changes led to more open communication and a more democratic (民主) process that encourages everyone to have a say.
“My parents were on the ‘before’ side of that change, but today’s parents, the 40-year-olds, were on the ‘after’ side,” explains Mr. Ballmer. “It’s not something easily accomplished by parents these days, because life is more difficult to understand or deal with, but sharing interests does make it more fun to be a parent now.”
12. The underlined word “gulf” in Para. 3 most probably means _________.
A. interest B. problem C. difference D. separation
13. Which of the following show that the generation gap is disappearing
A. Parents help their children develop interests in more activities.
B Parents put more trust in their children’s abilities.
C. Parents and children talk more about sex and drugs.
D. Parents share more interests with their children.
14. What is the change in today’s parent-child relationship
A. More confusion among parents
B. New equality between parents and children
C. Less respect for parents from children
D. More strictness and authority on the part of parents
15. The purpose of the passage is to _________.
A. describe the difficulties today’s parents have met with
B. discuss the change of the parent-child relationship
C. suggest the ways to handle the parent-child relationship
D. stress the importance of parent-child relationship
【答案】12. C 13. D 14. B 15. B
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
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.
Reasons Why Running Is the Easiest Exercise
Some people think that running is hard. I once thought that too. ____16____ Here’s why it is such an easy activity to start and stick to.
★It can be as easy or hard as you want.
Many people start running by going out and running as fast as they can for as long as they can. That is not so fun. ____17____ But easing into it is a different story. Start slowly and cover a short distance. Then gradually work your way up to it. In this way, running can be pain-free and actually wonderful.
★____18____
Classes at the gym are great but they always end up never working for me. With a busy life, I find it hard to take a class. On the other hand, with running, you just need to find the time whenever you can, here and there, and change it around.
★The gear (设备) is simple
____19____ However, that’s really just about all you need. Expensive sport-specific clothes are available(可用的) but not required. If you fall in love with running, you may think you need some seasonal running clothes. Even so, that will be cheaper than bike gear.
★You can do it anywhere.
You can run in the city. You can run in the country. You can run on a track, in a park, on the street or even on the beach. You can run at home. You can run when you travel. And in fact, running around new cities when you’re traveling is great fun. ____20____
A. You can do it on your own schedule.
B. Choose some training classes at the gym.
C. It is important to have proper running shoes.
D. It might make you hurt or even cause injuries.
E. That is a wonderful way to get to know a place.
F. Starting at a running track is a great way to begin.
G. But if you work out properly, it is easy and wonderful.
【答案】16. G 17. D 18. A 19. C 20. E
第三部分 语言运用(共五节,满分50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A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可填入空白处的最佳选项.
Older citizens join China’s digital age
Digital technology has made life easier for most people. With a smart phone in hand, people can shop online, watch TV shows and ___21___a taxi.
Zhu Yiwei, 17, from Anhui province, wanted his grandfather to have access to this ___22___, so he bought him a new phone as a gift. But his grandfather still uses the phone just for calling and ___23___. “He said other functions make him confused.” said Zhu.
This is a ___24___ problem faced by the elderly in the digital age.
Although China already has more than 900 million Internet users, among them, those aged 60 and above ___25___ just 6.7 percent, according to the Statistical Report on Internet Development.
Even though the elderly have access to the Internet, they ___26___do it for communication and information acquisition (获取), according to a survey by the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences. Other services are still ___27___ to them. That’s why elderly people are sometimes called “digital refugees (难民)”.
“We have made a lifelong ___28___ to society, but now we feel ___29___ by it,” a 75-year-old Beijing resident surnamed Bai told the Global Times.
For the elderly, one way of _____30_____ digital technology is to learn from younger family members. However, not all of these younger people have the ____31____or time to teach the elderly. In addition, aging ____32____ many physical problems, such as ____33____eyesight and bad memory. This makes it ____34____ to use smart phones.
The government and other organizations in China are trying to help. See Young, a Beijing based NGO, ____35____to help China’s elderly use mobile services. Student volunteers have been providing free computer and smartphone training for elderly people in over 200 communities across the country.
21. A. prepare B. strike C. hire D. maintain
22. A. quality B. convenience C. solution D. effect
23. A. messaging B. applying C. selecting D. referring
24. A. usual B. various C. serious D. common
25. A. make up B. take up C. pick up D. burn up
26. A. hardly B. gradually C. mainly D. currently
27. A. familiar B. strange C. positive D. negative
28. A. creativity B. resource C. impression D. contribution
29. A. frightened B. limited C. excited D. deserted
30. A. organizing B. observing C. mastering D. ignoring
31. A. curiosity B. patience C. benefit D. passion
32. A. results in B. takes in C. joins in D. calls in
33. A. narrow B. plain C. weak D. entire
34. A. deeper B. harder C. simpler D. faster
35. A. refuses B. struggles C. aims D. adapts
【答案】21. C 22. B 23. A 24. D 25. A 26. C 27. B 28. D 29. D 30. C 31. B 32. A 33. C 34. B 35. C
第二节 单词拼写(共10小题;每小题1分,满分 10分)
(注意:请用Welcome unit, Unit 1和Unit 2单词表中的词汇填空,一空一词,否则不给分)
36. Machines still have disadvantages when it comes to facial _______(辨别出).(根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】recognition
37. One day after class, a student came up to me and _______(推荐;建议)traditional Chinese medicine. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】recommended
38. I admired my father, and his work filled me with surprise and _______(好奇). (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】curiosity
39. How to balance accuracy (准确) and _______(流利) in spoken English (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】fluency
40. Having spent the past year as an _______(交换)student in Hong Kong, Linda appears more mature than those of her age. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】exchange
41. Many people have no idea what to do when a disaster happens. Being prepared is the best way to increase your chance of _______(生存). (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】survival
42. The birth of the world’s first cloned article wolf on June 10 is a milestone for the _______(申请,应用)of cloning technology and is or great importance to biod versity(生物多样性). (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】application
43. Passengers only need to choose a drink from the screen menu on a device and customise(定制)it to personal ______(较喜欢). (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】preference
44. Scotland will reach the national target in carbon emissions reduction ahead of _______ (日程安排). (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】schedule
45. He has shown deep _______(焦虑)and overwhelming worry. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】anxiety
第三节 单句语填(共10 小题;每小题1分,满分 10分)
在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式.
46. We should consider the students’ request that the school library__________ (provide) more books on popular science. (所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】should provide##provide
47. Tell Adam to quit__________(worry)about the coming exam and pay more attention to his study. (所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】worrying
48. No matter when you travel, it's a good idea to make your reservations at least 90 days __________ advance. (用适当的词填空)
【答案】in
49. Those who truly understand the ______ (economy) impact and can work to change the patterns can create a wide range of career possibilities. (所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】economic
50. As technology has advanced, phones have gotten much_____(power) processors (处理器) with thinner and larger screens. (所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】more powerful
51. When you are old and look back on your life, will you be content__________ the way things turn out (用适当的词填空)
【答案】with
52. Some tourists even think it so _______(attract)that they decide to pay a visit for a second time. (所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】attractive
53. Crying as an expression of feeling is unique _______ humans and has played an essential role in human evolution and the development of human cultures. (用适当的词填空)
【答案】to
54. Jennifer has an _______ (impress) academic and business background. (所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】impressive
55. It was a plain dirt way, and overhead the branches of trees intermingled(混合), while a round moon hung low in the sky as if to keep _______(I) company. (所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】my
第四节 课文背诵(共5小题;每小题1分,满分 5分)
56. I found most of my classmates and teachers ______.(根据句意填空)
【答案】friendly and helpful
57. I will make new friends here, and ______________(根据句意填空)
【答案】there’s a lot to explore at senior high
58. I know I’ll have to study harder as a senior high school student and ______________(根据句意填空)
【答案】be responsible for a lot more
59. Studying hard isn’t always fun, but ______________ or whatever else comes in the future. (根据句意填空)
【答案】I’ll be well prepared for university
60. ______________ the Inca’s dry stone method of building. (根据句意填空)
【答案】Especially amazing is
第五节 短文语填(共10小题;每小题1分,满分10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。
As a new school year begins, ___61___ (open) your mind to new people and experiences will help you make friends and discover new interests. Being open-minded means trying to understand other people’s thoughts and ideas, trying new experiences and ___62___ (explore) different ways of doing things.
There are lots of benefits to having ___63___ open mind. It enables you to learn new things about the world and the people around you. This makes you feel more positive and ___64___ (confidence) about facing challenges. Besides, having an interest in other people ___65___ (help) you understand and share their feelings. Being open to fresh ideas can also help develop exciting new ones of your own.
Then ___66___ can you be more curious and open-minded Start by asking questions. So if you’re unsure about joining a new club, ask ___67___ (you) what’s stopping you. ___68___ (imagine) how it feels to learn a new skill, meet new people and make friends. Don’t jump to a sudden decision but give yourself time to think about it first. If someone says something with ___69___ you disagree, then instead of deciding they are wrong or arguing back, take a moment to consider why they have that opinion. Finally, open your mind to new ideas. Even if you think you’re an expert on a subject, there is always ____70____ (much) you can learn.
【答案】61. opening
62. exploring
63 an 64. confident
65. helps 66. how
67. yourself
68. Imagine
69. which 70. more
第四部分 写作(满分20分)
71. 假定你是李华,英语教材出版社正面向学生征求使用意见。请给你所用教材的主编Professor Nunan写一封电子邮件,内容包括:
1.使用教材的收获;
2.改进教材的建议。
注意:
1.写作词数应为80个左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Professor Nunan,
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Best regards,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Professor Nunan,
Learning that you are gathering feedback on our English textbooks, I’m glad to share my thoughts.
I find the textbooks incredibly beneficial. The well-selected materials, filled with intriguing stories and fresh opinions, have aroused my interest in language learning and opened up a new world for me. My language skills have also been significantly enhanced with the help of the Workbook.
However, it would be better to include more interactive activities, such as role-plays or debates, to add more fun to our learning experience.
Thank you for considering my feedback.
Best regards,
Li Hua