高二英语
考生注意：
1. 答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号填写在试卷和答题卡上，并将考生号条形码粘贴在答题卡上的指定位置。
2. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡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2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。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是 C。
1. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. A dog. B. A neighbor. C. An apartment.
2. When did the woman arrive here
A. At 4:00 am. B. At 5:30 am. C. At 9:30 am.
3. Why did the man fail to keep the appointment
A. He was stuck in traffic.
B. His car broke down on the way.
C. A car accident happened to him.
4. What does the man enjoy doing in his spare time
A. Drawing pictures. B. Playing the guitar. C. Singing songs.
5. Who will wash the dishes this Wednesday
A. Franklin. B. Daisy. C. Franklin’s father.
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，各小题给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6. Where did the man meet Emma
A. In Japan. B. In Finland. C. In the USA.
7. What can we learn from the conversation
A. The woman speaker is from Japan.
B. The man experienced culture shock.
C. The man made eye contact with Emma.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8. Where are the speakers
A. In an office. B. In a restaurant. C. At home.
9. What does the man think of Jenny’s comment
A. Unacceptable. B. Meaningless. C. Encouraging.
10. Who is Jenny
A. The man’s friend.
B. The woman speaker’s boss.
C. The man’s boss.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
11. Where will the man go next Monday
A. To Beijing. B. To Shanghai. C. To London.
12. Why does the man look worried
A. He behaved badly at a conference.
B. He may have to break his word.
C. He can’t give a TV interview.
13 What do we know about the man
A. He is well-known. B. He is poor at English. C. He will fire his assistant.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
14. What will the weather be like in the afternoon
A. Sunny. B. Rainy. C. Cloudy.
15. How does the old farmer know the weather
A. By observing the height of the birds’ nests.
B. By studying the shape of the birds’ nests.
C. By listening to the weather report.
16. Why is the old farmer’s father mentioned
A. To discuss how to improve farming.
B To persuade the woman to study the weather.
C. To show where the farmer learned the weather prediction.
17. Which behavior of cattle shows a rainy day according to the old farmer
A. Wandering around. B. Lying down. C. Eating grass carelessly.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18. Why did the man choose to buy the red and long fruit
A. It looked very special.
B. He hadn’t eaten it before.
C. It was cheaper than other fruits.
19. What’s the man like according to the passers- by
A. He was rude. B. He was crazy. C. He was reliable.
20. What does the speaker tell us to do in the end
A. Learn to take others’ advice.
B. Dare to try something new.
C. Let something go instead of keeping on losing.
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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Here are some tips for visiting Rocky Mountain National Park, based on many first-hand visits.
Trail Ridge Road
This 48-mile drive will take you from Estes Park on the east side to Grand Lake on the west. Eleven miles of the drive are above treeline, giving you impressive views of the surrounding peaks. Before you go, note the following:
·Always check for park warnings, road closures, and the weather report.
·Make park entrance reservations (预定) a as far in advance as possible.
·Arrive early for a parking spot or take park buses.
·Dogs are not allowed on National Park trails (小径).
·Fill up your water bottle before heading out and drink lots of water during your time outdoors.
Hiking Trails
* Bear Lake
Bear Lake is probably the most popular trailhead in the park — so much so that it now has its own reservation system. There’s something here for everyone, as a variety of trails leave from this point. The three-mile hike to Nymph, Dream, and Emerald Lakes is one of the most popular activities.
* Alberta Falls
Alberta Falls is one of the park’s most popular waterfalls. It’s also a short and easy hike from the Glacier Gorge parking lot, not even two miles round-trip.
* Longs Peak
Longs Peak is a 14er (14,259 feet, to be precise) that attracts those who seek to challenge themselves.
* East Portal
East Portal offers access to a network of mountain bike-friendly trails. The Sourdough Trail is a fan favorite, with varied terrain (地形) .
21. What should visitors do before driving on Trail Ridge Road
A. Prepare enough snacks for the drive.
B. Reserve a parking spot in advance.
C. Search usable gas stations along the route online.
D. Find out the conditions for driving on the road.
22. What can we learn about Bear Lake
A. It features hikes of around 3 miles.
B. It offers suitable trails for different people.
C. It is the starting point of the hike to Alberta Falls.
D. It is known for its unique reservation system.
23. Which of the following may risk-takers choose
A. The hike to Bear Lake. B. The hike to Alberta Falls.
C. The hike to Longs Peak. D. The hike to East Portal.
B
I remember a time when steaming dishes of dumplings were laid out before me on the dining table. I was five years old, and a bowl of Chinese vinegar with two drops of sesame oil sat under my nose, eagerly awaiting the three hot dumplings that my grandma would soon drop in.
She’d always break them in half for me so my little fingers could use my chopsticks, and that day, I was the pride and joy of my family for consuming a total of nine dumplings.
That was the last time I had looked at a plate of dumplings without fear — at least until recently.
Somewhere along the way, food transformed into something I avoided. Any plate became fat-protein-carbs in my eyes. The rich fat on red-braised pork remained untouched on my plate, and even my mom’s delicious stir-fried dishes were secretly washed in the water before I’d attempt to eat them. Passing by bakeries consumed me with conflict for the rest of the day because they looked so, so delicious. I wanted a taste so badly, but no, I couldn’t.
This past March, I visited my family in China for the first time in six years. There was a stillness unlike earlier springs. The winter chill overstayed its welcome, seemingly in response to my grandpa’s passing just a few weeks before. My grandpa always requested peanuts with his dumplings, sometimes a bottle of beer, if my grandma allowed it. He liked sauerkraut filling (酸菜馅), since meat was hard on his dentures (假牙), which made clicking sounds when he chewed.
This time around, we bought giant sauerkraut dumplings from the morning market. My grandma still broke them in half for me. This time, I couldn’t eat nine, but I ate until I was full, and over the memories of my grandpa’s clicking and the warmth of my stomach filling up, I found comfort.
24. Why did Grandma break the dumplings in half
A. To cool them quickly. B. To show the filling.
C. To make the author eat easily. D. To appeal to the author.
25. What happened to the author when growing up
A. He became tired of homemade food. B. He stopped eating meat at home.
C. He started enjoying cooking more. D. He stayed away from certain types of food.
26. How did the author’s recent visit to China differ from his previous ones
A He stayed for a longer period than before.
B. His grandpa’s death affected the family.
C. The weather was much warmer than usual.
D. His family didn’t prepare his favorite dishes.
27. What is the text mainly about
A. Grandma’s love. B. Experiences of homesickness.
C. Memories of dumplings. D. Wishes for returning home.
C
It’s common knowledge that our brains — and, specifically, our brain cells — store memories. But a team of scientists has discovered that cells from other parts of the body also perform a memory function, opening new pathways for understanding how memory works and creating the potential to enhance learning and to treat memory-related diseases.
The research sought to better understand if non- brain cells help with memory by borrowing from a long-established neurological property — the massed-spaced effect — which shows that we tend to memorize information better when studying in spaced intervals (间隔) rather than in a single, intensive period — better known as cramming (临时死记硬背) for a test.
In the research, the scientists repeated learning over time by studying two types of non-brain human cells in a laboratory （one from nerve tissue and the other from kidney tissue）and exposing them to different patterns of chemical signals. In response, the non-brain cells turned on a “memory gene (基因)”.
To track the memory and learning process, the scientists engineered these non-brain cells to make a protein, which indicated when the memory gene was on and when it was off.
The results showed that these cells could determine when the chemical pulses (脉冲) were repeated rather than simply extended — just as nerve cells in our brain can record when we learn with breaks rather than cramming all the material in one sitting. Specifically, when the pulses were delivered in spaced-out intervals, they turned on the “memory gene” more strongly, and for a longer time, than when the same treatment was delivered all at once.
“This reflects the massed-spaced effect in action,” says Kukushkin, a clinical associate professor of life science at NYU Liberal Studies. “It shows that the ability to learn from spaced repetition isn’t unique to brain cells, but, in fact, might be a basic property of all cells.”
The researchers add that the findings not only offer new ways to study memory, but also point to potential health-related advantages.
28. What can we know from the first paragraph
A. Brain cells process most of the memories.
B. Memory-related diseases can be easily treated now.
C. Scientists have fully understood how memory works.
D. Non-brain cells may have something to do with memory.
29. How did the scientists track memory in non-brain cells
A. By using a specific protein. B. By measuring the size of the cells.
C. By comparing chemical reactions. D. By recording the learning effects.
30. What does Kukushkin imply about spaced repetition learning
A. It’s unconnected to non-brain cells.
B. It’s strengthened by chemical pulses.
C. It’s probably an essential characteristic of all cells.
D. It’s usually better than cramming all the material at once.
31. In which field may the findings apply to
A. Genetic techniques. B. Medical treatment.
C. Psychological research. D. Behaviour disorders.
D
Environmental sustainability (可持续性) isn’t a major factor influencing meat consumption decisions for most Americans, despite increasing awareness of the climate impacts of red meat production, according to Rutgers researchers.
The study examined meat and seafood consumption patterns among a nationally representative sample of more than 1,200 U.S. adults. Researchers found while many Americans report reducing their red meat intake, food security and prices are the primary factors rather than environmental considerations.
The study revealed some demographic differences in meat consumption patterns and motivations (动机). For example, respondents aged 65 and older were more likely to report reducing red meat intake than younger pared to male respondents, female respondents reported environmental sustainability and health as important in making meat purchasing decisions.
“These findings can help improve more effective interventions (干预) and messaging campaigns to shift diets in a more sustainable direction,” said Emily V. Merchant, assistant professor in the Department of Urban-Global Public Health at the Rutgers School of Public Health. “Focusing on health benefits and affordability, rather than environmental impacts alone, is more likely to encourage changes in meat consumption for most Americans.”
The study comes as climate scientists point to reducing meat consumption, particularly beef and lamb, as a key strategy for relieving climate change.
“There are clearly some difficulties to overcome in terms of making sustainability a priority for consumers,” said Emily. “Efforts to reduce meat intake face cultural and political roadblocks, such as the strong persuasive power of the meat industry. Creative, multiple approaches that also emphasize health, taste and affordability may be needed to shift eating patterns in a meaningful way.”
The researchers said future studies should explore how to effectively combine different motivators in public messaging and interventions around meat consumption. They also called for more research on how to make minimally-processed plant-based alternatives (替代品) more appealing to meat eaters.
32. What mainly affects Americans’ meat consumption decisions according to the study
A. Health concerns. B. Cultural tradition.
C. Personal preferences. D. Environmental sustainability.
33. Which is closest in meaning to the underlined word “demographic” in paragraph 3
A. Of geographical location. B. Of economic position.
C. Of population group. D. Of political relation.
34. What does Emily think of the findings
A. They are beyond expectation. B. They are innovative.
C. They are far from acceptable. D. They are informative.
35. What might be a factor to stop sustainability from becoming a priority for consumers
A. The popularity of red meat. B. The influence of the meat industry.
C. The lack of environmental awareness. D. The high cost of plant-based alternatives.
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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Travel is much more than a simple escape from daily life. ___36___ What’s more, it can enhance your overall well-being, and contribute to personal growth. Whether it’s a weekend getaway, an adventurous trek, or an extended stay in a foreign country, travel challenges your assumptions and opens doors to self-discovery.
Travel changes the way you think.
One of the most persuasive reasons to travel is its ability to broaden your perspectives and change the way you think. It challenges your assumptions and biases (偏见). ___37___ This cognitive shift has been well-documented in research, and it’s one of the reasons why travel is such a powerful tool for personal growth.
___38___
Travel has been shown to stimulate creativity. As you are in a new environment, your brain is bombarded with new sights, sounds, and experiences. This influx (注入) of novelty triggers creative thinking by forcing your brain to make new associations and solve problems in unconventional ways.
Travel enhances your sense of purpose and personal fulfillment.
___39___ Whether you’ re exploring ancient ruins, hiking through lush forests, or sitting in a quiet temple, travel can provide moments of deep reflection that help you reevaluate your priorities and what you want out of life.
Travel strengthens emotional resilience (适应能力).
Beyond cognitive benefits, travel can also provide a powerful boost to your emotional well- being. When you travel, you often step outside of your comfort zones, encountering new challenges, unfamiliar environments, and sometimes difficult situations. ___40___
A. Travel creates lifelong memories and connections.
B. Travel boosts creativity and problem-solving skills.
C. For many, travel becomes a path to discovering a deeper sense of purpose.
D. One of the biggest benefits of travel is its ability to improve mental health.
E. It’s a transformative experience that has the potential to shape your perspectives.
F. When you travel to new places, you expose yourself to new ideas, cultures, and ways of life.
G. The experiences help you adapt to difficult situations, become flexible and recover from challenges.
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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
About two years ago, Darren Cropper suffered a heart attack in the middle of the night. ___41___, it was Bear, the family dog, who ___42___ the danger and jumped into action to save his owner’s life.
Darren’s wife, Janice, was awoken by Bear, who had come upstairs to ___43___ her. Worried, she followed Bear downstairs and found her husband Darren unconscious (无意识的) on the floor. Before she could take any action, the ___44___ had jumped over the couch and onto Darren.
After Janice called the emergency service, ambulance workers quickly arrived and ___45___ Darren to the hospital, where doctors ___46___ he had experienced one of the most severe forms of heart attack after a series of tests. He was later stabilized and ___47___ emergency triple bypass surgery, a five-hour procedure. Finally his life was ___48___.
Darren’s recovery would not have been possible if Bear hadn’t ___49___ with his unique form of “CPR”. Born to two former service dogs, Bear seemed to be able to ___50___ something was wrong. Darren remembers waking up to see Bear repeatedly jumping on his chest, which doctors believe provided just enough ___51___ to keep his heart going.
Today, Darren is ___52___ and healthy, forever grateful for Bear’s heroic actions. ___53___ his bravery, Bear was introduced into the 2024 Purina Animal Hall of Fame, celebrated for his life-saving instincts (本能).
Reflecting on his ___54___ with Bear after returning from the hospital, Darren said, “When I got home, he came right to me and jumped into my arms, and I just felt extremely ___55___.”
41. A. Hopefully B. Remarkably C. Generally D. Obviously
42. A. sensed B. stressed C. avoided D. recorded
43. A. amuse B. greet C. accompany D. warn
44. A. dog B. wife C. nurse D. carer
45. A. released B. rushed C. followed D. recommended
46. A. guaranteed B. assumed C. confirmed D. repeated
47. A. deserved B. investigated C. underwent D. performed
48. A. rescued B. affected C. valued D. limited
49. A. passed by B. stayed up C. taken off D. stepped in
50. A. imagine B. perceive C. prove D. remember
51. A. space B. information C. pressure D. guidance
52. A. alive B. alone C. popular D. free
53. A. Instead of B. Apart from C. As for D. Due to
54. A. campaign B. reunion C. adventure D. routine
55. A. pitiful B. ambitious C. grateful D. anxious
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。
At the Inca Museum in Cusco, Peru, visitors are greeted by ___56___ fascinating collection of cultural treasures, with giant bronze trees, golden masks and decorations from the ancient Shu Kingdom of China, as well as relics (遗物) of the ancient Peruvian Inc a civilization ___57___ (include).
The exhibition, The Light of the Sun: A Dialogue between Ancient Shu and Inca Civilizations, highlights a range of striking ___58___ (similarity) between these two very different cultures, both of ___59___ respected the sun and cherished gold. The exhibition can serve ___60___ a window for the people of Cusco to learn about Chinese cultural heritage and can also deepen exchanges and mutual understanding between China and Peru.
In 2016, ___61___ (celebrate) the 45th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Peru, the National Museum of Archaeology, Anthropology and History of Peru held an exhibition in Lima, ___62___ (feature) more than 100 exhibits from museums across China. It was the cultural event of the year in Lima. Thousands of people from Lima and other provinces of Peru visited the exhibition. They admired cultural relics that could only ___63___ (appreciate) from books and photos, such as the famous terracotta warriors.
Although China and Peru have become ___64___ (increasing) close in the fields of investment and trade, frequent cultural exchanges have helped Peruvians to understand that their shared history and cultural connections are even deeper than economic and political ties.
Peru, like China, Egypt, India and Mexico, is the cradle (摇篮) of civilization, and these peoples ____65____ (form) the basis of modern civilization more than 5,000 years ago.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
66. 假定你是李华，上周你班参观了市美术馆。请给你的英国朋友Chris写封邮件分享这次经历，内容包括：
1. 活动安排；
2. 你的收获。
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 Chris,
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
67. 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。
It was December, a time when the cold and fresh air was filled with the comforting scents of pine and cinnamon, signaling the arrival of Christmas. For several months, I had been doing everything I could to save money, giving up small pleasures to make sure that my children could have some nice things for Christmas. Yet, when I was about to shop in the supermarket, my attention was suddenly drawn to an “Angel Tree.” It was put there by a local charity, which aimed to bring happiness to the children in an orphanage (孤儿院), where buying everyone a toy could be a big challenge during the festive period.
The tree, decorated with twinkling lights and colorful things, brought some hope for less fortunate children. Hanging from its branches were paper angels with children’s names and the toys they longed for. People would purchase them and donate them to the charity. Then the charity would wrap the gifts and ensure they would reach the children on Christmas Day. The charity said they would also choose some fortunate donors to go to the orphanage with them to witness the heartwarming event. As I surveyed the tree, I noticed that only a couple of angels remained, both belonging to boys — one requesting a “football”, the other a “basketball”.
As I looked at them, the child still inside of me remembered my own childhood. When I was a kid, we lived a hard life and the money my parents earned was far from enough to meet our needs. I didn’t have many toys but the two I loved the most were my football and basketball. Even when I was alone I would play with them. I would spend hours shooting some hoops in our driveway and throwing the football in the air and catching it. The memories filled my heart with warmth and happiness and in that moment I realized what I should do.
注意：1. 续写词数应为150个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
I decided to make the boys’ wishes come true.
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To my surprise, I received a call from the charity days later.
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答案版
高二英语
考生注意：
1. 答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号填写在试卷和答题卡上，并将考生号条形码粘贴在答题卡上的指定位置。
2. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡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2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。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是 C。
1. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. A dog. B. A neighbor. C. An apartment.
【答案】C
【原文】W: How’s your new apartment
M: I thought it was in a quiet neighborhood, but it isn’t.
W: What’s wrong
M: One of my neighbors has a dog. It always barks all night long.
2. When did the woman arrive here
A. At 4:00 am. B. At 5:30 am. C. At 9:30 am.
【答案】C
【原文】M: So when did you get back, Sarah
W: I left the hotel at 5:30 and arrived here four hours later.
M: No wonder you look so tired now.
3. Why did the man fail to keep the appointment
A. He was stuck in traffic.
B. His car broke down on the way.
C. A car accident happened to him.
【答案】B
【原文】M: Oh, man! What a terrible day I had!
W: What happened
M: Everything went wrong. I had to meet a friend in the morning but on the way to the appointed place, there was something wrong with my car. So I couldn’t make it.
4. What does the man enjoy doing in his spare time
A. Drawing pictures. B. Playing the guitar. C. Singing songs.
【答案】A
【原文】W: Carl, what do you like doing after school
M: The paintings of Picasso attract me a lot. So I started learning to draw and color. What do you usually do in your spare time
W: I love playing the guitar and singing in my room.
5. Who will wash the dishes this Wednesday
A. Franklin. B. Daisy. C. Franklin’s father.
【答案】C
【原文】W: Franklin, do you know whose turn it is to do the washing-up
M: Daisy washed the dishes yesterday. Today is Wednesday. It must be Dad! And it’s my turn to do that tomorrow.
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，各小题给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6. Where did the man meet Emma
A. In Japan. B. In Finland. C. In the USA.
7. What can we learn from the conversation
A. The woman speaker is from Japan.
B. The man experienced culture shock.
C. The man made eye contact with Emma.
【答案】6. C 7. B
【原文】M: Jenny, do you know much about body languages in countries around the world
W: Sure, I’ve picked up a few things from traveling around for work. What’s up
M: Well, I met Emma, a customer from Japan at a meeting and she wouldn’t stop bowing during the meeting! I didn’t know what to do!
W: Oh, Japanese businessmen and businesswomen typically bow to greet each other.
M: But the meeting was held in America! And she wouldn’t look at me in the meeting.
W: You know, in some countries such as Finland, making eye contact with others is considered rude.
M: Alright. I think it’s highly possible.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8. Where are the speakers
A. In an office. B. In a restaurant. C. At home.
9. What does the man think of Jenny’s comment
A. Unacceptable. B. Meaningless. C. Encouraging.
10. Who is Jenny
A. The man’s friend.
B. The woman speaker’s boss.
C. The man’s boss.
【答案】8. B 9. A 10. C
【原文】M: I’ve been waiting for an hour, honey! Where have you been The waiter has come and asked me several times if I’d like to order.
W: I got stuck in traffic on the way from Jenny’s office.
M: Okay. Tell me exactly what Jenny said.
W: She said you always try to trick her.
M: What That’s not true!
W: I know, I know. I’ve been friends with her for ten years and her comment isn’t worth worrying about.
M: That’s easy for you to say. She’s not your boss!
W: Okay, okay. Let’s order the meal.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
11. Where will the man go next Monday
A. To Beijing. B. To Shanghai. C. To London.
12. Why does the man look worried
A. He behaved badly at a conference.
B. He may have to break his word.
C. He can’t give a TV interview.
13 What do we know about the man
A. He is well-known. B. He is poor at English. C. He will fire his assistant.
【答案】11. A 12. B 13. A
【原文】M: Hi, Nina. I’ve got a problem.
W: What’s wrong, Steven
M: I agreed to speak at an international conference in Shanghai next Monday. Now I won’t be able to do it.
W: Why What happened
M: My assistant told me that I must go to Beijing that day for an important TV interview. I don’t know how to tell the conference’s organizers the truth now.
W: Don’t worry about it. Maybe they have a backup.
M: Thank you. But I doubt that. I’m sure they’d prefer someone who keeps his word. I’ve got to talk to my assistant. He’s always messing up my schedule!
W: Forget it. These things often happen, especially for famous guys like you.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
14. What will the weather be like in the afternoon
A. Sunny. B. Rainy. C. Cloudy.
15. How does the old farmer know the weather
A. By observing the height of the birds’ nests.
B. By studying the shape of the birds’ nests.
C. By listening to the weather report.
16. Why is the old farmer’s father mentioned
A. To discuss how to improve farming.
B To persuade the woman to study the weather.
C. To show where the farmer learned the weather prediction.
17. Which behavior of cattle shows a rainy day according to the old farmer
A. Wandering around. B. Lying down. C. Eating grass carelessly.
【答案】14. B 15. A 16. C 17. B
【原文】W: What’s the weather like today Have you listened to the weather report
M: Yes. The weatherman said it’ll be sunny in the morning and there will be a shower in the afternoon. I met an old Irish farmer recently. He said he needn’t listen to the weather report. He can predict the weather by observing birds and other animals.
W: Really And how does that work
M: Well, he said that the nesting of birds can show both long-term and short-term weather patterns. He said that some birds, like magpies, build their nests lower if there are expected storms in summer, and higher if the weather is going to be fine, regardless of what the nests look like. This would be a long-term prediction.
W: How does he know this
M: He learned it from his father and grandfather.
W: And what about short-term predictions
M: Well, according to him, when cattle lie down in the fields instead of walking around and eating grass, it will rain that day.
W: Wow, I’ve never heard those before. It’s interesting to learn some ways to predict the weather.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18. Why did the man choose to buy the red and long fruit
A. It looked very special.
B. He hadn’t eaten it before.
C. It was cheaper than other fruits.
19. What’s the man like according to the passers- by
A. He was rude. B. He was crazy. C. He was reliable.
20. What does the speaker tell us to do in the end
A. Learn to take others’ advice.
B. Dare to try something new.
C. Let something go instead of keeping on losing.
【答案】18. C 19. B 20. C
【原文】 W: Not long ago a man went to India for the first time. When he got there, he saw a lot of fruit, but much of it was expensive. Finally he saw a big basket of very red and long fruit. And it was the cheapest in the shop. So he bought a whole kilogram of the fruit and started eating. After he ate some, his eyes watered, his mouth watered and burnt, and his face became red. He jumped up and down, but he still continued eating! Some passers-by who were looking at him shook their heads and said, “You’re crazy, man. Those are chilies! You can’t eat too many!” But the man said, “No! I paid money for them, and I’ll eat them up.”
We sometimes do lots of things like that. We spend money, time or effort doing something. And even though it’s been a long time, hard experience tells us that it won’t work. And we know there’s no more hope. We still continue just because we’ve put money, time, effort and love into it. So even if you’ve lost something, let it go and move on.
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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Here are some tips for visiting Rocky Mountain National Park, based on many first-hand visits.
Trail Ridge Road
This 48-mile drive will take you from Estes Park on the east side to Grand Lake on the west. Eleven miles of the drive are above treeline, giving you impressive views of the surrounding peaks. Before you go, note the following:
·Always check for park warnings, road closures, and the weather report.
·Make park entrance reservations (预定) a as far in advance as possible.
·Arrive early for a parking spot or take park buses.
·Dogs are not allowed on National Park trails (小径).
·Fill up your water bottle before heading out and drink lots of water during your time outdoors.
Hiking Trails
* Bear Lake
Bear Lake is probably the most popular trailhead in the park — so much so that it now has its own reservation system. There’s something here for everyone, as a variety of trails leave from this point. The three-mile hike to Nymph, Dream, and Emerald Lakes is one of the most popular activities.
* Alberta Falls
Alberta Falls is one of the park’s most popular waterfalls. It’s also a short and easy hike from the Glacier Gorge parking lot, not even two miles round-trip.
* Longs Peak
Longs Peak is a 14er (14,259 feet, to be precise) that attracts those who seek to challenge themselves.
* East Portal
East Portal offers access to a network of mountain bike-friendly trails. The Sourdough Trail is a fan favorite, with varied terrain (地形) .
21. What should visitors do before driving on Trail Ridge Road
A. Prepare enough snacks for the drive.
B. Reserve a parking spot in advance.
C. Search usable gas stations along the route online.
D. Find out the conditions for driving on the road.
22. What can we learn about Bear Lake
A. It features hikes of around 3 miles.
B. It offers suitable trails for different people.
C. It is the starting point of the hike to Alberta Falls.
D. It is known for its unique reservation system.
23. Which of the following may risk-takers choose
A. The hike to Bear Lake. B. The hike to Alberta Falls.
C. The hike to Longs Peak. D. The hike to East Portal.
【答案】21. D 22. B 23. C
B
I remember a time when steaming dishes of dumplings were laid out before me on the dining table. I was five years old, and a bowl of Chinese vinegar with two drops of sesame oil sat under my nose, eagerly awaiting the three hot dumplings that my grandma would soon drop in.
She’d always break them in half for me so my little fingers could use my chopsticks, and that day, I was the pride and joy of my family for consuming a total of nine dumplings.
That was the last time I had looked at a plate of dumplings without fear — at least until recently.
Somewhere along the way, food transformed into something I avoided. Any plate became fat-protein-carbs in my eyes. The rich fat on red-braised pork remained untouched on my plate, and even my mom’s delicious stir-fried dishes were secretly washed in the water before I’d attempt to eat them. Passing by bakeries consumed me with conflict for the rest of the day because they looked so, so delicious. I wanted a taste so badly, but no, I couldn’t.
This past March, I visited my family in China for the first time in six years. There was a stillness unlike earlier springs. The winter chill overstayed its welcome, seemingly in response to my grandpa’s passing just a few weeks before. My grandpa always requested peanuts with his dumplings, sometimes a bottle of beer, if my grandma allowed it. He liked sauerkraut filling (酸菜馅), since meat was hard on his dentures (假牙), which made clicking sounds when he chewed.
This time around, we bought giant sauerkraut dumplings from the morning market. My grandma still broke them in half for me. This time, I couldn’t eat nine, but I ate until I was full, and over the memories of my grandpa’s clicking and the warmth of my stomach filling up, I found comfort.
24. Why did Grandma break the dumplings in half
A. To cool them quickly. B. To show the filling.
C. To make the author eat easily. D. To appeal to the author.
25. What happened to the author when growing up
A. He became tired of homemade food. B. He stopped eating meat at home.
C. He started enjoying cooking more. D. He stayed away from certain types of food.
26. How did the author’s recent visit to China differ from his previous ones
A He stayed for a longer period than before.
B. His grandpa’s death affected the family.
C. The weather was much warmer than usual.
D. His family didn’t prepare his favorite dishes.
27. What is the text mainly about
A. Grandma’s love. B. Experiences of homesickness.
C. Memories of dumplings. D. Wishes for returning home.
【答案】24. C 25. D 26. B 27. C
C
It’s common knowledge that our brains — and, specifically, our brain cells — store memories. But a team of scientists has discovered that cells from other parts of the body also perform a memory function, opening new pathways for understanding how memory works and creating the potential to enhance learning and to treat memory-related diseases.
The research sought to better understand if non- brain cells help with memory by borrowing from a long-established neurological property — the massed-spaced effect — which shows that we tend to memorize information better when studying in spaced intervals (间隔) rather than in a single, intensive period — better known as cramming (临时死记硬背) for a test.
In the research, the scientists repeated learning over time by studying two types of non-brain human cells in a laboratory （one from nerve tissue and the other from kidney tissue）and exposing them to different patterns of chemical signals. In response, the non-brain cells turned on a “memory gene (基因)”.
To track the memory and learning process, the scientists engineered these non-brain cells to make a protein, which indicated when the memory gene was on and when it was off.
The results showed that these cells could determine when the chemical pulses (脉冲) were repeated rather than simply extended — just as nerve cells in our brain can record when we learn with breaks rather than cramming all the material in one sitting. Specifically, when the pulses were delivered in spaced-out intervals, they turned on the “memory gene” more strongly, and for a longer time, than when the same treatment was delivered all at once.
“This reflects the massed-spaced effect in action,” says Kukushkin, a clinical associate professor of life science at NYU Liberal Studies. “It shows that the ability to learn from spaced repetition isn’t unique to brain cells, but, in fact, might be a basic property of all cells.”
The researchers add that the findings not only offer new ways to study memory, but also point to potential health-related advantages.
28. What can we know from the first paragraph
A. Brain cells process most of the memories.
B. Memory-related diseases can be easily treated now.
C. Scientists have fully understood how memory works.
D. Non-brain cells may have something to do with memory.
29. How did the scientists track memory in non-brain cells
A. By using a specific protein. B. By measuring the size of the cells.
C. By comparing chemical reactions. D. By recording the learning effects.
30. What does Kukushkin imply about spaced repetition learning
A. It’s unconnected to non-brain cells.
B. It’s strengthened by chemical pulses.
C. It’s probably an essential characteristic of all cells.
D. It’s usually better than cramming all the material at once.
31. In which field may the findings apply to
A. Genetic techniques. B. Medical treatment.
C. Psychological research. D. Behaviour disorders.
【答案】28. D 29. A 30. C 31. B
D
Environmental sustainability (可持续性) isn’t a major factor influencing meat consumption decisions for most Americans, despite increasing awareness of the climate impacts of red meat production, according to Rutgers researchers.
The study examined meat and seafood consumption patterns among a nationally representative sample of more than 1,200 U.S. adults. Researchers found while many Americans report reducing their red meat intake, food security and prices are the primary factors rather than environmental considerations.
The study revealed some demographic differences in meat consumption patterns and motivations (动机). For example, respondents aged 65 and older were more likely to report reducing red meat intake than younger pared to male respondents, female respondents reported environmental sustainability and health as important in making meat purchasing decisions.
“These findings can help improve more effective interventions (干预) and messaging campaigns to shift diets in a more sustainable direction,” said Emily V. Merchant, assistant professor in the Department of Urban-Global Public Health at the Rutgers School of Public Health. “Focusing on health benefits and affordability, rather than environmental impacts alone, is more likely to encourage changes in meat consumption for most Americans.”
The study comes as climate scientists point to reducing meat consumption, particularly beef and lamb, as a key strategy for relieving climate change.
“There are clearly some difficulties to overcome in terms of making sustainability a priority for consumers,” said Emily. “Efforts to reduce meat intake face cultural and political roadblocks, such as the strong persuasive power of the meat industry. Creative, multiple approaches that also emphasize health, taste and affordability may be needed to shift eating patterns in a meaningful way.”
The researchers said future studies should explore how to effectively combine different motivators in public messaging and interventions around meat consumption. They also called for more research on how to make minimally-processed plant-based alternatives (替代品) more appealing to meat eaters.
32. What mainly affects Americans’ meat consumption decisions according to the study
A. Health concerns. B. Cultural tradition.
C. Personal preferences. D. Environmental sustainability.
33. Which is closest in meaning to the underlined word “demographic” in paragraph 3
A. Of geographical location. B. Of economic position.
C. Of population group. D. Of political relation.
34. What does Emily think of the findings
A. They are beyond expectation. B. They are innovative.
C. They are far from acceptable. D. They are informative.
35. What might be a factor to stop sustainability from becoming a priority for consumers
A. The popularity of red meat. B. The influence of the meat industry.
C. The lack of environmental awareness. D. The high cost of plant-based alternatives.
【答案】32. A 33. C 34. D 35. B
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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Travel is much more than a simple escape from daily life. ___36___ What’s more, it can enhance your overall well-being, and contribute to personal growth. Whether it’s a weekend getaway, an adventurous trek, or an extended stay in a foreign country, travel challenges your assumptions and opens doors to self-discovery.
Travel changes the way you think.
One of the most persuasive reasons to travel is its ability to broaden your perspectives and change the way you think. It challenges your assumptions and biases (偏见). ___37___ This cognitive shift has been well-documented in research, and it’s one of the reasons why travel is such a powerful tool for personal growth.
___38___
Travel has been shown to stimulate creativity. As you are in a new environment, your brain is bombarded with new sights, sounds, and experiences. This influx (注入) of novelty triggers creative thinking by forcing your brain to make new associations and solve problems in unconventional ways.
Travel enhances your sense of purpose and personal fulfillment.
___39___ Whether you’ re exploring ancient ruins, hiking through lush forests, or sitting in a quiet temple, travel can provide moments of deep reflection that help you reevaluate your priorities and what you want out of life.
Travel strengthens emotional resilience (适应能力).
Beyond cognitive benefits, travel can also provide a powerful boost to your emotional well- being. When you travel, you often step outside of your comfort zones, encountering new challenges, unfamiliar environments, and sometimes difficult situations. ___40___
A. Travel creates lifelong memories and connections.
B. Travel boosts creativity and problem-solving skills.
C. For many, travel becomes a path to discovering a deeper sense of purpose.
D. One of the biggest benefits of travel is its ability to improve mental health.
E. It’s a transformative experience that has the potential to shape your perspectives.
F. When you travel to new places, you expose yourself to new ideas, cultures, and ways of life.
G. The experiences help you adapt to difficult situations, become flexible and recover from challenges.
【答案】36. E 37. F 38. B 39. C 40. G
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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
About two years ago, Darren Cropper suffered a heart attack in the middle of the night. ___41___, it was Bear, the family dog, who ___42___ the danger and jumped into action to save his owner’s life.
Darren’s wife, Janice, was awoken by Bear, who had come upstairs to ___43___ her. Worried, she followed Bear downstairs and found her husband Darren unconscious (无意识的) on the floor. Before she could take any action, the ___44___ had jumped over the couch and onto Darren.
After Janice called the emergency service, ambulance workers quickly arrived and ___45___ Darren to the hospital, where doctors ___46___ he had experienced one of the most severe forms of heart attack after a series of tests. He was later stabilized and ___47___ emergency triple bypass surgery, a five-hour procedure. Finally his life was ___48___.
Darren’s recovery would not have been possible if Bear hadn’t ___49___ with his unique form of “CPR”. Born to two former service dogs, Bear seemed to be able to ___50___ something was wrong. Darren remembers waking up to see Bear repeatedly jumping on his chest, which doctors believe provided just enough ___51___ to keep his heart going.
Today, Darren is ___52___ and healthy, forever grateful for Bear’s heroic actions. ___53___ his bravery, Bear was introduced into the 2024 Purina Animal Hall of Fame, celebrated for his life-saving instincts (本能).
Reflecting on his ___54___ with Bear after returning from the hospital, Darren said, “When I got home, he came right to me and jumped into my arms, and I just felt extremely ___55___.”
41. A. Hopefully B. Remarkably C. Generally D. Obviously
42. A. sensed B. stressed C. avoided D. recorded
43. A. amuse B. greet C. accompany D. warn
44. A. dog B. wife C. nurse D. carer
45. A. released B. rushed C. followed D. recommended
46. A. guaranteed B. assumed C. confirmed D. repeated
47. A. deserved B. investigated C. underwent D. performed
48. A. rescued B. affected C. valued D. limited
49. A. passed by B. stayed up C. taken off D. stepped in
50. A. imagine B. perceive C. prove D. remember
51. A. space B. information C. pressure D. guidance
52. A. alive B. alone C. popular D. free
53. A. Instead of B. Apart from C. As for D. Due to
54. A. campaign B. reunion C. adventure D. routine
55. A. pitiful B. ambitious C. grateful D. anxious
【答案】41. B 42. A 43. D 44. A 45. B 46. C 47. C 48. A 49. D 50. B 51. C 52. A 53. D 54. B 55. C
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。
At the Inca Museum in Cusco, Peru, visitors are greeted by ___56___ fascinating collection of cultural treasures, with giant bronze trees, golden masks and decorations from the ancient Shu Kingdom of China, as well as relics (遗物) of the ancient Peruvian Inc a civilization ___57___ (include).
The exhibition, The Light of the Sun: A Dialogue between Ancient Shu and Inca Civilizations, highlights a range of striking ___58___ (similarity) between these two very different cultures, both of ___59___ respected the sun and cherished gold. The exhibition can serve ___60___ a window for the people of Cusco to learn about Chinese cultural heritage and can also deepen exchanges and mutual understanding between China and Peru.
In 2016, ___61___ (celebrate) the 45th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Peru, the National Museum of Archaeology, Anthropology and History of Peru held an exhibition in Lima, ___62___ (feature) more than 100 exhibits from museums across China. It was the cultural event of the year in Lima. Thousands of people from Lima and other provinces of Peru visited the exhibition. They admired cultural relics that could only ___63___ (appreciate) from books and photos, such as the famous terracotta warriors.
Although China and Peru have become ___64___ (increasing) close in the fields of investment and trade, frequent cultural exchanges have helped Peruvians to understand that their shared history and cultural connections are even deeper than economic and political ties.
Peru, like China, Egypt, India and Mexico, is the cradle (摇篮) of civilization, and these peoples ____65____ (form) the basis of modern civilization more than 5,000 years ago.
【答案】56. a 57. included
58. similarities
59. which 60. as
61. to celebrate
62. featuring
63. be appreciated
64. increasingly
65 formed
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
66. 假定你是李华，上周你班参观了市美术馆。请给你的英国朋友Chris写封邮件分享这次经历，内容包括：
1. 活动安排；
2. 你的收获。
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 Chris,
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Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】One possible version:
Dear Chris,
How is everything going I’m writing to share with you a trip to the City Art Gallery, which was organized by our class last Saturday. We started early in the morning and spent the entire day exploring various exhibits under the guidance of the professional workers in the City Art Gallery. We enjoyed many impressive paintings and sculptures, and even attended an interesting lecture.
I found the modern art section particularly inspiring. It challenged my perception of beauty and creativity. Moreover, I learned a lot about local artists and their contributions to the cultural heritage. It was a fulfilling day, and I’m grateful for such an enriching experience.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
67. 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。
It was December, a time when the cold and fresh air was filled with the comforting scents of pine and cinnamon, signaling the arrival of Christmas. For several months, I had been doing everything I could to save money, giving up small pleasures to make sure that my children could have some nice things for Christmas. Yet, when I was about to shop in the supermarket, my attention was suddenly drawn to an “Angel Tree.” It was put there by a local charity, which aimed to bring happiness to the children in an orphanage (孤儿院), where buying everyone a toy could be a big challenge during the festive period.
The tree, decorated with twinkling lights and colorful things, brought some hope for less fortunate children. Hanging from its branches were paper angels with children’s names and the toys they longed for. People would purchase them and donate them to the charity. Then the charity would wrap the gifts and ensure they would reach the children on Christmas Day. The charity said they would also choose some fortunate donors to go to the orphanage with them to witness the heartwarming event. As I surveyed the tree, I noticed that only a couple of angels remained, both belonging to boys — one requesting a “football”, the other a “basketball”.
As I looked at them, the child still inside of me remembered my own childhood. When I was a kid, we lived a hard life and the money my parents earned was far from enough to meet our needs. I didn’t have many toys but the two I loved the most were my football and basketball. Even when I was alone I would play with them. I would spend hours shooting some hoops in our driveway and throwing the football in the air and catching it. The memories filled my heart with warmth and happiness and in that moment I realized what I should do.
注意：1. 续写词数应为150个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
I decided to make the boys’ wishes come true.
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To my surprise, I received a call from the charity days later.
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【答案】One possible version:
I decided to make the boys’ wishes come true. I carefully took down the paper angels, feeling the weight of their hope and longing in my hands. With a sense of purpose, I walked to the toy section of the supermarket, searching for the football and basketball. Soon I found them. I went straight to the checkout counter and paid for them. Then I dropped them in the box, imagining the joy and excitement that would light up the boys’ faces when they received their gifts on Christmas morning. Though I left my phone number, I didn’t expect that I would be able to witness that warm event.
To my surprise, I received a call from the charity days later. They said I was chosen from many donors. Then on Sunday morning, I went to the orphanage with the charity. When we took out the gifts, the two boys who wanted a basketball and a football spotted their gifts immediately and after they knew I bought them, they hugged me and thanked me repeatedly. Realizing that I had played a small but meaningful role in spreading joy during the holiday season, I was really moved. In giving, I was also receiving — a renewed sense of purpose and connection to the spirit of Christmas.
