《创新方案》UNIT 4 SHARING7 单元过关检测(四)（课件）高中英语人教版选修4同步讲练测
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| 名称 | 《创新方案》UNIT 4 SHARING7 单元过关检测(四)（课件）高中英语人教版选修4同步讲练测 |
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(共123张PPT)
单元过关检测(四)
(时间：120分钟，满分：150分)
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1．What does the man like about the play
A．The story.
B．The ending.
C．The actor.
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2．What might prevent the woman from buying the sofa
A．Its price.
B．Its quality.
C．Its appearance.
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3．Why did the man go to Beijing last weekend
A．To meet his friend.
B．To go shopping.
C．To have lunch.
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4．What time will the meeting begin
A．At 11 am.
B．At 1 pm.
C．At 3 pm.
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5．How does Jack feel now
A．Confident.
B．Discouraged.
C．Pleased.
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第二节(共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6．Where does the gado-gado come from
A．India.
B．Thailand.
C．Indonesia.
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7．What food does the man plan to try
A．Salad with peanut sauce.
B．Vegetable curry.
C．Noodles.
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听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8．Why does Michael look tired
A．He hasn't slept well.
B．He has spent the whole night working.
C．He has watched videos all night.
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9．What did Michael do at the weekend
A．He watched a concert.
B．He made a video.
C．He was busy online.
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10．What will Michael do next
A．Get some sleep.
B．Write new blog posts.
C．Upload more videos.
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听第8段材料，回答第11至14题。
11．What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A．Colleagues.
B．Classmates.
C．Husband and wife.
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12．What are the speakers mainly talking about
A．How to complete the presentations.
B．How to balance work and life.
C．What to do on the weekend.
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13．What do the speakers plan to do this Saturday
A．Go to the seaside.
B．Visit an old friend.
C．Attend a music festival.
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14．When will the speakers probably arrive at their destination
A．At 7：00 am.
B．At 8：00 am.
C．At 8：20 am.
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听第9段材料，回答第15至17题。
15．Why didn't Gail help John yesterday
A．She felt that it was too hot.
B．She had to grade some homework.
C．She was struggling with a new project.
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16．What does John want Gail to do today
A．Plant a tree in the backyard.
B．Put in new windows.
C．Make sure he is safe.
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17．What is the relationship between the speakers
A．Neighbors.
B．Co-workers.
C．A couple.
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听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18．What does the speaker think of Patrick
A．Loyal and honest.
B．Stubborn and pessimistic.
C．Easy-going and supportive.
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19．What happens to the friendship between the speaker and Patrick
A．They become impatient with each other.
B．They remain friends as usual.
C．They make little time for each other.
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20．How often do they usually meet each other
A．Once a week.
B．Once a month.
C．Twice a month.
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听力材料
(Text 1)
W：Jack，how do you like the play
M：It's a simple story with a happy ending.But luckily it had a very strong actor and he managed to carry the whole play.①
(Text 2)
M：I really like this sofa.The patterns are so beautiful and the quality is excellent.
W：I agree. But I'm not sure if we can afford it right now.②
(Text 3)
M：Last weekend I took the train to Beijing to meet my friend ③ and he invited me to have lunch.How about you
W：I went there, too.I just went window shopping with my friends，but I didn't buy anything.I'm trying to save money.
(Text 4)
W：Would it be OK to have the meeting at 11 o'clock on Tuesday morning
M：That's fine，④ but it has to be finished by 1 pm because I have a flight to catch at 3 pm.
W：OK，got it.
(Text 5)
W：Jack was quite confident after the test.But he just got a C.
M：No wonder he wears a long face.⑤
W：I hope he can be pleased as soon as possible.
(Text 6)
W：Look, there's a snack bar.Let's go now!
M：Okay，what food do you want to try
W：I am going to eat the gado-gado.⑥
M：What's that
W：It's a traditional Indonesian salad with peanut sauce.⑥ What about you
M：Hmm...I have no idea.
W：Do you want noodles, vegetables, or rice
M：I'd like to have some vegetables.Do you know if there are any spicy vegetable dishes
W：You could get an Indian or Thai vegetable curry.
M：I'll have a shot.⑦
(Text 7)
W：You look tired, Michael.
M：Yeah，I've spent the whole night updating my website and posting answers on the message board.⑧ I'm exhausted.
W：Were you up really late the night before
M：Uh-huh.I was up half the night watching a stream of videos.
W：You didn't sleep much over the weekend either.
M：I know. I was busy researching and writing new blog posts.I was also uploading videos to a video sharing site. ⑨ You should watch my videos.
W：I'm surprised that you can even talk to me right now. Your eyes are almost closed.
M：I know. I should really get more sleep.⑩ I spend too much time online.⑨
(Text 8)
W：There were lots of presentations for us to do this week.It was such a long week.
M：Yes！I nearly became a night owl. If I hadn't worked until midnight，I would not have finished all the work that the boss gave me.
W：We should spend some days relaxing or we'll be exhausted.
M：There's a music festival in Santa Barbara next Sunday.Maybe I'll go there next Saturday.But this weekend, I just want to have a good rest at home.
W：But spending two days at home is so boring.I want to do something more interesting，and something that can refresh my body and mind.
M：So what are you going to do this weekend？
W：I was thinking of driving to the beach. Would you be interested in joining me
M：Good idea.When will you be leaving
W：I think we can leave around 7：00 am on Saturday.
M：Well, at weekends I like to sleep late. How about picking me up at 8：00 am
W：OK.It's about a 20-minute drive from your house to the beach. We still have plenty of time to explore there.
M：Thanks for asking me to go with you.See you on Saturday.
(Text 9)
W：Hey, John, do you need any help with your house project today I saw you struggling a bit when you were on your own yesterday. I wanted to come over and help then，but I was really busy grading my students' essays.
M：Thanks for the offer, Gail.I couldn't ask you to waste your afternoon helping me，though.It's a difficult job，and the summer heat is not making it any easier.
W：Don't be silly. You have helped me plenty of times since I moved to this neighborhood. Do you remember when you helped me replace my old windows and put that apple tree in the ground？I can definitely help you with this.
M：I suppose you're right，but I don't want to make you climb on my roof. Would you just hold the ladder for me so it doesn't fall over？ I think without having to worry about keeping my balance so much，I will be able to work much quicker.
W：No problem. I can do anything to make you feel better and less dangerous.
(Text 10)
M：I really miss my old friend Patrick. He's always been there for me—really supportive, easy-going and a good listener， but I can't say we're really friends anymore，and it makes me sad. We have just started to grow apart. We call each other less often and don't see each other much either，maybe once a month. I think it's my fault.Maybe I didn't work at our friendship enough and just assumed
we'd always be friends. But I think we do need to work on our friendship. Otherwise people grow apart.I don't know what to do about it. I will accept things as they are or possibly reach out to Patrick and try to make more time for him.
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。
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As we speak, our fundraisers are singing, dancing, baking and bucket-shaking their way to help beat cancer sooner—and we'd love for you to join the team!
Our researchers are doing everything they can to make sure 3 in 4 people survive cancer by 2034, but we need the energy, creativity and motivation of our fundraising teams to make this possible.
It's easy to get involved—all you need is a little time to spare and a passion for teamwork, making a difference in your community and beating cancer sooner.
Not sure how to get started Click on the link below, pinpoint your area and get a feel for the opportunities available on your doorstep right now.
Find a role in your local area.
Workplace Ambassador Volunteer
Could you convince your colleagues to help beat cancer sooner We're looking for someone passionate and well-connected to help promote and support our cause within workplaces across the country.
Fundraising Group Volunteer
Are you a team player looking to inspire others and get involved in fundraising We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers with good local knowledge to support fundraising groups or launch one of their own.
Relay For Life Fundraising Volunteer
Are you a sociable and motivated individual with a passion to share There are loads of different ways you can join our fantastic Relay For Life team. Just take a look here.
Read more at http：//www. cancerresearchuk.org/support-us/volunteer.
【解题导语】 本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了一个帮助癌症患者的志愿者项目。
21．The purpose of this fundraising is ________ according to this passage.
A．to help the children
B．to help the senior citizens
C．to help the jobless colleagues
D．to help the people with cancer
解析：细节理解题。根据第一段内容可知，这次筹款的目的是帮助癌症患者。
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22．If you are the person who boasts good peer relations, the best choice for you is ________．
A．Singing Dancing Baking Volunteer
B．Fundraising Group Volunteer
C．Relay For Life Fundraising Volunteer
D．Workplace Ambassador Volunteer
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解析：细节理解题。根据Workplace Ambassador Volunteer？部分中的“Could you convince your colleagues to help...within workplaces across the country.”可知，如果你是一个拥有良好同伴关系的人，那么职场大使志愿者是你最好的选择。
23．What is the passage type
A．An online notice.
B．An online advertisement.
C．A private blog post.
D．An introduction to voluntary work.
解析：推理判断题。通读全文，尤其是最后一段内容可知，文章是一个在线广告。
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B
Last year I had a 7-day paid leave and I decided to go on an overnight stay to a nearby fancy hotel. I was drawn to the beautiful views and distance from the hustle and bustle (喧嚣) of the city. After I arrived, I was shocked to know that my room had no wireless network or even television! We were in a modern society，weren't we？Then what was the matter with them
“We learned from recent studies that people avoiding social media for one week might result in considerable improvements in their well-being, depression, and anxiety，” the staff explained with patience to me when I questioned their service.“And now, many hotels and homestays around the world have been offering visitors exactly this,sir...”
Later, I ran across some brochures about such trend in my room. Sheldon Chalet, a famous place of interest in Alaska, has gone tech-free in an attempt to provide its guests with a truly relaxing vacation without technology.Owner Marne Sheldon hopes that guests can become less dependent of technology.“Here they can spend their nights looking at shooting stars and the aurora (极光), rather than checking through smartphones, messages and posts or watching the
news.” For travelers who prefer peace in the sun and sand, one tiny island in the Caribbean has no televisions，telephones or wireless network.Guests at the island's resort have to communicate with staff using traditional methods, such as raising or lowering a flag outside their cottage!
“In today's environment of constant information and digital connection, many people are in need of a digital detox (数码脱瘾).” Anyway, as for my case, it is actually a new luxury—peace and quiet.
【解题导语】 本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者去度假时发现酒店不提供任何科技产品的故事，经过亲身体验，作者感悟到在当今数字和信息连接不断的环境中，很多人都需要“数码脱瘾”。
24．Why did the author go to the hotel
A．To tour the busy city.
B．To kill the time online.
C．To get himself a break.
D．To celebrate the festival.
解析：推理判断题。根据第一段中的“I had a 7-day paid leave...fancy hotel”可推知，作者去酒店是想借机休息一下。
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25．What does the underlined word “this” in paragraph 2 refer to
A．Hotel-guided tourism. B．Self-service marketing.
C．Digital printing service. D．Technology-free service.
解析：代词指代题。根据画线词上文宾馆老板提到的“people avoiding social media...and anxiety”和第一段中的“had no wireless network or even television”等信息可知，画线词this指代的是“零科技服务”。
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26．What does Marne Sheldon expect people to do
A．Stick to traditions.
B．Be close to nature.
C．Be self-dependent.
D．Become reasonable.
解析：推理判断题。根据第三段中的“Owner Marne Sheldon hopes...‘Here they can spend...watching the news.’”可知，马恩·谢尔登希望人们亲近自然。
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27．Which is the best title for the passage
A．Tech-free: A New Travel Trend
B．Get Away from the Real World
C．Never Believe in the Travel Ads
D．An Island-based Tour Destination
解析：标题归纳题。通读全文可知，作者以个人经历向读者介绍了一种新的旅行趋势：零科技旅行。A项最适合作文章标题。
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C
From the very first cellphone developed by an American company in 1973 which could only make phone calls for 30 minutes at most to today's 5G smartphones, the shape of the mobile phone has been constantly changing and its features have become more and more diverse.
While current foldable phones are limited to folding the screen up and down or left and right, AI tools predict that in the future, phones will become completely flexible.
A company revealed a flexible phone with an adaptive display that can be worn like a bracelet and bent into multiple shapes in October 2023.And other companies are also working on a way to make foldable screens with fewer creases.
The phones of the future may also be “self-healing”—who hasn't experienced that awful moment when you drop your phone and the screen cracks So an “unbreakable” phone would really come in handy.
In 2023, Zhenan Bao at Stanford University, US, developed a synthetic (合成的) skin that can heal itself using heat and magnets. This artificial skin can stretch like human skin without tearing. This new type of thin film can rearrange itself automatically as it heals.
The way phones are powered will also see a shift, such as by using solar energy. Many innovative technologies and devices have come out of this field. In 2016, a corporation from Japan and a French company launched a solar-powered phone, using solar panels built into the screen to collect solar energy.
It took about three minutes of sunlight to charge the phone for one minute of talk time. Due to the longer relative charging time when using solar power, the phone still needed traditional batteries to be practical. However, as the tech develops and solar panels can charge things more efficiently, we may see a rise in using solar energy to charge smartphones.
【解题导语】 本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了未来的手机可能拥有的一些新特性。
28．Which feature of future mobile phones is NOT mentioned in the passage
A．Safety. B．Flexibility.
C．Endurance. D．Sustainability.
解析：细节理解题。根据第二、三段内容以及第四段中的“So an ‘unbreakable’ phone would really come in handy.”可知，文章没有提到未来手机的安全特性。
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29．What makes it possible for the future phone to heal itself
A．A special animal skin.
B．An artificial light.
C．A synthesized magnet.
D．An innovative material.
解析：细节理解题。根据第五段内容可知，一种创新的材料让未来的手机能够自愈。
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30．Why are Japanese and French companies mentioned in paragraph 6
A．To prove that built-in solar panels in future cellphones is still a fantasy.
B．To argue that the way cellphones are charged in the future is constantly changing.
C．To illustrate that numerous technologies and products of innovation have emerged.
D．To indicate that Japan and France lead the way in developing solar-powered phones.
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解析：推理判断题。根据第六段中的“Many innovative technologies and devices...to collect solar energy.”可知，第六段提到日本和法国的公司是为了说明许多创新的技术和产品已经出现。
31．What's the author's attitude towards solar-powered cellphones in the future
A．Reserved. B．Optimistic.
C．Concerned. D．Indifferent.
解析：观点态度题。根据最后一段中的“However, as the tech develops...solar energy to charge smartphones.”可知，作者对未来使用太阳能充电的手机持乐观态度。
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D
Some girls tend to feel frustrated if they have a pear-shaped body, with hips that are wider than the bust (胸部) and shoulders. While pear-shaped people's waists are typically smaller, they may have more fat on their hips and legs. As a result, many pear-shaped girls try to hide their hips and legs under large dresses and pants.
However, a recent study suggested that pear-shaped people are the ones who won the genetic lottery!
A study published in September by the US National Library of Medicine found that the waist-to-hip ratio(WHR) shows the strongest and most consistent association with mortality. Traditionally, the body mass index (BMI) has been considered the best indicator of health. However, this study challenges this belief. It surveyed nearly 40，000 people and found that, regardless of BMI, WHR is positively correlated
with all-cause mortality(all of the deaths that occur in a population no matter the cause). The larger the WHR, the higher the all-cause mortality rate will be. Instead of focusing on how much fat a person has, scientists involved in this study suggest people should focus more on how fat is distributed in a person's body.
WHR, as its name suggests, compares your waist measurement to your hip measurement. A larger waistline means more central fat, which could indicate more visceral fat (内脏脂肪), also known as toxic fat. Harvard Medical School states that more visceral fat increases the risk of illnesses including diabetes, heart diseases and asthma. That's why people with a pear-shaped body tend to be healthier than others. According to the World Health Organization(WHO), a healthy WHR is less than 0.85 for women and less than 0.9 for men.
It is impossible to specifically target waist fat when people try to lose weight. But losing overall fat will make the waist smaller. Researchers from Johns Hopkins University suggested we eat less carbohydrates and more food higher in fiber and protein. Moreover, doing strength training helps build more muscle, which makes you burn more calories even when you're resting.
【解题导语】 本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了研究发现，梨形身材的人往往比其他人更健康。
32．Why do pear-shaped girls prefer baggy trousers
A．To show off their long legs.
B．To hide their broad shoulders.
C．To showcase their slim waists.
D．To cover their wide hips and thick legs.
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解析：细节理解题。根据第一段中的“As a result, many pear-shaped girls try to hide their hips and legs under large dresses and pants.”可知，梨形身材的女孩更喜欢宽松的裤子是因为这能遮住她们的臀部和腿部。
33．What does the recent study find that goes against the conventional belief
A．Pear-shaped people are much healthier.
B．WHR consistently correlates with death rate.
C．Pear-shaped people are lucky to win lotteries.
D．A smaller BMI indicates healthier physical condition.
解析：细节理解题。根据第三段中的“A study published...rate will be.”可知，最近的研究发现腰臀比与死亡率相关，这与传统观念相悖。
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34．What does the author primarily intend to do in paragraph 4
A．To announce the standard WHR set by World Health Organization.
B．To explain why pear-shaped people are likely to be healthier than others.
C．To introduce what WHR refers to and how to measure our waistlines.
D．To reveal the huge risks of various illnesses visceral fat can bring about.
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解析：推理判断题。根据第四段内容可知，作者在第四段解释了为什么梨形身材的人可能比其他人更健康。
35．What's the passage mainly about
A．A practical tip for losing waist fat.
B．A healthy WHR recommended by WHO.
C．A surprise bonus won by pear-shaped bodies.
D．A typical bodyshape bringing good to health.
解析：主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是第二段内容可知，这篇文章介绍了梨形身材的意外好处。
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第二节(共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
阅读下面的短文，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。
It's hard to define what trust is. Sure, there is the dictionary definition—a firm belief in the reliability, truth or ability of someone or something.36.____________________________________________ Our ability to trust in others is influenced by our experiences, personalities and so on.
A．But real trust is much more complex than that.
37．____________________________________________ When you order a taxi, you're putting your trust in the driver to get you safely from A to B．When you hire someone to deliver a service, you have to trust they will do a good job. When you have a secret business conversation with a new customer, you need to trust that they won't let it out.
C．Trust lies at the heart of our daily life in many ways.
The deepest trust is developed over time, whether that's with our partners, our family or our oldest friends. 38.______________________
_____________________________________ But when it comes to meeting people for the first time, we are unknowingly influenced by the environment around us. Everything we have experienced in our life
E．Those are people we
share our secrets with and feel safe among.
feeds into our ability to trust people now. 39.______________________
______________________________________________________ Some can disconnect past experiences from future experiences. Others find it harder to let go and associate past bad experiences with present situations.
G．How much these past
experiences affect future trust varies from person to person.
Whether you're someone who trusts too easily, or someone who is very distrustful, you can manage to develop a healthy level of trust. Focus on what you believe in, what values you hold close to your heart and who you are. 40.________________________________________ ____________________________________Gradually, you will be open to new relationships.
F．This will help you to live your life in a way
that's true to you as a person.
A．But real trust is much more complex than that.
B．Such an ability plays a key role in social bonds.
C．Trust lies at the heart of our daily life in many ways.
D．Trust is a key part of good relationships and friendships.
E．Those are people we share our secrets with and feel safe among.
F．This will help you to live your life in a way that's true to you as a person.
G．How much these past experiences affect future trust varies from person to person.
【解题导语】 本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了什么是信任以及如何培养它。
36．A 解析：根据上文“Sure, there is the dictionary definition...ability of someone or something.”以及下文“Our ability to trust in others is influenced by our experiences, personalities and so on.”可知，空处与上文构成转折，指出信任他人存在困难。A项符合语境。
37．C 解析：根据下文内容可知，本段主要说明了信任在日常生活中的应用。C项引起下文，符合语境。
38．E 解析：上文提到伴侣、家人和老朋友，空处承接上文，说明他们是我们信任的人。E项符合语境。
39．G 解析：上文主要说明了过去的经历会影响人们信任的能力。G项承接上文，符合语境。
40．F 解析：根据上下文内容可知，空处承接上文，说明“专注于你所相信的、你内心深处的价值观以及你是谁”这一做法的好处。F项符合语境。
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)
阅读下面的短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
If it takes a village to raise a child, then January 17, 2014, was the day it took a village to save a child.
Waiting and praying were a daily __________ for Michelle as she's one of the hundreds of American children ____________ a new liver. But recently the prayers were more __________ as she'd been showing danger signs that made the transplant critical, but the telephone was as silent as the snowy scene outside.
Then one morning, the phone rang, saying a hospital in Omaha had __________ the right liver donor and it was a(n) __________ for Michelle. But they needed her there __________ 12 hours.
B．routine
A.awaiting
C．intense
B．located
A.match
C．within
The family couldn't tell what to do first—overjoy or __________. Because they were, snowbound, 600 miles away. ______________， the phone lines were still working, so they put out a call for help through the radio station, which immediately broadcast ______________ messages for practical suggestions.
B．despair
D．Fortunately
C．continuous
Teresa Amshoff heard the story and suggested that the church parking lot would be the perfect helicopter landing spot. As precious minutes ______________， the Amshoffs rushed out, pleading for help to clear the lot. Neighbors came without ______________. In half an hour, 50 volunteers were working in sub-zero winds to clear the snow.
D．ticked away
A.hesitation
With dusk __________， the family finally made it to the church, where 150 people, leaning on shovels, were surrounded by mountainous piles of snow. As fire trucks arrived to provide lights for the helicopter, the crowd ________________ to 300, applauding and waving as the helicopter flew off into the snowy night.
D．falling
A.mushroomed
Michelle's ______________ was successful. It was the success not only of a skilled medical team, a family with the fight to survive—but the success of a whole village that would never ______________．
【解题导语】 本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了米歇尔需要肝脏移植的消息经广播电台发出后，大家都赶来帮忙清理积雪，最终米歇尔成功移植的故事。
C．transplant
B．give up
41．A.assignment B．routine
C．interest D．amusement
B 解析：根据下文“as she's one of the hundreds of American children ________ a new liver”可知，米歇尔在等待(await)肝脏移植，所以等待和祈祷是她的日常生活(routine)。
42．A.awaiting B．considering
C．maintaining D．forming
A 解析：参见上题解析。
43．A.flexible B．common
C．intense D．complicated
C 解析：根据下文“as she'd been showing danger signs”可知，最近的祈祷更加强烈(intense)，因为她已经出现了危险的迹象。
44．A.admitted B．located
C．monitored D．identified
B 解析：根据下文“the right liver donor”可知，找到(locate)了合适的肝脏捐赠者，与米歇尔匹配(match)。
45．A.match B．gift
C．option D．permission
A 解析：参见上题解析。
46．A.after B．before
C．within D．for
C 解析：根据上文“But they needed her there”可知，医院有了合适的肝脏捐赠者，因此米歇尔需要在12个小时内(within)赶到那里。
47．A.regret B．despair
C．relieve D．confuse
B 解析：根据下文“Because they were, snowbound, 600 miles away.”可知，全家人不知道感到高兴还是绝望(despair)，因为他们被大雪困住了。
48．A.Initially B．Eventually
C．Occasionally D．Fortunately
D 解析：根据下文“the phone lines were still working, so they put out a call for help through the radio station”可知，虽然被困，但幸运的是(fortunately)，电话线还能使用，所以他们通过广播电台求救。
49．A.cautious B．consistent
C．continuous D．complete
C 解析：根据下文“messages for practical suggestions”及常识可知，广播电台立即播放了连续不断的(continuous)信息，征求切实可行的建议。
50．A.went back B．turned up
C．ran out D．ticked away
D 解析：根据上文As precious minutes可知，宝贵的时间在流逝(tick away)。
51．A.hesitation B．doubt
C．purpose D．payment
A 解析：根据下文“In half an hour, 50 volunteers were working in sub-zero winds to clear the snow.”可知，大家来得很快，毫不犹豫(hesitation)。
52．A.disappearing B．extending
C．occupying D．falling
D 解析：根据上文With dusk可知，此处指夜幕降临(fall)。
53．A.mushroomed B．increased
C．declined D．climbed
A 解析：根据上文50 volunteers以及下文to 300可知，人群迅速增加(mushroom)到300人。
54．A.transport B．translate
C．transplant D．transmit
C 解析：根据上文米歇尔需要肝脏移植可知，此处指她的移植手术(transplant)很成功。
55．A.turn down B．give up
C．lose its heart D．made its way
B 解析：根据上文内容及语境可知，整个村庄的人为了米歇尔成功移植努力提供帮助，体现了永不放弃(give up)的精神。
第二节(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面的短文，在空白处填入一个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The Chinese fan dance is a beautiful component of China's rich history. Rooted in ancient tradition, it is more than just a dance—it is 56.__________ unique form of storytelling that combines art, music, and movement.
a
57．__________(traditional), the fan dance is performed to show elegance, often associated with the qualities that 58.____________ (consider) to be typical of women. The fans are not merely props (支撑物), but extensions of the dancers' bodies, 59.__________(use) to emphasize their movements and expressions. The fluttering (飘动) fans create a fantastic visual sight, symbolizing beauty, delicacy 60.__________ strength.
Traditionally
are considered
used
and
In the modern context, the fan dance is no longer limited 61.__________ traditional music and costumes, but has absorbed 62.__________ (element) of contemporary dance and fashion. This fusion (融合) of old and new has given the fan dance a fresh appeal, making it more 63.__________(access) to younger generations.
to
elements
accessible
Moreover, the fan dance is not just a performance, but also a form of exercise. It involves a series of coordinated movements that require balance, 64.__________ (flexible), and rhythm, making it a fun and engaging way to keep fit.
Undeniably, the Chinese fan dance is a representative of China's cultural adaptability and certainly it has stood the test of time, continually reinventing itself while 65.____________(stay) true to its roots.
flexibility
staying
【解题导语】 本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了中国扇子舞的历史、传统意义、现代演变以及其在现代社会中的多功能性，展示了扇子舞的独特魅力和文化价值。
56．a 解析：考查冠词。 此处指“一种形式”，form为可数名词，表泛指，空处为不定冠词，且空后的unique的发音以辅音音素开头，应用不定冠词a。
57．Traditionally 解析：考查副词。分析句子结构可知，空处应用副词修饰整个句子；单词位于句首，首字母应大写。
58．are considered 解析：考查动词的时态、语态和主谓一致。根据often可知，从句时态为一般现在时；关系代词that作主语，和动词consider之间为被动关系，应用被动语态，that指代先行词qualities，为复数，谓语动词应用复数形式。
59．used 解析：考查非谓语动词。分析句子结构可知，空处作非谓语动词，主语The fans和动词use之间为逻辑上的被动关系，应用过去分词形式，作状语。
60．and 解析：考查连词。分析句子结构可知，空前的beauty, delicacy和空后的strength并列作symbolizing的宾语，应用并列连词and。
61．to 解析：考查介词。be limited to...意为“局限于……”，为固定搭配。
62．elements 解析：考查名词复数。根据句意以及空后的“of contemporary dance and fashion”可知，空处应用名词的复数形式，作absorbed的宾语。
63．accessible 解析：考查形容词。分析句子结构可知，空处应用形容词作宾语补足语。
64．flexibility 解析：考查名词。分析句子结构可知，空处与balance，rhythm并列作require的宾语，应用名词形式。
65．staying 解析：考查状语从句。分析句子结构可知，此处为状语从句的省略，完整形式为“while it stays true to its roots”，主从句主语一致，动词stay和主语it之间为主动关系，可将主语it省略，动词用现在分词形式。
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
假定你是李华，下周你校将举办英语演讲比赛。请你以“Learning for Life”为主题写一篇演讲稿参赛，内容包括：
1.终身学习的重要性；
2.如何做到终身学习；
3.呼吁大家终身学习。
注意：1.词数80左右；
2．可适当增加细节，使行文连贯；
3．开头和结尾已经给出，不计入总词数。
Good morning, everyone! I'm Li Hua._______________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Thanks for your listening!
One possible version：
Good morning, everyone! I'm Li Hua. Today I'd like to talk about “Learning for Life”. In today's fast-paced world, lifelong learning is vital. It empowers us to keep up with change, enhancing personal growth and career prospects.
To achieve this, we must cultivate a thirst for knowledge. Read widely, explore diverse fields, and embrace online courses. Setting goals and holding ourselves accountable are key. Additionally, we should practice active listening and engage in discussions, which can foster deeper understanding. So I urge you all to make lifelong learning a lifestyle. Let's not be satisfied with what we know. Remember, it's not just about learning to live, but living to learn. Let's embark on this thrilling quest together, for the joy of learning knows no limits.
Thanks for your listening!
第二节(满分25 分)
阅读下面的材料，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。
“Maya, do you know what day it is today？” Ali asked. Maya, absorbed in her homework, replied, “It's the 5th of December.” Then suddenly she exclaimed, “Ali, it's Daddy's birthday today！”
“That's exactly what I was about to tell you，” Ali responded with excitement. “How could we forget such a special day How careless of us！” Maya blamed herself. “Maya, we haven't planned anything yet. We don't have much time！” Ali regretted. “It's never too late, we still have time until dinner，” Maya comforted him.
Both of them were filled with determination to make their dad's birthday memorable. They decided to gather some funds and remembered they had been saving their pocket money to buy comic books. However, even after pooling their money, they realised it wasn't enough.
“Oh no, we can't even afford a decent chocolate cake with this amount, let alone decorations，” Maya sighed in disappointment.
“But remember sister, Daddy likes simplicity, so we should make it as simple as we can. Let's decorate the room with balloons only and simply order creamy pasta, Daddy's favourite，” Ali expressed his thoughts.
“Hmm...you are right. I am thinking of baking the cake ourselves，” added Maya. “Now let's see what's in the fridge and start working on our project for today.”
That evening, their parents had to attend a tea party, leaving the kids with ample time to experiment in the kitchen. Maya felt a bit nervous, but Ali encouraged her. “Dear sister, have confidence in yourself. This is our last option, and we don't have any other choice. Trust me, baking a cake isn't as difficult as it seems only if we are determined to.”
注意：续写词数应为150左右。
With Ali's motivation, they started the task like scientists in a lab._________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
As they just finished decorating the room, the doorbell rang.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
One possible version：
With Ali's motivation, they started the task like scientists in a lab. They surfed the Internet and found the recipes for cake. Having prepared the necessary ingredients: eggs, sugar, milk, oil, baking powder, light cream and so on, they started according to the procedures. Eventually they made it. After placing the cake in the oven, they cleaned up the kitchen. Nearly 30 minutes later, the cake emerged from the oven, and they both shouted with joy, “We did it！” Overcome with excitement, they got down to decorating the room with the balloons.
As they just finished decorating the room, the doorbell rang. Maya and Ali opened the door. Upon seeing their parents, the kids hummed the birthday song together. Knowing the birthday cake was made by themselves, his father gave them each a bear hug, saying “Thank you, my sweeties. What a big surprise.” It became a memorable day. Later that night, Maya shared a lesson with Ali, “Sometimes, it's only the first step that makes us afraid. Once we have a firm belief in ourselves, everything will become a piece of cake.”
单元过关检测(四)
(时间：120分钟，满分：150分)
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1．What does the man like about the play
A．The story.
B．The ending.
C．The actor.
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2．What might prevent the woman from buying the sofa
A．Its price.
B．Its quality.
C．Its appearance.
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3．Why did the man go to Beijing last weekend
A．To meet his friend.
B．To go shopping.
C．To have lunch.
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4．What time will the meeting begin
A．At 11 am.
B．At 1 pm.
C．At 3 pm.
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5．How does Jack feel now
A．Confident.
B．Discouraged.
C．Pleased.
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第二节(共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6．Where does the gado-gado come from
A．India.
B．Thailand.
C．Indonesia.
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7．What food does the man plan to try
A．Salad with peanut sauce.
B．Vegetable curry.
C．Noodles.
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听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8．Why does Michael look tired
A．He hasn't slept well.
B．He has spent the whole night working.
C．He has watched videos all night.
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9．What did Michael do at the weekend
A．He watched a concert.
B．He made a video.
C．He was busy online.
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10．What will Michael do next
A．Get some sleep.
B．Write new blog posts.
C．Upload more videos.
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听第8段材料，回答第11至14题。
11．What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A．Colleagues.
B．Classmates.
C．Husband and wife.
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12．What are the speakers mainly talking about
A．How to complete the presentations.
B．How to balance work and life.
C．What to do on the weekend.
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13．What do the speakers plan to do this Saturday
A．Go to the seaside.
B．Visit an old friend.
C．Attend a music festival.
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14．When will the speakers probably arrive at their destination
A．At 7：00 am.
B．At 8：00 am.
C．At 8：20 am.
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听第9段材料，回答第15至17题。
15．Why didn't Gail help John yesterday
A．She felt that it was too hot.
B．She had to grade some homework.
C．She was struggling with a new project.
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16．What does John want Gail to do today
A．Plant a tree in the backyard.
B．Put in new windows.
C．Make sure he is safe.
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17．What is the relationship between the speakers
A．Neighbors.
B．Co-workers.
C．A couple.
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听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18．What does the speaker think of Patrick
A．Loyal and honest.
B．Stubborn and pessimistic.
C．Easy-going and supportive.
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19．What happens to the friendship between the speaker and Patrick
A．They become impatient with each other.
B．They remain friends as usual.
C．They make little time for each other.
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20．How often do they usually meet each other
A．Once a week.
B．Once a month.
C．Twice a month.
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听力材料
(Text 1)
W：Jack，how do you like the play
M：It's a simple story with a happy ending.But luckily it had a very strong actor and he managed to carry the whole play.①
(Text 2)
M：I really like this sofa.The patterns are so beautiful and the quality is excellent.
W：I agree. But I'm not sure if we can afford it right now.②
(Text 3)
M：Last weekend I took the train to Beijing to meet my friend ③ and he invited me to have lunch.How about you
W：I went there, too.I just went window shopping with my friends，but I didn't buy anything.I'm trying to save money.
(Text 4)
W：Would it be OK to have the meeting at 11 o'clock on Tuesday morning
M：That's fine，④ but it has to be finished by 1 pm because I have a flight to catch at 3 pm.
W：OK，got it.
(Text 5)
W：Jack was quite confident after the test.But he just got a C.
M：No wonder he wears a long face.⑤
W：I hope he can be pleased as soon as possible.
(Text 6)
W：Look, there's a snack bar.Let's go now!
M：Okay，what food do you want to try
W：I am going to eat the gado-gado.⑥
M：What's that
W：It's a traditional Indonesian salad with peanut sauce.⑥ What about you
M：Hmm...I have no idea.
W：Do you want noodles, vegetables, or rice
M：I'd like to have some vegetables.Do you know if there are any spicy vegetable dishes
W：You could get an Indian or Thai vegetable curry.
M：I'll have a shot.⑦
(Text 7)
W：You look tired, Michael.
M：Yeah，I've spent the whole night updating my website and posting answers on the message board.⑧ I'm exhausted.
W：Were you up really late the night before
M：Uh-huh.I was up half the night watching a stream of videos.
W：You didn't sleep much over the weekend either.
M：I know. I was busy researching and writing new blog posts.I was also uploading videos to a video sharing site. ⑨ You should watch my videos.
W：I'm surprised that you can even talk to me right now. Your eyes are almost closed.
M：I know. I should really get more sleep.⑩ I spend too much time online.⑨
(Text 8)
W：There were lots of presentations for us to do this week.It was such a long week.
M：Yes！I nearly became a night owl. If I hadn't worked until midnight，I would not have finished all the work that the boss gave me.
W：We should spend some days relaxing or we'll be exhausted.
M：There's a music festival in Santa Barbara next Sunday.Maybe I'll go there next Saturday.But this weekend, I just want to have a good rest at home.
W：But spending two days at home is so boring.I want to do something more interesting，and something that can refresh my body and mind.
M：So what are you going to do this weekend？
W：I was thinking of driving to the beach. Would you be interested in joining me
M：Good idea.When will you be leaving
W：I think we can leave around 7：00 am on Saturday.
M：Well, at weekends I like to sleep late. How about picking me up at 8：00 am
W：OK.It's about a 20-minute drive from your house to the beach. We still have plenty of time to explore there.
M：Thanks for asking me to go with you.See you on Saturday.
(Text 9)
W：Hey, John, do you need any help with your house project today I saw you struggling a bit when you were on your own yesterday. I wanted to come over and help then，but I was really busy grading my students' essays.
M：Thanks for the offer, Gail.I couldn't ask you to waste your afternoon helping me，though.It's a difficult job，and the summer heat is not making it any easier.
W：Don't be silly. You have helped me plenty of times since I moved to this neighborhood. Do you remember when you helped me replace my old windows and put that apple tree in the ground？I can definitely help you with this.
M：I suppose you're right，but I don't want to make you climb on my roof. Would you just hold the ladder for me so it doesn't fall over？ I think without having to worry about keeping my balance so much，I will be able to work much quicker.
W：No problem. I can do anything to make you feel better and less dangerous.
(Text 10)
M：I really miss my old friend Patrick. He's always been there for me—really supportive, easy-going and a good listener， but I can't say we're really friends anymore，and it makes me sad. We have just started to grow apart. We call each other less often and don't see each other much either，maybe once a month. I think it's my fault.Maybe I didn't work at our friendship enough and just assumed
we'd always be friends. But I think we do need to work on our friendship. Otherwise people grow apart.I don't know what to do about it. I will accept things as they are or possibly reach out to Patrick and try to make more time for him.
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
As we speak, our fundraisers are singing, dancing, baking and bucket-shaking their way to help beat cancer sooner—and we'd love for you to join the team!
Our researchers are doing everything they can to make sure 3 in 4 people survive cancer by 2034, but we need the energy, creativity and motivation of our fundraising teams to make this possible.
It's easy to get involved—all you need is a little time to spare and a passion for teamwork, making a difference in your community and beating cancer sooner.
Not sure how to get started Click on the link below, pinpoint your area and get a feel for the opportunities available on your doorstep right now.
Find a role in your local area.
Workplace Ambassador Volunteer
Could you convince your colleagues to help beat cancer sooner We're looking for someone passionate and well-connected to help promote and support our cause within workplaces across the country.
Fundraising Group Volunteer
Are you a team player looking to inspire others and get involved in fundraising We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers with good local knowledge to support fundraising groups or launch one of their own.
Relay For Life Fundraising Volunteer
Are you a sociable and motivated individual with a passion to share There are loads of different ways you can join our fantastic Relay For Life team. Just take a look here.
Read more at http：//www. cancerresearchuk.org/support-us/volunteer.
【解题导语】 本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了一个帮助癌症患者的志愿者项目。
21．The purpose of this fundraising is ________ according to this passage.
A．to help the children
B．to help the senior citizens
C．to help the jobless colleagues
D．to help the people with cancer
解析：细节理解题。根据第一段内容可知，这次筹款的目的是帮助癌症患者。
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22．If you are the person who boasts good peer relations, the best choice for you is ________．
A．Singing Dancing Baking Volunteer
B．Fundraising Group Volunteer
C．Relay For Life Fundraising Volunteer
D．Workplace Ambassador Volunteer
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解析：细节理解题。根据Workplace Ambassador Volunteer？部分中的“Could you convince your colleagues to help...within workplaces across the country.”可知，如果你是一个拥有良好同伴关系的人，那么职场大使志愿者是你最好的选择。
23．What is the passage type
A．An online notice.
B．An online advertisement.
C．A private blog post.
D．An introduction to voluntary work.
解析：推理判断题。通读全文，尤其是最后一段内容可知，文章是一个在线广告。
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B
Last year I had a 7-day paid leave and I decided to go on an overnight stay to a nearby fancy hotel. I was drawn to the beautiful views and distance from the hustle and bustle (喧嚣) of the city. After I arrived, I was shocked to know that my room had no wireless network or even television! We were in a modern society，weren't we？Then what was the matter with them
“We learned from recent studies that people avoiding social media for one week might result in considerable improvements in their well-being, depression, and anxiety，” the staff explained with patience to me when I questioned their service.“And now, many hotels and homestays around the world have been offering visitors exactly this,sir...”
Later, I ran across some brochures about such trend in my room. Sheldon Chalet, a famous place of interest in Alaska, has gone tech-free in an attempt to provide its guests with a truly relaxing vacation without technology.Owner Marne Sheldon hopes that guests can become less dependent of technology.“Here they can spend their nights looking at shooting stars and the aurora (极光), rather than checking through smartphones, messages and posts or watching the
news.” For travelers who prefer peace in the sun and sand, one tiny island in the Caribbean has no televisions，telephones or wireless network.Guests at the island's resort have to communicate with staff using traditional methods, such as raising or lowering a flag outside their cottage!
“In today's environment of constant information and digital connection, many people are in need of a digital detox (数码脱瘾).” Anyway, as for my case, it is actually a new luxury—peace and quiet.
【解题导语】 本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者去度假时发现酒店不提供任何科技产品的故事，经过亲身体验，作者感悟到在当今数字和信息连接不断的环境中，很多人都需要“数码脱瘾”。
24．Why did the author go to the hotel
A．To tour the busy city.
B．To kill the time online.
C．To get himself a break.
D．To celebrate the festival.
解析：推理判断题。根据第一段中的“I had a 7-day paid leave...fancy hotel”可推知，作者去酒店是想借机休息一下。
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25．What does the underlined word “this” in paragraph 2 refer to
A．Hotel-guided tourism. B．Self-service marketing.
C．Digital printing service. D．Technology-free service.
解析：代词指代题。根据画线词上文宾馆老板提到的“people avoiding social media...and anxiety”和第一段中的“had no wireless network or even television”等信息可知，画线词this指代的是“零科技服务”。
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26．What does Marne Sheldon expect people to do
A．Stick to traditions.
B．Be close to nature.
C．Be self-dependent.
D．Become reasonable.
解析：推理判断题。根据第三段中的“Owner Marne Sheldon hopes...‘Here they can spend...watching the news.’”可知，马恩·谢尔登希望人们亲近自然。
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27．Which is the best title for the passage
A．Tech-free: A New Travel Trend
B．Get Away from the Real World
C．Never Believe in the Travel Ads
D．An Island-based Tour Destination
解析：标题归纳题。通读全文可知，作者以个人经历向读者介绍了一种新的旅行趋势：零科技旅行。A项最适合作文章标题。
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C
From the very first cellphone developed by an American company in 1973 which could only make phone calls for 30 minutes at most to today's 5G smartphones, the shape of the mobile phone has been constantly changing and its features have become more and more diverse.
While current foldable phones are limited to folding the screen up and down or left and right, AI tools predict that in the future, phones will become completely flexible.
A company revealed a flexible phone with an adaptive display that can be worn like a bracelet and bent into multiple shapes in October 2023.And other companies are also working on a way to make foldable screens with fewer creases.
The phones of the future may also be “self-healing”—who hasn't experienced that awful moment when you drop your phone and the screen cracks So an “unbreakable” phone would really come in handy.
In 2023, Zhenan Bao at Stanford University, US, developed a synthetic (合成的) skin that can heal itself using heat and magnets. This artificial skin can stretch like human skin without tearing. This new type of thin film can rearrange itself automatically as it heals.
The way phones are powered will also see a shift, such as by using solar energy. Many innovative technologies and devices have come out of this field. In 2016, a corporation from Japan and a French company launched a solar-powered phone, using solar panels built into the screen to collect solar energy.
It took about three minutes of sunlight to charge the phone for one minute of talk time. Due to the longer relative charging time when using solar power, the phone still needed traditional batteries to be practical. However, as the tech develops and solar panels can charge things more efficiently, we may see a rise in using solar energy to charge smartphones.
【解题导语】 本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了未来的手机可能拥有的一些新特性。
28．Which feature of future mobile phones is NOT mentioned in the passage
A．Safety. B．Flexibility.
C．Endurance. D．Sustainability.
解析：细节理解题。根据第二、三段内容以及第四段中的“So an ‘unbreakable’ phone would really come in handy.”可知，文章没有提到未来手机的安全特性。
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29．What makes it possible for the future phone to heal itself
A．A special animal skin.
B．An artificial light.
C．A synthesized magnet.
D．An innovative material.
解析：细节理解题。根据第五段内容可知，一种创新的材料让未来的手机能够自愈。
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30．Why are Japanese and French companies mentioned in paragraph 6
A．To prove that built-in solar panels in future cellphones is still a fantasy.
B．To argue that the way cellphones are charged in the future is constantly changing.
C．To illustrate that numerous technologies and products of innovation have emerged.
D．To indicate that Japan and France lead the way in developing solar-powered phones.
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解析：推理判断题。根据第六段中的“Many innovative technologies and devices...to collect solar energy.”可知，第六段提到日本和法国的公司是为了说明许多创新的技术和产品已经出现。
31．What's the author's attitude towards solar-powered cellphones in the future
A．Reserved. B．Optimistic.
C．Concerned. D．Indifferent.
解析：观点态度题。根据最后一段中的“However, as the tech develops...solar energy to charge smartphones.”可知，作者对未来使用太阳能充电的手机持乐观态度。
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D
Some girls tend to feel frustrated if they have a pear-shaped body, with hips that are wider than the bust (胸部) and shoulders. While pear-shaped people's waists are typically smaller, they may have more fat on their hips and legs. As a result, many pear-shaped girls try to hide their hips and legs under large dresses and pants.
However, a recent study suggested that pear-shaped people are the ones who won the genetic lottery!
A study published in September by the US National Library of Medicine found that the waist-to-hip ratio(WHR) shows the strongest and most consistent association with mortality. Traditionally, the body mass index (BMI) has been considered the best indicator of health. However, this study challenges this belief. It surveyed nearly 40，000 people and found that, regardless of BMI, WHR is positively correlated
with all-cause mortality(all of the deaths that occur in a population no matter the cause). The larger the WHR, the higher the all-cause mortality rate will be. Instead of focusing on how much fat a person has, scientists involved in this study suggest people should focus more on how fat is distributed in a person's body.
WHR, as its name suggests, compares your waist measurement to your hip measurement. A larger waistline means more central fat, which could indicate more visceral fat (内脏脂肪), also known as toxic fat. Harvard Medical School states that more visceral fat increases the risk of illnesses including diabetes, heart diseases and asthma. That's why people with a pear-shaped body tend to be healthier than others. According to the World Health Organization(WHO), a healthy WHR is less than 0.85 for women and less than 0.9 for men.
It is impossible to specifically target waist fat when people try to lose weight. But losing overall fat will make the waist smaller. Researchers from Johns Hopkins University suggested we eat less carbohydrates and more food higher in fiber and protein. Moreover, doing strength training helps build more muscle, which makes you burn more calories even when you're resting.
【解题导语】 本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了研究发现，梨形身材的人往往比其他人更健康。
32．Why do pear-shaped girls prefer baggy trousers
A．To show off their long legs.
B．To hide their broad shoulders.
C．To showcase their slim waists.
D．To cover their wide hips and thick legs.
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解析：细节理解题。根据第一段中的“As a result, many pear-shaped girls try to hide their hips and legs under large dresses and pants.”可知，梨形身材的女孩更喜欢宽松的裤子是因为这能遮住她们的臀部和腿部。
33．What does the recent study find that goes against the conventional belief
A．Pear-shaped people are much healthier.
B．WHR consistently correlates with death rate.
C．Pear-shaped people are lucky to win lotteries.
D．A smaller BMI indicates healthier physical condition.
解析：细节理解题。根据第三段中的“A study published...rate will be.”可知，最近的研究发现腰臀比与死亡率相关，这与传统观念相悖。
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34．What does the author primarily intend to do in paragraph 4
A．To announce the standard WHR set by World Health Organization.
B．To explain why pear-shaped people are likely to be healthier than others.
C．To introduce what WHR refers to and how to measure our waistlines.
D．To reveal the huge risks of various illnesses visceral fat can bring about.
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解析：推理判断题。根据第四段内容可知，作者在第四段解释了为什么梨形身材的人可能比其他人更健康。
35．What's the passage mainly about
A．A practical tip for losing waist fat.
B．A healthy WHR recommended by WHO.
C．A surprise bonus won by pear-shaped bodies.
D．A typical bodyshape bringing good to health.
解析：主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是第二段内容可知，这篇文章介绍了梨形身材的意外好处。
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第二节(共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
阅读下面的短文，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。
It's hard to define what trust is. Sure, there is the dictionary definition—a firm belief in the reliability, truth or ability of someone or something.36.____________________________________________ Our ability to trust in others is influenced by our experiences, personalities and so on.
A．But real trust is much more complex than that.
37．____________________________________________ When you order a taxi, you're putting your trust in the driver to get you safely from A to B．When you hire someone to deliver a service, you have to trust they will do a good job. When you have a secret business conversation with a new customer, you need to trust that they won't let it out.
C．Trust lies at the heart of our daily life in many ways.
The deepest trust is developed over time, whether that's with our partners, our family or our oldest friends. 38.______________________
_____________________________________ But when it comes to meeting people for the first time, we are unknowingly influenced by the environment around us. Everything we have experienced in our life
E．Those are people we
share our secrets with and feel safe among.
feeds into our ability to trust people now. 39.______________________
______________________________________________________ Some can disconnect past experiences from future experiences. Others find it harder to let go and associate past bad experiences with present situations.
G．How much these past
experiences affect future trust varies from person to person.
Whether you're someone who trusts too easily, or someone who is very distrustful, you can manage to develop a healthy level of trust. Focus on what you believe in, what values you hold close to your heart and who you are. 40.________________________________________ ____________________________________Gradually, you will be open to new relationships.
F．This will help you to live your life in a way
that's true to you as a person.
A．But real trust is much more complex than that.
B．Such an ability plays a key role in social bonds.
C．Trust lies at the heart of our daily life in many ways.
D．Trust is a key part of good relationships and friendships.
E．Those are people we share our secrets with and feel safe among.
F．This will help you to live your life in a way that's true to you as a person.
G．How much these past experiences affect future trust varies from person to person.
【解题导语】 本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了什么是信任以及如何培养它。
36．A 解析：根据上文“Sure, there is the dictionary definition...ability of someone or something.”以及下文“Our ability to trust in others is influenced by our experiences, personalities and so on.”可知，空处与上文构成转折，指出信任他人存在困难。A项符合语境。
37．C 解析：根据下文内容可知，本段主要说明了信任在日常生活中的应用。C项引起下文，符合语境。
38．E 解析：上文提到伴侣、家人和老朋友，空处承接上文，说明他们是我们信任的人。E项符合语境。
39．G 解析：上文主要说明了过去的经历会影响人们信任的能力。G项承接上文，符合语境。
40．F 解析：根据上下文内容可知，空处承接上文，说明“专注于你所相信的、你内心深处的价值观以及你是谁”这一做法的好处。F项符合语境。
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)
阅读下面的短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
If it takes a village to raise a child, then January 17, 2014, was the day it took a village to save a child.
Waiting and praying were a daily __________ for Michelle as she's one of the hundreds of American children ____________ a new liver. But recently the prayers were more __________ as she'd been showing danger signs that made the transplant critical, but the telephone was as silent as the snowy scene outside.
Then one morning, the phone rang, saying a hospital in Omaha had __________ the right liver donor and it was a(n) __________ for Michelle. But they needed her there __________ 12 hours.
B．routine
A.awaiting
C．intense
B．located
A.match
C．within
The family couldn't tell what to do first—overjoy or __________. Because they were, snowbound, 600 miles away. ______________， the phone lines were still working, so they put out a call for help through the radio station, which immediately broadcast ______________ messages for practical suggestions.
B．despair
D．Fortunately
C．continuous
Teresa Amshoff heard the story and suggested that the church parking lot would be the perfect helicopter landing spot. As precious minutes ______________， the Amshoffs rushed out, pleading for help to clear the lot. Neighbors came without ______________. In half an hour, 50 volunteers were working in sub-zero winds to clear the snow.
D．ticked away
A.hesitation
With dusk __________， the family finally made it to the church, where 150 people, leaning on shovels, were surrounded by mountainous piles of snow. As fire trucks arrived to provide lights for the helicopter, the crowd ________________ to 300, applauding and waving as the helicopter flew off into the snowy night.
D．falling
A.mushroomed
Michelle's ______________ was successful. It was the success not only of a skilled medical team, a family with the fight to survive—but the success of a whole village that would never ______________．
【解题导语】 本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了米歇尔需要肝脏移植的消息经广播电台发出后，大家都赶来帮忙清理积雪，最终米歇尔成功移植的故事。
C．transplant
B．give up
41．A.assignment B．routine
C．interest D．amusement
B 解析：根据下文“as she's one of the hundreds of American children ________ a new liver”可知，米歇尔在等待(await)肝脏移植，所以等待和祈祷是她的日常生活(routine)。
42．A.awaiting B．considering
C．maintaining D．forming
A 解析：参见上题解析。
43．A.flexible B．common
C．intense D．complicated
C 解析：根据下文“as she'd been showing danger signs”可知，最近的祈祷更加强烈(intense)，因为她已经出现了危险的迹象。
44．A.admitted B．located
C．monitored D．identified
B 解析：根据下文“the right liver donor”可知，找到(locate)了合适的肝脏捐赠者，与米歇尔匹配(match)。
45．A.match B．gift
C．option D．permission
A 解析：参见上题解析。
46．A.after B．before
C．within D．for
C 解析：根据上文“But they needed her there”可知，医院有了合适的肝脏捐赠者，因此米歇尔需要在12个小时内(within)赶到那里。
47．A.regret B．despair
C．relieve D．confuse
B 解析：根据下文“Because they were, snowbound, 600 miles away.”可知，全家人不知道感到高兴还是绝望(despair)，因为他们被大雪困住了。
48．A.Initially B．Eventually
C．Occasionally D．Fortunately
D 解析：根据下文“the phone lines were still working, so they put out a call for help through the radio station”可知，虽然被困，但幸运的是(fortunately)，电话线还能使用，所以他们通过广播电台求救。
49．A.cautious B．consistent
C．continuous D．complete
C 解析：根据下文“messages for practical suggestions”及常识可知，广播电台立即播放了连续不断的(continuous)信息，征求切实可行的建议。
50．A.went back B．turned up
C．ran out D．ticked away
D 解析：根据上文As precious minutes可知，宝贵的时间在流逝(tick away)。
51．A.hesitation B．doubt
C．purpose D．payment
A 解析：根据下文“In half an hour, 50 volunteers were working in sub-zero winds to clear the snow.”可知，大家来得很快，毫不犹豫(hesitation)。
52．A.disappearing B．extending
C．occupying D．falling
D 解析：根据上文With dusk可知，此处指夜幕降临(fall)。
53．A.mushroomed B．increased
C．declined D．climbed
A 解析：根据上文50 volunteers以及下文to 300可知，人群迅速增加(mushroom)到300人。
54．A.transport B．translate
C．transplant D．transmit
C 解析：根据上文米歇尔需要肝脏移植可知，此处指她的移植手术(transplant)很成功。
55．A.turn down B．give up
C．lose its heart D．made its way
B 解析：根据上文内容及语境可知，整个村庄的人为了米歇尔成功移植努力提供帮助，体现了永不放弃(give up)的精神。
第二节(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面的短文，在空白处填入一个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The Chinese fan dance is a beautiful component of China's rich history. Rooted in ancient tradition, it is more than just a dance—it is 56.__________ unique form of storytelling that combines art, music, and movement.
a
57．__________(traditional), the fan dance is performed to show elegance, often associated with the qualities that 58.____________ (consider) to be typical of women. The fans are not merely props (支撑物), but extensions of the dancers' bodies, 59.__________(use) to emphasize their movements and expressions. The fluttering (飘动) fans create a fantastic visual sight, symbolizing beauty, delicacy 60.__________ strength.
Traditionally
are considered
used
and
In the modern context, the fan dance is no longer limited 61.__________ traditional music and costumes, but has absorbed 62.__________ (element) of contemporary dance and fashion. This fusion (融合) of old and new has given the fan dance a fresh appeal, making it more 63.__________(access) to younger generations.
to
elements
accessible
Moreover, the fan dance is not just a performance, but also a form of exercise. It involves a series of coordinated movements that require balance, 64.__________ (flexible), and rhythm, making it a fun and engaging way to keep fit.
Undeniably, the Chinese fan dance is a representative of China's cultural adaptability and certainly it has stood the test of time, continually reinventing itself while 65.____________(stay) true to its roots.
flexibility
staying
【解题导语】 本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了中国扇子舞的历史、传统意义、现代演变以及其在现代社会中的多功能性，展示了扇子舞的独特魅力和文化价值。
56．a 解析：考查冠词。 此处指“一种形式”，form为可数名词，表泛指，空处为不定冠词，且空后的unique的发音以辅音音素开头，应用不定冠词a。
57．Traditionally 解析：考查副词。分析句子结构可知，空处应用副词修饰整个句子；单词位于句首，首字母应大写。
58．are considered 解析：考查动词的时态、语态和主谓一致。根据often可知，从句时态为一般现在时；关系代词that作主语，和动词consider之间为被动关系，应用被动语态，that指代先行词qualities，为复数，谓语动词应用复数形式。
59．used 解析：考查非谓语动词。分析句子结构可知，空处作非谓语动词，主语The fans和动词use之间为逻辑上的被动关系，应用过去分词形式，作状语。
60．and 解析：考查连词。分析句子结构可知，空前的beauty, delicacy和空后的strength并列作symbolizing的宾语，应用并列连词and。
61．to 解析：考查介词。be limited to...意为“局限于……”，为固定搭配。
62．elements 解析：考查名词复数。根据句意以及空后的“of contemporary dance and fashion”可知，空处应用名词的复数形式，作absorbed的宾语。
63．accessible 解析：考查形容词。分析句子结构可知，空处应用形容词作宾语补足语。
64．flexibility 解析：考查名词。分析句子结构可知，空处与balance，rhythm并列作require的宾语，应用名词形式。
65．staying 解析：考查状语从句。分析句子结构可知，此处为状语从句的省略，完整形式为“while it stays true to its roots”，主从句主语一致，动词stay和主语it之间为主动关系，可将主语it省略，动词用现在分词形式。
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
假定你是李华，下周你校将举办英语演讲比赛。请你以“Learning for Life”为主题写一篇演讲稿参赛，内容包括：
1.终身学习的重要性；
2.如何做到终身学习；
3.呼吁大家终身学习。
注意：1.词数80左右；
2．可适当增加细节，使行文连贯；
3．开头和结尾已经给出，不计入总词数。
Good morning, everyone! I'm Li Hua._______________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Thanks for your listening!
One possible version：
Good morning, everyone! I'm Li Hua. Today I'd like to talk about “Learning for Life”. In today's fast-paced world, lifelong learning is vital. It empowers us to keep up with change, enhancing personal growth and career prospects.
To achieve this, we must cultivate a thirst for knowledge. Read widely, explore diverse fields, and embrace online courses. Setting goals and holding ourselves accountable are key. Additionally, we should practice active listening and engage in discussions, which can foster deeper understanding. So I urge you all to make lifelong learning a lifestyle. Let's not be satisfied with what we know. Remember, it's not just about learning to live, but living to learn. Let's embark on this thrilling quest together, for the joy of learning knows no limits.
Thanks for your listening!
第二节(满分25 分)
阅读下面的材料，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。
“Maya, do you know what day it is today？” Ali asked. Maya, absorbed in her homework, replied, “It's the 5th of December.” Then suddenly she exclaimed, “Ali, it's Daddy's birthday today！”
“That's exactly what I was about to tell you，” Ali responded with excitement. “How could we forget such a special day How careless of us！” Maya blamed herself. “Maya, we haven't planned anything yet. We don't have much time！” Ali regretted. “It's never too late, we still have time until dinner，” Maya comforted him.
Both of them were filled with determination to make their dad's birthday memorable. They decided to gather some funds and remembered they had been saving their pocket money to buy comic books. However, even after pooling their money, they realised it wasn't enough.
“Oh no, we can't even afford a decent chocolate cake with this amount, let alone decorations，” Maya sighed in disappointment.
“But remember sister, Daddy likes simplicity, so we should make it as simple as we can. Let's decorate the room with balloons only and simply order creamy pasta, Daddy's favourite，” Ali expressed his thoughts.
“Hmm...you are right. I am thinking of baking the cake ourselves，” added Maya. “Now let's see what's in the fridge and start working on our project for today.”
That evening, their parents had to attend a tea party, leaving the kids with ample time to experiment in the kitchen. Maya felt a bit nervous, but Ali encouraged her. “Dear sister, have confidence in yourself. This is our last option, and we don't have any other choice. Trust me, baking a cake isn't as difficult as it seems only if we are determined to.”
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With Ali's motivation, they started the task like scientists in a lab._________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
As they just finished decorating the room, the doorbell rang.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
One possible version：
With Ali's motivation, they started the task like scientists in a lab. They surfed the Internet and found the recipes for cake. Having prepared the necessary ingredients: eggs, sugar, milk, oil, baking powder, light cream and so on, they started according to the procedures. Eventually they made it. After placing the cake in the oven, they cleaned up the kitchen. Nearly 30 minutes later, the cake emerged from the oven, and they both shouted with joy, “We did it！” Overcome with excitement, they got down to decorating the room with the balloons.
As they just finished decorating the room, the doorbell rang. Maya and Ali opened the door. Upon seeing their parents, the kids hummed the birthday song together. Knowing the birthday cake was made by themselves, his father gave them each a bear hug, saying “Thank you, my sweeties. What a big surprise.” It became a memorable day. Later that night, Maya shared a lesson with Ali, “Sometimes, it's only the first step that makes us afraid. Once we have a firm belief in ourselves, everything will become a piece of cake.”