2023-2024学年江苏省无锡市四校高三上学期12月学情调研英语试卷(原卷版+ 解析版,含听力音频及听力原文)

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2023-2024学年江苏省无锡市四校高三上学期12月学情调研英语试卷(原卷版+ 解析版,含听力音频及听力原文)

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2023-2024学年度12月学情调研试卷
高三英语
注意事项及说明:
1.书卷共150分,考试时间120分钟。
2.答案一律写在答题卡上。考试结束时,上交答题卡。
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
做题时,先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后,你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A,B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
What are the speakers going to do
A. Sit an exam. B. Take a walk. C. Conduct a study.
2. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
What’s the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Sister and brother. B. Father and daughter. C. Salesman and customer.
3. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
How may Mrs Brown feel now
A. Excited. B. Shocked. C. Embarrassed.
4. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
What kind of character does Bill have
A. He is honest. B. He is humorous. C. He is kind-hearted.
5. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
Where are the speakers
A. At the office. B. At a mall. C. At home.
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。
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
6. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Andy’s article.
B. Jennifer’ s suggestions on writing.
C. The requirements for publishing articles.
7. What will Jennifer do next
A. Listen to the news.
B. Reply to an email.
C. Read an article.
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
8 What is Bob’s most satisfying video about
A. The desert. B. The beach. C. The mountain.
9. How does the woman find the video
A. Common. B. Amazing. C. Boring.
10. How long does Bob’s film-making class last
A. For 60 minutes. B. For 75 minutes. C. For 90 minutes.
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
11. How often do Alan and his old friends meet now
A. Every day.
B. About once a week.
C. About once every two weeks.
12. What do Alan and his old friends talk about most
A. Sport. B. Schoolwork. C. Technology.
13. What’s most probably the woman
A. A host. B. A coach. C. An editor.
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
14. Why does the woman choose the ski location
A. It is near her hotel.
B. It offers reasonable prices.
C. It provides great skiing experiences.
15. When does the ski location begin to close
A. In February. B. In March. C. In April.
16. How will the speakers get to the ski location
A. By car. B. By bus. C. By train.
17. What are the speakers most probably doing in Europe
A. Taking sightseeing tours.
B. Going on a business trip.
C. Holding an art exhibition.
听下面一段独白,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
18. When did the speaker start to take language learning seriously
A. At the age of 7. B. At the age of 14. C. At the age of 17.
19. What language did the speaker learn in preparation for university
A. Spanish. B. German. C. French.
20. What are people advised to do first when learning a language
A. Build up vocabulary.
B. Make personal plans.
C. Find the learning motivation.
第二部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第一节 阅读理解(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
We all scream for ice cream!
Ice cream may be universally appealing, but many countries have their own version of ice cream that’s often not called ice cream. Let’s learn about these tasty “ice creams” around the world and awaken your inner child!
● Raspado, Mexico
Raspados are the Mexican version of American snow cones (冰沙). But while snow cones are made using overly sweet syrup (糖浆), raspados have real fruits or fresh fruit juices. The sweet and cold treat is everywhere throughout Mexico and sold at street carts (手推车). You won’t find Mexicans eating their raspados in cones since they’re only served in cups.
● Kakigori, Japan
It may be made of ice but kakigori, the Japanese version of ice cream, is most definitely not a snow cone. It melts in your mouth just like a creamy ice cream. Chefs make kakigori by shaving ice from ice blocks until it builds into a soft pile. Then, syrups of various flavors, like green tea, strawberry, grape and melon, are added to the ice. Kakigori is almost always served in a bowl, and it’s not unusual to find sweet shops offering toppings as the final touch, most commonly red bean paste or fresh fruit.
● Gelato, Italy
Pizza and pasta aside, gelato is considered to be Italy’s food symbol. In fact, visiting the local gelateria is a way of life for Italians. Italian gelato is lower in fat than traditional ice cream and is made with whole milk, eggs, sugar and flavoring—chocolate, hazelnut, pistachio (开心果) or vanilla (香草) ice cream mixed with pieces of chocolate are the most beloved flavors.
● Dondurma, Turkey
An ice cream that doesn’t melt Yes, that’s exactly what dondurma or Turkish ice cream is. Dondurma has an elastic texture(弹性口感) and buying dondurma is like watching a performance. The men who sell it wear traditional Turkish clothes, twist and turn the ice cream until it lands into the cone to be served. Kids and adults get a kick out of the show.
21. What do Raspado and Kakigori have in common
A. They have an ice cream-like texture. B. They are usually sold at street carts.
C. They are made of real fruits. D. They are not served in cones.
22. Which version of “ice cream” is greatly fitted into the social life of local people
A. Raspado. B. Gelato. C. Dondurma. D. Kakigori.
23. What is special about Dondurma
A. Its popularity among people of all ages. B. Its unusual flavor combinations.
C. The interesting way it’s served. D. The low fat level it has.
B
I had always been fascinated by the use of natural treatments in healthcare. So, when I came across a local clinic that offered courses in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) several months ago, I immediately signed up for a one-year course.
On the first day of class I was looking forward to what I was going to learn. As the instructor explained the procedure, I felt a little disturbed by the thought of needles being stuck into my skin. However, I was determined to overcome my fear. Acupuncturist uses hair-thin needles to find specific areas on the body to treat pain or tension the body may be experiencing, known to help with depression, insomnia (失眠) and anxiety. The instructor told us that an acupuncturist might request patients to provide more information about their health, how to treat them, and what points are most appropriate for them. We were taught how to examine a patient’s tongue and pulse to gather evidence of any imbalances in the body. He showed us how to adjust the needle’s depth, as different organs required different depths. The needles were only a few millimetre thick and made of stainless steel, so they were solid and easy to switch out.
In class, we also learned about the phenomenon of acupuncture anesthesia (麻醉) where patients could undergo surgery without conventional anesthesia using only acupuncture. As we progressed through the course, we learned about herbs and their uses. We also discussed the effects of substances such as alcohol, tobacco, and drugs on the body and how they could lead to severe anxiety and abuse.
TCM dates back to ancient China, and it is a widespread practice today. It is fascinating to learn about the symbolism behind each organ and how they relate to different emotions and imbalances in the body. After a year of wrestling with the course, I have now graduated and put everything in place. Without doubt, it has been one of the most fulfilling experiences in my life.
24. What made the author decide to sign up for a TCM course
A. His worries about health problems. B. His interest in natural treatments.
C. An accidental visit to a local clinic. D. The increasing knowledge of TCM.
25. What did the instructor mainly teach in the first class
A. The development of acupuncture. B. The way to perform acupuncture.
C. The requirement for an acupuncture. D. The various tools used in acupuncture.
26. How does the author feel about acupuncture after graduating from the course
A. Easy. B. Complicated. C. Advanced. D. Worthy.
27. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. An encounter with TCM B. A modern change in TCM
C. A course to improve my fitness D. A special acupuncture treatment
C
You’re in the shower. You grab the showerhead. What do you do You sing.
Have you ever wondered about this phenomenon Some of us wouldn’t sing in public if someone paid us. Yet we’ll sing in the shower without embarrassment. Believe it or not, there’s a scientific explanation behind it.
First, let’s look at why we’re relaxed enough in the shower to burst into song. Think about it: you don’t sing when you’re sad (unless you’re singing the blues, of course). For many people, shower time is the only time they’re alone all day. You’re in a warm, small, safe environment. You’re comfortable enough to be yourself! When you relax, your brain releases dopamine(多巴胺), which can give your creative juices an extra kickstart.
Warm water is rushing over you, and now you’re relaxed and feeling good. It turns out that singing makes you feel even better. Singing, because of the breathing you put into it, gets more oxygen into the blood. This gives you better circulation, which in turn improves your body and mood. And because you have to breathe a little deeper to belt out a song, you get some of the same relaxation and mind-clearing benefits as meditation (冥想). Another neat thing is that when you’re singing, you really can’t think about your problems—more stress relief.
But the best thing about singing in the shower The acoustics(音响效果)! You can never ask for a better sound system than a bathroom. Because bathroom tiles (墙砖) don’t absorb sound, your voice bounces back and forth around the room before fading away, which makes your voice hang in the air longer. And because the shower is a small space, it boosts your voice, making your singing sound more powerful. So you will sound better than you actually are, which is a confidence boost.
We don’t sing in the shower simply because we have “Call Me Maybe” stuck in our heads. It turns out we do it for many reasons: stress relief, happiness, great acoustics, or maybe just because we like to hear our own voices. Whatever the reason, keep it up. It’s good for you. And if you’ve never tried it, pick a song, grab the showerhead and put on your own private concert.
28. Why do many people feel comfortable singing in the shower
A. The acoustics are perfect in public places. B. Shower time is relaxing and private.
C. Singing boosts stress levels. D. Showering improves vocal abilities.
29. What scientific effect contributes to the urge to sing in the shower
A. Released dopamine due to relaxation. B. Increased exposure to blues music.
C. Enhanced oxygen absorption from water. D. Strengthened lung capacity.
30. Why does singing in the shower help in relieving stress
A. The bathroom’s small size encourages relaxation.
B. Breathing while singing improves circulation.
C. Singing removes the need for deep breaths.
D. Tile walls absorb sound and stress.
31. In which part of a website can we probably read the text
A. Science. B. Technology. C. Culture. D. People.
D
Imagine an iPad that’s more than just an iPad — with a surface that can change shapes, potentially allowing you to draw 3D designs and even hold your partner’s hand from an ocean away. That’s the vision of a team of engineers from the University of Colorado Boulder. In a new study, they’ve created a one-of-a-kind shape-shifting display that fits on a card table. The device is made from a 10-by-10 grid (网格) of soft robotic “muscles” that can sense outside pressure and pop up to create patterns. It may also deliver something even rarer: the sense of touch in a digital age.
The group’s innovation builds off a class of soft robots pioneered by a team led by Christoph Keplinger, formerly an assistant professor of mechanical engineering at CU Boulder. The original model isn’t ready for the market yet, but the researchers envision that, one day, similar technologies could lead to sensory gloves for virtual gaming or a smart conveyor belt that can sort different items like selecting apples from bananas.
The project has its origins in the search for a different kind of technology: artificial organs. In 2017, researchers led by Mark Rentschler, professor of mechanical engineering and biomedical engineering, were developing what they called sTISSUE — soft organs that behave and feel like real human body parts but are made entirely out of silicone-like materials. “ You could use these artificial organs to help develop medical devices or surgical robotic tools for much less cost than using real animal tissue,” said Rentschler, a co-author of the new study.
In developing that technology, however, the team landed on the idea of a tabletop display. If you pass an electric current through the actuators (执行器), the surface will change shape and jump up. The actuators also include soft, magnetic sensors that can detect the pressure when you push them, which allows for some fun activities.
Other research teams have developed similar smart tablets, but the CU Boulder display is softer, takes up a lot less room and is much shifter: each of its robotic muscles can activate as much as 50 times per second. The group is also working to design a glove that allows you to “feel” objects in virtual reality.
32. What is a big feature of the new display
A. The flexibility of its shape. B. Its quick response to instructions.
C. Its good sense of the environment. D. The great strength of its robotic muscles.
33. What is a possible application of similar technologies
A. The system to pick high-quality fruits. B. Robotic operation in medical surgeries.
C. Touch sensory function in virtual reality. D. Real-time monitoring of environmental conditions.
34. Why is the development of artificial organs mentioned
A. To introduce sTISSUE to the public. B. To stress the advantage of soft materials.
C. To highlight their impact on medical research. D. To explain the inspiration for the new display.
35. What does the underlined word “shifter” in the last paragraph probably mean
A. Clearer. B. Faster. C. Smoother. D. Lighter.
第二节 (共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Most pet owners are clear about the immediate joys that come with sharing their lives with companion animals. However, many of us remain unaware of the physical and mental health benefits that a furry friend can bring us. ______36______
Increasing exercise. Taking a dog for a walk hike or run is a fun and rewarding way to fit healthy daily exercise into your schedule. Studies have shown that dog owners are far more likely to meet their daily exercise requirements, and exercising every day is great for the animal as well. ______37______
Providing panionship can help prevent illness and even add years to your life, while isolation and loneliness can trigger symptoms of depression._____38_____ Most dog and cat owners talk to their pets, and some even use them to work through their troubles. And nothing beats loneliness like coming home to a wagging tail or purring cat.
______39______The companionship of an animal can offer comfort and build self-confidence for people anxious about going out into the world. Because pets tend to live in the moment — they don’t worry about what happened yesterday or what might happen tomorrow — they can help you become more mindful and appreciate the joy of the present.
Adding structure and routine to your day. _____40_____ Having a consistent routine keeps an animal balanced and calm, and it can work for you, too. No matter your mood — depressed, anxious, or stressed — one pitiful look from your pet and you’ll have to get out of bed to feed and care for them.
A. Reducing anxiety.
B. Finding meaning in life.
C. Pets provide valuable companionship for older adults.
D. Caring for an animal makes you feel needed and wanted, especially if you live alone.
E. In fact, caring for a pet helps us make many healthy lifestyle changes.
F. It will deepen your bond and keep your pet fit and healthy.
G. Many pets, especially dogs, require a regular feeding and exercise schedule.
第三部分 语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节 (共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
It was a fine day. My husband David and I set off on a short ____41____ with a friend as our guide. He said it would be a rather ____42____ two-hour hike to see the rare Paiute cutthroat trout in its natural habitat. But we later found it was a different story.
When we arrived, we were ____43____ , but not too tired to enjoy the thrill ____44____ we saw the colorful fish swimming there. It was late, so we could only appreciate the scenery for a _____45_____ while and then went back to our car before dark. We ____46____ the rest of the hike should be relaxing. But it wasn’t. It was the steepest way we’d faced so far.
When we ____47____, my huge backpack felt like a ton of stone. My knees were in ______48______ and tears poured out of my eyes. And there was another mountain ahead of us. As the sun began to set, my legs gave out ____49____. Seeing that, David asked me to take one tiny _____50_____ at a time. “Don’t look at the mountain. ____51____ your eyes on your feet,” he said. With David’s ____52____, I struggled to move slowly. Eventually, we climbed over the mountain, _____53_____ to find it was the last obstacle (障碍) in our way.
Though it has been years since that hike, David’s words have continued to be a source of _____54_____ for me when I faced difficult situations. They remind me that I don’ t need to _____55_____ everything all at once, but rather make small progress at a time.
41. A. meeting B. trip C. project D. break
42. A. easy B. risky C. fascinating D. tiring
43. A. drawn in B. fed up C. taken in D. worn out
44. A. as B. before C. till D. though
45. A. special B. certain C. brief D. fixed
46. A. assumed B. recommended C. accepted D. announced
47. A. talked B. advanced C. failed D. stayed
48. A. pain B. relief C. order D. turn
49. A. occasionally B. actually C. suddenly D. completely
50. A. look B. treat C. step D. jump
51. A. Focus B. Attach C. Lay D. Improve
52. A. doubt B. argument C. praise D. suggestion
53. A. disappointed B. grateful C. surprised D. nervous
54. A. struggle B. knowledge C. strength D. confusion
55. A. discover B. achieve C. prepare D. expect
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下列短文,根据短文内容或括号内所给词的恰当形式填空。
The first Tangshan Intangible Cultural Heritage Music Carnival (非遗音乐嘉年华), ____56____ (feature) three main programs: the intangible cultural heritage music carnival, heritage market, and heritage small stage, was held at Nanhu scenic area in Tangshan, Hebei province.
The carnival kicked off on November 24 ____57____ a star-studded performance provided by many well-known singers and bands. It perfectly combined traditional instruments like pipa and guzheng with contemporary trends, creating ____58____ unique experience for the audience, who remained enthusiastic and _____59_____ (engage) despite the cold weather.
Meanwhile, at the heritage market, visitors had the opportunity _____60_____ (sample) more than 50 intangible cultural heritage projects such as Chengdu sugar painting and Weifang kite making. And at the heritage small stage, the audience _____61_____ (treat) to a series of amazing traditional performances including crosstalk, face changing of Sichuan opera and wrestling.
So far, this three-day event ____62____ (generate) online buzz with related topics trending among netizens. Many commented that they were inspired by the _____63_____ (combine) of traditional culture and modern music and loved _____64_____ it captured the essence of both forms of art. It not only provided a platform for showcasing intangible cultural heritage which makes its way into modern life, _____65_____ introduced these age-old cultural forms to the younger generation.
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
66. 假如你是李华,作为你市文化旅游发展中心的一名志愿者,你将担任前来你市一日游的外国友人Mr. Smith的导游。请你给他写封邮件,告知游览安排事宜。内容包括:
1. 表示欢迎;
2. 介绍游览计划;
3. 表示期待。
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 Mr. Smith,
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours sincerely,
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。
When my sister, Dona, and I were little kids, my parents both joined the army. They stayed far away from our town and hardly returned home. My grandpa took on the big responsibility of taking care of us. Still, without our parents by our side, Dona and I sometimes felt lonely and sad, especially one winter.
One morning in that winter when Dona and I were sitting in our bedroom, dull and quiet, Grandpa said, “My dear, how about trying skating for fun ” Our faces immediately lit up and we answered together, “Great, we surely like it, Grandpa!”
He smiled and quickly set about building us a skating rink (溜冰场) in our yard. The process of building a skating rink was not easy. First, Grandpa laid out long wooden boards around the yard. Next, he made the base of the rink flat. Grandpa then began spraying the water, lightly at first, until the first layer of ice was established. He would then put some water onto the ice each night. And thus, the ice became thicker and thicker.
In the darkness of the night, from the kitchen window Dona and I watched Grandpa with great expectations. His back and shoulders rounded to protect him from the freezing wind. He stood alone, busying himself creating a perfect skating rink for us. The only light was from the moon and stars.
One night, Grandpa suddenly pressed his waist and the look on his face showed he was painful. Quite concerned, Dona and I rushed out and asked, “Grandpa! What’s wrong ” “My waist is painful. Don’t worry! I’ll be fine just after a little rest,” he smiled. Dona and I offered to help create the rink. But he said it was too cold outside at night and that building the rink needs much experience and lots of skills. Then, we gave up the idea of offering him a hand, but demanded he build the rink a few days later. Seeing we were determined, he walked into the room with us and had warm tea. Before long, Dona and I were tired and went to bed.
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。
When we fell asleep, Grandpa quietly walked out into the yard.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Amazed, we hurriedly put on the skating equipment and rushed out._
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________2023-2024学年度12月学情调研试卷
高三英语
注意事项及说明:
1.书卷共150分,考试时间120分钟。
2.答案一律写在答题卡上。考试结束时,上交答题卡。
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
做题时,先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后,你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A,B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
What are the speakers going to do
A. Sit an exam. B. Take a walk. C. Conduct a study.
【答案】B
【解析】
【原文】M: Jenny, what about going for a walk in the park
W: Sorry, John, but I need to prepare for the exam next Monday.
M: I’m sure you can study better after exercising for a while.
W: Maybe you’re right, Let’s go then.
2. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
What’s the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Sister and brother. B. Father and daughter. C. Salesman and customer.
【答案】A
【解析】
【原文】W: Brook, can you help me deliver this bunch of flowers to my customer at this address
M: No problem. Oh, my motorbike doesn’t work. How should I get there
W: You can use Dad’s car. He won’t use it today.
3. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
How may Mrs Brown feel now
A. Excited. B. Shocked. C. Embarrassed.
【答案】A
【解析】
【原文】M: Helen, I heard that Mrs Brown’s granddaughter will perform in the singing contest for college students on behalf of her school.
W: It’s true. Mrs Brown has told me about it and she is over the moon now.
4. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
What kind of character does Bill have
A. He is honest. B. He is humorous. C. He is kind-hearted.
【答案】C
【解析】
【原文】W: What are you going to do, Henry
M: I’m going to return the umbrella to a boy called Bill. Yesterday afternoon, while I was on the way home, it suddenly rained. The boy lent his umbrella to me and shared one with his mother.
5. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
Where are the speakers
A. At the office. B. At a mall. C. At home.
【答案】B
【解析】
【原文】M: Do you think Amy will like this dress as a gift
W: I think she is more interested in toys.
M: Well, you know her better. Do you have an idea of what to buy
W: A nice Barbie doll will be a good choice Let’s go and have a look on the second floor.
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。
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
6. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Andy’s article.
B. Jennifer’ s suggestions on writing.
C. The requirements for publishing articles.
7. What will Jennifer do next
A. Listen to the news.
B. Reply to an email.
C. Read an article.
【答案】6. A 7. B
【解析】
【原文】M: What are you doing, Jenifer
W: I’m reading an article by Andy, the boy I often mention. This is the sixth time that I have received his writing. He did take my suggestions seriously.
M: Does this writing reach the standard for publication
W: Yeah. I must admit his writing skills have improved greatly. The content is fascinating and the structure is clear. M: It seems that he will get good news.
W: Yes. But he still needs to make small changes. I must write back now. He is waiting.
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
8. What is Bob’s most satisfying video about
A. The desert. B. The beach. C. The mountain.
9. How does the woman find the video
A. Common. B. Amazing. C. Boring.
10. How long does Bob’s film-making class last
A. For 60 minutes. B. For 75 minutes. C. For 90 minutes.
【答案】8. A 9. B 10. B
【解析】
【原文】W: Is this the video you made in the desert, Bob
M: Yes. I’m going to post it online. I’ve made lots of videos of natural scenery, such as mountains, rivers and beaches. Honestly speaking, this one satisfies me most.
W: It’s really great. I bet you will get countless good reviews.
M: Thank you I hope so.
W: By the way, can you introduce the film-making course you attend to me My cousin wants to sign up for it.
M: Well, each week our class centers on one element of film-making, such as lighting, editing and sound. Students will learn how film-makers work with the element to produce effects.
W: OK. I remember your class is from 2:30 to 3:45 every Saturday afternoon. Are there classes on Fridays
M: I' m not sure Let me contact my assistant teacher for more information.
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
11. How often do Alan and his old friends meet now
A. Every day.
B. About once a week.
C. About once every two weeks.
12. What do Alan and his old friends talk about most
A. Sport. B. Schoolwork. C. Technology.
13. What’s most probably the woman
A. A host. B. A coach. C. An editor.
【答案】11. C 12. A 13. A
【解析】
【原文】W: Alan, welcome to join us. Our topic today is friendship.
M; Glad to be here. That’s a popular topic.
W: I know you enjoy huge popularity at school and have formed close friendships with others. I wonder whether you often get together with your old friends.
M: Well, we used to see each other every day. Later, my family moved house, and we meet almost every other week now.
W: You must have many common topics. What do you often talk about
M: Various things such as our schoolwork, movies and technology. But sport is the most popular one for us.
W: How do you find your time with them
M: It is relaxing and fun. To tell you the truth, friends are really important to me.
W: Great! Can you share your secret to making friends and maintaining friendships
M: No problem...
听下面一段较长对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
14. Why does the woman choose the ski location
A. It is near her hotel.
B. It offers reasonable prices.
C. It provides great skiing experiences.
15. When does the ski location begin to close
A. In February. B. In March. C. In April.
16. How will the speakers get to the ski location
A. By car. B. By bus. C. By train.
17. What are the speakers most probably doing in Europe
A. Taking sightseeing tours.
B. Going on a business trip.
C. Holding an art exhibition.
【答案】14. C 15. C 16. C 17. A
【解析】
【原文】W: Simon, since we are in Switzerland, why don’t we go skiing
M: Good idea! I like skiing. But where shall we go skiing
W:I know a famous ski location. It’s said that it offers the best skiing experience. Though it is a bit far from our hotel, I’d like to give it a try.
M: Are you sure it is still open to the public It’s March now,
W: It is often closed between April and November. So it’s about a month away.
M: Good. Then how can we get there
W: It’s about a two-hour drive from here. Since we’ll return the rented car tomorrow, we can take the railway instead.
M: That’s fine. We can enjoy natural views along the way. So how long would you like to stay there
W: What about the whole weekend
M: OK. After that, would you like to go to Venice There will be an art exhibition.
W: I agree. We can spend several days there until the end of our holiday.
听下面一段独白,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
18. When did the speaker start to take language learning seriously
A. At the age of 7. B. At the age of 14. C. At the age of 17.
19. What language did the speaker learn in preparation for university
A. Spanish. B. German. C. French.
20. What are people advised to do first when learning a language
A. Build up vocabulary.
B. Make personal plans.
C. Find the learning motivation.
【答案】18. B 19. B 20. C
【解析】
【原文】W: Hello, everyone. Today I’d like to talk about language learning. When I was 7 years old, my parents signed me up for English classes. I cried every time I attended that class and I didn’t learn it well. At the age of 14, I felt like I wanted to explore the world. And I understood that I needed to equip myself with as many language skills as possible. Therefore, I started learning English properly on my own. At 17, I found an exchange program in New Zealand and participated. Those 6 months opened my eyes to the entire world and I became eagerer to learn languages. In my high school graduation year, I studied German on my own, mainly because I wanted to study at Salzburg University of Applied Sciences in Austria. Eventually I entered the university and my German improved. After university, I decided to work in Spain. So I picked up Spanish and fell in love with this language. Over the years, I have never stopped learning new languages As for learning new languages, you’d better first figure out why you should learn the language. Next, set specific plans. Then, start learning and try to find your own learning methods. Finally, improve your language skills using effective tricks.
第二部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第一节 阅读理解(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
We all scream for ice cream!
Ice cream may be universally appealing, but many countries have their own version of ice cream that’s often not called ice cream. Let’s learn about these tasty “ice creams” around the world and awaken your inner child!
● Raspado, Mexico
Raspados are the Mexican version of American snow cones (冰沙). But while snow cones are made using overly sweet syrup (糖浆), raspados have real fruits or fresh fruit juices. The sweet and cold treat is everywhere throughout Mexico and sold at street carts (手推车). You won’t find Mexicans eating their raspados in cones since they’re only served in cups.
● Kakigori, Japan
It may be made of ice, but kakigori, the Japanese version of ice cream, is most definitely not a snow cone. It melts in your mouth just like a creamy ice cream. Chefs make kakigori by shaving ice from ice blocks until it builds into a soft pile. Then, syrups of various flavors, like green tea, strawberry, grape and melon, are added to the ice. Kakigori is almost always served in a bowl, and it’s not unusual to find sweet shops offering toppings as the final touch, most commonly red bean paste or fresh fruit.
● Gelato, Italy
Pizza and pasta aside, gelato is considered to be Italy’s food symbol. In fact, visiting the local gelateria is a way of life for Italians. Italian gelato is lower in fat than traditional ice cream and is made with whole milk, eggs, sugar and flavoring—chocolate, hazelnut, pistachio (开心果) or vanilla (香草) ice cream mixed with pieces of chocolate are the most beloved flavors.
● Dondurma, Turkey
An ice cream that doesn’t melt Yes, that’s exactly what dondurma or Turkish ice cream is. Dondurma has an elastic texture(弹性口感) and buying dondurma is like watching a performance. The men who sell it wear traditional Turkish clothes, twist and turn the ice cream until it lands into the cone to be served. Kids and adults get a kick out of the show.
21. What do Raspado and Kakigori have in common
A. They have an ice cream-like texture. B. They are usually sold at street carts.
C. They are made of real fruits. D. They are not served in cones.
22. Which version of “ice cream” is greatly fitted into the social life of local people
A. Raspado. B. Gelato. C. Dondurma. D. Kakigori.
23. What is special about Dondurma
A. Its popularity among people of all ages. B. Its unusual flavor combinations.
C. The interesting way it’s served. D. The low fat level it has.
【答案】21. D 22. B 23. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了世界各地的“冰淇淋”,它们有各自独特的特点和制作方式。
【21题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第二段“You won’t find Mexicans eating their raspados in cones since they’re only served in cups.(你不会发现墨西哥人用锥型蛋卷装Raspados,因为Raspados只装在杯子里。)”和第三段“Kakigori is almost always served in a bowl, and it’s not unusual to find sweet shops offering toppings as the final touch, most commonly red bean paste or fresh fruit.(Kakigori几乎都是装在碗里吃的,经常会发现甜品店提供最后的配料,最常见的是红豆沙或新鲜水果。)”可知,Raspados和Kakigori都不会装在锥型蛋卷中。故选D。
【22题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第四段“Pizza and pasta aside, gelato is considered to be Italy’s food symbol. In fact, visiting the local gelateria is a way of life for Italians.(除了披萨和意大利面,意大利冰淇淋被认为是意大利的食物象征。事实上,参观当地的冰淇淋店是意大利人的一种生活方式。)”可知,意大利冰淇淋已经融入了当地人的生活。故选B。
【23题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章最后一段“Dondurma has an elastic texture(弹性口感) and buying dondurma is like watching a performance. The men who sell it wear traditional Turkish clothes, twist and turn the ice cream until it lands into the cone to be served. Kids and adults get a kick out of the show.(Dondurma有弹性的质地,买Dondurma就像看表演。卖冰淇淋的人穿着传统的土耳其服装,把冰淇淋扭来扭去,直到它落在准备上桌的蛋筒里。孩子和大人都能从中得到乐趣。)”可知,,Dondurma的特殊之处在于它的服务方式,卖家穿着传统的土耳其服装,扭曲和转动冰淇淋直到它落入锥形容器中以供食用,这是一种有趣的表演。故选C。
B
I had always been fascinated by the use of natural treatments in healthcare. So, when I came across a local clinic that offered courses in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) several months ago, I immediately signed up for a one-year course.
On the first day of class, I was looking forward to what I was going to learn. As the instructor explained the procedure, I felt a little disturbed by the thought of needles being stuck into my skin. However, I was determined to overcome my fear. Acupuncturist uses hair-thin needles to find specific areas on the body to treat pain or tension the body may be experiencing, known to help with depression, insomnia (失眠) and anxiety. The instructor told us that an acupuncturist might request patients to provide more information about their health, how to treat them, and what points are most appropriate for them. We were taught how to examine a patient’s tongue and pulse to gather evidence of any imbalances in the body. He showed us how to adjust the needle’s depth, as different organs required different depths. The needles were only a few millimetre thick and made of stainless steel, so they were solid and easy to switch out.
In class, we also learned about the phenomenon of acupuncture anesthesia (麻醉) where patients could undergo surgery without conventional anesthesia using only acupuncture. As we progressed through the course, we learned about herbs and their uses. We also discussed the effects of substances such as alcohol, tobacco, and drugs on the body and how they could lead to severe anxiety and abuse.
TCM dates back to ancient China, and it is a widespread practice today. It is fascinating to learn about the symbolism behind each organ and how they relate to different emotions and imbalances in the body. After a year of wrestling with the course, I have now graduated and put everything in place. Without doubt, it has been one of the most fulfilling experiences in my life.
24. What made the author decide to sign up for a TCM course
A. His worries about health problems. B. His interest in natural treatments.
C. An accidental visit to a local clinic. D. The increasing knowledge of TCM.
25. What did the instructor mainly teach in the first class
A. The development of acupuncture. B. The way to perform acupuncture.
C. The requirement for an acupuncture. D. The various tools used in acupuncture.
26. How does the author feel about acupuncture after graduating from the course
A. Easy. B. Complicated. C. Advanced. D. Worthy.
27. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. An encounter with TCM B. A modern change in TCM
C. A course to improve my fitness D. A special acupuncture treatment
【答案】24. B 25. B 26. D 27. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者自己参加传统中医一年制课程的经历。文章中提到了作者对自然疗法的好奇心,如何克服对针刺的恐惧,以及在学习过程中所了解到的关于针灸麻醉、草药和身体各器官与情绪、不平衡的关系等内容。
【24题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第一段“I had always been fascinated by the use of natural treatments in healthcare. So, when I came across a local clinic that offered courses in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) several months ago, I immediately signed up for a one-year course.(我一直着迷于在医疗保健中使用自然疗法。因此,几个月前,当我偶然发现当地一家开设中医课程的诊所时,我立即报名参加了为期一年的课程。)”可知,作者报名参加中医课程是因为作者对自然疗法很感兴趣。故选B。
【25题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第二段“Acupuncturist uses hair-thin needles to find specific areas on the body to treat pain or tension the body may be experiencing, known to help with depression, insomnia (失眠) and anxiety. The instructor told us that an acupuncturist might request patients to provide more information about their health, how to treat them, and what points are most appropriate for them. We were taught how to examine a patient’s tongue and pulse to gather evidence of any imbalances in the body. He showed us how to adjust the needle’s depth, as different organs required different depths. (针灸师使用头发一样细的针来找到身体的特定部位来治疗身体可能正在经历的疼痛或紧张,这些疼痛或紧张有助于治疗抑郁、失眠和焦虑。导师告诉我们,针灸师可能会要求病人提供更多关于他们的健康状况、如何治疗以及最适合他们的穴位的信息。我们被教导如何检查病人的舌头和脉搏,以收集身体任何不平衡的证据。他教我们如何调整针的深度,因为不同的器官需要不同的深度。)”可知,作者第一天上课的时候学习了如何针灸。故选B。
【26题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“It is fascinating to learn about the symbolism behind each organ and how they relate to different emotions and imbalances in the body. After a year of wrestling with the course, I have now graduated and put everything in place. Without doubt, it has been one of the most fulfilling experiences in my life.(了解每个器官背后的象征意义,以及它们是如何与不同的情绪和身体失衡联系在一起的,是很有趣的。经过一年的努力,我现在已经毕业了,一切都准备妥当。毫无疑问,这是我一生中最充实的经历之一。)”可知,作者感觉学校针灸是有趣的,对这次经历是满意的,认为这是自己人生中最充实的一次经历。由此可知,作者认为针灸是值得学习的。故选D。
【27题详解】
主旨大意题。根据文章第一段“I had always been fascinated by the use of natural treatments in healthcare. So, when I came across a local clinic that offered courses in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) several months ago, I immediately signed up for a one-year course.(我一直着迷于在医疗保健中使用自然疗法。因此,几个月前,当我偶然发现当地一家开设中医课程的诊所时,我立即报名参加了为期一年的课程。)”、最后一段“After a year of wrestling with the course, I have now graduated and put everything in place. Without doubt, it has been one of the most fulfilling experiences in my life.(经过一年的努力,我现在已经毕业了,一切都准备妥当。毫无疑问,这是我一生中最充实的经历之一。)”再结合全文内容可知,文章主要讲述了作者与中医的相遇,通过参加中医课程,了解到了中医的魅力。故选A。
C
You’re in the shower. You grab the showerhead. What do you do You sing.
Have you ever wondered about this phenomenon Some of us wouldn’t sing in public if someone paid us. Yet we’ll sing in the shower without embarrassment. Believe it or not, there’s a scientific explanation behind it.
First, let’s look at why we’re relaxed enough in the shower to burst into song. Think about it: you don’t sing when you’re sad (unless you’re singing the blues, of course). For many people, shower time is the only time they’re alone all day. You’re in a warm, small, safe environment. You’re comfortable enough to be yourself! When you relax, your brain releases dopamine(多巴胺), which can give your creative juices an extra kickstart.
Warm water is rushing over you, and now you’re relaxed and feeling good. It turns out that singing makes you feel even better. Singing, because of the breathing you put into it, gets more oxygen into the blood. This gives you better circulation, which in turn improves your body and mood. And because you have to breathe a little deeper to belt out a song, you get some of the same relaxation and mind-clearing benefits as meditation (冥想). Another neat thing is that when you’re singing, you really can’t think about your problems—more stress relief.
But the best thing about singing in the shower The acoustics(音响效果)! You can never ask for a better sound system than a bathroom. Because bathroom tiles (墙砖) don’t absorb sound, your voice bounces back and forth around the room before fading away, which makes your voice hang in the air longer. And because the shower is a small space, it boosts your voice, making your singing sound more powerful. So you will sound better than you actually are, which is a confidence boost.
We don’t sing in the shower simply because we have “Call Me Maybe” stuck in our heads. It turns out we do it for many reasons: stress relief, happiness, great acoustics, or maybe just because we like to hear our own voices. Whatever the reason, keep it up. It’s good for you. And if you’ve never tried it, pick a song, grab the showerhead and put on your own private concert.
28. Why do many people feel comfortable singing in the shower
A. The acoustics are perfect in public places. B. Shower time is relaxing and private.
C. Singing boosts stress levels. D. Showering improves vocal abilities.
29. What scientific effect contributes to the urge to sing in the shower
A. Released dopamine due to relaxation. B. Increased exposure to blues music.
C. Enhanced oxygen absorption from water. D. Strengthened lung capacity.
30. Why does singing in the shower help in relieving stress
A. The bathroom’s small size encourages relaxation.
B. Breathing while singing improves circulation.
C. Singing removes the need for deep breaths.
D. Tile walls absorb sound and stress.
31. In which part of a website can we probably read the text
A. Science. B. Technology. C. Culture. D. People.
【答案】28. B 29. A 30. B 31. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了洗澡时唱歌的现象和背后的科学解释。研究表明洗澡时唱歌可以释放压力、提高自信和改善心情。
【28题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章第三段“First, let’s look at why we’re relaxed enough in the shower to burst into song. Think about it: you don’t sing when you’re sad (unless you’re singing the blues, of course). For many people, shower time is the only time they’re alone all day. You’re in a warm, small, safe environment. You’re comfortable enough to be yourself! When you relax, your brain releases dopamine(多巴胺), which can give your creative juices an extra kickstart.(首先,让我们来看看为什么我们在淋浴时足够放松,可以放声高歌。想想看:当你悲伤的时候,你是不会唱歌的(当然,除非你唱的是蓝调)。对很多人来说,淋浴时间是他们一天中唯一独处的时间。你在一个温暖、小而安全的环境里。你很舒服,可以做你自己!当你放松的时候,你的大脑会释放多巴胺,它可以让你的创造力得到额外的启动。)”可知,沐浴时间是一天中独处的时光,是私密的,在这样一个温暖、小而安全的环境里,让你感到放松,从而释放多巴胺,让你舒服, 因此沐浴时间唱歌感到舒服是因为这个时候是令人放松并私密的。故选B。
【29题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第三段“When you relax, your brain releases dopamine(多巴胺), which can give your creative juices an extra kickstart.(当你放松的时候,你的大脑会释放多巴胺,它可以让你的创造力得到额外的启动。)”可知,当人们放松时,大脑会释放多巴胺,这可以给你的创造力带来额外的动力。因此,导致在淋浴时有唱歌的冲动的科学效应是放松会释放的多巴胺,多巴胺会激发创造力。故选A。
【30题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章第四段“Warm water is rushing over you, and now you’re relaxed and feeling good. It turns out that singing makes you feel even better. Singing, because of the breathing you put into it, gets more oxygen into the blood. This gives you better circulation, which in turn improves your body and mood. And because you have to breathe a little deeper to belt out a song, you get some of the same relaxation and mind-clearing benefits as meditation (冥想). (温暖的水流过你的身体,现在你很放松,感觉很好。事实证明,唱歌会让你感觉更好。因为你投入的呼吸,唱歌让更多的氧气进入血液。这会让你的血液循环更好,从而改善你的身体和情绪。因为你必须深呼吸才能大声唱出一首歌,所以你得到了和冥想一样的放松和头脑清醒的好处。)”可知,洗澡的时候因为投入的呼吸,会有更多的氧气进入血液,这让我们的血液循环更好,从而得到放松和清醒的头脑,从而有助于缓解压力。故选B。
【31题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章内容特别是第二段的“ Yet we’ll sing in the shower without embarrassment. Believe it or not, there’s a scientific explanation behind it.(但我们可以在洗澡时唱歌,不会尴尬。信不信由你,这背后是有科学解释的。)”可知,文章主要从科学角度解释了人们在洗澡时唱歌的现象,并解释了背后的科学,由此可知,这篇文章可以从网站的“科学”部分找到。故选A。
D
Imagine an iPad that’s more than just an iPad — with a surface that can change shapes, potentially allowing you to draw 3D designs and even hold your partner’s hand from an ocean away. That’s the vision of a team of engineers from the University of Colorado Boulder. In a new study, they’ve created a one-of-a-kind shape-shifting display that fits on a card table. The device is made from a 10-by-10 grid (网格) of soft robotic “muscles” that can sense outside pressure and pop up to create patterns. It may also deliver something even rarer: the sense of touch in a digital age.
The group’s innovation builds off a class of soft robots pioneered by a team led by Christoph Keplinger, formerly an assistant professor of mechanical engineering at CU Boulder. The original model isn’t ready for the market yet, but the researchers envision that, one day, similar technologies could lead to sensory gloves for virtual gaming or a smart conveyor belt that can sort different items like selecting apples from bananas.
The project has its origins in the search for a different kind of technology: artificial organs. In 2017, researchers led by Mark Rentschler, professor of mechanical engineering and biomedical engineering, were developing what they called sTISSUE — soft organs that behave and feel like real human body parts but are made entirely out of silicone-like materials. “ You could use these artificial organs to help develop medical devices or surgical robotic tools for much less cost than using real animal tissue,” said Rentschler, a co-author of the new study.
In developing that technology, however, the team landed on the idea of a tabletop display. If you pass an electric current through the actuators (执行器), the surface will change shape and jump up. The actuators also include soft, magnetic sensors that can detect the pressure when you push them, which allows for some fun activities.
Other research teams have developed similar smart tablets, but the CU Boulder display is softer, takes up a lot less room and is much shifter: each of its robotic muscles can activate as much as 50 times per second. The group is also working to design a glove that allows you to “feel” objects in virtual reality.
32. What is a big feature of the new display
A. The flexibility of its shape. B. Its quick response to instructions.
C. Its good sense of the environment. D. The great strength of its robotic muscles.
33. What is a possible application of similar technologies
A. The system to pick high-quality fruits. B. Robotic operation in medical surgeries.
C. Touch sensory function in virtual reality. D. Real-time monitoring of environmental conditions.
34. Why is the development of artificial organs mentioned
A. To introduce sTISSUE to the public. B. To stress the advantage of soft materials.
C. To highlight their impact on medical research. D. To explain the inspiration for the new display.
35. What does the underlined word “shifter” in the last paragraph probably mean
A. Clearer. B. Faster. C. Smoother. D. Lighter.
【答案】32. A 33. C 34. D 35. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了一种可变形显示器,该设备由一个10 × 10网格的柔软机器人“肌肉”组成,可以感知外部压力并弹出图案。它还可能带来更罕见的东西:数字时代的触觉。
【32题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段“In a new study, they’ve created a one-of-a-kind shape-shifting display that fits on a card table.(在一项新的研究中,他们创造了一种独一无二的可变形显示器,可以放在牌桌上)”可知,新显示屏的一大特点是形状的灵活性。故选A。
【33题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“The original model isn’t ready for the market yet, but the researchers envision that, one day, similar technologies could lead to sensory gloves for virtual gaming or a smart conveyor belt that can sort different items like selecting apples from bananas.(最初的模型还没有准备好上市,但研究人员设想,有一天,类似的技术可能会导致虚拟游戏的感官手套或智能传送带,可以对不同的物品进行分类,比如从香蕉中挑选苹果)”可知,类似技术的可能应用是虚拟现实中的触觉感知功能。故选C。
【34题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“The project has its origins in the search for a different kind of technology: artificial organs. In 2017, researchers led by Mark Rentschler, professor of mechanical engineering and biomedical engineering, were developing what they called sTISSUE—soft organs that behave and feel like real human body parts but are made entirely out of silicone-like materials.(该项目源于对另一种技术的探索:人造器官。2017年,由机械工程和生物医学工程教授马克·伦奇勒领导的研究人员正在开发他们所谓的stissue——软器官,其行为和感觉都像真正的人体部位,但完全由类似硅的材料制成)”可知,提到了人造器官的发展是为了解释新展示的灵感。故选D。
【35题详解】
词句猜测题。根据划线词后文“each of its robotic muscles can activate as much as 50 times per second”可知,它的每个机器人肌肉每秒可以激活多达50次,可见更迅速、更快了。故划线词意思是“更快”。故选B。
第二节 (共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Most pet owners are clear about the immediate joys that come with sharing their lives with companion animals. However, many of us remain unaware of the physical and mental health benefits that a furry friend can bring us. ______36______
Increasing exercise. Taking a dog for a walk, hike or run is a fun and rewarding way to fit healthy daily exercise into your schedule. Studies have shown that dog owners are far more likely to meet their daily exercise requirements, and exercising every day is great for the animal as well. ______37______
Providing panionship can help prevent illness and even add years to your life, while isolation and loneliness can trigger symptoms of depression._____38_____ Most dog and cat owners talk to their pets, and some even use them to work through their troubles. And nothing beats loneliness like coming home to a wagging tail or purring cat.
______39______The companionship of an animal can offer comfort and build self-confidence for people anxious about going out into the world. Because pets tend to live in the moment — they don’t worry about what happened yesterday or what might happen tomorrow — they can help you become more mindful and appreciate the joy of the present.
Adding structure and routine to your day. _____40_____ Having a consistent routine keeps an animal balanced and calm, and it can work for you, too. No matter your mood — depressed, anxious, or stressed — one pitiful look from your pet and you’ll have to get out of bed to feed and care for them.
A. Reducing anxiety.
B. Finding meaning in life.
C. Pets provide valuable companionship for older adults.
D. Caring for an animal makes you feel needed and wanted, especially if you live alone.
E. In fact, caring for a pet helps us make many healthy lifestyle changes.
F. It will deepen your bond and keep your pet fit and healthy.
G. Many pets, especially dogs, require a regular feeding and exercise schedule.
【答案】36. E 37. F 38. D 39. A 40. G
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了照顾宠物可以带来的一些好处。
【36题详解】
根据上文“Most pet owners are clear about the immediate joys that come with sharing their lives with companion animals. However, many of us remain unaware of the physical and mental health benefits that a furry friend can bring us.(大多数宠物主人都清楚,与伴侣动物分享生活带来的直接快乐。然而,我们中的许多人仍然没有意识到毛茸茸的朋友能给我们带来的身心健康益处)”可知,本句承接上文,说明照顾宠物可以帮助我们改变很多健康的生活方式。故E选项“事实上,照顾宠物可以帮助我们改变很多健康的生活方式”符合语境,故选E。
【37题详解】
根据上文“Increasing exercise. Taking a dog for a walk, hike or run is a fun and rewarding way to fit healthy daily exercise into your schedule. Studies have shown that dog owners are far more likely to meet their daily exercise requirements, and exercising every day is great for the animal as well.(增加运动。带狗狗去散步、远足或跑步是一种有趣且有益的方式,可以将健康的日常锻炼纳入你的计划中。研究表明,狗主人更有可能满足他们每天的锻炼要求,每天锻炼对动物也有好处)”可知,本句为本段最后一句,故承接上文说明和狗一起运动的好处:加深你们的感情,让你的宠物保持健康。故F选项“这会加深你们的感情,让你的宠物保持健康”符合语境,故选F。
【38题详解】
根据上文“Companionship can help prevent illness and even add years to your life, while isolation and loneliness can trigger symptoms of depression.(陪伴有助于预防疾病,甚至可以延长寿命,而孤立和孤独会引发抑郁症状)”可知,本句说明照顾动物有助于预防疾病的原因:觉得自己被需要和被需要,故D选项“照顾动物会让你觉得自己被需要和被需要,尤其是当你一个人住的时候”符合语境,故选D。
【39题详解】
根据后文“The companionship of an animal can offer comfort and build self-confidence for people anxious about going out into the world. Because pets tend to live in the moment — they don’t worry about what happened yesterday or what might happen tomorrow — they can help you become more mindful and appreciate the joy of the present.(动物的陪伴可以给那些担心出去闯世界的人带来安慰和自信。因为宠物倾向于活在当下——它们不会担心昨天发生的事情或明天可能发生的事情——它们可以帮助你变得更加专注,欣赏当下的快乐)”可知,后文提到“宠物倾向于活在当下——它们不会担心昨天发生的事情或明天可能发生的事情”,即不会焦虑。故A选项“减少焦虑”符合语境,故选A。
【40题详解】
根据后文“Having a consistent routine keeps an animal balanced and calm, and it can work for you, too. No matter your mood — depressed, anxious, or stressed — one pitiful look from your pet and you’ll have to get out of bed to feed and care for them.(有一个一致的程序可以让动物保持平衡和冷静,它也可以为你工作。不管你的情绪是抑郁、焦虑还是紧张,只要你的宠物可怜地看了你一眼,你就得下床去喂它们、照顾它们了)”可知,本句是在说明宠物有规律的饮食和生活习惯。故G选项“许多宠物,尤其是狗,需要有规律的喂养和锻炼计划”符合语境,故选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。
It was a fine day. My husband David and I set off on a short ____41____ with a friend as our guide. He said it would be a rather ____42____ two-hour hike to see the rare Paiute cutthroat trout in its natural habitat. But we later found it was a different story.
When we arrived, we were ____43____ , but not too tired to enjoy the thrill ____44____ we saw the colorful fish swimming there. It was late, so we could only appreciate the scenery for a _____45_____ while and then went back to our car before dark. We ____46____ the rest of the hike should be relaxing. But it wasn’t. It was the steepest way we’d faced so far.
When we ____47____, my huge backpack felt like a ton of stone. My knees were in ______48______ and tears poured out of my eyes. And there was another mountain ahead of us. As the sun began to set, my legs gave out ____49____. Seeing that, David asked me to take one tiny _____50_____ at a time. “Don’t look at the mountain. ____51____ your eyes on your feet,” he said. With David’s ____52____, I struggled to move slowly. Eventually, we climbed over the mountain, _____53_____ to find it was the last obstacle (障碍) in our way.
Though it has been years since that hike David’s words have continued to be a source of _____54_____ for me when I faced difficult situations. They remind me that I don’ t need to _____55_____ everything all at once, but rather make small progress at a time.
41. A. meeting B. trip C. project D. break
42. A. easy B. risky C. fascinating D. tiring
43. A. drawn in B. fed up C. taken in D. worn out
44. A. as B. before C. till D. though
45. A. special B. certain C. brief D. fixed
46. A. assumed B. recommended C. accepted D. announced
47. A. talked B. advanced C. failed D. stayed
48. A. pain B. relief C. order D. turn
49. A. occasionally B. actually C. suddenly D. completely
50. A. look B. treat C. step D. jump
51. A. Focus B. Attach C. Lay D. Improve
52. A. doubt B. argument C. praise D. suggestion
53. A. disappointed B. grateful C. surprised D. nervous
54. A. struggle B. knowledge C. strength D. confusion
55. A. discover B. achieve C. prepare D. expect
【答案】41. B 42. A 43. D 44. A 45. C 46. A 47. B 48. A 49. D 50. C 51. A 52. D 53. B 54. C 55. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者和丈夫大卫去徒步旅行,结果作者越走越累,大卫建议作者一次走一小步,注意力集中在脚上,最终完成了徒步,大卫的话也成了作者日后面临困境时力量的来源。
【41题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:我和丈夫大卫在一位朋友的带领下开始了一次短途旅行。A. meeting会议;B. trip旅行;C. project项目;D. break休息。根据后文“two-hour hike”可知,他们进行了短途旅行。故选B。
【42题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:他说,要想在自然栖息地看到罕见的派尤特切喉鳟鱼,只需相当容易的两个小时的徒步旅行就可以了。A. easy容易的,不费力的;B. risky有危险的;C. fascinating迷人的;D. tiring累人的。根据后文“two-hour hike to see the rare Paiute cutthroat trout in its natural habitat”可知,只需两个小时的徒步旅行就可以在自然栖息地看到罕见的派尤特切喉鳟鱼,可知时间很短,一开始以为很容易。故选A。
【43题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意:当我们到达时,我们已经筋疲力尽了,但还没有累到不能享受兴奋,因为我们看到五颜六色的鱼在那里游泳。A. drawn in吸入;B. fed up讨厌;C. taken in欺骗;D. worn out疲惫不堪的。根据后文“but not too tired”可知,他们到达时很疲惫了。故选D。
【44题详解】
考查连词词义辨析。句意:当我们到达时,我们已经筋疲力尽了,但还没有累到不能享受兴奋,因为我们看到五颜六色的鱼在那里游泳。A. as因为;B. before在……之前;C. till直到;D. though虽然。后文“we saw the colorful fish swimming there.”是兴奋的原因,引导原因状语从句,应用as。故选A。
【45题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:天很晚了,所以我们只能欣赏一会儿风景,然后在天黑前回到我们的车里。A. special特别的;B. certain必然的;C. brief简要的;D. fixed固定的。根据上文“It was late, so we could only appreciate the scenery for a”可知,天色已晚,他们只能短暂欣赏风景。故选C。
【46题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:我们认为接下来的徒步旅行应该是放松的。A. assumed认为;B. recommended推荐;C. accepted接受;D. announced宣布。根据后文“the rest of the hike should be relaxing”以及“But it wasn’t.”可知,他们以为接下来的徒步旅行应该是放松的,结果并不是。故选A。
【47题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:当我们前进时,我的巨大背包感觉像一吨重的石头。A. talked谈话;B. advanced前进;C. failed失败;D. stayed停留。根据上文“It was the steepest way we’d faced so far.(这是迄今为止我们遇到的最陡峭的路)”指他们继续前进,要下山 ,故选B。
【48题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:我的膝盖疼得要命,眼泪夺眶而出。A. pain痛;B. relief宽慰;C. order订单;D. turn转弯。根据后文“and tears poured out of my eyes”可知,作者膝盖疼得哭了起来。故选A。
【49题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意:当太阳开始下山时,我的腿完全累坏了。A. occasionally偶尔;B. actually实际上;C. suddenly突然;D. completely完全地。上文提到作者膝盖疼得哭了,所以继续走,腿完全累坏了。故选D。
【50题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:看到这一点,大卫要求我一次只走一小步。A. look看;B. treat款待;C. step步;D. jump跳跃。根据上文“David asked me to take one tiny”以及作者很疲惫了,所以大卫建议一次走一小步。故选C。
【51题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:“把注意力集中在你的脚上,”他说。A. Focus集中;B. Attach附上;C. Lay躺;D. Improve改善。根据后文“your eyes on your feet”可知,大卫建议把注意力集中在你的脚上,focus on表示“集中于”。故选A。
【52题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:在大卫的建议下,我努力慢慢移动。A. doubt怀疑;B. argument争论;C. praise赞美;D. suggestion建议。上文“Don’t look at the mountain. Focus your eyes on your feet(不要看山。注意你的脚)”是大卫给作者前进的建议。故选D。
【53题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:最后,我们翻过了山,感激地发现这是我们前进道路上的最后一个障碍。A. disappointed失望的;B. grateful感激的;C. surprised惊讶的;D. nervous紧张的。根据后文“find it was the last obstacle in our way”可知,这座山是最后一个障碍,作者感到庆幸和感激。故选B。
【54题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:虽然那次徒步旅行已经过去很多年了,但当我面临困境时,大卫的话仍然是我力量的源泉。A. struggle努力;B. knowledge知识;C. strength力量;D. confusion困惑。根据上文“David’s words have continued to be a source of”以及作者听了大卫的话慢慢移动,可知大卫的话成了作者力量的源泉。故选C。
【55题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:它们提醒我,我不需要一次完成所有的事情,而应该一次取得一些小的进步。A. discover发现;B. achieve实现;C. prepare准备;D. expect期待。根据后文“everything all at once, but rather make small progress at a time”可知,大卫的话提醒作者,不需要一次完成所有的事情,而应该一次取得一些小的进步。故选B。
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下列短文,根据短文内容或括号内所给词的恰当形式填空。
The first Tangshan Intangible Cultural Heritage Music Carnival (非遗音乐嘉年华), ____56____ (feature) three main programs: the intangible cultural heritage music carnival, heritage market, and heritage small stage, was held at Nanhu scenic area in Tangshan, Hebei province.
The carnival kicked off on November 24 ____57____ a star-studded performance provided by many well-known singers and bands. It perfectly combined traditional instruments like pipa and guzheng with contemporary trends, creating ____58____ unique experience for the audience, who remained enthusiastic and _____59_____ (engage) despite the cold weather.
Meanwhile, at the heritage market, visitors had the opportunity _____60_____ (sample) more than 50 intangible cultural heritage projects such as Chengdu sugar painting and Weifang kite making. And at the heritage small stage, the audience _____61_____ (treat) to a series of amazing traditional performances including crosstalk, face changing of Sichuan opera and wrestling.
So far, this three-day event ____62____ (generate) online buzz with related topics trending among netizens. Many commented that they were inspired by the _____63_____ (combine) of traditional culture and modern music and loved _____64_____ it captured the essence of both forms of art. It not only provided a platform for showcasing intangible cultural heritage which makes its way into modern life, _____65_____ introduced these age-old cultural forms to the younger generation.
【答案】56. featuring
57. with 58. a
59. engaged
60. to sample
61. were treated
62. has generated
bination
64. how 65. but
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇新闻报道。首届唐山市非物质文化遗产音乐嘉年华在河北省唐山市南湖风景区举行,主要包括非物质文化遗产音乐嘉年华、遗产集市和遗产小舞台三个主要项目。狂欢节于11月24日拉开帷幕,众多知名歌手和乐队献上了星光熠熠的表演。
【56题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:首届唐山市非物质文化遗产音乐嘉年华在河北省唐山市南湖风景区举行,主要包括非物质文化遗产音乐嘉年华、遗产集市和遗产小舞台三个主要项目。句中已有谓语动词was held,故空处用非谓语动词,分析句子结构可知feature与逻辑主语The first Tangshan Intangible Cultural Heritage Music Carnival构成主动关系,故用现在分词。故填featuring。
【57题详解】
考查介词。句意:狂欢节于11月24日拉开帷幕,众多知名歌手和乐队献上了星光熠熠的表演。此处作伴随状语,为with的复合结构“with+宾语+宾补”。故填with。
【58题详解】
考查冠词。句意:它将琵琶、古筝等传统乐器与当代潮流完美结合,为观众创造了独特的体验,尽管天气寒冷,观众仍保持着热情和参与。experience“经历”为可数名词,此处为泛指,且unique是发音以辅音音素开头的单词。故填a。
【59题详解】
考查形容词。句意:它将琵琶、古筝等传统乐器与当代潮流完美结合,为观众创造了独特的体验,尽管天气寒冷,观众仍保持着热情和参与。作表语,应用形容词engaged。故填engaged。
【60题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:与此同时,在遗产市场,游客有机会品尝到50多个非物质文化遗产项目,如成都糖画和潍坊风筝制作。名词opportunity后跟不定式作后置定语。故填to sample。
【61题详解】
考查时态语态。句意:在遗产小舞台上,观众们欣赏了一系列令人惊叹的传统表演,包括相声、川剧变脸和摔跤。主语与谓语构成被动关系,事情发生在过去,故用一般过去时的被动语态,主语为audience,集合名词,谓语应用复数。故填were treated。
【62题详解】
考查时态。句意:到目前为止,这个为期三天的活动已经在网上引起了热议,相关话题在网民中成为热门话题。根据上文So far可知为现在完成时,主语为this three-day event,助动词用has。故填has generated。
【63题详解】
考查名词。句意:许多人评论说,他们受到传统文化和现代音乐结合的启发,并喜欢它捕捉到两种艺术形式的精髓。此处应用名词combination和上文the以及下文of traditional culture and modern music构成名词所有格,故填combination。
【64题详解】
考查宾语从句。句意:许多人评论说,他们受到传统文化和现代音乐结合的启发,并喜欢它捕捉到两种艺术形式的精髓。引导宾语从句,从句缺少方式状语,故填how。
【65题详解】
考查固定句型。句意:它不仅提供了一个展示进入现代生活的非物质文化遗产的平台,而且将这些古老的文化形式介绍给年轻一代。句型not only…but (also)…表示“不仅……而且……”。故填but。
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
66. 假如你是李华,作为你市文化旅游发展中心的一名志愿者,你将担任前来你市一日游的外国友人Mr. Smith的导游。请你给他写封邮件,告知游览安排事宜。内容包括:
1. 表示欢迎;
2. 介绍游览计划;
3. 表示期待。
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 Mr. Smith,
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Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Mr. Smith,
Welcome to our city and it’s my pleasure to be your guide. Below is a brief plan for your one-day trip.
In the morning, we’ll visit a history museum. There you can enjoy a large exhibition of pictures which show the great changes the city has experienced over the past eight decades. In the afternoon, we’ll travel to the countryside where you can enjoy both the beautiful scenery and various kinds of organic food.
I hope you’ll like my arrangement. Looking forward to your arrival.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文写作中的信件。要求考生向外国友人Mr. Smith写封信,告知其自己将担任其来考生所在城市进行一日游时的导游。并告知其游览安排事宜。
【详解】1.词汇积累
愉快:pleasure→ enjoyment/joy
简明的:brief → concise
经历:experience → go through
各种各样的:various→ a variety of
2.句型转换
原句:In the morning, we’ll visit a history museum. There you can enjoy a large exhibition of pictures which show the great changes the city has experienced over the past eight decades.
拓展句:In the morning, we’ll visit a history museum where you can enjoy a large exhibition of pictures which show the great changes the city has experienced over the past eight decades.
【点睛】【高分句型1】There you can enjoy a large exhibition of pictures which show the great changes the city has experienced over the past eight decades.(运用了which引导的和省略了关系代词的定语从句)
【高分句型2】In the afternoon, we’ll travel to the countryside where you can enjoy both the beautiful scenery and various kinds of organic food.(运用了where引导的定语从句)
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。
When my sister, Dona, and I were little kids, my parents both joined the army. They stayed far away from our town and hardly returned home. My grandpa took on the big responsibility of taking care of us. Still, without our parents by our side, Dona and I sometimes felt lonely and sad, especially one winter.
One morning in that winter when Dona and I were sitting in our bedroom, dull and quiet, Grandpa said, “My dear, how about trying skating for fun ” Our faces immediately lit up and we answered together, “Great, we surely like it, Grandpa!”
He smiled and quickly set about building us a skating rink (溜冰场) in our yard. The process of building a skating rink was not easy. First, Grandpa laid out long wooden boards around the yard. Next, he made the base of the rink flat. Grandpa then began spraying the water, lightly at first, until the first layer of ice was established. He would then put some water onto the ice each night. And thus, the ice became thicker and thicker.
In the darkness of the night, from the kitchen window Dona and I watched Grandpa with great expectations. His back and shoulders rounded to protect him from the freezing wind. He stood alone, busying himself creating a perfect skating rink for us. The only light was from the moon and stars.
One night, Grandpa suddenly pressed his waist and the look on his face showed he was painful. Quite concerned, Dona and I rushed out and asked, “Grandpa! What’s wrong ” “My waist is painful. Don’t worry! I’ll be fine just after a little rest,” he smiled. Dona and I offered to help create the rink. But he said it was too cold outside at night and that building the rink needs much experience and lots of skills. Then, we gave up the idea of offering him a hand, but demanded he build the rink a few days later. Seeing we were determined, he walked into the room with us and had warm tea. Before long, Dona and I were tired and went to bed.
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。
When we fell asleep Grandpa quietly walked out into the yard.
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Amazed, we hurriedly put on the skating equipment and rushed out._
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【答案】When we fell asleep, Grandpa quietly walked out into the yard. He kept spraying water onto the ice in the yard. It was so cold outside that Grandpa trembled all over. But he went on building the rink for us. He hoped to complete the work as soon as possible. That night he worked for a long time although his waist was very painful. The next morning when we woke up, we found skating equipment placed before our bed. Grandpa called out, “Kids, come out! The rink was ready!”
Amazed, we hurriedly put on the skating equipment and rushed out. Seeing the perfect rink, we were so excited and could no longer wait to skate on it, while Grandpa stood aside, smiling. We skated in the cold for what felt like hours laughing and dancing, creating memories that would last a lifetime. Grandpa was proud of what he had accomplished and happy to see us having so much fun. Now we always remember the special gift, which Grandpa built with great love.
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开,讲述了作者小时候和妹妹都是由爷爷照看,爷爷通过为她们建造一个溜冰场,给她们带来了欢乐和温暖。
【详解】1.段落续写:
①由第一段首句内容“等我们睡着了,爷爷悄悄地走到院子里。”以及第二段首句内容“感动很惊讶,我们赶紧穿上滑冰装备,冲了出去。”可知,第一段可描写爷爷悄悄建好了溜冰场的经过。
②由第二段首句内容“感动很惊讶,我们赶紧穿上滑冰装备,冲了出去。”可知,第二段可描写看到爷爷为自己所做的事情,作者和妹妹非常感动。
2.续写线索:作者和妹妹小时候,由于父母参军,所以只能由爷爷照顾——没有父母的陪伴,作者和妹妹常常感到孤独——爷爷看到这一切,决定为作者和妹妹建造一个溜冰场——天气寒冷,爷爷每晚都忙着建溜冰场——一天,爷爷的腰很疼,作者和妹妹让爷爷在家休息——可是,爷爷还是悄悄建溜冰场——次日早餐,作者和妹妹惊讶地看到了建好的溜冰场——作者和妹妹很感激爷爷所做的一切
3.词汇激活
行为类
①继续:go on/continue
②完成:complete/finish
③希望:hope/wish
情绪类
①兴奋的:excited/thrilled
②对……感到自豪:be proud of/take pride in
【点睛】【高分句型1】That night he worked for a long time although his waist was very painful.(运用了although引导的状语从句)
【高分句型2】Seeing the perfect rink, we were so excited and could no longer wait to skate on it, while Grandpa stood aside, smiling.(运用了现在分词作状语,while引导的状语从句)

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