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2023-2024学年湖北省部分县市区省级示范高中温德克英协作体高二第一学期期末综合性调研考试
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3.考试结束后，本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第I卷（选择题）
一、听力选择题：本大题共23小题，共23分。
1. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. A travel experience. B. A capital city. C. A trip plan.
【答案】A
【解析】
【原文】W: I believe your trip to France must be amazing.
M: Yes We saw many interesting things.
W: Which city was your first stop
M: Our flight landed in Paris. It is the capital of France.
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What does the man ask the woman to do
A Visit his class in the afternoon.
B. Change her visiting time.
C. Take exams.
【答案】B
【解析】
【原文】W: Would you mind if I visit your class this afternoon, Mr Johnson
M: I don’t mind your visiting, but the students will take exams in the afternoon. Perhaps you can come back next Monday.
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What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Classmates. B. Teacher and student. C. Brother and sister.
【答案】A
【解析】
【原文】W: Have you registered for the physics class yet My brother told me the course is made up of twelve classes.
M: Yeah. Besides four in the lab we will have eight classes in the classroom.
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What does the woman mean
A. Kids are often troublesome. B. The job is annoying. C. She likes her job.
【答案】C
【解析】
【原文】M: Do you find your job hard in the learning centre for kids I sometimes get annoyed with kids. They are troublesome.
W: No, not at all. Working with kids is so much more fun than working with grown-ups.
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When will the man’s flight take off
A. At 11 a.m. B. At 11: 20 a.m. C. At 1 p.m.
【答案】C
【解析】
【原文】W: I’ve heard that you are going to America tomorrow. I want to see you off at the airport. When are you leaving
M: 1 p.m. But I am to check in at 11:20 a.m.
W: Then I’ll see you at the airport at 11 a.m.
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. Why is the woman trying to find a library
A. To study there.
B. To borrow books.
C. To find some information.
7. How long is the National Library open on weekends
A. 11 hours. B. 12 hours. C. 14 hours.
【答案】6. A 7. B
【解析】
【原文】M: Hello, Mary.
W: Oh, hello, Mike. I m looking for a suitable library to study in.
M: I often go to the National Library. It is suitable lotus students. It is quiet in the reading rooms. You can also use some materials for free if you have a card. And the card is $100 a year.
W: How about the opening hours
M: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. on weekdays and 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekends.
W: Oh, good. I think it s a suitable place for studying.
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. Which society's president is Lisa
A. The International Society.
B. The Ballet Society.
C. The French Society.
9. What club attracts the man
A. The Music Club. B. The Chess Club. C. The Nature Club.
10. What does the man say about playing chess
A. Uninteresting. B. Enjoyable. C. Difficult.
11. What does the man advise the woman to do
A. Study in the library. B. Take the French course. C. Join the Debate Club.
【答案】8. A 9. C 10. A 11. C
【解析】
【原文】M: Do you know the big activity in the sports hall You can see what clubs and societies there are and register for them.
W: I’m not really that sporty.
M: It’s not just sports clubs. There are societies like the International Society—my friend Lisa is the president of that, and the Ballet Society, and many more. I prefer joining the French Society of course. It’ll be good for my course.
W: What club are you going to register for The Music Club
M: Actually, I’d prefer to join the Nature Club, because I’m interested in plants and animals. What about you
W: I don’t know. If there’s a Chess Club, I might join it. I prefer it to any other club.
M: But 1 think that would be as boring as studying in the library. Why don’t you try something new What about the Debate Club
W: I don’t think I like discussing and exchanging ideas with others.
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】
12. Why did the man come back late
A. He went to a pub with Linda.
B. He hurt his hands and knees.
C. He waited a long time for the bus.
13. What happened to Linda
A. She was fined.
B. She got injured.
C. She had an accident.
14. Where was the witness
A. Outside the pub. B. At a bus stop. C. In his car.
15. What was the old lady doing in the middle of the road
A. Looking for something.
B. Struggling to stand up.
C. Trying to seek help.
【答案】12. A 13. C 14. B 15. A
【解析】
【原文】W: There you are. It’s so late.
M: Oh, mum, I ran into Linda and we went to a pub. She told me something amusing.
W: What was that
M: Well, she was driving home after work, and she saw an old lady on her hands and knees in the middle of the road. Linda was so shocked that she stopped suddenly and the car behind crashed into hers.
W: Was she hurt
M: No. Linda got out of her car and saw the old lady pick up something and walk away.
W: Luckily indeed. Linda didn’t run her over.
M: Then a policeman came, but he didn’t believe what Linda said. Luckily, there was a witness, a man waiting for a bus. He witnessed the whole incident. Guess what the old lady was doing
W: I haven’t the slightest idea.
M: The witness said he heard the old lady saying “Oh, my gold tooth”.
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】
16. What is the relationship between Alexander and the woman
A. Workmates.
B. Host and guest.
C. Cook and customer.
17. What extra dish will be added
A. Fish. B. Beef. C. Chicken.
18. What happened in the woman’s department last year
A. It faced a risk of being shut down.
B. It introduced a new system.
C. It fired a sales manager.
19. What does the man think of Alexander
A. Critical. B. Dissatisfying. C. Excellent.
【答案】16. A 17. B 18. A 19. C
【解析】
【原文】M: Oh, I hope Alexander likes this. It s a bit of risk serving fish and chicken to a guest who comes to visit us for the first time. Maybe I should also prepare some beef.
W: Yeah. It s not a bad idea. Alexander is the new director of my department. And I don t know much about his preference. He came from another department of the company early this year.
M: I ve never met him before, but I ve heard a lot about him from you in the past few days. It seems that he is a very good boss with rich business experience.
W: Absolutely. He is the one who comes to save the department.
M: Really Why do you say so
W: Well, you know, last year, when economy was not good, our profit was far from satisfying. The company even thought about closing down this department.
M: So what about the situation this year
W: Alexander introduced a completely new system for sales and management. And it s quite effective and efficient. The profit has even doubled in the last month.
M: Wow, that s fantastic. I cannot wait to meet him for a dinner.
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】
20. What is the talk mainly about
A. What to do to protect animals.
B. Whether to keep animals in zoos.
C. How to improve zoos’ environment.
21. What do scientists of Group A suggest
A. Allowing wild animals to be killed.
B. Protecting animals in a well-founded area.
C. Teaching people more about wild animals.
22. What do scientists of Group B say about modern zoos
A. They do harm to animals.
B. They are poorly founded.
C They can give animals protection.
23. What is the speaker
A. A scientist. B. A teacher. C. A zookeeper.
【答案】20. B 21. C 22. C 23. B
【解析】
【原文】M: Are zoos necessary, or are they only bad to the animals This is a question that causes disagreement among many scientists. Some, we may just call them Group A, believe that placing animals in a zoo does harm to them. These people think that all animals should be protected from being killed and should be left in the wild. They also advise people to be educated to know more about animals in the wild. Other scientists of Group B think differently. They say that modern zoos provide a safe environment for animals. They believe that some animals, such as the panda from China and the white tiger from India, are not only protected from uncontrolled killing but can give birth to babies under protection and in that way they may be saved from dying out. OK, that’s all from me and you’re expected to express your views on this question next class.
二、阅读理解：本大题共15小题，共30分。
A
Four Amazing summer Camps in Bangkok
With the school year wrapping up, students will be at home for their long summer holidays. It’s that time of the year again for parents to seek the best summer camps in Bangkok to ensure their little ones do not get bored and restless. Here are four Bangkok summer camps with excellent reputations, some of which have been around for more than 100 years.
Bangkok Science Camp
Time: July 15-25, 2023
The Bangkok Science Camp is designed for high school students who have a passion for science and technology. During the camp, students will participate in hands-on workshops, listen to lectures, and conduct experiments. Topics covered include physics, chemistry, biology, and engineering. Students will have the opportunity to work with experienced scientists and learn about cutting-edge research.
Bangkok Cultural Exchange Camp
Time: August 1-10, 2023
The Bangkok Cultural Exchange Camp is an opportunity for high school students to learn about Thai culture and history. During the camp, students will visit historic sites, participate in cultural activities, and learn about Thai traditions. Students will also have the opportunity to meet and interact with local students and learn about their daily lives.
Bangkok Volunteer Camp
Time: August 5-15, 2023
The Bangkok Volunteer Camp is an opportunity for high school students to make a positive impact on the local community. During the camp, students will participate in community service projects, such as teaching English to underprivileged children, helping with conservation efforts, and working with local charities.
Bangkok Entrepreneurship Camp
Time: August 5-15, 2023
The Bangkok Entrepreneurship Camp is designed for high school students who are interested in entrepreneurship and innovation. During the camp, students will learn about business concepts, develop their entrepreneurial skills, and work on a group project. Students will also have the opportunity to meet and learn from successful entrepreneurs in Bangkok.
Visit www./2023 for more information.
24. Which one can be a good candidate for Bangkok Science Camp
A. An elementary school student who loves science.
B. A 12th grader who loves chemistry experiments.
C. A parent who has a passion for science.
D. A historian who likes to study Thailand.
25. If you want to have a beneficial influence on helping others, which camp do you need to attend
A. Bangkok Science Camp. B. Bangkok Cultural Exchange Camp.
C. Bangkok Volunteer Camp. D. Bangkok Entrepreneurship Camp.
26. What do these four summer camps have in common
A. Their target group is students.
B. They all charge very expensive fees.
C. They all only accept people who can speak Thai.
D. They all run their activities in August.
【答案】24. B 25. C 26. A
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇应用文。本文主要介绍了四个适合学生参加的曼谷夏令营。
【24题详解】
细节理解题。根据“Bangkok Science Camp”部分关键句“The Bangkok Science Camp is designed for high school students who have a passion for science and technology. During the camp, students will participate in hands-on workshops, listen to lectures, and conduct experiments. Topics covered include physics, chemistry, biology, and engineering.”（曼谷科学营是为热爱科学技术的高中生设计的。在夏令营期间，学生们将参加实践研讨会、听讲座和进行实验。涵盖的主题包括物理学、化学、生物学和工程学。）可知，曼谷科学营是为热爱科学技术的高中生设计的，在夏令营期间，学生们可以进行化学实验，由此可知，一个喜欢化学实验的12年级学生可以成为曼谷科学营符合标准的申请人。故选B项。
【25题详解】
推理判断题。根据“Bangkok Volunteer Camp”部分关键句“During the camp, students will participate in community service projects, such as teaching English to underprivileged children, helping with conservation efforts, and working with local charities.”（在夏令营期间，学生们将参与社区服务项目，如向贫困儿童教授英语、帮助保护工作以及与当地慈善机构合作。）可知，在曼谷志愿者营，学生可以为有需要的人提供帮助，例如向贫困儿童教授英语、帮助保护工作等，由此可知，如果你想在帮助他人方面产生有益的影响，你需要参加曼谷志愿者营。故选C项。
【26题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段关键句“With the school year wrapping up, students will be at home for their long summer holidays. It’s that time of the year again for parents to seek the best summer camps in Bangkok to ensure their little ones do not get bored and restless.”（随着学年的结束，学生们将在家度过漫长的暑假。又到了一年中的这个时候，父母要去曼谷寻找最好的夏令营，以确保他们的孩子不会感到无聊和不安。）可知，本文介绍的四个夏令营都是为学生们准备的，由此可知，这四个夏令营的共同点是他们的目标群体是学生。故选A项。
B
In the near future, instead of going to your wardrobe (衣柜) to choose something to throw on for your next video call, you might turn to your virtual wardrobe to pick out a 3D digital dress to wear. At least, that's what a number of people in the fashion and tech space are relying on as more businesses look to the promise of digital fashion. Moreover, those virtual clothes won't just be for your video calls, but could eventually be worn all over the virtual world, and eventually, perhaps, viewed on your body in the real world through the Augmented Reality (AR) glasses.
“There are more and more second worlds' where you can express yourself. But there is probably an underestimation of the value being attached to individuals who want to express themselves in a virtual world with a virtual product, through a virtual image,”a marketing officer Robert said. As the field develops, there are two ways of using digital clothes—wearing them yourself through AR and providing digital clothes for your virtual body.
But why should we replace our physical clothes Supporters say there's unlimited creative expression through digital clothes, which now look increasingly more elegant thanks to developments in 3D and AR technology. “Clothing represents an expression of a personality. It always exists in the physical world, and it will exist in the virtual world,” said Simon Whitehouse, a designer.
He explained, “From the brand side, it's incredibly profitable to sell clothes without producing physical clothes. It's reinventing an entire supply chain. There's no water usage, there's very limited CO2 emission. There are no samples being sent out or returned. There are no show rooms, and there's no physical prototype (实物模型).”
27. What can you probably do in the near future according to paragraph 1
A. Open a virtual fashion clothing store.
B. Design 3D digital clothes for yourself.
C. Buy a bigger wardrobe for your bedroom.
D. Wear virtual clothes made by digital technology.
28. What can we infer from Simon's words in paragraph 3
A. AR technology will bring a challenge to people.
B. One's character will be seen in the virtual world.
C. Digital clothes will be more convenient for people.
D. One's expression only can be seen in the physical world.
29. What is Simon's attitude to digital clothing
A. Approving. B. Doubtful.
C. Unclear. D. Grateful.
30. What is the text mainly about
A. The increase in AR glasses. B. The digital fashion in the future.
C. The virtual body in digital clothes. D. AR glasses made by new technology.
【答案】27. D 28. B 29. A 30. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了虚拟服装的概念，以及其未来的发展趋势。虚拟服装可能不仅存在于虚拟世界，还会进入现实世界。
【27题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段“Moreover, those virtual clothes won't just be for your video calls, but could eventually be worn all over the virtual world, and eventually, perhaps, viewed on your body in the real world through the Augmented Reality (AR) glasses. (此外，这些虚拟衣服将不仅仅为视频通话服务，而是可以穿在整个虚拟世界中，最终也许可以通过AR眼镜看你穿在现实世界中。)”可知，在未来，人们可能会穿由数字科技制成的虚拟服装。故选D项。
【28题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段““Clothing represents an expression of a personality. It always exists in the physical world, and it will exist in the virtual world,” said Simon Whitehouse, a designer. (“服装是一种个性的表达。它总是存在于真实世界中，也将存在于虚拟世界中。”设计师Simon Whitehouse说。)”可知，Simon认为虚拟世界的服装也可以表达人的个性。故选B项。
【29题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“He explained, “From the brand side, it's incredibly profitable to sell clothes without producing physical clothes. It's reinventing an entire supply chain. There's no water usage, there's very limited CO2 emission. There are no samples being sent out or returned. There are no show rooms, and there's no physical prototype.” (他解释说："从品牌方角度看，在不生产实体服装的情况下销售服装是非常有利可图的。这是对整个供应链的重塑。不使用水，二氧化碳的排放量就非常有限。不用发货退货。不需要展示厅，也不用实物模型。")”可知，Simon认为虚拟服装有很多好处。故选A项。
【30题详解】
主旨大意题。通读全文，文章介绍了虚拟服装的概念，以及其未来的发展趋势。虚拟服装可能不仅存在于虚拟世界，还会进入现实世界。故选B项。
C
Art is everywhere. Any public space has been carefully designed by an artistic mind to be both functional and beautiful. Why, then, is art still so widely considered to be "the easy subject" at school, insignificant to wider society, a waste of time and effort
Art can connect culture with commercial products in a way that not many other things can; art generates money and holds significant emotional and cultural value within communities. When people attend a concert, they are paying for music, sure, maybe even hotel rooms, meals, and transport, but they also gain an incredible experience, a unique atmosphere and a memory that will go through the rest of their lives. People don't just want material things anymore, they want to experience life---the arts are a perfect cross over between culture and commerce.
Furthermore, the arts can bring communities together, reducing loneliness and making people feel safer. Social bonds are created among individuals when they share their arts experiences through reflection and discussion, and their expression of common values through artworks in honour of events significant to a nation's experience.
The arts clearly have a pretty positive impact on physical and psychological health. It is found that people who frequent cultural places or participate in artistic events are more likely to gain good health compared to those who do not; more engagement with the arts is linked to a higher level of people’s wellbeing. The Royal Society of Public Health discovered that music and art, when used in hospitals, help to improve the conditions of patients by reducing stress, anxiety and blood pressure.
Children who are involved with the arts make greater achievements in their education: those engaged with drama have greater literary ability while others taking part in musical practice exhibit greater skills in math and languages. Kids with preference for the arts have a greater chance of finding employment in the future. Participating in the arts is essential for child development; encouraging children to express themselves in constructive ways could help to form healthy emotional responses in later life.
Vital to human life, art is celebrated and used by nations across the world for various purposes. Life without art would be boring and dead still, for art is a part of what makes us human.
31. Art products differ from most other commercial products because_____ .
A. most people purchase them for collection
B. they are more expensive and less accessible
C. they have both commercial and cultural values
D. their prices may climb up as time passes
32. What can we learn about people who are involved in artistic activities
A. They enjoy better living conditions.
B. They like to compare themselves with others.
C. They are particularly good at both music and art.
D. They tend to be healthier physically and mentally.
33. How does kids' engagement with the arts benefit them
A. It promotes their academic performance and emotional growth.
B. It gives them more confidence in exhibiting their learning skills.
C. It inspires their creativity in designing their future career.
D. It helps to make responsible people out of them.
34. What is the best title for this passage
A. How Art Cures Our Hearts
B. Art: A Blessing to Humankind
C. How Art Benefits Communities
D. Art: A Bridge Between Cultures
【答案】31. C 32. D 33. A 34. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了艺术这一活动对人类的重要意义，是我们不可或缺的社会生活之一，从赋予商品商业价值，人类的身心健康和青少年的学术和情感的发展等方面论述了艺术的重要意义。
【31题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段第二句话“Any public space has been carefully designed by an artistic mind to be both functional and beautiful.(任何公共空间都是由艺术头脑精心设计的，既实用又美观)”以及第二段一句话“Art can connect culture with commercial products in a way that not many other things can;(艺术可以将文化与商业产品联系起来，这是许多其他事物无法做到的)”可知，艺术参与的作品兼具文化价值和商业价值。故选C。
【32题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段第二句话“It is found that people who frequent cultural places or participate in artistic events are more likely to gain good health compared to those who do not;(研究发现，经常去文化场所或参加艺术活动的人比不经常去的人更有可能获得健康)”可知，参加艺术活动的人们在身心上都相对更加健康。故选D。
【33题详解】
细节理解题。根据第五段第一句话“Children who are involved with the arts make greater achievements in their education: those engaged with drama have greater literary ability while others taking part in musical practice exhibit greater skills in math and languages. (参与艺术的孩子在教育中取得了更大的成就：那些参与戏剧的孩子有更大的文学能力，而其他参与音乐练习的孩子在数学和语言方面表现出更高的技能)”以及最后一句话“encouraging children to express themselves in constructive ways could help to form healthy emotional responses in later life.(鼓励孩子以建设性的方式表达自己，有助于在以后的生活中形成健康的情绪反应)”可知，艺术活动促进了孩子们的学业表现和情感成长。故选A。
【34题详解】
主旨大意题。根据最后一段“Vital to human life, art is celebrated and used by nations across the world for various purposes. Life without art would be boring and dead still, for art is a part of what makes us human.(艺术对人类生活至关重要，世界各国都在为各种目的庆祝和使用艺术。没有艺术的生活会枯燥乏味，死气沉沉，因为艺术是使我们成为人类的一部分)”可知，艺术是人类重要的部分，文章也详细描述了艺术对不同的人群的好处。所以文章的标题为“艺术：人类的福祉”。故选B。
D
Given that stress can adversely affect human health and well-being, including causing high blood pressure and increasing the risk of heart disease, it is essential to understand our individual responses to stress and identify potential factors that can act as effective stress buffers (缓冲).
In the paper, which was recently published in the Journal of Psychophysiology, Brian Leavy, Brenda H. O’Connell, and Deirdre O’Shea propose that, although the previous research suggests that gratitude and affect balance play key stress-buffering roles, to date, little has been known about the impact of these variables on cardiovascular (心血管的) recovery from acute (急性的) psychological stress.
That was the focus of the study by the researchers from the Universities of Maynooth and Limerick in Ireland, who also sought to find out whether affect balance could regulate the relationship between gratitude and cardiovascular reactions to acute psychological stress.
The research carried out at the Irish University of Maynooth involved 68 undergraduate students (24 male and 44 female), aged between 18 and 27. This study used a within-subjects experimental design with lab tasks in which stress was put on participants and then cardiovascular reactivity and recovery in response to this was measured.
The results showed that the state of gratitude predicted lower blood pressure responses throughout the stress-testing period, which means that the state of gratitude has a unique stress-buffering effect on both reactions to and recovery from acute psychological stress. It was also found that affect balance increases the effects of gratitude.
These findings have practical value as there are several low-cost gratitude methods which can contribute to well-being, including keeping a gratitude journal and practising acts of kindness. Previous research has shown how patients who make use of gratitude journals have better cardiovascular outcomes than those who do not. Another tool to help individuals express gratitude is a gratitude card, which is one of the suggestions from Mental Health America (MHA).
35. What does the underlined word “adversely” in paragraph 1 mean
A. Unfavorably. B. Creatively. C. Barely. D. Fortunately.
36. What is paragraph 2 mainly about
A. A new concept. B. Result comparisons.
C. The problems of an expert’s research. D. The focus of the study.
37. Which is a finding of the research
A. The effects of gratitude are often age-related.
B. Gratitude contributes to lower blood pressure.
C. Affect balance reduces the effects of gratitude.
D. Acute psychological stress is difficult to relieve.
38. What can we learn from the text
A. The results of the study are not reliable.
B. The methods of gratitude come at a high cost.
C. MHA’s advice is confirmed effective by the research.
D. The researchers have proposed new ways to express gratitude.
【答案】35. A 36. D 37. B 38. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。爱尔兰梅努思大学的一项研究表明，感恩状态和情感平衡对急性心理压力的反应和恢复都有独特的压力缓冲作用。
【35题详解】
词义猜测题。根据画线词后“affect human health and well-being, including causing high blood pressure and increasing the risk of heart disease (影响人类健康和福祉，包括导致高血压和增加患心脏病的风险)”可推断，画线词adversely的意思是“不利地”，即压力会给人带来不利的影响。A. Unfavorably.不利地；B. Creatively.创造性地；C. Barely.仅仅；几乎；D. Fortunately.幸运地。故adversely和Unfavorably最为接近。故选A。
【36题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第二段“In the paper, which was recently published in the Journal of Psychophysiology, Brian Leavy, Brenda H. O’Connell, and Deirdre O’Shea propose that, although the previous research suggests that gratitude and affect balance play key stress-buffering roles, to date, little has been known about the impact of these variables on cardiovascular (心血管的) recovery from acute (急性的) psychological stress. (在最近发表在《心理生理学杂志》上的这篇论文中，Brian Leavy、Brenda H. O’Connell和Deirdre O’Shea提出，尽管之前的研究表明感恩和情感平衡发挥着关键的压力缓冲作用，但到目前为止，人们对这些变量对急性心理压力下心血管恢复的影响知之甚少)”可知，第二段主要讲的是研究的重点——这些变量对急性心理压力下心血管恢复的影响。故选D。
【37题详解】
细节理解题。根据第五段“The results showed that the state of gratitude predicted lower blood pressure responses throughout the stress-testing period, which means that the state of gratitude has a unique stress-buffering effect on both reactions to and recovery from acute psychological stress. (结果表明，在整个压力测试期间，感恩状态可以预测较低的血压反应，这意味着感恩状态对急性心理压力的反应和恢复都有独特的压力缓冲作用)”可知，研究发现感恩有助于降低血压。故选B。
【38题详解】
推理判断题。根据第五段The results showed that the state of gratitude predicted lower blood pressure responses throughout the stress-testing period, which means that the state of gratitude has a unique stress-buffering effect on both reactions to and recovery from acute psychological stress. (结果表明，在整个压力测试期间，感恩状态可以预测较低的血压反应，这意味着感恩状态对急性心理压力的反应和恢复都有独特的压力缓冲作用)”及最后一段“Another tool to help individuals express gratitude is a gratitude card, which is one of the suggestions from Mental Health America (MHA). (另一个帮助个人表达感激之情的工具是感恩卡，这是美国心理健康协会（MHA）的建议之一)”可推断，美国心理健康协会提出的表达感恩的建议对于降低血压是有效的。故选C。
三、阅读七选五：本大题共5小题，共10分。
How Disney grew its $3 billion Mickey Mouse business — by selling to adults
In March 2019, Gucci began selling a $4,500 purse in the shape of Mickey Mouse’s head. Between the creature’s round black ears is a small handle embossed (凸印) with the word “Gucci.” On the brand’s website, a male model stares seriously into the camera without the slightest trace of irony (讽刺) that he is, in fact, carrying around the head of a children’s cartoon character.
It’s perhaps the most luxurious Mickey Mouse products designed for adults. ___39___ Maybelline created makeup sets with packaging covered in Mickey’s face. Uniqlo made dozens of graphic T-shirts with Mickey in various poses. So as not to miss out on the action, Apple launched $300 Beats headphones that paid homage to (向……致敬) the Mouse.
According to The Wall Street Journal, Mickey Mouse and his friends sold $3 billion in merchandise (周边商品) in 2018, a figure that includes both adult and children’s products.
This brings up the question: Why would adults wear items decorated with the face of a smiling rodent in the first place What accounts for the enduring appeal of this anthropomorphized (拟人化的) mouse, while other Disney characters, such as Anna from Frozen, hardly ever appear in adult products
Mickey Mouse was big business almost as soon as he made his debut (首次亮相) in Walt Disney’s animated short Steamboat Willie (《汽船威利号》) in 1928. Within five years, Mickey was earning $1 million a year in merchandise sales. These products were largely targeted at children, including stuffed toys, trains, and nursery (托儿所) wallpaper.
Everything changed in the years after World War II. ___40___ For one thing, Mickey was nearly twenty years old, which meant that the first audience, who enjoyed the cartoons as children, were now in their thirties. Disney was willing to transform Mickey into a symbol of innocence in the postwar years, when people were desperate for something hopeful to cling to.
All the marketing worked. In 1947, products featuring Disney characters brought in $100 million in revenue (收益) in merchandise. In addition to kids’ products, many of the items sold were for adults, such as radios and phonographs (留声机).
____41____ He made Mickey’s face and body rounder, and eyes larger, like those of a baby. Scientists have shown that adults are more drawn to childlike faces. That look is more likely to subconsciously (潜意识地) produce a greater level of attachment in the viewer.
____42____ For instance, the company has done everything in its power to ensure that they do not use images of Mickey drinking and smoking.
By and large, though, the symbolism Mickey represents is the one Disney has put forth: that of innocence and positivity. ____43____ In World War II, people used Mickey to help cope with the horrors before them. This might also help explain why Mickey Mouse has been popular over the past few years when many people are experiencing political instability.
A. Over the decades, Disney is always sensitive about how brands portray Mickey when it licenses his face.
B. Why was this effective at getting adults’ attention
C. This is perhaps why adults seem drawn to him during times of trouble.
D. At that point, demand for products bearing Mickey’s face among adults decreased.
E. But it’s just one of many that has flooded the market.
F. Disney kept developing the character to make him more and more universally appealing.
G. Disney’s goal was clearly to make the character universally known and loved.
【答案】39. E 40. D 41. F 42. A 43. C
【解析】
【分析】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了迪斯尼是如何通过向成人销售米老鼠来发展其30亿美元的业务的。文章分析了成年人喜欢米老鼠图案的原因，以及迪士尼米老鼠在历史上的发展历程，总的来说，米奇所代表的象征意义是：天真和积极。
【39题详解】
根据后文Maybelline created makeup sets with packaging covered in Mickey’s face. Uniqlo made dozens of graphic T-shirts with Mickey in various poses. So as not to miss out on the action, Apple launched $300 Beats headphones that paid homage to the Mouse.可知，美宝莲制作了一套化妆品，包装上印有米奇的脸。优衣库制作了几十件印有米奇不同姿势的图案T恤。为了不错失这次机会，苹果推出了售价300美元的Beats耳机，向米老鼠致敬。由此可知，Gucci生产的米老鼠头钱包只是众多涌入市场的产品之一。故E选项“但它只是众多涌入市场的产品之一”符合上下文语境，故选E。
【40题详解】
根据后文For one thing, Mickey was nearly twenty years old, which meant that the first audience, who enjoyed the cartoons as children, were now in their thirties. Disney was willing to transform Mickey into a symbol of innocence in the postwar years, when people were desperate for something hopeful to cling to.可知，首先，米奇已经快20岁了，这意味着第一批观众在孩提时代就喜欢上了卡通片，现在已经30多岁了。迪斯尼愿意在战后把米奇变成一个无辜的象征，当人们急切地想要一些有希望的东西。由此可知，第二次世界大战后，成年人对带有米奇脸的产品的需求降低了。故D选项“那时，成年人对带有米奇脸的产品的需求下降了”符合上下文语境，故选D。
【41题详解】
根据后文He made Mickey’s face and body rounder, and eyes larger, like those of a baby. Scientists have shown that adults are more drawn to childlike faces.可知，他让米奇的脸和身体更圆，眼睛更大，就像婴儿的眼睛一样。科学家发现，成年人更容易被孩子般的面孔所吸引。由此可知，迪士尼一直在开发米奇，想让他变得更具有吸引力。故F选项“迪斯尼一直在开发这个角色，使他越来越具有普遍的吸引力”符合上下文语境，故选F。
【42题详解】
根据后文For instance, the company has done everything in its power to ensure that they do not use images of Mickey drinking and smoking.可知，例如，公司已经尽其所能确保他们不使用米奇喝酒和吸烟的图片。由此可知，迪士尼对米奇形象的塑造问题非常敏感，避免了使用米奇喝酒和吸烟的图片。故A选项“在过去的几十年里，迪斯尼对于品牌如何塑造米奇的形象一直很敏感”符合上下文语境，故选A。
【43题详解】
根据后文In World War II, people used Mickey to help cope with the horrors before them. This might also help explain why Mickey Mouse has been popular over the past few years when many people are experiencing political instability.可知，在第二次世界大战中，人们利用米奇来帮助他们应对面前的恐怖。这也可以解释为什么米老鼠在过去的几年里很受欢迎，因为很多人都在经历政治动荡。由此可知，米奇所代表的象征意义使得人们在遇到麻烦的时候会被他吸引。故C选项“这也许就是为什么成年人在遇到麻烦的时候会被他吸引”符合上下文语境，故选C。
四、完形填空：本大题共15小题，共22.5分。
When I was a kid I didn’t like to read. I didn’t get a lot of readers ___44___. When I was in 3rd grade I used to get in ___45___ that I didn’t read and I didn’t have enough points. When I was in 4th grade I wasn’t in the gate class for the first week and then after the first week friends moved me up and ___46___ me because they knew I was smart.
The first school term I didn’t ___47___ at all because I didn’t find a book that I was ___48___ in, but then during winter break I ___49___ a book called The Series of Unfortunate Events. After a few pages I was ___50___ to that book. I was reading and reading it because it was suspenseful (充满悬念的). After winter break I took the ___51___. I got 9 out of 10. My friends were so ___52___ with me because I was ____53____ getting points and within one term I read the whole series. I was on a ____54____ with one of my friends named Kelly to see ____55____ could finish the series faster. But it was a tie ____56____ we finished it on the same day within one term. Then I started to read the Percy Jackson series and I also ____57____ that series.
Till this day my 4th grade teacher always ____58____ how I didn’t like reading to I was reading all the time. With determination you can do anything as long as you like what you are doing.
44. A. points B. issues C. rules D. exams
45. A. fear B. disorder C. trouble D. danger
46. A. recorded B. predicted C. advertised D. encouraged
47. A. write B. read C. appear D. study
48. A. absorbed B. experienced C. interested D. successful
49. A. put aside B. worked out C. gave away D. picked up
50. A. attracted B. devoted C. used D. close
51. A. message B. test C. battle D. report
52. A. grateful B. happy C. pitiful D. nervous
53. A. seldom B. instantly C. actually D. occasionally
54. A. stage B. race C. lesson D. place
55. A. what B. how C. who D. when
56. A. because B. while C. so D. and
57. A. accepted B. defined C. understood D. loved
58. A. gives in B. carries out C. stands for D. refers to
【答案】44. A 45. C 46. D 47. B 48. C 49. D 50. A 51. B 52. B 53. C 54. B 55. C 56. A 57. D 58. D
【解析】
【分析】这是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者从不喜欢读书到热爱读书的变化过程。作者认为，只要你喜欢就可以做好任何事情。
44题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我的阅读得分不高。A. points点，要点，分数；B. issues问题；C. rules规则；D. exams考试，检查。根据下文的“I didn’t have enough points.”可知，作者因为不喜欢读书，所以阅读分数不高，points为原词复现。故选A。
【45题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：当我在三年级的时候，我经常遇到麻烦，我没有阅读，我没有足够的分数。A. fear恐惧；B. disorder紊乱；C. trouble麻烦；D. danger危险。根据下文的“I didn’t read and I didn’t have enough points.”可知，作者因为不阅读，所以阅读没有足够的分数，这是他的麻烦。故选C。
46题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：当我上四年级的时候，我第一个星期都不在初级班，第一个星期之后，朋友们帮我提升，鼓励我，因为他们知道我很聪明。A. recorded记录，录音；B. predicted预测；C. advertised广告；D. encouraged鼓励。根据上文的“friends moved me up”可知，朋友们鼓励作者。故选D。
【47题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：第一个学期我根本没读，因为我没有找到一本我感兴趣的书，但在寒假期间我拿起了一本书，名叫《不幸事件系列》。A. write写；B. read阅读；C. appear出现；D. study学习。根据下文的“I didn’t find a book”可知，作者并没有读书。故选B。
【48题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：第一个学期我根本没读，因为我没有找到一本我感兴趣的书，但在寒假期间我拿起了一本书，名叫《不幸事件系列》。A. absorbed被吸引的，全神贯注的；B. experienced经验丰富的；C. interested感兴趣的；D. successful成功的。结合上文提到作者整个学期都没有读书，可推知是因为他没有找到自己感兴趣的书。故选C。
【49题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：第一个学期我根本没读，因为我没有找到一本我感兴趣的书，但在寒假期间我拿起了一本书，名叫《不幸事件系列》。A. put aside放到一边；B. worked out想出，计算，锻炼；C. gave away捐赠，泄露；D. picked up捡起，拿起。根据下文的“After a few pages I was ___7___ to that book.”可知，作者寒假读了一本书，此处用“拿起”符合语境。故选D。
【50题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：几页之后我完全被这本书吸引了。A. attracted被吸引的；B. devoted全心全意的；C. used用过的；D. close近的。根据下文的“I was reading and reading it because it was suspenseful (充满悬念的).”可知，作者被这本书吸引了。故选A。
【51题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：寒假过后，我参加了测试。A. message信息；B. test测试；C. battle战斗，战役；D. report报告，报道。根据下文的“I got 9 out of 10.”可知，作者参加了测试。故选B。
【52题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：朋友们都为我感到高兴，因为事实上我得了分并在一个学期内读完了整个系列。A. grateful感激的；B. happy高兴的；C. pitiful可怜的，令人同情的；D. nervous紧张的。结合上文作者阅读几乎得不到分，到后来朋友们鼓励作者阅读以及上文的“I got 9 out of 10.”可知，朋友们对作者阅读得分感到高兴。故选B。
【53题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：朋友们都为我感到高兴，因为事实上我得了分并在一个学期内读完了整个系列。A. seldom极少地；B. instantly立即；C. actually事实上；D. occasionally偶尔。结合上文内容可知，朋友们感到高兴，是因为事实上作者阅读了分，并爱上了阅读。故选C。
【54题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我和一个叫凯利的朋友在比赛，看谁能更快地完成这个系列。A. stage舞台，阶段；B. race比赛，民族；C. lesson课，教训；D. place地方。根据下文的“finish the series faster.”可知，作者和朋友在进行比赛。故选B。
【55题详解】
考查连词词义辨析。句意：我和一个叫凯利的朋友在比赛，看谁能更快地完成这个系列。A. what什么；B. how如何；C. who谁，指人；D. when何时。此处为宾语从句连接词，从句缺少主语，结合语境可知此处指人，应用连接代词who。故选C。
【56题详解】
考查连词词义辨析。句意：但打成了平局，因为我们在这学期的同一天完成了。A. because因为；B. while当，尽管，然而；C. so因此；D. and并且。根据句意可知，设空处后是前文的原因，因此用because符合语境。故选A。
【57题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：然后我开始读珀西·杰克逊系列，我也喜欢这个系列。A. accepted接受；B. defined下定义；C. understood理解，明白；D. loved爱，喜欢。根据上文的“I was reading and reading it”可知，作者喜欢《不幸事件系列》，结合本句的also可知，此处表示也喜欢现在读的这个系列。故选D。
【58题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：直到今天，我四年级的老师总提起我是如何从不喜欢读书，到总是读书（的转变）。A. gives in屈服，投降；B. carries out实施；C. stands for代表；D. refers to参考，指的是，提起。结合上下文可知，此处是指作者以前的老师还总是和现在的学生提及作者当时的变化。故选D。
第II卷（非选择题）
五、阅读填空：本大题共1小题，共10分。
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
International Workers’ Day,also___59___ (know) as May Day, is celebrated on the first day in May. More than eighty countries___60___(celebrate) this festival since 1889. People may know that International Workers’ Day is about having a rest on that day,most of ___61___don’t know the story behind it.
In the late 18th century,in order to make more money, the cruel capitalists forced___62___ (employ) to work all day,but only paid low salaries. Due to the unfair payment,the workers knew that they had to stand up for their rights,or all of them would die young. Then the workers started to go on strike, and demanded that the ___63___(reason) working hours should be 8 hours a day.___64___ ,the capitalists did not pay attention to the workers’ demands. The workers had to fight for rights for___65___ (they). On May 1st,1886,the United States’ and Canada’s trade unions ___66___(get) together to start the biggest strike. After that day, the law passed the rules that the workers’ working hours would be 8 hours per day. International Workers’ Day aims to remember the spirit of bravery and show our respect___67___ the former workers. Because they have made a great ____68____ (contribute) to today’s happiness.
【答案】59. known
60. have celebrated##have been celebrating
61. whom 62. employees
63. reasonable
64. However
65. themselves
66. got 67. for##to
68. contribution
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了五一国际劳动节的来历。
【59题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：国际劳动节，也称为五一，在五月的第一天庆祝。is celebrated是谓语动词，空处是非谓语动词，be known as表示“被称作”，固定短语。用过去分词作后置定语，故填known。
【60题详解】
考查动词时态。句意：自1889年以来，80多个国家庆祝这个节日。celebrate庆祝；由since 1889可知，此处是现在完成时或现在完成进行时，谓语动词用have done或have been doing，故填have celebrated/have been celebrating。
【61题详解】
考查定语从句。句意：人们可能知道五一国际劳动节那一天休息，但大多数人不知道它背后的故事。此处是非限定性定语从句，先行词是people，作介词的宾语，用关系代词whom，故填whom。
【62题详解】
考查名词。句意：在18世纪末，为了赚更多的钱，残酷的资本家强迫雇员整天工作，但只支付低工资。employee雇员，此处用复数形式，表示很多雇员们，故填employees。
【63题详解】
考查形容词。句意：然后工人们开始罢工，要求每天合理的工作时间是八个小时。reasonable合理的，形容词，修饰名词hours，作定语，故填reasonable。
【64题详解】
考查副词。句意：然而，资本家没有注意工人的要求。空后有逗号，此处用逻辑副词however然而，表示转折，句首字母大写，故填However。
【65题详解】
考查反身代词。句意：工人们不得不为他们自己争取权利。介词for后的宾语与主语所指相同，因此使用反身代词。故填themselves。
【66题详解】
考查动词时态。句意：1886年5月1日，美国和加拿大的工会一起开始了最大的罢工。On May 1st, 1886是过去的时间，即此处是一般过去时，故填got。
【67题详解】
考查介词。句意：国际劳动节旨在纪念勇敢的精神，并向以前的工人表示敬意。show respect for/to sb.向某人表示敬意，故填for/to。
【68题详解】
考查名词。句意：因为他们为今天的幸福做出了巨大的贡献。由冠词a可知，这里用名词的单数形式。make a great contribution to：为……做出巨大贡献。故填contribution。
六、书面表达：本大题共2小题，共50分。
69. 假如你是李华，你的英国笔友Chris听说中国的太极拳申遗成功了，他对这项独特的中国功夫很感兴趣，请给他回一封电子邮件，为他介绍一下太极拳的相关信息。内容包括：
(1)太极拳的特点（动作、呼吸等）；
(2)练习太极拳的好处；
(3)太极拳广受欢迎。
注意：
(1)词数80左右；
(2)可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
参考词汇：
太极拳Tai Chi Chuan
冥想meditation
联合国教科文组织非物质文化遗产名录the UNESCO List of Intangible Cultural Heritage
Dear Chris,
Glad to hear from you!
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Looking forward to your reply!
Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】One possible version:
Dear Chris,
Glad to hear from you! I’m also thrilled to know Tai Chi Chuan has been included in the UNESCO List of Intangible Cultural Heritage, which means this unique martial art gets global recognition.
Having been practiced for centuries, Tai Chi combines slow movements, deep breathing and meditation, representing the traditional Chinese philosophy — harmony. Due to these features, one can strengthen the body, relieve the pressure and cultivate the mind through practicing Tai Chi. It’s no wonder that the sport has attracted countless fans both at home and abroad. Since you are fascinated by it, I strongly recommend you have a go!
Looking forward to your reply!
Yours,
Li Hua
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。题目要求考生给对太极拳很感兴趣的英国笔友Chris回复一封电子邮件，为他介绍一下太极拳的相关信息，需描述太极拳的特点，说明练习太极拳的好处，并点明太极拳广受欢迎。
【详解】1.词汇积累
激动的：thrilled→excited
动作：movement→action
因为：due to→because of
尝试：have a go→have a try
2.句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句：Having been practiced for centuries, Tai Chi combines slow movements, deep breathing and meditation, representing the traditional Chinese philosophy — harmony.
拓展句：Having been practiced for centuries, Tai Chi combines slow movements, deep breathing and meditation, which can represent the traditional Chinese philosophy — harmony.
【点睛】[高分句型1] I’m also thrilled to know Tai Chi Chuan has been included in the UNESCO List of Intangible Cultural Heritage, which means this unique martial art gets global recognition. (运用了which引导非限制性定语从句)
[高分句型2] Since you are fascinated by it, I strongly recommend you have a go! (运用了Since引导原因状语从句)
第二节
70. 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。
I had a problem. Talent Night was coming up, but I had no talents.
Kate can make anything using origami (折纸). Tommy creates breath-taking beats on overturned plastic buckets. Olivia trains her petty dog to do tricks. And those are just my friends. My grade also boasts four dancers, a gymnast, two bakers, a yoga expert, six singers, and five artists, among others.
Every day my teacher asked if I’d decided what to do. And every day I reminded her that I had no talents.
“Nonsense, Benjamin,” she said. “You’ll think of something.”
“I’ll just have to be sick the day of the show,” I announced to my friends one afternoon. “If you get a cold, be sure to cough on me.”
“You must have a talent,” said Kate. “Let’s make a list. What are you good at ”
“Eating,” I answered. “Watching TV.”
Kate rolled her eyes. “Benjamin, be serious.”
“Tormenting (捉弄) my little brother.”
“Are you kidding me ” Kate looked at our friends. “Come on, guys. What are Benjamin’s talents ”
“He’s good with dogs,” said Olivia. “My dog adores him.”
“Oh, great,” I said. “I can sit on the stage while he licks my face. Benjamin Belinski, Human Dog Toy.”
“Benjamin’s funny and humorous,” said Tommy. He turned to me. “You could do a comedy routine.”
“Yeah. Every joke could be about how I have no talents,” I said.
“Benjamin,” said Kate, “maybe you don’t know how to juggle (变戏法), but your birthday parties are the best.”
“Yeah,” agreed Olivia, “and you always get us together to do stuff. Like having game nights or riding bikes after school—or when we held that yard sale. The week you had the flu we didn’t do anything fun.”
“You’re like the glue that holds us together,” added Tommy.
“Oh, great,” I said. “Benjamin Belinski, Human Glue Gun.”
But their comments got me thinking. Lying in bed that night, I came up with a plan so exciting that it took me two hours to fall asleep.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
In the morning, I couldn’t wait to tell my teacher.
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On the night of the big event, I felt so nervous that I had to force myself to eat dinner.
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【答案】In the morning, I couldn’t wait to tell my teacher. I zoom past my friends huddled together on the playground and run into the classroom. “That’s a marvelous idea, Benjamin,” she says.“Resourceful, original, and true to who you are.” I felt thrilled at my teacher's words. In the next few weeks, I write a zillion lists, make sure every item gets checked off, and ask a lot of people to do jobs. Kate agrees to make twelve origami centerpieces. I ask a variety store to donate lanterns. I get the principal's permission to cover the school's tables with blue and yellow paper.
On the night of the big event, I felt so nervous that I had to force myself to eat dinner. “The gym looks magical,” my teacher says. “This place has been completely transformed, ” I hear one visitor whisper. When the show begins, each person with an act knows his or her place in the lineup. Tommy wows us with his drumming. The singers stay in tune throughout their songs. The gymnast astonishes us with handsprings and back walkovers.
【解析】
【分析】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了才艺之夜即将到来，但是Benjamin觉得自己没有什么才艺，朋友们给他一些建议，这引起了他的思考，想出了一个令人兴奋的计划。
【详解】1.段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“早上，我迫不及待地想告诉我的老师。”可知，第一段可描写Benjamin的想法，老师的评价及具体实施方法。
②由第二段首句内容“在那次大型活动的晚上，我感到非常紧张，我不得不强迫自己吃晚饭。”可知，第二段可描写Benjamin的想法对才艺秀的影响。
2.续写线索：冲进教室——实施——人们评价——影响
3.词汇激活
行为类
①冲进：run into/rush into
②写清单：write lists/make lists
③改变：transform/change
情绪类
①兴奋的：thrilled/excited
【点睛】[高分句型1]In the next few weeks, I write a zillion lists, make sure every item gets checked off, and ask a lot of people to do jobs.（由连接词that引导的宾语从句，省略了引导词that）
[高分句型2]When the show begins, each person with an act knows his or her place in the lineup.（由连接词when引导的时间状语从句）绝密★启用前
2023-2024学年湖北省部分县市区省级示范高中温德克英协作体高二第一学期期末综合性调研考试
英语试题
注意事项:
1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡对应题目的答案标号涂黑；如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在试卷上无效。
3.考试结束后，本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第I卷（选择题）
一、听力选择题：本大题共23小题，共23分。
1. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. A travel experience. B. A capital city. C. A trip plan.
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What does the man ask the woman to do
A. Visit his class in the afternoon.
B. Change her visiting time.
C. Take exams.
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What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Classmates. B. Teacher and student. C. Brother and sister.
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What does the woman mean
A. Kids are often troublesome. B. The job is annoying. C. She likes her job.
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When will the man’s flight take off
A. At 11 a.m. B. At 11: 20 a.m. C. At 1 p.m.
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. Why is the woman trying to find a library
A. To study there.
B. To borrow books.
C. To find some information.
7. How long is the National Library open on weekends
A. 11 hours. B. 12 hours. C. 14 hours.
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. Which society's president is Lisa
A. The International Society.
B. The Ballet Society.
C. The French Society.
9. What club attracts the man
A. The Music Club. B. The Chess Club. C. The Nature Club.
10. What does the man say about playing chess
A. Uninteresting. B. Enjoyable. C. Difficult.
11. What does the man advise the woman to do
A. Study in the library. B. Take the French course. C. Join the Debate Club.
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】
12. Why did the man come back late
A. He went to a pub with Linda.
B. He hurt his hands and knees.
C. He waited a long time for the bus.
13. What happened to Linda
A. She was fined.
B. She got injured.
C. She had an accident.
14. Where was the witness
A. Outside the pub. B. At a bus stop. C. In his car.
15. What was the old lady doing in the middle of the road
A. Looking for something.
B. Struggling to stand up.
C. Trying to seek help.
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】
16 What is the relationship between Alexander and the woman
A. Workmates.
B. Host and guest.
C. Cook and customer.
17. What extra dish will be added
A. Fish. B. Beef. C. Chicken.
18. What happened in the woman’s department last year
A. It faced a risk of being shut down.
B. It introduced a new system.
C. It fired a sales manager.
19. What does the man think of Alexander
A. Critical. B. Dissatisfying. C. Excellent.
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】
20. What is the talk mainly about
A. What to do to protect animals.
B. Whether to keep animals in zoos.
C. How to improve zoos’ environment.
21. What do scientists of Group A suggest
A. Allowing wild animals to be killed.
B. Protecting animals in a well-founded area.
C. Teaching people more about wild animals.
22. What do scientists of Group B say about modern zoos
A. They do harm to animals.
B. They are poorly founded.
C. They can give animals protection.
23. What is the speaker
A. A scientist. B. A teacher. C. A zookeeper.
二、阅读理解：本大题共15小题，共30分。
A
Four Amazing summer Camps in Bangkok
With the school year wrapping up, students will be at home for their long summer holidays. It’s that time of the year again for parents to seek the best summer camps in Bangkok to ensure their little ones do not get bored and restless. Here are four Bangkok summer camps with excellent reputations, some of which have been around for more than 100 years.
Bangkok Science Camp
Time: July 15-25, 2023
The Bangkok Science Camp is designed for high school students who have a passion for science and technology. During the camp, students will participate in hands-on workshops, listen to lectures, and conduct experiments. Topics covered include physics, chemistry, biology, and engineering. Students will have the opportunity to work with experienced scientists and learn about cutting-edge research.
Bangkok Cultural Exchange Camp
Time: August 1-10, 2023
The Bangkok Cultural Exchange Camp is an opportunity for high school students to learn about Thai culture and history. During the camp, students will visit historic sites, participate in cultural activities, and learn about Thai traditions. Students will also have the opportunity to meet and interact with local students and learn about their daily lives.
Bangkok Volunteer Camp
Time: August 5-15, 2023
The Bangkok Volunteer Camp is an opportunity for high school students to make a positive impact on the local community. During the camp, students will participate in community service projects, such as teaching English to underprivileged children, helping with conservation efforts, and working with local charities.
Bangkok Entrepreneurship Camp
Time: August 5-15, 2023
The Bangkok Entrepreneurship Camp is designed for high school students who are interested in entrepreneurship and innovation. During the camp, students will learn about business concepts, develop their entrepreneurial skills, and work on a group project. Students will also have the opportunity to meet and learn from successful entrepreneurs in Bangkok.
Visit www./2023 for more information.
24. Which one can be a good candidate for Bangkok Science Camp
A. An elementary school student who loves science.
B. A 12th grader who loves chemistry experiments.
C. A parent who has a passion for science.
D. A historian who likes to study Thailand.
25. If you want to have a beneficial influence on helping others, which camp do you need to attend
A. Bangkok Science Camp. B. Bangkok Cultural Exchange Camp.
C. Bangkok Volunteer Camp. D. Bangkok Entrepreneurship Camp.
26. What do these four summer camps have in common
A. Their target group is students.
B. They all charge very expensive fees.
C. They all only accept people who can speak Thai.
D. They all run their activities in August.
B
In the near future, instead of going to your wardrobe (衣柜) to choose something to throw on for your next video call, you might turn to your virtual wardrobe to pick out a 3D digital dress to wear. At least, that's what a number of people in the fashion and tech space are relying on as more businesses look to the promise of digital fashion. Moreover, those virtual clothes won't just be for your video calls, but could eventually be worn all over the virtual world, and eventually, perhaps, viewed on your body in the real world through the Augmented Reality (AR) glasses.
“There are more and more second worlds' where you can express yourself. But there is probably an underestimation of the value being attached to individuals who want to express themselves in a virtual world with a virtual product, through a virtual image,”a marketing officer Robert said. As the field develops, there are two ways of using digital clothes—wearing them yourself through AR and providing digital clothes for your virtual body.
But why should we replace our physical clothes Supporters say there's unlimited creative expression through digital clothes, which now look increasingly more elegant thanks to developments in 3D and AR technology. “Clothing represents an expression of a personality. It always exists in the physical world, and it will exist in the virtual world,” said Simon Whitehouse, a designer.
He explained, “From the brand side, it's incredibly profitable to sell clothes without producing physical clothes. It's reinventing an entire supply chain. There's no water usage, there's very limited CO2 emission. There are no samples being sent out or returned. There are no show rooms, and there's no physical prototype (实物模型).”
27. What can you probably do in the near future according to paragraph 1
A. Open a virtual fashion clothing store.
B. Design 3D digital clothes for yourself.
C. Buy a bigger wardrobe for your bedroom.
D. Wear virtual clothes made by digital technology.
28. What can we infer from Simon's words in paragraph 3
A. AR technology will bring a challenge to people.
B. One's character will be seen in the virtual world.
C. Digital clothes will be more convenient for people.
D. One's expression only can be seen in the physical world.
29. What is Simon's attitude to digital clothing
A. Approving. B. Doubtful.
C. Unclear. D. Grateful.
30. What is the text mainly about
A. The increase in AR glasses. B. The digital fashion in the future.
C. The virtual body in digital clothes. D. AR glasses made by new technology.
C
Art is everywhere. Any public space has been carefully designed by an artistic mind to be both functional and beautiful. Why, then, is art still so widely considered to be "the easy subject" at school, insignificant to wider society, a waste of time and effort
Art can connect culture with commercial products in a way that not many other things can; art generates money and holds significant emotional and cultural value within communities. When people attend a concert, they are paying for music, sure, maybe even hotel rooms, meals, and transport, but they also gain an incredible experience, a unique atmosphere and a memory that will go through the rest of their lives. People don't just want material things anymore, they want to experience life---the arts are a perfect cross over between culture and commerce.
Furthermore the arts can bring communities together, reducing loneliness and making people feel safer. Social bonds are created among individuals when they share their arts experiences through reflection and discussion, and their expression of common values through artworks in honour of events significant to a nation's experience.
The arts clearly have a pretty positive impact on physical and psychological health. It is found that people who frequent cultural places or participate in artistic events are more likely to gain good health compared to those who do not; more engagement with the arts is linked to a higher level of people’s wellbeing. The Royal Society of Public Health discovered that music and art, when used in hospitals, help to improve the conditions of patients by reducing stress, anxiety and blood pressure.
Children who are involved with the arts make greater achievements in their education: those engaged with drama have greater literary ability while others taking part in musical practice exhibit greater skills in math and languages. Kids with preference for the arts have a greater chance of finding employment in the future. Participating in the arts is essential for child development; encouraging children to express themselves in constructive ways could help to form healthy emotional responses in later life.
Vital to human life, art is celebrated and used by nations across the world for various purposes. Life without art would be boring and dead still, for art is a part of what makes us human.
31. Art products differ from most other commercial products because_____ .
A. most people purchase them for collection
B. they are more expensive and less accessible
C. they have both commercial and cultural values
D. their prices may climb up as time passes
32. What can we learn about people who are involved in artistic activities
A. They enjoy better living conditions.
B. They like to compare themselves with others.
C. They are particularly good at both music and art.
D. They tend to be healthier physically and mentally.
33. How does kids' engagement with the arts benefit them
A. It promotes their academic performance and emotional growth.
B. It gives them more confidence in exhibiting their learning skills.
C. It inspires their creativity in designing their future career.
D. It helps to make responsible people out of them.
34. What is the best title for this passage
A. How Art Cures Our Hearts
B. Art: A Blessing to Humankind
C. How Art Benefits Communities
D. Art: A Bridge Between Cultures
D
Given that stress can adversely affect human health and well-being, including causing high blood pressure and increasing the risk of heart disease, it is essential to understand our individual responses to stress and identify potential factors that can act as effective stress buffers (缓冲).
In the paper, which was recently published in the Journal of Psychophysiology, Brian Leavy, Brenda H. O’Connell, and Deirdre O’Shea propose that, although the previous research suggests that gratitude and affect balance play key stress-buffering roles, to date, little has been known about the impact of these variables on cardiovascular (心血管的) recovery from acute (急性的) psychological stress.
That was the focus of the study by the researchers from the Universities of Maynooth and Limerick in Ireland, who also sought to find out whether affect balance could regulate the relationship between gratitude and cardiovascular reactions to acute psychological stress.
The research carried out at the Irish University of Maynooth involved 68 undergraduate students (24 male and 44 female), aged between 18 and 27. This study used a within-subjects experimental design with lab tasks in which stress was put on participants and then cardiovascular reactivity and recovery in response to this was measured.
The results showed that the state of gratitude predicted lower blood pressure responses throughout the stress-testing period, which means that the state of gratitude has a unique stress-buffering effect on both reactions to and recovery from acute psychological stress. It was also found that affect balance increases the effects of gratitude.
These findings have practical value as there are several low-cost gratitude methods which can contribute to well-being, including keeping a gratitude journal and practising acts of kindness. Previous research has shown how patients who make use of gratitude journals have better cardiovascular outcomes than those who do not. Another tool to help individuals express gratitude is a gratitude card, which is one of the suggestions from Mental Health America (MHA).
35. What does the underlined word “adversely” in paragraph 1 mean
A. Unfavorably. B. Creatively. C. Barely. D. Fortunately.
36. What is paragraph 2 mainly about
A. A new concept. B. Result comparisons.
C. The problems of an expert’s research. D. The focus of the study.
37. Which is a finding of the research
A. The effects of gratitude are often age-related.
B. Gratitude contributes to lower blood pressure.
C. Affect balance reduces the effects of gratitude.
D. Acute psychological stress is difficult to relieve.
38. What can we learn from the text
A. The results of the study are not reliable.
B. The methods of gratitude come at a high cost.
C. MHA’s advice is confirmed effective by the research.
D. The researchers have proposed new ways to express gratitude.
三、阅读七选五：本大题共5小题，共10分。
How Disney grew its $3 billion Mickey Mouse business — by selling to adults
In March 2019, Gucci began selling a $4,500 purse in the shape of Mickey Mouse’s head. Between the creature’s round black ears is a small handle embossed (凸印) with the word “Gucci.” On the brand’s website, a male model stares seriously into the camera without the slightest trace of irony (讽刺) that he is, in fact, carrying around the head of a children’s cartoon character.
It’s perhaps the most luxurious Mickey Mouse products designed for adults. ___39___ Maybelline created makeup sets with packaging covered in Mickey’s face. Uniqlo made dozens of graphic T-shirts with Mickey in various poses. So as not to miss out on the action, Apple launched $300 Beats headphones that paid homage to (向……致敬) the Mouse.
According to The Wall Street Journal, Mickey Mouse and his friends sold $3 billion in merchandise (周边商品) in 2018, a figure that includes both adult and children’s products.
This brings up the question: Why would adults wear items decorated with the face of a smiling rodent in the first place What accounts for the enduring appeal of this anthropomorphized (拟人化的) mouse, while other Disney characters, such as Anna from Frozen, hardly ever appear in adult products
Mickey Mouse was big business almost as soon as he made his debut (首次亮相) in Walt Disney’s animated short Steamboat Willie (《汽船威利号》) in 1928. Within five years, Mickey was earning $1 million a year in merchandise sales. These products were largely targeted at children, including stuffed toys, trains, and nursery (托儿所) wallpaper.
Everything changed in the years after World War II. ___40___ For one thing, Mickey was nearly twenty years old, which meant that the first audience, who enjoyed the cartoons as children, were now in their thirties. Disney was willing to transform Mickey into a symbol of innocence in the postwar years, when people were desperate for something hopeful to cling to.
All the marketing worked. In 1947, products featuring Disney characters brought in $100 million in revenue (收益) in merchandise. In addition to kids’ products, many of the items sold were for adults, such as radios and phonographs (留声机).
____41____ He made Mickey’s face and body rounder, and eyes larger, like those of a baby. Scientists have shown that adults are more drawn to childlike faces. That look is more likely to subconsciously (潜意识地) produce a greater level of attachment in the viewer.
____42____ For instance, the company has done everything in its power to ensure that they do not use images of Mickey drinking and smoking.
By and large, though, the symbolism Mickey represents is the one Disney has put forth: that of innocence and positivity. ____43____ In World War II, people used Mickey to help cope with the horrors before them. This might also help explain why Mickey Mouse has been popular over the past few years when many people are experiencing political instability.
A. Over the decades, Disney is always sensitive about how brands portray Mickey when it licenses his face.
B. Why was this effective at getting adults’ attention
C. This is perhaps why adults seem drawn to him during times of trouble.
D. At that point, demand for products bearing Mickey’s face among adults decreased.
E. But it’s just one of many that has flooded the market.
F. Disney kept developing the character to make him more and more universally appealing.
G. Disney’s goal was clearly to make the character universally known and loved.
四、完形填空：本大题共15小题，共22.5分。
When I was a kid I didn’t like to read. I didn’t get a lot of readers ___44___. When I was in 3rd grade I used to get in ___45___ that I didn’t read and I didn’t have enough points. When I was in 4th grade I wasn’t in the gate class for the first week and then after the first week friends moved me up and ___46___ me because they knew I was smart.
The first school term I didn’t ___47___ at all because I didn’t find a book that I was ___48___ in, but then during winter break I ___49___ a book called The Series of Unfortunate Events. After a few pages I was ___50___ to that book. I was reading and reading it because it was suspenseful (充满悬念的). After winter break I took the ___51___. I got 9 out of 10. My friends were so ___52___ with me because I was ____53____ getting points and within one term I read the whole series. I was on a ____54____ with one of my friends named Kelly to see ____55____ could finish the series faster. But it was a tie ____56____ we finished it on the same day within one term. Then I started to read the Percy Jackson series and I also ____57____ that series.
Till this day my 4th grade teacher always ____58____ how I didn’t like reading to I was reading all the time With determination you can do anything as long as you like what you are doing.
44. A. points B. issues C. rules D. exams
45. A. fear B. disorder C. trouble D. danger
46. A. recorded B. predicted C. advertised D. encouraged
47. A. write B. read C. appear D. study
48. A. absorbed B. experienced C. interested D. successful
49. A. put aside B. worked out C. gave away D. picked up
50. A. attracted B. devoted C. used D. close
51. A. message B. test C. battle D. report
52. A. grateful B. happy C. pitiful D. nervous
53. A. seldom B. instantly C. actually D. occasionally
54. A. stage B. race C. lesson D. place
55. A. what B. how C. who D. when
56. A. because B. while C. so D. and
57. A. accepted B. defined C. understood D. loved
58. A. gives in B. carries out C. stands for D. refers to
第II卷（非选择题）
五、阅读填空：本大题共1小题，共10分。
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
International Workers’ Day,also___59___ (know) as May Day, is celebrated on the first day in May. More than eighty countries___60___(celebrate) this festival since 1889. People may know that International Workers’ Day is about having a rest on that day,most of ___61___don’t know the story behind it.
In the late 18th century,in order to make more money, the cruel capitalists forced___62___ (employ) to work all day,but only paid low salaries. Due to the unfair payment,the workers knew that they had to stand up for their rights,or all of them would die young. Then the workers started to go on strike, and demanded that the ___63___(reason) working hours should be 8 hours a day.___64___ ,the capitalists did not pay attention to the workers’ demands. The workers had to fight for rights for___65___ (they). On May 1st,1886,the United States’ and Canada’s trade unions ___66___(get) together to start the biggest strike. After that day, the law passed the rules that the workers’ working hours would be 8 hours per day. International Workers’ Day aims to remember the spirit of bravery and show our respect___67___ the former workers. Because they have made a great ____68____ (contribute) to today’s happiness.
六、书面表达：本大题共2小题，共50分。
69. 假如你是李华，你的英国笔友Chris听说中国的太极拳申遗成功了，他对这项独特的中国功夫很感兴趣，请给他回一封电子邮件，为他介绍一下太极拳的相关信息。内容包括：
(1)太极拳的特点（动作、呼吸等）；
(2)练习太极拳的好处；
(3)太极拳广受欢迎。
注意：
(1)词数80左右；
(2)可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
参考词汇：
太极拳Tai Chi Chuan
冥想meditation
联合国教科文组织非物质文化遗产名录the UNESCO List of Intangible Cultural Heritage
Dear Chris,
Glad to hear from you!
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Looking forward to your reply!
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节
70. 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。
I had a problem. Talent Night was coming up, but I had no talents.
Kate can make anything using origami (折纸). Tommy creates breath-taking beats on overturned plastic buckets. Olivia trains her petty dog to do tricks. And those are just my friends. My grade also boasts four dancers, a gymnast, two bakers, a yoga expert, six singers, and five artists, among others.
Every day my teacher asked if I’d decided what to do. And every day I reminded her that I had no talents.
“Nonsense, Benjamin,” she said. “You’ll think of something.”
“I’ll just have to be sick the day of the show,” I announced to my friends one afternoon. “If you get a cold, be sure to cough on me.”
“You must have a talent,” said Kate. “Let’s make a list. What are you good at ”
“Eating” I answered. “Watching TV.”
Kate rolled her eyes. “Benjamin, be serious.”
“Tormenting (捉弄) my little brother.”
“Are you kidding me ” Kate looked at our friends. “Come on, guys. What are Benjamin’s talents ”
“He’s good with dogs,” said Olivia. “My dog adores him.”
“Oh, great,” I said. “I can sit on the stage while he licks my face. Benjamin Belinski, Human Dog Toy.”
“Benjamin’s funny and humorous,” said Tommy. He turned to me. “You could do a comedy routine.”
“Yeah. Every joke could be about how I have no talents,” I said.
“Benjamin,” said Kate, “maybe you don’t know how to juggle (变戏法), but your birthday parties are the best.”
“Yeah,” agreed Olivia, “and you always get us together to do stuff. Like having game nights or riding bikes after school—or when we held that yard sale. The week you had the flu we didn’t do anything fun.”
“You’re like the glue that holds us together,” added Tommy.
“Oh, great,” I said. “Benjamin Belinski, Human Glue Gun.”
But their comments got me thinking. Lying in bed that night, I came up with a plan so exciting that it took me two hours to fall asleep.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡相应位置作答。
In the morning, I couldn’t wait to tell my teacher.
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On the night of the big event, I felt so nervous that I had to force myself to eat dinner.
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