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绝密★启用前
2023学年第一学期浙南名校联盟第一次联考
英 语
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,用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动,用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时,将答案写在答题卡上,写在本试题卷上无效。
3.考试结束后,将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分听力(共两节,满分30分)
做题时,先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后,你将有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。
例: How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是 C。
1. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
What is the restaurant’s specialty
A. American food. B. Italian food. C. Thai food.
2. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
Why is the man here
A. To have an interview. B. To make an inquiry. C. To visit the woman.
3. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
What is the woman most excited about
A. Seeing sharks. B. Going to the beach. C. Staying with her relatives.
4. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
Where are the speakers
A. At a bus stop. B. In a car. C. On a bus.
5. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
What are the speakers talking about
A. Why the electricity bill went up.
B. Where they can pay the electricity bill.
C. How they can reduce the electricity usage.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,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 is the woman doing
A. Reserving a room. B. Checking into a hotel. C. Packing her luggage.
7. What will the woman do next
A. Walk in a park. B. Have dinner. C. Go to a bank.
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 the relationship between the speakers
A. Colleagues. B. Interviewer and interviewee. C. Manager and technician.
9. How many candidates are there for the position
A. Two. B. Four. C. Six.
10. What does the woman ask
A. What the job requirements are.
B. Where the interview will be held.
C. Whether the equipment is ready.
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 does Martin find the atmosphere of the art studio
A. Friendly. B. Inspiring. C. Stressful.
12. What does Sarah need to do
A. Meet new people. B. Develop new skills. C. Fin d a way to relax.
13. Who teaches the beginners’ class
A. Ms. Thompson. B. Ms. Brown. C. Ms. Johnson.
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. What is the woman worried about
A The popularity of the topic.
B. The limited time for the presentation.
C. The amount of information to prepare.
15. What is the first main point of the presentation
A. Ways of helping bees.
B. The importance of bees.
C. Problems affecting bees today.
16. What is Mr. Lee
A. A teacher. B. An assistant. C. A reporter.
17. What’s advised to be added to the presentation by the man
A. Diagrams. B. Statistics. C. Photos.
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. Which department is recently established
A. History. B. Business. C. Economics.
19. How will the program help with the course fees
A. It offers students loans. B. Students can get discounts. C. The experts offer the funds.
20. What is the purpose of the talk
A. To do a promotion of a program.
B. To explain how to register for the course.
C. To emphasize the importance of education.
第二部分阅读理解(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳答案。
A
The UK is home to 26 world-ranked universities of the top 200 globally. At the heart of each university is the library, a space for students to access resources, absorb knowledge and gather thoughts. Here are some of our must-visit libraries across the UK.
The British Library, London
Located in London, the British Library is home to over 170 million items. The collections offer a glimpse into literary heritage over the ages, from books to maps to manuscripts. Visitors can browse treasures including Leonardo da Vinci’s notebook. Students with a reading pass are known to spend hours at a time in the reading rooms.
Bodleian Old Library, Oxford
Dating back to 1488, the Bodleian Old Library has three notable reading rooms. It is celebrated for its late Gothic architecture. You may recognize the elaborately carved ceiling from scenes in Harry Potter. Students at the university automatically get access to the library.
John Rylands Library, Manchester
Opened in 1900, this library is part of the University of Manchester, one of the top five universities in the UK. This library offers limitless research potential for students. Whether you want to make use of the rich collections available, or simply explore the site, this library should be on everyone’s must-see list.
The Mitchell Library, Glasgow
The Mitchell Library is one of Glasgow’s most famous landmarks. On the top of the copper dome (圆屋顶) is a bronze statue of the Roman goddess, Minerva. Visitors can climb the dome for the city’s most distinctive rooftop views.
21. Which library requires a reading pass to enter the reading room
A. The British Library. B. The Mitchell Library.
C. John Rylands Library. D. Bodleian Old Library.
22. At the Mitchell Library, tourists can .
A. join research groups
B. admire Gothic architecture
C. enjoy Glasgow’s rooftop views
D. refer to Leonardo da Vinci’s notebook
23. In which column of a newspaper can the passage be found
A. Culture. B. Fashion. C. Science. D. Entertainment.
B
Cathy Brennan calmly paddled her bright yellow kayak (皮艇) down the Potomac River, continuing her voyage, the latest of her solo trips on major waterways. It was tough, but it allowed Brennan to let go of everything else, empty her brain of the everyday chores and focus on the now. “I’m in the moment, looking at the waves.” said Brennan.
The journey is a minimalist style: sleeping bag, small tent, rain jacket, change of clothes, first aid kit, apples and cheese sticks. When she’s thirsty, she scoops water from the rivers and pumps it through a filter. “I always drink the river,” she says. Brennan loves being on the rivers, seeing the bald eagles above, deer on the banks and a fascinating array of bugs and insects that never find their way into homes.
However, every few days Brennan will find a hotel for the night where she can get a shower and eat a cheeseburger. She’ll also check in with her husband John, who has helped her select the river and research the trips at their home. “He’s my virtual Sherpa with benefits,” Brennan says, laughing. She has a phone with her but rarely calls or texts anyone. Her children usually keep track of her via the transponder that sends them her location every 10minutes or so.
Brennan knows that solo kayaking is not for everyone and she’s not reckless. Brennan grew up on a lake and was a strong swimmer and boater from an early age. When going through rough rapids, she watches the weather carefully. She is cautious about where she camps and who is around her. She has packed up her gear and headed back out on the river when she has felt unsafe.
Surely, she is alone on these journeys but she isn’t lonely. She suggested that we all need some disconnection from the wired world to find the wider world around us.
24. What can be learned about Cathy Brennan from paragraph 1
A. She longs for calmness. B. She seeks inner peace.
C. She is fond of travelling. D. She is tired of everyday housework.
25. Why does Brennan regard her husband as “virtual Sherpa with benefits”
A. Because he keeps track of her. B. Because he arranges the route for her.
C. Because he accompanies her on the river. D. Because he contacts her with calls and texts.
26. What does the underlined word “reckless” in paragraph 4 mean
A. Cautious. B. Fearless. C. Ambitious. D. Thoughtless.
27. How is Brennan’s kayak trip according to the passage
A. Odd and instructive. B. Romantic and thrilling
C. Costly and relaxing D. Tough and rewarding.
C
In the US only about 3% of early childhood teachers are male. Experts say this may have a great influence on young children whose understanding of gender roles and identity is rapidly forming. Research has found that getting access to different teachers is of benefit to children. This means the youngest learners are more likely to be exposed to a wide variety of games and communication. It can also help them develop healthy ideas about gender.
“In our society and world we tend to have very specific stereotypes (刻板印象) of gender roles,” said Mindi Reich-Shapiro, an assistant professor in the Borough of Manhattan Community College, and one of the authors of a recent study. “It’s necessary for the kids to see other possibilities and paths they can choose.”
Although they largely felt supported by colleagues and families, many male teachers surveyed stated that in their career as early education teachers, they did face social and cultural resistance. Some even noted that the parents were surprised or concerned when they found a male teacher with their kids. Moreover, the male teachers were sometimes advised not to hug children.
Reich-Shapiro and other researchers have made some suggestions to increase the number of male early education teachers. Low wages have long been considered as a major problem in this field. More than 70% of male teachers said they intended to stay in the early education workforce, and pointed out that the major motivator for their commitment to their long-term career was an increased salary. Thus, the report recommended that all preschool educators be paid as much as the primary school teachers. The government should establish support groups and provide guidance and professional advice for male early education educators.
Reich-Shapiro said that traditional recruitment methods for early childhood teachers could not handle the gender gap in the field. He suggests providing young individuals with opportunities to stay and work with children either through training or voluntary programs, targeting groups of men who are considering changing their jobs, such as fathers and fathers-to-be.
28. How is the early childhood education in the US
A It neglects gender roles. B. It lacks male teachers.
C It influences kids’ understanding. D. It exposes kids to adventures.
29. What is learned about the male teachers in the study
A. They find it awkward to hug children. B. They fail to meet the parents’ expectations.
C. They can’t keep up with female colleagues. D. They feel distrusted socially and culturally.
30. What is important for men to be committed to early childhood education
A. Higher pay. B. Job security. C. Social recognition. D. Better workplace.
31. What can be the best title for the passage
A. Early education: a specific target B. Early education: a challenging field
C. Male preschool teachers: a vital necessity D. Male preschool teachers: a potential career
D
According to a study published this week, habitual napping (打盹) appears to be associated with a large brain volume in adults although experts stressed that further research was needed. It reduces the cost caused from the lost time and the fatigue-related errors. The work followed previous studies that suggested a brief doze could improve people’s ability to learn.
Arianna Huffington, a co-founder of Huff Post and the founder and chief executive of Thrive Global, said, “Given the latest science on the effectiveness of napping and the clear link between employees feeling well rested and their productivity, it’s long past time that businesses embrace short naps at work.”
Some businesses, including Thrive Global, have already introduced facilities for employees to take naps. Google introduced sleep pods as far back as 2014 and companies like Nike and Ben & Jerry’s introduced nap rooms. The practice has even been adopted by the NHS, with a growing number of hospitals introducing sleep pods for staff in an effort to help them get more rest. Employees, it seems, are enthusiastic. Sean Greenwood, of Ben & Jerry’s, said, “If a quick nap gets employees more involved and creative, we’re happy to provide that for our team members.”
Unfortunately, the practice of napping still suffers from our collective concept that sleep equals weakness and laziness. However, the performance-enhancing benefits of naps have been no secret to many leaders throughout history. It also gives the higher-ups the chance to acknowledge the 24/7 culture and come up with top-down solutions that encourage workers to take care of themselves in and out of work.
While sleep experts stressed that a daytime doze could be beneficial, they said it was crucial to get enough shut-eye at the end of a day. It is the late stage of sleep, sometimes missed by early risers, that strengthens the nerve circuits that make for learning and memory, allowing the brain to make and consolidate new neutral connections. Additionally, prioritizing sufficient sleep during the regular nightly sleep period is essential for overall well-being.
32 What is paragraph 1 mainly about
A. Work stress. B. Learning abilities.
C. A research finding. D. The brain volume.
33. What is Arianna Huffington’s attitude toward napping
A. Dismissive. B. Approving.
C. Unclear. D. Critical.
34. Why are so many companies mentioned in the passage
A. To advocate enough rest. B. To praise creative employees.
C. To compare the differences. D. To present the current situation.
35. What will possibly be discussed in the paragraph that follows
A. The approaches to shut-eye. B. The importance of napping.
C. The secrets to well-being. D. The benefits of memory.
第二节(共5小题;每小题2分,满分12.5分)
根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Nowadays, for many people, buying a house or flat is just too expensive. However, the total amount of rent paid by tenants in Britain in 2017 rose to more than 50 billion-more than double the level of ten years prior. Consequently, a lot choose to share the flat.____36____
The pros People rent a room and share the kitchen, living room and bathroom to save money.____37____You may not even need to ask; just leave an IOU. Additionally, there’s the fact that you gain access to their social networks. Living with people means meeting their friends, who may then become your friends.____38____Due to the nature of communal living, you’re not just dealing with your own life events. Most likely, there will always be a shoulder to cry on when you need one. But don’t forget to pay back when they need it.
Now the cons.____39____In most cases, the kitchen, for example, will be divided up into designated shelves and areas. Worse, many people may not respect these boundaries. You might well come home to find someone steal your milk or shower gel, and no one owns up to it. Furthermore, there are the unexpected guests. If a flatmate forgets to keep you informed of a party they’re throwing and it can be challenging for you to have a quiet night.
____40____Some people prefer their own space while other s thrive in a social environment. Regardless, for many who lack the means to buy their own property, a flat-sharing is, and will continue to be, a necessity.
A. Lastly, there’s the emotional support.
B. Those flat-sharing can share the secrets.
C. To start with, do you lack private space
D. There’s limited storage space, for a start.
E. Whether the pros outweigh the cons depends.
F. Then what are the pros and cons of flat-sharing
G. Also, living with others means that you can pool your resources.
第三部分语言知识运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
In 2015 my husband and I spent some days traveling in Sahara Desert. I was super ___41___ to ride a camel for the first time and spent a night in a tent in the desert.
___42___, the ride started with me hanging upside down from the saddle (鞍) with one ___43___ in the air. Bob, my camel, had decided to stand up ___44___ I could settle in. I held onto the saddle ___45___ as the guide pushed me up onto the camel’s back. Bob___46___a sound of disapproval and we rode off. I thought it would be bumpy (颠簸的); but it was a very ___47___ journey all the way ___48___ the fact that the camel in front was having a bad case of gas.
After dinner, we returned to the tent for sleep. Even in several thick blankets, I was ___49___ from head to toe while my husband fell asleep straight away. Thankfully, I drifted into dreamland gradually, only to be ___50___ by an unusual noise, followed by a(n)___51___ smell. I tried to go back to sleep, but another unpleasant smell and more ___52___, which went on for hours.
After what felt like a ___53___ night, it was time to rise to watch the sunrise. I dragged my sleepy body out. There, ___54___ just outside was Bob, who made direct eye contact with me and I promised I ___55___ a broad grin on his face.
41.
A. alarmed B. optimistic C. rigid D. excited
42.
A. Therefore B. Nevertheless C. Indeed D. Otherwise
43.
A. hand B. foot C. head D. shoulder
44.
A. before B. until C. though D. unless
45.
A. desperately B. carefully C. frequently D. loosely
46.
A. picked up B. turned down C. let out D. awoke to
47.
A. vital B. horrible C. personal D. pleasant
48.
A. on account of B. rather than C. save for D. in terms of
49.
A. swinging B. circling C. shaking D. aching
50.
A. replaced B. attracted C. disturbed D. rewarded
51.
A. appetizing B. awful C. damp D. smoky
52.
A. chewing B. laughter C. chatting D. barks
53.
A. restful B. lonely C. mysterious D. rough
54.
A. stationed B. examined C. targeted D. absorbed
55.
A. modeled B. spotted C. expected D. forced
第二节(共10小题:每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Delicate strokes(笔画), carved onto wood, with ultimate precision. This is woodblock printing, ____56____ ancient printing technique that has promoted human civilization.
Certain people are believed____57____ (bring) Buddhism into China during the Tang Dynasty (618-907),when there was a strong need to produce a large number of Buddhist scriptures(经文)，and copying by hand could not meet the ____58____ (rise) demand. Ancient Chinese craftsmen thus came up with a novel way to create printed works massively. Hence came the____59____ (origin) version of woodblock printing.
Traditional woodblock printing can be divided into four major steps: writing, engraving, printing, and binding. With each step then sub-divided into several procedures, ____60____ takes roughly 30 steps to produce a woodblock print. Characters and images____61____ (carve) to produce raised areas or lines, which calls for skilled hands.
The Buddhist scripture Diamond Sutra, the “earliest dated printed book”, can only be seen in the British Library, ____62____ a lot of Chinese treasures are stored. It is just one example of ancient works of art that not only tells the____63____ (wise) of our ancestors, but also is a witness____64____ the pursuit of beauty by Chinese craftsmen throughout centuries.
The invention of writing gave life to great thoughts,____65____ it was the invention of printing that made knowledge a shareable fruit for all humankind.
第四部分写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
66. 针对目前学生们不重视英语口语学习的现象，你校英文报正在举行征文活动。请你写一篇文章投稿，内容包括：
1. 描述现状；
2. 论述观点；
3. 表达祝愿。
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。
Reviving Oral English with Students
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第二节(满分25分)
67. 阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。
When I was in middle school, my family moved to Seattle, where my parents started their new business — a small grocery store downstairs my house. As a girl of shy and reserved nature, I had to take a fresh start to fit into the sophisticated city life.
One sunny day, my school announced an exciting event, a talent show for the local food bank. Students were encouraged to showcase their unique talents in front of the public in the city hall on National Day. A buzz of excitement fed the school as everyone began preparing for the big day. Deep down, I felt a spark of curiosity and a desire to participate. However, my self-doubt held me back, “I don’t have any special skills to share.”
Days turned into weeks, and the talent show drew closer. I couldn’t shake the upsetting feeling until one day, Emma, one of the most popular girls in my class, came to me while I was helping in the grocery store after class. “How about singing together in the talent show ” She grinned, “I heard you singing a tune, along the way back home. I can’t help following you here.” Gosh, I couldn’t believe my ears. Emma, with personality and popularity, acknowledged my little talent. Since Emma had the world’s prettiest voice, I felt like being favoured by fortune.
“You two The talent show for the food bank ” My mum bent towards us and her face lit up. “A big occasion.” Then a light bulb seemed to go in her head. “Why not practise right now upstairs I bet you’ll be a perfect match.” Winking at us, she seemed to know we were thinking alike.
Emma and I embarked on rehearsing almost every single day after school. We brainstormed, exchanged ideas and rehearsed the scene. As the days rolled by, I was feeling pretty good about our act. But the day before the performance, Emma called that she had an acute stomachache and was not in any shape to perform.
注意：
1.所续写短文的词数应为150左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1:
I was completely knocked out by the news.
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Paragraph 2:
Finally came the big moment.
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2023学年第一学期浙南名校联盟第一次联考
英 语
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,用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动,用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时,将答案写在答题卡上,写在本试题卷上无效。
3.考试结束后,将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分听力(共两节,满分30分)
做题时,先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后,你将有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。
例: How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是 C。
1. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
What is the restaurant’s specialty
A. American food. B. Italian food. C. Thai food.
【答案】B
【解析】
【原文】M: There’s a new restaurant downtown, called The Sweet Life.
W: Oh, I hadn’t heard of it. What do they sell
M: They’ve got a bit of everything but they specialize in Italian food.
W: Oh, I prefer American food and Thai food, to be honest.
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Why is the man here
A. To have an interview. B. To make an inquiry. C. To visit the woman.
【答案】B
【解析】
【原文】W: Good morning, sir. How can I help you
M: I’d like to meet Mr. Sarkar, the General Manager of the Fans Division.
W: May I have your name
M: My name is Ravi Das. I am here to ask how to join the company.
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What is the woman most excited about
A. Seeing sharks. B. Going to the beach. C. Staying with her relatives.
【答案】C
【解析】
【原文】W: I’m going for a vacation for two weeks.
M: Where to
W: I’m staying with my aunt in South Africa in her lovely house. I’m looking forward to catching up with the family more than anything else even going to the beach.
M: Enjoy your holiday. Be careful of sharks!
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Where are the speakers
A. At a bus stop. B. In a car. C. On a bus.
【答案】C
【解析】
【原文】M: You can have my seat. I’m getting off at the next stop.
W: That’s nice of you. There are never enough seats here.
M: Well, it’s more convenient than looking for a parking space.
W: I suppose. I usually drive, but I had car trouble today.
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What are the speakers talking about
A. Why the electricity bill went up.
B. Where they can pay the electricity bill.
C. How they can reduce the electricity usage.
【答案】C
【解析】
【原文】W: I’m wondering if we can save money on our electricity bills.
M: Has it gone up
W: Yes, it has. I think we can save electricity in a few different ways. I found this helpful guide online. We can have a try.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,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 is the woman doing
A. Reserving a room. B. Checking into a hotel. C. Packing her luggage.
7. What will the woman do next
A. Walk in a park. B. Have dinner. C. Go to a bank.
【答案】6. B 7. A
【解析】
【原文】W: I reserved a room for three nights, but it turns out I’m going to have to stay four.
M: That shouldn’t be a problem. Here’s your key — Room 107. Do you have any luggage
W: Just this suitcase. You know, it’s so nice and warm out. I thought I’d go for a walk now before dinner. Is there a park near here
M: Yes. Just go down to the comer, where you’ll see a bank. Take a left onto Main Street, and you’ll see the park right in front of you.
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 the relationship between the speakers
A. Colleagues. B. Interviewer and interviewee. C. Manager and technician.
9. How many candidates are there for the position
A. Two. B. Four. C. Six.
10. What does the woman ask
A. What the job requirements are.
B. Where the interview will be held.
C. Whether the equipment is ready.
【答案】8. A 9. B 10. C
【解析】
【原文】M: Have you seen the final version of the interview schedule for the position
W: No, I haven’t.
M: Well, we’ll be interviewing four people - all with previous working experience - and two of those candidates will be interviewed online.
W: In that case, has the equipment been set up in Room 102
M: Yes, everything is ready. The person we’re interviewing at eleven o’clock lives overseas, in China, so hopefully we’ll have a good Internet connection for that one.
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 does Martin find the atmosphere of the art studio
A. Friendly. B. Inspiring. C. Stressful.
12. What does Sarah need to do
A. Meet new people. B. Develop new skills. C. Fin d a way to relax.
13. Who teaches the beginners’ class
A. Ms. Thompson. B. Ms. Brown. C. Ms. Johnson.
【答案】11. B 12. C 13. A
【解析】
【原文】W: Martin, do you still attend painting classes at the art studio downtown, next to Ms. Brown’s little cafe
M: I do, Marta. I love it. The atmosphere there will lift up spirits. The large windows, natural light and the smell of coffee.
W: You’ve been creating beautiful artwork, and Sarah’s looking for something creative to do. She’s stressed and needs something to help her relax.
M: Oh. I could recommend once-a-week beginners’ class to develop her skills. The instructor, Ms. Thompson, is really patient and understanding. Her sister-in-law, Ms. Johnson, teaches sculpture in the same building. Their classes are very sociable.
W: That sounds perfect.
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. What is the woman worried about
A. The popularity of the topic.
B. The limited time for the presentation.
C. The amount of information to prepare.
15. What is the first main point of the presentation
A. Ways of helping bees.
B. The importance of bees.
C. Problems affecting bees today.
16. What is Mr. Lee
A. A teacher. B. An assistant. C. A reporter.
17. What’s advised to be added to the presentation by the man
A Diagrams. B. Statistics. C. Photos.
【答案】14. B 15. B 16. A 17. C
【解析】
【原文】W: OK, so our topic for the presentation is bees. How many main points do we have
M: Three.
W: There’s a lot of information, but we only have eight minutes.
M: I think we can organize the whole presentation around our three main points.
W: Should we start by showing that bees are an important natural resource They help plants reproduce. Without bees, a lot of crops would be more expensive to grow.
M: Let’s make that clear so people understand why we all need bees.
W: Now, I found a report that says a lot of bees are dying right now. The report has a lot of statistics about population numbers. Should we use that
M: Well, I’m worried those statistics might be confusing. Mr. Lee said we have to show that we’ve done some research, and that’s important for our grades.
W: OK. Maybe we could just put some of the statistics in a diagram.
M: Let’s do that. And we could show some photos of bees.
W: Good idea.
M: So for the last part, I made a list of what people can do to help bees.
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. Which department is recently established
A. History. B. Business. C. Economics.
19. How will the program help with the course fees
A. It offers students loans. B. Students can get discounts. C. The experts offer the funds.
20. What is the purpose of the talk
A. To do a promotion of a program.
B. To explain how to register for the course.
C. To emphasize the importance of education.
【答案】18. C 19. A 20. A
【解析】
【原文】W: We are excited to launch our new education program, providing accessible and high-quality education to all.
The program offers a wide range of courses, from mathematics to history, business, and even a new economics department, taught by experienced educators.
Courses range from $50 to $200 per course, depending on the subject and length. To further reduce financial barriers, we offer financial assistance covering up to 50% of the course fees. Our team of experts is available to help you apply. You don’t have to repay the money until you’ve got a stable job, so you can focus on your studies and achieve your goals.
Our goal is to help students learn flexibly and grow without worrying about costs. If you want to learn, grow, and achieve your dreams, our program is here for you. Register today and join the thousands of students. Thank you for your attention, and we look forward to seeing you in our classrooms soon.
第二部分阅读理解(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳答案。
A
The UK is home to 26 world-ranked universities of the top 200 globally. At the heart of each university is the library, a space for students to access resources, absorb knowledge and gather thoughts. Here are some of our must-visit libraries across the UK.
The British Library, London
Located in London, the British Library is home to over 170 million items. The collections offer a glimpse into literary heritage over the ages, from books to maps to manuscripts. Visitors can browse treasures including Leonardo da Vinci’s notebook. Students with a reading pass are known to spend hours at a time in the reading rooms.
Bodleian Old Library, Oxford
Dating back to 1488, the Bodleian Old Library has three notable reading rooms. It is celebrated for its late Gothic architecture. You may recognize the elaborately carved ceiling from scenes in Harry Potter. Students at the university automatically get access to the library.
John Rylands Library, Manchester
Opened in 1900 this library is part of the University of Manchester, one of the top five universities in the UK. This library offers limitless research potential for students. Whether you want to make use of the rich collections available, or simply explore the site, this library should be on everyone’s must-see list.
The Mitchell Library, Glasgow
The Mitchell Library is one of Glasgow’s most famous landmarks. On the top of the copper dome (圆屋顶) is a bronze statue of the Roman goddess, Minerva. Visitors can climb the dome for the city’s most distinctive rooftop views.
21. Which library requires a reading pass to enter the reading room
A. The British Library. B. The Mitchell Library.
C. John Rylands Library. D. Bodleian Old Library.
22. At the Mitchell Library, tourists can .
A. join research groups
B. admire Gothic architecture
C. enjoy Glasgow’s rooftop views
D. refer to Leonardo da Vinci’s notebook
23. In which column of a newspaper can the passage be found
A. Culture. B. Fashion. C. Science. D. Entertainment.
【答案】21. A 22. C 23. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。主要介绍了在英国必须去的四个博物馆。
【21题详解】
细节理解题。根据The British Library, London小标题下的“Students with a reading pass are known to spend hours at a time in the reading rooms.(众所周知，有阅读证的学生一次会在阅览室里待上几个小时。)”可知，英国图书馆需要有阅读证才能进入阅览室。故选A。
【22题详解】
细节理解题。根据The Mitchell Library, Glasgow中的介绍“On the top of the copper dome(圆屋顶) is a bronze statue of the Roman goddess, Minerva. Visitors can climb the dome for the city’s most distinctive rooftop views.(在铜圆顶的顶部是一尊罗马女神密涅瓦的青铜雕像。游客可以爬上圆顶，欣赏这座城市最独特的屋顶景色。)”可知，在米切尔图书馆，游客可以欣赏到格拉斯哥的屋顶景色。故选C。
【23题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章第一段“The UK is home to 26 world-ranked universities of the top 200 globally. At the heart of each university is the library, a space for students to access resources, absorb knowledge and gather thoughts. Here are some of our must-visit libraries across the UK.(英国有26所大学进入全球前200名。每所大学的中心都是图书馆，这是学生获取资源、吸收知识和收集思想的空间。以下是我们在英国必去的一些图书馆)”可知，文章主要介绍了在英国必须要去的四个博物馆，可知在报纸的文化专栏中可能找到这篇文章。故选A。
B
Cathy Brennan calmly paddled her bright yellow kayak (皮艇) down the Potomac River, continuing her voyage, the latest of her solo trips on major waterways. It was tough, but it allowed Brennan to let go of everything else, empty her brain of the everyday chores and focus on the now. “I’m in the moment, looking at the waves.” said Brennan.
The journey is a minimalist style: sleeping bag, small tent, rain jacket, change of clothes, first aid kit, apples and cheese sticks. When she’s thirsty, she scoops water from the rivers and pumps it through a filter. “I always drink the river,” she says. Brennan loves being on the rivers, seeing the bald eagles above, deer on the banks and a fascinating array of bugs and insects that never find their way into homes.
However, every few days Brennan will find a hotel for the night where she can get a shower and eat a cheeseburger. She’ll also check in with her husband John, who has helped her select the river and research the trips at their home. “He’s my virtual Sherpa with benefits,” Brennan says, laughing. She has a phone with her but rarely calls or texts anyone. Her children usually keep track of her via the transponder that sends them her location every 10minutes or so.
Brennan knows that solo kayaking is not for everyone and she’s not reckless. Brennan grew up on a lake and was a strong swimmer and boater from an early age. When going through rough rapids, she watches the weather carefully. She is cautious about where she camps and who is around her. She has packed up her gear and headed back out on the river when she has felt unsafe.
Surely, she is alone on these journeys but she isn’t lonely. She suggested that we all need some disconnection from the wired world to find the wider world around us.
24. What can be learned about Cathy Brennan from paragraph 1
A. She longs for calmness. B. She seeks inner peace.
C. She is fond of travelling. D. She is tired of everyday housework.
25. Why does Brennan regard her husband as “virtual Sherpa with benefits”
A. Because he keeps track of her. B. Because he arranges the route for her.
C. Because he accompanies her on the river. D. Because he contacts her with calls and texts.
26. What does the underlined word “reckless” in paragraph 4 mean
A. Cautious. B. Fearless. C. Ambitious. D. Thoughtless.
27. How is Brennan’s kayak trip according to the passage
A. Odd and instructive. B. Romantic and thrilling
C. Costly and relaxing D. Tough and rewarding.
【答案】24. B 25. B 26. D 27. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了凯茜·布伦南用她的黄色皮艇独自旅行的故事。
【24题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段中的“It was tough, but it allowed Brennan to let go of everything else, empty her brain of the everyday chores and focus on the now. (这很艰难，但它让布伦南放下了其他一切，把她的大脑从日常琐事中清空，专注于现在)”可知，凯茜·布伦南独自旅行是为了寻求内心的平静。故选B。
【25题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段中的“She’ll also check in with her husband John, who has helped her select the river and research the trips at their home. “He’s my virtual Sherpa with benefits.”(她还会和丈夫约翰联系，他帮她选择了河流，并在家里研究了旅行。“他是我有福的虚拟夏尔巴人。”)”可知，布伦南认为她的丈夫是“有福的虚拟夏尔巴人”，因为他为她安排路线。故选B。
【26题详解】
词句猜测题。根据划线词下文“Brennan grew up on a lake and was a strong swimmer and boater from an early age. When going through rough rapids, she watches the weather carefully. She is cautious about where she camps and who is around her. She has packed up her gear and headed back out on the river when she has felt unsafe.(布伦南在湖边长大，从小就擅长游泳和划船。在穿越险滩时，她会仔细观察天气。她对自己的营地和周围的人都很谨慎。当她感到不安全时，她会收拾好装备，回到河上)”可知，布伦南非常谨慎，并不鲁莽。由此可知，划线词reckless与thoughtless“轻率的，欠考虑的”意思接近。故选D。
【27题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段中的“It was tough, but it allowed Brennan to let go of everything else, empty her brain of the everyday chores and focus on the now.(这很艰难，但它让布伦南放下了其他一切，把她的大脑从日常琐事中清空，专注于现在)”及最后一段中的“She suggested that we all need some disconnection from the wired world to find the wider world around us.(她认为，我们都需要与有线世界断开一些联系，以发现我们周围更广阔的世界)”可知推，布伦南的旅行虽然很艰难，但是很值得。故选D。
C
In the US only about 3% of early childhood teachers are male. Experts say this may have a great influence on young children whose understanding of gender roles and identity is rapidly forming. Research has found that getting access to different teachers is of benefit to children. This means the youngest learners are more likely to be exposed to a wide variety of games and communication. It can also help them develop healthy ideas about gender.
“In our society and world, we tend to have very specific stereotypes (刻板印象) of gender roles,” said Mindi Reich-Shapiro, an assistant professor in the Borough of Manhattan Community College, and one of the authors of a recent study. “It’s necessary for the kids to see other possibilities and paths they can choose.”
Although they largely felt supported by colleagues and families, many male teachers surveyed stated that in their career as early education teachers, they did face social and cultural resistance. Some even noted that the parents were surprised or concerned when they found a male teacher with their kids. Moreover, the male teachers were sometimes advised not to hug children.
Reich-Shapiro and other researchers have made some suggestions to increase the number of male early education teachers. Low wages have long been considered as a major problem in this field. More than 70% of male teachers said they intended to stay in the early education workforce, and pointed out that the major motivator for their commitment to their long-term career was an increased salary. Thus, the report recommended that all preschool educators be paid as much as the primary school teachers. The government should establish support groups and provide guidance and professional advice for male early education educators.
Reich-Shapiro said that traditional recruitment methods for early childhood teachers could not handle the gender gap in the field. He suggests providing young individuals with opportunities to stay and work with children either through training or voluntary programs, targeting groups of men who are considering changing their jobs, such as fathers and fathers-to-be.
28. How is the early childhood education in the US
A. It neglects gender roles. B. It lacks male teachers.
C. It influences kids’ understanding. D. It exposes kids to adventures.
29. What is learned about the male teachers in the study
A. They find it awkward to hug children. B. They fail to meet the parents’ expectations.
C. They can’t keep up with female colleagues. D. They feel distrusted socially and culturally.
30. What is important for men to be committed to early childhood education
A. Higher pay. B. Job security. C. Social recognition. D. Better workplace.
31. What can be the best title for the passage
A. Early education: a specific target B. Early education: a challenging field
C. Male preschool teachers: a vital necessity D. Male preschool teachers: a potential career
【答案】28. B 29. D 30. A 31. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了美国的幼儿教育缺少男教师的现象，指出男性教师面临的问题以及解决的建议。
【28题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段“In the US only about 3% of early childhood teachers are male.(在美国，只有3%的幼儿教师是男性)”可知，美国的幼儿教育缺少男教师。故选B。
【29题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“Although they largely felt supported by colleagues and families, many male teachers surveyed stated that in their career as early education teachers, they did face social and cultural resistance. Some even noted that the parents were surprised or concerned when they found a male teacher with their kids.(尽管他们在很大程度上感到得到了同事和家庭的支持，但许多接受调查的男教师表示，在他们作为早教教师的职业生涯中，他们确实面临着社会和文化的阻力。一些人甚至指出，当家长们发现一名男老师和他们的孩子在一起时，他们感到惊讶或担心)”可知，研究中的男教师在社会和文化上感到不被信任。故选D。
【30题详解】
细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“More than 70% of male teachers said they intended to stay in the early education workforce, and pointed out that the major motivator for their commitment to their long-term career was an increased salary.(超过70%的男教师表示，他们打算留在早教队伍中，并指出，他们致力于长期职业生涯的主要动力是加薪)”可知，对于男性来说，更高的薪水是重要的。故选A。
【31题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第一段“In the US only about 3% of early childhood teachers are male. Experts say this may have a great influence on young children whose understanding of gender roles and identity is rapidly forming. Research has found that getting access to different teachers is of benefit to children. This means the youngest learners are more likely to be exposed to a wide variety of games and communication. It can also help them develop healthy ideas about gender.(在美国，只有3%的幼儿教师是男性。专家表示，这可能会对正在迅速形成对性别角色和身份的理解的幼儿产生重大影响。研究发现，接触不同的老师对孩子们有好处。这意味着最年轻的学习者更有可能接触到各种各样的游戏和交流。它还可以帮助他们形成健康的性别观念)”结合文章主要说明了美国的幼儿教育缺少男教师的现象，指出男性教师面临的问题以及解决的建议。可知，C选项“男幼师：至关重要”最符合文章标题。故选C。
D
According to a study published this week, habitual napping (打盹) appears to be associated with a large brain volume in adults although experts stressed that further research was needed. It reduces the cost caused from the lost time and the fatigue-related errors. The work followed previous studies that suggested a brief doze could improve people’s ability to learn.
Arianna Huffington, a co-founder of Huff Post and the founder and chief executive of Thrive Global, said, “Given the latest science on the effectiveness of napping and the clear link between employees feeling well rested and their productivity, it’s long past time that businesses embrace short naps at work.”
Some businesses, including Thrive Global, have already introduced facilities for employees to take naps. Google introduced sleep pods as far back as 2014 and companies like Nike and Ben & Jerry’s introduced nap rooms. The practice has even been adopted by the NHS, with a growing number of hospitals introducing sleep pods for staff in an effort to help them get more rest. Employees, it seems, are enthusiastic. Sean Greenwood, of Ben & Jerry’s, said, “If a quick nap gets employees more involved and creative, we’re happy to provide that for our team members.”
Unfortunately, the practice of napping still suffers from our collective concept that sleep equals weakness and laziness. However, the performance-enhancing benefits of naps have been no secret to many leaders throughout history. It also gives the higher-ups the chance to acknowledge the 24/7 culture and come up with top-down solutions that encourage workers to take care of themselves in and out of work.
While sleep experts stressed that a daytime doze could be beneficial, they said it was crucial to get enough shut-eye at the end of a day. It is the late stage of sleep, sometimes missed by early risers, that strengthens the nerve circuits that make for learning and memory, allowing the brain to make and consolidate new neutral connections. Additionally, prioritizing sufficient sleep during the regular nightly sleep period is essential for overall well-being.
32. What is paragraph 1 mainly about
A. Work stress. B. Learning abilities.
C. A research finding. D. The brain volume.
33. What is Arianna Huffington’s attitude toward napping
A. Dismissive. B. Approving.
C. Unclear. D. Critical.
34. Why are so many companies mentioned in the passage
A. To advocate enough rest. B. To praise creative employees.
C. To compare the differences. D. To present the current situation.
35. What will possibly be discussed in the paragraph that follows
A. The approaches to shut-eye. B. The importance of napping.
C. The secrets to well-being. D. The benefits of memory.
【答案】32. C 33. B 34. D 35. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章讲述了午睡可以提高成年人的大脑容量，并有助于改善学习能力。许多企业已经开始提供员工午睡的设施，员工认为这很有帮助。然而，午睡仍然在集体观念中受到误解，被认为是弱点和懒散的表现。睡眠专家指出，午睡确实对健康有益，但还是要优先保证晚上足够的睡眠。
【32题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第一段“According to a study published this week, habitual napping (打盹) appears to be associated with a large brain volume in adults although experts stressed that further research was needed. It reduces the cost caused from the lost time and the fatigue-related errors. The work followed previous studies that suggested a brief doze could improve people’s ability to learn.(根据本周发表的一项研究，经常打盹似乎与成年人大脑体积增大有关，尽管专家强调还需要进一步研究。打盹可以减少由于失去时间和疲劳导致的错误成本。该项研究跟随之前的研究，表明短时间小睡可以改善人们的学习能力)”可知，本段主要讲述了一项研究发现。故选C项。
【33题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段“Arianna Huffington, a co-founder of Huff Post and the founder and chief executive of Thrive Global, said, “Given the latest science on the effectiveness of napping and the clear link between employees feeling well rested and their productivity, it’s long past time that businesses embrace short naps at work.”(Huff Post的联合创始人、Thrive Global创始人兼首席执行官Arianna Huffington表示：“考虑到最新的有关小睡效果的科学研究以及员工感觉焕发精神和生产力的明显联系，使企业接受在工作中短暂的小睡早就到了应该的时候。”)”可推知，Arianna Huffington认为企业接受在工作中短暂的小睡早就到了应该的时候，所以是赞同的。故选B项。
【34题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段“Some businesses, including Thrive Global, have already introduced facilities for employees to take naps. Google introduced sleep pods as far back as 2014 and companies like Nike and Ben & Jerry’s introduced nap rooms. The practice has even been adopted by the NHS, with a growing number of hospitals introducing sleep pods for staff in an effort to help them get more rest. Employees, it seems, are enthusiastic. Sean Greenwood, of Ben & Jerry’s, said, “If a quick nap gets employees more involved and creative, we’re happy to provide that for our team members.”(Thrive Global 等企业已经提供员工小睡设施。早在2014年，谷歌就推出了睡眠舱，而 Nike 和 Ben＆Jerry’s 等公司也推出了小睡室。连 NHS 也采纳了这种做法，越来越多的医院为员工提供小睡舱，以帮助他们获得更多的休息时间。员工们似乎很热衷于这种做法。Ben＆Jerry’s 公司的 Sean Greenwood 说：“如果短暂小睡可以让员工更有参与感和创造力，我们很乐意为我们的团队成员提供这种服务。”)”可推知，文章中提到了这么多公司，是为了呈现当前的情况，也就是很多公司都已允许员工短暂小睡。故选D项。
【35题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“While sleep experts stressed that a daytime doze could be beneficial, they said it was crucial to get enough shut-eye at the end of a day. It is the late stage of sleep, sometimes missed by early risers, that strengthens the nerve circuits that make for learning and memory, allowing the brain to make and consolidate new neutral connections. Additionally, prioritizing sufficient sleep during the regular nightly sleep period is essential for overall well-being.(尽管睡眠专家强调白天小睡可能有益，但他们表示，重要的是在一天结束时获得足够的睡眠。通常被早期起床者忽视的深度睡眠阶段增强了构建学习和记忆的神经回路，允许大脑建立和巩固新的中性连接。此外，在日常睡眠周期中优先保证充足的睡眠对整体健康至关重要)”可知，本段讲述了虽然白天小睡可能有益，但是更重要的是保证充足的睡眠。由此推知，接下来应是讲述保证充足睡眠的方法，也就是睡眠的方法。故选A项。
第二节(共5小题;每小题2分,满分12.5分)
根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Nowadays, for many people, buying a house or flat is just too expensive. However, the total amount of rent paid by tenants in Britain in 2017 rose to more than 50 billion-more than double the level of ten years prior. Consequently, a lot choose to share the flat.____36____
The pros People rent a room and share the kitchen, living room and bathroom to save money.____37____You may not even need to ask; just leave an IOU. Additionally, there’s the fact that you gain access to their social networks. Living with people means meeting their friends, who may then become your friends.____38____Due to the nature of communal living, you’re not just dealing with your own life events. Most likely, there will always be a shoulder to cry on when you need one. But don’t forget to pay back when they need it.
Now the cons.____39____In most cases, the kitchen, for example, will be divided up into designated shelves and areas. Worse, many people may not respect these boundaries. You might well come home to find someone steal your milk or shower gel, and no one owns up to it. Furthermore, there are the unexpected guests. If a flatmate forgets to keep you informed of a party they’re throwing and it can be challenging for you to have a quiet night.
____40____Some people prefer their own space while other s thrive in a social environment. Regardless, for many who lack the means to buy their own property, a flat-sharing is, and will continue to be, a necessity.
A. Lastly, there’s the emotional support.
B. Those flat-sharing can share the secrets.
C. To start with, do you lack private space
D. There’s limited storage space, for a start.
E. Whether the pros outweigh the cons depends.
F. Then what are the pros and cons of flat-sharing
G. Also, living with others means that you can pool your resources.
【答案】36. F 37. G 38. A 39. D 40. E
【解析】
【导语】本文是说明文。主要介绍了合租的利弊。
【36题详解】
根据前文“Nowadays, for many people, buying a house or flat is just too expensive. However, the total amount of rent paid by tenants in Britain in 2017 rose to more than 50 billion-more than double the level of ten years prior. Consequently, a lot choose to share the flat.(现在，对许多人来说，买房子或公寓太贵了。然而，2017年英国租户支付的租金总额上升到500多亿英镑，是十年前的两倍多。因此，很多人选择合租)”可知，本文主要讲的是合租，所以F项“Then what are the pros and cons of flat-sharing (那么合租的利弊是什么呢 )”承接上文，并点出本文主题。故选F项。
【37题详解】
根据前文“The pros People rent a room and share the kitchen, living room and bathroom to save money.(优点呢？为了省钱，人们租一个房间，共用厨房、客厅和浴室)”以及后文“You may not even need to ask; just leave an IOU.(你甚至不需要问；留个借条就行了)”可知，此处讲述合租的一个优点是可以共享资源，所以G项“Also, living with others means that you can pool your resources.(此外，与他人同住意味着你可以共享资源)”符合此处主题，并引出下文。故选G项。
【38题详解】
根据后文“Due to the nature of communal living, you’re not just dealing with your own life events. Most likely, there will always be a shoulder to cry on when you need one. But don’t forget to pay back when they need it.(由于集体生活的性质，你不仅仅是在处理自己的生活事件。最有可能的是，当你需要一个肩膀的时候，总会有人让你靠着哭泣。但别忘了在他们需要的时候你也要那么做)”可知，此处是讲述合租可以获得室友情感上的支持，所以A项“Lastly, there’s the emotional support.(最后是情感支持)”符合本段主题，并引出下文，故选A项。
【39题详解】
根据前文“Now the cons.(缺点)”以及后文“In most cases, the kitchen, for example, will be divided up into designated shelves and areas.(例如，在大多数情况下，厨房将被划分为指定的架子和区域)”可知，本段讲述合租缺点，就是空间有限，所以D项“There’s limited storage space, for a start.(首先，存储空间有限)”符合文意。故选D项。
【40题详解】
设空位于段首，是本段主题，根据后文“Some people prefer their own space while other s thrive in a social environment. Regardless, for many who lack the means to buy their own property, a flat-sharing is, and will continue to be, a necessity.(有些人喜欢自己的空间，而另一些人则喜欢在社交环境中茁壮成长。无论如何，对于许多没有能力购买自己房产的人来说，合租公寓现在是，而且将继续是一种必需品)”可知，本段是对前文的总结，利弊要视人而定，所以E项“Whether the pro s outweigh the cons depends.(是否利大于弊要视情况而定)”符合文意，为本段主题。故选E项。
第三部分语言知识运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
In 2015 my husband and I spent some days traveling in Sahara Desert. I was super ___41___ to ride a camel for the first time and spent a night in a tent in the desert.
___42___, the ride started with me hanging upside down from the saddle (鞍) with one ___43___ in the air. Bob, my camel, had decided to stand up ___44___ I could settle in. I held onto the saddle ___45___ as the guide pushed me up onto the camel’s back. Bob___46___a sound of disapproval and we rode off. I thought it would be bumpy (颠簸的); but it was a very ___47___ journey all the way ___48___ the fact that the camel in front was having a bad case of gas.
After dinner, we returned to the tent for sleep. Even in several thick blankets, I was ___49___ from head to toe while my husband fell asleep straight away. Thankfully, I drifted into dreamland gradually, only to be ___50___ by an unusual noise, followed by a(n)___51___ smell. I tried to go back to sleep, but another unpleasant smell and more ___52___, which went on for hours.
After what felt like a ___53___ night, it was time to rise to watch the sunrise. I dragged my sleepy body out. There, ___54___ just outside was Bob, who made direct eye contact with me and I promised I ___55___ a broad grin on his face.
41.
A. alarmed B. optimistic C. rigid D. excited
42.
A Therefore B. Nevertheless C. Indeed D. Otherwise
43.
A. hand B. foot C. head D. shoulder
44
A. before B. until C. though D. unless
45.
A. desperately B. carefully C. frequently D. loosely
46.
A. picked up B. turned down C. let out D. awoke to
47.
A. vital B. horrible C. personal D. pleasant
48.
A. on account of B. rather than C. save for D. in terms of
49.
A. swinging B. circling C. shaking D. aching
50.
A. replaced B. attracted C. disturbed D. rewarded
51.
A. appetizing B. awful C. damp D. smoky
52.
A. chewing B. laughter C. chatting D. barks
53.
A. restful B. lonely C. mysterious D. rough
54.
A. stationed B. examined C. targeted D. absorbed
55.
A. modeled B. spotted C. expected D. forced
【答案】41. D 42. B 43. B 44. A 45. A 46. C 47. D 48. C 49. C 50. C 51. B 52. A 53. D 54. A 55. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者和丈夫在撒哈拉沙漠旅行的故事。
【41题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：第一次骑骆驼让我超级兴奋，还在沙漠的帐篷里住了一晚。A. alarmed惊慌的；B. optimistic乐观的；C. rigid顽固的；D. excited兴奋的。根据后文的“to ride a camel for the first time”可知，第一次骑骆驼，所以作者很兴奋。故选D项。
【42题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：然而，骑行开始时我还是把一只脚在空中，倒挂在骆驼鞍上。A. Therefore因此；B. Nevertheless然而；C. Indeed确实；D. Otherwise否则。根据前文的“I was super 1 to ride a camel for the first time and spent a night in a tent in the desert.”和后文“the ride started with me hanging upside down from the saddle (鞍) with one 3 in the air”可知，前文作者激动和后文倒挂的尴尬和不舒服存在转折关系，应用Nevertheless“然而”。故选B项。
【43题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：尽管如此，骑行开始时我还是把一只脚在空中，倒挂在骆驼鞍上。A. hand手；B. foot脚；C. head头部；D. shoulder肩。根据前文的“with me hanging upside down”和后文“in the air”可知，倒挂在骆驼鞍上时应该是脚在空中。故选B项。
【44题详解】
考查连接词词义辨析。句意：在我安顿下来之前，我的骆驼鲍勃已经决定站起来了。A. before在……之前；B. until直到；C. though尽管；D. unless除非。根据后文的“I held onto the saddle 5 as the guide pushed me up onto the camel’s back.”可知，后面当向导把作者推到骆驼背上时，作者拼命地抓住骆驼鞍，可见作者坐好之前骆驼鲍勃已经站起来了。故选A项。
【45题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：当向导把我推到骆驼背上时，我拼命地抓住骆驼鞍。A. desperately拼命地；B. carefully小心地；C. frequently经常；D. loosely宽松地。根据前文的“I held onto the saddle”和后文“as the guide pushed me up onto the camel’s back”可知，作者坐好之前骆驼鲍勃已经站起来了，所以拼命地抓住骆驼鞍。故选A项。
【46题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：鲍勃发出一声不赞成的声音，我们骑着骆驼走了。A. picked up拿起；B. turned down调低；C. let out放出；D. awoke to醒来。根据后文的“a sound of disapproval”可知，骆驼发出一声不赞成的声音。故选C项。
【47题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我以为会很颠簸；不过，除了前面的骆驼放出臭气之外，一路上都很愉快。A. vital重要的；B. horrible可怕的；C. personal个人的；D. pleasant令人愉快的。根据前文的“I thought it would be bumpy (颠簸的); but”可知，前后句意存在转折关系，前文说路途可能颠簸，后文应该说一路上都很愉快。故选D项。
【48题详解】
考查介词短语辨析。句意：我以为会很颠簸；不过，除了前面的骆驼放出臭气之外，一路上都很愉快。A. on account of由于；B. rather than而不是；C. save for除了；D. in terms of在……方面。根据前文的“I thought it would be bumpy (颠簸的); but it was a very 7　 journey all the way”和后文“the fact that the camel in front was having a bad case of gas.”可知，前面的骆驼放出臭气是让人不愉快的，所以除了这件事之外，一路上都很愉快。故选C项。
【49题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：即使盖着几条厚厚的毯子，我还是从头到脚抖个不停，而我丈夫却马上睡着了。A. swinging摆动；B. circling环绕；C. shaking颤抖；D. aching疼痛。根据前文的“Even in several thick blankets”可知，前后句意存在转折关系，所以可推测出即使盖着几条厚厚的毯子，作者还是抖个不停。故选C项。
【50题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：谢天谢地，我渐渐进入了梦乡，只是被一种不寻常的声音打扰了，接着是一股难闻的气味。A. replaced替换；B. attracted吸引；C. disturbed打扰；D. rewarded奖励。根据前文的“I drifted into dreamland gradually”和后文“by an unusual noise, followed by a(n) 11 smell.”可知，作者睡着后，被声音和一股难闻的气味打扰了。故选C项。
【51题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：谢天谢地，我渐渐进入了梦乡，只是被一种糟糕的声音打扰了，接着是一股难闻的气味。A. appetizing开胃的，引起食欲的；B. awful糟糕的；C. damp潮湿的；D. smoky烟熏的。根据前文的“but another unpleasant smell and more 12 , which went on for hours.”可知，又有难闻的气味和更多的咀嚼声，所以此处指的是声音是糟糕。故选B项。
【52题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我试着继续睡觉，但又有难闻的气味和更多的咀嚼，持续了几个小时。A. chewing咀嚼；B. laughter笑声；C. chatting聊天；D. barks吠叫。根据后文的“just outside was Bob, who made direct eye contact with me and I promised I 15 a broad grin on his face.”可知，鲍勃就被安置在外面，所所以作者听到的是骆驼的咀嚼声。故选A项。
【53题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：在经历了一个艰难的夜晚之后，该起床看日出了。A. restful宁静的；B. lonely孤独的；C. mysterious神秘的；D. rough艰难的。根据前文的“Even in several thick blankets, I was 9 from head to toe”可知，作者夜里很冷，所以度过了艰难的夜晚。故选D项。
【54题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：鲍勃就被安置在外面，他直接和我对视，我保证我看到他脸上露出灿烂的笑容。A. stationed把……安置到（某处）；B. examined检查；C. targeted把……作为攻击目标 ；D. absorbed吸引。根据后文的“just outside was Bob”可知，骆驼鲍勃就被安置在外面。故选A项。
【55题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：鲍勃就被安置在外面，他直接和我对视，我保证我看到他脸上露出灿烂的笑容。A. modeled当模特儿；B. spotted看出；C. expected期待；D. forced强迫 。根据前文的“a broad grin on his face”可知，骆驼脸上露出灿烂的笑容，这是作者看出来的。故选B项。
第二节(共10小题:每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Delicate strokes(笔画), carved onto wood, with ultimate precision. This is woodblock printing, ____56____ ancient printing technique that has promoted human civilization.
Certain people are believed____57____ (bring) Buddhism into China during the Tang Dynasty (618-907),when there was a strong need to produce a large number of Buddhist scriptures(经文)，and copying by hand could not meet the ____58____ (rise) demand. Ancient Chinese craftsmen thus came up with a novel way to create printed works massively. Hence came the____59____ (origin) version of woodblock printing.
Traditional woodblock printing can be divided into four major steps: writing, engraving, printing, and binding. With each step then sub-divided into several procedures, ____60____ takes roughly 30 steps to produce a woodblock print. Characters and images____61____ (carve) to produce raised areas or lines, which calls for skilled hands.
The Buddhist scripture Diamond Sutra, the “earliest dated printed book”, can only be seen in the British Library, ____62____ a lot of Chinese treasures are stored. It is just one example of ancient works of art that not only tells the____63____ (wise) of our ancestors, but also is a witness____64____ the pursuit of beauty by Chinese craftsmen throughout centuries.
The invention of writing gave life to great thoughts,____65____ it was the invention of printing that made knowledge a shareable fruit for all humankind.
【答案】56. an 57. to have brought
58. rising 59. original
60. it 61. are carved
62. where 63. wisdom
64. to 65. but
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍的是木版印刷的起源和特点。
【56题详解】
考查冠词。句意：这就是木版印刷，一种推动人类文明发展的古老印刷技术。technique是可数名词的单数形式，表泛指，前面要加不定冠词，ancient是元音音素开头，故用不定冠词用an。故填an。
【57题详解】
考查不定式。句意：据信，有人在唐朝（618-907）把佛教带入中国，当时需要制作大量佛经，手工复制无法满足日益增长的需求。be believed to do sth.是固定结构，bring这个动作发生在believe之前，故应用不定式的完成式to have done。故填to have brought。
【58题详解】
考查形容词。句意：据信，有人在唐朝（618-907）把佛教带入中国，当时需要制作大量佛经，手工复制无法满足日益增长的需求。分析句子可知，空处应用形容词作定语修饰名词demand，rise的形容词形式为rising“（数量等）增加的”。故填rising。
【59题详解】
考查形容词。句意：木版印刷术的原始版本由此而来。分析句子可知，空处应用形容词作定语修饰名词version，origin的形容词形式为original“最初的”。故填original。
【60题详解】
考查代词。句意：然后将每个步骤细分为几个过程， 制作一幅木版画大约需要30个步骤。It takes sth. to do sth.“做某事花费……”是固定结构，it在句中作形式主语，真正的主语是后面的不定式。故填it。
【61题详解】
考查时态，语态和主谓一致。句意：文字和图像被雕刻成凸起的区域或线条，这需要熟练的工人。由下文calls可知，该句应用一般现在时，空处在句中作谓语，与主语构成被动关系，应用被动语态，主语Characters and images是复数，故填are carved。
【62题详解】
考查定语从句。句意：佛经《金刚经》是“年代最早的印刷本”，只有在大英图书馆才能看到，那里存放着许多中国珍宝。分析句子结构可知，先行词the British Library，从句中作状语。空处应用关系副词where引导非限制性定语从句。故填where。
【63题详解】
考查名词。句意：这只是古代艺术作品的一个例子，它不仅讲述了我们祖先的智慧，也见证了几个世纪以来中国工匠对美的追求。由空前的the和空后的of可知，空处应用名词在句中作宾语，wise的名词是wisdom“智慧”，是不可数名词。故填wisdom。
【64题详解】
考查介词。句意：这只是古代艺术作品的一个例子，它不仅讲述了我们祖先的智慧，也见证了几个世纪以来中国工匠对美的追求。 a witness to... “一个……的见证者”是固定短语。故填to。
【65题详解】
考查连词。句意：书写的发明赋予了伟大思想以生命，但是正是印刷术的发明使知识成为全人类共享的果实。分析句子结构可知，空处应填连词连接前后两个句子，根据句意，两个句子是转折关系，故填but。
第四部分写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
66. 针对目前学生们不重视英语口语学习的现象，你校英文报正在举行征文活动。请你写一篇文章投稿，内容包括：
1. 描述现状；
2. 论述观点；
3. 表达祝愿。
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。
Reviving Oral English with Students
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【答案】One possible version:
Reviving Oral English with Students
While students recognize the value of oral English, they don’t attach importance as it is excluded from exams. Consequently, dumb English has become a widespread phenomenon.
From my perspective, considerable attention should be paid. To begin with, a good knowledge of oral English makes it possible to fully appreciate English films and fluently communicate with foreigners. Besides, as part of language competence, oral English has gradually been included in the entrance interview section by more and more key universities.
Thus, I do hope that oral English will be brought to life and that everybody will become better and better in time.
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。针对目前学生们不重视英语口语学习的现象，校英文报正在举行征文活动。要求考生写一篇文章投稿。
【详解】1.词汇积累
虽然：while → although
英语口语：oral English → spoken English
重要性：importance → significance
可能的：possible → probable
2.句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句：Besides, as part of language competence, oral English has gradually been included in the entrance interview section by more and more key universities.
拓展句：Besides, oral English, which is an essential part of language competence, has gradually been included in the entrance interview section by more and more key universities.
【点睛】[高分句型1] While students recognize the value of oral English, they don’t attach importance as it is excluded from exams. (运用了从属连词while引导让步状语从句)
[高分句型2] Thus, I do hope that oral English will be brought to life and that everybody will become better and better in time. (运用了连词that引导宾语从句)
第二节(满分25分)
67. 阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。
When I was in middle school, my family moved to Seattle, where my parents started their new business — a small grocery store downstairs my house. As a girl of shy and reserved nature, I had to take a fresh start to fit into the sophisticated city life.
One sunny day, my school announced an exciting event, a talent show for the local food bank. Students were encouraged to showcase their unique talents in front of the public in the city hall on National Day. A buzz of excitement fed the school as everyone began preparing for the big day. Deep down, I felt a spark of curiosity and a desire to participate. However, my self-doubt held me back, “I don’t have any special skills to share.”
Days turned into weeks, and the talent show drew closer. I couldn’t shake the upsetting feeling until one day, Emma, one of the most popular girls in my class, came to me while I was helping in the grocery store after class. “How about singing together in the talent show ” She grinned, “I heard you singing a tune, along the way back home. I can’t help following you here.” Gosh, I couldn’t believe my ears. Emma, with personality and popularity, acknowledged my little talent. Since Emma had the world’s prettiest voice, I felt like being favoured by fortune.
“You two The talent show for the food bank ” My mum bent towards us and her face lit up. “A big occasion.” Then a light bulb seemed to go in her head. “Why not practise right now upstairs I bet you’ll be a perfect match.” Winking at us, she seemed to know we were thinking alike.
Emma and I embarked on rehearsing almost every single day after school. We brainstormed, exchanged ideas and rehearsed the scene. As the days rolled by, I was feeling pretty good about our act. But the day before the performance, Emma called that she had an acute stomachache and was not in any shape to perform.
注意：
1.所续写短文的词数应为150左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1:
I was completely knocked out by the news.
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Paragraph 2:
Finally came the big moment.
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【答案】I was completely knocked out by the news. What should I do Having prepared for such a long time, I didn’t think of that coming up. Feeling at a loss, I was brainstorming as hard as I could to think of a solution, when a gentle touch on my back brought me back to reality. It was my mum, who looked at me with care and concern. “You have prepared for it enough. You can do it by yourself.” She said after my stumbled explanation. I looked back at her eyes, and a sense of confidence and warmness swelled up in my heart. Yes, I could do it myself.
Finally came the big moment. Looking around the audience, I stepped onto the stage, with butterflies in my stomach. My voice trembled at first, but with the melodies flew around, the nervousness was gone with the wind. Emotions filled in my song, I performed as naturally as I spoke every day. I saw my mum, who was looking at me with reassurance and care. It turned out to be a good performance, which helped me conquer my fears and turned me into a new person.
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇读后续写。文章讲述了作者自小性格内向，不爱交际。偶然一次机会，学校组织学生参加才艺表演，同学Emma盛情邀请作者一同参加，这使得作者备受鼓舞。然而在演出前夕，Emma却因急性胃疼不能上台，面对紧急情况，作者只能自己独立完成表演。
【详解】1. 段落续写：
①根据第一段首句“我被这个消息所震惊了。”可知，作者在收到Emma不能参演的消息时一时手足无措，再根据第四段妈妈的表现可知，此时妈妈一定会及时出现，安慰作者并给作者勇气，让作者能独立完成表演。
②根据第二段首句“重大时刻终于到来了。”可知，作者坚持独立上台表演了。可想而知作者刚登上舞台还是会紧张，但是作者天生有副好嗓子，随着表演深入，这种紧张感会消失，并且精彩的完成表演。
2. 续写线索：手足无措——妈妈安慰并打气——决定独立上台——克服紧张，表演完成——升华
3. 词汇激活
行为类
① 表演：perform/make a performance/show one’s talents
② 做准备：prepare for/make preparations for
③ 参加：participate in/join in/take part in/be involved in
④ 笑：grin/smile/laugh/giggle/chuckle
情绪类
① 害羞内向的：shy/reserved/introverted
② 好奇的：curious/be full of curiosity
③ 开心的：delighted/overjoyed/content
④ 担忧的：concerned/worried/butterflies in one’s stomach
【点睛】[高分句型1] Having prepared for such a long time, I didn’t think of that coming up.（运用了现在分词作时间状语）
[高分句型2] Emotions filled in my song, I performed as naturally as I spoke every day.（运用了独立主格结构）
[高分句型3] I saw my mum, who was looking at me with reassurance and care.（运用了who引导的定语从句）

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