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第八中学2024届高考适应性月考卷(五)
英语
注意事项：
1.答题前，考生务必用黑色碳素笔将自己的姓名、准考证号、考场号、座位号在答题卡上填写清楚。
2.每小题选出答案后，用2B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。在试题卷上作答无效。
3.考试结束后，请将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。满分150分，考试用时120分钟。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
注意，听力部分答题时，请先将答案标在试卷上。听力部分结束前，你将有两分钟的时间将答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What will the woman do with the man’s phone
A. Repair it. B. Upgrade it. C. Replace it.
2. What does John want Amy to do
A. Take the pot off.
B. Switch to low heat.
C. Put the soup into bowls.
3. Where is the woman probably from
A. Britain. B. Peru. C. Mexico.
4. How high do the ceilings today usually measure
A.2.3 meters. B.2.7 meters. C.3.0 meters.
5. Where does the conversation take place
A. On a farm. B. At home. C. In a supermarket.
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2至4个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有5秒钟的时间阅读各个小题；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。
听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7题。
6. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. An exhibition. B. A glass box. C. A vase.
7. How does the man find the woman
A. Knowledgeable. B. Considerate. C. Patient.
听下面一段对话，回答第8至第10题。
8. What does the man think of self-help books
A. They’re unappealing. B. They’re practical. C. They’re ridiculous.
9. What is the book about
A. Life in the country. B. Personal experience. C. A natural disaster.
10. What’s the relationship of the two speakers
A. Colleagues. B. Classmates. C. Opponents.
听下面一段对话，回答第11至第13题。
11. What is the change of the cat
A. She becomes inactive.
B. She eats more.
C. She sleeps badly.
12. What is the woman’s suggestion
A. Observing the cat’s belly.
B. Giving the cat some medicine.
C. Stopping feeding the cat temporarily.
13. Where might the man go first
A. A hospital. B. A store. C. His home.
听下面一段对话，回答第14至第17题。
14. What is the man’s opinion on the city life
A. It’s convenient. B. It’s boring. C. It’s messy.
15. What would the woman prefer to do
A. Chase a goat. B. See a park show. C. Have a truck ride.
16. What is the wildest thing on the subway for the woman
A. Safe belts.
B. Occasional animals.
C. Irregular performances.
17. What will the speakers do after lunch
A. Paint a fence. B. Ride the subway. C. Sing country music.
听下面一段独白，回答第18至第20题。
18. Who can take the lessons
A. A 3-year-old swim lover.
B. A 9-year-old disabled pupil.
C. An 18-year-old swimmer.
19. What is taught in the Foundation lessons
A. Skills at water rescue.
B. Knowledge of water safety.
C. Basics of swimming movements.
20. What is the prize for those recommending friends
A. Reduction in price. B. Extra lessons. C. Free swimwear.
第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
DAY TRIP ITINERARY (行程)
After a warm reception from your tour manager at your dedicated pick-up point in London, settle in your comfortable coach as we set off on our journey towards Stonehenge. The world’s most famous prehistoric monument has inspired people to study and interpret it for centuries, yet many questions remain to be answered —about who built it, when, and why.
After visiting Stonehenge, we drive to Windsor Castle, which is home to royalty and 1,000 years of royal history. The stunning 13-acre site is the largest and oldest occupied, working castle in the world. There are many famous, must-see moments within these spectacular rooms in the castle, like the grand Waterloo Chamber and the magnificent Crimson Drawing Room.
In the early evening, we make our way towards London and proceed towards your respective drop off points and bid farewell to all friends you have made on the tour.
ESSENTIALS TO CARRY WITH YOU
We recommend you wear comfortable clothing and carry essentials such as a jacket or jumper, dry snacks, water, tissues, chargers, power bank, etc., in your handbag as access to the luggage hold is only possible until a comfort stop or arrival at your destination. Hot foods are not allowed to be carried or consumed inside the coach.
PICK-UP POINTS
Name Address Times
Harrow Outside McDonalds, 363 Station Road, Harrow, London HA1 2AW 07:15
Hounslow Outside Hounslow West Station, Bath Road, London TW3 3DH 08:00
Kenton MANTRA HOLIDAYS, 296 Kenton Road, Harrow, London HA3 8DD 07:00
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21. How many tourist spots will the participants visit
A. Two. B. Three. C. Four. D. Five.
22. It is advised to put your essentials in the handbag because ________.
A. the luggage hold is inaccessible when the bus is in motion
B. they are not allowed to be carried inside the coach
C. it’s convenient for you to enjoy hot foods
D. drivers are likely to access them
23. Where is the text most probably taken from
A. A journal. B. A webpage.
C. A travel brochure. D. A magazine.
B
It all started with a simple question: “Can I paint your portrait ”
One day in the summer of 2015, Peterson was relaxing in his living room, reading the book Love Does, about the power of love in action, when his quiet was disturbed by a homeless man outside his apartment. Inspired by the book’s compassionate message, Peterson made a decision; He was going to go outside and introduce himself.
In that first conversation, Peterson learned that the man’s name was Matt Faris. He’d moved to Southern California from Kentucky to pursue a career in music, but he soon fell on hard times and ended up living on the street for more than a decade. “I saw beauty on the face of a man who hadn’t shaved in probably a year, because his story, the life inside of him, inspired me,” Peterson recalled. Therefore, Peterson asked if he could paint Faris’s portrait. Faris agreed.
Peterson’s connect ion with Faris led him to form Faces of Santa Ana, a nonprofit organization focused on befriending and painting portraits of members of the community who are unhoused. Peterson sells the paintings for money, splitting the proceeds and putting half into a “love account” for his model. He then helps people use the money to get back on their feet.
Many of Peterson’s new friends use the donations to secure immediate necessities —medical care, hotel rooms, food. Faris used the funds from his portrait to record an album, fulfilling his musical dreams. Another subject, Kimberly Sondoval, had never been able to financially support her daughter. She asked, “Can I use the money to pay my daughter’s rent ” When the check was delivered, “They both wept in my arms,” Peterson recalls.
Peterson has painted 41 of these portraits himself. But there’s more to the finished products than the money they bring to someone who’s down and out. He’s discovered that the buyers tend to connect to the story of the person in the painting, finding similarities and often friendship with someone they might have otherwise overlooked or stereotyped.
“People often tell me, ‘I was the one that would cross the street, but I see homeless people differently now,’” Peterson says. “I didn’t know that would happen.”
24. What made Peterson start a conversation
A. The curiosity about strangers. B. The touching story of Matt Faris.
C. The disturbance by a homeless man. D. The sympathetic message in Love Does.
25. What do we know about Faces of Santa Ana
A. It pays the homeless salaries.
B. It is an official nonprofit organization.
C. It tries to restore the lives of Peterson’s models.
D. It spends all the money on helping the unhoused.
26. After buying a portrait, a buyer might view the homeless as ________.
A. lazy and poor B. odd but inspiring
C. disturbing and untidy D. pitiful but respectable
27. Which of the following is the best title of this text
A. Art with Purpose: Love Account Matters
B. Hope in Paintings: Help Knows No Race
C. Faces of Compassion: Painting a New Perspective
D. Encounter with Strangers: Embracing New Friends
C
Film Puts Justifiable Defense in Spotlight
The film, Article 20, directed by Zhang Yimou, draws its name from Article 20 of the Criminal Law, which focuses on the sometimes controversial legal concept of justifiable defense. Drawing inspiration from real-life cases of justifiable defense, the film gained widespread attention and struck a chord with the public during the Spring Festival holiday. The movie calls for a de tailed interpretation of legal terms and urges against compromising on unlawful conduct.
According to the Criminal Law, when a person, faced with an unlawful attack, takes action to protect his or her own rights or interests or those of others, and the attacker is thereby harmed, the defender will be considered to have acted in justifiable defense and will not bear criminal responsibility. For some time, justifiable defense has been regarded as a “dormant clause” (沉寂条款), due to the influence of misconceptions, such as “whoever is injured or killed is right”.
But the true meaning of the law should be to increase the responsibility for wrongdoers, rather than burdening good people. Recent cases have shown that, for ordinary citizens, justifiable defense is no longer a pipe dream. A high-profile case in Kunshan, Jiangsu province, in 2018 served as a wake-up call and caught the attention of authorities regarding such cases. In that case, a traffic argument led to a motorist who took a knife with him confronting another man. The motorist was killed, and police and judges determined that the defender’s actions constituted justifiable defense. Since then, the justifiable defense clause has been applied in several places across the nation. The concern over justifiable defense reflects the public’s demand for fairness, justice, security and rule of law.
Luo Xiang, a renowned professor of criminal law at China University of Political Science and Law, said in a recent comment about the film Article 20 that the public and judges should avoid taking a “godlike” perspective. Instead, they should consider the situation in which the defender was involved, empathize with the defender’s position, and stop themselves from making excessive demands on the defender, Luo said.
28. Why did the film Article 20 attract the audience’s attention
A. It was released during the Spring Festival holiday.
B. It is named after one article in the Criminal Law.
C. It explores real-life cases of justifiable defense.
D. It was directed by Zhang Yimou.
29. According to the Criminal Law, the victim will be free from criminal responsibility when ________.
A. the victim gave up his legal rights
B. the robber kept silent about the robbery
C. the robber was hurt worse than the victim
D. the victim knife d the armed robber to stop the ongoing crime
30. What is the function of the case in Kunshan in Paragraph 3
A. Making comparisons. B. Listing reasons.
C. Explaining misconceptions. D. Providing evidence.
31. What does Luo Xiang suggest judges do
A. Take a “godlike” viewpoint with the public.
B. Put oneself in the defender’s shoes.
C. Demand more from the defender.
D. Side with the attacker.
D
Researchers have discovered the oldest black hole ever observed, dating from the dawn of the universe, and found that it is “eating” its host galaxy to death.
The international team, led by the University of Cambridge, used the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) to detect the black hole, which dates from 400 million years after the big bang. The results, which lead author Professor Roberto Maiolino says are “a giant leap forward”, are reported in the journal Nature.
This surprisingly massive black hole even exists so early in the universe challenges our assumptions about how black holes form and grow. The size of this newly-discovered black hole suggests that they might form in other ways: they might be ‘born big’ or they can eat matter at a rate that’s five times higher than had been thought possible. Like all black holes, this young black hole devours material from its host galaxy to fuel its growth.
According to standard models, supermassive black holes form from the remains of dead stars, which collapse and may form a black hole about a hundred times the mass of the Sun. If it grew in an expected way, this newly-detected black hole would take about a billion years to grow to its observed size. However, the universe was not yet a billion years old when this black hole was detected.
The young host galaxy, called GN-z11, is a compact galaxy, about one hundred times smaller than the Milky Way, but the black hole is likely harming its development. When black holes consume too much gas, it pushes the gas away like an ultra-fast wind. This “wind” could stop the process of star formation, slowly killing the galaxy, but it will also kill the black hole itself, as it would cut off the black hole’s source of “food”.
Maiolino says that the gigantic leap forward provided by JWST makes this the most exciting time in his career. “It’s a new era: the giant leap is like upgrading from Galileo’s telescope to a modern telescope overnight,” he said. “The universe has been quite generous in what it’s showing us, and this is just the beginning.”
32. What does the underlined word “devours” mean in Paragraph 3
A. Changes. B. Swallows. C. Observes. D. Forms.
33. According to Paragraph 5, why is GN-z11 likely to be harmed
A. Because the host galaxy is too small.
B. Because the black hole is killing itself.
C. Because the “wind” ceases star formation.
D. Because black holes produce too much gas.
34. What is Maiolino’s attitude to the new discovery about the black hole
A. Favorable. B. Intolerant. C. Doubtful. D. Ambiguous.
35. What can we learn from this passage
A. The black hole took a billion years to achieve its size.
B. Supermassive black holes are assumed to form overnight.
C. The new discovery of the host galaxy is a giant leap forward.
D. The host galaxy and the black hole can be destroyed by the “wind”.
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
The Failed New Year’s Resolution: Three Tips to Get on Track
January is officially over, and many people are taking stock of their progress towards New Year’s resolutions. The fact is that you probably haven’t kept up with them as much as you hoped. But that’s not your fault. 36 . If you feel like you have already failed, here are three tips before you let go.
Practice self-compassion
Many people talk to themselves in harsh ways when struggling with new habits, believing self-criticism will help them reach their goals. Research shows, however, that the opposite is true. Self-compassion is more effective for personal improvement, especially when facing failure. 37 , try to be kind and gentle with yourself, just as you would with a loved one.
38
Resolutions are often phrased as definitive goals. I will exercise daily. I will kick desserts. 39 . But setting all-or-nothing goals can lead to all-or-nothing decisions that one gives up when faced with challenges. In contrast, intentions focus more on your values than specific actions. For example, the resolution “I will exercise daily” may become an intention of “I want to move my body because it feels good.” This approach allows for more flexibility when unexpected stress arises.
Solve problems by overcoming barriers
If you are struggling to maintain your desired habits, there are evidence-based techniques available to help you. 40 . This involves identifying the specific barriers that lead to your quitting something that you want to do. Perhaps you keep forgetting the new habit, or perhaps you don’t understand how to do it. Whatever it is, identify the barrier and cope with it specifically.
A. Set all-or-nothing goals
B. Change your resolutions into intentions
C. One such skill is called missing links analysis
D. Setting specific behavioral goals can be effective
E. If you’re persuaded to give up on your resolutions
F. Old habits tend to die hard, and new habits tend to die easy
G. When you are upset about yourself for not keeping resolutions
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
My son asked me months ago if he could switch from his mainstream high school to a 41 school. At that time, I was unsure and a little 42
He wasn’t doing well in his school, and I knew the best thing for him was to 43 to another learning environment to complete his study. But my heart hurt a little that he would not walk the same graduation 44 that I had walked, and also the scenario (设想) I had created was no longer beneficial to his 45 .
My son is extremely 46 and had a small friend group. Large groups are complex for him. A school of over 2,500 kids can be difficult for anyone, let alone my boy with social 47 .
Then, we decided the vocational school (职业学校) was an option with the same general curriculum 48 by our state to graduate high school. The 49 he had already earned would carry over, and he could graduate early.
By allowing him to go there, we have watched him 50 ! The difference is astonishing. He 51 friendship, he was productive and participated in a life skills course to help himself with real-life studies, and he 52 with his teachers.
The most significant change was that he would come home 53 , enthusiastic about his day, and excited to 54 how his day had gone.
As his momma, it is all I needed to know that my son has chosen what was 55 for him.
41. A. compulsory B. technical C. unprofessional D. academic
42. A. heartbroken B. nervous C. angry D. confused
43. A. apply B. adapt C. transfer D. talk
44. A. ceremony B. moment C. dilemma D. stage
45. A. curriculum B. wellbeing C. friendship D. decision
46. A. bald B. generous C. straightforward D. shy
47. A. anxiety B. conduct C. responsibility D. awareness
48. A. studied B. canceled C. required D. banned
49. A. credits B. subjects C. medals D. reputations
50. A. graduate B. worsen C. thrive D. suffer
51. A. formed B. understood C. abandoned D. remembered
52. A. got away B. made up C. lined up D. got along
53. A. crying B. murmuring C. complaining D. smiling
54. A. oversell B. learn C. share D. predict
55. A. affordable B. suitable C. available D. sensible
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
While there is growing consumer 56 (realize) of the environmental impact of fast fashion, can the same be said about fast furniture The chairs and tables that fill many of our homes and everyday spaces are manufactured on a mass scale, and the cheaper items often end up 57 landfills.
According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in 2020 over 12 million tons of furniture 58 (throw) out in America and some into the forest illegally. Buying furniture can be 59 (incredible) expensive. Many of us switch over to cheaper, instant brands like IKEA, 60 manufacturers use materials harder to recycle, which is likely to damage the environment.
With growing calls for sustainability, many brands are announcing to change though it remains 61 (see) whether they will keep these promises. In 62 (it) current sustainability strategy, IKEA commits itself to using only recyclable materials in all its products in an effort to practice “circular” design and cut emissions to net-zero. The concept of circular design 63 (win) increasing concern up to now. In 64 circular system, furniture products would be designed to last longer and be fully recyclable, thus forming a 65 (close) loop (环).
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
假定你是高三学生李华。3月12日是植树节（Arbor Day），请你以学生会的名义写一则通知，告知在校的留学生本周日在人民公园举行的植树活动。内容包括：
1.活动时间地点；
2.植树的准备；
3.活动流程。
注意：1.词数80左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Notice
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________第二节（满分25分）
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。
One day, in the middle of the year, we all filed into the classroom as usual. Mr. Williams followed us, entering the room last, stealthily sidestepping and holding something behind his back.
“I have a surprise for you,” he said, dramatically revealing a plastic bag with a tropical fish in it. He held it up and demonstrated that the fish would be our class pet.
After putting the fish in the tank, he asked us to name it and feed it every day. There was only one rule —not negotiable. We could not, under any circumstances, touch the fish with our hands. Mr. Williams warned us that if he caught any student with the hands in the tank or if our fingers directly came close to those technicolor scales (彩色的鱼鳞), we would be suspended from school for two days, no questions asked. This iron rule was thus formed in our class.
Day after day we’d come to class and feed the fish. There was a girl student named Amy in our class, who was enchanted by this beautiful fish in particular. She often pictured what the fish could do if it were swimming free in the lake. Even sometimes she pressed her face up to the glass watching this rainbow in motion swim back and forth. Over time, she settled on a name for it: Confucius. About a week into Confucius’s desirable family residence, we took turns conducting its daily feeding with caution.
The familiar bell ringing, Mr. Williams casually stepped onto the platform for class. The intense eyes had to fix on him, afraid to neglect the key points of the exam. Suddenly a terrifying sound interrupted our attentive gaze, like a tsunami coming. Unexpectedly, Confucius jumped from the tank to the ground. Maybe it listened to Mr. Williams cheering. Confucius flipped and gasped, struggling desperately on the ground.
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。
Finally Amy got up from her seat. _______________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________
Relieved, we turned our eyes to Mr. Williams. ______________________________________________________
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21~25 AABDC 26~30 DCCDD 31~35 BBCAD
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41~45 BACDB 46~50 DACAC 51~55 ADDCB
56. realization 57. in 58. was thrown 59. incredibly 60. whose
61. to be seen 62. its 63. has won 64. a 65. closed
【参考范文】
Notice
With the Arbor Day approaching, all exchange students are invited to join in the upcoming tree planting activity in People’s Park this Sunday, March 12th. This event aims to promote environmental awareness and to enhance our commitment to green living.
It starts at 8:00 am, with a short briefing on tree planting techniques and safety precautions. Participants will then be divided into groups and given seedlings by the park’s staff, and proceed to the designated area in the park. Lunch will be provided at mid-afternoon, followed by a short break before the activity is completed.
To ensure a smooth experience, it’s highly recommended to wear comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor activities and bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. Don’t forget instruments of labor, say, a spade or a bucket.
Look forward to an enjoyable and fulfilling day with you!
Student Union
【参考范文】
Finally Amy got up from her seat. The bright girl, on the verge of tears, flew to Confucius like a gust of wind. “No!” We let out a deafening roar in chaos, with a noisy discussion hanging over the classroom. “The rule!” Mr. Williams’s warning echoed in Amy’s mind repeatedly. “Under no circumstances are you to touch the fish.” Hesitantly, she took a step back. Confucius lay on the ground, with its mouth gasping for air and its tail gradually stopping swinging. We all sat frozen in place, and just watched, at a loss what to do in panic. At this critical moment Amy had an idea. She put the plastic bag over her hand swiftly, picked Confucius up like a live grenade and put it back into the tank. Thankfully, the lovely creature came to life in the water. It swam merrily, as if to express its gratitude to the sweet angel Amy.
Relieved, we turned our eyes to Mr. Williams. Unfortunately, Mr. Williams, with a severe look on his face, told Amy to pack her bags and suspended her from school for two days. “Are you serious ” We were all babbling, wearing a woebegone expression. But Mr. Williams did not show the slightest inclination to change. We flocked to the tank, and pressed our faces up to the glass to watch Confucius, wallowing in our guilt. Just then, Amy raised her heroic hand high, still wrapped in the plastic bag. “Look!” A confident smile spread across her lips. She didn’t touch the fish directly with her fingers. That was not against the rule. Mr. Williams nodded in agreement and went back to lecturing. Delighted and feeling proud of Amy, we all cast eyes now and then on Amy, who invited us to witness how smart it was to apply rules flexibly without violating principles.

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