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福州延安中学2024届高三第二次模拟考
英 语
（满分150分 完卷时间120分钟）
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 (共 5 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 7.5 分)
听下面 5 段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有 10 秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What has the man been doing
A. Doing his work. B. Revising for tests. C. Planning for his vacation.
2. When was the man waken up
A. At 6:00. B. At 7:00. C. At 8:00.
3. What will the man do next month
A. Work with the woman. B. Turn in his resignation letter.
C. Devote himself to his own business.
4. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. At a bank. B. At a shop. C. At a gym.
5. What does the woman think of the hotel
A. It’s expensive. B. It’s untidy. C. It’s poorly equipped.
第二节 (共 15 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 22.5 分)
听下面 5 段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题 5 秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出 5 秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What kind of car did the man book
A. A mid-size car. B. A small car. C. An SUV.
7. What does the man have to do at last
A. Cancel the reservation. B. Change to another model.
C. Wait patiently for the desired car.
听第 7 段材料，回答第 8、9 题。
8. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. The woman’s job. B. The woman’s boss. C. The woman’s workmates.
9. What happened last week
A. The staff had trouble locking the cafe. B. The woman met a rude customer.
C. The workers left work early.
听第 8 段材料，回答第 10 至 12 题。
10. What does the woman say about the first package
A. It is basic and slow. B. It includes a wireless router.
C. It offers a free personal firewall.
11. How much will the man pay each month
A. $30. B. $50. C. $100.
12. Why does the woman say the man is lucky
A. The package price is lower. B. The pen drive is cheaper.
C. The setting-up is free.
听第 9 段材料，回答第 13 至 16 题。
13. What do we know about the museum
A. It can be explored in one day. B. It houses a good many exhibits.
C. It can hold thousands of people at one time.
14. Where are the speakers
A. In Egypt. B. In the U.K. C. In Greece.
15. What did the speakers fail to see
A. The modern artwork. B. The ancient sculptures. C. The American carvings.
16. When will the museum close
A. At 3:00. B. At 4:00. C. At 5:00.
听第 10 段材料，回答第 17 至 20 题。
17. What is the common belief about our brain’s processing speed
A. It reaches its peak at the age of 20. B. It doesn’t decrease before 40.
C. It remains constant until 60.
18. What was the age range of the people included in the study
A. From 10 to 60. B. From 20 to 80. C. From 10 to 80.
19. Why do older people make decision more slowly according to Dr. von Krause
A. They become more careful. B. They process information slower.
C. They need more time to get information.
20. What benefit can people get from the study
A. It may help increase the mental processing speed.
B. It may improve people’s ability to concentrate.
C. It may contribute to the research on diseases.
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
The traditional Chinese solar calendar divides the year into 24 solar terms. Grain Rain, as the last term in spring, originates from the old saying, “Rain brings up the growth of hundreds of grains.”
Key time for agriculture
Grain Rain falls between the end of spring and the beginning of summer, with infrequent cold air moving to the south and lingering cold air in the north. It brings a marked increase in temperature and rainfall and the grains grow faster and stronger. It’s a key time to protect the crops from insect pests.
Drinking tea
There is an old custom in southern China that people drink tea on the day of Grain Rain. Spring tea during Grain Rain is rich in vitamins and amino acids, which can help to remove heat from the body and is good for the eyes.
Eating toona sinensis
People in northern China have the tradition to eat toona sinensis during Grain Rain. An old Chinese saying goes, “Toona sinensis before the rain is as tender as silk.”The vegetable is nutritious and can help to strengthen the immune system.
Grain Rain Festival
The Grain Rain Festival is celebrated by fishing villages in the coastal areas of northern China. Grain Rain marks the start of the fishermen’s first voyage of the year. People worship the sea and stage sacrifice rites on the Grain Rain Festival, praying for a bountiful harvest and a safe voyage for their loved ones.
21．Why is Grain Rain important for agriculture
A．It marks the end of cold weather. B．It brings a slight climatic variation.
C．It creates a chance for pests to multiply. D．It provides increased rainfall for crop growth.
22．Why do people eat toona sinensis during Grain Rain
A．To enjoy its best taste. B．To improve their vision.
C．To get rid of heat of the body. D．To make their skin smooth.
23．What’s the significance of Grain Rain in the coastal northern China
A．A sign of the end of bitter winter. B．The arrival of the fishing season.
C．A celebration of a religious festival. D．A pray for an abundant tea harvest.
B
Residing on Hainan, US-raised Xie Fei has established an extensive private museum, filled with his personal collections. Items from NBA stars Michael Jordan and Kobe feature significantly in Xie’s Tianfu Sports Museum. These items mark the beginning of his collection journey.
Around in 2002, he started his own business, a resort hotel highlighting local coffee and showcasing his sports collections to appeal to tourists. Indeed, many tourists expressed an interest in the exhibition, leading to eventually the official opening of his own museum. At that time, Xie, who was still not fluent in Mandarin, found that the museum could be a bridge connecting him to others. His collection began to expand beyond the NBA, embracing richer Chinese items. Since then, he has been searching for more Chinese sports items to add to his collection.
As his valuable collection expanded, he began to feel more responsibility. He decided to donate his more than 2,000 items to the government, while continuing to exhibit them for free in his museum. He funds the museum’s maintenance with the proceeds from his hotel and often invites sports experts to hold activities there.
In recent years, he has frequently taken items from his collection to schools to teach children about the history of Chinese sports. Xie also started collecting local sports memorabilia（纪念品）, During this process, he found that records of local sports history were incomplete, so he contacted local scholars and began compiling and filling in the gaps. From the medal of Hainan’s first-ever Games to the traditional sports equipment of local Li and Miao people, after several years of effort, Xie’s museum has been able to organize a special Hainan sports exhibition, while also diving into more detailed historical research.
But the collector’s efforts do not stop there. Looking forward, he has set a new goal. “I want to build a new museum, one that features only Hainan sports memorabilia,” Xiesays,“I want everyone to know how vibrant Hainan’s sports culture is.”
24．Why did Xie Fei open the Tianfu Sports Museum
A．Tourists enjoyed his sports equipment.
B．He was motivated to promote Hainan.
C．His resort hotel rose to fame overnight.
D．People were fascinated by his collections.
25．How did Xie keep the museum running
A．By raising money from the the public.
B．By being financed by the government.
C．By working as a part-time teacher.
D．By supporting it with the hotel income.
26．What can be inferred based on the fourth paragraph
A．Xie will participate in the sports games.
B．His hard work and dedication were fruitful.
C．Ethnic items will be collected nationwide.
D．Xie is passionate about tourist development.
27．Which of the following can best describe Xie from his words
A．Independent. B．Ambitious. C．Considerate. D．Cautious.
C
Mosquitoes can carry various diseases and one of the most popular is dengue（登革热）. Dengue is caused by any one of the four related viruses spread by mosquitoes, because of which numerous Filipinos died. One of the easiest ways to prevent mosquitoes is to use repellents. In the market, there are many commercial mosquito repellents available. The commonly used repellent in the Philippines is quite unaffordable. Meanwhile, it contains chemicals that may cause irritation（刺激）. These account for why researchers seek to develop an alternative mosquito repellent.
The researchers plan to use natural components. Since the component is natural, the new mosquito repellent to be made from it is effective yet inexpensive and poses no risks to health or environment. One of the major components being explored is from lemongrass.
Lemongrass has natural anti-microbial features, suitable for use on various types of skin infections, usually as a wash, and is especially effective on skin diseases. It has mosquito repelling effects and is used to make a mosquito repellent. In using this product, you will spray it over all exposed skin areas. Contact with eyes should be avoided. If irritation occurs, wash off immediately and discontinue using. The very importance of this product is to prevent the spread of multiple diseases caused by mosquito bites. The new mosquito repellent containing lemongrass extract（提取物）also helps control the outbreak of other insect-borne diseases such as Malaria, Lyme Disease and West Nile Fever. After all, lemongrass is a popular plant found commonly in the country and its extract is used for medicinal and food products.
The new study is significant because there’s an increasing number of deaths concerning mosquitoes. While there are alternative solutions, Filipino s cannot deny their brothers and sisters living in poverty cannot afford to buy repellents. Yet, currently the researchers aim to test how effective their natural product is in repelling mosquitoes within households. This initial study will evaluate the product’s effectiveness before further trials in broader applications.
28．Why do the researchers want to create an alternative repellent
A．The effect of original products is doubted.
B．There are too many mosquitoes to get rid of.
C．The providers fail to meet the market demands.
D．The existing products are costly and harmful.
29．What makes lemongrass extract an ideal choice for the mosquito repellent
A．Its unique property. B．Its distributing style.
C．Its easy extracting. D．Its lower risk on eyes.
30．What can be inferred about the mosquito repellent from the last paragraph
A．It will be long before being evaluated.
B．It is a popular mosquito-proof product.
C．Its cheapness is its crucial selling point.
D．Its natural makeup often appeal to its users.
31．What can be a suitable title for the text
A．A Therapy Fighting back Mosquitoes
B．An Cost-Effective Natural Mosquito Repellent
C．Dengue: A common Disease from Mosquitoes
D．Lemongrass: A Compound Extract from Nature
D
Charles Darwin found inspiration for his theory of evolution in birds’ beaks, giant tortoise shells—and language.“The survival of certain favored words in the struggle for existence is natural selection,” he wrote in The Descent of Man in 1871．
Language gradually shifts over time. Much research examines how social and environmental factors influence language change, but ignores the forces of human cognitive selection that fix certain words into the lexicon（词汇表）. For an extensive new study published recently, scientists investigated just that.
In an experiment like a game of telephone, thousands of participants read English-language stories and rewrote them to be read by other participants, who then rewrote them for others. Only certain words from the first stories survived in the final versions. Researchers analyzed the word types speakers consistently favored, theorizing that such preferences drive language change over time. The scientists also separately analyzed two large collections of English historical texts from the past two centuries, containing more than 40 billion words—again seeing only certain types survive.
The end result shows three properties that give words an “evolutionary advantage” by helping them stick in the brain: First, words typically acquired at an early age（such as “hand,” “uncle”or “today”）are stabler. Next, concrete words linger（逗留）better than abstract ones: “dog” persists longer than “animal,” which persists longer than “organism.” Lastly, emotionally exciting words—whether negative or positive—tend to endure.
Early language-evolution models assumed that language becomes increasingly complex over time. But Fritz Breithaupt, a cognitive scientist, says the new study supports a more recent theory that language ultimately gets more efficient and easier to understand. Still, as the study notes, “the English language is not baby talk.” Breithaupt explains: “Yes, we shift toward simple language, but then we also grab complex language that we need.” New words that address the complexities of modern life may somewhat balance out this shift.
Columbia University linguist McWhorter more or less agrees with the study’s results about evolutionary advantages within language. He questions, however, implications regarding the overall efficiency of English—a language which contains things like “needlessly complex” grammatical traces.
32．What does the new study concentrate on
A．The impact of cognitive selection.
B．The perspective of Charles Darwin.
C．The effectiveness of preserved words.
D．The importance of natural environment.
33．What may make a word gain evolutionary advantage
A．Its stability in word-building. B．Its more abstract meaning.
C．Its strong emotional information. D．Its simple grammatical structure.
34．What phenomenon does the underlined “this shift” in Paragraph 5refer to
A．Communication gets more complex.
B．Humans prefer to use simpler language.
C．Language is getting less understandable.
D．New words can interpret modern life easily.
35．What does McWhorter imply about English
A．It has an evolutionary advantage.
B．It keeps the grammatical traces.
C．It should be simplified sometimes.
D．People should embrace its changes.
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
The Debate on Drinking Coffee on an Empty Stomach
There’s a popular belief that drinking coffee on an empty stomach can damage the stomach lining（胃粘膜）. This article investigates the validity of these claims and explores the broader influences for gut（肠道）health.
36 But some worry this habit could harm their stomachs. Claims on social media suggest that such a practice could lead to various illnesses. However, Kim Barrett, a physiology professor, assures that the stomach is strong, equipped with protective mechanisms like a thick liquid layer that protects it from potential irritants such as coffee.
While substances like alcohol are known to alter the stomach’s defenses, research, a 2013 study of over 8,000 participants living in Japan, shows no substantial link between coffee consumption and the development of ulcers（溃疡）. 37
The idea that coffee induces stomach acid production is well-established, which could theoretically lead to heartburn, especially if consumed on an empty stomach. 38 A 2014 review found no connection between coffee and heartburn, whereas a 2020 study indicated a possible increase in heartburn symptoms among habitual coffee drinkers.
If you experience discomfort after drinking coffee, consider cutting down the consumption. 39 That means you drink less coffee in a way. For those who tolerate it well, there’s no need to alter your routine.
While the debate on the impact of drinking coffee on an empty stomach continues, the evidence leans more towards its safety rather than harm. Monitoring personal symptoms and making small adjustments can help individuals enjoy coffee without discomfort. 40 And what works for one person might not for another.
A．Adding some milk can also help.
B．However, studies offer mixed results.
C．Remember, individual responses can vary.
D．Nonetheless, coffee does have an effect on the gut.
E．There’s more evidence for coffee’s benefits than harms.
F．Many people start their day with a cup before eating anything.
G．It suggests that coffee doesn’t harm the stomach lining directly.
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
In the town of Riverbridge, life was simple. The townsfolk knew each other, and the most exciting event was the weekly 41 written by a 15-year-old boy named Kally Mahzoo.
One day, a hobo（流浪汉）arrived and 42 a camp under the bridge. Before long, local stores began reporting 43 . The townsfolk were quick to point fingers at the stranger. Kally, however, was not 44 . He decided to investigate, visiting the stores. He noted the items stolen— 45 food and necessities. He then went to the hobo’s 46 and asked him about the thefts. The hobo 47 any involvement, his eyes reflecting sincerity. Kally believed him but needed 48 .
Over the next few days, Kally kept a close eye on the stores. He noticed the stolen items were always from the 49 shelves, easily accessible to a child. Hiding behind a barrel, he watched as a group of children entered the store. As the store owner was busy 50 to customers, one of the children slipped a loaf of bread into his bag. Kally had found the suspects. The children, 51 red-handed, confessed to the thefts. Their families were too poor to afford even the 52 . Kally wrote about his findings in his column, clearing the hobo’s name. The townsfolk, 53 of their quick judgement, apologized to the hobo. The store owners, 54 the children’s dilemma, decided to help their families.
Life returned to its simple rhythm, but with a newfound respect for the young boy. And under the bridge, a sign was fixed that read, “Never 55 a book by its cover.”
41．A．column B．figure C．schedule D．novel
42．A．took down B．put away C．set up D．pulled over
43．A．challenges B．thefts C．discounts D．courses
44．A．relieved B．frightened C．satisfied D．convinced
45．A．hardly B．mostly C．seriously D．narrowly
46．A．town B．store C．rescue D．camp
47．A．broke B．denied C．witnessed D．forgot
48．A．experience B．service C．evidence D．honesty
49．A．lower B．cheaper C．stronger D．cleaner
50．A．attending B．adapting C．contributing D．pointing
51．A．scared B．criticized C．caught D．beaten
52．A．services B．educations C．facilities D．basics
53．A．fond B．ashamed C．capable D．tired
54．A．realizing B．solving C．doubting D．proving
55．A．doubt B．write C．judge D．promote
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。
Stretching from east to west for over 60 kilometers, Songshan Mountain is acclaimed in folklore（民俗学）as the “origin of all mountains”. Its well-preserved angular rock shapes 56 （form）by three violent movements in the earth’s crust, and the most recent happened 570 million years ago, 57 the Himalayas and the entire Qinling Range were submerged under the sea.
However, it is the 1,529-year-old Shaolin Temple, 58 （locate）in a mountain forest near Dengfeng, and its style of kung fu that have left the biggest impression on the world. Today, Shaolin Temple attracts 59 （rough）7 million Chinese and international tourists and martial arts enthusiasts every year.
While the area is famous around the world for Shaolin Kung Fu, it is also becoming known for other cultural 60 （aspect）including Chan Wu Yi, which combines Zen meditation, kung fu and traditional Chinese medicine, and has been promoted by Master Shi Dejian for 30 years.
In 1994, Master Shi Dejian, under the 61 （guide）of his teacher, started the restoration of the academy’s damaged buildings 62 （study）and promote Chan Wu Yi. Eleven years later, with Shi Dejian 63 （work）as its director, the Songshan Chan Wu Yi Research Institute was established. “It has become 64 normal part of our lives to practise internal cultivation, and 65 can be said that Chan Wu Yi is our basic way of life.” he said.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
毕业之际，学校英文报开展“照片里的高中故事”征文活动。请你选一张记录自己校园生活精彩瞬间的照片，并为该照片写一段英文解读，内容包括：
1．照片介绍。
2．个人感悟
注意：1．写作词数应为80左右；开头已给出，不计入总词数；
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
This photo is about…
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。
Have you ever been so depressed that you can't sleep You also can't eat.You can't read.You have no friends to call up and nothing is good on TV.So you sigh,press your face down harder into your pillow,and shed a few tears.
This was my life two years ago.I had just turned 14 but already found life a struggle.As I lay in my bed one Saturday,Mom peeked(瞄)into my room to make her regular “Is Emily still alive”check.I knew that if I spent more time like this,she would begin dusting me.After suggesting a few things for me to do that I immediately rejected,Mom made her move,“Emily!Get dressed!I'm taking the dog out for a walk,and you're coming with me!” “Why ”I protested.“Because it'll make you feel better.” The thought of moving was unbearable.I felt as if all of my body parts were weighed down by tons of bricks. I couldn't remember the last time I had gone outside.Somehow I found the strength to slip on a pair of jeans and a black sweatshirt.Mom was waiting at the door,leash(狗绳)in hand and dog at her side.
Then,we stepped outside.It was a warm March day and it had been a long time since the warmth of the sun had touched my cheeks.Mom led the dog and me down some dirt paths,through a big field and reached Halsey Pond.But the signs of spring had yet to appear and the scene was rather colorless throughout the entire journey.
“I'm tired!It's boring,Mom!When can we go home "“Not yet,"she'd say.Mom stopped to say hi to every jogger,dog walker,runner,and bicyclist who passed us.Sometimes she would get into a conversation.They would talk about weather,dogs,and all small talk topics.She seemed happy,and was literally glowing(容光焕发).After walking for what seemed an age,Mom finally said it was time to go back.
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。
Paragraph 1:When I got home,a new feeling seemed to be awakened.
Paragraph 2:A new Saturday found me asking Mom if I could take the dog out.
答案
第一部分 听力1. B 2. C 3. C 4. A 5. C 6. A 7. B 8. B 9. A 10. A
11. B 12. C 13. B 14. B 15. A 16. C 17. A 18. C 19. A 20. C
第二部分 阅读理解（共20小题；每小题2.5分，满分50分）
21-23 DAB 24-27 DDBB 28-31 DACB 32-35ACBC 36-40 FGBAC
第三部分 英语知识运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
41-45ACBDB 46-50 DBCAA 51-55CDBAC
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
56．were formed 57．when 58．located 59．roughly 60．aspects
61．guidance 62．to study 63．working 64．a 65．it
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
This photo is about the most memorable moment in my high school life, when I joined the school choir and performed in a music competition.
We had been practicing for months, and the day finally arrived. As we stood on the stage, the spotlight shining on us, I felt a mix of excitement and nervousness. But as soon as we started singing, all my worries disappeared. We ended up winning the first prize, and I was completely overwhelmed by a sense of achieve ment. This experience taught me the power of team work and the importance of pursuing my passion.
High school has been a journey of growth, and I will cherish these moments forever.
录音稿
(Text 1)
M: It’s been a long time since I last saw you. Where have you been
W: The coming exams and plans are driving me crazy.
M: It’s the same for me. I’m up to my neck in preparing for the finals, but at least we’ll have a vacation soon.
(Text 2)
M: Why didn’t you wake me up at seven like I asked you to
W: Seven I thought you asked me not to wake you up at seven, so I let you sleep an hour longer!
(Text 3)
W: Are you leaving the company
M: Yes. I turned in my resignation letter last week. But I’ll still be here until the end of the month.
W: Are you planning to start your own business
M: Yes, I’ve been saving up money for the past two years getting ready to invest.
(Text 4)
W: Hello, I would like to check my balance. Here is my card.
M: OK. Please type in your password and press “Yes.” OK. You have $5,000 in your account.
(Text 5)
M: Anne, I’m booking our accommodations. How about this place It’s really inexpensive. And it’s as clean as any of these other places.
W: I don’t know. There’s no swimming pool … or air conditioning. Can’t we stay somewhere nice for a change
第一节到此结束。
第二节
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7两个小题。现在，你有10秒钟的时间阅读这两个小题。
(Text 6)
M: Hi, I made a reservation. The name is Jimmy Fox.
W: I’m sorry. We have no mid-size available at the moment.
M: I don’t understand. I made a reservation.
W: Yes, sir. Unfortunately, we ran out of those cars.
M: Well, the reservation keeps the car here. That’s why you have the reservation. But you just don’t hold the reservation and that’s really the most important part of the reservation, the holding.
W: I’m really sorry, but we do have a small car or an SUV if you’d like.
M: Fine. I’ll take the SUV.
听下面一段对话，回答第8和第9两个小题。现在，你有10秒钟的时间阅读这两个小题。
(Text 7)
M: Hi, Emma. Are you enjoying your new Saturday job at the cafe
W: Yes, it’s fine.
M: What’s your boss like
W: Mr. Trent Oh, he’s very cheerful. He’s good to work for, because he’s patient and he always tries to help if you don’t understand something. And he’s loyal, too. Sometimes the customers can be a bit rude, but Mr. Trent always defends the people who work at the cafe.
M: He sounds like an ideal boss.
W: Well, yes and no. He’s very easy-going, but that means that he can be a bit lazy sometimes and unreliable. Like last week he went home early, but he took the keys with him, so we couldn’t leave the cafe when we finished until the keys were sent back.
听下面一段对话，回答第10至第12三个小题。现在，你有15秒钟的时间阅读这三个小题。
(Text 8)
W: Welcome to Galanet. How can I help you
M: Hi. I would like to get an Internet plan for my house.
W: Of course. We have three different plans with different prices you can choose from. The first one is the cheapest which is thirty dollars a month. This is for broadband Internet with a download speed of five hundred and twelve kbps.
M: Well, I want to be able to get online, playing games, chatting with my friends and watching movies.
W: Well, this connection might be a bit too slow for your needs. I suggest you get the package for fifty dollars a month. This package also includes a wireless router and a personal firewall absolutely free!
M: Do I have to pay extra fees
W: Luckily for you, this month we aren’t charging for setting up. You are saving yourself 100 dollars right there! And we’ll throw in this pen drive!
M: Awesome!
听下面一段对话，回答第13至第16四个小题。现在，你有20秒钟的时间阅读这四个小题。
(Text 9)
W: The artworks and artifacts in this museum are incredible.
M: I know. I can’t believe there is such a wide collection of pieces from different parts of the world.
W: Yeah, we’ve seen sculptures from ancient Egypt and Greece, as well as carvings from North and South America.
M: I don’t think we’ll be able to see all of the exhibits in a single day. I wish we had more time.
W: You’re right. I heard there are thousands of items on display here.
M: Do you think we should go back tomorrow
W: I’m not sure. There are still lots of other great sites around London.
M: Oh, look at this. It’s a brochure for virtual tours of the museum.
W: That’s so cool. Look! We can take a virtual tour of the modern artwork showcase that we skipped this morning.
M: Nice. Let’s do that once we’re home from our trip.
W: OK. It’s 4 p.m. now, so we’ve still got an hour to wander around the museum until it closes.
M: Hey, let’s check out the exhibit on Northern India. That looks really cool.
W: Great idea!
听下面一段独白，回答第17至第20四个小题。现在，你有20秒钟的时间阅读这四个小题。
(Text 10)
M: Scientists in Germany have cast doubt on a previously believed assumption that the processing speed of our brain starts to decline from the age of 20. Until now, it has been thought that our level of understanding peaks when we are 20 and declines thereafter. Lead researcher doctor Mischa von Krause, of Heidelberg University, offered hope to older people who worry about increasing forgetfulness or reduced brainpower. He said mental abilities were still powerful at the age of 60 and do not decrease before then.
The study was based on data from over 1.1 million people, aged between 10 and 80 years old. The results showed that our mental processing speed remains relatively constant until the age of 60, but does start to decline from our seventh decade. The researchers said people’s mental processing speed actually increases in their 20s and remains high until 60. Dr. von Krause said until older adulthood, the speed of information processing in the task they studied hardly changed. He added that older people do take longer to make decisions, but said this was because we become more cautious and responsible as we age. The study could cast light on diseases such as Alzheimer’s.
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