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钦州市2024年春季学期高二期末教学质量监测
英语试卷
注意事项：
1. 答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号、座位号填写在答题卡上。
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. Which is the right gate for the man’s flight
A. Gate 18. B. Gate 19. C. Gate 20.
2. How does the woman usually go to work
A. By bus. B. On foot. C. By taxi.
3. Who is the man choosing T-shirts for
A. His friends. B. The coaches. C. His teammates.
4. How is the man probably feeling now
A. Unhappy. B. Tired. C. Worried
5. When will the woman visit the man’s class
A. Today. B. Tomorrow. C. Next Monday.
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。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. Where does the man want to go
A. To the library. B. To the lab. C. To the café.
7. What is the man’s major
A. Chemistry. B. Physics. C. Biology.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. Where is the man’s mother now
A. In the office. B. At home. C. In the hospital.
9. Why will the man ask for a week off
A. He has to see a doctor.
B. He wants to look for a cleaner.
C. He needs to look after his mother.
10. What does the woman think of the man
A. He is considerate. B. He is helpful to her. C. He is a successful man.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What does the man say about the winter in New Work
A. It’s cold and wet. B. The wind is strong. C. The air is heavy.
12. What do we know about the man
A. He is leaving New York.
B. He likes the autumn in New York.
C. He doesn’t know New York well.
13 What does the man think is the most unpleasant part of the weather in New York
A. It’s hot in summer. B. It rains all year round. C. It’s very changeable.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. What will Susan do to help John
A. Take over his work. B. Take care of his cousin. C. Finish his term paper.
15. What will John do on Saturday
A. Have an interview. B. Attend a music festival. C. Work in the library.
16. What is the plan based on
A. The weather. B. Susan’s time. C. John’s cousin’s idea.
17. When will the speakers contact each other again
A. On Saturday night. B. On Friday night. C. On Thursday night.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What does the speaker usually do
A. She cares for wildlife.
B. She trains animals for fun.
C. She does research on wildlife.
19. What is Buddy
A. A lion. B. A giraffe. C. An elephant.
20. What can we learn about the animals on the farm
A. They are friendly to visitors.
B. They can’t adapt to the environment.
C. None of them are open to the public.
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、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Family Day 2024
Here are some exciting happenings at Ontario Parks this Family Day Weekend:
Family Day—Sleeping Giant Provincial Park
February 19
Join park staff at Sleeping Giant this Family Day to enjoy some outdoor activities including ice skating with neighbor campfire, winter hiking or walking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. The visitor centre will be open from 8:30 a. m. to 4:00 p. m.
The park gate will be closed and locked at 4:40p. m. Don’t forget to reserve your vehicle permit in advance!
Family Day—Bronte Creek Provincial Park
February 17
Spend an enjoyable day exploring the park trails, barns (仓棚), and outdoor play equipment. The play barn (for children 10 years and under) will be open from 9:00 a. m. to 4:00 p. m. Visit the children’s farm with a variety of animals, search for the park’s Gnome Road, or climb to the top of the hill and enjoy the views from the canyon scenic observation deck!
Fire and Stars Hikes—Sibbald Point Provincial Park
February 16&17
Visit Sibbald Point this winter for an evening journey along the Maidenhair Fern Trail, lit only by fire and the stars.
Hike between the hours of 6:30-9:30 p. m, on your own or join in a guided hike led by Discovery staff beginning at 6:30 p. m. This journey takes 1-1.5hours to complete dependent on your hiking pace.
Staff recommend bringing your own snowshoes, but they are optional depending on amount of snow fall. Be sure to check the Snow Report before you arrive!
Family Fishing Weekend
February 17—19
Do you know Canadians can fish licence-free from February 17 to February 19 What a great time to introduce your family to ice fishing! Find an event near you.
Safety should always be number one. Remember: Ice does not freeze at a uniform thickness. Always dress for the weather and layer up. Make sure you obey the rules and regulations of the body of water you’re fishing on too!
1. What should you do before attending the activities at Sleeping Giant
A. Bring your snowshoes. B. Apply for vehicle permit.
C. Check the snow report. D. Know about relevant rules.
2. How long will the play barn be open
A. For 5 hours. B. For 6 hours. C. For 7 hours. D. For 8 hours.
3. Which of the following requires attention to the thickness of ice
A. Family Day—Sleeping Giant Provincial Park.
B. Family Day—Bronte Creek Provincial Park.
C. Fire and Stars Hikes—Sibbald Point Provincial Park.
D. Family Fishing Weekend.
B
Juleus Ghunta is a published children’s author and award-winning poet. But growing up, he could barely read. Ghunta’s family lived in a rural part of Western Jamaica. His mother often had to make tough choices about how to use their limited resources, including a decision to send his oldest sister to school, and to keep Ghunta at home.
When Ghunta finally went to school, he couldn’t catch up on his reading skills. Not only had he been kept home from school as a child, but he had not been exposed to books. By the time he entered the sixth grade, he could spell his name, but he still couldn’t make out words. spell, or read with understanding.
When Ghunta was about 12, a young teacher decided to start a special reading program for struggling students. Ghunta was the first student to sign up. The teacher was incredibly kind to him. She did not ask anything of Ghunta, except that he worked hard and believed in himself.
Under her guidance, Ghunta’s reading skills finally started to improve. He started to feel more confident. “She had left me with the gift of literacy,” he said, “and with the value as a human being.” His life took a new direction. He graduated from elementary school with a number of academic awards, including one for “most improved in reading”. He went on to college. Today, he is the author of two children’s books, about overcoming difficult experiences in childhood. He’s now working on his first full-length collection of poetry.
“I would love her to see the significant impact that she has made on my life, and the ways in which I have carried this memory of her—the hope and the light—with me and how it continues to be a source of joy.”
4. What do we know about Ghunta’s family
A. The family lived a poor life.
B. Their house sat in the urban area.
C. His mother had no choice of resources.
D. The family was supported by his parents.
5. Which word best describes Ghunta before meeting the young teacher
A. Lazy. B. Impatient. C. Unconfident. D. Careless.
6. What can be inferred about the teacher’s impact on Ghunta’s life beyond literacy
A. She encouraged him to pursue a career in education.
B. She helped him get a sense of self-worth and hope.
C. She introduced him to the world of professional writing.
D. She provided him with financial support for his education.
7. What can be the best title for the text
A. Poor Students Finding Help B. A College Shaping Someone
C. The Pain Brought By The Poor Life D. Life Led In A New Direction
C
The world’s oceans, lakes and rivers are under increasing pressure from climate change, growing demand, urbanization, and pollution, threatening their ability to sustain life.
“Without better data to understand the health of increasingly stressed waterways, the fight to save these most precious resources will be ineffective,” said the co-founder of a technology company. “Virtually every waterway is polluted to an extent where the ecosystem just can’t balance back anymore,” he explains.
The company is aiming to fill that information gap using fishlike robots that collect data from underwater environments. Powered by batteries, they are designed to look and swim like fish. The standard version is about 1.3 meters long and weighs 30 kilograms and can be equipped with cameras and sensors to measure oxygen, salinity (盐度) and PH levels.
The founder was motivated to build the robots after his eight-year-old daughter learned about the ocean crisis and asked him to help protect the seas. He says it’s important that the robots can integrate into natural habitats — swimming among other creatures without disturbing them and moving around obstacles smoothly.
The company has put its technology to use in different regions. It has operated in both fresh and saltwater, near dams, and in harbors and fish farms, checking things like water quality and fish health and collecting data wherever they go. The CEO of the company said its technology could be used in the region for water management, sustainable aquaculture (水产养殖) operations, and monitoring the health of corals.
Still, the company has some blocks to clear before its fishlike robots will be seen cruising (游弋) through the world’s waterways. “We need capital to commercialize,” said the CEO, “but there are very few people who are willing to actually support those that are doing frontier technologies in the waterways.” The founder hopes more funding will follow. He said, “Investors should absolutely wake up.”
8. What is the purpose of the first two paragraphs
A. To introduce the topic of the text.
B. To state the importance of the text.
C. To explain the urgency of water resources.
D. To weaken the seriousness of water pollution.
9. Which is one of the advantages of the robots
A. They can imitate other fishes.
B. They can easily catch children’s eyes.
C. They work efficiently under the water.
D. They can swim without being recharged.
10. What is paragraph 5 mainly about
A. The launch of a new program. B. The application of the technology.
C. Management of the company. D. Development of the company.
11. What problem does the company face currently
A. How to make people focus on technology.
B. How to keep investors positive.
C. How to produce more robots.
D. How to collect more money.
D
For centuries, explorers have searched for the fountain of youth. Surprisingly, the secret to staying young might have been within us all along. Amor, a scientist, and colleagues have discovered that T cells can be reprogrammed to fight aging, so to speak.
Given the right genetic changes, these white blood cells can attack another group of cells known as senescent (衰老的) cells, which are thought to be responsible for many of the diseases we fight with later in life. Senescent cells are those that stop replicating (再生). As we age, they build up in our bodies, resulting in some diseases.
While several existing drugs can eliminate these cells, many must be taken repeatedly over time. As an alternative, Amor and colleagues turned to a “living” drug called CAR (chimeric antigen receptor)T cells.
They discovered CART cells could be used to rid of senescent cells in mice. As a result, the mice ended up living healthier lives. They had lower body weight, improved metabolism (新陈代谢), and increased physical activity. All these came without any tissue damage or side effects.
Perhaps the greatest power of CART cells is their long-lasting effects. The team found that just one dose (一剂) at a young age can have lifelong effects. That single treatment can protect against conditions that commonly occur later in life.
“T cells have the ability to develop memory and exist in your body for really long periods. which is very different from a chemical drug,” Amor explained.
Amor’s lab is now investigating whether CART cells let mice live not only healthier but also longer. If so, society will be one step closer to the fountain of youth.
12. What discovery have scientists made about T cells and aging
A. T cells cause aging. B. Aging is caused by genetic changes.
C. Senescent cells are T cells. D. T cells can fight aging.
13. What does the underlined word “eliminate” in paragraph 3 mean
A. Sustain. B. Remove. C. Cue. D. Polish.
14. Which effect of CART cells on young mice does the text emphasize
A. Short-term activity increase. B. Immediate weight reduction.
C. Lifelong health enhancement. D. Temporary metabolic improvement.
15. What is Amor’s attitude to the future of employing CAR T cells
A. Optimistic. B. Doubtful. C. Critical. D. Unclear.
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。
Workplace recognition is a powerful way of making employees feel valued and enhancing their performance. ____16____
Make people feel valued
Employees want to know that they are making a difference in what they do—big or small—and workplace recognition can make a considerable difference. ____17____ One of them focused on the impact of letters of appreciation. The letters roughly read: Your continued dedication and hard work make children and families in the region better off every day. Appreciation can greatly improve morale(士气).
Improve employees’ retention (保留)
____18____ Not only does this boost their confidence, but it also helps improve your company’s retention rate and secure top talent. It is predicted that replacing a salaried worker costs 6-9 months of the position’s annual wages.
Boost motivation and productivity
A study found that employee engagement, productivity, and performance are 14% higher in organizations with a specific recognition programme in place. ____19____ It means that your team is more present in their day-to-day roles, they produce optimal work quality and feel personally connected to the company and the work they do for its growth. Ultimately, workplace recognition leads to happy, driven, and productive workers.
Improve employees’ well-being
It’s common for businesses of all sizes to experience stressful periods. ____20____ Especially when your team is small and the workload high, people can feel extensive burnout and stress, leading to time off work. Gratitude increases our positive emotions, like happiness, making us more resilient against future stress.
A. How does this benefit the organizations
B. What exactly does this mean for businesses
C. Here are some tips on securing workplace recognition.
D. When your workers are happy, they’re less likely to leave.
E. The Harvard Business Review conducted a series of studies on workplace morale.
F. But small companies and start-ups require more work and attention to develop.
G. Here are the benefits of workplace recognition for both employers and employees.
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。
I was born in a small town in Vadodara City. Gujarat. India, with cerebral palsy (脑瘫). My ____21____activity was restricted, which meant that a world of limitations lay ahead of me. Doubts about my ____22____ are common. Few people know that my life will become a living testamenty (证明) to how much one person can ____23____ with support and training, even if we have to face great ____24____.
Although I was rejected by many at first when I ____25____ schools the principal of St. Teresa’s School warmly embraced me. Her ____26____ and that of some teachers and classmates really helped me throughout my school life. Taking me to the bathroom, taking notes for me in class — these daily gestures of ____27____ really helped me because I couldn’t walk on my own and I was a(n) ____28____ writer. With their help, I made progress both ____29____ and personally.
After I successfully completed college, my family and friends ____30____ me to open a computer training center. It became a place of power where I taught ____31____ skills to over a thousand people. Students with cerebral palsy are ____32____ how to solve the problems they face. I enjoy their success and feel comforted by my lasting ____33____ on their lives.
I hope my story shows that with determination and strong ____34____. we can all overcome our limitations and ____35____ a more inclusive and understanding world.
21. A. favorite B. brain C. future D. physical
22. A. fortune B. potential C. appearance D. existence
23. A. achieve B. overcome C. desire D. expect
24. A. dangers B. anxieties C. opportunities D. challenges
25. A. got into B. picked up C. applied for D. joined in
26. A. support B. trust C. focus D. confidence
27. A. friendship B. beauty C. kindness D. closeness
28. A. only B. slow C. eager D. big
29. A. logically B. mentally C. gradually D. academically
30. A. ordered B. allowed C. encouraged D. forced
31. A. curious B. valuable C. social D. complicated
32. A. taught B. determined C. advised D. displayed
33. A. plan B. impact C. goal D. topic
34 A. body B. relation C. function D. faith
35. A. break B. encounter C. create D. touch
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。
The Science Museum in the UK is holding an exhibition called “Zimingzhong: Clockwork Treasures from China’s Forbidden City”. The exhibition features 23 clocks, mainly ____36____ (collect) by three Qing emperors. The clocks aim to tell some ____37____ (story) about the meaning of technology and skills, as well as the people and cultures ____38____ appeared during this small window of trade between Britain and China.
“The Emperors and Zimingzhong” section of the exhibition reveals the important role played ____39____ zimingzhong in early cultural exchanges. In the early 17th century, missionaries tried to please the Qing emperors by ____40____ (send) them delicately made automatic devices.
In the middle section of the exhibition, a scale model of the Chinese water-powered “escapement” reveals that in ____41____ year 1088, during the Song Dynasty, Su Song created the ____42____ (world) first water-powered astronomical clock tower. In the 1960s, scholars rediscovered an ancient text about it. This ____43____ (discover) challenges the long-held idea that mechanical clocks originated ____44____ (entire) in Europe.
Zimingzhong initially ______45______ (enter) China from Guangzhou, Guangdong Province. Following this year-long trade route, British businessmen, upon reaching the coastal areas of China, purchased sought-after goods, including silk, tea and porcelain.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华，你的英国笔友Martin即将来你校做交换生。请你给他发一封电子邮件，内容包括：
1. 表示欢迎；
2. 你的安排；
3. 期待他的到来。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80个左右：
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Martin
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
47. 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。
About 15years ago Oliver Muensterer packed his suitcase and traveled from his home in Leipzig, Germany to a town a few hours away. He had a job interview, so he arrived the evening beforehand, feeling a mix of nervousness and excitement about the opportunity that lay ahead.
When he woke up the next morning, the sunlight filtering through the curtains cast a warm glow in the hotel room. As he took a shower and started to get dressed, his mind raced with thoughts of the upcoming interview. The realization that he had forgotten to pack a white dress shirt struck him like a bolt of lightning, causing his heart to skip a beat.
“I thought I had prepared perfectly for everything. I had a tie; I had my suit; but somehow I had forgotten the shirt,” Muensterer muttered to himself, a touch of frustration in his voice.
This discovery sent Muensterer into a panic. He rushed down to the lobby (大厅) and went to the front desk to ask the man behind the counter if he could suggest a nearby store where he could buy a new shirt.
Approaching the front desk, he quickly explained his problem to the man behind the counter, desperation evident in his voice and behaviour.
“I’m really in a lot of trouble. I will have this really important job interview in an hour. And somehow I forgot my dress shirt at home.” Muensterer explained.
Muensterer’s heart raced as he stood at the front desk, his desperation palpable in the way his fingers tapped nervously against the polished wood. Every passing second felt like a lifetime as he awaited the front desk attendant’s response. The weight of the coming interview hung heavy on his shoulders, each breath a struggle against the choking panic. Yet, a glimmer of hope flickered within him as he asked assistance, his eyes searching desperately for any sign of solution. Would this stranger truly hold the key to saving his chance at success
However, hardly had Muensterer finished his words when the man behind the counter said, “Don’t worry, sir, I have a solution.”
注意：
1.续写词数应为150个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Rather than directing Muensterer to a nearby shop, the desk attendant did something surprising.
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After the job interview, Muensterer returned to the front desk with the shirt in hand, along with a heart full of gratitude.
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钦州市2024年春季学期高二期末教学质量监测
英语试卷
注意事项：
1. 答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号、座位号填写在答题卡上。
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. Which is the right gate for the man’s flight
A. Gate 18. B. Gate 19. C. Gate 20.
2. How does the woman usually go to work
A. By bus. B. On foot. C. By taxi.
3 Who is the man choosing T-shirts for
A. His friends. B. The coaches. C. His teammates.
4. How is the man probably feeling now
A. Unhappy. B. Tired. C. Worried
5. When will the woman visit the man’s class
A. Today. B. Tomorrow. C. Next Monday.
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。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. Where does the man want to go
A. To the library. B. To the lab. C. To the café.
7. What is the man’s major
A. Chemistry. B. Physics. C. Biology.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. Where is the man’s mother now
A. In the office. B. At home. C. In the hospital.
9. Why will the man ask for a week off
A. He has to see a doctor.
B. He wants to look for a cleaner.
C. He needs to look after his mother.
10. What does the woman think of the man
A. He is considerate. B. He is helpful to her. C. He is a successful man.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What does the man say about the winter in New Work
A. It’s cold and wet. B. The wind is strong. C. The air is heavy.
12. What do we know about the man
A. He is leaving New York.
B. He likes the autumn in New York.
C. He doesn’t know New York well.
13. What does the man think is the most unpleasant part of the weather in New York
A. It’s hot in summer. B. It rains all year round. C. It’s very changeable.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. What will Susan do to help John
A. Take over his work. B. Take care of his cousin. C. Finish his term paper.
15. What will John do on Saturday
A. Have an interview. B. Attend a music festival. C. Work in the library.
16. What is the plan based on
A. The weather. B. Susan’s time. C. John’s cousin’s idea.
17. When will the speakers contact each other again
A. On Saturday night. B. On Friday night. C. On Thursday night.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What does the speaker usually do
A. She cares for wildlife.
B. She trains animals for fun.
C. She does research on wildlife.
19. What is Buddy
A. A lion. B. A giraffe. C. An elephant.
20. What can we learn about the animals on the farm
A. They are friendly to visitors.
B. They can’t adapt to the environment.
C. None of them are open to the public.
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、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Family Day 2024
Here are some exciting happenings at Ontario Parks this Family Day Weekend:
Family Day—Sleeping Giant Provincial Park
February 19
Join park staff at Sleeping Giant this Family Day to enjoy some outdoor activities including ice skating with neighbor campfire, winter hiking or walking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. The visitor centre will be open from 8:30 a. m. to 4:00 p. m.
The park gate will be closed and locked at 4:40p. m. Don’t forget to reserve your vehicle permit in advance!
Family Day—Bronte Creek Provincial Park
February 17
Spend an enjoyable day exploring the park trails, barns (仓棚), and outdoor play equipment. The play barn (for children 10 years and under) will be open from 9:00 a. m. to 4:00 p. m. Visit the children’s farm with a variety of animals, search for the park’s Gnome Road, or climb to the top of the hill and enjoy the views from the canyon scenic observation deck!
Fire and Stars Hikes—Sibbald Point Provincial Park
February 16&17
Visit Sibbald Point this winter for an evening journey along the Maidenhair Fern Trail, lit only by fire and the stars.
Hike between the hours of 6:30-9:30 p. m, on your own or join in a guided hike led by Discovery staff beginning at 6:30 p. m. This journey takes 1-1.5hours to complete dependent on your hiking pace.
Staff recommend bringing your own snowshoes, but they are optional depending on amount of snow fall. Be sure to check the Snow Report before you arrive!
Family Fishing Weekend
February 17—19
Do you know Canadians can fish licence-free from February 17 to February 19 What a great time to introduce your family to ice fishing! Find an event near you.
Safety should always be number one. Remember: Ice does not freeze at a uniform thickness. Always dress for the weather and layer up. Make sure you obey the rules and regulations of the body of water you’re fishing on too!
1. What should you do before attending the activities at Sleeping Giant
A. Bring your snowshoes. B. Apply for vehicle permit.
C. Check the snow report. D. Know about relevant rules.
2. How long will the play barn be open
A. For 5 hours. B. For 6 hours. C. For 7 hours. D. For 8 hours.
3. Which of the following requires attention to the thickness of ice
A. Family Day—Sleeping Giant Provincial Park.
B. Family Day—Bronte Creek Provincial Park.
C. Fire and Stars Hikes—Sibbald Point Provincial Park.
D. Family Fishing Weekend.
【答案】1. B 2. C 3. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。介绍了这个周末家庭日在Ontario Parks举办的活动。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一个活动“Don’t forget to reserve your vehicle permit in advance!(别忘了提前预约车辆许可证！)”可知，参与该活动需要提前申请车辆许可证。故选B。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二个活动“The play barn (for children 10 years and under) will be open from 9:00 a. m. to 4:00 p. m.(游戏仓（10岁及以下儿童）开放时间为上午9点至下午4点)”可知，该游戏仓开放时间是7个小时。故选C。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一个活动“Safety should always be number one. Remember: Ice does not freeze at a uniform thickness.(安全永远是第一位的。记住：冰的厚度不是均匀的)”可知，冰钓活动需要关注冰层厚度以确保安全。故选D。
B
Juleus Ghunta is a published children’s author and award-winning poet. But growing up, he could barely read. Ghunta’s family lived in a rural part of Western Jamaica. His mother often had to make tough choices about how to use their limited resources, including a decision to send his oldest sister to school, and to keep Ghunta at home.
When Ghunta finally went to school, he couldn’t catch up on his reading skills. Not only had he been kept home from school as a child, but he had not been exposed to books. By the time he entered the sixth grade, he could spell his name, but he still couldn’t make out words. spell, or read with understanding.
When Ghunta was about 12, a young teacher decided to start a special reading program for struggling students. Ghunta was the first student to sign up. The teacher was incredibly kind to him. She did not ask anything of Ghunta, except that he worked hard and believed in himself.
Under her guidance, Ghunta’s reading skills finally started to improve. He started to feel more confident. “She had left me with the gift of literacy,” he said, “and with the value as a human being.” His life took a new direction. He graduated from elementary school with a number of academic awards, including one for “most improved in reading”. He went on to college. Today, he is the author of two children’s books, about overcoming difficult experiences in childhood. He’s now working on his first full-length collection of poetry.
“I would love her to see the significant impact that she has made on my life, and the ways in which I have carried this memory of her—the hope and the light—with me and how it continues to be a source of joy.”
4. What do we know about Ghunta’s family
A. The family lived a poor life.
B. Their house sat in the urban area.
C. His mother had no choice of resources.
D. The family was supported by his parents.
5. Which word best describes Ghunta before meeting the young teacher
A. Lazy. B. Impatient. C. Unconfident. D. Careless.
6. What can be inferred about the teacher’s impact on Ghunta’s life beyond literacy
A. She encouraged him to pursue a career in education.
B. She helped him get a sense of self-worth and hope.
C. She introduced him to the world of professional writing.
D. She provided him with financial support for his education.
7. What can be the best title for the text
A. Poor Students Finding Help B. A College Shaping Someone
C. The Pain Brought By The Poor Life D. Life Led In A New Direction
【答案】4. A 5. C 6. B 7. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。本文通过叙述Juleus Ghunta的成长经历，特别是他从几乎无法阅读到成为儿童书籍作者和获奖诗人的转变过程，展现了个人奋斗和他人帮助对他人生路径的深刻影响。
【4题详解】
推理判断题。由文章第一段中“Ghunta’s family lived in a rural part of Western Jamaica. His mother often had to make tough choices about how to use their limited resources, including a decision to send his oldest sister to school, and to keep Ghunta at home. (Ghunta的家人住在牙买加西部的农村地区。他的母亲经常不得不在如何使用有限的资源方面做出艰难的选择，包括决定送他的大姐去上学，以及让Ghunta留在家里。)”可知，Ghunta的母亲经常不得不就如何利用有限的资源做出艰难的选择。因此，Ghunta的家庭生活贫困。故选A。
【5题详解】
推理判断题。由文章第二段“When Ghunta finally went to school, he couldn’t catch up on his reading skills. Not only had he been kept home from school as a child, but he had not been exposed to books. By the time he entered the sixth grade, he could spell his name, but he still couldn’t make out words. spell, or read with understanding. (当Ghunta终于去上学时，他的阅读技能却跟不上了。他不仅小时候被关在家里不去上学，而且也没有接触过书本。当他上六年级的时候，他已经能拼出自己的名字了，但他还是不会发音。用理解拼写或阅读。)”和第四段中的“Under her guidance, Ghunta’s reading skills finally started to improve. He started to feel more confident. (在她的指导下，Ghunta的阅读能力终于开始提高。他开始觉得更自信了。)”可知，在遇到那位年轻教师之前，古特的阅读能力很差，到六年级时仍不能读懂单词，这使他在学习上落后，可以推断他的自信心是不足的。因此，最能描述他的词是Unconfident“不自信的”。故选C。
【6题详解】
推理判断题。由文章第四段中的““She had left me with the gift of literacy,” he said, “and with the value as a human being.” His life took a new direction. (“她给我留下了识字的礼物，”他说，“以及作为人的价值。”他的生活有了新的方向。)”及最后一段““I would love her to see the significant impact that she has made on my life, and the ways in which I have carried this memory of her—the hope and the light—with me and how it continues to be a source of joy.” (“我想让她看到她对我的生活产生的重大影响，以及我对她的记忆——希望和光明——的方式，以及它如何继续成为快乐的源泉。”)”可知，这位老师对古特的影响超出了识字本身，她帮助他获得了自我价值感和希望。故选B。
【7题详解】
主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是由文章第四段中的“Under her guidance, Ghunta’s reading skills finally started to improve. He started to feel more confident. “She had left me with the gift of literacy,” he said, “and with the value as a human being.” His life took a new direction. He graduated from elementary school with a number of academic awards, including one for “most improved in reading”. He went on to college. Today, he is the author of two children’s books, about overcoming difficult experiences in childhood. He’s now working on his first full-length collection of poetry. (在她的指导下，Ghunta的阅读能力终于开始提高。他开始觉得更自信了。“她给我留下了识字的礼物，”他说，“以及作为人的价值。”他的生活有了新的方向。他从小学毕业时获得了许多学术奖项，其中包括“阅读进步最大”奖。他上了大学。如今，他是两本关于克服童年困难经历的儿童书籍的作者。他现在正在写他的第一部长篇诗集。)”可知，文章讲述了古特从一个阅读困难的孩子，在一位年轻教师的帮助下，不仅提高了阅读能力，还重拾了自信，最终成为了一名儿童书籍作者和获奖诗人的故事。这表明他的生活因这次遇见而发生了新的方向。因此，最合适的标题是“Life Led In A New Direction (生活步入新方向)”。故选D。
C
The world’s oceans, lakes and rivers are under increasing pressure from climate change, growing demand, urbanization, and pollution, threatening their ability to sustain life.
“Without better data to understand the health of increasingly stressed waterways, the fight to save these most precious resources will be ineffective,” said the co-founder of a technology company. “Virtually every waterway is polluted to an extent where the ecosystem just can’t balance back anymore,” he explains.
The company is aiming to fill that information gap using fishlike robots that collect data from underwater environments. Powered by batteries, they are designed to look and swim like fish. The standard version is about 1.3 meters long and weighs 30 kilograms and can be equipped with cameras and sensors to measure oxygen, salinity (盐度) and PH levels.
The founder was motivated to build the robots after his eight-year-old daughter learned about the ocean crisis and asked him to help protect the seas He says it’s important that the robots can integrate into natural habitats — swimming among other creatures without disturbing them and moving around obstacles smoothly.
The company has put its technology to use in different regions. It has operated in both fresh and saltwater, near dams, and in harbors and fish farms, checking things like water quality and fish health and collecting data wherever they go. The CEO of the company said its technology could be used in the region for water management, sustainable aquaculture (水产养殖) operations, and monitoring the health of corals.
Still, the company has some blocks to clear before its fishlike robots will be seen cruising (游弋) through the world’s waterways. “We need capital to commercialize,” said the CEO, “but there are very few people who are willing to actually support those that are doing frontier technologies in the waterways.” The founder hopes more funding will follow. He said, “Investors should absolutely wake up.”
8. What is the purpose of the first two paragraphs
A. To introduce the topic of the text.
B. To state the importance of the text.
C. To explain the urgency of water resources.
D. To weaken the seriousness of water pollution.
9. Which is one of the advantages of the robots
A. They can imitate other fishes.
B. They can easily catch children’s eyes.
C. They work efficiently under the water.
D. They can swim without being recharged.
10. What is paragraph 5 mainly about
A. The launch of a new program. B. The application of the technology.
C. Management of the company. D. Development of the company.
11. What problem does the company face currently
A. How to make people focus on technology.
B. How to keep investors positive.
C. How to produce more robots.
D. How to collect more money.
【答案】8. A 9. C 10. B 11. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。全球水域受到气候变化、污染和需求等影响，正面临越来越大的压力。一家科技公司研发了一种似鱼机器人，该机器人可帮助采集水下数据，有助于用于水道的管理。
【8题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段“The world’s oceans, lakes and rivers are under increasing pressure from climate change, growing demand, urbanization, and pollution, threatening their ability to sustain life. (世界上的海洋、湖泊和河流正面临着气候变化、需求增长、城市化和污染带来的越来越大的压力，威胁着它们维持生命的能力。)”和第二段““Without better data to understand the health of increasingly stressed waterways, the fight to save these most precious resources will be ineffective,” said the co-founder of a technology company. “Virtually every waterway is polluted to an extent where the ecosystem just can’t balance back anymore,” he explains. (“没有更好的数据来了解日益紧张的水道的健康状况，拯救这些最宝贵资源的斗争将是无效的，”一家科技公司的联合创始人说。他解释说：“实际上，每条水道都被污染到了生态系统无法再平衡的程度。”)”和第三段中的“The company is aiming to fill that information gap using fishlike robots that collect data from underwater environments. (该公司的目标是利用像鱼一样的机器人来填补这一信息空白，这些机器人可以从水下环境中收集数据。)”可知，前两段首先描述了全球水体面临的压力和威胁，随后引出了一位技术公司联合创始人的观点，强调了缺乏有效数据来了解水体健康状况的问题，为下文介绍该公司使用鱼形机器人收集水下环境数据的技术做铺垫，因此其目的是引入正文话题。故选A。
【9题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段“He says it’s important that the robots can integrate into natural habitats—swimming among other creatures without disturbing them and moving around obstacles smoothly. (在他8岁的女儿得知海洋危机并请求他帮助保护海洋之后，这位创始人就有了制造这些机器人的动机。他说，重要的是机器人能够融入自然栖息地——在不打扰其他生物的情况下与它们一起游泳，并顺利绕过障碍物。)”和第五段“The company has put its technology to use in different regions. It has operated in both fresh and saltwater, near dams, and in harbors and fish farms, checking things like water quality and fish health and collecting data wherever they go. The CEO of the company said its technology could be used in the region for water management, sustainable aquaculture (水产养殖) operations, and monitoring the health of corals. (该公司已将其技术应用于不同地区。它在淡水和咸水、水坝附近、港口和养鱼场都能运行，检查水质和鱼类健康等情况，并收集它们所到之处的数据。该公司首席执行官表示，该技术可用于该地区的水资源管理、可持续水产养殖运营以及监测珊瑚健康状况。)”可知，该机器人能潜入水下自然柄息地，和其他生物一起游泳而不打扰它们，并能顺利地绕过障碍物，且在不同水域可运行，有多种作用。这说明该机器人在水下可以高效地工作。故选C。
【10题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第五段“The company has put its technology to use in different regions. It has operated in both fresh and saltwater, near dams, and in harbors and fish farms, checking things like water quality and fish health and collecting data wherever they go. The CEO of the company said its technology could be used in the region for water management, sustainable aquaculture (水产养殖) operations, and monitoring the health of corals. (该公司已将其技术应用于不同地区。它在淡水和咸水、水坝附近、港口和养鱼场都能运行，检查水质和鱼类健康等情况，并收集它们所到之处数据。该公司首席执行官表示，该技术可用于该地区的水资源管理、可持续水产养殖运营以及监测珊瑚健康状况。)”可知，本段介绍了这种科技的应用场景及实例。故选B。
【11题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“Still, the company has some blocks to clear before its fishlike robots will be seen cruising (游弋) through the world’s waterways. “We need capital to commercialize,” said the CEO, “but there are very few people who are willing to actually support those that are doing frontier technologies in the waterways.” The founder hopes more funding will follow. He said, “Investors should absolutely wake up.” (尽管如此，该公司在其像鱼一样的机器人在世界各地的水道上游弋之前还有一些障碍要清除。“我们需要资金来实现商业化，”这位首席执行官说，“但很少有人愿意真正支持那些在水路上从事前沿技术的人。”这位创始人希望更多的资金会随之而来。他说：“投资者绝对应该醒过来。”)”可知，该公司现在面临资金的问题，需要更多资金来商业化这种机器人。故选D。
D
For centuries, explorers have searched for the fountain of youth. Surprisingly, the secret to staying young might have been within us all along. Amor, a scientist, and colleagues have discovered that T cells can be reprogrammed to fight aging, so to speak.
Given the right genetic changes, these white blood cells can attack another group of cells known as senescent (衰老的) cells, which are thought to be responsible for many of the diseases we fight with later in life. Senescent cells are those that stop replicating (再生). As we age, they build up in our bodies, resulting in some diseases.
While several existing drugs can eliminate these cells, many must be taken repeatedly over time. As an alternative, Amor and colleagues turned to a “living” drug called CAR (chimeric antigen receptor)T cells.
They discovered CART cells could be used to rid of senescent cells in mice. As a result, the mice ended up living healthier lives. They had lower body weight, improved metabolism (新陈代谢), and increased physical activity. All these came without any tissue damage or side effects.
Perhaps the greatest power of CART cells is their long-lasting effects. The team found that just one dose (一剂) at a young age can have lifelong effects. That single treatment can protect against conditions that commonly occur later in life.
“T cells have the ability to develop memory and exist in your body for really long periods. which is very different from a chemical drug,” Amor explained.
Amor’s lab is now investigating whether CART cells let mice live not only healthier but also longer. If so, society will be one step closer to the fountain of youth.
12. What discovery have scientists made about T cells and aging
A. T cells cause aging. B. Aging is caused by genetic changes.
C. Senescent cells are T cells. D. T cells can fight aging.
13. What does the underlined word “eliminate” in paragraph 3 mean
A. Sustain. B. Remove. C. Cue. D. Polish.
14. Which effect of CART cells on young mice does the text emphasize
A. Short-term activity increase. B. Immediate weight reduction.
C. Lifelong health enhancement. D. Temporary metabolic improvement.
15. What is Amor’s attitude to the future of employing CAR T cells
A. Optimistic. B. Doubtful. C. Critical. D. Unclear.
【答案】12. D 13. B 14. C 15. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。科学家Amor和同事发现了一种通过重新编程T细胞来对抗衰老细胞的万法，这可能有助于延长寿命并提高生活质量，从而为人类带来了对抗衰老的新希望。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段“Amor, a scientist, and colleagues have discovered that T cells can be reprogrammed to fight aging, so to speak.(科学家Amor和他的同事们发现，T细胞可以通过重新编程来对抗衰老)”可知，科学家发现T细胞可以对抗衰老。故选D。
【13题详解】
词句猜测题。根据第二段“Given the right genetic changes, these white blood cells can attack another group of cells known as senescent (衰老的) cells, which are thought to be responsible for many of the diseases we fight with later in life. Senescent cells are those that stop replicating (再生). As we age, they build up in our bodies, resulting in some diseases.(如果基因发生了正确的变化，这些白细胞可以攻击另一组被称为衰老细胞的细胞，衰老细胞被认为是导致我们晚年与之抗争的许多疾病的原因。衰老细胞是那些停止复制的细胞。随着年龄的增长，它们在我们体内积聚，导致一些疾病)”以及划线词上文“While several existing drugs can”可知，while表示转折，说明虽然目前有几种药物可以消除这些导致人衰老的细胞，但许多药物必须长期反复服用。故划线词eliminate意思是“消除”，与Remove意思一致。故选B。
【14题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段中“They discovered CART cells could be used to rid of senescent cells in mice. As a result, the mice ended up living healthier lives. They had lower body weight, improved metabolism (新陈代谢), and increased physical activity. (结果，老鼠最终过上了更健康的生活他们发现CART细胞可以用来清除小鼠体内的衰老细胞。结果，老鼠最终过上了更健康的生活。他们的体重较低，新陈代谢改善，体力活动增加。)”以及第五段中“Perhaps the greatest power of CART cells is their long-lasting effects. The team found that just one dose (一剂) at a young age can have lifelong effects. (也许CART细胞最大的力量在于它们的持久效果.研究小组发现，年轻时服用一剂就能产生终生影响。)”可知，CART细胞让老鼠的身体更健康，而且这种影响还很持久。故选C。
【15题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“Amor’s lab is now investigating whether CART cells let mice live not only healthier but also longer. If so, society will be one step closer to the fountain of youth.(Amor的实验室目前正在研究CART细胞是否能让老鼠不仅活得更健康，而且活得更长。如果是这样，社会离青春的源泉又近了一步)”可知，Amor对CART细胞的未来持乐观态度。故选A。
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。
Workplace recognition is a powerful way of making employees feel valued and enhancing their performance. ____16____
Make people feel valued
Employees want to know that they are making a difference in what they do—big or small—and workplace recognition can make a considerable difference. ____17____ One of them focused on the impact of letters of appreciation. The letters roughly read: Your continued dedication and hard work make children and families in the region better off every day. Appreciation can greatly improve morale(士气).
Improve employees’ retention (保留)
____18____ Not only does this boost their confidence, but it also helps improve your company’s retention rate and secure top talent. It is predicted that replacing a salaried worker costs 6-9 months of the position’s annual wages.
Boost motivation and productivity
A study found that employee engagement, productivity, and performance are 14% higher in organizations with a specific recognition programme in place. ____19____ It means that your team is more present in their day-to-day roles, they produce optimal work quality and feel personally connected to the company and the work they do for its growth. Ultimately, workplace recognition leads to happy, driven, and productive workers.
Improve employees’ well-being
It’s common for businesses of all sizes to experience stressful periods. ____20____ Especially when your team is small and the workload high, people can feel extensive burnout and stress, leading to time off work. Gratitude increases our positive emotions, like happiness, making us more resilient against future stress.
A. How does this benefit the organizations
B. What exactly does this mean for businesses
C. Here are some tips on securing workplace recognition.
D. When your workers are happy, they’re less likely to leave.
E. The Harvard Business Review conducted a series of studies on workplace morale.
F. But small companies and start-ups require more work and attention to develop.
G. Here are the benefits of workplace recognition for both employers and employees.
【答案】16. G 17. E 18. D 19. B 20. F
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了职场认可的对雇主和员工的一些好处。
【16题详解】
下文小标题“Make people feel valued (让人们感到被重视)”、“Improve employees’ retention (保留) (提高员工的忠诚度)”、“Boost motivation and productivity (提高动力和生产力)”以及“Improve employees’ well-being (提高员工的幸福感)”说明本文阐述了职场认可对于雇主和员工的好处，因此G项“以下是工作场所认可对雇主和雇员的好处。”概括本文主旨，故选G。
【17题详解】
下文“Appreciation can greatly improve morale (士气). (感谢能极大地提高士气。)”说明的是对感谢信的影响的研究，因此E项“《哈佛商业评论》对职场士气进行了一系列研究。”符合语境，故选E。
【18题详解】
小标题“Improve employees’ retention (保留) (提高员工的忠诚度)”说明本段主要内容是职场认可会提高员工保留率，因此D项“当你的员工感到高兴时，他们就不太可能离开。”符合语境，故选D。
【19题详解】
下文“It means that your team is more present in their day-to-day roles, they produce optimal work quality and feel personally connected to the company and the work they do for its growth. (这意味着你的团队更多地参与到他们的日常角色中，他们产生了最佳的工作质量，并感觉到与公司以及他们为公司发展所做的工作有着个人联系。)”说明这句话是回答上文提出的问题：这意味着什么？因此B项“这对企业究竟意味着什么？”符合语境，故选B。
【20题详解】
上文“It’s common for businesses of all sizes to experience stressful periods. (各种规模的企业都会经历压力时期，这是很常见的。)”以及下文“Especially when your team is small and the workload high, people can feel extensive burnout and stress. (特别是当你的团队规模小、工作量大时，人们可能会感到广泛的倦怠和压力。)”说明压力很常见，但是小公司更让人产生疲倦和压力，小公司员工更需要幸福感。因此F项“但小公司和初创企业的发展需要更多的工作和关注。”连接前后两句，故选F。
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。
I was born in a small town in Vadodara City. Gujarat. India, with cerebral palsy (脑瘫). My ____21____activity was restricted, which meant that a world of limitations lay ahead of me. Doubts about my ____22____ are common. Few people know that my life will become a living testamenty (证明) to how much one person can ____23____ with support and training, even if we have to face great ____24____.
Although I was rejected by many at first when I ____25____ schools, the principal of St. Teresa’s School warmly embraced me. Her ____26____ and that of some teachers and classmates really helped me throughout my school life. Taking me to the bathroom, taking notes for me in class — these daily gestures of ____27____ really helped me because I couldn’t walk on my own and I was a(n) ____28____ writer. With their help, I made progress both ____29____ and personally.
After I successfully completed college, my family and friends ____30____ me to open a computer training center. It became a place of power where I taught ____31____ skills to over a thousand people. Students with cerebral palsy are ____32____ how to solve the problems they face. I enjoy their success and feel comforted by my lasting ____33____ on their lives.
I hope my story shows that with determination and strong ____34____. we can all overcome our limitations and ____35____ a more inclusive and understanding world.
21. A. favorite B. brain C. future D. physical
22. A. fortune B. potential C. appearance D. existence
23. A. achieve B. overcome C. desire D. expect
24. A. dangers B. anxieties C. opportunities D. challenges
25. A. got into B. picked up C. applied for D. joined in
26. A. support B. trust C. focus D. confidence
27. A. friendship B. beauty C. kindness D. closeness
28. A. only B. slow C. eager D. big
29. A. logically B. mentally C. gradually D. academically
30. A. ordered B. allowed C. encouraged D. forced
31. A. curious B. valuable C. social D. complicated
32. A. taught B. determined C. advised D. displayed
33. A. plan B. impact C. goal D. topic
34. A. body B. relation C. function D. faith
35. A. break B. encounter C. create D. touch
【答案】21. D 22. B 23. A 24. D 25. C 26. A 27. C 28. B 29. D 30. C 31. B 32. A 33. B 34. D 35. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了印度脑瘫作者在家人、师友支持下，从受学校接纳到大学成功毕业，后开计算机培训中心，影响千人，尤重脑瘫学生指导，共塑更包容理解世界的励志故事。
【21题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我出生在印度古吉拉特邦瓦多达拉市的一个小镇上，患有脑瘫。我的身体活动受到限制，这意味着一个充满限制的世界正等着我。A. favorite最喜欢的；B. brain大脑；C. future未来；D. physical身体的，物理的。根据前文提到的“cerebral palsy (脑瘫)”，可知此处指的应是由于脑瘫导致的身体活动受限。故选D。
【22题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：人们常常怀疑我的潜力。A. fortune财富；B. potential潜力；C. appearance外表；D. existence存在。根据上文“Doubts”，可知此处指的是人们对作者由于患有脑瘫而对其能力或未来发展可能性的质疑。即怀疑我的潜力。故选B。
【23题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：很少有人知道，在支持和培训下，一个人可以取得多大的成就，即使我们必须面对巨大的挑战。A. achieve实现；B. overcome克服；C. desire渴望；D. expect期望。根据上文“Few people know that my life will become a living testamenty (证明)”，可知此处强调的是在面对困难时，通过支持和培训能够达成的成就。故选A。
【24题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意同上。A. dangers危险；B. anxieties焦虑；C. opportunities机会；D. challenges挑战。根据上文“Few people know that my life will become a living testamenty (证明) to how much one person can 3 with support and training, even if we have to face”，可知这里指的是面对脑瘫所带来的生活中的挑战。故选D。
【25题详解】
考查动词短语词义辨析。句意：虽然我最初申请学校时被很多人拒绝，但圣特蕾莎学校的校长热情地接纳了我。A. got into进入；B. picked up捡起，学会；C. applied for申请；D. joined in加入。根据后文的“rejected by many”和“the principal of St. Teresa’s School warmly embraced me”可知这里描述的是作者申请学校的过程。故选C。
【26题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：她支持以及一些老师和同学的支持真的帮助了我整个学生时代。A. support支持；B. trust信任；C. focus焦点；D. confidence自信。根据后文描述的帮助行为，如“Taking me to the bathroom, taking notes for me in class”，可知这些都体现了来自他人的支持。故选A。
【27题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：带我去洗手间，上课时为我做笔记——这些日常的善良行为真的帮了我大忙，因为我不能自己走路，而且我写字很慢。A. friendship友谊；B. beauty美丽；C. kindness善良；D. closeness亲密。根据前文“Her 6 and that of some teachers and classmates really helped me throughout my school life. Taking me to the bathroom, taking notes for me in class”，可知这些行为体现了他人对作者的关心和帮助，是一种善良的表现。故选C。
【28题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：带我去洗手间，上课时为我做笔记——这些日常的善良行为真的帮了我大忙，因为我不能自己走路，而且我写字很慢。A. only仅仅；B. slow缓慢的；C. eager急切的；D. big大的。根据上文“ I couldn’t walk on my own and I was a(n)”，可知这里描述的是作者写字的速度，与前面不能自己走路形成并列，说明了作者的行动不便。故选B。
【29题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：在他们的帮助下，我在学术和个人方面都取得了进步。A. logically逻辑上；B. mentally精神上；C. gradually逐渐地；D. academically学术上。根据上文“With their help, I made progress”和下文的“personally”，可知这里提到了在学校中获得的帮助，因此这里的进步既包括学术上的也包括个人能力上的。故选D。
【30题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：在我成功完成大学学业后，家人和朋友鼓励我开设了一家计算机培训中心。A. ordered命令；B. allowed允许；C. encouraged鼓励；D. forced强迫。根据下文“to open a computer training center”，可知这里描述的是家人和朋友对作者的支持和激励，鼓励其开设计算机培训中心。故选C。
【31题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：它成了一个充满力量的地方，在那里我教授了超过一千人有价值的技能。A. curious好奇的；B. valuable有价值的；C. social社交的；D. complicated复杂的。根据上文“It became a place of power where I taught ”，可知这里描述的是作者开设的计算机培训中心对他人产生的积极影响，即教授他们有价值的技能。故选B。
【32题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：有脑瘫的学生被教导如何解决他们面临的问题。A. taught教；B. determined决定；C. advised建议；D. displayed展示。根据下文“how to solve the problems they face”，可知这里描述的是在计算机培训中心，作者教导有脑瘫的学生解决问题的方法。故选A。
【33题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我享受他们的成功，并因我对他们生活的持久影响而感到安慰。A. plan计划；B. impact影响；C. goal目标；D. topic话题。根据上文“I enjoy their success and feel comforted”，可知这里描述的是作者对学生的长期正面影响，这种影响体现在学生成功后的满足感上。故选B。
【34题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我希望我的故事表明，只要有决心和坚定的信念，我们都可以克服自己的局限，创造一个更加包容和理解的世界。A. body身体；B. relation关系；C. function功能；D. faith信念。根据上文“with determination”，可知这里强调的是克服困难需要的决心和信念。故选D。
【35题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我希望我的故事表明，只要有决心和坚定的信念，我们都可以克服自己的局限，创造一个更加包容和理解的世界。A. break打破；B. encounter遭遇；C. create创造；D. touch触摸。根据下文“a more inclusive and understanding world”，可知这里描述的是通过努力和信念可以创造一个更好的世界。故选C。
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。
The Science Museum in the UK is holding an exhibition called “Zimingzhong: Clockwork Treasures from China’s Forbidden City”. The exhibition features 23 clocks, mainly ____36____ (collect) by three Qing emperors. The clocks aim to tell some ____37____ (story) about the meaning of technology and skills, as well as the people and cultures ____38____ appeared during this small window of trade between Britain and China.
“The Emperors and Zimingzhong” section of the exhibition reveals the important role played ____39____ zimingzhong in early cultural exchanges. In the early 17th century, missionaries tried to please the Qing emperors by ____40____ (send) them delicately made automatic devices.
In the middle section of the exhibition, a scale model of the Chinese water-powered “escapement” reveals that in ____41____ year 1088, during the Song Dynasty, Su Song created the ____42____ (world) first water-powered astronomical clock tower. In the 1960s, scholars rediscovered an ancient text about it. This ____43____ (discover) challenges the long-held idea that mechanical clocks originated ____44____ (entire) in Europe.
Zimingzhong initially ______45______ (enter) China from Guangzhou, Guangdong Province. Following this year-long trade route, British businessmen, upon reaching the coastal areas of China, purchased sought-after goods, including silk, tea and porcelain.
【答案】36. collected
37. stories
38. that 39. by
40. sending
41. the 42. world’s
43. discovery
44. entirely
45. entered
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道。本文主要介绍了英国科学博物馆正在举办的一场名为《凝时聚珍：中英钟表技艺交流展》的展览，展示了23座主要由中国清朝三位皇帝收藏的钟表。
【36题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：此次展览共有23个钟表，主要由三位清朝皇帝收藏。本句已经有谓语动词features，设空处作后置定语，被修饰词23 clocks与动词collect之间是逻辑上的被动关系，填过去分词表被动。故填collected。
【37题详解】
考查名词的数。句意：这些时钟旨在讲述一些关于技术和技能的意义的故事，以及在这个英中贸易的小窗口期间出现的人和文化。设空处使用名词作宾语，story意为“故事”为可数名词，空前的some表明设空处应该使用名词复数。故填stories。
【38题详解】
考查定语从句。句意：同上。设空处引导限制性定语从句，先行词是people and cultures，既有人又有物，故用关系代词that引导该定语从句，that在从句中作主语。故填that。
【39题详解】
考查介词。句意：展览的“皇帝与自鸣钟”部分揭示了自鸣钟在早期文化交流中所起的重要作用。此处表示“自鸣钟所发挥的作用”，故使用介词by与zimingzhong构成介词短语。故填by。
【40题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：17世纪初，传教士们为了讨好取悦清朝皇帝，送去了制作精美的自动装置。此处动词跟在介词by之后，故用动名词。故填sending。
【41题详解】
考查冠词。句意：在展览的中间部分，一个中国水力驱动的“擒纵”的比例模型显示，在1088年，宋朝，苏颂创造了世界上第一座水力天文钟塔。此处是表示年份的固定用法即in the year+年份，故填the。
【42题详解】
考查名词所有格。句意：同上。此处表示“世界上的”用名词所有格作定语修饰宾语。故填world’s。
【43题详解】
考查名词。句意：这一发现挑战了长期以来认为机械钟完全起源于欧洲的观点。设空处作主语，表示“发现用名词discovery，由“This”以及谓语动词“challenges”可知名词用单数形式。故填discovery。
44题详解】
考查副词。句意：同上。设空处使用entire的副词entirely作状语，修饰动词。故填entirely。
【45题详解】
考查动词时态。句意：自鸣钟最初是从广东广州进入中国的。设空处使用动词作谓语，根据句中initially以及后文的purchased可知，句子应该使用一般过去时。故填entered。
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华，你的英国笔友Martin即将来你校做交换生。请你给他发一封电子邮件，内容包括：
1. 表示欢迎；
2. 你的安排；
3. 期待他的到来。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80个左右：
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Martin,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Martin,
I am thrilled to hear that you will soon be coming to our school as an exchange student! Welcome to our school and to our country. It will be a fantastic experience to have you here, and I am sure we will have a lot of fun together.
I can’t wait to show you around our campus, introduce you to our friends, and help you settle in. We have been looking forward to your arrival and are excited to learn more about your culture and share ours with you. Your presence will surely enrich our school life, and I am eager to learn from each other.
Looking forward to meeting you soon!
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生给英国笔友Martin发一封电子邮件，对他即将来做交换生表示欢迎，介绍你的安排。
【详解】1. 词汇积累
兴奋的：thrilled →excited/overjoyed
极好的：fantastic→extraordinary
适应：settle in→fit in
渴望做某事：be eager to do→be keen to do
2. 句式拓展
同义句转换
原句：We have been looking forward to your arrival and are excited to learn more about your culture and share ours with you.
拓展句：Not only have we been looking forward to your arrival, but also we are excited to learn more about your culture and share ours with you.
【点睛】【高分句型1】I am thrilled to hear that you will soon be coming to our school as an exchange student!(运用了that引导的宾语从句)
【高分句型2】It will be a fantastic experience to have you here, and I am sure we will have a lot of fun together.(运用了it作形式主语，动词不定式作真正的主语以及省略了引导词that的宾语从句)
第二节（满分25分）
47. 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。
About 15years ago, Oliver Muensterer packed his suitcase and traveled from his home in Leipzig, Germany to a town a few hours away. He had a job interview, so he arrived the evening beforehand, feeling a mix of nervousness and excitement about the opportunity that lay ahead.
When he woke up the next morning, the sunlight filtering through the curtains cast a warm glow in the ho

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