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重庆市荣昌中学校高2025届高三上期半期考试试题答案
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Text 1
W：The gray shirt is a new arrival．The white one is not a good choice．I think the blue one really suits you．（1）
M：I agree with you. It’s a really nice style, isn’t it （1）
Text 2
M：Good morning, madam. What can I do for you
W：Well, I’m going to send this package to London. What’s the postage for it （2）
M：Let me weigh it. It’s one pound and fifty．（2）
Text 3
M：Hi, Miranda. This is Frank. I’m still stuck in a meeting at head office. Are you making progress with the conference arrangements Please make sure you contact the speakers to confirm their attendance．（3）
W：Don’t worry, Frank. Everything is under control．
Text 4
W：Chris, what about next Friday’s all-important match in Sydney Will you play in it
M：Oh, you haven’t heard about it, have you The match has been postponed for one day because of some kind of emergency．（4）
Text 5
M：You are on stage soon. Are you ready
W：To be honest, I’m a bit nervous. My friends are all in the audience．
M：Don’t worry. Just do what you did with me in the practice．As usual, I’ll be there to help if you forget any movements．（5）
Text 6
M：How are you getting on with the Ten-book Reading Challenge, Sally
W：Well, I’ve only tackled half of the books by now.（6）But I heard some have already completed the challenge．
M：What have you read so far
W：The Call of the Wild，Jane Eyre，etc．Now I’m looking at The Catcher in the Rye．（7）When I finish this one，I’m going to read The Old Man and the Sea．
M：Great!
Text 7
M: Hi, Sandy, what are you up to
W：Hi, Paul. I’ve brought some paints for the children to play with．I have a long roll of paper and we are going to paint a very long picture together.（8）
M：Oh, dear. That sounds like it would be very messy indeed. I hope their parents don’t complain about their school uniforms being ruined.（9）
W：Don’t worry. I thought about that. I’ve asked each of them to bring one of their dad’s old shirts to wear over the top to protect their clothes.
M：Good thinking. I look forward to seeing the results.
W：Everyone will see the painting. I plan to put it up on the wall of school hall for the parents’ evening tomorrow.（10）
M：Great, I’m sure it will be very colorful．
W：It’s pretty certain that it will be．
Text 8
M：Emily, I heard you took a boat tour last weekend. Any interesting
W：Well, we were taking our boat along the river when we passed a pair of mandarin ducks.（11）Noticing us，one duck just continued feeding, but the other one, the male I think, decided to come and investigate.
M：Oh, fantastic! I’ve never seen a mandarin duck up close. I expect he was hungry
W：Well, actually, it was immediately obvious from his body language that he had other things on his mind. He was approaching us at incredible speed!
M：It seemed to have a big action. Why would it be so alert
W：I guess it’s because we had gone too close to their nest, and we were a danger to them.（12）
M：In the animal’s world, being wary of humans is a form of self-protection.
W：Yeah. So we rowed away immediately.（12）
M：We should never disturb the lives of other creatures, just as Mr. Smith told us in his biology class.（13）
Text 9
M：So, Monica, I see that after graduating from university, your first job was…（17）
W：For a local paper in York called the York Herald in 2016.（14）Actually, I started with them as a trainee in the beginning. This seemed like a good first step.
M：Certainly. And after that…（17）
W：They seemed impressed, and offered me a position as a junior local news reporter the next year.（14）I ended up staying two years there actually. I was in charge of the sports news section of the newspaper．
M：I see. But you decided to leave them in 2019, right （17）
W：Yes, that’s right．My husband and I moved to London, and so I managed to find a position with a national newspaper based in London.（15）
M：Is it the London Weekly （17）
W：Exactly. In some ways, it was a step down from my previous job, but it did offer me much better prospects for the future.（16）
Text 10
Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen! I’m glad you’ve chosen to visit the Crossroads Museum today, and I’m looking forward to showing you around.（18）But first, I’d like you to refer to the maps of the museum that you picked up on your way. OK…So this nice large area we’re now standing in is the Rotunda. It contains some of the museum’s most beautiful sculptures. Leading off from the Rotunda are the Warburton Gallery, and the Permanent Collection Gallery which houses thousands of original paintings.（19）We’ll be starting our tour actually in the Permanent Collection Gallery, as it’s nearer to the entrance. We’ll make our way afterwards to the other gallery I’ve just mentioned. After we’ve visited these galleries, we’ll walk to the Cowell Hall, which is at the far end of the museum facing the Rotunda.（20）The hall’s known for its high-quality virtual exhibits. That’s all you need to know for the moment…Now let’s begin the tour!（18）
阅读理解
A篇
【答案】21．A 22．C 23．D
【导语】本文是应用文。本文主要为青少年介绍了四项海外志愿者活动。
21．细节理解题。根据Making History with ARCC in Cuba中的“Discover the tropical landscape of Cuba with its salsa music, turquoise waters, and delicious tamales. Immerse yourself in the community that has been tucked away for six decades, where you’ll assist with the community garden and other volunteer projects.(探索古巴的热带景观与它的萨尔萨音乐，绿松石水，和美味的玉米粉蒸肉。让自己沉浸在已经隐藏了60年的社区中，在那里你可以帮助社区花园和其他志愿者项目)”可知，志愿者在古巴可以帮忙打理园子，由此可知，志愿者在古巴可以种花和种蔬菜。故选A项。
22．细节理解题。根据Carpe Diem Education Gap Year Programs in East Africa中的“Location: Tanzania, Rwanda, Uganda”以及“Carpe Diem Education offers a variety of volunteer opportunities that will deepen your connections with the community: giraffe conservation, building homes, and more! You’ll also canoe, trek around islands, and practice meditation along the way.(Carpe Diem Education提供各种志愿者机会，将加深你与社区的联系：长颈鹿保护，建造家园等等！你还可以划独木舟，在岛屿周围徒步旅行，并在途中练习冥想)”可知，在Rwanda可以参与长颈鹿保护项目。故选C项。
23．细节理解题。根据第一段“Ever dreamed of helping elephants in Thailand, discovering the tropical landscape of Cuba, or experiencing your very own Shark Week in the oceanic landscape of Fiji If you’re a teenager looking for a break from classroom studies and summer jobs participate in one of these volunteer travel programs for high schoolers!(有没有梦想过在泰国帮助大象，发现古巴的热带景观，或者在斐济的海洋景观中体验你自己的鲨鱼周？如果你是一个十几岁的孩子，想从课堂学习和暑期工作中休息一下，参加这些为高中生提供的志愿者旅行计划吧！)”以及通读全文可知，这四个项目可以为青少年提供一些工作和旅行的经验。故选D项。
B篇
【答案】BADA
【语篇解读】这是一篇记叙文。讲述了作者游泳时遭遇了鲨鱼袭击，右小腿被截肢。恢复后作者对鲨鱼进行研究，发现人类对鲨鱼的威胁远大于鲨鱼对人类的威胁。
24. B【解析】主旨大意题。由文章第一段“I was attacked by a tiger shark in late October 1997. It was near my home on the island of Kauai—a typical fall morning with friends. The waves were really good, so nothing was stopping us.”可知，第一二段主要讲作者被一条虎鲨袭击的经历。故选B项。
25. A【解析】推理判断题。由文章第五段“I was unshaken and curious—Was it because of the tides The phase of the moon I also recalled that the morning of the attack the water had a fishy smell. Was that what attracted the shark ”可知，作者再次冲浪是想弄清楚他为什么会成为鲨鱼攻击的目标的原因。故选A项。
26. D【解析】细节理解题。由文章第六段“I was determined to research sharks, and I did learn something that would change my life: Humans are far more dangerous to sharks than the other way around, I tell Reader’s Digest. ‘I watched a documentary called Sharkwater, and I learned about the demand for shark fin soup and the fact that 70 million sharks a year are killed for their fins alone.”可知，作者通过研究鲨鱼的现状后发现鲨鱼急需保护。故选D项。
27. A【解析】推理判断题。由文章最后一段“My unique situation as a shark survivor empowered me to give sharks a voice. I began working with the Hawaii state legislature to help pass a ban on shark-derived products. I partnered with other like-minded shark attack survivors and marine biologists, and we headed to Washington to urge senators to create a nationwide bill protecting sharks.”可知，这段主要讲作者发言支持鲨鱼。故选A项。
C篇
【答案】DCBB
【语篇解读】在信息时代，我们缺少一颗感恩的心。我们可以从艺术史中，向伟大的艺术家学习。他们抓住一些小细节进行描绘，所以作者建议我们在表达感恩和感谢时应该找到并紧紧抓住两三个非常详细的理由。
28. D【解析】考查推断的能力。根据第一段中的“To make our messages more effective, we might take a lesson from the history of art”可知，为了使我们的信息更有效，我们可以从艺术史中学习。由此可推知，我们可以从艺术中得到写感谢信的灵感。故D项正确。
29. C【解析】考查理解词汇的能力。根据画线部分所在句的前句和后句信息可知，艺术家不仅仅告诉我们春天很美好，而且还告诉我们一些（这种美好的）细节如：似新生儿柔软的手的树叶，温暖的阳光和刺骨的微风的反差，小鸟轻柔的叫声……。由此可推知，画线句应是指艺术家还专注描写细节。故“zero in on”应是“专注于”。A项意为“省略”；B项意为“清理”；D项意为“阻止”。故选C项。
30. B【解析】考查理解文章结构、类型的能力。第三段以土豆有香味和朋友的关心两个小细节为例论证：细节等待着我们去捕捉。故第三段是通过举例来论证观点。故B项正确。
31. B【解析】考查推断的能力。根据最后一段最后一句“We just need to locate and hold on tightly to two or three highly detailed reasons for our gratitude”可知，作者认为在表达感谢时应该找到并紧紧抓住两三个非常详细的理由，所以作者会推荐B项（你的关怀和温暖的微笑照亮了我的一天），因为B项属于这种详细的理由。故B项正确。
D篇
【答案】BCAB
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了亚马逊黑土地的形成和功能。黑土地是人为形成的，而非自然现象。同时黑土地极强的碳吸附能力对于对抗全球气候变化有一定作用。
32. B【解析】推理判断题。根据第一段“Perron, an earth scientist at MIT, reviewed interview s of Kuikuro people conducted by a Kuikuro filmmaker in 2018 and found that Kuikuro villagers actively make dark earth by using ash, food bits and controlled burns.”及 “When comparing soil samples from ancient and modern sites, researchers found “striking similarities” —both were far less acidic than surrounding soils and contained higher levels of plant-friendly nutrients.”可知，黑土地富含更多的利于植物成长的营养物质，也就是有机营养成分。故选B。
33. C【解析】推理判断题。根据第二段“Scans (扫描) of the Xingu region suggest that the area is dotted with dark earth, and that hold as much as about 9 million tons of carbon—the annual carbon emissions of a small, industrialized country.” This number could roughly equal the annual carbon emissions of the United States when all dark earth across the Amazon is taken into consideration,” Perron says.”可知，这个地区的黑土地可以吸附的碳数量相当于一个小型工业化国家的碳排量。由此可推知，作者提到了美国每年的碳排放量，是为了强调黑土地巨大的碳储存能力。故选C。
34. A【解析】推理判断题。根据最后一段“With more and more greenhouse gases entering the atmosphere, it could also provide a blueprint for developing methods of sustainably locking atmospheric carbon in the soil, helping fight climate change.”可知，黑土地极强的碳吸附能力为对抗全球气候变化提供了可能的解决方案。故选A。
35. B【解析】主旨大意题。根据文章第一段“Perron, an earth scientist at MIT, reviewed interviews of Kuikuro people conducted by a Kuikuro filmmaker in 2018 and found that Kuikuro villagers actively make dark earth by using ash, food bits and controlled burns.”及文章第二段描述“黑土地极强的碳吸附能力”和第三段“黑土地为对抗全球气候变化提供了可能的解决方案”可知，本文主要介绍了关于黑土地的一些信息，由此可推知，B项“关于黑土地的事实”最适合作文章标题。故选B。
七选五
【答案】36．B 37．E 38．D 39．F 40．G
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要就如何获得人生智慧给出了建议，以此帮助读者更好地面对充满挑战的世界以及生活中的困境。
36．根据空前的“In order to survive in the world with challenges, we need to be wise.(为了在这个充满挑战的世界上生存，我们需要变得聪明)”以及后文“Let me tell you this, wisdom provides us with perspective when we need it and it calms us down in terrible situations.(让我告诉你，当我们需要的时候，智慧会给我们提供视角，在糟糕的情况下，智慧会让我们冷静下来)”可知，智慧对每个人来说都是十分重要的，所以B项“为什么智慧在现代社会如此重要？”起到承上启下的作用，引出下文介绍智慧的重要性的具体例子。故选B项。
37．设空处位于段首，是本段的中心句，根据后文“This will open up new pathways for us. Never base your perspective on the most popular opinion or which is the most comfortable for you. Train your mind to be a judgment-free space for ideas. If you are humble, then you will always get to experience something new.(这将为我们开辟新的道路。永远不要把你的观点建立在最流行的观点或对你来说最舒服的观点上。训练你的大脑成为一个不受评判的思想空间。如果你是谦虚的，那么你总能体验到新的东西)”可知，本段主要介绍了我们应学会接受不同的观点，所以E项“有时候，我们自己也需要对不同的观点持开放态度”符合文意，下文This代指E项内容。故选E项。
38．上文“You must be the kind of person who learns something new every day. Take new classes, read books and the list goes on and on.(你一定是那种每天都能学到新东西的人。参加新的课程，阅读书籍，这样的例子不胜枚举)”指出了要每天学习新东西，并给出了具体例子，后文“All of these activities will help you to tackle problems from different angles, making everything easier.(所有这些活动将帮助你从不同的角度解决问题，使一切变得更容易)”指出学习新东西等这些活动的好处，由此可知，空处应承接上文，同样是列举学习新事物的方式，D项“上网查一下，解决那些让你困惑的问题。”符合语境，下文中的“All of these activities”即指代前两句话，且D项中的“clear out your problems”与下文中的“tackle problems”相呼应。故选D项。
39．此处位于段尾，是对前文的总结，根据前文“You obviously want to grow and do better in life, right The best way is to have wise people as your mentors (导师), like teachers, colleagues and even special friends. Prior to making them a mentor, find out what makes them wiser, then engage in useful dialogue with them.(你显然想要成长，想要在生活中做得更好，对吗？最好的方法是找一些有智慧的人做你的导师，比如老师、同事，甚至是特别的朋友。在成为他们的导师之前，找出是什么让他们更聪明，然后与他们进行有益的对话)”可知，本段的主题为“以智者为师”，所以F项“与他们相处的时间越多，知识的传递就越多”与本段主题相符，且F项中的“them”与上文中的“them”相呼应。故选F项。
40．根据前文“If you have accumulated a lot of knowledge, then why not share it with others too (如果你积累了很多知识，那么为什么不与他人分享呢？)”可知，本段提出积累了很多知识后要与他人分享并积极帮助他人，所以G项“与他人交流并帮助他们也会增加你的智慧。”与本段主题相符，且G项中的“Communicating with others”与上文中的“share it with others”相呼应。故选G项。
完型填空
【答案】41-45 BCACB 46-50 DACAD 51-55 CDBCA
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇夹叙夹议文。文章主要讲述了作者一家进行了一场难忘的全国旅行，这场旅行让整个家庭变得更亲密了，而且这场旅行也让作者懂得了旅行的真正意义。
41. 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：事实证明，这不仅仅是一次现实的旅行；这是一次探索我们关系的旅行。A. crowded拥挤的；B. realistic现实的；C. creative创造（性）的；D. necessary必要的。根据句中的“it was a journey of discovery into our　42　”可知，这次旅行还是一次探索发现更深层次东西之旅，由此可知，这不仅仅是一场现实的旅行。故选B。
42. 考查名词词义辨析。句意参考上题。A. potentials潜力；B. dreams；C. relationships关系；D. inspirations灵感。根据下文中的“the family bonds formed”可知，这场旅行让家庭关系更亲密了，所以这是一场探索家庭关系的旅行。故选C。
43. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：每天，爸爸都用他可靠的路线图给我们引路。A. guided引导（某人至某地）；B. encouraged鼓励；C. comforted安慰；D. attracted吸引。根据空后的“with his trusty road map”可知，爸爸用地图给大家引路。故选A。
44. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：妈妈，我们家的核心，分享了关于即将到的地点的民间故事并画画。A. events事件；B. stations火车站；C. locations地点；D. shows节目。根据空前的“the upcoming”和下文中的“We went through diverse 　45　from the thick forests to the vast deserts of the West.”可知，这里是说他们即将到访的地点。故选C。
45. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：我们经历了从茂密的森林到西部广阔的沙漠的各种景观。A. cultures文化；B. landscapes风景；C. groups组；D. countries国家。根据空后的“from the thick forests to the vast deserts of the West”可知，这里是说他们看到的各种各样的景观。故选B。
46. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：一天，在大峡谷徒步旅行时，我遇到了一条特别崎岖的小路。A. imagined想象；B. constructed建造；C. smoothed使平滑；D. encountered遇到。根据下文中的“not knowing how to proceed”可知，作者遇到了一条特别崎岖的小路。故选D。
47. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：我吓坏了，僵住了，不知道该怎么办。A. froze（因害怕等）不动；B. flew飞行；C. fell落下；D. forgot忘记。根据句中的“Frightened”可知，作者吓得僵住了。故选A。
48. 考查动词短语辨析。句意：就在那时我父母介入了。A. talked to 对...说；B. stood aside站到一边；C. stepped in介入；D. turned back使返回。根据下文中的“As Dad showed me footholds, Mom coached me with calming 　49　and reminded me of the breathtaking views that lay ahead.”可知，父母过来帮助作者，所以是介入了作者所处的困境。故选C。
49. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：当爸爸给我看立足点时，妈妈用平静的话语指导我，并提醒我前方的壮丽景色。A. words话语；B. worries担心；C. noises噪音；D. thoughts想法。根据句中的“coached me”可知，妈妈用平静的话语指导作者。故选A。
50. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：然后，当我的双脚再次站稳脚跟时，我恢复了信心。A. lost失去；B. maintained维持；C. demonstrate证明；D. restored恢复。根据上文中的“Frightened, I　47　, not knowing how to proceed.”和下文中的“I finally overcame my fear”可知，作者一开始看到这条崎岖小路时吓呆住了，后来在父母的帮助下终于克服了自己的害怕，由此可知，作者重新恢复的信心。故选D
51. 考查动词词义辨析。句意参考上题。A. left离开；B. broke弄坏；C. found找到；D. drag 拖；拽。根据上文中的“Dad showed me footholds”和空后的“solid ground again”可知，作者在父母的指导下找到了立足点，双脚找到了结实的地面站稳了。故选C。
52. 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：当我终于克服恐惧时，我觉得我们作为一家人变得更亲密了。A. nicer更好的；B. tougher更艰苦的；C. braver更勇敢的；D. closer更亲近的。根据下文中的“the family bonds formed”和空后的“as a family”可知，作者一家人变得更加亲密了。故选D
53. 考查副词词义辨析。句意：从那时起，每天晚上，我们都会聚集在篝火旁，进行我们亲切地称之为“家庭回忆时间”的活动。A. originally原来，起初；B. affectionately亲切地；C. frequently频繁地；D. simply简单地，仅仅。根据空后的“called ‘Family Reflection Time’”并结合语境可知，他们将每晚进行的这个活动称为“家庭回忆时间”，由此可知，他们很喜欢这个活动，很亲切地给它取名字。故选B。
54. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：在这些活动中，我们会分享一天的经历带来的欢笑、泪水和见解。A. sympathy同情；B. conflicts冲突；C. tears泪水；D. profits利润。根据空前的“laughs”可知，这里指一天经历的欢乐和泪水。故选C。
55. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：这次旅行教会了我，旅行的真正意义不仅仅是到达目的地，而是在旅途中发生的个人成长，以及在共同面对挑战时形成的家庭纽带。A. challenges挑战；B. defeats失败；C. tasks任务；D. uncertainty犹豫。根据空前的“facing”并结合上文作者面临崎岖小路时父母给予帮助可知，这里是说一家人一起面对挑战。故选A。
语法填空
a 57. ensuring 58. materials 59. to apply position
and 62. various 63. primarily 64. as 65. who/that
六. 应用文写作
Dear Jerry,
Thank you for enthusiastically inviting me to London this winter holiday. However, I'm sincerely sorry that I will fail to make it due to some urgent affairs.
Unexpectedly, during this winter vocation, a crucial event will be held in my school. As the chairman of the Student Union, I have to serve as an organizer and prepare for the event. So important is it that my teacher won’t allow me to quit. Thus, how about rescheduling our meeting to the summer holiday, during which I will have more spare time to be with you in London
Once again, allow me to express my sincere apology to you. I’m looking forward to your early reply and meeting you in London!
Yours,
Li Hua
七、读后续写
Saying nothing, Joe took his little sister from me. A little reluctant as he was, Joe held Molly in his arms, gently patted her back and sang a song in a soft voice. Having never tended to such a crying and inconsolable baby before, Joe seemed a bit clumsy initial. However, the uncontrollable crying gradually diminished under Joe's soft song and warm hug, eventually being replaced by Molly's quiet sleep. Seeing his younger sister fall asleep, Joe heaved a sigh of relief and wore a bright smile, his eyes sparkling with delight. Subsequently, Joe put Molly on his bed and covered her with his quilt.
Seeing Molly sleeping peacefully in Joe's bed, 1 walked out, followed by Joe. To my astonishment, Joe, standing in front of me, uttered words of apology for his previous embarrassment and animosity expressed to Molly. It was through this experience that he understood the toughness of caring for a baby and the responsibility he should assume as the elder brother. Feeling overwhelmed by warmth, 1 clasped Joe's hands and embraced him tightly, unable to utter a single word. Afterwards, Joe frequently offered to take care of Molly to alleviate my pressure, during which their bonds as siblings were gradually strengthened.荣昌中学高 2025 届高三上期半期教学检测英语试题
考试时间：120 分钟 总分：150 分
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。
Which shirt will the man probably buy
A. The blue one. B. The white one. C. The gray one.
Where is probably the woman
A. In a packaging company. B. At a post office. C. In a grocery store.
Why does the man call the woman
To call a meeting.
To send an invitation.
To check on the arrangements.
When will the match take place
A. Next Thursday. B. Next Friday. C. Next Saturday.
How does the man’s response sound
A. Thrilling. B. Encouraging. C. Upsetting.
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。
听下面一段对话，回答第 6 和第 7 两个小题。
How many books has the woman read
A. 5. B. 8. C. 10.
Which book is the woman reading currently
A. Jane Eyre. B. The Catcher in the Rye. C. The Old Man and the Sea.
听下面一段对话，回答第 8 至第 10 三个小题。
Why is Sandy visiting the children
To paint their school.
To supply new clothes.
To give them an art project.
What is Paul’s concern about the children
They may get hurt.
They may perform badly.
They may get their clothes dirty.
What will happen in the school tomorrow evening
Parents will visit.
Work will be evaluated.
The children will draw pictures.
听下面一段对话，回答第 11 至第 13 三个小题。
When did the woman meet the ducks
When she was rowing a boat.
When she was touring a city.
When she was having a picnic.
Why did the male duck come to the woman
A. He was hungry. B. He got curious. C. He felt threatened.
What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Classmates. B. Colleagues. C. Neighbors.
听下面一段对话，回答第 14 至第 17 四个小题。
When was Monica offered the position as a local news reporter A. In 2016. B. In 2017. C. In 2019.
Why did Monica leave her first job
She moved to another city.
She tried to pursue her dream.
She wanted to take up a better position.
What does Monica think of her second job
A. Impressive. B. Enjoyable. C. Promising.
What information does the man want to get from Monica
Her professional skills.
Her work experience.
Her educational background.
听下面一段独白，回答第 18 至第 20 三个小题。
Who is the speaker probably
A. A guide. B. A host. C. A teacher.
What can the listeners do in the Permanent Collection Gallery
A. Study sculptures. B. Admire paintings. C. Read maps.
Which of the following is opposite the Rotunda
A. The Crossroads Museum. B. The Cowell Hall. C. The Warburton Gallery
第二部分 阅读理解(共两节，满分 50 分)
第一节 (共 15 小题，每小题 2.5 分，满分 37.5 分)
阅读下列短文，从题中所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Ever dreamed of helping elephants in Thailand, discovering the tropical landscape of Cuba, or experiencing your very own Shark Week in the oceanic landscape of Fiji If you’re a teenager looking for a break from classroom studies and summer jobs participate in one of these volunteer travel programs for high schoolers!
Making History with ARCC in Cuba
Location: Cienfuegos, Havana, Santa Clara, Varadero
Time: Summer
Highlight: Discover the tropical landscape of Cuba with its salsa music, turquoise waters, and delicious tamales. Immerse yourself in the community that has been tucked away for six decades, where you’ll assist with the community garden and other volunteer projects.
Shark Week in Fiji with Projects Abroad
Location: Nadi Time: Year round
Highlight: Ready to experience your very own Shark Week in the oceanic landscape of Fiji Then you’ll love these high school volunteer opportunities. Work with scientists and researchers, and provide education to the community. Projects Abroad provides plenty of support and a strong background, so you’ll be in good hands!
Thailand Elephant Service and the Islands
Location: Ayutthaya, Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Koh Samui, Koh Tao, Mae Hong Son Time: Spring, Summer
Highlight: Create once-in-a-lifetime memories while riding elephants. Besides earning volunteer hours, you’ll also see monkeys, view scenic mountains while going white-water rafting. Plus, you’ll take an island-hopping cruise with the program!
Carpe Diem Education Gap Year Programs in East Africa
Location: Tanzania, Rwanda, Uganda Time: Fall, Spring
Highlight: Carpe Diem Education offers a variety of volunteer opportunities that will deepen your connections with the community: giraffe conservation, building homes, and more! You’ll also canoe, trek around islands, and practice meditation along the way.
What can volunteers do in Cuba
Grow flowers and vegetables.
Learn to play salsa music.
Teach the local community.
Enjoy white-water rafting.
Where can volunteers help protect animals
A. Varadero. B. Nadi. C. Rwanda. D. Bangkok. 23．What do the four programs have in common
They have expert guidance.
They are ongoing at all seasons.
They include education to the community.
They provide work and travel experience for teenagers.
B
I was attacked by a tiger shark in late October 1997. It was near my home on the island of Kauai—a typical fall morning with friends. The waves were really good, so nothing was stopping us.
That is until a large shark came right up under me and sank his teeth into my lower leg. There had been no splashing, no noise, and I felt no pain, only great pressure on my lower body.
Then I followed my instinct: I punched the shark in the face, again and again which happens to be what the expert advice, until the shark released me. As I swam back into shore, I felt my lower right leg spasming (痉挛). When I looked down, I realized it was gone. The shark had bit my lower leg off. My friends rushed to my aid, and rushed me to hospital.
It was another day before the “fog” lifted, at which point I opened my eyes and realized I was in the hospital—a below-the-knee amputee (截肢). For the next few bedridden weeks, I spent time with my family, and considered the future.
As soon as I was given the OK by my doctors, I did what many of us might consider unthinkable: I started riding the waves again. In fact, my first time back was near the site of his attack. I was unshaken and curious—Was it because of the tides The phase of the moon I also recalled that the morning of the attack the water had a fishy smell. Was that what attracted the shark
I was determined to research sharks, and I did learn something that would change my life: Humans are far more dangerous to sharks than the other way around, I tell Reader’s Digest. “I watched a documentary called Sharkwater, and I learned about the demand for shark fin soup and the fact that 70 million sharks a year are killed for their fins alone.”
My unique situation as a shark survivor empowered me to give sharks a voice. I began working with the Hawaii state legislature to help pass a ban on shark-derived products. I partnered with other like-minded shark attack survivors and marine biologists, and we headed to Washington to urge senators to create a nationwide bill protecting sharks.
What is mainly talked about in the first two paragraphs
A. The missing leg. B. The shark attack. C. The timely rescue. D. The expert’s advice.
Why did the author ride the waves again
To figure out why he became a target.
To go on with his unshaken hobby.
To keep track of the phase of the moon.
To explore why the water had a fishy smell.
What did the author find after he recovered
Humans tend to ignore the dangers.
Humans can’t survive without sharks.
Sharks pose a greater threat to humans.
Sharks are in urgent need of protection.
What does author imply in the last paragraph
He is speaking in favor of sharks.
He argues against the bill about sharks.
There is widespread doubt about sharks.
People should give sharks a preference.
C
Life continually requires that we write down a few words of thanks: for holidays, meals, presents or people’s place in our hearts. However, too often, our messages end up flat or somewhat unconvincing. To make our messages more effective, we might take a lesson from the history of art.
To some extent, what distinguishes great from common art is the level of detail with which the world has been studied. A talented artist is, first and foremost, someone who takes us into the specifics of the reasons why an experience or a place felt valuable. They don’t merely tell us that spring is “nice”, they zero in on the particular contributing factors to this niceness: leaves that have the softness of a newborn’s hands, the contrast between a warm sun and a sharp breeze, the soft cry of baby blackbirds...
Some of the reason why great artists are rare is that our minds are not well set up to understand why we feel as we do. But we can be confident if our minds have been affected, the reasons why they’ve been so will be somewhere, waiting to be uncovered. We stand to realize that it wasn’t so much that the food was “delicious”, but that the potatoes in particular had a charming rosemary and garlic flavour. A friend wasn’t just “nice”; they brought in a hugely sensitive and generous tone to ask us what it had been like for us when we suffered. The details will be there, waiting for us to catch them.
We don’t have to be great artists to send effective thank-you notes. We just need to locate and hold on tightly to two or three highly detailed reasons for our gratitude.
What can we infer from Paragraph 1
We seldom express gratitude by writing.
We usually find messages of thanks touching.
We should take a course in message writing.
We may draw inspiration for thank-yous from arts.
What does the underlined phrase “zero in on” in Paragraph 2 probably mean
A. Leave out. B. Clear up. C. Focus on. D. Hold back.
How is Paragraph 3 developed
A. By classification. B. By example. C. By definition. D. By process.
Which would the author recommend to express gratitude
I am blessed to have such a wonderful week.
Your caring and warm smile lights up my day.
Thank you so much for your great present.
This is the most delicious dinner I’ve ever had.
D
At ancient sites across the Amazon River basin, mysterious plots of unusually rich soil dot (点缀) the landscape. Scientists have long debated the origin of this “dark earth”, which is darker in color than surrounding soils and richer in carbon. Some people think this dark earth formed naturally, but the latest research has shown that modern Kuikuro people in Brazil create similar soil around their villages on purpose, which adds evidence to the idea that long-ago Amazons deliberately made such soil too. Perron, an earth scientist at MIT, reviewed interviews of Kuikuro people conducted by a Kuikuro filmmaker in 2018 and found that Kuikuro villagers actively make dark earth by using ash, food bits and controlled burns. “When you plant in hilly land, the soil is weak,” explained elder Kanu Kuikuro in one of the interviews. That is why we throw the ash, manioc peelings and manioc pulp. When comparing soil samples from ancient and modern sites, researchers found “striking similarities”—both were far less acidic than surrounding soils and contained higher levels of plant-friendly nutrients.
Analyses also revealed that dark earth holds twice the amount of carbon as surrounding soils on average. Scans (扫描) of the Xingu region suggest that the area is dotted with dark earth, and that hold as much as about 9 million tons of carbon—the annual carbon emissions of a small, industrialized country. “This number could roughly equal the annual carbon emissions of the United States when all dark earth across the Amazon is taken into consideration,” Perron says.
Figuring out the true value of carbon stored in the Amazon’s dark earth will require more data. Still, the research has significant influences on the Amazon’s future. The technique highlights how ancient people were able to live in the Amazon by developing sustainable farming that doubled as a carbon-storing technique. With more and more greenhouse gases entering the atmosphere, it could also provide a blueprint for developing methods of sustainably locking atmospheric carbon in the soil, helping fight climate change.
What can we infer from the dark earth across the Amazon River basin
They are more acidic than surrounding soils.
They contain more organic nutrients.
They formed naturally.
They contain less carbon.
Why does the author mention the annual carbon emissions of the US
To explain the difficulty of protecting dark earth.
To show the wide distribution of dark earth in Amazon.
To stress the huge carbon-storing capability of dark earth.
To reveal the large carbon emissions of the United States.
What does the author stress in the last paragraph
A possible solution to climate change.
The advanced farming technology in ancient tomes.
The importance of developing sustainable farming.
A way of green agriculture.
Which is the best title of the text
Urgency of Sustainable Development
Facts About the Dark Earth
Advantages of the Dark Earth
Wisdom of Ancient Amazons
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。
In order to survive in the world with challenges, we need to be wise. 36 Let me tell you this, wisdom provides us with ideas when we need it and it calms us down in terrible situations. Here are some strategies that we can use to get wiser.
37 This will open up as many as new pathways for us. Never base your ideas on the most popular opinion or which is the most comfortable for you. Train your mind to be a judgment-free space for ideas. If you are humble, then you will always get to experience something new.
You must be the kind of person who learns something new every day. Take new classes and read new books. 38 The list goes on and on. All of these activities will help you to tackle problems from different angles, making everything easier.
You obviously want to grow and do better in life, right The best way is to have wise people as your mentors (导师), like teachers, colleagues and even special friends. Prior to making them a mentor, find out what makes them wiser, then engage in useful dialogue with them. 39
If you have accumulated a lot of knowledge, then why not share it with others too 40 In today’s world, it is very easy to become wise but it isn’t easy to help others. So keep things balanced and never let go of your passions and values. This will pave the path to success.
Why do we communicate with wise people
Why is wisdom crucial in this modern world
Change your routine and see where life takes you.
Surf the Internet and clear out your problems that confuse you.
Sometimes we ourselves need to be open to diverse ideas.
The more time is spent with them, the more transfer of knowledge there will be.
Communicating with others and helping them out will also increase your wisdom.
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。
When I was in third grade, my family and I took on an unforgettable trip across the country. It turned out to be more than just a/an 41 journey; it was a journey of discovery into our 42 . Every day, Dad 43 us with his trusty road map. Mom, the heart of our family, shared folk tales and painted pictures about the upcoming 44 . We went through diverse 45 from the thick forests to the vast deserts of the West.
One day, while hiking through the Grand Canyon, I 46 a particularly rough path. Frightened, I 47 , not knowing how to proceed. That’s when my parents 48 .
As Dad showed me footholds, Mom coached me with calming 49 and reminded me of the breathtaking views that lay ahead. Then, I 50 the confidence as my feet 51 solid ground again. When I finally overcame my fear, I felt we became 52 as a family.
From then on, every evening, we’d gather around a campfire for what we 53 called “Family Reflection Time”. During these sessions, we’d share laughs, 54 , and insights from the day’s experiences.
The trip taught me that the true meaning of travel isn’t merely about reaching the destination but about the personal growth that happens on the route, and the family bonds formed when facing 55 together.
41．A．crowded B．realistic C．creative D．necessary
42．A．potentials B．dreams C．relationships D．inspirations 43．A．guided B．encouraged C．comforted D．attracted 44．A．events B．stations C．locations D．shows 45．A．cultures B．landscapes C．groups D．countries 46．A．imagined B．constructed C．smoothed D．encountered 47．A．froze B．flew C．fell D．forgot 48．A．talked to B．stood aside C．stepped in D．turned back 49．A．words B．worries C．noises D．thoughts 50．A．lost B．maintained C．demonstrate D．restored 51．A．left B．broke C．found D．drag 52．A．nicer B．tougher C．braver D．closer 53．A．originally B．affectionately C．frequently D．simply 54．A．sympathy B．conflicts C．tears D．profits 55．A．challenges B．defeats C．tasks D．uncertainty
第Ⅱ卷第二节 (共 10 小题，每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分)
阅读下列短文，在空白处填入 1 个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Lacquer fans ( 漆 扇 ), 56 treasured piece of intangible cultural heritage, embody the delicate craftsmanship and artistic sensibilities of ancient China.
The foundation of a lacquer fan lies in its frame, which is traditionally constructed from bamboo or wood. Skilled artisans( 工 匠 ) painstakingly shape and assemble the frame, 57 (ensure) both its structural integrity and aesthetic appeal. The delicate ribs of the fan are decorated with complicated carvings or inlaid with precious 58 (material) such as jade or ivory, adding a touch of grace and dignity.
The surface of the fan undergoes a precise preparation process. Silk or paper is stretched and affixed to the frame, creating a smooth and durable base 59 (apply) lacquer. Multiple layers of lacquer are then applied, each carefully sanded and polished to achieve a flawless finish. The lacquer’s 60 (compose) varies depending on the color and properties, ranging from opaque hues to translucent glazes.
The final step in the creation of a lacquer fan is the application of a protective coating. This coating seals the lacquer 61 enhances its resistance to wear and damage.
Lacquer fans have served 62 (vary) purposes throughout history. In ancient times, they were 63 (primary) used for cooling and shade, but they gradually evolved into objects of both fashion and art. They became popular accessories for both men and women, and were often carried 64 a symbol of status and elegance. Today, lacquer fans are highly prized by collectors and continue to be crafted by skilled artisans 65 strive to preserve this ancient art form.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分 40 分) 第一节 应用文写作(满分 15 分)
假定你是李华，你的英国朋友 Jerry 写信邀请你寒假期间去伦敦游玩，你因故无法前往，请你回信表达歉意，内容包括：
表示歉意；
说明原因；
提议暑假去拜访他。
注意：写作词数应为 80 左右。
Dear Jerry,
Yours, Li Hua
第二节 读后续写 (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。
The moment my son Joe knew I was going to have another baby, he tried his best to stay out of our lives. By the time our daughter Molly was due to be born, I had grown accustomed to his embarrassment and animosity（敌意）. I had grown accustomed to a lot of things, not the least of which was having an unexpected child at the age of 39. My husband, to his eternal credit, was delighted. Throughout it all, Joe rarely spoke to me, except to say, “You don’t have to come to my school,” and—after a marathon baby naming conference— “Call her Molly.”
When Molly finally arrived, tiny, quiet and perfect, four family arms were there to draw her close. But Joe’s remained tightly crossed over his chest, on the far side of the hospital room I signed to him to come closer but he shook his head slightly. I could see him standing there, arms still folded, staring straight ahead.
Joe stayed away at a friend’s cottage when Molly and I came home from the hospital. He was still gone ten days later when I took our daughter for her first check-up. He arrived home just as I was coming back, tears streaming down my face. “The doctor thinks she might have a hearing problem,” I sobbed. “She’s too quiet. She’s not responding like she should. We have to have her tested.”
As my husband comforted me, downplaying my worry, I noticed that Joe had stopped beside the baby, sound asleep in her car seat. He reached out to her, shifting her slightly away from a bump（隆起） in the carpet. “She’s okay,” he said, looking down on her. “There’s nothing wrong with her. She’s just little.”
Three months later as I walked the floor at 4:00 a.m. with a crying and inconsolable（难以安抚的 ）baby in my arms, I dragged myself into Joe’s room and woke him up. “Joe, could you take her Just for a few minutes I can’t settle her down. Dad’s on business, and I just really need a break.”
注意：续写词数应为 150 左右。
Saying nothing, Joe took his little sister from me.
Seeing Molly sleeping peacefully in Joe’s bed, I walked out, followed Joe.

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