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长沙四大名校2024-2025学年高三下学期2月月考英语试题
注意事项：
1.答卷前，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。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. What does the man probably do
A. He is a salesman. B. He is a deliveryman. C. He is a customer.
2. Who does the dog belong to
A. The man. B. The man's brother. C. The man's aunt.
3. What will the man probably do after lunch
A. Drive a car. B. Drink a beer. C. Eat an ice cream.
4. Why does the man make the call
A. To reschedule a meeting.
B. To confirm an appointment.
C. To enquire about business hours.
5. Where probably is the man
A. In the garage. B. In the basement. C. In the garden.
第二节 （共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What is necessary for applying for a library card
A. A photo. B. Card fee. C. A credit card.
7. How does the woman sound in the end
A. Grateful. B. Angry. C. Surprised.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. How did the woman get to know the latest news
A. On TV. B. By newspaper. C. By Weibo.
9. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Father and daughter. B. Mother and son. C. Colleagues.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. Where does the man come from
A. China. B. The U. K. C. America.
11. Why does the man order more takeaways in China
A. They cost less. B. They taste good. C. They are of various options.
12. What is the conversation mainly about
A. Eating in Beijing and London.
B. Ways of ordering takeaways.
C. Famous cuisines in China.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. What is the purpose of the phone call
A. To consult a doctor. B. To report an injury. C. To make an appointment.
14. When did the man hurt his ankle
A. On Tuesday. B. On Wednesday. C. On Sunday.
15. What did the man use to cover his injured ankle
A. A cold towel. B. A hot towel. C. A band.
16. What can we know about Mrs. Lola
A. She is a patient nurse.
B. She is an experienced doctor.
C. She is unavailable today.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. How did Wall Street get its name
A. It went along a high wall.
B. It was named by the president.
C. It protected the city from the enemy.
18. When did Wall Street become a financial center
A. In late 17th century. B. In late 18th century. C. In late 19th century.
19. How long had New York been the capital of the U. S.
A. 15 years. B. 10 years. C. 5 years.
20. What does the speaker mainly talk about
A. The famous financial center.
B. The first American president.
C. The history of American capital.
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，并在答题纸上将该项涂黑。
A
Festivals in Sydney are a major attraction for tourists. They offer a unique opportunity for visitors to experience the vibrant culture, diverse entertainment and the warm spirit of Sydney, adding an extra layer of charm to this beautiful city.
Sydney Festival
When: January
The Sydney Festival is a major cultural event that transforms the city each summer. It showcases a diverse range of performances, including theater, dance, music, and visual arts. There are outdoor concerts in beautiful parks, thought-provoking plays in historic theaters, and innovative art equipment in unexpected locations.
Biennale of Sydney
When: March-June
This biennial event is one of the leading contemporary art festivals in the Asia-Pacific region. It features works by local and international artists in various venues across the city. The artworks often challenge conventional ideas and push the boundaries of creativity.
Vivid Sydney
When: May-June
Vivid Sydney is known for its spectacular light displays and projections that illuminate the city's iconic buildings and landmarks. The festival also includes music performances and creative discussions.
Art & About Sydney
When: October
This festival brings art to the streets, with public artworks, exhibitions, and events throughout the city. It encourages people to engage with art in their everyday surroundings.
21. What is special about Vivid Sydney
A. It has outdoor concerts. B. It has appealing artworks.
C. It has light displays. D. It has creative performances.
22. What does Art & About Sydney encourage people to do
A. Watch plays in theaters. B. Create artworks at home.
C. Perform on the streets. D. Get involved with art in daily life.
23. What type of writing is the text
A. A review. B. A report. C. A paper. D. An advertisement.
B
Every winter season, I feel a rush of emotions and memories flood back as I look at the old scarf my mother used to wear. It was a simple woolen scarf, frayed at the edges and a bit faded in color, but to me, it held a world of meaning.
My mother was a hardworking woman. She would wake up before the crack of dawn to prepare breakfast for the family, then rush off to her job at the local factory. Despite the long hours and tiring work, she always managed to come home with a smile on her face, ready to listen to our stories and help us with our homework. I remember how she would wrap that scarf around her neck on cold mornings, as if it were a shield against the harsh elements.
One Christmas, I decided to save up my pocket money to buy her a new scarf. I spent hours in the store, carefully choosing one that I thought would match her eyes and bring out the warmth in her smile. When I finally presented it to her, her eyes lit up like stars. She immediately put it on and proudly showed it off to my father and siblings, as if it were the most precious gift she had ever received. But even though she had the new scarf, she still kept the old one, saying that it held too many memories to let go.
As the years passed, the scarf became a symbol of our bond. Whenever I saw it, I would think of the countless times my mother had comforted me with a hug when I was sad, or cheered me on when I was facing a challenge. She was my constant support, my rock in the stormy sea of life. Friends would come and go, but my mother was always there, ready to offer a kind word or a shoulder to cry on.
Now, I am a father with two kids. Whenever the winter winds blow, I take out that old scarf and hold it close to my heart. It reminds me of my mother's love, unwavering and unconditional. And I realize that the best gifts in life are not the ones that are bought with money, but the ones that are wrapped in love and memories. Just like my mother's scarf, which may be worn out and old, but to me, it is a treasure that I will cherish forever.
24. How did the author surprise his mom at Christmas
A. By saving his pocket money. B. By helping with household chores.
C. By taking her on a trip. D. By giving her a new scarf.
25. What does the underlined word “frayed” in paragraph 1 mean
A. Torn. B. Decorated. C. Colorful. D. Soft.
26. What can we infer about the author's mother
A. She lives an economical life. B. She values family and memories.
C. She doesn't like new things. D. She is strict with her children.
27. What is the main idea of the passage
A. The author's happy childhood.
B. The author's memories of his mother's scarf.
C. The relationship between the author and his mother.
D. The importance of buying proper gifts for parents.
C
The ocean covers approximately 70% of Earth's surface. It's the largest livable space on our planet, and there's more life there than anywhere else on Earth. Through exploration. we' re learning more about its biological, chemical, physical, and geological aspects. Exploration leads to discovery, but before we can truly explore, we must map.
Seafloor mapping provides a sense of what may lie beneath and guides decisions about where to explore. While the entire seafloor has been mapped using data collected from satellites, these data provide only a general picture of what's there. Detail is limited on these maps, so some important geographical features like seamounts and objects like shipwrecks（失事船只） remain unseen.
As of 2023, 24.9% of the global seafloor had been mapped with modern high-resolution technology, usually fixed on ships, which can reveal the seafloor in greater detail. While almost 50% of the seafloor beneath U. S. waters had been mapped to these modern standards, the nation's seafloor is larger than the land area of all 50 states. Thus, there's still a significant amount of seafloor left to be mapped at high resolution.
More is known about the seafloor than the species that call the ocean home. Seafloor maps can provide information about potential habitats, but they can't identify species on the seafloor or provide information about how they interact with each other and their environments. Scientists estimate there may be between 700,000 and 1 million species in the ocean. Roughly two-thirds of these species have yet to be discovered or officially described, with almost 2,000 new species accepted by the scientific community each year.
We have a great deal more to learn about our ocean and what lives in it, but progress is being made. We learn more and more each year. But the ocean will never be fully explored. Earth is constantly changing, and it's important to understand these changes given the importance of the ocean in our everyday lives.
28. Why is seafloor mapping important for exploring the ocean
A. It reveals all objects on the seafloor. B. It shows the seafloor in greater detail.
C. It guides decisions about where to sail. D. It provides a general picture of the earth.
29. Why is the seafloor beneath U. S. waters mentioned in paragraph 3
A. To stress the further task of mapping the seafloor.
B. To explain the standards of mapping the seafloor.
C. To illustrate the geographical features of the seafloor.
D. To highlight the significance of mapping the seafloor.
30. What do we know from the seafloor maps
A. The quality of seawater. B. The environment of the ocean.
C. The likely homes of sea species. D. The exact number of sea species.
31. What is the best title of the text
A. How can the seafloor be mapped B. What species are living in the ocean
C. Why is it important to map the seafloor D. What difficulty is there in exploring the ocean
D
A few weeks ago, a well-meaning professor tried to explain the physiological process behind viruses and the human body in a tweet（推特） and was immediately criticized for a mistake in his information. He then issued an apology and deleted his erroneous tweet.
Communicating science beyond the academic bubble is necessary to boost public understanding of health and environmental issues and helping individuals make well-informed personal decisions.
However, scientists who engage in science communication must acknowledge that even in their area, their expertise is deep but narrow. They need to recognize the restrictions in their own knowledge. That is not to suggest that they only write or present on their own research, but rather, that they consult with an expert if the topic is outside of their discipline. Fact-checking with a scientist who works in the specialty will prevent the unintentional spread of misinformation, and the process of doing so may yield tiny pieces of interesting new information that can be incorporated.
Some have argued that the public is not educated enough to understand scientific information, especially for any complex phenomena, but this is absurd. Science instruction can be found at all levels of public education with most secondary schools offering classes on biology, physics, and chemistry. If anything, social media has shown that the public longs for knowledge based on a solid scientific foundation. Even the public discourse（话语） that follows most scientific articles shows that online readers can understand even the most puzzling of scientific principles.
It is equally necessary to emphasize that being an expert on a topic does not automatically make a scholar qualified to communicate it to a nonscientific audience. A number of scientists recently have been offering public-aimed explanations of scientific phenomena. Even though they have appropriate titles, they often do very little in the way of explaining. One biologist shared a complex analogy（类比） involving a library, books, paper, a recipe, ingredients, and a cake to explain the process behind vaccines. Any explanation that requires a written key to keep track of what each item represents is not a clear example for public consumption.
Science communication is a science in and of itself. It requires rigorous training and instruction. A scientist should take communication courses that can teach a person how to identify and eliminate jargon（术语） and how to develop effective analogies to explain complex concepts. One cannot assume communication expertise— imagine if someone just decided that they were a physicist and started trying to contribute to the field without the necessary background. Doing a poor job communicating science to the public will only create confusion and widen the gap between science and society, a gap that scientists are trying to close.
32. What does the author advise scientists do to deal with topics outside of their specialty
A. Explore them from new angles. B. Turn to professionals for help.
C. Use information from diverse sources. D. Double-check with colleagues in their field.
33. What does the author mainly tell us in paragraph 4
A. The public's understanding of science is much better than some have claimed.
B. Scientific articles have gained increasing popularity among the general public.
C. Modern technology has facilitated communication between scientists and the public.
D. A solid academic foundation is essential to understanding puzzling scientific principles.
34. What does the example of the biologist sharing a complex analogy show
A. It is vital to have appropriate titles to explain scientific issues.
B. It is helpful to use illustrations in explaining scientific phenomena.
C. A learned scholar is not necessarily a qualified science communicator.
D. A nonscientific audience cannot correctly understand principles of science.
35. What does the author suggest scientists do to bridge the gap between science and society
A. Develop communication skills. B. Take courses in public speaking.
C. Make appropriate use of scientific terms. D. Explain complex concepts scientifically.
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。
Creativity isn't what everyone is born with. If you aren't an artist or someone in an “artsy” field, you might wonder why creativity is important. Here, you may find the answer.
36 Creativity is the key to the door of expression, no matter what form of creativity you choose. It could be painting or anything that brings interesting things out. All conveys how you really feel on the inside and reveals things you may not be comfortable about.
Feeling discouraged and frustrated about something 37 It takes your mind off what's bothering you while you're still engaging your mind in something more fun. Actually, creating something, like baking, drawing, etc., is like running the engine of your mind.
Thinking creatively always opens up possibilities. 38 Often, people get stuck in the mindset and patterns they used to employ to solve difficulties. While the old way might still get the job done, if your problem-solving was more creative, it could give you new perspectives to help you do better.
Creativity has been proven in extensive research to relieve both stress and anxiety. Sometimes, among life's responsibilities, we forget that we need and deserve downtime and self-care. 39 It's like a cure for your mental health.
When you think creatively and overcome challenges, you're proving to yourself that you' re a capable person. Creativity plays a part on your way to self-recognition. 40
A. Creativity makes you more productive.
B. Doing something creative can help you shake off a bad mood.
C. Turning to creativity can give you more of what you need in this area.
D. Organizing your thoughts creatively makes them more real and clearer.
E. Freedom of expression is considered important to a person's well-being.
F. That's because with creativity, people can see things from different angles.
G. During this lengthy road, creativity allows you to be aware of your strengths.
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，并在答题纸上将该项涂黑。
JongMay Urbonya is an American lady full of 41 : she is fluent in Mandarin, fond of hanfu and Chinese dance. She was born in China and lived there until the age of six. It was in those years that the seeds of love for Chinese culture were 42 .
Even after moving back to the U. S., Urbonya's parents used Chinese TV dramas to 43 her Chinese language abilities. The seeds of passion 44 her back to China in2011, studying Chinese dance in Beijing Normal University.
“When I was a kid, I had a “princess dream”. I often cover my shoulder with a blanket, 45 I was an ancient Chinese princess,” she said. A chance to 46 that dream occurred in 2020, when a TV show had Urbonya visit a hanfu festival. “Hanfu has wide 47 and is winning recognition in the world. I got the full hanfu experience and I 48 then that hanfu culture is a new-found way to bring Chinese 49 to the present,” she said.
She 50 that 10 years ago when she was in college, wearing hanfu was a（n） 51 sight and she could only buy custom-made hanfu. “If I had worn hanfu walking down the street, people would probably ask 52 in their hearts, ‘Why is this foreigner wearing an ancient outfit on the street ” “Now, she has 53 hanfu in her everyday wear and is able to purchase different 54 of hanfu online. “I'm really happy to be a hanfu culture enthusiast, and I hope to make it more 55 to those outside of China,” she said.
41. A. mysteries B. ambitions C. surprises D. contradictions
42. A. spread B. collected C. sowed D. blossomed
43. A. keep up B. hold up C. take up D. wrap up
44. A. delivered B. brought C. forced D. flashed
45. A. celebrating B. demanding C. guaranteeing D. pretending
46. A. achieve B. appreciate C. imagine D. establish
47. A. appeal B. exposure C. admiration D. devotion
48. A. proposed B. indicated C. realized D. proved
49. A. faith B. history C. values D. virtues
50. A. memorized B. declared C. reminded D. recalled
51. A. popular B. rare C. desirable D. crucial
52. A. ridiculously B. seriously C. casually D. curiously
53. A. folded B. included C. replaced D. created
54. A. ranges B. models C. sizes D. styles
55. A. reliable B. comfortable C. accessible D. reasonable
第二节 （共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式，并将答案填写在答题卡上。
Fenghuang or Phoenix Ancient Town, is a charming and ancient small town 56 （locate） in the beautiful landscape of western Hunan Province. It is surrounded by breath-taking mountains and the Tuojiang River 57 （flow） through it.
The architecture is a blend of traditional styles, 58 （show） amazing woodwork and unique designs. The narrow streets are lined with antique 59 （wood） houses, some decorated with beautiful carvings, which add 60 touch of mystery to the ancient town. The local culture is vibrant, with folk music and performances full of festive atmosphere, 61 you can experience the unique customs and 62 （delicacy） here.
The ancient town also offers a glimpse into the lives of its past residents, with museums and historical sites providing insights 63 its heritage. At night, the illuminated town is a sight to behold, casting a magical glow over the entire area.
Fenghuang is truly a remarkable place 64 history, culture, and natural beauty come together, attracting countless tourists across the whole country 65 （explore） its beauty.
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）
假如你是校英语社团（the English Club）负责人李华，打算在全校发起讲英语故事大赛。请你写一则通知。内容包括：
1.活动目的与安排；
2.呼吁报名参加。
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。
Notice _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________
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。
Last Sunday afternoon, I was reading a book and had just come to the most interesting part when my little brother, Tex, rushed into my room. “Look at these cool paper airplanes I made!” Tex exclaimed, throwing one directly at my head.
Annoyed, I asked him for some peace and quiet so I could continue reading. “Ooh! I want to read!” said Tex. He climbed onto my bed and eagerly asked if I could read the book out loud to him. I replied that I didn't want to read out loud.
Sensing my bad mood, Tex decided to cheer me up. He dashed out of my room and returned a minute later, dumping a basket full of stuffed animals all over me. “A teddybear picnic!”
“No, Tex, not today.” I got up, dragged myself to the living room and flopped into the chair, feeling grumpy（暴躁的）. Tex stood in the doorway, a disappointed look on his face.
Although I knew Tex was just trying to help, I couldn't shake off my bad feelings. Just then, my friend Ollie arrived, excitedly holding a brand-new basketball. He suggested that we head to the park and try it out.
Feeling too absorbed in my bad mood, I sighed and told Ollie that I was too busy being in the world's worst mood to do anything at all. Curious about my annoyance, Ollie asked what had happened. I told him Tex had interrupted my reading and for some unknown reason, it had put me in a really grumpy mood. Ollie then mentioned that when he was in a bad mood, he liked to move his body.
“I'd love to move,” I said. “To a tropical island!”
“Not that kind of move!” Ollie said “I move my body. You know, skateboard, basketball, go for a walk, and do jumping jacks. Exercise makes me feel e on!”
I sighed, thinking that exercise was the last thing I wanted to do in my grumpy state. But Ollie's words echoed in my mind, and I realized that maybe he was right.
注意：
1.续写词数应为150左右；
2.请在答题卡的相应位置按如下格式作答。
Unwillingly, I agreed to go to the park with him. ___________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ At sunset, I was on my way back home, tired but no longer in a grumpy mood. ___________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________
长沙四大名校2024-2025学年高三下学期2月月考英语试题
参考答案
第一部分 听力
1—5. BBAAC 6—10. ACCAB 11—15. CACCB 16—20. BABCA
第二部分 阅读
A
【语篇导读】这是一篇应用文。文章介绍了悉尼的几个重要文化节日。
21. C。细节理解题。 “Vivid Sydney is known for its spectacular light displays and projections that illuminate the city's iconic buildings and landmarks.”（悉尼灯光音乐节以其壮观的灯光展示和投影而闻名，照亮了城市的标志性建筑和地标。）所以其特别之处在于灯光展示，故选 C。
22. D。 细节理解题。 “Art & About Sydney. This festival brings art to the streets, with public artworks, exhibitions, and events throughout the city. It encourages people to engage with art in their everyday surroundings.”（这个节日将艺术带到街头，整个城市都有公共艺术品、展览和活动。它鼓励人们在日常生活中接触艺术。）故选 D。
23. D。推理判断题。根据全文，特别是第一段内容可知，文章为游客介绍了悉尼的四个文化节日。故选D。
B
【语篇导读】这是一篇记叙文。作者回忆妈妈的围巾，以及围巾中所承载的妈妈的爱，让假期特别，珍惜孩子送的礼物。
24. D。细节理解题。根据文章第三段“One Christmas, I decided to save up my pocket money to buy her a new scarf. I spent hours in the store, carefully choosing one that I thought would match her eyes and bring out the warmth in her smile. When I finally presented it to her, her eyes lit up like stars. She immediately put it on and proudly showed it off to my father and siblings, as if it were the most precious gift she had ever received. ”可知答案。 故选 D。
25. A。 词义猜测题。 文章中提到“It was a simple woolen scarf, frayed at the edges and a bit faded in color.”，描述围巾边缘的状态，结合语境可以猜测“frayed”是磨损、破旧的意思，与“torn”（撕破的）意思相近。故选A。
26. B。推理判断题。根据文章,特别是第三段“But even though she had the new scarf, she still kept the old one, saying that it held too many memories to let go.”可知，妈妈珍惜孩子送的礼物，即使有了新围巾也保留旧围巾因为它有很多回忆，可推断出妈妈重视家庭和回忆。故选B。
27. B。主旨大意题。文章主要围绕作者对妈妈的围巾的回忆展开，讲述了围巾背后妈妈的爱以及它对作者的意义。故选 B。
C
【语篇导读】本文是一篇说明文，作者详细解释了海洋探索的重要性、海底测绘的现状、海洋生物的多样性以及我们对海洋及其生物的了解程度。文章通过提供数据、事实和科学估计来支持其观点，并强调了继续探索和研究海洋的必要性。
28. B。细节理解题。根据第二段“Seafloor mapping provides a sense of what may lie beneath and guides decisions about where to explore. While the entire seafloor has been mapped using data collected from satellites, these data provide only a general picture of what's there. Detail is limited on these maps, so some important geographical features like seamounts and objects like shipwrecks（失事船只） remain unseen.（海底测绘提供了感知什么在海底，并指导决定在哪里探索。虽然利用卫星收集的数据绘制了整个海底的地图，但这些数据只提供了那里的大致情况。这些地图上的细节有限，因此一些重要的地理特征，如海底山和沉船等物体仍然看不到。）”可知，海底测绘对于海洋探索很重要，卫星数据地图上有些细节看不到，海底测绘可以展示海底更详细的情况。另结合第三段第二行, which can reveal the seafloor in greater detail,故选 B项。
29. A。推理判断题。根据第三段中的“While almost 50% of the seafloor beneath U. S. waters had been mapped to these modern standards, the nation's seafloor is larger than the land area of all 50 states. Thus, there's still a significant amount of seafloor left to be mapped at high resolution. （虽然美国水域下近50%的海底已经按照这些现代标准绘制了地图，但美国的海底面积比所有50个州的陆地面积都要大。因此，仍有大量的海底有待以高分辨率绘制。）”可知，第三段提到美国水域下方的海底是为了强调绘制海底地图的进一步任务还很艰巨。故选A项。
30. C。细节理解题。根据第四段中的“More is known about the seafloor than the species that call the ocean home. Seafloor maps can provide information about potential habitats, but they can't identify species on the seafloor or provide information about how they interact with each other and their environments.（人们对海底的了解比对以海洋为家的物种还要多。海底地图可以提供关于潜在栖息地的信息，但它们不能识别海底的物种，也不能提供关于它们如何相互作用以及它们的环境的信息。）”可知，通过海底地图我们可以了解海洋物种的栖息地。故选C项。
31. C。主旨大意题。通读全文,尤其是由文章第二段中的“Seafloor mapping provides a sense of what may lie beneath and guides decisions about where to explore.（海底测绘提供了感知什么在海底,并指导决定在哪里探索。）”第三段“As of 2023, 24.9% of the global seafloor had been mapped with modern high-resolution technology, usually fixed on ships, which can reveal the seafloor in greater detail. While almost 50% of the seafloor beneath U. S. waters had been mapped to these modern standards, the nation's seafloor is larger than the land area of all 50 states. Thus, there's still a significant amount of seafloor left to be mapped at high resolution.（截至2023年，全球24.9%的海底已经用现代高分辨率技术绘制了地图，这些技术通常固定在船上，可以更详细地显示海底。虽然美国水域下近50%的海底已经按照这些现代标准绘制了地图，但美国的海底面积比所有50个州的陆地面积都要大。因此，仍有大量的海底有待以高分辨率绘制。）”、最后一段“We have a great deal more to learn about our ocean and what lives in it, but progress is being made. ... and it's important to understand these changes given the importance of the ocean in our everyday lives.（关于海洋和海洋中的生物，我们还有很多需要了解的，但我们正在取得进展。……鉴于海洋在我们日常生活中的重要性，了解这些变化非常重要。）”可知，作者文章通过提供数据、事实和科学估计，详细解释了海底测绘的现状和重要性。故选 C项。
D
【语篇导读】本文是一篇议论文。文章主要讨论了科学家在向公众传播科学知识时面临的挑战、必要性以及如何提高传播效果，提出了科学家需要认识到自己知识的局限性、及公众对科学知识的渴望、科学家需要具备有效的沟通技巧等观点。
32. B。细节理解题。根据文章第三段“They need to recognize the restrictions in their own knowledge. That is not to suggest that they only write or present on their own research, but rather, that they consult with an expert if the topic is outside of their discipline.（他们需要认识到自己知识的局限性。这并不是说他们只能撰写或介绍自己的研究成果，而是说，如果话题超出了他们的学科范围，他们应该咨询相关专家）”可知，作者认为当科学家遇到超出了他们的学科范围的话题时，他们应该咨询相关专家。故选B。
33. A。推理判断题。根据文章第四段“Some have argued that the public is not educated enough to understand scientific information, especially for any complex phenomena, but this is absurd. Science instruction can be found at all levels of public education with most secondary schools offering classes on biology, physics, and chemistry. If anything, social media has shown that the public craves knowledge based on a solid scientific foundation. Even the public discourse（话语） that follows most scientific articles shows that online readers can understand even the most puzzling of scientific principles.（有人认为，公众受教育程度不够，无法理解科学信息，尤其是复杂的科学现象，但这种观点是荒谬的。各级公共教育中都可以找到科学教学的内容，大多数中学都开设了生物、物理和化学等课程。如果说有什么不同的话，那就是社交媒体表明，公众渴望获得基于坚实科学基础的知识。甚至大多数科学文章后的公众讨论也表明，在线读者能够理解甚至最令人困惑的科学原理）”可推知，公众对科学的理解比一些人声称的要好得多。故选A。
34. C。推理判断题。根据文章第五段“It is equally necessary to emphasize that being an expert on a topic does not automatically make a scholar qualified to communicate it to a nonscientific audience. A number of scientists recently have been offering public-aimed explanations of scientific phenomena. Even though they have appropriate titles, they often do very little in the way of explaining. One biologist shared a complex analogy（类比） involving a library, books, paper, a recipe, ingredients, and a cake to explain the process behind vaccines. Any explanation that requires a written key to keep track of what each item represents is not a clear example for public consumption.（同样必须强调的是,成为某个主题的专家并不意味着该学者就有资格向非科学受众传达该话题。最近很多科学家一直在向公众解释一些现象。尽管他们拥有适当的资质，但是他们的解释方法往往收效甚微。一位生物学家在解释疫苗背后的过程时，借用了图书馆、书籍、纸张、食谱、配料以及蛋糕使用了一个类比。任何需要书面说明来让人了解每一样东西的含义都不是让大众弄明白的清楚例子。）”可知，这个例子是为了强调，即使是一位在生物学领域有深厚学识的学者，也可能在尝试向非专业听众解释复杂的科学概念时遇到困难。这个例子突显了科学传播的挑战，并指出，仅仅因为某人在其专业领域内知识渊博，并不意味着他们就能有效地将这些知识传达给非专业听众。由此推知，这个例子说明了学识渊博并不等同于具备传播科学的能力。故选C。
35. A。细节理解题。根据文章最后一段“Science communication is a science in and of itself. It requires rigorous training and instruction. A scientist should take communication courses that can teach a person how to identify and eliminate jargon（术语） and how to develop effective analogies to explain complex concepts.（科学传播本身就是一门科学。它需要严格的培训和指导。科学家应该参加沟通课程，这些课程可以教授如何识别和消除术语，以及如何发展有效的类比来解释复杂的概念）”可知，作者建议科学家为了缩小科学与社会之间的鸿沟应该接受沟通技巧训练。故选 A。
【语篇导读】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了创造力重要的原因。
36. E。根据后文“Creativity is the key to the door of expression, no matter what form of creativity you choose. It could be painting or anything that brings interesting things out. All conveys how you really feel on the inside and reveals things you may not be comfortable about.（无论你选择何种形式的创造力，创造力都是打开表达之门的钥匙。它可以是绘画或任何能带来有趣事物的东西。所有这些都传达了你内心的真实感受，并揭示了你可能感到不舒服的事情）”可知，本段主旨主要关于表达对人们的重要性，E选项expression对应后文 expression。故E选项“表达自由被认为对一个人的幸福很重要”符合语境，故选E。
37. B。根据上文“Feeling discouraged and frustrated about something （对某事感到气馁和沮丧 ）”可知，上文提到感到气馁，推测本句是在给出解决办法。故B选项“做一些有创意的事情可以帮助你摆脱坏心情”符合语境，与下文 it呼应。故选B。
38. F。根据上文“Thinking creatively always opens up possibilities.（创造性地思考总是能打开可能性）”可知，本句承接上文，解释创造性思考打开创造力的原因。故F选项“那是因为有了创造力，人们可以从不同的角度看问题”符合语境，故选 F。
39. C。根据上文“Creativity has been proven in extensive research to relieve both stress and anxiety. Sometimes, among life's responsibilities, we forget that we need and deserve downtime and self-care.（广泛的研究已经证明，创造力可以缓解压力和焦虑。有时候，在生活的责任中，我们忘记了我们需要并且值得休息和自我照顾）”以及后文“It’ s like a cure for your mental health.（就像治疗你的心理健康一样）”可知，上文提到了“在生活的责任中，我们忘记了我们需要并且值得休息和自我照顾”，推测本句是在说明创造力在自我照顾方面的作用。故C选项“发挥创造力可以让你在这方面得到更多所需”符合语境，故选C。
40. G。根据上文“When you think creatively and overcome challenges, you' re proving to yourself that you're a capable person. Creativity plays a part on your way to self-recognition.（当你创造性地思考并克服挑战时，你就是在向自己证明你是一个有能力的人。创造力在你自我认知的道路上扮演着重要的角色）”可知，上文提到创造力有助于自我认知，即本句对此进一步解释，指出创造力可以帮助对自己有更加深刻的了解，认识到自己的优缺点。故G选项“在这条漫长的道路上，创造力让你意识到自己的优势”符合语境，故选G。
第三部分 语言运用
【语篇导读】本文是一篇记叙文。主要介绍了对中国的汉服痴迷的外国人—— Urbonya积极宣传汉服的故事。
41. C。考查名词词义辨析。句意：JongMay Urbonya 是一位充满惊喜的美国女士：她普通话流利，喜欢汉服和中国舞蹈。A. mysteries神秘的事物；B. ambitions野心；雄心；C. surprises惊讶，惊喜；D. contradictions矛盾。根据本句“she is fluent in Mandarin, fond of hanfu and Chinese dance（她普通话流利，喜欢汉服和中国舞蹈。）”可知，JongMay Urbonya的爱好让人惊讶的。故选C。
42. C。考查动词词义辨析。句意：她出生在中国，一直住到六岁。那些年在她的心中播下了热爱中国文化的种子。A. spread传播；B. collected 收集；C. sowed 播撒；D. blossomed 开花；兴旺。根据上句“fond of hanfu and Chinese dance.（喜欢汉服和中国舞蹈）”以及本句“the seeds of love（热爱中国文化的种子）”可知，在中国生活的经历使热爱中国文化的种子在她的心中播下了。故选C。
43. A。考查动词短语词义辨析。句意：即使在搬回美国之后，Urbonya的父母也用中国电视剧来保持她的中文能力。A. keep up坚持，维持；B. hold up支撑，支持，举起；C. take up开始从事（某项活动）；D. wrap up 总结，概括。根据本句“Urbonya’ s parents used Chinese TV dramas to（Urbonya的父母也通过中国电视剧来）”可知，Urbonya的父母也通过中国电视剧来提高她的中文能力。故选A。
44. B。考查动词词义辨析。句意：2011年，带着激情的种子，她回到中国，在北京师范大学学习中国舞蹈。A. delivered投递，运送；B. brought 带来；C. forced强迫；D. flashed闪现。根据本句“studying Chinese dance in Beijing Normal University.（在北京师范大学学习中国舞蹈）”可知，她回到中国。故选B。
45. D。考查动词词义辨析。句意：“我经常用毯子裹住我的肩膀，假装我是一个古代的中国公主，”她说。A. celebrating 庆祝；B. demanding要求；C. guaranteeing 保证；D. pretending假装。根据本句“I often cover my shoulder with a blanket（我经常用毯子裹住我的肩膀）”可知，Urbonya经常用毯子盖住自己的肩膀，假装自己是一个古代的中国公主。故选D。
46. A。考查动词词义辨析。句意：实现这一梦想的机会出现在2020年。A. achieve 达到，取得；B. appreciate欣赏；C. imagine 想象；D. establish 建立。根据后句“when a TV show had Urbonya visit a hanfu festival. “Hanfu has wide __________and is winning recognition in the world.（一个电视节目让 Urbonya去参加汉服节。“汉服具有广泛的吸引力，正在赢得世界的认可。）”可知，Urbonya的梦想变为现实。故选 A。
47. A。考查名词词义辨析。句意：当一个电视节目让 Urbonya去参加汉服节时。“汉服具有广泛的吸引力，正在赢得世界的认可。A. appeal 吸引力，呼吁；B. exposure 暴露，接触；C. admiration 赞美，欣赏；D. devotion 挚爱，忠诚。根据本句“is winning recognition in the world.（正在赢得世界的认可）”可知，汉服具有广泛的吸引力。故选 A。
48. C。考查动词词义辨析。句意：我有了完整的汉服体验，然后我意识到汉服文化是一种将中国历史带到现代的新方式。A. proposed 建议；B. indicated 指出；显示；C. realized 意识到；D. proved 证明。根据本句“hanfu culture is a new-found way to bring Chinese _________ to the present, ” she said.（汉服文化是一种将中国历史带到现代的新方式）”可知，Urbonya意识到汉服文化是一种将中国历史带到现代的新方式。故选C。
49. B。考查名词词义辨析。句意见上题解析。A. faith 信念；B. history历史；C. values价值；D. virtue 美德。根据上句“Hanfu has wide _________and is winning recognition in the world（汉服具有广泛的吸引力）”汉服是中国悠久的历史文化的代表，可知，汉服文化是一种将中国历史带到现代的新方式。故选B。
50. D。考查动词词义辨析。句意：她回忆说，10年前她上大学时，穿汉服并不常见，她只能买定制的汉服。A. memorized 记住；B. declared 宣布，声明；C. reminded 提醒；D. recalled 回忆。根据本句“10 years ago when she was in college（10年前她上大学时）”可知，这是她回忆十年前的事情。故选D。
51. B。考查形容词词义辨析。句意见上题解析。A. popular流行的；B. rare 稀罕的，稀有的；C. desirable令人向往的；D. crucial关键的，至关重要的。根据本句“she could only buy customized hanfu.（她只能买定制的汉服）”可知，当时穿汉服很罕见，只能定制，故选B。
52. D。考查副词词义辨析。句意：“如果我穿着汉服走在街上，人们可能会好奇地问，为什么这个外国人穿着古装走在街上 ” A. ridiculously可笑地；荒谬地；B. seriously严肃地；C. casually 随意地；D. curiously好奇地。根据本句““Why is this foreigner wearing an ancient outfit on the street ’（为什么这个外国人穿着古装走在街上 ）”可知，人们对于 Urbonya穿汉服的事情很好奇。故选D。
53. B。考查动词词义辨析。句意：现在，她已经把汉服融入了自己的日常穿着，并且可以在网上购买不同风格的汉服。A. folded 折叠；B. included 包含；C. replaced 代替；D. created 创造。根据本句“in her everyday wear（自己的日常穿着）”可知，现在她已经把汉服融入了自己的日常穿着。故选B。
54. D。考查名词词义辨析。句意见上题解析。A. ranges范围；B. models模型；模式；C. sizes尺寸，大小；D. styles风格。根据“purchase（购买）”以及“online（在网上）”可知，Urbonya可以在网上购买不同风格的汉服。故选D。
55. C。考查形容词词义辨析。句意：她说：“我很高兴能成为一名汉服文化爱好者，我希望能让中国以外的人更容易接触到汉服。” A. reliable 可靠的；B. comfortable舒服的；C. accessible 可接近的；D. reasonable合理的。根据本句“those outside of China（中国以外的人）”可知，Urbonya 希望能让中国以外的人更容易接触到汉服。故选C。
【语篇导读】文章介绍了美丽的湖南边陲小镇——凤凰古城。
56. located。考查非谓语动词。过去分词短语作后置定语，located in the beautiful landscape…相当于 which is located in the beautiful landscape…。
57. flows。考查谓语。根据句意，这里是说“沱江在此穿城而过”。
58. showing。考查非谓语动词。现在分词作结果状语。
59. wooden。考查词性转换。wooden,木质的，形容词作定语。
60. a。考查冠词。a touch of 意思是“一点点，少许”。
61. and/so。考查句子结构。这里是并列句，表示平行关系，故填 and/so。
62. delicacies。考查名词单复数。
63. into。考查介词。insight into…表示“对……的了解/洞悉”。
64. where。考查定语从句。先行词 place在从句中作地点状语，故填 where。
65. to explore。考查非谓语动词。attract sb to do sth,不定式在句中作宾语补足语。
第四部分 写作
第一节
【参考范文】
Notice
To enhance students’ interest in English, our school is going to initiate an English story-telling contest. Here are some details about this activity.
The contest will be held in the school auditorium, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, next Friday afternoon. Five foreign teachers working at our school will serve as judges. Those who are interested are welcome to participate. Please sign up at the English Club by this Friday afternoon.
We are convinced that this activity will be a great success. Let's seize the opportunity to make progress together!
第二节
【参考范文】
Unwillingly, I agreed to go to the park with him. When we arrived at the park, Ollie handed me the basketball and challenged me to a game of one-on-one. At first, I was not in the mood, but Ollie kept on encouraging me. As we dribbled and shot the ball, I found myself slowly getting into the game. Focusing on it, I began to feel a glimmer of joy and excitement. After a while, we were both laughing and enjoying ourselves. The fresh air, the laughter, and the joy of playing basketball made us forget about the time.
At sunset, I was on my way back home, tired but no longer in grumpy mood. When I entered the house, Tex looked up at me with eager eyes, yet hesitated to approach. “Hey, buddy.” I smiled at him, ruffling his hair. “How about reading the story to you before bedtime ” Tex’s eyes lit up, and he nodded excitedly. That night, Tex climbed onto my bed once again, snuggling up beside me, content to listen to the story quietly. I couldn't help but feel grateful to Ollie, who helped lift me out of my negative emotion and allowed me to enjoy the moment.
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了作者因为自己弟弟一直吵闹，不能安静读书感到苦恼，这时作者的朋友Ollie来了，在Ollie的鼓动下，作者和他一起去了公园，投入到了打篮球中。最后作者回到家中，主动向弟弟提出晚上给他讲睡前故事。
【详解】
1.段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“我很不情愿地答应和他一起去公园”可知，第一段可描写作者和朋友 Ollie一起在公园打篮球的经过。
②由第二段首句内容“太阳开始下山，我们回家的路上，累了，但高兴”可知，第二段可描写作者回到家主动提出给弟弟讲睡前故事。
2.续写线索：一起去公园——一起打篮球——投入打篮球——开心回家——给弟弟读睡前故事——作者感悟。
听力材料
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M: Hello, Miss Smith, could you please come downstairs and pick up your package now
W: Oh, sorry. I forgot I had bought a pair of shoes online. I’ll be there soon.
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W: Wow, the kitten is so cute! Is it yours, Alex
M: Well, it's actually my brother's birthday gift. My aunt bought it for him from Tokyo.
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W: Would you like a glass of iced beer after lunch
M: No, thanks. It is forbidden for drivers.
W: Oh, sorry. Then I'll get you an ice cream.
M: Thanks for your consideration, but I'm really full now.
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W: Hi, Amanda, this is Albert calling.
W: Oh, hi. Albert. What's up
M: I wonder if we can put off our meeting until Friday afternoon. I have a bit of emergency.
W. No problem. See you Friday.
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M: Honey, could you please fetch the watering can from the basement I'll water the flowers here.
W: Okay. But it's going to rain tonight. Since they are newly-planted, shall we move them to the garage
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M: Sorry, madam, but you couldn't borrow these books if you don't have a library card.
W: Then can you tell me how to apply for a library card
M: With pleasure! Firstly, please fill in this form, show me your ID card and give me your photo.（6）
W: Here you go. Anything else
M: Okay, now you need to give me 10 dollars.
W: 10 dollars I thought it was free.
M: You are right! The library card is free. However, you should pay a deposit for borrowing books.
W: Oh, I didn't know that at all...（7）
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M: What were you doing last night when we were watching TV, Lucy
W: I was reading a biography about Hu Ge. You know, I'm a big fan of him.
M: Oh, really!
W: I have been following him on Weibo for over five years. So it is easy for me to know about him.
M: Then what else can you do on Weibo
W: I can leave comments and forward the updates. I can also get to know the latest news by checking the top search on Weibo.（8） My colleagues often discuss it during the lunch break. Do you want to give it a shot
M: Well, men like me can stay on something simple, like the newspaper.
W: Come on, Dad.（9） You are just in your fifties!
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W: So, could you tell us how you deal with your meals every day Do you cook yourself or eat out
M: When I was in the U. K., I usually cooked at home.（10） But after I've been staying here in Beijing for five years, I am now used to ordering takeaways.
W: Yeah, it's really easy to order takeaways here. And they are also much cheaper here than in the U. K., right I had studied in America and the high expense of delivery fe e made me cook for myself.
M: I think so, but what really attracts me is that takeaways here always provide me with more options.（11） You know, I'm a picky eater.
W: I heard that British people usually have full English breakfast. Is that true
M: Not really! Generally, they have a cup of coffee at home, maybe with toast. They seldom cook in the early morning.
W: Oh, that's a bit different from China.
M: Exactly.
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W: Good afternoon, Doctor Jackson's office. What can I do for you
M: Yes, this is Adam. I was wondering if I could see Doctor Jackson this Tuesday afternoon.
W: Well, let me see. I'm afraid he is not available on Tuesday. Will Wednesday be OK for you （14）
M: I twisted my ankle last night. It hurts now and then! I don’ t think I could wait for another two days.（14）
W: I'm sorry to hear that. Have you received any first aid
M: Yes, I did a hot compress by myself.（15）
W: Hot compress Did you mean that you covered the injured ankle with a hot towel
M: Yes, but it seemed to cut no ice with me! Was there anything wrong
W: Oh, my god! Don't you know that cold compresses should be applied within 24 hours after injury
M: Oh, no! I mixed them up. That's really terrible!
W: We have another doctor Mrs. Lola, who also has been a surgeon for more than twenty years.（16） Would you like to see her I can arrange it for you right now.
M: I'll go there at once.
Text 10（第20题为主旨大意题）
Most people have heard of Wall Street. It is a street in Manhattan, New York City, with the world's most famous trading center. It doesn't trade products, only money and shares. It's so well-known that the name Wall Street often refers to all the banks and capital markets in the U. S. Wall Street has an interesting history. It was given the name, because it ran along a high wooden wall built in 1652, when New York was still a Dutch colony.（17） The wall protected the city against the British army. In 1789, the first president of the U. S., George Washington, took office in the Federal Hall in Wall Street. After this, the president moved to Philadelphia, and eventually to Washington D. C. It wasn't until the end of the 18th century that Wall Street became one of the financial centers of the country.（18） This happened after the U. S. had won its independence from Great Britain. New York became its first capital, although it was replaced by Washington five years later.（19） In 1817, the New York Stock Exchange officially opened its doors.

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