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金丽衢十二校2024学年高三第二次联考
英语参考答案及评分标准
一、听力（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）
1—5 CBCAB 6—10 CABCA 11—15 ACABA 16—20 CCABB
二、阅读理解（第一节15小题,每小题2.5分,共37.5分；第二节5小题；每小题2.5分，共12.5分。满分50分）
21—23 BDC 24—27 AABC 28—31 ADCB 32—35 BDAC 36—40 FBGEA
三、语言运用
第一节：完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
41—45 CADBC 46—50 ADBAD 51—55 BADBA
第二节：语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
56. has been associated 57.born 58. with 59. depth 60. natural
61. and 62. embracing 63. what 64. unfolds 65. beginnings
四、书面表达
第一节：应用文写作 （满分15分）
One possible version:
Version1 分析现状（包括我使用的情况）+我的建议
AI and Our Study
Nowadays, AI has become an inseparable part of study, reshaping how students learn and interact with knowledge. Many students rely on ChatGPT, Deepseek to solve math problems, practice languages, or organize study schedules. However, this convenience comes with challenges, such as over-dependence and ethical concerns about originality in work.
In my daily study routine, I use AI tools wisely. I rely on apps to improve writing accuracy and brainstorm essay ideas. However, I avoid over-dependence by cross-checking AI suggestions with textbooks or teacher feedback. My advice Embrace AI as a supporter, not a replacement. Balance technology with critical thinking, and always prioritize understanding over shortcuts. AI can lighten the load, but true learning still requires your effort and curiosity.
Only by blending AI’s efficiency with human creativity can we unlock greater academic potential.
Version2 分析现状（客观环境）+我的观点+建议
AI and Our Study
As a high school student, I have noticed that AI is increasingly being used in our study. Many online learning platforms now incorporate AI to provide personalized study plans and real-time feedback.
In my opinion, the use of AI in study has both advantages and challenges. On one hand, it can adapt to our individual learning styles and paces, making learning more efficient. It can also offer immediate help and explanations when we encounter difficulties. However, there are also concerns. For example, over-reliance on AI might reduce our ability to think independently.
To make the best of AI in our study, we should use it as a tool to assist us, but not rely on it completely. We still need to develop our own critical thinking and problem-solving skills. I believe that with the right approach, AI can greatly enhance our learning experience and help us achieve better academic results.
Version3 分析现状（大家还不怎么会用）+我的建议
AI And Our Study
In our school, AI is not yet a part of our daily study. Although it’s widely discussed, most students, including me, haven’t used it in learning, mainly because we lack the know-how.
However, I believe AI can bring huge benefits to our study. For instance, AI-powered language learning apps can offer instant translations and grammar checks, helping us improve language skills. Also, intelligent study planners can arrange personalized study schedules according to our weaknesses.
To make the most of AI, I suggest the school organize training sessions to teach us how to use AI tools safely and effectively. This way, we can leverage AI to enhance our learning efficiency.
：读后续写（满分25分）
One possible version:
So I carefully planned to avoid his notice, but the plan backfired. I paused too long at the front door to check for my father. When he yelled out “Hello ”, I promptly bolted into the coat closet. I hid there in the dark until my dad found me in the long-standing pants, and I had no choice but to tell him. Then my father did something very kind and very strange. He reached out for me and gently patted my head—or was it my shoulder Maybe my arm My father took the satisfied pants, still stuffed in a plastic bag from school. He put the pants in the laundry and said he was glad I was Okay.
Everything he did told me that HE LOVED ME! And as I remember that moment, I want to scream through the hallway of time: “That’s it! Look! He loves you!” I want to reach toward the little girl staring down at her feet, the girl who is so relieved to have not upset her father yet again but who is nonetheless still afraid to meet his eyes. I want to raise her head so she can see what her father’s face looks like when he loves her, to lift up her eyes and know it is okay to be loved.
听力部分录音稿
这是金丽衢十二校联考英语考试听力部分。该部分分为第一、第二两节。
注意，回答听力部分时,请先将答案标在试卷上。听力部分结束前，你将有两分钟的时间将你的答案转涂到客观题答题卡上。
停顿00' 10"
请看听力部分第一节。
第一节 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。
现在，你有5秒钟的时间阅读第1小题的相关内容。
Text 1
W: What a lovely evening! But I hope the waiter comes back soon. One can only park for two hours on the high street. I can’t afford to get a ticket.
M: You go on. I’ll sort the bill. （1）
W: Thanks! I’ll get it next time!
Text 2
W: Hello Graham, I didn’t know you took this bus. I’m just off to the supermarket.
M: Hi Jenny, I’m glad to see you. I have a question about tomorrow’s meeting...
W: Sorry, I’m in a hurry. Let’s discuss it at the office this afternoon. （2）
Text 3
W: Thanks, everyone, for your hard work. We have enough information here for the whole research paper!
M: Unfortunately, we’re only allowed ten minutes to present to the class, so we’ll have to shorten the content. （3）
W: Let’s experiment with a few different project titles and see which we all prefer.
Text4
M: I need to focus, I’ll play some “brown noise”. It drowns out all outside sounds.
W: I find work best under pressure, so I’ll use a timer(定时器 计时器) and work in a short time intensely. Then, compete with myself to do as much as possible! （4）
Text5
M: Do you really give up You’ve hardly even started to guess. Oh, okay, I’ll tell you. The secret ingredient is dark chocolate.
W: With chicken No way... That’s amazing!
M: Just a tiny bit. The rest of the chocolate went into the cake I’m about to bring out! （5）
Text6
M: You don’t look so good, Amy. Have you been to see a doctor
W: Sort of. I saw one online this morning.
M: What do you mean
W: I called to make an appointment with my doctor. Instead of spending an hour on the bus getting there, I simply made a video call to my doctor. （6）
M: And what did the doctor say
W: He said that it is an infection that has been going around, and that I was wise not to go out in public while ill.
M: I agree. It will avoid the spread of the disease. （7）
W: Exactly. The doctor told me just to rest for a few days.
Text7
M: I heard about your friend Andrea’s new business. （8）（9）
W: Yeah, I’m happy for her! I think she’ll do really well. She’s always loved that sort of stuff, even when we first knew each other as students. You should have seen the cleaning schedule she made for our college dorm!（8）
M: Ha-ha! So, what does professional organization involve exactly
W: Basically, Andrea goes into people’s homes and helps them design better systems and storage solutions to fit their lifestyles. （9）
M: Hmm… I might need her help! My house has been in an awful state since we adopted two puppies. （10）
W: Well, dogs create a lot of mess.
M: Indeed. My two dogs are troublemakers, so I never have the energy to tidy up. And as they get bigger, the mess gets bigger too. I can’t bear to invite people over for fear that they’ll judge me.
W: Oh，Chris. Let me give you Andrea’s number. （10）Sounds like you just need a little help.
M: Okay, thanks.（10）
Text 8（第13题为推断题）
W: How are you feeling after today’s hike
M: You know, physically, I feel fine. That break at the tea house was just what I needed. My knees are a little sore, but they’ll be fine tomorrow. I’ll stretch and then put some medicated cream on them. (11)
W: Do you have enough room in your seat to stretch out until we arrive at the guest house （11）
M: Yeah, I’m fine. I’m curious, though. How often do you take this kind of tour How do you like wearing a cap and following guides with a flag
W: You know, for many protected sites, it is the only way you can see those special places. （12） Just be sure never to go on national holidays.
M: Speaking of national holidays, I have a week off in late September. What would you recommend to see
W: Fall is a great time all over the country. Personally, my favorite place, regardless of season, is Changbaishan in northeast. The mountain looks like a painting then.
Text9（第14题为推断题）
W: Did you find everything you needed today, sir
M: Yes, thanks. Now I need to catch the bus home. Is there a bus stop just across the street
W: Yes, that’s right. The next bus leaves at 4: 05 p.m., in about 15 minutes. （15） It takes about 20 minutes to get to the main station.
M: Fantastic. I’ll just wait in the magazine area. Will you please let me know when it’s about to arrive （15）
W: Of course, sir. Oh, before you go, would you please pay the fine for your overdue book
M: Oh, sorry, I almost forgot. How much is it
W: Five dollars and seventy-five cents. How would you like to pay
M: Credit card.
W: Okay. By the way, you can also buy preloaded(预装入的) bus card for $10 or $15. It gives you 20％ discount on the regular fare price for buses and light rail.
M: That’s good news. Sure, I’ll take one of those as well.
W: I’ll add that to your total. And you can add funds to it at any library，station，or civic（市政的）center checkout. Would you care to leave any feedback about your visit while you wait （16）
M: Sure, I had a really good experience here. Do I fill out this form here （16）
W: That’s right. （16）
Text 10（第20题为推断题）
When I first came to this football club,（17） I was in total awe. Liverpool is such a big club with a great reputation. I remember watching them as a young child when they were the best team in the world，winning four European Cups in seven years!
So, when I was given the honor of becoming Liverpool’s manager nine years ago,（17） I have to say，I was more than a little nervous! Big clubs come with big expectations, and they don’t come much bigger than Liverpool.
It’s been an amazing nine years.（17）We’ve learned as a group，grown as a group，and shared so many successes... And when I say “we”, I don’t just mean the players; I mean everyone. From the owners to the coaches, to all the people behind the scenes, and to all of you who sat in this fantastic stadium today.（18）As I wiped my eyes, I’m remembering winning the league in 2020 and our famous European victory in 2019. Without your incredible support, none of that could have happened.
But all good things come to an end.（19）I’m sure Liverpool will win many more tournaments in the coming years. But for me, the time is right to have a rest and try something new. Thank you for all the wonderful memories!（19）保密★考试结束前
金丽衢十二校2024学年高三第二次联考
英 语 试 题
本试卷分第Ⅰ卷（选择题）和第Ⅱ卷（非选择题）。第Ⅰ卷1至7页，第Ⅱ卷7至8页。满分150分，考试用时120分钟。考试结束，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第Ⅰ卷（选择题 共95分）
注意事项：
1. 答第Ⅰ卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2. 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。不能答在本试卷上，否则无效。
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。
1. Why does the man offer to pay for the woman
A. She paid for dinner last time. B. She can’t afford the meal. C. She is in a rush to leave.
2. What will the speakers do this afternoon
A. Go shopping. B. Talk about work. C. Take a bus.
3. What are the speakers probably trying to do
A. Conduct a research. B. Perform an experiment. C. Prepare a presentation.
4. What is the main topic of the conversation
A. Personal productivity habits. B. Ways to use a timer. C. Competition training tips.
5. What is the woman probably doing
A. Sharing a secret recipe. B. Tasting a new dish. C. Ordering dessert.
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. How did the woman consult her doctor this time
A. In person. B. By phone. C. By video call.
7. What does the man think of going on public transport while ill
A. It’s better to avoid it.
B. It’s acceptable in certain situations.
C. It’s wise to do so in the early morning.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. How did the woman know Andrea
A. They’ve been friends since childhood.
B. They were schoolmates at university.
C. They are co-workers.
9. What does Andrea do probably
A. She’s a babysitter.
B. She’s a house decorator.
C. She’s a professional organizer.
10. What will the man probably do next
A. Turn to Andrea for help. B. Tidy up his house. C. Invite his friends over.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What will the speakers do next
A. Go to a guest house. B. Plan their next hike. C. Go for a hike.
12. What does the woman think of this kind of tour
A. It’s good for physical health.
B. It’s less popular during national holidays.
C. It’s the only way to visit some protected sites.
13. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Friends.
B. Bus driver and passenger.
C. Tea house owner and guest.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14. Where are the speakers
A. At a bus station. B. In a library. C. In a bookstore.
15. What does the woman agree to do for the man
A. Inform him of the arrival of a bus.
B. Help him find some magazines.
C. Give him a discount.
16. What will the man probably write on the form
A. A book review.
B. The number of his bus card.
C. Favorable comments about the place.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. How long has the speaker been working in the club
A. Four years. B. Seven years. C. Nine years.
18. Who is the speaker mainly talking to
A. Football fans. B. Football players. C. Football club owners.
19. What is the purpose of the speech
A. To offer a motivation. B. To say goodbye. C. To make an explanation.
20. How does the speaker mainly sound in the speech
A. Nervous. B. Emotional. C. Regretful.
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15个小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Want to buy a house in Miami Just click! Here are some best properties on the market this week: Homes in Miami.
Spring Garden A 1920 Arts Crafts home, once belonged to a local hero: concert pianist and teacher Ruth Greenfield. The five-bedroom house has hardwood floors, a living room with central fireplace, an office with built-ins, and a kitchen-dining area with French doors to a roomy deck. The tropically landscaped double lot includes a big backyard and mature trees; parks, downtown, and Miami Beach are all nearby.
$2,750,000. Jackson Keddell, Douglas Elliman, (305)209-8066
South Miami Ten minutes’ drive from the University of Miami and Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, this six-bedroom house is also walking distance to multiple local parks. The 2022 open- plan smart home comes with solar panels, EV chargers, an elevator, impact-resistant floor-to- ceiling sliders, a chef’s kitchen, a gym, and a sauna. Outside, enclosed by privacy foliage, are a lawn, patio, outdoor living space, and pool.
$6,950,000. Nathan Zeder, Coldwell Banker Realty, (786)252-4023
Coconut Grove The Grove at Grand Bay is walking distance to parks, shops, and dining. This condo in the North Tower with four bedrooms plus staff quarters features floor-to-ceiling windows, steel art frames, wood and terrazzo floors, cement columns, and an open main space with a gourmet kitchen, wine refrigerator, and Biscayne Bay views through sliding doors to a balcony. Building amenities including parking, pools, and a playroom.
$7,985,000. Giorgio Vecchi and Dario Stoka, Douglas Elliman, (305)798-9300
Buena Vista This organic-modern four-bedroom is a short walk from museums, Morningside Park, and the water. The 1960 open-plan house has beamed ceilings, polished concrete floors, bi-fold glass doors from the living room and primary bedroom to the wraparound deck, and a chef’s kitchen. Outside are a landscaped front and an expansive pea-gravel backyard surrounded by mature trees.
$1,695,000. IssamShalhoub, ONE Sotheby’s International Realty,(305)930-5805
21. Which is the best choice for eco-friendly tech buyers
A. Spring Garden. B. South Miami. C. Buena Vista. D. Coconut Grove.
22. What do the four properties have in common
A. They are all once owned by celebrities. B. They all feature smart facilities.
C. They are all designed in identical styles. D. They all gain easy access to parks.
23. Where is the text probably from
A. A travel journal. B. A market analysis.
C. A commercial website. D. A property assessment report.
B
The rich aroma of freshly roasted coffee filled the air inside a quaint stone cabin in the eastern Chinese village that houses Frank Sterzer’s café: Bamboo Coffee Roasters.
After more than 20 years as an engineer and executive with leading automobile companies in Germany and China, Frank has found a new calling and fulfillment in the village of Maoli near Ningbo in Zhejiang province. Inspired by his lifelong love of coffee, a passion for roasting beans prompted Frank to turn what had been a hobby into a thriving business. “Zhejiang’s countryside has excellent infrastructure and beautiful landscapes, and I find it the ideal place to start my business,” Frank says. Maoli is located less than a 30-minute drive from the Ningbo city center, striking a pleasing balance between urban convenience and rural tranquility.
For Frank, the experience of sipping a cup of coffee while enjoying a slice of handmade cake and gazing at the countryside, captures the type of serene lifestyle he hopes to share with visitors. “Bamboo Coffee Roasters is a place to share the charm of this mountain village with visitors from all over the world,” he explains.
The café is named after the abundance of bamboo around Maoli, while its logo was inspired by a photograph Frank took of a nearby bamboo forest. He has also created a small coffee factory behind the shop front, where excellent beans from around the world are neatly stacked next to gently humming roasting machines. He roasts 10 metric tons a year. All these have become key components of the café’s success.
Since opening in June 2024, Bamboo Coffee Roasters has quickly become a popular destination, attracting visitors from near and far including international travelers taking advantage of China’s expanded visa-free policies. Frank’s own family took advantage of this policy, with his mother and siblings visiting last year.
Before the Spring Festival, the café was welcoming guests from allover, including nearby cities like Hangzhou and Shanghai. “We came to Ningbo for local delicacies and business, purchasing local produce. Products such as honey oranges, bamboo shoots and tea have also found wider markets, thanks to the café’s popularity,” one tourist said.
24. What made Frank set up the café in Maoli
A. The village’s outstanding facilities and picturesque sceneries.
B. China’s expanded visa-free policies for international travelers.
C. Frank’s newly found enthusiasm for coffee and roasting beans.
D. The combination of urban convenience with rural booming industry.
25.What is Paragraph 4 mainly about
A. The operation of Frank’s business. B. The hardships of running the business.
C. Origins of Bamboo Coffee Roasters. D. The vast profit earned from the business.
26. Why is the tourist remark mentioned in the last paragraph
A. To prove guests from allover promoted Frank’s business.
B. To tell us the popularity of Frank’s business enhanced local economy.
C. To share with readers the intense interest of tourists in exploring Ningbo.
D. To advertise for the local businesses to promote the sale of local produce.
27. Which of the following is the best title for the text
A. An overnight celebrity: from engineer to business founder
B. Relaxing Coffee culture: a new trend of lifestyle in Zhejiang villages
C. A Perfect integration: the fragrance of coffee and the peace of rural life
D. Bamboo Coffee Roasters: a miracle of international investment in China
C
Terns(燕鸥) chirping and wolves howling are among a pioneering composition that integrates sounds from nature with traditional instruments. Bird songs and animal calls will interact with orchestral music on an album by Stewart Copeland.
Wild Concerto, released on 18 April, is a “cooperation between nature and music”. A croaking frog, a black-footed albatross(信天翁), and a red deer will “perform” with Copeland, alongside 30 musicians from the Kingdom Orchestra. Copeland said none of the natural recordings had been manipulated or retuned. “All the bird and animal sounds are exactly as they were, but I put them in positions so that they add up to a melody and rhythm,” he said. “ Their voices bring an super authenticity to the music. They all have their own individual melodies but when you put an instrument in, everything is more amazing.”
Wild Concerto is inspired by the arctic tern’s migration from pole to pole, and creatures possibly encountered along the way. Copeland said there was a conservationist theme to the work. “Many of these species are endangered and their sounds could vanish in our lifetime. Through the Wild Concerto, their voices will be kept immortalized.”
For six decades, he has captured sounds of the natural world, from rain-forests to deserts—recordings heard in natural history series such as Our Oceans and Blue Planet as well as about 150 films. With a document of almost 100,000 recordings he has been called “the David Attenborough of sound”. Copeland is a brilliant talent. He’s combined natural sounds and music seamlessly. This is another way for people to listen to nature.
He hopes the album will raise awareness of creatures that are by noise pollution that their sounds cannot be captured cleanly: “Two-thirds of the species in my library are now basically extinct. Twenty-five or 30 years ago, when I wanted to record one hour of primitive sound, it took about three or four hours to do that with minimal editing, compared to 2,000 recording hours today, because there are so many man-made sounds in the environment...”
28. What is the feature of the album Wild Concerto
A. Integrating natural sounds with music perfectly.
B. Mixing bird songs with animal calls completely.
C. Producing super realistic bird songs and animal calls.
D. Making successful changes to bird songs and animal calls.
29. What does the underlined word “manipulated” in paragraph 2 mean
A. Monitored. B. Analyzed. C. Matched. D. Edited.
30. What do we know about Copeland
A. He was optimistic and hopeful about the wildlife situation.
B. He was indifferent and helpless about the noise pollution.
C. He expressed his great concern about the endangered species.
D. He demonstrated enormous passion about the success of the concert.
31.What does the author think of Copeland’s efforts
A. Time-consuming and fruitless. B. Notable and remarkable.
C. Efficient and innovative. D. Meaningless and conventional.
D
Does AI have dementia, a serious mental disorder Dayan, a cognitive specialist from Hadassah Medical Center and his colleague—Dr. Benjamin, a neurologist, and Gal, a data scientist at London-based Quantum Black Analytics, administered the Montreal Cognitive Assessment, or MoCA, to five leading LLMs (ChatGPT-4, ERGPT-40, Claude, Gemini 1 and Gemini1.5). This assesses cognitive impairment(认知缺陷) by giving “patients” a variety of simple tasks. For example, copy the drawing of a cube. Give as many words as you can that begin with the letter “F.” Subtract seven from 100 until you reach zero.
To Dayan’s surprise, none of the models obtained the full score of 30 points. Most scored between 18 and 25, indicating mild cognitive impairment associated with early dementia. Every model outperformed the average person in attention and memory-related tasks but faltered on visual and spatial tasks, such as those that asked them to draw or orient themselves in the universe.
Researchers also showed the chat-bots the Boston Diagnostic Aphasia Examination “cookie theft” picture, of a boy standing on a bench to steal cookies as his mother washes dishes. “Patients” describe it while analysts assess their speech and language function. All models correctly interpreted parts of the image, the study found, but none expressed concern that the boy was about to fall. This lack of empathy is commonly associated with front-to-temporal dementia, the study authors said. Notably, older models performed worse on the MoCA than newer versions. The authors drew a resemblance(相似点) between “dementia” risk in aging AI and in human brains.
This December 2024 study was carried out for the Christmas edition of The BMJ—one of the world’s most medical journals, subjecting all articles to a thorough peer review process. In some way, the study was written more “tongue-in-cheek”. Methodologically, LLMs should not be examined by methods meant for people. However, the results may spark conversations about the differences between AI and human doctors—and the important roles both can play.
32. What can be inferred about the AI models’ performance on visual and spatial tasks
A. They performed better than humans on these tasks.
B. They struggled more on these tasks compared to memory-related tasks.
C. They showed no difference in performance across all tasks.
D. They were unable to complete any visual or spatial tasks.
33. What did the researchers do to carry out the study in paragraph 3
A. They assessed the computing ability of the AI models.
B. They tracked how the AI models processed the picture.
C. They measured the AI models’ scores of series of tests.
D. They analyzed the AI models’ ability of interpreting the picture.
34. How does the passage develop
A. It presents a problem, describes a study, and then discusses the results.
B. It compares different AI models and their development over time.
C. It develops by making comparisons between AI models and humans.
D. It lists the advantages and disadvantages of using AI in medical testing.
35. What is the author’s attitude toward the study’s findings
A. Skeptical. B. Enthusiastic. C. Neutral. D. Critical.
第二节（共5个小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Steve Jobs was undoubtedly a creative person. His innovative ideas have given us many digital devices, without which we cannot seem to function very effectively anymore. There are indeed many things we can learn from Jobs on how to be creative. Here are several of them.
Curiosity
36 But somewhere along the way, we tend to lose or dismiss that nature of ours. Curiosity is the seed of creativity. It questions limiting beliefs and long-held assumptions. Meanwhile it also asks, why Or why not
Jony Ive, Apple’s Chief Design Officer, wrote about Jobs’ curiosity in the Wall Street Journal: His insatiable curiosity was not limited or distracted by his knowledge or expertise, nor was it casual or passive. 37 His curiosity was practiced with intention and rigor.
Openness to New Experiences
Only when we are open to new experience can we explore the world, and ourselves better.
38 Jobs was also the one who was certainly eager to explore new areas of study. He took a course in calligraphy while he was in the university, despite knowing that the class would not earn him any credit towards a degree. This later helped him a lot, bringing creativity into his world of technology.
Mindfulness & Meditation
Jobs used mindfulness and meditation to reduce his stress, gain more clarity, and enhance his creativity. Biographer Walter Isaacson quotes Jobs as saying: “ 39 Only when it calms, there’s room to see more. And that’s when your intuition starts to blossom. Also you start to see things more clearly. Your mind just slows down, and you see a tremendous expanses in the moment. You see so much more than you could see before.”
40 We only have to tweak our habits so that we can ignite the creativity within us.
A. It is not that tough to be creative.
B. It was intense, energetic and restless.
C. We are blessed with the gift after we are well educated.
D. Sit and hear, and you will find something enlightening.
E. Sit and observe, and you will see how restless your mind is.
F. We are all born with the gift (just observe babies and toddlers).
G. It is a drive to explore novel ideas, or discover and learn unlearned skills.
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 完形填空（共15个小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Yuri Williams and Rodney Smith are friends. They spend the weeks before Christmas 41
the country. They visit all 50 states, making house calls to 42 who are sick or disabled. The pair arrive with plenty of 43 , and in costume. In past years, Williams has dressed up as various 44 , including Spider-Man, while Smith wears the attire(服装) of a Christmas elf.
Though Williams has been 45 joy this way for years, the drive to do it came from a joyless place. In 2009, he lost his 46 to cancer.
“I fell into a five-year 47 ,” he told Good Morning America. But he dug himself out by honoring his mother’s memory through 48 acts, including collecting gifts for children with special demands . Williams launched his 49 , A Future Super Hero and Friends, in 2018. His goal: to bring smiles to children with health challenges, including those fighting 50 conditions.
Williams and Smith start their gift-giving journey by 51 through the 48 states before flying to Alaska and Hawaii. Along the way, they 52 gifts, funded by the donations that come through the Future Super Hero website, which is also where people nominate families for the pair to visit.
The pair say they want to make sure families facing tough 53 never feel alone. “I don’t look to get 54 to do this,” Williams adds. “It’s just 55 for me for losing my mother, just keeping her name alive by doing this.”
41. A. wandering B. exploring C. crossing D. fleeing
42. A. kids B. friends C. people D. families
43. A. medicines B. money C. clothes D. gifts
44. A. sales-men B. super-heroes C. consultants D. architects
45. A. lasting B. searching C. spreading D. receiving
46. A. mother B. father C. wife D. son
47. A. unemployment B. disappointment C. confusion D. depression
48. A. achievable B. charitable C. reliable D. sustainable
49. A. nonprofit B. experiment C. business D. campaign
50. A. dream-inspiring B. effort-rewarding C. life-risking D. life-threatening
51. A. riding B. driving C. sailing D. walking
52. A. stock up on B. cut down on C. hold on to D. run out of
53. A. dreams B. schedules C. projects D. battles
54. A. employed B. paid C. honored D. awarded
55. A. healing B. relaxing C. challenging D. inspiring
第Ⅱ卷（非选择题 共55分）
注意：将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
第二节（10个小题；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。
As we welcome the Year of the Snake in the Chinese lunar calendar, it is a time to reflect on the qualities that this ancient zodiac sign embodies. The Snake, the sixth animal in the 12-year cycle of the Chinese zodiac, 56 (associate) with wisdom, intuition, and transformation over history. Those 57 (bear) in the Year of the Snake are believed to possess a keen intellect, a calm demeanor, and an innate ability to navigate life’s challenges 58 grace and precision.
Unlike Chinese culture, the Snake is a symbol of mystery and 59 (deep) in Western culture, sometimes portrayed negatively. The Snake in Chinese tradition is seen as a creature of great insight and resourcefulness. It is said that people born under this sign are 60 (nature) problem-solvers, capable of seeing through complexities 61 finding elegant solutions.
The Year of the Snake is also a time for renewal and transformation. Just as a snake sheds its skin, this year encourages us to let go of old habits, 62 (embrace) new opportunities. The Snake’s energy reminds us that sometimes, the most profound transformations occur not through force, but through 63 is subtle shift and careful planning.
So, as the Year of the Snake 64 (unfold), let us shed our old skins, embrace new 65
(begin), and move forward with the wisdom and poise that this ancient symbol so beautifully represents.
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）
假如你是李华，你们学校的校报英语论坛（English Forum）正在组织一次讨论活动。主题是“AI And Our Study”。请你写一篇英语文章投稿。
内容包括：1. AI用于学习的现状； 2. 你的看法或建议。
注意：1. 写作词数应为80个左右； 2. 请在答题卡的相应位置作答。
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。
It was never a question whether or not my mother loved me—it was a given, the cornerstone of my life that shaped everything about who I was.
However, I’m not sure about my father’s love. There are photographs of us laughing together, with me in diapers when I was a baby. I’ve watched recordings of my older sister and me lining up in turns for my father to hold and toss us into the air—all three of us shrieking(尖叫) with delight.
Did I love him then
I feel I must have loved him because the film says so—the infant child is laughing, and she is embracing the man beside her. When I turn off the tape to search my own childhood for proof of my father’s love, and proof that we shared something like love, there is one impressive memory I can name.
At some point during my first year of school, I peed(尿湿了) my pants in class. I was sent to the school nurse for a change of clothes, and for the rest of the day, I wore a pair of over-large, bright orange sweat pants. I remember exactly how the teacher looked at me and exactly what the other students said, but they were the least of my worries.
I was in terror at the thought of showing up at home with different pants.
All afternoon I planned how I would enter the house very quietly and run to my room before my father even noticed I was there. During the entire bus ride home I rehearsed(默默练习) again and again the plan I had in mind that would allow me to escape my father’s wrath(盛怒) and his triangle eyes.
Triangle eyes. This was the name my sister Shira and I used to use whenever my father’s eyes would tense up into two hard triangles, with the calm of his face having fled away in a flash of anger. Their appearance was sudden and unpredictable, ignited by a poor exam score from Shira, or when I burnt the bread in the toaster. He’d point out the door and yell, “Get out!”
Who knew what peeing pants in class would get you.
注意：1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
So I carefully planned to avoid his notice, but the plan backfired.
Everything he did told me that HE LOVED ME!

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