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丰城中学2023-2024学年下学期高一期末考试试卷
英 语
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. Who went to the party
A. Jonas. B. Jenny. C. John.
2. When will the magic show probably start
A. At 6: 20. B. At 6: 10. C. At 6: 00.
3. Why does the woman refuse the man’s invitation
A. She’s only interested in modern cities.
B. She prefers to explore the nature.
C. She’ll visit the Grand Canyon with a friend.
4. How does the man sound
A. Surprised. B. Mad. C. Impatient.
5. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. A trip to Japan. B. The man’s family. C. Some pictures.
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。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6. What does the man like about the shoes the woman shows first
A. The color. B. The style. C. The designer.
7. How much will the man pay
A. 180 yuan. B. 720 yuan. C. 360 yuan.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Schoolmates. B. Husband and wife. C. Colleagues.
9. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a restaurant. B. At home. C. In a supermarket.
10. What does Simon invite Kate to do next Saturday
A. Have a chat over a cup of coffee.
B. Bring James to his place.
C. Try the special bread with milk.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
11. Why did Nina throw snow at Alex
A. Alex knocked down her snowman.
B. Alex hoped to have a snowball fight.
C. Nina only wanted to play with snow.
12. What will Nina probably do next
A. Apologize to Alex. B. Go to the bathroom. C. Take a good rest.
13. What was Betty invited to do
A. See a film. B. Go around Nina's home. C. Pay a visit to Alex.
W: Okay, I’ll do it now. After that I will go to Lily’s. She invited Betty and me to watch a movie at her house.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
14. What is the man doing
A. Applying to college. B. Conducting an interview. C. Introducing himself.
15. Which language is the woman studying at night
A. French. B. Spanish. C. Italian.
16. What is the woman’s shortcoming in her opinion
A. Inexperience. B. Shyness. C. Overconfidence.
听下面独白，回答以下小题。
17. Who is the talk aimed at
A. Children. B. Teenagers. C. Adults.
18. What does the speaker say about the programs
A. They offer courses for beginners only.
B. They provide flexible language lessons.
C. They give online learning materials for free.
19. What kind of teachers are available
A. Native speakers. B. Qualified professors. C. Experienced travelers.
20. What’s the purpose of the talk
A. To teach communication skills. B. To promote courses. C. To discuss a program.
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Whatever your interest is — Titanic, history, food, music or even Game of Thrones’ filming sites — one of the different tours on offer here in Belfast can satisfy you.
.GAME OF THRONES TOUR
A guided coach tour takes you to explore some of the exciting filming sites in the hit show. You can step into “Winterfell” and experience archery in a recreated film set in “Stark Family” costumes, or even meet some “Stark Family” members!
.TITANIC TOUR
Take the world’s only guided Titanic Boat tour to see the ever changing story of Belfast’s rich sea heritage and how the area has developed into a major tourist attraction. Exploring the Titanic story, the boat tour allows you to view the Titanic Quarter from the water. You also have a chance of seeing many seals living in Belfast.
.MUSIC TOUR
Take a bus journey through the heart of this rock and roll city. Sit back, relax, and enjoy music by way of amazing guitar players, from folk songs to rock and Hollywood soundtracks. Finish up at the wonderful Belfast Music show at the Oh Yeah Music Centre in the Cathedral Quarter.
.CITY TOUR
If you’re short on time but still want to get a general overview of the city, book a private guided taxi tour or a guided open top bus tour. It’s the best and quickest way to find out all about the city’s history and other places of interest.
21. Which tour is suitable for visitors with limited time in Belfast
A. GAME OF THRONES TOUR. B. TITANIC TOUR.
C. MUSIC TOUR. D. CITY TOUR.
22. What can visitors do during the TITANIC TOUR
A. Learn how to sail a boat. B. See a large number of seals.
C. Appreciate the movie Titanic. D. View the Titanic Quarter on land.
23. Where is the text probably taken from
A. A science magazine. B. A history textbook.
C. A research paper. D. A travel brochure.
B
Because my stories keep my heart pounding at night with the possibility of it all, when I can’t get words on paper, I want to scream. All my energy pools at the bottom of my heart, where it continues to yell at me all day long, “Write! Write! Write!” I have to quiet the voice like a hidden pet, shushing (发嘘声) it over and over until I get the chance to leave, laptop in hand, stories pouring out of my mind.
What poor unfortunate lives we artists live! We’re tortured by our words, whether they’re circling around in our minds at 3 am or written on paper, looking sad and regretful that we’ve put them there. Our words laugh at us before and after they leave our bodies.
I messaged a writing mentor (导师) when I found myself running in circles. With only a small window of time to myself each afternoon, I found it hard to write. If only I had more time, I could finish my book. If only people would leave me alone, I could become an accomplished writer. It was everyone else’s fault.
Small — my mentor told me to start small but keep going. “Do what you can, when you can. Let that be enough during the busy seasons.” In her eyes, she was once me. She was once crazy with tasks that kept her hands pushing, pulling, grabbing and moving endlessly. She recognized herself in the way I talked with starry eyes about my dreamy writing goals and plans. Essays, articles and short stories flowered in my rich mind.
In a few wise words, she gave me the freedom to write in small periods of time she called “the cracks of the day”. She argued that I should run after publishing with the same desire as ever. But in her patient voice, I heard a gentle reminder of stopping running so hard and instead slowing to a sustainable pace.
So I write. I submit. I live, and I dream.
24. What can we infer about the author from the first paragraph
A. She has a strong desire to write. B. She has serious heart problems.
C. She is forced to write constantly. D. She is unable to focus on writing.
25. What does the underlined word “tortured” in paragraph 2 probably mean
A. Threatened. B. Troubled. C. Inspired. D. Impressed.
26. What problem did the author have in writing
A. She suffered from a serious lack of time.
B. Her writing was far from satisfying.
C. She had no idea what to write.
D. She has no one to rely on.
27. Which of the following can sum up the writing mentor’s suggestion to the author
A. All roads lead to Rome. B. Strike while the iron is hot.
C. No pains, no gains. D. Constant drops wear away a stone.
C
In Vanuatu, this marathon cultural festival has brought thousands of people together. Although it is one of the Pacific’s biggest cultural festivals, there is no specific date for Nekowiar, a big event of colour and culture that is a true test of one’s endurance (忍耐力), bringing together thousands of people from some of the most faraway villages on the Vanuatu island of Tanna.
Nekowiar, which takes months to prepare, is traditionally held every few years, but it has been eight years since the last one in 2012. No one knows when or where the next celebration will happen. This isn’t an event for tourists though. Nekowiar has been called a peace-building exercise between warring tribes (部落), and a chance for families to arrange marriages.
At this year’s festival, hundreds of women and girls started the event by singing and dancing a traditional Napen from nightfall to sunrise. They only took breaks when they were too tired to continue. They had trained for months for this.
The movements were so powerful that dust(灰尘) rose from the dancers’ feet. Most of the dancers painted their faces in bright colourful designs that held special importance to their tribes.
In the early hours of the third day, the men, teenagers and even young boys had their turn in a dance called Toka. Jimmy Kawiel performed the dance for the first lime this year, "You need more energy for Toka," Mr. Kawiel said. "We’ve been practising for five to six months. It is a very big thing for us, especially when things are developing so fast and we are in danger of losing our culture.”
Jean Pascal Wahe, from the Tafea Cultural Centre on Tanna, said the festival was first held as a reconciliation (和好) event between warring tribes. All the different communities came together to find a way to stop all these wars.
28. What do we know about Nekowiar
A. It’s held every year. B. It has lost its popularity.
C. It doesn’t have a fixed date. D. It’s celebrated to attract tourists.
29. What can be learned about the women dancers on Nekowiar
A. They had fought in wars. B. They were dressed the same.
C. They did gentle movements. D. They showed their strong will.
30. How does Mr Kawiel feel about Toka
A. It would be lost for sure. B. It’s way too hard for him.
C. It should be passed down. D. It’s quite different at the moment.
31. In what situation was the first Nekowiar held
A. When the tribes decided to start a war.
B. When the tribes got caught up in fighting.
C. When the tribes wanted to show off their power.
D. When the tribes were worried about their culture.
D
Learning a new language is like you’re going through the jungle with a knife and creating a path. When you learn two languages at once, you’re cutting your way through the jungle to create two paths, which requires twice the discipline (自律), time and motivation.
But it is possible. A 2020 study published in the International Journal of Multilingualism found that Chinese students learning English and Russian at the same time achieved similar mastery in English compared to a control group that just studied English. This is likely because they have already made enormous efforts. A 2017 study suggests that bilinguals (双语者) can learn new languages faster than single-language learners.
The biggest challenge of learning two languages at the same time is finding enough time and opportunities to study them. But to know just how many efforts and resources to put into it, you’ll need to decide what you want to achieve with the languages you’re planning to adopt. Becoming professor-level fluent in Polish is going to take a really long time, but if you want to be able to have conversations while you’re traveling, that won’t take as much time.
To help you distribute (分配) your time and energy more effectively, and get a better idea of what your study plan will look like, it’s important to understand how difficult a particular language is for a native English speaker. While it can take up to 2,200 hours to learn languages like Arabic and Mandarin, if you grew up speaking English, it’ll be easier for you to pick up Czech and German, for example. The easiest languages for native English speakers to learn include Spanish French, and Portuguese, which require between 600 and 750 hours of class to achieve professional mastery.
If it feels too discouraging to go full speed ahead on both languages right away, it might be easier to understand basic grammar and vocabulary for one language before adding another one to the mix.
32. Why can bilingual learners do as well as single-language learners
A. Bilingual learners are cleverer.
B. Bilingual learners work harder.
C. Bilingual learners are more interested in languages.
D. Bilingual learners have a better learning environment.
33. What determines the time it takes to learn foreign languages
A. The occasions of using the languages.
B. The steps to learn the languages.
C. The professors teaching the languages.
D. The purpose of learning the languages.
34. Which language is hardest for native English speakers according to the text
A. French. B. German. C. Mandarin. D. Portuguese.
35. What is the best title for the text
A. Learning Two Languages at Once B. Ways of Leaning a New Language
C. Language Talent of Chinese Students D. Difficulty in Learning Language
第二节(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。
Today, we’re constantly interrupted by tools, emails, social media-you name it. In our distraction economy, it’s nearly impossible to focus on what truly matters. But time management can bring more mindfulness into your daily routine. ___36___
Timeboxing
Timeboxing is a goal-oriented (面向目标的) time management strategy. ___37___ And then complete those pieces in a reasonable amount of time. Each task should have its own unique timebox that lasts no more than three hours. By breaking the work into smaller pieces, you can make steady progress towards your goal over the course of days or weeks.
Pomodoro method
The Pomodoro method helps you deal with work within short time frames and then take breaks. This strategy is particularly helpful because it actively encourages regular breaks. ___38___ Start by setting your timer for 25 minutes, and try to spend that time working on a task-avoid checking your text messages or social media if possible. Then, once time is up, take a five-minute break.
Eating the Frog
Mark Twain famously said, “If it’s your job to eat a frog, it’s best to do it first thing in the morning.” ___39___ It encourages you to tackle big or complex tasks first before working on your less important or less urgent work. With the Eat the Frog method, you can ensure you’re getting to your most important work every day.
Getting Things Done
____40____ By freeing up brain power and instead relying on task management tools, you can focus on taking action and not remembering what you need to do. To use the GTD method, capture all of your upcoming work in one place. Then once you’ve written down everything you need to do, sort and prioritize (优先) your work.
A. It helps you break down large tasks into smaller pieces.
B. The first step is to write down everything you need to do.
C. This management strategy takes inspiration from this quote.
D. Here are some time management tips to get more things done.
E. Time management isn’t always about getting all of your work done.
F. This can increase motivation for you know exactly what you’re doing.
G. In fact, research suggests that taking breaks makes people more creative.
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。
Five years ago, a friend asked me to look after his cat while he went on holiday, and I realized the idea had potential on a bigger scale. So I moved to London and decided to ___41___ cat sitting (猫咪代养).
For me, cat sitting is about ___42___ two groups of people who need what the other can offer. I get to stay in people’s ___43___ without rent while they’re on holiday. The owners get ___44___ cat sitting. It also means that there is someone to keep an eye on their homes while they are away. It seems a fairer ___45___ than just watering plants or walking dogs — I’m more of a cat person.
I have always loved cats, and their gentle temper makes them ideal ___46___ for someone working from home. Cats have such different personalities, so it’s not surprising that I ___47___ more with some than others. An owner once told me not to ___48___ her cat to sit on me, as it had happened only once. But just four days later, the cat came over and sat on my lap. I sent her a photo!
Cat sitting helps me with my ___49___ anxiety disorder, too. I want to be around people, but sometimes I can’t. Sometimes, this anxiety even ____50____ me from leaving the house. But since becoming a cat sitter my mental health has ____51____. Having my own ____52____ gives me the power to plan my day. I can recharge when I need to and can go out and meet people when I want. The cats have ____53____ helped.
Now I have stayed in 25 houses ____54____ 30 cats and saved more than 10,000 pounds that would have gone on ____55____. One day I want to save up for a flat so I can have a cat of my own.
41. A. study B. start C. observe D. train
42. A. connecting B. judging C. comparing D. teaching
43. A. offices B. hearts C. lives D. homes
44. A. free B. tough C. serious D. possible
45. A. test B. game C. dream D. exchange
46. A. employers B. assistants C. instructors D. companions
47. A. hate B. bond C. mind D. trust
48. A. guide B. order C. expect D. scare
49. A. musical B. cultural C. social D. personal
50. A. saves B. discourages C. protects D. tells
51. A. improved B. suffered C. worsened D. formed
52. A. cat B. job C. flat D. space
53. A. hardly B. nearly C. really D. narrowly
54. A. attended to B. given away C. brought up D. left out
55. A. holiday B. rent C. sale D. credit
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
When Lin Qiaozhi was five, her mother died, ____56____ affected her deeply. At age 18, she chose to study medicine against her brother's will. Eight years _______57_______ (late), Lin graduated from Peking Union Medical College (PUMC) and became the first woman to work as ___58___ resident physician in the OB-GYN department of the PUMC Hospital. After several years, she ____59____ (send) to study in Europe and then in 1939, in the US. She left such a good impression ____60____ her American colleagues that they invited her to stay. However, Lin rejected the offer and returned to China.
In 194l, Dr Lin became the first Chinese woman ____61____ (appoint) director of the OB-GYN department of the PUMC Hospital. When the department was closed because of the war, she opened a private clinic to continue to treat the patients. She was even seen _____62_____ (ride) a donkey to faraway villages to provide medical care.
Lin Qiaozhi held many important positions, but she was ____63____ (interest) in tending patients, training staff in her department ____64____ publishing medical research. Dr lin never married and she kept working until her death in 1983. She left her ___65___ (saving) to a kindergarten and a fund for new doctors.
第三部分 写作［共两节，满分40分］
第一节（满分15分）
66. 假定你是李华，上周你校成功举办了一场关于中华传统手工艺的活动。请你为校英文报撰写一篇报道，内容包括：
1. 活动目的；2. 活动内容；3. 活动反响。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80 左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Getting to know traditional Chinese handicrafts
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第二节.
67. 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。续 写的词数应为 150 左右。
Emily White was born seventeen years ago with many physical issues affecting her tiny body. Some of her organs, bones and muscles were out of shape. Though no one expected her to survive, she did make it. But she had a strange figure that everyone could recognize, even from a distance.
In Emily’s hometown, there was a yearly outdoor performance in the school hall at Christmas. It had been performed for so many years that it had become one of the most important events for many of the townsfolk. Each year, many people tried out for the show, but most were turned down. Only the best performers could be included.
Emily had a most beautiful singing voice. Last year, she asked Mrs. Owens, her music teacher, if she could join in the performance. Mrs. Owens took a look at her body and said, “Child, you just don’t fit. Everyone would stare at you and that would make you uncomfortable. It would make them uncomfortable too.”
Without singing a single note, Mrs. Owens sent Emily back through the door of the choral room (合唱室). Hurt and upset, Emily decided never to try out again. But things changed as the following school year, Mrs. Owens retired and a new music teacher arrived—Mr. Butler.
He had heard about Emily and suggested that she give it a try again. Emily didn’t want to be rejected again, so she hesitated about it. But finally her love for singing and strong desire to join in the performance outweighed her hesitation. She tried out again and learnt the result would be posted the next day on the door of the choral room.
Emily couldn’t sleep that night, having turned in bed back and forth thousand times as she was worried that she would be rejected again and would never fit in.
Paragraph 1:
The nex tday, Emily hurried to school and anxiously glanced at the list of the result.
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Paragraph 2:
Finally, the day of the performance came.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________丰城中学2023-2024学年下学期高一期末考试试卷
英 语
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. Who went to the party
A. Jonas. B. Jenny. C. John.
【答案】A
【原文】W: Hi John.
M: Hi Jenny. Did you go to that party last week
W: No, I didn’t.
M: Me, neither. Jonas went there anyway. And he made a new friend there.
2. When will the magic show probably start
A. At 6: 20. B. At 6: 10. C. At 6: 00.
【答案】A
【原文】W: It’s already ten past six. The magic show should have begun 10 minutes ago. What’s wrong
M: Yes, but the announcement said it would be delayed about 20 minutes because of a sudden accident. Didn’t you see it
3. Why does the woman refuse the man’s invitation
A. She’s only interested in modern cities.
B. She prefers to explore the nature.
C. She’ll visit the Grand Canyon with a friend.
【答案】B
原文】M: I’ve always loved to visit old cities. Do you want to join me this weekend
W: Oh, I’m not keen on them. I’ll go to the Grand Canyon with my brother. The beauties of nature are amazing.
4. How does the man sound
A. Surprised. B. Mad. C. Impatient.
【答案】C
【原文】W: Oh my goodness. Your room is in a mess. You’d better clean it right now, or our mom will be angry.
M: I know, I know. But my doctor asked me to lose weight. I need to go to the gym first.
5. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. A trip to Japan. B. The man’s family. C. Some pictures.
【答案】C
【原文】W: Wow, are these photos from your holiday
M: Yes. Look, this is my family in front of the biggest wooden temple in Japan.
W: It’s really big. And your face is really red. Ha-ha…Oh, I love that one which attracts me a lot.
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。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6. What does the man like about the shoes the woman shows first
A. The color. B. The style. C. The designer.
7. How much will the man pay
A. 180 yuan. B. 720 yuan. C. 360 yuan.
【答案】6. B 7. C
【原文】W: How can I help you
M: I’d like a pair of fashionable sports shoes.
W: OK. Please look at this black pair.
M: Sorry! I don’t like the color. But I must say its style is my cup of tea.
W: Yes, they are designed by Carolyne, who is popular among young men. Oh, we’ve also got brown ones.
M: Good. I want to try size forty-two.
W: Yes. Here you are.
M: They fit me very well. How much are they
W: 360 yuan. But we are having a “buy one get one free” sale today.
M: Great. I’ll take this pair. And I’ll take the other pair in white.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Schoolmates. B. Husband and wife. C. Colleagues.
9. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a restaurant. B. At home. C. In a supermarket.
10. What does Simon invite Kate to do next Saturday
A. Have a chat over a cup of coffee.
B. Bring James to his place.
C. Try the special bread with milk.
【答案】8. A 9. C 10. A
【原文】W: Oh, hi Simon. I haven’t seen you for quite a while since we graduated from the University of London.
M: Hi, Kate. It’s been ages, hasn’t it
W: Yeah. How are things
M: All good, thanks. I’m just picking up something for dinner . It’s a long day for me and my wife. So neither of us fancies cooking tonight.
W: I know that feeling. I only came in to buy some biscuits. But I should probably go and get some other things as well .
M: Have you tried the Waitrose shortbread It’s perfect with a cup of milk.
W: No, but that sounds delicious. I’ll get some of these.
M: Yeah. But Kate, we should get a coffee together. Are you free next Saturday
W: Yes, sure. I’ll be in touch with you. And I’ll invite James too.
M: Good idea. OK. Hope we can chat soon. Enjoy your biscuits.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
11. Why did Nina throw snow at Alex
A. Alex knocked down her snowman.
B. Alex hoped to have a snowball fight.
C. Nina only wanted to play with snow.
12. What will Nina probably do next
A. Apologize to Alex. B. Go to the bathroom. C. Take a good rest.
13. What was Betty invited to do
A. See a film. B. Go around Nina's home. C. Pay a visit to Alex.
【答案】11. C 12. A 13. A
【原文】M: Nina, why did you throw snow at your brother Alex
W: Come on, Dad. I just had a snowball fight with him.
M: But he said that he didn’t know you were playing. Does this have anything to do with the snowman
W: Okay. You mean the one he knocked down Hmm.... no, I just wanted to have a snowball fight.
M: Well, but you should be nicer to your brother. Go and say you’re sorry to him. He is in the bedroom on the second floor
W: Okay, I’ll do it now. After that I will go to Lily’s. She invited Betty and me to watch a movie at her house.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
14. What is the man doing
A. Applying to college. B. Conducting an interview. C. Introducing himself.
15. Which language is the woman studying at night
A. French. B. Spanish. C. Italian.
16. What is the woman’s shortcoming in her opinion
A. Inexperience. B. Shyness. C. Overconfidence.
【答案】14. B 15. C 16. B
【原文】M: Hello, Bertha, take a seat, please. Could you tell me about yourself
W: Yep. I left school two years ago and worked in a factory for four months. I was out of work for six months. Then I decided to go to college to study Tourism. And my father was a pilot, so I travelled a lot and I thought this might be useful.
M: I’m sure it was. Do you speak any other languages except English
W: Yes. I’m fluent in German and Spanish. I’ve learned French at school. And I’m learning Italian at evening classes.
M: Excellent. Why did you apply for this job
W: Well, it’s interesting and I want a job with career prospects.
M: I see. Well, what’s your weakness
W: Hmm... I’m a bit on the shy side in front of people. But I think I can overcome that by more training.
M: OK. Our training will cover that. People usually become more confident with practice. Do you have any experience of working in a travel agency
W: Yes. I did some admin, answered the phones and helped with bookings at Holidays You Go.
M: Great. Then we’ll inform you of the result within three days.
听下面独白，回答以下小题。
17. Who is the talk aimed at
A. Children. B. Teenagers. C. Adults.
18. What does the speaker say about the programs
A. They offer courses for beginners only.
B. They provide flexible language lessons.
C. They give online learning materials for free.
19. What kind of teachers are available
A. Native speakers. B. Qualified professors. C. Experienced travelers.
20. What’s the purpose of the talk
A. To teach communication skills. B. To promote courses. C. To discuss a program.
【答案】17. C 18. B 19. A 20. B
【原文】 M: The world is becoming a smaller place. With modern, advanced communications, more and more of us are building up business and personal relationships with people around the globe. But how can we understand each other when so many of us speak different languages Do you regret not learning a language at school Do you find you are missing the communication skills needed to find a better job Don’t worry — help is at hand. Lingo provides all the help that adults need to master a foreign language. In our modern programs, you’ll not only learn how to communicate in another language, but also explore other cultures and new ways of thinking. We have courses for beginners, covering necessary “survival” skills for tourists or business people. We also offer advanced courses, helping you to improve your grammar and the ability to communicate more complex ideas. Our language lessons are flexible and student-centered. You’ll learn in a fun and supportive environment through a variety of interesting activities. You will also get learning materials, either online or in the classroom. Most of our teachers are native speakers. This will make your learning experience even better and will help with the development of the four key language skills: speaking, listening, reading, and...
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Whatever your interest is — Titanic, history, food, music or even Game of Thrones’ filming sites — one of the different tours on offer here in Belfast can satisfy you.
.GAME OF THRONES TOUR
A guided coach tour takes you to explore some of the exciting filming sites in the hit show. You can step into “Winterfell” and experience archery in a recreated film set in “Stark Family” costumes, or even meet some “Stark Family” members!
.TITANIC TOUR
Take the world’s only guided Titanic Boat tour to see the ever changing story of Belfast’s rich sea heritage and how the area has developed into a major tourist attraction. Exploring the Titanic story, the boat tour allows you to view the Titanic Quarter from the water. You also have a chance of seeing many seals living in Belfast.
.MUSIC TOUR
Take a bus journey through the heart of this rock and roll city. Sit back, relax, and enjoy music by way of amazing guitar players, from folk songs to rock and Hollywood soundtracks. Finish up at the wonderful Belfast Music show at the Oh Yeah Music Centre in the Cathedral Quarter.
.CITY TOUR
If you’re short on time but still want to get a general overview of the city, book a private guided taxi tour or a guided open top bus tour. It’s the best and quickest way to find out all about the city’s history and other places of interest.
21. Which tour is suitable for visitors with limited time in Belfast
A. GAME OF THRONES TOUR. B. TITANIC TOUR.
C. MUSIC TOUR. D. CITY TOUR.
22. What can visitors do during the TITANIC TOUR
A. Learn how to sail a boat. B. See a large number of seals.
C. Appreciate the movie Titanic. D. View the Titanic Quarter on land.
23. Where is the text probably taken from
A. A science magazine. B. A history textbook.
C. A research paper. D. A travel brochure.
【答案】21. D 22. B 23. D
B
Because my stories keep my heart pounding at night with the possibility of it all, when I can’t get words on paper, I want to scream. All my energy pools at the bottom of my heart, where it continues to yell at me all day long, “Write! Write! Write!” I have to quiet the voice like a hidden pet, shushing (发嘘声) it over and over until I get the chance to leave, laptop in hand, stories pouring out of my mind.
What poor unfortunate lives we artists live! We’re tortured by our words, whether they’re circling around in our minds at 3 am or written on paper, looking sad and regretful that we’ve put them there. Our words laugh at us before and after they leave our bodies.
I messaged a writing mentor (导师) when I found myself running in circles. With only a small window of time to myself each afternoon, I found it hard to write. If only I had more time, I could finish my book. If only people would leave me alone, I could become an accomplished writer. It was everyone else’s fault.
Small — my mentor told me to start small but keep going. “Do what you can, when you can. Let that be enough during the busy seasons.” In her eyes, she was once me. She was once crazy with tasks that kept her hands pushing, pulling, grabbing and moving endlessly. She recognized herself in the way I talked with starry eyes about my dreamy writing goals and plans. Essays, articles and short stories flowered in my rich mind.
In a few wise words, she gave me the freedom to write in small periods of time she called “the cracks of the day”. She argued that I should run after publishing with the same desire as ever. But in her patient voice, I heard a gentle reminder of stopping running so hard and instead slowing to a sustainable pace.
So I write. I submit. I live, and I dream.
24. What can we infer about the author from the first paragraph
A. She has a strong desire to write. B. She has serious heart problems.
C. She is forced to write constantly. D. She is unable to focus on writing.
25. What does the underlined word “tortured” in paragraph 2 probably mean
A. Threatened. B. Troubled. C. Inspired. D. Impressed.
26. What problem did the author have in writing
A. She suffered from a serious lack of time.
B. Her writing was far from satisfying.
C. She had no idea what to write.
D. She has no one to rely on.
27. Which of the following can sum up the writing mentor’s suggestion to the author
A. All roads lead to Rome. B. Strike while the iron is hot.
C. No pains, no gains. D. Constant drops wear away a stone.
【答案】24. A 25. B 26. A 27. D
C
In Vanuatu, this marathon cultural festival has brought thousands of people together. Although it is one of the Pacific’s biggest cultural festivals, there is no specific date for Nekowiar, a big event of colour and culture that is a true test of one’s endurance (忍耐力), bringing together thousands of people from some of the most faraway villages on the Vanuatu island of Tanna.
Nekowiar, which takes months to prepare, is traditionally held every few years, but it has been eight years since the last one in 2012. No one knows when or where the next celebration will happen. This isn’t an event for tourists though. Nekowiar has been called a peace-building exercise between warring tribes (部落), and a chance for families to arrange marriages.
At this year’s festival, hundreds of women and girls started the event by singing and dancing a traditional Napen from nightfall to sunrise. They only took breaks when they were too tired to continue. They had trained for months for this.
The movements were so powerful that dust(灰尘) rose from the dancers’ feet. Most of the dancers painted their faces in bright colourful designs that held special importance to their tribes.
In the early hours of the third day, the men, teenagers and even young boys had their turn in a dance called Toka. Jimmy Kawiel performed the dance for the first lime this year, "You need more energy for Toka," Mr. Kawiel said. "We’ve been practising for five to six months. It is a very big thing for us, especially when things are developing so fast and we are in danger of losing our culture.”
Jean Pascal Wahe, from the Tafea Cultural Centre on Tanna, said the festival was first held as a reconciliation (和好) event between warring tribes. All the different communities came together to find a way to stop all these wars.
28. What do we know about Nekowiar
A. It’s held every year. B. It has lost its popularity.
C. It doesn’t have a fixed date. D. It’s celebrated to attract tourists.
29. What can be learned about the women dancers on Nekowiar
A. They had fought in wars. B. They were dressed the same.
C. They did gentle movements. D. They showed their strong will.
30. How does Mr Kawiel feel about Toka
A. It would be lost for sure. B. It’s way too hard for him.
C. It should be passed down. D. It’s quite different at the moment.
31. In what situation was the first Nekowiar held
A. When the tribes decided to start a war.
B. When the tribes got caught up in fighting.
C. When the tribes wanted to show off their power.
D. When the tribes were worried about their culture.
【答案】28. C 29. D 30. C 31. B
D
Learning a new language is like you’re going through the jungle with a knife and creating a path. When you learn two languages at once, you’re cutting your way through the jungle to create two paths, which requires twice the discipline (自律), time and motivation.
But it is possible. A 2020 study published in the International Journal of Multilingualism found that Chinese students learning English and Russian at the same time achieved similar mastery in English compared to a control group that just studied English. This is likely because they have already made enormous efforts. A 2017 study suggests that bilinguals (双语者) can learn new languages faster than single-language learners.
The biggest challenge of learning two languages at the same time is finding enough time and opportunities to study them. But to know just how many efforts and resources to put into it, you’ll need to decide what you want to achieve with the languages you’re planning to adopt. Becoming professor-level fluent in Polish is going to take a really long time, but if you want to be able to have conversations while you’re traveling, that won’t take as much time.
To help you distribute (分配) your time and energy more effectively, and get a better idea of what your study plan will look like, it’s important to understand how difficult a particular language is for a native English speaker. While it can take up to 2,200 hours to learn languages like Arabic and Mandarin, if you grew up speaking English, it’ll be easier for you to pick up Czech and German, for example. The easiest languages for native English speakers to learn include Spanish French, and Portuguese, which require between 600 and 750 hours of class to achieve professional mastery.
If it feels too discouraging to go full speed ahead on both languages right away, it might be easier to understand basic grammar and vocabulary for one language before adding another one to the mix.
32. Why can bilingual learners do as well as single-language learners
A. Bilingual learners are cleverer.
B. Bilingual learners work harder.
C. Bilingual learners are more interested in languages.
D. Bilingual learners have a better learning environment.
33. What determines the time it takes to learn foreign languages
A. The occasions of using the languages.
B. The steps to learn the languages.
C. The professors teaching the languages.
D. The purpose of learning the languages.
34. Which language is hardest for native English speakers according to the text
A. French. B. German. C. Mandarin. D. Portuguese.
35. What is the best title for the text
A. Learning Two Languages at Once B. Ways of Leaning a New Language
C. Language Talent of Chinese Students D. Difficulty in Learning Language
【答案】32. B 33. D 34. C 35. A
第二节(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。
Today, we’re constantly interrupted by tools, emails, social media-you name it. In our distraction economy, it’s nearly impossible to focus on what truly matters. But time management can bring more mindfulness into your daily routine. ___36___
Timeboxing
Timeboxing is a goal-oriented (面向目标的) time management strategy. ___37___ And then complete those pieces in a reasonable amount of time. Each task should have its own unique timebox that lasts no more than three hours. By breaking the work into smaller pieces, you can make steady progress towards your goal over the course of days or weeks.
Pomodoro method
The Pomodoro method helps you deal with work within short time frames and then take breaks. This strategy is particularly helpful because it actively encourages regular breaks. ___38___ Start by setting your timer for 25 minutes, and try to spend that time working on a task-avoid checking your text messages or social media if possible. Then, once time is up, take a five-minute break.
Eating the Frog
Mark Twain famously said, “If it’s your job to eat a frog, it’s best to do it first thing in the morning.” ___39___ It encourages you to tackle big or complex tasks first before working on your less important or less urgent work. With the Eat the Frog method, you can ensure you’re getting to your most important work every day.
Getting Things Done
____40____ By freeing up brain power and instead relying on task management tools, you can focus on taking action and not remembering what you need to do. To use the GTD method, capture all of your upcoming work in one place. Then once you’ve written down everything you need to do, sort and prioritize (优先) your work.
A. It helps you break down large tasks into smaller pieces.
B. The first step is to write down everything you need to do.
C. This management strategy takes inspiration from this quote.
D. Here are some time management tips to get more things done.
E. Time management isn’t always about getting all of your work done.
F. This can increase motivation for you know exactly what you’re doing.
G. In fact, research suggests that taking breaks makes people more creative.
【答案】36. D 37. A 38. G 39. C 40. B
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。
Five years ago, a friend asked me to look after his cat while he went on holiday, and I realized the idea had potential on a bigger scale. So I moved to London and decided to ___41___ cat sitting (猫咪代养).
For me, cat sitting is about ___42___ two groups of people who need what the other can offer. I get to stay in people’s ___43___ without rent while they’re on holiday. The owners get ___44___ cat sitting. It also means that there is someone to keep an eye on their homes while they are away. It seems a fairer ___45___ than just watering plants or walking dogs — I’m more of a cat person.
I have always loved cats, and their gentle temper makes them ideal ___46___ for someone working from home. Cats have such different personalities, so it’s not surprising that I ___47___ more with some than others. An owner once told me not to ___48___ her cat to sit on me, as it had happened only once. But just four days later, the cat came over and sat on my lap. I sent her a photo!
Cat sitting helps me with my ___49___ anxiety disorder, too. I want to be around people, but sometimes I can’t. Sometimes, this anxiety even ____50____ me from leaving the house. But since becoming a cat sitter my mental health has ____51____. Having my own ____52____ gives me the power to plan my day. I can recharge when I need to and can go out and meet people when I want. The cats have ____53____ helped.
Now I have stayed in 25 houses ____54____ 30 cats and saved more than 10,000 pounds that would have gone on ____55____. One day I want to save up for a flat so I can have a cat of my own.
41. A. study B. start C. observe D. train
42. A. connecting B. judging C. comparing D. teaching
43. A. offices B. hearts C. lives D. homes
44. A. free B. tough C. serious D. possible
45. A. test B. game C. dream D. exchange
46. A. employers B. assistants C. instructors D. companions
47. A. hate B. bond C. mind D. trust
48. A. guide B. order C. expect D. scare
49. A. musical B. cultural C. social D. personal
50. A. saves B. discourages C. protects D. tells
51. A. improved B. suffered C. worsened D. formed
52. A. cat B. job C. flat D. space
53. A. hardly B. nearly C. really D. narrowly
54. A. attended to B. given away C. brought up D. left out
55. A. holiday B. rent C. sale D. credit
【答案】41. B 42. A 43. D 44. A 45. D 46. D 47. B 48. C 49. C 50. B 51. A 52. D 53. C 54. A 55. B
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
When Lin Qiaozhi was five, her mother died, ____56____ affected her deeply. At age 18, she chose to study medicine against her brother's will. Eight years _______57_______ (late), Lin graduated from Peking Union Medical College (PUMC) and became the first woman to work as ___58___ resident physician in the OB-GYN department of the PUMC Hospital. After several years, she ____59____ (send) to study in Europe and then in 1939, in the US. She left such a good impression ____60____ her American colleagues that they invited her to stay. However, Lin rejected the offer and returned to China.
In 194l, Dr Lin became the first Chinese woman ____61____ (appoint) director of the OB-GYN department of the PUMC Hospital. When the department was closed because of the war, she opened a private clinic to continue to treat the patients. She was even seen _____62_____ (ride) a donkey to faraway villages to provide medical care.
Lin Qiaozhi held many important positions, but she was ____63____ (interest) in tending patients, training staff in her department ____64____ publishing medical research. Dr lin never married and she kept working until her death in 1983. She left her ___65___ (saving) to a kindergarten and a fund for new doctors.
【答案】56. which
57. later 58. a
59. was sent
60. on 61. to be appointed
62. riding 63. more interested
64. and 65. savings
第三部分 写作［共两节，满分40分］
第一节（满分15分）
66. 假定你是李华，上周你校成功举办了一场关于中华传统手工艺的活动。请你为校英文报撰写一篇报道，内容包括：
1. 活动目的；2. 活动内容；3. 活动反响。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80 左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Getting to know traditional Chinese handicrafts
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【答案】Getting to know traditional Chinese handicrafts
Last week, our school launched a traditional Chinese handicraft campaign aimed at increasing students’ knowledge and confidence in this art form. The campaign was a great success and left a lasting impression on all who participated.
The highlight of the campaign was a lecture by experts on traditional Chinese handicrafts. They introduced students to various representative forms, such as paper-cutting, Chinese knots and clay sculpture. The experts explained the origin, development, and current status of each craft, and showcased some of their best works of art which were exquisite and impressive.
The event ended with a hands-on session where students had the opportunity to create their own works of art.
This immersive and inspirational experience sparked an interest in traditional Chinese handicrafts among the students who are now eagerly anticipating the next campaign.
第二节.
67. 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。续 写的词数应为 150 左右。
Emily White was born seventeen years ago with many physical issues affecting her tiny body. Some of her organs, bones and muscles were out of shape. Though no one expected her to survive, she did make it. But she had a strange figure that everyone could recognize, even from a distance.
In Emily’s hometown, there was a yearly outdoor performance in the school hall at Christmas. It had been performed for so many years that it had become one of the most important events for many of the townsfolk. Each year, many people tried out for the show, but most were turned down. Only the best performers could be included.
Emily had a most beautiful singing voice. Last year, she asked Mrs. Owens, her music teacher, if she could join in the performance. Mrs. Owens took a look at her body and said, “Child, you just don’t fit. Everyone would stare at you and that would make you uncomfortable. It would make them uncomfortable too.”
Without singing a single note, Mrs. Owens sent Emily back through the door of the choral room (合唱室). Hurt and upset, Emily decided never to try out again. But things changed as the following school year, Mrs. Owens retired and a new music teacher arrived—Mr. Butler.
He had heard about Emily and suggested that she give it a try again. Emily didn’t want to be rejected again, so she hesitated about it. But finally her love for singing and strong desire to join in the performance outweighed her hesitation. She tried out again and learnt the result would be posted the next day on the door of the choral room.
Emily couldn’t sleep that night, having turned in bed back and forth thousand times as she was worried that she would be rejected again and would never fit in.
Paragraph 1:
The nex tday, Emily hurried to school and anxiously glanced at the list of the result.
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Paragraph 2:
Finally, the day of the performance came.
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【答案】
The next day, Emily hurried to school and anxiously glanced at the list of the result. To her great surprise, she was not rejected this time. Her name stood proudly at the top of the list. It was she, Emily White, who was chosen to be the lead singer! Emily couldn’t believe her eyes. Just then, she felt a gentle pat on the shoulder. Mr. Butler said to her with determined eyes, “Emily, I chose you to lead because of your extraordinary voice. Just believe in yourself.” Greatly moved and encouraged, Emily practiced really hard.
Finally, the day of the performance came. Standing in the front, Emily felt her throat tight and palms sweating. When the curtain rose, the eyes of the whole audience fell upon her. “Emily White!” Someone whispered. With Mr. Butler’s encouraging words in mind, she began to sing her heart out—her voice travelled in the hall like a nightingale’s singing. Everyone was shocked by her great talent and offered big rounds of applause. She was shining on stage—she knew now she was known to everyone not for her appearance, but for her voice as an angel’s.

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