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In an age when smartphones deliver constant updates and social media fuels endless
comparison,Generation Z(born between 1997-2012)is leading a cultural movement which is
opposite the current trend in the fast-paced digital world:slow living.This philosophy,which
emphasizes purpose over speed and quality over quantity,is gaining popularity as young people
rebel (against the burnout culture that affected millennials (born between 1981-1996).
Recent data from the Pew Research Center reveals that 58%of Gen Z surveyed actively limit
their social media usage,while 43%have deleted at least one app to reduce digital stress.
The shift goes beyond digital habits.A 2024 report by McKinsey Company highlights that
72%of Gen Z consumers prefer sustainable brands,even at higher price points,reflecting a
rejection of fast fashion and unplanned consumption.Secondhand store shopping has increased by
35%among them since 2022,according to research firm GlobalData.Psychologists owe this to
"climate anxiety"and a desire for being real."Gen Z sees slow living as both self-care and
activism(行a动主义)，”explains Dr..Hannah Lee,a behavioral scientist at UCLA.They're
shaping lifestyles in line with their values-not just following trends."
However,critics argue that the movement's ideals are easier to adopt for those in good
financial situation.A study in The Journal of Social Economics notes that low-income Gen Z
individuals are 40%less likely to participate in slow living practices like eating organic food or
keeping only what they truly need,mainly because they have less money to spend."Simplifying
your life is a privilege when you're working three odd jobs(零工)，”comments sociologist Dr.
Carlos Mendez.This difference has caused debates about whether slow living unintentionally
excludes(排除在外)disadvantaged groups.
The trend is reshaping industries.Tech companies now market"focus mode"apps that block
distractions,while fashion brands promote "quiet luxury"-plain-looking but high-quality
designs.Even workplaces are adapting,with 20%of U.S.firms trialing four-day workweeks in
2024,according to Harvard Business Review.Yet questions remain:Is this a lasting cultural shift
or a temporary rebellion As Dr.Lee observes,"Gen Z isn't rejecting progress;they're redefining
what 'better'means.”
28.How does Dr.Hannah Lee see Gen Z's choice of slow living
A.They blindly follow influential trends.
B.They say no to modern digital technology.
C.They care more about cost than the environment.
D.They view it as a way to express personal values.
第6页共12页高二英语参考答案
第一部分听力
1-5 ACABA 6-10 BCCAA 11-15 BAABC 16-20 CACBB
第二部分阅读
21-23 BCA 24-27 CCDA 28-31 DBBD 32-35 BDCD
36-40 BECGF
第三部分语言运用
41-45 CBDAA 46-50 CCDDB 51-55 ABCDA
56. an 57. dressed 58. which 59. most complete 60. measures
61. Initially 62. destruction/being destroyed 63. attractions 64. as
65. preserving
第四部分写作第一节
Dear Jayne,
How are you I’m excited to tell you about our school’s “Weekend Micro-Trip” activity!
Last Saturday, we were encouraged to explore local places like museums, old streets, and parks
for just 2-3 hours. I visited a charming bookstore hidden in an alley and a small history museum
nearby.
It was such a refreshing experience. Not only did I discover new places, but I also learned so
much about our city’s culture. Our affection for the city deepened through the communications
with classmates afterwards.
Do you have similar activities I am sure your town is full of hidden treasures to uncover.
Best wishes,
Li Hua
第二节
The next week, as they worked side by side, something amazing happened. Jason found himself
suggesting ideas aloud, while Mark patiently listened. When Jason hesitated over a design choice,
Mark didn't interrupt but waited. “Your perspective matters,” Mark said simply. Those three words
unlocked something in Jason. By their third meeting, he was speaking in full sentences, even
laughing at Mark’s jokes. Their project wasn’t just a presentation, but a smooth dance of observation
and action, quiet creativity meeting bold expression. Finally it earned an A+.
At the end of the term, both boys received positive comments from Mrs. Clark. “Jason,” she
wrote, “your growth in confidence has been remarkable.” For Mark: “You’ve developed a precious
gift , the ability to help others shine.” Seeing the comments, they felt a wave of happiness sweeping
over them. But the real reward sat at their usual lunch table now always full of classmates. Jason
still sketched, but now he did it surrounded by friends who appreciated both his art and his quiet
wisdom. Mark still led, but with a new understanding that true teamwork meant making space for
every voice.
Text 1
W:Oh,I think I forgot my passport at home.
M:What !Well,if we returned now,we would miss our flight for sure.Maybe you can call our parents
for help.
Text 2
W:Please turn the television off.I really need you to mop the floor and take out the trash. Then you
need to do your homework.
M:Okay.I'll take out the trash first.
Text 3
M:So what do you think of the place I know it's not very big,but you should have everything you
need.
W:This is fine.When I was in university,I was living in a place smaller than this.
Text 4
W:William!Come inside right now.You are all wet!It's not a sunny day,you know.
M:I'm sorry,Mom.It was cloudy when I went out just now.Next time I will remember to take my
umbrella.
Text 5
M:Which part of the theater do you want to sit in I usually don't sit too close to the screen because
it hurts my eyes.
W:I think we can sit anywhere we want.There is almost nobody in here.
Text 6
W:⑥This is the strangest pet store I've ever seen. Why would anyone get a big spider as a pet
M:I don't know.Personally,spiders terrify me.
W: Iknow.⑥When I was little,I used to have bad dreams about them.
M:Aren't they dangerous
W:Well, it says on this sign that they don't have their poison anymore.⑦They have been saved from
the wild, like all the other animals in here. Some of them aren't for sale,but most of them are.
Text 7
M:⑧⑨I think I forgot to bring my lunch today. Yeah, it's not in my bag.That's frustrating. W:Don't
worry.⑧You can share mine. I made baked chicken and vegetables for dinner last night and had a
lot of leftovers,so I brought some today.I always make too much food!
M:Thanks! That's so nice of you.⑨I had a ham and cheese sandwich to bring,but I must have left it
on my dining room table.I’m sure your food will be better anyway!
W:Thank you.I love to cook.Tonight,I'm making spaghetti and meatballs,which is my kids'favorite
meal.Here,pull up a chair to my desk and I'll give you some of this food.It's time for our lunch break.
M:⑩I really appreciate it!
Text 8
W:Good morning. I was wondering if you were looking for part-time waitresses here.
M:As a matter of fact,we are.Are you looking for work
W:Yes! I'd like to apply for the job,please.
M:Sure.But what brought you to us
W: I was attracted by the environment of your restaurant. By the way, what's the salary
M:$15 per hour.Well,when are you available during the week
W: I can work from 6:00 to 10:00 in the evening from Monday to Friday.During weekends I can
be here for the whole day.
M:That's great.I'll talk to our manager later.
W:Great,thanks! When can I expect to hear from you
M: Today is Monday. Our manager will be back on Wednesday afternoon. We will inform you
on Friday. OK
W:Thank you.
Text 9
M:Thanks for bringing me to your Thanksgiving dinner,Ellen.
W:You're welcome.Don't you celebrate Thanksgiving in England,too
M:Not really.We have something called Harvest Festival,but it is different
W:It's different in America,too. In Canada here,it isn't as important.What is Harvest Festival like
in your country
M:We visit our neighbors and offer to help them around the house.It is also the time of year that
people donate food to the poor.
W:We usually do that at Christmas. For Thanksgiving,we just put on some nice clothes and have
a big dinner.
M: Hearing about the social problems here really helped me to understand your culture
and values.I was expecting to be sitting around and watching sports on TV.
Why did everyone leave at 9:00,anyway
W:Well,it's a school day tomorrow.During Christmas,we have a much longer holiday, so people stay
until 10:00,sometimes 11:00.Also,turkey dinners always make you a bit tired.Do you want to come
to our Christmas dinner,too M:Definitely!
Text 10
M: John F.Kennedy International Airport, or simply JFK, is the main international airport serving
New York City. It is known as the busiest air way into North America, the sixth-busiest airport in
the United States, and the busiest airport in the New York airport system.In 2017,JFK handled over
59 million passengers. As of today,over 90 airlines operate from it,with direct flights to places over
all 6 continents.The airport has 6 passenger halls,containing 128 gates.It serves as a center for both
American Airlines and Delta Air Lines, and it is the major operating station for JetBlue Airways.
When construction began in November 1943, the airport was actually named Major General
Alexander E. Anderson Airport. Then,in March 1948, four months before it was officially opened
in July 1948,the name was changed to New York International Airport, Anderson Field.It wasn't
until 1963 that the present name JFK was given to the airport.A recent report shows that the airport
provides about 230,000 jobs with almost 10 billion dollars as salaries.

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