山东省烟台市2024-2025学年高二下学期期末考试英语试题(含答案,含听力原文及音频)

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2024—2025 学年度第二学期期末学业水平诊断高二英语写
作评分标准
第一节 (满分 15 分)
假定你是李华,你校正在进行“外国人在中国的文化体验”的研究项目。请给你在太极学习班上认识
的英国朋友 David 写一封邮件,邀请他接受采访。内容包括:
(1)项目介绍;
(2)采访相关事宜。
参考范文
Dear David,
How is everything going I am writing to invite you to an interview for our school research project — Cultural
Experiences of Foreigners in China.
This project is aimed to explore how foreigners perceive and adapt to Chinese culture. The findings will be
collected and shared to promote cross-cultural understanding. The interview will be held in the school library at 3
p.m. this Friday for about 30 minutes, during which time we’ll briefly introduce the project and then you will be
asked to answer several questions, mainly focusing on your Tai Chi learning experience and the cultural shocks
you’ve encountered in China. Your insights will surely enrich our research.
Looking forward to your participation.
Yours,
Li Hua
评分标准
一、 评分原则
1. 本题总分为 15 分,按六个档次进行评分。
2. 评卷时,首先根据文章要点的涵盖度和语言表达水平初步确定其是否达到及格线(9 分),然后确定
其所属档次,再以该档次的语言和衔接要求来衡量或调整档次,最后给分。
(主要看:内容要点的涵盖度、词汇和语法的丰富性与准确性以及上下文的连贯性。)
3.评分时还应注意:
1) 要点:根据考生写对的有效要点量进行评分,大部分要点表达正确,一般在及格线(9 分)以
上; 要点可以用不同的表达方式。
2) 内容:可以适当发挥,但要紧扣主题。
3) 时态:时态出现错误,档内酌情扣分。
4) 词数:词数太少酌情扣分,词数多了不扣分。
5) 拼写、标点:根据错误多少或其对交际的影响程度酌情扣分。
6) 书写:书写较差以致影响交际的,酌情扣分。
二、 要点赋分
1. 项目介绍(可以介绍项目的目的、研究结果的使用等):6 分;
2. 采访相关事宜(可以包括时间、地点、内容等):9 分 。
三、 各档次的给分范围和要求:
档次 分数段 细则
第六 ●覆盖所有要点,表达清楚,合理。
档优秀 ●使用了多样且恰当的词汇和语法结构,有很少错误,但完全不影响理解。
(漂漂亮亮) 13—15 ●有效地使用了语句间衔接手段,全文结构清晰,意义连贯。
●完全达到了预期写作目的。 几乎无错句
(可有 0─2 个词汇错误,但不得有句子错误,此档必须有高级句式)
第五 ●覆盖所有要点,表达较为清楚,合理。
档良好 ●使用了比较多样且恰当的词汇和语法结构,有个别错误,但不影响理解。
10—12 ●比较有效地使用了语句间衔接手段,全文结构比较清晰,意义比较连贯。 (清清楚楚) 偶有错句
●达到了预期写作目的。
(读起来比较顺畅,2/3 句子完全正确,有 3─5 个错误,但要点一定要全)
第四 ●基本覆盖所有要点,有个别表达不够清楚,合理。
档一般 ●基本有效地使用了恰当的词汇和语法结构,有些许错误,但不影响理解。
(马马虎虎) 7—9 ●基本有效地使用了语句间衔接手段,全文结构基本清晰,意义基本连贯。
半数对句
●基本达到了预期写作目的。
(大部分要点齐全,基本表达完整意思,有 1/2 以上的句子完全正确)
第三 ●遗漏或未清楚表达一些内容要点或一些内容与写作目的不相关。
档较差 ●所用词汇有限,语法结构简单,错误较多,影响理解。
4—6 ●几乎未能有效使用语句间衔接手段,全文结构不够清晰,意义不够连贯。 (一塌糊涂) 少有对句
●未能达到预期的写作目的。
(内容混乱,句子支离破碎,明显的句法错误很多,不足 1/3 句子可读)
第二 ●遗漏或未清楚表达大部分内容要点或大部分内容与写作目的不相关。
档差 ●所用词汇非常有限,语法结构简单,错误很多,严重影响理解。
●几乎未有效地使用了语句间衔接手段,全文结构不清晰,意义不连贯。
(支离破碎) 1—3 词汇罗列
●完全未达到预期的写作目的。
(只言片语,罗列有效的单词、短语,只有 1─2 个句子可读)
第一档 ●未作答;抄写试卷上原句;所写内容太少或无法看清以致无法评判;与题目要求完全不相
0 关。
0
第二节(满分 25 分)
参考范文
“Dale, don’t worry about the light display,” Mr. Music comforted. “You and Julie have lit up our
Christmases for years. Now it’s our turn to light up yours.” Dale held Mr. Music’s hands tightly, expressing gratitude
again and again. On return from the hospital, Mr. Music and Jack got down to making a plan for the light display
and then purchased colored lights, lanterns and other decorations. Neighbors volunteered to join them in setting up
the light display. They worked tirelessly and in a few hours Star Square got beautifully decorated. Everyone in the
community was eagerly looking forward to the light display.
On Christmas night, Dale was wheeled to Star Square. The sight took his breath away. The square sparkled
with countless lights and colorful decorations. A huge banner read “Get Well Soon, Dale!” Neighbors surrounded
him, cheering and clapping. Some hugged him, expressing their wishes for his recovery. Though weak, Dale felt an
overwhelming warmth in his heart. What delighted him even more was that Mr. Music announced that they had
raised enough money for over 35,000 meals. What the community did shows us the power of unity when people
come together for a common cause.
评分标准
一、评分原则
1. 分值及档次:本题总分为 25 分,按五个档次进行评分。
2. 打分依据:先根据整体情况对文章进行定档,然后依据该档次的相应要求来确定或调节档次,最后打
分。打分主要从内容、语言表达和篇章结构三个方面考虑:
1) 创造情节的质量、续写的完整性以及与原文情境的融洽度;
2) 语言表达的准确性、恰当性和多样性; 3)上下文的衔接和全文的连贯性。
(注意:先看故事情节、再看衔接、语言表达、语言错误、书写等)
(不能以孤立的亮点词句作为采分点,不得按点给分。)
3. 其它注意事项:
1) 词数少于 120 的,酌情扣分;只写一段的原则上不超过 10 分。
2) 小错:单词拼写、冠词、介词、大小写、标点符号等错误。
(偶尔的小错可忽略不计,但小错较多,应视其对交际的影响程度酌情扣分)大错:时态、语
态、主谓一致、非谓语动词、句式等(影响所属档次)。
时态全错扣 5 分(如果语言较好,可在本档内酌情扣分)。时态部分错误,根据错的程度酌情扣分。
3) 只要有与原文有关而非完全抄袭原文的句子,就不能判 0 分。
4) 书写清晰可见,能够辨认出即可;书写较差以致影响交际的,酌情扣分。
二、续写内容解析
这是一篇故事类续写。文章主要围绕社区邻居代替生病住院的 Dale 完成其延续多年的举办圣诞灯光
展任务的暖心故事展开。从前文可知,Dale 每年圣诞节期间都会和妻子在新星广场举办一场灯光展,为食
物银行来筹集资金,社区邻居也都乐意参观灯光展并无私捐赠。2024 年圣诞节前,Dale 因心肌炎住院,妻
子需要陪护丈夫,夫妻无法再去筹备展览。但夫妻二人仍然想为饥民做出贡献,所以他们心里异常着急。
于是就在社区发布公告希望有人可以来帮助他们完成此次灯光展。邻居 Mr. Music 每年都参观灯光展并积
极捐赠,这次他带着儿子来看望 Dale。
根据续写部分第一段首句 “‘Dale, don’t worry about the light display,’ Mr. Music comforted.” 以及第二
段首句 “On Christmas night, Dale was wheeled to Star Square.” 可知,续写部分第一段应着重描写 Mr.
Music 和 Jack 回家后对于灯光展的筹备工作及邻居们如何帮忙布置灯光展的情节。本段应侧重场景、动
作和情感描写。
根据续写部分第二段首句“On Christmas night, Dale was wheeled to Star Square.”可知,本段应着重描
写 Dale 在新星广场所看到的场景、当时的感受以及社区人们对于 Dale 到来的反应,还可以包括灯光展
取得的募捐成果等。本段应侧重动作、心理、情感和场景描写。
注意:考生可有多种不同角度的描写,不必拘泥于范文的思路,但情节必须合情合理且主题思想一
定要体现社区居民团结互助,爱心延续,为公益事业凝心聚力等正确价值观导向。
三、各档次的给分范围和要求:
档次 分数段 要求
---内容:创造了新颖、丰富、合理的内容,富有逻辑性,续写完整,与原文情境融洽度高。
第五档优秀 ---语言:使用了多样且恰当的词汇和语法结构,表达流畅,语言错误少,且完全不影响理解。 21―25
(漂漂亮亮) ---篇章:自然有效地使用了段落间、语句间衔接手段,全文结构清晰,前后呼应,意义连贯。
(几乎无错句)
---内容:创造了比较丰富、合理的内容,比较有逻辑性,续写比较完整,与原文情境融洽度较高。
第四档良好 16―20 ---语言:使用了比较多样且恰当的词汇和语法结构,表达比较流畅,有个别错误,但不影响理解。
(清清楚楚) ---篇章:比较有效地使用了语句间衔接手段,全文结构比较清晰,意义比较连贯。
(偶有错句)
---内容:创造了基本完整的故事内容,但有的情节不合理或逻辑性不强,与原文情境基本相关。
第三档一般 ---语言:使用了简单的词汇和语法结构,有部分语言错误或不恰当之处,个别部分影响理解。 11―15
(马马虎虎) ---篇章:尚有语句衔接意识,全文结构基本清晰,意义基本连贯。
(半数对句)
---内容:内容和逻辑上有重大问题,续写不够完整,与原文有一定程度脱节。
第二档较差 ---语言:所用词汇有限,语法结构单调,错误较多且比较低级,影响理解。 6―10
(一塌糊涂) ---篇章:未能有效地使用语句间衔接手段,全文结构不够清晰,意义欠连贯。
(少有对句)
---内容:内容和逻辑上有较多重大问题,或有部分内容抄自原文,续写不完整,与原文情境基本脱
节。
第一档差 1―5
---语言:所使用的词汇非常有限,语法结构单调,错误极多,严重影响理解。
(只言片语)
---篇章:几乎没有使用语句间衔接手段,全文结构不清晰,意义不连贯。
(几乎无对句)
---未作答;所写内容太少或无法看清以致无法评判;续写内容全部抄自原文或与题目要求完全不相
零分 关。 02024—2025 学年度第二学期期末学业水平诊断高二英
语参考答案
第一部分 听力(共 20 小题;每小题 1.5 分,满分 30 分)
1—5 BACAA 6—10 BBCBC 11—15 ACBAC 16—20 BCACB
第二部分 阅读(共 20 小题;每小题 2.5 分,满分 50 分)
21—25 CDAAB 26—30 CBDAC 31—35 DCBCA 36—40 FEGCA
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)
41—45 BADBC 46—50 BDCCD 51—55 ACBAD 第二节(共 10 小
题;每小题 1.5 分,满分 15 分)
56. mixes 57. giving 58. as 59. was founded 60. employment
61. Committed 62. significant 63. the 64. To advance 65. which 第四部分 写作(共
两节,满分 40 分)
第一节 (满分 15 分) (One possible version)
Dear David,
How is everything going I am writing to invite you to an interview for our school research
project — Cultural Experiences of Foreigners in China.
This project is aimed to explore how foreigners perceive and adapt to Chinese culture. The
findings will be collected and shared to promote cross-cultural understanding. The interview will be
held in the school library at 3 p.m. this Friday for about 30 minutes, during which time we’ll briefly
introduce the project and then you will be asked to answer several questions, mainly focusing on
your Tai Chi learning experience and the cultural shocks you’ve encountered in China.
Your insights will surely enrich our research.
Looking forward to your participation.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节 (满分 25 分) (One possible version)
“Dale, don’t worry about the light display,” Mr. Music comforted. “You and Julie have lit
up our Christmases for years. Now it’s our turn to light up yours.” Dale held Mr. Music’s hands
tightly, expressing gratitude again and again. On return from the hospital, Mr. Music and Jack got
down to making a plan for the light display and then purchased colored lights, lanterns and other
decorations. Neighbors volunteered to join them in setting up the light display. They worked
tirelessly and in a few hours Star Square got beautifully decorated. Everyone in the community was
eagerly looking forward to the light display.
On Christmas night, Dale was wheeled to Star Square. The sight took his breath away. The
square sparkled with countless lights and colorful decorations. A huge banner read “Get Well Soon,
Dale!” Neighbors surrounded him, cheering and clapping. Some hugged him, expressing their
wishes for his recovery. Though weak, Dale felt an overwhelming warmth in his heart. What
delighted him even more was that Mr. Music announced that they had raised enough money for over
35,000 meals. What the community did shows us the power of unity when people come together for
a common cause.
附:高二听力录音文稿
Text 1
W: Do I need to start taking any medicine Or should I start exercising more
M: No, this illness is perfectly under control, although you will need to change your diet.
Text 2
M: I can go as high as $500, which is $100 more than market value.
W: It is a very generous offer, but our lowest asking price is $750 as it’s an item that is no longer
produced.
Text 3
W: Why aren’t you doing your homework
M: I’m listening to the weather report on the radio and then I need to prepare for my speech tomorrow.
Could you turn the TV down please
Text 4
M: The event will take place in May, so we’re letting people know two months in advance. W:
Make sure that they know they have to reply by the end of April.
Text 5
M: Are you driving to the gym later If so, could I get a ride into town I need to buy some new
shoes.
W: I’m afraid not. That gym is closed so I’m looking for another one.
Text 6
M: Hello there. I’m doing a survey on shopping for Modern Life magazine. Could I ask you if you
have a credit card
W: Yes. Actually, I have two.
M: Do you use them when you go shopping
W: I usually have enough cash at the beginning of the month, but towards the end of the month, I
mostly use my credit cards.
M: Oh, now I see your point. And what types of things do you enjoy shopping for Clothes, books,
food
W: Oh, shoes, definitely. I have a wall for my shoes.
Text 7
W: David, why are you still sleeping It’s 7:00 a.m.! You’ll be late for school!
M: I’m sick, Mom.
W: What’s the matter
M: I woke up at about 3:00 a.m. with stomach pain. I got back to sleep about two hours later, but the
pain is still bad now. I’m so cold.
W: Let me feel your face. Oh, you’re burning up! And your hands are shaking. Where exactly does
it hurt
M: Here…
W: On the right Oh dear. I’m going to call the doctor, but he’ll probably say we should take you
straight to hospital.
M: I can’t… I have exams next week. I need to get to the library.
W: You need to get better first. Try to relax. I’ll be back in a minute.
Text 8
W: A lot of people in Australia are now traveling and taking time off. When I was traveling, I met
so many people doing the same thing.
M: Yeah, so where did you start out
W: Well, I went to New Zealand first. I got a job as a secretary at a computer company there. I
worked there for four months and raised enough money for the rest of my trip. From there, I
traveled around Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, and India.
M: How did you travel across the different islands in Indonesia W: I
flew sometimes. But most of the time, I went by boat.
M: What about Singapore People say it’s very modern but also quite boring.
W: I enjoyed my time there. It has its own culture and customs, and it’s just one great big shopping
center. It was very clean and I spent a lot of money there!
Text 9
W: Good evening, Mr. Wescott. It’s a pleasure to finally meet you.
M: Nice to meet you, too, Ms. Ainsworth. I hope you haven’t been waiting too long.
W: No, I just arrived. Please have a seat. Would you like a glass of wine
M: Yes, that would be great. This is a lovely restaurant, by the way.
W: I hope you like the food. The cook takes great care to use only the freshest local vegetables.
M: Well, I love trying new restaurants. There is actually a food festival called “Restaurant Week”
going on in my hometown as we speak.
W: Oh, that sounds like fun! Am I correct in assuming that a number of restaurants have special
menus and prices for “Restaurant Week”
M: Yes, you’re exactly right. I plan to check it out when I get home at the end of the week.
W: Fantastic! So Mr. Wescott, as you have probably guessed, I’m very interested in talking about
your company’s toys. I think there is a great market for them here. But why don’t we order food
before we start talking about business
M: Sounds like a good idea to me.
Text 10
Smart watches have become popular since 2014 when Apple introduced its first Apple Watch.
Since then, sales have rocketed and many different companies have created their own smart watch
products. They can be used to track your health. However, up until now smart watches have
depended on batteries for power, just like a smart phone, but that may be about to change. A team of
scientists from Tokyo University of Science have successfully developed a smart watch that
produces electricity from people’s own sweat. They published their findings in a scientific journal
in March 2021. They showed how tiny the battery is, and it is just as thin as paper. The smart watch
would then sit on top of it. Although similar technology already exists, this new method has excited
the scientific community because it can be produced at a low cost. It has also produced significantly
bigger amount of power than previous methods. It could power not only smart watches, but also
other wearable technology such as smart glasses or T-shirts that have lights or screens on them.2024—2025学年度第二学期期末学业水平诊断
高二英语
注意事项:
1. 答卷前,考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。
2. 回答选择题时,选出每小题答案后,用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动,用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时,将答案写在答题卡上,写在本试卷上无效。
3. 考试结束后,只交答题卡。
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
做题时,先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后,你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What does the woman need to do
A. Start taking medicine.
B. Change eating habits.
C. Do more exercise.
2. What is the market value of the item according to the man
A. $400. B. $500. C. $750.
3. What is the woman doing now
A. Listening to the radio.
B. Doing her homework.
C. Watching TV.
4. When will people know about the event
A. In March. B. In April. C. In May.
5. What is the man asking the woman to do
A. Give him a lift.
B. Buy him some new shoes.
C. Help him find another gym.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
6. What are the speakers talking about
A. The latest fashion.
B. Shopping preferences.
C. A healthy lifestyle.
7. What does the woman like to shop for
A. Clothes. B. Shoes. C. Books.
听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
8. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In the library. B. In the hospital. C. In David’s bedroom.
9. What does the woman suggest David do
A. Read in the library. B. Rest and relax. C. Skip the coming exam.
听第8段材料,回答第10至12题。
10. What did the woman do in New Zealand
A. A computer programmer.
B. A tour guide.
C. A secretary.
11. How did the woman mainly get around in Indonesia
A. By boat B. By car. C. By plane.
12. What does the woman think of Singapore
A. It’s a boring place.
B. It’s very dirty on some streets.
C. It’s a good place for shopping.
听第9段材料,回答第13至16题。
13. What does the woman say about the restaurant
A. It has the lowest price.
B. It uses local vegetables.
C. It’s special during “Restaurant Week”.
14. What does the man’s company produce
A. Toys. B. Food. C. Wine.
15. What’s the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Waitress and customer. B. Boss and employee. C. Business partners.
16. What will the speakers do next
A. Participate in a food festival. B. Order some food. C. Head for a market.
听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。
17. What happened since Apple introduced the first Apple Watch
A. Apple took all the shares in the market.
B. The smart glass technology was developed.
C. Other companies started making similar products.
18. What can produce power to the newly - invented smart watch
A. Sweat. B. Heat. C. Light.
19. When were the scientists’ results published
A. In 2014. B. In 2020. C. In 2021.
20. What’s the feature of the new battery
A. It’s thick and heavy.
B. It can be produced cheaply.
C. It can only be used in smart watches.
第二部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Environmental Education Online Course
Hundreds of participants from over 60 countries have taken this popular course offered by Cornell University, which includes diverse webinars (在线研讨会) with outstanding environmental education speakers.
Course Overview
Learn about environmental education foundations and approaches through pre-recorded lectures, readings and case studies. You will apply research-based knowledge to enhance existing environmental education programs, and strengthen your professional networks by exchanging ideas and resources with peer educators around the world.
Participants
Environmental educators, including teachers, park managers, zoo or botanic garden educators, volunteers and university students.
Cost
Regular fee is $60. Now, 20 course participants have agreed to pay an additional $30 each to sponsor students unable to afford. Students in financial hardship can choose a discounted rate of $40, with the sponsorship covering the difference.
Certificates
To receive a certificate, participants must:
(1) respond to all eight weekly discussion board questions, in weeks 1 - 4.
(2) submit reflections about any webinar and participate in at least one live webinar.
(3) complete the one-page final report about a research-based environmental education activity you'll conduct during this course. Everything must be submitted by the last day of the course.
Dates
September 1 — October 5, 2025. The course includes 4 weeks of content, plus one week to complete the required final project.
21. How much sponsorship money is left if 10 students pay the discounted fee
A. $0. B. $200. C. $400. D. $600.
22. Which of the following disqualifies a participant from receiving a certificate
A. Attending merely one live webinar.
B. Not presenting reflections on all webinars.
C. Submitting the final report by the deadline.
D. Leaving a discussion board question unanswered.
23. What can we know about the course
A. It lasts 5 weeks in total.
B. It offers a full attendance award.
C. It hosts on-site lectures.
D. It teaches attendees about policy making.
B
Ashu Jain, a 57-year-old Indian woman who once struggled as a homemaker with exhaustion and social expectations, has now become a social media star and fitness influencer, rewriting the narrative about ageing and motherhood.
Having spent her previous decades fulfilling traditional roles as a wife, mother and caregiver, Ashu faced the invisible weight of the common belief that her time for chasing dreams had long passed. But she wasn’t ready to fade into the background. “Mothers of my age reach a point where our responsibilities peak and our dreams take a back seat. My family had my back and I found the courage to reclaim mine,” shares Ashu.
At 44, she resolved to pick up her education. The decision wasn’t easy. Pursuing her studies meant making trade-offs — meals weren’t perfectly timed, the house looked lived-in, and exam dates conflicted with family plans. But the family adjusted and she managed to finish her PhD course.
Then came the health scare in March 2022 when she was 54. Her blood pressure shot up and the doctor suggested lifelong medication. “That moment was a wake-up call,” she recalls. “I didn’t want to submit to a dependent old age.” Determined to turn her condition around naturally, she opted for physical activities and joined a gym, a turning point in her life. “What truly astonished me was how much our bodies can change with right efforts and consistent self-care,” she said.
Today, her daily routine which reflects the discipline she’s well established begins at 4 a.m. with a refreshing glass of water, followed by a handful of nuts. Then it’s time for gym training, where she focuses on strength sessions and deadlifts. She alternates between yoga, running and walks throughout the week, ensuring a mix of activities.
Ashu launched her social media journey with occasional Instagram posts under @not.just.a.grandma. Her videos featuring workouts, recipes, and an active lifestyle quickly went viral, inspiring millions. Her advice to women is, “Don’t stop just because you are ageing. You can redefine what it means to age with purpose, strength and joy.”
24. What was the attitude of Ashu’s family toward her going for her dream
A. Favourable. B. Critical. C. Dismissive. D. Doubtful.
25. What did Ashu give up to obtain her PhD
A. Her physical well-being.
B. An orderly household routine.
C. Family union and stability.
D. Her role as a wife and mother.
26. What drove Ashu to start her physical training in her 50s
A. The end of her motherly duties.
B. Her desire to follow social trends.
C. Her refusal to use medicine for health.
D. The encouragement from the doctor.
27. What can we learn from Ashu’s story
A. Rome wasn’t built in a day.
B. It’s never too late to start afresh.
C. The early bird catches the worm.
D. Actions speak louder than words.
C
Katherine Rundell’s follow-up to 2023’s Impossible Creatures — a novel that sees two children trying to protect “the world’s last magical place”, which is home to all manner of imaginary beings — goes hand in hand with the previous one. But rather than a fantasy story, Vanishing Treasures is a nonfiction survey of some of the seemingly impossible creatures who call our planet home. As the title suggests, many of our neighbors are disappearing at an alarming rate mostly due to humanity’s irresistible greed and desire to dominate whatever is beautiful and rare.
In this book, Katherine Rundell takes us on a tour of the world’s most awe-inspiring animals currently facing extinction. She combines history and personal experiences with a vivid storytelling style. Her own observations and interactions color her description of each animal in an accessible way, which is as enjoyable to read as the facts. Having witnessed the Amur leopard’s stealthy approach to its victim while tracking it, Rundell writes, “The leopard glides through the underbrush like a shadow, its powerful muscles working in perfect harmony with the silence of the forest. Each step is a silent promise of both beauty and danger.”
The book unfolds a wealth of wonders. The seahorse couples meet each morning for a dance, changing colors before going their separate ways. The wood frog survives winter by allowing itself to freeze solid, its heartbeat slowing until it stops altogether. When spring comes, the heart kick-starts itself naturally back to life.
Regrettably, these extraordinary animals are each on the border of extinction. This brilliant essay collection focusing on 23 unusual and underappreciated creatures serves as a forceful call insisting we re-envision the world around us — to truly recognize the fascinating animals, along with their hidden histories and remarkable capabilities and above all, to treasure the immeasurable fortune of inhabiting the same ground as such disappearing treasures.
Beautifully illustrated, and full of intellect, Vanishing Treasures is a chance to be awestruck and lovestruck, to engage with the world’s beauty and its delicate nature and its strangeness.
28. What do we know about the creatures in Rundell’s new novel
A. They’re extinct species.
B. They’re fictional but magical.
C. They inhabit different planets.
D. They’re real but endangered.
29. What does the underlined word “stealthy” in paragraph 2 mean
A. Secretive. B. Hesitant. C. Awkward. D. Obvious.
30. Why does the author mention the seahorse couples and the wood frog
A. To reveal animals’ bonds.
B. To prove animals’ adaptability.
C. To indicate animals’ amazing features.
D. To contrast animals’ survival skills.
31. What is Vanishing Treasures aimed at
A. Driving environmental actions.
B. Sharing personal adventures.
C. Resolving human - animal conflicts.
D. Promoting ecological appreciation.
D
Scientists at the University of Surrey have made a breakthrough in batteries that not only store more energy but help tackle greenhouse gas emissions. Lithium - CO “breathing” batteries release power while capturing carbon dioxide, offering a better alternative that may one day outperform today’s lithium - ion batteries.
Until now, Lithium - CO batteries have faced setbacks in efficiency — wearing out quickly and relying on expensive rare materials. However, researchers from Surrey have found a way to overcome these issues by using a low - cost catalyst (催化剂) called CPM. Using computer modelling and lab experiments, tests showed this simple change allowed the battery to store considerably more energy, charge with far less power and run for over 100 cycles.
Dr Gadkari, co - author of the study, said, “One of the biggest challenges with these batteries is something called ‘overpotential’ — the extra energy needed to get the reaction going. You can think of it like cycling uphill before you can coast. CPM flattens that hill, meaning the battery loses far less energy during each charge and discharge.”
To understand why CPM worked so well, researchers used two approaches. First, they took apart the battery after charging and discharging to study the chemical changes inside, finding that lithium carbonate, the chemical substances formed when the battery absorbs CO , could be reliably built up and removed — an essential feature for long - term use. They then turned to computer modelling using density functional theory (DFT) to explore how the reactions unfold on the material surface. Results showed how the CPM’s stable, holey structure offered the ideal surface for key chemical reactions.
“What’s exciting about this discovery is that it combines strong performance with simplicity. We’ve shown it’s possible to build efficient lithium - CO batteries in large numbers using affordable, expandable materials — no rare metals required,” said Dr Gadkari. If commercialised, these batteries could help cut emissions from vehicles and industrial sources. Scientists even imagine they could operate on Mars, where the atmosphere is 95% CO . The discovery opens new doors for developing even better low - cost, easy - to - make battery materials and marks a milestone step toward real - world applications.
32. What advantage does the new battery have over other batteries based on the first paragraph
A. It’s lighter. B. It’s more user - friendly.
C. It’s greener. D. It’s more cost - effective.
33. What does Dr Gadkari want to clarify by referring to “cycling uphill”
A. A natural phenomenon. B. A technical term.
C. An experimental stage. D. A theoretical design.
34. How did researchers confirm the effectiveness of CPM besides using modelling
A. By testing its performance on Mars.
B. By assessing its durability via DFT.
C. By observing reactions in the battery.
D. By analyzing lithium carbonate’ structure.
35. What can we infer from the last paragraph about the new battery
A. It is promising for mass production.
B. It is convenient to make and recycle.
C. Its efficiency relies on rare earth elements.
D. Its use has reshaped the battery industry.
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
On social media platforms, we can easily express our opinions without considering possible consequences. __36___. So try mastering the art of social media manners with our guide on responsible posting.
In social media, the principle “Think Before You Post” serves as a vital reminder of our responsibility. Before hitting that “post” button, take a moment to reflect on what you say. 37 A seemingly harmless joke might hurt someone with a different sense of humor.
Understanding your audience is also key. Imagine being at a party. Would you discuss the same topics with your grandmother as with your classmates Probably not. 38 Each social media platform has its own unique audience and culture. Be mindful of your audience. Are they mostly family or professional contacts These factors can guide your posts.
39 Just because something is available to you doesn't mean it's meant for public consumption. If you encounter someone's sensitive information, it's your responsibility to maintain secrecy, whether it's a video from a closed - door party, or even something as simple as labelling them in a post.
Engaging in constructive conversations is another crucial aspect of social media manners. The digital world is where you can learn, grow and broaden your horizons. In digital discussions, remember the golden rule: treat others as you want to be treated. It's perfectly fine to disagree, but how you handle that disagreement truly matters. Avoid personal attacks. 40 Express your thoughts in a respectful and constructive manner. Furthermore, be open to different viewpoints, which will offer you new insights and enrich your understanding of the world.
A. Instead, focus on the issue at hand.
B. Do they correspond with your values
C. Make it a point not to disclose others' privacy.
D. Never have your digital footprint left for good.
E. Could it be misinterpreted or taken out of context
F. Yet this carefree posting practice can lead to harm.
G. The same principle applies to your digital interactions.
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四个选项中选出最佳选项。
One April morning, a group of photographers were visiting Heber to photograph wild horses. They had 41 Friends of the Heber Wild Horses for guidance on the best shooting places. One 42 location had a drying dirt water tank, creating a 43 for wildlife.
Shortly after noon, a photographer spotted a mare (母马) and her child 44 in the thick mud and urgent message 45 , “Horses drowning in mud.”
Within minutes, a team armed with ropes arrived. A couple had already 46 the young, but the mother, exhausted and sinking, needed desperate help. For over an hour, seven rescuers worked tirelessly. To 47 the rope, Andy repeatedly stepped into the dangerous mud. Initially, the only 48 was to place the rope around the horse's neck with a knot (结) 49 tied to prevent choking (窒息). Once the horse gained some energy by struggling on her own, the team managed to reposition the rope around her hindquarters for a safer 50 . The rescue team used great care, allowing the mother time to rest between 51 to avoid injury.
Finally the mother was pulled out. Though shaky, she stood up and 52 with her child, which had been waiting on the bank, calling out to her. The team watched them wandering into the woods.
The rescue highlighted a 53 : Sympathy and teamwork are the only 54 for trapped wildlife. The strangers that saved that day left as heroes who proved humanity's kindness can 55 natural dangers.
41. A. honored B. contacted C. confirmed D. searched
42. A. recommended B. restricted C. reserved D. abandoned
43. A. boundary B. shelter C. barrier D. trap
44. A. swinging B. struggling C. rolling D. running
45. A. died away B. got stuck C. came through D. won out
46. A. examined B. freed C. fed D. calmed
47. A. loosen B. replace C. remove D. secure
48. A. risk B. function C. option D. error
49. A. formally B. randomly C. skillfully D. oddly
50. A. drive B. ride C. entry D. drag
51. A. efforts B. defeats C. tasks D. breaks
52. A. agreed B. consulted C. reunited D. competed
53. A. choice B. lesson C. problem D. custom
54. A. lifeline B. milestone C. benefit D. symbol
55. A. target B. predict C. enhance D. outplay
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。
Once a traditional rural craft, the handwoven carpet weaving (编织) technique of Yangxin County in Binzhou, Shandong Province now symbolizes a lively revival (复兴) through the combination of cultural heritage with modern innovation.
The technique is well known for its complicated process that 56 (mix) painting, carving, weaving and dyeing. Its designs are characterized by traditional Chinese flower and branch patterns, 57 (give) each piece strong decorative appeal. The technique was listed 58 a provincial-level intangible cultural heritage item in 2021.
In 2022, the Yangxin Carpet Intangible Cultural Heritage Workshop 59 (found), focusing on preserving, documenting and promoting the weaving tradition. Led by Huang Chunsheng, the workshop trains workers in diverse techniques. To expand access to 60 (employ), it has set up 12 branch workshops across the county, enabling local residents to work close to home.
The workshop participated in setting both domestic and international standards for handmade carpets. 61 (commit) to innovation, it has cooperated with companies and universities for new carpet materials and designs. A major breakthrough came through a joint project with Donghua University, leading to the development of China’s first fully digital intelligent robot for carpets and marking a 62 (significance) step in automating and upgrading 63 traditional industry.
Showcased at multiple international events, Yangxin carpet products have enjoyed great popularity. 64 (advance) public education, the workshop has established a carpet museum, 65 features historical displays, product showcases and interactive areas, demonstrating how traditional carpet-making evolves and integrates (融入) into modern life.
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
假定你是李华,你校正在进行“外国人在中国的文化体验”的研究项目。请给你在太极学习班上认识的英国朋友David写一封邮件,邀请他接受采访。内容包括:
(1)项目介绍;
(2)采访相关事宜。
注意:
(1)写作词数应为80个左右;
(2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear David,
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Yours,
Li Hua
第二节(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。
Every Christmas, Dale Marks and his wife Julie put up a massive Christmas light display at Star Square in the neighborhood to raise money for the Food Bank of Iowa. It usually took the couple a week to prepare, but they were happy to do it despite the trouble. Watching the light display during Christmas had become a neighborhood tradition.
People admired the couple’s selfless acts. Every year they visited the light display and contributed to the food bank willingly. In 2023, Dale and Julie made over 28,000 meals in cash for the food bank, which was really an amazing achievement.
As everyone was looking forward to the 2024 light display, something unexpected occurred. Dale suddenly passed out and was rushed to the hospital. Having ignored mild chest discomfort for days, he was unaware a viral infection had led to severe myocarditis (心肌炎). After careful physical examination, he was told to stay in hospital for a month - long treatment. That meant that he was unable to set up or organize this year’s light display as his doctor strictly prohibited physical labor until full recovery.
There were only three days left before the Christmas light display. However, the couple could do nothing since Julie had to take care of Dale in the hospital. Still determined to carry on the Christmas light tradition to feed the hungry, they felt anxious. Then an idea struck Dale that they could find someone else to help do that. Soon, the notice was put up on the noticeboard in the community.
The news that Dale had a serious disease and couldn’t hold the Christmas light display this year spread quickly. Concerned about him, many neighbors came to the hospital to see Dale. Among them were his neighbor Mr. Music and his son Jack, a high school student. They had been coming to donate money every year and even helped with the light display.
注意:
(1)续写词数应为150个左右;
(2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
“Dale, don’t worry about the light display,” Mr. Music comforted.
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On Christmas night, Dale was wheeled to Star Square.
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