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2025-2026学年高二英语上学期期中模拟卷（沪外版）
（考试时间：120分钟 试卷满分：140分）
注意事项：
1．答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B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．测试范围：选择性必修一 Units 1~4（沪外版）。
4．难度系数：0.65。
5．考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
I. Listening Comprehension （25分）
Section A
Directions: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.
1．
A．She hopes he can stop reading. B．She will turn it off at once.
C．She is reluctant to turn it down. D．She thinks reading is not important.
【答案】C
【原文】M: Linda, turn down the stereo a bit, I’m trying to read.
W: That’s my new record, Dad. Don’t you like it
Q: What does the woman mean
2．
A．Playing tennis. B．Writing a term paper.
C．Holding a meeting. D．Gathering materials.
【答案】D
【原文】W: Jack, would you like to join the school tennis club It’s wonderful.
M: I should say I envy you. I just turned in my term paper and now I am collecting information for the school conference which is to begin next week.
Q: What is the man doing now
3．
A．She should do more careful work.
B．George does not care about her.
C．She is not concerned about George's remarks.
D．George shouldn't have said much about her.
【答案】C
【原文】M: Have you heard what George has been saying about your work
W: Yes, I have. But to be honest, I couldn’t care less.
Q: What does the woman mean
4．
A．The man wants to go to Vancouver. B．The woman wants to go to Toronto.
C．There are no flights to Toronto. D．There are two direct flights to Toronto.
【答案】B
【详解】W: Excuse me, would you please tell me when the next flight to Toronto is
M: Sure. The next direct flight to Toronto is two hours from now, but if you don’t mind transferring in Vancouver, you can board now.
Q: What can we learn from the conversation
5．
A．He hasn’t had a chance to meet Kathy yet.
B．He didn't know that Kathy was being moved.
C．Kathy had already told him the news.
D．His new office will be located in New York.
【答案】B
【原文】W: Did you hear They are moving Kathy to the New York office
M: They are That’s news to me.
Q: What does the man mean
6．
A．At an art gallery. B．In a work shop.
C．At a gas station. D．In a department store.
【答案】A
【原文】M: Excuse me, can you tell me the title of this oil painting
W: Sorry, I don’t know for sure.But I guess it's an early18th century work. Let me look it up in the catalogue.
Q: Where does the conversation most probably take place
7．
A．At a restaurant. B．At a bank.
C．At a gym. D．At a supermarket.
【答案】B
【原文】M: Excuse me, can you give me the balance on my account
W: Sure. Tell me your account number.
Q: Where does the conversation most probably take place
8．
A．He hasn’t paid the money. B．He arrived late at the airport.
C．There was a strike at the airport. D．He felt it a shame to travel alone.
【答案】C
【原文】M: There’s a strike at the airport so my trip’s been cancelled.
W: Oh, no! That’s a shame. Will you get your money back
Q: Why is the man’s trip cancelled
9．
A．Interviewer and interviewee. B．Headmaster and chemistry teacher.
C．Doctor and patient. D．Receptionist and hotel guest.
【答案】A
【原文】M: Please take a seat, Miss Simmons. Now you are applying for a job as a medical lab technician. What’s your experience in this kind of work
W: Well, I’ve been working as a receptionist in a doctor’s clinic for the past three years.
Q: What’s the probable relationship between the two speakers
10．
A．The correct way to wash a sweater.
B．The maintenance of a machine.
C．The effect of cycling on cold weather.
D．The special way to identify woolen products.
【答案】A
【原文】W: Is there any special care I should take with this woolen sweater
M: Machine cold wash, gentle cycle.
Q: What are they talking about
Section B
Directions: In Section B. you will hear two passages and one longer conversation. After each passage or conversation, you will be asked several questions. The passages and conversation will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.
Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.
11．A．The benefits of walking. B．The importance of keeping fit.
C．The way of forming a habit. D．The possibility of excising regularly.
12．A．Because it needs much thinking.
B．Because people needn’t concentrate on it.
C．Because it is suitable for everyone.
D．Because people can improve their memory.
13．A．It is the easiest way to lose weight. B．It can be made part of people’s life.
C．It prevents people suffering from cancers. D．It can make people’s hearts stronger.
【答案】11．A 12．B 13．C
【原文】W: Left foot, right foot, left foot, right foot… you can travel fast or slow. The movement of your feet gets you where you need to go. But it also gets you so much more! Walking is a basic, simple exercise that’s suitable for almost everyone.
Walking helps you in many ways. First it makes you heart stronger. Studies show regular walking reduces your chance of heart disease. Walking quickly for 30 minutes a day also helps control high blood pressure. It can reduce your chance of developing some cancers, too.
Want to lose weight You need to burn 600 more calories each day than you eat. Walking is the easiest way. As people age, their brains don’t work as well .One in14 people over 65 suffers from memory loss. Older people who walk six miles or more per week keep their brains in better shape.
Walking helps your mental health, too. Putting one foot in front of the other isn’t difficult. You don’t have to think about it, so you can concentrate on other things.
You can make walking part of your day. Instead of parking near your house, park a distance away and walk. Instead of taking the elevator, walk. Make walking a habit, and see how it makes you feel.
Questions：
11. What’s the topic of the passage
12. Why is walking good for people’s mental health
13. Which of the following is NOT mentioned about walking in the passage
Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage
14．A．Future researchers. B．Company employees.
C．College students. D．Successful artists.
15．A．To teach the listeners how to work hard.
B．To enable the listeners to get better salaries.
C．To encourage the listeners to seize opportunities.
D．To prepare the listeners to get better jobs.
16．A．Kindness. B．Willingness. C．Diligence. D．Interest.
【答案】14．C 15．D 16．B
【原文】On this graduation ceremony I’d like to offer my sincere congratulations to you all. Well done, everyone. I’ve got three tips to share with you, hoping to make a direction for the future life after your graduation from college.
Tip one: There are few things that get you over your own crop more than working hard. Do you want to know how to work hard It’s not difficult. All you have to do is to listen. Listen to what’s going on around you. Learn how the project you are working on fits into the big picture. Learn how you fit in. When you truly understand how the big picture works, you start being able to expect changes and change your behavior.
Tip two: Be kind to everyone. I can’t stress this enough, but it remains true. Kindness will payback invaluable rewards. Don’t you believe me I'm sure that at some point you’ll have the opportunity to work for someone who used to be your assistant, or hire someone who used to be your boss.
Tip three: Stay interested. Is there anything you can’t stop thinking about Keep doing it. Interest is the better part of success. You will be great at the things that you are willing to do.
Remember that you have time to figure out what you want to do. You have time to try again. Just have courage to do it so long as you're willing to work hard.
Questions:
14. Whom is the speech aimed at
15. Why does the speaker give the speech
16. Which of the following is NOT a tip the speaker share
Questions 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.
17．A．He has just been back from South America.
B．He has been burnt for a few hours.
C．He has been surfing the Internet for long.
D．He has been doing school work all night.
18．A．To look for something interesting for pleasure.
B．To meet new friends in the net chat-room.
C．To release pressure from heavy work.
D．To look for information for his project.
19．A．Quite a few sites are just old event calendars.
B．It’s a waste of time to surf the Internet.
C．A lot of information can be found.
D．A lot of friends can be made on the Internet.
20．A．People spend much time talking about other interests.
B．It takes long to find things because of many useless sites.
C．It is hard to start chatting with others in the chat-room.
D．It’s hardly the best source of information available.
【答案】17．C 18．D 19．C 20．B
【原文】W: Hi, Bryan. How are you doing You look tired.
M: Oh, I’m a little burned out. I’ve been surfing the Net for the last few hours.
W: Were you doing schoolwork, or was it just for pleasure.
M: Well, I wanted to get some information on South America for a project I have, but I found a really interesting chat site with people from there and started chatting.
W: Well, did you get the information you needed
M: Yes, but then we spent lots of time chatting about other interests.
W: I see. The Internet is a wonderful place. There is so much information available. Sometimes I find myself looking for one piece of information, but by the time I have finished, I have lot of more than I started off looking for.
M: I know. One thing I really don’t like about it, though, it takes so much longer to find things, because many sites are useless.
W: Yes, there is that, and also, I often find the same site over and over again in a search. That definitely wastes lots of my time.
M: And of course, there are sites that offer little to no relative information on the topic you are searching for. In my search today, I found quite a few sites that were nothing more than old event calendars.
W: Well, I’m sure they were useful to someone at some time, but they should be removed when they’re no longer of use to anyone.
M:I agree. With all the time I spend on it, I still find it to be the best source of information available. And speaking of information, I really should read though what I got on the Internet and start working on my subjects.
W: Okay. Good luck. It’s funny we had this chat, as I was just on my way home to surf the Net myself.
M: Well, it was nice talking to you, and maybe I’ll meet you in a chat room later tonight.
Questions:
17. Why does the man look tired
18. Why did the man surf the Internet
19. What’s the woman’s opinion about surfing the Internet
20. What does the man NOT like about the Internet
II. Grammar and Vocabulary (20分)
Section A
Directions: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.
Future living: what will the home of tomorrow look like
What will our homes be like in the future Growing cities, shrinking living spaces, and climate change are major challenges 21 (face) urban planners and architects. We’re sharing three trends with you 22 will shape the home we live in tomorrow.
Energy efficient and carbon neutral
One of the greatest challenges for homes of the future is our increasing energy consumption, something that cannot be covered by fossil fuels going forward. 23 the impact of climate change becoming notable, it’s perfectly understandable that the buildings of the future could function as environmentally friendly power plants. Solar collectors and heat storage systems allow 24 are known as ‘plus-energy buildings’ to produce 100 percent renewable energy for emission-free operation.
The trend to downsizing
Living more efficiently not only means improving energy use and reducing one’s own carbon footprint, but also building to save space. Rooms 25 (design) to be multifunctional when there’s not a dedicated room available for every potential purpose. Modular and flexible furnishing systems that can be adapted to the individual floor space and room zones will replace 26 (fix) structures, ensuring that there’s room for everything even in a small space.
Trends for living and working under one roof
Over the last few months, the office 27 (become) a feature in many people’s homes. For a number of years now, the home office has been evolving from a make-do desk into a comfortable long-term solution. This development means we need to ask 28 how we should construct our living spaces to allow us to concentrate and work productively.
29 you rent or own your own home in the future, what’s clear is that the home of tomorrow will be smarter, more flexible, and more sustainable. It will offer us space 30 (live), sleep and work both indoors and outdoors.
【答案】
21．facing 22．that/which 23．With 24．what 25．will be designed 26．fixed 27．has become 28．ourselves 29．Whether 30．to live
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要探讨了未来家居发展的三个主要趋势：能源高效和碳中和趋势、小型化趋势以及居住和工作一体化趋势。
21．考查非谓语动词。句意：城市发展、居住空间缩小和气候变化是城市规划者和建筑师面临的主要挑战。“(face) urban planners and architects”作后置定语，face(面临，面对)是非谓语动词，与其逻辑主语challenges之间是主动关系，用现在分词表主动。故填facing。
22．考查定语从句。句意：我们将与大家分享三个趋势，它们将塑造我们未来的家园。分析句子可知，空格处单词引导限制性定语从句，修饰先行词three trends，指物，关系词代替先行词在定语从句中作主语，应使用关系代词that或which引导该从句。故填that或which。
23．考查with复合结构。句意：随着气候变化的影响越来越明显，未来的建筑可以作为环保发电厂是完全可以理解的。“ the impact of climate change becoming notable”作原因状语，其中becoming是非谓语动词，该结构不是完整的句子，可用介词with构成with复合结构作状语，句首单词首字母大写。故填With。
24．考查宾语从句。句意：太阳能集热器和蓄热系统允许所谓的“附加能源建筑”产生100%的可再生能源，实现零排放运行。“ are known as ‘plus-energy buildings’”是宾语从句，从句缺少主语，表示“被称为的‘附加能源建筑’的事物”，用连接代词what引导该从句并在句中作主语。故填what。
25．考查时态和语态。句意：当没有一个专门的房间可以用于每个潜在的用途时，房间将被设计成多功能的。分析句子可知，design(设计)是主句中谓语动词，与主语Rooms之间是被动关系，根据语境可知，文中描述的是将来的情况，应使用一般将来时态。综上，谓语应用一般将来时的被动语态。故填will be designed。
26．考查形容词。句意：模块化和灵活的家具系统可以适应单独的楼层空间和房间区域，将取代固定的结构，确保即使在小空间中也有空间容纳所有东西。提示词作定语，用形容词fixed，意为“固定的”。故填fixed。
27．考查时态语态和主谓一致。句意：在过去的几个月里，办公室已经成为许多人家里的一个特色。分析句子可知，become(成为)是句中谓语动词，与主语the office之间是主动关系，结合时间状语Over the last few months可知，描述从几个月前持续到现在的动作，应使用现在完成时态，又因主语是单数名词，所以谓语动词也应使用单数形式。综上，谓语应用现在完成时的主动语态，单数形式。故填has become。
28．考查反身代词。句意：这种发展意味着我们需要问自己，我们应该如何构建我们的生活空间，使我们能够集中精力，高效地工作。根据句意，句中表示“我们需要问自己”，主语和宾语是同一对象，用反身代词ourselves作宾语。故填ourselves。
29．考查状语从句。句意：无论你将来是租房还是买房，有一点是明确的，那就是未来的家将会更智能、更灵活、更可持续。“ you rent or own your own home in the future”是让步状语从句，结合句中or可知，用连词whether...or...引导让步状语从句，意为“无论……还是……”；句首单词首字母大写。故填Whether。
30．考查非谓语动词。句意：它将为我们提供室内外生活、睡眠和工作的空间。“ live, sleep and work”作后置定语，描述了space的用途，即“这个空间是为了居住、睡眠和工作而提供的”，用不定式可以表达一个具体的、尚未发生的动作，符合句中对未来场景的描述。故填to live。
Section B
Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.
A．statistics B．generous C．impact D．threatening E. chance F. benefit G. highlight H. contribution I. further J. addition K. building
The Art of Fund-raising: Key Steps for Nonprofit Organizations to Attract Donations
Attracting donations is a chief concern for nonprofit organizations and projects. An effective, professional donation-request letter is a necessary tool for fund-raising. Researching possible donors and 31 a database of names and organizations is one key to success, but the ability to write a donation-request letter has an even greater 32 on successful fund-raising.
Research potential donors via the Internet.
Research small companies in 33 to large foundations. Sometimes a small local company will assist you in reaching your goal. A simple appeal to a public-spirited local firm may inspire a surprisingly 34 donation.
Find the appropriate contact person.
Address your letter to a real person who is in a position to entitle a donation. Beginning your letter with “To Whom It May Concern” or “Dear Country Market” stands little 35 of attracting the attention of the right staff member.
And then, structure the letter properly.
Begin your letter with a vivid and readable description of your organization's work, and 36 a recent success story. Continue with a few general 37 to impress the contact person with your organization's efficiency and effectiveness. Next, describe in full the current project or effort for which a donation is needed and who will 38 . Include all contact information including telephone, fax and email, and end by inviting the person to contact you if any 39 information is needed. Finally, hand on the letter to colleagues for proofreading and suggestions.
Keep careful records of donations and send thank-you letters.
Donors often are willing to contribute again if they are shown how their 40 was put to use. Follow-up letters can assist in this effort.
【答案】
31．K 32．C 33．J 34．B 35．E 36．G 37．A 38．F 39．I 40．H
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了非营利组织吸引捐款的关键步骤。
31．考查动词。句意：研究潜在的捐赠者并建立一个姓名和组织数据库是成功的关键之一，但撰写捐赠请求信的能力对成功筹款的影响更大。根据空格前“Researching potential donors(研究潜在捐赠者)”及空格后“a database of names and organizations(一个姓名和组织数据库)”可知，空格处应填一个动词表示建立数据库的动作，building“建立”为动名词，与前文的Researching并列作主语，符合句意。故选K项。
32．考查名词。句意：研究潜在的捐赠者并建立一个姓名和组织数据库是成功的关键之一，但撰写捐赠请求信的能力对成功筹款的影响更大。根据前文“but the ability to write a donation-request letter has an even greater(但撰写捐赠请求信的能力对成功筹款的……更大)”可知，空格处应填一个表示“影响”含义的名词，impact“影响”为名词，have an impact on...意为“对……有影响”，符合句意。故选C项。
33．考查介词短语。句意：研究小公司，除了大型基金会。in addition to为固定短语，含义为“除……之外（还有）”，为介词短语，符合句意。故选J项。
34．考查形容词。句意：向一位有公益心的当地公司简单呼吁，可能会激发一笔出人意料的慷慨捐款。根据前文“A simple appeal to a public-spirited local firm may inspire a surprisingly(向一位有公益心的当地公司简单呼吁，可能会激发……)”及空格后“donation(捐款)”可知，空格处应填一个表示“慷慨的”含义的形容词修饰donation，generous“慷慨的”为形容词，符合句意。故选B项。
35．考查名词。句意：以“致相关人士”或“亲爱的乡村市场”开头，不太可能吸引到合适的员工注意。根据前文“Beginning your letter with “To Whom It May Concern” or “Dear Country Market” stands little(以“致相关人士”或“亲爱的乡村市场”开头，不太可能……)”及空格后“of attracting the attention of the right staff member(吸引到合适的员工注意)”可知，空格处应填一个表示“机会”含义的名词，chance“机会”为名词，stand little chance of doing sth意为“做某事的机会不大”，符合句意。故选E项。
36．考查动词。句意：以生动可读的方式描述贵组织的工作开始你的信，并突出一个最近的成功的案例。根据前文“Begin your letter with a vivid and readable description of your organization's work(以生动可读的方式描述贵组织的工作开始你的信)”及空格后“a recent success story(一个最近的成功的案例)”可知，空格处应填一个表示“突出；强调”含义的动词，highlight“突出；强调”为动词，符合句意。故选G项。
37．考查名词。句意：接着是一些概括性的统计数据，以便让联系人对贵组织的效率和效能印象深刻。根据前文“a few general(一些概括性的……)”及空格后“to impress the contact person with your organization's efficiency and effectiveness(让联系人对贵组织的效率和效能印象深刻)”可知，空格处应填一个表示“统计数据”含义的名词作宾语，statistics“统计数据”为名词，符合句意。故选A项。
38．考查名词。句意：接下来，详细描述目前需要捐赠的项目或努力以及谁将从中受益。根据前文“describe in full the current project or effort for which a donation is needed(详细描述目前需要捐赠的项目)”可知，空格处应填一个表示“益处；好处”含义的名词，benefit“益处；好处”为名词，符合句意。故选F项。
39．考查形容词。句意：最后，附上所有联系信息，包括电话、传真和电子邮件，并在结尾处邀请对方如有任何进一步的信息需求，可以与你联系。根据前文“Include all contact information including telephone, fax and email, and end by inviting the person to contact you if any(附上所有联系信息，包括电话、传真和电子邮件，并在结尾处邀请对方如有任何……，可以与你联系)”及空格后“information is needed(信息需求)”可知，空格处应填一个表示“进一步的”含义的形容词修饰information，further“进一步的”为形容词，符合句意。故选I项。
40．考查名词。句意：如果向捐赠者展示他们的捐款如何被使用，他们往往愿意再次捐款。根据前文“Donors often are willing to contribute again if they are shown how their(如果向捐赠者展示他们的……，他们往往愿意再次捐款)”可知，空格处应填一个表示“贡献；捐款”含义的名词作宾语，contribution“贡献；捐款”为名词，符合句意。故选H项。
III. Reading Comprehension (45分)
Section A
Directions: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A. B.C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context
People who live in cities are starting to get a lot more information to help plan their daily lives. Smarter City systems are telling residents about traffic jams, the time the next bus will arrive, the 41 for flooding, and other useful updates.
This is happening because cities are 42 the streams of information from sensors to manage urban systems better. The number of 43 like these sensors will reach 50 billion by 2020. Cities are 44 systems of systems that have always generated vast amounts of information. Information flowing in from many small subsystems, such as local flood catch-basins, is integrated with other 45 to provide guidance on the overall operation of a city. This integrated data, from such systems of systems, is then given to city administrators in useful formats that can change 46 for the better.
47 , in many cities, the coming population growth will challenge even the most skilled city managers, and the old infrastructure of many such cities is not equipped with the ability to gather the data needed to 48 city operations. Despite the seeming 49 of data gathering infrastructure, another option exists considering the shift from desktop computing to mobile devices and tablets.
Mobile technology has 50 dramatically in the past decade to the point where a lightweight smartphone may gather all kinds of data, such as its location, local temperature and background noise levels. Furthermore, in the near future, additional 51 are easily imagined, where sensors will be able to detect chemical pollution, local lighting conditions, vibration levels, and more.
This will enable a new era where citizens are able to participate in city management, where the very data required to improve city operations is in part 52 provided by its citizens via smartphone apps.
It also raises complex 53 issues that must be dealt with as we face this new era, but similarly provides opportunities for the citizens to play an active role in the improvement of their 54 , not only in the reporting of critical environmental and transportation data, but in taking an active role in solving the problems they have encountered.
It will be a(n) 55 and informed effort, with information technology enabling social transformation, to address the growing challenges facing our cities in the coming decades.
41．A．reason B．potential C．hope D．occasion
42．A．upgrading B．enlarging C．altering D．employing
43．A．systems B．applications C．devices D．guides
44．A．identical B．complex C．reduced D．recycling
45．A．sources B．users C．overseers D．means
46．A．city living B．urban planning C．traffic flow D．basic facilities
47．A．Therefore B．Besides C．However D．Thus
48．A．guide B．apply C．advise D．order
49．A．specialty B．need C．decrease D．lack
50．A．decreased B．reformed C．advanced D．increased
51．A．talents B．capabilities C．qualities D．performances
52．A．accidentally B．surprisingly C．willingly D．determinedly
53．A．confidential B．efficiency C．biological D．social
54．A．community B．performance C．unity D．recreation
55．A．cost-effective B．unconscious C．demanding D．cooperative
【答案】
41．B 42．D 43．C 44．B 45．A 46．A 47．C 48．A 49．D 50．C 51．B 52．C 53．D 54．A 55．D
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍的是智能城市如何通过整合传感器数据改善居民生活，涵盖交通、防洪等多方面服务，并探讨了市民参与城市数据收集的潜力与挑战。
41．考查名词词义辨析。句意：“智慧城市”系统会告诉居民交通拥堵情况、下一辆公交车到达的时间、洪水的可能性以及其他有用的更新。A. reason原因；B. potential可能性；C. hope希望；D. occasion场合。根据第一句“People who live in cities are starting to get a lot more information to help plan their daily lives.”和空格前的“Smarter City systems are telling residents about traffic jams, the time the next bus will arrive”可知，“智慧城市”系统给居民提供一些预告信息，帮助规划他们的日常生活。所以，此处应该指的是发生洪水的可能性。故选B项。
42．考查动词词义辨析。句意：这是因为城市正在利用来自传感器的信息流来更好地管理城市系统。A. upgrading升级；B. enlarging扩大；C. altering改变；D. employing利用。根据下文的“the streams of information from sensors to manage urban systems better”可知，此处指的是利用来自传感器的信息流来管理城市系统。故选D项。
43．考查名词词义辨析。句意：到2020年，像这样的传感器的数量将达到500亿。A. systems系统；B. applications应用；C. devices设备；D. guides指南。根据下文的“these sensors”可知，此处指的是设备的数量。故选C项。
44．考查形容词/名词词义辨析。句意：城市是系统中的复杂系统，总是产生大量的信息。A. identical完全相同的；B. complex复杂的；C. reduced减少的；D. recycling回收。根据常识和下文的“that have always generated vast amounts of information”和“Information flowing in from many small subsystems”可知，城市系统是复杂的。故选B项。
45．考查名词词义辨析。句意：从许多小子系统（如当地的洪水流域）流入的信息与其他来源相结合，为城市的整体运行提供指导。A. sources来源；B. users用户；C. overseers监督人；D. means方法；手段。根据上文的“Information flowing in from many small subsystems, such as local flood catch-basins”和空格前的other可知，此处指的是其它信息来源。故选A项。
46．考查名词短语辨析。句意：这些来自这些系统中的系统的综合数据，然后以有用的形式提供给城市管理者，从而使城市生活变得更好。A. city living城市生活；B. urban planning城市规划；C. traffic flow交通流量；D. basic facilities基本设施。根据空格前的“city administrator”和“in useful formats”，城市管理者以有用的形式利用这些数据肯定会让城市生活变的更好。故选A项。
47．考查副词词义辨析。句意：然而，在许多城市，即将到来的人口增长将挑战即使是最熟练的城市管理者，而许多这类城市的旧基础设施不具备收集指导城市运营所需数据的能力。A. Therefore因此；B. Besides而且；另外；C. However但是；然而；D. Thus因此。下文的内容与上一段的最后一句是转折关系，所以用however。故选C项。
48．考查动词词义辨析。句意：然而，在许多城市，即将到来的人口增长将挑战即使是最熟练的城市管理者，而许多这类城市的旧基础设施不具备收集指导城市运营所需数据的能力。A. guide指导；B. apply申请；C. advise建议；D. order命令。根据上一段的“Information flowing in from many small subsystems, such as local flood catch-basins, is integrated with other　　　to provide guidance on the overall operation of a city.”可知，收集的信息是为城市的运行提供指导的。故选A项。
49．考查名词词义辨析。句意：尽管似乎缺乏数据收集基础设施，考虑到从桌面计算机到移动设备和平板电脑的转变，另一个选择是存在的。A. specialty特产；B. need需要；C. decrease减少；D. lack缺乏。根据上文的“the old infrastructure of many such cities is not equipped with the ability to gather the data”可知，很多城市缺乏数据收集基础设施。故选D项。
50．考查动词词义辨析。句意：移动技术在过去十年里取得了巨大的进步，一个轻量级的智能手机可以收集各种数据，比如位置、当地温度和背景噪音水平。A. decreased减少；B. reformed改革；C. advanced发展；进步；D. increased增加。根据下文的“where a lightweight smartphone may gather all kinds of data, such as its location, local temperature and background noise levels.”可知，一个轻量级的智能手机能有这些功能肯定是因为技术的进步。故选C项。
51．考查名词词义辨析。句意：此外，在不久的将来，很容易想象更多的功能，传感器将能够检测化学污染、局部照明条件、振动水平等。A. talents人才；B. capabilities功能；C. qualities品质；D. performances表演。根据上文的“a lightweight smartphone may gather all kinds of data, such as its location, local temperature and background noise levels”和下文的“sensors will be able to detect chemical pollution, local lighting conditions, vibration levels, and more”可知，此处说的是将来智能手机的功能。故选B项。
52．考查副词词义辨析。句意：这将开启一个市民能够参与城市管理的新时代，在这个时代，改善城市运行所需的数据部分是由市民通过智能手机应用程序自愿提供的。A. accidentally意外地；B. surprisingly惊人地，出人意料地；C. willingly自愿地；D. determinedly决然地。根据下文的“by its citizens via smartphone apps”可知，市民通过手机提供的数据肯定是市民自愿提供的。故选C项。
53．考查形容词/名词词义辨析。句意：在我们面对这个新时代时，它也提出了必须处理的复杂社会问题，但同样为公民提供了在改善他们的社区中发挥积极作用的机会，不仅在报告关键的环境和交通数据，而且在解决他们遇到的问题中发挥积极作用。A. confidential机密的；B. efficiency效率；C. biological生物的；D. social社会的。根据下文的“not only in the reporting of critical environmental and transportation data, but in taking an active role in solving the problems they have encountered”可知，此处说的是社会问题。故选D项。
54．考查名词词义辨析。句意：在我们面对这个新时代时，它也提出了必须处理的复杂社会问题，但同样为公民提供了在改善他们的社区中发挥积极作用的机会，不仅在报告关键的环境和交通数据，而且在解决他们遇到的问题中发挥积极作用。A. community社区；B. performance表现；C. unity统一；D. recreation娱乐。根据上一段的“This will enable a new era where citizens are able to participate in city management”可知，此处指的是让市民参与城市管理，在改善他们的社区中发挥作用。故选A项。
55．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：这将是一个合作和知情的努力，通过信息技术促进社会转型，以应对我们的城市在未来几十年面临的日益增长的挑战。A. cost-effective划算的；成本效益好的；B. unconscious昏迷的，不省人事的；C. demanding要求高的；苛刻的D. cooperative合作的。根据上文“This will enable a new era where citizens are able to participate in city management, where the very data required to improve city operations is in part 　12　 provided by its citizens via smartphone apps.”可知，让市民参与城市管理并通过手机提供数据，这肯定是需要多方协作的。故选D项。
Section B
Directions: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.
A
If Timothy White were Captain America, perhaps simply one fling (挥动) of the superhero’s trademark shield could have saved the day. But this was real life. And though White has dressed up as Captain America for conventions, parades and the local Anti-Bullying Superhero Day, when he spotted trouble on this September afternoon he wasn’t wearing his costume and couldn’t rely on any superpowers.
White, 38, was driving home when he noticed a gray Nissan four-door pickup (皮卡货车). It was hard to miss,since it made a turn and headed for the curb (马路牙子) before course-correcting, only to head for the curb again.
As the pickup drew closer, White got a good look at the problem: The driver appeared to be asleep. Pretty soon, this guy’s going to crash into a house and kill himself or somebody else, White thought. While many people would have kept on driving, that’s not how White operates. He had to stop that vehicle.
White pulled his car over and jumped out. The truck was going 10 to 15 mph, White estimates. He darted into the road, running around to the driver’s side. The window was down on this temperate autumn day. White grabbed the frame of the window — his legs moving in step with the pickup — and leaped in.
The man behind the wheel, 64-year-old Todd DeAngelis, was just conscious enough to be startled by the peculiar sight of a stranger lying across his stomach, and he let out a yelp.
White worked quickly. He took hold of the gear shift and forced the pickup into park, bringing it to a sudden stop. He jumped out of the truck window the same way he came in.
From outside the truck, White asked DeAngelis if he was OK. “No,” he replied, in a haze. DeAngelis, a diabetic, was unexpectedly facing dangerously low blood sugar.
An ambulance soon arrived and took DeAngelis to a hospital, where it was determined that had his blood sugar gone much lower, he could have gone into a diabetic coma. “He kept me from a much worse accident than it could have been,” DeAngelis said after his recovery.
White’s actions that day were not out of character. As a teenager, he once kicked in the door of a house that was on fire to see if anyone was trapped inside. Fortunately, the house was empty.
“I’m always trying to help, where I can, when I can,” he says. But jumping into a moving vehicle to prevent a crash White admits this was new territory. “It took me a couple of days,” he says, “and a couple of beers, to chill out.”
56．Why does the author mention Captain America at the opening paragraph
A．To emphasize the impact of comic book conventions on people’s daily life.
B．To explain why White was unable to save people with superpowers that day.
C．To emphasize that real heroism comes from character not superpowers, by contrast.
D．To suggest that White wished he had superpowers by dressing up like Captain America.
57．Which of the following statement is TRUE
A．Timothy White managed to save the driver by breaking the window, using his strength to push the truck off the road and pulling the driver out.
B．Timothy White noticed the truck’s abnormal movements because the driver was asleep at the wheel, which prompted his immediate intervention.
C．Wimothy White jumped into the moving truck through the open window and shifted it into park, saving the driver who was suffering from low blood sugar.
D．After forcing the truck to stop, White immediately administered first at d to the driver outside the truck before the ambulance arrived.
58．What does the underlined phrase “in a haze” most likely mean
A．In anger. B．In a hurry.
C．In concentration. D．In dizziness.
59．What can be inferred about Timothy What e from the passage
A．He often dreams and pretends to be a superhero to gain attention.
B．He had a natural tendency to help others in dangerous situations.
C．It wasn’t the first time he had jumped through a car window to save people.
D．He relied on alcohol to cope with stress, tension and fear regularly.
【答案】56．C 57．C 58．D 59．B
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了Timothy White在现实生活中英勇救人的故事，突出了他乐于助人的品质。
56．推理判断题。根据文章第1段“But this was real life. And though White has dressed up as Captain America for conventions, parades and the local Anti-Bullying Superhero Day, when he spotted trouble on this September afternoon he wasn’t wearing his costume and couldn’t rely on any superpowers.(但这却是真实的生活。尽管怀特曾在各种活动、游行以及当地的“反欺凌超级英雄日”上身着美国队长的服装，但在这个九月的下午，当他发现有麻烦时，他并未穿着那套服装，也无法依靠任何超能力。)”可知，作者通过讲述他并未穿着制服，也无法依靠超能力，对比虚构的超能力和现实中的英勇行为，来强调真正的英雄主义源于品格而非超能力。故选C。
57．细节理解题。根据文章第4段的“White grabbed the frame of the window — his legs moving in step with the pickup — and leaped in.(怀特伸手抓住窗户的框架——他的双腿与皮卡车的行驶节奏保持同步——然后纵身跳了进去。)”和第七段的“DeAngelis, a diabetic, was unexpectedly facing dangerously low blood sugar.( 迪安吉利斯患有糖尿病，当时正意外面临低血糖危险)”可知，威米托·怀特从开着的车窗跳进了行驶中的卡车里，然后将卡车停到了指定位置，从而救下了那位因低血糖而身体不适的司机。故选C。
58．词句猜测题。根据上文“From outside the truck, White asked DeAngelis if he was OK. “No,” he replied (从卡车外面，怀特问德安吉利斯是否还好。“不好，”他回答道。)”和下文“DeAngelis, a diabetic, was unexpectedly facing dangerously low blood sugar.( 迪安吉利斯患有糖尿病，当时正意外面临低血糖危险)”可推知，该短语描述其因低血糖而意识模糊的状态。故选D。
59．推理判断题。根据文章倒数第2段“White’s actions that day were not out of character. As a teenager, he once kicked in the door of a house that was on fire to see if anyone was trapped inside.(那天怀特先生的行为并不出乎人们的意料。在青少年时期，他曾踹开了一间着火房屋的门，想看看里面是否有人被困。)”及最后一段““I’m always trying to help, where I can, when I can,” he says.(他说：“只要有可能，只要我能做到，我就会尽力帮忙。”)”可知，怀特先生时刻准备好帮助他人，天生乐于帮助处于危险中的人。故选B项
B
A high-end train journey enables you to experience destinations at a unique pace and in total comfort while enjoying first-class service. These are some of the most exciting rail routes to choose from.
GoldenPass Express, Switzerland
GoldenPass Express takes passengers from Montreux to Interlaken. It’s a three- hour ride with four departures a day. The heated leather seats can recline (后倾) and rotate (旋转) 180 degrees. They’ re also raised 15 inches higher to boost the views over vineyards, green valleys and blue- ice glaciers. A one- way ticket costs 115.
La Dolce Vita, Italy
La Dolce Vita train service transports passengers to Italy of the 1960s. There are altogether 30 rooms— plus a bar car where passengers can watch appealing field s fly by as a pianist plays. A variety of impressive off- board experiences are available, from touring vineyards at Montalcino to riding horses in Abruzzo. A one- way ticket starts at 2,140.
Spacia X, Japan
This train provides a stylish way of making the two- hour journey between Tokyo’s Asakusa station and the city of Nikko. Spacia X also includes comfortable sofas and seats. Passengers can appreciate the scenery as they shoot past mountains, waterfalls and temples. Tickets can be bought online or from any station on the Tobu line. A one- way ticket starts from 7.50.
The Vietage, Vietnam
The Vietage runs between Da Nang and Quy Nhon in supreme comfort. Travelers can take in the beauty of the Vietnamese countryside over a thirty- course lunch with free drinks. The ticket price also includes a head-and-shoulder massage (按摩). A one- way ticket is 330.
60．Which of the following makes La Dolce Vita stand out
A．Comfortable seats. B．Various off-board experiences.
C．Online ticket booking. D．A head-and-shoulder massage.
61．Which of the rail routes provides a hearty lunch
A．Spacia X, Japan. B．La Dolce Vita, Italy.
C．The Vietage, Vietnam. D．GoldenPass Express, Switzerland.
62．What do the four rail routes have in common
A．The travel time. B．The ticket price. C．The superior service. D．The adjustable seats.
【答案】60．B 61．C 62．C
【导语】本文是应用文。文章是关于高端列车旅行的推荐介绍。文中详细描述了几条在全球不同地区的特色铁路旅程，包括它们的起讫点、特色服务、票价以及旅行中的独特体验，旨在向读者推介奢华舒适的火车旅行选择。
60．细节理解题。由La Dolce Vita, Italy部分的“A variety of impressive off- board experiences are available, from touring vineyards at Montalcino to riding horses in Abruzzo. (从蒙塔奇诺的葡萄园之旅到阿布鲁佐的骑马，这里有各种令人印象深刻的下车体验。)”可知，La Dolce Vita的特色在于其丰富的下车体验活动。故选B。
61．细节理解题。由The Vietage, Vietnam部分中的“Travelers can take in the beauty of the Vietnamese countryside over a thirty- course lunch with free drinks. (在这里，游客可以饱览越南乡村的美景，享用30道菜的午餐和免费饮料。)”可知，The Vietage, Vietnam路线提供丰盛的午餐。故选C。
62．推理判断题。根据文章第一段“A high-end train journey enables you to experience destinations at a unique pace and in total comfort while enjoying first-class service. These are some of the most exciting rail routes to choose from.(一趟高端的火车之旅，让你以独特的节奏和完全舒适的体验目的地，同时享受一流的服务。这些是一些最令人兴奋的铁路路线可供选择。)”因此，它们都体现了卓越的服务。故选C。
C
A quiet space is often considered essential for achieving the concentration that leads to academic success. But research shows that some students may benefit from breaking the silence with certain kinds of music while they study. Music has a powerful influence on both the body and the brain, in ways that can help students navigate the physical and emotional barriers that come with academic challenges.
One US study compared students who took a test to soft music with those who took the test under silent conditions. The study found that students taking a test to music not only completed more questions within a set time but also answered more questions correctly. Music has been further linked to improvements in memory and recall. Experts have found that when music stimulates mood and motivation, students are able to learn more and to better demonstrate their knowledge.
A bit of mood music affects more than just memory and recall when students hit the books. Music can also relieve stress associated with school. Scientists have learned that music engages the autonomic nervous system, which not only controls the unconscious functions of the body but also influences emotions. So it’s no surprise that researchers from the Group Health Research Institute concluded that certain kinds of background music can be just as effective at reducing stress as a massage. Furthermore, while the brain feels better with music, the body may as well. Research shows that certain types of music can make physical pain feel less intense. What’s more, calming music with a steady, meditative rhythm can help people sleep longer and more deeply.
However, some educators express concern that listening to music while trying to concentrate may do more harm than good. Loud music may have a negative influence on a student’s mood or act as a distraction. Actually, the best approach may depend on the students themselves. Listening to music during study time may not mean a guaranteed A for all students, but those who find it helpful should be allowed to plug in their headphones.
63．What does the underlined word “navigate” in the first paragraph probably mean
A．Recognize. B．Overcome.
C．Assess. D．Create.
64．What can we learn from this passage
A．Music helps students get rid of physical pain.
B．Loud music has the same calming effect as a massage.
C．Listening to music makes it easier for students to multitask.
D．Music helps students better remember relevant information.
65．The author writes Paragraph 3 mainly to ______.
A．present the effects of music on mind and body
B．compare the functions of different types of music
C．confirm the impacts of music on memory and recall
D．give examples of the influences of music on emotions
66．Which of the following would be the best title for this passage
A．The Power of Silence B．Music to a Patient
C．The Score to Better Scores D．Road to Academic Success
【答案】63．B 64．D 65．A 66．C
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍研究表明某些音乐对学生学习有益，能帮助克服障碍、提升成绩等，也提及相关争议。
63．词句猜测题。根据第一段中的“Music has a powerful influence on both the body and the brain, in ways that can help students navigate the physical and emotional barriers that come with academic challenges. (音乐对身体和大脑都有强大的影响，它可以帮助学生……学术挑战带来的身体和情感障碍。)”可知，音乐可以帮助学生克服障碍，由此可知，“navigate”在这里表示“克服”的意思，与“Overcome”含义相近。故选B项。
64．细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Music has been further linked to improvements in memory and recall. Experts have found that when music stimulates mood and motivation, students are able to learn more and to better demonstrate their knowledge. (音乐还与记忆力和回忆力的提高有关。专家发现，当音乐激发情绪和动力时，学生能够学到更多东西，并更好地展示自己的知识。)”可知，音乐有助于学生更好地记住相关信息。故选D项。
65．推理判断题。根据第三段“A bit of mood music affects more than just memory and recall when students hit the books. Music can also relieve stress associated with school. (当学习时，一点情绪音乐不仅是影响记忆和回忆。音乐还可以缓解与学校有关的压力。)”以及“Research shows that certain types of music can make physical pain feel less intense. What’s more, calming music with a steady, meditative rhythm can help people sleep longer and more deeply. (研究表明，某些类型的音乐可以减轻身体疼痛的强度。此外，具有稳定、冥想式节奏的舒缓音乐能够帮助人们睡得更久、更沉。)”可知，第三段主要是为了列举音乐对身心的影响。故选A项。
66．主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是第一段中的“Music has a powerful influence on both the body and the brain, in ways that can help students navigate the physical and emotional barriers that come with academic challenges. (音乐对身体和大脑都有强大的影响，可以帮助学生克服学业挑战带来的身体和情感障碍。)”可知，文章主要讲述了音乐对学生学习的积极影响，如提升记忆力、缓解压力等，有助于学生取得更好的成绩。“The Score to Better Scores”既体现了音乐（score也有乐谱之意），又与成绩（score）相关，能很好地概括全文主旨，所以适合作为本文的最佳标题。故选C项。
Section C
Directions: Read the passage carefully. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need.
Medecins Sans Frontieres
Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF), which means “Doctors Without Borders”, established in 1971, is now one of the largest international, independent, medical humanitarian organizations that delivers emergency aid and medical relief to people affected by armed conflicts, epidemics, pandemics, natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods and excluded from healthcare. 67 In 1999, it won the Nobel Peace Prize.
Each year, about 3,000 people are sent abroad to work in more than 60 different countries worldwide. 68 In most projects, there are about seven local members to every foreigner. Volunteers are paid about $1,400 each month and receive travel expenses. They usually work on a project for six months to a year. Many volunteers go on more than one mission.
One volunteer reports, “Working in politically sensitive areas with limited resources can be frustrating, but there is huge satisfaction in making even a small or temporary difference to people. What better recommendation than to say, ‘I’m about to leave on a third mission!’”
69 You have to be able to deal with stress, and you need to be able to work independently as well as in a team. You are required to have medical qualifications. Besides medical expertise, MSF needs the skills of technical staff such as building engineers and food experts.
The reaction of volunteers returning from MSF speaks for itself. “One of my biggest challenges was organizing a team to open a new hospital in a town that had had no medical care for three years,” one volunteer said. This volunteer said the project was a success because of the reduction of deaths and the fact that the local people were so thankful. Another volunteer says, “The rewards can be enormous. 70 ”
A．In some countries, there are even more volunteer professionals than locally hired staff.
B．With MSF, volunteers have had the chance to travel and test their skills to the limits both professionally and personally.
C．MSF relies on volunteer professionals but also works closely with about 25,000 locally hired staff.
D．What do volunteers have in common both professionally and personally
E．What qualities and skills do you need to become a volunteer
F．It offers assistance to people based on need and irrespective of race, religion, gender or political affiliation.
【答案】67．F 68．C 69．E 70．B
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了无国界医生组织（MSF）成立于1971年，意思是“无国界医生”。它现在是世界上最大的提供紧急医疗救援的组织之一。1999年，它获得了诺贝尔和平奖。它的目的是帮助那些在战争或自然灾害中遭受重创的人。
67．根据前文“Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF), which means “Doctors Without Borders”, established in 1971, is now one of the largest international, independent, medical humanitarian organizations that delivers emergency aid and medical relief to people affected by armed conflicts, epidemics, pandemics, natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods and excluded from healthcare.(MSF (Medecins Sans Frontieres, MSF的意思是“无国界医生”)成立于1971年，现在是最大的国际独立医疗人道主义组织之一，向受武装冲突、流行病、流行病、地震或洪水等自然灾害影响而无法获得医疗保健的人提供紧急援助和医疗救济)”可知，此处是在介绍什么是无国界医生，所以F项“It offers assistance to people based on need and irrespective of race, religion, gender or political affiliation.(它根据需要，不分种族、宗教、性别或政治派别，向人们提供援助)”符合文意。故选F项。
68．根据前文“Each year, about 3,000 people are sent abroad to work in more than 60 different countries worldwide.(每年约有3000人被派往全球60多个不同的国家工作)”以及后文“In most projects, there are about seven local members to every foreigner.(在大多数项目中，当地成员与外国人的比例约为7比1)”可知，此处是在讲述，无国界医生的人员配置，所以C项“MSF relies on volunteer professionals but also works closely with about 25,000 locally hired staff.(无国界医生依靠专业志愿者，但也与约2.5万名当地雇员密切合作)”符合本段主题。故选C项。
69．分析设空，空处位于段首，是本段的中心句，根据后文“You have to be able to deal with stress, and you need to be able to work independently as well as in a team. You are required to have medical qualifications. Besides medical expertise, MSF needs the skills of technical staff such as building engineers and food experts.(你必须能够应对压力，你需要能够独立工作，也能在团队中工作。你必须有行医资格。除了医疗专业知识，无国界医生还需要技术人员的技能，如建筑工程师和食品专家)”可知，本段主要讲述了成为无国界医生的要求，所以E项“What qualities and skills do you need to become a volunteer (成为一名志愿者需要具备哪些素质和技能？)”符合本段主题。故选E项。
70．根据前文“The rewards can be enormous.(回报可能是巨大的)”可知，后文应是具体的回报内容，所以B项“MSF relies on volunteer professionals but also works closely with about 25,000 locally hired staff.(在无国界医生的帮助下，志愿者们有机会旅行，并测试他们的专业和个人技能极限)”符合文意。故选B项。
IV. Summary Writing （10分）
71. Directions: Read the following passage. Summarize the main idea and the main point(s) of the passage in NO MORE THAN 60 WORDS. Use your own words as far as possible.
Like many students, Ryan believes that the time and money spent on his education will pay off: he will eventually be able to get a good job and do well in the field he has chosen. And yet, in spite of all of the years spent in school preparing to enter the workplace, many recent graduates say that they struggle with the shift from classroom to career world and have difficulty adjusting to life on the job.
Writer and editor Joseph Lewis believes that most of our school experiences are fairly predictable, while life in the working world is far more uncertain. In school, for example, the pattern stays more or less the same from year to year. In the workplace, however, constant change is the norm, and one has to adapt quickly.
Another problem is that in school, many students spend a lot of time memorizing facts and repeating what they “learned” on tests. But in the workplace employees “are often expected to think critically and make decisions about their work, not just follow a supervisor’s instructions.” Less time needs to be spent in school on testing, says one recent report, and more on helping students to analyze and interpret information, solve problems, and communicate their ideas effectively—skills that will prepare them to succeed in today’s workplace.
Finally, in the workplace, employees must regularly interact with others and are often dependent on their co-workers for their success. In other words, if an employee has to work with others to complete a given project, that employee’s success not only depends on his hard work and expertise, but also on how well his colleagues perform. Knowing how to participate in teamwork--and deal with problems when they arise is extremely important, and yet, it is also something many students didn’t get quite exposed to in a school setting.
How can we better prepare young adults for the work place Recent graduates, looking back on their educational experience, have some advice. Despite classroom instruction, many think that all students should be required to do an internship (实习) while they are in school. Volunteering part time at a company, hospital, or government organization, for example, can help one gain experience and learn skills needed to succeed in the real world. Doing these will help prepare students for the realities of the workplace and make the transition from school to career world less stressful.
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【答案】Many graduates find it tough to adapt to the transition from school to workplace. Firstly, because they aren’t familiar with career uncertainty. Secondly, because they lack integrated skills essential for future success and thirdly, because they don’t know how to cooperate with others. Therefore, doing social practices like internships and volunteering can prepare students for their successful transition to work. (60 words)
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍说，许多毕业生发现很难适应从学校到职场的过渡。首先，因为他们不熟悉职业的不确定性。第二，因为他们缺乏未来成功所必需的综合技能，第三，因为他们不知道如何与他人合作。因此，像实习和志愿者这样的社会实践可以为学生成功过渡到工作做好准备。
【详解】1 要点摘录
①And yet, in spite of all of the years spent in school preparing to enter the workplace, many recent graduates say that they struggle with the shift from classroom to career world and have difficulty adjusting to life on the job.
②Writer and editor Joseph Lewis believes that most of our school experiences are fairly predictable, while life in the working world is far more uncertain.
③Less time needs to be spent in school on testing, says one recent report, and more on helping students to analyze and interpret information, solve problems, and communicate their ideas effectively—skills that will prepare them to succeed in today’s workplace. Finally, in the workplace, employees must regularly interact with others and are often dependent on their co-workers for their success.
④Despite classroom instruction, many think that all students should be required to do an internship (实习) while they are in school.
2.缜密构思 将第1个要点进行总说，将第2、3、4三个要点进行分说。
3.遣词造句
A number of graduates find it difficult to fit in the transition from school to workplace.
To begin with, because they are unfamiliar with career uncertainty.
Secondly, because they are short of comprehensive skills essential for future success and thirdly, because they don’t know how to be cooperative with others.
Therefore, doing practical work like internships and volunteering can make students prepared for their successful transition to work.
【点睛】[高分句型1] Secondly, because they lack integrated skills essential for future success and thirdly, because they don’t know how to cooperate with others.运用because引导原因状语从句对原文第三段和第四段进行了概括。
[高分句型2] Therefore, doing social practices like internships and volunteering can prepare students for their successful transition to work.用动名词作主语对最后一段进行了概括，表达非常高级。
V. Translation （15分）
Directions: Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.
72．教师致力于培养孩子的创新能力, 这是教书育人的重要使命之一。(which)
【答案】Teachers are devoted/committed to cultivating children’s innovative ability, which is one of the important missions/tasks of teaching and educating people.
【详解】考查时态和定语从句。本句在陈述事实，为一般现在时，致力于做某事为“be devoted/committed to doing sth.”。培养孩子的创新能力为“cultivate children’s innovative ability”,“这”指代的前文的整个句子，用which引导非限制性定语从句，定语从句为主系表结构，是教书育人的重要使命之一为“ is one of the important missions/tasks of teaching and educating people.”。故翻译为：Teachers are devoted/committed to cultivating children’s innovative ability, which is one of the important missions/tasks of teaching and educating people.
73．研究人员想弄清楚经常与动物接触是否能帮助人们有效减轻压力。(exposure)
【答案】Researchers want to figure out whether/if constant exposure to animals can help people effectively reduce their stress.
【详解】考查名词、固定短语、宾语从句、动词时态。表示“研究人员”用researcher，结合句意可知，研究人员不止一个，应用名词复数形式，作主语；表示“想弄清楚”用want to figure out，本句陈述事实，故时态用一般现在时，且主语为Researchers，故谓语用动词原形；表示“暴露于，接触”用exposure to，其中to为介词；表示“减少压力”用reduce their stress，因此表示“经常与动物接触是否能帮助人们有效减轻压力”用从句whether/if constant exposure to animals can help people effectively reduce their stress，作figure out的宾语，其中从句主语为constant exposure to animals“持续接触动物”。故翻译为：Researchers want to figure out whether/if constant exposure to animals can help people effectively reduce their stress.
74．医疗人员敦促游客们时刻戴好口罩。(urge)
【答案】Medical workers/staff urged tourists to wear masks properly all the time.
【详解】考查名词短语、动词短语和时态。主语“医疗人员”可译为名词短语medical workers或medical staff，“敦促某人做某事”可用动词短语urge sb. to do sth.，句子可理解为描述过去发生的事情，时态应用一般过去时，谓语动词urge用过去式，“游客们”可译为名词tourists，“戴好口罩”可译为动词短语wear masks properly，“时刻”可译为固定短语all the time。故译为：Medical workers/staff urged tourists to wear masks properly all the time.
75．第十九届杭州亚运会取得了圆满成功，杭州独特的城市文化以及市民们的热情付出给运动员们留下了深刻的印象。(impress)
【答案】The 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou was a complete success, and the athletes were deeply impressed by the unique urban culture of Hangzhou and the enthusiasm of the citizens.
【详解】考查动词和名词。根据汉语提示，句子表述过去事实，故使用一般过去时。表示“第十九届杭州亚运会取得了圆满成功”用the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou was a complete success，句子结构为主系表的结构；表示“对……印象深刻”用be impressed by；表示“运动员”用athlete；表示“杭州独特的城市文化以及市民们的热情付出”用 by the unique urban culture of Hangzhou and the enthusiasm of the citizens。故翻译为The 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou was a complete success, and the athletes were deeply impressed by the unique urban culture of Hangzhou and the enthusiasm of the citizens.
VI. Guided Writing （25分）
76. Direction: Write an English composition in 120-150 words according to the instructions given below in Chinese.
假设你是明启中学学生李华，最近你的班主任布置了一项作业，要求你们写一封信给在学习上感到迷茫的高一学弟学妹们，分享你关于“如何学习(How to Learn)”的经验和建议。内容必须包括：
1) 用一个例子简短说明你曾经如何找到适合自己的学习方法；
2) 给出你的建议。
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【答案】When I was in Grade 10, I experienced a failure in my academic progress, feeling lost just like you are now. For me, the turning point came when I started using mind maps to organize historical events and their connections. This visual approach not only made studying more enjoyable but also significantly improved my learning efficiency. I benefited much from it, thus getting more confident than ever.
Based on my experience, I suggest that you explore different study methods until you find what works best for you. Don’t follow trends blindly—what suits others may not suit you. Also, manage your time wisely, stay curious, and don’t hesitate to ask for help when faced with challenges. With the right approach, I’m confident you’ll find the learning methods that suit you best and keep up with others in your studies.
Wishing you all the best.
LiHua
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生以李华的身份关于如何学习写一封建议信，用自己的亲身经历鼓励学习上感到迷茫的高一学弟学妹们。
【详解】1.词汇积累
感到迷茫：feel lost→feel at a loss
愉快的：enjoyable → delighted
明显地：significantly→obviously
跟上：keep up with→ catch up with
2.句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句：With the right approach, I’m confident you’ll find the learning methods that suit you most and keep up with others in your studies.
拓展句：If you find the right approach, I’m confident you’ll find the learning methods that suit you most and keep up with others in your studies.
【点睛】【高分句型1】When I was in Grade 10, I experienced a failure in my academic progress, feeling lost just like you are now.（运用了分词作状语）
【高分句型2】what suits others may not suit you.（运用了what引导的名词性从句）
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2．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B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。
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4．难度系数：0.65。
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I. Listening Comprehension （25分）
Section A
Directions: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.
1．
A．She hopes he can stop reading. B．She will turn it off at once.
C．She is reluctant to turn it down. D．She thinks reading is not important.
2．
A．Playing tennis. B．Writing a term paper.
C．Holding a meeting. D．Gathering materials.
3．
A．She should do more careful work.
B．George does not care about her.
C．She is not concerned about George's remarks.
D．George shouldn't have said much about her.
4．
A．The man wants to go to Vancouver. B．The woman wants to go to Toronto.
C．There are no flights to Toronto. D．There are two direct flights to Toronto.
5．
A．He hasn’t had a chance to meet Kathy yet.
B．He didn't know that Kathy was being moved.
C．Kathy had already told him the news.
D．His new office will be located in New York.
6．
A．At an art gallery. B．In a work shop.
C．At a gas station. D．In a department store.
7．
A．At a restaurant. B．At a bank.
C．At a gym. D．At a supermarket.
8．
A．He hasn’t paid the money. B．He arrived late at the airport.
C．There was a strike at the airport. D．He felt it a shame to travel alone.
9．
A．Interviewer and interviewee. B．Headmaster and chemistry teacher.
C．Doctor and patient. D．Receptionist and hotel guest.
10．
A．The correct way to wash a sweater.
B．The maintenance of a machine.
C．The effect of cycling on cold weather.
D．The special way to identify woolen products.
Section B
Directions: In Section B. you will hear two passages and one longer conversation. After each passage or conversation, you will be asked several questions. The passages and conversation will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.
Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.
11．A．The benefits of walking. B．The importance of keeping fit.
C．The way of forming a habit. D．The possibility of excising regularly.
12．A．Because it needs much thinking.
B．Because people needn’t concentrate on it.
C．Because it is suitable for everyone.
D．Because people can improve their memory.
13．A．It is the easiest way to lose weight. B．It can be made part of people’s life.
C．It prevents people suffering from cancers. D．It can make people’s hearts stronger.
Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage
14．A．Future researchers. B．Company employees.
C．College students. D．Successful artists.
15．A．To teach the listeners how to work hard.
B．To enable the listeners to get better salaries.
C．To encourage the listeners to seize opportunities.
D．To prepare the listeners to get better jobs.
16．A．Kindness. B．Willingness. C．Diligence. D．Interest.
Questions 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.
17．A．He has just been back from South America.
B．He has been burnt for a few hours.
C．He has been surfing the Internet for long.
D．He has been doing school work all night.
18．A．To look for something interesting for pleasure.
B．To meet new friends in the net chat-room.
C．To release pressure from heavy work.
D．To look for information for his project.
19．A．Quite a few sites are just old event calendars.
B．It’s a waste of time to surf the Internet.
C．A lot of information can be found.
D．A lot of friends can be made on the Internet.
20．A．People spend much time talking about other interests.
B．It takes long to find things because of many useless sites.
C．It is hard to start chatting with others in the chat-room.
D．It’s hardly the best source of information available.
II. Grammar and Vocabulary (20分)
Section A
Directions: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.
Future living: what will the home of tomorrow look like
What will our homes be like in the future Growing cities, shrinking living spaces, and climate change are major challenges 21 (face) urban planners and architects. We’re sharing three trends with you 22 will shape the home we live in tomorrow.
Energy efficient and carbon neutral
One of the greatest challenges for homes of the future is our increasing energy consumption, something that cannot be covered by fossil fuels going forward. 23 the impact of climate change becoming notable, it’s perfectly understandable that the buildings of the future could function as environmentally friendly power plants. Solar collectors and heat storage systems allow 24 are known as ‘plus-energy buildings’ to produce 100 percent renewable energy for emission-free operation.
The trend to downsizing
Living more efficiently not only means improving energy use and reducing one’s own carbon footprint, but also building to save space. Rooms 25 (design) to be multifunctional when there’s not a dedicated room available for every potential purpose. Modular and flexible furnishing systems that can be adapted to the individual floor space and room zones will replace 26 (fix) structures, ensuring that there’s room for everything even in a small space.
Trends for living and working under one roof
Over the last few months, the office 27 (become) a feature in many people’s homes. For a number of years now, the home office has been evolving from a make-do desk into a comfortable long-term solution. This development means we need to ask 28 how we should construct our living spaces to allow us to concentrate and work productively.
29 you rent or own your own home in the future, what’s clear is that the home of tomorrow will be smarter, more flexible, and more sustainable. It will offer us space 30 (live), sleep and work both indoors and outdoors.
Section B
Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.
A．statistics B．generous C．impact D．threatening E. chance F. benefit G. highlight H. contribution I. further J. addition K. building
The Art of Fund-raising: Key Steps for Nonprofit Organizations to Attract Donations
Attracting donations is a chief concern for nonprofit organizations and projects. An effective, professional donation-request letter is a necessary tool for fund-raising. Researching possible donors and 31 a database of names and organizations is one key to success, but the ability to write a donation-request letter has an even greater 32 on successful fund-raising.
Research potential donors via the Internet.
Research small companies in 33 to large foundations. Sometimes a small local company will assist you in reaching your goal. A simple appeal to a public-spirited local firm may inspire a surprisingly 34 donation.
Find the appropriate contact person.
Address your letter to a real person who is in a position to entitle a donation. Beginning your letter with “To Whom It May Concern” or “Dear Country Market” stands little 35 of attracting the attention of the right staff member.
And then, structure the letter properly.
Begin your letter with a vivid and readable description of your organization's work, and 36 a recent success story. Continue with a few general 37 to impress the contact person with your organization's efficiency and effectiveness. Next, describe in full the current project or effort for which a donation is needed and who will 38 . Include all contact information including telephone, fax and email, and end by inviting the person to contact you if any 39 information is needed. Finally, hand on the letter to colleagues for proofreading and suggestions.
Keep careful records of donations and send thank-you letters.
Donors often are willing to contribute again if they are shown how their 40 was put to use. Follow-up letters can assist in this effort.
III. Reading Comprehension (45分)
Section A
Directions: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A. B.C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context
People who live in cities are starting to get a lot more information to help plan their daily lives. Smarter City systems are telling residents about traffic jams, the time the next bus will arrive, the 41 for flooding, and other useful updates.
This is happening because cities are 42 the streams of information from sensors to manage urban systems better. The number of 43 like these sensors will reach 50 billion by 2020. Cities are 44 systems of systems that have always generated vast amounts of information. Information flowing in from many small subsystems, such as local flood catch-basins, is integrated with other 45 to provide guidance on the overall operation of a city. This integrated data, from such systems of systems, is then given to city administrators in useful formats that can change 46 for the better.
47 , in many cities, the coming population growth will challenge even the most skilled city managers, and the old infrastructure of many such cities is not equipped with the ability to gather the data needed to 48 city operations. Despite the seeming 49 of data gathering infrastructure, another option exists considering the shift from desktop computing to mobile devices and tablets.
Mobile technology has 50 dramatically in the past decade to the point where a lightweight smartphone may gather all kinds of data, such as its location, local temperature and background noise levels. Furthermore, in the near future, additional 51 are easily imagined, where sensors will be able to detect chemical pollution, local lighting conditions, vibration levels, and more.
This will enable a new era where citizens are able to participate in city management, where the very data required to improve city operations is in part 52 provided by its citizens via smartphone apps.
It also raises complex 53 issues that must be dealt with as we face this new era, but similarly provides opportunities for the citizens to play an active role in the improvement of their 54 , not only in the reporting of critical environmental and transportation data, but in taking an active role in solving the problems they have encountered.
It will be a(n) 55 and informed effort, with information technology enabling social transformation, to address the growing challenges facing our cities in the coming decades.
41．A．reason B．potential C．hope D．occasion
42．A．upgrading B．enlarging C．altering D．employing
43．A．systems B．applications C．devices D．guides
44．A．identical B．complex C．reduced D．recycling
45．A．sources B．users C．overseers D．means
46．A．city living B．urban planning C．traffic flow D．basic facilities
47．A．Therefore B．Besides C．However D．Thus
48．A．guide B．apply C．advise D．order
49．A．specialty B．need C．decrease D．lack
50．A．decreased B．reformed C．advanced D．increased
51．A．talents B．capabilities C．qualities D．performances
52．A．accidentally B．surprisingly C．willingly D．determinedly
53．A．confidential B．efficiency C．biological D．social
54．A．community B．performance C．unity D．recreation
55．A．cost-effective B．unconscious C．demanding D．cooperative
Section B
Directions: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.
A
If Timothy White were Captain America, perhaps simply one fling (挥动) of the superhero’s trademark shield could have saved the day. But this was real life. And though White has dressed up as Captain America for conventions, parades and the local Anti-Bullying Superhero Day, when he spotted trouble on this September afternoon he wasn’t wearing his costume and couldn’t rely on any superpowers.
White, 38, was driving home when he noticed a gray Nissan four-door pickup (皮卡货车). It was hard to miss,since it made a turn and headed for the curb (马路牙子) before course-correcting, only to head for the curb again.
As the pickup drew closer, White got a good look at the problem: The driver appeared to be asleep. Pretty soon, this guy’s going to crash into a house and kill himself or somebody else, White thought. While many people would have kept on driving, that’s not how White operates. He had to stop that vehicle.
White pulled his car over and jumped out. The truck was going 10 to 15 mph, White estimates. He darted into the road, running around to the driver’s side. The window was down on this temperate autumn day. White grabbed the frame of the window — his legs moving in step with the pickup — and leaped in.
The man behind the wheel, 64-year-old Todd DeAngelis, was just conscious enough to be startled by the peculiar sight of a stranger lying across his stomach, and he let out a yelp.
White worked quickly. He took hold of the gear shift and forced the pickup into park, bringing it to a sudden stop. He jumped out of the truck window the same way he came in.
From outside the truck, White asked DeAngelis if he was OK. “No,” he replied, in a haze. DeAngelis, a diabetic, was unexpectedly facing dangerously low blood sugar.
An ambulance soon arrived and took DeAngelis to a hospital, where it was determined that had his blood sugar gone much lower, he could have gone into a diabetic coma. “He kept me from a much worse accident than it could have been,” DeAngelis said after his recovery.
White’s actions that day were not out of character. As a teenager, he once kicked in the door of a house that was on fire to see if anyone was trapped inside. Fortunately, the house was empty.
“I’m always trying to help, where I can, when I can,” he says. But jumping into a moving vehicle to prevent a crash White admits this was new territory. “It took me a couple of days,” he says, “and a couple of beers, to chill out.”
56．Why does the author mention Captain America at the opening paragraph
A．To emphasize the impact of comic book conventions on people’s daily life.
B．To explain why White was unable to save people with superpowers that day.
C．To emphasize that real heroism comes from character not superpowers, by contrast.
D．To suggest that White wished he had superpowers by dressing up like Captain America.
57．Which of the following statement is TRUE
A．Timothy White managed to save the driver by breaking the window, using his strength to push the truck off the road and pulling the driver out.
B．Timothy White noticed the truck’s abnormal movements because the driver was asleep at the wheel, which prompted his immediate intervention.
C．Wimothy White jumped into the moving truck through the open window and shifted it into park, saving the driver who was suffering from low blood sugar.
D．After forcing the truck to stop, White immediately administered first at d to the driver outside the truck before the ambulance arrived.
58．What does the underlined phrase “in a haze” most likely mean
A．In anger. B．In a hurry.
C．In concentration. D．In dizziness.
59．What can be inferred about Timothy What e from the passage
A．He often dreams and pretends to be a superhero to gain attention.
B．He had a natural tendency to help others in dangerous situations.
C．It wasn’t the first time he had jumped through a car window to save people.
D．He relied on alcohol to cope with stress, tension and fear regularly.
B
A high-end train journey enables you to experience destinations at a unique pace and in total comfort while enjoying first-class service. These are some of the most exciting rail routes to choose from.
GoldenPass Express, Switzerland
GoldenPass Express takes passengers from Montreux to Interlaken. It’s a three- hour ride with four departures a day. The heated leather seats can recline (后倾) and rotate (旋转) 180 degrees. They’ re also raised 15 inches higher to boost the views over vineyards, green valleys and blue- ice glaciers. A one- way ticket costs 115.
La Dolce Vita, Italy
La Dolce Vita train service transports passengers to Italy of the 1960s. There are altogether 30 rooms— plus a bar car where passengers can watch appealing field s fly by as a pianist plays. A variety of impressive off- board experiences are available, from touring vineyards at Montalcino to riding horses in Abruzzo. A one- way ticket starts at 2,140.
Spacia X, Japan
This train provides a stylish way of making the two- hour journey between Tokyo’s Asakusa station and the city of Nikko. Spacia X also includes comfortable sofas and seats. Passengers can appreciate the scenery as they shoot past mountains, waterfalls and temples. Tickets can be bought online or from any station on the Tobu line. A one- way ticket starts from 7.50.
The Vietage, Vietnam
The Vietage runs between Da Nang and Quy Nhon in supreme comfort. Travelers can take in the beauty of the Vietnamese countryside over a thirty- course lunch with free drinks. The ticket price also includes a head-and-shoulder massage (按摩). A one- way ticket is 330.
60．Which of the following makes La Dolce Vita stand out
A．Comfortable seats. B．Various off-board experiences.
C．Online ticket booking. D．A head-and-shoulder massage.
61．Which of the rail routes provides a hearty lunch
A．Spacia X, Japan. B．La Dolce Vita, Italy.
C．The Vietage, Vietnam. D．GoldenPass Express, Switzerland.
62．What do the four rail routes have in common
A．The travel time. B．The ticket price. C．The superior service. D．The adjustable seats.
C
A quiet space is often considered essential for achieving the concentration that leads to academic success. But research shows that some students may benefit from breaking the silence with certain kinds of music while they study. Music has a powerful influence on both the body and the brain, in ways that can help students navigate the physical and emotional barriers that come with academic challenges.
One US study compared students who took a test to soft music with those who took the test under silent conditions. The study found that students taking a test to music not only completed more questions within a set time but also answered more questions correctly. Music has been further linked to improvements in memory and recall. Experts have found that when music stimulates mood and motivation, students are able to learn more and to better demonstrate their knowledge.
A bit of mood music affects more than just memory and recall when students hit the books. Music can also relieve stress associated with school. Scientists have learned that music engages the autonomic nervous system, which not only controls the unconscious functions of the body but also influences emotions. So it’s no surprise that researchers from the Group Health Research Institute concluded that certain kinds of background music can be just as effective at reducing stress as a massage. Furthermore, while the brain feels better with music, the body may as well. Research shows that certain types of music can make physical pain feel less intense. What’s more, calming music with a steady, meditative rhythm can help people sleep longer and more deeply.
However, some educators express concern that listening to music while trying to concentrate may do more harm than good. Loud music may have a negative influence on a student’s mood or act as a distraction. Actually, the best approach may depend on the students themselves. Listening to music during study time may not mean a guaranteed A for all students, but those who find it helpful should be allowed to plug in their headphones.
63．What does the underlined word “navigate” in the first paragraph probably mean
A．Recognize. B．Overcome.
C．Assess. D．Create.
64．What can we learn from this passage
A．Music helps students get rid of physical pain.
B．Loud music has the same calming effect as a massage.
C．Listening to music makes it easier for students to multitask.
D．Music helps students better remember relevant information.
65．The author writes Paragraph 3 mainly to ______.
A．present the effects of music on mind and body
B．compare the functions of different types of music
C．confirm the impacts of music on memory and recall
D．give examples of the influences of music on emotions
66．Which of the following would be the best title for this passage
A．The Power of Silence B．Music to a Patient
C．The Score to Better Scores D．Road to Academic Success
Section C
Directions: Read the passage carefully. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need.
Medecins Sans Frontieres
Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF), which means “Doctors Without Borders”, established in 1971, is now one of the largest international, independent, medical humanitarian organizations that delivers emergency aid and medical relief to people affected by armed conflicts, epidemics, pandemics, natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods and excluded from healthcare. 67 In 1999, it won the Nobel Peace Prize.
Each year, about 3,000 people are sent abroad to work in more than 60 different countries worldwide. 68 In most projects, there are about seven local members to every foreigner. Volunteers are paid about $1,400 each month and receive travel expenses. They usually work on a project for six months to a year. Many volunteers go on more than one mission.
One volunteer reports, “Working in politically sensitive areas with limited resources can be frustrating, but there is huge satisfaction in making even a small or temporary difference to people. What better recommendation than to say, ‘I’m about to leave on a third mission!’”
69 You have to be able to deal with stress, and you need to be able to work independently as well as in a team. You are required to have medical qualifications. Besides medical expertise, MSF needs the skills of technical staff such as building engineers and food experts.
The reaction of volunteers returning from MSF speaks for itself. “One of my biggest challenges was organizing a team to open a new hospital in a town that had had no medical care for three years,” one volunteer said. This volunteer said the project was a success because of the reduction of deaths and the fact that the local people were so thankful. Another volunteer says, “The rewards can be enormous. 70 ”
A．In some countries, there are even more volunteer professionals than locally hired staff.
B．With MSF, volunteers have had the chance to travel and test their skills to the limits both professionally and personally.
C．MSF relies on volunteer professionals but also works closely with about 25,000 locally hired staff.
D．What do volunteers have in common both professionally and personally
E．What qualities and skills do you need to become a volunteer
F．It offers assistance to people based on need and irrespective of race, religion, gender or political affiliation.
IV. Summary Writing （10分）
71. Directions: Read the following passage. Summarize the main idea and the main point(s) of the passage in NO MORE THAN 60 WORDS. Use your own words as far as possible.
Like many students, Ryan believes that the time and money spent on his education will pay off: he will eventually be able to get a good job and do well in the field he has chosen. And yet, in spite of all of the years spent in school preparing to enter the workplace, many recent graduates say that they struggle with the shift from classroom to career world and have difficulty adjusting to life on the job.
Writer and editor Joseph Lewis believes that most of our school experiences are fairly predictable, while life in the working world is far more uncertain. In school, for example, the pattern stays more or less the same from year to year. In the workplace, however, constant change is the norm, and one has to adapt quickly.
Another problem is that in school, many students spend a lot of time memorizing facts and repeating what they “learned” on tests. But in the workplace employees “are often expected to think critically and make decisions about their work, not just follow a supervisor’s instructions.” Less time needs to be spent in school on testing, says one recent report, and more on helping students to analyze and interpret information, solve problems, and communicate their ideas effectively—skills that will prepare them to succeed in today’s workplace.
Finally, in the workplace, employees must regularly interact with others and are often dependent on their co-workers for their success. In other words, if an employee has to work with others to complete a given project, that employee’s success not only depends on his hard work and expertise, but also on how well his colleagues perform. Knowing how to participate in teamwork--and deal with problems when they arise is extremely important, and yet, it is also something many students didn’t get quite exposed to in a school setting.
How can we better prepare young adults for the work place Recent graduates, looking back on their educational experience, have some advice. Despite classroom instruction, many think that all students should be required to do an internship (实习) while they are in school. Volunteering part time at a company, hospital, or government organization, for example, can help one gain experience and learn skills needed to succeed in the real world. Doing these will help prepare students for the realities of the workplace and make the transition from school to career world less stressful.
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V. Translation （15分）
Directions: Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.
72．教师致力于培养孩子的创新能力, 这是教书育人的重要使命之一。(which)
73．研究人员想弄清楚经常与动物接触是否能帮助人们有效减轻压力。(exposure)
74．医疗人员敦促游客们时刻戴好口罩。(urge)
75．第十九届杭州亚运会取得了圆满成功，杭州独特的城市文化以及市民们的热情付出给运动员们留下了深刻的印象。(impress)
VI. Guided Writing （25分）
76. Direction: Write an English composition in 120-150 words according to the instructions given below in Chinese.
假设你是明启中学学生李华，最近你的班主任布置了一项作业，要求你们写一封信给在学习上感到迷茫的高一学弟学妹们，分享你关于“如何学习(How to Learn)”的经验和建议。内容必须包括：
1) 用一个例子简短说明你曾经如何找到适合自己的学习方法；
2) 给出你的建议。
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