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巩义中学高一年级上期期中考试英语学科试题卷
（考试时间：120分钟 试卷满分：150分）
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. How is the man's English
A.Better. B.Worse. C.Just so-so.
2.What is Sally going to do
A.Prepare for her graduation.
B.Teach in a school.
C. Get ready to find a job.
3.What may the woman buy for her daughter
A.A camera. B.A watch. C. A toy.
4.When does the woman hardly go to the zoo
A. On Fridays. B. On Saturdays. C. On Sundays.
5. What time may the flight arrive
A.At 2:50 p.m. B.At 2:20 p.m. C.At 1:50 p.m.
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.Where does the conversation probably take place
A.In the office. B.At home. C.In a coffee shop.
7.What is the man busy doing
A.Playing on a computer. B.Relaxing with coffee. C.Finishing a report.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8.What made the man a bit excited and nervous
A.Getting a gift suddenly.
B.Being prepared for work.
C.Having an interview soon.
9. Who will pay for the celebration
A.Mary. B.Toby. C.The man.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10.Where was the man when the accident happened
A.In a blue car.
B.Behind a blue car.
C.In front of a small white Ford.
11.How fast did the blue car travel per hour
A. More than 30 miles. B.More than 13 miles. C. Less than 30 miles.
12.What do we know about the white Ford
A.It ran into the man's car.
B. It travelled along the Harbor Road.
C.It caused the accident.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A.Boss and secretary. B.Husband and wife. C.Teacher and student.
14.What makes the woman refuse to rent a car
A.They may miss the beautiful scenery.
B.She will feel tired to drive for so long.
C. The cost will be too high to afford.
15. Why does the woman choose to go by train
A.It is fast. B.It is cheap. C.It is comfortable.
16. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A.A travelling plan. B.A shopping plan. C.A working plan.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What is the speaker introducing
A.A swimming pool. B.A gym. C.A shop.
18.What can you do in the gym
A.Run freely. B.Play tennis. C.Practise boxing.
19. What does the speaker think of the swimming pool
A.Large. B.Clean. C.Modern.
20.What will the lifeguard do
A.Give swimming classes.
B.Supply swimming advice.
C. Help customers get changed.
第二部分 阅读理解（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，并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。
A
Fall is one of the most beautiful times of the year. There are plenty of places around the world when it comes to colourful autumn scenery. Here are 4 for you to explore.
The Cotswolds, England
People who come to England searching for classic countryside scenes usually head to the Cotswolds. The rolling hills, narrow roads and historic villages are attractive. The orange, red and gold leaves add to the scenery (风景) and not surprisingly, the Cotswolds is most famous for its long-distance hiking paths. You can visit the historic university town of Oxford.
Bavaria, Germany
Bavaria often has Oktoberfest (啤酒节) in fall. Smaller towns might have their own Oktoberfest, but you can also see some of Europe’s most beautiful fall colours in Bavaria’s non-urban (非城市的) regions. There are several paths that run through the region’s forests. A couple of these paths pass near Neuschwanstein Castle, a beautiful structure that is the perfect backdrop for the sea of orange and red leaves.
Pitlochry, Scotland
The Scottish Highlands can be the perfect place to see fall leaves. Parts of the place are famous for their treeless landscapes, but the land around Pitlochry is covered by forests. Apart from gazing at the leaves, there are plenty of other activities in Pitlochry. You can see lots of animals. The salmon make their run upriver in the fall as well.
Transylvania, Romania
Tourists who visit Transylvania in fall will see plenty of colourful trees. Like other cities in Eastern Europe, parts of Transylvania’s capital are very urban. The city can serve as a base for exploring the area, but you can also see some picturesque leaves without travelling to the countryside.
1. What is Cotswold best-known for
A. Rolling hills. B. Narrow roads. C. Small villages. D. Hiking paths.
2. Where can you see animals according to the text
A. In the Cotswolds. B. In Bavaria. C. In Pitlochry. D. In Transylvania.
3. What do the four places have in common
A. They all have a long history. B. They all offer treeless scenery.
C. They are places where you can enjoy beaches. D. They offer chances to enjoy colourful leaves.
B
Does adventure have an age limit Two close friends have given a negative answer to the question. Ellie Hamby and Sandy Hazelip, both at the age of 81, inspired by Jules Verne’s novel Around the World in 80 Days, are on a mission to see all seven continents in just over two and a half months.
Their first stop was a location that was not easily accessible to even many experienced travelers: Antarctica. Getting to the southernmost continent first required crossing the Drake Passage, the famously rough waters. “For almost two days, we were rocking and rolling and slipping and sliding through the Drake Passage. It was just wild,” Hamby said. “But when we stepped foot on the ground of the Antarctic, we forgot all of that. The beauty of the Antarctic is just unbelievable — just breath-taking.”
Over the past three months, the pair have ridden camels in Egypt, met elephants in Bali, and observed the Northern Lights in Finland. For Hamby, the best part of the trip was not the beauty along the way. “We love all the sights that we saw, but the things that we remember the most are the people that we met,” she said. “We met some of the kindest and friendliest people in the world. We just have friends now all over the world.”
When it came to how their families felt about their journey, Hamby said her daughter Louise was not too concerned. “She just says, ‘Well, if Mom falls out of a hot air balloon in Egypt or off of the mountain ... That’s fine. She’s living the life she wanted to live, and I’m happy for her,’” Hamby said.
Hazelip hopes their story can inspire people of all ages. “Don’t sit in that chair and waste away,” Hazelip said. “Ellie has this wonderful saying; it goes ‘the world is a book and he who does not travel only reads one page’. So get up out of that easy chair, step out of your comfort zone, make some plans and live. Remember that age is only a number.”
4. Which words can best describe Hamby and Hazelip’s journey to Antarctica
A. Adventurous but wonderful. B. Boring and uneventful.
C. Well-planned and smooth. D. Romantic but fruitless.
5. What was the most unforgettable part of the trip for Hamby
A. Seeing beautiful scenes. B. Meeting wonderful people.
C. Experiencing different cultures. D. Having her best friend’s company.
6. What was Louise’s attitude to her mother’s journey
A. Uncertain. B. Indifferent. C. Supportive. D. Concerned.
7. What message does Hazelip most want to give us
A. It’s never too old to learn.
B. A friend for life is a friend indeed.
C. Seeing the world is not a must for the old.
D. It’s never too late to live life to the fullest.
C
Being able to run 26. 2 miles means you’ re in good health, right Not exactly. We’ve already found some of the benefits (好处) of long-distance running, but now we’ll see the darker side of the marathon.
Marathoners who die in training or on the race course usually make headlines because these tragedies seem so unusual — who could be in better health and less likely to die than a runner At the age of 52, Jim Fixx, a celebrated runner, died in 1984. In this condition, the arteries (动脉) walls become thickened, causing less blood to flow through them. In 2007, 28-year-old Ryan Shay died while competing in the U. S. Olympic marathon trials. His death was caused by an irregular (不规则的) heartbeat.
It’s obvious that running affects the heart, but did you know running can increase the size of the heart Hearts can become bigger when an athlete is doing physical training. The body supply the increased amount of blood needed by increasing the size of the organ. After that the hearts can lead to irregular heartbeat, which can lead to heart failure.
Some marathoners think their fitness level absolves them from health problems. This simply isn’t the case. Medical examinations can find the risk factors that kill and injure runners. There are ways to reduce your risk factors. Don’t think you can eat or drink whatever you want because running will burn off the calories — diets rich in fat can lead to heart problems.
In addition to these life-threatening aspects of the sport, there are other sports injuries to be aware of. Most of these are overuse or over-training injuries that can be prevented by resting properly. While you should approach the sport with caution (谨慎) , you should also have fun running.
8. Why were the examples of Jim Fixx and Ryan Sha y given
A. To show the possible danger of the marathon. B. To take pity on their death.
C. To tell the importance of regular exercise. D. To call on people not to exercise by themselves.
9. How does the heart manage to provide the increased need of blood
A. By beating faster. B. By enlarging itself.
C. By beating more heavily. D. By working with other body parts.
10. What does the underlined word “absolves” in Paragraph 4 mean
A. Shapes. B. Separates. C. Frees. D. Advises.
11. What does the author suggest in the last paragraph
A. Having a rest after injuries. B. Paying more attention to other injuries.
C. Stopping running completely. D. Being careful and having fun running.
D
Earth, our home, is the third planet from the sun. While scientists continue to hunt for life beyond Earth, our home planet remains the only place for human beings to live. On it, everyone you love, everyone you know, everyone you ever heard of lived out their lives. That’s home. That’s us.
Our Earth is a book written by Jane Calame. It’s also a helpful guide to caring for our planet. Our planet is unique for many reasons, but its fresh water and oxygen (氧气) are two key things. Water covers about 71% of Earth’s surface, with most of that water lying in our planet’s oceans. About a fifth of the air is oxygen, produced by plants. But water and air pollution is becoming more and more serious. The state of the natural world is alarming, making it a must for us to be knowledgeable about. But the future of Earth doesn’t have to be a negative one. This amazing children’s book has some cheerful pictures as it explains the planet we live on.
By providing ideas for ways in which we can all look after Earth in a workable and child-friendly manner (方式), Our Earth is the perfect book for educating environmentalists or any member of the next generation. The delightful (令人愉快的) pictures and easy-to-understand language make the underlying message in this book simple, and children aged eight or above will enjoy reading it.
Whether you choose to walk and ride your bike to school, or you’re sorting out your rubbish, or live a greener life with a good habit of little things, Our Earth teaches the reader that we can all play a part in shaping the future of the planet, no matter how small the action or how young the person is.
12. What is the purpose of the first paragraph
A. To present a new discovery. B. To show we are a family on Earth.
C. To introduce the topic of the text. D. To explain the secret of Earth.
13. What makes Our Earth a perfect book to educate children
A. Its clear ideas. B. Its writing style.
C. Its colourful pictures. D. Its useful knowledge.
14. What may the author agree with
A. Every small act counts. B. Strike while the iron is hot.
C. He who laughs last laughs best. D. A friend in need is a friend indeed.
15. Where is the text most probably taken from
A. A review of a play. B. A story on the Earth.
C. An introduction to a book. D. An advertisement for an activity.
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。
A Few Simple Ways to Get Inspired
Many creative people are famous for their strange ways of finding inspiration (灵感). Inspiration is not easy to get, so it’s no wonder people chase (追逐) after it in strange ways. But you don’t have to go to extremes. ___16___
Keep an idea book or an inspiration board.
Inspiration might not come all at once. ___17___ With an idea book or a vision board, you can keep track of these puzzle pieces and use them to find inspiration later on. If you like working with words, create an idea book where you can write down ideas. If you’ re more visual (视觉的), take pictures that inspire you and turn them into a vision board.
___18___
Many people go to sleep and wake up inspired. While most sleep refreshes your brain, rapid eye movement (REM) sleep is especially good at prompting (推动) inspiration. Alternating between REM and non-REM sleep helps your brain reshape networks, making you more likely to think up ideas when you wake up.
Spend time in nature.
___19___ And nature has inspired a long line of artists. E. B. White came up with the story for Charlotte’s Web after watching a spider make her net. Researchers have also found that spending time in nature improves cognitive (认知的) ability, setting you up to make more connections between ideas.
Play and laugh.
Spending some of your free time with children can· bring inspiration closer to the surface. Your creativity decreases as you age, and children are experts in play, which is all about experimenting and opening up new possibilities. Looking at the world through open eyes can be a powerful source of creative inspiration. Humour and laughter can also lead to inspiration. ___20___
A. Go to sleep.
B. Stick to your sleeping habit.
C. Even just reading a book could prompt inspiration.
D. Experts recommend using humour at work to get ideas.
E. You may experience tiny flashes that turn into something big.
F. Spending time outside can get you into a more open headspace.
G. Here are things you can try when your creative juices have run dry.
第三部分 语言运用（共二节, 满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分, 共15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白最佳选项。
My mother only has a fifth-grade education. Life is hard for her to ___21___ me up as a single mother in a foreign country.
Over the years, she has been a (n) ___22___ . When she worked, she used to spend up to nine hours in each client’s (客户的) home. But few of her clients ever stopped to really speak to her, or to ___23___ this woman who spent years cleaning every corner of their homes.
I knew the ___24___ of my mum, so I explored the knowledge ___25___ . Once, I published (出版) a story on a book. When she showed my front-page story to one ___26___ , it was one of the few times in nearly forty years in this country that she actually felt ___27___ because of what she helped me ___28___ with rags (抹布) and soap. They realized her ___29___ .
Now, each time I make some ___30___ , I’ll be really ___31___ to share it with her.
The first time she set foot on my college ___32___ , she brought a camcorder (摄像机) . She walked around my campus for hours, ___33___ every building and tree happily. Years later, when she returned for my ___34___ , she had an old white rag, just like the ones she used to clean houses. I felt a bit ___35___ . But when the ceremony was over, I understood. The rag was wet in her tears.
21. A. cheer B. raise C. give D. put
22. A. teacher B. doctor C. athlete D. cleaner
23. A. give up B. shout at C. hear of D. learn about
24. A. hardship B. behaviour C. decision. D. spirit
25. A. easily B. firstly C. seriously D. tiredly
26. A. senior B. client C. volunteer D. partner
27. A. seen B. pitied C. ordered D. supported
28. A. organize B. achieve C. work D. compete
29. A. warmth B. contact C. strength D. choice
30. A. mistakes B. problems C. noise D. progress
31. A. angry B. sad C. excited D. amazed
32. A. library B. office C. classroom D. campus
33. A. filming B. counting C. painting D. imagining
34. A. prize B. failure C. graduation D. company
35. A. afraid B. strange C. happy D. relaxed
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。
The ninth Beijing October Literature Festival offered readers books and different activities till the end of October. The event is about “literature ___36___ (hug) the times, reading lights lives”.
It gathers literary resources of the capital, Tianjin and Hebei. For ___37___ first time, the festival is being held at a sub-venue (副场馆) in Shanghai. More than 60 activities will take place during the festival to encourage high-quality literary creation, public participation (参与) and international exchanges. These will cover not only bookstores and schools across the city, but ___38___ (culture) spaces and online platforms.
During the opening meeting on Sept. 7, Beijing Publishing Group reported the start of the journal Beijing Review. Three young writers were honoured. Following the meeting was the 2024 Beijing Literature Forum (论坛), ___39___ scholars and writers talked about the literary achievements in the three areas.
The festival’s “international communication” part has been ___40___ (extreme) improved this year to foster (促进) learning ___41___ understanding among different countries. Dialogues between writers and activities allow participants ___42___ (experience) Beijing culture.
Four female writers including Li Zishu from Malaysia, Gong Ji-young from South Korea as well ___43___ Qiao Ye and Liao Jing from China will share their ___44___ (opinion) on the power of women in Asian literature. Classic works such as Teahouse, Thunderstorm and The Temple of Earth are to be taken to the stage, ____45____ (help) audiences feel the beauty of such works.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华，你的外国朋友Ben最近想培养一个新爱好，但他不知道选画画、打篮球还是弹吉他，他希望你给些建议。请你给他写一封邮件，内容包括：
(1) 分享你的爱好；
(2) 提出建议及理由。
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 Ben,
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
47. 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。
I never thought my father’s job could change my life so much. One evening he came home and told us his company was sending him to another city. At first, I didn’t worry, thinking it might be a short trip or just a small change. But then he added that because he and Mom would both be very busy, I would have to go to a boarding (寄宿) school. The word “boarding” made me unhappy. It meant leaving my neighborhood, my old school, and most of all, my best friend June.
June and I grew up together. We rode bikes in the summer, shared secrets at night, and laughed until our stomachs hurt. When I told her about the move, she tried to smile. “It’s okay,” she said quickly. “We’ll call every weekend. We’ll always be best friends,” she added. I wanted to believe her, so I agreed, holding on to her promise. Still, deep inside, a small voice raised doubts: Would things really stay the same once I left
The new school was nothing like home. The buildings were big, and the students all were friendly, but I still missed home and June. At Saturday night, I sat on my dormitory (学生宿舍) bed waiting for June’s call. At first, we talked a lot, but soon our calls grew shorter. Sometimes she didn’t answer right away. When she did, she often talked about a new student named Emily. “Emily is so cool,” June said once, laughing through the phone. I forced myself to laugh too, but inside I felt hurt.
I told myself I didn’t care, but the truth was that I cared too much. I imagined Emily taking my place, walking beside June, and telling her jokes that used to be mine. I grew jealous (妒忌的). Soon I stopped answering her calls. I left her texts unread. At night, I cried quietly into my pillow, telling myself June didn’t need me anymore.
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。
One Saturday morning, I heard my name called outside the dormitory.
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The next afternoon, I saw June off at the train station.
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巩义中学高一年级上期期中考试英语学科试题卷
（考试时间：120分钟 试卷满分：150分）
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. How is the man's English
A.Better. B.Worse. C.Just so-so.
2.What is Sally going to do
A.Prepare for her graduation.
B.Teach in a school.
C. Get ready to find a job.
3.What may the woman buy for her daughter
A.A camera. B.A watch. C. A toy.
4.When does the woman hardly go to the zoo
A. On Fridays. B. On Saturdays. C. On Sundays.
5. What time may the flight arrive
A.At 2:50 p.m. B.At 2:20 p.m. C.At 1:50 p.m.
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.Where does the conversation probably take place
A.In the office. B.At home. C.In a coffee shop.
7.What is the man busy doing
A.Playing on a computer. B.Relaxing with coffee. C.Finishing a report.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8.What made the man a bit excited and nervous
A.Getting a gift suddenly.
B.Being prepared for work.
C.Having an interview soon.
9. Who will pay for the celebration
A.Mary. B.Toby. C.The man.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10.Where was the man when the accident happened
A.In a blue car.
B.Behind a blue car.
C.In front of a small white Ford.
11.How fast did the blue car travel per hour
A. More than 30 miles. B.More than 13 miles. C. Less than 30 miles.
12.What do we know about the white Ford
A.It ran into the man's car.
B. It travelled along the Harbor Road.
C.It caused the accident.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A.Boss and secretary. B.Husband and wife. C.Teacher and student.
14.What makes the woman refuse to rent a car
A.They may miss the beautiful scenery.
B.She will feel tired to drive for so long.
C. The cost will be too high to afford.
15. Why does the woman choose to go by train
A.It is fast. B.It is cheap. C.It is comfortable.
16. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A.A travelling plan. B.A shopping plan. C.A working plan.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What is the speaker introducing
A.A swimming pool. B.A gym. C.A shop.
18.What can you do in the gym
A.Run freely. B.Play tennis. C.Practise boxing.
19. What does the speaker think of the swimming pool
A.Large. B.Clean. C.Modern.
20.What will the lifeguard do
A.Give swimming classes.
B.Supply swimming advice.
C. Help customers get changed.
第二部分 阅读理解（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，并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。
A
Fall is one of the most beautiful times of the year. There are plenty of places around the world when it comes to colourful autumn scenery. Here are 4 for you to explore.
The Cotswolds, England
People who come to England searching for classic countryside scenes usually head to the Cotswolds. The rolling hills, narrow roads and historic villages are attractive. The orange, red and gold leaves add to the scenery (风景) and not surprisingly, the Cotswolds is most famous for its long-distance hiking paths. You can visit the historic university town of Oxford.
Bavaria, Germany
Bavaria often has Oktoberfest (啤酒节) in fall. Smaller towns might have their own Oktoberfest, but you can also see some of Europe’s most beautiful fall colours in Bavaria’s non-urban (非城市的) regions. There are several paths that run through the region’s forests. A couple of these paths pass near Neuschwanstein Castle, a beautiful structure that is the perfect backdrop for the sea of orange and red leaves.
Pitlochry, Scotland
The Scottish Highlands can be the perfect place to see fall leaves. Parts of the place are famous for their treeless landscapes, but the land around Pitlochry is covered by forests. Apart from gazing at the leaves, there are plenty of other activities in Pitlochry. You can see lots of animals. The salmon make their run upriver in the fall as well.
Transylvania, Romania
Tourists who visit Transylvania in fall will see plenty of colourful trees. Like other cities in Eastern Europe, parts of Transylvania’s capital are very urban. The city can serve as a base for exploring the area, but you can also see some picturesque leaves without travelling to the countryside.
1. What is Cotswold best-known for
A. Rolling hills. B. Narrow roads. C. Small villages. D. Hiking paths.
2. Where can you see animals according to the text
A. In the Cotswolds. B. In Bavaria. C. In Pitlochry. D. In Transylvania.
3. What do the four places have in common
A. They all have a long history. B. They all offer treeless scenery.
C. They are places where you can enjoy beaches. D. They offer chances to enjoy colourful leaves.
【答案】1. D 2. C 3. D
B
Does adventure have an age limit Two close friends have given a negative answer to the question. Ellie Hamby and Sandy Hazelip, both at the age of 81, inspired by Jules Verne’s novel Around the World in 80 Days, are on a mission to see all seven continents in just over two and a half months.
Their first stop was a location that was not easily accessible to even many experienced travelers: Antarctica. Getting to the southernmost continent first required crossing the Drake Passage, the famously rough waters. “For almost two days, we were rocking and rolling and slipping and sliding through the Drake Passage. It was just wild,” Hamby said. “But when we stepped foot on the ground of the Antarctic, we forgot all of that. The beauty of the Antarctic is just unbelievable — just breath-taking.”
Over the past three months, the pair have ridden camels in Egypt, met elephants in Bali, and observed the Northern Lights in Finland. For Hamby, the best part of the trip was not the beauty along the way. “We love all the sights that we saw, but the things that we remember the most are the people that we met,” she said. “We met some of the kindest and friendliest people in the world. We just have friends now all over the world.”
When it came to how their families felt about their journey, Hamby said her daughter Louise was not too concerned. “She just says, ‘Well, if Mom falls out of a hot air balloon in Egypt or off of the mountain ... That’s fine. She’s living the life she wanted to live, and I’m happy for her,’” Hamby said.
Hazelip hopes their story can inspire people of all ages. “Don’t sit in that chair and waste away,” Hazelip said. “Ellie has this wonderful saying; it goes ‘the world is a book and he who does not travel only reads one page’. So get up out of that easy chair, step out of your comfort zone, make some plans and live. Remember that age is only a number.”
4. Which words can best describe Hamby and Hazelip’s journey to Antarctica
A. Adventurous but wonderful. B. Boring and uneventful.
C. Well-planned and smooth. D. Romantic but fruitless.
5. What was the most unforgettable part of the trip for Hamby
A. Seeing beautiful scenes. B. Meeting wonderful people.
C. Experiencing different cultures. D. Having her best friend’s company.
6. What was Louise’s attitude to her mother’s journey
A. Uncertain. B. Indifferent. C. Supportive. D. Concerned.
7. What message does Hazelip most want to give us
A. It’s never too old to learn.
B. A friend for life is a friend indeed.
C. Seeing the world is not a must for the old.
D. It’s never too late to live life to the fullest.
【答案】4. A 5. B 6. C 7. D
C
Being able to run 26. 2 miles means you’ re in good health, right Not exactly. We’ve already found some of the benefits (好处) of long-distance running, but now we’ll see the darker side of the marathon.
Marathoners who die in training or on the race course usually make headlines because these tragedies seem so unusual — who could be in better health and less likely to die than a runner At the age of 52, Jim Fixx, a celebrated runner, died in 1984. In this condition, the arteries (动脉) walls become thickened, causing less blood to flow through them. In 2007, 28-year-old Ryan Shay died while competing in the U. S. Olympic marathon trials. His death was caused by an irregular (不规则的) heartbeat.
It’s obvious that running affects the heart, but did you know running can increase the size of the heart Hearts can become bigger when an athlete is doing physical training. The body supply the increased amount of blood needed by increasing the size of the organ. After that the hearts can lead to irregular heartbeat, which can lead to heart failure.
Some marathoners think their fitness level absolves them from health problems. This simply isn’t the case. Medical examinations can find the risk factors that kill and injure runners. There are ways to reduce your risk factors. Don’t think you can eat or drink whatever you want because running will burn off the calories — diets rich in fat can lead to heart problems.
In addition to these life-threatening aspects of the sport, there are other sports injuries to be aware of. Most of these are overuse or over-training injuries that can be prevented by resting properly. While you should approach the sport with caution (谨慎) , you should also have fun running.
8. Why were the examples of Jim Fixx and Ryan Sha y given
A. To show the possible danger of the marathon. B. To take pity on their death.
C. To tell the importance of regular exercise. D. To call on people not to exercise by themselves.
9. How does the heart manage to provide the increased need of blood
A. By beating faster. B. By enlarging itself.
C. By beating more heavily. D. By working with other body parts.
10. What does the underlined word “absolves” in Paragraph 4 mean
A. Shapes. B. Separates. C. Frees. D. Advises.
11. What does the author suggest in the last paragraph
A. Having a rest after injuries. B. Paying more attention to other injuries.
C. Stopping running completely. D. Being careful and having fun running.
【答案】8. A 9. B 10. C 11. D
D
Earth, our home, is the third planet from the sun. While scientists continue to hunt for life beyond Earth, our home planet remains the only place for human beings to live. On it, everyone you love, everyone you know, everyone you ever heard of lived out their lives. That’s home. That’s us.
Our Earth is a book written by Jane Calame. It’s also a helpful guide to caring for our planet. Our planet is unique for many reasons, but its fresh water and oxygen (氧气) are two key things. Water covers about 71% of Earth’s surface, with most of that water lying in our planet’s oceans. About a fifth of the air is oxygen, produced by plants. But water and air pollution is becoming more and more serious. The state of the natural world is alarming, making it a must for us to be knowledgeable about. But the future of Earth doesn’t have to be a negative one. This amazing children’s book has some cheerful pictures as it explains the planet we live on.
By providing ideas for ways in which we can all look after Earth in a workable and child-friendly manner (方式), Our Earth is the perfect book for educating environmentalists or any member of the next generation. The delightful (令人愉快的) pictures and easy-to-understand language make the underlying message in this book simple, and children aged eight or above will enjoy reading it.
Whether you choose to walk and ride your bike to school, or you’re sorting out your rubbish, or live a greener life with a good habit of little things, Our Earth teaches the reader that we can all play a part in shaping the future of the planet, no matter how small the action or how young the person is.
12. What is the purpose of the first paragraph
A. To present a new discovery. B. To show we are a family on Earth.
C. To introduce the topic of the text. D. To explain the secret of Earth.
13. What makes Our Earth a perfect book to educate children
A. Its clear ideas. B. Its writing style.
C. Its colourful pictures. D. Its useful knowledge.
14. What may the author agree with
A. Every small act counts. B. Strike while the iron is hot.
C. He who laughs last laughs best. D. A friend in need is a friend indeed.
15. Where is the text most probably taken from
A. A review of a play. B. A story on the Earth.
C. An introduction to a book. D. An advertisement for an activity.
【答案】12. C 13. B 14. A 15. C
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。
A Few Simple Ways to Get Inspired
Many creative people are famous for their strange ways of finding inspiration (灵感). Inspiration is not easy to get, so it’s no wonder people chase (追逐) after it in strange ways. But you don’t have to go to extremes. ___16___
Keep an idea book or an inspiration board.
Inspiration might not come all at once. ___17___ With an idea book or a vision board, you can keep track of these puzzle pieces and use them to find inspiration later on. If you like working with words, create an idea book where you can write down ideas. If you’ re more visual (视觉的), take pictures that inspire you and turn them into a vision board.
___18___
Many people go to sleep and wake up inspired. While most sleep refreshes your brain, rapid eye movement (REM) sleep is especially good at prompting (推动) inspiration. Alternating between REM and non-REM sleep helps your brain reshape networks, making you more likely to think up ideas when you wake up.
Spend time in nature.
___19___ And nature has inspired a long line of artists. E. B. White came up with the story for Charlotte’s Web after watching a spider make her net. Researchers have also found that spending time in nature improves cognitive (认知的) ability, setting you up to make more connections between ideas.
Play and laugh.
Spending some of your free time with children can· bring inspiration closer to the surface. Your creativity decreases as you age, and children are experts in play, which is all about experimenting and opening up new possibilities. Looking at the world through open eyes can be a powerful source of creative inspiration. Humour and laughter can also lead to inspiration. ___20___
A. Go to sleep.
B. Stick to your sleeping habit.
C. Even just reading a book could prompt inspiration.
D. Experts recommend using humour at work to get ideas.
E. You may experience tiny flashes that turn into something big.
F. Spending time outside can get you into a more open headspace.
G. Here are things you can try when your creative juices have run dry.
【答案】16. G 17. E 18. A 19. F 20. D
第三部分 语言运用（共二节, 满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分, 共15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白最佳选项。
My mother only has a fifth-grade education. Life is hard for her to ___21___ me up as a single mother in a foreign country.
Over the years, she has been a (n) ___22___ . When she worked, she used to spend up to nine hours in each client’s (客户的) home. But few of her clients ever stopped to really speak to her, or to ___23___ this woman who spent years cleaning every corner of their homes.
I knew the ___24___ of my mum, so I explored the knowledge ___25___ . Once, I published (出版) a story on a book. When she showed my front-page story to one ___26___ , it was one of the few times in nearly forty years in this country that she actually felt ___27___ because of what she helped me ___28___ with rags (抹布) and soap. They realized her ___29___ .
Now, each time I make some ___30___ , I’ll be really ___31___ to share it with her.
The first time she set foot on my college ___32___ , she brought a camcorder (摄像机) . She walked around my campus for hours, ___33___ every building and tree happily. Years later, when she returned for my ___34___ , she had an old white rag, just like the ones she used to clean houses. I felt a bit ___35___ . But when the ceremony was over, I understood. The rag was wet in her tears.
21. A. cheer B. raise C. give D. put
22. A. teacher B. doctor C. athlete D. cleaner
23. A. give up B. shout at C. hear of D. learn about
24. A. hardship B. behaviour C. decision. D. spirit
25. A. easily B. firstly C. seriously D. tiredly
26. A. senior B. client C. volunteer D. partner
27. A. seen B. pitied C. ordered D. supported
28. A. organize B. achieve C. work D. compete
29. A. warmth B. contact C. strength D. choice
30. A. mistakes B. problems C. noise D. progress
31. A. angry B. sad C. excited D. amazed
32. A. library B. office C. classroom D. campus
33. A. filming B. counting C. painting D. imagining
34. A. prize B. failure C. graduation D. company
35. A. afraid B. strange C. happy D. relaxed
【答案】21. B 22. D 23. D 24. A 25. C 26. B 27. A 28. B 29. C 30. D 31. C 32. D 33. A 34. C 35. B
第二节 （共10小题；每小题1. 5分, 满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The ninth Beijing October Literature Festival offered readers books and different activities till the end of October. The event is about “literature ___36___ (hug) the times, reading lights lives”.
It gathers literary resources of the capital, Tianjin and Hebei. For ___37___ first time, the festival is being held at a sub-venue (副场馆) in Shanghai. More than 60 activities will take place during the festival to encourage high-quality literary creation, public participation (参与) and international exchanges. These will cover not only bookstores and schools across the city, but ___38___ (culture) spaces and online platforms.
During the opening meeting on Sept. 7, Beijing Publishing Group reported the start of the journal Beijing Review. Three young writers were honoured. Following the meeting was the 2024 Beijing Literature Forum (论坛), ___39___ scholars and writers talked about the literary achievements in the three areas.
The festival’s “international communication” part has been ___40___ (extreme) improved this year to foster (促进) learning ___41___ understanding among different countries. Dialogues between writers and activities allow participants ___42___ (experience) Beijing culture.
Four female writers including Li Zishu from Malaysia, Gong Ji-young from South Korea as well ___43___ Qiao Ye and Liao Jing from China will share their ___44___ (opinion) on the power of women in Asian literature. Classic works such as Teahouse, Thunderstorm and The Temple of Earth are to be taken to the stage, ____45____ (help) audiences feel the beauty of such works.
【答案】36. hugs
37. the 38. cultural
39. where 40. extremely
41. and 42. to experience
43. as 44. opinions
45. helping
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华，你的外国朋友Ben最近想培养一个新爱好，但他不知道选画画、打篮球还是弹吉他，他希望你给些建议。请你给他写一封邮件，内容包括：
(1) 分享你的爱好；
(2) 提出建议及理由。
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 Ben,
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】例文
Dear Ben,
It’s cool that you want to pick up a new hobby. I totally get why choosing one is hard!
I chose learning to ride a bike on weekends as my hobby. When I cycle in the park, I can enjoy beautiful scenery, which helps me relax after a week of study. Plus, it’s a good way to keep me healthy.
For you, I think you should make a choice based on your time and interest. If you enjoy quiet time, drawing is great; if you are active and like playing with others, basketball fits. If you love music, playing the guitar could be perfect! No rush to decide. Just have fun trying!
Looking forward to hearing about your new hobby
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
47. 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。
I never thought my father’s job could change my life so much. One evening he came home and told us his company was sending him to another city. At first, I didn’t worry, thinking it might be a short trip or just a small change. But then he added that because he and Mom would both be very busy, I would have to go to a boarding (寄宿) school. The word “boarding” made me unhappy. It meant leaving my neighborhood, my old school, and most of all, my best friend June.
June and I grew up together. We rode bikes in the summer, shared secrets at night, and laughed until our stomachs hurt. When I told her about the move, she tried to smile. “It’s okay,” she said quickly. “We’ll call every weekend. We’ll always be best friends,” she added. I wanted to believe her, so I agreed, holding on to her promise. Still, deep inside, a small voice raised doubts: Would things really stay the same once I left
The new school was nothing like home. The buildings were big, and the students all were friendly, but I still missed home and June. At Saturday night, I sat on my dormitory (学生宿舍) bed waiting for June’s call. At first, we talked a lot, but soon our calls grew shorter. Sometimes she didn’t answer right away. When she did, she often talked about a new student named Emily. “Emily is so cool,” June said once, laughing through the phone. I forced myself to laugh too, but inside I felt hurt.
I told myself I didn’t care, but the truth was that I cared too much. I imagined Emily taking my place, walking beside June, and telling her jokes that used to be mine. I grew jealous (妒忌的). Soon I stopped answering her calls. I left her texts unread. At night, I cried quietly into my pillow, telling myself June didn’t need me anymore.
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。
One Saturday morning, I heard my name called outside the dormitory.
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The next afternoon, I saw June off at the train station.
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【答案】例文
One Saturday morning, I heard my name called outside the dormitory. To my surprise, it was June, her eyes tired from the long journey. She told me she had been worried when I stopped answering her calls. After begging her parents for permission, she decided to visit me. Sitting together on the bench, she explained gently, “You and Emily are both my friends, but you are unique.” I heard those words, and my sadness melted away. The fear that had been pressing on me for weeks lifted, replaced by the warmth of knowing I still mattered to her.
The next afternoon, I saw June off at the train station. We stood there, not wanting to let go, our eyes filled with both sadness and hope. The train whistle blew, pulling us apart, but inside I felt steady. I knew distance would never break what we shared. There would be phone calls, messages, and visits, each one keeping our ties alive. Walking back alone, I realized true friendship is not measured by how often we are together, but by the certainty that we remain close, even miles apart.

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