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阶段核心素养测评卷(二)
选择题部分
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。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. Where does the conversation probably take place？
A. On the street.
B. In a café.
C. In a bakery.
( )2. What are the speakers mainly talking about？
A. A new programme.
B. A speech.
C. An appointment.
( )3. When is the woman’s reservation？
A. On October 16th.
B. On October 18th.
C. On October 25th.
( )4. What does the man suggest the woman do？
A. Use an app.
B. Join a group.
C. Bring a book.
( )5. Whose advice does the woman want to seek？
A. Mr Ward’s.
B. Mr Maude’s.
C. Ms Robbins’s.
第二节　(共15 小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
( )6. What is the probable relationship between the speakers？
A. Husband and wife.
B. Uncle and nephew.
C. Neighbours.
( )7. What will a cat do when it feels anxious？
A. Hold its tail up.
B. Stay close to the ground.
C. Keep its eyes half-closed.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
( )8. What did the man do before 2010？
A. A manager.
B. A teacher.
C. A consultant.
( )9. What is the man’s second suggestion？
A. Setting a shared goal.
B. Chatting with students.
C. Holding a weekly class meeting.
听第8段材料，回答第10至13题。
( )10. How does the woman sound at first？
A. Grateful.
B. Anxious.
C. Doubtful.
( )11. What do we know about the word Hogmanay？
A. It was invented in 1561.
B. Its origin is still unclear.
C. It was widely used in France.
( )12. What is the tradition of the first footing during Hogmanay？
A. Bringing bread and coal as gifts.
B. Visiting friends before midnight.
C. Watching a traditional comedy with friends.
( )13. Where does the woman come from？
A. Germany.
B. France.
C. Britain.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
( )14. What is the advantage of the shuttle bus compared to the Greyhound bus？　
A. Lower cost.
B. Easier booking process.
C. More frequent departures.
( )15. How much will the woman pay？
A. $15.
B. $28.
C. $35.
( )16. What will the woman do next？
A. Catch a flight.
B. Look for her credit card.
C. Book a private hotel.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
( )17. What is the speaker doing？
A. Reporting a piece of news.
B. Providing first-aid training.
C. Hosting an award ceremony.
( )18. What symptom did Jessica notice in her client？
A. The sound of choking.
B. A sudden drop in blood pressure.
C. Inability to communicate properly.
( )19. What was the immediate action taken by Jessica？
A. She called 911 at once.
B. She updated the client’s situation.
C. She gave the client some medicine.
( )20. What is mainly introduced by the speaker？
A. Jessica’s lifesaving efforts.
B. Jessica’s chat with a client.
C. Richard’s race against time.
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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
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The Four Most Exotic Black Sand Beaches
in the World
Papenoo Beach： Tahiti， French Polynesia
Popular with surfers， this remote black beach on Tahiti’s northern coast boasts some of the most impressive waves in the world. Here you will discover more breathtaking natural beauty of the island， with its green mountains and picturesque scenery. Not-to-be-missed sights include the spectacular waterfalls： Topatari， Puraha and Vaiharuru Waterfalls.
Lovina Beach： Indonesia
A highlight of this beach destination is visiting Kalibukbuk， one of the coastal villages along Lovina Beach， and the Kalibukbuk Buddhist Temple on the beach. There is also an abundance of incredible marine and underwater life， so diving is a popular relaxation， but the main draw for beachgoers is spotting the playful bottle-nosed dolphins.
Stokksnes Beach： Iceland
One of Iceland’s most dramatic landscapes is the mountain Vestrahorn on the Stokksnes Peninsula in southeast Iceland. The magical setting here was featured in the Bollywood movie Dilwale. It’s a popular destination for photographers but surprisingly not a big tourist spot； this privately owned land charges a small fee to visit. You can visit the Stokksnes Beach on a group Ring Road tour or a self-driving circuit of the country.
Perissa Beach： Santorini， Greece
Situated in southeastern Santorini， this unique black beach boasts crystal clear waters and the rocky Mesa Vouno Mountain. For more active pursuits beyond sunbathing and swimming， visitors can rent water sports equipment for other fun activities like diving. You can also hike to the top of Mesa Vouno to visit the ancient ruins of the city of Thera.
( )21. Which of the following landscapes is a must for tourists in Papenoo Beach？
A. Waves.
B. Valleys.
C. Mountains.
D. Waterfalls.
( )22. Which place best suits people who enjoy taking pictures？
A. Papenoo Beach.
B. Lovina Beach.
C. Stokksnes Beach.
D. Perissa Beach.
( )23. What do Lovina Beach and Perissa Beach have in common？
A. They are good places to hike.
B. Visitors can go diving for relaxation.
C. Both are rich in underwater life.
D. Tourists can visit ancient coastal villages.
B
When emergency workers arrive at an old firehouse in New York City， the way they greet each other is not what you might expect. These first responders say “ni hao！”， which means “hello” in Mandarin Chinese.
First responders are the first emergency workers to arrive at a fire， traffic accident or other emergencies. Some first responders are firefighters， while others can be emergency medical technicians.
In Brooklyn， New York， over 20 first responders are studying Mandarin Chinese for about two hours a week. The class is the first of its kind. It is offered by the New York City Fire Department Foundation.
The U.S. Census Bureau recently reported that some New York neighbourhoods are made up mostly of immigrants. Some people have predicted that the Chinese community is likely to become New York’s largest immigrant group. They think the city will have the largest Chinese community outside of Asia.
The Census Bureau also found that almost 200 languages are spoken in the city. So， knowing different languages is important， especially if you are a first responder.
Lieutenant (中尉) Steve Lee is the president of the Fire Department’s Phoenix Society. He says that first responders must be able to communicate quickly and effectively when an emergency happens. He explains that first responders enter neighbourhoods and communities to assist people regardless of where they are from. Many times first responders do not speak the same language as the people they are called for help. He adds that it is vital， or very important， that first responders are able to communicate with the people calling for help.
“Without help from homeowners and others，” Lee adds， “discovering exactly where a fire is burning can be a real problem. First responders need to ask questions such as ‘What building？ What address？ What apartment？’And the most important question， ‘Is there anybody left in the building and where？’”
( )24. Who are first responders according to Paragraph 2？
A. People first learning the disaster.
B. People leading the emergency rescue.
C. Rescuers first reaching the disaster.
D. People first finding the disaster.
( )25. Why are the first responders in New York studying the Chinese language？
A. To show respect to Chinese immigrants.
B. To learn about Chinese culture much better.
C. To meet the rapid growth of the Chinese population.
D. To find a better job in the Chinese community.
( )26. What do first responders concern most when a fire occurs？
A. The place where the fire occurs.
B. The people trapped in the fire.
C. The language to communicate.
D. The distance covered to the fire.
( )27. What can be a suitable title for the text？
A. Mandarin Being a Must for Emergency Workers 　
B. New York’s Emergency Crews Learning Mandarin 　
C. Language Problem Disturbing First Responders’ Work 　
D. Importance of Languages Used in Emergency Rescue 　
C
In 2013， two years into her doctoral studies on forensic (法医的) jewellery， Maria Maclennan found herself in a hospital in Namibia， helping identify the victims of a plane crash that had killed everyone on board. It was the first time she had put her theoretical skills into practice， examining pieces of jewellery found in the ruins and using her knowledge of designs， materials and the industry to provide investigators with leads.
“Being a forensic jeweller is not really a job that actually exists，” Dr Maclennan， 35， said during a recent interview at her office in Edinburgh. “In some ways， it’s something I’ve made up and am still making up as I go.” Since then she has helped identify the victims of many catastrophes， including building collapses， natural disasters and terrorist attacks. And while the situations can be miserable—sometimes， she said， the jewellery was all but fused (熔合) into human remains—she has approached the job as a professional： “You’re wearing your forensic gloves and it’s all very methodical and detached (不带感情的) from the person， the human being.”
But there is a part of the process that she finds emotionally difficult. “It’s at the end， the returning， when you give the belongings back to the family， which really strikes me，” she said. “You look at the piece as a sort of a representation of the individual. Especially， I think， in the absence of the human body.”
Dr Maclennan now is a member of a disaster victim identification team for Blake Emergency Services， based in Cheshire， England. “Maria is the only one who does what she does，” said Carole Davenport， the archaeology manager at Blake. “She’s at the forefront of a field that she invented. She took the skills she learned as a jeweller and she applied this to the forensics world. Jewellery can be particular to areas， and there are certain unique things about jewellery that can help you almost read the life of a person. That’s what Maria does.”
( )28. What did Maclennan apply her jewellery knowledge to？
A. Furthering her doctoral studies.
B. Designing custom-made jewellery.
C. Recognising the identities of victims.
D. Reforming forensic jewellery industry.
( )29. What is Paragraph 2 mainly about？
A. What Maclennan does as a forensic jeweller.
B. When forensic jewelry came into existence.
C. Why Maclennan chose to be a forensic jeweller.
D. How forensic jewellers are viewed by the public.
( )30. How does Maclennan feel while returning victims’ belongings？
A. She is hardly affected as it is a routine for her.
B. She feels sorry for what she has done to the victims.
C. She is relieved that the process brings comfort to the victims’ families.
D. She feels sad as she has deep empathy for the victims’ families.
( )31. How does Davenport describe Maclennan in the last paragraph？
A. Firm and ambitious.
B. Innovative and competent.
C. Intelligent and generous.
D. Sensitive and responsible.
D
A new initiative by North American and European airports helps reduce stress for travellers with invisible disabilities such as dementia， Alzheimer’s， brain injuries， autism and mild cognitive impairment. Sunflower lanyards (挂绳) are issued to identify travellers with memory or sensory needs. Quiet rooms， noise-cancelling headphones and assistance by airline staff are all part of the programme at some airports.
First introduced at London’s Gatwick Airport in 2016， the discreet lanyards are available for passengers with invisible disabilities to help identify people who may need extra help or additional time to complete a task while travelling. How did it start？ The Air Carrier Access Act， which was passed in 1986， specifically addresses airlines’ treatment of people with disabilities. Among the provisions are making it illegal to discriminate against travellers because of a disability and providing assistance with boarding， deplaning and making connecting flights.
Gatwick Airport created the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Lanyard Programme. The purpose of the programme is to help people with hidden disabilities have confidence to travel independently， knowing that they will receive the support that they may need at every stage of their journey. From the terminal to boarding the flight， on the flight and arriving at their destination.
Since 2016 when the Sunflower was launched at Gatwick， thousands of businesses across a wide range of sectors have joined the global Sunflower network， ranging from retail and travel to tourism. Transport isn’t just limited to airports either， with railway networks， coach and bus services and ferries included. Education (universities， schools and colleges)， healthcare， central and local government agencies use the Sunflower， as do football teams， theme parks， theatres and financial institutions.
Only 17 percent of people with a disability were born with it. For many that disability is not visible and develops at some point in their life. It’s the largest minority group in the world， and it’s one that any of us can join at any time. This represents 16 percent of the world’s population， or one in six of us. That figure is increasing due to a growing and ageing population combined with medical advances.
( )32. Who may benefit from the Sunflower Lanyard Programme？
A. Tom in a wheelchair.
B. Jerry suffering from brain damage.
C. David wearing reading glasses.
D. Jason communicating in sign language.
( )33. Why was the Sunflower Lanyard Programme set up？
A. To recognise travellers with invisible disabilities.
B. To relieve boredom for travellers with invisible disabilities.
C. To enhance invisibly disabled travellers’ courage to travel alone.
D. To reduce discrimination against travellers with invisible disabilities.
( )34. What can be concluded from the last two paragraphs？
A. People with disabilities are not a significant part of the world’s population.
B. The influence of the Sunflower lanyard is expanding.
C. An all-round training has been made available to travellers on airlines.
D. Medical advances have completely cured many people with disabilities.
( )35. Which section of a website does the text probably come from？
A. Society.
B. Art.
C. Economy.
D. Technology.
第二节　(共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
The ability to move around from one place to another is the biggest virtue one can ever have. We humans possess an extraordinary virtue of seeing， experiencing and learning from it， and this is precisely what makes our journeys more satisfying and enriching.
People travel for various reasons. 　36　 Though every person may have his/her own reason to go on a journey， it is essential to note that travelling， in itself， has some inherent advantages. For one， for some days getting away from everyday routine is a pleasant change. 　37　 It makes a person forget his/her worries， problems， frustrations， and fears， although for some time. It gives him/her a chance to think wisely and constructively. Travelling also helps to heal； it can mend a broken heart.
　38　 Whether a person travels alone or with family and friends， the experience definitely gives him/her nice and exciting stories， which he/she can share with people back home. In fact， travelling away from home and spending time with near and dear ones can give the relationship an entirely new perspective and possibility. People may start understanding each other in a better way.
With people， their culture， thoughts and ideas also travel. When they go from one place to the other， they are bound to meet people and share their thoughts and experiences with them. This is where the exchange of ideas takes place， and it definitely broadens a person’s outlook. 　39　 It is very interesting to discover new and unknown ways and values； they really add spice to life.
　40　 It makes us more sensitive and more tolerant towards others. It makes it easier for us to meet and mix with different kinds of people， and also teaches us to live life to the fullest.
A. Travelling also creates lifelong memories.
B. Some find travelling an extremely boring activity.
C. Humans have been travelling for a variety of reasons.
D. It not only refreshes one’s body， but also mind and soul.
E. It makes him/her think in a different way from a different perspective.
F. Above all， travelling enables us to spend some time with our own selves.
G. Some travel for work， others for fun， and some for finding mental peace.
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40. 第三部分　语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节　(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Emma and Noah used to play E-games at home during vacation. This time they decided to have a(n) 　41　 cruiser (邮轮) trip. As soon as they 　42　 the ship， they couldn’t believe their eyes. The deck was filled with bright blue pools， water slides， and even a mini golf course.
They rushed to the top deck to get a 　43　 of the endless ocean， feeling the warm wind and hearing the waves 　44　 the side of the ship. At night， they found themselves at the 　45　 movie theater， where they 　46　 into comfortable seats under the stars. A robot 　47　 them popcorn， and they couldn’t stop 　48　 how cool it was. As the thriller began， the screen was so big and the sound so clear， it felt like they were in the 　49　.
The next day， the ship docked at a beautiful island. The water was crystal clear， so the friends 　50　 put on their snorkels (浮潜通气管). They dove in， swimming through schools of colorful fish and watching a sea turtle glide 　51　 by. The ocean felt like a giant 　52　 ， and they spent hours 　53　.
After travelling together， the friends realised how much they had grown 　54　. They promised to go on more 　55　， knowing their love for exploring would last forever.
( )41. A. change B. break
C. option D. exchange
( )42. A. ran into B. stepped on
C. looked at D. left for
( )43. A. smell B. taste
C. view D. touch
( )44. A. crashing against
B. whispering to
C. singing for
D. disappearing from
( )45. A. all-weather B. high-tech
C. low-cost D. open-air
( )46. A. settled B. burst
C. looked D. dived
( )47. A. bought B. cooked
C. threw D. delivered
( )48. A. dreaming of B. wondering about
C. laughing at D. figuring out
( )49. A. romance B. horror
C. fantasy D. history
( )50. A. eagerly B. reluctantly
C. carelessly D. gently
( )51. A. angrily B. gracefully
C. impatiently D. nervously
( )52. A. classroom B. kitchen
C. library D. playground
( )53. A. sleeping B. arguing
C. exploring D. resting
( )54. A. richer B. older
C. closer D. wiser
( )55. A. duties B. adventures
C. dates D. harbor
非选择题部分
第二节　(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。
A Florida boy who called 911 because he was lonely has now made friends with a kind-hearted police officer.
Tallahassee police officer Joe White responded 　56　 a call made by a six-year-old boy. While there 　57　 (be) no emergency at the house， White said the child was upset and told him he was lonely.
“It took Officer White some time 　58　 (explain) how 911 is used and how it’s for emergencies，” read a post on the Tallahassee Police Department’s website page. “Then Officer White said he’d always to be a friend！”
In addition to 　59　 (give) the child a lesson on the proper use of 911， White gave the child a stuffed animal and let him sit in his car.
Since the heart-warming story was shared， it 　60　 (attract) hundreds of 　61　 (comment) from people touched by the tale.
“It’s such 　62　 extraordinary story！ I really admire Officer White for being just what this young man needed—a friend. And it’s also a great opportunity for a learning experience—the 　63　 (important) of using 911 properly. What White has done 　64　 (positive) influences on those 　65　 have been inspired by this story. I hope they will keep up the friendship，” wrote Jean Smith.
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第四部分　写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节　应用文写作(满分15分)
假定你是李华，你校学生会拟在寒假期间组织学习消防安全教育课程。请你以校学生会的名义用英语写一封信，号召同学积极参与，内容包括：
1. 时间和地点；
2. 课程内容；
3. 课程的意义。
注意：
1. 词数80左右；
2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3. 开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。
参考词汇： 消防firefighting
Dear fellow students，
The Students’ Union
第二节　读后续写(满分25分)
阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。
In the heart of Daventry， five-year-old Oliver always cherishes tender moments with his mother， Codi Pow， who was a dedicated student nurse in the hospital in the town.
Codi has suffered from high blood pressure since a young age， and grapples with persistent health issues， which could easily trigger potential stroke or heart problems. She still remembers in the winter when her son was three years old， she got an unexpected tooth infection， which worsened dramatically， leaving her in hospital for a week. That tooth infection almost brought an end to her life.
As a student nurse， Codi navigates her daily routine with enormous care. She knows clearly that she should attend to herself well， taking pills on time， curbing her emotions， reducing the sodium intake， and so on. Her doctor’s repeated warnings echo in her mind， emphasising the need to avoid infection that could lead to severe complications (并发症).
Oliver lives a life no different from other kids in the neighbourhood， filled with playful activities， joyous singing， and the routine trips to kindergarten. What sets him apart is that he stands out for his unique passion： health and safety. During playtime， he eagerly absorbs himself in a toy first-aid kit and asks his mum about medical things. Oliver has collected a surprising amount of knowledge on health and safety， despite being just five.
One quiet Sunday morning， while preparing breakfast for Oliver， Codi felt it a bit difficult to breathe. She went to the hospital with chest pain， swelling in her neck and a lump in the same area. She had a blood test， chest X-ray and ECG before being sent home and advised to see her doctor later after she got the test reports.
By 1：30 in the afternoon， Codi was doing washing in the kitchen while chatting with Oliver when her condition drastically worsened. She felt a high fever， the sign of a possible infection. All of a sudden， she had a blackout， and her legs gave out. She fell onto the kitchen floor like a sack of sand.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为 150 左右；
2. 续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好。
Paragraph 1：
Witnessing his mother collapse in the kitchen， Oliver was horrified.
Paragraph 2：
Codi was swiftly attended to by the medical professionals.阶段核心素养测评卷(二)
选择题部分
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。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。
(　A　)1. Where does the conversation probably take place？
A. On the street.
B. In a café.
C. In a bakery.
W： Mike， what have you been busy with recently？
M： I’ve been working overtime since last week.
W： That sounds terrible.It’s boiling hot outside. Let’s find a place to sit. How about the café next to the bakery？
(　C　)2. What are the speakers mainly talking about？
A. A new programme.
B. A speech.
C. An appointment.
M： Could you give an exclusive interview about your newly launched program me at 10：00 a.m. tomorrow？
W： I’m sorry， but I’ll be making a speech then. Can we reschedule it for another time？
M： Sure.
(　B　)3. When is the woman’s reservation？
A. On October 16th.
B. On October 18th.
C. On October 25th.
M： What date would you like to book the table for？
W： The 16th of October. Oh， sorry. I forget that’s my departure date. I will arrive in York in two days.
M： Done. A deposit of $25 is required.
(　B　)4. What does the man suggest the woman do？
A. Use an app.
B. Join a group.
C. Bring a book.
M： If you are new to picking mushrooms in the forest， I wouldn’t recommend relying on pictures in books to identify them.
W： What about using phone apps？
M： You can’t expect strong cell phone signals there. If possible， go with a few people led by experts.
(　A　)5. Whose advice does the woman want to seek？
A. Mr Ward’s.
B. Mr Maude’s.
C. Ms Robbins’s.
W： No worries. Mr Maude will have the report ready for you. But I’m at a loss now. Have you seen Mr Ward？ I need his unique opinions about an issue.
M： He went out to pick up Ms Robbins.
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。
(　C　)6. What is the probable relationship between the speakers？
A. Husband and wife.
B. Uncle and nephew.
C. Neighbours.
(　B　)7. What will a cat do when it feels anxious？
A. Hold its tail up.
B. Stay close to the ground.
C. Keep its eyes half-closed.
W： Hey， Felix. I heard your cat crying in your yard last night. What was wrong with her？
M： I’m sorry. Lily must have disturbed you. She felt scared because my uncle paid me a visit. I saw all her hair standing on end.
W： Wow， you know a lot about the cat’s body language. Could you tell me more about it？
M： Sure. If a cat’s tail is upright， or its eyes are half-closed， it means it is relaxed. And when the cat stays low to the ground trying to hide， it indicates that it’s feeling stressed.
W： Interesting. Animals also have their own ways of expressing emotions.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
(　C　)8. What did the man do before 2010？
A. A manager.
B. A teacher.
C. A consultant.
(　A　)9. What is the man’s second suggestion？
A. Setting a shared goal.
B. Chatting with students.
C. Holding a weekly class meeting.
W： Mr Johnson， I heard that you are an expert in classroom management. Would you please share some tips with me？
M： Sure. I worked as an educational consultant right before becoming a teacher in 2010. When it comes to classroom management， the most important thing is to build a sense of community.
W： It sounds a bit abstract. Any details？
M： First， hold a meeting with your class once a week. This gives you a chance to keep track of how your students are doing and present concerns to them.
W： I believe that is what all teachers should do.
M： Yeah. Then， create a goal for the course and ask students to work together toward it.
W： I agree.
M： And let students know how they can contact you. Chat with them before， during， and after class to engage with your students.
听第8段材料，回答第10至13题。
(　B　)10. How does the woman sound at first？
A. Grateful.
B. Anxious.
C. Doubtful.
(　B　)11. What do we know about the word Hogmanay？
A. It was invented in 1561.
B. Its origin is still unclear.
C. It was widely used in France.
(　A　)12. What is the tradition of the first footing during Hogmanay？
A. Bringing bread and coal as gifts.
B. Visiting friends before midnight.
C. Watching a traditional comedy with friends.
(　A　)13. Where does the woman come from？
A. Germany.
B. France.
C. Britain.
W： Steve， my essay centred on Scottish culture is nearly driving me crazy. I need your help. Tell me something about Hogmanay please.
M： Hogmanay is a Scottish word for the last day of the year or New Year’s Eve. We don’t know exactly where the word comes from. It is thought to have first been used widely after Mary， Queen of Scots， returned to Scotland from France in 1561.
W： How do you celebrate during Hogmanay？
M： First footing is a traditional part of Hogmanay celebrations. First footing is when you visit friends or family immediately after midnight to become the first person to visit them in the new year. The first person should bring dark rye bread and a piece of coal to ensure the people you’re visiting don’t go hungry or suffer from the cold in the coming months.
W： Interesting！ In Germany， we usually watch the British comedy sketch Dinner for One during the New Year.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
(　C　)14. What is the advantage of the shuttle bus compared to the Greyhound bus？　
A. Lower cost.
B. Easier booking process.
C. More frequent departures.
(　B　)15. How much will the woman pay？
A. $15.
B. $28.
C. $35.
(　B　)16. What will the woman do next？
A. Catch a flight.
B. Look for her credit card.
C. Book a private hotel.
M： Hello， David speaking. How may I help you？
W： Hello， this is Helen. I’m flying to Toronto the day after tomorrow. Could you tell me how I can get to Milton from the airport？
M： You can take a Greyhound bus or use the airport shuttle service.
W： The Greyhound bus sounds good. How much does it cost per person？
M： $15 one way， or $27.50 return. But there is only one bus a day. It leaves at 3：45 p.m.
W： We are due to arrive at 11：30 a.m. That will keep us waiting for more than four hours！ What about the shuttle bus？
M： It will take you right to your hotel or private address. There is one every two hours.
W： Great. Please reserve a one-way ticket for me.
M： Okay. $35 per person. And since the Canadian International Air Show is currently going on， you can also enjoy a 20％ discount. I need your flight number and credit card number.
W： Hold on. I have forgotten the card number. Let me get my card from my study.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
(　C　)17. What is the speaker doing？
A. Reporting a piece of news.
B. Providing first-aid training.
C. Hosting an award ceremony.
(　C　)18. What symptom did Jessica notice in her client？
A. The sound of choking.
B. A sudden drop in blood pressure.
C. Inability to communicate properly.
(　A　)19. What was the immediate action taken by Jessica？
A. She called 911 at once.
B. She updated the client’s situation.
C. She gave the client some medicine.
(　A　)20. What is mainly introduced by the speaker？
A. Jessica’s lifesaving efforts.
B. Jessica’s chat with a client.
C. Richard’s race against time.
When night fell， around the same time as now， Jessica Rhea was chatting with a client. During the conversation， Jessica noticed that something was wrong. The client began to drop off and had problems understanding what Jessica was saying—classic signs of a stroke. Jessica did not hesitate to take immediate action. She called 911 at once， making sure that the client would receive urgent medical attention. Meanwhile， Jessica contacted the emergency centre to inform the doctors of the situation. Jessica’s response did not stop there. She contacted the emergency centre again to provide the most recent situation about the client. Her ability to quickly identify the signs of a stroke and take effective action undoubtedly saved the client’s life. We could not be more proud of Jessica. And her outstanding efforts should be highlighted. Jessica Rhea’s actions serve as a powerful reminder of the critical role that caregivers play in the lives of their clients. Now， let’s welcome Richard Rochester to present Jessica Rhea with the Lifesaving Award.
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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
The Four Most Exotic Black Sand Beaches
in the World
Papenoo Beach： Tahiti， French Polynesia
Popular with surfers， this remote black beach on Tahiti’s northern coast boasts some of the most impressive waves in the world. Here you will discover more breathtaking natural beauty of the island， with its green mountains and picturesque scenery. Not-to-be-missed sights include the spectacular waterfalls： Topatari， Puraha and Vaiharuru Waterfalls.
Lovina Beach： Indonesia
A highlight of this beach destination is visiting Kalibukbuk， one of the coastal villages along Lovina Beach， and the Kalibukbuk Buddhist Temple on the beach. There is also an abundance of incredible marine and underwater life， so diving is a popular relaxation， but the main draw for beachgoers is spotting the playful bottle-nosed dolphins.
Stokksnes Beach： Iceland
One of Iceland’s most dramatic landscapes is the mountain Vestrahorn on the Stokksnes Peninsula in southeast Iceland. The magical setting here was featured in the Bollywood movie Dilwale. It’s a popular destination for photographers but surprisingly not a big tourist spot； this privately owned land charges a small fee to visit. You can visit the Stokksnes Beach on a group Ring Road tour or a self-driving circuit of the country.
Perissa Beach： Santorini， Greece
Situated in southeastern Santorini， this unique black beach boasts crystal clear waters and the rocky Mesa Vouno Mountain. For more active pursuits beyond sunbathing and swimming， visitors can rent water sports equipment for other fun activities like diving. You can also hike to the top of Mesa Vouno to visit the ancient ruins of the city of Thera.
语篇解读：本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了世界上最具异国情调的四个黑沙海滩。
(　D　)21. Which of the following landscapes is a must for tourists in Papenoo Beach？
A. Waves.
B. Valleys.
C. Mountains.
D. Waterfalls.
【解析】细节理解题。根据Papenoo Beach： Tahiti， French Polynesia部分中的“Not-to-be-missed sights include the spectacular waterfalls： Topatari， Puraha and Vaiharuru Waterfalls.”可知，瀑布景观是游客在帕佩诺海滩必看的。
(　C　)22. Which place best suits people who enjoy taking pictures？
A. Papenoo Beach.
B. Lovina Beach.
C. Stokksnes Beach.
D. Perissa Beach.
【解析】细节理解题。根据Stokksnes Beach： Iceland部分中的“It’s a popular destination for photographers but surprisingly not a big tourist spot”可知，斯托克斯内斯海滩最适合喜欢拍照的人。
(　B　)23. What do Lovina Beach and Perissa Beach have in common？
A. They are good places to hike.
B. Visitors can go diving for relaxation.
C. Both are rich in underwater life.
D. Tourists can visit ancient coastal villages.
【解析】细节理解题。根据Lovina Beach： Indonesia部分中的“There is also an abundance of incredible marine and underwater life， so diving is a popular relaxation”及Perissa Beach： Santorini， Greece部分中的“For more active pursuits beyond sunbathing and swimming， visitors can rent water sports equipment for other fun activities like diving.”可知，罗威纳海滩和佩里萨海滩的共同之处是游客可以去潜水放松。
B
When emergency workers arrive at an old firehouse in New York City， the way they greet each other is not what you might expect. These first responders say “ni hao！”， which means “hello” in Mandarin Chinese.
First responders are the first emergency workers to arrive at a fire， traffic accident or other emergencies. Some first responders are firefighters， while others can be emergency medical technicians.
In Brooklyn， New York， over 20 first responders are studying Mandarin Chinese for about two hours a week. The class is the first of its kind. It is offered by the New York City Fire Department Foundation.
The U.S. Census Bureau recently reported that some New York neighbourhoods are made up mostly of immigrants. Some people have predicted that the Chinese community is likely to become New York’s largest immigrant group. They think the city will have the largest Chinese community outside of Asia.
The Census Bureau also found that almost 200 languages are spoken in the city. So， knowing different languages is important， especially if you are a first responder.
Lieutenant (中尉) Steve Lee is the president of the Fire Department’s Phoenix Society. He says that first responders must be able to communicate quickly and effectively when an emergency happens. He explains that first responders enter neighbourhoods and communities to assist people regardless of where they are from. Many times first responders do not speak the same language as the people they are called for help. He adds that it is vital， or very important， that first responders are able to communicate with the people calling for help.
“Without help from homeowners and others，” Lee adds， “discovering exactly where a fire is burning can be a real problem. First responders need to ask questions such as ‘What building？ What address？ What apartment？’And the most important question， ‘Is there anybody left in the building and where？’”
语篇解读：本文是一篇新闻报道。文章主要讲述了纽约消防急救队为了方便沟通，及时营救被困人员而学习汉语的故事。
(　C　)24. Who are first responders according to Paragraph 2？
A. People first learning the disaster.
B. People leading the emergency rescue.
C. Rescuers first reaching the disaster.
D. People first finding the disaster.
【解析】细节理解题。根据第二段中的“First responders are the first emergency workers to arrive at a fire， traffic accident or other emergencies.”可知，第一响应者是指最先到达灾难现场的救援者。
(　C　)25. Why are the first responders in New York studying the Chinese language？
A. To show respect to Chinese immigrants.
B. To learn about Chinese culture much better.
C. To meet the rapid growth of the Chinese population.
D. To find a better job in the Chinese community.
【解析】细节理解题。根据第四段中的“Some people have predicted that the Chinese community is likely to become New York’s largest immigrant group.”可知，华人很可能会成为纽约最大的移民群体，急救人员学习汉语就是为了应对随之而来的语言挑战。
(　B　)26. What do first responders concern most when a fire occurs？
A. The place where the fire occurs.
B. The people trapped in the fire.
C. The language to communicate.
D. The distance covered to the fire.
【解析】推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“And the most important question， ‘Is there anybody left in the building and where？’”可知，急救人员最关心的是被困在火里的人。
(　B　)27. What can be a suitable title for the text？
A. Mandarin Being a Must for Emergency Workers 　
B. New York’s Emergency Crews Learning Mandarin 　
C. Language Problem Disturbing First Responders’ Work 　
D. Importance of Languages Used in Emergency Rescue 　
【解析】标题归纳题。通读全文可知，本文主要讲述了纽约急救队为了及时营救被困人员而学习汉语的故事。因此选项B“纽约紧急救援人员学习普通话”适合作为本文标题。
C
In 2013， two years into her doctoral studies on forensic (法医的) jewellery， Maria Maclennan found herself in a hospital in Namibia， helping identify the victims of a plane crash that had killed everyone on board. It was the first time she had put her theoretical skills into practice， examining pieces of jewellery found in the ruins and using her knowledge of designs， materials and the industry to provide investigators with leads.
“Being a forensic jeweller is not really a job that actually exists，” Dr Maclennan， 35， said during a recent interview at her office in Edinburgh. “In some ways， it’s something I’ve made up and am still making up as I go.” Since then she has helped identify the victims of many catastrophes， including building collapses， natural disasters and terrorist attacks. And while the situations can be miserable—sometimes， she said， the jewellery was all but fused (熔合) into human remains—she has approached the job as a professional： “You’re wearing your forensic gloves and it’s all very methodical and detached (不带感情的) from the person， the human being.”
But there is a part of the process that she finds emotionally difficult. “It’s at the end， the returning， when you give the belongings back to the family， which really strikes me，” she said. “You look at the piece as a sort of a representation of the individual. Especially， I think， in the absence of the human body.”
Dr Maclennan now is a member of a disaster victim identification team for Blake Emergency Services， based in Cheshire， England. “Maria is the only one who does what she does，” said Carole Davenport， the archaeology manager at Blake. “She’s at the forefront of a field that she invented. She took the skills she learned as a jeweller and she applied this to the forensics world. Jewellery can be particular to areas， and there are certain unique things about jewellery that can help you almost read the life of a person. That’s what Maria does.”
语篇解读：本文是一篇新闻报道。文章主要介绍了法医珠宝学专家Maria Maclennan的工作经历、专业技能以及在灾难受害者身份识别领域所作出的贡献。
(　C　)28. What did Maclennan apply her jewellery knowledge to？
A. Furthering her doctoral studies.
B. Designing custom-made jewellery.
C. Recognising the identities of victims.
D. Reforming forensic jewellery industry.
【解析】细节理解题。根据第一段中的“Maria Maclennan found herself in a hospital in Namibia， helping identify the victims of a plane crash that had killed everyone on board”可知，Maclennan将她的珠宝知识应用于识别受害者的身份。
(　A　)29. What is Paragraph 2 mainly about？
A. What Maclennan does as a forensic jeweller.
B. When forensic jewelry came into existence.
C. Why Maclennan chose to be a forensic jeweller.
D. How forensic jewellers are viewed by the public.
【解析】段落大意题。通读第二段的内容可知，本段主要介绍了Maclennan作为法医珠宝专家的工作内容和经历。
(　D　)30. How does Maclennan feel while returning victims’ belongings？
A. She is hardly affected as it is a routine for her.
B. She feels sorry for what she has done to the victims.
C. She is relieved that the process brings comfort to the victims’ families.
D. She feels sad as she has deep empathy for the victims’ families.
【解析】推理判断题。根据第三段中Maclennan所说的话可知，Maclennan在归还受害者遗物时感到悲伤，因为她对受害者家属怀有深切同情。
(　B　)31. How does Davenport describe Maclennan in the last paragraph？
A. Firm and ambitious.
B. Innovative and competent.
C. Intelligent and generous.
D. Sensitive and responsible.
【解析】观点态度题。根据最后一段中的“Maria is the only one who does what she does”及“She’s at the forefront of a field that she invented. She took the skills she learned as a jeweller and she applied this to the forensics world.”可知，Davenport认为Maclennan富有创新精神且能力出众。
D
A new initiative by North American and European airports helps reduce stress for travellers with invisible disabilities such as dementia， Alzheimer’s， brain injuries， autism and mild cognitive impairment. Sunflower lanyards (挂绳) are issued to identify travellers with memory or sensory needs. Quiet rooms， noise-cancelling headphones and assistance by airline staff are all part of the programme at some airports.
First introduced at London’s Gatwick Airport in 2016， the discreet lanyards are available for passengers with invisible disabilities to help identify people who may need extra help or additional time to complete a task while travelling. How did it start？ The Air Carrier Access Act， which was passed in 1986， specifically addresses airlines’ treatment of people with disabilities. Among the provisions are making it illegal to discriminate against travellers because of a disability and providing assistance with boarding， deplaning and making connecting flights.
Gatwick Airport created the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Lanyard Programme. The purpose of the programme is to help people with hidden disabilities have confidence to travel independently， knowing that they will receive the support that they may need at every stage of their journey. From the terminal to boarding the flight， on the flight and arriving at their destination.
Since 2016 when the Sunflower was launched at Gatwick， thousands of businesses across a wide range of sectors have joined the global Sunflower network， ranging from retail and travel to tourism. Transport isn’t just limited to airports either， with railway networks， coach and bus services and ferries included. Education (universities， schools and colleges)， healthcare， central and local government agencies use the Sunflower， as do football teams， theme parks， theatres and financial institutions.
Only 17 percent of people with a disability were born with it. For many that disability is not visible and develops at some point in their life. It’s the largest minority group in the world， and it’s one that any of us can join at any time. This represents 16 percent of the world’s population， or one in six of us. That figure is increasing due to a growing and ageing population combined with medical advances.
语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了欧洲和北美机场推出的一项新举措。该举措为患有痴呆、阿尔茨海默病、脑损伤、孤独症和轻度认知障碍等隐性残疾的旅客提供帮助，以减轻他们的旅行压力。
(　B　)32. Who may benefit from the Sunflower Lanyard Programme？
A. Tom in a wheelchair.
B. Jerry suffering from brain damage.
C. David wearing reading glasses.
D. Jason communicating in sign language.
【解析】推理判断题。根据第一段中的“A new initiative by North American and European airports helps reduce stress for travellers with invisible disabilities such as dementia， Alzheimer’s， brain injuries…”可知，该项目是为了帮助有隐性残疾(如痴呆、阿尔茨海默病、脑损伤、孤独症和轻度认知障碍等)的旅行者。
(　C　)33. Why was the Sunflower Lanyard Programme set up？
A. To recognise travellers with invisible disabilities.
B. To relieve boredom for travellers with invisible disabilities.
C. To enhance invisibly disabled travellers’ courage to travel alone.
D. To reduce discrimination against travellers with invisible disabilities.
【解析】细节理解题。根据第三段中的“The purpose of the programme is to help people with hidden disabilities have confidence to travel independently， knowing that they will receive the support that they may need at every stage of their journey.”可知，设立“向日葵挂绳”项目的目的是增强患有隐性残疾的旅行者独自旅行的勇气。
(　B　)34. What can be concluded from the last two paragraphs？
A. People with disabilities are not a significant part of the world’s population.
B. The influence of the Sunflower lanyard is expanding.
C. An all-round training has been made available to travellers on airlines.
D. Medical advances have completely cured many people with disabilities.
【解析】推理判断题。根据第四段中的“Since 2016 when the Sunflower was launched at Gatwick， thousands of businesses across a wide range of sectors have joined the global Sunflower network， ranging from retail and travel to tourism.”及最后一段中的“That figure is increasing due to a growing and ageing population combined with medical advances.”可知，残疾人群体庞大且在不断扩大，这表明向日葵挂绳的影响也会不断扩大。
(　A　)35. Which section of a website does the text probably come from？
A. Society.
B. Art.
C. Economy.
D. Technology.
【解析】推理判断题。通读全文可知，本文主要介绍了针对患有隐性残疾的旅行者的“向日葵挂绳”项目，涉及公共服务与社会关怀，属于社会版块。
第二节　(共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
The ability to move around from one place to another is the biggest virtue one can ever have. We humans possess an extraordinary virtue of seeing， experiencing and learning from it， and this is precisely what makes our journeys more satisfying and enriching.
People travel for various reasons. 　36　 Though every person may have his/her own reason to go on a journey， it is essential to note that travelling， in itself， has some inherent advantages. For one， for some days getting away from everyday routine is a pleasant change. 　37　 It makes a person forget his/her worries， problems， frustrations， and fears， although for some time. It gives him/her a chance to think wisely and constructively. Travelling also helps to heal； it can mend a broken heart.
　38　 Whether a person travels alone or with family and friends， the experience definitely gives him/her nice and exciting stories， which he/she can share with people back home. In fact， travelling away from home and spending time with near and dear ones can give the relationship an entirely new perspective and possibility. People may start understanding each other in a better way.
With people， their culture， thoughts and ideas also travel. When they go from one place to the other， they are bound to meet people and share their thoughts and experiences with them. This is where the exchange of ideas takes place， and it definitely broadens a person’s outlook. 　39　 It is very interesting to discover new and unknown ways and values； they really add spice to life.
　40　 It makes us more sensitive and more tolerant towards others. It makes it easier for us to meet and mix with different kinds of people， and also teaches us to live life to the fullest.
A. Travelling also creates lifelong memories.
B. Some find travelling an extremely boring activity.
C. Humans have been travelling for a variety of reasons.
D. It not only refreshes one’s body， but also mind and soul.
E. It makes him/her think in a different way from a different perspective.
F. Above all， travelling enables us to spend some time with our own selves.
G. Some travel for work， others for fun， and some for finding mental peace.
语篇解读：本文是一篇议论文。文章主要探讨了旅行的意义和好处，通过列举旅行的各种优势，阐述了旅行对个人成长、心理健康、人际关系以及文化视野等方面的积极影响。
36. 　G　　
【解析】 考查学生对上下文的理解。根据空格前的“People travel for various reasons.”可知，空格处会具体阐述这些原因，选项G“一些人是因为工作而旅行，另一些人是为了寻找快乐，还有一些人是寻求心灵平静”符合语境。
37. 　D　　
【解析】 考查学生对上下文的理解。空格前提到旅行本身具有一些固有的优点，空格后提到了旅行对心理和情感的益处，选项D“它不仅能使人身体得到放松，而且能治愈人的精神和灵魂”符合语境。
38. 　A　
【解析】 考查段落大意。根据下文可知，本段主要讲述了旅行会给人们带来美好和激动人心的故事，从而给人们留下美好的回忆，选项A“旅行还能留下令人终生难忘的回忆”符合语境。
39. 　E　　
【解析】 考查学生对上下文的理解。根据空格后的“It is very interesting to discover new and unknown ways and values； they really add spice to life.”可知，发现新的未知的方法和价值观是很有趣的，空格处会提到要学会从不同的角度去看待事物，选项E“这使他(她)从不同的角度思考”符合语境。
40. 　F　
【解析】 考查段落大意。根据下文内容可知，本段主要讲述了旅行能让我们有一些属于自己的时间，从而会让我们有一些意想不到的收获，选项F“最重要的是，旅行让我们有机会与自己独处”能概括本段段落大意。
第三部分　语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节　(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Emma and Noah used to play E-games at home during vacation. This time they decided to have a(n) 　41　 cruiser (邮轮) trip. As soon as they 　42　 the ship， they couldn’t believe their eyes. The deck was filled with bright blue pools， water slides， and even a mini golf course.
They rushed to the top deck to get a 　43　 of the endless ocean， feeling the warm wind and hearing the waves 　44　 the side of the ship. At night， they found themselves at the 　45　 movie theater， where they 　46　 into comfortable seats under the stars. A robot 　47　 them popcorn， and they couldn’t stop 　48　 how cool it was. As the thriller began， the screen was so big and the sound so clear， it felt like they were in the 　49　.
The next day， the ship docked at a beautiful island. The water was crystal clear， so the friends 　50　 put on their snorkels (浮潜通气管). They dove in， swimming through schools of colorful fish and watching a sea turtle glide 　51　 by. The ocean felt like a giant 　52　 ， and they spent hours 　53　.
After travelling together， the friends realised how much they had grown 　54　. They promised to go on more 　55　， knowing their love for exploring would last forever.
语篇解读：本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了Emma和Noah假期乘船旅行的经历和感受。
(　A　)41. A. change B. break
C. option D. exchange
【解析】 考查名词。根据上文中的“Emma and Noah used to play E-games at home during vacation.”及下文语境可知，他们对以往在家玩电子游戏的度假方式进行了改变。
(　B　)42. A. ran into B. stepped on
C. looked at D. left for
【解析】 考查动词短语。根据空格后的“the ship”及常识可知，此处指他们登上船。
(　C　)43. A. smell B. taste
C. view D. touch
【解析】 考查名词。根据空格后的“of the endless ocean”可知，此处指看到无边无际的海洋。get a view of意为“看到；观赏”，为固定搭配。
(　A　)44. A. crashing against
B. whispering to
C. singing for
D. disappearing from
【解析】 考查动词短语。根据空格前的“hearing the waves”及空格后的“the side of the ship”可知，海浪撞击着船舷。
(　D　)45. A. all-weather B. high-tech
C. low-cost D. open-air
【解析】 考查形容词。根据下文中的“comfortable seats under the stars”可知，这是一个露天电影院。
(　A　)46. A. settled B. burst
C. looked D. dived
【解析】 考查动词。根据空格后的“into comfortable seats”及常识可知，此处指他们在电影院舒服地坐下。settle into seats意为“坐进座位”，为固定搭配。
(　D　)47. A. bought B. cooked
C. threw D. delivered
【解析】 考查动词。根据空格前的“A robot”及空格后 “them popcorn”并结合常识可知，此处指机器人把爆米花送过来。
(　B　)48. A. dreaming of B. wondering about
C. laughing at D. figuring out
【解析】 考查动词短语。根据上文语境及空格后的“how cool it was”可知，他们对机器人送爆米花这件事感到惊奇。
(　B　)49. A. romance B. horror
C. fantasy D. history
【解析】 考查名词。根据上文中的“As the thriller began， the screen was so big and the sound so clear”可知，此处指他们在看恐怖片，而巨大的屏幕和清楚的声音让他们感觉处于恐惧之中。
(　A　)50. A. eagerly B. reluctantly
C. carelessly D. gently
【解析】 考查副词。根据上文中的“The water was crystal clear”可知，因为水很清澈，他们应该是很急切地想要去浮潜。
(　B　)51. A. angrily B. gracefully
C. impatiently D. nervously
【解析】 考查副词。根据空格前的“watching a sea turtle glide”及常识可知，海龟在水中游动应该是优雅的。
(　D　)52. A. classroom B. kitchen
C. library D. playground
【解析】 考查名词。根据上文中的“They dove in， swimming through schools of colorful fish and watching a sea turtle glide 　51　 by.”可知，海洋对他们来说就像一个游乐场。
(　C　)53. A. sleeping B. arguing
C. exploring D. resting
【解析】 考查动词。根据上文语境及下文中的“their love for exploring”可知，他们在海洋中浮潜，是在探索海洋。
(　C　)54. A. richer B. older
C. closer D. wiser
【解析】 考查形容词。根据空格前的“After travelling together， the friends realised how much they had grown”可知，一起旅行让他们的关系更亲近。
(　B　)55. A. duties B. adventures
C. dates D. harbor
【解析】 考查名词。根据空格后的“knowing their love for exploring would last forever”可知，因为这是一场探索之旅，他们承诺会有更多的冒险。
非选择题部分
第二节　(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。
A Florida boy who called 911 because he was lonely has now made friends with a kind-hearted police officer.
Tallahassee police officer Joe White responded 　56　 a call made by a six-year-old boy. While there 　57　 (be) no emergency at the house， White said the child was upset and told him he was lonely.
“It took Officer White some time 　58　 (explain) how 911 is used and how it’s for emergencies，” read a post on the Tallahassee Police Department’s website page. “Then Officer White said he’d always to be a friend！”
In addition to 　59　 (give) the child a lesson on the proper use of 911， White gave the child a stuffed animal and let him sit in his car.
Since the heart-warming story was shared， it 　60　 (attract) hundreds of 　61　 (comment) from people touched by the tale.
“It’s such 　62　 extraordinary story！ I really admire Officer White for being just what this young man needed—a friend. And it’s also a great opportunity for a learning experience—the 　63　 (important) of using 911 properly. What White has done 　64　 (positive) influences on those 　65　 have been inspired by this story. I hope they will keep up the friendship，” wrote Jean Smith.
语篇解读：本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了一名因孤独而拨打报警电话的男孩与一位善良的警察成为朋友的故事。警察借此机会教会了男孩如何正确使用报警电话。
56. 　to　　　　　　　
【解析】 考查介词。空格处表示“接电话”，respond to意为“响应；回答”，为固定搭配。
57. 　was　
【解析】 考查动词的时态和主谓一致。根据上文可知，此处应用一般过去时；又因空格后的emergency表达单数概念，be动词应用单数形式，故填was。
58. 　to explain　
【解析】 考查非谓语动词。分析句子结构可知，句子的谓语动词为took，空格处和谓语动词之间没有连词连接，应使用非谓语动词；且空格处位于“It takes/took sb…to do sth”结构中，其中It为形式主语，真正的主语为后面的不定式。
59. 　giving　
【解析】 考查非谓语动词。分析句子结构可知，句子的谓语动词为gave和let，空格处和谓语动词之间没有连词连接，应使用非谓语动词；give和主语White构成逻辑上的主谓关系，且位于介词to之后，应使用动词－ing形式作宾语。
60. 　has attracted　
【解析】 考查动词的时态和主谓一致。根据上文中的Since可知，此处指故事发生后对现在的影响，应用现在完成时；又因主语it表达单数概念，助动词应用has，故填has attracted。
61. 　comments　
【解析】 考查名词单复数。根据hundreds of可知，空格处表示复数概念，应使用单词的复数形式。
62. 　an　
【解析】 考查冠词。story为可数名词，此处表示泛指，应使用不定冠词；又因extraordinary发音以元音音素开头，故填an。
63. 　importance　
【解析】 考查词性转换。分析句子结构可知，空格处位于“the＋n.＋of”结构中，应使用important的名词形式importance。
64. 　positively　
【解析】 考查词性转换。分析句子结构可知，空格处修饰谓语动词has done，应使用副词形式positively作has done 的状语。
65. 　who　
【解析】 考查定语从句。分析句子结构可知，空格处引导限制性定语从句，并在从句中充当主语；先行词为those，指人，应使用关系代词who。
第四部分　写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节　应用文写作(满分15分)
假定你是李华，你校学生会拟在寒假期间组织学习消防安全教育课程。请你以校学生会的名义用英语写一封信，号召同学积极参与，内容包括：
1. 时间和地点；
2. 课程内容；
3. 课程的意义。
注意：
1. 词数80左右；
2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3. 开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。
参考词汇： 消防firefighting
Dear fellow students，
With the winter vacation approaching， the Students’ Union plans to organise a training class on fire safety.
As scheduled， it will be given in the school lecture hall from 4：00 p.m. to 5：00 p.m. on 20 January. At the beginning of the class， a short film will be shown， helping us know more about firefighting knowledge. After that， an expert will give a lecture on how to self-rescue and survive in case of emergency. Then under his professional guidance， we will practise offering first aid to those who get injured.
By attending the class， not only will we master some basic and practical safety skills， but also we will raise our awareness of fire safety.
Whoever interested is welcomed to join us！
The Students’ Union
第二节　读后续写(满分25分)
阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。
In the heart of Daventry， five-year-old Oliver always cherishes tender moments with his mother， Codi Pow， who was a dedicated student nurse in the hospital in the town.
Codi has suffered from high blood pressure since a young age， and grapples with persistent health issues， which could easily trigger potential stroke or heart problems. She still remembers in the winter when her son was three years old， she got an unexpected tooth infection， which worsened dramatically， leaving her in hospital for a week. That tooth infection almost brought an end to her life.
As a student nurse， Codi navigates her daily routine with enormous care. She knows clearly that she should attend to herself well， taking pills on time， curbing her emotions， reducing the sodium intake， and so on. Her doctor’s repeated warnings echo in her mind， emphasising the need to avoid infection that could lead to severe complications (并发症).
Oliver lives a life no different from other kids in the neighbourhood， filled with playful activities， joyous singing， and the routine trips to kindergarten. What sets him apart is that he stands out for his unique passion： health and safety. During playtime， he eagerly absorbs himself in a toy first-aid kit and asks his mum about medical things. Oliver has collected a surprising amount of knowledge on health and safety， despite being just five.
One quiet Sunday morning， while preparing breakfast for Oliver， Codi felt it a bit difficult to breathe. She went to the hospital with chest pain， swelling in her neck and a lump in the same area. She had a blood test， chest X-ray and ECG before being sent home and advised to see her doctor later after she got the test reports.
By 1：30 in the afternoon， Codi was doing washing in the kitchen while chatting with Oliver when her condition drastically worsened. She felt a high fever， the sign of a possible infection. All of a sudden， she had a blackout， and her legs gave out. She fell onto the kitchen floor like a sack of sand.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为 150 左右；
2. 续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好。
Paragraph 1：
Witnessing his mother collapse in the kitchen， Oliver was horrified. But instantly what he learned about health and safety flashed across his mind and contributed to his bravery and quick-thinking. He rushed to his mum’s side and took her phone， using his knowledge to call for help. He managed to dial 999， his young voice resolute and calm， bravely explaining the situation to the emergency responders. His little heart pounded with anxiety as he relayed the necessary details. Oliver also fetched a blanket for his mother. He held the phone steady to guide the paramedics to his mother’s side， displaying immense maturity far beyond his age.
Paragraph 2：
Codi was swiftly attended to by the medical professionals. They addressed the infection in her blood. Oliver’s quick response paved the way for her prompt medical intervention， ensuring that she received the timely care needed to alleviate her condition. Grateful for her son’s exceptional courage， Codi reflected on the importance of teaching children emergency procedures. Oliver’s bravery made her cherish every moment spent together as a family， leaving her immensely proud and reassured about whatever the future might hold. She beamed with pride， commending Oliver as her little hero.

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