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单元检测卷
[分值：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。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。每段对话读两遍。
1．What is the most probable relationship between the speakers
A．Customer and salesman.
B．Husband and wife.
C．Daughter and father.
2．Where are probably the speakers
A．In the classroom.
B．In a hospital.
C．In a store.
3．Why did the woman call
A．To pass on some information about the party.
B．To ask to borrow some CDs.
C．To ask whether Bill can come to the party.
4．What will the man do tonight
A．Read at home.
B．Go out to eat.
C．Work in a café.
5．What will the woman probably buy for Jane
A．A book. B．A scarf. C．A bag.
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 are the speakers
A．At a shop.
B．At a school.
C．At home.
7．What has the woman already bought
A．Beans. B．Potatoes. C．Carrots.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8．What is the woman doing
A．She is buying a house.
B．She is repainting the walls.
C．She is renting a house.
9．What is the man’s requirement
A．Signing the agreement now.
B．Keeping the walls clean.
C．Paying three years’ rent in advance.
10．How much will the woman pay
A．$900. B．$600. C．$300.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11．What kind of job did Sharon apply for
A．A driver. B．A teacher. C．A coach.
12．Where is Sharon now
A．In New York.
B．In Boston.
C．In California.
13．What can we know about James
A．He forgot the interview.
B．He failed to find a job.
C．He graduated last year.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14．Where did the woman get the information
A．From her former co-workers.
B．On a website.
C．On the Oxford job board.
15．Why does the company conduct the interview
A．To carry out more projects.
B．To support the present team.
C．To develop computer engineering.
16．What can be known about the woman
A．She got a doctor’s degree in Oxford.
B．She is accepted by the company.
C．She has some work experience.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17．What makes learning at the School of the Future special
A．Students and teachers do not have to meet.
B．The latest technology will be applied in the classroom.
C．Students use special glasses to prevent getting near-sighted.
18．How do teachers at the School of the Future help students
A．By just giving lectures.
B．By giving students special tests.
C．By providing guidance.
19．What’s different about tests at the School of the Future
A．Students get to solve real problems.
B．The tests are all done on students’ computers.
C．The tests will focus on extra-curricular knowledge.
20．Why does the School of the Future want students to love learning
A．To make the learning process enjoyable.
B．To prepare them for future challenges.
C．To help them memorize facts for exams.
第二部分　阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节　(共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
With the seasons changing，now is the perfect time to start planning summer experiences at outdoor theatres in parks，city squares，woodlands and even the side of a cliff！We’ve put together a list of the best ones to visit across the UK.
Grosvenor Park，Chester
Every summer，Storyhouse Theatre packs up their items and builds an entire amphitheatre(圆形剧场) in Grosvenor Park.This year’s programme sees an eclectic trio：
The Gangs of New York，The Importance of Being Earnest and The Wizard of Oz.I’m most excited by the first：a new adaptation written by Kieran Lynn and directed by John Young.I don’t think this story has ever been staged before and it seems like a wild pick for a summer outdoor show.
Minack Theatre，Cornwall
Built into a cliff face in Porthcurno，you hardly need an excuse to visit this theatre.Seeing anything at all，backgrounded by the azure Cornish sea，will be an unforgettable experience.This year sees touring productions of Little Shop of Horrors，and the less-known works of Shakespeare.
Pitlochry Festival Theatre，Highland Perthshire
Throughout most of the year，the Pitlochry Festival Theatre’s indoor concert hall and studio serve as their regular performance spaces.But this summer，you can see equally lavish productions at the amphitheatre，located in the woods and overlooking Ben Vrackie mountain.This year they’ll be staging Dido and Aeneas.
Shakespeare in the Squares，London
Is there anything more luxuriously summery than lazing down to your local square for a bit of Shakespeare and a picnic These guys do what they say on the tin，travelling across the squares of London with a new Shakespeare production every year.This year will be All’s Well That Ends Well.
21．Which play fascinates the author most
A．The Gangs of New York.
B．The Importance of Being Earnest.
C．The Wizard of Oz.
D．Little Shop of Horrors.
22．Where can you enjoy a play in the Pitlochry Festival Theatre this summer
A．On the cliff.
B．In the woods.
C．At a concert hall.
D．On city squares.
23．What is a proper choice for a Shakespeare fan
A．Grosvenor Park and Pitlochry Festival Theatre.
B．Pitlochry Festival Theatre and Minack Theatre.
C．Minack Theatre and Shakespeare in the Squares.
D．Pitlochry Festival Theatre and Shakespeare in the Squares.
B
Before going abroad，I was very concerned about culture shock，but it turned out that I had a harder time dealing with reverse(逆向的) culture shock when returning ing back has been a tougher transition than expected.It’s not just about transitioning back to home life；it’s also about handling the strange situation of being a different person in the same old environment.I am most terrified of waking up in a few months and feeling like I’m the same person I was before I studied abroad.
This situation is especially strange with people who have known me for a long time，like my parents，who witnessed all my major life changes before this one.I didn’t realize how much I’d changed until I interacted with them and close friends.Despite only being away for three and a half months，I quickly noticed the differences between who I was before and who I am now.Over the past few weeks at home，I’ve been wondering how to maintain the positive changes and qualities gained from my semester abroad.
I’ve realized that surroundings and situations greatly influence mindset，and keeping a certain mindset while losing its corresponding(相对应的) environment is challenging.For instance，being in Madrid taught me to be more relaxed and stress-free.However，returning to Penn State with its demanding course load makes maintaining that mentality(心态) difficult.I’ve come to realize the problem that perpetual stress about school isn’t healthy，especially after experiencing a semester of travel，fun，and academic success.Therefore，I’ve decided to work hard and study as usual but occasionally give myself a break，and do what I can to avoid getting over-stressed about tests and assignments.This means I will put in effort when necessary in order to make sure I am always caught up or ahead of class material.
Coming home has been more challenging than expected，but I’m confident I’ll get through it in the next few weeks.Nevertheless，I’m determined to maintain the important lessons I learned about myself and others in Madrid.
24．What was the author’s biggest concern when returning home
A．Going back to his original self.
B．Adapting to new surroundings.
C．Experiencing culture shock.
D．Missing old acquaintances.
25．What did the author realize after returning home
A．He should make his family familiar with his positive changes.
B．He should change his mentality to care less about his study.
C．He should adapt his mindset to fit into the old learning environment.
D．He should apply himself to his study to stay ahead of class.
26．What does the underlined word “perpetual” in paragraph 3 mean
A．Current. B．Improper.
C．Unnecessary. D．Continuous.
27．What is the passage mainly about
A．The sufferings of reverse culture shock.
B．The reflections on personal growth.
C．The adaptations to new environments.
D．The success in academic performance.
C
If you could travel in time，where would you go Perhaps you would watch a performance of a Shakespeare’s play in Elizabethan England What about hanging out with Laozi in the Spring and Autumn Period Or maybe you’d voyage far ahead of the present day to see what the future holds.
The possibility of time travel is indeed appealing.Stories exploring the subject have been around for hundreds of years.Perhaps the best-known example is science fiction novel The Time Machine，written by H．G.Wells and published in 1895.It was adapted into at least two feature films of the same name，as well as two television versions，and a large number of comic book adaptations.It is generally credited with the popularization of the concept of time travel using a vehicle that allows an operator to travel purposefully and selectively.The term “time machine”，put forward by Wells，now universally refers to a vehicle transporting people into the far future.
But could time travel actually be possible Some scientists say yes，in theory.They propose using cracks in time and space called “wormholes”，which could be used as short cuts to other periods.Einstein’s theory of relativity allows time travel in extreme circumstances.And Stephen Hawking says you could travel into the future with a really fast spaceship—going at nearly the speed of light，though building such a spaceship wouldn’t of course be simple.
Even if you could travel into the past，there is something called the “grandfather paradox”．It asks what would happen if a time traveler were to go back in time and have his own grandfather killed for some reason，and therefore prevent himself from being born.If the time traveler wasn’t born，how would he travel back in time
And would you really like to visit the future In H．G.Wells’ book，the main character travels into distant time where he arrives at a beach and is attacked by giant crabs.He then voyages 30 million years into the future where the only living thing is a black object with tentacles(触角)．
If that’s what’s in store，maybe we are better just living in the present day after all.
28．Which of the following statements is TRUE
A．It was H．G.Wells who invented the term “time machine”．
B．The Time Machine is one of the bestselling science fiction novels.
C．Works of literature about time travel first appeared one hundred years ago.
D．There are films，comic books and poems adapted from the novel The Time Machine.
29．What can we know about Einstein’s and Hawking’s theories
A．They suggest the possibility of time travel.
B．They have pushed the invention of the first spaceship.
C．They have been proved wrong by some time travelers.
D．They have similarities because both are based on experiments.
30．In paragraph 4，which idea does “grandfather paradox” probably refer to
A．The traveler is prevented from meeting his grandfather.
B．The traveler goes back in time to seek for his grandfather.
C．The grandfather’s death makes the traveler’s birth impossible.
D．The reunion of the traveler and his grandfather brings happiness.
31．According to the passage，what is probably the author’s attitude towards time travel
A．Unclear. B．Doubtful.
C．Supportive. D．Unconcerned.
D
We all agree that too much anxiety has nothing good to offer and is certainly not a welcome visitor in our lives.There are endless and heartbreaking stories about how anxiety can ruin a moment，a day，or even a life.
However，a growing number of researchers are getting the message out that anxiety is not always our enemy.Kian Patton，an expert on mental health，believes that anxiety and other unpleasant feelings actually have a role to play because we all need a bit of it to be our best selves.
Let’s look at some positive sides that anxiety has to offer.A bit of anxiety prevents us from possible dangers.Those of us with some anxiety carefully consider the effects of our behavior on others，which prevents us from becoming a bully and hurting classmates.Anxiety can and does remind us to get things done.We tend to be better prepared for the next test，the next presentation，the next day，and even life in general.
“If we pay no attention to our anxiety，we may lose these benefits，and can make things worse，” says Gaia Megan，a professor in Psychological Science.Ignoring unpleasant feelings just strengthens our worries，because we are not solving the problem.According to Gaia，the key to reducing unease is to manage anxiety by “worrying well”．But how
The trick，as she says，is to listen to anxiety，and then direct it to make changes.For example，a young man who worried about everything that could go wrong in his life was kept sleepless at night.After talking to Gaia Megan，he turned “what ifs？” anxiety into a goal-directed to-do list：“If this were to happen，then what could I do Well，I could...”
By worrying well，we can feel lighter in our mind and have a clearer map of what we should do.“Then，” Gaia advises，“let it go.It is a wave that you need to learn to ride.”
32．What is people’s common opinion about anxiety
A．It satisfies some of our needs.
B．It creates problems in our lives.
C．It is the most unpleasant feeling.
D．It helps us sort out the messages.
33．What can mild anxiety help people do
A．Avoid possible dangers.
B．Make good friends.
C．Have a successful life.
D．Create new ideas.
34．How can we manage anxiety according to Gaia Megan
A．By changing our sleep patterns.
B．By listening to others’ opinions.
C．By ignoring unpleasant feelings.
D．By directing it in a positive way.
35．Which of the following is a suitable title for the text
A．Women Scientists on Mental Health
B．Facts and Benefits of Fear and Anxiety
C．The Unsolved Mystery：Why Do We Worry
D．The Upside of Anxiety：How to Worry Well
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。
Are you guilty(内疚) of bad computer habits You might not even realize it. 36 So you should break the following bad computer habits for a healthier digital life.
Snacking at the screen
37 However，crumbs(碎屑) can damage your keyboard and become a suitable place for bacteria(细菌) to grow.Touching your skin after typing on a crumb-filled keyboard might as well harm your skin.
Leaving the computer on around the clock
Convenience often gets the better of protection，but leaving your PC or laptop on all the time can wear it down and waste electricity. 38 Your computer and your energy bill will thank you.
Marathon gaming time
Gaming can be an attractive hobby，with hours flying by as you’re addicted to the screen.However，over-gaming can lead to physical and mental stress，resulting in poor sleep，weakened immunity(免疫)，and even mental health issues. 39 After an hour of gaming，a 10-minute break can do wonders.
Using public computers carelessly
Saving passwords on your personal computer is acceptable，but doing the same on public computers is a no-no.It’s extremely easy for someone with tech to know how to get those passwords and access your personal information.Be extremely careful when using public computers. 40
So，in today’s world，where digital wellness is becoming increasingly important，let’s break bad habits and have a healthier，more mindful approach to our digital lives.
A．Remember to take a rest.
B．Make it a habit to shut it down when you’re done for the day.
C．Who doesn’t love eating snacks while looking through the web
D．However，some things you do daily can harm your tech and yourself.
E．Don’t you know a little comfort now could lead to a big headache later
F．Always exit the computer and never save passwords on public machines.
G．It’s best to shut down your computer correctly to avoid any possible damage.
第三部分　语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节　(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Two teenagers are being honored heroes for saving a man from an oncoming train just seconds before its arrival.
Freddie,15，and Harley,16，acted 41 when they saw a distressed man jump onto the 42 at Bolton-upon-Dearne station in South Yorkshire over the weekend.The friends， 43 the last train home on Saturday night as their 11 pm time limit approached，noticed the man and heard him express his 44 to end his life.
“Freddie said，‘You’re not doing that，mate，’ and without 45 ，jumped straight onto the tracks despite the 46 train，” Freddie’s mother，Jill Corbett，told Sky News.
Harley，who also jumped onto the tracks to help，said，“I wasn’t 47 about the train；I just wanted to 48 Freddie got him off the tracks.We could see the train’s headlights coming near；it’s not a very long bend.”
Freddie added，“The train 49 about 45 seconds after we got off.The man kept saying，‘you’re good boys.’ You could tell he was 50 a lot.” While expecting for help，Freddie and Harley had a heartfelt 51 with the man，learning about his troubles.
Gary Robinson of Network Rail praised the teenagers for their lifesaving 52 .In a social media post，Gary wrote，“I was called out tonight to report a male with 53 to self-harm on the railway...these two boys were his angels.They 54 him off the railway and talked with him until I arrived.They 55 saved his life！”
41．A.excitedly B．bravely
C．nervously D．smoothly
42．A.tracks B．paths
C．ways D．locations
43．A.working for B．calling for
C．searching for D．waiting for
44．A.information B．impression
C．intention D．opinion
45．A.patience B．determination
C．difficulty D．hesitation
46．A.approaching B．passing
C．starting D．parking
47．A.anxious B．crazy
C．worried D．curious
48．A.find out B．make sure
C．look out D．get around
49．A.stayed B．followed
C．ended D．arrived
50．A.struggling B．trembling
C．wandering D．whispering
51．A.report B．conversation
C．discussion D．lesson
52．A.conditions B．actions
C．achievements D．movements
53．A.reason B．belief
C．purpose D．ability
54．A.dragged B．shook
C．drove D．raised
55．A.surprisingly B．strangely
C．unfortunately D．undoubtedly
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。
As spring arrives，the Bahamas becomes a heaven for travelers.With 56. (it) clear waters and distinctive culture，spring in the Bahamas is an escape into a world of beauty and peace.
The season，with mild temperatures and gentle breezes，is a perfect time 57.___________(explore) the diverse islands.From the bustling streets of Nassau to the 58.___________(peace) beaches of Exuma，each island offers 59. unique experience.The famous pink sands of Harbour Island and the untouched nature of Andros provide a chance 60. relaxation and exploration.
Spring is also an excellent time for water sports.The calm waters are ideal for snorkeling and diving,61. (show) an underwater world of coral reefs and colorful marine life.Surfing enthusiasts will find the Bahamian waters welcoming，62. numerous events take place.Culturally，the Bahamas Junkanoo Carnival，a lively and colorful celebration of Bahamian music and heritage,63. (hold) in the spring.This event is a feast for the senses，featuring colorful 64. (costume) and energetic music.As the day ends，the Bahamian cuisine，with its mix of seafood and local flavors，offers a delightful dining journey.
Spring in the Bahamas is not just a trip；it’s an experience 65. (fill) with unforgettable moments，breathtaking natural beauty，and cultural richness.
第四部分　写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节　(满分15分)
假定你是李华，在上周五的英语课上，你班同学围绕“太空探索的必要性”这一话题展开了讨论。请给你校英文报“Voice”栏目投稿，内容包括：
1．讨论的情况；
2．你的观点。
注意：1.写作词数应为80个左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
Exploring Space，Yes or No
第二节　(满分25分)
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
As we sped away from Konglor Cave on our trusty motorbike，the sun was beating down like crazy in central Laos(老挝) at midday.We could still feel the coolness of the cave on our skin as we made our way back to Thakhek，where we had a flight booked for the next day.But little did we know that just about fifteen minutes after passing a tiny town on the dusty road，something unexpected was waiting for us.
All of a sudden，our motorbike stopped working as a result of a broken fuel line and we found that we were in the middle of a deserted road with no people in sight.As the minutes dragged on and on with no cars passing by，panic started to set in.But we knew despair wouldn’t help us get out of this mess.
Gathering our courage，we all agreed to take turns to push the motorbike back towards the town we had passed earlier.Since we didn’t have a map and were unsure about how far the town in our intended direction was，this seemed to be our best option.It was challenging to push in that heat，our clothes sticking to us and dust getting everywhere.Our feet were killing us too.As we continued pushing the motorbike under the sun，the weight of the motorbike seemed to increase with each step.
The dusty road stretched endlessly before us，disappearing into the horizon(地平线)．We had no choice but to hope that the town was not too far away.We encouraged one another with words of support and occasional laughter to lighten the mood.However，as time ticked by，it became obvious that this journey would test not only our physical strength but also our mental endurance.Doubts began to creep into our minds—what if there were no towns nearby What if we ended up going in circles
注意：1.续写词数应为150个左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
Just when we were about to lose hope，an old dusty truck appeared on the horizon.
As we left the repair shop in town，the truck driver refused to accept the money I offered him.
单元检测卷
[分值：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。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。每段对话读两遍。
1．What is the most probable relationship between the speakers
A．Customer and salesman.
B．Husband and wife.
C．Daughter and father.
2．Where are probably the speakers
A．In the classroom.
B．In a hospital.
C．In a store.
3．Why did the woman call
A．To pass on some information about the party.
B．To ask to borrow some CDs.
C．To ask whether Bill can come to the party.
4．What will the man do tonight
A．Read at home.
B．Go out to eat.
C．Work in a café.
5．What will the woman probably buy for Jane
A．A book. B．A scarf. C．A bag.
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 are the speakers
A．At a shop.
B．At a school.
C．At home.
7．What has the woman already bought
A．Beans. B．Potatoes. C．Carrots.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8．What is the woman doing
A．She is buying a house.
B．She is repainting the walls.
C．She is renting a house.
9．What is the man’s requirement
A．Signing the agreement now.
B．Keeping the walls clean.
C．Paying three years’ rent in advance.
10．How much will the woman pay
A．$900. B．$600. C．$300.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11．What kind of job did Sharon apply for
A．A driver. B．A teacher. C．A coach.
12．Where is Sharon now
A．In New York.
B．In Boston.
C．In California.
13．What can we know about James
A．He forgot the interview.
B．He failed to find a job.
C．He graduated last year.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14．Where did the woman get the information
A．From her former co-workers.
B．On a website.
C．On the Oxford job board.
15．Why does the company conduct the interview
A．To carry out more projects.
B．To support the present team.
C．To develop computer engineering.
16．What can be known about the woman
A．She got a doctor’s degree in Oxford.
B．She is accepted by the company.
C．She has some work experience.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17．What makes learning at the School of the Future special
A．Students and teachers do not have to meet.
B．The latest technology will be applied in the classroom.
C．Students use special glasses to prevent getting near-sighted.
18．How do teachers at the School of the Future help students
A．By just giving lectures.
B．By giving students special tests.
C．By providing guidance.
19．What’s different about tests at the School of the Future
A．Students get to solve real problems.
B．The tests are all done on students’ computers.
C．The tests will focus on extra-curricular knowledge.
20．Why does the School of the Future want students to love learning
A．To make the learning process enjoyable.
B．To prepare them for future challenges.
C．To help them memorize facts for exams.
答案　1.A　2.C　3.A　4.A　5.B　6.C　7.A　8.C　9.B　10.A　11.B　12.A　13.B　14.B
15．B　16.C　17.B　18.C　19.A　20.B
【听力材料】
Text 1
W：Sorry，but I don’t want this skirt.That’s too expensive for me.
M：What about this one It’s 20 dollars cheaper.But it is not made of cotton.
Text 2
W：What can I do for you Would you like some beef
M：No，thanks.I just need some vegetables and seafood.
Text 3
W：Hello.Is Bill there
M：Sorry，no.This is his brother，Tom.Can I take a message
W：Yes，please.Tell him that Angela called and that the party is on Friday night at Amy’s flat.It starts at about 7：30 in the evening.Could you please ask him to bring some of his CDs We’d like some music that we can dance to.
M：No problem.
Text 4
W：Alex，Anna just opened a café and is having a little get-together there.How about joining us
M：Oh，I don’t really want to go out tonight.I think I’ll just stay in and read.
Text 5
W：I need to get a present for Jane.It’s her birthday next week.I’ve already got her a bag，and I thought about buying her a book or a scarf this time.What do you think
M：I don’t think she reads much，so a scarf would probably be better.
W：OK.
Text 6
W：Hurry up and get dressed，or you will be late for school.
M：But I’m so tired!
W：You still have to get up.By the way，I need you to go to the shops after school today.
M：Why
W：We need carrots and potatoes for the dinner tonight.
M：Oh，is it that special pie you make
W：Yes.
M：Can you cook some green beans with it as well I can buy some when I go to the shops.
W：It’s okay.I’ve got some beans in the fridge.Now，come on，your bus leaves in ten minutes!
Text 7
W：Wow! The house is wonderful.The floor is suitable and the house has a southern exposure.It is much more convenient to air the quilt here at ordinary times.
M：Yes.You can also plant some flowers here.In summer，it’s satisfying to sit in a chair here to enjoy the cool.
W：Good.And the kitchen over there is exactly what I need，since it has plenty of space.
M：I’m glad you like it.Ms Smail，you can sign the agreement today，or you can also think it over.If you decide to rent the house，you’re requested not to dirty the walls.Otherwise，I will have to repaint them.
W：I see.We can sign the agreement now.
M：OK.The monthly rent is $300.You need to pay three months’ rent in advance.
W：No problem.
Text 8
W：Hey，James，how is the job search going
M：Hi，Sharon，I had no idea.It’ll take so much time.It sure makes it difficult to prepare for final exams.How about you
W：I was lucky.There seems to be a shortage of high-school teachers now.I applied to three schools and each one offered me a position.I haven’t decided yet.Of course，it will be easiest for me to stay here in New York or go back home to Boston，but I may go to California.
M：That will be a big move.
W：So tell me about your plans.
M：Well，I applied to six newspapers.Last week，I had an interview with The New York Times.But I think they are looking for people with some experience.
W：Have you had any other interviews
M：No，not yet.There just aren’t many jobs out there.
W：That’s too bad.
M：Yes，I had a hope to have a job lined up by graduation.That doesn’t seem likely now.
Text 9
M：Welcome to Beverly Hills Company，I’m Aaron.
W：Hello，nice to meet you.
M：I hope I didn’t keep you waiting for too long.Shall we start
W：Yes sir，I read about the position on your website and I’m very interested.
M：Good.Now we have some ongoing projects and the team is very busy.They need helpers.So we have been interviewing applicants recently to fill the position as soon as possible.
W：I see.What are the necessary requirements for this position
M：The job requires that you have at least a master’s degree in computer engineering.Some relevant experience is a definite plus for this job.
W：OK，I graduated from Oxford University with a master’s degree in computer science.I worked as a computer programmer for my former employer from 2018 to 2023.Solving Internet problems helped me get experience in this field.
M：That’s great.What are your strengths
W：I’m a fast learner and my former co-workers find me very pleasant to work with.
M：Well，there is plenty of room for career advancement in our company.I must say that you are a good choice.You will hear from us about the interview result within three days.
W：Thank you.
Text 10
M：Imagine a school where learning is like an adventure! The School of the Future is a special place where students and teachers work together in exciting ways.In this futuristic school，we use the newest technology to make learning super fun.Instead of just reading about history，we can put on special glasses and go back in time to see it happen! Teachers in the School of the Future are like guides.They help us think and be creative.We don’t just sit at desks all day；we move around and work in groups.The school has awesome spaces where we can do projects together.We can even talk to kids from other places using our computers! Tests are not just about memorizing things；we get to solve real problems.If we learn about science，we might do experiments in virtual labs.The School of the Future wants us to love learning and be ready for the future.
第二部分　阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节　(共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
With the seasons changing，now is the perfect time to start planning summer experiences at outdoor theatres in parks，city squares，woodlands and even the side of a cliff！We’ve put together a list of the best ones to visit across the UK.
Grosvenor Park，Chester
Every summer，Storyhouse Theatre packs up their items and builds an entire amphitheatre(圆形剧场) in Grosvenor Park.This year’s programme sees an eclectic trio：
The Gangs of New York，The Importance of Being Earnest and The Wizard of Oz.I’m most excited by the first：a new adaptation written by Kieran Lynn and directed by John Young.I don’t think this story has ever been staged before and it seems like a wild pick for a summer outdoor show.
Minack Theatre，Cornwall
Built into a cliff face in Porthcurno，you hardly need an excuse to visit this theatre.Seeing anything at all，backgrounded by the azure Cornish sea，will be an unforgettable experience.This year sees touring productions of Little Shop of Horrors，and the less-known works of Shakespeare.
Pitlochry Festival Theatre，Highland Perthshire
Throughout most of the year，the Pitlochry Festival Theatre’s indoor concert hall and studio serve as their regular performance spaces.But this summer，you can see equally lavish productions at the amphitheatre，located in the woods and overlooking Ben Vrackie mountain.This year they’ll be staging Dido and Aeneas.
Shakespeare in the Squares，London
Is there anything more luxuriously summery than lazing down to your local square for a bit of Shakespeare and a picnic These guys do what they say on the tin，travelling across the squares of London with a new Shakespeare production every year.This year will be All’s Well That Ends Well.
21．Which play fascinates the author most
A．The Gangs of New York.
B．The Importance of Being Earnest.
C．The Wizard of Oz.
D．Little Shop of Horrors.
答案　A
解析　细节理解题。根据Grosvenor Park，Chester部分第二段中“The Gangs of New York，The Importance of Being Earnest and The Wizard of Oz.I’m most excited by the first”可知，作者最感兴趣的剧目是The Gangs of New York。故选A。
22．Where can you enjoy a play in the Pitlochry Festival Theatre this summer
A．On the cliff.
B．In the woods.
C．At a concert hall.
D．On city squares.
答案　B
解析　细节理解题。根据Pitlochry Festival Theatre，Highland Perthshire部分中“But this summer，you can see equally lavish productions at the amphitheatre，located in the woods and overlooking Ben Vrackie mountain.”可知，今年夏天你可以在森林中的Pitlochry Festival Theatre欣赏到剧目，故选B。
23．What is a proper choice for a Shakespeare fan
A．Grosvenor Park and Pitlochry Festival Theatre.
B．Pitlochry Festival Theatre and Minack Theatre.
C．Minack Theatre and Shakespeare in the Squares.
D．Pitlochry Festival Theatre and Shakespeare in the Squares.
答案　C
解析　细节理解题。根据Minack Theatre，Cornwall部分中的“This year sees touring productions of Little Shop of Horrors，and the less-known works of Shakespeare.”以及Shakespeare in the Squares，London部分中“These guys do what they say on the tin，travelling across the squares of London with a new Shakespeare production every year.”可知，莎士比亚的粉丝可以选择Minack Theatre和Shakespeare in the Squares，故选C。
B
Before going abroad，I was very concerned about culture shock，but it turned out that I had a harder time dealing with reverse(逆向的) culture shock when returning ing back has been a tougher transition than expected.It’s not just about transitioning back to home life；it’s also about handling the strange situation of being a different person in the same old environment.I am most terrified of waking up in a few months and feeling like I’m the same person I was before I studied abroad.
This situation is especially strange with people who have known me for a long time，like my parents，who witnessed all my major life changes before this one.I didn’t realize how much I’d changed until I interacted with them and close friends.Despite only being away for three and a half months，I quickly noticed the differences between who I was before and who I am now.Over the past few weeks at home，I’ve been wondering how to maintain the positive changes and qualities gained from my semester abroad.
I’ve realized that surroundings and situations greatly influence mindset，and keeping a certain mindset while losing its corresponding(相对应的) environment is challenging.For instance，being in Madrid taught me to be more relaxed and stress-free.However，returning to Penn State with its demanding course load makes maintaining that mentality(心态) difficult.I’ve come to realize the problem that perpetual stress about school isn’t healthy，especially after experiencing a semester of travel，fun，and academic success.Therefore，I’ve decided to work hard and study as usual but occasionally give myself a break，and do what I can to avoid getting over-stressed about tests and assignments.This means I will put in effort when necessary in order to make sure I am always caught up or ahead of class material.
Coming home has been more challenging than expected，but I’m confident I’ll get through it in the next few weeks.Nevertheless，I’m determined to maintain the important lessons I learned about myself and others in Madrid.
语篇解读　这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者出国后回国所经历的逆向文化冲击，以及作者调整心态的过程。
24．What was the author’s biggest concern when returning home
A．Going back to his original self.
B．Adapting to new surroundings.
C．Experiencing culture shock.
D．Missing old acquaintances.
答案　A
解析　细节理解题。根据第一段中的“I am most terrified of waking up in a few months and feeling like I’m the same person I was before I studied abroad.”可知，作者回国后最担心的是回到原来的自己。故选A项。
25．What did the author realize after returning home
A．He should make his family familiar with his positive changes.
B．He should change his mentality to care less about his study.
C．He should adapt his mindset to fit into the old learning environment.
D．He should apply himself to his study to stay ahead of class.
答案　C
解析　细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Over the past few weeks at home，I’ve been wondering how to maintain the positive changes and qualities gained from my semester abroad.”及第三段中的“I’ve realized that surroundings and situations greatly influence mindset，and keeping a certain mindset while losing its corresponding(相对应的)environment is challenging.”可知，作者回国后意识到他应该调整自己的心态，以适应原来的学习环境。故选C项。
26．What does the underlined word “perpetual” in paragraph 3 mean
A．Current. B．Improper.
C．Unnecessary. D．Continuous.
答案　D
解析　词义猜测题。根据画线词后文“...especially after experiencing a semester of travel，fun，and academic success.Therefore，I’ve decided to work hard and study as usual but occasionally give myself a break，and do what I can to avoid getting over-stressed about tests and assignments.”可知，作者开始意识到学校的持续的压力并不健康。故可猜测画线单词perpetual为“持续的”意思，与D项“持续不断的”意思一致。故选D项。
27．What is the passage mainly about
A．The sufferings of reverse culture shock.
B．The reflections on personal growth.
C．The adaptations to new environments.
D．The success in academic performance.
答案　A
解析　主旨大意题。根据全文内容尤其是第一段中“Before going abroad，I was very concerned about culture shock，but it turned out that I had a harder time dealing with reverse(逆向的) culture shock when returning ing back has been a tougher transition than expected.”和最后一段中“Coming home has been more challenging than expected，but I’m confident I’ll get through it in the next few weeks.”可知，文章主要讲作者在从马德里回国后所经历的逆向文化冲击。故选A项。
C
If you could travel in time，where would you go Perhaps you would watch a performance of a Shakespeare’s play in Elizabethan England What about hanging out with Laozi in the Spring and Autumn Period Or maybe you’d voyage far ahead of the present day to see what the future holds.
The possibility of time travel is indeed appealing.Stories exploring the subject have been around for hundreds of years.Perhaps the best-known example is science fiction novel The Time Machine，written by H．G.Wells and published in 1895.It was adapted into at least two feature films of the same name，as well as two television versions，and a large number of comic book adaptations.It is generally credited with the popularization of the concept of time travel using a vehicle that allows an operator to travel purposefully and selectively.The term “time machine”，put forward by Wells，now universally refers to a vehicle transporting people into the far future.
But could time travel actually be possible Some scientists say yes，in theory.They propose using cracks in time and space called “wormholes”，which could be used as short cuts to other periods.Einstein’s theory of relativity allows time travel in extreme circumstances.And Stephen Hawking says you could travel into the future with a really fast spaceship—going at nearly the speed of light，though building such a spaceship wouldn’t of course be simple.
Even if you could travel into the past，there is something called the “grandfather paradox”．It asks what would happen if a time traveler were to go back in time and have his own grandfather killed for some reason，and therefore prevent himself from being born.If the time traveler wasn’t born，how would he travel back in time
And would you really like to visit the future In H．G.Wells’ book，the main character travels into distant time where he arrives at a beach and is attacked by giant crabs.He then voyages 30 million years into the future where the only living thing is a black object with tentacles(触角)．
If that’s what’s in store，maybe we are better just living in the present day after all.
语篇解读　本文是一篇议论文。作者在文章中介绍了与时间旅行有关的文学作品、理论支持以及悖论，同时表达了自己对时间旅行的观点。
28．Which of the following statements is TRUE
A．It was H．G.Wells who invented the term “time machine”．
B．The Time Machine is one of the bestselling science fiction novels.
C．Works of literature about time travel first appeared one hundred years ago.
D．There are films，comic books and poems adapted from the novel The Time Machine.
答案　A
解析　细节理解题。根据第二段中“The term ‘time machine’，put forward by Wells，now universally refers to a vehicle transporting people into the far future.”可知，是H.G.Wells首次提出了“时光机器”这一词。故选A。
29．What can we know about Einstein’s and Hawking’s theories
A．They suggest the possibility of time travel.
B．They have pushed the invention of the first spaceship.
C．They have been proved wrong by some time travelers.
D．They have similarities because both are based on experiments.
答案　A
解析　细节理解题。根据第三段中“Einstein’s theory of relativity allows time travel in extreme circumstances.And Stephen Hawking says you could travel into the future with a really fast spaceship—going at nearly the speed of light...”可知，爱因斯坦和霍金的理论表明了时间旅行的可能性。故选A。
30．In paragraph 4，which idea does “grandfather paradox” probably refer to
A．The traveler is prevented from meeting his grandfather.
B．The traveler goes back in time to seek for his grandfather.
C．The grandfather’s death makes the traveler’s birth impossible.
D．The reunion of the traveler and his grandfather brings happiness.
答案　C
解析　推理判断题。根据第四段中“It asks what would happen if a time traveler were to go back in time and have his own grandfather killed for some reason，and therefore prevent himself from being born.If the time traveler wasn’t born，how would he travel back in time？”可知，这里“grandfather paradox”指的是“祖父的死使时间旅行者的出生变得不可能”。故选C。
31．According to the passage，what is probably the author’s attitude towards time travel
A．Unclear. B．Doubtful.
C．Supportive. D．Unconcerned.
答案　B
解析　推理判断题。根据最后一段“If that’s what’s in store，maybe we are better just living in the present day after all.”可知，作者认为最好活在当下，所以作者对时间旅行持怀疑的态度。故选B。
D
We all agree that too much anxiety has nothing good to offer and is certainly not a welcome visitor in our lives.There are endless and heartbreaking stories about how anxiety can ruin a moment，a day，or even a life.
However，a growing number of researchers are getting the message out that anxiety is not always our enemy.Kian Patton，an expert on mental health，believes that anxiety and other unpleasant feelings actually have a role to play because we all need a bit of it to be our best selves.
Let’s look at some positive sides that anxiety has to offer.A bit of anxiety prevents us from possible dangers.Those of us with some anxiety carefully consider the effects of our behavior on others，which prevents us from becoming a bully and hurting classmates.Anxiety can and does remind us to get things done.We tend to be better prepared for the next test，the next presentation，the next day，and even life in general.
“If we pay no attention to our anxiety，we may lose these benefits，and can make things worse，” says Gaia Megan，a professor in Psychological Science.Ignoring unpleasant feelings just strengthens our worries，because we are not solving the problem.According to Gaia，the key to reducing unease is to manage anxiety by “worrying well”．But how
The trick，as she says，is to listen to anxiety，and then direct it to make changes.For example，a young man who worried about everything that could go wrong in his life was kept sleepless at night.After talking to Gaia Megan，he turned “what ifs？” anxiety into a goal-directed to-do list：“If this were to happen，then what could I do Well，I could...”
By worrying well，we can feel lighter in our mind and have a clearer map of what we should do.“Then，” Gaia advises，“let it go.It is a wave that you need to learn to ride.”
语篇解读　这是一篇说明文，主要讲述了焦虑并非完全是我们的敌人，适度的焦虑可以帮助我们避免可能的危险，提醒我们完成事情，而关键在于将焦虑转化为积极的力量。
32．What is people’s common opinion about anxiety
A．It satisfies some of our needs.
B．It creates problems in our lives.
C．It is the most unpleasant feeling.
D．It helps us sort out the messages.
答案　B
解析　细节理解题。由文章第一段“We all agree that too much anxiety has nothing good to offer and is certainly not a welcome visitor in our lives.There are endless and heartbreaking stories about how anxiety can ruin a moment，a day，or even a life.”可知，人们通常认为焦虑会给我们的生活带来问题。故选B项。
33．What can mild anxiety help people do
A．Avoid possible dangers.
B．Make good friends.
C．Have a successful life.
D．Create new ideas.
答案　A
解析　细节理解题。由文章第三段中“A bit of anxiety prevents us from possible dangers.”可知，轻微的焦虑可以帮助人们避免可能的危险。故选A项。
34．How can we manage anxiety according to Gaia Megan
A．By changing our sleep patterns.
B．By listening to others’ opinions.
C．By ignoring unpleasant feelings.
D．By directing it in a positive way.
答案　D
解析　推理判断题。由文章第四段中“According to Gaia，the key to reducing unease is to manage anxiety by ‘worrying well’．”以及第五段中“The trick，as she says，is to listen to anxiety，and then direct it to make changes.”可知，Gaia Megan建议以积极的方式引导焦虑，让其带来好的影响。故选D项。
35．Which of the following is a suitable title for the text
A．Women Scientists on Mental Health
B．Facts and Benefits of Fear and Anxiety
C．The Unsolved Mystery：Why Do We Worry
D．The Upside of Anxiety：How to Worry Well
答案　D
解析　标题归纳题。通读全文，尤其是根据第二段以及最后一段可知，文章主要讲述焦虑也有好处以及我们应该怎样将焦虑转化为积极的力量，让我们成为更好的自己。所以D项能够概括文章主旨，适合作为标题。故选D项。
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。
Are you guilty(内疚) of bad computer habits You might not even realize it. 36 So you should break the following bad computer habits for a healthier digital life.
Snacking at the screen
37 However，crumbs(碎屑) can damage your keyboard and become a suitable place for bacteria(细菌) to grow.Touching your skin after typing on a crumb-filled keyboard might as well harm your skin.
Leaving the computer on around the clock
Convenience often gets the better of protection，but leaving your PC or laptop on all the time can wear it down and waste electricity. 38 Your computer and your energy bill will thank you.
Marathon gaming time
Gaming can be an attractive hobby，with hours flying by as you’re addicted to the screen.However，over-gaming can lead to physical and mental stress，resulting in poor sleep，weakened immunity(免疫)，and even mental health issues. 39 After an hour of gaming，a 10-minute break can do wonders.
Using public computers carelessly
Saving passwords on your personal computer is acceptable，but doing the same on public computers is a no-no.It’s extremely easy for someone with tech to know how to get those passwords and access your personal information.Be extremely careful when using public computers. 40
So，in today’s world，where digital wellness is becoming increasingly important，let’s break bad habits and have a healthier，more mindful approach to our digital lives.
A．Remember to take a rest.
B．Make it a habit to shut it down when you’re done for the day.
C．Who doesn’t love eating snacks while looking through the web
D．However，some things you do daily can harm your tech and yourself.
E．Don’t you know a little comfort now could lead to a big headache later
F．Always exit the computer and never save passwords on public machines.
G．It’s best to shut down your computer correctly to avoid any possible damage.
语篇解读　本文是一篇说明文。文章说明了四种不良的电脑使用习惯，包括在电脑前吃零食、长时间开机、长时间玩游戏以及不当地使用公共电脑，并指出了这些习惯对电脑和个人健康的潜在危害。文章建议为了更健康的数字生活，我们应该戒除这些不良习惯。
36．答案　D
解析　根据前文“Are you guilty (内疚) of bad computer habits You might not even realize it.”可知，此处强调的是你有诸多不良的电脑习惯，但是你本身没有意识到。D选项“However，some things you do daily can harm your tech and yourself.”中的some things指代前文的“一些不良的电脑使用习惯”，这些“不良习惯”可能伤害你的电子产品和你自己，该选项符合语境。故选D。
37．答案　C
解析　根据本段小标题“Snacking at the screen”可知，本段介绍的是对着电脑屏幕吃零食的坏习惯。C选项“Who doesn’t love eating snacks while looking through the web？”与本段小标题呼应，符合语境。故选C。
38．答案　B
解析　根据前文“Convenience often gets the better of protection，but leaving your PC or laptop on all the time can wear it down and waste electricity.”可知，此处强调的是一直开着你的个人电脑或笔记本电脑会磨损它，浪费电力。B选项“Make it a habit to shut it down when you’re done for the day.”承接前文，针对一直开着电脑的坏习惯，建议应该养成关电脑的习惯，同时照应后文，符合语境。故选B。
39．答案　A
解析　根据前文“However，over-gaming can lead to physical and mental stress，resulting in poor sleep，weakened immunity(免疫)，and even mental health issues.”可知，此处强调过度玩游戏的消极后果。后文“After an hour of gaming，a 10-minute break can do wonders.”提到每玩一小时游戏，要休息10分钟。A选项“Remember to take a rest.”承前启后。故选A。
40．答案　F
解析　根据前文“Be extremely careful when using public computers.”可知，此处指出使用公共电脑要小心。空处应该给出具体建议。F选项“Always exit the computer and never save passwords on public machines.”承接前文，指出在公共计算机上不要保存自己的密码，符合语境。故选F。
第三部分　语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节　(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Two teenagers are being honored heroes for saving a man from an oncoming train just seconds before its arrival.
Freddie,15，and Harley,16，acted 41 when they saw a distressed man jump onto the 42 at Bolton-upon-Dearne station in South Yorkshire over the weekend.The friends， 43 the last train home on Saturday night as their 11 pm time limit approached，noticed the man and heard him express his 44 to end his life.
“Freddie said，‘You’re not doing that，mate，’ and without 45 ，jumped straight onto the tracks despite the 46 train，” Freddie’s mother，Jill Corbett，told Sky News.
Harley，who also jumped onto the tracks to help，said，“I wasn’t 47 about the train；I just wanted to 48 Freddie got him off the tracks.We could see the train’s headlights coming near；it’s not a very long bend.”
Freddie added，“The train 49 about 45 seconds after we got off.The man kept saying，‘you’re good boys.’ You could tell he was 50 a lot.” While expecting for help，Freddie and Harley had a heartfelt 51 with the man，learning about his troubles.
Gary Robinson of Network Rail praised the teenagers for their lifesaving 52 .In a social media post，Gary wrote，“I was called out tonight to report a male with 53 to self-harm on the railway...these two boys were his angels.They 54 him off the railway and talked with him until I arrived.They 55 saved his life！”
语篇解读　这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了两个青少年勇敢地从即将驶来的火车前救下一名企图自杀的男子的故事。
41．A.excitedly B．bravely
C．nervously D．smoothly
答案　B
解析　excitedly兴奋地；bravely勇敢地；nervously紧张地；smoothly顺利地。根据上文“Two teenagers are being honored heroes for saving a man from an oncoming train just seconds before its arrival.”可知，两个少年拯救了一名企图自杀的男士，他们表现勇敢。故选B。
42．A.tracks B．paths
C．ways D．locations
答案　A
解析　track铁轨；path小路；way方法；location位置。根据下文“I just wanted to Freddie got him off the tracks”可知，此处是指这名男子跳上了铁轨企图自杀。故选A。
43．A.working for B．calling for
C．searching for D．waiting for
答案　D
解析　work for为……工作；call for要求；search for寻找；wait for等待。根据下文“the last train home on Saturday night”可知，这两个少年在等最后一班回家的火车。故选D。
44．A.information B．impression
C．intention D．opinion
答案　C
解析　information信息；impression印象；intention意图；opinion观点。根据下文“to end his life”以及“Freddie said，‘You’re not doing that，mate，’”可知，两个少年听到男子表达他想结束生命的意图。故选C。
45．A.patience B．determination
C．difficulty D．hesitation
答案　D
解析　patience耐心；determination决心；difficulty困难；hesitation犹豫。根据下文“jumped straight onto the tracks”可知，Freddie毫不犹豫地径直跳了上去。故选D。
46．A.approaching B．passing
C．starting D．parking
答案　A
解析　approach靠近；pass经过；start开始；park停车。根据下文“We could see the train’s headlights coming near；it’s not a very long bend.”可知，能看到火车的前灯驶近，说明火车正在靠近。故选A。
47．A.anxious B．crazy
C．worried D．curious
答案　C
解析　anxious焦虑的；crazy疯狂的；worried担心的；curious好奇的。根据下文“I just wanted to Freddie got him off the tracks”可知，Harley只想帮助Freddie把男士救上来，并没有担心火车。故选C。
48．A.find out B．make sure
C．look out D．get around
答案　B
解析　find out查明；make sure确保；look out当心；get around四处走动。根据空后“Freddie got him off the tracks”可知，此处是指Harley只想确保Freddie能把男士从铁轨上拉下来。故选B。
49．A.stayed B．followed
C．ended D．arrived
答案　D
解析　stay停留；follow跟随；end结束；arrive到达。根据上文“We could see the train’s headlights coming near；it’s not a very long bend.”并结合文章首段可知，火车在两名少年救下男士后大约45秒就到了。故选D。
50．A.struggling B．trembling
C．wandering D．whispering
答案　A
解析　struggle挣扎；tremble颤抖；wander徘徊；whisper低语。根据上文“they saw a distressed man”以及他的自杀行为可知，这名男子很痛苦。故选A。
51．A.report B．conversation
C．discussion D．lesson
答案　B
解析　report报告；conversation交谈；discussion讨论；lesson课程。根据下文“learning about his troubles”可知，两个少年和男士进行了一次衷心的交谈，了解了他的烦恼。故选B。
52．A.conditions B．actions
C．achievements D．movements
答案　B
解析　condition条件；action行为；achievement成就；movement运动。根据上文“Two teenagers are being honored heroes for saving a man from an oncoming train just seconds before its arrival.”可知，Gary Robinson赞扬了这两名少年的英勇救人行为。故选B。
53．A.reason B．belief
C．purpose D．ability
答案　C
解析　reason原因；belief信仰；purpose意图；ability能力。根据上文“noticed the man and heard him express his to end his life”可知，这名男子有伤害自己的意图。故选C。
54．A.dragged B．shook
C．drove D．raised
答案　A
解析　drag拖；shake摇晃；drive驾驶；raise举起。根据上文“I just wanted to Freddie got him off the tracks”可知，两名少年把男士从铁轨上拖了下来。故选A。
55．A.surprisingly B．strangely
C．unfortunately D．undoubtedly
答案　D
解析　surprisingly令人惊讶地；strangely奇怪地；unfortunately不幸地；undoubtedly无疑地。根据上文“They him off the railway and talked with him until I arrived.”可知，两名少年的行为无疑救了这名男士的命。故选D。
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。
As spring arrives，the Bahamas becomes a heaven for travelers.With 56. (it) clear waters and distinctive culture，spring in the Bahamas is an escape into a world of beauty and peace.
The season，with mild temperatures and gentle breezes，is a perfect time 57.___________(explore) the diverse islands.From the bustling streets of Nassau to the 58.___________(peace) beaches of Exuma，each island offers 59. unique experience.The famous pink sands of Harbour Island and the untouched nature of Andros provide a chance 60. relaxation and exploration.
Spring is also an excellent time for water sports.The calm waters are ideal for snorkeling and diving,61. (show) an underwater world of coral reefs and colorful marine life.Surfing enthusiasts will find the Bahamian waters welcoming，62. numerous events take place.Culturally，the Bahamas Junkanoo Carnival，a lively and colorful celebration of Bahamian music and heritage,63. (hold) in the spring.This event is a feast for the senses，featuring colorful 64. (costume) and energetic music.As the day ends，the Bahamian cuisine，with its mix of seafood and local flavors，offers a delightful dining journey.
Spring in the Bahamas is not just a trip；it’s an experience 65. (fill) with unforgettable moments，breathtaking natural beauty，and cultural richness.
56．答案　its
解析　考查代词。修饰名词词组clear waters and distinctive culture，需用形容词性物主代词its。故填its。
57．答案　to explore
解析　考查非谓语动词。名词time后常用动词不定式作后置定语。故填to explore。
58．答案　peaceful
解析　考查形容词。修饰名词beaches，需用形容词peaceful，作定语。故填peaceful。
59．答案　a
解析　考查冠词。experience为可数名词，此处表示泛指，且unique发音以辅音音素开头，需用不定冠词a修饰。故填a。
60．答案　for
解析　考查介词。provide...for...为固定搭配，意为“为……提供……”。故填for。
61．答案　showing
解析　考查非谓语动词。空处需填非谓语动词作状语，逻辑主语calm waters和show为逻辑主谓关系，需用现在分词形式。故填showing。
62．答案　where
解析　考查定语从句。空处引导非限制性定语从句，先行词为the Bahamian waters，在定语从句中作地点状语，需用关系副词where引导。故填where。
63．答案　is held
解析　考查动词时态、语态和主谓一致。陈述客观事实，使用一般现在时，主语the Bahamas Junkanoo Carnival和hold为被动关系，需用被动语态，主语是专有名词，谓语用单数，be动词使用is。故填is held。
64．答案　costumes
解析　考查名词的数。costume为可数名词，此处表示泛指，且没有冠词限定，需填名词复数形式。故填costumes。
65．答案　filled
解析　考查非谓语动词。空处需填非谓语动词作后置定语，修饰名词experience，fill和逻辑主语experience为逻辑动宾关系，需用过去分词形式。故填filled。
第四部分　写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节　(满分15分)
假定你是李华，在上周五的英语课上，你班同学围绕“太空探索的必要性”这一话题展开了讨论。请给你校英文报“Voice”栏目投稿，内容包括：
1．讨论的情况；
2．你的观点。
注意：1.写作词数应为80个左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
Exploring Space，Yes or No
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Exploring Space，Yes or No
Last Friday witnessed a heated discussion about whether it is necessary to carry out outer space exploration in the English class.Opinions vary from person to person.
Some are in favor of space exploration，as it is of benefit to many fields concerned，including farming，technology and medicine.However，others argue that the success of space exploration is achieved at the expense of time，money and lives.
From my point of view，despite the cost，space exploration has brought us more benefits and solutions，which are far beyond our imagination.Therefore，exploring space should not be a choice but a mission for humans.
第二节　(满分25分)
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
As we sped away from Konglor Cave on our trusty motorbike，the sun was beating down like crazy in central Laos(老挝) at midday.We could still feel the coolness of the cave on our skin as we made our way back to Thakhek，where we had a flight booked for the next day.But little did we know that just about fifteen minutes after passing a tiny town on the dusty road，something unexpected was waiting for us.
All of a sudden，our motorbike stopped working as a result of a broken fuel line and we found that we were in the middle of a deserted road with no people in sight.As the minutes dragged on and on with no cars passing by，panic started to set in.But we knew despair wouldn’t help us get out of this mess.
Gathering our courage，we all agreed to take turns to push the motorbike back towards the town we had passed earlier.Since we didn’t have a map and were unsure about how far the town in our intended direction was，this seemed to be our best option.It was challenging to push in that heat，our clothes sticking to us and dust getting everywhere.Our feet were killing us too.As we continued pushing the motorbike under the sun，the weight of the motorbike seemed to increase with each step.
The dusty road stretched endlessly before us，disappearing into the horizon(地平线)．We had no choice but to hope that the town was not too far away.We encouraged one another with words of support and occasional laughter to lighten the mood.However，as time ticked by，it became obvious that this journey would test not only our physical strength but also our mental endurance.Doubts began to creep into our minds—what if there were no towns nearby What if we ended up going in circles
注意：1.续写词数应为150个左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
Just when we were about to lose hope，an old dusty truck appeared on the horizon.
As we left the repair shop in town，the truck driver refused to accept the money I offered him.
参考范文
Just when we were about to lose hope，an old dusty truck appeared on the horizon.A wave of relief washed over me when it stopped next to us.After we explained our situation with gestures to the truck driver，he rearranged items at the back of the truck for our motorbike.We squeezed into the truck and headed towards the nearest town.The ride was a bit rough，but it was filled with joy as we exchanged smiles with the kind-hearted driver.Upon arrival in town，he guided us to a small repair shop，where a skilled mechanic worked for nearly two hours until our motorbike worked smoothly again.
As we left the repair shop in town，the truck driver refused to accept the money I offered him.He made it clear through his gestures that he did not expect anything in return for helping us out.To convey my heartfelt gratitude，I pressed my hands together and bowed deeply in the Lao gesture of blessing.His eyes gleamed with joy as we bid farewell.From that day on，this motorbike has often reminded me that even in tough and uncertain times，there are always moments of unexpected kindness just waiting to be discovered.

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