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UNIT 4　JOURNEY ACROSS A VAST LAND
(限时:120分钟　满分:150分)
第一部分　听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1.What is the woman going to do
A.See a film. B.Meet Mr Green.
C.Buy a ticket.
2.Why was the man late
A.He got lost.
B.The traffic was heavy.
C.His car was stuck in the snow.
3.When should the train arrive
A.At 4:50. B.At 5:00.
C.At 5:10.
4.What kind of weather do the old couple like
A.Rainy. B.Warm. C.Snowy.
5.What will the man do on Sunday
A.Go camping. B.Go shopping.
C.Go swimming.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
6.Where does the conversation take place
A.At a store. B.In an office.
C.In a restaurant.
7.Who does the man require to meet
A.The manager. B.His friends.
C.The woman’s parents.
听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
8.What are the speakers talking about
A.Travel plans. B.Foreign cities.
C.Scenic spots.
9.What does the man pass to the woman
A.A picture. B.A newspaper.
C.A magazine.
听第8段材料,回答第10至12题。
10.What does Miss Brown hope to do
A.Hold a party. B.Meet the man.
C.Meet the woman.
11.What will the man be doing at 3:30 this afternoon
A.Having a class.
B.Attending a party.
C.Having a meeting.
12.What does the man want to know about Miss Brown
A.Her address. B.Her full name.
C.Her phone number.
听第9段材料,回答第13至16题。
13.Why did the man look unhappy
A.He didn’t feel well.
B.His teacher didn’t like his paper.
C.He failed in the English writing test.
14.How long has the man taken the writing classes
A.For less than one year.
B.For two years.
C.For three years.
15.What does the woman advise the man to do
A.Have a rest. B.Keep on trying.
C.Talk to his teacher.
16.What does the man think of his teacher
A.Strict. B.Critical.
C.Stubborn.
听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。
17.What is the speaker
A.A young guide. B.A new visitor.
C.A foreign teacher.
18.What is the speaker’s nationality
A.New Zealand. B.China.
C.Canada.
19.How did the speaker find teaching at first
A.Exciting. B.Boring.
C.Difficult.
20.What kinds of questions were asked by the students
A.Personal ones. B.Difficult ones.
C.Interesting ones.
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
The Chinese Danxia landform (地貌) is unique with great natural beauty,related to some interesting sites as well as cultural and local attractions to keep visitors busy.
Ready to explore this unique landform in China Here are the destinations for you.
Mount Danxia (Guangdong Province)
Mount Danxia is a noted (著名的) scenic area of Shaoguan in the northern part of Guangdong province.It is described as a “world-famous UNESCO geopark of China”.There are a number of temples located on the mountain range and visitors can enjoy many scenic walks in the area.There is also a river that winds through the mountain area and boat trips along the river are offered to visitors.
Big Golden Lake (Fujian Province)
Big Golden Lake is located in the northwest of Fujian Province.The Big Golden Lake is surrounded by mountains and forests.Bamboo shoots stand tall with spring water flowing through them.There are many wonderful sites,such as the Baishuiji waterfall.
Mount Longhu (Jiangxi Province)
Mount Longhu is located in Jiangxi Province.It is famous for being one of the birthplaces of Taoism,as many Taoist temples were originally built upon the mountainside.It is particularly important to the Zhengyi Dao as the Shangqing Temple and the Mansion of the Taoist Master are located here.It is known as one of the Four Sacred Mountains of Taoism.
Mount Langshan (Hunan Province)
Mount Langshan is one of China’s National Geological Parks famous for its unique Danxia landform,covering an area of 108 square kilometers.It is filled with rich natural scenery and abundant tourism resources.There are more than 500 scenic spots in Mount Langshan.Among them,the most famous ones include Tianyi Lane,Chili Peak and Fuyi River.
21.What can we learn about Mount Danxia
A.It has a waterfall.
B.It offers a boat trip.
C.It includes Tianyi Lane.
D.It is famous for its temples.
22.If you are interested in Chinese religious philosophy,you may go to 　　　　.
A.Mount Longhu
B.Big Golden Lake
C.Mount Danxia
D.Mount Langshan
23.What do the four attractions have in common
A.They are all world-famous parks.
B.They all have temples and forests.
C.They all have the typical Danxia landform.
D.They are all located in Northwest China.
B
For my birthday,I wanted to visit Yosemite National park with my family.But since I didn’t book into a hotel or cabin many weeks in advance,we had to go and come back on the same day.
Peter and I travel to Yosemite National Park at least once a year,but my family hadn’t been there in years.And it was my little sister’s first visit.I wanted this to be an unforgettable trip.
We started our day at about 10:30 a.m. in the park and left the park at about 9:00 pm.Tunnel View in the mandatory (必须的) first stop once in Yosemite.If it’s your first time in Yosemite National Park,you’ll want to stay there for hours and admire the beauty and grandness of the park.Tunnel View will take your breath away.
In this scenic viewpoint,you’re able to see Half Dome,Yosemite Valley,El Capitan and Bridalveil Fall.Tunnel View is where everyone can get “the shot”.You’ll take an excellent photo that looks like a postcard.
Bridalveil Fall is the waterfall you can see in the distance while standing at Tunnel View.Bridalveil Fall is also the first waterfall you can stop to see up close.There is a paved walkway from the parking lot to the base of the waterfall.We were there at the end of July,so there wasn’t much water but in the spring and early summer,the water is flowing in large amounts.
As it gets towards the end of your Yosemite day trip,start making your way out of Yosemite Valley towards Glacier Point.If you get there before sunset,enjoy the short hikes to get different views of the valley and Half Dome.About five minutes before sunset,a park ranger (管理者) comes and gives a talk about the sunset in Yosemite National Park.
24.Why didn’t the family stay longer in Yosemite National park
A.The author didn’t plan ahead.
B.They were often very busy.
C.The natural beauty wasn’t attractive to them.
D.They had to prepare for the author’s birthday.
25.What do we know about Bridalveil Fall
A.People can only watch it from far away.
B.It has much water all year around.
C.People can walk to the base of it.
D.The best time to see it is in July.
26.Where can people enjoy the sunset in Yosemite National park
A.At Half Dome.
B.At Glacier Point.
C.At Tunnel View.
D.At Yosemite Valley.
27.What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
A.To tell us her plan of visiting Yosemite National park.
B.To share her one-day trip in Yosemite National park.
C.To describe the beauty of Yosemite National park.
D.To advise us to go to Yosemite National park.
C
Trips to museums are part of many children’s education in the United States.However,many US school systems are most concerned about students performing well on required math and science tests.Because of this,administrators and teachers might not see the value of art-related museum field trips.This is where Jay Greene comes in.He’s a professor at the University of Arkansas.
Greene and his team investigated 11,000 students,and they found that after visits to the art museum,the students were more tolerant (宽容的) and also learned a lot of content about the art they saw and developed stronger critical thinking skills about art.
Melissa Reyes is with Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville,Arkansas.The museum has been involved with Greene’s studies.Since 2012,the museum has had nearly 300,000 students that come to visit.It also sends teaching artists to local classrooms.Reyes said she approved of Greene’s findings.
Greene’s researchers also examined how going to a live theater performance could affect students.This study involved a small number of subjects—about 1,500 students from 40 schools.Greene said his team found that students who saw a live performance experienced improvement in tolerance and empathy (同感).
A different group of students watched a movie version of the same play.Greene said they didn’t experience the same results as those who went to the live theater.The students who saw the live performance learned the story and related vocabulary better than those who watched the movie version.
Thanks to the value of field trips,some museums are looking for ways to offer new programs to schools.Melissa Reyes said that,in addition to their usual arts field trips,the museum also offers “STEM-based tours”.STEM stands for science,technology,engineering and math.Reyes explained that these tours look at connections “between art and science,art and math and art and architecture”.
28.What was Greene’s team studying
A.What students thought of a live theater performance.
B.How attending field trips helped students’ education.
C.How often students paid a visit to the art museum.
D.What students tended to do in the art museum.
29.Why does the author mention Melissa Reyes in Paragraph 3
A.To introduce another museum.
B.To voice opinions about museums.
C.To support Greene’s research findings.
D.To show students’ interest in museums.
30.Which of the following would Greene agree with
A.In-person cultural experiences should be encouraged.
B.Watching movies will be included in school education.
C.Students who go to museums often become more particular.
D.STEM-based tours are more important than other field trips.
31.What is Crystal Bridges Museum in Arkansas doing
A.Making further research about field trips.
B.Trying to provide schools with new programs.
C.Informing students of the purpose of field trips.
D.Organizing free STEM-based tours for people.
D
The Pacific island of Niue is the world’s first whole country to become an International Dark Sky Place.It has received formal recognition from the International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) as a “dark sky” nation.
Niue has taken measures to become a dark sky nation.The plan,put forward by Niue Tourism,received support from the Niue Government and community with the whole island coming together to make the necessary changes to protect the nation’s dark skies.Some of the practical measures include the replacement for the whole streetlights and the upgrading (更新) of private lighting.
Niueans have a long history of star navigation.The knowledge of the night skies,held by the elders in the community,has been passed down through the generations.Niuean elders now hope younger generations can be enthusiastic about learning the cultural history of the stars.Misa Kalutea,a Niuean elder and cultural guardian,said,“Niue’s skies have been observed and appreciated for centuries.The stars have great meaning to the Niuean way of life,from a cultural and environmental point of view.The new title adds emphasis to the importance of our traditional knowledge,providing a reason for the retelling and sharing of this knowledge before it is lost.”
Felicity Bollen,Niue Tourism CEO,says,“Viewing sites which are currently used for whale-watching are already built on the island.In addition,visitors will have an amazing view of the sky and the roads that cross the island make perfect viewing locations.”She adds,“Visitors will be able to enjoy guided Astro-tours led by trained Niuean community members.They will see the wonder of a night sky lighted up by thousands of stars.”
32.What is the second paragraph mainly about
A.The development of Niue tourism.
B.The influences of bright lights on the sky.
C.The efforts to become the dark sky nation.
D.The importance of environmental protection.
33.What can we learn about Misa Kalutea from Paragraph 3
A.He was an expert on star navigation.
B.He made rules to preserve cultural traditions.
C.He valued the traditional knowledge on stars.
D.He upgraded limited knowledge about night skies.
34.What does Felicity Bollen intend to do in the last paragraph
A.Introduce viewing sites.
B.Attract more tourists.
C.Reduce light pollution.
D.Show the wonder of the island.
35.What is the best title for the text
A.Niue:a country with rich traditional culture
B.Niue:an island with energy-saving streetlights
C.Niue:a place not damaged by human activities
D.Niue:the first country recognized as a dark sky place
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。
About 43 years ago,I spotted an advertisement in the paper for the YMCA wilderness program.　36　 My first experience was a boat trip.I still have the images of sunrises and sunsets with all the beautiful colours on Lake of the Woods.
　37　 Even now I can feel the cold water dripping (滴) down my arm as we sat in the boat pulling the paddles (桨) awkwardly through running water.It was my first experience in a boat and my arms became tired after many hours of paddling.
We stopped for lunch in the boat by gathering all the boats together.　38　
At night it was time to camp at our site picked out by our guide.There we learned to start campfires and cook some of our meals.This is where I fell in love with noodles.　39　 We cleaned up our mess and put up our tents (帐篷) and slept on the ground.We learned to carry the heavy packs to our next destination.I developed a sense of accomplishment and had arm muscles after that trip.
There were no phones,makeup,hair dryers...just us and the bush.We came from different backgrounds with different personalities and we all had to work together as a group.
　40　 I kept a journal from that second trip and often go back to it.
A.They dropped us off in the bush.
B.I had to experience more of the wilderness.
C.I was 15 and wanted to do something different.
D.Our guide handed out chocolate,cheese,and dried meat.
E.I liked the boat trip so much that I joined the “Survival”trip the next year.
F.It was wonderful sharing simple meals over the fire and talking with new friends.
G.As a teenager,I didn’t know that I was having the best adventure a teenager could have.
第三部分　语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
Money doesn’t grow on trees,as the saying goes,and learning how to spend money wisely is a valuable lesson we should all learn when we are young.In China,a growing number of young individuals are embracing this 　41　 and finding that being frugal (节俭的) can be both rewarding and 　42　.
Young individuals in China are actively engaging with 　43　 responsibility by sharing their budget-friendly strategies and smart shopping advice across various digital platforms.Known as “koukouzu” or the “Frugal Tribe”,they 　44　 against impulsive (冲动的) spending on luxury brands or frequent 　45　 of trendy bubble tea.They would rather save up for good quality clothes that will last a long time,instead of some cheaply made fast-fashion 　46　.To resist the temptation of impulse buying,some have chosen to 　47　 applications like Taobao and Mei-tuan from their devices.These frugal 　48　 have also banded together to form online communities,with one Douban group boasting a membership of 600,000,where members 　49　 ideas and support each other in their journey towards financial freedom.
Saving cash through the purchase of used goods is a strategy adopted by many who 　50　 that second hand does not always mean second rate.　51　,I once bought a pair of 　52　 worn Crockett Jones shoes,a British brand with a regular price tag of $1,200,for a mere $100.What a 　53　 ! Moreover,choosing secondhand items supports environmental conservation by giving new life to objects that would otherwise 　54　 in landfills,reducing waste and promoting reuse.
Frugality,　55　 in Chinese culture since Confucius,is a virtue.Yet,the joy of bargain hunting adds a modern twist to this ancient wisdom.
41.A.version B.restriction
C.principle D.presentation
42.A.available B.enjoyable
C.demanding D.incredible
43.A.invisible B.valuable
C.friendly D.financial
44.A.advocate B.intend
C.indicate D.pretend
45.A.visits B.creations
C.purchases D.celebrations
46.A.items B.shoes
C.pants D.hats
47.A.download B.remove
C.advertise D.update
48.A.assistants B.operators
C.pessimists D.enthusiasts
49.A.exchange B.perform
C.polish D.presume
50.A.mean B.forbid
C.resume D.recognize
51.A.Above all B.For instance
C.In turn D.On average
52.A.barely B.badly
C.deadly D.totally
53.A.day B.bargain
C.pity D.shame
54.A.make up B.turn up
C.bring up D.end up
55.A.rooted B.originated
C.lived D.spotted
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。
My parents tried to talk me out of it when they heard about my plan 56.　　　　　　　 (cycle) alone across western China.57.　　　　　　　　　 I didn’t change my mind.Even though I lived in China for six years,mostly in Beijing,I really felt like I 58.　　　　　　 (understand) very little of the country before.So I decided to go on 59.　　　　　　 one-month journey to discover more.
China is so safe.I never had a moment 60.　　　　　　 I found I was in danger.Wherever I went,there was always a phone signal and even mobile payment.One of the best parts of the whole experience was Chinese people.I met people from different ethnic 61.　　　　　　 (minority) across China.I once got to attend a local wedding,and a girl even lent me a 62.　　　　　　 (tradition) dress for the day.
The food was 63.　　　　　　　 (definite) another highlight of my journey.I tasted local food in every place I went to.My favorite was the cuisine of Sichuan,a province 64.　　　　　　 (know) for its spicy flavors and interesting dishes.By the end of my journey,I had wanted to keep going.
If anyone had an interest in traveling in China,I would highly recommend 65.　　　　　　　 (go) by bike!
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,准备在寒假赴美国进行短途旅行,请你用英语给美国网友Tom写一封邮件。内容包括:
1.写信目的:请他提供建议;
2.旅行要求:体验生活,参观名校;
3.其他事项:……
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;
2.可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
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。
Melati and Isabel deeply love their home on the island,surrounded by tropical rain forests,green fields,and a vast ocean.Enjoying a swim at their local beach was once a daily pleasure for them.But when Melati was fifteen,and Isabel just ten,the sisters started to lose their enthusiasm for swimming in the waters near their borne.More often than not,plastic bags would be around them as they swam and some were scattered on the beach.They got really upset about that.
Melati didn’t think much about it until one day her teacher gave a lesson on some world heroes.Each of those people had sparked movements of positive changes in the world.They believed in the impact they could have and they did inspire more people to do something meaningful.After school,Melati walked home slowly in silence,concerned about the vast amount of plastic rubbish on the beach.The heroes crossed her mind.If they could do it,we could do it too,she thought.The idea lit her up.She couldn’t wait to share what she thought with Isabel and quickened her pace.
“So many plastic bags around! The beach is dirty and messy! It’s so terrible! We have lost the clean and beautiful beach.Can’t we do something to get it back ” Melati said heartily.Isabel felt a bit puzzled at what to do,but she also had a strong desire to do something.Picturing a beach as fascinating as before in mind,the pair jumped with joy.
They talked a lot,anxious to know how Dad and Mom would respond to their ideas.That night when the family sat by the dinner table,the sisters eagerly got their ideas across.While Mom and Dad listened to the girls carefully,their eyes shone.“How amazing that would be! We are so proud of you!” Dad exclaimed.Mom came up,gave them a thumb up and hugged the sisters.
注意:续写词数应为150个左右。
Melati and Isabel decided to make a positive impact straight away.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
One month later,Melati received a call from the local newspaper.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
UNIT 4　JOURNEY ACROSS A VAST LAND
(限时:120分钟　满分:150分)
第一部分　听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1.What is the woman going to do
A.See a film. B.Meet Mr Green.
C.Buy a ticket.
2.Why was the man late
A.He got lost.
B.The traffic was heavy.
C.His car was stuck in the snow.
3.When should the train arrive
A.At 4:50. B.At 5:00.
C.At 5:10.
4.What kind of weather do the old couple like
A.Rainy. B.Warm. C.Snowy.
5.What will the man do on Sunday
A.Go camping. B.Go shopping.
C.Go swimming.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
6.Where does the conversation take place
A.At a store. B.In an office.
C.In a restaurant.
7.Who does the man require to meet
A.The manager. B.His friends.
C.The woman’s parents.
听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
8.What are the speakers talking about
A.Travel plans. B.Foreign cities.
C.Scenic spots.
9.What does the man pass to the woman
A.A picture. B.A newspaper.
C.A magazine.
听第8段材料,回答第10至12题。
10.What does Miss Brown hope to do
A.Hold a party. B.Meet the man.
C.Meet the woman.
11.What will the man be doing at 3:30 this afternoon
A.Having a class.
B.Attending a party.
C.Having a meeting.
12.What does the man want to know about Miss Brown
A.Her address. B.Her full name.
C.Her phone number.
听第9段材料,回答第13至16题。
13.Why did the man look unhappy
A.He didn’t feel well.
B.His teacher didn’t like his paper.
C.He failed in the English writing test.
14.How long has the man taken the writing classes
A.For less than one year.
B.For two years.
C.For three years.
15.What does the woman advise the man to do
A.Have a rest. B.Keep on trying.
C.Talk to his teacher.
16.What does the man think of his teacher
A.Strict. B.Critical.
C.Stubborn.
听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。
17.What is the speaker
A.A young guide. B.A new visitor.
C.A foreign teacher.
18.What is the speaker’s nationality
A.New Zealand. B.China.
C.Canada.
19.How did the speaker find teaching at first
A.Exciting. B.Boring.
C.Difficult.
20.What kinds of questions were asked by the students
A.Personal ones. B.Difficult ones.
C.Interesting ones.
听力原文
Text 1
M:What about seeing a film after work
W:Thank you very much,but I’ve already had an appointment with Mr Green.
Text 2
W:You have kept me waiting for nearly 40 minutes on this snowy day.
M:I’m sorry.But it’s the first time I’ve been here.I was lost.
W:That’s all right since the snow isn’t that heavy.
Text 3
W:According to the timetable,the train should have arrived 10 minutes ago.
M:Have a little patience!It’s only 5:00.We have enough time to go back home.
Text 4
W:Why did the old couple sell their house here
M:Because they wanted to live somewhere warm.They were tired of the snow all year round.
Text 5
W:Well,I’m going to swim with my brother on Sunday.Would you like to join us
M:Sure,I’ll drive over and meet you there.
Text 6
M:Hi,(6) I have a table reserved for 8,under the name of Mr Green.
W:Err,sorry,but we don’t have any reservation under that name.
M:Are you joking Please check again.
W:Sure...Sorry,but nothing shows up under the name.We can offer you a space until a table is available.
M:No,(7) I would like to speak with your manager,please.
W:I really feel sorry about this.Please wait for a while.I’ll call our manager right now.
M:I have to find whether there is anything you can do to fix this.
Text 7
W:Hey!What are you doing
M:I’m reading a tourism magazine.(8) The holiday is approaching.Which city do you want to visit
W:I like London very much.Is there any information about it
M:No,there isn’t.
W:Could you recommend me some interesting places
M:How about Edinburgh There are fireworks,sound and light shows.
W:I don’t like such events.Any other suggestion
M:If you want to know how a typical party is given in the UK,London is a pretty good place to be with friends.
W:Sounds good!(9) Have you finished reading the magazine
M:Here you are.You can find what you need in it.
Text 8
W:Hello,may I speak to Mr Black
M:Yes,speaking.
W:Hi,Mr Black.This is Roland.(10) Miss Brown wanted to know if you would be able to meet her today at 3:30 in the afternoon.
M:(11) Sorry,but I’ll be having a meeting then.Maybe I can visit her after the meeting.
W:Miss Brown said she wouldn’t be in her office all the time this afternoon,so you’d better call her before your visit.
M:All right!(12) What’s her phone number
W:I’ll send you a text message.
Text 9
W:You look a little unhappy.What happened
M:(13) It seems that I can’t write a good paper in the teacher’s eyes.Does he dislike me or something
W:I’m sure it isn’t that serious.(14) Since this is your first year to take English writing classes,maybe you just have a lot to learn from the teacher.
M:Yeah,that may be,but why does he only show me my errors and never say anything about what I might have done right It seems a little unfair,and a little unkind.
W:I could see why you think that.(15) Just don’t give up.
M:You might be right,but I think (16) he should be a little less critical.
Text 10
(17) I went to teach in Dalian,Liaoning Province.(19) I was really excited about teaching because it was my first paying job.On the first day,I could see the excitement on my students’ faces (17) because they had a real foreign teacher (18) from New Zealand.Their warm welcome made me feel comfortable,and so I let them ask me some questions.To my surprise,I was asked questions like “How old are you ”or “Are you married ”(20)I couldn’t believe that the students could ask such personal questions and even expect honest answers.Later,I found these questions are acceptable in China.Once I realized the students didn’t mean to be impolite and actually cared about me,I felt much more comfortable about my first experience.
答案　1.B　2.A　3.A　4.B　5.C　6.C　7.A　8.A　9.C　10.B　11.C　12.C　13.B　14.A　15.B　16.B　17.C　18.A　19.A　20.A
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
The Chinese Danxia landform (地貌) is unique with great natural beauty,related to some interesting sites as well as cultural and local attractions to keep visitors busy.
Ready to explore this unique landform in China Here are the destinations for you.
Mount Danxia (Guangdong Province)
Mount Danxia is a noted (著名的) scenic area of Shaoguan in the northern part of Guangdong province.It is described as a “world-famous UNESCO geopark of China”.There are a number of temples located on the mountain range and visitors can enjoy many scenic walks in the area.There is also a river that winds through the mountain area and boat trips along the river are offered to visitors.
Big Golden Lake (Fujian Province)
Big Golden Lake is located in the northwest of Fujian Province.The Big Golden Lake is surrounded by mountains and forests.Bamboo shoots stand tall with spring water flowing through them.There are many wonderful sites,such as the Baishuiji waterfall.
Mount Longhu (Jiangxi Province)
Mount Longhu is located in Jiangxi Province.It is famous for being one of the birthplaces of Taoism,as many Taoist temples were originally built upon the mountainside.It is particularly important to the Zhengyi Dao as the Shangqing Temple and the Mansion of the Taoist Master are located here.It is known as one of the Four Sacred Mountains of Taoism.
Mount Langshan (Hunan Province)
Mount Langshan is one of China’s National Geological Parks famous for its unique Danxia landform,covering an area of 108 square kilometers.It is filled with rich natural scenery and abundant tourism resources.There are more than 500 scenic spots in Mount Langshan.Among them,the most famous ones include Tianyi Lane,Chili Peak and Fuyi River.
【语篇解读】　本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了中国四个典型的丹霞地貌景区——广东省韶关的丹霞山景区、福建省的大金湖景区、江西省的龙虎山景区和湖南省的崀山景区。
21.What can we learn about Mount Danxia
A.It has a waterfall.
B.It offers a boat trip.
C.It includes Tianyi Lane.
D.It is famous for its temples.
答案　B　[细节理解题。根据第三段最后一句中的“boat trips along the river are offered to visitors”可知,在丹霞山人们可以泛舟游玩,故选B项。]
22.If you are interested in Chinese religious philosophy,you may go to 　　　　.
A.Mount Longhu
B.Big Golden Lake
C.Mount Danxia
D.Mount Langshan
答案　A　[细节理解题。根据倒数第二段中的“It is famous for being one of the birthplaces of Taoism”和“It is known as one of the Four Sacred Mountains of Taoism.”可知,龙虎山为道教的发源地之一,并且是中国道教四大名山之一,所以如果对中国宗教哲学感兴趣的话,可以去龙虎山景区,故选A项。]
23.What do the four attractions have in common
A.They are all world-famous parks.
B.They all have temples and forests.
C.They all have the typical Danxia landform.
D.They are all located in Northwest China.
答案　C　[细节理解题。根据第二段“Ready to explore this unique landform in China Here are the destinations for you.”可知,本文讲的四个景点都具有中国丹霞地貌的特征,故选C项。]
B
For my birthday,I wanted to visit Yosemite National park with my family.But since I didn’t book into a hotel or cabin many weeks in advance,we had to go and come back on the same day.
Peter and I travel to Yosemite National Park at least once a year,but my family hadn’t been there in years.And it was my little sister’s first visit.I wanted this to be an unforgettable trip.
We started our day at about 10:30 a.m. in the park and left the park at about 9:00 pm.Tunnel View in the mandatory (必须的) first stop once in Yosemite.If it’s your first time in Yosemite National Park,you’ll want to stay there for hours and admire the beauty and grandness of the park.Tunnel View will take your breath away.
In this scenic viewpoint,you’re able to see Half Dome,Yosemite Valley,El Capitan and Bridalveil Fall.Tunnel View is where everyone can get “the shot”.You’ll take an excellent photo that looks like a postcard.
Bridalveil Fall is the waterfall you can see in the distance while standing at Tunnel View.Bridalveil Fall is also the first waterfall you can stop to see up close.There is a paved walkway from the parking lot to the base of the waterfall.We were there at the end of July,so there wasn’t much water but in the spring and early summer,the water is flowing in large amounts.
As it gets towards the end of your Yosemite day trip,start making your way out of Yosemite Valley towards Glacier Point.If you get there before sunset,enjoy the short hikes to get different views of the valley and Half Dome.About five minutes before sunset,a park ranger (管理者) comes and gives a talk about the sunset in Yosemite National Park.
【语篇解读】　本文是一篇记叙文。作者分享了一家人去约塞米蒂国家公园的一日游。
24.Why didn’t the family stay longer in Yosemite National park
A.The author didn’t plan ahead.
B.They were often very busy.
C.The natural beauty wasn’t attractive to them.
D.They had to prepare for the author’s birthday.
答案　A　[细节理解题。根据第一段的“But since I didn’t book...on the same day.”可知,因为作者没有提前预订住处,所以他们一家人只能当天往返于约塞米蒂国家公园。]
25.What do we know about Bridalveil Fall
A.People can only watch it from far away.
B.It has much water all year around.
C.People can walk to the base of it.
D.The best time to see it is in July.
答案　C　[细节理解题。根据倒数第二段的“Bridalveil Fall is also the...to the base of the waterfall.”可知,人们可以步行走到瀑布脚下。]
26.Where can people enjoy the sunset in Yosemite National park
A.At Half Dome.
B.At Glacier Point.
C.At Tunnel View.
D.At Yosemite Valley.
答案　B　[细节理解题。根据最后一段可知,人们一日游快结束的时候可以在Glacier Point观看日落。]
27.What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
A.To tell us her plan of visiting Yosemite National park.
B.To share her one-day trip in Yosemite National park.
C.To describe the beauty of Yosemite National park.
D.To advise us to go to Yosemite National park.
答案　B　[写作目的题。综合全文可知,作者主要分享了一家人去约塞米蒂国家公园的一日游。]
C
Trips to museums are part of many children’s education in the United States.However,many US school systems are most concerned about students performing well on required math and science tests.Because of this,administrators and teachers might not see the value of art-related museum field trips.This is where Jay Greene comes in.He’s a professor at the University of Arkansas.
Greene and his team investigated 11,000 students,and they found that after visits to the art museum,the students were more tolerant (宽容的) and also learned a lot of content about the art they saw and developed stronger critical thinking skills about art.
Melissa Reyes is with Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville,Arkansas.The museum has been involved with Greene’s studies.Since 2012,the museum has had nearly 300,000 students that come to visit.It also sends teaching artists to local classrooms.Reyes said she approved of Greene’s findings.
Greene’s researchers also examined how going to a live theater performance could affect students.This study involved a small number of subjects—about 1,500 students from 40 schools.Greene said his team found that students who saw a live performance experienced improvement in tolerance and empathy (同感).
A different group of students watched a movie version of the same play.Greene said they didn’t experience the same results as those who went to the live theater.The students who saw the live performance learned the story and related vocabulary better than those who watched the movie version.
Thanks to the value of field trips,some museums are looking for ways to offer new programs to schools.Melissa Reyes said that,in addition to their usual arts field trips,the museum also offers “STEM-based tours”.STEM stands for science,technology,engineering and math.Reyes explained that these tours look at connections “between art and science,art and math and art and architecture”.
【语篇解读】　本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了实地考察对学生教育的积极作用。
28.What was Greene’s team studying
A.What students thought of a live theater performance.
B.How attending field trips helped students’ education.
C.How often students paid a visit to the art museum.
D.What students tended to do in the art museum.
答案　B　[推理判断题。根据第一段的“Because of this,administrators...This is where Jay Greene comes in.”再结合下文具体的研究内容可推断,他们团队研究实地考察对学生教育的作用,故选B项。]
29.Why does the author mention Melissa Reyes in Paragraph 3
A.To introduce another museum.
B.To voice opinions about museums.
C.To support Greene’s research findings.
D.To show students’ interest in museums.
答案　C　[推理判断题。根据第三段的“Reyes said she approved of Greene’s findings.”可推断,本段提到在参与研究的博物馆工作的Reyes,旨在支持Greene的研究发现,故选C项。]
30.Which of the following would Greene agree with
A.In-person cultural experiences should be encouraged.
B.Watching movies will be included in school education.
C.Students who go to museums often become more particular.
D.STEM-based tours are more important than other field trips.
答案　A　[推理判断题。根据第四段和第五段的内容可知,学生参观完现场的戏剧演出之后,在宽容和同感方面有了提高,而学生观看相同戏剧的电影版本,却没有相同的体验。由此可推断,Greene还是鼓励学生们亲自进行实地体验。]
31.What is Crystal Bridges Museum in Arkansas doing
A.Making further research about field trips.
B.Trying to provide schools with new programs.
C.Informing students of the purpose of field trips.
D.Organizing free STEM-based tours for people.
答案　B　[细节理解题。根据第三段的“Melissa Reyes is with Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville,Arkansas.”和最后一段的“the museum also offers ‘STEM-based tours’”可知,这家博物馆正在尽力为学生提供新的实地考察项目。]
D
The Pacific island of Niue is the world’s first whole country to become an International Dark Sky Place.It has received formal recognition from the International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) as a “dark sky” nation.
Niue has taken measures to become a dark sky nation.The plan,put forward by Niue Tourism,received support from the Niue Government and community with the whole island coming together to make the necessary changes to protect the nation’s dark skies.Some of the practical measures include the replacement for the whole streetlights and the upgrading (更新) of private lighting.
Niueans have a long history of star navigation.The knowledge of the night skies,held by the elders in the community,has been passed down through the generations.Niuean elders now hope younger generations can be enthusiastic about learning the cultural history of the stars.Misa Kalutea,a Niuean elder and cultural guardian,said,“Niue’s skies have been observed and appreciated for centuries.The stars have great meaning to the Niuean way of life,from a cultural and environmental point of view.The new title adds emphasis to the importance of our traditional knowledge,providing a reason for the retelling and sharing of this knowledge before it is lost.”
Felicity Bollen,Niue Tourism CEO,says,“Viewing sites which are currently used for whale-watching are already built on the island.In addition,visitors will have an amazing view of the sky and the roads that cross the island make perfect viewing locations.”She adds,“Visitors will be able to enjoy guided Astro-tours led by trained Niuean community members.They will see the wonder of a night sky lighted up by thousands of stars.”
【语篇解读】　本文是一篇说明文。太平洋岛国纽埃已获得国际暗天协会的正式认可,成为世界上首个“黑暗夜空”国家。
32.What is the second paragraph mainly about
A.The development of Niue tourism.
B.The influences of bright lights on the sky.
C.The efforts to become the dark sky nation.
D.The importance of environmental protection.
答案　C　[段落大意题。根据第二段可知,第二段主要讲述了纽埃为了成为“黑暗夜空”国家所作出的努力。]
33.What can we learn about Misa Kalutea from Paragraph 3
A.He was an expert on star navigation.
B.He made rules to preserve cultural traditions.
C.He valued the traditional knowledge on stars.
D.He upgraded limited knowledge about night skies.
答案　C　[推理判断题。根据第三段的“Niue’s skies have been observed...knowledge,providing a reason for the retelling and sharing of this knowledge before it is lost.”可知,Misa Kalutea很重视传统的夜空知识。]
34.What does Felicity Bollen intend to do in the last paragraph
A.Introduce viewing sites.
B.Attract more tourists.
C.Reduce light pollution.
D.Show the wonder of the island.
答案　B　[推理判断题。Felicity Bollen在最后一段讲到游客来到纽埃可以看到的美景以及享受的服务,由此推断,她的目的是吸引更多的游客。]
35.What is the best title for the text
A.Niue:a country with rich traditional culture
B.Niue:an island with energy-saving streetlights
C.Niue:a place not damaged by human activities
D.Niue:the first country recognized as a dark sky place
答案　D　[标题归纳题。通读全文尤其是第一段的“The Pacific island of Niue...International Dark Sky Place.”可知,本文主要讲了纽埃这个国家已被正式认证为黑暗夜空之地,故D项为最佳标题。]
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。
About 43 years ago,I spotted an advertisement in the paper for the YMCA wilderness program.　36　 My first experience was a boat trip.I still have the images of sunrises and sunsets with all the beautiful colours on Lake of the Woods.
　37　 Even now I can feel the cold water dripping (滴) down my arm as we sat in the boat pulling the paddles (桨) awkwardly through running water.It was my first experience in a boat and my arms became tired after many hours of paddling.
We stopped for lunch in the boat by gathering all the boats together.　38　
At night it was time to camp at our site picked out by our guide.There we learned to start campfires and cook some of our meals.This is where I fell in love with noodles.　39　 We cleaned up our mess and put up our tents (帐篷) and slept on the ground.We learned to carry the heavy packs to our next destination.I developed a sense of accomplishment and had arm muscles after that trip.
There were no phones,makeup,hair dryers...just us and the bush.We came from different backgrounds with different personalities and we all had to work together as a group.
　40　 I kept a journal from that second trip and often go back to it.
A.They dropped us off in the bush.
B.I had to experience more of the wilderness.
C.I was 15 and wanted to do something different.
D.Our guide handed out chocolate,cheese,and dried meat.
E.I liked the boat trip so much that I joined the “Survival”trip the next year.
F.It was wonderful sharing simple meals over the fire and talking with new friends.
G.As a teenager,I didn’t know that I was having the best adventure a teenager could have.
【语篇解读】　本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者第一次参加荒野项目的经历。
36.C　[结合本空前面的“About 43 years ago...wilderness program.”和本空后面的“My first experience was a boat trip.”可知,C项“当时15岁的我想要做一些不一样的事情。”符合语境。]
37.G　[根据本空后面的“Even now I can feel the cold water dripping down my arm...pulling the paddles awkwardly...my arms became tired”和第四段末的“a sense of accomplishment”可知,G项“作为一名青少年,当时我并不知道自己正在经历一次最好的冒险活动。”符合语境。]
38.D　[根据本空前面的“stopped for lunch”可知,D项“我们的导游分发了巧克力、奶酪和肉干。”符合语境。]
39.F　[根据本空前面的“start campfires and cook some of our meals”可知,D项“在篝火旁和新朋友分享简单的食物并聊天是一件很棒的事情。”符合语境。]
40.E　[根据本空后面的“that second trip”可知,E项“我太喜欢这次乘船之旅,因此第二年参加了野外生存旅行。”符合语境。]
第三部分　语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
Money doesn’t grow on trees,as the saying goes,and learning how to spend money wisely is a valuable lesson we should all learn when we are young.In China,a growing number of young individuals are embracing this 　41　 and finding that being frugal (节俭的) can be both rewarding and 　42　.
Young individuals in China are actively engaging with 　43　 responsibility by sharing their budget-friendly strategies and smart shopping advice across various digital platforms.Known as “koukouzu” or the “Frugal Tribe”,they 　44　 against impulsive (冲动的) spending on luxury brands or frequent 　45　 of trendy bubble tea.They would rather save up for good quality clothes that will last a long time,instead of some cheaply made fast-fashion 　46　.To resist the temptation of impulse buying,some have chosen to 　47　 applications like Taobao and Mei-tuan from their devices.These frugal 　48　 have also banded together to form online communities,with one Douban group boasting a membership of 600,000,where members 　49　 ideas and support each other in their journey towards financial freedom.
Saving cash through the purchase of used goods is a strategy adopted by many who 　50　 that second hand does not always mean second rate.　51　,I once bought a pair of 　52　 worn Crockett Jones shoes,a British brand with a regular price tag of $1,200,for a mere $100.What a 　53　 ! Moreover,choosing secondhand items supports environmental conservation by giving new life to objects that would otherwise 　54　 in landfills,reducing waste and promoting reuse.
Frugality,　55　 in Chinese culture since Confucius,is a virtue.Yet,the joy of bargain hunting adds a modern twist to this ancient wisdom.
【语篇解读】　本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了如何明智地花钱是我们年轻时都应该学习的宝贵一课。在中国,越来越多的年轻人正在接受这一原则,并发现节俭既有益又令人愉快。
41.A.version B.restriction
C.principle D.presentation
答案　C　[上文“Money doesn’t grow...when we are young.”提到如何明智地花钱是我们年轻时都应该学习的宝贵一课,可知,此处应表示越来越多的年轻人正在接受这一原则(principle),故选C项。]
42.A.available B.enjoyable
C.demanding D.incredible
答案　B　[根据句意以及上文“can be both rewarding”可知,此处应表示节俭既有益又令人愉快(enjoyable),故选B项。]
43.A.invisible B.valuable
C.friendly D.financial
答案　D　[根据上文提到的如何明智地花钱是我们年轻时都应该学习的宝贵一课,以及下文“by sharing their budget-friendly strategies”可知,此处应表示中国的年轻人正积极承担起财务(financial)责任,故选D项。]
44.A.advocate B.intend
C.indicate D.pretend
答案　A　[下文“...against impulsive spending on luxury brands”提到反对冲动消费奢侈品牌,可知,此处应表示他们并不倡导(advocate)消费,故选A项。]
45.A.visits B.creations
C.purchases D.celebrations
答案　C　[根据上文提到的反对冲动消费奢侈品牌,以及下文“trendy bubble tea”可知,此处应表示反对频繁购买(purchases)时尚的珍珠奶茶,故选C项。]
46.A.items B.shoes
C.pants D.hats
答案　A　[上文“They would rather save up for good quality clothes”提到他们宁愿存钱买经久耐用的高质量衣服,由此可知,此处应表示不愿买廉价的物品(items),故选A项。]
47.A.download B.remove
C.advertise D.update
答案　B　[上文“To resist the temptation of impulse buying”提到抵制冲动购物的诱惑,下文“applications like Taobao and Mei-tuan”提到一些应用程序,由此可知,此处应表示一些人选择从他们的设备中删除(remove)淘宝和美团等应用程序,故选B项。]
48.A.assistants B.operators
C.pessimists D.enthusiasts
答案　D　[根据句意以及下文“have also banded together to form online communities”可知,此处应表示这些节俭爱好者(enthusiasts)还联合起来组成了网络社区,其中一个豆瓣小组拥有60万成员,在那里,成员们在走向财务自由的道路上交换意见,相互支持,故选D项。]
49.A.exchange B.perform
C.polish D.presume
答案　A　[根据下文“and support each other in their journey towards financial freedom”可知,此处应表示在那里,成员们在走向财务自由的道路上交换(exchange)意见,相互支持,故选A项。]
50.A.mean B.forbid
C.resume D.recognize
答案　D　[下文“that second hand does not always mean second rate”提到二手不意味着次品,由此可知,此处应表示他们认识到(recognize)二手并不总是意味着次品,故选D项。]
51.A.Above all B.For instance
C.In turn D.On average
答案　B　[根据下文“I once bought a pair of 　　　　worn Crockett Jones shoes”可知,此处应表示为列举(For instance)出的例子,故选B项。]
52.A.barely B.badly
C.deadly D.totally
答案　A　[根据上文提到的他们认识到二手并不总是意味着次品,以及下文“a British brand with a regular price tag of $1,200,for a mere $100”可知,此处应表示花了100美元买了一双几乎没有(barely)穿过的Crockett Jones鞋,这是一个标价1 200美元的英国品牌,故选A项。]
53.A.day B.bargain
C.pity D.shame
答案　B　[上文“a British brand with a regular price tag of $1,200,for a mere $100”提到花了100美元买了一双几乎没有穿过的Crockett Jones鞋,这是一个标价1 200美元的英国品牌。由此可知,此处应表示这是非常便宜的商品(bargain),故选B项。]
54.A.make up B.turn up
C.bring up D.end up
答案　D　[根据句意以及下文“in landfills”可知,此处应表示它给那些最终会被扔进垃圾填埋场的物品赋予了新的生命。end up结束,最终成为,故选D项。]
55.A.rooted B.originated
C.lived D.spotted
答案　A　[根据句意以及下文“in Chinese culture since Confucius”可知,此处应表示节俭是一种美德,自孔子以来就植根于(rooted)中国文化,故选A项。]
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。
My parents tried to talk me out of it when they heard about my plan 56.　　　　　　　 (cycle) alone across western China.57.　　　　　　　　　 I didn’t change my mind.Even though I lived in China for six years,mostly in Beijing,I really felt like I 58.　　　　　　 (understand) very little of the country before.So I decided to go on 59.　　　　　　 one-month journey to discover more.
China is so safe.I never had a moment 60.　　　　　　 I found I was in danger.Wherever I went,there was always a phone signal and even mobile payment.One of the best parts of the whole experience was Chinese people.I met people from different ethnic 61.　　　　　　 (minority) across China.I once got to attend a local wedding,and a girl even lent me a 62.　　　　　　 (tradition) dress for the day.
The food was 63.　　　　　　　 (definite) another highlight of my journey.I tasted local food in every place I went to.My favorite was the cuisine of Sichuan,a province 64.　　　　　　 (know) for its spicy flavors and interesting dishes.By the end of my journey,I had wanted to keep going.
If anyone had an interest in traveling in China,I would highly recommend 65.　　　　　　　 (go) by bike!
【语篇解读】　本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要叙述了作者在中国骑自行车旅行的经历。
56.to cycle　[考查非谓语动词。when引导的时间状语从句谓语为heard about,此处应用非谓语动词作定语,修饰名词plan,plan后接不定式作定语,故填to cycle。]
57.But　[考查连词。空后的I didn’t change my mind与前一句为转折关系,应用连词but,表示转折,位于句首,首字母大写,故填But。]
58.had understood　[考查动词的时态。understand为动作felt like之前已经发生或完成了的动作,所以felt like后的宾语从句的时态用过去完成时,故填had understood。]
59.a　[考查冠词。此处泛指“一个为期一个月的旅行”,且one-month的发音以辅音音素开头,应用不定冠词a,故填a。]
60.when　[考查定语从句。分析句子结构可知,本空引导限制性定语从句,先行词是a moment,关系词代替先行词在从句中作时间状语,应用关系副词引导,故填when。]
61.minorities　[考查名词的单复数。由空前的different可知,应用名词minority“少数民族”的复数形式,作介词from的宾语,故填minorities。]
62.traditional　[考查词性转换。本空应填形容词作定语,修饰名词dress,故填traditional。]
63.definitely　[考查词性转换。本空应填副词作状语,修饰was,故填definitely。]
64.known　[考查非谓语动词。本句系动词为was,此处应用非谓语动词,且province与know“知道”为被动关系,应用过去分词,作定语,修饰名词province,故填known。]
65.going　[考查非谓语动词。recommend doing sth“建议做某事”,应用动词-ing形式,作宾语,故填going。]
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,准备在寒假赴美国进行短途旅行,请你用英语给美国网友Tom写一封邮件。内容包括:
1.写信目的:请他提供建议;
2.旅行要求:体验生活,参观名校;
3.其他事项:……
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;
2.可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
【参考范文】
Dear Tom,
How is everything going These days I’m considering a brief trip to your country in the coming winter holidays.Could you please give me some practical advice to make my trip enjoyable and worthwhile The following is my expectation and I badly need your advice.
Firstly,I’d like to take the chance to expose myself as much as possible to the native life.Besides,it will be better if the trip covers those world-famous universities across the country.Last but not least,I hope the trip will be within my budget as a student.
Many thanks!
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Melati and Isabel deeply love their home on the island,surrounded by tropical rain forests,green fields,and a vast ocean.Enjoying a swim at their local beach was once a daily pleasure for them.But when Melati was fifteen,and Isabel just ten,the sisters started to lose their enthusiasm for swimming in the waters near their borne.More often than not,plastic bags would be around them as they swam and some were scattered on the beach.They got really upset about that.
Melati didn’t think much about it until one day her teacher gave a lesson on some world heroes.Each of those people had sparked movements of positive changes in the world.They believed in the impact they could have and they did inspire more people to do something meaningful.After school,Melati walked home slowly in silence,concerned about the vast amount of plastic rubbish on the beach.The heroes crossed her mind.If they could do it,we could do it too,she thought.The idea lit her up.She couldn’t wait to share what she thought with Isabel and quickened her pace.
“So many plastic bags around! The beach is dirty and messy! It’s so terrible! We have lost the clean and beautiful beach.Can’t we do something to get it back ” Melati said heartily.Isabel felt a bit puzzled at what to do,but she also had a strong desire to do something.Picturing a beach as fascinating as before in mind,the pair jumped with joy.
They talked a lot,anxious to know how Dad and Mom would respond to their ideas.That night when the family sat by the dinner table,the sisters eagerly got their ideas across.While Mom and Dad listened to the girls carefully,their eyes shone.“How amazing that would be! We are so proud of you!” Dad exclaimed.Mom came up,gave them a thumb up and hugged the sisters.
注意:续写词数应为150个左右。
Melati and Isabel decided to make a positive impact straight away.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
One month later,Melati received a call from the local newspaper.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
【参考范文】
Melati and Isabel decided to make a positive impact straight away.They took advantage of their spare time to pick up rubbish on the beach.However,it was soon that they realized that they couldn’t solve the problem on their own for there was so much plastic.After discussions and preparations,they started an organization to spread their idea among the youth,involving more youths in the movement,which proved to be a hit.More and more teenagers took part.In a month,they altogether collected and recycled 2.5 tons of plastic,recovering the beautiful beach.
One month later,Melati received a call from the local newspaper.The two girls were invited to an interview in which they were asked what inspired them to start the organization,what the biggest challenges are and what advice they have for young people who want to make changes in this world.They said a team is what keeps them going during the challenging days and added,“keeping our team engaged and motivated has been a challenge and we are happy to have a positive influence.” Melati and Isabel are heroes who make a big difference to our world.

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