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核心素养提升(Unit 4)
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 will the speakers do tonight
[A] Eat out.
[B] Study at school.
[C] Get together at the man’s home.
(　　)2.What kind of tea does the woman want
[A] Tea with milk and sugar.
[B] Tea with a little sugar.
[C] Tea with a little milk.
(　　)3.What is the weather like now
[A] Cool. [B] Hot. [C] Rainy.
(　　)4.How many people survived the air crash
[A] 40. [B] 60. [C] 100.
(　　)5.Why does the woman return the dress
[A] Because it was too large.
[B] Because it was too small.
[C] Because it was too expensive.
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.Who are the speakers
[A] Boss and secretary.
[B] Guest and receptionist.
[C] Taxi driver and passenger.
(　　)7.How long did Roy work for John
[A] 3 years. [B] 10 years.
[C] 18 years.
　　听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
(　　)8.Where does the conversation probably take place
[A] At the office.
[B] At the airport.
[C] In a restaurant.
(　　)9.What is probably the woman’s concern about the trip to London
[A] Limited time. [B] Lack of money.
[C] The exchange rate.
　　听第8段材料,回答第10~12题。
(　　)10.What is the probable relationship between the speakers
[A] Old schoolmates.
[B] Colleagues.
[C] Neighbours.
(　　)11.What can we learn about the man’s new living place
[A] It’s near the ocean.
[B] It’s in a town.
[C] It’s noisy.
(　　)12.Where does the woman work now
[A] In a university.
[B] In a travel agency.
[C] In a trading company.
　　听第9段材料,回答第13~16题。
(　　)13.How many people are playing the game
[A] Three. [B] Four.
[C] Five.
(　　)14.Which type of game is it
[A] A war game. [B] A team game.
[C] A luck-based game.
(　　)15.What does the board look like
[A] A continent. [B] An airport.
[C] A map.
(　　)16.What is the purpose of the game
[A] To study diseases.
[B] To save the world.
[C] To learn geography.
　　听第10段材料,回答第17~20题。
(　　)17.Where is Highfield House located
[A] Near the sea. [B] On a farm.
[C] In a mountain.
(　　)18.What is Highfield House used as at present
[A] The home of Highfield family members.
[B] A place to show old things.
[C] A living place for tourists.
(　　)19.What can people do in Highfield House
[A] Plant trees in the garden.
[B] Enjoy a meal in the kitchen.
[C] Have a boat ride on the water.
(　　)20.What can be bought in Highfield House
[A] Planting and harvesting machines.
[B] Trees and plants.
[C] Steam engines.
第二部分　阅读理解(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
　　阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Do flying cars only exist in dreams of a far-off future Well,the future may be closer than you think.Let’s take a look at some modes of transport that we could be using in the future.
Flying taxi
A Slovakian engineering company has designed the world’s first 4-seater flying taxi which is a hybrid(混合物) —half supercar,half lightweight aircraft.It’s able to transform between the two modes of transport in fewer than 3 minutes as its wings move into the appropriate positions.It is expected to be released in 2027 and will be able to fly a distance of up to 500 miles (about 800 kilometres) between major cities.
Gyroscopic transport
Gyroscopic transport is a revolutionary new mode of transport that is being planned.It is the use of large pods supported by flexible legs that transport passengers over existing roads.These legs can adjust their length according to traffic demands to allow passengers to board.One of the best elements of this mode of transport is that it can operate over existing infrastructure (基础设施).
Hyperloop
Hyperloop has created a lot of excitement recently and received backing from many influential people in the tech world.Elon Musk is one of the main advocates of the hyperloop.
He has argued it could ease traffic in Los Angeles,US.The hyperloop is a high-speed public transportation system in which passengers travel in autonomous electric pods at about 965 kilometres per hour.A transport technology company conducted its first human trials of a hyperloop system in November 2020.
【语篇导读】 本文是应用文。文章介绍的是未来我们可能会使用的几种交通方式。
(　　)21.What do we know about the 4-seater flying taxi
[A] It will be the world’s first flying car.
[B] It could be in use in just 2 years’ time.
[C] It can switch between modes within 3 minutes.
[D] It can fly a maximum of 800 miles each trip.
(　　)22.What is an advantage of gyroscopic transport
[A] It can travel either above or below ground.
[B] It can travel independent of traffic flow on the roads.
[C] It’s quicker and cheaper to build than other vehicles.
[D] It can hold more passengers than other forms of transport.
(　　)23.What is Elon Musk’s attitude towards the hyperloop
[A] Doubtful. [B] Worried.
[C] Critical. [D] Positive.
B
Sea lions have become the first-ever “videographers” of the ocean.In a recent study,
scientists from the University of Adelaide have equipped Australian sea lions with cameras to gather critical data on their behavior and habitats.By attaching these monitoring devices,
scientists are hoping to see these endangered creatures’ habitats.
With these high-tech tracking devices,experts can record detailed information about their movements and diving patterns.In turn,it can help us gather insights to improve conservation efforts for sea lions.Australian sea lions,which are native to the southern and western coasts of Australia,are currently facing severe threats from habitat loss,fishing activities,and climate change.For years,their population has been steadily declining.
The collected data will provide invaluable insights into the sea lions’ feeding habits,
migration (迁徙) routes,and breeding (繁殖) sites.Dr Jane Smith,an ocean biologist at the University of Adelaide,emphasized the importance of this research.“By understanding where these sea lions go and what they do,we can create more effective conservation plans to protect their natural habitats and ensure their survival,” she said in a report.
Results from the monitoring project have already shown surprising findings.The sea lions are traveling further and diving deeper than previously believed,which suggests that they might be adapting to changing environmental conditions.These findings help shape conservation efforts to better protect these critical habitats.
The project has received attention and support from the broader scientific community and the public.The innovative use of technology in wildlife conservation demonstrates a promising approach to addressing the challenges faced by endangered species.As this research progresses,it is expected to contribute significantly to ocean conservation efforts not only for Australian sea lions but also for other ocean species.The comprehensive data collected will help create targeted and effective conservation strategies,ensuring the health and sustainability of ocean ecosystems.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章介绍了澳大利亚科学家使用创新技术,让海狮携带摄像机收集海洋生态数据的研究项目。这项研究对海洋生态系统的保护具有重要意义。
(　　)24.What does the author mean by mentioning “videographers” in Paragraph 1
[A] Cameras will be attached to sea lions.
[B] Sea lions will learn how to take photos.
[C] Sea lions will work with photographers.
[D] Cameras will be used as security guards.
(　　)25.What is likely a key goal of the sea lion research
[A] To track migrations.
[B] To deal with sea pollution.
[C] To enhance species protection.
[D] To improve fishing techniques.
(　　)26.What can we infer about Australian sea lions from Paragraph 4
[A] They are becoming more numerous.
[B] They are adaptive.
[C] They dive deep to avoid enemies.
[D] They behave as expected.
故选B。
(　　)27.What does the author imply about the technology in wildlife conservation
[A] It’s money-consuming.
[B] It’s fully developed.
[C] It’s widely accepted.
[D] It shows promising potential.
C
　　One reason why robots will never fully measure up to people is that they lack human-like social skills.But researchers are experimenting with new methods to give robots social skills to better interact with humans.
The experiment was carried out by researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).The team developed a machine learning system for self-driving vehicles that is designed to learn the social characteristics of other drivers.The researchers studied driving situations to learn how other drivers on the road were likely to behave.Since not all human drivers act the same way,the data was meant to teach the driverless car to elude dangerous situations.
The researchers say the technology uses tools borrowed from the field of social psychology (心理学).In this experiment,scientists created a system that attempted to decide whether a person’s driving style is more selfish or selfless.In road tests,self-driving vehicles equipped with the system improved their ability to predict what other drivers would do by up to 25 percent.
In one test,the self-driving car was observed making a left-hand turn.The study found the system could cause the vehicle to wait before making the turn if it predicted the oncoming drivers acted selfishly and might be unsafe.But when the oncoming vehicles were judged to be selfless,the self-driving car could make the turn without delay (延迟) because it saw less risk of unsafe behaviour.
The MIT team plans to expand its research model to include other things that a self-driving vehicle might need to deal with.These include predictions about people walking around traffic,as well as bicycles and other things found in driving environments.The researchers believe the technology could also be used in vehicles with human drivers.It could act as a warning system against other drivers judged to be behaving badly.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章说明了研究人员正在试验新方法,让机器人掌握类人的社交技能,更好地与人类互动;该团队为自动驾驶汽车开发了一个机器学习系统,旨在了解人类司机的行为方式。
(　　)28.What is the purpose of the experiment
[A] To reduce human drivers’ mistakes.
[B] To develop a machine learning system.
[C] To give robots human-like social skills.
[D] To prove robots can never replace humans.
(　　)29.What does the underlined word “elude” mean in Paragraph 2
[A] Avoid. [B] Monitor.
[C] Investigate. [D] Record.
(　　)30.What caused the self-driving car to wait or turn quickly
[A] The traffic lights.
[B] The road markings.
[C] The human drivers’ directions.
[D] The oncoming drivers’ driving styles.
(　　)31.What can we learn from the last paragraph
[A] More traffic participants will be involved in the research.
[B] Walkers and cyclists will be invited to join in the project.
[C] New rules will be developed for road users.
[D] Human drivers will make way for robots.
D
The practice of students endlessly copying letters and sentences from a blackboard is a thing of the past.With the coming of new technologies,writing by hand has become something of nostalgic (怀旧的) skill.However,while today’s educators are using more and more technologies in their teaching,many believe basic handwriting skills are still necessary for students to be successful—both in school and in life.
Virginia Berninger,professor of educational psychology at the University of Washington,
says it’s important to continue teaching handwriting and help children acquire the skill of writing by hand.
Berninger and her colleagues conducted a study that looked at the ability of students to complete various writing tasks—both on a computer and by hand.The study found that when writing with a pen and paper,participants wrote longer essays and more complete sentences and had a faster word production rate.
In a more recent study,Berninger looked at what role spelling plays in a student’s writing skills and found that how well children spell is tied to how well they can write.“Spelling makes some of the thinking parts of the brain active which helps us access our vocabulary,
word meaning and concepts.It is allowing our written language to connect with ideas,” Berninger said.
“Spelling helps students translate ideas into words in their minds first and then to transcribe (转换) those words in the minds into written symbols on paper or keyboard and screen,” the study said.Seeing the words in the “mind’s eye” helps children not only to turn their ideas into words,but also to spot spelling mistakes when they write the words down and to correct them over time.
“In our computer age,some people believe that we don’t have to teach spelling because we have spellchecks,” she said.“But until a child has a functional spelling ability of about a fifth grade level,they won’t have the knowledge to choose the correct spelling among the options given by the computer.”
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章介绍了随着现代科技的发展,手写渐渐被人们忽视。但是Berninger的研究表明,手写在现代教学中应该占有一席之地,因为加强拼写有助于学生写作能力的发展。
(　　)32.What can we learn from Berninger’s first study
[A] It focused on the difference between writing by hand and on a computer.
[B] It indicated that students prefer to write with a pen and paper.
[C] It found that good essays are made up of long sentences.
[D] It discussed the importance of writing speed.
(　　)33.Which of the following best shows the role of spelling
[A] Spelling improves one’s memory of words.
[B] Spelling ability is closely related to writing ability.
[C] Spelling benefits the translation from words into ideas.
[D] Spelling slows down finding exact words to express ideas.
(　　)34.What does the underlined phrase “mind’s eye” in Paragraph 5 mean
[A] Window. [B] Passage.
[C] Picture. [D] Imagination.
(　　)35.What conclusion could be drawn from the passage
[A] Spellchecks can take the place of spelling teaching.
[B] Handwriting still has a place in today’s classrooms.
[C] Computers can help people with their choice of words.
[D] Functional spelling ability develops fast in the fifth grade.
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
　　阅读下面的短文,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。
　　In the freezing cold winter,air conditioners and heaters work overtime.The satisfaction of feeling a warm breeze against your skin is an amazing experience.36.　　
What are to blame are often the inefficient home appliances you have.Luckily,there are smart home appliances that can alleviate this burden.These appliances offer many benefits,all while keeping your electric bill manageable.
37.　　　 Smart lighting systems can detect activity in an area and adjust illumination accordingly,providing energy efficiency.In terms of security,smart door locks offer peace of mind by automatically securing your home when you leave.
And smart appliances can do more.From floor-cleaning robots to smart laundry systems,
these appliances are equipped with advanced sensors.They make household chores effortless,
leaving you more time for recreational activities.38.　　　 You can even set a romantic mood in the living room by adjusting the smart lights and playing a romantic comedy movie on the smart TV.
Now,if you’re considering switching to smart home appliances,it’s advisable to approach this gradually.39.　　　 Smart lights,switches,plugs,smart hub,and of course,Wi-Fi are wise choices.These small items play a crucial role in your smart home setup,especially the smart hub and the Wi-Fi.
Switching from traditional and inefficient home appliances to smart ones is more than just a modern convenience.40.　　　 You’re not just simplifying your daily routines but actively contributing to environmental conservation efforts.
A.But it needs a greener solution.
B.But the following electric bill can be a shock.
C.It’s a significant step towards a sustainable future.
D.Smart TVs provide many entertainment options for you to explore.
E.Moreover,smart appliances extend their features beyond the chores.
F.Advanced appliances can effectively manage every aspect of your household.
G.As large appliances can be significant investments,it is easier to start with smaller items.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章介绍了智能家居设备如何提高能源效率、保卫家庭安全、简化日常家务,并且对环境保护做出积极贡献。
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)
　　阅读下面的短文,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。
　　When I was young,my family had one of the first telephones in our neighborhood.I used to listen with 　41　 when my mother talked to the old case 　42　 to the wall.
Then I discovered that inside the wonderful 　43　 lived an amazing person — Information Please,who could 　44　 anybody’s number.
My first personal 　45　 with this genie (精灵)-in-the-bottle came one day.Amusing myself at the tool bench,I hit my finger with a hammer.The pain was terrible,but there was no one home to give 　46　.Suddenly I spotted the telephone.Quickly I ran for it and 　47　 the receiver.“Information Please!” I 　48　.A voice spoke into my ear.“Information.” “I hurt my finger...” The tears came readily enough now that I had a(n) 　49　.
“Isn’t your mother home ” came the question.
“Nobody’s home but me.”
“Are you bleeding ”
“No.” I replied.
“Can you open your icebox ” she asked.I said I could.“Then 　50　 a little piece of ice and hold it to your finger.”
After that I called her for everything.I asked her for help with my geography and math.
She even 　51　 me that my pet chipmunk I had caught in the park liked eating fruits and nuts.
As I grew into my teens,the memories of those childhood 　52　 never really left me;
often in moments of 　53　 I would recall the sense of security I had then.I 　54　 how patient and 　55　 a stranger was to have spent her time on a little boy.
【语篇导读】 本文是记叙文。作者认为电话箱子里住着一个可以询问任何事情的神奇的人,这段回忆给长大后的作者带来安全感,作者也十分感激小时候陪他聊天的陌生人。
(　　)41.[A] respect [B] sincerity
[C] fascination [D] caution
(　　)42.[A] driven [B] pushed
[C] opened [D] fastened
(　　)43.[A] hole [B] device
[C] home [D] community
(　　)44.[A] supply [B] change
[C] delete [D] guess
(　　)45.[A] meeting [B] experience
[C] interview [D] cooperation
(　　)46.[A] approval [B] confidence
[C] sympathy [D] comment
(　　)47.[A] pressed [B] fixed
[C] replaced [D] lifted
(　　)48.[A] ordered [B] cheered
[C] yelled [D] declared
(　　)49.[A] teacher [B] audience
[C] partner [D] assistant
(　　)50.[A] heat up [B] slip on
[C] put away [D] chip off
(　　)51.[A] informed [B] showed
[C] warned [D] inspired
(　　)52.[A] conversations [B] injuries
[C] pains [D] dreams
(　　)53.[A] glory [B] kindness
[C] doubt [D] anger
(　　)54.[A] admitted [B] appreciated
[C] wondered [D] estimated
(　　)55.[A] optimistic [B] ambitious
[C] disciplined [D] understanding
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
　　阅读下面的短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
　　The home of the future won’t be 56.　　　　 (complete) different and we will be living in houses and flats just as we do today.57. 　　　　 (build) in different shapes,no two homes will look the same.People will be able to buy “house kits” containing a basic house structure,
with adjustable walls,doors and windows.They will put together the different parts 58.　　　　 (create) the home they want.
Space holidays will develop in the future,but these holidays won’t be for everyone because they are 59.　　　　 (expensive) than holidays on the earth.Short space trips will develop first,and then the space hotels will go around the earth 60.　　　　 it will be possible to have a longer vacation.By 61.　　　　 end of the next century,there will be holiday centres on the moon with leisure facilities for families.
According to the laws of physics,the earth is going to 62.　　　　 (appear) some time in the future.This isn’t going to happen tomorrow but scientists predict that it will happen in five billion years when our sun 63.　　　　 (explode).64.　　　　 a result,we will have to explore the universe and find another home.At some point in the distant future,either we stay on the earth and die with it,or we leave and move to another planet,there won’t be any other
65.　　　　 (choose).
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章畅想了未来的房子及生活。
第四部分　写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
　　假设你是李华,外教Bob打算使用AI技术辅助英语作文批改,并向同学们征询意见。请你给外教写一封邮件,内容包括:
1.你的看法;
2.你的建议。
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。
Dear Bob,
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
　　阅读下面的材料,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。
　　Monday started out well.I woke up on time,ate breakfast and did some last-minute studying for my first hour maths test.I was confident of getting good grades.Then I left my house.Ten minutes later,I was settled with my friends on the school bus.We were busy chatting about how we spent our weekend.At one stop,Ryan got on hurriedly.He tripped (绊倒) over someone’s foot accidentally and THUMP!He fell flat onto the floor.
Every one of us on the bus looked on and laughed crazily.Ryan struggled to his feet,dusted (擦灰) off his jacket and made his way to an empty seat.He tried to laugh with us,but his face was burning with embarrassment.The rest of the morning flew by.I did well in my maths test.I read two more chapters of To Kill a Mockingbird in English class.It wasn’t long before we heard the lunch bell.I met my friends from the cheerleading team in the dining hall.Then I couldn’t help but notice Ryan a few tables away,sitting all alone.He caught me looking.I smiled at him quickly and looked away.
When we had finished eating,we headed out to the courtyard to practise a cheer we would do at that night’s football game.After much practice,we finally managed to do the cheer perfectly.We decided to practise it again one last time.Again,just like the rest of my day so far,the cheer was going great.I raised my leg for one last toe touch.RIPPP!I felt my jeans split down the middle of my backside.
I froze.I had no idea what to do but stand still.Then I heard people burst out laughing and I saw them pointing at my torn jeans.Trying to cover myself with my hands,I tried to laugh too,but I felt tears begin to well up in my eyes.
注意:续写词数应为150个左右。
Paragraph 1:
Then I saw Ryan running towards me.
Paragraph 2:
That night,after the cheer at the football game,I found Ryan. 核心素养提升(Unit 4)
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 will the speakers do tonight
[A] Eat out.
[B] Study at school.
[C] Get together at the man’s home.
(　　)2.What kind of tea does the woman want
[A] Tea with milk and sugar.
[B] Tea with a little sugar.
[C] Tea with a little milk.
(　　)3.What is the weather like now
[A] Cool. [B] Hot. [C] Rainy.
(　　)4.How many people survived the air crash
[A] 40. [B] 60. [C] 100.
(　　)5.Why does the woman return the dress
[A] Because it was too large.
[B] Because it was too small.
[C] Because it was too expensive.
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.Who are the speakers
[A] Boss and secretary.
[B] Guest and receptionist.
[C] Taxi driver and passenger.
(　　)7.How long did Roy work for John
[A] 3 years. [B] 10 years.
[C] 18 years.
　　听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
(　　)8.Where does the conversation probably take place
[A] At the office.
[B] At the airport.
[C] In a restaurant.
(　　)9.What is probably the woman’s concern about the trip to London
[A] Limited time. [B] Lack of money.
[C] The exchange rate.
　　听第8段材料,回答第10~12题。
(　　)10.What is the probable relationship between the speakers
[A] Old schoolmates.
[B] Colleagues.
[C] Neighbours.
(　　)11.What can we learn about the man’s new living place
[A] It’s near the ocean.
[B] It’s in a town.
[C] It’s noisy.
(　　)12.Where does the woman work now
[A] In a university.
[B] In a travel agency.
[C] In a trading company.
　　听第9段材料,回答第13~16题。
(　　)13.How many people are playing the game
[A] Three. [B] Four.
[C] Five.
(　　)14.Which type of game is it
[A] A war game. [B] A team game.
[C] A luck-based game.
(　　)15.What does the board look like
[A] A continent. [B] An airport.
[C] A map.
(　　)16.What is the purpose of the game
[A] To study diseases.
[B] To save the world.
[C] To learn geography.
　　听第10段材料,回答第17~20题。
(　　)17.Where is Highfield House located
[A] Near the sea. [B] On a farm.
[C] In a mountain.
(　　)18.What is Highfield House used as at present
[A] The home of Highfield family members.
[B] A place to show old things.
[C] A living place for tourists.
(　　)19.What can people do in Highfield House
[A] Plant trees in the garden.
[B] Enjoy a meal in the kitchen.
[C] Have a boat ride on the water.
(　　)20.What can be bought in Highfield House
[A] Planting and harvesting machines.
[B] Trees and plants.
[C] Steam engines.
听力原文
第一节
(Text 1)
W:Where are you heading in such a rush
M:I’m heading home.
W:Are we still going to have group study tonight
M:Yeah.I’m just going to get something to eat and then I’ll come back to school immediately.
(Text 2)
M:How do you like your tea,with milk or sugar
W:Not too much milk and no sugar,please.
(Text 3)
W:It hasn’t rained for days.I’m sure nobody can stand this kind of heat.
M:We’d better stay at home today.
W:But you promised to take me to the park.
M:I said we would go if it was cool today.
(Text 4)
W:Did you hear about the plane that crashed There were 100 people on board.
M:Yeah.Apparently,there are 60 people in the hospital with injuries.Luckily,no one else was hurt.
(Text 5)
W:I’d like to change this dress for a larger one.
M:OK!Pick out another one.I’ll put this one back.
W:Thank you.
第二节
(Text 6)
M:Excuse me I’m looking for a man named John McDonald.
W:Mr McDonald He lives on the 18th floor.Is he expecting you
M:No,he isn’t.The last time I saw him was three years ago.But he told me to come by and see him,if I was ever in town.
W:Let me give him a call and I’ll see if he is available.Could you tell me your name,please
M:Tell him it’s Roy Robinson.He’ll remember me.I used to drive him to work every day for a decade.
W:Well,then.I’m sure he’ll be glad to see you.
(Text 7)
W:It was very nice of you to take me to the airport.
M:Oh,it’s my pleasure.You’ll keep in touch with us,won’tyou
W:Of course.By the way,if you have time,you can come to London to have a trip while I’m there.
M:What a great idea!A trip to London would be wonderful.
W:Well,this trip is wonderful.But to be honest,the exchange rate is too high.
M:You have a point there.Oh,it sounds like they’re boarding now.Have a good trip.
(Text 8)
W:Hey,Steve,what’s up I haven’t seen you for ages since our graduation.Are you still living in town
M:No,I moved to the coast about a year ago.
W:Really I remember you used to live near the railway station.
M:Yes.The flat was a bit small.And I was fed up with the noisy environment there.
W:Tell me about your new living place.It is quite nice,isn’t it
M:Yes,it is.It’s not as hot as here,either.I’m about five minutes from the ocean.
W:Great.And you’re working at the university,aren’t you
M:Yes,I’m still enjoying it.So what about you
W:Oh,I still live in town.This time last year I moved into my new apartment.
M:No kidding.This time last year I moved to the coast.So where are you working these days
W:In a trading company.It’s a job with a lot of travel and a lot of meetings but it’s fun.I like it.
(Text 9)
W:OK,Ross.We have a new board game we want to play with you.
M:Do you guys already know how to play
W:I just read the instructions,and the three of them haven’t played before.
M:Good.That means it will be fair for everyone.Is this like a luck-based game
W:Well,it is not like most games where we play against each other.In this case,we are all working together to win the game.
M:So what are we trying to accomplish
W:We’re trying to cure four diseases that have spread all over the world.Just look at the continents on the board.
M:I see.So are these the airports of all the major cities in the world
W:That’s right.And we travel around trying to cure them before they get out of control.
M:All right.So how do we cure the diseases
W:Do you see these coloured cubes I have placed on all the cities They represent the four different diseases.When all the cubes of one colour are taken off,that disease is cured.
M:What if we only cured three of the four diseases when the game ends
W:Then we failed to do our job,and we lose the game.We win as a team;we lose as a team.
M:I like it!
(Text 10)
W:Come and enjoy 300 years of history in a single day!Highfield House is one of Britain’s finest old buildings,with attractive gardens and good views of the beautiful North Norfolk coast.Until recently,it was the home of members of the Highfield family.Now,however,it is a living museum full of art and history,where many objects in the past can be seen and enjoyed by the public.Highfield House really does have something for everyone.There are so many attractions,from the beautiful living rooms to the peaceful picnic places by the lake.You can even have a trip on the water.Enjoy a guided tour of the House,starting with the entrance,and carrying on through the various rooms.The tour of the House ends in the old kitchen.Highfield also has a large collection of objects which were once used on the farm,such as early planting and harvesting machines and steam engines.You will also find many wonderful examples of the work of local painters for sale in the shop.And don’t miss the beautiful Garden Centre,which has a good range of trees and plants for sale.Follow your visit with a delicious afternoon tea in the comfort of the tea room.Or,if you don’t wish to be inside,why not bring your own picnic with you to have in the park
【答案】 1~5　BCBCB　6~10　BBBCA
11~15　ACCBC　16~20　BABCB
第二部分　阅读理解(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
　　阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Do flying cars only exist in dreams of a far-off future Well,the future may be closer than you think.Let’s take a look at some modes of transport that we could be using in the future.
Flying taxi
A Slovakian engineering company has designed the world’s first 4-seater flying taxi which is a hybrid(混合物) —half supercar,half lightweight aircraft.It’s able to transform between the two modes of transport in fewer than 3 minutes as its wings move into the appropriate positions.It is expected to be released in 2027 and will be able to fly a distance of up to 500 miles (about 800 kilometres) between major cities.
Gyroscopic transport
Gyroscopic transport is a revolutionary new mode of transport that is being planned.It is the use of large pods supported by flexible legs that transport passengers over existing roads.These legs can adjust their length according to traffic demands to allow passengers to board.One of the best elements of this mode of transport is that it can operate over existing infrastructure (基础设施).
Hyperloop
Hyperloop has created a lot of excitement recently and received backing from many influential people in the tech world.Elon Musk is one of the main advocates of the hyperloop.
He has argued it could ease traffic in Los Angeles,US.The hyperloop is a high-speed public transportation system in which passengers travel in autonomous electric pods at about 965 kilometres per hour.A transport technology company conducted its first human trials of a hyperloop system in November 2020.
【语篇导读】 本文是应用文。文章介绍的是未来我们可能会使用的几种交通方式。
(　　)21.What do we know about the 4-seater flying taxi
[A] It will be the world’s first flying car.
[B] It could be in use in just 2 years’ time.
[C] It can switch between modes within 3 minutes.
[D] It can fly a maximum of 800 miles each trip.
【答案】 C
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第二段第二句可知,飞行出租车能够在3分钟之内进行两种交通方式之间的转换。故选C。
(　　)22.What is an advantage of gyroscopic transport
[A] It can travel either above or below ground.
[B] It can travel independent of traffic flow on the roads.
[C] It’s quicker and cheaper to build than other vehicles.
[D] It can hold more passengers than other forms of transport.
【答案】 B
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第三段最后一句可知,该交通方式可以在现有的基础设施之上来运行。故选B。
(　　)23.What is Elon Musk’s attitude towards the hyperloop
[A] Doubtful. [B] Worried.
[C] Critical. [D] Positive.
【答案】 D
【解析】 推理判断题。根据最后一段第一、第二句可知,hyperloop得到了许多在科技界有影响力的人士的支持,同时Elon Musk是hyperloop的主要倡导者之一,因此可以推断出他对hyperloop持积极的态度。故选D。
B
Sea lions have become the first-ever “videographers” of the ocean.In a recent study,
scientists from the University of Adelaide have equipped Australian sea lions with cameras to gather critical data on their behavior and habitats.By attaching these monitoring devices,
scientists are hoping to see these endangered creatures’ habitats.
With these high-tech tracking devices,experts can record detailed information about their movements and diving patterns.In turn,it can help us gather insights to improve conservation efforts for sea lions.Australian sea lions,which are native to the southern and western coasts of Australia,are currently facing severe threats from habitat loss,fishing activities,and climate change.For years,their population has been steadily declining.
The collected data will provide invaluable insights into the sea lions’ feeding habits,
migration (迁徙) routes,and breeding (繁殖) sites.Dr Jane Smith,an ocean biologist at the University of Adelaide,emphasized the importance of this research.“By understanding where these sea lions go and what they do,we can create more effective conservation plans to protect their natural habitats and ensure their survival,” she said in a report.
Results from the monitoring project have already shown surprising findings.The sea lions are traveling further and diving deeper than previously believed,which suggests that they might be adapting to changing environmental conditions.These findings help shape conservation efforts to better protect these critical habitats.
The project has received attention and support from the broader scientific community and the public.The innovative use of technology in wildlife conservation demonstrates a promising approach to addressing the challenges faced by endangered species.As this research progresses,it is expected to contribute significantly to ocean conservation efforts not only for Australian sea lions but also for other ocean species.The comprehensive data collected will help create targeted and effective conservation strategies,ensuring the health and sustainability of ocean ecosystems.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章介绍了澳大利亚科学家使用创新技术,让海狮携带摄像机收集海洋生态数据的研究项目。这项研究对海洋生态系统的保护具有重要意义。
(　　)24.What does the author mean by mentioning “videographers” in Paragraph 1
[A] Cameras will be attached to sea lions.
[B] Sea lions will learn how to take photos.
[C] Sea lions will work with photographers.
[D] Cameras will be used as security guards.
【答案】 A
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第一段中的“In a recent study,scientists from...on their behavior and habitats.”可知,科学家们为澳大利亚海狮配备了摄像头,以收集有关它们的行为和栖息地的关键数据。故选A。
(　　)25.What is likely a key goal of the sea lion research
[A] To track migrations.
[B] To deal with sea pollution.
[C] To enhance species protection.
[D] To improve fishing techniques.
【答案】 C
【解析】 推理判断题。根据第三段最后一句可推知,海狮研究的关键目标可能是加强物种保护。故选C。
(　　)26.What can we infer about Australian sea lions from Paragraph 4
[A] They are becoming more numerous.
[B] They are adaptive.
[C] They dive deep to avoid enemies.
[D] They behave as expected.
【答案】 B
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第四段中的“The sea lions are traveling further...changing environmental conditions.”可知,澳大利亚海狮对不断变化的环境条件是有适应性的。
故选B。
(　　)27.What does the author imply about the technology in wildlife conservation
[A] It’s money-consuming.
[B] It’s fully developed.
[C] It’s widely accepted.
[D] It shows promising potential.
【答案】 D
【解析】 推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“The innovative use of technology...but also for other ocean species.”可推知,科技在野生动物保护中显示出巨大的潜力。故选D。
C
　　One reason why robots will never fully measure up to people is that they lack human-like social skills.But researchers are experimenting with new methods to give robots social skills to better interact with humans.
The experiment was carried out by researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).The team developed a machine learning system for self-driving vehicles that is designed to learn the social characteristics of other drivers.The researchers studied driving situations to learn how other drivers on the road were likely to behave.Since not all human drivers act the same way,the data was meant to teach the driverless car to elude dangerous situations.
The researchers say the technology uses tools borrowed from the field of social psychology (心理学).In this experiment,scientists created a system that attempted to decide whether a person’s driving style is more selfish or selfless.In road tests,self-driving vehicles equipped with the system improved their ability to predict what other drivers would do by up to 25 percent.
In one test,the self-driving car was observed making a left-hand turn.The study found the system could cause the vehicle to wait before making the turn if it predicted the oncoming drivers acted selfishly and might be unsafe.But when the oncoming vehicles were judged to be selfless,the self-driving car could make the turn without delay (延迟) because it saw less risk of unsafe behaviour.
The MIT team plans to expand its research model to include other things that a self-driving vehicle might need to deal with.These include predictions about people walking around traffic,as well as bicycles and other things found in driving environments.The researchers believe the technology could also be used in vehicles with human drivers.It could act as a warning system against other drivers judged to be behaving badly.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章说明了研究人员正在试验新方法,让机器人掌握类人的社交技能,更好地与人类互动;该团队为自动驾驶汽车开发了一个机器学习系统,旨在了解人类司机的行为方式。
(　　)28.What is the purpose of the experiment
[A] To reduce human drivers’ mistakes.
[B] To develop a machine learning system.
[C] To give robots human-like social skills.
[D] To prove robots can never replace humans.
【答案】 C
【解析】 推理判断题。根据第一段最后一句可知,试验的目的是赋予机器人类人的社交技能。故选C。
(　　)29.What does the underlined word “elude” mean in Paragraph 2
[A] Avoid. [B] Monitor.
[C] Investigate. [D] Record.
【答案】 A
【解析】 猜测词义题。根据画线词上文“Since not all human drivers act the same way,the data was meant to teach the driverless car to”以及下文“dangerous situations”可知,并非所有人类司机的行为方式都一样,这些数据旨在教会无人驾驶汽车避开危险情况。故画线词意思应是“避免”,与avoid意思一致。故选A。
(　　)30.What caused the self-driving car to wait or turn quickly
[A] The traffic lights.
[B] The road markings.
[C] The human drivers’ directions.
[D] The oncoming drivers’ driving styles.
【答案】 D
【解析】 推理判断题。根据第四段中的“The study found the system could...less risk of unsafe behaviour.”可知,迎面驶来的汽车的司机的驾驶风格会导致自动驾驶汽车等待或快速转弯。故选D。
(　　)31.What can we learn from the last paragraph
[A] More traffic participants will be involved in the research.
[B] Walkers and cyclists will be invited to join in the project.
[C] New rules will be developed for road users.
[D] Human drivers will make way for robots.
【答案】 A
【解析】 推理判断题。根据最后一段第一、第二句可推知,更多的交通参与者将参与研究。故选A。
D
The practice of students endlessly copying letters and sentences from a blackboard is a thing of the past.With the coming of new technologies,writing by hand has become something of nostalgic (怀旧的) skill.However,while today’s educators are using more and more technologies in their teaching,many believe basic handwriting skills are still necessary for students to be successful—both in school and in life.
Virginia Berninger,professor of educational psychology at the University of Washington,
says it’s important to continue teaching handwriting and help children acquire the skill of writing by hand.
Berninger and her colleagues conducted a study that looked at the ability of students to complete various writing tasks—both on a computer and by hand.The study found that when writing with a pen and paper,participants wrote longer essays and more complete sentences and had a faster word production rate.
In a more recent study,Berninger looked at what role spelling plays in a student’s writing skills and found that how well children spell is tied to how well they can write.“Spelling makes some of the thinking parts of the brain active which helps us access our vocabulary,
word meaning and concepts.It is allowing our written language to connect with ideas,” Berninger said.
“Spelling helps students translate ideas into words in their minds first and then to transcribe (转换) those words in the minds into written symbols on paper or keyboard and screen,” the study said.Seeing the words in the “mind’s eye” helps children not only to turn their ideas into words,but also to spot spelling mistakes when they write the words down and to correct them over time.
“In our computer age,some people believe that we don’t have to teach spelling because we have spellchecks,” she said.“But until a child has a functional spelling ability of about a fifth grade level,they won’t have the knowledge to choose the correct spelling among the options given by the computer.”
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章介绍了随着现代科技的发展,手写渐渐被人们忽视。但是Berninger的研究表明,手写在现代教学中应该占有一席之地,因为加强拼写有助于学生写作能力的发展。
(　　)32.What can we learn from Berninger’s first study
[A] It focused on the difference between writing by hand and on a computer.
[B] It indicated that students prefer to write with a pen and paper.
[C] It found that good essays are made up of long sentences.
[D] It discussed the importance of writing speed.
【答案】 A
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第三段中的“Berninger and her colleagues...The study found that...”可知,Berninger第一次的研究观察并比较了学生通过电脑和手写分别完成写作任务的能力,由此可知,第一次研究关注的是手写和在电脑上书写的区别。故选A。
(　　)33.Which of the following best shows the role of spelling
[A] Spelling improves one’s memory of words.
[B] Spelling ability is closely related to writing ability.
[C] Spelling benefits the translation from words into ideas.
[D] Spelling slows down finding exact words to express ideas.
【答案】 B
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第四段第一句可知,拼写能力与写作能力密切相关。故选B。
(　　)34.What does the underlined phrase “mind’s eye” in Paragraph 5 mean
[A] Window. [B] Passage.
[C] Picture. [D] Imagination.
【答案】 D
【解析】 猜测短语题。根据画线短语的上文“Spelling helps students...in their minds first and...”和下文“helps children not only to turn...and to correct them over time”可知,此处描述学生拼写时的思维机制以及该机制的好处。由此推知,这种好处是“首先在脑海中把想法转换成单词”带来的,这是一种想象力的表现,mind’s eye意思应该是“想象力”。故选D。
(　　)35.What conclusion could be drawn from the passage
[A] Spellchecks can take the place of spelling teaching.
[B] Handwriting still has a place in today’s classrooms.
[C] Computers can help people with their choice of words.
[D] Functional spelling ability develops fast in the fifth grade.
【答案】 B
【解析】 推理判断题。根据最后一段并通读全文可知,文章首先在第一段提出在如今高科技发展的时代,手写看上去好像没什么用了,但在后文列举了Berninger的两次研究,表明手写很重要,与写作能力密切相关。由此可知,文章想传达“手写在当今的教室里仍然占有一席之地”的结论。故选B。
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
　　阅读下面的短文,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。
　　In the freezing cold winter,air conditioners and heaters work overtime.The satisfaction of feeling a warm breeze against your skin is an amazing experience.36.　　
What are to blame are often the inefficient home appliances you have.Luckily,there are smart home appliances that can alleviate this burden.These appliances offer many benefits,all while keeping your electric bill manageable.
37.　　　 Smart lighting systems can detect activity in an area and adjust illumination accordingly,providing energy efficiency.In terms of security,smart door locks offer peace of mind by automatically securing your home when you leave.
And smart appliances can do more.From floor-cleaning robots to smart laundry systems,
these appliances are equipped with advanced sensors.They make household chores effortless,
leaving you more time for recreational activities.38.　　　 You can even set a romantic mood in the living room by adjusting the smart lights and playing a romantic comedy movie on the smart TV.
Now,if you’re considering switching to smart home appliances,it’s advisable to approach this gradually.39.　　　 Smart lights,switches,plugs,smart hub,and of course,Wi-Fi are wise choices.These small items play a crucial role in your smart home setup,especially the smart hub and the Wi-Fi.
Switching from traditional and inefficient home appliances to smart ones is more than just a modern convenience.40.　　　 You’re not just simplifying your daily routines but actively contributing to environmental conservation efforts.
A.But it needs a greener solution.
B.But the following electric bill can be a shock.
C.It’s a significant step towards a sustainable future.
D.Smart TVs provide many entertainment options for you to explore.
E.Moreover,smart appliances extend their features beyond the chores.
F.Advanced appliances can effectively manage every aspect of your household.
G.As large appliances can be significant investments,it is easier to start with smaller items.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章介绍了智能家居设备如何提高能源效率、保卫家庭安全、简化日常家务,并且对环境保护做出积极贡献。
36.【答案】 B
【解析】 设空处上文讲寒冷的冬天,空调和加热器过度工作,且冬天吹暖气非常过瘾,B项承接上文且和后面的inefficient home appliances呼应,因为家用电器的低效,才导致电费的高昂。故选B。
37.【答案】 F
【解析】 根据后文的Smart lighting systems和smart door locks可知,此处也需要引出高级节能的家用电器,同时也能够和上一段低效的家用电器形成对比,F项符合题意。故选F。
38.【答案】 D
【解析】 根据后文的“playing a romantic comedy movie on the smart TV”可知,D项符合上下文语义并与下文的the smart TV相呼应。故选D。
39.【答案】 G
【解析】 后文的smart lights,switches,plugs,smart hub 都是小物件,即对应smaller items,而且根据上文的approach this gradually可知,我们需要一步一步地向智能家居迈进,从小的设备开始、逐步开始。故选G。
40.【答案】 C
【解析】 more than just 表示“不仅仅是”,后面需要一个肯定句,整句话的意思是 “从传统低效的家电切换到智能家电不仅仅是现代便捷性的体现,更是一个迈向可持续未来的重大步骤。” C项中的it指代的是“Switching from traditional and inefficient home appliances to smart ones”这件事。 故选C。
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)
　　阅读下面的短文,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。
　　When I was young,my family had one of the first telephones in our neighborhood.I used to listen with 　41　 when my mother talked to the old case 　42　 to the wall.
Then I discovered that inside the wonderful 　43　 lived an amazing person — Information Please,who could 　44　 anybody’s number.
My first personal 　45　 with this genie (精灵)-in-the-bottle came one day.Amusing myself at the tool bench,I hit my finger with a hammer.The pain was terrible,but there was no one home to give 　46　.Suddenly I spotted the telephone.Quickly I ran for it and 　47　 the receiver.“Information Please!” I 　48　.A voice spoke into my ear.“Information.” “I hurt my finger...” The tears came readily enough now that I had a(n) 　49　.
“Isn’t your mother home ” came the question.
“Nobody’s home but me.”
“Are you bleeding ”
“No.” I replied.
“Can you open your icebox ” she asked.I said I could.“Then 　50　 a little piece of ice and hold it to your finger.”
After that I called her for everything.I asked her for help with my geography and math.
She even 　51　 me that my pet chipmunk I had caught in the park liked eating fruits and nuts.
As I grew into my teens,the memories of those childhood 　52　 never really left me;
often in moments of 　53　 I would recall the sense of security I had then.I 　54　 how patient and 　55　 a stranger was to have spent her time on a little boy.
【语篇导读】 本文是记叙文。作者认为电话箱子里住着一个可以询问任何事情的神奇的人,这段回忆给长大后的作者带来安全感,作者也十分感激小时候陪他聊天的陌生人。
(　　)41.[A] respect [B] sincerity
[C] fascination [D] caution
【答案】 C
【解析】 此处指以前母亲对着墙上的那个旧箱子说话时,作者总是听得入迷(fascination)。故选C。
(　　)42.[A] driven [B] pushed
[C] opened [D] fastened
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据“the old case”及“to the wall”可知,以前的老电话是系在(fastened)墙上的。故选D。
(　　)43.[A] hole [B] device
[C] home [D] community
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据“inside the wonderful”及上文“the old case”可知,作者小时候认为这是一个神奇的设备(device)。故选B。
(　　)44.[A] supply [B] change
[C] delete [D] guess
【答案】 A
【解析】 根据“anybody’s number”及下文“After that I called her for everything.”可知,作者发现电话里的人能提供(supply)任何人的号码。故选A。
(　　)45.[A] meeting [B] experience
[C] interview [D] cooperation
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据“Quickly I ran for it”可知,it指代电话,这里指作者亲身体验了与电话里的人说话的经历(experience)。故选B。
(　　)46.[A] approval [B] confidence
[C] sympathy [D] comment
【答案】 C
【解析】 根据“The pain was terrible,but there was no one home to give”可知,作者弄伤了手,但是家里没有人在,故没有人给予同情(sympathy)。故选C。
(　　)47.[A] pressed [B] fixed
[C] replaced [D] lifted
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据“the receiver”可知,作者走到电话的地方举起(lifted)听筒。故选D。
(　　)48.[A] ordered [B] cheered
[C] yelled [D] declared
【答案】 C
【解析】 根据前文“Information Please!”并结合作者对电话的着迷可知,作者应该是大声喊着(yelled)与对方说话。故选C。
(　　)49.[A] teacher [B] audience
[C] partner [D] assistant
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据“Information.”及下文“Isn’t your mother home ”可知,电话里传来声音,作者认为这是自己的听众(audience)。故选B。
(　　)50.[A] heat up [B] slip on
[C] put away [D] chip off
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据“a little piece of ice and hold it to your finger”及上文内容可知,作者弄伤了手指,电话里的人让作者切下(chip off)一块冰敷在手指上。故选D。
(　　)51.[A] informed [B] showed
[C] warned [D] inspired
【答案】 A
【解析】 根据“that my pet chipmunk...liked eating fruits and nuts”可知,这是电话里的人告诉(informed)作者的话。故选A。
(　　)52.[A] conversations [B] injuries
[C] pains [D] dreams
【答案】 A
【解析】 根据“the memories of those childhood”及上文“After that I called her for everything.”可知,作者童年和电话里的人进行了很多的对话(conversations)。故选A。
(　　)53.[A] glory [B] kindness
[C] doubt [D] anger
【答案】 C
【解析】 根据“I would recall the sense of security I had then”可知,当作者感到怀疑(doubt)时,就会想起小时候进行对话的安全感。故选C。
(　　)54.[A] admitted [B] appreciated
[C] wondered [D] estimated
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据“a stranger was to have spent her time on a little boy”可知,电话里的女士对于年幼的作者十分有耐心,这让作者感到感激(appreciated)。故选B。
(　　)55.[A] optimistic [B] ambitious
[C] disciplined [D] understanding
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据“patient”并结合作者总是提问电话里的人问题可知,小时候,电话里的人对于作者是有耐心的,也是善解人意的(understanding)。故选D。
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
　　阅读下面的短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
　　The home of the future won’t be 56.　　　　 (complete) different and we will be living in houses and flats just as we do today.57. 　　　　 (build) in different shapes,no two homes will look the same.People will be able to buy “house kits” containing a basic house structure,
with adjustable walls,doors and windows.They will put together the different parts 58.　　　　 (create) the home they want.
Space holidays will develop in the future,but these holidays won’t be for everyone because they are 59.　　　　 (expensive) than holidays on the earth.Short space trips will develop first,and then the space hotels will go around the earth 60.　　　　 it will be possible to have a longer vacation.By 61.　　　　 end of the next century,there will be holiday centres on the moon with leisure facilities for families.
According to the laws of physics,the earth is going to 62.　　　　 (appear) some time in the future.This isn’t going to happen tomorrow but scientists predict that it will happen in five billion years when our sun 63.　　　　 (explode).64.　　　　 a result,we will have to explore the universe and find another home.At some point in the distant future,either we stay on the earth and die with it,or we leave and move to another planet,there won’t be any other
65.　　　　 (choose).
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章畅想了未来的房子及生活。
56.【答案】 completely
【解析】 考查副词。修饰形容词 different要用副词。故填completely。
57.【答案】 Built
【解析】 考查非谓语动词。空处是状语,build与主语no two homes之间是被动关系,要用过去分词,位于句首首字母大写。故填Built。
58.【答案】 to create
【解析】 考查非谓语动词。空处表目的,要用动词不定式。故填to create。
59.【答案】 more expensive
【解析】 考查形容词比较级。根据 than holidays on the earth可知此处要用比较级。故填more expensive。
60.【答案】 where
【解析】 考查定语从句。空处引导定语从句,先行词是the earth,关系词在定语从句中作地点状语,需用关系副词where。故填where。
61.【答案】 the
【解析】 查冠词。by the end of意为“在……末”,是固定搭配。 故填the。
62.【答案】 disappear
【解析】 考查动词。根据 be going to do可知,空处用动词原形,结合句意可知,此处意为“消失”,应用其反义词形式。故填disappear。
63.【答案】 explodes
【解析】 考查动词时态。主句为一般将来时,when引导的时间状语从句要用一般现在时表将来,主语为our sun,谓语动词使用第三人称单数形式。故填explodes。
64.【答案】 As
【解析】 考查固定短语。固定短语as a result意为“因此”,位于句首,首字母需大写。故填As。
65.【答案】 choice
【解析】 考查名词。根据any other可知空处应用名词单数形式。故填choice。
第四部分　写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
　　假设你是李华,外教Bob打算使用AI技术辅助英语作文批改,并向同学们征询意见。请你给外教写一封邮件,内容包括:
1.你的看法;
2.你的建议。
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。
Dear Bob,
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
[写作指导]
　　One possible version:
Dear Bob,
　　I hope this email finds you well.I have some thoughts on using AI for marking our English essays.While I see the benefits of faster feedback,I am concerned about the accuracy and reliability of AI in understanding the subtle details of our writing.AI might miss implied meanings,humorous expressions,or the creativity in our essays,leading to incorrect evaluations.
To address these concerns,I suggest only using AI as a supplementary tool.It can provide initial feedback on grammar,spelling,and basic structure,while you can review the contents,coherence,and overall quality.This combined approach would ensure a more comprehensive and fair assessment.
Thank you for considering my perspective.I am looking forward to your feedback.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
　　阅读下面的材料,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。
　　Monday started out well.I woke up on time,ate breakfast and did some last-minute studying for my first hour maths test.I was confident of getting good grades.Then I left my house.Ten minutes later,I was settled with my friends on the school bus.We were busy chatting about how we spent our weekend.At one stop,Ryan got on hurriedly.He tripped (绊倒) over someone’s foot accidentally and THUMP!He fell flat onto the floor.
Every one of us on the bus looked on and laughed crazily.Ryan struggled to his feet,dusted (擦灰) off his jacket and made his way to an empty seat.He tried to laugh with us,but his face was burning with embarrassment.The rest of the morning flew by.I did well in my maths test.I read two more chapters of To Kill a Mockingbird in English class.It wasn’t long before we heard the lunch bell.I met my friends from the cheerleading team in the dining hall.Then I couldn’t help but notice Ryan a few tables away,sitting all alone.He caught me looking.I smiled at him quickly and looked away.
When we had finished eating,we headed out to the courtyard to practise a cheer we would do at that night’s football game.After much practice,we finally managed to do the cheer perfectly.We decided to practise it again one last time.Again,just like the rest of my day so far,the cheer was going great.I raised my leg for one last toe touch.RIPPP!I felt my jeans split down the middle of my backside.
I froze.I had no idea what to do but stand still.Then I heard people burst out laughing and I saw them pointing at my torn jeans.Trying to cover myself with my hands,I tried to laugh too,but I felt tears begin to well up in my eyes.
注意:续写词数应为150个左右。
Paragraph 1:
Then I saw Ryan running towards me.
Paragraph 2:
That night,after the cheer at the football game,I found Ryan.
[情节构建]
情节线 情感线
Who Ryan and I 尴尬 不知所措 感激 开心
When On Monday
Where On the bus and on campus
What I felt my jeans split down the middle of my backside;instead of laughing at me,Ryan gave me his jacket to cover my torn jeans.
Conflict & Clue Conflict:I felt my jeans split down the middle of my backside and I had no idea what to do but stand still. Clue:Then I saw Ryan running towards me.
Theme Ryan helped me when I was in embarrassment with his honesty and kindness.
Para.1 Then I saw Ryan running towards me. Q1:What did I think Ryan would do at first Q2:What did Ryan do Q3:How did I feel
Para.2 That night,after the cheer at the football game,I found Ryan. Q1:What did I do to Ryan Q2:How did Ryan react Q3:How did I feel
　　One possible version:
Then I saw Ryan running towards me.Suddenly the scene struck me where he fell flat and I laughed at him crazily.I thought he would join in with those laughing at me.I lowered my head,my face burning with embarrassment.However,Ryan didn’t laugh.Instead,he approached me from behind,quickly took off his jacket and wrapped it around my waist ,providing a temporary solution to my torn jeans.Struggling against my tears,I did want to express my gratitude to him but courage failed me.I left the courtyard in total silence.
That night,after the cheer at the football game,I found Ryan.I thanked him for giving me his jacket and returned it to him.Gathering my courage,I sincerely apologized to him for my improper behaviour on the bus,and thanked him for helping me out of an equally embarrassing situation.I also told him that his simple act of kindness had turned an embarrassing moment into a cherished memory which brought us closer.Ryan,with a broad smile,patted me on the shoulder and told me to forget about it,joking he fell like that a lot .I admired his honesty and sense of humour,and realized that he was someone who could be a good friend to me .Honestly,Monday was a great day indeed!
点津:为where引导的定语从句;
为独立主格结构;
中的approached,took off和wrapped为连续的动作链描写;
为现在分词短语作状语,表自然而然的结果;
中的patted,told,forget和joking为连续的动作链描写;
为that引导的宾语从句,其中含有一个who引导的定语从句。

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