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核心素养提升(Unit 2)
第一部分　听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话读两遍。
(　　)1.Where were the photos taken
[A]In New Mexico.
[B]In California.
[C]In Arizona.
(　　)2.What will the woman do this weekend
[A]Do some surveys.
[B]Organise the information.
[C]Plan out her project.
(　　)3.What will the man do about his foot
[A]Ice it. [B]Get an X-ray.
[C]Call a doctor.
(　　)4.What is the probable relationship between the two speakers
[A]Teacher and student.
[B]Classmates.
[C]Job-seeker and interviewer.
(　　)5.Why is the city hotter than before according to experts
[A]Because of less rain.
[B]Because of the pollution.
[C]Because of the use of air conditioners.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
(　　)6.What are the speakers talking about
[A]A special festival.
[B]Bachelor/Bachelorette parties.
[C]Online shopping.
(　　)7.What is the purpose of Double 11 according to the woman
[A]To help people show love.
[B]To help people get together.
[C]To promote online shopping.
听第7段材料,回答第8至10题。
(　　)8.What is the man’s attitude towards learning English
[A]Confident. [B]Afraid.
[C]Cautious.
(　　)9.Where does the man learn the most
[A]Popular TV shows.
[B]News shows.
[C]Extra classes.
(　　)10.What is the woman
[A]She is a waitress.
[B]She is a tutor.
[C]She is a reporter.
听第8段材料,回答第11至13题。
(　　)11.When did the speakers’ parents get married
[A]15 years ago. [B]30 years ago.
[C]35 years ago.
(　　)12.What will the speakers do for the wedding anniversary
[A]Send their parents on a trip.
[B]Have a little wedding ceremony.
[C]Invite some new friends to a party.
(　　)13.Who will send out the invitation emails
[A]The man. [B]Mum and Dad.
[C]The woman.
听第9段材料,回答第14至17题。
(　　)14.Why does Kate look upset
[A]Because she lost her money.
[B]Because her money was stolen.
[C]Because she spent all her allowance this month.
(　　)15.How much does the woman get every month
[A]About $700. [B]About $950.
[C]About $1,000.
(　　)16.What does the man suggest the woman do
[A]Work more. [B]Rest more.
[C]Spend less.
(　　)17.What is the man probably going to do
[A]Help the woman find a better job.
[B]Help the woman make a budget.
[C]Tell the woman some economic knowledge.
听第10段材料,回答第18至20题。
(　　)18.What did the school raise money for
[A]A hospital.
[B]Women’s equality.
[C]The science fair.
(　　)19.Who won the award for excellence in English
[A]Greg. [B]Shannon.
[C]John.
(　　)20.When might the announcement take place
[A]In February. [B]In April.
[C]In June.
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
Poetry Contest
The contest is open to anyone aged thirteen and up who writes poetry.Enter your poem for a free chance to win prizes!You can submit a poem on any topic,employing whatever style you prefer.
Information
No entry fee is required for the contest.The main contest is held twice a year.Contest dates are 1 January to 30 June and 1 July to 31 December.All winners will receive a letter and their prize via regular mail.The first-place winner will be contacted by phone or email and asked to call our office to confirm their identity before their prize is mailed.As soon as the complete list of winners is drawn up,it will be posted on the home page.
Rules
·Only submit ONE poem,ONE time.Only one poem per household will be accepted.
·One poem must be 26 lines or fewer,including stanza breaks but not including the title,and lines may be no more than 55 characters across,including spaces.
·Do not use “texting” lingo.Properly spell out all words and type the first word of each line in capital letter.
·All poems must be written in English.
Prizes
Both contests award one first-place prize of $2,000 and a first-prize wall plaque (匾牌) ($100 value);twenty second-place prizes of $100 each and a second-place wall plaque($75 value);one hundred third-place winners of a third-place gift certificate($25 value).Sixty to seventy per cent of all entries become semi-finalists and receive a certificate of participation suitable for framing.
【语篇导读】 本文是应用文。文章主要介绍了参加诗歌比赛的相关信息。
(　　)21.What do we know about the poetry contest
[A]It is a free contest.
[B]Anyone can enter for it.
[C]All poems will be published.
[D]Each contestant will get a reward.
(　　)22.Which of the following will cause disqualification 　
[A]Submitting one poem.
[B]Composing a poem of 23 lines.
[C]Writing a poem in English.
[D]Typing the poem in capital letters.
(　　)23.What will be awarded to a third-place winner
[A]A wall plaque.
[B]A gift certificate.
[C]$25.
[D]$75.
B
　　Being a writer in the 21st century can keep you in front of a screen for so long that it feels like the room is sideways.Being a human with the Internet can mean hours spent on social media,scrolling and posting for so long that your sense of reality actually becomes sideways. Three years ago,I started to search for ways to deal with my anxiety.I had a brilliant idea,one that felt completely foreign to people like me: I’d go outside,to the real outside.
I grew up in the city,not hiking or camping,so I knew nothing about the outdoors.I have three kids with endless energy,so I figured I could solve two questions at once.I would get a breather from my job and the kids would play with insects and realise there is nothing better than nature.
We drove to Great Falls,Virginia,where hundreds of people on any given day spent hours meandering through the hillside and forest.The blue water pulsed,turning white and crashing powerfully hundreds of feet beneath us.The kids held their breath as if they had seen magic. But it’s just nature,just the outside,and that had been there all along.Since then,we’ve been fascinated.
Last summer I felt my home’s walls closing in,so I decided to go camping.I built my first fire.My kids watched my every move,asking every ten minutes to help get more branches and roast meat.About a month,my craving to take a break from the city grew again.We camped two more times before the cold came,each time seeing a bit more of what nature had to offer city folks.
【语篇导读】 本文是记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者三年前为了减轻焦虑选择了走向户外的故事。
(　　)24.Why did the author decide to go outside three years ago
[A]Because he/she was interested in nature.
[B]Because he/she hoped to reduce anxiety.
[C]Because he/she fell in love with camping.
[D]Because he/she was eager for the outdoors.
(　　)25.What does the author want his/her kids to do
[A]Enjoy the beauty of nature.
[B]Stay away from social media.
[C]Learn to protect themselves.
[D]Choose to do what they are fond of.
(　　)26.How did the kids feel about the tour to Great Falls
[A]Tired. [B]Scared.
[C]Bored. [D]Excited.
(　　)27.What does the underlined word “craving” in the last paragraph mean
[A]Memory. [B]Chance.
[C]Desire. [D]Ability.
C
　　Life satisfaction is the way persons evaluate their lives and how they feel about their directions and options for the future.It’s a measure of well-being and may be evaluated in terms of mood,satisfaction with relations,with others and with achieved goals and self-concepts to cope with daily life.It’s having a favourable attitude towards one’s life as a whole rather than just an evaluation of current feelings.Life satisfaction has been measured in relation to economy,education,experiences,and residence,as well as many other topics.
Life satisfaction can reflect experiences that have influenced a person in a positive way.These experiences have the ability to motivate people to pursue and reach their goals.As a matter of fact,in these experiences there are two kinds of emotions that may positively influence how people understand their lives.Hope and optimism both consist of emotional processes that are usually directed towards the reaching of goals.People who have higher life satisfaction are always full of hope for a better future;additionally,optimism is linked to higher life satisfaction,while pessimism is related to symptoms in depression.
The psychologist,Yuval Palgi,studied the old people who were primarily in their nineties.This subject group held a positive view of their past and present,but were less optimistic about their future.A large factor that was talked about in life satisfaction was intelligence.The experiments talk of how life satisfaction grows as people become older because they become wiser and more knowledgeable,then they begin to see that life will be better as they grow older and understand more about the important things in life.But when they step into their nineties,future becomes a luxury to them.
According to Seligman,the happier people are,the less they are focused on the negative. Happier people also have a greater tendency to like other people,which promotes a happier environment and then correlates with a higher level of life satisfaction.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要讲述了生活满意度对幸福生活的影响,提出了人们应该时刻抱有希望并以乐观的态度对待生活的观点。
(　　)28.What can we learn about life satisfaction from Paragraph 1
[A]It can be easily measured through income and education.
[B]It merely determines people’s attitude towards the future.
[C]It includes a positive attitude towards people’s entire life.
[D]It has nothing to do with the evaluation of current feelings.
(　　)29.Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage
[A]The wealthier a person is,the happier he will feel.
[B]Happy people won’t be influenced by the negative items in life.
[C]Happy people are more likely to get along well with others.
[D]Intelligence plays a leading role in determining people’s happiness.
(　　)30.What was the attitude of most old people towards their future
[A]They were less hopeful about it.
[B]They thought highly of it.
[C]They felt satisfied with it.
[D]They were scared of it.
(　　)31.What may be the best title for the text
[A]Old People Have Much More Life Satisfaction
[B]Life Satisfaction—the Key to a Happier Life
[C]Optimism Ensures Life Satisfaction
[D]Emotions Affect Life Satisfaction
D
　　Life is not always smooth and easy.Sometimes we may encounter adversity,such as illness,loss,failure,or conflict,which tests our resilience and courage.In these situations,we may feel lonely and helpless,and lose confidence and hope.However,we are not alone.We have our family members,who can play a significant role in helping us overcome adversity.
　　Family is the most intimate and trustworthy group of people in our lives.They share our blood and genes,and have a deep bond with us.They know our strengths and weaknesses,our joys and sorrows,our dreams and fears.They care about our well-being and happiness,and are willing to sacrifice for us.They can offer us unconditional love and acceptance,which can heal our wounds and soothe our pain.
Family is also the most supportive group of people in our lives.They have a long history and rich culture,and have a profound impact on our values and beliefs.They can teach us important lessons and skills,such as honesty,responsibility,cooperation,and perseverance.They can also provide us with various resources and assistance,such as money,information,advice, and connections.They can help us cope with challenges and difficulties,and find solutions and opportunities.
Family is also the most inspiring and motivating group of people in our lives.They have their own stories and achievements,and have great potential for growth and development.They can set an example for us to follow and admire.They can also challenge us to improve ourselves and pursue excellence.They can encourage us to explore our interests and talents,and follow our passions and goals.They can support us in our endeavours,and celebrate our successes and contributions.
In summary,family is an indispensable part of our lives,especially when we face adversity. They can play a positive role in many aspects,such as giving us love and acceptance,teaching us lessons and skills,providing us with resources and assistance,setting an example for us, challenging us to improve ourselves,encouraging us to follow our passions,supporting us in our endeavours,celebrating our successes.Therefore,we should appreciate our family members and express our gratitude and affection to them.
【语篇导读】 本文是议论文。文章讲述了家人在我们生活中的重要性,家人在逆境中为我们提供支持,是我们最信赖的人。
(　　)32.What is the main idea of the first paragraph
[A]We face difficulties and challenges in life.
[B]Adversity challenges our strength and bravery.
[C]We feel hopeless when we face the problems.
[D]Families provide support in times of adversity.
(　　)33.What does the author imply by saying “They share our blood and genes,and have a deep bond with us” in Paragraph 2
[A]We have the same blood type as our family members.
[B]Family members are willing to give up their lives for us.
[C]We are genetically and emotionally close to our family members.
[D]We have little in common with family members.
(　　)34.Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a lesson or skill that family can teach us
[A]Honesty. [B]Responsibility.
[C]Cooperation. [D]Competition.
(　　)35.How does the author support his conclusion in the last paragraph
[A]By telling personal stories.
[B]By giving examples.
[C]By asking questions.
[D]By offering his suggestions.
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。
Enhancing self-esteem (自尊) is vital for personal growth,and there are some simple strategies for improving your self-esteem and generating a positive mindset.By employing these strategies,you can enhance your self-esteem and improve your overall outlook on life.
36.　　　 It often serves as a commentary on our daily lives.When your inner critic is overly critical,it can damage your self-image.To avoid this,question the truthfulness of your negative thoughts and reconsider them positively.For instance,instead of thinking “I’m too stupid to get this,” tell yourself,“This is hard,but I’m determined to get it.” Practise this by writing down your challenges and responses to retrain your inner voice.
Be your own cheerleader.37.　　　 Talk about them in the third person to create distance from negative self-judgment.This practice helps you focus on your strengths rather than your weaknesses.
Let go of negativity.Identify and eliminate negative influences in your life.Write a list of the negative things in your life,whether they are people,bad habits,or self-defeating thoughts. Actively change your routines to rule out activities that bring you down.38.　　
Surround yourself with loving relationships.The benefits of having a strong and meaningful social network can be far-reaching and long-lasting.39.　　　 It’s a great way to instantly harvest the benefits these relationships bring to your life.If you struggle with accepting others’ compliments,practise saying “thank you” to interrupt negative internal commentary.
Avoid comparing yourself to others.40.　　　 Remind yourself that you cannot experience someone else’s life,and that their reality may not be as perfect as it appears.Taking breaks from social media can also help.
A.Make time for self-care.
B.Manage your inner speech.
C.It often leads to feelings of inferiority.
D.Consciously adjust and replace them with positive ones.
E.Celebrate your own achievements as you would for others.
F.Spend time with people who uplift you and make you feel good about yourself.
G.Recognise what you’re good at and seek opportunities to demonstrate these strengths.
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。
For me personally,I could write for days about many different situations where adversity 　41　 my life.Now let me tell you one experience where I almost let adversity 　42　.
We had a glass studio.A couple of years ago we experienced a(n) 　43　 winter;there was a lot of snow and ice.The 　44　 of the ice and snow 　45　 the roof of our studio, taking with it one of our sources of income.　46　 it did fall down,we got on the roof and tried to 　47　 the snow and ice,but when you had 5 feet of ice and temperatures of minus 20 degrees Celsius,it was pretty 　48　 to do.
The roof came down.We had moved a lot of our goods and tools from the studio 　49　 we also lost a lot: glass,kilns,workbenches,to name only a few of the items.It was a disastrous experience.
We could simply say that we could no longer 　50　 our glass business.Let me tell you that this was certainly a thought that 　51　 our mind,but we didn’t have it happen.
We had a large barn that we were not using.So we renovated the barn,　52　 our working area and today we have a 　53　 studio than we previously had.If the adversity we were 　54　 had not happened,we probably would 　55　 be working in the old studio,a studio that was less efficient.
【语篇导读】 本文是记叙文。作者通过自己的亲身经历告诉我们:人生中的逆境不一定是坏事,有时也会促进人生进步。
(　　)41.[A]prevented [B]influenced
[C]damaged [D]promoted
(　　)42.[A]suffer [B]win
[C]escape [D]work
选B。
(　　)43.[A]awkward [B]long
[C]terrible [D]agreeable
(　　)44.[A]size [B]weight
[C]height [D]temperature
(　　)45.[A]destroyed [B]limited
[C]pressed [D]struck
(　　)46.[A]Although [B]Unless
[C]Before [D]When
(　　)47.[A]remove [B]reduce
[C]recycle [D]replace
(　　)48.[A]worthwhile [B]tough
[C]rewarding [D]annoying
(　　)49.[A]for [B]but
[C]or [D]so
(　　)50.[A]conduct [B]predict
[C]instruct [D]quit
(　　)51.[A]approached [B]cleared
[C]crossed [D]comforted
(　　)52.[A]redesigned [B]evaluated
[C]organised [D]reserved
(　　)53.[A]smaller [B]nicer
[C]taller [D]worse
(　　)54.[A]aware of
[B]concerned about
[C]cautious about
[D]faced with
(　　)55.[A]ever [B]already
[C]still [D]even
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。
Traditional Chinese culture is a treasure trove (宝库) of wisdom and beauty.The art of calligraphy,for instance,has a long history and profound significance.
Calligraphy,56.　　　　 (date) back to ancient times,is regarded as one of the highest forms of art in China.It requires a great deal of patience and skills.The brush,57.　　　　 is an essential tool for calligraphers,can create various styles of characters.
In traditional Chinese culture,calligraphy is often used 58.　　　　(decorate) scrolls, couplets,and other artworks.People believe that beautiful calligraphy can bring good luck and express their emotions.
Calligraphers spend years 59.　　　　(practise) to perfect their skills.They pay attention to every stroke and detail.Some famous calligraphers’ works are so valuable 60.　　　　 they are considered national treasures.
So far,modern technology 61.　　　　(bring) many changes.However,the charm of traditional calligraphy still attracts many people.There are many calligraphy enthusiasts who are keen to learn and inherit this ancient art.
In 62.　　　　(conclude),traditional Chinese culture,like calligraphy,is an important part of our heritage.We should cherish it and pass it down to future generations.By doing so,we can keep the flame of traditional culture burning brightly.
Let’s all take pride 63.　　　　 our traditional culture and make efforts to promote and protect it,for it is not only a source of inspiration but also a reflection of 64.　　　　 rich history and unique identity of our nation.
Only when we value and preserve our traditional culture can we truly understand 65.　　　　(it) beauty and significance.
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,你校英语社团的外教Ryan任教期满,即将回国。请给他写一封邮件,内容包括:
1.表示感谢;
2.回顾相处的时光;
3.表达祝愿。
注意:写作词数应为80个左右。
Dear Ryan,
How time flies!
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话,使之构成一篇完整的
短文。
Martha and her husband Jeff had a fancy house in the countryside,where they spent almost every summer together with their boys Tom and Nathan.
Tom was 10 and Nathan was 8,the two of whom were closely bonded,unlike some other siblings who would often fight over small things.Except for one thing,cleaning!One sunny morning,Martha called out to her children,“Tom and Nathan,it’s time to clean your room!” The kids sighed deeply.Cleaning their room was always a chore they disliked.
Unwillingly,Tom and Nathan made their way to their messy room.Toys were scattered all over the floor,clothes were piled up on chairs,and books were haphazardly (随意地) piled on the shelves.It was a complete mess!
Mum entered,“Oh! This room is a disaster zone! We need to work together to clean it up.” Tom and Nathan exchanged looks,clearly not pleased with the task at hand.They had a history of arguing,especially when it came to cleaning their room.
Mum,sensing their unwillingness,reminded the kids,“A clean room not only looks nice but also helps us find things easily.It’s important to take care of our belongings and keep our surroundings clean.”The boys didn’t respond,seemingly thinking about something.
Jeff,who was passing by,overheard the dialogue and decided to lend a hand.He decided to take a different approach.He said,“I understand that cleaning can be boring,but what if we turn it into a fun challenge Let’s see who can find the most interesting item hidden in this messy room.The winner gets to choose what we have for dessert tonight!”
Tom and Nathan’s eyes lit up with excitement.They loved a good challenge,especially when there was a delicious reward involved.They eagerly accepted their father’s proposal and began searching for hidden treasures.
注意:续写词数应为150个左右。
Paragraph 1:
They started by picking up the toys and organising them into respective boxes.

Paragraph 2:
Slowly but surely,the room began to look tidier. 核心素养提升(Unit 2)
第一部分　听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话读两遍。
(　　)1.Where were the photos taken
[A]In New Mexico.
[B]In California.
[C]In Arizona.
(　　)2.What will the woman do this weekend
[A]Do some surveys.
[B]Organise the information.
[C]Plan out her project.
(　　)3.What will the man do about his foot
[A]Ice it. [B]Get an X-ray.
[C]Call a doctor.
(　　)4.What is the probable relationship between the two speakers
[A]Teacher and student.
[B]Classmates.
[C]Job-seeker and interviewer.
(　　)5.Why is the city hotter than before according to experts
[A]Because of less rain.
[B]Because of the pollution.
[C]Because of the use of air conditioners.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
(　　)6.What are the speakers talking about
[A]A special festival.
[B]Bachelor/Bachelorette parties.
[C]Online shopping.
(　　)7.What is the purpose of Double 11 according to the woman
[A]To help people show love.
[B]To help people get together.
[C]To promote online shopping.
听第7段材料,回答第8至10题。
(　　)8.What is the man’s attitude towards learning English
[A]Confident. [B]Afraid.
[C]Cautious.
(　　)9.Where does the man learn the most
[A]Popular TV shows.
[B]News shows.
[C]Extra classes.
(　　)10.What is the woman
[A]She is a waitress.
[B]She is a tutor.
[C]She is a reporter.
听第8段材料,回答第11至13题。
(　　)11.When did the speakers’ parents get married
[A]15 years ago. [B]30 years ago.
[C]35 years ago.
(　　)12.What will the speakers do for the wedding anniversary
[A]Send their parents on a trip.
[B]Have a little wedding ceremony.
[C]Invite some new friends to a party.
(　　)13.Who will send out the invitation emails
[A]The man. [B]Mum and Dad.
[C]The woman.
听第9段材料,回答第14至17题。
(　　)14.Why does Kate look upset
[A]Because she lost her money.
[B]Because her money was stolen.
[C]Because she spent all her allowance this month.
(　　)15.How much does the woman get every month
[A]About $700. [B]About $950.
[C]About $1,000.
(　　)16.What does the man suggest the woman do
[A]Work more. [B]Rest more.
[C]Spend less.
(　　)17.What is the man probably going to do
[A]Help the woman find a better job.
[B]Help the woman make a budget.
[C]Tell the woman some economic knowledge.
听第10段材料,回答第18至20题。
(　　)18.What did the school raise money for
[A]A hospital.
[B]Women’s equality.
[C]The science fair.
(　　)19.Who won the award for excellence in English
[A]Greg. [B]Shannon.
[C]John.
(　　)20.When might the announcement take place
[A]In February. [B]In April.
[C]In June.
听力原文
第一节
(Text 1)
W:These photos from your vacation are amazing.Were these taken in California with your parents
M:These ones are from New Mexico.My parents met me there,and we stayed for a week.Then we flew back to Arizona.
(Text 2)
M:Are you sure you’re going to be able to finish your project by next Wednesday
W:I should be able to.I have done two surveys and will organise the information this weekend.
(Text 3)
W:Your foot doesn’t look good,Scott.Did you call the doctor Something could be broken.
M:I’ve already had an X-ray.The doctor said I should put something cold on it.
(Text 4)
W:I got admitted to Harvard University.
M:I’m very happy for you.Have you told it to our teacher
W:Not yet.I’ll give him a pleasant surprise.
(Text 5)
M:It’s so hot and dry today!It hasn’t rained for a long time.
W:Is the weather hotter than it used to be in this city
M:Yes.Experts say it’s because of the serious pollution in the air.
第二节
(Text 6)
M:Sally,Double 11 is coming.What do you want to buy on that day
W:What’s Double 11
M:Well,in recent years,it has become a special festival in China.
W:Why do you call it Double 11
M:Because it falls on 11 November.And it’s also called Singles’ Day.Single people have parties to show love that day.Then later,Double Eleven Shopping Festival is held to celebrate it.
W:I see.But I think this festival is only a means of promoting online shopping,right
M:I think so.
(Text 7)
W:Your English level has really improved lately.You must be taking extra classes in your spare time.
M:I haven’t,actually.I just try to put myself in as many situations as possible.
W:Really What do you mean
M:Well,I watch all the TV shows that everyone likes.Then,I try to have conversations about them.
W:Good for you.What about all difficult languages in TV shows
M:Every time I hear a new word,I look it up on the Internet.
W:If I was learning a new language,I would be afraid to make mistakes.
M:You can’t think like that.You need to make mistakes so you can learn from them.
W:You know what You should tutor foreign students.I bet you could make a lot of money.
M:I already have a job as a waiter.One day,I hope to be a reporter like you.That is why I am joining the news club at school.
W:I bet you can do anything you want.
(Text 8)
W:Mum and Dad’s 35th wedding anniversary is coming up.
M:Is it When
W:It’s on the 15th of December.I think we should do something special for them.
M:Like what
W:We could have a surprise party for them and have a little wedding celebration,or we could send them to a bed and breakfast for a weekend.
M:What do you mean by “a little wedding celebration”
W:It’s when you invite all the people who were at their first wedding celebration to watch them say everything again.I went to one like this once,and everyone had a good time.
M:Sounds great!We can do this.Do you think we could organise it by December
W:It can’t be that hard.Mum organised my wedding for me in a month!
M:You’re right.Who should we invite
W:I can copy Mum’s address book and send out some emails.I’m sure some of Mum and Dad’s friends would be willing to help us.
M:OK,let’s talk to the others tonight at dinner about it.
(Text 9)
M:Hi,Kate.You look upset.What’s up
W:Well,I’m trying to figure out where all my money has gone.
M:You’ve lost your money Was it stolen
W:No,no.I seem to have spent all my allowance this month.Now I don’t even have money to go out and eat.
M:Hey,I thought you had a good part-time job at the supermarket.
W:I do.I work about 70 hours a month,and the pay is $10 per hour.
M:Really That’s not a bad income for a student!
W:I know.And my parents send me $250 a month,too.But...
M:Wow,that’s nearly $1,000 a month.
W:But I can’t live on that.
M:It sounds like you have a budget problem.Simple,either work more or spend less.
W:I’m definitely not going to work more.I’ll have no time to study.
M:So you’d better start spending less.Why don’t you make a monthly budget
W:A budget Hmm,maybe...Hey,you major in economics,right
M:Uh,yeah.Why
W:Well,you’re the best person to help me make a budget!
M:Um,that really needs a lot of time.We need to sit down and talk.
(Text 10)
　　Welcome to our annual student achievement awards.Here are our amazing award winners! In February,our school won the Peacock Award at the State Art Competition.In April,our basketball team won the league championships.It is the second year in a row that our Pandas beat the Eagles,our school’s toughest competitor.And just recently,our drama class held their last performance of Beauty and the Beast.With those ticket sales,we raised seven thousand dollars for the Children’s Hospital.Great job,everyone!Now for the award for Best Athlete.For the boys,John Jenkins,our basketball team captain.For the girls,Molly Rice.She came in second place in the state ping-pong championships.For outstanding achievement in science,Greg Anderson.He won $500 at the science fair by building a remote-controlled airplane.Shannon Jackson won for excellence in English,for her essay on women’s equality.Please come up and collect your awards.Well,that’s it,folks.Have a great summer!
【答案】 1~5　ABABB　6~10　ACAAC
11~15　CBCCB　16~20　CBABC
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
Poetry Contest
The contest is open to anyone aged thirteen and up who writes poetry.Enter your poem for a free chance to win prizes!You can submit a poem on any topic,employing whatever style you prefer.
Information
No entry fee is required for the contest.The main contest is held twice a year.Contest dates are 1 January to 30 June and 1 July to 31 December.All winners will receive a letter and their prize via regular mail.The first-place winner will be contacted by phone or email and asked to call our office to confirm their identity before their prize is mailed.As soon as the complete list of winners is drawn up,it will be posted on the home page.
Rules
·Only submit ONE poem,ONE time.Only one poem per household will be accepted.
·One poem must be 26 lines or fewer,including stanza breaks but not including the title,and lines may be no more than 55 characters across,including spaces.
·Do not use “texting” lingo.Properly spell out all words and type the first word of each line in capital letter.
·All poems must be written in English.
Prizes
Both contests award one first-place prize of $2,000 and a first-prize wall plaque (匾牌) ($100 value);twenty second-place prizes of $100 each and a second-place wall plaque($75 value);one hundred third-place winners of a third-place gift certificate($25 value).Sixty to seventy per cent of all entries become semi-finalists and receive a certificate of participation suitable for framing.
【语篇导读】 本文是应用文。文章主要介绍了参加诗歌比赛的相关信息。
(　　)21.What do we know about the poetry contest
[A]It is a free contest.
[B]Anyone can enter for it.
[C]All poems will be published.
[D]Each contestant will get a reward.
【答案】 A
【解析】 细节理解题。根据Information中的“No entry fee is required for the contest.”可知,这个诗歌比赛是一场免费的比赛。故选A。
(　　)22.Which of the following will cause disqualification 　
[A]Submitting one poem.
[B]Composing a poem of 23 lines.
[C]Writing a poem in English.
[D]Typing the poem in capital letters.
【答案】 D
【解析】 细节理解题。根据Rules中的相关内容可知,用大写字母写诗歌会导致比赛资格被取消。故选D。
(　　)23.What will be awarded to a third-place winner
[A]A wall plaque.
[B]A gift certificate.
[C]$25.
[D]$75.
【答案】 B
【解析】 细节理解题。根据Prizes中的“one hundred third-place winners of a third-place gift certificate ($25 value)”可知,第三名会获得礼品券。故选B。
B
　　Being a writer in the 21st century can keep you in front of a screen for so long that it feels like the room is sideways.Being a human with the Internet can mean hours spent on social media,scrolling and posting for so long that your sense of reality actually becomes sideways. Three years ago,I started to search for ways to deal with my anxiety.I had a brilliant idea,one that felt completely foreign to people like me: I’d go outside,to the real outside.
I grew up in the city,not hiking or camping,so I knew nothing about the outdoors.I have three kids with endless energy,so I figured I could solve two questions at once.I would get a breather from my job and the kids would play with insects and realise there is nothing better than nature.
We drove to Great Falls,Virginia,where hundreds of people on any given day spent hours meandering through the hillside and forest.The blue water pulsed,turning white and crashing powerfully hundreds of feet beneath us.The kids held their breath as if they had seen magic. But it’s just nature,just the outside,and that had been there all along.Since then,we’ve been fascinated.
Last summer I felt my home’s walls closing in,so I decided to go camping.I built my first fire.My kids watched my every move,asking every ten minutes to help get more branches and roast meat.About a month,my craving to take a break from the city grew again.We camped two more times before the cold came,each time seeing a bit more of what nature had to offer city folks.
【语篇导读】 本文是记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者三年前为了减轻焦虑选择了走向户外的故事。
(　　)24.Why did the author decide to go outside three years ago
[A]Because he/she was interested in nature.
[B]Because he/she hoped to reduce anxiety.
[C]Because he/she fell in love with camping.
[D]Because he/she was eager for the outdoors.
【答案】 B
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第一段中的“Three years ago,I started to search for ways ...to the real outside.”可知,作者在三年前决定走向户外是因为希望能减轻焦虑。故选B。
(　　)25.What does the author want his/her kids to do
[A]Enjoy the beauty of nature.
[B]Stay away from social media.
[C]Learn to protect themselves.
[D]Choose to do what they are fond of.
【答案】 A
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第二段最后一句可知,作者希望他/她的孩子们享受自然之美。故选A。
(　　)26.How did the kids feel about the tour to Great Falls
[A]Tired. [B]Scared.
[C]Bored. [D]Excited.
【答案】 D
【解析】 推理判断题。根据第三段中的“We drove to Great Falls,Virginia...as if they had seen magic.”可推知,孩子们对大瀑布之旅感到兴奋。故选D。
(　　)27.What does the underlined word “craving” in the last paragraph mean
[A]Memory. [B]Chance.
[C]Desire. [D]Ability.
【答案】 C
【解析】 猜测词义题。根据画线词后文“to take a break from the city...what nature had to offer city folks”可知,后文提到他们又去露营了两次,说明作者渴望离开城市,休息一下。故画线词意思是“渴望”。故选C。
C
　　Life satisfaction is the way persons evaluate their lives and how they feel about their directions and options for the future.It’s a measure of well-being and may be evaluated in terms of mood,satisfaction with relations,with others and with achieved goals and self-concepts to cope with daily life.It’s having a favourable attitude towards one’s life as a whole rather than just an evaluation of current feelings.Life satisfaction has been measured in relation to economy,education,experiences,and residence,as well as many other topics.
Life satisfaction can reflect experiences that have influenced a person in a positive way.These experiences have the ability to motivate people to pursue and reach their goals.As a matter of fact,in these experiences there are two kinds of emotions that may positively influence how people understand their lives.Hope and optimism both consist of emotional processes that are usually directed towards the reaching of goals.People who have higher life satisfaction are always full of hope for a better future;additionally,optimism is linked to higher life satisfaction,while pessimism is related to symptoms in depression.
The psychologist,Yuval Palgi,studied the old people who were primarily in their nineties.This subject group held a positive view of their past and present,but were less optimistic about their future.A large factor that was talked about in life satisfaction was intelligence.The experiments talk of how life satisfaction grows as people become older because they become wiser and more knowledgeable,then they begin to see that life will be better as they grow older and understand more about the important things in life.But when they step into their nineties,future becomes a luxury to them.
According to Seligman,the happier people are,the less they are focused on the negative. Happier people also have a greater tendency to like other people,which promotes a happier environment and then correlates with a higher level of life satisfaction.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要讲述了生活满意度对幸福生活的影响,提出了人们应该时刻抱有希望并以乐观的态度对待生活的观点。
(　　)28.What can we learn about life satisfaction from Paragraph 1
[A]It can be easily measured through income and education.
[B]It merely determines people’s attitude towards the future.
[C]It includes a positive attitude towards people’s entire life.
[D]It has nothing to do with the evaluation of current feelings.
【答案】 C
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第一段的内容可知,生活满意度是人们评估自己生活的方式,以及他们对自己未来的方向和选择的看法,它是对一个人的整个生活的一种积极的态度,而不仅仅是对当前感觉的评价。故选C。
(　　)29.Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage
[A]The wealthier a person is,the happier he will feel.
[B]Happy people won’t be influenced by the negative items in life.
[C]Happy people are more likely to get along well with others.
[D]Intelligence plays a leading role in determining people’s happiness.
【答案】 C
【解析】 细节理解题。根据最后一段中的“Happier people also...like other people”可知,快乐的人更倾向于喜欢别人,由此可推出快乐的人更能与其他人友好相处。故选C。
(　　)30.What was the attitude of most old people towards their future
[A]They were less hopeful about it.
[B]They thought highly of it.
[C]They felt satisfied with it.
[D]They were scared of it.
【答案】 A
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第三段的内容可知,经过对90多岁老人的研究发现,他们积极地看待过去和现在,但是对未来却没有那么乐观。故选A。
(　　)31.What may be the best title for the text
[A]Old People Have Much More Life Satisfaction
[B]Life Satisfaction—the Key to a Happier Life
[C]Optimism Ensures Life Satisfaction
[D]Emotions Affect Life Satisfaction
【答案】 B
【解析】 标题归纳题。根据第一段的内容可知,生活满意度是人们评估自己生活的方式,以及他们对自己未来的方向和选择的看法。它是一种衡量幸福的方法,可以通过情绪、人际关系满意度、与他人相处情况、已实现目标的达成度和应对日常生活的自我认知能力来进行评估。所以短文的最佳标题应为“生活满意度——幸福生活的关键”。故选B。
D
　　Life is not always smooth and easy.Sometimes we may encounter adversity,such as illness,loss,failure,or conflict,which tests our resilience and courage.In these situations,we may feel lonely and helpless,and lose confidence and hope.However,we are not alone.We have our family members,who can play a significant role in helping us overcome adversity.
　　Family is the most intimate and trustworthy group of people in our lives.They share our blood and genes,and have a deep bond with us.They know our strengths and weaknesses,our joys and sorrows,our dreams and fears.They care about our well-being and happiness,and are willing to sacrifice for us.They can offer us unconditional love and acceptance,which can heal our wounds and soothe our pain.
Family is also the most supportive group of people in our lives.They have a long history and rich culture,and have a profound impact on our values and beliefs.They can teach us important lessons and skills,such as honesty,responsibility,cooperation,and perseverance.They can also provide us with various resources and assistance,such as money,information,advice, and connections.They can help us cope with challenges and difficulties,and find solutions and opportunities.
Family is also the most inspiring and motivating group of people in our lives.They have their own stories and achievements,and have great potential for growth and development.They can set an example for us to follow and admire.They can also challenge us to improve ourselves and pursue excellence.They can encourage us to explore our interests and talents,and follow our passions and goals.They can support us in our endeavours,and celebrate our successes and contributions.
In summary,family is an indispensable part of our lives,especially when we face adversity. They can play a positive role in many aspects,such as giving us love and acceptance,teaching us lessons and skills,providing us with resources and assistance,setting an example for us, challenging us to improve ourselves,encouraging us to follow our passions,supporting us in our endeavours,celebrating our successes.Therefore,we should appreciate our family members and express our gratitude and affection to them.
【语篇导读】 本文是议论文。文章讲述了家人在我们生活中的重要性,家人在逆境中为我们提供支持,是我们最信赖的人。
(　　)32.What is the main idea of the first paragraph
[A]We face difficulties and challenges in life.
[B]Adversity challenges our strength and bravery.
[C]We feel hopeless when we face the problems.
[D]Families provide support in times of adversity.
【答案】 D
【解析】 段落大意题。根据第一段的内容可知,本段主要讲的是在逆境中,家人会给予我们支持和帮助。故选D。
(　　)33.What does the author imply by saying “They share our blood and genes,and have a deep bond with us” in Paragraph 2
[A]We have the same blood type as our family members.
[B]Family members are willing to give up their lives for us.
[C]We are genetically and emotionally close to our family members.
[D]We have little in common with family members.
【答案】 C
【解析】 推理判断题。根据第二段的内容可知,家人和我们不但有血缘关系,还非常了解我们,并在生活中给予我们关心和帮助,所以作者的意思是我们在基因上和情感上都和家庭成员很亲近。故选C。
(　　)34.Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a lesson or skill that family can teach us
[A]Honesty. [B]Responsibility.
[C]Cooperation. [D]Competition.
【答案】 D
【解析】 细节理解题。根据第三段中的“They can teach us important ...cooperation,and perseverance.”可知,家人可以教给我们的一课或技能中没有提到竞争。故选D。
(　　)35.How does the author support his conclusion in the last paragraph
[A]By telling personal stories.
[B]By giving examples.
[C]By asking questions.
[D]By offering his suggestions.
【答案】 B
【解析】 推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“In summary,family is an indispensable part...celebrating our successes.”可知,最后一段中作者是通过举例来支持自己的结论的。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。
Enhancing self-esteem (自尊) is vital for personal growth,and there are some simple strategies for improving your self-esteem and generating a positive mindset.By employing these strategies,you can enhance your self-esteem and improve your overall outlook on life.
36.　　　 It often serves as a commentary on our daily lives.When your inner critic is overly critical,it can damage your self-image.To avoid this,question the truthfulness of your negative thoughts and reconsider them positively.For instance,instead of thinking “I’m too stupid to get this,” tell yourself,“This is hard,but I’m determined to get it.” Practise this by writing down your challenges and responses to retrain your inner voice.
Be your own cheerleader.37.　　　 Talk about them in the third person to create distance from negative self-judgment.This practice helps you focus on your strengths rather than your weaknesses.
Let go of negativity.Identify and eliminate negative influences in your life.Write a list of the negative things in your life,whether they are people,bad habits,or self-defeating thoughts. Actively change your routines to rule out activities that bring you down.38.　　
Surround yourself with loving relationships.The benefits of having a strong and meaningful social network can be far-reaching and long-lasting.39.　　　 It’s a great way to instantly harvest the benefits these relationships bring to your life.If you struggle with accepting others’ compliments,practise saying “thank you” to interrupt negative internal commentary.
Avoid comparing yourself to others.40.　　　 Remind yourself that you cannot experience someone else’s life,and that their reality may not be as perfect as it appears.Taking breaks from social media can also help.
A.Make time for self-care.
B.Manage your inner speech.
C.It often leads to feelings of inferiority.
D.Consciously adjust and replace them with positive ones.
E.Celebrate your own achievements as you would for others.
F.Spend time with people who uplift you and make you feel good about yourself.
G.Recognise what you’re good at and seek opportunities to demonstrate these strengths.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要介绍了一些提升自尊和培养积极心态的简单策略,包括管理内心话语、为自己喝彩、摆脱消极因素、建立良好人际关系以及避免与他人
比较。
36.【答案】 B
【解析】 根据空后的“It often serves as a...reconsider them positively.”可知,这里主要讲述的是与内心自我评价以及如何处理消极想法相关的内容,B项符合语境,故选B。
37.【答案】 E
【解析】 根据空前的“Be your own cheerleader.”以及空后的“Talk about them in the third...your weaknesses.” 可知,此段强调要像为别人庆祝一样为自己的成就庆祝,从而关注自身优点,E项符合语境,故选E。
38.【答案】 D
【解析】 根据空前的“Let go of negativity...bring you down.”可知,要摆脱消极情绪。识别并消除生活中的消极影响。列出你生活中的消极事物,无论是人、坏习惯还是自我挫败的想法。积极改变你的日常生活习惯,排除那些让你沮丧的活动。由此可知,空处应与如何处理消极事物有关,D项符合语境,故选D。
39.【答案】 F
【解析】 根据空前的“Surround yourself with...and long-lasting.”以及空后的“It’s a great way to instantly harvest the benefits these relationships bring to your life.”可知,空处应讲述与积极的人相处有关的内容,F项符合语境,与上下文衔接紧密,故选F。
40.【答案】 C
【解析】 根据空前的“Avoid comparing yourself to others.”可知,空处应说明与别人比较带来的不良影响,C项符合语境,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。
For me personally,I could write for days about many different situations where adversity 　41　 my life.Now let me tell you one experience where I almost let adversity 　42　.
We had a glass studio.A couple of years ago we experienced a(n) 　43　 winter;there was a lot of snow and ice.The 　44　 of the ice and snow 　45　 the roof of our studio, taking with it one of our sources of income.　46　 it did fall down,we got on the roof and tried to 　47　 the snow and ice,but when you had 5 feet of ice and temperatures of minus 20 degrees Celsius,it was pretty 　48　 to do.
The roof came down.We had moved a lot of our goods and tools from the studio 　49　 we also lost a lot: glass,kilns,workbenches,to name only a few of the items.It was a disastrous experience.
We could simply say that we could no longer 　50　 our glass business.Let me tell you that this was certainly a thought that 　51　 our mind,but we didn’t have it happen.
We had a large barn that we were not using.So we renovated the barn,　52　 our working area and today we have a 　53　 studio than we previously had.If the adversity we were 　54　 had not happened,we probably would 　55　 be working in the old studio,a studio that was less efficient.
【语篇导读】 本文是记叙文。作者通过自己的亲身经历告诉我们:人生中的逆境不一定是坏事,有时也会促进人生进步。
(　　)41.[A]prevented [B]influenced
[C]damaged [D]promoted
【答案】 D
【解析】 根据最后一段中的“If the adversity we were ...that was less efficient.”及全文可知,此处表示逆境也不一定是坏事,也可以促进(promoted)人生进步。故选D。
(　　)42.[A]suffer [B]win
[C]escape [D]work
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据下文“The 　44　 of the ice and snow...one of our sources of income.”可知,冰雪压塌了作者的工作室,作者无法正常工作,几乎被击败,即差点被逆境战胜(win)。故
选B。
(　　)43.[A]awkward [B]long
[C]terrible [D]agreeable
【答案】 C
【解析】 根据下文“The 　44　 of the ice and snow...one of our sources of income.”可知,此处指几年前,作者他们经历了一个可怕的(terrible)冬天,他们工作室的屋顶被冰雪压塌了。故选C。
(　　)44.[A]size [B]weight
[C]height [D]temperature
【答案】 B
【解析】 此处指冰雪的重量(weight)摧毁了他们工作室的屋顶,也带走了他们的收入来源之一。故选B。
(　　)45.[A]destroyed [B]limited
[C]pressed [D]struck
【答案】 A
【解析】 此处指冰雪的重量摧毁了(destroyed)他们工作室的屋顶,也带走了他们的收入来源之一。故选A。
(　　)46.[A]Although [B]Unless
[C]Before [D]When
【答案】 C
【解析】 根据下文“we got on the roof”可知,当时屋顶还没倒塌,即在倒塌之前(Before)作者他们试图去清理积雪和冰。故选C。
(　　)47.[A]remove [B]reduce
[C]recycle [D]replace
【答案】 A
【解析】 此处指作者他们爬上屋顶,试图清除(remove)积雪和冰,但是在有5英尺的冰和零下20℃的情况下,这是非常困难的。故选A。
(　　)48.[A]worthwhile [B]tough
[C]rewarding [D]annoying
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据上文“but when you had 5 feet of ice and temperatures of minus 20 degrees Celsius”可知,清除积雪和冰是很困难的(tough)。故选B。
(　　)49.[A]for [B]but
[C]or [D]so
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据下文“we also lost a lot...a few of the items”可知,作者他们虽然搬走了一些东西但还是失去了很多,前后是转折关系,所以用but。故选B。
(　　)50.[A]conduct [B]predict
[C]instruct [D]quit
【答案】 A
【解析】 此处指由于屋顶倒塌,他们再也不能经营(conduct)玻璃生意了。故选A。
(　　)51.[A]approached [B]cleared
[C]crossed [D]comforted
【答案】 C
【解析】 此处指他们确实突然有过再也不能经营玻璃生意这样的想法,但这个想法并没有实现。cross one’s mind意为“突然想起”。故选C。
(　　)52.[A]redesigned [B]evaluated
[C]organised [D]reserved
【答案】 A
【解析】 此处指他们翻新了谷仓,重新设计(redesigned)了他们的工作区域。故选A。
(　　)53.[A]smaller [B]nicer
[C]taller [D]worse
【答案】 B
【解析】 根据下文“than we previously had”及常识可知,重新设计翻新的工作室比之前的那间更好(nicer)。故选B。
(　　)54.[A]aware of
[B]concerned about
[C]cautious about
[D]faced with
【答案】 D
【解析】 此处指如果他们面对的(faced with)逆境没有发生,那么他们可能仍然在旧的工作室工作。故选D。
(　　)55.[A]ever [B]already
[C]still [D]even
【答案】 C
【解析】 根据上文“If the adversity...had not happened”可知,如果不是这件事的发生,作者他们不会做出改变,仍然(still)会在以前的工作室工作。故选C。
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。
Traditional Chinese culture is a treasure trove (宝库) of wisdom and beauty.The art of calligraphy,for instance,has a long history and profound significance.
Calligraphy,56.　　　　 (date) back to ancient times,is regarded as one of the highest forms of art in China.It requires a great deal of patience and skills.The brush,57.　　　　 is an essential tool for calligraphers,can create various styles of characters.
In traditional Chinese culture,calligraphy is often used 58.　　　　(decorate) scrolls, couplets,and other artworks.People believe that beautiful calligraphy can bring good luck and express their emotions.
Calligraphers spend years 59.　　　　(practise) to perfect their skills.They pay attention to every stroke and detail.Some famous calligraphers’ works are so valuable 60.　　　　 they are considered national treasures.
So far,modern technology 61.　　　　(bring) many changes.However,the charm of traditional calligraphy still attracts many people.There are many calligraphy enthusiasts who are keen to learn and inherit this ancient art.
In 62.　　　　(conclude),traditional Chinese culture,like calligraphy,is an important part of our heritage.We should cherish it and pass it down to future generations.By doing so,we can keep the flame of traditional culture burning brightly.
Let’s all take pride 63.　　　　 our traditional culture and make efforts to promote and protect it,for it is not only a source of inspiration but also a reflection of 64.　　　　 rich history and unique identity of our nation.
Only when we value and preserve our traditional culture can we truly understand 65.　　　　(it) beauty and significance.
【语篇导读】 本文是说明文。文章主要讲述了书法的历史及其深远意义。
56.【答案】 dating
【解析】 考查现在分词。空处作后置定语,修饰Calligraphy。date back to...意为“追溯到……”,为固定搭配,逻辑主语Calligraphy和date之间是主谓关系,应用现在分词。故填dating。
57.【答案】 which
【解析】 考查定语从句。空处引导非限制性定语从句,指代指物的先行词The brush,且空处在从句中作主语,所以应用which引导。故填which。
58.【答案】 to decorate
【解析】 考查动词不定式。be used to do sth意为“被用来做某事”,此处应用不定式作目的状语。故填to decorate。
59.【答案】 practising
【解析】 考查非谓语动词。spend time (in) doing sth意为“花时间做某事”,此处用动名词作宾语。故填practising。
60.【答案】 that
【解析】 考查状语从句。so...that...意为“如此……以至于……”,引导结果状语从句。故填that。
61.【答案】 has brought
【解析】 考查动词时态和主谓一致。根据时间状语So far可知,本句应用现在完成时。主语modern technology为不可数名词,助动词应用has。故填has brought。
62.【答案】 conclusion
【解析】 考查名词。空前有介词In,空处应用名词。conclusion意为“结论”,in conclusion意为“最后,总而言之”。故填conclusion。
63.【答案】 in
【解析】 考查介词。take pride in意为“为……感到自豪”,为固定搭配。故填in。
64.【答案】 the
【解析】 考查冠词。rich history and unique identity后有of our nation修饰,特指我们国家悠久的历史和独特的身份,应用定冠词the。故填the。
65.【答案】 its
【解析】 考查代词。空处修饰beauty和significance,应用形容词性物主代词。故填its。
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,你校英语社团的外教Ryan任教期满,即将回国。请给他写一封邮件,内容包括:
1.表示感谢;
2.回顾相处的时光;
3.表达祝愿。
注意:写作词数应为80个左右。
Dear Ryan,
How time flies!
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
[写作指导]
　　One possible version:
Dear Ryan,
How time flies!
Hearing that you are going to return to your homeland,I’m writing to extend our heartfelt thanks for the enriching experience you’ve given us on behalf of all the members of the English club.Your commitment to teaching has not only improved our language skills but also broadened our horizons.
Reflecting on the time we’ve spent together,we are filled with gratitude for the lessons that were both educational and entertaining.Your enthusiasm and patience have been a constant source of motivation for all of us.Without your invaluable guidance,the English Club wouldn’t have been so enjoyable and enriching.
Bless you happy every day!
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话,使之构成一篇完整的
短文。
Martha and her husband Jeff had a fancy house in the countryside,where they spent almost every summer together with their boys Tom and Nathan.
Tom was 10 and Nathan was 8,the two of whom were closely bonded,unlike some other siblings who would often fight over small things.Except for one thing,cleaning!One sunny morning,Martha called out to her children,“Tom and Nathan,it’s time to clean your room!” The kids sighed deeply.Cleaning their room was always a chore they disliked.
Unwillingly,Tom and Nathan made their way to their messy room.Toys were scattered all over the floor,clothes were piled up on chairs,and books were haphazardly (随意地) piled on the shelves.It was a complete mess!
Mum entered,“Oh! This room is a disaster zone! We need to work together to clean it up.” Tom and Nathan exchanged looks,clearly not pleased with the task at hand.They had a history of arguing,especially when it came to cleaning their room.
Mum,sensing their unwillingness,reminded the kids,“A clean room not only looks nice but also helps us find things easily.It’s important to take care of our belongings and keep our surroundings clean.”The boys didn’t respond,seemingly thinking about something.
Jeff,who was passing by,overheard the dialogue and decided to lend a hand.He decided to take a different approach.He said,“I understand that cleaning can be boring,but what if we turn it into a fun challenge Let’s see who can find the most interesting item hidden in this messy room.The winner gets to choose what we have for dessert tonight!”
Tom and Nathan’s eyes lit up with excitement.They loved a good challenge,especially when there was a delicious reward involved.They eagerly accepted their father’s proposal and began searching for hidden treasures.
注意:续写词数应为150个左右。
Paragraph 1:
They started by picking up the toys and organising them into respective boxes.

Paragraph 2:
Slowly but surely,the room began to look tidier.
[情节构建]
情节线 情感线
Who Martha and her husband Jeff,their boys Tom and Nathan 不情愿 高兴 自豪
When One sunny morning
Where In their fancy house in the countryside
What Martha asked Tom and Nathan to clean their room and then Jeff put forward a new idea to let them clean the room eagerly.
Conflict & Clue Conflict:Cleaning their room was always a chore Tom and Nathan disliked. Clue:Jeff decided to take a different approach and Tom and Nathan’s eyes lit up with excitement.
Theme With Jeff’s appropriate suggestion,Tom and Nathan cleaned their room efficiently and happily.
Para.1 They started by picking up the toys and organising them into respective boxes. Q1:What did they find Q2:How did they feel after seeing their findings Q3:What did they think of their cleaning
Para.2 Slowly but surely,the room began to look tidier. Q1:How did their father feel while seeing the children cleaning Q2:What happened to the room Q3:Did Dad keep his promise and how did the children feel
　　One possible version:
They started by picking up the toys and organising them into respective boxes.Tom started searching through a pile of clothes and discovered an old comic book that he had been searching for for weeks .Nathan,on the other hand,found a missing puzzle piece buried under a stack of paper.The boys couldn’t contain their excitement as they continued their search.As they explored the room,they stumbled upon forgotten treasures ,like a shiny rock,a long-lost action figure,and a secret stash of candy.Each discovery brought laughter and joy,making the cleaning process more enjoyable than they had ever imagined .
Slowly but surely,the room began to look tidier.Father watched with delight as his plan unfolded.He saw his boys working together,helping each other find hidden treasures,and laughing along the way .With each item they found,Tom and Nathan grew more motivated. After what seemed like hours of searching and cleaning,the boys finally declared their search complete.The room was now tidy,and their treasures were proudly displayed on the shelves.Mum entered the room,amazed at the transformation.As promised ,Dad let the boys choose their favourite dessert for the night.They happily enjoyed their treats,savouring the victory that came from working together and turning an ordinary task into a memorable experience .
点津:1为定语从句,修饰先行词book;
2为过去分词短语充当后置定语;
3为as 引导时间状语从句,explored和stumbled upon是动作描写,展现了Tom和Nathan整理房间的情景;
4为现在分词短语充当结果状语;
5helping和laughing在句中充当伴随状语;
6为现在分词短语充当伴随状语,其中使用that引导定语从句,修饰先行词victory。

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