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核心素养提升(UNIT 2)
(限时:120分钟　分值:150分)
第一部分　听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话读两遍。
(　　)1.How old is the man’s own car
A.One month old.
B.One year old.
C.Five years old.
(　　)2.What does the woman think of Catherine
A.She is wise.
B.She is not confident.
C.She is optimistic.
(　　)3.What are the two speakers mainly talking about
A.The man’s trip.
B.The man’s family.
C.New Zealand.
(　　)4.Where was Dennis going
A.A supermarket.
B.An office.
C.A bank.
(　　)5.What will the two speakers do this evening
A.Play tennis.
B.Watch a film.
C.Go to a party.
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.Why did the man find a job for the summer
A.To earn some money.
B.To make more friends.
C.To spend more time in the city.
(　　)7.Where will the man work
A.In a zoo.
B.In an animal hospital.
C.In a pet shop.
　　听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
(　　)8.Why won’t the woman wear her own hat
A.Because it is uncomfortable.
B.Because it doesn’t fit her.
C.Because it is old.
(　　)9.What will the woman buy
A.Gloves. B.Boots.
C.Jeans.
　　听第8段材料,回答第10~12题。
(　　)10.What is the relationship between the two speakers
A.Teacher and student.
B.Brother and sister.
C.Classmates.
(　　)11.Why doesn’t the man want to perform a musical play
A.Because he would be very nervous to do it.
B.Because he dislikes singing and dancing.
C.Because he thinks it unsuitable for children.
(　　)12.What does the woman think of a historical play
A.Exciting. B.Boring.
C.Interesting.
　　听第9段材料,回答第13~16题。
(　　)13.Where did the woman first meet the man
A.In a chemistry competition.
B.In college.
C.In high school.
(　　)14.What did the man do after high school
A.He went straight to university.
B.He travelled around the world.
C.He worked at a small school.
(　　)15.What is the school in Connecticut known for
A.Its famous teachers.
B.Its foreign language department.
C.Its low cost.
(　　)16.What does the woman mean in the end
A.It is enjoyable to study Chinese.
B.It is her lifetime goal to speak Chinese well.
C.It takes a long time to master a foreign language.
　　听第10段材料,回答第17~20题。
(　　)17.What is the speaker
A.A student. B.A journalist.
C.A TV host.
(　　)18.Where did the speaker visit last year
A.A university.
B.A TV station.
C.A news agency.
(　　)19.What kind of job does the speaker dislike
A.The one without changes.
B.The one that keeps him busy.
C.The one that needs to meet many people.
(　　)20.What is the speaker going to do after getting the bachelor’s degree
A.Find a job.
B.Continue to study.
C.Travel around the country.
听力原文
第一节
(Text 1)
W:That’s a nice car.Did you buy it last month
M:No,I rented this car for my wedding.And my own car I bought five years ago is still in good condition.
(Text 2)
M:I don’t understand why Catherine gave up the chance to join in the English competition.It is not wise.
W:You know she is always a person who lacks of confidence.
(Text 3)
W:Where did you spend your last holiday
M:I went to New Zealand with my wife and our two daughters.
W:Was it a nice trip
M:Sure.People in New Zealand are friendly.
(Text 4)
M:Hello,this is Paul Lynch at a bank.Is Dennis there
W:No,he isn’t.He phoned me from his office 15 minutes ago to say he was going to the supermarket.
(Text 5)
W:It’s too hot to play tennis this evening.Let’s stay inside and watch a film instead.
M:But we’re going to Carol’s party this evening,aren’t we
W:Oh,yes.I forgot.
第二节
(Text 6)
W:Congratulations on your graduation from high school!
M:Thank you very much.
W:What are you planning to do during the summer
M:I found a job,so I can spend more time in the city.
W:Oh,I see.What is your job
M:I work at the Seneca Animal Hospital.I will look after dogs whose owners have left for the summer vacation.The work may be hard,but at least I’m compensated.
W:Sounds great!
(Text 7)
W:Do I need to wear special boots for horse-riding lessons
M:Yes,everyone does.You must also wear a hat.We have some good ones at the riding school,so don’t worry about that.
W:Oh,good.My father bought me a hat last week,but it’s not comfortable.
M:And it’s also a good idea to wear some gloves.
W:That’s OK.I’ve got some gloves.My sister had some boots,but they don’t fit me.I’ll have to go to the shops and get a pair.Can I wear my jeans
M:Jeans are fine.
(Text 8)
M:Oh,hi,Marina.I’m wondering if you have any thoughts about the end-of-term play.We should start planning it.
W:Oh,yes.I think we can do a musical play.Our classmates’ families would enjoy that...grandparents,little brothers and sisters—everyone loves musicals.
M:Hmm...I know some people don’t mind singing and dancing for the audience,but I would be far too nervous to do it.
W:Then how about a really exciting horror story
M:Oh,I’m not sure about that.Remember there’ll be some quite young children there—we don’t want to give them bad dreams!
W:Mmm...I suppose it might be unsuitable.Well,what about a good joke,then
M:But we did one last year.We want something a bit different this time.
W:That’s true.It’s a pity,though.I really enjoy acting in that sort of thing.
M:So do I.Oh,but look!There are lots of other types of plays—what about a historical play
W:Sounds a bit dull.
M:Hmm.
(Text 9)
M:Do you mind if I sit here
W:No,of course not.Go ahead.
M:Don’t I know you
W:Yes.Now that you mention it,I think we had a chemistry class together in high school.
M:You’re right!How are you It’s been a long time!
W:What did you do after high school
M:I went straight to university afterwards.What about you
W:I took a year off to go travelling.
M:That sounds exciting.Where did you go
W:I went all over the world.It was the best year of my life.Where did you go to school
M:I went to a small school in Connecticut.It has a very good reputation for its foreign language department.
W:Oh,did you study a foreign language
M:Yes,I received some money to study Chinese.
W:That’s a very difficult language to learn,isn’t it
M:It is,but it’s very enjoyable.
W:So,can you actually speak Chinese
M:I can,but not as well as I’d like to.I’ll probably be studying Chinese until the day I die!
W:I think most languages take a lifetime to learn well.
(Text 10)
Good morning,boys and girls.I’m so glad to be here to give a speech!Many people asked me about my career plan after graduation.Now I’ll share it with you in detail.I made up my mind to be a journalist when I visited the top news agency in our country last year.I chose it as my career based on the following two reasons.First,it is a job that can get me exposed to new things every day and thus keep me energetic all the time since I really hate to follow the same routine every day.Second,working as a journalist can help me realise my childhood dream of being a hero by spreading justice.To achieve this goal,I plan to apply for a communication university,whose major,journalism,has been ranked the first for many years across the whole country.After getting my Bachelor Degree of Journalism,I will continue my study in this field to better fit my future post.That is all about my career plan.What do you think of it
答案:1~5　CBAAC　6~10　CBABC
11~15　ABCAB　16~20　CACAB
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
Zoo Teen Programme
The Zoo Teen Programme is an exciting way for high school students aged 1417 to learn about zoos and animal protection,explore opportunities,gain leadership skills,earn service learning hours,meet lifelong friends and so much more.
This is a year-round volunteer programme.All teen volunteers will start as zoo guides,who make sure that a zoo visit starts on a pleasant,comfortable,and informative note by answering general questions about the zoo in a helpful and enthusiastic way,and by pointing out all the great exhibitions,events,and programmes available.After successfully completing summer volunteer requirements as a zoo guide,zoo teens may choose the volunteer task (Guest Engagement and Education or Conservation and Research) that they would like to join in.
Zoo Teen Programme Requirements
·Hand in a completed application.Incomplete applications will not be considered.
·Attend a group interview and be accepted into the programme.
·Complete the Zoo Teen Volunteer Boot Camp.
·Meet a monthly requirement of 4 shifts(轮班) for at least one year(shifts will be scheduled on the same days each month).
·Attend at least 3 preservation service projects.
·Attend the end-of-summer off-site preservation field trip project.
Important Dates
·January 31:Zoo Teen Programme Application Opens
·April 14:Zoo Teen Programme Application Closes
·May 6,7,13,21:Interview Dates
·May 30:Choices Made
·June 1923:Zoo Teen Volunteer Boot Camp(9:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.daily)
If you have any questions,please visit our official website for more detailed information.
(　　)21.What do volunteers do at first
A.Help organise exhibitions.
B.Choose their preferred volunteer task.
C.Go on a field trip with experts.
D.Provide information for zoo visitors.
(　　)22.What is required of zoo teens
A.Joining in a 5-day boot camp.
B.Having a one-on-one interview.
C.Working at least 3 days a month.
D.Attending a monthly preservation project.
(　　)23.When will the applicants know whether they are accepted into the programme
A.On April 14. B.On May 21.
C.On May 30. D.On June 23.
语篇导读:本文是应用文。文章主要介绍了一项动物园青少年计划。
答案及剖析:
21.D　细节理解题。根据第二段的第二句可知,志愿者一开始要为动物园的游客提供信息。故选D。
22.A　细节理解题。根据Zoo Teen Programme Requirements部分中的“Complete the Zoo Teen Volunteer Boot Camp.”以及Important Dates部分中的“June 1923:Zoo Teen Volunteer Boot Camp(9:00 a.m.4:00 p.m. daily)”可知,动物园青少年志愿者需要参加为期5天的新兵训练营。故选A。
23.C　细节理解题。根据Important Dates部分中的“May 30:Choices Made”可知,申请人可以在5月30日知道他们是否被录取。故选C。
B
Whether we are sitting down or standing up,still or moving,body posture influences our moods.Several studies have shown this link between physical posture and mood.Others have shown a relationship between our moods and our cognitive (认知的) performance,including memory,reasoning,learning,and the speed of reaction and processing of information.
So a logical question arises.Can body posture influence our cognitive performance
Previously,a New Zealand team (University of Auckland) carried out an experiment on posture when we walk,especially in the street.The team found a very clear influence of our posture on our moods and confidence.It appears that walking with a hunched back,bowed head and motionless arms has a negative influence on our mental state.
Indeed,the researchers found that the simple act of straightening up,standing up straight,with your head held high,and gazing forward gives us a serious boost of confidence.Not only does our spontaneous posture have a psychological effect,but by correcting it,it is possible to bring about improvement in the long term.
In the other study,this time carried out by an Austrian team (Friedrich Alexander University in Erlangen-Nuremberg),researchers observed the same phenomenon,this time in a sitting position.Young adults were invited to participate in tests presented as intended to assess their ability to concentrate.In fact,the researchers had them sit in different postures—from upright to very slumped (消沉)—in order to note their influences on mood and cognition.
A first observation indicates that “sitting upright” is associated with a better overall mood.It is also found to have a positive influence on the speed of processing information and completing tasks,although the test pass rate does not vary significantly with posture.
Finally,and surprisingly enough,blood pressure is a little more favourable in an upright position.To further complete the list of benefits of sitting upright,we will add that it is widely recommended for protecting the back in case of work that requires sitting for a long time.
(　　)24.Why does the writer mention the studies at the beginning
A.To introduce what cognitive performance is.
B.To emphasise the importance of body posture.
C.To prove the results of those studies are wrong.
D.To raise a new question to be studied and solved.
(　　)25.What does the underlined word “hunched” mean in Paragraph 3
A.Straightened. B.Bent.
C.Loose. D.Solid.
(　　)26.What does the first study indicate
A.Posture influences our mental state.
B.Straightening up has a negative effect.
C.Gazing upward builds up confidence.
D.Walking posture is especially important.
(　　)27.What can we learn about sitting upright
A.It helps improve the test pass rate.
B.It has mental and physical benefits.
C.It requires sitting for a long time.
D.It increases the blood pressure.
语篇导读:本文是说明文。文章介绍了一些研究,这些研究表明身体姿势不仅能够影响我们的情绪,而且能够影响我们的认知表现。
答案及剖析:
24.D　推理判断题。根据第一段内容可知,研究证实了身体姿势与情绪之间的联系,以及情绪与认知表现之间的联系;再结合第二段内容可知,此处提出身体姿势与认知表现之间是否有联系的问题。因此,作者一开始提到这些研究是为了提出一个有待研究和解决的新问题。故
选D。
25.B　猜测词义题。根据前文“The team found...moods and confidence.”可知,身体姿势和心情与信心有很大关系;再根据画线词后文“bowed head...on our mental state”可知,与低头、手臂不动相对应且产生消极影响的应该是“弓背”,因此画线词与Bent意思一致。故选B。
26.A　细节理解题。根据第三段的第二句可知,第一个研究表明姿势会影响情绪状态。 故
选A。
27.B　细节理解题。根据倒数第二段的第一句和最后一段内容可知,坐直有利于拥有更好的整体情绪、调整血压和保护背部,因此对心理和身体有双重好处。故选B。
C
Every Monday through Friday,you may be running between work,appointments and family events — can’t the workout wait until the weekend Maybe,according to a report published in a journal,which found that people who exercised throughout the week and “weekend warriors” who packed their exercise into the weekend,saw a similar reduction in the risk of heart diseases.
The paper relied on data from the UK Biobank,a large biomedical database that follows residents in the long term.“A group of more than 1,000,000 people used accelerometers (加速度计) to track their movement over the course of a week,” the study said.Researchers then assessed the relationship between exercise patterns and events of the heart.
Adults need at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity (中等强度) physical activity per week,according to a journal.“If you are able to achieve those guideline-recommended levels over one to two days of the week,then our findings show you’re getting a similar benefit as people who exercise every day,” said lead study author Dr Shaan Khurshid,instructor of medicine at Harvard Medical School in Boston.
Dr Andrew Freeman from National Jewish Health in Denver,who was not part of the research,often recommends his patients to exercise every day,encouraging them to engage in 30-minute exercise that’s hard enough to make them breathless.Still,there are patients who tell Freeman that they can only get a day or two of activity during the week but have more time on the weekend.Now the study gives him more confidence in helping them make that work.
“This is at least inspiring enough for me to say to some patients,‘Hey,there’s data that says if you can’t get your 30 minutes every day,getting 150 minutes over a weekend might be helpful,’” said Freeman.
(　　)28.What is the main finding of the research
A.Exercising on weekends is more beneficial.
B.Most people prefer to exercise on weekdays.
C.Regular daily exercise is essential for heart health.
D.Weekend exercise has benefits similar to daily exercise.
(　　)29.How did the researchers get their findings
A.By observing people’s exercise habits.
B.By conducting interviews with patients.
C.By reviewing residents’ medical records.
D.By analysing data from wearable devices.
(　　)30.How long is the recommended weekly duration for moderate-intensity exercise for adults
A.At least 30 minutes.
B.At least 90 minutes.
C.At least 150 minutes.
D.At least 180 minutes.
(　　)31.What is Dr Andrew Freeman’s attitude towards the study
A.Positive. B.Opposed.
C.Critical. D.Indifferent.
语篇导读:本文是说明文。文章主要介绍了一项研究发现,一周内持续锻炼的人和集中在周末锻炼的人在降低心脏疾病风险方面取得的效果相似。
答案及剖析:
28.D　细节理解题。根据第一段的第二句可知,这项研究的主要发现是,周末锻炼的好处与日常锻炼的好处相似。故选D。
29.D　细节理解题。根据第二段内容可知,研究人员通过分析英国生物样本库收集的可穿戴设备的数据得到了这些发现。故选D。
30.C　细节理解题。根据第三段的第一句可知,成年人每周至少需要150分钟的中等强度运动。故选C。
31.A　推理判断题。根据最后一段中Freeman所说的话可知,这项研究让他更有信心帮助那些很难在工作日完成锻炼的病人。这表明他对这项研究持积极的态度。故选A。
D
　　How does keeping things tidy change people psychologically You gain greater confidence in yourself.Also,you become more optimistic and calmer in the mind than before.There are several reasons for these changes: Your self-image improves as you start living in beautiful and tidy rooms,and you gain decision-making skills as you continue to choose between which things to throw or give away and which to keep.The way we let go of things in the decluttering method plays an important role as well.
The decluttering method has a step where we give thanks to the things before we throw them away.Not only would you say “thank you for sparking joy in me” to a favourite piece of clothing that you wore till it was threadbare, you would also say to a piece of clothing you never wore once “thank you for teaching me that this colour doesn’t look good on me”.You will appreciate the roles of all the things that have come to you and experience appreciation for all of them.Through this experience,you will rediscover the truth that you have been supported by so many things and you will deepen your gratitude for things you leave behind.
To share a personal example,I have always had little confidence in myself.When I get nervous before a large speaking assignment,I think to myself that I’ll be fine because these clothes are protecting me and these shoes are supporting me,and that calms me down.Once you start feeling constant gratitude for your things and your home through tidying up,you will start feeling relief and calm as if you are always protected by something larger than you.
(　　)32.What psychological change may tidiness bring to people
A.Their confidence will become less.
B.They will become less optimistic.
C.They will become more confident.
D.Their self-image will be damaged.
(　　)33.What does the underlined word “threadbare” mean in the second paragraph
A.Worn out. B.Out of date.
C.Fashionable. D.Fancy.
(　　)34.What should people show to clothes they have never worn in the decluttering method
A.Regret. B.Worry.
C.Patience. D.Gratitude.
(　　)35.Why does the author mention his own experience in the last paragraph
A.To show off his wonderful speaking skills.
B.To explain how he has become a confident person.
C.To show his special taste in choosing suitable clothes.
D.To give an example of the benefit of tidiness.
语篇导读:本文是说明文。文章主要介绍了断舍离的方法,告诉我们保持物品整洁会带来心理上的益处。
答案及剖析:
32.C　细节理解题。根据第一段中的“How does keeping things tidy change people psychologically You gain greater confidence in yourself.”可知,通过保持物品整洁,人们可以获得更多自信。故选C。
33.A　猜测词义题。根据画线词上下文可知,不仅要对那些磨损不堪的衣服说“谢谢你给我带来快乐”,也要对一次也没穿过的衣服说“谢谢你让我知道这个颜色不适合我”,因此画线词threadbare是never wear(从未穿过)的反义表述。故选A。
34.D　细节理解题。根据第二段第二句中的“you would also say to a piece of clothing you never wore once ‘thank you for teaching me that this colour doesn’t look good on me’”可知,在断舍离方法中,即使是从未穿过的衣服,也需要对之表达感谢。故选D。
35.D　推理判断题。根据最后一段第一句中的To share a personal example且前文围绕“整洁带来感恩,进而带来平静”展开可知,作者举自己演讲前因感恩衣物而获得平静的例子,是为了具体说明整洁带来的心理益处(获得平静、缓解紧张)。故选D。
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。
While most people appreciate the health advantages that come from running,cycling,or lifting weights,fewer people understand the benefits that come from a good swim.Actually,swimming provides a series of specific benefits.
Arguably,the most important one is that it promotes heart health.According to research,the practice improves circulation and cardiovascular (心血管的) efficiency,so one’s risk of heart attack decreases.36.　　　,which raises your heart rate and reduces your blood pressure effectively.
37.　　　.To push yourself forward,swimming requires the use of many major muscle groups of the body.These include core muscles,neck muscles,arm,hand and shoulder muscles,chest and back muscles,plus leg and foot muscles,thus contributing to muscle strengthening.
Swimming can aid in weight management goals as well.38.　　　.One public health analysis found that a 155-pound person burns about 281 calories per hour swimming at a medium pace but can burn as many as about 704 calories per hour swimming freestyle at a vigorous (强有力的) pace.
Additionally,swimming has mental health benefits.Studies show that moving through water increases blood flow to the brain and causes a release of dopamine (多巴胺).39.　　　.
Given so many benefits of swimming,why not get started Some experts recommend a mix of both swimming and other water-related exercises when starting out.Above all,making the experience enjoyable is key to ensuring you stick with it.“Swimming is not just an exercise but an enjoyable and refreshing experience.40.　　　,” says Lori Sherlock,an exercise physiology professor at West Virginia University School of Medicine.
A.Swimming is also good for every muscle in the body
B.Swimming is a whole-body rhythmic and dynamic activity
C.The butterfly stroke burns as many as 774 calories per hour
D.Research shows that repeating swim movements can burn many calories
E.There are some techniques about swimming which need to be practiced
F.In this way,swimming has even been shown to improve memory function
G.It can also enhance your physical health,mental well-being and quality of life
语篇导读:本文是说明文。文章主要介绍了游泳提供的一系列具体的好处。
答案及剖析:
36.B　前文“According to research...risk of heart attack decreases.”指出游泳可以降低心脏病发作的风险,后文“which raises your...blood pressure effectively”指出游泳对提高心率和降低血压的作用,空处应和游泳运动的性质相关,因此B项符合语境,引出后文的作用。故选B。
37.A　根据后文“To push yourself forward...muscle strengthening.”可知,本段主要介绍游泳有益于增强全身肌肉,空处位于段首,是段落主旨句,应说明游泳对增强肌肉有益,因此A项符合语境,契合段落内容。故选A。
38.D　前文“Swimming can aid in weight management goals as well.”指出游泳有益于体重管理,后文“One public health analysis found...at a vigorous (强有力的) pace.”具体介绍一项分析的发现,表明剧烈的游泳运动可以燃烧更多的卡路里,空处应说明研究证实游泳可以燃烧卡路里,因此D项符合语境,承上启下,其中的burn many calories和后文的burns about 281 calories及burn as many as about 704 calories呼应。故选D。
39.F　前文“Additionally,swimming has mental health benefits...and causes a release of dopamine (多巴胺).”指出游泳有益于心理健康,解释游泳时大脑发生的变化,空处应介绍这种变化带来的好处,因此F项符合语境,承接前文,其中的this way指代前一句的内容。故选F。
40.G　前文“Swimming is not just...and refreshing experience.”是Lori Sherlock说的第一句话,指出游泳还令人愉快和提神,空处是他说的第二句话,应与游泳的好处相关,因此G项符合语境,承接前文,其中的It指代前文的Swimming。故选G。
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。
As a growing family,we gathered lots of stuff,especially toys.After our first boy was born,friends and family 　41　 him with gifts,　42　 our once spacious rooms with many colourful playthings.
　43　 my son’s seemingly countless possessions robbed me of the mood to enjoy life.My spare time melting away,my 　44　 began to mount up.
Then one day,the weight of the mess became too much to bear.I 　45　!It was time to make a 　46　.I grabbed trash bags and rushed into my son’s bedroom,　47　 the scattered (散落的) toys on the floor quickly.Then I took those bags of toys immediately to the basement (地下室).Of course,there was the initial crying over losing his toys,but gradually he managed to 　48　 it.
Days went by.Then weeks.　49　,the absence of disorder seemed to promote a deeper sense of appreciation for the toys that 　50　.With fewer toys,my son had to rely on his imagination,like 　51　 a paper box into a spaceship and going on a fantasy adventure in it.It’s been months,and those packed toys are still in the basement.
With each passing day,the　52　 of our minimalist lifestyle became more obvious.Freed from the burden of cleaning up the house,we 　53　 a world where less really became more. Minimalism allows me to see more 　54　 in life,and my boy is becoming more 　55　 when playing with a reduced number of toys.
(　　)41.A.helped B.filled
C.showered D.equipped
(　　)42.A.flooding B.providing
C.impressing D.trapping
(　　)43.A.Putting off B.Putting away
C.Putting up D.Putting down
(　　)44.A.laziness B.anxiety
C.regret D.guilt
(　　)45.A.retired B.escaped
C.cheered D.exploded
(　　)46.A.donation B.record
C.promise D.change
(　　)47.A.playing with
B.setting aside
C.picking up
D.throwing away
(　　)48.A.accept B.believe
C.share D.remember
(　　)49.A.Suddenly B.Hopefully
C.Unexpectedly D.Unfortunately
(　　)50.A.waited B.remained
C.increased D.appeared
(　　)51.A.placing B.turning
C.dividing D.mixing
(　　)52.A.benefits B.symbols
C.impressions D.efforts
(　　)53.A.missed B.disconnected
C.imagined D.unlocked
(　　)54.A.problems B.personalities
C.preparations D.possibilities
(　　)55.A.generous B.courageous
C.creative D.supportive
语篇导读:本文是记叙文。文章讲述了作者在整理孩子玩具的过程中发现了极简主义的好处。
答案及剖析:
41.C　根据前文“After our first boy was born”以及下文“our once spacious rooms with many colourful playthings”可知,在作者的孩子出生后,朋友和家人送给了孩子很多礼物。shower sb with sth意为“送某人某物”。故选C。
42.A　根据前文“friends and family 　41　 him with gifts”及后文“our once spacious rooms with many colourful playthings”可知,朋友和家人给的这些礼物挤满了(flooding)曾经宽敞的房间。故选A。
43.B　根据语境以及下文“Then one day...too much to bear.”可知,儿子的玩具很多,这些乱放的玩具需要作者收拾(Putting away),这让作者失去了享受生活的心情。故选B。
44.B　根据语境可知,作者的业余时间消失了,收拾屋子的重担让作者难以承受、十分心烦,因此,作者的焦虑(anxiety)增加。故选B。
45.D　根据语境可知,因为收拾屋子的压力太大,作者已经无法忍受,然后爆发了(exploded)。故选D。
46.D　根据后文I grabbed trash bags and rushed into my son’s bedroom可知,作者觉得应该做出改变(change)了。故选D。
47.C　根据后文the scattered (散落的) toys on the floor可知,此处表示作者将散落在地上的玩具捡起来(picking up)。故选C。
48.A　根据前文“there was the initial crying over losing his toys,but gradually he managed to”可知,刚开始儿子为失去玩具而哭泣,但是后来渐渐接受(accept)了。故选A。
49.C　根据语境可知,因为玩具变少,儿子对于保留下来的玩具有了更深层次的欣赏,而且儿子依靠他的想象力制作玩具,这种情况是作者没有预料到的(Unexpectedly)。故选C。
50.B　根据语境可知,作者把儿子散落的玩具都拿到了地下室,让作者意外的是,因为玩具变少,儿子对保留下来的(remained)玩具产生了更深的欣赏和喜爱之情。故选B。
51.B　根据后文a paper box into a spaceship可知,儿子只能运用自己的想象力,将一个纸盒变成宇宙飞船,“turn...into...”意为“将……变为……”。故选B。
52.A　根据下文“Minimalism allows me to...a reduced number of toys.”可知,本段描述了极简生活的好处(benefits)。故选A。
53.D　根据前文“Freed from the burden of cleaning up the house”及上文内容可知,当从打扫房子的负担中解脱出来,作者一家人打开了(unlocked)一个由少变多的世界。故选D。
54.D　根据上文“With fewer toys,my son had to rely on his imagination”可知,当儿子缺少玩具时,他开发了自己的想象力,因此,作者在极简主义中看到了更多的可能性(possibilities)。故选D。
55.C　根据语境可知,当儿子的玩具减少时,他变得更有创造力(creative)了。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。
The Chinese arm swinging exercise,also 56.　　　　(call) Shuai Shou Gong is so simple. You do nothing more than swing the arms,and 57.　　　　 takes you only 10 minutes to learn.If you do it 58.　　　　(continuous),you will enjoy its benefits in a matter of days.It is an excellent way 59.　　　　(relax) your body after a day’s work.Practise it daily over time,and it brings you many benefits.It helps you stay healthy and in shape.There are also many reports 60.　　　　 how it helps in healing.The women,61.　　　　 were in their 60s and 70s,also found day-to-day 62.　　　　(activity) easier after practising it.Researcher Professor Neil Roberts of Edinburgh University said,“These findings demonstrate that the gentle,rhythmic,whole-body sequence of movements of Shuai Shou Gong may be readily learnt and enjoyed by older adults and improves general health and well-being.”
The exercise routine,which is more than 1,000 years old,63.　　　　(consist) of a sequence of five arm swings.The first four involve swinging the arms back and then forward,to shoulder height.During the 64.　　　　(five) swing,you bend your knees twice—once when 65.　　　　(swing) your arms back and again when bringing them forward.The sequence is then repeated multiple times.
语篇导读:本文是说明文。文章介绍了中国传统健身锻炼方法——甩手功。
答案及剖析:
56.called　考查非谓语动词。分析句子结构可知,句中已有谓语动词,此处应用非谓语动词,主语the Chinese arm swinging exercise与动词call之间为被动关系,应用call的过去分词形式作定语。故填called。
57.it　考查代词。此处指代swing the arms,应用代词it,在句中作形式主语。故填it。
58.continuously　考查副词。此处修饰动词do,应用副词continuously,意为“连续不断地”,作状语。故填continuously。
59.to relax　考查动词不定式。此处为固定短语way to do sth,意为“做某事的方法”,动词不定式作后置定语。故填to relax。
60.on/about　考查介词。根据语境可知,此处应用介词on或about,意为“关于”。故填on/about。
61.who　考查定语从句。分析句子结构可知,此处引导非限制性定语从句,修饰先行词women,指人,关系词在从句中作主语,应用关系代词who。故填who。
62.activities　考查名词复数。activity为可数名词,此处应用复数形式。故填activities。
63.consists　考查动词的时态和主谓一致。根据从句中的is可知,主句的谓语动词应用一般现在时,主语The exercise routine表示单数意义,谓语动词应用第三人称单数形式。故填consists。
64.fifth　考查序数词。根据语境可知,此处表示“第五”,应用序数词fifth。故填fifth。
65.swinging　考查状语从句的省略。分析句子结构可知,when引导的从句主语为you,与主句的主语一致,完整的从句形式为“when you are swinging your arms back”,其中的you are可以省略。故填swinging。
第四部分　写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
　　假设你是学校英文报的编辑李华,为迎接即将到来的校园美食节,你们学校的英文报将开设“难忘的味道”特别专栏。请写一则英文征稿通知,内容包括:
1.征文背景、主题;
2.征文要求;
3.投稿方式与截止时间。
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。
Notice
The School English Newspaper
[写作指导]
　　One possible version:
Notice
Aiming to celebrate the upcoming campus food festival,the school English newspaper will launch a special column titled “Unforgettable Flavour” and we are expecting your submissions.
Your writing should be no less than 120 words.In your article,please vividly describe an unforgettable dish you’ve tasted,and more importantly,share the special memories it carries.Please ensure your writing is original.
Anyone interested may submit your work to us at 1234567@ by June 15.Don’t miss this golden opportunity to showcase your talent and share your passion for food.We look forward to receiving your amazing entries!
The School English Newspaper
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。
One particularly cold Saturday in January,I was supposed to take our dog out for a walk,but it was so cold that I didn’t want to go outside.Instead,I just opened the door and let the dog out by himself.I kept an eye on him to make sure he would come back inside.
However,another dog of our neighbourhood quickly ran past our house,and our dog sped after to catch him.I hurriedly went to grab my coat so I could follow my dog,and then I rushed outside.Unfortunately,it was already too late,and my dog was nowhere in sight.I walked a few blocks,but I was unable to find him.
Depressed,I returned home.My mother was standing at the door waiting,and she asked me what had happened.“I know I was supposed to walk our dog,” I admitted,“but I thought he would be able to go outside and come back by himself.Now he’s gone and I can’t find him anywhere.”
My mother was very angry with me.She said I should have been more responsible.She decided to help by making some signs.The signs read,“Lost: A big black dog.Please call us right away.” And she printed our phone number on the bottom.“Okay,Darrell,” she said,as she handed over those signs,“now go and post these on all the street posts.”
My sister and I grabbed the signs and we posted them along our street as well as along the surrounding streets.The whole time,I was incredibly sad and worried about our dog.All I could think about was how cold it was and how cold our dog must be.My sister wanted to go home,so I told her I’d walk her home,but then keep looking for the dog myself.
注意:续写词数应为150个左右。
Paragraph 1:
　　I took my sister home and continued my search alone.
Paragraph 2:
　　When I returned,my mother was waiting for me,smiling broadly.
[情节构建]
情节线 情感线
Who My mother,my sister,our dog and I 沮丧 难过、担忧 宽慰 开心
When One particularly cold Saturday in January
Where Inside and outside the home
What I lost our dog and we searched for him.At last he returned.
Conflict & Clue Conflict:I know I was supposed to walk our dog,but I thought he would be able to go outside and come back by himself and now I can’t find him anywhere. Clue: My mother decided to help by making some signs and we began to post them on all the street posts.
Theme The importance of having a sense of responsibility.
Para.1 I took my sister home and continued my search alone. Q1:What would I do then Q2:How would I feel when thinking of what I had done Q3:What would be the result of my search at last
Para.2 When I returned,my mother was waiting for me,smiling broadly. Q1:What would I see when getting home Q2:How would I feel when seeing the dog Q3:What would I learn from this experience
　　One possible version:
　　I took my sister home and continued my search alone.Carrying the signs made by my mother,I kept posting them.In the meantime,whenever there were people passing by ,I would ask if they had met such a dog.I even knocked from door to door,asking if they had seen him.No luck.Nobody claimed to have spotted our dog.What if I had taken the dog out for a walk Tears of regret welled up in my eyes.As the darkness fell,I decided to come back home to check if anybody had called.
When I returned,my mother was waiting for me,smiling broadly.There,behind my mother,was our lovely dog looking up at me eagerly .Upon seeing me ,he raced towards me.I couldn’t hold my tears.“He just came back by himself,” my mother said gently.Hugging the dog with relief ,I apologised to my mother sincerely.“I am sure you have learnt your lesson today,” my mother replied in a comforting voice.I played with my sister and the dog again.Despite the freezing weather outside,my heart warmed up.It was on the day that I learnt the value of responsibility.
点津:为whenever引导的时间状语从句;
为as引导的时间状语从句;
为介词(短语)置于句首引起的完全倒装;
为upon doing句型,意为“一……就……”;
为现在分词短语作状语;
为强调句型,也为主题升华句。核心素养提升(UNIT 2)
(限时:120分钟　分值:150分)
第一部分　听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话读两遍。
(　　)1.How old is the man’s own car
A.One month old.
B.One year old.
C.Five years old.
(　　)2.What does the woman think of Catherine
A.She is wise.
B.She is not confident.
C.She is optimistic.
(　　)3.What are the two speakers mainly talking about
A.The man’s trip.
B.The man’s family.
C.New Zealand.
(　　)4.Where was Dennis going
A.A supermarket.
B.An office.
C.A bank.
(　　)5.What will the two speakers do this evening
A.Play tennis.
B.Watch a film.
C.Go to a party.
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.Why did the man find a job for the summer
A.To earn some money.
B.To make more friends.
C.To spend more time in the city.
(　　)7.Where will the man work
A.In a zoo.
B.In an animal hospital.
C.In a pet shop.
　　听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
(　　)8.Why won’t the woman wear her own hat
A.Because it is uncomfortable.
B.Because it doesn’t fit her.
C.Because it is old.
(　　)9.What will the woman buy
A.Gloves. B.Boots.
C.Jeans.
　　听第8段材料,回答第10~12题。
(　　)10.What is the relationship between the two speakers
A.Teacher and student.
B.Brother and sister.
C.Classmates.
(　　)11.Why doesn’t the man want to perform a musical play
A.Because he would be very nervous to do it.
B.Because he dislikes singing and dancing.
C.Because he thinks it unsuitable for children.
(　　)12.What does the woman think of a historical play
A.Exciting. B.Boring.
C.Interesting.
　　听第9段材料,回答第13~16题。
(　　)13.Where did the woman first meet the man
A.In a chemistry competition.
B.In college.
C.In high school.
(　　)14.What did the man do after high school
A.He went straight to university.
B.He travelled around the world.
C.He worked at a small school.
(　　)15.What is the school in Connecticut known for
A.Its famous teachers.
B.Its foreign language department.
C.Its low cost.
(　　)16.What does the woman mean in the end
A.It is enjoyable to study Chinese.
B.It is her lifetime goal to speak Chinese well.
C.It takes a long time to master a foreign language.
　　听第10段材料,回答第17~20题。
(　　)17.What is the speaker
A.A student. B.A journalist.
C.A TV host.
(　　)18.Where did the speaker visit last year
A.A university.
B.A TV station.
C.A news agency.
(　　)19.What kind of job does the speaker dislike
A.The one without changes.
B.The one that keeps him busy.
C.The one that needs to meet many people.
(　　)20.What is the speaker going to do after getting the bachelor’s degree
A.Find a job.
B.Continue to study.
C.Travel around the country.
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
Zoo Teen Programme
The Zoo Teen Programme is an exciting way for high school students aged 1417 to learn about zoos and animal protection,explore opportunities,gain leadership skills,earn service learning hours,meet lifelong friends and so much more.
This is a year-round volunteer programme.All teen volunteers will start as zoo guides,who make sure that a zoo visit starts on a pleasant,comfortable,and informative note by answering general questions about the zoo in a helpful and enthusiastic way,and by pointing out all the great exhibitions,events,and programmes available.After successfully completing summer volunteer requirements as a zoo guide,zoo teens may choose the volunteer task (Guest Engagement and Education or Conservation and Research) that they would like to join in.
Zoo Teen Programme Requirements
·Hand in a completed application.Incomplete applications will not be considered.
·Attend a group interview and be accepted into the programme.
·Complete the Zoo Teen Volunteer Boot Camp.
·Meet a monthly requirement of 4 shifts(轮班) for at least one year(shifts will be scheduled on the same days each month).
·Attend at least 3 preservation service projects.
·Attend the end-of-summer off-site preservation field trip project.
Important Dates
·January 31:Zoo Teen Programme Application Opens
·April 14:Zoo Teen Programme Application Closes
·May 6,7,13,21:Interview Dates
·May 30:Choices Made
·June 1923:Zoo Teen Volunteer Boot Camp(9:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.daily)
If you have any questions,please visit our official website for more detailed information.
(　　)21.What do volunteers do at first
A.Help organise exhibitions.
B.Choose their preferred volunteer task.
C.Go on a field trip with experts.
D.Provide information for zoo visitors.
(　　)22.What is required of zoo teens
A.Joining in a 5-day boot camp.
B.Having a one-on-one interview.
C.Working at least 3 days a month.
D.Attending a monthly preservation project.
(　　)23.When will the applicants know whether they are accepted into the programme
A.On April 14. B.On May 21.
C.On May 30. D.On June 23.
B
Whether we are sitting down or standing up,still or moving,body posture influences our moods.Several studies have shown this link between physical posture and mood.Others have shown a relationship between our moods and our cognitive (认知的) performance,including memory,reasoning,learning,and the speed of reaction and processing of information.
So a logical question arises.Can body posture influence our cognitive performance
Previously,a New Zealand team (University of Auckland) carried out an experiment on posture when we walk,especially in the street.The team found a very clear influence of our posture on our moods and confidence.It appears that walking with a hunched back,bowed head and motionless arms has a negative influence on our mental state.
Indeed,the researchers found that the simple act of straightening up,standing up straight,with your head held high,and gazing forward gives us a serious boost of confidence.Not only does our spontaneous posture have a psychological effect,but by correcting it,it is possible to bring about improvement in the long term.
In the other study,this time carried out by an Austrian team (Friedrich Alexander University in Erlangen-Nuremberg),researchers observed the same phenomenon,this time in a sitting position.Young adults were invited to participate in tests presented as intended to assess their ability to concentrate.In fact,the researchers had them sit in different postures—from upright to very slumped (消沉)—in order to note their influences on mood and cognition.
A first observation indicates that “sitting upright” is associated with a better overall mood.It is also found to have a positive influence on the speed of processing information and completing tasks,although the test pass rate does not vary significantly with posture.
Finally,and surprisingly enough,blood pressure is a little more favourable in an upright position.To further complete the list of benefits of sitting upright,we will add that it is widely recommended for protecting the back in case of work that requires sitting for a long time.
(　　)24.Why does the writer mention the studies at the beginning
A.To introduce what cognitive performance is.
B.To emphasise the importance of body posture.
C.To prove the results of those studies are wrong.
D.To raise a new question to be studied and solved.
(　　)25.What does the underlined word “hunched” mean in Paragraph 3
A.Straightened. B.Bent.
C.Loose. D.Solid.
(　　)26.What does the first study indicate
A.Posture influences our mental state.
B.Straightening up has a negative effect.
C.Gazing upward builds up confidence.
D.Walking posture is especially important.
(　　)27.What can we learn about sitting upright
A.It helps improve the test pass rate.
B.It has mental and physical benefits.
C.It requires sitting for a long time.
D.It increases the blood pressure.
C
Every Monday through Friday,you may be running between work,appointments and family events — can’t the workout wait until the weekend Maybe,according to a report published in a journal,which found that people who exercised throughout the week and “weekend warriors” who packed their exercise into the weekend,saw a similar reduction in the risk of heart diseases.
The paper relied on data from the UK Biobank,a large biomedical database that follows residents in the long term.“A group of more than 1,000,000 people used accelerometers (加速度计) to track their movement over the course of a week,” the study said.Researchers then assessed the relationship between exercise patterns and events of the heart.
Adults need at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity (中等强度) physical activity per week,according to a journal.“If you are able to achieve those guideline-recommended levels over one to two days of the week,then our findings show you’re getting a similar benefit as people who exercise every day,” said lead study author Dr Shaan Khurshid,instructor of medicine at Harvard Medical School in Boston.
Dr Andrew Freeman from National Jewish Health in Denver,who was not part of the research,often recommends his patients to exercise every day,encouraging them to engage in 30-minute exercise that’s hard enough to make them breathless.Still,there are patients who tell Freeman that they can only get a day or two of activity during the week but have more time on the weekend.Now the study gives him more confidence in helping them make that work.
“This is at least inspiring enough for me to say to some patients,‘Hey,there’s data that says if you can’t get your 30 minutes every day,getting 150 minutes over a weekend might be helpful,’” said Freeman.
(　　)28.What is the main finding of the research
A.Exercising on weekends is more beneficial.
B.Most people prefer to exercise on weekdays.
C.Regular daily exercise is essential for heart health.
D.Weekend exercise has benefits similar to daily exercise.
(　　)29.How did the researchers get their findings
A.By observing people’s exercise habits.
B.By conducting interviews with patients.
C.By reviewing residents’ medical records.
D.By analysing data from wearable devices.
(　　)30.How long is the recommended weekly duration for moderate-intensity exercise for adults
A.At least 30 minutes.
B.At least 90 minutes.
C.At least 150 minutes.
D.At least 180 minutes.
(　　)31.What is Dr Andrew Freeman’s attitude towards the study
A.Positive. B.Opposed.
C.Critical. D.Indifferent.
D
　　How does keeping things tidy change people psychologically You gain greater confidence in yourself.Also,you become more optimistic and calmer in the mind than before.There are several reasons for these changes: Your self-image improves as you start living in beautiful and tidy rooms,and you gain decision-making skills as you continue to choose between which things to throw or give away and which to keep.The way we let go of things in the decluttering method plays an important role as well.
The decluttering method has a step where we give thanks to the things before we throw them away.Not only would you say “thank you for sparking joy in me” to a favourite piece of clothing that you wore till it was threadbare, you would also say to a piece of clothing you never wore once “thank you for teaching me that this colour doesn’t look good on me”.You will appreciate the roles of all the things that have come to you and experience appreciation for all of them.Through this experience,you will rediscover the truth that you have been supported by so many things and you will deepen your gratitude for things you leave behind.
To share a personal example,I have always had little confidence in myself.When I get nervous before a large speaking assignment,I think to myself that I’ll be fine because these clothes are protecting me and these shoes are supporting me,and that calms me down.Once you start feeling constant gratitude for your things and your home through tidying up,you will start feeling relief and calm as if you are always protected by something larger than you.
(　　)32.What psychological change may tidiness bring to people
A.Their confidence will become less.
B.They will become less optimistic.
C.They will become more confident.
D.Their self-image will be damaged.
(　　)33.What does the underlined word “threadbare” mean in the second paragraph
A.Worn out. B.Out of date.
C.Fashionable. D.Fancy.
(　　)34.What should people show to clothes they have never worn in the decluttering method
A.Regret. B.Worry.
C.Patience. D.Gratitude.
(　　)35.Why does the author mention his own experience in the last paragraph
A.To show off his wonderful speaking skills.
B.To explain how he has become a confident person.
C.To show his special taste in choosing suitable clothes.
D.To give an example of the benefit of tidiness.
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。
While most people appreciate the health advantages that come from running,cycling,or lifting weights,fewer people understand the benefits that come from a good swim.Actually,swimming provides a series of specific benefits.
Arguably,the most important one is that it promotes heart health.According to research,the practice improves circulation and cardiovascular (心血管的) efficiency,so one’s risk of heart attack decreases.36.　　　,which raises your heart rate and reduces your blood pressure effectively.
37.　　　.To push yourself forward,swimming requires the use of many major muscle groups of the body.These include core muscles,neck muscles,arm,hand and shoulder muscles,chest and back muscles,plus leg and foot muscles,thus contributing to muscle strengthening.
Swimming can aid in weight management goals as well.38.　　　.One public health analysis found that a 155-pound person burns about 281 calories per hour swimming at a medium pace but can burn as many as about 704 calories per hour swimming freestyle at a vigorous (强有力的) pace.
Additionally,swimming has mental health benefits.Studies show that moving through water increases blood flow to the brain and causes a release of dopamine (多巴胺).39.　　　.
Given so many benefits of swimming,why not get started Some experts recommend a mix of both swimming and other water-related exercises when starting out.Above all,making the experience enjoyable is key to ensuring you stick with it.“Swimming is not just an exercise but an enjoyable and refreshing experience.40.　　　,” says Lori Sherlock,an exercise physiology professor at West Virginia University School of Medicine.
A.Swimming is also good for every muscle in the body
B.Swimming is a whole-body rhythmic and dynamic activity
C.The butterfly stroke burns as many as 774 calories per hour
D.Research shows that repeating swim movements can burn many calories
E.There are some techniques about swimming which need to be practiced
F.In this way,swimming has even been shown to improve memory function
G.It can also enhance your physical health,mental well-being and quality of life
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。
As a growing family,we gathered lots of stuff,especially toys.After our first boy was born,friends and family 　41　 him with gifts,　42　 our once spacious rooms with many colourful playthings.
　43　 my son’s seemingly countless possessions robbed me of the mood to enjoy life.My spare time melting away,my 　44　 began to mount up.
Then one day,the weight of the mess became too much to bear.I 　45　!It was time to make a 　46　.I grabbed trash bags and rushed into my son’s bedroom,　47　 the scattered (散落的) toys on the floor quickly.Then I took those bags of toys immediately to the basement (地下室).Of course,there was the initial crying over losing his toys,but gradually he managed to 　48　 it.
Days went by.Then weeks.　49　,the absence of disorder seemed to promote a deeper sense of appreciation for the toys that 　50　.With fewer toys,my son had to rely on his imagination,like 　51　 a paper box into a spaceship and going on a fantasy adventure in it.It’s been months,and those packed toys are still in the basement.
With each passing day,the　52　 of our minimalist lifestyle became more obvious.Freed from the burden of cleaning up the house,we 　53　 a world where less really became more. Minimalism allows me to see more 　54　 in life,and my boy is becoming more 　55　 when playing with a reduced number of toys.
(　　)41.A.helped B.filled
C.showered D.equipped
(　　)42.A.flooding B.providing
C.impressing D.trapping
(　　)43.A.Putting off B.Putting away
C.Putting up D.Putting down
(　　)44.A.laziness B.anxiety
C.regret D.guilt
(　　)45.A.retired B.escaped
C.cheered D.exploded
(　　)46.A.donation B.record
C.promise D.change
(　　)47.A.playing with
B.setting aside
C.picking up
D.throwing away
(　　)48.A.accept B.believe
C.share D.remember
(　　)49.A.Suddenly B.Hopefully
C.Unexpectedly D.Unfortunately
(　　)50.A.waited B.remained
C.increased D.appeared
(　　)51.A.placing B.turning
C.dividing D.mixing
(　　)52.A.benefits B.symbols
C.impressions D.efforts
(　　)53.A.missed B.disconnected
C.imagined D.unlocked
(　　)54.A.problems B.personalities
C.preparations D.possibilities
(　　)55.A.generous B.courageous
C.creative D.supportive
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 Chinese arm swinging exercise,also 56.　　　　(call) Shuai Shou Gong is so simple. You do nothing more than swing the arms,and 57.　　　　 takes you only 10 minutes to learn.If you do it 58.　　　　(continuous),you will enjoy its benefits in a matter of days.It is an excellent way 59.　　　　(relax) your body after a day’s work.Practise it daily over time,and it brings you many benefits.It helps you stay healthy and in shape.There are also many reports 60.　　　　 how it helps in healing.The women,61.　　　　 were in their 60s and 70s,also found day-to-day 62.　　　　(activity) easier after practising it.Researcher Professor Neil Roberts of Edinburgh University said,“These findings demonstrate that the gentle,rhythmic,whole-body sequence of movements of Shuai Shou Gong may be readily learnt and enjoyed by older adults and improves general health and well-being.”
The exercise routine,which is more than 1,000 years old,63.　　　　(consist) of a sequence of five arm swings.The first four involve swinging the arms back and then forward,to shoulder height.During the 64.　　　　(five) swing,you bend your knees twice—once when 65.　　　　(swing) your arms back and again when bringing them forward.The sequence is then repeated multiple times.
第四部分　写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
　　假设你是学校英文报的编辑李华,为迎接即将到来的校园美食节,你们学校的英文报将开设“难忘的味道”特别专栏。请写一则英文征稿通知,内容包括:
1.征文背景、主题;
2.征文要求;
3.投稿方式与截止时间。
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。
Notice
The School English Newspaper
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。
One particularly cold Saturday in January,I was supposed to take our dog out for a walk,but it was so cold that I didn’t want to go outside.Instead,I just opened the door and let the dog out by himself.I kept an eye on him to make sure he would come back inside.
However,another dog of our neighbourhood quickly ran past our house,and our dog sped after to catch him.I hurriedly went to grab my coat so I could follow my dog,and then I rushed outside.Unfortunately,it was already too late,and my dog was nowhere in sight.I walked a few blocks,but I was unable to find him.
Depressed,I returned home.My mother was standing at the door waiting,and she asked me what had happened.“I know I was supposed to walk our dog,” I admitted,“but I thought he would be able to go outside and come back by himself.Now he’s gone and I can’t find him anywhere.”
My mother was very angry with me.She said I should have been more responsible.She decided to help by making some signs.The signs read,“Lost: A big black dog.Please call us right away.” And she printed our phone number on the bottom.“Okay,Darrell,” she said,as she handed over those signs,“now go and post these on all the street posts.”
My sister and I grabbed the signs and we posted them along our street as well as along the surrounding streets.The whole time,I was incredibly sad and worried about our dog.All I could think about was how cold it was and how cold our dog must be.My sister wanted to go home,so I told her I’d walk her home,but then keep looking for the dog myself.
注意:续写词数应为150个左右。
Paragraph 1:
　　I took my sister home and continued my search alone.
Paragraph 2:
　　When I returned,my mother was waiting for me,smiling broadly.

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