卷子答案网-一个不只有答案的网站厦门松柏中学2023-2024学年高三英语上学期
12月基础质量检测
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. Where will the woman spend her vacation this year
A. On the beach. B. In the forest. C. In the mountain.
2. When did Mr. Robin start the meeting
A. At 10: 30 a. m. B. At 11:30 a. m. C. At 1: 30 p. m.
3. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Husband and wife. B. Colleagues. C. Repairman and customer.
4. What is the woman’s opinion about her old laptop
A. It is heavy.
B. It doesn’t work properly.
C. It is slow to start.
5. What are the speakers talking about
A. Looking for a job.
B. Designing a website.
C Renting an apartment.
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 is Sally’s problem
A. She lost Jake’s files.
B. She broke Jake’s computer.
C. She doesn’t get along well with Jake.
7. What does the man speaker suggest Sally do
A. Download the files.
B. Have a talk with Jake.
C. Learn more about computers.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What should be changed about the event in the poster
A. The time. B. The participants. C. The admission fee.
9. What will the woman probably do next
A. Purchase some items. B. Change the posters. C. Make payment.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. Why does the man look tired
A. He often stays up late.
B. He is preparing for promotion.
C. He’s been under lots of pressure at work.
11. How much did the woman weigh
A. 150 pounds. B. 145 pounds. C. 140 pounds.
12. What does the woman think of jogging
A. Time-consuming. B. Relaxing. C. Useless.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. What do we know about the small houses
A. They are far from the city.
B. They can sleep ten comfortably.
C. They enjoy popularity among the young.
14. What kind of house does the man want
A. A big one. B. A quiet one. C. A cheap one.
15. What does the woman advise the man to do
A. View some houses.
B. Contact his friends now.
C. Make a quick decision.
16. What season is it now
A. Spring. B. Summer. C. Fall.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. When is the report being broadcast
A. In the morning. B. At noon. C. In the afternoon.
18. What caused the traffic jam
A. The road construction. B. A car accident. C. The bad weather.
19. What should train passengers do on Friday
A. Change trains at East River Station.
B. Get a free pass for the blue line train.
C. Avoid taking the red line.
20. What will the listeners most likely hear next
A. Weather updates. B. News on a bridge. C. An interview with the police.
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
Pedal Street by Breeze
Reviewer Anna Martino, age 13
Breeze has released Pedal Street after a two-year wait, in spite of pressure from fans and the record company. Fans had been told to expect something special and this is a masterpiece. This band’s music is exceptional. The song lyrics (歌词) express emotions that are felt by everybody, focusing on topics other artists seem to prefer not to sing about. Breeze uses an interesting mix of styles including classical strings (弦乐器) and modern guitar riffs (重复段).
Thrill by Skydiggers
Reviewer Alexis Walker, age 14
Skydiggers, a Canadian rock group, have released the album Thrill, which was recorded over two years. Although some tunes are difficult to tell apart from each other in the sense that Suzi Tarrant’s voice doesn’t vary from song to song, the album will soon be permanently fixed on your playlist.
Silver Honeybees by Lena and the Lantanas
Reviewer Sam Roberts, age 16
Lena has been allowed to sing all types of songs here in order to really show what she can do. And in case you think that her new far-ranging style may not be attractive to a youthful teenage fan base, remember that her teen audience is sure to grow along with her as she makes more music. While some bands include good beats but have meaningless lyrics that make you feel slightly sick, or sing songs with meaningful words yet make a terrible sound, the Lantanas are different and a rare find.
Hungry Rock by April Sapa
Reviewer Julie Zhang, age 14
The album covers everything a teenager can feel: love, hate, acceptance and even boredom. It is an excellent combination of easy listening, even though there are several songs that could easily have been left out, resulting in a better album overall.
1. What can we learn about Pedal Street
A. It was a let-down for fans. B. It was prepared in a short time.
C. It is emotional and unusual. D. It mainly consists of rock music.
2 What does Roberts say about Silver Honeybees
A. It attracts people of all ages. B. It has both good words and sounds.
C. It covers several types of music. D. It makes you feel heartbroken.
3. What is the writing purpose of the text
A. To introduce the albums. B. To clarify a concept.
C. To persuade the audience. D. To appeal the customers.
B
In this new digital era, farmers are finding ways to evolve with the times while still holding fast to their traditions.
In the quiet and excluded parts of rural China, Xiang Qing, a man born in 1990, leads a life quite unlike the bustling (熙熙攘攘的) urban existence that defines modernity. His home is Guzhang county, Xiangxi Tujia and Miao autonomous prefecture, which is located deep in western Hunan province. Xiang Qing and his 23-year-old nephew, Xiang Hong, jointly operate a video channel called “Shan Bai”. Through their videos, they showcase handicrafts and rural life in China, captivating (迷住) many young urban viewers.
“Life here unfolds at its own pace. We cultivate crops and vegetables and occasionally purchase meat at the market,” Xiang Qing said. “I’ve come across numerous comments from people who watch our videos while lying in bed at night after a busy day of work, finding them truly relaxing and comforting. I think it’s fantastic, and it’s in line with our initial intentions.”
Five years ago, Xiang Qing resigned from his job as a customer service representative in Shanghai and returned to his hometown in Guzhang county, embarking on (开始) a new journey as a video blogger. “Back in 2012, when I was a college student, film-making aroused my passion, and it has continued to be a profound and enduring interest,” he said.
Following in his uncle’s footsteps, Xiang Hong made the same life-altering decision. Having graduated from college last year, he also returned to his hometown in April from Changde, a city in Hunan, and ventured into the world of video production alongside his uncle.
Now their video channel Shan Bai has attracted more than 59.8 million followers. Xiang Qing conceptualizes, films, and edits the videos himself. Xiang Hong serves as the video presenter. Long Lingling, Xiang Qing’s wife, manages the day-to-day operations of the video account, and other family members also contribute to the video production process in different ways.
4. Why do Xiang Qing and Xiang Hong take video bloggers as their career
A. To pursue personal fame and wealth.
B. To financially support their whole family.
C. To continue their passion for film-making.
D. To promote the lifestyle in their hometown.
5. What can we learn about Xiang Qing and Xiang Hong
A. Xiang Qing inspires Xiang Hong in career-making.
B. They quit their first job and altered to video making.
C They reached a decision of returning to hometown together.
D. They engage in each step of the video production process.
6. Which of the following can best describe Xiang Qing and Xiang Hong
A. Devoted and creative. B. Diligent and optimistic.
C. Modest and responsible. D. Ambitious and demanding.
7. Where is the text most probably taken from
A. A personal diary. B. A news interview.
C. A travel brochure. D. A fashion magazine.
C
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in educational technology (EdTech) has brought incomparable convenience and efficiency to classrooms worldwide. However, despite these advancements, it is crucial to recognize the challenges these AI-driven tools pose to the autonomy and professional judgment of instructors.
One of its primary concerns is the depersonalization of instruction. These tools often rely on pre-packaged digital content and standardized solutions, leaving insufficient room for instructors to tailor their teaching methods. Each student possesses unique characteristics. Instructors, armed with their wealth of experience and knowledge, are best positioned to tailor their approaches to these individual needs. However, AI-driven tools restrict their ability to do so effectively, resulting in a one-size-fits-all approach that fails to inspire students to reach their maximum potential.
EdTech companies offer step-by-step solutions to textbook problems. These are intended to act as study aids. However, some students employ this feature as a means to merely copy solutions without comprehending concepts. Consequently, instances of cheating on assignments and exams become widespread. While these tools may offer convenience, students may use external resources or cooperate with others during quizzes, affecting the honesty of their learning outcomes.
The implications of this depersonalization and the increase in academic dishonesty are far-reaching. By decreasing the role of instructors as facilitators of meaningful educational interactions, we run the risk of preventing the growth of critical thinking and problem-solving skills among students. Education should not only focus on knowledge acquisition, but should also develop the ability to analyze, evaluate, and apply that knowledge in real-world contexts. It should help one’s mind grow, not simply memorize information. Through dynamic classroom discussions, cooperative projects, and hands-on activities, instructors play a crucial role in developing these essential skills.
While AI-driven EdTech tools undeniably have their virtues, we must not lose sight of the importance of preserving instructor autonomy and educational experience. Instead of relying only on pre-packaged content and standardized solutions, these tools should be designed to empower instructors to adapt and customize their approaches while taking full advantage of the benefits of technology.
8. What do the underlined words “the depersonalization of instruction” in paragraph 2 refer to
A. Tailored methods for individuals. B. Instructors’ dependence on Al.
C. Insufficient resources of Al-driven tools. D. The one-size-fits-all approach.
9. What is paragraph 3 mainly about
A A possible solution.
B. A further problem.
C. A well-meant intention.
D. A suggested application
10. In what aspect do students suffer most with AI-driven EdTech education
A. Thinking skills. B. Teamwork building.
C. Interest development. D. Knowledge acquisition.
11. What is conveyed about Al-driven EdTech tools in the last paragraph
A. They should be used widely.
B. Their benefits deserve our attention.
C. Their resources need enriching.
D. They should support instructor autonomy.
D
Ancient builders across the world created structures that are still standing today, thousands of years later. Yet the concrete that makes up much of our modern world has a lifespan of around 50 to 100 years. A growing number of scientists have been studying materials from long-ago eras, hoping to uncover how they’ve held up for millennia.
Many researchers have turned to the Romans for inspiration. Starting around 200 BCE, the architects of the Roman Empire were building impressive concrete structures that have stood the test of time. Even in harbors, where seawater has been battering structures for ages, you’ll find concrete basically the way it was when it was poured 2,000 years ago. Most modern concrete starts with Portland cement, a powder made by heating limestone and clay to super-high temperatures and crushing them. That cement is mixed with water to create a chemically reactive paste. Then, blocks of material like rock and gravel are added, and the cement paste mixes them into a concrete mass. According to records from ancient architects, the Roman process was similar. The ancient builders mixed materials like burnt limestone and volcanic sand with water and gravel, creating chemical reactions to stick everything together.
In a study published earlier this year, Admir Masic, a civil and environmental engineer, proposed that this power comes from blocks of lime that are scattered throughout the Roman material instead of being mixed in evenly. Researchers used to think these blocks were a sign that the Romans weren’t mixing up their materials well enough. Instead, after analyzing concrete samples from Privernum—an ancient city outside of Rome — the scientists found that the blocks could fuel the material’s “self-healing” abilities. When cracks form, water is able to flow into the concrete, Masic explained. That water activates the leftover lime, leading to new chemical reactions that can fill in the damaged sections.
The ancient architectures suggested using extracts from local chukum and jiote trees in the lime mix. When researchers tested out the recipe, they found the resulting plaster was especially durable against physical and chemical damage.
Studies have found all kinds of natural materials mixed into structures from long ago: fruit extracts, milk, cheese curd, beer, even dung and urine. The paste that holds together some of China’s most famous structures—including the Great Wall and the Forbidden City — includes traces of sticky rice.
“Some of these ancient builders might have just gotten lucky”, said Cecilia Pesce, a materials scientist at the University of Sheffield in England, “They’d throw just about anything into their mixes, as long as it was cheap and available.”
Today’s builders can’t just copy the ancient recipes. Even though Roman concrete lasted a longtime, it couldn’t hold up heavy loads: “You couldn’t build a modern skyscraper with Roman concrete,” Cecilia said. “It would collapse.” Instead, researchers are trying to take some of the ancient material’s specialties and add them into modern mixes.
12. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage
A. Lime blocks in Roman concrete indicate poor mixing of materials.
B. Ancient Roman concrete structures have witnessed a long history.
C. Modern builders are confused about the Roman method of construction.
D. The concrete used in modern structures has a lifespan of over 200 years.
13. What is proposed as a possible explanation for the self-healing abilities of Roman concrete
A. The uniform mixing of lime in the concrete.
B. The use of extracts from chukum and jiote trees.
C. The addition of whatever was within reach in the mix.
D. The scattering of blocks of lime throughout the material.
14. The passage mentions that today’s builders can’t simply copy ancient recipes because ______.
A. ancient recipes were not well-documented
B. ancient materials were too expensive
C. ancient materials couldn’t hold up heavy loads
D. ancient builders used materials that are no longer available
15. According to the passage, why do some researchers believe ancient builders included various natural materials in their mixes
A. To enhance the beauty of the structures.
B. To make the construction process more cost-effective.
C. To create structures that were resistant to chemical damage.
D. To follow ancient traditions without considering effectiveness.
第二节(共5小题;每小题2. 5分，满分12. 5分)
阅读下面短文, 从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
24 Solar Terms: 8 things you may not know about Frost’s Descent
The traditional Chinese lunar calendar divides the year into 24 solar terms. Frost’s Descent (霜降), the 18th solar term of the year, begins this year on Oct 23 and ends on Nov 6. ____16____, during which time the weather becomes much colder than before and frost begins to appear. Here are four things you should know about Frost’s Descent.
Frosty autumn
____17____. During Frost’s Descent, frost begins to appear. But in the lower reaches of the Yellow River region, frost first appears in late October or early November. As Frost’s Descent comes, the world is filled with the atmosphere of late autumn.
Eating fruit
Eating persimmons during Frost’s Descent can help people resist the cold and protect their bones. In the countryside, people believe that their lips will crack if they don’t eat persimmons during this period. The apple is one kind of recommended fruit during Frost’s Descent. Apples can moisten the lungs, quench one’s thirst and help one’s digestion.____18____. It can promote the secretion of body liquids, clear away heat and reduce sputum.
Eating duck
It’s a custom to eat duck on the first day of Frost’s Descent in south Fujian province. There is a saying in Fujian which goes, “Even nourishing all year is not as good as nourishing the human body on the first day of Frost’s Descent.”____19____.
____20____
People in areas such as Daxin county in Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region celebrate the first day of Frost’s Descent. In the Frost’s Descent Festival, the Zhuang people offer sacrifices, dance and sing folk songs. With a history of more than 360 years, the festival is to commemorate Cen Yuyin, a heroine in battles against foreign aggression.
A. Eating chestnuts
B. Frost’s Descent Festival
C. But eating too many could be harmful
D. Frost’s Descent is the last solar term of autumn
E. Eating duck is a way for people there to gain weight
F. The pear is another recommended fruit during Frost’s Descent
G. Frost consists of white ice crystals of frozen water vapor near the ground
第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题 1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I had just turned sixty-five and thirsty for a new purpose in life. One Sunday, our priest (牧师) at church ____21____ me, ”Hey, did you ever think about volunteering I’d love to have ____22____ volunteers who can mentor (指导) the teens. Think about it. “
I went home to ____23____ my husband. Then we started to meet with the youth class and join in their events. While mentoring the teenagers, I found a sense of belonging in my life. However, I never expected I’d learn something from them.
Several weeks later, when our priest asked if I’d like to be a leader at the annual summer-camp trip, I ____24____ the chance. As I started to make preparations to cope with all the possible issues, I laughed out loud and questioned whether I’d lost my ____25____ to take a week-long trip to the mountains with fifty teens.
The next day, we arrived at our destination. I had ____26____ myself for the drama that almost always troubled teen girls at camp. I prayed for and with girls in terms of their hopes and dreams, fears and choices. I became their cheerleader when they needed it.
The next morning after our arrival, the teens had free time and ____27____ riding the zip line (索道) over a deep canyon (峡谷). I didn’t share with them how ____28____ I am of heights. One boy invited me to have a try. I ____29____ refused. Another leader encouraged me, saying he could zip across the canyon together with me. Eventually, I ____30____ myself geared up, and we started the ascent (上升) to the zip line tower.____31____with encouragement, I needed to stop many times to ____32____ my breath.
Once I ____33____ my feet on the platform and the clip (索道夹) was fixed onto the zip line, suddenly I flew through the air. The leader yelled to me in cheers. I opened my eyes and suddenly sensed a touch of ____34____ settling over me. I waved to the leader and began to cheer back.
I volunteered to be a light in the lives of a group of teens, but the truth is, the ____35____ brought a new meaning to this old woman. I walked away seven years later with the best deal from the relationship.
21.
A. accused B. approached C. appreciated D. acknowledged
22.
A. former B. trained C. specialized D. mature
23.
A. convince B. argue C. remind D. suspect
24.
A. put forward B. jumped at C. ruled over D. figured out
25.
A. temper B. purpose C. insight D. mind
26.
A. praised B. pressed C. presented D. prepared
27.
A. owned up to B. put up with C. signed up for D. kept up with
28.
A. terrified B. determined C. aware D. ignorant
29.
A. hardly B. violently C. instinctively D. progressively
30.
A. expected B. imagined C. enjoyed D. found
31.
A Yet B. Even C. Then D. Also
32.
A. catch B. hold C. lose D. cease
33.
A. planted B. slipped C. wiped D. stuck
34.
A. darkness B. warmth C. peace D. horror
35.
A. inspiration B. dilemma C. episode D. thought
第二节 (共10小题;每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
I am sure you have read before all about the grandness of China. I would like to talk about one of the things that impressed me most on my first-ever visit to China: parks.
Forget for a while anything you know about parks in your country. In China, they are ____36____ (total) different concepts. For me, a foreigner, they served ____37____a great metaphor (隐喻) for how a society can evolve to be modern without losing the traditional values that join it together harmoniously.
It all started with the tiny park in front of my hotel in Shenzhen. It was a small____38____beautiful park, so one day, I decided to buy some dumplings and sit on a bench there to eat them for lunch.
That’s when the magic first struck me. ____39____ immediate sense of peace and harmony enveloped me, even though I was in the middle of a large tech city. In silence, I thanked the____40____ (design) of the park for creating such an oasis (乐土), ____41____no matter how stressed one might be, one can’t feel anything but at peace.
After arriving in Beijing, I decided to experience another park, Yuyuantan. Wow. As dusk____42____(fall), couples started to get ready to dance, parents played with their kids, and enthusiasts were flying some of the most ____43____ (impress) kites I have ever seen. Then I realized that parks were not just a place____44____ (relax) but a place for one to express oneself. In the parks, people honed (磨炼) their talents, _____45_____ (experience) the pure joy of being alive. It was inspiring.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 阅读使人充实，阅读对于每个人的成长至关重要。请认真阅读下面的引言(quotation)，按要求用英语写一篇短文。
Reading makes a full man. — Francis Bacon
内容要求：
1.你对该引言的理解；
2.举例说明；
3.恰当的结尾。
注意：
1.短文开头已给出，不计入总词数；
2.文中不能出现考生的具体信息。
3.词数80左右。
As Francis Bacon puts it, “Reading makes a full man.”
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第二节(满分 25 分)
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Our church congregation (集会) in Toronto has a way of assisting those who have financial difficulties without making the receiver feel shame or guilt. Money is dropped into an offering box with only the name of the receiver on the envelope. The envelopes are then distributed to those members without them knowing the name of the giver.
There came a time when my husband and I were among those in need. Both of us lost jobs at that time and there was little hope that we could be employed within a short time. Of course, out of self-esteem (自尊), we did not talk about our financial difficulty with anyone else. The only reason our children knew was that we had to cut back on many things. Still, we hoped they were not aware of the extent of our need, nor of how much their father and I were suffering because of it. We did not want to burden them with a problem they could do nothing to solve.
With time going by, our situation wasn’t improving, and my husband and I knew that we would have to look for outside help. In that cold winter, just as we reached the point of despair, our church gave us a gift envelope that had been left in the offering box. You couldn’t imagine how overjoyed we were on receiving such a very substantial amount of money, which was enough to bring us through that desperate time. We couldn’t help but wonder who had given such a generous gift. We were extremely relieved and enormously grateful. In this way, we could survive this tough period with the money. Besides, we needn’t worry about our son’s university tuition, that is, he needn’t apply for any loan because he had taken a part-time job and worked hard to earn some money since he was nine years old. He had been a paper carrier for The Toronto Star, a car washer, a dishwasher and so on. He had been careful for his small earnings so we had trusted him to leave all his wages with him instead of putting it into the bank towards his education.
Paragraph1:
A year later, our son was applying for a student loan.
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Paragraph2:
Finally, in tears, and with great unwillingness, my son told us the truth.
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听力答案：1-5CABAC 6-10CBCAC 11-15BACBC 16-20AABAB厦门松柏中学2023-2024学年高三英语上学期
12月基础质量检测
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. Where will the woman spend her vacation this year
A. On the beach. B. In the forest. C. In the mountain.
2. When did Mr. Robin start the meeting
A. At 10: 30 a. m. B. At 11:30 a. m. C. At 1: 30 p. m.
3. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Husband and wife. B. Colleagues. C. Repairman and customer.
4. What is the woman’s opinion about her old laptop
A. It is heavy.
B. It doesn’t work properly.
C. It is slow to start.
5. What are the speakers talking about
A. Looking for a job.
B. Designing a website.
C. Renting an apartment.
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 is Sally’s problem
A. She lost Jake’s files.
B. She broke Jake’s computer.
C. She doesn’t get along well with Jake.
7. What does the man speaker suggest Sally do
A. Download the files.
B. Have a talk with Jake.
C. Learn more about computers.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What should be changed about the event in the poster
A. The time. B. The participants. C. The admission fee.
9. What will the woman probably do next
A. Purchase some items. B. Change the posters. C. Make payment.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. Why does the man look tired
A. He often stays up late.
B. He is preparing for promotion.
C. He’s been under lots of pressure at work.
11. How much did the woman weigh
A. 150 pounds. B. 145 pounds. C. 140 pounds.
12. What does the woman think of jogging
A. Time-consuming. B. Relaxing. C. Useless.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. What do we know about the small houses
A. They are far from the city.
B. They can sleep ten comfortably.
C. They enjoy popularity among the young.
14. What kind of house does the man want
A. A big one. B. A quiet one. C. A cheap one.
15. What does the woman advise the man to do
A. View some houses.
B. Contact his friends now.
C. Make a quick decision.
16. What season is it now
A. Spring. B. Summer. C. Fall.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. When is the report being broadcast
A. In the morning. B. At noon. C. In the afternoon.
18. What caused the traffic jam
A. The road construction. B. A car accident. C. The bad weather.
19. What should train passengers do on Friday
A. Change trains at East River Station.
B. Get a free pass for the blue line train.
C. Avoid taking the red line.
20. What will the listeners most likely hear next
A. Weather updates. B. News on a bridge. C. An interview with the police.
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
Pedal Street by Breeze
Reviewer Anna Martino, age 13
Breeze has released Pedal Street after a two-year wait, in spite of pressure from fans and the record company. Fans had been told to expect something special and this is a masterpiece. This band’s music is exceptional. The song lyrics (歌词) express emotions that are felt by everybody, focusing on topics other artists seem to prefer not to sing about. Breeze uses an interesting mix of styles including classical strings (弦乐器) and modern guitar riffs (重复段).
Thrill by Skydiggers
Reviewer Alexis Walker, age 14
Skydiggers, a Canadian rock group, have released the album Thrill, which was recorded over two years. Although some tunes are difficult to tell apart from each other in the sense that Suzi Tarrant’s voice doesn’t vary from song to song, the album will soon be permanently fixed on your playlist.
Silver Honeybees by Lena and the Lantanas
Reviewer Sam Roberts, age 16
Lena has been allowed to sing all types of songs here in order to really show what she can do. And in case you think that her new far-ranging style may not be attractive to a youthful teenage fan base, remember that her teen audience is sure to grow along with her as she makes more music. While some bands include good beats but have meaningless lyrics that make you feel slightly sick, or sing songs with meaningful words yet make a terrible sound, the Lantanas are different and a rare find.
Hungry Rock by April Sapa
Reviewer Julie Zhang, age 14
The album covers everything a teenager can feel: love, hate, acceptance and even boredom. It is an excellent combination of easy listening, even though there are several songs that could easily have been left out, resulting in a better album overall.
1. What can we learn about Pedal Street
A. It was a let-down for fans. B. It was prepared in a short time.
C. It is emotional and unusual. D. It mainly consists of rock music.
2. What does Roberts say about Silver Honeybees
A. It attracts people of all ages. B. It has both good words and sounds.
C. It covers several types of music. D. It makes you feel heartbroken.
3. What is the writing purpose of the text
A. To introduce the albums. B. To clarify a concept.
C. To persuade the audience. D. To appeal the customers.
【答案】1. C 2. B 3. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。本文介绍了四张不同类型的专辑：Pedal Street，Thrill，Silver Honeybees和Hungry Rock。四个专辑都是由不同的乐队或歌手制作的，文章通过不同的年龄阶段的青少年评论员对每张专辑进行了评价和推荐。
【1题详解】
推理判断题。根据Pedal Street by Breeze部分中“ This band’s music is exceptional. The song lyrics (歌词) express emotions that are felt by everybody, focusing on topics other artists seem to prefer not to sing about. (这个乐队的音乐很特别。歌词表达了每个人都能感受到的情感，关注的话题似乎是其他艺术家不喜欢唱的。)”可知，该专辑的音乐很特别，表达了每个人都能感受到的情感，关注的话题似乎是其他艺术家不喜欢唱的即它是充满情感的且不寻常的。故选C。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Silver Honeybees by Lena and the Lantanas部分中“While some bands include good beats but have meaningless lyrics that make you feel slightly sick, or sing songs with meaningful words yet make a terrible sound, the Lantanas are different and a rare find.(虽然有些乐队的节奏很好，但歌词毫无意义，让你觉得有点恶心，或者唱的歌有意义，但声音却很可怕，但Lantanas却与众不同，而且是罕见的发现。)”可知， Roberts认为该专辑特别之处不同于其他的歌曲，该专辑的歌词具有意义，声音也很美妙。故选B。
【3题详解】
推理判断题。通读全文可知，本文介绍了四张不同类型的专辑：Pedal Street，Thrill，Silver Honeybees和Hungry Rock。四个专辑都是由不同的乐队或歌手制作的，文章通过不同的年龄阶段的青少年评论员对每张专辑进行了介绍和推荐。由此推断文章的目的是告知读者四张专辑的相关内容。故选A。
B
In this new digital era, farmers are finding ways to evolve with the times while still holding fast to their traditions.
In the quiet and excluded parts of rural China, Xiang Qing, a man born in 1990, leads a life quite unlike the bustling (熙熙攘攘的) urban existence that defines modernity. His home is Guzhang county, Xiangxi Tujia and Miao autonomous prefecture, which is located deep in western Hunan province. Xiang Qing and his 23-year-old nephew, Xiang Hong, jointly operate a video channel called “Shan Bai”. Through their videos, they showcase handicrafts and rural life in China, captivating (迷住) many young urban viewers.
“Life here unfolds at its own pace. We cultivate crops and vegetables and occasionally purchase meat at the market,” Xiang Qing said. “I’ve come across numerous comments from people who watch our videos while lying in bed at night after a busy day of work, finding them truly relaxing and comforting. I think it’s fantastic, and it’s in line with our initial intentions.”
Five years ago, Xiang Qing resigned from his job as a customer service representative in Shanghai and returned to his hometown in Guzhang county, embarking on (开始) a new journey as a video blogger. “Back in 2012, when I was a college student, film-making aroused my passion, and it has continued to be a profound and enduring interest,” he said.
Following in his uncle’s footsteps, Xiang Hong made the same life-altering decision. Having graduated from college last year, he also returned to his hometown in April from Changde, a city in Hunan, and ventured into the world of video production alongside his uncle.
Now their video channel Shan Bai has attracted more than 59.8 million followers. Xiang Qing conceptualizes, films, and edits the videos himself. Xiang Hong serves as the video presenter. Long Lingling, Xiang Qing’s wife, manages the day-to-day operations of the video account, and other family members also contribute to the video production process in different ways.
4. Why do Xiang Qing and Xiang Hong take video bloggers as their career
A. To pursue personal fame and wealth.
B. To financially support their whole family.
C. To continue their passion for film-making.
D. To promote the lifestyle in their hometown.
5. What can we learn about Xiang Qing and Xiang Hong
A. Xiang Qing inspires Xiang Hong in career-making.
B. They quit their first job and altered to video making.
C. They reached a decision of returning to hometown together.
D. They engage in each step of the video production process.
6. Which of the following can best describe Xiang Qing and Xiang Hong
A. Devoted and creative. B. Diligent and optimistic.
C. Modest and responsible. D. Ambitious and demanding.
7. Where is the text most probably taken from
A. A personal diary. B. A news interview.
C. A travel brochure. D. A fashion magazine.
【答案】4 D 5. A 6. A 7. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇新闻报道。文章介绍了新时代的农民的一种新生活方式：做视频博主宣传自己的家乡。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“‘Life here unfolds at its own pace. We cultivate crops and vegetables and occasionally purchase meat at the market,’ Xiang Qing said. ‘I’ve come across numerous comments from people who watch our videos while lying in bed at night after a busy day of work, finding them truly relaxing and comforting. I think it’s fantastic, and it’s in line with our initial intentions.’(‘这里的生活以它自己的节奏展开。我们会种植农作物和蔬菜，偶尔也会在市场上买肉。’向清说，‘我看到很多人的评论，他们在忙碌的一天工作之后，晚上躺在床上看了我们的视频，觉得真的很放松和治愈。我认为这太棒了，这也符合我们最初的意图。’)”可知，他们成为视频博主的原因是为了推广自己家乡的生活方式，让观众们也能从视频中感受他们的日常生活，并获得一些放松的体验。故选D项。
【5题详解】
细节理解题。根据第五段中的“Following in his uncle’s footsteps, Xiang Hong made the same life-altering decision.(Xiang Hong跟随他叔叔的脚步，做出了同样的改变人生的决定)”可知，向洪受叔叔向清的影响，也选择了同样的职业。故选A项。
【6题详解】
推理判断题。根据全文内容，结合第一段“In this new digital era, farmers are finding ways to evolve with the times while still holding fast to their traditions.(在这个新的数字时代，农民们正在寻找与时俱进的方法，同时仍然坚持自己的传统)”、第四段中“‘Back in 2012, when I was a college student, film-making aroused my passion, and it has continued to be a profound and enduring interest,’ he said.(‘2012年，当我还是一名大学生的时候，电影制作就激发了我的激情，它一直是我深刻而持久的兴趣，’他说)”和最后一段中“Now their video channel Shan Bai has attracted more than 59.8 million followers. Xiang Qing conceptualizes, films, and edits the videos himself. Xiang Hong serves as the video presenter.(现在，他们的视频频道Shan Bai已经吸引了5980多万粉丝。向清自己构思、拍摄和编辑视频。向洪担任视频主持人)”可知，向清和向洪选择了一条创新的道路来推广家乡，同时从他们对自己所做的视频的描述中，可以看出来他们是专心致力于这个工作并享受其中。故选A项。
【7题详解】
推理判断题。根据全文内容，结合第二段中“Xiang Qing and his 23-year-old nephew, Xiang Hong, jointly operate a video channel called ‘Shan Bai’. Through their videos, they showcase handicrafts and rural life in China, captivating (迷住) many young urban viewers.(向清和他23岁的侄子向洪共同经营一个名为‘Shan Bai’的视频频道。通过他们的视频，他们展示了中国的手工艺品和农村生活，吸引了许多年轻的城市观众)”可知，文中是对于他们生活和工作方式的介绍，中间还有他们的自述。由此推知，本文最有可能的来源是新闻访谈。故选B项。
C
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in educational technology (EdTech) has brought incomparable convenience and efficiency to classrooms worldwide. However, despite these advancements, it is crucial to recognize the challenges these AI-driven tools pose to the autonomy and professional judgment of instructors.
One of its primary concerns is the depersonalization of instruction. These tools often rely on pre-packaged digital content and standardized solutions, leaving insufficient room for instructors to tailor their teaching methods. Each student possesses unique characteristics. Instructors, armed with their wealth of experience and knowledge, are best positioned to tailor their approaches to these individual needs. However, AI-driven tools restrict their ability to do so effectively, resulting in a one-size-fits-all approach that fails to inspire students to reach their maximum potential.
EdTech companies offer step-by-step solutions to textbook problems. These are intended to act as study aids. However, some students employ this feature as a means to merely copy solutions without comprehending concepts. Consequently, instances of cheating on assignments and exams become widespread. While these tools may offer convenience, students may use external resources or cooperate with others during quizzes, affecting the honesty of their learning outcomes.
The implications of this depersonalization and the increase in academic dishonesty are far-reaching. By decreasing the role of instructors as facilitators of meaningful educational interactions, we run the risk of preventing the growth of critical thinking and problem-solving skills among students. Education should not only focus on knowledge acquisition, but should also develop the ability to analyze, evaluate, and apply that knowledge in real-world contexts. It should help one’s mind grow, not simply memorize information. Through dynamic classroom discussions, cooperative projects, and hands-on activities, instructors play a crucial role in developing these essential skills.
While AI-driven EdTech tools undeniably have their virtues, we must not lose sight of the importance of preserving instructor autonomy and educational experience. Instead of relying only on pre-packaged content and standardized solutions, these tools should be designed to empower instructors to adapt and customize their approaches while taking full advantage of the benefits of technology.
8. What do the underlined words “the depersonalization of instruction” in paragraph 2 refer to
A. Tailored methods for individuals. B. Instructors’ dependence on Al.
C. Insufficient resources of Al-driven tools. D. The one-size-fits-all approach.
9. What is paragraph 3 mainly about
A. A possible solution.
B. A further problem.
C. A well-meant intention.
D. A suggested application
10. In what aspect do students suffer most with AI-driven EdTech education
A. Thinking skills. B. Teamwork building.
C. Interest development. D. Knowledge acquisition.
11. What is conveyed about Al-driven EdTech tools in the last paragraph
A. They should be used widely.
B. Their benefits deserve our attention.
C. Their resources need enriching.
D. They should support instructor autonomy.
【答案】8. D 9. B 10. A 11. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了人工智能与教育技术的融合为世界各地的课堂带来了无与伦比的便利和效率。然而，尽管取得了这些进步，但认识到这些人工智能驱动的工具对教师的自主性和专业判断构成的挑战至关重要。
【8题详解】
词句猜测题。根据划线词下文“Each student possesses unique characteristics. Instructors, armed with their wealth of experience and knowledge, are best positioned to tailor their approaches to these individual needs. However, AI-driven tools restrict their ability to do so effectively, resulting in a one-size-fits-all approach that fails to inspire students to reach their maximum potential. (每个学生都有自己独特的特点。教师拥有丰富的经验和知识，最适合为这些个人需求量身定制他们的方法。然而，人工智能驱动的工具限制了他们有效地做到这一点的能力，导致一刀切的方法无法激发学生发挥最大潜力)”可知，每个学生都有自己独特的特点，人工智能采用一刀切的方法无法激发学生发挥最大潜力。由此可知，划线词组the depersonalization of instruction (教学的去人格化)指的是The one-size-fits-all approach (一刀切的方法)。故选D。
【9题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第三段中的“However, some students employ this feature as a means to merely copy solutions without comprehending concepts. Consequently, instances of cheating on assignments and exams become widespread. While these tools may offer convenience, students may use external resources or cooperate with others during quizzes, affecting the honesty of their learning outcomes. (然而，一些学生利用这一特点作为一种手段，只是复制解决方案，而不理解概念。因此，在作业和考试中作弊的情况变得普遍。虽然这些工具提供了便利，但学生可能会在测试过程中使用外部资源或与他人合作，从而影响他们学习成果的诚实)”可知，第三段主要介绍了另一个问题。故选B。
【10题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段中的“By decreasing the role of instructors as facilitators of meaningful educational interactions, we run the risk of preventing the growth of critical thinking and problem-solving skills among students. Education should not only focus on knowledge acquisition, but should also develop the ability to analyze, evaluate, and apply that knowledge in real-world contexts. It should help one’s mind grow, not simply memorize information. (通过减少教师作为有意义的教育互动促进者的角色，我们冒着阻碍学生批判性思维和解决问题技能发展的风险。教育不应该只关注知识的获取，还应该培养分析、评价和在现实环境中应用知识的能力。它应该帮助一个人的思维成长，而不仅仅是记忆信息)”可推知，在人工智能驱动的EdTech教育中，学生在思维能力方面受到的影响最大。故选A。
【11题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“While AI-driven EdTech tools undeniably have their virtues, we must not lose sight of the importance of preserving instructor autonomy and educational experience. Instead of relying only on pre-packaged content and standardized solutions, these tools should be designed to empower instructors to adapt and customize their approaches while taking full advantage of the benefits of technology. (虽然人工智能驱动的教育技术工具无可否认有其优点，但我们不能忽视保留教师自主权和教育经验的重要性。这些工具的设计不应仅仅依赖于预先打包的内容和标准化的解决方案，而应使教师能够在充分利用技术优势的同时适应和定制他们的方法)”可推知，人工智能驱动的教育技术工具应该支持教师的自主权。故选D。
D
Ancient builders across the world created structures that are still standing today, thousands of years later. Yet the concrete that makes up much of our modern world has a lifespan of around 50 to 100 years. A growing number of scientists have been studying materials from long-ago eras, hoping to uncover how they’ve held up for millennia.
Many researchers have turned to the Romans for inspiration. Starting around 200 BCE the architects of the Roman Empire were building impressive concrete structures that have stood the test of time. Even in harbors, where seawater has been battering structures for ages, you’ll find concrete basically the way it was when it was poured 2,000 years ago. Most modern concrete starts with Portland cement, a powder made by heating limestone and clay to super-high temperatures and crushing them. That cement is mixed with water to create a chemically reactive paste. Then, blocks of material like rock and gravel are added, and the cement paste mixes them into a concrete mass. According to records from ancient architects, the Roman process was similar. The ancient builders mixed materials like burnt limestone and volcanic sand with water and gravel, creating chemical reactions to stick everything together.
In a study published earlier this year, Admir Masic, a civil and environmental engineer, proposed that this power comes from blocks of lime that are scattered throughout the Roman material instead of being mixed in evenly. Researchers used to think these blocks were a sign that the Romans weren’t mixing up their materials well enough. Instead, after analyzing concrete samples from Privernum—an ancient city outside of Rome — the scientists found that the blocks could fuel the material’s “self-healing” abilities. When cracks form, water is able to flow into the concrete, Masic explained. That water activates the leftover lime, leading to new chemical reactions that can fill in the damaged sections.
The ancient architectures suggested using extracts from local chukum and jiote trees in the lime mix. When researchers tested out the recipe, they found the resulting plaster was especially durable against physical and chemical damage.
Studies have found all kinds of natural materials mixed into structures from long ago: fruit extracts, milk, cheese curd, beer, even dung and urine. The paste that holds together some of China’s most famous structures—including the Great Wall and the Forbidden City — includes traces of sticky rice.
“Some of these ancient builders might have just gotten lucky”, said Cecilia Pesce, a materials scientist at the University of Sheffield in England, “They’d throw just about anything into their mixes, as long as it was cheap and available.”
Today’s builders can’t just copy the ancient recipes. Even though Roman concrete lasted a longtime, it couldn’t hold up heavy loads: “You couldn’t build a modern skyscraper with Roman concrete,” Cecilia said. “It would collapse.” Instead, researchers are trying to take some of the ancient material’s specialties and add them into modern mixes.
12. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage
A. Lime blocks in Roman concrete indicate poor mixing of materials.
B. Ancient Roman concrete structures have witnessed a long history.
C. Modern builders are confused about the Roman method of construction.
D. The concrete used in modern structures has a lifespan of over 200 years.
13. What is proposed as a possible explanation for the self-healing abilities of Roman concrete
A. The uniform mixing of lime in the concrete.
B. The use of extracts from chukum and jiote trees.
C. The addition of whatever was within reach in the mix.
D. The scattering of blocks of lime throughout the material.
14. The passage mentions that today’s builders can’t simply copy ancient recipes because ______.
A. ancient recipes were not well-documented
B. ancient materials were too expensive
C. ancient materials couldn’t hold up heavy loads
D. ancient builders used materials that are no longer available
15. According to the passage, why do some researchers believe ancient builders included various natural materials in their mixes
A. To enhance the beauty of the structures.
B. To make the construction process more cost-effective.
C. To create structures that were resistant to chemical damage.
D. To follow ancient traditions without considering effectiveness.
【答案】12. B 13. D 14. C 15. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了世界各地的古代建筑者所建造的建筑在几千年后的今天仍然屹立不倒的原因。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Starting around 200 BCE, the architects of the Roman Empire were building impressive concrete structures that have stood the test of time. Even in harbors, where seawater has been battering structures for ages, you’ll find concrete basically the way it was when it was poured 2,000 years ago.(从公元前200年左右开始，罗马帝国的建筑师们开始建造令人印象深刻的混凝土结构，这些结构经受住了时间的考验。即使是在海港里，海水冲刷建筑物已经有很长时间了，你也会发现混凝土基本上还是2000年前浇筑时的样子)”可知，古罗马混凝土结构见证了悠久的历史。故选B。
【13题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“In a study published earlier this year, Admir Masic, a civil and environmental engineer, proposed that this power comes from blocks of lime that are scattered throughout the Roman material instead of being mixed in evenly. Researchers used to think these blocks were a sign that the Romans weren’t mixing up their materials well enough. Instead, after analyzing concrete samples from Privernum — an ancient city outside of Rome — the scientists found that the blocks could fuel the material’s “self-healing” abilities. When cracks form, water is able to flow into the concrete, Masic explained. That water activates the leftover lime, leading to new chemical reactions that can fill in the damaged sections. (在今年早些时候发表的一项研究中，土木和环境工程师Admir Masic提出，这种能量来自分散在罗马材料中的石灰块，而不是均匀混合在一起。研究人员过去认为，这些石块表明罗马人没有很好地混合材料。相反，在分析了Privernum——罗马以外的一个古老城市——的混凝土样本后，科学家们发现这些砖块可以促进材料的“自我修复”能力。Masic解释说，当裂缝形成时，水就会流入混凝土中。这些水激活了剩余的石灰，导致新的化学反应，可以填补受损的部分)”可知，遍布材料的石灰块使得罗马混凝土具有自我修复的能力。故选D。
【14题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一段中的“Even though Roman concrete lasted a longtime, it couldn’t hold up heavy loads: “You couldn’t build a modern skyscraper with Roman concrete,” Cecilia said. “It would collapse.”(尽管罗马混凝土使用了很长时间，但它无法承受沉重的负荷:“你无法用罗马混凝土建造一座现代摩天大楼，”塞西莉亚说。“它会崩溃。”)”可知，今天的建造者不能简单地复制古代的方法，因为古代的材料不能承受沉重的负荷。故选C。
【15题详解】
推理判断题。根据倒数第二段““Some of these ancient builders might have just gotten lucky”, said Cecilia Pesce, a materials scientist at the University of Sheffield in England, “They’d throw just about anything into their mixes, as long as it was cheap and available.”(英国谢菲尔德大学的材料科学家Cecilia Pesce说：“一些古代建造者可能只是运气好，他们会把任何东西都扔进混合物里，只要便宜、容易买到。”)”可推知，一些研究人员认为，古代建筑者在他们的混合物中加入了各种天然材料，以使施工过程更具成本效益。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。
24 Solar Terms: 8 things you may not know about Frost’s Descent
The traditional Chinese lunar calendar divides the year into 24 solar terms. Frost’s Descent (霜降), the 18th solar term of the year, begins this year on Oct 23 and ends on Nov 6. ____16____, during which time the weather becomes much colder than before and frost begins to appear. Here are four things you should know about Frost’s Descent.
Frosty autumn
____17____. During Frost’s Descent, frost begins to appear. But in the lower reaches of the Yellow River region, frost first appears in late October or early November. As Frost’s Descent comes, the world is filled with the atmosphere of late autumn.
Eating fruit
Eating persimmons during Frost’s Descent can help people resist the cold and protect their bones. In the countryside, people believe that their lips will crack if they don’t eat persimmons during this period. The apple is one kind of recommended fruit during Frost’s Descent. Apples can moisten the lungs, quench one’s thirst and help one’s digestion.____18____. It can promote the secretion of body liquids, clear away heat and reduce sputum.
Eating duck
It’s a custom to eat duck on the first day of Frost’s Descent in south Fujian province. There is a saying in Fujian which goes, “Even nourishing all year is not as good as nourishing the human body on the first day of Frost’s Descent.”____19____.
____20____
People in areas such as Daxin county in Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region celebrate the first day of Frost’s Descent. In the Frost’s Descent Festival, the Zhuang people offer sacrifices, dance and sing folk songs. With a history of more than 360 years, the festival is to commemorate Cen Yuyin, a heroine in battles against foreign aggression.
A. Eating chestnuts
B. Frost’s Descent Festival
C. But eating too many could be harmful
D. Frost’s Descent is the last solar term of autumn
E. Eating duck is a way for people there to gain weight
F. The pear is another recommended fruit during Frost’s Descent
G. Frost consists of white ice crystals of frozen water vapor near the ground
【答案】16. D 17. G 18. F 19. C 20. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。作者介绍了秋天的最后一个节气霜降的时间，特点以及习俗。
【16题详解】
根据前文“The traditional Chinese lunar calendar divides the year into 24 solar terms. Frost’s Descent (霜降), the 18th solar term of the year, begins this year on Oct 23 and ends on Nov 6. (中国传统的农历把一年分为24个节气。霜降，一年中的第18个节气，从今年10月23日开始，到11月6日结束) ”以及后半句“during which time the weather becomes much colder than before and frost begins to appear (在此期间天气变得比以前冷得多，开始出现霜冻)”可知，D项：Frost’s Descent is the last solar term of autumn(霜降是秋天的最后一个节气)承接前文霜冻的话题，引出后句介绍霜降时天气的变化。故选D。
【17题详解】
根据后文“During Frost’s Descent, frost begins to appear. (在霜降期间，霜冻开始出现)”可知，G项：Frost consists of white ice crystals of frozen water vapor near the ground(霜是由靠近地面的水汽凝结而成的白色冰晶)符合语境，介绍霜冻的成因，故选G。
【18题详解】
根据前文“The apple is one kind of recommended fruit during Frost’s Descent. Apples can moisten the lungs, quench one’s thirst and help one’s digestion. (苹果是霜降期间推荐的水果之一。苹果可以润肺、止渴、助消化)”可知，F项：The pear is another recommended fruit during Frost’s Descent(霜降期间，梨是另一种推荐的水果)承接前文，介绍霜降期间推荐的另一种水果。故选F。
【19题详解】
根据前文“It’s a custom to eat duck on the first day of Frost’s Descent in south Fujian province. There is a saying in Fujian which goes, “Even nourishing all year is not as good as nourishing the human body on the first day of Frost’s Descent.”(在福建省南部，霜降第一天吃鸭子是一种习俗。福建有句谚语说：“即使是一年的滋养，也不如霜降第一天的滋养人体。”)”可知，C项：But eating too many could be harmful(但是吃太多可能是有害的)承接前文，与上文形成转折关系，说明不要吃太多的鸭肉，故选C。
【20题详解】
设空处概括本段内容，为本段小标题，根据后文“People in areas such as Daxin county in Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region celebrate the first day of Frost’s Descent. In the Frost’s Descent Festival, the Zhuang people offer sacrifices, dance and sing folk songs. (广西壮族自治区大新县等地的人们庆祝霜降的第一天。在霜降节，壮族人祭祀，跳舞，唱民歌。)”介绍霜降节里的活动可知，B项：Frost’s Descent Festival(霜降节)概括本段的主题。故选B。
第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题 1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I had just turned sixty-five and thirsty for a new purpose in life. One Sunday, our priest (牧师) at church ____21____ me, ”Hey, did you ever think about volunteering I’d love to have ____22____ volunteers who can mentor (指导) the teens. Think about it. “
I went home to ____23____ my husband. Then we started to meet with the youth class and join in their events. While mentoring the teenagers, I found a sense of belonging in my life. However, I never expected I’d learn something from them.
Several weeks later, when our priest asked if I’d like to be a leader at the annual summer-camp trip, I ____24____ the chance. As I started to make preparations to cope with all the possible issues, I laughed out loud and questioned whether I’d lost my ____25____ to take a week-long trip to the mountains with fifty teens.
The next day, we arrived at our destination. I had ____26____ myself for the drama that almost always troubled teen girls at camp. I prayed for and with girls in terms of their hopes and dreams, fears and choices. I became their cheerleader when they needed it.
The next morning after our arrival, the teens had free time and ____27____ riding the zip line (索道) over a deep canyon (峡谷). I didn’t share with them how ____28____ I am of heights. One boy invited me to have a try. I ____29____ refused. Another leader encouraged me, saying he could zip across the canyon together with me. Eventually, I ____30____ myself geared up, and we started the ascent (上升) to the zip line tower.____31____with encouragement, I needed to stop many times to ____32____ my breath.
Once I ____33____ my feet on the platform and the clip (索道夹) was fixed onto the zip line, suddenly I flew through the air. The leader yelled to me in cheers. I opened my eyes and suddenly sensed a touch of ____34____ settling over me. I waved to the leader and began to cheer back.
I volunteered to be a light in the lives of a group of teens, but the truth is, the ____35____ brought a new meaning to this old woman. I walked away seven years later with the best deal from the relationship.
21.
A. accused B. approached C. appreciated D. acknowledged
22.
A. former B. trained C. specialized D. mature
23.
A. convince B. argue C. remind D. suspect
24
A. put forward B. jumped at C. ruled over D. figured out
25.
A. temper B. purpose C. insight D. mind
26.
A. praised B. pressed C. presented D. prepared
27.
A. owned up to B. put up with C. signed up for D. kept up with
28.
A. terrified B. determined C. aware D. ignorant
29.
A. hardly B. violently C. instinctively D. progressively
30.
A. expected B. imagined C. enjoyed D. found
31.
A. Yet B. Even C. Then D. Also
32.
A. catch B. hold C. lose D. cease
33.
A. planted B. slipped C. wiped D. stuck
34.
A. darkness B. warmth C. peace D. horror
35.
A. inspiration B. dilemma C. episode D. thought
【答案】21. B 22. D 23. A 24. B 25. D 26. D 27. C 28. A 29. C 30. D 31. B 32. A 33. A 34. C 35. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了作者为了寻求新的人生目标，65岁时成为了一名志愿者来指导青少年。作者带领青少年参加夏令营活动，这段经历给她带来新的意义。
【21题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：一个星期天，我们教堂的牧师走近我。A. accused控告；B. approached走近；C. appreciated欣赏、感激；D. acknowledged承认。根据下一句“Hey, did you ever think about volunteering (你想过做志愿者吗？)”可知，牧师跟作者打招呼，即走近她后询问。故选B。
【22题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我希望有成熟的志愿者来指导青少年。A. former以前的；B. trained训练有素的；C. specialized专业的、专门的；D. mature成熟的。根据前文“I had just turned sixty-five”可知，作者较为年长，非常成熟。故选D。
【23题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我回家去说服我丈夫。A. convince说服、使信服；B. argue争论；C. remind提醒；D. suspect怀疑。根据下文“Then we started to meet with the youth class and join in their events.”（然后我们开始与青年班见面并参加他们的活动。）可知，作者和丈夫成为了指导青少年的志愿者，可见在牧师提出建议后，作者回家是与丈夫进行了商量，并说服丈夫一起成为了志愿者。故选A。
【24题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：几周后，当我们的牧师问我是否愿意在一年一度的夏令营旅行中担任领队时，我欣然接受了这个机会。A. put forward提出；B. jumped at欣然接受；C. ruled over统治；D. figured out算出。根据下一句“As I started to make preparations to cope with all the possible issues”可知，作者开始为夏令营旅行做准备了，说明她欣然接受了这个机会，同意担任领队。故选B。
【25题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：当我开始准备应付所有可能出现的问题时，我大声笑了起来，并质疑我是否疯了，和50个十几岁的孩子一起去山上旅行一周。A. temper脾气；B. purpose目标；C. insight洞察力；D. mind思想。根据句中“laughed out loud”和“take a week-long trip to the mountains with fifty teens”可知，作者想到自己65岁的年龄，要和50个十来岁的孩子一起去山上旅行一个星期，就觉得不可思议，很好笑，感觉自己是不是疯了。短语lose one’s mind表示“发疯、失去理智”。故选D。
【26题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我已经做好了准备，来应对夏令营里几乎总是困扰着十几岁女孩的戏剧性场面。A. praised表扬；B. pressed压；C. presented呈现、展现；D. prepared使做好准备。根据前文“As I started to make preparations to cope with all the possible issues”可知，作者已经为夏令营做好了充分的准备，以应付各种可能发生的事情，所以她也为可能会困扰女孩们的各种场面做好了准备。故选D。
【27题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：我们到达后的第二天早上，孩子们有了空闲时间，他们报名参加了在峡谷深处的高空滑索项目。A. owned up to承认；B. put up with忍受；C. signed up for报名参加；D. kept up with跟上。根据下文“One boy invited me to have a try.”及本段中对作者在滑索过程的描述可知，孩子们是报名参加了高空滑索的项目。故选C。
【28题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我没有告诉他们我有多恐高。A. terrified恐惧的；B. determined坚定的；C. aware意识到的；D. ignorant无知的。根据下文“I…refused.”和“with encouragement, I needed to stop many times to …my breath.”可知，作者一开始拒绝参加这个项目，和最后在参加过程中需要多次停下来喘口气，都说明作者非常恐高，很害怕。故选A。
【29题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：我本能地拒绝了。A. hardly几乎不；B. violently暴力地；C. instinctively本能地；D. progressively渐进地。根据“I didn’t share with them how…I am of heights.”可知，作者恐高，所以当听到学生邀请她参加高空滑索时，会本能地拒绝。故选C。
【30题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：最后，我发现自己准备好了，我们开始爬上索道塔。A. expected期待；B. imagined想象；C. enjoyed享受；D. found发现。根据句中“and we started the ascent to the zip line tower.”可知，作者最终还是参加了高空滑索项目，开始爬上索道塔，说明发现自己已经做好准备了。故选D。
【31题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：即使得到鼓励，我也需要多次停下来喘口气。A. Yet然而；B. Even甚至；C. Then然后；D. Also而且。根据句中“I needed to stop many times to…my breath.”可知，“得到鼓励”和“停下来喘口气”之间应为转折关系，故“即使……也……”符合语境。故选B。
【32题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：即使得到鼓励，我也需要多次停下来喘口气。A. catch抓住；B. hold抓住；C. lose失去；D. cease终止。根据前文“I didn’t share with them how…I am of heights.”和常识可知，作者恐高，所以在高处攀登时，会紧张到喘不上气来，需要多次停下来喘口气。短语catch one’s breath表示“喘口气”。故选A。
【33题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：当我把脚踩在平台上，把夹子固定在滑索上时，我突然在空中飞了起来。A. planted种植、稳固地放置；B. slipped滑倒，溜走；C. wiped擦掉；D. stuck粘贴、卡住。根据句中“my feet on the platform”可知，作者终于可以脚踩平台上了，可以把脚稳稳地踏在平台上。故选A。
【34题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：领队对我大声欢呼，我睁开眼睛，突然感到一种平静的感觉笼罩着我。A. darkness黑暗；B. warmth温暖；C. peace平静、和平；D. horror恐惧。根据下一句“I waved to the leader and began to cheer back.”可知，作者从开始的因为恐高而害怕，喘不上气来，到能够向领队挥手欢呼，说明作者的心里不再紧张，而是感受到了安全、和平的感觉，内心趋于平静。故选C。
【35题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我自愿成为一群青少年生命中的一束光，但事实是，这段经历给我这个老妇人带来了新的意义。A. inspiration灵感；B. dilemma困境；C. episode一段经历；D. thought想法。根据下文“brought a new meaning to this old woman”，且根据文章内容可知，本文主要讲述了作者作为志愿者，带领十来岁的孩子们参加夏令营之旅的一段经历，这段经历给作者这个65岁的老年人带来了一种新的意义。故选C。
第二节 (共10小题;每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
I am sure you have read before all about the grandness of China. I would like to talk about one of the things that impressed me most on my first-ever visit to China: parks.
Forget for a while anything you know about parks in your country. In China, they are ____36____ (total) different concepts. For me, a foreigner, they served ____37____a great metaphor (隐喻) for how a society can evolve to be modern without losing the traditional values that join it together harmoniously.
It all started with the tiny park in front of my hotel in Shenzhen. It was a small____38____beautiful park, so one day, I decided to buy some dumplings and sit on a bench there to eat them for lunch.
That’s when the magic first struck me. ____39____ immediate sense of peace and harmony enveloped me, even though I was in the middle of a large tech city. In silence, I thanked the____40____ (design) of the park for creating such an oasis (乐土), ____41____no matter how stressed one might be, one can’t feel anything but at peace.
After arriving in Beijing, I decided to experience another park, Yuyuantan. Wow. As dusk____42____(fall), couples started to get ready to dance, parents played with their kids, and enthusiasts were flying some of the most ____43____ (impress) kites I have ever seen. Then I realized that parks were not just a place____44____ (relax) but a place for one to express oneself. In the parks, people honed (磨炼) their talents, _____45_____ (experience) the pure joy of being alive. It was inspiring.
【答案】36. totally
37. as 38. but##yet
39. An 40. designer##desingers
41. where 42. fell
43. impressive
44. to relax
45. experiencing
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了一位外国友人对中国公园的认识和感受。
【36题详解】
考查副词。句意：在中国，它们是完全不同的概念。分析句子结构可知，空处修饰空后的形容词different，所以要用括号内单词的副词形式。故填totally。
【37题详解】
考查介词。句意：对我这个外国人来说，它们是一个很好的隐喻，说明一个社会如何在不失去将其和谐地联系在一起的传统价值观的情况下向现代发展。serve as是固定短语，意为“充当”。故填as。
【38题详解】
考查连词。句意：这是一个小而美丽的公园，所以有一天，我决定买一些饺子，坐在那里的长凳上吃午饭。由空前的small和空后的beautiful可知，空处前后均为形容词，且理解语境可知，此处表示“这是一个小但美丽的公园”，所以空处要用表转折的并列连词but/yet。故填but/yet。
【39题详解】
考查冠词。句意：一种和平与和谐的感觉立即笼罩着我，尽管我是在一个大型科技城市的中心。根据空后的名词词组sense of peace可知，此处泛指“一种平和的感觉”，应用不定冠词，且空后的immediate是发音以元音音素开头的单词，空处位于句首，单词首字母应大写。故填An。
【40题详解】
考查名词。句意：我默默地感谢公园的设计师们创造了这样一个绿洲，在这里，无论一个人有多大的压力，他都能感受到平静。根据空后的“for creating such an oasis (乐土)”可知，此处是thank sb for doing sth结构，应用指人的名词designer，公园的设计师可能不止一名，所以也可用名词的复数形式。故填designer/designers。
【41题详解】
考查定语从句。句意：我默默地感谢公园的设计师们创造了这样一个绿洲，在这里，无论一个人有多大的压力，他都能感受到平静。分析句子结构可知，空处引导的是非限制性定语从句，该从句的先行词是表示地点的“oasis (乐土) ”，且空处在从句中作地点状语，所以应用where引导该定语从句。故填where。
【42题详解】
考查时态。句意：随着夜幕降临，情侣们开始准备跳舞，父母们和孩子们一起玩耍，狂热的人们正在放飞一些我所见过的最令人印象深刻的风筝。分析句子结构可知，空处在从句中作谓语，因为主句中的谓语动词是started，所以从句也应用一般过去时。故填fell。
【43题详解】
考查形容词。句意：随着夜幕降临，情侣们开始准备跳舞，父母们和孩子们一起玩耍，狂热的人们正在放飞一些我所见过的最令人印象深刻的风筝。分析句子结构可知，空前有the most，空后是名词kites，所以此处要用impress的形容词形式。故填impressive。
【44题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：然后我意识到公园不仅仅是一个放松的地方，也是一个表达自己的地方。分析句子结构可知，此处用不定式充当定语，以修饰前面的名词place。故填to relax。
【45题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：在公园里，人们磨练自己的才能，体验生命的纯粹快乐。分析句子结构可知，句中已有谓语honed，空处应填非谓语动词。experience与其逻辑主语people是主谓关系，此处用现在分词充当伴随状语。故填experiencing。
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 阅读使人充实，阅读对于每个人的成长至关重要。请认真阅读下面的引言(quotation)，按要求用英语写一篇短文。
Reading makes a full man. — Francis Bacon
内容要求：
1.你对该引言的理解；
2.举例说明；
3.恰当的结尾。
注意：
1.短文开头已给出，不计入总词数；
2.文中不能出现考生的具体信息。
3.词数80左右。
As Francis Bacon puts it, “Reading makes a full man.”
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【答案】As Francis Bacon puts it, “Reading makes a full man.” It is no exaggeration to say that reading shapes what we are today.
My story of reading started when I was little. As I grew up, what touched me most was the beauty of language. The more I read, the more curious and eager I become to explore the unknown.
To put it simply, reading to me is more of a friend, a teacher and a soul-mate. Not only does reading bring me much joy but it also helps me get access to a broader world and greater minds.
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于议论文。要求考生根据题目给出的引言用英语写一篇短文，谈谈你对该引言的理解、举例说明并写一个恰当的结尾。
【详解】1.词汇积累
说：say→ announce
开始：start → get going
美：beauty→ attractiveness
帮助：help→ assist
2.句式拓展
同义句改写
原句：Reading makes a full man.
拓展句：Reading enriches a man's mind and soul, transforming him into a well-rounded individual.
【点睛】【高分句型1】It is no exaggeration to say that reading shapes what we are today.（使用了It作形式主语、动词不定式短语做主语）
【高分句型2】As I grew up, what touched me most was the beauty of language.（使用了what引导的主语从句）
第二节(满分 25 分)
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Our church congregation (集会) in Toronto has a way of assisting those who have financial difficulties without making the receiver feel shame or guilt. Money is dropped into an offering box with only the name of the receiver on the envelope. The envelopes are then distributed to those members without them knowing the name of the giver.
There came a time when my husband and I were among those in need. Both of us lost jobs at that time and there was little hope that we could be employed within a short time. Of course, out of self-esteem (自尊), we did not talk about our financial difficulty with anyone else. The only reason our children knew was that we had to cut back on many things. Still, we hoped they were not aware of the extent of our need, nor of how much their father and I were suffering because of it. We did not want to burden them with a problem they could do nothing to solve.
With time going by, our situation wasn’t improving, and my husband and I knew that we would have to look for outside help. In that cold winter, just as we reached the point of despair, our church gave us a gift envelope that had been left in the offering box. You couldn’t imagine how overjoyed we were on receiving such a very substantial amount of money, which was enough to bring us through that desperate time. We couldn’t help but wonder who had given such a generous gift. We were extremely relieved and enormously grateful. In this way, we could survive this tough period with the money. Besides, we needn’t worry about our son’s university tuition, that is, he needn’t apply for any loan because he had taken a part-time job and worked hard to earn some money since he was nine years old. He had been a paper carrier for The Toronto Star, a car washer, a dishwasher and so on. He had been careful for his small earnings so we had trusted him to leave all his wages with him instead of putting it into the bank towards his education.
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A year later, our son was applying for a student loan.
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Finally, in tears, and with great unwillingness, my son told us the truth.
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【答案】One possible version:
A year later, our son was applying for a student loan. It was then that we discovered his savings account was almost empty. What disturbed us was that he might abuse the money. Therefore, we required him to tell us where the money had gone in a very serious manner. Hesitant and wordless, he lowered his head, with hands tightly clasped and face blushing. The scene that he kept so silent like a statue fueled my anger. Countless doubts roaring in my messy mind, I exploded and yelled “tell me the truth now”.
Finally, in tears, and with great unwillingness, my son told us the truth. “I sent it to the offering box with your names”, he murmured, tears streaming down his face. His words suddenly hit me like lightening. I was glued to the spot, speechless, with a lump in my throat. The following moment witnessed me wrapping my son in my arms tightly, sobbing and apologizing. Never in my life had I been aware of my son’s love, silent but pure and deep, which had carried our family through the tough time and now warmed my life like sunshine.
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了作者和丈夫因为失业有了经济困难，幸亏得到了教会的帮助。他们可以用这笔钱度过这段艰难的时期，并且不需要担心儿子的大学学费。结果一年后发现儿子正在申请学生贷款，追问才得知儿子把自己的积蓄当作礼物送给了急需用钱的父母。
【详解】1.段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“一年后，我们的儿子正在申请学生贷款”可知，第一段可描写作者发现儿子的财务状况有异样以后的反应。
②由第二段首句内容“最后，我儿子带着极大的不甘，流着泪告诉了我们真相。”可知，第二段可描写儿子坦白积蓄放在了捐款箱里，以及作者和丈夫感动。
2.续写线索：发现储蓄账户是空的——担心钱被滥用——追问儿子——得知真相——感动
3.词汇激活
行类
①发现：discover/find
②要求：require/request/ask
③大喊：yell/shout
情绪类
①激发我的怒火：fuel my anger/arouse my annoyance
②喉咙哽咽：with a lump in my throat/with my throat tightening
【点睛】【高分句型1】What disturbed us was that he might abuse the money. （由what引导d 主语从句，that引导d 表语从句）
【高分句型2】Never in my life had I been aware of my son’s love, silent but pure and deep, which had carried our family through the tough time and now warmed my life like sunshine.（由which引导d 非限定性定语从句）
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