高二英语
时间120分钟，满分150分
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第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1. What is the weather like now
A. Cloudy. B. Rainy. C. Sunny.
2. What does Sam mean
A. He didn’t pass the exam.
B. He won’t go to the library.
C. He hasn’t finished the paper.
3. When will the conference begin this afternoon
A. At 2:00. B. At 2:15. C. At 2:30.
4. What are the speakers expecting John to do
A. Deal with something urgent.
B. Reply to their message.
C. Play a game with them.
5. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Workmates. B. Husband and wife. C. Friends.
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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。
听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7两个小题。
6. How old is the woman’s grandma turning
A. 100 years old. B. 104 years old. C. 110 years old.
7. What will the woman speaker do at the birthday party
A. Serve cakes. B. Play the piano. C. Light birthday candles.
听下面一段对话，回答第8至第10三个小题。
8. What is the man complaining about
A. The poor apartment. B. The high rent. C. The low income.
9. What is the advantage of Martin’s apartment
A. Its location. B. Its environment. C. Its transportation.
10. What will the man probably do next
A. Abandon his trip. B. Sell the apartment. C. Talk to Martin.
听下面一段对话，回答第11至第13三个小题。
11. What is the woman doing
A. Hosting a program.
B. Taking a job interview.
C. Applying for an award.
12. What are many people worried about
A. Being cheated by AI.
B. Being replaced by AI.
C. Being controlled by AI.
13. What is a possibility according to the man
A AI’s being chosen for the Grammy Award.
B. An AI-assisted song winning the Grammy Award.
C. AI elements being refused for the Grammy Award.
听下面一段对话，回答第14至第17四个小题。
14. Why is the woman interested in the Cliffs of Moher
A. It’s a story-like world.
B. It offers a sense of history.
C. It’s a shooting location of a famous film.
15. Where does the Wild Atlantic Way start from
A. Cork. B. Galway. C. Dublin.
16. What is out of the woman’s expectation
A. Galway’s natural beauty.
B. Dublin’s nightlife.
C. Ireland’s summer temperature.
17. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. A scenic spot. B. A travel plan. C. An interesting experience.
听下面一段独白，回答第18至第20三个小题。
18. What does the man think is difficult
A. Staying on budget. B. Creating a program. C. Applying for an account.
19. What does the man say about the mobile payment
A. It causes some trouble for him.
B. It enjoys increasing popularity.
C. It’s a great way to increase savings.
20. What is the man’s last suggestion
A. Sticking to the budget.
B. Keeping cash on hand.
C. Reducing unnecessary expenses.
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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
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Spain
Throw yourself into the rich culture and history of Spain. From the sunny beaches of Tenerife to the Moorish architecture (建筑物) of Andalucía, there’s so much to explore in this lively country. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage (遗产) city of La Laguna and become amazed at the beauty of Cordoba, Seville, and La Alhambra, or relax on a beach holiday to Majorca or Tenerife.
Montenegro
Despite its size, Montenegro has beautiful beaches, rich history, and a breathtaking channel. Experience the beauty of the Montenegrin coast — Dalmatia’s jewel (宝石) is the UNESCO World Heritage listed oasis of Dubrovnik, famously praised by Lord Bryon as The Pearl of the Adriatic.
Croatia
Discover the beauty that is Dubrovnik. Explore the 16th-century city’s defensive walls and red-roofed buildings. Sail along Croatia’s Adriatic Coast, where attractive villages and beautiful towns like Pula, Rovinj, and Pore are just waiting to be explored...
South Africa
Explore the wonders of South Africa, from the Garden Route’s nature reserves to the thrill of a Safari drive in the Kariega Game Reserve. Discover the different plants and animals while searching for the “Big Five” on an unforgettable South Africa holiday.
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1. What do Spain and Montenegro have in common
A. They are both praised by tourists.
B. They both have world heritage cities.
C. They are known for their architectures.
D. They both own beaches and rich history.
2. Which destination will attract people who are interested in creatures
A. Spain. B. South Africa.
C. Montenegro. D. Croatia.
3. Where is this text most likely from
A. A website. B. A guidebook.
C. A novel. D. A magazine.
【答案】1. D 2. B 3. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了2024年必去旅行目的地：西班牙、黑山、克罗地亚和南非。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据Spain部分中“Throw yourself into the rich culture and history of Spain. From the sunny beaches of Tenerife to the Moorish architecture (建筑物) of Andalucía, there’s so much to explore in this lively country.(让自己沉浸在西班牙丰富的文化和历史中。从特内里费岛阳光明媚的海滩到Andalucía的摩尔式建筑，这个充满活力的国家有很多值得探索的地方。)”以及Montenegro部分中“Despite its size, Montenegro has beautiful beaches, rich history, and a breathtaking channel. (尽管面积不大，黑山拥有美丽的海滩、丰富的历史和令人惊叹的海峡。)”可知，它们都拥有海滩和丰富的历史。故选D。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据South Africa部分中“Discover the different plants and animals while searching for the “Big Five” on an unforgettable South Africa holiday.(探索不同的植物和动物，同时寻找“五大”在一个难忘的南非假期。)”可知，对生物感兴趣的人可以来南非旅游。故选B。
【3题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段中“ If you want to know more information, please click here.( 如果您想了解更多信息，请点击这里。)”可知，本文出自于网站。故选A。
B
Adding to the achievements of a remarkable year, Taylor Swift has been named Time magazine’s Person of the Year for 2023.
Already a superstar before 2023, Swift’s career has reached new heights thanks to the beginning of her Eras Tour that brought her 3.5-hour performance to 66 shows in 23 cities across North America, Argentina and Brazil. Promoted by her tour, Swift has been named the most-streamed female artist in the history of Spotify and Apple Music. According to Billboard, the tour made about $900 million (about 6.4 billion yuan) in 2023. In addition, the tour’s movie Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour became the biggest concert movie of all time, taking more than $250 million globally.
As she was declared (宣布) a billionaire by Bloomberg in November, a hidden “Taylor Swift economy” also promoted sales for business owners across the US. From soaps to a cruise inspired by her different “eras”, interest in Swift-related products went way up.
Apart from her financial contributions, Swift made a significant cultural impact by taking back control of her music. In 2019, her old record label, Big Machine, sold the master tapes of her first six albums (专辑) to Scooter Braun. The sale meant that she didn’t have the rights to the albums. In response to this, Swift began re-recording her first six albums, tagging (加标签于) them “Taylor’s Version”. This move stressed her belief that artists deserve to own their work. “It’s all in how you deal with loss,” she told Time. “I respond to extreme pain by resisting.”
Heading into 2024, Swift will start the Eras Tour again in Japan and Australia. As USA Today noted, “Her current top has been a long time coming, but it may also be just beginning.”
4. What do we know about Taylor Swift
A. She broke a new record on her tour.
B. She toured South America before 2023.
C. Her achievements received great recognition.
D. Her performance began with the Apple Music.
5. How did Taylor Swift benefit from her Eras Tour
A. She proved herself to be an artist.
B. She learned to make some products.
C. She got rich and regained album rights.
D. She sold her master tapes to a company.
6. What can we learn about Taylor Swift from the last paragraph
A. She will end her music career.
B. She will continue her Eras Tour.
C. She will reach her top in Japan.
D. She will make a record in Australia.
7. What is the author’s attitude towards Taylor Swift
A. Admirable. B. Uncaring.
C. Doubtful. D. Critical.
【答案】4. C 5. C 6. B 7. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章介绍的是泰勒·斯威夫特（Taylor Swift）在2023年被《时代》杂志评为年度人物。以及在过去一年中在音乐方面所取得的成绩以及2024年的演唱会计划。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段中“Adding to the achievements of a remarkable year, Taylor Swift has been named Time magazine’s Person of the Year for 2023.(泰勒·斯威夫特被《时代》杂志评为2023年年度人物，为这非凡一年增添了新的成就。)”可知，泰勒·斯威夫特的成就受到了极大的认可。故选C。
【5题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段中“As she was declared (宣布) a billionaire by Bloomberg in November, a hidden “Taylor Swift economy” also promoted sales for business owners across the US. (去年11月，当她被Bloomberg宣布为亿万富翁时，一种隐藏的“泰勒·斯威夫特经济”也促进了全美企业主的销售。)”以及第四段中“Apart from her financial contributions, Swift made a significant cultural impact by taking back control of her music. (除了经济上的贡献，斯威夫特还通过重新掌控自己的音乐产生了重大的文化影响。)”可知，泰勒·斯威夫特获得了两方面的利益，一方面是获得财富变得富有，另一方面是重新掌控自己的音乐即重新获得专辑版权。故选C。
【6题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一段“Heading into 2024, Swift will start the Eras Tour again in Japan and Australia. As USA Today noted, “Her current top has been a long time coming, but it may also be just beginning.”(进入2024年，斯威夫特将再次在日本和澳大利亚开始“时代之旅”。正如《今日美国》所指出的那样，“她现在的巅峰经历了很长时间，但也可能只是刚刚开始。”)”可知，2024年，她将再次在日本和澳大利亚开始巡演，即她将继续她的巡演。故选B。
【7题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段中“Adding to the achievements of a remarkable year, Taylor Swift has been named Time magazine’s Person of the Year for 2023.(泰勒·斯威夫特被《时代》杂志评为2023年年度人物，为这非凡的一年增添了新的成就。)”以及第二段中“Already a superstar before 2023, Swift’s career has reached new heights thanks to the beginning of her Eras Tour that brought her 3.5-hour performance to 66 shows in 23 cities across North America, Argentina and Brazil.(在2023年之前，斯威夫特就已经是一个超级巨星了，她的职业生涯达到了新的高度，这要归功于她的时代巡演的开始，她在北美、阿根廷和巴西的23个城市进行了3.5小时的66场演出。)”可知，在作者看来斯威夫特是超级巨星，并且也是被评委2023年年度人物，故作者对其是非常赞赏的。A选项“Admirable.(赞赏的)”符合作者的态度。故选A。
C
Take a period of limited rainfall. Add heat. And you have what scientists call a ‘hot drought’ — dry conditions made more intense by the evaporative power of hotter temperatures.
A new study, published in the journal Science Advances, Wednesday, finds that hot droughts have become more common and severe across the western U.S. as a result of human-caused climate change. “The frequency of compound warm and dry summers particularly in the last 20 years is unprecedented,” said Karen King, lead author of the study and an assistant professor at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville.
For much of the last 20 years, western North America has been under the control of a huge drought that has strained crop producers, city planners and water managers. Scientists believe it to be the driest period in the region in at least 1,200 years. They reached that determination, in part, by studying the rings of trees collected from thousands of sites across the Western U.S..
Cross-sections or cores of trees, both living and dead, can offer scientists windows into climate conditions of the past. Dark scars can show where fires have burned. Pale rings can indicate insect outbreaks. “Narrow rings mean less water,” said King, a dendrochronologist, who specialized in tree ring dating. “Fatter rings, more water.” Scientists have looked at tree ring widths to understand how much water was in the soil at a given time. King and fellow researchers did something different. They wanted to investigate the density (密度) of individual rings to get a picture of historical temperatures. In hotter years, trees build thick walls to protect their water.
By combining that temperature data with another tree-ring-sourced dataset looking at soil moisture (湿度), the researchers showed that today’s hotter temperatures have made the current western huge drought different from its past ones.
It also suggests that future droughts will be worsened by higher temperatures, particularly in the Great Plains, home to one of the world’s largest aquifers, and the Colorado River Basin, the source of water for some 40 million people.
8. What led to hot droughts
A. Abundant rainfall. B. Climate change.
C. Appropriate temperatures. D. Dry summers.
9. What does the underlined word “strained” in paragraph 3 probably mean
A. Protected. B. Surprised. C. Stressed. D. Helped.
10. What do the researchers find about hot droughts
A. They will not happen in the future. B. They are affected by those tree rings.
C. They are similar in intensity to past droughts. D. They have become more frequent and severe.
11. What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
A. To entertain readers with a fictional story. B. To persuade readers to protect environment.
C. To inform readers of severity of hot droughts. D. To share personal experiences and reflections.
【答案】8. B 9. C 10. D 11. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了热干早的严重性，且强调了未来的热干早将会更重。
【8题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“A new study, published in the journal Science Advances, Wednesday, finds that hot droughts have become more common and severe across the western U.S. as a result of human-caused climate change.(周三发表在《科学进展》杂志上的一项新研究发现，由于人为造成的气候变化，炎热的干旱在美国西部变得更加普遍和严重)”可知，气候变化导致了炎热的干旱。故选B。
【9题详解】
词义猜测题。根据第三段“Scientists believe it to be the driest period in the region in at least 1,200 years.(科学家认为，这是该地区至少1200年来最干旱的时期)”可知，科学家认为，这是该地区至少1200年来最干旱的时期，可知严重的干旱给作物生产者、城市规划者和水资源管理者带来了压力。故划线词意思是“使受压力”故选C。
【10题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“A new study, published in the journal Science Advances, Wednesday, finds that hot droughts have become more common and severe across the western U.S. as a result of human-caused climate change.(周三发表在《科学进展》杂志上的一项新研究发现，由于人为造成的气候变化，炎热的干旱在美国西部变得更加普遍和严重)”和最后一段“It also suggests that future droughts will be worsened by higher temperatures, particularly in the Great Plains, home to one of the world’s largest aquifers, and the Colorado River Basin, the source of water for some 40 million people.(报告还表明，未来的干旱将因气温升高而加剧，尤其是在拥有世界上最大含水层之一的大平原地区，以及约4000万人的水源——科罗拉多河流域)”可知，关于炎热的干旱，研究人员发现了它们变得更加频繁和严重。故选D。
【11题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段“Take a period of limited rainfall. Add heat. And you have what scientists call a ‘hot drought’ — dry conditions made more intense by the evaporative power of hotter temperatures.(以一段雨量有限的时期为例。增加热量。科学家们称之为“热干旱”——高温的蒸发能力使干旱状况变得更加严重)”结合文章主要介绍了热干早的严重性，且强调了未来的热干早将会更重。可推知，作者写这篇文章的目的是告知读者炎热干旱的严重性。故选C。
D
The Africa Sourcing and Fashion Week held in Ethiopia in November attracted over 5,000 visitors. Though the number is not extremely high, the continent is becoming a new global fashion leader, according to a UNESCO report.
Although most African fashion businesses are small and medium-sized enterprises (企业), the report identified a growing number of high-fashion brands concentrated in key markets on the continent. What makes African fashion unique is its authenticity (真实性), according to Kenyan designer Aulga Nato. “If you check most fashion houses elsewhere in the world, they have done so much that they have less creativity in what they are putting out now. Africa, on the other hand, is rich in cloth. We are huge cotton growers, and we are rich in every single way. That’s our fashion,” she explained.
Africa is a major producer of raw materials (原材料) for the fashion industry, with 37 out of 54 African countries producing cotton and textile exports from the continent averaging $15.5 billion (about 110.2 billion yuan) a year. The continent also has a huge animal population from which it sources animal skins. However, there’s a huge shortage of chemicals to make the materials needed to treat the leather (皮革) from animals used in the clothing industry. And the continent still faces challenges related to the movement of people.
Despite these challenges, African designers are giving their best to their work and leading the world in sustainable fashion and practices. African governments have also taken measures to help designers in achieving their aims. It seems that their efforts have paid off. After checking clothing exhibits at a fashion event, Ghanaian exhibitor Solomon Dodoo noticed that every single cloth is unique and there are no two pieces of cloth that look alike.
12. What makes Africa have an unusual fashion
A. Its increasing tourism. B. Its huge cotton production.
C. A report from the UNESCO. D. The authenticity of its fashion.
13. What challenge does African fashion face
A. A great need for animal skins.
B. Lack of chemicals for treating leather.
C. The development of cotton production.
D. Shortage of creativity among designers.
14. Why do African designers overcome challenges successfully
A. They are supported by African governments.
B. They abandon unique and sustainable fashion.
C. They lead the world in the clothing industry.
D. They check clothing exhibits at a fashion event.
15. What is the best title for the text
A. African Fashion is Popular in the World
B. African Designers Face Difficulties in Fashion
C. African Countries Have Materials for the Fashion Industry
D. Africa’s Advantages Promote Its Fashion Industry’s Success
【答案】12. D 13. B 14. A 15. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍的是非洲的时尚业正在崛起，成为全球的时尚领导者。非洲的时尚业以其独特的真实性和创造力著称，尽管面临着材料和人员流动的挑战。非洲设计师正在领导可持续的时尚实践，并取得了成功。非洲政府也采取了措施来支持设计师们实现其目标。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段中“What makes African fashion unique is its authenticity (真实性), according to Kenyan designer Aulga Nato. (肯尼亚设计师奥尔加 北约表示，非洲时尚的独特之处在于它的真实性。)”可知，非洲时尚的独特之处在于它的真实性。故选D。
【13题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段中“However, there’s a huge shortage of chemicals to make the materials needed to treat the leather (皮革) from animals used in the clothing industry. And the continent still faces challenges related to the movement of people.( 然而，用于处理服装工业中使用的动物皮革所需材料的化学物质严重短缺。非洲大陆仍然面临着与人口流动有关的挑战。)”可知，非洲时尚界面临的是用于处理服装工业中使用的动物皮革所需材料的化学物质严重短缺的问题。故选B。
【14题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一段中“African governments have also taken measures to help designers in achieving their aims.(非洲各国政府也采取措施帮助设计师实现他们的目标。)”可知，非洲设计师能成功地克服挑战是因为有非洲各国政府也采取措施帮助设计师实现他们的目标，即他们被非洲政府所支持。故选A。
【15题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第二段中“What makes African fashion unique is its authenticity (真实性), according to Kenyan designer Aulga Nato. (肯尼亚设计师奥尔加 北约表示，非洲时尚的独特之处在于它的真实性。)”以及通读全文可知，文章介绍的是非洲的时尚业正在崛起，成为全球的时尚领导者。非洲的时尚业之所以成功是因为其以其独特的真实性和创造力著称。D选项“Africa’s Advantages Promote Its Fashion Industry’s Success(非洲的优势促进了时尚产业的成功)”概括文章主要内容，符合标题。故选D。
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
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Problem solving skills are increasingly valuable in the workplace. ____16____. Here’s how to improve your strategy.
Train creativity
Problem-solving at its best requires a mixture of structured analysis and out-of-the-box thinking. To train creativity, individuals must engage in activities that stimulate their imagination and encourage new perspectives (视角). Have free-flowing brainstorming meetings that allow for the exploration of various ideas without immediate judgment. ____17____.
Improve communication skills
Clear and brief communication is the key to effective problem-solving, acting as the bridge that connects various perspectives and makes individuals toward a common goal.____18____. Clearly defining the problem statement, its influences and the desired outcomes lays a solid foundation for collaborative efforts. Active listening, on the other hand, is the skill of receiving information with intent and focus. It involves not just hearing words but understanding the differences, emotions and underlying messages.
Use technology
____19____. Whether it’s data analysis, artificial intelligence or project management software, putting technology into your problem-solving toolbox can simplify processes and offer innovative solutions. By embracing technology as an enabler rather than a replacement for human decision-making, individuals can use the power of innovation to address complex challenges effectively.
____20____
Mistakes are not failures but help you become better. Each misstep provides an opportunity for reflection, learning and refining one’s approach to challenges. Analyse what went wrong, identify areas for improvement and use this knowledge to inform your future problem-solving efforts. Creating a culture that removes mistakes within a team or organization trains an environment where individuals feel comfortable admitting errors.
A. Stay informed
B. Learn from mistakes
C. Encourage yourself to think beyond the obvious
D. They could help you achieve more in your personal life too
E. Effective communication begins with expressing yourself well
F. Using tools and technology can really help solve problems better
G. Building trust among team members contributes to problem-solving
【答案】16 D 17. C 18. E 19. F 20. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了提高你解决问题能力的实用方法。
【16题详解】
根据上文“Problem solving skills are increasingly valuable in the workplace.(解决问题的能力在职场中越来越有价值)”以及后文“Here’s how to improve your strategy.(以下是如何改进你的策略)”可知，本句承接上文继续说明解决问题的能力的重要性。故D选项“它们也可以帮助你在个人生活中取得更多成就”符合语境，故选D。
【17题详解】
根据上文“Problem-solving at its best requires a mixture of structured analysis and out-of-the-box thinking. To train creativity, individuals must engage in activities that stimulate their imagination and encourage new perspectives (视角). Have free-flowing brainstorming meetings that allow for the exploration of various ideas without immediate judgment.(解决问题的最佳方式是将结构化分析和跳出常规思维结合起来。为了培养创造力，个人必须参与激发他们想象力和鼓励新观点的活动。举行自由的头脑风暴会议，在不立即做出判断的情况下探索各种想法)”可知，本段的主旨是培养创造力，故本句为本段最后一句，故承接上文，说明培养创造力的其他方法。故C选项“鼓励自己跳出表象思考问题”符合语境，故选C。
【18题详解】
根据后文“Clearly defining the problem statement, its influences and the desired outcomes lays a solid foundation for collaborative efforts.(明确定义问题陈述、其影响和期望结果为协作工作奠定了坚实的基础)”可知，后文提到了明确定义问题陈述，即本句在总结是要表达好自己。故E选项“有效的沟通始于表达好自己”符合语境，故选E。
【19题详解】
根据本段内容“Whether it’s data analysis, artificial intelligence or project management software, putting technology into your problem-solving toolbox can simplify processes and offer innovative solutions. By embracing technology as an enabler rather than a replacement for human decision-making, individuals can use the power of innovation to address complex challenges effectively.(无论是数据分析、人工智能还是项目管理软件，将技术放入解决问题的工具箱中可以简化流程并提供创新的解决方案。通过接受技术作为人类决策的推动者而不是替代品，个人可以利用创新的力量有效地应对复杂的挑战)”可知，本段的主旨是使用技术，故本句说明使用技术的原因。故F选项“使用工具和技术确实有助于更好地解决问题”符合语境，故选F。
【20题详解】
根据本段内容“Mistakes are not failures but help you become better. Each misstep provides an opportunity for reflection, learning and refining one’s approach to challenges. Analyse what went wrong, identify areas for improvement and use this knowledge to inform your future problem-solving efforts. Creating a culture that removes mistakes within a team or organization trains an environment where individuals feel comfortable admitting errors.(错误不是失败，而是帮助你变得更好。每一次失误都提供了一个反思、学习和改进自己应对挑战的机会。分析出了什么问题，找出需要改进的地方，并利用这些知识为你未来解决问题的努力提供信息。在团队或组织中创造一种消除错误的文化，培养一种让个人愿意承认错误的环境)”可知，后文提到了“每一次失误都提供了一个反思、学习和改进自己应对挑战的机会”，即从错误中学习，B选项中mistakes对应后文Mistakes。故B选项“从错误中学习”符合语境，故选B。
第三部分 语言知识运用(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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
The doorbell rang one mid-December evening. I frequently had unexpected visitors in those early days after my husband’s ____21____. But when my 6-year-old son opened the door, nobody was there. ____22____, on the doormat was a box, tied with a silver ____23____ and a note that said “On the First Day of Christmas...” A mystery.
Sam had died that fall, ____24____ me the single parent of our two boys, 6 and 8. My sons and I had already ____25____ to deal with Halloween, and Thanksgiving without Daddy. Still, I was afraid of Christmas. How could December have ____26____ without my husband
The next night, the doorbell rang again. Another ____27____ came, decorated with the same silver ribbon (带子) and ____28____ the same card reading “On the Second Day of Christmas...”
For the next couple of nights, my boys waited near the front door to see who was leaving the gifts, but the bearer would always choose the moment they left to ____29____.
I didn’t know who the secret Santa was. But there was one thing I did know. In those dark days of ____30____, somebody was shining a light our way with a simple but ____31____ message: “You are loved.” It was such a strange feeling, to be left in darkness on the one hand and drawn so firmly toward ____32____ on the other. I believe hope will make a(n) ____33____.
After 11 days of offerings, we weren’t sure what to ____34____ when we approached home on that 12th night. I trusted there would be ____35____.
21. A. promotion B. death C. retirement D. operation
22. A. Otherwise B. Besides C. Instead D. Therefore
23. A. rope B. paper C. flower D. ribbon
24. A. leaving B. finding C. naming D. considering
25. A. agreed B. planned C. managed D. promised
26. A. arrived B. returned C. ended D. escaped
27. A. book B. toy C. box D. pet
28. A. designing B. including C. showing D. making
29. A. get through B. set off C. move on D. turn up
30. A. regret B. sadness C. anger D. disappointment
31. A. annoying B. funny C. urgent D. powerful
32. A. dream B. light C. future D. home
33. A. difference B. effort C. comparison D. contribution
34. A. support B. offer C. expect D. appreciate
35. A. something B. nothing C. anything D. everything
【答案】21. B 22. C 23. D 24. A 25. C 26. A 27. C 28. B 29. D 30. B 31. D 32. B 33. A 34. C 35. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了一个作者在丈夫去世后，她和两个儿子在圣诞节期间收到了一系列神秘的礼物，给她们带来了温暖和希望。她们不知道是谁送的礼物，但通过这些礼物，她们感受到了自己被爱的感觉。
【21题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：在我丈夫去世后的最初几天里，我经常有不速之客。A. promotion晋升；B. death死亡；C. retirement退休；D. operation手术。根据“Sam had died that fall”可知，作者的丈夫去世了。故选B。
【22题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：然而，门垫上却放着一个被银丝带包装好的盒子，上面附着一张纸条，上面写着“圣诞节的第一天……”一个谜团。A. Otherwise否则；B. Besides此外；C. Instead反而；D. Therefore因此。根据“nobody was there.”可知，虽然门铃响了，可是开门之后却没有人，反而会有一个包装好的盒子。故选C。
【23题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：同上。A. rope绳子；B. paper纸；C. flower花；D. ribbon丝带。根据“on the doormat was a box, tied with a silver”可知，门口放置的是一个被银丝带包装好的盒子。故选D。
【24题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：山姆在那年秋天去世了，留下我独自抚养两个儿子，一个6岁，一个8岁。A. leaving留下；B. finding找到；C. naming命名；D. considering考虑。根据“me the single parent of our two boys, 6 and 8.”可知，丈夫的去世留下作者独自抚养两个儿子。故选A。
【25题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我的儿子和我已经成功度过了没有爸爸的万圣节和感恩节。A. agreed同意；B. planned计划；C. managed做成；D. promised承诺。根据“to deal with Halloween, and Thanksgiving without Daddy.”可知，作者的儿子和自己已经成功度过了没有爸爸的万圣节和感恩节。故选C。
【26题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：尽管如此，我还是害怕圣诞节。12月怎么能没有我丈夫呢？A. arrived到达；B. returned返回；C. ended结束；D. escaped逃脱。根据“How could December”可知，圣诞节即将到来，故12月份的到来让作者感到害怕，因为丈夫的不在。故选A。
【27题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：又来了一个盒子，上面装饰着同样的银丝带，上面写着同样的卡片：“在圣诞节的第二天……”A. book书；B. toy玩具；C. box盒子；D. pet宠物。根据“on the doormat was a box”可知，这一次又是一个盒子。故选C。
【28题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：同上。A. designing设计；B. including包括；C. showing展示；D. making制作。根据“the same card”可知，又来了一个盒子，上面装饰着同样的银丝带，上面包含着与第一次一样的卡片。故选B。
【29题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：接下来的几个晚上，我的儿子们在前门附近等着看是谁留下了礼物，但拿礼物的人总是选择在他们离开的时候出现。A. get through度过；B. set off出发；C. move on继续前进；D. turn up出现。根据“but the bearer would always choose the moment they left to”可知，儿子们在前门附近等着看是谁留下了礼物，但拿礼物的人总是选择在他们离开的时候出现。故选D。
【30题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：在那些悲伤的黑暗日子里，有人用一个简单但有力的信息为我们照亮了道路：“你被爱着。”A. regret后悔；B. sadness悲伤；C. anger愤怒；D. disappointment失望。根据“Sam had died that fall”以及“Still, I was afraid of Christmas. How could December have ____6____ without my husband ”可知，丈夫去世对作者来说是悲伤的黑暗的日子。故选B。
【31题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：同上。A. annoying讨厌的；B. funny有趣的；C. urgent紧急的；D. powerful强大的。根据“somebody was shining a light our way with a simple but”可知，虽然陌生人留下了简单的但是有力的信息为作者一家人照亮了道路，前后构成转折关系。故选D。
【32题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：这是一种多么奇怪的感觉，一方面被留在黑暗中，另一方面又被牢牢地拉向光明。A. dream梦想；B. light光亮的；C. future未来的；D. home家。根据“in darkness on the one hand”可知，此处构成对比即一方面被留在黑暗中，另一方面又被牢牢地拉向光明。故选B。
【33题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我相信希望会起作用。A. difference差别；B. effort努力；C. comparison比较；D. contribution贡献。根据“hope”可知，作者相信希望会起作用。故选A。
【34题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：经过11天的提供（礼物赠送），我们不确定在第12个晚上回到家时会发生什么。A. support支持；B. offer提供；C. expect期望，预计；D. appreciate感激。根据“we weren’t sure”可知，作者一家人不确定在第12个晚上回到家时会发生什么。故选C。
【35题详解】
考查不定代词词义辨析。句意：我相信一定会有某些东西。A. something某物；B. nothing没有东西；C. anything任何东西；D. everything一切事。根据“After 11 days of offerings”可知，因为连续11天有人为作者家人赠送礼物，因此作者相信第12天一定也会有东西在门口。故选A。
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。
As the Year of the Dragon approached, sales of products with dragon elements have seen explosive ____36____ (grow) on major e-commerce platforms. Dragon, or long in Chinese, ____37____ (consider) as an important symbol of Chinese traditional culture, is believed to bring good luck and fortune.
Since January, products with dragon-themed elements, such as clothing, daily necessities and gold jewelry ____38____ (gain) popularity. Items such as red envelopes, mobile phone cases designed for the Chinese Year of the Dragon have also been favored by consumers, and____39____ (they) sales have surpassed those in the Year of the Rabbit last year.
Chinese consumers who buy dragon-themed goods are hoping ____40____ (live) a better life in the new year and displaying a strong sense ____41____ national pride and confidence in Chinese culture. The rich cultural meanings and the good wishes ____42____ the dragon carries have not only stimulated people’s passion for buying, but also satisfied their rising demand for personalized and ____43____ (create) products with unique cultural symbols.
Spring Festival is the traditional festival Chinese people attach the most importance to, and it’s also ___44___ peak season for consumption. The shopping craze for dragon-related products ahead of Lunar New Year is essential for ____45____ (promote) the recovery of the consumer market.
【答案】36. growth
37. considered
38. have gained
39. their 40. to live
41. of 42. that##which
43. creative
44. a 45. promoting
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了中国消费者在即将到来的龙年购买带有龙元素的产品热潮，展示了对中国传统文化的自豪感和信心。这种热潮不仅满足了消费者对具有个性化和独特文化象征的产品的需求，也对促进消费市场的复苏起到了重要作用。
【36题详解】
考查名词。句意：随着龙年的临近，在各大电商平台上，龙元素产品的销量呈现爆发式增长。分析句子，此处需要用名词来作宾语，growth“增长”不可数。故填growth。
【37题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：龙被认为是中国传统文化重要象征，被认为能带来好运和财富。分析句子，句中谓语动词为 is believed，因此空格处应考虑填非谓语动词，其逻辑主语为Dragon与consider之间是被动关系，故使用过去分词。故填considered。
【38题详解】
考查动词的时态。句意：自1月以来，服装、日用品和黄金珠宝等以龙为主题的产品受到了欢迎。空格处作谓语，根据时间状语Since可知，应用现在完成时，主语products为名词的复数形式，助动词用have。故填have gained。
【39题详解】
考查代词。句意：为中国龙年设计的红包、手机壳等物品也受到了消费者的青睐，去年的销量超过了兔年。分析句子，此处名词sales前用形容词性物主代词修饰。故填their。
【40题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：购买龙主题商品的中国消费者希望在新的一年里过上更好的生活，并表现出强烈的民族自豪感和对中国文化的信心。hope to do“希望做某事”固定搭配，不定式作宾语。故填to live。
【41题详解】
考查介词。句意同上。a sense of为固定短语，意为“……感”。故填of。
【42题详解】
考查定语从句。句意：龙所承载的丰富的文化内涵和美好的祝愿，不仅激发了人们的购买热情，也满足了人们对具有独特文化符号的个性化和创意产品日益增长的需求。分析句子，设空处引导的是定语从句，修饰指物的先行词The rich cultural meanings and the good wishes，引导词在从句中作carries的宾语，应用关系代词which/that。故用that/which。
【43题详解】
考查形容词。句意同上。分析句子，设空处使用create的形容词creative作定语，与前文的personalized构成并列关系。故填creative。
【44题详解】
考查冠词。句意：春节是中国人最重视的传统节日，也是一个消费旺季。句中的peak season为可数名词，此处表示泛指，故使用不定冠词，同时修饰词peak首字母为辅音音素。故填a。
【45题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：春节前对与龙相关的产品的购买热潮对促进消费市场的复苏至关重要。因为在介词for后，故要用动名词作宾语。故填promoting。
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 你校英文报正在开展题为“记一次家务劳动”的征文活动，请你写一篇短文投稿，内容包括：
1. 劳动的内容和过程;
2. 你的感受与收获。
注意：
1. 词数80左右;
2. 题目已为你写好。
An experience of doing housework
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【答案】An experience of doing housework
Last weekend, I had the opportunity to do some housework at home. The tasks included cleaning the rooms, doing laundry, and washing the plate. It was a challenging but fulfilling experience.
First, I started by tidying up the living room and bedrooms. Then, I moved on to the kitchen, where I washed and put away the plate After that, I tackled the pile of laundry, sorting, washing, and folding the clothes.
Throughout the process, I realized the importance of cleanliness and organization in creating a comfortable living environment. It was also a valuable lesson in responsibility and taking care of my own space.
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。校英文报正在开展题为“记一次家务劳动”的征文活动，要求考生写一篇短文投稿。
【详解】1.词汇积累
机会：opportunity→chance
艰难的：challenging→tough
首先：first → first and foremost
有价值的：valuable→ precious
2.句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句：Last weekend, I had the opportunity to do some housework at home.
拓展句：Last weekend, I had the opportunity to do some housework at home, which made me gain a lot.
【点睛】【高分句型1】Then, I moved on to the kitchen, where I washed and put away the plates.（运用了where引导的非限制性定语从句）
【高分句型2】I realized the importance of cleanliness and organization in creating a comfortable living environment. （运用了动名词作宾语的结构）
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。
A lesson from my sister
My elder sister was different. She was socially awkward. She could not look at people in the eye. She would mumble (嘟哝) to herself and repeat the words she had just said. The child psychologist had termed it as “Asperger Syndrome”.
She, however, was academically capable. Therefore, we attended the same primary school. Despite this, I never, ever admitted in public that she was my sister. There was one incident, however, that changed how I viewed my sister. It was the incident that changed me.
Being in primary six, about to graduate, the school had made it a must for everyone to perform. Due to my sister’s inability to work together with others, she had to do it individually.
“I’ll sing,” my sister told my parents confidently. Hearing that, I was completely shocked. How could my sister, who was socially awkward, sing in front of the school I knew so well that if this happened, she would surely embarrass me.
Silently I prayed I would not have to watch my sister disgrace herself. It is fine. No one knows she is your sister. I remember telling myself these exact lines as I sat in the hall, waiting for the performances to start.
The lights dimmed and the curtains parted to reveal the only solo — my sister. It took about a whole minute for her to speak out her name and class and by that time, whispers were heard in the audience. “Why is she taking so long ” People around me asked. I sat nervously in my seat, wishing I were somewhere else.
注意：
1. 所续写短文的总词数应为120左右;
2. 续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好。
Paragraph 1
Finally my sister started to sing.
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Paragraph 2
Guilt (内疚) and shame filled my heart as I listened to my sister’s wonderful singing.
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【答案】Paragraph 1
Finally my sister started to sing. I was prepared for the worst. She opened her mouth, and I was shocked — she sang effortlessly and melodiously. Her voice rang naturally through the hall, beautiful in its power. I listened ever so carefully to the lyrics that she had composed all by herself and wondered — how did I not know that my sister could sing like an angel
Paragraph 2
Guilt (内疚) and shame filled my heart as I listened to my sister’s wonderful singing. I realized that I had been so wrong. She was socially awkward yet so gifted. How could I have doubted my sister’s abilities She taught me a lesson that I should not judge a person from just one perspective. Although she knew that I was embarrassed by her and was unwilling to attend her concert, she had never taken it to heart. It was then that I was determined to love her unconditionally and tell everybody that she was my sister.
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，这篇文章主要讲述了作者和姐姐之间的故事。姐姐有一种社交障碍，但在学术上很有能力。有一次在学校演出中，她独自唱歌，让作者震惊地发现她的歌声非常美妙。作者感到内疚和羞愧，意识到自己之前的误解。从那以后，作者决定无条件地爱她并公开承认她是自己的姐姐。
【详解】1.段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“最后我姐姐开始唱歌”可知，第一段可描写作者的姐姐唱歌时出乎意料的优秀表现，以及作者自己的疑问。
②由第二段首句内容“当我听着姐姐美妙的歌声时，内疚和羞愧充满了我的心。”可知，第二段可描写作者自己内心的愧疚以及作者最终做出的改变。
2.续写线索：
姐姐开始歌唱——作者感到惊叹——作者感到愧疚——明白道理——接受姐姐
3.词汇激活
行为类
①知道：wonder/want to know
②意识到：realize/be aware of
③出席：attend/be present at
情绪类
①震惊：shocked/astonished
②尴尬的：awkward/embarrassed
【点睛】[高分句型1] Although she knew that I was embarrassed by her and was unwilling to attend her concert, she had never taken it to heart. （运用了由although引导让步状语从句和that引导的宾语从句）
[高分句型2] It was then that I was determined to love her unconditionally and tell everybody that she was my sister.（运用了强调句结构和that引导的宾语从句）
听力答案：1-5 ACCBB 6-10 BABAC 11-15 ABBCA 16-20 CBABC高二英语
时间120分钟，满分150分
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第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1. What is the weather like now
A. Cloudy. B. Rainy. C. Sunny.
2. What does Sam mean
A. He didn’t pass the exam.
B. He won’t go to the library.
C. He hasn’t finished the paper.
3. When will the conference begin this afternoon
A. At 2:00. B. At 2:15. C. At 2:30.
4. What are the speakers expecting John to do
A. Deal with something urgent.
B. Reply to their message.
C. Play a game with them.
5. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Workmates. B. Husband and wife. C. Friends.
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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。
听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7两个小题。
6. How old is the woman’s grandma turning
A. 100 years old. B. 104 years old. C. 110 years old.
7. What will the woman speaker do at the birthday party
A. Serve cakes. B. Play the piano. C. Light birthday candles.
听下面一段对话，回答第8至第10三个小题。
8. What is the man complaining about
A. The poor apartment. B. The high rent. C. The low income.
9. What is the advantage of Martin’s apartment
A. Its location. B. Its environment. C. Its transportation.
10. What will the man probably do next
A. Abandon his trip. B. Sell the apartment. C. Talk to Martin.
听下面一段对话，回答第11至第13三个小题。
11. What is the woman doing
A. Hosting a program.
B. Taking a job interview.
C. Applying for an award.
12. What are many people worried about
A. Being cheated by AI.
B. Being replaced by AI.
C. Being controlled by AI.
13. What is a possibility according to the man
A. AI’s being chosen for the Grammy Award.
B. An AI-assisted song winning the Grammy Award.
C. AI elements being refused for the Grammy Award.
听下面一段对话，回答第14至第17四个小题。
14. Why is the woman interested in the Cliffs of Moher
A. It’s a story-like world.
B. It offers a sense of history.
C. It’s a shooting location of a famous film.
15. Where does the Wild Atlantic Way start from
A. Cork. B. Galway. C. Dublin.
16. What is out of the woman’s expectation
A. Galway’s natural beauty.
B. Dublin’s nightlife.
C. Ireland’s summer temperature.
17. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. A scenic spot. B. A travel plan. C. An interesting experience.
听下面一段独白，回答第18至第20三个小题。
18. What does the man think is difficult
A. Staying on budget. B. Creating a program. C. Applying for an account.
19. What does the man say about the mobile payment
A. It causes some trouble for him.
B. It enjoys increasing popularity.
C. It’s a great way to increase savings.
20. What is the man’s last suggestion
A. Sticking to the budget.
B. Keeping cash on hand.
C. Reducing unnecessary expenses.
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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
Must-See Destinations in 2024
Are you ready to explore the world in 2024 Whether you dream of sailing down famous European rivers or exploring unique places, our list of must-see destinations is here to inspire your travels.
Spain
Throw yourself into the rich culture and history of Spain. From the sunny beaches of Tenerife to the Moorish architecture (建筑物) of Andalucía, there’s so much to explore in this lively country. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage (遗产) city of La Laguna and become amazed at the beauty of Cordoba, Seville, and La Alhambra, or relax on a beach holiday to Majorca or Tenerife.
Montenegro
Despite its size, Montenegro has beautiful beaches, rich history, and a breathtaking channel. Experience the beauty of the Montenegrin coast — Dalmatia’s jewel (宝石) is the UNESCO World Heritage listed oasis of Dubrovnik, famously praised by Lord Bryon as The Pearl of the Adriatic.
Croatia
Discover the beauty that is Dubrovnik. Explore the 16th-century city’s defensive walls and red-roofed buildings. Sail along Croatia’s Adriatic Coast, where attractive villages and beautiful towns like Pula, Rovinj, and Pore are just waiting to be explored...
South Africa
Explore the wonders of South Africa, from the Garden Route’s nature reserves to the thrill of a Safari drive in the Kariega Game Reserve. Discover the different plants and animals while searching for the “Big Five” on an unforgettable South Africa holiday.
With over 25 years of experience creating holidays for the curious, Travel Department ensures that your journey is in good hands. Plus as a trusted Reader’s Digest Travel partner, you can get special deals when you travel with them across lots of different 2024 holidays. If you want to know more information, please click here.
1. What do Spain and Montenegro have in common
A. They are both praised by tourists.
B. They both have world heritage cities.
C. They are known for their architectures.
D. They both own beaches and rich history.
2. Which destination will attract people who are interested in creatures
A. Spain. B. South Africa.
C. Montenegro. D. Croatia.
3. Where is this text most likely from
A. A website. B. A guidebook.
C. A novel. D. A magazine.
B
Adding to the achievements of a remarkable year, Taylor Swift has been named Time magazine’s Person of the Year for 2023.
Already a superstar before 2023, Swift’s career has reached new heights thanks to the beginning of her Eras Tour that brought her 3.5-hour performance to 66 shows in 23 cities across North America, Argentina and Brazil. Promoted by her tour, Swift has been named the most-streamed female artist in the history of Spotify and Apple Music. According to Billboard, the tour made about $900 million (about 6.4 billion yuan) in 2023. In addition, the tour’s movie Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour became the biggest concert movie of all time, taking more than $250 million globally.
As she was declared (宣布) a billionaire by Bloomberg in November a hidden “Taylor Swift economy” also promoted sales for business owners across the US. From soaps to a cruise inspired by her different “eras”, interest in Swift-related products went way up.
Apart from her financial contributions, Swift made a significant cultural impact by taking back control of her music. In 2019, her old record label, Big Machine, sold the master tapes of her first six albums (专辑) to Scooter Braun. The sale meant that she didn’t have the rights to the albums. In response to this, Swift began re-recording her first six albums, tagging (加标签于) them “Taylor’s Version”. This move stressed her belief that artists deserve to own their work. “It’s all in how you deal with loss,” she told Time. “I respond to extreme pain by resisting.”
Heading into 2024, Swift will start the Eras Tour again in Japan and Australia. As USA Today noted, “Her current top has been a long time coming, but it may also be just beginning.”
4. What do we know about Taylor Swift
A. She broke a new record on her tour.
B. She toured South America before 2023.
C. Her achievements received great recognition.
D. Her performance began with the Apple Music.
5. How did Taylor Swift benefit from her Eras Tour
A. She proved herself to be an artist.
B. She learned to make some products.
C. She got rich and regained album rights.
D. She sold her master tapes to a company.
6. What can we learn about Taylor Swift from the last paragraph
A. She will end her music career.
B. She will continue her Eras Tour.
C. She will reach her top in Japan.
D. She will make a record in Australia.
7. What is the author’s attitude towards Taylor Swift
A. Admirable. B. Uncaring.
C. Doubtful. D. Critical.
C
Take a period of limited rainfall. Add heat. And you have what scientists call a ‘hot drought’ — dry conditions made more intense by the evaporative power of hotter temperatures.
A new study, published in the journal Science Advances, Wednesday, finds that hot droughts have become more common and severe across the western U.S. as a result of human-caused climate change. “The frequency of compound warm and dry summers particularly in the last 20 years is unprecedented,” said Karen King, lead author of the study and an assistant professor at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville.
For much of the last 20 years, western North America has been under the control of a huge drought that has strained crop producers, city planners and water managers. Scientists believe it to be the driest period in the region in at least 1,200 years. They reached that determination, in part, by studying the rings of trees collected from thousands of sites across the Western U.S..
Cross-sections or cores of trees, both living and dead, can offer scientists windows into climate conditions of the past. Dark scars can show where fires have burned. Pale rings can indicate insect outbreaks. “Narrow rings mean less water,” said King, a dendrochronologist, who specialized in tree ring dating. “Fatter rings, more water.” Scientists have looked at tree ring widths to understand how much water was in the soil at a given time. King and fellow researchers did something different. They wanted to investigate the density (密度) of individual rings to get a picture of historical temperatures. In hotter years, trees build thick walls to protect their water.
By combining that temperature data with another tree-ring-sourced dataset looking at soil moisture (湿度), the researchers showed that today’s hotter temperatures have made the current western huge drought different from its past ones.
It also suggests that future droughts will be worsened by higher temperatures particularly in the Great Plains, home to one of the world’s largest aquifers, and the Colorado River Basin, the source of water for some 40 million people.
8. What led to hot droughts
A. Abundant rainfall. B. Climate change.
C. Appropriate temperatures. D. Dry summers.
9. What does the underlined word “strained” in paragraph 3 probably mean
A. Protected. B. Surprised. C. Stressed. D. Helped.
10. What do the researchers find about hot droughts
A. They will not happen in the future. B. They are affected by those tree rings.
C. They are similar in intensity to past droughts. D. They have become more frequent and severe.
11. What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
A. To entertain readers with a fictional story. B. To persuade readers to protect environment.
C. To inform readers of severity of hot droughts. D. To share personal experiences and reflections.
D
The Africa Sourcing and Fashion Week held in Ethiopia in November attracted over 5,000 visitors. Though the number is not extremely high, the continent is becoming a new global fashion leader, according to a UNESCO report.
Although most African fashion businesses are small and medium-sized enterprises (企业), the report identified a growing number of high-fashion brands concentrated in key markets on the continent. What makes African fashion unique is its authenticity (真实性), according to Kenyan designer Aulga Nato. “If you check most fashion houses elsewhere in the world, they have done so much that they have less creativity in what they are putting out now. Africa, on the other hand, is rich in cloth. We are huge cotton growers, and we are rich in every single way. That’s our fashion,” she explained.
Africa is a major producer of raw materials (原材料) for the fashion industry, with 37 out of 54 African countries producing cotton and textile exports from the continent averaging $15.5 billion (about 110.2 billion yuan) a year. The continent also has a huge animal population from which it sources animal skins. However, there’s a huge shortage of chemicals to make the materials needed to treat the leather (皮革) from animals used in the clothing industry. And the continent still faces challenges related to the movement of people.
Despite these challenges, African designers are giving their best to their work and leading the world in sustainable fashion and practices. African governments have also taken measures to help designers in achieving their aims. It seems that their efforts have paid off. After checking clothing exhibits at a fashion event, Ghanaian exhibitor Solomon Dodoo noticed that every single cloth is unique and there are no two pieces of cloth that look alike.
12. What makes Africa have an unusual fashion
A. Its increasing tourism. B. Its huge cotton production.
C. A report from the UNESCO. D. The authenticity of its fashion.
13. What challenge does African fashion face
A. A great need for animal skins.
B. Lack of chemicals for treating leather.
C. The development of cotton production.
D. Shortage of creativity among designers.
14. Why do African designers overcome challenges successfully
A. They are supported by African governments.
B. They abandon unique and sustainable fashion.
C. They lead the world in the clothing industry.
D. They check clothing exhibits at a fashion event.
15. What is the best title for the text
A. African Fashion is Popular in the World
B. African Designers Face Difficulties in Fashion
C. African Countries Have Materials for the Fashion Industry
D. Africa’s Advantages Promote Its Fashion Industry’s Success
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Practical ways to improve your problem solving skills
Problem solving skills are increasingly valuable in the workplace. ____16____. Here’s how to improve your strategy.
Train creativity
Problem-solving at its best requires a mixture of structured analysis and out-of-the-box thinking. To train creativity, individuals must engage in activities that stimulate their imagination and encourage new perspectives (视角). Have free-flowing brainstorming meetings that allow for the exploration of various ideas without immediate judgment. ____17____.
Improve communication skills
Clear and brief communication is the key to effective problem-solving, acting as the bridge that connects various perspectives and makes individuals toward a common goal.____18____. Clearly defining the problem statement, its influences and the desired outcomes lays a solid foundation for collaborative efforts. Active listening, on the other hand, is the skill of receiving information with intent and focus. It involves not just hearing words but understanding the differences, emotions and underlying messages.
Use technology
____19____. Whether it’s data analysis, artificial intelligence or project management software, putting technology into your problem-solving toolbox can simplify processes and offer innovative solutions. By embracing technology as an enabler rather than a replacement for human decision-making, individuals can use the power of innovation to address complex challenges effectively.
____20____
Mistakes are not failures but help you become better. Each misstep provides an opportunity for reflection, learning and refining one’s approach to challenges. Analyse what went wrong, identify areas for improvement and use this knowledge to inform your future problem-solving efforts. Creating a culture that removes mistakes within a team or organization trains an environment where individuals feel comfortable admitting errors.
A. Stay informed
B. Learn from mistakes
C. Encourage yourself to think beyond the obvious
D. They could help you achieve more in your personal life too
E. Effective communication begins with expressing yourself well
F. Using tools and technology can really help solve problems better
G. Building trust among team members contributes to problem-solving
第三部分 语言知识运用(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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
The doorbell rang one mid-December evening. I frequently had unexpected visitors in those early days after my husband’s ____21____. But when my 6-year-old son opened the door, nobody was there. ____22____, on the doormat was a box, tied with a silver ____23____ and a note that said “On the First Day of Christmas...” A mystery.
Sam had died that fall, ____24____ me the single parent of our two boys, 6 and 8. My sons and I had already ____25____ to deal with Halloween, and Thanksgiving without Daddy. Still, I was afraid of Christmas. How could December have ____26____ without my husband
The next night, the doorbell rang again. Another ____27____ came, decorated with the same silver ribbon (带子) and ____28____ the same card reading “On the Second Day of Christmas...”
For the next couple of nights, my boys waited near the front door to see who was leaving the gifts, but the bearer would always choose the moment they left to ____29____.
I didn’t know who the secret Santa was. But there was one thing I did know. In those dark days of ____30____, somebody was shining a light our way with a simple but ____31____ message: “You are loved.” It was such a strange feeling, to be left in darkness on the one hand and drawn so firmly toward ____32____ on the other. I believe hope will make a(n) ____33____.
After 11 days of offerings, we weren’t sure what to ____34____ when we approached home on that 12th night. I trusted there would be ____35____.
21. A. promotion B. death C. retirement D. operation
22. A. Otherwise B. Besides C. Instead D. Therefore
23. A. rope B. paper C. flower D. ribbon
24. A. leaving B. finding C. naming D. considering
25 A. agreed B. planned C. managed D. promised
26. A. arrived B. returned C. ended D. escaped
27. A. book B. toy C. box D. pet
28. A. designing B. including C. showing D. making
29. A. get through B. set off C. move on D. turn up
30 A. regret B. sadness C. anger D. disappointment
31 A. annoying B. funny C. urgent D. powerful
32. A. dream B. light C. future D. home
33. A. difference B. effort C. comparison D. contribution
34. A. support B. offer C. expect D. appreciate
35. A. something B. nothing C. anything D. everything
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。
As the Year of the Dragon approached, sales of products with dragon elements have seen explosive ____36____ (grow) on major e-commerce platforms. Dragon, or long in Chinese, ____37____ (consider) as an important symbol of Chinese traditional culture, is believed to bring good luck and fortune.
Since January, products with dragon-themed elements, such as clothing, daily necessities and gold jewelry ____38____ (gain) popularity. Items such as red envelopes, mobile phone cases designed for the Chinese Year of the Dragon have also been favored by consumers, and____39____ (they) sales have surpassed those in the Year of the Rabbit last year.
Chinese consumers who buy dragon-themed goods are hoping ____40____ (live) a better life in the new year and displaying a strong sense ____41____ national pride and confidence in Chinese culture. The rich cultural meanings and the good wishes ____42____ the dragon carries have not only stimulated people’s passion for buying, but also satisfied their rising demand for personalized and ____43____ (create) products with unique cultural symbols.
Spring Festival is the traditional festival Chinese people attach the most importance to, and it’s also ___44___ peak season for consumption. The shopping craze for dragon-related products ahead of Lunar New Year is essential for ____45____ (promote) the recovery of the consumer market.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 你校英文报正在开展题为“记一次家务劳动”的征文活动，请你写一篇短文投稿，内容包括：
1. 劳动的内容和过程;
2. 你的感受与收获。
注意：
1. 词数80左右;
2. 题目已为你写好。
An experience of doing housework
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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。
A lesson from my sister
My elder sister was different. She was socially awkward. She could not look at people in the eye. She would mumble (嘟哝) to herself and repeat the words she had just said. The child psychologist had termed it as “Asperger Syndrome”.
She, however, was academically capable. Therefore, we attended the same primary school. Despite this, I never, ever admitted in public that she was my sister. There was one incident, however, that changed how I viewed my sister. It was the incident that changed me.
Being in primary six, about to graduate, the school had made it a must for everyone to perform. Due to my sister’s inability to work together with others, she had to do it individually.
“I’ll sing,” my sister told my parents confidently. Hearing that, I was completely shocked. How could my sister, who was socially awkward, sing in front of the school I knew so well that if this happened, she would surely embarrass me.
Silently I prayed I would not have to watch my sister disgrace herself. It is fine. No one knows she is your sister. I remember telling myself these exact lines as I sat in the hall, waiting for the performances to start.
The lights dimmed and the curtains parted to reveal the only solo — my sister. It took about a whole minute for her to speak out her name and class and by that time, whispers were heard in the audience. “Why is she taking so long ” People around me asked. I sat nervously in my seat, wishing I were somewhere else.
注意：
1. 所续写短文的总词数应为120左右;
2. 续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好。
Paragraph 1
Finally my sister started to sing.
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Paragraph 2
Guilt (内疚) and shame filled my heart as I listened to my sister’s wonderful singing.
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听力答案：1-5 ACCBB 6-10 BABAC 11-15 ABBCA 16-20 CBABC
