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1、 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,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Photo Research
" If you want to be a better photographer, stand in front of better stuff. " Photographer Jim Richardson shared it with others. He spends a great deal of time doing photo research, looking for great locations to shoot.
Seeing a wonderful place is bread-and-butter photography—it' s just part of the job. Getting there is only half of any great photograph' s story. The other half is how the photographer prepares to capture the subject once in front of it. It is believed that groundwork is part of photography, as essential as knowing exposure and lighting or recognizing the decisive moment to take the shot. Research sounds like a boring task for many photographers, while for others digging into a subject in advance is part of the pleasure.
Philosophically, photographers seem to divide along that line. On one side are those who desire only to be in the moment. On the other side are the planners. They would never dream of going out the door without a full list of how they' re going to approach the shoot. Actually, there is a third group nowadays. They just take photos of the whole scene and do all the creative work in Photoshop after the event. Most photographers do both: research carefully to prepare their schedule and then act in the moment once on site.
Photographers should do a lot of research in order to get ready for a photographic trip. This includes creating a file for each location they are due to visit. They start a file for each place and begin to make a list of the pieces of information. Knowing what the place looks like in advance is invaluable, so it is good to hit several Internet photo sites. Besides clueing them into the photographic possibilities of the location, this can also show what angles have already become overused and which they should therefore avoid. But photographers will also find angles they didn' t expect from locations they hadn' t imagined. Armed with these they will be better prepared to push the boundaries of what they expect.
" Above all, I' ll look for places and events that are seasonal and timeless. I open my mind to what might make a great subject for a picture," Jim said. " Most travelers tend to think only of places they' re visiting, without looking deeper into culture, history or meaning. I try to get in time with the rhythm (韵律) of the place and in tune with its melody (主调). But most of all I just want to be ready. If I' m ready, I can just about count on being lucky. "
(1)、What does the underlined word " capture" in Paragraph 2 probably mean?A、Identify. B、Record. C、Arrange. D、Explore.(2)、What point does the author make about photographers in Paragraph 3?A、They are unable to decide on the best plan of action. B、It is possible for them to adopt flexible ways of working. C、The third group is not as imaginative as some of the others. D、Some of them refuse to try to understand the way others work.(3)、What is the main idea of Paragraph 4?A、Sound preparation is a must for a satisfactory photo. B、One should create photo sites in a photographic trip. C、Taking photos requires vivid imagination in advance. D、It is essential to do photo research in central locations.(4)、In the last paragraph, Jim states that ____.A、he feels good to visit those historical places B、he refuses to spend too much time in one place C、he is careful about choosing the right place to visit D、he likes to go to places that few people bother to visit -
2、 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,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Nick Torrance, a junior in high school, suffers from muscular dystrophy(肌肉萎缩症), and attends school in a specialized wheelchair. The muscle disease prevents him from accomplishing many everyday tasks, such as carrying his books and putting things away in his locker. So he had a fellow student assigned to help him. But Amy Smith, the school' s occupational therapist(治疗师), thought that being able to do something simple like opening his locker on his own would be empowering.
Amy initially thought they would be able to buy a device to help. But searching online turned up nothing that could meet their needs—everything needed a keycode or some other physical action, things her disabled student couldn' t do. After the outside search for a method came up short, she looked within the school itself for an answer. Amy turned to the school' s robotics instructor.
The instructor, in turn, suggested that two of his most capable students take on the project: Micah Stuhldreher and Wyatt Smrcka. They took first place in a national robotics competition, so they were a natural choice to tackle the locker door problem with a robotics solution. Micah and Wyatt wasted no time getting down to work and for an hour each school day, the boys brainstormed, built, and rebuilt various versions of the device until they landed on the perfect solution one year later.
Like in any device development, it took a lot of trial and error for Micah and Wyatt to make something that would work for their target audience. For example, they initially built a locker-opening button, but Nick wasn' t strong enough to push it, so they replaced it with a sensor.
Now, between classes Nick steers his electric wheelchair to his locker and waves his hand over a sensor on the arm of the wheelchair. A few seconds later, the locker door swings open. Another wave closes the door. Nick can make it with ease—it may be a small thing, but it gives him a sense of independence.
(1)、Why did Amy Smith want a device?A、To increase her student' s confidence. B、To encourage cooperation at school. C、To inspire a robotics invention. D、To help treat a muscle disease.(2)、With a sensor in his wheelchair, Nick can ____.A、move around easily B、put his things away C、continue his schooling D、open and close his locker(3)、According to the passage, which words can best describe Micah and Wyatt?A、Caring and passionate. B、Talented and ambitious. C、Sensitive and brave D、Humble and warmhearted. -
3、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,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
To: David Russel<drusell@mmail. org>
From: Alyssa Meller<ameller@jtext. com>
Date: January 12
Subject: Meetings
Dear Mr. Russel,
Welcome to work here for a few days. I am writing to let you know that Roger Williams, one of our staff members, will pick you up at the airport on Sunday evening. We have a hotel arrangement for you just next to our office building. As a popular writer of children' s literature, you will be giving a presentation in our boardroom. All of us are expecting the new contents in your books, which will surely include your understanding of children' s literature. We hope to learn more from you about how to efficiently organize contents and develop written communication skills. At your request, I was about to arrange several meetings with your coauthors to discuss revisions to your series of children' s stories, which will be an important part during your stay here. Because of the tight schedule, you will probably have some busy days here. But we will try our best to ensure that you can have a high efficiency. All details are provided below.
Mon.
9:00 a. m.
Presentation on new contents
11:00 a. m.
Lunch meeting with Thomas Wood (illustrator)
Tue.
9:30 a. m.
Breakfast with Gary Willson (book designer)
11:20 a. m.
Conference call with Scott West (the CEO of Walter Publishing)
2:00 p. m.
Meeting with Hank Willis about some of the chapters
Wed.
9:00 a. m.
Meeting with Georg Hoffmann to translate some documents into English
11:00 a. m.
Editing session with Jose Wright
After the final meeting on Wednesday, we will drive you to West Town Station by 4:00 p. m. Your train from the station to the airport will depart at 4:30 p. m. and your flight is scheduled to leave at 6:10 p. m.
If there is anything unsuitable for the arrangement, please let me know and we will adjust the schedule as soon as possible.
Looking forward to meeting you next week.
Alyssa
(1)、What is the purpose of the email?A、To provide a work schedule. B、To make a travel arrangement. C、To propose an adaptation of the storybooks. D、To inform Mr. Russel of a schedule change.(2)、What can we learn about Mr. Russel?A、He is attending a book fair. B、He is drafting a research proposal. C、He is advertising children' s storybooks. D、He is working with others on a project.(3)、When is Mr. Russel expected to discuss the contents of his storybooks?A、At 11:00 a. m. on Monday. B、At 11:20 a. m. on Tuesday. C、At 2:00 p. m. on Tuesday. D、At 9:00 a. m. on Wednesday. -
4、 阅读下列短文,根据短文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写 1个适当的单词,在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。
Everything happens for a reason. Nothing happens by chance or by means of good luck. Injury, (ill), love, and lost moments of true greatness all occur to test the limits of your soul. these, life would be like a straight flat road to nowhere. It would be safe and comfortable, boring and completely pointless. The success and downfall you experience helps to create who you are and decide you go.
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5、 阅读下列短文,根据短文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写 1个适当的单词,在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。
Confucius (孔子), born in the district of Zou, near today' s Qufu city in Shandong province, was an educator and philosopher (哲学家) founded Confucianism, a school of thought that deeply influenced later generations. He was the first Chinese to set up private schools and enroll students from all walks of life. Confucius (see) as a symbol of China' s traditional culture. Nowadays, Qufu holds memorial events every year (honor) him and popularize his theory to the younger generations.
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6、 阅读下列短文,根据短文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写 1个适当的单词,在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。
Esias Bedingar always knew he wanted to study medicine. After (decide) to experience a new culture, he came from Africa to the USA. There was one challenge: He (speak) no English. But within just four months, he completed the ESL program. Three years later, he finished his undergraduate degree and was accepted to Harvard University, where he is pursuing a master' s degree in public health. He said it was (he) dream that got him to Harvard.
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7、 阅读下面短文,掌握其大意,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中,选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
An Unexpected Gift
Twelve-year-old Mathew Flores is different from other kids. He loves junk mail, and these advertisements were the only reading materials 1 to him. Once he asked his mailman if he could offer him some.
The question 2 the mailman. He asked the boy the reason, and then recorded his 3 in his Facebook. " Today while delivering mail, I saw a boy reading ads, and he asked me for extra mail. Actually he wants to go to the library, but his family is very poor and can' t 4 the bus. "
The mailman then asked his Facebook friends if they could 5 some books for the boy. He wrote, " Most kids want electronic products! But what he wants is books. It' s great to see his rare 6 , and you may have seen him smile when I said I could help him!" " He is counting on me," he concluded. " So I am counting on you!"
The mailman thought the Facebook post might 7 50 to 60 books. But his 8 was passed on quickly. People from around the world, including the UK, Australia and India, have sent books. Hundreds of books have been delivered to the boy' s door, with hundreds more 9 on their way.
When books first started arriving, Flores was shocked by what happened. " I thought they were 10 , but they indeed were for me. " He says that he can' t wait to share the books with other kids, and has promised to read every one.
(1)A 、 natural B 、 available C 、 common D 、 familiar(2)A 、 frightened B 、 disappointed C 、 surprised D 、 amused(3)A 、 response B 、 effort C 、 decision D 、 comment(4)A 、 own B 、 take C 、 share D 、 afford(5)A 、 adjust B 、 examine C 、 spare D 、 publish(6)A 、 desire B 、 effect C 、 purpose D 、 value(7)A 、 give away B 、 bring in C 、 take on D 、 put up(8)A 、 belief B 、 spirit C 、 secret D 、 request(9)A 、 only B 、 nearly C 、 still D 、 thus(10)A 、 mistaken B 、 helpless C 、 unusual D 、 awkward -
8、 第二节 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。
As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm glow over the animal shelter, Sarah walked through the rows of cages until her eyes landed on a small, trembling dog huddled (蜷缩) in the corner. " I think I' ve found the one, " Sarah whispered softly to herself as she looked into the dog' s sad eyes. This timid, abandoned dog had no idea that a journey of transformation with friendly people lay in store for him.
The shelter staff explained that the dog, named Buddy, had a difficult past and was very shy and scared. Sarah extended a hand, offering a soothing tone, " Hey sweetie, you must have a story to tell, but from now on, you' ve got a buddy in me. "
Bringing Buddy home was just the beginning of their journey, which was rocky at first for him. Everything was strange and new, causing him to hide under furniture and startle at every sound. Therefore, Sarah provided a cozy bed, delicious meals, and most importantly, heaps of love and comfort.
Slowly but surely, he started to emerge from his shell, wagging his tail tentatively and gazing at Sarah with a glimmer of hope in his eyes. Under Sarah' s patient and loving guidance, Buddy flourished, even learning tricks and commands, and forming a deep bond with his new owner.
The journey of healing turned out to be a success. But Sarah had never expected it would bring about another one.
One day, while scrolling through social media, Sarah came across a heartwarming story about dogs being trained to assist children with autism (自闭症). Those children had social communication difficulties and had few facial expressions and gestures. Without hesitation, she inquired about the program and soon, Buddy was enrolled in training to become a certified therapy(治疗) dog. But she was unsure whether Buddy would be comfortable with the new challenge.
注意:
1. 续写词数应为150左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Their first day at the therapy center was filled with uncertainty.
As the weeks progressed Sarah noticed a remarkable change both in the children and Buddy.
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9、第一节 假定你是李华,你的英国笔友Lucy的生日即将到来,你特意给她寄了一些具有中国特色的礼物。请你给她写一封邮件,内容包括:
1. 你的祝福;
2. 简要介绍你的礼物;
3. 表达期望。
注意:
1. 写作词数应为80左右;
2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯;
3, 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Lucy,
Yours,
Li Hua
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10、 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。
It' s a race against time, as generations of cultural heritage conservators at the Dunhuang Academy make a great effort to protect the artistic charm of the Mogao Caves, UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The team (devote) to protecting the 45, 000 square meters of murals (壁画) and more than 2, 400 painted sculptures of the 735 caves of the site, the construction of takes about a thousand years, from the 4th century to the 14th century. The cultural relics are the product of the cultural exchanges that took place over (century)on the ancient Silk Road.
Commonly (see) " diseases" affecting the murals include cracking and flaking, as well as erosion that is caused by changes in temperature and humidity of the caves, and the deposition of salts. To restore a mural requires an all-rounder. Restorers should know painting, master the skills of a mason (石匠) and have some knowledge of chemistry and physics, (be) able to recognize the problems and their (correspond) causes and deliver a solution. They must also select proper materials and tools, and conduct experiments, formally carrying out the restoration and evaluating the effect afterward.
The restoration should respect the original work and aim to maintain the status quo of the murals rather than repainting them. When the restorers find some parts of murals missing fading away, they never repaint them to create a " perfect" (appear) in restoration.
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11、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。
One sunny afternoon, Jack and I rode hard towards his house. The sun shone 1 on Jack' s black bicycle. You would never see his bike with 2 on it. As I bent over, I took a glimpse of Jack' s shining school 3 . Jack was always neat and tidy, but his clothes were old and 4 . I often 5 if he owned anything else.
We turned into a street lined with small, old railway houses. Jack opened a gate and we went through it. I got off my bike and 6 it against the garage wall. It was a small, whitewashed house. The tiny area of lawn was neatly 7 .
We went in by the back door. The kitchen had a cupboard, a small dining table with three chairs and an ancient cooker. Everything was 8 clean.
In Jack' s room, it had a bed, a one-door closet, and a table. Several books were 9 against the wall on one corner of the table, and on the other corner 10 a model steam engine. Jack demonstrated to me how the engine 11 . I looked at Jack' s face and a broad smile spread over it.
Feeling ashamed, I reflected that I grew up in a 12 wealthy home. My closet was 13 with new and fashionable clothes. I had a state-of-the-art ten-speed racing bike. 14 , I often did not appreciate what I had. I took it all for granted. By contrast, Jack had almost nothing, but he was happy and 15 . Thank you, Jack, for unknowingly teaching me the value of being satisfied with what I' ve got.
(1)A 、 briefly B 、 regularly C 、 slowly D 、 brightly(2)A 、 dirt B 、 decorations C 、 passengers D 、 damage(3)A 、 coat B 、 tie C 、 shoes D 、 hat(4)A 、 generous B 、 clean C 、 worn D 、 ugly(5)A 、 meant B 、 wondered C 、 argued D 、 knew(6)A 、 protected B 、 accepted C 、 rested D 、 covered(7)A 、 drawn B 、 crossed C 、 waved D 、 shaped(8)A 、 nearly B 、 spotlessly C 、 naturally D 、 severely(9)A 、 spread B 、 stored C 、 placed D 、 hidden(10)A 、 lied B 、 stood C 、 set D 、 put(11)A 、 rose B 、 admitted C 、 flamed D 、 worked(12)A 、 relatively B 、 humbly C 、 traditionally D 、 respectively(13)A 、 stuffed B 、 engaged C 、 equipped D 、 surrounded(14)A 、 Therefore B 、 Nevertheless C 、 Otherwise D 、 Subsequently(15)A 、 energetic B 、 modest C 、 curious D 、 content -
12、 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。
If you have ever looked closely at the tires on your car, you have probably seen little hairs sticking out of the black rubber. Are they there for any safety reasons? Those little bits are one of the strange car features some people may stop to think about.
Located on the vertical part of the tire, these curious little rubber hairs are known as " vent spews (轮胎毛刺)" . They are crucial in the tire-making process. As the tread pattern mold (胎面花纹模具) is pressed into the tire' s rubber, the extra rubber requires a way to escape the mold.
Curiously, there' s no set number of hairs each tire will have. But the presence of tire hairs is universal. They are nothing more than remnants (残余部分) of the complex process that makes strong and durable tires.
Because they are found on the part of the tire rubber that doesn' t hit the road, and they have no impact on how well your tire grips(抓牢) the pavement in rainy weather. These rubber hairs also don' t have any impact on road noise or why your tires squeak when you' re driving. They are merely evidence of the new tire' s arrival in the world.
Tire hairs are naturally worn away during normal driving, and the presence or absence of these hairs doesn' t determine if a tire is safe. There is one instance, however, where the lack of tire hairs can matter. As a responsible car owner, you should monitor the health of your tires regularly.
A. Why do tires have hairs?
B. Tire hairs don' t have any effect on safe driving.
C. Are there any other interesting facts about cars?
D. They look funny, yet every new car tire has them.
E. It could be a sign that tires are worn, old and need to be replaced.
F. The exact number varies based on the design and size of the tires.
G. Because tiny-size escape vents are created throughout each mold, little tire hairs are born.
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13、 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 lot of manufactured glass today made from sand and sodium carbonate (碳酸钠) can be reused or melted down and recycled into new items, but it doesn' t break down in the environment and will sit in landfills for thousands of years. A team of Chinese scientists aimed to deal with this environmental concern by developing an eco-conscious alternative.
In a study published recently in the journal Science Advances, a team at the Chinese Academy of Sciences' Institute of Process Engineering describe how they engineered biodegradable glass made from amino acids (氨基酸). That glass would have a smaller impact on the environment and can break down in a few weeks or in several months.
In a test, glass beads (珠) made out of amino acids were placed under the skin of mice, and the breakdown of the beads and the skin healing process were observed for 30 days. A diagram from the study shows how the mice' s bodies broke down the beads. In that month, the glass implant degraded beneath the skin, the wound site healed, and fur grew back. " Throughout the experimental period, no mice exhibited any pain-related behavior that may have been caused by the glass implantation, and none of them experienced obvious weight loss," the researchers wrote in their paper.
Although amino acids do degrade over time in the environment, this biodegradable glass is not as durable as traditional glass, because amino acids can break down quickly in heat. In order to overcome this hurdle, the researchers chemically modified the amino acids using the heating-cooling procedure applied in glass manufacturing. This is when materials for the glass are heated to become soft and then rapidly cooled so as to make the glass tougher.
" It' s important to point out that this biodegradable glass is currently in the lab stage, and far from large-scale commercialization," emphasized Yan Xuehai, a professor involved in the study, in a press release.
(1)、What is an advantage of the new glass?A、It can be recycled at a low cost. B、It is produced without pollution. C、It takes less time to. break down. D、It has a wide range of applications.(2)、Why did researchers implant glass beads inside mice?A、To assess whether the glass is biologically harmless. B、To investigate why amino acids are medically useful. C、To explore how long it takes for the glass to degrade. D、To observe if the glass can be melt down in mice' s stomach.(3)、What does the underlined word " hurdle" in paragraph 4 refer to?A、The instability of amino acids. B、The difficulty of selecting materials for the glass. C、Environmental problems caused by traditional glass. D、The challenge of improving the heating-cooling procedure.(4)、What is the attitude of Yan Xuehai towards the new glass' s launch on the market?A、Optimistic. B、Critical. C、Indifferent. D、Uncertain. -
14、 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。
Geologists have long been fascinated by a missing piece of Earth' s history — a lost continent called Argoland. Around 155 million years ago, the 5,000-kilometer continent broke off from Western Australia and began drifting(漂移), leaving behind a basin deep below the ocean known as the Argo Abyssal Plain. But where did Argoland actually go?
The seabed structure suggests that the continent drifted northwestward and ended up Southeast Asia. But surprisingly, there is no large continent hidden beneath those islands, only small continental fragments(碎片) surrounded by ancient oceanic basins. Using this theory, geologists at Utrecht University discovered that Argoland hadn' t really disappeared but survived as a " very extended and fragmented collection" under the islands to the east of Indonesia.
Unlike other continents like Africa and South America, which broke neatly into two pieces, Argoland split into many smaller fragments that were dispersed, which made it difficult for scientists to locate and study the continent' s geological features. However, with advanced technology and the discovery, scientists can now piece them together.
Tracing the continents is vital for understanding processes like the evolution of biodiversity. It could help explain something known as the mysterious Wallace line, which is an imaginary boundary that separates mammals, birds, and even early human species in Southeast Asian islands. The boundary has puzzled scientists because of how clearly it separates the island' s wildlife. To the west of the line are placental mammals like apes and elephants. But these are almost completely absent to the east, where you can find marsupials and cockatoos — animals typically associated with Australia. Researchers have theorized that this may be because Argoland carried its own wildlife away from Australia before it crashed into Southeast Asia, which helps explain why different species are found in different nations.
The story of Argoland is not one of complete disappearance but of transformation. As the world continues to evolve, this lost continent serves as a powerful symbol of the fragility of life on this planet, and a reminder of the importance of respecting and protecting the world that we live in.
(1)、What do we know about Argoland?A、It split into two pieces many years ago. B、It broke away from the continent of Africa. C、It sank to the bottom of the Argo Abyssal Plain. D、It exists as fragments under the eastern islands of Indonesia.(2)、What does the underlined word " dispersed" in paragraph 3 probably mean?A、Crashed. B、Connected. C、Distributed. D、Disappeared.(3)、Why does the author mention the " Wallace line" in paragraph 4?A、To introduce the early history of Argoland. B、To stress the significance of tracing Argoland. C、To prove the biodiversity of Southeast Asian islands. D、To explain the evolutionary process of Australian species.(4)、Which of the following is the best title for the text?A、The Discovery of a Lost Continent B、The Boundaries of Wildlife Habitats C、The Geological Features of Argoland D、The Formation of the Argo Abyssal Plain -
15、 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。
On December 16, 2023, the first section of Maya Train officially opened, which runs between Campeche and Cancún, carrying up to 231 passengers across 290 miles and stopping at 14 train stations.
Built as an ambitious effort to promote tourism and boost Mexico' s economy, the rail system connects the major cities and tourist regions of the Yucatán Peninsula-from Cancún' s beaches to Tulum' s archaeological (考古的) wonders. Once the project is completed, the entire rail system will link tourist destinations across five states. However, environmentalists and archaeologists argue that the train route will cause great damage to the environment and ancient Mayan sites.
The Maya Train passes through six UNESCO World Heritage sites, and thousands of archaeological sites. One particular area of concern is the Calakmul biosphere reserve, which is home to many endangered species, such as jaguars and over 500 other animal species. The train lines, more than 60 meters wide, could act as artificial barriers that may limit the movement of these animals within the reserve, making it difficult for them to move around and access food and water sources.
Opponents also express safety concerns. Certain sections of the rail system will be built right on top of the aquifer' s (地下水层的) most fragile points of contact with the surface. " It' s like wanting to build over eggshells, says Guillermo Christy, a water treatment consultant. " Putting trains weighing thousands of tons on top could cause the underground caves to crash down. To construct the train infrastructure (基础设施) also requires driving long piles deep into the ground, which poses a big threat to this fragile ecosystem and leads to water shortages.
In the ongoing debate of Maya Train, it is crucial to consider the delicate balance between economic development and environmental preservation. While Maya Train may provide economic benefits, we must not overlook the potential environmental and cultural losses, as well as the safety risks it may bring. Achieving harmony between progress and conservation may be a significant challenge for the project, but we must take into account the long-term consequences of our actions.
(1)、What do we know about the Maya Train project?A、It consumes lots of labor in Mexico. B、It was completed on December 16, 2023. C、It has concerned some professionals. D、It blocks the development of local tourism.(2)、What is the effect of the train lines on the animals in the reserve?A、They disturb their sleeping patterns. B、They restrict their activities. C、They pollute their water sources. D、They engage their enemies to the area.(3)、Why does the author mention " eggshells" in paragraph 4?A、To show the difficulty of constructing the rail lines. B、To prove the urgency of protecting the fragile ecosystem. C、To explain the reasons for water shortages along the railway. D、To stress the potential harm of Maya Train to the aquifer system.(4)、Which statement would the author probably agree with?A、Preserving cultural sites requires strong financial support. B、It is time to speed up the construction process of Maya Train. C、Economic development should not come at the expense of the environment. D、We should prize the economic benefits of the project in the long run. -
16、 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。
Lonely Planet's Top Places to Go in 2024
Are you looking for inspiration for your next travel destination? Lonely Planet has published its yearly list of top places to go. Whether you' re looking for adventure, culture, or value, there' s something for every type of traveler. Let' s explore the. top picks for travel destinations in 2024.
Top City: Nairobi
Nairobi, the Kenyan capital, was chosen for its unique music and dance culture, and impressive local restaurants. Nairobi National Park, just a short drive out of the city' s central business district, is a must-see, where visitors can see over-400 species wandering the open grass plains while skyscrapers twinkle on the horizon.
Top Country: Mongolia
Mongolia is loved for its wide-open spaces, adventure activities, and unique food. The Mongolian government has announced 2023 through. 2025: as: the " Years to Visit Mongolia" , easing entry conditions for international travelers and improving public facilities, including a new $ 650 million airport.
Top Sustainable Travel Destination: Spain
The publisher also recommended Spain for the country' s efforts to expand renewable energy, to develop off-season travel, and to bring tourism to new destinations, such as the port city of Valencia, easing pressures on hot spots such as Barcelona.
Top Best-Value Location: The American Midwest
The American Midwest, including the cities of Chicago and Detroit, is also on the list, as it offers a high-quality travel experience at a reasonable cost. Visitors can enjoy excellent services and facilities. such as old warehouses transformed into art studios, new eco-design hotels, and Michelin-starred restaurants, without having to spend too much money.
Top Beach Destination: Donegal
Donegal Ireland' s most northwestern county, has the country' s longest coastline and over 100 beaches, where visitors can enjoy the highest sea cliffs in Europe and miles of beautiful coastal hiking trails.
(1)、What can people do in Nairobi National Park?A、Enjoy adventure activities. B、Taste local delicious cuisine. C、See various wild animals. D、Appreciate musical performances.(2)、Why is The American Midwest considered to be the Best-Value Location?A、It has simplified entry procedures. B、It offers cost-effective experiences. C、It combines art with natural scenery. D、It provides good transportation services.(3)、What is the main purpose of the text?A、To entertain. B、To analyse. C、To inform. D、To report. -
17、第二节 书面表达
假定你是学生会主席李华,你校将举办一场中外交流活动,征集以" 我和春节" 为主题的优秀摄影作品。请你用英语写一则通知,内容包括:1. 活动的目的;
2. 活动的要求;
3. 表达期待。
注意:1. 词数100左右;
2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
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The Students' Union
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18、第一节 短文改错
假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文,请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误,每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。增加:在缺词处加一个漏字符号(∧),并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除:把多余的词用斜线(\)划掉。
修改:在错的词下划一横线,并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意:1. 每处错误及其修改均仅限一词;
2. 只允许修改10处,多者(从第11处起)不计分。
Last Sunday witnessed a friendly basketball game between students and teachers in our school with the aim of fueling students' passion for sports as well as release their overwhelming pressure. Bathing in sunshine, players from Grade 3 competed with their teachers in the basketball court surrounded by the rest of the students, who were watching excited. Both teams were playing at their best in high spirit. Although the teachers took the lead in a game at first, the students did not lose their heart and tried to catch up with their opponents. The game was filled in great excitement and passion, and ends in a draw of 2:2. Not only the exciting game relieve the students' intense stress, and their relationship with the teachers was also strengthened.
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19、 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。
Yangliuqing, an ancient town, is (locate)in Xiqing District of Tianjin, North China. It is known its rich cultural heritage and artistic traditions, particularly in the fields of painting, calligraphy and New Year woodblock(木版)paintings.
In 2022, Yangliuqing (include)on the list of national -level tourist areas, attracting (visit)and cultural enthusiasts from home and abroad. It dates back over 1,400 years and was once an (importance)business center along the Grand Canal. During the Ming(1368—1644)and Qing(1644—1911)dynasties, with the development of river transportation and trade, Yangliuqing became rich and (heavy)populated. Over the years, the town (develop)its artistic traditions, supporting talented painters and calligraphers.
With (it)beautiful scenery, fascinating cultural attractions and rich artistic legacy, Yangliuqing is also home to many historical sites, such as Shijia Mansion, An Mansion and Ruyi Street, as well as cultural landmarks like the Wenchang Pavilion and Puliang Pagoda.
A museum of folk customs opened last year and many buildings have been restored and preserved for the future. Enjoying large number of newly opened tourism spots, Yangliuqing is now a popular location for film and TV shoots, attracts a wealth of filmmakers.
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20、 第一节 完形填空 阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
On January 22, 2022, the British-Belgian 19-year-old, Rutherford, successfully 1 her microlight aircraft back at the Airport, from where she had departed 155 2 ago, fulfilling her dream to be the youngest woman to fly around the world solo.
" I feel 3 not only to break the Guinness World Record, but also to 4 the gender gap by 11 years between the current youngest man record holder, 18 at the time of his record, and the previous woman record holder, who was 30 when she 5 her ‘Dreams Soar' around-the-world flight. " Rutherford wrote on her blog. Rutherford' s journey 6 five continents and 52 countries began on August 18, 2021. She met many 7 delays along the way. They 8 an unscheduled stop in California 9 the fierce wildfires and a stop in Alaska to 10 her visa. She also faced several 11 in the air. Despite the severe difficulties, the 12 young pilot never gave up on her dream.
Rutherford grew up around 13 . Her British father flies commercially for Emirates Airlines, while her Belgian mother is also a pilot. The young girl began 14 how to fly at age 14. And she 15 her flight license in 2020. With her 16 of flying around the world attained, Rutherford now has her sights 17 even higher. She wants to become a(n) 18 and explore space.
She hopes that her journey will encourage more young women to 19 careers in flight. Currently the number of women pilots is just 5 percent. Rutherford says, " It' s an easy thing to say, but just 20 it. If you don' t try and see how high you can fly, then you' ll never know. "
(1)A 、 landed B 、 left C 、 started D 、 tried(2)A 、 weeks B 、 days C 、 months D 、 hours(3)A 、 thrilled B 、 upset C 、 bored D 、 anxious(4)A 、 increase B 、 widen C 、 leave D 、 narrow(5)A 、 gained B 、 succeeded C 、 completed D 、 began(6)A 、 taking B 、 crossing C 、 ignoring D 、 missing(7)A 、 unseen B 、 unable C 、 uncertain D 、 unexpected(8)A 、 tested B 、 included C 、 followed D 、 deleted(9)A 、 thanks to B 、 in regard to C 、 due to D 、 in addition to(10)A 、 renew B 、 reuse C 、 recover D 、 review(11)A 、 defeats B 、 prizes C 、 drawbacks D 、 challenges(12)A 、 smart B 、 determined C 、 disabled D 、 caring(13)A 、 ships B 、 trains C 、 airplanes D 、 cars(14)A 、 putting B 、 remembering C 、 hating D 、 learning(15)A 、 lent B 、 purchased C 、 obtained D 、 trained(16)A 、 effort B 、 proposal C 、 goal D 、 struggle(17)A 、 understood B 、 waved C 、 lost D 、 set(18)A 、 engineer B 、 astronaut C 、 pilot D 、 physicist(19)A 、 pursue B 、 perform C 、 search D 、 appreciate(20)A 、 go for B 、 come to C 、 put off D 、 set about