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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。
After a decade of negotiations, nearly 200 countries have agreed to a new United Nations treaty(条约)to protect the world's oceans, the first of its kind in 40 years. The High Seas Treaty aims to protect 30% of the open oceans by 2030, setting a plan in motion to preserve this vast area.
Oceans cover about 71% of the Earth's surface and are home to countless species of animals and plants. They play a crucial role in maintaining a healthy planet. However, overfishing and pollution from ships and other sources have severely impinged on many marine (海洋的)species and ecosystems.
The last major UN sea treaty in 1982 described the "high seas"—the parts of the oceans that aren't controlled by any country—but it did not protect them. The high seas, which account for two-thirds of the ocean, currently have only 1. 2% of their massive area protected. A marine protected area(MPA)is an area in the sea with strict rules about fishing and other activities. While more and more countries have established MPAs in their waters, most are not connected, limiting their effectiveness for migratory(迁徙的)species.
Last December, over 110 countries committed to protecting 30% of their land and ocean areas by 2030. The High Seas Treaty now enables the extension of this goal to the entire ocean. It aims to make 30% of the high seas become protected areas by 2030 and requires that proposed activities on the high seas undergo assessment for their potential impact on the ocean environment.
Reaching the agreement was challenging due to differing views on ocean protection among countries, such as limits on fishing or pollution. Disagreements also arose over sharing resources between rich and poor nations, with the latter seeking an assurance that resources benefit everyone, not just those in wealthy countries.
The treaty is not yet final and must be officially accepted at a UN meeting. Then it must be approved and signed by enough countries before it takes effect.
(1)、What is the main objective of the High Seas Treaty?A、To protect 30% of the open oceans by 2030. B、To allow unrestricted fishing on the high seas. C、To promote international tourism in marine areas. D、To establish new shipping routes on the high seas.(2)、What does the underlined phrase "impinged on" in Paragraph 2 probably mean?A、Exchanged. B、Assisted. C、Impacted. D、Defended.(3)、What does Paragraph 3 highlight?A、Strict rules of a marine protected area. B、Current measures to restrict overfishing. C、The limited number of migratory species. D、The lack of protection for the high seas.(4)、What is the best title of the text?A、New Plans to Develop Marine Resources B、A New UN Agreement to Preserve Open Oceans C、The Treaty Officially Accepted at a UN Meeting D、The Cooperation on Sharing Resources Equally -
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。
Lanrick Jr. Bennett holds a unique title in Toronto: bicycle mayor. He led a Halloween Kidical Mass ride recently, which I attended with my daughter, son-in-law, their two dogs, and my granddaughter. He is working towards making cycling mainstream and safe for all residents in the city. I did not know that Toronto had a bicycle mayor; I surely would have voted for him in an election.
The bicycle mayor program is run by BYCS, an Amsterdam-based global NGO that believes "bicycles transform cities and cities transform the world". Standing in the strange but wonderful Bentway, a park built under an elevated expressway, Bennett says, "BYCS has 150 bicycle mayors across the world. And through a few friends putting in some really nice letters of encouragement, BYCS offered me a two-year term as an advocate here in the city of Toronto, becoming the first bicycle mayor of the city."
Bennett says he is boosting the work being done to make cycling more mainstream in Toronto. "I am giving a bit more exposure to the great work that has allowed me to be able to ride a bike throughout the city. It's getting better, we're seeing more infrastructure(基础设施), and we're seeing more people not wanting to depend on cars as their primary piece. I'm happy that I have been part of a fantastic group thus far," says Bennett.
Since there's still a lot of work to do, Lanrick Jr. Bennett has been working hard to improve cycling conditions in Toronto, and his efforts have been recognized by the community. He has been advocating for more bike lanes(车道), better lighting, and other safety measures to make cycling a practical option for commuters(通勤者). It's great to see people like Lanrick
Jr. Bennett working towards making cycling safe and accessible for all residents.
(1)、What can we say about the author?A、She is fond of varieties of outdoor activities. B、She is supportive of efforts to promote cycling. C、She is planning to participate in the election for mayor. D、She is trying to make cycling the mainstream of the city.(2)、What message does Paragraph 2 give us?A、The way Bennett got his position. B、Transformation of Toronto city. C、Bennett's ambition to change the world. D、Mayor's deeds throughout the world.(3)、How does Bennett feel about his work?A、Upset. B、Challenged. C、Curious. D、Satisfied.(4)、What can we infer about the current state of bicycle infrastructure in Toronto?A、It is the best in the world due to the presence of BYCS. B、It has already well-developed and does not require improvement. C、It is improving, but further work and development are still needed. D、It is virtually non-existent, making Bennett's job extremely important. -
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。
Best Movies on Netflix
Parenthood
Year: 1989
Director: Ron Howard
Stars: Steve Martin, Mary Steenburgen, Dianne Wiest, Jason Robards, Rick Moranis
Parenthood is a feel-good family dramedy directed by Ron Howard, focusing on the parental anxieties of Gil Buckman(Steve Martin)and his family. The cast includes Dianne Wiest, Keanu Reeves, Joaquin Phoenix, Rick Moranis, and Jason Robards as Gil's father. The film has terrifying but painfully funny moments.
Beverly Hills Cop
Year: 1984
Director: Martin Brest
Stars: Eddie Murphy, Judge Reinhold, John Ashton, Lisa Eilbacher, Ronny Cox, Steven Berkoff
Eddie Murphy stars in Beverly Hills Cop, an action-packed comedy. Originally, Mickey Rourke and Sylvester Stallone were considered for the role before it was tailored for Murphy. This film showcases his cocky, wise-cracking persona(人格面具)as Axel Foley, who always remains in control despite being a fish out of water.
Starman
Year: 1984
Director: John Carpenter
Stars: Jeff Bridges, Karen Allen, Charles Martin Smith, Richard Jaeckel
John Carpenter's Starman was initially developed alongside E. T. and envisioned variously as a family drama or sci-fi film. Carpenter focused on dramatic, romantic aspects and the bond between a woman and an alien who looks like her dead husband. Despite similarities to E. T., Carpenter's unique touch is evident in the film's horror element s and the transformation of the alien into an adult Jeff Bridges.
Fletch
Year: 1985
Director: Michael Ritchie
Stars: Chevy Chase, Dana Wheeler-Nicholson, Tim Matheson, Joe Don Baker, Richard Libertini
Michael Ritchie's Fletch, starring Chevy Chase, is a comedy that draws from film noir(黑色电影). It showcases Irwin "Fletch" Fletcher, an investigative reporter known for ridiculous disguise(伪装). Filled with quotable lines and memorable scenes, this film becomes more enjoyable over time.
(1)、Who is the character Axel Foley designed for?A、Steve Martin. B、Mickey Rourke. C、Eddie Murphy. D、Sylvester Stallone.(2)、What is special about the character Irwin "Fletch" Fletcher?A、He is a reporter known for disguise. B、He plays a minor role in the movie. C、He is serious about his in-depth report. D、He is a detective fond of high-tech devices.(3)、What do the four movies have in common?A、They are considered realistic. B、They were released in the 80s. C、They are similar in plots and styles. D、They are directed by the same director. -
4、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What does the speaker first talk about the school?A、Its history. B、Its clubs. C、Its environmental practices.(2)、Who takes care of the garden?A、The botanists. B、The students. C、The visitors.(3)、Which team has won national competitions?A、The art team. B、The basketball team. C、The robotics team.
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5、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What is the man?A、A volunteer. B、A director. C、A reporter.(2)、What type of film is the new movie?A、An action film. B、A romance film. C、A crime film.(3)、What does the man aim to do?A、To fill the education gap. B、To relieve world hunger. C、To solve racial conflicts.(4)、What is the highlight of the film according to the man?A、The actors. B、The story. C、The music.
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6、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What does the woman do on weekends?A、Volunteer at the soup kitchen. B、Raise donations for the homeless. C、Pay for the homeless' groceries.(2)、How does the woman find her community service?A、Demanding. B、Challenging. C、Meaningful.(3)、Where are the speakers?A、On a bus. B、At a store. C、In a church.
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7、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What did the man do last night?A、He attended a party. B、He celebrated his birthday. C、He gave a lesson at college.(2)、What does the woman suggest the man do?A、Learn to cook by himself. B、Balance his work and study. C、Concentrate on his graduation project.(3)、Where will the speakers probably go?A、To a restaurant. B、To the community college. C、To a cinema.
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8、 听材料,回答问题。(1)、What course does Professor Brooks teach this term?A、British literature. B、Academic writing. C、Debating skill.(2)、Why does Vicky come to talk with Professor Brooks?A、To submit her paper. B、To sign up for his course. C、To ask for a make-up chance.
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9、 What did the man's brother give him as a gift?A、A record. B、A drum. C、A guitar.
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10、 What are the speakers mainly talking about?A、Their apartment. B、A gym. C、Their company.
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11、 What does the man think of his roommate?A、Unreliable. B、Organized. C、Tidy.
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12、 What was the original price of the dress?A、$45. B、$50. C、$90.
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13、 Why does the woman come to Japan?A、To travel. B、To visit friends. C、To teach English.
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14、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。
"Jennifer, do you hike?" Karen said to me. "Yes, I hike," I replied. Karen's slim figure and sun-kissed cheeks suggested she was a regular hiker.
"Great, do you want to come with us tomorrow? We will meet in front of Bobbie's house at 6:30 before it is too hot, and we will go over to Thunderbird Mountain. It is about three miles in total. Does that sound OK?"
Three miles. I wasn't sure how long that was, partly because I didn't actually hike. I was somewhat familiar with the area where they planned to go, but our family had just moved from Oregon to Arizona. I walked our dog around the neighbourhood all the time before we moved here. But I wasn't sure if I had gone three miles. Being new to town and excited about an invitation from women I wanted to befriend, I accepted, saying, "Sure. That sounds great. We all benefit from hiking."
When this hiking conversation among my new friends occurred, I was at a monthly dinner for moms in my new neighborhood. The group was four women in their forties, all with high-school kids, jobs, a fondness for reading and music and tricks for simplifying work-life.
I was honored to be invited since making friends in my forties in a new town wasn't easy. After this re-location for my husband's career, making friends wasn't as simple for me as it was for him. He came to the community for a full-time position at a busy university. Our teenaged son and daughter immediately plugged into school through sports and clubs. I was enormously grateful for the ea se of the transition for my family, but nervous for myself. So, while at the monthly ladies' gathering, when hiking came up, I just played along, wanting to try something new.
The next day, I got up early and carefully selected comfortable hiking clothes. When I arrived at the designated friend's driveway a little early, Karen was standing there waiting. "Hey, Jennifer, I'm glad that you can come to hike," she said cheerfully and hugged me. When the others joined us, we started walking. I was sweaty and a little out of breath before we even started going uphill.
注意:
1.续写词数应为150个左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
"So, where did you hike in Oregon?" one of them asked, offering me a bottle of water.
By accepting the invitation to hike that day, I received a lot.
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15、你校于上周六举办了古诗朗诵比赛(Ancient Poetry Recitation Competition)。作为校英文报记者,请你写一篇报道,内容包括:
1.比赛目的;
2.前期准备;
3.比赛情况。
注意:
1.写作词数应为80个左右;
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
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16、阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
"I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work." Those are the words of Thomas Alva Edison, one of the greatest (inventor) in the history of the United States.
Edison, who grew up in the Midwest, was (large) self-educated. He earned 1,093 patents in his lifetime, including the lightbulb. Being successful businessman, Edison often reworked existing technology, making it more practical for widespread use.
Edison was born on February 11, 1847, a day that (celebrate) as National Inventors' Day today. The Thomas Edison Center, which was created in memory of Edison, is at Menlo Park in New Jersey. It is said that the seven years Edison spent at the lab he created in New Jersey were the most (product).
"Menlo Park is the birthplace of (record) sound. It was in Menlo Park Edison invented the phonograph (留声机) in 1877. The invention led to the 30-year-old Ohio native's international fame. From then on, he was known the "Wizard (奇才) of Menlo Park."
A phonograph was the first device that was used (reserve) sound. It was the precursor (先驱) to record albums and CDs. The original model had no volume knob (旋钮), so listeners would have to control the sound by (place) a sock in the machine. That's where we get the expression "put a sock in it", which means "stop talking".
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17、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。
That morning in September, at a five-kilometer race, I waited for my 11-year-old son at the finish line. He'd run 30:34 at another 5k in late spring, so I 1 he could run a 5k in about 30 minutes. When I didn't see him at the 35-minute mark, I began to 2 .
It'd already been an 3 morning. About an hour earlier, when we drove into town, my son noticed a lovely tiny green tree cricket (树蟋) in my car. It jumped onto my son's hand where it stayed so long that we eventually gave it a name: Little Friend.
Minutes before the race, it jumped onto the sidewalk. Maybe it wanted to seek freedom, but this wasn't a safe place due to the 4 pedestrian traffic. So my son knelt and 5 his hand. Little Friend came back. But I told him he would 6 it during the race.
I ran well and felt thrilled at the finish line. However, that 7 gave way to anxiety when my son didn't show up. I 8 asking people if they'd seen him. No one had. So I returned to the race headquarters. In my confusion, I didn't even see him 9 the finish line. But there he was, just ahead of the 45-minute mark, with Little Friend 10 on his right thumb.
My 11 were wrong. My son didn't run fast, and he didn't lose Little Friend. These two 12 seemed somehow related. He 13 a cold he was getting over, but I knew it was more than that.
Sometimes life gives you something beautiful, but fragile (易碎的). There's no need to 14 ahead. Treat it 15 and hold on when you can.
(1)A 、indicated B 、knew C 、meant D 、stressed(2)A 、question B 、forgive C 、panic D 、regret(3)A 、average B 、endless C 、unusual D 、original(4)A 、invisible B 、smooth C 、unpredictable D 、easy(5)A 、took out B 、reached out C 、gave away D 、put up(6)A 、lose B 、change C 、train D 、catch(7)A 、eagerness B 、nervousness C 、annoyance D 、excitement(8)A 、enjoyed B 、kept C 、practiced D 、stopped(9)A 、crossing B 、blocking C 、facing D 、touching(10)A 、arguing B 、sighing C 、riding D 、feeding(11)A 、evaluations B 、guesses C 、conclusions D 、comments(12)A 、facts B 、ideas C 、tasks D 、activities(13)A 、overcame B 、treated C 、received D 、blamed(14)A 、move B 、fly C 、struggle D 、rush(15)A 、gently B 、wisely C 、loosely D 、urgently -
18、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。
Do you need a career launch plan? It isn't absolutely essential but it can be extremely helpful! A well-created plan is not just about landing a job; it is about entering the professional field with a competitive edge. Beyond that, it's a strategy. Therefore, a career launch plan is your survival guide, helping you avoid the traps and seize the right opportunities. So why not follow the following tips to create a right career launch plan?
If you were to plan out your travel routes, what would you do? You're not just randomly moving; you're intentional about where you want to go and what you want to achieve. So is a career plan. It involves outlining specific and achievable goals that give direction to your career trajectory (轨迹).
Develop relevant skills. Once you've identified the qualifications and skills demanded in your ideal profession, it's time to acquire them! Sign up for courses, pursue certifications, or gain hands-on experience to enhance your skill set. .
Start your job hunt. Your approach to job applications should be more like a precision strike than a messy explosion of arrows in all directions. It's not just about quantity; it's about quality. Tailor each application to the specific role and company, emphasizing how your skills and experiences agree with their needs.
Stay flexible and agile (机敏的). The job market is changing, and being adaptable is an invaluable ability. Develop a mindset of continuous improvement—always seeking ways to enhance your skills, knowledge, and approach to stay relevant in the ever-evolving professional landscape.
A.Set your goals.
B.Research your options.
C.So, what should you do to deal with it?
D.To achieve this, develop a systematic approach to your job search.
E.By doing these, you're essentially improving your techniques!
F.The job market can be a jungle, especially when you're just starting.
G.The goal is to create a foundation that'll guide your career decisions.
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19、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。
The Ebola virus is an infectious disease that for years had almost no treatments, and it kill s about half the people it infects. Now a new study published in The Lancet Infectious Diseases shows that a promising vaccine (疫苗), named rVSV△G-ZEBOV-GP, doesn't just help to reduce infections, it also can cut those death numbers in half.
The vaccine is a single-dose (单剂) muscular one that causes cells to produce one of the virus's proteins. "Later, if the person is exposed to Ebola,"explains Rebecca Coulborn, a scientist with Epicentre, the medical research arm of Doctors Without Borders, "their immune system will recognize the viral protein. This recognition allows the immune system to be prepared to attack the virus and protect the person from Ebola virus disease."
Researchers showed rVSV△G-ZEBOV-GP was effective at reducing the risk of infection, but no one knew how capable it was of preventing death in someone who was vaccinated after becoming infected during an epidemic (流行病). To figure it out, Coulborn and her colleagues focused their efforts on the second-largest Ebola outbreak ever recorded, which occurred in the Democratic Republic of Congo between 2018 and 2020.
"Every single Ebola health facility across the entire Ebola epidemic had a standardized list of all admissions," says Coulborn. This list included 2,279 confirmed Ebola patients, and it recorded whether or not each person had been vaccinated before they got sick—and if so, when they'd received the vaccine.
Coulborn found the death rate was 56% among the unvaccinated. But for those who'd received the vaccine, that rate was cut in half. This was true no matter when someone got vaccinated before the appearance of symptoms. Additionally, those who'd been vaccinated had less virus circulating in their bodies than those who hadn't. So the vaccine played an important role.
Rebecca Coulborn says she feels buoyed by the results—since they offer clear evidence that people who're at risk of contracting Ebola should be vaccinated early. It's an opportunity to cut chains of transmission (传播) and prevent an outbreak before it gains speed.
(1)、What is Coulborn trying to talk about concerning the vaccine in paragraph 2?A、Who it attacks. B、Why it is developed. C、How it works. D、Where it comes from.(2)、Coulborn's team chose the second largest Ebola outbreak in Congo because ____.A、it listed health facilities B、it was easy to analyze C、it caused the fewest deaths D、it had a detailed record(3)、What did Coulborn probably suggest people infected do?A、Avoid connecting with each other. B、Get vaccinated as early as possible. C、Stay at home to reduce the spread. D、Learn to recognize the symptoms.(4)、What does the underlined word "buoyed" in the last paragraph probably mean?A、Encouraged. B、Relaxed. C、Astonished. D、Honored. -
20、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。
People have long watched moths (飞蛾) and other flying insects flock to streetlamps, lights and flames. These insects appear attracted by the light. But a new study suggests they may just lose track of which way is up.
Previous theories say light probably blinds flying insects so that they get trapped by the light, or maybe they interpret light at night as a place to fly for a quick escape. Now the new study suggests flying insects instead turn their backs to the sky's light to keep their feet pointing toward the ground. Insects naturally turn their backs toward light. But when that light is from an artificial source, it may affect their sense of direction, leading to them flying in circles or diving toward the ground.
At a field station in Costa Rica, Samuel Fabian, an entomologist from Imperial College London in England and his teammates set up hanging and standing lights, and then used high-speed cameras to track wild, flying insects including moths and flies. Some circled the lights endlessly, and others flew sharply upward, losing speed until they couldn't fly any higher. When the light source pointed up, some insects turned around and headed for the ground. During the flight, the insects always kept the lights at their back even if they'd end up crashing. Crash landings were common when the team lit up a white sheet on the floor. But not when a white sheet—stretched into a height above the floor—was bathed in diffuse (漫射) light, much as the sky would be, insects flew through the area without getting trapped by the light.
The team also observed some species in a lab. Moths and dragonflies generally behaved like the wild insects, and they kept the light at their backs. However, in the lab, fruit flies, like oleander hawk moths—which can fly in the dark—could fly over LED lights without being thrown off course. In the wild, though, the moths still crashed. Maybe this is because, Fabian says, the insects can sometimes control their response to light, or over time, they might learn to avoid artificial light.
(1)、Why do insects naturally turn their backs toward light?A、To get close to the light. B、To escape being caught quickly. C、To protect their feet better. D、To track where the ground is.(2)、What did the researchers find during the new study?A、Artificial light at night could put insects on a crash course. B、Artificial light signaled an escape route for the insects. C、The insects had a better sense of direction. D、The insects were flying toward the light.(3)、What is the author's purpose in mentioning oleander hawk moths?A、To stress the importance of the study. B、To prove the previous theory. C、To tell the existence of the exception. D、To explain the flight pattern.(4)、What could be the best title for the text?A、Artificial Light Makes Insects More Adaptable B、Insects May Lose Track near Artificial Light C、The Ways to Get Rid of Light Pollution D、Insects Learn to Fly for a Quick Escape