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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。
Recent research confirms what our farming ancestors have known for centuries about hedges(树篱). They conserve precious soil by acting as windbreaks and absorbing rainwater that would otherwise wash it from the fields. And hedges store carbon, putting them in the front line of our bi d to tackle the climate crisis.
However, hedges have had a tough time in the poor countryside, with farmers encouraged to tear them down in pursuit of maximum production and larger field s to accommodate ever-larger machinery. What's more, some hedges have been ignored. If left to their own. devices, they'll eventually become a line of trees. Some hedges each year lose their structures and fail to fulfil the primary duty as a barrier. Around a half of the nation's hedges have disappeared in the past century.
There are signs that "the tide is turning". The search for net zero has aroused many organizations' interest in the humble hedge's role as a carbon sink. The Climate Change Committee is recommending a 40 percent increase in hedges: an additional 200,000 km. Such recommendations are starting to drive policy. Cash-pressed farmers will be encouraged to create new hedges and improve their management of existing ones under the new Environmental Land Management Schemes, which will replace many of the existing agricultural support payments in coming years. Meanwhile, initiatives such as Close the Gap, led by the Tree Council, is providing funding and support to plug the gaps in existing hedges with new planting. There's even an app to help time-pressed farmers do a quick survey to spot where their hedges need some help.
This is a good time for hedges. Take some of the most pressing challenges facing the countryside, and indeed, the world as a whole—the climate crisis, soil erosion(侵蚀), insect attack and wider biodiversity loss—and hedges are part of the solution.
(1)、What does recent research show about hedges?A、They are unique landscapes in the rain. B、They act as dividing lines between fields. C、They have long been helpful to agriculture. D、They are frequently washed away from the fields.(2)、What does paragraph 2 mainly tell us about hedges?A、Their suffering. B、Their production. C、Their duties. D、Their structures.(3)、What is many organizations' attitude towards saving hedges?A、Puzzled. B、Concerned. C、Humble. D、Indifferent.(4)、What is the best title for the text?A、Hedges: Ancient Resources B、Hedges: Official Recommendations C、Restoring Hedges: Bringing Benefits to the Environment D、Researching Hedges: Originating from Farmers' Request -
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。
In an awe-inspiring incident, a young killer whale recently demonstrated remarkable intelligence by seeking assistance from a group of humans to save its trapped mother, which challenged our conventional understanding of wild predators(食肉动物).
The online viral video, shared by Alvin Foo, began with a young killer whale emitting distressing cries towards a group of people on a boat. Recognizing the urgency of the situation, the concerned individuals promptly responded by contacting a rescue team. The young whale's desperate request for help touched more people's hearts and set a truly extraordinary chain of events in motion.
As the rescue team arrived, they were amazed to witness the young killer whale's playful interaction with the humans. The whale appeared elated, seemingly understanding that assistance had finally arrived. This interaction between the mother killer whale and rescuers underlined the potential for mutual understanding beyond the boundary of traditional predator-prey relationships.
The young whale took on the role of a guide, leading the rescue team to its mother trapped in a fishing net. It navigated the water with purpose, as if fully aware that the humans possessed the means to save its mother. This display of intelligence left the rescuers in awe, highlighting the complex cognitive abilities of these magnificent marine creatures. With its guidance, the rescue team swiftly initiated the liberation process, carefully cutting the net to free the trapped whale. Astonishingly, they seemed to understand that the humans were there to help and did as asked.
The instant the mother whale was finally freed, an eruption of joyous cries filled the air. The emotional outpouring conveyed the immense gratitude of both the mother whale and the young whale to the humans who had intervened. As the rescue team made their way back to shore, the two whales swam alongside them. This heart-warming sight emphasized the lasting impact of the rescue. The bond formed through this extraordinary rescue operation was well obvious, proving that the profound connections can be established between various species. The journey back to safety symbolized the victory of compassion over adversity.
(1)、What can we learn about the video from paragraph 2?A、It spread widely. B、It went unnoticed. C、It documented humans' requesting help. D、It recorded passive response to the rescue.(2)、What does the underlined word "elated" in paragraph 3 mean?A、Tired. B、Excited. C、Frightened. D、Confused.(3)、What is the young whale like?A、Wise and cooperative. B、Complex and mysterious. C、Curious and careful. D、Wild and rude.(4)、What does the author mainly want to convey in the last paragraph?A、Adversity is a good discipline. B、It is urgent to protect wildlife. C、Different species can coexist in harmony. D、Human intervention poses a threat to whales. -
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。
Let's get to some famous attractions in London!
Chinatown
At the beginning of the 20th century, many Chinese immigrants gathered together in the East End of London and set about creating businesses to provide services for Chinese people who frequented the area. In the 1930s and 1940s, with a large inflow of immigrants from Hong Kong and a growth in popularity of Chinese cooking style, many Chinese restaurants opened elsewhere.
Natural History Museum
It was ever known as part of the British Museum which was established in 1753. The museum exhibits a large number of cultural relics. It holds collections coming from every continent around the globe. It exhibits millions of life and earth samples, and visitors can witness collections having great scientific value like samples that were collected by Charles Darwin.
Madame Tussauds London
The museum is created by the w ax sculptress, Marie Tussaud. Located on Marylebone Road, it is the first Madame Tussaud's museum, which opened about 200 years ago, though there are now a variety of other branches within different cities around the globe. The museum hosts lifelike figures, including royal people, film stars, sports stars and models.
Royal Observatory, Greenwich
The Royal Observatory, Greenwich in London, has played a global role in the history of astronomy and navigation. It was established in 1675 with the key function being to set right the places of the fixed stars and find the desired navigational places. With its position overlooking the River Thames in central London, it makes for an excellent tourist attraction on a year-round basis.
(1)、Where is the text most probably taken from?A、A course plan. B、A tourism journal. C、A science magazine. D、A history textbook.(2)、What makes Natural History Museum different from the other three places?A、Its scientific samples. B、Its birth city. C、Its Chinese architectural style. D、Its lifelike figures.(3)、Which attraction has the longest history?A、Chinatown. B、Natural History Museum. C、Madame Tussauds London. D、Royal Observatory, Greenwich. -
4、 听录音,回答问题。(1)、What is the speaker's purpose in starting a new magazine?A、To become famous. B、To earn more money. C、To do something different.(2)、What is the major difference between the speaker's magazine and a local newspaper?A、The contents. B、The appearance. C、The places of purchase.(3)、What can people find in the second part of the magazine?A、Articles about local people. B、Reviews of famous works of art. C、Advice on local business development.(4)、In which part can people get the information about special events?A、The first part. B、The second part. C、The third part.
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5、 听录音,回答问题。(1)、When did the man reserve the room?A、Seven days ago. B、Three days ago. C、Two days ago.(2)、Where does the man plan to go?A、To New York. B、To Shanghai. C、To London.(3)、Which floor is the cafe bar on?A、The top floor. B、The eighth floor. C、The ground floor.
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6、 听录音,回答问题。(1)、Why does the man want to get a car?A、It is on sale now. B、It is useful for his work. C、He just got a lot of money.(2)、What is the most important for the man to buy a car?A、The quality. B、The price. C、The size.(3)、How much will the man pay for the first time?A、2,500 dollars. B、13,800 dollars. C、43,800 dollars.
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7、 听录音,回答问题。(1)、Where is Mr Griffin?A、In his office. B、In the meeting room. C、In the hospital.(2)、Why does the man speaker change the appointment time?A、He has an accident. B、He has to repair his car. C、He has to send a girl to hospital.(3)、What day is it today?A、Wednesday. B、Thursday. C、Friday.
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8、 听录音,回答问题。(1)、What will the boy do on Saturday?A、Go shopping. B、Have a picnic. C、Stay at home with friends.(2)、What will the woman buy for the boy tomorrow?A、Sausages. B、Salads. C、Pies.
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9、 Where does the man want to live?A、In a city. B、In the countryside. C、In a big town.
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10、 Why does the woman intend to go to Rome?A、To work. B、To travel. C、To study.
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11、 What color was the woman's bedroom before?A、Green. B、Pink. C、Blue.
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12、 What does the woman think of the trip?A、Terrible. B、Worthless. C、Great.
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13、 Who is wearing a black hat?A、Mike. B、Sam. C、John.
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14、 第二节阅读下面的材料,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。
Lisa checked the words on her spelling test again and again. If she got full marks today, she would win her class'Spelling Challenge and a prize, a series of books that she had onged for. Plus, Mr. Matt had promised to sing a song in front of the whole class if anyone got a perfect score.
Three more words to go. N-i-ce-l-y. Q-u-i-c-k-l-y. H-o-n-e-s-t-y. Wait! She'd spelled honesty, not honestly! She erased "-ty" and wrote"-ly" before handing in her paper. Mr. Matt graded the papers while the students were at rest.
After a break, Lisa hurried into the classroom, sitting in her seat nervously—Mr. Matt walked to the front of the room and cleared his throat. "Congratulations, Lisa! You did it!" Then, he kept his promise and began to sing. He sang so well that the whole class erupted!
Mr. Matt presented Lisa with her prize. A big smile spread across Lisa's face as she read the label on the books: To Lisa, for her perfect score in spelling.
As Lisa burst through the front door after school, Mom asked, "Everything OK?" "Everything's perfect!" Lisa shouted, showing Mom her spelling test and prize.
Mom hugged her. "Well done, Lisa"
Lisa scooped up(抱起)her cat. "Can you spell nicely, Casper? And quickly and honestly, and…"It suddenly occurred to her that she had misspelled the word. Rooted to the spot, Lisa reflected on how she could tell the whole class she shouldn't have earned the prize at all. She dashed into her room and pulled out the test paper. "If I put the missing 't' back in, no one would ever know, "she thought. Recalling the joyful moment, a mixture of guilt and unwillingness overwhelmed her.
注意:1. 续写词数应为150左右;2. 请按如下格式作答。
Paragraph 1
That night, Lisa couldn t go to sleep, reflecting in bed.
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The next day, arriving early at school, Lisa pushed open the door of Mr:Matts gffice.
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15、 第 一 节书面表达
你们学校即将举办主题为"用英文讲中国故事"的演讲比赛。请你以一个具有典型中国元素的 节日作为你的演讲主题写一篇演讲稿。内容包括:1. 节日简介及庆祝活动;2. 节日的意义或启迪。
注意:1. 词数80左右,开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数;2. 可适当加入细节,使内容充实、行文连贯。
My name is Li Hua.
Thank you for listening.
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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。
Volunteer travel, also known as voluntourism, refers to taking a trip purpose is to participate in an aranged service opportunity to give back to the local community and make a difference. Volunteer travel dates back to the 1960s, when Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO), an international volunteer organization,(found) by Alec Dickson and his wife Mora from the UK. Various activities . (involve)in volunteer travel can be held, ranging from conservation work to education and healthcare projects. These projects are. (typical) organized by nonprofit organizations or travel agencies that specialize in responsible and sustainable tourism.
Volunteer travel can help address social and environmental issues, contribute to local development projects help with disaster relief efforts. . (work)voluntarily while exploring new destinations and cultures allows individuals (learn)new skills and gain a deeper understanding of a country and its people.
Volunteer travel in rural areas is now attracting more urban (visit)as a break from the fast and stressful pace of urban living. It has indeed been a growing trend for urban residents to volunteer in rural areas. For those who are sick urban pressure but can't decide whether to move to the countryside, volunteer travel can be. alternative solution.
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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。
Eight years ago, Nancy Alguire gave birth to a little girl with Down syndrome (唐氏综合征)named Ruby. The love Alguire felt for her daughter.1 her to create a scholarship of $2, 000 to2 another child with Down syndrome but wanting to go to college.
"I really just wanted the world to see what I saw in her, which was that she was extraordinary", Alguire. 3 with CBS News.
The initial 4 of sending one child to college didn't quite go as planned. The family actually5 to raise funds for 11 kids with Down syndrome in that year. From there, Ruby's Rainbow was6 . It is a non profit organization aimed at securing higher education for those with Down syndrome and giving them the.7 not only to learn, but also to become more independent and able to8 society.
Eight years later this scholarship program has snowballed into something much.9 . Through the charity, $1. 2 million has been raised, allowing many people with Down syndrome to.10 their dreams of a higher education and show the11 just how amazing they are.
However, although the scholarship program is a wonderful educational opportunity, what matters most is the12 message this sends to parents of children with Down syndrome, or parents expecting a child with that extra chromosome.
Alguire wants parents to feel13 .She wants parents not to be afraid of a Down syndrome diagnosis. As she shares, "When the parents find our website, they will see all of these amazing, beautiful, capable faces, and people who are out there with Down syndrome .14 happy lives. And suddenly, they're crying tears of15 for the future. "
(1)A 、 persuaded B 、 allowed C 、 urged D 、 inspired(2)A 、 adopt B 、 invite C 、 help D 、 find(3)A 、 shared B 、 argued C 、 consulted D 、 complained(4)A 、 concept B 、 explanation C 、 order D 、 project(5)A 、 tried B 、 managed C 、 promised D 、 determined(6)A 、 donated B 、 designed C 、 bom D 、 provided(7)A 、 permission B 、 opportunity C 、 plan D 、 desire(8)A 、 appeal to B 、 relate to C 、 contribute to D 、 apply to(9)A 、 bigger B 、 faster C 、 higher D 、 wider(10)A 、 make B 、 achieve C 、 change D 、 set(11)A 、 world B 、 audience C 、 family D 、 organization(12)A 、 challenging B 、 negative C 、 positive D 、 controversial(13)A 、 hopeful B 、 meaningful C 、 grateful D 、 useful(14)A 、 rebuilding B 、 enriching C 、 creating D 、 leading(15)A 、 sadness B 、 joy C 、 guilt D 、 anxiety -
18、 阅读下列短文,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项。
When you were at school, were you ever told to stop daydreaming and concentrate?. , it was easy for your mind to wander. Staying focused can still be a challenge in adult life, but understanding how to do it, and knowing what is distracting you, can help.
Scientists have looked at what makes us time delay and found a number of ways to help us stay in the zone. . Research by Science Focus magazine found silence is best for concentration, or a gentle background hum and coffee shop noise is great!It also found turning off notifications on your phone, or switching it off altogether, removes a major distraction and helps us focus on the task at hand.
Another possible cure for a short attention span is brain training. Psychologists and neuroscientists are increasingly interested in our ability to get serious and have looked at what we can change inside our head to make us concentrate. It proves that making a task more visually demanding takes up more processing power and leaves the brain nothing left to process distractions. .
There are more practical tips to keeping your mind focused. . It's possible the movement in your mouth occupies parts of the brain that might otherwise get distracted.
. "If we were always so focused that we never got distracted, we'd miss potential changes, such as threats, in our environment. Distraction is vital for survival. "
A. When you were concentrating on your study
B. So, keeping your mind busy might be the answer
C. One of the most obvious things is excluding noise
D. If you weren't interested in what you were learning
E. However, distraction isn't all bad under some conditions
F. On the whole, we should make efforts to get rid of the bad impact of distraction
G. These include making a list of the tasks, finding a suitable workspace, or chewing some gum
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19、 阅读下列短文,从每题给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳答案。
Humans are not the only fashionistas in the animal kingdom. Titmice can be fashion-victims, too, apparently. A study by Sonja Wild and Lucy Aplin shows that, given the chance, titmice decorate their nests with this season's must-have color.
Dr. Wild and Dr. Aplin were following up the work published in 1934 by Henry Smith Williams, an American naturalist. He noticed that when he put various colored balls of yarn(纱)out in his garden, almost always one and only one became popular that season for incorporation into local birds'nests. But which particular hue(颜色)was favored varied from season to season. This suggested that the color chosen by one of the early birds was spotted and copied by others.
Williams's work was, however, forgotten until Dr. Wild and Dr. Aplin came across it while following up on a different study. This group noted that, during any given breeding season, the blue titmice they were investigating tended to incorporate the same plants into their nests regardless of how abundant those herbs actually were. This, too, suggested fashion-following—and it likewise led Dr. Wild and Dr. Aplin to speculate that birds were studying the nests of others and copying them. They therefore set out to re-run Williams's experiment.
According to the study, of 68 titmice nests built that season in the experimental areas, 26 included wool from a dispenser(分配器). Of these, 18 were constructed after both colors had become available from all dispensers. Even so, 10 of that 18 included only the color of wool first chosen by a nestbuilder. By contrast, all eight wool-bearing nests in the control zone contained a mixture of colors—a statistically significant difference.
Titmice, then, do seem to be "on trend"when it comes to nest-building materials. Why that should happen remains unclear. Dr. Wild and Dr. Aplin suspect the trendsetters are older birds, and that evolution favors younger ones copying their elders since those elders have evidently survived what fortune throws at a titmouse. Williams's onginal work, though, suggested such initial choices were arbitrary(任意的), a bit like those of the leaders of human fashions.
(1)、What proved titmice's fashion-following in Williams's study?A、They tended to make their nests colorful. B、They had their favorite color all the year round. C、They decorated their nests in the breeding season. D、They chose the same colored materials for their nests.(2)、How did Dr Wild and Dr Aplin prove their study?A、By analyzing the shapes of titmice's nests. B、By recording the sound of titmice carefully. C、By collecting some actual numbers about titmice. D、By observing the course of titmice's building nests.(3)、What did older birds'color choice suggest according to Williams's work?A、It came mainly from their habit. B、It was based on random choices. C、It was basically out of their nature. D、It reflected the power of elder birds.(4)、What is the best title for the text?A、Birds can make their nests colorful. B、Birds can learn fashionable lifestyles. C、Birds can follow the fashion of humans. D、Birds can be just as fashion-conscious as people. -
20、 阅读下列短文,从每题给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳答案。
Recently, the "city walk" has been gaining steam among residents and tourists around China. Or social platform Xiaohongshu, data shows that the number of city walk-related topic posts has increased by 700 percent over the past three months, and the total number of interactions has increased by more than 600 percent
A city walk is a form of urban tourism originating in the UK. Unlike traditional sightseeing, which aims to hit famous attractions and commercial center, usually by vehicles with tense schedules, city walk is about" toaming"(漫步)around a city on foot, soaking up the atmosphere and finding unusual things that even a resident of the city might not have noticed before. Such walks generally avoid famous scenic spots and shopping centers, and take you to places where you can have real interactions with the local people, eat at small but authentic restaurants, and gain a deeper understanding of the history and culture of the city.
City walkers are a cast of people who possess intense curiosity. They are eager to engage with the city they are visiting or reside in their own way. By" roaming" on foot, city walkers can better feel the texture and listen to the breath of a place. They seek pleasure more through connection than consumption, which indicates a deep cultural curiosity. For example, in Chongqing, if you don't take a walk, you can hardly experience the unique geographical charm of the mountainous city. Whether wandering through the hutongs in Beijing or exploring the Chinese parasol tree district in Shanghai, city walks provide an opportunity for people to discover the beauty of the surroundings beyond the surface and uncover hidden knowledge.
The appeal of a city walk lies in the young generation's changing attitude toward life-pursuing quality leisure time while being occupied with demanding workloads and limited time for exploration. While roaming along the road, you can entirely focus on yourself and listen to your inner voice and care for what you feel, which is a way to love yourself and benefit your mental health. Just like Oscar Wilde once said, "To love oneself is the beginning of a lifelong romance."
(1)、What do the underlined words "gaining steam"in paragraph 1 probably mean?A、Becoming popular. B、Getting outdated. C、Raising concerns. D、Causing trouble.(2)、How does the city walk differ from traditional sightseeing?A、It pursues economical tourism. B、It is usually well-organized and scheduled. C、It helps promote the authentic food of the destination. D、It focuses on feeling the local culture by connecting the city.(3)、What do we know about city walkers?A、They are keen to buy souvenirs. B、They tend to walk as much as possible. C、They have strong curiosity about the local culture. D、They prefer the city landscape to the natural scenery.(4)、What is the last paragraph mainly about?A、Why young people love a city walk. B、What people often do during a city walk. C、Why city walk changes people's lifestyle. D、How popular the city walk is among citizens.