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2024-2025學年河南省百師聯盟聯考高二上學期10月月考英語試題
考生注意：
1. 答卷前，考生務必將自己的姓名、準考證號填寫在答題卡上。
2. 回答選擇題時，選出每小題答案后，用2B鉛筆把答題卡上對應題目的答案標號涂黑;如需改動，用橡皮擦干凈后，再選涂其他答案標號。回答非選擇題時，將答案寫在答題卡上，寫在本試卷上無效。
3. 考試結束后，將本試卷和答題卡一并交回。
考試時間為120分鐘，滿分150分
第一部分 聽力(共兩節，滿分30分)
做題時，先將答案標在試卷上。錄音內容結束后，你將有兩分鐘的時間將試卷上的答案轉涂到答題卡上。
第一節(共5小題;每小題1. 5分，滿分7. 5分)
聽下面5段對話。每段對話后有一個小題，從題中所給的A、B、C三個選項中選出最佳選項，并標在試卷的相應位置。聽完每段對話后，你都有10秒鐘的時間來回答有關小題和閱讀下一小題。每段對話僅讀一遍。
1 What might be the woman
A. A bank clerk. B. An accountant. C. A shop assistant.
2. What are the speakers talking about
A. A truck. B. Traffic rules. C. An accident.
3. Whose birthday falls on the weekend
A. Jim’s. B. Tom’s. C. Kate’s.
4. What is the woman’s study tip
A. Learn while playing. B. Have breaks while study. C. Study for an hour each day.
5. Why is the traffic so heavy here
A. The street is too narrow.
B. There are too many shops and visitors.
C. The transport department never cared about it.
第二節(共15小題;每小題1. 5分，滿分22. 5分)
聽下面5 段對話或獨白。每段對話或獨白后有幾個小題，從題中所給的A、B、C三個選項中選出最佳選項。聽每段對話或獨白前，你將有時間閱讀各個小題，每小題5 秒鐘;聽完后，各小題將給出5 秒鐘的作答時間。每段對話或獨白讀兩遍。
聽第6段材料，回答第6、7題。
6. What does the man think of London
A Its living cost is high. B. It is modern and fashionable. C. The life there is peaceful.
7. Where are the speakers
A. New York. B. London. C. Paris.
聽第7段材料，回答第8至10題。
8. How often are children’s workshops held
A. Daily. B. Weekly. C. Monthly.
9. What is the age limit
A. Above two. B. Above five. C. Above eight.
10. What will the woman bring
A. Some glue. B. Model castles. C. Bottle tops.
第8段材料, 回答第 11 至 13 題。
11. Why was the woman annoyed
A. The man ignored her.
B. The man spoke to her rudely.
C. The man didn’t order coffee for her.
12. What is the possible relationship between the speakers
A. Colleagues. B. Wife and husband. C. Friends.
13. What will the man do next
A. Turn off his phone. B. Meet with a friend. C. Send a quick message.
聽第9段材料，回答第14至17題。
14. How many boys are invited
A. One. B. Two. C. Three.
15. What does the man ask the woman to do
A. Keep a secret. B. Give him a chance. C. Look after Marco.
16. What are the speakers doing
A. Having a barbecue. B. Sending out invitations. C. Making a plan.
17. Who will fail to attend the barbecue
A. Leah. B. Sam. C. Carla.
聽第10段材料，回答第18至20題。
18. Why is the speaker familiar with Prague
A. He spent his university life there.
B. He once worked there for five days.
C. He once read about it at university.
19. What did the speaker do in Prague
A. He learned to cook biscuits. B. He had his old house repaired. C. He tasted many different foods.
20. Where are the baby statues
A. On the Petrin Hill. B. On the TV Tower. C. On the Charles Bridge.
第二部分 閱讀理解(共兩節，滿分50分)
第一節(共15小題;每小題2. 5分，滿分37. 5分)
閱讀下列短文，從每題所給的A、B、C和D四個選項中，選出最佳選項。
A
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1. Who most probably prefer to attend African Wildlife Reserve program
A. Animal lovers. B. Adventure explorers.
C. Vacation campers. D. Documentary producers.
2 What is the aim of the Private Island Marine Experience program
A. To discover marine resources. B. To develop new wildlife parks.
C. To protect the sea life. D. To conduct biological research.
3. What do the volunteers in Sri Lanka and Indonesia have in common
A. They are keen to explore. B. They are helpful in English.
C. They are from local communities. D. They are better at career choices.
B
My coworker Sophia announced that she was pregnant with her third child. This would be my first time working with her while she was pregnant, so when the discussion came about whether we should pool together our money for some baby gifts, I was excited and was all in. We also decided to turn it into a small party, and we would each make a dish for lunch.
The difficult part of this is my coworker is allergic (過敏的) to many things — dairy, shellfish, tomatoes, certain fruits, and many more things. We have talked about her allergies before when discussing what to get for takeout lunches, but we hadn’t committed the list to memory. Over the course of two or three weeks, we would try to have her allergies naturally come into conversation, and write down the good foods and the bad foods. When we were pretty confident that we had gotten enough, we shared the list with everyone in the office.
The day of the party arrived, and we set up the table while my coworker was on her morning break. When she came back, we led her to the table, and she was surprised by all of the gifts. Once she opened the gifts, we started to bring out lunch. We went around the room explaining our dishes and what ingredients were included and excluded (排除). She realized we had all made the dishes specifically to fit with her diet, and she burst into tears, saying that it was one of the nicest things that had happened to her.
It was a rewarding feeling, to be able to do something so small as make lunch for someone and get that reaction. Going forward, we don’t make everything without her allergens (過敏原), but we do make sure there are at least a few dishes she can have, and we prevent cross-pollution whenever possible.
4. What was the author’s reaction when Sophia announced her pregnancy
A. He was hesitant to buy her baby gifts. B. He was concerned about her allergies.
C. He was unsure about holding the party. D. He was eager to make contributions.
5. How did the author and his colleagues handle Sophia’s allergies
A. They ignored them and prepared the dishes they liked.
B. They identified her allergies and treated them cooperatively.
C. They confirmed her allergens and created a food list secretly.
D. They asked her to provide a list of safe foods for the party.
6. How did Sophia feel about the party
A. She was touched and emotional. B. She was annoyed by the attention.
C. She was delighted to have a big meal. D. She was disappointed with the food options.
7. What will the author and his coworkers do in their future lunches
A. They will stop making lunch altogether.
B. They will prepare a few dishes Sophia can eat.
C. They will eat takeout instead of preparing lunch.
D. They will exclude Sophia’s allergens from all dishes.
C
New Scientist magazine’s chief reporter Adam Vaughan recently published “How your day will look in a carbon- neutral (碳中和) world.” Here, he imagines what a typical day would be like in the future — through the eyes of Isla, “a child in 2050” — after we’ve cut carbon emissions (排放). Vaughan acknowledges the writing is out of imagination but it is concluded by research, expert opinion, and experiments happening right now.
Isla lives in the United Kingdom — will it still be a united kingdom in 2050 — and her life looks pretty much like life does today: She has a house a car and a job. There are forests, and giant machines taking carbon dioxide (二氧化碳) out of the atmosphere. It all sounds like a green and pleasant land, but it didn’t sound like the future to me. It’s just like the life we are living now.
It’s an interesting exercise, imagining what it will be like in about 30 years. I thought I would give it a try: Here is my story about Edie, living in Toronto, Canada in 2050.
Edie’s alarm goes off at 4: 00 a. m. She gets up folds up the bed in the garage that is her apartment and workshop. She considers herself to be very lucky to have this garage. The only people that live in houses these days are multi-millionaires from all over the world, especially from Arizona and other southern states, wishing to move to Canada with its cooler climate and plentiful water. They can afford the million-dollar immigrant visa fee.
At that time, there are no office or industrial jobs anymore: Artificial Intelligence and robots will take care of that. The few jobs left are in service, culture or health care. Luckily, Edie has her job.
She checks the balance in her Personal Carbon Allowance (PCA) account to see if she has enough to buy another battery for her e-bike. If she doesn’t have enough then she will have to buy carbon credits, and they are expensive. She sets her alarm for 6: 00 p. m. when the streets of Toronto will come alive again on this hot November day.
8. What can we know about Adam Vaughan’s passage
A. It is about creative imagination. B. It mainly describes advance in science.
C. It is his vision of the future. D. It focuses on solutions to carbon emissions.
9. What does the author think of Isla’s life
A. Satisfying. B. Extraordinary. C. Meaningful. D. Ordinary.
10. Why do people like Canada according to Edie
A. People want to get better education. B. The living expense there is rather low.
C. It has a cool and comfortable temperature. D. The water in Canada hasn’t been polluted.
11. What does the author intend to tell us
A. What our life will be like in 2050. B. Two woman’s entirely different lives.
C. A look into Adam Vaughan’s Life. D. How we can handle the carbon problem.
D
Recently, South Australia has committed an additional $17.1 million to the National Fire Ant Eradication Program to fight against one of the world’s most invasive pests—the red imported fire ant.
They might be only 2-6mm long, but they can destroy crops and machinery, and make yards, parks, and farmlands unusable. They can also damage electrical equipment including streetlights and telecommunication networks. And they can bring a painful sting (叮) that has the potential to cause a deadly allergic reaction in people, pets and livestock.
The red fire ants, which were from South American countries and were first discovered in Brisbane in 2001, have not been discovered in South Australia and currently are only present in Queensland and New South Wales (NSW). But they can spread to new territory quickly. Five nests (巢) were ascertained in northern NSW in November 2023. The ants generally spread through human activity, mainly the moving of polluted soil, plants or agricultural machinery, and once in a new area, they can rapidly establish a new nest.
The National Fire Ant Eradication Program includes a four-year response plan worth $ 592.8 million, which will use the latest technology and innovative approaches to eventually sweep away fire ants. The State Government’s latest funding commitment is on top of $6.5 million already committed to the program.
Reece Pianta, Advocacy Manager with the Invasive Species Council, said “Fire ants are one of the world’s worst super-pests and if they are allowed to spread, their economic impact will be greater than rabbits, feral cats and foxes combined. They will damage Australia’s environment and agriculture, cost our economy billions annually and we could see hundreds of thousands of extra medical visits every year as they sting Australians at the park or in the backyard.”
Red imported fire ants are a notifiable (須申報的) pest in South Australia which means there is a legal obligation for people to report any suspected detections to the Exotic Plant Pest Hotline on 1800084881.
12. What does paragraph 2 mainly talk about
A. The prediction for the program. B. The impact of the red fire ants.
C. The appearance of the ants. D. The South Australia’s policy.
13. What does the underlined word “ascertained” mean in paragraph 3
A. Established. B. Restored. C. Displayed. D. Detected.
14. What may red fire ants result in according to Reece Pianta
A. Enormous economic losses. B. Run-down tourism.
C. Environmental pollution. D. Outdated medical service.
15. What is the best title of the text
A. Red Fire Ants Are Spreading in Australia B. Millions Added to Fight Deadly Fire Ants
C. Australians Are Warned of The Red Fire Ants D. A New Approach for Sweeping Away Fire Ants
第二節(共5小題;每小題2. 5分，滿分12. 5分)
根據短文內容，從短文后的選項中選出能填入空白處的最佳選項。選項中有兩項為多余選項。
Brain exercises to improve memory
Memory is an intellectual ability to collect, store and recall events that people have experienced in the past. Not many of us can boast of a good memory. Scientists have found a direct relationship between exercises and brain health. Here are some brain exercises to improve memory.
Studying a new language
This is a good way to enhance the ability of thinking and gathering information to the brain. You will probably find it difficult to memorize the vocabulary of a foreign language. ___16___ Learning a new language helps the brain work continuously and improves memory.
Focusing within 8 seconds
You should focus thinking about something to remember (anniversary for grandparents, class meeting time ···) within 8 seconds. 8 seconds seems to be a very short time. However it is the time necessary to move information from short-term memory into long-term memory of the people. ___17___ Therefore, you should apply and practice every day.
Positive thinking
___18___ Having a comfortable life is the aim of this brain exercise to improve memory. Life and spirit are always happy to have an plentiful strength and a toughness memory. An optimistic mindset, love life will increase the work efficiency of the brain and help you avoid depression, and bring you much joy and happiness.
___19___
It’s very easy to do this exercise. You close your eyes, count the color of the letters in order in the Google name, or the name of the stores in front of your house, then you check for accuracy. You should gradually increase the difficulty of the exercises to get sharp memory. You can also do brain exercise to improve memory from: write down a bunch of words, read once and think quickly to see how many words you can remember. ___20___
A. Closing your eyes
B. Build up your vocabulary
C. You should start with 10 words and increase gradually.
D. Regularly read articles and new lists of words to have a healthy brain.
E. This is actually a method that some studies have tested and confirmed.
F. But the more difficult to remember, the more brain function work properly.
G. The method is always thinking about a better future: simple life, happy family, good children.
第三部分 語言運用(共兩節，滿分30分)
第一節(共15小題;每小題1分，滿分15分)
閱讀下面短文，從短文后各題所給的A、B、C和D 四個選項中，選出可以填入空白處的最佳選項。
Many people dream of walking across their college graduation stage to accept the diploma (畢業文憑) that they’ve worked so hard for. In Alfonso Gonzales’ case, that moment was ____21____ . Although at the age of 96, Gonzales ____22____ , not walked, across the stage, the moment was still everything he hoped for. As the entire crowd of staff and students ____23____ their hands warmly, Gonzales raised his hand in ____24____ with a smile that lit up the entire room.
It took Gonzales six decades to ____25____ the degree he started out to finish. He first started towards his degree as a zoology (動物學) student in 1947. But real life was not easy. As he began ____26____ with his brothers, he never made time to ____27____ attend his school’s graduation.
Years later, when his daughter tried to help him by ____28____ the diploma for him, the family was ____29____ to learn that he actually lacked only one credit for graduation. The school, ____30____ , created a one-credit ____31____ just for Gonzales so he could complete his degree. “I did this for my family, ” Gonzales said at the ceremony. “I did this to ____32____ them. ”
Gonzales earned his college degree from USC in 2016, making him the school’s ____33____ graduate. And after all that hard work, the ____34____ college graduate had only one big plan. “I’m going to take my nap (小睡) ,” he ___35___ with a smile. We’d say that’s one nap well-earned.
21. A. regular B. desperate C. fortunate D. special
22. A. ran B. climbed C. wheeled D. awaited
23. A. clapping B. holding C. shaking D. waving
24. A. relief B. victory C. surprise D. alarm
25. A. complete B. start C. select D. found
26. A. playing B. working C. cooperating D. competing
27. A. distinctly B. gradually C. actually D. immediately
28. A. turning down B. looking through C. picking up D. putting away
29. A. devoted B. disappointed C. embarrassed D. shocked
30. A. in response B. in return C. in turn D. in advance
31. A. essay B. book C. academy D. course
32. A. advocate B. inspire C. rescue D. evaluate
33. A. cleverest B. strongest C. happiest D. oldest
34. A. new B. young C. honest D. strange
35. A. questioned B. joked C. clarified D. complained
第二節(共10小題;每小題1. 5分，滿分15分)
閱讀下面短文，在空白處填入1個適當的單詞或括號內單詞的正確形式。
Last vacation, my family and I traveled to Europe. It was ____36____ unforgettable experience that I will remember forever. We visited several countries, each with its unique culture and historical sites. In Paris, we climbed the Eiffel Tower ____37____ admired the breathtaking view of the city.
One of the most exciting parts of our trip was visiting the Louvre Museum. There, I saw the Mona Lisa with my own eyes, ____38____ (feel) a sense of wonder. We also tried various local cuisines, some of ____39____ were quite delicious. My favorite was the Italian pizza, which had a perfect balance of flavors.
During our stay, we communicated with locals using our ____40____ (limit) French. Although we made some mistakes, they were always ____41____ (patience) and understanding. The locals’ kindness and willingness to help us explore their beautiful city were ____42____ (true) heartwarming. We often used hand gestures and a few key French phrases we had learned before the trip.
On our last day, we ____43____ (take) a boat tour along the Seine River. It was so beautiful that I couldn’t help but take ____44____ (photo) to capture (捕捉) the moments. Before leaving, we bought some souvenirs _____45_____ (remind) us of our amazing journey. Now, whenever I look at them, I am filled with happy memories.
第四部分 寫作(共兩節，滿分40分)
第一節(滿分15分)
46. 假定你是李華，你校機器人俱樂部即將舉辦機器人設計比賽。請你給筆友Peter寫封郵件，邀請他參加競賽。內容包括：
1. 寫信目的；
2. 活動時間、地點、內容、意義等。
注意：
1. 詞數80左右；
2. 可適當增加細節，以使行文連貫。
Dear Peter,
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Yours,
Li Hua
第二節(滿分25分)
47. 閱讀下面材料，根據其內容和所給段落開頭語續寫兩段，使之構成一篇完整的短文。
Lily and Susan had been the best of friends since kindergarten. They shared everything—from secrets to lunches—and were inseparable. One sunny afternoon, as they walked in the nearby park, chatting about their plans for the future, they saw an injured dog.
Without hesitation, Lily and Susan decided to help the poor little dog. They carefully held it and rushed to the nearest vet (獸醫) clinic. The vet assured them that the dog would be fine with some rest and medicine. Relieved, they decided to name the dog Lucky and take turns to care for it until it recovered.
Their act of kindness brought them even closer, and they spent many joyful hours playing with Lucky in the park. However, as high school progressed, their interests started to diverge (出現分歧) . Lily became passionate about painting, spending hours in the art room perfecting her art works, while Susan developed a deep interest in science, joining the school’s science club and taking part in various competitions.
As time passed, they found themselves with less and less in common. One day, a misunderstanding occurred when Lily blamed Susan for ignoring Lucky because of her busy schedule. Susan felt hurt and believed that Lily didn’t understand the pressure she was under with her studies and extra-curricular activities. They argued, and for the first time, their friendship seemed strained.
Feeling disheartened, both girls went their separate ways. But despite their differences, they couldn’t shake off the memories of better times and the close relationship they once shared.
One evening, as Lily walked home from an art class, she noticed Susan sitting alone on the side of the road, looking deep in thought. She hesitated but then gathered up the courage to approach her. “Mind if I sit down ” she asked softly. Susan looked up, surprised but not unwelcoming. “I was just thinking about old times,” she admitted. “Me too,” Lily said quietly.
注意：
1. 續寫詞數應為 150個左右;
2. 請按如下格式在答題紙的相應位置作答。
They sat in silence for a while, both lost in their thoughts.
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After talking, they came up with a plan to rebuild their relationship.
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答案版
考生注意：
1. 答卷前，考生務必將自己的姓名、準考證號填寫在答題卡上。
2. 回答選擇題時，選出每小題答案后，用2B鉛筆把答題卡上對應題目的答案標號涂黑;如需改動，用橡皮擦干凈后，再選涂其他答案標號。回答非選擇題時，將答案寫在答題卡上，寫在本試卷上無效。
3. 考試結束后，將本試卷和答題卡一并交回。
考試時間為120分鐘，滿分150分
第一部分 聽力(共兩節，滿分30分)
做題時，先將答案標在試卷上。錄音內容結束后，你將有兩分鐘的時間將試卷上的答案轉涂到答題卡上。
第一節(共5小題;每小題1. 5分，滿分7. 5分)
聽下面5段對話。每段對話后有一個小題，從題中所給的A、B、C三個選項中選出最佳選項，并標在試卷的相應位置。聽完每段對話后，你都有10秒鐘的時間來回答有關小題和閱讀下一小題。每段對話僅讀一遍。
1. What might be the woman
A. A bank clerk. B. An accountant. C. A shop assistant.
2. What are the speakers talking about
A. A truck. B. Traffic rules. C. An accident.
3. Whose birthday falls on the weekend
A. Jim’s. B. Tom’s. C. Kate’s.
4. What is the woman’s study tip
A. Learn while playing. B. Have breaks while study. C. Study for an hour each day.
5. Why is the traffic so heavy here
A. The street is too narrow.
B. There are too many shops and visitors.
C. The transport department never cared about it.
第二節(共15小題;每小題1. 5分，滿分22. 5分)
聽下面5 段對話或獨白。每段對話或獨白后有幾個小題，從題中所給的A、B、C三個選項中選出最佳選項。聽每段對話或獨白前，你將有時間閱讀各個小題，每小題5 秒鐘;聽完后，各小題將給出5 秒鐘的作答時間。每段對話或獨白讀兩遍。
聽第6段材料，回答第6、7題。
6. What does the man think of London
A. Its living cost is high. B. It is modern and fashionable. C. The life there is peaceful.
7. Where are the speakers
A. New York. B. London. C. Paris.
聽第7段材料，回答第8至10題。
8. How often are children’s workshops held
A. Daily. B. Weekly. C. Monthly.
9. What is the age limit
A. Above two. B. Above five. C. Above eight.
10. What will the woman bring
A. Some glue. B. Model castles. C. Bottle tops.
第8段材料, 回答第 11 至 13 題。
11. Why was the woman annoyed
A. The man ignored her.
B. The man spoke to her rudely.
C. The man didn’t order coffee for her.
12. What is the possible relationship between the speakers
A. Colleagues. B. Wife and husband. C. Friends.
13. What will the man do next
A. Turn off his phone. B. Meet with a friend. C. Send a quick message.
聽第9段材料，回答第14至17題。
14. How many boys are invited
A. One. B. Two. C. Three.
15. What does the man ask the woman to do
A. Keep a secret. B. Give him a chance. C. Look after Marco.
16. What are the speakers doing
A. Having a barbecue. B. Sending out invitations. C. Making a plan.
17. Who will fail to attend the barbecue
A. Leah. B. Sam. C. Carla.
聽第10段材料，回答第18至20題。
18. Why is the speaker familiar with Prague
A. He spent his university life there.
B. He once worked there for five days.
C. He once read about it at university.
19. What did the speaker do in Prague
A. He learned to cook biscuits. B. He had his old house repaired. C. He tasted many different foods.
20. Where are the baby statues
A. On the Petrin Hill. B. On the TV Tower. C. On the Charles Bridge.
聽力答案 略
第二部分 閱讀理解(共兩節，滿分50分)
第一節(共15小題;每小題2. 5分，滿分37. 5分)
閱讀下列短文，從每題所給的A、B、C和D四個選項中，選出最佳選項。
A
Best Volunteer Programs for 2024
Zimbabwe — Volunteer at the African Wildlife Reserve
Are you looking for a meaningful way to spend your vacation Our African Wildlife Reserve in Zimbabwe could use your help! Countless documentaries have featured this program. Volunteers work closely with a wide range of animals, specializing in the release of tortoises (烏龜) , vervet monkeys, leopards, and so many more. Not only will you care for the brilliant wildlife, but you will also learn how to collect data and conduct research.
Sri Lanka — Women’s English Literacy and Empowerment Program
Make the most out of your travels by helping middle to lower- class women improve their English skills. You are helping these women create more job opportunities and career choices. This program is on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka, within the beautiful city of Galle. The volunteers have access to wonderful beaches and get to explore the charming city.
Belize — Private Island Marine Experience
For the ultimate marine (海洋的) protection vacation, look no further! Protect and explore the Belize Barrier Reef from the home-base of a private island. Volunteer tasks include removing invasive (侵入的) species and contributing to a whale shark database. This volunteer program is the leader of invasive species (lionfish) removal in all Belize!
Indonesia—Education Enrichment in Bali
Become a volunteer in one of Indonesia’s most famous and picturesque islands, Bali. Help us provide free educational enrichment to children from local communities. After public school finishes, volunteers help the students complete their homework or work on improving their English, math, and reading skills.
1. Who most probably prefer to attend African Wildlife Reserve program
A. Animal lovers. B. Adventure explorers.
C. Vacation campers. D. Documentary producers.
2. What is the aim of the Private Island Marine Experience program
A. To discover marine resources. B. To develop new wildlife parks.
C. To protect the sea life. D. To conduct biological research.
3. What do the volunteers in Sri Lanka and Indonesia have in common
A. They are keen to explore. B. They are helpful in English.
C. They are from local communities. D. They are better at career choices.
【答案】1. A 2. C 3. B
B
My coworker Sophia announced that she was pregnant with her third child. This would be my first time working with her while she was pregnant, so when the discussion came about whether we should pool together our money for some baby gifts, I was excited and was all in. We also decided to turn it into a small party, and we would each make a dish for lunch.
The difficult part of this is my coworker is allergic (過敏的) to many things — dairy, shellfish, tomatoes, certain fruits, and many more things. We have talked about her allergies before when discussing what to get for takeout lunches, but we hadn’t committed the list to memory. Over the course of two or three weeks, we would try to have her allergies naturally come into conversation, and write down the good foods and the bad foods. When we were pretty confident that we had gotten enough, we shared the list with everyone in the office.
The day of the party arrived, and we set up the table while my coworker was on her morning break. When she came back, we led her to the table, and she was surprised by all of the gifts. Once she opened the gifts, we started to bring out lunch. We went around the room explaining our dishes and what ingredients were included and excluded (排除). She realized we had all made the dishes specifically to fit with her diet, and she burst into tears, saying that it was one of the nicest things that had happened to her.
It was a rewarding feeling, to be able to do something so small as make lunch for someone and get that reaction. Going forward, we don’t make everything without her allergens (過敏原), but we do make sure there are at least a few dishes she can have, and we prevent cross-pollution whenever possible.
4 What was the author’s reaction when Sophia announced her pregnancy
A. He was hesitant to buy her baby gifts. B. He was concerned about her allergies.
C. He was unsure about holding the party. D. He was eager to make contributions.
5. How did the author and his colleagues handle Sophia’s allergies
A. They ignored them and prepared the dishes they liked.
B. They identified her allergies and treated them cooperatively.
C. They confirmed her allergens and created a food list secretly.
D. They asked her to provide a list of safe foods for the party.
6. How did Sophia feel about the party
A. She was touched and emotional. B. She was annoyed by the attention.
C. She was delighted to have a big meal. D. She was disappointed with the food options.
7. What will the author and his coworkers do in their future lunches
A. They will stop making lunch altogether.
B. They will prepare a few dishes Sophia can eat.
C. They will eat takeout instead of preparing lunch.
D. They will exclude Sophia’s allergens from all dishes.
【答案】4. D 5. C 6. A 7. B
C
New Scientist magazine’s chief reporter Adam Vaughan recently published “How your day will look in a carbon- neutral (碳中和) world.” Here, he imagines what a typical day would be like in the future — through the eyes of Isla, “a child in 2050” — after we’ve cut carbon emissions (排放). Vaughan acknowledges the writing is out of imagination but it is concluded by research, expert opinion, and experiments happening right now.
Isla lives in the United Kingdom — will it still be a united kingdom in 2050 — and her life looks pretty much like life does today: She has a house, a car and a job. There are forests, and giant machines taking carbon dioxide (二氧化碳) out of the atmosphere. It all sounds like a green and pleasant land, but it didn’t sound like the future to me. It’s just like the life we are living now.
It’s an interesting exercise, imagining what it will be like in about 30 years. I thought I would give it a try: Here is my story about Edie, living in Toronto, Canada in 2050.
Edie’s alarm goes off at 4: 00 a. m. She gets up, folds up the bed in the garage that is her apartment and workshop. She considers herself to be very lucky to have this garage. The only people that live in houses these days are multi-millionaires from all over the world, especially from Arizona and other southern states, wishing to move to Canada with its cooler climate and plentiful water. They can afford the million-dollar immigrant visa fee.
At that time, there are no office or industrial jobs anymore: Artificial Intelligence and robots will take care of that. The few jobs left are in service, culture or health care. Luckily, Edie has her job.
She checks the balance in her Personal Carbon Allowance (PCA) account to see if she has enough to buy another battery for her e-bike. If she doesn’t have enough then she will have to buy carbon credits, and they are expensive. She sets her alarm for 6: 00 p. m. when the streets of Toronto will come alive again on this hot November day.
8. What can we know about Adam Vaughan’s passage
A. It is about creative imagination. B. It mainly describes advance in science.
C. It is his vision of the future. D. It focuses on solutions to carbon emissions.
9. What does the author think of Isla’s life
A. Satisfying. B. Extraordinary. C. Meaningful. D. Ordinary.
10. Why do people like Canada according to Edie
A. People want to get better education. B. The living expense there is rather low.
C. It has a cool and comfortable temperature. D. The water in Canada hasn’t been polluted.
11. What does the author intend to tell us
A. What our life will be like in 2050. B. Two woman’s entirely different lives.
C. A look into Adam Vaughan’s Life. D. How we can handle the carbon problem.
【答案】8. C 9. D 10. C 11. A
D
Recently, South Australia has committed an additional $17.1 million to the National Fire Ant Eradication Program to fight against one of the world’s most invasive pests—the red imported fire ant.
They might be only 2-6mm long, but they can destroy crops and machinery, and make yards, parks, and farmlands unusable. They can also damage electrical equipment including streetlights and telecommunication networks. And they can bring a painful sting (叮) that has the potential to cause a deadly allergic reaction in people, pets and livestock.
The red fire ants, which were from South American countries and were first discovered in Brisbane in 2001, have not been discovered in South Australia and currently are only present in Queensland and New South Wales (NSW). But they can spread to new territory quickly. Five nests (巢) were ascertained in northern NSW in November 2023. The ants generally spread through human activity, mainly the moving of polluted soil, plants or agricultural machinery, and once in a new area, they can rapidly establish a new nest.
The National Fire Ant Eradication Program includes a four-year response plan worth $ 592.8 million, which will use the latest technology and innovative approaches to eventually sweep away fire ants. The State Government’s latest funding commitment is on top of $6.5 million already committed to the program.
Reece Pianta, Advocacy Manager with the Invasive Species Council, said “Fire ants are one of the world’s worst super-pests and if they are allowed to spread, their economic impact will be greater than rabbits, feral cats and foxes combined. They will damage Australia’s environment and agriculture, cost our economy billions annually and we could see hundreds of thousands of extra medical visits every year as they sting Australians at the park or in the backyard.”
Red imported fire ants are a notifiable (須申報的) pest in South Australia which means there is a legal obligation for people to report any suspected detections to the Exotic Plant Pest Hotline on 1800084881.
12. What does paragraph 2 mainly talk about
A. The prediction for the program. B. The impact of the red fire ants.
C. The appearance of the ants. D. The South Australia’s policy.
13. What does the underlined word “ascertained” mean in paragraph 3
A. Established. B. Restored. C. Displayed. D. Detected.
14. What may red fire ants result in according to Reece Pianta
A. Enormous economic losses. B. Run-down tourism.
C. Environmental pollution. D. Outdated medical service.
15. What is the best title of the text
A. Red Fire Ants Are Spreading in Australia B. Millions Added to Fight Deadly Fire Ants
C. Australians Are Warned of The Red Fire Ants D. A New Approach for Sweeping Away Fire Ants
【答案】12. B 13. D 14. A 15. B
第二節(共5小題;每小題2. 5分，滿分12. 5分)
根據短文內容，從短文后的選項中選出能填入空白處的最佳選項。選項中有兩項為多余選項。
Brain exercises to improve memory
Memory is an intellectual ability to collect, store and recall events that people have experienced in the past. Not many of us can boast of a good memory. Scientists have found a direct relationship between exercises and brain health. Here are some brain exercises to improve memory.
Studying a new language
This is a good way to enhance the ability of thinking and gathering information to the brain. You will probably find it difficult to memorize the vocabulary of a foreign language. ___16___ Learning a new language helps the brain work continuously and improves memory.
Focusing within 8 seconds
You should focus thinking about something to remember (anniversary for grandparents, class meeting time ···) within 8 seconds. 8 seconds seems to be a very short time. However it is the time necessary to move information from short-term memory into long-term memory of the people. ___17___ Therefore, you should apply and practice every day.
Positive thinking
___18___ Having a comfortable life is the aim of this brain exercise to improve memory. Life and spirit are always happy to have an plentiful strength and a toughness memory. An optimistic mindset, love life will increase the work efficiency of the brain and help you avoid depression, and bring you much joy and happiness.
___19___
It’s very easy to do this exercise. You close your eyes, count the color of the letters in order in the Google name, or the name of the stores in front of your house, then you check for accuracy. You should gradually increase the difficulty of the exercises to get sharp memory. You can also do brain exercise to improve memory from: write down a bunch of words, read once and think quickly to see how many words you can remember. ___20___
A. Closing your eyes
B. Build up your vocabulary
C. You should start with 10 words and increase gradually.
D. Regularly read articles and new lists of words to have a healthy brain.
E. This is actually a method that some studies have tested and confirmed.
F. But the more difficult to remember, the more brain function work properly.
G. The method is always thinking about a better future: simple life, happy family, good children.
【答案】16. E 17. F 18. G 19. A 20. C
第三部分 語言運用(共兩節，滿分30分)
第一節(共15小題;每小題1分，滿分15分)
閱讀下面短文，從短文后各題所給的A、B、C和D 四個選項中，選出可以填入空白處的最佳選項。
Many people dream of walking across their college graduation stage to accept the diploma (畢業文憑) that they’ve worked so hard for. In Alfonso Gonzales’ case, that moment was ____21____ . Although at the age of 96, Gonzales ____22____ , not walked, across the stage, the moment was still everything he hoped for. As the entire crowd of staff and students ____23____ their hands warmly, Gonzales raised his hand in ____24____ with a smile that lit up the entire room.
It took Gonzales six decades to ____25____ the degree he started out to finish. He first started towards his degree as a zoology (動物學) student in 1947. But real life was not easy. As he began ____26____ with his brothers he never made time to ____27____ attend his school’s graduation.
Years later, when his daughter tried to help him by ____28____ the diploma for him, the family was ____29____ to learn that he actually lacked only one credit for graduation. The school, ____30____ , created a one-credit ____31____ just for Gonzales so he could complete his degree. “I did this for my family, ” Gonzales said at the ceremony. “I did this to ____32____ them. ”
Gonzales earned his college degree from USC in 2016, making him the school’s ____33____ graduate. And after all that hard work, the ____34____ college graduate had only one big plan. “I’m going to take my nap (小睡) ,” he ___35___ with a smile. We’d say that’s one nap well-earned.
21. A. regular B. desperate C. fortunate D. special
22. A. ran B. climbed C. wheeled D. awaited
23. A. clapping B. holding C. shaking D. waving
24. A. relief B. victory C. surprise D. alarm
25. A. complete B. start C. select D. found
26. A. playing B. working C. cooperating D. competing
27. A. distinctly B. gradually C. actually D. immediately
28. A. turning down B. looking through C. picking up D. putting away
29. A. devoted B. disappointed C. embarrassed D. shocked
30. A. in response B. in return C. in turn D. in advance
31. A. essay B. book C. academy D. course
32. A. advocate B. inspire C. rescue D. evaluate
33. A. cleverest B. strongest C. happiest D. oldest
34. A. new B. young C. honest D. strange
35. A. questioned B. joked C. clarified D. complained
【答案】21. D 22. C 23. A 24. B 25. A 26. B 27. C 28. C 29. D 30. A 31. D 32. B 33. D 34. A 35. B
第二節(共10小題;每小題1. 5分，滿分15分)
閱讀下面短文，在空白處填入1個適當的單詞或括號內單詞的正確形式。
Last vacation, my family and I traveled to Europe. It was ____36____ unforgettable experience that I will remember forever. We visited several countries, each with its unique culture and historical sites. In Paris, we climbed the Eiffel Tower ____37____ admired the breathtaking view of the city.
One of the most exciting parts of our trip was visiting the Louvre Museum. There, I saw the Mona Lisa with my own eyes, ____38____ (feel) a sense of wonder. We also tried various local cuisines, some of ____39____ were quite delicious. My favorite was the Italian pizza, which had a perfect balance of flavors.
During our stay, we communicated with locals using our ____40____ (limit) French. Although we made some mistakes, they were always ____41____ (patience) and understanding. The locals’ kindness and willingness to help us explore their beautiful city were ____42____ (true) heartwarming. We often used hand gestures and a few key French phrases we had learned before the trip.
On our last day, we ____43____ (take) a boat tour along the Seine River. It was so beautiful that I couldn’t help but take ____44____ (photo) to capture (捕捉) the moments. Before leaving, we bought some souvenirs _____45_____ (remind) us of our amazing journey. Now, whenever I look at them, I am filled with happy memories.
【答案】36. an 37. and
38. feeling
39. which 40. limited
41. patient
42. truly 43. took
44. photos 45. to remind
第四部分 寫作(共兩節，滿分40分)
第一節(滿分15分)
46. 假定你是李華，你校機器人俱樂部即將舉辦機器人設計比賽。請你給筆友Peter寫封郵件，邀請他參加競賽。內容包括：
1. 寫信目的；
2. 活動時間、地點、內容、意義等。
注意：
1. 詞數80左右；
2. 可適當增加細節，以使行文連貫。
Dear Peter,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Peter,
I hope this email finds you well. I’m pleased to invite you to participate in the upcoming Robot Designing Competition hosted by our school’s robot club. It will take place in the school hall at 2 p.m. on January 25 and last about 2 hours. The competition aims to spark student creativity and innovation, providing a platform to showcase your robotic skills. Participation would be a great opportunity for you to engage with like-minded peers and expand your horizons.
I believe this competition will be an enriching experience for you. Hope you can join us! .
Yours,
Li Hua
第二節(滿分25分)
47. 閱讀下面材料，根據其內容和所給段落開頭語續寫兩段，使之構成一篇完整的短文。
Lily and Susan had been the best of friends since kindergarten. They shared everything—from secrets to lunches—and were inseparable. One sunny afternoon, as they walked in the nearby park, chatting about their plans for the future, they saw an injured dog.
Without hesitation, Lily and Susan decided to help the poor little dog. They carefully held it and rushed to the nearest vet (獸醫) clinic. The vet assured them that the dog would be fine with some rest and medicine. Relieved, they decided to name the dog Lucky and take turns to care for it until it recovered.
Their act of kindness brought them even closer, and they spent many joyful hours playing with Lucky in the park. However, as high school progressed, their interests started to diverge (出現分歧) . Lily became passionate about painting, spending hours in the art room perfecting her art works, while Susan developed a deep interest in science, joining the school’s science club and taking part in various competitions.
As time passed, they found themselves with less and less in common. One day, a misunderstanding occurred when Lily blamed Susan for ignoring Lucky because of her busy schedule. Susan felt hurt and believed that Lily didn’t understand the pressure she was under with her studies and extra-curricular activities. They argued, and for the first time, their friendship seemed strained.
Feeling disheartened, both girls went their separate ways. But despite their differences, they couldn’t shake off the memories of better times and the close relationship they once shared.
One evening, as Lily walked home from an art class, she noticed Susan sitting alone on the side of the road, looking deep in thought. She hesitated but then gathered up the courage to approach her. “Mind if I sit down ” she asked softly. Susan looked up, surprised but not unwelcoming. “I was just thinking about old times,” she admitted. “Me too,” Lily said quietly.
注意：
1. 續寫詞數應為 150個左右;
2. 請按如下格式在答題紙的相應位置作答。
They sat in silence for a while both lost in their thoughts.
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After talking, they came up with a plan to rebuild their relationship.
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【答案】 They sat in silence for a while, both lost in their thoughts. They were all immersed in the beautiful memories of the past. Suddenly, Susan said, “I don't know why we argued, and it was all because of some small things.” “And, I care about Lucky. It’s the cutest little dog in the world,” Susan added. Lily smiled and said, “Of course, we’re still good friends.” The two girls talked a lot, as if unaware of the passage of time. They were happy to be able to bridge the gap between each other.
After talking, they came up with a plan to rebuild their relationship. Susan decided to try to understand painting, while Lily decided to try to understand science. After school, they went home together. On weekends, they took Lucky to the park for a walk, which made them feel excited. When encountering disagreements, they would analyze rather than argue. True friends will not be separated by minor conflicts. True friends understand and support each other.

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