山东省济宁市2022-2023学年高二上学期2月期末英语试题

这是一份山东省济宁市2022-2023学年高二上学期2月期末英语试题，共35页。

2022-2023学年度第一学期质量检测
高二英语试题
注意事项：
1. 答卷前, 考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。
2. 回答选择题时, 选出每小题答案后, 用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动。用橡皮擦干净后, 再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时, 将答案写在答题卞上。写在本试卷上无效。
3. 考试结束后, 将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力(共两节, 满分30分)
第一节 (共5小题;每小题1. 5分, 满分7. 5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题, 从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项, 并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后, 你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. Which place does Karen love best?
A. The Grand Canyon. B. Las Vegas. C. Hoover Dam.
2. What is the most expensive item?
A. The fridge. B. The bed. C. The washing machine.
3. How often does the man work out now?
A. Once a week. B. Twice a week. C. Four times a week.
4. What does the woman think of Henry’s lifestyle?
A. Unhealthy. B. Relaxing. C. Strange.
5. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. The woman’s travel plan. B. The woman’s choice of career.
C. The woman’s experience in space.
第二节 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题, 从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项, 并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前, 你将有时间阅读各个小题, 每小题5秒钟;听完后, 各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间, 每段对话或独白读两遍,
听第6段材料;回答第6-7题。
6. What are the speakers doing now?
A. Cycling outdoors. B. Buying some water. C. Playing with kids.
7. What is the relationship between the speakers?
A. Friends. B. Colleagues. C. Husband and wife.
听第7段材料, 回答第8至10题。
8. How many colors of wrapping paper does the woman provide?
A. 2. B. 3. C. 4.
9. What is the man dissatisfied with about the mirror?
A. Its price. B. Its quality. C. Its packaging.
10. Where are the speakers probably?
A. At home. B. At a store. C. At a post office.
听第8段材料, 回答第11至13题。
11. Who stayed at home this afternoon?
A. Mark’s father. B. Mark’s sister. C. Mark’s mother.
12. Why did Mark refuse Jennifer’s first invitation?
A. He already had plans. B. He didn’t like spicy food. C. He just received tooth treatment.
13. When is Jennifer’s birthday?
A. On April 19th. B. On April 18th. C. On April 1lth.
听第9段材料, 回答第14至16题。
14. How does Jason speak his French now?
A. Poorly. B. Fluently. C. Averagely.
15. How did Jason learn French?
A. By taking one-on-one live lessons. B. By using recorded teaching videos.
C. By studying in a language school.
16. Why does the woman want to learn French?
A. For future use. B. For work. C. For travel.
听第10段材料, 回答第17至20题。
17. What will happen to the elephants?
A. They’ll get medical treatment. B. They’ll stop entertaining people.
C. They’ll keep staying in the circus.
18. What does Florida Reserve have?
A. A land of 500 acres.
B. Thirty-five different waterholes.
C. Wetlands, grasslands, and a forest.
19. Why are the elephants arranged to live in the refuge?
A. To enjoy other animals’ company. B. To make them learn survival skills.
C. To prevent them from dying in the wild.
20. What is the speaker?
A. A radio hostess. B. A zoologist. C. A teacher.
第二部分 阅读(共两节, 满分50分)
第一节 (共15小题;每小题2. 5分, 满分37. 5分)
阅读下列短文, 从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
The MetroCard New York, a thin plastic rechargeable card, is a good option if you are planning to take a tour of New York and are looking for a simple and inexpensive way to get around!

Which to choose?
Depending on your preferences, you can choose among the following types of cards:
The pay-per-use card: Pay-per-ride MetroCard
A metro journey costs $ 3 (single fare), but with a Pay-per-ride MetroCard you will only pay $2. 75. Your card will be charged for each journey you make.
Note that a card can be used by up to 4 people-i. e. if you only have one card in your group of 4 people, you can access the subway or bus by swiping(刷卡) it 4 times. However, if there are 5 of you, you will need a second card: the Pay-per-ride MetroCard can only be swiped 4 times in a row.
The unlimited use payment card: Unlimited Ride MetroCard
The 7-day-unlimited MetroCard is valid(有效的) for 7 straight days. It costs $33. If you use public transport often during your stay, it will quickly become profitable! That’s why it’s the most commonly used card for tourists.
The 30-day-unlimited MetroCard is valid for 30 days. It costs $127. You have unlimited swipes on the subway and buses for 30 days, and you can’t pause it once started.
The One-year MetroCard is valid for a whole year, so it is of no interest to tourists.
How to use?
You have to swipe your MetroCard through the reader and then wait for the display to say “GO”. Unfortunately, this isn’t as easy as it sounds at times. As with many other Metro passes, it can be kind of tricky at first, but if you can’t get it working, you are not alone. Just watch other people and do what they do.
1. How many Pay-per-ride MetroCardsre needed at least for a group of 6 people?
A. 1. B. 2. C. 4. D. 6.
2. Which type of card is the most popular among tourists?
A. One-year MetroCard.
B. Pay-per-ride MetroCard.
C. 7-day-unlimited MetroCard.
D. 30-day-unlimited MetroCard.
3. What are new users advised to do with failed card swipes?
A. Check the reader.
B. Copy successful passengers.
C. Wait for help.
D. Choose other Metro passes.
B
It is impossible to tell what the future holds. For Nelly Cheboi, the future was guided by her childhood dream of wanting to change the lives of those around her; little did she know that technology would become the gateway for such change.
A native of Mogotio, Kenya, Nelly Cheboi grew up in a run-down house, walked to school barefoot every day, and went to bed hungry every night-something not uncommon for those in her community. Nevertheless, she studied hard and earned a full-ride college scholarship. She had consumed plenty of books growing up, but didn’t know a thing about computers. If given a ten page paper in college, Cheboi would choose to hand-write it because she typed too slowly.
It was only in Cheboi’s third year of college that she encountered computer science—a subject she was fascinated by. She learned low technology could serve the economy and realized that, in order to fix the systems in Kenya that kept people in a cycle of poverty (贫穷), she could encourage her community to work online. That then became the motivation for TechLit Africa.
Founded in 2018, TechLit Africa is Cheboi’s nonprofit organization that provides students in rural Kenya with access to technology and the ability to learn fundamental digital skills. Computers are donated, transported to Kenya, and then refurbished(翻新)locally. TechLit Africa provides the computers and curriculum to schools. Schools and parents cover for the costs of local operations.
Today, Cheboi is working on ensuring TechLit Africa keeps running, especially in terms of funding. She says that TechLit Africa’s programs are the highlight of students’ days-but it is difficult to convince parents, teachers and the county government of the digital economy and how technology can financially support people.
“In a way, TechLit Africa serves as a bridge to connect two worlds-kids interact, ask questions and imagine what life is like out there while understanding the value of the Internet,” Cheboi says. In doing so, kids unlock global opportunities and a second chance at a more fulfilling life.
4. Where did Cheboi’s weakness lie according to paragraph 2?
A. Taking care of herself. B. Reading academic books.
C. Handwriting papers. D. Using a computer.
5. Why did Cheboi decide to establish TechLit Africa?
A. To free her community from heavy physical work.
B. To encourage online communication among locals.
C. To raise funds for uneducated children in poor areas.
D. To lift her community out of poverty by the Internet.
6. What does paragraph 5 mainly tell us about Cheboi’s program?
A. Its development. B. Its impact.
C. Its challenge. D. Its popularity.
7. How does TechLit Africa benefit kids in Africa?
A. It ensures future employment.
B. It provides a global perspective.
C. It increases chances of traveling.
D. It inspires passion for charity.
C
Imagine if it were easy for everyone to get to the seashore, to smell the sea winds and to feel seawater on their skin. Wouldn’t it be great if people with walking difficulty could also get closer to the ocean to enjoy the thrill of a sunset, watching the sun’s rays light up the waves? The good news is that things are moving in the right direction!
In a CDC study, around 14% of adults in the US report a mobility disability, defined as serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs. This can make vacation planning a challenge and put some destinations off-limits. But technology companies like Mobi-mat are making a day at the beach for people with limited mobility a reality.
Mobi-mat has developed some exciting innovations like non-slip roll-out accessibility mats(垫子). These function like red carpets at movie premieres(首映), taking people with special needs right to the seashore. They are made of a fine nylon material that is designed for people who use wheelchairs or may otherwise need a firmer surface to cross the sand.
More cities are working to make enjoyment of the beach much more wide-ranging in other creative ways based on regional conditions. The town of Jupiter in Florida has opened up access to its beaches to people who have trouble going up and down stairs via three new wide wooden walkovers. The Miami Herald recently reported on the upcoming construction of a wheelchair-accessible beachfront observation platform, and upgraded park with adaptive playground and exercise equipment for people with disabilities in Miami Beach.
Inspired by creative innovation, forward-looking policymakers and companies, and the shared demands of disabled people who are calling for better access to beautiful beach locations, it seems that many more people of all abilities will be able to head to the beach.
8. What is the good news mentioned in paragraph 1?
A. The seashore becomes the hottest destination.
B. The ocean environment changes for the better.
C. Beaches are more accessible to the disabled.
D. Approaching the sea benefits disabled people.
9. What can we learn about the mat from Mobi-mat?
A. It offers a firm surface. B. It originates from movies.
C It replaces wheelchairs. D. It functions beneath the sand.
10. What can be inferred about the measures in Jupiter and Miami?
A. They’re well behind schedule.
B. They center on ocean protection.
C. They need to be more creative.
D. They’re tailored to local conditions.
11. What is the purpose of this text?
A. To introduce a friendly move.
B. To recommend a treatment.
C. To advertise beautiful beaches.
D. To report findings of a study.
D
People often call music a universal language, but do certain songs really cause the same mental images in our minds? Scientists at Princeton find that while music absolutely can stimulate(激发)similar mental experiences, the results also strongly suggest culture is a major factor.
A total of 622 people took part in the study. All of the volunteers came from one of three locations: two suburban college towns in the US (one in Arkansas and the other in Michigan), or the rural Chinese village of Dimen. It’s worth noting that the main language in Dimen is Dong, a tonal language unrelated to the official language of China. Locals there have little contact with Western media or culture at all. All participants listened to the exact same 32 “musical stimuli”— which were 60-second cuts of instrumental music. Half of these pieces came from Western music while the rest came from Chinese music.
After hearing researchers asked the groups about the images they saw in their heads while listening. Incredibly, people from Arkansas and Michigan often described very similar stories, even using the exact same words frequently. Dimen listeners, on the other hand, envisioned stories that were similar to each other but quite different from the American listeners. More specifically, one track led t o Americans seeing a cowboy in the hot desert surveying an empty town. Meanwhile, Chinese participants imagined a man in ancient times reflecting on the loss of a loved one.
“There’s something about the results that’s really surprising, especially because people encounter music in 2022 often in a solitary way, over headphones. But it turns out, it’s still a shared experience, almost like a shred dream, although not universally shared, ”says Elizabeth Margulis, the study author.
The results paint a more complex picture of music’s power. Music can generate remarkably similar stories in listeners’ minds, but it depends on a common set of cultural experiences. So while we imagine music can bring people together, the opposite can also be true-it can distinguish between sets of people with a different background or culture.
12. What is the probable reason for Dimen being selected for the study?
A. Its unique cultural background. B. Its close contact with US.
C. Its complex language system. D. Its long tradition of music.
13. What were the participants required to do after listening to music?
A. Exchange their comments on the scene.
B. Imagine musicians’ original inspiration.
C. Describe the picture forming in mind.
D. Recall personal music-related stories.
14. Which is closest in meaning to the underlined word “solitary” in paragraph 4?
A. Strange. B. Individual. C. Outdated. D. Polite.
15. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text?
A. Unbelievable? Music’s Effects Go beyond Cultures
B. Problem Solved! How Music Brings Us All Together
C. Amazing! Cultures Determine Our Preference for Music
D. Universal Language? Culture Matters When We Hear Music
第二节 (共5小题;每小题2. 5分, 满分12. 5分)
阅读下面短文, 从短文后的选项中选出可以填人空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Canada is considered one of the most fascinating countries in the world and attracts numerous tourists from all over the world every year. ___16___ Here are some tips on how to make your trip budget-friendly.
First, adopt economical ways to get around. Driving is one of the cheapest and most efficient ways to get around Canada. If you live close to Canada, you can drive your own car through customs and border control, or you can rent a car.___17___ Though it tends to be slower, tickets are extremely cheap, especially when booked in advance. What’s more, you can travel by train across Canada and along the coasts, which is one of the most cost-friendly ways to see the country.
___18___ These are very popular and inexpensive ways to stay the night. Look for shared rooms rather than entire homes, because sharing the spaces tends to be cheaper. Alternatively, you can stay at hostels. Most hostels have shared bathrooms and kitchen areas, and might have shared bedrooms as well.
To have fun, go to music, art, and food festivals. Especially during the summer, most large cities have a variety of outdoor festivals with free entrance. ___19___ You can also visit museums, art galleries, and universities. Art and history are extremely important cultural aspects of life in Canada, so there are many free or low-cost museums and galleries to visit. Additionally, most universities offer free tours of their campuses. ___20___
Keep these tips in mind, and even if you’re on a tight budget, you can spend time in major cities in Canada, enjoy the outdoors, and experience the unique culture of the country.
A. Some of them include small museums or historical landmarks.
B. As for accommodation, use home sharing services like Airbnb.
C. Domestic tourism industry has also boomed in Canada in recent years.
D. Besides, visit local websites to find the best hotels topping tourists’ list.
E. If you are longing for a trip to Canada but on a tight budget, don’t worry.
F. Take advantage of the opportunity to see local artists and sample Canadian cuisine!
G. If you don’t have a tight schedule, taking the Megabus from city to city is a good choice.
第三部分 语言运用(共两节, 满分30分)
第一节 (共15小题;每小题1分, 满分15分)
阅读下面短文, 从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填人空白处的最佳选项。
It was the middle of winter some 30 years ago. I was a young father with three little mouths to ___21___. My college education, however, didn’t help me to ___22___ a well-paid job. I was working in a woodcutting business for just above the ___23___ wage. Working outdoors for 8 hours a day had caused my___24___ to split (裂开) and bleed at their tips in the cold, dry air.
That day at work was harder than normal. We ___25___ workers. Worse still, the machines kept breaking down. When the day finally ended, I took off the gloves and ___26___ my painful hands. The splits were ___27___ than ever and I had bled through the band-aids again. I tried to ___28___ my back but it hurt badly. I had never felt that tired and ___29___before, wondering why life was so tough and how long I could keep doing this.
I tried to ___30___ a smile as I got home. My daughter ran up to me merrily, yelled “Daddy!”, and ___31___ her little arms around my neck. My heart exploded with ___32___. My aches and tiredness disappeared into her___33___ . And the joy in my heart ___34___ the depression away. At that moment I knew I could continue on and that things would get better.
We all have ___35___ fingers and band-aid days in our lives here. But with love we can make it through them all.
21. A. water B. hold C. feed D. whisper
22. A. quit B. offer C. reject D. secure
23. A. minimum B. appropriate C. desired D. original
24 A. lips B. legs C. feet D. fingers
25. A. trained B. lacked C. motivated D. fired
26 A. ignored B. cured C. examined D. washed
27. A. worse B. dirtier C. smaller D. nicer
28. A. lighten B. protect C. straighten D. shake
29. A. homesick B. free C. embarrassed D. down
30. A. count on B. put on C. run after D. show off
31. A. reached B. wrapped C. broke D. crossed
32. A. sadness B. complaint C. pity D. love
33. A. worry B. mind C. hug D. room
34. A. drove B. turned C. gave D. scared
35 A. flexible B. bleeding C. powerful D. amazing
第二节 (共10小题;每小题1分, 满分10分)
根据所给单词的汉语提示或首字母, 写出空缺处单词的正确形式, 每空一词。
36. The disease is often ________(伴随)by sneezing and fever. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
37. I’m honored to be a________ (见证人) at your wedding ceremony. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
38. Founded in 1949, NBA is short for National Basketball________ (协会). (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
39. We can take action and it is important that we do so without further________ (延误). (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
40. We need to cut down on our gas ________ (消耗)by having fewer cars on the road. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
41. With many tasks to handle, Tom is not a_________ for our party at present. (根据首字母单词拼写)
42. After several tests, the scientists drew a c ________that the theory was practical. (根据首字母单词拼写)
43. Equipped with professional knowledge, the graduate is q ________for the job. (根据首字母单词拼写)
44. The failure wasn’t a bad thing; on the c________, it was a good chance to learn. (根据首字母单词拼写)
45. People were touched by the little girl’s keeping o________regardless of difficulties in life. (根据首字母单词拼写)
第三节 (共5小题;每小题1分, 满分5分)
阅读下列各句, 在空白处填入1个适当单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
46. By the end of last week, enough money________ (raise) for the project. (所给词的适当形式填空)
47. It confused her a lot_________ she should stick to her own way of life or follow the American way. (用适当的词填空)
48. Argentina displayed great team spirit in the final, ________ (win) the 2022 World Cup. (所给词的适当形式填空)
49. Don’t miss the visit to the museum, ________is known as “Chinese Treasure House”. (用适当的词填空)
50. We should creatively solve the problems________ (arise)from economic development. (所给词的适当形式填空)
第四部分 写作(共两节, 满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
51. 假定你是李华，你的英国笔友Robin写信表示对中国的美食文化很感兴趣。请你给他写一封回信，内容包括：
1. 推荐一道美食；2. 说明理由。
注意：1. 写作词数应为80左右；
2. 请在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Robin,
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节 (满分25分)
52. 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。
The little country schoolhouse was heated by an old-fashioned, pot-bellied coal stove (火炉). An eight-year-old boy named Glenn Cunningham had the job of coming to school early each day so that he could use kerosene(煤油)to start the fire and warm the room before his teacher and his classmates arrived.
One cold morning, someone mistakenly filled the kerosene container he used with gas, and disaster struck. The class and teacher arrived to find the schoolhouse enveloped in a big fire. Terrified on realizing that Glenn was inside, they rushed in and managed to drag the unconscious(无意识的)little boy out of the flaming building more dead than alive. He had major burns over the lower half of his body and was rushed to a nearby county hospital.
From his bed, the seriously burned, half-conscious little boy faintly heard the doctor talking to his heart-broken mother. The doctor told his mother that her son would surely die-which might be for the best, really-for the terrible fire had ruined the lower half of his body. From the waist down, Glenn had no ability to move at all. His thin, scarred legs just hung there, all but lifeless.
But the brave boy didn’t want to die. Glenn made up his mind that he would survive. And somehow, to the amazement of the physician, he did survive.
Returning home, Glenn was seen either in a wheelchair or in bed. One sunny day his mother wheeled him out into the yard to get some fresh air. Over the grass and the strong white fence bordering their lot, he watched other boys playing joyfully. He couldn’t help looking back on the happy days before the disaster. With his thoughts wandering back to those old golden memories, this brave little boy made up his mind.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Instead of sitting there, he threw himself from the wheelchair.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Glenn began to run to school.
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2022-2023学年度第一学期质量检测
高二英语试题
注意事项：
1. 答卷前, 考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。
2. 回答选择题时, 选出每小题答案后, 用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动。用橡皮擦干净后, 再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时, 将答案写在答题卞上。写在本试卷上无效。
3. 考试结束后, 将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力(共两节, 满分30分)
第一节 (共5小题;每小题1. 5分, 满分7. 5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题, 从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项, 并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后, 你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. Which place does Karen love best?
A. The Grand Canyon. B. Las Vegas. C. Hoover Dam.
2. What is the most expensive item?
A. The fridge. B. The bed. C. The washing machine.
3. How often does the man work out now?
A. Once a week. B. Twice a week. C. Four times a week.
4. What does the woman think of Henry’s lifestyle?
A. Unhealthy. B. Relaxing. C. Strange.
5. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. The woman’s travel plan. B. The woman’s choice of career.
C. The woman’s experience in space.
第二节 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题, 从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项, 并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前, 你将有时间阅读各个小题, 每小题5秒钟;听完后, 各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间, 每段对话或独白读两遍,
听第6段材料;回答第6-7题。
6. What are the speakers doing now?
A. Cycling outdoors. B. Buying some water. C. Playing with kids.
7. What is the relationship between the speakers?
A. Friends. B. Colleagues. C. Husband and wife.
听第7段材料, 回答第8至10题。
8. How many colors of wrapping paper does the woman provide?
A. 2. B. 3. C. 4.
9. What is the man dissatisfied with about the mirror?
A. Its price. B. Its quality. C. Its packaging.
10. Where are the speakers probably?
A. At home. B. At a store. C. At a post office.
听第8段材料, 回答第11至13题。
11. Who stayed at home this afternoon?
A. Mark’s father. B. Mark’s sister. C. Mark’s mother.
12. Why did Mark refuse Jennifer’s first invitation?
A. He already had plans. B. He didn’t like spicy food. C. He just received tooth treatment.
13. When is Jennifer’s birthday?
A. On April 19th. B. On April 18th. C. On April 1lth.
听第9段材料, 回答第14至16题。
14. How does Jason speak his French now?
A. Poorly. B. Fluently. C. Averagely.
15. How did Jason learn French?
A. By taking one-on-one live lessons. B. By using recorded teaching videos.
C. By studying in a language school.
16. Why does the woman want to learn French?
A. For future use. B. For work. C. For travel.
听第10段材料, 回答第17至20题。
17. What will happen to the elephants?
A. They’ll get medical treatment. B. They’ll stop entertaining people.
C. They’ll keep staying in the circus.
18. What does Florida Reserve have?
A. A land of 500 acres.
B. Thirty-five different waterholes.
C. Wetlands, grasslands, and a forest.
19. Why are the elephants arranged to live in the refuge?
A. To enjoy other animals’ company. B. To make them learn survival skills.
C. To prevent them from dying in the wild.
20. What is the speaker?
A. A radio hostess. B. A zoologist. C. A teacher.
第二部分 阅读(共两节, 满分50分)
第一节 (共15小题;每小题2. 5分, 满分37. 5分)
阅读下列短文, 从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
The MetroCard New York, a thin plastic rechargeable card, is a good option if you are planning to take a tour of New York and are looking for a simple and inexpensive way to get around!

Which to choose?
Depending on your preferences, you can choose among the following types of cards:
The pay-per-use card: Pay-per-ride MetroCard
A metro journey costs $ 3 (single fare), but with a Pay-per-ride MetroCard you will only pay $2. 75. Your card will be charged for each journey you make.
Note that a card can be used by up to 4 people-i. e. if you only have one card in your group of 4 people, you can access the subway or bus by swiping(刷卡) it 4 times. However, if there are 5 of you, you will need a second card: the Pay-per-ride MetroCard can only be swiped 4 times in a row.
The unlimited use payment card: Unlimited Ride MetroCard
The 7-day-unlimited MetroCard is valid(有效的) for 7 straight days. It costs $33. If you use public transport often during your stay, it will quickly become profitable! That’s why it’s the most commonly used card for tourists.
The 30-day-unlimited MetroCard is valid for 30 days. It costs $127. You have unlimited swipes on the subway and buses for 30 days, and you can’t pause it once started.
The One-year MetroCard is valid for a whole year, so it is of no interest to tourists.
How to use?
You have to swipe your MetroCard through the reader and then wait for the display to say “GO”. Unfortunately, this isn’t as easy as it sounds at times. As with many other Metro passes, it can be kind of tricky at first, but if you can’t get it working, you are not alone. Just watch other people and do what they do.
1. How many Pay-per-ride MetroCardsre needed at least for a group of 6 people?
A. 1. B. 2. C. 4. D. 6.
2. Which type of card is the most popular among tourists?
A. One-year MetroCard.
B. Pay-per-ride MetroCard.
C. 7-day-unlimited MetroCard.
D. 30-day-unlimited MetroCard.
3. What are new users advised to do with failed card swipes?
A. Check the reader.
B. Copy successful passengers.
C. Wait for help.
D. Choose other Metro passes.
【答案】1. B 2. C 3. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇应用文。如果你计划采取一个纽约之旅，并正在寻找一个简单而廉价的方式出行，纽约地铁卡，是一个很好的选择。文章主要介绍了纽约地铁卡的种类和如何使用。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据Which to choose?下面的第四段中“Note that a card can be used by up to 4 people(注意，一张卡最多可以被4个人使用)”可知，六个人最少使用两张卡，故选B。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Which to choose?下面的第六段中“The 7-day-unlimited MetroCard is valid(有效的) for 7 straight days...That’s why it’s the most commonly used card for tourists.(七天无限期地铁卡有效期是7天……这就是为什么它是游客最常用的卡。)”可知，7天无限制的地铁卡最受游客欢迎，故选C。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一段中“As with many other Metro passes, it can be kind of tricky at first, but if you can’t get it working, you are not alone. Just watch other people and do what they do.(和许多其他地铁站一样，起初可能有点棘手，但如果你不能让它运转起来，你并不孤单。看着别人怎么做的。)”可知，如果刷卡失败，新用户应该模仿成功的乘客，看看他们是怎么做的。故选B。
B
It is impossible to tell what the future holds. For Nelly Cheboi, the future was guided by her childhood dream of wanting to change the lives of those around her; little did she know that technology would become the gateway for such change.
A native of Mogotio, Kenya, Nelly Cheboi grew up in a run-down house, walked to school barefoot every day, and went to bed hungry every night-something not uncommon for those in her community. Nevertheless, she studied hard and earned a full-ride college scholarship. She had consumed plenty of books growing up, but didn’t know a thing about computers. If given a ten page paper in college, Cheboi would choose to hand-write it because she typed too slowly.
It was only in Cheboi’s third year of college that she encountered computer science—a subject she was fascinated by. She learned low technology could serve the economy and realized that, in order to fix the systems in Kenya that kept people in a cycle of poverty (贫穷), she could encourage her community to work online. That then became the motivation for TechLit Africa.
Founded in 2018, TechLit Africa is Cheboi’s nonprofit organization that provides students in rural Kenya with access to technology and the ability to learn fundamental digital skills. Computers are donated, transported to Kenya, and then refurbished(翻新)locally. TechLit Africa provides the computers and curriculum to schools. Schools and parents cover for the costs of local operations.
Today, Cheboi is working on ensuring TechLit Africa keeps running, especially in terms of funding. She says that TechLit Africa’s programs are the highlight of students’ days-but it is difficult to convince parents, teachers and the county government of the digital economy and how technology can financially support people.
“In a way, TechLit Africa serves as a bridge to connect two worlds-kids interact, ask questions and imagine what life is like out there while understanding the value of the Internet,” Cheboi says. In doing so, kids unlock global opportunities and a second chance at a more fulfilling life.
4. Where did Cheboi’s weakness lie according to paragraph 2?
A. Taking care of herself. B. Reading academic books.
C. Handwriting papers. D. Using a computer.
5. Why did Cheboi decide to establish TechLit Africa?
A. To free her community from heavy physical work.
B. To encourage online communication among locals.
C. To raise funds for uneducated children in poor areas.
D. To lift her community out of poverty by the Internet.
6. What does paragraph 5 mainly tell us about Cheboi’s program?
A. Its development. B. Its impact.
C Its challenge. D. Its popularity.
7. How does TechLit Africa benefit kids in Africa?
A. It ensures future employment.
B. It provides a global perspective.
C. It increases chances of traveling.
D. It inspires passion for charity.
【答案】4. D 5. D 6. C 7. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了肯尼亚的Nelly Cheboi家境贫困，但她努力学习，获得了大学全额奖学金。大三的时候她接触了电脑，意识到科技可以为经济服务，于是成立了TechLit Africa，目的是想通过互联网使家乡摆脱贫困。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段中“She had consumed plenty of books growing up, but didn’t know a thing about computers. If given a ten page paper in college, Cheboi would choose to hand-write it because she typed too slowly.(她从小看了很多书，但对电脑一窍不通。如果在大学里有一篇十页的论文，Cheboi 会选择手写，因为她打字太慢了。)”可知，Cheboi的弱点是她不会使用电脑，故选D。
【5题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段中“She learned low technology could serve the economy and realized that, in order to fix the systems in Kenya that kept people in a cycle of poverty (贫穷), she could encourage her community to work online. That then became the motivation for TechLit Africa.(她认识到低技术可以为经济服务，并意识到，为了修复肯尼亚这种使人们陷入贫困循环的系统，她鼓励她的社区在线工作。这就成了TechLit Africa的动机。)”可知，Cheboi决定成立TechLit Africa，是为了通过互联网使她的社区摆脱贫困。故选D。
【6题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第五段“Today, Cheboi is working on ensuring TechLit Africa keeps running, especially in terms of funding. She says that TechLit Africa’s programs are the highlight of students’ days-but it is difficult to convince parents, teachers and the county government of the digital economy and how technology can financially support people.(如今，Cheboi正致力于确保TechLit Africa的持续运行，尤其是在资金方面。她说，TechLit Africa的项目是学生生活中的亮点——但是很难说服家长、教师和县政府相信数字经济以及科技如何在财政上帮助人们。)”可知，第五段主要讲述了Cheboi建立项目所面临的挑战，故选C。
【7题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一段““In a way, TechLit Africa serves as a bridge to connect two worlds-kids interact, ask questions and imagine what life is like out there while understanding the value of the Internet,” Cheboi says. In doing so, kids unlock global opportunities and a second chance at a more fulfilling life.(Cheboi说:“在某种程度上，TechLit Africa充当了连接两个世界的桥梁——孩子们在理解互联网价值的同时进行互动，提出问题，想象外面的生活是什么样子。”通过这样做，孩子们获得了了解全球的机会，且获得了使生活更加充实的第二次机会。)”可知，TechLit Africa使非洲的孩子们能够了解全球各地的生活，即它提供给孩子们一个全球视角。故选B。
C
Imagine if it were easy for everyone to get to the seashore, to smell the sea winds and to feel seawater on their skin. Wouldn’t it be great if people with walking difficulty could also get closer to the ocean to enjoy the thrill of a sunset, watching the sun’s rays light up the waves? The good news is that things are moving in the right direction!
In a CDC study, around 14% of adults in the US report a mobility disability, defined as serious difficulty walking or climbing stairs. This can make vacation planning a challenge and put some destinations off-limits. But technology companies like Mobi-mat are making a day at the beach for people with limited mobility a reality.
Mobi-mat has developed some exciting innovations like non-slip roll-out accessibility mats(垫子). These function like red carpets at movie premieres(首映), taking people with special needs right to the seashore. They are made of a fine nylon material that is designed for people who use wheelchairs or may otherwise need a firmer surface to cross the sand.
More cities are working to make enjoyment of the beach much more wide-ranging in other creative ways based on regional conditions. The town of Jupiter in Florida has opened up access to its beaches to people who have trouble going up and down stairs via three new wide wooden walkovers. The Miami Herald recently reported on the upcoming construction of a wheelchair-accessible beachfront observation platform, and upgraded park with adaptive playground and exercise equipment for people with disabilities in Miami Beach.
Inspired by creative innovation, forward-looking policymakers and companies, and the shared demands of disabled people who are calling for better access to beautiful beach locations, it seems that many more people of all abilities will be able to head to the beach.
8. What is the good news mentioned in paragraph 1?
A. The seashore becomes the hottest destination.
B. The ocean environment changes for the better.
C. Beaches are more accessible to the disabled.
D. Approaching the sea benefits disabled people.
9. What can we learn about the mat from Mobi-mat?
A. It offers a firm surface. B. It originates from movies.
C. It replaces wheelchairs. D. It functions beneath the sand.
10. What can be inferred about the measures in Jupiter and Miami?
A. They’re well behind schedule.
B. They center on ocean protection.
C. They need to be more creative.
D. They’re tailored to local conditions.
11 What is the purpose of this text?
A. To introduce a friendly move.
B. To recommend a treatment.
C. To advertise beautiful beaches.
D. To report findings of a study.
【答案】8. C 9. A 10. D 11. A
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了Mobi-mat科技公司开发了一些令人兴奋的创新产品，使得一些行动不便的人们在海滩上度过一天成为现实。
【8题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段中“Wouldn’t it be great if people with walking difficulty could also get closer to the ocean to enjoy the thrill of a sunset, watching the sun’s rays light up the waves? The good news is that things are moving in the right direction!(如果步行困难的人们也可以走近大海，欣赏日落的刺激，看着太阳的光芒照亮海浪，那该多好啊？好消息是，事情正朝着正确的方向发展！)”可知，第一段提到的好消息是残疾人士会更容易到达海滩，故选C。
【9题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“Mobi-mat has developed some exciting innovations like non-slip roll-out accessibility mats(垫子). These function like red carpets at movie premieres(首映), taking people with special needs right to the seashore. They are made of a fine nylon material that is designed for people who use wheelchairs or may otherwise need a firmer surface to cross the sand.(Mobi-mat已经开发了一些令人兴奋的创新产品，如推出防滑无障碍垫。这些功能就像电影首映式上的红地毯，把有特殊需要的人带到海边。它们是由一种优良的尼龙材料制成的，这种材料是为那些使用轮椅或者需要更坚固的表面才能穿过沙子的人们设计的。)”可知，Mobi-mat提供了坚固的表面，故选A。
【10题详解】
推理判断题。根据倒数第二段“More cities are working to make enjoyment of the beach much more wide-ranging in other creative ways based on regional conditions. The town of Jupiter in Florida has opened up access to its beaches to people who have trouble going up and down stairs via three new wide wooden walkovers. Miami Herald recently reported on the upcoming construction of a wheelchair-accessible beachfront observation platform, and upgraded park with adaptive playground and exercise equipment for people with disabilities in Miami Beach.(越来越多的城市正在根据当地条件，以创造性的方式努力使海滩游玩更加广泛。佛罗里达州的朱庇特镇通过三个新的宽阔的木质步行机，向上下楼梯有困难的人们开放了进入其海滩的通道。《迈阿密先驱报》最近报道说，即将在迈阿密海滩建造一个可供轮椅使用的海滨观景平台，并为残疾人提供适应性游乐场和运动设备。)”可推知，在朱庇特和迈阿密采取的措施是根据当地条件而制定的，故选D。
【11题详解】
推理判断题。通读全文，尤其是第二段中“But technology companies like Mobi-mat are making a day at the beach for people with limited mobility a reality.(但是像Mobi-mat这样的科技公司正在让行动不便的人们在海滩上度过一天成为现实。)”可知，文章主要讲述了Mobi-mat科技公司开发了一些令人兴奋的创新产品，这使得一些行动不便的人们在海滩上度过一天成为现实。由此可推知，文章的主要目的是介绍一个友好的举动。故选A。
D
People often call music a universal language, but do certain songs really cause the same mental images in our minds? Scientists at Princeton find that while music absolutely can stimulate(激发)similar mental experiences, the results also strongly suggest culture is a major factor.
A total of 622 people took part in the study. All of the volunteers came from one of three locations: two suburban college towns in the US (one in Arkansas and the other in Michigan), or the rural Chinese village of Dimen. It’s worth noting that the main language in Dimen is Dong, a tonal language unrelated to the official language of China. Locals there have little contact with Western media or culture at all. All participants listened to the exact same 32 “musical stimuli”— which were 60-second cuts of instrumental music. Half of these pieces came from Western music while the rest came from Chinese music.
After hearing, researchers asked the groups about the images they saw in their heads while listening. Incredibly, people from Arkansas and Michigan often described very similar stories, even using the exact same words frequently. Dimen listeners, on the other hand, envisioned stories that were similar to each other but quite different from the American listeners. More specifically, one track led t o Americans seeing a cowboy in the hot desert surveying an empty town. Meanwhile, Chinese participants imagined a man in ancient times reflecting on the loss of a loved one.
“There’s something about the results that’s really surprising, especially because people encounter music in 2022 often in a solitary way, over headphones. But it turns out, it’s still a shared experience, almost like a shred dream, although not universally shared, ”says Elizabeth Margulis, the study author.
The results paint a more complex picture of music’s power. Music can generate remarkably similar stories in listeners’ minds, but it depends on a common set of cultural experiences. So while we imagine music can bring people together, the opposite can also be true-it can distinguish between sets of people with a different background or culture.
12. What is the probable reason for Dimen being selected for the study?
A. Its unique cultural background. B. Its close contact with US.
C. Its complex language system. D. Its long tradition of music.
13. What were the participants required to do after listening to music?
A. Exchange their comments on the scene.
B. Imagine musicians’ original inspiration.
C. Describe the picture forming in mind.
D. Recall personal music-related stories.
14. Which is closest in meaning to the underlined word “solitary” in paragraph 4?
A. Strange. B. Individual. C. Outdated. D. Polite.
15. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text?
A. Unbelievable? Music’s Effects Go beyond Cultures
B. Problem Solved! How Music Brings Us All Together
C. Amazing! Cultures Determine Our Preference for Music
D. Universal Language? Culture Matters When We Hear Music
【答案】12. A 13. C 14. B 15. D
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了普林斯顿大学的科学家们发现，虽然音乐绝对可以刺激类似的心理体验，但研究结果也强烈表明，文化是一个主要因素。
【12题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段中“It’s worth noting that the main language in Dimen is Dong, a tonal language unrelated to the official language of China. (值得注意的是，Dimen的主要语言是侗语，一种与中国官方语言无关的声调语言)”可推知，Dimen被选中参加这项研究的可能原因是它具有独特的文化背景，故选A。
【13题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段中“After hearing, researchers asked the groups about the images they saw in their heads while listening.(听完之后，研究人员询问这些小组在听的时候在他们的脑海中看到的图像)”可知，在听完音乐后，参与者被要求描述脑海中形成的画面。故选C。
【14题详解】
词句猜测题。由划线单词下文“over headphones.(通过耳机)”和划线单词所在句子“There’s something about the results that’s really surprising, especially because people encounter music in 2022 often in a solitary way(这个结果真的很令人惊讶尤其是因为人们在2022年经常以一种solitary方式接触音乐)”可知，人们只是通过耳机来接触音乐，这是一种单独接触音乐的方式。由此可知，划线单词solitary意为“单独的”，与B项“Individual(单独的)”意思一样。故选B。
【15题详解】
主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是第一段“People often call music a universal language, but do certain songs really cause the same mental images in our minds? Scientists at Princeton find that while music absolutely can stimulate (激发) similar mental experiences, the results also strongly suggest culture is a major factor.(人们常说音乐是一种通用的语言，但是某些歌曲真的会在我们的脑海中产生同样的意象吗？普林斯顿大学的科学家们发现，虽然音乐绝对可以刺激类似的心理体验，但研究结果也强烈表明，文化是一个主要因素)”可知，文章主要介绍了人们常说音乐是一种通用的语言，但是普林斯顿大学的科学家们发现，虽然音乐绝对可以刺激类似的心理体验，但研究结果也强烈表明，文化是一个主要因素。由此可知，D项“通用语言？当我们听到音乐时，文化很重要”适合做文章标题。故选D。
第二节 (共5小题;每小题2. 5分, 满分12. 5分)
阅读下面短文, 从短文后的选项中选出可以填人空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Canada is considered one of the most fascinating countries in the world and attracts numerous tourists from all over the world every year. ___16___ Here are some tips on how to make your trip budget-friendly.
First, adopt economical ways to get around. Driving is one of the cheapest and most efficient ways to get around Canada. If you live close to Canada, you can drive your own car through customs and border control, or you can rent a car.___17___ Though it tends to be slower, tickets are extremely cheap, especially when booked in advance. What’s more, you can travel by train across Canada and along the coasts, which is one of the most cost-friendly ways to see the country.
___18___ These are very popular and inexpensive ways to stay the night. Look for shared rooms rather than entire homes, because sharing the spaces tends to be cheaper. Alternatively, you can stay at hostels. Most hostels have shared bathrooms and kitchen areas, and might have shared bedrooms as well.
To have fun, go to music, art, and food festivals. Especially during the summer, most large cities have a variety of outdoor festivals with free entrance. ___19___ You can also visit museums, art galleries, and universities. Art and history are extremely important cultural aspects of life in Canada, so there are many free or low-cost museums and galleries to visit. Additionally, most universities offer free tours of their campuses. ___20___
Keep these tips in mind, and even if you’re on a tight budget, you can spend time in major cities in Canada, enjoy the outdoors, and experience the unique culture of the country.
A. Some of them include small museums or historical landmarks.
B. As for accommodation, use home sharing services like Airbnb.
C. Domestic tourism industry has also boomed in Canada in recent years.
D. Besides, visit local websites to find the best hotels topping tourists’ list.
E. If you are longing for a trip to Canada but on a tight budget, don’t worry.
F. Take advantage of the opportunity to see local artists and sample Canadian cuisine!
G. If you don’t have a tight schedule, taking the Megabus from city to city is a good choice.
【答案】16. E 17. G 18. B 19. F 20. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了几个可以帮助你在加拿大旅游省钱的妙招。
【16题详解】
根据上文“Canada is considered one of the most fascinating countries in the world and attracts numerous tourists from all over the world every year. (加拿大被认为是世界上最迷人的国家之一，每年吸引着无数来自世界各地的游客。)”可知，加拿大是一个旅游胜地；而下文“Here are some tips on how to make your trip budget-friendly. (这里有一些关于如何使你的旅行省钱的建议。)”则介绍了一些好的省钱的建议。选项E“If you are longing for a trip to Canada but on a tight budget, don’t worry. (如果你渴望去加拿大旅行，但预算紧张，不要担心。)”承上启下，符合上下文内容。故选E。
【17题详解】
上文“If you live close to Canada, you can drive your own car through customs and border control, or you can rent a car.(如果你住在加拿大附近，你可以自己开车通过海关和边境控制，也可以租一辆车。)”建议读者自驾或租赁汽车；而下文“Though it tends to be slower, tickets are extremely cheap, especially when booked in advance. (虽然它往往比较慢，但票非常便宜，尤其是提前预订的时候。)”中又提到了票价便宜，说明空处应该提到了某种公共交通工具。选项G“If you don’t have a tight schedule, taking the Megabus from city to city is a good choice. (如果你的行程不是很紧，乘坐Megabus从一个城市到另一个城市是个不错的选择。)”建议读者乘坐Megabus，与下文内容一致。故选G。
【18题详解】
空处为段首句，为本段主要内容。根据下文“These are very popular and inexpensive ways to stay the night. Look for shared rooms rather than entire homes, because sharing the spaces tends to be cheaper. Alternatively, you can stay at hostels. Most hostels have shared bathrooms and kitchen areas, and might have shared bedrooms as well.(这些都是非常受欢迎和便宜的过夜方式。寻找合租的房间，而不是整个房子，因为合租空间往往更便宜。或者，你可以住青年旅社。大多数青年旅社共用浴室和厨房，也可能共用卧室。)”可知，本段主要讲述的是旅游期间的住宿问题。选项B“As for accommodation, use home sharing services like Airbnb .(关于住宿，可以使用Airbnb这样的房屋共享服务。)”与下文内容一致。故选B。
【19题详解】
根据本段首句“To have fun, go to music, art, and food festivals. (要想玩得开心，可以去参加音乐、艺术和美食节。)”可知，本段主要介绍了一些旅游时可参加的娱乐活动。而空前“Especially during the summer, most large cities have a variety of outdoor festivals with free entrance. (特别是在夏季，大多数大城市都有各种免费入场的户外节日。)”介绍了一些户外节日供读者参加；空后“You can also visit museums, art galleries, and universities. (你也可以参观博物馆、艺术画廊和大学。)”则介绍了博物馆等场所供读者参观。选项F“Take advantage of the opportunity to see local artists and sample Canadian cuisine! (好好利用这个机会，看看当地艺术家，品尝加拿大美食！)”也提供了一些游客可从事的活动。符合上下文内容。故选F。
【20题详解】
根据上文“Art and history are extremely important cultural aspects of life in Canada, so there are many free or low-cost museums and galleries to visit. Additionally, most universities offer free tours of their campuses.(艺术和历史是加拿大生活中非常重要的文化方面，所以有许多免费或廉价的博物馆和画廊可供参观。此外，大多数大学都提供免费的校园参观。)”可知，作者建议读者欣赏加拿大的艺术和历史。选项A“Some of them include small museums or historical landmarks. (其中一些包括小型博物馆或历史地标。)”与上文提到的艺术、历史相一致。故选A。
第三部分 语言运用(共两节, 满分30分)
第一节 (共15小题;每小题1分, 满分15分)
阅读下面短文, 从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填人空白处的最佳选项。
It was the middle of winter some 30 years ago. I was a young father with three little mouths to ___21___. My college education, however, didn’t help me to ___22___ a well-paid job. I was working in a woodcutting business for just above the ___23___ wage. Working outdoors for 8 hours a day had caused my___24___ to split (裂开) and bleed at their tips in the cold, dry air.
That day at work was harder than normal. We ___25___ workers. Worse still, the machines kept breaking down. When the day finally ended, I took off the gloves and ___26___ my painful hands. The splits were ___27___ than ever and I had bled through the band-aids again. I tried to ___28___ my back but it hurt badly. I had never felt that tired and ___29___before, wondering why life was so tough and how long I could keep doing this.
I tried to ___30___ a smile as I got home. My daughter ran up to me merrily, yelled “Daddy!”, and ___31___ her little arms around my neck. My heart exploded with ___32___. My aches and tiredness disappeared into her___33___ . And the joy in my heart ___34___ the depression away. At that moment I knew I could continue on and that things would get better.
We all have ___35___ fingers and band-aid days in our lives here. But with love we can make it through them all.
21. A. water B. hold C. feed D. whisper
22. A. quit B. offer C. reject D. secure
23. A. minimum B. appropriate C. desired D. original
24. A. lips B. legs C. feet D. fingers
25. A. trained B. lacked C. motivated D. fired
26. A. ignored B. cured C. examined D. washed
27. A. worse B. dirtier C. smaller D. nicer
28. A. lighten B. protect C. straighten D. shake
29. A. homesick B. free C. embarrassed D. down
30. A. count on B. put on C. run after D. show off
31. A. reached B. wrapped C. broke D. crossed
32. A. sadness B. complaint C. pity D. love
33. A. worry B. mind C. hug D. room
34. A. drove B. turned C. gave D. scared
35. A. flexible B. bleeding C. powerful D. amazing
【答案】21. C 22. D 23. A 24. D 25. B 26. C 27. A 28. C 29. D 30. B 31. B 32. D 33. C 34. A 35. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了三十年前，作者为了养家，不得不在伐木公司工作，收入微薄，手指因为寒冷而开裂流血，但是家人的爱帮助作者度过了艰难的日子。
【21题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我是一个年轻的父亲，有三张嘴要养活。A. water水；B. hold持有；C. feed喂养；D. whisper低语。根据上文“I was a young father with three little mouths to”可知，作者有孩子要喂养。故选C。
【22题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：然而，我的大学教育并没有帮助我找到一份高薪的工作。A. quit停止；B. offer提议；C. reject拒绝；D. secure获得。根据后文“a well-paid job”可知，此处指大学教育并没有帮助到作者获得工作。故选D。
【23题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我当时在一家伐木公司工作，工资略高于最低工资标准。A. minimum最小的；B. appropriate合适的；C. desired渴望得到的；D. original起初的。根据上文“I was working in a woodcutting business for just above the”结合上文提到大学教育并没有帮助到作者获得很好的工作，所以这里指工资略高于最低工资标准。故选A。
【24题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：每天在户外工作8个小时，在寒冷干燥的空气中，我的手指尖端裂开流血。A. lips嘴唇；B. legs腿；C. feet脚；D. fingers手指。根据后文“my painful hands”可知，在寒冷干燥的空气中，作者的手指尖端裂开流血。故选D。
【25题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我们缺少工人。A. trained训练；B. lacked缺少；C. motivated激发；D. fired点火。根据后文“Worse still, the machines kept breaking down.(更糟的是，机器不停地出故障)”可知，本句是在描述糟糕的情况。故选B。
【26题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：当这一天终于结束时，我脱下手套，检查我疼痛的手。A. ignored忽视；B. cured治愈；C. examined检查；D. washed洗涤。根据后文“my painful hands”可知，作者检查自己疼痛的手。故选C。
【27题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：伤口裂开得比以前更严重了，我又一次从创可贴上流出血来了。A. worse更差；B. dirtier更脏的；C. smaller更小的；D. nicer更好的。根据后文“and I had bled through the band-aids again”可知，伤口裂开得比以前更严重了，又一次从创可贴上流出血来了。故选A。
【28题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我试着挺直背，但背疼得厉害。A. lighten 听；B. protect保护；C. straighten变直；D. shake摇晃。根据后文“my back but it hurt badly”可知，指挺直背部，故选C。
【29题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我以前从未感到如此疲惫和沮丧，我想知道生活为什么如此艰难，我能坚持这样做多久。A. homesick想家的；B. free自由的；C. embarrassed尴尬的；D. down沮丧的。根据后文“wondering why life was so tough and how long I could keep doing this.”可知，作者感到疲惫和沮丧。故选D。
【30题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：回到家时，我努力装出笑容。A. count on依靠；B. put on穿上；C. run after追赶；D. show off炫耀。根据后文“a smile as I got home”可知，此处指作者回家装出笑容，故选B。
【31题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我的女儿高兴地跑到我跟前，喊道：“爸爸！”她的小胳膊搂住了我的脖子。A. reached到达；B. wrapped包裹；C. broke打破；D. crossed穿过。根据后文“her little arms around my neck”可知，此处指女儿用手臂围绕住作者，故选B。
【32题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我心里充满了爱。A. sadness悲伤；B. complaint抱怨；C. pity遗憾；D. love爱。根据语境可知，女儿拥抱回家的作者，所以作者内心充满了爱。故选D。
【33题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我的疼痛和疲倦都消失在她的拥抱中。A. worry担心；B. mind思维；C. hug拥抱；D. room房间。根据上文“her little arms around my neck”可知，疼痛和疲倦都消失在她的拥抱中。故选C。
【34题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我心中的喜悦驱走了沮丧。A. drove驾驶；B. turned转弯；C. gave给予；D. scared使害怕。根据后文“the depression away.”可知，心中的喜悦驱走了沮丧。故选A。
【35题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：在这里，我们都有手指流血和创可贴的日子。A. flexible灵活的；B. bleeding流血的；C. powerful强大的；D. amazing令人惊讶的。根据后文“fingers and band-aid days in our lives here”以及上文“to split and bleed at their tips in the cold, dry air.”可知，此处指手指流血。故选B。
第二节 (共10小题;每小题1分, 满分10分)
根据所给单词的汉语提示或首字母, 写出空缺处单词的正确形式, 每空一词。
36. The disease is often ________(伴随)by sneezing and fever. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】accompanied
【解析】
【详解】考查动词。句意：该病常伴有打喷嚏和发烧。be accompanied by伴随有，附有，伴同。根据汉语提示及句意，故填accompanied。
37. I’m honored to be a________ (见证人) at your wedding ceremony. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】witness
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：我很荣幸能成为你们婚礼见证人。此处“见证人”应用名词witness作表语，由a可知，应用单数，故填witness。
38. Founded in 1949, NBA is short for National Basketball________ (协会). (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】Association
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：NBA成立于1949年，是美国国家篮球协会的简称。“协会”应用名词association作宾语，且“国家篮球协会”是一个机构的名称，首字母应大写，故填Association。
39. We can take action and it is important that we do so without further________ (延误). (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】delay
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：我们可以采取行动，重要的是我们要毫不拖延地这样做。结合句子结构和汉语提示可知，名词delay符合题意，作宾语，抽象概念，不可数。故填delay。
40. We need to cut down on our gas ________ (消耗)by having fewer cars on the road. (根据汉语提示单词拼写)
【答案】consumption
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：我们需要通过减少路上的汽车数量来减少汽油的消耗。此处“消耗”应用名词consumption作宾语，为不可数名词，故填consumption。
41. With many tasks to handle, Tom is not a_________ for our party at present. (根据首字母单词拼写)
【答案】available##vailable
【解析】
【详解】考查形容词。句意：由于有许多事情要处理，汤姆目前没空参加我们的聚会。由首字母和句意可知，此处应用形容词available作表语，表示“有空的”，故填available。
42. After several tests, the scientists drew a c ________that the theory was practical. (根据首字母单词拼写)
【答案】conclusion##onclusion
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：经过几次试验，科学家们得出了这个理论是可行的结论。根据句意和首字母可知，此次表示“结论”，应用名词conclusion作宾语，由a可知，应用单数，故填conclusion。
43. Equipped with professional knowledge, the graduate is q ________for the job. (根据首字母单词拼写)
【答案】qualified##ualified
【解析】
【详解】考查形容词。句意：这位毕业生具备专业知识，有资格担任这项工作。根据首字母和句意可知，此处表示“有资格的”，应用形容词qualified，作表语。故填qualified。
44. The failure wasn’t a bad thing; on the c________, it was a good chance to learn. (根据首字母单词拼写)
【答案】contrary##ontrary
【解析】
【详解】考查名词。句意：这次失败并不是坏事；相反，这是一个学习的好机会。on the contrary相反。根据首字母提示及句意，故填contrary。
45. People were touched by the little girl’s keeping o________regardless of difficulties in life. (根据首字母单词拼写)
【答案】optimistic##ptimistic
【解析】
【详解】考查形容词。句意：人们被这个小女孩不顾生活中的困难保持乐观的精神所感动。根据首字母和句意可知，此处表示“乐观的”，应用形容词optimistic，作表语，故填optimistic。
第三节 (共5小题;每小题1分, 满分5分)
阅读下列各句, 在空白处填入1个适当单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
46. By the end of last week, enough money________ (raise) for the project. (所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】had been raised
【解析】
【详解】考查时态语态。句意：到上周末为止，已经为这个项目筹集到了足够的资金。此处在句中作谓语，由By the end of last week可知，句子应用过去完成时，表示筹集这个动作在过去某一时间前就已经完成了，且主语enough money和动词raise是被动关系，应用过去完成时的被动语态，故填had been raised。
47. It confused her a lot_________ she should stick to her own way of life or follow the American way. (用适当的词填空)
【答案】whether
【解析】
【详解】考查主语从句连接词。句意：她是应该坚持自己的生活方式，还是应该遵循美国的方式， 这使她很困惑。分析句子结构可知，it是形式主语，真正的主语是空处引导的从句，且由句意和or可知，此处表示“她是应该坚持自己的生活方式，还是应该遵循美国的方式”，应用whether，whether...or“是……还是……”，故填whether。
48. Argentina displayed great team spirit in the final, ________ (win) the 2022 World Cup. (所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】winning
【解析】
【详解】考查非谓语动词。句意：阿根廷队在决赛中展现出了伟大的团队精神，赢得了2022年世界杯。句中有谓语displayed，前后无连词，此处应用非谓语动词作状语，主语Argentina和动词win是主动关系，应用现在分词作状语，故填winning。
49. Don’t miss the visit to the museum, ________is known as “Chinese Treasure House”. (用适当的词填空)
【答案】which
【解析】
【详解】考查定语从句。句意：不要错过参观被称为“中国宝库”的博物馆。空处引导非限制性定语从句，先行词是museum，从句缺少主语，应用关系代词which引导。故填which。
50. We should creatively solve the problems________ (arise)from economic development. (所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】arising
【解析】
【详解】考查非谓语动词。句意：我们应该创造性地解决经济发展中出现的问题。空处应填非谓语动词作后置定语，被修饰词problems与arise之间是主动关系，应用现在分词。故填arising。
第四部分 写作(共两节, 满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
51. 假定你是李华，你的英国笔友Robin写信表示对中国的美食文化很感兴趣。请你给他写一封回信，内容包括：
1. 推荐一道美食；2. 说明理由。
注意：1. 写作词数应为80左右；
2. 请在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Robin,
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Robin,
I’m more than delighted to know that you’re interested in Chinese food. It has a long history with distinct cuisine types in different areas. As a food lover, here I highly recommend Kung Pao Chicken.
Cooked with chicken breast, roasted peanuts and small pieces of dried tofu, Kung Pao Chicken not only tastes delicious but does good to your health as well. Also, this dish is quite casy to make and can be adapted to individual tastes.
If you’re in the mood for something healthy, this is a great choice!
Yours,
Li Hua
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文，要求考生给对中国美食文化很感兴趣的英国笔友Robin写一封回信，内容包括：推荐一道美食；说明理由。
【详解】1.词汇积累
高兴的：delighted→happy/glad
对……感兴趣：be interested in→have an interest in
不同的：distinct→different
美味的：delicious→palatable
2.句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句：As a food lover, here I highly recommend Kung Pao Chicken.
拓展句：As a food lover, here I highly recommend a dish which is called Kung Pao Chicken.
【点睛】[高分句型1] I’m more than delighted to know that you’re interested in Chinese food. (运用了that引导的宾语从句)

[高分句型2] Cooked with chicken breast, roasted peanuts and small pieces of dried tofu, Kung Pao Chicken not only tastes delicious but does good to your health as well. (运用了非谓语动词作状语)
第二节 (满分25分)
52. 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。
The little country schoolhouse was heated by an old-fashioned, pot-bellied coal stove (火炉). An eight-year-old boy named Glenn Cunningham had the job of coming to school early each day so that he could use kerosene(煤油)to start the fire and warm the room before his teacher and his classmates arrived.
One cold morning, someone mistakenly filled the kerosene container he used with gas, and disaster struck. The class and teacher arrived to find the schoolhouse enveloped in a big fire. Terrified on realizing that Glenn was inside, they rushed in and managed to drag the unconscious(无意识的)little boy out of the flaming building more dead than alive. He had major burns over the lower half of his body and was rushed to a nearby county hospital.
From his bed, the seriously burned, half-conscious little boy faintly heard the doctor talking to his heart-broken mother. The doctor told his mother that her son would surely die-which might be for the best, really-for the terrible fire had ruined the lower half of his body. From the waist down, Glenn had no ability to move at all. His thin, scarred legs just hung there, all but lifeless.
But the brave boy didn’t want to die. Glenn made up his mind that he would survive. And somehow, to the amazement of the physician, he did survive.
Returning home, Glenn was seen either in a wheelchair or in bed. One sunny day his mother wheeled him out into the yard to get some fresh air. Over the grass and the strong white fence bordering their lot, he watched other boys playing joyfully. He couldn’t help looking back on the happy days before the disaster. With his thoughts wandering back to those old golden memories, this brave little boy made up his mind.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Instead of sitting there, he threw himself from the wheelchair.
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Glenn began to run to school.
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【答案】 Instead of sitting there, he threw himself from the wheelchair. Glenn pulled himself across the grass, dragging his legs behind him. He worked his way to the fence. With great effort, he raised himself up on the fence. Then he began dragging himself along the fence, determined that he would walk. He started to do this every day until he wore a smooth path all around the yard beside the fence. There was nothing he wanted more than to develop life in those legs. Ultimately through his daily massages, his iron persistence and his resolute determination, he did develop the ability to stand up, then to walk haltingly(断断续续), then to walk by himself - and then - to run.
Glenn began to run to school. Later in college he made the track team. Still later in Madison Square Garden this young man who was not expected to survive, who would surely never walk, who could never hope to run - this determined young man, Dr. Glenn Cunningham, ran the world’s fastest mile!
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了8岁男孩Glenn Cunningham每天都要早到学校，他会在老师和同学到来之前用煤油生火取暖。但是一天，有人误将他用的煤油容器装满了煤气，这导致教室发生火灾，同学和老师设法把他从着火的大楼里救出来，送到医院，他严重烧伤，医生告诉他的母亲，他救不活了，但是Glenn却奇迹般地活了下来，他从腰以下都失去了知觉。一天母亲推着他到院子里呼吸新鲜空气，看到其他男孩在快乐地玩耍，他情不自禁地回想起灾难发生前那些快乐的日子并下定决心要站起来。
【详解】1.段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“他没有坐在那里，而是从轮椅上跳了下来。”可知，第一段可描写Glenn从轮椅上下来后努力靠着栅栏站起来，并每天重复练习，最终通过他的努力，他能够站起来，慢慢地会走路了，然后能跑步了。
②由第二段首句内容“Glenn开始跑步上学。”可知，第二段可描写Glenn跑步去上学，并且在大学里成为了田径选手。
2.续写线索：从轮椅上跳下来——穿过草坪——爬到栅栏——扶着栅栏站起来——坚持每天练习——开始能站起来——能走几步——能跑起来——跑着去学校——在大学里成为田径运动员——感悟
3.词汇激活
行为类
①努力前往：worked his way to/tried to go to
②拽：drag/pull
③站起来：stand up/rise to one’s feet
情绪类
①坚定的：resolute/firm
②有决心的：determined/resolved

【点睛】[高分句型1]. Then he began dragging himself along the fence, determined that he would walk. （由连接词that引导的宾语和形容词作状语）
[高分句型2].He started to do this every day until he wore a smooth path all around the yard beside the fence.（由until引导的状语从句）
[高分句型3].Later in college he made the track team. Still later in Madison Square Garden this young man who was not expected to survive, who would surely never walk, who could never hope to run - this determined young man, Dr. Glenn Cunningham, ran the world’s fastest mile!（who引导的限制性定语从句和who引导的非限制性定语从句）
听力答案：1-5 ABCAC 6-10 ACBCB 11-15 BCABA 16-20 ABCCA