2023年高考英语考前模拟考场练手卷（全国甲卷）03（有听力）含解析

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 2023年高考英语考前模拟考场练手卷（全国甲卷）03
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．What does the man care most about the phone?
A．Its price. B．Its design. C．Its model.
2．How does the man prefer to go to the airport?
A．By taxi. B．By subway. C．By bus.
3．Where does the conversation. take place?
A．In an office. B．In a restaurant. C．In a store.
4．What will the woman do to cool down?
A．Go outside.
B．Open the window.
C．Turn on the air conditioner.
5．What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A．A robot. B．A zoo. C．A hotel.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
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，每小题将给出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至7题。
6．Why is John calling Maria?
A．To ask for a ride. B．To discuss a meeting. C．To borrow her car.
7．When will the speakers meet?
A．At 7:10. B．At 7:30. C．At 7:40.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8．What problem did Jack meet in Florida?
A．He got sun-burnt badly.
B．The weather was changeable.
C．There were too many tourists.
9．With whom did the woman go to Queens town?
A．Her friends. B．Her father. C．Her husband.
10．What will the woman do for Jack?
A．Buy him a gift.
B．Teach him how to dive.
C．Show him some pictures.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11．What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A．Brother and sister. B．Classmates. C．Teacher and student.
12．When will Teresa sign up for after-school tutoring?
A．On Monday. B．On Tuesday. C．On Wednesday.
13．What will the boy do next?
A．Call Mr. Brown.
B．Apologize to Nancy.
C．Buy a new doll house.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14．At what age did Michael’s grandfather retire?
A．55. B．58. C．61.
15．How would his retired life be in Michael’s grandfather’s opinion?
A．Colorful. B．Poor. C．Dull.
16．Why did Michael’s grandfather finally retire?
A．To help out a young man.
B．To work at the Union Office.
C．To spend time with his family.
17．What is Michael’s grandfather learning now?
A．Skating. B．Painting. C．Swimming.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18．What did wildlife officials decide to do with the washed-up dolphin?
A．Clear her stomach.
B．Put her back to the sea.
C．Kill her in a painless way.
19．What was still unknown yet?
A．Why the dolphin got sick.
B．Whether the dolphin was pregnant.
C．What was in the dolphin’s stomach.
20．Where is the talk probably being given?
A．In a lecture hall. B．At a radio studio. C．On the beach.

第二部分　阅读理解(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和D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
3 Hour Off-Road Sunset Safari to Grand Canyon with Entrance Gate Detour
Overview
Experience spectacular views of the Grand Canyon South Rim without the crowds. With this tour, you’ll take the road less traveled to reach the iconic landmark, driving along scenic back roads in a comfortable 4WD safari vehicle and avoiding the busy south entrance gate. Stop to admire the views from Yavapai Point, Pipe Creek Canyon, and Duck on a Rock Overlook, then time your arrival to watch the sunset from Grand view Point.
What To Expect
* Grand Canyon South Rim Voted best and most fascinating 3-hour Sunset tour at Grand Canyon. Informative, local guides describe Grand Canyon geological formations, Native American history, mule and hiking trail systems, and the rich history of this region. Includes Tusayan pick-up, south entrance gate detour during 30 minute off-road hiking, viewing of native wildlife such as elk, deer and rare bird species in their natural environment; ending at Grand view Point where the fading sunlight turns the Canyon into vivid colors.
3 hours  Admission Ticket Included
* Yavapai Point See magnificent vistas, Colorado River and Phantom Ranch.
45 minutes  Admission Ticket Included
* Pipe Creek Vista
Pipe Creek Viewpoint
*Grandview Point
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info AYSTA
*Confirmation will be received at time of booking
* Not recommended for travelers with back problems
*Minimum 2 people—if less call direct at 928-638-5337
*This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund. Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
21．What’s special about the trip route?
A．Light traffic. B．Beautiful sunset.
C．Advanced vehicles. D．Experienced guides.
22．How long does the trip last?
A．3 hours. B．4 hours. C．4.75 hours. D．5.25 hours.
23．In which condition can you cancel with a full refund?
A．Living far from public transportation.
B．Canceling two hours before the trip.
C．Suffering from back problems in the trip.
D．Failing to meet the number of visitors.


B
When I started my own business, I thought I had it all figured out. When I made the decision to change my lifestyle and get fit, I thought I was on the right track. And when I purchased a second business, I knew I was doing the right thing. Slowing down never occurred to me.
But something was wrong. My Apple watch buzzed repeatedly in the night, warning me that my heart rate was over one hundred. My body ached, my head pounded, and no matter how much I exercised, I was losing strength.
When I visited the doctor, the first thing she asked was “How’s your stress level?” I shrugged. “Nothing new or out of the ordinary.” But something was happening in my body. A multitude of tests and blood work revealed I had Graves’ disease, with symptoms that include accelerated heart rate, high blood pressure, physical anxiety, tiredness, and muscle weakness.
For the next week, I re-read online articles indicating that stress management played a part in controlling Graves’ disease. And I made a list of everything I was juggling(兼顾). My calendar was filled with online marketing, photo shoots, website design, and copywriting. I barely had time to blink, let alone relax.
It was hard to decide which were the most important and do them first. I examined the juggling act and tried to decide what to let go of. I bid farewell to clients, explaining I was cutting back and lightening my workload. When asked to speak at events or take on new projects, I said “No.” And I found someone to help me plan that big event.
Until then, I didn’t realize how much I’d missed the simple joys—little things that helped me relax and recharge, like long hikes, taking my dog to the park, visiting my favorite bookstore, and sitting on the back porch to watch the sunrise. I know my limits and when it’s time to stop juggling. I’ve learned to be kind to myself. I start each day with meditation(冥想) and end with gratitude.
24．What did the author think about his own stress level?
A．Mild. B．Serious.
C．The slightest. D．Same as usual.
25．How did the author feel about his health condition after going to see a doctor?
A．Concerned. B．Puzzled.
C．Relieved. D．Curious.
26．What did the author do after he was diagnosed with the Graves’ disease?
A．He quit his job.
B．He went abroad to watch the sunrise.
C．He slowed down his life pace.
D．He never got involved in any big event.
27．What can be the best title for the text?
A．Live Life to the Fullest
B．More Haste and Less Speed
C．Watch Your Weight When Necessary
D．Stop Rushing and Put Something Down

C
Nightmares, or bad dreams, are terrible. I’ve dreamt about throwing up, animals swallowing me, and someone breaking into my house―all causing me to wake up in the middle of the night, heart racing, anxiety growing out of control. Sometimes, my bad dreams reflect exactly what I’m feeling anxious about. Other times, they’re about something else, but still seemingly caused by my anxiety levels. To find out if anxiety really can cause bad dreams, I went straight to the experts.
The experts I spoke with agreed that anxiety could contribute to bad dreams. “Thoughts filled with anxiety while someone is asleep can manifest (显现) themselves as bad dreams or stress dreams,” said Alex Dimitriu, a double board-certified physician in psychiatry and sleep medicine. “Stress dreams, such as missing an important event, a test, or a flight, are often quite common in people undergoing stress during their daily lives.”
Although the reasons why we dream are not fully understood, there may be times when your mind is simply trying to work through a challenge from that day — one that can be causing you to feel anxious. “We do know from research that the brain continues to work on solving problems during sleep,” explained Jason Durant, a New York-based licensed clinical psychologist.
In that sense, dreaming can actually be a good thing, even if it feels uncomfortable at the time. “The mind is attempting to prompt (促使) you to use the tools you successfully used before when in a similar life situation, or to remind you what did not work and to try something new,” said Nancy Irwin, a clinical psychologist.
Anyhow, bad dreams may be the last thing you want. You may not be able to prevent bad dreams completely, but you can focus on managing your anxiety during the day, which may help alleviate (减轻) the problem. Dr. Dimitriu suggests going for a walk, talking to friends and journaling to process your feelings throughout the day. Then, in the evenings, step away from your devices, and take some time to plot out a strategy for dealing with the things that are causing you stress.
28．Why does the author mention his/her experiences of bad dreams?
A．To say anxiety is very common.
B．To  analyze the cause of bad dreams.
C．To find anxiety levels in a dream.
D．To prove bad dreams are unavoidable.
29．What does the word “themselves” underlined in paragraph 2 refer to?
A．Bad dreams.
B．Sleeping people.
C．Stressful events.
D．Anxious thoughts.
30．How do bad dreams benefit us in Nancy Irwin’s opinion?
A．They keep us free of anxiety.
B．They help us deal with problems.
C．They allow us to recall the past.
D．They warn us to remain cautious.
31．What is the last paragraph mainly about?
A．Advice on how to reduce bad dreams.
B．Ways to totally prevent dreaming.
C．How to relieve anxiety through exercise.
D．How to improve sleep quality at night.

D
Babies have an astonishing talent that adults entirely lose. By the age of one, they can recognise the significant noises around them and group them into a language. When we have lost this capacity as adults, it becomes enormously difficult to distinguish between sounds that are glaringly different to a native speaker. It all sounds Greek to us. This is because the range of possible sounds that humans use to convey meaning may be as high as 2,000, but few languages use more than 100 and even then the significant noises－the phonemes (音素) of a language－each cover a range of sounds and so vague distinctions which would change the meaning of a word in other languages.
But where do these phonemes come from and why do they shift over time? New research suggests that the apparently arbitrary distribution of some sounds around the world may be partially explained by diet. This is unexpected. We’d rather think of language as product of our thought, rather than of the arrangement of our teeth. In reality, though, any given language must be both.
Hunter gatherer languages very seldom use the sounds known as labiodentals (唇齿音)－those such as f and v－that are made by touching the lower lip with the upper teeth. Only two of the hundreds of Australian aboriginal languages use them, for example. But in cultures that have discovered farming, these consonants (辅音) are much more common. The argument goes that farmers eat more cooked food and more dairy than hunter gatherers. Either way, they need to chew mush less, and to bite less with their front teeth. So farmers grew up with smaller lower jaws and more of an overbite than their ancestors who had to bite through harder foods. It became easier for them to make the labiodental consonants instead of purely labial (唇音) ones: one example is that f come to take the place of p. Romans said “pater” but English speakers (unless they’re Rees－Moggs) say “father”.
Beyond these particular changes, the story highlights the way in which everything distinctively human is both material and spiritual: speech must combine sound and meaning, and the meaning can ’t exist or be transmitted without a real object. But neither can it be reduced to the purely physical, as our inability to understand or even to recognise foreign languages makes clear. The food we eat shapes our jaws, and our jaws in turn shape the sounds of our language. The ease with which we eat probably shapes our thought too, as anyone who has suffered toothache could testify. What we eat may have shaped the sounds of our language, but how we eat changes how we feel and what we use language to express. A family meal is very different from a sandwich at the office desk, even if the calorie is the same. Food has purposes and meanings far beyond keeping us alive and pleasing the Palate (味觉).
32．Compared with adults, babies could more easily .
A．create significant noises B．classify the forms of noises
C．understand the Greek language D．distinguish meaningful sounds
33．According to the passage, which of the following factors help shape language?
A．Lips and teeth. B．Jobs and habits.
C．Age and regions. D．Food and thinking.
34．The reason for farmers' making sounds of “f” and “v” is .
A．enjoying more cooked foods B．biting more with front teeth
C．constantly chewing harder foods D．growing up with lager lower jaws
35．By writing this passage, the author intends to reveal .
A．jaws help shape our thought
B．food determines our thought
C．diet has some influence on language
D．language consists of sound and meaning

第二节(共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
As much as 80% of heart disease is preventable by making specific lifestyle choices. Some strategies, such as exercising and managing weight, are well known. ____36____ These small changes in your everyday routine can have a big impact in the long run.
Get eight hours of sleep.
____37____ If we are lacking in sleep, our bodies also have more difficulty controlling blood pressure and glucose(血糖) levels. These factors can all have an impact on cardiovascular(心血管) health.
Engage in volunteer work.
Doing good for others helps your self-esteem and relieves stress. ____38____ We know that loneliness is a risk factor for heart health, and volunteering gets you out of the house and creates a social network. Depending on the type of work you do, volunteering might even increase your physical activity.
____39____
Exposure to this kind of pollution over time raises your risk of heart disease. Breathing in contaminants(污染物) formed from chemicals may harm your heart. Even short periods of exposure are unhealthy for people who already have cardiovascular risks, such as high blood pressure. Try to get your outdoor exercise far away from highways and industrial districts.
Eat breakfast.
Healthy people who skipped breakfast were three times more likely to have heart disease than those who have a substantial morning meal. If you’re eating a proper breakfast, you’re less likely to be hungry later and make poor food choices. ____40____ Choose whole-grain foods and include fruit.
Start now and boost your heart health!
A．Avoid polluted air.
B．Stay in fresh environment,
C．But others may not have crossed your mind.
D．We need to intake enough energy as part of a healthy lifestyle,
E．Take adequate rest and exercise regularly, and you’ll feel energetic.
F．When you’re not rested, everything that happens in your life is more stressful.
G．It is proved that a feeling of purpose in life is linked to a lower likelihood of heart attack.

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和D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Ketaki Kale, who is now 33，started her career as a nurse nine years ago. At that time it was impossible for her to ____41____ she would be sent off to the front line to ____42____ against a pandemic(流行病). Kale trembled within, as she broke the news to her____43____she had been sent to the COVID-19 ward(病房）at Naidu Hospital，Pune.
Kale's mother-in-law, a retired nurse, who____44____Ketaki to take up nursing, reminded her of the spirit of service that nurses must be ____45____ to. “You go,” she said. “I will look after the kids”. There were 15 COVID special patients under her ____46____. Kale says with ____47____,“During their hospital stay, they have formed____48____ with us and we become their families away from home.” But the hospital staff are extremely ____49____when they are able to send the patients home after their recovery.
In fact, an 85-year-old lady_____50_____ about a month ago. This incident has _____51_____ cast a shadow over the ward. To make sure other patients are not _____52_____, Kale cheers them up with jokes _____53_____possible. But there are a variety of duties they need to_____54_____: giving medicines and injections to patients and helping them with _____55_____. Serving the doctors with patients’_____56_____is also an important task.
“I am concerned about my _____57_____ ,” says Kale, who hasn't gone home for two months. Kale’s husband, Ganesh, has to help to do _____58_____and look after their sons though he is busy with his work. “No matter how_____59_____you are, the risk remains," says Kale. However, being on the front line, and _____60_____ the disease, has made her strong and even more committed. "Our patients come first, before anything else," she says.
41．A．persuade B．imagine C．judge D．forecast
42．A．compete B．guard C．protect D．fight
43．A．family B．friend C．partner D．colleague
44．A．forced B．informed C．inspired D．warned
45．A．familiar B．open C．accustomed D．committed
46．A．watch B．care C．control D．leadership
47．A．pity B．confidence C．warmth D．surprise
48．A．bonds B．organizations C．units D．teams
49．A．calm B．shocked C．funny D．happy
50．A．broke down B．left off C．passed away D．gave out
51．A．slowly B．obviously C．randomly D．exactly
52．A．affected B．involved C．ignored D．infected
53．A．whichever B．however C．whatever D．whenever
54．A．take off B．look for C．focus on D．jump at
55．A．fruits B．meals C．studies D．jokes
56．A．condition B．appointment C．experience D．advice
57．A．relatives B．boys C．patients D．parents
58．A．schedules B．operations C．research D．housework
59．A．powerful B．intelligent C．careful D．determined
60．A．battling B．noticing C．examining D．following

第二节(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面句子，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Mount Emei,____61____(locate) in the southwest of Sichuan Province, is an ancient and famous attraction in China.
Three million years ago, the main part of Mount Emei____62____(rise) sharply along a fault line here. Due to a complex combination of erosion (侵蚀) and weathering，a massive____63____ (high) difference of over 2,600 meters was formed between today’s mountain top and the Emei Plain. The Summit of Ten Thousand Buddhas,____64____an altitude of 3,099 meters, is the highest peak of Mount Emei. In a commanding position, The Golden Summit with the biggest concentration of temples and scenic spots on Mount Emei____65____(call) the largest and highest place of worship of Chinese Buddhism in the world.
The Buddha statue of Samantabhadra,____66____(measure) 48 meters high, is the highest golden Buddha in the world. The ten heads of the Buddha statue are divided into three layers, each with different expressions,____67____represent the ten mentalities of ordinary people. The Golden Summit is also the most suitable place____68____(appreciate) the impressive Mount Emei “Sea of Clouds.”
____69____(incredible), the 72 peaks of Mount Emei are mostly over 2,000 meters above sea level. The scenery features high peaks a love the clouds and white mist. Formed by ever-changing mist and fog, they present_____70_____unique full view. Now Mount Emei has become a famous scenic spot in the world.

第四部分　写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 短文改错（共10小题，每小题1分，满分10分）
假如英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处错误。要求你在错误的地方增加、删除或修改某个单词。
增加: 在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧）, 并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除: 把多余的词用斜线（\）划掉。
修改: 在错的词下划一横线（ ）, 并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意: 1.每处错误及修改均仅限一词;
2 .只允许修改10处, 多者(从第11处起)不计分。
I made a wood loudspeaker box at last weekend. I got a piece of wasted wood from mine father’s garden. “Maybe I can turn it into anything!" I thought. Then I went to a carpenter’s studio. A kind carpenter taught me what to make a loudspeaker box. Firstly, I fixed the wood to a wheel but cut the wood into the shape of a trumpet(喇叭).Then I carve five circles within the wood＇s annual rings which went from small to large. I also removed the inside of the wood to make rooms for the player. A last step was brushing the box with oil make it shiny. After five hours of work, the box was final done.

第二节 书面表达 （满分25分）
为展示春季校园的魅力和风采，你校学生会将举办校园微视频大赛，现向全校学生征集微视频作品。作为学生会主席，请你写一则作品征集通知发布于校英语专栏。要点如下：
1．活动目的；
2．作品要求；
3．截止日期和作品提交方式。
注意：1．词数100左右；
2．可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
参考词汇：微视频 micro-video
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2023年高考英语考前模拟考场练手卷（全国甲卷）03
（解析版）

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．What does the man care most about the phone?
A．Its price. B．Its design. C．Its model.
【答案】A
2．How does the man prefer to go to the airport?
A．By taxi. B．By subway. C．By bus.
【答案】B
3．Where does the conversation. take place?
A．In an office. B．In a restaurant. C．In a store.
【答案】B
4．What will the woman do to cool down?
A．Go outside.
B．Open the window.
C．Turn on the air conditioner.
【答案】C
5．What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A．A robot. B．A zoo. C．A hotel.
【答案】C
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
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，每小题将给出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至7题。
6．Why is John calling Maria?
A．To ask for a ride. B．To discuss a meeting. C．To borrow her car.
7．When will the speakers meet?
A．At 7:10. B．At 7:30. C．At 7:40.
【答案】6．A    7．C
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8．What problem did Jack meet in Florida?
A．He got sun-burnt badly.
B．The weather was changeable.
C．There were too many tourists.
9．With whom did the woman go to Queens town?
A．Her friends. B．Her father. C．Her husband.
10．What will the woman do for Jack?
A．Buy him a gift.
B．Teach him how to dive.
C．Show him some pictures.
【答案】8．C    9．A    10．C
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11．What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A．Brother and sister. B．Classmates. C．Teacher and student.
12．When will Teresa sign up for after-school tutoring?
A．On Monday. B．On Tuesday. C．On Wednesday.
13．What will the boy do next?
A．Call Mr. Brown.
B．Apologize to Nancy.
C．Buy a new doll house.
【答案】11．B    12．B    13．A
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14．At what age did Michael’s grandfather retire?
A．55. B．58. C．61.
15．How would his retired life be in Michael’s grandfather’s opinion?
A．Colorful. B．Poor. C．Dull.
16．Why did Michael’s grandfather finally retire?
A．To help out a young man.
B．To work at the Union Office.
C．To spend time with his family.
17．What is Michael’s grandfather learning now?
A．Skating. B．Painting. C．Swimming.
【答案】14．A    15．C    16．A    17．B
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18．What did wildlife officials decide to do with the washed-up dolphin?
A．Clear her stomach.
B．Put her back to the sea.
C．Kill her in a painless way.
19．What was still unknown yet?
A．Why the dolphin got sick.
B．Whether the dolphin was pregnant.
C．What was in the dolphin’s stomach.
20．Where is the talk probably being given?
A．In a lecture hall. B．At a radio studio. C．On the beach.
【答案】18．C    19．A    20．B
第二部分　阅读理解(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和D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
3 Hour Off-Road Sunset Safari to Grand Canyon with Entrance Gate Detour
Overview
Experience spectacular views of the Grand Canyon South Rim without the crowds. With this tour, you’ll take the road less traveled to reach the iconic landmark, driving along scenic back roads in a comfortable 4WD safari vehicle and avoiding the busy south entrance gate. Stop to admire the views from Yavapai Point, Pipe Creek Canyon, and Duck on a Rock Overlook, then time your arrival to watch the sunset from Grand view Point.
What To Expect
* Grand Canyon South Rim Voted best and most fascinating 3-hour Sunset tour at Grand Canyon. Informative, local guides describe Grand Canyon geological formations, Native American history, mule and hiking trail systems, and the rich history of this region. Includes Tusayan pick-up, south entrance gate detour during 30 minute off-road hiking, viewing of native wildlife such as elk, deer and rare bird species in their natural environment; ending at Grand view Point where the fading sunlight turns the Canyon into vivid colors.
3 hours  Admission Ticket Included
* Yavapai Point See magnificent vistas, Colorado River and Phantom Ranch.
45 minutes  Admission Ticket Included
* Pipe Creek Vista
Pipe Creek Viewpoint
*Grandview Point
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info AYSTA
*Confirmation will be received at time of booking
* Not recommended for travelers with back problems
*Minimum 2 people—if less call direct at 928-638-5337
*This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund. Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
21．What’s special about the trip route?
A．Light traffic. B．Beautiful sunset.
C．Advanced vehicles. D．Experienced guides.
22．How long does the trip last?
A．3 hours. B．4 hours. C．4.75 hours. D．5.25 hours.
23．In which condition can you cancel with a full refund?
A．Living far from public transportation.
B．Canceling two hours before the trip.
C．Suffering from back problems in the trip.
D．Failing to meet the number of visitors.
【答案】21．A    22．A    23．D
B
When I started my own business, I thought I had it all figured out. When I made the decision to change my lifestyle and get fit, I thought I was on the right track. And when I purchased a second business, I knew I was doing the right thing. Slowing down never occurred to me.
But something was wrong. My Apple watch buzzed repeatedly in the night, warning me that my heart rate was over one hundred. My body ached, my head pounded, and no matter how much I exercised, I was losing strength.
When I visited the doctor, the first thing she asked was “How’s your stress level?” I shrugged. “Nothing new or out of the ordinary.” But something was happening in my body. A multitude of tests and blood work revealed I had Graves’ disease, with symptoms that include accelerated heart rate, high blood pressure, physical anxiety, tiredness, and muscle weakness.
For the next week, I re-read online articles indicating that stress management played a part in controlling Graves’ disease. And I made a list of everything I was juggling(兼顾). My calendar was filled with online marketing, photo shoots, website design, and copywriting. I barely had time to blink, let alone relax.
It was hard to decide which were the most important and do them first. I examined the juggling act and tried to decide what to let go of. I bid farewell to clients, explaining I was cutting back and lightening my workload. When asked to speak at events or take on new projects, I said “No.” And I found someone to help me plan that big event.
Until then, I didn’t realize how much I’d missed the simple joys—little things that helped me relax and recharge, like long hikes, taking my dog to the park, visiting my favorite bookstore, and sitting on the back porch to watch the sunrise. I know my limits and when it’s time to stop juggling. I’ve learned to be kind to myself. I start each day with meditation(冥想) and end with gratitude.
24．What did the author think about his own stress level?
A．Mild. B．Serious.
C．The slightest. D．Same as usual.
25．How did the author feel about his health condition after going to see a doctor?
A．Concerned. B．Puzzled.
C．Relieved. D．Curious.
26．What did the author do after he was diagnosed with the Graves’ disease?
A．He quit his job.
B．He went abroad to watch the sunrise.
C．He slowed down his life pace.
D．He never got involved in any big event.
27．What can be the best title for the text?
A．Live Life to the Fullest
B．More Haste and Less Speed
C．Watch Your Weight When Necessary
D．Stop Rushing and Put Something Down
【答案】24．D    25．B    26．C    27．D
C
Nightmares, or bad dreams, are terrible. I’ve dreamt about throwing up, animals swallowing me, and someone breaking into my house―all causing me to wake up in the middle of the night, heart racing, anxiety growing out of control. Sometimes, my bad dreams reflect exactly what I’m feeling anxious about. Other times, they’re about something else, but still seemingly caused by my anxiety levels. To find out if anxiety really can cause bad dreams, I went straight to the experts.
The experts I spoke with agreed that anxiety could contribute to bad dreams. “Thoughts filled with anxiety while someone is asleep can manifest (显现) themselves as bad dreams or stress dreams,” said Alex Dimitriu, a double board-certified physician in psychiatry and sleep medicine. “Stress dreams, such as missing an important event, a test, or a flight, are often quite common in people undergoing stress during their daily lives.”
Although the reasons why we dream are not fully understood, there may be times when your mind is simply trying to work through a challenge from that day — one that can be causing you to feel anxious. “We do know from research that the brain continues to work on solving problems during sleep,” explained Jason Durant, a New York-based licensed clinical psychologist.
In that sense, dreaming can actually be a good thing, even if it feels uncomfortable at the time. “The mind is attempting to prompt (促使) you to use the tools you successfully used before when in a similar life situation, or to remind you what did not work and to try something new,” said Nancy Irwin, a clinical psychologist.
Anyhow, bad dreams may be the last thing you want. You may not be able to prevent bad dreams completely, but you can focus on managing your anxiety during the day, which may help alleviate (减轻) the problem. Dr. Dimitriu suggests going for a walk, talking to friends and journaling to process your feelings throughout the day. Then, in the evenings, step away from your devices, and take some time to plot out a strategy for dealing with the things that are causing you stress.
28．Why does the author mention his/her experiences of bad dreams?
A．To say anxiety is very common.
B．To  analyze the cause of bad dreams.
C．To find anxiety levels in a dream.
D．To prove bad dreams are unavoidable.
29．What does the word “themselves” underlined in paragraph 2 refer to?
A．Bad dreams.
B．Sleeping people.
C．Stressful events.
D．Anxious thoughts.
30．How do bad dreams benefit us in Nancy Irwin’s opinion?
A．They keep us free of anxiety.
B．They help us deal with problems.
C．They allow us to recall the past.
D．They warn us to remain cautious.
31．What is the last paragraph mainly about?
A．Advice on how to reduce bad dreams.
B．Ways to totally prevent dreaming.
C．How to relieve anxiety through exercise.
D．How to improve sleep quality at night.
【答案】28．B    29．D    30．B    31．A
D
Babies have an astonishing talent that adults entirely lose. By the age of one, they can recognise the significant noises around them and group them into a language. When we have lost this capacity as adults, it becomes enormously difficult to distinguish between sounds that are glaringly different to a native speaker. It all sounds Greek to us. This is because the range of possible sounds that humans use to convey meaning may be as high as 2,000, but few languages use more than 100 and even then the significant noises－the phonemes (音素) of a language－each cover a range of sounds and so vague distinctions which would change the meaning of a word in other languages.
But where do these phonemes come from and why do they shift over time? New research suggests that the apparently arbitrary distribution of some sounds around the world may be partially explained by diet. This is unexpected. We’d rather think of language as product of our thought, rather than of the arrangement of our teeth. In reality, though, any given language must be both.
Hunter gatherer languages very seldom use the sounds known as labiodentals (唇齿音)－those such as f and v－that are made by touching the lower lip with the upper teeth. Only two of the hundreds of Australian aboriginal languages use them, for example. But in cultures that have discovered farming, these consonants (辅音) are much more common. The argument goes that farmers eat more cooked food and more dairy than hunter gatherers. Either way, they need to chew mush less, and to bite less with their front teeth. So farmers grew up with smaller lower jaws and more of an overbite than their ancestors who had to bite through harder foods. It became easier for them to make the labiodental consonants instead of purely labial (唇音) ones: one example is that f come to take the place of p. Romans said “pater” but English speakers (unless they’re Rees－Moggs) say “father”.
Beyond these particular changes, the story highlights the way in which everything distinctively human is both material and spiritual: speech must combine sound and meaning, and the meaning can ’t exist or be transmitted without a real object. But neither can it be reduced to the purely physical, as our inability to understand or even to recognise foreign languages makes clear. The food we eat shapes our jaws, and our jaws in turn shape the sounds of our language. The ease with which we eat probably shapes our thought too, as anyone who has suffered toothache could testify. What we eat may have shaped the sounds of our language, but how we eat changes how we feel and what we use language to express. A family meal is very different from a sandwich at the office desk, even if the calorie is the same. Food has purposes and meanings far beyond keeping us alive and pleasing the Palate (味觉).
32．Compared with adults, babies could more easily .
A．create significant noises B．classify the forms of noises
C．understand the Greek language D．distinguish meaningful sounds
33．According to the passage, which of the following factors help shape language?
A．Lips and teeth. B．Jobs and habits.
C．Age and regions. D．Food and thinking.
34．The reason for farmers' making sounds of “f” and “v” is .
A．enjoying more cooked foods B．biting more with front teeth
C．constantly chewing harder foods D．growing up with lager lower jaws
35．By writing this passage, the author intends to reveal .
A．jaws help shape our thought
B．food determines our thought
C．diet has some influence on language
D．language consists of sound and meaning
【答案】32．D    33．D    34．A    35．C
第二节(共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
As much as 80% of heart disease is preventable by making specific lifestyle choices. Some strategies, such as exercising and managing weight, are well known. ____36____ These small changes in your everyday routine can have a big impact in the long run.
Get eight hours of sleep.
____37____ If we are lacking in sleep, our bodies also have more difficulty controlling blood pressure and glucose(血糖) levels. These factors can all have an impact on cardiovascular(心血管) health.
Engage in volunteer work.
Doing good for others helps your self-esteem and relieves stress. ____38____ We know that loneliness is a risk factor for heart health, and volunteering gets you out of the house and creates a social network. Depending on the type of work you do, volunteering might even increase your physical activity.
____39____
Exposure to this kind of pollution over time raises your risk of heart disease. Breathing in contaminants(污染物) formed from chemicals may harm your heart. Even short periods of exposure are unhealthy for people who already have cardiovascular risks, such as high blood pressure. Try to get your outdoor exercise far away from highways and industrial districts.
Eat breakfast.
Healthy people who skipped breakfast were three times more likely to have heart disease than those who have a substantial morning meal. If you’re eating a proper breakfast, you’re less likely to be hungry later and make poor food choices. ____40____ Choose whole-grain foods and include fruit.
Start now and boost your heart health!
A．Avoid polluted air.
B．Stay in fresh environment,
C．But others may not have crossed your mind.
D．We need to intake enough energy as part of a healthy lifestyle,
E．Take adequate rest and exercise regularly, and you’ll feel energetic.
F．When you’re not rested, everything that happens in your life is more stressful.
G．It is proved that a feeling of purpose in life is linked to a lower likelihood of heart attack.
【答案】36．C    37．F    38．G    39．A    40．D
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和D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Ketaki Kale, who is now 33，started her career as a nurse nine years ago. At that time it was impossible for her to ____41____ she would be sent off to the front line to ____42____ against a pandemic(流行病). Kale trembled within, as she broke the news to her____43____she had been sent to the COVID-19 ward(病房）at Naidu Hospital，Pune.
Kale's mother-in-law, a retired nurse, who____44____Ketaki to take up nursing, reminded her of the spirit of service that nurses must be ____45____ to. “You go,” she said. “I will look after the kids”. There were 15 COVID special patients under her ____46____. Kale says with ____47____,“During their hospital stay, they have formed____48____ with us and we become their families away from home.” But the hospital staff are extremely ____49____when they are able to send the patients home after their recovery.
In fact, an 85-year-old lady_____50_____ about a month ago. This incident has _____51_____ cast a shadow over the ward. To make sure other patients are not _____52_____, Kale cheers them up with jokes _____53_____possible. But there are a variety of duties they need to_____54_____: giving medicines and injections to patients and helping them with _____55_____. Serving the doctors with patients’_____56_____is also an important task.
“I am concerned about my _____57_____ ,” says Kale, who hasn't gone home for two months. Kale’s husband, Ganesh, has to help to do _____58_____and look after their sons though he is busy with his work. “No matter how_____59_____you are, the risk remains," says Kale. However, being on the front line, and _____60_____ the disease, has made her strong and even more committed. "Our patients come first, before anything else," she says.
41．A．persuade B．imagine C．judge D．forecast
42．A．compete B．guard C．protect D．fight
43．A．family B．friend C．partner D．colleague
44．A．forced B．informed C．inspired D．warned
45．A．familiar B．open C．accustomed D．committed
46．A．watch B．care C．control D．leadership
47．A．pity B．confidence C．warmth D．surprise
48．A．bonds B．organizations C．units D．teams
49．A．calm B．shocked C．funny D．happy
50．A．broke down B．left off C．passed away D．gave out
51．A．slowly B．obviously C．randomly D．exactly
52．A．affected B．involved C．ignored D．infected
53．A．whichever B．however C．whatever D．whenever
54．A．take off B．look for C．focus on D．jump at
55．A．fruits B．meals C．studies D．jokes
56．A．condition B．appointment C．experience D．advice
57．A．relatives B．boys C．patients D．parents
58．A．schedules B．operations C．research D．housework
59．A．powerful B．intelligent C．careful D．determined
60．A．battling B．noticing C．examining D．following
【答案】
41．B    42．D    43．A    44．C    45．D    46．B    47．C    48．A    49．D    50．C    51．B    52．A    53．D    54．C    55．B    56．A    57．B    58．D    59．C    60．A
第二节(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面句子，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Mount Emei,____61____(locate) in the southwest of Sichuan Province, is an ancient and famous attraction in China.
Three million years ago, the main part of Mount Emei____62____(rise) sharply along a fault line here. Due to a complex combination of erosion (侵蚀) and weathering，a massive____63____ (high) difference of over 2,600 meters was formed between today’s mountain top and the Emei Plain. The Summit of Ten Thousand Buddhas,____64____an altitude of 3,099 meters, is the highest peak of Mount Emei. In a commanding position, The Golden Summit with the biggest concentration of temples and scenic spots on Mount Emei____65____(call) the largest and highest place of worship of Chinese Buddhism in the world.
The Buddha statue of Samantabhadra,____66____(measure) 48 meters high, is the highest golden Buddha in the world. The ten heads of the Buddha statue are divided into three layers, each with different expressions,____67____represent the ten mentalities of ordinary people. The Golden Summit is also the most suitable place____68____(appreciate) the impressive Mount Emei “Sea of Clouds.”
____69____(incredible), the 72 peaks of Mount Emei are mostly over 2,000 meters above sea level. The scenery features high peaks a love the clouds and white mist. Formed by ever-changing mist and fog, they present_____70_____unique full view. Now Mount Emei has become a famous scenic spot in the world.
【答案】
61．located    62．rose    63．height    64．at    65．is called    66．measuring    67．which    68．to appreciate    69．Incredibly    70．a
第四部分　写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 短文改错（共10小题，每小题1分，满分10分）
假如英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处错误。要求你在错误的地方增加、删除或修改某个单词。
增加: 在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧）, 并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除: 把多余的词用斜线（\）划掉。
修改: 在错的词下划一横线（ ）, 并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意: 1.每处错误及修改均仅限一词;
2 .只允许修改10处, 多者(从第11处起)不计分。
I made a wood loudspeaker box at last weekend. I got a piece of wasted wood from mine father’s garden. “Maybe I can turn it into anything!" I thought. Then I went to a carpenter’s studio. A kind carpenter taught me what to make a loudspeaker box. Firstly, I fixed the wood to a wheel but cut the wood into the shape of a trumpet(喇叭).Then I carve five circles within the wood＇s annual rings which went from small to large. I also removed the inside of the wood to make rooms for the player. A last step was brushing the box with oil make it shiny. After five hours of work, the box was final done.
【答案】1. 删除at  2. mine→my  3. anything→something  4. what→how  5. but→and  6. carve→carved  7. rooms→room  8. A→The  9. 在make前面加to  10. final→finally
第二节 书面表达 （满分25分）
为展示春季校园的魅力和风采，你校学生会将举办校园微视频大赛，现向全校学生征集微视频作品。作为学生会主席，请你写一则作品征集通知发布于校英语专栏。要点如下：
1．活动目的；
2．作品要求；
3．截止日期和作品提交方式。
注意：1．词数100左右；
2．可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
参考词汇：微视频 micro-video
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【答案】参考范文
Notice
Good news for you all! The Students’ Union is going to hold a micro-video contest in order to present the charm and beauty of our campus. Everyone is welcome to take part in the contest and make your contributions.
We are delighted to receive works with various themes of people, life and scenery on campus, which may leave a deep impression on you. Also, the length of the video should be no more than 10 minutes and the images clear. Most importantly, all the works must be original so as to protect each student’s intellectual property.
Please send your works to Students Union@qq.com before next Friday. Your contributions will certainly make the event a huge success. Come on, everybody!
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