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仁寿一中南校区2022级高二上学期10月月考
英语试题
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并阅读下一小题。 每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What exercise will the man do today ?
A. Swimming . B. Yoga. C. weightlifting
2. What was the reason for the man to work at the charity at first ?
A. To help the homeless. B . To do a college project. C. To get work experience.
3. Where are the speakers now ?
A. At an art museum. B . At the man’s home . C. At a furniture store.
4. What does the woman ' s cat do when it sees mice ?
A. It acts in a friendly way towards them .
B. It tries to catch them .
C. It stays still .
5. What is the woman teaching the man ?
A. How to use the printer .
B. How to write the report .
C. How to change the password .
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。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 was the truck carrying ?
A. Beer. B . Animals. C. Glass boxes.
7. What do we know about the truck driver ?
A, He got hurt. B. He ran away. C. He felt upset .
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What does the woman ask the man to do ?
A. Help her shop online. B. Teach her to make coffee. C. Buy her a cup of coffee .
9. How much does the Italian coffee maker cost ?
A. $1000. B .$1500. C . $2000.
10. How does the woman probably feel about the silver coffee maker ?
A. It ’s not beautiful. B. It’s too expensive. C. It ' s not advanced enough .
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What is the probable relationship between the speakers ?
A. Football player and fan. B. Reporter and coach. C. Teammates .
12. Where did the man get to know the news ?
A. From social media. B. From TV. C. From radio .
13. What is the real reason for Ryan to leave the club ?
A. He didn’t perform well during this season .
B. He wants to join Mr. White’s team .
C. He is unsatisfied with his pay .
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. What is the main idea of the conversation ?
A. Preparing an art competition . B. Applying to an art school . C. Arranging an art show .
15. What is Dylan’s style of painting probably ?
A. Pencil paintings. B. Oil paintings. C. Watercolor paintings .
16. How many photos should Dylan send ?
A. 5. B. 10. C .15.
17. What is the woman in a hurry to do ?
A. Send an email. B . Visit her friend. C. Attend a meeting .
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. Who is the speech for ?
A. The managers. B. The employees. C. The customers .
19. Why is the speaker giving the speech ?
A. To introduce himself . B. To set a regular meeting . C. To sell new computers .
20. What will the speaker do during next week ?
A. Give computer lessons . B. Join a new company . C. Collect great ideas .
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
PREVIEWS AND OPENINGS
Queen of the Mist
Charing Cross Theater
Previews from Saturday, 15 August. Opening Wednesday, 19 August.
Queen of the Mist, directed by Elizabeth Margolius, will have its first showing at the Charing Cross Theater. The musical is based on the true story of Anna Edson Taylor, who in 1901 set out to be the first person to survive a trip over Niagara Falls in a barrel (桶) of her own design.
The Son
Duke of York’s Theater
Previews from Monday, 24 August. Opening Wednesday, 2 September.
Written by internationally known Florian Zeller who is praised by The Guardian as “the most exciting dramatist of our time”, The Son, which focuses on intergenerational relationships, family relationships and teenage depression, is directed by Michael Longhurst.
The Fishermen
Trafalgar Theatre Studio Two
Previews from Thursday, 3 September. Opening Saturday, 5 September.
In a small town in Nigeria, Ben and his three older brothers go to fish at a magical river. Unnoticed and carefree, they continued until the predictions of a mad man change the course of their lives forever. The Fishermen is based on the Man Booker Prize novel by Chigozie Obioma, who appears as an original new voice of west African literature. The play is directed by Jack McNamara.
Groan Ups
Vaudeville Theater
Previews from Sunday, 20 September. Opening Saturday, 10 October.
Directed by Kirsty Patrick Ward, Groan Ups is a completely new play which looks at how people grow up and develop. Are we the same at 30 as we were 13?
21. What is the play directed by Elizabeth Margolius probably about?
A. A risk-taking trip. B. A birthday party.
C. A career as a designer. D. A person’s entire life.
22. Who directs a play set in a Nigerian town in Africa?
A. Michael Longhurst. B. Chigozie Obioma.
C. Jack McNamara. D.Kirsty Patrick Ward.
23．When does the play about personal growth and development open?
A. On Wednesday, 19 August. B. On Wednesday, 2 September.
C. On Saturday, 5 September. D. On Saturday, 10 October.
B
At eleven, I decided to learn to swim. There was a pool at the Y. M. C. A. offering exactly the opportunity. Mother continually warned against it, and kept fresh in my mind the details of each drowning in the river. But the Y. M. C. A. pool was safe.
I had a childhood fear of water. This started when I was three years old and father took me to the beach. The huge waves knocked me down and swept over me.
The pool was quiet. I was afraid of going in all alone, so I sat on the side of the pool to wait for others. Then came a big boy. He yelled, "Hi, Skinny! How'd you like to be ducked?" With that he picked me up and threw me into the deep end. I landed in a sitting position, and swallowed water. But I was not frightened out of my wits-when my feet hit the bottom, I would make a big jump, come out of the surface. It seemed a long way down. I gathered all my strength when I landed and made what I thought was a great spring upwards. Then I opened my eyes and saw nothing but water. I tried to yell but no sound came out. I went down, down, endlessly.
When I came to consciousness, I found myself lying on the bed in the hospital.
I never went back to the pool. I avoided water whenever I could. This misadventure stayed with me as the years rolled by. It deprived me of the joy of boating and swimming. Finally, I decided to get an instructor. Piece by piece, he built a swimmer. Several months later, the instructor was finished, but I was not. Sometimes the terror would return.
This went on until July. I swam across the Lake Wentworth. Only once did the terror return. When I was in the middle of the lake, I put my face under and saw nothing but bottomless water. I laughed and said, "Well, Mr. Terror, what do you think you can do to me?"
I had conquered my fear of water.
24. The author's original fear of water was caused by__________.
A. his poor skill in swimming
B. his mother's warning of drowning
C. an outing to the beach with his father
D. an unpleasant memory of the pool
25. Why was the author not scared to death when he was thrown into the water?
A. He knew how to swim in the pool.
B. He felt that the Y. M. C. A. pool was safe.
C. He was waiting for others to save him.
D. He came up with an idea to go upwards.
26. By "but I was not" in paragraph 5, the author probably means"
A. he was still a poor swimmer
B. he had not overcome the fear yet
C. he was not afraid of drowning any more
D. he was not satisfied with the swimming training
27. Which of the following is the best title for the text?
A. Goodbye, Mr. Terror
B. Hello, Childhood Fear
C. A Swimming Adventure
D. My Passion for Swimming
C
Recently, I had the unexpected pleasure of witnessing a basketball game played by local villagers in Guizhou province. Despite being amateurs, the teams played with professional-level format and refereeing (裁判), creating an intense atmosphere. The rescheduled final game of the Guizhou country basketball league, known as the “Village Basketball Association (VBA),” took place in Taipan Village.
The game attracted a large audience, even on a weekday. The live stream of the game on social media platforms received 5.66 million views, generating buzz with hashtags like “what does ‘sold-out’ look like.” So, why are grassroots competitions like this more attractive to people like me than professional games? I believe it’s because sports arise from the grassroots level, allowing everyone to connect socially and find common ground.
The VBA reminded me of a basketball game I experienced during my visit to Yangshuo in Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region. Bored of the scenic landscapes, I took a break and joined the locals and other visitors on the sidelines. Sitting on the bare ground, I felt so authentic and free that it released all my thoughts and emotions.
Similarly, in the VBA game, the winning team received modest prizes like live ducks and cooked meat, showcasing the genuine and down-to-earth nature of the competition. I even wondered if the players were cooks or farmers who could prepare the food right off the court.
The sudden popularity of the VBA can originate from the pervasive influence of social media and people’s desire to explore something different from their immediate surroundings. However, what truly resonates (共鸣) and has the potential for further growth is the pursuit (追求) of spiritual fulfillment. Grassroots sports offer an accessible and fulfilling experience, making them an ideal destination for individuals seeking a deeper connection.
28. What made the basketball game in Guizhou attractive?
A. The professional-level players.
B. The large number of viewers.
C. The involvement of local villagers.
D. The VBA offers better prizes.
29. How did the author feel while watching the basketball game in Yangshuo?
A. A connection with other audience.
B. A sense of authenticity and freedom.
C. A sense of loneliness from the locals.
D. A sense of boredom from the landscape.
30. According to the last paragraph, which has NOT contributed to the popularity of the VBA?
A. The impact of social media.
B. The attempt to achieve a spiritual satisfaction.
C. The eagerness for the newness in their surroundings.
D. The perfect opportunity to realize one’s sportsmanship.
31. What’s the best title of the passage?
A. VBA—an Online Hit
B. My Special Encounter with a VBA Game
C. The Game for Prosperity and Happiness
D. VBA—a Path to Grassroots’ Success
D
Tomatoes are common in daily life. Cathie Martin, a British scientist, has been working on developing purple tomatoes for years. Though the color is unusual, now this special kind of tomatoes, which has gained approval from the US government, has very high levels of antioxidants(抗氧化剂).
Antioxidants, also known as AOS, are found naturally in plants like blueberries and red cabbage. Scientists believe AOS may help prevent heart disease and help fight against diseases like diabetes. But tomatoes naturally only have a small amount of AOS in them. Martin wanted to see if she could create tomatoes with lots of AOS by changing the DNA of a tomato plant.
A plant developed from specially created DNA is known as a GMO. After adding two genes(基因) from a plant called snapdragon, Martin soon found her plants were producing small purple tomatoes with lots of AOS. Martin and other scientists further tested the tomatoes on mice that were likely to get cancer. The mice that were fed the purple tomatoes lived about 30% longer than those fed normal tomatoes. Though that’s good news, experiments on mice don’t always predict what effects on humans will be like. We need to see more experiments about it.
GMOs were first allowed in America in the late 1990s. But GMO products weren’t popular with customers. Many people were scared by the idea that the foods weren’t natural or safe. There’re still questions about the effects of GMO crops on the environment. However, scientists deny these claims.
Even so, many people still have concerns about them. Because of these concerns, most GMO products created over the last 20 years have focused on helping farmers rather than attracting customers.
Anyway, on September 7, 2022, the US approved the purple tomatoes, which is the first time it has approved a GMO plant designed to target human health.
32. What makes purple tomatoes really special?
A. Their medical value. B. Their delicious flavor.
C. Their proper size. D. Their pleasant color.
33. What’s the author’s attitude to the test on the mice?
A. Supportive. B. Doubtful. C. Concerned. D. Opposed.
34. What does the underlined word “so” in Paragraph 5 refer to?
A. The environment affects GMO foods.
B. The customers do not like GMO foods.
C. GMO products are used to help farmers.
D. Scientists think GMO products are safe.
35. What’s mainly talked about in the text?
A. Different DNA can benefit plant growth.
B. Tomatoes with changed DNA are approved.
C. Scientists are changing DNA of crops.
D. Human health depends on changed DNA.
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。
Jumping rope is popular but we tend to ignore (忽视) its benefits. 36 A study found that college men who spent 10 minutes jumping rope daily for six weeks improved their cardiovascular (心血管的) fitness just as much as college men who spent thirty minutes jogging for the same time. Here are some benefits of jumping rope.
37
Since most of your major muscles are working when you jump rope, the exercise creates a lot of heat in the body. Your body needs to burn more fuel to produce this energy, so it burns lots of calories. It burns more calories than any other exercises, such as jogging, cycling and swimming.
Improves coordination (协调)
Jumping rope requires good coordination, especially as you advance to more skilled moves.
38 It improves coordination by requiring several body parts to communicate in order to complete one movement. The feet must jump in time with the wrists turning in order to create a continuous jumping motion.
Reduces injury risk
With your improved coordination from jumping rope, you’ll be less likely to get hurt either during exercise or in daily activities. 39 As a result, you are more agile (灵活的) and your body awareness is improved greatly. This guarantees fewer injuries.
Improves heart health
Since jumping rope gets your heart pumping, it’s great for your cardiovascular system and heart health. Jumping rope can increase your VO2 Max (最大摄氧量), the measure of the maximum amount of oxygen a person can breathe during exercise. The higher someone’s VO2 max, the more cardiovascular endurance (耐受力) they have.
Jumping rope gives us a full-body workout with just one piece of equipment and one move. ____40____ Jump to some music or take your rope to a nearby park to enjoy the fun.
A. Burns calories
B. Improves muscles
C. It benefits us not only physically but also mentally.
D. You can quickly swing the rope twice within each jump.
E. It may even be more effective than other forms of exercise.
F. Jumping rope forces you to move your upper and lower body together.
G. So jumping rope helps you stay calm, clear and focused in everything you do.
第三部分英语运用(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入空白 处的最佳选项。
Being a parent is already a life-changing experience. However, this 40-year-old dad 41 an astonishing transformation after a hike with his kids.
Before Jeremiah Peterson looked like a supermodel, he weighed 290 pounds. He was only 42 to lose weight after he went on a 43 with his family in 2017 and became aware how quickly he got 44 from the activity.
“Instead of remembering all the good __45__ we had made on this trip, all I can remember is this one thing that kept playing in my head over and over again: I found myself running out of breath and having to take 46 before my 9-, 7- and 4-year-old kids,” Peterson wrote on Instagram.
The dad from Missoula, Montana then 47 himself to get into shape.
__48___, he started by giving up drinking and ___49___ a balanced diet. Every day for five months straight, he would hike for two hours and spend one more hour at the gym.
After 150 days of a strict diet and lots of 50 , Peterson lost 92 pounds. Not only that, he can now run 51 up the hiking trail that once made him extremely exhausted.
Peterson now uses his story and fitness knowledge to coach and 52 almost 100,000 social media followers — but he says that his kids are the real 53 for his success.
“Finding your reason is 54 if you want to achieve success in life,” he wrote in an Instagram post. “If you don’t have a strong reason behind your 55 , you are less likely to get the results.”
41. A. combined B. experienced C. prevented D. improved
42. A. lucky B. honored C. determined D. careful
43. A. hike B. diet C. program D. project
44. A. upset B. awkward C. rewarded D. exhausted
45. A. changes B. contributions C. memories D. preparations
46. A. turns B. breaks C. photos D. notes
47. A. set B. attracted C. advised D. wished
48. A. Besides B. Instead C. However D. Therefore
49. A. insisting on B. living up to C. getting across D. agreeing on
50. A. equipment B. consideration C. exercise D. attention
51. A. suddenly B. non-stop C. immediately D. together
52. A. please B. compare C. encourage D. force
53. A. purpose B. reason C. advantage D. direction
54. A. necessary B. simple C. personal D. available
55. A. achievements B. imaginations C. conditions D. actions
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分，满分15分5
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当5单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
“Look on the bright side” is one of those 56 (suggest) that people always consider inspiring but less helpful. However, new research shows that finding something 57 interest in a terrible situation makes people quickly stop complaining. Besides looking at a challenge with humor is a good method, 58 may even be helpful in preventing depressed people 59 feeling sad.
In a study 60 (publish) earlier this year, researchers gave the participants some photos that show negative situations. Then they would describe these photos according to 61 request of researchers. Those using humorous words to describe the photos 62 (find) to have fewer negative emotions and more possibilities to go through a hard time in their life than those who described the photos 63 (direct).
The conclusion from the study is that for those at higher risk of depression, humor can develop an ability 64 (control) negative emotions. What’s more, humor has an extra benefit of 65 (make) others around you smile. Therefore, when you feel stressed, find something that can make you laugh first.
第四部分写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
假定你是某学校高中生李华，最近你发现你校图书馆阅览室中存在高声喧哗和乱丢垃圾的现象，请用英语给馆长Mr. Smith写一封信。包括以下要点：
1.说明写信的目的；
2.提出合理的建议。
注意：
1.词数100左右；
2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3.书信格式及开头均已给出(不计入总词数)。
Dear Mr. Smith，
I am Li Hua, a high school student of our school.
Sincerely,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
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。
My father and I disagreed about my curfew (晚间在家的时间). He would say I had to be in by 9:30 on weekdays, and 11:00 on weekends, and there was no exception. One day, I took courage to first show my opinion on my curfew. I told him it made me feel like a junior high school kid. He explained that though a curfew might sound like a limit, it was really about people looking out for one another.
The very next Friday after that exchange, my dad and I had tickets to see our own town's professional football game. On that day he was driving his car to a nearby city to meet some major clients(客户) and told me that his getting home and our leaving for the game would be tight.
To make sure we could move off the moment he came back, I got everything prepared. When half an hour had passed from the time when he said he would be home, I understood that he was a little late. But then, nearly a whole hour passed. I was getting upset. We were going to miss the kick-off! And why hadn’t he phoned me and let me know he was going to be really late? As I anxiously stepped the floor, another half hour passed. That was when I got really angry. How inconsiderate my father was! We were going to miss the whole game! However, when another half an hour passed, my anger turned to fear. What if something terrible had happened to my dad, like he had a sudden heart attack or was caught in an accident, or something else? I began to get really worried, feeling like sitting on pins and needles. I had already called his cell phone about ten times, but there was no answer.
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。
I was beside myself with extreme anxieties, assuming the worst had happened.
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The heavy stone in my heart finally fell to the ground.
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仁寿一中南校区2022级高二上学期10月月考
英语试题
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并阅读下一小题。 每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What exercise will the man do today ?
A. Swimming . B. Yoga. C. weightlifting
2. What was the reason for the man to work at the charity at first ?
A. To help the homeless. B . To do a college project. C. To get work experience.
3. Where are the speakers now ?
A. At an art museum. B . At the man’s home . C. At a furniture store.
4. What does the woman ' s cat do when it sees mice ?
A. It acts in a friendly way towards them .
B. It tries to catch them .
C. It stays still .
5. What is the woman teaching the man ?
A. How to use the printer .
B. How to write the report .
C. How to change the password .
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。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 was the truck carrying ?
A. Beer. B . Animals. C. Glass boxes.
7. What do we know about the truck driver ?
A, He got hurt. B. He ran away. C. He felt upset .
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What does the woman ask the man to do ?
A. Help her shop online. B. Teach her to make coffee. C. Buy her a cup of coffee .
9. How much does the Italian coffee maker cost ?
A. $1000. B .$1500. C . $2000.
10. How does the woman probably feel about the silver coffee maker ?
A. It ’s not beautiful. B. It’s too expensive. C. It ' s not advanced enough .
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What is the probable relationship between the speakers ?
A. Football player and fan. B. Reporter and coach. C. Teammates .
12. Where did the man get to know the news ?
A. From social media. B. From TV. C. From radio .
13. What is the real reason for Ryan to leave the club ?
A. He didn’t perform well during this season .
B. He wants to join Mr. White’s team .
C. He is unsatisfied with his pay .
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. What is the main idea of the conversation ?
A. Preparing an art competition . B. Applying to an art school . C. Arranging an art show .
15. What is Dylan’s style of painting probably ?
A. Pencil paintings. B. Oil paintings. C. Watercolor paintings .
16. How many photos should Dylan send ?
A. 5. B. 10. C .15.
17. What is the woman in a hurry to do ?
A. Send an email. B . Visit her friend. C. Attend a meeting .
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. Who is the speech for ?
A. The managers. B. The employees. C. The customers .
19. Why is the speaker giving the speech ?
A. To introduce himself . B. To set a regular meeting . C. To sell new computers .
20. What will the speaker do during next week ?
A. Give computer lessons . B. Join a new company . C. Collect great ideas .
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
PREVIEWS AND OPENINGS
Queen of the Mist
Charing Cross Theater
Previews from Saturday, 15 August. Opening Wednesday, 19 August.
Queen of the Mist, directed by Elizabeth Margolius, will have its first showing at the Charing Cross Theater. The musical is based on the true story of Anna Edson Taylor, who in 1901 set out to be the first person to survive a trip over Niagara Falls in a barrel (桶) of her own design.
The Son
Duke of York’s Theater
Previews from Monday, 24 August. Opening Wednesday, 2 September.
Written by internationally known Florian Zeller who is praised by The Guardian as “the most exciting dramatist of our time”, The Son, which focuses on intergenerational relationships, family relationships and teenage depression, is directed by Michael Longhurst.
The Fishermen
Trafalgar Theatre Studio Two
Previews from Thursday, 3 September. Opening Saturday, 5 September.
In a small town in Nigeria, Ben and his three older brothers go to fish at a magical river. Unnoticed and carefree, they continued until the predictions of a mad man change the course of their lives forever. The Fishermen is based on the Man Booker Prize novel by Chigozie Obioma, who appears as an original new voice of west African literature. The play is directed by Jack McNamara.
Groan Ups
Vaudeville Theater
Previews from Sunday, 20 September. Opening Saturday, 10 October.
Directed by Kirsty Patrick Ward, Groan Ups is a completely new play which looks at how people grow up and develop. Are we the same at 30 as we were 13?
21. What is the play directed by Elizabeth Margolius probably about?
A. A risk-taking trip. B. A birthday party.
C. A career as a designer. D. A person’s entire life.
22. Who directs a play set in a Nigerian town in Africa?
A. Michael Longhurst. B. Chigozie Obioma.
C. Jack McNamara. D.Kirsty Patrick Ward.
23．When does the play about personal growth and development open?
A. On Wednesday, 19 August. B. On Wednesday, 2 September.
C. On Saturday, 5 September. D. On Saturday, 10 October.
B
At eleven, I decided to learn to swim. There was a pool at the Y. M. C. A. offering exactly the opportunity. Mother continually warned against it, and kept fresh in my mind the details of each drowning in the river. But the Y. M. C. A. pool was safe.
I had a childhood fear of water. This started when I was three years old and father took me to the beach. The huge waves knocked me down and swept over me.
The pool was quiet. I was afraid of going in all alone, so I sat on the side of the pool to wait for others. Then came a big boy. He yelled, "Hi, Skinny! How'd you like to be ducked?" With that he picked me up and threw me into the deep end. I landed in a sitting position, and swallowed water. But I was not frightened out of my wits-when my feet hit the bottom, I would make a big jump, come out of the surface. It seemed a long way down. I gathered all my strength when I landed and made what I thought was a great spring upwards. Then I opened my eyes and saw nothing but water. I tried to yell but no sound came out. I went down, down, endlessly.
When I came to consciousness, I found myself lying on the bed in the hospital.
I never went back to the pool. I avoided water whenever I could. This misadventure stayed with me as the years rolled by. It deprived me of the joy of boating and swimming. Finally, I decided to get an instructor. Piece by piece, he built a swimmer. Several months later, the instructor was finished, but I was not. Sometimes the terror would return.
This went on until July. I swam across the Lake Wentworth. Only once did the terror return. When I was in the middle of the lake, I put my face under and saw nothing but bottomless water. I laughed and said, "Well, Mr. Terror, what do you think you can do to me?"
I had conquered my fear of water.
24. The author's original fear of water was caused by__________.
A. his poor skill in swimming
B. his mother's warning of drowning
C. an outing to the beach with his father
D. an unpleasant memory of the pool
25. Why was the author not scared to death when he was thrown into the water?
A. He knew how to swim in the pool.
B. He felt that the Y. M. C. A. pool was safe.
C. He was waiting for others to save him.
D. He came up with an idea to go upwards.
26. By "but I was not" in paragraph 5, the author probably means"
A. he was still a poor swimmer
B. he had not overcome the fear yet
C. he was not afraid of drowning any more
D. he was not satisfied with the swimming training
27. Which of the following is the best title for the text?
A. Goodbye, Mr. Terror
B. Hello, Childhood Fear
C. A Swimming Adventure
D. My Passion for Swimming
C
Recently, I had the unexpected pleasure of witnessing a basketball game played by local villagers in Guizhou province. Despite being amateurs, the teams played with professional-level format and refereeing (裁判), creating an intense atmosphere. The rescheduled final game of the Guizhou country basketball league, known as the “Village Basketball Association (VBA),” took place in Taipan Village.
The game attracted a large audience, even on a weekday. The live stream of the game on social media platforms received 5.66 million views, generating buzz with hashtags like “what does ‘sold-out’ look like.” So, why are grassroots competitions like this more attractive to people like me than professional games? I believe it’s because sports arise from the grassroots level, allowing everyone to connect socially and find common ground.
The VBA reminded me of a basketball game I experienced during my visit to Yangshuo in Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region. Bored of the scenic landscapes, I took a break and joined the locals and other visitors on the sidelines. Sitting on the bare ground, I felt so authentic and free that it released all my thoughts and emotions.
Similarly, in the VBA game, the winning team received modest prizes like live ducks and cooked meat, showcasing the genuine and down-to-earth nature of the competition. I even wondered if the players were cooks or farmers who could prepare the food right off the court.
The sudden popularity of the VBA can originate from the pervasive influence of social media and people’s desire to explore something different from their immediate surroundings. However, what truly resonates (共鸣) and has the potential for further growth is the pursuit (追求) of spiritual fulfillment. Grassroots sports offer an accessible and fulfilling experience, making them an ideal destination for individuals seeking a deeper connection.
28. What made the basketball game in Guizhou attractive?
A. The professional-level players.
B. The large number of viewers.
C. The involvement of local villagers.
D. The VBA offers better prizes.
29. How did the author feel while watching the basketball game in Yangshuo?
A. A connection with other audience.
B. A sense of authenticity and freedom.
C. A sense of loneliness from the locals.
D. A sense of boredom from the landscape.
30. According to the last paragraph, which has NOT contributed to the popularity of the VBA?
A. The impact of social media.
B. The attempt to achieve a spiritual satisfaction.
C. The eagerness for the newness in their surroundings.
D. The perfect opportunity to realize one’s sportsmanship.
31. What’s the best title of the passage?
A. VBA—an Online Hit
B. My Special Encounter with a VBA Game
C. The Game for Prosperity and Happiness
D. VBA—a Path to Grassroots’ Success
D
Tomatoes are common in daily life. Cathie Martin, a British scientist, has been working on developing purple tomatoes for years. Though the color is unusual, now this special kind of tomatoes, which has gained approval from the US government, has very high levels of antioxidants(抗氧化剂).
Antioxidants, also known as AOS, are found naturally in plants like blueberries and red cabbage. Scientists believe AOS may help prevent heart disease and help fight against diseases like diabetes. But tomatoes naturally only have a small amount of AOS in them. Martin wanted to see if she could create tomatoes with lots of AOS by changing the DNA of a tomato plant.
A plant developed from specially created DNA is known as a GMO. After adding two genes(基因) from a plant called snapdragon, Martin soon found her plants were producing small purple tomatoes with lots of AOS. Martin and other scientists further tested the tomatoes on mice that were likely to get cancer. The mice that were fed the purple tomatoes lived about 30% longer than those fed normal tomatoes. Though that’s good news, experiments on mice don’t always predict what effects on humans will be like. We need to see more experiments about it.
GMOs were first allowed in America in the late 1990s. But GMO products weren’t popular with customers. Many people were scared by the idea that the foods weren’t natural or safe. There’re still questions about the effects of GMO crops on the environment. However, scientists deny these claims.
Even so, many people still have concerns about them. Because of these concerns, most GMO products created over the last 20 years have focused on helping farmers rather than attracting customers.
Anyway, on September 7, 2022, the US approved the purple tomatoes, which is the first time it has approved a GMO plant designed to target human health.
32. What makes purple tomatoes really special?
A. Their medical value. B. Their delicious flavor.
C. Their proper size. D. Their pleasant color.
33. What’s the author’s attitude to the test on the mice?
A. Supportive. B. Doubtful. C. Concerned. D. Opposed.
34. What does the underlined word “so” in Paragraph 5 refer to?
A. The environment affects GMO foods.
B. The customers do not like GMO foods.
C. GMO products are used to help farmers.
D. Scientists think GMO products are safe.
35. What’s mainly talked about in the text?
A. Different DNA can benefit plant growth.
B. Tomatoes with changed DNA are approved.
C. Scientists are changing DNA of crops.
D. Human health depends on changed DNA.
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。
Jumping rope is popular but we tend to ignore (忽视) its benefits. 36 A study found that college men who spent 10 minutes jumping rope daily for six weeks improved their cardiovascular (心血管的) fitness just as much as college men who spent thirty minutes jogging for the same time. Here are some benefits of jumping rope.
37
Since most of your major muscles are working when you jump rope, the exercise creates a lot of heat in the body. Your body needs to burn more fuel to produce this energy, so it burns lots of calories. It burns more calories than any other exercises, such as jogging, cycling and swimming.
Improves coordination (协调)
Jumping rope requires good coordination, especially as you advance to more skilled moves.
38 It improves coordination by requiring several body parts to communicate in order to complete one movement. The feet must jump in time with the wrists turning in order to create a continuous jumping motion.
Reduces injury risk
With your improved coordination from jumping rope, you’ll be less likely to get hurt either during exercise or in daily activities. 39 As a result, you are more agile (灵活的) and your body awareness is improved greatly. This guarantees fewer injuries.
Improves heart health
Since jumping rope gets your heart pumping, it’s great for your cardiovascular system and heart health. Jumping rope can increase your VO2 Max (最大摄氧量), the measure of the maximum amount of oxygen a person can breathe during exercise. The higher someone’s VO2 max, the more cardiovascular endurance (耐受力) they have.
Jumping rope gives us a full-body workout with just one piece of equipment and one move. ____40____ Jump to some music or take your rope to a nearby park to enjoy the fun.
A. Burns calories
B. Improves muscles
C. It benefits us not only physically but also mentally.
D. You can quickly swing the rope twice within each jump.
E. It may even be more effective than other forms of exercise.
F. Jumping rope forces you to move your upper and lower body together.
G. So jumping rope helps you stay calm, clear and focused in everything you do.
第三部分英语运用(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入空白 处的最佳选项。
Being a parent is already a life-changing experience. However, this 40-year-old dad 41 an astonishing transformation after a hike with his kids.
Before Jeremiah Peterson looked like a supermodel, he weighed 290 pounds. He was only 42 to lose weight after he went on a 43 with his family in 2017 and became aware how quickly he got 44 from the activity.
“Instead of remembering all the good __45__ we had made on this trip, all I can remember is this one thing that kept playing in my head over and over again: I found myself running out of breath and having to take 46 before my 9-, 7- and 4-year-old kids,” Peterson wrote on Instagram.
The dad from Missoula, Montana then 47 himself to get into shape.
__48___, he started by giving up drinking and ___49___ a balanced diet. Every day for five months straight, he would hike for two hours and spend one more hour at the gym.
After 150 days of a strict diet and lots of 50 , Peterson lost 92 pounds. Not only that, he can now run 51 up the hiking trail that once made him extremely exhausted.
Peterson now uses his story and fitness knowledge to coach and 52 almost 100,000 social media followers — but he says that his kids are the real 53 for his success.
“Finding your reason is 54 if you want to achieve success in life,” he wrote in an Instagram post. “If you don’t have a strong reason behind your 55 , you are less likely to get the results.”
41. A. combined B. experienced C. prevented D. improved
42. A. lucky B. honored C. determined D. careful
43. A. hike B. diet C. program D. project
44. A. upset B. awkward C. rewarded D. exhausted
45. A. changes B. contributions C. memories D. preparations
46. A. turns B. breaks C. photos D. notes
47. A. set B. attracted C. advised D. wished
48. A. Besides B. Instead C. However D. Therefore
49. A. insisting on B. living up to C. getting across D. agreeing on
50. A. equipment B. consideration C. exercise D. attention
51. A. suddenly B. non-stop C. immediately D. together
52. A. please B. compare C. encourage D. force
53. A. purpose B. reason C. advantage D. direction
54. A. necessary B. simple C. personal D. available
55. A. achievements B. imaginations C. conditions D. actions
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分，满分15分5
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当5单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
“Look on the bright side” is one of those 56 (suggest) that people always consider inspiring but less helpful. However, new research shows that finding something 57 interest in a terrible situation makes people quickly stop complaining. Besides looking at a challenge with humor is a good method, 58 may even be helpful in preventing depressed people 59 feeling sad.
In a study 60 (publish) earlier this year, researchers gave the participants some photos that show negative situations. Then they would describe these photos according to 61 request of researchers. Those using humorous words to describe the photos 62 (find) to have fewer negative emotions and more possibilities to go through a hard time in their life than those who described the photos 63 (direct).
The conclusion from the study is that for those at higher risk of depression, humor can develop an ability 64 (control) negative emotions. What’s more, humor has an extra benefit of 65 (make) others around you smile. Therefore, when you feel stressed, find something that can make you laugh first.
第四部分写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
假定你是某学校高中生李华，最近你发现你校图书馆阅览室中存在高声喧哗和乱丢垃圾的现象，请用英语给馆长Mr. Smith写一封信。包括以下要点：
1.说明写信的目的；
2.提出合理的建议。
注意：
1.词数100左右；
2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3.书信格式及开头均已给出(不计入总词数)。
Dear Mr. Smith，
I am Li Hua, a high school student of our school.
Sincerely,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
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。
My father and I disagreed about my curfew (晚间在家的时间). He would say I had to be in by 9:30 on weekdays, and 11:00 on weekends, and there was no exception. One day, I took courage to first show my opinion on my curfew. I told him it made me feel like a junior high school kid. He explained that though a curfew might sound like a limit, it was really about people looking out for one another.
The very next Friday after that exchange, my dad and I had tickets to see our own town's professional football game. On that day he was driving his car to a nearby city to meet some major clients(客户) and told me that his getting home and our leaving for the game would be tight.
To make sure we could move off the moment he came back, I got everything prepared. When half an hour had passed from the time when he said he would be home, I understood that he was a little late. But then, nearly a whole hour passed. I was getting upset. We were going to miss the kick-off! And why hadn’t he phoned me and let me know he was going to be really late? As I anxiously stepped the floor, another half hour passed. That was when I got really angry. How inconsiderate my father was! We were going to miss the whole game! However, when another half an hour passed, my anger turned to fear. What if something terrible had happened to my dad, like he had a sudden heart attack or was caught in an accident, or something else? I began to get really worried, feeling like sitting on pins and needles. I had already called his cell phone about ten times, but there was no answer.
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。
I was beside myself with extreme anxieties, assuming the worst had happened.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The heavy stone in my heart finally fell to the ground.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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