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六安一中 2026 届高三年级第二次月考 B．Arrive at the restaurant by 7:00 p.m.
C．Leave early to avoid busy traffic.
英语试卷 9．Why is the man unable to ensure his arrival time?
A．He has to pick up Mr. Smith.
B．He has to prepare for a meeting.
时间：120分钟 总分：150分
C．He has to deliver some packages.
第一部分：听力（共两节，满分30分）
10．What does Monica suggest the man do?
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
A．Give David a call. B ． Skip the gathering. C ． Take public
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
transportation.
佳选项。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。
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题 。
每段对话仅读一遍。
11．What did the woman’s son do at the weekend?
1．When does the rainy season start?
A．He did sports. B．He went shopping. C．He had a birthday party.
A．In January. B．In February. C．In November.
12．How many coats did the woman buy?
2．What does the woman want to do?
A．Two. B．Three. C．Four.
A．Buy some drinks. B．Take a taxi. C．Find a parking lot.
13．What season is it currently?
3．What's the woman's brother?
A．Summer. B．Autumn. C．Winter.
A．A teacher. B．A businessman. C．A soldier.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
4．What does Linda do every Sunday?
14．What is the purpose of the charity marathon?
A．She does a part-time job.
A．To support school education.
B．She babysits her twin sisters.
B．To provide training for volunteers.
C．She attends a school activity.
C．To raise money for medical research.
5．What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
15．What will volunteers do for the charity marathon?
A．Teacher and student. B．Doctor and patient. C．Family members.
A．Assist with the race.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
B．Run the marathon as participants.
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
C．Give presentations at the conference.
选项中选最佳选项。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；
16． When does the race start?
听完后，各小题将给出秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
A．At 6 a. m. B．At 6:30 a.m. C．At 7 a.m.
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
听第10段材料，回答第17至20 题。
6．Where are the speakers?
17．What is the speaker?
A．In Scotland. B．In Italy. C．In India.
A．A chef. B．A doctor. C．A teacher.
7．What are the speakers mainly talking about?
18．Where was Tom during lunch?
A．Travel tips.
A．In the library. B．In the classroom. C．In the speaker's office.
B．Gestures in different cultures.
19．Why didn't Tom have lunch?
C．Interesting traditions in Europe.
A．He was too busy to eat.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
B．He was unable to afford food.
8．What did David ask his colleagues to do?
C．He was embarrassed to buy it.
A．Attend the afternoon meeting.
20．Which of the following can best describe the speaker?A．Thankful. B．Respectful. C．Helpful. C．be interested in being a podcaster
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分50分） D．be familiar with American social life
第一节 阅读理解（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分） 22．Which podcast gives you more stories behind the scene?
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳答案。 A．The Writer's Voice.
B．This American Life.
A
C．The Joe Rogan Experience.
If you have no difficulty in understanding what native English speakers say in daily life,
D．Overheard at National Geographic.
there is a whole new world of brilliant podcast (播客) series to explore. If you aren’t sure
23．What do these podcasts have in common?
where to start, have a look at these:
A．They enjoy great popularity.
The Joc Rogan Experience ★★★★★
B．Their stories are set in America.
The Joc Rogan Experience is a great learning device because of its
interesting English conversations between Rogan and his guests. At C．They are attached to magazines.
the time of writing there have been over 1,660 episodes with D．Their works are updated weekly.
subjects ranging from comedy and science to politics and sports.
Rogan is also a famous stand-up comedian, so the show is full of
cultural references and idioms. B
This American Life ★★★★★
Many of us suffer from a wish to be special. We usually assume that a special person is a
This American Life is a great choice for English learners who want
better person and a special life is a better life. However, my experience has helped me to
an insight into the culture of the USA ． It is a mixture of
journalism and storytelling, focusing on real-life tales from citizens understand the high cost I have paid to be special: the extra time spent trying to impress
of all regions of the country. The stories are new and varied. One others, the meals I was too tired to cook but I still cooked, the newspaper column that I just
episode was taped for 24 hours in an all-night restaurant; another
couldn’t stop working with...
interviewed workers on strike.
I’ve been thinking about the cost a lot since becoming a mother. I know it is very natural
The Writer's Voice ★★★★☆ to want our children to feel special, perhaps more special than others, so they can develop self-
The New Yorker is a famous American magazine, and every week
confidence. But I don’t think real self-confidence comes from being raised above others. It
it prints a new short story. In this podcast, the week's story is read
should come from being themselves and feeling loved for that in an ordinary way. It is not
aloud by its writer. The published work covers a wide range of life
experiences across the United States and beyond. It's a great way to believing that they are the best and trying to be that. It is understanding that they have value
enjoy some of the best new fiction in the country.
for being them. It is very easy to give our children the impression that to be special, they need
to try to be somebody else.
Overheard at National Geographic ★★★★★
National Geographic is a much-loved American magazine (and TV Perhaps the most valuable gift we can give them is the permission to be ordinary. Trying
channel) famous for incredible stories and photography related to
to be special or to live a special life can in reality take them further and further away from
science and the environment. Overheard is about the discussions
better ones. It can also lead them to lose sight of the precious moments of the life they are
Nat Geo employees have had while taking breaks. Expect crazy
stories from explorers, photographers, and scientists from around actually living.
the world. Since I have become aware of this, I start to enjoy cooking simpler meals. I also feel much
21．In order to fully enjoy these podcasts, you should________. more freedom when writing this column. I feel less of a need to perform than I used to. And
A．have interaction with hosts when I do feel that need, I can recognize it and respond differently (sometimes).
B．have good English competence At first, it might be a little bit boring to be ordinary. Now, I’ve become much more aware
2of the beauty of ordinary moments that I am fortunate enough to experience every day: the 维菌素) — approximately 1.7 to 2.1 times more than conventional formulations. This allows
naughty smiles from my daughter; the funny sounds my cat makes in the middle of the night... for greater effectiveness while using less active ingredient. When the pesticide contacts the
24．What does the underlined word “that” in paragraph 2 refer to? weakly acidic environment on plant leaves, the calcium carbonate breaks down, facilitating a
A．Cost. B．Self-confidence. quicker release of the pesticide and enabling easier tracking through the lights released by the
C．Being themselves. D．Trying to be special. carbon dots. This “controlled release” mechanism ensures that the pesticide remains active,
25．What does the author do now when she feels a need to perform? even in challenging conditions such as UV light or rain.
A．Occupy herself with her work. In tests conducted on the diamondback moth (小菜蛾), a common agricultural threat, the
B．Try to hold back the desire. new formulation demonstrated excellent pest control both indoors and outdoors. Importantly,
C．Do what she is expected to do. it also minimizes environmental impact. Compared to traditional pesticides, this new
D．Turn her attention to her family. formulation showed reduced poisonousness to non-target animals.
26．What does the author say about her current life? Furthermore, once the pesticide has released its active ingredient, the remaining materials
A．It is unnatural. B．It is boring. decompose into harmless substances like calcium ions (Ca2+), carbon dioxide (CO ), and
2
C．It is stressful. D．It is enjoyable. carbon dots, significantly lowering the risk of pollution.
27．Which of the following can be the best title for the text? 28．How is the benefit of the new pesticide stressed in Paragraph 1?
A．Why Should We Celebrate Being Ordinary? A．By offering statistics. B．By giving examples.
B．Why Do Many of Us Try So Hard to Be Special? C．By defining a concept. D．By quoting an expert.
C．How Does Children’s Self-Confidence Develop? 29．What does the underlined word “adhesion” mean in Paragraph 2?
D．How Can Parents Help Kids Enjoy the Real Life? A．Sensitivity. B．Response. C．Reference. D．Stickiness.
30．What makes the new pesticide different from traditional one?
A．Its distinctive structure. B．Its lower production cost.
C
C．Its unique tracking method. D．Its faster decomposition rate.
A team of researchers from the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science of the Chinese
31．Why is the new pesticide environmentally friendly?
Academy of Sciences has developed an innovative green pesticide formulation (农药配方)
A．It restores the ecological balance.
that promises to strengthen control of harmful insects while prioritizing safety for both crops
B．Its by-products are clean and safe.
and the environment. “This new pesticide represents a more environmentally friendly
C．It avoids harming unrelated species.
alternative to traditional pesticides,” said Prof. Wu Zhengyan, who led the research team. The
D．Its remaining materials are reusable.
findings of this study were published in ACS Nano.
Traditional pesticides often face several challenges, including uneven application on plant
leaves, tendency to being washed away by rain, and rapid decomposition ( 分解) under
D
sunlight. Additionally, remaining chemicals from these formulations can pose environmental
Many young people feel crushed when they think about their ability to buy a home, but it
risks. Therefore, in this study, the team engineered a new pesticide formulation to enhance
doesn’t mean they’re giving up on the dream.
adhesion to leaves, resist sunlight decomposition, and provide a gradual release of the active
The average age of first-time home-buyers rose to an all-time high of 38 last year. More
ingredient for sustained effectiveness.
than 6 in 10 Gen Z and millennial non-homeowners said they’re envious of peers who have
The success of this new formulation lies in its unique structure. The carbon dots combined
bought houses. Despite their desires, 61% of non-homeowners are less confident they will
with calcium carbonate (CaCO ) increase the pesticide’s capacity to hold more abamectin (阿
3ever own than they were at the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic and over half said they feel B．Young buyers seek new paths to own a house.
they’ve missed their opportunity. C．Americans are facing the toughest housing market.
Thanks to high mortgage (抵押贷款) rates and home prices, Americans today need to D．Various factors make young people fail to buy a house.
earn about 70% more than they did six years ago to comfortably afford a medium-priced
home. To buy a house the national medium list price of $431,250, realtor.com estimates a 第二节 七选五 （共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
household needs to earn about $114,000 each year. 阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项
While some young people feel home ownership isn’t in the cards for them, others are 为多余选项。
getting financial help from relatives to make that big purchase. And others are considering Many of us face a tricky trap on social media: either chase endless likes with constant
unconventional ways to beat the odds and make it happen including co-buying, relocating and posting or escape by ignoring it all. We stress over this forced choice — approval or isolation
mortgaging their retirement. — as if they can’t mix. 36 Here are three practical ways to find balance in the digital
Those without help from relatives are considering some creative alternative paths to world.
purchasing a house. Some 57% of Gen Z and 54% of millennial say they would buy with Focus on genuine connections.
friends or family. “If I didn’t have my family, I think I would’ve just been helpless,” St. Likes and comments bring short-term excitement, but they fade fast. True connections
Peters, 28, said. “I could have easily had the mentality as the other Gen Z people like, ‘Well, I matter more. When you share real stories or chat deeply with others, you feel warm inside.
don’t have that money. It seems really upsetting. I have no business buying a house. ” 37 So pick activities that make you feel truly good, like talking about hobbies or helping
Young people are also willing to sacrifice on location. More than half are willing to move friends online — no need to care about likes!
to another state or even country to afford a home. Another recent study by another property 3 8
management company ranked Minnesota as the most desired state for young people buying Peace on social media starts with how you see it. Mindful scrolling ( 浏览) means
property, with 50.8% of people under 35 owning a home there. noticing nice things — an inspiring post, a friend’s happy news — without comparing
32．Why is it so hard for young people today to purchase a home? yourself. The colors of a photo or a kind word can make you smile. You don’t need big tricks.
A．COVID-19 made housing prices balloon so quickly. 39 Then you’ll enjoy both: staying connected and feeling peaceful.
B．Their families completely refuse to lend a helping hand. Celebrate small digital joys.
C．The housing market is so unaffordable for young buyers. Every little win online — sharing a useful tip, getting a sweet reply — deserves cheers.
D．The number of first-time buyers reaches an all-time high. If you only wait for lots of followers, you’ll miss daily fun. 40 For example, celebrate
33．According to the passage, which of the following is an alternative path for young home- finishing a post you care about, not just hitting a follower goal. Treat yourself to a snack after
buyers? a nice chat. These turn online time into a happy journey.
A．Co-buying with a stranger. A．Try browsing with intention.
B．Starting their own business. B．Chasing likes will make you tired.
C．Moving to a cheaper state. C．Just fix your attention on the little joys online.
D．Sticking to a move-in ready home. D．Minor accomplishments in the digital world lift your mood.
34．What might the author continue talking about? E．In fact, mixing work and rest online helps you stay balanced.
A．Mortgaging retirement. B．Challenges and policies. F．But our time online doesn’t have to be stuck in this dilemma.
C．The root of the problem. D．Preparations to buy a home. G．That cozy glow from within doesn’t depend on likes or comments.
35．What is the text mainly about?
A．Dream of owning a home is slipping away.
4第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分30分） 49．A．strength B．history C．love D．suffering
第一节 完形填空（共15小题：每小题1分，满分15分） 50．A．deserted B．revised C．cherished D．destroyed
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的 A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空 51．A．happiness B．departure C．sympathy D．healing
白处的最佳选项。 52．A．got rid of B．gone on C．thrown into D．kept away from
When I was 12, I was diagnosed with scoliosis, where the spine curves to the side. After 53．A．joy B．scar C．appreciation D．reality
the 8-hour operation, I spent three days in intensive care and a week on a general ward, 54．A．wellbeing B．status C．bonus D．right
followed by six days wheelchair-bound, requiring full 4 1 for all activities of daily 55．A．open B．weed C．switch D．escape
living.
Even now, the period of recovery keeps 4 2 across my mind. The paralysis (瘫 第二节 语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
痪）caused by my spinal injury seemed psychologically 4 3 , and it’s so 4 4 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
to come to terms with it. I couldn’t get out of bed or do anything for myself. I was filled with a Chinese animated film Nobody has become a dark horse at this summer’s box office. It
sense of 4 5 about the entire experience — an emotion even I don’t know why or 5 6 (top) daily charts on Sunday with 106 million yuan, grossing 559 million yuan nine days
where it came from. It was my mother who 4 6 how I perceived both the surgery and its
after release.
lasting mark.
The film’s success comes from its roots in Chinese mythology and universal themes of
She was 4 7 . She’d ask me if she could present it to people, then she’d turn me
survival, dignity, courage and life, 5 7 strike a strong chord with audiences. It tells of a
around and say, “My daughter is a (n) 4 8 — you’ve got to check out her scar. Isn’t it
little pig monster who teams up with three other nameless demons. Pretending to be Monk
a symbol of 4 9 ?” Gradually, it turned into a 5 0 part of my identity rather
Tang Sanzang and his disciples from Journey to the West, they break out of Langlang
than a source of shame and even became a powerful tool I now use to help others through their
Mountain for 5 8 funny “pilgrimage” (朝拜)leading to self-growth.
own 5 1 .
Many netizens see 5 9 (they) in these four unknown demons, calling the film a
Since then, I have not 5 2 discussing my operation — even wearing a wedding
mirror. It reminds us that great stories often focus on “nobodies” longing 6 0 (be)
dress that showed off the 5 3 when I married Jack Brooksbank in 2018. Now I am a
somebody, where we all find a piece of ourselves.
mother of two, also sponsor of Horatio’s Garden, which helps to improve the 5 4 of
Beyond its powerful narrative, Nobody is a breathtaking visual appreciation of Chinese
patients having spinal surgery by giving them garden spaces to 5 5 to occasionally.
6 1 (art) heritage from the Shanghai Animation Film Studio. It masterfully blends ink-wash
41．A．pause B．assistance C．participation D．allowance
painting’s free spirit with complicated brushwork details. This unique Eastern art, 6 2
42．A．coming B．getting C．flashing D．putting
(refresh) by modern techniques, arouses 6 3 (familiar) with traditional cultural genes.
43．A．unique B．dependent C．overwhelming D．disabled
In short, Nobody’s breakthrough isn’t just a box office win. It proves that 6 4
44．A．eager B．simple C．delicate D．hard
45．A．shame B．regret C．dignity D．anger modern expression of traditional culture properly used, Chinese animation can find its own
46．A．reshaped B．blamed C．reviewed D．recognized path. 6 5 Romain Rolland put it, “There is only one true heroism: to see the world as
47．A．strict B．humorous C．amazing D．cautious it is, and to love it.”
48．A．artist B．superman C．operator D．patient第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） my heart. He was a cute guy with an open face and a constantly dangling tongue. His fur was
第一节 （满分15分） patchy in spots, but he seemed otherwise healthy.
66．假定你是李华，你的英国笔友 Peter 来信告知他近期将参加学校“人与自然”主 As I settled into life in Bhutan, I had trouble making friends. Sure, I was close with all the
题征文比赛，想向你了解中国传统“天人合一”理念（the concept of “harmony other teachers, but most of them were older and had families. Because of the language barrier
between man and nature”）的相关内容，希望你能提供帮助。请你给他回一封邮件， and my own shyness, it was hard to go out and meet new people. Our town in Bhutan was
内容包括： very small, just two main roads filled with mostly restaurants, karaoke bars and snooker (斯诺
1．简要解释“天人合一”的核心内涵； 克) halls. Usually, I went to town for shopping, but because of my limited language skills, I
2．列举 1-2 个体现该理念的传统例子（如传统建筑、生活习俗等）； didn’t often go to those “hang-out” kinds of places. Therefore, I spent most of my time
3．表达对他参赛的祝愿。 working. I really focused on my lessons, making them as perfect as possible.
注意： Every day, the little dog wandered into my office and sat quietly in the corner. Most of the
1．词数 80 左右； other teachers would shoo (轰走) him out of the office with a loud “Hi-ya!”, and the little guy
2．开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。 would bow his oversized head and run away. I didn’t shoo him away, though. Whenever he
Dear Peter, wandered into my room, I’d just ignore him. He’d walk between the desks for a while before
I’m glad to receive your email and happy to help you with your essay competition. settling under a teacher’s desk at the back of the room. He wouldn’t sleep or do anything else,
____________________________________________________________________________ just watch me.
注意：
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（1）续写词数应为150个左右；
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（2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
____________________________________________________________________________ Over time, the dog started following me, becoming a regular part of my day.
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Yours, ____________________________________________________________________________
Li Hua
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When the dog led me to the town one day, my lonely days here began to end.
第二节 （满分25分）
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67．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。 ____________________________________________________________________________
No one owns dogs in Bhutan. In this country, most people believe that the animals around us ____________________________________________________________________________
are their lost loved ones, so animals are given free rein (缰绳) to do whatever they want.
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I moved to Bhutan from another teaching job in Tanzania. A few dogs spent every day hanging
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out at my school. One of them was a little guy with a head too big for his body, really winning
6感到需要的时候，我能意识到它并做出不同的反应（有时）。)”可知，作者现在当有表现欲时，会
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意识到并尝试以不同方式应对，即克制这种欲望。故选B项。
____________________________________________________________________________ 26．推理判断题。根据第五段的句子“Now, I’ve become much more aware of the beauty of ordinary
moments that I am fortunate enough to experience every day: the naughty smiles from my daughter; the
六安一中 2026 届高三年级第二次月考 funny sounds my cat makes in the middle of the night...(现在，我更加意识到我有幸每天都能经历的平
凡时刻的美好：女儿调皮的微笑；我的猫在半夜发出的奇怪的声音……)”可知，作者现在的生活更
英语试卷参考答案 自由、更享受。故选D项。
27．主旨大意题。通读全文，特别是第一段的句子“However, my experience has helped me to
题号 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 understand the high cost I have paid to be special: the extra time spent trying to impress others, the meals I
答案 C A C A C A B B C A was too tired to cook but I still cooked, the newspaper column that I just couldn’t stop working with... (然
题号 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 而，这段经历让我看清了为变得出类拔萃所付出的高昂代价：那些为博人眼球额外耗费的时间，那
答案 A C C A A C C A B C 些精疲力竭却仍要强撑下厨的餐食，那项令我欲罢不能的报纸专栏工作……)”及最后一段“At first,
题号 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 it might be a little bit boring to be ordinary. Now, I’ve become much more aware of the beauty of ordinary
答案 B D A C B D A D D A moments that I am fortunate enough to experience every day: the naughty smiles from my daughter; the
题号 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 funny sounds my cat makes in the middle of the night... (起初，平凡生活或许略显平淡。现在，我更加
答案 B C C A B F G A C D 意识到我有幸每天都能经历的平凡时刻的美好：女儿调皮的微笑；我的猫在半夜发出的奇怪的声
题号 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 音……)”可知，作者从自身经历出发，反思“追求特殊”的代价，进而探讨如何培养孩子真正的自
答案 B C C D A A C B A C
信，最后得出结论：接受平凡，享受平凡生活中的美好瞬间。所以，用A项“Why Should We
题号 51 52 53 54 55
Celebrate Being Ordinary? (为什么我们要庆祝平凡？)”作为本文的题目，与文章主题相符合。故选A
答案 D D B A D
项。
21．B 22．D 2 3．A
28．D 29．D 30．A 31．B
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要向在日常生活中理解以英语为母语的人说的话没有困难的人
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了中国科学院合肥物质科学研究院的研究团队开发出一
介绍了全新的精彩播客系列。
种创新型绿色农药配方及其优势。
21．细节理解题。根据文章第一段第一句“If you have no difficulty in understanding what native
28．推理判断题。根据第一段中“This new pesticide represents a more environmentally friendly
English speakers say in daily life, there is a whole new world of brilliant podcast series to explore.(如果你
alternative to traditional pesticides,” said Prof. Wu Zhengyan, who led the research team.(“这种新型农药是
在日常生活中理解以英语为母语的人说的话没有困难，还有一个全新的精彩播客系列等着你去探
传统农药更环保的替代品，”研究小组负责人吴正岩教授说。)”可知，第一段通过引用专家吴正岩
索)”可知，如果想要完全享受这些播客，首先你要有好的英语能力。故选B项。
教授的话来强调新型农药的好处。故选D。
22．细节理解题。根据文章最后一段倒数第二句“Overheard is about the discussions Nat Geo
29．词句猜测题。根据第二段中“Traditional pesticides often face several challenges, including uneven
employees have had while taking breaks.(偶然听到的是国家地理员工在休息时的讨论)”可知，
application on plant leaves, tendency to being washed away by rain, and rapid decomposition (分解) under
Overheard at National Geographic可以让你听到更多的幕后故事。故选D项。
sunlight.(传统农药常常面临一些挑战，包括在植物叶片上施用不均匀，容易被雨水冲走，以及在阳
23．推理判断题。根据第一个小标题下第二句“At the time of writing there have been over 1,660
光下迅速分解。)”以及“Therefore, in this study, the team engineered a new pesticide formulation to
episodes with subjects ranging from comedy and science to politics and sports.(到我写这篇文章的时候，
enhance adhesion to leaves, resist sunlight decomposition, and provide a gradual release of the active
已经有1660多集了，主题从喜剧、科学到政治和体育)”和其余三个小标题的第一句“This American
ingredient for sustained effectiveness.(因此，在本研究中，研究团队设计了一种新型农药配方，旨在
Life is a great choice for English learners who want an insight into the culture of the USA.(《美国生活》
增强农药在叶片上的adhesion、抵抗阳光分解，并实现活性成分的缓释，以保持长效性。)”可知，
对于想要深入了解美国文化的英语学习者来说是一个很好的选择)”“The New Yorker is a famous
传统农药在叶片上施用不均匀，容易被雨水冲走，在阳光下迅速分解，因此研究小组设计了一种新
American magazine, and every week it prints a new short story.(《纽约客》是美国著名的杂志，它每周
的农药配方，以增强对叶片的粘附力，抵抗阳光分解，并逐渐释放有效成分，以保持持续的有效
出版一篇新的短篇小说)”“National Geographic is a much-loved American magazine (and TV channel)
性。故adhesion意思是“粘附力”。A. Sensitivity.敏感；B. Response.回应；C. Reference.参考；D.
famous for incredible stories and photography related to science and the environment.(《国家地理》是一
Stickiness.粘附力。故选D。
本深受喜爱的美国杂志(和电视频道)，以与科学和环境有关的令人难以置信的故事和照片而闻名)”可
30．细节理解题。根据第三段中“The success of this new formulation lies in its unique structure.(这种
知，这几个播客的共同点是它们都很受欢迎。故选A项。
新配方的成功在于其独特的结构。)”可知，是独特的结构使新型农药不同于传统农药。故选A。
24．C 2 5．B 26．D 27．A
31．细节理解题。根据最后一段“Furthermore, once the pesticide has released its active ingredient, the
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。作者从自身经历出发，反思“追求特殊”的代价，进而探讨如何培养
remaining materials decompose into harmless substances like calcium ions (Ca2+), carbon dioxide (CO2),
孩子真正的自信，最后得出结论：接受平凡，享受平凡生活中的美好瞬间。
and carbon dots, significantly lowering the risk of pollution.(此外，一旦农药释放出其有效成分，剩余的
24．词句猜测题。根据划线单词上文的“But I don’t think real self-confidence comes from being raised
物质就会分解成无害的物质，如钙离子（Ca2+）、二氧化碳（CO2）和碳点，大大降低了污染的风
above others. It should come from being themselves and feeling loved for...”可知，作者认为自信应该来
险。)”可知，新型农药是环保的因为它的副产品干净安全。故选B。
自于以一种平凡的方式做自己，并为做自己感到被爱。所以that代指的上文的being themselves。故
32．C 33．C 34．A 35．B
选C项。
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了高昂的房价让年轻购房者望而却步，但他们没有放弃希
25．细节理解题。根据第四段的句子“I feel less of a need to perform than I used to. And when I do feel
望，他们正在用一些创造性的途径来购买房屋，包括共同购买、搬迁和抵押退休生活。
that need,I can recognize it and respond differently (sometimes). (我觉得不像以前那么需要表演了。当我
32．细节理解题。根据第三段中“Thanks to high mortgage (抵押贷款) rates and home prices,Americans today need to earn about 70% more than they did six years ago to comfortably afford a medium- 意识地浏览内容。)”作为小标题，直接点明“有意图地浏览”，与下文“关注美好事物”逻辑一
priced home. (由于高抵押贷款利率和房价，今天的美国人需要比六年前多赚70%左右，才能舒适地
致。故选A。
负担起中等价位的住房)”可知，年轻人购房困难是因为房价对他们来说是负担不起的。故选C。
39．结合下文“Then you’ll enjoy both: staying connected and feeling peaceful.(然后你会享受两者：保
33．细节理解题。根据最后一段中“Young people are also willing to sacrifice on location . More than
half are willing to move to another state or even country to afford a home.(年轻人也愿意在居住地段上做 持联系和感到平静。)”可知，该段讨论如何通过“有意识地浏览”实现社交与内心的平衡。C选项
出让步。超过半数则愿意搬到其他州甚至其他国家，以负担起一套住房)”可知，搬到一个物价更便 “Just fix your attention on the little joys online.(只需将注意力聚焦于网络世界中的小确幸。)”总结结
宜的州是年轻购房者的可替代方法之一。故选C。
果：通过关注美好事物（noticing nice things），用户能同时享受社交连接与内心平静，与前文逻辑
34．推理判断题。根据第四段中“And others are considering unconventional ways to beat the odds and
闭环，因此符合语境。故选C。
make it happen including co-buying, relocating and mortgaging their retirement.(还有一些人正在考虑非
传统的方式来克服困难，实现这一目标，包括共同购买、搬迁和抵押退休金等)”并结合第五段介绍 40．该段小标题是“Celebrate small digital joys.(庆祝数字生活中的小确幸。)”和空前“Every little
共同购买，第六、七段介绍搬迁推知，作者可能在下文介绍“抵押退休金”这种购房途径。故选 win online — sharing a useful tip, getting a sweet reply — deserves cheers. If you only wait for lots of
A。
followers, you’ll miss daily fun.(网络上的每一个小成就——分享一条实用建议、收到一条暖心回复
35．主旨大意题。通读全文，并结合第四段“While some young people feel home ownership isn’t in
——都值得欢呼。如果你只盯着粉丝数量的增长，就会错过日常的乐趣。)”主张庆祝线上小成就
the cards for them, others are getting financial help from relatives to make that big purchase. And others are
（如分享有用技巧、收到暖心回复），而非仅关注粉丝数量。D选项“Minor accomplishment in the
considering unconventional ways to beat the odds and make it happen including co-buying, relocating and
mortgaging their retirement.(虽然一些年轻人觉得自己不可能拥有自己的房子，但其他人正在从亲戚 digital world lift your mood.(数字世界里的微小成就，也能让你心情愉悦。)”解释原因：数字世界的
那里得到经济上的帮助，以进行大笔购买。还有一些人正在考虑非传统的方式来克服困难，实现这 小成就能提升情绪，与后文例子（celebrate finishing a post）紧密衔接，因此D选项符合语境。故选
一目标，包括共同购买、搬迁和抵押退休生活)”可知，文章主要介绍了高昂的房价让年轻购房者望
D。
而却步，但他们没有放弃希望，他们正在用一些创造性的方法来替代传统的购房途径，包括共同购
41．B 42．C 43．C 44．D 45．A 46．A 47．C 48．B 49．A
买、搬迁和抵押退休生活等。因此本文主要是关于年轻的购房者寻求新的买房途径。故选B。
50．C 51．D 52．D 53．B 54．A 55．D
36．F 37．G 38．A 39．C 40．D
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。本文讲述了作者12岁时被诊断出脊柱侧弯，经历8小时手术后，需长时
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲的是如何在社交媒体中摆脱“追求点赞”与“彻底逃避”的两 间康复且生活无法自理。这段康复期在心理上对作者造成巨大冲击，她曾充满羞耻感。但在母亲的
难困境，找到数字生活的平衡之道。 积极引导下，作者逐渐将手术疤痕从羞耻的来源转变为身份中珍视的部分，甚至用自身经历帮助他
人。
36．空前“Many of us face a tricky trap on social media: either chase endless likes with constant posting
41．考查名词词义辨析。句意：在8小时的手术后，我在重症监护室呆了3天，在普通病房呆了一
or escape by ignoring it all. We stress over this forced choice — approval or isolation — as if they can’t
周，接着6天坐在轮椅上，需要全面协助我进行所有日常生活活动。A. pause暂停；B. assistance帮
mix.(我们许多人都深陷社交媒体的棘手陷阱：要么通过不断发帖来追逐无穷无尽的点赞，要么选择
助；C. participation参与；D. allowance津贴、许可。根据“six days wheelchair-bound”和下文
彻底逃避、对一切视而不见。我们为这种被迫的选择而焦虑不已——仿佛认可与孤独无法共存。)” “couldn’t get out of bed or do anything for myself”可知，作者此时生活不能独立，需要他人的帮助。
提出社交媒体的两难选择（追求点赞或完全逃避），并指出人们误以为“认可与孤独不可兼得”。 故选B。
42．考查动词词义辨析。句意：即使现在，康复期的画面仍不断在我脑海中闪现。A. coming来；B.
F选项“But our time online doesn’t have to be stuck in this dilemma.(但我们的上网时光未必非要困于
getting得到；C. flashing闪现、掠过；D. putting放。根据“Even now”推知，恢复时期的画面仍在作
这种两难境地。)”中的“But”否定极端观点，暗示存在第三种选择，自然引出后文“三种平衡方
者脑海不断闪现，flash across one’s mind是固定搭配，意为“在某人脑海中闪现”。故选C。
法”的总起句“Here are three practical ways to find balance in the digital world.(以下是在数字世界中寻 43．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：脊柱损伤导致的瘫痪在心理上似乎是令人崩溃的，而且很难接受
找平衡的三种实用方法。)”，因此F选项符合语境。故选F。 这个事实。A. unique独特的；B. dependent依赖的；C. overwhelming令人崩溃的；D. disabled残疾
的。由后文“it’s so hard to come to terms with it”可知，瘫痪对作者心理打击极大，是令人崩溃的。
37．该段核心观点是空前“True connections matter more.(真正重要的，是真实的联结。)”，空后“So
故选C。
pick activities that make you feel truly good, like talking about hobbies or helping friends online — no need
44．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：脊柱损伤导致的瘫痪在心理上似乎是令人崩溃的，而且很难接受
to care about likes!(因此，选择那些能让你真正感到愉悦的活动吧，比如谈论兴趣爱好，或是在网上 这个事实。A. eager渴望的；B. simple简单的；C. delicate脆弱的、微妙的；D. hard困难的。前文提
帮助朋友——无需在意点赞数量！)”建议参与能带来内在满足的活动（如谈论爱好、帮助朋友）。 到瘫痪带来心理崩溃，结合下文“I couldn’t get out of bed or do anything for myself”可知，接受这样
的状况是困难的。故选D。
G选项“That cozy glow from within doesn’t depend on likes or comments.(那种源自内心的温暖，并不
45．考查名词词义辨析。句意：整个经历让我充满了一种羞耻感 —— 这种情绪连我自己都不知道
依赖于点赞或评论。)”总结主题：内心的温暖不依赖外部认可，与后文“无需在意点赞”（no need
源于何处、为何产生。A. shame羞耻；B. regret后悔；C. dignity尊严；D. anger愤怒。根据后文
to care about likes）形成呼应。故选G。 “rather than a source of shame”可知，作者最初将这段经历视为羞耻的来源。故选A。
38．后文“Mindful scrolling (浏览) means noticing nice things — an inspiring post, a friend’s happy news 46．考查动词词义辨析。句意：正是母亲重塑了我对手术及其留下的永久印记的看法。A. reshaped
重塑；B. blamed责备；C. reviewed回顾、复习；D. recognized认出、认可。根据后文“became a
— without comparing yourself.(有意识地浏览（Mindful scrolling），意味着去关注美好的事物——比
powerful tool I now use to help others”可知，母亲的行为让自己可以去帮助他人，由此可知，母亲重
如一篇鼓舞人心的帖子，或是朋友的喜讯——而不与他人比较。)”提到“有意识地浏览社交媒体，
塑了作者的看法。故选A。
关注美好事物而非自我比较”，核心是主动选择浏览内容。A选项“Try browsing with intention.(有 47．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：她非常了不起。A. strict严格的；B. humorous幽默的；C. amazing
8了不起的、令人惊叹的；D. cautious谨慎的。上文提到母亲通过积极的方式帮助作者转变心态，这 词，所以用不定冠词a。故填a。
种做法是了不起的。故选C。 59．考查代词。句意：许多网友在这四个无名小妖怪身上看到了自己，称这部电影就像一面镜子。
48．考查名词词义辨析。句意：我女儿是个超人—— 你们得看看她的疤痕。A. artist艺术家；B. “see oneself in...”是常见表达，意思是“在……中看到自己”，此句中主语是Many netizens，所以
superman超人；强者；C. operator操作员；D. patient病人。根据上文“It was my mother who 6 how 要用反身代词themselves。故填themselves。
I perceived both the surgery and its lasting mark.”推知，母亲想传递疤痕的积极意义，将作者形容为超 60．考查非谓语动词。句意：它提醒我们，伟大的故事往往聚焦于渴望成为大人物的“小人物”，
人符合语境。故选B。 在这些故事里，我们都能找到自己的影子。“long to do sth.”是固定搭配，意为“渴望做某事”，这
49．考查名词词义辨析。句意：它难道不是力量的象征吗？A. strength力量；B. history历史；C. 里表示“小人物”渴望成为“大人物”，所以用to be。故填to be。
love爱；D. suffering痛苦。根据上文“It was my mother who 6 how I perceived both the surgery and 61．考查形容词。句意：除了强大的叙事能力，《浪浪山小妖怪》还是一封来自上海美术电影制片
its lasting mark.”推知，母亲的目的是帮作者摆脱羞耻感，所以会将疤痕定义为力量的象征。故选 厂，写给中国艺术遗产的令人惊叹的视觉情书。这里需要一个形容词来修饰名词heritage，art的形
A。 容词形式是artistic，意思是“艺术的”，“artistic heritage”即“艺术遗产”。故填artistic。
50．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：渐渐地，它成了我身份中被珍视的一部分，而非羞耻的来源，甚 62．考查非谓语动词。句意：这种独特的东方美学，经现代技术更新，唤起了人们对传统文化基因
至成了我如今帮助他人度过自身康复的有力工具。A. deserted被遗弃的；B. revised被修改的；C. 的熟悉感。his unique Eastern aesthetic（这种独特的东方美学）和refresh（更新）之间是被动关系，
cherished被珍视的；D. destroyed被摧毁的。根据“rather than a source of shame”可知，作者对疤痕 即“东方美学被更新”，所以用过去分词refreshed作后置定语，修饰This unique Eastern aesthetic。
的态度从羞耻转为珍视。故选C。 故填refreshed。
51．考查名词词义辨析。句意：渐渐地，它成了我身份中被珍视的一部分，而非羞耻的来源，甚至 63．考查名词。句意：这种独特的东方美学，经现代技术更新，唤起了人们对传统文化基因的熟悉
成了我如今帮助他人度过自身康复的有力工具。A. happiness幸福；B. departure离开；C. sympathy 感。evoke是及物动词，后面需要接名词作宾语，familiar是形容词，其名词形式为familiarity，意为
同情；D. healing康复、治愈。根据上文“Even now, the period of recovery keeps 2 across my mind. ” “熟悉”，“evoke familiarity with...”表示“唤起对……的熟悉感”。故填familiarity。
可知，作者自身经历过脊柱手术的康复过程，因此能帮助他人度过康复期。故选D。 64．考查介词。句意：简而言之，《浪浪山小妖怪》的突破不仅仅是票房上的胜利。它证明了，伴
52．考查动词短语辨析。句意：从那以后，我从未回避谈论我的手术 —— 甚至在 2018 年嫁给杰 随对传统文化和现代表达的合理运用，中国动画能够走出自己的道路。考查with的复合结构，故填
克・布鲁克斯班克时，我还穿着能展露伤疤的婚纱。A. got rid of摆脱；除去；B. gone on继续；C. with。
thrown myself into投身于；D. kept away from回避、避开。根据下文“even wearing a wedding dress 65．考查固定表达。句意：正如罗曼·罗兰所说：“世上只有一种真正的英雄主义，那就是在认清生
that showed off”并结合上文作者改变对伤疤的看法可知，作者不回避谈论手术。故选D。 活的真相后依然热爱生活。” “as sb. put it”是固定表达，意思是“正如某人所说”，位于句首，
53．考查名词词义辨析。句意：从那以后，我从未回避谈论我的手术 —— 甚至在 2018 年嫁给杰 首字母要大写。故填As。
克・布鲁克斯班克时，我还穿着能展露伤疤的婚纱。A. joy快乐；B. scar疤痕；C. appreciation感 66．Dear Peter,
激；D. reality现实。前文围绕“手术疤痕”展开，“展露伤疤”可体现作者对疤痕的坦然。故选 I’m glad to receive your email and happy to help you with your essay competition.
B。 The concept of “harmony between man and nature” is a core idea in traditional Chinese culture. It means
54．考查名词词义辨析。句意：现在我是两个孩子的母亲，同时也是“霍雷肖花园”的资助人，该 humans should live in balance with nature instead of trying to control it — we take what we need from
机构通过为接受脊柱手术的患者提供可偶逃避的花园空间，帮助改善他们的幸福感。A. wellbeing幸 nature gently and protect it in return.
福、健康状况；B. status地位；C. bonus奖金；D. right权利。根据“by giving them garden spaces”推 For example, traditional Chinese gardens are designed to follow natural landscapes: rocks, water and
知，机构为患者提供花园空间，目的是改善他们心理感受，即提高幸福感。故选A。 plants are arranged like they are in the wild, showing respect for nature. Also, the custom of planting trees
55．考查动词词义辨析。句意：现在我是两个孩子的母亲，同时也是“霍雷肖花园”的资助人，该 on important occasions (like festivals) has been kept for centuries, which helps keep the environment
机构通过为接受脊柱手术的患者提供可偶尔逃避的花园空间，帮助改善他们的幸福感。A. open打 healthy.
开；B. weed除草；C. switch转换；D. escape逃离、躲避。结合常识可知，花园空间对患者而言是 I believe this idea will make your essay special. Good luck with your competition!
暂时“逃离”医院单调环境、放松身心的地方。故选D。 Yours,
56．topped 57．which 58．a 59．themselves 60．to be 61．artistic 62． Li Hua
refreshed 63．familiarity 64．with 65．As 【导语】这是一篇应用文，要求考生给英国笔友 Peter 写回信通过介绍中国传统“天人合一”理念
【导语】本文是一篇关于中国动画电影《浪浪山小妖怪》的影评，介绍了该电影在暑期票房成为黑 来帮助他参学校的主题征文比赛。
马的情况，分析其成功源于中国神话根源、普世主题，还提及电影在叙事、视觉上的亮点，强调它 【详解】1.词汇积累
证明了传统文化现代表达对中国动画发展的重要性。 概念：concept→notion 传统的：traditional→conventional
56．考查动词时态。句意：周日，它以1.06亿元的票房登顶每日票房榜，上映九天票房总收入达到 平衡：balance→equilibrium 重要的：important→significant
5.59亿元。根据时间状语“on Sunday”，可知这里描述的是过去发生的具体动作，所以要用一般过 2.句式拓展
去时。动词top意为“居……之首；为……之冠” ，其过去式为topped。故填topped。 同义句转换
57．考查非限制性定语从句。句意：这部电影的成功源于它扎根于中国神话以及关于生存、尊严、 原句：The concept of “harmony between man and nature” is a core idea in traditional Chinese culture.
勇气和生命的普世主题，这些深深地触动了观众的心弦。空处为非限制性定语从句，先行词为先行 同义句：The concept of “harmony between man and nature” is a nuclear idea in conventional Chinese
词是 “its roots in Chinese mythology and universal themes of survival, dignity, courage and life”，指 culture.
物，在从句中作主语，所以用关系代词which引导。故填which。 【点睛】【高分句型1】It means humans should live in balance with nature instead of trying to control it
58．考查冠词。句意：它讲述了一只小猪妖与其他三个无名妖怪组队的故事。他们假扮成《西游 — we take what we need from nature gently and protect it in return.(运用了what引导的宾语从句)
记》里的唐僧师徒，从浪浪山出发，进行了一次滑稽的 “朝圣之旅”，从而走向自我成长。这里 【高分句型2】 Also, the custom of planting trees on important occasions (like festivals) has been kept
的“funny “pilgrimage””表示“一次有趣的朝拜之旅”，是泛指概念，funny是以辅音音素开头的单 for centuries, which helps keep the environment healthy.(运用了which引导的非限制性定语从句)67．参考范文： Text 4
Over time, the dog started following me, becoming a regular part of my day. I’d see him on my walk W: Where is Linda this morning? Is she attending a school activity?
to school, who was trying to keep pace with me. He’d attend at least one of my classes. At lunch, as he M: No, she is taking care of Mrs. Smith's twins. She wants to make some money for her favorite singer's
concert.
wasn’t allowed inside the school canteen, he’d patiently wait outside until I was done. I’d give him some
W: Really? She really impresses me! Babysitting is a difficult job.
food, and then he’d disappear somewhere. When I stayed late in the office alone for lesson plans for the
M: Absolutely, she says she will do it every Sunday.
next day, the dog friend would run in. Somehow, he knew that I needed someone to talk to. When I finished
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my work, we would walk on the way home.
M: There's a bandage on your knee. What's wrong, sweetheart?
When the dog led me to the town one day, my lonely days here began to end. One night, I stayed
W. I fell down in PE class. Don't worry. My teacher has taken me to the clinic. The doctor said it was just a
alone in the office preparing for my lesson plans as usual. When I was finishing my work, the dog ran in. I
slight injury.
followed him out of the office and we walked down the path back to my home. Strangely, instead of M: Have a rest. Dinner will be ready in a minute.
following me to my home, the dog led me straight into town. Upon arrival, he pulled me to the snooker hall, Text 6
which was packed with locals, all chatting, laughing and having a good time. And that was where I met my W:Isn't it interesting that some things have good meanings in some cultures and bad meanings in others?
first group of friends. My friend group had grown with more visits to town with the dog. I was grateful to M: What do you mean?
the little dog who pushed me forward. W:Well, for example, if you give somebody the " thumbs up" sign here in Scotland, it means
【导语】本文以一只小狗为线索展开，讲述了作者从坦桑尼亚来到不丹从事教学工作，在不丹因语 "good" or "OK". But if you do it in some parts of Italy or Eastern Europe, it means something bad.
M: What does it mean?
言障碍和自身羞涩难以结交新朋友，大部分时间都专注于工作。然而，一只头部相对于身体显得过
W:Trust me, you don't want to know! But that reminds me... when Indians shake their head from side to
大、模样可爱的小狗却每天来到作者的办公室，安静地陪伴在旁，与其他被老师轰走的待遇不同，
side, it means "yes"
作者并未驱赶它，小狗也总是默默注视着作者，二者间形成了独特的默契与陪伴。
M: Wow, that's confusing. What if you want to say "Hello" or "Goodbye" there?
【详解】1.段落续写：
W:I think you just wave normally.
①由第一段首句内容“随着时间的推移，这只小狗开始跟着我，渐渐成了我日常生活中不可或缺的
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一部分。”可知，第一段可描写小狗如何融入作者的日常，在上学、上课、午餐、加班等不同场景
M: Hey, Monica. I can't attend the meeting this afternoon. I have something more important to do.
中与作者相伴的情景。 W: All right. But can you attend the gathering at the restaurant this evening?
②由第二段首句内容“有一天，当这只狗把我领到镇上时，我在这里孤独的日子开始结束了。”可 M: Well, do you know when we are supposed to show up at the restaurant?
知，第二段可描写小狗带领作者到镇上，特别是斯诺克厅，让作者在这里结识朋友，从而改变孤独 W: David told everyone to be there by 7:00. He also said if any of us was going to be late, just call him.
状态的经过。 M: But I have been asked by Mr. Smith to drop off some packages at our head office. I'm not sure if I will
2.续写线索：作者与小狗日常相伴——小狗跟随作者上学、听作者上课、在外面等作者吃午餐、陪 be able to make it there on time.
加班的作者——小狗带领作者去镇上——小狗拉着作者进入斯诺克厅——作者在斯诺克厅结识朋友 W:If you are driving out to the head office now, you'd better call David. The traffic usually gets pretty heavy
during the time you come back.
——作者摆脱孤独
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3.词汇激活
M: Morning, Stacey. How was your weekend?
行为类
W: Really good, thanks. I went shopping with my eldest daughter. It was a great time for us.
①允许：allow/permit ②消失：disappear/fade away
M: That sounds nice. I didn't know you had children.
③玩得开心：have a good time/enjoy oneself ④为……做准备：prepare for/get ready for
W: I have three daughters and a son. My two younger daughters hate shopping and my son was at football
情绪类 with my husband all weekend.
①独自：alone/by oneself ②感激：grateful/thankful M: Did you buy much?
【点睛】【高分句型1】I’d see him on my walk to school, who was trying to keep pace with me. （运用 W. Yes. I bought a coat for each one of my children. I also bought a ring for my sister as it's her fiftieth
了关系代词who引导非限制性定语从句） birthday on Wednesday. I got myself some new gloves and a warm hat as it's been snowing so much lately.
【高分句型2】 And that was where I met my first group of friends.（运用了连接副词where引导表 M: That's a good idea. It's been so cold. I need some more warm clothes. I don't hate the cold, but I miss the
语从句） hot weather sometimes. I might go on holiday soon, somewhere warm.
W: Oh, that sounds wonderful! However, personally speaking, I quite like this time of year as it will be
录音材料 Christmas soon.
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W: It's January, and it's been raining the whole month. How long does the rainy season last here? W: Are you free this weekend? My company is hosting a charity marathon and they're looking for
M: About four months. It begins in early November and lasts until February. volunteers.
Text 2 M:Hmm, that sounds interesting, Emily. What's it all about?
W:Please pull over. I need to buy some drinks in that store. W: Well, we've got a conference to explain the details tonight but basically, it's to raise money to provide
M: I'm afraid I can't. Parking is not allowed here. some facilities for the nearby primary schools. Would you be interested in helping out? We provide all the
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W:My brother joined the army last year. M:Absolutely, count me in. What would I need to do?
M: Oh, what does he look like? Is he tall? W:We want people to help with the set-up, hand out water to runners, and manage the finishing line. There
W: He's tall and strong. are lots of options; you can take multiple jobs if you want to, depending on what's needed.
10M: Okay, I'd like to work the finishing line and go from there.
W: Great! It starts early. We're gathering around 4 a.m. The racers arrive from six to six-thirty to kick off at
seven. We should be finished in the early afternoon.
M: No problem. I'm an early riser.
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M: Many years ago, I taught a student named Tom who was from a very poor family. He was very smart and
never late with his homework. Every day at lunch I would see him go to the library instead of eating with
everyone else. When I asked him about it, he said that he would rather study than eat. At first, I thought this
was very good, but then I found out that he only did this because he could not afford to pay for lunch. I did
not want to upset him by telling him what I learned, so I brought extra food with me every day and told him
that my wife always packed me too much lunch because she was a chef at a restaurant and got food very
cheap. He took the extra food, and ate lunch with me even though he seemed embarrassed. Years later, 1
received a letter from Tom and it was full of thanks. He became a doctor and now travels to poor hospitals
around the world to help those in need.
