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A. Make a visit to museums and art galleries.
襄阳四中 2024 级高二年级上学期期中考试
B. Visit the National Air and Space Museum.
英语试卷 C. Take photos at the places she will visit.
听材料，回答问题。
一、听力：本大题共20小题，共30分。
12.What place is the man interested in?
1.听对话，选出最佳选项。What does the woman think of the boots?
A. The hotel. B. The gas station. C. The coffee houses.
A. A bit tight. B. Quite long. C. Too soft.
13.What is opposite the shopping center?
2.听对话，选出最佳选项。How much is a medium cup of coffee in Green Cafe?
A. A gas station. B. A school. C. A park.
A. $3. B. $2. C. $1.
14.How far away is the hotel?
3.听对话，选出最佳选项。How did the man know the ending of the film?
A. 500 meters. B. 200 meters. C. 100 meters.
A. He just guessed it. B. He has watched the film.
听材料，回答问题。
C. He read the book in advance.
15.When does the conversation take place?
4.听对话，选出最佳选项。What are the speakers doing?
A. At the beginning of a term. B. In the middle of a term.
A. Cooking. B. Shopping. C. Planting.
C. At the end of a term.
5.听对话，选出最佳选项。Where are the two speakers?
16.Why does the man look worried?
A. In a company. B. On a bus. C. In a lift.
A. He canˈt finish his paper. B. He did badly in chemistry.
听材料，回答问题。
C. He failed a physics test.
6.What is the possible relationship between the speakers?
17.What does the woman suggest the man do?
A. Strangers. B. Colleagues. C. Teacher and student.
A. Join a study group. B. Drop out of the physics class.
7.What is the man?
C. Ask Smith for help after school.
A. A trader. B. A student. C. A receptionist.
听材料，回答问题。
8.Where is the woman from?
18.Who were included in the Wilsonsˈ "extended family"?
A. Brazil.B. England. C. Australia.
A. People from the neighboring town.
听材料，回答问题。
B. People in the neighborhood.
9.What do we know about the woman?
C. Their uncles and aunts.
A. She likes gardening.
19.How many generations does the Wilsonsˈ party include?
B. She will stay in the hotel alone.
A. One. B. Two. C. Three.
C. She will stay in the hotel for five days.
20.What is the speaker mainly talking about?
10.What might the man be?
A. A couple who spend Thanksgiving with non-family-members.
A. A hotel clerk. B. A travel agent. C. A tour guide.
B. A couple who travel around to celebrate Thanksgiving.
11.What does the man advise the woman to do?
C. A couple who spend Thanksgiving with their family.A. To introduce a city. B. To attract authors.
二、阅读理解：本大题共15小题，共37.5分。 C. To advertise books. D. To promote a fair.
A B
SIBF is one of the largest and most anticipated book fairs in the world. It is held annually in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, Auntie Ngeam is one of a third generation of indigo craftswoman(靛蓝工匠) in a family from the Phuan, a people known for
and attracts a wide range of sellers from around the globe, selling books in all languages and kinds. their handmade textiles(纺织品). A large Phuan community settled in Phrae in northern Thailand in the late 19th century and
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brought their indigo craftsmanship with them.
The Sharjah International Book Fair this year will be held from Wednesday, November 20 to Sunday, December 15, at
Auntie Ngeam took over a small business from her parents more than 30 years ago and has played a key role in updating
the Expo Centre Sharjah.
Thailandˈs indigo clothing over the past decade. "Every shop on the street had plain blue shirts, so I started thinking about
Tips for Visitors
how I could stand out," she says. "I tried using indigo to tie-dye(扎染) modern clothes." Now in Thai markets across the
＊Be prepared to bargain with the sellers, especially if you are buying multiple ones.
country, the indigo tie-dyed clothes have become a phenomenon.
＊Bring a reusable water bottle and snacks, as food and drinks can be quite expensive at the fair.
Auntie Ngeam also works together with the local government to promote the local indigo industry via tie-dye
＊Make a list of the books you want to buy ahead of time, so you will spend less time on selection.
workshops among tourists. For the past six years, the town has hosted the Phrae Craft festival, showing small, independent
＊Take advantage of the events and activities offered at reasonable prices, such as author talks, workshops, and cultural
indigo craftsmenˈs work. The festival is run by Nanthanit Boyd, a former student of Auntie Ngeamˈs. Today, Boyd is
performances.
pushing the boundaries of indigo textile fashion, bringing designs to the world stage.
Other Useful Information for Visitors
With the increasing acceptance of indigo craftsmanship among young people, intergenerational indigo businesses have
＊The fair is open to the public and admission is free.
become ubiquitous in Phrae. Banmatjai Indigo Workshop is one of such growing businesses, which was opened by the
＊There is a childrenˈs play area located on-site.
women of the Suchanok family 10 years ago, when the eldest daughter Chidchanok Suchanok returned home after
＊The fair is open from 10am to 10pm daily.
graduation, "I wondered why my generation wasnˈt appreciating indigo," Chidchanok says. "Itˈs our heritage and a local
＊The fair is wheel chair accessible.
resource."
Transportation
Phrae has been reborn as a craft center, bringing more jobs to the locals and attracting both domestic and international
The Expo Centre Sharjah is located on Airport Road, approximately 15 minutes from Sharjah International Airport. There
travelers. "The creativity is already here; all we need to do is make it shine brighter so people can see it," says Boyd.
are a number of ways to get to the fairgrounds, including rail, taxi, bus and car, among which rail is the fastest and most
24.What can we learn about Auntie Ngeam?
popular.
A. She enjoys touring all over the country.
21.What can visitors do at the fair?
B. She pioneers the indigo tie-dyed clothes.
A. Taste free snacks. B. Sell their used books.
C. She is the founder of her family business.
C. Watch performances. D. Buy discounted books.
D. She is in charge of the Phrae Craft festival.
22.Which of the following is a characteristic of the fair?
25.What does the underlined word "ubiquitous" in Paragraph 4 mean?
A. It is open 24 hours. B. It provides childcare service.
A. Private. B. Widespread. C. Challenging. D. Conventional.
C. It is disability-friendly. D. It charges very little for entry.
26.What can be inferred about the indigo industry from Boyd?
23.What is the purpose of the text?A. It unites the local communities. C. To give aid to local education.
B. It guarantees the locals a richer life. D. To qualify and recognize ecotour guides.
C. It deserves to be further promoted. 29.What may be the suggestion from the CARE program for visiting sensitive areas?
A. Leave as little impact as possible. B. Save as much wildlife as possible.
D. It appeals to the younger generation.
27.Which is the most suitable title for the text? C. Reasonably arrange travel routes. D. Fully respect local cultural customs.
A. Rapid Development of Phraeˈs Tourism 30.What is Heidtˈs attitude towards the CARE program?
A. Objective. B. Approving. C. Opposed. D. Uninterested.
B. Exploration of the History of Indigo Industry
31.Which of the following is the best title for the text?
C. Revolutionary Progress: the Tomorrow of Phrae
A. Tending to Sensitive Coastal Areas
D. From Tradition to Trend: Phraeˈs Indigo Industry
B. Starting a CARE Certification Journey
C
C. Backing up Ecotourism in Georgia
On a clear sunny day on the Georgia coast, ecotour guide Rene Heidt leads her guests on her boat through a narrow D. Reaching out to Ecotourism Supporters
waterway. Unbroken grasses reach overhead, and thereˈs no building, power line, or cell tower in sight. Itˈs a perfect location
D
for visitors to view a nearby mudflat(泥滩), where roughly 300,000 shorebirds, including the roseate spoonbill and the
In these days of electronic everything, youˈd think that most businesses wouldnˈt be using paper cheques(支票) any more. In
whimbrel, come to eat, rest, and nest every year.
fact, for most businesses, paper cheques are still a thing. As many as one in three business deals are paid this way and 81% of
Heidt has had a 15-year career as an ecotour guide and much of what she shares on the tours comes from her
firms in the US are still using paper cheques to settle some of their bills.
experiences. But more recently, the University of Georgiaˈs Coastal Awareness and Responsible Ecotourism(CARE)
Stop the eye-rolling because yeah, we know electronic payments are quicker to make, authorize and complete, and they
certification(认证) program has been designed to support ecotour guides like Heidt, helping improve the information they
ˈre easier to track and report. They save paper and are good for the environment. Theyˈre more secure, efficient and cost less.
share with tourists. The program offers up-to-date educational material and training to ecotour guides and provides
They can be made and approved from anywhere. A growing number of businesses not only prefer electronic payments, but
certification that confirms their devotion to preserving the habitats.
are requiring customers to do this. Even Microsoft recently announced that it would no longer accept paper cheques from its
While providing knowledge about Georgiaˈs natural resources, the CARE program also discusses how to visit some
partners.
sensitive areas responsibly. Now, when Heidt gives boating tours, she rows with a light touch, moving almost silently across
But still... Iˈm going to miss the paper cheque. Iˈve always enjoyed the circumstance of the biweekly cheque run and the
the water. When she shares facts about wildlife with her guests, she doesnˈt speak louder than whispers. Actually, itˈs a skill
grandest part is the final approval evidenced by the ultimate proof of authority: the signature. Some of my clients take delight
Heidt must have perfected in her previous career. "The program changes the way I give tours. It helps me to be more mindful
in the opportunity to examine and sign every cheque because thereˈs no better example of power than this. Paper cheques are
of a boatˈs influence on the very thing we are trying to teach people about," she recalled.
not only a written form of contracts favored by firms throughout history but also a form of marketing where companies can
Getting trained through the CARE program also benefits Heidtˈs business. According to Heidt, the program allows her to
proudly display their logos. They are clear evidence of stability and reliability.
learn more about this environment. And thatˈs knowledge she passes along to her guests. "Itˈs a fantastic coast," she says.
Unfortunately, the writing is on the wall for the paper cheque. And that makes me sad. According to the Small Business
"And itˈs important to share its beauty with others to help them realize that it is worth protecting."
Administration, the majority of small business owners are over the age of 50. We grew up with Swanson TV Dinners,
28.Why was the CARE program launched?
A. To offer the latest tour news. hockey without helmets(头盔) and appointed smoking sections in airplanes. Weˈll retire and younger generations will bury
us along with our chequebooks.
B. To share and publicize travel experience.We know this will unavoidably change. For now, many businesses in the US are still relying on paper cheques to pay. Yes, together, and led an organized series of cheers. (38) These yell leaders not only lifted fansˈ spirits, but also helped
theyˈre inefficient and costlier. But please be patient. Allow me to have this one little enjoyment while it lasts. manage the crowds. By 1903, one of the first official all-male clubs was established.
32.What phenomenon does the author describe in paragraph 1? In 1923, the University of Minnesota admitted women into its cheering team, although men continued to control the
A. Doing business is increasingly difficult. sidelines for many years. As world wars broke out, large numbers of men entered the military. (39) They introduced new
B. Paper cheques are still in use in business. things such as acrobatics(杂技) and the now-characteristic pom-poms(绒球). Over the next decade, the organization of teams
C. Everything is going electronic in the US. grew rapidly. In 1948, the National Cheerleaders Association was established and later national cheerleading teams also
D. Most American firms fail to pay the bills. appeared.
33.What does Microsoftˈs decision indicate? (40) Encouragingly, the International Olympic Committee finally confirmed it as a sport in 2021, paving the way for
A. The growing trend of shifting to electronic payments. eventual Olympic participation. Today, cheerleading attracts over three million participants across the United States and
B. The change in forms of cooperation in big companies. continues to develop as both a sport and a cultural activity.
C. The potential comeback of paper cheques in the market. A．But this image is not how it all began.
D. The popularity of electronic payments among customers. B．Thus, the sport was forgotten for short periods.
34.What does the author intend to do in paragraph 3? C．Therefore, women took up the unfilled positions.
A. Defend his preference. B. Introduce a new concept. D．Many historians mark this event as the sportˈs birth.
C. Call for readersˈ support. D. Promote an old tradition. E．This change, however, was a turning point for the sport.
35.Why does the author mention Swanson TV Dinners and hockey without helmets? F．Inspired by this, more US leader groups were soon formed.
A. To emphasize the outdated nature of past trends. G．Despite these, cheerleading was officially unrecognized for long.
B. To suggest the reliability of traditional methods.
四、完形填空：本大题共15小题，共15分。
C. To show his attachment to old-school practices.
While high school does not generally encourage students to explore new aspects of life, college sets the stage for that
D. To stress his resistance to technological changes.
exploration. I myself went through this (41) process and found American Sign Language(美式手语) changed my (42)
三、阅读七选五：本大题共5小题，共7.5分。 at college for the better.
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。 I never felt an urge to (43) any sign language before. The spoken language was enough in all my interactions with
Cheerleading, a sport about organized cheering and dancing in support of a sports team, is one of Americaˈs oldest, but my family and friends. Little did I know that I would discover my (44) for ASL.
often undervalued sports. Many now connect the sport with energetic high school teams or professional teams on the The story began when I watched the ASL Club (45) their translation of a song. Both the hand movements and the
sidelines. (36) There have been significant changes over time. idea of communicating without speaking (46) me. What I saw was completely unlike anything I had experienced in the
Now widely seen as a female-led activity, cheerleading was led by males at first. In 1869, during the first American past. This newness just left me (47) more.
football match between Princeton University and Rutgers University, Princeton students celebrated their victory by yelling After that, feeling the need to (48) further, I decided to drop in on one of ASL clubˈs meetings. I only learned how to
"Boom! Ah!" repeatedly. (37) (49) the alphabet(字母表) that day. Yet instead of being discouraged by my (50) progress, I was excited. I then made it
By comparison, another sto ry places its beginning at a game between Princeton University and the University of a point to (51) those meetings and learn all I could.
Minnesota on November 2, 1898. A medical student named Johnny Campbell took a loudspeaker, brought thousands of fansThe following semester, I (52) an ASL class. The professor was deaf and any talking was (53) . I soon realized that Equally important is to train emerging talents for the promotion and continuity of Thangka painting. In recent years,
silence was not unpleasant. Instead, if there had been any talking, it would have (54) us to learn less. Now, I appreciate numerous Thangka schools, studios and university programs (63) (establish) to attract young people to this tradition.
silence and the (55) way of communication it opens. With the joint efforts, Xizang is fostering innovative development in Thangka painting, (64) (breathe) new life into this
41.A. planning B. searching C. natural D. formal ancient art form, which is a living testament to Chinaˈs (65) (commit) to cultural diversity.
42.A. experience B. progress C. major D. opinion
43.A. select B. analyze C. create D. learn 六、写作(共40分)
44.A. concern B. passion C. request D. goal 66.假定你是李华，你班英语课前要增设一个环节。外教Steven提出“Introduce an inspiring saying”和“Share an
45.A. performing B. recording C. assessing D. discussing unforgettable experience”两个选项供大家选择。请给Steven写一封邮件，内容包括：
46.A. disturbed B. distracted C. fascinated D. embarrassed (1)你的选择；
47.A. showing B. acting C. talking D. wanting (2)说明理由。
48.A. exercise B. explore C. exchange D. explain 注意：
49.A. clarify B. read C. sign D. count (1)词数80左右；
50.A. slow B. remarkable C. steady D. obvious (2)可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
51.A. chair B. sponsor C. attend D. structure Dear Steven,
52.A. missed B. passed C. gave up D. registered for _______________________________________________________________________________
53.A. prohibited B. welcomed C. ignored D. repeated _______________________________________________________________________________
54.A. required B. caused C. expected D. allowed Yours sincerely,
55.A. easy B. popular C. new D. quick Li Hua
第II卷（非选择题） 67.阅读下面短文，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。
五、语法填空：本大题共1小题，共15分。 My friend Jane, a cheerful, humorous and outgoing person, worked for a charity. One day in early December, she
56.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。 called, saying she was putting together some people to sing inspiring holiday songs to some unfortunate families and chat
The 1,300-year-old Thangka art, a painting skillfully crafted on woven(编织的) material, is an illustrated encyclopedia with them at Christmas to cheer them up. Jane invited my husband and me to join them.
of Tibetan culture and stands (56) an important part of Chinaˈs intangible cultural heritage for its artistic value. Although I hadnˈt sung in any choir(合唱团) for years, I always enjoyed singing. I was confident with proper
"Traditionally, the subjects (57) (express) in Thangka masterpieces include local culture and Tibetan medicine," said songbooks, much rehearsal(排练) time, a good director, and a guitar, we would be great. I told Jane weˈd be happy to join
Goinqogyai, a fifth-generation Thangka artist from Lhatse County. With over three decades of experience, he can find her choir.
inspiration in all art (58) (form) for creating Thangka artwork. In 2016, he went to Tsinghua University for further But as she described her plan, my enthusiasm reduced. Jane felt one rehearsal would be enough, and since nobody in the
theoretical study on traditional Chinese painting. group played the guitar, our voices would be enough. She didnˈt know what weˈd be singing, but sheˈd come up with
Soon after Goinqogyai (59) (determined) attempted to apply the realistic techniques of traditional landscape and bird something. I had always admired her free spirit, but I doubted her plan, already regretting my quick decision and worrying.
paintings to Thangka art, he was thrilled at (60) enabled him to develop a fresh approach to presenting snow-covered Then, what was worse, Jane called one afternoon, saying our rehearsal would have to be canceled because two members
mountains, lakes and forests. (61) (observe) nature up close, he often takes trips to the wild to photograph mountains, got sick, and provided a list of simple songs for us to practice singing at home. She told me everything would be fine, her
lakes and forests, (62) he reproduces later with ink and brushes. enthusiasm never weakening.I tried not to be doubtful or worried. However, I could hear holiday songs played in stores, parks, etc. How could we 书展对残疾人友好。
possibly compete with so many perfect holiday songs? At home, my husband and I busily decorated our house for our 3. 本文是一则书展介绍，包括时间、地点、游览建议和交通方式，旨在向读者宣传该书展。
holiday and occasionally set aside some time for our song practice. 24~27.【答案】B、B、C、D
Before long, the choirˈs singing date arrived. That day, Jane, together with five of us, drove toward our first destination. 【文章大意】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了靛蓝工艺在泰国Phrae地区的复兴和发展，特别是通过Auntie Ngeam
We would be visiting an old couple who lived alone, the wife had been receiving cancer treatments. I was worrying whether 和她的学生们的努力，将传统技艺与现代设计结合，推动了当地靛蓝产业的发展，并吸引了国内外游客。
our performance would help make their day. 1. 根据第二段Auntie Ngeam所说的I started thinking about how I could stand out（我开始思考怎样才能脱颖而出）以
Soon, we walked through the snow and reached a small, simple house. 及I tried using indigo to tie-dye（扎染）modern clothes.（我尝试用靛蓝扎染现代服装。）可知，Auntie Ngeam开创
注意： 了靛蓝扎染衣服。
(1)续写词数应为150左右；
2. 根据第四段With the increasing acceptance of indigo craftsmanship（随着靛蓝工艺越来越被接受）和Banmatjai
(2)请按如下格式在相应位置作答。
Indigo Workshop is one of such growing businesses（Banmatjai靛蓝作坊就是这样一家成长中的企业）可推知，靛蓝企
Paragraph 1:
业现在较为普遍，故划线词ubiquitous意为“普遍存在的”，与Widespread“普遍的”词义最为接近。
An old man who looked serious opened the door.
3. 根据最后一段Boyd所说的all we need to do is make it shine brighter so people can see it（我们需要做的就是让它更
Paragraph 2:
加明亮，这样人们就能看到它）可推知，靛蓝产业值得进一步推广。
After ten minutesˈ cheerful conversation, we began our first song.
4. 通读全文可知，本文主要讲述了靛蓝工艺在泰国Phrae地区的复兴和发展，特别是通过Auntie Ngeam和她的学生
们的努力，将传统技艺与现代设计结合，推动了当地靛蓝产业的发展，并吸引了国内外游客，即介绍了靛蓝工艺的
传承、创新和流行，故D选项“从传统到趋势：靛蓝产业”中tradition和trend两个词能够概括全文。
28~31.【答案】D、A、B、C
【文章大意】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了生态导游Rene Heidt通过参与乔治亚大学的CARE认证项目，提升了
她的生态旅游服务质量和环保意识，以更负责任的方式向游客介绍乔治亚海岸的自然美景和生态保护的重要性。
参考答案
1. 由文章第二段“The program offers up-to-date educational material and training to ecotour guides and provides
certification that confirms their devotion to preserving the habitats."（该计划为生态导游提供最新的教育材料和培训，并
听力1-20。 ACABC ABCCA BCBAB CABCA
提供认证，以确认他们对保护栖息地的贡献。）可知，CARE认证项目是为了使生态导游取得资格以及认可。故选
21~23.【答案】D、C、D
D。
【文章大意】本文是一篇应用文，主要介绍了在阿拉伯联合酋长国沙迦举行的年度沙迦国际书展（SIBF），它是世
2. 由文章第三段“Now, when Heidt gives boating tours, she rows with a light touch, moving almost silently across the
界上最大的、最受期待的书展之一，吸引了来自全球的广泛卖家，出售各种语言和类型的书籍。文中还提供了参观
water. When she shares facts about wildlife with her guests, she doesnˈt speak louder than whispers. Actually, itˈs a skill
者的一些建议和实用信息，以及如何到达展览中心的交通信息。
Heidt must have perfected in her previous career. “The program changes the way I give tours. It helps me to be more
1. 根据Tips for Visitors部分Be prepared to bargain with the sellers...（准备好与卖主讨价还价......）可知，书展上图
mindful of a boatˈs influence on the very thing we are trying to teach people about.”(现在，当海特带领游客划船时，她
书可以讨价还价，因此游客可以买到打折的书。
会轻轻划桨，几乎无声无息地划过水面。当她与客人分享有关野生动物的事实时，她说话的声音并不比耳语大。事
2. 根据Other Useful Information for Visitors部分The fair is wheel chair accessible.（书展是轮椅无障碍的。）可知，
实上，这是海蒂在她以前的职业生涯中磨练出来的技能。“这个项目改变了我带游客的方式。它帮助我更加注意到
船对我们试图教给人们的东西的影响。) 可知，Heidt在带领游客游览时小心翼翼，尤为当心游览过程中给生态环境带来的影响，可以推断CARE项目让导游和游客在旅行过程中尽可能降低对生态环境的影响。故选A。 批准得到了最终的权威证明：签名。）讲到作者对签支票的喜爱以及Some of my clients take delight in the
3. 由文章第三段“The program changes the way I give tours. It helps me to be more mindful of a boatˈs influence on the opportunity to examine and sign every cheque because thereˈs no better example of power than this. （我的一些客户很高
very thing we are trying to teach people about. ”(这个项目改变了我带游客的方式。它帮助我更加注意到船对我们试图 兴有机会检查并签署每一张支票，因为没有比这更好的权力例子了。）提到客户签支票时带来的喜悦，还有纸质支
教给人们的东西的影响。)可知，CARE program改变了Heidt的导游方式，帮助她更加注重对海岸带的保护，以及 票的好处They are clear evidence of stability and reliability.(它们是稳定性和可靠性的明显证据。）以及支票对公司的
文章最后一段，Heidt也认为海岸带需要也值得保护，可知她对于该项目是支持的态度。故选B。 宣传作用companies can proudly display their logos.（公司可以自豪地展示其标志的一种营销形式)，说明纸质支票存
4. 根据文章第二段 But more recently, the University of Georgiaˈs Coastal Awareness and Responsible Ecotourism (CARE) 在的理由, 可知作者是在为自己对纸质支票的喜爱进行辩护。
certification（认证）program has been designed to support ecotour guides like Heidt, helping improve the information they 4. 根据倒数第二段中Unfortunately, the writing is on the wall for the paper cheque. （不幸的是，纸质支票的命运已成定
share with tourists. （但是最近，佐治亚大学的海岸意识和负责任的生态旅游认证（CARE）项目被设计用来支持像 局。这让我很难过。）以及We grew up with Swanson TV Dinners, hockey without helmets（头盔）and appointed
Heidt这样的生态导游，帮助他们改善与游客分享的信息。）以及最后一段 itˈs important to share its beauty with smoking sections in airplanes. Weˈll retire and younger generations will bury us along with our chequebooks.（我们在斯旺
others to help them realize that it is worth protecting.”（与他人分享它的美丽，帮助他们意识到它值得保护，这一点很 森电视晚餐、不戴头盔的曲棍球和飞机上指定的吸烟区中长大。我们将退休，年轻一代将把我们连同我们的支票簿
重要。”）可知，本文介绍佐治亚州立大学CARE项目提升了导游的生态旅游服务质量和环保意识，以更负责任的 一起埋葬。）可推知作者提到斯旺森电视晚餐和不戴头盔打曲棍球为了显示他对老派事物的热爱。
方式向游客介绍乔治亚海岸的自然美景和生态保护的重要性，为生态环境的保护提供支持。C项“支持乔治亚的生 36~40.【答案】A、D、F、C、G
态旅游”，符合题意。故选C。 【文章大意】本文是一篇说明文。介绍了啦啦队这一运动的起源和发展。
32~35.【答案】B、A、A、C 1. 下文There have been significant changes over time.（随着时间的推移，已经发生了重大变化。）说到发生了变化，
【文章大意】本文是说明文，主要讨论了尽管电子支付日益普及，纸质支票因其历史和情感价值仍被一些企业和个 所以选项A“但这张照片并不是一切开始的样子。”适合于下文之间呈现转折关系。
人所偏好，但也意识到其终将被时代淘汰的趋势这一现象。 2. 上文Now widely seen as a female-led activity, cheerleading was led by males at first. In 1869, during the first American
1. 根据第一段内容 In fact, for most businesses, paper cheques are still a thing. As many as one in three business deals are football match between Princeton University and Rutgers University, Princeton students celebrated their victory by yelling
paid this way and 81% of firms in the US are still using paper cheques to settle some of their bills.（事实上，对于大多数企 "Boom! Ah!" repeatedly.（啦啦队现在被广泛认为是一项女性主导的活动，最初是由男性领导的。1869年，在普林斯
业来说，纸质支票仍然是一种东西。多达三分之一的商业交易是以这种方式支付的，美国81%的公司仍在使用纸质 顿大学和罗格斯大学之间的第一场美式足球比赛中，普林斯顿的学生们反复地高呼“轰！啊!”）介绍了啦啦队最
支票来结算部分账单。）可知本段描述的现象是纸质支票仍然被广泛使用。 初的状态，选项D“许多历史学家将这一事件视为这项运动的诞生。”承接上文，说明这项运动的诞生。
2. 根据第二段内容Stop the eye-rolling because yeah, we know electronic payments are quicker to make, authorize and 3. 上文A medical student named Johnny Campbell took a loudspeaker, brought thousands of fans together, and led an
complete, and theyˈre easier to track and report. They save paper and are good for the environment. Theyˈre more secure, organized series of cheers.（一位名叫约翰尼·坎贝尔（Johnny Campbell）的医学院学生拿着扬声器，召集了数千名粉
efficient and cost less. They can be made and approved from anywhere. A growing number of businesses not only prefer 丝，并组织了一系列的欢呼。）介绍了由Johnny Campbell组织的粉丝一起欢呼；下文These yell leaders not only
electronic payments, but are requiring customers to do this. Even Microsoft recently announced that it would no longer lifted fansˈ spirits, but also helped manage the crowds.（这些啦啦队员不仅鼓舞了球迷的士气，还帮助管理了人群。）
accept paper cheques from its partners.（别再翻白眼了，因为我们知道电子支付的制作、授权和完成速度更快，而且 说到了啦啦队员的好处；选项F“受此启发，更多的美国领导团体很快成立。”承接上文的Johnny Campbell组织的
更容易跟踪和报告。他们节省纸张，对环境有好处。它们更安全、高效、成本更低。它们可以在任何地方制作和批 粉丝，继而出现了更多的美国领导团体；同时衔接下文的啦啦队员的好处。
准。越来越多的企业不仅喜欢电子支付，而且要求客户这样做。就连微软最近也宣布将不再接受合作伙伴的纸质支 4. 上文As world wars broke out, large numbers of men entered the military. （随着世界大战的爆发，大批男子参军。）
票。）可知微软的决定说明了转向电子支付的日益增长的趋势。 说到缺少男子的状况，选项C“因此，妇女占据了空缺的职位。”承接上文，说到缺少男子带来的结果。
3. 根据第三段中Iˈve always enjoyed the circumstance of the biweekly cheque run and the grandest part is the final approval 5. 上文In 1948, the National Cheerleaders Association was established and later national cheerleading teams also appeared.
evidenced by the ultimate proof of authority: the signature. （我一直很喜欢每两周一次的支票兑付，最重要的是最终的 （1948年，国家拉拉队协会成立，后来国家拉拉队也出现了。）选项G“尽管如此，啦啦队长时间未被官方认可。”与上文呈现让步关系，同时衔接下文Encouragingly, the International Olympic Committee finally confirmed it as “feeling the need to (8) further,”可知，作者想要探索更多，因此，第一次观看的新鲜感让作者想要更多地了解
a sport in 2021, paving the way for eventual Olympic participation.（令人鼓舞的是，国际奥委会最终在2021年将其确 美式手语。
定为一项运动，为最终参加奥运会铺平了道路。）说到国际奥委会最终认定了啦啦队这一运动。 8. 句意：在那之后，觉得有必要进一步探索，我决定去参加一个美国手语俱乐部的会议。A. exercise锻炼； B.
41~55.【答案】B、A、D、B、A、C、D、B、C、A、C、D、A、B、C explore探索； C. exchange交换； D. explain解释。根据后文I decided to drop in on one of ASL clubˈs meetings. I only
【文章大意】】本文是一篇记叙文。作者刚上大学时，开始探索生活中的新鲜事物。在这一过程中作者发现了美式 learned how to (9) the alphabet(字母表) that day.（我决定去参加一个美国手语俱乐部的会议。那天我只学会了用
手语，并被其吸引，于是开始学习。虽然刚开始的时候进展很慢，但是作者下定决心要学好这门课程。这一经历使 手语表达字母）可知，作者觉得有必要进一步探索美式手语，并开始学习手语。
得作者的大学生活更加丰富充实。 9. 句意:那天我只学会了用手语来表达字母。A. clarify澄清； B. read阅读； C. sign用手语表达； D. count计数。根
1. 句意：我自己也经历了这个寻找过程，发现美式手语让我的大学经历变得更好。A.planning计划；B.searching搜 据前文I decided to drop in on one of ASL clubˈs meetings.(我决定去参加一个美国手语俱乐部的会议。)可知,作者参加
索；C.natural自然的；D.formal正式的。根据“While high school does not generally encourage students to explore new 的是手语俱乐部的会议,自然学的就是手语,因此那天作者学会了用手语来表达字母。
aspects of life, college sets the stage for that exploration.（虽然高中通常不鼓励学生探索生活的新方面，但大学为这种 10. 句意：然而，我并没有因为进步缓慢而气馁，反而感到兴奋。A. slow缓慢的； B. remarkable显著的； C. steady
探索奠定了基础。）”中出现的explore和exploration可知，大学就是一个探索的过程,作者上大学后也也经历了寻 稳定的； D. obvious明显的。根据上文. I only learned how to (9) the alphabet(字母表) that day.提到那一天我只学会
找某种东西的过程。 了用手语表达字母，这说明我进步很慢。
2. 句意同上。A.experience经历；B.progress进步；C.major主修，专业；D.opinion观点。根据前文"found American 11. 句意：然后，我决定要参加这些会议，尽我所能学习。A. chair主持； B. sponsor赞助； C. attend参加； D.
Sign Language(美式手语) changed my"和后文"at college可知,上大学时作者发现了改变大学经历的美式手语。 structure组织。根据后文“and learn all I could”可知，作者尽可能学习，应该是参加这些会议。
3. 句意：我以前从未有过学习手语的冲动。A.select精选；B.analyze分析；C.create创造；D.learn学习。根据下文 12. 句意：接下来的一个学期，我注册了一门美国手语课。A. missed错过； B. passed通过； C. gave up放弃； D.
After that, feeling the need to (8) further, I decided to drop in on one of ASL clubˈs meetings. I only learned how to registered for注册；报名参加。 据后文“an ASL class . The professor was deaf（教授是个聋子）”可知，作者注册了
(9) the alphabet(字母表) that day.（那之后,觉得有必要进一步探索,我决定去参加一个美国手语俱乐部的会议。那天 手语课。
我只学会了如何表示字母表。)可知,作者在了解了这一种手语后,对此充满兴趣,想要了解更多,以前从未有过学习手 13. 句意：教授是个聋子，不许说话。A. prohibited禁止； B. welcomed欢迎； C. ignored忽视； D. repeated重复。
语的冲动，现在开始学习这美国手语。 根据后文“I soon realized that the silence was not unpleasant.（但我很快意识到这种沉默并非令人不快）”可知，课堂
4. 句意：我一点也不知道我会发现我对美国手语的热爱。A. concern关心； B. passion热爱； C. request请求； D. 上严禁讲话。
goal目标。根据后文After that, feeling the need to (8) further, I decided to drop in on one of ASL clubˈs meetings.（在 14. 句意：相反，如果有任何谈话，它会使我们学得更少。A. required要求； B. caused导致； C. expected期望； D.
那之后，觉得有必要进一步探索，我决定参加一个美国手语俱乐部的会议。）可知，作者现在开始热爱美国手语。 allowed允许。根据if there had been any talking及 learn less.可知，作者认为, 不说话挺不错的, 相反, 说话会让学习手
5. 句意：故事发生在当我观看美国手语俱乐部表演他们翻译的一首歌的时侯。A. performing表演；展示； B. 语学得更少。
recording记录； C. assessing评估； D. discussing讨论。根据后文Both the hand movements and the idea of 15. 句意：现在，我感激沉默和它开启的新的交流方式。A. easy容易的； B. popular流行的； C. new新的； D.
communicating without speaking (6) me.（手势和不用说话就能交流的想法让我着迷。） )可知,作者是被他们通过 quick快速的。根据上文“This newness just left me (7) more.”可知，对于听说健全的作者来说，这种交流方式
胶体语言来去演绎一首歌而吸引住了,因此他们是用美式手语表演了一首歌。
是全新的。
6. 句意：手势和不用说话就能交流的想法让我着迷。A. disturbed打扰； B. distracted使分心； C. fascinated使着迷； 56.as
D. embarrassed使尴尬。根据下文“After that, feeling the need to (8) further,（在那之后，我觉得有必要更进一步 57.expressed
探索），”可知，这次观看让作者着迷，所以才会想要探索更多。 58.forms
7. 句意：这种新鲜感让我想要更多。A. showing展示； B. acting行动； C. talking交谈； D. wanting渴望。根据下文 59.determinedly60.what This part can completely broaden our views by exposing us to diverse wisdom from various perspectives. For instance,
61.To observe students are expected to interpret and share insightful sayings with their peers, helping us better understand the English
62.which
language and its cultural context, which in turn sharpens our language skills. Specifically, by interpreting a motivational
63.have been established
saying like "Where there is a will, there is a way", students can be inspired to adopt a more positive mindset in both studies
64.breathing
and daily lives.
65.commitment
I firmly believe "Introduce an inspiring saying" will make our English class more vibrant and engaging. Thank you for
【解析】1. stand as是固定搭配，意为“作为……而存在 / 屹立”，故填as。
considering my suggestion!
2. 分析句子结构：主语为the subjects，谓语为include，空格处需填非谓语动词作定语修饰subject matters。subjects
与express是被动关系，故用过去分词作定语，故填expressed。
Yours sincerely,
3. form是可数名词，前面有all修饰，应用复数形式，故填forms。
Li Hua
4. 分析句子结构可知，此处应用副词修饰动词attempted，determined的副词形式是determinedly，故填 参考范文二
determinedly。 Dear Steven,
5. 分析句子结构可知，此处引导宾语从句，且在从句中作主语，指物，故填what。 I am writing to convey my preference for incorporating the "Share an unforgettable experience" part into our pre-class
6. 句意：为了近距离观察自然，他经常去野外拍摄山川、湖泊和森林，后来他用笔墨再现这些景象。根据句意可知， English activity.
此处应用动词不定式作目的状语，句首首字母大写，故填To observe。 Firstly, this activity provides a brilliant platform for us to practice and perfect our English-speaking skills. ①When
7. 分析句子结构可知，此处引导非限制性定语从句，先行词是mountains, lakes and forests，指物，在从句中作宾语， sharing our experiences, we need to organize our thoughts and express them in English, which definitely enhances our
故填which。 fluency and speaking skills. Secondly, these emotional narratives can bridge the gaps between classmates, enabling us to
8. 设空处是句子的谓语动词，in recent years是现在完成时的标志，且numerous Thangka schools, studios and develop a deeper bond with classmates. For example, students can share unforgettable experiences such as the sports meet
university programs与establish之间是被动关系，应用现在完成时的被动语态，主语为复数，故填have been and drama show. ②By listening to such stories, we can gain insights into different perspectives, thus fostering a sense of
established。 unity.
I'm confident this part will bring more fun to the pre-class English activity.
9. 分析句子结构可知， is fostering是谓语动词，空格处需填非谓语动词作伴随状语。Xizang与breathe是主动关系，
故用现在分词breathing，表示“为这一古老艺术形式注入新活力”。故填 breathing。
Yours sincerely,
10. 空格前为名词所有格China's，需用名词形式。commit的名词形式为commitment，表示“承诺”，不可数名词。
Li Hua
符合句意“是中国对文化多样性承诺的生动证明”。故填 commitment。
【解析】【思路点拨】
本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生向外教 Steven 表达对课前增设环节的选择及理由，以第一人称展开，时态以一
66.参考范文一
般现在时为主，写作时注意运用恰当衔接词，保证行文连贯。
Dear Steven,
Hearing of the idea of adding a new part before our English class, I'm writing to express my preference for "Introduce 【亮点词汇】
an inspiring saying". ①convey one's preference 表达某人的偏好；
②develop a deeper bond 建立更深的联系；【高分句型】 grand performance. The simple act of chatting, singing, and keeping company with them was enough to uplift their spirits.
①When sharing our experiences, we need to organize our thoughts and express them in English, which definitely enhances Joyfully, we said goodbye and drove to our next destination.
our fluency and speaking skills.（when引导的时间状语从句的省略形式、不定式作宾语、which 引导的非限制性定语 【原文大意】
从句） 本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了我加入合唱团唱歌，我们将去拜访一对独居的老夫妇，妻子一直在接受癌症治疗，
②By listening to such stories, we can gain insights into different perspectives, thus fostering a sense of unity.（动名词作宾 我们想用表演来帮助他们，我们穿过雪地，到达了那座简单的小房子。
语、现在分词作结果状语） 【段落续写】
【结构布局】 ①由第一段首句内容“一位神情严肃的老人开了门。”可知，本段可以描写作者去看望一对老夫妇，与他们交谈的
开头：表明对“ Share an unforgettable experience”这一环节的偏好 过程；
中间：从提升英语表达能力、增进同学间关系两个维度阐述选择理由，并结合例子说明 ②由第二段首句内容“十分钟愉快的谈话之后，我们开始唱第一支歌。”可知，本段可以描写我们为他们唱歌，这
结尾：表达对该环节的信心，认为其能为课前活动增添乐趣 对夫妇心情变好，含泪感谢我们；
【拓展词汇】 【续写线索】
①express oneself clearly 清晰地表达自己 看到客厅中的病人——我感到怜悯——我们解释来访目的——欢迎我们进来——谈论轻松的话题——情绪愉快起来
②promote class cohesion 促进班级凝聚力 ——我们唱歌——这对夫妇含泪感谢我们
③enrich class activities 丰富班级活动 【词汇激活】
【拓展句型】 行为类
①Not only can this activity improve our English proficiency, but it can also make our class atmosphere more lively. (这项活 ①欢迎：welcome/greet
动不仅能提升我们的英语水平，还能让课堂氛围更加活跃。) ②消失：melt away/disappear
②It is through sharing unforgettable experiences that we can better understand each other and build a more harmonious 情绪类
class. (正是通过分享难忘的经历，我们才能更好地理解彼此，构建更和谐的班级。) ①感激：gratitude/appreciate/thank
②快乐地：joyfully/merrily
67.参考范文：An old man who looked serious opened the door. He greeted us and guided us inside the house. In the living
【高分句型】
room, a woman seated on the sofa greeted us quietly. She looked pale, the table before her was littered with medicine, and
①Finally, all talked, including the couple, whose faces slowly lit up and my initial worries gradually melted away.（whose
there were no holiday decorations in the room. I couldn't help but feel a sense of pity, unsure of how to connect with the
引导非限制性定语从句）
couple in their difficult circumstances. To my relief, Jane cheerfully started the conversation, guiding it towards lighthearted
②Eventually, I realized they didn't need a grand performance.（省略的that引导宾语从句）
and enjoyable topics. Finally, all talked, including the couple, whose faces slowly lit up and my initial worries gradually
melted away.
After ten minutes' cheerful conversation, we began our first song. Smiling, the man wrapped his arm around his weak
wife, their eyes full of gratitude and hope. Our simple songs seemed so impressive that tears of joy ran down their cheeks,
and later, they even joined us in singing, with their faces now looking so peaceful. Eventually, I realized they didn't need a
