时间:2024-05-05
周尧 张梅 刘嫦云 刘佳 陈璐
第二部分阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5 分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、 D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
The Library of Birmingham
Documents, Heritage and Photography - Floor 4
There are millions of items in the collections, dating from the 12th century to the present day. For safe keeping and preservation, these are stored in environmentally-controlled conditions.
Birmingham Documents and Heritage Service house outstanding documents collections including the Boulton & Watt papers, the Hardman documents, and other collections of local, national and international importance. For further details of the collections see our website page.
Services
Library Services - including books for loan and reference, study facilities(设施), public computers, events and activities, library shop.
Gallery and displays
Skyline Viewpoint and roof gardens for views over the city
Conference facilities and meeting rooms for hire
Heritage research facilities for the study of local and community history, genealogy(家譜).
Wolfson Centre for Documentary Research for research using original documents and special library collections(appointments needed)
Admission
If you wish to view original documents, you will need to have a County Archives Research Network(CARN)ticket. You can use a CARN ticket that has been issued by another record office. If you do not have one already, you will need to bring with you forms of identification that include your name, address and signature. In addition, use of some resources in Documents, Heritage and Photography require you to be a member of the Library of Birmingham.
Opening Hours
Library opening hours:
Mon – Tue: 11am to 7pm
Wed – Fri: 11am to 5pm
For the opening hours for the Wolfson Centre for Documentary Research check the Library of Birmingham website.
21. Where can you get specific information about the collections?
A. Library shops. B. Record office.
C. Website page. D. Meeting rooms.
22. What is required to use resources in Documents, Heritage and Photography?
A. Bring with ID card. B. Make an appointment.
C. Register on the website. D. Be a member of the library.
23. When can you go to the library?
A. At 9:20am on Saturday. B. At 5:10pm on Tuesday.
C. At 6:30pm on Thursday. D. At 8:50am on Wednesday.
B
The Stockholm-based Swedish Academy announced on Thursday that American poet Louise Glück has won the 2020 Nobel Prize in Literature.
The Academy praised Glücks“unmistakable poetic voice, that with simple beauty makes individual existence universal.” Glücks works are known for exploring personal loss and tragedy (悲剧), especially in family life. She also draws on her own experiences, as well as subjects related to modern life and nature.
The Academys permanent secretary Mats Malm said he had spoken to Glück just before making the public announcement. “The message came as a surprise, but a welcome one as far as I could tell,”Malm told reporters.
The 77-year-old Glück is a professor of English at Yale University. She had no immediate public comment. Glück joins a handful of American poets who have received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Glück is also one of the few women honored with the literature prize. Only 16 women have won the Literature Prize since the Nobel awards began in 1901.
The work that first brought Glück wide attention was a collection of poems called“Firstborn,”published in 1968. From there, she soon became recognized“as one of the most outstanding poets in American contemporary literature,”the Nobel literature committee said. Anders Olsson is chairman of the literature committee. He described Glücks voice as“straightforward and uncompromising”, a signal that“this poet wants to be understood.”But her writing is also“full of humor and biting wit,” Olsson said.
Glücks poetry collections include“Descending Figure,” “Ararat”and“The Triumph of Achilles,”which was published in 1985 and won the National Book Critics Circle Award. Glück was also awarded an American Pulitzer Prize for poetry and was named Poet Laureate of the United States in 2003.
Drawing comparisons with other writers, the committee said Glück was like 19th-century American poet Emily Dickinson, in her“severity and unwillingness to accept simple tenets (原則)of faith”.
24. Which of the following are the themes of Louise Glück works?
A. War and women rights.
B. Music and historical figures.
C. Astronomy and environment.
D. Nature and household sufferings.
25. How did Louise Glück probably feel at winning Nobel Prize in Literature?
A. Calm. B. Fortunate. C. Expected D. Proud.
26. Why did Anders Olsson say those words in Paragraph 5?
A. To introduce the contents of Firstborn.
B. To appeal to people to understand Glück.
C. To tell the characteristics of Glück works.
D. To encourage readers to buy Glück works.
27. What is the following paragraph likely to focus on?
A. The introduction to Emily Dickinsons life.
B. The influence of Emily Dickinson on young writers.
C. The representative poems and prizes of Emily Dickinson.
D. The similarities between Louise Glück and Emily Dickinson.
C
There are many online learning platforms in the market that serve millions of people. Universities are also giving admission to online courses under computer science, engineering, mathematics, business, art, and personal development.
They show theres a huge need from people to learn online. The reason for this and rapid growth of the market with a lot of platform choices may be the rapid change of the world. Darren Shimkus, president of an online learning company, says,“The biggest question for learners is to figure out what skills are new, what they can do to compete best in the global market. Were in a world thats changing so quickly that skills that were important just three or four years ago are no longer useful. People are puzzled and dont know what they should be learning.”At this moment, online learning is becoming a huge catalyzer(催化劑)for people and companies to help get used to this rapid change in the world.
All the online learning companies have a large amount of user information which enables those platforms to use machine learning. Machine learning can personalize the content for each learner. For example, when a student repeatedly struggles with a question at the course, the platform can adjust the e-learning content to provide more detailed information to help the student.
Another strength is that people can arrange their schedules according to their convenience. And online courses prove a more affordable choice than traditional ones. Sometimes course materials, such as textbooks, are free for use online.
Its a fact that online learning will undoubtedly replace land-based learning in the future. Mobile platforms have given?admission to more people to benefit from online learning, and this has created rich information, then machine learning has given personalized solutions to the course content with using the rich information.
28. Why does online learning become more and more popular?
A. The high efficiency of courses.
B. The fast development of society.
C. The easy admission to top universities.
D. The existence of online learning platforms.
29. What can online learning help people in?
A. Adapting to a rapidly changing world.
B. Learning about the world changing fast.
C. Making their life more convenient.
D. Changing the world more quickly.
30. What are the third and fourth paragraphs mainly about?
A. The advantages of machine learning.
B. The resources of machine learning.
C. The convenience of machine learning.
D. The possibilities of using machine learning.
31. Which of the following can be the best title for the text?
A. The puzzles of online learners and their solutions
B. The application of machine learning and its future
C. The appearance of online learning and its strengths
D. The mixture of online learning and school learning
D
A new study has identified social connection as the strongest protective factor(因素)against depression. Significantly, results showed that even people with a genetic vulnerability(易受傷)to depression and those who have experienced early life hardship are less likely to develop depression if they have regular meaningful contact with other people.
Depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide and is treated with varying degrees of success using a range of different cures. Yet the authors of this study insist that the condition is still poorly understood, as a full investigation into the risk factors for depression has never been conducted.
To improve this, the researchers looked at data from 123,794 adults. Specifically, the authors examined information relating to the adults who displayed no symptoms of depression at the beginning, but who went on to develop clinical depression six to eight years later. This enabled the researchers to identify 106 lifestyle factors that appear to influence a persons risk of developing depression. They include sleep patterns, exercise habits, social connections, media use, diet, and environmental conditions.
Next, the team used a statistical analysis method to determine which of these risk factors had a causal relationship to depression and which were simply correlated with depression. Only a few of the original 106 lifestyle factors were found to be genuine risk factors, with social connection being the most significant.“The most evident factor was frequency of believing in others, but also visits with family and friends, all of which highlighted the important protective effect of social connection,”explained study author Jordan Smoller, associate chief for research at the Massachusetts General Hospitals Department of Psychiatry.
Meanwhile, a tendency to take daytime naps was also found to increase the risk of depression, although the authors say more research is needed to prove this. Similarly, the amount of time spent watching television appears to partly determine a persons chances of suffering from depression, yet the researchers say this may not have anything to do with screen time as watching TV could just be a substitute for being sedentary(久坐不動的), which has previously been identified as a risk factor for depression.
32. Why did the researchers carry out the study?
A. To explore the causes of depression.
B. To work out symptoms of depression.
C. To find out more ways to cure depression.
D. To prove the previous views about depression.
33. According to Jordan Smoller, which is the best way to deal with depression?
A. Keeping a balanced diet.
B. Living in the countryside.
C. Reading alone in the library.
D. Participate in birthday parties.
34. What does the underlined word“this”in the last paragraph refer to?
A. Taking daytime naps.
B. Suffering from depression.
C. A substitute for being sedentary.
D. The amount of time spent watching TV.
35. What is the text mainly about?
A. Depression is a major problem around the world.
B. Life sufferings dont necessarily bring about depression.
C. Depression can be prevented by associating with others.
D. There are many cases of successful treatment for depression.
(湖北省十堰市竹溪县第一高级中学周尧)
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选岀可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
A senior poverty relief official said on Friday that wealthier eastern provinces have bought farm products worth 2.7 billion yuan($381 million)from poor areas over the past month as part of a broader effort to help western regions remove poverty through promoting rural specialties. The move came after the novel coronavirus(新型冠状病毒)outbreak had stopped logistic chains, dampening sales of produce. 36
Chen told a news conference in Beijing that central authorities have made favorable policies. 37 Its easy access to financing for relating groups. A list of the products will be published and updated regularly at zgshfp.com.cn, he said.
38 The fight aimed at lifting the rural poor people out of poverty, as central authorities have promised to finish the task before the year end despite the aftershock of COVID-19.
Wu Hua, who oversees poverty relief projects at the anti-poverty office, said jobs are important to rural families as two-thirds of the family income is from working in cities. 39
And plans to arrange training sessions based on the results. Local authorities have ordered State-owned employers to rank job needs of rural workers. 40 And would use better finance terms.
Authorities will also assist them to reach urban factories through a“point-to-point”transportation program, created to carry migrants back to jobs in the cities through chartered trains or buses to avoid infections during travel, Wu added.
A. This year was the last year of Chinas poverty fight.
B. Encourage private businesses to hire them, Wu said.
C. Get more opportunities for foreign-invested enterprises.
D. And pushed many farmers to the edge of bankruptcy(破產).
E. The policies are: production, storage, transportation and sales of such products.
F. Authorities are trying to reduce the influence of the novel coronavirus.
G. He said the office will survey the job preferences of unemployed rural workers.
(四川省泸州市叙永县马岭中学校张梅)
第三部分语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Mara Soriano lost a very special teddy bear. When it was
41 last week during the move to a new apartment, she was 42 . The bear toy didnt cost a lot, but it contained a 43 of her late mothers voice telling her that she 44 her and was proud of her.
So she 45 on Facebook about the item lost in Vancouver, and the story behind it. Diagnosed(诊断)with cancer 10 years ago, Maras mother gave her daughter the bear as a gift in 2017. That bear was the last reminder of mother that she knew. “It was her 46 that I remembered growing up,”she said.
47 , the Internet did its thing and Maras search soon spread rapidly. Meanwhile, Mara was out searching. She
48 posters, following any possible leads. Actor Ryan Reynolds, a native of British Columbia, then posted an 49
for its safe return. He also 50 a huge incentive (鼓励) for the thief—a $5,000 51 . Then on Tuesday, two unnamed people 52 her the bear, safe and 53 .“Upon seeing her, I just burst into tears.”she continued.
Its a modern day miracle(奇跡)that would never have happened without social 54 . Now, shes sending thanks to those who helped with the 55 reunion(重聚).
(湖南省蓝山县第二中学刘嫦云)
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
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。
“Add Oil”is the literal English translation of the Chinese phrase“Jiāyóu”, which is used to express encouragement, 56
(excite), or support to others. Its used in sporting events 57
(encourage) a friend, and in many other conversations!
“Add Oil” has now been added 58 the Oxford English Dictionary. The Oxford English Dictionary entry(词条)describes the phrase as“chiefly Hong Kong English”, and notes its 59 (early)appearance in a book published back in 1964.
Some people believe that the phrase 60 (invent) at the Macau Grand Prix(澳门汽车大奖赛)during the 1960s, where the crowd would shout at the pit teams(加油团队)to “Add Oil!”to the racing cars. The meaning of the Chinese characters is to add(jiā)oil(yóu), which implies adding oil /fuel to an engine to fire 61 up.
In places such as Hong Kong, where a 62 (mix) of Chinese and English is 63 (common)used among friends, the English phrase often replaces the Chinese characters, and this is the reason 64 the phrase has been added to the dictionary.
The latest addition to Oxford English Dictionary is by no means a stand-alone. Other Chinese phrases that 65 (enter)everyday English include“long time no see”and“no can do”.
(广东省潮州市南春中学黄桂丹)
第四部分写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
假定你是李华,你的英国朋友Lisa下个月要来中国当交换生,她向你请教如何使用移动支付功能,请你回复邮件,内容包括:
1. 表示欢迎;
2. 简要介绍;
3. 提供建议。
注意:写作词数应为80左右。
(深圳市宝安中学 陈 璐)
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。
Sophie was dressed and all ready for her very first dance recital. When she started dance class last year, she didnt know about the recital. She heard people talk about the recital but she didnt know what it was. The recital was a chance for all of the parents and grandparents to see the dance students dance. It was at the high school every year and Sophie was going to dance on the stage in front of everyone. She did not like the thought of that. It scared her.
Yesterday she practiced her dance for the first time on the stage. There were only a few moms watching so it wasnt too bad. Everything went so well that she prayed the formal recital would be performed successfully. But the thought of dancing in front of lots of people tonight was really scary.
“All ready to go?”Mom asked in a gentle voice.
“Yes. I guess,”Sophie said, her head drooping(下垂)down.
“You dont sound like you are ready. Whats wrong?”
“I dont know. I dont feel so good. Im kind of afraid.”
Mom sat on the edge of Sophies bed.“Remember yesterday when you practiced and I was right in the front row? You did just fine!”
“But today there will be so many people!”Sophie muttered to herself with tears almost rolling down.
“When you go out on the stage, you just look right where I was sitting yesterday. I will be in that same seat. You just look at me and it will be just like yesterday! Lets go!”
“What about the rest of the family?”Sophie asked, looking at her Mom, full of expectation.
“They are coming in the other car. We have to be there a little early.”
Sophie thought about what her mom said all the way to the high school. She kept reminding herself to be confident and tried her best to be calm. Mom was always right, but Sophie wasnt sure about this time. She still hated the thought of dancing in front of all those people.
注意:
1. 續写词数应为150左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Finally, it was time for her to dance.
There Mom was! Right in the front row!
(深圳市高级中学东校区刘佳)
参考答案
第二部分阅读
第一节
(A)本文介绍了伯明翰图书馆的馆藏内容、服务项目、入馆须知和开馆时间。
21. C 22. D 23. B
(B)本文是一篇新闻报道。介绍了美国女诗人露易丝·格吕克获得了2020年诺贝尔文学奖。
24. D 25. A 26. C 27. D
(C)这是一篇说明文,介绍了网上学习的兴起和优势。
28. B 29. A 30. A 31. C
(D)本文是说明文。研究人员通过对抑郁症的成因进行研究,发现社交能有效预防得抑郁症。
32. A 33. D 34. B 35. C
第二节
本文主要介绍了中国政府在遇到全球性的新型冠状病毒时,为脱贫攻坚的完成所采取的系列措施。
36. D 37. E 38. A 39. G 40. B
第三部分语言运用
第一节
Mara Soriano在搬家时丢掉了对她来说尤为重要的一个玩具泰迪熊。玩具熊里录制有她已故母亲的声音,这是母亲留给她唯一的念想。幸运的是,在网友们的帮助下,她与熊最终快乐团聚了。
41. D 42. B 43. A 44. D 45. B 46. A 47. C 48. A 49. D 50. A 51. C 52. B 53. C 54. B 55. D
第二节
本文主要讲述“加油”这个汉语词最近被《牛津英语词典》收录,以及英语中出现“加油”的历史和原因。
56. excitement 57. to encourage 58. to 59. earliest 60. was invented 61. it 62. mixture 63. commonly 64. why 65. have entered
第四部分写作
第一节
Dear Lisa,
Hearing that you intend to come to China as an exchange student next month, I am writing to express my warm welcome and to keep you informed of the mobile payment widely used in China.
Featuring high efficiency and great convenience, mobile payment is popularly regarded as one of“The New Four Great Inventions”that change China. First thing first, downloading apps related to mobile payment is a must to begin your journey of cashless life. With your deposit card connected to your Alipay or Wechat account, you are completely free from taking your purse with you. Chances are that you will find yourself accustomed to using the mobile payment before you know it!Nevertheless, to guarantee your safety, it is highly suggested that you set the password carefully and keep it in mind.
Dont hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. Cant wait to meet you in China!
Yours,
Li Hua
第二節
参考范文
Finally, it was time for her to dance. Welcomed warmly by the audience present, Sophie stepped on the stage nervously. While dancing to the music, she glanced quickly at the front row, only to find the seat empty.“Where is Mom? She promised to be there!”So anxious was Sophie that she almost forgot her next dance move. However, she adjusted herself in no time, contained her uneasiness, and continued her performance with her eyes searching for Mom.
There Mom was!Right in the front row!Mom smiled at her and waved hands towards her. Overwhelmed with joy and delight, Sophie followed the other girls and danced confidently as yesterday. The rest of the family and other viewers stood up and applauded as soon as the recital ended. As the light dimmed, Sophie ran off the stage and rushed to her Mom,“I make it, Mom. Thanks for your support.”Mom laughed, hugging Sophie tightly, “ Sweetie, it is yourself that you need to be grateful to. I am so proud of you!”
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