1 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why has the picnic been cancelled?

A．It has been raining.

B．The man has another plan.

C．The woman dislikes the picnic.

2. What did the man do just now?

A．He watched a game.

B．He played soccer.

C．He did an experiment.

3. How does the woman probably feel about the exhibition?

A．Uninterested.

B．Disappointed.

C．Excited.

4. Which of the following are shown in the exhibition?

A．Jewels.

B．Oil paintings.

C．Sculptures.

2 . Parents everywhere praise their kids. Jenn Berman, author of The A to Z Guide to Raising Happy, Confident Kids, says, “We’ve gone to the opposite extreme of a few decades ago when parents tended to be more strict.” By giving kids a lot of praise, parents think they’re building their children’s confidence, when, in fact, it may be just the opposite.     1    

Still, don’t go too far in the other direction.     2     Kids will feel like they’re not good enough or that you don’t care and, as a result, may see no point in trying hard for their accomplishments.

So what is the right amount of praise?     3     If praise is focused on the effort not the outcome, you can give it as often as your kid does something deserving a verbal (口头的) reward. For example, when a kid comes home excited with a great mark, say, “You deserve it! Your devotion and perseverance paid off.”     4    

Besides, remember to praise sincerely. Kids are more perceptive (有感知力的) than many adults realize, and they often can tell the difference between sincere and insincere praise. When kids sense your praise insincere, they assume you feel sorry for them or don’t understand them.     5    

A．By highlighting their hard work, we are teaching them that effort matters.

B．If this is the case, they will dismiss the praise, making it ineffective.

C．Not giving enough praise can be just as damaging as giving too much.

D．Too much praise can backfire and even make kids afraid to try new things.

E．Experts say that the quality of praise is more important than the quantity.

F．If so, they will be convinced that sincere praise is truly vital for their growth.

G．Verbally praising kids can boost their confidence and encourage positive behaviors.

3 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What is the talk mainly about?

A．A lecture on success.

B．A graduation ceremony.

C．A school award ceremony.

2. What kind of school is it?

A．A girls’ school.

B．A boys’ school.

C．A mixed school.

3. Who is quoted in the talk?

A．A sportsman.

B．A teacher.

C．A singer.

4. What does the speaker say is the most important?

A．Confidence.

B．Success.

C．Trying.

4 . Learning to forgive those who have “wronged us” may not always be easy, but it’s definitely worth it. Here’s why.

First, forgiveness has absolutely nothing to do with the other person at all. Forgiveness is about one thing and one thing only: it’s about how you feel. This is why it doesn’t matter if the offense was large or small. When you hold on to the anger, when you get stuck in blaming the other person and refuse to move on, you are hurting no one but yourself.

You may have been taught to “turn the other cheek”, which can be interpreted as letting those who have harmed you in some way walk all over you. Don’t fight back, and just let it happen. But is that really what we’re supposed to do? No. Forgiving is neither about playing the martyr (自我牺牲的人) or victim, nor about being a doormat (忍气吞声的人). You can forgive what others have done to you, but you should not sacrifice your own interests.

For example, should you let your colleague get away with taking credit for your work, while you sit in silence? No. First, you can choose to forgive his action so that you can calm down. Then you can calmly explain to your boss who actually did the work on that project, without seeming overly emotional or like you have any kind of agenda other than to set the record straight.

Of course, if it’s something trivial, you can just choose to forgive and let it go.

It’s important to note that this also (and especially) applies when it comes to forgiving yourself. Since thoughts of self-blame or self-hatred are the worst thoughts we can have, staying stuck in that vibration will cause more harm than any other emotion. Move into anger, stabilize there, and then move up the emotional scale until you gradually but consistently feel better. You owe it to yourself.

1. What is forgiveness mainly about according to the author?

A．Controlling our own feelings.	B．Making ourselves feel better.
C．Lessening the harm of an offence.	D．Repairing relationships with others.

2. How should we react if we’re harmed by others?

A．Turn the other cheek.	B．Calm down and let it go.
C．Ask for help from others.	D．Fight back in a proper way.

3. Which of the following can replace the underlined word “trivial” in paragraph 5?

A．unimportant

B．unique

C．unusual

D．uninteresting

4. What’s the text mainly about?

A．The way to get along well with others.

B．The importance of learning to forgive.

C．The reason to forgive ourselves.

D．The way to fight back against dishonest colleagues.

5 . The first way we learn to communicate is through body language—our facial expressions, our gestures and, when we’re older, our postures. Even after we figure out how to speak, this non-verbal communication still exerts (施加) a powerful and often unconscious influence over our interactions, people’s first impressions of us and even our impressions of ourselves.     1    .

Change how you feel

To de-stress: Forcing a smile can make running easier and tough tasks less stressful. One 2012 experiment found that a grin makes holding your hand in ice water more bearable.

To feel more confident:    2    . Striking this so-called power pose shortly before an interview or athletic contest can be particularly powerful for women, who tend to sit and stand in a way that takes up less space.

To persevere:    3    . In a 2008 study, students who sat with their arms crossed kept working on an impossible problem nearly twice as long as those with their arms at their sides.

Change how others feel

    4    : Studies show that holding someone’s gaze may help people think you’re trustworthy and intelligent. According to body language expert Carol Kinsey Goman, it can also make people think you’re a good listener.

To foster connections: Mirroring the facial expressions and gestures of the person you’re talking to can help them feel more comfortable. One 2011 experiment found this is an effective sales skill.

To engage or disengage: If you want to let someone know you’re listening, sit facing them with your full body, knees and shoulders pointed at them.    5    .

A．To come across as sincere

B．But if you want to spread tension, angle your body slightly away—facing full-on is confrontational(对抗性的) when things get heated

C．Here’s how to use body language to everyone’s benefit

D．Making your index finger(食指) and middle finger crossed can help you gather strength

E．To inform people

F．Standing like Wonder Woman—legs apart, hands on hips, chest up—may make you feel more powerful

G．Crossing your arms across your chest can help you persist in solving a problem

6 . 假定你是学校模拟联合国协会的一员。今年是中法建交60周年，近期习近平主席开启了对法国的第三次国事访问。热爱和平的你，想写一篇短文表达维护世界和平的重要意义。内容包括：
1.事件背景；
2.维护世界和平的意义；
3.对维护世界和平的号召。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

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7 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the man doing?

A．Attending a lecture.

B．Hosting a workshop.

C．Conducting an interview.

2. Why is Emily doing unpaid work in the new season of the show?

A．To follow the latest trend.

B．To help raise the crew’s pay.

C．To support the post-production.

3. What enables Emily to try different things in her field?

A．Her college education.

B．Her teaching experience.

C．Her family tradition.

4. What does Emily think of her work at the Film Centre?

A．Boring.

B．Rewarding.

C．Demanding.

8 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. Who is the speaker talking to?

A．Sports club members.

B．International tourists.

C．University students.

2. Where did Emma work for a rugby team?

A．In Manchester.

B．In Dublin.

C．In Vancouver.

3. What can be a challenge to Emma’s work?

A．Competition in the health care industry.

B．Discrimination against female scientists.

C．Influence of misinformation on the public.

9 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What did the man do a week ago?

A．He handed in his research.

B．He went to a club meeting.

C．He began to write his essay.

2. Why does the man recommend Simone?

A．She is familiar with the art club.

B．She will study in a foreign school.

C．She may help the woman with her assignment.

10 . Admittedly, complex writing that uses rich vocabulary and vivid figurative language can wow readers. But it isn’t the only mark of a good writer—another skill that’s of equal importance is the ability to convey ideas in plain language.     1     To write in plain language, there are some general guidelines for you to follow.

    2     The only details they include are those necessary for the reader to understand the sentences’ meaning. For example, the sign “Wait behind the yellow line.” at a train platform includes “yellow” so travelers know where to stand.

Plain language avoids using vocabulary that requires specialized knowledge. If you work in IT, you can comfortably use the word “latency” with your colleagues.     3     But when speaking with someone without an IT background, you might instead use “slow” to ensure that they know what you’re talking about.

Plain language is more than word choices, though. It also involves structuring writing to prioritize clarity.     4     For example, use clear headers for each section and keep paragraphs focused on one idea each. Make the relationships between ideas and sentences clear with transition words. Write directly to your reader. Additionally, use the active voice whenever possible to enhance clarity.

It is important to note that not every guideline for plain writing will apply to every piece of writing. The ultimate goal is to create contents that are accessible and easily understood. By using plain language, you demonstrate respect for your readers’ time and intelligence.     5    

A．That is because they know what it means.

B．Plain language reduces the risk of misunderstandings caused by confusing language choices.

C．Thus, it develops positive relationships with them.

D．It involves using direct and accessible language with a straightforward structure.

E．This can be especially important for those who speak English as a second language.

F．One key aspect of plain writing is ensuring sentences are as short as possible.

G．This can be achieved in the following ways.