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

A．The development of electronics.

B．Hearing loss caused by electronics.

C．Good habits of listening to music.

2. What music player is the most popular?

A．CD players.

B．iPhones.

C．Laptops.

3. How many students surveyed set no limit on their listening time?

A．Over 150.

B．About 300.

C．Around 1,000.

4. What do studies show about hearing loss?

A．It happens very quickly.

B．It will last throughout your life.

C．It is caused by noise below level 90.

2 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What did the IOC announce on Monday?

A．The change of the Youth Olympics.

B．The time of the Paris Olympic Games.

C．The addition of breaking to the Olympics.

2. What is the purpose of making recent changes?

A．To appeal to young people.

B．To make the Olympics fairer.

C．To replace old Olympic events.

3. Why will Paris partner with Tahiti?

A．Tahiti allows the surfing event.

B．Tahiti needs more attention.

C．Tahiti is a popular place.

3 . 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，并将答案填写在答题卡上。

Plan your Chengdu tour? When night falls, it is     1     (undoubted) advisable to have a leisurely walk in the old area of the three alleys (巷子), namely Kuan Alley, Zhai Alley and Jing Alley in the downtown. These three alleys are often called “Kuan Zhai Xiang Zi” in Chinese.

All the three alleys have been gentrified (改造) to be like the old alleys     2     (date) back to the Qing Dynasty in Chengdu. It is one of the three historical relic protection     3     (site) in Chengdu. In the early Qing Dynasty, the Qing government built     4     walled city here as the living place for the Eight Banners soldiers     5     their families. In the sixtieth year of Kangxi’s Reign, General Nian Gengyao in Chengdu recommended the government     6     (send) 1,600 people and station them in Chengdu permanently.

During the fortieth year of Qianlong’s Reign, in order to     7     (strength) the southwest border, the court set up the Jiangjun Yamen in Chengdu, built for the general of the Shao city,     8     both the soldiers and their families lived.

At one time, the walled city     9     (compose) of 42 lanes. Kuan Zhai Xiang Zi is the hutong culture extended     10     the Northern China to the Southern China.

4 . They don’t call Vusi Sindane “the crazy cyclist” for nothing. The software engineer _________ a 3, 000 km bicycle journey in June, all to _________ money for 10, 000 pairs of school shoes for children in need.

When he worked in Limpopo, he saw _________ the poverty faced by _________ kids. “My biggest cause is education, and when I saw barefoot children walking to school in Limpopo, I knew something had to be done,” he says. He _________ with a non-profit organization which supplies school shoes to children in _________ areas.

However, the pandemic _________ his plans to do his cross-country cycle in 2020 and 2021, and a(n)_________ injury last year meant he could only get going in April this year. Prior to his 13 April departure, he _________ his training with six weeks of __________ cycling with his mentor and training partner. But Vusi quickly discovered that nothing could’ve __________ him for what he would encounter and have to __________. “The first day was like a reality __________. Although I’d been planning and considering this for nearly six years, the reality is that there’s __________ on the road, there’s climbing, you must use your body physically, and it’s hot-especially in Limpopo. I was almost __________ by many high mountains. I tried to __________, but the bike isn’t moving. My hands were hurting, and my injured knee was constantly in pain. My muscles __________, and my mind was like, ‘This isn’t worth it’,” he said.

To __________ himself, he began thinking about the people who inspire him. He shared his __________ on social media, many people __________ to him and more encouragement came.

1.

A．completed

B．assigned

C．connected

D．admitted

2.

A．invest

B．borrow

C．raise

D．leave

3.

A．nowhere

B．overnight

C．firsthand

D．overhead

4.

A．disciplined

B．disadvantaged

C．appointed

D．abandoned

5.

A．kept up

B．raced up

C．put up

D．teamed up

6.

A．public

B．rural

C．wide

D．urban

7.

A．ceased

B．followed

C．assisted

D．designed

8.

A．hand

B．head

C．knee

D．arm

9.

A．quitted

B．left

C．drove

D．increased

10.

A．intense

B．subjective

C．responsible

D．logical

11.

A．asked

B．prepared

C．apologized

D．begged

12.

A．generate

B．acknowledge

C．operate

D．tolerate

13.

A．friend

B．gain

C．check

D．luck

14.

A．traffic

B．police

C．attack

D．hope

15.

A．returned

B．presented

C．recognized

D．defeated

16.

A．win

B．cycle

C．stand

D．bend

17.

A．ached

B．interrupted

C．reacted

D．stretched

18.

A．respect

B．test

C．cure

D．motivate

19.

A．exchange

B．struggle

C．confusion

D．benefit

20.

A．set off

B．lived up

C．reached out

D．gave way

5 . In the past week almost 120 global leaders have resolved to triple (使增至三倍) the world’s renewable energy capacity before 2030 in an attempt to reduce the global consumption of fossil fuels. As the second half of the Cop28 UN climate conference in Dubai unfolds , more countries may join the calls for a global target of 11 TW (太瓦) of renewable power by the end of the decade, three times higher than the 3.629 TW in place at the end of 2022.

Renewable energy really could be tripled in this decade, but it won’t be a breeze, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA) .

Based on the rate of growth for wind and solar power, the world is on track to meet this target. But the global energy watchdog (监察人) has warned that “stronger policy actions by governments” will be required to overcome challenges, such as rising costs, uncertain supply chains and grid (电力网) bottlenecks, which are considered essential to hit the goal of limiting global heating to within 1.5C of preindustrialised levels.

Renewable energy sources tripled, the global demand for coal power would be cut in half by 2030, according to estimates. “This is crucial for 1.5C,”said Dave Jones, the global insights lead for climate think-tank Ember. “The tripling goal would take renewables to the next level, with solar and wind reaching 40% of global electricity generation by 2030.”

The goal has won the support of 118 countries. In practice, not every country will triple its renewable capacity to meet the global target. Some countries starting from a lower level would need to more than triple their wind and solar power, while for others with a high share of renewables already, it would not be practical to triple their capacity again.

The prospect of having demand for coal is a goal worth struggling for, but governments must stay the course. Increasing capacity may have been simple in recent years with low interest rates and government support schemes, but the sector’s progress for the rest of the decade is less certain.

1. What does the underlined word “breeze” mean in paragraph 2?

A．A demanding mission.	B．An effortless task.
C．A dreamy vision.	D．A fruitless effort.

2. What can be inferred from paragraph 3?

A．The road to the top is full of twists and turns.	B．A good beginning is half done.
C．No pains, no gains.	D．Rise from the fall, and you’ll rise high.

3. What is Dave Jones’ attitude toward tripling the world’s renewable energy capacity before 2030?

A．Indifferent.

B．Neutral.

C．Cautious.

D．Optimistic.

4. What might be written about after the last paragraph?

A．Drawbacks of power generation using coal.

B．Ways to triple the output of sustainable energy.

C．Specific difficulties in the future and solutions.

D．Joint achievements made by nearly 200 countries.

6 . Mobile phone photography is not just a casual snap（抓拍） but an art. This article will recommend some apps for photography enthusiast to shoot various landscapes, portraits, or foods.

◆B612

B612 is a photo-taking app that comes with a variety of artistic features, cute stickers, and effects that can add creativity and style to your photos. You can see the different effects before taking the photo, so you can get the best possible images. This helps you make informed decisions.

◆Manboker

Manboker, known as Magic Camera, is the first app to create comic-style images directly without editing. The app offers a range of effects, and tools to give your photos a comic-like appearance. You can apply speech bubbles （气泡）, texts, and stickers to enhance the story-telling aspect.

◆Snapseed

Snapseed is mainly used for photo editing rather than photo taking. The app offers a comprehensive set of editing tools, including adjustments for exposure, contrast and more. With its non-destructive editing, you can easily compare different edits and undo or adjust them as needed.

◆Foodie

Foodie is an app specially designed for taking pictures of food. It allows you to capture delicious food moments with ease. Whether they are fancy cuisines or home-cooked meals, Foodie helps you showcase the colors, textures, and details of the food in the most appealing way.

Experiment with different apps, explore their features and start capturing the world around you in a whole new way!

1. If you want your photos to have a cute and creative style, which app would you choose?

A．Manboker.

B．Snapseed.

C．Foodie.

D．B612.

2. What can we learn about the four apps?

A．Manboker is designed to take comic-style photos.

B．Snapseed comes with artistic features and cute stickers.

C．Foodie is mainly used for photo-editing.

D．B612 features non-destructive photo shooting.

3. Who are the target audience of this article probably?

A．Mobile phone users.	B．Photography beginners.
C．Professional photographers.	D．Photography enthusiasts.

7 . Italy’s oldest man Tripoli Giannini, who credited “light meals and no stress” for his longevity, has died at the age of 111, on New Year’s Eve. He was the second oldest man in Europe, after André Ludwig, a Frenchman 75 days older.

His son, Romano, wrote on Facebook: “He believed he was immortal …instead, at 9.30 am, December 31, 2023, my father Tripoli Giannini died. He was 111 years and 133 days old — a record! He joins his wife, Tosca, my mother, who has waited for him for over 40 years.”

There are a record number of centenarians (百岁老人) in Italy. According to the national statistics agency, there were 22,000 people aged over 100 in 2023. The vast majority are women.

His life is like a living history textbook. Giannini, who belonged to the Italian army infantry corps, was born in Cecina in 1912. He not only witnessed the changes of the two world wars, but also experienced the election of about ten popes (教皇). The more admirable thing is that he has successfully withstood the multiple pandemic s from Spanish flu in his childhood to COVID-19 in his later years, demonstrating his unyielding energy. He is not only known for his longevity, but also a sports enthusiast.

During celebrations, he said the secrets to his longevity were light meals — always accompanied by wine — no stress, being a non-smoker and treating each day as a gift.

The Italian island of Sardinia has been identified as one of five regions in the world that have high concentrations of centenarians, while the Italian city with the most people over the age of 100 is Genoa in Liguria. The Mediterranean diet has long been considered to be the main ingredient for longevity among Italians. The country’s ageing population is a challenge for the government, especially as it coincides with a reducing birthrate, placing pressure on the pension and healthcare systems.

1. How old might Tripoli Giannini be when he lost his wife?

A．In his 50s.

B．In his 60s.

C．In his 80s.

D．In his 90s.

2. Which of the following aspects contributed to Tripoli’s longevity?

A．Wine drinking and smoking.	B．Light diets and no pressure.
C．Wine drinking and his wife.	D．Light diets and healthcare.

3. What can we infer about Tripoli Giannini from the text?

A．He might get involved in politics.

B．He might be optimistic towards life.

C．He might be the oldest in both Italy and Europe.

D．He might have suffered from many illnesses in his long life.

4. What is the purpose of writing this text?

A．To advertise the diet of Italy.	B．To promote the anti-smoking campaign.
C．To highlight the ageing situation in Italy.	D．To publicize Italy’s oldest man’s death.

8 . Bill Sumiel, 71-year-old, was dealing with kidney failure and had been on dialysis (透析) 30 miles from home.

He had _______ diabetes over 20 years before, which led to his kidney problems. He was on the transplant list, but no matches had yet appeared. So he _______ his current treatment.

Timothy Letts, a Uber driver of 31, was _______ north when his phone rang. Uber _______ Sumiel’s ride-hailing order to him. Letts could see that the older man was weary-looking but in good _______.

“Sumiel really _______ the trip with positive energy.” says Letts. Over the 40-minute drive, Letts shared that he was an Army veteran. Sumiel mentioned that he’d _______ volunteering at his church and in his community. But he was doing less these days, because the dialysis treatments left him _______.

Sumiel revealed that he was _______ a kidney donor. Letts joked that he’d be a good donor candidate, given that he didn’t drink or smoke. Sumiel agreed, though he didn’t think much of it as they kept driving. Letts, ________ , couldn’t stop thinking about it.

About a quarter-mile away from Sumiel’s house, Letts said, “I’d like to see if I could be a ________ to give you a ________.”

After the initial excitement, Sumiel started feeling a bit less ________.

Sumiel was touched by Letts’s ________ , though he wondered if it had just been an emotional moment. Letts was ________ to his word, and he got in touch with Sumiel a few hours later. After a months’ screening ________, the results were ________: Letts was an ideal donor, and they were a perfect match.

On Dec. 7, 2021, 14 months after the ride, they had their ________ successfully. Being ________ today, Sumiel is volunteering full time remotely. Letts has moved to Germany to work with the Army’s family. They look forward to the day they can ________.

1.

A．developed

B．gained

C．seized

D．prevented

2.

A．quitted

B．continued

C．expected

D．doubted

3.

A．hiking

B．facing

C．driving

D．tracking

4.

A．received

B．assigned

C．answered

D．delete

5.

A．taste

B．conditions

C．shape

D．spirits

6.

A．drove up

B．set up

C．lit up

D．pulled up

7.

A．opposed

B．enjoyed

C．avoided

D．approved

8.

A．confused

B．thrilled

C．worn-out

D．annoyed

9.

A．searching for

B．taking up

C．changing for

D．responding to

10.

A．therefore

B．however

C．besides

D．otherwise

11.

A．partner

B．sponsor

C．surgeon

D．match

12.

A．kidney

B．heart

C．liver

D．lung

13.

A．optimistic

B．frustrated

C．confident

D．suspicious

14.

A．order

B．company

C．offer

D．comfort

15.

A．true

B．sensitive

C．grateful

D．accustomed

16.

A．agreement

B．process

C．management

D．revolution

17.

A．embarrassing

B．heartbreaking

C．admiring

D．encouraging

18.

A．surgeries

B．treatment

C．journey

D．appointment

19.

A．witnessed

B．upgraded

C．recovered

D．touched

20.

A．operate

B．reunite

C．anticipate

D．volunteer

9 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. When was Love Me Do recorded?

A．In 1962.

B．In 1956.

C．In 1968.

2. What kind of music did the Beatles play?

A．Indian.

B．Jazz.

C．Pop.

3. Who often used ideas from Indian music?

A．George Harrison.

B．Ringo Starr.

C．John Lennon.

4. What is the word “Beatlemania” used to describe?

A．The movies.

B．The fans.

C．The fashion.

10 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. How does Rose feel about Peter’s poetry?

A．Classic.

B．Unique.

C．Romantic.

2. When is the conversation probably taking place?

A．On Monday.

B．On Thursday.

C．On Tuesday.

3. What topic of poetry will the speakers read about this Thursday?

A．Love.

B．Friendship.

C．Nature.

4. Whose works will the speakers read this week?

A．John Keats’.

B．Emily Dickinson’s.

C．William Wordsworth’s.