1 . 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why does the woman invite the man to the beach?

A．To relax.

B．To see a whale.

C．To collect trash.

2. Who will deal with the collected garbage?

A．The community.

B．The government.

C．A recycling firm.

3. What is the woman like?

A．Generous.

B．Responsible.

C．Emotional.

2 . 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。

Two years ago, we’d traded our old life in Sydney to sail around the world. Life on the water was extremely happy: we were finally free of the 9-to-5 grind and our two children enjoyed getting to see the world while being home-schooled. But one day, looking at the kittens on the dock at a port in Greece, the kids asked, ”Can we please have a pet?" Guy and I were hesitant at first, but after some thought it made sense that living on a boat would be the best time to welcome an animal into our lives -we would be with it 24/7 and could give it plenty of attention. We decided a dog would be better-suited to sea life.

After doing some research about what it would take to bring a dog back home to Australia as we sailed back, I decided a dachshund (腊肠狗) would make the ideal pet. They were low to the ground, easy to transport, good boat security and loving, intelligent dogs. Guy hadn’t had a little dog before and doubted a little. But my cute photos eventually worked their magic and we headed to a town in Sicily to meet a breeder who had some miniature dachshunds. And the minute we laid eyes on the brown pup, we knew she was the one for us. We called her Pipsqueak-or Pip for short-and welcomed her onto the boat.

The first few days with Pip saw us encounter some rough weather, but she took it all in her stride (从容应对). The kids fell in love with her instantly. Pip was never far from our side, even accompanying us to museums and galleries. Our sails saw us cross the Atlantic Ocean to the United States, and then we decided to sail home to Australia. But when COVID-19 hit, it became complicated: we had to get on a flight quickly as borders around the world were closing fast. Problem was, we couldn’t take Pip. After much discussion, Guy and I decided that we would have to leave her with a friend while we flew home. Handing our dog over was utterly heartbreaking. It’ll only be for a couple of weeks, I told myself.

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But, like most people, we underestimated the situation.

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So, on the way to the airport, we stopped at Ikea and bought some hot dogs to be sure she’d come to us.

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3 . 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。

It was a chilly autumn evening. Sarah, a tired businesswoman, left her workplace and drove home. When she turned a corner, she spotted a puppy in the middle of the road. The dog was muddy and trembling. His eyes held a glimmer of both hope and despair. Sarah couldn’t ignore the poor puppy. Approaching him cautiously, she coaxed (哄) him and brought him home.

Over the next few days, Sarah tried her best to look for the dog’s owner, but in vain. It seemed that the dog had been abandoned, with no collar or tags to identify its owner.

She determined to take care of the dog, which she named Max. She kept him in the backyard, feeding him, providing water and watching him chase his tail in the yard. The puppy trusted in her slowly with Sarah’s gentle care and patience. Sarah had a happy feeling she never had before.

As days passed, Sarah became more comfortable with Max’s presence. When she was working, Max would sit calmly by her side. When she woke up in the morning, Max would sit near her bed with a playful bark, demanding his daily walk. The early morning air was cool, and the rising sun cast a warm glow on them. Sarah realized that Max had been a great comfort to her.

As days turned into weeks, Sarah grew more attached to Max. She found herself looking forward to coming home every day, excited to see her furry friend waiting at the door. Then, she would lovingly prepare Max delicious meals. His eyes, once filled with sadness, now sparkled with gratitude. He would eagerly follow her around the house wherever she went. Max became more than just a pet; he became a loyal friend and a source of happiness for Sarah, who had discovered a newfound balance between her career and personal life. They became inseparable.

One evening, as Sarah and Max were out for their regular evening walk, something unexpected happened. A social media post attracted her attention. A lady named Emma was anxiously looking for her missing dog, Buddy.

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2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

Her heart sank as she saw the photo of a dog.

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Sarah arranged the bittersweet reunion.

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4 . An aggressive sea otter (海獭) in California is hassling locals by riding boards she stole from surfers in Steamer Lane which is nestled along the rocky shores of Santa Cruz.

Videos across social media show the otter hoisting herself out of the ocean and onto boards while surfers sit back in awe. At times she’s chewed on the boards or forced surfers to surrender their boards. Onlookers in the videos can be heard laughing at surfers’ misfortune, but officials with the U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) say the otter poses a public safety risk. While there have been no confirmed reports of injury, due to the highly unusual behavior of this otter, surfers and others recreating in the area should not approach the otter or encourage the otter’s interactions, the USFWS said in a statement. They said the otter’s behavior is concerning and unusual, and though the exact cause is unknown, officials said it could be associated with hormonal (激素的) surges or being fed by humans.

Southern sea otters are protected under the Marine Mammal Act as well as California’s coastal ecosystems. A team from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) and the Monterey Bay Aquarium is looking for the otter to catch and rehome her. Unfortunately once the otter is caught, Monterey Bay Aquarium spokesperson Kevin Connor told NPR, she won’t be able to return to the wild.

The otter was born in captivity because her mother had also been too friendly with humans and then successfully released into the wild in June 2020. It wasn’t until September 2022 that she started exhibiting her strange behavior at Steamer Lane. At the time, CDFW and aquarium staff were able to drive the animal out of the area in hopes of preventing her from interacting with people. But her most recent interactions showed she’s no longer afraid of humans, Connor said. “Trying to recapture the otter is an effort to avoid anything more severe. If the otter were to harm people, the USFWS would have to begin discussions of euthanizing (使安乐死) the animal, ” Connor said. “That’s the reality, and nobody wants to see that. “ Once caught, she will be taken to the aquarium for an exam before being moved into her forever home at the USFWS-approved location.

1. What does the underlined word “surrender” in Paragraph 2 mean?

A．Abandon.

B．Preserve.

C．Destroy.

D．Employ.

2. How should the surfers treat the otter according to the USFWS?

A．They should ignore her.	B．They should drive her to leave.
C．They should feed and protect her.	D．They should keep distance from her.

3. What can be learned according to Kevin Connor?

A．The CDFW will kill the otter if she causes injuries.

B．The USFWS will take the otter back to her mother.

C．The otter will be kept in the hospital after an examination.

D．The otter will be released to a certain location once caught.

4. What is the passage mainly about?

A．A sea otter is bullying the surfers.

B．Southern sea otters are in need of protection.

C．The unusual behaviors of an otter are under study.

D．A discussion of euthanizing an otter is in process.

5 . When I was young, our family cat broke out in a rash (皮疹). But an examination at the vet’s revealed no answers. When asked, “Has anything ________ in your home?” my mom explained my leave for college, and the vet responded “That’s it!” He gave my cat medicine that she took in my ________, and curiously didn’t need when I was home.

Years later after marriage, I adopted a well behaved cat. Suddenly he decided to ________ all our house plants. As it could be a ________ of his not feeling well, I took him to the vet. When tests all came back ________, the familiar question was asked again, “Has anything changed in your home?” We thought hard but couldn’t get it until one day we ________ our cat unsuccessfully trying to get in the window. Ah-ha! We had replaced the old ________ with new wooden blinds. They clearly ________ him from sitting in his favorite spot. Then I ________ the blinds every morning. The digging stopped.

I had forgotten those two incidents. Until recently our dog started ________ not herself and became an absolute________ on our daily runs. It was right when I was taking her to the vet that I thought of the question I would most ________ be asked. After years of being at home, I had recently gone back to work. It was a difficult ________ for our family, but I never considered the ________ it would have on one particular member of the family. Suddenly, she was ________ all day long in a quiet house. Why hadn’t I realized it before?

1.

A．happened

B．appeared

C．changed

D．come

2.

A．bedroom

B．permission

C．mind

D．absence

3.

A．put up

B．take up

C．hold up

D．dig up

4.

A．means

B．sign

C．manner

D．mistake

5.

A．positive

B．negative

C．fine

D．different

6.

A．controlled

B．witnessed

C．followed

D．conducted

7.

A．windows

B．tools

C．pictures

D．curtains

8.

A．blocked

B．developed

C．wasted

D．absorbed

9.

A．displayed

B．raised

C．covered

D．ignored

10.

A．working

B．acting

C．eating

D．sleeping

11.

A．mystery

B．wonder

C．pain

D．reason

12.

A．likely

B．politely

C．critically

D．eagerly

13.

A．exchange

B．replacement

C．transition

D．formation

14.

A．result

B．impact

C．possibility

D．treatment

15.

A．right

B．quiet

C．away

D．alone

6 . Tenzing Bodosa was awoken at midnight by a sound outside. He got up and saw several wild _________ in his farm. For many farmers, seeing such animals appear in the farm is _________. However, for Bodosa, who ran a large tea farm in the state of Assam, India, it meant everything was working _________.

The Asian elephants has been listed as a(n) _________ species by International Union for Conservation of Nature and their population has _________ by half in the past decades for various reasons. One is _________ to the vast tea farms, which elephants regard as parts of their forest habitats and their migratory routes over centuries.

“Sadly, in India, _________ between humans and wild elephants often end up _________,” said Bodosa. “I decided that there must be a way for us to live _________.” Then Bodosa began a natural tea farm in 2007.

To create an elephant-friendly area for elephants, Bodosa planted organic grass, fruits and tea. He also provided them with easy __________ by making sure there were no fences or other __________ to restrict wild elephants’ movement.

Gradually, his tea farm __________ other animals’ visiting. Many human visitors followed, too, and some even volunteered here. Bodosa’s tea farm was __________ as “the world’s first elephant-friendly tea farm”. He has also trained many farmers in organic farming. “We have to work hard to __________ the lives of both wild elephants and humans,” Bodosa said. The tea from such farms does have an economical and __________ impact on Assam.

1.

A．strains

B．elephants

C．fields

D．plants

2.

A．entertaining

B．satisfying

C．alarming

D．embarrassing

3.

A．as usual

B．by contrast

C．after all

D．in advance

4.

A．primitive

B．representative

C．privileged

D．endangered

5.

A．dropped

B．risen

C．doubled

D．changed

6.

A．adapted

B．connected

C．compared

D．exposed

7.

A．ranges

B．differences

C．encounters

D．adventures

8.

A．awkward

B．tragic

C．humorous

D．controversial

9.

A．publicly

B．privately

C．significantly

D．harmoniously

10.

A．passages

B．solutions

C．assignments

D．calculations

11.

A．criteria

B．associations

C．regulations

D．barriers

12.

A．lived off

B．resulted from

C．appealed to

D．turned down

13.

A．misread

B．diagnosed

C．imagined

D．credited

14.

A．extend

B．secure

C．involve

D．threaten

15.

A．ecological

B．religious

C．cultural

D．negative

7 . Today, people are working from home more than ever. As a result, many dogs are enjoying a lot more time with, and attention from, their owners. Dog adoption (收养) rates have skyrocketed as people seek enjoyment and companionship. But what will happen when life eventually returns to normal?     1    .

Teach puppies alone time

    2    . Otherwise, they may become anxious when they are alone, which can result in damaging behavior such as chewing on furniture and digging up plants in the garden. Teaching your puppy to be comfortable alone right from the start will help you avoid separation issues in future. Pleasing as it is to let your cute puppy follow you around, this can lead to them becoming overly dependent and potentially anxious when left alone.

Set up a playpen or Crate

An enclosed space will keep them safe when you’re not in the same room. Allocate (分配) some time each day to leave your puppy alone – after playtime is perfect. Allow them an opportunity to toilet and then give them something safe to chew on to help them settle. If you are planning for your dog to spend time outside during the day, it is essential that you set this up from the beginning.

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It’s important for adult dogs to also spend time alone. When you are home, put your dog outside for short periods while offering a chew (咀嚼) toy, or encourage them to settle on their bed or in a crate while you move around different parts of the home. Setting up and maintaining an exercise routine (惯例) will be important once you start leaving home more, or your dog may become bored and possibly damaging.

Establish good chew habits

Teach your puppy or dog what is acceptable for them to chew. Only give them toys that are clearly different from household items.     4    . When you want your dog to have some quiet time, give them a safe chew toy so they learn to connect this time with something positive. When you leave home, give them a chew toy to help them relax and keep them busy.

Train your dog

This should include teaching the basics of “sit”, “stay”, and “down” but also training them to go to their bed and stay in position when requested.     5    .

A．Create a routine

B．Maintain appropriate exercise

C．Dogs like routine because it makes them feel safe

D．Chewable toys that can be stuffed with a treat like peanut butter are a good choice

E．Trick training is also a nice way to use any extra time to develop the bond with your dog

F．These tips will help you raise a puppy or train a dog to be content when you are not around

G．Dogs are social creatures and need to learn some skills to be comfortable when left unattended

8 . Benny’s story is one of coming from the poor streets to a life of pets. The little cat was found on the streets after he was discarded out of a truck. He was saved and brought to the Wood County Humane Society, where he was able to recover from his injuries.

Benny was adopted (收养) by Anna Burwell, the adult services manager for Swanton Public Library and she started to bring him to work. Benny lives a good life at the library and takes on the role of protector. Of course, he goes home for the night and does not actually live in the library.

Benny spends his days making his way around the library, walking through the empty bottom shelves and driving the children into Storytime. In just a few weeks, he has made a perfect impression on the community.

Now, the library is considering using Benny as a treatment cat. That’s because he is a good listener and makes the children feel comfortable.

Library cats have been in the library for a long time. In fact, cats were kept in libraries during the Middle Ages to keep mice from eating the books. And they have been an important part of library life around the world ever since.

In 1745, cats were invited into the royal (皇家的) palace by Russian Empress Elisabeth to control mice in the library. The descendants (后代) of these cats still live in what is now the Hermitage Museum.

The most famous library cat was Dewey Readmore, who lived in the Spencer Public Library in lowa. He was discovered in the library’s drop box when he was only 8 weeks old in 1988 and lived there for almost 20 years.

The custom of library cats is still very much alive and well, as Benny is the newest model of the Swanton Library.

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

A．Defended.

B．Treated.

C．Caught.

D．Thrown.

2. What does Benny do at the library?

A．He builds his home there.	B．He plays with children.
C．He protects the library.	D．He welcomes students at the door.

3. Why does the library want Benny to take on a new role?

A．He keeps the library quite safe.	B．He can bring comfort to children.
C．He is considered honourable.	D．He is popular around the community.

4. What does the author think of keeping cats in libraries?

A．It is a tradition.	B．It is a must to kill mice.
C．It saves homeless cats.	D．It makes libraries more attractive.

9 . When you’re heading out for a day at the beach, sunscreen (防晒霜) is a must. You diligently apply it to every bit of your exposed (暴露) skin. But what about your fur baby?     1     Here’s how to protect your dog and prevent the serious consequences of long-lasting sun exposure.

The sun’s UV rays can be harmful to both people and pets.     2     So, do you need to apply dog sunscreen to your dog before every walk? It depends on the breed (品种) of your dog and specific situations, but in most cases, no. Most dogs can play outside without sun protection, but dogs with thin coats and hairless dogs need extra protection every time.

The best way is to watch the clock and time for walks appropriately.     3     And keep your pet inside during these times. If you cannot keep your pet inside during these hours, it is best to apply sunscreen to exposed skin areas.

    4     Surprisingly, yes. Most human sunscreen is safe for dogs, but there are a few ingredients you should watch out for. Do not use sunscreen containing octyl salicylate and zinc.     5     There are also dog-specific sunscreen available but you should seek advice from a veterinarian before buying one.

A．In fact, it applies to all dogs.

B．Believe it or not, your dog needs sunscreen too.

C．Try to avoid the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

D．But can your dog use sunscreen made for humans?

E．You should apply sunscreen to your kids’ skin as well.

F．Constant sun exposure can cause skin cancers in dogs.

G．The best choice would be sunscreen that is safe for babies.

10 . Climate change is a growing threat and many businesses are looking for ways to reduce their carbon footprint. According to Forbes, going green isn’t just good for the planet and it’s also good for businesses because 80% of customers respect eco-friendly businesses!

One of the best ways to make the change to environmentally friendly business practices is to listen to the experts. They can tell you which changes are the most influential and which are unimportant.

If you want to create a more energy-saving office, look at your lighting. First, replace your incandescent bulbs (白炽灯) with energy-saving bulbs. Though they may cost a bit more, they use less energy while they burn and they last longer, which will save you money in the long run. Second, don’t leave your lights on after hours. Many businesses leave their offices and parking garages lit after everyone has clocked out and gone home for the day or even the weekend. It’s time to start flipping all of those light switches before you head out!

When you have a long-distance business, consider limiting your travel, including your car travel and in particular your plane travel as much as possible. Keep in mind that train travel is a more environmentally friendly way to get around. The most ideal (理想的) choice is to hold virtual meetings, because there are tons of free or low-cost online resources that make video meeting a breeze (轻而易举的事) and you can start closing deals right from your own office without spending days on the trip.

We’ve provided a few ideas for eco-friendly business practices that can be achieved in a short amount of time. However, if you want to get serious about environmental friendliness, you’ll need to set some long-term goals.

1. Why does the author mention Forbes?

A．To call on people to protect the environment.

B．To present reasons for businesses to reduce pollution.

C．To introduce the influence of climate change on the economy.

D．To show the relationship between customers and businesses.

2. What does the underlined word “flipping” probably mean?

A．Turning on.

B．Changing.

C．Turning off.

D．Repairing.

3. How can we describe the choice of having video meetings?

A．Bark up the wrong tree.	B．Promise little but do much.
C．Rob Peter to pay Paul.	D．Kill two birds with one stone.

4. What does the text mainly talk about?

A．How to deal with climate risk.	B．How to do business with less cost.
C．How to be eco-friendly businesses.	D．How to choose energy-saving lights.