1 . During the early morning journey from the suburbs(郊区), we sat sleepily, with collars standing firm below our ears. Although the group of people are in the same bus every day, we never _______ or talk. Everyone’s face shows the tiredness of waking up early and working.

One July morning, a small grey man, one of the _______ taking the bus to center every morning, loudly greeted good morning to the driver. The driver was _______ and then nodded. _______, then he loudly said to us, “Hello! I’m Charlie, my friends!”

The next day, another old man _______ the bus energetically, smiled and said in a loud voice, “A very good morning to you all!” Some of us looked up, amazed, and murmured “Good morning.” in _______. When Charlie heard the greeting, he came forward with surprise and hugged the _______. Their smiles seemed to _______ the entire bus, sweeping away the cold and awkward atmosphere(氛围) inside. Gradually, we started nodding and _______ to each other.

One morning, Charlie was ________ a large bouquet of flowers in his hand. He turned around with a smile and said to everyone, “Friends, I’m moving next week. I can’t take the same bus ________, and thank you all! The mornings we spent together were ________ experiences!” The other passengers whistled and clapped(鼓掌) at him. Charlie bowed, waved his hand, and then began ________ the flowers to each passenger.

The summer went by, and the ________ was closing in. Although Charlie did not appear on the bus again, the laughter and joy on the bus ________.

1.

A．argue

B．like

C．tend

D．greet

2.

A．passengers

B．drivers

C．colleagues

D．neighbors

3.

A．annoyed

B．surprised

C．mad

D．impatient

4.

A．Unfortunately

B．Unhappily

C．Unexpectedly

D．Unfairly

5.

A．left

B．boarded

C．hit

D．stopped

6.

A．reply

B．advance

C．danger

D．need

7.

A．man

B．driver

C．girl

D．boy

8.

A．destroy

B．track

C．increase

D．affect

9.

A．helping

B．comparing

C．talking

D．adapting

10.

A．tying

B．lifting

C．biting

D．holding

11.

A．anyway

B．anymore

C．anytime

D．anywhere

12.

A．terrible

B．heavy

C．unforgettable

D．unhappy

13.

A．giving out

B．giving in

C．giving up

D．giving off

14.

A．spring

B．month

C．year

D．autumn

15.

A．disappeared

B．happened

C．began

D．continued

2 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What was the temperature by mid-afternoon in southeast England?

A．26℃.

B．23℃.

C．17℃.

2. What will the weather be like in Scotland for much of the weekend?

A．Sunny.

B．Rainy.

C．Cloudy.

3. What is the speaker doing?

A．Doing a survey.

B．Giving a speech.

C．Hosting a program.

3 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. How old is Jane?

A．21.

B．24.

C．25.

2. What is Beth?

A．A teacher.

B．A student

C．An engineer.

3. What can we know about Tina?

A．She has got a new job.

B．She loves playing the piano.

C．She will graduate this June.

4. What are the speakers mainly talking about?

A．The weather.

B．Their travel experiences.

C．Their family members.

4 . Last year, my younger brother Darrin tore the old engine out of his Dodge Challenger. Then he ________ it piece by piece, and put it back together again all by himself. He was 16. All he ________ was a Chilton’s shop manual (使用手册) for the car, his own curiosity, and a strong desire to ________ how things worked.

Later, I asked him about this ________ and how he made it. His answer was ________ — he just did it. He wanted a new car and couldn’t afford to buy another one, so this was really his only ________. He had nothing to lose and was highly ________ to make the engine work. He ________ with it, paid close attention to how he took it apart, made a lot of mistakes, and reached points where he wasn’t ________ what to do next. When that happened, he asked a friend or a friend’s dad for ________, tried this and tried that, until he finished the work. To me it was a (n) ________ achievement.

Our ________ to do hard things increases when we try doing those hard things. It is ________ limited by our own will and imagination. We learn by trying, by making mistakes, and by ________ help from those who know more sometimes just a little more-than we do.

Never ________ trying new things. The more one does, the more one can do.

1.

A．discovered

B．rebuilt

C．donated

D．reserved

2.

A．detected

B．preferred

C．occupied

D．had

3.

A．figure out

B．give away

C．bring up

D．rule out

4.

A．property

B．campaign

C．guide

D．project

5.

A．correct

B．serious

C．simple

D．funny

6.

A．luck

B．option

C．requirement

D．relaxation

7.

A．expected

B．forced

C．convinced

D．motivated

8.

A．communicated

B．competed

C．experimented

D．disagreed

9.

A．sure

B．afraid

C．curious

D．satisfied

10.

A．permission

B．courage

C．advice

D．reward

11.

A．amazing

B．common

C．confusing

D．strange

12.

A．anxiety

B．capacity

C．income

D．impatience

13.

A．rarely

B．necessarily

C．originally

D．mostly

14.

A．seeking

B．offering

C．affording

D．avoiding

15.

A．admit

B．stop

C．fancy

D．keep

5 . When Sourabh Jain first became a father to his daughter, he struggled with bonding with her in the beginning. That’s when he realized that games and books are interactive and provide an opportunity to spend hours with her. Thus he began the hunt for games and toys that not only helped him bond with his daughter but also contributed to her cognitive (认知的) development.

During this search, he realized that not only are these toys and games hard to find, but they can also burn a hole in one’s pocket. Another realization was that there is always some amount of plastic in the toys and it is harmful to the environment and the little ones.

While he expected to give his daughter the world, he also wanted to leave behind a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable world for her. Today, he owns The EleFant—a toy rental company, or in Sourabh’s words, “a labor of love”.

Currently, the company has a customer base of more than 250 subscribers with over 2,000 downloads of the application per day. They also have collaborations with 70 toy companies where they source their toys.

Among these 250 subscribers is Rahul Bhauwala who rents toys for his 6-year-old son. “I am a working professional and I hardly get any time to go out and spend hours looking for and buying toys. I could use that precious time to play with my child instead. This is why I love using The EleFant app. They have a wide range of toys which are categorized by age group. The products are very well-packaged and my son loved opening them as it looked like a present to him,” he says.

As for the future, Sourabh says, “Our intention was not to make it an expensive and exclusive service (专属服务). Instead, we aimed to provide an opportunity for everyone to give their children everything in a sustainable manner. The value is kept in this way, emphasizing inclusivity and accessibility for all.”

1. What did Sourabh find when searching for toys for his daughter?

A．Pockets often get damaged by toys.	B．Eco-friendly toys are hard to find.
C．Toys could bond him with his daughter.	D．Toys do good to cognitive development.

2. What aspect of The EleFant attracted Rahul Bhauwala most?

A．Its convenience.	B．Its delivery service.
C．Its popularity.	D．Its cheap rental price.

3. What will Sourabh focus on?

A．Producing more toys.	B．Expanding his company.
C．Making his service more accessible.	D．Donating toys to poor families.

4. Which words best describe Sourabh?

A．Successful and humorous.	B．Generous and modest.
C．Talented and creative.	D．Responsible and business-minded.

6 . Supermarkets, conservationists and farming groups have shown their concerns about pollution of the Wye, one of the UK’s longest rivers. “The pollution pressures upon the Wye are unacceptable and there was strong enthusiasm for cooperative action to resolve the problem.” said Craig Bennett, head of the Wildlife Trusts.

The pollution referred largely to runoff of the nutrient-rich waste matter produced by the 20 million-plus chickens near the river.

Bennett said: “We discussed how, if the Wye were a school or a hospital, we would be calling for it to be placed into ‘special measures’. We agreed the same level of urgency must be applied.”

Increasing concern led the local government to hold a discussion in May, when they promised to publish a plan for the Wye by the autumn. However, the local government’s push on the river was marred in June when the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs published a Wye video showing sea otters (海獺) rather than the river’s local European otters. The pollution of the Wye was not mentioned at all.

In July Bennett hosted a Wye round table in Powys, Wales, bringing together local groups, the Environment Agency, the chicken produce Avara Foodsr, regional branches of the National Farmers Union and local authorities. They agreed on a plan that included cutting the nutrient pollution “through a reduction in animal numbers” and other measures.

Bennett also wrote to Julie James, the Welsh Climate Change Minister, who said, “I share your concern for the health of the River Wye and other Welsh rivers.”

A supermarket chain said they are committed to protecting the river and engaging with their chicken suppliers to tackle water pollution. They have detailed management plans to make sure their suppliers are farming with care for the environment. A government spokesman said: “We are offering a wide range of support to farmers to speed up their transition to more sustainable practices and help protect this important site.”

1. Why does Bennett compare the Wye with a school or a hospital?

A．To call for urgent measures.	B．To stress the impacts of the river.
C．To show the importance of the river.	D．To urge people to protect the environment.

2. What is the probable meaning of the underlined word “marred” in Paragraph 4?

A．Destroyed.

B．Boosted

C．Perfected.

D．Emphasized.

3. What is agreed on at the round table?

A．Making a careful plan.	B．Reducing animal numbers.
C．Arousing people’s awareness.	D．Asking the government for money.

4. What can be the best title for the text?

A．Sea Otters Are under Attack for Possible Pollution

B．Cooperated Efforts Are Made to Protect the Wye

C．People Are Having More Environmental Awareness

D．More Measures Should Be Taken to Prevent Air Pollution

7 . 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。

When I woke up, I felt pains all over. A pool of sticky blood surrounded my head. I lay trapped in the bottom of n smooth-walled pit (坑) with an empty water bottle.

I thought of what had happened. I was climbing down the mountain as I was admiring the beautiful scenery. Accidentally. I stepped on a loose rock. Then I slipped, fell with the rock and got stuck somewhere below the top. It was getting dark in the pit. Only my mother knew where I’d gone. I promised to have lunch with her. Thinking of this. I took my phone out and dialed her number with shaking fingers. No service. The silence, which earlier I’d valued, was now horrible.

With a sharp pain in my head, I was terrified. I knew I’d fallen far, but I wasn’t sure where I was. I called 911 because I knew by the pain that my back was severely injured, if not broken. My ear was torn badly. There was still no service. I dug through my bag to assess my supplies and found a whistle and some wipes.

I put the whistle around my neck and blew, though I knew no one would hear me. It was 1:15 pm and I was miles from the town where I lived. I used the wipes to clean off as much blood as I could. I rested. Then I screamed, blew my whistle, and let myself think the unthinkable. What if they can’t find me? What if this is it?

I decided to get moving. I climbed through a small opening, but when I peered over the next edge, my heart sank: there was a 30-foot drop. There was no way down. I was trapped.

I knew with that extreme Arizona heat in the day and bitter desert cold at night, I wouldn’t last long. But I thought my mother was sure to call the police for help if she couldn’t get in touch with me. With a little hope, I prayed the police would send a helicopter (直升机) to my resecu.

注意: 1. 续写词数应为150左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

Around five hours later, a growing buzz (嗡嗡声) in the air broke the silence.

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Though the pilot saw me, it was difficult for the team to get to me.

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8 . 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。

The ZQ-2 Y3 rocket, developed by Chinese privately-owned aerospace company LandSpace,     1     (launch) into space on September 9th, 2023 from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, taking three satellites into orbit.

It is the second successful flight for the company with the ZQ-2 series rocket, the     2     (late) example of Chinese privately-owned aerospace companies sending satellites into orbit. The launch successfully delivered three commercial satellites into the     3     (plan) orbit about 460 kilometers above the Earth, further highlighting the     4     (mature) and stability of the ZQ-2 carrier rocket, and also     5     (mark) a step forward for the company and China’s commercial aerospace industry.

The ZQ-2 Y3 has     6     total length of 49.5 meters, which is capable of placing a 1.5-ton payload into a typical sun-synchronous orbit at about 500 kilometers above the Earth. Future models could ultimately increase the payload to four tons,     7     can facilitate the deployment (部署) of low earth orbit satellites and cargo spacecraft.

Now China is home     8     world-class enterprises in the fields of raw materials, electronic information, and equipment required for rocket manufacturing (制造).     9     (obvious), the rapid development of China’s commercial aerospace companies and the domestically developed rockets with cost advantages     10     (benefit) China’s Internet constellation (互联网星座) construction plan greatly in the future.

9 . Thinking about adopting a healthy lifestyle? Congratulations! There are so many reasons for adopting a healthy lifestyle. Here are some tips to help you get started with your new habits.

Before you begin, ask yourself some questions, what are your reasons for thinking about a healthier lifestyle?     1     Your why should reflect your values and what’s important to you. Knowing your specific why will help you to not just get started, but will help keep you focused and motivated as it guides your journey.

Focus on behaviors, not results.     2     But switching your focus from outcomes to the new habits you’re creating and actions you’re taking is more beneficial. It’s actually some daily health-promoting behaviors that will create change and can lead to the health outcomes you desire.

    3     Remember Rome wasn’t built in a day! And things like your eating habits, cooking skills, athletic abilities, and more won’t change overnight. This is also why you don’t need a long list telling you everything you need to stop doing. You just need to take the first step.

Remember it’s not all or nothing. A healthy lifestyle is never all or nothing.     4     So focus on eating foods and creating habits that make you feel good.

Can you do it forever? One of the most important things to ask yourself when building healthy habits is, “Can you do it for life?” Sure, you could probably stick to a diet for a short period, but can you see yourself doing that forever?     5    

A．Start small and take steady steps.

B．Why is doing this important for you?

C．Make a list of habits you want to build.

D．It’s okay to desire weight loss, or any other outcomes.

E．In a word, fasting is harmful and no one would like to do so.

F．If not, remember: temporary methods are equal to temporary results.

G．It’s about creating a healthy relationship with food and your body.

10 . NIH Summer Internship (实习生) Program in Biomedical Research (SIP)

This program is to provide a developmental training experience for promising high school students who have expressed a strong interest in or are studying disciplines related to biomedical sciences.

Applicants must be:

* 17 years of age or older

* high school seniors at the time of application

* able to pass the Federal background check

* within 40 miles of the NIH campus on which they will intern if they are 17 years of age (this requirement does not apply to applicants who are 18 and older)

* having American citizenship or permanent residency

For minors under 18 years of age, if required by state or local government law, work permits must be obtained. A written agreement of a parent or guardian is also required.

Complete your application

You must use the NIH Application Center to apply for this program:

1. After you complete the required sections of your profile, you will be asked to select a preferred program. Choose “Summer internships for high school students”.

2. You must select “Apply” next to “High School Summer Internship Program” for your application to be considered for this program.

3. To complete your application, import any relevant information from your profile.

You must also submit:

* Coursework & Exams—a list of coursework and grades

* CV/Resume (简历)—a list of your education, experience, and other relevant history

* Letter/Statement—a cover letter broadly describing your prior research experience, your current interests and career goals

* References—letters containing the names and contact information of two referees

1. What is the purpose of the program?

A．To provide training chances.	B．To offer teenagers job positions.
C．To inspire students’ interest in science.	D．To select promising high school students.

2. What is a requirement to participates in the program?

A．Having intern experience.	B．Majoring in biomedical science.
C．Living on or near the NIH campus.	D．Being U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

3. What must be included in the submission?

A．Application fee.	B．Reference books.
C．Personal photos.	D．Recommendation letters.