1 . Once there was a boy named Jack who lived with his family on a farm. They had a beautiful dog Buddy who would go down to the _________ for hours every day in the spring and summer with the boy to practice retrieving (衔回) various items. The boy wanted to prepare his dog for any possibilities that may come up during duck season because he wanted his dog to be the best _________ dog in the whole county.

Jack held a deep _________ for hunting, particularly during the eagerly expected duck season. Determined to _________ Buddy into the finest hunting companion in the region, Jack devoted himself to strict training sessions.

As autumn blanketed the landscape, signaling the _________ of duck season, Jack and Buddy eagerly went to their favorite spot by the pond. With expectation in the air, Jack _________ awaited the first flock of ducks. With _________ aim, Jack successfully brought down a duck with his trusty rifle (步枪). To his much _________, Buddy showed an extraordinary skill — gliding (滑翔) effortlessly across the water’s surface to fetch the fallen duck.

Keen to _________ this remarkable sight, Jack invited his neighbor, Mr. Thompson, to __________ Buddy’s incredible talent the following morning. However, Mr. Thompson’s response was __________. Instead of wondering at Buddy’s astonishing __________, he focused on Buddy’s lack of swimming skills.

Even though Mr. Thompson __________, Jack stayed determined. This experience taught him a valuable lesson about determination. It __________ him to keep a positive attitude during __________ times. This showed that true success comes from self-belief and pushing through challenges.

1.

A．valley

B．stream

C．road

D．pond

2.

A．fighting

B．play

C．guide

D．hunting

3.

A．secret

B．influence

C．passion

D．breath

4.

A．train

B．remove

C．order

D．feed

5.

A．end

B．beginning

C．meaning

D．truth

6.

A．gratefully

B．patiently

C．curiously

D．worriedly

7.

A．familiar

B．accurate

C．strange

D．free

8.

A．disappointment

B．amusement

C．amazement

D．embarrassment

9.

A．report

B．enjoy

C．share

D．catch

10.

A．witness

B．improve

C．explore

D．help

11.

A．unexpected

B．sad

C．intense

D．nervous

12.

A．ability

B．error

C．trouble

D．nature

13.

A．approved

B．missed

C．doubted

D．failed

14.

A．forced

B．offered

C．warned

D．reminded

15.

A．meaningful

B．tough

C．dangerous

D．happy

2 . Eradajere Oleita, a 26-year-old student and environmental advocate from Detroit, has designed an innovative (创新的) solution to settle two urgent problems in her community: waste and poverty. Known as the Chip Bag Project, Oleita encourages local snack enthusiasts to donate their empty chip bags instead of throwing them away. These donated bags are then transformed into sleeping bags for the homeless.

Chip consumers can drop off their empty bags from popular brands like Doritos and Lays at specific locations in Detroit, including a print shop and a clothing store. Here, Oleita and her team of volunteers collect the bags, clean them thoroughly with soapy hot water, and carefully press them together. They reuse stuffing and liners from old coats to line the insides of the sleeping bags.

Creating each sleeping bag is a labor-intensive process, taking approximately four hours of sewing and requiring anywhere from 150 to 300 chip bags, depending on their size. The resulting sleeping bags are said to be resistant to water, light in weight, and convenient to transport.

Since its beginning in 2020, the Chip Bag Project has successfully collected over 800,000 chip bags and has produced 110 sleeping bags as of last December. While it may seem simpler to raise funds to purchase new sleeping bags, Oleita and her dedicated volunteers are driven by a shared mission — to make a social impact while also dealing with environmental concerns.

Furthermore, the project carries symbolic significance by rescuing chip bags that would otherwise end up in landfills and reusing them to aid the homeless. This initiative underscores the interconnectedness of environmental issues and poverty, serving as a powerful reminder of the need to deal with these challenges collectively. As Oleita states, “I think it’s time to show connections between all of these issues.”

1. What inspired Oleita to start the Chip Bag Project?

A．Her interest in sewing and crafting.

B．Her passion for environmental activism.

C．Her desire to address both waste and poverty.

D．Her enthusiasm for snacks like Doritos and Lays.

2. How are the chip bags collected for the project?

A．By purchasing them from community stores.

B．By organizing cleanup events in the community.

C．By encouraging local businesses to donate them.

D．By urging local residents to donate their empty bags.

3. What are the three main characteristics of the resulting sleeping bags?

A．Expensive, colorful, and stylish.

B．Durable, heavy, and difficult to carry.

C．Expensive, luxurious, and fashionable.

D．Waterproof, lightweight, and easy to carry.

4. Which words best describe Oleita?

A．Selfless and energetic.	B．Devoted and innovative.
C．Hardworking and responsible.	D．Talented and enthusiastic.

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。

Why are our body’s comfortable temperatures always     1     (low) in comparison to our human body temperatures?

Our bodies generate heat through muscle movement, and     2     (maintain) a specific temperature is crucial for our well-being. However, both too much heat and cold can pose risks, potentially affecting enzymatic (酶的) functions. Therefore, our bodies struggle to maintain     3     delicate balance. Various     4     (process), such as blowing warm air, sweating, and regulating blood flow close     5     the skin, help in breaking up heat. Consequently, our bodies are constantly working to regulate temperature.

Additionally, humidity (湿度) influences our body’s ability to regulate temperature. Moreover, our metabolic (新陈代谢) systems play a vital role in responding to temperature changes. Generally, individuals with higher activity levels and muscle mass tend     6     (have) healthier metabolic systems. For example,     7     (that) with rapid metabolism may feel comfortable even in hot temperatures, whereas those with weaker metabolism may feel     8     (uncomfortable) hot.

To sum this up, the reason why our body’s comfortable air temperature     9     (be) always not higher than the human body’s temperature is that we keep on producing heat from the body     10     combining that with natural heat, plus the clothes we wear also provide some more heat. These factors make our body’s temperature always higher than the comfortable air temperature.

4 . 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。

A woman remarried a man from Mexico. She already had a 16-year-old daughter named Bethany, while her husband had a 14-year-old daughter named Maria. Maria and Bethany had been in each other’s lives since they were children. Their relationship as stepsisters was good until recently.

The entire family was busy planning Maria’s Quinceanera (成人礼). The woman’s husband and his ex-wife joined forces to get her a beautiful dress to celebrate the occasion. In total, the dress cost $3,000.

Bethany made it clear that she was jealous (嫉妒的) of the party. Her mom had to make her understand that in Mexican culture, a Quinceanera was a great deal, just like how she had a sweet sixteen party. However, Bethany kept comparing her party to that of Maria’s. It was a massive issue for her, and it reflected in the way she behaved around everyone at home.

Knowing how it made Bethany feel, the mom tried to spend more time with her daughter to assure her that she wasn’t being disregarded. They even got her a lovely dress for the Quinceanera, but much cheaper than Maria’s dress.

Two weeks before the big day, Maria and Bethany got into an argument regarding the TV. Bethany retaliated (报复) against her stepsister by tearing off the back part of her Quinceanera dress. After finding out what Bethany did, everyone was angry. The mom couldn’t believe what her daughter did and quickly gave her husband and his ex-wife money to get a new dress.

The mom told Bethany that she needed to get a job to pay back the total price of the dress. It was her punishment for such an unreasonable act against her stepsister. However, Bethany claimed her mom was unfair by choosing Maria over her. This made the mom question whether she was in the wrong for giving her daughter no choice but to find a job. She wrote about the story online, hoping to get opinions from others on whether what she did was wrong.

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

To her surprise, she got everybody’s support.

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Finally, the mom was determined to teach her 16-year-old a lesson.

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5 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why does the woman say thanks to the man?

A．He is driving her around.

B．He introduced a friend to her.

C．He recommended a job to her.

2. What do we know about the first flat?

A．It is far from the supermarket.

B．It has an old-fashioned kitchen.

C．It is unaffordable for the woman.

3. What do the two girls most probably want to do?

A．Sell their apartment.

B．Look for a roommate.

C．Share a room with the woman.

6 . Research suggests that confidence is important to health and psychological well-being. But developing and maintaining confidence isn’t easy and it’s an easy thing to lose when you feel like you’ve failed or made a mistake.     1    .

Stop Comparing Yourself to Others

Do you compare how you look to people around you? Or do you compare your salary to what your friend earns? Making comparisons is natural. But it isn’t likely to help boost your self-confidence.     2    . When you notice that you are drawing comparisons, remind yourself that doing so isn’t helpful. Everyone is running their own race and life isn’t a competition.

Surround Yourself With Positive People

The people you spend time with can influence your thoughts and attitudes about yourself, perhaps more than you realize.     3    . If you feel bad about yourself after hanging out with a particular person, it may be time to say goodbye. Instead, surround yourself with people who love you and want the best for you.

    4    

Self-talk that is optimistic can help you overcome self-doubt and take on new challenges. The next time you begin to think that you have no business speaking up in a meeting or that you are too out-of-shape to work out, remind yourself that your thoughts aren’t always accurate. Then find a way to turn those thoughts around into more positive self-talk.

Set Realistic Goals

The more you achieve your goals, the greater your confidence in yourself and your abilities. To set realistic goals, write down what you want to achieve.     5    . If the answer is slim to none, the goal may be a bit too high. Dial (调整) it back so it is more realistic and more achievable.

A．Be Kind to Yourself

B．Practice Positive Self-Talk

C．It may even have the opposite effect

D．So, pay attention to how others make you feel

E．Next, ask yourself what chance you have of achieving it

F．Here are a few positive effects of learning how to be confident

G．Fortunately, there are several ways you can increase your self-confidence

7 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What can the students read in the No.1 Reading Room?

A．Books in Chinese.

B．Books in foreign languages.

C．Newspapers and magazines.

2. Where is the No.3 Reading Room?

A．On the first floor.

B．On the second floor.

C．On the third floor.

3. Which is for teachers only?

A．The No.2 Reading Room.

B．The No.4 Reading Room.

C．The Reference Materials Center.

4. How long can the students keep the books?

A．For two weeks.

B．For a month.

C．For five weeks.

8 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why does Sarah feel sad?

A．She has lost her cat.

B．She has quarreled with her friend.

C．The schoolwork is so hard for her.

2. What does Mr. Thompson advise Sarah to do?

A．Get a new cat.

B．Look for Tony.

C．Read a book.

3. What does Sarah promise to do?

A．Get home early.

B．Focus on her lessons.

C．Talk to Miss Lennon.

9 . In Paris, you only need to see the Louvre, right? Wrong! There’s so much more to see in one of the world’s greatest cities for arts and culture! In this article, discover the best museums to visit in Paris.

Louis Vuitton Foundation

The architecture of this building alone makes a visit worth it. The building was designed by famous architect Frenk Gehry. There are works of art by Jean-Michel Basquiat, Ellsworth Kelly, Olafur Eliasson, Gilbert & George, Jeff Koons, and many others. The admission ticket costs€16.

Hours: Mon-Sat, 10:00 am-6:00 pm (closed Sundays)

Paris Museum of Modern Art

The museum has a few huge works of art and a ton of other eye-catchers. It is technically free to visit, but they ask for a non-mandatory (非强制性的) donation of €5 to see the permanent artworks.

Hours: Tues—Sun, 10:00 am—6:00 pm (closed Mondays)

Musée National Picasso-Paris

The museum is home to thousands of Picasso works. Unlike the Rodin Museum, which contains works from many artists, the Picasso Museum keeps its collection closely tied to the master. The admission ticket costs€14.

Hours: Tues—Fri,10:00 am—6:30 pm; Sat and Sun, 9:30 am—6:00 pm (closed Mondays)

Musée Marmottan Monet

Similar to the Picasso Museum, the Monet Museum is mostly about Monet. The museum is only what it is today thanks to Michel Monet’s famous donation of his father’s remaining works of art. Admissions will run you from€9 to€14.

Hours: Tues—Sun,10:00 am—6:00 pm, late nights on Thursdays until 9:00 pm (closed Mondays).

1. Who was the designer of Louis Vuitton Foundation?

A．Frenk Gehry.

B．Ellsworth Kelly.

C．Olafur Eliasson.

D．Jeff Koons.

2. How much do a couple have to pay to enter Musée National Picasso-Paris?

A．€10.

B．€18.

C．€28.

D．€32.

3. When can you enter Musée Marmottan Monet?

A．At 6:00 pm on Monday.	B．At 9:30 am on Thursday.
C．At 10:00 pm on Saturday.	D．At 10:00 am on Sunday.

10 . In a heartwarming turn of events, a two-year-old girl who had gone lost in Newberry County was found safe and sound after a careful search. The young child had last been _________ at about 3:00 pm, lying beside her mother, but was reported _________ later in the day.

What followed was a remarkable chain of events that led to her safe _________.

Around 6:00 pm, the situation took a hopeful turn when a deer _________ in the area heard the cries of the lost child. _________ quickly, the hunter _________ an emergency call to the Newberry County 911, reporting the child’s _________.

Newberry County 911 operators sprang into action, _________ advanced mapping technology to _________ locate the coordinates (坐标) provided by the hunter. This __________ information was then immediately sent to a South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) helicopter and the county’s devoted first responders, who were already on their way.

With the location data __________, a search team was quickly sent to the __________ area, situated nearly a mile away from the child’s home. The hunter and the two-year-old were found, safe and __________, in the dense forest. The __________ of these responders finally led to a heartwarming __________.

1.

A．recognized

B．seen

C．checked

D．saved

2.

A．safe

B．dead

C．missing

D．sick

3.

A．rescue

B．arrival

C．journey

D．departure

4.

A．lover

B．raiser

C．protector

D．hunter

5.

A．Leaving

B．Adapting

C．Reacting

D．Writing

6.

A．placed

B．forgot

C．answered

D．presented

7.

A．progress

B．location

C．need

D．identity

8.

A．introducing

B．providing

C．developing

D．using

9.

A．creatively

B．mostly

C．accurately

D．likely

10.

A．useless

B．crucial

C．wrong

D．cheap

11.

A．in hand

B．in return

C．in secret

D．in order

12.

A．parking

B．crowded

C．playing

D．wooded

13.

A．uneducated

B．bored

C．unharmed

D．confused

14.

A．purposes

B．efforts

C．words

D．stories

15.

A．gift

B．movie

C．tradition

D．reunion