1 . It is claimed that, on average, one in five of school-aged children in Britain have a first language other than English. These languages are often labelled as “community languages” with some of them identified as the “languages for the future” in terms of supply and demand. For instance, the top five “languages for the future” are Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, French, Arabic and German. Yet, numerous reports point out, support for the community languages in the UK education system, from early years to further and higher education, is seriously lacking.

Part of the problem is the labelling. Languages that are part of the school and university curriculum are usually called “modern languages”. The classification of which language is a modern language for schools, and which is a community language seems somewhat unreasonable and largely a result of the history of language teaching in this country. It is also connected to Britain’s relationship with and attitudes towards the rest of the world. Languages of immigrants from outside Europe are community languages, whereas those from within Europe are modern languages.

It is high time to critically reflect whether it is still necessary and useful to categorize languages. The language curriculum for schools and universities should be broadened to include community languages. We must not forget that many of the so-called community languages in Britain are major national and international languages. We need to have a global perspective on languages. The inclusion of community languages in the education system can also have the added benefits of strengthening community ties by valuing the languages of minority groups.

In the meantime, a word of caution is needed as for the identification of languages “languages for the future”. It is usually done based on the roles specific languages play in the UK’s future prosperity, security and influence in the world. While that maybe an admirable objective, it could potentially lead to a rank of usefulness among different languages, with some being regarded as more useful, and therefore will receive more institutional support than others. However, a Global Britain needs to invest in upgrading and expanding its multilingual capacity. A person who knows more than one language can get more benefits in their future life. And that should begin by showing respect for the multilingual talents in different communities.

1. What can we learn about community languages in Britain?

A．They don’t obtain sufficient support.

B．They don’t have distinctive elements.

C．They are recognized based on preference.

D．They are emphasized in higher education.

2. Which of the following languages can be labelled as a “modern language”?

A．Korean.

B．Arabic.

C．Mandarin Chinese.

D．Danish.

3. What can be inferred from the last paragraph?

A．A Global Britain needs the identification of languages.

B．The UK’s future prosperity relies on “languages for the future”.

C．Confirming the usefulness of different languages deserves a try.

D．Multilingual capacity will likely contribute to one’s future life.

4. What’s the author’s attitude towards the classification of languages in Britain?

A．Disapproving.

B．Indifferent.

C．Tolerant.

D．Favorable.

2 . In a heartwarming rescue operation off the coast of Houston-Galveston, a U.S. CoastGuard team discovered an unexpected passenger during a routine inspection of shipping containers. The team, led by Petty Officer 2nd Class McMahon, were astonished when they heard barking and scratching coming from one of the containers.

As they cautiously opened the container, they were greeted by the sight of a small, furry face — a dog trapped inside the dark space. The dog seemed remarkably calm and happy to be liberated from her limited quarters.

“As soon as we opened it, we could see the little dog’s face poking out,” McMahon said. “She just seemed happy more than anything, to be out of that dark space and in the arms of people that were going to take care of her.”

Further investigation by Coast Guard officials revealed that Connie had been trapped in the container for at least eight days, deprived of food and water. The container, filled with deserted vehicles intended for overseas sales, had likely originated from a junkyard.

“So based on that, they think that the dog most likely was in a junkyard, in a car. And that how she accidentally got put in the container,” Chief Petty Officer Corinne Zilnicki said.

Grateful for being in the right place at the right time, McMahon expressed the urgency of the situation. “It would take at least another week to get to where she was going and two weeks without food or water. I don’t think she would have made it,” he said.

Forever Changed Animal Rescue has taken her in, diligently working to nurse her back to health and prepare her for adoption.

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

A．Chained.

B．Released.

C．Protected.

D．Inspected.

2. Where did Connie probably stay before being loaded on a ship?

A．At a deserted parking lot.	B．Off the local coast.
C．In an unusable vehicle.	D．In a limited container.

3. What might happen to Connie in the future?

A．Being sold overseas.	B．Starving to death.
C．Living with a family.	D．Being trapped in a junkyard.

4. What can be a suitable title for the text?

A．An Unexpected Passenger	B．A Touching Rescue
C．An Abandoned Dog	D．A Remarkable Team

3 . A new study by Park, the UCLA economist, shows that the relationship between heat and human behavior extends well beyond violence.

Park’s research involved students in New York City sitting for standardized subject-specific high school exams at the temperatures varying from 15℃ to almost 37℃. Then, the research team looked at scores for almost 1 million students and about 4.5 million exams from 1999 to 2011.The analysis of the scores confirmed that students who take the exam on an approximately 32℃ day are 10 percent less likely to pass a given subject than if they had taken that exam on a 24℃ day.

Park and colleagues also looked at how hot temperatures might affect students’ performance across the country. This time, they zoomed in on the PSAT, a standardized exam administered to high schoolers in October that measures college readiness and provides a pathway to scholarships. They evaluated 21 million scores from nearly 10 million students who took the exam at least twice from 1998 to 2012.That way, the researchers could compare how students performed relative to themselves. The team also related exam scores with daily temperature data from around 3, 000weather stations across the country, as well as information about each student’s access to air conditioning. They found students in schools without air conditioning scored lower than would have been expected.

That sort of performance decline doesn’t just happen in academic settings; it extends to the workforce too. Tewari, whole d another team, observed workers from roughly one to nine years, depending on the industry. They discovered when temperatures climbed beyond 35℃, average daily production in the weaving factory dropped by about 2 percent and in the garment sewing factory by as much as 8 percent, compared with days under 30℃.

Based on Tewari’s discovery, the Park’s team scaled up to industries across America. By observing workers in different factories and analyzing national survey data, they found that productivity started dropping when average daily maximum temperatures rose above 20℃.The researchers’ calculations suggest that average annual output will decrease by 2.1 percent if average daily temperatures warm by 1℃ overcurrent conditions; annual gross domestic product, or the value of goods and services produced in a single year, would drop by 3 percent

1. What are the Park’s research findings mainly based on?

A．Data analysis.

B．In-depth interviews.

C．Case study.

D．Literature review.

2. What did Park’s team do when focusing on the PSAT?

A．They evaluated how hard students prepared for the PSAT.

B．They provided a pathway for 10 million students to scholarships.

C．They considered the factor of students’ access to air conditioning.

D．They compared the performances of students across the world.

3. Why does the author mention Tewari’s research?

A．To conduct a comparative experiment.

B．To give more theoretical foundation.

C．To argue against the existing research.

D．To further support the study findings.

4. What does the text mainly talk about?

A．The impact of heal on students’ exam scores.

B．The effect of temperature on human behavior.

C．The influence of heat on a declining workforce.

D．The link between heat and industry production.

4 . Composting At Home

Any gardener can benefit from adding nutrients and organic matter to the soil to help plants grow strongly and vigorously.     1    . Check out these simple steps to starting your own compost pile.

●Combine green and brown materials

    2    . This forms the “green layer” that provides plenty of carbon for the microorganisms to breakdown. Anytime you do yard chores, collect dried plant materials like fallen leaves wood shavings, grass and plant clippings and dump them into the compost bin. This forms the “brown layer”, which provides lots of the nitrogen necessary for the composting process.

●Water your compost pile

Usually rainfall is enough to keep it damp, but in a dry summer you might have to spray it with water. Don’t add too much water or the microorganisms in your compost pile will become waterlogged and be drowned.     3    

●    4    

Air is vital to the composting process, so it’s important to mix the ingredients in together, and never press them flat. You should turn the pile periodically with a garden fork and keep it damp. This step provides oxygen, and the dampness assures the survival of the microorganisms, which need moisture to live.

●Feed your garden with compost

When the compost pile no longer gives off heat and becomes dry, brown, and crumbly, it’s fully cooked and ready to feed to the garden. Add about 4 to 6 inches of compost to your flower beds and a thick layer to the top of pots at the beginning of each planting season.

Composting at home is easy and environmentally friendly.     5    . With some kitchen scraps, yard debris, and some patience, you’ll have the most beautiful garden in the neighbourhood.

A．Stir your compost pile regularly

B．Harvest your finished compost

C．Plus, it’s a treat for your garden

D．If this happens, your pile will breakdown instead of compost

E．Almost anything you chop in the kitchen can go in the compost bin

F．One of the most popular and beneficial substances to add is compost

G．Once your pile is setup, maintaining it takes just a few minutes each week

5 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入一个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Since last year a fascinating new phenomenon     1     (sweep) through major cities across China — the explosive rise of night schools catering to young professionals. Usually with one class a week, these schools offer short learning courses regarding     2     (subject) from dancing to vocal training, from traditional handicrafts, beauty, and fitness classes, to wine tasting and vlog filming, and the list of possibilities for new learning experiences is seemingly     3     (limit).

The pacesetter has been the Shanghai Night School, which offers 12 classes     4     (lead) by masters in their fields for only 500RMB ($70). When Shanghai’s autumn 2023 semester enrollment began, a striking number of students, approximately 650, 000,    5    (immediate) flooded on to the registration website. Soon the trend     6     (follow) by some major cities like Beijing, Xi’an, and Shenzhen, which launched their own distinctive night schools.

These night schools do not just provide standard academic content,     7     are tapping into the personal passions and unfulfilled dreams of China’s urban youth. Yang Song, a student at Shanghai Night School, said, “I have many hobbies and I want to learn all the things     8     I didn’t take the time to learn when I was studying in the past.”

For ambitious yet overworked urban professionals, these schools also promise self-cultivation, community bonding, and most importantly, a happy environment     9     (lack) in the irregular workplaces, which seems to offer an escape     10     the burnout workplaces, even only for a few hours each week.

6 . If you want to help kids get creative and use their imaginations, a family trip to one of the best kids’ museums in Sydney will do the trick!

Powerhouse Museum

The Powerhouse Museum is the perfect place for inquisitive kids to have a hands-on, interactive experience. This kids’ museum in Sydney boasts a unique and diverse collection of objects that spans history, science, technology, and programs designed to engage children and young people. Plus, it’s FREE.

Sydney Tramway Museum

The Sydney Tramway Museum stands as a cherished homage to the city’s iconic tram network. From the elegant wooden carriages of the early 20th century to the sleek and modern designs of later years, the museum offers a comprehensive journey through the evolution of tram transport. There, you’ll have a chance to ride on one of the historic trams during your visit!

Newcastle Museum

The Newcastle Museum provides a fascinating insight into the region’s history, culture, and industry. Engage with interactive displays, learn about the city’s coal mining heritage, and discover exhibitions that highlight the diverse stories of its people. It has an exciting calendar of events that change regularly and include free exhibitions and kids’ activities.

Questacon, Canberra

Generations of Australians is r have enjoyed the delights of this fascinating science and technology museum, which opened in 1988. Highlights include feeling the force of an earthquake, seeing lightning illuminate the room and peeking inside a beehive. Younger kids will enjoy Mini Q—a custom-built play space for children up to six years old.

1. Which museum offers the rail ride experience?

A．Questacon, Canberra.	B．Powerhouse Museum.
C．Newcastle Museum.	D．Sydney Tramway Museum.

2. What do Powerhouse Museum and Newcastle Museum have in common?

A．They set activity calendars for visitors.	B．They help explore how the locals live.
C．They offer some interactive fun.	D．They give visitors an insight into mining.

3. What can visitors do at Questacon, Canberra?

A．Learn the cultural heritage.	B．Experience natural phenomena
C．Enjoy fascinating collections.	D．Engage in some space games.

7 . 随着电影《热辣滚烫》（“YOLO”）的热映，全国范围掀起了一场健身热潮。请以“Exercise Leads to a Better Life”为题为校英文报写一篇文章，介绍自己在繁忙的高三生活中，依然坚持锻炼身体。内容包括：
1.介绍全民健身热潮；
2.你如何锻炼身体；
3.锻炼身体的意义。
注意：1.写作词数应为80个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

Exercise Leads to a Better Life

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8 . 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。

“I have something important I would like to read to you,” Ava told her parents. They were sitting side by side on the couch as she stood in front of them. They looked at each other a little cautiously, but smiled. Ava took that as a good sign.

“In school,” she told them, “we’ve been working on persuasive essays. My teacher said that in order to persuade people you have to have reasons and evidence. You can’t just say the same thing over and over again.”

“Well that’s certainly true,” her father said. But Ava wasn’t done yet. “My essay is called Why I Am Responsible and Ready for a Cell Phone,” she continued, smiling as she read.

It had been a problem for months. All three of her best friends received cellphones for Christmas. But Ava’s parents would just shake their heads whenever she asked them.

For weeks it seemed like there was nothing she could do. But then, a week ago, they had started working on writing persuasive essays at school. It occurred to her that why not write a persuasive essay?

For a whole week, she’d worked on her persuasive essay, coming up with all the reasons why she should have a cell phone. She was confident that this essay was the best thing that she had ever written. There was no way her parents wouldn’t be persuaded.

“Alright Ava,” her mom said. “We both wanted to wait until you were older to get you a cell phone.” “But, Ava, since you think you are ready for it, this weekend you shall get it. But we want you to understand, a cellphone is not all just fun and games,” her Dad said. “This is a high responsibility.” He started to list all of the ways that she had to be responsible with her phone, but Ava wasn’t listening anymore. She was too busy trying to decide what apps she could download. On the weekend, her plan worked! She had a cellphone!

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。

She couldn’t wait to show it to her friends.

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She thought maybe, just maybe, she wasn’t ready for a phone yet.

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9 . Being a teacher, I learned a lot from my little kids full of wisdom.

One Friday afternoon, the sports field was in full swing. The basketball shooting game _________ us most. A large crowd of students, happy and excited, surrounded the court and _________ the impressive shooting. Then I _________ one of my darling little girls, who wouldn’t take anything lightly. She stood at the line, basketball in hand, with a(an) _________ expression on her face. She shot. Air ball. She fixed her attention on the net and _________ again. Air ball. Her third and fourth shots both failed again. Not one of her five shots even came close to the _________.

Poor little kid! I felt _________ her.

Back in the classroom, we decided to talk about all the fun we’d had in the game. _________, my tiny air baller raised her hand. What? What did she want to _________? She got five air balls! She must have got me wrong.

Then, she said, “I was __________ about that basketball game at first because I’d never played it before. But when I tried my best to shoot higher and higher, I felt I was already the __________!” With her words still echoing in the air, a wave of __________ washed over me. I had placed too much emphasis on the game’s __________, rather than __________ her progress in the process. From her, I learned that any progress, no matter how __________, deserves celebration.

1.

A．attracted

B．confused

C．changed

D．shaped

2.

A．hunted for

B．cheered for

C．argued about

D．complained about

3.

A．approached

B．spotted

C．stopped

D．met

4.

A．amazed

B．annoyed

C．serious

D．curious

5.

A．pressed

B．passed

C．climbed

D．shot

6.

A．line

B．ball

C．net

D．court

7.

A．sorry for

B．happy for

C．proud of

D．tired of

8.

A．Unfortunately

B．Undoubtedly

C．Unwillingly

D．Unexpectedly

9.

A．catch

B．share

C．gain

D．know

10.

A．nervous

B．certain

C．careless

D．optimistic

11.

A．performer

B．loser

C．winner

D．leader

12.

A．warmth

B．delight

C．shame

D．relief

13.

A．fairness

B．outcome

C．rules

D．schedules

14.

A．displaying

B．investigating

C．maintaining

D． appreciating

15.

A．rapid

B．great

C．steady

D．small