1 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What did the woman say about the handbag?

A．It cost her fifty dollars.

B．She paid full price for it last month.

C．She left it somewhere on the fifth floor.

2. What was one of the items in the woman’s handbag?

A．Her passport.

B．Her car keys.

C．Three hundred dollars cash.

3. What did the woman want to buy after she left the cafe?

A．Something to read.

B．Something to eat.

C．Something to listen to.

2 . 阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。

Shelly was a teenage girl full of energy and curiosity. She found herself in a familiar yet exciting situation as New Year’s Eve drew near. Her parents, busy doctors in the emergency department, were eager to spend the festive occasion with family at her grandparents’ house. Jason and Judy, Shelly’s loving grandparents, were excited to host the joyous celebration.

In the midst of the busy preparations, Shelly found herself alone in the attic(阁楼) , filled with old trunks and forgotten relics. As she searched through the dusty relics in the attic, her eyes caught a bronze item among the forgotten treasures. It was a Scout badge(童子军徽章) , her father’s from his youthful days as a Scout. This badge held a profound meaning, symbolizing her father’s adventurous spirit and dedication to service.

Eager to share her find, Shelly carefully put the badge into her pocket and rejoined the celebration. As the evening progressed, she proudly showed off the badge to her friends in the neighborhood, sharing tales of her father’s Scouting adventures. However, time flew by with laughter and joy. It was then that the badge slipped unnoticed from her grasp, disappearing into the dark night.

Panic stricken and heartbroken, Shelly quickly searched for the lost badge, checking every corner she had been. But the badge was nowhere to be found. Tears streamed down her face as she knew how disappointed her father would be if he knew she had lost his precious Scout badge. The loss of the badge was not just a physical loss, but a symbol of the connection she felt with her father and his past. Shelly’s world felt incomplete, and she prayed that somehow, she would find the badge and restore the broken bond. She decided to search the neighborhood again.

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。
But as time passed, Shelly’s hope of finding the badge began to fade.
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Together, father and daughter set out for the search.
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3 . In a highly technical world, there is something quite magical about the timelessness of the public library. And the impact and importance of libraries extends across decades, centuries even, dating back to 4th century BC in Athens.     1     They serve as community cornerstones and giving free access to books, resources, and information.

A study by Pew Research Center found that 94% of Americans agreed that having a public library improves the quality of life in a community, and 95% said that libraries give everyone a chance to succeed and promote a love for reading.     2     Here are a few of the reasons why they are so important.

Libraries promote education.

Beyond the free access to books and computers, many libraries also offer valuable services including tutoring, learning camps, and homeschooling resources. Many libraries host STEAM events for kids where they get to experience life as an astronaut, learning about the solar system and working together to build robotic, space-related projects.     3    

Libraries build a sense of community.

    4     So, whether you join a monthly book club or read book submissions from local authors, you’re broadening your horizons, making connections, and learning from other members — ones who you may have never crossed paths with otherwise.

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Original documents are digitized and maintained at libraries. This helps preserve the nation’s cultural heritage, as well as provide an opportunity to better understand others’ points of view. If you ever get the chance, visit the New York Public Library to explore its database of over 1,800 newspapers, magazines, and journals, all published between 1740 and 1940.

A．Libraries preserve history.

B．Libraries restore valuable documents.

C．Also they can work well for homeschooling families.

D．But the impact of public libraries is greater than expected.

E．Libraries are gaining popularity among young people today.

F．Libraries can break down barriers and bring people together.

G．Over time, libraries have developed into what we know them as today.

4 . I love watching football games and couldn’t help but notice how many footballers chew gum while playing! I always thought of it as a choking danger, so why would they risk it?

When we chew something, the receptors in our mouth that sense taste and pressure from the jaw movements start firing and sending electrical signals to the brain. These electrical nervous system signals move to the brain, which works to understand these signals. This added brain activity places the mind in a more attentive state, which is why focus and concentration are improved.

Additionally, chewing gum has been reported to decrease stress and anxiety levels. The brain activity stimulated (刺激) by chewing gum occurs mainly in the prefrontal cortex, the front part of the brain responsible for decision-making and emotional regulation. When chewing gum, the prefrontal cortex is activated, leading to the release of a “feel-good” neurotransmitter called dopamine (多巴胺). Dopamine is known to promote a sense of pleasure and reward, helping to relieve feelings of stress and anxiety.

So does this mean that the harder you chew, the better the focus levels? Yes…to an extent. Chewing harder gum does boost attention more than softer gum. Similarly, chewing flavored gum is better for cognitive (认知) functioning, as it activates more receptors in the mouth than chewing flavorless gum.

With lower stress levels and better focus, athletes have better decision-making abilities in the middle of the game. It also helps them keep their anxiety levels in check during big games. Chewing gum does give your body a little boost, lifting up your spirits. That explains why athletes prefer chewing gum while playing a sport. But for the sake of safety, you’d better chew just one piece to reduce the choking risk.

1. What does the underlined word “it” in paragraph 1 probably refer to?

A．Chewing gum during games.

B．Suffering from sports injuries.

C．Swallowing gum for pleasure.

D．Choking while watching games.

2. How can chewing help improve focus?

A．By affecting digestive system.

B．By releasing high pressure.

C．By adding muscle strength.

D．By stimulating the brain.

3. What does paragraph 3 mainly talk about?

A．Gum proves a healthy snack for athletes.

B．Chewing gum benefits mental health.

C．Dopamine contributes to better focus.

D．Brain activity helps relieve anxiety.

4. What is the author’s attitude to chewing gum?

A．Hopeful.

B．Supportive.

C．Doubtful.

D．Uncaring.

5 . Barbara Spiecke, now a research scientist at the University of New Hampshire, is deaf. As an undergraduate, she was surrounded by a mix of deaf and hearing colleagues. Luckily, she could use American Sign Language (ASL) - English interpreters provided by the university. It was a crucial support, but not without its challenges. ASL signs for complicated scientific topics don’t exist or haven’t yet been widely adopted. So, during her presentation, a large part of her focus was devoted to signing in a way that was most likely to avoid translation errors. The result was an accurate but awkward presentation.

Spiecker hopes other deaf scientists won’t have to go through the same thing. So, she co-founded an organization, Atomic Hands, in 2018 to light “wonder and curiosity” in STEM. She had a goal: to create videos teaching scientific concepts using both ASL signs and English closed captioning (字幕). Along the way, Atomic Hands and other organizations have boosted the visibility (可见度) of STEM-related signs, promoting community involvement to improve, and standardize them.

Since the foundation of Atomic Hands, a newer set of ASL signs for states of matter that visually explain the connections between them has gained broader acceptance. Atomic Hands did not create the signs—they came from the community—but the organization is sharing them via its online videos.

Spiecker encourages other scientists to experiment with new signs and to offer feedback, good and bad. “When I teach, I constantly remind them that the new signs I show them are not concrete,” Spiecker says. “If they don’t like it, let me know, and I’ll use a different sign.”

Spiecker’s goals also go beyond ASL. At last year’s Ecological Society of America conference, she presented a lecture on opportunities to diversify science communication, such as improving virtual access to conferences or creating audiobooks alongside printed products. Too often, she said, organizers only offer accommodations when it benefits the majority.

1. What troubled Spiecke as an undergraduate?

A．How to communicate with her deaf colleagues.

B．How to find a good ASL-English interpreter.

C．How to understand those complicated topics.

D．How to make her presentations get across.

2. What did Spiecke intend to do with Atomic Hands?

A．Create accessible STEM content.

B．Promote the quality of education.

C．Involve people in scientific research.

D．Invent a sign language for STEM study.

3. What can be learned from Spiecker’s words?

A．She is open to advice on the signs.

B．She loves teaching the deaf STEM.

C．She is doubtful about her present work.

D．She plans to adopt a new sign language.

4. Which of the following can best describe Spiecker?

A．Caring and creative.	B．Humorous and ambitious.
C．Generous and smart.	D．Determined and proud.

6 . 前进的唯一办法是摆脱过去。（break，非谓语动词做定语和表语）(汉译英)
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7 . 想象一下有机会去太空旅行。(opportunity) (汉译英)
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8 . 这个小镇被很多树木和群山包围。（surround）(汉译英)
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9 . 根据上下文语境，选用方框中单词或词组的正确形式填空，有一个多余的选项。

mission,       minority,       explore,       orbit,       define, seek one’s fortune,       astronaut,       finance,       carry on

Although scientists try to make sure nothing goes wrong, accidents can still happen. All the     1     on the Soyuz 11, Challenger, and Columbia spacecrafts died during their     2    . However, while these disasters brought much sadness and disappointment, the desire     3     the universe did not die. This is because people believe in the importance of     4     space exploration despite the huge risks.

I went to Dali, Yunnan Province, which is a district of diverse     5     and has a mild climate. It would be a     6     super experience. At first, I thought there would be a large percentage of constructions made of primitive materials due to     7     difficulty. However, it turned out that the downtown area contained neat bars in which jazz was played. Many people are immigrants from other places. Some come     8     or (to) earn a living while others settle down to escape from the cold north of China.

10 . 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 Asian Para Games is the largest multi-sport event for the disabled in Asia. Up to now, the organizers     1     (host) it three times successfully. The torch relay for the fourth Asian Para Games     2     (official) started on Thursday in the city of Hangzhou in East China’s Zhejiang province, with many torchbearers     3     (run) along a relay route on the first day.

The launch ceremony kicked off     4     Thursday morning at Xiushui Square near the lake of Qiandao,     5     must-see tourist site in Hangzhou’s Chun’an county. The torch was relayed in the counties of Jiande, Tonglu, Fuyang and Xiaoshan along the Xin’an, Fuchun and Qiantang rivers, which all have world-class cultural tourism     6     (attraction). The torch finally arrived at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center to light up the main torch tower on Sunday.

Athlete Tan Yujiao,     7     was the first torchbearer among a total of 600 torchbearers, told the reporters on Thursday that she felt extremely honored and excited     8     (hold) the heavy torch.

As 188 torchbearers were representatives with a disability, intelligent bionic (仿生学的) hands and legs as well as intelligent guide dogs     9     (use) during the torch relay.

“We wish to convey the idea that technology can be much     10     (convenient) to the lives of disabled people,” said Du Zuofeng, deputy (副的) commander of the Hangzhou Asian Para Games Torch Relay Command Center.