1 . 专注于画画，Peter没有注意到夜幕正在降临。(absorb; approach) (汉译英)
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2 . 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。

In the city of Nanjing, 300 captive-bred (圈养的) Chinese sturgeon (鲟), along with other rare fish, were released into the     1     (long) river in the country.

It marked the first time the first-class state-protected animal had been released in the Nanjing section of the Yangtze River. Some 4,000 mullets (鲻鱼), a species under second-class state protection, were released     2     the same time.

These released sturgeon, which     3     (raise) through artificial breeding (人工养殖), are generally 15 months old,     4     (measure) between 50 cm to 80 cm. Each of these sturgeon is equipped with a harmless transponder (应答器) to track their whereabouts.

Nicknamed “aquatic (水栖的) pandas”, Chinese sturgeon     5     (exist) for more than 140 million years. However, the population of the species in the Yangtze fell     6     (sharp) in the late 20th century due to human activities.

Releasing artificially bred sturgeon is     7     (benefit) to the reproduction and recovery of the species’ wild population in the Yangtze River. Since a 10-year fishing ban took effect in the waters of the Yangtze River in 2021, the population of rare aquatic     8     (creature) has increased. For example, a scientific investigation,     9     was conducted by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs in 2022, showed that     10     number of Yangtze finless porpoises (江豚) had passed 1,200, up 23.42 percent from five years ago.

3 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. When did Helen Perry go on stage?

A．In 1869.

B．In 1862.

C．In 1847.

2. Which of the following was difficult in Helen Perry’s acting life?

A．Controlling her voice.

B．Performing small roles.

C．Learning the dialogue lines.

3. What does the speaker think of Helen Perry’s throat operation?

A．Risky.

B．Worthwhile.

C．Meaningless.

4. What brought Helen Perry the most pleasure?

A．Her great talent in writing.

B．Approval from the audience.

C．Exchange of letters with a writer.

4 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the woman doing?

A．Having a job interview.

B．Hosting a TV program.

C．Doing an environment test.

2. What does Kevin probably work for?

A．A TV station.

B．A cleaning company.

C．A sea animal rescue centre.

3. What happened in the disaster?

A．The whales couldn’t swim.

B．Birds died of a rare disease.

C．The fish were covered with oil.

4. Why did Kevin choose his job?

A．He wanted to catch more fish.

B．He liked swimming in the ocean.

C．He was interested in the ocean system.

5 . Ever thought making a baby cry or even chasing after cheese would become a widely celebrated festival? Check out the most unusual, unique festivals from around the world.

Las Bolas de Fuego, El Salvador

Each year on 31st August, residents of Nejapa gather around to throw fireballs in memory of the 1658 El Playon volcanic eruption. Participants divide themselves into two teams to paint their faces like skulls and begin the festival by throwing fireballs at each other. Though dangerous, Las Bolas de Fuego has been running for more than 100 years now.

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Underwater Music Festival, Florida

Florida Underwater Music Festival held in July has been running for more than 25years, welcoming divers all over the world with the aim to create awareness for coral preservation. The event houses ocean-themed songs streaming live from underwater speakers along with musician-divers playing odd instruments giving a visual treat for all.

Participation: Ticketed Event

Boryeong Mud Festival, South Korea

200 kilometres from Seoul, Boryeong is widely popular for its mud. cosmetics (化妆品). What began as marketing event in 1998 later turned into a famous festival, drawing in millions of visitors every year. The annual festival held in July runs ten days straight housing a series of activities such as mud pools, mudslides and mud skiing.

Participation: Ticketed Event

Lopburi Monkey Banquet, Thailand

With the aim to bring good luck to the area and its people, the Lopburi Province prepares a grand feast made up of 4,000 kilograms of fruits and vegetables that feed 2,000-3,000 macaque monkeys every year. The festival first occurred in 1989, run by a local businessman who thought of this unique way to pay gratitude to monkeys and also bring in tourism — luckily for him and the monkeys, it worked!

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1. How do people in Nejapa celebrate Las Bolas de Fuego?

A．By painting volcanoes.

B．By throwing fireballs.

C．By running races.

D．By making faces.

2. What is special about Underwater Music Festival?

A．It has various themes of music.

B．It treats visitors to sea food.

C．It is held in the water.

D．It is free of charge.

3. What do the last two festivals have in common?

A．They are held in autumn.

B．They boost local tourism.

C．They last for a whole week.

D．They charge no entrance fees.

6 . I was taking my fifteen-minute walk break at work today when an elderly gentleman asked me for directions. He was going to see a ________. I pointed him towards what I thought was the ________way, but he seemed hesitant (犹豫的). So, I walked with him up the stairs and down the hall to be sure. He was right! He was not in the right ________! There was no doctor.

We had to ________ a girl and were directed down another hallway and still couldn’t find his doctor’s home. We were ________. Finally, we called his wife and found out that he was in the wrong building. The poor man was so ________ that he couldn’t even find his car. But he tried to stay ________ and kept thanking me.

When we finally found his car, I gave him ________ for getting to the other building which was down the road. I ________ with all my heart that he could find it. The old man was happy and continued to thank me.

In fact, I thought I should ________ him. Before meeting him, I was having a very ________ and stressed day. After being in his presence, I felt myself again. I kept ________ about how much contribution (贡献) he must have made to society in his many years. Now he needed ________. And it was my ________ to help him in this very small way. I wished I could have done more. I hoped a shining light ________ him to his destination and then back home.

1.

A．friend

B．relative

C．student

D．doctor

2.

A．new

B．right

C．opposite

D．straight

3.

A．shape

B．state

C．situation

D．place

4.

A．turn to

B．come up

C．set up

D．depend on

5.

A．angry

B．frightened

C．puzzled

D．excited

6.

A．lost

B．funny

C．curious

D．calm

7.

A．serious

B．excited

C．careful

D．positive

8.

A．rewards

B．directions

C．reasons

D．chances

9.

A．suggested

B．learned

C．knew

D．hoped

10.

A．thank

B．encourage

C．protect

D．praise

11.

A．long

B．busy

C．bright

D．happy

12.

A．thinking

B．talking

C．setting

D．caring

13.

A．courage

B．time

C．peace

D．help

14.

A．choice

B．plan

C．duty

D．opinion

15.

A．guided

B．moved

C．sent

D．took

7 . “How did you publish so much as an immigrant (移民) ?” _________ I wasn’t a native English speaker, people asked this question countless times as I interviewed for jobs last year. I knew that telling my struggles was unlikely to _________ me a job, so I would laugh and say, “I enjoy writing!” But the _________ is that writing did not come easily.

From early on I wanted to pursue an _________ career. But my first applications for Ph. D programs were _________. After learning I would be a stronger _________ if I had some publications, I decided to pursue a project in my undergraduate professor’s lab, hoping for publishable findings. When I had results to write up, I _________ to write a well-structured research paper. I was _________ that my professor’s revisions were less significant than they had been on my paper, highlighting my growth.

Still, the paper was rejected (拒绝) from three journals and I was getting rejected by more Ph. D programs. But I didn’t give up. _________,I tried to focus on what I was learning: Revisions and rejections are a normal part of the scientific process, and what __________ was how I adapted and grew from them.

Learning how my professor __________ writing helped me find my voice. I went on to publish several first-author papers and grew more __________. I finally dared to apply to Ph. D programs again, and was excited to get in. I’m sure many __________ on my CV helped me win the place.

As my Ph. D program neared its end, my publication record made me stand out and improved my confidence during job __________. Writing helped me grow from an uncertain immigrant feeling like a (n) __________ in academia (学术界) to a confident researcher whose background is a source of pride and strength.

1.

A．Arguing

B．Realizing

C．Predicting

D．Declaring

2.

A．show

B．teach

C．land

D．ask

3.

A．secret

B．response

C．comment

D．truth

4.

A．original

B．unusual

C．academic

D．impossible

5.

A．turned down

B．sent in

C．given up

D．put off

6.

A．applicant

B．athlete

C．employer

D．editor

7.

A．offered

B．happened

C．expected

D．struggled

8.

A．pleased

B．annoyed

C．determined

D．worried

9.

A．Meanwhile

B．Instead

C．Besides

D．Therefore

10.

A．appeared

B．suffered

C．mattered

D．differed

11.

A．recorded

B．began

C．taught

D．approached

12.

A．confident

B．anxious

C．silent

D．honest

13.

A．scores

B．publications

C．measures

D．recommendations

14.

A．researches

B．titles

C．cuts

D．interviews

15.

A．supporter

B．overseer

C．outsider

D．professor

8 . 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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9 . 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.

    5    

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.

10 . When we think about what makes humans different from other animals, the word “conscience” often appears. Conscience is the feeling you get when you assess (评估) if you’ve done something “correct” or “wrong”. It is with the help of our conscience that we understand the moral principles we hold. This motivates us to act on them and therefore helps us assess our character and behavior. Eventually, it helps us judge ourselves against those principles, in terms of how well we follow them. Accordingly, you avoid certain desires (i. e., eating in class) and follow the behavior that is considered correct or “right” (paying attention to what the teacher is teaching) .

Consciousness, on the other hand, reflects how aware you are of your surroundings. A good way to understand this is to think of the human mind as an iceberg, as proposed by Freud’s psychoanalytic theory. The part of the iceberg on the surface represents your conscious awareness. It refers to all the things you are aware of and can easily describe. For instance, right now, while reading this article, your conscious mind is helping you make connections. The deeper level of the iceberg is your unconscious mind. It refers to aspects that you are unaware of, including your fears, violent motives, and strong desires that are hard to describe.

Many researchers, like Freud, propose that morality or conscience develops when a child internalizes (内在化) the rules that their, parents set when the child was growing up. However, some psychologists, like Paul Bloom, argue that morality is something we are all born with. Bloom argues that all babies are born with a sense of fairness. The claim came from studies of adopted children with genes, who were twins and separated at birth. If they possessed the “gene” to be kind, they would continue to be kind, despite being brought up in different family environments.

So, which opinion is true? We truly don’t know. While there is more evidence in the studies claiming that conscience is developed through learning and socialization, the newer ideas of it being genetically acquired from birth look promising as well!

1. What is a function of conscience?

A．It motivates us to act quickly.

B．It keeps record of our behavior.

C．It assesses our moral principles.

D．It helps us tell right from wrong.

2. In which situation does your unconscious mind work?

A．You apply what you learn to practice.

B．You appreciate the beauty of poetry.

C．You have a fear of public speaking.

D．You describe violent scenes in a book.

3. What may Freud agree with?

A．Genes affect kids’ consciousness.

B．Kids acquire conscience with age.

C．Genetic studies promote his theory.

D．Parents should set strict rules for kids.

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

A．New theory uncovers the secret of our mind

B．What helps tell human being from animals?

C．Is conscience gained at birth or with age?

D．Consciousness improves our moral level