备战2024年高考英语模拟卷04(新高考II卷)
(考试时间:120分钟 试卷满分:150分)
注意事项:
1. 答卷前,考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。
2. 回答选择题时,选出每小题答案后,用铅笔把答题卡对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动,用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时,将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
3. 考试结束后,将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分:听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
A.3: 2. | B.3: 3. | C.3: 4. |
【知识点】 竞技/比赛
A.On Saturday afternoon. | B.On Sunday afternoon. | C.On Sunday evening. |
A.Friends. | B.Neighbors. | C.Strangers. |
【知识点】 问路
A.Because it is quiet and tidy. |
B.Because it is less crowded. |
C.Because it is full of trees. |
A.The woman’s brother will go to study abroad. |
B.The woman’s brother will get married next month. |
C.The woman’s brother has passed the college entrance exam. |
【知识点】 日常生活
第二节 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
1. What happened to the woman’s flight?
A.It failed to take off on time. |
B.It was called off without notice. |
C.It arrived about two hours earlier. |
A.In a restaurant. | B.On a plane. | C.At the airport. |
1. How long is the woman going to stay at the hotel?
A.Two nights. | B.Three nights. | C.Four nights. |
A.The rooms are different in size. |
B.The rooms have different views. |
C.The rooms are of different shapes. |
【知识点】 日常生活
1. When did the museum reopen?
A.In 2004. | B.In 2008. | C.In 2012. |
A.“World View”. | B.“Moving Arena”. | C.“Life on Earth”. |
A.The interactive exhibit. | B.The periodical shows. | C.The expert talks. |
1. What is the man doing?
A.Conducting a survey. | B.Asking for directions. | C.Planning a trip. |
A.Its space. | B.Its Internet. | C.Its speed. |
A.It was too crowded. | B.It broke down halfway. | C.It ran behind schedule. |
A.The information display facilities. |
B.Bigger boards for train times. |
C.More seats on the platforms. |
1. How did the speaker know about the job at the TV station?
A.From a post. | B.From a friend. | C.From a shop. |
A.Bargain Hunt. | B.Home Cooking. | C.Country File. |
A.Adapting a story for the film. | B.Dealing with the music. | C.Working at night. |
A.She is positive. | B.She is changeable. | C.She is pessimistic. |
第二部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Animal volunteering abroad is the perfect opportunity for animal lovers who want to do something good while traveling. Here are several programs.
Leatherback Turtle Ambassador
Our main mission is to protect endangered sea turtles such as the leatherback sea turtle and the green sea turtle. By working with locals and environmental education programs, we will be able to educate people on the importance of protecting the valuable sea ecosystem.
Location: Limon, Costa Rica
Requirements: Age: 18-50; Language skill: basic English
Fee: 266€ per week
Wildlife Shelter Carer
Every year, hundreds of thousands of native animals are injured or become sick, often because of interaction with people or pets. Our wildlife shelters have rescued sick, injured native wildlife and loved them back to health to be returned to the natural environment. Since we receive no funding from governments, the shelters rely on the donations of volunteers and the public.
Location: New South Wales, Australia
Requirements: Age: 18-50; Language skill: fluent English
Fee: 706€ per week
Thai Elephant Sanctuary
Our program helps domesticated elephants rescued from a life of working on the streets or logging and provides care to rescued elephant population. The program has won numerous awards for its ethical contribution to the assistance of Thai Elephants. The team have rescued dozens of elephants and given them shelters in beautiful, open spaces.
Location: Phetchaburi province, Thailand
Requirements: Age: 18-50; Language skill: fluent English
Fee: 647€ per week
Force-free Horse Sanctuary Assistant
Are you passionate about horses and eager to make a positive impact on horse welfare? Join our incredible Force-Free Horse Sanctuary Program, where you’ll become part of a devoted team caring for our beautiful horses. Through positive reinforcement and force-free horsemanship skills, you’ll help improve the lives of these magnificent animals.
Location: Atajate, Spain
Requirements: Age: 14-50; Language skill: basic English or basic Spanish
Fee: 392€ per week
1. Which program costs least per week?A.Leatherback Turtle Ambassador. | B.Wildlife Shelter Carer. |
C.Thai Elephant Sanctuary. | D.Force-free Horse Sanctuary Assistant. |
A.Advocate protecting sea animals. |
B.Attend to animals in poor condition. |
C.Adopt endangered animals as your pets. |
D.Acquire complicated horsemanship skills. |
A.Limon, Costa Rica. | B.New South Wales, Australia. |
C.Phetchaburi province, Thailand. | D.Atajate, Spain. |
【知识点】 广告/布告 公益活动(组织机构) 应用文
B
This fall marks a new beginning for the hundreds of students walking onto a small Midwest college campus, but it’s an especially memorable time for one family. It celebrates three generations starting the new school year together.
Samantha Malczewski, 19, said that when she learned her mom and her grandmother would be joining her and her younger sister Mia Carter, 18, at Carthage College this fall, her eyes were wide open.
“I was clearly already admitted, and Mia was also admitted. And then all of a sudden, they were like, ‘Oh, we’re going too,’” Samantha recalled. “I didn’t expect it.”
Mia said she had an inkling (略知) that their mom and grandmother were interested in going back to school.
“My great-grandma just passed away and I think my mom had the realization that your mom’s not always gonna be there ... and I think it’s just the fact of them simply going to the same classroom every day and just gaining another aspect of spending time together,” the freshman accounting and marketing student said.
Her mom Amy Malczewski had worked at Carthage College for the last 22 years. She said she “always” knew she wanted to enroll (注册) as a student herself though. “I have a little time now. I’m like, you know what, I should get that graduate degree I’ve always wanted. And Carthage has this amazing master’s degree in business and design and innovation, which is really in line with all the things that I love,” said Amy.
Meanwhile, when Christy Schwan heard of her daughter’s plan, she quickly realized they could set on the journey together. The 71-year-old had retired three years before. She said she was drawn to learning about change management.
Amy and Christy are now classmates, studying for master’s degrees in business, design and innovation. Both nontraditional students say they encourage their peers (同龄人) to go for it if they’re also considering going back to school. “My advice to anybody is just, life is so short and if there’s something that you’re interested in, and maybe you’re doubting yourself a little bit, put that doubt aside and just go for it,” Amy said. “Especially if you have somebody that can do it with you, I think it makes it even sweeter, right?”
1. How did Samantha feel when she learned the news?A.Upset. | B.Surprised. | C.Excited. | D.Worried. |
A.They wanted to have a richer life. |
B.They wanted to fit in with younger groups. |
C.They wanted to spend more time with each other. |
D.They wanted to learn more about accounting and marketing. |
A.Strong and devoted. | B.Persistent and brave. |
C.Positive and knowledgeable. | D.Responsible and professional. |
A.Treasure family. | B.Go to university. |
C.Don’t waste time. | D.Go for their dreams. |
C
Bird expert James Zook has been collecting records on nearly 430 kinds of tropical birds on farms and natural forests in Central America for 18 years. While birds do best in natural rainforests, Zook said some species usually found in forests can establish populations in “diversified farms”.
“In these diversified farms, you see growth over the long term in bird species with specialized needs, which include safe and protected areas from the sun for birds to build their homes and different kinds of food sources. Besides, that kind of farming is very different to industrial agriculture or agriculture where only one crop like pineapple or bananas are planted,” said Nicholas Hendershot in a recent study.
University of California environmental scientist Natalia Ocampo-Penuela, who was not involved in the study, notes that the research provides rare detailed data over a long period, demonstrating that diversified farming can support forest bird populations.
The study reveals that 75 percent of the 305 bird species found in diversified farms showed stable or growing populations over the study period. This includes birds like the collared aracari and members of the manakin family known for their complex mating dances.
Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center scientist Ruth Bennett, although not involved in the research, said, “It’s a huge contribution to have documented that some birds aren’t just going there, but staying there and populations are growing.”
Still, such safe environments, called habitats, do not balance out overall population losses from the creation of large industrial farms from natural forests, the writers warned. Zook compared a large pineapple farm to a “bird desert.”Increasingly, scientists say saving species will require paying attention to areas affected by humans, not just untouched areas. Ocampo-Penuela says that conservation efforts should extend beyond protected areas to areas where some species can live.
1. What does Nicholas Hendershot say about diversified farms?A.They only provide protected areas for nesting. |
B.They support the long-term growth of bird species. |
C.They are more beneficial than natural rainforests for birds. |
D.They are essential for the survival of endangered bird species. |
A.The impact of industrial agriculture on bird populations. |
B.The life patterns of tropical birds in natural rainforests. |
C.The population growth of bird species in diversified farms. |
D.The complex mating dances of birds in natural rainforests. |
A.They protect bird populations from human activities. |
B.They have no negative impact on bird populations. |
C.They offer bird populations safe environments. |
D.They lead to the decline of bird populations. |
A.Reasons for the loss of bird population in the forest. |
B.Measures to save bird species in agricultural areas. |
C.Ways to prevent human destruction to farms. |
D.Facilities for all kinds of diversified farms. |
D
The needs of plus-size consumers have long been the elephant in the room of the fashion industry until body positivity and fat acceptance movements promoted the slogan that large-bodied people are not those who are left behind. This size-inclusive trend has become so popular that it is influencing mainstream culture. As a result, fashion brands have finally decided to extend their size ranges. In 2022, the plus-size market grew twice as fast as the standard size market in both North America and the UK.
Yet, many consumers say fashion brands broadening their ranges are not truly inclusive. “Inclusive sizing means that all bodies are included in fashion, not just the ones who fit in standard sizes,” says Marie Southard Ospina, a UK-based journalist who covers body-image issues. “However, what many designers do right now is pick a number that they think is big enough to include plus sizes and stop. This is even more disrespectful.”
Researchers also criticize that some brands are just taking advantage of the trend. “Brands that used to promote so-called perfect bodies in their advertisements are now trying to get in on the trend by adding a few sizes. It doesn’t feel like they really care about plus-size people,” says Tom Burgess, analyst in fashion industry. “If brands cared about large-bodied consumers, then it wouldn’t have taken until now to acknowledge that they exist,” he says. “It gives the impression that companies are just trying to gain a share of the market without a real commitment to the community.”
The fashion industry must go beyond merely producing clothing in a particular range of sizes if they hope to succeed with a body-diverse world. The whole industry has to connect on a personal level with consumers. That involves showing shoppers that they are seen, understood and important to brands. “Consumers care about values, and so they want to buy from brands that reflect the values they believe in. Everyone should enjoy the same range of fashion options,” says Ludovica Cesareo, professor of marketing at the College of Business in the US.
1. What do the underlined words “the elephant in the room” mean in the first paragraph?A.The hot issue that is valued. | B.The obvious truth that is ignored. |
C.The important principle that is recognized. | D.The common phenomenon that is criticized. |
A.they pick sizes randomly | B.they offer limited plus sizes |
C.they treat designers disrespectfully | D.they haven’t broadened standard sizes |
A.Their designs. | B.Their quality. |
C.Their motivations. | D.Their advertisements. |
A.Buyers deserve fashion that respects their values. |
B.Consumers prefer brands with personalized styles. |
C.Brands should catch up with the size-inclusive trend. |
D.A good brand image is critical in the fashion industry. |
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。
Caring for plants is a fantastic skill for kids to have. There are so many benefits of gardening for kids, yet the importance of gardening in early childhood is often undervalued. Here are some reasons why to teach your kids to garden.
Gardening makes kids stronger.
Gardening is good for kids’ well-being. Studies find that kids who garden have reduced large amounts of anxiety, stress and tend to be in a better mood.
Gardening is beneficial for picky eaters.
Gardening strengthens connection. Through gardening activities, kids grow closer to their parents and make many new friends.
A.Gardening helps build teamwork skills. |
B.Gardening activates kids’ sensory skills. |
C.It is the perfect activity for growing bodies. |
D.Learning to garden can be very tiring for children. |
E.Spending time outdoors in nature can bring a sense of well-being. |
F.Kids are more likely to eat the vegetables and fruit they’ve helped grow. |
G.They also develop a connection to the earth and a need to care for our planet. |
第三部分 语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Like many young Chinese, Zuo had been raised from a young age to be “a good student”. As long as she followed the rules and worked hard, money and success would naturally followed. Zuo had followed the instructions to the
For Zuo, the failure came as a crushing
But the ordeal (磨难) has left a profound impression on Zuo. The former teacher’s pet has transformed into a passionate
“Good students” like Zuo tend to be
It’s clear that a diverse range of young people can
A.letter | B.limitation | C.guidance | D.degree |
A.land | B.miss | C.occupy | D.play |
A.job | B.offer | C.application | D.response |
A.blow | B.surprise | C.expectation | D.experience |
A.impressed | B.overwhelmed | C.filled | D.buried |
A.supporter | B.example | C.critic | D.expert |
A.absolutely | B.seldom | C.less | D.particularly |
A.get rid of | B.suffer from | C.live up with | D.get over |
A.external | B.flexible | C.positive | D.special |
A.develop | B.adopt | C.withdraw | D.transform |
A.avoid | B.owe | C.fall | D.change |
A.recognition | B.concern | C.situation | D.fear |
A.openly | B.continuously | C.hopefully | D.anxiously |
A.rise | B.boost | C.advance | D.upgrade |
A.breakout | B.breakdown | C.breakup | D.breakthrough |
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
Edgar McGregor, a climate activist, spent hundreds of days straight picking up litter
McGregor was committed to clearing up litter while
Many people are thankful
When asked about his experience, McGregor said, “
第四部分:写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
1.表示歉意;
2.推迟原因;
3.后续调整。
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。
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第二节:读后续写(满分25分)
Throughout our lives, we have encountered a lot of people that have influenced us in some sense. Their effect may be for one day or a lifetime. Often, you don’t realize how much influence someone has made on you until a particular moment. The man who made a big influence on me was my father.
Three months after turning fourteen, my life was great. I was getting settled into a high school; my grades were already getting better and I was making friends.
One day, when I got back from school, I went to the sitting room and saw my parents having a conversation. They came up to me and asked me to take a seat, because they wanted to say something very important. I soon found out that my dad’s liver(肝脏) was failing and he needed an immediate transplant(器官移植). I was surprised and bewildered(不知所措的) because my father looked all right. He worked, and he didn’t seem ill. My parents said I shouldn’t be afraid, because it was going to be all right. Four months had gone by, and my father had yet to get a new liver. It looked as if his body was steadily worsening, but he kept saying, “Dear, everything will be just fine.”
It was becoming difficult for me and my family. My father had to give up work, and my mother was the sole breadwinner(养家糊口的人). I had to bear the responsibilities of cleaning up the house making food, and looking after my father when my mother was at work. I had to limit my time with my friends, because my father started coming in and out of the hospital. My concentration on the subject was beginning to slip away. So were my grades. Two days before my school spring break, my mother got a phone call from the hospital, saying my father had an accident and was in hospital. What surprised me was that my father wasn’t injured at all. Then the next day, my mother got a phone call from the doctor saying that there was a liver that matched my dad’s body and that he needed to get to the hospital immediately.
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。
My parents and I hurried to the hospital.
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I had to take on so many responsibilities at home.
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