高考英语仿真试卷[4]

2023届高考英语模拟试卷四（含参考答案）第I卷（选择题共115分）第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）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，并标在试卷的相应位置。

听完每段对话后，你都有l0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。

1. What does the man want to do?A. Take photos.B. Buy a camera.C. Help the woman.2. What are the speakers talking about?A. A noisy night.B. Their life in town.C. A place of living.3. Where is the man now?A. On his way.B. In a restaurant.C. At home4. What will Celia do?A. Find a player.B. Watch a game.C. Play basketball.5. What day is it when the conversation takes place?A. Saturday.B. Sunday.C. Monday.第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独自。

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，并标在试卷的相应位置。

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。

每段对话或独自读两遍。

听第6段材料，回答第6至7题。

6. What is Sara going to do?A. Buy John a gift.B. Give John a surprise.C. Invite John to France.7. What does the man think of Sara’s plan?A. Funny.B. Exciting.C. Strange.听第7段材料，回答第8至9题。

安徽省部分高中2024届高考仿真卷英语试卷考生须知：1．全卷分选择题和非选择题两部分，全部在答题纸上作答。

选择题必须用2B铅笔填涂；非选择题的答案必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或答字笔写在“答题纸”相应位置上。

2．请用黑色字迹的钢笔或答字笔在“答题纸”上先填写姓名和准考证号。

3．保持卡面清洁，不要折叠，不要弄破、弄皱，在草稿纸、试题卷上答题无效。

第一部分（共20小题，每小题1.5分，满分30分）1．The health of garden plants depends on the soil _____ --the proper balance of mineral pieces, organic matter, air and water.A．construction B．conservationC．corporation D．composition.2．The researchers who study jokes want to find out _______ people from different nations and cultures find funny. A．why B．thatC．what D．whether3．You’d better write down the phone number of that restaurant for future ________.A．purpose B．reference C．memory D．assessment4．Cells are important because they are organized structures that help living thing the activities of life. A．carry on B．expand onC．put on D．hang on5．It was in that small house ________ was built with stones by his father ________ he spent his childhood.A．that; where B．which; thatC．which; which D．that; which6．It’s always difficult ______ in a foreign country, especially when you don’t speak the language.A．being B．to beC．having been D．to have been7．Don’t touch your eyes, nose and mouth, because they aren’t covered by skin and can _______ the virus more easily. A．take up B．pick up C．make up D．set up8．_______ it is so hot, I guess we can’t do anything until after dark.A．In case B．Now that C．Even if D．As though9．Everything is amazing. Thank you all. We without your help.A．can’t make it B．mustn’t have madeC．won’t make D．couldn’ t have made it10．—What about asking these new graduates to take on the task?—I m afraid not．While they are energetic and ambitious, _____ of them seems to be suitable for this demanding job．A．no one B．everyone C．none D．few11．Don’t throw away the old books．Give them to ____needs them．A．whoever B．anyone C．who D．whomever12．Only after talking to two students that having strong motivation is one of the biggest factors in reaching goals.A．I did discover B．did I discoverC．I discovered D．discovered13．Communication can help you gain more respect from your parents, and you may be able to reach ____ that make everyone happy.A．compromises B．contributions C．congratulations D．competitions14．—I have been considering cancelling the project because it seems hard to go farther.—But it's too early to________ now. There's still much hope.A．pick up the pieces B．throw in the towelC．go through your paces D．jump down your throat15．—Have you watched the film “Avatar”?— Not yet. But I the film is worth watching.A．am told B．was told C．have told D．have been told16．We most prefer to say yes to the ______ of someone we know and like.A．attempts B．requestsC．doubts D．promises17．"We can not afford limited progress. We need rapid progress," Ban said at the Third World Climate Conference in Geneva, by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).A．organized B．being organized C．organizing D．was organized18．— Y ou've got your flat furnished, haven't you?— Y es, I ______ some used furniture and it was a real bargain.A．will buy B．have boughtC．had bought D．bought19．---Did you visit the famous cultural relics last month?---No, we____ it, but we spent too much time shopping．A．could have visited B．must have visitedC．can't have visited D．shouldn't have visited20．---- What do you think of zoology?---- In my opinion, zoology is ______ botany.A．a subject so interesting as B．as a interesting subject asC．as interesting a subject as D．interesting as a subject as第二部分阅读理解（满分40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。

2023年全国普通高等学校招生统一考试上海高考英语模拟试卷I.Listening comprehension略II.Grammar and VocabularySection ADirections:After reading the passage below,fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct.For the blanks with a given word,fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word;for the other blanks,use one word that best fits each blank.Diane Van DerenOn February19,2009,Diane Van Deren was one of a dozen runners taking part in the Yukon Arctic Ultra,a400-mile race across frozen tundra(苔原)in the middle of winter.Not a single woman(21)___________(complete)it ever.With temperatures of30degrees below zero and only seven hours of daylight each day,it's probably the(22)___________(tough) race in the world.But,then,there is no woman like Diane Van Deren.Twelve years earlier,Van Deren,a former professional tennis player,had a kiwi-size piece of(remove)___________to treat her epilepsy(癫痫).The operation was successful,but she noticed a strange side effect:she could run without stopping for hours.At the start of the Arctic Ultra,icy winds frozen Van Deren5s water supplies,so she had(24)___________to drink for the first hundred miles.She kept(25)___________(go)on with frozen fruit and nut bars.On the eleventh day,the ice(26)___________her feet cracked open and Van Deren fell up to her shoulders into a freezing river.She managed(27) ___________(climb)out but her soaked boots froze to her feet.Yet somehow through it all,Van Deren remained positive,(28)__________was perhaps helped by another curious byproduct of her operation."I have a problem with(29) _________is called short-term memory.I could be out running for two weeks,but(30) ___________someone told me it was day one of a race/"She jokes,“I'd say,Great,let's getstarted!”On February26,2009,exactly twelve years after her surgery,Van Deren crossed the finish line of the Arctic Ultra.She was one of eight finishers一and the first and only woman.Section BDirections:Complete the following passage by using the words in the box.Each word can only be used once.Note that there is one word more than you need.A.agreementsB.chatteringC.effortsD.feasiblyE.fulfillmentF.hardG.introduced H.morality I.persuaded J.seizedK.spoiledHere's to guilt-free flyingMaj a Rosen gave up flying a decade ago out of concern for its environmental impact. But when she became a mother and started hanging out with other parents,she didn't bring it up,even when the conversation turned to flying.It would have_____31_____the mood.Then in April2018,her home country of Sweden_____32_____a tax on aviation(飞行).The climate impacts of flying were on the evening news and the mood changed. Rosen_____33_____the moment.With her neighbor Lotta Hammar,she launched a campaign called"We stay on the ground",which has_____34_____10,000people to commit to avoid flights in2019.Kudos.But here's the_____35_____truth:in the grand scheme of things,barely anyone will follow suit.The_____36_____classes tend to have a lot to say about the eco benefits of avoiding meat,cycling and eating locally sourced food.But that_____37_____generally disappears when it comes to flying.We can't rely on international___38_____to stop aviation emission either.Yes,the UN has fixed up a deal to cap aviation emissions beyond2020.But it lacks real bite,allowing airlines to continue emitting carbon provided they offset(抵消)it.All this means we could really do with green tech riding to the rescue.Here,at least,there is a little good news.Even rather simple measures like freeing planes to fly in straighter lines could_____39_____cut carbon emissions.Hybrid(混合动力的)electric aircraft are also the pipeline.And we already know that planes can mix up to50per cent biofuels into their tanksand fly safely.It's time to redouble our_____40_____to make planes green.In the meantime,if you are still looking for a New Year's resolution,you might want to think about joining those 105000Swedes.III.Reading ComprehensionSection ADirections:For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B,C and D.Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.In summarising the state of the planet—rising population,widespread conflict,one-sixth of the planet suffering extreme poverty and hunger,global warming一Jeffrey Sachs,author of"The Common Wealth、can paint a terrible picture.However,he's an_____41_____and believes that all of these problems can be overcome in relatively straightforward ways and at relatively little cost.That's because the root causes are interconnected and_____42_____ man-made.Take child morality(死亡).Perhaps surprisingly,the higher the child morality rate is,the higher the birth rate.This leads to a_____43_____population which puts a greater stress on already scarce resources,so farmers have to work harder to produce enough food for all, which means children are often put to work in the fields or at home.This,_____44_____, stops children getting the education which will allow them to learn,among other things,about better farming techniques to increase crop yields and provide more food to eat and sell.Sachs argues that the_____45_____of providing every child in poverty with an anti-mosquito bed net is a major first step.Malaria(疟疾)is a huge cause of death in children and the bed nets massively_____46_____infections.The fewer children that die of malaria,the more secure parents feel about their children surviving.The more secure parents feel,the fewer children they have,and so on,revising the_____47__trend just described.However,it is_____48_____a combination of measures at the same time that truly makes a difference:free school meals improve school attendance and health;supplying fertilisers to improve soil and better seeds provides even better harvests;basic health care and clean water supplies_____49_____more fatal diseases.These ideas are already being_____50_____implemented in over100African villages in underdeveloped regions.The cost of the proj ect is just$10per person per year,of which 50%comes from donors and the rest from a mixture of local and national governments and the villagers themselves.So if it's so_____51_____,why hasn't it been done before?What about all the aid that has been given to Africa and the underdeveloped countries of the world?Has it been lost to corruption（腐败）?Sachs argues that the real problem is not corruption,but the fact that rich governments have_____52_____such a lot,but actually given so little.They agreed to give 0.7%of national income in aid,but only five countries have met that_____53_____.He suggests current aid is$24billion per year,which translates as just ten dollars per person—not nearly enough to implement the_____54_____measures.So while Sachs sees an opportunity to end poverty forever,he also raises an _____55_____that this could be the last chance we have,'The longer we wait,the greater is the suffering and the larger the long-term costs?41.A.economist B.optimist C.expert D.opponent42.A.prospectively B.essentially C.thoughtfully D.refreshingly43.A.declining B.global C.booming D.local44.A.in turn B.by contrast C.on end D.with care45.A.truth B.principle C.solution D.statement46.A.transmit B.specify C.worsen D.reduce47.A.downward B.general C.modem D.previous48.A.describing B.reserving C.adopting D.protesting49.A.modify B.intensify C.prevent D.locate50.A.successfully B.hesitantly C.personally D.worthlessly51.A.popular B.simple C.hard D.strange52.A.spent B.promised C.learned D.featured53.A.requirement B.condition C.challenge D.target54.A.restricted B.standardized C.requested bined55.A.alarm B.objection C.amount D.instanceSection BDirections:Read the following three passages.Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements.For each of them there are four choices marked A,B,C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.（A）I'm in Marrakech,the heart of Morocco at the base of the Atlas Mountains,with my son, Sam.He's eight.We've come here with Mohamed,a friend who owns a store in our New York neighborhood.We're regular customers at Mohamed's store,where Sam can often be found negotiating with his friend.When they're not bargaining,they're chatting about swords,or camels,or the desert."You need to come to Marrakech,"Mohamed told me.I'll show you around and teach Sam how to really get a bargain!”So here we are.We meet up with Mohamed over a cup of tea at a table outside the tiny Cafe ben Youssef, deep in the old city of Marrakech.We're sitting in an area bordering the stalls of the marketplace.Vendors(小贩)with carts offer freshly squeezed orange juice,others sell dates or figs.Nearby are the workshops that supply the goods to this world-famous market.Later,as we walk around,Mohamed begins the first of his bargaining tutorials for Sam. "Everything in Morocco is open negotiation,Sam.When you hear a price,the first thing you say is'Too much一bezqf and then walk away.""But what if I like it?"“When you see something you like,maybe a lamp,you ask about something else instead. Then,as you walk out,you ask,"And how much is that lamp?9as though you5d just noticed it and aren't really that interested in it."We turn a comer and are greeted with sweet-smelling orange blossoms."Don't always give an offer.Make them continue to lower the price.Oh,and wear something Moroccan：Mohamed continues,as we enter a fairly large shop.Most of the stalls in Marrakech specialize in one thing,but not this one.Decorative and lethal-looking swords hang beside soft hand-dyed fabrics;large camel bones covered in writing sit beside massive copper lamps. It is here that Sam spots a box.“Look,a treasure chest!”It's made of wood,and painted red and gold.He opens the lid,then closes it.“Cool."Then he spots a tall,cobalt blue,tear-shapedold perfume bottle."Four hundred dirham,”the shopkeeper pronounces.Fifty dollars.Sam says nothing.Whether he's too shy or is practicing Mohamed's bargaining technique,I can't tell.He eventually agrees to pay200dirham,about$24.rd say the bottle is worth$10,at most. Clearly,his negotiating skills need a little work."Just to get started,Dad,”Sam measures me as he pays for the bottle.56.According to Mohamed,people in Marrakech like__________.A.bargainingB.tradingC.drinking teaD.showing friends around57.What does Mohamed advise Sam to do when he finds something he likes?A.To look for something similar in another shop.B.To complain to the vendor about its high price.C.To conceal his real preference from the vendor.D.To ask the vendor about the price as soon as possible.58.What does the writer imply about Sam's first negotiating experience?A.It is far from successful.B.It costs Sam more than the money he pays.C.It reveals Sam's potential in negotiation.D.It shows that Sam is too shy for negotiation.59.Which of the following might be the best title of the passage?A.A Shopping Trip.B.The Charm of the MarketC.A Busy City.D.The Art of the Deal(B)The Man Who Ate his Boots is a fascinating account of expeditions that went wrong.The book examines the19th century search for a route to Asia by way of the Northwest Passage through the Arctic Ocean.Author Anthony Brandt describes the many attempts by both land and sea that ended in failure and tragedy,including the1845expedition led by Sir John Franklin.Brandt shows how these brave,yet sometimes foolish,explorers could have avoided starvation,frostbite,and even death if they had copied the survival techniques of the local Inuit people.Some of the more surprising details the book reveals include:IGLOOS The explorers,despite repeatedly watching the Inuit build igloos,insisted on using canvas tents.Tents freeze in sub-zero temperatures and give little protection to anyone inside them.If they had learned to build igloos,the explorers would have been warm even in the worst Arctic weather.SEALSKIN If the explorers had worn sealskin and furs like the Inuit,they wouldn't have suffered from the frostbite that was common among them,but rare among the Inuit.DOG TEAMS Why didn't the British use dog teams to pull their sleds?Pulling sleds themselves was a tradition among many explorers right into the early20th century It cost Scott and his men their lives on their return from the South Pole in1912.The British did get something right,however,when Captain Edward Parry grew salad vegetables in boxes on board his ship.It was known that fresh vegetables and fresh meat prevented scurvy(坏血病)，although at that time the reason for this(vitamin C)had not been discovered.Parry's men wouldn't have been as healthy if they hadn't eaten the salads.60.In The Man Who Ate his Boots’the author mainly________.A.introduces some foolish explorersB.focuses on some unsuccessful expeditionsC.analyzes the Inuit people's survival techniquesD.explores the advances in equipment used for expeditions61.According to Anthony Brandt,what should the explorers have done?A.They should have learned more about how seals survived in cold water.B.They should have set up more canvas tents to keep themselves warm.C.They should have helped the Inuit people build igloos.D.They should have used dogs to pull the sleds for them.62.It can be inferred from the passage that________.A.Edward Parry found a way to prevent scurvy by accidentB.Edward Parry's successful voyage was a rare case at that timeC.Edward Parry was the first captain that grew salad vegetables on boardD.Edward Parry's men could have been more healthy if they took vitamin C（C）Everything we know suggests that the universe is unusual.It is flatter,smoother,larger and emptier than a"typical"universe predicted by the known laws of physics if we reached into a hat filled with pieces of paper,each with the specifications of a possible universe written on it,it is unlikely that we would get a universe anything like ours in one pick—or even a billion.The challenge that cosmologists face is to make sense of this specialness.One approach to this question is inflation―the hypothesis(假设)that the early universe went through a stage of fast expansion.At first,inflation seemed to do the trick.A simple version of the idea gave correct predictions for the spectrum of fluctuations in the cosmic microwave background.But a closer look shows that we have just moved the problem further back in time.To make inflation happen at all requires us to fine-tune the initial conditions of the universe.And unless inflation is highly tuned,it leads to a runaway process of universe creation.As a result, some cosmologists（宇宙学家）suggest that there is not one universe,but an infinite number, with a huge variety of properties:the multiverse.There are an infinite number of universes in the collection that are like our universe and an infinite number that are not.But the proportion of infinity to infinity is undefined,and can be made into anything the theorist wants.Thus the multiverse theory has difficulty making any firm predictions and threatens to take us out of the area of science.These other universes are unobservable and because chance dictates the random distribution of properties across universes,suggesting the existence of a multiverse does not let us get to anything about our universe beyond what we already know.As attractive as the idea may seem,it is basically a sleight of hand,which turns an explanatory failure into an apparent explanatory success.The success is empty because anything that might be observed about our universe could be explained as something that must,by chance,happen somewhere in the multiverse.We started out trying to explain why the universe is so special,and we end up being asked to believe that our universe is one of an infinite number of universes with random properties.This makes me suspect that there is a basic but unexamined assumption about the laws of nature that must be overturned.Cosmology has new questions to answer.Not just what are the laws,but why are theselaws the laws?How were they chosen?We can't just hypothesise what the initial conditions were at the big bang,we need to explain those initial conditions.Thus we are in the position of a computer program asked to explain its inputs.It is clear that if we are to get anywhere, we need to invent new methods,and perhaps new kinds of laws,to gain a scientific description of the universe as a whole.63.According to the passage,which of the following statements is true of our universe?A.There are several hypotheses about its early stage.B.There are more than one billion universes similar to ours.C.It is expanding at a greater speed that it did at the stage of the big bang.D.It is different from the predictions made according to the laws of physics.64.What does the writer imply about the hypothesis of inflation?A.It hasn't been challenged.B.It doesn't make much sense.C.It is by far the most reasonable approach.D.It is the simple version of a complicated idea.65.Which word in the passage is similar in meaning to the phrase"sleight of hand"(paragraph4)?A.processB.predictionC.trickD.infinity66.It can be inferred from the passage that the writer___________.A.believes the idea of the multiverse will help us to understand our universe betterB.argues there is a fixed proportion of universes like ours to those unlike oursC.holds computer programs can work better than humans in cosmologyD.thinks some laws of nature that we take for granted may be falseSection CDirections:Complete the following passage by using the sentences given below.Each sentence can be used only once.Note that there are two more sentences than you need.A.Unsurprisingly,when his customers heard about the jokes they didn't see the funny side and the share price of the company crashed.B.All I can say is that it's just as well I'm not famous!C.The same is not true for everyone,particularly if you are famous.D.What makes things worse for the famous is that these mistakes become even more widely publicised because of24-hour news channels and websites.E.This is the kind of thing many people might do privately when they get together with colleagues after work.F.As a result,what was private suddenly became public.Silly Mistakes Hit the HeadlinesWe have probably all had moments when we said the wrong thing.I certainly have. There was the time at university when I met a friend in a coffee bar after class and immediately started complaining about our tutor,who was called Dr Gray.I was going on and on about how miserable she was一strict,boring,unfriendly—and my friend wasn't really saying much.After a minute or so,she interrupted me and said,'Um,I think I should introduce you'.She then turned to this other student who I hadn't really noticed up till then and said,"This is Tracy.Tracy Gray'!Fortunately,the result of putting my foot in it was only an awkward moment and a stony silence.Maybe my friends thought a little less of me,maybe they thought I was an idiot,but no real harm was done.__________67__________Take Gerald Ratner.He was the multimillionaire owner of a chain of shops that sold cheap jewellery.In what was supposed to be a light-hearted speech to some fellow businessmen,he joked about the quality of some of his products.He said some earrings were 'cheaper than a sandwich,but probably wouldn't last as long'.Other products could be sold at such low prices because they were rubbish.__________68__________Ratner had to resign as director and shortly afterwards the company was taken over by a competitor.In some ways,Ratner could be seen as unfortunate in that he was in a semi-private meeting with friends and colleagues he was at ease with,but there happened to be a journalist there.__________69__________And with the rise of social media,there have been plenty of others who have been caught out by the increasingly vague boundaries between our private and public faces.For example,a group of flight attendants made jokes about the engines on their planes failing and complained about their airline and clients(客户).__________70__________Unfortunately,they did it publicly on Facebook and it led tothirteen of them being fired.IV.Summary WritingDirections:Read the following passage.Summarize in no more than60words the main idea and the main point(s)of the e your own words as far as possible.Cities in the SeaThey may be small,but they build big things!Coral polyps(珊瑚虫),which live in the warm,shallow parts of the Earth's oceans,are probably the biggest builders on the planet. Coral polyps turn calcium from seawater into a hard material called limestone.Slowly,they build up a hard skeleton(骨架)around their bodies.When polyps die,their skeletons remain. Young polyps attach themselves to the old skeletons and make new skeletons.Over time, weird and wonderful shapes are slowly built up into amazing coral reefs（珊瑚礁）.Scientists sometimes think of coral reefs as underwater cities.A quarter of all known marine species live in reef habitats―there are nearly a thousand coral species.Reefs are also home to millions of sea creatures,like fish,crabs,turtles,and sharks.Humans don't live in coral reef cities,but we benefit from them.Reefs create jobs for people in the fishing industry and other related businesses.Coral reefs are also popular for divers一many countries benefit from the tourists that they stly,chemicals from reef creatures help scientists create new medicines,which help doctors treat different illnesses.Coral reefs are very important,yet we don't take good care of them.Environmental problems have already killed about twenty percent of the world's reefs.About half of the remaining reefs are dying,and experts believe all of Earth's coral reefs will be in danger by 2050.Why are the reefs in such trouble?For one thing,people catch too many reef fish and often damage the reefs—divers sometimes break off pieces of coral.Polluted water also causes problems because reef-destroying algae grows in dirty water.Even air pollution hurts coral reefs.Global warming causes warmer ocean water,which can cause polyps to lose helpful algae.Without that algae,coral turns white.This is called"bleaching”，and if it continues,the coral dies.V.TranslationDirections:Translate the following sentences into English,using the words given in the brackets.72.不努力一把，怎么知道人生会不会有更多的可能？（If）73.过去的三年里，这个曾经无人问津的小村庄吸引了大量游客。

2024年全国高考仿真模拟卷英语2024 National College Entrance Examination Simulation PaperInstructions:1. Time allowed: 180 minutes2. Total score: 150 pointsPart I: Listening (30 points)Section A:Questions 1-5Listen to the audio and answer the questions.1. Where does the conversation take place?A. In a restaurantB. In a libraryC. In a bank2. What is the man looking for?A. A bookB. A phoneC. A map3. What is the woman's suggestion?A. Going to the cinemaB. Having dinner at homeC. Attending a concert4. Why does the man want to return the shirt?A. It is too small.B. It is the wrong color.C. It has a stain on it.5. What does the man decide to order?A. SaladB. SteakC. PastaSection B:Questions 6-10Listen to the audio and complete the sentences.6. The man is most likely to go to the ___________ to study for the exam.7. The woman suggests ___________ to help the man relax.8. The weather forecast predicts heavy ___________ this weekend.9. The man needs to get a ___________ for his car before it can be fixed.10. The woman recommends that the man ___________ before making his final decision.Part II: Reading Comprehension (40 points)Passage 1:Read the passage and answer the questions.The Importance of EducationEducation is the key to success. It provides individuals with the knowledge and skills they need to achieve their goals in life. Without education, people would struggle to find employment and improve their standard of living. Education also plays a crucial role in shaping one's values and beliefs, helping individuals become responsible and ethical citizens.11. What does education provide individuals with?A. MoneyB. Knowledge and skillsC. Happiness12. Why is education important for finding employment?13. What role does education play in shaping one's values and beliefs?Passage 2:Read the passage and answer the questions.The Benefits of TravelingTraveling is one of the best ways to broaden one's horizons. It exposes individuals to new cultures, languages, and customs, fostering a greater understanding and appreciation for the diversity of the world. Moreover, traveling helps people break out of their comfort zones, challenging them to adapt to different environments and situations.14. What does traveling expose individuals to?A. New foodsB. New cultures, languages, and customsC. New technologies15. How does traveling help individuals break out of their comfort zones?Part III: Writing (80 points)Write an essay on one of the following topics:1. The Impact of Social Media on Society2. The Importance of Environmental Conservation3. The Challenges and Opportunities of Artificial IntelligenceYour essay should be between 300-500 words.---This is just a sample of what the 2024 National College Entrance Examination Simulation Paper might look like. Make sure to practice your listening, reading, and writing skills to prepare for the actual exam. Good luck!。

高考仿真卷·英语(四)第一部分听力(略)第二部分阅读理解(共两节,满分40分)第一节(共15小题;每小题2分,满分30分)阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。

ABookable study roomsThe library provides a variety of bookable group study rooms,some with presentation areas,for groups of between 6 and 12 students to use for team work.Group study roomsThere are 10 group study rooms on Level 30f Northampton Square Library.·Rooms 3A,3F,3G,3H,3J and 3K are equipped with presentation area to help prepare group presentations.·Rooms 3B,3C,3D and 3E are intended for group discussion and seminar work.These rooms are equipped with whiteboards.Whiteboard pens can be borrowed from the service desk on Level 2.Please do not use any other writing tools on the whiteboards.Maximum booking period of 2 hours at one time.Presentation areas provide:·LED screen to practice presentation with group colleagues·Network access on PC with wide range of softwareUSB port to plug in(插入) your own device or laptopAssistive(为残疾人设计的)technology roomsAssistive technology rooms are available for students by using ID cards to get access permission and can be booked for a maximum of 4 hours per person per day.Rooms are equipped with the following software: Dragon,JAWS,Zoom Text,Kurzweil,Supernova,TextHelp and Inspiration.A scanner is provided for use with the assistive software packages.For further information click Guide to Library Services for Additional Needs.21.If you and your five team members need to book a room to present a project,which room should you go to?A.Room 3B. B.Room 3C. C.Room 3E.D.Room 3G.22.What do we know about group study rooms?A.They are on Level 2.B.They are equipped with whiteboards.C.They have no Internet access.D.They provide USB disks.23.Which of the following is specially provided for students with disability?A.2 hours per person per day.B.Whiteboard pens.C.LED screen.D.A scanner with assistive software packages.24.We may read this article on a .A.websiteB.magazineC.bookletD.storybookBIn a shocking upset,70-year-old Republican candidate Donald Trump rode a wave to victory as voters elected him the 45th President of the United States.Actually,a lot of experts had predicted that Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton would come out on top.Throughout the campaign,one of Trump’s main challenges was to persuade voters that he has the attitude,knowledge and judgment to be president.In the end,he was able to attract more than enough voters to his side.Hillary Clinton admitted the election to Trump in a phone call at around 2:30 am.“Hillary has worked very long and very hard over a long period of time,”Trump told his supporters during his victory speech.“We owe her a major debt of gratitude for her service to our country.”Hillary Clinton delivered her speech later in the day.“We must accept this result and then look to the future,” she told her disappointed supporters.“Donald Trump is going to be our president.We owe him an open mind and the chance to lead.”Trump’s rise to the presidency comes after a long career as a real estate developer.He built skyscrapers, resorts and golf courses.He also risked other businesses,introducing Trump Steaks,Trump Natural Spring Water,and an airline called Trump Shuttle.In 2004,he became a TV star with the reality show The Apprentice.Now Trump and his team will have to face many difficult things.They’ll have to work to bring the country together after a divisive campaign that upset millions of Americans.Throughout the country,millions of Americans are out of work and struggling to make ends meet.The new president must also address international issues.They include the war on terrorism and the refugee crisis.Still,Trump says he sees a bright future ahead.“Every single American will have the opportunity to realize his or her fullest potential,” he told his supporters.25.What should many experts think of Trump’s victory?A.It is expected.B.It is satisfying.C.It is annoying.D.It is surprising.26.How old was Donald Trump when he became a TV star?A.50 years old.B.54 years old.C.58 years old.D.62 years old.27.What can be learned about Donald Trump from the passage?A.He is a successful businessman.B.He has been serving in government.C. He thought badly of Hillary Clinton.D.He is worried about America.28.What is the last paragraph mainly about?A.The problems with America.B.The challenges Trump will face.C.Trump’s ideas about his future work.D.The decisions Trump will have to make.CA trip across the Pacific will guarantee you a different experience with a tipping(给小费) culture you’ve never come across in China.In the US,giving a little extra money to service workers on top of your bill is a common practice.Though US national law requires that businesses pay workers at least $7.25 (45 yuan) per hour,employees receiving tips—often waiters and waitresses—are the exceptions.They usually only receive at least $2.13 an hour,and tips make up the difference.As The Wall Street Journal put it:“The American system of tipping holds the promise of great rewards for waiting staff.”So how should you tip if you are in the US?Normally you pay tips as a percentage of the bill.Offering an extra 15 percent of the bill to the waiter or waitress in a restaurant and to the delivery man or woman is customary and expected.You can offer more for great service and less for poor service.Yet there is an exception.For take-out food,you don’t have to provide tips,though some people say that filling an order still requires work and time that deserve a little extra—but maybe a little less.Tips are not expected at fast food restaurants,pizza parlors,cafés or ice cream shops either,though a tip jar might be right by the cash register (收银机).Don’t feel obligated to throw some money in,but also remember that it doesn’t hurt.Those workers do not rely on tips.Other service workers also receive tips.For taxi drivers,15 percent is the norm (标准),more if they help with your bags.Hairdressers often receive about 15 percent of the bill.The same goes for spa therapists(理疗师) and tour guides.Today,you can even pay tips on a credit card.When receiving a copy of the bill to sign,you are free to fill in how much you’d like to tip.Though thinking about when to tip and how much you should tip causes a big headache for many Chinese people,it’s important to bear in mind that as long as you show respect and use your reasoning,things will be just fine.29.What is the article mainly about?A.How tipping culture started in the US.B.How to give tips properly in the US.C.New ways to give tips in the US.D.The different attitudes that Chinese people and Americans have toward tipping.30.Which of the following is said to be against the norm of tipping in the US?A.Paying waiters and waitresses less than $7.25 per hour.B.Ignoring the tip jar at fast food restaurants,cafés,or ice cream shops.C.Tipping taxi drivers less than 15% because of poor service.D.Refusing to give tips to your tour guide.31.The underlined word “obligated” in Paragraph 7 probably means .A.being forced to do somethingB.being grateful for somethingC.being surprised at somethingD.being embarrassed about something32.According to the author,Chinese consumers .A.don’t necessarily have to follow the tipping rules in the USB.should use their credit cards to give tipsC.must argue about the amount of tip they have to payD.should take it easy and give the correct tips for different occasionsDThey may be teenagers,but 17-year-old Brittany Bull and 16-year-old Sesam Mngqengqiswa have grand ambitions—to launch Africa’s first private satellite into space.They are part of a teamof high school girls from Cape Town,South Africa,who have designed and built equipment for a satellite that will orbit over the earth’s poles scanning Africa’s surface.Once in space,the satellite will collect information on agriculture,and food security within the ing the data,“we can try to determine and predict the problems Africa will be facing in the future”,explains Bull,a student at Pelican Park High School.“Where our food is growing,where we can plant more trees and vegetation and also how we can monitor remote areas,”she says.“We have a lot of forest fires and floods but we don’t always get out there in time.”Information received twice a day will go towards disaster prevention.It’s part of a project by South Africa’s Meta Economic Development Organization(MEDO) working with Morehead State University in the US.The girls (14 in total) are being trained by satellite engineers from Cape Peninsula University of Technology,in an effort to encourage more African women into STEM(science,technology,engineering,mathematics).Scheduled to launch in May 2017,if successful,it will make MEDO the first private company in Africa to build a satellite and send it into orbit.Mngqengqiswa comes from a single parent household.Her mother is a domestic worker.By becoming a space engineer or astronaut,the teenager hopes to make her mother proud.“Discovering space and seeing the Earth’s atmosphere,it’s not something many black Africans have been able to do,or get the opportunity to look at.I want to see and experience these things for myself,”says Mngqengqiswa.Her team mate Bull agrees,“I want to show to fellow girls that we don’t need to sit around or limit ourselves.Any career is possible—even aerospace.”33.What does Paragraph 2 mainly talk about?rmation provided by the satellite.B.The benefits brought by the satellite.C.Problems African agriculture faces.D.The way the satellite collects information.34.Why are the experts teaching the girls satellite technology?A.To turn them into good farmers.B.To help African women to live better.C.To train employees for a private company.D.To attract more African women to sci-tech fields.35.What do you think of the girls in the text?A.Ambitious and pioneering.B.Generous and considerate.C.Independent and modest.D.Brave and tolerant.第二节(共5小题;每小题2分,满分10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,选项中有两项为多余选项。

新课标2024年全国高考仿真模拟卷英语全文共6篇示例，供读者参考篇1New 2024 National College Entrance Exam - English Mock TestHi there! My name is Lily and I'm going to be your guide for this practice English test for the new national college entrance exam next year. I'm only in 5th grade but I really like learning English, so I'll do my best to make this fun!Listening SectionOkay, let's start with the listening part. You'll hear some conversations and need to answer questions about them. Don't worry if you miss something - I'll repeat the audio for you if you get stuck!First up, you'll hear two friends talking about their weekend plans...[Listening audio plays]Wasn't that a silly conversation? They couldn't agree on what movie to see. Now here are the questions...Reading SectionPhew, listening is hard work! Next is the reading section. You'll read a few different passages and answer comprehension questions about them.The first passage is a story about a magic treehouse. Once upon a time, there was a treehouse that could transport you anywhere you wanted to go, just by pointing to a book...[A short fiction passage follows with associated questions]Isn't that a cool story? I would love to have a magic treehouse to travel anywhere. Anyway, let's move on to the next reading...[2-3 more passages of different genres like non-fiction, poetry, etc.]Writing SectionWe're more than halfway there! This part is all about your writing skills. For the first task, I want you to look at this picture of a family having a picnic...[Picture is shown]Now I'd like you to write a short story, around 200 words, describing what you see happening in the picture. What are thepeople doing? What might they be saying to each other? Use your imagination!Okay, time's up! Hopefully you had fun with that little creative writing exercise. Next, you'll need to write a more formal essay...[An essay prompt about an ethical dilemma is provided]For this essay, you should write a 5 paragraph persuasive piece defending your stance on the issue. Back up your arguments with clear examples and evidence. You can do it!Grammar & VocabularyLast part, I promise! We're going to practise some English grammar and vocabulary now. First, let's learn some new vocab words...[10 vocabulary words and definitions are shown]See if you can use those new words in the next few sentences...[Sentences with blanks for the new vocabulary words]How'd you do? Don't peek at the answers yet! Finally, let's review a tricky grammar rule...[A grammar concept like subjunctive mood is explained and exercised]And that's a wrap! Thanks for working so hard on this practice English test. I really admire how diligent you've all been. Remember, the more you practice, the more prepared you'll be for the real thing. Fighting!篇2New National High School Exam Practice Test - EnglishHi there! My name is Lily and I'm a 10-year-old elementary student. I love learning English and my teacher asked me to write a practice test for the new national high school exam in 2024. I'm so excited to share it with you!Reading ComprehensionThere was a funny story my grandpa told me last weekend about when he was a young boy. Back then, he lived on a farm with his parents and lots of animals like cows, chickens, and horses. But his favorite animal was a little puppy named Rufus.One day, Grandpa was playing outside when Rufus started barking and running around like crazy. Grandpa followed Rufus to the barn and saw that one of the horses had gotten loosefrom his pen! The big horse was kicking and making lots of noise. Grandpa was scared, but he knew he had to get help before someone got hurt.He quickly ran back to the house and told his dad what happened. Grandpa's dad grabbed a rope and they carefully walked over to the barn. Using some carrots as a treat, they were able to get the horse back into his pen safe and sound. Grandpa gave Rufus a huge hug and treat for warning them about the loose horse. Rufus was the hero that day!After the story, Grandpa said he learned two important lessons: always listen to your animal friends because they know when something is wrong, and don't panic in an emergency but think clearly to get help. I thought those were great lessons from a fun story about his childhood.Questions:What kind of animals did Grandpa's family have on their farm?What was Grandpa's favorite animal called?What happened one day that made Rufus start barking?Who did Grandpa get to help get the horse back into its pen?What two lessons did Grandpa say he learned from this experience?Writing PromptImagine you got a new puppy! Write a short story describing your new furry friend and an adventure you have together. What does your puppy look like? What would you name it? Where would you go on your adventure and what exciting things would happen? Use lots of great descriptive details to paint a picture for me!My Puppy AdventureI've always wanted a puppy, and last week for my birthday, my dream finally came true! My parents gave me the most adorable golden retriever puppy. He has soft golden fur, a cute little black nose, and the biggest, happiest brown eyes. I decided to name him Sunshine because he's such a ray of joy.On the first sunny Saturday after getting Sunshine, I couldn't wait to take him outside to the park to play. We went super early before many people arrived. I attached Sunshine's leash and we headed out on our adventure.Everything at the park looked so bright and interesting to Sunshine. The green grass, the birds chirping, even the parkbenches - his little nose was going nonstop sniffing all the new smells! I let Sunshine explore a bit while staying close by. Suddenly, a squirrel ran across our path and Sunshine started barking and chasing after it! He pulled me along as we raced across the field, kicking up grass and laughter.After his squirrel chase, we played some fun games of fetch with his favorite tennis ball. Sunshine would scamper after it, then proudly trot back over with it in his mouth, wagging his tail like a helicopter's blades. When we got tired, we found a shady tree to relax under. Sunshine plopped down with his head on my lap and I gave him lots of ear scratches as we enjoyed the peaceful park together.I had such an amazing time on our first adventure with Sunshine. I could already tell he was going to be the best puppy ever and my very favorite new friend. I can't wait for more fun days like this creating special memories with my sweet Sunshine. The end!How's that for a puppy adventure story? Writing and storytelling is one of my favorite parts of learning English. I hope you enjoyed my practice test and story. Even though I'm just a kid, I'll keep working hard so I can get amazing scores on the realnational exam in a few years! Wishing all my fellow students the best of luck too. Let me know if you need any other English help!篇3Title: My Amazing Adventure at the Magic ParkHello, everyone! Today, I want to share with you my amazing adventure at the Magic Park. It was the most exciting day of my life! Let me tell you all about it.First, let me introduce the Magic Park. It's a special place where dreams come true. As soon as I entered the park, I felt like I had stepped into a magical wonderland. There were colorful flowers, tall trees, and friendly animals all around. It was like being in a fairy tale!My adventure began with a ride on the Magic Carousel. The carousel was covered in sparkling lights and had beautiful horses going up and down. I chose a golden horse and held on tightly as the carousel started moving. Up and down, round and round, I felt like I was flying through the sky. It was so much fun!Next, I went to the Enchanted Forest. The forest was filled with talking animals and magical creatures. I met a wise old owl who told me fascinating stories about the forest. I also saw amischievous squirrel who could juggle acorns. It was like being in a storybook!After exploring the Enchanted Forest, I went to the Magic Show. The magician performed incredible tricks that made me gasp in amazement. He made a rabbit appear out of an empty hat and turned a handkerchief into a bouquet of flowers. I couldn't believe my eyes! The magician even asked for volunteers from the audience, and guess what? I was chosen! I got to help with a disappearing act. It was so cool!The highlight of my adventure was the Dragon Roller Coaster. It was a giant, twisting and turning roller coaster that looked super scary. I was a little nervous, but I gathered up my courage and got on. As the roller coaster climbed up the highest peak, I closed my eyes and screamed with excitement. The wind rushed through my hair as we zoomed down at lightning speed. It was the most thrilling ride ever!Finally, it was time to say goodbye to the Magic Park. I felt a bit sad, but I knew that the memories of this adventure would stay with me forever. As I walked out of the park, I couldn't help but smile. It had been an incredible day filled with magic and wonder.In conclusion, my adventure at the Magic Park was a dream come true. From the magical carousel to the enchanted forest, and the amazing magic show to the thrilling roller coaster, every moment was filled with joy and excitement. If you ever have the chance, I highly recommend visiting the Magic Park. It's a place where dreams really do come true!That's all for now. I hope you enjoyed hearing about my adventure. Thank you for listening!篇4New National College Entrance Exam 2024 - English TestHi there! My name is Lily and I'm a 4th grader. The teachers asked me to make up a practice English test for the new big exam that high school seniors will take next year. I tried to make it kinda hard but also fun!Reading ComprehensionOnce upon a time, there was a little girl named Goldilocks. One day, she went for a walk in the forest. She came across a cottage and went inside. There she saw three bowls of porridge on the table. Goldilocks was hungry, so she tasted the porridge from the first bowl. "This porridge is too hot!" she said. So, shetasted the porridge from the second bowl. "This porridge is too cold," she said. So she tasted the last bowl of porridge. "Ahh, this porridge is just right," she said, and ate it all up.After she had eaten the three bears' porridge, she decided she was feeling a little tired. So, she walked into the living room where she saw three chairs. Goldilocks sat in the first chair to rest her feet. "This chair is too big!" she exclaimed. So she sat in the second chair. "This chair is too big, too!" she whined. So she tried the last and smallest chair. "Ahh, this chair is just right," she sighed. But just as she settled down into the chair to rest, it broke into pieces!Question 1: What did Goldilocks do when she first went into the cottage? (2 points)A. She broke a chairB. She ate some porridgeC. She took a napD. She spoke to the three bearsQuestion 2: Why did Goldilocks try the second bowl of porridge after the first? (2 points)A. She was still hungryB. The first was too hotC. She liked cold porridgeD. It looked more deliciousQuestion 3: What happened to the third chair Goldilocks sat in? (2 points)A. Nothing, it was just rightB. It was too bigC. It broke into piecesD. She didn't sit in itQuestion 4: Put the following events in order by writing the numbers 1-4 next to them: (4 points)___ Goldilocks ate the porridge in the third bowl___ Goldilocks sat in the third chair and it broke___ Goldilocks found the cottage and went inside___ Goldilocks tried out all three chairsSharks are amazing fish that have existed in the oceans for over 400 million years, even before dinosaurs! They have a powerful sense of smell to help hunt prey and can detect onedrop of blood in a million drops of seawater. Their skin is made of tiny tooth-like scales that make them very fast swimmers.While many people think all sharks are huge human-eaters, there are actually over 500 different shark species. The largest is the whale shark, growing over 40 feet long but eating only tiny plankton. The smallest is the dwarf lantern shark at just 6 inches long! Most sharks give birth to live baby sharks after an egg develops inside the mother.Despite their scary looks, sharks are very important to ocean ecosystems. They help control populations of prey species and remove sick or injured animals. Humans pose a much bigger threat to sharks than they do to us, with some species endangered due to overfishing and pollution. We should work to protect these incredible marine predators!Question 5: How long have sharks existed on Earth based on the passage? (2 points)A. Longer than dinosaursB. About 40 million yearsC. Over 400 million yearsD. Since the oceans first formedQuestion 6: Which of the following is NOT true about sharks according to the passage? (2 points)A. They give birth to live youngB. They have excellent senses of smellC. Their skin is smooth like dolphin skinD. There are over 500 different speciesQuestion 7: Why does the author say sharks are "important to ocean ecosystems"? (2 points)A. Because they keep prey populations in balanceB. Because they are the largest predators in the oceanC. Because all marine life relies on sharksD. Because sharks are endangered themselvesQuestion 8: Which of these best describes the main purpose of this passage? (2 points)A. To explain how sharks hunt preyB. To compare shark species sizesC. To dispel myths and provide facts about sharksD. To persuade people to protect sharksWriting Task:For this writing task, imagine your family is moving to a new town or city soon. Write a letter to your new teacher at your new school introducing yourself and explaining what kind of student you are. Describe your academic strengths, interests, goals, and anything else you'd want your teacher to know. Use examples to illustrate your points. Your response should be 200-300 words long.Speaking Task:For this task, you will respond verbally to a hypothetical situation. Imagine that a new student has just joined your class from another country. They don't speak your language very well yet. Your teacher asks you to partner up with them to help them practice and learn.In your response, you should:Greet the new student warmly and introduce yourselfAsk them some questions to get to know them better (name, home country, hobbies, etc.)Tell them a bit about your school, classroom norms, and school rulesOffer to help them with anything they need (homework, English practice, making friends, etc.)You will have 1 minute to prepare your response, and 2 minutes to deliver it. Your score will be based on fluency, coherence, grammar, vocabulary, and how well you complete all parts of the task.Begin preparing your response now. Good luck!篇5New National Curriculum 2024 High School English Exam SimulationSection I: Reading ComprehensionYay, it's time for my big English test! I'm so excited because I just love reading stories. For this part, I have to read three passages and answer questions about them. I hope there are some fun stories about animals or adventures!Passage 1: The Talking ParrotMy friend Tommy has the coolest pet ever - a parrot that can talk! His name is Polly and he's so funny. One time, Tommy's mom was cooking and she said "Polly, want a cracker?" And youknow what Polly said? He said "No thanks, I'm full from eating your slippers this morning!" We all laughed so hard.Polly also likes to sing songs with us. His favorite is "Old McDonald Had a Farm" because he can make all the animal sounds. When we get to the part about the cow, Polly says "Moooo!" It's hilarious. Sometimes Tommy forgets to give Polly fresh food and water, but his mom always remembers. I wish I had a talking parrot too!Questions:What kind of pet does Tommy have?What did Polly say when offered a cracker?What is Polly's favorite song?Who takes care of Polly's food and water?(There would be 2 more passages of a similar length and reading level, each followed by 4 comprehension questions)Section II: Usage and GrammarThis part is kind of boring but I have to show that I know all my grammar rules. There are some sentences with blanks, and I have to pick the right word to fill in the blank. There are alsoquestions where I have to identify parts of speech or fix grammar mistakes. Ugh, grammar!Section III: WritingWoohoo, this is the best part - I get to write a story! The prompt says: "Write a story about your most exciting adventure. Where did you go and what happened? Use descriptive details to make your story come alive."Okay, here goes:The Dinosaur Dig by [My Name]Last summer, me and my friend Jack went on the most epic adventure - we went dinosaur digging! Jack's uncle is a paleontologist, which means he digs up dinosaur bones. He took us to his dig site wayyyy out in the desert.When we got there, the first thing I noticed were all the giant tents and trucks everywhere. There were scientists chipping away at the ground with brushes and tools. My uncle Steve told us we were at an excavation site where they had recently discovered a new species of plant-eating dinosaur!Steve gave us our own little shovels and brushes and showed us where to start digging. At first it was just a bunch ofdirt and rocks. But then Jack yelled "I found something!" It was a pointy object sticking out of the ground. Could it be...a CLAW?We kept brushing away the dirt very carefully and soon the whole dino footprint was uncovered! It was absolutely massive. Steve said it probably belonged to a 30-foot long sauropod. Just imagine - this very spot was a dinosaur's stomping ground millions of years ago!Over the next few days, we helped uncover an entire dinosaur skeleton piece by piece. Everyone was amazed by the huge leg bones and rib cage. We felt like real explorers making an incredible discovery. I'll never forget the time I went dinosaur digging in the desert!The end! How was that for an exciting adventure story? I tried to add lots of vivid details so you could picture it perfectly in your mind. I can't wait to get my grade and see how I did on this test. Wish me luck!篇6A Totally Awesome School Year!Hi there! My name is Timmy and I'm 10 years old. I just finished the best school year ever and I can't wait to tell you allabout it. Get ready for an epic tale of fun, friends, and a few funny mishaps along the way!It all started on the very first day back. I was super nervous because I was going into the highest grade at my elementary school - 5th grade! That meant I was one of the big kids on campus. No more little kid games, it was time to be mature and responsible. Well, at least that's what I thought at first!I marched into my new classroom trying to act all cool and grown up. But then I saw who my teacher was - Mrs. Applegate! She was the craziest, most fun teacher in the entire school. I knew right away this year was going to be a blast, not boring at all.Mrs. Applegate had us go around the room and share our favorite joke on the first day. I told the classic: "Why did the kid throw his clock out the window? Because he wanted to see time fly!" I totally cracked myself up, even if some of the other kids just rolled their eyes. Whatever, they just didn't appreciate my awesome sense of humor yet.From that point on, every day in class was an adventure. Mrs. Applegate always had some wacky game, project or story to keep things entertaining. One day she taught us about electricity by having us rub balloons on our heads to make our hair stickstraight up. You've never seen so many kids looking like crazy scientists!Another time, we had to learn about the solar system. So what did Mrs. Applegate do? She had us act it all out on the playground, spinning around the "sun" while wearing funny foam Planet hats she made herself. I was Mars, which was totally fitting since Mars is the best planet.Basically, we never did any boring lectures or bookwork. It was all hands-on activities and self-directed projects. Like when we read the novel Holes. Instead of just reading it, we went outside and dug holes all over the field to "experience" what it was like. I got pretty good at digging by the end of that book, let me tell you!We even wrote and performed a whole play about landing on Mars and meeting alien lifeforms. I played the chief astronaut who made first contact. I still remember my line: "We come in peace, Martians...and you've got to admit, your planet is totally rad!" The aliens wereduced by a bunch of squeaky plush toys, but we rolled with it.That's what made Mrs. Applegate's class so great - we learned stuff without realizing we were learning. And we got to use our creativity and imagination like crazy. Like when we hadto design and market new cereal brands after studying advertising psychology. Mine was Cosmic Crunch and it was going to be out of this world!Obviously with a class like that, there were bound to be a few mishaps and messes along the way. One time during Art, the school bully Brock thought it would be hilarious to dump an entire gallon of purple paint all over my masterpiece self-portrait.I looked like I had been blasted by a glamor cannon from the Beauty Borg Quadrant of the galaxy!But that's when Amanda stepped in to save the day. Amanda was this totally smart, fearless girl in our class who didn't take crud from anyone. She grabbed Brock by the ear and threatened to dunk his head in the purple paint if he didn't back off. I was just gawking at her like "Wow, a real-life art avenging superhero!"After that, Amanda and I became best besties. Turns out her mom is an astronaut for real, how cool is that?Anyway, I could go on and on about all the wacky stuff we did in Mrs. Applegate's class. But I better wrap this up before I hit you with a million more stories. Just know that it was the funnest, most creative year ever and I learned so much without even trying. Fifth grade gets an A+ from me!I just hope my teachers next year are as awesome and don't make me get stuck doing lame busy work all day. A kid can only take so much sitting at a desk and filling out worksheets, you know? We'll see what middle school has in store. But if it's anything like Mrs. Applegate's crazy cool class, then I'm ready to blast off on another year of stellar learning adventures! Catch you on the flip side, dudes!。

2023年高考英语模拟试卷请考生注意：1．请用2B铅笔将选择题答案涂填在答题纸相应位置上，请用0．5毫米及以上黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔将主观题的答案写在答题纸相应的答题区内。

写在试题卷、草稿纸上均无效。

2．答题前，认真阅读答题纸上的《注意事项》，按规定答题。

第一部分（共20小题，每小题1.5分，满分30分）1．—You look sleepy today.—__________ not to miss the flight, I didn't dare to close my eyes the whole night.A．Reminded B．Being remindedC．Reminding D．Having reminded2．Peter has previous experience, ______ I think he’s the right person for the job.A．or B．butC．for D．so3．With a travelling speed of up to 350 kilometres per hour, the railway to be built between Beijing and Shanghai_______ the journey time from 12 hours to 5 hours．A．cuts B．will cut C．is cutting D．has cut4．For thousands of years,poetry the favorite type of literature for many in China.A．is B．has been C．was D．will be5．Once you’ve ________ the items you ordered, put this record in your file.A．checked in B．checked offC．checked out D．checked with6．E-shopping, when properly _____ ,can save us a lot of time and energy.A．done B．doing C．to do D．is done7．Our bedrooms are all on the sixth floor, with its own bathroom.A．all B．every C．either D．each8．_______the weather ,the sports meet will be held on time .A．Instead of B．In relation to C．Regardless of D．In favor of9．This film is very with young people, which tells a really romantic story.A．familiar B．popularC．similar D．particular10．Many of us see reading as an investment in ourselves，so it’s only natural that we want to learn something useful ________ our efforts.A．in view of B．in response toC．in parallel with D．in return for11．Days later, my brother called to say he was all right, but _______say where he was.A．mustn’t B．shouldn’t C．wouldn’t D．mightn’t12．The Internet is so much a part of our culture that it affects our lives by acting as a ______ for face-to-face contacts. A．preference B．motivationC．substitute D．guideline13．—Mum, I broke Dad’s sunglasses this morning.—You need to make an apology for your fault, ________ you will regret.A．and B．orC．but D．for14．There is no reason to be disappointed. ________, this could be rather amusing.A．Above all B．As a resultC．Apart from that D．As a matter of fact15．She is ____________ being pleased about it ; she is very angry.A．free from B．free of C．out of D．far from16．Why ________ you choose to work in a remote village school when you can own a respectable job in a city? A．need B．shouldC．must D．will17．The problem with the current system allows anyone to commit a similar crime without . It needs to be fixed. A．being punished B．punishedC．to punish D．punishing18．During the period of recent terrorist activities, people _____ not to touch an unattended bag.A．had always been warned B．were always being warnedC．are always warning D．always warned19．—I am searching one online shopping site after another for a computer.—So __________I before I decided to buy a new camera.A．had B．have C．am D．would20．Around this point ______, which is humorous and full of a strong local flavor.A．the story develops B．does the story developC．develops the story D．the story developed第二部分阅读理解（满分40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。

2025届江苏省徐州市、宿迁市高考仿真卷英语试卷考生须知：1．全卷分选择题和非选择题两部分，全部在答题纸上作答。

选择题必须用2B铅笔填涂；非选择题的答案必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或答字笔写在“答题纸”相应位置上。

2．请用黑色字迹的钢笔或答字笔在“答题纸”上先填写姓名和准考证号。

3．保持卡面清洁，不要折叠，不要弄破、弄皱，在草稿纸、试题卷上答题无效。

第一部分（共20小题，每小题1.5分，满分30分）1．Working hard is not a __________ of great success, but it is among the essential requirements.A．sign B．signalC．guarantee D．mark2．All the dishes in this menu，_____ otherwise stated，will serve two to three people.A．as B．if C．though D．unless3．Class Two, our class became the Basketball Champion of our school.A．Beating B．to beat C．Beaten by D．Having beaten4．The matches of the FIFA Women’s World Cup will be played in 2019 all around France, whose men’s team _____ the 2018 World Cup.A．wins B．wonC．has won D．had won5．While working in Kunming, he checked the weather each morning for months ________he realized it would be the same every day.A．when B．afterC．before D．since6．—Mum, I don’t think I am qualified enough to do this．—Honey, be confident! You should know it is _____ a man thinks of himself …really determines his fate．A．that; that B．how; that C．what; that D．that; how7．The U.S. official said North Korea --- and Iran --- should follow in the steps of Libya, which last December said it would work__________ to allow international weapons inspectors to do their work.A．unconditionally B．unwillingly C．unfortunately D．uncomfortably8．The shocking news made me realize ________ terrible problems we would face.A．what B．howC．that D．why9．（2018·海淀二模）—Excuse me, sir. Can you spare me a dollar ________ I can buy this book?—Sure, no problem.A．for B．soC．but D．or10．—Sorry, Mum! I failed the job interview again.—Oh, it's too bad. You________ have made full preparations.A．must B．can C．would D．should11．Don’t let the child wh o is ________ go to school．A．so young as to B．not old enough to C．not old enough D．too young to12．Painting from still images leads to a loss of sensitivity, which is _____ to an artist.A．absolute B．urgent C．especial D．vital13．—Kevin, time for the next destination!—No hurry! Another 15 minutes and we _____ all the exhibition rooms of the museum.A．am exploring B．have exploredC．will explore D．will have explored14．He is a bad-tempered fellow, but he ________ be quite charming when he wishes.A．shall B．shouldC．can D．must15．No driving after drinking is a rule that every driver ____________ obey in our country.A．will B．shallC．may D．can16．The Chinese people are hopeful for ________ 2019 will bring for their families and the country. A．how B．whichC．what D．that17．A grand banquet was held by Elizabeth II _____ President Xi’s current state visit to the UK.A．in terms of B．in honor ofC．in favor of D．in memory of18．--- Y ou look happy today. Is there anything good?--- I’m very delighted ______ as one of the exchange students.A．to choose B．to have been chosenC．choosing D．having been chosen19．-Excuse me, but why am I not allowed to use the gym?-________，but your room price doesn't cover it.A．No hurry B．No wonder C．No offence D．No problem20．—What about watching a ballet show this evening?—Thanks for inviting me, but ballet isn’t really ______.A．the apple of my eye B．my feet of clayC．my cup of tea D．the salt of the earth第二部分阅读理解（满分40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。

四川省眉山市仁寿县第一中学2024年高考模拟试卷（4）英语试题注意事项：1．答题前，考生先将自己的姓名、准考证号填写清楚，将条形码准确粘贴在考生信息条形码粘贴区。

2．选择题必须使用2B铅笔填涂；非选择题必须使用0．5毫米黑色字迹的签字笔书写，字体工整、笔迹清楚。

3．请按照题号顺序在各题目的答题区域内作答，超出答题区域书写的答案无效；在草稿纸、试题卷上答题无效。

4．保持卡面清洁，不要折叠，不要弄破、弄皱，不准使用涂改液、修正带、刮纸刀。

第一部分（共20小题，每小题1.5分，满分30分）1．_______naturally by the skin when exposed to sunlight, Vitamin D is needed for healthy bones, teeth and muscles. A．Making B．To makeC．Made D．Make2．They did everything in their power to save the building dating back to the Qing Dynasty, but their effortswere .A．in turn B．in timeC．in vain D．in need3．--- Could we accomplish the task according to the schedule?--- I doubt that. The problem remains ______ we can get financial aid within this week.A．that B．how C．why D．when4．Only after talking to two students that having strong motivation is one of the biggest factors in reaching goals.A．I did discover B．did I discoverC．I discovered D．discovered5．You’ll recognize me when you get out of the station. I______ jeans and a whi te T-shirt.A．will be wearing B．had wornC．was wearing D．have worn6．—Could you tell me the____ of making such tasty cakes?— Well, I just follow the directons in the cookbook.A．feature B．plan C．cost D．trick7．They came back from their long walk and went into bed, .A．tiredly but relaxing B．tired but relaxingC．tiredly but relaxed D．tired but relaxed8．The health of garden plants depends on the soil _____ --the proper balance of mineral pieces, organic matter, air and water.A．construction B．conservationC．corporation D．composition.9．Maybe he really should do more exercises from now on. ____, I hope he could get over soon.A．Somehow B．Somewhat C．Anyway D．Anywhere10．A heavy sandstorm is going to envelop our city. It is unwise to have your car .A．wash B．washedC．washing D．to wash11．I need help now! I have to fix a leaking pipe in my bathroom but I’m not sure ______to begin.A．what B．whichC．where D．when12．makes me stressed is the entrance examination is coming nearer and nearer.A．It; what B．What; that C．What; what D．That; that13．—What a pity! You missed my birthday party.—Terribly sorry!___________my uncle not visited me unexpectedly.A．Should B．WouldC．Had D．Did14．Watching basketball games on TV at home is one thing, going to watch them ________ live is quite another. A．perform B．performing C．to perform D．being performed15．Without my parents’ encouragement and support I definitely ______ where I am today.A．wasn’t B．hadn’t beenC．wouldn’t be D．wouldn’t have been16．— Do you know anything about British history?—______________. I have no interest in it.A．Take it easy! B．Please don’t bother.C．It’s up to you. D．No. It’s beyond me.17．The conditions in the local school were fairly _____, no electricity and no basic teaching facilities available. A．unique B．typicalC．Primitive D．Stable18．____ interested in English may join this club.A．Whoever B．All who C．Anyone D．Who19．—Oh, my God! What’s wrong with you?—I was going the normal speed limit when a truck appeared in front of me ________ and I didn't have time to stop. A．between the lines B．around the clockC．out of the blue D．over the moon20．--- It’s raining hard and we can’t go picnicking today.---If only the weather _____ fine!A．is B．were C．had been D．would be第二部分阅读理解（满分40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。

2023届上海市高考英语模拟试卷（iRead23011）(4)一、听力选择题1. Where does the conversation take place?A．In a restaurant.B．In a hotel.C．In a cafe.2.A．Husband and wife.B．Boss and assistant.C．Nurse and patient.D．Manager and customer.3. What is the woman going to do this evening?A．Go to dance.B．Go to see a play.C．Go to see a film.4. Where does the conversation take place?A．In a hospital.B．In a school.C．At home.5.A．A lawyer.B．A coach.C．A teacher.D．A boss.二、听力选择题6. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

1. What does the man want to paint?A．Trees.B．Bamboos.C．Mountains.2. What will the woman do next?A．Attend a class.B．Make a call.C．Paint a picture.7. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

1. What is the woman dissatisfied with about the island?A．The food.B．The hotel.C．The beach.2. What do we know about the woman?A．She lost her way several times.B．She met some unfriendly locals.C．She missed home-cooked meals.3. What does the woman suggest the man do in the end?A．Go to the island of Gozo.B．Taste the local food.C．Visit the churches.8. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。