2024年 聊 城 市 高 考 模 拟 试 题
英 语 （二）
本试卷分三部分，共 8 页。满分 120 分。考试用时 100 分钟。
注意事项：
1.答题前，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，用铅笔把答题卡上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
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第一部分 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
Welcome to the fascinating world of books! Whether you are a lifelong bookworm or are trying to develop a
love for reading in your little ones, the 2024 Miami Book Fair is for you.
When and Where Is the Fair?
This much-loved South Florida event will be held from May 12 to 18, 2024 at the MDC Wolfson Campus
Plaza in Downtown Miami. During this week-long book feast, you will find a group of events running from
morning to night.
What to Expect at the Fair?
This year, the fair will feature more than 400 celebrated authors from around the world. There will be a rich
collection of writers and their works of nonfiction, romances, children’s literature, and almost every other type
under the sun. For green writers, it’s a place to connect with their favorite editors. For book lovers, it’s an
opportunity to get autographs（亲笔签名） from many popular authors and ask them some questions.
Is the Fair Kid-Friendly?
Absolutely. Far from a boring cultural event, this literary festival has fun parent-children interactive games and
educational tents. Besides, little readers can not only explore arts and crafts, but also experience face painting and
book giveaways.
How Much Does the Fair Cost?
On Friday, the fair is free. On Saturday or Sunday, it is $10 for adults for one day, or you can get a two-day
pass for $15. Kids under age 12 can attend for free and the kids aged 13-18 are $5 per day. For people aged 62 and
over, you can also get tickets for $5.
So mark your calendars, head to Downtown Miami, and enjoy yourself in the heart of the city’s literary scene.
1. What can be expected at the fair?
A. Donating used books. B. Seeking autographs from publishers.
C. Exploring Downtown Miami. D. Recommending new books to editors.
2. How much should a couple with a ten-year-old girl pay for the Sunday fair?
A. $10. B. $15. C. $20. D. $25.
3. What’s the purpose of the text?
A. To advertise for an activity. B. To inspire children’s love for reading.
C. To raise money for charity. D. To describe a literary scene.
B
It wasn’t until I got into college and took a class on creative writing that I began to trust my own madness. The
professor encouraged us to color outside the lines and trust our abilities as a writer. We had weekly sessions where
we read each other’s work and had to give constructive criticism.
On our first assignment, I struggled with getting my ideas onto paper. I knew that kind of story I wanted to tell,
but as a reserved young man, I was terrified of judgement from my peers. I was afraid they would think my writing
was too dark or really messed up. But finally, after spending hours thinking of making the writing more socially
acceptable, I decided to write it like I felt it.
In the next critique session, I was shocked at the reaction from my peers. There was some constructive
criticism, which really helped me improve, but overall, they loved how realistic and convincing my writing was. At
the end of the class, the professor asked me if she could use my assignment as a sample for her other classes to
know that they can trust their own madness with their writing.
For the final we had a huge paper for which we had to write on Henry V. The professor encouraged me to
write it in the voice I had developed in the creative writing class, so I did. The consequence was that she called it a
graduate level paper and asked to use it as another sample.
That year I ended up winning a writing award. I also entered a writing contest online and out of hundreds of
entries, got an honorable mention. And that was when I decided to have a shot at fiction.
4. What does the underlined phrase “color outside the lines” mean in the first paragraph?
A. Stress the words. B. Generate new ideas.
C. Add color to the lines. D. Take risks.
5. What happened with the author’s first assignment?
A. He messed it up. B. He didn’t know how to do it.
C. He felt insecure about it. D. He adjusted it in an acceptable way.
6. What can we know from paragraph 3?
A. His peers thought his writing was persuasive.
B. His peers criticized his writing style.
C. The professor asked him to teach others to write.
D. His writing reached graduate level.
7. What was the secret of the author’s success in writing?
A. His persistence in writing. B. Trust in his own madness.
C. His professor’s encouragement. D. Constructive criticism from his peers.
C
As the climate continues to get warmer, the glaciers（冰川） are melting and the sea levels are rising. As it
affects the land, mountains are taller than before. How does this happen?
Scientists studied the last ice age, which occurred 16,000 years ago when much of Earth’s Northern
Hemisphere was covered in ice. Although the ice melted long ago, Earth’s crust（地壳） is still rising and sinking
in reaction to its previous ice age burden. This movement is called glacial isostatic adjustment（冰川均衡调整）.
Scientists believe that an ice sheet about 800 meters thick could cause a depression about 275 meters deep,
according to the Smithsonian Magazine. “As the ice sheets began to melt around 11,700 years ago, the glaciers
cleared large and heavy masses, allowing the mountains to rise up,” US geologist Mike Kaplan told the Columbia
Climate School website.
Recent studies suggest that land in southeast Alaska is rising at a rate of about 3 centimeters per year. Families
living on the coast welcome this “new” land, according to The New York Times. However, they soon find
themselves in a trap. As the land uplifts and coastal areas move away from the sea, rivers can dry up more easily,
making it harder for them to reach the sea. This could result in a reduction in water resources, affecting animals and
creatures living in the rivers. Researchers are concerned that this may make a challenge to fishermen, as raising fish
in these areas could become more difficult.
While the depression of Earth’s crust springs back slowly, once-uplifted areas are sinking. For example, a
2015 study suggests that the Chesapeake Bay on the eastern coast of the US could sink more than 15 centimeters by
2100. This sinking trend also suggests that these areas may experience more significant impacts from a rise in sea
levels.
8. What can we learn about glacial isostatic adjustment?
A. It mainly happened during the last ice age.
B. It causes the ice sheets to melt.
C. It becomes a burden of the earth.
D. It affects the land’s height above sea level.
9. How do the local people probably feel according to paragraph 4?
A. Concerned. B. Surprised. C. Annoyed. D. Puzzled.
10. What challenge might the Chesapeake Bay face in the future?
A. More serious sea pollution. B. Lower sea level.
C. Increased coastal flooding. D. Rapid land uplift.
11. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text?
A. Climate Change Is Causing Higher Sea Level
B. Melting Glaciers Are Making Mountains Taller
C. Global Warming Is Affecting Ecosystem
D. Glacial Melting Is Picking Up Speed
D
Four-legged robots like Boston Dynamics’ Spo t and Cheetah owe almost all their quickness to fancy
footwork. In biology, however, a four-legged animal’s movement, flexibility, and complex motor functions come
almost entirely from its spine（脊柱）. If artificial spines could be put into such designs, engineers could find
entirely new approaches to accurate mobility.
Now, engineers are reportedly a few steps further towards spine-centric, four-legged bots thanks to a research
team’s rat-inspired robot. NeRmo is a biomimetic and four-legged robot that depends on an innovative motor-
tendon（运动肌腱的） structure to move around environments.
As far as looks go, NeRmo mirrors a mouse’s bone system. The robot’s solid front half houses its electronics
systems, while its latter half functions much as an actual flexible spine would. Artificial tendons passing through
the spine as well as the robot’s arm and knee joints allow NeRmo even more mouselike movements alongside
quicker turning times. NeRmo’s tendon system prevented the need for any muscle while still allowing for smooth
bending capabilities, i. e. side-to-side, and up-and-down.
To test their new design, the team ran NeRmo through a series of four experiments to demonstrate balancing,
straight-line walking, quick turning, and maze navigation. Each trial included two rounds — one with the spinal
system engaged, and the other with it disabled. Across the board, NeRmo performed the tasks better, faster, and
more accurately when it combined the spine with its movements. Maze navigation, however, was NeRmo’s true
shining moment. With its spine engaged, the mouse-bot completed its maze runs much faster than simply
wandering through without spinal support.
Although still in its early stages, researchers believe further design involving the spinal systems in future four-
legged robots could vastly improve their functionality. If NeRmo wasn’t proof enough, think of it this way —
MIT’s Cheetah can run 13 feet per second with just one joint copying the bending of the spine forward and
backward. NeRmo, meanwhile, has eight joints.
12. What is the limitation of Boston Dynamics’ Spo t and Cheetah?
A. Having an unattractive appearance.
B. Referring to few biological bases.
C. Having a strict range of applications.
D. Lacking spine-based moving accuracy.
13. Which of the following makes NeRmo move more like mice?
A. The tendon system. B. The bone system.
C. The muscle system. D. The knee joint.
14. What did the four testing experiments find?
A. NeRmo had a great sense of direction.
B. The spinal system bettered NeRmo’s movement.
C. NeRmo without an artificial spine lost control easily.
D. Artificial spines gave hope to disabled animals.
15. What can be inferred from the last paragraph?
A. Putting NeRmo into use has difficulties in practice.
B. Reducing the number of joints in robots is necessary.
C. Applying spinal systems to robots has a promising outlook.
D. Creating more four-legged robots is a matter of time.
第二节 （共 5 小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分 12.5 分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
The heat and humidity in summer can make even the most dedicated runners want to stay inside. Here are
some tips which can help you remain on track even when the weather is less than ideal.
First, do remember to stay hydrated when running in summer. When it’s hot, you will sweat more and lose
essential electrolytes（电解质）. To avoid heat exhaustion, dizziness and other heat-related issues, drink plenty of
fluids before, during, and after your run. 16
Another way to make summer running easier is to get an early start. The temperature is typically cooler in
the morning, and the sun will become more intense as the day goes on. 17 Further, starting your run early
will even help you make the most of your day.
18 However, it’s essential to dress appropriately for summer running. One tip is to choose light-
colored clothing, as darker colors absorb more heat. You should also look for fabrics that are breathable and quick-
drying.
When running in the summer, pay attention to your body, and take breaks as needed in case of overexertion
（过度负荷） which can lead to heat stroke. 19 Just slow down your usual pace and focus on running for
long, rather than trying to cover a lot of ground quickly, and you will be able to enjoy your run while staying safe.
After a hot run, drink plenty of fluids and take a few minutes to stretch. 20 By cooling down properly,
you’ll be able to beat the heat. In addition, it helps to regulate your body temperature and prevent muscle soreness.
A. Then, hop in a shower or take a dip in the pool.
B. The heat will make it challenging to run outside.
C. This will help you keep your body functioning at its best.
D. Hence, on top of tips above, it’s important to pace yourself.
E. So listen to your body and take breaks if you start feeling overheated or tired.
F. By doing it, you can avoid the heat and crowds that often build up later in the day.
G. As the weather gets warmer, it can be tempting to put on your shorts and tank top for a run.
第二部分 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。
Every Saturday we trained with the same marathon running club. I had no idea he was blind because he 21
past me alongside his guide runner. It took a few weeks before I was 22 asking him what, if anything, he
could see. I wasn’t just 23 by his running times. He also had a beautiful smile that lit up the room.
We had our first 24 date climbing the famous sand dune on Pacific Coast Highway. Eight years into
our marriage, Adrian decided to learn to 25 , so he could fulfill his dream of competing in an Ironman
triathlon.
Adrian’s first lesson was a 26 , but his coach’s enthusiasm was short-lived. His next instructor was easy
to give in and recommended my husband 27 swimming. So, being a competitive swimmer in high school, I
was 28 I could teach him.
Soon I realized how much of a 29 swimming was for my husband, even with a tether rope. His
progress at each lesson was slow but 30 . Nearly a month later, he tried without the tether rope, but 31
going in the wrong direction. Every time I raised my voice over the roaring waves he felt so 32 by my
instructions.
Fortunately these days we laugh because Adrian is even faster than I am. He has grown more 33 with
me when I have to raise my voice. I, 34 , no longer say, “You went the wrong way!”, which makes him feel
bad. Instead, I say, “Over here,” towhich he 35 , and then swims back toward me.
21. A. jumped B. flew C. rode D. drove
22. A. comfortable B. pleased C. awkward D. anxious
23. A. influenced B. defeated C. confused D. impressed
24. A. easy B. official C. vital D. complete
25. A. run B. bike C. swim D. diet
26. A. mess B. relief C. success D. disaster
27. A. abandon B. keep C. risk D. appreciate
28. A. confident B. doubtful C. grateful D. fortunate
29. A. benefit B. burden C. regret D. struggle
30. A. slim B. steady C. hard D. alarming
31. A. gradually B. rarely C. cautiously D. frequently
32. A. encouraged B. worried C. frustrated D. surprised
33. A. patient B. careful C. popular D. disappointed
34. A. in fact B. in brief C. in turn D. in return
35. A. looks B. nods C. bows D. shouts
第二节 （共 10 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分）
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。
Chinese acrobatic（杂技） dates back to the Neolithic, when ancient people developed it from daily life for
enjoyment and celebration. The use of daily items such as tables, chairs, bowls and plates 36 （be）
common in their performances. By the time of the Han Dynasty, the art of acrobatics 37 （achieve） great
progress in both content and variety. There were wonderful acrobatic performances 38 background music
on the stage. During the Tang Dynasty, the number of acrobats greatly increased and their skills improved a great
deal.
39 （regard） as part of the national heritage, Chinese acrobatics features the ability 40
（maintain） balance in performance movements. For example, 41 experienced acrobat can walk on 3-
meter-high poles while juggling 7 bowls. Acrobats can act like fish swimming 42 （smooth） in the water,
birds flying through trees and butterflies dancing among flowers, showcasing wonderful skills 43 require
years of hard training. And the performances reflect humans’spirit of braving hardships and dangers while seeking
44 （perfect）.
Modern Chinese acrobatics has set up a designing and directing system. It is aimed at creating beautiful stage
images and 45 （harmony） effects of music, clothing, props, and lighting to bring about a fully developed
stage art.
第三部分 写作 （共两节，满分 40 分）
第一节 （满分 15 分）
假定你是李华，得知你校的新西兰交换生 David 打算学习中国传统乐器二胡，但又担心会影响自己其他课
程的学习。请给他写封邮件，内容包括：
1.表示支持；
2.给出建议；
3.表达愿望。
注意：
1.写作词数应为 80 左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear David,
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节 （满分 25 分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
The man was kind of small, but to a five-year-old, he was a giant. Cherry-scented smoke from Grandpa’s pipe
kept the hungry mosquitoes at bay. Now and again, he blew a smoke ring and laughed as I tried to target the hole
with my finger.
We sat side by side on the old wooden stairs that hot summer evening, watching the traffic, counting cars and
trying to guess the color of the next one to turn the corner. We watched the sun go down behind the old Texaco
service station across the busy street, which I was never allowed to cross unless accompanied by an adult.
My grandfather was baby-sitting while my mother, father and grandmother went out. While my two baby
brothers slept inside the house, my three older siblings played with friends around the corner, where I was not
allowed to go. I stayed with Grandpa, and that was okay with me.
“Thirsty?” Grandpa asked, never removing the pipe from his mouth. “Yes,” was my reply. “How would you
like to run over to the gas station there and get yourself a bottle of Coke?” I couldn’t believe my ears. On my
family’s modest income, Coke was not a part of our budget or diet. “Okay,” I replied shyly, already wondering how
I would get across the street.
He stretched his long leg out straight and reached his huge hand deep into the pocket. Opening his fist, he
exposed several silver coins. He instructed me to pick out one. After he deposited the rest of the change back into
his pocket, he stood up. “Okay,” he said, helping me down the stairs and to the curb （马路沿儿）.
“I’m going to stay here and keep an ear out for the babies. I’ll tell you when it’s safe to cross. You go over to
the Coke machine, get your Coke out and come back. Wait for me to tell you when it’s safe to cross back.” My
heart pounded. Excitement took my breath away.
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。
Grandpa held my hand tightly.
My heart pounded more wildly as I approached the Coke machine.