1、模拟考试二第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分35分）第一节（共10小题；每小题2.5分，满分25分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。AHeres another reason to get off the couch and start working up a sweat.Time the exercise right and you could improve your ability to remember something new.Thats the finding of a new study.But it all co
2、mes down to timing.To lock up the new information,start burning those calories roughly four hours after you took in the new information.Thats according to researchers at an institute on brain,cognition（认知）and behavior.Its at Radboud Universitys Medical Center,in Nijmegen,the Netherlands.Eelco van Do
3、ngen and his colleagues shared their new findings in the June 16 Current Biology.This precisely timed memory trick comes from tests with 72 people.Each learned the location of 90 objects on a computer screen.Afterwards,some of the members watched relaxing nature videos.Others worked up a sweat on bo
4、dy-building bikes,changing between hard and easy riding for 35 minutes.Their workouts came either soon after the cram session（考前突击复习）or four hours later.Two days later they were tested again,Those who remembered the objects sites best were the people who had waited four hours after their learning be
5、fore riding.Among those who remembered sites correctly,the four-hour delay before biking also led to more consistent activity in an area important for memory.Its known as the hippocampus（海马区）.The consistent activity here suggests that the memories had been strong,the scientists say.Van Dongens team
6、does not yet know how exercise works its memo magic.They do,however,have a guess. Aerobic exercise leads to me creation of several important chemicals in the brain.One is a protein known as BDNF. The other is dopamine (DO-puh-meen). It can help convey messages between nerve cells.These two chemicals
7、 may help strengthen memories by linking brain cells,the researchers suspect.21.The best way to lock up the new information is .A.to get off the couch soon after their learningB.to do sports for four hours and work up a sweatC.to see some nature videos on a computer screenD.to do sports four hours a
8、fter taking in new information22.Which is NOT right about the experiment?A.There are 90 objects on the screen.B.They were tested again two days later.C.72 people took part in the experiment.D.They all had to do riding for 35minutes.23.How does exercise work its memory magic?A.By the hippocampus.B.No
9、 one knows for sure.C.A protein known as BDNF.D.A protein known as dopamine.BFor the Swiss,punctuality is a source of deep satisfaction.They obtain real joy from the fact that life unfolds on time and in a highly efficient manner.Whenever I visit Switzerland,I go through several stages of punctualit
10、y reaction.At first it delights me,especially if Im coming from Neighbouring Italy or France with their rather more flexible approach to timekeeping.By contrast,life in Switzerland is enthusiastic and dependable.If someone says they will meet me at 2 pm,they arrive at 2 pm not 2:05 (or 1:55,for that
11、 matter). I like this,for a while.Then it annoys me.The extreme punctuality strikes me as a kind of being mean,and I find myself agreeing with the English writer Evelyn Waugh who said that punctuality is the virtue of the bored.That is unfair though,and finally I come to appreciate Swiss punctuality
12、 for what it is: a deep expression of respect for other people.A punctual person is a considerate one.By showing up on time for everything,a Swiss person is saying,in effect,I value your time and,by extension,I value you.Its no coincidence that the Swiss are the worlds watchmakers.Which came first,t
13、he precise clocks and watches or the precise people?Hard to say,but the result is the same: a nation where the trains and everything else really do run on time.How to explain this punctuality?No one knows for sure.But a popular theory is that,historically,it arises from the tough,mountainous area.Ei
14、ther you planted your crops on time and harvested them at the correct time or,well,you starved.Punctuality,sadly,is a dying art in many parts of the world.Mobile phones are partly to blame.We feel less compelled（紧迫的）to arrive on time if we can always text to say were running a few minutes late.I don
15、t sense that is happening in Switzerland,though.Punctuality is not without its weaknesses.Extreme punctuality also creates an expectation,and if that expectation is not met,disappointment follows.On those rare occasions when things do not function smoothly,the Swiss get nervous,confused and angry.24
16、.Whats NOT the authors attitude towards the Swiss punctuality?A.Pleasant.B.Exhausted.C.Annoyed.D.Appreciated.25.What do the Swiss people want to show by arriving on time?A.To show their respect for other people.B.To show that they have the best watches.C.To show that they are considerate persons.D.T
17、o show that they are the best watchmakers in the world.26.The passage is probably taken from a .A.A history book B.A business newspaperC.A cultural guidebook D.An economic magazineCA contest organised by Airbnb is offering three lucky winners the chance to spend a night in the company of sharks.The
18、winners and their guests will get access to a transparent（透明的）glass bedroom in the 33-foot deep Paris Aquarium where 35 sharks are living.Interested applicants,who must be 18 years or older and in good health,can apply for the contest through the Airbnb website. On the 11th,12th,and 13th of April,th
19、e Paris Aquarium will open its doors for a night in a room full of sharks, the website states. And not just any room: you will sleep in a round bed,with a breathtaking view of the world of sharks.The unusual event will be hosted by a free diver,photographer,and shark enthusiast Fred Buyle,and a biol
20、ogist will provide the winners with a special course on sharks-their mysterious lives and their role in the oceans ecosystem,with which the winners can better understand the sharks and thus avoid disturbing their life in the aquarium when they stay there.Upon arrival,the winners will first be taken
21、to their room for presentations,followed by dinner at the shark tunnel and a night stay among the sharks.A twin bed,soap,toilet paper,and shampoo are all included in the package,as well as breakfast the next morning.The stay is completely free,and so is the travel arrangement to and from Paris.Appli
22、cations must also include a message addressed to the judges.In 50 to 500 characters,applicants must explain why theyre the perfect candidate for the event.The choices of languages include English, German, Spanish, French,Italian and Portuguese.In case of Chinese,Japanese,and Korean,the word limit is
23、 between 50 and 300. Remember that other languages are not allowed.Of course,an Airbnb account is a must requirement for every applicant.If selected,the winners will be forbidden from diving or swimming in the aquarium,and will be required to keep their hands and feet indoors at all times.Photograph
24、ing is not allowed because sharks are sensitive to light. Besides, the organisers advise against watching movies like Jaws before checking in.27.What will the three winners of the contest be allowed to do?A.Swim along with some sharks.B.Play with sharks for two days.C.View how sharks sleep at night.
25、D.Sleep in a room surrounded by sharks.28.Whats the purpose of the special course in Paragraph 3?A.To help the winners develop an interest in sharks.B.To guide the winners how to live in the aquarium.C.To tell the winners about the ecosystem in the ocean.D.To help the winners learn how not to distur
26、b the sharks.29.When people apply for the contest,they dont need to .A.open an account on the Airbnb websiteB.apply for the contest through the Airbnb websiteC.write a message in one of the required languagesD.pay the application fee along with the applying letter30.What can be inferred from the las
27、t paragraph about the winners?A.They can dive in the aquarium.B.They can take photos of the sharks.C.They must stay indoors at all times.D.They must watch movies about sharks before checking in.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。Four Essential Tips For You To Ease Homesick
28、nessWhen home is far away,the sense of ease and belonging that so many people feel can transform into painful feelings of longing,commonly known as homesickness,Along with feelings of insecurity,loss of control and nervousness,physical effects,including sleep issues,tiredness and loss of appetite,ar
29、e also caused by homesickness. 31Check them out below:Realize that feeling homesick is 100 percent normal.Almost everyone experiences homesickness when moving to a new place-some people might just be better at hiding it. 32 Homesickness is a normal and evolutionarily healthy reaction.Make connection
30、s with new people in comfortable settings.Feeling homesick when separated from loved ones motivates people to want to be with those supportive people. 33 When making new connections,its best to stick to the style that works for you in order to ease homesickness. 34 This point is vital and also one o
31、f the hardest to accomplish.Self-compassion is loving yourself just as you love the ones you care about.The most important step in practicing self-compassion is substituting negative,critical and, sometimes,automatic thoughts about yourself with thoughts that are more supportive and kind.Keep tabs o
32、n your negativity.Its also useful to ask yourself how much of your homesickness is due to an event,such as being separated from loved ones,and how much is from how youre understanding a situation. 35 A positive outlook on a situation can do wonders for your mood,but it often can be hard to practice.
33、You can silence negative thoughts in many ways, including reciting positive mantras（祷文）,keeping a journal or even taking a walk in a park. If youre dealing with feelings of homesickness,remember youre not alone.Even though theres no place like home,give yourself some time and care,you might find you
34、rself falling in love with a new place.A.Learn to help others.B.Practice self-compassion.C.Being homesick is unnormal.D.Being homesick is not a sign of personal shortcoming.E.We gathered a few psychologist-backed tips to help ease homesickness.F.Taking a step back is recommended,instead of falling i
35、nto the trap of a negative outlook.G.But keep in mind that everyone is different when it comes to forming those new relationships.第三部分：语言运用（共两节，满分45分）第一节：完形填空（共20小题；每小题1.5分；满分30分）阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从3655各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题纸上将该选项标号涂黑。This year marked my five-year violin anniversary.Five years
36、 ago I entered a music shop and asked, Do you 36 violin lessons? I was standing in a room filled with beautiful 37 and felt like a stranger in a new land.I had little 38 in playing the violin although I had loved violin music for years.I wanted to learn to play it at that moment.The music shop signe
37、d me up for 39 and it soon became clear to me how 40 it was for a novice（新手）to learn to play the violin.I once watched a skilled violinist play and it looked simple.Actually,it was more difficult than I had expected.Little did I know there was nothing natural about the 41 in which one held the instr
38、ument.There was no margin（偏差）for errora 42 misplaced finger sends a note out of tune.If I had known how challenging it would be, I might never have started.However,my love for violin music 43 all the difficulties.Though it was a big challenge,I made it at last.I won first place in the violin contest
39、 in our city last year. 44 the past five years with my violin,I realized Ive learned much more than how to make music.I believe mistakes are not 45 .They are pointing you toward where to 46 your attention.Besides,youd better not 47 yourself with others.If you find youre not as good as someone,you wi
40、ll feel depressed.If so,remember 48 you started.For me, it was because I loved the violin music and it made me happy.Whats more,remember that developing a new skill 49 repetition.The more you practice,the more you learn.Progress happens even when you are taking 50 baby steps (like practicing for a f
41、ew minutes at a time).Take the time to celebrate your successes.When you 51 something youve been working on,acknowledge it with a Yay me!Look what I did! Give yourself 52 for what youve learned and enjoy your achievement,which will lead you to the next accomplishment. 53 ,you need to persevere（坚持不懈）
42、 no matter how difficult the situation is.I firmly believe these lessons 54 anything we take on.Learning something new isnt always easy.Sometimes its more demanding than you expected,but you are 55 rewarded in more ways than you could have imagined for the trying.36.A.prepare B.offer C.promise D.sup
43、port37.A.treasures B.machines C.instruments D.sculptures38.A.experience B.patience C.consideration D.imagination39.A.travels B.contests C.performances D.lessons40.A.challenging B.practical C.meaningful D.convenient41.A.stage B.event C.relation D.position42.A.fairly B.properly C.slightly D.equally43.
44、A.conquered B.expected C.discovered D.suffered44.A.Looking up to B.Looking back onC.Looking down on D.Looking forward to45.A.failures B.excuses C.lies D.solutions46.A.record B.organize C.escape D.focus47.A.inspire B.share C.compare D.adjust48.A.what B.that C.how D.why49.A.improves B.introduces C.req
45、uires D.guides50.A.broad B.tiny C.proud D.fresh51.A.introduce B.design C.contribute D.accomplish52.A.surprise B.respect C.credit D.warmth53.A.After all B.In conclusion C.In brief D.Above all54.A.lead to B.apply to C.respond to D.occur to55.A.richly B.carefully C.formally D.willingly笫卷第三部分：语言运用（共两节，满
46、分45分）第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。S.T. Harvey wrote a childrens book Miracle,a fictional story about trying to fit in when you stand out.Since it was released earlier this year,the book 56 (appear) in classrooms and libraries 57 the country,bringing with it 58 powerful
47、 message about the importance of kindness. 59 (base) on a true story,the book tells about a boy named Auggie, 60 was born with a misshapen face that has required many 61 (operate) in the 10 years since his birth. 62 being homeschooled since kindergarten,he starts fifth grade at a public school.It isnt easy being the new kid,especially since Auggie looks different from everybody 63 . The book takes readers on a journey,as Auggie and his community learn about 64 .(friend) and acceptance.Harvey worked as an
