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高三英语期末试卷 第二部分阅读（共两节，满分50分） 第-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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡 上将该项涂黑。 A The Best Destinations for 2025 With hopes high for 2025,it's the perfect opportunity to explore new cultures and create unforgettable memories.Here are several destinations that should be on your travel bucket list. France France is a timeless destination that offers a perfect blend of history,art,and gastronomy( )From the iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris to the picturesque villages of Provence,there's something for everyone.Explore world-renowned museums like the Louvre,sayor exquisite pastries at local cafes,and wander through the scenic vineyards of Bordeaux.The French countryside,with its charming chateaux and scenic landscapes,is equally captivating. Peru Home to the iconic Machu Picchu,Peru promises breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural experiences.The Sacred Valley offers opportunities for hiking and exploring ancient Incan sites, while markets full of life and energy in Cusco allow travelers to immerse themselves in Peruvian traditions.Don't miss the chance to savor local dishes like ceviche and lomo saltado. Portugal With its stunning coastline,historic cities,and delicious cuisine,Portugal is a hidden gem in Europe.Wander through the celebrated cobblestone streets of Lisbon,enjoy port wine in Porto, hike the scenic trails of Madeira,or relax on the beautiful beaches of the Algarve.The best part? Portugal's affordability and charm make it an excellent choice for travelers seeking both relaxation and adventure. New Zealand Known for its breathtaking landscapes and outdoor adventures,New Zealand is a paradise for nature lovers.From the stunning fjords of Milford Sound to the geothermal wonders of Rotorua,there's no shortage of natural beauty.Adventure enthusiasts can enjoy activities like bungee jumping and hiking,while the rich Maori culture offers a deeper connection to the land. In 2025,embrace the joy of travel and immerse yourself in the beauty and diversity these remarkable destinations have to offer! 1.Which destination is best suitable for someone interested in history and art? A.France. B.Peru. C.Portugal. D.New Zealand. 2.What can travelers experience in Peru? A.Exploring geothermal wonders B.Wandering through picturesque villages. C.Enjoying the beautiful beaches of the Algarve. D.Immersing in lively markets and tasting local cuisinc. 3.What is a similarity between Portugal and New Zealand? A.Both are renowned for their wine production. B.Both are popular beach vacation destinations. C.Both are famous for their historic architecture and long history. D.Both are known for their natural landscapes and outdoor activities B On a warm July afternoon at the Jersey Shore,my four-year-old son Will and I enjoyed our beach outings.Initially,trips to the beach were difficult due to Will's autism spectrum disorder (ASD)and his sensitivities.However,after much therapy,Will found joy in beaches,and it became a place we both cherished. As we walked along the water's edge,we collected seashells in a red,sandcastle-shaped bucket.Some days yielded many shells,while others offered only a few.This particular day,most shells washed ashore were broken.I suggested to Will that we find perfect shells like the delicate shell I held.However,not affected by my preference,Will continued gathering broken shells, noting their beauty and abundance. Will's perspective was enlightening.He expressed how every broken shell was uniquely beautiful,highlighting their features-like purple colors,shapes resembling smiles or the sun,and forms reminding you of butterfly wings.Realizing the wisdom in his words,I returned my"perfect" shells to the beach,embracing the lesson he taught about appreciating imperfections. Together,we collected only broken shells,admiring their individuality.Back home,we created a"broken shell garden"in our yard,a constant reminder of our own imperfections and inherent-beauty.This became a cherished ritual,emphasizing the importance of finding beauty where others might overlook it. Every beach visit now focuses on gathering broken shells,affirming that while perfect shells 2 are rare,the beauty in brokenness is plentiful and meaningful.Through this practice,we learn not only about the shells but also about embracing ourselves and others in all our unique,imperfect forms 4.What do we know about Will according to the first two paragraphs? A.His disease was brought under control. B.He liked building sandcastles on the beach. C.He found it difficult to collect perfect seashells D.He was too stubborn to accept others'suggestions. 5.What did the mother think of the son's words? A.Ridiculous.B.Inspiring. C.Impractical. D.Creative. 6.What message does the author want to convey? A.Cherish the time spent with your children. B.Return perfect shells to the beach to protect the environment. C.Stick to your own perspective regardless of others'disagreement. D.Accept ourselves and others in all our distinctive,imperfect forms. 7.What can be a suitable title for the text? A.A Warm July Afternoon B.A Child's Pure Heart C.Broken Shells D.Cherished Memories c An AI early-warning system that predicts which patients are at risk of deteriorating ( while in hospital was associated with a decrease in unanticipated deaths,a new study says.The study,published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal,found a 26 percent reduction in non-palliative（非姑息性的)dcaths among patients in St.Michael's Hospital's general internal medicine unit when the AI tool was used. The technology called CHARTwatch continuously analyzed more than 100 different pieces of information about each patient in the unit.That includes information such as age and medical history,as well as measurements such as vital signs,blood pressure,heart rate and lab test results."It gathers all of that information to make a prediction about their risk of becoming more seriously ill going forward and then it updates its model predictions every hour based on how all of those things are changing over time,"Verma said. When the AI tool predicted that a patient was deteriorating,it sent an alert to physicians and nurses,prompting them to quickly intervene.If the clinician agreed with the AI prediction after 3 examining the patient,necessary action was taken.That included transferring the patient to the ICU, giving them antibiotics for serious infections or monitoring the patient more frequently. If a patient's death were inevitable,they would receive end-of-life care earlier than they might have otherwise,easing their suffering,Verma said. Those early-warning signals are important in busy hospital settings where each nurse or doctor is caring for many patients who are getting multiple lab tests,medical imaging and other interventions that could change their prognosis ().Verma said,"Humans cannot monitor 20 to 30 patients simultaneously all the time,but they can act more promptly in response to deteriorating patients'conditions with the aid of these signals." Ross Mitchell,who is the Alberta Health Services chair in AI in health,said the research was "very encouraging.""This specific technology needs to be studied in a broader sense.It needs to be deployed in more hospitals across Canada so that we can get more than one hospital involved,"said Mitchell. 8.How does the AI tool CHARTwatch work? A.It alerts staff to vital sign changes. B.It offers end-of-life care to patients. C.It analyzes data to predict deterioration risk. D.It moves patients to the ICU based on predictions. 9.Why are early-warning signals important in busy hospitals? A.They can enhance diagnosis accuracy greatly. B.They can reduce the staffs workload completely C.They can alert on condition worsening promptly. D.They can ensure appropriate responses generally. 10.What is Ross Mitchell's attitude towards CHARTwatch? A.Skeptical. B.Favorable. C.Dismissive. D.Indifferent. 11.What is a suitable title for the text? A.AI Technology Improves Hospital Care Services. B.AI Early-Warning System Reduces Hospital Deaths. C.The Future of Healthcare:AI and Machine Learning D.CHARTwatch:A Tool for Predicting Paticnt Outcomes. 0 4 ASTRONAUTS,set your watches.Time on the surface of the moon has been calculated to tick at a rate of 57 millionths of a second a day faster than it does on Earth,a difference that could be crucial to lunar exploration. Later this decade,NASA hopes to return humans to the moon for the first time in more than 50 years."We're looking at a sustained presence on the moon,"says Cheryl Gramling at NASA. "Infrastructure on Earth such as GPS provides time down to the nanosecond(十亿分之-秒)level. If you're trying to navigate or land on the moon,and avoid dangerous areas,then that precision matters."To tackle this issue,NASA was recently tasked by the White House to create a Coordinated Lunar Time for the moon by the end of 2026.Slava Turyshev at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in California and his colleagues were already working on the problem,and now have an answer."Somebody needed to sit down and work out the maths,"he says. Time ticks faster on the moon because its gravity is one-sixth that of Earth's,a result of time dilation.Turyshey and his team have calculated the flow of time on Earth and the moon in reference to the centre of the solar system,known as its barycentre,which moves depending on the position of the planets relative to the sun.Their calculations show that time on the moon's surface ticks 57.5 microseconds per Earth day (0.0000575 seconds)faster than it does on Earth's surface,so over 50 years,an astronaut on the moon would be about a second older than if they had stayed on Earth. Previous results for calculating lunar time have arrived at a similar number.In February,a study calculated that time on the moon's surface ticked 56 microseconds faster than on Earth,based on the orbits of the two bodies.Performing multiple calculations will help create an accurate time zone,says Gramling.Defining moon time will also require us to set a "zero day"date on which we begin tracking lunar seconds compared with Earth. 12.What is the main purpose of Paragraph 1? A.To make comparisons. B.To provide an example. C.To introduce the topic. D.To demonstrate a method. 13.Why is the differenee in time between the moon and Earth crucial for lunar exploration? A.It influences the orbits of the moon around Earth. B.It determines the length of astronauts'stays on the moon. C.It affects the accuracy of navigation and landing on the moon. D.It changes the gravitational pull experienced on the moon's surface. 14.What is the main reason for time ticking faster on the moon compared to Earth? A.The moon's closer distance to the sun. B.The faster rotational speed of the moon. C.The lack of an atmospheric layer on the moon. D.The moon's gravity being smaller than Earth's. 15.What can we infer from the last paragraph? A.NASA has created an accurate time zonc on the moon. B.NASA has had different results about the time on the moon. C.NASA has set a starting point to define the time on the moon. D.NASA has tried several times to calculate the time on the moon. 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能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余 选项。 Are you struggling to stay awake at school?16,there are many effective ways to boost your energy and improve your focus during the school day. Set achievable goals for each class.17.By breaking down larger tasks into smaller, manageable objectives,students can allocate their study time more efficiently,maximize their potential and even foster a lifelong love of learning. Engage actively in the classroom.Instead of focusing on your tiredness,immerse yourself in the lesson.18,should you find yourself coufused.Engaging in conversation with peers will also keep you alert;after all,it's quite challenging to doze off in the middle of an engaging discussion. 19 Studies have shown that even mild dehydration can damage functions like memory, attention,and concentration,making it harder to understand information.Therefore,adequate absorption of water is crucial for these cognitive functions.Staying hydrated also helps ensure your brain has the resources it needs to perform well. Integrate action into your routine.Even a little bit of movement can keep you awake during class.You might as well shuffle your feet,stretch your limbs,or fidget with your hands without disrupting the class.20,if permitted. Remember that maintaining a balanced lifestyle,including good nutrition and proper sleep,is key to staying alert and focused in any learning environment. A.Prioritize eating nutritious foods B.Whether you are anxious or ashamed C.Make sure to drink enough water daily D.Stand up and walk around for a minute or two E.Do not hesitate to raise your hand and seek clarification F.Whether you lack motivation or stay up late to finish homework G.It enhances focus and motivation as well as improves time management 第三部分语言运用（共两节，满分30分） 第-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。 Ellie Walker,a 22-year-old employee at the British grocery chain Sainsbury's,experienced something extraordinary. Known for her 21 behavior,Ellie enjoyed the daily chat with customers but never 22 how deeply these interactions could impact her life.It was during one of these 23 conversations that Ellie encountered Edwin Holmes,an 86-year-old regular 24.Their interaction took a turn when Edwin told Ellie about his loneliness,25 that he had no one to spend Christmas with. This 26made Ellie feel sympathy for Edwin,as she couldn't 27 the thought of Edwin spending the festive scason 28.Moved by Edwin's situation,Ellie 29 to extend a gesture of kindness.She invited him to join her for a Christmas meal,hoping to create a memorable and joyous 30 for both of them.It was a simple 31,but one that meant much for Edwin.The Christmas dinner was a special and emotional event. Edwin 32,looking neat in a suit,with a bunch of flowers in hand for Ellie.It was a moment of genuine connection,taking the usual customer-cmployee relationship to a different level. Ellie's 33 to Edwin was more than just a kind gesture;it was a lifeline.From that 34 Christmas dinner,a beautiful friendship developed.Ellie and Edwin began meeting regularly for coffee,sharing stories and enjoying each other's 35 Their relationship,which started with casual conversations in a grocery store,had grown into a meaningful friendship. 21.A.suspicious B.friendly C.changeable D.odd 22.A.anticipated B.assessed C.required D.consulted 23.A.lengthy B.pointless C.routine D.secret 24.A.agent B.candidate C.donor D.customer 25.A.revealing B.securing C.doubting D.predicting 7 26.A.pressure B.discovery C.signature D.trick 27.A.block B.express C.bear D.push 28.A.abroad B.comfortably C.noisily D.alone 29.A.determined B.agreed C.begged D.hesitated 30.A.adventure B.phase C.start D.experience 31.A.mission B.act C.style D.plot 32.A.called out B.cheered up C.showed up D.settled down 33.A.solution B.invitation C.approach D.contribution 34.A.quick B.annual C.memorable D.farewell 35.A.challenge B.forgiveness C.recognition D.company 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。 Kunshan is the birthplace of Kunqu,36 blends poetry,music,intricate costumes and graceful performances.In Kunshan City,the melodies of Kunqu Opera are not confined to the stages of grand theaters,but ring out in37 (expccted)scenes-school bells,fitness routines and even bus stop illustrations.In the streets of Kunshan,this ancient art form continues to find new life,38 (delicate)balancing preserving its timeless beauty and embracing the demands of modernity. For performers like You Tengteng,39 actress at the Kunshan Contemporary Kunqu Theater,the act is both a challenge and a passion.You and her colleagues often discuss their latest performance 40(strategy),not in a traditional theater but on Douyin.In partnership with the platform,You and other performers livestream their Kungu shows for 20 hours each month.Their goal is simple yet ambitious:41(reach)a new generation of audiences who might hesitate to sit through a two or three-hour-long performance in an opera house. To draw audiences in the digital age,the performers have condensed the intricate art form into digestible one-hour segments,42(invite)viewers to experience Kunqu in more relaxed settings,whether at a cafe 43 in a museum. The strategy44(seem)to be working,particularly among Chinese youth.After performances,it is not uncommon to see young fans eagerly lining up for selfies and autographs with the performers.Their newfound passion 45 this ancicnt art is a testament to its evolving relevance. 第四部分写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 假如你是校英文报编辑李华，你校科技社团在上周举行了一个“用VR游中国"(A Virtual Tour around China)体验活动，让同学们能够通过VR眼镜游览祖国著名景点。请你在校英文 报上撰写一则新闻稿，内容包括： 1.活动介绍：。2.活动反响。 注意： 1.写作词数应为80左右； 2.请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。 A Virtual Tour Around China 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 Water of Life It was one of the hottest days of the dry season.We had not seen rain in almost a month.The crops were dying.Cows had stopped giving milk.The rivers and streams were long gone back into the earth.Every day,my husband and his brothers would go about the tiring process of trying to get water to the farm.If we didn't see some rain soon,we would lose everything It was on this day that I leamned the true lesson of sharing and witnessed the only miracle() I have seen with my own eyes.I was in the kitchen making lunch for my husband and his brothers when I saw my six-year-old son,Billy,walking toward the woods.He wasn't walking with the usual carefree abandon of a youth but with a serious purpose.I could only see his back.He was obviously walking with a great effort trying to be as still as possible.Minutes after he disappeared into the woods,he came running out again toward the house.I went back to make sandwiches, thinking that whatever task he had been doing was completed. Moments later,however,he was once again walking toward the woods.This activity went on for over an hour:walking carefully to the woods,and then running back to the house.Finally,my curiosity got the best of me.I walked out of the house and followed him on his journey. He was cupping both hands in front of him as he walked,very careful not to spill ()the water he held.Maybe two or three tabiespoons were held in his tiny hands.I moved closer as he went into the woods.Branches and thorns slapped his little face but he did not try to avoid them.He had a much greater purpose.As I leaned in to spy on him,I saw an amazing sight.A mother decr appeared in front of him,with a baby fawn (lying on the dry ground.I almost screamed to get him 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。 Paragraph 1:However,Billy walked right up to them. Paragraph 2:I witnessed the most beautiful heart working hard to save a life. 10