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2025届大湾区普通高中毕业年级联合模拟考试(二) 英语 本试卷共8页，满分120分。考试用时120分钟。 注意事项：1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的学校、班级、姓名、考场号、座位号和准考证号填写在答题卡上，将条形码横贴在答题卡“条形码粘贴处”。 2.作答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔在答题卡上将对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑；如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案。答案不能答在试卷上。 3.非选择题必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液。不按以上要求作答无效。 4..考生必须保证答题卡的整洁。考试结束后，将试卷和答题卡一并交回。 第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分) 第一节(共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分) 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A Set out on a comprehensive academic journey through history, analysis, composition, and performance, and join some of the most celebrated musicians who have studied or taught at Stanford. The Echoes at Stanford course is designed for those who are passionate about deepening their understanding of music and its various aspects within an academic setting. TEACHING AND FACILITIES At the heart of a vast network of musical study, research and practice, the Department of Music is where you’ll find a wealth of knowledge and resources. Our research students, lecturers, and well-respected international visitors explore diverse musical topics, from early modern music to opera, pop music, performance studies, composition and scientific approaches to music. Your academic experience will mainly take place within the Department, which includes: ·West Road Concert Hall, an inviting venue with 500 seats ·Pendlebury Library offering a broad collection of music, books and recordings ·A fully-equipped recording studio, complete with a control room and recording room ·Music computing laboratories, featuring specialized software COURSE FEES $199 per person. Groups of 5 or more enjoy a discounted price of $149 per person. COURSE COMPLETION Upon completion of this course, you will earn 2 Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Please note that CEUs cannot be applied toward any Stanford degree. The receiving institution’s policies determine if CEUs can be accepted elsewhere. You will receive an email with a link to download your Record of Completion within 3 business days of course completion. For any inquiries, please reach out to stanford-educ@stanford.edu. 1. Who is the course at Stanford intended for? A. Sound analysts. B. Music scholars. C. Public speakers. D. History researchers. 2. What does the Department of Music offer? A. Computer laboratories. B. Extensive references. C. High-end concert halls. D. Reliable internet access. 3. What can be expected after finishing the course? A. A recording of performances. B. A link for course application. C. A proof of course completion. D. A Stanford degree with 2 CEUs. 【答案】1. B 2. B 3. C 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了斯坦福大学音乐课程的相关信息。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段中“The Echoes at Stanford course is designed for those who are passionate about deepening their understanding of music and its various aspects within an academic setting.(斯坦福大学的“The Echoes”课程是为那些热衷于在学术环境中加深对音乐及其各个方面理解的人设计的)”可知，该课程是为音乐学者设计的。故选B。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。根据TEACHING AND FACILITIES部分中“Pendlebury Library, offering a broad collection of music, books and recordings(彭德尔伯里图书馆，提供大量的音乐、书籍和唱片收藏)”可知，音乐系提供广泛的参考资料。故选B。 【3题详解】 细节理解题。根据COURSE COMPLETION部分中“Upon completion of this course, you will earn 2 Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Please note that CEUs cannot be applied toward any Stanford degree. The receiving institution's policies determine if CEUs can be accepted elsewhere. You will receive an email with a link to download your Record of Completion within 3 business days of course completion.(完成本课程后，您将获得2个继续教育学分。请注意，继续教育学分不能用于任何斯坦福学位。接收机构的政策决定了继续教育学分在其他地方是否可以被接受。课程结束后的3个工作日内，您将收到一封电子邮件，其中包含下载您的结业记录的链接)” 可知，完成课程后可以得到课程完成的证明。故选C。 B The path to success isn’t always clear-cut. Julia Green knows this well. Just as she graduated from college, a financial crisis swept the country, making it hard to get a job in journalism. Despite her growing worries, she didn’t give up on her dream; instead, she tried a global volunteer program for her self-growth. A year later, Green began taking random writing jobs to make ends meet, while dreaming of a day when she could write freely and be paid for it. Afterwards, she applied for the fully funded Master of Fine Arts program, and was accepted to study fiction writing at the University of Michigan. Though the program didn’t end up opening many doors for her, she was paid to write and take classes. Green has never shied away from challenging topics. Marriage, healthcare, employment and more have featured noticeably in her writing, and she is especially impressive when it comes to music criticism. “I’ve intentionally tried to keep my lane (道路) very wide,” she said. “It was what I had to do in the beginning. I wanted to become a well-rounded writer.” She penned articles for a variety of websites. Slowly, she began to build a reputation for fearlessness. “I’ve been writing since I was 22. This craft requires that you have a tough skin.” said Green, when asked about her writing journey. “As a writer, you are not well served by caring what other people think about you. You have to be emotionally prepared to face rejection.” In the past decade, Green, lacking many examples to model after, has achieved remarkable success through great effort. She landed regular writing positions, had worked in respected journals, made the Forbes 30 Under 30 list, and wrote a world-class bestseller. By any young journalist’s definition, Green had arrived. 4. What do we know about Green from the first two paragraphs? A. A financial crisis ruined her dream. B. Further education made her optimistic. C. Volunteering brought her new jobs. D. Her passion for writing did not change. 5. Why did Green pursue a diverse path? A. To show off her creativity. B. To please critical readers. C. To develop her adaptability. D. To build her a reputation. 6. What matters most to her career according to Green? A. Handling criticism bravely. B. Maintaining youthful skin. C. Gaining public recognition. D. Writing about her journey. 7 Which words can best describe Green? A. Independent and considerate. B. Generous and creative. C. Hard-working and determined. D. Ambitious and modest. 【答案】4. D 5. C 6. A 7. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了Julia Green历经困难坚持写作并取得成功的故事。 【4题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段“Just as she graduated from college, a financial crisis swept the country, making it hard to get a job in journalism. Despite her growing worries, she didn’t give up on her dream; instead, she tried a global volunteer program for her self-growth.(就在她大学毕业的时候，一场金融危机席卷了这个国家，使得她很难在新闻行业找到一份工作。尽管她的担忧与日俱增，但她并没有放弃自己的梦想；相反，她参加了一个全球性的志愿者项目来实现自我成长)”以及第二段“A year later, Green began taking random writing jobs to make ends meet, while dreaming of a day when she could write freely and be paid for it.(一年后，格林开始从事一些零散的写作工作来维持生计，与此同时，她梦想着有一天能够自由地写作并以此获得报酬)”可知，尽管面临金融危机找工作困难，以及做随机写作工作来维持生计，但格林对写作的梦想和热情从未改变。故选D。 【5题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段““I’ve intentionally tried to keep my lane (道路) very wide,” she said. “It was what I had to do in the beginning. I wanted to become a well-rounded writer.”(“我有意地努力让自己的发展道路尽可能宽广，” 她说，“这是我一开始就必须要做的事情。我想成为一名全面的作家。”)” 可推知，格林追求多样化的写作道路是为了让自己成为一个全面的作家，也就是培养自己的适应能力，能够应对不同类型的写作任务。故选C。 【6题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段““I’ve been writing since I was 22. This craft requires that you have a tough skin.” said Green, when asked about her writing journey. “As a writer, you are not well served by caring what other people think about you. You have to be emotionally prepared to face rejection.”(当被问及自己的写作历程时，格林说：“我从22岁起就一直在写作。从事写作这一行需要你有厚脸皮。作为一名作家，太在意别人对你的看法对你没有好处。你必须在情感上做好面对被拒绝的准备。”)”可知，对于她的写作事业来说，最重要的是要勇敢地面对批评和拒绝，要有厚脸皮，不要在意别人的看法。故选A。 【7题详解】 推理判断题。通读全文，尤其是第一段“The path to success isn’t always clear-cut. Julia Green knows this well. Just as she graduated from college, a financial crisis swept the country, making it hard to get a job in journalism. Despite her growing worries, she didn’t give up on her dream; instead, she tried a global volunteer program for her self-growth.(成功之路并非总是清晰明确的。朱莉娅・格林对此深有体会。就在她大学毕业之时，一场金融危机席卷了整个国家，这使得她很难在新闻行业找到一份工作。尽管她的担忧日益加剧，但她并没有放弃自己的梦想；相反，她参加了一个全球性的志愿者项目来实现自我成长)”可知，格林在就业困难时没放弃梦想，通过不断努力，找写作相关工作，申请深造，尝试不同写作题材，最终取得成功，说明她努力且坚定。故选C。 C Picture this: You’re sitting at your desk, finally getting to the task that has been put off for ages. You have put your phone in your bag. Despite the urge to check it once in a while, you feel focused. Do you think you’re having a productive time? Think again. We tend to believe putting our phone face-side down on our desk or in our bag is enough to prevent us from being distracted (干扰). However, a recent study reveals that the mere presence of your phone, even if it’s out of sight, can be a distraction to your brain - a concept known as “brain drain”. To test the “brain drain” theory, 548 college students at the University of Texas were divided into three groups and asked to complete a set of brain performance tests, with their phones facing down on their desk, in their bag, or outside the room. Researchers found that the group with their phones in another room scored significantly higher. An analysis of 22 studies extends this line of research, indicating the mere presence of smartphones creates a “brain drain” and that the farther away they are from the users, the easier it is for them to concentrate. Why? Our brains can only focus on a small amount of information at once and need to prioritize what is the most ever-present and relevant, like smartphones. In fact, we engage with the device an average of more than 150 times a day, which means we are rarely focused on a task for more than a few minutes without our attention being divided. This over-reliance on smartphones trains our brain to be inattentive, leaving less space for other tasks. As our phones constantly battle for our attention, how can we prevent them from negatively impacting our performance at work? A good starting point is to educate ourselves on the impact of phone usage on our brains so we can make more informed decisions when working on a task. To further improve our productivity, we should also remember to place our phone outside the room, rather than simply turn it upside down or silence it right beside us. 8. What does the author open the text with? A. A heated discussion. B. A vividly-described painting. C. A well-known theory. D. A common misunderstanding. 9. Why is the analysis of 22 studies cited? A. To confirm previous findings. B. To analyze studies’ outcomes. C. To compare research methods. D. To track subjects’ performances. 10. What causes a “brain drain” according to the text? A. The lack of concentration training. B. The limited capacity of our brains. C. The overload of online information. D. The mindful use of digital devices. 11 How can we avoid distractions from phones at work? A. By reducing our phone’s usage. B. By switching smartphones to silent mode. C. By covering our phone’s screen. D. By separating work zones and phone zones. 【答案】8. D 9. A 10. B 11. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了手机在视线外也会分散注意力，即“脑力流失”现象，并提出应对措施。 【8题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段“Picture this: You’re sitting at your desk, finally getting to the task that has been put off for ages. You have put your phone in your bag. Despite the urge to check it once in a while, you feel focused. Do you think you’re having a productive time? (想象一下：你坐在办公桌前，终于开始处理拖延已久的任务。你把手机放在了包里。尽管偶尔有查看手机的冲动，但你感觉很专注。你认为你度过了一段高效的时光吗？)”以及第二段中“We tend to believe putting our phone face-side down on our desk or in our bag is enough to prevent us from being distracted (干扰). However, a recent study reveals that the mere presence of your phone, even if it’s out of sight, can be a distraction to your brain - a concept known as “brain drain”. (我们往往认为把手机正面朝下放在桌子上或包里就足以防止我们分心。然而，最近的一项研究表明，仅仅是手机的存在，即使它不在视线范围内，也会分散你的大脑注意力 —— 这一概念被称为“脑力消耗”。)”可知，作者开篇描述了一个人们通常认为把手机放起来就不会分心的常见情况，而实际并非如此，所以作者是以一个常见的误解开篇的。故选D。 【9题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段中“An analysis of 22 studies extends this line of research, indicating the mere presence of smartphones creates a “brain drain” and that the farther away they are from the users, the easier it is for them to concentrate. (一项对22项研究的分析扩展了这一研究方向，表明智能手机的存在本身就会造成“脑力流失”，而且它们离用户越远，用户就越容易集中注意力。)”可知，引用对22项研究的分析是为了证实先前的发现，即手机的存在本身就会分散注意力。故选A。 【10题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段中“Our brains can only focus on a small amount of information at once, and need to prioritize what is the most ever-present and relevant, like smartphones. In fact, we engage with the device an average of more than 150 times a day, which means we are rarely focused on a task for more than a few minutes without our attention being divided. This over-reliance on smartphones trains our brain to be inattentive, leaving less space for other tasks. (我们的大脑一次只能专注于少量信息，并且需要优先处理那些最常出现且与之相关的事物，比如智能手机。事实上，我们平均每天会使用手机超过150次，这意味着我们很少能在专注于一项任务几分钟以上而不分心。这种对智能手机的过度依赖让我们的大脑变得注意力不集中，从而留给其他任务的精力就更少了。)”可知，大脑的有限容量导致“脑力流失”。故选B。 【11题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段中“To further improve our productivity, we should also remember to place our phone outside the room, rather than simply turn it upside down or silence it right beside us. (为了进一步提高我们的工作效率，我们还应该记住把手机放在房间外面，而不是简单地把它倒过来或放在我们旁边静音。)”可知，为了在工作中避免手机带来的干扰，我们应该将工作区和手机区分开。故选D。 D The long-held assumption that intelligence is the primary driver of academic achievement is challenged by a recent study in Human Behavior. The study, led by Dr. Malan from University of London and jointly carried out by a group of international experts, has revealed that non-cognitive (非认知的) skills, such as motivation, self-regulation and academic interest, are no less important than intelligence in determining academic success. The influence of these skills accrues throughout a child’s education, with genetic (基因的) factors playing a significant role in shaping this developmental path. The study tracked over 10,000 children from age 7 to 16 in England and Wales and used twin studies and DNA analysis to investigate the impact of non-cognitive skills on academic outcomes as well as the influential factors, like genes and environment, that affect these skills. One striking finding is the growing role of genetics in shaping non-cognitive skills and their impact on academic achievement. Researchers created a special method known as the “polygenic score” to measure these skills and found that genetic effects associated with non-cognitive skills became increasingly predictive of academic achievement, nearly doubling between the ages of 7 and 16. By the end of required schooling, genetic influence on non-cognitive skills was as strong as that on cognitive skills in predicting academic success. Besides, by comparing children from the same family, researchers could separate the impact of shared family environment from genetic factors. “We found that how children were raised in the family played a significant role, although the increasing influence of non-cognitive genetics on academic achievement was still evident,” said Dr. Alleg, a co-researcher in the study. The findings have far-reaching implications for education. The study suggests that schools should develop programs to support students’ emotional and social development. Dr. Malan said, “By doing so, we can create a more inclusive and effective learning environment for students.” The study also highlights the need for further research into the complex interaction between genes, environment and education. By understanding these factors, educators and policymakers can develop more effective strategies to support students’ overall development and achieve better educational outcomes. 12. What does the underlined word “accrues” in paragraph 1 mean? A. Mounts. B. Remains. C. Varies. D. Surfaces. 13. Why was the special method used in the study? A. To predict students’ academic achievement. B. To measure the role of environment in learning. C. To evaluate the genetic impact on non-cognitive skills. D. To assess the academic influence of cognitive abilities. 14. What are the researchers most likely to recommend? A. Advanced math courses. B. AI programming workshops. C. Writing training programs. D. Community service projects. 15. What is the best title for the text? A. Promoting Effective Learning B. The Overlooked Benefits of Genes C. Unlocking Academic Potential D. The Hidden Key to Academic Success 【答案】12. A 13. C 14. D 15. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了一项研究表明非认知技能对学业成就影响重大且受基因影响。 【12题详解】 词句猜测题。根据划线单词后面的“with genetic (基因的) factors playing a significant role in shaping this developmental path(基因因素在塑造这条发展路径中起着重要作用)” 以及第二段“The study tracked over 10,000 children from age 7 to 16 in England and Wales and used twin studies and DNA analysis to investigate the impact of non-cognitive skills on academic outcomes as well as the influential factors, like genes and environment, that affect these skills.(该研究对英格兰和威尔士地区年龄在 7 岁至 16 岁之间的 10,000 多名儿童进行了追踪调查，并采用双胞胎研究和 DNA 分析方法来探究非认知技能对学业成果的影响，以及基因和环境等影响这些技能的因素)”可知，从7岁到16岁非认知技能中基因影响对学业成就的预测性几乎翻倍，可推知，随着孩子教育过程的推进，非认知技能的影响在不断累积这。所以accrues意思是“累积、增加”。故选A。 【13题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段中“Researchers created a special method known as the “polygenic score” to measure these skills and found that genetic effects associated with non-cognitive skills became increasingly predictive of academic achievement, nearly doubling between the ages of 7 and 16.(研究人员研发出一种名为“多基因评分”的特殊方法，用以衡量这些技能，并发现与非认知技能相关的基因效应对学业成就的预测性日益增强，在7岁至16岁这一年龄段期间，其预测作用几乎翻倍)”可知，研究中使用这种特殊方法是为了评估基因对非认知技能的影响。故选C。 【14题详解】 推理判断题。根据倒数第二段“The study suggests that schools should develop programs to support students’ emotional and social development.(这项研究表明，学校应该制定计划来支持学生的情感和社会发展)”可推知，研究人员最有可能推荐社区服务项目，因为社区服务项目可以帮助学生发展情感和社会能力。故选D。 【15题详解】 主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是第一段的“The long-held assumption that intelligence is the primary driver of academic achievement is challenged by a recent study in Human Behavior. The study, led by Dr. Malan from University of London and jointly carried out by a group of international experts, has revealed that non-cognitive (非认知的) skills, such as motivation, self-regulation and academic interest, are no less important than intelligence in determining academic success.(长久以来，人们一直认为智力是推动学业成就的首要因素，而最近发表在《人类行为》上的一项研究对此提出了质疑。这项研究由伦敦大学的马兰博士牵头，并由一群国际专家共同开展，研究结果表明，在决定学业成功与否方面，动机、自我调节能力以及学术兴趣等非认知技能的重要性丝毫不亚于智力)”可知，文章开篇指出传统认为智力是学业成就主要驱动力的观点受到挑战，接着阐述研究表明非认知技能对学业成就同样重要且受基因影响，还讨论了研究对教育的启示等，所以文章最佳标题是D项“学业成功的隐藏关键”，强调了非认知技能这个过去被忽视但对学业成功很重要的因素。故选D。 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。 Books often struggle to engage modern readers, and this can be especially true for nonfiction. For many people, it’s less exciting and less emotional than fiction. However, the problem may not be with nonfiction, but how they read it. Some people start a nonfiction book but quit after reading a few chapters. They read probably because someone gives them the book or everyone is reading it. That’s not helpful to stay in a committed relationship with nonfiction.____16____No matter what yours is, write it down before starting to read. It’ll prepare your mind on what to look for in that book. If you’re already a fiction reader, start with narrative nonfiction, which carries a strong storytelling element. This kind of writing is so engaging that you may almost forget the story being told is factual. ___17___However, if you still feel burdened by an entire book, an anthology (选集) might be a perfect solution. As collections of shorter pieces, anthologies aim to bring together the best writing on a particular subject.____18____Once you’re drawn in, you’ll find more to read. ____19____For those who prefer highlighting and taking notes, a physical book may be a nice choice. In contrast, e-books are ideal if portability (便携性) or the ability to adjust the text are your priorities. However, if you’re already a listener to nonfiction recorded programs, audio books might be the perfect fit for you. Reading nonfiction can be challenging, but remember there’s always a book on the topic that interests you. It may be about historical events that shape our lives or stories where truth outshines fiction.____20____ A. So it requires a personal insight into the book. B. Some of the pieces are sure to grab your interest. C. It’s a natural bridge between fiction and nonfiction. D. Instead, you should have a clear objective of reading. E. Reading habits affect our selections of nonfiction topics. F. Choosing suitable formats is also key to enjoying nonfiction. G. Whichever it is, the time spent on nonfiction can be rewarding. 【答案】16. D 17. C 18. B 19. F 20. G 【解析】 【分析】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了阅读非虚构类书籍的一些方法和好处。 【16题详解】 上文“They read probably because someone gives them the book or everyone is reading it. That’s not helpful to stay in a committed relationship with nonfiction.(他们读这本书可能是因为别人给了他们这本书，或者每个人都在读。这不利于与非虚构类书籍保持密切关系)”说明读者随意开始阅读非虚构类书籍不利于深入阅读，空处和前文为转折关系，说明读者应该有明确的阅读目标，并引出下文设定目标的具体做法。所以D项“相反，你应该有一个明确的阅读目标”符合语境。而下文中的it指代该项中的“a clear objective of reading”。故选D。 【17题详解】 上文“If you’re already a fiction reader, start with narrative nonfiction, which carries a strong storytelling element. This kind of writing is so engaging that you may almost forget the story being told is factual.(如果你已经是一个小说读者，那就从叙事性非虚构作品开始，它具有很强的叙事元素。这种写作方式非常吸引人，以至于你可能会忘记所讲的故事是真实的)”说明叙事性非虚构类书籍带有很强的故事性，很吸引人。空处和前文为顺接关系，说明叙事性非虚构作品的作用。所以C项“它是小说和非虚构作品之间的天然桥梁”符合语境，It指代前文中的“narrative nonfiction”。故选C。 【18题详解】 上文“As collections of shorter pieces, anthologies aim to bring together the best writing on a particular subject.(作为短篇作品的集合，选集旨在汇集关于某一特定主题的最佳作品)”以及下文“Once you’re drawn in, you’ll find more to read.(一旦你被吸引住了，你会发现更多可读的东西)”说明选集的特点是汇集特定主题的最佳作品，而且你会被吸引。空处承上启下，说明选集中的一些作品肯定会吸引读者的兴趣。 所以B项“其中一些作品肯定会吸引你的兴趣。”符合语境。“Some of the pieces”和上文“collections of shorter pieces”相呼应，而“grab your interest”和下文“Once you’re drawn in”相呼应。故选B。 【19题详解】 下文“For those who prefer highlighting and taking notes, a physical book may be a nice choice. In contrast, e-books are ideal if portability (便携性) or the ability to adjust the text are your priorities. However, if you’re already a listener to nonfiction recorded programs, audio books might be the perfect fit for you.(对于那些喜欢划重点和做笔记的人来说，纸质书可能是一个不错的选择。相反，如果便携性或调整文本的能力是你的首要考虑，那么电子书是理想的选择。然而，如果你已经是非虚构类录音节目的听众，有声书可能是最适合你的)”说明选择合适的阅读格式对享受非虚构类作品也很重要，空处位于段首，说明本段的主题为选择合适的阅读格式。所以F项“选择合适的格式也是享受非虚构作品的关键”符合语境。故选F。 【20题详解】 上文“Reading nonfiction can be challenging, but remember there’s always a book on the topic that interests you. It may be about historical events that shape our lives or stories where truth outshines fiction.(阅读非虚构作品可能具有挑战性，但请记住，总有一本关于你感兴趣的主题的书。它可能是关于塑造我们生活的历史事件，也可能是真相超越虚构的故事)”说明总有一本关于你感兴趣的主题的非虚构作品值得阅读，空处和前文为顺接关系，说明阅读非虚构作品都是值得的。所以G项“无论是什么主题，花在阅读非虚构作品上的时间都是值得的”符合语境，该项中的it指代前文的“a book on the topic that interests you”。故选G。 第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分) 第一节(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分) 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 I used to be an ambitious resolution-maker. Every January 1st, I would dutifully sit down and write out my ____21____ resolutions like landing 100 new clients, getting promoted, or being the top seller. However, I never ____22____ those goals. By March, I’d lose my willpower and ____23____ my old habits, and every winter, I’d feel extremely ashamed, looking back at all of the amazing things I didn’t do. Eventually, I was tired of this cycle. Fueled by the weight of years of ____24____, a desire for something ____25____ began to grow within me. I decided to ____26____. I quit my job and pursued my passion for ____27____. It wasn’t a grand exit, but a brave decision. This transformation, of course, wasn’t ____28____. Financial anxiety and self-doubt ____29____ my every step. I tried to ____30____ my world shot by shot. I sharpened my skills, built a photo collection, and connected with other artists. Instead of aiming ____31____, I set achievable goals. With each one checked off the list, I feel ____32____. I can say this decision has completely shifted my ____33____ on “success” and “failure”. Before, I always felt like I was failing, but now simply photographing a beautiful moment or cheering up someone with a photograph counts as a huge ____34____. Now, my shiny goals never turn to ____35____! 21. A. practical B. grand C. creative D. strange 22. A. met B. raised C. set D. shared 23. A. fight for B. give up C. slide into D. shake off 24. A. arguing B. planning C. waiting D. failing 25. A. different B. relevant C. complex D. difficult 26. A. work B. continue C. change D. stay 27. A. shooting B. investment C. photography D. painting 28. A. complete B. easy C. rapid D. real 29. A. shadowed B. simplified C. outlined D. decided 30. A. shake B. define C. rule D. rebuild 31. A. ahead B. straight C. high D. right 32. A. respected B. amused C. shocked D. satisfied 33. A. view B. strategy C. emphasis D. attention 34. A. impact B. success C. burden D. advantage 35. A. gold B. poison C. light D. dust 【答案】21. B 22. A 23. C 24. D 25. A 26. C 27. C 28. B 29. A 30. D 31. C 32. D 33. A 34. B 35. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者从设定不切实际的宏大目标到追求摄影梦想的心路历程，强调了改变与成长的重要性。 【21题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：每年的1月1日，我都会尽职尽责地坐下来，写下我宏大的新年决心，比如开发100个新客户、获得晋升或者成为销售冠军。A. practical实际的；B. grand宏大的，盛大的；C. creative有创造力的；D. strange奇怪的。根据后文“like landing 100 new clients, getting promoted, or being the top seller”可知，这些都是比较宏大的目标。故选B。 【22题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：然而，我从未实现过这些目标。A. met达到，实现；B. raised提高，养育；C. set设置；D. shared分享。根据后文“By March, I’d lose my willpower”可知，作者没有坚持下去，所以没有实现目标，“meet goals”表示“实现目标”。故选A。 【23题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：到了3月份，我就会失去意志力，重新陷入旧习惯，每年冬天，回顾那些我没有完成的令人惊叹的事情，我都会感到极度羞愧。A. fight for为……而战；B. give up放弃；C. slide into不知不觉地陷入，滑入；D. shake off摆脱。根据前文“lose my willpower”可知，作者失去意志力后会重新陷入旧习惯。故选C。 【24题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：在多年失败的重压下，我内心开始渴望一些不同的东西。A. arguing争论；B. planning计划；C. waiting等待；D. failing失败。根据前文“However, I never ____ those goals”作者总是无法实现目标可知，作者经历了多年的失败。故选D。 【25题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：在多年失败的重压下，我内心开始渴望一些不同的东西。A. different不同的；B. relevant相关的；C. complex复杂的；D. difficult困难的。根据前文“I was tired of this cycle”可知，作者厌倦了之前的循环，所以渴望一些不同的东西。故选A。 【26题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：我决定做出改变。A. work工作；B. continue继续；C. change改变；D. stay停留。根据后文“I quit my job and pursued my passion”可知，作者辞去了工作去追求热爱，说明作者决定做出改变。故选C。 【27题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：我辞去了工作，去追求我对摄影的热爱。A. shooting射击；B. investment投资；C. photography摄影；D. painting绘画。根据后文“photographing a beautiful moment”可知，作者追求的是摄影。故选C。 【28题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：当然，这种转变并不容易。A. complete完全的；B. easy容易的；C. rapid迅速的；D. real真实的。根据后文“Financial anxiety and self-doubt”可知，作者面临着经济焦虑和自我怀疑，说明这种转变并不容易。故选B。 【29题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：经济上的焦虑和自我怀疑笼罩着我的每一步。A. shadowed笼罩，遮蔽；B. simplified简化；C. outlined概述；D. decided决定。根据前文“Financial anxiety and self-doubt”可知，作者面临着经济焦虑和自我怀疑，这些负面情绪像影子一样一直伴随着作者，笼罩着他。故选A。 【30题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：我试图一点一点地重建我的世界。A. shake摇晃；B. define定义；C. rule统治；D. rebuild重建。根据前文“I quit my job and pursued my passion for ____ ”可知，作者辞去工作追求摄影，作者是在重建自己的世界。故选D。 【31题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：我不再设定过高的目标，而是设定可实现的目标。A. ahead向前；B. straight直接地；C. high高地；D. right正确地。根据后文“I set achievable goals”可知，作者不再设定过高的目标。故选C。 【32题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：随着清单上的每一个目标被划掉，我感到很满足。A. respected受尊敬的；B. amused被逗乐的；C. shocked震惊的；D. satisfied满足的。根据前文“With each one checked off the list”可知，作者每划掉一个完成的目标都会感到满足。故选D。 【33题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：我可以说，这个决定完全改变了我对“成功”和“失败”的看法。A. view观点，看法；B. strategy策略；C. emphasis重点；D. attention注意力。根据后文“Before, I always felt like I was failing, but now simply photographing a beautiful moment or cheering up someone with a photograph counts as a huge ____ .”可知作者对成功和失败有了不同理解，这个决定改变了作者对“成功”和“失败”的看法。故选A。 【34题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：以前，我总是觉得自己在失败，但现在，仅仅拍摄一个美丽的瞬间或者用一张照片让某人开心，都算是一个巨大的成功。A. impact影响；B. success成功；C. burden负担；D. advantage优势。根据前文“I always felt like I was failing”可知，作者以前觉得自己在失败，现在觉得这些小事也是成功。故选B。 【35题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：现在，我那些闪闪发光的目标再也不会变成尘土了！A. gold金子；B. poison毒药；C. light光；D. dust尘土。根据前文作者以前总是无法实现目标，现在却能取得一些小成功可知，作者现在不会再让目标变成尘土，这里表示作者现在的目标不会像以前那样无法实现，化为乌有。故选D。 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。 In the late 18th century, a form of drama called “French Light and Shadow” gained widespread popularity in Paris and Marseilles. This art form was inspired by traditional Chinese shadow play dating back over 2,000 years, which, often ____36____ (refer) to as the world’s earliest “movie art”, combines live performance with voice effects. By the Song Dynasty, it ____37____ (grow) into a highly-developed art capable of relating stories of the Three Kingdoms before the rise of traditional Chinese opera. During the Ming Dynasty, shadow plays became ____38____ popular form of entertainment, especially in cities like Beijing. Even today, its influence can still be seen in modern film-making, ____39____ (shape) how stories are told. Creating shadow-play puppets (木偶) requires both choice ____40____ (material) and skills. Donkey hide (驴皮) is carved into the heads, limbs and bodies of the figures, then painted and joined using threads and links. The true magic of shadow play lies not just in its making, ____41____ in its live performance, ____42____ a team of puppeteers (木偶操纵师), narrators, and musicians work together in harmony. During the performance, as light shines on the human figures, vivid shadows ____43____ (project) onto a screen. The puppeteers, standing ____44____ the screen, move the figures with five bamboo sticks, while the narrators sing and the musicians play instruments like drums and gongs. On the opposite side, audiences see the figures on the screen come to life through the shadows, whose movements are so ____45____ (express) that people forget they’re just watching shadows. 【答案】36. referred 37. had grown 38. a 39. shaping 40. materials 41. but 42. where 43. are projected 44. behind 45. expressive 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了中国传统皮影戏的历史、制作及表演特点。 【36题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：这种艺术形式受到可以追溯到2000多年前的中国传统皮影戏的启发，皮影戏通常被称为世界上最早的“电影艺术”，它将现场表演与音效相结合。“which, often ____ (refer) to as the world’s earliest “movie art””是定语从句，修饰先行词“traditional Chinese shadow play”，从句中已有谓语动词combines，所以refer要用非谓语形式作定语，refer to...as... 表示“把……称作……”，所以此处该动词和被修饰的名词之间为被动关系，用过去分词referred表被动。故填referred。 【37题详解】 考查动词时态。句意：到了宋代，在中国传统戏曲兴起之前，它已经发展成为一种高度发达的艺术，能够讲述三国时期的故事。空处为句子的谓语动词。根据时间状语By the Song Dynasty可知，此处应用过去完成时，表示在过去某一时间之前已经完成的动作，即到宋代为止，皮影戏已经发展成为一种高度发达的艺术。故填had grown。 【38题详解】 考查冠词。句意：在明代，皮影戏成为一种流行的娱乐形式，尤其是在北京这样的城市。form是可数名词“形式”，此处泛指“一种形式”，且popular的发音以辅音音素开头，应用不定冠词a修饰。故填a。 【39题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：即使在今天，它对现代电影制作的影响仍然可见，影响着故事的讲述方式。此处应用非谓语动词作状语，shape与逻辑主语its influence之间是主动关系，故用现在分词形式。故填shaping。 【40题详解】 考查名词复数。句意：制作皮影戏木偶既需要选择材料，也需要技巧。根据句意可知，material是可数名词“材料”，根据语境可知，制作皮影木偶需要多种材料，所以用复数形式。故填materials。 【41题详解】 考查连词。句意：皮影戏的真正魔力不仅在于它的制作，还在于它的现场表演，在现场表演中，一群木偶操纵师、叙述者和音乐家和谐地合作。not just...but...为固定搭配，意为“不仅……而且……”。故填but。 【42题详解】 考查定语从句。句意：皮影戏的真正魔力不仅在于它的制作，还在于它的现场表演，在现场表演中，一群木偶操纵师、叙述者和音乐家和谐地合作。此处引导非限制性定语从句，先行词是its live performance，关系词在从句中作地点状语，应用关系副词where引导该从句。故填where。 【43题详解】 考查动词时态、语态和主谓一致。句意：在表演过程中，当光线照射到人物身上时，生动的影子就会被投射到屏幕上。此处为谓语动词，描述的是一般情况，此处应用一般现在时，主语vivid shadows与动词project“投射，放映”之间是被动关系，应用一般现在时的被动语态，主语为复数，be动词用are。故填are projected。 【44题详解】 考查介词。句意：木偶操纵师站在屏幕后面，用五根竹棒操纵人物，而叙述者则唱歌，音乐家则演奏鼓、锣等乐器。根据常识可知，木偶操纵师是站在屏幕后面操作木偶的，所以用介词behind“在……后面”。故填behind。 【45题详解】 考查形容词。句意：在另一边，观众看到屏幕上的人物通过影子变得栩栩如生，它们的动作如此富有表现力，以至于人们忘记了他们只是在看影子。根据空前are可知，此处应用形容词作表语，express的形容词形式为expressive，意为“富有表现力的”。故填expressive。 第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分) 第一节(满分15分) 46. 最近，你班越来越多的同学使用AI助手完成学习任务，请你就该现象写一篇短文投稿校英文报，内容包括： (1)你的看法； (2)你的建议。 注意： (1)写作词数应为80个左右； (2)请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。 My Views on the Use of AI Assistants in Learning ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】 My Views on the Use of AI Assistants in Learning Recently an increasing number of students in our class have started using AI assistants for learning tasks. While this may seem efficient, it raises concerns about its long-term impact on learning quality. Although AI assistants can provide helpful support, over-reliance on them may limit students’ ability to think critically and solve problems independently. When students skip the process of exploring and understanding on their own, their knowledge tends to remain shallow. To address this, I suggest that AI should be used as a supportive tool rather than a primary resource. By using it wisely and only when needed, students can benefit from its help while still developing essential thinking skills. In conclusion, balancing AI use with active learning is the key to making it truly beneficial. 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生针对班级中越来越多同学使用AI助手完成学习任务的现象，阐述个人看法并提出合理建议。 【详解】1. 词汇积累 最近：recently → lately 影响：impact → effect 提供：provide → supply 建议：suggest → advise 2. 句式拓展 简单句变复合句 原句：In conclusion, balancing AI use with active learning is the key to making it truly beneficial. 拓展句：In conclusion, the key is that we balance AI use with active learning so that it can be truly beneficial. 【点睛】【高分句型1】Although AI assistants can provide helpful support, over-reliance on them may limit students’ ability to think critically and solve problems independently. (运用了although引导的让步状语从句) 【高分句型2】To address this, I suggest that AI should be used as a supportive tool rather than a primary resource. (运用了that引导的宾语从句和虚拟语气) 第二节(满分25分) 47. 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 lights shone above shelves that were lined with canned food. I took my place in line. Same routine, different week. The woman ahead of me coughed into her sleeve; the man behind shifted his weight from foot to foot. We all avoided eye contact, waiting in silence. The groceries quieted my empty stomach but increased the ache I felt in my chest. Unemployment aid stopped three months ago. The red-inked warnings for rent popped up like mushrooms after rain. Watching a volunteer drying sweat off her face, I was happy that the staff at the food bank (食物救济站) were too busy to ask questions. Just show identity and take your bags of dignity. But that Tuesday, something changed. A new volunteer came - early twenties, wearing a coffee shop staff T-shirt. While others rushed, he arranged boxes of cookies like library books. His name tag read JOHN in capital letters. “Odd,” I thought. “Who takes pride in sorting these?” My turn to check out. “Mrs. Thompson?” His voice held unexpected warmth, as if he had known me for years rather than seconds. “How has your week been?” The question caught me while I was reaching for my bags. No one here used names. My throat tightened. “Getting by,” I said, my voice barely above a whisper. Then, to my amazement, I could not help adding that the bills were eating my savings alive as I had been unemployed for three months. John’s eyes softened, and he moved closer. “That’s tough,” he said, his voice steady. “Is there anything I can do to help?” I froze, caught off guard by his sincerity. My first reaction was to ignore it — I didn’t want to be a burden — so I forced a small smile and told him I would be fine. Before he could say more, I grabbed my heavy bags and hurried out. 注意： (1)续写词数应为150个左右; (2)请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。 I was struggling forward when someone called my name. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The next day, I came to the coffee shop for the interview. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】范文 I was struggling forward when someone called my name. I turned to see John dashing towards me, panting heavily. “Mrs. Thompson,” he huffed and puffed, handing me a note, “here’s my coffee shop address and manager’s number.” He added that the coffee shop was hiring cleaners and suggested that I might want to try. With a tired but sincere smile, he jogged back toward the food bank. Gripping the note, I felt its weight surpass even my heavy bags. Unemployment, along with the mounting rent and bill pressures resulting from it seemed to vanish instantly. Nightfall found my hands shaking as I called the manager. To my surprise, the manager responded immediately, scheduling an interview for the next day. The next day, I came to the coffee shop for the interview. There stood John at the counter, arranging packaged coffees like library books. Spotting me, his eyes lit up with warmth. “Mrs. Thompson, so glad you’re here!” he said softly, his steady voice wrapping around me like a cozy blanket, calming my interview nerves instantly. The interview process went smoothly — I started working the same day. Working with John provided me with more opportunities to observe how he took pride in his work, which deepened my determination not to be a burden on society but a contributor to this vibrant space. My encounter with John proved something greater：the unyielding force of compassion can light up the world like never before. 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了作者失业了三个月，某天食品银行一位二十出头的新志愿者发觉了作者所处的困境，于是主动提供了帮助，给作者找到了清洁工的工作。经过面试，作者得到了工作，也十分感谢对方的帮助。 【详解】1.段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容“我挣扎着向前走，这时有人叫我的名字”可知，第一段可描写新志愿者约翰主动提供帮助以及作者惊讶。 ②由第二段首句内容“第二天，我来到咖啡店参加面试”可知，第二段可描写作者通过面试，得到了工作，内心感谢约翰。 2.续写线索：离开食品银行——约翰提供帮助——作者惊讶——安排面试——通过面试——作者感谢——作者感悟 3.词汇激活 行为类 ①观察：observe/watch ②提供：provide/offer ③回答：respond/reply 情绪类 ①惊讶的：surprise/astonishment ②快乐的：glad/pleased 【点睛】[高分句型1] Nightfall found my hands shaking as I called the manager. (由as引导时间状语从句) [高分句型2] Working with John provided me with more opportunities to observe how he took pride in his work, which deepened my determination not to be a burden on society but a contributor to this vibrant space. (由which引导非限制性定语从句) 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 2025届大湾区普通高中毕业年级联合模拟考试(二) 英语 本试卷共8页，满分120分。考试用时120分钟。 注意事项：1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的学校、班级、姓名、考场号、座位号和准考证号填写在答题卡上，将条形码横贴在答题卡“条形码粘贴处”。 2.作答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔在答题卡上将对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑；如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案。答案不能答在试卷上。 3.非选择题必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液。不按以上要求作答无效。 4..考生必须保证答题卡的整洁。考试结束后，将试卷和答题卡一并交回。 第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分) 第一节(共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分) 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A Set out on a comprehensive academic journey through history, analysis, composition, and performance, and join some of the most celebrated musicians who have studied or taught at Stanford. The Echoes at Stanford course is designed for those who are passionate about deepening their understanding of music and its various aspects within an academic setting. TEACHING AND FACILITIES At the heart of a vast network of musical study, research and practice, the Department of Music is where you’ll find a wealth of knowledge and resources. Our research students, lecturers, and well-respected international visitors explore diverse musical topics, from early modern music to opera, pop music, performance studies, composition and scientific approaches to music. Your academic experience will mainly take place within the Department, which includes: ·West Road Concert Hall, an inviting venue with 500 seats ·Pendlebury Library, offering a broad collection of music, books and recordings ·A fully-equipped recording studio, complete with a control room and recording room ·Music computing laboratories, featuring specialized software COURSE FEES $199 per person. Groups of 5 or more enjoy a discounted price of $149 per person. COURSE COMPLETION Upon completion of this course, you will earn 2 Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Please note that CEUs cannot be applied toward any Stanford degree. The receiving institution’s policies determine if CEUs can be accepted elsewhere. You will receive an email with a link to download your Record of Completion within 3 business days of course completion. For any inquiries, please reach out to stanford-educ@stanford.edu. 1 Who is the course at Stanford intended for? A. Sound analysts. B. Music scholars. C. Public speakers. D. History researchers. 2. What does the Department of Music offer? A. Computer laboratories. B. Extensive references. C. High-end concert halls. D. Reliable internet access. 3. What can be expected after finishing the course? A. A recording of performances. B. A link for course application. C. A proof of course completion. D. A Stanford degree with 2 CEUs. B The path to success isn’t always clear-cut. Julia Green knows this well. Just as she graduated from college, a financial crisis swept the country, making it hard to get a job in journalism. Despite her growing worries, she didn’t give up on her dream; instead, she tried a global volunteer program for her self-growth. A year later, Green began taking random writing jobs to make ends meet, while dreaming of a day when she could write freely and be paid for it. Afterwards, she applied for the fully funded Master of Fine Arts program, and was accepted to study fiction writing at the University of Michigan. Though the program didn’t end up opening many doors for her, she was paid to write and take classes. Green has never shied away from challenging topics. Marriage, healthcare, employment and more have featured noticeably in her writing, and she is especially impressive when it comes to music criticism. “I’ve intentionally tried to keep my lane (道路) very wide,” she said. “It was what I had to do in the beginning. I wanted to become a well-rounded writer.” She penned articles for a variety of websites. Slowly, she began to build a reputation for fearlessness. “I’ve been writing since I was 22. This craft requires that you have a tough skin.” said Green, when asked about her writing journey. “As a writer, you are not well served by caring what other people think about you. You have to be emotionally prepared to face rejection.” In the past decade, Green, lacking many examples to model after, has achieved remarkable success through great effort. She landed regular writing positions, had worked in respected journals, made the Forbes 30 Under 30 list, and wrote a world-class bestseller. By any young journalist’s definition, Green had arrived. 4. What do we know about Green from the first two paragraphs? A. A financial crisis ruined her dream. B. Further education made her optimistic. C. Volunteering brought her new jobs. D. Her passion for writing did not change. 5. Why did Green pursue a diverse path? A. To show off her creativity. B. To please critical readers. C. To develop her adaptability. D. To build her a reputation. 6. What matters most to her career according to Green? A. Handling criticism bravely. B. Maintaining youthful skin. C. Gaining public recognition. D. Writing about her journey. 7. Which words can best describe Green? A. Independent and considerate. B. Generous and creative. C. Hard-working and determined. D. Ambitious and modest. C Picture this: You’re sitting at your desk, finally getting to the task that has been put off for ages. You have put your phone in your bag. Despite the urge to check it once in a while, you feel focused. Do you think you’re having a productive time? Think again. We tend to believe putting our phone face-side down on our desk or in our bag is enough to prevent us from being distracted (干扰). However, a recent study reveals that the mere presence of your phone, even if it’s out of sight, can be a distraction to your brain - a concept known as “brain drain”. To test the “brain drain” theory, 548 college students at the University of Texas were divided into three groups and asked to complete a set of brain performance tests, with their phones facing down on their desk, in their bag, or outside the room. Researchers found that the group with their phones in another room scored significantly higher. An analysis of 22 studies extends this line of research, indicating the mere presence of smartphones creates a “brain drain” and that the farther away they are from the users, the easier it is for them to concentrate. Why? Our brains can only focus on a small amount of information at once, and need to prioritize what is the most ever-present and relevant, like smartphones. In fact, we engage with the device an average of more than 150 times a day, which means we are rarely focused on a task for more than a few minutes without our attention being divided. This over-reliance on smartphones trains our brain to be inattentive, leaving less space for other tasks. As our phones constantly battle for our attention, how can we prevent them from negatively impacting our performance at work? A good starting point is to educate ourselves on the impact of phone usage on our brains so we can make more informed decisions when working on a task. To further improve our productivity, we should also remember to place our phone outside the room, rather than simply turn it upside down or silence it right beside us. 8. What does the author open the text with? A. A heated discussion. B. A vividly-described painting. C. A well-known theory. D. A common misunderstanding. 9 Why is the analysis of 22 studies cited? A. To confirm previous findings. B. To analyze studies’ outcomes. C. To compare research methods. D. To track subjects’ performances. 10. What causes a “brain drain” according to the text? A. The lack of concentration training. B. The limited capacity of our brains. C. The overload of online information. D. The mindful use of digital devices. 11. How can we avoid distractions from phones at work? A. By reducing our phone’s usage. B. By switching smartphones to silent mode. C. By covering our phone’s screen. D. By separating work zones and phone zones. D The long-held assumption that intelligence is the primary driver of academic achievement is challenged by a recent study in Human Behavior. The study, led by Dr. Malan from University of London and jointly carried out by a group of international experts, has revealed that non-cognitive (非认知的) skills, such as motivation, self-regulation and academic interest, are no less important than intelligence in determining academic success. The influence of these skills accrues throughout a child’s education, with genetic (基因的) factors playing a significant role in shaping this developmental path. The study tracked over 10,000 children from age 7 to 16 in England and Wales and used twin studies and DNA analysis to investigate the impact of non-cognitive skills on academic outcomes as well as the influential factors, like genes and environment, that affect these skills. One striking finding is the growing role of genetics in shaping non-cognitive skills and their impact on academic achievement. Researchers created a special method known as the “polygenic score” to measure these skills and found that genetic effects associated with non-cognitive skills became increasingly predictive of academic achievement, nearly doubling between the ages of 7 and 16. By the end of required schooling, genetic influence on non-cognitive skills was as strong as that on cognitive skills in predicting academic success. Besides, by comparing children from the same family, researchers could separate the impact of shared family environment from genetic factors. “We found that how children were raised in the family played a significant role, although the increasing influence of non-cognitive genetics on academic achievement was still evident,” said Dr. Alleg, a co-researcher in the study. The findings have far-reaching implications for education. The study suggests that schools should develop programs to support students’ emotional and social development. Dr. Malan said, “By doing so, we can create a more inclusive and effective learning environment for students.” The study also highlights the need for further research into the complex interaction between genes, environment and education. By understanding these factors, educators and policymakers can develop more effective strategies to support students’ overall development and achieve better educational outcomes. 12. What does the underlined word “accrues” in paragraph 1 mean? A. Mounts. B. Remains. C. Varies. D. Surfaces. 13. Why was the special method used in the study? A. To predict students’ academic achievement. B. To measure the role of environment in learning. C. To evaluate the genetic impact on non-cognitive skills. D To assess the academic influence of cognitive abilities. 14. What are the researchers most likely to recommend? A. Advanced math courses. B. AI programming workshops. C. Writing training programs. D. Community service projects. 15. What is the best title for the text? A. Promoting Effective Learning B. The Overlooked Benefits of Genes C. Unlocking Academic Potential D. The Hidden Key to Academic Success 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。 Books often struggle to engage modern readers, and this can be especially true for nonfiction. For many people, it’s less exciting and less emotional than fiction. However, the problem may not be with nonfiction, but how they read it. Some people start a nonfiction book but quit after reading a few chapters. They read probably because someone gives them the book or everyone is reading it. That’s not helpful to stay in a committed relationship with nonfiction.____16____No matter what yours is, write it down before starting to read. It’ll prepare your mind on what to look for in that book. If you’re already a fiction reader, start with narrative nonfiction, which carries a strong storytelling element. This kind of writing is so engaging that you may almost forget the story being told is factual. ___17___However, if you still feel burdened by an entire book, an anthology (选集) might be a perfect solution. As collections of shorter pieces, anthologies aim to bring together the best writing on a particular subject.____18____Once you’re drawn in, you’ll find more to read. ____19____For those who prefer highlighting and taking notes, a physical book may be a nice choice. In contrast, e-books are ideal if portability (便携性) or the ability to adjust the text are your priorities. However, if you’re already a listener to nonfiction recorded programs, audio books might be the perfect fit for you. Reading nonfiction can be challenging, but remember there’s always a book on the topic that interests you. It may be about historical events that shape our lives or stories where truth outshines fiction.____20____ A. So it requires a personal insight into the book. B Some of the pieces are sure to grab your interest. C. It’s a natural bridge between fiction and nonfiction. D. Instead, you should have a clear objective of reading. E. Reading habits affect our selections of nonfiction topics. F. Choosing suitable formats is also key to enjoying nonfiction. G. Whichever it is, the time spent on nonfiction can be rewarding. 第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分) 第一节(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分) 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 I used to be an ambitious resolution-maker. Every January 1st I would dutifully sit down and write out my ____21____ resolutions like landing 100 new clients, getting promoted, or being the top seller. However, I never ____22____ those goals. By March, I’d lose my willpower and ____23____ my old habits, and every winter, I’d feel extremely ashamed, looking back at all of the amazing things I didn’t do. Eventually, I was tired of this cycle. Fueled by the weight of years of ____24____, a desire for something ____25____ began to grow within me. I decided to ____26____. I quit my job and pursued my passion for ____27____. It wasn’t a grand exit, but a brave decision. This transformation, of course, wasn’t ____28____. Financial anxiety and self-doubt ____29____ my every step. I tried to ____30____ my world shot by shot. I sharpened my skills, built a photo collection, and connected with other artists. Instead of aiming ____31____, I set achievable goals. With each one checked off the list, I feel ____32____. I can say this decision has completely shifted my ____33____ on “success” and “failure”. Before, I always felt like I was failing, but now simply photographing a beautiful moment or cheering up someone with a photograph counts as a huge ____34____. Now, my shiny goals never turn to ____35____! 21. A. practical B. grand C. creative D. strange 22. A. met B. raised C. set D. shared 23. A. fight for B. give up C. slide into D. shake off 24. A. arguing B. planning C. waiting D. failing 25. A. different B. relevant C. complex D. difficult 26. A. work B. continue C. change D. stay 27. A. shooting B. investment C. photography D. painting 28. A. complete B. easy C. rapid D. real 29. A. shadowed B. simplified C. outlined D. decided 30. A. shake B. define C. rule D. rebuild 31. A. ahead B. straight C. high D. right 32. A. respected B. amused C. shocked D. satisfied 33. A. view B. strategy C. emphasis D. attention 34. A. impact B. success C. burden D. advantage 35. A. gold B. poison C. light D. dust 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。 In the late 18th century, a form of drama called “French Light and Shadow” gained widespread popularity in Paris and Marseilles. This art form was inspired by traditional Chinese shadow play dating back over 2,000 years, which, often ____36____ (refer) to as the world’s earliest “movie art”, combines live performance with voice effects. By the Song Dynasty, it ____37____ (grow) into a highly-developed art capable of relating stories of the Three Kingdoms before the rise of traditional Chinese opera. During the Ming Dynasty, shadow plays became ____38____ popular form of entertainment, especially in cities like Beijing. Even today, its influence can still be seen in modern film-making, ____39____ (shape) how stories are told. Creating shadow-play puppets (木偶) requires both choice ____40____ (material) and skills. Donkey hide (驴皮) is carved into the heads, limbs and bodies of the figures, then painted and joined using threads and links. The true magic of shadow play lies not just in its making, ____41____ in its live performance, ____42____ a team of puppeteers (木偶操纵师), narrators, and musicians work together in harmony. During the performance, as light shines on the human figures, vivid shadows ____43____ (project) onto a screen. The puppeteers, standing ____44____ the screen, move the figures with five bamboo sticks, while the narrators sing and the musicians play instruments like drums and gongs. On the opposite side, audiences see the figures on the screen come to life through the shadows, whose movements are so ____45____ (express) that people forget they’re just watching shadows. 第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分) 第一节(满分15分) 46. 最近，你班越来越多的同学使用AI助手完成学习任务，请你就该现象写一篇短文投稿校英文报，内容包括： (1)你的看法； (2)你的建议。 注意： (1)写作词数应为80个左右； (2)请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。 My Views on the Use of AI Assistants in Learning ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第二节(满分25分) 47. 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 lights shone above shelves that were lined with canned food. I took my place in line. Same routine, different week. The woman ahead of me coughed into her sleeve; the man behind shifted his weight from foot to foot. We all avoided eye contact, waiting in silence. The groceries quieted my empty stomach but increased the ache I felt in my chest. Unemployment aid stopped three months ago. The red-inked warnings for rent popped up like mushrooms after rain. Watching a volunteer drying sweat off her face, I was happy that the staff at the food bank (食物救济站) were too busy to ask questions. Just show identity and take your bags of dignity. But that Tuesday, something changed. A new volunteer came - early twenties, wearing a coffee shop staff T-shirt. While others rushed, he arranged boxes of cookies like library books. His name tag read JOHN in capital letters. “Odd,” I thought. “Who takes pride in sorting these?” My turn to check out. “Mrs. Thompson?” His voice held unexpected warmth, as if he had known me for years rather than seconds. “How has your week been?” The question caught me while I was reaching for my bags. No one here used names. My throat tightened. “Getting by,” I said, my voice barely above a whisper. Then, to my amazement, I could not help adding that the bills were eating my savings alive as I had been unemployed for three months. John’s eyes softened, and he moved closer. “That’s tough,” he said, his voice steady. “Is there anything I can do to help?” I froze, caught off guard by his sincerity. My first reaction was to ignore it — I didn’t want to be a burden — so I forced a small smile and told him I would be fine. Before he could say more, I grabbed my heavy bags and hurried out. 注意： (1)续写词数应为150个左右; (2)请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。 I was struggling forward when someone called my name. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The next day, I came to the coffee shop for the interview. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $