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郧阳中学2025届高三年级适应性考试 英语试卷 全卷满分150分。考试用时120分钟。 ★祝考试顺利★ 第一部分 听力 (共两节，满分30分) 做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答卡上。 第一节(共5小题，每小题1.5分，满分7.5分) 听下面5段对话，每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。 1. What time is it now? A.4:40p. m. B.4:45p. m. C.4:50p. m. 2. How can we describe the man? A. Worried. B. Cautious. C. Impatient. 3. Why does the woman want to change her hairstyle? A. To look younger. B. To try different styles. C. To prepare for the winter. 4. Who is Margaret? A. The man's lawyer. B. The woman's sister. C. The man's secretary. 5. What did the woman just obtain? A. A chance to win an award. B. A job to host an award ceremony. C. An article about her in a magazine. 第二节 (共15小题,每小题1.5分,满分22.5分) 听下面5段对话或独白，每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6. Where will the speakers probably go first? A. The beach. B. The botanical gardens. C. The old neighborhoods. 7. What are the speakers mainly discussing? A. Their sightseeing arrangements. B. Their first impression of Singapore. C. The difference between UK and Singapore. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8. Where does the conversation probably take place? A. At the city center. B. On a country road. C. At a service station. 9. What is wrong with the woman's car? A. Its tank has no petrol. B. Its battery has leaked. C. Its engine fails due to aging. 10. What will the man do first? A. Fuel up the woman's car. B. Send the woman to a hotel. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 C. Take the car to a repairman. 听第8段材料，回答第11 至 13 题。 11. What will the woman do for the boy? A. Get him a taxi. B. Drive him home. C. Bring him to the city. 12. How does the woman feel? A. Surprised and angry. B. Worried and annoyed. C. Disappointed yet relieved. 13. What has the boy promised to do in the future? A. Never drink alcohol again. B. Be more careful in unfamiliar areas. C. Go home before the agreed-upon time. 听第9段材料，回答第14至 17题。 14. Why did the man visit the library? A. To return a book. B. To start a volunteer job. C. To join a reading program 15. Which daily task does the woman like to do the most? A. Organizing books. B. Reading to children. C. Sorting out applications. 6. What type of book does the woman probably prefer? A. Classic novels. B. Science fiction. C. Historical fiction. 17. What can be known about the two speakers? A. They both shifted from TV to books. B. They both applied for a job in the library. C. They both suffered addiction to TV shows. 听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。 18. What kind of music was probably played before Stevie's show? A. Pop. B. Rock. C. Dance. 19. How can listeners win a prize from the station? A. By calling the DJ's phone. B. By saying a particular line on-air. C. By following the station's social media page. 20. What will the speaker probably do next? A. Play a song by Santana. B. Interact with the audience. C. Announce the prize winner. 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 IMMERSIVE DINING Menu Contact Robots and Immersive Dining We have recently opened a fancy outlet in Tech Park, specializing in weaving together the fields of robotics and dining. The outlet provides a futuristic dining experience set against the backdrop of the hit movie, Robochefs, where robots set out to delight people with their wonderful cooking. Come and embark on a culinary adventure. Enjoy delicious novel 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 dishes that our team of local chefs specially adapted from those featured in the movie to suit popular taste.Immerse yourself in the movie's plot and enjoy the chance to be served by our robot waiters who can gracefully navigate crowded dining spaces, interact with diners and deliver food on time. Special Promotions Groups of 3 to 5 diners get 10% off and larger groups get 15% off! Returning customers who make a reservation will receive an extra 5% discount on their visit. Customer Reviews “When I tasted the unusual dishes I had never heard of before, it felt like I was a character in the movie.I will always remember that meal!” Charlene,20-year-old student “What really left an impression on us were the robot waiters. We made quite a number of requests and they were able to instantly respond in an appropriate manner. It was an unforgettable family outing!” Thomas, father of two Friendly Reminders Scan the QR code on your table to look at the menu and place your order online. Press the buzzer on your table to report a robot malfunction. 21. What does the outlet feature? A. Movie-themed dishes. B. Role-play experience. C. Customized service. D. Robotic chefs. 22. What is the maximum discount a group of 6 regular diners can enjoy? A.10%. B.15%. C.20%. D.25%. 23. What is the text probably? A. A poster. B. A blog. C. A report. D. Au advertisement. B Ladakh, in the trans-Himalayas, with its vast, uninhabited and stunning landscapes, nas tasơnated me since my first visit 20 years ago. In 2011, my fifth time in Ladakh, the region's raw beauty held an entirely different pull—— one that seemed to sing with an ancient energy, a force I hadn't noticed before. In the very bones of the land lay a collection of prehistoric carvIngs known as petroglyphs, the only remains of prehistoric human presence in the area. Seeing these carvings, I couldn't shake the feeling that Iwas witnessing something far deeper than I had imagined. There was an urgency to document them, as centuries-old carvings were being destroyed under the pressures of development. As a mountain enthusiast always seeking adventures, this attractive art drew me in, like a moth (蛾) to a flame, beginning a decade-long journey of discovery and documentation. These markings were not just carvings on rock but reflections of an ancient culture we know little about. Despite tough living conditions, these hunter-gatherers still found ways to convey their beliefs and observations through highly stylized forms, reflecting the deep artistic desire that has always been a part of the human — long before the rise of civilized society. As artist and anthropologist Desmond Morris put it,“It is as if the human species were incapable of being artless regardless of material circumstances.” To bring these open-air art galleries to a wider audience, I wanted to create something that had not been attempted before by using specialized photography techniques with my focus being on distribution,styles and creative range. It was no small matter, given the vastness of Ladakh, my ambition to capture art 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 from every region, the limited windows of opportunity, and the tough conditions I faced. Not to mention,all my trips were personally funded. When the book — Speaking Stones: Rock Art of Ladakh —— was named a finalist for the Banff Mountain Book Award in 2024, I was honored, out the recognition was secondary. My true reward was a deeper connection with time and nature through a vast unbroken string,tying us all together. 24. What drove the author to document the petroglyphs? A. The threat of regional progress. B. The appeal of amazing scenery. C. A search for thrilling experiences. D. A childhood bond with ancient art. 25. What can we learn from MorrIs's quote in paragraph 3? A. Art is the mirror of nature. B. Art inspires human wisdom. C. Art is deeply rooted in humans. D. Art can't exist without materials. 26. Which can best describe the process of creating the book? A. Systematic. B. Brain-tearing. C. Painstaking. D. Eventful. 27. Which of the following can be a suitable title for the text? A. Tasting the Past: The Analysis of Petroglyph B. Written in Stone: Ladakh's Timeless Artistry C Guarding the Rocks:A Saver of Ladakh's Heritage D. Carved by Time:A Record of Himalayan Geography C Understanding a simple-looking English sentence such as“I read this article yesterday” actually requires some complicated conceptual computation; a subject (“T”) performed an action (“read”) on an object(“article”) at a specific time (“yesterday”). But the human brain routinely does this work nearly at once based on the language's grammatical rules, saws linguist Andrea E/ Martin. And Martin's team has now found that the human brain can accommodate funnamental grammatical differences across languages by adjusting how it processes each sentence. For a recent study in PLOS Biołogy, the researchers observed variations in Dutch-speaking participants’ brain waves while they listened to a Dutch-language audiobook. To visualize these changes,the scientists used a metric(指标) quantifying how many new“predictions” the brain makes of words that could come next in a sentence. This framework was then tested against three different parsing(语法分析的)strategies, or linguistic models that illustrate how the brain builds information over time. Previous English-based studies with a similar setup concluded in favor of a model where listeners“wait and see” how each phrase in a sentence will end before interpreting it. But the Dutch speakers inMartin's study leaned strongly toward a highly predictive model; participants tended to finish each phrase in their head preemptively before it was complete.(A third model, in which listeners wait to hear all of the phrases in a sentence before interpreting any part of it, is seldom used in either language.) In Dutch language structure, verbs come near the end of a sentence rather than immediately after the subject like they do in English, while in Korean, the subject is usually left out and in Arabic verbs often come first. So flexibility is vital in processing different languages simply because they have different properties. The findings support the need for scientists to include more diversity when crafting linguistic models.“This is going to help us capture how the brain is understanding the structured meaning of language, and the social application of language,” Martin says. “There's so much yet to be understood in the brain.” 28. Why does the author cite the example in paragraph 1? A. To introduce a grammar rule. B. To analyze an English sentence. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 C. To bring in a new research finding. D. To stress the complexity of human brain. 29. What does the underlined word“preemptively” in paragraph 3 probably mean? A. By accident, B. In atvance. C. On time. D. By mistake. 30. Which sentence can match the Dutch language structure? A. Universe the about documentary saw. B. Saw I a documentary about the universe. C. I saw a documentary about the universe. D. fa documentary about the universe saw. 31. What does Martin try to stress in the last paragraph? A. The challenges of brain researches. B. The application of the present findings. C. The purposes of different linguistic models. D. The necessity to diversify subiects in studies. D Recently, a friend asked for help with a tricky problem: they were staging a play, and thexeneript naa a large number of characters. They didn't want to hire an actor for each role, and while they could double up, they would run into problems if the same actor were playing two characters in a scene. Luckily, I was the right person to come to for help. There's a versatile (通用的) piece of maths---graph colouring---that's effective at solving many such problems, from casting a play to timetable scheduling. Mathematicians are often particularly interested in graph colouring, which involves assigning a colour to each point of a graph —— networks of points joined by lines, so that any two points joined with a line are assigned different colors. Finding the minimum number of colors needed to do this can tell us something useful about the graph's structure. For example,a graph with a triangle (三角形) of points all joined to a fourth point in the centre will need at least four colors to fill it in. One of my favourite uses of graph colouring is in scheduling problems: imagine a set of students, with a shared set of classes. We can draw a graph, indicating each class by a point, and join two points if those classes have any students taking both (so they can't happen at the same time). Then, we find a way to colour the graph using the fewest possible colors. The minimum number of colors will tell us how many timetables periods we will need: each colour represents a set of classes with no overlap in students, so they can all happen simultaneously(同时地). This may tell you how I solved my friend's problem: I suggested they draw a graph, represent each character with a point, and join two characters with a line if they appeared in any scenes together. Coloring this graph minimally then told them . exactly now many actors they would need to stage the play. Another victory for maths — on with the show! 32. What worried the author's friend most? A. The lack of towering actors. B. The numerous scene changes. C. The tight budget for costumes. D. The scene conflicts of the same actor. 33. Which of the following best illustrates the example in paragraph 2? B: Blue G:' Green R: Red Y: Yellow 34. What does the author intend to do in paragraph 3? A. Clarify an assumption, B. Present an application. C. Introduce an approach. D. Analyze a phenomenon. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 35. How does the author sound in the last paragraph? A. Proud. B. Serious. C. Hesitant. D. Authoritative. 第三节(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 When you log into social media, does an algorithm(算法) govern your feed? When shopping online, do you often focus on top-listed, AI-suggested items? If you answer“Yes”, most of the time, you go along with what the algorithm recommends. 36 As the name suggests, the term refers to our growing tendency to outsource decisions to systems designed to predict and control our behavior. Now, there's nothing fundamentally wrong with accepting algorithmic suggestions. 37 But like water slowly carving stone, repeated reliance on AI recommendations can weaken our capaett y for independent judgement and even our sense of self. Over time, such reliance not only affects the quality of our choices but also weakens our ability to trust our own judgments. 38 It is the capacity to make intentional choices and take purposeful action. Exercising it requires that we actively shape ourselves through thoughtful choices, rather than being passively shaped by algorithms, social norms, or external pressures. To achieve this, practicing intentional pauses proves workable. That is, before accepting a recommendation, pause and ask, “Would I have made this choice on my own?” 39 For example,when you' re on YouTube, autoplay goes to another video. Instead of watching mndlessIy, you pause and realize you' re not truly interested. You close the app and go for a walk instead, following your inner voice over automation. To be human is to choose. It is to exercise the human capacity for intentional action, the ability we have been given to be the authors of our own lives. As AI becomes more integrated in our lives, we must actively preserve our decision-making capacities. 40 A. That is how we remain human. B. So, it's time to reclaim human agency. t. In many cases, they save us considerable time. D. The aim of this question is to stay open to algorithm. E. fhis short reflection brings awareness to your decisions. F. Psychologists term this common practice“algorithmic dependence”. G. An algorithm is a set of defined rules you follow to get a specific result. 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。 The first time I went fishing was in Minnesota. As a city resident, the idea of fishing was both and appealing to me. One early morning, with our fishing equipment 42 , we headed for a quiet spot by the lake. Little did I know that this afdinary activity would leave an unforgettable mark on me. On arrival, I urged my father to explain the of fishing to me. He demonstrated how to cast the line, how to feel for a bite, and-how to reel(收线) in the catch. His approach was reassuring,yet I could not shake off the that came with the uncertainty of the experience. As I cast my line into the water for the first time, I was with excitement. The initial excitement, however, soon 10 иmpatience. Minutes felt like hours as I sat there, staring at the water, hoping for a sign of life. My father my growing impatience and shared his wisdom. “Fishing is about enjoying the process and being in the moment. Be 51 ,” he said. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 His words me, and I began to appreciate the peacefulness of the surroundings. The singing of birds and the gentle lapping of water against the shore a symphony of natural sounds.Suddenly, I felt a pull on my line. My heart as I struggled to reel in the catch. Fishing has since become my beloved hobby, me a sense of patience and a profound appreciation for the natural world. 41. A. risky B. popular C. sudden D. foreIgn 42. A. packed B. ordered C. labeled D. repaired 43. A. surprisingly B. partially C. seemingly D. previously 44. A. terms B. shortcuts C. benefits D. basics 43. A. methodical B. transformative C. innovative D. theoretical 46. A. tredness B. resistance C. anxiety D. embarrassment 47. A. faced B. consumed C. impressed D. mixed 48 A. gave way to B. gave rise to C. made up for D. threw light on 49. A. icy B. shallow C. pure D. still 50. A. tolerated B. challenged C. fueled D. sensed 51. A. mindful B. open C. patient D. flexible 52. A. astonished B. struck C. confused D. disappointed 53. A. mirrored B. witnessed C. created D. featured 54. A. raced B. beat C. sank D. melted 55. A. revealing B. giving C. involving D. taking 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。 As a demonstration sport at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, pickleball is rappdity gamang popularity across China, (unique) integrating fitness, friendship and fashion. (emerge) as a beloved pastime for American seniors in the 1960s, puckleball has evolved into a dynamic sport. Playfully called the“fun cousin” of tennis, pickleball (play) by two or four players on a badminton court with oversized ping-pong paddles (球拍). Its rules are straightforward,requiring minimal physical efforts 59 the torm of running, making it accessible to players of all ages and skill levels. Its low barrier to entry — requiring only a paddle set and ball, both of which are widely accessible and budget-friendly (ensure) that anyone can have a try. Pickleball is also a sport centered around fun and friendship. Its social aspect can foster lasting friendships and (tie) beyond the court. The inclusive and welcomeng nature of pickleball communities enhances overall well-being and a sense of nelòng). Currently, not only is pickleball played in first-tier cities like Beijing and Shanghai, but it's also expanding its presence into smaller cities across China. you' re a seasoned athlete or a beginner seeking a new, sporty activity, pickleball provides an 64 (engage) experience for you. Ready to try?Find a local court and give it 68 go. 第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分) 第一节(满分15分) 学校英文报开展了以“AI in My Life”的讨论。请使用图表中的调查结果写一篇短文投稿，内容包括：1.调查结果描述；2.简单评论；3.你的建议。 注意：(1)写作词数应为80个左右； (2)请在答题卡的相应位置作答。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 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。 My two best friends were each doing something exciting —— Carlos was at the beach rescuing sea turtles, and Natalia was with her mother, a famous designer working for a celebrity in a big city.But for me, things were quite the opposite. I complained to Mom over the phone about the extreme boredom during the first week of my summer stay on my grandparents’ farm. She said, “Alyssa, don't envy others! Just dive into the experience and taste true joy. Not everyone gets the opportunity to live on a farm.” Her words gave me an idea, so I decided I would compose my social media status updates on the farm. Then, my post hit the feed the next morning. Alyssa’ s Status:5:54 A. M. The rooster(公鸡) is standing tall on his post, wings shining in the dawn light. He beats his wings, lifts his head high, and declares the start of a brand-new day. Carlos posted at 7:39 A. M., saying he was searching for sea turtle nests on the beach and hoping to find one. Natalia posted at 11:19 A. M., asking which color to paint a rock star's house.They got 26 and 28 likes respectively. To my great joy, my post got almost the same amount of attention as theirs. Satisfying! Just as I was about to comment on their posts, Grandma interrupted me, “Alyssa, put your shoes on. We' re off to Haverford's farm to pick blackberries.” Later that afternoon, I posted about the unexpected fun and described in vivid detail about the fantastic flavors of blackberry pies. Responses? Carlos said he wished he could taste one while Natalia was envious of my farm adventure. Interesting! After breakfast the following morning, Grandma said, “I was just thinking that today might be a good day for you to explore the old barn(谷仓). I' ve spotted foxes nearby —— maybe you' ll find some adorable baby foxes there.” “That would have potential for a worthy photo to post online,” I thought to myself. Perfect!With curiosity, I approached the old barn, and pushed the door open. 注意：(1)续写词数应为 150 个左右； (2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Suddenly, a weak sound was heard from a corner of the barn. As I was waiting for the comments, something within me started to change. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$那阳中学2025届高三年级适应性考试 英语试卷 全卷满分150分。考试用时120分钟。 ★祝考试顺利★ 第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分） 做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到窄 卡上。 第一节（共5小题，每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 听下面5段对话，每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听 每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。 1.What time is it now? A.4:40p.m. B.4:45p.m. C.4:50p.m 2.How can we describe the man? A.Worried. B.Cautious. C.Impatient. 3.Why does the woman want to change her hairstyle? A.To look younger. B.To try different styles. C.To prepare for the winter. 4.Who is Margaret? A.The man's lawyer. B.The woman's sister. C.The man's secretary. 5.What did the woman just obtain? A.A chance to win an award. B.A job to host an award ceremony. C.An article about her in a magazine. 第二节（共15小题，每小题1.5分，满分225分） 听下面5段对话或独白，每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出 佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5 钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6.Where will the speakers probably go first? A.The beach. B.The botanical gardens. C.The old neighborhoods. 7.What are the speakers mainly discussing? A.Their sightseeing arrangements. B.Their first impression of Singapore. C.The difference between UK and Singapore. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8.Where does the conversation probably take place? A.At the city center. B.On a country road. C.At a service station. 9.What is wrong with the woman's car? A.Its tank has no petrol. B.Its battery has leaked. C.Its engine fails due to aging. 10.What will the man do first? A.Fuel up the woman's car. B.Send the woman to a hotel. C.Take the car to a repairman. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11.What will the woman do for the boy? A.Get him a taxi. B.Drive him home. C.Bring him to the city. 12.How does the woman feel? A.Surprised and angry. B.Worried and annoyed. C.Disappointed yet relieved. 13.What has the boy promised to do in the future? A.Never drink alcohol again. B.Be more careful in unfamiliar areas. C.Go home before the agreed-upon time. 听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。 14.Why did the man visit the library? A.To return a book. B.To start a volunteer job. C.To join a reading program 15.Which daily task does the woman like to do the most? A.Organizing books. B.Reading to children. C.Sorting out applications. 6.What type of book does the woman probably prefer? A.Classic novels. B.Science fiction. C.Historical fiction. 17.What can be known about the two speakers? A.They both shifted from TV to books. B.They both applied for a job in the library. C.They both suffered addiction to TV shows. 听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。 18.What kind of music was probably played before Stevie's show? A.Pop. B.Rock. C.Dance. 19.How can listeners win a prize from the station? A.By calling the DJ's phone. B.By saying a particular line on-air. C.By following the station's social media-page. 20.What will the speaker probably do next? A.Play a song by Santana.B.Interact with the audience.C.Announce the prize winner. 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 IMMERSIVE DINING I Menu Contact 一-当三它日雪。一一一=一。一。一一 Robots and Immersive Dining We have recently opened a fancy outlet in Tech Park,specializing in weaving together the fields of robotics and dining. The outlet provides a futuristic dining experience set against the backdrop of the hit movie,Robochefs,where robots set out to delight people with their wonderful cooking. Come and embark on a culinary adventure.Enjoy delicious novel dishes that our team of local chefs specially adapted from those featured in the movie to suit popular taste. Immerse yourself in the movie's plot and enjoy the chance to be served by our robot waiters who can: gracefully navigate crowded dining spaces,interact with diners and deliver food on time. Special Promotions Groups of 3 to 5 diners get 10%off and larger groups get 15%off!Returning customers who make a reservation will receive an extra 5%discount on their visit. Customer Reviews "When I tasted the unusual dishes I had never heard of before,it felt like I was a character in the movie. I will always remember that meal!" Charlene,20-year-old student "What really left an impression on us were the robot waiters.We made quite a number of requests and' I they were able to instantly respond in an appropriate manner.It was an unforgettable family outing!" Thomas,father of two Friendly Reminders cahe Rodoyour table to lookat the menu and placeyour 会 Press the buzzer on your table to report a robot malfunction. 21.What dees the outlet feature? A.Movie-themed dishes. B.Role-play experience. C.Customized service. D.Robotic chefs. 22.What is the maximum discount a group of 6 regular diners can eney? A.10%. B.15%. C20%. D.25%. 23.What is the text probably? A.A poster. B.Ablog C.A report. D.An advertisement. B Ladakh,in the trans-Himalayas,with its vast,uninhabited and stunning landscapes,nas tasomated me since my first visit 20 years ago.In 2011,my fifth time in Ladakh,the regions raw beauty held an entirely different pull-one that seemed to sing with an ancient energy,a force I hadn't noticed before. In the very bones of the land lay a collection of prehistorie carwings known as petroglyphs,the only remains of prehistoric human presence in the area.Seeing these carvings,I couldn't shake the feeling that I was witnessing something far deeper than I had imagined.There was an urgency to document them,as centuries-old carvings were being destroyed under the pressures of development.As a mountain enthusiast always seeking adventures,this attractive art drew me in,like a moth (to a flame,beginning a decade-long journey of discovery and documentation. These markings were not just carvings on rock but reflections of an ancient culture we know little about.Despite tough living conditions,these hunter-gatherers still found ways to convey their beliefs and observations through highly stylized forms,reflecting the deep artistic desire that has always been a part of the human--long before the rise of civilized society.As artist and anthropologist Desmond Morris put it, "It is as if the human species were incapable of being artless regardless of material circumstances." To bring these open-air art galleries to a wider audience,I wanted to create something that had not been attempted before by using specialized photography techniques with my focus being on distribution, styles and creative range.It was no small matter,given the vastness of Ladakh,my ambition to capture art from every region,the limited windows of opportunity,and the tough conditions I faced.Not to mention, all my trips were personally funded.When the book-Speaking Stones:Rock Art of Ladakh-was named a finalist for the Banff Mountain Book Award in 2024,I was honored,out the recognition was secondary.My true reward was a deeper connection with time and nature through a vast unbroken string, tying us all together. 24.What drove the author to document the petroglyphs? A.The threat of regional progress. B.The appeal of amazing scenery. C.A search for thrilling experiences. D.A childhood bond with ancient art. 25.What can we learn from Morris's quote in paragraph 3? A.Art is the mirror of nature. B.Art inspires human wisdom. C.Art is deeply rooted in humans. D.Art can't exist without materials. 26.Which can best describe the process of creating the book? A.Systematic. B.Brain-tearing. C.Painstaking. D.Eventful. 27.Which of the following can be a suitable title for the text? A.Tasting the Past:The Analysis of Petroglyph B.Written in Stone:Ladakh's Timeless Artistry C Guarding the Rocks:A Saver of Ladakh's Heritage D.Carved by Time:A Record of Himalayan Geography C Understanding a simple-looking English sentence such as "I read this article yesterday"actually requires some complicated conceptual computation;a subject ("I")performed an action ("read")on an object("article")at a specific time("yesterday").But the human brain routinely does.this work nearly at once based on the language's grammatical rules.saws linguist Andrea B/Martin.And Martin's team has now found that the human brain can accommodate fungamental grammnatical differences across languages by adjusting how it processes each sentence. For a recent study in PLOS Biology,the researchers observed variations in Duteh-speaking participants'brain waves while they listened to a Dutch-language audiobook.To visualize these changes, the scientists used a metric quantifying how many new "predictions"the brain makes of words that could come next in a sentence.This framework was then tested against three different parsing(语'法分析的) strategies,or linguistic models that illustrate how the brain builds information over time. Previous English-based studies with a similar setup concluded in favor of a model where listeners "wait and see"how each phrase in a sentence will end before interpreting it.But the Dutch speakers in Martin's study leaned strongly toward a highly predictive model;participants tended to finish each phrase in their head preemptively before it was complete.(A third model,in which listeners wait to hear all of the phrases in a sentence before interpreting any part of it,is seldom used in either language.) In Dutch language structure,verbs come near the end of a sentence rather than immediately after the subject like they do in English,while in Korean,the subject is usually left out and in Arabic verbs often come first.So flexibility is vital in processing different languages simply because they have different properties. The findings support the need for scientists to include more diversity when crafting linguistic models. "This is going to help.us capture how the brain is understanding the structured meaning of language,and the social application of language,"Martin says."There's so much yet to be understood in the brain." 28.Why does the author cite the example in paragraph 1? A.To introduce a grammar rule. B.To analyze an English sentence. C.To bring in a new research finding. D.To stress the complexity of human brain. 29.Wnat does the underlined word "preemptively"in paragraph 3 probably mean? A.By accident, B.In auvance. C.On time. D.By mistake. 30.Which sentence can match tne Duteh language structure? A.Universe the about documentary saw. B.Saw I a decumentary about the universe. C.I saw a documentary about the universe. D.f a documentary about the universe saw. 31.What does Martin try to stress in the last paragraph? A.The challenges of brain researches. B.The applicatron of the present findings. C.The purposes of different linguistic models. D.The necessity to diversify subiects in studies. D Recently,a friend asked for help with a tricky problem:they were staging a play,and the serpt maa a iarge number of characters.They didn't want to hire an actor for each role,and while they eould double up,they would run into problems if the same actor were playing two characters in a scene.Luckily,I was the right person to come to for help.There's a versatile piece of maths-graph cblouring-that's effective at solving many such problems,from casting a play to timetable scheduling. Mathematicians are often particularly interested in graph colouring,which involves assigning a colour to each point of a graph-networks of points joined by lines,so that any two points joined with a line are assigned different colors.Finding the minimum number of colors needed to do this can tell us something useful about the graph's structure.For example,a graph with a triangle()of points all joined to a fourth point in the centre will need at least four colors to fill it in. One of my favourite uses of graph colouring is in scheduling problems:imagine a set of students,with a shared set of classes.We can draw a graph,indicating each class by a point,and join two points if those classes have any students taking both(so they can't happen at the same time).Then,we find a way to colour the graph using the fewest possible colors.The minimum number of colors will tell us how many timetables periods we will need:each colour represents a set of classes with no overlap in students,so they can all happen simultaneously(同时地). This may tell you how I solved my friend's problem:I suggested they draw a graph,represent each character with a point,and join two characters with a line if they appeared in any scenes together.Coloring this graph minimally then told them exactly now many actors they would need to stage the play.Another victory for maths-on with the show! 32.What worried the author's friend most? A.The lack of towering actors. B.The numerous scehe changes. C.The tight budget for costumes. D.The scene conflicts of the same actor. 33.Which of the following best illustrates the example in paragraph 2? B D B:Blue G:'Green R:Red Y:YeHow 34.What does the author intend to do in paragraph 3? A.Clarify an assumption. B.Present an application. C.Introduce an approach. D.Analyze a phenomenon. 35.How does the author sound in the last paragraph? A.Proud. B.Serious. C.Hesitant. D.Authoritative. 第三节共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 When you log into social media,does an algorithm (govern your feed?When shopping oniine,do you often focus on top-listed,AI-suggested items?If you answer "Yes",most of the time,you go along with what the algorithm recommends.36 As the name suggests,the term refers to our growing tendency to outsource decisions to systems designed to predict and control our behavior. Now,there's nothing fundamentally wrong with accepting algorithmic suggestions.37 But like water slowly carving stone,repeated reliance on AI recommendations can weaken our capaetty for independent judgement and even our sense of self.Over time,such reliancc not only affects the quality of our choices but also weakens our ability to trust our own judgments. 38 It is the capacity to make intentional choices and take purposeful action.Exercising it requires that we aetively shape ourselves through thoughtful choices,rather than being passively shaped by algorithms,social norms,or external pressures. To achieve this,practicing intentional pauses proves workable.That is,before accepting a recommendation,pause and ask,"Would I have made this choice on my own?"39 For example, when you're on YouTube,autoplay goes to another video.Instead of watching mindlessry,you pause and realize you're not truly interested.You close the app and go for a walk instead,following your inner voice over automation. To be human is to choose.It is to exercise the human capacity for intentional action,the ability we have been given to be the authors of our own lives.As AI becomes more integrated in our lives,we must actively preserve our decision-making capacities.40 A.That is how we remain human. B.So,it's time to reclaim human agency. C.fn many cases,they save us considerable time. D.The aim of this question is to stay open to algorithm. E.This short reflection brings awareness to your decisions. F.Psychologists term this common practice"algorithmic dependence". G.An algorithm is a set of defined rules you follow to get a specific result. 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四个选项中选出可饮填入空白处的最佳选项。 The first time I went fishing was in Mirinesota.As a city resident,the idea of fishing was both and appealing to me.One early morning,with our fishing equipment,we headed for a quiet spot by the lake.Little did I know that this _#fdinary activity would leave an unforgettable mark on me. On arrival,I urged my father to explain tne_ of fishing to me.He demonstrated how to cast the line,how to feel for a bite,and-how to reel in the catch.His aoproach was reassuring, yet I could not shake off the that came with the uncertainty of the experience. As I cast my line into the water for the first time,I was with excitement.The initial excitement,however,soon umpatience.Minutes felt like hours as I sat there,staring at the water,hoping for a sign of life.My father _my growing impatience and shared his wisdom."Fishing is about enjoying the process and being in the moment.Be 51,"he said. His words _me,and I began to appreciate the peacefulness of the surroundings.The singing of birds and the gentle lapping of water against the shore a symphony of natura sounds. Suddenly,I felt a pull on my line.My heart as I struggled to reel in the catch. Fishing has since become my beloved hobby, +一 me a sense of patience and a profound appreciation for the natural world. 41.A.risky B.popuar C.sudden D.forengn 42.A.packed B.ordered C.labeled D.repaired 43.A.surprisingly B.partially C.seemingly D.previously 44.A.terms B.shortcuts C.benefits D.basics 48.A.methodical B.transformative C.innovative D.theoretical 46.A.tiredness B.resistance C.anxiety D.embarrassment 47.A.faced B.consumed C.impressed D.mixed 48 A.gave way to B.gave rise to C.made up for D.threw light on 49.A.icy B.shallow C.pure D.still 50.A.tolerated B.challenged C.fueled D.sensed 51.A.mindful B.open C.patient D.flexible 52.A.astonished B.strue水 C.confused D.disappointed 53.A.mirrored B.witnessed C.created D.featured 54.A.raced B.beat C.sank D.melted 55.A.revealing B.giving C.involving D.taking 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。 As a demonstration sport at fhe 2024 Paris Olympic Games,pickleball is taprdry gainmg popularity across China, (unique)integrating fitness,friendship and fashion. (emerge)as a beloved pastime for American seniors in the 1960s,pickleball has evolved tnto a dynamic sport.Playfully called the "fun cousin"of tennis,pickleball (play)by two or four players on a badminton court with oversized ping-pong paddles ()Its rutes are straightforward, requiring minimal physical efforts 59 the rorm of running,making it accessible to players of all ages and skill levels.Its low barrier to entry-requiring only a paddle set and ball,both of which are widely accessible and budget-friendly(ensure)that anyone can have a try. Pickleball is also a sport centered around fun and friendship.Its social aspect can foster lasting friendships and (tie)beyond the court.The inclusive and welcoming nature of pickleball communities enhances overall well-being and a sense of oelong). Currently,not only is pickleball played in first-tier cities.like Beijing and Shanghai,but it's also expanding its presence into smaller cities across China. you're a seasoned athlete or a beginner seeking a new,sporty activity,pickleball provides an64(engage)experience for you.Ready to try? Find a local court and give it 65 ge. 第四部分写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 学校英文报开展了以"AI in My Life'”的讨论。请使用图表中的调查结果写一篇短文投稿，内容包 括：1.调查结果描述；2.简单评论；3.你的建议。 注意：(1)写作词数应为80个左右： (2)请在答题卡的相应位置作答。 66% 54% 32% 27% Emotional interaction Homework assistance Content creation Other aspects 青少年应用AI调查结果（人数百分比） 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。 My two best friends were each doing something exciting-Carlos was at the beach rescuing sea turtles,and Natalia was with her mother,a famous designer working for a celebrity in a big city. But for me,things were quite the opposite. I complained to Mom over the phone about the extreme boredom during the first week of my summer stay on my grandparents'farm.She said,"Alyssa,don't envy others!Just dive into the experience and taste true joy.Not everyone gets the opportunity to live on a farm." Her words gave me an idea,so I decided I would compose my social media status updates on the farm.Then,my post hit the feed the next morning. Alyssa's Status:5:54 A.M.The rooster (is standing tall on his post,wings shining in the dawn light.He beats his wings,lifts his head high,and declares the start of a brand-new day. Carlos posted at 7:39 A.M.,saying he was searching for sea turtle nests on the beach and hoping to find one.Natalia posted at 11:19 A.M.,asking which color to paint a rock star's house. They got 26 and 28 likes respectively.To my great joy,my post got almost the same amount of attention as theirs.Satisfying! Just as I was about to comment on their posts,Grandma interrupted me,"Alyssa,put your shoes on.We're off to Haverford's farm to pick blackberries."Later that afternoon,I posted about the unexpected fun and described in vivid detail about the fantastic flavors of blackberry pies. Responses?Carlos said he wished he could taste one while Natalia was envious of my farm adventure.Interesting! After breakfast the following morning,Grandma said,"I was just thinking that today might be a good day for you to explore the old barn ()I've spotted foxes nearby-maybe you'll find some adorable baby foxes there." "That would have potential for a worthy photo to post online,"I thought to myself.Perfect! With curiosity,I approached the old barn,and pushed the door open. 注意：(1)续写词数应为150个左右： (2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Suddenly,a weak sound was heard from a corner of the barn. As I was waiting for the comments,something within me started to change.