精品解析：重庆市第十一中学校2025-2026学年高三上学期8月月考英语试题

Excuse me, do you work here? Yes, sir. Oh, ben, what are you doing here? Clare, I heard about this amazing new place with the best Cherry pie in the city. So I come to check IT out. Welcome to the pie house. This place is amazing. congratulations. I'm sorry I couldn't come to the opening. Dave had me working at the sydney . office that week. Yeah, he told me he showed up to the party with half of flower shop in his arms. He is. although I still prefer him as my friend rather than my former boss. Did the opening go well. yeah, two hundred people came through on our first day, and business has been pretty good ever since. That's fantastic. You look really happy. I am. I still have days when I think, did I really give up a monthly salary of fifty thousand dollars and a sixty thousand dollar company card to risk all on a dream, plus all those years of college? Look at IT. This way you learned skills that will help you make your dream come true. Business finance, advertising. You're right. Knowing that stuff is really helpful. Excuse me, do you work here? Yes, sir. Oh, ben, what are you doing here? Clare, I heard about this amazing new place with the best Cherry pie in the city. So I come to check IT out. Welcome to the park house. This place is amazing. congratulations. I'm sorry I couldn't come to the opening. Dave had me working at the sydney . office that week. Yeah, he told me he showed up to the party with half of flower shop in his arms. great. He is, although I still prefer him as my friend rather than my former boss. Did the opening go well. yeah, two hundred people came through on our first day, and business has been pretty good ever since. That's fantastic. You look really happy. I am. I still have days when I think, did I really give up a monthly salary of fifty thousand dollars and a sixty thousand dollar company car to risk at all on a dream, plus all those years of college? Look at IT. This way you learned skills that will help you make your dream come true. Business finance, advertising. You're right. Knowing that stuff is really helpful. I washed the car and cleaned the floors. Mom, can I go to the movies with my friends this afternoon? Yes, dear, i'll drop you off at the theater on my way to the mall. 重庆市第十一中学校教育集团高2026届高三第一次质量检测 英语试题 2025.8 注意事项： 1.本试卷满分为150分，考试时间为120分钟。 2.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、班级、准考证号填写在答题卡上。 3.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。 4.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。 第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分) 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。听完每段对话后，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. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 How did screen addiction affect the woman? A. It made her put on weight. B. It made her eyesight worse. C. It made her lose interest in real life. 2. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What is the woman’s concern about remote education? A. That it causes people to lose motivation. B. That it is ineffective for students. C. That it lacks social interaction. 3. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What will the woman do this afternoon? A. Watch a movie. B. Go shopping. C. Get her car washed. 4. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 Where will the man’s sister hold her wedding? A. In Madrid. B. In Glasgow. C. In Oslo. 5. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 How does the man feel now? A. Surprised. B. Confused. C. Upset. 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秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 6. What does the man suggest the woman do? A. Turn her phone off over the weekend. B. Make a project plan in advance. C. Enjoy her personal time. 7. What do we know about the woman? A. She is new to German work culture. B. She has to go home to receive a call. C. She will take a business trip to America. 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 8. Why does the woman find Alexa annoying? A. It is inconvenient to use. B. It steals users’ attention. C. It doesn’t respect users’ privacy. 9. How does the man remember his events? A. By keeping a diary. B. By using his phone. C. By telling his parents. 10. What do we know about the woman? A. She’s a casual planner. B. She’s a careful tech-user. C. She’s a fashion follower. 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 11. What is the relationship between the speakers? A. Parent and child. B. Neighbors. C. Strangers. 12. What has Mrs. Grady probably done at the hospital? A. A blood test. B. An X-ray. C. A heart test. 13. What does the man ask the woman to do? A. Provide some information about a driver. B. Contact the police to report an accident. C. Cover his night shift. 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 14. Where does the conversation take place? A. In a flower shop. B. In a bakery. C. On the street. 15. How do the speakers probably know each other? A. They used to work together. B. They met through their friend Dave. C. They were old schoolmates at university. 16. What was the woman’s annual payment at her old job? A. $110,000. B. $300,000. C. $600,000. 17. What does the man want to tell the woman in the end? A. She should try advertising. B. She could start a new business. C. Her previous experience is not wasted. 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 18. What is the talk mainly about? A. Effects of homework on students. B. A comparison of different education systems. C. Academic performance of high school students. 19. Why are soft skills important according to the speaker? A. They help with getting a job. B. They are part of college tests. C. They increase learning efficiency. 20. What is the speaker’s final recommendation? A. Increasing school hours. B. Searching for a balanced method. C. Focusing more on mental health. 第二部分 阅读理解(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和D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A Good books have the incredible power to transform our lives. They can take us on adventures to distant lands and teach us lessons that stay with us forever. Let’s explore some of the amazing books. When Shadows Fall by Sita Brahmachari Using a fresh mix of an exciting first-person account with thoughtful poetic storytelling, this fiction explores the lives of Kai, Orla and Zak, and all the complicated connections, dreams and difficulties that tie then together, encouraging readers to pursue their own dreams and find out the right way to face life’s challenges with courage. The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch Suffering from cancer, Professor Randy Pausch gave one final lecture. In it, he described, how to dream, how to overcome difficulties and how to live those dreams. This book, which takes readers on a journey of his ups and downs, is something everyone should read at least once in their lifetime. The Silver Chain by Jion Sheibani Sixteen-year-old Azadeh seeks comfort in her violin playing while adjusting to a new school, struggling with friendships, and facing problems at home. The book gives a look into various aspects of her personal life, filled with light-hearted humor. It is not just a story of struggle, but an attractive journey of self-development and self- discovery. The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants by Ann Brashares This book follows four best friends as they start their own summer adventures connected by a pair of magical jeans. It is a delightful read that shows independence, the true meaning of friendship and the challenges of growing up. It’s a story that young adults can relate to as they figure out their own lives. 21. Which book tells the writer’s own story? A. The Last Lecture. B. When Shadows Fall. C. The Silver Chain. D. The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants. 22. What do The Silver Chain and The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants both focus on? A. Family and privacy. B. Growth and friendship. C. Struggle and magic. D. Traveling and adjustment. 23. This text is most probably intended for readers________ A. fascinated by adventure novels. B. interested in books about teenagers. C. seeking recommendations for inspiring reads. D. planning a literary-themed trip around the world. B In a small village in Sindh, Pakistan, my journey began with a wooden cane, herding buffalo (野牛) along the village’s edge. Life was simple, with mud homes and green fields, yet my dreams were vast. One day, a group of students in uniforms sparked my curiosity. I demanded to see their books, and the illustrations within fueled my imagination. I declared my dream to attend school. The days were filled with the rhythmic sound of buffalo hooves and the earthy smell of the fields. Despite the humble beginnings, my heart longed for the world beyond the village. Months passed in routine until my uncle, a man of few words but great authority, convinced my parents of the value of education. I enrolled in primary school, eager to learn, my mind absorbing every lesson like a sponge. My academic success was met with ridicule when I desired to study in Karachi, a distant city known for its bustling energy and educational institutions. The villagers found it amusing, a boy from the fields dreaming of such heights. Despite depression and a near-tragic moment, my brother’s words, “Your Challenges Are Stepping-Stones to Success,” echoed. I turned to writing, finding comfort and recognition in the pages of my notebook. Years later, college fee was another barrier, a mountain of debt that seemed unconquerable. But I found a part-time job at a newspaper, which led to an internship in Hyderabad and then a career in calligraphy and advertising. The internship was a turning point, a glimpse into a world I had only dreamed of, where my skills were valued and my potential was recognized. Reflecting on the past, the laughter of doubters holds no power. My story is a witness to the power of dreams and hard work. It proves that with belief in oneself and the courage to use one’s talents, anything is possible. I hope my journey inspires others to chase their dreams, regardless of the obstacles, and to believe that every challenge is an opportunity to rise higher. 24. What contributed to the author’s enrollment in primary school? A. His uncle’s persuasion on his parents. B. His persistent demand for education. C. The village’s traditional emphasis on education. D. His outstanding academic performance in self-learning. 25. How did the villagers react when I expressed my desire to study in Karachi? A. They were indifferent to it. B. They made fun of it. C. They supported it cautiously. D. They considered it tough. 26. Which adjectives can best describe the author? A. Humorous and Adaptable. B. Sensitive and Diligent. C. Lucky and Opportunistic. D. Ambitious and Resilient. 27. Which is the most suitable title for this passage? A. A Pleasant Journey of Pursuing Academic Success. B. From Herding Buffalo to Attaining Career Success. C. Valuable Lessons from My Academic Pursuit. D. How I Escaped from a Pakistan Village. C Have you ever heard the expression “crocodile tears”? The expression reminds us of an amazing animal — The crocodile! First, why are they amazing? Well, crocodiles are experts at survival. Scientists say they first appeared 200 million years ago and have outlived the dinosaurs by some 65 million years. One reason they are such good survivors is that they can go for a very long time without eating. And they are expert hunters! They use their strong jaws to bite their prey (猎物) and then they swallow their food whole. Here’s another fun fact about crocodiles: When they lose a tooth, they grow one right back. A crocodile can go through 8,000 teeth in one lifetime! Okay, while these facts are fascinating, they really do not help to explain today’s expression: crocodile tears. Simply put, “crocodile tears” are fake sadness. You pretend to cry and feel badly for something when in fact… you could not care less. A great word to describe crocodile tears is insincere. But why do tears from an ancient, unfeeling reptile (爬行动物) mean false sadness? Well, the expression “crocodile tears” comes from an old myth that crocodiles would shed tears while eating their prey. Writers on the website Crocodilian.com claim that this myth was in use by the 1200s. A religious worker from that time wrote that if a crocodile found a man by the water, it would kill him if it could. Then the crocodile would cry tears on the man, but then finally swallow him. Another myth about crocodile tears suggests the animals are very crafty indeed. Crocodiles, the story goes, would shed tears as a false show of guilt or grief to trick their prey. The prey would come closer and then become dinner. So, that is the origin of the phrase “crocodile tears.” But, please note. You do not have to have actual tears flowing down your face to have “crocodile tears.” If you fake sadness or regret by using only words, others can still accuse you of having “crocodile tears.” Sometimes, crocodile tears are worse than insincere. Sometimes they are also hypocritical. Those are the times you are showing sadness but actually in your heart, you are quite happy about the situation. 28. What can best explain why crocodiles are good survivors? A. They outlived the dinosaurs by 65 million years. B. They remain alive without food for a long time. C. They have strong jaws and teeth to bite the prey. D. They pretend to shed tears before swallowing a prey. 29. What does the underlined sentence in Para3 mean? A. You care more than anyone else. B. You do care as much as before. C. You don’t care it at all. D. You care no less than others. 30. According to the second myth, why would crocodiles shed tears? A. To show sympathy for the prey. B. To attract the prey’s attention. C. To feel guilty for the dying prey. D. To cheat the prey to get closer. 31. In which of the following situations can you find the employment of “crocodile tears”? A. You feel sorry for your opponent’s failure in a match. B. You feel sad for your friend’s being seriously ill. C. You are jealous of your coworker’s quick promotion. D You are sad because your application was rejected. D In satellite images of the Earth from space, the United States seems to split in half: the eastern side is much brighter than the west. Across the Atlantic, Europe glints. The Nile Delta in Africa glows like a diamond. Farther east, Hong Kong and Shanghai are afire. Developed society, it’s clear, is where the light is. A growing field of research suggests that night-time light itself is far more dangerous than the dark. Everything that lives on this planet evolved during billions of years along a reliable cycle of day and night. But artificial light breaks the cycle. This causes sleeplessness among astronauts who take pills but still get only six hours of shuteye. Shift workers, who rise with the night and work in blue light, experience not only disturbed circadian rhythms (昼夜节律), but an increased likelihood of breast cancer. When we, in the industrialized world, do manage to turn off the lights, there are measurable, beneficial effects. In a widely reported paper last summer, Kenneth Wright at the University of Colorado took eight students camping in the Rocky Mountains for two weeks. They weren’t allowed to use any artificial light after sunset — only the glow of campfire. After a week, melatonin (褪黑素) started to rise at sunset, peak at midnight, and decrease just at sunrise. “Internal biological time under natural light-dark conditions tightly synchronizes with environmental time,” he said. For those of us addicted to our glowing phones and tablets, an app called Flux can help. It “warms” your device display screen so that it shifts red in the evening, more closely matching the color of the setting sun. Just a brief glimpse at your mobile phone at bedtime is enough to expose your eyes to artificial light, so fighting such a disturbance might be an exercise in vain. But even if we can’t completely contain our thirst for light, we can all make one small gesture, which could stimulate us to unplug a little more. 32. What can we infer from paragraph 2? A. Astronauts take pills to minimize the circadian disturbance. B. Sleeplessness is more likely to cause breast cancer. C. Humans can easily adapt to the changing surroundings. D. Darkness and melatonin pose health threats to shift workers. 33. What does the underlined word “synchronize with” in paragraph 3 mean? A. put up with. B. interact with. C. keep pace with. D. blend with. 34. How does Flux help reduce the harmful effects of artificial light? A. By blocking artificial lights. B. By creating the natural change of light. C. By reducing screen brightness. D. By lifting up the screen temperature. 35 What’s the purpose of the final sentence? A. To suggest a solution. B. To settle a debate. C. To promote a product. D. To propose an assumption. 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。 It’s no secret that artificial intelligence is changing the way we work. With more and more simpler tasks being automated, humans are left with more high-level cognitive work, such as idea generation, strategic planning, and creative writing. ____36____ The problem is that we still follow a mindset that resembles the era of assembly (组装) lines, which doesn’t foster or facilitate the type of work needed today. Leaders constantly measured productivity in terms of how many hours an employee spent at work or the number of abstract targets they reached. ____37____ This type of output doesn’t fit in the era of AI. Instead, we have to make a psychological switch, structuring each workday for quality instead of quantity. Start by kicking the old method of continuous work throughout the day. Research shows that continuous work impairs creative idea generation and high quality, complex cognitive work. ____38____ It’s recommended that using work sessions that are about 90 minutes long, attacking the hardest part of the task in the first 20 minutes and moving to the slower, easier work during the remaining time. ____39____ Therefore, managers should consider the principal area that a team or individual is working on rather than imposing the same work schedule across a team or an organization. Data suggests that it’s better to work on tasks that involve creativity, imagination, and problem solving during the first few hours of the day and again right before you go to sleep. ____40____ In between the focused work sessions, make time for a nap or for easy work that doesn’t require much creativity or focus. A. That’s because people tend to overwork. B. The time of day will also make a difference. C. As a result, quantity of work was prioritized. D. To excel in the new era, we’ll need to transform how we work. E. With every new technology comes fear and then new opportunity. F. Because of that, it’s better to work in bursts, giving the mind a rest. G. The middle of the day is better for something calling for concentration. 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。 As a boy raised in the 1970s and 1980s, I usually saw hitchhikers walking along the side of the road when they went into town, because they couldn’t ____41____ cars. As I got older, I noticed them less and less, ____42____ . That is until recently. It seems the difficulties of life these days are leaving a lot more people with only their legs for ____43____ . The other day I was driving home after shopping in a ____44____ state of mind. Having been worrying too much and not praying enough, I was starting to wonder if anything I did even ____45____ in this crazy world. It was then that I saw her, a middle-aged woman ____46____ down with shopping bags on the side of the road, ____47____ to hitch a ride. I ____48____ and let her in. She was traveling a bit out of my way but I decided to give her a ____49____ all the way home. She told me how hard things had been for her lately and that she’d had to ____50____ her car. The instant we ____51____ her house, she smiled and thanked me for the ride. Driving away smiling too, I heard God’s ____52____ voice speaking into the depths of my heart. “Everything you do in this life makes a(n) ____53____ my child. Everything you do matters.” I thanked Him for helping me to share His Love, ____54____ my sour state of mind and ____55____ joy to my soul again. 41. A. repair B. lend C. afford D. borrow 42. A. thus B. though C. although D. instead 43. A. relaxation B. restriction C. recreation D. transportation 44. A. sour B. sweet C. bitter D. spicy 45. A. deserved B. extended C. sponsored D. mattered 46. A. settled B. loaded C. set D. knelt 47. A. urging B. demanding C. hoping D. promising 48. A. pulled over B. pulled in C. pulled down D. pulled out 49. A. lecture B. drive C. surprise D. deal 50. A. rent B. lose C. sell D. buy 51. A. approached B. departed C. resigned D. acquired 52. A. serious B. secret C. quiet D. gentle 53. A. effect B. profit C. difference D. sense 54. A. broadening B. sweetening C. strengthening D. lengthening 55. A. gaining B. seeking C. returning D. spotting 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。 “Dead to Rights”, ____56____ Chinese film that depicts the Nanjing Massacre (屠杀) ____57____(commit) by Japanese troops in China during World War II, has seen ticket sales exceed 2.2 billion yuan (about 308 million U.S. dollars) during its summer box office run, according to online movie platform data. This has broken the record for previous ____58____ (history) films screened during the country’s bustling summer movie-going season, ____59____ runs from the beginning of June to the end of August each year. ____60____ (mark) the 80th anniversary of victory in the Chinese People’s War of Resistance ____61____ Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, “Dead to Rights” tells the story of a group of Chinese civilians, who ____62____ (seek) refuge (避难) in a photography studio during the violent and cruel ____63____ (occupy) of Nanjing by Japanese invaders, ____64____(secret) kept possession of the negatives (底片) and how they risked their lives ____65____ (send) photographic evidence of the Nanjing Massacre to the outside world after they discovered and determined to expose the truth. 第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分) 第一节(满分15分) 66. 假定你是高三(4)班学生李华，学校博文杂志正在招聘“英语文学栏目”编辑，请你给负责人写一封申请信。内容包括： 1.你的优势； 2.你对栏目的初步设想。 注意： 1.写作词数应为80左右； 2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Dear editor, ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 第二节(满分25分) 67. 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。 Jim dreams of becoming a famous artist to help lift his family from poverty. However, an illness in the family forces Jim to give up everything he worked so hard for. Jim used to draw skyline on the roof of the school building, with a broken piece of pencil lead he’d found in a rubbish can. His drawing was close to perfect except for some color. His family lived from hand to mouth so Jim could only rely on himself. He had to help out on the local farm after school and saved some of the money for paints. One day Mom fell seriously ill and was rushed to hospital at once. While the rest of his family were still at the hospital waiting, Jim ran back home to get the household emergency money. But his heart sank when he saw the pitiful money. It’d never be enough to pay for Mom’s medical treatment. He ran into his bedroom and reached for his savings. “Goodbye, paints and brushes,” Jim said as he added his to the emergency money. One night on the way home, thinking of Mom in hospital he wanted to do something for her. He bent down beneath a streetlight and put his fingers in the dirt on the roadside. Before he knew it, he drew a portrait (肖像) of Mom. He found red dust and mixed it with mud to add shadow, then picked up some grass and turned it into some kind of paint. He used this to add definition around Mom’s nose, eyes and hair. When he was finished, Jim stood back up to study his work. The linework and shading were fine, but the colors… “It’s still no good,” Jim shook his head. “I disagree.” Jim turned around and found a stranger standing behind him He gave Jim a friendly smile and introduced himself as Mr. Finn. 注意： 1. 续写词数应为150左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 “I am an editor for an art magazine.” Mr. Finn continued. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ With the payment from the magazine, Jim could not hide his joy. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$Do you think artificial intelligence is a good thing? absolutely. Don't you use voice assistants like sir or alex? A HMM? No, my sister does use aleta, but I find IT a bit troubling. A collects data about you so IT can find out your habits, spending likes and dislikes. But it's convenient. Alex a finds me new music, which I usually like. And theory reminds me of important events. That's what I like the most. Can you schedule your own events? Don't you remember things without a phone? Well, why bother? Everything's on my phone. That's my point. People depend too much on technology. I love my old fashion diary. I bet you don't even remember your own phone number. I do know that also my parents, but nobody else's. Do you think artificial intelligence is a good thing? absolutely. Don't you use voice assistants like theory or alexa HMM? No, my sister does use alexa, but I find IT a bit troubling. IT collects data about you so IT can find out your habits, spending, likes and dislikes. But it's convenient. Alex a finds me new music, which I usually like. And theory reminds me of important events. That's what I like the most. Can you schedule your own events? Don't you remember things without a phone? Well, why bother? Everything's on my phone. That's my point. People depend too much on technology. I love my old fashion diary. I bet you don't even remember your own phone number. I do know that also my parents, but . nobody else's. I found too much screening time, pulled all the colour out of real life. I couldn't see the point of anything else. Luckily, IT was all past. Yes, IT ate up so much time. Getting IT under control has been such a weight of my mind. 重庆市第十一中学校教育集团高2026届高三第一次质量检测 英语试题 2025.8 注意事项： 1.本试卷满分为150分，考试时间为120分钟。 2.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、班级、准考证号填写在答题卡上。 3.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。 4.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。 第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分) 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。听完每段对话后，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. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 How did screen addiction affect the woman? A. It made her put on weight. B. It made her eyesight worse. C. It made her lose interest in real life. 【答案】C 【解析】 【原文】W: I found too much screen time pulled all the color out of real life. I couldn’t see the point of anything else. Luckily, it was all past. M: Yes. It ate up so much time! Getting it under control has been such a weight off my mind! 2. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What is the woman’s concern about remote education? A. That it causes people to lose motivation. B. That it is ineffective for students. C. That it lacks social interaction. 【答案】C 【解析】 【原文】M: In this age of computers, do we really need to go to school? Couldn’t we just do it all from home? W: You mean remote education? I think it’s quite effective, especially for self-motivated students, but I’d miss mixing with other people and making friends. 3. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What will the woman do this afternoon? A. Watch a movie. B. Go shopping. C. Get her car washed. 【答案】B 【解析】 【原文】M: I washed the car and cleaned the floors, Mom. Can I go to the movies with my friends this afternoon? W: Yes, dear. I’ll drop you off at the theater on my way to the mall. 4. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 Where will the man’s sister hold her wedding? A. In Madrid. B. In Glasgow. C. In Oslo. 【答案】B 【解析】 【原文】W: Wow, a six-month-round-the-world trip! So you’ll miss your sister’s wedding? M: No, I’ve timed it so that I’ll be back in Glasgow from Oslo by then. But two days after the wedding, I’ll be on my way to Madrid! 5. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 How does the man feel now? A. Surprised. B. Confused. C. Upset. 【答案】A 【解析】 【原文】W: So, you really had no idea about tonight? M: No! I thought it was strange when Rachel said we were stopping off here on our way to my mom’s. It is a total shock! I just can’t believe everybody’s coming for my birthday. I might cry! 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秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 6. What does the man suggest the woman do? A. Turn her phone off over the weekend. B. Make a project plan in advance. C. Enjoy her personal time. 7. What do we know about the woman? A. She is new to German work culture. B. She has to go home to receive a call. C. She will take a business trip to America. 【答案】6. C 7. A 【解析】 【原文】W: I’ve been thinking about that new project Karl has given us. I thought maybe... M: Ah, Jenny. My brain is “out of office” now until Monday! W: Sorry, what? M: I know Americans like to “mix business with pleasure”. But here in Germany, work stays at work. Just relax now. W: Well, I’m just thinking ahead to next week. M: There’ll be plenty of time for that. It’s important to switch off sometimes. Recharge your batteries! W: You’re right. Wow, this will take some getting used to. Back home, my boss would often call me on a weekend! M: That wouldn’t fly here! 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 8. Why does the woman find Alexa annoying? A. It is inconvenient to use. B. It steals users’ attention. C. It doesn’t respect users’ privacy. 9. How does the man remember his events? A. By keeping a diary. B. By using his phone. C. By telling his parents. 10. What do we know about the woman? A. She’s a casual planner. B. She’s a careful tech-user. C. She’s a fashion follower. 【答案】8. C 9. B 10. B 【解析】 【原文】W: Do you think artificial intelligence is a good thing? M: Absolutely. Don’t you use voice assistants like Siri or Alexa? W: Hmm, no. My sister does use Alexa. But I find it a bit troubling. It collects data about you, so it can find out your habits, spending, likes, and dislikes. M: But it’s convenient. Alexa finds me new music which I usually like. And Siri reminds me of important events. That’s what I like the most! W: Can’t you schedule your own events? Don’t you remember things without a phone? M: Well, why bother? Everything’s on my phone. W: That’s my point. People depend too much on technology. I love my old-fashioned diary. I bet you don’t even remember your own phone number. M: I do know that, also my parents’, but nobody else’s. 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 11. What is the relationship between the speakers? A. Parent and child. B. Neighbors. C. Strangers. 12. What has Mrs. Grady probably done at the hospital? A. A blood test. B. An X-ray. C. A heart test. 13. What does the man ask the woman to do? A. Provide some information about a driver. B. Contact the police to report an accident. C. Cover his night shift. 【答案】11. C 12. B 13. A 【解析】 【原文】W: Sorry, do I know you? M: I’m sorry to bother you. My name’s Alan. My elderly mother lives alone down the street at number 29. I’m her son living downtown. W: Oh, Mrs. Grady? M: Yes. Unfortunately, she was involved in an accident at about 7:30 this morning. A red car knocked her over while she was walking to the bus stop, then drove off. W: Oh dear! Is she alright? M: Yes, luckily. The hospital checked for broken bones. But she had a cut on her arm, which bled a lot. She’s pretty shaken up. She already has a heart condition. W: Did the police catch the driver? M: No. But the car drove off this way, so I wondered if your doorbell camera might have caught something. W: Oh yes! But I don’t really know how to use it. It’s connected to my son Oliver’s phone. He went to his bedroom straight from working a night shift, but I can get him... M: No, don’t wake him. Here’s my card. Could you call if he finds anything? W: Of course! 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 14. Where does the conversation take place? A. In a flower shop. B. In a bakery. C. On the street. 15. How do the speakers probably know each other? A. They used to work together. B. They met through their friend Dave. C. They were old schoolmates at university. 16. What was the woman’s annual payment at her old job? A. $110,000. B. $300,000. C. $600,000. 17 What does the man want to tell the woman in the end? A. She should try advertising. B. She could start a new business. C. Her previous experience is not wasted. 【答案】14. B 15. A 16. C 17. C 【解析】 【原文】M: Excuse me, do you work here? W: Yes, sir. Oh, Ben! What are you doing here? M: Claire! I heard about this amazing new place with the best cherry pies in the city. So I came to check it out! W: Welcome to the Pie House! M: This place is amazing. Congratulations! I’m sorry I couldn’t come to the opening. Dave had me working at the Sydney office that week. W: Yeah, he told me. He showed up to the party with half a flower shop in his arms! M: Dave’s great. W: He is, although I still prefer him as my friend rather than my former boss! M: Did the opening go well? W: Yeah, 200 people came through on our first day, and business has been pretty good ever since. M: That’s fantastic! You look really happy. W: I am. I still have days when I think, “Did I really give up a monthly salary of $50,000, and a $60,000 company car to risk it all on a dream?” Plus, all those years of college.. M: Look at it this way. You learned skills that will help you make your dream come true... business, finance, advertising... W: You’re right. Knowing that stuff is really helpful. 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 18. What is the talk mainly about? A. Effects of homework on students. B. A comparison of different education systems. C. Academic performance of high school students. 19. Why are soft skills important according to the speaker? A. They help with getting a job. B. They are part of college tests. C. They increase learning efficiency. 20. What is the speaker’s final recommendation? A. Increasing school hours. B. Searching for a balanced method. C. Focusing more on mental health. 【答案】18. A 19. A 20. B 【解析】 【原文】The American education system is known for giving its students high workloads. The US regularly tops world rankings for educational success, so they’re clearly doing something right. And many studies suggest a link between regular homework and a student’s overall test performance. However, more homework doesn’t always mean better results. Finnish high school students, who receive four hours less homework per week, often perform better than American students in math, science, and literacy. Finnish students are also reported to be happier and less anxious. There’s no doubt that too much homework eats into students’ personal time. While it may result in higher grades, it may also affect a young person’s ability to work on their communication skills, creativity, and emotional intelligence. And this could have real-world impacts, as many professionals say that these “soft skills” are now as important as hard skills when it comes to getting hired. Also, the importance of good mental health cannot be stressed. So, the key lies in finding a balance. Optional or reduced homework, paired with proper classroom strategies, would create a healthier and more well-rounded approach to learning. 第二部分 阅读理解(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和D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A Good books have the incredible power to transform our lives. They can take us on adventures to distant lands and teach us lessons that stay with us forever. Let’s explore some of the amazing books. When Shadows Fall by Sita Brahmachari Using a fresh mix of an exciting first-person account with thoughtful poetic storytelling, this fiction explores the lives of Kai, Orla and Zak, and all the complicated connections, dreams and difficulties that tie then together, encouraging readers to pursue their own dreams and find out the right way to face life’s challenges with courage. The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch Suffering from cancer, Professor Randy Pausch gave one final lecture. In it, he described, how to dream, how to overcome difficulties and how to live those dreams. This book, which takes readers on a journey of his ups and downs, is something everyone should read at least once in their lifetime. The Silver Chain by Jion Sheibani Sixteen-year-old Azadeh seeks comfort in her violin playing while adjusting to a new school, struggling with friendships, and facing problems at home. The book gives a look into various aspects of her personal life, filled with light-hearted humor. It is not just a story of struggle, but an attractive journey of self-development and self- discovery. The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants by Ann Brashares This book follows four best friends as they start their own summer adventures, connected by a pair of magical jeans. It is a delightful read that shows independence, the true meaning of friendship and the challenges of growing up. It’s a story that young adults can relate to as they figure out their own lives. 21. Which book tells the writer’s own story? A. The Last Lecture. B. When Shadows Fall. C. The Silver Chain. D. The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants. 22. What do The Silver Chain and The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants both focus on? A. Family and privacy. B. Growth and friendship. C. Struggle and magic. D. Traveling and adjustment. 23. This text is most probably intended for readers________ A. fascinated by adventure novels. B. interested in books about teenagers. C. seeking recommendations for inspiring reads. D. planning a literary-themed trip around the world. 【答案】21. A 22. B 23. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍看几本令人惊叹的书。 【21题详解】 细节理解题。根据The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch中的“This book, which takes readers on a journey of his ups and downs, is something everyone should read at least once in their lifetime.(这本书带领读者踏上了他的起起落落之旅，是每个人一生中至少应该读一次的书。)”可知，患癌症的教授Randy Pausch写的The Last Lecture一书中描述了他的经历，也就是讲述了作者自己的故事。故选A。 【22题详解】 细节理解题。根据The Silver Chain by Jion Sheibani中的“Sixteen-year-old Azadeh seeks comfort in her violin playing while adjusting to a new school, struggling with friendships, and facing problems at home. (16岁的阿扎德在适应新学校、为友谊而挣扎、面对家庭问题的同时，也在小提琴演奏中寻求安慰。)”和The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants by Ann Brashares中的“It is a delightful read that shows independence, the true meaning of friendship and the challenges of growing up. (这是一本令人愉快的读物，它展示了独立、友谊的真谛和成长的挑战。)”可知，二者共同聚焦的是成长与友谊。故选B。 【23题详解】 推理判断题。根据全文可知，文章介绍了几本不同的书，并对书的内容亮点进行了阐述，目的很可能是给寻求鼓舞人心读物推荐的读者提供参考，而不是针对痴迷冒险小说的、对青少年相关书籍感兴趣的或者计划文学主题环球旅行的读者。故选C。 B In a small village in Sindh, Pakistan, my journey began with a wooden cane, herding buffalo (野牛) along the village’s edge. Life was simple, with mud homes and green fields, yet my dreams were vast. One day, a group of students in uniforms sparked my curiosity. I demanded to see their books, and the illustrations within fueled my imagination. I declared my dream to attend school. The days were filled with the rhythmic sound of buffalo hooves and the earthy smell of the fields. Despite the humble beginnings, my heart longed for the world beyond the village. Months passed in routine until my uncle, a man of few words but great authority, convinced my parents of the value of education. I enrolled in primary school, eager to learn, my mind absorbing every lesson like a sponge. My academic success was met with ridicule when I desired to study in Karachi, a distant city known for its bustling energy and educational institutions. The villagers found it amusing, a boy from the fields dreaming of such heights. Despite depression and a near-tragic moment, my brother’s words, “Your Challenges Are Stepping-Stones to Success,” echoed. I turned to writing, finding comfort and recognition in the pages of my notebook. Years later, college fee was another barrier, a mountain of debt that seemed unconquerable. But I found a part-time job at a newspaper, which led to an internship in Hyderabad and then a career in calligraphy and advertising. The internship was a turning point, a glimpse into a world I had only dreamed of, where my skills were valued and my potential was recognized. Reflecting on the past, the laughter of doubters holds no power. My story is a witness to the power of dreams and hard work. It proves that with belief in oneself and the courage to use one’s talents, anything is possible. I hope my journey inspires others to chase their dreams, regardless of the obstacles, and to believe that every challenge is an opportunity to rise higher. 24. What contributed to the author’s enrollment in primary school? A. His uncle’s persuasion on his parents. B. His persistent demand for education. C. The village’s traditional emphasis on education. D. His outstanding academic performance in self-learning. 25. How did the villagers react when I expressed my desire to study in Karachi? A. They were indifferent to it. B. They made fun of it. C. They supported it cautiously. D. They considered it tough. 26. Which adjectives can best describe the author? A Humorous and Adaptable. B. Sensitive and Diligent. C. Lucky and Opportunistic. D. Ambitious and Resilient. 27. Which is the most suitable title for this passage? A. A Pleasant Journey of Pursuing Academic Success. B. From Herding Buffalo to Attaining Career Success. C. Valuable Lessons from My Academic Pursuit. D. How I Escaped from a Pakistan Village. 【答案】24. A 25. B 26. D 27. B 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，作者讲述了自己从巴基斯坦信德省一个小村庄里放牛娃，怀揣梦想，在叔叔劝说父母后得以进入小学，后渴望去卡拉奇求学虽遭村民嘲笑，但凭借信念和努力，克服大学学费等重重障碍，最终获得事业成功的经历。 【24题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段“Months passed in routine until my uncle, a man of few words but great authority, convinced my parents of the value of education. I enrolled in primary school(几个月过去了，一切照旧，直到我那位寡言却极具权威的叔叔让我父母相信了教育的价值。我才得以进入小学)” 可知，是叔叔对作者父母的劝说，使得作者能够进入小学。故选A。 【25题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段“The villagers found it amusing, a boy from the fields dreaming of such heights.(村民们觉得这很可笑，一个来自田间的男孩竟然梦想如此高远)” 可知，当作者表达想去卡拉奇学习的愿望时，村民们对此加以嘲笑。故选B。 【26题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段“Life was simple, with mud homes and green fields, yet my dreams were vast.(生活很简单，住着泥屋，周围是绿色田野，但我的梦想很远大)” 以及 “One day, a group of students in uniforms sparked my curiosity. I demanded to see their books, and the illustrations within fueled my imagination. I declared my dream to attend school.(一天，一群穿着校服的学生引发了我的好奇心。我要求看他们的书，书中的插图激发了我的想象力。我宣布了我要上学的梦想)” 可推知，尽管身处简单的乡村环境，作者却怀揣着上学等远大梦想，体现出有抱负。根据第三段“My academic success was met with ridicule when I desired to study in Karachi, a distant city known for its bustling energy and educational institutions. The villagers found it amusing, a boy from the fields dreaming of such heights. Despite depression and a near-tragic moment, my brother’s words, “Your Challenges Are Stepping-Stones to Success,” echoed. I turned to writing, finding comfort and recognition in the pages of my notebook.(当我渴望去以充满活力和教育机构闻名的遥远城市卡拉奇学习时，我的学业成就却遭到了嘲笑。尽管经历了沮丧和近乎悲剧的时刻，但我哥哥“你的挑战是成功的垫脚石”这句话在我耳边回响。我转向写作，在笔记本的字里行间找到了慰藉和认可)” 以及第四段 “Years later, college fee was another barrier, a mountain of debt that seemed unconquerable. But I found a part - time job at a newspaper, which led to an internship in Hyderabad and then a career in calligraphy and advertising.(几年后，大学学费是另一个障碍，那是一笔看似无法逾越的巨额债务。但我在一家报社找到了一份兼职工作，这让我在海得拉巴获得了实习机会，然后开启了书法和广告领域的职业生涯)” 可知，作者面对来自村民的嘲笑、学费等诸多困难，并未放弃，而是积极想办法克服，表现出坚韧的品质。故选D。 【27题详解】 主旨大意题。作者讲述了自己从巴基斯坦信德省一个小村庄里放牛娃，怀揣梦想，在叔叔劝说父母后得以进入小学，后渴望去卡拉奇求学虽遭村民嘲笑，但凭借信念和努力，克服大学学费等重重障碍，最终获得事业成功的经历。所以短文的标题为“从放牛到获得事业成功”。故选B。 C Have you ever heard the expression “crocodile tears”? The expression reminds us of an amazing animal — The crocodile! First, why are they amazing? Well, crocodiles are experts at survival. Scientists say they first appeared 200 million years ago and have outlived the dinosaurs by some 65 million years. One reason they are such good survivors is that they can go for a very long time without eating. And they are expert hunters! They use their strong jaws to bite their prey (猎物) and then they swallow their food whole. Here’s another fun fact about crocodiles: When they lose a tooth, they grow one right back. A crocodile can go through 8,000 teeth in one lifetime! Okay, while these facts are fascinating, they really do not help to explain today’s expression: crocodile tears. Simply put, “crocodile tears” are fake sadness. You pretend to cry and feel badly for something when in fact… you could not care less. A great word to describe crocodile tears is insincere. But why do tears from an ancient, unfeeling reptile (爬行动物) mean false sadness? Well, the expression “crocodile tears” comes from an old myth that crocodiles would shed tears while eating their prey. Writers on the website Crocodilian.com claim that this myth was in use by the 1200s. A religious worker from that time wrote that if a crocodile found a man by the water, it would kill him if it could. Then the crocodile would cry tears on the man, but then finally swallow him. Another myth about crocodile tears suggests the animals are very crafty indeed. Crocodiles, the story goes, would shed tears as a false show of guilt or grief to trick their prey. The prey would come closer and then become dinner. So, that is the origin of the phrase “crocodile tears.” But, please note. You do not have to have actual tears flowing down your face to have “crocodile tears.” If you fake sadness or regret by using only words, others can still accuse you of having “crocodile tears.” Sometimes, crocodile tears are worse than insincere. Sometimes they are also hypocritical. Those are the times you are showing sadness but actually in your heart, you are quite happy about the situation. 28. What can best explain why crocodiles are good survivors? A. They outlived the dinosaurs by 65 million years. B. They remain alive without food for a long time. C. They have strong jaws and teeth to bite the prey. D. They pretend to shed tears before swallowing a prey. 29. What does the underlined sentence in Para3 mean? A. You care more than anyone else. B. You do care as much as before. C. You don’t care it at all. D. You care no less than others. 30. According to the second myth, why would crocodiles shed tears? A. To show sympathy for the prey. B. To attract the prey’s attention. C. To feel guilty for the dying prey. D. To cheat the prey to get closer. 31. In which of the following situations can you find the employment of “crocodile tears”? A. You feel sorry for your opponent’s failure in a match. B. You feel sad for your friend’s being seriously ill. C. You are jealous of your coworker’s quick promotion. D. You are sad because your application was rejected. 【答案】28. B 29. C 30. D 31. A 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了“鳄鱼的眼泪”这一表达方式的起源和含义。 【28题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段“One reason they are such good survivors is that they can go for a very long time without eating. (它们之所以能成为如此优秀的幸存者，一个原因是它们可以在不吃东西的情况下存活很长时间。)”可知，它们在没有食物的情况下能存活很长时间是它们能成为优秀的幸存者的原因之一。故选B。 【29题详解】 词句猜测题。根据上文“Simply put, “crocodile tears” are fake sadness. You pretend to cry and feel badly for something…(简单来说，“鳄鱼的眼泪”就是虚假的悲伤。你假装哭泣、为某件事难过……)”和下文“A great word to describe crocodile tears is insincere. (用一个词来形容 “鳄鱼的眼泪”，那就是“虚伪”。)”可知，“鳄鱼的眼泪”就是虚假的悲伤，因此实际上你根本不在乎。由此可知，you could not care less意为“你根本不在乎”。故选C。 【30题详解】 细节理解题。根据第五段“Crocodiles, the story goes, would shed tears as a false show of guilt or grief to trick their prey. (据说，鳄鱼会流泪，假装内疚或悲伤，以欺骗它们的猎物。)”可知，鳄鱼流泪是为了欺骗猎物，使其靠近。故选D。 【31题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段“Simply put, “crocodile tears” are fake sadness. (简单来说，“鳄鱼的眼泪”就是虚假的悲伤。)”和最后一段“Sometimes, crocodile tears are worse than insincere. Sometimes they are also hypocritical. Those are the times you are showing sadness but actually in your heart, you are quite happy about the situation. (有时候，“鳄鱼的眼泪”比“不真诚”更过分，甚至带有“虚伪”的意味——也就是说，你表面上表现得难过，内心却对眼前的情况暗自窃喜。)”可知，“鳄鱼的眼泪”是假装的悲伤，选项A“你对对手在比赛中的失败感到遗憾”这种情况可能会用到“鳄鱼的眼泪”这个表达。故选A。 D In satellite images of the Earth from space, the United States seems to split in half: the eastern side is much brighter than the west. Across the Atlantic, Europe glints. The Nile Delta in Africa glows like a diamond. Farther east, Hong Kong and Shanghai are afire. Developed society, it’s clear, is where the light is. A growing field of research suggests that night-time light itself is far more dangerous than the dark. Everything that lives on this planet evolved during billions of years along a reliable cycle of day and night. But artificial light breaks the cycle. This causes sleeplessness among astronauts who take pills but still get only six hours of shuteye. Shift workers, who rise with the night and work in blue light, experience not only disturbed circadian rhythms (昼夜节律), but an increased likelihood of breast cancer. When we, in the industrialized world, do manage to turn off the lights, there are measurable, beneficial effects. In a widely reported paper last summer, Kenneth Wright at the University of Colorado took eight students camping in the Rocky Mountains for two weeks. They weren’t allowed to use any artificial light after sunset — only the glow of campfire. After a week, melatonin (褪黑素) started to rise at sunset, peak at midnight, and decrease just at sunrise. “Internal biological time under natural light-dark conditions tightly synchronizes with environmental time,” he said. For those of us addicted to our glowing phones and tablets, an app called Flux can help. It “warms” your device display screen so that it shifts red in the evening, more closely matching the color of the setting sun. Just a brief glimpse at your mobile phone at bedtime is enough to expose your eyes to artificial light, so fighting such a disturbance might be an exercise in vain. But even if we can’t completely contain our thirst for light, we can all make one small gesture, which could stimulate us to unplug a little more. 32. What can we infer from paragraph 2? A. Astronauts take pills to minimize the circadian disturbance. B. Sleeplessness is more likely to cause breast cancer. C Humans can easily adapt to the changing surroundings. D. Darkness and melatonin pose health threats to shift workers. 33. What does the underlined word “synchronize with” in paragraph 3 mean? A. put up with. B. interact with. C. keep pace with. D. blend with. 34. How does Flux help reduce the harmful effects of artificial light? A. By blocking artificial lights. B. By creating the natural change of light. C. By reducing screen brightness. D. By lifting up the screen temperature. 35. What’s the purpose of the final sentence? A. To suggest a solution. B. To settle a debate. C. To promote a product. D. To propose an assumption. 【答案】32. A 33. C 34. B 35. A 【解析】 【导语】本文为一篇说明文，介绍了夜间人工光破坏自然昼夜节律，导致健康问题，因此，减少光污染可恢复褪黑素节律。科技手段（如Flux应用）可缓解光害，提倡适度减少用光。 【32题详解】 推理判断题。根据文章第二段“This causes sleeplessness among astronauts who take pills but still get only six hours of shuteye. Shift workers, who rise with the night and work in blue light, experience not only disturbed circadian rhythms (昼夜节律), but an increased likelihood of breast cancer. (这导致服用安眠药的宇航员仍只能睡六个小时，难以入眠。轮班工作者在夜间起床并在蓝光下工作，不仅昼夜节律紊乱，患乳腺癌的可能性也增加了。)”可推知，宇航员会服用药物以尽量减少昼夜节律紊乱的情况。故选A。 【33题详解】 词句猜测题。根据划线词上文“In a widely reported paper last summer, Kenneth Wright at the University of Colorado took eight students camping in the Rocky Mountains for two weeks. They weren’t allowed to use any artificial light after sunset — only the glow of campfire. After a week, melatonin (褪黑素) started to rise at sunset, peak at midnight, and decrease just at sunrise. (去年夏天，科罗拉多大学的肯尼斯·赖特发表了一篇广受关注的论文。他带领八名学生在落基山脉进行了为期两周的野外露营。他们被要求在日落后不得使用任何人工光源，只能使用篝火发出的光亮。一周后，日落时分人体内的褪黑素开始上升，在午夜达到峰值，而在日出时又开始下降。)”可知，在自然光照与黑暗交替的条件下，内部生物钟与环境时间紧密同步。划线词与keep pace with意思相近。故选C。 【34题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章最后一段“For those of us addicted to our glowing phones and tablets, an app called Flux can help. It “warms” your device display screen so that it shifts red in the evening, more closely matching the color of the setting sun. (对于我们这些沉迷于明亮电子设备的人来说，一款名为Flux的应用程序能够帮到我们。它能“暖化”设备的显示屏，使其在夜间呈现出更偏红色的色调，更接近日落时的色彩。)”可知，应用程序Flux通过营造出自然的光线变化来减少人工灯的有害影响。故选B。 【35题详解】 推理判断题。文章前三段介绍了人工灯对于人的作息的有害影响，并提出应关掉点灯，减少人工灯的使用，第四段“For those of us addicted to our glowing phones and tablets, an app called Flux can help. (对于我们这些沉迷于明亮屏幕的手机和平板电脑的人来说，有一款名为Flux的应用程序能够帮到我们。)”介绍了一款应用能解决这个问题，因此，本文提出了一个解决方案。故选A。 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。 It’s no secret that artificial intelligence is changing the way we work. With more and more simpler tasks being automated, humans are left with more high-level cognitive work, such as idea generation, strategic planning, and creative writing. ____36____ The problem is that we still follow a mindset that resembles the era of assembly (组装) lines, which doesn’t foster or facilitate the type of work needed today. Leaders constantly measured productivity in terms of how many hours an employee spent at work or the number of abstract targets they reached. ____37____ This type of output doesn’t fit in the era of AI. Instead, we have to make a psychological switch, structuring each workday for quality instead of quantity. Start by kicking the old method of continuous work throughout the day. Research shows that continuous work impairs creative idea generation and high quality, complex cognitive work. ____38____ It’s recommended that using work sessions that are about 90 minutes long, attacking the hardest part of the task in the first 20 minutes and moving to the slower, easier work during the remaining time. ____39____ Therefore, managers should consider the principal area that a team or individual is working on rather than imposing the same work schedule across a team or an organization. Data suggests that it’s better to work on tasks that involve creativity, imagination, and problem solving during the first few hours of the day and again right before you go to sleep. ____40____ In between the focused work sessions, make time for a nap or for easy work that doesn’t require much creativity or focus. A. That’s because people tend to overwork. B. The time of day will also make a difference. C. As a result, quantity of work was prioritized. D. To excel in the new era, we’ll need to transform how we work. E. With every new technology comes fear and then new opportunity. F. Because of that, it’s better to work in bursts, giving the mind a rest. G. The middle of the day is better for something calling for concentration. 【答案】36. D 37. C 38. F 39. B 40. G 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了如何改变我们的工作方式来应对人工智能的影响。 【36题详解】 根据上文“It’s no secret that artificial intelligence is changing the way we work. With more and more simpler tasks being automated, humans are left with more high-level cognitive work, such as idea generation, strategic planning, and creative writing.(人工智能正在改变我们的工作方式，这已经不是什么秘密。随着越来越多简单的任务被自动化，人类只能从事更高级的认知工作，比如创意产生、战略规划和创意写作)”可知，上文提到人工智能在改变我们的工作方式，随着越来越多简单的任务被自动化，推测本句应说明人类应该如何应对这种情况。故D选项“要在新时代脱颖而出，我们需要改变我们的工作方式”符合语境。故选D。 【37题详解】 根据上文“Leaders constantly measured productivity in terms of how many hours an employee spent at work or the number of abstract targets they reached.(领导者经常根据员工在工作中花费的时间或他们达到的抽象目标的数量来衡量生产力)”以及后文“This type of output doesn’t fit in the era of AI. Instead, we have to make a psychological switch, structuring each workday for quality instead of quantity. (这种类型的输出不适合人工智能时代。相反，我们必须进行心理上的转换，以质量而不是数量来安排每个工作日)”可知，上文提到了领导者通过花费的时间以及数量来衡量生产力，本句与上文构成因果关系，总结领导者优先考虑的工作数量。故C选项“因此，工作的数量被优先考虑”符合语境。故选C。 【38题详解】 根据上文“Start by kicking the old method of continuous work throughout the day. Research shows that continuous work impairs creative idea generation and high quality, complex cognitive work.(从摒弃整天连续工作的旧方法开始。研究表明，持续的工作损害了创造性想法的产生和高质量、复杂的认知工作)”以及后文“It’s recommended that using work sessions that are about 90 minutes long, attacking the hardest part of the task in the first 20 minutes and moving to the slower, easier work during the remaining time.(建议使用90分钟左右的工作时间，在前20分钟内解决任务中最难的部分，然后在剩下的时间里转向较慢、较容易的工作)”可知，本句与上文构成因果关系，指出应该集中精力工作，后文给出时间安排的建议。故F选项“正因为如此，最好是集中精力工作，让大脑得到休息”符合语境。故选F。 【39题详解】 根据后文“Therefore, managers should consider the principal area that a team or individual is working on rather than imposing the same work schedule across a team or an organization. Data suggests that it’s better to work on tasks that involve creativity, imagination, and problem solving during the first few hours of the day and again right before you go to sleep.(因此，管理者应该考虑团队或个人工作的主要领域，而不是在整个团队或组织中强加相同的工作时间表。数据表明，最好在一天的头几个小时和睡前做一些涉及创造力、想象力和解决问题的工作)”可知，后文提到“最好在一天的头几个小时和睡前做一些涉及创造力、想象力和解决问题的工作”，即工作的时间对效率产生影响。故B选项“一天中的时间也会有影响”符合语境。故选B。 【40题详解】 根据上文“Data suggests that it’s better to work on tasks that involve creativity, imagination, and problem solving during the first few hours of the day and again right before you go to sleep.(数据表明，最好在一天的头几个小时和睡前做一些涉及创造力、想象力和解决问题的工作)”以及后文“In between the focused work sessions, make time for a nap or for easy work that doesn’t require much creativity or focus.(在集中精力工作的间隙，找时间打个盹，或者做一些不需要太多创造力和注意力的简单工作)”可知，上文提到了“在一天的头几个小时和睡前做一些涉及创造力、想象力和解决问题的工作”，本句承接上文，说明其他时间段应该进行什么样的工作。故G选项“中午是做需要集中注意力的事情的最佳时间”符合语境。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。 As a boy raised in the 1970s and 1980s, I usually saw hitchhikers walking along the side of the road when they went into town, because they couldn’t ____41____ cars. As I got older, I noticed them less and less, ____42____ . That is until recently. It seems the difficulties of life these days are leaving a lot more people with only their legs for ____43____ . The other day I was driving home after shopping in a ____44____ state of mind. Having been worrying too much and not praying enough, I was starting to wonder if anything I did even ____45____ in this crazy world. It was then that I saw her, a middle-aged woman ____46____ down with shopping bags on the side of the road, ____47____ to hitch a ride. I ____48____ and let her in. She was traveling a bit out of my way but I decided to give her a ____49____ all the way home. She told me how hard things had been for her lately and that she’d had to ____50____ her car. The instant we ____51____ her house, she smiled and thanked me for the ride. Driving away smiling too, I heard God’s ____52____ voice speaking into the depths of my heart. “Everything you do in this life makes a(n) ____53____ my child. Everything you do matters.” I thanked Him for helping me to share His Love, ____54____ my sour state of mind and ____55____ joy to my soul again. 41. A. repair B. lend C. afford D. borrow 42. A. thus B. though C. although D. instead 43. A. relaxation B. restriction C. recreation D. transportation 44. A. sour B. sweet C. bitter D. spicy 45. A. deserved B. extended C. sponsored D. mattered 46. A. settled B. loaded C. set D. knelt 47. A. urging B. demanding C. hoping D. promising 48. A. pulled over B. pulled in C. pulled down D. pulled out 49. A. lecture B. drive C. surprise D. deal 50. A. rent B. lose C. sell D. buy 51. A. approached B. departed C. resigned D. acquired 52. A. serious B. secret C. quiet D. gentle 53. A. effect B. profit C. difference D. sense 54. A. broadening B. sweetening C. strengthening D. lengthening 55. A. gaining B. seeking C. returning D. spotting 【答案】41. C 42. B 43. D 44. A 45. D 46. B 47. C 48. A 49. B 50. C 51. A 52. D 53. C 54. B 55. C 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者在开车回家的路上，遇到一位搭便车的中年妇女，并决定送她回家的故事，通过这次经历，作者意识到生活中的每一件事都有意义，并感谢上帝帮助他分享爱，改善了他的心情，让他的心灵再次充满喜悦。 【41题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：作为一个在70、80年代长大的男孩，我过去经常看到有人在路边搭便车进城，因为他们买不起车。A. repair修理；B. lend借出；C. afford买得起；D. borrow借入。根据上文“I usually saw hitchhikers walking along the side of the road when they went into town”可知，作者看到搭便车的人是因为他们买不起汽车。故选C。 【42题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：不过，随着我渐渐长大，看到搭便车的人却越来越少了。A. thus因此；B. though然而，不过；C. although尽管；D. instead反而。上文说作者过去经常看到有人在路边搭便车进城，下文说随着年龄的增长，看到搭便车的人却越来越少了，上下文是转折关系，且空后有逗号，所以用副词though表示转折。故选B。 【43题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：似乎现在生活的困难让更多的人只能靠自己的腿来运输。A. relaxation放松；B. restriction限制；C. recreation娱乐；D. transportation运输。根据上文“I usually saw hitchhikers walking along the side of the road when they went into town”可知，搭便车的人是因为买不起车，只能靠走路来运输自己，即作为交通工具。故选D。 【44题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：前几天，我购物后开车回家，心情十分低落。A. sour阴郁的，不快的；B. sweet甜蜜的；C. bitter痛苦的；D. spicy辛辣的。根据下文“Having been worrying too much and not praying enough”可知，作者心情低落。故选A。 【45题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：由于思虑过多、祈祷太少，我开始怀疑：在这个疯狂的世界里，我做的任何事是否真的有意义。A. deserved应得；B. extended延伸；C. sponsored赞助；D. mattered重要，有意义。根据上文“Having been worrying too much and not praying enough”和下文“Everything you do matters”可知，作者当时怀疑自己所做的事情是否还有意义。故选D。 【46题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：就在这时，我看到了她——一位中年妇女，提着满满当当的购物袋站在路边，希望能搭到便车。A. settled解决；B. loaded装载；C. set设置；D. knelt跪下。根据下文“with shopping bags on the side of the road”可知，这位中年妇女提着购物袋，应该是装载着购物袋。故选B。 【47题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意同上。A. urging催促；B. demanding要求；C. hoping希望；D. promising承诺。根据下文“to hitch a ride”可知，这位中年妇女在路边蹲下是希望能搭个便车。故选C。 【48题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：我靠边停车，让她上了车。A. pulled over靠边停车；B. pulled in进站；C. pulled down摧毁；D. pulled out拔出。根据下文“and let her in”可知，作者把车停路边，让这位中年妇女上车。故选A。 【49题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：她要去的地方稍微绕路，但我还是决定一路送她回家。A. lecture讲座；B. drive驾车送人；C. surprise惊喜；D. deal交易。根据上文“She was traveling a bit out of my way but I decided to give her a”以及下文“all the way home”可知，作者决定送这位中年妇女一路回家，即驾车送她。故选B。 【50题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：她告诉我，最近的日子对她来说有多艰难，还说她不得不卖掉了自己的车。A. rent出租；B. lose失去；C. sell卖；D. buy买。根据上文“She told me how hard things had been for her lately”以及下文“her car”可知，这位中年妇女的生活很艰难，不得不卖掉她的车。故选C。 【51题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：当我们靠近她家时，她笑着感谢我送她一程。A. approached接近；B. departed离开；C. resigned辞职；D. acquired获得。根据下文“her house, she smiled and thanked me for the ride”可知，她微笑着感谢作者送她一程，应是靠近那位女士家。故选A。 【52题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我也笑着开车离开，这时仿佛听到上帝温柔的声音在我内心深处响起。A. serious严肃的；B. secret秘密的；C. quiet安静的；D. gentle温柔的。根据下文“voice speaking into the depths of my heart”以及“Everything you do in this life makes a(n) ____13____ my child. Everything you do matters”可知，上帝的声音是温柔的，在安慰和鼓励作者。故选D。 【53题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：孩子，你这辈子做的每一件事都有影响、有意义。A. effect影响；B. profit利润；C. difference不同；D. sense感觉。根据下文“Everything you do matters”可知，上帝告诉作者，他所做的每一件事都有影响，即都有不同或意义。make a difference表示“有影响，有不同”。故选C。 【54题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：我感谢上帝帮助我传递了他的爱，驱散了我低落的心情，让喜悦再次回到了我的灵魂深处。A. broadening拓宽；B. sweetening使愉快；C. strengthening加强；D. lengthening延长。根据上文“I thanked Him for helping me to share His Love”以及下文“my sour state of mind”可知，作者感谢上帝帮助他分享爱，让他的阴郁的心情变得愉快。故选B。 【55题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意同上。A. gaining获得；B. seeking寻找；C. returning返回；D. spotting发现。根据下文“joy to my soul again”可知，作者再次让他的灵魂找回了快乐，即快乐返回到了他的灵魂中。故选C。 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。 “Dead to Rights”, ____56____ Chinese film that depicts the Nanjing Massacre (屠杀) ____57____(commit) by Japanese troops in China during World War II, has seen ticket sales exceed 2.2 billion yuan (about 308 million U.S. dollars) during its summer box office run, according to online movie platform data. This has broken the record for previous ____58____ (history) films screened during the country’s bustling summer movie-going season, ____59____ runs from the beginning of June to the end of August each year. ____60____ (mark) the 80th anniversary of victory in the Chinese People’s War of Resistance ____61____ Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, “Dead to Rights” tells the story of a group of Chinese civilians, who ____62____ (seek) refuge (避难) in a photography studio during the violent and cruel ____63____ (occupy) of Nanjing by Japanese invaders, ____64____(secret) kept possession of the negatives (底片) and how they risked their lives ____65____ (send) photographic evidence of the Nanjing Massacre to the outside world after they discovered and determined to expose the truth. 【答案】56. a 57. committed 58. historical 59. which 60. Marking 61. against 62. sought 63. occupation 64. secretly 65. to send##sending 【解析】 【导语】本文为一篇新闻报道，讲述了中国电影《南京照相馆》以南京大屠杀为背景，讲述平民冒险保存并传递屠杀证据的故事，票房突破22亿元，创历史题材电影暑期档纪录。 【56题详解】 考查冠词。句意：根据在线电影平台的数据，《南京照相馆》这部讲述二战期间日本军队在中国犯下的南京大屠杀事件的中国电影，在夏季档期的票房收入已超过 22 亿元人民币（约合 3.08 亿美元）。film对于前文电影名词的解释，为同位语，表示泛指，Chinese以辅音音素开始发音，不定冠词用a。故填a。 【57题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意同上。空处修饰the Nanjing Massacre为后置定语，the Nanjing Massacre与commit构成被动关系，用过去分词作定语。故填committed。 【58题详解】 考查形容词。句意：这打破了我国在繁忙的夏季观影季（每年从 6 月初持续至 8 月底）期间上映的历史影片的观影纪录。空处修饰films，用形容词作定语，表示“历史的”用historical。故填historical。 【59题详解】 考查定语从句。句意同上。空处引导非限制性定语从句，先行词summer movie-going season作从句的主语，表示物，用关系代词which引导。故填which。 【60题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：为纪念中国人民抗日战争暨世界反法西斯战争胜利80周年，影片《南京照相馆》讲述了这样一段故事：在日军对南京的疯狂肆虐占领期间，一群中国平民躲进了摄影工作室。他们秘密保存着底片，并在发现并决心揭露真相后，冒着生命危险将南京大屠杀的影像资料传递到了外界。空处作状语，“Dead to Rights”与mark构成逻辑上的主动关系，用现在分词，放在句首，首字母大写。故填Marking。 【61题详解】 考查介词。句意同上。空处缺少介词，表示“反抗”用against。故填against。 【62题详解】 考查动词时态。句意同上。结合下文kept可知，描述过去的事情，空处作定语从句谓语，用过去式。故填sought。 【63题详解】 考查名词。句意同上。空处作介词during的宾语，用occupy的名词形式occupation。故填occupation。 64题详解】 考查副词。句意同上。空处修饰kept，用副词作状语。故填secretly。 【65题详解】 考查短语。句意同上。risk one’s life to do/doing为固定结构。故填to send/sending。 第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分) 第一节(满分15分) 66. 假定你是高三(4)班学生李华，学校博文杂志正在招聘“英语文学栏目”编辑，请你给负责人写一封申请信。内容包括： 1.你的优势； 2.你对栏目的初步设想。 注意： 1.写作词数应为80左右； 2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Dear editor, ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 【答案】Dear editor, I’m Li Hua from Class 4, Grade 3, eager to apply for the “ English Literature Column” editor position. As an enthusiastic reader, I’ve explored many classic works, which enriches my literary knowledge. My English skills, both in writing and translation, enable me to handle English literary materials well. Also, I once edited our class magazine. For the column, I plan to set up “New Book Recommendation” and “Author Interview” sub-columns. I believe these can attract more students to engage with literature. Thank you for your time. I’m looking forward to your reply. Yours, Li Hua 写作示范二 Dear editor, This is Li Hua, applying for the “ English Literature Column” editor in our school English newspaper. I have a strong passion for literature and am proficient in English. I often participate in English reading clubs and have a good command of different writing styles. Besides, I once organized a campus writing competition. Regarding the column, I suggest holding online reading sharing sessions and inviting famous writers to give lectures. These activities can surely liven up the literary atmosphere on campus. I sincerely hope you’ll consider my application. Looking forward to your reply. Yours, Li Hua 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文，要求给学校杂志社写一封申请信，申请成为“英语文学栏目”编辑。 【详解】（以第一篇为例） 1.词汇积累 渴望：eager to do→ longing to do 热情的：enthusiastic → passionate 使……成为可能：enable → allow 吸引：attract → appeal to 2.句式拓展 简单句变复合句 原句：Also, I once edited our class magazine. 拓展句：Also, I once edited our class magazine, which gave me experience in editing. 【点睛】【高分句型1】As an enthusiastic reader, I’ve explored many classic works, which enriches my literary knowledge.（运用了which引导的非限制性定语从句） 【高分句型2】I believe these can attract more students to engage with literature.（运用了省略that的宾语从句） 第二节(满分25分) 67. 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。 Jim dreams of becoming a famous artist to help lift his family from poverty. However, an illness in the family forces Jim to give up everything he worked so hard for. Jim used to draw skyline on the roof of the school building, with a broken piece of pencil lead he’d found in a rubbish can. His drawing was close to perfect except for some color. His family lived from hand to mouth so Jim could only rely on himself. He had to help out on the local farm after school and saved some of the money for paints. One day Mom fell seriously ill and was rushed to hospital at once. While the rest of his family were still at the hospital waiting, Jim ran back home to get the household emergency money. But his heart sank when he saw the pitiful money. It’d never be enough to pay for Mom’s medical treatment. He ran into his bedroom and reached for his savings. “Goodbye, paints and brushes,” Jim said as he added his to the emergency money. One night on the way home, thinking of Mom in hospital he wanted to do something for her. He bent down beneath a streetlight and put his fingers in the dirt on the roadside. Before he knew it, he drew a portrait (肖像) of Mom. He found red dust and mixed it with mud to add shadow, then picked up some grass and turned it into some kind of paint. He used this to add definition around Mom’s nose, eyes and hair. When he was finished, Jim stood back up to study his work. The linework and shading were fine, but the colors… “It’s still no good,” Jim shook his head. “I disagree.” Jim turned around and found a stranger standing behind him. He gave Jim a friendly smile and introduced himself as Mr. Finn. 注意： 1. 续写词数应为150左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 “I am an editor for an art magazine.” Mr. Finn continued. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ With the payment from the magazine, Jim could not hide his joy. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】One possible version: “I’m the editor-in-chief for a local art magazine,” Mr. Finn continued. “I love what you’ve done here. Such an unusual choice of medium, but what an excellent result! This is a very exciting form of artistic expression, young man. With your permission, I’d like to use a photo of your work for the cover of our next issue.” Jim nodded before he figured out how much he would be paid. But he was sure that he would earn some money and help his mom. With the payment from the magazine, Jim could not hide his joy. Jim counted the bills Mr. Finn gave him several times on the way to the hospital. After he paid for Mom’s medical treatment, there was still some money left. Without hesitation, he rushed to the store to buy some painting tools and pigments. His heart almost burst with joy at the thought of being able to take care of his family through painting. 【解析】 【导语】文章以人物为线索展开，讲述了家境贫寒但喜欢画画的Jim想要成为艺术家改变家人的生活。他放学后去农场帮忙，以便存钱买绘画工具。但不幸的是，妈妈患了重病，家里的钱不够，Jim拿出自己存的钱。一天他一边思考该怎么做，一边无意识的在地上画出了妈妈的肖像画，这一幕被Mr. Finn看见了。 【详解】1.段落续写： ①根据第一段首句“ “我是当地一家艺术杂志的主编，”Finn继续说道”可知，下文可描写Finn很欣赏Jim的画，请他为自己的杂志画一幅封面画，Jim同意了，因为这可以帮到妈妈。 ②根据第二段首句“得到杂志的付款，Jim无法掩饰他的喜悦。”可知，下文可描写Jim不仅用这些钱支付了妈妈的医疗费，还买了绘画工具。想到能通过画画帮助家人，Jim很开心。 2.续写线索：Finn介绍自己——Finn欣赏Jim的画——邀请Jim为杂志画封面画——Jim同意——得到报酬难掩喜悦——支付妈妈的医疗费——买绘画工具——感悟 3.词类激活 行为类 ①挣钱：earn some money/make some money ②剩下：leave/remain ③冲：rush/dash/run quickly 情绪类 ①极好的：excellent/extraordinary ②开心：burst with joy/be delighted 【点睛】[高分句型1]Jim nodded though he didn’t quite understand Mr.（运用了though引导的让步状语从句） [高分句型2]Jim counted the bills Mr. Finn gave him several times on the way to the hospital. （运用了省略关系代词that/which的定语从句） 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$So you really had no idea about tonight. No, I thought I was strange when Rachel said we were stopping off here on our way to my moms. IT is a total shock. I just can't believe everybody's coming for my birthday. I might cry. Wow, a six months round the world trip so you'll miss your sister's wedding. No, i've timed IT so that i'll be back in glasgow from as little, but two days after the wedding, i'll be on my way to madrid. The american education system is known for giving its students high workloads. The U. S. Regularly tops world rankings for educational success, so they're clearly doing something right, and many studies suggest a link between regular homework and the students overall test performance. However, more homework doesn't always mean Better results. finish. High school students who receive four hours less homework k per week often perform Better than american students in math, science and literacy. Finish students are also reported to be happier unless inches. 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High school students who receive four hours less homework per week often perform Better than american students in math, science and literacy. Finish students are also reported to be happier unless anxious. There's no doubt that too much homework eats into students personal time. While IT may result in higher grades, IT may also affect a Young person's ability to work on their communication skills, creativity and emotional intelligence, and this could have real world impacts. As many professionals say that they thought, skills are now as important as hard skills when IT comes to getting hired. Also, the importance of good mental health cannot be overstressed, so the key lies in finding a baLance. Optional or reduced homework paired with proper classroom strategies would create a healthier and more well rounded approach to learning. Sorry, do I know you? I'm sorry to bother you. My name's Allen. My elderly mother lives alone down the street. That number twenty nine. 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