江苏省如皋中学2025-2026学年高三上学期测试一英语试题

江苏省如皋中学2025—2026学年度高三年级测试 英 语 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. What is Kate doing? A. Boarding a flight. B. Arranging a trip. C. Seeing a friend off. 2. What are the speakers talking about? A. A pop star. B. An old song. C. A radio program. 3. What will the speakers do today? A. Go to an art show. B. Meet the man's aunt. C. Eat out with Mark. 4. What does the man want to do? A. Cancel an order. B. Ask for a receipt. C. Reschedule a delivery. 5. When will the next train to Bedford leave? A. At 9:45. B. At 10:15. C. At 11:00. 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。 听第6段材料，回答第6 、7题。 6. What will the weather be like today? A. Stormy. B. Sunny. C. Foggy. 7. What is the man going to do? A. Plant a tree. B. Move his car. C. Check the map. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8. Why is Kathy in California now? A. She is on vacation there. B. She has just moved there. C. She is doing business there. 9. What is the relationship between Tom and Fiona? A. Husband and wife. B. Brother and sister. C. Father and daughter. 10.What does Kathy thank Dave for? A. Finding her a new job. B. Sending her a present. C. Calling on her mother. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11. How did Jack go to school when he was a child? A. By bike. B. On foot. C. By bus. 12. What is Jack's attitude toward parents driving their kids to school? A. Disapproving. B. Encouraging. C. Understanding. 13. What is the problem with some parents according to the woman? A. Overprotecting their children. B. Pushing their children too hard. C. Having no time for their children. 听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。 14. Why did Marie post her kitchen gardening online at first? A. To keep records of her progress. B. To sell home-grown vegetables. C. To motivate her fellow gardeners. 15. Why does Marie recommend beginners to grow strawberries? A. They need no special care. B. They can be used in cooking. C. They bear a lot of fruit soon. 16. What is difficult for Marie to grow? A. Herbs. B. Carrots. C. Pears. 17. What is Marie's advice to those interested in kitchen gardening? A. Aim high. B. Keep focused. C. Stay optimistic. 听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。 18. What is “Life of Johnson”? A. A magazine column. B. A TV series. C. A historical novel. 19. What is Johnson famous for? A. His acting talent. B. His humorous writing. C. His long sports career. 20. When did Johnson join Sports Times? A. In 1981. B. In 1983. C. In 1985. 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） 请认真阅读下列短文，从短文后各题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中，选出最 佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 A To truly help our planet, we need to connect with it. And the good news is you don’t have to be a qualified expert to support the cause. Here are some of the many incredible projects looking for volunteers. Big Butterfly Count Scheduled between 18 July and 10 August in 2025, involvement in this project run by Butterfly Conservation is more important than ever, as the 2024 results indicate a significant drop of these beautiful biodiversity indicators. Participants are asked to spend 15 minutes everyday recording butterflies they see, either via their website tracker or app. Head to bigbutterflycount.butterfly-conservation.org to join in. The Great UK WaterBlitz This twice-a-year campaign from the FreshWater Wash aims to assess water quality across the UK. The next one runs from 25-28 April 2025, and asks volunteers to record the water quality in local freshwater sources. To help in the upcoming campaign, simply register your interest at earthwatch.org.uk/greatukwaterblitz to receive more information, along with your own water testing kit. The Big Garden Birdwatch Organised by RSPB, the world’s largest garden wildlife survey runs in January each year, and asks volunteers to sign up to simply watch their gardens for an hour each day, recording the birds they see. In 2024, more than 600,000 people participated in the UK, and recorded an incredible 9.7 million birds. Visit rspb.org.uk for more details. Nature’s Calendar This initiative by the Woodland Trust looks to track seasonal shifts and patterns, to see how climate change is affecting our ecosystems. The easy, three-step process requires you to pick a species and behaviour, decide the area you’re recording, and make a note on the online system of the dates of these actions. Get involved by visiting the woodlandtrust.org.uk. 21．Which project equips participants with tools? A．Big Butterfly Count B．The Great UK WaterBlitz C．The Big Garden Birdwatch D．Nature’s Calendar 22．What is the main goal of Nature’s Calendar? A．To inform the public of seasonal shifts. B．To demonstrate biodiversity on a calendar. C．To monitor the impacts of climate change. D．To protect the wildlife living in your area. 23．What do the four projects have in common? A．They take place on a yearly basis. B．They are limited to nature reserves. C．They collect data recorded by participants. D．They ask experts to guide volunteers. B Somewhere my acquaintance with the computer started when I was working on my thesis. I was initiated into it, quite unintentionally, when I was looking for a convenient way to store my research material. I have since been busy communicating with my readers and students through the net. I can hardly believe it myself that a technophobe like me could somehow get engaged with the most modern technology! Our son has left for university and our spoilt daughter has gone overseas. Since they left home the net has become the best way for our family to communicate and share our feelings. We started off sending messages by email only -just to say hello, to seek help and to caution. Messages such as: “Please have a look at this email. I can’t open it. “Or, one that I sent to my daughter says: “So you rang to say you’d lost your credit card. The very thing that I’ve been worrying about! If you don’t try hard to mend your careless ways, you’ll wake up one morning and find that you’ve lost your brain as well.” And my son’s messages are typical in their sensational (耸人听闻的) headings, such as “Help me please!” “Help again, please!” They are always about money, no different from the notes he left when he was young. My daughter, on the other hand, would persuade her elder brother like a grand old lady: “Don’t upset Mum when I’m not home. Go back to see Mum and Dad every now and then. They’ve only got you and me.” Recently, our son has been emailing me all kinds of articles: funny, touching, intellectual. . . the lot. Recommended rending, he said, which would help me understand my students’ ideas and keep abreast of the times, so I wouldn’t be written off as over-the-hill too soon. I read the articles religiously, like an obedient pupil. I appreciate my son’s good will with mixed feelings. The kid I was bombarding with newspaper clippings not that long ago has now become my mentor! He must be thinking that his mother is still willing to embrace new ideas. That makes me fecl proud, despite the confusing sense of role reversal that I have. Through the net, we chat, exchange ideas and encourage each other with a gentle and beautiful language we seldom use. Every time I sit in front of the computer and read those instant messages, I feel warmth welling up in my heart and a profound gratitude to modern technology. 24．The author got acquainted with the net initially to ________. A．keep pace with the times B．communicate with her readers C．meet academic needs D．exchange ideas with her children 25．Why did the author mention so many messages in paragraph 3? A．To show her daughter’s immaturity. B．To indicate the net’s influence on her. C．To blame her daughter’s carelessness. D．To express her love for her children. 26．Which of the following can best describe the author in the son’s eyes? A．Flexible. B．Well-educated. C．Stubborn. D．Old-fashioned. 27．Which of the following is the best title for the passage? A．It Is the Power of the Net B．Technology Changes Life C．Here Comes a Cyber Mum D．Mum’s Role Changes C Chocolate is a popular snack, but the price of it continues to rise. Cocoa from the cacao tree is the basic ingredient of chocolate; the trees thrive in warm and damp climates but are struggling due to increasing aridity — a slow but non-stop drying of the land. This issue extends to producers around the globe, threatening cocoa production and livelihoods of farmers. Over the past 30 years, more than three-quarters of the Earth’s landmass has become drier. This dryness is a long-term transformation with disastrous consequences for ecosystems, agriculture, and livelihoods. Aridity arises from human-driven factors, including greenhouse gas emissions, unsustainable land use, and natural resource degradation. Climate change, primarily caused by fossil fuel consumption and deforestation, increases global temperatures, accelerating evaporation (蒸发) and heightening water shortage — even in regions with moderate rainfall. Unsustainable land use further intensifies aridity. Practices like deforestation and industrial farming degrade soils, removing them from protective vegetation and essential nutrients. In cocoa-producing regions, deforestation upsets local water cycles and wears away the topsoil. Degraded soils hold less water, deepening drought conditions. Cocoa is just one crop at risk. Major agricultural zones are also affected. By 2100, up to 5 billion people may live in dry lands, stretching food systems to their limit and forcing migration. Aridity also threatens ecosystems. Wildlife struggles to adapt, and plant species suited to warm and damp conditions fail to survive. Economic losses are overwhelming — Africa saw a 12% GDP decline from 1990 to 2015 due to rising aridity. Governments face additional burdens from sandstorms, wildfires, and water shortages. While aridity’s effects are severe, they are not entirely changeless. Restoring degraded lands, improving soil health, and adopting sustainable farming practices can help. Efficient water management, investment in renewable energy, and international cooperation are essential in battling aridity. As chocolate prices hit record highs in early 2025 due to dry conditions in Africa, addressing aridity is a matter of urgency. Beyond saving chocolate, it’s about preserving the planet’s ability to sustain life. 28．What’s the main reason for the rising price of chocolate? A．The decline of cocoa production. B．The high cost of basic ingredients. C．The increasing demand for chocolate. D．The shortage of cocoa tree plantations. 29．What do we know about aridity? A．It is mainly caused by natural factors. B．It only affects cocoa-producing regions. C．It has a wide-ranging impact on various aspects. D．It will disappear if sustainable land use is adopted. 30．Why is Africa’s GDP decline mentioned in paragraph 5? A．To show aridity only causes economic losses in Africa. B．To prove Africa is the most severely affected by aridity. C．To criticize Africa lacks effective measures against aridity. D．To illustrate aridity has a significant influence on economy. 31．Which of the following can fight against aridity? A．Cutting off water supplies. B．Replacing renewable energy. C．Promoting soil conservation. D．Practicing industrial farming. D There has been growing concern about “digital dementia” — the idea that excessive reliance on smartphones and the internet harms cognitive (认知的) abilities. However, recent research suggests that for adults over 50, these technologies may actually have the opposite effect. A comprehensive analysis of nearly 60 studies involving 410,000 older adults found that those who frequently used smartphones, computers, and the internet were less likely to experience cognitive decline compared to those who used them less. Jared Benge and his colleague Michael Scullin at Baylor University in Texas searched the literature for studies involving the use of digital technologies in people over 50. The team focused on daily experience of dealing with digital technologies, and excluded ones focusing on gaming or brain training. This left 57 studies, most of which were done in Europe or North America, but there were papers from all around the world, says Benge. “And the effects seem to be fairly consistent.” Three key mechanisms that explain this effect, says Benge. First, digital activities are more cognitively engaging than passive ones like watching TV. Second, digital technology facilitates social connections, for instance, video calls. Third, digital tools like GPS navigation help older adults maintain independence for longer, ensuring they don’t get lost even if their way-finding abilities decline, for example. The main weakness is that the studies in the analysis relied on people self-reporting how much they used smartphones, computers or the internet. In the future, technologies such as screen-time monitoring could provide objective measures. Benge also points out that the people in these studies didn’t have smartphones or internet access as children. “Does this play out for digital natives? This is a snapshot that’s encouraging, but the story is not done being told.” That said, while the results of the meta-analysis are inconclusive, they suggest that long-term technology use can be beneficial for the brain and cognition, says neuroscientist Dean Burnett. “This clearly challenges the common quick judgment that that ‘technology equals bad’ in terms of brain and mental health.” 32．What is the main finding of the recent research? A．Smartphone use leads to memory loss in seniors. B．Internet browsing prevents all forms of dementia. C．Regular tech use shows cognitive benefits for the elderly. D．Video games are better than social media for brain health. 33．What was the main focus of the studies included in the research? A．Social media habits in teenagers. B．Daily use of digital technologies. C．Digital programs for brain training. D．Digital activities in western countries. 34．How might digital technology help older adults stay independent according to Benge? A．By encouraging more self reporting. B．By giving directions and locations. C．By discouraging social interactions. D．By doing all their daily tasks automatically. 35．What is Dean Burnett’s attitude toward the research findings? A．Dismissive. B．Uncertain. C．Supportive. D．Critical. 第二节 七选五（共 5 小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分 12.5 分） 根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。 We often fall into the trap of assuming rational (理性的) thought is naturally superior to intuitive (直觉的) responses. 36 In truth, we should find agreement between what our heart wants and what our reason says. Rational thinking proves particularly valuable in certain situations. 37 Without it, we might rely too heavily on emotions, leading to poor decisions. Studies confirm that people who think rationally tend to perform better in both academic and professional settings. Moreover, it helps individuals analyze complex problems, allow for better planning and make well-informed choices. 38 People who are more analytic are seen less approachable, which may make them seem distant or unfeeling. As a result, they might struggle to build close relationships or communicate warmth in social situations. Intuitive thinking, though sometimes imperfect, shows impressive effectiveness in many everyday situations. Chess masters instantly recognize strong moves, firefighters make life-saving decisions through instinct, and artists create through sudden inspiration — none of which could be achieved through slow, step-by-step analysis. These examples remind us that intuition is not the opposite of reason. 39 In our modern world of constant information, the ability to use both thinking styles becomes especially valuable. Life is not a problem to be solved by logic alone, nor a feeling to be trusted blindly. 40 In the end, to live well is to think with both the precision of a scientist and the grace of an artist — calculating when needed, but never silencing the inner voice that says, “This just feels right.” A．This, however, is not the whole picture. B．It allows us to weigh evidence objectively. C．It’s experience that becomes quick and automatic. D．Wisest decisions sing when reason and intuition harmonize. E．Surprisingly, logical thinking promotes emotional intelligence. F．However, sometimes intuition can be more effective than reasoning. G．This black-and-white view overlooks the complexity of human thought. 第三部分 语言知识运用 第一节 完形填空（共 15 小题；每小题 1 分，满分 15 分） Last year, my husband and I planned to visit my relatives in Italy. To 41 with them, we had to learn Italian. I 42 with enthusiasm — while my husband had no 43 at all. “Bellissimo (very beautiful)” was the only Italian word he knew. The day arrived: While he snoozed (打瞌睡) on the plane, I nervously practiced my arrival speech over and over with my phrase book. Then we were there. “Bellissimo!” he greeted them enthusiastically. They instantly 44 him, cheering and laughing. He made gestures of gratitude, offering the occasional “Bellissimo!” when smiles and gestures were 45 . Then it was my 46 . I cleared my throat. “Piacere, cari cugini…” I looked around the group expectantly before I went on. 47 , I had prepared for this moment for a year. But my words were met with only 48 smiles. What was wrong? Was it my ever-present phrase book that put them off? Or was it my 49 — to get everything right, not to 50 even a moment of comprehension at our family reunion across the ocean? Whatever the 51 , it was clear that in my eagerness to 52 the language barrier, I had built one of another kind. With the best 53 , I had made them uncomfortable. While they appreciated my year-long effort to learn their 54 they loved Mr. Bellissimo, who understood the people, more. I put away my phrase book. In the following days, I 55 and enjoyed myself. Although I missed a word here and there, I was there with my family — and that was all that really mattered. 41．A．agree B．negotiate C．cope D．communicate 42．A．jumped in B．woke up C．backed up D．stepped aside 43．A．confidence B．interest C．reason D．ability 44．A．respected B．loved C．trusted D．supported 45．A．irrelevant B．insincere C．inadequate D．unclear 46．A．honour B．chance C．turn D．strength 47．A．As a result B．After all C．In time D．On the contrary 48．A．cold B．satisfied C．polite D．apologetic 49．A．politeness B．ability C．tolerance D．eagerness 50．A．avoid B．ignore C．forget D．miss 51．A．motivation B．cause C．consequence D．effect 52．A．break down B．build up C．walk around D．run into 53．A．explanationsB．arrangements C．intentions D．solutions 54．A．book B．gesture C．custom D．language 55．A．relaxed B．admired C．blamed D．questioned 第二节 语法填空 (共 10 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分) 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。 IShowSpeed’s (甲亢哥) recent tour of China has unexpectedly evolved into a masterclass in cultural communication. The 19-year-old streamer has become an 56 (accident) ambassador (使者) for Chinese soft power through his exploration of several big cities in China. So far, Speed’s livestreams from China 57 (capture) global attention. His content has created a rare crossover moment between Western and Chinese social media ecosystems. The tour coincides perfectly with China’s efforts to boost tourism and reshape its global image. Speed’s authentic 58 (react) to street food, high-speed trains, and local culture have attracted millions of viewers. His moments — like challenging locals to ping-pong matches — have generated enormous interest 59 Chinese culture among young global audiences. Chinese officials have 60 (strategic) embraced Speed’s visit, seeing it as 61 opportunity to present a more detailed view of the country. The comment sections of his videos are filled with viewers 62 (express) surprise at China’s modernity and the warmth of its people. There’s also open acknowledgment from the likes of Shaun Rein, 63 has written numerous books that promotes China’s culture on a global scale. “Speed has done more to help China’s soft power in one day 64 I have in my 30-year career.” Rein exclaimed. IShowSpeed’s China adventures demonstrate how individual content creators can bridge cultural divides in ways traditional diplomacy often fails 65 (achieve). 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分 40 分） 第一节（满分 15 分） 今年8月,苏州将举办2025年国际茶文化节(the International Tea Culture Festival 2023), 现正在招募英语口译志愿者。假如你是李华,请你用英文写一封申请信。内容包括:1. 表达申请意愿; 2. 说明能胜任的理由; 3. 希望申请成功 参考词汇:interpreter (口译者) 注意:1.词数100左右;2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯;3. 开头与结尾已为你写好,但不计入总词数。 Dear sir or madam, ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, LiHua 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。 When he was around 5-6 years old, my brother Ted, who is four years younger than me, suddenly found his legs unable to move one night. What followed was one of the hardest times of my parents’ life. Months passed with them meeting various doctors, visiting different hospitals, and knocking at the doorstep of every possible chance—all the time with Ted in their arms, since he wasn’t able to walk on his own anymore. There were doubts of permanent paralysis(瘫痪)—the very mention of which was enough to break us down. From finding it extremely painful to walk, to not being able to get up on his own, and to not being able to stand at all, Ted’s problem was worsening day by day. Most surprisingly, all this while, he was as strong as, perhaps, only children can be in such difficult times. During this period, it was not unusual for my mother to have sudden breakdowns. Once, she burst into tears while watching Ted playing joyfully. He wiped off her tears, and said, “Don’t cry, mummy. See, I can stand and even run on my own!” Saying this, he tried to get up, stood on shaking legs for just about a few microseconds and fell down, only to be safely caught in the arms of my mum, who hugged him dearly and cried some more. This was the most heart-breaking thing that I had ever experienced. But it was also a powerful one for the simple fact that it was my little brother who taught us what life was all about—HOPE. Witnessing my brother’s strong will and positive attitude inspired me as well. As a brother, I could not stand by doing nothing at all. Hope was burning in my heart when I had the idea to train my brother to walk again. I firmly believe Ted could stand up and walk as he used to. Whenever school was over, I would put Ted into a pushchair and tell my mum that we’d just go to the park. 注意:续写词数应为150左右。 In the park, I would put Ted one metre away from me, encouraging him to walk. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ We agreed to keep this a secret from our parents until mum’s birthday. ________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页，共2页 第1页，共2页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $