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恩施州2026届高三第一次质量监测暨9月起点考试
英 语
本试卷满分150分,考试用时120分钟。
注意事项:
1.答题前,先将自己的姓名、准考证号、考场号、座位号填写在试卷和答题卡上,并认真核准准考证号条形码上的以上信息,将条形码粘贴在答题卡上的指定位置。
2.请按题号顺序在答题卡上各题目的答题区域内作答,写在试卷、草稿纸和答题卡上的非答题区域均无效。
3.选择题用2B铅笔在答题卡上把所选答案的标号涂黑;非选择题用黑色签字笔在答题卡上作答;字体工整,笔迹清楚。
4.考试结束后,请将试卷和答题卡一并上交。
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。
例:How much is the shirt?
A.£ 19.15. B.£ 9.18. C.£ 9.15.
答案是C。
1. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
What causes the problem according to the woman?
A. The laptop. B. The email account. C. The Internet connection.
2. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
How will the man’s sister help the woman?
A. Buy her a dress. B. Reshape her dress. C. Make her a new dress.
3. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
What are the speakers talking about?
A. A meeting. B. A colleague. C. A lunch break.
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What is the result of the match?
A. 3:3. B. 3:2. C. 2:0.
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What is the woman probably doing?
A. Taking exercise. B. Hanging a curtain. C. Working on a project.
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. Where does the conversation take place?
A. In a bakery. B. In a fruit shop. C. In a restaurant.
7. What is free?
A. A strawberry pie. B. A delivery service. C. A custom message.
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. When did Nina begin taking evening classes?
A. One year ago. B. Two years ago. C. Three years ago.
9. What does Nina particularly enjoy doing in fashion design?
A. Making plastic gloves.
B. Designing special styles.
C. Trying different materials.
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】
10. Where do Peter’s grandparents live?
A. In Britain. B. In France. C. In China.
11. What is the relationship between Angie and Peter?
A. Mother and son. B. Sister and brother. C. Wife and husband.
12. What will the speakers do first?
A. Attend a meeting. B. Go to the beach. C. Explore a market.
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】
13. What was Mark’s opinion on being a potter at a younger age?
A. Challenging. B. Pleasing. C. Confusing.
14. Why did Mark decide to do pottery?
A. To follow the family tradition.
B. To support his company’s operations.
C. To try something different and artistic.
15. What was Mark’s problem when going back to school?
A. Lacking enthusiasm.
B. Handling physical challenges.
C. Fitting in with young students.
16. What kind of pots will Mark be working on?
A. Large ones. B. Brightly colored ones. C. Complicated ones.
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】
17. Why did the speaker start his writing blog in 2014?
A. To share his parenting tips.
B. To document his writing journey.
C. To promote his wife’s new career.
18. What motivated the speaker to join the reading community?
A. Support from readers.
B. A desire to sell his novels.
C. Pressure from writing communities.
19. How does the speaker write book reviews on his blog?
A. By answering some questions.
B. By comparing different books.
C. By offering honest book reviews.
20. What effect has book blogging had on the speaker?
A. It helps him write more books.
B. It allows him to meet more readers.
C. It betters his understanding of literature.
第二部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
An Exciting Editorial Journey with ASIAN Geographic Magazine in 2025!
ASIA FUTURE TECH & TRAVEL
Asian Geographic
No168 Issue 1/2025
Asia will lead the future of tech, driven by rapid innovation and government investment in emerging fields like artificial intelligence. With Asia’s growing tech talent and thriving startup ecosystems, the region is becoming a global center for innovation. This issue explores all the latest tech emerging from the region as well as challenges such as data privacy.
ASIA WELLNESS & TRAVEL
Asian Geographic Passport
No.169 Issue 2/2025
Besides the typical vacation to explore and discover new places and cultures, there is a growing demand for individualized wellness retreats(疗养)that meet individual needs and preferences. Especially in Asia, hotels and resorts are responding to this demand by offering specialized wellness programs. This issue will cover it all, explaining the various methodologies and philosophies behind what restores a worsening body and mind.
ASIA FOOD & TRAVEL
Asian Geographic
No.170 Issue 3/2025
Because today’s travelers are searching for a cultural experience, which is inseparably tied to food, this sector of the travel industry is steadily gaining popularity. Naturally, Asia is an easy choice. Travelers seek out the best local food to post on social media, and share the stories behind what they are eating.
ASIA ISLAND TRAVEL & TOURISM
Asian Geographic Passport
No.171 Issue 4/2025
The idea of baking on white-sand beaches, and strolling amongst palm trees swaying in a warm breeze is the typical image of a perfect, tropical island getaway for many people. This issue will examine both sides of the coin-how people make their choices on the type of island vacation, and their inevitable impact on the local communities and economies.
21. Which one should you choose if you are into technology?
A. Asian Geographic No. 170 Issue 3/2025.
B. Asian Geographic No. 168 Issue 1/2025.
C. Asian Geographic Passport No.169 Issue 2/2025.
D Asian Geographic Passport No. 171 Issue 4/2025.
22. What do Asian hotels offer to meet the wellness travel demand?
A. Delicate local food. B. Typical vacation packages.
C. Personalized wellness programs. D. Standardized fitness classes.
23. Where is the article probably from?
A. A science book. B. A travel brochure.
C. An instruction book. D. A geographic magazine.
B
After one year in my wheelchair with Multiple Sclerosis (硬化),I longed for a change-something similar to the way I’d lived life before MS, with a seize-the-moment energy. I’d gone through suffering since my diagnosis. In the beginning, it was hard enough to feel okay about remaining seated in the church bench while the rest of the crowd stood up to sing a hymn (赞美诗). The wheelchair was a game changer in regaining some of my independence. I wanted to take some of that back.
Not long after my prayer, a huge advertisement caught my attention: Tandem Skydiving. “That’s it!” My husband warned, my kids sighed, but I had my answer. I contacted the company and set everything up.
Blue skies and white puffy clouds awaited on the day of my appointment. My family, parents and in-laws gathered down at the drop zone to witness the big event. I stayed up the hill, where I was helped into an orange jumpsuit before sitting down with my tandem partner. I listened carefully as he went over expected and unexpected situations, including what to do if the parachute (降落伞) didn’t open. Without a flash of fear, I got on the airplane with the other jumpers who’d signed up, their tandem partners and several skydivers whose job was to document the jumps. Cameras were attached to their helmets.
When it was my turn, I was positioned on my partner’s lap with our feet hanging out the door. Thank you, God, for this opportunity to seize the moment. My partner counted backward from five. When he got to “one”, we jumped!
Falling and then floating through the air was even more freeing than I had imagined. What a party it was! My husband, kids, parents and in-laws were as excited as if they’d jumped themselves.
The family hovered over me when the pictures arrived at home in the mail. We gazed at them, and I relived the adventure as I explained what was happening in each photo. I’d taken back my life with God as my parachute, and that might be the best change MS has offered me so far.
24. What does the underlined “that” refer to in paragraph 1?
A. The convenience of using a wheelchair.
B. The bright way of life she had before MS.
C. The sufferings from being diagnosed with MS.
D. The right to sit while singing hymns in church.
25. What did the tandem partner do before the jump?
A. He settled down to witness the risky activity.
B. He explained potential dangers when skydiving.
C. He took photos of the author to record the moment.
D. He helped the author practice jumping on the ground.
26. Which words can best describe the author?
A. Intelligent and optimistic. B. Adventurous and caring.
C. Courageous and determined. D. Cautious and thoughtful.
27. What lesson can we learn from the author’s experience?
A. Always prepare for a rainy day.
B. Opportunity seldom knocks twice.
C. To live in the present is a miracle.
D. A good beginning makes a good ending.
C
How do you tell if something is real or imaginary? We have now discovered a brain pathway that seems to help you decide, which could improve treatments for hallucinations (幻觉) caused by conditions like Parkinson’s disease.
We already knew that the parts of the brain that activate when we imagine something visual are similar to those involved in seeing actual visual objects, but it is unclear how we distinguish between the two.
To find out, Nadine Dijkstra and her colleagues asked 26 people to carry out a visual task while their brain activity was recorded via MRI scans. The participants had to view a still grey block on a screen for 2 seconds, in a process repeated more than 100 times. They were also instructed to imagine seeing diagonal lines (对角线) on each block, though half of the blocks really did have diagonal lines. After viewing each block, the participants were asked to rate how vividly they saw the lines on a scale of 1 to 4 and say whether they thought the lines were real or imaginary.
By analyzing the brain recordings, the researchers found that an area called the fusiform gyrus was more active when people saw lines more vividly. Crucially, when the activity in the fusiform gyrus rose above a certain level, this led to a jump in activity in an area called the anterior insula, leading people to judge something as real.
While it is unlikely that these brain regions are the only ones involved in deciding what is real versus imaginary, further exploration of this pathway could deepen our understanding of how to treat visual hallucinations caused by conditions like Parkinson’s disease.
28. Why did Dijkstra’s team conduct the study?
A. To advance MRI scanning technology.
B. To map different functions of the brain.
C To know how brains tell real from imaginary.
D. To explore an immediate cure for hallucinations.
29. What were participants required to do in the experiment?
A. Decide if the lines really existed.
B. Count the blocks with diagonal lines.
C. Identify the color of blocks in 2 seconds.
D. View blocks with real diagonal lines only.
30. What role does the fusiform gyrus play according to the findings?
A. It makes diagonal lines real.
B. It produces imaginary diagonal lines.
C. It lessens the anterior insula’s activity.
D. It reflects vividness of visual experiences.
31. What is the last paragraph mainly about?
A. Practical treatments for Parkinson.
B. Medical significance of the findings.
C. Eager anticipation for other studies.
D. Further analysis of the experiment.
D
People have made huge changes to South Florida’s landscape over the last 100 years.Those changes made life easier for farmers and helped people build cities and towns, as well as roads connecting them. That was progress for people.
But the changes influenced how water flows through the Everglades. As a result, the vast wetlands that once covered about 4,000 square miles of South Florida have been greatly reduced. Habitats in the Everglades changed, which put stresses on the plants and animals there, thus changing the whole ecosystem. What’s worse, climate changes-more severe weather and rising sea levels add to the problems.
The Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP) aims to fix some of the problems about water flow through South Florida. The plan will allow for longer periods during which fresh water can slowly flow over the landscape. It will also create shorter periods when the wetlands dry, which is win-win foreveryone. The plants and animals have a better chance of survival.
But the plan won’t put everything back the way it was. “We’re never going to turn back the clock 100 years. That is definitely impossible because many people living in South Florida have changed the landscape. But what we’re looking to do is restore natural patterns of water flow over the Everglades and preserve the ecosystem,” Yvette Cano at Everglades National Park said.
All of the individual projects are important. It takes time to realize these types of large-scale efforts. It is not something that’s going to happen overnight. Butall of the components will work together to result in a healthier ecosystemn and show the next generation the value of restoring and sustaining the Everglades.
32. What was a result of the changes made in South Florida?
A. The wetlands were decreased. B. Climate changes were worsened.
C. Farmers lived a tougher life. D. Wildlife disappeared totally.
33. How will the restoration plan help solve the problems?
A. Expand wetland areas in South Florida.
B. Put everything back to the original state.
C. Increase the speed of landscape changes.
D. Lengthen the time of water flowing there.
34. What can be inferred from the last paragraph?
A. The final success still takes time.
B. All components will function separately.
C. The chance of saving Everglades is slim.
D. Dramatic changes will soon be witnessed.
35. Which can be a suitable title for the text?
A. CERP:Saving the People. B. CERP:Engineering the Future.
C. Everglades: Refusing the Changes. D. Everglades: Making the History.
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。
When you go to the doctor, you’re probably the one answering most of the questions. ____36____ Here are the questions you should ask your doctor to help you get well.
What screenings (筛查) should I get?
Exactly which health screenings you need, and when, depends on factors like age, sex, and your personal and family medical history. At your annual physical, ask your doctor what you should prioritize in the coming year, suggests Dr. Jessica Edwards. Screening yearly for mental-health disorders like depression is important too. ____37____
What vitamins and supplements might be helpful?
Some vitamins and supplements are a waste of money or harmful. But there are the ones that could actually benefit your health. ____38____ Talking through your lab reports and specific concerns can help your doctor determine what might be appropriate.
What kind of financial support is available?
___39___ If something isn’t covered in it, your doctor might be able to suggest some other choices. “There’s a lot of financial support available, both from some companies and voluntary groups.” Arin says.
____40____
Whether you’re at the doctor because you broke a bone, or are recovering from injuries, ask when you should start to feel better and what kind of warnings could signal the need for more care. Your doctor can tell you exactly when you should call her office or go to the emergency department.
A What are my treatment options?
B. However, make sure you’re asking plenty of your own.
C. Additionally, ask clearly what the probable payments are.
D. So if your doctor doesn’t bring it up, start the conversation.
E. What should I do if my symptoms worsen or don’t improve?
F. Always ask how your insurance will affect treatment expenses.
G. To know which is beneficial, ask your doctor, Edwards advises.
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四个选项中选出最佳选项。
“Happiness is a butterfly, which is always just beyond your grasp when pursued, but may land upon you if you sit quietly.” I reread the quote in my car, hoping it would give me confidence. However, it wasn’t working. I still felt ____41____.
____42____ far from still and quiet, I picked up the envelope on the passenger seat. Inside was my letter of ____43____ as library director. All I had to do was ____44____ the letter at the office. Last night it had felt like the right thing to do, but now, in the parking lot, I had ____45____. I had no future plans, no idea what I would do next.
When I first started working at the library, I ____46____ it. Back then I was a passionate assistant. Then I got ____47____. My new position gave me many more responsibilities, which I wasn’t ____48____ trained for. I did the best I could, but it wasn’t enough. The expectations were ____49____, the stress too much. Normally I would have gone to my dad for ____50____. But he’d just recently died. I had to make this decision ____51____.
I looked at the ____52____ holding my resignation letter. My hand was shaking. Lord, I need a butterfly. Glancing around the parking lot, I didn’t ____53____ a butterfly. “This time you’re the one who has to spread your wings and fly.” I told myself.
On the wall of the library was a big button to open the door. I reached out my hand and stood still and quiet. Someone had ____54____ the button earlier than me. A real butterfly! Its wings spread wide as if to make sure I didn’t ____55____ its message. Whatever awaited me in my new life, butterflies would be at my side.
41. A. uncomfortable B. unfair C. unhealthy D. unsure
42. A. Confident B. Anxious C. Calm D. Angry
43. A. resignation B. application C. congratulation D. recommendation
44. A. pick up B. respond to C. drop off D. tear up
45. A. targets B. doubts C. options D. objections
46. A. hated B. dismissed C. won D. loved
47. A. rejected B. promoted C. questioned D. recruited
48. A. adequately B. sincerely C. willingly D. secretly
49. A. unrealistic B. understated C. practical D. traditional
50. A. permission B. guidance C. relaxation D. acceptance
51. A. for his sake B. by his efforts C. in my absence D. on my own
52. A. mailbox B. address C. letter D. envelope
53. A. free B. chase C. spot D. picture
54. A. hit B. fixed C. set D. tested
55. A. follow B. access C. miss D. delete
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。
The CNS Shandong (山东舰) arrived in Hong Kong on Thursday for a five-day visit. People there praised the first domestically___56___(build) aircraft carrier. They referred to their tour aboard___57___an eye-opening experience that lifted their sense of national pride.
A total of 10,000 free tickets___58___(distribute) during the weekend, with 2,000 visitors allowed aboard the Shandong. The boats opened for public tours, making Hong Kong the first city in the country___59___(welcome) two national aircraft carriers since the CNS Liaoning visited in 2017.
“This is___60___(true) remarkable,” said Kong Kin-chung, a 70-year-old retired Hong Kong police officer, his voice___61___(tremble) after seeing the carrier. He described the Shandong as a “powerful symbol” of China’s growing___62___(strong).
Another visitor was Tom Pang Lok-sang, a music teacher from Macao,___63___boarded the ships with hisfamily. “I’m really impressed by our___64___(country) military advancements,” he said. He added that interactions with PLA personnel (解放军) changed his opinions. “On television, they appear so serious, but in reality, they’ve shown us nothing ____65____kindness.” Pang said that seeing the advanced capabilities firsthand reassured people that China can defend itself and maintain peace.
第四部分 写作(共两节;满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
66. 假定你是校学生会主席李华,你校外教Chris执教期间在社交媒体上大力推广中国传统文化,请你写一封感谢信,内容包括:
1. 表示感谢;
2. 你的理由。
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 Chris,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours sincerely,
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。
I was 31 and finally lived by myself. My own schedule. My own rules. My own life. No mom cooking breakfast down the hall. No dad powering up the leaf blower outside the window. No nieces and nephews running across the floors. Just me, myself and my dream to become a writer. My parents didn’t understand, so I left without sharing even a word with them.
It had taken me a long time to get here. In July 1997, at age 13, I’d been diagnosed with severe leukemia (白血病). My parents and other family members supported me through cruel treatments,through my high school and the University of Michigan. After college,I contented myself with staying with them at home.
It wasn’t so bad. Mom and Dad had redesigned the kitchen and bathroom to make cooking and showering as easy as possible for me, since the disease had robbed me of my balance. They also added on a beautiful desk, where I could sit, read and recharge. But what kind of real writer still lived with her parents at my age? I communicated with them about my plan to move out. However, they sang a different tune.
I moved out after a violent quarrel. A few happy days went by. However, running the dishwasher and doing laundry proved challenging, and the living room needed cleaning after just one week. My exhaustion problems made it difficult to keep up. On day 17, I pulled out the machine to clean the messy room but quickly lost my balance.I tried to steady myself, but physically, I couldn’t do it. Lying on the floor without a trace of balance, I came to a sudden realization that I had made an extremely immature (不成熟的) decision.
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。
It was time that I should call my mom.
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I couldn’t believe they forgave me so quickly.
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恩施州2026届高三第一次质量监测暨9月起点考试
英 语
本试卷满分150分,考试用时120分钟。
注意事项:
1.答题前,先将自己的姓名、准考证号、考场号、座位号填写在试卷和答题卡上,并认真核准准考证号条形码上的以上信息,将条形码粘贴在答题卡上的指定位置。
2.请按题号顺序在答题卡上各题目的答题区域内作答,写在试卷、草稿纸和答题卡上的非答题区域均无效。
3.选择题用2B铅笔在答题卡上把所选答案的标号涂黑;非选择题用黑色签字笔在答题卡上作答;字体工整,笔迹清楚。
4.考试结束后,请将试卷和答题卡一并上交。
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。
例:How much is the shirt?
A.£ 19.15. B.£ 9.18. C.£ 9.15.
答案是C。
1. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
What causes the problem according to the woman?
A. The laptop. B. The email account. C. The Internet connection.
【答案】C
【解析】
【原文】W: Is there something wrong with your laptop?
M: Every time I try to log on to read my email, it loses the connection.
W: It could be that the wireless connection is unreliable here.
2. 【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
How will the man’s sister help the woman?
A. Buy her a dress. B. Reshape her dress. C. Make her a new dress.
【答案】B
【解析】
【原文】W: I have lost six pounds this month. My best dress is now too big for me.
M: Well, my sister likes dressmaking. I’m sure she wouldn’t mind taking it in so that it’ll fit you again. I’ll ask her.
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What are the speakers talking about?
A. A meeting. B. A colleague. C. A lunch break.
【答案】A
【解析】
【原文】M: Did Tom say that the meeting would start as usual?
W: He pushed it back so people could grab something to eat first.
M: Great. That way we can get started without rushing.
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What is the result of the match?
A. 3:3. B. 3:2. C. 2:0.
【答案】A
【解析】
【原文】W: Did you go to watch the Barcelona-Real Madrid match yesterday?
M: Of course, what a game! Barcelona led 2-0 in the first half, but Real Madrid caught up. Three goals each in the end, so they got the same points.
W: Wow! So exciting!
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What is the woman probably doing?
A. Taking exercise. B. Hanging a curtain. C. Working on a project.
【答案】B
【解析】
【原文】M: Why don’t you ask Gordon to hang the curtain for you?
W: He’s always busy, whether it’s his project or working out. It’s easier if I do it myself.
M: Watch out!
W: Thank you. You saved my life.
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. Where does the conversation take place?
A. In a bakery. B. In a fruit shop. C. In a restaurant.
7. What is free?
A. A strawberry pie. B. A delivery service. C. A custom message.
【答案】6. A 7. C
【解析】
【原文】W: Hi. My family is having a holiday party today, and I’d like a fruit cake.
M: We have a menu with some different options.
W: Let’s see. This one fits my budget. So I’ll take this one with the strawberries on top.
M: Great, I’ll package that up for you right away. Would you like me to write a custom message on it? There’s no extra charge.
W: No, thank you. Just package it as is.
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. When did Nina begin taking evening classes?
A. One year ago. B. Two years ago. C. Three years ago.
9. What does Nina particularly enjoy doing in fashion design?
A. Making plastic gloves.
B. Designing special styles.
C. Trying different materials.
【答案】8. B 9. C
【解析】
【原文】M: Nina! Long time no see! Still working at that advertising agency?
W: Yeah! I’ve been their fashion photographer for three years now. And guess what? Two years ago, I decided to pursue my passion for fashion design and started taking evening classes.
M: Wow! Studying design while working full-time? That’s impressive! Are you enjoying it?
W: Yeah, I think it’s great. I particularly like working with different materials like wool and leather. And I’ve just made a beautiful scarf and it’s made out of plastic. It looks very strange but I think it’s pretty amazing!
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】
10. Where do Peter’s grandparents live?
A. In Britain. B. In France. C. In China.
11. What is the relationship between Angie and Peter?
A. Mother and son. B. Sister and brother. C. Wife and husband.
12. What will the speakers do first?
A. Attend a meeting. B. Go to the beach. C. Explore a market.
【答案】10. A 11. B 12. B
【解析】
【原文】W: We’d better start planning our holiday with your grandparents. They’re waiting for us to confirm our flight from Paris to London.
M: Mom, will Grandpa and Grandma pick us up at London Gatwick Airport?
W: Of course, Peter, they can’t wait to take us around. Grandpa wants a walk along the beach with us. He even bought sandcastle-making tools for his grandchildren.
M: Wow! Angie will be excited to hear this when she gets home from school. That means we’re not going to Chinatown first, right?
W: That was the original plan, but his friend’s restaurant in Chinatown is hosting a wedding party that day. Grandma has an alternative place — the Geylang Night Market. We’ll be hungry after the beach outing, so it will be our next stop.
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】
13. What was Mark’s opinion on being a potter at a younger age?
A. Challenging. B. Pleasing. C. Confusing.
14. Why did Mark decide to do pottery?
A. To follow the family tradition.
B. To support his company’s operations.
C. To try something different and artistic.
15. What was Mark’s problem when going back to school?
A. Lacking enthusiasm.
B. Handling physical challenges.
C. Fitting in with young students.
16. What kind of pots will Mark be working on?
A. Large ones. B. Brightly colored ones. C. Complicated ones.
【答案】13. A 14. C 15. B 16. A
【解析】
【原文】W: My guest today is the potter Mark Phillips, whose first exhibition opens in the Karlah Gallery on Friday. I understand you’ve only been a potter for four years.
M: Yes, this is something fairly new for me. Actually, pottery runs in the family. My mother is a potter, and when I was younger, I used to watch her in her studio. I just remember thinking what a big challenge for me to reach that standard.
W: So what made you take up pottery?
M: I was 40 years old with my own computer company when I left school, and I was feeling a bit tired of the same routine. So I decided to dig out the artistic side of me to make a change.
W: So you became a student again?
M: I did. My brain was still working, but it was my body that was being exercised. That was a challenge for me after sitting at a computer for years. Other young students might be surprised to see this older man full of enthusiasm.
W: What will you be doing after this exhibition?
M: I’m eager to make more pots. Big pots are what I want to make. Also, the gallery tells me pots in bright colors are welcomed. But that’s more my mother’s thing because it’s complicated.
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】
17. Why did the speaker start his writing blog in 2014?
A. To share his parenting tips.
B. To document his writing journey.
C. To promote his wife’s new career.
18. What motivated the speaker to join the reading community?
A. Support from readers.
B. A desire to sell his novels.
C. Pressure from writing communities.
19. How does the speaker write book reviews on his blog?
A. By answering some questions.
B. By comparing different books.
C. By offering honest book reviews.
20. What effect has book blogging had on the speaker?
A. It helps him write more books.
B. It allows him to meet more readers.
C. It betters his understanding of literature.
【答案】17. B 18. A 19. C 20. C
【解析】
原文】M: Well, now let me tell you how I came to be a book blogger. To support my wife’s career, in 2014 I decided to leave my job and become a stay-at-home dad. That same year, I started my writing blog to record my journey into fiction writing. And luckily, there was a lovely community where a group of people read and talked about my first novel, which inspired my being part of it. In early 2020, I joined Anne Cater’s book connectors group. On my blog, I focus on two types of posts: in-depth reflections on the nature of writing and honest book reviews. I try to be positive but will also point out some concerns or questions about the book — no matter who the writer is — because I feel the review is more useful this way. If I really don’t like the book, I won’t publish a review. Ever since I started book blogging, I’ve been reading much more. Also, book blogging has helped deepen my appreciation of literature, doubling the joy of reading while sharpening my writing skills.
第二部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
An Exciting Editorial Journey with ASIAN Geographic Magazine in 2025!
ASIA FUTURE TECH & TRAVEL
Asian Geographic
No.168 Issue 1/2025
Asia will lead the future of tech, driven by rapid innovation and government investment in emerging fields like artificial intelligence. With Asia’s growing tech talent and thriving startup ecosystems, the region is becoming a global center for innovation. This issue explores all the latest tech emerging from the region as well as challenges such as data privacy.
ASIA WELLNESS & TRAVEL
Asian Geographic Passport
No.169 Issue 2/2025
Besides the typical vacation to explore and discover new places and cultures, there is a growing demand for individualized wellness retreats(疗养)that meet individual needs and preferences. Especially in Asia, hotels and resorts are responding to this demand by offering specialized wellness programs. This issue will cover it all, explaining the various methodologies and philosophies behind what restores a worsening body and mind.
ASIA FOOD & TRAVEL
Asian Geographic
No.170 Issue 3/2025
Because today’s travelers are searching for a cultural experience, which is inseparably tied to food, this sector of the travel industry is steadily gaining popularity. Naturally, Asia is an easy choice. Travelers seek out the best local food to post on social media, and share the stories behind what they are eating.
ASIA ISLAND TRAVEL & TOURISM
Asian Geographic Passport
No.171 Issue 4/2025
The idea of baking on white-sand beaches, and strolling amongst palm trees swaying in a warm breeze is the typical image of a perfect, tropical island getaway for many people. This issue will examine both sides of the coin-how people make their choices on the type of island vacation, and their inevitable impact on the local communities and economies.
21. Which one should you choose if you are into technology?
A. Asian Geographic No. 170 Issue 3/2025.
B. Asian Geographic No. 168 Issue 1/2025.
C. Asian Geographic Passport No.169 Issue 2/2025.
D. Asian Geographic Passport No. 171 Issue 4/2025.
22. What do Asian hotels offer to meet the wellness travel demand?
A. Delicate local food. B. Typical vacation packages.
C. Personalized wellness programs. D. Standardized fitness classes.
23. Where is the article probably from?
A. A science book. B. A travel brochure.
C. An instruction book. D. A geographic magazine.
【答案】21. B 22. C 23. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。主要介绍2025年《亚洲地理》杂志四期不同主题的内容规划。
【21题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段“ASIA FUTURE TECH & TRAVEL”部分中的“Asian Geographic No.168 Issue 1/2025”及“This issue explores all the latest tech emerging from the region as well as challenges such as data privacy. (本期杂志探讨了该地区涌现的所有最新科技以及数据隐私等挑战。)”可知,若对科技感兴趣,应选择《亚洲地理》2025年第1期(第168期)。故选B项。
【22题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“ASIA WELLNESS & TRAVEL”部分中的“Especially in Asia, hotels and resorts are responding to this demand by offering specialized wellness programs. (尤其在亚洲,酒店和度假村通过提供专门的健康项目来满足这一需求。)”可知,亚洲酒店为满足健康旅行需求,提供了个性化的健康项目。故选C项。
【23题详解】
推理判断题。通读全文,文章围绕《亚洲地理》(Asian Geographic)杂志2025年四期内容展开,详细介绍了各期的杂志名称、期号、主题及核心内容,因此文章很可能来自一本地理杂志。故选D项。
B
After one year in my wheelchair with Multiple Sclerosis (硬化),I longed for a change-something similar to the way I’d lived life before MS, with a seize-the-moment energy. I’d gone through suffering since my diagnosis. In the beginning, it was hard enough to feel okay about remaining seated in the church bench while the rest of the crowd stood up to sing a hymn (赞美诗). The wheelchair was a game changer in regaining some of my independence. I wanted to take some of that back.
Not long after my prayer, a huge advertisement caught my attention: Tandem Skydiving. “That’s it!” My husband warned, my kids sighed, but I had my answer. I contacted the company and set everything up.
Blue skies and white puffy clouds awaited on the day of my appointment. My family, parents and in-laws gathered down at the drop zone to witness the big event. I stayed up the hill, where I was helped into an orange jumpsuit before sitting down with my tandem partner. I listened carefully as he went over expected and unexpected situations, including what to do if the parachute (降落伞) didn’t open. Without a flash of fear, I got on the airplane with the other jumpers who’d signed up, their tandem partners and several skydivers whose job was to document the jumps. Cameras were attached to their helmets.
When it was my turn, I was positioned on my partner’s lap with our feet hanging out the door. Thank you, God, for this opportunity to seize the moment. My partner counted backward from five. When he got to “one”, we jumped!
Falling and then floating through the air was even more freeing than I had imagined. What a party it was! My husband, kids, parents and in-laws were as excited as if they’d jumped themselves.
The family hovered over me when the pictures arrived at home in the mail. We gazed at them, and I relived the adventure as I explained what was happening in each photo. I’d taken back my life with God as my parachute, and that might be the best change MS has offered me so far.
24. What does the underlined “that” refer to in paragraph 1?
A. The convenience of using a wheelchair.
B. The bright way of life she had before MS.
C. The sufferings from being diagnosed with MS.
D. The right to sit while singing hymns in church.
25. What did the tandem partner do before the jump?
A. He settled down to witness the risky activity.
B. He explained potential dangers when skydiving.
C. He took photos of the author to record the moment.
D. He helped the author practice jumping on the ground.
26. Which words can best describe the author?
A. Intelligent and optimistic. B. Adventurous and caring.
C. Courageous and determined. D. Cautious and thoughtful.
27. What lesson can we learn from the author’s experience?
A. Always prepare for a rainy day.
B. Opportunity seldom knocks twice.
C. To live in the present is a miracle.
D. A good beginning makes a good ending.
【答案】24. B 25. B 26. C 27. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者患有多发性硬化症后,通过双人跳伞运动重拾生活勇气和独立的故事。
【24题详解】
词句猜测题。根据第一段中“I longed for a change-something similar to the way I’d lived life before MS, with a seize-the-moment energy. I wanted to take some of that back.(我渴望改变 —— 能像患多发性硬化症前那样,带着一种“活在当下、及时行乐”的劲头去生活。我想找回一些那样的感觉)”可知,作者渴望改变,想要找回患多发性硬化症之前的生活方式,所以that指代的是患多发性硬化症之前明亮的生活方式。故选B。
【25题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段中“I listened carefully as he went over expected and unexpected situations, including what to do if the parachute (降落伞) didn’t open.(我仔细听他讲述可能发生和不可能发生的情况,包括如果降落伞打不开该怎么办)”可知,跳伞前双人跳伞搭档向作者解释了跳伞时可能存在的潜在危险。故选B。
【26题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段中“My husband warned, my kids sighed, but I had my answer. I contacted the company and set everything up.(我丈夫警告我,孩子们叹了口气,但我已经有了答案。我联系了公司,安排好了一切)”以及后文作者去跳伞的描述可知,作者不顾丈夫的警告和孩子们的叹息毅然决定去跳伞,这说明作者是一个勇敢且有决心的人。故选C。
【27题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段中“I longed for a change-something similar to the way I’d lived life before MS, with a seize-the-moment energy.(我渴望改变 —— 能像患多发性硬化症前那样,带着一种“活在当下、及时行乐”劲头去生活。我想找回一些那样的感觉)”以及最后一段中“I’d taken back my life with God as my parachute, and that might be the best change MS has offered me so far.(我重新夺回了自己的生活,把上帝当作我的降落伞。这也许是迄今为止,多发性硬化症给我的最好改变)”可知,作者通过跳伞运动,找回了患多发性硬化症之前的生活方式,即抓住当下的能量,这说明作者从这次经历中学到了活在当下是一件很美好的事情。故选C。
C
How do you tell if something is real or imaginary? We have now discovered a brain pathway that seems to help you decide, which could improve treatments for hallucinations (幻觉) caused by conditions like Parkinson’s disease.
We already knew that the parts of the brain that activate when we imagine something visual are similar to those involved in seeing actual visual objects, but it is unclear how we distinguish between the two.
To find out, Nadine Dijkstra and her colleagues asked 26 people to carry out a visual task while their brain activity was recorded via MRI scans. The participants had to view a still grey block on a screen for 2 seconds, in a process repeated more than 100 times. They were also instructed to imagine seeing diagonal lines (对角线) on each block, though half of the blocks really did have diagonal lines. After viewing each block, the participants were asked to rate how vividly they saw the lines on a scale of 1 to 4 and say whether they thought the lines were real or imaginary.
By analyzing the brain recordings, the researchers found that an area called the fusiform gyrus was more active when people saw lines more vividly. Crucially, when the activity in the fusiform gyrus rose above a certain level, this led to a jump in activity in an area called the anterior insula, leading people to judge something as real.
While it is unlikely that these brain regions are the only ones involved in deciding what is real versus imaginary, further exploration of this pathway could deepen our understanding of how to treat visual hallucinations caused by conditions like Parkinson’s disease.
28. Why did Dijkstra’s team conduct the study?
A. To advance MRI scanning technology.
B. To map different functions of the brain.
C. To know how brains tell real from imaginary.
D. To explore an immediate cure for hallucinations.
29. What were participants required to do in the experiment?
A. Decide if the lines really existed.
B. Count the blocks with diagonal lines.
C. Identify the color of blocks in 2 seconds.
D. View blocks with real diagonal lines only.
30. What role does the fusiform gyrus play according to the findings?
A. It makes diagonal lines real.
B. It produces imaginary diagonal lines.
C. It lessens the anterior insula’s activity.
D. It reflects vividness of visual experiences.
31. What is the last paragraph mainly about?
A. Practical treatments for Parkinson.
B. Medical significance of the findings.
C. Eager anticipation for other studies.
D. Further analysis of the experiment.
【答案】28. C 29. A 30. D 31. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文,文章探讨了大脑如何区分真实视觉与想象视觉,并指出了可能改善由帕金森病等引起的幻觉病症的治疗手段。
28题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段“We have now discovered a brain pathway that seems to help you decide,which could improve treatments for hallucinations (幻觉) caused by conditions like Parkinson’s disease. (我们现在发现了一种大脑通路,似乎可以帮助你做出决定,这可能会改善由帕金森病等疾病引起的幻觉的治疗方法。)”可知,Dijkstra的团队进行研究是为了了解大脑如何区分真实与虚幻,以改善帕金森病等引起的幻觉治疗手段。因此,研究是为了了解大脑如何区分真实与虚幻,故选C。
【29题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“After viewing each block, the participants were asked to rate how vividly they saw the lines on a scale of 1 to 4 and say whether they thought the lines were real or imaginary. (在看完每个方块后,参与者被要求对他们看到的线条的生动程度进行1到4的评分,并说出他们认为这些线条是真实的还是想象的。)”可知,在实验中,参与者被要求判断这些线是否真的存在。故选A。
【30题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段“By analyzing the brain recordings, the researchers found that an area called the fusiform gyrus was more active when people saw lines more vividly. (通过分析大脑记录,研究人员发现,当人们看到更生动的线条时,一个叫做梭状回的区域更加活跃。)”可知,看到的对角线越清晰,梭状回越活跃,说明它在衡量视觉体验的生动性方面起作用,故选D。
【31题详解】
主旨大意题。根据最后一段“While it is unlikely that these brain regions are the only ones involved in deciding what is real versus imaginary, further exploration of this pathway could deepen our understanding of how to treat visual hallucinations caused by conditions like Parkinson’s disease. (虽然这些大脑区域不太可能是唯一参与决定真实与想象的区域,但对这一途径的进一步探索可以加深我们对如何治疗由帕金森病等疾病引起的视幻觉的理解。)”可知,最后一段主要讲的是研究结果的医学意义。故选B。
D
People have made huge changes to South Florida’s landscape over the last 100 years.Those changes made life easier for farmers and helped people build cities and towns, as well as roads connecting them. That was progress for people.
But the changes influenced how water flows through the Everglades. As a result, the vast wetlands that once covered about 4,000 square miles of South Florida have been greatly reduced. Habitats in the Everglades changed, which put stresses on the plants and animals there, thus changing the whole ecosystem. What’s worse, climate changes-more severe weather and rising sea levels add to the problems.
The Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP) aims to fix some of the problems about water flow through South Florida. The plan will allow for longer periods during which fresh water can slowly flow over the landscape. It will also create shorter periods when the wetlands dry, which is win-win foreveryone. The plants and animals have a better chance of survival.
But the plan won’t put everything back the way it was. “We’re never going to turn back the clock 100 years. That is definitely impossible because many people living in South Florida have changed the landscape. But what we’re looking to do is restore natural patterns of water flow over the Everglades and preserve the ecosystem,” Yvette Cano at Everglades National Park said.
All of the individual projects are important. It takes time to realize these types of large-scale efforts. It is not something that’s going to happen overnight. Butall of the components will work together to result in a healthier ecosystemn and show the next generation the value of restoring and sustaining the Everglades.
32. What was a result of the changes made in South Florida?
A. The wetlands were decreased. B. Climate changes were worsened.
C. Farmers lived a tougher life. D. Wildlife disappeared totally.
33. How will the restoration plan help solve the problems?
A. Expand wetland areas in South Florida.
B. Put everything back to the original state.
C. Increase the speed of landscape changes.
D. Lengthen the time of water flowing there.
34. What can be inferred from the last paragraph?
A. The final success still takes time.
B. All components will function separately.
C. The chance of saving Everglades is slim.
D. Dramatic changes will soon be witnessed.
35. Which can be a suitable title for the text?
A. CERP:Saving the People. B. CERP:Engineering the Future.
C. Everglades: Refusing the Changes. D. Everglades: Making the History.
【答案】32. A 33. D 34. A 35. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章解读了南佛罗里达景观变化和其对生态系统的影响,及应对方案——综合大沼泽地恢复计划(CERP),及其对未来的积极作用。
【32题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“But the changes influenced how water flows through the Everglades. As a result, the vast wetlands that once covered about 4,000 square miles of South Florida have been greatly reduced.(但是这些变化影响了水在沼泽地的流动方式。因此,曾经覆盖南佛罗里达州约4000平方英里的广阔湿地已经大大减少)”可知,南佛罗里达的景观变化改变了水在大沼泽地的流动方式,导致广阔的湿地面积大幅减少。故选A项。
【33题详解】
细节理解题。根据文中第三段“The plan will allow for longer periods during which fresh water can slowly flow over the landscape.(该方案将延长淡水缓慢流经地表的时间)”可知,此恢复计划将延长水流经那里的时间。故选D项。
【34题详解】
推理判断题。根据文中最后一段“It takes time to realize these types of large-scale efforts. It is not something that’s going to happen overnight.(实现这些类型的大规模努力需要时间。这不是一夜之间就能实现的)”可知,成功实施这些大规模项目需要时间。故选A项。
【35题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第二段“The Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP) aims to fix some of the problems about water flow through South Florida. The plan will allow for longer periods during which fresh water can slowly flow over the landscape. It will also create shorter periods when the wetlands dry, which is win-win foreveryone. The plants and animals have a better chance of survival.(综合沼泽地恢复计划(CERP)旨在解决南佛罗里达水流的一些问题。该计划将允许更长的时间,在此期间,淡水可以慢慢流过景观。它还将缩短湿地干涸的时间,这对大家都是双赢的。植物和动物有更好的生存机会)”及最后一段“It takes time to realize these types of large-scale efforts. It is not something that’s going to happen overnight. Butall of the components will work together to result in a healthier ecosystemn and show the next generation the value of restoring and sustaining the Everglades.(实现这些类型的大规模努力需要时间。这不是一夜之间就能实现的。但所有的组成部分将共同努力,形成一个更健康的生态系统,并向下一代展示恢复和维持大沼泽地的价值)”可知,文章主要介绍了综合大沼泽地恢复计划(CERP)的目的和意义,旨在通过一系列项目恢复大沼泽地的自然水的流动模式,保护生态系统,并为未来提供更好的环境。因此,选项B:CERP: Engineering the Future (CERP:塑造未来)最能概括文章主旨。故选B项。
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。
When you go to the doctor, you’re probably the one answering most of the questions. ____36____ Here are the questions you should ask your doctor to help you get well.
What screenings (筛查) should I get?
Exactly which health screenings you need, and when, depends on factors like age, sex, and your personal and family medical history. At your annual physical, ask your doctor what you should prioritize in the coming year, suggests Dr. Jessica Edwards. Screening yearly for mental-health disorders like depression is important too. ____37____
What vitamins and supplements might be helpful?
Some vitamins and supplements are a waste of money or harmful. But there are the ones that could actually benefit your health. ____38____ Talking through your lab reports and specific concerns can help your doctor determine what might be appropriate.
What kind of financial support is available?
___39___ If something isn’t covered in it, your doctor might be able to suggest some other choices. “There’s a lot of financial support available, both from some companies and voluntary groups.” Arin says.
____40____
Whether you’re at the doctor because you broke a bone, or are recovering from injuries, ask when you should start to feel better and what kind of warnings could signal the need for more care. Your doctor can tell you exactly when you should call her office or go to the emergency department.
A. What are my treatment options?
B. However, make sure you’re asking plenty of your own.
C. Additionally, ask clearly what the probable payments are.
D. So if your doctor doesn’t bring it up, start the conversation.
E. What should I do if my symptoms worsen or don’t improve?
F. Always ask how your insurance will affect treatment expenses.
G. To know which is beneficial, ask your doctor, Edwards advises.
【答案】36. B 37. D 38. G 39. F 40. E
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文,主要就咨询医生的问题提出建议。
【36题详解】
由上文“When you go to the doctor, you’re probably the one answering most of the questions.(当你去看医生时,你可能是回答大部分问题的人。)”可知,去看医生你总是被提问,但是由后文可知你也可以问医生问题,所以这里存在转折关系,B选项“However, make sure you’re asking plenty of your own.(然而,要确保你问了很多你自己的问题。)”说明你也可以问问题,和前面存在转折关系,因此符合语境。故选B。
【37题详解】
上文提到“Screening yearly for mental-health disorders like depression is important too.(每年对抑郁症等精神疾病进行筛查也很重要。)”说明了对抑郁症等精神疾病进行筛查也很重要,如果医生没有提到心理疾病的检查,你应该主动询问医生,D选项“So if your doctor doesn’t bring it up, start the conversation.(所以,如果你的医生没有提起这件事,那就开始和他交谈。)”说明了可以向医生主动提出要进行心理疾病的检查,承接上文,符合语境。故选D。
【38题详解】
通过小标题“What vitamins and supplements might be helpful?(哪些维生素和补充剂可能有帮助?)”和上一句“But there are the ones that could actually benefit your health.(但也有一些对你的健康有益。)”可知,有一些维生素和补充剂是有益的,G选项“To know which is beneficial, ask your doctor, Edwards advises.(爱德华兹建议,要知道哪种是有益的,请咨询你的医生。)”说明可以问一下医生到底哪种维生素或补充剂有益,因此承接上文,符合语境。故选G。
【39题详解】
通过小标题“What kind of financial support is available?(有什么样的财政支持?)”可知,本段主要讨论资金支持,且根据下文中“If something isn’t covered in it, your doctor might be able to suggest some other choices.(如果有些东西没有包括在内,你的医生可能会建议你做其他选择。)”可以推断出it具体指代的内容应该与花费有关,F选项“Always ask how your insurance will affect treatment expenses.(经常询问你的保险将如何影响治疗费用。)”中的保险和花费有关,因此引起下文,符合语境。故选F。
【40题详解】
空格处是本段小标题,由空后的“Whether you’re at the doctor because you broke a bone, or are recovering from injuries, ask when you should start to feel better and what kind of warnings could signal the need for more care. Your doctor can tell you exactly when you should call her office or go to the emergency department.(无论你去看医生是因为你骨折了,还是正在从伤病中恢复,都要问一下你什么时候应该开始感觉好些,什么样的警告可能表明需要更多的护理。你的医生可以准确地告诉你什么时候应该打电话给她的办公室或去急诊室。)”可知,本段主要讲的是要问清楚如果症状恶化或没有改善该怎么办,E选项“What should I do if my symptoms worsen or don’t improve?(如果我的症状恶化或没有改善,我该怎么办?)”说明了要问如果症状恶化或没有改善该怎么办,概括了本段内容,且句式和前几段的小标题一致,因此可作为本段小标题。故选E。
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四个选项中选出最佳选项。
“Happiness is a butterfly, which is always just beyond your grasp when pursued, but may land upon you if you sit quietly.” I reread the quote in my car, hoping it would give me confidence. However, it wasn’t working. I still felt ____41____.
____42____, far from still and quiet, I picked up the envelope on the passenger seat. Inside was my letter of ____43____ as library director. All I had to do was ____44____ the letter at the office. Last night it had felt like the right thing to do, but now, in the parking lot, I had ____45____. I had no future plans, no idea what I would do next.
When I first started working at the library, I ____46____ it. Back then I was a passionate assistant. Then I got ____47____. My new position gave me many more responsibilities, which I wasn’t ____48____ trained for. I did the best I could, but it wasn’t enough. The expectations were ____49____, the stress too much. Normally I would have gone to my dad for ____50____. But he’d just recently died. I had to make this decision ____51____.
I looked at the ____52____ holding my resignation letter. My hand was shaking. Lord, I need a butterfly. Glancing around the parking lot, I didn’t ____53____ a butterfly. “This time you’re the one who has to spread your wings and fly.” I told myself.
On the wall of the library was a big button to open the door. I reached out my hand and stood still and quiet. Someone had ____54____ the button earlier than me. A real butterfly! Its wings spread wide as if to make sure I didn’t ____55____ its message. Whatever awaited me in my new life, butterflies would be at my side.
41. A. uncomfortable B. unfair C. unhealthy D. unsure
42 A. Confident B. Anxious C. Calm D. Angry
43. A. resignation B. application C. congratulation D. recommendation
44. A. pick up B. respond to C. drop off D. tear up
45. A. targets B. doubts C. options D. objections
46. A. hated B. dismissed C. won D. loved
47. A. rejected B. promoted C. questioned D. recruited
48. A. adequately B. sincerely C. willingly D. secretly
49. A. unrealistic B. understated C. practical D. traditional
50. A. permission B. guidance C. relaxation D. acceptance
51. A. for his sake B. by his efforts C. in my absence D. on my own
52. A. mailbox B. address C. letter D. envelope
53. A. free B. chase C. spot D. picture
54. A. hit B. fixed C. set D. tested
55. A. follow B. access C. miss D. delete
【答案】41. D 42. B 43. A 44. C 45. B 46. D 47. B 48. A 49. A 50. B 51. D 52. D 53. C 54. A 55. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了一位图书馆馆长在巨大工作压力和丧父之痛下,决定辞职的心路历程。她在停车场犹豫不决时,从一句关于“幸福像蝴蝶”的名言中获得启发,最终在一只真实蝴蝶的“鼓励”下,勇敢地迈出了人生的新一步。
【41题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:我仍然感到不确定。A. uncomfortable不舒服的;B. unfair不公平的;C. unhealthy不健康的;D. unsure不确定的。根据上文“I reread the quote in my car, hoping it would give me confidence. However, it wasn’t working.”可知,作者读名言是为了获得信心,但不管用,说明她仍然缺乏信心,对未来感到不确定。故选D。
【42题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:内心充满焦虑、一点儿也静不下来的我,拿起了副驾驶座位上的那个信封。A. Confident自信的;B. Anxious焦虑的;C. Calm平静的;D. Angry生气的。根据“far from still and quiet”可知,作者内心充满焦虑。故选B。
【43题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:里面是我辞去图书馆馆长职务的辞职信。A. resignation辞职;B. application申请;C. congratulation祝贺;D. recommendation推荐。根据后文“holding my resignation letter”可知,此处是指辞职信。故选A。
【44题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意:我所要做的就是把这封信递交到办公室。A. pick up捡起;B. respond to回复;C. drop off递交;D. tear up撕碎。根据下文“holding my resignation letter”可知,作者打算辞职,她的任务是把辞职信交到办公室。故选C。
【45题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:昨晚我觉得这样做是对的,但现在,在停车场,我产生了疑虑。A. targets目标;B. doubts疑虑;C. options选择;D. objections反对。根据下文“I had no future plans, no idea what I would do next.”可知,作者犹豫了,说明她对自己的决定产生了疑虑。故选B。
【46题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:当我刚开始在图书馆工作时,我热爱它。A. hated讨厌;B. dismissed解雇;C. won赢得;D. loved热爱。根据下文“Back then I was a passionate assistant.”可知,当时作者热爱自己的工作。故选D。
【47题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:那时我获得了晋升。A. rejected拒绝;B. promoted晋升;C. questioned质疑;D. recruited招聘。根据常识可知,从“assistant(助理)”到“library director(馆长)”是职位的晋升。 故选B。
【48题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意:我的新职位给了我更多的责任,而我没有接受过充分的培训。A. adequately充分地;B. sincerely真诚地;C. willingly愿意地;D. secretly秘密地。根据下文“I did the best I could, but it wasn’t enough. ”推知,问题在于作者没有接受过足够的培训来应对新职责。故选A。
【49题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:期望是不切实际的,压力也很大。A. unrealistic不切实际的;B. understated低调的;C. practical实际的;D. traditional传统的。根据“the stress too much.”推知,作者的期望是过高且不切实际的。故选A。
【50题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:通常,我会向父亲寻求指导。A. permission许可;B. guidance指导;C. relaxation放松;D. acceptance接受。根据上文“The expectations were 9 , the stress too much.”推知,遇到困难时作者通常会向父亲寻求指导。故选B。
【51题详解】
考查介词短语辨析。句意:我不得不自己做这个决定。A. for his sake为了他;B. by his efforts通过他的努力;C. in my absence我不在时;D. on my own独自地。根据上文“But he’d just recently died.”可知,父亲去世了,作者没有人可以依靠,必须自己做决定。故选D。
【52题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:我看着装着我辞职信的信封。A. mailbox邮箱;B. address地址;C. letter信;D. envelope信封。根据“holding my resignation letter”推知,装辞职信的是信封。故选D。
【53题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:我扫视了一下停车场,没有看到一只蝴蝶。A. free释放;B. chase追逐;C. spot发现;D. picture想象。根据“Lord, I need a butterfly. Glancing around the parking lot”可知,作者环顾停车场,希望能看到一只蝴蝶,但没有发现。故选C。
【54题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:有人比我先按了按钮。A. hit按;B. fixed修理;C. set设置;D. tested测试。根据上文“On the wall of the library was a big button to open the door. I reached out my hand and stood still and quiet.”可知,作者想要开门,需要按按钮,这里指有人比她先按了开门的按钮。故选A。
【55题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:它张开翅膀,好像要确保我没有错过它的信息。A. follow跟随;B. access获取;C. miss错过;D. delete删除。根据“Its wings spread wide”推知,作者认为蝴蝶展翅,像是在确保她不会错过它所传递的信息。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。
The CNS Shandong (山东舰) arrived in Hong Kong on Thursday for a five-day visit. People there praised the first domestically___56___(build) aircraft carrier. They referred to their tour aboard___57___an eye-opening experience that lifted their sense of national pride.
A total of 10,000 free tickets___58___(distribute) during the weekend, with 2,000 visitors allowed aboard the Shandong. The boats opened for public tours, making Hong Kong the first city in the country___59___(welcome) two national aircraft carriers since the CNS Liaoning visited in 2017.
“This is___60___(true) remarkable,” said Kong Kin-chung, a 70-year-old retired Hong Kong police officer, his voice___61___(tremble) after seeing the carrier. He described the Shandong as a “powerful symbol” of China’s growing___62___(strong).
Another visitor was Tom Pang Lok-sang, a music teacher from Macao,___63___boarded the ships with hisfamily. “I’m really impressed by our___64___(country) military advancements,” he said. He added that interactions with PLA personnel (解放军) changed his opinions. “On television, they appear so serious, but in reality, they’ve shown us nothing ____65____kindness.” Pang said that seeing the advanced capabilities firsthand reassured people that China can defend itself and maintain peace.
【答案】56. built
57. as 58. were distributed
59. to welcome
60. truly 61. trembling
62. strength
63. who 64. country’s
65. but
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍山东舰抵达香港维多利亚港引来的一系列反响。
【56题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:那里的人们称赞第一艘国产航母。句中已有谓语动词praised,空处应用非谓语动词,aircraft carrier和build之间为被动关系,所以用过去分词作定语。故填built。
【57题详解】
考查动词短语。句意:他们称这次登舰之旅是一次大开眼界的经历,提升了他们的民族自豪感。refer to ...as ... “把……称作……;将……视为……”是固定短语。 故填as。
【58题详解】
考查谓语动词时态和语态。句意:周末期间,共发放了1万张免费船票,允许2000名游客登上“山东舰”。根据后文during the weekend可知时态为一般过去时。主语free tickets是复数,且与distribute之间为被动关系,所以用被动语态,助动词用were。故填were distributed。
【59题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:这些船只向公众开放参观,使香港成为自2017年辽宁舰访问以来首个欢迎两艘国家航空母舰的城市。前面有the first修饰中心词city,所以后面用to do不定式作后置定语。故填to welcome。
【60题详解】
考查副词。句意:“这真的很了不起,”70岁的香港退休警官Kong Kin-chung在看到航母后说,他的声音有些颤抖。修饰形容词,用副词形式。故填truly。
【61题详解】
考查独立主格结构。句意:“这真的很了不起,”70岁的香港退休警官Kong Kin-chung在看到航母后说,他的声音有些颤抖。his voice和tremble是主动关系,所以用现在分词构成独立主格结构。故填trembling。
【62题详解】
考查名词。句意:他将“山东舰”描述为中国日益强大的“有力象征”。形容词growing后接名词形式,在句中作宾语。故填strength。
【63题详解】
考查定语从句。句意:另一位游客是Tom Pang Lok-sang,他是一名来自澳门的音乐教师,他和家人一起登舰。先行词Tom Pang Lok-sang指人,且在非限制性定语从句中作主语,所以用关系代词who引导。故填who。
【64题详解】
考查名词所有格。句意:“我对我们国家的军事进步印象深刻,”他说。修饰名词advancements,且表示“我们国家的”,所以用名词所有格形式。故填country’s。
【65题详解】
考查连词及搭配。句意:“在电视上,他们看起来很严肃,但在现实中,他们向我们展示的只有善良。”Pang说,亲眼看到先进的能力,让人们放心,中国可以保卫自己,维护和平。 nothing but“只有;仅仅”是固定搭配。 故填but。
第四部分 写作(共两节;满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
66. 假定你是校学生会主席李华,你校外教Chris执教期间在社交媒体上大力推广中国传统文化,请你写一封感谢信,内容包括:
1. 表示感谢;
2. 你的理由。
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 Chris,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Chris,
On behalf of all students, I’d love to extend our sincere appreciation for your efforts to promote Chinese traditional culture on your social media account.
Through your creativity and passion, whether via pictures or videos, you have built a bridge of understanding, showcasing China’s vibrant culture to the world; without your sense of responsibility and devotion, we students wouldn’t have known the richness of our own culture and our insight into our motherland couldn’t have been deepened to such an extent.
Thank you again for creating a brighter and shared future.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文写作。要求考生以校学生会主席李华的身份,给外教Chris写一封感谢信,感谢其在执教期间通过社交媒体大力推广中国传统文化。内容需涵盖感谢之情及感谢的具体理由。
【详解】1. 词汇积累:
感谢:appreciation → gratitude/thanks
推广:promote → spread
展示:showcase → display/present
加深,增强:deepen → enhance
2. 句式拓展:
简单句变复合句
原句:On behalf of all students, I’d love to extend our sincere appreciation for your efforts to promote Chinese traditional culture on your social media account.
拓展句:On behalf of all students, I’d love to extend our sincere appreciation for your efforts, which have been dedicated to promoting Chinese traditional culture on your social media account.
【点睛】【高级句型1】Through your creativity and passion, whether via pictures or videos, you have built a bridge of understanding, showcasing China’s vibrant culture to the world; (运用了whether引导的状语从句以及现在分词作状语)
【高级句型2】Without your sense of responsibility and devotion, we students wouldn’t have known the richness of our own culture and our insight into our motherland couldn’t have been deepened to such an extent. (运用了“without+宾语”的含蓄虚拟条件句)
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。
I was 31 and finally lived by myself. My own schedule. My own rules. My own life. No mom cooking breakfast down the hall. No dad powering up the leaf blower outside the window. No nieces and nephews running across the floors. Just me, myself and my dream to become a writer. My parents didn’t understand, so I left without sharing even a word with them.
It had taken me a long time to get here. In July 1997, at age 13, I’d been diagnosed with severe leukemia (白血病). My parents and other family members supported me through cruel treatments,through my high school and the University of Michigan. After college,I contented myself with staying with them at home.
It wasn’t so bad. Mom and Dad had redesigned the kitchen and bathroom to make cooking and showering as easy as possible for me, since the disease had robbed me of my balance. They also added on a beautiful desk, where I could sit, read and recharge. But what kind of real writer still lived with her parents at my age? I communicated with them about my plan to move out. However, they sang a different tune.
I moved out after a violent quarrel. A few happy days went by. However, running the dishwasher and doing laundry proved challenging, and the living room needed cleaning after just one week. My exhaustion problems made it difficult to keep up. On day 17, I pulled out the machine to clean the messy room but quickly lost my balance.I tried to steady myself, but physically, I couldn’t do it. Lying on the floor without a trace of balance, I came to a sudden realization that I had made an extremely immature (不成熟的) decision.
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。
It was time that I should call my mom.
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I couldn’t believe they forgave me so quickly.
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【答案】 It was time that I should call my mom. I dialed the familiar number, my heart pounding with a mix of worry and hope. When my mom finally answered the phone, her voice was filled with warmth and concern. “Mom, I have made a huge mistake. I thought I wanted to live on my own, but I didn’t expect it to be like this. I don’t want to be here anymore.” I begged through tears. Sensing my struggling, my parents comforted me in a tender voice and drove over that night to take me home.
I couldn’t believe they forgave me so quickly. Pretty soon, I was in my old room, and we fell into our family routine. My nieces and nephews running around and screaming, my sisters and I chatted merrily. I was so happy to be surrounded by their noise again. One day I sat down to write at our kitchen table, watching as my mom emptied the dishwasher. I eventually realized I needed my family. Admitting and appreciating it was the most mature decision I’ve made so far.
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开,本文讲述了作者因病身患残疾,得到父母照料多年,因追寻作家梦想,想要挣脱家庭“束缚”追求独立生活,却因生活中的无奈和挑战意识到自己想法的不成熟从而最终回归家庭的故事。
【详解】1.段落续写:
①由第一段首句内容“我该给妈妈打电话了。”可知,第一段可描写作者给妈妈电话后,被家人接回家的过程。
②由第二段首句内容“我不敢相信他们这么快就原谅我了。”可知,第二段可描写作者回到家中,感受到往昔熟悉的场景深感欣慰的过程。
2.续写线索:拨通电话——承认错误——被家人接回——回归熟悉的家庭生活—感悟
3.词汇激活
行为类
①安慰:comfort/console
②包围:surround/encircle
③到处奔跑:run around/run about
情绪类
①充满温暖和关心:be filled with warmth and concern/be full of warmth and concern
②高兴的:happy/delighted
【点睛】[高分句型1]. When my mom finally answered the phone, her voice was filled with warmth and concern.(由连词when连接时间状语从句)
[高分句型2]. One day I sat down to write at our kitchen table, watching as my mom emptied the dishwasher.(现在分词作状语)
[高分句型3]. Admitting and appreciating it was the most mature decision I’ve made so far.(动名词作主语和省略关系代词的限制性定语从句修饰先行词decision)
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