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2026届高三第一学期10月份联考试题 英 语 注意事项 考生在答题前请认真阅读本注意事项： 1.本试卷满分150分，考试时间为120分钟。考试结束后，请将答题卡交回。 2.答题前，请将自己的姓名、考试号用0.5毫米黑色签字笔填涂在答题卡指定的位置。 3.选择题答案用2B铅笔在答题卡上把对应题目的答案标号涂黑，非选择题用0.5mm的黑色签字笔在每题对应的答题区域内做答，在其他位置作答一律无效。 第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分） 做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。 第一节 （共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，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 are the speakers doing? A. Selecting a cupboard. B. Sorting out the clothes. C. Tidying up the storeroom. 2. What do we know about the man? A. He is highly focused. B. He is good at multitasking. C. He is easily bothered by the TV. 3. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. The development of printing newspapers. B. Latest features of mobile phones. C. Changes in news consumption. 4. Where are the speakers? A. In a taxi. B. In a gift shop. C. In a restaurant. 5. Why does the man complain? A. He didn't get a reply to his message. B. He got the inaccurate information. C. He met an unprofessional worker. 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 can we learn about the man and Sam? A. They get along well. B. They will do a project together. C. They have trouble working together. 7. What does the man think of Sam? A. He is mean. B. He is direct. C. He is friendly. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. Why does Jack make the call? A. To reschedule an appointment. B. To confirm an appointment. C. To cancel an appointment. 9. What will the woman do next? A. Treat Jack herself. B. Take a lunch break. C. Tell Dr. Lee an emergency. 听第8 段材料，回答第10至12题。 10. What is the relationship between Janice and Mr. Franks? A. Boss and secretary. B. Deliveryman and customer. C. Sales representative and customer. 11. What problem did Mr. Franks bring up? A. A late delivery. B. A mistaken order. C. An overdue payment. 12. Who did Janice contact today? A. An IT technician. B. Mr. Franks. C. Her workmate. 听第9 段材料，回答第13至16题。 13. What does Max think is the best solution to his homesickness? A. Keeping himself busy. B. Going back home during breaks. C. Being with his family's company. 14. What is Max's opinion on filming underwater? A. Easy. B. Stressful. C. Dangerous. 15. What should an underwater film-maker be good at? A. Making predictions. B. Dealing with emergencies. C. Handling the pressure. 16. What does Max advise a would-be film-maker to do? A. Focus on one thing at a time. B. Buy a professional camera. C Practice filming locally. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. Why does Don want to attend the sale? A. To attract attention to his daughter's illness. B. To try to help children in need. C. To call for nature conservation. 18. How old is James Chang now? A. 56. B. 65. C. 69. 19. Whose pictures might appeal to abstract art enthusiasts? A. Don Studley's. B. Natalie Stevens's. C. James Chang's. 20. What are most of Natalie Stevens's works about? A. Birds. B. People. C. Countries. 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 Freshwater is vital for all life on our planet. Yet, in many places around the globe, our management of freshwater resources is becoming unsustainable. Understanding the interconnectedness and complexity of local and regional freshwater issues is critical to living sustainably on Earth. That’s why the National Geographic Society and the Nature Conservancy have joined forces to develop a program centered around a unique remote externship (校外实习) program for young adults worldwide. The Experience Throughout the externship, you will learn about freshwater conservation careers from weekly webinars (研讨会) featuring the National Geographic Society and the Nature Conservancy experts, your own research, and informative interviews conducted with local conservation organizations. During this externship, you will also: ·Gain knowledge of freshwater conservation issues and strategies through resources and case studies provided by the two partner organizations. ·Engage with local leaders, conservationists, and community members to grasp freshwater-related challenges and their impacts on the community. ·Apply primary and secondary research methods to investigate existing conservation initiatives and identify local freshwater issues. ·Conduct landscape and gap analyses to uncover conservation gaps and propose actionable solutions ·Develop written and visual storytelling skills to effectively communicate key issues and community-based action strategies. Qualifications We are seeking young people aged 18-25 from around the globe interested in learning about introductory conservation approaches. No prior work experience or coursework in conservation or environmental topics is required. The program values diversity in beliefs, cultures, and backgrounds. Duration and Rewards Start Date July 14th, 2025 Format Fully remote Program Options Duration Hours/week Hourly Rate Additional Rewards 4 weeks 10 $5 $20 8 weeks 10 $6 $30 Note: Those who finish all required tasks (whether for the 4-week track or the 8-week track) will be qualified for an additional reward. 1. What is the purpose of this externship program? A. To promote international cooperation. B. To provide a hands-on field experience. C. To introduce freshwater-related careers. D. To help understand freshwater challenges. 2. What might participants do during the externship? A. Raise funds for the program. B. Document global case studies. C. Put forward workable solutions. D. Engage in making local policies. 3. How much will an 8-week extern earn at most upon full completion? A. $200. B. $220. C. $510. D. $480. B Four days after Hurricane Ida made landfall, the New Orleans meteorologist(气象学家) Margaret Orr took a break after twelve hours on the air to reply to some of her fans on Twitter. Orr, who has been reporting the weather for forty-two years, is regarded by many residents as a prophet (预言家). Someone asked why the sun always shines before a storm. “And I said, to remind us that the sun will shine again. But I don’t want the sun emoji.” She used a heart instead. The real reason the sun shines before a storm? “Because you’ve often got high pressure right over you, and it’s hot,” she said. “The high moves off to the east and pushes the system our way.” Many of her workmates were sleeping at the station, but Orr preferred to go home, where she had running water but no electricity. She could handle not having air conditioner. The trick, she said. was to take a cold shower. Not having Internet, though, was a hardship. She said, “I couldn’t check my social media until I got to work, which was annoying.” In the days leading up to Ida (飓风艾达), people contacted Orr through Twitter to get individualized, practical advice. Orr tried to respond to everyone. This dedication earned her great respect from the residents. Orr has always been fascinated by weather. In 1965, when she was twelve years old, the wind from Hurricane Betsy blew the roof off her family’s house in New Orleans. She remembers going outside and standing in the eye of the storm. “I looked up and saw the sky and saw the stars,” she said. “Bad weather happens everywhere,” she said. “Every now and then, on Twitter, you’ll see people saying, why do you live there? Well, I live here because it’s my home. This is where I grew up. This is the place I love.” She went on, “After Hurricane Katrina, I thought, could I live anywhere else? And I decided, no, I couldn’t.” She added, “As my daughter said about New Orleans when she was a little girl, ‘I even love the dirt.’” 4. Orr’s explanation about sunshine before a storm can be described as ______. A. poetic but abstract B. scientific but tricky C. strange and inaccurate D. encouraging and professional 5. Why did Orr find the lack of Internet at home a “hardship”? A She couldn’t access weather data for forecasts. B. She needed online resources for air conditioning. C. She was unable to respond to people’s questions. D. She missed watching news about the hurricane. 6. What childhood experience sparked Orr’s fascination with weather? A. Seeing the stars in the eye of Hurricane Betsy. B. Reading books about hurricanes at school. C. Watching weather reports on television. D. Helping neighbors rebuild after Hurricane Betsy. 7. What message does the author want to convey in the last paragraph? A. Natural disasters are a common threat all over the world. B. People online don’t understand her deep love for her home. C. Emotional attachment is what ties people to their hometown. D. She decided to stay mainly because of her daughter’s opinion. C “Individuals of all ages who have empathy (共情) understand that sometimes telling little white lies can protect other people from getting hurt,” says Barbara Greenberg, a clinical psychologist in Connecticut. “Most people that I have come across tell these little white lies because they understand that 100 percent honesty all the time is not beneficial.” A white lie, she explains, spares people from unnecessary hurt. At the same time, Dr. Julia Breur, a marriage and family therapist in Florida, emphasizes the importance of paying attention to the way we respond to someone. The fact is that not telling the truth can result in something unpleasant on you; it’s not just about the person the white lie is being told to. For example, she says someone who always tells others that “all is good” when it comes to a sick parent in an effort to avoid discussions about how serious their health issue really is, can eventually face stressful experiences. When that parent eventually passes away, the person who always gave an “all is good” response ends up emotionally broken. Sometimes, telling white lies often depends on the situation, Dr. Breur says. For example, consider a woman who has not seen her mother for several months. The daughter has gained noticeable weight, yet the mother responds by excitedly declaring that she looks great. “I emphasize during psychotherapy sessions with my patients that context helps define meaning,” Dr. Breur says. “So when we look at the context of a mother saying you look great when she clearly sees that her daughter has gained weight, it can be acceptable. It reflects the intention of the white lie which is kindness, protection and unconditional love. Otherwise, white lies — especially when told to avoid personal accountability — can start a cycle of mistrust between people, ultimately compromising integrity,” she adds. Therefore, it’s important to ask ourselves when it is and isn’t appropriate to deliver the honest truth, and when it’s best to step back and offer a more delicate response. More often than not, it’s about finding a balance between the two. 8. What can be learned about white lies according to Barbara Greenberg? A. They are short-lived. B. They are unidentifiable. C. They are trouble-making. D. They are common. 9. What message does Dr. Breur deliver in paragraph 2? A. White lies can harm both the liars and the listeners. B. We must respond to our family members truthfully. C It’s wrong to tell white lies to a seriously ill parent. D. The “all is good” response is effective in dealing with patients. 10. Which of the following white lies may Dr. Breur support? A. A student claims his homework was left at home. B. An employee blames traffic jam for being late. C. A Dad tells his son their lost pet is living happily on a farm. D. A nurse says she has to work overtime so as to decline an invitation. 11. Which of the following is the best title for the text? A. East or West, White Lies Are the Best B. Think Twice Before Telling White Lies C. White Lies Signify Unconditional Love D. Tell White Lies to Show Your Sympathy D Researchers from the University of Bath recently developed a new touch screen that's capable of changing its shape and hardness when users apply various levels of force to it. The screen, which they refer to as “DeformIO”, uses air-powered systems and sensors to detect levels of pressure applied by a finger and then collapse (凹陷) around it. The researchers say it could add a new input layer (输入层) to mobile devices that could be used for a wide variety of tasks, from looking through digital maps to playing games and “feeling” the hardness of products virtually. Though DeformIO, which is 3 mm thick with a 140 mm² surface layer, isn't the first changeable screen, it can apply several force inputs on various parts of the screen at the same time, which means users can experience a feeling of continuous tactile (触觉的) response while moving their finger across the screen. “In other words, DeformIO allows users to feel a richer, more tactile and natural response as they press the surface,” lead author James Nash said. If the new screens are ever indeed applied to widespread consumer mobile devices, they could change the way users interface with apps and services used on a daily basis. The researchers imagine a situation where a future traveler equipped with DeformIO uses it to move through sections of the digital map. In this example, the traveler could quickly switch between the road view section of a map and satellite view by simply applying more and less pressure on the screen. It's uncertain if everyday phone users will find the new screen attractive enough to give up their glass touch screens. Less advanced mobile designs like foldable screens, which have already existed for years, are still struggling to gain wide use outside of a limited audience. It’s possible that screens like DeformIO could end up the same way. “We hope that in 10 to 20 years’ time, the concepts it presents could be in your mobile phone. For now, we' re exploring the applications it might be best suited to. ” Nash said. 12. What can be learned about DeformIO? A. It's a protective layer for screens. B. It's a screen with tactile flexibility. C. It performs different tasks together. D. It senses changes in users' identity. 13. What makes DeformIO stand out among other similar designs? A. Its adaptable appearance. B. Its better-quality sensors. C. Its small size and light weight. D. Its more realistic sense of touch. 14. What does the underlined phrase “interface with” in paragraph 3 mean? A. Mix up. B. Assist with. C. Connect with. D. Improve on. 15. What challenge might DeformIO face? A. Low customer interest. B. Technical design limitations. C. Insufficient development funds. D. Strong competition within the industry. 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。 In today’s world where artificial intelligence (AI) can copy our words, automate our decisions and even simulate emotions, understanding what sets us apart isn’t just philosophical. ____16____ Knowing what makes us unquestionably different from intelligent machines helps us protect and even expand our most valuable strengths— our creativity, emotional intelligence, life experiences and sense of purpose, so that we don’t just coexist with AI, but rise above it, shaping the future instead of being shaped by it. Here are three irreplaceable human attributes (属性). We have real-life experiences while AI has data. Experience is one of the most powerful things that shape us from the moment on which we’re born. ____17____ While AI, on the other hand, can analyze massive data, it doesn’t learn from pain, joy, failure, or success the way humans do. Experience isn’t just about information— it’s about personal growth. ____18____ We create stories to make sense of the world, find purpose in struggle and connect our past to our future. However, AI doesn’t wonder about “the why” behind what it does. Instead, it just processes requests and generates responses, without caring about the outcome beyond the goals that it’s pre-programmed to achieve. We have free will while AI has codes (代码). Humans can choose generosity over self- interest, forgiveness over hatred, and innovation over conformity. But AI only follows rules. No matter how advanced, it’s always bound by its programming. ____19____ AI may be extraordinarily useful and helpful, but it will likely never provide what makes us human—empathy (共情), true love, meaningful purpose and life experiences. ____20____ In this way, we can ensure that technology will serve humanity—not the other way around. A. It’s gaining popularity. B. Besides, it is deeply practical. C. We are considerate while AI is creative. D. We seek meaning while AI follows instructions. E. It doesn’t have desires, beliefs or independent thoughts. F. Every failure, success and challenge can influence our future decisions. G. So value our and others’ emotional depth, life experiences and creative potential. 第三部分语言运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节 （共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 “I didn’t pick peonies (牡丹). They picked me,” says Kathleen Gagan, owner and founder of Peony’s Envy display garden in Bernardsville. The garden’s playful name was ____21____ years ago at a party, when Gagan enthusiastically announced her ____22____ to start a peony farm in her backyard. One of the guests said, “Sounds ____23____ — I’m sure we’ll all have peonies envy!” Having ____24____ lived a dynamic lifestyle working as a consultant and linguist overseas for 15 years, Gagan was happy to ____25____ back into Bernardsville. In 2002, she planted her first peony crop. Four years later, she began ____26____ rootstock (根茎) commercially and opened her garden to the ____27____ because she was “eager to build something that others could visit and enjoy.” Today, her property is home to one of the most extensive ____28____ of peonies in the country. Gagan, a nationally ____29____ gardening expert, appreciates the laid-back presence of established peonies because, ____30____ other crops, they are easy to maintain. “Before starting my peony garden, I ____31____ at a peach orchard (果园) because deer ate all the trees. Then I tried raising irises, with no luck,” she says. “Finally, I had success with peonies. ____32____ and rabbits don’t like them, and the established plants require ____33____ care. Everything you do for them comes back year after year because it’s a generous plant that ____34____ so much more than it takes.” Peony’s Envy is open daily from the last Friday in April through the second Sunday in June. To fully experience all it has to ____35____, some guests visit weekly. In these blooms, people find a mirror to life’s simplest wisdom: true beauty asks for little, but gives endlessly. 21. A. called B. born C. found D. stated 22. A. promise B. opinion C. plan D. task 23. A. impossible B. familiar C. horrible D. lovely 24. A. previously B. eventually C. naturally D. frequently 25. A. wander B. fight C. settle D. hide 26. A. digging B. selling C. giving D. storing 27. A. volunteers B. gardeners C. crowd D. public 28. A. systems B. collections C. treasures D. versions 29. A. surrounded B. restricted C. supported D. recognized 30. A. like B. except C. unlike D. despite 31. A. stopped B. failed C. attempted D. succeeded 32. A. Deer B. Sheep C. Animals D. Enemies 33. A. much B. constant C. intense D. little 34 A. pays forward B. gives back C. counts on D. goes through 35. A. offer B. reflect C. spread D. expose 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。 Africa is known for its vast natural resources and beautiful landscapes, but it is also home to a rich culture of art. Traditionally, healing (疗愈), pleasure, protection and transformation have all been central themes in the work of African artists. African art is ____36____ vast and varied category involving masks, sculptures, textiles, and bead-work from across the African continent. There is no one definition of African art, however, there are some common themes ____37____ run throughout this genre (体裁). One of the most distinguishing features of African art ____38____ (be) the use of color. Bright colors are often used to express the energy and joy of life, while dark colors can convey ____39____ (sad) or anger. Texture (纹理) is also an important element of African art, with artists often ____40____ (use) complicated patterns and designs ____41____ (create) a sense of movement and dynamism. African artists often combine instruments into their work. In fact, music represents the importance of creativity and expression within African cultures. By now, traditional African instruments ____42____ (adapt) for use by Western musicians, making their way into genres such as jazz and rock. Masks are an important part of traditional African culture. Each mask has its own unique design and purpose. In western Africa, wooden masks were ____43____ (initial) worn for religious and formal occasions ____44____ weddings, agricultural work and wartime preparations. “The mask does not hide; it reveals the true face of the spirit.” The quote shows _____45_____ a mask in African culture means. 第四部分写作 （共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 假定你是李华。你校外教Mr. Smith计划在下学期为兴趣小组（interest group）开设一门新课，目前正在征集学生们的意见。请你给他写一封电子邮件，推荐一个主题，内容包括： 1. 你推荐的课程主题（如：西方戏剧鉴赏、英语辩论技巧、英美流行文化等）； 2. 推荐该主题的理由（至少两点）； 3. 表达对此课程的期待。 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 Mr. Smith, __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 第二节（满分25分） 47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 Fourteen-year-old Nathan ran a small stand selling colorful phone cases at the annual community Summer Carnival (嘉年华). While younger kids crowded around other attractions, he focused on his modest business. His real ambition, however, lay beyond this: he dreamed of owning a 3D printer. With it, he could design and create unique phone cases himself, transforming his small summer job into a proper online business. One afternoon, a 10-year-old girl named Michele stopped by and bought one phone case for her mom. As they talked, Nathan shared his dream of having a 3D printer. ‌“With that printer, I can print anything in any form,” Nathan said. “Anything in any form?” Michele’s eyes lit up with sudden excitement. “Once you get it, could you please make a leg for my pet duck Tim? Because he was missing one,” Michele said hopefully. “That’ s a cool project,” Nathan replied. He thought for a minute. “I’ll make him one, but it won’t be ready now. I have to save up some of the money myself to buy the 3D printer.” “How lucky Tim is! You are so kind!” Michele said happily, unable to contain her excitement. Before leaving, Michele exchanged phone numbers with Nathan. They discovered that they lived in the same neighborhood, which meant Nathan could easily get close to the duck and measure the size of its leg in person to ensure that a suitable prosthetic (假体的) leg could be made. He promised to reach out as soon as he could afford a printer. That evening, Nathan told his family about Michele and his promise. His parents praised his kindness and initiative. They agreed to offer some financial support to buy the printer but also emphasized the importance of his own effort. “We’re proud you’re earning this yourself, Nathan,” his father said. “Saving your share shows real commitment.” Nathan nodded firmly, feeling more determined than ever. 注意： (1)续写词数应为150个左右； (2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Nathan worked very hard for the 3D printer. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ However, creating the leg model was not easy. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 2026届高三第一学期10月份联考试题 英 语 注意事项 考生在答题前请认真阅读本注意事项： 1.本试卷满分150分，考试时间为120分钟。考试结束后，请将答题卡交回。 2.答题前，请将自己的姓名、考试号用0.5毫米黑色签字笔填涂在答题卡指定的位置。 3.选择题答案用2B铅笔在答题卡上把对应题目的答案标号涂黑，非选择题用0.5mm的黑色签字笔在每题对应的答题区域内做答，在其他位置作答一律无效。 第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分） 做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。 第一节 （共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，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 are the speakers doing? A. Selecting a cupboard. B. Sorting out the clothes. C. Tidying up the storeroom. 2. What do we know about the man? A. He is highly focused. B. He is good at multitasking. C. He is easily bothered by the TV. 3. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. The development of printing newspapers. B. Latest features of mobile phones. C. Changes in news consumption. 4. Where are the speakers? A. In a taxi. B. In a gift shop. C. In a restaurant. 5. Why does the man complain? A. He didn't get a reply to his message. B. He got the inaccurate information. C. He met an unprofessional worker. 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 can we learn about the man and Sam? A. They get along well. B. They will do a project together. C. They have trouble working together. 7. What does the man think of Sam? A. He is mean. B. He is direct. C. He is friendly. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. Why does Jack make the call? A. To reschedule an appointment. B. To confirm an appointment. C. To cancel an appointment. 9. What will the woman do next? A. Treat Jack herself. B. Take a lunch break. C. Tell Dr. Lee an emergency. 听第8 段材料，回答第10至12题。 10 What is the relationship between Janice and Mr. Franks? A. Boss and secretary. B Deliveryman and customer. C. Sales representative and customer. 11. What problem did Mr. Franks bring up? A. A late delivery. B. A mistaken order. C. An overdue payment. 12. Who did Janice contact today? A. An IT technician. B. Mr. Franks. C. Her workmate. 听第9 段材料，回答第13至16题。 13. What does Max think is the best solution to his homesickness? A. Keeping himself busy. B. Going back home during breaks. C. Being with his family's company. 14. What is Max's opinion on filming underwater? A Easy. B. Stressful. C. Dangerous. 15. What should an underwater film-maker be good at? A. Making predictions. B. Dealing with emergencies. C. Handling the pressure. 16. What does Max advise a would-be film-maker to do? A. Focus on one thing at a time. B. Buy a professional camera. C. Practice filming locally. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. Why does Don want to attend the sale? A. To attract attention to his daughter's illness. B. To try to help children in need. C. To call for nature conservation. 18. How old is James Chang now? A. 56. B. 65. C. 69. 19. Whose pictures might appeal to abstract art enthusiasts? A. Don Studley's. B. Natalie Stevens's. C. James Chang's. 20. What are most of Natalie Stevens's works about? A. Birds. B. People. C. Countries. 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 Freshwater is vital for all life on our planet. Yet, in many places around the globe, our management of freshwater resources is becoming unsustainable. Understanding the interconnectedness and complexity of local and regional freshwater issues is critical to living sustainably on Earth. That’s why the National Geographic Society and the Nature Conservancy have joined forces to develop a program centered around a unique remote externship (校外实习) program for young adults worldwide. The Experience Throughout the externship, you will learn about freshwater conservation careers from weekly webinars (研讨会) featuring the National Geographic Society and the Nature Conservancy experts, your own research, and informative interviews conducted with local conservation organizations. During this externship, you will also: ·Gain knowledge of freshwater conservation issues and strategies through resources and case studies provided by the two partner organizations. ·Engage with local leaders, conservationists, and community members to grasp freshwater-related challenges and their impacts on the community. ·Apply primary and secondary research methods to investigate existing conservation initiatives and identify local freshwater issues. ·Conduct landscape and gap analyses to uncover conservation gaps and propose actionable solutions. ·Develop written and visual storytelling skills to effectively communicate key issues and community-based action strategies. Qualifications We are seeking young people aged 18-25 from around the globe interested in learning about introductory conservation approaches. No prior work experience or coursework in conservation or environmental topics is required. The program values diversity in beliefs, cultures, and backgrounds. Duration and Rewards Start Date July 14th, 2025 Format Fully remote Program Options Duration Hours/week Hourly Rate Additional Rewards 4 weeks 10 $5 $20 8 weeks 10 $6 $30 Note: Those who finish all required tasks (whether for the 4-week track or the 8-week track) will be qualified for an additional reward. 1. What is the purpose of this externship program? A. To promote international cooperation. B. To provide a hands-on field experience. C. To introduce freshwater-related careers. D. To help understand freshwater challenges. 2. What might participants do during the externship? A. Raise funds for the program. B. Document global case studies. C. Put forward workable solutions. D. Engage in making local policies. 3. How much will an 8-week extern earn at most upon full completion? A. $200. B. $220. C. $510. D. $480. 【答案】1. D 2. C 3. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了一个针对全球年轻人的独特的远程校外实习项目，包括实习内容、资格要求、时长和奖励等。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段中“Understanding the interconnectedness and complexity of local and regional freshwater issues is critical to living sustainably on Earth. That’s why the National Geographic Society and the Nature Conservancy have joined forces to develop a program centered around a unique remote externship (校外实习) program for young adults worldwide.(了解当地和区域淡水问题的相互关联性和复杂性对于在地球上可持续生活至关重要。这就是为什么国家地理学会和大自然保护协会联手开发了一个项目，该项目围绕着一个针对全球年轻人的独特远程校外实习项目展开)”可知，这个校外实习项目的目的是帮助全球年轻人了解淡水挑战。故选D项。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。根据During this externship, you will also:部分中的“·Conduct landscape and gap analyses to uncover conservation gaps and propose actionable solutions.(·进行景观和差距分析，以发现保护差距并提出可行的解决方案)”可知，参与者在实习期间可能会提出可行的解决方案。故选C项。 【3题详解】 细节理解题。根据表格中的“8 weeks；Hours/week：10；Hourly Rate：$6；Additional Rewards：$30(8周，每周小时数：10，每小时费率：6美元，额外奖励：30美元)”和最后一段“Note: Those who finish all required tasks (whether for the 4-week track or the 8-week track) will be qualified for an additional reward.(注意：完成所有必需任务的人(无论是4周课程还是8周课程)都有资格获得额外奖励)”可知，一个为期8周的实习生每周工作10小时，每小时6美元，完全完成任务后额外奖励30美元，即8×10×6+30=510美元。故选C项。 B Four days after Hurricane Ida made landfall, the New Orleans meteorologist(气象学家) Margaret Orr took a break after twelve hours on the air to reply to some of her fans on Twitter. Orr, who has been reporting the weather for forty-two years, is regarded by many residents as a prophet (预言家). Someone asked why the sun always shines before a storm. “And I said, to remind us that the sun will shine again. But I don’t want the sun emoji.” She used a heart instead. The real reason the sun shines before a storm? “Because you’ve often got high pressure right over you, and it’s hot,” she said. “The high moves off to the east and pushes the system our way.” Many of her workmates were sleeping at the station, but Orr preferred to go home, where she had running water but no electricity. She could handle not having air conditioner. The trick, she said. was to take a cold shower. Not having Internet, though, was a hardship. She said, “I couldn’t check my social media until I got to work, which was annoying.” In the days leading up to Ida (飓风艾达), people contacted Orr through Twitter to get individualized, practical advice. Orr tried to respond to everyone. This dedication earned her great respect from the residents. Orr has always been fascinated by weather. In 1965, when she was twelve years old, the wind from Hurricane Betsy blew the roof off her family’s house in New Orleans. She remembers going outside and standing in the eye of the storm. “I looked up and saw the sky and saw the stars,” she said. “Bad weather happens everywhere,” she said. “Every now and then, on Twitter, you’ll see people saying, why do you live there? Well, I live here because it’s my home. This is where I grew up. This is the place I love.” She went on, “After Hurricane Katrina, I thought, could I live anywhere else? And I decided, no, I couldn’t.” She added, “As my daughter said about New Orleans when she was a little girl, ‘I even love the dirt.’” 4. Orr’s explanation about sunshine before a storm can be described as ______. A. poetic but abstract B. scientific but tricky C. strange and inaccurate D. encouraging and professional 5. Why did Orr find the lack of Internet at home a “hardship”? A. She couldn’t access weather data for forecasts. B. She needed online resources for air conditioning. C. She was unable to respond to people’s questions. D. She missed watching news about the hurricane. 6. What childhood experience sparked Orr’s fascination with weather? A. Seeing the stars in the eye of Hurricane Betsy. B. Reading books about hurricanes at school. C. Watching weather reports on television. D. Helping neighbors rebuild after Hurricane Betsy. 7. What message does the author want to convey in the last paragraph? A. Natural disasters are a common threat all over the world. B. People online don’t understand her deep love for her home. C. Emotional attachment is what ties people to their hometown. D. She decided to stay mainly because of her daughter’s opinion. 【答案】4. D 5. C 6. A 7. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了气象学家Margaret Orr在飓风Ida期间的工作经历。她以专业和敬业的态度回应公众咨询，尽管面临困难仍坚持工作，并表达了对家乡的深厚情感。 【4题详解】 推理判断题。根据文章第一段中“Orr, who has been reporting the weather for forty-two years, is regarded by many residents as a prophet (预言家). Someone asked why the sun always shines before a storm. “And I said, to remind us that the sun will shine again. But I don’t want the sun emoji.” She used a heart instead. (Orr报道天气已有四十二年之久，被许多当地居民视为预言家。有人问她为什么风暴来临前总是阳光灿烂。她回答道：“我说啊，这是为了提醒我们，阳光总会再次普照大地。不过，我可不想用太阳表情符号。”她用了一个爱心符号代替。)”以及“The real reason the sun shines before a storm? ‘Because you’ve often got high pressure right over you, and it’s hot,’ she said. ‘The high moves off to the east and pushes the system our way.’ (她表示：“风暴前出现阳光的真正原因是什么？‘因为你头顶上常常有高压，天气很热，’她说，‘高压向东移动，把风暴系统推向我们这边。’”)可知，她的解释既科学又专业，同时她用“心”代替“太阳”的表情符号也带有一定的鼓励性。因此，D项“encouraging and professional(鼓励性和专业的)”最符合描述。故选D项。 【5题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第二段“I couldn’t check my social media until I got to work, which was annoying. (“直到上班我才能查看社交媒体，这很烦人。”)”以及第一段中“Four days after Hurricane Ida made landfall, the New Orleans meteorologist (气象学家) Margaret Orr took a break after twelve hours on the air to reply to some of her fans on Twitter. Orr, who has been reporting the weather for forty-two years, is regarded by many residents as a prophet (预言家).(飓风“艾达”登陆四天后，新奥尔良的气象学家Margaret Orr在连续十二个小时的播报后稍作休息，在推特上回复了一些粉丝。Orr报道天气已有四十二年之久，被许多当地居民视为预言家。)”提到人们通过Twitter联系她获取个性化、实用的建议，可以推断出Orr在家无法上网时感到困难是因为她无法回应人们的问题。因此，C项“She was unable to respond to people’s questions.(她无法回答人们的问题。)”是正确答案。故选C项。 【6题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第三段“In 1965, when she was twelve years old, the wind from Hurricane Betsy blew the roof off her family’s house in New Orleans. She remembers going outside and standing in the eye of the storm. ‘I looked up and saw the sky and saw the stars,’ she said. (1965年，她12岁的时候，飓风贝琪的风把她在新奥尔良的家屋顶吹走了。她记得走到外面，站在风暴中心。‘我抬头看到了天空，看到了星星，’她说。)”可知，是她小时候在飓风贝琪的风暴眼中看到星星的经历激发了她对天气的兴趣。因此，A项“Seeing the stars in the eye of Hurricane Betsy.(在飓风贝琪的风暴眼中看到星星。)”是正确答案。故选A项。 【7题详解】 推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“‘Bad weather happens everywhere,’ she said. ‘Every now and then, on Twitter, you’ll see people saying, why do you live there? Well, I live here because it’s my home. This is where I grew up. This is the place I love.’(“糟糕的天气到处都有，”她说。“时不时地，在推特上，你会看到有人说，你为什么住在那里？嗯，我住在这里是因为这是我的家。这是我长大的地方。这是我爱的地方。”)”可知，作者想传达的信息是情感依恋是人们与家乡联系在一起的原因。因此，C项“Emotional attachment is what ties people to their hometown.(情感依恋是将人们与家乡联系在一起的东西。)”是正确答案。故选C项。 C “Individuals of all ages who have empathy (共情) understand that sometimes telling little white lies can protect other people from getting hurt,” says Barbara Greenberg, a clinical psychologist in Connecticut. “Most people that I have come across tell these little white lies because they understand that 100 percent honesty all the time is not beneficial.” A white lie, she explains, spares people from unnecessary hurt. At the same time, Dr. Julia Breur, a marriage and family therapist in Florida, emphasizes the importance of paying attention to the way we respond to someone. The fact is that not telling the truth can result in something unpleasant on you; it’s not just about the person the white lie is being told to. For example, she says someone who always tells others that “all is good” when it comes to a sick parent in an effort to avoid discussions about how serious their health issue really is, can eventually face stressful experiences. When that parent eventually passes away, the person who always gave an “all is good” response ends up emotionally broken. Sometimes, telling white lies often depends on the situation, Dr. Breur says. For example, consider a woman who has not seen her mother for several months. The daughter has gained noticeable weight, yet the mother responds by excitedly declaring that she looks great. “I emphasize during psychotherapy sessions with my patients that context helps define meaning,” Dr. Breur says. “So when we look at the context of a mother saying you look great when she clearly sees that her daughter has gained weight, it can be acceptable. It reflects the intention of the white lie which is kindness, protection and unconditional love. Otherwise, white lies — especially when told to avoid personal accountability — can start a cycle of mistrust between people, ultimately compromising integrity,” she adds. Therefore, it’s important to ask ourselves when it is and isn’t appropriate to deliver the honest truth, and when it’s best to step back and offer a more delicate response. More often than not, it’s about finding a balance between the two. 8. What can be learned about white lies according to Barbara Greenberg? A. They are short-lived. B. They are unidentifiable. C. They are trouble-making. D. They are common. 9. What message does Dr. Breur deliver in paragraph 2? A. White lies can harm both the liars and the listeners. B. We must respond to our family members truthfully. C. It’s wrong to tell white lies to a seriously ill parent. D. The “all is good” response is effective in dealing with patients. 10. Which of the following white lies may Dr. Breur support? A A student claims his homework was left at home. B. An employee blames traffic jam for being late. C. A Dad tells his son their lost pet is living happily on a farm. D. A nurse says she has to work overtime so as to decline an invitation. 11. Which of the following is the best title for the text? A. East or West, White Lies Are the Best B. Think Twice Before Telling White Lies C. White Lies Signify Unconditional Love D. Tell White Lies to Show Your Sympathy 【答案】8. D 9. A 10. C 11. B 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇议论文。文章通过两位心理学家的观点，探讨善意的谎言的普遍性及其双重影响，最终强调需根据情境权衡诚实与善意的平衡。 【8题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段中Barbara Greenberg所说的话“Most people that I have come across tell these little white lies (我遇到的大多数人都会说这些善意的小谎言)”可知，Barbara Greenberg认为大多数人会说善意的谎言，即它们具有普遍性。故选D项。 【9题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段中“The fact is that not telling the truth can result in something unpleasant on you; it’s not just about the person the white lie is being told to. (事实是，不说真话会让你不愉快；这不仅仅关乎被告知善意谎言的人)”可知，善意的谎言可能会既伤害说谎者，也伤害听者。故选A项。 【10题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段中Breur博士所说的话“So when we look at the context of a mother saying you look great when she clearly sees that her daughter has gained weight, it can be acceptable. It reflects the intention of the white lie which is kindness, protection and unconditional love. Otherwise, white lies — especially when told to avoid personal accountability — can start a cycle of mistrust between people, ultimately compromising integrity (所以，当我们看到一位母亲清楚地看到她的女儿长胖了，她说你看起来很好，这是可以接受的。它反映了善意的谎言的意图，即善意、保护和无条件的爱。否则，善意的谎言——尤其是为了逃避个人责任的谎言——会引发人与人之间不信任的循环，最终损害诚信)”可知，Breur博士认为善意的谎言是否可以接受取决于其意图，“一位父亲告诉儿子，他们丢失的宠物在农场里快乐地生活着”是出于善意、保护和无条件的爱，与母亲夸赞长胖女儿的动机一致，是Breur博士会支持的善意的谎言。故选C项。 【11题详解】 主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是最后一段“Therefore, it’s important to ask ourselves when it is and isn’t appropriate to deliver the honest truth, and when it’s best to step back and offer a more delicate response. More often than not, it’s about finding a balance between the two. (因此，重要的是要问问自己，什么时候说出诚实的事实是合适的，什么时候不合适，什么时候最好退一步，给出一个更微妙的回应。通常情况下，你需要在两者之间找到平衡)”可知，文章围绕善意的谎言展开，通过两位心理学家的观点，探讨善意的谎言的普遍性及其双重影响，最终强调需根据情境权衡诚实与善意的平衡。因此，B项“说善意的谎言前要三思”最契合文章主旨，适合作为文章标题。故选B项。 D Researchers from the University of Bath recently developed a new touch screen that's capable of changing its shape and hardness when users apply various levels of force to it. The screen, which they refer to as “DeformIO”, uses air-powered systems and sensors to detect levels of pressure applied by a finger and then collapse (凹陷) around it. The researchers say it could add a new input layer (输入层) to mobile devices that could be used for a wide variety of tasks, from looking through digital maps to playing games and “feeling” the hardness of products virtually. Though DeformIO, which is 3 mm thick with a 140 mm² surface layer, isn't the first changeable screen, it can apply several force inputs on various parts of the screen at the same time, which means users can experience a feeling of continuous tactile (触觉的) response while moving their finger across the screen. “In other words, DeformIO allows users to feel a richer, more tactile and natural response as they press the surface,” lead author James Nash said. If the new screens are ever indeed applied to widespread consumer mobile devices, they could change the way users interface with apps and services used on a daily basis. The researchers imagine a situation where a future traveler equipped with DeformIO uses it to move through sections of the digital map. In this example, the traveler could quickly switch between the road view section of a map and satellite view by simply applying more and less pressure on the screen. It's uncertain if everyday phone users will find the new screen attractive enough to give up their glass touch screens. Less advanced mobile designs like foldable screens, which have already existed for years, are still struggling to gain wide use outside of a limited audience. It’s possible that screens like DeformIO could end up the same way. “We hope that in 10 to 20 years’ time, the concepts it presents could be in your mobile phone. For now, we' re exploring the applications it might be best suited to. ” Nash said. 12. What can be learned about DeformIO? A. It's a protective layer for screens. B. It's a screen with tactile flexibility. C. It performs different tasks together. D. It senses changes in users' identity. 13. What makes DeformIO stand out among other similar designs? A. Its adaptable appearance. B. Its better-quality sensors. C. Its small size and light weight. D. Its more realistic sense of touch. 14. What does the underlined phrase “interface with” in paragraph 3 mean? A. Mix up. B. Assist with. C. Connect with. D. Improve on. 15. What challenge might DeformIO face? A. Low customer interest. B. Technical design limitations. C. Insufficient development funds. D. Strong competition within the industry. 【答案】12. B 13. D 14. C 15. A 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了英国巴斯大学研发的DeformIO——它能根据手指压力实时改变形状与硬度，为用户提供连续的触觉反馈，从而在手机、地图导航等日常应用中实现更自然、丰富的交互体验。 【12题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段的句子“Researchers from the University of Bath recently developed a new touch screen that's capable of changing its shape and hardness when users apply various levels of force to it. The screen, which they refer to as “DeformIO”, uses air-powered systems and sensors to detect levels of pressure applied by a finger and then collapse (凹陷) around it.(巴斯大学的研究人员最近研发出一款新型触摸屏，当用户对其施加不同力度时，该屏幕能够改变自身的形状与硬度。这款被他们命名为 “DeformIO” 的屏幕，采用气动系统和传感器来检测手指施加的压力大小，随后会围绕手指发生凹陷。)”可知，DeformIO 是一块具有触觉柔韧性的屏幕。故选B项。 【13题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段的句子““In other words, DeformIO allows users to feel a richer, more tactile and natural response as they press the surface,” lead author James Nash said.(首席作者詹姆斯·纳什说：“换句话说，DeformIO可以让用户在按压表面时感受到更丰富、更有触感和更自然的反应。)”可知，DeformIO突出优势是更真实、丰富的触感。故选D项。 【14题详解】 词句猜测题。根据划线短语上文的“If the new screens are ever indeed applied to widespread consumer mobile devices(如果新屏幕真的应用到广泛的消费者移动设备上)”和下文的例子“The researchers imagine a situation where a future traveler equipped with DeformIO uses it to move through sections of the digital map. In this example, the traveler could quickly switch between the road view section of a map and satellite view by simply applying more and less pressure on the screen.(研究人员设想了一种情况，未来的旅行者配备了DeformIO，用它来穿越数字地图的各个部分。在这个例子中，旅行者可以通过在屏幕上施加更多或更少的压力，在地图的道路视图部分和卫星视图部分之间快速切换)”可知， 此处指的是“改变用户与应用程序的交互/连接方式”。所以interface with的意义为“与……连接”与connect with意义一致。故选C项。 【15题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段的句子“Less advanced mobile designs like foldable screens, which have already existed for years, are still struggling to gain wide use outside of a limited audience. It's possible that screens like DeformIO could end up the same way.(像折叠屏这类相对不够先进的手机设计，尽管已问世多年，却仍难以在小众群体之外获得广泛应用。DeformIO 这类屏幕最终也有可能落得同样的下场。)”可知，消费者对DeformIO face兴趣可能不高。故选A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。 In today’s world where artificial intelligence (AI) can copy our words, automate our decisions and even simulate emotions, understanding what sets us apart isn’t just philosophical. ____16____ Knowing what makes us unquestionably different from intelligent machines helps us protect and even expand our most valuable strengths— our creativity, emotional intelligence, life experiences and sense of purpose, so that we don’t just coexist with AI, but rise above it, shaping the future instead of being shaped by it. Here are three irreplaceable human attributes (属性). We have real-life experiences while AI has data. Experience is one of the most powerful things that shape us from the moment on which we’re born. ____17____ While AI, on the other hand, can analyze massive data, it doesn’t learn from pain, joy, failure, or success the way humans do. Experience isn’t just about information— it’s about personal growth. ____18____ We create stories to make sense of the world, find purpose in struggle and connect our past to our future. However, AI doesn’t wonder about “the why” behind what it does. Instead, it just processes requests and generates responses, without caring about the outcome beyond the goals that it’s pre-programmed to achieve. We have free will while AI has codes (代码). Humans can choose generosity over self- interest, forgiveness over hatred, and innovation over conformity. But AI only follows rules. No matter how advanced, it’s always bound by its programming. ____19____ AI may be extraordinarily useful and helpful, but it will likely never provide what makes us human—empathy (共情), true love, meaningful purpose and life experiences. ____20____ In this way, we can ensure that technology will serve humanity—not the other way around. A. It’s gaining popularity. B. Besides, it is deeply practical. C. We are considerate while AI is creative. D. We seek meaning while AI follows instructions. E. It doesn’t have desires, beliefs or independent thoughts. F. Every failure, success and challenge can influence our future decisions. G. So value our and others’ emotional depth, life experiences and creative potential. 【答案】16. B 17. F 18. D 19. E 20. G 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章阐述了在人工智能能模仿人类诸多行为的当下，了解人类与AI的区别至关重要，并介绍了人类三项不可替代的属性。 【16题详解】 上文“In today’s world where artificial intelligence (AI) can copy our words, automate our decisions and even simulate emotions, understanding what sets us apart isn’t just philosophical. (在当今世界，人工智能（AI）能够模仿我们的语言、自动做出决策，甚至模拟情感，了解是什么让我们与众不同，这不仅仅是一个哲学层面的问题)”说明了解人类与AI的区别不只是哲学上的，空处承接上文，进一步说明其性质，B选项“此外，它还非常实用”中的“Besides”与上文形成递进关系，同时呼应下文“Knowing what makes us unquestionably different from intelligent machines helps us protect and even expand our most valuable strengths— our creativity, emotional intelligence, life experiences and sense of purpose, so that we don’t just coexist with AI, but rise above it, shaping the future instead of being shaped by it. (弄清楚是什么让我们与智能机器有着不容置疑的区别，有助于我们保护甚至拓展自身最宝贵的优势——创造力、情商、生活阅历以及目标感，这样一来，我们就不仅仅是与人工智能共存，而是要超越它，主动塑造未来，而非被它所塑造)，提到的了解区别能帮助我们保护和拓展自身优势，符合语境。故选B。 【17题详解】 上文“Experience is one of the most powerful things that shape us from the moment on which we’re born. (从出生那一刻起，经历就是塑造我们最强大的力量之一)”，强调经历对人的塑造作用，F选项“每一次失败、成功和挑战都会影响我们未来的决定”，具体阐述了不同经历对人未来决策的影响，符合语境。故选F。 【18题详解】 下文“We create stories to make sense of the world, find purpose in struggle and connect our past to our future. However, AI doesn’t wonder about “the why” behind what it does. (我们通过创造故事来理解世界，在奋斗中寻找目标，并将过去与未来联系起来。然而，人工智能不会去思考它所做事情背后的“原因”)”，对比了人类和AI在对待事物“原因”“意义”上的不同，D选项“我们寻求意义，而人工智能遵循指令”准确概括了人类追求意义、AI仅按指令行事的区别，概括上文的对比，符合语境。故选D。 【19题详解】 上文“But AI only follows rules. No matter how advanced, it’s always bound by its programming. (但人工智能只遵循规则。无论多么先进，它总是受其程序的约束)”说明AI受程序限制，空处承接上文，进一步说明AI的局限性，E选项“它没有欲望、信念或独立思考”是对AI受程序约束、缺乏自主性的进一步阐述，符合语境。故选E。 【20题详解】 上文“AI may be extraordinarily useful and helpful, but it will likely never provide what makes us human—empathy (共情), true love, meaningful purpose and life experiences. (人工智能可能非常有用和有帮助，但它很可能永远无法提供那些使我们成为人的东西——共情、真爱、有意义的目标和生活经历)”，强调了人类所拥有的独特品质是AI无法提供的，G选项“所以要珍视我们自己和他人的情感深度、生活经历和创造潜力”承接上文，呼吁人们重视自身独特品质，与下文“In this way, we can ensure that technology will serve humanity—not the other way around. (通过这种方式，我们可以确保技术将服务于人类——而不是反过来人类服务于技术)”，确保技术服务于人类相呼应，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。 “I didn’t pick peonies (牡丹). They picked me,” says Kathleen Gagan, owner and founder of Peony’s Envy display garden in Bernardsville. The garden’s playful name was ____21____ years ago at a party, when Gagan enthusiastically announced her ____22____ to start a peony farm in her backyard. One of the guests said, “Sounds ____23____ — I’m sure we’ll all have peonies envy!” Having ____24____ lived a dynamic lifestyle working as a consultant and linguist overseas for 15 years, Gagan was happy to ____25____ back into Bernardsville. In 2002, she planted her first peony crop. Four years later, she began ____26____ rootstock (根茎) commercially and opened her garden to the ____27____ because she was “eager to build something that others could visit and enjoy.” Today, her property is home to one of the most extensive ____28____ of peonies in the country. Gagan, a nationally ____29____ gardening expert, appreciates the laid-back presence of established peonies because, ____30____ other crops, they are easy to maintain. “Before starting my peony garden, I ____31____ at a peach orchard (果园) because deer ate all the trees. Then I tried raising irises, with no luck,” she says. “Finally, I had success with peonies. ____32____ and rabbits don’t like them, and the established plants require ____33____ care. Everything you do for them comes back year after year because it’s a generous plant that ____34____ so much more than it takes.” Peony’s Envy is open daily from the last Friday in April through the second Sunday in June. To fully experience all it has to ____35____, some guests visit weekly. In these blooms, people find a mirror to life’s simplest wisdom: true beauty asks for little, but gives endlessly. 21. A. called B. born C. found D. stated 22. A. promise B. opinion C. plan D. task 23. A. impossible B. familiar C. horrible D. lovely 24. A. previously B. eventually C. naturally D. frequently 25. A. wander B. fight C. settle D. hide 26. A. digging B. selling C. giving D. storing 27. A. volunteers B. gardeners C. crowd D. public 28. A. systems B. collections C. treasures D. versions 29. A. surrounded B. restricted C. supported D. recognized 30. A. like B. except C. unlike D. despite 31. A. stopped B. failed C. attempted D. succeeded 32. A. Deer B. Sheep C. Animals D. Enemies 33. A. much B. constant C. intense D. little 34. A. pays forward B. gives back C. counts on D. goes through 35. A. offer B. reflect C. spread D. expose 【答案】21. B 22. C 23. D 24. A 25. C 26. B 27. D 28. B 29. D 30. C 31. B 32. A 33. D 34. B 35. A 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了Gagan与牡丹花园的故事及感悟。 【21题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：这个花园有趣的名字是多年前在一个聚会上诞生的，当时Gagan热情地宣布了她打算在后院开办一个牡丹农场的计划。A. called称呼；B. born诞生；C. found发现；D. stated陈述。根据前文“The garden’s playful name was”和后文“when Gagan enthusiastically announced her ____ to start a peony farm in her backyard. One of the guests said, “Sounds____ — I’m sure we’ll all have peonies envy!””可知，此处指花园的名字是在一次聚会上诞生的。故选B。 【22题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意同上。A. promise承诺；B. opinion观点；C. plan计划；D. task任务。根据后文“to start a peony farm in her backyard”可知，此处指Gagan宣布了开办牡丹农场的计划。故选C。 【23题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：一位客人说：“听起来很好——我相信我们都会羡慕牡丹的！”A. impossible不可能的；B. familiar熟悉的；C. horrible可怕的；D. lovely极好的。根据后文“I’m sure we’ll all have peonies envy”可知，客人提到“羡慕牡丹”，可推断客人认为这个计划听起来很好。故选D。 【24题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：Gagan此前在海外做了15年的顾问和语言学家，过着充满活力的生活，她很高兴能回到伯纳兹维尔定居。A. previously以前；B. eventually最终；C. naturally自然地；D. frequently频繁地。根据后文“lived a dynamic lifestyle working as a consultant and linguist overseas for 15 years, Gagan was happy to ____ back into Bernardsville.”可知，Gagan以前在海外工作。故选A。 【25题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意同上。A. wander徘徊；B. fight战斗；C. settle定居；D. hide隐藏。根据后文“back into Bernardsville”以及“because she was “eager to build something that others could visit and enjoy.””可知，Gagan回到伯纳兹维尔定居。故选C。 【26题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：四年后，她开始商业销售根茎，并向公众开放她的花园，因为她“渴望建立一些别人可以参观和享受的东西”。A. digging挖掘；B. selling销售；C. giving给予；D. storing储存。根据后文“rootstock commercially”可知，此处指商业销售牡丹根茎。故选B。 【27题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意同上。A. volunteers志愿者；B. gardeners园丁；C. crowd人群；D. public公众。根据后文“because she was “eager to build something that others could visit and enjoy.””可知，她“渴望建立一些别人可以参观和享受的东西”，所以花园向公众开放。故选D。 【28题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：如今，她的花园拥有全国最广泛的牡丹收藏之一。A. systems系统；B. collections收藏；C. treasures宝藏；D. versions版本。根据前文“her property is home to one of the most extensive”以及后文“of peonies in the country”可知，此处指她的花园拥有全国最广泛的牡丹收藏之一。故选B。 【29题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：Gagan是全国公认的园艺专家，她欣赏已成型的牡丹的悠闲姿态，因为与其他作物不同，它们很容易养护。A. surrounded围绕；B. restricted限制；C. supported支持；D. recognized认可。根据后文“gardening expert”可知，Gagan是全国公认的园艺专家。故选D。 【30题详解】 考查介词词义辨析。句意同上。A. like像；B. except除了；C. unlike不像；D. despite尽管。根据后文“other crops, they are easy to maintain. “Before starting my peony garden, I ____ at a peach orchard (果园) because deer ate all the trees. Then I tried raising irises, with no luck,” she says.”可知，牡丹与其他作物不同，很容易养护。故选C。 【31题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：“在开始我的牡丹园之前，我在一个桃园失败了，因为鹿吃光了所有的树。然后我试着种植鸢尾花，但没有成功，”她说。A. stopped停止；B. failed失败；C. attempted尝试；D. succeeded成功。根据后文“at a peach orchard (果园) because deer ate all the trees”可知，Gagan在桃园种植失败了。故选B。 【32题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：鹿和兔子不喜欢它们，而且已成型的植物几乎不需要照顾。A. Deer鹿；B. Sheep绵羊；C. Animals动物；D. Enemies敌人。根据上文“because deer ate all the trees”可知，此处指鹿不喜欢牡丹。故选A。 【33题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意同上。A. much许多；B. constant不断的；C. intense强烈的；D. little少量的，几乎没有的。根据前文“they are easy to maintain”可知，牡丹很容易养护，几乎不需要照顾。故选D。 【34题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：你为它们所做的一切都会年复一年地得到回报，因为它是一种慷慨的植物，回报的比它索取的多得多。A. pays forward传递善意；B. gives back回报；C. counts on指望；D. goes through经历。根据后文“so much more than it takes”可知，此处指牡丹回报的比它索取的多得多。故选B。 【35题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：为了充分体验它所提供的一切，一些客人每周都来参观。A. offer提供；B. reflect反映；C. spread传播；D. expose暴露。根据前文“To fully experience all it has to”和后文“some guests visit weekly”可知，客人为了充分体验花园所提供的一切，每周都来参观。故选A。 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。 Africa is known for its vast natural resources and beautiful landscapes, but it is also home to a rich culture of art. Traditionally, healing (疗愈), pleasure, protection and transformation have all been central themes in the work of African artists. African art is ____36____ vast and varied category involving masks, sculptures, textiles, and bead-work from across the African continent. There is no one definition of African art, however, there are some common themes ____37____ run throughout this genre (体裁). One of the most distinguishing features of African art ____38____ (be) the use of color. Bright colors are often used to express the energy and joy of life while dark colors can convey ____39____ (sad) or anger. Texture (纹理) is also an important element of African art, with artists often ____40____ (use) complicated patterns and designs ____41____ (create) a sense of movement and dynamism. African artists often combine instruments into their work. In fact, music represents the importance of creativity and expression within African cultures. By now, traditional African instruments ____42____ (adapt) for use by Western musicians, making their way into genres such as jazz and rock. Masks are an important part of traditional African culture. Each mask has its own unique design and purpose. In western Africa, wooden masks were ____43____ (initial) worn for religious and formal occasions ____44____ weddings, agricultural work and wartime preparations. “The mask does not hide; it reveals the true face of the spirit.” The quote shows _____45_____ a mask in African culture means. 【答案】36. a 37. that/which 38. is 39. sadness 40. using 41. to create 42. have been adapted 43. initially 44. like 45. what 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了非洲艺术的丰富内涵，包括其核心主题、显著特点（如色彩和纹理的运用）、与音乐的结合以及面具在传统文化中的重要性。 【36题详解】 考查冠词。句意：非洲艺术是一个广泛而多样的类别，包括来自非洲大陆的面具、雕塑、纺织品和珠饰。category为可数名词单数，此处表泛指“一个广泛而多样的类别”，且vast是以辅音音素开头的单词，所以用不定冠词a。故填a。 【37题详解】 考查定语从句。句意：然而，非洲艺术没有一个统一的定义，但有一些贯穿这一类型的共同主题。此处为关系词引导的限制性定语从句，先行词为themes，指物，在从句中作主语，用关系代词that或which。故填that/which。 【38题详解】 考查动词时态和主谓一致。句意：非洲艺术最显著的特点之一是色彩的运用。此处为谓语动词，描述客观事实，用一般现在时；主语One of the most distinguishing features为单数概念，所以用is。故填is。 【39题详解】 考查名词。句意：明亮的颜色常用来表达生活的活力和喜悦，而深色则可以传达悲伤或愤怒。此处与anger并列，作convey的宾语，用sad的名词sadness，意为“悲伤”。故填sadness。 【40题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：纹理也是非洲艺术的重要元素，艺术家经常使用复杂的图案和设计来创造运动感和活力。此处为非谓语动词作宾补，artists与use为主动关系，用现在分词using。故填using。 【41题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：同上。此处为use sth. to do sth.意为“用某物做某事”，所以此处使用动词不定式to create作目的状语。故填to create。 【42题详解】 考查动词时态和语态。句意：到目前为止，传统非洲乐器已被西方音乐家改编使用，进入了爵士和摇滚等流派。此处为谓语动词，根据时间状语By now（到目前为止）可知，此处用现在完成时；instruments与adapt为被动关系，所以用现在完成时的被动语态，且主语为名词复数，所以谓语动词为have been adapted。故填have been adapted。 【43题详解】 考查副词。句意：在西非，木制面具最初是为宗教和正式场合佩戴的，如婚礼、农活和战时准备。此处修饰动词worn，用initial的副词initially，意为“最初”。故填initially。 【44题详解】 考查介词。句意：同上。空后为名词短语，列举木质面具的佩戴场合，所以此处表示举例，用介词like，意为“例如”。故填like。 【45题详解】 考查宾语从句。句意：这句话展示了非洲文化中面具的含义。此处为连接词引导的宾语从句，作shows的宾语，从句中缺少宾语，用连接代词what，意为“……的事物”。故填what。 第四部分写作 （共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 假定你是李华。你校外教Mr. Smith计划在下学期为兴趣小组（interest group）开设一门新课，目前正在征集学生们的意见。请你给他写一封电子邮件，推荐一个主题，内容包括： 1. 你推荐的课程主题（如：西方戏剧鉴赏、英语辩论技巧、英美流行文化等）； 2. 推荐该主题的理由（至少两点）； 3. 表达对此课程的期待。 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 Mr. Smith, __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 【答案】参考范文 Version 1 Dear Mr. Smith, I’m thrilled to hear that you’re planning a new course. I’d like to recommend “Appreciation of Western Drama” as a potential topic. This course would be highly beneficial for two main reasons. Firstly, it offers a fascinating window into Western culture and history. Secondly, by reading and acting out scripts, we can dramatically improve our pronunciation and understanding of idiomatic English. I believe many students, including myself, are eager to explore the world of theater. Thank you for considering my suggestion. Yours, Li Hua Version 2 Dear Mr. Smith, Regarding the new interest group course, I am writing to propose “English Debating Skills”. This topic is highly relevant in an academic environment and would attract many students. I believe this course would be extremely valuable. Not only would it help us structure our arguments logically and think critically, but it would also provide a practical environment to enhance fluency and confidence in speaking. These skills are crucial for our future studies. We are all looking forward to the possibility of such an engaging and challenging course. Best regards, Li Hua 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生给外教Mr. Smith写一封电子邮件，推荐下学期兴趣小组的新课主题，阐述推荐理由并表达期待。 【详解】1.词汇积累 兴奋的：thrilled → excited 有益的：beneficial → advantageous 迷人的：fascinating → captivating 提高，改进：improve → enhance 2.句式拓展 同义句转换 原句：I’m thrilled to hear that you’re planning a new course. 拓展句：Hearing that you’re planning a new course, I feel thrilled. 【点睛】【高分句型1】I’m thrilled to hear that you’re planning a new course.（运用了that引导的宾语从句） 【高分句型2】Thank you for considering my suggestion.（运用了动名词短语considering my suggestion作宾语） 第二节（满分25分） 47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 Fourteen-year-old Nathan ran a small stand selling colorful phone cases at the annual community Summer Carnival (嘉年华). While younger kids crowded around other attractions, he focused on his modest business. His real ambition, however, lay beyond this: he dreamed of owning a 3D printer. With it, he could design and create unique phone cases himself, transforming his small summer job into a proper online business. One afternoon, a 10-year-old girl named Michele stopped by and bought one phone case for her mom. As they talked, Nathan shared his dream of having a 3D printer. ‌“With that printer, I can print anything in any form,” Nathan said. “Anything in any form?” Michele’s eyes lit up with sudden excitement. “Once you get it, could you please make a leg for my pet duck Tim? Because he was missing one,” Michele said hopefully. “That’ s a cool project,” Nathan replied. He thought for a minute. “I’ll make him one, but it won’t be ready now. I have to save up some of the money myself to buy the 3D printer.” “How lucky Tim is! You are so kind!” Michele said happily, unable to contain her excitement. Before leaving, Michele exchanged phone numbers with Nathan. They discovered that they lived in the same neighborhood, which meant Nathan could easily get close to the duck and measure the size of its leg in person to ensure that a suitable prosthetic (假体的) leg could be made. He promised to reach out as soon as he could afford a printer. That evening, Nathan told his family about Michele and his promise. His parents praised his kindness and initiative. They agreed to offer some financial support to buy the printer but also emphasized the importance of his own effort. “We’re proud you’re earning this yourself, Nathan,” his father said. “Saving your share shows real commitment.” Nathan nodded firmly, feeling more determined than ever. 注意： (1)续写词数应为150个左右； (2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Nathan worked very hard for the 3D printer. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ However, creating the leg model was not easy. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】 Nathan worked very hard for the 3D printer. He continued to sell phone cases at the carnival and even took on some odd jobs around the neighborhood. He saved every penny he earned, carefully keeping track of his progress in a notebook. Weeks passed, and finally, Nathan had saved enough money to buy the 3D printer. He was overjoyed and couldn’t wait to start working on Michele’s project. Moreover, he also shared his excitement with his friends, who were all very supportive of him. However, creating the leg model was not easy. Nathan faced many challenges along the way. He had to take precise measurements of Tim’s remaining leg and do a lot of research to understand how a prosthetic leg should be designed. He spent countless hours tinkering with the printer, adjusting the settings, and trying different materials. But he refused to give up. Finally, after many tries, he created a leg that fit Tim perfectly. Michele was overjoyed when she saw it, and Nathan felt a sense of pride and accomplishment. His hard work had paid off, and he had not only fulfilled his promise but also gained valuable skills and experience. 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了14岁的Nathan在嘉年华卖手机壳，梦想拥有3D打印机，他答应为Michele的宠物鸭Tim制作一条假腿，在父母支持下努力攒钱买打印机。 【详解】1. 段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容“Nathan为了3D打印机非常努力地工作。”可知，第一段可描写Nathan通过各种方式努力赚钱买打印机，最终成功买到并准备开始制作假腿。 ②由第二段首句内容“然而，制作腿的模型并不容易。”可知，第二段可描写Nathan在制作过程中遇到的困难以及他如何克服困难，最终成功制作出适合Tim的假腿。 2. 续写线索：努力工作攒钱——买到打印机——开始制作假腿——遇到困难——克服困难——成功制作假腿 3. 词汇激活： 行为类 ①继续：continue/go on/keep on ②承担：take on/undertake ③流逝：pass/elapse/go by 情绪类 ①欣喜若狂：overjoyed/ecstatic/thrilled ②成就：accomplishment/achievement 【点睛】[高分句型1] He saved every penny he earned, carefully keeping track of his progress in a notebook.(运用了现在分词作伴随状语) [高分句型2] He had to take precise measurements of Tim’s remaining leg and do a lot of research to understand how a prosthetic leg should be designed.(运用了连接副词how引导宾语从句) [高分句型3] Finally, after many tries, he created a leg that fit Tim perfectly.(运用了关系代词that引导限制性定语从句) 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $