天津市和平区双菱中学2025-2026学年高三上学期期中考试英语试题

2025-2026学年度上学期高三期中考试英语试卷 二、单项选择（本大题共15小题，每小题1分，共15分） 一、听力（共两节，满分20分 16.-You seem to be very upset this afternoon. 第-节（共5小题：每小题1分，满分5分） I should not have said so much about Jack's family. 听下面五段对话。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，并标在试 A.Never say never B.Pull your weight 卷的相应位置。每段对话仅读一遍 C.Loose lips sink ships D.Hold your horses 1.What will the woman do next? 17.Tom,as well as his parents, in China over the past five years. A.Make a telephone call.B.Go to her office. C.Visit a library. A.have been living B.has been living C.are living D.is living 2.How much did the pink coat cost? 18.The computers made by our company sell well,but several years ago no one could imagine the role in the A.$35. B.S50 C.$85. market that they 3.What does the woman think of the new art museum? A.has played B.were to play C.had played D.played A.It is nice inside. B.It looks attractive outside. C.It has no attraction for her. 19.With the rapid development of technology,many traditional skills,including handicrafts,are known 4.When will the man see his-parents? in recent years. A.At11:00. B.At10:00 C.At9:00 A.having been forgotten B.to have forgotten C.to have been forgotten D.to be forgotten 5.What does the woman probably want to do? 20. by the candidatesfluent English and sharp insights during the interview,the hiring manager decided A.Write a paper. B.Attend a class. C.Get some sleep. to offer her the job immediately. 第二节（供10小题：每小题1.5分，满分15分） A.Impressing B.To impress C.Impressed D.Having impressed 听下面几段材料，每段材料后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试 21. I'm concerned about most is we can collect a huge amount of money in such a short time. 卷的相应位置。听每段材料前，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 A.That;how B.What;that C.What:how D.As;whether 的作答时间。每段材料读两遍。 22.Many parents want their children to participate in various activities they can learn a musical 听下面一段对话，回答第6至第8小题。 instrument or ballet or other skills that will give them a head start over others. 6.What does the man's wife need to bring to the Watercolors class? A.where B.what C.which D.when A.Paints. B.Paper. C.Pencils 23.More than 17,000 scientists and researchers took part in the project,20% _were awarded for their 7.Where will the Maori language class take place? remarkable accomplishments. A.In Room B15. B.In Room B16. C.In Room B19 A.to which B.of whom C.to whom D.of which 8.How often is the singing class? 24.Jack was on the point of leaving he noticed a man coming out of the room. A.Once a week. B.Twice a week C.Twice a month A.when B.while C.after D.before 听下面一段对话，回答第9至第11小题。 25.When we talk about banning mobile phones in school,we should also look at the good side.In a word,we 9.How does the woman suggest the man travel to Paris? should not A.By plane. B.By coach. C.By train. A.kill two birds with one stone B.throw the baby out with the bathwater 10.Who will the man travel with? C.brave the elements D.have butterflies in our stomach A.Lily. B.Peter. C.Dieter. 26.After years of dedicated work in the field of environmental protection,Dr.Wang finally received interational 11.Where are Alvaro's friends? for her contributions. A.In France. B.In Germany. C.In Mexico. A.application B.assumption C.intention D.recognition 听下面一段独白，回答第12至第15小题。 27.At the meeting,Mr Lee some issues that were closely connected with education,which led to some 12.What will take place in the hotel this weekend? heated discussions. A.Abirthday party. B.A trade fair. C.A wedding A.came across B.wound up C.referred to D.burned up 13.What is the hotel staff unsure about? 28.As online shopping becomes increasingly popular,the Internet is regarded as a(n) way of reaching A.The number of guests.B.The length of the event. C.The list of the food. target customers. 14.When will guests probably start arriving? A.accurate B.temporary C.complex D.efficient A.From 7:15. B.From 7:30. C.From 7:45. 29. the fact that your payment misses the deadline,you'll have to pay a fine according to the contract. 15.What will guests see in the event? A.In possession of B.In spite of C.In view of D.In honor of A.Aband. B.Acomedian. C.A magician. 30. you have to make your own decisions and the opinions of others are only for reference A.Unfortunately B.Ultimately C.Consequently D.Approximately 第1页，共4项 三、完型填空（本大题共20小题，每小题1.5分，共30分） 四、阅读理解（本大题共20小题，每小题2.5分，共50分） It was a tiring day.Carl had been picking up and31 passengers the whole day and was heading home.On the way,he noticed a woman,who was rushing to every car passing by her and trying to 32 The following is a list of museums that have new ways to develop creativity and spread knowledge. one.Her behavior was so 33 that she almost got hit.But people might be frightened by her 34 The Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza and no one pulled up.The woman picked up the boy lying on the bench behind her and stood there 35 The museum is one of Madrid's "Big Three"cultural institutions.Home to the world's second largest private So Carl slowed down and36them to figure it out. collection of art,it owns famous works from almost every art movement.Users can take a virtual tour of the "Can I help you,madam?"Carl asked.The woman nodded and said 37,"Go to the nearest entire buildingora thematic tour covering such topies as food and fashion. hospital!"Later Carl learned the woman's son Tyler suffered a congenital (heart attack.He got38 The National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art (MMCA),Seoul and took them all the way to39time. Since it opened its doors in 2013,the MMCA has become a well-known cultural platform and leader in Minutes later,they arrived.Tyler was sent inside for40 as the woman waited outside. Korean art.With the help of Google Arts and Culture,the MMCA is now offering a virtual tour of its collections. Meanwhile,hungry and41,Carl stayed until the doctors gave an update on the boy."Mrs.Thomas, This experience takes visitors through six floors of modem and contemporary artfrom Korea and around the your son is out of42 now,"a doctor said.Mrs.Thomas tumed to Carl,thanking him and then trying world. to pay Carl for the car fare,but he43it and said,"No fares are for those making trips to the hospital The Anne Frank House 一this is my44” The Anne Frank House,set up in 1957 in Amsterdam,tries to inform the public through educational 18 years later,retired Carl booked a taxi to the hospital for some tests.In the car,the young driver said,"Sir, programs and tours of the building where Anne and her family hid during World War II.To explore deeper into all the trips I make to the hospital are freel"Carl never45 to meet a driver like him."But the story described in Anne's diary,online visitors can watch videos about her life and look around the house 46?"Carl asked curiously.The young driver replied,"Because a taxi driver once 47 me when where she lived before going into hiding. I had a heart attack and he never 48 for trips to the hospital.His 49 inspires me,so I The Vatican Museums do the same""What's your name,young man?""My name is Tyler."Carl didn't speak,just shedding tears of They are public art and sculpture museums in the Vatican City.They exhibit works from the large collection 50 along the way. collected by Popes (throughout the centuries,including several of the most famous Roman sculptures and 31.A.caring for B.taking in C.dropping off D..turning down most important masterpieces of Renaissance art in the world.Virtual visitors can tour seven different sections of 32.A.stop B.test C.purchase D.involve the complex,enjoying 360-degree views of the Sistine Chapel,perhaps best known for Michelangelo's ceiling 33.A.typical B.flexible C.aggressive D.risky. and fresco(壁画)The-Last Judgment. 34.A.courage B.madness C.effort D.impoliteness 51.At which museum can visitors gain knowledge of different art movements? 35.A.helplessly B.unwillingly C.uncertainly D.informally A.The Vatican Museums. B.The Anne Frank House. 36.A.begged B.amused C.approached D.interrupted C.The Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza. 37.A.thoughtfully B.urgently C.honestly D.sharply D.The National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art,Seoul. 38.A.annoyed B.embarrassed C.ashamed D.anxious 52.What does the MMCA's collection focus on? 39.A.race against B.kill C.extend D.play for A.Works of famous Roman artists. B.Modern and contemporary art. 40.A.investigation B.treatment C.adjustment D.preservation C.Public educational programs. D.Origins of religious themes. 41.A.awkward B.proud C.tired D.curious 53.What can we know about the Anne Frank House? 42.A.touch B.sight C.danger D.power A.It is the best-preserved museum.B.It was built during World War II. 43.A.refused B.pulled C.counted D.replaced C.It has the largest private colection.D.It tells the story ofaWorld War IIvictim. 44.A.demand B.instinct C.ability D.policy 54.What can tourists do in the Vatican Museums? 45.A.volunteered B.failed C.prepared D.expected A.Learn to create sculptures. B.Enjoy a specific thematic tour. 46.A.what B.why C.how D.who C.Appreciate Michelangelo's artworks.D.Watch videos about Popes'life 47.A.cured B.comforted C.accompanied D.saved 55.What's the author's purpose in writing the text? 48.A.charged B.paid C.maintained D.invested A.To introduce museums offering virtual tours. 49.A.loyalty B.'recognition C.kindness D.success B.Toappeal to people to visit muscums in person. 50.A.relief B.joy C.sorrow D.regret C.To show people ways of appreciating works of art. D.To advise museums to perfect visitors'experiences 第2页，共4页 B C I arrived home from work,my mind racing.I was scheduled to perform an experment using a pricey piece Fish often travel in schools.How and why each fish does what it does is what makes their schooling so of equipment,but I had spent the whole day womrying about the experiment which was on the top of my agenda, puzzling to scientists.Now scientists think they have a clue as to why schooling is so common.It saves the fish energy-lots of energy. and I amazingly longed to shut off my anxious thoughts.So after dinner,I made a cup of hot chocolate,stretched A new study has compared the energy a fish uses as it swims.And moving in a school reduced the energy a myself on my sofa,and opened a page.Almost instantly,my mind left behind the details of experimental design fish used by more than half compared to when it swam alone,it found."The whole idea of measuring what it and stepped into a land of monsters,magic dust,and man-like bears comprising a wonderful world distinct from costs animals to move is an importantne,"says George Lauder,a fish biologist at Harvard University in my daily life.It was exactly what I needed. Cambridge,Mass.,and an author of the new study.Many physiologists have been looking into this for years,he notes."This is the first paper,I think,that's really measured that comprehensively." Growing up,I was virtually never a big fan of novels.My classmates would be crazy about the latest Hary Lauder and Zhang,also at Harvard,worked with giant danio,small fish that love to swim.Sometimes the Potter book,while my copy sat collecting dust on a shelf Instead,I would choose to read through the reference team put eight at a time into a water tank shaped a bit like a racetrack.Other times,they just put in a single fish. books related to my disciplines for better grades.After I started graduate school,extracurricular reading didn't The danio didn't loop (around the tank like race cars.Instead,they swam in one spot,like a iunner on a treadmill ()as a motor pushed the tank's water around,creating a current.As the fish swam,a special appeal to me at all,but I spent most of mytime on campus digesting research papers and textbooks and my mind device called a respirometer (measured how much oxygen they used.Oxygen helps to fuel muscles.For couldn't handle processing fact-filled nonfiction books at home,too.So I knew that I needed to find a way to example,people who sprint (use a lot of oxygen.Afterward,they often need a few minutes to recover and enjoy reading again. catch their breath.Here,the researchers used oxygen as a gauge (of how much energy the fish used to swim in place. To help me stick with it,I made a New Year's resolution:I would read two fiction books per month for the Researchers filmed giant danio in an experimental flow tank to study their movements and energy use.To entire year.The result was an almost instant appreciation of fiction,along with many unexpected results including make them swim fast-like a sprinter-the researchers increased the speed of the circulating water current.When ones that have benefited my schoolwork. they slowed the water,the fish slowed too.Schooling fish used less oxygen than when they swam alone.And, they took less time to recover from a sprint.In other words,they had an easier time"catching their breath"after What surprised me the most was how much I learned.Some of the best books I read were historical fictional schooling. stories happening in a realistic historical setting.I learned about life in different countries,as well as struggles By schooling,fish can save their energy for other important things,says Frank Fish.He works at West people there faced during difficult periods in their histories.The books have helped me build sympathy and Chester University in Pennsylvania,where he studies the dynamics of motion in animals.For instance,if fish are understanding,with an unexpected benefit:I've started to think more deeply about the diversity of issues in the young,they can put that energy into growth.As adults,they can use it to reproduce or to avoid predators 者). scientific community and could serve it,heart and soul. 61.In writing Paragraph 1,the author aims to 56.What did the author do to wipe out the anxiety? A.raise a question. B.make a comparison. A.He drowned it in chocolate B..He conducted an experiment. C.proposea definition. D.present an argument. 62.According to Paragraph 2,what is the key to the study? C.He slept on the sofa leisurely. D.He escaped into a fantasy world. A.Reducing the energy a fish uses while swimming. 57.What does the author mean by the underlined part in paragraph 2? B.How to force the fish to swim in schools. A.Reading novels was a waste of time. B.Reading a good book was time well spent. C.Measuring the cost of animal movement D.How to measure fish swimming habits comprehensively. C.He was too busy to take good care of his books.D.The Harry Potter book wasn't as good as expected. 63.What can we learn from Paragraph 3? 58.How did the New Year's resolution benefit the author? A.Giant danio loves to swim in circle. A.More sympathy went out to him. B.His moral values were strengthened. B.It was no way to measure how much oxygen the danio consumed C.He learned much about religious diversity.D.He gained new insight into his academic discipline. C.The danio usually swam in a fixed spot. D.The danio used little energy while sprinting. 59.What does the author mean by"unexpected benefit"in the last paragraph? 64.What is the author's purpose in writing Paragraph 4? A.The author's love for historical fictional stories. A.To stress the necessity of this experiment. B.The author's enhanced interest and dedication to the scientific community, B.To clarify the experimental method and result. C.To suggest a way to measure the energy used by fish. C.The author's growing knowledge of the world D.To emphasize the importance of the experiment. D.The author's courage and confidence in coping with difficultics. 65.What makes the best title for the passage? 60.What's the best title of the text? A.An Experiment with Giant Danio. B.Swimming in Schools Lets Fish Save Lots of Energy. A.Reading:A Lifelong Hobby B.The Power of Research Papers C.How does Giant Danio Swim? C.Novels:Love at Second Sight D.The Benefits of History Reading D.Giant Danio Likes Travelling in Schools. 第3页，共4顶 五、阅读表达（本大题共5小题，每小题2分，共10分） Many people believe that multitasking is an efient way to get more done in less time,assuming it boosts 阅读短文，按照题目要求用英语回答问题。 productivity in both personal and professional lives This common perception suggests that handling multiple Ed Jackson's team were attempting to scale a Himalayan peak.However,weeks into their expedition,they tasks at once allows individuals to maximize their time.However,research and real-world examples suggest that found themselves trapped overnight without water,food,or tents,facing temperatures around-30C.To stay alive, this belief might be misguided. they took tums keeping each other awake,knowing that falling asleep could be fatal.Despite the extreme Supporters of multitasking claim that it allows people to combine various activities into a smooth workflow, conditions,Jackson and his team managed to survive the night,their spirits unbroken. potentially resulting in improved time management.For example,a student might prepare for an exam while That night on the mountain wasn't Jackson's first brush with death.Five years earlier,as a professional listening to music,thinking it helps them stay focused,or a professional might answer emails during a conference rugby player,Jackson suffered a severe neck injury during a match,which nearly cost him his life.Doctors call,believing it makes their workday more efficient.The concept is that by handling multiple tasks at once,one warned him that he might spend the rest of his life in a wheelchair.This forced him to retire from rugby can achieve more within the same time frame. prematurely.The injury was a devastating(令人度惊的)blow,but Jackson was determined not to let it define However,numerous studies have shown that multitasking often has the opposite effect.Research conducted him. by Stanford University found that people who frequently multitask are actually less efficient at handling multiple Luckily,Jackson managed to discard his wheelchair six months after the accident.To commemorate the first tasks than those who focus on one task at a time.These multitaskers struggle to organize thoughts and ignore anniversary of his injury,he set an ambitious goal:to climb Mount Snowdon,the highest peak in Wales,despite unnecessary information,leading to decreased productivity.The American Psychological Association also notes still relying on crutches.The climb was exhausting,but Jackson's determination and spirit carried him to the that the cognitive cost of switching tasks can consume up to 40%of productive time,which significantly summit.This marked the beginning of his journey to conquer higher mountains.Four years later,he found undermines efficiency. himself in the Himalayas,facing challenges that tested his perseverance. Real-world examples show the negative aspects of multitasking.Adriver texting while navigating traffic is The physical and mental trials Jackson endured in the mountains profoundly impacted his recovery. more likely to have an accident due to divided attention.Similarly,an employee constantly switching between Realising the potential benefits for others,he co-founded the charity Millimeters to Mountains (M2M)with his tasks may produce lower quality work and take longer to complete projects.In contrast,companies that encourage wife Lois and friend Oily Barkley.M2M offers individuals who have suffered physical or psychological injuries focused work periods,such as using the Pomodoro Technique,report improved productivity and job satisfaction the opportunity to engage in challenging adventures worldwide,hamessing the healing power of nature.Through among employees. these adventures,participants find strength,hope,and a renewed sense of purpose.One participant,Alex,a To truly embrace single-tasking,several strategies can be applied.Prioritizing tasks by urgency and former soldier who lost both legs,found new strength and purpose after completing a challenging hike in the Alps, importance is key,using tools like Trello or Asana to track progress.Techniques such as the Pomodoro Technique, showing the transformative power of nature and adventure. which involves working on a single task for 25 minutes followed by a short break,help maintain focus and Jackson reflects,"I once felt utterly hopeless,believing my life was over due to my injury.But I truly prevent burnout. believe that what I'm doing,what we're building with the charity,and the incredible stories of those we help can Minimizing distractions is also crucial Establishing"quiet hours"for focused work without interruptions, spark a glimmer of hope in anyone,reminding us all that no matter how dark or hopeless things may seem in the and setting specific times for checking emails,can help maintain concentration.Additionally,building a moment,there's always a way to tum our lives around"Jackson's joumey from a near-death experience to workplace culture that values quality over quantity encourages thorough task completion. founding a charity that helps others overcome their own challenges is a testament to the power of resilience and Reevaluating our approach to productivity is essential.As more people recognize the benefits of focused the human spirit. work,a shift towards more effective task management may occur,leading to better outcomes for individuals and 71.What happened to Ed Jackson's team during their expedition in the Himalayas?(nomore than5 words) organizations alike.By putting these strategies into action,we can build a work environment that is more 72.What does the 3rd paragraph mainly talk about?(no more than 10 words) productive and rewarding. 73.Why did Jackson start the charity Millimeters to Mountains (M2M)?(no more than 10 words) 66.What do many people believe about multitasking according to the first paragraph? 74.What does the underlined part mean in Paragraph 5?(no more than 5 words) A.It reduces stress. B.It enhances creativity 75.What can you learn from Ed Jackson?Put it in your own words.(no more than 20 words) C.It improves social skills. D.It boosts productivity 六、书面表达（本大题共25分） 67.What do supporters of multitasking believe it helps achieve? 76.假设你的英国笔友Chs最近在邮件中向你倾诉，他进入高中后因学业压力大，经常熬夜玩手机、吃 A.Better teamwork B.Improved time management 快餐，导致精神状态变差，体重也有所上升。他希望你能给他一些关于健康生活方式的建议，请你根据以 C.Enhanced focus. D.Greater relaxation. 下提示，给他回一封邮件。要点如下： 68.What does the underline word"undermines"mean in Paragraph 3? l.表达对Chis现状的关心： A.Reduces.B.Measures. C.Achieves. D.Encourages. 2.从饮食、运动、睡眠三个方面给出具体建议： 69.What is one impact of multitasking mentioned in the fourth paragraph? 3.鼓励Chis坚持健康生活方式，并期待他的好消息。 A.It improves job satisfaction. B.It reduces task completion time. 要求： C.It causes divided attention D.It increases productivity. 1词数100字左右：2开头和结尾已经给出，不计入总词数：3.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。 70.What is the author's intention in writing this passage? Dear Chris, A.To describe the history of multitasking. B.To explain how to multitask effectively. C.To share personal experiences with multitasking. D.To present research on the downsides of multitasking. Yours, LiJin 第4页，共4页