2026届广东省高三上学期第二次模拟预测英语试题

密★启用前 广东省2026届普通高中毕业班第二次调研考试 英语 2025.12 本试卷共8页，满分120分，考试用时120分钟。 注意事项：1.答卷前，考生务必在答题卡写上考生姓名、考生号、考场号、座位号等相关信息。 2.选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答案涂在答题卡相应的位置上。 3.非选择题必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区 域内；如需改动的，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案；不准使用铅笔和涂 改液，不按以上要求作答的答案无效。 4.考生必须保持答题卡的整洁，考试结束后，将试卷和答题卡一并交回。 第二部分阅读理解（共两节，满分50分) 第一节（共15小题：每小题2.5分，满分37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳答案。 B If you're concerned about the cost of gas and the environmental impact of gas-powered cars,and don't want to worry about the charging challenges associated with the pure electric vehicle(EV),it's time to take a closer look at a hybrid (electric vehicle(HEV).While salespeople might simply advise you to "plug in daily and use gas for longer trips,"understanding the underlying mechanics is key to determining if an HEV truly fits your needs.Essentially,an HEV offers you the best of gas cars and EVs. An HEV has two sources of power:an internal combustion (engine (ICE)and at least one electric motor.There are two main types of HEV:parallel (hybrid and series hybrid. The parallel hybrid(PHEV)aims to keep the core designs of the conventional gas-powered vehicles while lowering the operation costs and improving environmental performance.Reduced to its basics,its system uses ICE and electric motors to power the wheels-either together or independently.This structure performs reliably on long-distance journeys and complex road conditions,where the combustion engine operates efficiently. In the case of series hybrid(SHEV),the vehicle runs only on electricity,which is from the battery. When the battery is exhausted,the ICE switches on-not to drive the wheels directly,but to power the generator and charge the battery.This setup offers smoother and quieter driving operation which is similar to pure electric vehicles.It's generally more eco-friendly,and further reduces the cost of use. In today's market,conventional gas cars are going significantly cheaper,while stylish pure electric vehicles have become symbols of modern status.The HEV,striking a practical balance between these two extremes,certainly deserves a closer look. 英语第1页（共8页） Parallel Series Properties Hybrid hybrid Urban Efficiency Lower Higher Highway Efficiency Higher Lower Tank Fuel Consumption Higher Lower Power Performance Higher Lower ParallelHybrid Series Hybrid Sales Price Lower Higher 21.What is an advantage of HEVs compared with other types of vehicles? A.They're simpler in design. B.They're cheaper to purchase. C They're more eco-friendly. D.They're more practical to use. 22.What does the ICE in a series hybrid car directly work on? A.Replacing the generator. B.Driving the wheels. C.Starting the electric motor. D.Charging the battery. 23.In which aspect are PHEVs generally better than SHEVs? A.Mountain road driving. B.In-city transportation. C.Waste gases production D.Vehicle running costs. B The sun hangs heavy over central Iraq in the late afternoon,painting the ruins of Babylon in heat and light.Dust rises from the ground in soft clouds,creating a scene that seems older than time itself.In this moment the city feels both empty and timeless,its silence broken only by the visitors who have come to stand in the footprints of kings. Once,Babylon was the jewel of Mesopotamia,the city that gave its name to entire eras-the Old, Middle,and New Babylonian periods.It was here where grand temples and palaces were built,and where poets and historians imagined one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World:the Hanging Gardens. Ancient Greek and Roman writers described them as a green paradise(),watered by artful pumps that lifted water from the Euphrates River.According to tales,Nebuchadnezzar,then King of Babylon,had them built for his queen who longed for the forested mountains of her homeland. For some Iraqi archaeologists(考古学家)，the gardens are more than fairy tales..Some believe the gardens were located near the city of Hillah,about a two-hour drive south of the capital Baghdad,while others point to Nineveh,hundreds of miles to the north.For travelers,however,the debate hardly matters. Standing among the ruins,it takes a good imagination to think of the gardens that left no marks to follow. In recent times,conservation work has been carried out to restore parts of Babylon.With the many challenges the site faces,it is often individuals rather than institutions that keep Babylon's stories alive.We met a 22-year-old tour guide Hashem,who was enthusiastic about introducing Iraqi history to foreigners. He graduated from the University of Babylon with a degree in biomedical engineering,and after that he turned to tourism,where his knowledge and command of English came in handy. Beyond its broken walls,Babylon continues to cast its spell.Visitors come and express admiration, wondering how the Hanging Gardens once rose from the desert plain.The ruins may be gone some day,but the tales will live on. 英语第2页（共8页） 24.Why does the writer describe the ruins of Babylon in paragraph 1? A.To explain the reasons for its destruction. B.To highlight its heavy boring atmosphere. C.To create a contrast with its splendid past. D.To express admiration for its great history. 25.What do archaeologists disagree about regarding the Hanging Gardens? A.Its location. B.Its origin. C.Its designer. D.Its influence. 26.What does the author want to show by telling Hashem's story? A.The restoration work provides job opportunities. B.Ordinary people contribute to preserving history. C.Tourism is successful in areas with a rich culture. D.The country is in need of energetic young people. 27.What does the underlined phrase"cast its spell"in the last paragraph probably mean? A.Remain in ruins. B.Disappear over time. C.Hold great charm. D.Make people puzzled. C So,you've finished that dull book.You sat through the movie you paid for,super bored.Stood in a long queue for that milk tea.Paid much for the luxury handbag-expensive nonsense. What do these have in common?They're all examples of what economists call“sunk costs(沉设成 )"the price you've already paid-in time,money,effort,suffering,for an item or an experience-holds you to them.It's a phenomenon we all recognize.It affects our behavior in ways that can be unreasonable. But we do it. To avoid the situation,economists tell us to make decisions based mainly on future value,not past investment.If the ongoing cost outweighs the expected benefit,one should cut their losses and walk away. It hurts,yes,but this cold,clear logic protects us from going broke. Yet,life is rarely so neatly calculated.This purely economic view raises difficult questions:Does the value of an experience lie only in its outcome,or also in the process?A joyful journey with an ordinary goal and a painful one aimed at a splendid achievement,which one is more worthwhile? When it comes to education,the sunk costs theory doesn't seem applicable.Parents and teachers pour immeasurable amount of investment-love,time,hope,money-into the growth of a child.Will the child turn out the way they expect?No guarantee.If we view this through a strict cost-benefit angle,much of education can be written off as a"sunk cost."Education is obviously different from the commercial world. A child's growth cannot be planned like a business strategy;it unfolds like a unique and unpredictable story. We can't dream his dreams or live his life;we can only build the stage,and light his path. In education we have to hold onto this faith:everything we do for a child is worthwhile.Every act of love is like offering light and water to a seed;while we can't see its roots grow underground,we know it. That child will blossom (some day.Not all that has cost is sunk. 28.Which of the following best describes the examples in paragraph 1? A.Boring but beneficial. B.Interesting but worthless. C.Joyful and worthwhile. D.Senseless and regrettable. 英语第3页（共8页） 29.What do economists advise us to do to avoid sunk costs? A.Focus on the outcome. B.Ignore the future losses. C.Calculate the past cost. D.Pursue the hidden gains. 30.What is the writer's attitude towards the investment in education? A.Indifferent. B.Favorable. C.Balanced. D.Critical. 31.Why does the author write the text? A.To promote a principle B.To correct a misbehavior. C.To challenge a concept D.To present a phenomenon. 0 Three scientists made groundbreaking discoveries on the working mechanism of the immune system (免疫系统).They identified“regulatory T cells,.”which function as the immune system's security guards,. preventing immune cells from attacking the body's own tissues and causing severe autoimmune diseases. The immune system's primary role is to distinguish foreign microbes()from the body's own cells and then attack them.However,microbes can develop similarities to human cells.If this pretence succeeds,it can lead to a form of biological"friendly fire,"where the immune system mistakenly attacks the body's own cells. It was long believed that the immune system was mainly protected by T cells that can recognize and kill microbes.However,some puzzling autoummune reactions pointed to the existence of another,more complex regulator.Immunologist Shimon is among the scientists who conducted further research.In 1995, he discovered in mice that there is a particular group of immune cells,which he named"regulatory T cells," working as the body's security guards that stop immune cells from attacking self-tissues. Meanwhile in the early 2000s,bio-technologists Brunkow and Ramsdell investigated why a specific type of mouse was particularly sensitive to autoimmune diseases.Their experiments took many years. While mapping a mouse's genome (today takes only days,back then it was like looking for a needle in a huge pile of straw.They finally found the source of trouble was a variation of the gene named Foxp3,and further discovered that a similar error in a human's gene causes IPEX syndrome,a serious autoimmune disease. Afterwards,Shimon linked their research to his own,proving that Foxp3 aids in the creation and the operation of regulatory T cells,ensuring that the immune system is strong enough to fight off microbes and at the same time controlled enough not to injure the body. Their foundational discoveries have paved the way for potential new treatments for autoimmune conditions,as well as more effective cancer treatments and reduced complications after organ transplants. 32.What is the result of"friendly fire"? A.Killing of foreign microbes. B.Wrong attack on human cells. C.Immune cells'development. D.Microbes'successful disguise. 33.Why did Shimon conduct the mice research? A.To win an award. B.To solve a puzzle. C.To treat a disease. D.To defend a belief. 英语第4页（共8页） 34.What's the purpose of mentioning"a needle in a huge pile of straw"in paragraph 4? A.To introduce the long history of medical science. B.To emphasize the important role of the lab mice. C.To stress the difficulty of doing the experiments. D.To show the rareness of an autoimmune disease. 35.What is the root reason of autoimmune diseases according to the discoveries? A.An error happens to the Foxp3 gene. B.Regulatory T cells are distinguished. C.The immune system is under attack. D.Microbes force into the human body 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能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 Horace,the famous Roman poet who lived from 65 BC to 8 BC,once said,"The poet's aim is to combine the delightful and the useful."A poet will take insights into our world covered in fog and cut through that fog to reveal the truth beneath in their poetry.36 Poetry is rich in wisdom and knowledge,yet it is often remarkably brief in form.We're living in a world where everything becomes so fast-paced that it's hard to focus on anything for long.37It allows us to start and finish something of value within life's small windows of time-whether we're waiting for the bus with our child,or seeking a meaningful thought to share at the dinner table.It can be spoken over our audience,or used to start a deeper discussion. Similar to the way in which poetry reveals hidden,yet familiar truths,it can also reveal hidden yet familiar beauty.When a poet uses beautiful language to describe elements of beauty within our world,we may feel shocked.38 Only then will we realize that we have never fully appreciated the things around us.We begin to learn the art of treasuring what we have. 39 By thoughtfully engaging with poetry,we step into the perspectives of others.In the process, we will sharpen our awareness,deepen our empathy(同s理心)，and actively expand our emotional intelligence. To pass down the power of poetry to the next generation,it's best to develop a love and appreciation for it in our children from an early age.40 This practice offers an opportunity to create a bonding experience and lasting memories. A.A short poem is a gift for us. B.Poems can inspire us in a number of ways. C.In this way,poetry helps us understand the world better. D.Poetry fuels our curiosity and unlocks further exploration. E.It involves spending plenty of time reading poems together. F.Poetry gives voice to our shared human emotions and experiences. G.Suddenly we become aware of the beauty so close yet unseen before. 英语第5页（共8页） 第三部分语言知识运用（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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳 选项。 Last October,my family took a camping trip to Lake Houston Wilderness Park.It was an early 41 afternoon,and the warm sun cast a golden42 over the whole park.We made our way along the path, feeling the gentle wind through the trees and listening to the cracking sound of dried 43 beneath our feet. As dark fell,the air grew 44.We'd just finished setting up our tent when it suddenly began to rain. My parents jumped up and hurried to 45 things with a plastic cloth,but to me,the 46 rain meant fun. We ducked into the tent and wrapped ourselves in warm blankets.With raindrops falling on the tent,we 47 snacks,stories and laughter in the heart of nature. Then,out of nowhere,we heard heavy48approaching,alarmingly close.Before we could react,the tent 49 around us,trapping us in a mess.We 50:Was it a wild man?A forest monster?Heart racing, we51 ourselves out from under the tent,only to see some cattle hurrying away-they had52over our tent ropes in the way. As we stood there,catching our breath,we noticed the 53 had stopped completely.The night sky had 54 into a deep blue,decorated with countless stars and a silvery moon.After taking a moment to set the tent back up,we lit a campfire and started barbecuing in the bright moonlight.It was truly a(n)55 and memorable night! 41.A.spring B.summer C.autumn D.winter 42.A.light B.shadow C.fire D.thread 43.A.fruits B.stones C.insects D.leaves 44.A.thin B.cool C.calm D.fine 45.A.hold B.cover C.repair D.gather 46.A.unwelcome B.unrecorded C.unending D.unexpected 47.A.ate B.shared C.made D.passed 48.A.footsteps B.heartbeats C.thunderstorms D.gunshots 49.A.circled B.flew C.collapsed D.shook 50.A.hesitated B.cheered C.panicked D.debated 51.A.drove B.threw C.pulled D.picked 52.A.jumped B.dropped C.rolled D.tripped 53.A.rain B.cattle C.laughter D.show 54.A.got B.rushed C.sank D.cleared 55.A.adventurous B.instructive C.romantic D.familiar 英语第6页（共8页） 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。 "Sponge city"is a revolutionary approach to urban design.The concept,first 56(propose)by Chinese landscape architect Kongjian Yu,uses natural water systems in urban sites57(reduce)the possibility of flooding,water shortages and the urban heat island effect,and it is now being practised all over the world. Having grown up in rural China,Yu developed an awareness of the 58(season)movement of natural waterways and the role of vegetation in regulating their flow.Witnessing the effectiveness of Chinese irrigation (networks helped him develop the sponge city philosophy,59 eventually became part of China's urbanism policy in 2014.He60(award)the 2023 Oberlander Prize for his work addressing climate-change-worsened urban flooding. The"sponginess,"or a city's ability to absorb rainwater,is 61 key measure to fight climate change. A city's sponginess is affected by the balance between blue(ponds,lakes),green(grass,trees)62 grey (buildings,hard surfaces)infrastructure ()Sponge cities work in tune with nature to quickly absorb heavy rainfall and later release the extra water into rivers and water systems slowly,63(avoid) the risk of a rapid rise in water levels. There are some good examples of"spongy cities,"and Auckland in New Zealand 64(top)the list. It's mainly due to the green and blue infrastructure that covers half of its urban area.Others,65 Chongqing and Wuhan in China,have kicked off sponge city pilot programs in response to growing climate threats. 第四部分写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 假定你是李华，近期你去博物馆时，发现越来越多低龄儿童参与观展。请给英国笔友Chis写一 封邮件讨论这一现象，内容包括： 1.你的观察； 2.你的看法。 注意： 1.写作词数应为80个左右； 2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Dear Chris, How are things going?I'm writing to discuss with you a phenomenon in the museum. Yours sincerely, LiHua 英语第7页（共8页） 第二节（满分25分） 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 I've recently become interested in mountain climbing.It's mainly due to my friend Tim,an experienced hiker.Initially,I saw hiking as pointless-exhausting muscles under the burning sun,carrying heavy loads,with no easy way back.Why endure (that? Last month,Tim convinced me to join him in climbing a small hill.To my surprise,the view from the top was breathtaking.I witnessed an amazing sunset over the sea.That humble peak offered unexpected joy, awakening a desire for more-cloud seas,sunrises,and bird's-eye views.After a few more mountain climbing attempts,I declared,"I will challenge the Hero's Route!"It was a demanding 20-kilometer trail (小径)across several high peaks,a test of“heroes.” But Tim tried to cool me down."It's not easy,"he warned."It requires training,not just enthusiasm." But I believed"Nothing is impossible in front of a willing heart,"so the following weekend I set off alone without telling Tim.I decided to give him a big surprise. At the foot of the mountain,I saw some groups of climbers with walkie-talkies.I laughed-real heroes journey alone.The first peak was rewarding,with cool winds and glimpses of the sea.But as I pushed onward,the trail turned wild and rugged.Steep rocks forced me to crawl on all fours.The sky darkened, threatening rain.Tiredness set in,and the other climbers had all overtaken me,leaving me completely alone. The trail seemed endless.Rain soon poured and I was wet through.The rocks became slippery,making every step a struggle.To make matters worse,my phone had no signal.Desperation mounted in me. Around 5:30 PM,there were still two peaks ahead.Exhausted and having barely progressed,I found a weak signal on my phone and hurriedly called Tim.He was shocked,but after checking my location,he calmly gave me instructions."Stop going ahead.You've just passed a side trail down to a village.It is marked with a blue ribbon )Find it and take the path-I'll meet you midway." 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。 But now I hesitated,because taking the side trail meant failure. Climbing down the path to the village at night was still very challenging. 英语第8页（共8页）