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重庆八中高2026届12月适应性月考（四） 英语试题 注意事项： 1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号等填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。 2. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 3. 考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 注意，听力部分答题时，请先将答案标在试卷上。听力部分结束前，你将有两分钟的时间将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。每段对话读两遍。 1. What happened to Lily? A. She got up late. B. She broke her clock. C. She forgot to pick the man up. 2. What will Henry do first? A. Plant trees. B. Build a path. C. Grow vegetables. 3. How much will the speakers tip the waiter? A. $5. B. $10. C. $15. 4. Who drove Amy home? A. Her grandad. B. Jane’s dad. C. Jane’s brother. 5. What are the speakers talking about? A. A writer. B. TV dramas. C. Historical novels. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7两个小题。 6. What are the speakers doing? A. Driving to a hotel. B. Parking near a theatre. C. Looking for a parking space. 7. How will the speakers get back to the hotel? A. On foot. B. By taxi. C. By bus. 听下面一段对话，回答第8至第10三个小题。 8. Why does the woman enjoy computer games less now? A. She is too tired after work. B. She hates the long download time. C. She finds games not creative enough. 9. What does the man say about board games? A. They are out of date. B. They are too simple. C. They are more interactive. 10. What do the speakers probably decide to do together? A. Play a board game. B. Try a new computer game. C Quit the habit of playing games. 听下面一段对话，回答第11至第13三个小题。 11. What does the woman advise young actors to do? A. Work hard. B. Learn from a role model. C. Jump at opportunities. 12. Who taught the woman how to act? A. Helen Miller. B. Stephen Smith. C. Judy Black. 13. Where does the conversation probably take place? A. On a movie set. B. In a TV studio. C. In a theater backstage. 听下面一段对话，回答第14至第16三个小题。 14. What’s the probable relationship between the speakers? A. Colleagues. B. Brother and sister. C. Student and fire supervisor. 15. What day is it today? A. Monday. B. Tuesday. C. Wednesday. 16. What will the woman probably do next? A. Call a charity organization. B Contact Shelley through email. C. Help the man sort the alarms out. 听下面一段独白，回答第17至第20四个小题。 17. What does the speaker think of the graduating class? A. They are hard-working. B. They are experienced. C. They are gifted. 18. What is the speaker most likely to be good at? A. Modern painting. B. Fashion design. C. Photo taking. 19. Who is the first student artist to speak? A. James Smith. B. Jane Goodman. C. Michael Watts. 20. What is the speaker doing? A. Giving a class. B. Awarding prizes. C. Hosting an exhibition. 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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A The National Geographic Traveller (UK) Photography Competition is open for entries — and we’re after your most spectacular shots from the past year. To be in with a chance of having your work published in the magazine, submit your images in up to four categories. Judged by industry-leading photographers and editors, the competition is your opportunity to be noticed and win a luxury three-night break. THE CATEGORIES ●People More often than not, it’s the people you encounter that make a trip — but it can be difficult capturing the character of someone you’ve only just met. Have you managed it? ●Landscape Shooting a landscape might seem easy, but few can really draw out the defining features. Can you identify fascinating contrasts, or show a level of detail that others can’t see? ●Wildlife Wildlife is one of the great wonders of travel. Spotting creatures in their natural habitat can be about luck — capturing them with your camera is not. ●Food Whether it’s a local farmer bringing in the harvest or chefs hard at work in a street kitchen, this category celebrates every stage of the cooking journey from field to fork. THE PRIZE The Grand Prize winner, from the four categories, will receive a luxury three-night escape to a UK hotel of their choice, courtesy of Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH). With over 600 hotels in 90 destinations, including 36 in the UK, SLH offers unique and charming stays with a strong sense of place, from stylish city-center hotels to countrified fishermen’s huts. The prize includes the SLH Book, a limited-edition coffee-table book featuring the brand’s beautifully organized collections of products. ENTER NOW The competition closes on 14 January 2026 at 11:59 pm. The winner must be a resident of the UK or Ireland and aged 18 or over. Judges to be announced. If you need to see full T & Cs (terms and conditions), visit the magazine’s website. 1. Which of the following photos can be an entry? A A picture of downtown skyscrapers. B. A portrait of a worker making forks. C. A scene of a pet dog sleeping at home. D. An image of strangers with vivid personalities. 2. What prize will the winner get? A. Free stays in SLH’s 36 huts. B. A book accessible to the masses. C. Three nights in an elegant hotel. D. Comments from leading experts. 3. Where is this text probably taken from? A. A magazine. B. A website. C. A brochure. D. A coffee-table book. B It’s January 2022 and my seven-year-old son is standing on his skateboard at the top of a concrete slope (斜坡). He looks scared, and I’m urging him to try, almost begging. The reason for my enthusiasm? Just a few weeks earlier, I stood frozen in that same spot before taking my own leap. I know how amazed he’ll feel afterward, so we take baby steps. Finally, he does it all on his own. As he makes it, his smile lights up the entire skatepark. There’s something magical about skateboarding: In a flash, fright turns into delight. My husband and I began skating even when we are in our 40s, so that we could learn alongside our son. As a “later skater”, I’ve come to realize that everything seems impossible until you try it. At the time, I had no idea how much I would gain from the not-so-simple art of standing sideways. First, skateboarding teaches determination because progress comes from efforts. No matter how skilled the crowd or how gravity-defying (反重力的) the moves, you’ll see just as many tricks going wrong as right. Irish writer Samuel Beckett could have been speaking for skaters when he wrote: “Try again. Fail again. Fail better.” There are also plenty of sensible benefits, such as mindfulness. When you’re skateboarding, it’s almost impossible to think of anything else. What magic it is to step on a piece of wood with four little wheels and be transported to a place where your head is emptied and the outside world can’t touch you. The best part, though? The community. My husband, son and I are part of an informal group of parents and children who skate together. We love it, from the clear ringing sound beneath our wheels to the way the sun makes the graffiti-covered buildings pop with color. We make friends and learn from one another. We face our fears side by side, cheer for the highs, and share the falls. 4. Why did the author urge her son to try? A. She was troubled by his falling behind. B. She wanted him to defeat fear quickly. C. She worried about his lack of enthusiasm. D. She wished him to enjoy the delight after fear. 5. What is the author’s purpose in mentioning Samuel Beckett? A. To explain how to avoid failures. B. To prove skateboarding needs talent. C. To stress the value of consistent efforts. D. To show sports’ influence on literature. 6. What is the benefit of skateboarding according to Paragraph 4? A. It makes people think more clearly. B. It helps keep the distractions away. C. It encourages skaters to build connections. D. It speeds skaters to escape from chasers. 7. What message does the author convey in the text? A. Any risky sport is worth trying. B. Courageous attempts lead to growth. C. Parents should push children to take risks. D. Constant failure ensures ultimate success. C What is your favorite work of art? Now imagine it was created by artificial intelligence (AI). A recent U.S. survey explored public views on AI-generated art. The results were clear: most participants disliked art made entirely by AI. They believed human art possesses an emotional depth that machines cannot — and perhaps should not — reproduce. In fact, over 60% said they would like their favorite piece of art less if it was AI-generated with no human involvement. The core issue is that we seek the human experience in art. We want to see the artist’s personal touch, their story, and their effort. As one respondent noted, a film like Good Will Hunting is valued as “a masterpiece of the human experience.” As philosopher John Dewey wrote, art is a fundamental form of communication. If great art comes from human emotions, what is the role of AI? The survey found people are open to AI as a tool. When asked if AI users are artists, 42% said “Yes, but only if they provide significant guidance.” Only 13% considered AI users artists without reservation. This suggests that people see AI as an assistant to human creativity, not a replacement for the artist. This is important because art can be inaccessible. Many face barriers like cost lack of resources, or physical limitations. For instance, professional tools and training are often expensive or geographically limited. AI has the potential to lower these barriers, making creation more accessible to everyone. For example, some professionals are already using AI to help new storytellers. However, we often value effort and handmade items more. Therefore, for AI-assisted art to be trusted, it needs a clear connection to the author’s unique vision. Art forms that rely heavily on genuine human connection, like movies and podcasts (播客), were seen as least suitable for AI creation. In conclusion, while AI’s role in art will grow, our survey shows that people value it most as a means of human connection and prefer it to assist rather than replace the artist. 8. What is the main finding of the survey? A. Public resistance to fully AI art is common. B. AI is incapable of creating emotionally deep art. C. Most people refuse to accept any form of AI art. D. AI art is considered more valuable for its efficiency. 9. What’s the major reason behind the finding? A. The concern about art’s cost and access. B. The demand for guidance during creation. C. The appreciation for human individuality in art. D. The recognition of art as human communication. 10. What does the author try to convey in Paragraph 5? A. The function of AI in supporting art creators. B. The threat of AI-assisted art to traditional art. C. The potential of human efforts being replaced. D. The value of human involvement in art creation. 11. Which of the following can be the best title for the text? A. The AI Artist: A Rising Force in Art B. AI’s Role in Art: A Tool, Not a Replacement C. Human Art: The Unbeatable Human Element D. AI’s Creativity: The Limits of Smart Technology D Even desert cities could pull drinking water from the air. A yearlong study in Chile’s Atacama Desert suggests that a simple method of harvesting water from fog could help ease water shortages for urban areas. This innovative approach has gained renewed attention as climate change worsens the lack of water in dry regions. The research, led by geographer Virginia Carter Gamberini, focused on the city of Alto Hospicio. The team found that using large nets, it was possible to collect between 0.2 and 5 liters of fog water per square meter daily. The amount collected changes depending on the height of the area and how thick the fog is, with places located higher showing better results. “This shows fog water can be a practical addition,” Gamberini said, highlighting its potential as an additional water source. The need for such solutions is urgent. Chile suffers from a severe long-term drought, and its water resources are poorly managed. In addition, population growth and industrial expansion are increasing water demand. Much of the region’s groundwater is taken away for mining and agriculture, leaving cities like Alto Hospicio, which relies on water trucked in from distant aquifer (含水层) drill sites, in a risky situation. The collection process is straightforward. When wet fog, known locally as “camanchaca”, rolls in, a net sheet, acting as a barrier that catches the water in the air, is set up to capture tiny water droplets. The water then falls into a specially designed channel, which is impermeable, preventing the precious water from being lost into the dry ground. Despite its promise, fog harvesting alone cannot fully meet the city’s demand, which reaches about300,000 liters weekly. However, the research team views it as a workable and sustainable strategy. Gamberini concluded on an optimistic note, stating that this approach “may offer a small bloom of hope in the desert” for water-stressed cities. 12. What is the main purpose of the research? A. To evaluate the daily output of fog water collection. B. To explore a potential solution to Chile’s climate change. C To help address the water shortage faced by desert communities. D. To improve the efficiency of water transportation from distant sources. 13. What is the direct cause of water stress in cities like Alto Hospicio? A. The lack of rainfall throughout the year. B. The overuse of groundwater by other industries. C. The failure of local water management policies. D. The high cost of transporting water from distant sources. 14. What does the underlined word “impermeable” in Paragraph 4 mean? A. Able to be moved easily. B. Very expensive to produce. C. Capable of absorbing water quickly. D. Not allowing water to pass through. 15. What is Gamberini’s attitude towards the future of fog harvesting? A. Realistic and positive. B. Critical and dismissive. C. Enthusiastic and ambitious. D. Uncertain and hesitant. 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。 How to Have Good Mental Health Most people understand the importance of a healthy body, but many overlook the value of mental health. Good mental health makes life more enjoyable and promotes better physical health. To be truly healthy, you must care for both body and mind. ____16____ Feeling good about yourself is crucial. A powerful technique is to actively question your inner critic. When a negative thought arises, ask yourself: “Is this thought true? Is it kind?” ____17____. This shift in perspective, such as changing “I never get anything right” to “Sometimes I fail, but I also succeed,” can significantly reduce self- doubt. Equally important is learning to focus on your strengths during challenging times, reminding yourself of the qualities that have helped you overcome past challenges. Coping with Stress Stress can harm both mental and physical health. Fortunately, there are effective ways to manage it. Practices like deep breathing and focusing on the present moment can decrease anxiety. Physical exercise also plays a significant role, as it releases natural chemicals that improve mood. While it may feel like the last thing you want to do when stressed, it’s worth pushing through that initial resistance. ____18____. Managing Negative Emotions Dealing with strong emotions is part of life. It is vital to develop the ability to process these feelings in a healthy way. ____19____ The goal is to develop healthy outlets. Furthermore, practicing self-awareness by noticing your feelings without immediate judgment allows for more thoughtful and controlled responses. Maintaining Healthy Relationships Strong social support is vital for mental wellness. ____20____. Trust, respect, and good communication are the foundations of positive connections. In contrast, relationships that are characterized by control, blame, or that consistently make you feel bad are likely unhealthy. Learning to assess your relationships and intentionally care for the supportive ones is fundamental to your mental well-being. A. Building Positive Self- images B. Accepting Your imperfections C. Even a short walk can make a noticeable difference D. Another key strategy involves revising these negative narratives E. You can also set aside time each day to do sports and listen to music F. This involves distinguishing supportive connections from stressful ones G. This could mean talking with a friend, listening to music, or simply taking a walk 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和D 四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 “Daddy, please take me to AstroWorld. Can you? Will you?” begged my four-year-old daughter, Shawn. I didn’t want to go to the amusement park, but what was I going to say, ____21____ when I looked into my daughter’s big, brown eyes? It was made even more ____22____ by the fact that I was disabled — having been ____23____ in the head as an innocent bystander to a robbery. Plus, we were in the middle of a steamy Houston summer. In the end, I ____24____. We stood in line for the first ride, ____25____ our way up for forty-five minutes until we finally got to the front. Shawn climbed onto the ride first, her excitement ____26____, followed by me climbing in ____27____ to sit down next to her. The ride attendant ____28____ us, buckled (系安全带) us in, and said, “Sir, I could ____29____ by the way you walked that you’re disabled. We have two policies for disabled guests: They get to go to the ____30____ of the line, and they get to ride twice.” I was not annoyed by the attendant’s ____31____. However, my daughter looked up at me, ____32____ from ear to ear, and yelled, “DADDY, THANK GOD YOU WERE SHOT” At first, I sat there in ____33____. However, I quickly realized that my young daughter was teaching me something very ____34____ that day: With everything that is bad, there has to be some good. Shawn was teaching me to always look for the ____35____. 21. A. consequently B. typically C. especially D. basically 22. A. amusing B. difficult C. appealing D. unfortunate 23. A. shot B. knocked C. struck D. impacted 24. A. showed up B. gave in C. worked out D. took over 25. A. marching B. pushing C. feeling D. inching 26. A. spreading B. falling C. building D. working 27. A. directly B. naturally C. quickly D. awkwardly 28. A. instructed B. approached C. comforted D. served 29. A. tell B. doubt C. assess D. consider 30. A. outside B. top C. front D. back 31. A. comments B. policies C. blame D. understanding 32. A. stretched B. called C. whispered D. smiled 33. A. excitement B. shock C. despair D. silence 34. A. valuable B. reliable C. acceptable D. respectable 35. A. golden chance B. green light C. silver lining D. amusement park 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 Jane Goodall, a scientist whose studies of wild chimpanzees have made her a household name, died on October 1, 2025, at the age of 91. ____36____ (consider) the world’s leading expert on chimpanzees, she found her approach initially met with much ____37____ (criticize) from other scientists. She observed the animals in the forest, ____38____ (give) them names and documenting their unique personalities. However, Goodall never doubted ____39____ she was doing was right. She owed this courage ____40____ her mother, who stayed with her in the early days of her research when authorities opposed a young girl working alone in the forest. The world took notice of her work when her first article ____41____ (publish) in 1963. In 1965, she earned her doctorate and founded the Gombe Stream Research Center with her husband. The center, ____42____ she dedicated decades of her life, is now home to the longest, most ____43____ (detail) study of an animal in its natural habitat anywhere in the world. Goodall established her own institute in 1977, working closely with Gombe National Park’s surrounding communities ____44____ (advance) human prospects and guard natural treasures. Even in her 80s, she traveled about 300 days a year to meet with world leaders about climate change. Her pioneering work, which challenged previous conceptions of human uniqueness, forever changed how we view nature _____45_____ (it). 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 假如你是学生会主席李华，你校将举行“科技赋能元宵灯会”(Tech-Powered Lantern Festival)活动，请你用英语给国际部留学生写一封邀请信。内容包括： 1. 活动介绍； 2. 鼓励参与。 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 fellow schoolmates, _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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。 My brother’s wedding brought us to Mexico City. It is a beautiful place with amazing food, but it also has an alarming crime rate, including kidnappings (绑架) of tourists. Before arriving, my sister-in-law-to-be, who lived there, relayed all the safety tips. “Never get in a red-and-gold cab. Those aren’t licensed, and anyone can paint their car, abduct you, steal your money, and make you empty the ATM,” she said. Her smile didn’t match the severity of the warning. “Check. Avoid red-and-gold cabs,” I replied. On the day of the wedding, my husband and I were to be separated. My sister-in-law had arranged for my mother and me to have our hair and makeup done in my hotel room. Once our transformation was complete, we’d head to the hotel shuttle (班车) to take us safely to the wedding pictures at the venue, which was only across the street. We could have walked if it weren’t for the heels we were spending the next twelve hours swelling in. We stood outside our hotel awaiting transport. In Mexico City, weddings are formal affairs. We were wearing gowns (礼服), so the locals knew there was a wedding. A coach pulled up in front of us, and the hotel staff seated us. All the other rows were full of people in gowns and suits. The occupants were having heated conversations in Spanish. I don’t speak Spanish. We asked the driver if we were on the right transport, and the answer was a nod. Hundreds of Spanish-speaking people were going to my brother’s wedding. I had only met five of them at that point, and all of them were currently at the hotel smiling for the camera, so it was reasonable to assume the driver was correct. The van (客车) headed in the direction we were going when I realized that everyone else had plans to attend the same wedding — and it wasn’t my brother’s. 注意： 1. 续写词数应为150左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 The van turned around and drove past our destination. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Having dropped off all other passengers, the driver made a call and a red-and-gold cab came soon. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 重庆八中高2026届12月适应性月考（四） 英语试题 注意事项： 1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号等填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。 2. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 3. 考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 注意，听力部分答题时，请先将答案标在试卷上。听力部分结束前，你将有两分钟的时间将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。每段对话读两遍。 1. What happened to Lily? A. She got up late. B. She broke her clock. C. She forgot to pick the man up. 2. What will Henry do first? A. Plant trees. B. Build a path. C. Grow vegetables. 3. How much will the speakers tip the waiter? A. $5. B. $10. C. $15. 4. Who drove Amy home? A. Her grandad. B. Jane’s dad. C. Jane’s brother. 5. What are the speakers talking about? A. A writer. B. TV dramas. C. Historical novels. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7两个小题。 6. What are the speakers doing? A. Driving to a hotel. B. Parking near a theatre. C. Looking for a parking space. 7. How will the speakers get back to the hotel? A. On foot. B. By taxi. C. By bus. 听下面一段对话，回答第8至第10三个小题。 8. Why does the woman enjoy computer games less now? A. She is too tired after work. B. She hates the long download time. C. She finds games not creative enough. 9. What does the man say about board games? A. They are out of date. B. They are too simple. C. They are more interactive. 10. What do the speakers probably decide to do together? A. Play a board game. B. Try a new computer game. C. Quit the habit of playing games. 听下面一段对话，回答第11至第13三个小题。 11. What does the woman advise young actors to do? A. Work hard. B. Learn from a role model. C. Jump at opportunities. 12. Who taught the woman how to act? A. Helen Miller. B. Stephen Smith. C. Judy Black. 13. Where does the conversation probably take place? A. On a movie set. B. In a TV studio. C. In a theater backstage. 听下面一段对话，回答第14至第16三个小题。 14 What’s the probable relationship between the speakers? A. Colleagues. B. Brother and sister. C. Student and fire supervisor. 15. What day is it today? A. Monday. B. Tuesday. C. Wednesday. 16. What will the woman probably do next? A. Call a charity organization. B Contact Shelley through email. C. Help the man sort the alarms out. 听下面一段独白，回答第17至第20四个小题。 17. What does the speaker think of the graduating class? A. They are hard-working. B. They are experienced. C. They are gifted. 18. What is the speaker most likely to be good at? A. Modern painting. B. Fashion design. C. Photo taking. 19. Who is the first student artist to speak? A. James Smith. B. Jane Goodman. C. Michael Watts. 20. What is the speaker doing? A. Giving a class. B. Awarding prizes. C. Hosting an exhibition. 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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A The National Geographic Traveller (UK) Photography Competition is open for entries — and we’re after your most spectacular shots from the past year. To be in with a chance of having your work published in the magazine, submit your images in up to four categories. Judged by industry-leading photographers and editors, the competition is your opportunity to be noticed and win a luxury three-night break. THE CATEGORIES ●People More often than not, it’s the people you encounter that make a trip — but it can be difficult capturing the character of someone you’ve only just met. Have you managed it? ●Landscape Shooting a landscape might seem easy, but few can really draw out the defining features. Can you identify fascinating contrasts, or show a level of detail that others can’t see? ●Wildlife Wildlife is one of the great wonders of travel. Spotting creatures in their natural habitat can be about luck — capturing them with your camera is not. ●Food Whether it’s a local farmer bringing in the harvest or chefs hard at work in a street kitchen, this category celebrates every stage of the cooking journey from field to fork. THE PRIZE The Grand Prize winner from the four categories, will receive a luxury three-night escape to a UK hotel of their choice, courtesy of Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH). With over 600 hotels in 90 destinations, including 36 in the UK, SLH offers unique and charming stays with a strong sense of place, from stylish city-center hotels to countrified fishermen’s huts. The prize includes the SLH Book, a limited-edition coffee-table book featuring the brand’s beautifully organized collections of products. ENTER NOW The competition closes on 14 January 2026 at 11:59 pm. The winner must be a resident of the UK or Ireland and aged 18 or over. Judges to be announced. If you need to see full T & Cs (terms and conditions), visit the magazine’s website. 1. Which of the following photos can be an entry? A. A picture of downtown skyscrapers. B. A portrait of a worker making forks. C. A scene of a pet dog sleeping at home. D. An image of strangers with vivid personalities. 2. What prize will the winner get? A. Free stays in SLH’s 36 huts. B. A book accessible to the masses. C. Three nights in an elegant hotel. D. Comments from leading experts. 3. Where is this text probably taken from? A. A magazine. B. A website. C. A brochure. D. A coffee-table book. 【答案】1. D 2. C 3. A 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇应用文。介绍了《国家地理旅行者(英国版)》摄影比赛的参赛类别、奖项设置及参赛规则。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段“submit your images in up to four categories (将你的作品提交至最多四个类别)”及THE CATEGORIES部分●People类别“it can be difficult capturing the character of someone you’ve only just met. (捕捉你刚认识的人的性格很难)”可知，D 选项“具有鲜明个性的陌生人的照片”符合“People”类别的要求。故选D项。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。根据THE PRIZE部分“The Grand Prize winner, from the four categories, will receive a luxury three-night escape to a UK hotel of their choice, courtesy of Small luxury Hotels of the World (SLH). (从四个类别中脱颖而出的大奖得主，将获得由SLH提供、他们自行选择的英国酒店享受三晚豪华度假)”可知，“在高档酒店住三晚”是获奖者的奖品。故选C项。 【3题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段“with a chance of having your work published in the magazine (你的作品有机会刊登在杂志上)”及最后一段“visit the magazine’s website (访问杂志官网)”可推断，本文很可能来自杂志。故选A项。 B It’s January 2022, and my seven-year-old son is standing on his skateboard at the top of a concrete slope (斜坡). He looks scared, and I’m urging him to try, almost begging. The reason for my enthusiasm? Just a few weeks earlier, I stood frozen in that same spot before taking my own leap. I know how amazed he’ll feel afterward, so we take baby steps. Finally, he does it all on his own. As he makes it, his smile lights up the entire skatepark. There’s something magical about skateboarding: In a flash, fright turns into delight. My husband and I began skating even when we are in our 40s, so that we could learn alongside our son. As a “later skater”, I’ve come to realize that everything seems impossible until you try it. At the time, I had no idea how much I would gain from the not-so-simple art of standing sideways. First, skateboarding teaches determination because progress comes from efforts. No matter how skilled the crowd or how gravity-defying (反重力的) the moves, you’ll see just as many tricks going wrong as right. Irish writer Samuel Beckett could have been speaking for skaters when he wrote: “Try again. Fail again. Fail better.” There are also plenty of sensible benefits, such as mindfulness. When you’re skateboarding, it’s almost impossible to think of anything else. What magic it is to step on a piece of wood with four little wheels and be transported to a place where your head is emptied and the outside world can’t touch you. The best part, though? The community. My husband, son and I are part of an informal group of parents and children who skate together. We love it, from the clear ringing sound beneath our wheels to the way the sun makes the graffiti-covered buildings pop with color. We make friends and learn from one another. We face our fears side by side, cheer for the highs, and share the falls. 4. Why did the author urge her son to try? A. She was troubled by his falling behind. B. She wanted him to defeat fear quickly. C. She worried about his lack of enthusiasm. D. She wished him to enjoy the delight after fear. 5. What is the author’s purpose in mentioning Samuel Beckett? A. To explain how to avoid failures. B. To prove skateboarding needs talent. C. To stress the value of consistent efforts. D. To show sports’ influence on literature. 6. What is the benefit of skateboarding according to Paragraph 4? A. It makes people think more clearly. B. It helps keep the distractions away. C. It encourages skaters to build connections. D. It speeds skaters to escape from chasers. 7. What message does the author convey in the text? A. Any risky sport is worth trying. B. Courageous attempts lead to growth. C. Parents should push children to take risks. D. Constant failure ensures ultimate success. 【答案】4. D 5. C 6. B 7. B 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者与家人学习滑板的经历，展现滑板运动中“恐惧变喜悦”的体验，以及滑板带来的坚持、专注、社群联结等收获。 【4题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段中“The reason for my enthusiasm? Just a few weeks earlier, I stood frozen in that same spot before taking my own leap. I know how amazed he’ll feel afterward, so we take baby steps. (我这么热情的原因是什么呢？就在几周前，我在尝试自己的跳跃前，也曾僵在同一个位置。我知道他之后会有多惊喜，所以我们先从一小步一小步开始尝试)”以及第二段开头“In a flash, fright turns into delight. (一瞬间，恐惧就变成了喜悦)”可知，作者催促儿子尝试是因为她希望儿子体验恐惧之后的喜悦。故选D项。 【5题详解】 推理判断题。第三段开头提到“First, skateboarding teaches determination because progress comes from efforts. (首先，滑板运动能培养人的毅力，因为进步源于付出的努力)”，随后引用Samuel Beckett的话“Try again. Fail again. Fail better. (再试一次。再失败一次。失败得更有意义一些)”，是为了强调滑板需要持续努力的价值。故选C项。 【6题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段中“When you’re skateboarding, it’s almost impossible to think of anything else. What magic it is to step on a piece of wood with four little wheels and be transported to a place where your head is emptied and the outside world can’t touch you. (当你玩滑板的时候，几乎不可能再去想别的事情。踏上一块装着四个小轮子的木板，便能进入一个大脑放空、外界一切都无法侵扰你的奇妙境界，这是何等神奇啊)”可知，滑板的好处是帮助远离外界干扰。故选B项。 【7题详解】 推理判断题。第一段中作者描述儿子“looks scared (看起来很害怕)”，但在尝试后“his smile lights up the entire skatepark (他的笑容点亮了整个滑板场 )”，体现了勇敢尝试后收获喜悦；第二段提到作者夫妇“began skating even when we are in our 40s, so that we could learn alongside our son (即便40多岁也开始学滑板，和儿子一起成长)”，以及“everything seems impossible until you try it (在尝试前一切都看似不可能)”；第三、四段通过“skateboarding teaches determination (滑板运动能培养人的毅力)”、“we make friends and learn from one another (我们结交朋友、彼此学习)”等内容，展现尝试滑板过程中成长的收获。综上，文章通过作者和儿子克服恐惧尝试滑板、在滑板中学会坚持等内容，传递出勇敢尝试会带来成长的核心信息。故选B项。 C What is your favorite work of art? Now imagine it was created by artificial intelligence (AI). A recent U.S. survey explored public views on AI-generated art. The results were clear: most participants disliked art made entirely by AI. They believed human art possesses an emotional depth that machines cannot — and perhaps should not — reproduce. In fact, over 60% said they would like their favorite piece of art less if it was AI-generated with no human involvement. The core issue is that we seek the human experience in art. We want to see the artist’s personal touch, their story, and their effort. As one respondent noted, a film like Good Will Hunting is valued as “a masterpiece of the human experience.” As philosopher John Dewey wrote, art is a fundamental form of communication. If great art comes from human emotions, what is the role of AI? The survey found people are open to AI as a tool. When asked if AI users are artists, 42% said “Yes, but only if they provide significant guidance.” Only 13% considered AI users artists without reservation. This suggests that people see AI as an assistant to human creativity, not a replacement for the artist. This is important because art can be inaccessible. Many face barriers like cost, lack of resources, or physical limitations. For instance, professional tools and training are often expensive or geographically limited. AI has the potential to lower these barriers, making creation more accessible to everyone. For example, some professionals are already using AI to help new storytellers. However, we often value effort and handmade items more. Therefore, for AI-assisted art to be trusted, it needs a clear connection to the author’s unique vision. Art forms that rely heavily on genuine human connection, like movies and podcasts (播客), were seen as least suitable for AI creation. In conclusion, while AI’s role in art will grow, our survey shows that people value it most as a means of human connection and prefer it to assist rather than replace the artist. 8. What is the main finding of the survey? A. Public resistance to fully AI art is common. B. AI is incapable of creating emotionally deep art. C. Most people refuse to accept any form of AI art. D. AI art is considered more valuable for its efficiency. 9. What’s the major reason behind the finding? A. The concern about art’s cost and access. B. The demand for guidance during creation. C. The appreciation for human individuality in art. D. The recognition of art as human communication. 10. What does the author try to convey in Paragraph 5? A. The function of AI in supporting art creators. B. The threat of AI-assisted art to traditional art. C. The potential of human efforts being replaced. D. The value of human involvement in art creation. 11. Which of the following can be the best title for the text? A. The AI Artist: A Rising Force in Art B. AI’s Role in Art: A Tool, Not a Replacement C. Human Art: The Unbeatable Human Element D. AI’s Creativity: The Limits of Smart Technology 【答案】8. A 9. C 10. D 11. B 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇议论文。文章围绕“公众对AI生成艺术的态度”展开：通过美国调查数据说明公众对纯AI艺术的抵触，分析其根源是艺术中“人类体验”的价值，同时指出AI可作为辅助工具降低创作门槛，最终强调AI在艺术中是“辅助而非替代”的定位。 【8题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段“The results were clear: most participants disliked art made entirely by AI. They believed human art possesses an emotional depth that machines cannot — and perhaps should not — reproduce. In fact, over 60% said they would like their favorite piece of art less if it was AI-generated with no human involvement. (调查结果很明确：大多数参与者不喜欢完全由人工智能创作的艺术作品。他们认为，人类创作的艺术具有机器无法，或许也不应该复刻的情感深度。事实上，超过60%的受访者表示，如果自己最喜爱的艺术作品是在没有人类参与的情况下由人工智能生成的，他们对这件作品的喜爱程度会降低)”可知，调查的主要发现是公众普遍抵触纯AI艺术。故选A项。 【9题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段“The core issue is that we seek the human experience in art. We want to see the artist’s personal touch, their story, and their effort. (核心问题在于我们在艺术中追寻人类体验。我们想看到艺术家的个人风格、他们的故事和付出的努力)”可知，调查结果背后的主要原因是人们欣赏艺术中人类的独特性。故选C项。 【10题详解】 推理判断题。第五段先提到“make creation more accessible (能降低创作门槛)”，随后转折指出“we often value effort and handmade items more. Therefore, for AI-assisted art to be trusted, it needs a clear connection to the author’s unique vision. (我们往往更看重付出的心血与手工创作的作品。因此，人工智能辅助创作的艺术要想获得认可，就必须与创作者独特的艺术愿景建立明确的关联) ”。由此推知，第五段传递的核心是艺术创作中人类参与的价值。故选D项。 【11题详解】 主旨大意题。第二段调查结果“most participants disliked art made entirely by AI (多数参与者反感纯AI艺术)”，体现公众对AI替代人类艺术的抵触；第四段“The survey found people are open to AI as a tool. When asked if AI users are artists, 42% said ‘Yes, but only if they provide significant guidance.’ (这项调查发现，人们愿意接受人工智能作为一种创作工具。当被问及人工智能使用者是否算得上艺术家时，42%的受访者回答：“算，但前提是使用者必须提供关键性的指导。”)”，明确AI的工具属性；第五段“we often value effort and handmade items more. Therefore, for AI-assisted art to be trusted, it needs a clear connection to the author’s unique vision. (我们往往更看重付出的心血与手工创作的作品。因此，人工智能辅助创作的艺术要想获得认可，就必须与创作者独特的艺术愿景建立明确的关联) ”强调AI的辅助定位；结尾总结“people value it most as a means of human connection and prefer it to assist rather than replace the artist (人们最看重它作为人类联结的工具，更希望它辅助而非替代艺术家)”。综上所述，“AI在艺术中的角色：是工具，而非替代品”最契合主旨，适合作本文最佳标题。故选B项。 D Even desert cities could pull drinking water from the air. A yearlong study in Chile’s Atacama Desert suggests that a simple method of harvesting water from fog could help ease water shortages for urban areas. This innovative approach has gained renewed attention as climate change worsens the lack of water in dry regions. The research, led by geographer Virginia Carter Gamberini, focused on the city of Alto Hospicio. The team found that using large nets, it was possible to collect between 0.2 and 5 liters of fog water per square meter daily. The amount collected changes depending on the height of the area and how thick the fog is, with places located higher showing better results. “This shows fog water can be a practical addition,” Gamberini said, highlighting its potential as an additional water source. The need for such solutions is urgent. Chile suffers from a severe long-term drought, and its water resources are poorly managed. In addition, population growth and industrial expansion are increasing water demand. Much of the region’s groundwater is taken away for mining and agriculture, leaving cities like Alto Hospicio, which relies on water trucked in from distant aquifer (含水层) drill sites, in a risky situation. The collection process is straightforward. When wet fog, known locally as “camanchaca”, rolls in, a net sheet, acting as a barrier that catches the water in the air, is set up to capture tiny water droplets. The water then falls into a specially designed channel, which is impermeable, preventing the precious water from being lost into the dry ground. Despite its promise, fog harvesting alone cannot fully meet the city’s demand, which reaches about300,000 liters weekly. However, the research team views it as a workable and sustainable strategy. Gamberini concluded on an optimistic note, stating that this approach “may offer a small bloom of hope in the desert” for water-stressed cities. 12. What is the main purpose of the research? A. To evaluate the daily output of fog water collection. B To explore a potential solution to Chile’s climate change. C. To help address the water shortage faced by desert communities. D. To improve the efficiency of water transportation from distant sources. 13. What is the direct cause of water stress in cities like Alto Hospicio? A. The lack of rainfall throughout the year. B. The overuse of groundwater by other industries. C. The failure of local water management policies. D. The high cost of transporting water from distant sources. 14. What does the underlined word “impermeable” in Paragraph 4 mean? A. Able to be moved easily. B. Very expensive to produce. C. Capable of absorbing water quickly. D. Not allowing water to pass through. 15. What is Gamberini’s attitude towards the future of fog harvesting? A. Realistic and positive. B. Critical and dismissive. C. Enthusiastic and ambitious. D. Uncertain and hesitant. 【答案】12. C 13. B 14. D 15. A 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。介绍了智利阿塔卡马沙漠通过雾中集水缓解城市缺水问题的研究及相关情况。 【12题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段“Even desert cities could pull drinking water from the air. A year-long study in Chile’s Atacama Desert suggests that a simple method of harvesting water from fog could help ease water shortages for urban areas. (即使是沙漠城市也可以从空气中提取饮用水。智利阿塔卡马沙漠的一项为期一年的研究表明，从雾中集水的简单方法可缓解城市缺水)”可知，研究的主要目的是帮助解决沙漠社区面临的缺水问题。故选C项。 【13题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段“Much of the region’s groundwater is taken away for mining and agriculture, leaving cities like Alto Hospicio, which relies on water trucked in from distant aquifer (含水层) drill sites, in a risky situation. (该地区大部分地下水被用于采矿和农业，这使得像Alto Hospicio这样依赖从遥远的含水层钻探取水的城市陷入困境)”可知，此类城市缺水的直接原因是地下水被其他行业过度使用。故选B项。 【14题详解】 词句猜测题。根据第四段“The water then falls into a specially designed channel, which is impermeable , preventing the precious water from being lost into the dry ground. (然后，水落入一个特别设计的____通道，防止宝贵的水渗入干燥的地面)”可知，“防止水渗入干燥地面”说明该通道的功能是阻挡水分流失，因此，impermeable意为“不透水的、防渗透的”。故选D项。 【15题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段“Gamberini concluded on an optimistic note, stating that this approach “may offer a small bloom of hope in the desert” for water-stressed cities. (Gamberini以乐观的语气总结，称这种方法可能为沙漠中的缺水城市带来一丝希望)”可知，她的态度是现实且积极的。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能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 How to Have Good Mental Health Most people understand the importance of a healthy body, but many overlook the value of mental health. Good mental health makes life more enjoyable and promotes better physical health. To be truly healthy, you must care for both body and mind. ____16____ Feeling good about yourself is crucial. A powerful technique is to actively question your inner critic. When a negative thought arises, ask yourself: “Is this thought true? Is it kind?” ____17____. This shift in perspective, such as changing “I never get anything right” to “Sometimes I fail, but I also succeed,” can significantly reduce self- doubt. Equally important is learning to focus on your strengths during challenging times, reminding yourself of the qualities that have helped you overcome past challenges. Coping with Stress Stress can harm both mental and physical health. Fortunately, there are effective ways to manage it. Practices like deep breathing and focusing on the present moment can decrease anxiety. Physical exercise also plays a significant role, as it releases natural chemicals that improve mood. While it may feel like the last thing you want to do when stressed, it’s worth pushing through that initial resistance. ____18____. Managing Negative Emotions Dealing with strong emotions is part of life. It is vital to develop the ability to process these feelings in a healthy way. ____19____ The goal is to develop healthy outlets. Furthermore, practicing self-awareness by noticing your feelings without immediate judgment allows for more thoughtful and controlled responses. Maintaining Healthy Relationships Strong social support is vital for mental wellness. ____20____. Trust, respect, and good communication are the foundations of positive connections. In contrast, relationships that are characterized by control, blame, or that consistently make you feel bad are likely unhealthy. Learning to assess your relationships and intentionally care for the supportive ones is fundamental to your mental well-being. A. Building Positive Self- images B. Accepting Your imperfections C. Even a short walk can make a noticeable difference D. Another key strategy involves revising these negative narratives E. You can also set aside time each day to do sports and listen to music F. This involves distinguishing supportive connections from stressful ones G. This could mean talking with a friend, listening to music, or simply taking a walk 【答案】16. A 17. D 18. C 19. G 20. F 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文，本文介绍了保持良好心理健康的方法，涵盖构建积极自我形象、应对压力、管理负面情绪、维护健康人际关系等维度。 【16题详解】 根据下文“Feeling good about yourself is crucial. A powerful technique is to actively question your inner critic.(自我感觉良好至关重要。一个有效的方法是主动质疑你内心的自我批评)”可知，该段围绕自我认知、积极心理建设展开。设空处需概括段落主题，选项A“Building Positive Self-images (构建积极的自我形象)”与该段主旨一致，故选A项。 【17题详解】 根据上文“When a negative thought arises, ask yourself: ‘Is this thought true? Is it kind?’ (当消极想法出现时，问问自己：‘这个想法是真的吗？它是善意的吗？’)”及后文“This shift in perspective, such as changing “I never get anything right” to “Sometimes I fail, but I also succeed,” can significantly reduce self-doubt. (这种视角的转变，比如把‘我从来没做对过任何事’改成‘我有时会失败，但也会成功’，能大幅减轻自我怀疑)”可知，设空处需衔接质疑消极想法与转变消极表述的逻辑，选项D“Another key strategy involves revising these negative narratives (另一个关键策略是修正这些消极叙述)”中“revising these negative narratives”对应原文“changing “I never get anything right” to “Sometimes I fail”的操作，故选D项。 【18题详解】 根据上文“Physical exercise also plays a significant role, as it releases natural chemicals that improve mood. While it may feel like the last thing you want to do when stressed, it’s worth pushing through that initial resistance. (体育锻炼也发挥着重要作用，因为它能释放改善情绪的天然化学物质。虽然在压力大的时候，锻炼可能是你最不想做的事，但克服最初的抵触情绪是值得的)”可知，设空处需补充体育锻炼的具体例子，选项C“Even a short walk can make a noticeable difference (即使是短距离散步也能带来明显变化)”是对体育锻炼作用的具体举例，与原文表述呼应，故选C项。 【19题详解】 根据上文“Dealing with strong emotions is part of life. It is vital to develop the ability to process these feelings in a healthy way. (应对强烈的情绪是人生的一部分。培养以健康的方式疏导这些情绪的能力至关重要)”及后文“The goal is to develop healthy outlets. (目标是培养健康的情绪宣泄渠道)”可知，设空处需举例说明健康的情绪处理方式，选项G“This could mean talking with a friend, listening to music, or simply taking a walk. (这可以是和朋友聊天、听音乐，或者只是散步)”对应原文“healthy outlets(健康的宣泄渠道)”，故选G项。 【20题详解】 根据下文“Trust, respect, and good communication are the foundations of positive connections. In contrast, relationships that are characterized by control, blame, or that consistently make you feel bad are likely unhealthy. (信任、尊重与良好的沟通是积极人际关系的基石。相比之下，那些以控制、指责为特点，或是总让你感到不适的关系，很可能是不健康的)”可知，设空处需引出“区分不同类型关系”的话题，选项F“This involves distinguishing supportive connections from stressful ones (这包括区分支持性的关系和带来压力的关系)”说明了不同类型的关系。故选F项。 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和D 四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 “Daddy, please take me to AstroWorld. Can you? Will you?” begged my four-year-old daughter, Shawn. I didn’t want to go to the amusement park, but what was I going to say, ____21____ when I looked into my daughter’s big, brown eyes? It was made even more ____22____ by the fact that I was disabled — having been ____23____ in the head as an innocent bystander to a robbery. Plus, we were in the middle of a steamy Houston summer. In the end, I ____24____. We stood in line for the first ride, ____25____ our way up for forty-five minutes until we finally got to the front. Shawn climbed onto the ride first, her excitement ____26____, followed by me climbing in ____27____ to sit down next to her. The ride attendant ____28____ us, buckled (系安全带) us in, and said, “Sir, I could ____29____ by the way you walked that you’re disabled. We have two policies for disabled guests: They get to go to the ____30____ of the line, and they get to ride twice.” I was not annoyed by the attendant’s ____31____. However, my daughter looked up at me, ____32____ from ear to ear, and yelled, “DADDY, THANK GOD YOU WERE SHOT” At first, I sat there in ____33____. However, I quickly realized that my young daughter was teaching me something very ____34____ that day: With everything that is bad, there has to be some good. Shawn was teaching me to always look for the ____35____. 21. A. consequently B. typically C. especially D. basically 22. A. amusing B. difficult C. appealing D. unfortunate 23. A. shot B. knocked C. struck D. impacted 24. A. showed up B. gave in C. worked out D. took over 25. A. marching B. pushing C. feeling D. inching 26. A. spreading B. falling C. building D. working 27. A. directly B. naturally C. quickly D. awkwardly 28. A. instructed B. approached C. comforted D. served 29 A. tell B. doubt C. assess D. consider 30. A. outside B. top C. front D. back 31. A. comments B. policies C. blame D. understanding 32. A. stretched B. called C. whispered D. smiled 33. A. excitement B. shock C. despair D. silence 34. A. valuable B. reliable C. acceptable D. respectable 35. A. golden chance B. green light C. silver lining D. amusement park 【答案】21. C 22. B 23. A 24. B 25. D 26. C 27. D 28. B 29. A 30. C 31. A 32. D 33. B 34. A 35. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述残疾父亲在女儿恳求下前往游乐园，因残疾获得特殊照顾，女儿天真话语让父亲领悟“困境中总有希望”的道理，传递“在不幸中寻找积极面”的生活态度。 【21题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：我本不想去游乐园，但看着女儿那双棕色的大眼睛，我能说什么呢？A. consequently因此；B. typically典型地；C. especially尤其；D. basically主要地。根据前文“Daddy, please take me to AstroWorld. Can you? Will you?(爸爸，带我去AstroWorld游乐园好不好？你答应我么？)”,女儿恳求去游乐园与后文“I was disabled(我是残疾的)”的递进关系，especially能突出残疾状态让拒绝女儿更难，与上下文矛盾处境呼应。故选C项。 【22题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：这件事变得更加困难，因为我是个残疾人——曾作为抢劫案的无辜旁观者被击中头部。A. amusing有趣的；B. difficult困难的；C. appealing有吸引力的；D. unfortunate不幸的。结合下文“disabled (残疾)”“steamy Houston summer (闷热的夏季)”的背景，这些因素会让带女儿去游乐园更困难。故选B项。 【23题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：我是个残疾人——曾作为抢劫案的无辜旁观者头部被击中。A. shot射击；B. knocked敲击；C. struck击打；D. impacted影响。根据后文女儿大喊“DADDY, THANK GOD YOU WERE SHOT (爸爸，谢天谢地，你中了枪了)”，可知此处是被枪击。故选A项。 【24题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：最后，我妥协了。A. showed up出现；B. gave in屈服、妥协；C. worked out解决；D. took over接管。根据后文“We stood in line for the first ride (我们排队等第一个项目)”的情节，可知作者妥协，答应了女儿。故选B项。 【25题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：我们为了第一个项目排队，缓慢挪动了45分钟，终于到了队伍前面。A. marching行进；B. pushing推；C. feeling感觉；D. inching缓慢移动。结合“stood in line (排队)”“forty-five minutes (45分钟)”的场景，inching能体现排队的缓慢状态，符合语境。故选D项。 【26题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：Shawn先爬上项目设施，她的兴奋感越来越强烈，然后我笨拙地爬进去坐在她旁边。A. spreading传播；B. falling下降；C. building增强；D. working运作。根据“we finally got to the front (终于排到队伍前面)”的背景，女儿期待已久的兴奋感会逐渐增强，building有情绪累积的含义，贴合孩子的状态。故选C项。 【27题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：Shawn先爬上项目设施，她的兴奋感越来越强烈，然后我笨拙地爬进去坐在她旁边。A. directly直接地；B. naturally自然地；C. quickly快速地；D. awkwardly笨拙地。根据前文“I was disabled (我是残疾人)”的情况，行动会不便，awkwardly呼应身体状态。故选D项。 【28题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：项目的工作人员走近我们，给我们系好安全带。A. instructed指导；B. approached走近；C. comforted安慰；D. served服务。根据下文“buckled us (系安全带)”的动作可知，工作人员需先“走近”才能完成。故选B项。 【29题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：先生，从你走路的样子我能辨别出你是残疾人。A. tell辨别；B. doubt怀疑；C. assess评估；D. consider考虑。根据下文“the way you walked (你走路的样子)”可知，工作人员根据作者走路的样子辨别残疾，tell by是固定搭配，意为“通过……辨别”，符合题意。故选A项。 【30题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：我们对残疾游客有两项政策：他们可以到队伍的前面，并且可以坐两次项目。A. outside外面；B. top顶部；C. front前面；D. back后面。根据前文“we finally got to the front (终于到队伍前面)”的情节，同时结合工作人员提出的“two policies for disabled guests”是给残疾游客的便利措施，到队伍前面正好能节省排队时间，符合政策的利好属性。故选C项。 【31题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：我没有被工作人员的话惹恼。A. comments评论、话语；B. policies政策；C. blame责备；D. understanding理解。根据上文工作人员说的“you’re disabled”、“two policies”属于话语、评论，A选项贴合情节。故选A项。 【32题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：然而，我女儿抬头看着我，咧嘴笑着大喊：“爸爸，谢天谢地，你中枪了！”A. stretched伸展；B. called呼叫；C. whispered低语；D. smiled微笑。由下文“from ear to ear (咧嘴)”可知，这是笑容的典型状态，smiled from ear to ear表示咧嘴大笑，符合女儿的兴奋情绪。故选D项。 【33题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：一开始，我坐在那里愣住了。A. excitement兴奋；B. shock震惊；C. despair绝望；D. silence沉默。上文女儿说出“THANK GOD YOU WERE SHOT (谢天谢地你中枪了)”的反常话语，作者的第一反应应是震惊。故选B项。 【34题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：然而，我很快意识到，那天小女儿教给了我非常宝贵的道理：所有不好的事情里，一定有好的一面。A. valuable宝贵的；B. reliable可靠的；C. acceptable可接受的；D. respectable值得尊敬的。根据下文女儿的话让作者领悟了“With everything that is bad, there has to be some good (不好的事情里一定有好的一面)”的人生道理，valuable体现这一道理的价值。故选A项。 【35题详解】 考查名词短语辨析。句意：Shawn教我要永远寻找困境中的希望。A. golden chance黄金机会；B. green light许可；C. silver lining困境中的希望；D. amusement park游乐园。根据前文“With everything that is bad, there has to be some good (不好的事情里一定有好的一面)”的核心感悟，silver lining是“困境中的一线希望”的固定表达，与上文呼应。故选C项。 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 Jane Goodall, a scientist whose studies of wild chimpanzees have made her a household name, died on October 1, 2025, at the age of 91. ____36____ (consider) the world’s leading expert on chimpanzees, she found her approach initially met with much ____37____ (criticize) from other scientists. She observed the animals in the forest, ____38____ (give) them names and documenting their unique personalities. However, Goodall never doubted ____39____ she was doing was right. She owed this courage ____40____ her mother, who stayed with her in the early days of her research when authorities opposed a young girl working alone in the forest. The world took notice of her work when her first article ____41____ (publish) in 1963. In 1965, she earned her doctorate and founded the Gombe Stream Research Center with her husband. The center, ____42____ she dedicated decades of her life, is now home to the longest, most ____43____ (detail) study of an animal in its natural habitat anywhere in the world. Goodall established her own institute in 1977, working closely with Gombe National Park’s surrounding communities ____44____ (advance) human prospects and guard natural treasures. Even in her 80s, she traveled about 300 days a year to meet with world leaders about climate change. Her pioneering work, which challenged previous conceptions of human uniqueness, forever changed how we view nature _____45_____ (it). 【答案】36. Considered 37. criticism 38. giving 39. what 40. to 41. was published 42. where 43. detailed 44. to advance 45. itself 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇新闻报道。文章报道了知名黑猩猩研究科学家珍·古道尔逝世，其研究曾遭质疑，后成果受关注，她建研究中心与机构，推动环保，重塑人类对自然的认知。 【36题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：作为世界上研究黑猩猩领域的顶尖专家，她发现自己的研究方法起初遭到了其他科学家的诸多批评。此处consider与she构成被动关系，故用过去分词作状语，首字母大写。故填Considered。 【37题详解】 考查名词。句意：作为世界上研究黑猩猩领域的顶尖专家，她发现自己的研究方法起初遭到了其他科学家的诸多批评。作介词的宾语，用名词criticism。故填criticism。 【38题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：她观察着森林里的动物，给它们起了名字，并记录下它们各自独特的个性。此处give与she构成主动关系，故用现在分词作状语。故填giving。 【39题详解】 考查宾语从句。句意：然而，古道尔从未怀疑过自己所做之事的正确性。引导宾语从句，从句缺少宾语，指物，故填what。 【40题详解】 考查介词。句意：她把这份勇气归功于自己的母亲——在她研究初期，当局反对让一个年轻女孩独自在森林里开展工作时，母亲一直陪伴着她。短语owe to表示“归功于”。故填to。 【41题详解】 考查时态语态。句意：1963年她的第一篇文章发表后，世人开始关注她的作品。主语article与谓语构成被动关系，根据后文in 1963可知为一般过去时的被动语态，谓语用单数。故填was published。 【42题详解】 考查定语从句。句意：她在此工作了数十年的这个中心，如今已成为全球范围内对某一动物在自然栖息地中的研究中持续时间最长、最为详尽的一项研究的所在地。非限制性定语从句修饰先行词center，在从句作地点状语，故填where。 【43题详解】 考查形容词。句意：她在此工作了数十年的这个中心，如今已成为全球范围内对某一动物在自然栖息地中的研究中持续时间最长、最为详尽的一项研究的所在地。修饰名词study用形容词detailed。故填detailed。 【44题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：古道尔于1977年建立了自己研究机构，她与贡贝国家公园周边的社区密切合作，致力于改善人类生活状况并保护自然遗产。此处advance作目的状语，用不定式。故填to advance。 【45题详解】 考查代词。句意：她的开创性研究挑战了以往对于人类独特性的认知，从而彻底改变了我们对自然本身的看法。此处指自然“它自己”用反身代词itself，作同位语。故填itself。 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 假如你是学生会主席李华，你校将举行“科技赋能元宵灯会”(Tech-Powered Lantern Festival)活动，请你用英语给国际部留学生写一封邀请信。内容包括： 1. 活动介绍； 2. 鼓励参与。 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 fellow schoolmates, _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 【答案】【参考范文1】 Dear fellow schoolmates, Our school will host a “Tech-Powered Lantern Festival” at the gym on the evening of Feb. 24th, and we’re writing to invite you to this exciting activity. Unlike traditional shows, you can use AR to watch lively Lantern Festival tales on lanterns, play a digital riddle game for prizes, design a simple lantern on a tablet, and admire students’ 3D-printed works. Combining technology with tradition, this event will let you engage in Chinese culture in a vivid way. We’d be thrilled to share this joyful night with you. Don’t hesitate to join us, as you’ll have fun and unforgettable memories. Yours, Li Hua 【参考范文2】 Dear fellow schoolmates, On the evening of February 24th, our school will hold a “Tech-Powered Lantern Festival” at the campus square. And I, on behalf of the Students’ Union, sincerely invite you to join this innovative cultural event. The tech-driven highlights will make your experience unforgettable. When you scan the lanterns with your phone, you can watch vivid 3D animations through AR technology. For riddles, our interactive screens use real-time AI to check answers instantly, and top scorers will receive custom-made digital certificates. You can also team up with our students to design lantern patterns on tablets. Selected designs will be 3D-printed into small souvenirs for you to take home. This is a rare chance to explore Chinese traditions through cutting-edge technology. Have fun, learn something new, and connect with fellow students! We’re looking forward to sharing this wonderful night with you! Yours, Li Hua 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生以学生会主席李华的身份，给国际部留学生写一封邀请信，介绍“科技赋能元宵节”活动并鼓励其参与。 【详解】1.词汇积累 举办：host → hold/ organize/ launch 参与：engage in → participate in/ partake in 结合：combine → mix/ integrate 难忘的：unforgettable → memorable/ lasting/ indelible 2.句式拓展 简单句变复合句 原句：We’d be thrilled to share this joyful night with you.  拓展句：It will be such a delight for us to share this joyful night with you, a night that blends the charm of traditional festivals with the fun of modern technology. 【点睛】【高分句型1】Combining technology with tradition, this event will let you engage in Chinese culture in a vivid way. (运用了现在分词短语Combining...作状语) 【高分句型2】Don’t hesitate to join us, as you’ll have fun and unforgettable memories. (运用了as引导的原因状语从句) 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。 My brother’s wedding brought us to Mexico City. It is a beautiful place with amazing food, but it also has an alarming crime rate, including kidnappings (绑架) of tourists. Before arriving, my sister-in-law-to-be, who lived there, relayed all the safety tips. “Never get in a red-and-gold cab. Those aren’t licensed, and anyone can paint their car, abduct you, steal your money, and make you empty the ATM,” she said. Her smile didn’t match the severity of the warning. “Check. Avoid red-and-gold cabs,” I replied. On the day of the wedding, my husband and I were to be separated. My sister-in-law had arranged for my mother and me to have our hair and makeup done in my hotel room. Once our transformation was complete, we’d head to the hotel shuttle (班车) to take us safely to the wedding pictures at the venue, which was only across the street. We could have walked if it weren’t for the heels we were spending the next twelve hours swelling in. We stood outside our hotel awaiting transport. In Mexico City, weddings are formal affairs. We were wearing gowns (礼服), so the locals knew there was a wedding. A coach pulled up in front of us, and the hotel staff seated us. All the other rows were full of people in gowns and suits. The occupants were having heated conversations in Spanish. I don’t speak Spanish. We asked the driver if we were on the right transport, and the answer was a nod. Hundreds of Spanish-speaking people were going to my brother’s wedding. I had only met five of them at that point, and all of them were currently at the hotel smiling for the camera, so it was reasonable to assume the driver was correct. The van (客车) headed in the direction we were going when I realized that everyone else had plans to attend the same wedding — and it wasn’t my brother’s. 注意： 1. 续写词数应为150左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 The van turned around and drove past our destination. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Having dropped off all other passengers, the driver made a call and a red-and-gold cab came soon. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】【参考范文】 The van turned around and drove past our destination. Panicked, I gripped Mom’s hand tight — our wedding hotel was long behind us. I fumbled with my phone to show the driver our address, but my hands shook. The driver glanced at my wedding invitation, frowned, and had a rapid exchange in Spanish with the other passengers and soon figured out what was happening. Full of apology, he explained to us in broken English that we had made a mistake getting on the wrong van and now it was too late to turn back — he had to drop off these guests first at the church. All we could do was wait in the van, a knot of anxiety growing tighter with each passing block until we finally reached the church. Having dropped off all other passengers, the driver made a call and a red-and-gold cab came soon. My blood ran cold, remembering my sister-in-law’s warning. The driver saw our hesitation and said warmly, “This is my friend, Carlos! Good man!” Trusting our first helper, we took a leap of faith. Carlos, the cab driver, nodded with a reassuring smile. “Your driver, he called me. Special mission!” he said, opening the door promptly. Despite the language barrier, Carlos comforted us all the way and enthusiastically introduced the local landmarks. As we pulled up, my relieved brother rushed over. Before we could express our gratitude to Carlos, he had melted back into the city’s ceaseless traffic — a flash of red and gold that was no longer a biased warning, but a reminder of the kindness that warmed us all. 【解析】 【导语】本文以事件为线索展开，讲述了“我”和母亲在墨西哥城参加婚礼时，误乘了前往另一场婚礼的客车，途中发现出错后只能随车先送其他宾客，最后司机帮忙叫来一辆红金配色出租车，而出租车司机Carlos热心帮忙，一路安抚并介绍当地风景，最终赶赴婚礼的经历。 【详解】1. 段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容“那辆面包车掉头后，开过了我们的目的地。”可知，第一段可描写作者坐错车后慌乱、焦虑，司机道歉并说明需先送其他乘客的经过。 ②由第二段首句内容“把其他乘客都送下车后，司机打了个电话，一辆红金相间的出租车很快就来了。”可知，第二段可描写司机帮忙叫朋友的车，作者从犹豫到信任，最终顺利到达并感受到善意的过程。 2. 续写线索：坐错车——慌乱——司机道歉——等待送其他乘客——司机帮忙叫车——犹豫——信任——顺利到达——感悟善意 3. 词汇激活 行为类 ①到达：pull up/arrive at/reach ②道歉：full of apology/make an apology/apologize sincerely ③安慰：comfort/reassure/soothe 情绪类 ①慌乱：panicked/flustered/agitated ②焦虑：anxiety/worry/apprehension ③安心：reassuring/comforting/relieved 【点睛】【高分句型 1】Full of apology, he explained to us in broken English that he had made a mistake getting on the wrong van and now it was too late to turn back — he had to drop off these guests first at the church. (由that引导的宾语从句作explain的宾语） 【高分句型 2】Before we could express our gratitude to Carlos, he had melted back into the city’s ceaseless traffic — a flash of red and gold that was no longer a biased warning, but a reminder of the kindness that warmed us all. (由 before引导的时间状语从句以及由that引导的限制性定语从句） 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $