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2025—2026学年第一学期12月统练 高三年级 英语 听力 第一节 (共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分) 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，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你将有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。 1. How much did the pink coat cost? A.$35. B. $50. C. $85. 2. What will the woman do next? A. Make a telephone call. B. Go to her office. C. Visit a library. 3. Why is Alex applying for financial aid? A. He is out of work. B. He has lost lots of money. C. He has to support his little brother. 4. When does the conversation take place? A. On Monday. B. On Wednesday. C. On Friday. 5. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. A strike. B. An employee. C. A piece of news. 第二节 (共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分) 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秒钟的作答时间。每段材料读两遍。 听下面一段对话，回答第6至第8小题。 6. How will the speakers travel this time? A. By plane. B. By ship C. By train. 7. What does the man say about the last trip? A. The schedule was tight. B. It took him too much time. C. It gave him a surprising experience. 8. What will the speakers do tomorrow morning? A. Visit Joseph. B. Withdraw some money. C. Buy traveller’s cheques. 听下面一段对话，回答第9至第11小题。 9. What relation is the woman to Mr. Callington? A. His secretary. B. His manager. C. His wife. 10. Where is Mr. Callington now? A. In his office. B. Out of town. C. In Houston. 11. Why does the man make the telephone call? A. To call off a meeting. B. To know about a trip plan. C. To change the time of an appointment. 听下面一段独白,回答第12至第15小题. 12. What could the man probably be? A. A writer. B. A zoo keeper. C. A journalist. 13. What will a defender cat do before a fight? A. Lie down its ears flat against its head. B. Turn its ears toward the side. C. Hold its tail straight up. 14. What part of a cat’s body shows its feelings the best? A. The eyes. B. The tail. C. The legs. 15. How does a cat try to understand humans? A. By listening to their tones. B. By watching their gestures. C. By watching their eyes. 笔试 第一部分：英语知识运用 (共两节，满分45分) 第一节 单项填空 (共15小题，每小题1分，满分15分) 从A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出一个可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 1. —The performance starts at half past seven, so do you think we can arrive on time? —________ If the traffic is not heavy, we can surely get there in advance. A. You can’t be serious! B. It depends. C. No way! D. Forget it. 2. The research they had been devoted to ____________ to be of great value. A. being proved B. proving C. prove D. proved 3. The National Half Marathon, ________ popularity is growing much stronger, has become our annual sport gala. A. which B. whose C. of which D. its 4. Fossil fuels are non-renewable, whose reserves will be used up one day in the future. In contrast, renewable energy sources are basically __________, and will be available to us for a few billion more years. A. inadequate B. inexhaustible C. inaccessible D. inflexible 5. ________ is known to all, honesty is the best policy in any situation. A. As B. It C. What D. We 6. Learning the rules of a new language, especially ________ involving as many irregular verbs as English, can be frustrating. A. the one B. that C. some D. one 7. An ancient temple _________ the Northern Qi Dynasty was destroyed in flames, _________ concerns about the effective protection of cultural relics. A. dating back to; caused B. dating from; causing C. dated back to; causing D. dated from; caused 8. Just as the clothes a person wears, the food he eats and the friends with whom he spends his time, his house ______ his personality. A. remember B. strengthens C. reflects D. shapes 9. Some pills many people take to achieve or maintain their desired weight will lower their life expectancy_____ they contain something harmful． A. so that B. in that C. even if D. as if 10. —What a pity that Dad didn’t attend my graduation ceremony yesterday afternoon. —Oh, he _______ some business partners from Europe. A. would meet B. was meeting C. had met D. has met 11. ---She is a wonderful dancer. --- __________ . She is one of my best students! A. You got me there B. You are kidding me C. You are telling me D. You have my word 12. ________he managed to finish the marathon inspired his classmates to push their limits in sports. A. What B. That C. Whether D. When 13. —Did Tony win the game? —No. Staying up late made him at his worst ________ physical situation. A. in case of B. in terms of C. in favor of D. in spite of 14. What will remain of us when artificial intelligence will be our creativity. A. takes over B. drops out C. falls away D. breaks away 15. —I can’t think why he ______ so angry. I meant no offence. —It’s typical of him to be sensitive. A. must have been B. should have been C. might have been D. can have been 第二节 完形填空( 共20小题，每小题1.5分，满分30分) 阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从所给的四个选项A、B、C和D中，选出最佳选项。 As the other four players enjoy the crucial victory in an Arena Of Valor competition, they remained unaware that their teammate Lu Dong is a Paralympic ____16____ champion who plays with her feet. At 32, Lu Dong has ____17____ a lot of medals over her 19-year swimming career. Meanwhile, she has enriched her daily life by ____18____ into various hobbies. Lu ____19____ an interest in Arena Of Valor in 2017. ____20____, her appearances in internet cafes drew a lot of curious glances, which made her ____21____ However, it also led to generous compliments when others ____22____ her remarkable skills. “They praised me after watching me play so well with my feet, which gave me a sense of ____23____,” Lu said. Besides video games, Lu has ____24____ an hour daily to piano practice for the past three years and has also _____25_____ her skills in both cooking and beauty makeup. Losing her _____26_____ in a childhood accident, Lu stop participating in P. E. classes to avoid _____27_____ in her elementary school days, which made her physically and mentally _____28_____. Luckily, she was recommended to join the provincial swimming team in 2004. She won two golds and two silvers in the youth group of the National Championship in 2005, earning a _____29_____ in the national squad (代表队). Lu’s _____30_____ performances in the pool caught the eye of Beijing Sports University in 2020, _____31_____ the beginning of her college journey. Changing from a (n) _____32_____ girl to a national champion, Lu gained immense confidence. She no longer _____33_____ to wear T-shirts in summer or to tuck her sleeves into her pockets in winter. “It was swimming that _____34_____ the girl who always talked a lot and the girl who was brave enough to _____35_____ the fixed image of the disabled.” Lu said. 16. A. swimming B. running C. dancing D. singing 17. A. accounted B. accommodated C. accomplished D. accumulated 18. A. looking B. diving C. leaping D. bumping 19. A. developed B. created C. made D. built 20. A. Eventually B. Formally C. Initially D. Firstly 21. A. confident B. comfortable C. uneasy D. annoyed 22. A. approved B. witnessed C. learned D. practiced 23. A. responsibility B. belonging C. identity D. achievement 24. A. dedicated B. lasted C. waited D. offered 25. A. found B. kept C. required D. showcased 26. A. hands B. arms C. legs D. feet 27. A. wounds B. damage C. injuries D. loss 28. A. vulnerable B. capable C. strong D. tired 29. A. degree B. living C. position D. point 30. A. unique B. ordinary C. typical D. exceptional 31. A. changing B. marking C. following D. proving 32. A. uncommunicative B. unambitious C. selfish D. impatient 33. A. managed B. attempted C. expected D. hesitated 34. A. found out B. brought back C. waken up D. taken away 35. A. understand B. accept C. challenge D. shape 第二部分：阅读理解 (共20小题，每小题2.5分，满分50分) 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳答案。 A New Workshops at Creative Hub At Creative Hub, we believe in unlocking creativity through hands-on learning. Our new series of workshops in London caters to both beginners and experienced enthusiasts, offering unique opportunities to explore diverse artistic disciplines. Each workshop is led by professional artists, ensuring an immersive and educational experience in a supportive environment. Digital Painting Fundamentals Tutor: Mia Chen Dates: 5-7 July, £180 (10% early-bird discount) Dive into the world of digital art with Mia Chen. This workshop introduces basic techniques using popular software like Procreate and Photoshop. Learn to create vibrant illustrations, master layer management, and experiment with digital brushes. Perfect for those new to digital art or looking to transition from traditional media. Sculpting with Clay Tutor: Leo Rossi Dates: 12-14 July, £220 (15% group discount) Explore the tactile art of clay sculpting with Leo Rossi. Participants will learn fundamental sculpting skills, from shaping forms to adding texture and detail. No prior experience is required—just a willingness to get creative with your hands. All materials are provided, and you’ll take home your finished sculpture. Photography: Capturing Urban Landscapes Tutor: Elena Moore Dates: 19-21 July, £250 (20% student discount) Join Elena Moore to discover the art of photographing cityscapes. This workshop combines classroom instruction with outdoor shoots in London’s iconic locations. Learn to use composition, lighting, and perspective to capture the energy and beauty of urban environments. Ideal for photographers of all levels seeking to refine their skills. Watercolor Botanicals Tutor: Lily Zhou Dates: 26-28 July, £190 (5% repeat-customer discount) Immerse yourself in the delicate world of watercolor with Lily Zhou. Focusing on botanical subjects, you’ll learn to mix colors, create soft gradients, and depict natural textures. Whether you’re a beginner or want to improve your watercolor techniques, this workshop offers a relaxing and inspiring experience. 36. What is the main goal of the workshops at Creative Hub? A. To provide professional certification for artists. B. To sell art materials and tools to participants. C. To inspire creativity through practical learning. D. To showcase the tutors’ personal art collections. 37. Which workshop is best for beginners in digital art? A. Digital Painting Fundamentals B. Sculpting with Clay C. Photography: Capturing Urban Landscapes D. Watercolor Botanicals 38. What can participants do in Elena Moore’s workshop? A. Learn to use clay sculpting tools. B. Take outdoor photos in London’s landmarks. C. Master watercolor gradient techniques. D. Experiment with digital brush settings. 39. If a student signs up for Photography: Capturing Urban Landscapes, how much will he/she pay? A. £200 B. £210 C. £230 D. £250 40. Where is this text most likely from? A. A local art school’s promotional brochure B. A scientific research paper C. A fashion design magazine D. A travel guidebook B College is a big deal for American students as well as for Chinese students. During the college application, some parents become extremely worried. This only adds to the pressure. Before I applied to the colleges, I told my parents I would get everything straightened out. If I needed any help, I promised that I would ask them. As it turned out, I had no problem putting everything together on my own, including my resume and a basic outline of my activities in high school. The only part where I asked my parents for advice was the essays. In writing and revising the essays, I needed feedback from an audience. As my parents know me better than anyone, they were perfect for the job. The essays are extremely important in college admissions. In a competitive pool of applicants, the test scores and activities, as well as the recommendations are all going to be very similar. The essays are the one area in which students can make themselves stand out. Essays don’t have to be big and complicated. I wrote three essays, mainly focusing on small matters and using simple sentences. The admissions officers have to read hundreds of essays a day; they are already tired of SAT vocabularies and long sentences. Therefore, a straightforward writing style is refreshing to their eyes as well as their minds. Essays were the key to my success in the admissions game. I just wrote about what I wanted to say, not what I thought the admissions officers would like to hear. In my main narrative-style essay, I told the story of my American journey at the age of 14. During that time, I was not bogged down (陷入) by trying to fit into a new environment; instead, I looked up to Mother Teresa for guidance and strength. I found my new self and grew to love the name Teresa and the memories it held. In my two minor essays, I explained the major events of my life, why I loved writing and why my dad is the person who has the greatest influence on me. Both provided details of my character. The essay about writing, which is titled “I Shall Not Live in Vain” (inspired by an Emily Dickinson poem), earned a lot of praise. It is because I really looked into my heart and thought deeply in order to reach my answers. Looking back upon those days, I really appreciate what I have done to help me finally make it. 41. I asked my parents for advice about my essays because ________. A. they are more experienced B. they know me perfectly well C. they are the only people I can rely on D. they are extremely worried about my application 42. In order to impress the admissions officers, the applicants should write their essays ________. A. with a big vocabulary B. with simple sentences C. about small matters D. in a straightforward style 43. What helped the writer gain admissions to his or her university of choice? A. High scores. B. Good recommendations. C. Good essays. D. Interesting stories. 44. According to the passage, ________ has the greatest influence on the writer. A Mother Teresa B. his or her father C. Emily Dickinson D. admissions officers 45. The passage is mainly about ________. A. the writer’s experience in college admissions B. the importance of college education for students C. how parents’ worries add to students’ pressure D. the importance of essays in college admissions C Humans make decisions using statistical information every day. For example, we weigh the likelihood of various factors when deciding what to bet in card games. However, humans aren’t alone in using statistical inferences in decision-making. Until now, human cousins like monkeys and also some birds have been regarded as the only animals to show evidence of reasoning based on probability and statistics, which requires advanced mental power. These animals have large brains relative to their body size, which is often linked with high intelligence. Researchers from the University of Barcelona oppugned such statements and suspected that an animal with a small brain relative to its body size could also perform statistical reasoning. Giraffes were an ideal choice. But researchers had a concern: When we choose a checkout line at a grocery store, we typically just count the number of people in each line, not weighing the probability. Statistical reasoning is quite distinct from basic counting. Giraffes have already shown an ability to perform quantity discrimination (being able to tell a larger number of items from a smaller number), which poses a challenge for the researchers to confirm their suspicion. The research team settled on a special approach where they started with a mixture of carrots the animal desires along with zucchinis (密生西葫芦) they dislike and varied the number and proportion (比例) of both items. The researchers placed different proportions of carrots and zucchinis into two plastic containers to test whether the giraffes could predict a higher likelihood of receiving a carrot. Each test consisted of 20 trials in which a researcher selected a piece of food from each container without showing it to the giraffes. The giraffes then touched the hand they wanted to eat from, using only the information they had from the containers. In the first test, where one container had 20 carrots and 80 zucchinis and another had 80 carrots and 20 zucchinis, each giraffe chose the hand that had a higher probability of holding a carrot at least 17 times. In the following two tests, the proportion of carrots and zucchinis was changed. Yet again the giraffes chose correctly. The combined results indicated that the researchers’ idea was convincing. 46. What is the existing theory about animals’ statistical reasoning based on? A. Brain processing is never unique to humans. B. Animals are smart enough to perform reasoning. C. Animals with larger bodies have larger brains. D. Brain size is positively related to intelligence. 47. What does the underlined word “oppugned” in Paragraph 3 probably mean? A. Declared. B. Applauded. C. Explained. D. Questioned. 48. What made giraffes the ideal subjects of this study? A. Their brains are small compared with their bodies. B They eat carrots in preference to zucchinis. C. They are good at making predictions. D Their ability to interact with humans is relatively good. 49. Why did the research team introduce a special approach to the study? A. To determine whether giraffes prefer carrots or zucchinis. B. To rule out the effect of giraffes’ quantity discrimination. C. To observe the giraffes’ behavior in different situations. D. To test the giraffes’ ability to perform basic counting. 50. What did the test results show? A. Giraffes rely on visual information to make food choices. B. Giraffes’ sense of proportion is limited. C. Giraffes are capable of statistical reasoning. D. Giraffes’ food preferences can be changed through training. D In today’s closely-connected world, silence is rare and undervalued. From morning to night, we are flooded with notifications, social media, and distractions. But at what cost? Constant engagement consumes our time and disturbs peace of mind. However, silence is of great significance nowadays. Silence is as essential to mental health as nutrients are to physical well-being. We carefully choose what we eat but rarely consider the mental input we absorb. Just as our bodies need rest, our minds need quiet to slow down, process information, and restore cognitive (认知的) energy. Yet, the myth of multitasking makes this difficult. Studies show it reduces efficiency and focus by forcing the brain to switch between tasks, consuming mental resources. We have grown so used to life’s constant stimulation that stillness feels uncomfortable. However, absence of constant stimulation allows the brain to ease stress, enhance concentration and spark creativity. Even a brief pause, like watching the clouds, can help reset the mind. As artist Leonard Koren noted, silence is “an emptiness full of possibilities”. Modern life fills us with sensory overload. Screens flash, notifications demand attention, and artificial noise fills every space. Recognizing this, many turn to nature for relief. For example, the Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku has been shown to lower stress, reduce blood pressure and improve cognition. Natural settings, with their soft sounds and quiet atmosphere, provide a much-needed comfort zone for the mind. Yet, true silence is increasingly difficult to approach. Whether at work, home or even on vacation, we remain constantly connected. The habitual urge to reach for our phones during spare time reveals our discomfort with stillness. But silence is not an absence — it is a space for reflection and self-connection. Small steps, like turning off notifications for an hour or walking without a phone, help cultivate stillness. Over time, these moments become essential for mental and emotional well-being. In a world demanding constant connectivity seeking silence is an act of self-preservation. Next time you feel the urge to check your phone, pause. Sit in silence. Your mind will thank you. 51. In Paragraph 1, the author presents ________. A an imaginary scene B. the brief conclusion C. a vivid example D. the main topic 52. According to the passage, how does multitasking affect the brain? A. It enhances cognitive energy. B. It increases the brain’s capacity. C. It lowers focus and efficiency. D. It chooses our mental output. 53. How does the author view modern life’s constant stimulation? A. As a source of stress and distraction. B. As something necessary in daily life. C. As something beneficial to mental health. D. As a way to connect with others. 54. What might the Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku be? A. Film watching. B. Forest bathing. C. Vehicle noises. D. Amusement parks. 55. What might be the best title of the passage? A. Multitasking: a Solution to Silence B. Emptiness: a Limit for Possibilities C. Silence: Well-being to Embrace D. Connectivity: Space for Silence 第三部分：阅读表达 (共5小题，每小题2分，满分10分) 阅读短文，并按照题目要求用英语回答问题。 阅读表达 Sometimes when it feels like things are falling apart, they may actually be falling into place. This is exactly the case for Holly Smith, 34, from Surrey, when she lost her job two years ago. At the beginning of 2020, Holly was working as a general manager for a small independent bakery business in Surrey. She had been there six years and couldn’t believe it when they told her she had to pack up her bags and leave. Being made redundant came as a huge shock for her and she panicked about struggling to pay the bills and finding another job during such a difficult time. Holly didn’t know where to turn initially, but she was determined to find a silver lining, so she picked up a paintbrush and began to paint. Holly painted a portrait of her parent’s dog, a Spinone Italiano named Bailey, and shared the image online. Straight after, a few friends requested their own pet paintings and soon her career took off. Holly named her business Holly & Murphy, after her special five-year-old cocker spaniel, Murphy. She is often at her most creative when she’s floating on water, together with her furry companion in her boat. She combines watercolour paints and pencils to bring dogs’ faces to life. A small painting usually takes two to three days to complete. Customers love how she captures their pet’s personality in great detail. Some of the most memorable paintings she has been asked to do are of dogs that have passed away. Her dog portraits start at £295 and can cost up to £595. “When it first happened, it felt like the end of the world,” Holly, a current full-time painter and business owner, told The Mirror, “but it was the best thing that ever happened to me. And I’m so grateful to have a job that I love.” 56. What’s the meaning of the underlined word in Paragraph 2? (no more than 3 words) ____________________________________________________________________________________________ 57. What does Paragraph 3 mainly tell us? (no more than 15 words) ____________________________________________________________________________________________ 58. What do Holly’s customers love her paintings about? (no more than 10 words) ____________________________________________________________________________________________ 59. How does Holly feel about the big change in life? (no more than 15 words) ____________________________________________________________________________________________ 60. What have you learned from Holly and her story? (No more than 20 words) ____________________________________________________________________________________________ 第四部分：书面表达 (满分25分) 61. 假设你是晨光中学的李津。你校校报将举办一次英语作文比赛，题目为“Every Setback Is a Test for Us”。你要写一篇英语作文参加。内容包括： 1.描述你自己经历的一次挫折； 2.你克服挫折的体会和建议。 注意： (1)词数不少于100； (2)可适当加入细节，使内容充实、行文连贯； (3)开头已给出，不计入总词数。 参考词汇：setback挫折 Every Setback Is a Test for Us _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 2025—2026学年第一学期12月统练 高三年级 英语 听力 第一节 (共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分) 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，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你将有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。 1. How much did the pink coat cost? A.$35. B. $50. C. $85. 2. What will the woman do next? A. Make a telephone call. B. Go to her office. C. Visit a library. 3. Why is Alex applying for financial aid? A. He is out of work. B. He has lost lots of money. C. He has to support his little brother. 4. When does the conversation take place? A. On Monday. B. On Wednesday. C. On Friday. 5. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. A strike. B. An employee. C. A piece of news. 第二节 (共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分) 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秒钟的作答时间。每段材料读两遍。 听下面一段对话，回答第6至第8小题。 6. How will the speakers travel this time? A. By plane. B. By ship C. By train. 7. What does the man say about the last trip? A. The schedule was tight. B. It took him too much time. C. It gave him a surprising experience. 8. What will the speakers do tomorrow morning? A. Visit Joseph. B. Withdraw some money. C. Buy traveller’s cheques. 听下面一段对话，回答第9至第11小题。 9. What relation is the woman to Mr. Callington? A. His secretary. B. His manager. C. His wife. 10. Where is Mr. Callington now? A. In his office. B. Out of town. C. In Houston. 11. Why does the man make the telephone call? A. To call off a meeting. B. To know about a trip plan. C. To change the time of an appointment. 听下面一段独白,回答第12至第15小题. 12. What could the man probably be? A. A writer. B. A zoo keeper. C. A journalist. 13. What will a defender cat do before a fight? A. Lie down its ears flat against its head. B. Turn its ears toward the side. C. Hold its tail straight up. 14. What part of a cat’s body shows its feelings the best? A. The eyes. B. The tail. C. The legs. 15. How does a cat try to understand humans? A. By listening to their tones. B. By watching their gestures. C. By watching their eyes. 笔试 第一部分：英语知识运用 (共两节，满分45分) 第一节 单项填空 (共15小题，每小题1分，满分15分) 从A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出一个可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 1. —The performance starts at half past seven, so do you think we can arrive on time? —________ If the traffic is not heavy, we can surely get there in advance. A. You can’t be serious! B. It depends. C. No way! D. Forget it. 【答案】B 【解析】 【详解】考查交际用语。句意：——演出七点半开始，你觉得我们能准时到达吗？——这视情况而定。如果交通不拥挤，我们一定能提前到达那里。A. You can’t be serious!你一定是在开玩笑吧；B. It depends.看情况；C. No way!不可能；D. Forget it.没关系，别提了。根据下文“If the traffic is not heavy, we can surely get there in advance”可知，下文提出在交通不拥挤的条件下可以提前到达，这说明是否准时到达需要看情况。故选B。 2. The research they had been devoted to ____________ to be of great value. A. being proved B. proving C. prove D. proved 【答案】D 【解析】 【详解】考查动词和时态。句意：他们一直致力于的研究被证明是很有价值的。they had been devoted to为省略了引导词的定语从句，修饰主语The research，空处为主句的谓语动词，根据从句谓语had been devoted to可知，主句时态为一般过去时，描述发生在过去的事情。故选D项。 3. The National Half Marathon, ________ popularity is growing much stronger, has become our annual sport gala. A. which B. whose C. of which D. its 【答案】B 【解析】 【详解】考查定语从句。句意：全国半程马拉松已经成为我们一年一度的体育盛会，其受欢迎程度越来越高。分析句子结构可知，此处使用了非限制性定语从句，关系词指代先行词The National Half Marathon，在从句中作定语，使用关系代词whose，故选择B项。 4. Fossil fuels are non-renewable, whose reserves will be used up one day in the future. In contrast, renewable energy sources are basically __________, and will be available to us for a few billion more years. A. inadequate B. inexhaustible C. inaccessible D. inflexible 【答案】B 【解析】 【详解】考查形容词词义辨析。句意：化石燃料是不可再生的，其储量总有一天会用完。相比之下，可再生能源基本上是取之不尽用之不竭的，而且在几十亿年后我们还可以使用。A. inadequate不充足的；B. inexhaustible取之不尽，用之不竭的；C. inaccessible达不到的；D. inflexible僵硬的。根据下文“will be available to us for a few billion more years.(在几十亿年后我们还可以使用)”可推理出上文说的是可再生能源是取之不尽，用之不竭的，故选B项。 5. ________ is known to all, honesty is the best policy in any situation. A. As B. It C. What D. We 【答案】A 【解析】 【详解】考查定语从句。句意：众所周知，在任何情况下，诚实都是上策。设空处使用as引导非限制性定语从句，引导词在从句中作主语，指代整个主句内容，固定句型as is known to all，意为“众所周知”。故选A。 6. Learning the rules of a new language, especially ________ involving as many irregular verbs as English, can be frustrating. A. the one B. that C. some D. one 【答案】D 【解析】 【详解】考查代词辨析。句意：学习一门新语言的规则，尤其是像英语这样包含大量不规则动词的语言，可能会令人非常沮丧。A. the one那一个（特指某一个特定的事物）；B. that那个（指代前文的不可数名词或单数可数名词，为特指，且常带有后置定语）；C. some一些；D. one一个（泛指前文提到的同类单数可数名词）。根据句意可知，这里应用one泛指上文中“a new language”，从而避免名词重复，表示“一门和英语一样包含很多不规则动词的语言”。故选D项。 7. An ancient temple _________ the Northern Qi Dynasty was destroyed in flames, _________ concerns about the effective protection of cultural relics. A. dating back to; caused B. dating from; causing C. dated back to; causing D. dated from; caused 【答案】B 【解析】 【详解】考查非谓语动词。句意：一座北齐古刹毁于一旦，引发了人们对文物有效保护的担忧。分析句子结构，第一个空白处在句子中做后置定语，使用非谓语动词，因与其逻辑主语an ancient temple之间为逻辑上的主谓关系，使用现在分词；分析第二个空白处，第二个空白处在句子中作状语，表示一个自然而然的结果，使用现在分词，故选B项。 8. Just as the clothes a person wears, the food he eats and the friends with whom he spends his time, his house ______ his personality. A. remember B. strengthens C. reflects D. shapes 【答案】C 【解析】 【详解】考查动词词义辨析。句意：就像一个人穿的衣服、吃的食物以及与之共度时光的朋友一样，他的房子反映了他的个性。A. remember记得；B. strengthens加强；C. reflects反映，折射；D. shapes使成形。故选C。 9. Some pills many people take to achieve or maintain their desired weight will lower their life expectancy_____ they contain something harmful． A. so that B. in that C. even if D. as if 【答案】B 【解析】 【详解】考查连词。句意：很多人吃药来确保他们达到或维持他们想要的体重，这会减少他们的寿命，因为这些药中含有有害物质。A. so that为了；B．in that因为；C. even if 即使；D. as if好像。根据“lower their life expectancy”可知，原因是含有有害的物质，所以减少寿命。故选B项。 10. —What a pity that Dad didn’t attend my graduation ceremony yesterday afternoon. —Oh, he _______ some business partners from Europe. A. would meet B. was meeting C. had met D. has met 【答案】B 【解析】 【详解】考查时态。句意——爸爸昨天下午没有参加我的毕业典礼真是太遗憾了。——那时他正在会晤欧洲的商业合作伙伴。根据下文“some business partners from Europe”可知，那时父亲正在开会。表示过去某一时间点（段）正在做的事情用过去进行时。故B项正确。 11. ---She is a wonderful dancer. --- __________ . She is one of my best students! A. You got me there B. You are kidding me C. You are telling me D. You have my word 【答案】C 【解析】 【详解】考查情景交际。句意：---她是一位出色的舞蹈家。---这还用你说。她是我最好的学生之一！A.You got me there你问倒我了；B.You are kidding me你在和我开玩笑。C.You are telling me表示这还用你说；我早知道了；D.You have my word我向你保证。根据句意选择C。 12. ________he managed to finish the marathon inspired his classmates to push their limits in sports. A. What B. That C. Whether D. When 【答案】B 【解析】 【详解】考查主语从句连接词。句意：他成功跑完马拉松这件事，激励了同学们在体育运动中挑战自己的极限。A. What什么；B. That无意义，只起连接作用；C. Whether是否；D. When何时。分析句子结构可知，此处为主语从句，从句“____he managed to finish the Marathon”成分完整，不缺成分，应用只起连接作用、无实义的that来引导。故选B项。 13. —Did Tony win the game? —No. Staying up late made him at his worst ________ physical situation. A. in case of B. in terms of C. in favor of D. in spite of 【答案】B 【解析】 【详解】考查介词短语辨析。句意：--托尼赢了比赛吗？-没有。熬夜使他就身体状况而言是最差的。A. in case of万一；B. in terms of就...而言；C. in favor of 赞成；D. in spite of不管。分析句意可知，此处使用in terms of符合语境，即就身体状况这一方面而言，情况最差。故选B项。 14. What will remain of us when artificial intelligence will be our creativity. A. takes over B. drops out C. falls away D. breaks away 【答案】A 【解析】 【详解】考查动词短语辨析。句意：当人工智能控制世界时，我们剩下的将正是我们的创造力。A. takes over接管，控制；B. drops out退出； C. falls away消失； D. breaks away与……决裂。 根据“What will remain of us”可知，句作假设了AI控制世界后我们的情况。故选A。 15. —I can’t think why he ______ so angry. I meant no offence. —It’s typical of him to be sensitive. A. must have been B. should have been C. might have been D. can have been 【答案】B 【解析】 【详解】考查情态动词+have done结构。句意：——我想不出他为什么这么生气。我无意冒犯。——敏感是他的特点。A. must have been对过去事实肯定的推测；B. should have been本应该做某事，而实际没有做；C. might have been表示一种可能性，一种推测；D. can have been表示推测，题干中表示“本应该做某事，而实际没有做”，故选B。 第二节 完形填空( 共20小题，每小题1.5分，满分30分) 阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从所给的四个选项A、B、C和D中，选出最佳选项。 As the other four players enjoy the crucial victory in an Arena Of Valor competition, they remained unaware that their teammate Lu Dong is a Paralympic ____16____ champion who plays with her feet. At 32, Lu Dong has ____17____ a lot of medals over her 19-year swimming career. Meanwhile, she has enriched her daily life by ____18____ into various hobbies. Lu ____19____ an interest in Arena Of Valor in 2017. ____20____, her appearances in internet cafes drew a lot of curious glances, which made her ____21____ However, it also led to generous compliments when others ____22____ her remarkable skills. “They praised me after watching me play so well with my feet, which gave me a sense of ____23____,” Lu said. Besides video games, Lu has ____24____ an hour daily to piano practice for the past three years and has also _____25_____ her skills in both cooking and beauty makeup. Losing her _____26_____ in a childhood accident Lu stop participating in P. E. classes to avoid _____27_____ in her elementary school days, which made her physically and mentally _____28_____. Luckily, she was recommended to join the provincial swimming team in 2004. She won two golds and two silvers in the youth group of the National Championship in 2005, earning a _____29_____ in the national squad (代表队). Lu’s _____30_____ performances in the pool caught the eye of Beijing Sports University in 2020, _____31_____ the beginning of her college journey. Changing from a (n) _____32_____ girl to a national champion, Lu gained immense confidence. She no longer _____33_____ to wear T-shirts in summer or to tuck her sleeves into her pockets in winter. “It was swimming that _____34_____ the girl who always talked a lot and the girl who was brave enough to _____35_____ the fixed image of the disabled.” Lu said. 16. A. swimming B. running C. dancing D. singing 17. A. accounted B. accommodated C. accomplished D. accumulated 18. A. looking B. diving C. leaping D. bumping 19. A. developed B. created C. made D. built 20. A. Eventually B. Formally C. Initially D. Firstly 21. A. confident B. comfortable C. uneasy D. annoyed 22. A. approved B. witnessed C. learned D. practiced 23. A. responsibility B. belonging C. identity D. achievement 24. A. dedicated B. lasted C. waited D. offered 25. A. found B. kept C. required D. showcased 26. A. hands B. arms C. legs D. feet 27. A. wounds B. damage C. injuries D. loss 28. A. vulnerable B. capable C. strong D. tired 29. A. degree B. living C. position D. point 30. A. unique B. ordinary C. typical D. exceptional 31. A. changing B. marking C. following D. proving 32. A. uncommunicative B. unambitious C. selfish D. impatient 33. A. managed B. attempted C. expected D. hesitated 34. A. found out B. brought back C. waken up D. taken away 35. A. understand B. accept C. challenge D. shape 【答案】16. A 17. D 18. B 19. A 20. C 21. C 22. B 23. D 24. A 25. D 26. B 27. C 28. A 29. C 30. D 31. B 32. A 33. D 34. B 35. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇人物传记。文章主要介绍了卢冬(音译)这位失去双臂的残奥会游泳冠军如何克服身体障碍，在游泳领域取得卓越成就，并进而在游戏、钢琴、烹饪和美容等多个领域展现自己的才能和自信。 16题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：当其他四名队员在《王者荣耀》比赛中取得关键胜利的时候，他们并不知道他们的队友卢冬是残奥会游泳冠军，她用脚玩游戏。A. swimming游泳；B. running跑步；C. dancing跳舞；D. singing唱歌。根据下文“Luckily, she was recommended to join the provincial swimming team in 2004. She won two golds and two silvers in the youth group of the National Championship in 2005, earning a ____14____ in the national squad (代表队).”可知，卢冬是游泳冠军。故选A。 【17题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：32岁的卢冬在她19年的游泳生涯中积累了很多奖牌。A. accounted解释；B. accommodated提供住宿；C. accomplished完成；D. accumulated积累。根据空后的“a lot of medals over her 19-year swimming career.”可知，在19年的游泳生涯，她是积累了许多奖牌。故选D。 【18题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：与此同时，她也通过投身各种爱好来丰富自己的日常生活。A. looking看；B. diving跳水、投入；C. leaping跳跃；D. bumping碰撞。根据下文可知，卢冬在日常生活中还弹钢琴，研究烹饪和美妆，由此可知，她是投身各种爱好。故选B。 【19题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：卢冬在2017年对《王者荣耀》产生了兴趣。A. developed发展、培养；B. created创造；C. made制作；D. built建立。根据空后的“an interest in”以及句意可知，卢冬在2017年对《王者荣耀》产生了兴趣，考查短语：develop an interest in，意为“对……产生了兴趣”，符合句意。故选A。 【20题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：起初，她在网吧的出现吸引了很多好奇的目光，这让她感到不自在。A. Eventually最终；B. Formally正式地；C. Initially起初；D. Firstly首先。根据下文“However, it also led to generous compliments when others ____7____ her remarkable skills. “They praised me after watching me play so well with my feet, which gave me a sense of ____8____,” Lu said.”可知，后来人们都对她的游戏技能赞不绝口，由此可推测，空处指的是最初人们会对她用脚玩游戏感到好奇。故选C。 【21题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：起初，她在网吧的出现吸引了很多好奇的目光，这让她感到不自在。A. confident自信的；B. comfortable舒适的；C. uneasy不自在的；D. annoyed恼怒的。根据上文“her appearances in internet cafes drew a lot of curious glances”以及常理可知，人们都盯着她看，她自然是感到不自在。故选C。 【22题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：然而，当别人看到她出色的游戏技能时，也对她赞不绝口。A. approved批准、赞同；B. witnessed见证、看到；C. learned学习、得知；D. practiced练习。根据下文““They praised me after watching me play so well with my feet, which gave me a sense of ____8____,” Lu said.”可知，这些人是看到了她出色的游戏技能对她赞不绝口。故选B。 【23题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意： “他们看我用脚玩得这么好，都夸我，这给了我一种成就感。”卢说。A. responsibility责任；B. belonging所有物；C. identity一致、身份；D. achievement成就。根据上文的““They praised me after watching me play so well with my feet,”以及常理可知，别人这么夸她，她会有一种成就感。故选D。 【24题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意： 除了玩电子游戏，过去三年里，卢每天花一个小时练习钢琴，并在烹饪和美容化妆方面展示了自己的技能。A. dedicated致力于；B. lasted持续；C. waited等待；D. offered提供。根据句意可知，卢冬每天都会练习钢琴；考查短语：dedicate …to….，意为“花时间做某事、致力于做某事”，符合句意。故选A。 【25题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：除了玩电子游戏，过去三年里，卢每天花一个小时练习钢琴，并在烹饪和美容化妆方面展示了自己的技能。A. found发现；B. kept维持；C. required要求；D. showcased展示、陈列。根据空后的“her skills in both cooking and beauty makeup.”可推测，卢是在这两方面展现了自己的技能。故选D。 【26题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：童年时期的一场意外让卢冬失去了双臂，因此她在小学时不再参加体育课，以避免受伤，这让她在身心上都变得脆弱。A. hands手；B. arms胳膊；C. legs腿；D. feet脚。根据上文“As the other four players enjoy the crucial victory in an Arena Of Valor competition, they remained unaware that their teammate Lu Dong is a Paralympic ____1____ champion who plays with her feet.”可知，卢冬是用脚打游戏，以及18空所在句所说的：她不再犹豫在夏天穿T恤，或者在冬天把袖子塞进口袋，由此可知，童年的意外让卢冬失去了双臂。故选B。 【27题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：童年时期的一场意外让卢冬失去了双臂，因此她在小学时不再参加体育课，以避免受伤，这让她在身心上都变得脆弱。A. wounds伤口；B. damage损害；C. injuries受伤；D. loss损失。根据常理可知，由于卢冬失去了双臂，所以小学时她不参加体育课是为了避免受伤。故选C。 【28题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：童年时期的一场意外让卢冬失去了双臂，因此她在小学时不再参加体育课，以避免受伤，这让她在身心上都变得脆弱。A. vulnerable易受伤害的；B. capable有能力的；C. strong强壮的；D. tired劳累的。根据上文可知，由于一场意外，卢冬失去了双臂，所以不能上体育课，由此可推测，这让她身心都变得脆弱，容易受到伤害。故选A。 【29题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：2005年，她在全国锦标赛青年组中获得了2金2银，进入了国家队。A. degree学位、程度；B. living生计；C. position位置、职位；D. point观点、特点。根据空后“in the national squad (代表队)”可推测，卢冬凭着自己傲人成绩在国家队有了一席之地。故选C。 【30题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：2020年，卢冬在泳池中的出色表现引起了北京体育大学的注意，标志着她大学之旅的开始。A. unique独特的；B. ordinary普通的；C. typical典型的；D. exceptional例外的、出色的。根据上文“Luckily, she was recommended to join the provincial swimming team in 2004. She won two golds and two silvers in the youth group of the National Championship in 2005, earning a ____14____ in the national squad (代表队).”可知，卢冬的表现非常出色。故选D。 【31题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：2020年，卢冬在泳池中的出色表现引起了北京体育大学的注意，标志着她大学之旅的开始。A. changing改变；B. marking标志、打分；C. following跟随；D. proving证明。根据句意可知，她的出色表现引起了背景体育大学的注意，将其录取，而这也标志了她大学生涯的开始。故选B。 【32题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：从一个沉默寡言的女孩到全国冠军，卢冬获得了极大的自信。A. uncommunicative拘谨的；B. unambitious没有名利心的；C. selfish自私的；D. impatient没有耐心的。根据上文可知，最初面对别人的注视，卢冬非常不自在，由此可知，一开始的她是拘谨的，沉默寡言的。故选A。 【33题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：她不再犹豫在夏天穿T恤，或者在冬天把袖子塞进口袋。A. managed管理、做成；B. attempted试图；C. expected期待；D. hesitated犹豫。根据上文“Changing from a (n) ____17____ girl to a national champion, Lu gained immense confidence.”可知。卢冬逐渐有了自信，说明没有胳膊的她不再惧怕在夏天穿短袖或者在冬天把袖子塞进口袋。故选D。 【34题详解】 考查动词短语词义辨析。句意：“是游泳让我找回了那个总是爱说话的女孩，那个勇敢地挑战残疾人固有形象的女孩。”卢冬说。A. found out查明；B. brought back带回、使记起；C. waken up叫醒；D. taken away夺走。根据空后“the girl who always talked a lot and the girl who was brave enough”可知，本句指的是游泳让她有了信心，找回了事故发生前那个爱说话的女孩。故选B。 【35题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：“是游泳让我找回了那个总是爱说话的女孩，那个勇敢地挑战残疾人固有形象的女孩。”卢冬说。A. understand理解；B. accept接受；C. challenge挑战；D. shape塑造。根据上文内容可知，卢冬虽然没有双臂，但是她不畏命运的挑战，不仅成为游泳冠军，还用脚打游戏，弹钢琴，甚至烹饪美妆也不落下。由此可知，她用自身的经历挑战人们对残疾人存在的固有的印象。故选C。 第二部分：阅读理解 (共20小题，每小题2.5分，满分50分) 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳答案。 A New Workshops at Creative Hub At Creative Hub, we believe in unlocking creativity through hands-on learning. Our new series of workshops in London caters to both beginners and experienced enthusiasts, offering unique opportunities to explore diverse artistic disciplines. Each workshop is led by professional artists, ensuring an immersive and educational experience in a supportive environment. Digital Painting Fundamentals Tutor: Mia Chen Dates: 5-7 July, £180 (10% early-bird discount) Dive into the world of digital art with Mia Chen. This workshop introduces basic techniques using popular software like Procreate and Photoshop. Learn to create vibrant illustrations, master layer management, and experiment with digital brushes. Perfect for those new to digital art or looking to transition from traditional media. Sculpting with Clay Tutor: Leo Rossi Dates: 12-14 July, £220 (15% group discount) Explore the tactile art of clay sculpting with Leo Rossi. Participants will learn fundamental sculpting skills, from shaping forms to adding texture and detail. No prior experience is required—just a willingness to get creative with your hands. All materials are provided, and you’ll take home your finished sculpture. Photography: Capturing Urban Landscapes Tutor: Elena Moore Dates: 19-21 July, £250 (20% student discount) Join Elena Moore to discover the art of photographing cityscapes. This workshop combines classroom instruction with outdoor shoots in London’s iconic locations. Learn to use composition, lighting, and perspective to capture the energy and beauty of urban environments. Ideal for photographers of all levels seeking to refine their skills. Watercolor Botanicals Tutor: Lily Zhou Dates: 26-28 July, £190 (5% repeat-customer discount) Immerse yourself in the delicate world of watercolor with Lily Zhou. Focusing on botanical subjects, you’ll learn to mix colors, create soft gradients, and depict natural textures. Whether you’re a beginner or want to improve your watercolor techniques, this workshop offers a relaxing and inspiring experience. 36. What is the main goal of the workshops at Creative Hub? A. To provide professional certification for artists. B. To sell art materials and tools to participants. C. To inspire creativity through practical learning. D. To showcase the tutors’ personal art collections. 37. Which workshop is best for beginners in digital art? A. Digital Painting Fundamentals B. Sculpting with Clay C. Photography: Capturing Urban Landscapes D. Watercolor Botanicals 38. What can participants do in Elena Moore’s workshop? A. Learn to use clay sculpting tools. B. Take outdoor photos in London’s landmarks. C. Master watercolor gradient techniques. D. Experiment with digital brush settings. 39. If a student signs up for Photography: Capturing Urban Landscapes, how much will he/she pay? A. £200 B. £210 C. £230 D. £250 40. Where is this text most likely from? A. A local art school’s promotional brochure B. A scientific research paper C. A fashion design magazine D. A travel guidebook 【答案】36. C 37. A 38. B 39. A 40. A 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇应用文，主要介绍的是Creative Hub在伦敦开设的一系列新的艺术工作坊，包括工作坊的内容、导师、日期和价格等信息。 【36题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段“At Creative Hub, we believe in unlocking creativity through hands-on learning.(在Creative Hub，我们相信通过实践学习来释放创造力。)”可知，Creative Hub的主要目标是通过实践学习激发创造力。故选C。 【37题详解】 细节理解题。根据Digital Painting Fundamentals部分“Perfect for those new to digital art or looking to transition from traditional media.(非常适合那些刚开始接触数字艺术的人，或是希望从传统媒介转型而来的人。)”可知，最适合数字艺术初学者的是Digital Painting Fundamentals。故选A。 【38题详解】 细节理解题。根据Photography: Capturing Urban Landscapes部分“Join Elena Moore to discover the art of photographing cityscapes. This workshop combines classroom instruction with outdoor shoots in London’s iconic locations.(和Elena Moore一起探索拍摄城市风景的艺术。这个工作坊结合了课堂教学和伦敦标志性地点的户外拍摄。)”可知，在Elena Moore的工作坊，参与者可以在伦敦的地标建筑拍摄户外照片。故选B。 【39题详解】 细节理解题。根据Photography: Capturing Urban Landscapes部分“£250 (20% student discount)(250英镑（20%学生折扣）)”可知，如果一个学生报名参加Photography: Capturing Urban Landscapes，他/她将支付的钱是£250*0.8=£200，故选A。 【40题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段“At Creative Hub, we believe in unlocking creativity through hands-on learning. Our new series of workshops in London caters to both beginners and experienced enthusiasts, offering unique opportunities to explore diverse artistic disciplines. Each workshop is led by professional artists, ensuring an immersive and educational experience in a supportive environment.(在Creative Hub，我们相信通过实践学习来释放创造力。我们在伦敦的新系列工作坊迎合了初学者和有经验的爱好者，提供了探索不同艺术学科的独特机会。每个工作坊都由专业艺术家领导，确保在一个支持性的环境中获得身临其境的教育体验。)”可知，本文主要介绍的是Creative Hub在伦敦开设的一系列新的艺术工作坊，包括工作坊的内容、导师、日期和价格等信息，因此本文最有可能来自当地艺术学校的宣传手册。故选A。 B College is a big deal for American students as well as for Chinese students. During the college application, some parents become extremely worried. This only adds to the pressure. Before I applied to the colleges, I told my parents I would get everything straightened out. If I needed any help, I promised that I would ask them. As it turned out, I had no problem putting everything together on my own, including my resume and a basic outline of my activities in high school. The only part where I asked my parents for advice was the essays. In writing and revising the essays, I needed feedback from an audience. As my parents know me better than anyone, they were perfect for the job. The essays are extremely important in college admissions. In a competitive pool of applicants, the test scores and activities, as well as the recommendations are all going to be very similar. The essays are the one area in which students can make themselves stand out. Essays don’t have to be big and complicated. I wrote three essays, mainly focusing on small matters and using simple sentences. The admissions officers have to read hundreds of essays a day; they are already tired of SAT vocabularies and long sentences. Therefore, a straightforward writing style is refreshing to their eyes as well as their minds. Essays were the key to my success in the admissions game. I just wrote about what I wanted to say, not what I thought the admissions officers would like to hear. In my main narrative-style essay, I told the story of my American journey at the age of 14. During that time, I was not bogged down (陷入) by trying to fit into a new environment; instead, I looked up to Mother Teresa for guidance and strength. I found my new self and grew to love the name Teresa and the memories it held. In my two minor essays, I explained the major events of my life, why I loved writing and why my dad is the person who has the greatest influence on me. Both provided details of my character. The essay about writing, which is titled “I Shall Not Live in Vain” (inspired by an Emily Dickinson poem), earned a lot of praise. It is because I really looked into my heart and thought deeply in order to reach my answers. Looking back upon those days, I really appreciate what I have done to help me finally make it. 41. I asked my parents for advice about my essays because ________. A. they are more experienced B. they know me perfectly well C. they are the only people I can rely on D. they are extremely worried about my application 42. In order to impress the admissions officers, the applicants should write their essays ________. A. with a big vocabulary B. with simple sentences C. about small matters D. in a straightforward style 43. What helped the writer gain admissions to his or her university of choice? A. High scores. B. Good recommendations. C. Good essays. D. Interesting stories. 44. According to the passage, ________ has the greatest influence on the writer. A. Mother Teresa B. his or her father C. Emily Dickinson D. admissions officers 45. The passage is mainly about ________. A. the writer’s experience in college admissions B. the importance of college education for students C. how parents’ worries add to students’ pressure D. the importance of essays in college admissions 【答案】41. B 42. D 43. C 44. B 45. A 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者申请大学的个人经历，他/她自己独立完成申请材料，仅在文书写作环节寻求父母建议，最终凭借真实直白的文书成功获得录取。 【41题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段中“The only part where I asked my parents for advice was the essays. In writing and revising the essays, I needed feedback from an audience. As my parents know me better than anyone, they were perfect for the job. (我唯一向父母征求意见的地方是写作文。在写作和修改文章时，我需要听众的反馈。我的父母比任何人都了解我，他们是这份工作的完美人选)”可知，作者因父母最了解自己而寻求作文上的建议。故选B项。 【42题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段中“The admissions officers have to read hundreds of essays a day; they are already tired of SAT vocabularies and long sentences. Therefore, a straightforward writing style is refreshing to their eyes as well as their minds. (招生人员必须每天阅读数以百计的文章；他们已经厌倦了SAT的词汇和长句子。因此，直白的写作风格使他们的眼睛和心灵都焕然一新)”可知，采用直白的风格进行写作，申请者更能打动招生人员。故选D项。 【43题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段中“Essays were the key to my success in the admissions game. (文章是我在录取博弈中成功的关键)”可知，出色的文章帮助作者被理想大学录取。故选C项。 【44题详解】 细节理解题。根据最后一段中“In my two minor essays, I explained the major events of my life, why I loved writing and why my dad is the person who has the greatest influence on me. (在我的两篇小文章中，我解释了我生活中的重大事件，为什么我喜欢写作，为什么我的父亲是对我影响最大的人)”可知，父亲是对作者影响最大的人。故选B项。 【45题详解】 主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是第三段中“As it turned out, I had no problem putting everything together on my own, including my resume and a basic outline of my activities in high school. The only part where I asked my parents for advice was the essays. (事实证明，我完全可以自己把所有的东西整理好，包括我的简历和我在高中时的基本活动大纲。我唯一向父母征求意见的地方是写作文)”可知，文章以作者申请大学的个人经历为主线，重点描述了自己如何独立完成申请材料，并在文书写作环节寻求父母建议的过程，最终凭借真实直白的文书成功获得录取。故选A项。 C Humans make decisions using statistical information every day. For example, we weigh the likelihood of various factors when deciding what to bet in card games. However, humans aren’t alone in using statistical inferences in decision-making. Until now, human cousins like monkeys and also some birds have been regarded as the only animals to show evidence of reasoning based on probability and statistics, which requires advanced mental power. These animals have large brains relative to their body size, which is often linked with high intelligence. Researchers from the University of Barcelona oppugned such statements and suspected that an animal with a small brain relative to its body size could also perform statistical reasoning. Giraffes were an ideal choice. But researchers had a concern: When we choose a checkout line at a grocery store, we typically just count the number of people in each line, not weighing the probability. Statistical reasoning is quite distinct from basic counting. Giraffes have already shown an ability to perform quantity discrimination (being able to tell a larger number of items from a smaller number), which poses a challenge for the researchers to confirm their suspicion. The research team settled on a special approach where they started with a mixture of carrots the animal desires along with zucchinis (密生西葫芦) they dislike and varied the number and proportion (比例) of both items. The researchers placed different proportions of carrots and zucchinis into two plastic containers to test whether the giraffes could predict a higher likelihood of receiving a carrot. Each test consisted of 20 trials in which a researcher selected a piece of food from each container without showing it to the giraffes. The giraffes then touched the hand they wanted to eat from, using only the information they had from the containers. In the first test, where one container had 20 carrots and 80 zucchinis and another had 80 carrots and 20 zucchinis, each giraffe chose the hand that had a higher probability of holding a carrot at least 17 times. In the following two tests, the proportion of carrots and zucchinis was changed. Yet again the giraffes chose correctly. The combined results indicated that the researchers’ idea was convincing. 46. What is the existing theory about animals’ statistical reasoning based on? A. Brain processing is never unique to humans. B. Animals are smart enough to perform reasoning. C. Animals with larger bodies have larger brains. D. Brain size is positively related to intelligence. 47. What does the underlined word “oppugned” in Paragraph 3 probably mean? A. Declared. B. Applauded. C. Explained. D. Questioned. 48. What made giraffes the ideal subjects of this study? A. Their brains are small compared with their bodies. B. They eat carrots in preference to zucchinis. C. They are good at making predictions. D. Their ability to interact with humans is relatively good. 49. Why did the research team introduce a special approach to the study? A. To determine whether giraffes prefer carrots or zucchinis. B. To rule out the effect of giraffes’ quantity discrimination. C. To observe the giraffes’ behavior in different situations. D. To test the giraffes’ ability to perform basic counting. 50. What did the test results show? A. Giraffes rely on visual information to make food choices. B. Giraffes’ sense of proportion is limited. C. Giraffes are capable of statistical reasoning. D. Giraffes’ food preferences can be changed through training. 【答案】46. D 47. D 48. A 49. B 50. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲的是巴塞罗那大学的研究者对动物统计推理能力传统观点的质疑与验证，核心内容是通过实验证明长颈鹿具备基于概率和统计进行推理的能力。 【46题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段“However, humans aren’t alone in using statistical inferences in decision-making. Until now, human cousins like monkeys and also some birds have been regarded as the only animals to show evidence of reasoning based on probability and statistics, which requires advanced mental power. These animals have large brains relative to their body size, which is often linked with high intelligence.(然而，在决策中运用统计推断的并非只有人类。迄今为止，猴子等与人类亲缘关系较近的动物，以及部分鸟类，被认为是唯一能展现出基于概率和统计进行推理能力的动物——这种推理能力需要复杂的心智活动。这些动物的大脑相对于自身体型而言体积更大，而这一点通常与高智商相关联。)”可知，现有的关于动物统计推理能力的理论是基于大脑大小与智力呈正相关这一观点，即大脑相对身体越大，智力越高。故选D。 【47题详解】 词句猜测题。 根据第三段中的“suspected that an animal with a small brain relative to its body size could also perform statistical reasoning(怀疑与体型相比，大脑较小的动物也能进行统计推理)”可知，研究人员对已有的论断持质疑的态度，故划线词的词义为“质疑”，和Questioned意思相近。故选D。 【48题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段“Researchers from the University of Barcelona oppugned such statements and suspected that an animal with a small brain relative to its body size could also perform statistical reasoning.(巴塞罗那大学的研究人员对这种说法提出了质疑，他们怀疑，相对于体型而言，大脑较小的动物也可以进行统计推理。)”和第四段“Giraffes were an ideal choice.(长颈鹿是一个理想的选择。)”可推知，让长颈鹿成为这项研究的理想对象的是与它们的身体相比，它们的大脑很小。故选A。 【49题详解】 推理判断题。根据第四段中的“Statistical reasoning is quite distinct from basic counting. Giraffes have already shown an ability to perform quantity discrimination (being able to tell a larger number of items from a smaller number), which poses a challenge for the researchers to confirm their suspicion.(统计推理与基本的计数是截然不同的。长颈鹿已经表现出进行数量辨别的能力（能够从较小的数量中分辨出较多的物品），这对研究人员证实他们的怀疑提出了挑战。)”可推知，研究人员指出统计推理与基本的计数是截然不同的，所以为了排除长颈鹿基于数量区分做出选择这一可能性，他们引入了一个特别的方法。故选B。 【50题详解】 推理判断题。 根据第三段“Researchers from the University of Barcelona oppugned such statements and suspected that an animal with a small brain relative to its body size could also perform statistical reasoning.(巴塞罗那大学的研究人员对这种说法提出了质疑，他们怀疑，相对于体型而言，大脑较小的动物也可以进行统计推理。)”，倒数第二段的“Yet again the giraffes chose correctly.(但是长颈鹿再次做出了正确的选择。)”以及最后一段“The combined results indicated that the researchers’ idea was convincing.(综合结果表明，研究人员的想法是令人信服的。)”可推知，长颈鹿具有统计推理的能力。故选C。 D In today’s closely-connected world, silence is rare and undervalued. From morning to night, we are flooded with notifications, social media, and distractions. But at what cost? Constant engagement consumes our time and disturbs peace of mind. However, silence is of great significance nowadays. Silence is as essential to mental health as nutrients are to physical well-being. We carefully choose what we eat but rarely consider the mental input we absorb. Just as our bodies need rest, our minds need quiet to slow down, process information, and restore cognitive (认知的) energy. Yet, the myth of multitasking makes this difficult. Studies show it reduces efficiency and focus by forcing the brain to switch between tasks, consuming mental resources. We have grown so used to life’s constant stimulation that stillness feels uncomfortable. However, absence of constant stimulation allows the brain to ease stress, enhance concentration and spark creativity. Even a brief pause, like watching the clouds, can help reset the mind. As artist Leonard Koren noted, silence is “an emptiness full of possibilities”. Modern life fills us with sensory overload. Screens flash, notifications demand attention, and artificial noise fills every space. Recognizing this, many turn to nature for relief. For example, the Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku has been shown to lower stress, reduce blood pressure and improve cognition. Natural settings, with their soft sounds and quiet atmosphere, provide a much-needed comfort zone for the mind. Yet, true silence is increasingly difficult to approach. Whether at work, home or even on vacation, we remain constantly connected. The habitual urge to reach for our phones during spare time reveals our discomfort with stillness. But silence is not an absence — it is a space for reflection and self-connection. Small steps, like turning off notifications for an hour or walking without a phone, help cultivate stillness. Over time, these moments become essential for mental and emotional well-being. In a world demanding constant connectivity, seeking silence is an act of self-preservation. Next time you feel the urge to check your phone, pause. Sit in silence. Your mind will thank you. 51. In Paragraph 1, the author presents ________. A. an imaginary scene B. the brief conclusion C. a vivid example D. the main topic 52. According to the passage, how does multitasking affect the brain? A. It enhances cognitive energy. B. It increases the brain’s capacity. C. It lowers focus and efficiency. D. It chooses our mental output. 53. How does the author view modern life’s constant stimulation? A. As a source of stress and distraction. B. As something necessary in daily life. C. As something beneficial to mental health. D. As a way to connect with others. 54. What might the Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku be? A. Film watching. B. Forest bathing. C. Vehicle noises. D. Amusement parks. 55. What might be the best title of the passage? A. Multitasking: a Solution to Silence B. Emptiness: a Limit for Possibilities C. Silence: Well-being to Embrace D. Connectivity: Space for Silence 【答案】51. D 52. C 53. A 54. B 55. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇议论文。文章主要论述了在当今信息高度连接的社会中，沉默对心理健康的重要性，分析了现代社会缺乏沉默的原因及其负面影响，并倡导人们主动寻求沉默以提升身心福祉。 【51题详解】 主旨大意题。根据第一段“In today’s closely-connected world, silence is rare and undervalued. From morning to night, we are flooded with notifications, social media, and distractions. But at what cost? Constant engagement consumes our time and disturbs peace of mind. However, silence is of great significance nowadays.(在如今紧密相连世界里，沉默变得稀有且被低估。从早到晚，我们淹没在通知、社交媒体和干扰之中。但这需要付出什么代价呢？持续不断的参与消耗我们的时间，扰乱我们的内心平静。然而，如今沉默具有重要意义)”可知，作者描述了现代世界中我们如何被通知、社交媒体和各种干扰所淹没，并指出这种持续的参与消耗了我们的时间并扰乱了内心的平静。然而，作者随后提到“然而，沉默在当今社会具有重要意义。”这句话引出了文章的主要话题，即沉默的价值和重要性。因此，第一段中作者呈现的是文章的主要话题。故选D。 【52题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Studies show it reduces efficiency and focus by forcing the brain to switch between tasks, consuming mental resources. (研究表明，多任务处理会迫使大脑在不同任务之间切换，消耗心智资源，从而降低效率和专注力)”可知，多任务处理会降低专注力和效率。故选C。 【53题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段中“We have grown so used to life’s constant stimulation that stillness feels uncomfortable. (我们已经如此习惯生活中持续不断的刺激，以至于寂静反而让人感到不适)”及第四段中的“Modern life fills us with sensory overload. Screens flash, notifications demand attention, and artificial noise fills every space.(现代生活让我们的感官不堪重负。屏幕闪烁，通知吸引注意力，人造噪音充斥每个空间)”以及后文提到的这些刺激如何影响我们的心理健康，由此推断，作者认为现代生活中的持续刺激是压力和分心的来源。故选A。 【54题详解】 词句猜测题。根据第四段中的“For example, the Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku has been shown to lower stress, reduce blood pressure and improve cognition. Natural settings, with their soft sounds and quiet atmosphere, provide a much-needed comfort zone for the mind.(例如，日本的shinrin-yoku实践已被证明可以减轻压力、降低血压并改善认知能力。自然环境以其柔和的声音和安静的氛围，为心灵提供了急需的舒适空间)”可推知，shinrin-yoku指的是一种亲近自然、缓解压力的活动，即森林浴。故选B。 【55题详解】 主旨大意题。根据第一段“In today’s closely-connected world, silence is rare and undervalued. From morning to night, we are flooded with notifications, social media, and distractions. But at what cost? Constant engagement consumes our time and disturbs peace of mind. However, silence is of great significance nowadays.(在如今紧密相连的世界里，沉默变得稀有且被低估。从早到晚，我们淹没在通知、社交媒体和干扰之中。但这需要付出什么代价呢？持续不断的参与消耗我们的时间，扰乱我们的内心平静。然而，如今沉默具有重要意义)”及全文内容可知，全文围绕“沉默对心理健康的重要性”展开，强调在充满干扰的现代社会中应拥抱沉默。因此，最适合这篇文章的标题是“Silence: Well-being to Embrace(沉默：值得拥抱的幸福)”。故选C。 第三部分：阅读表达 (共5小题，每小题2分，满分10分) 阅读短文，并按照题目要求用英语回答问题。 阅读表达 Sometimes when it feels like things are falling apart, they may actually be falling into place. This is exactly the case for Holly Smith, 34, from Surrey, when she lost her job two years ago. At the beginning of 2020, Holly was working as a general manager for a small independent bakery business in Surrey. She had been there six years and couldn’t believe it when they told her she had to pack up her bags and leave. Being made redundant came as a huge shock for her and she panicked about struggling to pay the bills and finding another job during such a difficult time. Holly didn’t know where to turn initially, but she was determined to find a silver lining, so she picked up a paintbrush and began to paint. Holly painted a portrait of her parent’s dog, a Spinone Italiano named Bailey, and shared the image online. Straight after, a few friends requested their own pet paintings and soon her career took off. Holly named her business Holly & Murphy, after her special five-year-old cocker spaniel, Murphy. She is often at her most creative when she’s floating on water, together with her furry companion in her boat. She combines watercolour paints and pencils to bring dogs’ faces to life. A small painting usually takes two to three days to complete. Customers love how she captures their pet’s personality in great detail. Some of the most memorable paintings she has been asked to do are of dogs that have passed away. Her dog portraits start at £295 and can cost up to £595. “When it first happened, it felt like the end of the world,” Holly, a current full-time painter and business owner, told The Mirror, “but it was the best thing that ever happened to me. And I’m so grateful to have a job that I love.” 56. What’s the meaning of the underlined word in Paragraph 2? (no more than 3 words) ____________________________________________________________________________________________ 57. What does Paragraph 3 mainly tell us? (no more than 15 words) ____________________________________________________________________________________________ 58. What do Holly’s customers love her paintings about? (no more than 10 words) ____________________________________________________________________________________________ 59. How does Holly feel about the big change in life? (no more than 15 words) ____________________________________________________________________________________________ 60. What have you learned from Holly and her story? (No more than 20 words) ____________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】56. Unemployed. 57. After Holly painted a dog’s portrait and shared it online, her career took off. 58. Customers love how she captures their pet’s personality in detail. 59. Holly feels grateful and considers the change the best thing that happened to her. 60. We learn that loss can lead to new beginnings and that passion can turn into a fulfilling career. 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了Holly突然被公司解雇后，陷入困境，后来她以为宠物画肖像重新出发，广受好评，迎来了崭新的事业。 【56题详解】 考查词句猜测。根据画线词的上文“She had been there six years and couldn’t believe it when they told her she had to pack up her bags and leave. (她在那里待了六年，当他们告诉她必须收拾行李离开时，她简直不敢相信)”和下文“Being made redundant came as a huge shock for her and she panicked about struggling to pay the bills and finding another job during such a difficult time. (被redundant对她来说是一个巨大的打击，她非常恐慌，担心在这样的艰难时期里难以支付账单和找到新工作)”可知，此处在描述Holly失业时的情况，失业让她受到巨大打击，她的处境很艰难，推测划线单词表示“被解雇，被裁员”。故答案为Unemployed。 【57题详解】 考查主旨大意。根据第三段“Holly didn’t know where to turn initially, but she was determined to find a silver lining, so she picked up a paintbrush and began to paint. Holly painted a portrait of her parent’s dog, a Spinone Italiano named Bailey, and shared the image online. Straight after, a few friends requested their own pet paintings and soon her career took off. (起初，Holly不知道该转向何处，但她决心要找到一线希望，于是她拿起画笔开始绘画。Holly画了她父母的狗 —— 一只名为Bailey的意大利斯皮诺猎犬的肖像，并将这幅画分享到了网上。紧接着，几个朋友请求她也为他们的宠物作画，很快她的职业生涯就起飞了)”可知，本段主要讲述了在Holly画了一只狗的肖像并将其分享到网上之后，她的职业生涯开始腾飞。故答案为After Holly painted a dog’s portrait and shared it online, her career took off. 58题详解】 考查细节理解。根据第四段“Customers love how she captures their pet’s personality in great detail. (顾客喜欢她如何细致地捕捉宠物的个性)”可知，Holly的顾客喜欢她的画作，是因为她能细致地捕捉到他们宠物的个性。故答案为Customers love how she captures their pet’s personality in detail. 【59题详解】 考查细节理解。根据文章最后一段““When it first happened, it felt like the end of the world,” Holly, a current full-time painter and business owner, told The Mirror, “but it was the best thing that ever happened to me. And I’m so grateful to have a job that I love.” (“当这一切刚开始发生时，感觉像是世界末日，”如今身为全职画家和企业主的Holly告诉《镜报》，“但这却是我身上发生的最好的事情。我很感激能够拥有一份我热爱的工作”)”可知，Holly感到非常感激，并认为这次改变是发生在她身上最好的事情。故答案为Holly feels grateful and considers the change the best thing that happened to her. 【60题详解】 开放性题目。答案不唯一，合理即可。我们了解到，失去可以带来新的开始，激情可以变成一份充实的职业。故答案为We learn that loss can lead to new beginnings and that passion can turn into a fulfilling career. 第四部分：书面表达 (满分25分) 61. 假设你是晨光中学的李津。你校校报将举办一次英语作文比赛，题目为“Every Setback Is a Test for Us”。你要写一篇英语作文参加。内容包括： 1.描述你自己经历的一次挫折； 2.你克服挫折的体会和建议。 注意： (1)词数不少于100； (2)可适当加入细节，使内容充实、行文连贯； (3)开头已给出，不计入总词数。 参考词汇：setback挫折 Every Setback Is a Test for Us _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】Every Setback Is a Test for Us As we all know, everyone will face some setbacks every now and then. I came across many setbacks in my study and life. I failed my physics final exam in Senior One. When I knew the result, I cried hard. However, I quickly calmed down to analyze the failure reasons and studied physics much harder from then on. Thanks to my efforts, I finally made great progress and became good at physics. Only by going through this experience did I realize that in times of adversity, it is bravery and optimism that can help us get through setbacks. Suffering is the most powerful teacher of life and every setback is a test for us. I absolutely believe that we need to face the setbacks bravely and learn from them. Only the one who passes the test can succeed. 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生写一篇题目为“Every Setback Is a Test for Us”英语作文参加校报举办的英语作文比赛。 【详解】1.词汇积累 面临：face→confront 镇静下来：calm down→compose oneself 擅长：become good at→specialize in 强大的：powerful→mighty 2.句式拓展 简单句变复合句 原句：I came across many setbacks in my study and life. 拓展句：I came across many setbacks in my study and life that tested my perseverance and taught me valuable lessons. 【点睛】【高分句型1】As we all know, everyone will face some setbacks every now and then.（运用了as引导的非限制性定语从句） 【高分句型2】Only by going through this experience did I realize that in times of adversity, it is bravery and optimism that can help us get through setbacks.（运用了倒装句，that引导宾语从句和强调句型） 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $