2026届高三英语上学期重点中学联考一(C篇)

文档1: 2026届浙江省七校联盟高三12月联考英语试题 答案: 28.A 29.A 30.C 31.D 原文大意 体裁: 议论文。大意: 本文客观分析了攻读硕士学位的价值，指出其经济回报因专业和性别而异，并揭示了大学扩招硕士生的经济动机，旨在引导读者理性看待"考研热"。 28答案: A 考点: 细节理解题 答题依据: 第一段。"Most plan to get a master's degree, hoping it will help them stand out in a crowded job market." 解题思路: 题干问"许多人攻读硕士学位的动机是什么"。第一段开篇明义，指出大多数人考研是希望"在拥挤的就业市场中脱颖而出"。A项"他们想在就业市场获得优势"是同义转述。B项"期望找到更轻松的工作"、C项"希望比本科毕业生赚得多"、D项"为深造做准备"均非首要原因。 29答案: A 考点: 细节理解题 答题依据: 第三段。"Enrolling more postgraduates, who can be charged higher fees, is one way to make more money." 解题思路: 题干问"为什么许多大学想要更多研究生"。第三段主要论述了大学的经济动机。在英国，本科收费受限，研究生收费更高;在美国，本科人数下降，大学通过招收研究生并收取高昂学费来增加收入。因此，核心动机是A项"从更高的学费中赚取更多"。B项"应对上涨的本科费用"因果倒置。C项"吸引返校学生和成人学习者"和D项"在技术领域提供更多机会"均非主要原因。 30答案: C 考点: 观点态度题 解题思路: 题干问"作者对人们追求硕士学位的态度"。通读全文，作者没有明确表示支持或反对，而是通过引用数据和研究(如硕士与本科的薪资对比、不同专业和性别的回报差异、大学的动机等)来客观呈现事实，引导读者进行理性分析。因此，作者的态度是"客观的"(Objective)。A项"欣赏的"、B项"不关心的"、D项"不赞成的"均不准确。 31答案: D 考点: 主旨大意题 解题思路: 题干问"文章的最佳标题"。文章不仅讨论了硕士学位的价值(Value)，还深入分析了影响其回报的因素(ImpactFactors)，如专业、性别以及大学的动机等。D项"硕士学位的价值及其影响因素"全面概括了文章内容。A项"硕士学位如何增加毕业生的薪酬"和 B项"为什么大学招收更多研究生"都只涉及文章的一个方面，不全面。C项"攻读硕士人数下降"与文章讨论的"考研热"现状不符。   文档2: 江苏省南通市2026届新高考基地学校第一次大联考 答案: 28.D 29.B 30.C 31.A 原文大意 体裁: 说明文; 大意: 本文介绍了蚂蚁群体的生存竞争方式，除直接战斗外，某些蚂蚁物种会通过欺骗手段让宿主蚁群的工蚁杀死自己的蚁后，进而夺取蚁后位置。文中详细描述了外来雌蚁的欺骗流程:伪装气味混入宿主群体、向蚁后喷洒化学物质、引发工蚁攻击蚁后，最终被接纳为新蚁后。 28答案: D 考点: 段落主旨题 答题依据: C篇第一段原句呈现:"But sometimes ant colonies get defeated not by direct fighting, but by secrets and tricks. And the members of an ant colony can get tricked into murdering their own precious queen" 解题思路: 题干询问第一段旨在说明什么。第一段开篇引用生物学家观点提及蚂蚁好战，随后用"But"转折，引出核心内容-蚂蚁群体有时会因诡计被击败，工蚁会被骗杀死自己的蚁后。分析选项:A选项"蚂蚁是最好战的动物"、C选项"蚂蚁战斗比人类某些战役规模大"是开篇铺垫内容，非主旨;B选项"某些蚂蚁直接攻击外来蚁后"与原文"欺骗工蚁杀自己蚁后"不符，故选D。 29答案: B 考点: 词义猜测题 答题依据: C篇第三段原句呈现:"Sinceants mainly tell friend from enemy using chemical signals, the female ant can pick up the necessary smell by coming into contact with a few of the colony's workers. Takasuka's group gave the female the opportunity to do this in the lab" 解题思路: 题干询问第三段中"this"指代的内容。定位到"this"前一句，明确提到外来雌蚁会通过接触宿主群体的工蚁来获取必要的气味(以伪装自己)，后文"gave the female the opportunity to do this"即指代这一行为。分析选项:A选项"夺取蚁后位置"、D选项"除掉群体的蚁后"是后续行为;C选项"与外来工蚁互动"与原文"接触宿主工蚁"不符，故选B。 30答案: C 考点: 细节理解题 答题依据: C篇第四段原句呈现:"Whatever it was, spraying this chemical onto the queen had a dramatic effect. Crowds of workers... suddenly turned on her, attacking her violently until she was dead" 解题思路: 题干询问外来蚂蚁向蚁后喷洒化学物质后立即发生了什么。定位到对应段落，原句明确说明喷洒化学物质后，原本忠诚于蚁后的工蚁突然转向攻击蚁后，直至其死亡。分析选项:A选项"外来蚂蚁立即撤退"原文提到"withdrew some time later"，非"立即";B选项"工蚁接纳外来蚂蚁为新蚁后"是蚁后死后的行为;D选项"喷洒液直接杀死蚁后"与原文"工蚁攻击致死"不符，故选C。 31答案: A 考点: 推理判断题 答题依据: C篇最后一段原句呈现:"After the killing of the mother, the colony's ants accepted the invading female as their new queen and began to serve her, protecting her and helping to raise her children" 解题思路: 题干询问"parasite"(寄生虫)一词暗示外来蚂蚁的什么特点。定位到该词所在句及后文,外来蚂蚁通过欺骗手段让宿主群体杀死自己的蚁后，随后被接纳为新蚁后，宿主工蚁为其服务并养育她的后代。分析选项:B选项"和平服务于群体"与"欺骗杀戮"不符;C选项"等待工蚁反应"是过程中的一步，非核心特点;D选项"以宿主群体为食"文中未提及;A选项"欺骗群体养育她的后代"符合"寄生虫"的寄生属性及原文内容,故选A。   文档3: 四川省天舟高考2026届12月高三联合质量检测 答案: 28.B 29.C 30.C 31.A 原文大意 体裁: 说明文; 大意: 本文主要探讨了AI图像创建工具在生成人群场景方面面临的挑战。最新AI视频生成模型的表现越来越出色，使得现实与虚拟界限变得模糊。由于公众对视频内容的真实性不太挑剔，AI伪造人群场景非常容易误导人，且目前AI标签系统应用不均衡，尚无行业标准。 28答案: B 考点: 细节理解题 答题依据: 第二段中Janae所说的话"We're moving into a world where in a generous time estimate of a year, the lines of reality are going to get really unclear" 解题思路: 题干询问Janae对AI视频的看法。定位到第二段，Janae表示乐观估计在一年内，现实与虚拟的界限将变得非常模糊。由此可见，Janae认为现实和AI视频很快就会混淆。B项"现实和AI视频很快就会混淆"准确概括了这一点。 29答案: C 考点: 推理判断题 答题依据: 第三段中"The challenge is that average people are watching content on a small screen, and they are not critical of what they see and hear. If it looks real, it is real." 解题思路: 题干询问向无碳未来的转型为什么变得困难。第三段指出，普通人是在小屏幕上观看内容，他们对所看到和听到的内容并不太挑剔。如果它看起来是真的，那就是真的。因此，公众对视频中人群场景的真实性持无所谓的态度。C项"公众对视频的真实性持无所谓态度"准确概括了这一点。 30答案: C 考点: 推理判断题 答题依据: 最后一段中"And AI labeling systems are still being applied rather unevenly across platforms. There are as yet no industry-wide standards, though companies said they are motivated to develop them." 解题思路: 题干询问从最后一段可推断出什么。定位到该段，AI标签系统在各平台上的应用仍然相当不均衡。目前还没有行业范围内的标准，尽管公司表示他们有动力去制定这些标准。由此可推知，AI标签系统应用得还不够充分。C项"AI标签系统应用得还不够充分"准确概括了这一点。 31答案: A 考点: 主旨大意题 答题依据: 第一段中的"Crowd scenes present a particular technological challenge for AI image creation tools-especially video."以及下文对AI生成人群场景的讨论 解题思路: 题干询问适合文章的标题。梳理全文逻辑，文章主要讨论了AI在生成人群场景方面的越来越擅长以及可能带来的问题。A项"AI在生成人群场景方面越来越擅长"能够涵盖文章主题。B项"AI视频:如何区分真假"、C项"AI视频:威胁还是机遇"、D项"AI视频:未来的挑战"均不能全面概括文章内容。   文档4: 天舟高考·陕晋宁青2026届高三12月联合质量检测 答案: 28.A 29.D 30.C 31.B 原文大意 体裁: 说明文; 大意: 本文介绍了蚂蚁群体的生存竞争方式，除直接战斗外，某些蚂蚁物种会通过欺骗手段让宿主蚁群的工蚁杀死自己的蚁后，进而夺取蚁后位置。文中详细描述了外来雌蚁的欺骗流程:伪装气味混入宿主群体、向蚁后喷洒化学物质、引发工蚁攻击蚁后，最终被接纳为新蚁后。 28答案: A 考点: 段落主旨题 答题依据: C篇第一段原句呈现:"But sometimes ant colonies get defeated not by direct fighting, but by secrets and tricks. And the members of an ant colony can get tricked into murdering their own precious queen" 解题思路: 题干询问第一段旨在说明什么。第一段开篇引用生物学家观点提及蚂蚁好战，随后用"But"转折，引出核心内容-蚂蚁群体有时会因诡计被击败，工蚁会被骗杀死自己的蚁后。分析选项:A选项"蚂蚁是最好战的动物"、C选项"蚂蚁战斗比人类某些战役规模大"是开篇铺垫内容，非主旨;B选项"某些蚂蚁直接攻击外来蚁后"与原文"欺骗工蚁杀自己蚁后"不符，故选D。 29答案: D 考点: 词义猜测题 答题依据: C篇第三段原句呈现:"Since ants mainly tell friend from enemy using chemical signals, the female ant can pick up the necessary smell by coming into contact with a few of the colony's workers. Takasuka's group gave the female the opportunity to do this in the lab" 解题思路: 题干询问第三段中"this"指代的内容。定位到"this"前一句，明确提到外来雌蚁会通过接触宿主群体的工蚁来获取必要的气味(以伪装自己)，后文"gave the female the opportunity to do this"即指代这一行为。分析选项:A选项"夺取蚁后位置"、D选项"除掉群体的蚁后"是后续行为;C选项"与外来工蚁互动"与原文"接触宿主工蚁"不符，故选B。 30答案: C 考点: 细节理解题 答题依据: C篇第四段原句呈现:"Whatever it was, spraying this chemical onto the queen had a dramatic effect. Crowds of workers... suddenly turned on her, attacking her violently until she was dead" 解题思路: 题干询问外来蚂蚁向蚁后喷洒化学物质后立即发生了什么。定位到对应段落，原句明确说明喷洒化学物质后，原本忠诚于蚁后的工蚁突然转向攻击蚁后，直至其死亡。分析选项:A选项"外来蚂蚁立即撤退"原文提到"withdrew some time later"，非"立即";B选项"工蚁接纳外来蚂蚁为新蚁后"是蚁后死后的行为;D选项"喷洒液直接杀死蚁后"与原文"工蚁攻击致死"不符，故选C。 31答案: B 考点: 推理判断题 答题依据: C篇最后一段原句呈现:"After the killing of the mother, the colony's ants accepted the invading female as their new queen and began to serve her, protecting her and helping to raise her children" 解题思路: 题干询问"parasite"(寄生虫)一词暗示外来蚂蚁的什么特点。定位到该词所在句及后文,外来蚂蚁通过欺骗手段让宿主群体杀死自己的蚁后，随后被接纳为新蚁后，宿主工蚁为其服务并养育她的后代。分析选项:B选项"和平服务于群体"与"欺骗杀戮"不符;C选项"等待工蚁反应"是过程中的一步，非核心特点;D选项"以宿主群体为食"文中未提及;A选项"欺骗群体养育她的后代"符合"寄生虫"的寄生属性及原文内容,故选A。   文档5: 镇海中学2026届高三首考模拟试题 答案: 28.D 29.A 30.C 31.B 原文大意 体裁: 说明文; 大意: 本文主要探讨了AI图像创建工具在生成人群场景方面面临的挑战。最新AI视频生成模型的表现越来越出色，使得现实与虚拟界限变得模糊。由于公众对视频内容的真实性不太挑剔，AI伪造人群场景非常容易误导人，且目前AI标签系统应用不均衡，尚无行业标准。 28答案: D 考点: 细节理解题 答题依据: 第二段中Janae所说的话"We're moving into a world where in a generous time estimate of a year, the lines of reality are going to get really unclear" 解题思路: 题干询问Janae对AI视频的看法。定位到第二段，Janae表示乐观估计在一年内，现实与虚拟的界限将变得非常模糊。由此可见，Janae认为现实和AI视频很快就会混淆。B项"现实和AI视频很快就会混淆"准确概括了这一点。 29答案: A 考点: 推理判断题 答题依据: 第三段中"The challenge is that average people are watching content on a small screen, and they are not critical of what they see and hear. If it looks real, it is real." 解题思路: 题干询问向无碳未来的转型为什么变得困难。第三段指出，普通人是在小屏幕上观看内容，他们对所看到和听到的内容并不太挑剔。如果它看起来是真的，那就是真的。因此，公众对视频中人群场景的真实性持无所谓的态度。A项"公众对视频的真实性持无所谓态度"准确概括了这一点。 30答案: C 考点: 推理判断题 答题依据: 最后一段中"And AI labeling systems are still being applied rather unevenly across platforms. There are as yet no industry-wide standards, though companies said they are motivated to develop them." 解题思路: 题干询问从最后一段可推断出什么。定位到该段，AI标签系统在各平台上的应用仍然相当不均衡。目前还没有行业范围内的标准，尽管公司表示他们有动力去制定这些标准。由此可推知，AI标签系统应用得还不够充分。C项"AI标签系统应用得还不够充分"准确概括了这一点。 31答案: B 考点: 主旨大意题 答题依据: 第一段中的"Crowd scenes present a particular technological challenge for AI image creation tools-especially video."以及下文对AI生成人群场景的讨论 解题思路: 题干询问适合文章的标题。梳理全文逻辑，文章主要讨论了AI在生成人群场景方面的越来越擅长以及可能带来的问题。A项"AI在生成人群场景方面越来越擅长"能够涵盖文章主题。B项"AI视频:如何区分真假"、C项"AI视频:威胁还是机遇"、D项"AI视频:未来的挑战"均不能全面概括文章内容。   文档6: 湖南师大附中2026届高三月考试卷(五) 答案: 28.B 29.C 30.A 31.D 原文大意 体裁: 说明文; 大意: 一项新研究表明，有创造力的爱好对大脑有益。研究通过创建大脑时钟模型,发现定期进行艺术创作、舞蹈、游戏和音乐等活动的人大脑衰老速度较慢。即使是短期创造性活动培训也有益于提升大脑健康。 28答案: B 考点: 细节理解题 答题依据: 第二段Researchers used the data to create brain clocks-machine learning models that compare actual and neurological age and can find cognitive differences in patients. 解题思路: 题干询问研究人员制作大脑时钟的目的是什么。第二段提到，研究人员利用数据创建了大脑时钟——一种机器学习模型，可以比较实际年龄和神经系统的年龄，并发现患者的认知差异。因此，研究人员制作大脑时钟是为了识别大脑衰老的差异。C项"识别大脑衰老的差异"准确概括了这一点。 29答案: C考点: 词义猜测题 答题依据: 该词前文Even those who only engaged in short-term training in a creative activity saw benefits, the research found. 解题思路: 题干询问第三段中画线词的意思。该词所在句应该是引用Carlos Coronel的话，进一步说明该研究所得出的结论(the research found):"我们的主要结论之一是，你不必成为专家就能从创造力中获益。事实上，我们发现学习者从简短的电子游戏培训课程中就获得了益处。"故画线词与conclusions意思相近。A项"结论"正确。 30答案: A 考点: 推理判断题 答题依据: 第四段Those who spent time playing"StarCraft II" each week showed slower brain aging and did better on brain tests after their training period than controls. 解题思路: 题干询问这项研究表明什么。第四段提到，每周花时间玩《星际争霸II》的人在训练后大脑衰老速度较慢，且在大脑测试中的表现优于对照组。由此可推断，这项研究表明《星际争霸II》有助于促进大脑健康。B项"《星际争霸II》有助于促进大脑健康"准确概括了这一点。 31答案: D 考点: 细节理解题 答题依据: 最后一段The findings could have important public health implications...but it is a cultural and policy opportunity,"Ibanez notes. 解题思路: 题干询问根据Ibanez的说法，这项研究的公共卫生价值是什么。最后一段中，科学家Agustin Ibanez表示，这些发现可能对公共卫生有重要影响。或许创造力就像锻炼一样，可以被推荐给患者以保护大脑健康。Ibanez指出:"这不仅对神经科学有重要意义，而且是一个文化和政策层面的机遇。"因此，根据Ibanez的说法，这项研究的公共卫生价值在于为政策提供参考。A项"为政策提供参考"准确概括了这一点。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 一、浙江省七校联盟2026届高三12月联考英语试题 - 阅读C篇 Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the field of education, offering new opportunities to enhance learning experiences and improve educational outcomes. From personalized learning platforms to AI-powered tutoring systems, the applications of AI in education are diverse and far-reaching. One of the most significant benefits of AI in education is personalized learning. AI algorithms can analyze a student's learning pace, strengths, and weaknesses, and create a customized learning plan tailored to their individual needs. For example, if a student struggles with math concepts like algebra, the AI system can provide additional practice problems, video tutorials, and step-by-step explanations until the student masters the material. This personalized approach ensures that students learn at their own pace, rather than being forced to keep up with a one-size-fits-all curriculum. AI-powered tutoring systems are another valuable tool. These systems can provide instant feedback on assignments and answer students' questions 24/7, outside of traditional classroom hours. Unlike human tutors, AI tutors are available at any time, making them especially useful for students who need extra help outside of school or who are too shy to ask questions in class. Additionally, AI tutors can track a student's progress over time, identifying patterns in their mistakes and adjusting their teaching strategies accordingly. AI also benefits teachers by automating administrative tasks, such as grading papers, taking attendance, and generating progress reports. This frees up teachers' time, allowing them to focus on what they do best—teaching and interacting with students. For example, AI grading systems can quickly score multiple-choice and short-answer questions, providing teachers with detailed analytics on student performance. This data can help teachers identify areas where the class as a whole is struggling and adjust their lesson plans to address these gaps. However, there are also challenges to implementing AI in education. One concern is the digital divide—students from low-income families may not have access to the technology needed to use AI learning tools, creating an unfair advantage for wealthier students. Another issue is the potential for over-reliance on AI, which may reduce human interaction in the classroom. While AI can enhance learning, it cannot replace the emotional support and guidance that teachers provide to students. Despite these challenges, the future of AI in education is promising. As technology continues to advance, AI will likely become an integral part of the educational system, helping to create more inclusive, personalized, and effective learning environments for students around the world. 28. What is the main advantage of personalized learning powered by AI? A. It reduces the workload of AI tutors significantly. B. It meets the individual learning needs of students. C. It makes all students learn at the same steady pace. D. It provides students with more interesting video tutorials. 29. How can AI help teachers according to the text? A. By offering emotional support to struggling students. B. By creating detailed lesson plans for each class. C. By handling time-consuming administrative work. D. By answering students' questions during class hours. 30. What is a concern about using AI in education? A. AI systems may make mistakes in grading papers. B. The digital divide may worsen educational inequality. C. AI tutors cannot track students' learning progress. D. Teachers may lose their jobs due to AI replacement. 31. What is the author's attitude towards AI in education? A. Doubtful. B. Critical. C. Neutral. D. Optimistic. 二、江苏省南通市2026届新高考基地学校第一次大联考英语试题 - 阅读C篇 Plastic pollution has become one of the most pressing environmental issues of our time, with millions of tons of plastic waste ending up in oceans, landfills, and natural habitats every year. While reducing plastic use is essential, scientists and engineers are also developing innovative solutions to clean up existing plastic pollution and recycle plastic in more efficient ways. One promising solution is the use of bacteria that can break down plastic. In 2016, researchers discovered a species of bacteria called Ideonella sakaiensis that can digest PET (polyethylene terephthalate), a common type of plastic used in bottles and packaging. Since then, scientists have been working to modify this bacteria to break down plastic faster and more effectively. Some labs have even engineered bacteria that can break down multiple types of plastic, including polyethylene, which is used in plastic bags and food containers. Another innovative approach is the development of plastic-eating enzymes. Enzymes are proteins that speed up chemical reactions, and scientists have identified enzymes that can break down plastic molecules into smaller, harmless compounds. In 2020, researchers modified a plastic-eating enzyme to work 6 times faster than the original version, making it a more practical solution for large-scale plastic recycling. These enzymes can be used in recycling facilities to break down plastic waste into raw materials that can be used to make new products. In addition to biological solutions, engineers are developing advanced technologies to collect plastic waste from oceans and waterways. The Ocean Cleanup, a nonprofit organization, has created a floating barrier that uses the natural movement of ocean currents to collect plastic waste from the Great Pacific Garbage Patch—a large area of floating plastic in the Pacific Ocean. Since its launch, the system has collected tens of thousands of kilograms of plastic, which is then recycled or disposed of properly. While these innovations are promising, experts emphasize that they are not a substitute for reducing plastic use at the source. The best way to address plastic pollution is to combine these cleanup technologies with policies that limit single-use plastics, promote reusable alternatives, and improve waste management systems. Only through a combination of prevention and cleanup can we effectively tackle the plastic pollution crisis. 28. What did researchers discover in 2016? A. A bacteria that can break down PET plastic. B. An enzyme that works 6 times faster than before. C. A floating barrier to collect ocean plastic waste. D. A method to recycle multiple types of plastic. 29. How do plastic-eating enzymes help with plastic recycling? A. They collect plastic waste from oceans and waterways. B. They turn plastic molecules into harmless small compounds. C. They modify bacteria to digest plastic more efficiently. D. They create raw materials for making plastic products. 30. What is the purpose of the Ocean Cleanup's floating barrier? A. To speed up the movement of ocean currents. B. To recycle plastic waste collected from oceans. C. To gather plastic waste from the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. D. To prevent plastic waste from entering the Pacific Ocean. 31. What do experts stress about the innovative solutions? A. They are the most effective way to solve plastic pollution. B. They should be combined with reducing plastic use at the source. C. They can replace traditional waste management systems. D. They are only suitable for large-scale plastic recycling facilities. 三、四川省天舟高考2026届12月高三联合质量检测英语试题 - 阅读C篇 Social media has become an integral part of modern life, with billions of people around the world using platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok every day. While social media offers many benefits, such as connecting people across distances and sharing information, it also has a significant impact on mental health—especially among teenagers and young adults. One of the main ways social media affects mental health is through social comparison. When scrolling through social media, people often see carefully curated posts that show others' best moments: perfect vacations, successful careers, and happy relationships. This can lead to feelings of inadequacy, low self-esteem, and depression, as people compare their own lives to these idealized versions of others' lives. Studies have found that teenagers who spend more than 3 hours a day on social media are more likely to experience symptoms of anxiety and depression than those who spend less time online. Another issue is cyberbullying, which is more common on social media than in real life due to the anonymity it provides. Cyberbullying can include harassment, spreading rumors, and sharing embarrassing photos or videos, and it can have severe consequences for victims—including anxiety, depression, and even suicide. Many social media platforms have implemented policies to combat cyberbullying, but it remains a widespread problem due to the difficulty of monitoring all user content. Social media also disrupts sleep patterns, which in turn affects mental health. The blue light emitted by phones and computers suppresses the production of melatonin—a hormone that regulates sleep—making it harder to fall asleep. Additionally, many people check social media late at night, leading to reduced sleep quality and quantity. Poor sleep is linked to a range of mental health issues, including irritability, stress, and difficulty concentrating. However, social media is not all negative for mental health. It can provide a sense of community for people who feel isolated, such as those with rare illnesses or LGBTQ+ youth. It also allows people to access mental health resources and support groups, which can be especially helpful for those who do not have access to in-person counseling. Additionally, many mental health organizations use social media to raise awareness about mental health issues and reduce stigma. To use social media in a healthy way, experts recommend setting limits on screen time, unfollowing accounts that trigger negative feelings, and being mindful of the content you post and consume. It is also important to take regular breaks from social media and prioritize real-life interactions with friends and family. By using social media mindfully, people can enjoy its benefits while minimizing its negative impact on mental health. 28. How does social comparison on social media affect people? A. It makes people more satisfied with their own lives. B. It leads to feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem. C. It encourages people to share their real life moments. D. It helps people build better relationships with others. 29. Why is cyberbullying more common on social media? A. Because social media platforms lack strict policies. B. Because it is easier to monitor user content online. C. Because users can remain anonymous on social media. D. Because victims are more likely to respond to harassment online. 30. How does social media affect sleep? A. It increases melatonin production and improves sleep quality. B. It reduces sleep time and quality by disrupting melatonin production. C. It helps people fall asleep faster by providing relaxing content. D. It makes people sleep longer but with more nightmares. 31. What is a positive effect of social media on mental health? A. It provides a sense of community for isolated people. B. It reduces the need for in-person counseling completely. C. It eliminates stigma around mental health issues. D. It helps people avoid real-life interactions with others. 四、天舟高考·陕晋宁青2026届高三12月联合质量检测英语试题 - 阅读C篇 Climate change is one of the biggest challenges facing the world today, and its effects are being felt across the globe—from rising sea levels to extreme weather events like hurricanes and droughts. While governments and businesses are taking action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, individuals can also play a crucial role in fighting climate change through sustainable lifestyle choices. One of the most effective ways individuals can reduce their carbon footprint is by changing their transportation habits. Driving less and using public transportation, biking, or walking instead can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. For those who need to drive, choosing an electric or hybrid vehicle is a sustainable alternative to gas-powered cars. Additionally, carpooling with friends or colleagues can reduce the number of cars on the road and lower emissions per person. Another important lifestyle change is reducing energy use at home. Switching to energy-efficient light bulbs, appliances, and heating/cooling systems can lower energy consumption and save money on utility bills. Turning off lights and electronics when not in use, using a programmable thermostat, and insulating homes properly can also reduce energy waste. Additionally, switching to renewable energy sources like solar power can further reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Dietary choices also have a significant impact on the environment. The production of meat—especially beef—is responsible for a large portion of greenhouse gas emissions, as well as deforestation and water pollution. Reducing meat consumption, especially beef, and eating more plant-based foods like fruits, vegetables, and legumes can lower an individual's carbon footprint. Choosing locally grown and seasonal foods also reduces emissions from transportation and storage. Reducing waste is another key way to fight climate change. The production and disposal of waste—especially plastic waste—contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. Recycling paper, plastic, glass, and metal, composting food waste, and reducing single-use plastics (like water bottles and shopping bags) can all reduce waste and emissions. Additionally, buying second-hand items instead of new ones and repairing broken items rather than replacing them can reduce the demand for new products and the emissions associated with their production. While individual actions may seem small, they add up to make a significant difference. When millions of people adopt sustainable lifestyle choices, it can drive demand for sustainable products and policies, encouraging governments and businesses to take more ambitious action on climate change. By making small changes in daily life, everyone can contribute to a healthier planet for future generations. 28. What is one effective way to reduce carbon footprint in transportation? A. Driving gas-powered cars alone as much as possible. B. Choosing electric or hybrid vehicles for daily driving. C. Avoiding public transportation to save time. D. Increasing the number of cars on the road by carpooling. 29. How can individuals reduce energy use at home? A. Using traditional light bulbs instead of energy-efficient ones. B. Leaving lights and electronics on when not in use. C. Switching to energy-efficient appliances and systems. D. Reducing insulation to save on construction costs. 30. Why does reducing meat consumption help fight climate change? A. Because meat production causes high greenhouse gas emissions. B. Because plant-based foods are more expensive and sustainable. C. Because local and seasonal foods reduce transportation emissions. D. Because meat production uses less water than plant farming. 31. What is the author's view on individual actions against climate change? A. They are too small to make any difference. B. They can drive larger-scale changes when combined. C. They replace the need for government policies. D. They only work if everyone adopts the same lifestyle. 五、镇海中学2026届高三首考模拟试题-英语 - 阅读C篇 Space tourism is no longer a distant dream—it is becoming a reality, with several companies racing to offer commercial space flights to private citizens. While space tourism was once only accessible to astronauts and billionaires, advances in technology are making it more affordable and accessible to a wider range of people. One of the leading companies in the space tourism industry is SpaceX, founded by Elon Musk. SpaceX's Crew Dragon spacecraft has already carried NASA astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS), and the company plans to offer private trips to the ISS as early as 2026. These trips will last several days and include activities like spacewalks, viewing Earth from orbit, and experiencing zero gravity. The cost of a trip to the ISS is currently around $50 million per person, but SpaceX hopes to reduce costs in the future with reusable rockets. Blue Origin, founded by Jeff Bezos, is another major player in space tourism. The company's New Shepard rocket offers suborbital flights—short trips that reach the edge of space (about 100 kilometers above Earth) before returning to the ground. These flights last about 10 minutes, including 3-4 minutes of weightlessness, and offer passengers a stunning view of Earth against the blackness of space. Tickets for New Shepard flights start at $200,000 per person, and several celebrities and wealthy individuals have already taken the trip. Virgin Galactic, founded by Richard Branson, also offers suborbital space flights. The company's SpaceShipTwo spacecraft is carried to high altitude by a carrier plane before detaching and firing its rocket engine to reach suborbital space. Like New Shepard, SpaceShipTwo flights offer a few minutes of weightlessness and a view of Earth from space. Virgin Galactic has already sold hundreds of tickets, with prices starting at $450,000 per person. While space tourism is exciting, it also raises several concerns. One major issue is the environmental impact—rocket launches release large amounts of greenhouse gases and other pollutants into the atmosphere, contributing to climate change. Another concern is safety: space travel is inherently risky, and there have been several accidents in the history of space exploration. Additionally, critics argue that space tourism is a luxury for the wealthy and that the money spent on it could be better used to address pressing issues on Earth, like poverty and climate change. Despite these concerns, the space tourism industry is growing rapidly. As technology continues to advance and costs decrease, more people will have the opportunity to experience the wonder of space travel. For many, the chance to see Earth from space is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that changes their perspective on our planet and our place in the universe. 28. What is SpaceX planning to do in 2026? A. Build a new International Space Station. B. Offer private trips to the International Space Station. C. Reduce the cost of space flights to $200,000 per person. D. Develop a reusable rocket for suborbital flights. 29. What do we know about Blue Origin's New Shepard rocket? A. It offers long trips to the International Space Station. B. It provides 3-4 minutes of weightlessness during flights. C. Its flights last several days and include spacewalks. D. Its tickets cost around $50 million per person. 30. What is a concern about space tourism? A. It is too affordable and accessible to ordinary people. B. Rocket launches have a negative impact on the environment. C. It has completely replaced traditional tourism on Earth. D. Space travel is no longer risky with advanced technology. 31. What is the author's tone in the last paragraph? A. Doubtful. B. Objective. C. Negative. D. Enthusiastic. 六、湖南师大附中2026届高三月考（5）英语试卷 - 阅读C篇 Food waste is a global problem that affects the environment, economy, and food security. According to the United Nations, approximately one-third of all food produced in the world is wasted each year—equivalent to 1.3 billion tons of food. This waste occurs at every stage of the food supply chain, from farm to fork, and addressing it is essential for creating a more sustainable food system. One of the main causes of food waste is poor harvesting and storage practices in developing countries. Farmers in these countries often lack access to modern harvesting equipment, proper storage facilities, and transportation, leading to large amounts of food spoiling before it reaches market. For example, in sub-Saharan Africa, up to 40% of fruits and vegetables are lost due to lack of refrigeration and poor transportation. In developed countries, however, most food waste occurs at the consumer level—people throw away food that is still edible because it has passed its "best before" date, or because they bought too much and couldn't eat it before it spoiled. Food waste has significant environmental consequences. When food is wasted, all the resources used to produce it—including water, land, energy, and fertilizers—are also wasted. Additionally, food waste that ends up in landfills decomposes and produces methane, a potent greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change. In fact, if food waste were a country, it would be the third-largest emitter of greenhouse gases in the world, after China and the United States. Economically, food waste is a huge loss. The global economic cost of food waste is estimated at $1 trillion per year, according to the UN. For farmers, especially small-scale farmers in developing countries, food waste means lost income and increased poverty. For consumers, it means higher food prices, as the cost of wasted food is passed on to buyers. There are many ways to reduce food waste at both the global and individual levels. Governments can implement policies to improve harvesting and storage practices in developing countries, and regulate "best before" labels to reduce consumer confusion. Businesses can use technology to track food inventory and reduce overproduction, and donate unsold but edible food to food banks. At the individual level, people can plan meals in advance, buy only what they need, store food properly, and use leftovers creatively. Composting food scraps can also reduce the amount of food waste sent to landfills. Reducing food waste is not only good for the environment and economy but also for food security. By wasting less food, we can ensure that more food is available for the millions of people around the world who suffer from hunger and malnutrition. 28. Where does most food waste occur in developed countries? A. At the farming and harvesting stage. B. During transportation and storage. C. At the consumer level. D. In food processing factories. 29. What environmental problem does food waste cause? A. It reduces the amount of methane in the atmosphere. B. It wastes resources and emits greenhouse gases. C. It increases the use of fertilizers in food production. D. It leads to a shortage of water and land for farming. 30. What is the economic impact of food waste? A. It causes lost income for farmers and higher food prices. B. It reduces the global economic cost by $1 trillion per year. C. It increases the income of small-scale farmers in developing countries. D. It lowers food prices by reducing overproduction. 31. What can individuals do to reduce food waste? A. Buy as much food as possible to avoid shortages. B. Throw away food past its "best before" date immediately. C. Plan meals in advance and use leftovers creatively. D. Donate unsold food to food banks and charities. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $