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2025~2026学年第一学期 高三年级诊断考试英语试卷
(考试时间:120分钟 试卷满分:150分)
第一部分 听力(共两节, 满分30分)
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
1. What does the man want to do next year?
A. Set up his business. B. Take up a new hobby. C. Look for a new job.
2. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A. Business partners. B. Good friends. C. Employer and employee.
【答案】1. C 2. B
【解析】
【原文】W: Hello, Alfonso, you look really well. What’s new?
M: Hey, Maya. My main news is that I want to change jobs next year. I want to have more time for my painting hobby.
W: Roberto said you hoped to buy his house. Is that right?
M: Yes, Roberto’s place is much bigger than our home and there’s room for a painting studio. Plus, Kara says she wants to turn the storeroom into an office.
W: Great. How are Kara and the children doing recently?
M: Very well.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
3. What is the relationship between the speakers?
A. Classmates. B. Teacher and student. C. Boss and secretary.
4. What does the woman suggest adding to the presentation?
A. More facts. B. More figures. C. More pictures.
【答案】3. B 4. C
【解析】
【原文】W: Good afternoon, Tony, how are you getting on with your project?
M: Ah, good afternoon, Professor Muller. I’ve almost finished preparing my presentation for your class, but I’m not really satisfied with it. Could you give me some advice?
W: I’ll be happy to. What topic did you choose?
M: It’s about methods of predicting earthquakes, but so far it’s just a lot of facts and figures. How can I make it more interesting and easy to understand?
W: Maybe you could use some computer graphs and pictures to help the class make sense of your points.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
5. How do the speakers like their trip?
A. Satisfied. B. Just so-so. C. Memorable.
6. What will the speakers do next?
A. Sort out luggage. B. Book a room. C. Have a rest.
【答案】5. B 6. A
【解析】
【原文】M: Wow, that was some journey.
W: Yeah, I thought we’d never get here. All those delays.
M: Well, it’s nice to be back. Travelling is great, but I’m glad that I’ll be back surrounded by all the familiar things.
W: Well, it’s not quite as comfortable as the room we’ve been in for the past fortnight.
M: No, and all that time not having to cook our own meals was great.
W: Yes, well, it’s over now, back to reality. Come on, let’s get the bags sorted out.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
7. Where are the speakers?
A. At the customs.
B. At the ticket office.
C. On the plane.
8. What does the woman have to declare?
A. Meat.
B. Alcoholic drink.
C. Plants.
【答案】7. A 8. B
【解析】
【原文】M: How long have you been out of the country, Miss? Where did you go?
W: I spent three weeks in Switzerland, two weeks in Italy and one week in Greece.
M: Do you have any plants, meat or alcoholic beverages to declare?
W: I have only two bottles of rum.
M: How much did you spend on your purchases while you were away?
W: About 100 dollars.
M: Please open this small suitcase for me. OK, give this card to the official at the red desk.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
9. When will the man probably get a raise?
A. In half a year. B. In one year. C. In two years.
10. How is the speakers’ house?
A. Small. B. Large. C. Expensive.
11. What is the main reason the man wants to move?
A. To have more space. B. To have a cheaper house. C. To live in a better area.
【答案】9. B 10. A 11. A
【解析】
【原文】W: You keep looking at houses. Does that mean you want to move?
M: Maybe, but not for the next six months. I just started this job, so let’s wait a little while to see how it goes. I’d really like to wait until I get a raise in a year.
W: Well, I’m in no hurry to move. I like this little apartment. It’s in a good area, and it isn’t too expensive. Since it’s just you and me, we don’t need a lot of space.
M: I like it, too. It’s nicer than I had hoped. I’ll keep my eyes open, though. If we have children in the future, we’ll want more room.
W: A baby doesn’t take up much room. We could wait to move until the child turns two.
听下面一段独白,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
12. What is the speaker doing?
A. Hosting a program.
B. Giving a lecture.
C. Promoting a project.
13. What adds to the pain of early rise?
A. Cold weather.
B. Physical pain.
C. Lack of determination.
14. What’s the speaker’s final advice?
A. Making enough preparation.
B. Being open to the setbacks.
C. Finding a running companion.
【答案】12. A 13. A 14. C
【解析】
【原文】M: Good afternoon, dear listeners. In today’s program, I’d like to talk about a common exercise. Many people love running early in the morning. Why? Actually it has many benefits. Not only will you begin a day more relaxed, but also you’ve already had a sense of achievement. If you’re also eager to enjoy the benefits of a morning run, try these. First, getting ready for a painful start. To many people, getting up early in the morning can be a great pain, especially in cold winter days. So early to bed, early to rise, and make it a habit. Of equal importance is to keep an open mind. Even if you’ve made enough preparation and determination, there are still times, when you want to quit. My advice is to accept the setback and instead of giving up, keep going. Another helpful way is to find someone to be together with you. This can make things more interesting. He or she not only gives you company, but also serves as a monitor.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
15. What are the speakers mainly discussing?
A. The woman’s job. B. The man’s law firm. C. Rachel’s recent condition.
16. What is the woman probably doing?
A. Cooking food. B. Having dinner. C. Ordering food.
17. How does the man feel about unemployment benefits?
A. He thinks they are helpful.
B. He is embarrassed by them.
C. He thinks they are unnecessary.
【答案】15. C 16. A 17. A
【解析】
【原文】M: This food smells delicious!
W: Thanks. But it’s not for us to eat. I’m taking dinner to Rachel tonight. She’s been having a hard time, and I thought it would make her feel better.
M: I’m sorry to hear she’s been having a difficult time. What happened?
W: Well, she lost her job last week.
M: What happened? Did she get fired?
W: Not exactly, but she was asked to leave. She had been working at a law firm, but the firm hadn’t been getting many cases, so they had to let some of their staff go.
M: Will she get unemployment benefits?
W: I think so, but she will be embarrassed about living on those. Besides, she loves being a lawyer, and she’d rather work than sit at home.
M: I understand. But at least she’ll have a little money to pay her rent while she looks for another job.
W: Yeah. But actually, I am hoping you could help her find a job. Isn’t your friend Theodore a lawyer? Is his office hiring?
M: They might be. I’ll give him a call tomorrow and let you know.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
18. When did the woman meet John and Eric?
A. When she did some outdoor activities with some students.
B. When she had a meeting in the Mountain Climbing Club.
C. When she was at Pizza Hut.
19. Who comes from America?
A. John. B. Eric. C. The woman.
20. What are the two speakers mainly talking about?
A. The two guys — John and Eric.
B. Jade Mountain.
C. Eric and the woman’s date.
【答案】18. A 19. A 20. A
【解析】
【原文】M: Alice, where did you meet those guys we were talking with last night at Pizza Hut?
W: Oh, you mean John and Eric? Once I climbed Jade Mountain with the students in the Mountain Climbing Club, and I met them there. They are very interesting.
M: Yes. How about that American guy?
W: I’d never met him before. Eric told me that he’s his new roommate this year.
M: It seemed that you and Eric are very good friends.
W: I guess you may say so. After coming back from Jade Mountain, we dated several times. We had a great time together, but we aren’t going steady or anything like that.
M: Why not? He’s kind of handsome and intelligent.
W: He’s a lot of fun to be with, but we can’t talk about anything heavy.
M: I know exactly what you mean. How about the other guy, John?
W: I don’t really know him very well. He seems to be pretty quiet and shy. Why do you ask?
M: Because I sat with him on the bus on our way home last night. I was very impressed by his sense of humor.
第二部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Group buying is one of the fastest growing trends in South Africa today. Industry leaders are confident that the growth potential remains strong since group buying is location-specific(区域性的). Start-up costs are low and profit room remains high, so many sites continue to receive invested money despite widespread criticism and Facebook's decision to phase out of the deals business due to privacy concerns.
In the early stages of all industries, some companies fail because they cannot compete with stronger companies in difficult economic conditions. To deal with difficult conditions, an alarming number of businesses are developing group buying websites in places like China and India, so the increase of group buying in South Africa is nothing more than a natural progression into the international mainstream.
The group buying concept is fairly new and consumers have accepted this concept because they can now make full use of the rich information available on the Internet. Group buying is convenient and easy so it works. Anyone can view a site, join a mailing list, subscribe to RSS or print out a coupon(优惠券). The current group buying structure offered by the industry leaders works although there are still challenges to overcome.
Perhaps, the future of group buying is tied to the joining together of social media and mobile devices. Mobile devices are with us wherever we go and almost everyone is using some type of social media site like Facebook or Twitter to stay informed. Using GPS and social media technology to provide real time location-specific promotions would be beneficial to every consumer looking for the best deals in town.
Pause for a moment and think about it! What is better than signing on to your phone while having fun in town and you receive a real time information that your favorite shop across the street is offering a killer deal?
The future of the group buying in South Africa is bright and we can expect to see more advanced approaches to this concept in the future. In addition to the technological advances consumers will see the range of promotions expand to include new products and services.
21. What does the underlined phrase "phase out of" mean in the first paragraph?
A. begin to develop B. gradually stop
C. gradually increase D. continue to enlarge
22. What does the author want to show by setting China and India as examples?
A. China and India are powerful countries.
B. China and India are in difficult economic conditions
C. group buying is successful worldwide
D. group buying is an international trend
23. What does the passage mainly tell us?
A. The history of group buying B. The concept of group buying
C. Growing trends in South Africa D. Group buying in South Africa
【答案】21. B 22. D 23. D
【解析】
【分析】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了南非出现的新流行趋势——团购,并分析了它的原因与未来。
【21题详解】
词义猜测题。根据划线部分所在句子“so many sites continue to receive invested money despite widespread criticism and Facebook's decision to phase out of the deals business due to privacy concerns.(尽管受到广泛批评,Facebook出于隐私考虑决定phase out of交易业务,但仍有许多网站继续收到投资资金) ”中的despite表明上下文为转折关系,即在其他网站收到投资资金时,Facebook决定停止交易业务。由此可知,划线短语意为“慢慢停止”。故选B。
【22题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段的“To deal with difficult conditions, an alarming number of businesses are developing group buying websites in places like China and India, so the increase of group buying in South Africa is nothing more than a natural progression into the international mainstream.(为了应对困难的环境,大量企业正在中国和印度等地开发团购网站,因此,南非团购的增加无非是进入国际主流的自然过程)”可知,为了应付目前的困难情况,在中国和印度的很多行业都开发了团购,对于南非而言,这也是个自然过程。由此推知,举这个例子是为了说明团购现在正在成为一种全球趋势。故选D。
【23题详解】
主旨大意题。根据文章的主要内容,尤其第一段的“Group buying is one of the fastest growing trends in South Africa today. (团购是当今南非发展最快的趋势之一)”可知,本文主要介绍了南非的团购。故选D。
【点睛】
B
Wake up early enough and, depending on where you live, you’ll likely hear a pleasant chorus of birds chirping (鸟叫) their tiny hearts out. Singing in the early morning is the natural behavior of birds. But why do birds sing only in the early morning?
According to the Woodland Trust, a UK-based environmental charity, this early singing is known as the dawn chorus, and it can start as early as 4 a.m. and last for several hours. Birds do it to attract mates and warn other birds to avoid their territory.
One theory as to why they choose the specific hours to communicate these important messages is because the low visibility makes it hard to do other bird activities, like finding food. Keeping their activity level low, they opt to sing instead. Another theory argues that birds use the morning vocals to project an image of strength. By singing with passion, they’re letting other birds know they survived the night — no guarantee in nature — and would make for an excellent mate.
Like a good recording studio, the early morning hours also allow birds to transmit a clear tune thanks to the cooler, drier air. Because birds have distinctive chirps, that clarity helps them be more easily identified by birds within listening distance.
There used to be a popular theory that birds sang so much in the mornings because the sounds could travel greater distances due to less atmospheric turbulence (大气湍流), but it was disproven by researchers at the University of Western Ontario in 2003. They played recordings of sparrows at dawn and midday. The songs didn’t travel farther but they were more consistent.
Because birds only have so much energy to chirp, singing when they stand the best chance of being heard makes sense. For a bird, an early morning session is like having the perfect acoustic (声学) environment for their performance.
24. Why do birds sing in the early morning according to the Woodland Trust?
A. To find food for their kids. B. To interact with birds that are far away.
C. To enjoy the cooler weather. D. To attract mates and defend territory.
25. How is paragraph 3 developed?
A. By describing events. B. By providing examples.
C. By giving possible reasons. D. By making a comparison.
26. What makes early morning the best time for birds to sing?
A. Better sound quality in the air. B. Fewer dangers around.
C. Greater distance of voice traveling. D. Higher energy levels after rest.
27 What can be a suitable title for the text?
A. Bird Songs: The Role in Attracting Mates
B. The Benefits of Early Morning Singing for Birds
C. The Impact of Atmospheric Conditions on Bird Songs
D. The Dawn Chorus: Why Birds Sing in the Early Morning
【答案】24. D 25. C 26. A 27. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章解释了鸟类在清晨鸣唱的原因,包括吸引配偶、宣示领地、利用清晨空气传播清晰鸣叫,并反驳了声音传播更远的旧理论。
【24题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“According to the Woodland Trust, a UK-based environmental charity, this early singing is known as the dawn chorus, and it can start as early as 4 a.m. and last for several hours. Birds do it to attract mates and warn other birds to avoid their territory. (根据英国环境慈善机构森林信托的说法,这种早起的歌唱被称为黎明合唱,它可以在凌晨4点开始,持续几个小时。鸟类这样做是为了吸引配偶,并警告其他鸟类避开它们的领地。)”可知,根据英国森林信托的说法,鸟类清晨鸣叫是为了吸引配偶并保卫领地。故选D项。
【25题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段“One theory as to why they choose the specific hours to communicate these important messages is because the low visibility makes it hard to do other bird activities, like finding food. Keeping their activity level low, they opt to sing instead. Another theory argues that birds use the morning vocals to project an image of strength. By singing with passion, they’re letting other birds know they survived the night — no guarantee in nature — and would make for an excellent mate. (关于它们为什么选择特定的时间来传达这些重要的信息,一种理论是,因为低能见度使得鸟类很难进行其他活动,比如寻找食物。为了保持较低的活动水平,他们选择唱歌。另一种理论认为,鸟类利用清晨的歌声来展现有力量的形象。通过充满激情的歌唱,它们让其他鸟类知道它们熬过了一夜——这在自然界是没有保证的——它们会成为一个很好的伴侣。)”可知,该段通过提出两种可能的理论,即低能见度影响觅食以及展示生存能力,来展开论述。故选C项。
【26题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段中“Like a good recording studio, the early morning hours also allow birds to transmit a clear tune thanks to the cooler, drier air. (如同优质的录音棚,清晨时分凉爽干燥的空气使鸟类能传递清晰的鸣叫声。)”可知,清晨是最佳鸣唱时间,因为空气中声音传播更清晰。故选A项。
【27题详解】
主旨大意题。通读全文,尤其是第一段中“But why do birds sing only in the early morning? (但是为什么鸟儿只在清晨歌唱呢?)”可知,文章围绕鸟类在黎明合唱的现象展开,从多个角度解释这一现象的原因,如吸引配偶、保卫领地、声音传播优势等。因此,D项“黎明合唱:鸟类为何在清晨鸣唱”最契合文章主旨,适合作为文章标题。故选D项。
C
One after another, injured koalas with burned paws and singed fur were carried into the rescue center. Suffering from severe dehydration and fear, they received urgent care from dedicated staff who bandaged their wounds, swaddled them gently, and placed them in baskets equipped with a familiar comfort: eucalyptus (桉树) leaves.
This heartbreaking scene became frequent as catastrophic wildfires, which have consumed millions of acres in Australia, forced the rescue of dozens of koalas from burning trees and ash-covered ground. The plight of the koala, an iconic Australian symbol, has raised serious concerns among conservationists and scientists. They are questioning how to protect biodiversity in a country already experiencing intense fires, extreme heat, and water shortage — a nation that already has one of the highest rates of species extinction in the world.
Although koalas have adapted to coexist with periodic wildfires, they now face threats on an unprecedented (史无前例的) scale. These challenges stem not only from climate change but also from extensive human development. The rise of urban areas and agriculture has split the koalas’ natural habitats, isolating populations and reducing their ability to survive disasters. In some regions, koala numbers have dropped by as much as 80%, though accurate counts across the vast continent remain difficult to obtain.
“The fires are a tragedy for our wildlife,” said Cheyne Flanagan, clinical director of the Koala Hospital, the only facility of its kind globally. “We have these unique animals that exist nowhere else on Earth, and we are failing to protect them. This should serve as a massive wake-up call for everyone.”
The situation underscores the urgent need for coordinated conservation efforts. It is clear that without significant intervention, the future of this beloved species remains uncertain. The loss of the koala would not only be an ecological disaster but also a cultural tragedy for Australia and the world.
28. What does the underlined word “plight” in Paragraph 2 probably mean?
A. Tough situation. B. Special habit. C. Cute appearance. D. Polluted environment.
29. Why are koalas now facing more serious threats than before?
A. The Australian government ignores their survival.
B. Climate change and human development bring risks.
C. Conservationists have no effective protection measures.
D. Their main food (eucalyptus. leaves) has sharply decreased.
30. What can we learn about the Koala Hospital from Cheyne Flanagan’s statement?
A. It is the world’s only koala-specialized medical facility.
B. It is facing great financial pressure in rescuing injured koalas.
C. It plans to expand its scale to better protect koalas in the future.
D. It has successfully saved most of the koalas injured in wildfires.
31. What is the main idea of the passage?
A. Impact of Australian wildfires on biodiversity.
B. Rescue of injured koalas after Australian wildfires.
C. Koalas’ severe threats and urgent need for conservation.
D. The living habits of koalas and their dependence on eucalyptus leaves.
【答案】28. A 29. B 30. A 31. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了澳大利亚的野火导致了考拉的生存危机,同时气候变化和人类活动加剧了对考拉生存的威胁,呼吁人们尽快采取有效的保护措施。
【28题详解】
词句猜测题。根据第二段“This heartbreaking scene became frequent as catastrophic wildfires, which have consumed millions of acres in Australia, forced the rescue of dozens of koalas from burning trees and ash-covered ground.(随着灾难性野火在澳大利亚肆虐数百万英亩土地,迫使救援人员从燃烧的树木和灰烬覆盖的地面救出数十只考拉,这般令人心碎的场景已屡见不鲜。)”和划线词所在句“The plight of the koala, an iconic Australian symbol, has raised serious concerns among conservationists and scientists.(考拉作为澳大利亚的标志性象征,其plight已引起环保人士和科学家的严重关切。)”可知,灾难性的野火让考拉处于危险境地,引起了保护主义者和科学家的严重关注,plight指上句所描述的考拉所处的困境。故选A。
【29题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“These challenges stem not only from climate change but also from extensive human development.(这些挑战不仅源于气候变化,还源于大规模的人类发展活动。)”可知,考拉正面临的史无前例的严重威胁,是由气候变化和人类发展活动所造成的。故选B。
【30题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段““The fires are a tragedy for our wildlife,” said Cheyne Flanagan, clinical director of the Koala Hospital, the only facility of its kind globally.(“火灾对我们的野生动物来说是一场悲剧,”考拉医院临床主任Cheyne Flanagan说,该医院是全球唯一的同类设施。)”可知,考拉医院是世界上唯一一家专门针对考拉的医疗机构。故选A。
【31题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第三段“Although koalas have adapted to coexist with periodic wildfires, they now face threats on an unprecedented (史无前例的) scale.(尽管考拉已经适应了与周期性的野火共存,但它们现在面临着前所未有的威胁。)”和最后一段“The situation underscores the urgent need for coordinated conservation efforts.(这一形势凸显了采取协调保护措施的急迫需要。)”、“The loss of the koala would not only be an ecological disaster but also a cultural tragedy for Australia and the world.(考拉的消失,不仅对澳大利亚乃至全世界是一场生态灾难,更将是一场文化悲剧。)”以及全文内容可知,本文主要讲述了考拉面临严重威胁,亟需保护的现状。故选C。
D
How do you beat the summer heat? If you’re like most people, you turn the air conditioning on when it’s the hottest time of the day. But what if you could use nonpeak (非高峰的) electrical hours and store the cold to use the next day? This idea has become a reality for a New York City high-rise that’s being cooled by ice.
Eleven Madison, a skyscraper in the heart of Manhattan, is using cool, frozen ice overnight to cool the building, reported CBS News. Four stories below ground, an ice battery system freezes water during the night, when electrical use is low, and uses this ice to cool the building during the day. “There’s about 500,000 pounds of ice created every night,” said Holly Paper, president of Trane Technologies, a company that did the installation (装置).
Air conditioning uses nearly 20% of energy use in homes and businesses globally. However, on extremely hot days, that number can jump to 70%. Installations like the one in Eleven Madison help to lower that. According to Paeper, the company has installed the technology in about 4,000 sites worldwide.
The system in the basement of Eleven Madison uses 100 tanks that are each the size of a parking spot. Because there’s a lot of energy consumed in freezing water, a more effective way had to be found. “We take water, and add some other elements in it,” explained Dr. Patrick Shamberger, an associate professor at Texas A&. M. “So we can take control of that temperature basically anywhere we want it, in the zero to 20°C range.”
While ice batteries aren’t being used to cool food or to power electrical devices, they’re being used to cool buildings. For now, combining ice batteries with other types of energy storage from renewables can help the power grid (电网) to keep up in hot weather as well as lower the cost of electricity. It’s a win-win for all.
32. What is the main purpose of the ice battery system?
A. To generate daytime electricity. B. To freeze water at night.
C. To store cold for daytime cooling. D. To replace all air conditioners.
33. What does the author want to stress in paragraph 3?
A. The necessity of ice batteries. B. The influence of the technology.
C. The features of the high-rise. D. The significance of air conditioning.
34. What can be inferred about ice batteries according to the text?
A. They are cheap to install. B. They are energy-saving.
C. They are extremely harmful. D. They are used to cool food.
35. What can be a suitable title for the text?
A. Process of Ice Battery Production B. Power-hungry Air Conditioning
C. Advantages of Storing Electricity D. A Creative System for Cooling
【答案】32. C 33. A 34. B 35. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍纽约曼哈顿一栋摩天大楼采用的冰电池制冷系统,及其工作原理、应用价值和环保意义。
【32题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段中的“But what if you could use nonpeak (非高峰的) electrical hours and store the cold to use the next day? This idea has become a reality for a New York City high-rise that’s being cooled by ice. (但如果你能利用非高峰用电时段储存冷量,第二天再使用呢?这个想法在纽约市一栋用冰制冷的高楼中成为了现实。)”和第二段中的“Four stories below ground, an ice battery system freezes water during the night, when electrical use is low, and uses this ice to cool the building during the day. (在地下四层,一套冰电池系统在用电低谷的夜间冻结水,并用这些冰在白天为大楼降温。)”可知,冰电池系统的核心目的是储存冷量,供白天制冷使用。故选C项。
【33题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段中的“Air conditioning uses nearly 20% of energy use in homes and businesses globally. However, on extremely hot days, that number can jump to 70%. Installations like the one in Eleven Madison help to lower that. (全球范围内,空调消耗了家庭和企业近20%的能源。然而,在极端炎热的天气里,这一比例可能会飙升至70%。像十一麦迪逊大厦这样的装置有助于降低这一比例。)”可知,作者先强调空调在炎热天气下的高能耗问题,再引出冰电池系统的减排作用,其核心是突出冰电池系统存在的必要性——解决空调高能耗难题。故选A项。
【34题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段中的“Installations like the one in Eleven Madison help to lower that (energy use). (像十一麦迪逊大厦这样的装置有助于降低能源消耗。)”和第五段中的“For now, combining ice batteries with other types of energy storage from renewables can help the power grid to keep up in hot weather as well as lower the cost of electricity. (目前,将冰电池与其他类型的可再生能源储存相结合,有助于电网在炎热天气下正常运行,并降低电力成本。)”可知,冰电池系统能够减少能源消耗、降低电费,由此可推断其具有节能特性。故选B项。
【35题详解】
主旨大意题。通读全文可知,文章开篇以夏季降温需求引出冰电池制冷系统,随后详细介绍其工作原理(夜间冻冰、白天制冷)、应用场景(大楼降温)、节能优势及社会价值,核心围绕这一创新制冷系统展开。选项D“一种创新的制冷系统”为最佳标题。故选D项。
第二节(共5小题:每小题2.5分, 满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文, 从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
When we think about managing weight, our minds often leap to diets, exercise, and counting calories. But what if the secret to sustainable weight management isn’t in your fridge or your gym membership, but in your mind? ____36____.
Emotional Eating
Emotional eating happens when we use food to deal with feelings rather than to satisfy physical hunger. ____37____. The act of eating provides brief relief, but it often leads to guilt and regret afterward, setting off a cycle of emotional highs and lows tied to food.
Mindless Eating
Mindless eating is to eat without awareness or intention. It often happens while watching TV, looking through your phone, or even while socializing. ____38____. Mindless eating bypasses our internal cues for hunger and fullness. Over time, this can lead to weight gain without any clear cause.
Social Influences
____39____. Studies show that people tend to mirror the eating habits of those around them. If your social circle values fast food or frequent snacking, it becomes harder to break those patterns. Choosing your influences carefully and surrounding yourself with people who support your health goals can make a major difference.
Self-compassion (自我同情)
Diet culture often promotes harshness (严厉) — punishment for mistakes and self-criticism for imperfection. But research shows that self-compassion leads to better emotional regulation and healthier habits. It means approaching your journey with kindness, patience, and understanding. ____40____. It nurtures a healthier, more sustainable relationship with food, your body and yourself.
A. Stress, boredom and even happiness can all cause it
B. What we believe about ourselves shapes our behaviors
C. Let’s dive into some factors behind our eating behavior
D. Your surrounding environment greatly affects your eating
E. You eat because the food is there, not because you need it
F. Media and societal standards often increase these insecurities
G. It allows you to learn from mistakes instead of being punished
【答案】36. C 37. A 38. E 39. D 40. G
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章讲述了可持续体重管理的关键可能在于人的心理层面,并深入探讨了影响人们饮食行为的几个核心因素。
【36题详解】
根据前文“But what if the secret to sustainable weight management isn’t in your fridge or your gym membership, but in your mind? (但如果可持续体重管理的秘诀不在冰箱里,也不在健身会员卡中,而在你的大脑里呢?)”可知,前文抛出“体重管理与心理相关”的核心观点,此空需承接该观点,引出下文对具体影响因素的分析。C选项“Let’s dive into some factors behind our eating behavior (让我们深入探讨一下影响我们饮食习惯的一些因素)”符合语境。故选C项。
【37题详解】
根据本段小标题“Emotional Eating (情绪化进食)”,以及空前“Emotional eating happens when we use food to deal with feelings rather than to satisfy physical hunger.(当我们用食物来应对情绪而非满足生理饥饿时,情绪化进食就发生了)”可知,此空需补充“哪些情绪会引发情绪化进食”。A选项“Stress, boredom and even happiness can all cause it (压力、无聊甚至快乐都可能引发它)”符合语境。故选A项。
【38题详解】
根据本段小标题“Mindless Eating (无意识进食)”,以及空前“Mindless eating is to eat without awareness or intention. It often happens while watching TV, looking through your phone, or even while socializing.(无意识进食是指在没有意识或目的的情况下进食,常发生在看电视、刷手机甚至社交时)”可知,此空需进一步解释“无意识进食”的核心特征——无需求驱动。E选项“You eat because the food is there, not because you need it(你进食是因为食物就在那里,而非因为你需要它)”符合语境。故选E项。
【39题详解】
根据本段小标题“Social Influences (社交影响)”,以及空后“Studies show that people tend to mirror the eating habits of those around them. If your social circle values fast food or frequent snacking, it becomes harder to break those patterns. (研究表明,人们倾向于模仿周围人的饮食习惯。如果你的社交圈推崇快餐或频繁吃零食,就更难打破这些习惯)”可知,此空需总领“社交环境影响饮食”的核心。D选项“Your surrounding environment greatly affects your eating (你周围的环境会极大地影响你的饮食)”符合语境。故选D项。
40题详解】
根据本段小标题“Self-compassion(自我同情)”,以及空前“But research shows that self-compassion leads to better emotional regulation and healthier habits. It means approaching your journey with kindness, patience, and understanding. (但研究表明,自我同情有助于更好的情绪调节和更健康的习惯,意味着以善意、耐心和理解对待自己的体重管理之旅)”可知,此空需进一步阐述“自我同情”的具体作用。G选项“It allows you to learn from mistakes instead of being punished (它让你从错误中学习,而非受到惩罚)”符合语境。故选G项。
第三部分 语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节 完形填空(每小题1分,共15分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项
As a kid, I loved mud (泥) piles and sandcastles. However, at 53, playing in dirt felt ____41____ — let alone mud. Six months earlier, my gym trainer invited me to the Mud Girl Run, a women’s 5-kilometer race for cancer research. I didn’t ____42____ it. Though she kept asking me, I kept making ____43____ to say no until a party. When asked to share new challenges, I____44____ promised to take part in the race, hoping all my friends helped keep me on ____45____without giving up.
I began ____46____ by watching some videos of the race. The choice to overcome the challenge ____47____ my anxiety, but I decided to try my best. Race day arrived, and I woke early to find my family ready to ____48____ me — They held banners (横幅) with “Go for it”.
At the ____49____, a new unfamiliar excitement washed over me. I took a deep breath, promising to try every barrier (障碍) with no ____50____ — this was supposed to be a “one and done (一次性的)” wish list item. I _____51_____ all challenges, smiling despite being covered in mud. Teammates, strangers, and I supported each other, building a powerful sense of ____52____.
That “one and done” idea disappeared. Conquering (征服) the race wasn’t just about ____53____ it — it was about finding joy in stepping outside my ____54____. Mud, challenges, and people’s support changed my mindset. Now, I’m seeking more ____55____— my shoes are already dirty, and I’ ve learned growth grows well when we dare to say “yes” to the unexpected.
41. A. unthinkable B. imperfect C. unprofessional D. incorrect
42. A. refuse B. question C. accept D. introduce
43. A. requests B. wishes C. promises D. excuses
44. A. secretly B. publicly C. nervously D. naturally
45. A. schedule B. track C. guard D. list
46. A. waiting B. picturing C. preparing D. reviewing
47. A. increased B. managed C. expressed D. hid
48. A. change B. stop C. guide D. cheer
49. A. race B. party C. test D. training
50. A. comments B. regrets C. encouragements D. challenges
51. A. wrote down B. gave up C. focused on D. got over
52. A. direction B. humour C. community D. safety
53. A. finishing B. beginning C. sharing D. designing
54. A. rock bottom B. top secret C. common practice D. comfort zone
55. A. jobs B. events C. models D. goals
【答案】41. A 42. C 43. D 44. B 45. B 46. C 47. A 48. D 49. A 50. B 51. D 52. C 53. A 54. D 55. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了53岁的作者打破固有认知,从最初觉得“玩泥巴”不可思议,到接受挑战参加“泥浆女孩跑”的经历。
【41题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:然而,53岁时,在泥地里玩耍却显得不可思议——更别说泥浆了。A. unthinkable难以想象的;B. imperfect不完美的;C. unprofessional不专业的;D. incorrect不正确的。根据上文“As a kid, I loved mud piles and sandcastles. However, at 53”可知,作者小时候喜欢玩泥巴,但53岁时觉得这是难以想象的事。故选A。
【42题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:我没有接受这个邀请。A. refuse拒绝;B. question质疑;C. accept接受;D. introduce介绍。根据下文“Though she kept asking me, I kept making ____ to say no”可知,作者一开始没接受邀请。故选C。
【43题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:尽管她一直邀请我,我一直找借口拒绝,直到一次派对。A. requests请求;B. wishes愿望;C. promises承诺;D. excuses借口。根据上文“say no”可知,作者是找借口拒绝邀请。故选D。
【44题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意:当被要求分享新挑战时,我公开承诺会参加这项赛事,希望朋友们能监督我坚持下去,不半途而废。 A. secretly秘密地;B. publicly公开地;C. nervously紧张地;D. naturally自然地。根据下文“hoping all my friends helped keep me on ____ ”可知,作者是在派对上公开做出的承诺。故选B。
45题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:当被要求分享新挑战时,我公开承诺会参加这项赛事,希望朋友们能监督我坚持下去,不半途而废。 A. schedule日程;B. track轨道;正轨;C. guard警惕;D. list清单。根据下文“without giving up”可知,此处指让我坚持下去,keep me on track是固定短语,表示“帮我保持正轨,不偏离目标”。故选B。
【46题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:我开始通过观看一些比赛视频做准备。 A. waiting等待;B. picturing想象;C. preparing准备;D. reviewing回顾。根据下文“watching some videos of the race”可知,作者是在为比赛做准备。故选C。
【47题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:克服挑战的选择加剧了我的焦虑,但我决定尽力尝试。A. increased增加;B. managed管理;C. expressed表达;D. hid隐藏。根据下文“but I decided to try my best”的转折可知,准备过程中焦虑是增加的。故选A。
【48题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:比赛日到了,我早早醒来,发现家人已经准备好为我加油——他们举着写有“加油”字样的横幅。 A. change改变;B. stop阻止;C. guide引导;D. cheer欢呼;加油。根据下文“They held banners with ‘Go for it’”可知,家人是来为作者加油的。故选D。
【49题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:在比赛现场,一种陌生的新鲜感涌上心头。 A. race比赛;B. party派对;C. test测试;D. training训练。根据上文“Race day arrived”可知,此处是在比赛现场。故选A。
【50题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:我深吸一口气,承诺尝试每一个障碍,不留遗憾——这本是愿望清单里“一次性完成”的项目。A. comments评论;B. regrets遗憾;C. encouragements鼓励;D. challenges挑战。根据上文“promising to try every barrier”可知,作者想尽力尝试,不留遗憾。故选B。
【51题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意:我克服了所有挑战,尽管浑身是泥还是面带微笑。A. wrote down写下;B. gave up放弃;C. focused on专注于;D. got over克服。根据下文“smiling despite being covered in mud”可知,作者克服了所有挑战。故选D。
【52题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:队友、陌生人和我互相支持,建立了强烈的集体归属感。A. direction方向;B. humour幽默;C. community集体;共同体;D. safety安全。根据上文“Teammates, strangers, and I supported each other”可知,互相支持带来了集体归属感。故选C。
【53题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:征服这场比赛不只是为了完成它——而是为了在走出舒适区的过程中找到乐趣。A. finishing完成;B. beginning开始;C. sharing分享;D. designing设计。根据上文“Conquering the race”可知,此处指完成比赛。故选A。
【54题详解】
考查名词短语辨析。句意:征服这场比赛不只是为了完成它——而是为了在走出舒适区的过程中找到乐趣。A. rock bottom谷底;B. top secret绝密;C. common practice惯例;D. comfort zone舒适区。根据上文“However, at 53, playing in dirt felt ____ — let alone mud.”可知,作者从抗拒到参加比赛的转变,这是走出舒适区的过程。故选D。
【55题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:现在,我在寻找更多这样的活动——我的鞋子已经脏了,而且我明白了,当我们敢于对意外之事说“好”时,成长会蓬勃发展。A. jobs工作;B. events活动;C. models模型;D. goals目标。根据上文的“Mud Girl Run”可知,作者是在寻找更多类似的活动。故选B。
第二节 语法填空(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Some 4, 000 years ago, the Liangzhu culture, known for its sophisticated city of canals ____56____ (call) “China’s Venice of the Stone Age,” suddenly disappeared. Historians debated whether war, disease, or starvation caused its collapse, but recent research points to climate change ____57____ a key factor.
Located near the East China Sea, Liangzhu ____58____ (be) home to an advanced Stone Age civilization for about 1,000 years, supporting an active agricultural system through its canals. Liangzhu City was listed as ____59____ UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2019.
Researchers from the University of Innsbruck had long sought to explain ____60____ Liangzhu was abandoned, and the discovery of a thin layer of clay on the ruins suggested a possible connection between the ends of the advanced civilization ____61____ floods of the Yangtze River or floods from the East China Sea. However, no clear conclusions on the cause were possible from the mud layer ____62____ (it).
A breakthrough came when scientists studied stalagmites (石笋) from two nearby underwater caves. As Dr. Peter Dockrill reported for Science Alert, their team discovered chemical signatures from about 4,300 years ago that showed ____63____ (extreme) high rainfall, probably caused by the ____64____ (warm) of ocean waters in the Pacific - an event known as the El Nino (厄尔尼诺).
The study notes that wet conditions lasted for several hundred years following the collapse of Liangzhu, eventually paving the way for the rise of the Xia dynasty in 2070 B.C.E. It’s celebrated _____65_____ (found), Yu the Great, introduced more extensive flood-control methods and is known as the “Tamer of the Flood.”
【答案】56. called
57. as 58. was
59. a 60. why
61. and 62. itself
63. extremely
64. warming
65. founder
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍良渚文化消失之谜,指出气候变化引发的洪水或为其消亡主因,及相关研究发现。
【56题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:大约4000年前,以有着“中国石器时代威尼斯”之称的复杂运河之城闻名的良渚文化突然消失了。此处为非谓语动词作定语,a sophisticated city of canals与call为被动关系,用过去分词called。故填called。
【57题详解】
考查介词。句意:历史学家曾争论是战争、疾病还是饥荒导致了它的衰落,但近期研究指出气候变化是一个关键因素。此处为固定搭配point to...as...,意为“指出……作为……”,用介词as。故填as。
【58题详解】
考查动词时态和主谓一致。句意:良渚位于中国东海附近,在约1000年的时间里是先进石器时代文明的发祥地,通过其运河维系着发达的农业体系。此处为谓语动词,描述过去的事实,用一般过去时,主语Liangzhu为单数,所以用was。故填was。
【59题详解】
考查冠词。句意:良渚古城于2019年被列入联合国教科文组织世界遗产名录。此处泛指“一处联合国教科文组织世界遗产”,UNESCO是以辅音音素开头的单词,用不定冠词a。故填a。
【60题详解】
考查宾语从句。句意:因斯布鲁克大学的研究人员长期以来一直试图解释良渚为何被废弃,而遗址上发现的一层薄薄的黏土层表明,这个先进文明的消亡可能与长江洪水或东海洪水有关。此处引导宾语从句,从句中不缺主语和宾语,结合句意,此处缺少原因状语,表示“为什么”,用连接副词why。故填why。
【61题详解】
考查连词。句意:因斯布鲁克大学的研究人员长期以来一直试图解释良渚为何被废弃,而遗址上发现的一层薄薄的黏土层表明,这个先进文明的消亡可能与长江洪水或东海洪水有关。此处为固定搭配between...and...,意为“在……和……之间”,用连词and。故填and。
【62题详解】
考查代词。句意:然而,仅从黏土层本身无法得出关于其消亡原因的确切结论。此处指代the mud layer自身,用反身代词itself。故填itself。
【63题详解】
考查副词。句意:正如彼得·多克里尔博士为《科学警报》所报道的那样,他们的团队发现了大约4300年前的化学特征,这些特征表明当时降雨量极大,这可能是由太平洋海水升温——一种被称为厄尔尼诺的现象——引起的。此处修饰形容词high,用extreme的副词形式extremely。故填extremely。
【64题详解】
考查名词。句意:正如彼得·多克里尔博士为《科学警报》所报道的那样,他们的团队发现了大约4300年前的化学特征,这些特征表明当时降雨量极大,这可能是由太平洋海水升温——一种被称为厄尔尼诺的现象——引起的。此处位于定冠词the之后,用warm的名词形式warming,意为“升温”符合句意。故填warming。
【65题详解】
考查名词。句意:该研究指出,良渚文化衰落后,湿润的气候持续了数百年,最终为公元前2070年夏朝的兴起铺平了道路。夏朝的开国君主大禹引进了更广泛的治水方法,被称为“治水英雄”。此处指“夏朝的开国君主”,用found的名词形式founder,意为“创立者,奠基者”。故填founder。
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节 书面表达 (满分15分)
66. 网络在我们的日常生活中发挥着重要作用,它为我们带来很多便利,同时也有危害。请你谈谈网络的利与弊,以及你对网络使用的看法。
注意:1.词数80词左右;
2.可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
The Internet
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【答案】The Internet
The Internet is becoming more and more popular. However, the Internet has its advantages and disadvantages.
On one hand, the Internet plays an important part in our daily life. It makes our lives more convenient. We can get the most updated information. We can download software, documents and images whenever we need them. On the other hand, surfing the Internet also caused all sorts of problems. Identity theft is a common and serious problem. What’s worse, Internet addition does harm to physical and mental health.
In my opinion, as long as we control ourselves properly, we should make good use of the Internet and it will be our useful helper.
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于开放性作文。要求考生谈谈网络的利与弊,以及对网络使用的看法。
【详解】1.词汇积累
各种各样的:all sorts of→ all kinds of
观点:opinion→ view
充分利用:make good use of→ take full advantage of
严重的:serious→ severe
2.句式拓展
合并句子
原句:On one hand, the Internet plays an important part in our daily life. It makes our lives more convenient.
合并句:On one hand, the Internet plays an important part in our daily life, which makes our lives more convenient.
【点睛】【高分句型1】We can download software, documents and images whenever we need them.(运用了连词whenever引导的时间状语从句。)
【高分句型2】In my opinion, as long as we control ourselves properly, we should make good use of the Internet and it will be our useful helper.(运用了连词as long as引导的条件状语从句。)
第二节 读后续写 (满分25分)
67. 阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
When I was in middle school, my family moved to Seattle, where my parents started their new business — a small grocery store downstairs in my house. As a girl of shy and reserved nature, I had to take a fresh start to fit into the sophisticated city life.
One sunny day, my school announced an exciting event, a talent show for the local food bank. Students were encouraged to showcase their unique talents in front of the public in the city hall on National Day. A buzz of excitement filled the school as everyone began preparing for the big day. Deep down, I felt a spark of curiosity and a desire to participate. However, my self-doubt held me back, “I don’t have any special skills to share.”
Days turned into weeks, and the talent show drew closer. I couldn’t shake the upsetting feeling until one day Emma, one of the most popular girls in my class, came to me while I was helping in the grocery store after class. “How about singing together in the talent show?” she grinned. “I heard you singing a tune, along the way back home. I can’t help following you here.” Dear, I couldn’t believe my ears. Emma, with personality and popularity, acknowledged my little talent. Since Emma had the world’s prettiest voice, I felt like being favoured by fortune.
“You two? The talent show for the food bank?” My mum bent towards us and her face lit up. “Why not practise right now upstairs? I bet you’ll be a perfect match.” Winking at us, she seemed to know we were thinking alike.
Emma and I embarked on rehearsing almost every single day after school. We brainstormed, exchanged ideas and rehearsed the scene. As the days rolled by, I was feeling pretty good about our act. But the day before the performance, Emma called saying that she had an acute stomachache and was not in any shape to perform.
注意:
1. 续写词数应为150左右;
2. 续写部分分为两段,每段开头语已为你写好。
Paragraph 1:
I was completely knocked out by the news.
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Paragraph 2:
Finally came the big moment.
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【答案】
I was completely knocked out by the news. My heart sank, and I didn’t know what to do. “How can I perform alone?” I asked myself, tears welling up. But my mom said gently, “You’ve practiced so hard; don’t let fear stop you.” That night, I stayed up thinking about whether I should go on stage by myself. Finally, I decided that I would try, because it was for the food bank.
Finally came the big moment. As I walked onto the stage, my hands were shaking, and I could hardly breathe. I closed my eyes and remembered the days when Emma and I sang together, which gave me courage. When I opened my mouth, my voice came out clear and steady. The audience clapped warmly, and I felt proud of myself for the first time. What mattered most was not perfection, but that I dared to try.
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开,讲述了作者原本和艾玛准备一起参加才艺表演,为当地食物银行筹款,然而在表演前一天,艾玛突然生病无法参加,作者在妈妈鼓励下决定独自上台表演,最终成功完成表演并赢得了观众掌声的故事。
【详解】1. 段落续写:
①由第一段首句内容“我被这个消息完全惊呆了。”可知,第一段可描写作者得知艾玛生病无法参加表演后的心情以及妈妈的鼓励。
②由第二段首句内容“终于,那个重要的时刻到来了。”可知,第二段可描写作者独自上台表演的过程以及表演结束后的感受。
2. 续写线索:得知消息——心情低落——妈妈鼓励——决定独自表演——上台表演——表演成功——赢得掌声
3. 词汇激活:
行为类
①登台表演:go on stage/step onto the stage
②决定:decide/make up one’s mind
③回忆:remember/recall/think back to
④鼓掌:clap/applaud/give applause
情绪类
①眼泪涌出:tears welling up/tears filling one’s eyes
②自豪:feel proud of/ take pride in
【点睛】【高分句型1】That night, I stayed up thinking about whether I should go on stage by myself. (运用了现在分词thinking作状语和whether引导的宾语从句)
【高分句型2】Finally, I decided that I would try, because it was for the food bank. (运用了that引导宾语从句和because引导的原因状语从句)
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第一部分 听力(共两节, 满分30分)
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
1. What does the man want to do next year?
A. Set up his business. B. Take up a new hobby. C. Look for a new job.
2. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A. Business partners. B. Good friends. C. Employer and employee.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
3. What is the relationship between the speakers?
A. Classmates. B. Teacher and student. C. Boss and secretary.
4. What does the woman suggest adding to the presentation?
A. More facts. B. More figures. C. More pictures.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
5. How do the speakers like their trip?
A. Satisfied. B. Just so-so. C. Memorable.
6. What will the speakers do next?
A. Sort out luggage. B. Book a room. C. Have a rest.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
7. Where are the speakers?
A. At the customs.
B. At the ticket office.
C. On the plane.
8. What does the woman have to declare?
A. Meat.
B. Alcoholic drink.
C. Plants.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
9. When will the man probably get a raise?
A. In half a year. B. In one year. C. In two years.
10. How is the speakers’ house?
A. Small. B. Large. C. Expensive.
11. What is the main reason the man wants to move?
A. To have more space. B. To have a cheaper house. C. To live in a better area.
听下面一段独白,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
12. What is the speaker doing?
A. Hosting a program.
B. Giving a lecture.
C. Promoting a project.
13. What adds to the pain of early rise?
A. Cold weather.
B. Physical pain.
C. Lack of determination.
14. What’s the speaker’s final advice?
A. Making enough preparation.
B. Being open to the setbacks.
C. Finding a running companion.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
15. What are the speakers mainly discussing?
A. The woman’s job. B. The man’s law firm. C. Rachel’s recent condition.
16. What is the woman probably doing?
A. Cooking food. B. Having dinner. C. Ordering food.
17. How does the man feel about unemployment benefits?
A. He thinks they are helpful.
B. He is embarrassed by them.
C He thinks they are unnecessary.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频,请去附件查看】
18. When did the woman meet John and Eric?
A. When she did some outdoor activities with some students.
B. When she had a meeting in the Mountain Climbing Club.
C. When she was at Pizza Hut.
19. Who comes from America?
A. John. B. Eric. C. The woman.
20. What are the two speakers mainly talking about?
A. The two guys — John and Eric.
B. Jade Mountain.
C. Eric and the woman’s date.
第二部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Group buying is one of the fastest growing trends in South Africa today. Industry leaders are confident that the growth potential remains strong since group buying is location-specific(区域性的). Start-up costs are low and profit room remains high, so many sites continue to receive invested money despite widespread criticism and Facebook's decision to phase out of the deals business due to privacy concerns.
In the early stages of all industries, some companies fail because they cannot compete with stronger companies in difficult economic conditions. To deal with difficult conditions, an alarming number of businesses are developing group buying websites in places like China and India, so the increase of group buying in South Africa is nothing more than a natural progression into the international mainstream.
The group buying concept is fairly new and consumers have accepted this concept because they can now make full use of the rich information available on the Internet. Group buying is convenient and easy so it works. Anyone can view a site, join a mailing list, subscribe to RSS or print out a coupon(优惠券). The current group buying structure offered by the industry leaders works although there are still challenges to overcome.
Perhaps, the future of group buying is tied to the joining together of social media and mobile devices. Mobile devices are with us wherever we go and almost everyone is using some type of social media site like Facebook or Twitter to stay informed. Using GPS and social media technology to provide real time location-specific promotions would be beneficial to every consumer looking for the best deals in town.
Pause for a moment and think about it! What is better than signing on to your phone while having fun in town and you receive a real time information that your favorite shop across the street is offering a killer deal?
The future of the group buying in South Africa is bright and we can expect to see more advanced approaches to this concept in the future. In addition to the technological advances consumers will see the range of promotions expand to include new products and services.
21. What does the underlined phrase "phase out of" mean in the first paragraph?
A. begin to develop B. gradually stop
C. gradually increase D. continue to enlarge
22. What does the author want to show by setting China and India as examples?
A. China and India are powerful countries.
B. China and India are in difficult economic conditions
C. group buying is successful worldwide
D. group buying is an international trend
23. What does the passage mainly tell us?
A. The history of group buying B. The concept of group buying
C. Growing trends in South Africa D. Group buying in South Africa
B
Wake up early enough and, depending on where you live, you’ll likely hear a pleasant chorus of birds chirping (鸟叫) their tiny hearts out. Singing in the early morning is the natural behavior of birds. But why do birds sing only in the early morning?
According to the Woodland Trust, a UK-based environmental charity, this early singing is known as the dawn chorus, and it can start as early as 4 a.m. and last for several hours. Birds do it to attract mates and warn other birds to avoid their territory.
One theory as to why they choose the specific hours to communicate these important messages is because the low visibility makes it hard to do other bird activities, like finding food. Keeping their activity level low, they opt to sing instead. Another theory argues that birds use the morning vocals to project an image of strength. By singing with passion, they’re letting other birds know they survived the night — no guarantee in nature — and would make for an excellent mate.
Like a good recording studio, the early morning hours also allow birds to transmit a clear tune thanks to the cooler, drier air. Because birds have distinctive chirps, that clarity helps them be more easily identified by birds within listening distance.
There used to be a popular theory that birds sang so much in the mornings because the sounds could travel greater distances due to less atmospheric turbulence (大气湍流), but it was disproven by researchers at the University of Western Ontario in 2003. They played recordings of sparrows at dawn and midday. The songs didn’t travel farther but they were more consistent.
Because birds only have so much energy to chirp, singing when they stand the best chance of being heard makes sense. For a bird, an early morning session is like having the perfect acoustic (声学的) environment for their performance.
24. Why do birds sing in the early morning according to the Woodland Trust?
A. To find food for their kids. B. To interact with birds that are far away.
C. To enjoy the cooler weather. D. To attract mates and defend territory.
25. How is paragraph 3 developed?
A. By describing events. B. By providing examples.
C. By giving possible reasons. D. By making a comparison.
26. What makes early morning the best time for birds to sing?
A. Better sound quality in the air. B. Fewer dangers around.
C. Greater distance of voice traveling. D. Higher energy levels after rest.
27. What can be a suitable title for the text?
A. Bird Songs: The Role in Attracting Mates
B. The Benefits of Early Morning Singing for Birds
C. The Impact of Atmospheric Conditions on Bird Songs
D. The Dawn Chorus: Why Birds Sing in the Early Morning
C
One after another, injured koalas with burned paws and singed fur were carried into the rescue center. Suffering from severe dehydration and fear, they received urgent care from dedicated staff who bandaged their wounds, swaddled them gently, and placed them in baskets equipped with a familiar comfort: eucalyptus (桉树) leaves.
This heartbreaking scene became frequent as catastrophic wildfires which have consumed millions of acres in Australia, forced the rescue of dozens of koalas from burning trees and ash-covered ground. The plight of the koala, an iconic Australian symbol, has raised serious concerns among conservationists and scientists. They are questioning how to protect biodiversity in a country already experiencing intense fires, extreme heat, and water shortage — a nation that already has one of the highest rates of species extinction in the world.
Although koalas have adapted to coexist with periodic wildfires, they now face threats on an unprecedented (史无前例的) scale. These challenges stem not only from climate change but also from extensive human development. The rise of urban areas and agriculture has split the koalas’ natural habitats, isolating populations and reducing their ability to survive disasters. In some regions, koala numbers have dropped by as much as 80%, though accurate counts across the vast continent remain difficult to obtain.
“The fires are a tragedy for our wildlife,” said Cheyne Flanagan, clinical director of the Koala Hospital, the only facility of its kind globally. “We have these unique animals that exist nowhere else on Earth, and we are failing to protect them. This should serve as a massive wake-up call for everyone.”
The situation underscores the urgent need for coordinated conservation efforts. It is clear that without significant intervention, the future of this beloved species remains uncertain. The loss of the koala would not only be an ecological disaster but also a cultural tragedy for Australia and the world.
28. What does the underlined word “plight” in Paragraph 2 probably mean?
A. Tough situation. B. Special habit. C. Cute appearance. D. Polluted environment.
29. Why are koalas now facing more serious threats than before?
A. The Australian government ignores their survival.
B. Climate change and human development bring risks.
C. Conservationists have no effective protection measures.
D. Their main food (eucalyptus. leaves) has sharply decreased.
30. What can we learn about the Koala Hospital from Cheyne Flanagan’s statement?
A. It is the world’s only koala-specialized medical facility.
B. It is facing great financial pressure in rescuing injured koalas.
C. It plans to expand its scale to better protect koalas in the future.
D. It has successfully saved most of the koalas injured in wildfires.
31. What is the main idea of the passage?
A. Impact of Australian wildfires on biodiversity.
B. Rescue of injured koalas after Australian wildfires.
C. Koalas’ severe threats and urgent need for conservation.
D. The living habits of koalas and their dependence on eucalyptus leaves.
D
How do you beat the summer heat? If you’re like most people, you turn the air conditioning on when it’s the hottest time of the day. But what if you could use nonpeak (非高峰的) electrical hours and store the cold to use the next day? This idea has become a reality for a New York City high-rise that’s being cooled by ice.
Eleven Madison, a skyscraper in the heart of Manhattan, is using cool, frozen ice overnight to cool the building, reported CBS News. Four stories below ground, an ice battery system freezes water during the night, when electrical use is low, and uses this ice to cool the building during the day. “There’s about 500,000 pounds of ice created every night,” said Holly Paper, president of Trane Technologies, a company that did the installation (装置).
Air conditioning uses nearly 20% of energy use in homes and businesses globally. However, on extremely hot days, that number can jump to 70%. Installations like the one in Eleven Madison help to lower that. According to Paeper, the company has installed the technology in about 4,000 sites worldwide.
The system in the basement of Eleven Madison uses 100 tanks that are each the size of a parking spot. Because there’s a lot of energy consumed in freezing water, a more effective way had to be found. “We take water, and add some other elements in it,” explained Dr. Patrick Shamberger, an associate professor at Texas A&. M. “So we can take control of that temperature basically anywhere we want it, in the zero to 20°C range.”
While ice batteries aren’t being used to cool food or to power electrical devices, they’re being used to cool buildings. For now, combining ice batteries with other types of energy storage from renewables can help the power grid (电网) to keep up in hot weather as well as lower the cost of electricity. It’s a win-win for all.
32. What is the main purpose of the ice battery system?
A. To generate daytime electricity. B. To freeze water at night.
C. To store cold for daytime cooling. D. To replace all air conditioners.
33. What does the author want to stress in paragraph 3?
A. The necessity of ice batteries. B. The influence of the technology.
C. The features of the high-rise. D. The significance of air conditioning.
34. What can be inferred about ice batteries according to the text?
A. They are cheap to install. B. They are energy-saving.
C. They are extremely harmful. D. They are used to cool food.
35. What can be a suitable title for the text?
A. Process of Ice Battery Production B. Power-hungry Air Conditioning
C. Advantages of Storing Electricity D. A Creative System for Cooling
第二节(共5小题:每小题2.5分, 满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文, 从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
When we think about managing weight, our minds often leap to diets, exercise, and counting calories. But what if the secret to sustainable weight management isn’t in your fridge or your gym membership, but in your mind? ____36____.
Emotional Eating
Emotional eating happens when we use food to deal with feelings rather than to satisfy physical hunger. ____37____. The act of eating provides brief relief, but it often leads to guilt and regret afterward, setting off a cycle of emotional highs and lows tied to food.
Mindless Eating
Mindless eating is to eat without awareness or intention. It often happens while watching TV looking through your phone, or even while socializing. ____38____. Mindless eating bypasses our internal cues for hunger and fullness. Over time, this can lead to weight gain without any clear cause.
Social Influences
____39____. Studies show that people tend to mirror the eating habits of those around them. If your social circle values fast food or frequent snacking it becomes harder to break those patterns. Choosing your influences carefully and surrounding yourself with people who support your health goals can make a major difference.
Self-compassion (自我同情)
Diet culture often promotes harshness (严厉) — punishment for mistakes and self-criticism for imperfection. But research shows that self-compassion leads to better emotional regulation and healthier habits. It means approaching your journey with kindness, patience, and understanding. ____40____. It nurtures a healthier, more sustainable relationship with food, your body and yourself.
A. Stress, boredom and even happiness can all cause it
B. What we believe about ourselves shapes our behaviors
C. Let’s dive into some factors behind our eating behavior
D. Your surrounding environment greatly affects your eating
E. You eat because the food is there, not because you need it
F. Media and societal standards often increase these insecurities
G. It allows you to learn from mistakes instead of being punished
第三部分 语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节 完形填空(每小题1分,共15分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项
As a kid, I loved mud (泥) piles and sandcastles. However, at 53, playing in dirt felt ____41____ — let alone mud. Six months earlier, my gym trainer invited me to the Mud Girl Run, a women’s 5-kilometer race for cancer research. I didn’t ____42____ it. Though she kept asking me, I kept making ____43____ to say no until a party. When asked to share new challenges, I____44____ promised to take part in the race, hoping all my friends helped keep me on ____45____without giving up.
I began ____46____ by watching some videos of the race. The choice to overcome the challenge ____47____ my anxiety, but I decided to try my best. Race day arrived, and I woke early to find my family ready to ____48____ me — They held banners (横幅) with “Go for it”.
At the ____49____, a new unfamiliar excitement washed over me. I took a deep breath, promising to try every barrier (障碍) with no ____50____ — this was supposed to be a “one and done (一次性的)” wish list item. I _____51_____ all challenges, smiling despite being covered in mud. Teammates, strangers, and I supported each other, building a powerful sense of ____52____.
That “one and done” idea disappeared. Conquering (征服) the race wasn’t just about ____53____ it — it was about finding joy in stepping outside my ____54____. Mud, challenges, and people’s support changed my mindset. Now, I’m seeking more ____55____— my shoes are already dirty, and I’ ve learned growth grows well when we dare to say “yes” to the unexpected.
41. A. unthinkable B. imperfect C. unprofessional D. incorrect
42. A. refuse B. question C. accept D. introduce
43. A. requests B. wishes C. promises D. excuses
44. A. secretly B. publicly C. nervously D. naturally
45. A. schedule B. track C. guard D. list
46. A. waiting B. picturing C. preparing D. reviewing
47. A. increased B. managed C. expressed D. hid
48. A. change B. stop C. guide D. cheer
49. A. race B. party C. test D. training
50. A. comments B. regrets C. encouragements D. challenges
51. A. wrote down B. gave up C. focused on D. got over
52. A. direction B. humour C. community D. safety
53. A. finishing B. beginning C. sharing D. designing
54. A. rock bottom B. top secret C. common practice D. comfort zone
55. A. jobs B. events C. models D. goals
第二节 语法填空(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Some 4, 000 years ago, the Liangzhu culture, known for its sophisticated city of canals ____56____ (call) “China’s Venice of the Stone Age,” suddenly disappeared. Historians debated whether war, disease, or starvation caused its collapse, but recent research points to climate change ____57____ a key factor.
Located near the East China Sea, Liangzhu ____58____ (be) home to an advanced Stone Age civilization for about 1,000 years, supporting an active agricultural system through its canals. Liangzhu City was listed as ____59____ UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2019.
Researchers from the University of Innsbruck had long sought to explain ____60____ Liangzhu was abandoned, and the discovery of a thin layer of clay on the ruins suggested a possible connection between the ends of the advanced civilization ____61____ floods of the Yangtze River or floods from the East China Sea. However, no clear conclusions on the cause were possible from the mud layer ____62____ (it).
A breakthrough came when scientists studied stalagmites (石笋) from two nearby underwater caves. As Dr. Peter Dockrill reported for Science Alert, their team discovered chemical signatures from about 4,300 years ago that showed ____63____ (extreme) high rainfall, probably caused by the ____64____ (warm) of ocean waters in the Pacific - an event known as the El Nino (厄尔尼诺).
The study notes that wet conditions lasted for several hundred years following the collapse of Liangzhu, eventually paving the way for the rise of the Xia dynasty in 2070 B.C.E. It’s celebrated _____65_____ (found), Yu the Great, introduced more extensive flood-control methods and is known as the “Tamer of the Flood.”
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节 书面表达 (满分15分)
66. 网络在我们的日常生活中发挥着重要作用,它为我们带来很多便利,同时也有危害。请你谈谈网络的利与弊,以及你对网络使用的看法。
注意:1.词数80词左右;
2.可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
The Internet
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第二节 读后续写 (满分25分)
67. 阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
When I was in middle school, my family moved to Seattle, where my parents started their new business — a small grocery store downstairs in my house. As a girl of shy and reserved nature, I had to take a fresh start to fit into the sophisticated city life.
One sunny day, my school announced an exciting event, a talent show for the local food bank. Students were encouraged to showcase their unique talents in front of the public in the city hall on National Day. A buzz of excitement filled the school as everyone began preparing for the big day. Deep down, I felt a spark of curiosity and a desire to participate. However, my self-doubt held me back, “I don’t have any special skills to share.”
Days turned into weeks, and the talent show drew closer. I couldn’t shake the upsetting feeling until one day Emma, one of the most popular girls in my class, came to me while I was helping in the grocery store after class. “How about singing together in the talent show?” she grinned. “I heard you singing a tune, along the way back home. I can’t help following you here.” Dear, I couldn’t believe my ears. Emma, with personality and popularity, acknowledged my little talent. Since Emma had the world’s prettiest voice, I felt like being favoured by fortune.
“You two? The talent show for the food bank?” My mum bent towards us and her face lit up. “Why not practise right now upstairs? I bet you’ll be a perfect match.” Winking at us she seemed to know we were thinking alike.
Emma and I embarked on rehearsing almost every single day after school. We brainstormed, exchanged ideas and rehearsed the scene. As the days rolled by, I was feeling pretty good about our act. But the day before the performance, Emma called saying that she had an acute stomachache and was not in any shape to perform.
注意:
1. 续写词数应为150左右;
2. 续写部分分为两段,每段开头语已为你写好。
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I was completely knocked out by the news.
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Paragraph 2:
Finally came the big moment.
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