北京市海淀区2025-2026学年高三上学期期末英语试题

海淀区2025～2026学年第一学期期末练习高三英语

2026.01

本试卷共8页，100分。考试时长90分钟。考生务必将答案答在答题纸上，在试卷上作答无效。考试结束后，将本试卷和答题纸一并交回。

第一部分  知识运用(共两节，30分)

第一节(共10小题;每小题1.5分，共15分)

阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题纸上将该项涂黑。

Everyone loves giving advice, always ready to share their wisdom — but not every piece of advice actually helps. The worst I’ve ever been offered is “just be yourself”.

It happened on the morning of my English presentation on Of Mice and Men. I was nervous, but ___1___. I had practised for hours and printed my notecards. But just minutes before I began, my friend Sam leaned over and said, “Don’t stress. Just be yourself.”

“Be myself?” My nerves instantly went on edge, “Which ___2___? The awkward, overthinking one that makes weird jokes under pressure, or the one that repeatedly says ‘thank you’ no matter what?” There was no time to negotiate with my ___3___ personalities. My name was called. I stood up, took a deep breath, and decided to ___4___ Sam’s advice.

___5___ I’d “speak from the heart,” I abandoned the notecards. Bad move.

The first sentence came out fine, but the second involved ___6___ the key word “symbolism”. By the third, I quoted a motto that didn’t even exist. “Just be yourself.” I thought, as I noticed the ___7___ on the faces of audience.

By the time I sat down, I had sweated through my shirt, forgotten half my points, but gained a new ___8___ for notecards, script and structure.

I learned that “be yourself” is ___9___ good advice when your “self” is calm, prepared, and maybe has a solid outline. In high-pressure moments, it’s better to be your best self: the version that practices, plans ahead, and knows when to stick to the script. Now, when someone tells me to “just be yourself,” I smile, thank them, and ___10___ my notecards.

1. A. prepared B. pleased C. encouraged D. enlightened

2. A. stage B. level C. version D. class

3. A. flexible B. multiple C. charming D. strong

4. A. take B. confirm C. seek D. ignore

5. A. Pretending B. Admitting C. Figuring D. Recalling

6. A. defining B. discussing C. highlighting D. forgetting

7. A. concern B. confusion C. contentment D. curiosity

8. A. requirement B. replacement C. application D. appreciation

9. A. only B. always C. even D. still

10. A. set aside B. pull out C. take away D. bring back

第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分，共15分)

A

阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写1个恰当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。

Second-hand products have become popular in recent years. Many shoppers have noticed a rise in second-hand stores, which offer an increasingly diverse range of products. ____11____ drives young people to visit these stores today is simple. Price remains the primary consideration for many consumers. People can find well-maintained products at relatively ____12____ (afford) prices. Environmental consciousness also influences young consumers’ purchasing decisions. Some buyers say besides saving money, purchasing pre-owned goods also ____13____ (prevent) resource waste.

B

阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写1个恰当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。

In the early winter of southern Hubei, more than a dozen Belt and Road media representatives from different countries arrived in Chibi — an ancient city ____14____ heritage includes both the battlefield memories of the Three Kingdoms and the enduring legacy of tea. Following the historic tracks of the Tea Road, they explored the thousand-year-old relics ____15____ (preserve) from the Three Kingdoms battlefield. Through immersive experiences, they uncovered the timeless stories of Qingzhuan Tea, ____16____ (learn) how Chinese-style modernization encourages cultural exchange and mutual understanding among people.

C

阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写1个恰当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。

Logic is the study of what counts as a good reason for what, and why. It is one of the most ancient intellectual disciplines. The only ____17____(old) disciplines are philosophy and mathematics, with which it has always been intimately connected. It ____18____(revolutionize) around the turn of 20th century by the application of new mathematical techniques. Most recently, over the last fifty years, logic ____19____(find) new and important roles in computation and information processing. It is thus a subject that is central ____20____ human thought and development.

第二部分  阅读理解(共两节，38分)

第一节(共14小题;每小题2分，共28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，并在答题纸上将该项涂黑。

A

Gear up for Bike to School Day 2026 — a meaningful initiative that brings families together to reimagine the daily commute as a way to connect, stay healthy, and care for the environment. Whether you’re an experienced cyclist or new to two-wheeled travel, this annual event goes beyond fun: it’s a purposeful effort to add joy and responsibility to kids’ routines, while building a commitment to planetary health.

What Is Bike to School Day?

Bike to School Day is a nationwide movement that encourages schools, families, and communities to prioritize active, non-motorized travel for kids. From cities to small towns, participating schools work toward nurturing physical health in children while easing traffic jams and cutting down on pollution from school-run cars. Beyond fresh air and exercise, this event helps people adopt a more mindful approach to daily travel, letting participants play a role in a culture focused on sustainability and public health.

Key Details for the Day

When: February 7 — following regular school schedules while offering a refreshing break from routine.

Where: Your local school; many group rides are organized from set meeting points — check with your school or ride leader for specifics.

What to bring: A well-kept bike, a properly fitted helmet (required for safety), a lock, and snacks or water to stay energized.

T-shirts: All registered attendees get an exclusive branded T-shirt — not just a keepsake, but a visible sign of your commitment to redefining the school commute as a community experience.

How and Why