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西城区2025至2026学年度第一学期高三英语期末考试听力测试。第一节听下面5段对话，每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的ABC3个选项中选出一个最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你将有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题，每段对话仅读一遍。Are you going to be a teacher after . graduation? Of course, i've been dreaming about IT for years. How about you? I'm not sure my father wants me to be a translator. but don't you think it's tiring to do the translation all day long? Do you like listening to classical songs? Not very much. I'm a big fan of rock music. I love going to concerts and listening to my favorite bands. Can you help me? I can't find my key anywhere. Let me turn on the light first. You can't find anything . in the dark. or now we can open the door. Hello, i'm calling from room three o five. The air conditioner is not working and it's getting too hot in here. I apologize for the inconvenience. I will send someone up to fix IT right away. Did you watch the game . last night? Unfortunately I didn't. What's the outcome? IT was a really close game, but the later pulled IT off in the final moments. That's great news. They've been . doing really well this season. 第二节听下面几段材料，每段材料后有几个小题，从题中所给的ABC3个选项中选出一个最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段材料前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟。听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间，每段材料读两遍。听下面一段对话，回答第六至第83个小题。现在你有15秒钟的时间阅读这三个小题。Mike, you sound a little down. Well, I was supposed to decide my major today. dad, and I thought you decided . to study out. Yeah, I had. But now i'm wondering if I should study something more practical like business, then i'd be sure to get a good job after I graduate. I suppose that's true. And if I study business, I can start my own business someday. I'm glad you're thinking ahead, honey. But you know, as an artist, you'd really enjoy your work and you may have a more relaxed lifestyle. Working for a company could be stressed, true. but you know, I really like the idea, starting my own business, maybe something to do with my arts. Mike, you sound a little down. Well. I was supposed to decide my major today . that and I thought i'd decided . to study out. Yeah, I had. But now i'm wondering if I should study something more practical like business, then i'd be sure to get a good job after I graduate. I suppose that's true. And if I study business, I can start my own business someday. I'm glad you're thinking ahead, honey. But you know, as an artist, you d really enjoy and you may have a more relaxed lifestyle. Working for a company could be stressful. true, but you know, I really like the idea, starting my own business, maybe something to do with my arts. 听下面一段对话，回答第九至第11 3个小题。现在你有15秒钟的时间阅读这三个小题。So what's your plan for this . weekend? I just want to stay at home. How about going to a concert? Sorry, i've been tired these days. I just want to have a good rest. But I . think going to a concert is a Better way to relax yourself. You're probably right. Maybe we should go out to eat first. Yeah, I think so. I know . pizza been your favorite. Let's meet at spring pizer house. I heard they just came out with a new pizza. A really, I haven't been there for a long time. When shall we meet? Well, the concept is at two thirty PM and four thirty PM. Why don't we go to the two thirty . pm show? No problem. We can meet at spring pizza house at eleven thirty AM. perfect. If so, we can have plenty of time to enjoy our披萨。So what's your plan for this . weekend? I just want to stay at home. How about going to a . concert? Sorry, i've been tired these days. I just want to have a good rest. But I think going to a concert is a Better way to relax yourself. You're probably right. Maybe we should go out to eat first. Yeah, I think so. I know pizza been your favorite. Let's meet at spring pizon house. I heard they just came out with a new pizza. really. I haven't been there for a long time. When shall we meet? Well, the concert is at two thirty PM and four thirty PM. Why don't we go to the two thirty PM show? No problem. We can meet at spring pizza house at eleven thirty AM. perfect. If so, we can have plenty of time to enjoy our pizza. 听下面一段独白，回答第12至第15 4个小题。现在你有20秒钟的时间阅读这四个小题。Good morning, and welcome to our school. We're very honor to have you here as our guests today. We hope you enjoy your time with us and get a good understanding of what our school is all about. As you walk around the school, you'll see students from different classes participating in a variety of activities. Our school is proud to offer a range of programs to meet the needs and interests of all our students. From sports teams to music clubs, we have something for everyone. In addition to our academic programs, our school also has special causes. We also places strong emphasis on community involvement and encourage students to take an active role in the local community. During your visit, please don't hesitate to ask any questions you may have. We're here to help, and we want you to feel welcome and comfortable. Thank you again for choosing to visit our school, and we hope to see you again soon. Good morning, and welcome to our school. We are very honor to have you here as our guests today. We hope you'll enjoy your time with us and get a good understanding of what our school is all about. As you walk around the school, you'll see students from different classes participating in a variety of activities. Our school is proud to offer a range of programs to meet the needs and interests of all lower students. From sports teams to music clubs. We have something for everyone. In addition to our academic programs, our school also has special courses. We also play a strong emphasis on community involvement and encourage students to take an active role in the local community. During your visit, please don't hesitate to ask any questions you may have. We are here to help, and we want you to feel welcome and comfortable. Thank you again for choosing to visit our school, and we hope to see you again soon. 听力考试全部结束。 2025～2026学年度第一学期_______学校学业质量期末监测 高三英语试卷 本试卷由第Ⅰ卷（听力）、第Ⅱ卷（选择题）和第Ⅲ卷（非选择题）组成，共150分，考试用时120分钟。 第I卷 第一部分：听力（共两节，满分20分） 第一节（共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分） 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出一个最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你将有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。 1. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What does the man’s father want him to become? A. A language student. B. A teacher. C. A translator. 【答案】C 【解析】 【原文】M: Are you going to be a teacher after graduation? W: Of course, I’ve been dreaming about it for years. How about you? M: I’m not sure. My father wants me to be a translator. W: But don’t you think it’s tiring to do the translation all day long. 2. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What is the man’s favorite type of music? A. Jazz. B. Rock. C. Classical. 【答案】B 【解析】 【原文】W: Do you like listening to classical songs? M: Not very much. I’m a big fan of rock music. I love going to concerts and listening to my favourite bands. 3. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What are the speakers doing? A. Looking for the key. B. Fixing the door. C. Turning on the light. 【答案】A 【解析】 【原文】M: Can you help me? I can’t find my key anywhere. W: Let me turn on the light first. You can’t find anything in the dark. M: Oh, here it is. W: Now we can open the door. 4. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 Why is the man calling? A. To order food. B. To report a problem. C. To make an apology. 【答案】B 【解析】 【原文】M: Hello, I’m calling from room 305. The air conditioner is not working, and it’s getting too hot in here. W: I apologize for the inconvenience. I will send someone up to fix it right away. 5. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What is the woman’s opinion of the Lakers? A. She doesn’t like the team at all. B. She thinks they are doing well this season. C. She thinks they are an average team. 【答案】B 【解析】 【原文】M: Did you watch the game last night? W: Unfortunately, I didn’t. What’s the outcome? M: It was a really close game, but the Lakers pulled it off in the final moments. W: That’s great news. They’ve been doing really well this season. 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 听下面3段材料。每段材料后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出一个最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段材料前，你将有时间阅读每个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段材料读两遍。 听下面一段对话，回答下列小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 6. What is the relationship between the speakers? A. Classmates. B. Mother and son. C. Teacher and student. 7. Why does the man want to study business? A. He is interested in it. B. His father wishes him to do so. C. He wants to get a good job. 8. What does the woman think of working for a company? A. Promising. B. Stressful. C. Enjoyable. 【答案】6. B 7. C 8. B 【解析】 【原文】W: Mike, you sound a little down. M: Well, I was supposed to decide my major today. W: Dad and I thought you decided to study hard. M: Yeah, I had but now I'm wondering if I should study something more practical like business. Then I'd be sure to get a good job after I graduate. W: I suppose that's true. M: And if I study business I can start my own business someday. W: I'm glad you're thinking ahead honey, but you know as an artist you'd really enjoy your work. And you may have a more relaxed lifestyle. Working for a company could be stressful. M: True, but you know I really like the idea of starting my own business. Maybe something to do with my art. 听下面一段对话，回答下列小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 9. What does the woman plan to do at first? A. Stay at home. B. Eat out. C. Go to a concert. 10. When will the two speakers meet? A. At 11:30 am. B. At 2:30 pm. C. At 4:30 pm. 11. What is the man trying to do? A. To introduce a new pizza to the woman. B. To remind the woman to relax herself. C. To invite the woman to go to a concert. 【答案】9. A 10. A 11. C 【解析】 【原文】M: So, what’s your plan for this weekend? W: I just want to stay at home. M: How about going to a concert? W: Sorry, I’ve been tired these days. I just want to have a good rest. M: But I think going to a concert is a better way to relax yourself. W: You’re probably right. M: Maybe we should go out to eat first. W: Yeah. I think so. M: I know pizza’s been your favorite. Let’s meet at Spring Pizza House. I heard they just came out with a new pizza. W: Really? I haven’t been there for a long time. When shall we meet? M: Well, the concert is at two thirty PM and four thirty PM. W: Why don’t we go to the two thirty PM show? M: No problem. We can meet at spring pizza house at eleven thirty am. W: Perfect. If so we can have plenty of time to enjoy our pizza. 听下面一段独白，回答下列小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 12. What is the purpose of the speech? A. To advertise the school’s academic programs. B. To encourage community involvement. C. To introduce the school to foreign guests. 13. What CAN’T students do in the school? A. Participating in various activities. B. Taking Different academic programs. C Skipping school’s courses and homework. 14. What is the school’s special course? A. Participating in community events. B. Joining sports teams. C. Attending music clubs. 15. What should visitors do if they have any questions? A. Keep them to themselves. B. Ask the speaker. C. Wait until the end of the tour to ask. 【答案】12. C 13. C 14. A 15. B 【解析】 【原文】Good morning and welcome to our school. We're very honored to have you here as our guests today. We hope you'll enjoy your time with us and get a good understanding of what our school is all about. As you walk around the school you'll see students from different classes participating in a variety of activities. Our school is proud to offer a range of programs to meet the needs and interests of all our students. From sports teams to music clubs we have something for everyone. In addition to our academic programs our school also has special courses we also place a strong emphasis on community involvement and encourage students to take an active role in the local community. During your visit please don't hesitate to ask any questions you may have. We're here to help and we want you to feel welcome and comfortable. Thank you again for choosing to visit our school and we hope to see you again soon. 第II卷 第二部分：英语知识运用（共两节，满分45分） 第一节：单项填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 从A、B、C、D 四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 16. —The weather looks perfect for a picnic tomorrow. Would you like to join us? —________. I’ll bring some snacks. A. You bet B. I’m afraid not C. Not a chance D. It depends 【答案】A 【解析】 【详解】考查情景交际。句意：——明天的天气非常适合野餐。你愿意和我们一起去吗？——当然。我会带些零食来。A. You bet当然（表示支持或同意）；B. I’m afraid not恐怕不行；C. Not a chance毫无可能；D. It depends这得看情况而定。根据后文“I’ll bring some snacks.”可知，同意了对方的提议，故选A。 17. You ________ have wasted so much time on social media, as your assignment was due today. A. must B. should C. shouldn’t D. mightn’t 【答案】C 【解析】 【详解】考查情态动词。句意：你本不应该在社交媒体上花费这么多时间的，因为你的作业今天就要交了。根据句中的your assignment was due today可知，因为作业今天要交(已知事实)，所以“浪费时间在社交媒体上”是一个错误的行为，说话者用“shouldn’t have wasted (本不应该浪费……)”表达对这个行为的责备和遗憾，符合情态动词虚拟语气的用法。故选C项。 18. —Do you think it’s too late for me to start learning a musical instrument? —Not at all. ________. I always say! A. Practice makes perfect B. Too good to be true C. So far so good D. Better late than never 【答案】D 【解析】 【详解】考查习语辨析。句意：——你觉得我现在开始学习一种乐器是不是太晚了？——一点也不晚。晚做总比不做好。我总是这么说！A. Practice makes perfect熟能生巧；B. Too good to be true好的令人难以置信；C. So far so good到现在为止，一直都还不错；D. Better late than never晚做总比不做好。根据上文“Not at all.”可知，后者认为不晚，晚做总比不做好。故选D。 19. I prefer the coffee from this café to ________ across the street, as it tastes fresher. A. one B. that C. it D. this 【答案】B 【解析】 【详解】考查代词。句意：比起街对面那家咖啡馆的咖啡，我更喜欢这家咖啡馆的咖啡，因为它的味道更清新。A. one一个：指代可数名词单数，但通常用于泛指同类事物中的一个，而本题中“across the street”明确特指“街对面那家咖啡馆的咖啡”，属于特指，因此排除A项； B. that那个：常指代上文提到的同类不同物的特指事物；C. it它：指代前文提到的同一个事物，但本题中比较的是“这家咖啡馆的咖啡”和“街对面咖啡馆的咖啡”，是同类不同物，因此排除C项；D. this指代近处的事物，常用来指代前文提到的单数名词，但在比较结构中，指代同类不同物的特指事物时，that更正式、规范，因此排除D项。故选B项。 20. The students realized they had misunderstood the teacher’s instructions. ________, they decided to redo the experiment. A. However B. Moreover C. Therefore D. Otherwise 【答案】C 【解析】 【详解】考查副词词义辨析。句意：学生们意识到他们误解了老师的指示。因此，他们决定重新做这个实验。A. However然而；B. Moreover此外；C. Therefore因此；D. Otherwise否则。分析句子可知，前半句“学生们意识到自己误解了老师的指令”是原因，后半句“他们决定重做实验”是结果，空格处需要填入表因果关系的副词。副词Therefore表因果，意为“因此、所以”，精准衔接“误解指令”和“重做实验”的因果关系，符合题意。故选C项。 21. The ancient bridge that ________ will be reopened to the public next month, and the repairs are nearly done. A. is being repaired B. is repaired C. is repairing D. repairs 【答案】A 【解析】 【详解】考查动词语态。句意：正在修缮的那座古桥下个月将重新向公众开放，而且修缮工作已接近完成。本空为that引导的定语从句的谓语，从句描述正在发生的事情，时态用现在进行时，主语that指代The ancient bridge与动词repair“修缮”为被动关系，用现在进行时的被动语态，谓语用is being repaired。故选A。 22. ________ with excitement, the children ran toward the amusement park as soon as the gates were opened. A. Filling B. Filled C. To fill D. Having filled 【答案】B 【解析】 【详解】考查非谓语动词。句意：孩子们满心激动，一看到大门开启便冲向了游乐园。固定短语be filled with表示“充满”，省略be动词，使用过去分词，作状语。故选B。 23. The company doesn’t have to reduce employee benefits ________ the cost of production. A. lowering B. to lower C. being lowered D. to be lowered 【答案】B 【解析】 【详解】考查非谓语动词。句意：这家公司不必为了降低生产成本而削减员工福利。句中已有谓语动词doesn’t have to reduce，空处应用非谓语动词，表目的，应用不定式。故选B。 24. You should always speak politely, ________ you are talking to your friends or strangers. A. unless B. once C. because D. whether 【答案】D 【解析】 【详解】考查连接词词义辨析。句意：无论是在与朋友交谈还是与陌生人交流时，你都应该保持礼貌用语。A. unless除非；B. once一旦；C. because因为；D. whether是否。分析句子可知，句子需要表达“无论你在和朋友还是陌生人说话，都应该礼貌用语”的含义，核心结构是whether...or...，这是英语中表示“无论…… 还是……”的固定搭配，用于引导让步状语从句，涵盖两种对立或并列的情况。故选D项。 25. After losing the final match, the team decided to _________ and focus on preparing for next season. A. give in B. break down C. move on D. hold back 【答案】C 【解析】 【详解】考查动词短语辨析。句意：在输掉决赛之后，这支队伍决定继续前进，集中精力为下个赛季做准备。A. give in屈服；B. break down出故障；C. move on前进；D. hold back阻止。根据后文“focus on preparing for next season”可知，这支队伍决定继续前进，集中精力为下个赛季做准备。故选C。 26. The scientist refused to reveal ________ he had discovered in the lab, claiming it was too early to announce. A. what B. that C. which D. whichever 【答案】A 【解析】 【详解】查宾语从句连接词。句意：这位科学家拒绝透露他在实验室里发现了什么，声称现在宣布还为时过早。“_______ he had discovered in the lab”是宾语从句，连接词在从句中作discovered的宾语，表示“发现的东西”，所以用what。故选A项。 27. The workers were informed that the road closure would be ________ and last for only two weeks. A. permanent B. occasional C. frequent D. temporary 【答案】D 【解析】 【详解】考查形容词词义辨析。句意：工人们被告知道路封闭将是暂时的，并且只持续两周。A. permanent永久的；B. occasional偶然的；C. frequent频繁的；D. temporary暂时的。根据“last for only two weeks”可知，道路封闭只持续两周，所以是暂时的。故选D。 28. The artist, __________ paintings have been admired worldwide, is holding an exhibition in our city. A. that B. which C. who D. whose 【答案】D 【解析】 【详解】考查定语从句。句意：这位艺术家的画作在全世界都备受赞誉，他正在我们这座城市举办一场展览。此处引导非限制性定语从句，先行词是artist，关系词在从句作paintings的定语，应用关系代词whose引导。故选D。 29. The students _____ a creative idea for the class performance after discussing it for several hours. A. ran out of B. came up with C. put up with D. got away with 【答案】B 【解析】 【详解】考查动词短语辨析。句意：学生们经过几个小时的讨论后，为班级表演想出了一个有创意的点子。A. ran out of用完，耗尽；B. came up with想出，提出；C. put up with忍受，容忍；D. got away with侥幸逃脱。由语境可知，学生们通过讨论“想出了”一个创意，came up with符合语境。故选B项。 30. Group work, along with class discussions, ________ students learn more effectively these days. A. is helping B. are helping C. was helping D. were helping 【答案】A 【解析】 【详解】考查动词时态和主谓一致。句意：小组合作以及课堂讨论如今正帮助学生们更有效地学习。分析句子可知，主语是 Group work（小组合作），属于不可数名词短语。句中的along with class discussions（以及课堂讨论）是伴随状语，用来补充说明主语，不影响主语的单复数。遵循“就远原则”—— 谓语动词的单复数由距离它最远的核心主语决定，因此谓语动词要用单数形式。句末的时间状语 these days（如今、现在）是现在进行时的标志，用来表示当前一段时间内正在发生的动作。故选A项。 第二节：完形填空（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分） At the age of 22, Lisa decided to start her own business. Baking had always been her ____31____, and her dream was to open a small bakery. However, the journey was anything but ____32____. She encountered multiple challenges, ranging from finding a suitable location to managing her tight budget. Some people doubted her chances of success and even advised her to give up on the idea entirely. One day, Lisa found a small shop for rent in a busy neighborhood. Although the rent was higher than she could afford, she decided to take the ____33____ and borrowed money from friends and family to ____34____ the startup costs. She spent weeks getting the shop ____35____, painting the walls, setting up furniture, and ____36____ her recipes. However, just days before the grand opening, her primary baking equipment ____37____, forcing her to work late into the night to secure a replacement. At last, the bakery stood prepared to greet its first customers. On opening day, Lisa felt a mix of excitement and ____38____. She wasn’t sure if anyone would come. To her surprise, the bakery was ____39____, and her cakes were warmly praised by customers. ____40____, as days went by, fewer and fewer customers showed up. Lisa realized she needed to ____41____ to attract more customers. She experimented with new recipes, but the results were inconsistent, and she began to lose ____42____. Refusing to give up, Lisa began offering free samples to draw ____43____ and introduced a program to reward regular customers. Gradually, her bakery gained popularity. She also ____44____ social media, posting eye-catching photos of her cakes and telling her story. ____45____, She partnered with local events, creating unique cakes for parties and celebrations. Her hard work ____46____ paid off, and the bakery became a favorite spot in the neighborhood. ____47____, Lisa understood that her success wasn’t just about her baking skills. She learned that challenges could be turned into ____48____ and that with hard work, dreams could come true. Lisa’s story ____49____ others, showing that creativity and determination can help overcome difficulties — even when success seems ____50____. 31. A. skill B. career C. life D. passion 32. A. smooth B. rough C. successful D. productive 33. A. responsibility B. step C. risk D. loss 34. A. list B. cover C. manage D. affect 35. A. useful B. safe C. ready D. beautiful 36. A. publishing B. saving C. sharing D. perfecting 37. A. broke down B. heated up C. ran on D. went off 38. A. curiosity B. anxiety C. shame D. happiness 39. A. equipped B. packed C. polished D. loaded 40. A. Meanwhile B. Therefore C. However D. Moreover 41. A. take steps B. give instructions C. break rules D. raise concerns 42. A. time B. interest C. temper D. confidence 43. A. courage B. experience C. strength D. attention 44. A. tried on B. turned to C. belonged to D. focused on 45. A. Similarly B. Finally C. Additionally D. Consequently 46. A. subsequently B. eventually C. recently D. temporarily 47. A. Looking back B. Cheering up C. Calming down D. Turning around 48. A. opportunities B. failures C. advantages D. experiences 49. A. shocked B. warned C. challenged D. inspired 50. A. out of place B. out of mind C. out of reach D. out of control 【答案】31. D 32. A 33. C 34. B 35. C 36. D 37. A 38. B 39. B 40. C 41. A 42. D 43. D 44. B 45. C 46. B 47. A 48. A 49. D 50. C 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。讲述了莉萨22岁时开启创业之路，克服资金不足、设备故障、客源流失等重重困难，最终让面包店成为社区热门店铺的励志故事。 【31题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：烘焙一直是她的热爱，她的梦想是开一家小面包店。A. skill技能；B. career职业；C. life生活；D. passion热爱。根据下文“her dream was to open a small bakery”可知，烘焙是她发自内心的热爱。故选D。 【32题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：然而，这个过程一点也不顺利。A. smooth顺利的；B. rough粗糙的；C. successful成功的；D. productive多产的。根据下文“She encountered multiple challenges”可知，创业过程充满挑战，并不顺利。故选A。 【33题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：虽然租金超出了她的承受能力，但她决定冒这个风险，向亲友借钱来支付启动成本。A. responsibility责任；B. step步骤；C. risk风险；D. loss损失。根据上文“the rent was higher than she could afford”及下文“borrowed money from friends and family”可知，在租金超出承受能力的情况下借钱开店属于冒险。故选C。 【34题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：虽然租金超出了她的承受能力，但她决定冒这个风险，向亲友借钱来支付启动成本。A. list列出；B. cover支付；C. manage管理；D. affect影响。根据上文“borrowed money from friends and family”可知，借钱的目的是支付创业的启动成本。故选B。 【35题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：她花了几周时间把店铺准备好，粉刷墙壁，布置家具，并完善她的食谱。A. useful有用的；B. safe安全的；C. ready准备好的；D. beautiful美丽的。根据下文“painting the walls, setting up furniture”可知，这些行为都是为了把店铺筹备好。故选C。 【36题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：她花了几周时间把店铺准备好，粉刷墙壁，布置家具，并完善她的食谱。A. publishing出版；B. saving保存；C. sharing分享；D. perfecting完善。根据上文“painting the walls, setting up furniture”及下文“her recipes”可知，开业前除了筹备店铺，还会打磨、完善食谱。故选D。 【37题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：然而，就在开业前几天，她的主要烘焙设备出故障了。A. broke down出故障；B. heated up加热；C. ran on继续运转；D. went off离开。根据上文“her primary baking equipment”及下文“secure a replacement”可知，设备坏了需要更换。故选A。 【38题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：开业当天，莉萨感到既兴奋又焦虑。A. curiosity好奇；B. anxiety焦虑；C. shame羞愧；D. happiness幸福。根据上文“On opening day”及下文“She wasn’t sure if anyone would come.”可知，开业第一天不确定是否有人来，心里是焦虑的。故选B。 【39题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：令她惊讶的是，面包店挤满了人。A. equipped装备齐全的；B. packed挤满人的；C. polished擦亮的；D. loaded装载的。根据上文“She wasn’t sure if anyone would come.”、“To her surprise”及下文“her cakes were warmly praised by customers”可知，实际到店的顾客很多，店铺里挤满了人。故选B。 【40题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：然而，随着日子一天天过去，来的顾客越来越少。A. Meanwhile同时；B. Therefore因此；C. However然而；D. Moreover此外。根据上文“the bakery was ____, and her cakes were warmly praised by customers”及下文“fewer and fewer customers showed up”可知，开业当天客源充足，与后文顾客越来越少形成转折。故选C。 【41题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：莉萨意识到她需要采取措施来吸引更多顾客。A. take steps采取措施；B. give instructions下达指令；C. break rules打破规则；D. raise concerns表达担忧。根据上文“fewer and fewer customers showed up”可知，面对客源流失的问题，莉萨需要主动采取办法解决。故选A。 【42题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：她尝试了新食谱，但结果不稳定，她开始失去信心。A. time时间；B. interest兴趣；C. temper脾气；D. confidence信心。根据上文“She experimented with new recipes, but the results were inconsistent”可知，新食谱的效果不好，这让她对自己的创业行动失去信心。故选D。 【43题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：莉萨拒绝放弃，开始提供免费样品来吸引注意力。A. courage勇气；B. experience经验；C. strength力量；D. attention注意力。根据上文“fewer and fewer customers showed up”可知，她提供免费样品的目的是吸引顾客的关注，让更多人来店里。故选D。 【44题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：她还转向社交媒体，发布诱人的蛋糕照片并讲述自己的故事。A. tried on试穿；B. turned to转向；C. belonged to属于；D. focused on专注于。根据上文“Lisa began offering free samples”及“She also”可知，这是她继免费样品后，另一个吸引客源的方式，借助社交媒体进行宣传。故选B。 【45题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：此外，她与本地活动合作，为派对和庆典制作独特的蛋糕。A. Similarly同样地；B. Finally最终；C. Additionally此外；D. Consequently因此。根据上文“She also ____ social media”及下文“she partnered with local events”可知，这是她在社交媒体宣传之外的又一拓展举措。故选C。 【46题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：她的努力最终得到了回报，面包店成了社区里的热门之选。A. subsequently随后；B. eventually最终；C. recently最近；D. temporarily暂时。根据上文“She experimented with new recipes”、“Lisa began offering free samples”、“She also ____ social media”、“she partnered with local events”可知，经过一系列努力，她终于取得了成功。故选B。 【47题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：回顾过去，莉萨明白她的成功不仅仅在于烘焙技术。A. Looking back回顾；B. Cheering up振作起来；C. Calming down冷静下来；D. Turning around转身。根据上文“the bakery became a favorite spot in the neighborhood”及下文“Lisa understood that her success wasn’t just about her baking skills.”可知，创业成功后她回看过往的经历，有了感悟。故选A。 【48题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：她学会了挑战可以转化为机遇，只要努力，梦想就能成真。A. opportunities机遇；B. failures失败；C. advantages优势；D. experiences经历。根据上文“challenges could be turned into”可知，她将创业中的种种挑战转化成了发展的机会。故选A。 【49题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：莉萨的故事激励了他人，展现出这样的道理：即使在成功看似遥不可及的时候，创造力和决心依然可以帮助克服困难。A. shocked使震惊；B. warned警告；C. challenged挑战；D. inspired激励。根据上文“At the age of 22, Lisa decided to start her own business.”及“the bakery became a favorite spot in the neighborhood”可知，她的励志经历能激励、鼓舞他人。故选D。 【50题详解】 考查介词短语辨析。句意：莉萨的故事激励了他人，展现出这样的道理：即使在成功看似遥不可及的时候，创造力和决心依然可以帮助克服困难。A. out of place不合适；B. out of mind被遗忘；C. out of reach遥不可及；D. out of control失控。根据上文“She encountered multiple challenges, ranging from finding a suitable location to managing her tight budget.”可知，她创业初期困难重重，彼时成功看似难以实现。故选C。 第三部分：阅读理解（共20小题；每小题2.5分，满分50分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A Pacific Science Center Virtual Fieldtrips Bring the fun and excitement of a PacSci fieldtrip directly to your students! Engage them with enriching, curriculum-enhancing content designed to encourage curiosity and inspire learning. PacSci educators join your classroom live from the Curiosity Studio, guiding students through interactive sessions packed with exciting STEAM activities. Each program lasts 40 minutes, with options to adjust the duration to fit your needs. Available Programs Piece of Mind Cost: $300 Maximum Participants: 40 Best for Grades: 6-10 Description: Inspire students with the incredible power of the brain! Learn how the brain controls memory, movement, and sight through interactive activities and fun puzzles. Students will also have the rare opportunity to see a real human brain sample. Stick the Landing Cost: $500 (includes 3 sessions) Maximum Participants: 30 Best for Grades: 9-12 Description: Over three sessions, students will use the steps of the engineering design process to build a model Mars lander. Explore past and future missions to Mars while considering practical requirements and limitations. Learn how engineers and other experts work together on challenging space exploration projects. Night Sky Tonight Cost (Varies by Group Size): 1-99 participants: $250 100-199 participants: $350 200+ participants: $550 Maximum Participants: Unlimited Best for Grades: 3-12 Description: Become a backyard astronomer! Learn how Earth’s movement affects what we see in the night sky. Discover how to locate stars and even use the sky to find directions. Ecosystem Investigators Cost: $200 Maximum Participants: 50 Best for Grades: 3-8 Description: Work together to create a digital ecosystem model, exploring how living and non-living elements interact in a water-based environment. Using this knowledge, students will act as wetland scientists to examine real pond samples and study the relationships between organisms. For more details, please refer to our Program Requirements. 51. What is the purpose of the PacSci Virtual Fieldtrips? A. To allow students to conduct independent science research at home. B. To help students develop interest in learning through live interactive activities. C. To introduce the educational programs offered by the Curiosity Studio. D. To enable students to explore space missions and wetland ecosystems online. 52. What can students do in the “Stick the Landing” program? A. Learn how the brain controls memory and movement. B. Explore the connections between living and non-living things. C. Build a model Mars lander and study space missions. D. Identify stars and use the sky to find directions. 53. How much would it cost for a group of 150 students to join the “Night Sky Tonight” program? A. $250. B. $350. C. $500. D. $550. 54. Cooperation is needed in the program ________. A. Piece of Mind B. Stick the Landing C. Night Sky Tonight D. Ecosystem Investigators 55. What is a common feature of all the programs mentioned? A. They are designed for students of all ages. B. They require students to visit the Pacific Science Center. C. They include interactive activities to engage students. D. They are free of charge for educational purposes. 【答案】51. B 52. C 53. B 54. D 55. C 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇应用文。本文介绍太平洋科学中心的虚拟实地考察项目，由中心讲师直播授课，开展40分钟互动式STEAM课程，可调整时长。文章列出大脑科学、火星着陆器、夜空观测、生态系统四大项目，分别说明费用、人数、适配年级与课程内容，供学校班级选择。 【51题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段“Engage them with enriching, curriculum-enhancing content designed to encourage curiosity and inspire learning. PacSci educators join your classroom live from the Curiosity Studio, guiding students through interactive sessions packed with exciting STEAM activities.(通过富有教育意义、能丰富课程内容的材料来吸引他们，这些材料旨在激发好奇心并激励学习。太平洋科学教育工作者将从“好奇工作室”与您的课堂进行实时连线，引导学生参与充满精彩科学、技术、工程、艺术和数学活动的互动课程)”可知，“太平洋科学中心虚拟实地考察”的目的是通过生动的互动活动帮助学生培养学习兴趣。故选B。 【52题详解】 细节理解题。根据Stick the Landing部分“Over three sessions, students will use the steps of the engineering design process to build a model Mars lander. Explore past and future missions to Mars while considering practical requirements and limitations.(在三个阶段的学习中，学生们将按照工程设计流程的步骤来制作一个火星着陆器模型。他们将研究火星过去的和未来的探测任务，并同时考虑实际的需求和限制条件)”可知，在“稳稳着陆”项目中，学生们可以制作一个火星着陆器模型，并研究太空任务。故选C。 【53题详解】 细节理解题。根据Night Sky Tonight部分“100-199 participants: $350(100到199名参与者：350美元)”可知，150名学生参加“今晚的星空”项目需要花费350美元。故选B。 【54题详解】 细节理解题。根据Ecosystem Investigators部分“Work together to create a digital ecosystem model, exploring how living and non-living elements interact in a water-based environment.(共同努力构建一个数字生态系统模型，探究在以水为基础的环境中，生物元素与非生物元素是如何相互作用的)”可知，在“生态系统调查者”这个项目中，需要进行合作。故选D。 【55题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段“PacSci educators join your classroom live from the Curiosity Studio, guiding students through interactive sessions packed with exciting STEAM activities.(太平洋科学中心教育工作者将通过“好奇工作室”与您的课堂进行实时连线，引导学生们参与充满趣味的STEAM活动的互动课程)”可知，上述所有项目的一个共同特点是都包含互动性活动以吸引学生参与。故选C。 B The question, “Do animals experience time like humans?” might seem simple, but researchers have discovered surprising differences in how various species sense time. This topic challenges our understanding of how living beings interact with the world and deepens our knowledge of animal behavior. Studies show that animals experience time at different speeds depending on their size, energy use, and how they perceive their surroundings. For example, small animals like flies and hummingbirds experience time more slowly than larger animals like elephants or humans. This means a fly can notice movements that seem too fast for us, allowing it to avoid a moving hand. Similarly, hummingbirds can change direction mid-air with precision due to their faster sense of time. The idea of “time stretching” in animals is closely tied to survival. Faster time awareness helps small animals react quickly to dangers, while slower awareness in larger animals allows them to conserve energy for survival. This difference explains why a fly might see a human’s hand moving in slow motion, while we perceive it as fast. For hunters like lions, slower time awareness allows them to carefully plan their moves, increasing their chances of success. Interestingly, researchers have found that time awareness is also influenced by emotions. Humans often feel time “slows down” during exciting or stressful events, like a close sports match or a near-accident. Similarly, animals in danger may feel time slow down. This emotional connection highlights shared experiences between humans and animals, showing how survival needs shape the way time is felt. Understanding time awareness in animals has practical uses. It can help improve the design of spaces for pets or zoo animals, making them feel calmer and safer. It also gives insights into how humans might adjust their behavior when interacting with animals, such as using training methods that match their sense of time. Studying time awareness might even lead to new ideas in technology, such as creating systems that work at different speeds for various tasks, like robotics or virtual reality. Nature continues to amaze us with its complexity. The study of time awareness reminds us that every species experiences the world differently, urging us to appreciate life’s diversity. 56. What is the primary purpose of the first paragraph? A. To introduce a question that challenges existing beliefs about animals. B. To explain the similarities between human and animal behavior. C. To summarize the findings of recent research on time perception. D. To provide examples of how animals perceive time differently. 57. Why are smaller animals like flies able to detect fast movements that humans cannot? A. Because their brains are more advanced in processing speed. B. Because their perception of time is slower than that of humans. C. Because their energy demands require them to sense rapid changes. D. Because their survival depends on noticing quick shifts in their surroundings. 58. What does the phrase “time stretching” in the third paragraph most likely mean? A. Sensing time as passing more quickly. B. Feeling time slow down in specific situations. C. Varied time perception across different species. D Adapting time awareness to body size. 59. Why does the author discuss humans feeling time “slows down” during stressful events? A. To prove that humans are more emotional than animals. B. To argue that survival instincts are less significant for humans. C. To illustrate how emotions influence time perception across species. D. To show that humans and animals perceive time differently in danger. 60. What does the study of time awareness suggest about the natural world? A. It highlights the complexity and uniqueness of each species. B. It shows that humans have a superior understanding of time. C. It proves that animals rely more on instinct than humans. D. It demonstrates that survival depends on accurate time perception. 【答案】56. A 57. B 58. C 59. C 60. A 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。介绍了不同动物感知时间的方式存在差异，以及这种差异背后的生存意义和实际应用价值。 【56题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段“The question, “Do animals experience time like humans?” might seem simple, but researchers have discovered surprising differences in how various species sense time. This topic challenges our understanding of how living beings interact with the world and deepens our knowledge of animal behavior. (“动物是否像人类一样体验时间？”这个问题看似简单，但研究人员发现不同物种感知时间的方式存在惊人差异。这一主题挑战了我们对生物如何与世界互动的理解，并加深了我们对动物行为的认识)”可知，第一段的主要目的是引出一个挑战现有认知的问题。故选A。 【57题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段“For example, small animals like flies and hummingbirds experience time more slowly than larger animals like elephants or humans. This means a fly can notice movements that seem too fast for us, allowing it to avoid a moving hand. (例如，苍蝇和蜂鸟等小动物感知时间的速度比大象或人类等大型动物要慢。这意味着苍蝇能注意到对我们来说太快的动作，从而避开移动的手)”可知，苍蝇能感知人类无法察觉的快速动作，是因为它们的时间感知比人类慢。故选B。 【58题详解】 词句猜测题。根据第三段“The idea of “time stretching” in animals is closely tied to survival. Faster time awareness helps small animals react quickly to dangers, while slower awareness in larger animals allows them to conserve energy for survival. (动物中的“____”概念与生存密切相关。更快的时间感知帮助小动物快速应对危险，而大型动物较慢的感知则让它们能为生存保存能量)”可知，动物对时间的感知与其体型和生存需求相关，动物体内因生存需要而形成的一种适应机制：体型较小的动物时间感知快，便于及时避险；大型动物时间感知慢，有助于节省能量，time stretching体现了不同的动物对时间流逝具有不同的主观感知。故选C。 【59题详解】 推理判断题。根据第四段“Similarly, animals in danger may feel time slow down. This emotional connection highlights shared experiences between humans and animals, showing how survival needs shape the way time is felt. (同样，处于危险中的动物可能会感觉时间变慢。这种情感联系凸显了人类与动物之间的共同体验，表明生存需求如何塑造了时间的感知方式)”可知，作者讨论人类在压力事件中感觉时间变慢，是为了说明情绪会跨物种影响时间感知。故选C。 【60题详解】 细节理解题。根据最后一段“Nature continues to amaze us with its complexity. The study of time awareness reminds us that every species experiences the world differently, urging us to appreciate life’s diversity. (大自然的复杂性继续让我们惊叹。对时间感知的研究提醒我们，每个物种对世界的体验都不同，促使我们珍惜生命的多样性)”可知，这项研究揭示了自然界的复杂性和每个物种的独特性。故选A。 C When I was ten, my family moved to a small house on the edge of town. Behind the house was an abandoned garden, overgrown with weeds and bushes. To me, it looked like a jungle, messy and wild. My father, however, saw it differently. “This,” he said with a smile, “is where we’ll grow something beautiful.” At first, I didn’t believe him. The garden seemed hopeless. But my father handed me a pair of gloves and a small tool. “Let’s start small,” he said. With some hesitation, I followed him outside, where we spent hours pulling weeds, turning the soil, and clearing the rocks. My hands hurt, and the summer sun was very hot, but my father never complained. “Gardens,” he said, “are like people. They just need a little care to grow.” As the weeks passed, I began to see the changes. The soil became soft and rich, and we planted seeds—tiny things that looked like they could never survive. But my father was patient. Every morning, we watered the garden together, watching and waiting. Slowly, green shoots began to appear, reaching for the sky. It was magical, as if life itself were unfolding before my eyes. The garden, once lifeless, began to come alive again, and so did I. One day, a big storm rolled in. The wind roared, and the rain hit hard against the windows. I worried about the garden, but my father reassured me. “The plants are stronger than you think,” he said. The morning after the storm, I ran outside, expecting to find the garden ruined. Instead, I saw the plants standing tall, shining with drops of water. They had made it through the storm, just as my father had said. By the end of summer, the garden was full of life—bright flowers, leafy greens, and even a few tomatoes. My father and I stood together, admiring our work. “You see,” he said, “it’s not just about the garden. It’s about what you learn along the way—patience, strength, and the joy of creating something with your own hands.” Years later, I still remember that little garden. Whenever life feels difficult, I think of those tiny seeds and the way they grew, even when it seemed impossible. And I remind myself that, like the garden, I can grow too—with a little care and a lot of patience. The lessons from that summer remain with me, helping me face challenges and reminding me of the beauty in hard work. 61. What does the father’s reaction to the garden reveal about his personality? A. He tends to avoid difficult situations. B. He focuses on quick results rather than long-term effort. C. He feels doubtful about fixing the garden. D. He sees potential in challenging circumstances. 62. Why did the author hesitate to help their father at first? A. The author thought the garden was beyond saving. B. The author lacked experience in gardening. C. The author was worried about the physical effort required. D. The author preferred spending time indoors. 63. Why does the author describe the garden as “coming alive again” in Paragraph 3? A. The garden began to grow without their help. B. The author started to see signs of life in the garden. C. The garden returned to its original condition. D. The author felt discouraged by the slow progress. 64. What does the underlined word “roared” probably mean in Paragraph 4? A. Spoke in a soft voice. B. Made a loud sound. C. Moved quietly. D. Shook slightly. 65. What is the author’s key takeaway from the gardening experience? A. Nature is unpredictable and uncontrollable. B. Teamwork matters most for reaching goals. C. Success depends entirely on favorable conditions. D. Personal growth comes from consistent care and effort. 【答案】61. D 62. A 63. B 64. B 65. D 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。本文讲述作者十岁时和父亲一起改造废弃花园的经历：从最初觉得花园毫无希望，到通过耐心照料让它长满花草果蔬，再到花园经受住暴风雨的考验。作者最终领悟到，人和花园一样，在持续的付出与耐心等待中，就能实现成长，克服人生的困难。 【61题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段“When I was ten, my family moved to a small house on the edge of town. Behind the house was an abandoned garden, overgrown with weeds and bushes. To me, it looked like a jungle, messy and wild. My father, however, saw it differently. “This,” he said with a smile, “is where we’ll grow something beautiful.”(在我十岁那年，我们家搬到了镇边的一座小房子里。房子后面有一个废弃的花园，杂草丛生，长满了灌木丛。在我看来，那简直就是一个杂乱而荒凉的丛林。然而，父亲却有不同的看法。“这里，”他笑着说道，“是我们要种下美丽事物的地方。”)”可推知，父亲能在看似棘手的处境中发现潜在价值。故选D项。 【62题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段中“At first, I didn’t believe him. The garden seemed hopeless.( 起初，我不相信他的话。那个花园看起来毫无希望。)”可知，作者认为花园已经无法挽救，所以才会犹豫。故选A项。 【63题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段“As the weeks passed, I began to see the changes. The soil became soft and rich, and we planted seeds—tiny things that looked like they could never survive. But my father was patient. Every morning, we watered the garden together, watching and waiting. Slowly, green shoots began to appear, reaching for the sky. It was magical, as if life itself were unfolding before my eyes. The garden, once lifeless, began to come alive again, and so did I.( 随着日子一天天过去，我开始看到变化。土壤变得松软肥沃，我们播下了种子——那些看起来根本无法存活的小东西。但父亲很耐心。每天早上，我们都会一起给花园浇水，观察着、等待着。慢慢地，绿色的嫩芽开始出现，向上伸展着。这真是太神奇了，仿佛生命就在我的眼前展开。那个曾经毫无生机的花园又重新焕发生机了，我也一样。)”可推知，作者将花园描述为“又恢复了生机”是因为作者开始在花园中看到了生机的迹象。故选B项。 【64题详解】 词句猜测题。根据划线单词句中“The wind…, and the rain hit hard against the windows.( 狂风……，雨水猛烈地拍打着窗户。)”可知，该词描述暴风雨中的风，后文提到“雨点猛烈地打在窗户上”，说明暴风雨的威力很大。因此“roared”在这里指风发出巨大的声响。B选项Made a loud sound.“发出响亮的声音”。符合语境。故选B项。 【65题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段中“And I remind myself that, like the garden, I can grow too—with a little care and a lot of patience. The lessons from that summer remain with me, helping me face challenges and reminding me of the beauty in hard work.( 我也会提醒自己，就像花园一样，我也能够成长——只要有一点点的细心照料和大量的耐心。那个夏天的教训一直伴随着我，帮助我面对挑战，并提醒我努力工作中的美好之处。)”可推知，作者从这次园艺经历中得出的主要启示是个人成长源于持续的照料和努力。故选D项。 D One afternoon, a young scientist sat looking out of his office window, lost in thought. His colleagues might have thought he was wasting time, but during that moment, he imagined a man falling freely in space. That simple thought experiment later helped Albert Einstein create his famous theory of general relativity. This story raises an interesting question: is daydreaming truly a waste of time, or could it be a hidden source of creativity and innovation? Daydreaming is often seen in a negative light. It is commonly linked to laziness or a lack of focus. Parents and teachers frequently urge students to “stop daydreaming” and pay attention, believing that wandering thoughts take away from productivity. After all, how can someone achieve their goals if their mind keeps floating away from the task at hand? However, recent studies suggest that daydreaming may have a deeper purpose. When the brain is not focused on a specific task, it begins connecting ideas, imagining future possibilities, and solving complex problems. Many creative breakthroughs — like Einstein’s — have come from moments of mental wandering. Similarly, artists and writers often say their best ideas come when they are walking, showering, or simply letting their minds relax. Interestingly, daydreaming also helps people manage their emotions. It allows them to think over past experiences, deal with unresolved feelings, and mentally prepare for future events. This process can reduce stress and improve decision-making, as it gives the mind time to sort through thoughts in a calm and unpressured way. Still, not all daydreaming is helpful. There is a fine line between useful reflection and meaningless distraction. For example, students who daydream too much during class may miss important information, which can lead to gaps in learning. On the other hand, short moments of daydreaming can bring fresh ideas and help solve problems that seem impossible when approached directly. This double-sided nature of daydreaming leads to an important question: should we try to control it or let it happen naturally? Some believe that setting aside time for reflection such as taking breaks, can turn daydreaming into something productive. Others argue that its unpredictability is what makes it so valuable. Whether daydreaming is a waste of time or a hidden source of inspiration depends on how we use it. Like any tool, it can be powerful when used wisely — but it can also become a problem if left unchecked. The challenge lies in using it in a way that benefits us. 66. Why does the author mention Einstein’s thought experiment in the introduction? A. To argue that imagination is more important than intelligence. B. To highlight the connection between daydreaming and creativity. C. To emphasize the importance of solving scientific problems. D. To show that daydreaming is common among scientists. 67. What is the common belief about daydreaming mentioned in Paragraph 2? A. It is seen as lazy and distracting. B. It helps develop problem-solving skills. C. It improves concentration and attention. D. It encourages creative thinking in students. 68. What is one of the benefits of daydreaming according to Paragraph 4? A. It allows people to escape from reality. B. It encourages people to focus on their immediate tasks. C. It prevents people from making poor decisions. D. It helps people process emotions and prepare for future events. 69. What can be inferred about the negative effects of daydreaming from Paragraph 5? A. Daydreaming always leads to negative outcomes. B. Daydreaming should be avoided in educational settings. C. Daydreaming can reduce focus when done excessively. D. Daydreaming is less effective than other mental activities. 70. What is the author’s main point about daydreaming? A. It is a waste of time unless carefully controlled. B. It is the most important factor in creative success. C. It is a skill that only certain people can develop. D. It has both good and bad sides naturally. 【答案】66. B 67. A 68. D 69. C 70. D 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。本文以爱因斯坦的事例引入，辩证探讨白日梦的利弊：它常被视为懒惰、分心的表现，但其实能激发创造力、帮助管理情绪；不过过度的白日梦会影响效率。作者最终指出，白日梦的价值取决于人们如何合理利用它。 【66题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段“One afternoon, a young scientist sat looking out of his office window, lost in thought. His colleagues might have thought he was wasting time, but during that moment, he imagined a man falling freely in space. That simple thought experiment later helped Albert Einstein create his famous theory of general relativity. This story raises an interesting question: is daydreaming truly a waste of time, or could it be a hidden source of creativity and innovation?( 一天下午，一位年轻的科学家坐在办公室里，凝视着窗外，陷入沉思。他的同事们或许会认为他是在浪费时间，但在那一刻，他脑海中浮现出一个人在太空中自由下落的画面。这个简单的想象实验后来帮助阿尔伯特·爱因斯坦创立了著名的广义相对论。这个故事引出了一个有趣的问题：做白日梦真的就是在浪费时间吗？还是说它可能是创造力和创新的潜在源泉？)”可知，首段讲述爱因斯坦通过“白日梦式的思想实验” 提出广义相对论，随后直接抛出核心问题 ——“白日梦是浪费时间，还是创造力的隐藏来源？”。可见这个事例的作用是引出 “白日梦与创造力相关”的话题。故选B项。 【67题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段中“Daydreaming is often seen in a negative light. It is commonly linked to laziness or a lack of focus. Parents and teachers frequently urge students to “stop daydreaming” and pay attention, believing that wandering thoughts take away from productivity.( 人们通常将白日梦视为负面的行为。它常常与懒惰或注意力不集中联系在一起。家长和教师经常劝学生“别做白日梦了”，要集中注意力，认为漫无目的地思考会妨碍工作效率。)”可知，关于白日梦的普遍看法是被认为是懒惰和分散注意力的行为。故选A项。 【68题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段中“Interestingly, daydreaming also helps people manage their emotions. It allows them to think over past experiences, deal with unresolved feelings, and mentally prepare for future events.( 有趣的是，做白日梦也有助于人们管理自己的情绪。它能让人们回顾过去的经历、处理未解决的情感，并在心理上为未来的事件做好准备。)”可知，做白日梦的一个好处是它帮助人们处理情绪并为未来事件做好准备。故选D项。 【69题详解】 推理判断题。根据第五段中“For example, students who daydream too much during class may miss important information, which can lead to gaps in learning.( 例如，在课堂上做太多白日梦的学生可能会错过重要的信息，这可能会导致学习上的差距。)”可推知，过度的白日梦会降低专注力。故选C项。 【70题详解】 推理判断题。通读全文可知，全文采用“先抑后扬再辩证”的结构：先讲大众对白日梦的负面看法，再讲其创造力、情绪管理方面的好处，最后指出“白日梦有两面性”——既可能带来灵感，也可能造成分心，关键在于如何利用。由此可知，作者的核心观点就是白日梦天然兼具利弊。故选D项。 第Ⅲ卷 第四部分：写作（共两节，满分35分） 第一节：阅读表达(共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分) 阅读下面短文，并根据短文内容完成下列各题。 “Why are people so unfriendly?” I often asked myself after my daily walks which I’d started a few years ago and kept up into retirement. Maybe it was the early hour, or maybe people were simply having a bad day. For a long time, I blamed cellphones, social media, or early hours. Didn’t people realize that talking to strangers can lead to a happier life? One day, my partner, tired of hearing me complain, said: “Maybe it’s you.” Impossible, I thought. Just that morning, I’d looked directly at someone, and they didn’t say “hello.” Rude! But then I realized I needed to push myself out of my introverted shell. For years, I’d kept my head down past strangers, avoided chatting, and even crossed streets to skip small talk. Staying alone felt safer — until feeling lonely grew heavier than feeling shy. So I tried an experiment: On walks, I picked someone with a dog and forced out a “hello.” My throat tightened at first; I practiced it three times before speaking. To my surprise, most smiled or talked briefly. Once, a person even let me pet their dog! Encouraged, I greeted people with eye contact, then went further: “Good day” even without it. Three out of four replied kindly. Later, I tried greeting people on phones. At first, silence. Then someone made a short, unfriendly sound. Finally, someone paused to say “hi.” Two weeks later I noticed: People seemed friendlier. Or maybe it was me. My small change — choosing to connect first — made all the difference. Now, I say hello whether eyes meet or not. Most respond. Even if they don’t, I end walks feeling lighter. The habit spread: stores, restaurants, gyms — I chat with strangers, seeking small moments of connection, not lifelong friends. It’s simple: Treat others as you want to be treated. Someone has to make the first move. 71. What did the author first believe made people unfriendly during his walks? (no more than 10 words) ________________________________________________________________________________ 72. What does the author mean by “push myself out of my introverted shell” in Paragraph 2? (no more than 3 words) ________________________________________________________________________________ 73. How did people generally react to the author’s “Good day” greeting? (no more than 10 words) ________________________________________________________________________________ 74. How did the author’s attitude towards greeting strangers change over time? (no more than 15 words) ________________________________________________________________________________ 75. How did greeting a stranger first once brighten your day? (no more than 20 words) ________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】71. Cellphones, social media, or early hours. 72. Be more outgoing./Be outgoing./Break shyness./Overcome shyness./Be sociable. 73. Most responded in a kind way. 74. He became more active and confident in greeting./From avoiding to actively greeting first. 75. I greeted a nervous new classmate; we chatted and became friends quickly./I greeted a sad stranger on the bus and we shared a happy chat. 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。讲述了作者通过主动改变自己、向陌生人打招呼，最终发现世界变得更友善的个人成长经历。 【71题详解】 考查细节理解。根据第一段““Why are people so unfriendly?” I often asked myself after my daily walks, which I’d started a few years ago and kept up into retirement. Maybe it was the early hour, or maybe people were simply having a bad day. For a long time, I blamed cellphones, social media, or early hours. (“人们为何如此不友好？”每天散步归来后，我常常这样问自己。我从几年前开始每天散步，一直坚持到了退休。也许是因为时间太早，又或许人们当天心情不佳。很长一段时间里，我都把原因归咎于手机、社交媒体或者清晨的时段)”可知，作者最初认为是手机、社交媒体或清晨时段让人们变得不友好。故答案为Cellphones, social media, or early hours. 【72题详解】 考查词句猜测。根据第二段“But then I realized I needed to push myself out of my introverted shell. For years, I’d kept my head down past strangers, avoided chatting, and even crossed streets to skip small talk. Staying alone felt safer — until feeling lonely grew heavier than feeling shy. (但后来我意识到，自己需要____。多年来，我一直避开与陌生人目光接触，不愿与人交谈，甚至会绕道而行以避免闲聊。独自一人时感觉更安全，直到孤独感变得比害羞感还要强烈)”可知，作者多年来习惯于低头回避陌生人甚至刻意绕开，这种状态源于性格内向，直到孤独感超过羞怯感，作者才意识到需要主动改变，走出自我封闭的状态，因此push myself out of my introverted shell指克服羞怯、主动与他人交流，变得更为开放和外向。故答案为Be more outgoing./Be outgoing./Break shyness./Overcome shyness./Be sociable. 【73题详解】 考查细节理解。根据第三段“Encouraged, I greeted people with eye contact, then went further: “Good day” even without it. Three out of four replied kindly. (受到了鼓舞，我开始用眼神交流打招呼，后来更主动了：即使没有眼神接触也会说“日安”。四分之三的人都友善地回应了)”可知，人们通常以友善的方式回应作者的“日安”问候。故答案为Most responded in a kind way. 【74题详解】 考查细节理解。根据第二段“For years, I’d kept my head down past strangers, avoided chatting, and even crossed streets to skip small talk. (多年来，我一直避开与陌生人目光接触，不愿与人交谈，甚至会绕道而行以避免闲聊)”及第三段“Encouraged, I greeted people with eye contact, then went further: “Good day” even without it. (受到了鼓舞，我开始用眼神交流打招呼，后来更主动了：即使没有眼神接触也会说“日安”)”可知，作者对问候陌生人的态度从回避变得主动、自信。故答案为He became more active and confident in greeting./From avoiding to actively greeting first. 【75题详解】 考查推理判断。根据倒数第二段“The habit spread: stores, restaurants, gyms — I chat with strangers, seeking small moments of connection, not lifelong friends. (这个习惯蔓延开来：在商店、餐厅、健身房里，我和陌生人聊天，寻求短暂的联结，而非终身的朋友)”可知，答案可填I greeted a nervous new classmate; we chatted and became friends quickly./I greeted a sad stranger on the bus and we shared a happy chat. 第二节：书面表达（满分25分） 76. 假设你是李津。你所在的学校正在举办一场主题为“健康生活，从早起开始”的活动。作为活动的一部分，学校英语论坛（English Forum）邀请学生分享对此主题的看法。请根据以下要点，写一篇短文投稿至该英语论坛： （1）早起对高中生的好处； （2）早起可能遇到的困难； （3）克服困难的建议。 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】One possible version: I’m glad to share my thoughts on our school’s “Healthy Living: Start with Mornings” campaign through the English Forum. Waking up early helps high school students a lot. It provides extra time to prepare calmly — like reviewing lessons or eating a good breakfast — helping us focus better in class and feel healthier. Yet it’s not always easy. Studying late or using phones too much at night makes it hard to get up, leaving us tired. Here are simple ways: Go to bed and wake up at the same time daily. Stop using phones an hour before sleep. Put your alarm clock far from your bed — you’ll have to get up to turn it off. Plan a small morning activity, like reading, to stay motivated. In short, with small changes, we can make early rising a helpful part of daily life. 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生写一篇短文投稿英语论坛，说明早起对高中生的好处、早起可能遇到的困难以及克服困难的建议。 【详解】1.词汇积累 高兴：glad→delighted 方法：way→approach 集中注意力：focus→concentrate 总之：in short→in conclusion 2.句式拓展 简单句变复合句 原句：Waking up early helps high school students a lot. 拓展句：What helps high school students a lot is that they wake up early. 【点睛】【高分句型1】Plan a small morning activity, like reading, to stay motivated.（运用了不定式作目的状语） 【高分句型2】Studying late or using phones too much at night makes it hard to get up, leaving us tired.（运用了动名词Studying作主语及现在分词leaving作状语） 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 2025～2026学年度第一学期_______学校学业质量期末监测 高三英语试卷 本试卷由第Ⅰ卷（听力）、第Ⅱ卷（选择题）和第Ⅲ卷（非选择题）组成，共150分，考试用时120分钟。 第I卷 第一部分：听力（共两节，满分20分） 第一节（共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分） 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出一个最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你将有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。 1. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What does the man’s father want him to become? A. A language student. B. A teacher. C. A translator. 2. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What is the man’s favorite type of music? A. Jazz. B. Rock. C. Classical. 3. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What are the speakers doing? A Looking for the key. B. Fixing the door. C. Turning on the light. 4. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 Why is the man calling? A. To order food. B. To report a problem. C. To make an apology. 5. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What is the woman’s opinion of the Lakers? A. She doesn’t like the team at all. B. She thinks they are doing well this season. C. She thinks they are an average team. 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 听下面3段材料。每段材料后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出一个最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段材料前，你将有时间阅读每个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段材料读两遍。 听下面一段对话，回答下列小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 6. What is the relationship between the speakers? A. Classmates. B. Mother and son. C. Teacher and student. 7. Why does the man want to study business? A. He is interested in it. B. His father wishes him to do so. C. He wants to get a good job. 8. What does the woman think of working for a company? A. Promising. B. Stressful. C. Enjoyable. 听下面一段对话，回答下列小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 9. What does the woman plan to do at first? A. Stay at home. B. Eat out. C. Go to a concert. 10. When will the two speakers meet? A. At 11:30 am. B. At 2:30 pm. C. At 4:30 pm. 11. What is the man trying to do? A. To introduce a new pizza to the woman. B. To remind the woman to relax herself. C. To invite the woman to go to a concert. 听下面一段独白，回答下列小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 12. What is the purpose of the speech? A. To advertise the school’s academic programs. B. To encourage community involvement. C. To introduce the school to foreign guests. 13. What CAN’T students do in the school? A. Participating in various activities. B. Taking Different academic programs. C. Skipping school’s courses and homework. 14. What is the school’s special course? A. Participating in community events. B. Joining sports teams. C. Attending music clubs. 15. What should visitors do if they have any questions? A. Keep them to themselves. B. Ask the speaker. C. Wait until the end of the tour to ask. 第II卷 第二部分：英语知识运用（共两节，满分45分） 第一节：单项填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 从A、B、C、D 四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 16. —The weather looks perfect for a picnic tomorrow. Would you like to join us? —________. I’ll bring some snacks. A. You bet B. I’m afraid not C. Not a chance D. It depends 17. You ________ have wasted so much time on social media, as your assignment was due today. A. must B. should C. shouldn’t D. mightn’t 18. —Do you think it’s too late for me to start learning a musical instrument? —Not at all. ________. I always say! A. Practice makes perfect B. Too good to be true C. So far so good D. Better late than never 19. I prefer the coffee from this café to ________ across the street, as it tastes fresher. A. one B. that C. it D. this 20. The students realized they had misunderstood the teacher’s instructions. ________, they decided to redo the experiment. A. However B. Moreover C. Therefore D. Otherwise 21. The ancient bridge that ________ will be reopened to the public next month, and the repairs are nearly done. A. is being repaired B. is repaired C. is repairing D. repairs 22. ________ with excitement, the children ran toward the amusement park as soon as the gates were opened. A. Filling B. Filled C. To fill D. Having filled 23. The company doesn’t have to reduce employee benefits ________ the cost of production. A. lowering B. to lower C. being lowered D. to be lowered 24. You should always speak politely, ________ you are talking to your friends or strangers. A. unless B. once C. because D. whether 25. After losing the final match, the team decided to _________ and focus on preparing for next season. A. give in B. break down C. move on D. hold back 26. The scientist refused to reveal ________ he had discovered in the lab, claiming it was too early to announce. A. what B. that C. which D. whichever 27. The workers were informed that the road closure would be ________ and last for only two weeks. A. permanent B. occasional C. frequent D. temporary 28. The artist, __________ paintings have been admired worldwide, is holding an exhibition in our city. A. that B. which C. who D. whose 29. The students _____ a creative idea for the class performance after discussing it for several hours. A. ran out of B. came up with C. put up with D. got away with 30. Group work, along with class discussions, ________ students learn more effectively these days. A. is helping B. are helping C. was helping D. were helping 第二节：完形填空（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分） At the age of 22, Lisa decided to start her own business. Baking had always been her ____31____, and her dream was to open a small bakery. However, the journey was anything but ____32____. She encountered multiple challenges, ranging from finding a suitable location to managing her tight budget. Some people doubted her chances of success and even advised her to give up on the idea entirely. One day Lisa found a small shop for rent in a busy neighborhood. Although the rent was higher than she could afford, she decided to take the ____33____ and borrowed money from friends and family to ____34____ the startup costs. She spent weeks getting the shop ____35____, painting the walls, setting up furniture, and ____36____ her recipes. However, just days before the grand opening, her primary baking equipment ____37____, forcing her to work late into the night to secure a replacement. At last, the bakery stood prepared to greet its first customers. On opening day, Lisa felt a mix of excitement and ____38____. She wasn’t sure if anyone would come. To her surprise, the bakery was ____39____, and her cakes were warmly praised by customers. ____40____, as days went by, fewer and fewer customers showed up. Lisa realized she needed to ____41____ to attract more customers. She experimented with new recipes, but the results were inconsistent, and she began to lose ____42____. Refusing to give up, Lisa began offering free samples to draw ____43____ and introduced a program to reward regular customers. Gradually, her bakery gained popularity. She also ____44____ social media, posting eye-catching photos of her cakes and telling her story. ____45____, She partnered with local events, creating unique cakes for parties and celebrations. Her hard work ____46____ paid off, and the bakery became a favorite spot in the neighborhood. ____47____, Lisa understood that her success wasn’t just about her baking skills. She learned that challenges could be turned into ____48____ and that with hard work, dreams could come true. Lisa’s story ____49____ others, showing that creativity and determination can help overcome difficulties — even when success seems ____50____. 31. A. skill B. career C. life D. passion 32. A. smooth B. rough C. successful D. productive 33. A. responsibility B. step C. risk D. loss 34. A. list B. cover C. manage D. affect 35. A. useful B. safe C. ready D. beautiful 36. A. publishing B. saving C. sharing D. perfecting 37. A. broke down B. heated up C. ran on D. went off 38. A. curiosity B. anxiety C. shame D. happiness 39. A. equipped B. packed C. polished D. loaded 40. A. Meanwhile B. Therefore C. However D. Moreover 41. A. take steps B. give instructions C. break rules D. raise concerns 42. A. time B. interest C. temper D. confidence 43. A. courage B. experience C. strength D. attention 44. A. tried on B. turned to C. belonged to D. focused on 45. A. Similarly B. Finally C. Additionally D. Consequently 46. A. subsequently B. eventually C. recently D. temporarily 47. A. Looking back B. Cheering up C. Calming down D. Turning around 48. A. opportunities B. failures C. advantages D. experiences 49. A. shocked B. warned C. challenged D. inspired 50. A. out of place B. out of mind C. out of reach D. out of control 第三部分：阅读理解（共20小题；每小题2.5分，满分50分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A Pacific Science Center Virtual Fieldtrips Bring the fun and excitement of a PacSci fieldtrip directly to your students! Engage them with enriching, curriculum-enhancing content designed to encourage curiosity and inspire learning. PacSci educators join your classroom live from the Curiosity Studio, guiding students through interactive sessions packed with exciting STEAM activities. Each program lasts 40 minutes, with options to adjust the duration to fit your needs. Available Programs Piece of Mind Cost: $300 Maximum Participants: 40 Best for Grades: 6-10 Description: Inspire students with the incredible power of the brain! Learn how the brain controls memory, movement, and sight through interactive activities and fun puzzles. Students will also have the rare opportunity to see a real human brain sample. Stick the Landing Cost: $500 (includes 3 sessions) Maximum Participants: 30 Best for Grades: 9-12 Description: Over three sessions, students will use the steps of the engineering design process to build a model Mars lander. Explore past and future missions to Mars while considering practical requirements and limitations. Learn how engineers and other experts work together on challenging space exploration projects. Night Sky Tonight Cost (Varies by Group Size): 1-99 participants: $250 100-199 participants: $350 200+ participants: $550 Maximum Participants: Unlimited Best for Grades: 3-12 Description: Become a backyard astronomer! Learn how Earth’s movement affects what we see in the night sky. Discover how to locate stars and even use the sky to find directions. Ecosystem Investigators Cost: $200 Maximum Participants: 50 Best for Grades: 3-8 Description: Work together to create a digital ecosystem model, exploring how living and non-living elements interact in a water-based environment. Using this knowledge, students will act as wetland scientists to examine real pond samples and study the relationships between organisms. For more details, please refer to our Program Requirements. 51. What is the purpose of the PacSci Virtual Fieldtrips? A. To allow students to conduct independent science research at home. B. To help students develop interest in learning through live interactive activities. C. To introduce the educational programs offered by the Curiosity Studio. D. To enable students to explore space missions and wetland ecosystems online. 52. What can students do in the “Stick the Landing” program? A. Learn how the brain controls memory and movement. B. Explore the connections between living and non-living things. C. Build a model Mars lander and study space missions. D. Identify stars and use the sky to find directions. 53. How much would it cost for a group of 150 students to join the “Night Sky Tonight” program? A. $250. B. $350. C. $500. D. $550. 54. Cooperation is needed in the program ________. A. Piece of Mind B. Stick the Landing C. Night Sky Tonight D. Ecosystem Investigators 55. What is a common feature of all the programs mentioned? A. They are designed for students of all ages. B. They require students to visit the Pacific Science Center. C. They include interactive activities to engage students. D. They are free of charge for educational purposes. B The question, “Do animals experience time like humans?” might seem simple, but researchers have discovered surprising differences in how various species sense time. This topic challenges our understanding of how living beings interact with the world and deepens our knowledge of animal behavior. Studies show that animals experience time at different speeds depending on their size, energy use, and how they perceive their surroundings. For example, small animals like flies and hummingbirds experience time more slowly than larger animals like elephants or humans. This means a fly can notice movements that seem too fast for us, allowing it to avoid a moving hand. Similarly, hummingbirds can change direction mid-air with precision due to their faster sense of time. The idea of “time stretching” in animals is closely tied to survival. Faster time awareness helps small animals react quickly to dangers, while slower awareness in larger animals allows them to conserve energy for survival. This difference explains why a fly might see a human’s hand moving in slow motion, while we perceive it as fast. For hunters like lions, slower time awareness allows them to carefully plan their moves, increasing their chances of success. Interestingly, researchers have found that time awareness is also influenced by emotions. Humans often feel time “slows down” during exciting or stressful events, like a close sports match or a near-accident. Similarly, animals in danger may feel time slow down. This emotional connection highlights shared experiences between humans and animals, showing how survival needs shape the way time is felt. Understanding time awareness in animals has practical uses. It can help improve the design of spaces for pets or zoo animals, making them feel calmer and safer. It also gives insights into how humans might adjust their behavior when interacting with animals, such as using training methods that match their sense of time. Studying time awareness might even lead to new ideas in technology, such as creating systems that work at different speeds for various tasks, like robotics or virtual reality. Nature continues to amaze us with its complexity. The study of time awareness reminds us that every species experiences the world differently, urging us to appreciate life’s diversity. 56. What is the primary purpose of the first paragraph? A. To introduce a question that challenges existing beliefs about animals. B. To explain the similarities between human and animal behavior. C. To summarize the findings of recent research on time perception. D. To provide examples of how animals perceive time differently. 57. Why are smaller animals like flies able to detect fast movements that humans cannot? A. Because their brains are more advanced in processing speed. B. Because their perception of time is slower than that of humans. C. Because their energy demands require them to sense rapid changes. D. Because their survival depends on noticing quick shifts in their surroundings. 58. What does the phrase “time stretching” in the third paragraph most likely mean? A. Sensing time as passing more quickly. B. Feeling time slow down in specific situations. C. Varied time perception across different species. D. Adapting time awareness to body size. 59 Why does the author discuss humans feeling time “slows down” during stressful events? A. To prove that humans are more emotional than animals. B. To argue that survival instincts are less significant for humans. C. To illustrate how emotions influence time perception across species. D. To show that humans and animals perceive time differently in danger. 60. What does the study of time awareness suggest about the natural world? A. It highlights the complexity and uniqueness of each species. B. It shows that humans have a superior understanding of time. C. It proves that animals rely more on instinct than humans. D. It demonstrates that survival depends on accurate time perception. C When I was ten, my family moved to a small house on the edge of town. Behind the house was an abandoned garden, overgrown with weeds and bushes. To me, it looked like a jungle, messy and wild. My father, however, saw it differently. “This,” he said with a smile, “is where we’ll grow something beautiful.” At first, I didn’t believe him. The garden seemed hopeless. But my father handed me a pair of gloves and a small tool. “Let’s start small,” he said. With some hesitation, I followed him outside, where we spent hours pulling weeds, turning the soil, and clearing the rocks. My hands hurt, and the summer sun was very hot, but my father never complained. “Gardens,” he said, “are like people. They just need a little care to grow.” As the weeks passed, I began to see the changes. The soil became soft and rich, and we planted seeds—tiny things that looked like they could never survive. But my father was patient. Every morning, we watered the garden together, watching and waiting. Slowly, green shoots began to appear, reaching for the sky. It was magical, as if life itself were unfolding before my eyes. The garden, once lifeless, began to come alive again, and so did I. One day, a big storm rolled in. The wind roared, and the rain hit hard against the windows. I worried about the garden, but my father reassured me. “The plants are stronger than you think,” he said. The morning after the storm, I ran outside, expecting to find the garden ruined. Instead, I saw the plants standing tall, shining with drops of water. They had made it through the storm, just as my father had said. By the end of summer, the garden was full of life—bright flowers, leafy greens, and even a few tomatoes. My father and I stood together, admiring our work. “You see,” he said, “it’s not just about the garden. It’s about what you learn along the way—patience, strength, and the joy of creating something with your own hands.” Years later, I still remember that little garden. Whenever life feels difficult, I think of those tiny seeds and the way they grew, even when it seemed impossible. And I remind myself that, like the garden, I can grow too—with a little care and a lot of patience. The lessons from that summer remain with me, helping me face challenges and reminding me of the beauty in hard work. 61. What does the father’s reaction to the garden reveal about his personality? A. He tends to avoid difficult situations. B. He focuses on quick results rather than long-term effort. C. He feels doubtful about fixing the garden. D. He sees potential in challenging circumstances. 62. Why did the author hesitate to help their father at first? A. The author thought the garden was beyond saving. B. The author lacked experience in gardening. C. The author was worried about the physical effort required. D. The author preferred spending time indoors. 63. Why does the author describe the garden as “coming alive again” in Paragraph 3? A. The garden began to grow without their help. B. The author started to see signs of life in the garden. C. The garden returned to its original condition. D. The author felt discouraged by the slow progress. 64. What does the underlined word “roared” probably mean in Paragraph 4? A. Spoke in a soft voice. B. Made a loud sound. C. Moved quietly. D. Shook slightly. 65. What is the author’s key takeaway from the gardening experience? A. Nature is unpredictable and uncontrollable. B. Teamwork matters most for reaching goals. C. Success depends entirely on favorable conditions. D. Personal growth comes from consistent care and effort. D One afternoon, a young scientist sat looking out of his office window, lost in thought. His colleagues might have thought he was wasting time, but during that moment, he imagined a man falling freely in space. That simple thought experiment later helped Albert Einstein create his famous theory of general relativity. This story raises an interesting question: is daydreaming truly a waste of time, or could it be a hidden source of creativity and innovation? Daydreaming is often seen in a negative light. It is commonly linked to laziness or a lack of focus. Parents and teachers frequently urge students to “stop daydreaming” and pay attention, believing that wandering thoughts take away from productivity. After all, how can someone achieve their goals if their mind keeps floating away from the task at hand? However, recent studies suggest that daydreaming may have a deeper purpose. When the brain is not focused on a specific task, it begins connecting ideas, imagining future possibilities, and solving complex problems. Many creative breakthroughs — like Einstein’s — have come from moments of mental wandering. Similarly, artists and writers often say their best ideas come when they are walking, showering, or simply letting their minds relax. Interestingly, daydreaming also helps people manage their emotions. It allows them to think over past experiences, deal with unresolved feelings, and mentally prepare for future events. This process can reduce stress and improve decision-making, as it gives the mind time to sort through thoughts in a calm and unpressured way. Still, not all daydreaming is helpful. There is a fine line between useful reflection and meaningless distraction. For example, students who daydream too much during class may miss important information, which can lead to gaps in learning. On the other hand, short moments of daydreaming can bring fresh ideas and help solve problems that seem impossible when approached directly. This double-sided nature of daydreaming leads to an important question: should we try to control it or let it happen naturally? Some believe that setting aside time for reflection, such as taking breaks, can turn daydreaming into something productive. Others argue that its unpredictability is what makes it so valuable. Whether daydreaming is a waste of time or a hidden source of inspiration depends on how we use it. Like any tool, it can be powerful when used wisely — but it can also become a problem if left unchecked. The challenge lies in using it in a way that benefits us. 66 Why does the author mention Einstein’s thought experiment in the introduction? A. To argue that imagination is more important than intelligence. B. To highlight the connection between daydreaming and creativity. C. To emphasize the importance of solving scientific problems. D. To show that daydreaming is common among scientists. 67. What is the common belief about daydreaming mentioned in Paragraph 2? A. It is seen as lazy and distracting. B. It helps develop problem-solving skills. C. It improves concentration and attention. D. It encourages creative thinking in students. 68. What is one of the benefits of daydreaming according to Paragraph 4? A. It allows people to escape from reality. B. It encourages people to focus on their immediate tasks. C. It prevents people from making poor decisions. D. It helps people process emotions and prepare for future events. 69. What can be inferred about the negative effects of daydreaming from Paragraph 5? A. Daydreaming always leads to negative outcomes. B. Daydreaming should be avoided in educational settings. C. Daydreaming can reduce focus when done excessively. D Daydreaming is less effective than other mental activities. 70. What is the author’s main point about daydreaming? A. It is a waste of time unless carefully controlled. B. It is the most important factor in creative success. C. It is a skill that only certain people can develop. D. It has both good and bad sides naturally. 第Ⅲ卷 第四部分：写作（共两节，满分35分） 第一节：阅读表达(共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分) 阅读下面短文，并根据短文内容完成下列各题。 “Why are people so unfriendly?” I often asked myself after my daily walks, which I’d started a few years ago and kept up into retirement. Maybe it was the early hour, or maybe people were simply having a bad day. For a long time, I blamed cellphones, social media, or early hours. Didn’t people realize that talking to strangers can lead to a happier life? One day, my partner, tired of hearing me complain, said: “Maybe it’s you.” Impossible, I thought. Just that morning, I’d looked directly at someone, and they didn’t say “hello.” Rude! But then I realized I needed to push myself out of my introverted shell. For years, I’d kept my head down past strangers, avoided chatting, and even crossed streets to skip small talk. Staying alone felt safer — until feeling lonely grew heavier than feeling shy. So I tried an experiment: On walks, I picked someone with a dog and forced out a “hello.” My throat tightened at first; I practiced it three times before speaking. To my surprise, most smiled or talked briefly. Once, a person even let me pet their dog! Encouraged, I greeted people with eye contact, then went further: “Good day” even without it. Three out of four replied kindly. Later, I tried greeting people on phones. At first, silence. Then someone made a short, unfriendly sound. Finally, someone paused to say “hi.” Two weeks later, I noticed: People seemed friendlier. Or maybe it was me. My small change — choosing to connect first — made all the difference. Now, I say hello whether eyes meet or not. Most respond. Even if they don’t, I end walks feeling lighter. The habit spread: stores, restaurants, gyms — I chat with strangers, seeking small moments of connection, not lifelong friends. It’s simple: Treat others as you want to be treated. Someone has to make the first move. 71. What did the author first believe made people unfriendly during his walks? (no more than 10 words) ________________________________________________________________________________ 72. What does the author mean by “push myself out of my introverted shell” in Paragraph 2? (no more than 3 words) ________________________________________________________________________________ 73. How did people generally react to the author’s “Good day” greeting? (no more than 10 words) ________________________________________________________________________________ 74. How did the author’s attitude towards greeting strangers change over time? (no more than 15 words) ________________________________________________________________________________ 75. How did greeting a stranger first once brighten your day? (no more than 20 words) ________________________________________________________________________________ 第二节：书面表达（满分25分） 76. 假设你是李津。你所在的学校正在举办一场主题为“健康生活，从早起开始”的活动。作为活动的一部分，学校英语论坛（English Forum）邀请学生分享对此主题的看法。请根据以下要点，写一篇短文投稿至该英语论坛： （1）早起对高中生的好处； （2）早起可能遇到的困难； （3）克服困难的建议。 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $