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达州市2025年秋季学期高二年级教学质量监测英语试题 本试卷四部分，共10页，满分150分，考试时间120分钟。 注意事项： 1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的班级、姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上，并检查条形码粘贴是否正确。 2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。 3.考试结束后，将答题卡交回。 第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分) 第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分，满分7.5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三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话读两遍。 1. What happened to John last night? A. He was ill. B. He looked pale. C. He went to bed late. 2. What is the woman’s attitude to the man’s decision? A. Supportive. B. Disapproving. C. Surprised. 3. Where does the conversation most probably take place? A. In a gift shop. B. At an art exhibition. C. At a bookstore. 4. What might the weather be like this afternoon? A. Sunny. B. Snowy. C. Rainy. 5. Why does the woman grow sunflowers? A. To enjoy flowers. B. To sell flowers. C. To eat seeds. 第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分，满分22.5分) 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，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。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6. Why does the woman look sad? A. She didn’t pass her law exam. B. She can’t decide her career herself. C. She doesn’t make progress in dancing. 7. What does the man advise the woman to do? A. Study law. B. Stick to her dream. C. Understand her father. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. What is the man probably? A. A sports reporter. B. A sports fan. C. A soccer athlete. 9. Which two teams ended with the same score? A. Italy and Haiti. B. Canada and Argentina. C. Mexico and France. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10. Why isn’t a bird suggested as a gift? A. It is noisy. B. It is smelly. C. It is hard to raise. 11. What pet does Cathy have? A. A dog. B. Amouse. C. A cat. 12. What will the speakers do next? A. Buy a rabbit for Robert. B. Ask Cathy for advice on pets. C. Go to the market with Robert. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。 13. How does the man prefer to go out now? A. By car. B. By bike. C. On foot. 14. How many miles will John drive this year? A. 9,000 miles. B. 10,000 miles. C. 11,000 miles. 15. What is the relationship between the woman and the man? A. Host and guest. B. Boss and employee. C. Teacher and student. 16. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. The man’s eating habit. B. The man’s driving plan. C. The man’s green lifestyle. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. When is the talk given? A. After the final exam. B. Before the start of a vacation. C. At the beginning of college life. 18. What is the main purpose of lectures? A. To present new topics. B. To recommend a reading list. C. To explain textbook contents in detail. 19. What advice does the speaker give about taking notes? A. Focus on the key points. B. Remember the examples. C. Write down the exact words. 20. What does the speaker remind the listeners to do in the end? A. Try to record every lecture. B. Ask questions with good manners. C. Get the permission before recording. 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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A After spending years behind the camera creating science documentaries, we’ve learned that the best nature documentaries do something most viewers never notice: They make the invisible visible. Want to get up close and personal with nature? Read on for the 4 best nature documentaries streaming on platforms. Planet Earth (2006) Produced by the BBC, this classic documentary delivers a sense of awe and modesty only nature can inspire — perfect for anyone who’s ever wanted to feel truly small in the best way. Narrated (解说) by David Attenborough, it is one of the greatest science documentary series of all time! Where to watch: Discovery+, Amazon Prime, BBC Born in China (2016) Co-produced by Disney nature and Shanghai Media Group, it is a documentary film journeying into China’s little-explored wilds. You’ll see giant pandas, snow leopards and golden monkeys raise their young, overcome hardships, and grow up healthy and strong in these landscapes. Where to watch: Amazon Video, Apple TV My Octopus Teacher (2020) Produced by Off The Fence, this beautiful, moving and Oscar-winning documentary is a love letter to the natural world, and a reminder of how much we have yet to understand. It unexpectedly tells a touching story about the friendship between humans and a highly intelligent wild octopus (章鱼). Where to watch: Netflix Secrets of the Whales (2021) Produced by National Geographic, it features Sigourney Weaver’s narration that highlights this epic underwater storytelling. You’ll see whales use tools, teach traditions and communicate in family groups. It’ll expand your understanding of whales’ high intelligence. Where to watch: Disney+ 1. Which platform can you watch Planet Earth on? A. Netflix. B. BBC. C. Disney+. D. Apple TV. 2. What is special about Born in China? A. It tells underwater stories. B. It presents the unique landscapes. C. It is co-produced by two companies. D. It is mainly about the wonder of nature. 3. What do My Octopus Teacher and Secrets of the Whales have in common? A. They are Oscar-winning works. B. They are about animal emotions. C. They focus on intelligent animals. D. They show animals’ bonds with humans. 【答案】1. B 2. C 3. C 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章介绍了4部热播的自然纪录片。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据Planet Earth (2006)部分中“Where to watch: Discovery+, Amazon Prime, BBC(观看方式：探索+、亚马逊Prime、英国广播公司)”可知，你可以在BBC观看《地球脉动》。故选B。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。根据Born in China (2016)部分中“Co-produced by Disney nature and Shanghai Media Group, it is a documentary film journeying into China’s little-explored wilds.(由迪士尼自然和上海传媒集团联合制作，这是一部深入探索中国未被充分探索的荒野的纪录片)”可知，该纪录片由迪士尼自然与上海传媒集团联合制作。故选C。 【3题详解】 细节理解题。根据My Octopus Teacher (2020)部分中“It unexpectedly tells a touching story about the friendship between humans and a highly intelligent wild octopus (章鱼).(它意外地讲述了一个关于人类与一只极其聪明的野生章鱼之间友谊的感人故事)”和Secrets of the Whales (2021)部分中“You’ll see whales use tools, teach traditions and communicate in family groups.(你会看到鲸鱼使用工具、传授传统知识并以家族群体的形式进行交流)”可知，这两部纪录片都聚焦于聪明的动物。故选C。 B When one thinks of vending machines (自动售货机), one tends to think of delicious but likely not healthy snacks like candy bars, potato chips, and soft drinks. There is nothing wrong with treating yourself to vending machine snacks sometimes. But what if a vending machine could feed brains instead of stomachs? That’s what LitBox, a vending machine which gives out books, hopes to do. The idea of a vending machine for books came to Washington DC author Lauren Woods after she saw a similar one in Europe. But unlike the European vending machines she had noticed, Woods wanted her machine to do something more specific than just sell books: She wanted it to sell local books. Before that, she became disappointed with big-chain bookstores. She thought the things they sold were exciting but shallow (肤浅的), and there were not enough bookstores focusing on local writers. “I had friends who wrote award-winning books and couldn’t get their books into DC bookstores — either the books were published by small presses, or they didn’t have mass appeal, or the book sellers didn’t think they would be profitable. And that always seemed wrong to me,” Woods said. And so she set out to change that via a vending machine. LitBox is now filled with books that focus on literature, from poetry, to fiction, and even children’s books, all written by local authors. Woods chose these literary books on purpose. She wanted people to get away from the tell-all biographies and boring talks about government rules that fill the DC market. She hoped people would slow down and learn to care about others. This, according to her, is the primary role of literature: allowing readers to put themselves in the shoes of people who may be different from them. Thanks to Woods’ creativity and drive, now the authors in her community can get the support they need, while readers can discover how delightful it is to find a new book or the author they may not have found in a big-chain bookstore. 4. What inspired Lauren Woods to create LitBox? A. Need to help local presses make profits. B. Popular snack vending machines in DC. C. A similar book vending machine in Europe. D. Her friends’ failure to enter big bookstores. 5. What is paragraph 3 mainly about? A. Value of local award-winning books. B. Problems of big-chain bookstores in DC. C. Challenges local authors face in bookstores. D. Woods’ dissatisfaction with the book market. 6. Why does LitBox focus on literature? A. Local authors want more sales. B. Literary books are much cheaper. C. Literature helps readers understand others. D. Local authors are good at writing literary works. 7. Which best describes Lauren Woods? A. Generous and reliable. B. Creative and supportive. C. Delightful and positive. D. Thoughtful and persistent. 【答案】4. C 5. D 6. C 7. B 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇记叙文，文章主要讲述Lauren Woods受到欧洲类似自动售货机启发，设立书籍自动售货机LitBox，售卖本地作家的作品。 【4题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段中“The idea of a vending machine for books came to Washington DC author Lauren Woods after she saw a similar one in Europe. (华盛顿特区作家Lauren Woods在看到欧洲类似的自动售货机后，想到了这种为书籍设立的自动售货机的想法。)”可知，欧洲类似的自动售货机启发了Lauren Woods设立LitBox。故选C。 【5题详解】 主旨大意题。根据第三段中“Before that, she became disappointed with big-chain bookstores. She thought the things they sold were exciting but shallow (肤浅的), and there were not enough bookstores focusing on local writers. (在此之前，她对大型连锁书店感到失望。她认为它们所出售的东西虽然令人兴奋但很肤浅，而且没有足够多的书店专注于本地作家的作。品)”可知，本段主要讲述Lauren Woods对大型连锁书店感到失望，随后具体说明失望的原因：书店销售的书籍刺激但肤浅，且没有足够的书店关注本地作家，后文举例朋友获奖书籍因各种原因无法进入华盛顿特区的书店，D项“Woods对图书市场的不满”准确概括了段落核心，故选D。 【6题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段中“Woods chose these literary books on purpose. She wanted people to get away from the tell-all biographies and boring talks about government rules that fill the DC market. She hoped people would slow down and learn to care about others. This, according to her, is the primary role of literature: allowing readers to put themselves in the shoes of people who may be different from them. (Woods特意挑选了这些文学书籍。她希望人们能摆脱那些充斥于华盛顿特区市场的那些揭露隐私的传记和枯燥的政府规则论述。她希望人们能放慢脚步，学会关心他人。对她来说，这就是文学的首要作用：让读者能够设身处地地理解那些与自己不同的人。)”可知，LitBox专注于文学的原因是文学帮助读者理解他人，故选C。 【7题详解】 推理判断题。根据第二段中“The idea of a vending machine for books came to Washington DC author Lauren Woods after she saw a similar one in Europe. (华盛顿特区作家Lauren Woods在看到欧洲类似的自动售货机后，想到了这种为书籍设立的自动售货机的想法。)”和最后一段中“Thanks to Woods’ creativity and drive (多亏了Woods的创造力和努力)”可知，Woods设立书籍自动售货机体现了她的创造力；第四段中“LitBox is now filled with books that focus on literature, from poetry, to fiction, and even children’s books, all written by local authors. (LitBox如今已装满了各类与文学相关的书籍，涵盖诗歌、小说以及儿童读物，所有这些书籍均由当地作家撰写。)”和最后一段“Thanks to Woods’ creativity and drive, now the authors in her community can get the support they need, while readers can discover how delightful it is to find a new book or the author they may not have found in a big-chain bookstore. (多亏了Woods的创造力和努力，如今她所在社区的作家们能够获得所需的支持，而读者也能发现，在大型连锁书店里找不到的那些新书以及他们可能未曾发现的作者是多么令人愉悦的。)”体现出她对本地作家的支持，故选B。 C Farming brings a special joy. You feel connected to the earth, and it’s rewarding to plant seeds that grow into life-giving things. Agriculture combines age-old traditions with caring for the land and feeding communities around the globe. Many people tend to see agriculture as a romantic activity that lets them get back to nature. However, in reality, efficient and healthy agricultural practices rely on a lot of innovative technology and data. Farmers need the data from the fields in order to keep their crops growing well. This is where VTT, a Finnish technical research center, comes in. The center has created a solar-powered battery cell (电池组) that can power agricultural sensors and then biodegrade (生物降解) into the soil. This device was made by an international team from six science groups. The cell is about the size of a credit card. It is light, so it can be attached to plants easily. Most importantly, the cell will break down in a few weeks or months. “When a solar cell is used in an agricultural application, biodegradability is essential. In this case, there is no real harm caused if the cell cannot be removed from the field, even if it is in close contact with the soil. And it does not add harmful substances to the environment, nor does it exacerbate microplastic problems. ”Maria Smolander, a team research leader at VTT, said in a statement. These solar cells are very helpful for farmers in the European Union (EU). EU rules require these farmers to check soil health regularly. The cells also help farmers around the world: They help collect correct data, support environmental sustainability (可持续性) through biodegradability, and help increase agricultural production effectively. Technology is changing faster than ever, and it can bring great positive changes too. VTT’s solar cells use innovative technology that has the potential to improve how farmers work, and contribute to a world that is more sustainable, healthier, and better fed. 8 How can efficient and healthy agriculture be achieved? A. By relying on traditional farming skills. B. By using innovative technology and data. C. By building a romantic connection to nature. D. By getting support from global communities. 9. Which is the key feature of the new battery cell? A. It is as small as a credit card. B. It can be attached to the plants. C. It can break down in the soil quickly. D. It is developed by an international team. 10. What does the underlined word “exacerbate” in paragraph 4 probably mean? A. Worsen. B. Solve. C. Reduce. D. Limit. 11. What is the author’s purpose in writing the text? A. To explain how solar cells work in agriculture. B. To show solar cells’ role in sustainable agriculture. C. To introduce EU farming rules about sustainability. D. To compare traditional and modern farming methods. 【答案】8. B 9. C 10. A 11. B 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍农业发展需依托创新科技与数据，芬兰研究中心研发出可生物降解的太阳能电池组，阐述其特性、优势及对农业可持续发展的推动作用。 【8题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“However, in reality, efficient and healthy agricultural practices rely on a lot of innovative technology and data. (然而，实际上，高效且健康的农业生产方式依赖于大量的创新技术和数据。)”可知，高效且健康的农业可以通过运用创新技术和数据来实现。故选B项。 【9题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段中的“The center has created a solar-powered battery cell (电池组) that can power agricultural sensors and then biodegrade (生物降解) into the soil. (该中心研发出了一种太阳能电池组，可为农业传感器供电，之后还能在土壤中生物降解。)”和“Most importantly, the cell will break down in a few weeks or months. (最重要的是，这种电池组会在几周或几个月内完成降解。)”可知，这款新电池组的核心特点是能在土壤中快速降解。故选C项。 【10题详解】 词句猜测题。根据第四段中的“And it does not add harmful substances to the environment, nor does it exacerbate microplastic problems. (它不会向环境中添加有害物质，也不会____微塑料问题。)”可知，该句讲述电池组的环保性，前半句说明其不产生有害物质，后半句承接表达其对微塑料问题的影响，结合选项推知，画线词是“加剧、恶化”之意，与worsen意义相近。故选A项。 【11题详解】 推理判断题。根据第五段中的“The cells also help farmers around the world: They help collect correct data, support environmental sustainability through biodegradability, and help increase agricultural production effectively. (这种电池组也为全球农民提供助力：助力收集准确数据，通过可生物降解的特性支持环境可持续发展，还能有效助力农业增产。)”以及第六段中的“VTT’s solar cells use innovative technology that has the potential to improve how farmers work, and contribute to a world that is more sustainable, healthier, and better fed. (芬兰技术研究中心的这款太阳能电池组运用了创新技术，有望改善农民的耕作方式，助力打造一个更可持续、更健康、粮食供应更充足的世界。)”可知，作者写这篇文章的目的是展示太阳能电池组在可持续农业发展中所发挥的作用。故选B项。 D If you have used TikTok or follow trends, why does everything look so familiar? From fashion to retro (复古的) technology, everything old is new again for Gen Z—young people born between 1997 and 2012 who grew up with smartphones and social media. In fact, Gen Z is making retro technology from Polaroid cameras to vinyl records the biggest trend in 2025. This trend is leading young people to use technologies that were replaced by smartphones. But is it driven by a need for nostalgia (怀旧)or part of the desire to take a break from screens? “When you check how much time Gen Z spends in front of screens, it’s almost a lifetime, ”said Beth McGroarty, the research director at the Global Wellness Institute. According to the Customer Think website, there are three main reasons: curiosity, the nice look of retro things, and an escape from a too-busy world. There is actually a psychological reason for this trend’s popularity. Young people are looking for real and genuine things, as well as feeling tired of digital devices. Many Gen Zers can hardly remember or have not experienced a time without smartphones and screens. For London Glorfield, a 27-year-old former recording artist, he was only nine when the first iPhone came out. But he felt flooded by technology when he was growing up. The desire to disconnect inspired him to start Kickback, a retro technology brand aimed at Gen Zers. The New York based company sells record players, cameras, cassette players, and other retro technology, and its products have quickly become popular with young consumers. Another big part of the retro trend is reflected in rejecting fast fashion and embracing (拥抱) retro fashion. Wide-leg jeans and cargo pants are back after being last worn in the 90s. Another fashion that was out and in again are Ugg boots. Wear your Uggs under your wide-leg jeans. Nostalgia can be a great push, especially if it is coupled with a less stressful period of time. So, take a break from being on 24/7 and embrace the retro trend. 12. What is the trend of Gen Zmentioned in the text? A. Loving retro technology. B. Sharing retro trends on TikTok. C. Creating retro technology products. D. Using retro devices instead of phones. 13. Why did London Glorfield start Kickback? A. To advertise his records. B. To sell old smartphones. C. To support young artists. D. To avoid digital overload. 14. What does the author advise people to do? A. Follow the retro trend. B. Work around the clock daily. C. Control nostalgic feelings. D. Try new technologies bravely. 15. Which is the best title of the text? A. Gen Z Creates Retro Technology B. Gen Z Brings Old Trends Back to Life C. Retro Fashion: A Return of the Old Style D. Retro Trend: A Hot Business Opportunity 【答案】12. A 13. D 14. A 15. B 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍Z世代掀起复古风潮，重拾复古科技与时尚及其背后的原因和相关建议。 【12题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“In fact, Gen Z is making retro technology from Polaroid cameras to vinyl records the biggest trend in 2025.(事实上，Z世代正让从宝丽来相机到黑胶唱片的复古科技成为2025年最大的潮流。)”可知，文中提到的Z世代的潮流是喜爱复古科技。故选A项。 【13题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段中的“But he felt flooded by technology when he was growing up. The desire to disconnect inspired him to start Kickback, a retro technology brand aimed at Gen Zers.(但他在成长过程中感到被科技所淹没。想要脱离数字世界的愿望促使他创立了Kickback，一个面向Z世代的复古科技品牌。)”可知，London Glorfield创立Kickback是为了摆脱数字设备带来的过度困扰。故选D项。 【14题详解】 细节理解题。根据最后一段中的“So, take a break from being on 24/7 and embrace the retro trend.(所以，从全天候的数字生活中抽离出来休息一下，拥抱复古潮流吧。)”可知，作者建议人们拥抱复古潮流。故选A项。 【15题详解】 主旨大意题。通读全文，文章开篇指出Z世代让一切复古事物重焕新生，接着介绍其掀起的复古科技潮流及背后原因，又提及复古时尚的回归，最后呼吁人们拥抱这一复古潮流。可知，全文核心是Z世代让旧日潮流重回人们的生活。所以最佳标题为“Z世代让旧日潮流重回人们的生活”。故选B项。 第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分，满分12.5分) 根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 If the average person could improve just one quality, many would choose humor. People value charm, wisdom...but humor is a magic key. ____16____. Fortunately, humor is not talent — practical techniques can help anyone become funnier. ●Master the “rule of three” technique Comedians often use the “rule of three”, which means they say two normal things and then something funny. The unexpected is funnier. For example, someone asks how your birthday went? ____17____ ●Keep your jokes sharp and brief And when you joke, be sharp and quick. The longer it takes you to make a remark, the less funny it will be. The definition of a bore is someone in love with the sound of his own voice. Unfunny people are the same. ____18____. They assume people are fascinated by everything that comes out of their mouths. ●____19____ As with so many things in life, some are born gifted, others have to learn. The key is practise. And that means socializing with funny people. Just as your conversation skills will improve if you spend time around great talkers, so your humor will be shaped by hanging out with funny friends. ●Tell self-deprecating (自嘲) stories Stories are much better. ____20____. The British comedian Ricky Gervais often remarks that wealth and fame make it harder to be funny. After all, how can you joke about public transport when you are a multi-millionaire who takes a private plane? The audience can’t take you seriously. Instead, he has to focus on losing his hair or getting fat. A. Improve conversation skills B. They take forever to tell a joke C. Practise with funny companions D. But they should usually be jokes you make about yourself E It oils the wheels of social interaction and makes almost anyone appealing F. You reply “I got a cake, lovely cards, moving another year closer to death.” G. You respond “A delicious cake, lovely cards, and a wonderful birthday party.” 【答案】16. E 17. F 18. B 19. C 20. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍让普通人变得更幽默的四个实用技巧，包括掌握三法则、让笑话简洁、和有趣的人练习、讲自嘲的故事。 【16题详解】 根据前文“If the average person could improve just one quality, many would choose humor. People value charm, wisdom...but humor is a magic key. (如果普通人只能提升一种特质，很多人会选择幽默。人们重视魅力、智慧……但幽默是一把神奇的钥匙。)”以及后文“Fortunately, humor is not talent — practical techniques can help anyone become funnier. (幸运的是，幽默并非天赋——实用的技巧能帮助任何人变得更幽默。)”可知，前文将幽默比作神奇的钥匙，此空应说明这把“钥匙”的作用，即幽默对社交的积极影响，E选项“It oils the wheels of social interaction and makes almost anyone appealing (它为社交往来更加顺畅，还能让几乎所有人都变得有吸引力)”中的It指代前文的humor，阐释了幽默的重要作用，衔接前后文，符合语境。故选E项。 【17题详解】 根据本段小标题“Master the “rule of three” technique (掌握“三法则”技巧)”以及前文“Comedians often use the “rule of three”, which means they say two normal things and then something funny. The unexpected is funnier. For example, someone asks how your birthday went? (喜剧演员经常使用“三法则”，即先说两件平常的事，再讲一件有趣的事。意料之外的内容会更搞笑。比如有人问你生日过得怎么样？)”可知，本段核心是“三法则”的运用，即两常一趣，此空应是符合该法则的回答，F选项“You reply “I got a cake, lovely cards, moving another year closer to death.”(你回答：“我收到了蛋糕、精美的贺卡，又向死亡靠近了一年。”)”中前两件是生日里的平常事，最后一件是搞笑的意外表达，完美契合“三法则”，符合语境。故选F项。 【18题详解】 根据本段小标题“Keep your jokes sharp and brief (让你的笑话简洁犀利)”以及前文“And when you joke, be sharp and quick. The longer it takes you to make a remark, the less funny it will be. The definition of a bore is someone in love with the sound of his own voice. Unfunny people are the same. (讲笑话时要简洁明快。你的话讲得越久，就越没趣。令人厌烦的人就是那些迷恋自己声音的人，无趣的人也是如此。)”以及后文“They assume people are fascinated by everything that comes out of their mouths. (他们认为自己说的每一句话都能让别人着迷。)”可知，本段核心是讲笑话要简洁，前文指出无趣的人如同令人厌烦的人一般迷恋自己声音，此空应说明这类人的具体表现，即讲笑话拖拖拉拉，B选项“They take forever to tell a joke (他们讲个笑话要磨磨蹭蹭说很久)”中的They指代前文的Unfunny people，描述了其讲笑话拖沓的特点，衔接前后文，符合语境。故选B项。 【19题详解】 分析语篇可知，此处应为本段的小标题，概括本段核心内容，根据后文“As with so many things in life, some are born gifted, others have to learn. The key is practise. And that means socializing with funny people. Just as your conversation skills will improve if you spend time around great talkers, so your humor will be shaped by hanging out with funny friends. (和生活中很多事情一样，有些人天生有天赋，有些人则需要后天学习，关键在于练习。这意味着要和有趣的人交往。就像和健谈的人相处能提升你的交谈技巧一样，和有趣的朋友在一起也能培养你的幽默感。)”可知，本段核心是要通过和有趣的人相处、交往来练习提升幽默感，C选项“Practise with funny companions (和有趣的同伴一起练习)”能精准概括本段主题，符合语境。故选C项。 【20题详解】 根据本段小标题“Tell self-deprecating (自嘲) stories (讲自嘲的故事)”以及前文“Stories are much better. (故事的效果要好得多。)”和后文“The British comedian Ricky Gervais often remarks that wealth and fame make it harder to be funny. After all, how can you joke about public transport when you are a multi-millionaire who takes a private plane? The audience can’t take you seriously. Instead, he has to focus on losing his hair or getting fat. (英国喜剧演员瑞奇·热维斯常说，财富和名气会让人更难变得幽默。毕竟，如果你是坐私人飞机的百万富翁，又怎么能拿公共交通开玩笑呢？观众不会当真的。相反，他只能拿自己脱发、长胖的事开涮。)”可知，本段核心是讲自嘲的故事，前文说故事效果更好，此空应转折说明这类故事应该是关于自己的自嘲故事，后文则举例佐证这一观点，D选项“But they should usually be jokes you make about yourself (但这些故事通常应该是关于你自己的笑话)”中的they指代前文的Stories，通过转折点明本段自嘲的核心，衔接前后文，符合语境。故选D项。 第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分) 第一节(共15小题;每小题1分，满分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。 It was a gray, depressing day. The sky had been covered with clouds for 3 days in a row. All the world’s ____21____ lost their shine under the gray sky. Driving home ____22____, I put on New Year’s songs to lift my ____23____ but I still felt exhausted and low in energy because of the lack of light. I put in another New Year’s CD and listened to the music. ____24____, “Best Day of My Life” was playing and I smiled — this song had always been my ____25____. With no one in the car, I ____26____ along in my weak, rough voice. However, just as I started to sing, a crack (裂缝) appeared in the clouds and a beam of sunlight ____27____. It shined through the window of my car and____28____ on my face like a gentle blessing. I was ____29____ in its warmth, filled with joy. I realize my troubles will pass away in the end, just like the sun will shine through the clouds. Although as quickly as it ____30____, the crack in the clouds closed and the sun was ____31____ again, its light lingered (停留) in my soul. This little ____32____ cheered my tired heart and I sang all the way home. Life gives everyone their ____33____ of gray days — and they aren’t just in the sky. When these days appear you have two ____34____: Get lost in grayness or let the sunshine cracking through clouds ____35____ your soul. 21. A. sounds B. shapes C. colors D. shades 22. A. late B. alone C. calmly D. slowly 23. A. spirits B. strength C. level D. thoughts 24. A. Carefully B. Suddenly C. Regularly D. Hopefully 25. A. favorite B. habit C. memory D. promise 26. A. moved B. listened C. tapped D. sang 27. A. went up B. passed by C. rolled over D. broke through 28. A. hit B. crashed C. landed D. patted 29. A. bathed B. occupied C. interested D. involved 30. A. widened B. expanded C. survived D. appeared 31. A. lost B. hidden C. trapped D. lit 32. A. story B. courage C. miracle D. secret 33. A. share B. lesson C. record D. evidence 34. A. chances B. choices C. excuses D. hopes 35. A. search B. touch C. brighten D. open 【答案】21 C 22. B 23. A 24. B 25. A 26. D 27. D 28. C 29. A 30. D 31. B 32. C 33. A 34. B 35. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述作者在连续阴霾的日子里心情低落，途中因阳光穿透云层而重拾希望，领悟到面对困境应保持乐观的道理。 【21题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：在灰暗的天空下，世间所有的色彩都失去了光泽。A. sounds声音；B. shapes形状；C. colors色彩；D. shades阴影。根据前文“It was a gray, depressing day. The sky had been covered with clouds for 3 days in a row. ”可知，灰暗的天空会让色彩失去光泽。故选C。 【22题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：独自开车回家时，我播放了新年歌曲来振奋精神，但由于缺乏阳光，我仍然感到疲惫不堪、精力低下。A. late晚地；B. alone独自地；C. calmly平静地；D. slowly缓慢地。根据后文“With no one in the car”可知，作者是独自开车。故选B。 【23题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：独自开车回家时，我播放了新年歌曲来振奋精神，但由于缺乏阳光，我仍然感到疲惫不堪、精力低下。A. spirits情绪、精神；B. strength力量；C. level水平；D. thoughts想法。根据前文“depressing day”及后文“still felt exhausted and low in energy”可知，作者播放歌曲是为了振奋精神、改善情绪。故选A。 【24题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：突然，《我生命中最美好的一天》响起，我笑了——这首歌一直是我的最爱。A. Carefully仔细地；B. Suddenly突然地；C. Regularly定期地；D. Hopefully有希望地。根据前文“put in another New Year’s CD and listened to the music”可知，歌曲是突然播放到的。故选B。 【25题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：突然，《我生命中最美好的一天》响起，我笑了——这首歌一直是我的最爱。A. favorite最爱；B. habit习惯；C. memory回忆；D. promise承诺。根据前文“I smiled”可知，作者听到这首歌很开心，由此可推测这首歌是她的最爱。故选A。 【26题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：车里没人，我用微弱沙哑的声音跟着唱。A. moved移动；B. listened听；C. tapped轻敲；D. sang唱歌。根据后文“just as I started to sing”可知，此处指作者跟着歌曲唱歌。故选D。 【27题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：然而，就在我开始唱歌时，云层中出现了一道裂缝，一束阳光穿透了出来。A. went up上升；B. passed by经过；C. rolled over翻滚；D. broke through穿透、突破。根据前文“a crack appeared in the clouds”及后文“It shined through the window”可知，阳光从云层裂缝中穿透出来。故选D。 【28题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：它透过车窗照进来，像温柔的祝福一样落在我的脸上。A. hit撞击；B. crashed碰撞；C. landed落下、着陆；D. patted轻拍。根据前文“a beam of sunlight broke through”及下文“on my face like a gentle blessing”可知，阳光温柔地落在作者脸上。故选C。 【29题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：我沐浴在它的温暖中，心中充满了喜悦。A. bathed沐浴；B. occupied占据；C. interested使感兴趣；D. involved参与。根据后文“in its warmth”可知，作者沉浸在阳光的温暖中，be bathed in为固定搭配，意为“沐浴在……中”，符合语境。故选A。 【30题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：尽管云层的裂缝出现得快，闭合得也快，太阳再次被遮蔽，但它的光芒仍停留在我的灵魂深处。A. widened拓宽；B. expanded扩大；C. survived幸存；D. appeared出现。根据前文“just as I started to sing, a crack appeared in the clouds”及后文“the crack in the clouds closed”可知，此处指裂缝出现得快、闭合得也快。故选D。 【31题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：尽管云层的裂缝出现得快，闭合得也快，太阳再次被遮蔽，但它的光芒仍停留在我的灵魂深处。A. lost丢失；B. hidden隐藏、遮蔽；C. trapped困住；D. lit点燃。根据前文“the crack in the clouds closed”可知，云层闭合后太阳被遮蔽了。故选B。 【32题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：这个小小的奇迹振奋了我疲惫的心灵，我一路唱着歌回了家。A. story故事；B. courage勇气；C. miracle奇迹；D. secret秘密。根据前文阳光穿透云层又快速消失的经历及下文“cheered my tired heart”可知，作者将这次短暂的阳光照射视为振奋自己的小奇迹，miracle符合语境。故选C。 【33题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：生活给了每个人属于自己的阴霾日子——而且这些阴霾不只是在天空中。A. share份额；B. lesson教训；C. record记录；D. evidence证据。根据常识可知，每个人都会经历阴霾的日子。故选A。 【34题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：当这些日子来临时，你有两个选择：沉浸在阴霾中，或者让穿透云层的阳光照亮你的灵魂。A. chances机会；B. choices选择；C. excuses借口；D. hopes希望。根据后文“Get lost in grayness or let the sunshine...”可知，此处指面对阴霾有两个选择。故选B。 【35题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：当这些日子来临时，你有两个选择：沉浸在阴霾中，或者让穿透云层的阳光照亮你的灵魂。A. search寻找；B. touch触摸；C. brighten照亮、使快乐；D. open打开。根据前文“I was ____ in its warmth, filled with joy. I realize my troubles will pass away in the end, just like the sun will shine through the clouds. Although as quickly as it ____ , the crack in the clouds closed and the sun was ____ again, its light lingered (停留) in my soul.”可知，此处指阳光照亮灵魂。故选C。 第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分，满分15分) 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 A new opera based on the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West ____36____ (make) its world premiere (首演) on November 14, 2025 in San Francisco. The opera was staged with a mix of Eastern and Western artistic traditions ____37____ (present) the Monkey King to audiences in a fresh way. ____38____ (adapt) from the first few chapters of Ming Dynasty writer, Wu Cheng’ en’s Journey to the West, the opera tells the story of the early adventures of the Monkey King. Performed in both English and Mandarin, it combines opera, dance and puppetry (木偶戏) into the story of the stone-born monkey who challenges the gods of the seas and heavens in ____39____ (he) search for endless life. Lasting about 2 hours and 20 minutes, the opera combines centuries-old techniques ____40____ modern innovation. For example, traditional Chinese shadow-puppet skills appear together with digital images, ____41____ links old stage styles with modern design. Besides piano, violin, etc., the band especially features traditional Chinese ____42____ (instrument) such as the pipa (琵琶), gongs, creating ____43____ unique sound that bridges East and West. The production is directed by Diane Paulus, with puppetry direction, set and puppetry design by Basil Twist. Some art exhibits, featuring works by local artists inspired by the Monkey King, were paired with the premiere, ____44____ (effective) improving cultural exchange. The opera’s ____45____ (perform) on Nov.18 was aired online, broadening its reach to global audiences beyond the theater walls. 【答案】36. made 37. to present 38. Adapted 39. his 40. with 41. which 42. instruments 43. a 44. effectively 45. performance 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍2025年11月改编自《西游记》的新歌剧在旧金山首演，融合东西方艺术特色，以全新方式展现美猴王形象。 【36题详解】 考查动词时态。句意：一部以中国古典名著《西游记》为蓝本的新歌剧于2025年11月14日在旧金山举行了世界首演。此处为句子谓语动词，根据时间状语on November 14, 2025可知，描述过去发生的具体动作，用一般过去时，所以谓语动词为made。故填made。 【37题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：这部歌剧融合东西方艺术传统进行演出，以全新的方式向观众呈现美猴王的形象。此处作目的状语，用动词不定式形式to present，表“为了呈现”。故填to present。 【38题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：该剧改编自明代作家吴承恩《西游记》的前几章，讲述了美猴王早期的冒险故事。此处为非谓语动词作状语，the opera与adapt为被动关系，用过去分词adapted，位于句首，首字母大写。故填Adapted。 【39题详解】 考查代词。句意：该剧以英语和普通话双语演出，将歌剧、舞蹈和木偶戏融合进石猴的故事中，这只石猴为寻求长生不老，挑战了四海和天庭的众神。此处修饰名词search，用he的形容词性物主代词his，in his search for意为“在他寻求……的过程中”。故填his。 【40题详解】 考查介词。句意：这部时长约2小时20分钟的歌剧将数百年的传统技艺与现代创新融合在一起。此处为固定搭配combine...with...，意为“把……和……结合起来”，用介词with。故填with。 【41题详解】 考查定语从句。句意：例如，中国传统皮影戏技艺与数字影像同台呈现，将古老的舞台风格与现代设计联系起来。此处引导非限制性定语从句，先行词为前面整个句子，从句中缺少主语，用关系代词which。故填which。 【42题详解】 考查名词复数。句意：乐队除了钢琴、小提琴等乐器外，还特别加入了琵琶、锣等中国传统乐器，创造出一种连接东西方的独特音色。此处instrument为可数名词，由such as后的pipa, gongs可知表多种乐器，用复数形式instruments。故填instruments。 【43题详解】 考查冠词。句意：乐队除了钢琴、小提琴等乐器外，还特别加入了琵琶、锣等中国传统乐器，创造出一种连接东西方的独特音色。此处表泛指“一种独特的音色”，unique是以辅音音素开头的单词，用不定冠词a。故填a。 【44题详解】 考查副词。句意：一些以美猴王为灵感、由当地艺术家创作的艺术展品与首演同步展出，有效促进了文化交流。此处修饰动词improving，用effective的副词形式effectively，意为“有效地”。故填effectively。 【45题详解】 考查名词。句意：该剧11月18日的演出进行了线上直播，将其受众范围扩大到剧院之外的全球观众。此处位于名词所有格the opera’s之后，作句子主语，用perform的名词形式performance，意为“演出”，结合语境，此处表单次演出，用单数形式。故填performance。 第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分) 第一节(满分15分) 46. 假定你是李华，获悉爱尔兰好友Jack因为上周演讲比赛失利感到难过。请你就此给他回一封邮件，内容包括： (1)给予安慰； (2)表达期望。 注意： (1)写作词数应为80个左右； (2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Dear Jack, _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 【答案】 Dear Jack, I heard you felt upset about losing the speech contest last week. Please don’t be too hard on yourself! Everyone fails sometimes, but what matters is that we learn from mistakes. Remember, the effort you put in, which I know was huge, already makes you a winner in my eyes. What I truly believe is that setbacks are just stepping stones to success. The experience that you gained will help you perform even better next time. Keep practicing, and I’m sure you’ll achieve your goal! Stay positive — I’ll always cheer for you! Yours, Li Hua 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生以朋友身份安慰失利的Jack，需包含情感支持与未来鼓励。 【详解】1.词汇积累 竞赛：contest → competition 巨大的：huge→ enormous 挫折：setback → frustration 获得：gain → obtain 2.句式拓展 同义句替换 原句：I heard you felt upset about losing the speech contest last week. 拓展句：I heard that you felt upset because you lost the speech contest last week. 【点睛】【高分句型1】Everyone fails sometimes, but what matters is that we learn from mistakes.（运用了what引导的主语从句、that引导的表语从句） 【高分句型2】The experience that you gained will help you perform even better next time.（运用了that引导的限制性定语从句） 第二节(满分25分) 47. 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。 For as long as I can remember, my family was financially struggling. The year I turned 9 was the roughest of all, I think. Christmas approached. My parents tried to hide how stressed they were. I heard Mom crying at night in their room when she thought we were sleeping. Dad was getting bits of gray in his hair. His gloves were so worn-out that the fingertips had holes — he’d been using them for three winters. At some point, from half sentences and unspoken atmosphere, I figured it out. We didn’t have money and Christmas was going to be disappointing. I felt really bad for my little sister. I’d realized two years before that gifts aren’t brought by angels, but she didn’t know that yet, and I wanted her to still have the magic. I tried to tell myself it was okay, but I just couldn’t. I also felt selfish and guilty for wanting to cry whenever someone mentioned Christmas gifts. So I was not looking forward to the winter break at all. On the last day of school, my class teacher Mrs. Carter told me to stay in the classroom until everyone was out, because she needed to talk to me. Obviously, I thought I’d done something wrong, but instead of getting a lecture, she gave me a little red Christmas card with my name printed on it in gold letters. It had a small pocket with 50 dollars inside — that was a lot of money. She said she’d seen an angel leave it under the class Christmas tree. But I knew angels weren’t bringing gifts. My hands trembled as I held the card, the 50 dollars inside feeling heavier than any textbook. I stared at her — her glasses slipping down her nose, just like when she explained poems to us — and finally I managed to say, “I know the money is from you, not from an angel.” 注意： 1.续写词数应为150左右; 2.请按如下格式在相应位置作答。 She bent down and patted my shoulder gently. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ While listing gifts for my family, I thought of Mrs. Carter. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】 She bent down and patted my shoulder gently. “Shh,” she said with a warm smile. “Let’s just consider it as a little magic from an “angel” anyway. You can use this money to make this Christmas special for your family. I know it’s been a tough time for you all, and I just want to help bring some joy.” I was so touched that tears welled up in my eyes. I thanked her repeatedly and promised I would use the money wisely. While listing gifts for my family, I thought of Mrs. Carter. She had been so kind to me, and I wanted to show my gratitude. With the remaining money after buying gifts for my parents and sister, I bought a pair of new gloves for her. On the first day back to school after the break, I gave her the gloves, saying, “These are for you. Thank you for being my angel and making this Christmas the best one.” She hugged me tightly, and we both had big smiles on our faces. 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，主要讲述作者9岁时家庭经济困难，圣诞节即将来临，作者担心圣诞节会让妹妹失望，自己也因没钱买礼物而难过。在学校最后一天，老师给了作者一张装有50美元的圣诞卡，说是天使放在圣诞树下的，作者知道钱是老师给的。 【详解】1.段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容“她弯下腰，轻轻地拍了拍我的肩膀。”可知，第一段可描写老师对作者的安慰与鼓励，告知作者把钱当作天使的礼物去给家人过一个特别的圣诞节。 ②由第二段首句内容“在列给家人的礼物清单时，我想到了卡特夫人。”可知，第二段可描写作者感激老师，用剩下的钱给老师买礼物，回校后送给老师表达感谢。 2.续写线索：老师给安慰鼓励 —— 作者用50美元给家人买礼物 —— 想到老师的好 —— 给老师买礼物 —— 回校送老师礼物表达感谢 3.词汇激活 行为类 ①帮助：help/assist ②感谢：thank sb./express gratitude to sb. ③拥抱：hug/embrace 情绪类 ①感动：be touched/be moved ②感激：gratitude/appreciation 【点睛】【高分句型 1】I know it’s been a tough time for you all, and I just want to help bring some joy.（运用了省略that的宾语从句） 【高分句型 2】On the first day back to school after the break, I gave her the gloves, saying, “These are for you. Thank you for being my angel and making this Christmas the best one.”（运用了现在分词saying作伴随状语） 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 达州市2025年秋季学期高二年级教学质量监测英语试题 本试卷四部分，共10页，满分150分，考试时间120分钟。 注意事项： 1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的班级、姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上，并检查条形码粘贴是否正确。 2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。 3.考试结束后，将答题卡交回。 第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分) 第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分，满分7.5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三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话读两遍。 1. What happened to John last night? A. He was ill. B. He looked pale. C. He went to bed late. 2. What is the woman’s attitude to the man’s decision? A. Supportive. B. Disapproving. C. Surprised. 3. Where does the conversation most probably take place? A. In a gift shop. B. At an art exhibition. C. At a bookstore. 4. What might the weather be like this afternoon? A. Sunny. B. Snowy. C. Rainy. 5. Why does the woman grow sunflowers? A. To enjoy flowers. B. To sell flowers. C. To eat seeds. 第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分，满分22.5分) 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，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。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6. Why does the woman look sad? A. She didn’t pass her law exam. B. She can’t decide her career herself. C. She doesn’t make progress in dancing. 7. What does the man advise the woman to do? A. Study law. B. Stick to her dream. C. Understand her father. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. What is the man probably? A. A sports reporter. B. A sports fan. C. A soccer athlete. 9. Which two teams ended with the same score? A Italy and Haiti. B. Canada and Argentina. C. Mexico and France. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10. Why isn’t a bird suggested as a gift? A. It is noisy. B. It is smelly. C. It is hard to raise. 11. What pet does Cathy have? A. A dog. B. Amouse. C. A cat. 12. What will the speakers do next? A. Buy a rabbit for Robert. B. Ask Cathy for advice on pets. C. Go to the market with Robert. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。 13. How does the man prefer to go out now? A. By car. B. By bike. C. On foot. 14. How many miles will John drive this year? A. 9,000 miles. B. 10,000 miles. C. 11,000 miles. 15. What is the relationship between the woman and the man? A. Host and guest. B. Boss and employee. C. Teacher and student. 16. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. The man’s eating habit. B. The man’s driving plan. C. The man’s green lifestyle. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. When is the talk given? A. After the final exam. B. Before the start of a vacation. C. At the beginning of college life. 18 What is the main purpose of lectures? A. To present new topics. B To recommend a reading list. C. To explain textbook contents in detail. 19. What advice does the speaker give about taking notes? A. Focus on the key points. B. Remember the examples. C. Write down the exact words. 20. What does the speaker remind the listeners to do in the end? A. Try to record every lecture. B. Ask questions with good manners. C. Get the permission before recording. 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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A After spending years behind the camera creating science documentaries, we’ve learned that the best nature documentaries do something most viewers never notice: They make the invisible visible. Want to get up close and personal with nature? Read on for the 4 best nature documentaries streaming on platforms. Planet Earth (2006) Produced by the BBC, this classic documentary delivers a sense of awe and modesty only nature can inspire — perfect for anyone who’s ever wanted to feel truly small in the best way. Narrated (解说) by David Attenborough, it is one of the greatest science documentary series of all time! Where to watch: Discovery+, Amazon Prime, BBC Born in China (2016) Co-produced by Disney nature and Shanghai Media Group it is a documentary film journeying into China’s little-explored wilds. You’ll see giant pandas, snow leopards and golden monkeys raise their young, overcome hardships, and grow up healthy and strong in these landscapes. Where to watch: Amazon Video, Apple TV My Octopus Teacher (2020) Produced by Off The Fence, this beautiful, moving and Oscar-winning documentary is a love letter to the natural world, and a reminder of how much we have yet to understand. It unexpectedly tells a touching story about the friendship between humans and a highly intelligent wild octopus (章鱼). Where to watch: Netflix Secrets of the Whales (2021) Produced by National Geographic, it features Sigourney Weaver’s narration that highlights this epic underwater storytelling. You’ll see whales use tools, teach traditions and communicate in family groups. It’ll expand your understanding of whales’ high intelligence. Where to watch: Disney+ 1. Which platform can you watch Planet Earth on? A. Netflix. B. BBC. C. Disney+. D. Apple TV. 2. What is special about Born in China? A. It tells underwater stories. B. It presents the unique landscapes. C. It is co-produced by two companies. D. It is mainly about the wonder of nature. 3. What do My Octopus Teacher and Secrets of the Whales have in common? A. They are Oscar-winning works. B. They are about animal emotions. C They focus on intelligent animals. D. They show animals’ bonds with humans. B When one thinks of vending machines (自动售货机), one tends to think of delicious but likely not healthy snacks like candy bars, potato chips, and soft drinks. There is nothing wrong with treating yourself to vending machine snacks sometimes. But what if a vending machine could feed brains instead of stomachs? That’s what LitBox, a vending machine which gives out books, hopes to do. The idea of a vending machine for books came to Washington DC author Lauren Woods after she saw a similar one in Europe. But unlike the European vending machines she had noticed, Woods wanted her machine to do something more specific than just sell books: She wanted it to sell local books. Before that, she became disappointed with big-chain bookstores. She thought the things they sold were exciting but shallow (肤浅的), and there were not enough bookstores focusing on local writers. “I had friends who wrote award-winning books and couldn’t get their books into DC bookstores — either the books were published by small presses, or they didn’t have mass appeal, or the book sellers didn’t think they would be profitable. And that always seemed wrong to me,” Woods said. And so she set out to change that via a vending machine. LitBox is now filled with books that focus on literature, from poetry, to fiction, and even children’s books, all written by local authors. Woods chose these literary books on purpose. She wanted people to get away from the tell-all biographies and boring talks about government rules that fill the DC market. She hoped people would slow down and learn to care about others. This, according to her, is the primary role of literature: allowing readers to put themselves in the shoes of people who may be different from them. Thanks to Woods’ creativity and drive, now the authors in her community can get the support they need, while readers can discover how delightful it is to find a new book or the author they may not have found in a big-chain bookstore. 4. What inspired Lauren Woods to create LitBox? A. Need to help local presses make profits. B. Popular snack vending machines in DC. C. A similar book vending machine in Europe. D. Her friends’ failure to enter big bookstores. 5. What is paragraph 3 mainly about? A. Value of local award-winning books. B. Problems of big-chain bookstores in DC. C. Challenges local authors face in bookstores. D. Woods’ dissatisfaction with the book market. 6. Why does LitBox focus on literature? A. Local authors want more sales. B. Literary books are much cheaper. C. Literature helps readers understand others. D. Local authors are good at writing literary works. 7. Which best describes Lauren Woods? A. Generous and reliable. B. Creative and supportive. C. Delightful and positive. D. Thoughtful and persistent. C Farming brings a special joy. You feel connected to the earth, and it’s rewarding to plant seeds that grow into life-giving things. Agriculture combines age-old traditions with caring for the land and feeding communities around the globe. Many people tend to see agriculture as a romantic activity that lets them get back to nature. However, in reality, efficient and healthy agricultural practices rely on a lot of innovative technology and data. Farmers need the data from the fields in order to keep their crops growing well. This is where VTT, a Finnish technical research center, comes in. The center has created a solar-powered battery cell (电池组) that can power agricultural sensors and then biodegrade (生物降解) into the soil. This device was made by an international team from six science groups. The cell is about the size of a credit card. It is light, so it can be attached to plants easily. Most importantly, the cell will break down in a few weeks or months. “When a solar cell is used in an agricultural application, biodegradability is essential. In this case, there is no real harm caused if the cell cannot be removed from the field, even if it is in close contact with the soil. And it does not add harmful substances to the environment, nor does it exacerbate microplastic problems. ”Maria Smolander, a team research leader at VTT, said in a statement. These solar cells are very helpful for farmers in the European Union (EU). EU rules require these farmers to check soil health regularly. The cells also help farmers around the world: They help collect correct data, support environmental sustainability (可持续性) through biodegradability, and help increase agricultural production effectively. Technology is changing faster than ever, and it can bring great positive changes too. VTT’s solar cells use innovative technology that has the potential to improve how farmers work, and contribute to a world that is more sustainable, healthier, and better fed. 8. How can efficient and healthy agriculture be achieved? A. By relying on traditional farming skills. B. By using innovative technology and data. C. By building a romantic connection to nature. D. By getting support from global communities. 9. Which is the key feature of the new battery cell? A. It is as small as a credit card. B. It can be attached to the plants. C. It can break down in the soil quickly. D. It is developed by an international team. 10. What does the underlined word “exacerbate” in paragraph 4 probably mean? A. Worsen. B. Solve. C. Reduce. D. Limit. 11. What is the author’s purpose in writing the text? A. To explain how solar cells work in agriculture. B. To show solar cells’ role in sustainable agriculture. C. To introduce EU farming rules about sustainability. D. To compare traditional and modern farming methods. D If you have used TikTok or follow trends, why does everything look so familiar? From fashion to retro (复古的) technology, everything old is new again for Gen Z—young people born between 1997 and 2012 who grew up with smartphones and social media. In fact, Gen Z is making retro technology from Polaroid cameras to vinyl records the biggest trend in 2025. This trend is leading young people to use technologies that were replaced by smartphones. But is it driven by a need for nostalgia (怀旧)or part of the desire to take a break from screens? “When you check how much time Gen Z spends in front of screens, it’s almost a lifetime, ”said Beth McGroarty, the research director at the Global Wellness Institute. According to the Customer Think website, there are three main reasons: curiosity, the nice look of retro things, and an escape from a too-busy world. There is actually a psychological reason for this trend’s popularity. Young people are looking for real and genuine things, as well as feeling tired of digital devices. Many Gen Zers can hardly remember or have not experienced a time without smartphones and screens. For London Glorfield, a 27-year-old former recording artist, he was only nine when the first iPhone came out. But he felt flooded by technology when he was growing up. The desire to disconnect inspired him to start Kickback, a retro technology brand aimed at Gen Zers. The New York based company sells record players, cameras, cassette players, and other retro technology, and its products have quickly become popular with young consumers. Another big part of the retro trend is reflected in rejecting fast fashion and embracing (拥抱) retro fashion. Wide-leg jeans and cargo pants are back after being last worn in the 90s. Another fashion that was out and in again are Ugg boots. Wear your Uggs under your wide-leg jeans. Nostalgia can be a great push, especially if it is coupled with a less stressful period of time. So, take a break from being on 24/7 and embrace the retro trend. 12. What is the trend of Gen Zmentioned in the text? A. Loving retro technology. B. Sharing retro trends on TikTok. C. Creating retro technology products. D. Using retro devices instead of phones. 13. Why did London Glorfield start Kickback? A. To advertise his records. B. To sell old smartphones. C. To support young artists. D. To avoid digital overload. 14. What does the author advise people to do? A. Follow the retro trend. B. Work around the clock daily. C. Control nostalgic feelings. D. Try new technologies bravely. 15. Which is the best title of the text? A. Gen Z Creates Retro Technology B. Gen Z Brings Old Trends Back to Life C. Retro Fashion: A Return of the Old Style D. Retro Trend: A Hot Business Opportunity 第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分，满分12.5分) 根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 If the average person could improve just one quality, many would choose humor. People value charm, wisdom...but humor is a magic key. ____16____. Fortunately, humor is not talent — practical techniques can help anyone become funnier. ●Master the “rule of three” technique Comedians often use the “rule of three”, which means they say two normal things and then something funny. The unexpected is funnier. For example, someone asks how your birthday went? ____17____ ●Keep your jokes sharp and brief And when you joke, be sharp and quick. The longer it takes you to make a remark, the less funny it will be. The definition of a bore is someone in love with the sound of his own voice. Unfunny people are the same. ____18____. They assume people are fascinated by everything that comes out of their mouths. ●____19____ As with so many things in life, some are born gifted, others have to learn. The key is practise. And that means socializing with funny people. Just as your conversation skills will improve if you spend time around great talkers, so your humor will be shaped by hanging out with funny friends. ●Tell self-deprecating (自嘲) stories Stories are much better. ____20____. The British comedian Ricky Gervais often remarks that wealth and fame make it harder to be funny. After all, how can you joke about public transport when you are a multi-millionaire who takes a private plane? The audience can’t take you seriously. Instead, he has to focus on losing his hair or getting fat. A. Improve conversation skills B. They take forever to tell a joke C. Practise with funny companions D. But they should usually be jokes you make about yourself E. It oils the wheels of social interaction and makes almost anyone appealing F. You reply “I got a cake, lovely cards, moving another year closer to death.” G. You respond “A delicious cake, lovely cards, and a wonderful birthday party.” 第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分) 第一节(共15小题;每小题1分，满分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。 It was a gray, depressing day. The sky had been covered with clouds for 3 days in a row. All the world’s ____21____ lost their shine under the gray sky. Driving home ____22____, I put on New Year’s songs to lift my ____23____ but I still felt exhausted and low in energy because of the lack of light. I put in another New Year’s CD and listened to the music. ____24____, “Best Day of My Life” was playing and I smiled — this song had always been my ____25____. With no one in the car, I ____26____ along in my weak, rough voice. However, just as I started to sing, a crack (裂缝) appeared in the clouds and a beam of sunlight ____27____. It shined through the window of my car and____28____ on my face like a gentle blessing. I was ____29____ in its warmth, filled with joy. I realize my troubles will pass away in the end, just like the sun will shine through the clouds. Although as quickly as it ____30____, the crack in the clouds closed and the sun was ____31____ again, its light lingered (停留) in my soul. This little ____32____ cheered my tired heart and I sang all the way home. Life gives everyone their ____33____ of gray days — and they aren’t just in the sky. When these days appear you have two ____34____: Get lost in grayness or let the sunshine cracking through clouds ____35____ your soul. 21. A. sounds B. shapes C. colors D. shades 22. A. late B. alone C. calmly D. slowly 23. A. spirits B. strength C. level D. thoughts 24. A. Carefully B. Suddenly C. Regularly D. Hopefully 25. A. favorite B. habit C. memory D. promise 26. A. moved B. listened C. tapped D. sang 27. A. went up B. passed by C. rolled over D. broke through 28. A. hit B. crashed C. landed D. patted 29. A. bathed B. occupied C. interested D. involved 30. A. widened B. expanded C. survived D. appeared 31. A. lost B. hidden C. trapped D. lit 32. A. story B. courage C. miracle D. secret 33. A. share B. lesson C. record D. evidence 34. A. chances B. choices C. excuses D. hopes 35. A. search B. touch C. brighten D. open 第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分，满分15分) 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 A new opera based on the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West ____36____ (make) its world premiere (首演) on November 14, 2025 in San Francisco. The opera was staged with a mix of Eastern and Western artistic traditions ____37____ (present) the Monkey King to audiences in a fresh way. ____38____ (adapt) from the first few chapters of Ming Dynasty writer, Wu Cheng’ en’s Journey to the West, the opera tells the story of the early adventures of the Monkey King. Performed in both English and Mandarin, it combines opera, dance and puppetry (木偶戏) into the story of the stone-born monkey who challenges the gods of the seas and heavens in ____39____ (he) search for endless life. Lasting about 2 hours and 20 minutes, the opera combines centuries-old techniques ____40____ modern innovation. For example, traditional Chinese shadow-puppet skills appear together with digital images, ____41____ links old stage styles with modern design. Besides piano, violin, etc., the band especially features traditional Chinese ____42____ (instrument) such as the pipa (琵琶), gongs, creating ____43____ unique sound that bridges East and West. The production is directed by Diane Paulus, with puppetry direction, set and puppetry design by Basil Twist. Some art exhibits, featuring works by local artists inspired by the Monkey King, were paired with the premiere, ____44____ (effective) improving cultural exchange. The opera’s ____45____ (perform) on Nov.18 was aired online, broadening its reach to global audiences beyond the theater walls. 第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分) 第一节(满分15分) 46. 假定你是李华，获悉爱尔兰好友Jack因为上周演讲比赛失利感到难过。请你就此给他回一封邮件，内容包括： (1)给予安慰； (2)表达期望。 注意： (1)写作词数应为80个左右； (2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Dear Jack, _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 第二节(满分25分) 47. 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。 For as long as I can remember, my family was financially struggling. The year I turned 9 was the roughest of all, I think. Christmas approached. My parents tried to hide how stressed they were. I heard Mom crying at night in their room when she thought we were sleeping. Dad was getting bits of gray in his hair. His gloves were so worn-out that the fingertips had holes — he’d been using them for three winters. At some point, from half sentences and unspoken atmosphere, I figured it out. We didn’t have money and Christmas was going to be disappointing. I felt really bad for my little sister. I’d realized two years before that gifts aren’t brought by angels, but she didn’t know that yet, and I wanted her to still have the magic. I tried to tell myself it was okay, but I just couldn’t. I also felt selfish and guilty for wanting to cry whenever someone mentioned Christmas gifts. So I was not looking forward to the winter break at all. On the last day of school, my class teacher Mrs. Carter told me to stay in the classroom until everyone was out, because she needed to talk to me. Obviously, I thought I’d done something wrong, but instead of getting a lecture, she gave me a little red Christmas card with my name printed on it in gold letters. It had a small pocket with 50 dollars inside — that was a lot of money. She said she’d seen an angel leave it under the class Christmas tree. But I knew angels weren’t bringing gifts. My hands trembled as I held the card, the 50 dollars inside feeling heavier than any textbook. I stared at her — her glasses slipping down her nose, just like when she explained poems to us — and finally I managed to say, “I know the money is from you, not from an angel.” 注意： 1.续写词数应为150左右; 2.请按如下格式在相应位置作答。 She bent down and patted my shoulder gently. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ While listing gifts for my family, I thought of Mrs. Carter. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $