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景德镇一中2025-2026学年度第一学期期末考试高二英语试卷
考试时间:120分钟 满分:150分
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
做题时,先将答案标在试卷上。听力结束后,你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
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 was the problem with the coffee last time?
A.It was the wrong temperature.
B.It was too expensive.
C.It wasn’t sweet enough.
2.What is the answer of the last puzzle?
A.A door handle. B.A clock. C.A keyboard.
3.What does the woman probably like most about this book?
A.The effect on her feelings.
B.The unique characters.
C.The long history.
4.What mainly went wrong?
A.The man forgot about the meeting.
B.The woman misunderstood the appointment time.
C.The speakers went to different locations.
5.How does the woman probably feel now?
A.Impressed. B.Concerned. C.Hungry.
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.How often do the speakers normally see each other?
A.Every month. B.Every week. C.Every two weeks.
7.What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A.An after-school lesson. B.A medical check. C.A haircut.
听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
8.When is the conversation probably taking place?
A.Spring. B.Autumn. C.Winter.
9.What did the man say was most important?
A.Staying low. B.Practicing turning. C.Keeping balance.
听第8段材料,回答第10至13题。
10.Where are the speakers?
A.At a store. B.At a café. C.At a news stand.
11.What does the man introduce first about the flight?
A.The flight path. B.The plane’s technology. C.The requirements of the pilots.
12.What surprised the man most about this journey?
A.How many pilots were involved.
B.How long it took.
C.How small the plane was.
13.What does the woman think of the plane?
A.It is ready for business.
B.It relies too much on fuel
C.It needs more development.
听第9段材料,回答第14至17题。
14.What’s the relationship between the speakers?
A.Fellow volunteers. B.Strangers. C.Neighbors.
15.Who actually helps the group keep running?
A.Individual donors. B.Large store owners. C.School leaders.
16.What is the group’s main goal?
A.Teaching children how to read.
B.Offering books to areas without library access.
C.Encouraging people to exchange books.
17.What did the man probably hand to the woman?
A.A map B.A book. C.A brochure.
听第10段材料,回答第18至20题。
18.Which is the subject of the class?
A.History. B.Science. C.Art.
19.What is the speaker trying to do?
A.Emphasize class rules.
B.Develop the children’s interest.
C.Know about the children.
20.What are the listeners expected to do next?
A.Give their answers B.Write down notes. C.. Raise questions.
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
On a hot afternoon, Mr. Carter’s Electric Vehicle (EV) dies while he drives to pick up his daughter. The nearest charging station is 15 miles away, and even charging takes over 30 minutes. Frustrated, he’s stuck — a common trouble for EV drivers. But solid-state batteries may soon end such “range anxiety” and long waits.
Benefits of Solid-State EVs:
Safety
Solid-state batteries contain no easy-to-burn liquid electrolyte, making them much safer by virtually reducing the risk of battery fires.
Range
They can store significantly more energy, enabling electric vehicles to travel 400 to 600 miles on a single charge and declining range anxiety.
Charging Speed
These batteries promise extremely fast recharge times in just minutes, making the experience comparable to refueling a gasoline car.
Size& Weight
Designed to be smaller and lighter than lithium-ion (锂离子) batteries, they achieve higher energy density (密度) by removing heavy components like graphite anodes (石墨阳极) .
A global race is underway to power the next generation of EVs.
The Timeline·2025: Price reduction to $115/kWh
·2027: First prototype demonstrations in vehicles
·2030: Target for large-scale commercialization
·2032:Massive production
Yet, producing these batteries is difficult. Some promising solid materials are extremely sensitive to dampness and can produce harmful gas if exposed to air. Additionally, the battery storage slightly expands and contracts with each charge cycle, a phenomenon known as “reversible breathing”, which the battery design must accommodate.
Despite the challenges, the long-term demand is clear. By combining the lithium-metal anode with solid-state technology, the goal is to achieve higher energy, higher power, and improved safety. For high-performance applications like EVs, drones, or even aviation, solid-state batteries could be the ideal choice.
1. What problem may solid-state batteries solve for EVs?
A. Small passenger space. B. Short battery lifetime.
C. Long charging time. D. High production costs.
2. How do solid-state batteries gain their advantages in size and weight?
A. By using more graphite anodes. B. By storing more energy per unit volume.
C By powering smaller EVs. D. By containing no easy-to-burn materials.
3. What is a challenge in making solid-state batteries?
A. Some materials should be kept from air. B. Available materials are limited.
C. Harmful gas can’t be detected easily. D. Special chargers are needed.
B
In what would become one of her last interviews, Jane sat with a faded photograph in her hands. The image showed the baby Jane holding her first birthday gift from her father — a stuffed chimpanzee Jubilee. “My mother’s friends were horrified by this toy, thinking it would frighten me and give me nightmares,” she recalled. Instead, it led to her sense of wonder about the world and changed humankind’s understanding of animals.
Her fascination with Africa began not long after she learned to read. She discovered Dr. Doolittle at eight, and Tarzan and the Apes by ten. It was then that she announced she was going to grow up, go to Africa, live with wild animals, and write books about them. This was in 1944, when World War II was raging and the idea of women as professionals “just wasn’t on the table.”
London-born Jane always credited her parents — businessman Mortimer Herbert and novelist Margaret Joseph — for their support. When other children teased her unusual dream, her mother reassured her: true dreams demand tireless work, seizing opportunity, and never giving in to doubt. This firm belief became her life’s foundation. A memory from age four captures this: she had disappeared for four hours, causing considerable concern, only to be discovered sitting contentedly in the henhouse, absorbed in watching the hens and wondering where their eggs came from. Instead of scolding her, her mother saw the profound wonder in her daughter’s eyes.
Her work defined her life — right up to the end. Despite her advanced age Jane traveled 300 days a year, delivering talks to students, scientists, and academics. She was on a speaking tour in the U.S. when she departed this life recently in her sleep at a hotel in Los Angeles.
Tributes (颂词) flooded in from far and wide. “Jane’s work on primates and the importance of conservation opened the doors for generations of women in science,” Barack Obama said. Prince William praised her “infinite curiosity, compassion, and pioneering spirit. She challenged us all to make a difference and inspired me and countless others to work to protect our planet.”
4. Why is the toy Jubilee mentioned?
A. It shows the fears it created in her childhood.
B. It highlights its inspiring role in her life.
C. It justifies her bond with family social circle.
D. It functions as her first scientific subject.
5. What does “wasn’t on the table” suggest in paragraph 2?
A. Wildlife study was unsuitable for women.
B. Scientific practice was set under the table.
C. Society could accommodate girls' ambition.
D. Female scientists were less acknowledged.
6. What quality did Jane get from her family education?
A. Boundless curiosity and persistence.
B. Strong ambition and competitiveness.
C. A creative and imaginative mindset.
D. A gentle and caring heart for creatures.
7. What’s the purpose of the text?
A. To launch a pioneering campaign. B. To introduce a promising career.
C. To remember a guardian of nature. D. To awaken a passion for wildlife.
C
New research led by Brian Meier, a professor of psychology, provides compelling evidence of humans’ deep-seated preference for products labeled as “natural”, demonstrating how this bias significantly influences real-world decision-making even when potential risks are involved.
Prior studies have shown that the bias extends across various fields. However, many of them relied on self-reported preferences in hypothetical scenarios (假设情景), leaving a gap in our understanding of how the bias influences actual behavior. Therefore, Brian and his colleagues conducted three experiments to test participants’ choices and performances in different contexts.
The first experiment involved 174 college students who were led to believe they were testing a strength-enhancing drink described as either natural or synthetic (合成的). When asked to choose between the two options before repeating a grip strength test, an overwhelming 84% selected the natural-labeled drink, despite both being identical water samples.
In the second experiment, 98 students were offered chocolate described as containing either natural or synthetic cocoa, with researchers introducing an element of risk by mentioning potential stomach discomfort. Remarkably, 84% still chose the natural option, maintaining their preference even when facing possible adverse effects.
The third experiment extended the research beyond laboratory settings, approaching 200 passers-by on a street. Participants evaluated stickers described as using natural or synthetic ink, then selected one to keep. Results showed 66% preferred natural-labeled stickers, which they also rated as higher quality and more appealing than their synthetic counterparts.
“The vast majority of subjects exhibited a clear behavioral preference that was influenced solely by the ‘natural’ label across all three experimental contexts,” Meier stated. The research, which spanned diverse settings and product categories, yielded remarkably consistent results, strongly confirming the profound impact of naturalness branding on consumer decision-making.
Based on these convincing findings, Meier and her research team have outlined several promising avenues for further investigation. Their future work aims to delve deeper into the underlying cognitive and emotional mechanisms of this “naturalness bias”, unlocking its potential applications in strategic marketing and the formulation of public policy.
8. How did Brian Meier’s research differ from earlier studies on naturalness bias?
A. It explored completely new fields.
B. It repeated experiments for accuracy.
C. It tested people in real-life situations.
D. It focused more on data comparison.
9. What can be inferred from the three experiments mentioned in the passage?
A. Risks lower the preference.
B. The bias depends on product type.
C. The synthetic option tasted better.
D. The bias works despite no real difference.
10. What might be a direction of future research according to the research team?
A Behavioral bias. B. Consumer behavior.
C. Product labeling strategies. D. Hidden psychological mechanisms.
11. What might be the best title for the passage?
A. The Power of “Natural”: How labels Shape Our Decisions
B. The Risks of Natural Products: A Psychological Analysis
C. Natural VS Synthetic: Consumer choices in Everyday Life
D. Beyond the Label: New Research in Consumer Psychology
D
For all the fears around teens and screens, the most square-eyed generation is the elderly. Older people have long been champion TV-viewers. Now a new generation of pensioners (领养老金的人) are adding to their screen time with smartphones and iPads, which take up more than half of their waking hours.
The digitization of old age is a good thing. Facebook and WhatsApp bring daily updates from old friends and faraway grandchildren. Zoom transports church, book clubs and doctors’ appointments into the home for people who cannot attend personally. E-commerce removes physical shopping burdens. Hours of entertainment from any era are available on demand. A connected retirement is more fulfilling and fun than an offline one.
Older people are protected from some of the on-screen risks that threaten teenagers. Having established their key real-life relationships, they are less in danger of the social development challenges that affect youth. Their worldviews, already formed, prove more resistant to online temptation. Furthermore, their extensive free time means swapping one leisure pursuit for another — unlike for students facing academic pressures.
However, as retirement moves online there will be costs that society must consider. Older folks' devices, unlike those of teenagers, are usually connected to credit cards. Door-to-door cheats, who have long preyed (欺骗) on the elderly, can now go iPad-to-iPad. The authorities rightly strive to protect children from online predators. They must recognize that there is another, fast-growing disadvantaged group to look after. Additionally, as heavy consumers of digital news, older adults tend to fall for misinformation — a problem made worse by advancing AI technology. Since seniors are the most consistent voting group, their potential miseducation would negatively affect elections.
The social impact remains complex. While digital connectivity reduces feelings of loneliness, it may also reduce physical social interaction. Unlike children whose screen time is regulated by adults, seniors generally lack guidance from others in dealing with these pros and cons. Next time children are urged to put down the phones, they might glance toward their grandparents — equally obsessed with their own screens — suggesting that digital responsibility knows no age limit.
12. Why is digital life beneficial to the elderly?
A. It is a replacement for their offline life.
B. It reduces their need for entertainment.
C. It gives access to professional training.
D It offers social contact and convenience.
13. Why are elderly users more resistant to some digital risks?
A. They receive family guidance. B. They have sound life foundations.
C. They use simpler digital devices. D. They possess stronger technical skills.
14. What can be inferred from paragraph 4?
A. Teenagers are better at identifying online cheating.
B. AI technology is a primary driver of misinformation.
C. Governments should expand online protection efforts.
D. Seniors hold a casual attitude towards political affairs.
15. Which describes the author’s attitude to the digitization of seniors?
A. Skeptical. B. Concerned. C. Pessimistic. D. Favorable.
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Green roofs have been around for thousands of years, long before modern housing was developed. From the simple grass-covered roofs above caves to the famous Hanging Gardens of Babylon, they remained an important part of architecture. ___16___ They bring enormous environmental benefits and offer solutions to some pressing ecological challenges of our time.
In the design of a green roof, there are key factors that count. The first step is to install (安装) a protective layer over the roof to prevent water damage. ___17___ It’s essential to choose high-quality materials, as once the green roof is completed and the building is in use, replacing the protective layer becomes difficult and expensive.
Next, a drainage (排水) layer, which is often made of pebbles or a special mat, is placed on top. It helps water flow off the roof instead of pooling on it. Then, a growing medium, like soil or other similar materials, is spread over the drainage layer. ___18___
Now it’s time to choose plants for the roof. Some plants have shallow root systems and don’t need much water. ___19___ Sedum and chives are good examples of such plants. They are not only water-efficient but tough and long-lasting.
___20___ It’s important to think about your budget. On average, it costs $25 to $30 per square foot to install a green roof. This doesn’t include the cost of installing or repairing the normal roof underneath. And there is labour cost to cover. If a traditional roof costs $30 per square foot, installing a green roof could easily double that expense.
A. This is where the plants will grow.
B. However, green roofs come at a high cost.
C. Today, green roofs are gaining more attention.
D. These features make them ideal for green roofs.
E. As a result, they led to the popularity of green roofs.
F. Green roof materials can range from grass to solar panels.
G. The layer also stops plant roots growing into the roof structure.
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,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
I was a painfully shy bookworm, hiding behind thick novels to avoid conversation. My secret shelter was the dusty town ____21____. One rainy afternoon, I watched in horror as old Mr. Clark, the librarian, awkwardly ____22____ a towering pile of books. The ancient Oxford English Dictionary, the library’s crown jewel, ____23____ from his grasp and landed in a deep puddle (小水坑)with a ____24____ splash (溅泼声).
While everyone cried in shock, I ____25____ without a second thought. I raced outside, scooped up (捡起) the dripping giant, and ____26____ it to the counter. “We need paper towels ____27____!” I instructed, my voice surprisingly ____28____. “And someone call a book conservator!”
To my ____29____, they listened. For the next hour, I directed the rescue operation with knowledge I’d ____30____ from reading about book preservation. The dictionary ____31____.
Mr. Clark later told me, “You weren’t just saving a book today. You were ____32____.” That wet dictionary taught me that courage isn’t the absence of fear, but the strong ____33____ that something else matters more. My ____34____, I discovered, was there all along — it just needed the right ____35____ to be heard.
21. A. mall B. museum C. hall D. library
22. A. handled B. read C. printed D. published
23. A. originated B. departed C. slipped D. disappeared
24. A. pressing B. appealing C. freezing D. sickening
25. A. left B. screamed C. acted D. rose
26. A. rushed B. fixed C. attached D. shifted
27. A. immediately B. relatively C. admittedly D. frequently
28. A. awed B. firm C. thrilled D. flat
29. A. satisfaction B. astonishment C. frustration D. disappointment
30. A. absorbed B. removed C. borrowed D. made
31. A. bombed B. existed C. emerged D. survived
32. A. reacting B. growing C. acting D. leading
33. A. belief B. explanation C. proof D. information
34. A. opinion B. proposal C. voice D. ambition
35. A. position B. moment C. venue D. person
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
On Thursday, the National Cultural Heritage Administration in Beijing revealed that archaeologists ___36___ (discover) two sunken ships in the depths of the South China Sea. It offered tangible evidence of commercial and ___37___ (culture) exchanges along the ancient Maritime Silk Road.
The latest underwater archaeological ___38___ (explore) carried out by the National Center for Archaeology have ___39___ (significant) uncovered important artifacts. In addition to the shipwrecks, many artifacts, including pottery, porcelain and ironware, have been unearthed, most of ___40___ were made in kiln (窑炉) in Jingdezhen, known as China’s “porcelain capital”. The precise locations of the shipwrecks and the associated cultural relics ___41___ (determine) through the use of oceanographic technology and underwater investigations involving manned submersibles, which conducted 41 dives throughout the year, as confirmed by Song Jianzhong, ___42___ researcher at the National Center for Archaeology.
The Ming Dynasty’s No.1 shipwreck, ___43___ (measure) 37 meters long and 11 meters wide, has yielded 543 artifacts, suggesting it sailed from Fujian to Southeast Asia trade centers like Malacca. The No.2 shipwreck dates ___44___ the rule of Emperor Hongzhi and measures about 21 meters long and 8 meters wide. A total of 36 artifacts have been found on it, porcelain and pottery ____45____ (include).
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假设你是李华,你校“Technology & Life”英文专栏发起题为“AI Empowers (赋能) My Life”的分享活动。请你写一篇短文投稿,内容包括:
1. 你的AI应用;
2. AI对你的影响。
注意:
1. 词数80左右;
2. 可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯;
3. 短文题目已给出。
AI Empowers My Life
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第二节(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料,根据具体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。
On a hot afternoon, I was driving home when I saw an old lady walking slowly along the roadside, carrying a heavy bag of groceries and leaning on her walker. I had seen her a few times before, and each time I felt guilty for not stopping to help. But this time, I pulled over and rolled down my window. “Do you need a ride?” I asked. “Let me help with your groceries,” I said, loading her walker and bag into the trunk before assisting her into the passenger seat.
“Thank you, kid,” she replied. She introduced herself as Ida, a cashier at a nearby store who had missed her usual bus. During the drive, she waved to some homeless people under a bridge and cheerfully invited them to her “pasta night”. I was touched by her kindness.
We soon entered an unfamiliar area. The sun was going down, and I started to feel uneasy. When Ida finally pointed to her home—an old apartment building, my heart sank: a group of young men in their early 20s was gathering at the entrance. Some smoked, others sat on motorcycles, and one in a hoodie(连帽衫)stared at me with a smile that felt threatening. “Troublemakers”, I thought to myself.
I was getting more and more worried. Still, I parked the car at the place she directed and opened the trunk. Ida asked that hoodie boy to help with her groceries. She thanked me and I quickly drove away.
Suddenly, the roar of a motorcycle sounded behind me. It was that hoodie guy! He didn’t overtake; he just kept pace, waving for me to stop. No way was I going to stop for a stranger on a deserted street. In a panic, I reached down for my purse to get my cell phone to call 911. I felt an empty seat. My purse wasn’t there! “She stole my purse!” I may have used stronger language. So much for acts of kindness, I thought.
注意:1.所续写短文的词数应为150左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Meanwhile, the guy stayed close to me, continually signaling for me to stop.
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Speechless, I handed him his grandma’s purse, and then he took off.
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景德镇一中2025-2026学年度第一学期期末考试高二英语试卷
考试时间:120分钟 满分:150分
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
做题时,先将答案标在试卷上。听力结束后,你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
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 was the problem with the coffee last time?
A.It was the wrong temperature.
B.It was too expensive.
C.It wasn’t sweet enough.
2.What is the answer of the last puzzle?
A.A door handle. B.A clock. C.A keyboard.
3.What does the woman probably like most about this book?
A.The effect on her feelings.
B.The unique characters.
C.The long history.
4.What mainly went wrong?
A.The man forgot about the meeting.
B.The woman misunderstood the appointment time.
C.The speakers went to different locations.
5.How does the woman probably feel now?
A.Impressed. B.Concerned. C.Hungry.
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.How often do the speakers normally see each other?
A.Every month. B.Every week. C.Every two weeks.
7.What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A.An after-school lesson. B.A medical check. C.A haircut.
听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
8.When is the conversation probably taking place?
A.Spring. B.Autumn. C.Winter.
9.What did the man say was most important?
A.Staying low. B.Practicing turning. C.Keeping balance.
听第8段材料,回答第10至13题。
10.Where are the speakers?
A.At a store. B.At a café. C.At a news stand.
11.What does the man introduce first about the flight?
A.The flight path. B.The plane’s technology. C.The requirements of the pilots.
12.What surprised the man most about this journey?
A.How many pilots were involved.
B.How long it took.
C.How small the plane was
13.What does the woman think of the plane?
A.It is ready for business.
B.It relies too much on fuel.
C.It needs more development.
听第9段材料,回答第14至17题。
14.What’s the relationship between the speakers?
A.Fellow volunteers. B.Strangers. C.Neighbors.
15.Who actually helps the group keep running?
A.Individual donors. B.Large store owners. C.School leaders.
16.What is the group’s main goal?
A.Teaching children how to read.
B.Offering books to areas without library access.
C.Encouraging people to exchange books.
17.What did the man probably hand to the woman?
A.A map. B.A book. C.A brochure.
听第10段材料,回答第18至20题。
18.Which is the subject of the class?
A.History. B.Science. C.Art.
19.What is the speaker trying to do?
A.Emphasize class rules.
B.Develop the children’s interest.
C.Know about the children.
20.What are the listeners expected to do next?
A.Give their answers B.Write down notes. C.. Raise questions.
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
On a hot afternoon, Mr. Carter’s Electric Vehicle (EV) dies while he drives to pick up his daughter. The nearest charging station is 15 miles away, and even charging takes over 30 minutes. Frustrated, he’s stuck — a common trouble for EV drivers. But solid-state batteries may soon end such “range anxiety” and long waits.
Benefits of Solid-State EVs:
Safety
Solid-state batteries contain no easy-to-burn liquid electrolyte, making them much safer by virtually reducing the risk of battery fires.
Range
They can store significantly more energy, enabling electric vehicles to travel 400 to 600 miles on a single charge and declining range anxiety.
Charging Speed
These batteries promise extremely fast recharge times in just minutes, making the experience comparable to refueling a gasoline car.
Size& Weight
Designed to be smaller and lighter than lithium-ion (锂离子) batteries, they achieve higher energy density (密度) by removing heavy components like graphite anodes (石墨阳极) .
A global race is underway to power the next generation of EVs.
The Timeline·2025: Price reduction to $115/kWh
·2027: First prototype demonstrations in vehicles
·2030: Target for large-scale commercialization
·2032:Massive production
Yet, producing these batteries is difficult. Some promising solid materials are extremely sensitive to dampness and can produce harmful gas if exposed to air. Additionally, the battery storage slightly expands and contracts with each charge cycle, a phenomenon known as “reversible breathing”, which the battery design must accommodate.
Despite the challenges, the long-term demand is clear. By combining the lithium-metal anode with solid-state technology, the goal is to achieve higher energy, higher power, and improved safety. For high-performance applications like EVs, drones, or even aviation, solid-state batteries could be the ideal choice.
1. What problem may solid-state batteries solve for EVs?
A. Small passenger space. B. Short battery lifetime.
C. Long charging time. D. High production costs.
2. How do solid-state batteries gain their advantages in size and weight?
A. By using more graphite anodes. B. By storing more energy per unit volume.
C. By powering smaller EVs. D. By containing no easy-to-burn materials.
3. What is a challenge in making solid-state batteries?
A. Some materials should be kept from air. B. Available materials are limited.
C. Harmful gas can’t be detected easily. D. Special chargers are needed.
【答案】1. C 2. B 3. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了车用固态电池在安全、续航、充电速度、体积重量上的优势,其研发的全球竞赛与发展时间线,生产制造中面临的材料、设计难题,还指出该电池长期需求明确,是电动汽车等高性能设备的理想动力选择。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第一段“But solid-state batteries may soon end such “range anxiety” and long waits.(但固态电池或许很快就能终结这种“续航焦虑”和漫长的充电等待)”以及表格中“These batteries promise extremely fast recharge times in just minutes, making the experience comparable to refueling a gasoline car.(这些电池有望实现数分钟内的超快充,让充电体验堪比给燃油车加油)”可知,固态电池能够解决电动汽车充电时间过长的问题。故选C。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章表格“Size& Weight”部分中的“Designed to be smaller and lighter than lithium-ion(锂离子) batteries, they achieve higher energy density (密度) by removing heavy components like graphite anodes (石墨阳极).(相较锂离子电池,固态电池的设计更小巧、更轻便;通过省去石墨阳极这类重型组件,其能量密度也实现了提升)”可知,固态电池通过移除石墨阳极等重型组件实现更高能量密度,进而在尺寸和重量上具备优势,这对应单位体积储存更多能量的特点。故选B。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章倒数第二段“Some promising solid materials are extremely sensitive to dampness and can produce harmful gas if exposed to air.(一些颇具潜力的固态材料对湿气极为敏感,一旦接触空气还会产生有害气体)”可知,一些有前景的固态材料对湿气极为敏感,接触空气会产生有害气体。由此可知,生产固态电池的一个挑战是部分材料需避免接触空气。故选A。
B
In what would become one of her last interviews, Jane sat with a faded photograph in her hands. The image showed the baby Jane holding her first birthday gift from her father — a stuffed chimpanzee Jubilee. “My mother’s friends were horrified by this toy, thinking it would frighten me and give me nightmares,” she recalled. Instead, it led to her sense of wonder about the world and changed humankind’s understanding of animals.
Her fascination with Africa began not long after she learned to read. She discovered Dr. Doolittle at eight, and Tarzan and the Apes by ten. It was then that she announced she was going to grow up, go to Africa, live with wild animals, and write books about them. This was in 1944, when World War II was raging and the idea of women as professionals “just wasn’t on the table.”
London-born Jane always credited her parents — businessman Mortimer Herbert and novelist Margaret Joseph — for their support. When other children teased her unusual dream, her mother reassured her: true dreams demand tireless work, seizing opportunity, and never giving in to doubt. This firm belief became her life’s foundation. A memory from age four captures this: she had disappeared for four hours, causing considerable concern, only to be discovered sitting contentedly in the henhouse, absorbed in watching the hens and wondering where their eggs came from. Instead of scolding her, her mother saw the profound wonder in her daughter’s eyes.
Her work defined her life — right up to the end. Despite her advanced age Jane traveled 300 days a year, delivering talks to students, scientists, and academics. She was on a speaking tour in the U.S. when she departed this life recently in her sleep at a hotel in Los Angeles.
Tributes (颂词) flooded in from far and wide. “Jane’s work on primates and the importance of conservation opened the doors for generations of women in science,” Barack Obama said. Prince William praised her “infinite curiosity, compassion, and pioneering spirit. She challenged us all to make a difference and inspired me and countless others to work to protect our planet.”
4. Why is the toy Jubilee mentioned?
A. It shows the fears it created in her childhood.
B. It highlights its inspiring role in her life.
C. It justifies her bond with family social circle.
D. It functions as her first scientific subject.
5. What does “wasn’t on the table” suggest in paragraph 2?
A. Wildlife study was unsuitable for women.
B. Scientific practice was set under the table.
C. Society could accommodate girls' ambition.
D. Female scientists were less acknowledged.
6. What quality did Jane get from her family education?
A. Boundless curiosity and persistence.
B. Strong ambition and competitiveness.
C. A creative and imaginative mindset.
D. A gentle and caring heart for creatures.
7. What’s the purpose of the text?
A. To launch a pioneering campaign. B. To introduce a promising career.
C. To remember a guardian of nature. D. To awaken a passion for wildlife.
【答案】4. B 5. A 6. A 7. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了动物学家简·古道尔的生平,包括童年玩具带来的启发、追梦历程、家庭支持、毕生的科研与环保工作,以及她对后世的深远影响。
4题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段中的“The image showed the baby Jane holding her first birthday gift from her father — a stuffed chimpanzee Jubilee. “My mother’s friends were horrified by this toy, thinking it would frighten me and give me nightmares,” she recalled. Instead, it led to her sense of wonder about the world and changed humankind’s understanding of animals.(照片上,婴儿时期的简抱着父亲送的第一个生日礼物——一只毛绒黑猩猩朱比利。“我母亲的朋友们都很害怕这个玩具,认为它会吓到我,让我做噩梦,”她回忆道。相反,它激发了她对世界的好奇心,并改变了人类对动物的理解。)”可知,玩具朱比利并未如他人担忧的那样吓到简,反而激发了她的好奇心,对她的人生产生了重要启发。故选B项。
【5题详解】
词句猜测题。根据第二段中的“It was then that she announced she was going to grow up, go to Africa, live with wild animals, and write books about them. This was in 1944, when World War II was raging and the idea of women as professionals “just wasn’t on the table.”(就在那时,她宣布自己长大后要去非洲,和野生动物生活在一起,并写关于它们的书。那是在1944年,第二次世界大战正激烈进行,女性成为专业人士的想法“根本不在考虑范围内”。)”可知,简在1944年提出要从事野生动物研究的职业理想,而当时的社会背景下,女性成为专业人士的想法不被接受,即“野生动物研究不适合女性”。故选A项。
【6题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段中的“When other children teased her unusual dream, her mother reassured her: true dreams demand tireless work, seizing opportunity, and never giving in to doubt. This firm belief became her life’s foundation. A memory from age four captures this: she had disappeared for four hours, causing considerable concern, only to be discovered sitting contentedly in the henhouse, absorbed in watching the hens and wondering where their eggs came from.(当其他孩子嘲笑她不寻常的梦想时,她的母亲安慰她:真正的梦想需要不懈的努力、抓住机会,永远不要向怀疑屈服。这个坚定的信念成为了她人生的基础。一段四岁时的回忆体现了这一点:她消失了四个小时,引起了极大的担忧,结果发现她心满意足地坐在鸡舍里,全神贯注地看着母鸡,想知道它们的蛋是从哪里来的。)”可知,简从家庭教育中获得了“不懈坚持”和“无限好奇心”。故选A项。
【7题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段中的“Her work defined her life — right up to the end. Despite her advanced age Jane traveled 300 days a year, delivering talks to students, scientists, and academics. She was on a speaking tour in the U.S. when she departed this life recently in her sleep at a hotel in Los Angeles.(她的工作定义了她的一生——直到生命的尽头。尽管年事已高,简每年仍旅行300天,向学生、科学家和学者们发表演讲。最近,她在美国进行巡回演讲时,在洛杉矶的一家酒店睡觉时与世长辞。)”以及第五段中的“Tributes flooded in from far and wide. “Jane’s work on primates and the importance of conservation opened the doors for generations of women in science,” Barack Obama said. Prince William praised her “infinite curiosity, compassion, and pioneering spirit. She challenged us all to make a difference and inspired me and countless others to work to protect our planet.”(来自四面八方的颂词如潮水般涌来。巴拉克·奥巴马说:“简在灵长类动物研究和环境保护重要性方面的工作,为一代又一代的女性科学家打开了大门。”威廉王子称赞她“拥有无限的好奇心、同情心和开拓精神。她激励我们所有人做出改变,也鼓舞着我和无数人致力于保护我们的星球。”)”可知,文章详细回顾了简·古道尔毕生致力于灵长类动物研究与环保事业的事迹,以及她去世后获得的广泛赞誉,所以本文的目的是缅怀这位伟大的自然守护者。故选C项。
C
New research led by Brian Meier, a professor of psychology, provides compelling evidence of humans’ deep-seated preference for products labeled as “natural”, demonstrating how this bias significantly influences real-world decision-making even when potential risks are involved.
Prior studies have shown that the bias extends across various fields. However, many of them relied on self-reported preferences in hypothetical scenarios (假设情景), leaving a gap in our understanding of how the bias influences actual behavior. Therefore, Brian and his colleagues conducted three experiments to test participants’ choices and performances in different contexts.
The first experiment involved 174 college students who were led to believe they were testing a strength-enhancing drink described as either natural or synthetic (合成的). When asked to choose between the two options before repeating a grip strength test, an overwhelming 84% selected the natural-labeled drink, despite both being identical water samples.
In the second experiment, 98 students were offered chocolate described as containing either natural or synthetic cocoa, with researchers introducing an element of risk by mentioning potential stomach discomfort. Remarkably, 84% still chose the natural option, maintaining their preference even when facing possible adverse effects.
The third experiment extended the research beyond laboratory settings approaching 200 passers-by on a street. Participants evaluated stickers described as using natural or synthetic ink, then selected one to keep. Results showed 66% preferred natural-labeled stickers, which they also rated as higher quality and more appealing than their synthetic counterparts.
“The vast majority of subjects exhibited a clear behavioral preference that was influenced solely by the ‘natural’ label across all three experimental contexts,” Meier stated. The research, which spanned diverse settings and product categories, yielded remarkably consistent results, strongly confirming the profound impact of naturalness branding on consumer decision-making.
Based on these convincing findings, Meier and her research team have outlined several promising avenues for further investigation. Their future work aims to delve deeper into the underlying cognitive and emotional mechanisms of this “naturalness bias”, unlocking its potential applications in strategic marketing and the formulation of public policy.
8. How did Brian Meier’s research differ from earlier studies on naturalness bias?
A. It explored completely new fields.
B. It repeated experiments for accuracy.
C. It tested people in real-life situations.
D. It focused more on data comparison.
9. What can be inferred from the three experiments mentioned in the passage?
A. Risks lower the preference.
B. The bias depends on product type.
C. The synthetic option tasted better.
D. The bias works despite no real difference.
10. What might be a direction of future research according to the research team?
A. Behavioral bias. B. Consumer behavior.
C. Product labeling strategies. D. Hidden psychological mechanisms.
11. What might be the best title for the passage?
A. The Power of “Natural”: How labels Shape Our Decisions
B. The Risks of Natural Products: A Psychological Analysis
C. Natural VS Synthetic: Consumer choices in Everyday Life
D. Beyond the Label: New Research in Consumer Psychology
【答案】8. C 9. D 10. D 11. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了布莱恩·迈耶教授领导的新研究通过三项实验揭示了人们对标有“天然”标签产品的偏好及其对现实决策的影响。
【8题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“Prior studies have shown that the bias extends across various fields. However, many of them relied on self - reported preferences in hypothetical scenarios (假设情景), leaving a gap in our understanding of how the bias influences actual behavior. Therefore, Brian and his colleagues conducted three experiments to test participants’ choices and performances in different contexts.(先前的研究表明,这种偏见延伸到各个领域。然而,其中许多研究依赖于假设情景中的自我报告偏好,(这)使我们对这种偏见如何影响实际行为的理解存在差距。因此,布莱恩和他的同事进行了三项实验,以测试参与者在不同情境下的选择和表现。)”可知,布莱恩·迈耶的研究与早期关于自然偏好的研究的不同之处在于它在现实生活情境中测试人们。故选C。
【9题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段“The first experiment involved 174 college students who were led to believe they were testing a strength - enhancing drink described as either natural or synthetic (合成的). When asked to choose between the two options before repeating a grip strength test, an overwhelming 84% selected the natural-labeled drink, despite both being identical water samples.(第一个实验涉及174名大学生,他们被引导相信他们正在测试一种被描述为天然或合成的增强力量的饮料。当被要求在重复握力测试前在两个选项中选择时,尽管两种饮料都是相同的水样本,但仍有84%的人选择了标有天然的饮料。)”、第四段“In the second experiment, 98 students were offered chocolate described as containing either natural or synthetic cocoa, with researchers introducing an element of risk by mentioning potential stomach discomfort. Remarkably, 84% still chose the natural option, maintaining their preference even when facing possible adverse effects.(在第二个实验中,98名学生得到了被描述为含有天然或合成可可的巧克力,研究人员通过提及可能的胃部不适感引入了风险因素。值得注意的是,84%的学生仍然选择了天然选项,即使面对可能的不良影响,他们仍然保持了自己的偏好。)”以及第五段“The third experiment extended the research beyond laboratory settings, approaching 200 passers-by on a street. Participants evaluated stickers described as using natural or synthetic ink, then selected one to keep. Results showed 66% preferred natural - labeled stickers, which they also rated as higher quality and more appealing than their synthetic counterparts.(第三个实验将研究范围扩展到实验室之外,在街上接近200名路人。参与者评估了被描述为使用天然或合成墨水的贴纸,然后选择了一张保留。结果显示,66%的人更喜欢标有天然的贴纸,他们还认为这些贴纸比合成贴纸质量更高、更有吸引力。)”可知,从文中提到的三个实验可以推断出,尽管没有真正的区别,这种偏见仍然起作用。故选D。
【10题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一段“Based on these convincing findings, Meier and her research team have outlined several promising avenues for further investigation. Their future work aims to delve deeper into the underlying cognitive and emotional mechanisms of this “naturalness bias”, unlocking its potential applications in strategic marketing and the formulation of public policy.(基于这些令人信服的发现,迈耶和她的研究团队概述了几条有前途的进一步研究途径。他们未来的工作旨在深入研究这种“自然偏见”背后的认知和情感机制,揭示其在战略营销和公共政策制定中的潜在应用。)”可知,根据研究团队的说法,未来研究的一个方向可能是隐藏的心理机制。故选D。
【11题详解】
主旨大意题。通读全文,尤其是根据第一段“New research led by Brian Meier, a professor of psychology, provides compelling evidence of humans’ deep-seated preference for products labeled as “natural”, demonstrating how this bias significantly influences real-world decision-making even when potential risks are involved.(心理学教授布莱恩·迈耶领导的一项新研究提供了令人信服的证据,表明人类对标有“天然”标签的产品有着根深蒂固的偏好,并展示了这种偏见如何显著影响现实世界的决策,即使涉及潜在风险。)”可知,文章主要讲述了布莱恩·迈耶教授领导的新研究通过三项实验揭示了人们对标有“天然”标签产品的偏好及其对现实决策的影响。故A选项“The Power of “Natural”: How labels Shape Our Decisions(“天然”的力量:标签如何塑造我们的决策)”最符合文章标题。故选A。
D
For all the fears around teens and screens, the most square-eyed generation is the elderly. Older people have long been champion TV-viewers. Now a new generation of pensioners (领养老金的人) are adding to their screen time with smartphones and iPads, which take up more than half of their waking hours.
The digitization of old age is a good thing. Facebook and WhatsApp bring daily updates from old friends and faraway grandchildren. Zoom transports church, book clubs and doctors’ appointments into the home for people who cannot attend personally. E-commerce removes physical shopping burdens. Hours of entertainment from any era are available on demand. A connected retirement is more fulfilling and fun than an offline one.
Older people are protected from some of the on-screen risks that threaten teenagers. Having established their key real-life relationships, they are less in danger of the social development challenges that affect youth. Their worldviews, already formed, prove more resistant to online temptation. Furthermore, their extensive free time means swapping one leisure pursuit for another — unlike for students facing academic pressures.
However, as retirement moves online there will be costs that society must consider. Older folks' devices, unlike those of teenagers, are usually connected to credit cards. Door-to-door cheats, who have long preyed (欺骗) on the elderly, can now go iPad-to-iPad. The authorities rightly strive to protect children from online predators. They must recognize that there is another, fast-growing disadvantaged group to look after. Additionally, as heavy consumers of digital news, older adults tend to fall for misinformation — a problem made worse by advancing AI technology. Since seniors are the most consistent voting group, their potential miseducation would negatively affect elections.
The social impact remains complex. While digital connectivity reduces feelings of loneliness, it may also reduce physical social interaction. Unlike children whose screen time is regulated by adults, seniors generally lack guidance from others in dealing with these pros and cons. Next time children are urged to put down the phones, they might glance toward their grandparents — equally obsessed with their own screens — suggesting that digital responsibility knows no age limit.
12. Why is digital life beneficial to the elderly?
A. It is a replacement for their offline life.
B. It reduces their need for entertainment.
C. It gives access to professional training.
D. It offers social contact and convenience.
13. Why are elderly users more resistant to some digital risks?
A. They receive family guidance. B. They have sound life foundations.
C. They use simpler digital devices. D. They possess stronger technical skills.
14. What can be inferred from paragraph 4?
A. Teenagers are better at identifying online cheating.
B. AI technology is a primary driver of misinformation.
C. Governments should expand online protection efforts.
D. Seniors hold a casual attitude towards political affairs.
15. Which describes the author’s attitude to the digitization of seniors?
A. Skeptical. B. Concerned. C. Pessimistic. D. Favorable.
【答案】12. D 13. B 14. C 15. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇议论文。主要探讨了老年人数字化生活的益处,如便捷社交、丰富娱乐等,同时也指出其面临的网络诈骗、虚假信息等风险,呼吁社会予以关注。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Facebook and WhatsApp bring daily updates from old friends and faraway grandchildren. Zoom transports church, book clubs and doctors’ appointments into the home for people who cannot attend personally. E-commerce removes physical shopping burdens.(Facebook和WhatsApp能带来老朋友和远方孙辈的日常动态。Zoom能将教堂活动、读书俱乐部和医生预约送到无法亲自参加的人家中。电子商务减轻了实体购物的负担。)”可知,数字化生活为老年人提供了社交联系和生活便利,这是其有益之处。故选D项。
【13题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段中的“Having established their key real-life relationships, they are less in danger of the social development challenges that affect youth. Their worldviews, already formed, prove more resistant to online temptation.(他们已经建立了重要的现实生活关系,因此不太可能受到影响年轻人的社交发展挑战。他们业已形成的世界观,对网络诱惑更具抵抗力。)”可知,老年人拥有稳固的现实生活基础(包括人际关系和成熟的世界观),因此对部分数字风险更具抵抗力。故选B项。
【14题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段中的“The authorities rightly strive to protect children from online predators. They must recognize that there is another, fast-growing disadvantaged group to look after.(当局正当地努力保护儿童免受网络掠夺者的伤害。他们必须认识到,还有另一个快速增长的弱势群体需要照顾。)”可知,作者认为政府在保护儿童免受网络危害的同时,也应关注老年人这一弱势群体,即政府应扩大网络保护范围。故选C项。
【15题详解】
推理判断题。通读全文,第二段介绍了老年人数字化生活的益处,第四段和第五段则重点阐述了其面临的网络诈骗、虚假信息、社交减少等问题,并呼吁社会和政府予以关注。由此可推断,作者对老年人数字化生活的态度是“担忧的”,既看到其优势,也重视其潜在风险。故选B项。
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Green roofs have been around for thousands of years, long before modern housing was developed. From the simple grass-covered roofs above caves to the famous Hanging Gardens of Babylon, they remained an important part of architecture. ___16___ They bring enormous environmental benefits and offer solutions to some pressing ecological challenges of our time.
In the design of a green roof, there are key factors that count. The first step is to install (安装) a protective layer over the roof to prevent water damage. ___17___ It’s essential to choose high-quality materials, as once the green roof is completed and the building is in use, replacing the protective layer becomes difficult and expensive.
Next, a drainage (排水) layer, which is often made of pebbles or a special mat, is placed on top. It helps water flow off the roof instead of pooling on it. Then, a growing medium, like soil or other similar materials, is spread over the drainage layer. ___18___
Now it’s time to choose plants for the roof. Some plants have shallow root systems and don’t need much water. ___19___ Sedum and chives are good examples of such plants. They are not only water-efficient but tough and long-lasting.
___20___ It’s important to think about your budget. On average, it costs $25 to $30 per square foot to install a green roof. This doesn’t include the cost of installing or repairing the normal roof underneath. And there is labour cost to cover. If a traditional roof costs $30 per square foot, installing a green roof could easily double that expense.
A. This is where the plants will grow.
B. However, green roofs come at a high cost.
C. Today, green roofs are gaining more attention.
D. These features make them ideal for green roofs.
E. As a result, they led to the popularity of green roofs.
F. Green roof materials can range from grass to solar panels.
G. The layer also stops plant roots growing into the roof structure.
【答案】16. C 17. G 18. A 19. D 20. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了绿色屋顶给现代生活带来的好处及它的建造过程。
【16题详解】
根据下文“They bring enormous environmental benefits and offer solutions to some pressing ecological challenges of our time.(绿色屋顶带来了巨大的环境效益,并为当下一些紧迫的生态挑战提供了解决方案。)”可知,绿色屋顶给现代生活带来的好处,C项“Today, green roofs are gaining more attention.(如今,绿色屋顶越来越受到人们的关注。)”能够引起下文,介绍人们关注绿色屋顶的原因,因为它们带来了巨大的环境效益。故选C。
【17题详解】
根据上文“The first step is to install (安装) a protective layer over the roof to prevent water damage.(第一步是在屋顶上安装一层防护层,以防止水害。)”可知,上文告诉我们绿色屋顶的第一步是在屋顶上安装保护层,以防止水害,G项“The layer also stops plant roots growing into the roof structure.(该层还可以阻止植物根系生长到屋顶结构中。)”能够承接上文,介绍了安装保护层的另一个原因,可以阻止植物根系生长到屋顶结构中。故选G。
【18题详解】
根据上文“Then, a growing medium, like soil or other similar materials, is spread over the drainage layer.(然后,在排水层上铺上一层生长介质,如土壤或其他类似材料。)”可知,上文告诉我们要在排水层上铺生长介质,A项“This is where the plants will grow.(这是植物生长的地方。)”能够承接上文,说明土壤或其他类似材料等生长介质是植物生长的地方,因此符合语境。故选A。
【19题详解】
根据上文“Now it’s time to choose plants for the roof. Some plants have shallow root systems and don’t need much water.(现在该为屋顶选择植物了。有些植物根系较浅,不需要太多水分。)”可知,上文告诉我们为屋顶选择植物时,可以选择根系较浅,不需要太多的水的植物,D项“These features make them ideal for green roofs.(这些特性使其成为绿色屋顶的理想选择。)”能够承接上文,说明根系较浅,不需要太多的水的植物是绿色屋顶的理想选择,因此符合语境。故选D。
【20题详解】
根据下文“It’s important to think about your budget. On average, it costs $25 to $30 per square foot to install a green roof.(预算也是一个需要考虑的重要因素。平均而言,安装绿色屋顶的成本为每平方英尺25至30美元。)”可知,安装绿色屋顶价格不菲,B项“However, green roofs come at a high cost.(然而,绿色屋顶的成本很高。)”能够引起下文,下文具体介绍了绿色屋顶的高成本,因此符合语境。故选B。
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,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
I was a painfully shy bookworm, hiding behind thick novels to avoid conversation. My secret shelter was the dusty town ____21____. One rainy afternoon, I watched in horror as old Mr. Clark, the librarian, awkwardly ____22____ a towering pile of books. The ancient Oxford English Dictionary, the library’s crown jewel, ____23____ from his grasp and landed in a deep puddle (小水坑)with a ____24____ splash (溅泼声).
While everyone cried in shock, I ____25____ without a second thought. I raced outside, scooped up (捡起) the dripping giant, and ____26____ it to the counter. “We need paper towels ____27____!” I instructed, my voice surprisingly ____28____. “And someone call a book conservator!”
To my ____29____, they listened. For the next hour, I directed the rescue operation with knowledge I’d ____30____ from reading about book preservation. The dictionary ____31____.
Mr. Clark later told me, “You weren’t just saving a book today. You were ____32____.” That wet dictionary taught me that courage isn’t the absence of fear, but the strong ____33____ that something else matters more. My ____34____, I discovered, was there all along — it just needed the right ____35____ to be heard.
21. A. mall B. museum C. hall D. library
22. A. handled B. read C. printed D. published
23. A. originated B. departed C. slipped D. disappeared
24. A. pressing B. appealing C. freezing D. sickening
25. A. left B. screamed C. acted D. rose
26. A. rushed B. fixed C. attached D. shifted
27. A. immediately B. relatively C. admittedly D. frequently
28. A. awed B. firm C. thrilled D. flat
29. A. satisfaction B. astonishment C. frustration D. disappointment
30. A. absorbed B. removed C. borrowed D. made
31. A. bombed B. existed C. emerged D. survived
32. A. reacting B. growing C. acting D. leading
33. A. belief B. explanation C. proof D. information
34. A. opinion B. proposal C. voice D. ambition
35. A. position B. moment C. venue D. person
【答案】21. D 22. A 23. C 24. D 25. C 26. A 27. A 28. B 29. B 30. A 31. D 32. D 33. A 34. C 35. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述极度害羞的作者以镇上的图书馆为避风港,一个雨天目睹图书馆的镇馆之宝《牛津英语词典》滑落进水坑,众人震惊无措时作者不假思索采取行动,凭借书籍保护知识指挥抢救并成功救下词典,后得到图书管理员的肯定,也从中领悟了勇气的含义,发现自己的“声音”一直存在,只是需要恰当的时机被听见。
【21题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:镇上那间落满灰尘的图书馆,便是我的秘密避风港。A. mall商场、购物中心;B. museum博物馆;C. hall大厅、礼堂;D. library图书馆。根据下文“One rainy afternoon, I watched in horror as old Mr. Clark, the librarian”中的“librarian”可推测,作者是书虫,图书馆是其秘密庇护所,符合语境。故选D。
【22题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:一个阴雨的午后,我惊恐地看着图书管理员Clark老先生,笨手笨脚地搬着高高一摞书。A. handled处理、搬运、操作;B. read阅读、读懂;C. printed印刷、打印;D. published出版、发行。根据下文“The ancient Oxford English Dictionary, the library’s crown jewel, _____ from his grasp and landed in a deep puddle(小水坑)with a ____ splash (溅泼声).”可推测,图书管理员Clark先生笨拙地搬运、处理高高的书堆,才导致词典滑落。故选A。
【23题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:图书馆的镇馆之宝——那本古老的《牛津英语词典》,从他手中滑落,重重掉进深深的小水洼,溅起的水声令人心头一紧。A. originated起源、发源、首创;B. departed离开、出发、启程;C. slipped滑落、滑脱、滑倒;D. disappeared消失、不见、消散。根据下文“from his grasp and landed in a deep puddle(小水坑)with a ____ splash (溅泼声).”可知,词典从他手中滑落掉进泥坑,符合物体从手中意外脱落的状态。故选C。
【24题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:图书馆的镇馆之宝——那本古老的《牛津英语词典》,从他手中滑落,重重掉进深深的小水洼,溅起的水声令人心头一紧。A. pressing紧迫的、迫切的、按压的;B. appealing吸引人的、动人的、恳求的;C. freezing冰冷的、极冷的、冻结的;D. sickening令人难受的、令人作呕的、令人厌恶的。根据空前的“The ancient Oxford English Dictionary, the library’s crown jewel”可推测,珍贵的牛津词典掉进泥坑,溅起的水声令人难受,符合众人震惊、心疼的情绪。故选D。
【25题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:众人都震惊地惊呼,我却不假思索地行动起来。A. left离开、留下、遗忘;B. screamed尖叫、呼喊、惊叫;C. acted行动、做事、表演;D. rose起身、升起、上升。根据下文“I raced outside, scooped up (捡起) the dripping giant”可知,众人震惊哭喊时,作者毫不犹豫采取行动。故选C。
【26题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:我冲出门外,捡起这本湿淋淋的大部头词典,急忙把它送到柜台前。A. rushed急忙送、冲、奔;B. fixed修理、安装、确定;C. attached附上、粘贴、安装;D. shifted转移、挪动、转变。根据上文“raced outside, scooped up(捡起)the dripping giant”可推测,作者捡起湿词典后,急忙、快速送到柜台,符合抢救书籍的急迫感。故选A。
【27题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意:“我们立刻需要纸巾!”我发号施令,声音却意外地坚定,“还有人赶紧联系书籍修复师!”A. immediately立即、马上、立刻;B. relatively相对地、比较而言;C. admittedly诚然、无可否认地、公认地;D. frequently频繁地、经常地。根据语境可知,抢救湿书需要纸巾,作者要求立刻、马上拿到,契合紧急救援的语境。故选A。
【28题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:“我们立刻需要纸巾!”我发号施令,声音却意外地坚定,“还有人赶紧联系书籍修复师!”A. awed充满敬畏的、敬畏的;B. firm坚定的、坚决的、牢固的;C. thrilled非常兴奋的、极为激动的;D. flat平淡的、单调的、平坦的。根据作者所说的话““And someone call a book conservator!””可知,作者平时极度害羞,但此时指挥抢救,声音意外地坚定、果断;与前文“shy(害羞)”形成反差,符合人物状态变化。故选B。
【29题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:令我意外的是,大家都听从了我的指挥。A. satisfaction满意、满足、称心;B. astonishment惊讶、诧异、惊愕;C. frustration挫败、沮丧、失意;D. disappointment失望、沮丧、扫兴。根据下文“they listened”可知,作者害羞且从未主导过事情,没想到大家都听从她的指挥,这让她感到惊讶、诧异。故选B。
【30题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:在接下来的一个小时里,我凭着从书籍保护相关读物中学到的知识,指挥着这场书籍救援行动,最终这本词典被成功抢救了下来。A. absorbed吸收、习得、理解;B. removed移除、搬走、消除;C. borrowed借、借用、借入;D. made制作、制造、使。根据空前“knowledge”以及空后“from reading about book preservation”可推测,作者从阅读书籍保护的内容中习得、吸收了相关知识。故选A。
【31题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:在接下来的一个小时里,我凭着从书籍保护相关读物中学到的知识,指挥着这场书籍救援行动,最终这本词典被成功抢救了下来。A. bombed惨败、轰炸、炸毁;B. existed存在、生存、生活;C. emerged出现、浮现、露出;D. survived幸存、活下来、保存下来。根据下文“You weren’t just saving a book today.”可知,经过抢救,这本珍贵的词典幸存、保住了。故选D。
【32题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:后来Clark老先生对我说:“你今天救下的不只是一本书,更是展现出了你的领导力。”A. reacting反应、作出反应、回应;B. growing成长、生长、变得;C. acting行动、做事、扮演;D. leading带领、领导、引领。根据上文“For the next hour, I directed the rescue operation with knowledge I’d ____ from reading about book preservation.”可知,作者指挥了这场书籍救援行动,这展现了作者的领导力。故选D。
【33题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:这本被浸湿的词典让我懂得了一个道理:勇气并非无所畏惧,而是心中怀揣着坚定的信念,相信有更重要的事值得去做。A. belief信念、信仰、相信;B. explanation解释、说明、阐述;C. proof证据、证明、校样;D. information信息、资料、消息。根据语境可知,勇气并非没有恐惧,而是有更重要的事值得守护的强烈信念,符合对勇气这个词的定义。故选A。
【34题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:我这才发现,自己的声音一直都在——它只是需要一个恰当的时刻,被人听见。A. opinion观点、看法、主张;B. proposal提议、建议、提案;C. voice声音、话语权、嗓音;D. ambition抱负、雄心、志向。下文的“to be heard”与选项C“voice(声音、话语权)”直接呼应;此处指的是作者发现自己的声音(表达、主见)一直都在,只是未被展现。故选C。
【35题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:我这才发现,自己的声音一直都在——它只是需要一个恰当的时刻,被人听见。A. position位置、职位、立场;B. moment时刻、瞬间、时机;C. venue场地、场所、会场;D. person人、个人、本人。根据全文内容可知,作者的声音需要合适的时刻、时机才会被展现和听到;选项B“moment”表示“时刻、时机”,契合“雨天抢救词典”成为作者展现勇气与声音的契机。故选B。
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
On Thursday, the National Cultural Heritage Administration in Beijing revealed that archaeologists ___36___ (discover) two sunken ships in the depths of the South China Sea. It offered tangible evidence of commercial and ___37___ (culture) exchanges along the ancient Maritime Silk Road.
The latest underwater archaeological ___38___ (explore) carried out by the National Center for Archaeology have ___39___ (significant) uncovered important artifacts. In addition to the shipwrecks, many artifacts, including pottery, porcelain and ironware, have been unearthed, most of ___40___ were made in kiln (窑炉) in Jingdezhen, known as China’s “porcelain capital”. The precise locations of the shipwrecks and the associated cultural relics ___41___ (determine) through the use of oceanographic technology and underwater investigations involving manned submersibles, which conducted 41 dives throughout the year, as confirmed by Song Jianzhong, ___42___ researcher at the National Center for Archaeology.
The Ming Dynasty’s No.1 shipwreck, ___43___ (measure) 37 meters long and 11 meters wide, has yielded 543 artifacts, suggesting it sailed from Fujian to Southeast Asia trade centers like Malacca. The No.2 shipwreck dates ___44___ the rule of Emperor Hongzhi and measures about 21 meters long and 8 meters wide. A total of 36 artifacts have been found on it, porcelain and pottery ____45____ (include).
【答案】36. had discovered
37. cultural
38. explorations
39. significantly
40. which 41. were determined
42. a 43. measuring
44. from 45. included
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章主要报道了国家文物局公布考古学家在南海发现两艘明代沉船,考古团队借助海洋技术和载人潜水器完成相关勘探与发掘,出水大量以景德镇窑口制品为主的文物,还介绍了两艘沉船的尺寸、出水文物数量及航行相关线索。
【36题详解】
考查谓语动词。句意:周四,国家文物局在北京公布,考古学家在南海海域深处发现了两艘古代沉船。空处在that引导的宾语从句中作谓语;根据revealed 可知,动作发生在过去,结合语意可知,从句的动作发生在主句谓语动词之前,主句谓语动词为一般过去时,所以从句时态为过去完成时;主语“archaeologists”和动词“discover”之间为主动关系。故填had discovered。
【37题详解】
考查形容词。句意:这一发现为古代海上丝绸之路的商贸与文化交流提供了实物佐证。修饰名词exchanges,用形容词形式cultural,意为“文化的”,作定语。故填cultural。
【38题详解】
考查名词。句意:国家文物考古中心开展的最新水下考古调查,发掘出了大量重要文物。空处应使用名词形式exploration,作句子主语;根据谓语动词“have uncovered”可知,空处应使用名词的复数形式。故填explorations。
【39题详解】
考查副词。句意:国家文物考古中心开展的最新水下考古调查,发掘出了大量重要文物。修饰动词用副词形式significantly,意为“较大地”,作状语。故填significantly。
40题详解】
考查定语从句。句意:除沉船遗迹外,考古人员还出水了陶器、瓷器、铁器等各类文物,其中绝大多数为中国“瓷都”景德镇窑口烧制。空处为定语从句的关系词;先行词“artifacts”指物,在定语从句中担当介词“of”后的宾语,用关系代词which引导。故填which。
【41题详解】
考查谓语动词。句意:国家文物考古中心研究员宋建忠证实,考古团队通过海洋探测技术,结合载人潜水器开展的水下调查,确定了沉船及相关文物的精准位置,该载人潜水器全年完成了41次下潜探测。空处为本句谓语动词;根据从句时态可知,本句时态为一般过去时;主语“the precise locations”和动词“determine”之间为被动关系,应使用被动语态,主语是复数形式,be动词使用were。故填were determined。
【42题详解】
考查冠词。句意:国家文物考古中心研究员宋建忠证实,考古团队通过海洋探测技术,结合载人潜水器开展的水下调查,确定了沉船及相关文物的精准位置,该载人潜水器全年完成了41次下潜探测。修饰名词单数,表示泛指,用不定冠词a。故填a。
【43题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:明代一号沉船船体长37米、宽11米,已出水543件文物,从文物特征可推断,这艘船当年从福建出发,驶向马六甲等东南亚贸易中心。空处为非谓语动词形式,作后置定语;被修饰词“The Ming Dynasty’s No.1 shipwreck”和动词“measure”之间为主动关系,用现在分词形式measuring。故填measuring。
【44题详解】
考查介词。句意:二号沉船为明孝宗弘治年间的沉船,船体约长21米、宽8米,目前已从船上发掘出瓷器、陶器等各类文物共计36件。空处应使用介词from,构成短语date from,意为“源自于”,符合句意。故填from。
【45题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:二号沉船为明孝宗弘治年间沉船,船体约长21米、宽8米,目前已从船上发掘出瓷器、陶器等各类文物共计36件。空处应使用非谓语动词形式,“porcelain and pottery”和动词“include”之间为被动关系,用过去分词形式included,与porcelain and pottery构成独立主格结构。故填included。
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假设你是李华,你校“Technology & Life”英文专栏发起题为“AI Empowers (赋能) My Life”的分享活动。请你写一篇短文投稿,内容包括:
1. 你的AI应用;
2. AI对你的影响。
注意:
1. 词数80左右;
2. 可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯;
3. 短文题目已给出。
AI Empowers My Life
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【答案】
AI Empowers My Life
Artificial Intelligence has become a powerful assistant that empowers my learning significantly. A prime example is the AI-powered study app I use. It analyzes my performance, identifies weaknesses, and creates personalized review plans, which saves me considerable time previously spent on figuring out what to focus on.
Beyond efficiency, this tailored approach has boosted my confidence. The instant feedback and encouragement make studying less stressful and more engaging. More importantly, it guides me to develop effective learning habits. I’ve come to see AI not as a shortcut, but as an intelligent partner that amplifies my efforts and helps me unlock my potential.
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生写一篇短文,介绍自己的AI应用,说明AI对自己的影响,向校“Technology & Life”英文专栏投稿。
【详解】1. 词汇积累
典型的:prime → typical
个性化的:personalized → individualized
增强:boost → strengthen
养成:develop → cultivate
2. 句式拓展
合并句子
原句:Beyond efficiency, this tailored approach has boosted my confidence. The instant feedback and encouragement make studying less stressful and more engaging.
拓展句:Beyond efficiency, this tailored approach has boosted my confidence because the instant feedback and encouragement it provides make studying less stressful and more engaging.
【点睛】【高分句型1】Artificial Intelligence has become a powerful assistant that empowers my learning significantly. (运用了that引导的限制性定语从句)
【高分句型2】It analyzes my performance, identifies weaknesses, and creates personalized review plans, which saves me considerable time previously spent on figuring out what to focus on. (运用了which引导的非限制性定语从句)
第二节(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料,根据具体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。
On a hot afternoon, I was driving home when I saw an old lady walking slowly along the roadside, carrying a heavy bag of groceries and leaning on her walker. I had seen her a few times before, and each time I felt guilty for not stopping to help. But this time, I pulled over and rolled down my window. “Do you need a ride?” I asked. “Let me help with your groceries,” I said, loading her walker and bag into the trunk before assisting her into the passenger seat.
“Thank you, kid,” she replied. She introduced herself as Ida, a cashier at a nearby store who had missed her usual bus. During the drive, she waved to some homeless people under a bridge and cheerfully invited them to her “pasta night”. I was touched by her kindness.
We soon entered an unfamiliar area. The sun was going down, and I started to feel uneasy. When Ida finally pointed to her home—an old apartment building, my heart sank: a group of young men in their early 20s was gathering at the entrance. Some smoked, others sat on motorcycles, and one in a hoodie(连帽衫)stared at me with a smile that felt threatening. “Troublemakers”, I thought to myself.
I was getting more and more worried. Still, I parked the car at the place she directed and opened the trunk. Ida asked that hoodie boy to help with her groceries. She thanked me and I quickly drove away.
Suddenly, the roar of a motorcycle sounded behind me. It was that hoodie guy! He didn’t overtake; he just kept pace, waving for me to stop. No way was I going to stop for a stranger on a deserted street. In a panic, I reached down for my purse to get my cell phone to call 911. I felt an empty seat. My purse wasn’t there! “She stole my purse!” I may have used stronger language. So much for acts of kindness, I thought.
注意:1.所续写短文的词数应为150左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Meanwhile, the guy stayed close to me, continually signaling for me to stop.
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Speechless, I handed him his grandma’s purse, and then he took off.
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【答案】Possible answer:
Meanwhile, the guy stayed close to me, continually signaling for me to stop. Just as anxiety was about to overwhelm me, I spotted a purse on my car floor — not mine. Keeping one eye on the motorcyclist, I grabbed the unfamiliar purse and dug around in it for a phone with one hand. But there was none. The biker was right outside my window, waving my purse! I couldn’t believe my eyes. Immediately, my fear turned into shock and then immense relief. I pulled over, and the young man stopped his motorcycle as well. Through the window, he handed me my purse. “Grandma sent me to give you this. She picked it up by mistake. She is so sorry.”
Speechless, I handed him his grandma’s purse, and then he took off. I grabbed some cash from my purse, waving desperately for him to stop, but he’d already vanished into the darkness without looking back. “Thank you!” I yelled, regret for my earlier prejudice flooding over me. I never had a chance to apologize for assuming he was dangerous just because he looked wild. My earlier pride in doing a small act of kindness faded — that day taught me a real lesson: Appearance often deceives, and genuine goodness can be found in the most unexpected places.
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开,讲述了作者开车时帮助老妇人Ida回家,后误以为Ida和路边小伙偷走自己的包,最终小伙送来包并说明是Ida错拿,作者懊悔于自己的偏见,也领悟到外表具有欺骗性、善意藏在意外之处的道理。
【详解】1.段落续写:
①由第一段首句内容“与此同时,那个小伙依旧紧紧跟在身后,不停示意我停车。”以及第二段首句内容“我一时语塞,把他奶奶的包递了过去,他随即骑上摩托车离去。”可知,第一段可描写小伙子解释了缘由,作者这才明白是Ida错拿了包。
②由第二段首句内容“我一时语塞,把他奶奶的包递了过去,他随即骑上摩托车离去。”可知,第二段可描写作者非常后悔自己刚刚的偏见。
2.续写线索:一个小伙子紧跟身后,让作者停车——这时,作者突然发现车地板上有个陌生的包——而小伙子也来到了作者的车窗边,手中挥舞着作者的包——作者停下车,小伙子解释了缘由,原来Ida错拿了作者的包——作者赶紧将Ida的包递了过去——作者本打算给钱感谢小伙子,可是小伙子已经走了——而作者也很后悔自己刚刚心中的偏见——自此,作者明白了外表往往具有欺骗性,最真挚的善意,往往藏在最意想不到的地方
3.词汇激活
行为类
①发现:spot/ detect
②抓住:grab/seize
③消失:vanish/ evaporate/ disappear
情绪类
①焦虑:anxiety/ trepidation
②懊悔:regret/ remorse
【点睛】【高分句型1】Just as anxiety was about to overwhelm me, I spotted a purse on my car floor — not mine.(运用了as引导的状语从句)
【高分句型2】I never had a chance to apologize for assuming he was dangerous just because he looked wild.(运用了省略that的宾语从句和because引导的原因状语从句)
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