2026届高三英语重点中学联考阅读专项训练九（B篇）

1.安徽A10联盟2026届高三下学期2月开学学情检测英语试题 I often take walks in the middle of my writing day. One afternoon, I returned home, looked at my front door, and felt how normal and safe it seemed. Then a question occurred to me: What if I came back and found the door wide open? That simple idea became the seed for my novel Gone Girl. Around that time, I watched many true-crime shows, in which the husband was often the “bad guy”. But in my story, the husband would not be completely innocent, nor completely evil. No story comes to a writer in full form. Gone Girl changed hugely when I was writing it. At first, I wrote only from Nick’s point of view. Amy’s voice was missing. To understand her, I wrote short exercises. One of them later became the now-famous “cool girl” passage. I also imagined many possible endings — should Amy be recognized by strangers, or even be killed? In the end, I felt Nick and Amy were locked in a special, troubling bond. They harmed each other, yet depended on each other. My years as a journalist helped me accept that a first draft is always rough. The writing process was no mystery to me; I knew no sudden inspiration would come to fix it. I had to solve the problems myself. Many people give up because their first draft feels terrible. But all first drafts are like that. While writing Gone Girl, I had many doubts. The story had no clear hero, and the biggest surprise came in the middle, not the end. I liked the idea, and luckily my editors did too, but none of us knew whether readers would enjoy it. To our relief, booksellers supported it early on. The novel entered the bestseller list at number two and soon reached number one. I do not expect to repeat my success. I’m going to write other great books, but there’s never going to be another Gone Girl. That was just pure lightning in a bottle and I was lucky to be there for it. 24. What first inspired the author to write Gone Girl? A. A dream about danger. B. A true-crime TV show. C. A thought about her door. D. Her husband’s strange behavior. 25. What does the author think about first drafts? A. They can be perfect. B. They usually show final style. C. They are usually far from perfect. D. They should be brief to the point. 26. What can we infer about the novel’s early reception? A. Readers disliked its lack of a clear hero. B. It was rejected by booksellers immediately. C. It faced strong criticism from true-crime fans. D. Editors and booksellers showed early support. 27. What does the underlined part “lightning in a bottle” in the last paragraph probably mean? A. A long-time effort. B. A rare lucky event. C. A common success. D. A well-planned result. 【答案】24. C 25. C 26. D 27. B 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述作者创作小说《消失的爱人》的灵感来源、创作过程中对故事的构思与修改，以及对初稿的看法，还提及小说早期的反响和作者对这次成功的感悟。 【24题详解】细节理解题。根据第一段中的“One afternoon, I returned home, looked at my front door, and felt how normal and safe it seemed. Then a question occurred to me: What if I came back and found the door wide open? That simple idea became the seed for my novel Gone Girl.(一天下午，我回到家，看着前门，觉得它看起来是多么正常和安全。然后我想到一个问题：如果我回来发现门大开着怎么办？这个简单的想法成为了我小说《消失的爱人》的种子。）”可知，最初激发作者写《消失的爱人》的是关于她家前门的一个想法，故选C项。 【25题详解】细节理解题。根据第四段中的“My years as a journalist helped me accept that a first draft is always rough.(我作为记者的经历帮助我接受了初稿总是粗糙的这一事实)”可知，作者认为初稿通常远非完美，故选C项。 【26题详解】推理判断题。根据第五段中“I liked the idea, luckily my editors did too, but none of us knew whether readers would enjoy it. To our relief, booksellers supported it early on.(我喜欢这个想法，幸运的是，我的编辑们也喜欢这个想法，但我们都不知道读者是否会喜欢它。让我们欣慰的是，书商很早就支持它)”可知，编辑和书商在早期就对这部小说表示支持，故选D项。 【27题详解】词句猜测题。根据最后一段中的“I do not expect to repeat my success. I’m going to write other great books, but there’s never going to be another Gone Girl. That was just pure lightning in a bottle and I was lucky to be there for it.（我不期望重复我的成功。我会写其他很棒的书，但不会再有另一本《消失的爱人》。那只是lightning in a bottle，我很幸运能参与其中。）”可知，作者认为《消失的爱人》的成功很难复制，是一种罕见的幸运事件，所以“lightning in a bottle”意思是“a rare lucky event（罕见的幸运事件）”，故选B项。 2.浙江浙南名校、七彩阳光 精诚联盟、金兰教育2025-2026学年2月高三下学期返校联考英语试题 B This is depressing: people are using AI to solve escape room puzzles and cheat at trivial nights.It's like going into a corn maze (迷宫) and just wanting a straight line to the end. Surely, that is the definition of wrecking your own fun. I'm puzzled how anyone could enjoy using a large language model (LLM) to sound“clever” or participate in any AI-hacked hobby. It doesn't matter much,I suppose —— this isn't AI as existential threat. But it matters for fun —— let the bots take our work, but not our joy！ I wouldn't tell anyone how to enjoy themselves —— I'm no expert on fun, and would definitely end up sounding like an AI-generated Substack if I did (hug a tree, speak to a stranger, laugh with loved ones). But I have been thinking what makes me feel most vividly alive and I'm aiming to do more of it —— my individual fightback against the“impersonal universal”. The first one is singing. I expect AI to search through musical classics to compose great songs,but it can't produce the entertainment of my small choir composed of very particular humans. We' re not the most polished singers, but listening to one another and trying to blend (融合) our voices gives me an intense sense of connection. Occasionally, everything comes together and we produce a few seconds of surprising beauty. When it doesn't, it's fun anyway. I also get a fair amount of joy from people —— I say this as a lifelong introvert (内向的人). WhenI try to identify my most reliable source of pleasure, it's wandering round a strange city looking at its inhabitants. What are people wearing, eating, talking about; what annoy s them; what kind of dogs do they have? It's an all-you-can-eat human buffet. That's the secret for me: AI can explain what we are as a whole, but it blends all our colours to a muddy brown; it can't capture the joy of the absolutely particular. 24. What does the underlined word“wrecking” in the first paragraph mean? A. Ruining. B. Creating. C. Enjoying. D. Spreading 25. Which of the following would the author disapprove of? A. Following AI-generated suggestions. B. Encouraging others to enjoy themselves. C. Taking advantage of AI in the workplace. D. Making use of AI in recreational activities. 26. What is the problem of AI-generated music? A. It is impersonal. B. It is unoriginal. C. It is serious. D. It is complex. 27. What does the author imply in the last paragraph? A. AI is less intelligent than humans. B. True joy lies in individual uniqueness. C. Particularity is the key to improving AI. D. The whole is more than the sum of its parts. 【导语】本文是一篇议论文，作者对人们利用人工智能破解密室谜题、参与趣味活动的行为表示不解，认为这破坏了娱乐的本质，夺走了人们的快乐。作者指出人工智能虽能完成工作、创作作品，却无法复制人类在社交和娱乐中 感受到的独特联结与专属快乐，真正的快乐源于人与人之间具体、独特的相处与体验。 【24 题详解】词义猜测题。根据原文第一段第 1、2 句“people are using AI to solve escape room puzzles and cheat at trivial nights.It's like going into a corn maze and just wanting a straight line to the end. ”（人们利用人工智能破解密室逃脱谜题， 在趣味之夜作弊，这就像走进玉米迷宫却只想走一条直达终点的直线。）及后文“ Surely, that is the definition of wrecking your own fun. ”可知，这种行为是破坏了自己的乐趣，“wrecking ”意为“破坏 ”。故选 A 错误选项分析：B（创造）、C（享受）、D（传播）：均与上下文表达的“破坏乐趣 ”的语义相悖，该选项错误。 【25 题详解】推理判断题。根据原文第一段作者对人们用AI 参与趣味活动的否定，以及第二段第 2 句“But it matters for fun -- let the bots take our work, but not our joy! ”（但这对乐趣来说至关重要——让机器人接手我们的工作，但不 要夺走我们的快乐！） 可知，作者反对在娱乐活动中利用人工智能。故选 D 错误选项分析：A（遵循人工智能生成的建议）：原文未提及作者对该行为的态度，该选项错误。B（鼓励他人享受生活）：根据原文第二段第 3 句“I wouldn't tell anyone how to enjoy themselves -- I'm no expert on fun ”， 作者只是不会教别人如何享受生活，并非反对鼓励他人享受生活，该选项错误。C（在工作场所利用人工智能）：根据原文“let the bots take our work ”，作者认可人工智能接手工作，该选项错误。 【26 题详解】推理判断题。根据原文第三段第 2 句“I expect AI to search through musical classics to compose great songs,but it can't produce the entertainment of my small choir composed of very particular humans. ”（我预计人工智能会翻 阅经典音乐作品创作优秀的歌曲，但它无法营造出我所在的、 由一群独特的人组成的小型唱诗班带来的乐趣。）及 最后一段“AI can explain what we are as a whole, but it blends all our colours to a muddy brown; it can't capture the joy of the absolutely particular. ”可知，人工智能创作的音乐缺乏人情味，没有独特的情感联结。故选 A 错误选项分析：B（缺乏原创性）：原文提及 AI 能创作优秀歌曲，未说其缺乏原创性，该选项错误。 C（过于严肃）：原文未提及 AI 生成音乐的风格特点，该选项错误。D（过于复杂）：原文无相关表述，该选项错误。 【27 题详解】推理判断题。根据原文最后一段“AI can explain what we are as a whole, but it blends all our colours to a muddy brown; it can't capture the joy of the absolutely particular. ”（人工智能能解释我们作为一个整体的样子，但它会 把我们所有的色彩融合成浑浊的棕色，无法捕捉到那些独一无二的瞬间带来的快乐。）可知，作者暗示真正的快乐 存在于个体的独特性之中。故选 B 错误选项分析：A（人工智能不如人类聪明）：文章核心是人工智能无法捕捉独特的快乐，并非比较人与 AI 的智商，该选项错误。C（独特性是改进人工智能的关键）：原文未提及改进人工智能的相关内容，该选项错误。D（整体大于部分之和）：与原文表达的“独特的个体带来真正的快乐 ”无关，该选项错误。 3.山东名校联盟2026届高三下学期2月份核心素养评估考试英语试卷 B 16-year-old Jared Lepora from the UK has created a robotic arm that imitates the natural movements of a human hand using only ready-made Lego Mindstorms parts. He showcased this invention at the 2025 International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems in Hangzhou, China. The teenager co-authored research recently published along with colleagues including his father Nathan Lepora, a professor of robotics and artificial intelligence at the University of Bristol. Jared used Lego Mindstorms, a Lego robotics kit, to build a Lego version of SoftHand-A, a 3D-printed robot hand introduced in an earlier study. “My dad has always been working on robotics. He designs robotic systems with complicated mechanisms that have lots of real-world applications,” Jared said. “My goal was to create an educational design which shows professional mechanisms in a simple educational way understandable by children.” The design is a playful interpretation of a serious line of robotics research. It is based on the Pisa/IIT SoftHand model, a world-leading development in soft robotics that uses a single tendon (肌腱) system to coordinate finger movements. Jared adapted this concept for educational purposes, replacing the 3D-printed parts and metal bearings with standard components and over 100 plastic Lego bearings. Despite its toy origins, the Lego SoftHand performs remarkably well. Lab tests have shown that it can grip objects with about 90% of the force of a professional 3D-printed SoftHand, and perform open-close cycles in about one second. Since the hand can be constructed from Lego pieces and uses state-of-the-art design concepts for robotic hands, it has the potential to educate and inspire children to learn about the frontiers of modern robotics. “My generation and younger are the future of robotics, so it is essential that we understand and take interest in this field,” Jared says. “Building a robot hand with your own hands is a great way to learn about robotics.” 4. What can be learned about Jared from the first two paragraphs? A. He has an inquiring mind. B. He is keen on cutting-edge tech. C. He is fond of Lego bricks. D. He excels at hands-on projects. 5. What is Jared’s design like? A. Rare but mind-opening. B. User-friendly and informative. C. Complicated but well-operated. D. Cost-effective and professional. 6. What is the basis for Jared’s design? A. A novel concept of movements. B. Earlier research of Lego robotics. C. An advanced model in soft robotics. D. The availability of Lego components. 7. What message does the text mainly convey? A. Like father, like son. B. Home is the first school. C. It’s never too late to learn. D. Think outside the Lego box. 【答案】4. D 5. B 6. C 7. D 【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章主要讲述了16岁的英国少年Jared Lepora利用乐高Mindstorms零件制作了一款模仿人类手部自然运动的机械手臂，并在国际会议上展示其研究成果，旨在通过教育设计激发儿童对机器人技术的兴趣。 【4题详解】推理判断题。根据第一段中“16-year-old Jared Lepora from the UK has created a robotic arm that imitates the natural movements of a human hand using only ready-made Lego Mindstorms parts.(来自英国的16岁少年Jared Lepora仅用现成的乐高Mindstorms零件就制造出了一款能够模仿人类手部自然动作的机械手臂)”和第二段中“Jared used Lego Mindstorms, a Lego robotics kit, to build a Lego version of SoftHand-A, a 3D-printed robot hand introduced in an earlier study.(Jared使用乐高机器人套件乐高Mindstorms制作了一个乐高版本的SoftHand-A，这是一款在早期研究中推出的3D打印机械手)”可知，Jared仅用现成的乐高Mindstorms零件就制造出了一款能够模仿人类手部自然动作的机械手臂，说明他擅长动手制作。故选D项。 【5题详解】推理判断题。根据第三段中“My goal was to create an educational design which shows professional mechanisms in a simple educational way understandable by children.(我的目标是创建一个教育设计，以儿童能够理解的简单教育方式展示专业机制)”可知，Jared的设计是用户友好（易于儿童理解）且具有信息性（展示专业原理）的。故选B项。 【6题详解】细节理解题。根据第四段中“The design is a playful interpretation of a serious line of robotics research. It is based on the Pisa/IIT SoftHand model, a world-leading development in soft robotics that uses a single tendon (肌腱) system to coordinate finger movements.(该设计是对一系列严肃的机器人研究的有趣诠释。它基于Pisa/IIT SoftHand模型，这是世界领先的软体机器人发展，使用单一肌腱系统来协调手指运动)”可知，Jared的设计基于软体机器人领域的先进模型。故选C项。 【7题详解】主旨大意题。通读全文，结合第一段中“16-year-old Jared Lepora from the UK has created a robotic arm that imitates the natural movements of a human hand using only ready-made Lego Mindstorms parts.(来自英国的16岁少年Jared Lepora仅用现成的乐高Mindstorms零件就制造出了一款能够模仿人类手部自然动作的机械手臂)”和最后一段中“Building a robot hand with your own hands is a great way to learn about robotics. (亲手搭建一个机器人手是了解机器人学的好方法)”可知，文章主要讲述了16岁的英国少年Jared Lepora利用乐高Mindstorms零件制作了一款模仿人类手部自然运动的机械手臂，Jared突破了乐高作为玩具的传统思维，将其用于创造前沿的机器人模型，这体现了“在乐高盒子之外思考”的创新精神。D项“Think outside the Lego box. (跳出乐高的思维框架)”能概括文章传达的主要信息。故选D项。 4.重庆市沙坪坝区重庆市第八中学校2025-2026学年度下学期高三年级入学考试英语试题 B One moment it was quiet and calm in the forest, the next, the air was charged with tension. The elephant had heard the distant alarm calls of animals and her mood suddenly changed. I urged the elephant deeper into the forest. We sounded like a forest fire-crackling, snapping, trailblazing. But through all the noise came a sharp warning cry. The elephant stopped and we heard it again — the tell-tale call of a spotted deer. I looked quickly around the shadows of the forest. Rays of sunlight shone through tree branches, beneath which the patchwork (交错) of green plants and shadows-within-shadows would make tiger stripes (条纹) look more attractive. Apart from an occasional noise from the elephant’s stomach, the forest was silent. Gradually, the tension slipped from our bodies. The elephant seized a nearby branch and put it into her mouth. I reached forward and gently moved my hand over the elephant’s neck; there was a soft part, free of wrinkles and hairs, behind her ear. This was my fourth time to sense the aura of the forest in Corbett, although I saw no tigers in the end. Located at the foot of the Himalayan mountains, Corbett is home to about 135 Bengal tigers, but the forest seemed to be guarding their whereabouts(出没处), a silent reminder of their secrecy and rarity. Still, I was happy enough touching the elephant behind the ear. If I had so desperately wanted to see a tiger, I could have gone to a zoo. After all, spotting tigers merely confirms their beauty; tracking them can make you aware of something more. 24. Which of the following was a clear signal of alarm? A. The elephant stopped. B. A spotted deer called. C. The elephant seized a branch. D. The forest was silent for a while. 25. The author begins his account of the tour in the forest mainly by ____________. A. describing various sounds B. comparing different animals C. listing different activities D. introducing various plants 26. What does the underlined part ＂to sense the aura＂ most probably mean? A. To see the diversity. B. To enjoy the scenery. C. To feel the atmosphere. D. To experience the freedom. 27. How does the author feel after several visits to Corbett? A. Seeing a Bengal tiger is quite thrilling. B. It is very time-consuming to travel in Corbett. C. It is really worthwhile to study the animals in Corbett. D. The process of finding Bengal tigers is most appealing. 【答案】24. B 25. A 26. C 27. D 本文是一篇记叙文。文章记叙了作者骑着大象在森林追踪老虎的过程和这个过程中的心理体验。 【24题详解】细节理解题。从第一段But through all the noise came a sharp warning cry. The elephant stopped and we heard it again --- the tell-tale call of a spotted deer.一句可知，梅花鹿的鸣叫是“报警”的声音。A、D两项均是听到“报警”之后的结果。选择B。 【25题详解】推理判断题。从第一段distant alarm calls, all the noise, a sharp warning cry等词语描述可知，作者开头描述了森林里的各种声音。选择A。 【26题详解】词义猜测题。从上下文可知，作者去森林是为了感受追踪老虎的那份神秘、兴奋和紧张的氛围。所以“to sense the aura”为“感受气氛”之意。故选择C项。 【27题详解】推理判断题。文章最后一段After all, spotting tigers merely confirms their beauty; tracking them can make you aware of something more.一句告诉我们，在作者看来，真正看见老虎只是证实它们的美，并且直接去动物园就可以实现这个目的；但是追踪老虎却能带来更多感受，作者真正感兴趣的是这个过程。故选择D项。 5.2026届云南昭通市第一中学等三校高考备考实用性联考卷（六）英语试题 When Giorgio Armani, founder of one of the world’s most respected fashion brands, passed away at 91 on Sept. 4, he left behind a lasting legacy that reshaped global fashion and culture. Among his countless elegant creations, the champagne-and-silver suit Jodie Foster wore to accept the 1992 Academy Award for Best Actress stands out as the most powerful symbol of his profound impact. Foster had claimed an Oscar once before, in 1989 for The Accused, when she wore a light-blue off-the-rack dress chosen by herself. Unfortunately, the outfit was not well-received at the time and later made its way onto several worst-dressed lists. In 1992, she turned to Armani, and the brand has been dressing her for the Oscars and most other major events ever since. Armani recognized Hollywood’s great power early on — after providing all the suits for Richard Gere in American Gigolo, his brand gained widespread popularity and exposure. He even set up a special VIP dressing room on Rodeo Drive for stars to get styled, a strategy that paid off: in 1990, so many celebrities, both male and female, wore Armani to the Oscars that the fashion publication Women’s Wear Daily called it “the Armani Awards.” Foster’s 1992 suit was a classic example of Armani’s design philosophy: flawless tailoring paired with a relaxed outline, a striking contrast to the loud, over-the-top styles popular in the 1980s. Its soft blush color and flowing lines marked a clear shift toward a quieter sense of sophistication. Armani, who had already introduced unstructured jackets for both men and women, played a key role in introducing a less formal fashion era, allowing people to look refined without appearing stuffy. This iconic suit also strengthened the relationship between contemporary designers, celebrities, and the Oscars. Fashion soon became a highlight of the ceremony, bringing more attention to stars and brands alike. Though the fashion world has changed dramatically since Armani founded his label in 1975, it is largely a world shaped by his unique vision and far-reaching influence. 24. Why is Jodie Foster’s 1992 Oscar suit special? A. It was Armani’s first Oscar outfit. B. It symbolizes Armani’s fashion influence. C. It made Foster win her first Oscar. D. It was the most expensive suit at that year’s Oscars. 25. What do we know about Armani’s strategy? A. He focused on making fancy evening dresses. B. He used Hollywood’s influence to promote his brand. C. He refused to work with costume departments. D. He only sold off-the-rack clothes to stars. 26. According to the passage, what is a characteristic of Armani’s design philosophy? A. It focuses on loud and over-the-top styles. B. It prioritizes formal and stuffy appearances. C. It combines flawless tailoring with a relaxed outline.D. It uses only bright and flashy colors. 27. What’s the main idea of the passage? A. The story behind Jodie Foster’s famous Oscar suit. B. How Armani built his fashion empire through stars. C. Armani’s great influence on fashion and the Oscars.D. The development of Oscar red-carpet fashion styles. 【答案】24. B 25. B 26. C 27. C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了乔治·阿玛尼对时尚界和奥斯卡金像奖产生的深远影响，通过朱迪·福斯特的奥斯卡礼服等例子，展现了阿玛尼的设计理念和品牌推广策略。 【24题详解】细节理解题。根据第一段中“Among his countless elegant creations, the champagne-and-silver suit Jodie Foster wore to accept the 1992 Academy Award for Best actress stands out as the most powerful symbol of his profound impact. (在他无数优雅的作品中，朱迪·福斯特穿着香槟银色的礼服领取1992年奥斯卡最佳女主角奖，这成为他深远影响的最有力象征。)”可知，朱迪·福斯特的1992年奥斯卡礼服象征着阿玛尼的时尚影响力。故选B项。 【25题详解】细节理解题。根据第二段中“Armani recognized Hollywood’s great power early on — after providing all the suits for Richard Gere in American Gigolo, his brand gained widespread popularity and exposure. He even set up a special VIP dressing room on Rodeo Drive for stars to get styled, a strategy that paid off: in 1990, so many celebrities, both male and female, wore Armani to the Oscars that the fashion publication Women’s Wear Daily called it “the Armani Awards.” (阿玛尼很早就认识到好莱坞的巨大影响力——在为《美国舞男》中的理查·基尔提供所有西装后，他的品牌获得了广泛的欢迎和曝光。他甚至在罗迪欧大道设立了一个特别的VIP更衣室，供明星们打扮，这一策略取得了成效：1990年，如此多的男女明星穿着阿玛尼参加奥斯卡颁奖典礼，以至于时尚刊物《女装日报》称之为“阿玛尼奖”。)”可知，阿玛尼利用好莱坞的影响力来推广他的品牌。故选B项。 【26题详解】细节理解题。根据第三段中“Foster’s 1992 suit was a classic example of Armani’s design philosophy: flawless tailoring paired with a relaxed outline, a striking contrast to the loud, over-the-top styles popular in the 1980s. (福斯特1992年的礼服是阿玛尼设计理念的经典例子：完美的剪裁搭配宽松的轮廓，与20世纪80年代流行的大胆、夸张的风格形成鲜明对比。)”可知，阿玛尼的设计理念是将完美的剪裁与宽松的轮廓相结合。故选C项。 【27题详解】主旨大意题。通读全文，结合第一段中“When Giorgio Armani, founder of one of the world’s most respected fashion brands, passed away at 91 on Sept. 4, he left behind a lasting legacy that reshaped global fashion and culture. (9月4日，世界上最受尊敬的时尚品牌之一的创始人乔治·阿玛尼去世，享年91岁，他留下了重塑全球时尚和文化的持久遗产。)”以及后文通过福斯特的西装、与好莱坞的合作以及设计理念，具体阐述了阿玛尼对时尚界和奥斯卡奖的深远影响可知，本文主要讲述了阿玛尼对时尚和奥斯卡的深远影响。故选C项。 6.湖北省云学联盟2026届高三年级2月阶段训练英语试卷 Celine Dion, one of the most iconic voices in music history, has captured audiences worldwide with her powerful vocal and emotional performances. Her journey from a small-town girl in Canada to a global superstar reflects her extraordinary talent, resilience, and optimism. Born in Quebec in March 1968 as the youngest of the 14 children in a musical family, Celine displayed her gift young. By 12, she had already co-written her first song with her mother. Her big break came when her talent was discovered by manager René Angélil. Deeply impressed by her voice, he mortgaged (抵押) his house to finance her debut album, marking the beginning of a lifelong professional partnership and eventual marriage. Celine’s career skyrocketed in the 1980s and 1990s. She rose to international fame with hits like The Power of Love and Because You Loved Me. However, it was her performance of My Heart Will Go On that cemented her status as a global icon, which earned her an Academy Award and multiple Grammy Awards and placed her name in households globally. Her performances at major events, such as the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, further highlighted her ability to capture massive audiences. It’s not that Celine’s life has not been without hardship. In 2016, she suffered the loss of René Angélil, her beloved. This period marked a profound personal transformation. She openly shared her grief and embraced fashion as a form of self-expression, using it to channel feelings of “strength, beauty, and femininity”. In recent years, Celine herself has faced a battle with Stiff Person Syndrome, a rare neurological disorder causing severe muscle spasms. Despite this, she remains determined to return to the stage, declaring, “If I can’t run, I’ll walk; if I can’t walk, I’ll crawl…I won’t stop.” Celine Dion’s influence extends far beyond music. Her philanthropic efforts, including support for children’s charities and disaster relief initiatives, underscore her commitment to giving back to society. Her recent documentary, I Am: Celine Dion, offers a close glimpse into her life and struggles, inspiring millions with her resilience and optimism. 24. How did René Angélil fund Celine Dion’s first album? A. He secured a loan against his house. B. He sold his house and other possessions. C. He borrowed money from his friends. D. He organized a big concert to raise fund. 25. Which event further established Celine Dion’s legendary status? A. Her hit song The Power of Love. B. My Heart Will Go On for Titanic. C. Her documentary I Am: Celine Dion. D. Her performance at the Atlanta Olympics. 26. What can be inferred about Celine Dion’s attitude toward her challenges? A. She plans to greatly transform her music. B. She publicly seeks comfort from her fans. C. She remains committed to her performing. D. She prioritizes her fashion career over music. 27. What does the underlined word “philanthropic” in the last paragraph probably mean? A. Ambitious. B. Tireless. C. Competent. D. Generous. 【答案】24. A 25. B 26. C 27. D 【导语】本文为记叙文。文章以时间顺序为线索，记叙了席琳·迪翁从出生、成名到面对人生挑战的主要生命历程，并穿插了对其影响力与精神品质的评价，旨在叙述生平、展现品格并传递励志精神。 【24题详解】细节理解题。根据文章第二段最后一句“Deeply impressed by her voice, he mortgaged (抵押) his house to finance her debut album, marking the beginning of a lifelong professional partnership and eventual marriage.(她那动人的嗓音给他留下了深刻的印象，于是他抵押了自己的房子来为她的首张专辑提供资金，这标志着一段终身的职业合作关系的开始，最终也促成了他们的婚姻)”可知，René Angélill是通过抵押房产来资助席琳·迪翁的首张专辑的。故选A。 【25题详解】细节理解题。根据文章第三段中“However, it was her performance of My Heart Will Go On that cemented her status as a global icon, which earned her an Academy Award and multiple Grammy Awards and placed her name in households globally.(然而，正是她在《我心永恒》中的出色表演，使她成为了全球的标志性人物。这一表演为她赢得了奥斯卡奖和多个格莱美奖，并使她的名字传遍了全球各地的家庭)”可知，《我心永恒》的表演巩固了她作为全球偶像的地位，因此，该事件是确立其传奇地位的关键。故选B。 【26题详解】推理判断题。文章第四段末尾“Despite this, she remains determined to return to the stage, declaring, “If I can’t run, I’ll walk; if I can’t walk, I’ll crawl…I won’t stop.”(尽管如此，她仍坚定地想要重返舞台，并说道：“如果我跑不了，我就走；如果我走不了，我就爬……我绝不会停止。”)”引用她的话，并提到她坚定地想要重返舞台，这明确表明尽管面临健康挑战，她依然决心重返舞台，致力于表演事业。故选C。 【27题详解】词句猜测题。文章最后一段中“Her philanthropic efforts, including support for children’s charities and disaster relief initiatives, underscore her commitment to giving back to society.(她的philanthropic行动，包括对儿童慈善机构的支持以及救灾活动的参与，彰显了她回馈社会的决心)”中“philanthropic”一词用于描述主人公的行为或品质，从下文可知，该词与慈善、奉献相关，强调无私给予和帮助他人的精神，因此意为“慷慨的”(generous)。故选D。 1 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 1.安徽A10联盟2026届高三下学期2月开学学情检测英语试题 I often take walks in the middle of my writing day. One afternoon, I returned home, looked at my front door, and felt how normal and safe it seemed. Then a question occurred to me: What if I came back and found the door wide open? That simple idea became the seed for my novel Gone Girl. Around that time, I watched many true-crime shows, in which the husband was often the “bad guy”. But in my story, the husband would not be completely innocent, nor completely evil. No story comes to a writer in full form. Gone Girl changed hugely when I was writing it. At first, I wrote only from Nick’s point of view. Amy’s voice was missing. To understand her, I wrote short exercises. One of them later became the now-famous “cool girl” passage. I also imagined many possible endings — should Amy be recognized by strangers, or even be killed? In the end, I felt Nick and Amy were locked in a special, troubling bond. They harmed each other, yet depended on each other. My years as a journalist helped me accept that a first draft is always rough. The writing process was no mystery to me; I knew no sudden inspiration would come to fix it. I had to solve the problems myself. Many people give up because their first draft feels terrible. But all first drafts are like that. While writing Gone Girl, I had many doubts. The story had no clear hero, and the biggest surprise came in the middle, not the end. I liked the idea, and luckily my editors did too, but none of us knew whether readers would enjoy it. To our relief, booksellers supported it early on. The novel entered the bestseller list at number two and soon reached number one. I do not expect to repeat my success. I’m going to write other great books, but there’s never going to be another Gone Girl. That was just pure lightning in a bottle and I was lucky to be there for it. 24. What first inspired the author to write Gone Girl? A. A dream about danger. B. A true-crime TV show. C. A thought about her door. D. Her husband’s strange behavior. 25. What does the author think about first drafts? A. They can be perfect. B. They usually show final style. C. They are usually far from perfect. D. They should be brief to the point. 26. What can we infer about the novel’s early reception? A. Readers disliked its lack of a clear hero. B. It was rejected by booksellers immediately. C. It faced strong criticism from true-crime fans. D. Editors and booksellers showed early support. 27. What does the underlined part “lightning in a bottle” in the last paragraph probably mean? A. A long-time effort. B. A rare lucky event. C. A common success. D. A well-planned result. 2.浙江浙南名校、七彩阳光 精诚联盟、金兰教育2025-2026学年2月高三下学期返校联考英语试题 B This is depressing: people are using AI to solve escape room puzzles and cheat at trivial nights.It's like going into a corn maze (迷宫) and just wanting a straight line to the end. Surely, that is the definition of wrecking your own fun. I'm puzzled how anyone could enjoy using a large language model (LLM) to sound“clever” or participate in any AI-hacked hobby. It doesn't matter much,I suppose —— this isn't AI as existential threat. But it matters for fun —— let the bots take our work, but not our joy！ I wouldn't tell anyone how to enjoy themselves —— I'm no expert on fun, and would definitely end up sounding like an AI-generated Substack if I did (hug a tree, speak to a stranger, laugh with loved ones). But I have been thinking what makes me feel most vividly alive and I'm aiming to do more of it —— my individual fightback against the“impersonal universal”. The first one is singing. I expect AI to search through musical classics to compose great songs,but it can't produce the entertainment of my small choir composed of very particular humans. We' re not the most polished singers, but listening to one another and trying to blend (融合) our voices gives me an intense sense of connection. Occasionally, everything comes together and we produce a few seconds of surprising beauty. When it doesn't, it's fun anyway. I also get a fair amount of joy from people —— I say this as a lifelong introvert (内向的人). WhenI try to identify my most reliable source of pleasure, it's wandering round a strange city looking at its inhabitants. What are people wearing, eating, talking about; what annoy s them; what kind of dogs do they have? It's an all-you-can-eat human buffet. That's the secret for me: AI can explain what we are as a whole, but it blends all our colours to a muddy brown; it can't capture the joy of the absolutely particular. 24. What does the underlined word“wrecking” in the first paragraph mean? A. Ruining. B. Creating. C. Enjoying. D. Spreading 25. Which of the following would the author disapprove of? A. Following AI-generated suggestions. B. Encouraging others to enjoy themselves. C. Taking advantage of AI in the workplace. D. Making use of AI in recreational activities. 26. What is the problem of AI-generated music? A. It is impersonal. B. It is unoriginal. C. It is serious. D. It is complex. 27. What does the author imply in the last paragraph? A. AI is less intelligent than humans. B. True joy lies in individual uniqueness. C. Particularity is the key to improving AI. D. The whole is more than the sum of its parts. 3.山东名校联盟2026届高三下学期2月份核心素养评估考试英语试卷 B 16-year-old Jared Lepora from the UK has created a robotic arm that imitates the natural movements of a human hand using only ready-made Lego Mindstorms parts. He showcased this invention at the 2025 International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems in Hangzhou, China. The teenager co-authored research recently published along with colleagues including his father Nathan Lepora, a professor of robotics and artificial intelligence at the University of Bristol. Jared used Lego Mindstorms, a Lego robotics kit, to build a Lego version of SoftHand-A, a 3D-printed robot hand introduced in an earlier study. “My dad has always been working on robotics. He designs robotic systems with complicated mechanisms that have lots of real-world applications,” Jared said. “My goal was to create an educational design which shows professional mechanisms in a simple educational way understandable by children.” The design is a playful interpretation of a serious line of robotics research. It is based on the Pisa/IIT SoftHand model, a world-leading development in soft robotics that uses a single tendon (肌腱) system to coordinate finger movements. Jared adapted this concept for educational purposes, replacing the 3D-printed parts and metal bearings with standard components and over 100 plastic Lego bearings. Despite its toy origins, the Lego SoftHand performs remarkably well. Lab tests have shown that it can grip objects with about 90% of the force of a professional 3D-printed SoftHand, and perform open-close cycles in about one second. Since the hand can be constructed from Lego pieces and uses state-of-the-art design concepts for robotic hands, it has the potential to educate and inspire children to learn about the frontiers of modern robotics. “My generation and younger are the future of robotics, so it is essential that we understand and take interest in this field,” Jared says. “Building a robot hand with your own hands is a great way to learn about robotics.” 4. What can be learned about Jared from the first two paragraphs? A. He has an inquiring mind. B. He is keen on cutting-edge tech. C. He is fond of Lego bricks. D. He excels at hands-on projects. 5. What is Jared’s design like? A. Rare but mind-opening. B. User-friendly and informative. C. Complicated but well-operated. D. Cost-effective and professional. 6. What is the basis for Jared’s design? A. A novel concept of movements. B. Earlier research of Lego robotics. C. An advanced model in soft robotics. D. The availability of Lego components. 7. What message does the text mainly convey? A. Like father, like son. B. Home is the first school. C. It’s never too late to learn. D. Think outside the Lego box. 4.重庆市沙坪坝区重庆市第八中学校2025-2026学年度下学期高三年级入学考试英语试题 B One moment it was quiet and calm in the forest, the next, the air was charged with tension. The elephant had heard the distant alarm calls of animals and her mood suddenly changed. I urged the elephant deeper into the forest. We sounded like a forest fire-crackling, snapping, trailblazing. But through all the noise came a sharp warning cry. The elephant stopped and we heard it again — the tell-tale call of a spotted deer. I looked quickly around the shadows of the forest. Rays of sunlight shone through tree branches, beneath which the patchwork (交错) of green plants and shadows-within-shadows would make tiger stripes (条纹) look more attractive. Apart from an occasional noise from the elephant’s stomach, the forest was silent. Gradually, the tension slipped from our bodies. The elephant seized a nearby branch and put it into her mouth. I reached forward and gently moved my hand over the elephant’s neck; there was a soft part, free of wrinkles and hairs, behind her ear. This was my fourth time to sense the aura of the forest in Corbett, although I saw no tigers in the end. Located at the foot of the Himalayan mountains, Corbett is home to about 135 Bengal tigers, but the forest seemed to be guarding their whereabouts(出没处), a silent reminder of their secrecy and rarity. Still, I was happy enough touching the elephant behind the ear. If I had so desperately wanted to see a tiger, I could have gone to a zoo. After all, spotting tigers merely confirms their beauty; tracking them can make you aware of something more. 24. Which of the following was a clear signal of alarm? A. The elephant stopped. B. A spotted deer called. C. The elephant seized a branch. D. The forest was silent for a while. 25. The author begins his account of the tour in the forest mainly by ____________. A. describing various sounds B. comparing different animals C. listing different activities D. introducing various plants 26. What does the underlined part ＂to sense the aura＂ most probably mean? A. To see the diversity. B. To enjoy the scenery. C. To feel the atmosphere. D. To experience the freedom. 27. How does the author feel after several visits to Corbett? A. Seeing a Bengal tiger is quite thrilling. B. It is very time-consuming to travel in Corbett. C. It is really worthwhile to study the animals in Corbett. D. The process of finding Bengal tigers is most appealing. 5.2026届云南昭通市第一中学等三校高考备考实用性联考卷（六）英语试题 When Giorgio Armani, founder of one of the world’s most respected fashion brands, passed away at 91 on Sept. 4, he left behind a lasting legacy that reshaped global fashion and culture. Among his countless elegant creations, the champagne-and-silver suit Jodie Foster wore to accept the 1992 Academy Award for Best Actress stands out as the most powerful symbol of his profound impact. Foster had claimed an Oscar once before, in 1989 for The Accused, when she wore a light-blue off-the-rack dress chosen by herself. Unfortunately, the outfit was not well-received at the time and later made its way onto several worst-dressed lists. In 1992, she turned to Armani, and the brand has been dressing her for the Oscars and most other major events ever since. Armani recognized Hollywood’s great power early on — after providing all the suits for Richard Gere in American Gigolo, his brand gained widespread popularity and exposure. He even set up a special VIP dressing room on Rodeo Drive for stars to get styled, a strategy that paid off: in 1990, so many celebrities, both male and female, wore Armani to the Oscars that the fashion publication Women’s Wear Daily called it “the Armani Awards.” Foster’s 1992 suit was a classic example of Armani’s design philosophy: flawless tailoring paired with a relaxed outline, a striking contrast to the loud, over-the-top styles popular in the 1980s. Its soft blush color and flowing lines marked a clear shift toward a quieter sense of sophistication. Armani, who had already introduced unstructured jackets for both men and women, played a key role in introducing a less formal fashion era, allowing people to look refined without appearing stuffy. This iconic suit also strengthened the relationship between contemporary designers, celebrities, and the Oscars. Fashion soon became a highlight of the ceremony, bringing more attention to stars and brands alike. Though the fashion world has changed dramatically since Armani founded his label in 1975, it is largely a world shaped by his unique vision and far-reaching influence. 24. Why is Jodie Foster’s 1992 Oscar suit special? A. It was Armani’s first Oscar outfit. B. It symbolizes Armani’s fashion influence. C. It made Foster win her first Oscar. D. It was the most expensive suit at that year’s Oscars. 25. What do we know about Armani’s strategy? A. He focused on making fancy evening dresses. B. He used Hollywood’s influence to promote his brand. C. He refused to work with costume departments. D. He only sold off-the-rack clothes to stars. 26. According to the passage, what is a characteristic of Armani’s design philosophy? A. It focuses on loud and over-the-top styles. B. It prioritizes formal and stuffy appearances. C. It combines flawless tailoring with a relaxed outline.D. It uses only bright and flashy colors. 27. What’s the main idea of the passage? A. The story behind Jodie Foster’s famous Oscar suit. B. How Armani built his fashion empire through stars. C. Armani’s great influence on fashion and the Oscars.D. The development of Oscar red-carpet fashion styles. 6.湖北省云学联盟2026届高三年级2月阶段训练英语试卷 Celine Dion, one of the most iconic voices in music history, has captured audiences worldwide with her powerful vocal and emotional performances. Her journey from a small-town girl in Canada to a global superstar reflects her extraordinary talent, resilience, and optimism. Born in Quebec in March 1968 as the youngest of the 14 children in a musical family, Celine displayed her gift young. By 12, she had already co-written her first song with her mother. Her big break came when her talent was discovered by manager René Angélil. Deeply impressed by her voice, he mortgaged (抵押) his house to finance her debut album, marking the beginning of a lifelong professional partnership and eventual marriage. Celine’s career skyrocketed in the 1980s and 1990s. She rose to international fame with hits like The Power of Love and Because You Loved Me. However, it was her performance of My Heart Will Go On that cemented her status as a global icon, which earned her an Academy Award and multiple Grammy Awards and placed her name in households globally. Her performances at major events, such as the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, further highlighted her ability to capture massive audiences. It’s not that Celine’s life has not been without hardship. In 2016, she suffered the loss of René Angélil, her beloved. This period marked a profound personal transformation. She openly shared her grief and embraced fashion as a form of self-expression, using it to channel feelings of “strength, beauty, and femininity”. In recent years, Celine herself has faced a battle with Stiff Person Syndrome, a rare neurological disorder causing severe muscle spasms. Despite this, she remains determined to return to the stage, declaring, “If I can’t run, I’ll walk; if I can’t walk, I’ll crawl…I won’t stop.” Celine Dion’s influence extends far beyond music. Her philanthropic efforts, including support for children’s charities and disaster relief initiatives, underscore her commitment to giving back to society. Her recent documentary, I Am: Celine Dion, offers a close glimpse into her life and struggles, inspiring millions with her resilience and optimism. 24. How did René Angélil fund Celine Dion’s first album? A. He secured a loan against his house. B. He sold his house and other possessions. C. He borrowed money from his friends. D. He organized a big concert to raise fund. 25. Which event further established Celine Dion’s legendary status? A. Her hit song The Power of Love. B. My Heart Will Go On for Titanic. C. Her documentary I Am: Celine Dion. D. Her performance at the Atlanta Olympics. 26. What can be inferred about Celine Dion’s attitude toward her challenges? A. She plans to greatly transform her music. B. She publicly seeks comfort from her fans. C. She remains committed to her performing. D. She prioritizes her fashion career over music. 27. What does the underlined word “philanthropic” in the last paragraph probably mean? A. Ambitious. B. Tireless. C. Competent. D. Generous. 1 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $