上海市金山区2025-2026学年高三下学期质量监控（二模）英语试卷

2025学年第二学期质量监控 高三英语试卷 (时间105分钟，分值115分) 2026年4月 I.Grammar and vocabulary (20) Section A(10分) Directions:After reading the passage below,fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct.For the blanks with a given word,fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word;for the other blanks,use one word that best fits each blank. Can Time-Honored Brands Win Modern Hearts? The Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM)has launched the 2026 Time-Honored Brands Carnival(),a nationwide year-long initiative to show famous national and local traditional brands.The organizers will hold it during traditional festivals,holidays and big exhibitions, (1) _.expect)to provide more high-quality products and services and meet people's wish for a better life. MOFCOM data shows China has 1,455 official time-honored brands,(2) an average history of over 145 years.In the age of global economy and changing consumer tastes, these brands,carriers of China's business culture,(3) (face)geat chances and challenges.The carnival,therefore.is more than a business show.It(4) also serve as a cultural bridge,connecting the past and future,tradition and modern life Famous for great quality and special features,these products perfectly satisfy modern people's need for special and high-end goods. Many brands own special skills and secret recipes,which are valuable cultural heritage.They will be visually presented throughout the carnival.For example,Tongrentang's traditional Chinese medicine processing techniques(⑤， (demonstrare)on site.This will bring traditional techniques from workshops to the public and stimulate the willingness (6) (learn)and pass them on. (7) makes the carnival distinctive is that it successfully bridges brands and local culture by recreating historical scenes and sharing vivid stories.It can be elearly seen that,in Beijing,the carnival restores the commercial scenes of hutongs,(8) in Shanghai,it places greater emphasis on displaying the unique commercial culture shaped by the city's history Furthermore,the carnival helps traditional brands integrate naturally into modern life.Many time-honored tea'houses have.developed innovative drinks,and the carnival provides a perfect platform(9)】 these new concepts can be tested and accepted by the public. (10) (support)by rich experiences and various interactive activities,the "culture consumption"model injects new vitality into old brands.And it in turn guides the upgrading and progress of social consumption. 高三英语第1页共10页 Section B(10分) Directions:Complete the following passage by using the words in the box.Each word can only be used once.Note that there is onn mord than you need. A.boosts B.challenging G.efficiently D.gains E.individually F.iteracts Eninternal M.matters I.memorized J.targets K.Varteus 备注：选项不考虑单词大小写。 AI That Talks to Itself Learns Faster and Smarter Talking to yourself may feel uniquely human,but it turns out this habit can also help machines learn.(11) _dialogue helps people organize ideas,weigh choices,and make sense of emotions.New research shows that a similar process can improve how AI learns and adapts.The researchers found that AI systems perform better across many tasks when they are trained to use inner speech alongside short-term memory.The findings suggest that learning is shaped not only by the structure of an AI system,but also by how it (12) with itself during training. How Self Talk Improves AI Performance To test this idea,the researchers combined self-directed internal speech with a specialized working memory system.This approach allowed their AI models to learn more(13) adjust to unfamiliar situations,and handle multiple tasks at once.The results showed clear improvements in flexibility and overall performance compared with systems that relied on memory alone. Building AI That Can Generalize A central goal of the team's work is content--agnostic(与内容无关的)information processing.This refers to the ability to apply learned skills beyond the exact situations encountered during training,using general rules rather than(14) examples. Why Working Memory(15)_ The researchers began by examining memory design in AI models,focusing on working memory and its role in generalization.By testing tasks with different levels of difficulty,the team compared(16) _memory structures. They found that models with multiple working memory slots(内存插槽)performed better on (17)problems,such as reversing sequences()or recreating patterns.These tasks require holding several pieces of information at once and processing them in the correct order. When the team added (18) that encouraged the system to talk to itself a specific number of times,performance improved even further.The biggest (19) appeared during multitasking and in tasks that required many steps. The combined system is particularly exciting because it(20) learning efficiency while using far less training data.It could pave the way for more flexible,human-like AI systems. 高三蓝语笙)而共10而 II.Reading Comprehension (45) Section A(15分) Directions:For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A,B,C and D.Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context. A new study has found that bumblebees can process the duration of light flashes and use this information to find food.This is the (21) evidence of such an ability in insects,according to Elisabetta Versace from Queen Mary University of London.Versace told CNN that the finding could settle a long-standing debate among scientists about whether insects are able to process complex pattems,as many experts previously (22)their cognitive()abilities. "In the past,people thought insects were just simple reflex machines without any flexibility," Versace explained.To test their idea and prove that bees could process time-related information,the researchers built a(n)(23)designed maze()where individual bumblebees traveled when leaving their nests for food. In the maze,the bees were shown two distinct (24)clues:one circle that flashed briefly for 0.5 seconds and the other for a longer period of 5 seconds.When the bees approached these(25) circles,they found sweet,preferred food at one and bitter,unwanted food at the other.Even though the circles'positions changed in each part of the maze,the bees gradually learned over time to fly toward the(26)flash,which was consistently linked to the sweet food. To(27)_ the possibility that the bees were relying on seeing or smelling the sweet food, Versace and her team members then tested the bees'behavior when no food was present at all.They found that the bees could still tell the circles apart based(28) on flash duration,not other potential cues like color or shape."This shows the bees are(29) using the time difference between the flashes to guide their food-seeking choices,"she said. Versace noted that the bees'ability to use such novel stimuli-flashes they would never encounter in their natural environment-to solve tasks flexibly is truly (30) _.“This finding makes perfect sense,as bees must carefully manage their time while looking for food to maximize rewards ana minimize the (31) of returning to the nest,"she said.The study also found that bumblebees are among a small group of animals,including humans and pigeons,that can(32) between short and long flashes,a skill humans use to understand Morse code,where short and long signals represent different letters. While the neural mechanisms(神经机制)behind bees'(33) ability remain unclear, the team plans to investigate them further in future research.They also aim to study bees living freely in colonies rather than individually,and explore why some bees learn to (34)time duration faster than others.The findings (35)the long-held idea that bees are just instinct-driven machines.Besides,they highlight bees'complex cognition and offer new insights into how animals perceive time. 高三英语第3页共10页 21.A.direct B.first C.concrete D physical 22.A.developed B.possessed C.demonstrated D.underestimated 23.A.abstractly B.carefully C.complexly D.conventionally 24.A visual B.verbal C.potential D.important 25.A.dark B.wide C.complete D.respective 26.A.short B.bright C.sudden D.complete 27.A.allow for B.look into C.rule out D.open up 28.A.typically B.simply C.specially D.purposefully 29.A.actually B.accidentally C.maximumly D.casually 30 A.unique B.doubtful C.remarkable D.measurable 81.A.fees B.rates C.costs D.losses 32.A.shift B.range C.alternate D,distinguish 33.A.food-seeking B.time-setting C.time-judging D.food-processing 34.A.assess B.reduce C.invest D.combine 35.A.convey B.develop C,explore D.challenge Section B(22分) Directions:Read the following three passages.Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements.For each of them there are four choices marked A,B,C and D.Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read. (A) Roberto Beltrami grew up just a few hours'drive from Murano of Italy,world-famous for producing beautiful glassware.But it was in Boston that he first came across the art of glassblowing. It was 2011,and Beltrami,then a physics student at Boston University,was fascinated by an exhibition of the work of American artist Dale Chihuly,known for pushing back the boundaries of contemporary glassblowing. Beltrami visited Murano during his summer break and took a class in glassblowing.That class turned into an apprenticeship()and later he studied under some of the world's most famous glassblowing masters. At one time,Murano was the global leader in glassblowing.But in recent years,the number of factories has dropped sharply.While many say that young people are uninterested in pursuing hot, hard manual labor,Beltrami has a different perspective."With a long tradition of closely guarding their trade secrets,workshops in Murano are reluctant to welcome newcomers,"Beltrami said. In 2017,Beltrami started his own workshop,Wave Murano Glass.Now with a team of 20, many of them in their twenties and thirties,Beltrami-believed to be the youngest glass master in Murano-is training a new generation of craftsmen. At Wave,Beltrami introduced a variety of modern technologies,including streamlining 高z斑再第4页共10而 workflows and new firrnaces().These furnaces can capture heat that is typically lost via exhaust fumes and reuse it to preheat the air going into the burner. Murano's factories have historically worked on small-scale industrial orders,with many rejecting orders of less than a few hundred but unable to handle those of a few thousand.So, Beltrami set up his workshop to be flexible.While most of Wave's products are white label products for brands.designers,and artists,up to 10%of the company's sales come from classes and tours. Beltrami also has made a point of offering internships to young,enthusiastic people from around the globe,many of whom are now employed by Wave.For Beltrami,finding new talents is an essential step to revitalize the industry. 36.What first aroused Beltrami's interest in glassblowing? A.A childhood visit to Murano. B.An exhibition on glass artworks. C.An art course at Boston University. D.A physical experiment about glassblowing. 37.What accounts for the decline of Murano's glassblowing industry in Beltrami's opinion? A.The falling global demand for glassware. B.Local workshops'unwillingness to change. C.Young people's lack of interest in manual work. D.Over-protection of their traditional techniques. 38.How does Wave Murano Glass run its business? A.By adopting a diversified business model. B.By focusing on small-scale industrial orders C.By producing customized artworks for the market D.By providing products for various brands and artists. 39.Why does Beltrami offer internships to young people? A.To cut down the daily costs of his workshop. B.To change Murano's traditional working style. C.To pass on and revive the traditional glass craft. D.To expand his team for larger commercial orders. (B) 3D Printing Modeling with Blender Price:$1,299 Age:13-17 Skill level:beginner-advanced Duration:a week-long program,8 hours per day About this camp Sample schedule 3D printing technology has paved the way Here's a sample of what a week in this course for countless inventions.Dive deep into could look like.Keep in mind that students will Blender,a powerful 3D modeling and progress at varying paces,so this is meant to serve animation software used by industry creatives.as an outline of key materials and the overall You'll invent and model your own designs, experience. such as functional desk organizers and Monday An introduction to 3D printing imaginative characters.Then,transform them Tuesday Learning advanced design tools into tactile(有触感的)prints!Create key in Blender chains,small toys,or collectible pets.Plug in Wednesday Starting your own your 3D models and watch them come to life original creation layer by layer on the print bed!At the end of the week,you'll take home your entire Thursday Final projects print collection collection of 3D prints. Friday 3D art gallery The camp format Experienced instructors This camp is part of a summer course Our instructors have a passion for technology, running Monday through Friday.Learning possess unmatched expertise,and have the kind of sessions will be held in a lab on an inspiring personality that brings out the very best in university campus.You will be placed within a everyone.They come from top universities and small group and guided by an experienced earn certification to ensure exceptional teaching instructor.Daily schedules not only focus on quality.Every instructor undergoes thorough hands-on learning and creative exploration but background and reference checks betore joining also allow for outdoor and recreational the program. activities.Day and overnight options are When you learn from the best,you'll unlock available based on location. opportunities to become your best. 高三英语第6页共10页 40.Who would be most interested in this camp? A.Students who expect to take part in competitive design events. B.Students who want to turn digital creative ideas into real objects. C.Students who prefer independent online learning at their own pace. D.Students who wish to gain a professional qualification in 3D animation. 41.Why does the writer include the "Sample schedule"in the text? A.To remind students to follow a fixed learning pace. B.To show that theory and practice are equally valued. C.Ta give readers a general impression of the learning process D.To stress the fierce competition among program participants. 42.Which of the following can best describe the camp instructors? A.They are craftsmen known for their hands-on experience. B.They are professional staff selected through strict procedures. C.They are passionate volunteers from international organizations. D.They are full-time university professors rich in teaching experience. (C) We've all heard about techniques to get us more physically active-take the stairs,park the car a bit further from your destination,get up and march in place for a minute or two when standing or sitting at a desk.Now a study finds even simple housework may make a difference in brain health in our 70s and 80s. "Exercise is an inexpensive way to improve health.Our study shows it may have a protective effect on the brain,"says Dr.Aron S.Buchman with Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, who led the study. Previous research found just 45 minutes of walking three days a week actually increased brain volume among individuals 65 and older. The new study,published in an online issue of Neurology,is unique.Buchman was able to analyze the eetual bruins of study participants.The findings are a "great thank you"to the participants who agreed to donate their brains for research after death,he says. The study looked at 454 older adults who were 70 or older when the research began.Of those adults,191 had behavioral signs of dementia (and 263 did not. In the research that was done in the final years of their lives,each participant wore an activity monitor called an accelerometer.It measured those participants'physical activity around the clock-everything from walking around the house to exercise routines.Researchers collected and evaluated ten days of movement data for each participant and calculated an average daily activity score. The findings show that higher levels of daily movement were linked to better thinking and memory skills.And when Buchman analyzed brain tissue under a microscope,this finding tumed 高三英语第7页共10页 out to be the case even for individuals with at least three signs of Alzheimer's disease(阿尔茨海撳 )Even though these individuals might have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's,30 percent of them had "normal"cognition at death,says Buchman. Why one person shows signs of dementia and another,who has similar degenerative( changes in the brain,does not,is a mystery.But Buchman says the new findiugs suggest that physical activity may be protective,even while developing Alzheimer's.It sort of masks the symptoms,he says.It suggests that you can have some control over your brain health even if you don't have control over developing Alzheimer's. And,while intense activity and exercise is highly beneficial,light activity can make a difference as well,says Buchman."As long as you have some activity and you're moving, whether you're chopping onions or sweeping the floor,"you can reduce your risk of cognitive decline. 43.What makes the new study unique compared to previous research? A.It involves a larger number of participants than earlier studies. B.It proves that intense exercise is more effective than light activity. C.It Jiscovers that housework is the best form of exercise for the elderly. D.It allows researchers to examine participants'actual brain tissue after death. 44.According to the study,what is the effect of light physical activity on individuals with Alzheimer's disease? A.It completely cures the disease. B.It has no significant impact on brain health. C.It slows down the progression of the Alzheimer's disease D.It may cover up symptoms and reduce the cognitive decline. 45.Which of the following would be the most appropriate title for this passage? A.The Cure for Alzheimer's:A New Medical Breakthrough D.Why Housework Is Better Than Gym Exercise for Seniors C.Physteal Activity:A Protective Barrier Against Brain Aging D.The Mystery of Dementia:Why Some People Are Immune 46.What is Dr.Buchman's attitude towards the study's findings? A Appreciative and cautiously optimistic. B.Indifferent to the participants'contributions. C.Pessimistic about their practical application. D.Suspicious of the link between exercise and brain health. Section C(8分) Directions:Read the following passage.Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once.Note that there are two more sentences than you need. A. Traditional taxis will gradually disappear in the near future. B. Some users complain about the limited space inside Cybercab. C.This breakthrough can greatly benefit traffic safety and efficiency. D.Meanwhile,public trust and understanding need to be gradually built. E.It is no longer just a means of transport but an intelligent mobile space. F However,this pioneering invention also brings unavoidable challenges. Cybercab:A New Era of Robotaxi Transportation The introduction of Tesla's Cybercab has marked a groundbreaking step in the future of urban transportation.Designed as a dedicated robotaxi,this autonomous vehicle abandons conventional controls such as steering wheels and pedals,relying entirely on AI-powered Full Self-Driving (FSD)system.(47) With a streamlined two-seat layout and advanced sensors,it aims to reshape how people travel in cities. Cybercab represents a giant leap in both technology and concept.Its core is an advanced neural network that processes visual data in real time,enabling precise navigation and response to complex road situations.According to official data,its safety level is roughly ten times higher than that of human driving.(48) It can cut down traffic accidents,ease congestion and lower travel costs significantly. (49) Many worry about legal responsibility,system security and ethical dilemmas(道德困境)in extreme situations.Public acceptance remains another barrier,.as some passengers still feel uncomfortable riding in fully driverless vehicles.Technical reliability and emergency handling must be further tested and improved. To prepare for an era of autonomous mobility,governments,companies and the public need to work together.Clear laws and regulations should be made to define operation standards and responsibility.(50) With continuous breakthroughs and cautioust(谨慎的) promotion,Cybercab and similar innovations are expected to make transportation smarter,greener and more efficient for everyone. III.Summary writing (10) Directions:Read the following passage.Summarize the main idea and the main point(s)of the passage in no more than 60 words.Use your own words as far as possible. 51. The Myth of Short-Term Memory Short-term memory contains the eontents of your thoughts right now,including what you intend to do in the next few seeends.Actually,it is doing some mental calculations.You may think about what you'll say next in a conversation or walk to the hall closet with the intention of getting a pair of gloves. Short-term memory is easily disturbed or disrupted.It depends on your active attention to the items in the "next thing to do"file in your mind.You do this by thinking about them,perhaps repeating them over and over again (I'm going to the closet to get gloves").But any 高三英语第9页共10页 distraction-a new thought,someone asking you a question,the telephone ringing-can disrupt your short-term memory by interfering with this attentional maintenance process.Our ability to automatically restore the contents of our short-term memory declines slightly with every decade after 30. But age is not the major factor so commonly assumed.I've been teaching undergraduates for my entire career and I can say that even 20-year-olds make short-term memory errors-loads of them.They walk into the wrong classroom;they show up to exams without the necessary No.2 pencil;they forget something I had just said two minutes before.These are similar to the kinds of things 70-year-olds do. The relevant difference rs not age but rather how we describe these events,the stories we tell ourselves about them.Twenty-year-olds don't think,"Oh,dear,this must be early-onset brain damage."They think,"I really need to get more than four hours of sleep."The 70-year-old observes these same events and worries about her brain health.This is not to say that brain damage-related memory impairments are fiction.Instead,every failure of short-term memory doesn't necessarily indicate a biological disorder.In the absence of brain disease,most research findings indicate that even the oldest adults show little or no memory or cognitive decline beyond age 85 and 90. IV.Translation(15分) Directions:Translate the following sentences into English,using the words given in the brackets. 52.发掘内在动力，你就能坚持自己的目标。(tap) 53.如果不良习惯持续存在，就可能对我们的健康构成威胁。(pos) 54.当下人工智能蓬勃发展，因此理性运用技术、防范潜在风险至关重要。(boo) 55.这条古老的街巷历经数百年风雨沧桑，见证了城市的兴衰更迭，在这里，一代又一代普 通人用平凡的坚守书写着温暖而动人的生活故事。(where) V.Guided writing (25) Directions:Write an English composition in 120-150 words according to the instructions given below in Chinese. 56.假设你是明启中学高三学生李华。最近你向班主任反映了值日劳动中存在的一些问题： 分工不明确、效率低、部分同学敷衍、工具摆放混乱等。班主任请你在班会课上做一次发言， 内容必须包括： 1)客观说明目前存在的问题： 2)提出具体可行的改进建议； 3)说明劳动对班级与个人的积极意义。 高三英语笛10而朴1ng