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聊城市2026年高考模拟试题 英语(二) 本试卷分四部分，共10页。满分150分。考试用时120分钟。 注意事项： 1．答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡指定位置上。 2．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 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。录音内容结束后，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段录音。每段录音后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段录音后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题，每段录音播放两遍。 1. Where does the book club meet now? A. At a café. B. At a library. C. At a bookstore. 2. Why will the man volunteer? A. He loves animals. B. He wants company. C. He needs service hours. 3. What are the speakers doing? A. Helping an injured person. B. Searching for a first aid kit. C. Waiting for help to arrive. 4. Who is Lisa? A. The customer’s daughter. B. A flower bunch designer. C. The shop manager. 5. What will the woman do? A. Buy a new dress. B. Seek professional help. C. Shorten the dress herself. 第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分，满分22.5分) 听下面5段录音。每段录音后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段录音前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟;听完后，每小题都有5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音播放两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6. What’s the relationship between the speakers? A. Guide and visitor. B. Artist and collector. C. Teacher and student. 7. How much is the man’s total budget? A. $90. B. $50. C. $40. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. What is the speakers’ problem? A. They’re blocked by rocks. B. They’re stuck in a storm. C. They seem to be lost. 9. How did the woman solve the problem? A. By watching the signs. B. By checking her map. C. By following the weather update. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10. Where are the speakers? A. At an electronics store. B. At the man’s house. C. At a technology fair. 11. What is the man looking for? A. A tool for his work. B. A way to save money. C. A device to simplify life. 12. What does the man think about smart homes? A. They’ll be more common. B. They’ll be more expensive. C. They’ll be more complicated. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。 13. How does the man feel about starting the job? A. Nervous. B. Excited. C. Confused. 14. What is the focus of the speakers’ work? A. Ocean protection. B. Industrial development. C. Educational programs. 15. How long is the usual work period? A. Four hours. B. Six hours. C. Eight hours. 16. Why does the woman think the man will be helpful? A. His education is relevant. B. He has practical experience. C. He has worked with animals. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. What is the talk mainly about? A. Music festivals. B. A concert venue. C. Music groups. 18. Which group no longer performs? A. The Youth Orchestra. B. The Piano Society. C. The Jazz Band. 19. Why did the Summer Music Festival use the hall? A. It had better facilities. B. Their venue was under repair. C. They wanted a larger audience. 20. What event is scheduled in 2030? A. The International Music Competition. B. The Summer Music Festival. C. The World Music Festival. 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、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A A Quick Guide to Four Powerful AI Tools In an era of unprecedented AI advancement, four standout tools are changing daily work and creation: Gemini, Grok, OpenClaw, and DeepSeek. Built by top tech teams and open-source communities, they meet various needs from academic research to app development. Below is a simple guide to their key features and uses. ◆ Gemini Core Strength: Excels in multi-modal processing, efficiently handling text, images, audio, video and code. Key Features: Understands multiple media in real time, generates advanced code, and works smoothly with Google Workspace. Best For: Innovative design, cross-media analysis, enterprise coding and academic research. Access: Free for personal use; paid plans offer more advanced functions. ◆ Grok Core Strength: A real-time conversational AI with access to up-to-date online information. Key Features: Provides instant live data, offers sharp, direct responses, and quickly checks facts and analyzes trends. Best For: News research, social media creation, quick Q & A and brainstorming. Access: Basic version free; premium features for X (formerly Twitter) subscribers. ◆ OpenClaw Core Strength: An open-source AI tool for developers, highly customizable. Key Features: Fully editable code, supports local deployment (部署) for privacy, and allows flexible API integration. Best For: Custom app development, private AI projects, coding education and enterprise customization. Access: Free to download on GitHub, with updates provided by the developer community. ◆ DeepSeek Core Strength: Specializes in highly accurate mathematical reasoning and scientific computing. Key Features: Solves complex formulas efficiently, analyzes advanced data, writes precise technical content and processes long contexts. Best For: STEM research, engineering calculations, financial modeling and academic paper writing. Access: Free academic licenses for students and researchers; paid enterprise plans for professional use. 1. What is Gemini’s main strength? A. It is totally free for all users. B. It deals with different media effectively. C. It provides real-time online data. D. It is open-source and fully editable. 2. Why is OpenClaw able to protect users’ privacy better? A. It provides local deployment. B. It has community-driven updates. C. It works with Google Workspace. D. It offers academic licenses. 3. Which tool can help with a physics paper with difficult calculations? A. Gemini. B. Grok. C. OpenClaw. D. DeepSeek. 【答案】1. B 2. A 3. D 【解析】 【导语】本文主要介绍了四种强大的AI工具，包括它们的核心优势、关键特点、最佳用途和获取方式。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据◆ Gemini部分“Core Strength: Excels in multi-modal processing, efficiently handling text, images, audio, video and code. (核心优势：擅长多模态处理，能高效处理文本、图像、音频、视频和代码)”可知，Gemini的主要优势是能有效处理不同媒体。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。根据◆ OpenClaw部分“Key Features: Fully editable code, supports local deployment (部署) for privacy, and allows flexible API integration. (关键特点：代码完全可编辑，支持本地部署以保护隐私，并允许灵活的API集成)”可知，OpenClaw能更好地保护用户隐私是因为它支持本地部署。 【3题详解】 细节理解题。根据◆ DeepSeek部分“Core Strength: Specializes in highly accurate mathematical reasoning and scientific computing. (核心优势：擅长高精度的数学推理和科学计算)”以及“Best For: STEM research, engineering calculations, financial modeling and academic paper writing. (适用于：STEM研究、工程计算、金融建模和学术论文写作)”可知，DeepSeek能帮助写有复杂计算的物理论文。 B When I was little, I would sit beside my dad as he painted. He told me that a cow, a meadow, or sunlight alone were ordinary, but when put together, they created magic. I understood what he was saying, but I’ve never felt what he was saying until one day when I was up in the sycamore tree (梧桐树) to secure a kite interlaced in the branches. It was a long way up, but I thought I’d give it a shot. I started climbing. Then I looked down. And suddenly I got dizzy and weak. I was miles off the ground! But the kite was still beyond my reach. I caught my breath and forced myself to concentrate on the kite as I climbed up. When the kite was fully liberated, I needed a minute to rest. That’s when the fear of being up so high began to lift, and in its place came the most amazing feeling that I was flying. Just soaring above the earth, sailing among the clouds. Then I began to notice how wonderful the breeze smelled. I couldn’t stop breathing it in, filling my lungs again and again with the sweetest smell I’d ever known. It wasn’t long before I wasn’t afraid of being up so high and found the spot that became my spot. I could sit there for hours, just looking out at the world. Sunsets were amazing. Some days they’d be purple and pink, some days they’d be a blazing orange, setting fire to clouds across the horizon. It was on a day like that when my father’s notion (观念) moved from my head to my heart. The view from my sycamore was more than rooftops and clouds and wind and colors combined. And I started marveling (惊奇) at how I was feeling both humble and majestic. How was that possible? How could I be so full of peace and full of wonder? It was magic. 4. What was the author’s intention of climbing up the sycamore tree? A. To get the kite home. B. To prove her courage. C. To unfasten the kite. D. To practice climbing skills. 5. How did the author feel about the climbing experience? A. Breathtaking but exhausting. B. Challenging but rewarding. C. Strange and unique. D. Shocking and touching. 6. Why did the author like being up high in the tree? A. Because the tree gave off a pleasant smell. B. Because she found inner fulfillment beyond views. C. Because she could catch the amazing sunsets. D. Because it could help her focus her mind. 7. What can we learn from the text? A. Combination towers over its components. B. Actions speak louder than words. C. Beautiful things don’t ask for attention. D. Practice makes perfect. 【答案】4. C 5. B 6. B 7. A 【解析】 【导语】本文主要讲述了作者小时候爬上梧桐树解开风筝的经历，以及这次经历如何让她理解了父亲关于组合产生魔法的观念。 【4题详解】 推理判断题。根据第二段“I understood what he was saying, but I’ve never felt what he was saying until one day when I was up in the sycamore tree (梧桐树) to secure a kite interlaced in the branches. (我明白他在说什么，但直到有一天，我站在梧桐树上，去取缠在树枝上的风筝，我才真正感受到他的意思。)”可知，作者爬上梧桐树的目的是解开缠在树枝上的风筝。 【5题详解】 推理判断题。根据第二段“Then I looked down. And suddenly I got dizzy and weak. (然后我往下看。突然我感到头晕和虚弱。)”以及第三段“When the kite was fully liberated, I needed a minute to rest. That’s when the fear of being up so high began to lift, and in its place came the most amazing feeling that I was flying. (当风筝完全被解开时，我需要休息一分钟。就在那时，对如此高的恐惧开始消散，取而代之的是一种惊人的感觉，我感觉自己在飞翔。)”可知，这次攀爬经历充满挑战，但作者最终获得了飞翔般的奇妙感受，因此是有挑战性但有回报的。 【6题详解】 细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“The view from my sycamore was more than rooftops and clouds and wind and colors combined. (从我的梧桐树上看到的景色不仅仅是屋顶、云朵、风和色彩的结合。)”以及最后一段“And I started marveling (惊奇) at how I was feeling both humble and majestic. How was that possible? How could I be so full of peace and full of wonder? It was magic. (我开始惊叹于自己既感到谦卑又感到崇高的感觉。这怎么可能呢？我怎么能如此充满平静和惊奇呢？这是魔法。)”可知，作者喜欢待在树上的高处，是因为她在这里找到了超越景色的内心满足。 【7题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段“He told me that a cow, a meadow, or sunlight alone were ordinary, but when put together, they created magic. (他告诉我，一头牛、一片草地或阳光本身都很普通，但当它们组合在一起时，就会创造出魔法。)”以及全文内容可知，文章通过作者在梧桐树上的经历，传达了组合的力量大于其组成部分的观念。 C At top universities, there’s a phenomenon known as “Stanford Duck Syndrome (综合征)”. Like ducks, students appear to move gracefully. However, beneath the surface, they’re kicking desperately to keep up. Experts from Stanford’s Health Services uncovered this troubling trend: during the day, many Stanford students are seen socializing in cafés, seemingly without any stress or the need to study. However, under the cover of night, they immerse themselves in constant academic work, occasionally burning the midnight oil till dawn, in a deliberate attempt to uphold the false image of effortless accomplishment. This comes at a high price: tiredness and anxiety are widespread. Furthermore, it leads to a common misconception: true geniuses achieve success with ease, while those working hard are less capable. In an effort to challenge this misconception, researchers designed an experiment. Participants were asked to observe a series of colors carefully while scientists tracked their brain activity throughout the process. The experiment was divided into two parts: one with easily distinct colors and the other with nearly identical ones, requiring greater efforts to distinguish. As the difficulty of the task intensified, there was an evident increase in brain activity, particularly in areas linked to memory and abstract reasoning. The finding indicates that with the intensification of task demands, a growing number of brain regions become activated. Our brain functions like a muscle. Without effort, even our inborn talents will fade over time. This pushes us to reconsider the underlying culture that might lead to this phenomenon. Instead of focusing too much on outcomes or singing high praise for inborn talents, we should emphasize the learning process and continuous improvement. By encouraging a culture that values effort, we can help students realize that intelligence is not fixed but grows through hard work. Such a shift would not only reduce the pressures associated with the “Stanford Duck Syndrome”, but also have a profound impact on personal development and the future of education. 8. What does the “Stanford Duck Syndrome” probably refer to? A. Valuing academic achievement over well-being. B. Displaying graceful public image to engage peers. C. Masking their diligence to cast an image of genius. D. Seeking relief from pressure through social activities. 9. What is the disadvantage of “Stanford Duck Syndrome”? A. It causes students to stay up late frequently. B. It covers up students’ real genius and potential. C. It makes students value social life over academic work. D. It generates tension and false concepts regarding success. 10. The experiment mentioned in paragraph 3 is designed primarily to __________. A. provide evidence against the myth of effortless genius B. explain why talents will decline without constant practice C. illustrate the link between color recognition and intellectual growth D. reveal how challenging tasks promote brain activity 11. What does the author intend to convey through this passage? A. No sweat, no sweet. B. Great hopes make great men. C. Slow and steady wins the race. D. Empty vessels make the most noise. 【答案】8. C 9. D 10. A 11. A 【解析】 【导语】本文主要介绍了“斯坦福鸭子综合征”，揭示其弊端并呼吁重视努力以促进个人和教育发展。 【8题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段“However, under the cover of night, they immerse themselves in constant academic work, occasionally burning the midnight oil till dawn, in a deliberate attempt to uphold the false image of effortless accomplishment. (然而，在夜幕的掩护下，他们沉浸在持续的学业工作中，偶尔熬夜到黎明，故意试图维持轻松取得成就的虚假形象)”可知，“斯坦福鸭子综合征”指的是学生掩饰自己的勤奋，塑造天才形象。 【9题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段“This comes at a high price: tiredness and anxiety are widespread. Furthermore, it leads to a common misconception: true geniuses achieve success with ease, while those working hard are less capable. (这要付出高昂的代价：疲劳和焦虑普遍存在。此外，它还导致了一种常见的误解：真正的天才轻松取得成功，而努力工作的人能力较差)”可知，“斯坦福鸭子综合征”的缺点是它会引发紧张情绪和关于成功的错误观念。 【10题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段“In an effort to challenge this misconception, researchers designed an experiment. (为了挑战这种误解，研究人员设计了一个实验)”以及第四段“Our brain functions like a muscle. Without effort, even our inborn talents will fade over time. (我们的大脑就像肌肉一样。不努力，即使我们与生俱来的天赋也会随着时间的推移而消失)”可知，这个实验主要是为了提供反对轻松天才神话的证据。 【11题详解】 推理判断题。文章先介绍了“斯坦福鸭子综合征”，指出其带来的错误观念，接着通过实验说明不努力天赋会消失，最后强调应重视努力过程，说明不付出努力就不会有收获，所以作者通过这篇文章想要传达的是“No sweat, no sweet. (不劳无获)”。 D It is now officially confirmed: Iceland has lost its long-standing mosquito-free status. On October 21, 2025, the country’s Natural Science Institute announced that three mosquitoes had been detected near Réykjavík, the capital. This marks the first documented occurrence of mosquitoes in Iceland’s natural environment. Historically, Iceland, owing to its cold, harsh climate, was one of the only two regions on Earth entirely free of mosquitoes — the other being Antarctica. However, climate change is fundamentally changing this ecological balance. This spring, Iceland recorded unprecedented high temperatures, reaching 26.6℃ on May 15, with some areas experiencing abnormality of over 10℃ above the long-term average, according to the Icelandic Meteorological Office. Iceland is not the first territory to forfeit its mosquito-free status, said news outlet Live Science. Hawaii remained free of mosquitoes until 1826, when the insects were accidentally brought in by European and American ships and thrived in the islands’ hot, humid climate. In recent decades, global warming has enabled mosquitoes to expand their range into the islands’ higher-altitude forests, which were once too’ cold to sustain their survival. Mosquitoes are by nature adapted to warm conditions. The Conversation explains that they are ectothermic (变温的), meaning their body temperature is regulated by their surroundings. Mosquito larvae (幼虫) require temperatures between 7℃ and 16℃ to develop, while adult mosquitoes thrive in temperatures exceeding 27℃ and enter hibernation (冬眠) when temperatures drop below 10℃. Apart from rising temperatures, climate change fuels mosquito reproduction also by changing normal rainfall patterns, noted in the Stanford Report. The World Mosquito Program, a non-profit initiative led by Monash University in Australia, points out that mosquitoes depend on still, impure water to breed before maturing into flying adults. Floods create ideal breeding pools, while droughts lead people to store water, further expanding mosquito habitats. 12. What can we know from the first two paragraphs? A. Mosquitoes have destroyed the ecological balance. B. Few insects could survive Iceland’s harsh conditions. C. Mosquitoes begin to appear in Iceland. D. Iceland’s temperature rises by over 10℃. 13. What does the underlined word “forfeit” in Paragraph 3 probably mean? A. Acquire. B. Claim. C. Lose. D. Preserve. 14. Why does the author mention droughts in the last paragraph? A. To illustrate that mosquitoes cannot survive without water. B. To explain why people have to store water during dry weather. C. To prove that rainfall patterns have been changed by climate change. D. To show changed rainfall patterns indirectly cause more mosquitoes. 15. What is the main idea of the passage? A. Higher-altitude forests become habitats for mosquitoes. B. Mosquitoes adapt easily to warm weather. C. Floods and droughts fuel the reproduction of mosquitoes. D. Climate change drives the spread of mosquitoes. 【答案】12. C 13. C 14. D 15. D 【解析】 【导语】本文主要介绍了由于气候变化导致的气温升高和降雨模式改变，使得蚊子传播到更多地区。 【12题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段“This marks the first documented occurrence of mosquitoes in Iceland’s natural environment. (这标志着首次有记录显示蚊子出现在冰岛的自然环境中)”以及第二段“Historically, Iceland, owing to its cold, harsh climate, was one of the only two regions on Earth entirely free of mosquitoes — the other being Antarctica. (历史上，由于气候寒冷恶劣，冰岛是地球上仅有的两个完全没有蚊子的地区之一，另一个是南极洲)”可知，蚊子开始出现在冰岛。 【13题详解】 词句猜测题。根据第三段“Iceland is not the first territory to forfeit its mosquito-free status, said news outlet Live Science. Hawaii remained free of mosquitoes until 1826, when the insects were accidentally brought in by European and American ships and thrived in the islands’ hot, humid climate.(新闻媒体《生活科学》称，冰岛不是第一个forfeit无蚊子状态的地区。夏威夷在1826年之前都没有蚊子，直到欧洲和美国的船只意外将蚊子带入，这些蚊子在岛屿炎热潮湿的气候中繁衍生息)”可知，夏威夷原本没有蚊子，后来有了蚊子，也就是失去了无蚊子状态，所以此处表示冰岛不是第一个失去无蚊子状态的地区示，forfeit意思是“失去”，与lose意义相近。 【14题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段“Apart from rising temperatures, climate change fuels mosquito reproduction also by changing normal rainfall patterns, noted in the Stanford Report. (《斯坦福报告》指出，除了气温上升，气候变化还通过改变正常的降雨模式来促进蚊子繁殖)”以及“Floods create ideal breeding pools, while droughts lead people to store water, further expanding mosquito habitats. (洪水创造了理想的繁殖池，而干旱导致人们储存水，进一步扩大了蚊子的栖息地)”可知，作者提到干旱是为了说明改变的降雨模式间接导致了更多蚊子的出现。 【15题详解】 主旨大意题。文章开篇以冰岛出现蚊子为例，接着提到夏威夷等地区蚊子情况的变化，然后阐述蚊子适应的温度条件，最后说明气候变化通过改变气温和降雨模式促进蚊子繁殖，整体围绕气候变化推动蚊子传播展开。 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。 Many of us set grand goals, yet ultimately give in to hopelessness when progress remains snail-paced or invisible, failing to realize that lasting success is rarely achieved in no time. ____16____ Small steps serve as the core foundation of remarkable achievements. Consider the transformation of a seed into a towering forest giant. This process unfolds gradually, not in a flash. ____17____ Day by day, it takes in sunlight and water, growing deeper roots until it finally stands tall and resiliently — a proof of patience and persistence (坚持). Our goals mirror that seed: they demand time and daily care. ____18____ For example, reading a short English passage daily is better than finishing a thick book in a weekend. The former builds a sustainable routine; the latter just tires you out. Consistency is key, and small steps make consistency possible by keeping the task manageable. Another noticeable advantage of small steps lies in their capacity to lessen anxiety. When faced with a huge task, feeling nervous is an instinctive response. ____19____ However, splitting it into small steps helps. Each modest victory fosters a sense of fulfillment, which in turn strengthens your perseverance. This positive cycle can turn even the hardest goals into something easy to achieve. Small steps teach an invaluable lesson in personal growth. ____20____ Thus, the next time you are confronted with a monumental objective, don’t be afraid to start small. Bear in mind: every great journey begins with a single step. A. We may even abandon the effort before we begin. B. It transforms quietly and steadily beneath the surface. C. Small steps contribute to the formation of good habits. D. Make gradual progress on the demanding task each day. E. To change this situation, the best solution is to take small steps. F. Small steps are by no means capable of changing the circumstance. G. They remind us that progress, rather than perfection, is what truly counts. 【答案】16. E 17. B 18. C 19. A 20. G 【解析】 【导语】本文主要介绍了小步骤是伟大成就的核心基础，及其带来的诸多好处与启示 。 【16题详解】 上文“Many of us set grand goals, yet ultimately give in to hopelessness when progress remains snail-paced or invisible, failing to realize that lasting success is rarely achieved in no time. (我们很多人设定了宏伟的目标，然而当进展缓慢或看不到进展时，最终还是会陷入绝望，没有意识到持久的成功很少能一蹴而就)”指出人们常因进展慢而绝望，没意识到成功不能一蹴而就，E选项“要改变这种状况，最好的解决办法就是采取小步骤”针对上文问题提出解决办法，即采取小步骤，承接上文，符合语境。 【17题详解】 上文“Consider the transformation of a seed into a towering forest giant. This process unfolds gradually, not in a flash. (想想一颗种子如何变成参天大树。这个过程是逐渐展开的，不是一蹴而就的)”以种子成长为大树为例说明成长过程缓慢，B选项“它在表面之下安静而稳定地变化着”进一步描述种子成长的状态，即安静稳定地变化，承接上文，符合语境。 【18题详解】 下文“For example, reading a short English passage daily is better than finishing a thick book in a weekend. The former builds a sustainable routine; the latter just tires you out. (例如，每天读一篇短篇英语文章比在一个周末读完一本厚书要好。前者能建立可持续的习惯；后者只会让你疲惫不堪)”通过举例说明每天做小事能建立可持续的习惯，C选项“小步骤有助于养成良好习惯”概括了本段主旨，引出下文例子，符合语境。 【19题详解】 上文“When faced with a huge task, feeling nervous is an instinctive response. (当面对一项巨大的任务时，感到紧张是一种本能反应)”提到面对大任务会本能紧张，A选项“我们甚至可能在开始之前就放弃努力”进一步说明紧张可能导致的后果，即放弃努力，承接上文，符合语境。 【20题详解】 上文“Small steps teach an invaluable lesson in personal growth. (小步骤在个人成长方面给我们上了宝贵的一课)”指出小步骤对个人成长有宝贵作用，G选项“它们提醒我们，真正重要的是进步，而不是完美”具体说明小步骤带来的启示，即重视进步而非完美，承接上文，符合语境。 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四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 A man was extremely keen on doing business in his youth. Despite working day and night, and ____21____ almost every waking hour to endless negotiations and detailed market research, he ended up suffering a complete failure and losing all his ____22____ — every penny he had saved, together with ____23____ from relatives, which left him deeply in debt. Never one to give up easily, he ____24____ to make a comeback. After deeply reflecting on his ____25____ and going through account books and market reports carefully late at night, he ____26____ that his failures resulted from ____27____ industries where he lacked both professional knowledge and natural intuition. He then ____28____ his mind to publishing. ____29____, misjudging consumer tastes and weak distribution led to another heavy setback, and his small publishing house soon closed down. He discussed his dilemma with his wife in low spirits. To his ____30____, his wife said calmly, “Don’t lose heart, my dear! I’m ____31____ you will succeed. However, I’ve always thought business isn’t your calling — ____32____ creation is.” He ____33____ a bitter smile, saying they could not even afford bread. His wife told him she had set aside part of their ____34____ for him to focus on writing. Following his wife’s advice, he embarked on his writing journey. His sharp wit and vivid storytelling soon won the hearts of many readers, and he became a great writer. This man is no other than the ____35____ literary giant Mark Twain! 21. A. limiting B. devoting C. attaching D. transforming 22. A. capital B. bonus C. facilities D. items 23. A. support B. loans C. blame D. groceries 24. A. begged B. agreed C. resolved D. pretended 25. A. family B. staff C. puzzles D. experiences 26. A. regretted B. ignored C. remembered D. concluded 27. A. engaging in B. believing in C. checking in D. taking in 28. A. shifted B. extended C. liberated D. lost 29. A. Consequently B. Unfortunately C. Subsequently D. Ultimately 30. A. shock B. satisfaction C. surprise D. curiosity 31. A. grateful B. convinced C. doubtful D. satisfied 32. A. scientific B. artistic C. literary D. theatrical 33. A. forced B. wore C. offered D. hid 34. A. time B. house C. debt D. budget 35. A. promising B. enthusiastic C. celebrated D. generous 【答案】21. B 22. A 23. B 24. C 25. D 26. D 27. A 28. A 29. B 30. C 31. B 32. C 33. A 34. D 35. C 【解析】 【导语】本文主要介绍了马克·吐温早年经商失败，后在妻子鼓励下转向写作并最终成为文学巨匠的故事。 【21题详解】 考查动词。句意：尽管日夜工作，几乎把每一个清醒的时间都投入到无休止的谈判和详细的市场研究中，但他最终还是彻底失败了，失去了所有的资本——他省下的每一分钱，还有亲戚的借款，这让他负债累累。A. limiting限制；B. devoting奉献；C. attaching附上；D. transforming转变。根据上文“working day and night”可知，此处表示他几乎把每一个清醒的时间都投入到无休止的谈判和详细的市场研究中；devote...to...“把……投入到……”。 【22题详解】 考查名词。句意同上。A. capital资本；B. bonus奖金；C. facilities设施；D. items物品。根据上文“ended up suffering a complete failure”和下文“every penny he had saved, together with ____ from relatives, which left him deeply in debt.”可知，此处表示他失败了，失去了所有的资本，负债累累。 【23题详解】 考查名词。句意同上。A. support支持；B. loans借款；C. blame责备；D. groceries杂货。根据下文“from relatives”和“which left him deeply in debt.”可知，他遭遇失败，失去了自己的积蓄和亲戚的借款，他负债累累。 【24题详解】 考查动词。句意：他从不轻易放弃，决心卷土重来。A. begged乞求；B. agreed同意；C. resolved决定；D. pretended假装。根据上文“Never one to give up easily”可知，他不会轻言放弃，所以此处表示他决心卷土重来。 【25题详解】 考查名词。句意：在深夜深刻反思自己的经历，仔细查阅账本和市场报告后，他得出结论，他的失败是由于从事了他既缺乏专业知识又缺乏天生的直觉的行业。A. family家庭；B. staff员工；C. puzzles谜题；D. experiences经历。根据下文“going through account books and market reports carefully late at night”可知，此处表示他深刻反思自己的经历。 【26题详解】 考查动词。句意同上。A. regretted后悔；B. ignored忽视；C. remembered记得；D. concluded得出结论。根据下文“that his failures resulted from ____ industries where he lacked both professional knowledge and natural intuition.”可知，经过深刻反思后，他得出结论。 【27题详解】 考查动词短语。句意同上。A. engaging in从事；B. believing in相信；C. checking in登记入住；D. taking in吸收。根据下文“industries where he lacked both professional knowledge and natural intuition”可知，此处表示他从事的行业。 【28题详解】 考查动词。句意：然后，他把心思转向了出版业。A. shifted转移；B. extended延伸；C. liberated解放；D. lost失去。根据上文“he ____ that his failures resulted from ____ industries where he lacked both professional knowledge and natural intuition.”以及下文“his mind to publishing”可知，他意识到自己失败的原因，此处表示他把心思转向了出版业。 【29题详解】 考查副词。句意：不幸的是，对消费者口味的误判和薄弱的分销渠道导致了又一次沉重的挫折，他的小出版社很快就倒闭了。A. Consequently因此；B. Unfortunately不幸地；C. Subsequently随后；D. Ultimately最终。根据下文“misjudging consumer tastes and weak distribution led to another heavy setback, and his small publishing house soon closed down.”可知，他的小出版社很快就倒闭，这是不幸的。 【30题详解】 考查名词。句意：令他惊讶的是，他的妻子平静地说：“亲爱的，别灰心！A. shock震惊；B. satisfaction满意；C. surprise惊讶；D. curiosity好奇。根据上文“He discussed his dilemma with his wife in low spirits.”以及“his wife said calmly”可知，他与妻子讨论困境，妻子很平静，这令他惊讶。 【31题详解】 考查形容词。句意：我相信你会成功的。A. grateful感激的；B. convinced确信的；C. doubtful怀疑的；D. satisfied满意的。根据上文“Don’t lose heart, my dear!”可知，妻子在鼓励他，相信他会成功。 【32题详解】 考查形容词。句意：然而，我一直认为商业不是你的使命——文学创作才是。A. scientific科学的；B. artistic艺术的；C. literary文学的；D. theatrical戏剧的。根据下文“Following his wife’s advice, he embarked on his writing journey.”可知，此处表示妻子认为文学创作才是他的使命。 【33题详解】 考查动词。句意：他勉强笑了笑，说他们连面包都买不起。A. forced强迫；B. wore穿；C. offered提供；D. hid隐藏。根据下文“saying they could not even afford bread.”可知，他说他们买不起面包，生活窘迫，所以此处表示他勉强笑了笑；force a smile“勉强笑了笑”。 【34题详解】 考查名词。句意：他的妻子告诉他，她已经留出了一部分预算，让他专注于写作。A. time时间；B. house房子；C. debt债务；D. budget预算。根据上文“He ____ a bitter smile, saying they could not even afford bread.”以及下文“for him to focus on writing”可知，他担心家里的钱，所以此处表示妻子留出了一部分预算，让他专注写作。 【35题详解】 考查形容词。句意：这个人就是著名的文学巨匠马克·吐温！A. promising有前途的；B. enthusiastic热情的；C. celebrated著名的；D. generous慷慨的。根据下文“literary giant Mark Twain”以及常识可知，马克·吐温是著名的文学巨匠。 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。 Fuse bead (拼豆) art, which creates vivid patterns by arranging beads one by one and melting them with an iron, is becoming a beloved trend among young Chinese people. This ____36____ (create) craft brings traditional culture a fresh twist. Ms. Xiao, a 22-year-old handicraft vlogger from Fujian, runs a social media account called Linggan Baohusan. Driven by her deep love for Quanzhou’s culture, she once ____37____ (spend) a full month crafting a Quanzhou lantern ____38____ over 30,000 fuse beads. ____39____ lantern, as a key intangible cultural heritage of Quanzhou, is famous for its delicate designs. It is made of rice paper, a traditional material in southern Chinese folk art, silk, often used in classic lanterns, ____40____ tough yet lightweight bamboo. Making a 3D version ____41____ (be) a huge challenge, so she divided it into 14 flat parts, each ____42____ (consist) of several identical units. She overcame ____43____ (bored) and setbacks by adjusting her mindset, making steady progress daily. After the lantern, she created Xunpu zanhuawei (蟳埔簪花围), the traditional headwear for women in Xunpu, ____44____ is also local cultural heritage. Ms. Xiao believes this modern way is truly meaningful and plans to keep exploring creativity ____45____ (promote) more intangible cultural heritage. 【答案】36. creative 37. spent 38. with 39. The 40. and 41. was 42. consisting 43. boredom 44. which 45. to promote 【解析】 【导语】本文主要介绍了拼豆艺术受年轻人喜爱，肖女士用其创作泉州文化相关作品推广非遗。 【36题详解】 考查形容词。句意：这种有创意的手工艺给传统文化带来了全新的转变。空处用于名词craft之前，应用形容词creative“有创意的”作定语。 【37题详解】 考查时态。句意：受对泉州文化的热爱驱使，她曾花整整一个月的时间用3万多个拼豆制作了一个泉州花灯。根据once“曾经”可知，句子描述过去发生的事情，应用一般过去时，动词spend用过去式形式。 【38题详解】 考查介词。句意同上。此处表示“用……”，应用介词with。 【39题详解】 考查冠词。句意：这个花灯，作为泉州的一项关键非物质文化遗产，以其精致的设计而闻名。lantern“花灯”是可数名词单数，此处特指上文提及的泉州灯笼，应使用定冠词the，句首单词首字母大写。 【40题详解】 考查连词。句意：它由南方民间艺术中的传统材料——宣纸、经典花灯中常用的丝绸以及坚固而轻便的竹子制成。此处表示“宣纸、丝绸和竹子”，应用并列连词and连接。 【41题详解】 考查时态和主谓一致。句意：制作一个3D版本是一个巨大的挑战，所以她把它分成14个平面部分，每个部分由几个相同的单元组成。根据divided可知，句子使用一般过去时，主语是动名词短语Making a 3D version，be动词使用was。 【42题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意同上。空处作非谓语动词，consist of“由……组成”没有被动形式，应用现在分词与each构成独立主格结构。 【43题详解】 考查名词。句意：她通过调整心态克服了无聊和挫折，每天稳步前进。空处和setbacks并列，应用名词boredom“无聊”，作overcame的宾语。 【44题详解】 考查定语从句。句意：在制作完花灯后，她又创作了蟳埔簪花围，这是蟳埔女性的传统头饰，也是当地的文化遗产。空处引导非限制性定语从句，修饰先行词Xunpu zanhuawei，先行词指物，关系词在从句中作主语，应用关系代词which引导从句。 【45题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：肖女士认为这种现代方式非常有意义，并计划继续探索创造力，以推广更多的非物质文化遗产。从句中已有is，空处作非谓语动词，结合语意可知，空处表示目的，应用动词不定式作目的状语。 第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分) 第一节(满分15分) 46. 假定你是李华，上周你参加了学校组织的“走进科技农场(Exploring Smart Farms)”研学活动。请你给新西兰朋友Oliver写一封邮件分享这次经历，内容包括： 1．你的见闻； 2．你的感想。 注意： 1．写作词数应为80左右； 2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Dear Oliver, ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 【答案】Dear Oliver, I’m thrilled to share my recent experience of “Exploring Smart Farms” organized by our school last week. We visited a high-tech farm. Robots milked cows and drones monitored crops. What amazed me most was the vertical farming system, growing vegetables in layers without soil, using LED lights and hydroponics. Farmers controlled everything via smartphones, from adjusting temperatures to tracking growth data. This trip completely changed my view of agriculture. It’s no longer about backbreaking labor but innovation and sustainability. I realized how technology bridges traditional industries with modern needs, ensuring food security while protecting the environment. Yours, Li Hua 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达要求考生给新西兰朋友Oliver写一封邮件，分享学校组织的“走进科技农场(Exploring Smart Farms)”研学活动，谈谈自己的见闻和自己的感想。 【详解】1.词汇积累 控制：control → dominate 调节：adjust → regulate 彻底地：completely → thoroughly 观点：view → viewpoint 2.句式拓展 合并句子 原句：We visited a high-tech farm. Robots milked cows and drones monitored crops. 拓展句：We visited a high-tech farm where robots milked cows and drones monitored crops. 【点睛】【高分句型1】What amazed me most was the vertical farming system, growing vegetables in layers without soil, using LED lights and hydroponics.(运用了what引导的主语从句) 【高分句型2】I realized how technology bridges traditional industries with modern needs, ensuring food security while protecting the environment.(运用how引导的宾语从句，while引导状语从句的省略和现在分词作状语) 第二节(满分25分) 47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 It was a quiet Sunday afternoon. Warm sunlight shone through the window and fell on my balcony. I pulled a small stool outside, took a broom, and prepared to clean the corner that had been untouched for weeks. The gentle wind brought the sweet smell of jasmine (茉莉花) from the garden downstairs. I hummed a little song, enjoying the peaceful afternoon. As I swept dust and crinkled fallen leaves, a low, soft buzzing sound floated to my ears. At first, I paid it no mind, thinking it was just a few flies mindlessly flying in the sun. But the sound grew louder and steadier as I inched closer to the shadowed ceiling corner. I stood on my tiptoes looking carefully, and my heart skipped a beat — there on the wall, was a tiny, half-built hive (蜂房). Dozens of bees flew in and out, their tiny wings humming, busy building their home. I stepped back quickly, a surge of fear shooting through me. I’d heard too many stories of painful bee stings, and my mind immediately flew to my little sister, who loved chasing butterflies on the balcony every afternoon. I turned around, rushing inside to grab the can of insect killer, my thoughts racing: get rid of this trouble before anyone gets hurt. But when I held the cold can in my hand and stepped back onto the balcony, I froze. The bees were so small, so utterly focused on their work, never showing any sign of aggression toward me. They weren’t invaders (入侵者) — they were just tiny creatures, trying to build a safe home, just like my family did in this little apartment. A wave of guilt washed over me, and I put the can down gently on the windowsill, losing my desire to hurt them. There must be a kinder way for both my family and these small bees. I took out my phone, determined to find a better way to live in peace with nature. 注意： 1．续写词数应为150左右； 2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Soon, I managed to contact a local beekeeper. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ As the beekeeper carefully moved the hive, I watched, full of mixed feelings. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】参考范文 Soon, I managed to contact a local beekeeper. When I explained the situation to him, he immediately agreed to come and help. Within an hour, he arrived at my doorstep, carrying a set of special tools and a protective suit. He put on the suit and carefully examined the hive on my balcony. He told me that these bees were actually very beneficial for the environment as they helped with pollination. He then started to plan how to safely move the hive to a more suitable place. As the beekeeper carefully moved the hive, I watched, full of mixed feelings. On one hand, I was relieved that my family would be safe from potential bee stings. On the other hand, I felt a bit sad to see the bees leave their hard-built home. But I knew it was for the best. The beekeeper assured me that he would find a perfect spot in nature for the bees where they could thrive. As the bees flew away with their hive, I became more aware of the importance of protecting these small creatures and living in harmony with the natural world. 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，主要讲述了作者在打扫阳台时发现了一个蜂巢，起初想用杀虫剂消灭它们，但看到蜜蜂专注工作的样子后改变了主意，决定寻找更友好的解决方式，最终联系了养蜂人安全地转移了蜂巢。 【详解】1. 段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容可知，本段可描写养蜂人到来后的处理过程。 ②由第二段首句内容可知，本段可描写作者看着蜂巢被转移时的复杂心情及感悟。 2. 续写线索：联系养蜂人→养蜂人到来并检查蜂巢→告知蜜蜂的益处→计划转移蜂巢→转移蜂巢→作者的感悟 3. 词汇激活 行为类 ①检查：examine/inspect/check ②保证：assure/guarantee ③保护：protect/safeguard/defend 情绪类 ①悲伤的：sad/sorrowful/grieved ②完美的：perfect/faultless 【点睛】【高分句型1】When I explained the situation to him, he immediately agreed to come and help.(运用了when引导的状语从句) 【高分句型2】The beekeeper assured me that he would find a perfect spot in nature for the bees where they could thrive.(运用了that引导的宾语从句，where引导的定语从句) 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 聊城市2026年高考模拟试题 英语(二) 本试卷分四部分，共10页。满分150分。考试用时120分钟。 注意事项： 1．答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡指定位置上。 2．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 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。录音内容结束后，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段录音。每段录音后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段录音后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题，每段录音播放两遍。 1. Where does the book club meet now? A. At a café. B. At a library. C. At a bookstore. 2. Why will the man volunteer? A. He loves animals. B. He wants company. C. He needs service hours. 3. What are the speakers doing? A. Helping an injured person. B. Searching for a first aid kit. C. Waiting for help to arrive. 4. Who is Lisa? A. The customer’s daughter. B. A flower bunch designer. C. The shop manager. 5. What will the woman do? A. Buy a new dress. B. Seek professional help. C. Shorten the dress herself. 第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分，满分22.5分) 听下面5段录音。每段录音后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段录音前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟;听完后，每小题都有5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音播放两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6. What’s the relationship between the speakers? A. Guide and visitor. B. Artist and collector. C. Teacher and student. 7. How much is the man’s total budget? A. $90. B. $50. C. $40. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. What is the speakers’ problem? A. They’re blocked by rocks. B. They’re stuck in a storm. C. They seem to be lost. 9. How did the woman solve the problem? A. By watching the signs. B. By checking her map. C. By following the weather update. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10. Where are the speakers? A. At an electronics store. B. At the man’s house. C. At a technology fair. 11. What is the man looking for? A. A tool for his work. B. A way to save money. C. A device to simplify life. 12. What does the man think about smart homes? A. They’ll be more common. B. They’ll be more expensive. C. They’ll be more complicated. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。 13. How does the man feel about starting the job? A. Nervous. B. Excited. C. Confused. 14. What is the focus of the speakers’ work? A. Ocean protection. B. Industrial development. C. Educational programs. 15. How long is the usual work period? A. Four hours. B. Six hours. C. Eight hours. 16. Why does the woman think the man will be helpful? A. His education is relevant. B. He has practical experience. C. He has worked with animals. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. What is the talk mainly about? A. Music festivals. B. A concert venue. C. Music groups. 18. Which group no longer performs? A. The Youth Orchestra. B. The Piano Society. C. The Jazz Band. 19. Why did the Summer Music Festival use the hall? A. It had better facilities. B. Their venue was under repair. C. They wanted a larger audience. 20. What event is scheduled in 2030? A. The International Music Competition. B. The Summer Music Festival. C. The World Music Festival. 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、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A A Quick Guide to Four Powerful AI Tools In an era of unprecedented AI advancement, four standout tools are changing daily work and creation: Gemini, Grok, OpenClaw, and DeepSeek. Built by top tech teams and open-source communities, they meet various needs from academic research to app development. Below is a simple guide to their key features and uses. ◆ Gemini Core Strength: Excels in multi-modal processing, efficiently handling text, images, audio, video and code. Key Features: Understands multiple media in real time, generates advanced code, and works smoothly with Google Workspace. Best For: Innovative design, cross-media analysis, enterprise coding and academic research. Access: Free for personal use; paid plans offer more advanced functions. ◆ Grok Core Strength: A real-time conversational AI with access to up-to-date online information. Key Features: Provides instant live data, offers sharp, direct responses, and quickly checks facts and analyzes trends. Best For: News research, social media creation, quick Q & A and brainstorming. Access: Basic version free; premium features for X (formerly Twitter) subscribers. ◆ OpenClaw Core Strength: An open-source AI tool for developers, highly customizable. Key Features: Fully editable code, supports local deployment (部署) for privacy, and allows flexible API integration. Best For: Custom app development, private AI projects, coding education and enterprise customization. Access: Free to download on GitHub, with updates provided by the developer community. ◆ DeepSeek Core Strength: Specializes in highly accurate mathematical reasoning and scientific computing. Key Features: Solves complex formulas efficiently, analyzes advanced data, writes precise technical content and processes long contexts. Best For: STEM research, engineering calculations, financial modeling and academic paper writing. Access: Free academic licenses for students and researchers; paid enterprise plans for professional use. 1. What is Gemini’s main strength? A. It is totally free for all users. B. It deals with different media effectively. C. It provides real-time online data. D. It is open-source and fully editable. 2. Why is OpenClaw able to protect users’ privacy better? A. It provides local deployment. B. It has community-driven updates. C. It works with Google Workspace. D. It offers academic licenses. 3. Which tool can help with a physics paper with difficult calculations? A. Gemini. B. Grok. C. OpenClaw. D. DeepSeek. B When I was little, I would sit beside my dad as he painted. He told me that a cow, a meadow, or sunlight alone were ordinary, but when put together, they created magic. I understood what he was saying, but I’ve never felt what he was saying until one day when I was up in the sycamore tree (梧桐树) to secure a kite interlaced in the branches. It was a long way up, but I thought I’d give it a shot. I started climbing. Then I looked down. And suddenly I got dizzy and weak. I was miles off the ground! But the kite was still beyond my reach. I caught my breath and forced myself to concentrate on the kite as I climbed up. When the kite was fully liberated, I needed a minute to rest. That’s when the fear of being up so high began to lift, and in its place came the most amazing feeling that I was flying. Just soaring above the earth, sailing among the clouds. Then I began to notice how wonderful the breeze smelled. I couldn’t stop breathing it in, filling my lungs again and again with the sweetest smell I’d ever known. It wasn’t long before I wasn’t afraid of being up so high and found the spot that became my spot. I could sit there for hours, just looking out at the world. Sunsets were amazing. Some days they’d be purple and pink, some days they’d be a blazing orange, setting fire to clouds across the horizon. It was on a day like that when my father’s notion (观念) moved from my head to my heart. The view from my sycamore was more than rooftops and clouds and wind and colors combined. And I started marveling (惊奇) at how I was feeling both humble and majestic. How was that possible? How could I be so full of peace and full of wonder? It was magic. 4. What was the author’s intention of climbing up the sycamore tree? A. To get the kite home. B. To prove her courage. C. To unfasten the kite. D. To practice climbing skills. 5. How did the author feel about the climbing experience? A. Breathtaking but exhausting. B. Challenging but rewarding. C. Strange and unique. D. Shocking and touching. 6. Why did the author like being up high in the tree? A. Because the tree gave off a pleasant smell. B. Because she found inner fulfillment beyond views. C. Because she could catch the amazing sunsets. D. Because it could help her focus her mind. 7. What can we learn from the text? A. Combination towers over its components. B. Actions speak louder than words. C. Beautiful things don’t ask for attention. D. Practice makes perfect. C At top universities, there’s a phenomenon known as “Stanford Duck Syndrome (综合征)”. Like ducks, students appear to move gracefully. However, beneath the surface, they’re kicking desperately to keep up. Experts from Stanford’s Health Services uncovered this troubling trend: during the day, many Stanford students are seen socializing in cafés, seemingly without any stress or the need to study. However, under the cover of night, they immerse themselves in constant academic work, occasionally burning the midnight oil till dawn, in a deliberate attempt to uphold the false image of effortless accomplishment. This comes at a high price: tiredness and anxiety are widespread. Furthermore, it leads to a common misconception: true geniuses achieve success with ease, while those working hard are less capable. In an effort to challenge this misconception, researchers designed an experiment. Participants were asked to observe a series of colors carefully while scientists tracked their brain activity throughout the process. The experiment was divided into two parts: one with easily distinct colors and the other with nearly identical ones, requiring greater efforts to distinguish. As the difficulty of the task intensified, there was an evident increase in brain activity, particularly in areas linked to memory and abstract reasoning. The finding indicates that with the intensification of task demands, a growing number of brain regions become activated. Our brain functions like a muscle. Without effort, even our inborn talents will fade over time. This pushes us to reconsider the underlying culture that might lead to this phenomenon. Instead of focusing too much on outcomes or singing high praise for inborn talents, we should emphasize the learning process and continuous improvement. By encouraging a culture that values effort, we can help students realize that intelligence is not fixed but grows through hard work. Such a shift would not only reduce the pressures associated with the “Stanford Duck Syndrome”, but also have a profound impact on personal development and the future of education. 8. What does the “Stanford Duck Syndrome” probably refer to? A. Valuing academic achievement over well-being. B. Displaying graceful public image to engage peers. C. Masking their diligence to cast an image of genius. D. Seeking relief from pressure through social activities. 9. What is the disadvantage of “Stanford Duck Syndrome”? A. It causes students to stay up late frequently. B. It covers up students’ real genius and potential. C. It makes students value social life over academic work. D. It generates tension and false concepts regarding success. 10. The experiment mentioned in paragraph 3 is designed primarily to __________. A. provide evidence against the myth of effortless genius B. explain why talents will decline without constant practice C. illustrate the link between color recognition and intellectual growth D. reveal how challenging tasks promote brain activity 11. What does the author intend to convey through this passage? A. No sweat, no sweet. B. Great hopes make great men. C. Slow and steady wins the race. D. Empty vessels make the most noise. D It is now officially confirmed: Iceland has lost its long-standing mosquito-free status. On October 21, 2025, the country’s Natural Science Institute announced that three mosquitoes had been detected near Réykjavík, the capital. This marks the first documented occurrence of mosquitoes in Iceland’s natural environment. Historically, Iceland, owing to its cold, harsh climate, was one of the only two regions on Earth entirely free of mosquitoes — the other being Antarctica. However, climate change is fundamentally changing this ecological balance. This spring, Iceland recorded unprecedented high temperatures, reaching 26.6℃ on May 15, with some areas experiencing abnormality of over 10℃ above the long-term average, according to the Icelandic Meteorological Office. Iceland is not the first territory to forfeit its mosquito-free status, said news outlet Live Science. Hawaii remained free of mosquitoes until 1826, when the insects were accidentally brought in by European and American ships and thrived in the islands’ hot, humid climate. In recent decades, global warming has enabled mosquitoes to expand their range into the islands’ higher-altitude forests, which were once too’ cold to sustain their survival. Mosquitoes are by nature adapted to warm conditions. The Conversation explains that they are ectothermic (变温的), meaning their body temperature is regulated by their surroundings. Mosquito larvae (幼虫) require temperatures between 7℃ and 16℃ to develop, while adult mosquitoes thrive in temperatures exceeding 27℃ and enter hibernation (冬眠) when temperatures drop below 10℃. Apart from rising temperatures, climate change fuels mosquito reproduction also by changing normal rainfall patterns, noted in the Stanford Report. The World Mosquito Program, a non-profit initiative led by Monash University in Australia, points out that mosquitoes depend on still, impure water to breed before maturing into flying adults. Floods create ideal breeding pools, while droughts lead people to store water, further expanding mosquito habitats. 12. What can we know from the first two paragraphs? A. Mosquitoes have destroyed the ecological balance. B. Few insects could survive Iceland’s harsh conditions. C. Mosquitoes begin to appear in Iceland. D. Iceland’s temperature rises by over 10℃. 13. What does the underlined word “forfeit” in Paragraph 3 probably mean? A. Acquire. B. Claim. C. Lose. D. Preserve. 14. Why does the author mention droughts in the last paragraph? A. To illustrate that mosquitoes cannot survive without water. B. To explain why people have to store water during dry weather. C. To prove that rainfall patterns have been changed by climate change. D. To show changed rainfall patterns indirectly cause more mosquitoes. 15. What is the main idea of the passage? A. Higher-altitude forests become habitats for mosquitoes. B. Mosquitoes adapt easily to warm weather. C. Floods and droughts fuel the reproduction of mosquitoes. D. Climate change drives the spread of mosquitoes. 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。 Many of us set grand goals, yet ultimately give in to hopelessness when progress remains snail-paced or invisible, failing to realize that lasting success is rarely achieved in no time. ____16____ Small steps serve as the core foundation of remarkable achievements. Consider the transformation of a seed into a towering forest giant. This process unfolds gradually, not in a flash. ____17____ Day by day, it takes in sunlight and water, growing deeper roots until it finally stands tall and resiliently — a proof of patience and persistence (坚持). Our goals mirror that seed: they demand time and daily care. ____18____ For example, reading a short English passage daily is better than finishing a thick book in a weekend. The former builds a sustainable routine; the latter just tires you out. Consistency is key, and small steps make consistency possible by keeping the task manageable. Another noticeable advantage of small steps lies in their capacity to lessen anxiety. When faced with a huge task, feeling nervous is an instinctive response. ____19____ However, splitting it into small steps helps. Each modest victory fosters a sense of fulfillment, which in turn strengthens your perseverance. This positive cycle can turn even the hardest goals into something easy to achieve. Small steps teach an invaluable lesson in personal growth. ____20____ Thus, the next time you are confronted with a monumental objective, don’t be afraid to start small. Bear in mind: every great journey begins with a single step. A. We may even abandon the effort before we begin. B. It transforms quietly and steadily beneath the surface. C. Small steps contribute to the formation of good habits. D. Make gradual progress on the demanding task each day. E. To change this situation, the best solution is to take small steps. F. Small steps are by no means capable of changing the circumstance. G. They remind us that progress, rather than perfection, is what truly counts. 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四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 A man was extremely keen on doing business in his youth. Despite working day and night, and ____21____ almost every waking hour to endless negotiations and detailed market research, he ended up suffering a complete failure and losing all his ____22____ — every penny he had saved, together with ____23____ from relatives, which left him deeply in debt. Never one to give up easily, he ____24____ to make a comeback. After deeply reflecting on his ____25____ and going through account books and market reports carefully late at night, he ____26____ that his failures resulted from ____27____ industries where he lacked both professional knowledge and natural intuition. He then ____28____ his mind to publishing. ____29____, misjudging consumer tastes and weak distribution led to another heavy setback, and his small publishing house soon closed down. He discussed his dilemma with his wife in low spirits. To his ____30____, his wife said calmly, “Don’t lose heart, my dear! I’m ____31____ you will succeed. However, I’ve always thought business isn’t your calling — ____32____ creation is.” He ____33____ a bitter smile, saying they could not even afford bread. His wife told him she had set aside part of their ____34____ for him to focus on writing. Following his wife’s advice, he embarked on his writing journey. His sharp wit and vivid storytelling soon won the hearts of many readers, and he became a great writer. This man is no other than the ____35____ literary giant Mark Twain! 21. A. limiting B. devoting C. attaching D. transforming 22. A. capital B. bonus C. facilities D. items 23. A. support B. loans C. blame D. groceries 24. A. begged B. agreed C. resolved D. pretended 25. A. family B. staff C. puzzles D. experiences 26. A. regretted B. ignored C. remembered D. concluded 27. A. engaging in B. believing in C. checking in D. taking in 28. A. shifted B. extended C. liberated D. lost 29. A. Consequently B. Unfortunately C. Subsequently D. Ultimately 30. A. shock B. satisfaction C. surprise D. curiosity 31. A. grateful B. convinced C. doubtful D. satisfied 32. A. scientific B. artistic C. literary D. theatrical 33. A. forced B. wore C. offered D. hid 34. A. time B. house C. debt D. budget 35. A. promising B. enthusiastic C. celebrated D. generous 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。 Fuse bead (拼豆) art, which creates vivid patterns by arranging beads one by one and melting them with an iron, is becoming a beloved trend among young Chinese people. This ____36____ (create) craft brings traditional culture a fresh twist. Ms. Xiao, a 22-year-old handicraft vlogger from Fujian, runs a social media account called Linggan Baohusan. Driven by her deep love for Quanzhou’s culture, she once ____37____ (spend) a full month crafting a Quanzhou lantern ____38____ over 30,000 fuse beads. ____39____ lantern, as a key intangible cultural heritage of Quanzhou, is famous for its delicate designs. It is made of rice paper, a traditional material in southern Chinese folk art, silk, often used in classic lanterns, ____40____ tough yet lightweight bamboo. Making a 3D version ____41____ (be) a huge challenge, so she divided it into 14 flat parts, each ____42____ (consist) of several identical units. She overcame ____43____ (bored) and setbacks by adjusting her mindset, making steady progress daily. After the lantern, she created Xunpu zanhuawei (蟳埔簪花围), the traditional headwear for women in Xunpu, ____44____ is also local cultural heritage. Ms. Xiao believes this modern way is truly meaningful and plans to keep exploring creativity ____45____ (promote) more intangible cultural heritage. 第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分) 第一节(满分15分) 46. 假定你是李华，上周你参加了学校组织的“走进科技农场(Exploring Smart Farms)”研学活动。请你给新西兰朋友Oliver写一封邮件分享这次经历，内容包括： 1．你的见闻； 2．你的感想。 注意： 1．写作词数应为80左右； 2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Dear Oliver, ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 第二节(满分25分) 47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 It was a quiet Sunday afternoon. Warm sunlight shone through the window and fell on my balcony. I pulled a small stool outside, took a broom, and prepared to clean the corner that had been untouched for weeks. The gentle wind brought the sweet smell of jasmine (茉莉花) from the garden downstairs. I hummed a little song, enjoying the peaceful afternoon. As I swept dust and crinkled fallen leaves, a low, soft buzzing sound floated to my ears. At first, I paid it no mind, thinking it was just a few flies mindlessly flying in the sun. But the sound grew louder and steadier as I inched closer to the shadowed ceiling corner. I stood on my tiptoes looking carefully, and my heart skipped a beat — there on the wall, was a tiny, half-built hive (蜂房). Dozens of bees flew in and out, their tiny wings humming, busy building their home. I stepped back quickly, a surge of fear shooting through me. I’d heard too many stories of painful bee stings, and my mind immediately flew to my little sister, who loved chasing butterflies on the balcony every afternoon. I turned around, rushing inside to grab the can of insect killer, my thoughts racing: get rid of this trouble before anyone gets hurt. But when I held the cold can in my hand and stepped back onto the balcony, I froze. The bees were so small, so utterly focused on their work, never showing any sign of aggression toward me. They weren’t invaders (入侵者) — they were just tiny creatures, trying to build a safe home, just like my family did in this little apartment. A wave of guilt washed over me, and I put the can down gently on the windowsill, losing my desire to hurt them. There must be a kinder way for both my family and these small bees. I took out my phone, determined to find a better way to live in peace with nature. 注意： 1．续写词数应为150左右； 2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Soon, I managed to contact a local beekeeper. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ As the beekeeper carefully moved the hive, I watched, full of mixed feelings. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $