天津市南开中学2026届高三年级第五次质量检测英语试卷

南开中学2026届高三年级第五次质量检测 英 语 试 卷 本试卷分第 I 卷（选择题）和第 II 卷（非选择题）两部分，共130分，时长100分钟。 第 I 卷（共95分） 第一部分：英语知识运用（共两节，满分45分） 第一节、单项填空（共15小题，每小题1分，满分15分） 1. — I’m not sure if I should spend two months preparing for the competition. It’s so hard. — Think about its real value. ______ A. Don’t mention it. B. It’ll be worth it. C. It’s not a big deal. D. That makes no sense. 2. There will be ______ over their views on trade and finance, but I don’t think a trade war is likely. A. recreations B. decorations C. regulations D. frictions 3. — Why are you standing in the street in such hot weather? — I just can’t help it. I am appointed to interview people ______ to learn about customers’ feedback on our products. A. at random B. at hand C. at best D. at intervals 4. The museum established a conservation zone, ______ no construction or commercial activities are permitted. A. for which B. on which C. during which D. within which 5. The teacher began the review session, only ______ that many students in the class ______ the assigned homework. A. to discover; hadn’t finished B. to discover; wouldn’t finish C. discovering; didn’t finish D. discovering; haven’t finished 6. Some parents are more supportive than others, especially ______ believing in their children and willing to celebrate both their efforts and achievements. A. some B. those C. ones D. that 7. — Have you heard that our primary school will be torn down next year? — Really? I suppose it is such bad news ______ most of its former and present students will feel upset. A. that B. what C. as D. which 8. The victim in Wednesday’s attack has been _____ as Lee Giggs, an unemployed truck drive. A. witnessed B. identified C. realized D. discouraged 9. _____ for the high-stakes negotiation that would determine the future of his company, he walked into the conference room and presented his proposal confidently. A. Well preparing B. Being well prepared C. Well prepared D Having well preparing 10. Jack always hopes that his song can _____, so that he will make a fortune overnight. A. hang on B. move on C. catch on D. hold on 11. If they throw stones at you, don’t throw back. Use them to build your own foundation _____. A. somehow B. anyway C. instead D. nevertheless 12. There are several grocery and drug stores within a few minutes’ walk, so the convenience of this hotel _____ be overstated. A. needn’t B. can’t C. ought not to D. might not 13. It’s important to try to make certain _____ they’re actually asking for advice, or simply wanting to talk over _____ is going round in their head. A. that; whatever B. whether; no matter what C. that; no matter what D. whether; whatever 14. As part of the cost-cutting measures, more than one employee is said to _____ in this company lately. A. be laid off B. have laid off C. be laying off D. have been laid off 15. — Andrew didn’t get the promotion, and he has been holding it in. — No wonder he has been quiet all day. He just needs to _____. A. get it off his chest B. break the ice C. bite the bullet D. burn the midnight oil 第二节、完形填空（共20小题，每小题1.5分，满分30分） 阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从16～35各题所给出的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A gray-bearded teacher and a young student were observing the blooming of a lotus (莲花), sitting on a shore of a silent pond, when the young student interrupted the 16 . “Master, why is the meaning of life 17 from us? We are 18 in trying to understand the logic of things happening around us; we see separate parts and we are aware of their interrelations. But all of our efforts appear to be 19 when a new component appears, destroying all of the previous 20 constructions.” “The meaning of life.” the teacher 21 turned his sight from the flower, “can only be understood by someone whose mind isn’t clouded with earthly 22 , wishes and passions. Only new-borns are close to that 23 . The essence of a new-born reminds us of a lotus, 24 on the unshakable stillness of the pond. The surface of their soul isn’t touched by the wind of wishes, the rain of 25 , the snow of complaints, and the ice of loss. At first, the pond’s shores are empty and 26 . And later, the World appears, with all of its meaningless worldliness (世俗). On the shores of the pond all kinds of teachers 27 up, mentors, friends, enemies, lovers, children, relatives. Every word, every lesson, every act of kindness or harm, every influence we have disturbs the 28 soul of a child, making him grow up and go further and further from the understanding of the meaning of life.” “But we can’t get rid of all of this,” the student 29 heatedly. “You’ve understood everything right, my boy.” A light smile touched the lips of the old man. “If you want to search for the meaning of life, you will need to 30 every wish, attachment and feeling, cutting off the ties that join you with worldly troubles and passions, and then, 31 , you will be able to go back to the beginning. But what all of this is for? Is the search worth it? Ask yourself this question and if the answer will be negative, remain the person between the people.” The teacher turned his 32 towards the lotus again and finished, “And about the 33 of life, you will always be able to talk with friends, while sitting in the shade of your cottage, 34 the cheerful laughter of children, and drinking tea, 35 your loving wife brings you.” 16. A. view B. silence C. balance D. talking 17. A. exposed B. related C. hidden D. escaped 18. A. buried B. surrounded C. concerned D. disappointed 19. A. in common B. in doubt C. in need D. in vain 20. A. original B. local C. logical D. functional 21. A. reluctantly B. obviously C. consequently D. angrily 22. A. fears B. troubles C. anxieties D. difficulties 23. A. civilization B. restriction C. level D. state 24. A. soaring B. shaking C. dancing D. spying 25. A. movements B. developments C. attachments D. statements 26. A. noisy B. dirty C. graceful D. peaceful 27. A. grow B. cheer C. speed D. bring 28. A. unbearable B. unacceptable C. untouched D. unstable 29. A. broke out B. shouted out C. figured out D. gave out 30. A. satisfy B. achieve C. reuse D. refuse 31. A. frankly B. possibly C. unknowingly D. undoubtedly 32. A. back B. eyes C. face D. head 33. A. goal B. destination C. wonder D. sense 34. A. watching for B. speaking of C. listening to D. ridding of 35. A. which B. that C. what D. as 第二部分：阅读理解（共 20 小题，每小题 2.5 分，满分 50 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 Across the vast expanse of the United States, an array of captivating weekend road trips awaits discovery, each offering a distinct escape from your daily routines. If you are seeking to maximize your limited leisure time without sacrificing memorable experiences, here is a well-planned weekend excursion along America’s diverse highways and byways. Weekend in Big Sur, California Just 90 miles it has plenty to explore for just a few days. The Los Padres National Forest is an excellent destination for hiking, where there are many trails allowing visitors to walk the coastline. Visitors may catch sight of migrating grey whales in February, during that time of year the grey whales are migrating from Mexico to Alaska. Overseas Highway, Florida Just a little over 100 miles, this amazing road offers an attractive weekend road trip through Florida’s tropical Keys. One well-known destination in Key Largo, the longest island in the Keys, is the John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, which was the first underwater preserve in the US. Visitors can take glass-bottomed boat tours, or go diving and more to enjoy the various sea life. If you’re looking for something exciting, a yacht(游艇) trip to feel the sea breeze is a brilliant choice. Alternatively, you can get a family ticket for a luxurious bay cruise experience. Lakes to Locks Passage, New York As a New York State Byway, Lakes to Locks Passage connects Lake Champlain, Lake George, Champlain Canal and the Upper Hudson River. Visitors can explore 225 miles of historic and recreational sites, including 32 “Waypoint Communities” offering walking, biking, and driving tours. Each town offers unique historical and regional activities, including sunken ships, ancient lock systems, battlefields, and 1800s daily life examples. Golfing and boating are also popular along the route. Amish Country Byway, Ohio This Ohio byway is a wonderful way to learn about the Amish culture in Ohio. The 70 plus miles of this roadway cross some of Ohio’s beautiful hills and pasture. For a two-day trip, focus on the Western region, exploring marshes, rivers, and historic sites like Croco House, an Underground Railroad site. The Eastern section includes the Victorian House Museum, with more Amish heritage at Heini’s Cheese House, Country Mall, and Schrock’s Amish Farm and Home. 36. Which of the four weekend road trips is the shortest? A. Weekend in Big Sur, California. B Overseas Highway, Florida. C. Lakes to Locks Passage, New York. D. Amish Country Byway, Ohio. 37. What can visitors do on the Weekend in Big Sur? A. Enjoy grey whales’ migration. B. Visit sunken ships. C. Take glass-bottomed boat tours. D. Explore historic sites. 38. What can we learn about the John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park? A. It was established to protect the coral reefs in Key Largo. B. It is the most visited attraction in the Florida Keys. C. It allows visitors to observe sea life without getting wet. D. It was established earlier than any other state park in Florida. 39. What special activity can visitors enjoy in Ohio? A. Experiencing hands-on activities like cheese-making for relaxation. B. Joining in local events to experience the life of nearby villagers. C. Walking along the trails to explore the marshes and canals. D. Traveling across the hills to visit the ancient historical sites. 40. Which column of a website is this passage most likely taken from? A. Budget Travel B. Family Plan C. Scenic Drive D. Heritage Exploration B As I signed the pre-medical application form, my fingers shook uncontrollably. The watercolor brushes on my desk seemed to gaze back at me, like old friends who had been left behind. I’m Lora, an 18-year-old who secretly drew brain diagrams on napkins while classmates drew cartoons. “Art feeds the soul but starves the body,” Mom always said. Her words haunted me as my biology textbooks slowly buried my drawing pads. Then came the school career fair that changed everything. Dr. Eleanor Whitman from Harvard asked us to list our “hidden skills”. My hand shook as I wrote “observing details”, something I’d learned from painting flower petals. “That’s medical research’s most needed skill!” she exclaimed, sharing how a student turned microbiology notes into textbook illustrations. My lab partner whispered, “Remember our photosynthesis (光合作用) comic?” For the first time, my two worlds didn’t feel so separate. The real surprise came during hospital volunteering. Watching surgeries, I noticed something — the steady hands of doctors reminded me of my brushwork. When a boy struggled to describe his pain, I drew a fire-breathing dragon on his cast. “You made medicine speak,” the nurse said. Slowly, my drawing pads filled with cells that looked like colored-glass art and X-rays arranged like abstract paintings. Mr. Dawson, our career counselor, helped connect these dots. On his whiteboard, my medical knowledge and art skills overlapped in a bright yellow circle labeled “Medical Illustration”. He showed me job listings I never knew existed — graphic designers for science apps, 3D modelers for anatomy (解剖) classes. “Your impractical skill makes you stand out,” he said, pointing to my dragon drawing now used in pain management workshops. Today, my microscope and paintbrushes share the same desk. The same hands that once hesitated between them now create 3D models of viruses for vaccine education. Sometimes I teach young patients to draw their feelings instead of describing them. My story isn’t about heart and reality cancelling each other out — they just multiply possibilities. 41. What can be inferred about Lora from Paragraph 1? A. She had given up the hobby of drawing. B. She was excited about studying medicine. C. She felt torn between art and medical study. D. She regretted not practicing painting earlier. 42. Dr. Eleanor thought of Lora’s “hidden skill” as ______. A. a burden B. a plus C. a distraction D. a recreation 43. How did Lora’s hospital experience influence her? A. It helped develop her surgical skills. B. It directed her toward doctor training. C. It boosted her enthusiasm for abstract art. D. It convinced her of art’s role in health care. 44. The coexistence of the microscope and paintbrush on the desk implies ______. A. Lora’s distinct passions find harmony. B Lora’s workspace reflects her identity. C. Lora’s medical training enhanced her art talent. D. Lora’s art skills outweigh her medical knowledge. 45. What message does the author want to convey? A. Every cloud has a silver lining. B. Two strings to your bow light the way. C. Follow the beaten track to success. D. Don’t put all your eggs in one basket. C For decades, scientists hypothesized that cognitively demanding tasks, such as writing or solving math problems, require more energy than easier tasks like scrolling short videos on the phone or looking out of the window. However, recent research proves the view wrong. Our brains perform massively complex and metabolically costly computations all day long. “Whether you’re engaged in a cognitively demanding task at work or you’re staring off into space, your brain is using roughly the same amount of energy,” says neuroscientist Todd Braver of Washington University in St. Louis. In fact, what feels more challenging is when a task requires the brain to go against its usual habits. Cognitively demanding work often requires the coordination of many different brain regions in novel patterns, while silencing circuits that frequently fire together. Studies have found that pushing against our brain’s habits triggers an emotional response, making us feel uncomfortable. “It’s aversive, and it just feels bad,” says Michael Inzlicht, a psychologist from the University of Toronto. But he points out that emotional responses are subjective: they are interpretations of sensations in our bodies and brains. And we can influence how much we pay attention to these sensations and even how we interpret them. We often overestimate the struggle and pain required to complete cognitive tasks. This initial overestimation can lead us to procrastinate, or even avoid the task altogether. Studies suggest that if we can get past that initial hurdle of starting a task, then thinking becomes easier. One way to do that is to pay attention to the benefits instead of the efforts required. In a study published in the journal Science in 2020, Andrew Westbrook, a neuroscientist at Rutgers University, and his colleagues gave participants the choice of solving an easy memory puzzle for a small amount of money or a much harder puzzle for more money. The options were displayed on a screen, and participants’ eye movements were tracked as they decided which puzzle to attempt. When people spent more time looking at the reward for the challenging puzzle, they were more likely to choose it. If our mind’s eye, or our attentional focus, is on the benefits of an option, over time we’re more likely to choose to do hard things. Performing complex mental tasks will also be less painful if the exertion of mental effort is habitized. When we don’t have to make a decision to focus every day, we will save ourselves considering the costs or consequences. To make cognitively demanding tasks a habit, try to do them every day at the same time and in the same place. Add a ritual before the work starts, such as turning off the phone and launching an app to block distracting websites. After a few weeks, concentrating deeply won’t just feel easier, it will actually be easier. 46. Why do people tend to feel certain cognitive tasks demanding? A. Because they consume much more brain energy. B. Because they involve more complex computations. C. Because they are objectively much more difficult. D. Because they require new brain region teamwork. 47. What does the underlined word “hurdle” in paragraph 6 mean? A. benefit B. barrier C. routine D. reward 48. Why does the author quote the 2020 study? A. To support a solution. B. To present a case. C. To analyze the causes. D. To challenge an assumption. 49. What can be inferred from the passage? A. Overestimation promotes efficiency. B. Personal perception determines performance. C. Focusing on rewards enhances motivation. D. Brain reaction triggers positive emotions. 50. Which of the following can make mental work feel easier? A. Receiving continuous support when feeling down. B. Seeking professional help when meeting a deadline. C. Reading thick literary classics for twenty minutes daily. D. Breaking down a challenging project into smaller tasks. D William Wordsworth’s metaphor, “Your mind is the garden, your thoughts are the seeds. The harvest can either be flowers or weeds,” resonates with the idea that our mental landscape is similar to a garden, where the seeds of our thoughts determine the nature of our lives. This concept suggests that the way we nurture our thoughts can significantly impact our personal development and success. Our thoughts are the seeds that, when nurtured with care, can blossom into the flowers of success and happiness. Conversely, neglecting the cultivation of our thoughts can lead to a life overgrown with the weeds of failure and despair. To ensure our minds bear the fruits of our desires, it’s crucial to prepare the soil of our minds with the nutrients of education, health, and effective time management. These elements enrich our mental landscape, providing the ideal environment for our ambitions to take root and flourish. The principle of sowing and reaping (收获) is as true for our lives as it is for a garden. Just as a gardener who plants tomatoes expects tomatoes, we should anticipate that the intentional cultivation of our thoughts will yield a corresponding harvest in life. Each of us holds the power to choose which seeds to plant, and thus, the responsibility for the outcomes we reap. Moreover, the impact of our thoughts extends beyond personal success; they also influence our relationships and societal contributions. Kind thoughts and actions can foster harmony and cooperation, while negative thoughts can lead to conflict and isolation. The choice to plant seeds of empathy and understanding can result in a life enriched by strong social bonds and a sense of community. Additionally, our thoughts can shape our resilience in the face of adversity, as optimistic thinking can guide us through challenges, whereas pessimism may hinder our ability to overcome obstacles. Drawing everything together, the garden of our mind requires deliberate tending. By selecting and nurturing positive thoughts, and by preparing the conditions for their growth, we can harvest a life rich with the fulfillment of our goals and dreams. The choice is ours: to plant the seeds of potential or to let the garden lie fallow (休耕). It is through this conscious cultivation that we can transform our minds from a plot overgrown with weeds into a garden blooming with the flowers of success and the fruits of meaningful contributions to society. The power to shape our destiny lies within us, and it begins with the thoughts we choose to plant today. 51. How does the author illustrate the concept of mental preparation in paragraph 1? A. By comparing it to the process of cultivation. B. By relating it to the achievement of personal goals. C. By emphasizing the importance of seeds in the garden. D. By associating it with the management of natural conditions. 52. What can we infer from paragraph 3? A. Life outcomes are decided in advance. B. Life outcomes stem from wishes. C. Cultivating thoughts shapes life outcomes. D. Cultivating thoughts relies on life outcomes. 53. What is the main idea of paragraph 4? A. The importance of personal success in society. B. The power of thoughts in shaping us and society. C. The role of empathy in building a strong community. D. The effect of optimism on overcoming life’s challenges. 54. What conclusion can we draw from the text? A. We cannot change our destiny. B. Cultivating positive thoughts matters. C. Personal goals depend on social impact. D. Our thoughts can directly lead to success. 55. Which of the following would be the best title for the text? A. Positive Thinking: The Key to Overcoming Life’s Obstacles B. From Weeds to Harvest: The Journey of Personal Success C. The Metaphorical Garden: How Thoughts Shape Our Destiny D. The Art of Inner Nurturing: Sowing Seeds for a Flourishing Life 南开中学2026届高三年级第五次质量检测 第II卷（共35分） 注意事项：用黑色墨水的钢笔或签字笔将答案写在答题纸上，不能使用修改液。 第三部分：写作 第一节、阅读表达（共5小题，每小题2分，满分10分） 阅读短文，并按照题目要求用英语回答问题。 Washington is home to lots of trees — it is the Evergreen State, after all — and lots of fireplaces and wood-burning stoves (炉子) too. But what if you lived there and couldn’t chop wood or couldn’t afford to pay someone to do it? Luckily, Shane McDaniel and his twin sons, Harrison and Henry McDaniel, 21, are happy to lend an ax. The three men chop truckloads of wood — then give it away. “I want people who are burning cardboard because they’ve got nothing.” That’s how Shane explained to heraldnet.com. “Or someone who has a broken shoulder and can’t cut wood.” The idea started as a father-son bonding project, he told msn.com. “I had to cut wood along with my dad. He just loved doing it,” says Shane, 48, a divorced father of six. He wanted to pass along that feeling, so he and the twins spent the summer of 2018 like a clan of Paul Bunyans. The result was a great wall of wood piled up around their house in Lake Stevens, 35 miles outside of Seattle. Technically, it was 40 cords — a cord measures four feet high, four feet wide, and eight feet deep. To buy that much would cost about $10,000. It was too much for the McDaniels to use themselves, and when the weather turned cold that November, Shane started thinking of others. He posted on Facebook: “IF YOU ARE IN NEED OF FIREWOOD AND CANNOT AFFORD IT, PLEASE PM [personal message] ME!... If you know someone who BURNS WOOD, and they’re looking at a cold house this holiday season, please help me and my boys make sure NO ONE GOES COLD IN OUR HOOD”. The response was immediate. One man offered to donate a wood-burning furnace. Others raced over to Norm’s, the grocery store Shane owns, with more wood for the pile. One woman, noticing the photo of the strong McDaniel men in the Facebook post, started to show appreciation in other ways. She joked: “Please post more pictures of you in sleeveless shirts. I don’t need the wood. But truly I appreciate the eye candy!” 56. Who does Shane want to help according to Paragraph 1? (no more than 5 words) 57. Why did Shane involve his sons in the wood-chopping project? (no more than 10 words) 58. What does the last paragraph suggest about Shane’s Facebook post? (no more than 10 words) 59. How do you understand the underlined part in Paragraph 4? (no more than 3 words) 60. What do you think of Shane’s way of helping people? Please explain in your own words. (no more than 20 words) 第二节、书面表达（共1小题，共25分） 61．大自然赋予我们很多灵感。比如，鸟类飞行的秘密让我们造出了飞机；蚂蚁搬运食物的场景让我们懂得了团结就是力量。假如你是晨光中学学生李津。你校英语社团正在开展主题为“Inspiration From Nature”的短视频制作比赛。你已报名参赛，请根据以下要点，为你的视频写一篇文案。 （1）你从大自然中获得的一个灵感（个人成长、人生哲理或解题方法等）； （2）简要叙述你获得这一灵感的过程； （3）简要阐述这一灵感对你的影响。 注意： （1）词数不少于100； （2）可适当增加细节，使内容充实、行文连贯； （3）标题已给出，不计入总词数。 Inspiration From Nature 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 南开中学2026届高三年级第五次质量检测答案 单选 BDADA BABCC CBDDA 完型 BCADC ABDAC DACBD BBDCA 阅读 DACDC CBDAB DBACC ACBBD 阅表 56. Those / People in need of wood. OR: Those / People lacking wood. OR: Those / People without wood. OR: People who need wood / lack wood / are without wood. 57. To pass on the father-son bonding experience. OR: Because he wanted to pass on the father-son bonding experience. 58. The post gained immediate public support and appreciation. OR: It drew immediate help and public attention. OR: It inspired people’s generosity and playful appreciation. OR: It attracted donations and praise. 59. Admire your / the muscles. OR: Enjoy your strength. 60. (I think) It is selfless and thoughtful. Because it meets people’s urgent needs, brings warmth and eases their suffering. OR: It shows consideration and responsibility. Because it reflects the selfless help to address the suffering of others in the community. OR: It reflects a caring heart and a strong sense of community. Because the way shows true kindness towards other’s trouble in action. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $