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2026届普通高中毕业班第二次模拟测试 英 语 （考试时间：120分钟 满分：150分） 注意事项： 1．答题前，考生先将自己的姓名、学校、班级和准考证号码填写清楚，将条形码准确粘贴在考生信息条形码粘贴区。 2．选择题必须使用2B铅笔填涂；非选择题必须使用0.5毫米黑色字迹的签字笔书写，字体工整、笔迹清楚。 3．请按照题号顺序在答题卡各题目的答题区域内作答，超出答题区域书写的答案无效；在草稿纸、试卷上答题无效。 4．作图可先使用铅笔画出，确定后必须用黑色字迹的签字笔描黑。 5．保持卡面清洁，不要折叠，不要弄破、弄皱，不准使用涂改液、修正带、刮纸刀。 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段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话读两遍。 例：How much is the shirt? A. £19.15. B. £9.18. C. £9. 15. 答案是C。 1. Who failed to attend the charity concert? A. Mandy. B. Mary. C. Athena. 2. What will Sara do tonight? A. Go jogging. B. See a film. C. Exercise at the gym. 3. Why was Tom absent from the party? A. He didn’t get the invitation. B. He was worried about his friend. C. He was involved in a car accident. 4. What does the man suggest Karen do? A. See a doctor. B. Try a new project. C. Take good care of herself. 5. What are the speakers talking about? A. The effect of online learning. B. Preparations for going abroad. C. Ways to learn a foreign language. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1. 5分，满分22. 5分） 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6. What is the relationship between the speakers? A. Mother and son. B. Husband and wife. C. Teacher and student. 7. Where does the man suggest going? A. The cinema. B. The circus. C. The amusement park. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. How did the interviewers feel after reading Mark’s job history? A. Satisfied. B. Embarrassed. C. Disappointed. 9. What seems to be Mark’s weakness? A. Having little work experience. B. Being poor at speaking in public. C. Lacking confidence in the interview. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10. Why does Janet take yoga classes? A. To kill time. B. To lose weight. C. To reduce stress. 11. What makes the man relaxed? A. Taking a walk. B. Listening to music. C. Playing basketball. 12. What do we know about the man? A. He needs more exercise. B. He has decided to do yoga. C. He is under a lot of pressure. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。 13. How did the woman get those suggestions? A. From a meeting. B. From some emails. C. From the suggestion box. 14. When will the morning tea break be? A. At 10:00. B. At 10:30. C. At 11:00. 15. What is the problem with the printer? A. It is noisy. B. It has no cover. C. It doesn’t work well. 16. What is Jerry’s attitude toward flexible working hours? A. Supportive. B. Disapproving. C. Casual. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. How long did UR’s annual Holiday Shopping Fair run? A. 4 hours. B. 6 hours. C. 10 hours. 18. How did the speaker feel when seeing the coins? A. Surprised. B. Touched. C. Worried. 19. What was Megan’s previous job? A. An artist. B. A store owner. C. A kindergarten teacher. 20. What did the speaker think great about ShopEmilyEvelyne? A. The expansion of its offerings. B. The low prices of the products. C. The latest clothing items. 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 Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital, is famous for its lively summer festival and moody gothic architecture — but a short break here offers plenty more besides. This walkable city packs unforgettable experiences into a single day, from literary trails to fine dining and historic pubs. 8 a.m.: Explore the old town Craft your own literary trail starting in the Grassmarket. Climb the Miss Jean Brodie Steps to view Edinburgh Castle framed by narrow lanes, and then wander into Greyfriars Kirkyard, a 17th-century cemetery. Sharp-eyed Harry Potter fans will spot familiar names on gravestones, including ones that inspired You-Know-Who. 11 a.m.: Dive into the past Across from the cemetery is the National Museum of Scotland, whose galleries cover time and continents with a focus on Scottish history and culture. Don’t miss Alexander Graham Bell’s original telephone and a Trainspotting screenplay signed by Ewan McGregor. For a different experience, visit Surgeons’ Hall, which showcases Edinburgh’s medical history. 2 p.m.: Head for the river After morning culture, take a short tram from Princes Street to Leith, which holds a quarter of Scotland’s Michelin-starred restaurants, including Tom Kitchin’s The Kitchin. Its lunch menu features seasonal Scottish fare, such as the lobster from just three bus stops down the coast, which tastes all the better for it. Little wonder Welsh himself is a regular. 7 p.m.: Drink up No Edinburgh day is complete without a pub stop, and the New Town has great options. Sherlock Holmes fans should seek out The Conan Doyle, a historic pub near the author’s birthplace. Step inside and enjoy a refreshing local ale or whisky to wind down after a busy day of exploration. 1. Which place will fantasy fiction lovers want to visit? A. Princes Street. B. Surgeons’ Hall. C. Greyfriars Kirkyard. D. The New Town. 2. Why is Welsh a regular at the Kitchin? A. It offers fresh lobster. B. It serves tasty seasonal local food. C. It is within walking distance. D. It is a Michelin-starred restaurant. 3. What is the author’s purpose in writing the text? A. To share personal travel experiences. B. To compare Edinburgh’s tourist attractions. C. To recommend a one-day trip to Edinburgh. D. To advertise Edinburgh’s festival and architecture. 【答案】1. C 2. B 3. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇应用文，主要为读者推荐了爱丁堡一日游的行程，介绍了当地的文学景点、文化博物馆、特色美食和历史酒吧。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第二段“Craft your own literary trail starting in the Grassmarket. Climb the Miss Jean Brodie Steps to view Edinburgh Castle framed by narrow lanes, and then wander into Greyfriars Kirkyard, a 17th-century cemetery. Sharp-eyed Harry Potter fans will spot familiar names on gravestones, including ones that inspired You-Know-Who.(从格拉斯市场出发，开启您的文学之旅吧。爬上Miss Jean Brodie Steps，欣赏被狭窄小巷环绕的爱丁堡城堡美景。然后漫步进入Greyfriars Kirkyard，那里是 17 世纪的公墓。眼光敏锐的《哈利·波特》粉丝们会发现墓碑上有着熟悉的名字，其中包括一些给了“神秘人”灵感的名字。)”可知，奇幻小说爱好者会想去Greyfriars Kirkyard。故选C。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第四段“Its lunch menu features seasonal Scottish fare, such as the lobster from just three bus stops down the coast, which tastes all the better for it. Little wonder Welsh himself is a regular.(餐厅的午间菜单主打苏格兰时令风味，例如来自海岸线外仅三站公交距离的龙虾，因产地之近而愈发鲜美。难怪Welsh本人也是常客)”可知，Welsh是餐厅常客，是因为这里提供美味的时令当地食物。故选B。 【3题详解】 推理判断题。根据文章第一段“This walkable city packs unforgettable experiences into a single day, from literary trails to fine dining and historic pubs.(这座适合步行的城市在一天内就能带来难忘的体验，从文学步道到精致餐饮再到历史酒吧。)”以及全文按时间顺序介绍爱丁堡一日游的各个环节，可推知作者写这篇文章的目的是推荐爱丁堡一日游行程。故选C。 B I’m Kate. Like many people in the UK, I grew up with a very narrow understanding of health. If I felt anxious or tired, I just kept going. If I had a headache, I took painkillers. There was very little thought given to why symptoms appeared or how to live in a way that might prevent them from happening. It wasn’t until my early thirties, while working in a high-stress advertising job, that everything caught up with me. I was completely burnt out. One of the most alarming symptoms I was experiencing at the time was unusual heartbeats — loud uneven throbs (跳动) that shook my chest every few minutes. I went to the hospital and was told doctors could do nothing, except to keep an eye on it in case it caused problems later in life. There was no mention of emotional tension. No questions about how I was dealing with stress. That was the moment I turned to acupuncture (针灸). I didn’t know much about it, but something about it felt right. And that first treatment marked the beginning of a deep and lasting change. Through acupuncture treatments, I found a kind of calm I hadn’t experienced in years. My mind cleared, my body felt stronger, and those frightening heartbeats became less and less noticeable. I had discovered a whole new way of seeing health and life. That experience sparked my interest. I began reading everything I could about acupuncture: not just the practical benefits, but the basic philosophy. I discovered that Chinese medicine is more of a way of understanding ourselves and the world. It teaches that our health isn’t something to hand over to someone else to fix. It’s something to respect and tend to every day, through our food, our emotional lives, our ability to respond to stress, and our relationship with nature and the seasons. 4. How did Kate treat health issues early on? A. Ignoring the root causes. B. Taking painkillers regularly. C. Stopping work when feeling tired. D. Keeping a healthy lifestyle. 5. What made Kate turn to acupuncture? A. Her heartbeats becoming more frequent. B. Doctors’ advice to keep an eye on it. C. Her high-stress advertising job. D. Doctors’ failure to address her stress. 6. What happened to Kate after her first acupuncture? A. She lost trust in doctors. B. She loved reading acupuncture books. C. She experienced inner peace. D. Her heartbeats returned to normal. 7. What does Kate think of Chinese medicine? A. It tries to reveal mental factors. B. It offers a new way to understand life. C. It works better than Western medicine. D. It requires daily food control. 【答案】4. A 5. D 6. C 7. B 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了凯特早期忽视健康问题，后因压力转向针灸并发现新健康观的故事。 【4题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段中“If I felt anxious or tired, I just kept going. If I had a headache, I took painkillers. There was very little thought given to why symptoms appeared or how to live in a way that might prevent them from happening.(如果我感到焦虑或疲惫，我就继续坚持下去。如果我头痛，我就吃止痛药。我很少去思考这些症状为何出现，或者如何以一种可能防止症状出现的方式生活。)”可知，凯特早期对待健康问题的方式是忽略根本原因。故选A。 【5题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段中“I went to the hospital and was told doctors could do nothing, except to keep an eye on it in case it caused problems later in life. There was no mention of emotional tension. No questions about how I was dealing with stress. That was the moment I turned to acupuncture (针灸).(我去了医院，医生告诉我他们无能为力，只能密切关注，以防它日后引发问题。没有提到情绪紧张。没有问我如何应对压力。就在那一刻，我转向了针灸。)”可知，医生没有解决她的压力问题，这使得凯特转向针灸。故选D。 【6题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段中“And that first treatment marked the beginning of a deep and lasting change. Through acupuncture treatments, I found a kind of calm I hadn’t experienced in years. My mind cleared, my body felt stronger, and those frightening heartbeats became less and less noticeable.(第一次治疗标志着深刻而持久的变化的开始。通过针灸治疗，我找到了一种多年来未曾体验过的平静。我的头脑清醒了，身体感觉更强壮了，那些可怕的心跳变得越来越不明显了。)”可知，凯特第一次针灸后，她体验到了内心的平静。故选C。 【7题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段中“I discovered that Chinese medicine is more of a way of understanding ourselves and the world. It teaches that our health isn’t something to hand over to someone else to fix. It’s something to respect and tend to every day, through our food, our emotional lives, our ability to respond to stress, and our relationship with nature and the seasons.(我发现中医更多的是一种理解我们自己和世界的方式。它教导我们，健康不是交给别人去修复的东西。它是每天都要尊重和关注的东西，通过我们的食物、我们的情感生活、我们应对压力的能力，以及我们与自然和季节的关系。)”可知，凯特认为中医提供了一种理解生活的新方式。故选B。 C Educators and business leaders share common goals. Teachers want to prepare students for a successful future. Tech companies need a workforce with STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) skills. Play may be the answer to their cooperation. STEM skills are enhanced when combined with traditional, hands-on creative activities. That’s why tech companies are partnering with educators to bring back old-fashioned play. Many experts argue that the most important 21st-century skills are creativity, problem-finding and problem-solving, teamwork, optimism, patience and the ability to experiment and take risks. These are skills acquired when kids tinker (小修理，捣鼓). NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory found that their best problem solvers were master tinkerers in their youth. Research shows that given 15 minutes of free play, four-and five-year-olds will spend a third of this time engaged in spatial and mathematical activities. This type of play, especially with building blocks, helps children discover key principles in math and geometry. If play is critical to skill development, that’s good news for two reasons. First, children are born builders, so fostering these skills may be as simple as giving them room to play and tinker. Second, it doesn’t take advanced technology to do this, which is especially important for under-resourced schools. Anyone, anywhere, can do it. 8. Why do technology companies support traditional play in education? A. To follow NASA’s example in training. B. To prepare future tech workforce. C. To better develop STEM skills. D. To combine STEM with hands-on activities. 9. What are the benefits of children tinkering with things? A. Using modern technology. B. Mastering math and geometry. C. Gaining all-round STEM expertise. D. Developing creativity and related skills. 10. What can educators learn from the last paragraph? A. Children’s age plays a role in skill formation. B. Resources are important for children’s development. C. Children should be given space to experiment freely. D. Children’s natural talents make skill development easy. 11. Which is the most suitable title for the text? A. Play: A Key to Developing Future Skills B. Tech Companies: Investing in Future Talent C. Tinkering: A Path to Becoming Problem Solvers D. STEM Education: The Key to Children’s Future Success 【答案】8. B 9. D 10. C 11. A 【解析】 【导语】文章主要介绍玩耍能培养STEM综合能力，助力孩子未来发展。 【8题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段中“Teachers want to prepare students for a successful future. Tech companies need a workforce with STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) skills. Play may be the answer to their cooperation. (老师们希望为学生铺垫美好的未来。科技公司则需要具备STEM（科学、技术、工程和数学）素养的劳动力。而玩耍可能是他们达成合作的关键。)”以及第二段中“STEM skills are enhanced when combined with traditional, hands-on creative activities. That’s why tech companies are partnering with educators to bring back old-fashioned play. (把 STEM 技能与传统的动手创意活动相结合，能提升STEM这类素养。这正是科技企业与教育工作者合作、重拾传统趣味玩乐方式的原因。)”可知，科技公司需要具备STEM技能的劳动力，而传统游戏有助于提升STEM技能，因此他们支持传统游戏是为了培养未来的科技人才。 【9题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段中“Many experts argue that the most important 21st-century skills are creativity, problem-finding and problem-solving, teamwork, optimism, patience and the ability to experiment and take risks. These are skills acquired when kids tinker (小修理，捣鼓). (许多专家认为，21世纪最重要的核心能力包括：创造力、发现与解决问题的能力、团队协作、乐观心态、耐心，以及敢于尝试和冒险探索的能力。而这些能力，恰恰是孩子们在动手捣鼓、摆弄物件的过程中所能习得的。)”可知，孩子捣鼓物件能培养创造力及相关综合能力。 【10题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段中“First, children are born builders, so fostering these skills may be as simple as giving them room to play and tinker. (首先，孩子们天生就是建设者，所以培养这些技能可能很简单，只需给他们玩耍和捣鼓的空间。)”可知，教育者能从最后一段中学到应该给孩子自由尝试的空间。 【11题详解】 主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其根据第一段“Educators and business leaders share common goals. Teachers want to prepare students for a successful future. Tech companies need a workforce with STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) skills. Play may be the answer to their cooperation. (教育工作者和企业领导有着共同的目标。老师们希望为学生铺垫美好的未来。科技公司则需要具备STEM（科学、技术、工程和数学）素养的劳动力。而玩耍可能是他们达成合作的关键。)”可知，全文围绕玩耍展开，讲述玩耍有助于培养STEM及21世纪必备综合能力，是未来技能发展的关键。选项A“玩耍：发展未来技能的关键”概括了全文内容，最适合作为文章标题。 D A new study from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem has uncovered a specific molecular chain reaction in the brain that may contribute to some forms of autism (自闭症) spectrum disorder (ASD). The research, published in Molecular Psychiatry, focuses on the common chemical messenger nitric oxide (一氧化氮). In a healthy brain, nitric oxide helps fine-tune communication between neurons. However, the study suggests that in certain cases of autism, rising levels of this molecule can trigger a harmful biochemical process. Researchers discovered that nitric oxide can attach to a protective protein called TSC2 through a process known as S-nitrosylation. This modification marks TSC2 for removal from the cell. Normally, TSC2 acts as a critical brake on a major cellular control system called mTOR, which manages cell growth and protein production. When TSC2 levels drop due to this modification, its braking effect weakens. Consequently, mTOR activity surges beyond normal levels, potentially disrupting how neurons function and communicate. The team, led by Prof. Haitham Amal, successfully interrupted this chain reaction in two ways. First, they used drugs to lower nitric oxide production in neurons, which restored normal TSC2 levels and mTOR activity. Second, they engineered a version of the TSC2 protein that resisted nitric oxide modification, which also prevented the following cellular changes. The study’s relevance was strengthened by clinical samples from children with ASD, including those with SHANK3 mutations (突变) and idiopathic (特发性) autism. These samples showed the same pattern: reduced TSC2 and increased mTOR activity. By identifying this specific nitric oxide-TSC2-mTOR connection, the research provides a clearer biological map for understanding cellular imbalances in autism. It suggests that developing nitric oxide inhibitors could be a promising direction for future research and, eventually, more targeted therapies aimed at restoring normal signaling in the brain. 12. The underlined word “fine-tune” in Paragraph 1 probably means _______. A. adjust B. create C. speed up D. shut down 13. What happens when nitric oxide attaches to TSC2? A. TSC2 helps control cell growth. B. TSC2 strengthens the mTOR system. C. TSC2 gets removed from the cell. D. TSC2 helps neurons communicate better. 14. What can be learned about how the team stopped the chain reaction? A. They used drugs to test on clinical samples. B. They targeted different points in the process. C. They focused on reducing mTOR activity first. D. They changed the TSC2 protein into a new form. 15. What does the research suggest for future autism treatment? A. Replacing TSC2 protein might be an option. B. More studies are needed to confirm the findings. C. The link between molecules needs to be identified. D. New drugs should be developed to fix brain communication. 【答案】12. A 13. C 14. B 15. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍耶路撒冷希伯来大学关于自闭症与大脑分子连锁反应的研究及发现。 【12题详解】 词句猜测题。根据第一段中“In a healthy brain, nitric oxide helps fine-tune communication between neurons. However, the study suggests that in certain cases of autism, rising levels of this molecule can trigger a harmful biochemical process.(在健康的大脑中，一氧化氮有助于fine-tune神经元之间的交流。然而，该研究表明，在某些自闭症病例中，这种分子水平的上升会引发有害的生化过程)”可知，上下文为转折关系，下文提到它不好方面，那么前文应该是好的方面，由此猜测，健康大脑中一氧化氮对神经元交流起积极调节作用，结合选项，fine-tune意为“调整、微调”，与adjust同义。故选A。 【13题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段中“Researchers discovered that nitric oxide can attach to a protective protein called TSC2 through a process known as S-nitrosylation. This modification marks TSC2 for removal from the cell.(研究人员发现，一氧化氮可以通过一种称为S-亚硝基化的过程与一种名为TSC2的保护性蛋白质结合。这种修饰标记TSC2使其从细胞中被移除)”可知，一氧化氮与TSC2结合后，TSC2会被从细胞中移除。故选C。 【14题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段中“The team, led by Prof. Haitham Amal, successfully interrupted this chain reaction in two ways. First, they used drugs to lower nitric oxide production in neurons, which restored normal TSC2 levels and mTOR activity. Second, they engineered a version of the TSC2 protein that resisted nitric oxide modification, which also prevented the following cellular changes.(由Haitham Amal教授领导的团队通过两种方式成功中断了这一连锁反应。首先，他们使用药物降低神经元中一氧化氮的产生，这恢复了正常的TSC2水平和mTOR活性。其次，他们设计了一种抵抗一氧化氮修饰的TSC2蛋白质版本，这也阻止了后续的细胞变化)”可知，研究团队从该过程的不同节点入手，成功中断了连锁反应。故选B。 【15题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段中“It suggests that developing nitric oxide inhibitors could be a promising direction for future research and, eventually, more targeted therapies aimed at restoring normal signaling in the brain.(它表明，开发一氧化氮抑制剂可能是未来研究的一个有前景的方向，并最终成为旨在恢复大脑正常信号传导的更有针对性的疗法)”可知，该研究表明未来自闭症治疗应研发新药物以修复大脑中的信号交流。故选D。 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能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 How to Prepare for College Attending college for the first time is an exciting step in life. ____16____. From improving your skills, like time management and empathy, to challenging yourself with high-level classes and extracurricular activities, you’ll discover numerous ways to ensure you’re mentally and emotionally ready for some of your life’s most unique and exciting years. Therefore, let’s explore some things you can do now to prepare for your adventures. ____17____. Learning how to study properly is crucial. Many students find that high school study methods don’t work in college. So adjusting study habits early prepares you for academic challenges. For example, active studying, like explaining concepts aloud or solving practice problems, ensures deeper understanding. ____18____. And you have to learn to spread your study sessions throughout the semester, avoid distractions by choosing a quiet study space, and reward yourself after completing tasks, etc. Participate in extracurricular activities Universities, colleges, and other learning institutions appreciate seeing extracurricular activities on your application. These experiences may also build important skills needed to succeed in college and beyond. For instance, joining a debate club improves critical thinking, while volunteering builds empathy. ____19____. Improve time management Balancing academics and personal life requires strong time management. ____20____. It can be achieved by using tools like calendars or apps, and setting realistic daily goals. Additionally, break tasks into smaller steps to avoid feeling overwhelmed. A. Meet college requirements B. Develop effective study habits C. Forming study groups also helps D. So, creating a routine can help you stay organized E. You should choose the courses that really interest you F. And being prepared can make it all that more satisfying G. Colleges value students who show passion beyond academics 【答案】16. F 17. B 18. C 19. G 20. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要围绕“如何为上大学做准备”这一主题展开，提供了多个方面的建议，包括培养有效的学习习惯、参与课外活动以及提高时间管理能力等。旨在帮助读者更好地为大学生活做准备。 【16题详解】 根据上文“Attending college for the first time is an exciting step in life.(第一次上大学是人生中令人兴奋的一个阶段。)”提到上大学是令人兴奋的事情；而空后“From improving your skills, like time management and empathy, to challenging yourself with high-level classes and extracurricular activities, you’ll discover numerous ways to ensure you’re mentally and emotionally ready for some of your life’s most unique and exciting years.(从提升诸如时间管理和共情能力等技能，到通过高水平课程和课外活动挑战自我，你会发现有很多方法能让你在精神和情感上为人生中这些独特又令人兴奋的时光做好准备。)”则指出我们需要为上大学做好准备。选项F“And being prepared can make it all that more satisfying(做好准备能让上大学这件事变得更加令人满意。)”承上启下，说明做好准备能让上大学这件事更令人满意，符合语境。故选F。 【17题详解】 空处为本段小标题，为本段主要内容。根据下文“Learning how to study properly is crucial. Many students find that high school study methods don’t work in college. So adjusting study habits early prepares you for academic challenges.(学会正确地学习至关重要。许多学生发现高中的学习方法在大学里并不适用。所以尽早调整学习习惯能让你为应对学业挑战做好准备。)”可知，本段主要讲的是要培养有效的学习习惯。选项B“Develop effective study habits(培养有效的学习习惯)”能够准确概括本段内容。故选B。 【18题详解】 根据上文“For example, active studying, like explaining concepts aloud or solving practice problems, ensures deeper understanding.(例如，主动学习，比如大声解释概念或解决练习题，能确保更深入地理解知识。)”提到了一些有效的学习方法。选项C“Forming study groups also helps(组建学习小组也很有帮助。)”也是一种学习方法，与前文并列，且选项中“also”这个词也表明了它与前文内容的关联性。故选C。 【19题详解】 根据上文“Universities, colleges, and other learning institutions appreciate seeing extracurricular activities on your application. These experiences may also build important skills needed to succeed in college and beyond. For instance, joining a debate club improves critical thinking, while volunteering builds empathy.(大学和其他学习机构乐于在你的申请中看到课外活动的经历。这些经历也能培养你在大学及以后取得成功所需的重要技能。例如，加入辩论俱乐部能提高批判性思维能力，而做志愿活动能培养共情能力。)”可知，上文提到大学以及其他学习机构很重视课外活动。选项G“Colleges value students who show passion beyond academics(大学重视在学术之外表现出热情的学生)”进一步说明了大学对学生参加课外活动的重视，与该段主题相符。故选G。 【20题详解】 根据下文“It can be achieved by using tools like calendars or apps, and setting realistic daily goals.(这可以通过使用日历或应用程序等工具，以及设定现实的每日目标来实现。)”可推测，空处和计划相关。选项D“So, creating a routine can help you stay organized(所以，制定一个日常计划可以帮助你保持条理。)”中的“creating a routine”是时间管理的一种方法，与后文内容相呼应。故选D。 第三部分 英语知识运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节 完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 Twenty years ago, I drove a cab for a living. One night I picked up a ____21____ at 2:30 AM. Upon arriving, many drivers would just honk once, but I had seen too many poor people who ____22____ on taxis. Unless it was ____23____, I always went to the door. The passenger might need help. I knocked. A weak voice ____24____, “Just a minute.” A small woman in her 80s stood there. “Would you carry my bag to the ____25____?” she asked. I helped her into the taxi, explaining that I tried to treat passengers ____26____ I’d want my mother treated. She gave me an address and asked, “Could you ____27____ through downtown?” “It’s not the shortest way,” I answered. “Oh, I’m in no ____28____. I’m going to a hospice.” She was seriously sick. I quietly ____29____ the meter. For two hours, we drove. She ____30____ me her old places. Sometimes she just sat ____31____, staring into the dark. When the sun began to ____32____, we drove to the hospice. “How much do I ____33____ you?” “Nothing,” I hugged her. “You gave an old woman a little moment of ____34____,” she said gratefully. At that moment, I realized that great moments often come in ____35____ things. We don’t have to do something huge to make a difference. 21. A. gift B. call C. message D. fare 22. A. depended B. looked C. waited D. worked 23. A. slow B. cold C. dangerous D. dark 24. A. asked B. ordered C. answered D. whispered 25. A. bus B. car C. desk D. room 26. A. because B. though C. until D. as 27. A. carry B. get C. walk D. drive 28. A. trouble B. hurry C. doubt D. mind 29. A. took off B. turned off C. put off D. got off 30. A. explored B. revisited C. showed D. conducted 31. A. aimlessly B. silently C. wearily D. sadly 32. A. rise B. set C. fall D. shine 33. A. pay B. give C. owe D. leave 34. A. hope B. gratitude C. peace D. joy 35. A. small B. unexpected C. humble D. funny 【答案】21. D 22. A 23. C 24. C 25. B 26. D 27. D 28. B 29. B 30. C 31. B 32. A 33. C 34. D 35. A 【解析】 【导语】文章主要讲述了作者载客时给予老人温暖与陪伴的感人故事，领悟平凡小事亦能造就温暖瞬间。 【21题详解】 考查名词。句意：一天晚上，凌晨两点半我接了一个乘客。A. gift礼物；B. call电话；C. message信息；D. fare乘客。根据上文“I drove a cab for a living”可知，作者开出租车谋生，此处表示接了一个乘客。 【22题详解】 考查动词。句意：很多司机到了地方只会按一下喇叭，但我见过太多依赖出租车出行的穷人。A. depended依赖；B. looked看；C. waited等待；D. worked工作。根据上文“poor people”和下文“on taxis”可知，此处指穷人依靠出租车作为出行工具。 【23题详解】 考查形容词。句意：除非有危险，否则我总是走到门口。A. slow慢的；B. cold冷的；C. dangerous危险的；D. dark黑暗的。根据下文“I always went to the door”结合凌晨深夜的背景可知，此处表示只有遇到危险情况，作者才不会主动上前。 【24题详解】 考查动词。句意：一个微弱的声音回答道：“等一下。”A. asked问；B. ordered命令；C. answered回答，回应；D. whispered低语。根据上文“I knocked”和下文“Just a minute”可知，作者敲门后，屋内老人出声应答。 【25题详解】 考查名词。句意：你能把我的包拿到车上吗？A. bus公交车；B. car汽车；C. desk桌子；D. room房间。根据上文“I drove a cab for a living”及下文“I helped her into the taxi”可知，作者开的是出租车，老人请求把包拿到车上。 【26题详解】 考查连词。句意：我帮她上了出租车，解释说我对待乘客的方式，就像我希望别人对待我母亲那样。A. because因为；B. though尽管；C. until直到；D. as正如，像……一样。根据下文“I’d want my mother treated”可知，此处指按照自己希望母亲被对待的方式去对待乘客。 【27题详解】 考查动词。句意：她给了我一个地址，问道：“你能开车穿过市区吗？”A. carry携带；B. get得到；C. walk走路；D. drive开车。根据上文“I drove a cab”及下文“For two hours, we drove.”可知，作者是出租车司机，此处指开车绕行市区。 【28题详解】 考查名词。句意：哦，我不着急。A. trouble麻烦；B. hurry匆忙；C. doubt怀疑；D. mind介意。根据上文“It’s not the shortest way”和下文“I’m going to a hospice”可知，她要去临终关怀院，她不赶时间，in no hurry意为“不着急、不匆忙”。 【29题详解】 考查动词短语。句意：我悄悄地关掉了计价器。A. took off起飞；B. turned off关闭；C. put off推迟；D. got off下车。根据上文“She was seriously sick.”及下文“Nothing”可知，作者心生同情，主动关掉出租车计费器。 【30题详解】 考查动词。句意：她带我看了她曾经生活过的老地方。A. explored探索；B. revisited重游；C. showed展示；D. conducted进行，引导。根据下文“me her old places”可知，此处指老妇人指给作者看以前生活过的地方，show sb. sth.表示“带某人看某物”。 【31题详解】 考查副词。句意：有时她只是静静地坐着，凝视着黑暗。A. aimlessly无目的地；B. silently沉默地，静静地；C. wearily疲倦地；D. sadly悲伤地。根据下文“staring into the dark”以及她即将去临终关怀院的处境可知，她是沉默地坐着。 【32题详解】 考查动词。句意：当太阳开始升起时，我们开到了临终关怀院。A. rise升起；B. set落下；C. fall落下；D. shine照耀。根据上文“One night I picked up a at 2:30 AM”及“the sun”可知，行程从凌晨开始，此时天色渐亮，太阳升起。 【33题详解】 考查动词。句意：我该付你多少钱？A. pay支付；B. give给；C. owe欠；D. leave离开。根据上文“How much”和下文“Nothing”可知，此处表示乘客问作者该付多少钱，owe sb. money意为“欠某人的钱”，乘客问“我欠你多少钱”，即应付多少车费。pay后面通常直接接钱数或账单。 【34题详解】 考查名词。句意：她感激地说：“你给了一位老太太片刻的快乐。”A. hope希望；B. gratitude感激；C. peace和平；D. joy欢乐。根据下文“great moments”可知，司机暖心陪伴老人重游旧地，给老人带来了美好的时光与快乐。 【35题详解】 考查形容词。句意：在那一刻，我意识到伟大的时刻往往来自小事。A. small小的；B. unexpected意外的；C. humble谦逊的；D. funny有趣的。根据下文“We don’t have to do something huge to make a difference”可知，不必做惊天大事也能产生意义，伟大时刻常在小事中。 第二节 语法填空（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。 Under titles such as #BecomingChinese, what is customary in Shanghai or Chengdu is being presented as an ideal lifestyle abroad — from Brooklyn to London to Berlin. This phenomenon represents a global, digital experiment in living according to the principles of yangsheng — ____36____ ancient Chinese art of “nourishing (滋养) life”. This cultural wave comes from digital creators like Emma Peng, ____37____ role is to serve as cultural translators. Peng, ____38____ (raise) in China before moving to the United States, also explains traditional Chinese ____39____ (practice) on her social media accounts, translating them into the modern language of wellness. ____40____ others explaining traditional concepts like qi or yin and yang, Emma Peng spares no effort ____41____ (express) long-standing Chinese customs in the modern language of Western wellness, using terms like “detox”, “lower cortisol” and “heal your gut”. The content has been well accepted by global audiences. Comments under their videos often mirror people’s curiosity and ____42____ (appreciate), with users from different countries sharing how they have ____43____ (successful) integrated these habits into their own wellness routines, like drinking warm water, ____44____ (use) facial massage (按摩) tools or prioritizing certain foods. Some shared: “I’ve been Chinese for a week and now I love rice porridge for breakfast.” “I’ve never been so regular since finding out I’m Chinese.” “My mom’s stomachache has eased up since she ____45____ (start) drinking warm water. This change is gold.” 【答案】36. the 37. whose 38. raised 39. practices 40. Unlike 41. to express 42. appreciation 43. successfully 44. using 45. started 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了在海外社交平台上兴起的“中国式养生”文化热潮，讲述了文化传播者如何用西方健康理念解读中国传统养生方式，并受到全球网友广泛认可与实践。 【36题详解】 考查冠词。句意：这一现象代表了一场全球性的数字实验，即按照养生——一种古老的“滋养生命”的中国艺术的原则生活。根据句意可知，此处表示特指，指一种古老的中国艺术，应用定冠词the。故填the。 【37题详解】 考查定语从句。句意：这一文化浪潮源于像Emma Peng这样的数字创作者，他们的角色是充当文化翻译者。空处引导非限制性定语从句，先行词Emma Peng，指人，关系词在定语从句中作定语，修饰名词role，所以用关系代词whose引导。故填whose。 【38题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：Peng在中国长大，后来搬到美国，她还在自己的社交媒体账号上解释中国传统做法，用现代健康语言翻译它们。本句已有谓语动词explains，所以raise应用非谓语动词形式，和逻辑主语Peng之间是被动关系，应用过去分词表被动。故填raised。 【39题详解】 考查名词。句意：Peng在中国长大，后来搬到美国，她还在自己的社交媒体账号上解释中国传统做法，用现代健康语言翻译它们。practice表示“做法”时，是可数名词，此处表示泛指，且没有冠词限定，需用名词复数形式。故填practices。 【40题详解】 考查介词。句意：不像其他人解释“气”或“阴阳”等传统概念，Emma Peng不遗余力地用西方健康的现代语言来表达长期存在的中国习俗，使用“排毒”、“降低皮质醇”和“治愈肠道”等术语。根据句意可知，Emma Peng和其他人解释传统概念的方式不同，所以空处需用介词unlike，表示“不像”，位于句首，首字母需大写。故填Unlike。 【41题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：不像其他人解释“气”或“阴阳”等传统概念，Emma Peng不遗余力地用西方健康的现代语言来表达长期存在的中国习俗，使用“排毒”、“降低皮质醇”和“治愈肠道”等术语。spare no effort to do sth.为固定短语，意为“不遗余力地做某事”，所以空处需用动词不定式。故填to express。 【42题详解】 考查名词。句意：他们视频下的评论往往反映出人们的好奇和欣赏，来自不同国家的用户分享他们如何成功地将这些习惯融入自己的健康习惯中，比如喝温水、使用面部按摩工具或优先选择某些食物。空处和curiosity并列，作mirror的宾语，需用名词形式，appreciation意为“欣赏”，是不可数名词。故填appreciation。 【43题详解】 考查副词。句意：他们视频下的评论往往反映出人们的好奇和欣赏，来自不同国家的用户分享他们如何成功地将这些习惯融入自己的健康习惯中，比如喝温水、使用面部按摩工具或优先选择某些食物。空处修饰动词integrated，需用副词形式作状语。故填successfully。 【44题详解】 考查动名词。句意：他们视频下的评论往往反映出人们的好奇和欣赏，来自不同国家的用户分享他们如何成功地将这些习惯融入自己的健康习惯中，比如喝温水、使用面部按摩工具或优先选择某些食物。设空处接在介词like后作宾语，应用动名词。故填using。 【45题详解】 考查动词时态。句意：自从她开始喝温水以来，我妈妈的胃痛已经减轻了。空处为从句的谓语，since引导时间状语从句，主句用现在完成时，从句应用一般过去时。故填started。 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 假定你是校学生会主席李华，你校将举办“科技节”活动，请给外教Richard写邮件邀请他发表主题演讲，内容包括： 1.活动介绍； 2.演讲的时间和主题。 注意： 1.写作词数应为80个左右； 2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Dear Richard, I am Li Hua, president of the Student Union. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours sincerely, Li Hua 【答案】Dear Richard, I am Li Hua, president of the Student Union. Our school will hold a two-day Science and Technology Festival on October 16th and 17th. It is designed to inspire students’ interest in cutting-edge modern technology. We sincerely hope you can come to give us a themed speech during this festival. The speech will be arranged at 9:00 a.m. on October 16th in the school lecture hall, and the topic we expect is “Cutting-edge Technology Around Us”. We are all really looking forward to hearing your unique and interesting views on this topic. Could you please let me know whether it is convenient for you to come? Yours sincerely, Li Hua 【解析】 【导语】题目要求考生以校学生会主席李华的身份，给外教Richard写邮件邀请他在“科技节”活动中发表主题演讲，并包含活动介绍及演讲的时间和主题。 【详解】1. 词汇积累 安排：arrange → schedule 期待：expect → anticipate 独特的：unique → distinctive 观点：view → perspective 2. 句式拓展 合并句子 原句：Our school will hold a two-day Science and Technology Festival on October 16th and 17th. It is designed to inspire students’ interest in cutting-edge modern technology. 拓展句：Our school will hold a two-day Science and Technology Festival on October 16th and 17th, which is designed to inspire students’ interest in cutting-edge modern technology. 【点睛】【高分句型1】The speech will be arranged at 9:00 a.m. on October 16th in the school lecture hall, and the topic we expect is “Cutting-edge Technology Around Us”. (运用了省略关系代词that/which的定语从句，修饰the topic) 【高分句型2】Could you please let me know whether it is convenient for you to come? (运用了whether引导的宾语从句) 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。 In early autumn I applied only to Cornell University, my father’s alma mater (母校). For him, it was a place of faded glory — a name he rarely mentioned but never forgot. For me, it became a quiet obsession. Late at night, I would study his old campus photo, imagining myself walking those paths. One evening, my mother found me holding it. Without a word, she tore it in half. “We can’t afford it,” she said, holding the pieces like broken promises. “The bank refused a loan last week.” “I’d never ask you for money,” I replied, my voice steady despite the ache in my chest. She looked at me with something between sorrow and admiration. “I want you to fly,” she whispered. “But we have no wings to give. I just fear you living in a shadow.” To support my dream, my parents made a desperate move. Father borrowed money from his rich cousins to start a small jewellery shop. He worked late into the night, polishing rings he could never afford to give my mother. His chief customers were his old college friends. To get new customers, Mother had to help. She picked up a long-forgotten membership in the local league of women so that she could get to know more people. Their struggle was quiet but immense — a slow wearing away of pride for my sake. I watched them, my heart aching with a mix of love and rebellion. I would not let their sacrifices be in vain, nor would I repeat their life of quiet limitation. I was torn between lifting their burden and breaking free from it. But that tension became my fuel. After months of hard work — long nights, early mornings, endless practice tests — I received the news: a full scholarship to Cornell. 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。 I laid the scholarship letter on the kitchen table between mother and father. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Lying on Cornell’s vast lawn, I looked at the torn photo, now carefully taped together. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】 I laid the scholarship letter on the kitchen table between mother and father. They froze mid-motion, pausing their work of polishing a silver necklace held for a customer. Father slowly pulled off his work-stained gloves and unfolded the letter, his hands trembling slightly. Mother clutched her apron, her eyes filling with tears before she could even read the words. When she finally broke into a wide, wobbly smile, she pulled the taped-together photo from her pocket — she admitted that she had fixed it the day after she tore it. Lying on Cornell’s vast lawn, I looked at the torn photo, now carefully taped together. Next to my father’s young, grinning figure, I taped a new photo of myself, standing on the same spot. The faint crease through the paper did not feel like a break anymore; it felt like a bridge between my father’s faded dream and my new reality. I did not escape a shadow to get here — I carried the love of two people who had given up their pride to give me wings, and that was the greatest gift I could ever hold. 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，主要讲述作者一心想考入父亲母校康奈尔大学，家境贫寒父母默默付出，作者发奋努力终获全额奖学金圆梦的故事。 【详解】1.段落续写： ①由第一段首句可知，第一段可描写父母看到录取奖学金信时的震惊、感动以及母亲早已悄悄修补好旧照片。 ②由第二段首句可知，第二段可描写作者身处康奈尔校园，看着修补的照片感悟父母付出与梦想传承。 2.续写线索：父母看到信件——父亲颤抖双手打开信件——母亲激动落泪——母亲拿出粘好的照片——躺在草坪上——看着粘好的照片——感悟父母的牺牲与爱——梦想与家庭情感紧密相连 3.词汇激活 行为类 ①脱掉：pull off/take off/remove ②展开：unfold/open/spread out 情绪类 ①眼含泪水：eyes filling with tears/tears welling up in her eyes/her eyes brimming with tears ②哽咽的微笑：wobbly smile/unsteady smile /tearful smile 【点睛】【高分句型1】When she finally broke into a wide, wobbly smile, she pulled the taped-together photo from her pocket — she admitted that she had fixed it the day after she tore it. (运用了when引导的时间状语从句、that引导的宾语从句和after引导的时间状语从句) 【高分句型2】I did not escape a shadow to get here — I carried the love of two people who had given up their pride to give me wings, and that was the greatest gift I could ever hold. (运用了who引导的定语从句和省略关系代词that/which的定语从句) 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 2026届普通高中毕业班第二次模拟测试 英 语 （考试时间：120分钟 满分：150分） 注意事项： 1．答题前，考生先将自己的姓名、学校、班级和准考证号码填写清楚，将条形码准确粘贴在考生信息条形码粘贴区。 2．选择题必须使用2B铅笔填涂；非选择题必须使用0.5毫米黑色字迹的签字笔书写，字体工整、笔迹清楚。 3．请按照题号顺序在答题卡各题目的答题区域内作答，超出答题区域书写的答案无效；在草稿纸、试卷上答题无效。 4．作图可先使用铅笔画出，确定后必须用黑色字迹的签字笔描黑。 5．保持卡面清洁，不要折叠，不要弄破、弄皱，不准使用涂改液、修正带、刮纸刀。 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段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话读两遍。 例：How much is the shirt? A. £19.15. B. £9.18. C. £9. 15. 答案是C。 1. Who failed to attend the charity concert? A. Mandy. B. Mary. C. Athena. 2. What will Sara do tonight? A. Go jogging. B. See a film. C. Exercise at the gym. 3. Why was Tom absent from the party? A. He didn’t get the invitation. B. He was worried about his friend. C. He was involved in a car accident. 4. What does the man suggest Karen do? A. See a doctor. B. Try a new project. C. Take good care of herself. 5. What are the speakers talking about? A. The effect of online learning. B. Preparations for going abroad. C. Ways to learn a foreign language. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1. 5分，满分22. 5分） 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6. What is the relationship between the speakers? A. Mother and son. B. Husband and wife. C. Teacher and student. 7. Where does the man suggest going? A. The cinema. B. The circus. C. The amusement park. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. How did the interviewers feel after reading Mark’s job history? A. Satisfied. B. Embarrassed. C. Disappointed. 9. What seems to be Mark’s weakness? A. Having little work experience. B. Being poor at speaking in public. C. Lacking confidence in the interview. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10. Why does Janet take yoga classes? A. To kill time. B. To lose weight. C. To reduce stress. 11. What makes the man relaxed? A. Taking a walk. B. Listening to music. C. Playing basketball. 12. What do we know about the man? A. He needs more exercise. B. He has decided to do yoga. C. He is under a lot of pressure. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。 13. How did the woman get those suggestions? A. From a meeting. B. From some emails. C. From the suggestion box. 14. When will the morning tea break be? A. At 10:00. B. At 10:30. C. At 11:00. 15. What is the problem with the printer? A. It is noisy. B. It has no cover. C. It doesn’t work well. 16. What is Jerry’s attitude toward flexible working hours? A. Supportive. B. Disapproving. C. Casual. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. How long did UR’s annual Holiday Shopping Fair run? A. 4 hours. B. 6 hours. C. 10 hours. 18. How did the speaker feel when seeing the coins? A. Surprised. B. Touched. C. Worried. 19. What was Megan’s previous job? A. An artist. B. A store owner. C. A kindergarten teacher. 20. What did the speaker think great about ShopEmilyEvelyne? A. The expansion of its offerings. B. The low prices of the products. C. The latest clothing items. 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 Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital, is famous for its lively summer festival and moody gothic architecture — but a short break here offers plenty more besides. This walkable city packs unforgettable experiences into a single day, from literary trails to fine dining and historic pubs. 8 a.m.: Explore the old town Craft your own literary trail starting in the Grassmarket. Climb the Miss Jean Brodie Steps to view Edinburgh Castle framed by narrow lanes, and then wander into Greyfriars Kirkyard, a 17th-century cemetery. Sharp-eyed Harry Potter fans will spot familiar names on gravestones, including ones that inspired You-Know-Who. 11 a.m.: Dive into the past Across from the cemetery is the National Museum of Scotland, whose galleries cover time and continents with a focus on Scottish history and culture. Don’t miss Alexander Graham Bell’s original telephone and a Trainspotting screenplay signed by Ewan McGregor. For a different experience, visit Surgeons’ Hall, which showcases Edinburgh’s medical history. 2 p.m.: Head for the river After morning culture, take a short tram from Princes Street to Leith, which holds a quarter of Scotland’s Michelin-starred restaurants, including Tom Kitchin’s The Kitchin. Its lunch menu features seasonal Scottish fare, such as the lobster from just three bus stops down the coast, which tastes all the better for it. Little wonder Welsh himself is a regular. 7 p.m.: Drink up No Edinburgh day is complete without a pub stop, and the New Town has great options. Sherlock Holmes fans should seek out The Conan Doyle, a historic pub near the author’s birthplace. Step inside and enjoy a refreshing local ale or whisky to wind down after a busy day of exploration. 1. Which place will fantasy fiction lovers want to visit? A. Princes Street. B. Surgeons’ Hall. C. Greyfriars Kirkyard. D. The New Town. 2. Why is Welsh a regular at the Kitchin? A. It offers fresh lobster. B. It serves tasty seasonal local food. C. It is within walking distance. D. It is a Michelin-starred restaurant. 3. What is the author’s purpose in writing the text? A. To share personal travel experiences. B. To compare Edinburgh’s tourist attractions. C. To recommend a one-day trip to Edinburgh. D. To advertise Edinburgh’s festival and architecture. B I’m Kate. Like many people in the UK, I grew up with a very narrow understanding of health. If I felt anxious or tired, I just kept going. If I had a headache, I took painkillers. There was very little thought given to why symptoms appeared or how to live in a way that might prevent them from happening. It wasn’t until my early thirties, while working in a high-stress advertising job, that everything caught up with me. I was completely burnt out. One of the most alarming symptoms I was experiencing at the time was unusual heartbeats — loud uneven throbs (跳动) that shook my chest every few minutes. I went to the hospital and was told doctors could do nothing, except to keep an eye on it in case it caused problems later in life. There was no mention of emotional tension. No questions about how I was dealing with stress. That was the moment I turned to acupuncture (针灸). I didn’t know much about it, but something about it felt right. And that first treatment marked the beginning of a deep and lasting change. Through acupuncture treatments, I found a kind of calm I hadn’t experienced in years. My mind cleared, my body felt stronger, and those frightening heartbeats became less and less noticeable. I had discovered a whole new way of seeing health and life. That experience sparked my interest. I began reading everything I could about acupuncture: not just the practical benefits, but the basic philosophy. I discovered that Chinese medicine is more of a way of understanding ourselves and the world. It teaches that our health isn’t something to hand over to someone else to fix. It’s something to respect and tend to every day, through our food, our emotional lives, our ability to respond to stress, and our relationship with nature and the seasons. 4. How did Kate treat health issues early on? A. Ignoring the root causes. B. Taking painkillers regularly. C. Stopping work when feeling tired. D. Keeping a healthy lifestyle. 5. What made Kate turn to acupuncture? A. Her heartbeats becoming more frequent. B. Doctors’ advice to keep an eye on it. C. Her high-stress advertising job. D. Doctors’ failure to address her stress. 6. What happened to Kate after her first acupuncture? A. She lost trust in doctors. B. She loved reading acupuncture books. C. She experienced inner peace. D. Her heartbeats returned to normal. 7. What does Kate think of Chinese medicine? A. It tries to reveal mental factors. B. It offers a new way to understand life. C. It works better than Western medicine. D. It requires daily food control. C Educators and business leaders share common goals. Teachers want to prepare students for a successful future. Tech companies need a workforce with STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) skills. Play may be the answer to their cooperation. STEM skills are enhanced when combined with traditional, hands-on creative activities. That’s why tech companies are partnering with educators to bring back old-fashioned play. Many experts argue that the most important 21st-century skills are creativity, problem-finding and problem-solving, teamwork, optimism, patience and the ability to experiment and take risks. These are skills acquired when kids tinker (小修理，捣鼓). NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory found that their best problem solvers were master tinkerers in their youth. Research shows that given 15 minutes of free play, four-and five-year-olds will spend a third of this time engaged in spatial and mathematical activities. This type of play, especially with building blocks, helps children discover key principles in math and geometry. If play is critical to skill development, that’s good news for two reasons. First, children are born builders, so fostering these skills may be as simple as giving them room to play and tinker. Second, it doesn’t take advanced technology to do this, which is especially important for under-resourced schools. Anyone, anywhere, can do it. 8. Why do technology companies support traditional play in education? A. To follow NASA’s example in training. B. To prepare future tech workforce. C. To better develop STEM skills. D. To combine STEM with hands-on activities. 9. What are the benefits of children tinkering with things? A. Using modern technology. B. Mastering math and geometry. C. Gaining all-round STEM expertise. D. Developing creativity and related skills. 10. What can educators learn from the last paragraph? A. Children’s age plays a role in skill formation. B. Resources are important for children’s development. C. Children should be given space to experiment freely. D. Children’s natural talents make skill development easy. 11. Which is the most suitable title for the text? A. Play: A Key to Developing Future Skills B. Tech Companies: Investing in Future Talent C. Tinkering: A Path to Becoming Problem Solvers D. STEM Education: The Key to Children’s Future Success D A new study from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem has uncovered a specific molecular chain reaction in the brain that may contribute to some forms of autism (自闭症) spectrum disorder (ASD). The research, published in Molecular Psychiatry, focuses on the common chemical messenger nitric oxide (一氧化氮). In a healthy brain, nitric oxide helps fine-tune communication between neurons. However, the study suggests that in certain cases of autism, rising levels of this molecule can trigger a harmful biochemical process. Researchers discovered that nitric oxide can attach to a protective protein called TSC2 through a process known as S-nitrosylation. This modification marks TSC2 for removal from the cell. Normally, TSC2 acts as a critical brake on a major cellular control system called mTOR, which manages cell growth and protein production. When TSC2 levels drop due to this modification, its braking effect weakens. Consequently, mTOR activity surges beyond normal levels, potentially disrupting how neurons function and communicate. The team, led by Prof. Haitham Amal, successfully interrupted this chain reaction in two ways. First, they used drugs to lower nitric oxide production in neurons, which restored normal TSC2 levels and mTOR activity. Second, they engineered a version of the TSC2 protein that resisted nitric oxide modification, which also prevented the following cellular changes. The study’s relevance was strengthened by clinical samples from children with ASD, including those with SHANK3 mutations (突变) and idiopathic (特发性) autism. These samples showed the same pattern: reduced TSC2 and increased mTOR activity. By identifying this specific nitric oxide-TSC2-mTOR connection, the research provides a clearer biological map for understanding cellular imbalances in autism. It suggests that developing nitric oxide inhibitors could be a promising direction for future research and, eventually, more targeted therapies aimed at restoring normal signaling in the brain. 12. The underlined word “fine-tune” in Paragraph 1 probably means _______. A. adjust B. create C. speed up D. shut down 13. What happens when nitric oxide attaches to TSC2? A. TSC2 helps control cell growth. B. TSC2 strengthens the mTOR system. C. TSC2 gets removed from the cell. D. TSC2 helps neurons communicate better. 14. What can be learned about how the team stopped the chain reaction? A. They used drugs to test on clinical samples. B. They targeted different points in the process. C. They focused on reducing mTOR activity first. D. They changed the TSC2 protein into a new form. 15. What does the research suggest for future autism treatment? A. Replacing TSC2 protein might be an option. B. More studies are needed to confirm the findings. C. The link between molecules needs to be identified. D. New drugs should be developed to fix brain communication. 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能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 How to Prepare for College Attending college for the first time is an exciting step in life. ____16____. From improving your skills, like time management and empathy, to challenging yourself with high-level classes and extracurricular activities, you’ll discover numerous ways to ensure you’re mentally and emotionally ready for some of your life’s most unique and exciting years. Therefore, let’s explore some things you can do now to prepare for your adventures. ____17____. Learning how to study properly is crucial. Many students find that high school study methods don’t work in college. So adjusting study habits early prepares you for academic challenges. For example, active studying, like explaining concepts aloud or solving practice problems, ensures deeper understanding. ____18____. And you have to learn to spread your study sessions throughout the semester, avoid distractions by choosing a quiet study space, and reward yourself after completing tasks, etc. Participate in extracurricular activities Universities, colleges, and other learning institutions appreciate seeing extracurricular activities on your application. These experiences may also build important skills needed to succeed in college and beyond. For instance, joining a debate club improves critical thinking, while volunteering builds empathy. ____19____. Improve time management Balancing academics and personal life requires strong time management. ____20____. It can be achieved by using tools like calendars or apps, and setting realistic daily goals. Additionally, break tasks into smaller steps to avoid feeling overwhelmed. A. Meet college requirements B. Develop effective study habits C. Forming study groups also helps D. So, creating a routine can help you stay organized E. You should choose the courses that really interest you F. And being prepared can make it all that more satisfying G. Colleges value students who show passion beyond academics 第三部分 英语知识运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节 完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 Twenty years ago, I drove a cab for a living. One night I picked up a ____21____ at 2:30 AM. Upon arriving, many drivers would just honk once, but I had seen too many poor people who ____22____ on taxis. Unless it was ____23____, I always went to the door. The passenger might need help. I knocked. A weak voice ____24____, “Just a minute.” A small woman in her 80s stood there. “Would you carry my bag to the ____25____?” she asked. I helped her into the taxi, explaining that I tried to treat passengers ____26____ I’d want my mother treated. She gave me an address and asked, “Could you ____27____ through downtown?” “It’s not the shortest way,” I answered. “Oh, I’m in no ____28____. I’m going to a hospice.” She was seriously sick. I quietly ____29____ the meter. For two hours, we drove. She ____30____ me her old places. Sometimes she just sat ____31____, staring into the dark. When the sun began to ____32____, we drove to the hospice. “How much do I ____33____ you?” “Nothing,” I hugged her. “You gave an old woman a little moment of ____34____,” she said gratefully. At that moment, I realized that great moments often come in ____35____ things. We don’t have to do something huge to make a difference. 21. A. gift B. call C. message D. fare 22. A. depended B. looked C. waited D. worked 23. A. slow B. cold C. dangerous D. dark 24. A. asked B. ordered C. answered D. whispered 25. A. bus B. car C. desk D. room 26. A. because B. though C. until D. as 27. A. carry B. get C. walk D. drive 28. A. trouble B. hurry C. doubt D. mind 29. A. took off B. turned off C. put off D. got off 30. A. explored B. revisited C. showed D. conducted 31. A. aimlessly B. silently C. wearily D. sadly 32. A. rise B. set C. fall D. shine 33. A. pay B. give C. owe D. leave 34. A. hope B. gratitude C. peace D. joy 35. A. small B. unexpected C. humble D. funny 第二节 语法填空（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。 Under titles such as #BecomingChinese, what is customary in Shanghai or Chengdu is being presented as an ideal lifestyle abroad — from Brooklyn to London to Berlin. This phenomenon represents a global, digital experiment in living according to the principles of yangsheng — ____36____ ancient Chinese art of “nourishing (滋养) life”. This cultural wave comes from digital creators like Emma Peng, ____37____ role is to serve as cultural translators. Peng, ____38____ (raise) in China before moving to the United States, also explains traditional Chinese ____39____ (practice) on her social media accounts, translating them into the modern language of wellness. ____40____ others explaining traditional concepts like qi or yin and yang, Emma Peng spares no effort ____41____ (express) long-standing Chinese customs in the modern language of Western wellness, using terms like “detox”, “lower cortisol” and “heal your gut”. The content has been well accepted by global audiences. Comments under their videos often mirror people’s curiosity and ____42____ (appreciate), with users from different countries sharing how they have ____43____ (successful) integrated these habits into their own wellness routines, like drinking warm water, ____44____ (use) facial massage (按摩) tools or prioritizing certain foods. Some shared: “I’ve been Chinese for a week and now I love rice porridge for breakfast.” “I’ve never been so regular since finding out I’m Chinese.” “My mom’s stomachache has eased up since she ____45____ (start) drinking warm water. This change is gold.” 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 假定你是校学生会主席李华，你校将举办“科技节”活动，请给外教Richard写邮件邀请他发表主题演讲，内容包括： 1.活动介绍； 2.演讲的时间和主题。 注意： 1.写作词数应为80个左右； 2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Dear Richard, I am Li Hua, president of the Student Union. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours sincerely, 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。 In early autumn I applied only to Cornell University, my father’s alma mater (母校). For him, it was a place of faded glory — a name he rarely mentioned but never forgot. For me, it became a quiet obsession. Late at night, I would study his old campus photo, imagining myself walking those paths. One evening, my mother found me holding it. Without a word, she tore it in half. “We can’t afford it,” she said, holding the pieces like broken promises. “The bank refused a loan last week.” “I’d never ask you for money,” I replied, my voice steady despite the ache in my chest. She looked at me with something between sorrow and admiration. “I want you to fly,” she whispered. “But we have no wings to give. I just fear you living in a shadow.” To support my dream, my parents made a desperate move. Father borrowed money from his rich cousins to start a small jewellery shop. He worked late into the night, polishing rings he could never afford to give my mother. His chief customers were his old college friends. To get new customers, Mother had to help. She picked up a long-forgotten membership in the local league of women so that she could get to know more people. Their struggle was quiet but immense — a slow wearing away of pride for my sake. I watched them, my heart aching with a mix of love and rebellion. I would not let their sacrifices be in vain, nor would I repeat their life of quiet limitation. I was torn between lifting their burden and breaking free from it. But that tension became my fuel. After months of hard work — long nights, early mornings, endless practice tests — I received the news: a full scholarship to Cornell. 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。 I laid the scholarship letter on the kitchen table between mother and father. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Lying on Cornell’s vast lawn, I looked at the torn photo, now carefully taped together. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $