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湘钢一中2026年高一年级下学期期中考试英语试卷 时量120分钟 满分150分 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 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。每段对话仅读一遍。 1. Who is the man probably? A. A school librarian. B. A club owner. C. A science teacher. 2. What are the speakers talking about? A. A space mission. B. A math problem. C. An inspiring movie. 3. How much does each adult finally pay? A. $9. B. $10. C. $11. 4. What does Lily advise Mike to do? A. Study harder. B. Relax for a bit. C. Walk with her. 5. What is Grace worried about? A. The difficult lines. B. Her lack of practice. C. The intense competition. 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。 听下面一段对话，回答第6、7小题。 6. Why did the woman call? A. The food arrived late. B. The order was incorrect. C. The delivery was canceled. 7. What does the man offer to the woman? A. A free drink. B. A free burger. C. A free sandwich. 听第7段录音，回答第8至10题。 8. What is "Green Vessel"? A. An art contest. B. An eco-boat race. C. A recycling campaign. 9. Why did Maplewood School win? A. Their boat was the fastest. B. Their materials were strong. C. Their design was creative. 10. What happened to the boat of the speakers' school? A. It broke in he middle. B. It failed to make quick turns. C. It used unsteady boards. 听第8段录音，回答第11至13题。 11. What is the main use of AI in Mr. Clark's class? A. Giving personal feedback. B. Grading homework and tests. C. Posing discussion questions. 12. How do most students like the AI tool? A. It makes history easier. B. It helps deeper thinking. C. It is unnecessary in class. 13. What is Mr. Clark's attitude towards AI in teaching? A. Objective. B. Worried. C. Enthusiastic. 听第9段录音，回答第14至17题。 14. What problem with candles does Sophia mention? A. They scare the cat. B. They carry a safety risk. C. They don't match the table. 15. Why does Sophia propose buying some pie? A. To save time. B. To satisfy guests. C. To diversify desserts. 16. What will Sophia make by herself? A. Salad. B. Snacks. C. Bread. 17. What is the relationship between the speakers? A. Friends. B. Brother and sister. C. Husband and wife. 听第10段录音，回答第18至20题。 18. When did the earthquake occur? A. On Monday night. B. On Monday morning. C. On Tuesday morning. 19. How many people did the earthquake impact? A. Around 2,700. B. Around 30,000. C. Around 90,000. 20. What were the public advised to do for at least a week? A. Remain on high alert. B. Stay at home safely. C. Store fresh food. 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 Singapore boasts colourful music festivals. A visit to the city during any of these festivals would be the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the Singaporean vibrancy. Ultra Singapore Music Festival is celebrated for its unique performance stage designs. It is a two-day musical feast, appealing to thousands of electronic music addicts. Regular line-ups include top chartbasters Martin Garrix, Josh Wink, Skrillex, and many other international singers and musicians. Location: Marina Bay AIA Glow Music Festival is another memorable musical festival of Singapore, hosting yoga courses as a significant part. Visitors may enjoy a healthy atmosphere with calming music. The festival also prepares the 5K Charity Fun Run for visitors, through which runners win the “I Ran with My Heart” medal. Location: Sentosa Island Songkran Music Festival stands as Singapore’s unique water music festival, held annually to celebrate the Thai New Year. Participants involve themselves in a lively atmosphere, dancing actively while being playfully splashed with water — a core part of the tradition. Alongside the lively beats the festival offers food trucks and local beers, creating a fun party atmosphere. Location: Wild Wild Wet Water Park Sundown Music Festival is a three-day music festival with over fifty artists showcasing different music genres. Some of the famed international artists are DJ Soda, Charlie Lim, and Sam Ru. The festival also offers a variety of dishes to feast on. It is regarded as a dynamic celebration that aims to create unforgettable nights. Location: Siloso Beach 1. Where can visitors enjoy fitness classes alongside music? A. Marina Bay. B. Sentosa Island. C. Wild Wild Wet Water Park. D. Siloso Beach. 2. What do Songkran Music Festival and Sundown Music Festival have in common? A. Water activities. B. Foreign culture. C. Food offerings. D. Electronic music. 3. What is the main purpose of the passage? A. To compare different music festivals. B. To promote the music festivals in Singapore. C. To persuade readers to attend electronic music events. D. To discuss the trend of international artist cooperation. 【答案】1. B 2. C 3. B 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。本文介绍了新加坡的四个特色音乐节。文章详细描述了每个音乐节的特色、活动地点以及部分参与的知名艺人，旨在向读者展示新加坡丰富多彩的音乐文化，并可能具有推广这些音乐节的目的。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据AIA Glow Music Festival部分中“AIA Glow Music Festival is another memorable musical festival of Singapore, hosting yoga courses as a significant part. Visitors may enjoy a healthy atmosphere with calming music. (AIA光芒音乐节是新加坡另一个令人难忘的音乐节，它主办瑜伽课程作为重要的一部分。游客们可以在舒缓的音乐中享受健康的气氛)”结合 Location: Sentosa Island可知，在Sentosa Island的AIA Glow Music Festival上，游客们可以一边享受音乐，一边参加健身课程。故选B。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。根据Songkran Music Festival部分中“Alongside the lively beats. the festival offers food trucks and local beers, creating a fun party atmosphere.(伴随着欢快的节奏，这场节日活动还设有美食车和当地啤酒供应，营造出了一个热闹的派对氛围)”；以及Sundown Music Festival部分中“The festival also offers a variety of dishes to feast on. (这个节日还提供了多种美食供人享用)”可知，两个音乐节都提供了美食给游客。故选C。 【3题详解】 推理判断题。通读全文，文章主要介绍了新加坡的四个音乐节，包括它们的特色、举办地点等信息。根据文章第一段的“Singapore boasts colourful music festivals. A visit to the city during any of these festivals would be the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the Singaporean vibrancy. (新加坡拥有丰富多彩的音乐节。在这些节日中的任何时候访问这座城市，都是让自己沉浸在新加坡活力的绝佳机会)”可知，文章的主要目的是推广新加坡的音乐节。故选B。 B A strong 7.9 earthquake hit central Myanmar on March 28,2025, causing major damage in the area. The earthquake was centered near Mandalay, the country’s second-largest city. The number of death has reached 2,719, with 4,521 people injured and many more still missing. The disaster unfolded in two phases: the first earthquake destroyed buildings, roads, and bridges, while aftershocks continued to cause problems. The earthquake happened along the Sagaing Fault, where the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates meet. Over many years, pressure built up between the plates and finally caused this earthquake. However, Myanmar’s old buildings, especially traditional ones made of wood and mud, were not strong enough to withstand the earthquake, which made the situation even worse. Countries around the world quickly sent help. China was one of the first to respond, sending rescue teams with medical supplies, shelter materials, and special equipment to find survivors. India, Russia, and Singapore also sent aid. The United Nations helped organize the aid efforts, showing that the world is united in helping Myanmar. However, rescuers faced many challenges. Roads and bridges were destroyed, making it hard to get aid to remote villages. There were also power cuts and communication problems. Bad weather made things worse, as rain could cause floods and spread diseases. Additionally, ongoing conflicts in northern Myanmar made it hard to get supplies to the affected areas, and hospitals in Mandalay were crowded with patients. Despite the difficulties, there were also stories of hope. Local volunteers worked hard to rescue people trapped in the rubble. In Mandalay, a pregnant woman was rescued after being trapped for 50 hours. Farmers and students also adapted quickly, planting crops in temporary fields and attending classes in tents. The earthquake showed Myanmar’ s weaknesses, but it also showed the strength of the people and the world’s support. As aftershocks continue, Myanmar’ s people are determined to rebuild their lives and hope for a better future. 4. What do we know about the earthquake on March 28,2025? A. It is the strongest earthquake in history. B. It caused minor damage to the old buildings. C. The main quake destroyed many constructions. D. Pressure built up between the plates in aftershocks. 5. Which of the following is NOT a reason for the difficulties in rescue efforts? A. Affected areas. B. Power failures. C. Inaccessible roads. D. Communication problems. 6. Why does the author mention the story of a pregnant woman in the last paragraph? A. To compare victims from different jobs. B. To show the theme of hope and recovery. C. To explain the difficulty of rescue efforts. D. To give an example of the earthquake’s impact. 7. What’s the author’s tone in writing the article? A. Concerned. B. Doubtful. C. Critical. D. Objective. 【答案】4. C 5. A 6. B 7. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是篇新闻报道。文章讲述了2025年3月缅甸中部发生的7.9级地震对当地造成的破坏，以及当地人民和世界各国采取的救援行动。 【4题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段“The disaster unfolded in two phases: the first earthquake destroyed buildings, roads, and bridges, while aftershocks continued to cause problems.(这场灾难分两个阶段展开：第一次地震摧毁了建筑物、道路和桥梁，而余震继续造成问题。)”可知，这次地震中的主要地震摧毁了许多建筑物。故选C项。 【5题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段“Roads and bridges were destroyed, making it hard to get aid to remote villages. There were also power cuts and communication problems. Bad weather made things worse, as rain could cause floods and spread diseases. Additionally, ongoing conflicts in northern Myanmar made it hard to get supplies to the affected areas, and hospitals in Mandalay were crowded with patients.(道路和桥梁被毁，使得偏远村庄难以获得援助。还有停电和通讯问题。恶劣的天气使事情变得更糟，因为下雨会引起洪水和传播疾病。此外，缅甸北部持续不断的冲突使物资难以运往受影响地区，曼德勒的医院挤满了病人。)”可知，停电问题、通讯问题以及道路不通都是造成救援困难的原因，而受灾地区不是原因。故选A项。 【6题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段“Despite the difficulties, there were also stories of hope.(尽管困难重重，但也有充满希望的故事。)”和“The earthquake showed Myanmar’ s weaknesses, but it also showed the strength of the people and the world’s support. As aftershocks continue, Myanmar’s people are determined to rebuild their lives and hope for a better future.(地震显示了缅甸的弱点，但也显示了人民的力量和世界的支持。随着余震的持续，缅甸人民决心重建他们的生活，希望有一个更美好的未来。)”可知，作者提到怀孕妇女的故事，是为了表明地震救援虽然困难重重，但是人民的力量和世界的支持仍然带给人们无尽的希望，意志坚定地重建生活和未来，展现了希望和复苏的主题。故选B项。 【7题详解】 推理判断题。根据第二段“Countries around the world quickly sent help.(世界各国迅速提供了援助。)”、第三段“However, rescuers faced many challenges.(然而，救援人员面临着许多挑战。)”和最后一段的“Despite the difficulties, there were also stories of hope.(尽管困难重重，但也有充满希望的故事。)”，以及“The earthquake showed Myanmar’ s weaknesses, but it also showed the strength of the people and the world’s support. As aftershocks continue, Myanmar’s people are determined to rebuild their lives and hope for a better future.(地震显示了缅甸的弱点，但也显示了人民的力量和世界的支持。随着余震的持续，缅甸人民决心重建他们的生活，希望有一个更美好的未来。)”可知，作者客观描述了地震后各国的救援行为，既分析了救援面临的困难，又描述了充满希望的故事；既指出了地震显示出来了国家的弱点，又看到了当地人民重建未来的决心和力量，故作者是持有客观的语气来写这篇文章的。故选D项。 C In a world overflowing with information, it may seem odd that people often go out of their way not to learn something. Whether it’s skipping a follow-up doctor’s appointment or refusing to read an unsettling news article, this tendency has a name: the “Ostrich (鸵鸟) Effect,” just like the bird supposedly burying its head in the sand. Researchers at the University of Chicago set out to understand when and why this occurs. In one experiment, children aged from 5 to 10 were asked to imagine their favorite and least favorite candy. Then came the choice: Would they like to watch a video about why eating that candy was bad for their teeth? Children at the age of 5 or 6 wanted to know — good or bad, the information itself was exciting. Older children, however, hesitated. They were much less interested in hearing about the downsides of their favorite treat, though they had no problem learning why their least favorite candy was bad. So why do children transform from fearless learners into strategic avoiders? The answer lies in emotions. Information is not neutral (中立的) — it often carries consequences for how we feel. News about our health, abilities, or beliefs can trigger disappointment, anxiety, or shame. By avoiding knowledge, people protect themselves, at least in the short term, from negative emotions. Sparing ourselves from distress can be protective, yet when avoidance becomes habitual, the costs can outweigh the benefits. At a personal level, refusing to learn important medical information can endanger health. At a societal level, avoidance may entrench political divides or rigid beliefs. When people deliberately tune out perspectives that challenge their worldview, they lose opportunities for growth, understanding, and connection. At its core, the Ostrich Effect reveals something deeply human. We are curious creatures, but also fragile ones. We want to know, yet we fear what knowing might mean. This push and pull shapes our decisions every day. This is why researchers stress the importance of teaching children not only to embrace curiosity, but also to develop resilience (韧性) and always grab the chance to learn, adapt, and succeed. 8. Which of the following shows the “Ostrich Effect”? A. A student actively seeks feedback from teachers. B. A woman turns a blind eye to her credit card bills. C. A boy refuses to attend his cousin’s birthday party. D. An employee buries himself in research and data analysis. 9. Why does the “Ostrich Effect” occur? A. It blocks out distractions. B. It keeps us from feeling bad. C. It helps us see things positively. D. It encourages independent thinking. 10. What does the underlined word “entrench” in paragraph 4 mean? A. Expose. B. Remove. C. Deepen. D. Transform. 11. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text? A. Why Not Knowing Can Seem So Sweet B. Why Embracing Curiosity Truly Matters C. The Ostrich Effect: Comfort is the Best Option D. From Candy to Curiosity: The Evolution of Resilience 【答案】8. B 9. B 10. C 11. A 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。本文介绍 “鸵鸟效应”，即人们刻意回避负面信息。实验显示儿童随年龄增长更易回避不利信息，原因是逃避负面情绪。该行为短期有益，但长期有害个人与社会，人们应保持好奇、增强韧性。 【8题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段“In a world overflowing with information, it may seem odd that people often go out of their way not to learn something. Whether it’s skipping a follow-up doctor’s appointment or refusing to read an unsettling news article, this tendency has a name: the “Ostrich (鸵鸟) Effect,” just like the bird supposedly burying its head in the sand.(在这样一个信息泛滥的世界里，人们竟然常常故意不去学习新知识，这似乎有些奇怪。无论是逃避后续的医生检查，还是拒绝阅读一篇令人不安的新闻文章，这种行为都有一个名称：这就是“鸵鸟效应”，就像传说中那只把头埋进沙子里的鸵鸟一样)”可知，一位女士对她的信用卡账单视而不见体现了“鸵鸟效应”。故选B。 【9题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段“By avoiding knowledge, people protect themselves, at least in the short term, from negative emotions.(通过避免获取知识，人们能够在短期内保护自己免受负面情绪的侵扰)”可知，“鸵鸟效应”出现是因为它能让我们避免感到痛苦。故选B。 【10题详解】 词句猜测题。根据划线词后文“political divides or rigid beliefs(政治分歧或僵化的观念)”以及“When people deliberately tune out perspectives that challenge their worldview, they lose opportunities for growth, understanding, and connection.(当人们刻意忽视那些挑战其世界观的观点时，他们就会失去成长、理解和建立联系的机会)”可知，人们刻意忽视那些挑战其世界观的观点时就会失去成长、理解和建立联系的机会，即回避行为会加深政治分歧或固化僵化的观念。故划线词意思是“加深”。故选C。 【11题详解】 主旨大意题。根据最后一段“At its core, the Ostrich Effect reveals something deeply human. We are curious creatures, but also fragile ones. We want to know, yet we fear what knowing might mean. This push and pull shapes our decisions every day. This is why researchers stress the importance of teaching children not only to embrace curiosity, but also to develop resilience (韧性) and always grab the chance to learn, adapt, and succeed.(从本质上讲，“鸵鸟效应”揭示了人类内心深处的一些东西。我们是好奇的生物，但也是脆弱的。我们渴望了解，但又害怕了解后可能带来的后果。这种矛盾的心理每天都在影响着我们的决策。这就是为什么研究人员强调，教育孩子不仅要培养好奇心，还要培养坚韧的品质，并且要时刻抓住学习、适应和成功的机会)”结合本文介绍 “鸵鸟效应”，即人们刻意回避负面信息。实验显示儿童随年龄增长更易回避不利信息，原因是逃避负面情绪。该行为短期有益，但长期有害个人与社会，人们应保持好奇、增强韧性。可知，A选项“为何无知竟会如此美好”最符合文章标题。故选A。 D Plastic has always been a double-edged sword — multi-purpose and cheap, but chemically stable. Traditional recycling methods involve multiple stages of sorting, cleaning, and melting (融化), which are energy-intensive and degrade the material’s quality. Turning plastic into fuel has been explored before, but existing techniques require high heat, complex catalysts (催化剂), and often produce impure results. Now, a groundbreaking cooperation between scientists in the US and China has brought the world one step closer to a real solution. Using a specially designed catalytic reaction, researchers found a way to break down long plastic polymer (聚合物) chains into short hydrocarbon molecules — the building blocks of fuel — in a single step. The team’s secret lies in a novel catalytic material that operates at medium temperatures — far lower than those used in conventional methods. Unlike traditional recycling, which melts plastic into lower-grade products, this catalyst essentially reduces plastics into usable hydrocarbon chains in just a few hours. The output can then be further processed into fuels for vehicles or even planes. According to Professor Zhang Wei, a chemical engineer from the Chinese partner university, the process transforms 95% of the plastic into usable hydrocarbons, leaving minimal remains and almost no harmful byproducts. The implications of this breakthrough extend far beyond scientific curiosity. If widely used, the one-step plastic-to-fuel method could dramatically reduce both plastic waste and non-renewable fuel dependence. Promising as the results are, experts stress that the cost of catalysts, the difficulty of collecting mixed plastic waste, and the issue of carbon emissions from burning fuels are key challenges to be addressed. For this reason, scientists see the innovation not as an end point, but as a temporary fix toward a cleaner future. While questions remain, this innovation marks a hopeful turn in humanity’s long battle with plastic waste. It transforms what was once pollution into power and demonstrates that the solutions to big problems often lie in rethinking waste not as garbage-but as potential. 12. What is a key advantage of the new method of recycling plastics? A. Low costs. B. Simple processes. C. High security. D. Adjustable reaction. 13. What does the novel catalyst help with? A. Speeding up waste collection. B. Adjusting the operating temperature. C. Minimizing harmful byproducts. D. Turning plastics into basic chemicals. 14. How do scientists regard the method? A. A dead end. B. A starting point. C. A stepping stone. D. A definite answer. 15. What inspiration does the innovation bring to us? A. New views create possibilities. B. Human effort overcomes challenges. C. Close teamwork works wonders. D. Tough problems lead to innovations. 【答案】12. B 13. D 14. C 15. A 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。介绍了中美科学家合作研发的一种新型塑料回收方法，该方法可通过特殊催化反应一步将塑料转化为可用烃类物质，同时分析了其优势、面临的挑战及带来的启示。 【12题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段“Using a specially designed catalytic reaction, researchers found a way to break down long plastic polymer (聚合物) chains into short hydrocarbon molecules — the building blocks of fuel — in a single step. (通过采用一种特别设计的催化反应，研究人员找到了一种方法，能够将长的塑料聚合物链在单一步骤中分解为短的碳氢化合物分子——这些就是燃料的构成单元。)”可知，新回收方法的关键优势是流程简单。故选B。 【13题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段“According to Professor Zhang Wei, a chemical engineer from the Chinese partner university, the process transforms 95% of the plastic into usable hydrocarbons, leaving minimal remains and almost no harmful byproducts. (据来自中方合作大学的化学工程师张伟教授介绍，该过程能将 95% 的塑料转化为可用的烃类物质，仅留下少量残留物，且几乎不会产生有害副产品。)”可知，新型催化剂有助于将塑料转化为基础化学物质。故选D。 【14题详解】 推理判断题。根据倒数第二段“For this reason, scientists see the innovation not as an end point, but as a temporary fix toward a cleaner future. (基于此，科学家们并不将这种创新视为最终目标，而将其视为迈向更清洁未来的暂时解决方案。)”可知，科学家把该方法看作垫脚石、过渡手段。故选C。 【15题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段“It transforms what was once pollution into power and demonstrates that the solutions to big problems often lie in rethinking waste not as garbage-but as potential. (它将曾经的污染物转化为能源，表明解决重大问题的方法往往在于重新思考：垃圾并非废物，而是潜在资源。)” 可知，这项创新带给我们的启示是新的视角创造可能性。故选A。 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。 How to appreciate a classic Classics are often seen as books read by literature majors or intellectuals. They carry a certain air of snobbery (势利) in them.____16____ The classics and I began as acquaintances, eventually to friends, and then to close confidantes (密友) with private jokes between us. So how does one approach a classic? Find your classic (era). The term classic applies to a wide range of books across a long period of time.____17____ Not every classic is as thick as Tolstoy’s Anna Karenina. Like all forms of literature, there are genres within the classics selection of a bookstore. By finding your era, there’s always something that may appeal to you. Read slow and get immersed (沉浸的). Classics aren’t written in our modern tongue.____18____ As challenging as it may be, I suggest reading your first classic slow. Allow the book and the language to grow with you. It’s like immersing yourself in a different world. It would take a few interactions to get the hang of it, but you do get it eventually. ____19____ Once immersed, you rather get a hang of the language, and it is best to read another one. Maybe read a book from the same author. In this way, the next book becomes easier to read. The case in the language and the context is reward itself and may motivate you to read more classics. Try again. If the first classic you got was a miss, find another one. You can even start with thinner books like Peter Pan or a child’s classic such as Alice in Wonderland or even Anne of Green Gables. Don’t jump from “I don’t read classics” to “Brother Karamazov” all too sudden.____20____ A. Learn more about the author. B. Reading classics requires pacing. C. Follow through with another classic. D. My love for classics was a gradual affair. E. They are written with every mark of the period they were published. F. It’s wrong to assume that all classics are created equal. G. You should treat classics like vegetables and eat them quickly. 【答案】16. D 17. F 18. E 19. C 20. B 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了欣赏经典的方法，包括找到属于自己的经典时代、慢慢地沉浸阅读、读完一本经典后接着读另一本以及如果第一本不喜欢就再找一本等。 【16题详解】 根据上文“Classics are often seen as books read by literature majors or intellectuals. They carry a certain air of snobbery (势利) in them. (经典常常被视为文学专业学生或知识分子读的书。它们带有某种势利的气息。)”以及下文“The classics and I began as acquaintances, eventually to friends, and then to close confidantes (密友) with private jokes between us. (我和经典最初是相识，最终成为朋友，然后成为有我们之间私人玩笑的密友。)”可知，此处应是讲述“我”对经典的喜爱是一个渐进的过程。D选项“My love for classics was a gradual affair. (我对经典的喜爱是一个渐进的过程。)”承上启下。故选D项。 【17题详解】 根据上文“The term classic applies to a wide range of books across a long period of time. (“经典”这个词适用于很长一段时间内的各种各样的书。)”以及下文“Not every classic is as thick as Tolstoy’s Anna Karenina. (不是每本经典都像托尔斯泰的《安娜・卡列尼娜》那么厚。)”可知，此处应是说不能认为所有经典都一样。F选项“It’s wrong to assume that all classics are created equal. (认为所有经典都是一样的是错误的。)”承上启下。故选F项。 【18题详解】 根据上文“Classics aren’t written in our modern tongue. (经典不是用我们现代的语言写的。)”可知，此处应是进一步说明经典的语言与现代不同，是带有其出版时期的特点的。E选项“They are written with every mark of the period they were published. (它们带有其出版时期的每一个特点。)”承接上文。故选E项。 【19题详解】 根据下文“Once immersed, you rather get a hang of the language, and it is best to read another one. Maybe read a book from the same author. In this way, the next book becomes easier to read. (一旦沉浸其中，你掌握了这种语言，最好再读另一本。也许读同一作者的一本书。这样，下一本书就更容易读了。)”和设空位置可知，此段主要讲的是读完一本经典后接着读另一本。C选项“Follow through with another classic. (接着读另一本经典。)”可作为此段的小标题。故选C项。 【20题详解】 根据上文“If the first classic you got was a miss, find another one. You can even start with thinner books like Peter Pan or a child’s classic such as Alice in Wonderland or even Anne of Green Gables. Don’t jump from “I don’t read classics” to “Brother Karamazov” all too sudden. (如果你拿到的第一本经典不喜欢，找另一本。你甚至可以从像《彼得・潘》这样较薄的书开始，或者像《爱丽丝梦游仙境》甚至《绿山墙的安妮》这样的儿童经典。不要太突然地从“我不读经典”跳到《卡拉马佐夫兄弟》。)可知，此处应是说读经典要循序渐进。B选项“Reading classics requires pacing. (读经典需要循序渐进。)”总结上文。故选B项。 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。 I was so excited to cover a new adventure to Qomolangma when I was a journalist. Yet things didn’t ___21___ the way I wanted — Once I got of the vehicle at the base camp, I was ___22___ by dizziness (眩晕) and shortness of breath — ___23___ of mountain sickness. Even the act of taking a few steps demanded an extraordinary amount of ___24___. At that moment, a question ___25___ within me: Why do people keep climbing Mount Qomolangma? When asked this question, British mountaineer George Mallory gave his famous ___26___: Because it’s there. Mallory reminds me of countless climbers who have put their lives at risk to ___27___ the mountain’s towering height with their own footsteps. They ___28___ an almost vertical (垂直的) wall close to the top. It is so difficult to find ___29___ points for climbing that the earliest climbers thought no one could get past the wall. In 1960, Liu Lianman, a Chinese climber, ___30___ to let his teammates step on his shoulders to cross the wall. Already ___31___, he gathered all his strength to uplift his teammates. Though his ___32___ did not appear on the list of those who reached the top, Liu is undoubtedly a true ___33___. I recalled the interview with Dong Hongjuan, the first woman to conquer 14 mountains above 8,000 meters, who ___34___ understands how small humans are compared to nature. She told me, “I never felt I conquered those mountains; it’s just that the mountains ___35___ me.” 21. A. turn out B. turn in C. turn down D. turn to 22. A. drawn B. abandoned C. overcome D. sheltered 23. A. symbols B. signs C. manners D. causes 24. A. patience B. effort C. knowledge D. practice 25. A. ended B. expanded C. arose D. returned 26. A. reply B. suggestion C. resolution D. guidance 27. A. occupy B. measure C. confirm D. protect 28. A. run into B. depend on C. pull down D. put up 29. A. checking B. viewing C. starting D. supporting 30. A. hesitated B. pretended C. happened D. offered 31. A. starved B. heart-broken C. worn-out D. annoyed 32. A. motive B. achievement C. teammate D. name 33. A. hero B. champion C. genius D. pioneer 34. A. fortunately B. eagerly C. deeply D. merely 35. A. defeated B. discovered C. prohibited D. accepted 【答案】21. A 22. C 23. B 24. B 25. C 26. A 27. B 28. A 29. D 30. D 31. C 32. D 33. A 34. C 35. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章通过记者亲历珠峰探险的经历，结合登山者的故事，探讨挑战自然的精神。 【21题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：然而事情并没有像我想要的那样发生。一旦我在大本营下了车，我就被眩晕和呼吸急促所困扰——这是高原反应的迹象。A. turn out结果是，发生；B. turn in上交；C. turn down拒绝，调低；D. turn to转向，求助于。根据下文“the way I wanted — Once I got of the vehicle at the base camp, I was ___2___ by dizziness and shortness of breath”可知，事情没有像作者想的那样发生。故选A。 【22题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：然而事情并没有像我想要的那样发生。一旦我在大本营下了车，我就被眩晕和呼吸急促所困扰——这是高原反应的迹象。A. drawn吸引；B. abandoned抛弃；C. overcome被（感情、疾病等）压倒，困扰；D. sheltered庇护。根据下文“by dizziness and shortness of breath”可知，作者被这些症状困扰，be overcome by 表示“被……所征服，被……所困扰”。故选C。 【23题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：然而事情并没有像我想要的那样发生。一旦我在大本营下了车，我就被眩晕和呼吸急促所困扰——这是高原反应的迹象。A. symbols象征；B. signs迹象，征兆；C. manners方式，礼仪；D. causes原因。根据上文“by dizziness and shortness of breath”可知，眩晕和呼吸急促是高原反应的迹象。故选B。 【24题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：即使是走几步路也需要付出极大的努力。A. patience耐心；B. effort努力；C. knowledge知识；D. practice练习。根据上文“by dizziness and shortness of breath — ___3___of mountain sickness.”可知，因为有高原反应，所以走几步都要付出很大努力。故选B。 【25题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：在那一刻，一个问题在我心中产生了：为什么人们要不断攀登珠穆朗玛峰呢？A. ended结束；B. expanded扩大；C. arose产生，出现；D. returned返回。根据下文“within me: Why do people keep climbing Mount Qomolangma?”可知，一个问题在作者心中产生。故选C。 【26题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：当被问到这个问题时，英国登山家乔治・马洛里给出了他著名的回答：因为山在那里。A. reply回答；B. suggestion建议；C. resolution决心；D. guidance指导。根据上文“When asked this question”可知，当被问到这个问题时，他给出回答。故选A。 【27题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：马洛里让我想起了无数的登山者，他们冒着生命危险，用自己的脚步去丈量这座山的高度。A. occupy占据；B. measure测量，丈量；C. confirm确认；D. protect保护。根据下文“the mountain’s towering height with their own footsteps”可知，登山者们用脚步丈量山的高度。故选B。 【28题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：他们遇到了接近山顶的一面几乎垂直的墙。A. run into遇到；B. depend on依赖；C. pull down推倒；D. put up张贴，搭建。根据下文“an almost vertical wall close to the top.”可知，登山者们遇到了这样的一面墙。故选A。 【29题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：要找到攀爬的支撑点是如此困难，以至于最早的登山者认为没有人能越过这面墙。A. checking检查；B. viewing观看；C. starting开始；D. supporting支撑。根据下文“points for climbing”可知，这里指的是很难找到攀爬的支撑点。故选D。 【30题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：1960 年，中国登山者刘连满主动让他的队友踩在他的肩膀上越过这面墙。A. hesitated犹豫；B. pretended假装；C. happened发生；D. offered主动提出。根据下文“to let his teammates step on his shoulders to cross the wall”可知，刘连满主动提出让队友踩在他的肩膀上，offer to do sth.表示“主动提出做某事”。故选D。 【31题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：他已经筋疲力尽了，却还是鼓足了所有的力气把队友举起来。A. starved饥饿的；B. heart-broken心碎的；C. worn-out筋疲力尽的；D. annoyed恼怒的。根据下文“gathered all his strength to uplift his teammates”可知，他已经很累了，筋疲力尽，但还是用尽全身力气举起队友。故选C。 【32题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：虽然他的名字没有出现在登顶者的名单上，但刘无疑是一位真正的英雄。A. motive动机；B. achievement成就；C. teammate队友；D. name名字。根据 下文“did not appear on the list of those who reached the top”可知，刘的名字没在名单上。故选D。 【33题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：虽然他的名字没有出现在登顶者的名单上，但刘无疑是一位真正的英雄。A. hero英雄；B.champion 冠军；C. genius天才；D. pioneer先驱。根据上文“to let his teammates step on his shoulders to cross the wall”及“his ___12___ did not appear on the list of those who reached the top”可知，刘为了队友做出了很大的付出，但他的名字没有出现在登顶者的名单上，所以是一位真正的英雄。故选A。 【34题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意：我想起了对董红娟的采访，她是第一位征服14座8000米以上山峰的女性，她深刻地理解与自然相比人类是多么渺小。A. fortunately幸运地；B. eagerly渴望地；C. deeply深刻地；D. merely仅仅。根据下文“how small humans are compared to nature”可知，董红娟征服了多座高山的经历使她对人类与大自然的关系有深刻的理解。故选C。 【35题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：她告诉我：“我从不觉得我征服了那些山；只是那些山接纳了我。”A. defeated打败；B. discovered发现；C. prohibited禁止；D. accepted接受。根据上文“I never felt I conquered those mountains”可知，董红娟认为不是自己征服了山，而是山接纳了她。故选D。 第二节（共10小题；每题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。 White Dew, the 15th solar term in ____36____ 24 solar terms of Chinese tradition, marks the end of early autumn and signals the transition to mid-autumn — a period ____37____ the heat-cold balance undergoes a dramatic shift. It arrives when the sun, after a journey across the celestial (天体的) sphere, reaches the longitude of 165 degrees, ____38____ (occur) annually between September 7th and 9th, a timing determined by ancient astronomical observations guiding agricultural activities for millennia (千年). During this term, sweltering summer heat fades, and the air, once humid, becomes far ____39____ (fresh) than before, carrying a crisp coolness in morning mist and evening breeze. The widening temperature gap ____40____ day and night — often over 10°C — causes water vapor to condense into tiny glistening droplets on leaves, their radiance in morning sunlight inspiring the ____41____ (poet) name “White Dew” passed down for generations. Across China, diverse customs link to White Dew. In Nanjing, connoisseurs (行家) savor freshly picked White Dew Tea, whose flavor ____42____ (characterize) by mellow sweetness and subtle floral notes. In Fuzhou, ____43____ (local) follow the tradition of eating sweet longans, convinced that these fruits nourish the body, alleviate fatigue, and enhance blood circulation-a belief rooted in TCM (传统中医) principles. As weather cools, experts recommend adjusting clothing timely, especially after sunset ____44____ (avoid) chills, and emphasize maintaining adequate warm water intake ____45____ (be) key to preventing respiratory dryness from autumn dryness. 【答案】36. the 37. when 38. occurring 39. fresher 40. between 41. poetic 42. is characterized 43. locals 44. to avoid 45. is 【解析】 【导语】文章主要介绍二十四节气之一白露的时间、气候特点及各地民俗与养生常识。 【36题详解】 考查定冠词。句意：白露是中国传统二十四节气中的第十五个节气，标志着初秋的结束和向中秋的过渡——这一时期冷热平衡发生剧烈变化。在表示特指的“24 solar terms”前需用定冠词the。 【37题详解】 考查定语从句。句意同上。空处引导限制性定语从句，先行词是period，且关系词在从句中作时间状语，所以用关系副词when引导该从句。 【38题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：当太阳经过天球后到达经度165度时，白露就来临了，它每年发生在9月7日至9日之间，这个时间是由古代天文观测确定的，几千年来一直指导着农业活动。本句已有谓语arrives，所以occur用非谓语形式，occur和逻辑主语It（指代White Dew）之间是主动关系，用现在分词作状语。 【39题详解】 考查形容词比较级。句意：在这个节气里，酷热的暑气渐渐消退，曾经潮湿的空气变得比以前清新得多，晨雾和晚风中带着一丝凉爽。根据空后than可知，空处需用形容词fresh的比较级fresher。 【40题详解】 考查介词。句意：昼夜温差——通常超过10°C——导致水蒸气在叶子上凝结成微小闪亮的水滴，它们在早晨阳光下的光彩激发了“白露”这个流传几代人的诗意名字。between...and...表示“在……和……之间”，是固定搭配。 【41题详解】 考查形容词。句意同上。空处需用形容词作定语修饰名词name，poet的形容词是poetic，表示“富有诗意的”。 【42题详解】 考查时态、语态和主谓一致。句意：在南京，行家们品尝新鲜采摘的白露茶，其特点是醇厚的甜味和微妙的花香。空处为定语从句的谓语动词，句子描述的是客观事实，时态用一般现在时，主语flavor和characterize之间是被动关系，用一般现在时的被动语态，主语为flavor，be动词用is。 【43题详解】 考查名词复数。句意：在福州，当地人遵循吃甜龙眼的传统，坚信这些水果能滋养身体、缓解疲劳、促进血液循环——这一信念源于中医原理。根据空后follow可知，空处需用名词作主语，local表示“当地人”，是可数名词，此处表示泛指，用复数形式。 【44题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：随着天气转凉，专家建议及时调整衣物，尤其是日落后要避免着凉，并强调保持充足的温水摄入是防止秋燥引起呼吸道干燥的关键。此处用动词不定式作目的状语，表达增减衣物的目的。 【45题详解】 考查时态和主谓一致。句意同上。分析句子结构可知，emphasize后跟省略连接词that的宾语从句，在宾语从句中，动名词短语作主语，句子描述的是客观事实，时态用一般现在时，be动词用is。 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 春夏之交，自然灾害进入多发期。假定你是校英文报“Health and Life”栏目编辑，请你写一封倡议书，呼吁同学们增强安全意识，学会自我保护。 内容要点： 1. 提高防灾意识； 2. 学习自救方法； 3. 发出倡议。 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 fellow students, As spring turns into summer, natural disasters are becoming more frequent. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours sincerely, Editor of Health and Life 【答案】Dear fellow students, As spring turns into summer, natural disasters are becoming more frequent. Therefore, it’s vital for us to enhance our safety awareness and learn to protect ourselves. First, we should raise our awareness of disaster prevention. Pay attention to weather forecasts, which can precisely forecast the approach of potential dangers, and be fully prepared for the emergencies that may arise. Second, it’s a must for us to master some self-rescue methods, such as proper ways to escape in emergencies. Let’s take action now! By staying alert and well-prepared, we can ensure our safety and enjoy a peaceful life. Yours sincerely, Editor of Health and Life 【解析】 【导语】要求考生以校英文报“Health and Life”栏目编辑的身份，写一封倡议书，呼吁同学们在春夏之交自然灾害多发期增强安全意识，学会自我保护。 【详解】1.词汇积累 准确地：precisely→ accurately 重要的：vital→ indispensable 注意：pay attention to→ be mindful of 确保：ensure→ guarantee 2.句式拓展 同义句改写 原句：As spring turns into summer, natural disasters are becoming more frequent. 拓展句：As spring gives way to summer, nature seems to unleash its fury more frequently in the form of disasters. 【点睛】【高分句型1】Therefore, it’s vital for us to enhance our safety awareness and learn to protect ourselves.（使用动词不定式作主语，it为形式主语） 【高分句型2】Pay attention to weather forecasts, which can precisely forecast the approach of potential dangers, and be fully prepared for the emergencies that may arise.（使用关系代词which引导的定语从句） 第二节（满分25分） 47. 阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。 The Scholarship Jacket Each year, my school awarded a green and gold scholarship jacket to the top graduate with the highest grades over eight years. As a straight-A student since my first year, I was determined to win it. Raised by my grandparents on a small farm, money was always tight — we simply could not afford fees or trips for any sports events. I knew the sports jacket was out of my reach, so the scholarship jacket was my only chance. However, one afternoon, I accidentally overheard my teachers arguing in the classroom. Mr. Smith was angrily defending my academic record, “Martha deserves the jacket!” Yet, Mr. Bonne responded calmly, “But Joan’s father is on the) Board. We could say it was a close tie and...” The rest of his words were drowned out by the pounding in my ears. I stood frozen, feeling my dream shatter in the face of cruel injustice. The next day, the principal called me in. Avoiding eye contact, he awkwardly explained a new “policy” to me: the Board would charge fifteen dollars for the jacket this year. “If you can’t pay,” he declared, “it will go to the next one in line.” Shocked as I was, I refused to give in without a word. Mustering all my dignity, I replied, “I’ll speak to my grandpa and let you know tomorrow.” Grandpa was working in the bean field when I found him. Voice shaky, I blurted out the news about the fifteen-dollar fee. “I have to take the money tomorrow, otherwise it’ll be given to someone else.” Grandpa paused, straightened his weary back, and rested his chin on the hoe (锄头) handle. He gazed at the green shoots before turning to me. “What does a scholarship jacket mean? ” he asked quietly. “It means you’ve earned it by having the highest grades for eight years,” I answered without hesitation. “Then if you pay for it, it’s not a scholarship jacket, is it?” Grandpa said, driving his hoe firmly into the soil. “Tell your principal I won’t pay.” I walked back to the house and locked myself in the bathroom for a long time. I was angry with the Board for changing the rule; and I was angry with grandfather even though I knew he was right. 注意：1. 所续写短文的词数应为150左右； 2. 续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好。 The next day, with a heavy heart, I almost dragged myself into the principal’s office. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ At the end of the day, Mr. Smith brought me the news about the scholarship jacket. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】例文 The next day, with a heavy heart, I almost dragged myself into the principal’s office. He looked up from his desk, with a hint of curiosity in his eyes, and cut straight to the point, “So — what did your grandpa say?” Sitting upright with hands clasped tight, I stated Grandpa’s decision, “He said he wouldn’t pay for something I’ve already earned.” A sharp silence cracked between us. The principal paused, brows knitted and jaw set, as if wrestling with a difficult decision. Minutes stretched on before he finally spoke up, “The Board will reconsider the policy.” But no hope stirred in me — “reconsider” sounded more like a polite way to end the conversation. I nodded faintly and headed for the door. At the end of the day, Mr. Smith brought me the news about the scholarship jacket. “Congratulations, kid. The Board has made an exception for you.” Mr. Smith winked and patted me on the back. “You spoke bravely for yourself — don’t lose that voice.” His words echoed like a victory bell in my chest. I sprinted to the bean field and told the good news to Grandpa between ragged breaths. Crumbling warm earth through my fingers, I saw it clearly: courage is a seed; once you plant your voice, the world shifts an inch toward justice, and that inch is enough to grow a life upon. 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了作者是一名出身贫困家庭的优等生，一直努力争取学校的奖学金夹克。然而，学校突然要求支付15美元费用，实则想将夹克转交给董事会成员的女儿。她的爷爷拒绝付款，称奖学金不应被买卖。最终，学校撤销了决定，作者成功获得夹克，并领悟到勇气的力量。 【详解】1.段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容“第二天，我心情沉重地几乎拖着身子走进了校长的办公室。”可知，第一段可描写作者告知爷爷拒绝付款以及理由。 ②由第二段首句内容“最终，史密斯先生把关于奖学金外套的消息带给了我。”可知，第二段可描写最终，学校撤销了决定，作者成功获得夹克，并领悟到勇气的力量。 2.续写线索：爷爷拒绝付款——作者走进校长办公室——告知原因——撤销决定——成功获得夹克——作者感悟7 3.词汇激活 行为类 ①走向：head for/move towards ②告知：tell/inform… of ③回响：echo/resound 情绪类 ①勇敢：bravely/with full courage ②艰难：difficult/tough 【点睛】[高分句型1] Sitting upright with hands clasped tight, I stated Grandpa’s decision.（运用了现在分词作状语） [高分句型2] The principal paused, brows knitted and jaw set, as if wrestling with a difficult decision.（运用了as if引导方式状语从句的省略） 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 湘钢一中2026年高一年级下学期期中考试英语试卷 时量120分钟 满分150分 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 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。每段对话仅读一遍。 1. Who is the man probably? A. A school librarian. B. A club owner. C. A science teacher. 2. What are the speakers talking about? A. A space mission. B. A math problem. C. An inspiring movie. 3. How much does each adult finally pay? A. $9. B. $10. C. $11. 4. What does Lily advise Mike to do? A. Study harder. B. Relax for a bit. C. Walk with her. 5. What is Grace worried about? A. The difficult lines. B. Her lack of practice. C. The intense competition. 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。 听下面一段对话，回答第6、7小题。 6. Why did the woman call? A. The food arrived late. B. The order was incorrect. C. The delivery was canceled. 7. What does the man offer to the woman? A. A free drink. B. A free burger. C. A free sandwich. 听第7段录音，回答第8至10题。 8. What is "Green Vessel"? A. An art contest. B. An eco-boat race. C. A recycling campaign. 9. Why did Maplewood School win? A. Their boat was the fastest. B. Their materials were strong. C. Their design was creative. 10. What happened to the boat of the speakers' school? A. It broke in he middle. B. It failed to make quick turns. C. It used unsteady boards. 听第8段录音，回答第11至13题。 11. What is the main use of AI in Mr. Clark's class? A. Giving personal feedback. B. Grading homework and tests. C. Posing discussion questions. 12. How do most students like the AI tool? A. It makes history easier. B. It helps deeper thinking. C. It is unnecessary in class. 13. What is Mr. Clark's attitude towards AI in teaching? A. Objective. B. Worried. C. Enthusiastic. 听第9段录音，回答第14至17题。 14. What problem with candles does Sophia mention? A. They scare the cat. B. They carry a safety risk. C. They don't match the table. 15. Why does Sophia propose buying some pie? A. To save time. B. To satisfy guests. C. To diversify desserts. 16. What will Sophia make by herself? A. Salad. B. Snacks. C. Bread. 17. What is the relationship between the speakers? A. Friends. B. Brother and sister. C. Husband and wife. 听第10段录音，回答第18至20题。 18. When did the earthquake occur? A. On Monday night. B. On Monday morning. C. On Tuesday morning. 19. How many people did the earthquake impact? A. Around 2,700. B. Around 30,000. C. Around 90,000. 20. What were the public advised to do for at least a week? A. Remain on high alert. B. Stay at home safely. C. Store fresh food. 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 Singapore boasts colourful music festivals. A visit to the city during any of these festivals would be the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the Singaporean vibrancy. Ultra Singapore Music Festival is celebrated for its unique performance stage designs. It is a two-day musical feast, appealing to thousands of electronic music addicts. Regular line-ups include top chartbasters Martin Garrix, Josh Wink, Skrillex, and many other international singers and musicians. Location: Marina Bay AIA Glow Music Festival is another memorable musical festival of Singapore, hosting yoga courses as a significant part. Visitors may enjoy a healthy atmosphere with calming music. The festival also prepares the 5K Charity Fun Run for visitors, through which runners win the “I Ran with My Heart” medal. Location: Sentosa Island Songkran Music Festival stands as Singapore’s unique water music festival, held annually to celebrate the Thai New Year. Participants involve themselves in a lively atmosphere, dancing actively while being playfully splashed with water — a core part of the tradition. Alongside the lively beats the festival offers food trucks and local beers, creating a fun party atmosphere. Location: Wild Wild Wet Water Park Sundown Music Festival is a three-day music festival with over fifty artists showcasing different music genres. Some of the famed international artists are DJ Soda, Charlie Lim, and Sam Ru. The festival also offers a variety of dishes to feast on. It is regarded as a dynamic celebration that aims to create unforgettable nights. Location: Siloso Beach 1. Where can visitors enjoy fitness classes alongside music? A. Marina Bay. B. Sentosa Island. C. Wild Wild Wet Water Park. D. Siloso Beach. 2. What do Songkran Music Festival and Sundown Music Festival have in common? A. Water activities. B. Foreign culture. C. Food offerings. D. Electronic music. 3. What is the main purpose of the passage? A. To compare different music festivals. B. To promote the music festivals in Singapore. C. To persuade readers to attend electronic music events. D. To discuss the trend of international artist cooperation. B A strong 7.9 earthquake hit central Myanmar on March 28,2025, causing major damage in the area. The earthquake was centered near Mandalay, the country’s second-largest city. The number of death has reached 2,719, with 4,521 people injured and many more still missing. The disaster unfolded in two phases: the first earthquake destroyed buildings, roads, and bridges, while aftershocks continued to cause problems. The earthquake happened along the Sagaing Fault, where the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates meet. Over many years, pressure built up between the plates and finally caused this earthquake. However, Myanmar’s old buildings, especially traditional ones made of wood and mud, were not strong enough to withstand the earthquake, which made the situation even worse. Countries around the world quickly sent help. China was one of the first to respond, sending rescue teams with medical supplies, shelter materials, and special equipment to find survivors. India, Russia, and Singapore also sent aid. The United Nations helped organize the aid efforts, showing that the world is united in helping Myanmar. However, rescuers faced many challenges. Roads and bridges were destroyed, making it hard to get aid to remote villages. There were also power cuts and communication problems. Bad weather made things worse, as rain could cause floods and spread diseases. Additionally, ongoing conflicts in northern Myanmar made it hard to get supplies to the affected areas, and hospitals in Mandalay were crowded with patients. Despite the difficulties, there were also stories of hope. Local volunteers worked hard to rescue people trapped in the rubble. In Mandalay, a pregnant woman was rescued after being trapped for 50 hours. Farmers and students also adapted quickly, planting crops in temporary fields and attending classes in tents. The earthquake showed Myanmar’ s weaknesses, but it also showed the strength of the people and the world’s support. As aftershocks continue, Myanmar’ s people are determined to rebuild their lives and hope for a better future. 4. What do we know about the earthquake on March 28,2025? A. It is the strongest earthquake in history. B. It caused minor damage to the old buildings. C. The main quake destroyed many constructions. D. Pressure built up between the plates in aftershocks. 5. Which of the following is NOT a reason for the difficulties in rescue efforts? A. Affected areas. B. Power failures. C. Inaccessible roads. D. Communication problems. 6. Why does the author mention the story of a pregnant woman in the last paragraph? A. To compare victims from different jobs. B. To show the theme of hope and recovery. C. To explain the difficulty of rescue efforts. D. To give an example of the earthquake’s impact. 7. What’s the author’s tone in writing the article? A. Concerned. B. Doubtful. C. Critical. D. Objective. C In a world overflowing with information, it may seem odd that people often go out of their way not to learn something. Whether it’s skipping a follow-up doctor’s appointment or refusing to read an unsettling news article, this tendency has a name: the “Ostrich (鸵鸟) Effect,” just like the bird supposedly burying its head in the sand. Researchers at the University of Chicago set out to understand when and why this occurs. In one experiment, children aged from 5 to 10 were asked to imagine their favorite and least favorite candy. Then came the choice: Would they like to watch a video about why eating that candy was bad for their teeth? Children at the age of 5 or 6 wanted to know — good or bad, the information itself was exciting. Older children, however, hesitated. They were much less interested in hearing about the downsides of their favorite treat, though they had no problem learning why their least favorite candy was bad. So why do children transform from fearless learners into strategic avoiders? The answer lies in emotions. Information is not neutral (中立的) — it often carries consequences for how we feel. News about our health, abilities, or beliefs can trigger disappointment, anxiety, or shame. By avoiding knowledge, people protect themselves, at least in the short term, from negative emotions. Sparing ourselves from distress can be protective, yet when avoidance becomes habitual, the costs can outweigh the benefits. At a personal level, refusing to learn important medical information can endanger health. At a societal level, avoidance may entrench political divides or rigid beliefs. When people deliberately tune out perspectives that challenge their worldview, they lose opportunities for growth, understanding, and connection. At its core, the Ostrich Effect reveals something deeply human. We are curious creatures, but also fragile ones. We want to know, yet we fear what knowing might mean. This push and pull shapes our decisions every day. This is why researchers stress the importance of teaching children not only to embrace curiosity, but also to develop resilience (韧性) and always grab the chance to learn, adapt, and succeed. 8. Which of the following shows the “Ostrich Effect”? A. A student actively seeks feedback from teachers. B. A woman turns a blind eye to her credit card bills. C. A boy refuses to attend his cousin’s birthday party. D. An employee buries himself in research and data analysis. 9. Why does the “Ostrich Effect” occur? A. It blocks out distractions. B. It keeps us from feeling bad. C. It helps us see things positively. D. It encourages independent thinking. 10. What does the underlined word “entrench” in paragraph 4 mean? A. Expose. B. Remove. C. Deepen. D. Transform. 11. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text? A. Why Not Knowing Can Seem So Sweet B. Why Embracing Curiosity Truly Matters C. The Ostrich Effect: Comfort is the Best Option D. From Candy to Curiosity: The Evolution of Resilience D Plastic has always been a double-edged sword — multi-purpose and cheap, but chemically stable. Traditional recycling methods involve multiple stages of sorting, cleaning, and melting (融化), which are energy-intensive and degrade the material’s quality. Turning plastic into fuel has been explored before, but existing techniques require high heat, complex catalysts (催化剂), and often produce impure results. Now, a groundbreaking cooperation between scientists in the US and China has brought the world one step closer to a real solution. Using a specially designed catalytic reaction, researchers found a way to break down long plastic polymer (聚合物) chains into short hydrocarbon molecules — the building blocks of fuel — in a single step. The team’s secret lies in a novel catalytic material that operates at medium temperatures — far lower than those used in conventional methods. Unlike traditional recycling, which melts plastic into lower-grade products, this catalyst essentially reduces plastics into usable hydrocarbon chains in just a few hours. The output can then be further processed into fuels for vehicles or even planes. According to Professor Zhang Wei, a chemical engineer from the Chinese partner university, the process transforms 95% of the plastic into usable hydrocarbons, leaving minimal remains and almost no harmful byproducts. The implications of this breakthrough extend far beyond scientific curiosity. If widely used, the one-step plastic-to-fuel method could dramatically reduce both plastic waste and non-renewable fuel dependence. Promising as the results are, experts stress that the cost of catalysts, the difficulty of collecting mixed plastic waste, and the issue of carbon emissions from burning fuels are key challenges to be addressed. For this reason, scientists see the innovation not as an end point, but as a temporary fix toward a cleaner future. While questions remain, this innovation marks a hopeful turn in humanity’s long battle with plastic waste. It transforms what was once pollution into power and demonstrates that the solutions to big problems often lie in rethinking waste not as garbage-but as potential. 12. What is a key advantage of the new method of recycling plastics? A. Low costs. B. Simple processes. C. High security. D. Adjustable reaction. 13. What does the novel catalyst help with? A. Speeding up waste collection. B. Adjusting the operating temperature. C. Minimizing harmful byproducts. D. Turning plastics into basic chemicals. 14. How do scientists regard the method? A. A dead end. B. A starting point. C. A stepping stone. D. A definite answer. 15. What inspiration does the innovation bring to us? A. New views create possibilities. B. Human effort overcomes challenges. C. Close teamwork works wonders. D. Tough problems lead to innovations. 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。 How to appreciate a classic Classics are often seen as books read by literature majors or intellectuals. They carry a certain air of snobbery (势利) in them.____16____ The classics and I began as acquaintances, eventually to friends, and then to close confidantes (密友) with private jokes between us. So how does one approach a classic? Find your classic (era). The term classic applies to a wide range of books across a long period of time.____17____ Not every classic is as thick as Tolstoy’s Anna Karenina. Like all forms of literature, there are genres within the classics selection of a bookstore. By finding your era, there’s always something that may appeal to you. Read slow and get immersed (沉浸的). Classics aren’t written in our modern tongue.____18____ As challenging as it may be, I suggest reading your first classic slow. Allow the book and the language to grow with you. It’s like immersing yourself in a different world. It would take a few interactions to get the hang of it, but you do get it eventually. ____19____ Once immersed, you rather get a hang of the language, and it is best to read another one. Maybe read a book from the same author. In this way, the next book becomes easier to read. The case in the language and the context is reward itself and may motivate you to read more classics. Try again. If the first classic you got was a miss, find another one. You can even start with thinner books like Peter Pan or a child’s classic such as Alice in Wonderland or even Anne of Green Gables. Don’t jump from “I don’t read classics” to “Brother Karamazov” all too sudden.____20____ A. Learn more about the author. B. Reading classics requires pacing. C. Follow through with another classic. D. My love for classics was a gradual affair. E. They are written with every mark of the period they were published. F. It’s wrong to assume that all classics are created equal. G. You should treat classics like vegetables and eat them quickly. 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。 I was so excited to cover a new adventure to Qomolangma when I was a journalist. Yet things didn’t ___21___ the way I wanted — Once I got of the vehicle at the base camp, I was ___22___ by dizziness (眩晕) and shortness of breath — ___23___ of mountain sickness. Even the act of taking a few steps demanded an extraordinary amount of ___24___. At that moment, a question ___25___ within me: Why do people keep climbing Mount Qomolangma? When asked this question, British mountaineer George Mallory gave his famous ___26___: Because it’s there. Mallory reminds me of countless climbers who have put their lives at risk to ___27___ the mountain’s towering height with their own footsteps. They ___28___ an almost vertical (垂直的) wall close to the top. It is so difficult to find ___29___ points for climbing that the earliest climbers thought no one could get past the wall. In 1960, Liu Lianman, a Chinese climber, ___30___ to let his teammates step on his shoulders to cross the wall. Already ___31___, he gathered all his strength to uplift his teammates. Though his ___32___ did not appear on the list of those who reached the top, Liu is undoubtedly a true ___33___. I recalled the interview with Dong Hongjuan, the first woman to conquer 14 mountains above 8,000 meters, who ___34___ understands how small humans are compared to nature. She told me, “I never felt I conquered those mountains; it’s just that the mountains ___35___ me.” 21. A. turn out B. turn in C. turn down D. turn to 22. A. drawn B. abandoned C. overcome D. sheltered 23. A. symbols B. signs C. manners D. causes 24. A. patience B. effort C. knowledge D. practice 25. A. ended B. expanded C. arose D. returned 26. A. reply B. suggestion C. resolution D. guidance 27. A. occupy B. measure C. confirm D. protect 28. A. run into B. depend on C. pull down D. put up 29. A. checking B. viewing C. starting D. supporting 30. A. hesitated B. pretended C. happened D. offered 31. A. starved B. heart-broken C. worn-out D. annoyed 32. A. motive B. achievement C. teammate D. name 33. A. hero B. champion C. genius D. pioneer 34. A. fortunately B. eagerly C. deeply D. merely 35. A. defeated B. discovered C. prohibited D. accepted 第二节（共10小题；每题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。 White Dew, the 15th solar term in ____36____ 24 solar terms of Chinese tradition, marks the end of early autumn and signals the transition to mid-autumn — a period ____37____ the heat-cold balance undergoes a dramatic shift. It arrives when the sun, after a journey across the celestial (天体的) sphere, reaches the longitude of 165 degrees, ____38____ (occur) annually between September 7th and 9th, a timing determined by ancient astronomical observations guiding agricultural activities for millennia (千年). During this term, sweltering summer heat fades, and the air, once humid, becomes far ____39____ (fresh) than before, carrying a crisp coolness in morning mist and evening breeze. The widening temperature gap ____40____ day and night — often over 10°C — causes water vapor to condense into tiny glistening droplets on leaves, their radiance in morning sunlight inspiring the ____41____ (poet) name “White Dew” passed down for generations. Across China, diverse customs link to White Dew. In Nanjing, connoisseurs (行家) savor freshly picked White Dew Tea, whose flavor ____42____ (characterize) by mellow sweetness and subtle floral notes. In Fuzhou, ____43____ (local) follow the tradition of eating sweet longans, convinced that these fruits nourish the body, alleviate fatigue, and enhance blood circulation-a belief rooted in TCM (传统中医) principles. As weather cools, experts recommend adjusting clothing timely, especially after sunset ____44____ (avoid) chills, and emphasize maintaining adequate warm water intake ____45____ (be) key to preventing respiratory dryness from autumn dryness. 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 春夏之交，自然灾害进入多发期。假定你是校英文报“Health and Life”栏目编辑，请你写一封倡议书，呼吁同学们增强安全意识，学会自我保护。 内容要点： 1. 提高防灾意识； 2. 学习自救方法； 3. 发出倡议。 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 fellow students, As spring turns into summer, natural disasters are becoming more frequent. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours sincerely, Editor of Health and Life 第二节（满分25分） 47. 阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。 The Scholarship Jacket Each year, my school awarded a green and gold scholarship jacket to the top graduate with the highest grades over eight years. As a straight-A student since my first year, I was determined to win it. Raised by my grandparents on a small farm, money was always tight — we simply could not afford fees or trips for any sports events. I knew the sports jacket was out of my reach, so the scholarship jacket was my only chance. However, one afternoon, I accidentally overheard my teachers arguing in the classroom. Mr. Smith was angrily defending my academic record, “Martha deserves the jacket!” Yet, Mr. Bonne responded calmly, “But Joan’s father is on the) Board. We could say it was a close tie and...” The rest of his words were drowned out by the pounding in my ears. I stood frozen, feeling my dream shatter in the face of cruel injustice. The next day, the principal called me in. Avoiding eye contact, he awkwardly explained a new “policy” to me: the Board would charge fifteen dollars for the jacket this year. “If you can’t pay,” he declared, “it will go to the next one in line.” Shocked as I was, I refused to give in without a word. Mustering all my dignity, I replied, “I’ll speak to my grandpa and let you know tomorrow.” Grandpa was working in the bean field when I found him. Voice shaky, I blurted out the news about the fifteen-dollar fee. “I have to take the money tomorrow, otherwise it’ll be given to someone else.” Grandpa paused, straightened his weary back, and rested his chin on the hoe (锄头) handle. He gazed at the green shoots before turning to me. “What does a scholarship jacket mean? ” he asked quietly. “It means you’ve earned it by having the highest grades for eight years,” I answered without hesitation. “Then if you pay for it, it’s not a scholarship jacket, is it?” Grandpa said, driving his hoe firmly into the soil. “Tell your principal I won’t pay.” I walked back to the house and locked myself in the bathroom for a long time. I was angry with the Board for changing the rule; and I was angry with grandfather even though I knew he was right. 注意：1. 所续写短文的词数应为150左右； 2. 续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好。 The next day, with a heavy heart, I almost dragged myself into the principal’s office. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ At the end of the day, Mr. Smith brought me the news about the scholarship jacket. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $