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高三英语 注意事项： 1．答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号、座位号填写在答题卡上。 2．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 3．考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。 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. What does the woman want the man to do? A. Take the cake mixer to Mandy. B. Get the cake mixer back. C. Buy a cake mixer. 2. Why does the woman talk to the man? A. To change her refrigerator. B. To ask for the instructions. C. To have her refrigerator checked. 3. What problem does the man mention? A. The room is not decorated. B. There are not enough tables. C. The furniture delivery is delayed. 4. What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A. Classmates. B. Mother and son. C. Teacher and student. 5. What does the woman suggest? A. Calling for donations. B. Cutting project costs. C. Holding a concert. 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. When will Mr. Warren have the strategy meeting tomorrow? A. At 4:30 pm. B. At 3:00 pm. C. At 10:00 am. 7. What does Mr. Warren ask Jane to do? A. Attend a meeting. B. Prepare meeting materials. C. Arrange the schedule for tomorrow. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8. Why does the man go to France? A. For business. B. For sightseeing. C. For shopping. 9. Where does the man come from? A. Thailand. B. Britain. C. The Netherlands. 10. What can we learn from the conversation? A. The flight is during the day. B. The woman is good at geography. C. The man has ever been to the Netherlands. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11. What does the woman want to ask about? A. A driving test. B. Parking tips. C. The car’s condition. 12. What do we know about the car? A. Its engine is not good. B. Its brakes are broken. C. It has a serious accident. 13. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. Parking a car. B. Trading a car. C. Repairing a car. 听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。 14. What is the woman’s favorite Chinese kung fu? A. Tai chi. B. Wing Chun. C. Shaolin kung fu. 15. How does the man like Drunken Boxing? A. It is predictable. B. It is graceful. C. It is interesting. 16. What does Chinese kung fu promote according to the man? A. Discipline and respect. B. Imbalance and adjustment. C. Self-sacrifice and self-control. 17. What is the speakers’ attitude to Chinese kung fu? A. Appreciative. B. Critical. C. Indifferent. 听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。 18. What is the main purpose of New York City’s road pricing? A. To ease economic pressure. B. To decrease pollution. C. To reduce car use. 19. How much do passenger vehicles pay during peak hours? A. $2. 25. B. $9. C. $11. 25. 20. Why do some people support road pricing? A. It helps businesses grow. B. It reduces traffic and pollution. C. It benefits high-income drivers. 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 What’s On We offer a range of free public activities about earth science throughout the year. Exhibitions — From Magma To Magnets Discover the work of earth scientists studying ancient magma chambers (岩浆房) in Greenland, in this new display. How do minerals rich in rare earth elements form? What makes some minerals critical and not others? Why are they in the news so often? Discover the work of a small team of earth scientists at the University of Cambridge, who study minerals that formed in magma chambers millions of years ago in Greenland. Greenland Rock Explorers Drop in for some fun with us, investigating fascinating igneous (火成的) rocks from Greenland. The rocks contain rare earth elements, which are important components of electric vehicles, and devices such as mobile phones and laptops. Handle these rocks that have been gathered by researchers from the Department of Earth Sciences, and see the rocks shine under UV light. Earth Sciences Fair Drop in and meet our scientists from the Department of Earth Sciences, University of Cambridge. Get stuck into fun, hands-on activities relating to their work, and find out what it’s like to research volcanoes, earthquakes, fossils, meteorites and more. Use powerful microscopes to investigate tiny fossils of plants and animals that lived thousands of years ago. Find out how these microfossils help us learn about past climates and environments. Staff Favourites Tours Come and be inspired by the displays and objects that our staff love. Giant deer, fossil fish teeth, the rocks that built Cambridge... just some of the specimens on display that our staff can’t wait to discuss with you. Beware, their enthusiasm is infectious! Drop into our shop to book your free place on the tour. 1. What can you do at the Greenland Rock Explorers? A. Compare rocks from different planets. B. Study rocks under the guidance of experts. C. Examine rock samples collected by scientists. D. Create fascinating models of magma chambers. 2. What is a feature of the Earth Sciences Fair? A. It highlights the latest research on fossils. B. It combines learning with direct experience. C. It targets professional researchers. D. It focuses on theoretical lectures. 3. What does the four activities have in common? A. They need to pay an admission fee. B. They require people to make a reservation. C. All are suitable for earth science enthusiasts. D. All attach importance to scientists’ involvement. 【答案】1. C 2. B 3. C 【解析】 【导语】本文主要介绍了剑桥大学地球科学系全年提供的一系列免费的地球科学公共活动，包括展览、岩石探索、科学博览会和员工精选导览等相关内容。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据Greenland Rock Explorers部分“Handle these rocks that have been gathered by researchers from the Department of Earth Sciences, and see the rocks shine under UV light. (触摸这些由地球科学系研究人员收集的岩石，看看这些岩石在紫外线下如何发光。)”可知，在格陵兰岩石探索活动中，你可以检查科学家收集的岩石样本。 【2题详解】 推理判断题。根据Earth Sciences Fair部分“Get stuck into fun, hands-on activities relating to their work, and find out what it’s like to research volcanoes, earthquakes, fossils, meteorites and more. (参与与他们工作相关的有趣的实践活动，了解研究火山、地震、化石、陨石等是什么样的体验。)”可知，地球科学博览会的特点是将学习与直接体验相结合。 【3题详解】  推理判断题。根据第一段“We offer a range of free public activities about earth science throughout the year. (我们全年提供一系列关于地球科学的免费公共活动。)”以及四项活动的具体内容可知，这四项活动都适合地球科学爱好者。 B In 2003, a young Swiss researcher named Martin Surbeck found himself lost and very tired while walking through the thick, perilous jungle of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Just weeks before, he had answered an advertisement for a field assistant, eager for the rare chance to study bonobos, a type of animal that is hard to find. However, as he walked slowly through the very hot weather, crossed chest-high rivers, and dodged the sharp spikes of the local plants, he began to deeply regret his decision. “What the heck am I doing here?” he wondered, feeling completely alone. Despite his doubts, Surbeck continued his hard journey. Following the shy animals from below, he tracked them along a new path high up in the trees. Suddenly, the thick forest opened up to reveal a beautiful pond covered with water lilies. Surbeck watched in amazement as the bonobos stepped into the water, pulling up and eating the floating plants like chic party guests enjoying small snacks. That single, beautiful moment permanently hooked him on studying the species. Today, Surbeck is an associate professor at Harvard University, having spent a lot of time observing wild bonobos. His important fieldwork changes the old belief that these animals are completely peaceful. Instead, he has seen highly complex societies led by females. In these social groups, strong female groups work together to keep the males in line, and mothers play a big role in helping their sons find good mates. Bonobos, along with chimpanzees, are humanity’s closest living relatives. Standing three to four feet tall, they are the smallest of the great apes and use advanced communication, including symbols, hand signs, and sounds. Sadly, they are in great danger; habitat loss and illegal hunting have reduced their wild population to just 10,000 to 50,000 individuals, which are found only within the DRC. Surbeck’s continuous research is very important. By tracking these long-lived animals over many years, his work goes beyond limited studies in zoos, allowing scientists to see how individuals change over time and constantly reshape our understanding of their true nature. 4. Why did Surbeck regret his decision to go to the DRC? A. He felt a little homesick. B. He failed to find bonobos as planned. C. His company didn’t pay enough for him. D. The local environment and weather were very terrible. 5. What does the underlined word “chic” in paragraph 2 probably mean? A. Elegant. B. Odd. C. Rigid. D. Retired. 6. What can be concluded about bonobos’ female-dominated social structure? A. It is a usual phenomenon among animals. B. It contradicts people’s traditional opinion. C. It shows bonobos’ high intelligence. D. It is a learned social pattern. 7. What does the last paragraph mainly talk about concerning Surbeck’s work? A. Its great significance. B. Its potential limitations. C. Its unique methods. D. Its appeal to more scientists. 【答案】4. D 5. A 6. B 7. A 【解析】 【导语】文章主要讲述了瑞士研究员Martin Surbeck在刚果民主共和国研究倭黑猩猩的经历，以及他长期野外观察所揭示的倭黑猩猩社会结构新发现，强调了其研究工作的重要意义。 【4题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段“However, as he walked slowly through the very hot weather, crossed chest-high rivers, and dodged the sharp spikes of the local plants, he began to deeply regret his decision.(然而，当他缓慢地穿行在酷热的天气中，渡过齐胸深的河流，躲避当地植物的尖刺时，他开始深深后悔自己的决定)”可知，Surbeck后悔是因为当地的环境和天气极其恶劣。 【5题详解】 词句猜测题。根据划线词所在句“Surbeck watched in amazement as the bonobos stepped into the water, pulling up and eating the floating plants like chic party guests enjoying small snacks.(Surbeck惊讶地看着倭黑猩猩步入水中，拔起并食用漂浮的植物，就像chic的派对宾客享用小点心一样)”可推知，此处将倭黑猩猩比作参加派对的宾客，chic应形容宾客的优雅得体，与elegant“优雅的”含义相近。 【6题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段“His important fieldwork changes the old belief that these animals are completely peaceful. Instead, he has seen highly complex societies led by females.(他重要的野外工作改变了人们认为这些动物完全和平的旧有观念。相反，他发现了由雌性领导的极其复杂的社会)”可知，雌性主导的社会结构与人们传统观点相矛盾。 【7题详解】 主旨大意题。根据最后一段“Surbeck’s continuous research is very important. By tracking these long-lived animals over many years, his work goes beyond limited studies in zoos, allowing scientists to see how individuals change over time and constantly reshape our understanding of their true nature.(Surbeck的持续研究非常重要。通过对这些长寿动物进行多年跟踪观察，他的研究超越了动物园内的有限研究范畴，使科学家能够观察到个体随时间的变化，并不断深化我们对它们真实本性的理解)”可知，最后一段主要论述Surbeck工作的重大意义。 C A large international collaboration between researchers at the University of Huddersfield and the University of Southampton has shed new light on when and how modern humans first settled New Guinea and Australia. The project combined archaeogenetics and maritime archaeology, with genetic analysis led by Professor Martin Richards. During the last Ice Age, sea levels were far lower, and New Guinea and Australia formed a single landmass known as Sahul. Scientists have long debated when humans first reached this region and which routes they followed. To address this, the team integrated evidence from genetics, archaeology, earth science, and oceanography to reconstruct early migration patterns. Although it is widely accepted that the ancestors of New Guineans and Aboriginal Australians have lived in Sahul for tens of thousands of years, the timing of their arrival remains disputed. The “long chronology” proposes settlement around 60,000 years ago, while the “short chronology” suggests a later date of 45,000-50,000 years ago. To test these theories, researchers analyzed nearly 2,500 mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) genomes from populations in Sahul, Southeast Asia, and the western Pacific. Because mtDNA is passed down from mothers and accumulates mutations (变异) over time, it allows scientists to track deep ancestral lineages (血统). Using a “molecular clock” approach, they dated the oldest lineages unique to Aboriginal Australians and New Guineans to about 60,000 years ago, supporting the long chronology. The data also revealed multiple migration routes. While many lineages trace to northern Southeast Asia, including northern Indonesia and the Philippines, others originate from southern regions such as Malaysia and Indochina. This suggests that early humans entered Sahul via at least two distinct pathways. These findings agree with archaeological and environmental evidence, strengthening the case for an earlier human arrival. However, researchers note that molecular clock estimates remain open to revision. Future work, including whole-genome analysis and the potential recovery of ancient DNA, may further improve our understanding of this remarkable early migration. 8. What is the main purpose of the research mentioned in the text? A. To compare different genetic analysis methods. B. To examine climate change during the Ice Age. C. To study cultural traditions of Aboriginal Australians. D. To determine the situation of first human settlement in Sahul. 9. What can we say about the role of mtDNA genomes data according to the text? A. It reveals that scientists face severe errors. B. It provides evidence for scientists’ theories. C. It can predict the trends of human lineages. D. It proves that mtDNA changes rapidly over time. 10. What can we learn about early human migration to Sahul? A. It was limited to northern Southeast Asia. B. It began approximately 45,000-50,000 years ago. C. It likely involved multiple routes from different regions. D. It happened after pleasant environmental conditions. 11. Which of the following can be a suitable title for the text? A. Remapping Humanity’s Early Migration B. The Argument over the Age of Sahul Continent C. Cultural Differences Between Early Human Groups D. Debating the Timing of Human Departure from Sahul 【答案】8. D 9. B 10. C 11. A 【解析】 【导语】文章主要介绍了一项国际合作研究，探究现代人类最初定居新几内亚和澳大利亚的时间与方式，对比了不同定居时间理论，并借助线粒体DNA分析得出相关迁移结论。 【8题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段“A large international collaboration between researchers at the University of Huddersfield and the University of Southampton has shed new light on when and how modern humans first settled New Guinea and Australia.(哈德斯菲尔德大学与南安普顿大学的研究人员开展的一项大型国际合作研究，为现代人类首次定居新几内亚和澳大利亚的时间与方式提供了新线索。)”以及第二段“During the last Ice Age, sea levels were far lower, and New Guinea and Australia formed a single landmass known as Sahul. Scientists have long debated when humans first reached this region and which routes they followed. To address this, the team integrated evidence from genetics, archaeology, earth science, and oceanography to reconstruct early migration patterns.(在末次冰河时期，海平面要低得多，新几内亚岛与澳大利亚连成了一块被称作萨胡尔大陆的完整陆地。长期以来，科学家一直在争论人类首次抵达该地区的时间以及所走路线。为解决这一问题，该团队综合多领域证据重现早期迁徙模式。)”可知，这项研究旨在弄清人类首次在萨胡尔大陆定居的相关情况。 【9题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段“To test these theories, researchers analyzed nearly 2,500 mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) genomes from populations in Sahul, Southeast Asia, and the western Pacific. Because mtDNA is passed down from mothers and accumulates mutations (变异) over time, it allows scientists to track deep ancestral lineages (血统). Using a “molecular clock” approach, they dated the oldest lineages unique to Aboriginal Australians and New Guineans to about 60,000 years ago, supporting the long chronology.(为了验证这些理论，研究人员分析了来自萨胡尔大陆、东南亚以及西太平洋族群的近 2500 个线粒体 DNA（mtDNA）基因组。 由于线粒体 DNA经由母系遗传，且会随着时间不断积累基因突变，因此科学家可以借此追溯远古祖先的血脉谱系。研究人员利用“分子钟”法测算出澳大利亚原住民和新几内亚人独有的最古老血统距今约6万年，佐证了长期年表学说。)”可知，线粒体DNA基因组数据为科学家的相关理论提供了证据支持。 【10题详解】 细节理解题。根据第五段“The data also revealed multiple migration routes.(数据还揭示了多条迁徙路线。)”以及“This suggests that early humans entered Sahul via at least two distinct pathways.(这表明早期人类至少通过两条不同路径进入萨胡尔大陆。)”可知，早期人类迁往萨胡尔大陆很可能有着来自不同地区的多条迁徙路线。 【11题详解】 主旨大意题。根据第一段“A large international collaboration between researchers at the University of Huddersfield and the University of Southampton has shed new light on when and how modern humans first settled New Guinea and Australia.(哈德斯菲尔德大学与南安普顿大学的研究人员开展的一项大型国际合作研究，为现代人类首次定居新几内亚和澳大利亚的时间与方式提供了新线索。)”、第二段“Scientists have long debated when humans first reached this region and which routes they followed. To address this, the team integrated evidence from genetics, archaeology, earth science, and oceanography to reconstruct early migration patterns.(长期以来，科学家一直在争论人类首次抵达该地区的时间以及所走路线。为解决这一问题，该团队综合多领域证据重现早期迁徙模式。)”以及第五段“The data also revealed multiple migration routes.(数据还揭示了多条迁徙路线。)”可知，全文围绕人类最早定居时间、迁徙路线展开，重新梳理远古人类迁徙过程，A选项“Remapping Humanity’s Early Migration(重新绘制人类早期迁徙历程)”最能概括文章大意。 D Few phrases feel more comforting than “I agree”. It signals that our thinking is accepted by someone else. But when agreement comes from a machine, the situation becomes different. A recent study on “sycophantic AI” highlights this issue. Researchers found that some language models can adjust their responses to fit a user’s beliefs and avoid contradicting them. These interactions may still feel thoughtful and helpful, which is exactly why they can be so convincing. Yet the effect differs from real human discussion, where ideas are often tested rather than simply supported. Good conversation usually contains some division. Ideas meet opposing views that push us to think more clearly. Sycophantic AI changes this process. Instead of real dialogue, the model often mirrors the user’s viewpoint and steers the conversation in satisfying directions. From the user’s perspective, the exchange seems natural and intelligent, creating the impression that the model understands the reasoning being shared. Over time, however, this agreement may strengthen confidence in an idea without improving understanding. To examine this effect, researchers used a rule-discovery puzzle. When feedback (反馈) matched the correct rule, participants gradually reached the right answer. But when feedback quietly supported the participant’s initial idea — even if it was wrong — discovery rates dropped sharply while confidence increased. Nothing false was added. Instead, the interaction reinforced existing beliefs and removed the contradiction that normally sharpens judgment. This pattern can also appear in real life. While exploring a possible business opportunity, I once found that a language model reflected my reasoning and helped build a story that made the idea seem increasingly promising. Each step felt logical and encouraging, yet the final outcome turned out very different. The model had not invented facts; it simply followed my expectations and filled in gaps that supported them. Human knowledge has long grown through debate, evidence, and disagreement. The risk of sycophantic AI isn’t simply that it agrees with us. It’s that agreement can quietly replace the resistance that makes thinking effective and reliable. Therefore, the responsibility for maintaining that resistance may increasingly fall on users. After all, the conversations that sharpen our thinking rarely begin with agreement. 12. What can we know about sycophantic AI from paragraph 2? A. It makes conversations less persuasive. B. It helps users debate and improve their ideas. C. It supports users’ views to avoid disagreements. D. It encourages users to reexamine their own ideas. 13. Why did participants become less successful in finding the correct rule? A. The feedback strengthened their beliefs instead of challenging them. B. The puzzle grew increasingly complex as the research continued. C. The researchers gave participants some false information. D. The participants lacked confidence in their own reasoning. 14. What can we infer from the author’s personal experience in paragraph 5? A. AI can help people achieve business success easily. B. AI may give a false sense of reliability to one’s ideas. C. AI’s advice is obviously different from human advice. D. Language models are helpful in finding business opportunities. 15. What is the author’s suggestion for AI users? A. Prioritize the quality of tasks. B. Enhance the ability to take risks. C. Engage in regular self-reflection practices. D. Learn to question and improve critical thinking. 【答案】12. C 13. A 14. B 15. D 【解析】 【导语】本文探讨了“谄媚型AI”对人类思维的潜在危害。 【12题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第二段中的句子“A recent study on “sycophantic AI” highlights this issue. Researchers found that some language models can adjust their responses to fit a user’s beliefs and avoid contradicting them.(最近一项关于“谄媚型人工智能”的研究突出了这一问题。研究人员发现，一些语言模型可以调整它们的回应以适应用户的信念，避免与用户产生矛盾。)”可知，谄媚型AI会支持用户的观点以避免分歧。 【13题详解】 细节理解题。根据文章第四段中的句子“But when feedback quietly supported the participant’s initial idea — even if it was wrong — discovery rates dropped sharply while confidence increased. Nothing false was added. Instead, the interaction reinforced existing beliefs and removed the contradiction that normally sharpens judgment.(但是，当反馈悄悄地支持参与者的最初想法时——即使它是错误的——发现率急剧下降，而信心却增加了。没有添加任何虚假内容。相反，这种互动强化了现有的信念，并消除了通常会增强判断力的矛盾。)”可知，参与者成功找到正确规则的概率降低是因为反馈强化了他们的信念，而不是挑战他们的信念。 【14题详解】 推理判断题。根据文章第五段中的句子“Each step felt logical and encouraging, yet the final outcome turned out very different. The model had not invented facts; it simply followed my expectations and filled in gaps that supported them.(每一步都感觉合乎逻辑且令人鼓舞，但最终结果却大相径庭。这个模型没有编造事实；它只是遵循我的期望，填补了支持这些期望的空白。)”可知，作者的个人经历表明AI可能会给人一种想法可靠的错误感觉。 【15题详解】 推理判断题。根据文章最后一段中的句子“The risk of sycophantic AI isn’t simply that it agrees with us. It’s that agreement can quietly replace the resistance that makes thinking effective and reliable. Therefore, the responsibility for maintaining that resistance may increasingly fall on users. After all, the conversations that sharpen our thinking rarely begin with agreement.(人工智能谄媚的风险不仅仅在于它同意我们的观点。正是这种一致可以悄然取代阻力，使思考变得有效和可靠。因此，维持这种抵制的责任可能越来越多地落在用户身上。毕竟，能够提高我们思维的对话很少是在达成一致的情况下开始的。)”可知，作者建议AI用户学会质疑，提高批判性思维能力。 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。 After a bad car rental experience, I kept reading online reviews even after it ended. Many people do this with hotels, or movies after making a choice. ____16____, so why continue? This habit may seem pointless, but it reveals how we try to understand our experiences, especially negative ones, and make sense of what happened afterwards. ____17____. This feeling, called post-decision dissonance, occurs when we wonder if another choice might have been better. Even small selection can cause this discomfort. Often called “buyer’s remorse”, it is not limited to shopping. It can arise whenever we choose one path and give up others, leaving us unsure about our option. Because of this discomfort, we often turn to reviews to make sense of what happened. For example, after my car rental problem, I wasn’t seeking advice. Instead, I wanted comfort. ____18____. In this way, reviews help us change the story we tell ourselves, reducing our suspicions about past choices. People also look for validation and social proof. We want to know whether others had similar experiences and whether our reactions were “right”. Reviews help us compare our feelings with those of others, and confirmation bias also influences us. We tend to read opinions that agree with us, whether positive or negative. ____19____. Ultimately, reading reviews after an experience is not about learning new facts. It is about managing our feelings. ____20____. This habit shows that people want reassurance, a sense of belonging, and a clear story about their experiences. Rather than seeking information, we are really seeking emotional comfort and closure. A. We are no longer gathering useful information B. After making a decision, people often feel inner conflict C. We keep reflecting on choices to improve future decisions D. We try to reduce doubt, confirm our views, and feel understood E. We expect to feel more confident about what we already believe F. Reading negative reviews helped me feel that the problem was not just my fault G. It shows something important about how we compare our experiences with others’ 【答案】16. A 17. B 18. F 19. E 20. D 【解析】 【导语】本文主要介绍人们消费后仍翻看评价的行为，解读背后心理原因，说明此举是为调节情绪、获得心理慰藉。 【16题详解】 根据上文“After a bad car rental experience, I kept reading online reviews even after it ended. Many people do this with hotels, or movies after making a choice. (一次糟糕的租车经历过后，即便事情已经结束，我还是会一直看线上评价。很多人在选定酒店、看完电影后也会这样做。)”以及后文“so why continue? (那为什么还要继续呢？)”可知，此处衔接前文行为，说明此时看评价已无实际用处，承接后文反问。A选项“We are no longer gathering useful information (我们不再是在收集有用的信息)”贴合语境，衔接前后逻辑顺畅。 【17题详解】 根据后文“This feeling, called post-decision dissonance, occurs when we wonder if another choice might have been better. (这种感受被称为决策后失调，当我们怀疑另一个选择或许会更好时就会出现。)”可知，空处需要引出决策后产生的负面心理感受。B选项“After making a decision, people often feel inner conflict (人们在做出决定后，常常会产生内心矛盾)”引出后文专属心理名词，呼应后文负面感受，贴合段落主旨。 【18题详解】 根据前文“For example, after my car rental problem, I wasn’t seeking for advice. Instead, I wanted comfort. (比如，我遭遇租车问题后，并不是在寻求建议，而是想要心理慰藉。)”以及后文“In this way, reviews help us change the story we tell ourselves, reducing our suspicions about past choices. (通过这种方式，评价能帮我们平复心态，打消对过往选择的疑虑。)”可知，空处贴合租车事例，说明翻看负面评价带来的慰藉作用。F选项“Reading negative reviews helped me feel that the problem was not just my fault (翻看负面评价让我觉得问题不只是我的错)”贴合举例语境，衔接前后内容。 【19题详解】 根据前文“We tend to read opinions that agree with us, whether positive or negative.(我们倾向于阅读和自己观点一致的评论，无论这些评论是正面的还是负面的)”可知，空处承接前文，说明从众、印证自我观点的心理行为。E选项“We expect to feel more confident about what we already believe (我们希望让自己原本的想法更加笃定)”呼应前文贴合自身喜好读评论的行为，逻辑连贯。 【20题详解】 根据前文“It is about managing our feelings. (这是为了调节自身情绪。)”以及后文“This habit shows that people want reassurance, a sense of belonging, and a clear story about their experiences. (这种习惯体现出人们渴望安心、归属感和清晰的经历心理闭环。)”可知，空处承接调节情绪的核心，具体说明对应的心理诉求行为。D选项“We try to reduce doubt, confirm our views, and feel understood (我们试图打消疑虑、印证观点、获得被理解的感受)”衔接前后情绪管理与心理诉求，贴合语境。 第三部分语言运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 At 79, I lived alone in Chicago, with my son in California and my daughter with granddaughters in New England. Old friends had either moved away or passed on, so my children often ____21____ me to move, but I thought it ____22____ — I was no young girl in an old neighborhood, but a lifelong Chicagoan. Born and raised there, I couldn’t ____23____ to leave my home and beloved things. Yet an unexpected hospital stay made me rethink. Activities alone grew boring, and I couldn’t ____24____ my old lifestyle on a fixed income, which ____25____ me deeply and trapped me in regret. I didn’t want to become a ____26____. I was finally convinced to ____27____. California was not a feasible ____28____ due to my son’s frequent trips, so I chose my daughter’s Massachusetts town with affordable senior living. Selling my house was ____29____, as I had to sort lifelong possessions into three piles and abandon many. Finally, I drove east, wishing not to get lost. After a smooth trip, I ____30____ with my daughter. At first, I faced ____31____ with unfamiliar streets, but New Englanders were friendly; I interpreted their kindness as a ____32____. I made new friends, took gym classes and embraced local sports. I was truly happy with my family around and a new great-granddaughter. One door closed, and another ____33____. All it took was the first step, and I’m glad I took it. ____34____, it showed me letting go of the familiar can ____35____ unexpected happiness and a brand-new life. 21. A. warned B. urged C. taught D. hated 22. A. ridiculous B. rare C. undeniable D. complicated 23. A. afford B. offer C. manage D. bear 24. A. sustain B. quit C. overlook D. admire 25. A. fueled B. weighed C. moved D. annoyed 26. A. real deal B. dead loss C. tough nut D. small fry 27. A. hold on B. start over C. slow down D. get around 28. A. goal B. excuse C. assumption D. option 29. A. breathtaking B. low-profile C. pocket-friendly D. heartbreaking 30. A. reunited B. collaborated C. corresponded D. communicated 31. A. expectation B. confusion C. responsibility D. prejudice 32. A. challenge B. reminder C. welcome D. demand 33. A. unfolded B. narrowed C. transformed D. faded 34. A. Suddenly B. Initially C. Essentially D. Undoubtedly 35. A. dismiss B. replace C. yield D. assess 【答案】21. B 22. A 23. D 24. A 25. B 26. C 27. B 28. D 29. D 30. A 31. B 32. C 33. A 34. D 35. C 【解析】 【导语】文章主要讲述了一位79岁的老人在子女劝说下离开独居多年的芝加哥，搬到新英格兰与女儿团聚，最终开启全新幸福生活的故事。 【21题详解】 考查动词。句意：老朋友们要么搬走了，要么去世了，我的孩子们经常催促我搬家，但我觉得这很荒谬——我不是老街区里的年轻女孩，而是一个终身住在芝加哥的芝加哥人。A. warned警告；B. urged催促，力劝；C. taught教；D. hated讨厌。根据上文“Old friends had either moved away or passed on”可知，老朋友要么搬走要么去世了，所以孩子们经常催促我搬家。 【22题详解】 考查形容词。句意：老朋友们要么搬走了，要么去世了，我的孩子们经常催促我搬家，但我觉得这很荒谬——我不是老街区里的年轻女孩，而是一个终身住在芝加哥的芝加哥人。A. ridiculous荒谬的；B. rare稀有的；C. undeniable不可否认的；D. complicated复杂的。根据下文“I was no young girl in an old neighborhood, but a lifelong Chicagoan”可知，作者认为搬家这个想法是荒谬的。 【23题详解】 考查动词。句意：在那里出生并长大，我无法忍受离开我的家和心爱之物。A. afford负担得起；B. offer提供；C. manage设法；D. bear忍受。根据上文“Born and raised there”可知，作者在芝加哥出生长大，所以无法忍受离开。 【24题详解】 考查动词。句意：独自活动变得无聊，而且靠固定收入我无法维持以前的生活方式，这深深地压在我心头，使我陷入悔恨之中。A. sustain维持；B. quit放弃；C. overlook忽视；D. admire钦佩。根据下文“my old lifestyle on a fixed income”可知，靠固定收入无法维持以前的生活方式。 【25题详解】 考查动词。句意：独自活动变得无聊，而且靠固定收入我无法维持以前的生活方式，这深深地压在我心头，使我陷入悔恨之中。A. fueled加剧；B. weighed重压，使焦虑；C. moved感动；D. annoyed惹恼。根据下文“trapped me in regret”可知，这种情况重压在作者心头。 【26题详解】 考查名词短语（习语）。句意：我不想成为一个负担。A. real deal货真价实的人；B. dead loss无用的人，累赘；C. tough nut难对付的人；D. small fry小人物，不重要的人。根据上文“Activities alone grew boring, and I couldn’t ________my old lifestyle on a fixed income, which ________me deeply and trapped me in regret.”以及下文“I was finally convinced to ________.”可知，作者独居生活变得无聊，靠固定收入无法维持旧日生活方式，深陷悔恨之中，不想继续这样下去成为子女的累赘，所以最终决定重新开始。 【27题详解】 考查动词短语。句意：我最终被说服重新开始。A. hold on坚持；B. start over重新开始；C. slow down放慢；D. get around四处走动。根据上文“I didn’t want to become a ________.”以及下文“California was not a feasible ________ due to my son’s frequent trips, so I chose my daughter’s Massachusetts town with affordable senior living.”可知，作者不想成为负担，最终决定搬到女儿所在的小镇，这意味着要重新开始新生活。 【28题详解】 考查名词。句意：由于儿子经常出差，加利福尼亚不是一个可行的选择，所以我选择了女儿所在的马萨诸塞州小镇，那里有负担得起的老年公寓。A. goal目标；B. excuse借口；C. assumption假设；D. option选择。根据下文“so I chose my daughter’s Massachusetts town”可知，加利福尼亚不是一个可行的选择。 【29题详解】 考查形容词。句意：卖掉我的房子令人心碎，因为我必须把一生的财产分成三堆，并舍弃很多。A. breathtaking令人惊叹的；B. low-profile低调的；C. pocket-friendly便宜的；D. heartbreaking令人心碎的。根据下文“as I had to sort lifelong possessions into three piles and abandon many”可知，卖掉房子是令人心碎的。 【30题详解】 考查动词。句意：旅途顺利后，我与女儿团聚了。A. reunited团聚；B. collaborated合作；C. corresponded通信；D. communicated交流。根据上文“Finally, I drove east”可知，作者开车东行后与女儿团聚。 【31题详解】 考查名词。句意：起初，面对不熟悉的街道我感到困惑，但新英格兰人很友好。 A. expectation期望；B. confusion困惑；C. responsibility责任；D. prejudice偏见。根据下文“with unfamiliar streets”可知，面对不熟悉的街道作者感到困惑。 【32题详解】 考查名词。句意：我把他们的善意理解为一种欢迎。A. challenge挑战；B. reminder提醒；C. welcome欢迎；D. demand要求。根据上文“New Englanders were friendly”可知，作者把他们的友好理解为欢迎。 【33题详解】 考查动词。句意：一扇门关闭了，另一扇门打开了。A. unfolded展开，打开；B. narrowed变窄；C. transformed转变；D. faded消退。根据上文“One door closed, and another”可知，此处与closed对应，指另一扇门打开了。 【34题详解】 考查副词。句意：毫无疑问，它向我表明，放下熟悉的事物可以带来意想不到的幸福和全新的生活。A. Suddenly突然；B. Initially最初；C. Essentially本质上；D. Undoubtedly毫无疑问。根据下文“it showed me letting go of the familiar”可知，这是作者的总结，用毫无疑问来加强语气。 【35题详解】 考查动词。句意：毫无疑问，它向我表明，放下熟悉的事物可以带来意想不到的幸福和全新的生活。A. dismiss解雇；B. replace替代；C. yield产生，带来；D. assess评估。根据下文“unexpected happiness and a brand-new life”可知，放下熟悉的事物可以带来意想不到的幸福。 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 In ancient China, farmers cultivated more than crops; they nurtured a deep understanding of the natural world. This ancient wisdom long ____36____ (preserve) in classical Chinese agrarian texts is being revisited through contemporary allelopathy (植化相克) research, offering ____37____ refreshing view for sustainable agriculture and potentially transforming the energy sector. One leading researcher in this area is Bing Li from Beijing University of Chinese Medicine. Li’s work, recently published in Frontiers in Agronomy, ____38____ (bridge) the gap between ancient agricultural practices and modern scientific understanding, focusing on the principles of “mutual engenderment and restraint”. These principles, ____39____ describe the beneficial and inhibitory interactions between plants, are currently believed ____40____ (serve) as a cornerstone of sustainable farming practices. Allelopathy has long been studied in modern agriculture. However, Li’s research takes a ____41____ (whole) unique approach by integrating ancient Chinese theories with cutting-edge phytochemical studies. Li’s ____42____ (finding) also have values for the energy sector. As biofuels become more important, understanding the natural interaction can help energy crops grow better. This approach can help farmers increase yield, decrease the need for chemical fertilizers, ____43____ lower the environmental impact of biofuel production. For instance, certain plants can release chemicals that inhibit the growth of weeds or pests, ____44____ (reduce) the use of harmful chemicals and promoting a balanced ecosystem. As we continue to deal with the challenges of climate change and the ____45____ (insufficient) of resources, the insights from ancient Chinese texts and modern allelopathy research may well shape the future of sustainable development. 【答案】36. preserved 37. a 38. bridges 39. which 40. to serve 41. wholly 42. findings 43. and 44. reducing 45. insufficiency 【解析】 【导语】文章主要介绍了北京中医药大学的李兵（音译）将中国古代农业智慧中的“相生相克”理论与现代植化相克研究相结合，为可持续农业和能源领域提供了新视角。 【36题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：这种长期保存在中国古典农业文献中的古老智慧，正通过当代植化相克研究被重新审视，为可持续农业提供了一个全新的视角，并有可能改变能源行业。wisdom与preserve之间为被动关系，应用过去分词，作后置定语。 【37题详解】 考查冠词。句意同上。view为可数名词单数，此处表示泛指“一个全新的视角”，refreshing以辅音音素开头，应用不定冠词a。 【38题详解】 考查动词时态和主谓一致。句意：李的研究成果近期发表于《农业前沿》杂志，它成功地将古代农业实践与现代科学认知之间进行了衔接，重点阐述了“相互促进与相互制约”的原则。此处为谓语动词，主语Li’s work为不可数名词，且描述客观事实，应用一般现在时，谓语动词用第三人称单数形式。 【39题详解】 考查定语从句。句意：这些原则描述了植物之间有益和抑制的相互作用，目前被认为可以作为可持续农业实践的基石。此处引导非限制性定语从句，先行词为These principles，指物，关系词在从句中作主语，应用关系代词which引导。 【40题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意同上。固定搭配be believed to do sth.表示“被认为做某事”，应用不定式，作主语补足语。 【41题详解】 考查副词。句意：然而，李兵的研究采取了一种完全独特的方法，将中国古代理论与前沿植物化学研究相结合。此处修饰形容词unique，应用副词wholly“完全地”，作状语。故填wholly。 【42题详解】 考查名词复数。句意：李兵的研究发现对能源行业也有价值。此处为主语，应用名词形式，finding表示“研究发现”时常用复数形式，且根据谓语动词have可知，主语为复数。 【43题详解】 考查连词。句意：这种方法可以帮助农民提高产量、减少化肥需求，并降低生物燃料生产对环境的影响。increase yield、decrease the need for chemical fertilizers和lower the environmental impact为三个并列的动词短语，应用并列连词and连接。 【44题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：例如，某些植物可以释放抑制杂草或害虫生长的化学物质，减少有害化学品的使用，促进生态平衡。此处为结果状语，表示自然而然的结果，应用现在分词形式。 【45题详解】 考查名词。句意：随着我们继续应对气候变化和资源不足的挑战，中国古代文献和现代植化相克研究的见解很可能会塑造可持续发展的未来。此处与climate change并列作介词of的宾语，应用名词形式，insufficiency表示“不足、缺乏”。 第四部分写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 假定你是李华，你班的交换生Chris希望能到你家品尝中餐。请你给他写一封电子邮件，内容包括： （1）表示欢迎； （2）约定见面的时间； （3）介绍你家人准备的特色中餐。 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 Chris, ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 【答案】Dear Chris, I’m more than glad to receive your message and warmly welcome you to my home for authentic Chinese food! My parents are also looking forward to meeting you. Shall we meet at the school gate at 5:00 pm this Saturday? I will take you home directly. It’s not far from our school, and it will take us only 15 minutes by bus. My parents will prepare some typical Chinese dishes, such as dumplings, Kung Pao chicken and mapo tofu. They are famous for their great tastes and different flavors. I will also tell you about the food culture behind them during the meal. I believe you will have a pleasant and unforgettable experience. Yours, Li Hua 【解析】 【导语】交换生Chris希望能到你家品尝中餐，要求考生以李华的名义给他写一封电子邮件表示欢迎、约定见面时间并介绍打算准备的中餐。 【详解】1.词汇积累 高兴的：glad → delighted/thrilled 期待：look forward to → anticipate 不同的：different → diverse 难忘的：unforgettable → memorable 2.句式拓展 简单句变复合句 原句：My parents will prepare some typical Chinese dishes, such as dumplings, Kung Pao chicken and mapo tofu. 拓展句：My parents will prepare some typical Chinese dishes, which include dumplings, Kung Pao chicken and mapo tofu. 【点睛】【高分句型1】I believe you will have a pleasant and unforgettable experience.（运用了省略连接词that的宾语从句） 【高分句型2】 I’m more than glad to receive your message and warmly welcome you to my home for authentic Chinese food!（运用了不定式作原因状语） 第二节（满分25分） 47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 Jason was a talented boy and enthusiast for Chinese traditional culture, especially brush calligraphy. His gifted skill in calligraphy was exceptional because only after three years of practicing this art, his artwork had won first prize in the Arts Competition for Foreigners, and he had been offered a scholarship to study calligraphy in China. He had to sign up for the online course because the two countries are too distant. However, his parents dreamed of seeing him become a doctor. Jason was standing at the crossroads of his life — the choice would shape his future. He wanted to follow his own path, but also wanted to fulfil his parents’ dream. Deeply troubled, Jason could not think clearly about it. So, he decided to seek advice from the senior school advisor Gilbert, who was always thought praiseworthy for helping those in a dilemma, offering insights to the students confused about their future course, and inspiring every student to try to be flexible when facing a challenge, and to see the world from more than one perspective. Jason expressed his concern and frustration after meeting Gilbert at his office. After listening carefully, Gilbert walked to his shelf and returned with a bundle of handwritten poetry, passing it to Jason and saying, “I once wanted to be a poet. I was blessed with the ability to turn words into verses. But my mother wished for me to find a position as a consultant to help people out of distress and shine their road ahead. I could not refuse her, so I followed her wish. Over time, my poetry found a new direction — praising the virtues that kids are showing on the campus in their daily school life, appreciating teachers’ dedication during their work and lesson preparation, and inspiring the kids to seek for the truth, the goodness, and the beauty.” Gilbert paused and looked at Jason before continuing, “Life can hold more than one path. You can be good at more than one thing. Honoring your parents’ wishes brings stability and sometimes that stability helps your own dreams grow.” 注意： （1）续写词数应为150个左右； （2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Gilbert’s words struck Jason in deep thought. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ But Jason never let go of his passion. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】 Gilbert’s words struck Jason in deep thought. It seemed that he could fulfil his parents’ dream and not give up his own. Jason left Gilbert’s office, grateful to be relieved of his burden. Jason decided to follow his parents’ wishes, and agreed to dedicate his talent to studying medicine and work as a doctor. Knowing Jason’s final choice, his parents were more than proud that their son would wear the white coat, listen to patients and heal wounds and, besides, live a life where he could support himself easily. But Jason never let go of his passion. He worked during the day to earn bread and butter, and attended calligraphy online courses in his spare time to feed his spirit. Sometimes, after leaving his hospital work, he returned to his desk to practice his calligraphy. His works grew more refined, blending the precision of a doctor with the soul of an artist. Soon, his works were exhibited and admired. He became known not only for healing bodies, but also for creating art that touched hearts. Jason had realized two dreams — his parents’ and his own. 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了热爱中国传统书法的男孩Jason面临人生抉择：他渴望学习书法追寻热爱，父母却希望他成为一名医生。内心纠结的他向升学顾问Gilbert求助，顾问用自身经历告诉Jason人生不止一条道路，兼顾父母期许与个人热爱同样可行。 【详解】 1. 段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容可知，第一段可描写Jason听完话后豁然开朗，决定听从父母意愿学医。父母得知选择后十分骄傲，期待他未来成为一名医生、安稳生活。 ②由第二段首句内容可知，第二段可描写Jason在学医之余，依旧坚持线上书法课程、每日练习书法。他将医者的严谨融入书法创作，作品愈发出众，最终同时实现了父母的期盼与自己的梦想。 2. 续写线索：陷入纠结→ 寻求帮助→ 聆听建议→ 决定学医→ 坚持热爱→ 两全梦想 3.词汇激活 行为类 ① 追求：follow/pursue ② 决定：decide/determine 情绪类 ① 感激的：grateful/thankful ②自豪的 ：proud/take pride in 【点睛】【高分句型1】It seemed that he could fulfil his parents’ dream and not give up his own.(运用了that引导的表语从句) 【高分句型2】Knowing Jason’s final choice, his parents were more than proud that their son would wear the white coat, listen to patients and heal wounds and, besides, live a life where he could support himself easily.(运用了现在分词短语Knowing Jason’s final choice作状语、that引导宾语从句和where引导的定语从句) 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 高三英语 注意事项： 1．答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号、座位号填写在答题卡上。 2．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 3．考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。 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. What does the woman want the man to do? A. Take the cake mixer to Mandy. B. Get the cake mixer back. C. Buy a cake mixer. 2. Why does the woman talk to the man? A. To change her refrigerator. B. To ask for the instructions. C. To have her refrigerator checked. 3. What problem does the man mention? A. The room is not decorated. B. There are not enough tables. C. The furniture delivery is delayed. 4. What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A. Classmates. B. Mother and son. C. Teacher and student. 5. What does the woman suggest? A. Calling for donations. B. Cutting project costs. C. Holding a concert. 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. When will Mr. Warren have the strategy meeting tomorrow? A. At 4:30 pm. B. At 3:00 pm. C. At 10:00 am. 7. What does Mr. Warren ask Jane to do? A. Attend a meeting. B. Prepare meeting materials. C. Arrange the schedule for tomorrow. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8. Why does the man go to France? A. For business. B. For sightseeing. C. For shopping. 9. Where does the man come from? A. Thailand. B. Britain. C. The Netherlands. 10. What can we learn from the conversation? A. The flight is during the day. B. The woman is good at geography. C. The man has ever been to the Netherlands. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11. What does the woman want to ask about? A. A driving test. B. Parking tips. C. The car’s condition. 12. What do we know about the car? A. Its engine is not good. B. Its brakes are broken. C. It has a serious accident. 13. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. Parking a car. B. Trading a car. C. Repairing a car. 听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。 14. What is the woman’s favorite Chinese kung fu? A. Tai chi. B. Wing Chun. C. Shaolin kung fu. 15. How does the man like Drunken Boxing? A. It is predictable. B. It is graceful. C. It is interesting. 16. What does Chinese kung fu promote according to the man? A. Discipline and respect. B. Imbalance and adjustment. C. Self-sacrifice and self-control. 17. What is the speakers’ attitude to Chinese kung fu? A. Appreciative. B. Critical. C. Indifferent. 听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。 18. What is the main purpose of New York City’s road pricing? A. To ease economic pressure. B. To decrease pollution. C. To reduce car use. 19. How much do passenger vehicles pay during peak hours? A. $2. 25. B. $9. C. $11. 25. 20. Why do some people support road pricing? A. It helps businesses grow. B. It reduces traffic and pollution. C. It benefits high-income drivers. 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 What’s On We offer a range of free public activities about earth science throughout the year. Exhibitions — From Magma To Magnets Discover the work of earth scientists studying ancient magma chambers (岩浆房) in Greenland, in this new display. How do minerals rich in rare earth elements form? What makes some minerals critical and not others? Why are they in the news so often? Discover the work of a small team of earth scientists at the University of Cambridge, who study minerals that formed in magma chambers millions of years ago in Greenland. Greenland Rock Explorers Drop in for some fun with us, investigating fascinating igneous (火成的) rocks from Greenland. The rocks contain rare earth elements, which are important components of electric vehicles, and devices such as mobile phones and laptops. Handle these rocks that have been gathered by researchers from the Department of Earth Sciences, and see the rocks shine under UV light. Earth Sciences Fair Drop in and meet our scientists from the Department of Earth Sciences, University of Cambridge. Get stuck into fun, hands-on activities relating to their work, and find out what it’s like to research volcanoes, earthquakes, fossils, meteorites and more. Use powerful microscopes to investigate tiny fossils of plants and animals that lived thousands of years ago. Find out how these microfossils help us learn about past climates and environments. Staff Favourites Tours Come and be inspired by the displays and objects that our staff love. Giant deer, fossil fish teeth, the rocks that built Cambridge... just some of the specimens on display that our staff can’t wait to discuss with you. Beware, their enthusiasm is infectious! Drop into our shop to book your free place on the tour. 1. What can you do at the Greenland Rock Explorers? A. Compare rocks from different planets. B. Study rocks under the guidance of experts. C. Examine rock samples collected by scientists. D. Create fascinating models of magma chambers. 2. What is a feature of the Earth Sciences Fair? A. It highlights the latest research on fossils. B. It combines learning with direct experience. C. It targets professional researchers. D. It focuses on theoretical lectures. 3. What does the four activities have in common? A. They need to pay an admission fee. B. They require people to make a reservation. C. All are suitable for earth science enthusiasts. D. All attach importance to scientists’ involvement. B In 2003, a young Swiss researcher named Martin Surbeck found himself lost and very tired while walking through the thick, perilous jungle of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Just weeks before, he had answered an advertisement for a field assistant, eager for the rare chance to study bonobos, a type of animal that is hard to find. However, as he walked slowly through the very hot weather, crossed chest-high rivers, and dodged the sharp spikes of the local plants, he began to deeply regret his decision. “What the heck am I doing here?” he wondered, feeling completely alone. Despite his doubts, Surbeck continued his hard journey. Following the shy animals from below, he tracked them along a new path high up in the trees. Suddenly, the thick forest opened up to reveal a beautiful pond covered with water lilies. Surbeck watched in amazement as the bonobos stepped into the water, pulling up and eating the floating plants like chic party guests enjoying small snacks. That single, beautiful moment permanently hooked him on studying the species. Today, Surbeck is an associate professor at Harvard University, having spent a lot of time observing wild bonobos. His important fieldwork changes the old belief that these animals are completely peaceful. Instead, he has seen highly complex societies led by females. In these social groups, strong female groups work together to keep the males in line, and mothers play a big role in helping their sons find good mates. Bonobos, along with chimpanzees, are humanity’s closest living relatives. Standing three to four feet tall, they are the smallest of the great apes and use advanced communication, including symbols, hand signs, and sounds. Sadly, they are in great danger; habitat loss and illegal hunting have reduced their wild population to just 10,000 to 50,000 individuals, which are found only within the DRC. Surbeck’s continuous research is very important. By tracking these long-lived animals over many years, his work goes beyond limited studies in zoos, allowing scientists to see how individuals change over time and constantly reshape our understanding of their true nature. 4. Why did Surbeck regret his decision to go to the DRC? A. He felt a little homesick. B. He failed to find bonobos as planned. C. His company didn’t pay enough for him. D. The local environment and weather were very terrible. 5. What does the underlined word “chic” in paragraph 2 probably mean? A. Elegant. B. Odd. C. Rigid. D. Retired. 6. What can be concluded about bonobos’ female-dominated social structure? A. It is a usual phenomenon among animals. B. It contradicts people’s traditional opinion. C. It shows bonobos’ high intelligence. D. It is a learned social pattern. 7. What does the last paragraph mainly talk about concerning Surbeck’s work? A. Its great significance. B. Its potential limitations. C. Its unique methods. D. Its appeal to more scientists. C A large international collaboration between researchers at the University of Huddersfield and the University of Southampton has shed new light on when and how modern humans first settled New Guinea and Australia. The project combined archaeogenetics and maritime archaeology, with genetic analysis led by Professor Martin Richards. During the last Ice Age, sea levels were far lower, and New Guinea and Australia formed a single landmass known as Sahul. Scientists have long debated when humans first reached this region and which routes they followed. To address this, the team integrated evidence from genetics, archaeology, earth science, and oceanography to reconstruct early migration patterns. Although it is widely accepted that the ancestors of New Guineans and Aboriginal Australians have lived in Sahul for tens of thousands of years, the timing of their arrival remains disputed. The “long chronology” proposes settlement around 60,000 years ago, while the “short chronology” suggests a later date of 45,000-50,000 years ago. To test these theories, researchers analyzed nearly 2,500 mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) genomes from populations in Sahul, Southeast Asia, and the western Pacific. Because mtDNA is passed down from mothers and accumulates mutations (变异) over time, it allows scientists to track deep ancestral lineages (血统). Using a “molecular clock” approach, they dated the oldest lineages unique to Aboriginal Australians and New Guineans to about 60,000 years ago, supporting the long chronology. The data also revealed multiple migration routes. While many lineages trace to northern Southeast Asia, including northern Indonesia and the Philippines, others originate from southern regions such as Malaysia and Indochina. This suggests that early humans entered Sahul via at least two distinct pathways. These findings agree with archaeological and environmental evidence, strengthening the case for an earlier human arrival. However, researchers note that molecular clock estimates remain open to revision. Future work, including whole-genome analysis and the potential recovery of ancient DNA, may further improve our understanding of this remarkable early migration. 8. What is the main purpose of the research mentioned in the text? A. To compare different genetic analysis methods. B. To examine climate change during the Ice Age. C. To study cultural traditions of Aboriginal Australians. D. To determine the situation of first human settlement in Sahul. 9. What can we say about the role of mtDNA genomes data according to the text? A. It reveals that scientists face severe errors. B. It provides evidence for scientists’ theories. C. It can predict the trends of human lineages. D. It proves that mtDNA changes rapidly over time. 10. What can we learn about early human migration to Sahul? A. It was limited to northern Southeast Asia. B. It began approximately 45,000-50,000 years ago. C. It likely involved multiple routes from different regions. D. It happened after pleasant environmental conditions. 11. Which of the following can be a suitable title for the text? A. Remapping Humanity’s Early Migration B. The Argument over the Age of Sahul Continent C. Cultural Differences Between Early Human Groups D. Debating the Timing of Human Departure from Sahul D Few phrases feel more comforting than “I agree”. It signals that our thinking is accepted by someone else. But when agreement comes from a machine, the situation becomes different. A recent study on “sycophantic AI” highlights this issue. Researchers found that some language models can adjust their responses to fit a user’s beliefs and avoid contradicting them. These interactions may still feel thoughtful and helpful, which is exactly why they can be so convincing. Yet the effect differs from real human discussion, where ideas are often tested rather than simply supported. Good conversation usually contains some division. Ideas meet opposing views that push us to think more clearly. Sycophantic AI changes this process. Instead of real dialogue, the model often mirrors the user’s viewpoint and steers the conversation in satisfying directions. From the user’s perspective, the exchange seems natural and intelligent, creating the impression that the model understands the reasoning being shared. Over time, however, this agreement may strengthen confidence in an idea without improving understanding. To examine this effect, researchers used a rule-discovery puzzle. When feedback (反馈) matched the correct rule, participants gradually reached the right answer. But when feedback quietly supported the participant’s initial idea — even if it was wrong — discovery rates dropped sharply while confidence increased. Nothing false was added. Instead, the interaction reinforced existing beliefs and removed the contradiction that normally sharpens judgment. This pattern can also appear in real life. While exploring a possible business opportunity, I once found that a language model reflected my reasoning and helped build a story that made the idea seem increasingly promising. Each step felt logical and encouraging, yet the final outcome turned out very different. The model had not invented facts; it simply followed my expectations and filled in gaps that supported them. Human knowledge has long grown through debate, evidence, and disagreement. The risk of sycophantic AI isn’t simply that it agrees with us. It’s that agreement can quietly replace the resistance that makes thinking effective and reliable. Therefore, the responsibility for maintaining that resistance may increasingly fall on users. After all, the conversations that sharpen our thinking rarely begin with agreement. 12. What can we know about sycophantic AI from paragraph 2? A. It makes conversations less persuasive. B. It helps users debate and improve their ideas. C. It supports users’ views to avoid disagreements. D. It encourages users to reexamine their own ideas. 13. Why did participants become less successful in finding the correct rule? A. The feedback strengthened their beliefs instead of challenging them. B. The puzzle grew increasingly complex as the research continued. C. The researchers gave participants some false information. D. The participants lacked confidence in their own reasoning. 14. What can we infer from the author’s personal experience in paragraph 5? A. AI can help people achieve business success easily. B. AI may give a false sense of reliability to one’s ideas. C. AI’s advice is obviously different from human advice. D. Language models are helpful in finding business opportunities. 15. What is the author’s suggestion for AI users? A. Prioritize the quality of tasks. B. Enhance the ability to take risks. C. Engage in regular self-reflection practices. D. Learn to question and improve critical thinking. 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。 After a bad car rental experience, I kept reading online reviews even after it ended. Many people do this with hotels, or movies after making a choice. ____16____, so why continue? This habit may seem pointless, but it reveals how we try to understand our experiences, especially negative ones, and make sense of what happened afterwards. ____17____. This feeling, called post-decision dissonance, occurs when we wonder if another choice might have been better. Even small selection can cause this discomfort. Often called “buyer’s remorse”, it is not limited to shopping. It can arise whenever we choose one path and give up others, leaving us unsure about our option. Because of this discomfort, we often turn to reviews to make sense of what happened. For example, after my car rental problem, I wasn’t seeking advice. Instead, I wanted comfort. ____18____. In this way, reviews help us change the story we tell ourselves, reducing our suspicions about past choices. People also look for validation and social proof. We want to know whether others had similar experiences and whether our reactions were “right”. Reviews help us compare our feelings with those of others, and confirmation bias also influences us. We tend to read opinions that agree with us, whether positive or negative. ____19____. Ultimately, reading reviews after an experience is not about learning new facts. It is about managing our feelings. ____20____. This habit shows that people want reassurance, a sense of belonging, and a clear story about their experiences. Rather than seeking information, we are really seeking emotional comfort and closure. A. We are no longer gathering useful information B. After making a decision, people often feel inner conflict C. We keep reflecting on choices to improve future decisions D. We try to reduce doubt, confirm our views, and feel understood E. We expect to feel more confident about what we already believe F. Reading negative reviews helped me feel that the problem was not just my fault G. It shows something important about how we compare our experiences with others’ 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。 At 79, I lived alone in Chicago, with my son in California and my daughter with granddaughters in New England. Old friends had either moved away or passed on, so my children often ____21____ me to move, but I thought it ____22____ — I was no young girl in an old neighborhood, but a lifelong Chicagoan. Born and raised there, I couldn’t ____23____ to leave my home and beloved things. Yet an unexpected hospital stay made me rethink. Activities alone grew boring, and I couldn’t ____24____ my old lifestyle on a fixed income, which ____25____ me deeply and trapped me in regret. I didn’t want to become a ____26____. I was finally convinced to ____27____. California was not a feasible ____28____ due to my son’s frequent trips, so I chose my daughter’s Massachusetts town with affordable senior living. Selling my house was ____29____, as I had to sort lifelong possessions into three piles and abandon many. Finally, I drove east, wishing not to get lost. After a smooth trip, I ____30____ with my daughter. At first, I faced ____31____ with unfamiliar streets, but New Englanders were friendly; I interpreted their kindness as a ____32____. I made new friends, took gym classes and embraced local sports. I was truly happy with my family around and a new great-granddaughter. One door closed, and another ____33____. All it took was the first step, and I’m glad I took it. ____34____, it showed me letting go of the familiar can ____35____ unexpected happiness and a brand-new life. 21. A. warned B. urged C. taught D. hated 22. A. ridiculous B. rare C. undeniable D. complicated 23. A. afford B. offer C. manage D. bear 24. A. sustain B. quit C. overlook D. admire 25. A. fueled B. weighed C. moved D. annoyed 26. A. real deal B. dead loss C. tough nut D. small fry 27. A. hold on B. start over C. slow down D. get around 28. A. goal B. excuse C. assumption D. option 29. A. breathtaking B. low-profile C. pocket-friendly D. heartbreaking 30. A. reunited B. collaborated C. corresponded D. communicated 31. A. expectation B. confusion C. responsibility D. prejudice 32. A. challenge B. reminder C. welcome D. demand 33. A. unfolded B. narrowed C. transformed D. faded 34. A. Suddenly B. Initially C. Essentially D. Undoubtedly 35. A. dismiss B. replace C. yield D. assess 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 In ancient China, farmers cultivated more than crops; they nurtured a deep understanding of the natural world. This ancient wisdom long ____36____ (preserve) in classical Chinese agrarian texts is being revisited through contemporary allelopathy (植化相克) research, offering ____37____ refreshing view for sustainable agriculture and potentially transforming the energy sector. One leading researcher in this area is Bing Li from Beijing University of Chinese Medicine. Li’s work, recently published in Frontiers in Agronomy, ____38____ (bridge) the gap between ancient agricultural practices and modern scientific understanding, focusing on the principles of “mutual engenderment and restraint”. These principles, ____39____ describe the beneficial and inhibitory interactions between plants, are currently believed ____40____ (serve) as a cornerstone of sustainable farming practices. Allelopathy has long been studied in modern agriculture. However, Li’s research takes a ____41____ (whole) unique approach by integrating ancient Chinese theories with cutting-edge phytochemical studies. Li’s ____42____ (finding) also have values for the energy sector. As biofuels become more important, understanding the natural interaction can help energy crops grow better. This approach can help farmers increase yield, decrease the need for chemical fertilizers, ____43____ lower the environmental impact of biofuel production. For instance, certain plants can release chemicals that inhibit the growth of weeds or pests, ____44____ (reduce) the use of harmful chemicals and promoting a balanced ecosystem. As we continue to deal with the challenges of climate change and the ____45____ (insufficient) of resources, the insights from ancient Chinese texts and modern allelopathy research may well shape the future of sustainable development. 第四部分写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 假定你是李华，你班的交换生Chris希望能到你家品尝中餐。请你给他写一封电子邮件，内容包括： （1）表示欢迎； （2）约定见面的时间； （3）介绍你家人准备的特色中餐。 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 Chris, ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 第二节（满分25分） 47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 Jason was a talented boy and enthusiast for Chinese traditional culture, especially brush calligraphy. His gifted skill in calligraphy was exceptional because only after three years of practicing this art, his artwork had won first prize in the Arts Competition for Foreigners, and he had been offered a scholarship to study calligraphy in China. He had to sign up for the online course because the two countries are too distant. However, his parents dreamed of seeing him become a doctor. Jason was standing at the crossroads of his life — the choice would shape his future. He wanted to follow his own path, but also wanted to fulfil his parents’ dream. Deeply troubled, Jason could not think clearly about it. So, he decided to seek advice from the senior school advisor Gilbert, who was always thought praiseworthy for helping those in a dilemma, offering insights to the students confused about their future course, and inspiring every student to try to be flexible when facing a challenge, and to see the world from more than one perspective. Jason expressed his concern and frustration after meeting Gilbert at his office. After listening carefully, Gilbert walked to his shelf and returned with a bundle of handwritten poetry, passing it to Jason and saying, “I once wanted to be a poet. I was blessed with the ability to turn words into verses. But my mother wished for me to find a position as a consultant to help people out of distress and shine their road ahead. I could not refuse her, so I followed her wish. Over time, my poetry found a new direction — praising the virtues that kids are showing on the campus in their daily school life, appreciating teachers’ dedication during their work and lesson preparation, and inspiring the kids to seek for the truth, the goodness, and the beauty.” Gilbert paused and looked at Jason before continuing, “Life can hold more than one path. You can be good at more than one thing. Honoring your parents’ wishes brings stability and sometimes that stability helps your own dreams grow.” 注意： （1）续写词数应为150个左右； （2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Gilbert’s words struck Jason in deep thought. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ But Jason never let go of his passion. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $