训练小卷 06：题型之阅读理解、六选四组合练（III）（训练小卷）（上海专用）2026年高考英语终极冲刺讲练测

训练小卷06：阅读理解、六选四组合练（III） （满分：60分，推荐用时：60分钟） 第一套 Section A Directions: Read the following four passages. Each passage is followed by several questions. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read. A 【来源】上海市格致中学2025-2026学年高三上学期期中英语试卷 I used to spend a lot of time worrying about how other people judged me. Did I say too much? Too little? Was I too intense, or not fun enough? These thoughts often distracted me, especially in meetings or social events. I had a whole inner self-talk going on in my head. Every facial expression and comment from others seemed full of hidden meaning. I would polish these “truths” about myself like shiny little stones and carry them around. It was exhausting. But research shows that most people are not really thinking about us. In fact, studies have found that about 78% of conversations are people talking about themselves. The main function of conversation, researchers said, is to let the speakers share information about who they are. Later studies confirmed this pattern. Psychologists found that we use our own experiences as an anchor when judging others. For example, if crowds make you uncomfortable, you might assume someone else disliked a big party — when in fact, they may have loved it. Brain imaging has also shown that the “default network” of our brain lights up when we are at rest, and it is the same area that activates when we think about ourselves. In other words, our mind’s natural state is self-focus. So when I worry that people think I’m too intense, who is really thinking that? Me. The truth is, we have no idea what others are actually thinking, and we never will. Most likely, they are busy wondering what others think about them. I’m just a blip on the radar of their thoughts. This doesn’t mean people will never judge or say harsh things. But often, their judgments aren’t truly about us. People are frequently the most critical of qualities in others that they feel insecure about in themselves. The freedom comes when we stop internalizing others’ words and start asking, “What does this reveal about them?” Realizing that most people’s thoughts center on themselves is incredibly liberating. 1．What was the writer mainly concerned about in the beginning? A．Why social events were often exhausting. B．Why people were speaking to themselves. C．How his words and behaviour were perceived. D．How well people remembered his achievements. 2．What do later studies suggest about people’s judgement of others? A．They pay attention to others’ feedback. B．They rely mainly on logic and evidence. C．They often draw on personal experience. D．They enjoy guessing others’ likes and dislikes. 3．What does the phrase “a blip” (paragraph 4) most probably mean? A．Something small and unimportant. B．A major event that is well recorded. C．Something that attracts most people. D．A common topic people like to discuss. 4．Which of the following might be the best title for the passage? A．The Danger of Self-Focused Thinking B．No One Is Really Thinking About You C．Finding Freedom from Constant Self-Judgment D．Why We Worry Too Much About Others’ Opinions B 【来源】上海市敬业中学2025-2026学年高三上学期期中英语试题 Collins Word of the Year 2026 Announced-Do You Feel “Mindful Tech”? What Is “Mindful Tech”? The phrase “mindful tech” has been named the Collins Word of the Year 2026, reflecting a growing trend of using technology with greater awareness and care. It describes a lifestyle in which people use digital tools to improve daily life without becoming controlled by them. The idea started with young professionals who began setting “digital limits”—like turning off work messages after 8 p.m. or keeping phones out of the bedroom. Many say this practice helps them focus, rest, and stay with the real world. Where Did the Term Come From? Linguists noticed that the phrase first appeared on social media posts about “tech detox (解毒)” and “screen balance.” It soon spread across articles, podcasts, and wellness campaigns. According to the Collins Corpus, a database of 24 billion words, “mindful tech” was one of the fastest-rising expressions in 2026. Why It Matters Experts believe the term captures a shift in modern culture: people want to enjoy innovation without losing control of their attention or emotions. As one researcher said, “It’s not about avoiding technology, it’s about designing a healthier relationship with it.” Other Shortlisted Words ·Sleep syncing—adjusting sleep schedules to match natural light cycles. ·Eco-swap—replacing everyday products with sustainable options. ·Text ghosting—suddenly stopping online communication. ·Quiet quitting 2.0—doing one’s job well but refusing unpaid overtime. 5．According to the passage, what does “mindful tech” mean? A．Using technology in an innovative way. B．Using technology with awareness and balance. C．Living a digital-free life to improve concentration. D．Limiting online communication to work-related content. 6．Which of the following best explains why the term “mindful tech” matters? A．It reveals that new expressions are constantly emerging. B．It encourages people to avoid ineffective digital communication. C．It indicates that people are turning away from online communication. D．It shows that people want harmony between technology and well-being. 7．What do the shortlisted words in the passage have in common? A．They relate to new technologies. B．They are popular on social websites. C．They show how people adjust to new trends. D．They describe those disappearing old habits. C 【来源】上海市浦东新区建平中学2025-2026学年高三上学期期中教学质量检测英语试卷 A few years ago, I wrote a piece in which I declared that biography, if not quite dead, was in very poor condition. I worried that publishers had long been producing poor imitations of Amanda Foreman’s successful Georgiana, displaying what critic Janet Malcolm called the weaknesses of much biography — believing that as long as the facts are included, style and insight don’t matter. But it turns out that biography wasn’t in serious decline after all. Last weekend, the University of East Anglia hosted a conference at which the masters of biography assessed its condition and made the cheering diagnosis that it is, in fact, in good health. What has happened, these expert practitioners explained, is that biography has changed its shape. This shift has emerged from a growing sense that biography as it used to be done was not getting us close to the experience it was trying to describe.We all know that life isn’t actually comprised of a stately (气宇轩昂的) march through the decades in which every loose end, mistake, or dull period is neatly hidden out of sight. Mostly our lives feel shapeless, coming into focus only when a particular occasion makes us feel, for a few minutes at least, fully ourselves. One new approach to biography employs the presenting of something small to tell a bigger story. Frances Wilson demonstrated how effective this can be in How to Survive the Titanic. She focuses on the moment when J Bruce Ismay, the ship’s owner, jumped into a lifeboat while other first-class men honored the custom that women and children should take the available spaces. Pressing hard on Ismay’s split-second decision to leap to safety,Wilson tells a story not just about one man’s lost honour, but about a layered drama of class, nationality and technological modernity. Other biographers have realized that their subject’s non-eventful schooling or the long holidays by the sea can be shortened into a few simple paragraphs so they can spend more time on the bits that matter. It would be unrealistic to claim that these new ways of telling lives are entirely driven by intellectual concerns. The pressures are commercial, too. People also have limited capacity for focus,which means that those massive biographies of 400 pages can start to seem like a horrible threat rather than a delicious promise. 8．What did the author originally believe about the state of biography? A．It had evolved into a new and exciting form. B．It was declining in quality and vitality. C．It was attracting more talented writers. D．It was becoming too focused on fiction. 9．According to the passage what did the University of East Anglia conference conclude about biography? A．It was being replaced by memoirs and fiction. B．It was losing relevance in the digital age. C．It was doing well, though in a different form. D．It needed stricter publishing standards. 10．What can be inferred about the older style of biography from the author’s description? A．It often idealized its subjects and ignored complexity. B．It prioritized vivid storytelling over factual accuracy. C．It used fragmented narratives to represent real life. D．It focused primarily on minor events in daily lives. 11．What is the main idea of the passage? A．Biography as an art form is outdated and fading from the public. B．Modern biographers have lost touch with their subjects’ realities. C．Biography is adapting to new forms that better capture human experience. D．Readers no longer value lengthy literary works due to their limited time. Section B Directions: Read the following passage. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need. 【来源】上海市闵行区七宝中学2025-2026学年高三上学期期中考试英语试卷 In a world where everyone seems busy chasing goals and managing endless tasks, genuine human warmth often feels rare. Yet, psychologist Dr Lalita Suglani reminds us that a few kind words can make a surprisingly deep difference. Giving compliments, she explains, is more than good manners — it is a simple act with real psychological and social benefits. Most people understand how pleasant it feels to receive praise, but fewer realise that offering it can be equally uplifting. Studies have shown that giving compliments activates the brain's reward centres, releasing dopamine — the same chemical that boosts happiness after exercise or laughter. 12 “When we compliment others,” says Dr Lalita,“we also build our own sense of value and confidence. We start to see ourselves as someone who adds light to others' lives.” There is also a social dimension. 13 They encourage people to look beyond their own concerns and notice positive qualities in others. Such moments of appreciation can ease tension, open conversation, and even repair relationships. In this sense, complimenting others is not simply about kindness; it is a practical way to improve communication and, in turn, emotional health in any community. 14 The act of giving praise releases oxytocin, often called the"love hormone." This chemical supports feelings of safety and connection, much like a hug or friendly smile. Each time we express admiration, our brain rewards us for engaging in positive social behaviour, encouraging us to repeat it. Still, many people find compliments awkward. 15 According to Dr Lalita, such hesitation comes from vulnerability — the fear of being judged or rejected. Yet, she adds,“If we push through that discomfort, we discover how powerful our words can be.” Learning to give sincere compliments is, in fact, a skill. It begins with paying attention, noticing effort, and speaking with honesty. When practiced often, it can lift moods, deepen trust, and make everyday life a little brighter for everyone involved. A．Nevertheless, this comes at a cost. B．Compliments help to strengthen bonds, creating trust and belonging. C．While some hesitate to give compliments, others express it openly and with complete ease. D．Science provides a clear explanation. E．Some feel shy about expressing warmth; others fear being misunderstood or sounding insincere. F．This reaction makes both the giver and receiver feel more relaxed, satisfied, and connected. 第二套 Section A Directions: Read the following four passages. Each passage is followed by several questions. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read. A 【来源】上海市延安中学2025-2026学年高三上学期9月评估英语试题 On Dec. 26, when Gelinne, 60, was gazing out the back windows of his home in Edgewater, he saw a small aircraft a few hundred yards away, losing altitude. As the plane disappeared behind the trees, Gelinne, a former Navy commander and current cybersecurity expert, realized it was going to land in the stream. He flashed on a moment from more than 20 years earlier: Sept. 11, 2001. Gelinne was at work in the Pentagon in Washington, D．C．, when terrorists crashed a jumbo jet into the building. He fled the chaos but has always wondered if he could have stayed inside and helped. “To the right was the crisis, and to the left was escape. I don’t even know if I could’ve gone right, but I went left,” he recalled. “I always second-guessed myself about that decision.” On this day, Gelinne didn’t hesitate. He ran down to the waterfront. The plane was now sinking. The pilot was standing on the wing. Gelinne knew from his Navy training that even a few minutes in the icy water could kill the pilot. Gelinne tested the ice with his foot and decided not to take any chances walking on it. So he and his son, John Jr., pulled two kayaks (皮划艇) out from under their back deck. The two men set off, pushing their boats across the ice. It was exhausting work. When Gelinne reached the plane, the pilot was standing on a tail wing, submerged up to his chest, surrounded by open water. Gelinne pushed his kayak off the ice and into the water, paddling toward the pilot and thinking, What if he panics? What if I flip? With his son nearby, Gelinne focused on keeping the pilot calm, joking, “Just hang on to the boat as if you were hugging your wife.” The pilot grabbed the kayak’s bow. Now the two men were floating together, but Gelinne knew he had to get the pilot out of the water and up onto the shelf of unbroken ice behind him before the man lost too much body heat. But each time Gelinne tried to land atop the ice shelf, the kayak broke through. By now a boat from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources appeared, breaking through ice as it arrived. It picked up the pilot and swiftly transported him to safety. Later the boat returned to help Gelinne, now exhausted, to shore. The rescuers had arrived just in time, Gelinne recalled. “I’m 60 years old,” he says. “There was no way I could get him to shore.” Still, he was satisfied he’d gone the right way that day. 1．The author describes Gelinne’s experience on September 11, 2001, mainly to ________. A．illustrate the source of his guilt and how it fueled his determination this time B．show his experience in the military made him qualified for rescue operations C．emphasize the psychological trauma of the event had impacted him negatively D．suggest individuals have the moral obligation to assist others in crisis 2．The underlined word “second-guessed” most likely means________ in the context. A．completely forgave B．strongly doubted C．constantly consulted D．passionately defended 3．What were the challenges Gelinne faced in the rescue attempt? ①the sinking plane  ②the broken kayaks  ③the drowning pilot  ④his panicked son  ⑤the icy water A．①②③ B．①③⑤ C．①④⑤ D．②③④ 4．Which of the following may serve as the best title for the passage? A．A pilot’s icy survival: a plane crash on frozen creek B．A veteran’s attempt: overcoming past regret with a brave act C．A family’s highlight moment: how united rescue saved a life D．Navy training in action: an emergency rescue operation saves life B 【来源】上海市嘉定一中、晋元高级中学2025-2026学年高二上学期期中考试英语试卷 Five of the Smartest Robots in History 1966 ELIZA One of the first example of a chatterbot. When running a script labelled with DOCTOR, ELIZA could ask and answer questions like a psychotherapist. It didn’t understand a great deal, but with some clever programming was still able to convince many users of its intelligence. 1994 VIRTUAL CREATURES Computer artist and researcher Karl Sims created a group of virtual creatures that lived in their own virtual universe. Using genetic algorithms (算法), they evolved until they could swim, crawl, jump and compete against one another. Unfortunately, they were too concerned with their own virtual lives to talk to us. 1997 DEEP BLUE Deep Blue was thrown into public consciousness when it won a chess game against grandmaster Garry Kasparov — the first supercomputer to make such a great achievement. However, it was given a lot of help from human programmers and used pretty basic AI methods to think of its moves, so maybe it was not so bright after all. 2011 IBM WATSON IBM Watson was the first AI that beat human players at US TV quiz show Jeopardy!. This AI was clever enough to process text and then found likely answers to the question asked using its internal body of knowledge, which consisted of around 200 million pages of content. Sadly, it struggled to answer some basic questions. 2015 DEEP-Q NETWORK This earlier work from the team behind AlphaGo, the AI that defeated a master of the complex Japanese strategy game Go, learned how to play 49 classic Atari games just by looking at the screen — it didn’t get any help from programmers. While it was brilliant at a lot of the games, it couldn’t get the hang of Pac-Man. 5．Which pair of robots introduced above were actually unintelligent? A．ELIZA and DEEP BLUE. B．DEEP BLUE and IBM WATSON. C．DEEP-Q NETWORK and ELIZA． D．IBM WATSON and DEEP-Q NETWORK. 6．DEEP BLUE and DEEP-Q NETWORK differ from each other in ________. A．how many methods they can apply B．whether they have the ability to learn C．whether they have beaten human players D．how they have caught the public attention 7．Which of the following statements is true of VIRTUAL CREATURES? A．They looked like space creatures. B．They were unable to respond to people. C．They could swim as soon as they were created. D．They led to the application of genetic algorithms. C 【来源】上海市晋元高级中学2025-2026学年高三上学期10月反馈练习英语试卷 For a long time, people imagined trees as independent giants — silent witnesses of history, standing firmly through storms and seasons. Poets and philosophers often described them as symbols of endurance, wisdom, or even loneliness. But modern research invites us to see trees in a new light: not as isolated individuals, but as members of a networked, cooperative, and communicative community. Scientists have discovered that trees are deeply connected to one another, both above and below the ground. High in the forest canopy (树冠), leaves send out chemical signals when attacked by insects, warning nearby trees to defend themselves. Underground, a vast web of fungi called mycorrhizal networks links tree roots together, allowing them to share water, nutrients, and information. Through these connections, healthy trees can support weaker ones, and even dying “Mother Trees” pass on resources to the next generation. This perspective breaks away from the old romantic image of the lone tree. Instead, forests appear more like societies, where survival depends on cooperation as much as competition. Just as humans rely on families, friends, and communities, trees also thrive through cooperation. They show us that strength in nature is not only about standing tall alone, but also about being part of a greater whole. The new vision of trees also leads us to philosophical questions. Can trees be considered intelligent if they react to their environment and communicate with one another? They have no brains, nerves, or senses like humans, yet they demonstrate strategies for survival that seem surprisingly sophisticated. Some scientists hesitate to use words like “intelligence” or “awareness,” but it is clear that trees show forms of interaction we once believed only animals could achieve: Understanding trees as social beings challenges us to rethink our relationship with nature. Forests are not silent backgrounds to human life; they are living communities with lessons to offer. By observing how trees share, communicate, and adapt together, we may learn something valuable about cooperation, resilience, and the balance needed in our own societies. 8．What is the function of mycorrhizal networks underground? A．They prevent insects from damaging roots. B．They protect trees from storms and winds. C．They help trees grow taller by supporting the trunks. D．They connect trees, allowing the sharing of resources. 9．What can be inferred about “Mother Trees”? A．They are symbolic rather than real. B．They have special senses that detect danger. C．They give up resources for the survival of younger trees D．They are the tallest trees among all the trees in the forest. 10．Which best summarizes the new vision of trees presented in the passage? A．Trees are intelligent life forms equal to humans. B．Trees survive by competing for light and water. C．Trees live as part of interconnected systems that share and cooperate. D．Trees should be admired mainly for their beauty, strength and loneliness. 11．What is the author’s attitude toward the idea of trees as social beings? A．Strongly against it. B．Supportive and reflective C．Neutral and uninterested. D．Doubtful but open-minded. Section B Directions: Read the following passage. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need. 【来源】上海市黄浦区敬业中学2024-2025学年高三上学期10月月考英语试题 Magazine Articles: More Valuable Than You May Think Parents are often surprised when teachers suggest their children read magazines. They feel their kids’ reading abilities have been underestimated. 12 Magazine articles can provide reluctant readers with a lively writing style that can inspire them to read more. 13 So a child can finish reading an article without losing interest due to a short attention span (持续时间). The writing in magazines also tends to be easy to read, especially if it is a children’s publication. By allowing children to read magazines at an early age, parents are encouraging development of a useful skill. Magazines and newspapers provide adults with critical news. Getting into the habit of reading magazines as a child will develop the lifelong habit of reading news articles. 14 Magazine articles challenge students to think about issues they may have never considered or cause them to rethink their world view. Information is available in a wide variety of reading levels because magazines are written for every audience imaginable. Many publications cover the same material in different writing styles that might make it easier for your child to comprehend. When reading magazines together, family members get to learn about each other’s interest. 15 Once each family member has finished reading each magazine, parents can even design art and writing projects for the whole family to work on. All in all, magazines are valuable for many people, but in particular to children. The skills that they use and strengthen when reading magazines can be applied to further study. Encouraging children to read magazines could change them from a reluctant reader to a lover of reading. A．Reading magazines enables children to be exposed to various subjects. B．Instead, it is necessary to introduce their kids to a wide range of books as well as magazines. C．The benefits of reading magazine articles can be achieved through school activities. D．Children can pass a magazine on to a brother or sister when they finish reading it. E．However, reading magazines offers many benefits to young readers. F．The articles in magazines are generally short 1 / 54 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 训练小卷06：阅读理解、六选四组合练（III） （满分：60分，推荐用时：60分钟） 第一套 Section A Directions: Read the following four passages. Each passage is followed by several questions. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read. A 【来源】上海市格致中学2025-2026学年高三上学期期中英语试卷 I used to spend a lot of time worrying about how other people judged me. Did I say too much? Too little? Was I too intense, or not fun enough? These thoughts often distracted me, especially in meetings or social events. I had a whole inner self-talk going on in my head. Every facial expression and comment from others seemed full of hidden meaning. I would polish these “truths” about myself like shiny little stones and carry them around. It was exhausting. But research shows that most people are not really thinking about us. In fact, studies have found that about 78% of conversations are people talking about themselves. The main function of conversation, researchers said, is to let the speakers share information about who they are. Later studies confirmed this pattern. Psychologists found that we use our own experiences as an anchor when judging others. For example, if crowds make you uncomfortable, you might assume someone else disliked a big party — when in fact, they may have loved it. Brain imaging has also shown that the “default network” of our brain lights up when we are at rest, and it is the same area that activates when we think about ourselves. In other words, our mind’s natural state is self-focus. So when I worry that people think I’m too intense, who is really thinking that? Me. The truth is, we have no idea what others are actually thinking, and we never will. Most likely, they are busy wondering what others think about them. I’m just a blip on the radar of their thoughts. This doesn’t mean people will never judge or say harsh things. But often, their judgments aren’t truly about us. People are frequently the most critical of qualities in others that they feel insecure about in themselves. The freedom comes when we stop internalizing others’ words and start asking, “What does this reveal about them?” Realizing that most people’s thoughts center on themselves is incredibly liberating. 1．What was the writer mainly concerned about in the beginning? A．Why social events were often exhausting. B．Why people were speaking to themselves. C．How his words and behaviour were perceived. D．How well people remembered his achievements. 2．What do later studies suggest about people’s judgement of others? A．They pay attention to others’ feedback. B．They rely mainly on logic and evidence. C．They often draw on personal experience. D．They enjoy guessing others’ likes and dislikes. 3．What does the phrase “a blip” (paragraph 4) most probably mean? A．Something small and unimportant. B．A major event that is well recorded. C．Something that attracts most people. D．A common topic people like to discuss. 4．Which of the following might be the best title for the passage? A．The Danger of Self-Focused Thinking B．No One Is Really Thinking About You C．Finding Freedom from Constant Self-Judgment D．Why We Worry Too Much About Others’ Opinions 【答案】1．C 2．C 3．A 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇议论文。文章围绕“人们过度在意他人对自己的评价”这一现象展开，结合研究结果指出大多数人更关注自身，他人对我们的注意力远不如我们想象中多，最终倡导人们摆脱对他人评价的过度纠结，获得内心自由。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段中的“I used to spend a lot of time worrying about how other people judged me. Did I say too much? Too little? Was I too intense, or not fun enough?(我过去常常花很多时间担心别人如何评价我。我说得太多了吗？太少了？我是不是太强势了，或者不够有趣？)”可知，作者一开始主要关心的是自己的言行举止如何被他人看待。故选C项。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段中的“Later studies confirmed this pattern. Psychologists found that we use our own experiences as an anchor when judging others.(后续研究证实了这一规律。心理学家发现，我们在评判他人时会以自己的经历为依据。)”可知，后续研究表明人们对他人的评判往往基于个人经验。故选C项。 3．词句猜测题。根据第四段中的“The truth is, we have no idea what others are actually thinking, and we never will. Most likely, they are busy wondering what others think about them. I’m just a blip on the radar of their thoughts. (事实是，我们永远不知道别人真正在想什么。他们很可能正忙着担心别人对自己的看法。我在他们的思绪里，不过是a blip罢了。)”可知，他人的注意力都集中在自己身上，我们在他们的思绪中并不重要。由此推测“a blip”意为“微小且不重要的事物”。故选A项。 4．主旨大意题。根据文章第二段“But research shows that most people are not really thinking about us. In fact, studies have found that about 78% of conversations are people talking about themselves. The main function of conversation, researchers said, is to let the speakers share information about who they are.(但研究表明，大多数人其实并没有在真正关注我们。事实上，研究发现约78%的对话中，人们都是在谈论自己。研究人员表示，对话的主要作用是让说话者分享关于自身的信息。)”以及最后一段中的“Realizing that most people’s thoughts center on themselves is incredibly liberating.(意识到大多数人的思绪都聚焦在他们自己身上，这一点能让人获得极大的解脱。)”可知，文章核心围绕“大多数人并不会真正关注他人”展开，通过研究和分析指出他人的思维以自我为中心，因此最适合的标题是“没有人真的在思考你”。故选B项。 B 【来源】上海市敬业中学2025-2026学年高三上学期期中英语试题 Collins Word of the Year 2026 Announced-Do You Feel “Mindful Tech”? What Is “Mindful Tech”? The phrase “mindful tech” has been named the Collins Word of the Year 2026, reflecting a growing trend of using technology with greater awareness and care. It describes a lifestyle in which people use digital tools to improve daily life without becoming controlled by them. The idea started with young professionals who began setting “digital limits”—like turning off work messages after 8 p.m. or keeping phones out of the bedroom. Many say this practice helps them focus, rest, and stay with the real world. Where Did the Term Come From? Linguists noticed that the phrase first appeared on social media posts about “tech detox (解毒)” and “screen balance.” It soon spread across articles, podcasts, and wellness campaigns. According to the Collins Corpus, a database of 24 billion words, “mindful tech” was one of the fastest-rising expressions in 2026. Why It Matters Experts believe the term captures a shift in modern culture: people want to enjoy innovation without losing control of their attention or emotions. As one researcher said, “It’s not about avoiding technology, it’s about designing a healthier relationship with it.” Other Shortlisted Words ·Sleep syncing—adjusting sleep schedules to match natural light cycles. ·Eco-swap—replacing everyday products with sustainable options. ·Text ghosting—suddenly stopping online communication. ·Quiet quitting 2.0—doing one’s job well but refusing unpaid overtime. 5．According to the passage, what does “mindful tech” mean? A．Using technology in an innovative way. B．Using technology with awareness and balance. C．Living a digital-free life to improve concentration. D．Limiting online communication to work-related content. 6．Which of the following best explains why the term “mindful tech” matters? A．It reveals that new expressions are constantly emerging. B．It encourages people to avoid ineffective digital communication. C．It indicates that people are turning away from online communication. D．It shows that people want harmony between technology and well-being. 7．What do the shortlisted words in the passage have in common? A．They relate to new technologies. B．They are popular on social websites. C．They show how people adjust to new trends. D．They describe those disappearing old habits. 【答案】5．B 6．D 7．C 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章讲述了柯林斯2026年度词汇“正念科技”的含义、起源、重要性，以及其他入围词汇，展现了人们在现代生活中对科技、健康、生活方式等方面的新态度。 5．词句猜测题。根据What Is “Mindful Tech”?部分首段mindful tech后的“reflecting a growing trend of using technology with greater awareness and care. It describes a lifestyle in which people use digital tools to improve daily life without becoming controlled by them.(反映了一种日益增长的趋势，即更加有意识和谨慎地使用技术。它描述了一种生活方式，在这种生活方式中，人们使用数字工具来改善日常生活，而不会被这些工具所控制)”可知，reflecting a growing trend of using technology with greater awareness and care是对mindful tech的补充说明，后句中的It指的是mindful tech，可推断该短语指有意识且平衡地使用技术。故选B。 6．细节理解题。根据Why It Matters部分中的“Experts believe the term captures a shift in modern culture: people want to enjoy innovation without losing control of their attention or emotions.(专家们相信，这个术语反映了现代文化的一种转变：人们希望在享受创新的同时，不会失去对注意力或情绪的控制)”可推断，这反映了人们追求技术使用与个人福祉之间和谐关系的愿望，追求科技与自身健康的和谐。故选D。 7．细节理解题。根据Other Shortlisted Words部分中的“Sleep syncing — adjusting sleep schedules to match natural light cycles.(睡眠同步——调整睡眠时间表以匹配自然光周期)”、“Eco-swap — replacing everyday products with sustainable options.(生态置换——用可持续的选择替代日常用品)”、“Text ghosting— suddenly stopping online communication.(文字消失——突然停止线上交流)”以及“Quiet quitting 2.0 — doing one’s job well but refusing unpaid overtime.(躺平2.0——做好本职工作，但拒绝无偿加班)”可知，这些词都描述了人们为适应新的健康、环保或工作生活平衡等社会趋势而采取的具体行为调整。故选C。 C 【来源】上海市浦东新区建平中学2025-2026学年高三上学期期中教学质量检测英语试卷 A few years ago, I wrote a piece in which I declared that biography, if not quite dead, was in very poor condition. I worried that publishers had long been producing poor imitations of Amanda Foreman’s successful Georgiana, displaying what critic Janet Malcolm called the weaknesses of much biography — believing that as long as the facts are included, style and insight don’t matter. But it turns out that biography wasn’t in serious decline after all. Last weekend, the University of East Anglia hosted a conference at which the masters of biography assessed its condition and made the cheering diagnosis that it is, in fact, in good health. What has happened, these expert practitioners explained, is that biography has changed its shape. This shift has emerged from a growing sense that biography as it used to be done was not getting us close to the experience it was trying to describe.We all know that life isn’t actually comprised of a stately (气宇轩昂的) march through the decades in which every loose end, mistake, or dull period is neatly hidden out of sight. Mostly our lives feel shapeless, coming into focus only when a particular occasion makes us feel, for a few minutes at least, fully ourselves. One new approach to biography employs the presenting of something small to tell a bigger story. Frances Wilson demonstrated how effective this can be in How to Survive the Titanic. She focuses on the moment when J Bruce Ismay, the ship’s owner, jumped into a lifeboat while other first-class men honored the custom that women and children should take the available spaces. Pressing hard on Ismay’s split-second decision to leap to safety,Wilson tells a story not just about one man’s lost honour, but about a layered drama of class, nationality and technological modernity. Other biographers have realized that their subject’s non-eventful schooling or the long holidays by the sea can be shortened into a few simple paragraphs so they can spend more time on the bits that matter. It would be unrealistic to claim that these new ways of telling lives are entirely driven by intellectual concerns. The pressures are commercial, too. People also have limited capacity for focus,which means that those massive biographies of 400 pages can start to seem like a horrible threat rather than a delicious promise. 8．What did the author originally believe about the state of biography? A．It had evolved into a new and exciting form. B．It was declining in quality and vitality. C．It was attracting more talented writers. D．It was becoming too focused on fiction. 9．According to the passage what did the University of East Anglia conference conclude about biography? A．It was being replaced by memoirs and fiction. B．It was losing relevance in the digital age. C．It was doing well, though in a different form. D．It needed stricter publishing standards. 10．What can be inferred about the older style of biography from the author’s description? A．It often idealized its subjects and ignored complexity. B．It prioritized vivid storytelling over factual accuracy. C．It used fragmented narratives to represent real life. D．It focused primarily on minor events in daily lives. 11．What is the main idea of the passage? A．Biography as an art form is outdated and fading from the public. B．Modern biographers have lost touch with their subjects’ realities. C．Biography is adapting to new forms that better capture human experience. D．Readers no longer value lengthy literary works due to their limited time. 【答案】8．B 9．C 10．A 11．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了传记并未衰落，而是以新形式呈现，更贴近真实的人生体验。 8．细节理解题。根据第一段中“A few years ago, I wrote a piece in which I declared that biography, if not quite dead, was in very poor condition.(几年前，我写过一篇文章，在文中我宣称传记就算没有彻底消亡，也处于极其糟糕的状态)”可知，作者最初认为传记的质量和生命力正在下降。故选B。 9．细节理解题。根据第二段中“Last weekend, the University of East Anglia hosted a conference at which the masters of biography assessed its condition and made the cheering diagnosis that it is, in fact, in good health. What has happened, these expert practitioners explained, is that biography has changed its shape.(上周末，东英吉利大学举办了一场研讨会，会上传记大师们评估了传记的发展状况，并得出了令人振奋的结论：事实上，传记发展态势良好。这些专业从业者解释说，变化在于传记已经改变了它的呈现形式)”可知，会议得出的结论是传记发展状况良好，只是呈现形式不同。故选C。 10．推理判断题。根据第二段中“This shift has emerged from a growing sense that biography as it used to be done was not getting us close to the experience it was trying to describe.We all know that life isn’t actually comprised of a stately (气宇轩昂的) march through the decades in which every loose end, mistake, or dull period is neatly hidden out of sight.(这种转变源于人们越来越意识到，以往的传记写作方式并不能让我们贴近它试图描绘的人生体验。我们都知道，人生实际上并不是几十年间气宇轩昂的行进过程，其中每一个未了的细节、每一个错误或每一段平淡的时期都被巧妙地隐藏起来)”可推断，旧式传记常常将写作对象理想化并忽略人生的复杂性。故选A。 11．主旨大意题。通读全文可知，文章核心内容为传记并没有衰落，而是正在适应能更好捕捉人类真实体验的新形式。C选项“传记正在适应能更好捕捉人类体验的新形式”正确总结了文章大意。故选C。 Section B Directions: Read the following passage. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need. 【来源】上海市闵行区七宝中学2025-2026学年高三上学期期中考试英语试卷 In a world where everyone seems busy chasing goals and managing endless tasks, genuine human warmth often feels rare. Yet, psychologist Dr Lalita Suglani reminds us that a few kind words can make a surprisingly deep difference. Giving compliments, she explains, is more than good manners — it is a simple act with real psychological and social benefits. Most people understand how pleasant it feels to receive praise, but fewer realise that offering it can be equally uplifting. Studies have shown that giving compliments activates the brain's reward centres, releasing dopamine — the same chemical that boosts happiness after exercise or laughter. 12 “When we compliment others,” says Dr Lalita,“we also build our own sense of value and confidence. We start to see ourselves as someone who adds light to others' lives.” There is also a social dimension. 13 They encourage people to look beyond their own concerns and notice positive qualities in others. Such moments of appreciation can ease tension, open conversation, and even repair relationships. In this sense, complimenting others is not simply about kindness; it is a practical way to improve communication and, in turn, emotional health in any community. 14 The act of giving praise releases oxytocin, often called the"love hormone." This chemical supports feelings of safety and connection, much like a hug or friendly smile. Each time we express admiration, our brain rewards us for engaging in positive social behaviour, encouraging us to repeat it. Still, many people find compliments awkward. 15 According to Dr Lalita, such hesitation comes from vulnerability — the fear of being judged or rejected. Yet, she adds,“If we push through that discomfort, we discover how powerful our words can be.” Learning to give sincere compliments is, in fact, a skill. It begins with paying attention, noticing effort, and speaking with honesty. When practiced often, it can lift moods, deepen trust, and make everyday life a little brighter for everyone involved. A．Nevertheless, this comes at a cost. B．Compliments help to strengthen bonds, creating trust and belonging. C．While some hesitate to give compliments, others express it openly and with complete ease. D．Science provides a clear explanation. E．Some feel shy about expressing warmth; others fear being misunderstood or sounding insincere. F．This reaction makes both the giver and receiver feel more relaxed, satisfied, and connected. 【答案】12．F 13．B 14．D 15．E 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章阐述了赞美他人所带来的心理和社会益处，并探讨了人们对此感到犹豫的原因以及如何学会给予真诚的赞美。 12．根据上文“Studies have shown that giving compliments activates the brain's reward centres, releasing dopamine — the same chemical that boosts happiness after exercise or laughter.(研究表明，给予赞美会激活大脑的奖励中心，释放多巴胺 —— 这种化学物质与运动或大笑后提升愉悦感的物质是同一种)”该句点明了给予赞美会触发多巴胺释放的生理机制。空处需要承接上文，进一步说明这种生理反应带来的具体效果。F选项“This reaction makes both the giver and receiver feel more relaxed, satisfied, and connected.(这种反应让给予者和接受者都感到更放松、满意和更有连接感。)”中This reaction精准指代前文的“多巴胺释放”这一生理反应，不仅清晰阐释了该反应带来的双向积极效果，还与语境形成高度契合。再结合下文““When we compliment others,” says Dr Lalita,“we also build our own sense of value and confidence. We start to see ourselves as someone who adds light to others' lives.”(“当我们赞美他人时，”拉丽塔博士说，“我们也会树立起自身的价值感与自信心。我们会开始将自己看作一个能为他人生命带来光芒的人。”)”可知，后文重点论述了赞美他人给给予者自身带来的心理益处，这恰好与F选项中“the giver”相呼应，进一步印证了F选项的合理性，故选F。 13．前文“There is also a social dimension. (赞美还存在社会层面的意义)”为该段定下核心论述方向，即赞美的社交价值。空处需要具体展开这一维度的内容，同时为后文内容做铺垫。B选项“Compliments help to strengthen bonds, creating trust and belonging. (赞美有助于加强人际联结，创造信任与归属感)”精准切中“社交维度”这一核心，清晰点明了赞美在人际交往中的关键价值，与下文“They encourage people to look beyond their own concerns and notice positive qualities in others.(它们鼓励人们跳出自身的关注点，发现他人身上的闪光点)”形成紧密呼应 —— 选项中的“strengthen bonds, creating trust and belonging”是对社交价值的高度概括，下文则进一步说明赞美如何推动人们关注他人、实现良好社交互动，二者共同完整阐释了赞美在社交场景中的重要意义。此外，下文的代词“They”也恰好指代选项中的“Compliments”，形成了严谨的指代逻辑链，进一步印证了B选项的合理性。故选B。 14．前文已从心理和社会两个层面论述了赞美的益处，下文“The act of giving praise releases oxytocin, often called the"love hormone."(给予赞美的行为会释放催产素，这种物质常被称为“爱的荷尔蒙”)” 则将论述视角转向科学原理层面。空处承担承上启下的作用，需要衔接前文的益处总结与后文的科学解释。D 选项“Science provides a clear explanation.(科学为这一现象提供了清晰的解释)”起到了过渡作用，自然引出下文关于催产素的科学分析，逻辑连贯。故选D。 15．上文“Still, many people find compliments awkward.(尽管如此，很多人觉得赞美他人这件事很别扭)”提出了一个普遍现象。下文“According to Dr Lalita, such hesitation comes from vulnerability — the fear of being judged or rejected.(根据拉丽塔博士的说法，这种犹豫源于内心的脆弱 —— 害怕被他人评判或拒绝)”具体解释了这种尴尬感的原因。空处需要一个能具体说明“尴尬”表现的句子，作为对前文现象的展开，并为后文的解释做铺垫。E选项“Some feel shy about expressing warmth; others fear being misunderstood or sounding insincere.(有些人羞于表达内心的善意；还有些人担心被误解，或是担心自己的赞美听起来不够真诚)”恰当地列举了人们感到尴尬的两种具体情况，与上下文衔接紧密。故选E。 第二套 Section A Directions: Read the following four passages. Each passage is followed by several questions. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read. A 【来源】上海市延安中学2025-2026学年高三上学期9月评估英语试题 On Dec. 26, when Gelinne, 60, was gazing out the back windows of his home in Edgewater, he saw a small aircraft a few hundred yards away, losing altitude. As the plane disappeared behind the trees, Gelinne, a former Navy commander and current cybersecurity expert, realized it was going to land in the stream. He flashed on a moment from more than 20 years earlier: Sept. 11, 2001. Gelinne was at work in the Pentagon in Washington, D．C．, when terrorists crashed a jumbo jet into the building. He fled the chaos but has always wondered if he could have stayed inside and helped. “To the right was the crisis, and to the left was escape. I don’t even know if I could’ve gone right, but I went left,” he recalled. “I always second-guessed myself about that decision.” On this day, Gelinne didn’t hesitate. He ran down to the waterfront. The plane was now sinking. The pilot was standing on the wing. Gelinne knew from his Navy training that even a few minutes in the icy water could kill the pilot. Gelinne tested the ice with his foot and decided not to take any chances walking on it. So he and his son, John Jr., pulled two kayaks (皮划艇) out from under their back deck. The two men set off, pushing their boats across the ice. It was exhausting work. When Gelinne reached the plane, the pilot was standing on a tail wing, submerged up to his chest, surrounded by open water. Gelinne pushed his kayak off the ice and into the water, paddling toward the pilot and thinking, What if he panics? What if I flip? With his son nearby, Gelinne focused on keeping the pilot calm, joking, “Just hang on to the boat as if you were hugging your wife.” The pilot grabbed the kayak’s bow. Now the two men were floating together, but Gelinne knew he had to get the pilot out of the water and up onto the shelf of unbroken ice behind him before the man lost too much body heat. But each time Gelinne tried to land atop the ice shelf, the kayak broke through. By now a boat from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources appeared, breaking through ice as it arrived. It picked up the pilot and swiftly transported him to safety. Later the boat returned to help Gelinne, now exhausted, to shore. The rescuers had arrived just in time, Gelinne recalled. “I’m 60 years old,” he says. “There was no way I could get him to shore.” Still, he was satisfied he’d gone the right way that day. 1．The author describes Gelinne’s experience on September 11, 2001, mainly to ________. A．illustrate the source of his guilt and how it fueled his determination this time B．show his experience in the military made him qualified for rescue operations C．emphasize the psychological trauma of the event had impacted him negatively D．suggest individuals have the moral obligation to assist others in crisis 2．The underlined word “second-guessed” most likely means________ in the context. A．completely forgave B．strongly doubted C．constantly consulted D．passionately defended 3．What were the challenges Gelinne faced in the rescue attempt? ①the sinking plane  ②the broken kayaks  ③the drowning pilot  ④his panicked son  ⑤the icy water A．①②③ B．①③⑤ C．①④⑤ D．②③④ 4．Which of the following may serve as the best title for the passage? A．A pilot’s icy survival: a plane crash on frozen creek B．A veteran’s attempt: overcoming past regret with a brave act C．A family’s highlight moment: how united rescue saved a life D．Navy training in action: an emergency rescue operation saves life 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．B 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了60岁的Gelinne在看到一架小飞机即将坠入溪流后，毫不犹豫地展开救援行动，最终成功救出飞行员的故事。 1．推理判断题。 根据第二段“He flashed on a moment from more than 20 years earlier: Sept. 11, 2001. Gelinne was at work in the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., when terrorists crashed a jumbo jet into the building. He fled the chaos but has always wondered if he could have stayed inside and helped.(他突然想起了20多年前的那一刻：2001年9月11日。恐怖分子将一架大型喷气式飞机撞向五角大楼时，Gelinne正在华盛顿特区的五角大楼工作。他逃离了混乱，但一直想知道自己是否本可以留在里面帮忙)”以及第三段““To the right was the crisis, and to the left was escape. I don’t even know if I could’ve gone right, but I went left,” he recalled. “I always second-guessed myself about that decision.”(“右边是危机，左边是逃生。我甚至不知道自己是否本可以向右走，但我选择了向左走，”他回忆道。“对于那个决定，我总是事后怀疑自己”)”可推知，作者描述Gelinne在2001年9月11日的经历主要是为了说明他内疚的来源，以及这种内疚如何激发了他这次救援的决心。故选A。 2．词句猜测题。 根据画线词上文“To the right was the crisis, and to the left was escape. I don’t even know if I could’ve gone right, but I went left(右边是危机，左边是逃生。我甚至不知道自己是否本可以向右走，但我选择了向左走)”以及后文“about that decision(关于那个决定)”可知，Gelinne在回忆2001年9月11日发生的事情时，对于自己当时的选择感到不确定，总是怀疑自己是否做出了正确的决定。故画线词意思是“怀疑”。故选B。 3．细节理解题。 根据第五段“Gelinne tested the ice with his foot and decided not to take any chances walking on it. So he and his son, John Jr., pulled two kayaks (皮划艇) out from under their back deck.(Gelinne用脚试了试冰，决定不冒险在上面走。于是，他和儿子小约翰从后甲板下拖出两艘皮划艇)”以及第六段“The plane was now sinking. The pilot was standing on the wing. Gelinne knew from his Navy training that even a few minutes in the icy water could kill the pilot.(飞机正在下沉。飞行员站在机翼上。Gelinne从海军训练中知道，即使在冰水里待几分钟也会要了飞行员的命)”可知，Gelinne在救援行动中面临的挑战有：下沉的飞机、溺水的飞行员和冰冷的水。故选B。 4．主旨大意题。 根据第一段“On Dec. 26, when Gelinne, 60, was gazing out the back windows of his home in Edgewater, he saw a small aircraft a few hundred yards away, losing altitude.(12月26 日，60岁的Gelinne在埃奇沃特家中凝视后窗时，看到几百码外有一架小型飞机正在下降高度)”，第二段的“As the plane disappeared behind the trees, Gelinne, a former Navy commander and current cybersecurity expert, realized it was going to land in the stream. He flashed on a moment from more than 20 years earlier: Sept. 11, 2001. Gelinne was at work in the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., when terrorists crashed a jumbo jet into the building. He fled the chaos but has always wondered if he could have stayed inside and helped.(当飞机消失在树林后，前海军指挥官、现任网络安全专家Gelinne意识到，飞机将坠入溪流。他瞬间回想起20多年前的那一刻：2001年9月11日。当时，Gelinne在华盛顿五角大楼内工作，恐怖分子驾驶一架大型喷气式客机撞向了这栋大楼。他逃离了那片混乱，但一直思索自己当时若是留在里面是否能帮上忙)”以及最后一段“The rescuers had arrived just in time, Gelinne recalled. “I’m 60 years old,” he says. “There was no way I could get him to shore.” Still, he was satisfied he’d gone the right way that day.(Gelinne回忆说，救援人员及时赶到了。“我60岁了，”他说。“我没办法把他弄到岸上。”尽管如此，他还是对自己那天的做法感到满意)”以及结合文章内容可知，本文主要讲述了60岁的Gelinne作为一个老兵，因在9·11逃离时心怀遗憾，后来在看到一架小飞机即将坠入溪流后，毫不犹豫地展开救援行动，最终成功救出飞行员的故事。可知，B选项“一位退伍军人的尝试：以勇敢之举克服过往遗憾”最符合文章标题。故选B。 B 【来源】上海市嘉定一中、晋元高级中学2025-2026学年高二上学期期中考试英语试卷 Five of the Smartest Robots in History 1966 ELIZA One of the first example of a chatterbot. When running a script labelled with DOCTOR, ELIZA could ask and answer questions like a psychotherapist. It didn’t understand a great deal, but with some clever programming was still able to convince many users of its intelligence. 1994 VIRTUAL CREATURES Computer artist and researcher Karl Sims created a group of virtual creatures that lived in their own virtual universe. Using genetic algorithms (算法), they evolved until they could swim, crawl, jump and compete against one another. Unfortunately, they were too concerned with their own virtual lives to talk to us. 1997 DEEP BLUE Deep Blue was thrown into public consciousness when it won a chess game against grandmaster Garry Kasparov — the first supercomputer to make such a great achievement. However, it was given a lot of help from human programmers and used pretty basic AI methods to think of its moves, so maybe it was not so bright after all. 2011 IBM WATSON IBM Watson was the first AI that beat human players at US TV quiz show Jeopardy!. This AI was clever enough to process text and then found likely answers to the question asked using its internal body of knowledge, which consisted of around 200 million pages of content. Sadly, it struggled to answer some basic questions. 2015 DEEP-Q NETWORK This earlier work from the team behind AlphaGo, the AI that defeated a master of the complex Japanese strategy game Go, learned how to play 49 classic Atari games just by looking at the screen — it didn’t get any help from programmers. While it was brilliant at a lot of the games, it couldn’t get the hang of Pac-Man. 5．Which pair of robots introduced above were actually unintelligent? A．ELIZA and DEEP BLUE. B．DEEP BLUE and IBM WATSON. C．DEEP-Q NETWORK and ELIZA． D．IBM WATSON and DEEP-Q NETWORK. 6．DEEP BLUE and DEEP-Q NETWORK differ from each other in ________. A．how many methods they can apply B．whether they have the ability to learn C．whether they have beaten human players D．how they have caught the public attention 7．Which of the following statements is true of VIRTUAL CREATURES? A．They looked like space creatures. B．They were unable to respond to people. C．They could swim as soon as they were created. D．They led to the application of genetic algorithms. 【答案】5．A 6．B 7．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍历史上五款智能机器人的功能、特点与局限性。 5．推理判断题。根据第一段中的“It didn’t understand a great deal, but with some clever programming was still able to convince many users of its intelligence.(它并不理解很多内容，但凭借一些巧妙的编程，仍然能够让许多用户相信它的智能。)”及第三段中的“However, it was given a lot of help from human programmers and used pretty basic AI methods to think of its moves, so maybe it was not so bright after all.(然而，它得到了人类程序员的大量帮助，并使用非常基础的人工智能方法来思考走法，所以也许它终究没那么聪明。)”可知，ELIZA和DEEP BLUE实际上并不具备真正的智能。故选A项。 6．推理判断题。根据第三段中的“However, it was given a lot of help from human programmers and used pretty basic AI methods to think of its moves.(然而，它得到了人类程序员的大量帮助，并使用非常基础的人工智能方法来思考走法。)”及第五段中的“This earlier work from the team behind AlphaGo, the AI that defeated a master of the complex Japanese strategy game Go, learned how to play 49 classic Atari games just by looking at the screen — it didn’t get any help from programmers.(这款来自击败了复杂日本策略游戏围棋大师的人工智能AlphaGo团队的早期作品，仅仅通过观看屏幕就学会了如何玩49款经典雅达利游戏——它没有得到程序员的任何帮助。)”可知，二者的区别在于是否具备自主学习能力。故选B项。 7．细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Unfortunately, they were too concerned with their own virtual lives to talk to us.(不幸的是，它们太专注于自己的虚拟生活，无法与我们交流。)”可知，虚拟生物无法对人类做出回应。故选B项。 C 【来源】上海市晋元高级中学2025-2026学年高三上学期10月反馈练习英语试卷 For a long time, people imagined trees as independent giants — silent witnesses of history, standing firmly through storms and seasons. Poets and philosophers often described them as symbols of endurance, wisdom, or even loneliness. But modern research invites us to see trees in a new light: not as isolated individuals, but as members of a networked, cooperative, and communicative community. Scientists have discovered that trees are deeply connected to one another, both above and below the ground. High in the forest canopy (树冠), leaves send out chemical signals when attacked by insects, warning nearby trees to defend themselves. Underground, a vast web of fungi called mycorrhizal networks links tree roots together, allowing them to share water, nutrients, and information. Through these connections, healthy trees can support weaker ones, and even dying “Mother Trees” pass on resources to the next generation. This perspective breaks away from the old romantic image of the lone tree. Instead, forests appear more like societies, where survival depends on cooperation as much as competition. Just as humans rely on families, friends, and communities, trees also thrive through cooperation. They show us that strength in nature is not only about standing tall alone, but also about being part of a greater whole. The new vision of trees also leads us to philosophical questions. Can trees be considered intelligent if they react to their environment and communicate with one another? They have no brains, nerves, or senses like humans, yet they demonstrate strategies for survival that seem surprisingly sophisticated. Some scientists hesitate to use words like “intelligence” or “awareness,” but it is clear that trees show forms of interaction we once believed only animals could achieve: Understanding trees as social beings challenges us to rethink our relationship with nature. Forests are not silent backgrounds to human life; they are living communities with lessons to offer. By observing how trees share, communicate, and adapt together, we may learn something valuable about cooperation, resilience, and the balance needed in our own societies. 8．What is the function of mycorrhizal networks underground? A．They prevent insects from damaging roots. B．They protect trees from storms and winds. C．They help trees grow taller by supporting the trunks. D．They connect trees, allowing the sharing of resources. 9．What can be inferred about “Mother Trees”? A．They are symbolic rather than real. B．They have special senses that detect danger. C．They give up resources for the survival of younger trees D．They are the tallest trees among all the trees in the forest. 10．Which best summarizes the new vision of trees presented in the passage? A．Trees are intelligent life forms equal to humans. B．Trees survive by competing for light and water. C．Trees live as part of interconnected systems that share and cooperate. D．Trees should be admired mainly for their beauty, strength and loneliness. 11．What is the author’s attitude toward the idea of trees as social beings? A．Strongly against it. B．Supportive and reflective C．Neutral and uninterested. D．Doubtful but open-minded. 【答案】8．D 9．C 10．C 11．B 【导语】这是一篇说明文。主要说明了人们过去认为树木是孤独的巨人。现代研究发现，树木通过真菌网络相连、互助共生，这改变了我们对自然的认知，也让我们懂得团结与合作的重要性。 8．细节理解题。根据第二段“Underground, a vast web of fungi called mycorrhizal networks links tree roots together, allowing them to share water, nutrients, and information. (在地下，存在着一个庞大的真菌网络——被称为菌根网络，它将树木的根系连接在一起，使它们能够共享水分、养分和信息。)”可知，地下菌根网络的作用是将树木连接起来，使树木能够共享资源。故选D。 9．推理判断题。根据第二段“Through these connections, healthy trees can support weaker ones, and even dying “Mother Trees” pass on resources to the next generation. (通过这些联系，健康的树木能够为较弱的树木提供养分，甚至那些濒临死亡的“母树”也会将资源传递给下一代树木。)”可知，“母树”会为幼树的存活而放弃自身资源。故选C。 10．细节理解题。根据第一段“But modern research invites us to see trees in a new light: not as isolated individuals, but as members of a networked, cooperative, and communicative community. (但现代研究让我们对树木有了全新的认识：它们不再被视为孤立的个体，而是在一个相互连接、相互合作且相互交流的群体中存在着。)”可知，树木作为相互关联的系统的一部分而存在，它们会共享资源并相互协作。故选C。 11．推理判断题。根据最后一段“Understanding trees as social beings challenges us to rethink our relationship with nature. Forests are not silent backgrounds to human life; they are living communities with lessons to offer. By observing how trees share, communicate, and adapt together, we may learn something valuable about cooperation, resilience, and the balance needed in our own societies. (将树木视为具有社会属性的生物，促使我们重新审视人与自然的关系。森林并非人类生活的无声背景，而是充满生机的生物群落，蕴含着诸多启示。通过观察树木如何相互分享、交流和共同适应，我们或许能从中领悟到有关合作、适应力以及我们自身社会所需平衡的重要道理。)”可知，作者对将树木视为社会生物这一观点是支持且有所反思态度。故选B。 Section B Directions: Read the following passage. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need. 【来源】上海市黄浦区敬业中学2024-2025学年高三上学期10月月考英语试题 Magazine Articles: More Valuable Than You May Think Parents are often surprised when teachers suggest their children read magazines. They feel their kids’ reading abilities have been underestimated. 12 Magazine articles can provide reluctant readers with a lively writing style that can inspire them to read more. 13 So a child can finish reading an article without losing interest due to a short attention span (持续时间). The writing in magazines also tends to be easy to read, especially if it is a children’s publication. By allowing children to read magazines at an early age, parents are encouraging development of a useful skill. Magazines and newspapers provide adults with critical news. Getting into the habit of reading magazines as a child will develop the lifelong habit of reading news articles. 14 Magazine articles challenge students to think about issues they may have never considered or cause them to rethink their world view. Information is available in a wide variety of reading levels because magazines are written for every audience imaginable. Many publications cover the same material in different writing styles that might make it easier for your child to comprehend. When reading magazines together, family members get to learn about each other’s interest. 15 Once each family member has finished reading each magazine, parents can even design art and writing projects for the whole family to work on. All in all, magazines are valuable for many people, but in particular to children. The skills that they use and strengthen when reading magazines can be applied to further study. Encouraging children to read magazines could change them from a reluctant reader to a lover of reading. A．Reading magazines enables children to be exposed to various subjects. B．Instead, it is necessary to introduce their kids to a wide range of books as well as magazines. C．The benefits of reading magazine articles can be achieved through school activities. D．Children can pass a magazine on to a brother or sister when they finish reading it. E．However, reading magazines offers many benefits to young readers. F．The articles in magazines are generally short 【答案】12．E 13．F 14．A 15．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了阅读杂志对儿童的益处。文章从不同方面阐述了阅读杂志能激发孩子的阅读兴趣，培养他们的阅读技能，并帮助他们接触不同的主题和观点。 12．上文“Parents are often surprised when teachers suggest their children read magazines. They feel their kids’ reading abilities have been underestimated.(当老师们建议孩子们读杂志时，家长们往往很惊讶。他们觉得孩子们的阅读能力被低估了)”指出家长认为建议孩子读杂志低估了他们的阅读能力，然而下文介绍了读杂志的好处，由此猜测，空处内容应与上文形成转折关系，E项(然而，阅读杂志对年轻读者有许多好处)符合语境，故选E项。 13．根据下文“So a child can finish reading an article without losing interest due to a short attention span (持续时间).(所以，一个孩子可以读完一篇文章，不会因为注意力持续时间短而失去兴趣)”可知，空处应说明孩子可以读完一篇文章的原因，F项(杂志中的文章通常很短)明确说明了促使孩子可以读完整篇文章的原因，且选项中“short”与下文“a short attention span”相呼应，符合语境，故选F项。 14．根据下文“Magazine articles challenge students to think about issues they may have never considered or cause them to rethink their world view. Information is available in a wide variety of reading levels because magazines are written for every audience imaginable.(杂志文章挑战学生思考他们可能从未考虑过的问题，或者促使他们重新思考自己的世界观。由于杂志面向各种可以想象的读者群体，因此提供的信息涵盖了广泛的阅读水平)”可知，杂志可以将各种信息提供给各种阅读水平的读者，促使孩子思考，A项(读杂志能让孩子们接触到各种各样的主题)和下文衔接的非常紧密，引出下文的论述，符合语境，故选A项。 15．根据上文“When reading magazines together, family members get to learn about each other's interest.(当一起读杂志时，家庭成员们可以了解彼此的兴趣)”以及下文“Once each family member has finished reading each magazine, parents can even design art and writing projects for the whole family to work on.(一旦每个家庭成员都读完了每本杂志，父母甚至可以为全家人设计艺术和写作项目)”可知，上文提到家庭成员们一起读杂志，下文则描述了读完了杂志之后可以做的事，由此可知，空处可能陈述读完的杂志的处理的方法，D项(孩子们读完杂志后可以传给兄弟姐妹)承上启下，符合语境，故选D项。 1 / 54 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $