江苏省苏州市2025～2026学年初三下学期英语中考考前模拟练习卷4（苏州专用）

江苏省苏州市2025 - 2026学年初三下学期中考英语

考前模拟卷4（苏州专用）

 

第一部分 完形填空 (共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分)

请认真阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。

When 14-year-old Chen Yu from Changzhou first tried AI painting, he was amazed. He typed "a cat reading under moonlight" and the computer ___1___ a beautiful picture in seconds. "This is so cool!" he told his father.

Chen Yu has loved drawing since he was little, but he found traditional painting ___2___. "It takes hours to finish one good piece," he said. AI painting was different. It was fast and full of ___3___. Soon, he spent all his free time making AI art.

His father, a high school teacher, felt ___4___. "He's just typing words, not really creating," he said. "Real art needs skill and patience." But Chen Yu didn't agree. "AI is a ___5___, just like a brush," he argued.

One day, the school held an art competition. Chen Yu decided to ___6___ an AI-generated picture of a futuristic Changzhou. The image showed a skyline with glowing bridges and flying cars. Many students were impressed, but some said, "___7___ didn't draw this. The computer did."

The judges struggled. Finally, they gave him a special "Innovation Award". The headmaster explained, "We honor his creative use of technology, ___8___ next time we require a hand-drawn part as well."

Chen Yu accepted the result calmly. He ___9___ to learn traditional drawing skills while continuing with AI. "Both have value," he said. "The future belongs to those who can ___10___ the old with the new."

 

1. A. drew          B. bought        C. stole          D. described

2. A. exciting       B. boring         C. difficult       D. simple

3. A. mistakes       B. surprises       C. dangers       D. rules

4. A. proud         B. satisfied        C. worried       D. excited

5. A. toy           B. tool          C. game         D. secret

6. A. enter          B. sell          C. borrow       D. paint

7. A. He           B. She          C. You          D. We

8. A. or            B. so           C. but           D. if

9. A. forgot        B. refused        C. started        D. failed

10. A. replace      B. compare       C. mix          D. break

 

第二部分 阅读理解 (共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分)

请认真阅读下列短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。

 

A

Every year, millions of birds die from crashing into windows. Why does this happen? Birds don't see glass the way humans do. To them, windows reflect trees, clouds, or the sky. They think they are flying toward a safe place, not a hard surface.

But there is good news. People are finding ways to help. In New York City, a program called "Lights Out" asks building owners to turn off unnecessary lights at night. Migrating birds use stars to navigate, and bright city lights confuse them. Since the program started, bird deaths have dropped by 50% in some areas.

You can help too, even at home. Put stickers or decals on your windows. These break up the reflection. Close your curtains at night. Plant bushes or trees near windows so birds slow down before reaching the glass. One simple method is to draw white lines with a soap bar. Birds can see these lines.

"I used to find dead birds in my yard every spring," said Mrs. Li from Changzhou. "Last year, I put up owl-shaped stickers on all my windows. This year, I haven't found a single one."

Scientists are also testing new types of glass with special patterns that birds can see. These glasses are becoming cheaper and more popular. Protecting birds is not just about kindness. Birds eat insects and spread seeds. They are important for a healthy environment. Every saved bird makes a difference.

11. Why do birds often crash into glass windows?

A. They are attracted by lights inside the house.

B. They think the reflection is a real space to fly into.

C. They want to catch insects on the glass surface.

D. They cannot see clearly at night.

12. How does the "Lights Out" program help birds?

A. It turns off windows at night.

B. It plants more trees near buildings.

C. It reduces confusing lights during bird migration.

D. It feeds birds to keep them away from cities.

13. Which method is NOT mentioned in the passage to prevent bird crashes?

A. Putting stickers on windows.

B. Painting windows with bright colors.

C. Drawing lines with a soap bar.

D. Using new types of glass with patterns.

 

B

Have you ever seen a "tiny house"? It is a small home, usually less than 50 square meters. In recent years, more people around the world are choosing to live in these small spaces. Why is this happening?

First, tiny houses are much cheaper than normal houses. Young people who cannot afford a big apartment see tiny houses as a good choice. Second, they are better for the environment. Small houses use less electricity and water. They also produce less waste. Third, living in a tiny house means less cleaning and fewer things to take care of. This gives people more free time to do what they truly enjoy.

But tiny living is not for everyone. Some people miss having space for visitors. Others find it hard to give up their collections of books, shoes, or sports equipment. There is also a legal problem. In many cities, it is against the law to build a very small house on a piece of land.

In China, a new trend is "mini-apartments" in big cities like Shanghai and Shenzhen. These are only 15 to 30 square meters but have clever designs. Beds fold into walls. Tables drop from ceilings. Every centimeter is used.

Wang Tao, a 25-year-old engineer in Suzhou, built his own tiny house in his parents'