江苏常州市2025～2026学年初三下学期英语中考考前模拟卷

江苏省常州市2025~2026学年初三下学期英语中考 考前模拟卷3（常州专用） （考试时间：120分钟 试卷满分：120分） 第Ⅰ卷（选择题 共 65 分） 一、单项选择（本题共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分） 从A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 1. — What do you think of ______ documentary called “The Green Planet”? — It’s ______ amazing film. I highly recommend it. A. the; an B. a; the C. the; a D. a; an 2. After the long journey, we were all tired, but ______ of us wanted to rest. We were too excited to see the sea. A. all B. neither C. any D. none 3. — ______ I hand in the science project report today? — No, you don’t have to. The deadline has been put off to next Monday. A. Can B. Must C. May D. Should 4. The new energy bus runs ______, producing almost no noise or pollution. A. silently B. loudly C. quickly D. suddenly 5. — ______ will China’s manned lunar landing mission be carried out? — It’s scheduled to be in 2030, according to the official plan. A. How long B. How often C. How soon D. How far 6. The professor explained that the ancient city ______ in this area over 2,000 years ago. A. is built B. was built C. will be built D. has been built 7. — Peter, don’t always compare ______ with others. Just focus on your own progress. — Thank you for your advice, Dad. I will. A. me B. my C. mine D. myself 8. While the mother ______ the floor, her son ______ on the sofa, telling her a lie about his homework. A. swept; lay B. was sweeping; was lying C. sweeps; lies D. is sweeping; is lying 9. ______ the newly-developed AI medical system, doctors can diagnose diseases more accurately in rural areas. A. According to B. Instead of C. Thanks to D. As for 10. — I think keeping old things like tickets and postcards is a waste of space. — ______. They hold precious memories of the past. A. That’s true B. I’m afraid I disagree C. No problem D. It doesn’t matter 二、完形填空（本题共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 In the autumn of 2025, 14-year-old Zhang Mei from a mountain village in Guizhou Province experienced something truly special. She was chosen to join the “Youth Cultural Heritage Protection” summer camp in Dunhuang, Gansu. When Zhang Mei first arrived at the Mogao Caves, she felt both amazed and a little 11 . She had only seen pictures of the ancient murals (壁画) in her textbook. “I was worried that I wouldn’t 12 the stories behind them,” she said softly. The camp 13 25 students from across the nation. They learned not only about the 14 of the caves but also about the science of protection. They used special 3D glasses to “enter” caves that are closed to the public. Zhang Mei’s most unforgettable moment was trying a virtual reality (VR) tool to 15 a damaged mural. “At first, I was so clumsy that I almost clicked the wrong button and 16 a data file,” she laughed. But with the patient help of the camp 17 , she quickly learned. “When I successfully repaired a small part of the mural on the screen, I felt like I had become a time traveler, 18 the ancient artists,” she said proudly. The camp also 19 the importance of teamwork. “We were divided into groups to record the colors and patterns of the murals. Each of us had a specific 20 , and we had to work closely together,” Zhang Mei explained. On the final day, they were taken to a real protection site. “It was very quiet there, but I could almost hear the 21 of the ancient painters,” she said. “I realized that every small scratch on the mural is a story, and it’s our duty to 22 it.” Now back in her village, Zhang Mei has set up a “Wall Painting Story” corner in the school library. She 23 photos and videos she took in Dunhuang to share her 24 and inspire her classmates. “This camp opened a door to a world I never knew existed,” she said. “I used to think history was just boring dates. Now I know that history is 25 , and we are a part of keeping it alive.” 11. A. excited B. nervous C. bored D. relaxed 12. A. forget B. doubt C. understand D. miss 13. A. refused B. avoided C. ignored D. brought together 14. A. price B. color C. history D. size 15. A. draw B. repair C. copy D. discover 16. A. saved B. found C. deleted D. backed up 17. A. doctors B. drivers C. instructors D. cooks 18. A. fighting B. following C. inviting D. joining 19. A. questioned B. discussed C. forgot D. stressed 20. A. problem B. duty C. secret D. dream 21. A. whispers B. cries C. songs D. laughs 22. A. hide B. protect C. change D. finish 23. A. buys B. draws C. borrows D. shows 24. A. fear B. doubt C. experience D. luck 25. A. silent B. alive C. far D. long 三、阅读理解（本题共20小题；每小题2分，满分40分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分） A In late 2025, a groundbreaking project called “Sky River” was officially launched in the smog-prone region of Hebei Province. Unlike traditional methods of fighting air pollution, which focus on reducing emissions from factories and cars, “Sky River” uses a fleet of autonomous drones to spray special materials that clean the air directly. The project, a joint effort between environmental scientists and a tech company, started in the city of Baoding. Every morning, when the air quality index reaches a certain level, 50 drones rise from their stations. They fly in a coordinated formation, releasing a fine mist of a water-based catalyst (催化剂). This catalyst bonds with PM2.5 particles, making them heavy enough to fall to the ground. “One drone can clean the air over an area the size of two football stadiums in an hour,” said Dr. Feng, the lead scientist. Ground sensors placed every 500 meters provide real-time data. The drones’ flight paths and the amount of catalyst released are all controlled by an AI system. “In the past, we could only tell people to stay indoors. Now we can actively improve the air they breathe,” said Ms. Li, a local environmental officer. The government plans to expand the “Sky River” project to 15 more polluted cities in northern China by 2027. “This is not just about cleaning the air; it’s about using smart technology to create a healthier living environment actively,” said a government spokesperson. 26. What makes the “Sky River” project different from traditional pollution control? A. It focuses on reducing emissions from cars. B. It uses drones to actively clean the air. C. It asks people to stay indoors. D. It only works in smog-free regions. 27. How do the drones help to clean the air? A. They plant more trees. B. They absorb PM2.5 into their engines. C. They release a catalyst that makes pollution particles fall. D. They monitor the air quality index. 28. What does the underlined word “coordinated” in paragraph 2 probably mean? A. Messy and disorganized B. Slow and careful C. Planned and working together D. Random and fast 29. What is the goal of the “Sky River” project by 2027? A. To cover 50 cities. B. To build 15 new drone stations. C. To expand to 15 more polluted cities. D. To plant 15 million trees. B Have you ever heard of “sleep texting”? It’s not a new form of communicating. It’s a sleep disorder (失调) where people send text messages while they are asleep, with no memory of it when they wake up. And it’s becoming a growing concern among Chinese teenagers. Chen Wei, a 15-year-old from Shanghai, once texted his friend “The purple giraffe is in the kitchen” at 2 a.m. “I had no idea I did that until my friend showed me the next day,” he said, feeling embarrassed. “I was so tired from studying and was probably dreaming.” A 2026 study found that nearly 45% of Chinese teenagers who keep their phones next to their beds have experienced sleep texting at least once. Experts say the main causes are severe sleep deprivation (缺乏) and stress. The blue light from phones also disrupts sleep cycles, making the brain partly awake while the body is still asleep. Dr. Wang, a sleep specialist, gives practical advice. “First, keep your phone out of your bedroom, or at least put it across the room. Second, turn off your phone or set it to ‘Do Not Disturb’ mode before you fall asleep. Third, establish a relaxing pre-sleep routine like reading a book or taking a bath instead of scrolling through social media.” Some parents are now using “phone lock boxes” at home. “We set a rule: all family members put their phones in the box by 9:30 p.m. It has helped everyone, especially our son, get much better sleep,” said Mr. Zhou, a father of a 14-year-old. While some experts argue that sleep texting is harmless, others warn that it is a clear sign of poor sleep habits and stress, which can lead to more serious health issues. 30. What is “sleep texting”? A. A new app for sending messages. B. Sending messages while dreaming and remembering it. C. Sending messages during sleep without remembering it. D. A tool to help people fall asleep. 31. According to Dr. Wang, what is one way to avoid sleep texting? A. Keep the phone under your pillow. B. Use your phone more before sleeping. C. Turn off notifications on your phone. D. Place your phone far away from your bed. 32. What can we infer from Mr. Zhou’s example? A. Phone lock boxes are expensive. B. Family rules can help reduce sleep texting. C. Only teenagers have sleep texting issues. D. Reading a book before sleep is bad. C ① By 2026, a revolutionary transport system has completed its trial phase in Chengdu: the “Podway”. Unlike trains or cars, the Podway consists of small, self-driving, electric pods that travel on elevated magnetic tracks. ② How does the Podway work? Each pod seats four passengers and hangs below a magnetic rail. Passengers use an app to call a pod to their nearest station. The AI system then calculates the fastest route. The pod detaches (分离) from the main track to go directly to the passenger’s destination without stopping at intermediate stations. It can travel up to 70 km/h. ③ The first Podway line, connecting the city center with a high-tech zone, opened in April 2026. A 35-minute drive during rush hour now takes only 12 minutes by Podway. “It’s like having your own private metro,” said Ms. Zhang, a daily commuter. ④ However, the Podway faces challenges. The construction cost is very high — about 150 million yuan per kilometer. Also, the magnetic tracks are visible and some residents complain they spoil the city’s skyline. Furthermore, the emergency evacuation system in case of power failure is still being tested. ⑤ The company aims to reduce the cost by 40% using new materials by 2029 and to build Podway networks in 5 other major cities. “The Podway is not a distant future technology. It is the smart solution for urban congestion (拥堵) today,” said the company CEO. 33. What is paragraph ② mainly about? A. The history of the Podway. B. The cost of the Podway. C. How the Podway functions. D. The problems of the Podway. 34. According to paragraph ④, what is a disadvantage of the Podway? A. It is too slow. B. It cannot carry many people. C. Its tracks might be considered ugly. D. It is too quiet. 35. What does the underlined word “intermediate” in paragraph ② probably mean? A. Final B. Starting C. In between D. Under ground 36. Which of the following best shows the structure of the passage? A. ①--②③--④⑤ B. ①②--③--④⑤ C. ①--②③④--⑤ D. ①②③--④--⑤ D You’ve heard of your carbon and digital footprints. Now, meet your “water footprint” — the total amount of freshwater used to produce the goods and services you consume, both directly (like drinking) and indirectly (like growing the cotton for your T-shirt). Everything you use has a hidden water cost. A single cup of coffee requires about 140 liters of water to grow the beans, produce the cup, and so on. One kilogram of chocolate has a water footprint of 17,000 liters. That’s the amount of water you’d drink in about 23 years! The average person in China has a water footprint of about 1,000 m³ per year. This is close to the global average but higher in richer provinces. Here are four steps to reduce your water footprint. Step 1: Eat smart Producing 1 kg of beef requires 15,000 liters of water, while 1 kg of vegetables requires only 300 liters. Cutting meat from your diet just one day a week can save a lot of water. Step 2: Avoid waste It’s estimated that one-third of all food produced globally is wasted. When you throw away an apple, you’re also throwing away the 70 liters of water used to grow it. Step 3: Choose products wisely A cotton T-shirt has a water footprint of 2,700 liters. Choose clothes made from less water-intensive materials like linen or recycled fabrics. Buy second-hand clothes whenever possible. Step 4: Be mindful at home A dripping tap can waste over 10,000 liters of water a year. Turning off the tap while brushing your teeth saves about 6 liters per minute. Many schools are now teaching “water footprint” lessons. The Green School in Kunming challenged students to reduce their water footprint by 20% in one semester. Last year, their efforts saved enough water to fill three standard swimming pools. 37. What is the main purpose of the passage? A. To explain the water footprint and how to reduce it. B. To compare water footprints of different countries. C. To show the benefits of drinking more water. D. To describe how to produce coffee. 38. How much water is needed to produce 1 kg of vegetables? A. 140 liters B. 300 liters C. 15,000 liters D. 17,000 liters 39. Which action is an example of “Choose products wisely”? A. Eating less meat. B. Fixing a dripping tap. C. Buying second-hand clothes. D. Finishing all the food on your plate. 40. What did the Green School in Kunming achieve? A. They saved three swimming pools’ worth of water in a semester. B. They stopped using water for a month. C. They developed a new water-saving tap. D. They encouraged students to drink less water. 第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分） 请认真阅读下面短文，从短文后所给的六个选项中选出五个可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 Are you afraid of public speaking? If so, you are not alone. It is one of the most common fears among teenagers. 41 First, prepare well. Know your topic inside and out. The more prepared you are, the more confident you will feel. 42 Second, practice, but don’t memorize. Rehearse your speech in front of a mirror or with your family. 43 Focus on remembering the key points and letting the words flow naturally. Third, focus on your message, not yourself. You are there to share something important, not to be judged on every word you say. 44 Fourth, use deep breathing. Before you go on stage, take three slow, deep breaths. This calms your heart rate and clears your mind. Finally, remember that most people won’t notice your nervousness. 45 They are listening to your ideas. So relax and be yourself. A. Memorizing every word can make you sound unnatural. B. Here are five tips to help you overcome this fear. C. Never look at your audience. D. Think about how your ideas can help them. E. What they see is a confident speaker if you act like one. F. Writing a long speech is the best way to succeed. 第Ⅱ卷（非选择题 共 55 分） 四、词汇运用（本题共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分） 46. The rapid __________ (develop) of renewable energy is changing the world. 47. It is __________ (honest) to cheat in exams. You should always tell the truth. 48. The __________ (discover) of a new energy source brought hope to the world. 49. We need to make a wise __________ (choose) about our future career. 50. My uncle works as an __________ (electric) at the power plant. 51. The students were deeply __________ (move) by the hero’s story. 52. With the __________ (introduce) of 5G, internet speed has greatly increased. 53. You should avoid __________ (stay) up late too often. It’s bad for your health. 54. The volunteers are busy __________ (organize) the charity event. 55. The dancer performed __________ (graceful) on the stage. 五、短文填空（本题共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分） In 2026, Chinese engineers completed the world’s first “Forest City” in a new district of Guangzhou. This city is different from any other. Instead of skyscrapers made of steel and glass, most of the buildings 56 (cover) in thousands of trees and plants. Living in the Forest City is like living in a vertical jungle. The plants on the building facades absorb CO₂ and produce oxygen. They also provide natural cooling. “The temperature inside the buildings 57 (be) 5 degrees lower than outside in summer,” said Ms. Chen, an architect. “This 58 (save) a lot of energy on air conditioning.” To keep the plants healthy, a smart irrigation system 59 (use). Sensors in the soil check the moisture (湿度) and send data to a central computer. It then tells the pipes exactly when and how much 60 (water) each plant. “This system 61 (prevent) water waste and makes sure every plant is healthy,” said a gardener. Every day, drones fly around the buildings 62 (check) for damaged plants or pests. They can also 63 (automatic) spray eco-friendly pesticides when needed. “The city breathes and grows 64 (like) a living forest,” said Ms. Chen. 65 (live) in a Forest City is not only healthy but also beautiful. China plans to build ten more such cities by 2035. “The future of architecture is green and alive,” said a government scientist. 六、阅读与回答问题（本题共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分） 阅读下面短文，并根据短文内容回答问题。（每题答案不超过6个词） Have you ever heard of “eco-anxiety”? It’s not a fear of open spaces or insects. It’s the feeling of worry, fear, or hopelessness about the future of our planet, especially climate change. Eco-anxiety is becoming more common among teenagers. Why? Because young people are constantly seeing news about melting ice caps, forest fires, and extreme weather. They feel uncertain about their future and feel powerless to make a difference. A 2026 global study found that 70% of teenagers experience some level of eco-anxiety. A 16-year-old from Nanjing said, “Sometimes I lie awake at night worrying about whether there will be a healthy planet for me to raise children on.” But experts say a mild form of eco-anxiety can be a good thing. It shows you care and can motivate you to take action. However, severe anxiety can be paralyzing (令人不知所措的). So what should you do? First, talk about your feelings. Don’t keep them inside. Share them with friends, family, or a teacher. Second, take action, no matter how small. Recycle, plant a tree, or join a local cleanup. Action replaces fear with hope. Third, find positive news. There are many success stories about environmental protection. Finally, connect with nature. Go for a walk in a park. It reminds you of what you are protecting. Dr. Lin, an environmental psychologist, says, “Eco-anxiety is a normal response to a real problem. Don’t let it drown you. Instead, let it be your compass, guiding you to take meaningful steps.” So, if you feel anxious about the environment, don’t ignore it. Channel that energy into positive change. 66. What is eco-anxiety? ______________________________________________________________________ 67. Why do teenagers feel eco-anxiety? ______________________________________________________________________ 68. What is the first step to deal with eco-anxiety? ______________________________________________________________________ 69. According to Dr. Lin, can mild eco-anxiety be good? ______________________________________________________________________ 70. What should you let eco-anxiety guide you to do? ______________________________________________________________________ 七、书面表达（共25分） 71. 假如你是李华，你的英国笔友David给你发来电子邮件，说他最近对人工智能（AI）非常着迷，以至于花费大量时间研究，导致学习成绩下滑，他感到很矛盾，不知道如何平衡兴趣与学业。请你给他回信，提出你的建议。 邮件内容要点： 1. 理解和安慰：肯定他对AI的兴趣是好事，但同时指出学业的重要性。 2. 提出具体建议： - 制定合理的时间表，规划学习和研究AI的时间。 - 尝试将AI兴趣与学习结合，例如用AI工具辅助学习。 - 保证充足的休息，保持精力充沛。 3. 表达鼓励：希望他找到平衡，在学业和兴趣上都取得进步。 写作要求： - 短文必须包括所有内容要点，可适当发挥； - 词数不少于80；格式、开头与结尾已经给出，不计入总词数； - 邮件中不得使用真实的人名、校名。 Dear David, Thank you for sharing your feelings with me. I can understand that you are passionate about AI. _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ Yours sincerely, Li Hua 试卷答案 一、单项选择 1-5 ADBAC 6-10 BDBCB 二、完形填空 11-15 BCDCB 16-20 CCDDB 21-25 ABDCB 三、阅读理解 26-29 BCCC 30-32 CDB 33-36 CCCA 37-40 ABCA 41-45 B A EDC 四、词汇运用 46. development 47. dishonest 48. discovery 49. choice 50. electrician 51. moved 52. introduction 53. staying 54. organizing 55. gracefully 五、短文填空 56. are covered 57. is 58. saves 59. is used 60. to water 61. prevents 62. to check 63. automatically 64. like 65. Living 六、阅读与回答问题 66. Worry about the planet’s future. 67. Because they see bad news. 68. Talk about your feelings. 69. Yes, it can. 70. Take meaningful steps/actions. 七、书面表达（参考范文） Dear David, Thank you for sharing your feelings with me. I can understand that you are passionate about AI. It’s a fascinating field, and your interest is a great strength. However, I also understand your worry about your falling grades. Finding a balance is indeed important. Here are some suggestions for you. First, make a reasonable timetable. Set aside specific hours for your schoolwork and separate hours for exploring AI. This will help you manage your time effectively without neglecting either. Second, try to combine your interest with your studies. For example, you can use AI tools to help you understand difficult math or science concepts. This way, your passion becomes a learning aid. Finally, make sure you get enough rest. A tired mind cannot learn efficiently or enjoy any hobby to its fullest. I believe you can find the right balance. Your passion for AI is a gift. Don’t give it up, but also don’t let it overshadow your main responsibilities. I hope you can make progress in both your studies and your hobby. Yours sincerely, Li Hua 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $