山西2025-2026学年高三下学期5月模拟英语试卷

高三英语 注意事项： 1．答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、班级、考场号、座位号、考生号填写在答题卡上。 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。 选择题部分 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 第一节 （共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 听下面5段录音。每段录音后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段录音后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段录音播放两遍。 1. When is the appointment tomorrow? A. At 9:00 a.m. B. At 11:00 a.m. C. At 9:00 p.m. 2. How does Lisa sound? A. Proud. B. Excited. C. Modest. 3. What is the man probably? A. A headmaster. B. A student. C. A temporary teacher. 4. Why did the woman use the app? A. To kill time. B. To do research. C. To watch movies. 5. Where does the conversation probably take place? A. In a clothing store. B. In a bank. C. In a company. 第二节 （共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听下面5段录音。每段录音后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段录音前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，每小题都有5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音播放两遍。 听第6段录音，回答第6、7题。 6. What does the boy want to do? A. Join the basketball team. B. Play on the soccer team. C. Watch a basketball game. 7. What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A. Sister and brother. B. Mother and son. C. Teacher and student. 听第7段录音，回答第8至10题。 8. Why does Tom call Mrs. White? A. To ask for some details. B. To make an appointment. C. To inform her of a meeting. 9. What will Mrs. White do on Monday morning? A. Have a business talk. B. Visit the factory. C. Host a meeting. 10. How will Mrs. White go to the factory? A. By subway. B. By car. C. By taxi. 听第8段录音，回答第11至13题。 11. What does the woman plan to do next month? A. Take the written test. B. Take the road test. C. Renew her driving license. 12. Why did the man fail his first road test? A. He parked improperly. B. He was too nervous. C. He forgot the turn signal. 13. What does the man offer to do for the woman? A. Accompany her to practice. B. Ask her father to coach her. C. Drive her to the test center. 听第9段录音，回答第14至16题。 14. What improved the woman’s painting skills? A. Trying new things. B. Learning from artists. C. Practicing consistently. 15. What does the man think of the woman’s approach to painting? A. Boring. B. Wise. C. Conventional. 16. How long has the woman been painting seriously? A. For about four months. B. For around three years. C. For over four years. 听第10段录音，回答第17至20题。 17. How do young people practice “slow living”? A. By reducing screen time. B. By setting hours for exercise. C. By traveling to the countryside. 18. What has made slow living practices widely accessible? A. Professional training courses. B. Company policies on work hours. C. Affordable tools and simple phone features. 19. Why do people share their offline achievement lists? A. To show off their artistic skills. B. To recall quiet times and motivate others. C. To find buyers for their handmade crafts. 20. What is the speaker mainly talking about? A. A lifestyle trend. B. A smartphone app. C. A home design. 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 Many talented musicians either had hearing problems from birth or got them because they were around loud noises for a long time. Here are some well-known artists who have talked openly about their hearing issues. Neil Young Neil Young suffered from serious hearing damage during the mixing of his 1991 live album Weld, which led him to take a break from recording. This loss reshaped his musical style, driving him to create more atmospheric works like Harvest Moon to avoid loud sounds. Though he still deals with tinnitus (耳鸣) and imperfect hearing, his sensitivity to loud noises has gradually decreased over time. Matt Maxey Matt Maxey, born with hearing loss, founded DEAFinitely Dope and worked as an ASL (American Sign Language) interpreter for celebrities like Chance the Rapper. He adapts non-traditional ASL for stage performances and notes the growing public awareness of sign language. Moby Moby, a pioneer in electronic music, emphasizes the dangers of loud music. Reflecting on his early days in bands, he admits to ignoring hearing protection, leading to constant ringing in his ears after loud performances. Since then, Moby has prioritized hearing protection, recognizing the serious consequences of hearing loss. Pete Townshend Pete Townshend, the lead guitarist of The Who, has suffered from severe hearing damage across his nearly five-decade career. In 2012, he had to leave the stage due to loud volume. This was a reminder of his ongoing challenge, which was intensified by the fact that The Who’s 1976 London concert once held the Guinness record for the loudest show. 21. What caused Neil Young to take a break from recording? A. His dislike of loud music. B. His severe hearing loss. C. His lack of musical inspiration. D. His busy schedule at that time. 22. What did Matt Maxey do for Chance the Rapper? A. He adapted his songs. B. He served as an interpreter. C. He founded a band with him. D. He taught him sign language. 23. Who had to stop a live performance because of the loud sound? A. Neil Young. B. Matt Maxey. C. Moby. D. Pete Townshend. B Volunteers, wearing gloves, move along the lakeside, with their garbage bags full of rubbish. Some bend down to pick up wet plastic, while others use nets on poles to fish out wrappers, bottles, etc. from the dirty water. It’s an unusual sight: young people turning a polluted water body back into its natural state. This lake in Kota, Rajasthan, has always attracted visitors. But a lack of care has left it full of waste. Now, the sound of collected rubbish hitting the bags signals the beginning of its rebirth. This energy comes from Kota Community, an initiative that has developed into one of the city’s most visible grassroots movements for cleanliness. What started as a small circle of concerned residents has expanded into a network of students and working professionals who meet regularly, often on Sunday, to clean streets, ancient stepwells and water bodies. Their guiding motto (标语), “Pehal Ek Kadam” (the first step), reflects the belief that every transformation begins with one action in the right direction. The inspiration for the movement came from a personal moment. Recalling how it all began, co-founder of Kota Community Gulshan Manwani said, “On one fine evening in 2023, when my wife and I were walking around Kota Barrage, a dam located on the Chambal River, we saw lots of garbage lying around.” The scene refused to leave him. Manwani and his wife, Mayuri, decided they would clean the spot themselves and put up a simple photo for a cleanliness drive on their private Instagram page, which would later become Kota Community. They were excited when they got responses from four to five people expressing interest in the cleanliness drive. Since then, they have held multiple such drives across the city. Nowadays, Kota Community works together with the authorities to make sure the collected waste is taken away and disposed (处理) of properly, ensuring their labor leads to lasting results. Over the past three years, Kota Community has organized 75 drives across 30 temples and 45 public spaces, steadily reclaiming corners of the city that had been ignored and left dirty. 24. What do we know about Kota Community from the text? A. It was founded by a group of students. B. It focuses on cleaning streets and wells. C. It holds cleaning drives every weekday. D. It has grown into a popular grassroots group. 25. What inspired Gulshan Manwani to start the cleanliness drive? A. A motto about transformation. B. A scene of garbage near the dam. C. A visit to an ancient stepwell. D. An urgent call from local authorities. 26. What is the author’s attitude toward the efforts of Kota Community? A. Appreciative. B. Doubtful. C. Neutral. D. Unsatisfied. 27. Why does the author mention the figures in the last paragraph? A. To attract more volunteers. B. To promote scenic spots. C. To stress authorities’ roles. D. To show effective efforts. C Regent honeyeaters (王吸蜜鸟), once common in southeastern Australia, are now critically endangered, with only a few hundred left in the wild. As their numbers declined, their unique soft song, used by males to defend territory and attract mates, also disappeared. Young males started singing songs of other species or simpler versions of the original. Those born in zoos under a captive breeding (圈养繁殖的) program didn’t learn the traditional song at all. To restore the song, scientists employed skilled honeyeaters as singing instructors. They found that regent honeyeaters familiar with the standard song could teach it to young, captive-born birds before they were released into the wild. Some of these birds even passed the song on to the next generation. Daniel Appleby, a conservation biologist, emphasized the importance of a stable song for the birds’ reproduction. The study highlights the need to consider animal culture in conservation efforts, as socially learned behaviors like birdsong are crucial for species survival. The honeyeater population dropped sharply in the 20th century due to habitat loss. With fewer birds around, young ones had little chance to learn the traditional song. A similar issue arose in captive breeding programs, where young birds had limited exposure to adult males during the critical song-learning period. As a result, zoo-born birds sang “strange, simple songs” and struggled to attract wild mates. Appleby and his team tried various strategies at Taronga Zoo and Taronga Western Plains Zoo. Playing recordings of the wild song through speakers failed, but real-life tutors (导师) — two wild-born males — succeeded. Young birds living alongside these tutors began to sing the traditional song. Maintaining reduced student-to-teacher proportions, with no more than five students per tutor, was key to success. Many tutored birds produced songs indistinguishable from the wild version, and some even became tutors themselves. The tutoring program continues, with researchers monitoring the birds’ survival and the spread of the traditional song in the wild. This study shows that captive breeding programs can take concrete steps to preserve the culture of threatened species, as socially learned behaviors play a vital role in animals’ survival and reproduction. 28. How did scientists succeed in bringing back the honeyeaters’ song? A. By using skilled singing coaches. B. By training young birds intensively. C. By playing recordings of the wild songs. D. By introducing new species to the habitat. 29. What can be inferred about the young regent honeyeaters born in zoos? A. They had no problem reproducing. B. They sang soft and complex songs. C. They met difficulty securing wild mates. D. They composed indistinguishable songs. 30. What contributes to the success of the tutoring program? A. Keeping small class sizes. B. Having a large number of tutors. C. Providing a rich diet for the birds. D. Using advanced recording equipment. 31. What is the best title for the text? A. Captive Breeding Programs for Honeyeaters B. Saving Regent Honeyeaters’ Traditional Song C. The Importance of Birdsong in Conservation D. Reproducing Regent Honeyeaters in Australia D Since ChatGPT emerged over three years ago, its use has rapidly spread from workplaces to schools nationwide, causing a heated debate among educators. While some advocate for its integration, others call for a complete ban due to concerns like cheating. As a result, educators are now divided on the issue. Amanda Bickerstaff, CEO of AI For Education, supports teaching AI literacy. She believes that instead of banning AI completely, educators should teach students what AI is, its limitations, and how to use it responsibly. As a former high school biology teacher, she now helps K-12 and higher education teachers adopt AI in their classrooms, preparing students for both immediate and future technological changes. However, philosophy professor James Taylor from The College of New Jersey disagrees. After seeing many identical, AI-generated essays filled with false information, he banned AI in his classes. He argues that relying on AI prevents students from developing critical thinking skills, as they outsource their thinking to machines. In his philosophy classes, students must complete handwritten assignments without any devices, encouraging them to discuss views, analyze arguments, and reach conclusions independently. Bickerstaff warns that banning AI may backfire, making it more appealing to students. Instead, she teaches students and teachers how to write effective AI prompts (指令) to enhance learning and check AI outputs. Despite their differing views on bans, both Bickerstaff and Taylor agree on the need for a thoughtful, balanced approach to AI. Bickerstaff points out that we are at a turning point, with generative AI becoming common in tools, social media, and devices. “If you have a new iPhone, you already have generative AI models in your hands,” she says, highlighting the urgency of preparing students for this AI-driven future. 32. What does Amanda Bickerstaff suggest educators do about AI in classrooms? A. Limit its application to specific subjects. B. Replace traditional tools with AI-based ones. C. Teach students its functions and ethical use. D. Prohibit its use entirely in school assignments. 33. Why did James Taylor ban AI in his philosophy classes? A. AI-generated essays were unclear. B. Students lacked access to devices. C. It harmed independent thinking skills. D. He wanted the students to avoid cheating. 34. What does the underlined word “backfire” in paragraph 4 probably mean? A. Cause minor issues. B. Improve learning efficiency. C. Gain unexpected support. D. Produce the opposite effect. 35. What does Bickerstaff imply about generative AI according to the last paragraph? A. It is unavoidable. B. It should be rejected. C. It affects creativity. D. It risks academic integrity. 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。 Have you ever tried to make a big life change and felt like you were fighting a battle of willpower? Maybe you promised to cut out sugar, caffeine (咖啡因), or takeout, only to feel discouraged. 36 The problem with this all-or-nothing approach is that it often feels like punishment — a rigid set of rules about what you can’t have. That’s why I love the flexible crowding out method. Instead of focusing on restriction or completely changing your habits overnight, this method takes a gentle, intentional approach. 37 Instead, you start adding in healthier, more consistent choices — and over time, they naturally take up more space, making the less supportive habits disappear on their own. 38 I used to start my mornings with coffee simply out of habit. It wasn’t something I thought much about — it was just part of my routine. But when I got curious about how I actually wanted to feel in the morning (grounded, clear-headed, and calm), I realized my daily caffeine rush wasn’t always in line with that intention. Rather than forcing myself to “quit coffee” completely, I took a different approach. As I ran out of my usual beans, I tried new drinks like a mushroom latte or a decaf London fog. It felt like an upgrade instead of a loss. I still had my comforting morning routine, but now it was something that truly supported my energy levels. No deprivation (剥夺). No guilt. 39 Here’s why the crowding out method is great. 40 Whether it’s adding more whole foods to your plate, moving your body in ways that feel joyful, or making space for mindfulness, the focus is always on what you gain, not what you lose. A. You ended up right back where you started. B. It was just a small, easy change that helped my body. C. Rather than restricting yourself, it’s about adding more good things. D. You don’t have to eliminate habits or foods that no longer serve you. E. This shift in mindset completely changed my relationship with caffeine. F. Over time, the things that no longer serve you naturally take a back seat. G. Instead of calling habits good or bad, ask if they help or hurt your well-being. 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四个选项中选出最佳选项。 I rent a sunny, one-bedroom apartment in Prospect Heights. I’ve lived there happily for six years. I love the apartment and the neighborhood. Plus, the empty unit next door meant complete    41   . Several months ago, I was working from home when I heard hammering (捶打) on the wall behind my bedroom headboard. Later I found out someone was installing (安装) a TV holder. Then for weeks, my new 42 played loud R&B music late at night while I was trying to sleep. Our musical tastes    43   , while our schedules did not. I found myself stepping into my bedroom each evening, listening to    44    whether I would be able to sleep or would have to use my pillows (枕头) to    45    the noise. I    46    with myself nightly, wondering whether I should say something, but stopped for fear of being painted as the    47    younger person next door. Then one night at about 11, work stress and lack of    48    pushed me to jump out of bed,    49    to my neighbor’s door, and angrily shout at him. To my    50   , he barely let me finish before apologizing    51   . We ended on a relatively warm note. The next afternoon, I opened my door only to    52    a bunch of flowers and a handwritten    53    in neat writing with small hearts. In that small exchange of anger and kindness, I realized that building a community sometimes begins with the    54    to speak up and the grace to    55   . 41. A. silence B. fun C. hope D. loneliness 42. A. friend B. neighbor C. roommate D. coworker 43. A. differed B. mattered C. matched D. improved 44. A. prove B. explain C. debate D. determine 45. A. block out B. turn down C. shut down D. take in 46. A. dealt B. met C. agreed D. argued 47. A. polite B. quiet C. mean D. lazy 48. A. energy B. confidence C. money D. sleep 49. A. drive B. wander C. march D. jog 50. A. anger B. surprise C. regret D. horror 51. A. casually B. happily C. proudly D. sincerely 52. A. buy B. find C. send D. fetch 53. A. poster B. report C. note D. book 54. A. courage B. right C. duty D. chance 55. A. forget B. forgive C. ignore D. complain 非选择题部分 注意：将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。 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。 For Sun Lixin, a 68-year-old Beijing native who has spent more than half a century in the kitchen, few aromas (香味) are unfamiliar. Each spring, there is a particular one he waits for: the sharp, unmistakable smell of fresh Chinese toon (香椿) shoots,    56    (rise) vividly with the season. His memory of that smell    57    (date) back to life in old Beijing courtyard homes. As late spring arrived, toon trees in the yard would push out purplish-red buds (嫩芽). Families would use a long pole    58    (grab) the shoots from high and outstretched    59    (branch). This precise sense of timing reflects    60    deeply rooted dietary principle in China: eating with the seasons. The moment is    61    (close) linked to Grain Rain (gu yu), the final solar term of spring, when increasing temperatures and rainfall bring rapid plant growth. Spring is the short period when Chinese toon — often    62    (call) the “vegetable from a tree” — is delicate and    63    (taste). Chinese toon is famous for its strong and distinctive aroma. Some prize it as a seasonal treat, while others find it overpowering, but for many Chinese diners, spring feels incomplete    64    it. Its season lasts barely a couple of weeks, after    65    the leaves quickly become woody and bitter. 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 假定你是李华，为了帮助同学们缓解学习压力，增进友谊，上周末你们班在学校小花园里举办了一场“Campus Picnic””。请你给英国好友Lily写一封邮件，分享这次特别的经历，内容包括： 1．聚会中的趣事； 2．你的感受与收获。 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 Lily, How is everything going?____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 第二节（满分25分） 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。 “There’s another deep infection... I’m afraid we’re going to have to amputate (截肢) your son’s leg,” the doctor explained to Jackie Burns as she fought back tears of desperation. In June 2018, her 10-year-old son Gavin was in a horrific car accident. He had been airlifted by medical helicopter to a local children’s hospital where he underwent several surgeries trying to save his left leg and foot. But nothing had worked. Gavin ultimately had to have his leg amputated from the knee down. After 17 days in the hospital, the boy was finally able to go home. The following year, Gavin did not go to a regular school. Instead, he was taught at home. This was very difficult because he had to handle many things at once. He needed to go to physical therapy (治疗) regularly, visit the doctor, and learn how to use his prosthetic leg (假肢). Later, he had to have another surgery. Life was very hard for him. When he was finally able to go back to school, he still needed help. Besides using his prosthetic leg, he also had to use a wheelchair to get around. He was very worried about fitting in with his classmates again. Other kids could run and jump, but he was not the same. He was afraid people might look at him differently or think he was strange. “You’re still the same Gavin inside even though you may look different from other kids,” Jackie said, hugging him tightly. “You can still do anything you put your mind to. I believe in you!” As the years rolled by, Gavin held on to his mother’s words, and by high school, he had become stronger, more confident and more skilled at using his prosthetic leg. One day, the 17-year-old came into the kitchen with a smile. “Mom, I want to play football.” Jackie froze and her heart skipped a beat. “Are you sure?” Gavin raised his head with confidence and answered loudly and clearly, “I am. After all, you said I could do anything!” 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。 With his parents’ support, Gavin signed up for the football team and was accepted.______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Finally, the day for the football game came. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 高三英语 参考答案 第一部分 听力 1 — 5 BCCBA 6 — 10 ABBAA 11 — 15 BCACB 16 — 20 CACBA 第二部分 阅读 21-25 BBDDB 26-30 ADACA 31-35 BCCDA 36-40 ADEBC 第三部分 语言运用 第一节 41-45 ABCDA 46-50 DCDCB 51-55 DBCAB 第二节 56. rising 57. dates 58. to grab 59. branches 60. a 61. closely 62. called 63. tasty 64. without 65. which 第四部分 写作 第一节 【参考范文】 Dear Lily, How is everything going? I’m writing to tell you about a heartwarming event we held last weekend — a Campus Picnic in the school garden. We spread picnic blankets under a big tree, sharing homemade snacks. The highlight was our “talent show without practice”: one classmate sang an English song while another classmate did a funny magic trick, making everyone burst into laughter. As the sun set, we sat together, chatting freely about our dreams. This party took away my stress! It helped me relax and realize that friendship is the best comfort. I felt recharged and closer to my classmates. Yours, Li Hua 第二节 【参考范文】 With his parents’ support, Gavin signed up for the football team and was accepted. From that moment on, Gavin’s life became a rush of training sessions. He’d wake up before dawn, put on his special sports prosthetic leg, and head to the field. There, he’d practice tirelessly, running drills until his legs ached. His teammates, initially doubtful about his ability, soon witnessed his incredible determination. Gavin never complained, even when faced with setbacks. Instead, he used every challenge as motivation to improve. His positive energy was infectious, and soon, the entire team gathered around him, training harder and growing stronger together. Finally, the day for the football game came. The stadium was filled with cheering fans. Gavin stood on the sidelines, heart pounding, but his eyes shone with determination. When he stepped onto the field, the crowd erupted in cheers. During the game, Gavin moved with surprising speed and quickness. In the final minutes, he scored the winning goal. As the final signal sounded, Gavin was lifted onto his teammates’ shoulders, a hero in their eyes, proving that with courage and support, anything is possible. 附听力原文 Text 1 W: I’d like to book a haircut for tomorrow. M: Sure. How about 9:00 tomorrow morning? W: I’m afraid I can’t make it then. Could we postpone it by two hours? M: No problem. Text 2 M: Nice work! I’m so proud of you, Lisa. W: Thank you, Mr. Josephson. I hope I can get higher chemistry scores next time. Text 3 W: You did a great job filling in for Mr. Smith today. The students said you explained the math problems very clearly. M: Thank you! I really enjoyed teaching them. Please let me know if you need someone to cover classes again. Text 4 M: Were you watching a movie in your room just now? W: No. I was using an app to watch some short videos. M: I also watch them to kill time. W: But I am taking part in some research. It is part of an experiment. Text 5 M: Excuse me, I’d like to return this jacket. I bought it yesterday. W: Okay. Do you have the receipt? M: Yes, here you are. Can I get a refund? W: Of course. Cash or card? Text 6 M: I really want to join the school basketball team. W: Basketball? What about your studies? M: Don’t worry. Practice is only twice a week, and all my friends are signing up. W: Well, your sister is on the school soccer team, and she barely has time to study. M: I promise I’m different. W: Okay, fine. But there’s a condition. M: What is it? W: You have to finish your homework every day before you go to the gym. No excuses. M: Deal! I promise I won’t let my grades slip. Text 7 M: Hi, Mrs. White. This is Tom from Blue Sky Factory. Would you like to look around our factory sometime? I can arrange a tour for you next Monday. W: Let me see. On Monday morning, I will go to a company to take part in a business meeting. And in the afternoon, I will have a sales meeting in my company. Maybe it will be over at 5 o’clock. That’s a little bit late. How about next Tuesday? M: OK. I will arrange it right away. I will send a car to pick you up at your company at 8:30 a.m. W: Oh, no. I will take neither the car nor the taxi because of the rush hour. I can take the subway and it is convenient for me. M: All right. See you. Text 8 M: Hi, Helen. Have you got your driving license yet? W: So far I have just taken the written test. I will take the road test next month. M: I remember when I took the road test for the first time, I failed. W: You failed? But you are such a good driver. What happened? M: I drove a little fast and I didn’t turn on my turn signal before making a turn. The examiner was very strict and told me to go back to the test center. W: That’s too bad. Well, my big problem is parking. M: If you like, I can practice parking with you this weekend. W: That would be great. You know, my father and my husband are good drivers but they are both too busy to practice with me. Text 9 M: Hey, your painting skills are really impressive! Can you share how you’ve improved so much? W: Thanks! Well, I guess I just keep painting every day and never give up. M: That sounds simple, but how do you stay motivated? Do you have a favorite subject to paint? W: Actually, I like to try different things. Sometimes I paint landscapes, other times portraits. It keeps things interesting. M: Nice! And what do you do when you feel stuck or don’t like how a painting is turning out? W: I take a break, maybe go for a walk or look at some other artists’ work for inspiration. Then I come back with fresh eyes. M: That’s smart. How long have you been painting like this, always trying new things and taking breaks when needed? W: Oh, I’ve been painting seriously for about four years now. It takes time, but it’s worth it. M: Wow, that’s longer than I thought. I thought you said you started three years ago? W: No, it has been four years as of last month. M: Practice makes perfect, as they say. Text 10 M: A “slow living” trend is spreading among young professionals. They wake up without checking their phones, set specific hours for reading and cooking, and create “tech-free corners” in their homes. Young people are beginning to reclaim their attention and time from constant digital interruptions. Through intentional slowing down, individuals aim to reduce stress and rebuild meaningful face-to-face connections. Nowadays, many smartphone brands have introduced built-in focus modes and usage reminders. Simple tools like timer clocks and paper planners have also returned to popularity. These easy-to-use features and low-cost methods have made slow living practices widely accessible. On online platforms, “slow living” communities have attracted thousands of members. Users post photos of their handwritten journals, share routines for quiet mornings, and exchange ideas for offline activities like gardening and painting. A warm space for celebrating simple moments has emerged. At the end of each week, people often share their “offline achievement lists” to look back on peaceful moments and inspire others to adopt a calmer pace of life. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $