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现在是听力试音时间。Hello, international friends club, can I help you? Oh. hello. I read about your club in the paper today, and I thought i'd phone to find out a bit more. Yes, certainly. Well, we are sort of a social club for people from different countries. It's quite a new club. We have about fifty members at the moment, but we're growing . all the time. That sounds interesting. I am british actually, and I came to washington about three months ago. I'm looking for ways to meet people. Uh, what kinds of events do you organize? Well, we have social get togethers and sports events, and we also have language evenings. Could you tell me something about the language evenings? Yes, every day, except thursday, we have a language evening. People can come and practice their languages. You know, over drinks or something, we have different languages on different evenings, monday spanish, tuesday italian, wednesday german and friday french. On thursdays, we usually have a meal in a restaurant for anyone who . wants to come. Well, that sounds great. I really need to practice my french OK. Well, if you can just give me your name and address, i'll send you the form and some more information. If you join now, you can have . the first month free试音到此结束,听力考试正式开始。请看听力部分第一节,第一节听下面五段录音,每段录音后有一个小题,从题中所给的ABC3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。现在你有5秒钟的时间阅读第一小题的有关内容。听下面的录音,回答第一小题。Excuse me, could you tell me where the economics . section is? Sure, it's over by the literature section. If you are looking for a specific book, you can look IT up on this computer. Excuse me, could you tell me where the economics section is? sure. It's over by the literature section. If you are looking for a specific book, you can look IT up on this computer. 听下面的录音,回答第二小题。There will be a traditional chinese painting exhibition on saturday. free for students. Really, i've always wanted to learn more about . ink painting. Let's go together. I'll bring my notebook. There will be a traditional chinese painting exhibition on saturday. free for students. Really, i've always wanted to learn more about . ink painting. Let's go together. I'll bring my notebook. 听下面的录音,回答第三小题。how do you like a new cafe on campus? It's quiet and the coffee there keeps . me focused, I agree. And the desks are spaces, though IT gets busy during exams. How do you like a new cafe on campus? It's quiet and the coffee there keeps . me focused, I agree. And the desks are spacious, though IT gets busy during exams. 听下面的录音,回答第四小题。Alice, we need to finalize our robot competition plan. I ve scheduled weekend sessions. Let's fix on programming. We can treat IT like a science project step by step. Stick to the plan, and maybe we can take a . trip after Alice. We need to finalize our robot competition plan. I ve scheduled weekend sessions. Let's fix on programing. good. We can treated like a science project step by step. Stick to the plan and maybe we can take a trip after. 听下面的录音,回答第五小题。Oh, i'm sorry, I forgot to bring the dictionary you'd let me last friday. okay? I won't needed until wednesday, as long as I get IT by then. All right, all done off a day earlier. Oh, i'm sorry, I forgot to bring the dictionary. You would let . me last friday. okay? I won't needed until wednesday, as long as I get IT by then. All right, i'll dropped off a day earlier. 第一节到此结束,第二节听下面5段录音。每段录音后有几个小题,从题中所给的ABC3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。听下面的录音,回答第六和第七小题。现在你有10秒钟的时间阅读这两个小题。Have you found the laptop you once. sir, not yet. But I noticed this tablet. The screen looks sharp. good eye. It's great for creative work, and a touch pen feels very natural right now. You can get a case at half Price with IT. It's the pen that caught my eye. IT reminds me of my knights who's learning digital art. Actually, we are holding a beginner of friendly digital art workshop next every day. IT teaches how to use these tools. IT could be perfect for her. That sounds perfect. Have you found the laptop you once. sir, not yet. But I noticed this tablet. The screen looks sharp. good eye. It's great for creative work, and a touch pen feels very natural right now. You can get a case at half Price with IT. It's the pen that caught my eye. IT reminds me of my niece who's learning digital art. Actually, we are holding a beginner friendly digital art workshop next saturday. IT teaches how to use these tools. IT could be perfect for her. That sounds perfect. 听下面的录音,回答第八至第十小题。现在你有15秒钟的时间阅读这三个小题。You're quiet, Stephen. What's on your mind? I'm thinking about quitting my job to write my novel. This job is just exhAusting me, and the stories in my head won't leave me alone. That's a big step. What are you most afraid of . fAiling completely, losing everything and disappointing my family? And if you don't try. i'll regret IT forever. Why not give IT a trial run, treat writing like a part time job for six months, maybe wake up two hours early to write, see if you really enjoy the riding itself. not just the idea of IT like a test. You're quiet, Steven, what's on your mind? I'm thinking about quitting my job to write my novel. This job is just exhAusting me, and the stories in my head won't leave me alone. That's a big step. What are you most afraid of? FAiling completely, losing everything and disappointing my family. And if you don't try. i'll regret IT forever. Why not give IT a trial run, treat writing like a part time job for six months, maybe wake up two hours early to write, see if you really enjoy the riding itself, not just the idea . of IT like a test. 听下面的录音,回答第十一至第十三小题。现在你有15秒钟的时间阅读这三个小题。mr. Johnson, thanks for accepting the school newspaper s interview. I'm actually writing a feature, not a class assignment. Happy to help. What can I tell you? Well, I hear you are retiring soon after thirty five years at a library. What are your plans after such a long career here? Actually, I started as a student worker, so it's been even longer than thirty five years. I'm really looking forward to finally diving into all those books we've collected over the decades. That sounds wonderful. Looking back, what would you say is the biggest change you've witnessed? It's digitization. We've digitized most books for online access, preserving them for the future. We use advanced standards to protect precious old books . and documents that truly ground breaking. Thank you so much for your insights. mr. Johnson, thanks for accepting the school newspaper s interview. I'm actually writing a feature, not a class assignment. Happy to help. What can I tell you? Well, I hear you are retiring soon after thirty five years at a library. What are your plans after such a long career here? Actually, I started as a student worker, so it's been even longer than thirty five years. I'm really looking forward to finally diving into all those books we've collected over the decades. That sounds wonderful. Looking back, what would you say is the biggest change you've witnessed? It's digitization. We've digitized most books for online access, preserving them for the future. We use advanced scanners to protect precious old books . and documents that truly ground breaking. Thank you so much for your insights. 听下面的录音,回答第十四至第十七小题。现在你有20秒钟的时间阅读这四个小题。Catherine, what is the goal of the u teach program? We hire college students majoring in science and math to tackle the shortage of stem teachers. They teach science, technology, engineering and mathematics. How does the program work? Efficiency is crucial. Students earn a teaching certificate during their studies with no extra time or cost. They also get real classroom experience early . on is the effective long term? Yes, eighty percent of graduates still teach after five years, and their students often achieve higher scores. John, you are a chemistry major. Why did you choose who's teaching? They offered a free introductory class that got me into a real classroom. I loved IT IT felt so social and meaningful, different from working alone in a lab. Then what makes you . stay the connection with students? The pay might not be as high as other science jobs, but the reward comes from helping them learn and grow. Catherine, what is the goal of the u. Teach program? We hire college students majoring in science and math to tackle the shortage of stem teachers. They teach science, technology, engineering and mathematics. How does the program work? Efficiency is crucial. Students earn a teaching certificate during their studies with no extra time or cost. They also get real classroom experience. Early on is the effective long term? Yes, eighty percent of graduates still teach after five years, and their students often achieve . higher scores. John, you are a chemistry major. Why did you choose teaching? They offered a free introductory class that got me into a real classroom. I loved IT IT felt so social and meaningful, different from working alone in a lab. Then what makes you stay . the connection with students? The pay might not be as high as other science jobs, but the reward comes from helping them learn and grow. 听下面的录音,回答第十八至第二十小题。现在你有15秒钟的时间阅读这三个小题。There are about one hundred million middle aged women dancing in parks and squares in china. Debra roundy is one of them as a foreigner teaching english in shanghai. SHE came across a dozen or so middle aged women dancing to the tunes of chinese songs in twenty twelve. At first, mrs. Rd communicated with her teammates by exchanging notes or by asking her chinese students to translate for her. Now SHE uses a translation APP on her smart phone. Language is not the most difficult thing for her, but mastering china, his dance is SHE used to do ballet, SHE said. Dancers in the U. S. Always dance facing the audience, but in china, they change directions all the time. And I was very confusing for her at first. After lots of practice, mrs. Round is now confident enough to dance in the middle of the team, and SHE sometimes shows them american dance steps. Square dancing opens a window for her to understand china, the science dancing SHE and her husband have been active in community life, teaching english and helping elderly neighbor's. There are about one hundred million middle aged women dancing in parks and squares in china. Debra roundy is one of them. As a foreigner teaching english in shanghai, he came across a dozen or so middle aged women dancing to the tunes of chinese songs in twenty twelve. At first, mrs. Randy communicated with her teammates by exchanging notes or by asking her chinese students to translate for her. Now he uses a translation APP on her smart phone. Language is not the most difficult thing for her, but mastering chinese dance is SHE used to do that. He said. Dancers in the U. S. Always dance facing the audience, but in china, they changed directions all the time, and I was very confusing for her at first. After lots of practice, mrs. Round is now confident enough to dance in the middle of the team, and SHE sometimes shows them american dance steps. Square dancing opens a window for her to understand china. Besides dancing, SHE and her husband have been active in community life, teaching english and helping elderly neighbors. 第二节到此结束,现在你有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。听力部分到此结束。
“少年何妨梦摘星,敢挽桑弓射玉衡”
2025—2026学年下学期高三年级
期中考试英语学科
时间:120分钟 满分:150分
本试卷分第Ⅰ卷(选择题)和第Ⅱ卷(非选择题)两部分,考试结束后,将答题卡交回。
注意事项:
1.答题前,考生先将自己的姓名、准考证号码填写清楚,将条形码准确粘贴在考生信息条形码粘贴区。
2.选择题必须使用铅笔填涂;非选择题必须使用毫米黑色字迹的签字笔书写,字体工整、笔迹清楚。
3.请按照题号顺序在各题目的答题区域作答,超出答题区域书写的答案无效;在草稿纸、试题卷上答题无效。
4.作图可先使用铅笔画出,确定后必须用黑色字迹的签字笔描黑。
5.保持卡面清洁,不得折叠,不要弄破、弄皱,不准使用涂改液、修正带、刮纸刀。
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. What kind of book does the man want to borrow?
A. Economics. B. Literature. C. Computer.
2. What are the speakers going to do?
A. Attend a painting class. B. Visit an art exhibition. C. Buy a notebook.
3. What does the man think of the cafe?
A. It is lively and fun. B. It helps concentration. C. It offers spacious desks.
4. What are the speakers mainly discussing?
A. A contest preparation. B. A science project. C. A weekend trip.
5. When will the man return the dictionary?
A. On Tuesday. B. On Wednesday. C. On Friday.
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。
听下面的录音, 回答第6和第7题。
6. Where does the conversation probably take place?
A. At a lecture. B. At a store. C. In a workshop.
7. Why does the man have interest in the tablet?
A. He believes it benefits his work.
B. He needs one to learn digital art.
C. He thinks it suitable for his niece.
听下面的录音, 回答第8至第10题。
8. How does Steven feel now?
A. Surprised. B. Disappointed. C. Conflicted.
9. What is the woman’s suggestion for Steven?
A. Consulting his family. B. Having a try. C. Writing full-time.
10. What is the main topic of the conversation?
A. Risks of quitting a job. B. Ways to improve writing. C. Career change consideration.
听下面的录音, 回答第11至13题。
11. Why is the woman talking to Mr. Janson?
A. To finish a class assignment. B. To seek advice on interviews. C. To write a newspaper feature.
12. What does Mr. Janson do?
A. A network engineer. B. A career planner. C. A school librarian.
13. What is considered the biggest change?
A. The digitisation of books. B. The collection of documents. C. The invention of scanners.
听下面的录音, 回答第14至17题。
14. What is the main goal of the UTeach programme?
A. To enhance learning efficiency.
B. To attract students to major in STEM.
C. To involve students in STEM teaching.
15. What is one proven outcome of the programme?
A. Most graduates stay to teach. B. The training is very enjoyable. C. It guarantees jobs for graduates.
16. What first made John consider teaching?
A. He had a free trial class. B. He was poor at lab work. C. A professor recommended it.
17. Why does John want to continue teaching?
A. He likes flexible hours.
B. He expects higher pay later.
C. He values connection with students.
听下面的录音, 回答第18至20题。
18. What does Debrah Roundy regularly do in China?
A. She volunteers to translate.
B. She learns about Chinese music.
C. She dances in parks and squares.
19. How does Debrah Roundy communicate with her teammates now?
A. By using an app. B. By exchanging notes. C. By turning to others.
20. What does square dancing mean to Debrah Roundy?
A. A daily form of exercise. B. A bridge to learn China. C. A chance to help neighbours.
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和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
A
Apart from providing a place to rest, a chair can demonstrate the very best in innovative design, indicate the most individual tastes, and can be the measure of wider artistic and cultural movements. Here are some famous chairs of all time.
Panton Chair Designer: Verner Panton
The Panton Chair is a classic in the furniture market. Designed in 1960, the chair was developed for serial production in 1967. It was the first chair to be made entirely out of plastic in one single piece. The Panton Chair has received several international design awards.
Wegner Wishbone Chair Designer: Hans Wegner
The Wishbone Chair first appeared in 1949. This chair remains a classic to this day. While designing this chair, Wegner chose to combine the wooden back and armrest into a single piece. To give stability to the top and ensure comfortable support, Wegner developed the characteristic Y-shaped back that the Wishbone chair is named after.
Adirondack Chair Designer: Thomas Lee
The first Adirondack chair was created by Thomas Lee around 1903. The Adirondack chair is an outdoor chair with wide armrests, a tall back, and a seat that is higher in the front than the back. The original design featured a small number of flat wooden boards, with the seat support combined with the back legs.
Director’s Chair Designer: Gold Medal Camp Furniture Company
With design roots dating back to a X-shaped Roman seat, the Director’s Chair in the 1920s is widely used on film sets. It is a lightweight chair that folds side-to-side with a scissors action. The seat and back are made of strong fabric that bears the full weight of the user and can be folded. The frame is made of wood, sometimes metal or plastic.
21. Which of the following is an Adirondack Chair?
A. B. C. D.
22. What do the four chairs have in common?
A. They are in one single piece. B. They received design awards.
C. They appeared in the 20th century. D. They are named after the designers.
23. Where is the text probably taken from?
A. A design magazine. B. A chair DIY guide.
C. A decoration brochure. D. A furniture advertisement.
B
It’s 4:30 am on a Friday in August and beneath a sky touched by dawn, the only ones awake seem to be me, riding my bike sleepily through the empty streets, and the foxes who own them at this time of day. Just two things can force me out of bed this early: travel and food, and this morning’s motivation is croissant (牛角面包). In June my friend invited me in a plan to visit the people who get up at silly o’clock to bake our daily bread. And so here we are, avoiding the delivery riders already waiting outside McDonald’s, heading down a path towards the sweet, and warm bakery with butter smell.
When she arrives, our guide, Daisy Terry, Dusty Knuckle’s owner, explains that the bakery now shuts down from 1-5 a.m.. Their process is structured around the need to save energy and get more sleep. It’s a two-way street: Daisy believes the quality of the bread is totally dependent on the mood in the bakery. They all laugh at me, she says, but it’s why we have music on in here, and do good staff meals. Regular massages and yoga are also mentioned.
Yet, even in this toasty-smelling bubble, the future is uncertain. The price of both butter and flour have gone up substantially, and — as with energy — will rise again before the year is out. Wages will have to increase sharply too. Small business as it is, it attracts famous customers when many people are struggling to afford white bread. It was set up in 2014 in part to offer training and jobs to young people at risk of a prison sentence. Daisy says that she spends half her time on the phone to oven engineers and the other half talking to probation officers (假释官).
Oh, and I get my croissant, still warm from the oven. As I started eating eagerly, I saw a fox watching me narrowly through the glass. It seems not all early birds catch the worm.
24. What drives the writer to get up early?
A. A travel plan with friends. B. The curiosity about wild life.
C. An invitation to go cycling. D. The desire for freshly-baked bread.
25. What is paragraph 2 mainly about?
A. Strict working rules in the bakery. B. Ways to improve the taste of bread.
C. The history and development of the bakery. D. The people-oriented management style of the owner.
26. Which of the following best describes Daisy?
A. Creative but impatient. B. Ambitious but rude.
C. Caring and responsible. D. Easy‑going and humorous.
27. What do we know about Dusty Knuckle?
A. It only serves famous rich customers. B. It tries to help young people in trouble.
C. It opens all night long to meet demands. D. It is a large modern bakery with high profits.
C
In a groundbreaking development for ophthalmology (眼科学), an electronic eye implant called the Prima device has helped people with incurable sight loss to see again, opening up a potential “new era” in tackling blindness. The device specifically targets patients suffering from age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the leading cause of sight loss in people over 50.
The Prima device is a super-thin microchip, just 2mm by 2mm in size — roughly the size of a SIM card. It is surgically inserted under the centre of the eye’s retina (视网膜), a delicate procedure performed by specialized eye surgeons. Once in place, the chip works in harmony with a wearable external system to restore limited but life-changing vision.
To help patients see and write, they are given a pair of augmented reality glasses. These glasses contain a miniature video camera that is connected wirelessly to a small computer worn on the waistband. The glasses project the scenes in front of the user as an infrared beam (红外线) directly onto the retinal chip, which activates the device. Artificial intelligence in the waistband computer then processes the visual information and converts it into an electrical signal. This signal passes through the cells in the retina and along the optic nerve into the brain, where it is interpreted as an image.
However, the technology is not an instant cure. Mahi Muqit, a senior consultant at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London — one of 17 trial sites involved — stressed that patients must undergo extensive training and intensive visual rehabilitation to realize the benefits. “It’s not like you’re popping a chip in the eye and then you can see again. You need to learn to use this type of vision,” he explained.
Despite these challenges, Muqit hailed the breakthrough, stating: “In the history of artificial vision, this represents a new era.” Eye specialists have described the trial results as “remarkable” and believe the Prima device could transform the lives of millions affected by incurable blindness worldwide.
28. Which group of patients is the Prima device intended for?
A. Sufferers of visual accidental injuries. B. Individuals completely blind from birth.
C. All people over 50 with vision problems. D. Those with macular degeneration linked to age.
29. What is the primary function of the artificial intelligence in the system?
A. To project infrared beams onto the retina. B. To translate visual signals into electrical ones.
C. To replace the function of the visual nerve. D. To wirelessly charge the implanted microchip.
30. Why are Mahi Muqit’s words mentioned in paragraph 4?
A. To explain the complexity to use the device. B. To emphasize the need of the surgery.
C. To indicate the efficiency of the experiment. D. To suggest the experimental nature of the chip.
31. What is the main purpose of the passage?
A. To argue for proper use of eyes. B. To compare different eye treatments.
C. To introduce a new eye implant. D. To advertise a sight-restoring device.
D
When people find themselves stuck in their careers, they tend to attribute the problem to a lack of skills — more experience, better training, or yet another qualification. Yet in many cases, missed opportunities stem less from a deficit (缺乏) of competence than from the way one’s personality patterns show on the job. You can be highly capable at what you do and still be passed over for what comes next.
Kelly is acknowledged as a dependable, organized, and helpful employee. When a task needs to get done, people trust her to handle it. But when leadership opportunities opened up, Kelly was never selected. When she asked for feedback, she was told that no one questioned her competence, but she wasn’t seen as someone who would lead change or set innovative new directions. Kelly’s personality hadn’t suddenly become an obstacle. It just mismatched what her desired role required.
Leadership in her organization demanded visibility, confidence, and innovation. Kelly’s quest for inbox zero (收件箱清零) took time away from big-picture thinking, and her tendency to wait until she was absolutely sure before speaking — once an asset — now worked against her. Advancement tends to require a different set of traits: comfort with uncertainty, influence, visibility, and strategic risk-taking.
It is possible to shift your traits so they fit your next step. Most people view personality as their underlying essence that explains how they think, feel, and behave. Yet this understanding of personality doesn’t line up with personality science. Instead, personality traits are a description of your patterns, not the cause of them. And people adjust how they think and behave all the time. This can happen when you’re thrown into a new role or environment that pulls for you to show up differently. In other words, personality is not set in stone. And you don’t have to wait for changes in your environment to draw new habits and thinking patterns out of you. You can intentionally try on new behaviors that better align with the roles you desire.
32. What can we learn from Kelly’s previous work strengths?
A. They brought no benefit to her daily work. B. They held back her strategic thinking.
C. They were ignored by her company leaders. D. They were seen as innovative by leaders.
33. What does the underlined word “asset” in paragraph 3 probably mean?
A. A financial property. B. A leadership skill.
C. A work responsibility. D. A valuable characteristic.
34. Which statement would the author probably agree with?
A. Behavioral adaptation is achievable. B. Ability guarantees career promotion.
C. Environments determine personality. D. Personality is the driver of behavior.
35. What can be a suitable title for the text?
A. Competence in Career Development B. The Role of Personality in Job Promotion
C. Leadership Risks in Change Management D. The Growth of Skills in Corporate Decisions
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能填入空白处的最佳选项,选项中有两项为多余选项。
When we turn 40, we often worry about how to keep our minds sharp — due to aging, heavy workloads, or the challenge of adapting to new technology, such as not learning as fast as before or trying new ways of doing things. This gap between past and present can be upsetting. 36
Recovery becomes a key limiting factor on mental performance as we age. Unlike younger people, older adults frequently face recovery bottlenecks. Many ways to stay sharp focus on improving recovery. In sports, people say, “You can only train as hard as you can recover.” 37 Young people are limited by motivation or energy, but for older adults, recovery is the issue, like lacking focus when working longer. Prioritize basic recovery methods: quality sleep, balanced nutrition and regular low-intensity exercise to boost energy and ease mental tiredness.
38 After leaving school, most of us no longer take formal exams, but setting learning objectives that require evaluation can keep our learning ability sharp. This not only boosts confidence but also pushes us to use new learning tools. It also helps us address issues like discomfort with challenging tasks or difficulty processing large amounts of information at once. A good benchmark is to stay capable of learning undergraduate-level courses on any subject.
Maintaining a willingness to try new things promotes mental growth. Research shows that balancing familiar routines with new experiences yields the best results. 39 Balance new attempts with familiar things — like visiting your go-to restaurant three Fridays a month and a new one once.
These strategies are effective for maintaining mental sharpness. 40 Moreover, they share a common essential: self-knowledge gained through observation and reflection. By understanding such aspects, such as nutritional gaps or exercise limits, you can thrive mentally regardless of age or life stage.
A. This equally applies to mental performance.
B. This balance helps us grow with a sense of duty.
C. But we can get that sharpness back with three strategies.
D. Pursuing learning goals with proper assessment is also necessary.
E. They all basically require an understanding of your personal needs.
F. Formal exams after school are key to maintaining our learning ability.
G. Engaging in new things does not mean abandoning proven effective methods.
第三部分 语言知识运用 (共两节,满分30分)
第一节 完形填空 (共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I sat at my laptop intending to work, but I couldn’t. Three days earlier, one student had asked to
41 research groups. The student was making steady progress, so I was 42 . What did I do wrong? After reflecting, I realized I was 43 my stress to my students — and that wasn’t fair.
When I returned to my home country, I was overwhelmed by pressure to 44 funds, publish in journals, and tutor students. Constant reforms in the funding system created 45 , leaving me in a cycle of writing proposals and being 46 on time and patience. Tenure (终身职位) expectations added to the stress. I scheduled 47 meetings, left little time for them to think, and often responded sharply when progress was slow, showing no 48 .
The student’s request was a wake-up call. Then I read a book on leadership, which advises leaders to
49 opportunities rather than problems. I had been doing the opposite. My student’s feedback also
50 me to think back to why I decided to pursue my career in academia. I recalled the excitement I had felt as a postdoc, when 51 was king for me. I had thrived in a lab where people freely discussed ideas, driven by a genuine desire to uncover new truths. I wanted that 52 in my own lab.
Then I changed how I 53 . I reduced meetings, provided training sessions, and granted more freedom. I am still busy, but happier and more creatively engaged. Funds remain a concern and tenure is still in the air, 54 I leave space for my lab members to pursue interesting ideas, no longer trying to rush to the finish line. I’ve learned that research is a 55 and I must manage it wisely.
41. A. switch B. join C. form D. lead
42. A. worried B. relieved C. fulfilled D. confused
43. A. showing B. passing C. emphasizing D. owing
44. A. secure B. provide C. use D. donate
45. A. uncertainty B. opportunities C. stability D. unfairness
46. A. keen B. short C. dependent D. tough
47. A. frequent B. emergency C. private D. chance
48. A. humor B. enthusiasm C. regret D. empathy
49. A. miss out on B. watch out for C. focus on D. turn down
50. A. urged B. ordered C. forbade D. advised
51. A. curiosity B. leadership C. authority D. funding
52. A. competition B. environment C. reputation D. progress
53. A. lived B. researched C. managed D. criticized
54. A. or B. and C. so D. yet
55. A. flash B. priority C. battle D. marathon
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。
Chinese motorcycle 56 (produce) ZXMOTO experienced a surge in popularity after
57 (capture) a historic double victory in the World Supersport category at the recent Portuguese round of the FIM Superbike World Championship. Zhang Xue, the founder of the company,
58 (position) as a central figure in the ensuing media coverage and consumer discussions. The achievement was the 59 (one) time that a Chinese brand had reached the top of the podium (领奖台) in the series.
At the Autodromo Internacional do Algarve, French rider Valentin Debise, racing for ZXMOTO Factory Evan Bros Racing, 60 (power) his ZXMOTO 820RR-RS to kick off his race schedule. After his victory in Race 1, 61 he led from the front to finish nearly four seconds clear of the field, he returned 62 following day to claim Race 2. The rare weekend sweep he completed truly highlighted the machine’s 63 (exception) straight-line speed.
“When I saw the bike, I knew it was not what we were used 64 , but after trying it, I knew I was all in. It’s great for the team 65 (get) the win and I am very proud of my team and ZXMOTO’s work.” Debise said in the post-game interview.
Zhang Xue held the five-starred red flag aloft at the scene and shouted, “We won!” He added, “This is not just a victory for one motorcycle, but the result of 20 years of perseverance by Chinese manufacturing.”
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,近期你发现国内不少历史建筑都被改造成了咖啡馆,在社交媒体上成为热门打卡地 (Internet-famous spot)。请给你的英国笔友Chris写一封邮件讨论这一现象,内容包括:
1. 你的看法;
2. 你的理由。
注意:1. 写作词数应为 80 左右;
2. 可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
Dear Chris,
How are things going? ______________________________________________________________
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Yours sincerely,
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。
It was one of those Saturday mornings when the to-do list stretched longer than the daylight hours. Our backyard, once my pride and joy, had become a wild grassland where weeds staged a full-scale occupation over the flower beds. To make matters more challenging, my three children — Mike, Emma, and little Sam — had been bursting with restless energy all week, their stored excitement from school ready to burst forth before a long weekend.
“We’re having a backyard exploration today,” I announced at breakfast, already expecting complaints. The reaction was mixed. Ten-year-old Mike asked if this was one of those “fun chores,” while Emma simply sighed. But Sam’s eyes lit up. I handed out old hats and gloves — comically large on Sam — and explained our mission: reclaim the kingdom from the weeds.
We started pulling weeds. Sam proudly held up every weed as if it were a captured enemy flag, while Mike fell into a rhythm of quiet determination. “That’s how you know you’re really working,” he said wisely when Emma complained about her back. To keep their spirits up, I played upbeat music, and soon we were pulling and dancing down the flower bed — all except Emma, who still sat apart, arms crossed.
I walked over and knelt beside her. “Come to see something,” I said gently. She hesitated but followed me to a flower bed, where among the thick green leaves, something small and purple caught the morning light — a lavender (薰衣草) flower, half-hidden, still alive. Emma bent down for a closer look, her eyes widening.
注意:
1. 续写词数应为150左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
“Mike! Sam! Come and look!” Emma called out. _________________________________________
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That afternoon, my husband came home, his eyes widening at the garden. ______________________
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听力 1-20 ABBAA BCCBC CCACA ACCAB
阅读 21-23 ACA 24-27 DDCB 28-31 DBAC 32-35 BDAB
七选五 CADGE
完形填空 41~45 ADBAA 46~50 BADCA 51~55 ABCDD
语法填空
56.producer 57. capturing 58. was positioned 59. first 60. powered
61. where 62. the 63. exceptional 64. to 65. to get
写作
第一节
范文一
Dear Chris,
How are things going? I’m writing to share my positive view on the trend of turning historic buildings into cafes.
I believe this is a creative way to give old buildings a new lease of life. By attracting visitors as internet-famous spots, these spaces significantly raise public awareness about our cultural heritage. They transform once-forgotten sites into vibrant places for community interaction, allowing people to appreciate history in a relaxed setting. Moreover, the income generated can fund further maintenance, helping to preserve cultural heritage in a sustainable manner. This approach successfully blends the old with the new, making history relevant and accessible to the younger generation.
I wonder if you have seen similar things happen to old buildings in the Uk? What’s your opinion on this? I’d love to hear your thoughts.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
范文二
Dear Chris,
How are things going? I’m writing to share my concerned view on the trend of turning historic buildings into cafes.
I am worried that this trend prioritizes commercial appeal over cultural value. The primary risk is that over-commercialization may damage the historical authenticity of these precious sites. When they become mere internet-famous spots for quick photos, the deeper cultural heritage they represent is often overlooked. The core purpose should be to preserve cultural heritage and educate the public, not just to create trendy cafes. Therefore, I believe we must be very cautious to prevent the true spirit of these historical places from being lost.
I believe true preservation should maintain a building’s story and context, not just its exterior. Curious if your your country faces similar dilemmas.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
第二节
“Mike! Sam! Come and look!” Emma called out. She pointed at the lovely lavender flowers, her voice full of excitement. The three kids gathered closely, admiring the gentle purple blossoms hidden between the weeds. No one complained anymore. Instead, they worked carefully, clearing weeds around the flowers softly to protect the little plants. Sam even sang happily as he worked. United, we tidied the whole garden, and the yard soon looked neat and lively again. In that agreeable moment, the garden began to feel like ours again — not because the weeds were gone, but because we had discovered something worth protecting together.
That afternoon, my husband came home, his eyes widening at the garden. He couldn’t believe the changes — no wild weeds, but clean soil and blooming lavender. I told him how Emma found the lovely flower and changed the whole day. The kids proudly showed him their work, talking excitedly about their exploration. What was just a tiring chore turned into a warm family activity. We all learned that working together could create something beautiful and meaningful.
听力文本
Text 1
M: Excuse me, could you tell me where the Economics section is?
W: Sure. It’s over by the literature section. If you’re looking for a specific book, you can look it up on this computer.
Text 2
W: There will be a traditional Chinese painting exhibition on Saturday, free for students.
M: Really? I’ve always wanted to learn more about ink painting.
W: Let’s go together. I’ll bring my notebook.
Text 3
W: How do you like the new cafe on campus?
M: It’s quiet and the coffee there keeps me focused.
W: I agree. And the desks are spacious, though it gets busy during exams.
Text 4
M: Alice, we need to finalise our robot competition plan.
W: I've scheduled weekend sessions. Let's fix on programming.
M: Good. We can treat it like a science project — step by step.
W: Stick to the plan, and maybe we can take a trip after.
Text 5
M: Oh, I'm sorry. I forgot to bring the dictionary you lent me last Friday.
W: OK. I won't need it until Wednesday. As long as I get it by then.
M: Alright, I'll drop it off a day earlier.
Text 6
W: Have you found the laptop you want, sir?
M: Not yet. But I notice this tablet - the screen looks sharp.
W: Good eye. It's great for creative work, and the touch pen feels very natural. Right now, you can get a case at half price with it.
M: It's the pen that caught my eye. It reminds me of my niece, who's learning digital art.
W: Actually, we're holding a beginner-friendly digital art workshop next Saturday. It teaches how to use these tools. It could be perfect for her.
M: That sounds perfect.
Text 7
W: You're quiet, Steven. What's on your mind?
M: I'm thinking about quitting my job to write my novel. This job is just exhausting me, and the stories in my head won't leave me alone.
W: That's a big step. What are you most afraid of?
M: Failing completely — losing everything and disappointing my family.
W: And if you don't try?
M: I'll regret it forever.
W: Why not give it a trial run? Treat writing like a part-time job for six months — maybe wake up two hours early to write. See if you really enjoy the writing itself, not just the idea of it.
M: Like a test?
Text 8
W: Mr. Janson, Thanks for accepting the school newspaper's interview. I'm actually writing a feature, not a class assignment.
M: Happy to help. What can I tell you?
W: Well, I hear you're retiring soon after 35 years at the library. What are your plans after such a long career here?
M: Actually, I started as a student worker, so it's been even longer than 35 years! I'm really looking forward to finally diving into all those books we've collected over the decades.
W: That sounds wonderful. Looking back, what would you say is the biggest change you've witnessed?
M: It's digitisation. We've digitised most books for online access, preserving them for the future. We use advanced scanners to protect precious old books and documents.
W: That's truly groundbreaking. Thank you so much for your insights.
Text 9
M1: Catherine, what is the goal of the UTeach program?
W: We hire college students majoring in science and math to tackle the shortage of STEM teachers. They teach science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
M1: How does the program work?
W: Efficiency is crucial. Students earn a teaching certificate during their studies, with no extra time or cost. They also get real classroom experience early on.
M1: Is it effective long-term?
W: Yes. 80% of graduates still teach after five years, and their students often achieve higher scores.
M1: John, you are a chemistry major. Why did you choose teaching?
M2: They offered a free introductory class that got me into a real classroom. I loved it — it felt so social and meaningful, different from working alone in a lab.
M1: Then what makes you stay?
M2: The connection with students. The pay might not be as high as other science jobs, but the reward comes from helping them learn and grow.
Text 10
M: There are about 100 million middle-aged women dancing in parks and squares in China. Debrah Roundy is one of them. As a foreigner teaching English in Shanghai, she came across a dozen or so middle-aged women dancing to the tunes of Chinese songs in 2012.
At first, Mrs. Roundy communicated with her teammates by exchanging notes or by asking her Chinese students to translate for her. Now she uses a translation app on her smartphone. Language is not the most difficult thing for her, but mastering Chinese dance is. She used to do ballet. She said dancers in the US always dance facing the audience. But in China, they change directions all the time, and it was very confusing for her at first.
After lots of practice, Mrs. Roundy is now confident enough to dance in the middle of the team, and she sometimes shows them American dance steps. Square dancing opens a window for her to understand China. Besides dancing, she and her husband have been active in community life, teaching English and helping elderly neighbours.
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