上海市宜川中学2025-2026学年第二学期阶段练高三英语

宜川中学2025学年第二学期阶段练 高三英语 考生注意： 1.本练习设试卷和答题纸，答案写在答题纸上，写在试卷上无效。 2.答题前，考生务必在答题纸上清楚填涂班级、姓名和准考证号。 3.本试卷共9页，答题时间120分钟，试卷满分150分。 I.Listening Comprehension Section A Directions:In Section A,you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers.At the end of each conversation,a question will be asked about what was said.The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once.After you hear a conversation and the question about it,readthe four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard. 1.A.Buy a new car for herself. B.Take her car in for repair. C.Have the brakes checked. D.Continue driving as usual. 2.A.Amazed by the ending. B.Bored most of the time. C.Angry about the players. D.Disappointed by the result. 3.A.She prefers rural life. B.She lives in a big city. C.She enjoys loud music. D.She often travels abroad. 4.A.Begin to write now. B.Wait for a better idea. C.Read more novels first. D.Ask others for new ideas. 5.A.She made Anna angry. B.She didn't attend the meeting. C.She ignored Anna on purpose. D.She didn't want to worry Anna further. 6.A.He forgot his materials. B.He arrived late at class. C.He canceled his lecture. D.He changed his teaching style. 7.A.Choosing presentation topics. B.Discussing a group assignment. C.Practicing for an upcoming test. D.Working on a science experiment. 8.A.She had a good sleep last night. B.She's too tired to go to the gym. C.She already went to the gym earlier. D.She wants to finish her science project first 9.A.She doesn't often see people from her past. B.She saw Kevin at the bookstore recently,too. C.She still keeps in touch with many old friends. D.She plans to meet up with her classmates soon. 10.A.They canceled a camping trip due to rain. B.They are worried their flight may be canceled. C.They still plan to go camping despite the weather. D.They avoided bad weather by traveling elsewhere Section B Directions:In Section B,you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation,and you will be asked several questions on each of the passages and the conversation.The passages and the conversation will be read twice,but the questions will be spoken only once.When you hear a question,read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard. Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage. 11.A.The horse's habit of playing with daily objects.B.The public interest in teaching animals to paint. C.The need to find an outlet for the horse's energy.D.The success of similar training methods used before 12.A.He becomes calm when he is painting. B.He is no longer interested in food rewards. C.He still behaves in the same way as before. D.He refuses to follow the speaker's instructions. 13.A.Why horses need more exercise and care. B.How rescue horses are trained for farm work. C.How a horse changed through learning to paint.D.How a horse's difficult past affected its behaviour. Qucstions 14 through 16 are based on the following speech. 14.A.Less screen use lowered stress levels. B.Natural light was preferred by workers. C.Sunlight improved workers'eyesight levels. D.More sunlight improved sleep and reduced stress. 15.A.It may delay the body's sleep process. B.It helps the body feel relaxed at night. C.It has little influence on sleep quality. D.It improves how eye cells respond to light. 16.A.Eye cells help control sleep patterns. B.Morning light improves health and mood. C.Blue light affects sleep depending on timing. D.Electronic devices often lead to sleep problems. Questions 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation. 17.A.The health benefits of laughter. B.The different views on laughter. C.The inventor of World Laughter Day. D.The origin and meaning of World Laughter Day.. 18.A.He tried to study laughter in a lab environment. B.He found that most laughter happens after jokes. C.He observed that people often laugh at casual remarks D.He suggested that laughter isn't linked to social behavior. 19.A.It is a natural response that's hard to fake. B.It happens most often when people are alone. C.It is easy to produce when someone asks you to. D.It has little to do with how people relate to each other. 20.A.He finds out that laughter is part of most traditional cultures. B.He realizes laughter can improve physical and mental health. C.He learns that laughter is more than just a response to humor. D.He remembers how often he laughs when watching comedies. IL Grammar and Vocabulary Section A Directions:After reading the passage below,fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct.For the blanks with a given word,fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word;for the other blanks,use one word that best fits each blank. Write It Out Writers often need a fresh idea before they can begin.That is why writing prompts (are useful.A prompt does not tell the whole story.Instead,it offers a starting point and allows the writer to decide what (21)(happen)next.There are no fixed rules,so each person can take the same idea in a different direction. One prompt can come from(22)as ordinary as the weather.Open a weather app,choose a random city, and check the forecast for the week.Then imagine that the exact opposite weather arrives.A town(23) (expect)sunshine may suddenly face snow,while one preparing for rain might wake to clear skies.How would people react? Another common prompt focuses on people under pressure.Imagine that a character (24)(ask) without warning to give a public speech.They may welcome the chance to speak,or they may feel deeply nervous.The writer can explore both the speech itself and the emotions(25)it. 2 Some prompts introduce an element of fantasy.Picture a gardening hut(26)gives certain visitors special powers.Perhaps it only responds to kind people,or perhaps it rewards those with courage.The question is not only(27)powers will be granted,but how those powers change people. Other prompis encourage careful description.(28)(surround)by the smells,tastes,and sounds of a favorite meal,a character preparing and eating it can be brought vividly to life.The meal may matter(29)it reminds the character of home or of someone they love. Prompts can also create conflict or mystery.Two people return home together but refuse to speak to each other.Someone walks past an old school and suddenly faints.A roommate arrives with a completely unexpected pet Each situation immediately raises questions that need(30)(answer). Good prompts do not limit imagination.They simply open a door.Once the first sentence is written,the story can grow in surprising ways. Section B Directions:Complete the following passage by using the words in the box.Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need. A.bond B boundaries C.channel D.constructed E existed F.gradually G.relatable H.reserved I.personally J.stood K.visibility A Dangerous Relationship At nine,I formed an intense,entirely imaginary attachment to Mickey Dolenz of The Monkees,a 1960s TV-created pop band.He had long left the spotlight and,of course,didn't know I 1.(till,I drifted into a dream whenever Pleasant Valley Sunday played. Looking back,I now understand that The Monkees were a carefully 32 media product.Yet their success lay in how convincingly they created a sense of personal connection.On television,they broke the usual 33,addressing viewers directly with playful glances.In interviews,they shared stories that felt personal and natural.By appearing open and slightly weak.they encouraged audiences to feel they truly knew them. This kind of one-sided emotional,described as a"parasocial relationship,"is far from new.While working on an episode of Digital Human for BBC Radio 4,I came across earlier examples.One was Lonesome Gal,a radio voice from the mid-20th century who spoke gently to listeners.Her opening lines suggested exclusive devotion,creating the impression that each listener was 35 addressed.For many,she became a kind of imagined companion.Inevitably,such emotional closeness also provided a(n)36for persuasion-and for selling products. In today's digital world,these relationships are everywhere-and often built on purpose.To attract attention, creators present themselves as open and3,encouraging followers to feel a personal connection.This works at first,especially when interaction still feels direct.However,as audiences grow,this model begins to fail. It is possible to reply to a few individuals,but not to thousands.As a result,what once felt like a genuine exchange 38 shifts into something less personal. Even so,the audience's sense of connection remains.People continue to believe they know the person behind the screen,even when the interaction is limited.For creators,this creates a tension between39 and privacy:they must stay engaging while protecting their own space.Unlike earlier forms of media,where agents or producers 40 in between,today's online figures often face their audiences directly.And when relationships break down,there is rarely anyone to step in and manage the consequences. III.Reading Comprehension Section A Directions:For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A,B,C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context. At a recent gardening conference,a speaker gestured toward a slide of a rather worn-looking station wagon (and asked how many plants it might contain.The answer,41,was thousands.Inside were young. leafless trees and plant roots,all carefully packed in boxes and ready for replanting.This quiet scene points to a 42 that is steadily gaining attention:the use of "bare root"plants. Bare-root plants are lifted from the ground during their resting season,with their top growth cut back and their roots washed clean.Stored in cool conditions,with roots kept damp and protected,they can later be 43 and planted with relative ease.What makes this mcthod increasingly appealing is not only its practicality but also how well it 44 a more thoughtful,low-waste approach to gardening. The 45 begins with cost.Gardening is widely perceived as a(n)46 hobby,and the significantly lower price of bare-root plants offers an immediate advantage.Yet the benefits extend far beyond47.These plants often establish more quickly once planted,adapting well to their new environment.At the same time,their environmental footprint is notably lighter.Without the need for large pots or compost ()transport becomes more eficient,and the energy required for heating and watering during growth is 48. Designers working on large projects have begun to explore this method,though not without 49.While bare-root planting can be highly efficient,it may introduce uncertainty in complex layouts where precise positioning is essential.50,successful examples demonstrate its potential.In one large-scale planting, thousands of plants were introduced without plastic,resulting in a process that proved both quicker and more efficient,particularly for species with strong root systems. The growing interest in bare-root plants also reflects a broader shift in 51.For decades,many gardeners have relied on potted plants from garden centres,a system that often carries hidden 52 costs.In contrast,bare-root planting encourages closer attention to natural cycles.Because these plants must be handled and planted within specific seasonal windows,gardeners are encouraged to plan more carefully and work in harmony with the rhythms of 53. Rather than being simply an alternative technique,bare-root planting suggests a different way of 54 gardening.With its combination of economy,55,and environmental awareness,it offers a quieter,less wasteful approach-one that may gradually reshape everyday gardening practices. 41.A.seriously B.personally C.gradually D.surprisingly 42 A.variation B.practice C.concept D.development 43.A.detected B.generated C.transported D.measured 44 A.limits B.replaces C.Iests D.fits 45.A.appeal B.challenge C.discussion D.focus 46 A rewarding B.memorable C.intense D.expensive 47 A.appearance B.flexibility C.affordability D.usefulness 48.A.reduced B.directed C.boosted D.maintained 49 A.preparation B.delay C.hesitation D.assistance 50.A.By contrast B.Even so C.In addition D.Till now 51.A.framework B.criteria C.perspective D.quantity 52.A.unnecessary B.environmental C.short-term D.economic 53.A.naturc B.gardening C.change D.soil 54 A.making up B.depending on C.taking over D.thinking about 55.A.efficiency B.encouragement C.innovation D.transplant Section B Directions:Read the following three passages.Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements.For each of them there are four choices marked A,B,C and D.Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read. (A) For the past four years,I have run Poem Store,a public project where I trade poems typed on a manual typewriter for donations.Most of my work has taken place in Arcata,a small Northern California town that welcomed me so warmly people called me its unofficial town poet. I loved that place.There I wandered through ancient forests,walked the edge of the continent,and knelt beside clear,cold rivers.Yet I also learned another language there-the language of land and ownership.Trees were managed as crops,while protesters sometimes lived high in the branches,trying to save them.I wanted to understand both sides. That wish led me to Neal Ewald of Green Diamond Resource Company,a company often criticized for its logging practices.One day at the market,Neal asked me to write a poem about being underwater.I wrote:"With the weight of water around us,we look up and know all the force of the world lies deep in such an unknown place.” The poem touched him.Soon after,he mailed me a book of letters written by his wife during the final months of her life.He asked me to write another poem,one that he and his children could read when they missed her.He wanted no borrowed song,no famous lines-only words shaped for her life and her memory. I read the letters carefully and wrote Wendy's poem.When I gave it to Neal,our connection deepened.Out of shared sorrow grew an unlikely friendship.We had dinners,started a book club,and walked together in the woods.We spoke of grief,love,protest,business,and the future of the forests.Neal often returned to one word: yes.He believed even opponents should search for the place where conversation could begin. Later,a young protester named Farmer,who had been living secretly in the trees,agreed to meet Neal.They disagreed on almost everything,yet they chose to listen.In time,the McKay Tract,home to old-growth redwoods, was spared,and much of it moved toward becoming a community forest. I still trace that change back to a pair of poems-one about deep water,one about love that outlived loss. Together,they became a small spark that proved how quietly one human connection can light the dark. 56.Why did the author want to connect with Neal at first? A.To ask Neal to support the Poem Store project.B.To invite Neal to join local environmental protests. C.To better understand opposing views on the forests.D.To learn how to manage a successful wood company. 57.What was Neal's requirement for the second poem? A.It had to teach the public about forests. B.It had to be written especially for his wife C.11 had to be related to underwater experience. D.It had to be chosen first by his children together. 58.What happened to the McKay Tract after Neal and Farmer began to listen to each other? A.It was protected for local public use. B.It was sold to Farmer and his supporters. C.It was closed to become a redwood reserve. D.It was cut down under a new community plan. 59.What is the passage mainly about? A.How poetry helped bring people together. B.Why poetry could not ease personal grief. C.How poetry made a town famous for its forests. D.Why poetry could not improve a company's image. (B) Things David Sedaris must do before bed,if he wants a good night's sleep:pick up litter from the streets near his home in West Sussex,England (where the local government named a garbage truck after him in appreciation),clear the sink of dirty dishes and write in his diary.Since his first entry at age 20,in 1977,Sedaris has composed 165 volumes of private commentary,which he mined for his latest work,Thefi by Finding.Diories (1977-2002) Have you ever read a diary you werent supposed to? In Chicago I found this woman's diary in a trash can.She was one of those people searching for meaning in her life,going from one religion to another.It was one of the best books I ever read. Why are you such a diary devotee? If you told me I couldn't write in my diary anymore,my life would be torture and I'd have to get on some kind of medication.Stranded on a desert island,I'd just write my diary in the sand with a stick.The tide would wash it away,but I'd know that I'd written it down and that would at least be something. Re-reading your own writing,did you make any discoveries? I don't like,especially in the early years,how pretentious I was.That was hard to take.Then again,you're 20 years old,you're an art student,you're going to be disgusting.It comes with the territory. You once said you'd die if anyone got their hands on your diary? Well,I would-Thefi by Finding is my edit.But if you were to just go and take my diary off the shelf,I would have to kill you. And upon your death? If they said,"O.K.,look,you have lung cancer and you've got three weeks,"well,when I was reading through my diaries,I made a note on my computer of which ones I might burn. 60.Why was a truck named after David Sedaris? A.He invests in such a garbage truck. B.He seldom throws litter on the street. C.He appreciates the government's support. D.He clears some streets at night for a long time. 61.The word "torture"is closest in meaning to A.something that will serve as medication B.something that will cause great suffering C.something that will always haunt a person D.something that will be forgotten in a short time 62.Which of the following statements is true of David Sedaris? A.He will always keep his diaries to himself. B.He often gets inspired by others'diaries. C He loves writing diaries in the sand. D He is satisfied with all his diaries. (C) More organisations are planning missions to the Moon in the coming years.Scientists warn,however,that this renewed rush to explore could damage some of the Moon's most valuable scientific areas before they are properly studied.Rescarchers Dr Alanna Krolikowski and Martin Elvis argue that these "sites of extraordinary scientific importance"should be protected now,before irreversible harm occurs. A few areas in particular stand out.The first is the far side of the Moon,which always points away from Earth."It's probably the best place for radio astronomy in the Solar System because it's protected from Earth's artificial radio noise,"says Prof lan Crawford,from University of London,who has also argued for careful 6 management of our activities on the Moon.A radio telescope positioned on the far side of the Moon could help astronomers explore the dark ages-the first few hundred million years after the Big Bang,before the first stars and galaxies(星系)had fully formed. The telescope would be able to pick up those long radio waves that are reflected by Earth's atmosphere and therefore impossible to study from the ground."This means spacecraft operating on the far side will need to minimise radio transmissions and have their electronics well shielded,"says Crawford. The other areas of concern are the lunar poles.They are home to particularly cold and shadowy regions that sunlight never reaches.These regions trap chemicals(known as volatiles)that would normally break down and escape into space:chemicals that arrived by asteroid and comet impacts(小行星和彗星撞击)billions of years ago.As such,they provide us with an unparalleled snapshot into the history of the Solar System.The trouble is that one of those volatiles is water ice,a highly valuable resource for future human missions in space. The ice can be melted for water to drink and clean with,but also split into hydrogen for rocket fuel and oxygen for breathing.About half of all upcoming Moon missions are heading to the lunar poles for this reason. "The key priority is to prevent rocket gases and large amounts of dust from polluting the substances trapped in these permanently dark regions,"says Crawford."It's important that such pollution doesn't occur before we've had a chance to examine these regions in their original states." Further exploration of the Moon is inevitable,but we only have one chance to preserve its unique habitats and hidden secrets. 63.According to the passage,why is the far side of the Moon suitable for radio astronomy? A.It contains substances formed during the dark ages. B.It is largely free from radio signals produced on Earth C.Its atmosphere reflects long radio waves back into space. D.Its physical features allow big telescopes to be built there. 64.Why does the lunar poles present a challenge for future exploration? A.Spacecraft activity may impact radio research. B.Its water ice is difficult for humans to use safely. C.Exploration may damage areas scientists hope to study. D.Ancient chemicals in the region are disappearing quickly. 65.Which of the following would Crawford most likely agree with? A.Radio astronomy should take priority over water-ice research. B.Lunar resources should mainly support future human settlements. C.Lunar exploration should continue with careful scientific protection. D.Scientists should avoid exploring regions that haven't been polluted. 66.What is the passage mainly intended to do? A.To explain how future Moon missions will affect space travel. B.To describe the scientific value of the Moon's hidden regions. C.To suggest ways to reduce the potential harm done by lunar research. D.To warn that important lunar areas could be damaged by exploration. Section C Directions:Complete the following passage by using the sentences given below.Each sentence can be used only once.Note that there are two more sentences than you need. A.A newer idea,the skillcation,combines leisure with learning. B.Skillcation,as its name suggests,is a short holiday taken to disconnect from work, C.Instead of simply visiting landmarks,travelers join cooking,pottery,or dance classes,or learn local crafts. D.Some destinations are already promoting this trend. E.There are also ways to include elements of skill-building in your travels without taking a full-on skillcation. F.Those who prefer complete rest may find it tiring. Skillcation Travel today is no longer just about sightseeing or relaxing.Many people now choose trips with special purposes-“sleepcations”for rest,“sports tourism”for big events,.or“gig tripping'”to follow favorite singers. 67h gives travelers the chance to develop new skills while enjoying a change of scene. According to Ben Martin,an economics director at the architecture and hospitality firm HKS,skillcations reflect people's growing wish to learn through experience.68 Such activities not only make travel more meaningful but also bring a sense of growth and creativity that lasts long after the trip ends. 69 In India,the Kerala Tourism Development Corporation offers "skillcation packages"where visitors can take part in painting,swimming,acting,or cooking lessons.Similar programs appear in many countries:cheese-making in Switzerland,flamenco dancing in Spain,glacier research in Iceland,or ice sculpting in China.These experiences often lead to cultural connection,self-confidence,and new friendships as travelers share the joy of learning together. Still,a skillcation is not for everyone.It sometimes requires effort,patience,and the courage to step outside one's comfort zone.0Yet for curious minds,this kind of travel can be deeply rewarding.Returning home with a new ability or memory gives people a strong sense of achievement and may inspire them to explore further. Even a short trip can include elements of skill-building-a cooking class,a flower-arranging workshop,or an archery lesson.The key is to choose what truly interests you and fits your experience.With an open mind and a bit of adventure,a skillcation can turn ordinary travel into a journey of personal discovery. IV.Summary Writing Directions:Read the following passage.Summarize in no more than 60 words the main idea and the main point(s) of the passage.Use your own words as far as possible. 71 Why Do I Get Anxious Thoughts Late at Night? Sleep problems are surprisingly common,with many adults struggling to fall asleep because of anxious thoughts.Research from the University of Oxford shows that people with sleeplessness tend to focus more on worries at bedtime,while good sleepers think of little in particular. Many people have experienced falling asleep easily in front of the TV,only to lie awake once in bed.This highlights a key reason for nighttime anxiety:the sudden lack of distraction.During the day and evening,the brain is constantly engaged-working,socialising,or watching something.But once the lights are off,external stimulation disappears,leaving the mind free to turn inward.At this point,it often dwells on past events or future concerns,the two main sources of worry. Psychologists suggest that trying to push these thoughts away doesn't really work.Often,the more you resist them,the more they seem to stick around.A better approach is to notice them and simply let them pass. For worries about the past,one useful method is to write in a journal before bed.Studies have shown that people who record their thoughts and feelings fall asleep more quickly.Putting concerns onto paper seems to reduce their mental impact,making it easier to relax. For others,it is future tasks that cause anxiety,especially at the start of the week when responsibilities feel too much to handle.Research supports the idea that writing a to-do list before bedtime can help.In one study, participants who wrote down upcoming tasks fell asleep faster than those who simply reflected on what they had already done.Writing appears to organise thoughts and reduce mental overload. In general,worrying is normal.The key is to manage it,not remove it.If you deal with worries earlier in the day,you're less likely to feel stressed at night and can sleep more easily. V.Translation Directions:Translate the following sentences into English,using the words given in the brackets. 72.演唱会门票一开售，你就记得提醒我抢票。（as soon as) 73.许多游客在陌生城市旅行时依靠翻译软件与当地人交流。（rely on) 74.越来越多的年轻人开始意识到海洋污染问题，并主动减少塑料垃圾的使用。(aware) 75.老师在直播课堂上放慢语速并清楚地讲解重点，以便每位学生都能跟上进度，并在遇到困难时及时提 问。(so that) VI.Guided Writing Directions:Write an English composition in 120-150 words according to the instructions given below in Chinese. 76.假设你是明启中学高三学生李华。学校社团招新季即将到来，你想创办一个全新的社团，需要向学生 会提交一份申请说明，内容须包括： (1)简要介绍你想创办的社团： (2)你想创办该社团的理由。