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资阳中学高2023级第六学期
英语高考强化训练(二)
本试卷分为第Ⅰ卷(选择题)和第Ⅱ卷(非选择题)两部分,共150分,考试用时120分钟。
注意事项:
1.答卷前,考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2.回答选择题时,选出每小题答案后,用2B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。
第Ⅰ卷
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
做题时,先将答案标在试卷上,录音内容结束后,你有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
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 does the man suggest the woman do?
A. Have her jeans changed. B. Wear clothes that fit better. C. Lose some weight.
2. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A. Passenger and air hostess. B. Husband and wife. C. Customer and shop assistant.
3. What percentage of visitors to the exhibition come from China?
A. 85%. B. 64%. C. 36%.
4. Where does the conversation probably take place?
A. In a department store. B. At the lost and found. C. In a school library.
5. What is Mr. White probably?
A. A writer. B. A worker. C. A professor.
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、7题。
6. Why is the man calling?
A. To invite the woman to cycle.
B. To collect his brand-new bike.
C. To ask something about his motorbike.
7. What will the man do at the end of the week?
A. Pick up his motorbike. B. Pay for the repairs. C. Call Mary Wilson’s.
听下面的录音,回答第8至10题。
8. What will the speakers send out as invitations?
A. Cards. B. Flowers. C. Letters.
9. Who does well in designing?
A. Lily. B. Annie. C. Charlie.
10. Where may the birthday party be held?
A. In a park. B. At Lily’s house. C. In a flower shop.
听下面的录音,回答第11至13题。
11. When will the girl look after children?
A. On Friday. B. On Thursday. C. On Wednesday.
12. What should the girl do on Tuesday?
A. Visit her neighbours. B. Practice her piano. C. Study with Tom.
13. What does the girl think of her life?
A. Simple. B. Happy. C. Busy.
听下面的录音,回答第14至17题。
14. Why did Terry start the journey on a skateboard?
A. To support a non-profit organization.
B. To fulfil his dream of touring Europe.
C. To encourage teenagers in trouble.
15. What did Terry’s friends do along the journey?
A. They offered him skateboards.
B. They transported equipment for Terry.
C. They kept a record of Terry’s journey.
16. How did Terry ruin a new pair of trainers within a day?
A. He fell down and broke the trainers.
B. He tried to follow his friends’ van.
C. He climbed over the mountains.
17. How does Terry feel about the journey?
A. It’s fantastic. B. It’s depressing. C. It’s tiring
听下面的录音,回答第 18 至 20 题。
18. What does being a craftsman help do?
A. Improve factory-made products.
B. Guide people to appreciate the stories behind crafts.
C. Enhance the understanding of the process of creation.
19. How does the speaker benefit from learning new crafts?
A. Becoming a caring person. B. Becoming more patient. C. Becoming a quick-learner.
20. Which statement best describes the speaker’s opinion of learning new crafts?
A. The process matters more than the result.
B. Imagination plays a vital role in creation.
C. Failure can be avoided by careful planning.
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
The Great British Bucket List was founded by award-winning bloggers Macca Sherifi and Chloe Gunning. After 5 years running their successful travel blogs, An Adventurous World and Wanderlust Chloe, they launched this site in 2020, to shine a light on their home country of Great Britain.
England in autumn is full of amazing things to do. Let’s dive in and find out more.
Paddleboard on Lake Windermere
One of the best ways to enjoy Lake Windermere, the largest lake in the country, is by getting out on the water. Paddleboarding is popular and there are plenty of shops where you can rent crafts. It’s a super calm way to take in this amazing part of the Lake District National Park.
See the changing colours in the New Forest
If you want to go on gorgeous hikes and be surrounded by the changing colours that come with England in Autumn, you need to head to the New Forest National Park. It’s a great place to hike, wander, or cycle, with a ton of trails that range from beginner all the way to advance.
Explore Westonbirt Arboretum
One of the best places to see the autumn foliage (叶) change is the Westonbirt Arboretum in Gloucestershire. Full of over 2,500 different species of trees, there is so much to see and do, making it the perfect place for a family walk or a getaway in the countryside. If you’re looking for a great place to take photos of the autumn colors, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better place to visit!
Take in the fireworks displays on Bonfire Night
Held on the 5th November every single year in London, Bonfire Night celebrates the failed Gunpowder Plot. Huge bonfires are held all around and they’re capped off with vibrant firework displays. Some of the biggest are in the capital down by the River Thames, where you will be fascinated by the fall charm.
1. What can be learned about the site?
A. It has been run for a decade.
B. Its founders are accomplished.
C. It was set up earlier than the blog.
D. It was established to publicize hiking.
2. Where shall a fan of photography and nature go?
A. Lake Windermere.
B. The New Forest National Park.
C. Westonbirt Arboretum.
D. Bonfire Night in London.
3. What do the recommended activities have in common?
A. They are centered around water sports.
B. They are suitable for family participation.
C. They require a high level of physical fitness to participate.
D. They allow people to engage with the natural autumn scenery.
【答案】1. B 2. C 3. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了英国秋季值得体验的活动和景点。
【1题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段“The Great British Bucket List was founded by award-winning bloggers Macca Sherifi and Chloe Gunning. After 5 years running their successful travel blogs, An Adventurous World and Wanderlust Chloe, they launched this site in 2020, to shine a light on their home country of Great Britain.(The Great British Bucket List由屡获殊荣的博主Macca Sherifi和Chloe Gunning创立。在成功运营了他们的旅游博客An Adventurous World和Wanderlust Chloe五年后,他们于2020年推出了这个网站,以照亮他们的祖国英国。)”可知,这个网站的创建者是经验丰富且成就斐然的博主。故选B。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Explore Westonbirt Arboretum部分中“One of the best places to see the autumn foliage (叶) change is the Westonbirt Arboretum in Gloucestershire. Full of over 2,500 different species of trees, there is so much to see and do, making it the perfect place for a family walk or a getaway in the countryside. If you’re looking for a great place to take photos of the autumn colors, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better place to visit!(观赏秋叶变化的最佳地点之一是格洛斯特郡的韦斯顿伯特植物园。这里有超过2500种不同的树木,有很多可看可做的事情,是家庭散步或乡村度假的理想之地。如果你正在寻找一个拍摄秋色的好地方,你将很难找到一个更好的地方去参观!)”可知,喜欢摄影和自然的人应该去Westonbirt Arboretum。故选C。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“England in autumn is full of amazing things to do. Let’s dive in and find out more.(秋天的英格兰充满了令人惊叹的活动。让我们深入探索,了解更多详情。)”、Paddleboard on Lake Windermere部分中“Paddleboarding is popular and there are plenty of shops where you can rent crafts. It’s a super calm way to take in this amazing part of the Lake District National Park.(桨板运动很受欢迎,有很多商店可以租桨板。这是一种超级平静的方式来欣赏湖区国家公园这个令人惊叹的地方。)”、See the changing colours in the New Forest部分中“If you want to go on gorgeous hikes and be surrounded by the changing colours that come with England in Autumn, you need to head to the New Forest National Park.(如果你想进行华丽的徒步旅行,并被英国秋天带来的变化色彩所包围,你需要前往新森林国家公园。)”、Explore Westonbirt Arboretum部分中“One of the best places to see the autumn foliage (叶) change is the Westonbirt Arboretum in Gloucestershire.(观赏秋叶变化的最佳地点之一是格洛斯特郡的韦斯顿伯特植物园。)”以及最后一段中“Some of the biggest are in the capital down by the River Thames, where you will be fascinated by the fall charm.(其中一些最大的烟花表演在首都泰晤士河畔举行,在那里,你会被秋天的魅力深深吸引。)”可知,这些活动都让人们能够接触并欣赏到英国秋季的自然景色。故选D。
B
David Saroni, a name that is becoming increasingly synonymous with sustainable farming, is pioneering a movement towards environmentally friendly and sustainable agricultural practices. As a dedicated farmer, Saroni is not just tending to his crops and livestock but also to the future of our planet.
At the core of Saroni’s philosophy lies a deep understanding of the impact of farming on the environment. Recognizing that traditional farming methods often lead to soil degradation, water depletion, and biodiversity loss, Saroni has taken a different path. He integrates principles of ecology and conservation into his farming routine, promoting practices that maintain the health of the land while producing high-quality, nutritious produce.
One of the most significant steps Saroni has taken is the adoption of regenerative agricultural practices. This approach goes beyond sustainability; it actively improves the ecosystem. By practicing crop rotation, maintaining cover crops, and utilizing compost (堆肥) and natural fertilizers, Saroni’s farm works in harmony with nature, aiding in carbon sequestration (封存) and soil fertility enhancement.
In an era where water scarcity is a growing concern, Saroni has put a spotlight on water conservation. Employing drip irrigation and rainwater harvesting techniques, he has managed to reduce water usage dramatically on his farm. These methods ensure that crops receive the precise amount of water they need, minimizing waste and preserving this precious resource.
A question that often arises is whether sustainable farming can be as productive as conventional methods. Saroni’s farm serves as a testament to the fact that sustainable practices can lead to both high yield and superior quality. Through soil care and natural pest management, Saroni has shown that it is possible to produce abundant, healthy crops without relying on harmful chemicals.
David Saroni’s commitment to sustainable development does not end at his farm gates. He is actively involved in educating the community about the benefits of sustainable agriculture. By hosting workshops, farm tours, and speaking at events, Saroni is spreading the word and inspiring others to follow in his footsteps, paving the way for a greener, more sustainable future in farming.
4. What concerns David Saroni in terms of farming?
A. Crops and livestock. B. Methods and practices.
C. Quality of the produce. D. Sustainability of farming.
5. What is the advantage of Saroni’s measure?
A. Reducing chemical waste. B. Improving the ecosystem.
C. Maintaining certain crops. D. Enhancing carbon in soil.
6. What does the underlined word “yield” in paragraph 5 mean?
A. Production. B. Profit.
C. Conservation. D. Development.
7. Which of the following can best describe David Saroni?
A. Courageous and devoted.
B. Innovative and committed.
C. Educational and responsible.
D. Knowledgeable and inspiring.
【答案】4. D 5. B 6. A 7. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了致力于可持续农业发展的农民David Saroni,他通过采用再生农业实践和水资源保护等措施,在保持土地健康的同时生产出高质量、有营养的农产品,还积极教育社区推广可持续农业。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段“David Saroni, a name that is becoming increasingly synonymous with sustainable farming, is pioneering a movement towards environmentally friendly and sustainable agricultural practices. As a dedicated farmer, Saroni is not just tending to his crops and livestock but also to the future of our planet.(David Saroni这个名字越来越成为可持续农业的代名词,他正在开创一场走向环保和可持续农业实践的运动。作为一名敬业的农民,Saroni不仅照料着他的庄稼和牲畜,还照料着我们地球的未来)”可知,David Saroni关注的是农业的可持续性。故选D项。
【5题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段中“One of the most significant steps Saroni has taken is the adoption of regenerative agricultural practices. This approach goes beyond sustainability; it actively improves the ecosystem.(Saroni采取的最重要的措施之一是采用再生农业实践。这种方法超越了可持续性;它积极改善生态系统)”可知,Saroni的措施的优势是改善生态系统。故选B项。
【6题详解】
词句猜测题。根据第五段中“A question that often arises is whether sustainable farming can be as productive as conventional methods. Saroni’s farm serves as a testament to the fact that sustainable practices can lead to both high yield and superior quality.(人们经常提出的一个问题是,可持续农业是否能像传统方法那样富有成效。Saroni的农场证明了可持续实践既能带来高yield,又能保证高质量)”可知,本段讨论的是可持续农业的生产力,由此可推断出,划线词yield意为“产量”,与A项“Production”意思相近。故选A项。
【7题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段中“David Saroni, a name that is becoming increasingly synonymous with sustainable farming, is pioneering a movement towards environmentally friendly and sustainable agricultural practices.(David Saroni这个名字越来越成为可持续农业的代名词,他正在开创一场走向环保和可持续农业实践的运动)”和最后一段中“David Saroni’s commitment to sustainable development does not end at his farm gates. He is actively involved in educating the community about the benefits of sustainable agriculture.(David Saroni对可持续发展的奉献远不止于自家农场。他积极投身社区教育,向公众传播可持续农业的益处)”可知,David Saroni开创了可持续农业运动,并且投身社区教育,传播可持续农业的益处,由此可推断出,他具有创新精神和有奉献精神。故选B项。
C
Ever wondered how social media platforms decide how to fill our feeds? They use algorithms (算法), of course, but how do these algorithms work? In 2021, Frances Haugen, a Facebook product manager secretly took ten thousand pages of documents and internal messages out of Facebook headquarters. She leaked these to a handful of media outlets. A lot of stories soon ran, largely focusing on the most alarming, attention-grabbing secrets.
It turns out that Facebook engineers have assigned a point value to each type of engagement users can perform on a post (liking, commenting, resharing, etc.). Facebook’s algorithm calculates a personalized score for each post to determine its place in the feed. This score is got by multiplying the probability you’ll perform each engagement — likes, loves, etc. — by its pre-assigned point value, then summing these products. Posts are then ranked from highest to lowest score, creating your tailored feed. Then the magic formula is: Score=Vlike×Plike+Vlove×Plove+Vangry×Pangry+Vcomment×Pcomment+Vshare×Pshare.
The idea is that the algorithm wants to surface the posts you’re most likely to engage with. Have you ever seen a TikTok video with overlaid text saying something like “You won’t believe what happens,” or “You’ve gotta watch till the end?” Some people post videos where literally nothing happens, but they trick you into watching multiple times, thereby winning even more expected seconds. Comments and seconds watched, no matter what quality and kind, tell TikTok’s algorithm one thing: “Give me more videos like this.”
Social media algorithms bring the things we engage with closer and closer. Once we start clicking the social media, we’re going to be served up a lot more of it. It’s a cruel cycle that can quickly turn our feeds into endless streams of digital trash. Knowing how and why this cycle happens is the first step to stop it. Just remember: the tech companies choose the Vs in the social media formula, but the Ps are shaped by your actions online.
8. What does the underlined part in paragraph 1 indicate?
A. The social media were affected. B. The leak went viral immediately.
C. The manager hated Facebook a lot. D. The secret was an eye-catching event.
9. What is paragraph 2 mainly about?
A. Why Facebook designed a formula. B. How Facebook determines our feeds.
C. How the formula was created carefully. D. Why users have to be cautious about posts.
10. What does the author intend to tell us with the TikTok example?
A. Algorithms are smart to track everything.
B. Even unintentional watch can tell about our likes.
C. Some people will do everything to attract attention.
D. TikTok has more powerful algorithms than Facebook.
11. What does the author advise us to do?
A. Focus on the positive videos only. B. Engage less with the content we hate.
C. Comment more on what we appreciate. D. Mind our responses to what is fed to us.
【答案】8. D 9. B 10. B 11. D
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章解释社交媒体平台靠算法,依据用户互动行为打分排序生成个性化信息流,以TikTok为例说明部分人为吸睛迎合算法,指出这易致信息冗余,建议关注自身在线行为。
【8题详解】
词句猜测题。根据划线词上文“In 2021, Frances Haugen, a Facebook product manager secretly took ten thousand pages of documents and internal messages out of Facebook headquarters. She leaked these to a handful of media outlets.(2021年,Facebook的产品经理弗朗西斯·哈根秘密从公司总部获取了一万页的文件和内部消息。她将这些内容泄露给了几家媒体机构)”以及后文“largely focusing on the most alarming, attention-grabbing secrets.(主要聚焦于那些最令人震惊、最引人注目的秘密)”可知,秘密泄露,成为了一个引人注目的事件。第一段中划线部分所表达的意思是这个秘密是一个引人注目的事件。故选D。
【9题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第二段“It turns out that Facebook engineers have assigned a point value to each type of engagement users can perform on a post (liking, commenting, resharing, etc.). Facebook’s algorithm calculates a personalized score for each post to determine its place in the feed. This score is got by multiplying the probability you’ll perform each engagement — likes, loves, etc. — by its pre-assigned point value, then summing these products. Posts are then ranked from highest to lowest score, creating your tailored feed. Then the magic formula is: Score=Vlike×Plike+Vlove×Plove+Vangry×Pangry+Vcomment×Pcomment+Vshare×Pshare.(事实证明,Facebook的工程师已经为用户在帖子上可以进行的每种互动行为(点赞、评论、转发等)赋予了相应的分值。Facebook的算法会为每条帖子计算出一个个性化的得分,以确定其在信息流中的位置。这个得分是通过将你执行每种互动行为(点赞、喜爱、等)的概率与其预先设定的分值相乘,然后将这些乘积相加得到的。随后,帖子会按照得分从高到低进行排序,从而形成符合您个人偏好的信息流。接下来是这个神奇的公式:得分 = 欢迎度×欢迎度概率 + 喜爱度×喜爱度概率 + 愤怒度×愤怒度概率 + 评论度×评论度概率 + 转发度×转发度概率)”可知,第二段主要讲的是脸书如何决定我们的信息推送内容。故选B。
【10题详解】
推理判断题。根据倒数第二段“Some people post videos where literally nothing happens, but they trick you into watching multiple times, thereby winning even more expected seconds. Comments and seconds watched, no matter what quality and kind, tell TikTok’s algorithm one thing: “Give me more videos like this.”(有些人在网上发布的视频内容其实毫无情节可言,但他们却设法让你反复观看,这样一来就能获得更多的预期观看时间。无论是评论还是观看秒数,无论其质量如何、内容为何,都向TikTok的算法传达了一个信息:“给我更多像这样的视频。”)”可知,作者通过TikTok这个例子想要告诉我们无意识的观看行为也能反映出我们的喜好。故选B。
【11题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一段“Knowing how and why this cycle happens is the first step to stop it. Just remember: the tech companies choose the Vs in the social media formula, but the Ps are shaped by your actions online.(了解这个循环是如何发生以及为何会发生是阻止它的第一步。只需记住:科技公司决定了社交媒体公式中的“V”项,但“P”项则由你的在线行为所塑造)”可知,作者建议我们要留意自己对所接收信息的反应。故选D。
D
Everyone relies on bias — otherwise known as cognitive (认知的) shortcuts — in their daily lives. For example, imagine you’re scrolling through your social media feed and immediately dismiss a news article because it comes from a source you don’t typically trust. This scenario highlights how automatic and unconscious the mental process can be.
These biases aren’t character flaws. Thousands of years ago, this type of quick decision-making ensured the safety of ancient humans. Although these mental shortcuts served us well long ago, they don’t always translate well to our complex modern world. For several decades, psychology researchers have been testing interventions to help people become aware of and minimize their biases.
A new systematic review published in Nature Human Behaviour offers the most comprehensive analysis of bias training to date. Researchers combined results from 54 randomized controlled trials involving nearly 11,000 students to determine whether educational interventions can reduce cognitive biases. The studies used a wide range of approaches, including games, online simulations, classroom instruction, video-based training, and group discussions. The analysis found that these interventions led to a small but significant reduction in biased thinking.
The most successful interventions from the studies focused on teaching specific cognitive strategies to neutralize (中立化) particular biases. These strategies include actively seeking out contradictory evidence when evaluating a claim and using structured checklists to avoid jumping to conclusions.
Interestingly, the research revealed that some biases are harder to avoid than others. For example, people are more likely to cling to stereotypes (成见), such as assuming that someone who wears glasses and reads a lot is a librarian. It remains unclear whether these lessons transfer beyond the classroom; just because someone can avoid confirmation bias in an online test doesn’t mean they will use those skills in the real world. Researchers said this gap between laboratory performance and real-world application represents the next frontier in bias research.
This field is important because cognitive biases can have far-reaching consequences in modern society, influencing medical diagnoses, public policy decisions, elections, and more. The take-home message: This review provides solid evidence that bias reduction is possible.
12. How did bias help ancient humans?
A. Strengthen mental process. B. Make quick and safe decisions.
C. Improve unconscious learning. D. Enhance social communication.
13. Which method is most effective for lessening specific biases?
A. Having group discussions. B. Watching an instructional video.
C. Thinking critically about an event. D. Conducting video-based experiments.
14. What remains a major challenge in bias research according to the text?
A. The lack of research funding. B. The absence of effective tools.
C. The gap between lab and reality. D. The unwillingness of participants.
15. What is the best title for the text?
A. Scientists Find New Ways to Train Our Brains
B. Bias Training Proves Ineffective in New Study
C. Stereotypes Remain the Biggest Challenge for Society
D. Evidence Grows That Cognitive Bias Can Be Reduced
【答案】12. B 13. C 14. C 15. D
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章指出认知偏见是日常认知捷径,曾助力古人快速避险但适应不了现代社会,一项新研究显示相关干预能减少偏见,同时提及部分偏见难消除及实验室与现实应用的差距。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“Thousands of years ago, this type of quick decision-making ensured the safety of ancient humans.(数千年前,这种迅速做出决策的方式保障了古人类的安全)”可知,偏见使古代人类能够迅速且安全地做出决策。故选B。
【13题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段“The most successful interventions from the studies focused on teaching specific cognitive strategies to neutralize (中立化) particular biases. These strategies include actively seeking out contradictory evidence when evaluating a claim and using structured checklists to avoid jumping to conclusions.(这些研究中最为成功的干预措施在于教授特定的认知策略,以消除特定的偏见。这些策略包括在评估某一论断时主动寻找与之相悖的证据,以及使用结构化的检查清单来避免匆忙下结论)”可知,对于减少特定的偏见而言,对某一事件进行批判性思考最为有效。故选C。
【14题详解】
细节理解题。根据第五段“Researchers said this gap between laboratory performance and real-world application represents the next frontier in bias research.(研究人员表示,实验室测试结果与实际应用效果之间的这种差异,是偏见研究领域的下一个重要课题)”可知,偏见研究中仍存在的一个主要挑战是实验室环境与实际情况之间的差距。故选C。
【15题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第一段“Everyone relies on bias — otherwise known as cognitive (认知的) shortcuts — in their daily lives. For example, imagine you’re scrolling through your social media feed and immediately dismiss a news article because it comes from a source you don’t typically trust. This scenario highlights how automatic and unconscious the mental process can be.(在日常生活中,每个人都会依赖某种偏见——也就是所谓的认知捷径。比如,想象一下你正在浏览自己的社交媒体动态,然后立刻就忽略了某篇新闻文章,因为它的来源是你通常不信任的。这种情景就很好地说明了这种思维过程是多么的自动且无意识)”结合文章指出认知偏见是日常认知捷径,曾助力古人快速避险但适配不了现代社会,一项新研究显示相关干预能减少偏见,同时提及部分偏见难消除及实验室与现实应用的差距。可知,D选项“有越来越多的证据表明认知偏见是可以减少的”最符合文章标题。故选D。
第二节 (共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
根据短文内容,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。
We tend to respect and even idolize those who exhibit a lot of willpower. That colleague who manages to stay calm and focused in nearly every situation. The social media influencer who maintains a particularly decorated, camera-ready home. ____16____ Research suggests that these people are not only viewed as trustworthy but also morally superior. How can we mere mortals (凡人) compare?
It seems that some are born with stronger self-control. ____17____ Traditionally, psychologists have defined self-control as the ability to wait for later, larger rewards. But it can also be thought of as a way to alter your thoughts, feelings and behaviors to reach a specific goal. When we have self-control, we can resist unhealthy impulses and persevere when we feel like quitting, experts say.
____18____ To improve willpower, it boils down to “just try harder,” said Kentaro Fujita, a professor of psychology at Ohio State University who studies self-regulation and decision making. ____19____ Preparation, mind-set and the ability to either avoid or reframe temptation (诱惑) can be far more effective than trying to “force that desire down,” Dr. Fujita said. There are multiple strategies for improving self-control. Research suggests that trying several is more effective than picking just one.
First, create routines. People who are good at self-control tend to structure their lives and avoid having to make decisions in the moment. This could be by scheduling the same activity at the same time each day. Second, monitor your progress. Keep notes tracking what you have done each day toward your goal. ____20____ Also, edit your inner circle. People who support you and lift you up will give you a greater capacity for self-control.
A. What is self-control and why does it matter?
B. The friend who hits up the gym five times a week.
C. Willpower shouldn’t be confused with self-control.
D. Research indicates that willpower is the best strategy.
E. And it takes both efforts and time to develop willpower.
F. But self-control involves a set of skills that can be learned.
G. Monitoring is the easiest and fastest way to improve self-control.
【答案】16. B 17. A 18. C 19. F 20. G
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章指出人们推崇有意志力的人,介绍了自控力的定义与作用,说明其虽有天生差异但可后天学习,还给出了建立习惯、监测进度等提升自控力的具体策略。
【16题详解】
根据上文“We tend to respect and even idolize those who exhibit a lot of willpower. That colleague who manages to stay calm and focused in nearly every situation. The social media influencer who maintains a particularly decorated, camera-ready home.(我们往往会尊重甚至崇拜那些展现出强大意志力的人。比如那位能够在各种情况下都保持冷静和专注的同事。还有那位拥有精心布置、随时准备拍照的家的社交媒体红人)”可知,前文列举了“冷静专注的同事”、“家居精致的网红”两类展现意志力的人,空格处需延续“举例”逻辑,补充同类人物。选项B“每周去五次健身房的朋友”符合“展现自控力/意志力”的举例场景,与前文结构一致,故选B。
【17题详解】
根据后文“Traditionally, psychologists have defined self-control as the ability to wait for later, larger rewards. But it can also be thought of as a way to alter your thoughts, feelings and behaviors to reach a specific goal. When we have self-control, we can resist unhealthy impulses and persevere when we feel like quitting, experts say.(传统上,心理学家将自我控制定义为能够等待更长远、更大的回报的能力。但也可以将其视为一种改变思想、情绪和行为的方式,以实现特定目标。专家表示,当我们拥有自我控制能力时,就能抵制不良冲动,并在想要放弃时坚持下去)”可知,空格后先介绍心理学家对自控力的传统定义,再补充其另一层含义,最后说明自控力的作用(抵抗冲动、坚持目标),核心围绕 “自控力是什么”、“为什么重要”展开。选项 A 直接点明这两个核心问题,能总领后文内容,故选A。
【18题详解】
根据后文“To improve willpower, it boils down to “just try harder,” said Kentaro Fujita, a professor of psychology at Ohio State University who studies self-regulation and decision making.(俄亥俄州立大学的心理学教授藤田太郎表示,要增强意志力,关键在于“再努力一把”。他研究的是自我调节和决策制定方面的问题)”和“Preparation, mind-set and the ability to either avoid or reframe temptation (诱惑) can be far more effective than trying to “force that desire down,” Dr. Fujita said. (藤田博士表示,做好准备、调整心态以及学会如何避开或重新解读诱惑,往往比试图“强行压制这种欲望”要有效得多。)”可知,空处表示的是意志力和自控之间的不同;结合选项可知,选项C.Willpower shouldn’t be confused with self-control.(不要将意志力与自控力混淆。)与后文描述呼应,切题。故选C。
【19题详解】
根据后文“There are multiple strategies for improving self-control. Research suggests that trying several is more effective than picking just one.(改善自我控制能力的方法有很多。研究表明,尝试多种方法比只采用一种方法更为有效)”可知,前文提到如何提高自我控制;结合选项可知,选项F.But self-control involves a set of skills that can be learned.(但自我控制涉及一系列可以习得的技能。)与下午呼应,切题。故选 F。
【20题详解】
根据上文“First, create routines. People who are good at self-control tend to structure their lives and avoid having to make decisions in the moment. This could be by scheduling the same activity at the same time each day. Second, monitor your progress. Keep notes tracking what you have done each day toward your goal.(首先,制定常规。善于自我控制的人往往会规划好自己的生活,避免在当下仓促做决定。这可以通过每天在同一时间进行相同的活动来实现。其次,监测自己的进展。记录每天朝着目标所完成的事情)”可知,前文提出“监测自己的进步”这一策略,空格处需进一步说明该策略的价值或作用,保持话题一致。选项G“监测是提升自控力最简单、最快的方式”直接呼应“monitor your progress”,强化该策略的有效性,故选 G。
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四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Before meeting my “Tinder”, I was an emotionally isolated, cocky senior executive. ____21____ a seemingly successful 25+ years in my professional career, I was on the brink of emotional bankruptcy.
Then came a ripple in the universe. My friend asked me for a ____22____ adopting her dog, Twinkles, a small lapdog. I reluctantly ____23____. Twinkles had lived a(n) ____24____ existence and had never even walked on green grass. She wouldn’t go out with me initially, but I ____25____ her out the door, knowing it would do her and me good. A special bond and growing trust ____26____. After all, discomfort is often the external ____27____ needed to jump-start growth, and that day was a good beginning!
Happy time flew! Twinkles and I had to move to Medellin, Colombia. I believe it was a good chance to change. “Aggressive Tom” would not be ____28____ tolerated; I had to become “Gentle Tom.” Relaxed, ____29____, and calm. Similarly, Twinkles was presented with the ____30____ to become “Twinkles Princess.”
Twinkles and I shared remarkable ____31____, from walks in the local parks to exploring the transformative neighborhood of Comuna 13. She was a natural star, and her charm effortlessly ____32____ the locals, fostering conversations that ____33____ cultural gaps. I gradually had a sense of belonging.
After three adventurous years, we returned to America. “Aggressive Tom” and “Timid Twinkles” were ____34____ by “Gentle Tom” and “Twinkles Princess”, more patient, empathetic, confident, and brave. We had done things we didn’t want to do, weren’t supposed to do, and never imagined we could do. Together, we ____35____ the joy of doing incredible things.
21. A. With B. Despite C. Without D. Except
22. A. favor B. gift C. tip D. permission
23. A. rejected B. quit C. agreed D. replied
24. A. isolated B. spoiled C. ruined D. sheltered
25. A. dragged B. dropped C. threw D. shut
26. A. changed B. suffered C. developed D. delivered
27. A. force B. means C. value D. pressure
28. A. limitlessly B. socially C. tirelessly D. normally
29. A. adaptable B. reliable C. admirable D. adorable
30. A. chance B. title C. award D. choice
31. A. events B. experiences C. journeys D. achievements
32. A. grew on B. took after C. drew in D. spoke to
33. A. bridged B. expanded C. applauded D. identified
34. A. greeted B. expected C. decided D. replaced
35. A. celebrated B. communicated C. pictured D. interpreted
【答案】21. B 22. A 23. C 24. D 25. A 26. C 27. A 28. B 29. A 30. A 31. B 32. C 33. A 34. D 35. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者从情感孤僻到通过与小狗Twinkles的相处变得温柔、有同理心的转变过程。
【21题详解】
考查介词词义辨析。句意:尽管在职业生涯中取得了看似成功的25年以上的成就,但我却处于情感崩溃的边缘。A. With伴随;B. Despite尽管;C. Without没有;D. Except除了。根据下文“a seemingly successful 25+ years in my professional career, I was on the brink of emotional bankruptcy”可知,前文“职业成功”与后文“情感崩溃”为转折关系,用Despite符合题意。故选B。
【22题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:我的朋友请求我帮她一个忙,收养她的小狗Twinkles,一只小型宠物狗。A. favor帮忙;B. gift礼物;C. tip小费;D. permission允许。根据下文“adopting her dog Twinkles”可知,朋友请求作者帮忙收养她的小狗。故选A。
【23题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:我勉强同意了。A. rejected拒绝;B. quit退出;C. agreed同意;D. replied回复。根据下文“She wouldn’t go out with me initially”可知,小狗起初不愿和作者出去,说明作者最终同意了收养小狗Twinkles。故选C。
【24题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:Twinkles之前过着被悉心庇护的生活,甚至从未在绿草地上走过。A. isolated孤立的;B. spoiled宠坏的;C. ruined毁坏的;D. sheltered受庇护的。根据下文“had never even walked on green grass”可知,Twinkles甚至从未在绿草地上走过,所以之前过着被悉心庇护的生活。故选D。
【25题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:她起初不愿和我出去,但我把她拖出门外,因为我知道这对她和我都有好处。A. dragged拖;B. dropped掉下;C. threw扔;D. shut关闭。根据上文“She wouldn’t go out with me initially”以及下文“her out the door, knowing it would do her and me good”可知,作者把不愿出门的小狗拖出门外。故选A。
【26题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:一种特殊的纽带和日益增长的信任形成了。A. changed改变;B. suffered遭受;C. developed发展,形成;D. delivered递送。根据上文“A special bond and growing trust”可知,随着相处,作者和狗之间的信任与羁绊慢慢“形成”。故选C。
【27题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:毕竟,不适往往是启动成长所需的外部力量,那天是一个好的开始。A. force力量;B. means方式;C. value价值;D. pressure压力。根据下文“needed to jump-start growth”可知,不适感能推动人成长,起到“动力”的作用,即不适往往是启动成长所需的外部力量,force符合语境。故选A。
【28题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意:“好斗的Tom”在社交上是不会被容忍的;我必须变成“温柔的Tom”。A. limitlessly无限地;B. socially在社会上;C. tirelessly不知疲倦地;D. normally正常地。根据下文“I had to become “Gentle Tom””可知,作者意识到必须变成“温柔的Tom”,是因为作者认为“好斗的Tom”将不再被社会所容忍,必须做出改变。故选B。
【29题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:放松、适应性强且平静。A. adaptable适应的;B. reliable可靠的;C. admirable令人钦佩的;D. adorable可爱的。根据上文“Relaxed”以及下文“and calm”可知,与“放松、平静”并列,且结合搬到新环境的背景,“适应性强的”符合“改变自我”的需求。故选A。
【30题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:同样,Twinkles也有机会成为“Twinkles公主”。A. chance机会;B. title头衔;C. award奖励;D. choice选择。根据上文“I believe it was a good chance to change.”、下文“to become “Twinkles Princess””可知,作者获得改变的机会,Twinkles也迎来了转变的“机会”,即也有机会成为“Twinkles公主”。故选A。
【31题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:Twinkles和我分享了非凡的经历,从在当地公园散步到探索Comuna 13这个变革性的社区。A. events事件;B. experiences经历;C. journeys旅程;D. achievements成就。根据下文“from walks in the local parks to exploring the transformative neighborhood of Comuna 13”可知,散步、探索社区属于两人共同的“经历”,即Twinkles和作者分享了非凡的经历。故选B。
【32题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意:她天生就是明星,她的魅力轻松地吸引了当地人,促进了跨越文化差距的对话。A. grew on逐渐为……所喜爱;B. took after像;C. drew in吸引;D. spoke to对……说。根据上文“She was a natural star, and her charm effortlessly”可知,Twinkles天生是明星,所以Twinkles的魅力轻松地吸引了当地人。故选C。
【33题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:她天生就是明星,她的魅力轻松地吸引了当地人,促进了跨越文化差距的对话。A. bridged跨越;B. expanded扩大;C. applauded鼓掌;D. identified识别。根据上文“fostering conversations”以及下文“cultural gaps”可知,Twinkles的魅力促进了跨越文化差距的对话。故选A。
【34题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:“好斗的Tom”和“胆小的Twinkles”被“温柔的Tom”和“Twinkles公主”所取代,他们更有耐心、更有同理心、更自信、更勇敢。A. greeted问候;B. expected期待;C. decided决定;D. replaced取代。根据上文““Aggressive Tom” and “Timid Twinkles” were”和下文“by “Gentle Tom” and “Twinkles Princess”, more patient, empathetic, confident, and brave”可知,他们更有耐心、更共情,所以原来的状态被新状态“取代”,即“好斗的Tom”和“胆小的Twinkles”被“温柔的Tom”和“Twinkles公主”所取代。故选D。
【35题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:我们一起庆祝了做不可思议事情的快乐。A. celebrated庆祝;B. communicated交流;C. pictured想象;D. interpreted解释。根据上文“We had done things we didn’t want to do, weren’t supposed to do, and never imagined we could do”和下文“the joy of doing incredible things”可知,作者和小狗一起庆祝了做不可思议事情的快乐。故选A。
第Ⅱ卷
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。
Simply tap the touch screen to take a photo, and discover which Terracotta Warrior you resemble (相像) based on facial data ____36____ (take) from the statues. This is one of the ____37____ (interaction) programs at the 2025 World Internet Conference Cultural Heritage Digitalization Forum. Time-honored monuments, manuscripts, and ____38____ (artwork) are increasingly at risk from the passage of time, natural disasters and even human conflict. In light of these threats, digitalization plays an important role in both preserving these invaluable treasures and sharing them with ____39____ global audience.
One of the displays is a six-legged robot dog developed by China’s tech giant Lenovo. ____40____ (weigh) 30 kg, the robot conducted inspection within Yingxian Pagoda in north China’s Shanxi Province, the tallest and oldest wooden multi-story structure in the world. Operating in a non-contact manner, it ____41____ (equip) with 3D modeling cameras to collect and analyze real-time data on cracks and peeling paint on the pagoda’s interior, without causing any damage.
Participants ____42____ (stress) the need for both local and global efforts to address challenges such as technology and inclusivity, including bridging the digital divide ____43____ countries while respecting diverse traditions and histories. They also called for establishing more collaborative platforms, ____44____ would help share knowledge and technology, alongside common digital standards ____45____ (ensure) that cultural data remains accessible for future generations. Heritage is global, and so must be our efforts to protect it.
【答案】36. taken
37. interactive
38. artworks
39. a 40. Weighing
41. was equipped
42. stressed
43. between
44. which 45. to ensure
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了2025年世界互联网大会文化遗产数字化论坛上的相关互动项目、数字化技术对文化遗产保护的作用及参会者提出的建议。
【36题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:只需轻触触摸屏拍照,就能根据从雕像中提取的面部数据,发现你与哪个兵马俑相像。which引导的定语从句谓语为resemble,此处为非谓语动词,take与逻辑主语facial data构成被动关系,故用过去分词作定语。故填taken。
【37题详解】
考查形容词。句意:这是2025年世界互联网大会文化遗产数字化论坛上的互动项目之一。修饰名词programs,应用形容词interactive“交互的,互动的”,作定语。故填interactive。
【38题详解】
考查名词的数。句意:历史悠久的纪念碑、手稿和艺术品越来越容易受到时间流逝,自然灾害甚至人类冲突的影响。artwork“艺术品”为可数名词,此处指不止一件艺术品,应用复数形式,作主语。故填artworks。
【39题详解】
考查冠词。句意:鉴于这些威胁,数字化在保护这些无价之宝并将其分享给全球观众方面发挥着重要作用。audience为集合名词,此处表泛指“整体的一个群体”,应用不定冠词,且global是发音以辅音音素开头的单词,应用a。故填a。
【40题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:这只重30公斤的机器狗在中国北方山西省的应县木塔内进行了检查,该木塔是世界上最高、最古老的木质多层建筑。本句谓语为conducted,此处为非谓语动词,weigh“重达”与逻辑主语the robot构成主动关系,用现在分词,作状语,句首单词首字母要大写。故填Weighing。
【41题详解】
考查时态语态。句意:它以非接触方式运行,配备了3D建模摄像头,用于收集和分析塔内裂缝和油漆剥落的实时数据,而不会造成任何损坏。结合上文conducted可知,本句描述过去发生的事情,时态用一般过去时,主语it与equip“装备”构成被动关系,用一般过去时的被动语态,be动词用was。故填was equipped。
【42题详解】
考查时态。句意:与会者强调,需要本地和全球共同努力,应对技术和包容性等挑战,包括弥合国家间的数字鸿沟,同时尊重不同的传统和历史。描述过去发生的事情,时态应用一般过去时,谓语用stress“强调”的过去式stressed。故填stressed。
【43题详解】
考查介词。句意:与会者强调,需要本地和全球共同努力,应对技术和包容性等挑战,包括弥合国家间的数字鸿沟,同时尊重不同的传统和历史。后跟名词countries,表示“国家之间”应用介词between。故填between。
【44题详解】
考查定语从句。句意:他们还呼吁建立更多的合作平台,这将有助于分享知识和技术,同时制定共同的数字标准,以确保文化数据能够为后代所用。本空引导非限制性定语从句,先行词platforms,指物,关系词代替先行词在从句作主语,用关系代词which引导。故填which。
【45题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:他们还呼吁建立更多的合作平台,这将有助于分享知识和技术,同时制定共同的数字标准,以确保文化数据能够为后代所用。ensure“确保”在句中作非谓语动词,表目的,此处用不定式,作目的状语。故填to ensure。
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假设你是高中生李华,你的英国笔友Penny听说你在学校模拟联合国(MUN)活动中提交了有关环境保护的议案(initiative),并获得了一等奖。写信向你表示祝贺并询问有关细节,请你根据提示给她写一封回信。内容包括:
1.表示感谢;
2.活动细节。
注意:
1.词数80左右;
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯;
3.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Penny,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Penny,
I’m delighted to hear from you and learn of your interest in my environmental protection initiative during the MUN activity at my school. Thanks a lot for your congratulations and support, which serve as an inspiration to keep going.
I drafted the initiative because I have been concerned about the issues of global warming and environmental pollution, which have resulted in severe damage to Mother Nature. Therefore, I conducted a survey and consulted with experts in this field before drafting the initiative. Then I turned to Deep Seek for polishing, which proved really useful. I am very pleased to have been awarded the first prize, but what is most important is the process through which I gained a deeper insight into the world environment and how we, as human beings, can address the problem.
How has your life been recently? I wish I could see you soon.
Yours,
Li Hua
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生给Penny写一封回信,表示感谢并说明活动细节。
【详解】1.词汇积累
高兴:delighted→glad
作为:serve as→work as
重要:important→essential
导致:result in→contribute to
2.句式拓展
同义句转换
原句:Thanks a lot for your congratulations and support, which serve as an inspiration to keep going.
拓展句:I really appreciate your congratulations and support, as they give me the inspiration to keep moving forward.
【点睛】【高分句型1】Thanks a lot for your congratulations and support, which serve as an inspiration to keep going.(运用了which引导非限制性定语从句)
【高分句型2】I am very pleased to have been awarded the first prize, but what is most important is the process through which I gained a deeper insight into the world environment and how we, as human beings, can address the problem.(运用了what引导主语从句)
第二节(满分25分)
47. 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。
In the final sprint of the Santa Barbara XV Grand Prix cyclocross race, with only 300 meters to the finish line, I found myself right behind my teammate Ismael Esteban.
We’d been training together since freshman year at Seaside High, pushing each other through early morning sessions along the coastal roads, where the salt spray mixed with our sweat. Ismael, the son of a local fisherman, always hummed ancient Spanish songs during hill climbs, his voice steady and resilient like the ocean tides. I’d respond with a three-note whistle whenever he shifted gears — our little rhythm perfected over countless rides.
When Ismael’s tire suddenly blew, the sharp report ripped through the air like a firecracker. I watched him shoulder his eighteen-pound carbon frame bike without hesitation and start running, his legs straining against the weight. Even from ten meters back, I could feel his determination.
In that moment, memories flooded my mind: that brutal November rainstorm when we took turns pushing each other’s bikes up muddy slopes, our frozen fingers clinging to handlebars; the night we sat on the pier sharing a single orange while dreaming of competing in the European Junior Championships; the energy bar he’d secretly slipped into my pocket at the start line this morning, with “For luck” scribbled on the wrapper.
I could have easily passed him — three powerful pedal strokes would have secured me third place—the podium spot (领奖台) we’d both been chasing. But my feet felt heavy on the pedals. I remembered our last interschool race when my chain snapped. Ismael had immediately dropped back, his hand on my shoulder as we walked together across the finish line to echoing silence. His own finish time was ruined but his smile was genuine. Now, watching him struggle forward, I knew what true victory meant.
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。
So I did what felt right.
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At the award ceremony, Ismael tried to give me his bronze medal.
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【答案】范文
So I did what felt right. I slowed down and stayed two meters behind, just like how Ismael always took the lead to break the wind for me during our training rides. The crowd’s roar built as we approached the finish, Ismael running with his bike on his shoulders, me cycling slowly in his wake. My friend and teammate sensed what was happening and signaled to me to quicken my pedaling, as he was too breathless to utter any words. Bit by bit, we approached the finish line. Ismael crossed it, and I followed him. He laid down the bike, dashed to me, and hugged me tightly.
At the award ceremony, Ismael tried to give me his bronze medal. I closed his fingers around it and smiled. “Remember what you told me when you walked with me to the finish last time?” I continued, “A teammate’s back is the best navigation!” His face lit up, reminding me of that evening when we’d watched the sunset over the sea, vowing always to be each other’s strongest rival and greatest supporter. This race might not change our careers. However, as we walked our bikes side by side into the twilight, I understood that some things shine brighter than any medal — like the worn grip marks on our handlebars, evidence of all the miles we’ve shared, weaving our dreams together into something unbreakable.
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开,讲述了圣巴巴拉十五世大奖赛最后300米,作者紧跟队友伊斯梅尔,他的轮胎突然爆裂后扛车奔跑。回忆起多年并肩训练、相互扶持的过往,作者放弃超越机会,放慢速度紧随其后,最终一同冲线。这场比赛让作者明白,队友间的支持与情谊远比奖牌更珍贵。
【详解】1.段落续写:
①由第一段首句内容“于是,我按照自己认为正确的方式行事了”可知,第一段可描写作者跟随队友完成比赛的经过。
②由第二段首句内容“在颁奖典礼上,伊斯梅尔试图把他的铜牌递给我”可知,第二段可描写这场比赛让作者明白,队友间的支持与情谊远比奖牌更珍贵。
2.续写线索:放弃超越——跟随队友——一同冲线——感谢队友——作者感悟
3.词汇激活
行为类
①靠近:approach/get close to
②冲向:dash to/rush to
③拥抱:hug/embrace
情绪类
①强大:strong/mighty
②坚固的:unbreakable/impregnable
【点睛】[高分句型1] The crowd’s roar built as we approached the finish, Ismael running with his bike on his shoulders, me cycling slowly in his wake.(运用了as引导时间状语从句)
[高分句型2] However, as we walked our bikes side by side into the twilight, I understood that some things shine brighter than any medal — like the worn grip marks on our handlebars, evidence of all the miles we’ve shared, weaving our dreams together into something unbreakable.(运用了that引导宾语从句)
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英语高考强化训练(二)
本试卷分为第Ⅰ卷(选择题)和第Ⅱ卷(非选择题)两部分,共150分,考试用时120分钟。
注意事项:
1.答卷前,考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2.回答选择题时,选出每小题答案后,用2B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。
第Ⅰ卷
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
做题时,先将答案标在试卷上,录音内容结束后,你有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
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 does the man suggest the woman do?
A. Have her jeans changed. B. Wear clothes that fit better. C. Lose some weight.
2. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A. Passenger and air hostess. B. Husband and wife. C. Customer and shop assistant.
3. What percentage of visitors to the exhibition come from China?
A. 85%. B. 64%. C. 36%.
4. Where does the conversation probably take place?
A. In a department store. B. At the lost and found. C. In a school library.
5. What is Mr. White probably?
A. A writer. B. A worker. C. A professor.
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、7题。
6. Why is the man calling?
A. To invite the woman to cycle.
B. To collect his brand-new bike.
C. To ask something about his motorbike.
7. What will the man do at the end of the week?
A. Pick up his motorbike. B. Pay for the repairs. C. Call Mary Wilson’s.
听下面的录音,回答第8至10题。
8. What will the speakers send out as invitations?
A. Cards. B. Flowers. C. Letters.
9. Who does well in designing?
A. Lily. B. Annie. C. Charlie.
10. Where may the birthday party be held?
A. In a park. B. At Lily’s house. C. In a flower shop.
听下面的录音,回答第11至13题。
11. When will the girl look after children?
A. On Friday. B. On Thursday. C. On Wednesday.
12. What should the girl do on Tuesday?
A. Visit her neighbours. B. Practice her piano. C. Study with Tom.
13. What does the girl think of her life?
A. Simple. B. Happy. C. Busy.
听下面的录音,回答第14至17题。
14. Why did Terry start the journey on a skateboard?
A. To support a non-profit organization.
B. To fulfil his dream of touring Europe.
C. To encourage teenagers in trouble.
15. What did Terry’s friends do along the journey?
A. They offered him skateboards.
B. They transported equipment for Terry.
C. They kept a record of Terry’s journey.
16. How did Terry ruin a new pair of trainers within a day?
A. He fell down and broke the trainers.
B. He tried to follow his friends’ van.
C. He climbed over the mountains.
17. How does Terry feel about the journey?
A. It’s fantastic. B. It’s depressing. C. It’s tiring
听下面的录音,回答第 18 至 20 题。
18. What does being a craftsman help do?
A. Improve factory-made products.
B. Guide people to appreciate the stories behind crafts.
C. Enhance the understanding of the process of creation.
19. How does the speaker benefit from learning new crafts?
A. Becoming a caring person. B. Becoming more patient. C. Becoming a quick-learner.
20. Which statement best describes the speaker’s opinion of learning new crafts?
A. The process matters more than the result.
B. Imagination plays a vital role in creation.
C. Failure can be avoided by careful planning.
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
The Great British Bucket List was founded by award-winning bloggers Macca Sherifi and Chloe Gunning. After 5 years running their successful travel blogs, An Adventurous World and Wanderlust Chloe, they launched this site in 2020, to shine a light on their home country of Great Britain.
England in autumn is full of amazing things to do. Let’s dive in and find out more.
Paddleboard on Lake Windermere
One of the best ways to enjoy Lake Windermere, the largest lake in the country, is by getting out on the water. Paddleboarding is popular and there are plenty of shops where you can rent crafts. It’s a super calm way to take in this amazing part of the Lake District National Park.
See the changing colours in the New Forest
If you want to go on gorgeous hikes and be surrounded by the changing colours that come with England in Autumn, you need to head to the New Forest National Park. It’s a great place to hike, wander, or cycle, with a ton of trails that range from beginner all the way to advance.
Explore Westonbirt Arboretum
One of the best places to see the autumn foliage (叶) change is the Westonbirt Arboretum in Gloucestershire. Full of over 2,500 different species of trees, there is so much to see and do, making it the perfect place for a family walk or a getaway in the countryside. If you’re looking for a great place to take photos of the autumn colors, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better place to visit!
Take in the fireworks displays on Bonfire Night
Held on the 5th November every single year in London, Bonfire Night celebrates the failed Gunpowder Plot. Huge bonfires are held all around and they’re capped off with vibrant firework displays. Some of the biggest are in the capital down by the River Thames, where you will be fascinated by the fall charm.
1. What can be learned about the site?
A. It has been run for a decade.
B. Its founders are accomplished.
C. It was set up earlier than the blog.
D. It was established to publicize hiking.
2. Where shall a fan of photography and nature go?
A. Lake Windermere.
B. The New Forest National Park.
C. Westonbirt Arboretum.
D. Bonfire Night in London.
3. What do the recommended activities have in common?
A. They are centered around water sports.
B. They are suitable for family participation.
C. They require a high level of physical fitness to participate.
D. They allow people to engage with the natural autumn scenery.
B
David Saroni, a name that is becoming increasingly synonymous with sustainable farming, is pioneering a movement towards environmentally friendly and sustainable agricultural practices. As a dedicated farmer, Saroni is not just tending to his crops and livestock but also to the future of our planet.
At the core of Saroni’s philosophy lies a deep understanding of the impact of farming on the environment. Recognizing that traditional farming methods often lead to soil degradation, water depletion, and biodiversity loss, Saroni has taken a different path. He integrates principles of ecology and conservation into his farming routine, promoting practices that maintain the health of the land while producing high-quality, nutritious produce.
One of the most significant steps Saroni has taken is the adoption of regenerative agricultural practices. This approach goes beyond sustainability; it actively improves the ecosystem. By practicing crop rotation, maintaining cover crops, and utilizing compost (堆肥) and natural fertilizers, Saroni’s farm works in harmony with nature, aiding in carbon sequestration (封存) and soil fertility enhancement.
In an era where water scarcity is a growing concern, Saroni has put a spotlight on water conservation. Employing drip irrigation and rainwater harvesting techniques, he has managed to reduce water usage dramatically on his farm. These methods ensure that crops receive the precise amount of water they need, minimizing waste and preserving this precious resource.
A question that often arises is whether sustainable farming can be as productive as conventional methods. Saroni’s farm serves as a testament to the fact that sustainable practices can lead to both high yield and superior quality. Through soil care and natural pest management, Saroni has shown that it is possible to produce abundant, healthy crops without relying on harmful chemicals.
David Saroni’s commitment to sustainable development does not end at his farm gates. He is actively involved in educating the community about the benefits of sustainable agriculture. By hosting workshops, farm tours, and speaking at events, Saroni is spreading the word and inspiring others to follow in his footsteps, paving the way for a greener, more sustainable future in farming.
4. What concerns David Saroni in terms of farming?
A. Crops and livestock. B. Methods and practices.
C. Quality of the produce. D. Sustainability of farming.
5. What is the advantage of Saroni’s measure?
A. Reducing chemical waste. B. Improving the ecosystem.
C. Maintaining certain crops. D. Enhancing carbon in soil.
6. What does the underlined word “yield” in paragraph 5 mean?
A. Production. B. Profit.
C. Conservation. D. Development.
7. Which of the following can best describe David Saroni?
A. Courageous and devoted.
B. Innovative and committed.
C. Educational and responsible.
D. Knowledgeable and inspiring.
C
Ever wondered how social media platforms decide how to fill our feeds? They use algorithms (算法), of course, but how do these algorithms work? In 2021, Frances Haugen, a Facebook product manager secretly took ten thousand pages of documents and internal messages out of Facebook headquarters. She leaked these to a handful of media outlets. A lot of stories soon ran, largely focusing on the most alarming, attention-grabbing secrets.
It turns out that Facebook engineers have assigned a point value to each type of engagement users can perform on a post (liking, commenting, resharing, etc.). Facebook’s algorithm calculates a personalized score for each post to determine its place in the feed. This score is got by multiplying the probability you’ll perform each engagement — likes, loves, etc. — by its pre-assigned point value, then summing these products. Posts are then ranked from highest to lowest score, creating your tailored feed. Then the magic formula is: Score=Vlike×Plike+Vlove×Plove+Vangry×Pangry+Vcomment×Pcomment+Vshare×Pshare.
The idea is that the algorithm wants to surface the posts you’re most likely to engage with. Have you ever seen a TikTok video with overlaid text saying something like “You won’t believe what happens,” or “You’ve gotta watch till the end?” Some people post videos where literally nothing happens, but they trick you into watching multiple times, thereby winning even more expected seconds. Comments and seconds watched, no matter what quality and kind, tell TikTok’s algorithm one thing: “Give me more videos like this.”
Social media algorithms bring the things we engage with closer and closer. Once we start clicking the social media, we’re going to be served up a lot more of it. It’s a cruel cycle that can quickly turn our feeds into endless streams of digital trash. Knowing how and why this cycle happens is the first step to stop it. Just remember: the tech companies choose the Vs in the social media formula, but the Ps are shaped by your actions online.
8. What does the underlined part in paragraph 1 indicate?
A. The social media were affected. B. The leak went viral immediately.
C. The manager hated Facebook a lot. D. The secret was an eye-catching event.
9. What is paragraph 2 mainly about?
A. Why Facebook designed a formula. B. How Facebook determines our feeds.
C. How the formula was created carefully. D. Why users have to be cautious about posts.
10. What does the author intend to tell us with the TikTok example?
A. Algorithms are smart to track everything.
B. Even unintentional watch can tell about our likes.
C. Some people will do everything to attract attention.
D. TikTok has more powerful algorithms than Facebook.
11. What does the author advise us to do?
A. Focus on the positive videos only. B. Engage less with the content we hate.
C. Comment more on what we appreciate. D. Mind our responses to what is fed to us.
D
Everyone relies on bias — otherwise known as cognitive (认知的) shortcuts — in their daily lives. For example, imagine you’re scrolling through your social media feed and immediately dismiss a news article because it comes from a source you don’t typically trust. This scenario highlights how automatic and unconscious the mental process can be.
These biases aren’t character flaws. Thousands of years ago, this type of quick decision-making ensured the safety of ancient humans. Although these mental shortcuts served us well long ago, they don’t always translate well to our complex modern world. For several decades, psychology researchers have been testing interventions to help people become aware of and minimize their biases.
A new systematic review published in Nature Human Behaviour offers the most comprehensive analysis of bias training to date. Researchers combined results from 54 randomized controlled trials involving nearly 11,000 students to determine whether educational interventions can reduce cognitive biases. The studies used a wide range of approaches, including games, online simulations, classroom instruction, video-based training, and group discussions. The analysis found that these interventions led to a small but significant reduction in biased thinking.
The most successful interventions from the studies focused on teaching specific cognitive strategies to neutralize (中立化) particular biases. These strategies include actively seeking out contradictory evidence when evaluating a claim and using structured checklists to avoid jumping to conclusions.
Interestingly, the research revealed that some biases are harder to avoid than others. For example, people are more likely to cling to stereotypes (成见), such as assuming that someone who wears glasses and reads a lot is a librarian. It remains unclear whether these lessons transfer beyond the classroom; just because someone can avoid confirmation bias in an online test doesn’t mean they will use those skills in the real world. Researchers said this gap between laboratory performance and real-world application represents the next frontier in bias research.
This field is important because cognitive biases can have far-reaching consequences in modern society, influencing medical diagnoses, public policy decisions, elections, and more. The take-home message: This review provides solid evidence that bias reduction is possible.
12. How did bias help ancient humans?
A. Strengthen mental process. B. Make quick and safe decisions.
C. Improve unconscious learning. D. Enhance social communication.
13. Which method is most effective for lessening specific biases?
A. Having group discussions. B. Watching an instructional video.
C. Thinking critically about an event. D. Conducting video-based experiments.
14. What remains a major challenge in bias research according to the text?
A. The lack of research funding. B. The absence of effective tools.
C. The gap between lab and reality. D. The unwillingness of participants.
15. What is the best title for the text?
A. Scientists Find New Ways to Train Our Brains
B. Bias Training Proves Ineffective in New Study
C. Stereotypes Remain the Biggest Challenge for Society
D. Evidence Grows That Cognitive Bias Can Be Reduced
第二节 (共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
根据短文内容,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。
We tend to respect and even idolize those who exhibit a lot of willpower. That colleague who manages to stay calm and focused in nearly every situation. The social media influencer who maintains a particularly decorated, camera-ready home. ____16____ Research suggests that these people are not only viewed as trustworthy but also morally superior. How can we mere mortals (凡人) compare?
It seems that some are born with stronger self-control. ____17____ Traditionally, psychologists have defined self-control as the ability to wait for later, larger rewards. But it can also be thought of as a way to alter your thoughts, feelings and behaviors to reach a specific goal. When we have self-control, we can resist unhealthy impulses and persevere when we feel like quitting, experts say.
____18____ To improve willpower, it boils down to “just try harder,” said Kentaro Fujita, a professor of psychology at Ohio State University who studies self-regulation and decision making. ____19____ Preparation, mind-set and the ability to either avoid or reframe temptation (诱惑) can be far more effective than trying to “force that desire down,” Dr. Fujita said. There are multiple strategies for improving self-control. Research suggests that trying several is more effective than picking just one.
First, create routines. People who are good at self-control tend to structure their lives and avoid having to make decisions in the moment. This could be by scheduling the same activity at the same time each day. Second, monitor your progress. Keep notes tracking what you have done each day toward your goal. ____20____ Also, edit your inner circle. People who support you and lift you up will give you a greater capacity for self-control.
A. What is self-control and why does it matter?
B. The friend who hits up the gym five times a week.
C. Willpower shouldn’t be confused with self-control.
D. Research indicates that willpower is the best strategy.
E. And it takes both efforts and time to develop willpower.
F. But self-control involves a set of skills that can be learned.
G. Monitoring is the easiest and fastest way to improve self-control.
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四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Before meeting my “Tinder”, I was an emotionally isolated, cocky senior executive. ____21____ a seemingly successful 25+ years in my professional career, I was on the brink of emotional bankruptcy.
Then came a ripple in the universe. My friend asked me for a ____22____ adopting her dog, Twinkles, a small lapdog. I reluctantly ____23____. Twinkles had lived a(n) ____24____ existence and had never even walked on green grass. She wouldn’t go out with me initially, but I ____25____ her out the door, knowing it would do her and me good. A special bond and growing trust ____26____. After all, discomfort is often the external ____27____ needed to jump-start growth, and that day was a good beginning!
Happy time flew! Twinkles and I had to move to Medellin, Colombia. I believe it was a good chance to change. “Aggressive Tom” would not be ____28____ tolerated; I had to become “Gentle Tom.” Relaxed, ____29____, and calm. Similarly, Twinkles was presented with the ____30____ to become “Twinkles Princess.”
Twinkles and I shared remarkable ____31____, from walks in the local parks to exploring the transformative neighborhood of Comuna 13. She was a natural star, and her charm effortlessly ____32____ the locals, fostering conversations that ____33____ cultural gaps. I gradually had a sense of belonging.
After three adventurous years, we returned to America. “Aggressive Tom” and “Timid Twinkles” were ____34____ by “Gentle Tom” and “Twinkles Princess”, more patient, empathetic, confident, and brave. We had done things we didn’t want to do, weren’t supposed to do, and never imagined we could do. Together, we ____35____ the joy of doing incredible things.
21. A. With B. Despite C. Without D. Except
22. A. favor B. gift C. tip D. permission
23. A. rejected B. quit C. agreed D. replied
24. A. isolated B. spoiled C. ruined D. sheltered
25. A. dragged B. dropped C. threw D. shut
26. A. changed B. suffered C. developed D. delivered
27. A. force B. means C. value D. pressure
28. A. limitlessly B. socially C. tirelessly D. normally
29. A. adaptable B. reliable C. admirable D. adorable
30. A. chance B. title C. award D. choice
31. A. events B. experiences C. journeys D. achievements
32. A. grew on B. took after C. drew in D. spoke to
33. A. bridged B. expanded C. applauded D. identified
34. A. greeted B. expected C. decided D. replaced
35. A. celebrated B. communicated C. pictured D. interpreted
第Ⅱ卷
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。
Simply tap the touch screen to take a photo, and discover which Terracotta Warrior you resemble (相像) based on facial data ____36____ (take) from the statues. This is one of the ____37____ (interaction) programs at the 2025 World Internet Conference Cultural Heritage Digitalization Forum. Time-honored monuments, manuscripts, and ____38____ (artwork) are increasingly at risk from the passage of time, natural disasters and even human conflict. In light of these threats, digitalization plays an important role in both preserving these invaluable treasures and sharing them with ____39____ global audience.
One of the displays is a six-legged robot dog developed by China’s tech giant Lenovo. ____40____ (weigh) 30 kg, the robot conducted inspection within Yingxian Pagoda in north China’s Shanxi Province, the tallest and oldest wooden multi-story structure in the world. Operating in a non-contact manner, it ____41____ (equip) with 3D modeling cameras to collect and analyze real-time data on cracks and peeling paint on the pagoda’s interior, without causing any damage.
Participants ____42____ (stress) the need for both local and global efforts to address challenges such as technology and inclusivity, including bridging the digital divide ____43____ countries while respecting diverse traditions and histories. They also called for establishing more collaborative platforms, ____44____ would help share knowledge and technology, alongside common digital standards ____45____ (ensure) that cultural data remains accessible for future generations. Heritage is global, and so must be our efforts to protect it.
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假设你是高中生李华,你的英国笔友Penny听说你在学校模拟联合国(MUN)活动中提交了有关环境保护的议案(initiative),并获得了一等奖。写信向你表示祝贺并询问有关细节,请你根据提示给她写一封回信。内容包括:
1.表示感谢;
2.活动细节。
注意:
1.词数80左右;
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯;
3.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Penny,
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Yours
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
47. 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。
In the final sprint of the Santa Barbara XV Grand Prix cyclocross race, with only 300 meters to the finish line, I found myself right behind my teammate Ismael Esteban.
We’d been training together since freshman year at Seaside High, pushing each other through early morning sessions along the coastal roads, where the salt spray mixed with our sweat. Ismael, the son of a local fisherman, always hummed ancient Spanish songs during hill climbs, his voice steady and resilient like the ocean tides. I’d respond with a three-note whistle whenever he shifted gears — our little rhythm perfected over countless rides.
When Ismael’s tire suddenly blew, the sharp report ripped through the air like a firecracker. I watched him shoulder his eighteen-pound carbon frame bike without hesitation and start running, his legs straining against the weight. Even from ten meters back, I could feel his determination.
In that moment, memories flooded my mind: that brutal November rainstorm when we took turns pushing each other’s bikes up muddy slopes, our frozen fingers clinging to handlebars; the night we sat on the pier sharing a single orange while dreaming of competing in the European Junior Championships; the energy bar he’d secretly slipped into my pocket at the start line this morning, with “For luck” scribbled on the wrapper.
I could have easily passed him — three powerful pedal strokes would have secured me third place—the podium spot (领奖台) we’d both been chasing. But my feet felt heavy on the pedals. I remembered our last interschool race when my chain snapped. Ismael had immediately dropped back, his hand on my shoulder as we walked together across the finish line to echoing silence. His own finish time was ruined but his smile was genuine. Now, watching him struggle forward, I knew what true victory meant.
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。
So I did what felt right.
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At the award ceremony, Ismael tried to give me his bronze medal.
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