2026年湖北省武汉市中考模拟英语试卷三

2026学年武汉市中考模拟英语试卷三

（笔试部分）

满分：120分（笔试部分） 考试时间：120分钟

二、单项选择（共10小题，每小题1分，满分10分）

从题中所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出一个最佳答案。

(      ) 1. — Alice, I'm really hungry. Shall we go to the new noodle house?

 A. sounds terrible B. sounds great C. looks strange D. feels awful

(      ) 2. — Look at the dark clouds outside. It's going to rain.
— Yes, we'd better ______ the windows before we leave.

 A. open B. clean C. close D. break

(      ) 3. — Do you know ______ for the school trip?
— The teacher said we will meet at 7:30 at the school gate.

 A. where we will go B. when we will meet

 C. how we get there D. who will go

(      ) 4. — I tried many times to solve this puzzle, but I still can't ______ the answer.
— Let me have a look.

 A. look for B. work out C. turn on D. put away

(      ) 5. — The music played by the band last night was so ______.
— I agree. I have never heard such beautiful music before.

 A. noisy B. strange C. moving D. simple

(      ) 6. — The sports meeting has been put off because of the heavy rain.
— What a pity! It ______ since last night.

 A. rains B. rained C. has been raining D. will rain

(      ) 7. — You look worried. What happened?
— My bike ______ on the way to school. I had to walk the rest of the way.

 A. broke down B. broke into C. broke out D. broke up

(      ) 8. — I think teenagers should be allowed to choose their own clothes.
— ______. It helps them develop a sense of style.

 A. I hope so B. Not at all C. I agree D. I'm afraid not

(      ) 9. — ______ pleasant weather it is! Let's go hiking this weekend.
— Great idea! I can't wait.

 A. What B. What a C. How D. What an

(      ) 10. — Mum, I'm worried I might fail the interview tomorrow.
— Just be yourself and stay calm. ______ you try, ______ you'll get.

 A. The harder; the more B. The more hard; the more

 C. The harder; the most D. The most hard; the most

三、完形填空（共15小题，每小题1分，满分15分）

阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

When I was in primary school, I was terribly shy. I would never raise my hand in class, even when I knew the answer. The thought of speaking in front of others made my heart ___11____. My teacher, Mrs. Wang, noticed this and decided to help.

One day, she asked me to stay after class. I thought I was in ___12____, but instead, she handed me a small notebook. "I want you to write down one thing you did well each day," she said ___13____. "It can be something very small."

I was ___14____, but I followed her advice. The first week, I wrote things like "I finished my homework on time" and "I helped clean the blackboard." It felt a little ___15____, but I kept going.

After a month, something began to change. I started to ___16____ the good things in my day more easily. I felt more ___17____ of myself. One day, I even raised my hand to answer a question in class — my heart was beating fast, but I did it.

Mrs. Wang smiled at me and gave me a ___18____ nod. That small moment changed everything. I realized that ___19____ isn't about never being afraid — it's about believing in yourself even when you are.

Years later, I became a teacher myself. I often tell my students the ___20____ of the "small notebook." I ask them to write down their own small ___21____. Some of them think it's silly at first, but later they see how ___22____ it is.

One of my students, a boy named Xiao Ming, was just as shy as I once was. He ___23____ the notebook idea and gradually became more confident. By the end of the term, he could give a speech in front of the whole class. His mother wrote me a letter of ___24____. She said I had changed her son's life.

But I believe the real credit goes to Mrs. Wang. She taught me that a small act of ___25____ can make a huge difference. And now, I try to pass that kindness on.

 (      )11. A. race B. jump C. beat D. stop

 (      )12. A. danger B. trouble C. surprise D. pain

 (      )13. A. seriously B. loudly C. gently D. coldly

 (      )14. A. excited B. satisfied C. relaxed D. confused

 (      )15. A. funny B. strange C. boring D. difficult

 (      )16. A. forget B. explain C. notice D. create

 (      )17. A. proud B. ashamed C. aware D. tired

 (      )18. A. slow B. big C. small D. encouraging

 (      )19. A. courage B. honesty C. patience D. kindness

 (      )20. A. result B. purpose C. story D. secret

 (      )21. A. success B. progress C. mistakes D. dreams

 (      )22. A. useful B. simple C. popular D. strange

 (      )23. A. refused B. doubted C. accepted D. forgot

 (      )24. A. praise B. thanks C. advice D. invitation

 (      )25. A. courage B. honesty C. patience D. kindness

四、阅读理解（共15小题，每小题2分，满分30分）

阅读下面三篇材料，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。

A

Have you ever wondered how the food you eat affects your brain? Scientists have found that what we eat can influence our mood, memory, and even our ability to focus.

Certain foods are called "brain foods" because they help the brain work better. For example, fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids, like salmon, are great for memory. Blueberries are known to protect the brain from aging. Dark chocolate contains something that can improve focus and mood.

On the other hand, some foods can harm brain function. Too much sugar can make it hard to concentrate. Studies show that a high-sugar diet can weaken memory over time. Fried foods and processed snacks may also slow down the brain's ability to process information.

But there is good news: it is never too late to change your eating habits. Even small changes, like replacing sugary drinks with water or adding more vegetables to your meals, can make a difference. A balanced diet not only keeps your body healthy — it also keeps your mind sharp.

(      ) 26. What is the passage mainly about?

 A. How to cook healthy meals. B. How food affects the brain.

 C. The best foods for breakfast. D. Why exercise is important.

(      ) 27. Why is salmon considered a "brain food"?

 A. It tastes good. B. It is cheap to buy.

 C. It is rich in omega-3. D. It helps you sleep well.

(      ) 28. What effect does too much sugar have on the brain?

 A. It makes you feel hungry. B. It improves your memory.

 C. It helps you focus better. D. It weakens memory over time.

(      ) 29. What does the writer suggest in the last paragraph?