江苏连云港市东海县张湾中学等校2026年中考适应性考试（二）英语试题

**基本信息** 2026年中考英语二模卷以科技（5G/AI）、社会热点（零废弃商店）和文化传承（祖父智慧）为情境，融合语言能力与思维品质，适配中考命题趋势。 **题型特征** |题型|题量/分值|知识覆盖|命题特色| |----|-----------|----------|----------| |阅读理解|20/40|认知过载、成长型思维等主题|通过太空生活、悬浮滑板等科技素材，考查推理与信息筛选能力| |书面表达|1/25|智慧社区建议写作|结合“智能回收箱”“共享工具站”等真实场景，培养问题解决与表达能力|

2026年中考适应性考试（二） 英语试题 一、单项选择（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分） 从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 1. —I'm going to take part in the school's English speech contest next week. —______! Practice makes perfect, and I'm sure you'll do great. A. Bad luck B. Come on C. Of course D. Not at all 2. A new smart library ______ in our city next year to encourage more people to read. A. builds B. built C. will build D. will be built 3. To protect our eyes, we should avoid ______ at the screen for too long without a break. A. stare B. to stare C. staring D. stared 4. —______ have you been a member of the “Green Earth” club? —Since I entered middle school two years ago. A. How far B. How long C. How soon D. How often 5. With the help of 5G technology, online classes have become ______ than before. A. much interactive B. more interactive C. most interactive D. the most interactive 6. —Excuse me, could you please tell me ______? —Sure. Walk along this road for about 10 minutes, and you'll see it on your left. A. how can I get to the City Museum B. how I can get to the City Museum C. where is the City Museum D. where the City Museum is 7. Highspeed trains in China are very popular ______ passengers because they are fast and comfortable. A. as B. for C. with D. to 8. The little boy was very tired, ______ he still kept on climbing the mountain with his parents. A. or B. so C. but D. because 9. —Must I finish the science project today? —No, you ______. You have three more days to prepare it. A. mustn't B. needn't C. shouldn't D. can't 10. By the time the teacher came into the classroom, all the students ______ their homework on the desks. A. put B. have put C. would put D. had put 二、完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A young painter named Li Ming lived in a small, old house. He dreamed of holding his own art exhibition one day, but his paintings were not very ___11___. People often walked past his small studio without a single ___12___. One day, a famous art collector visited the town by chance. He saw a small painting of a sparrow in Li Ming's window. The painting was ___13___ but full of life. The collector bought it for a high price. The news ___14___ like wildfire. Suddenly, everyone wanted to see Li Ming's work. Li Ming was ___15___ by the sudden fame. He started painting faster to meet the high ___16___. But as he painted more and more, his work lost its soul. The colors became dull, and the ___17___ looked lifeless. Feeling lost, Li Ming decided to take a walk in the countryside. He saw an old farmer carefully watering his vegetable garden. The farmer didn't rush. He treated every ___18___ with great care. “Why do you spend so much time on each plant?” asked Li Ming. The farmer smiled, “Because a good ___19___ cannot be rushed. Every plant needs time, water, and patience to grow strong and healthy.” Li Ming suddenly ___20___. He realized that art, like farming, requires patience and a peaceful heart. He went back to his studio, but this time, he didn't care about being famous. He painted only when he felt ___21___, putting all his heart into every stroke. Months later, he finally held his own exhibition. The paintings on the wall were not many, but each one ___22___ a story. Visitors stood quietly in front of them, deeply moved. From this story, we learn that true ___23___ doesn't come from rushing or seeking praise. It comes from doing things with your whole heart and enjoying the ___24___ itself. Whether you are an artist, a student, or a farmer, the secret is to be patient, stay true to yourself, and never ___25___ quality for speed. 11. A. expensive B. famous C. cheap D. ugly 12. A. glance B. doubt C. argument D. apology 13. A. huge B. tiny C. heavy D. empty 14. A. spread B. burned C. flew D. disappeared 15. A. worried B. excited C. tired D. relaxed 16. A. price B. risk C. demand D. standard 17. A. people B. colors C. shapes D. animals 18. A. plant B. customer C. painter D. visitor 19. A. painting B. story C. harvest D. journey 20. A. forgot B. regretted C. understood D. doubted 21. A. bored B. angry C. tired D. inspired 22. A. told B. heard C. borrowed D. stole 23. A. wealth B. success C. friendship D. health 24. A. result B. process C. beginning D. ending 25. A. exchange B. provide C. compare D. improve 三、阅读理解（共两节，20小题；每小题2分，满分40分） 第一节：阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A Do you know that your brain can be “cluttered”? Just like a messy room makes it hard to find things, a cluttered brain makes it difficult to think clearly. This often happens when we try to do too many things at once, or when we are always receiving information from phones, computers, and TVs. Scientists call this “cognitive overload”. When your brain has too much information to process, it becomes slow and tired. You might forget things easily, feel stressed, or find it hard to focus on one task. A study from a top university showed that students who turned off their phones while studying completed their work 40% faster than those who kept their phones nearby. So how can we “clean” our brain? One simple way is to practice “singletasking” instead of multitasking. Focus on only one thing at a time. For example, when you are reading a book, don't check your messages at the same time. Another way is to take a “digital break”. Spend 30 minutes a day without any screens—just sit quietly, take a walk, or listen to music. This gives your brain time to rest and organize its thoughts. Remember, a clean and organized brain works better and helps you feel happier. So, start small today. Put down your phone, take a deep breath, and give your brain the break it truly needs. 26. What does the underlined word “cluttered” in Paragraph 1 probably mean? A. Smart and quick. B. Messy and crowded. C. Empty and quiet. D. Powerful and large. 27. What happened to students who turned off their phones while studying? A. They felt more stressed. B. They finished their work faster. C. They forgot things more easily. D. They used more singletasking. 28. Which of the following is a “digital break” according to the passage? A. Playing games on the phone for an hour. B. Watching a movie on TV with family. C. Sitting in a park without using any electronic devices. D. Listening to music while checking emails. 29. What is the main purpose of the passage? A. To explain why phones are harmful to students. B. To tell us how to clean a messy room quickly. C. To introduce the idea of cognitive overload and offer solutions. D. To compare singletasking with multitasking. B My grandfather, whom I call Baba, was a fisherman. Every morning, long before the sun rose, he would walk to the sea. I often went with him, not to fish, but to watch the sky change colors over the water. Baba was a man of few words. He didn't tell stories like other grandfathers. But he taught me something more valuable through his actions. One morning, after pulling up an empty net, I felt disappointed. “Bad luck,” I said. Baba smiled and pointed to the rising sun. “Look,” he said. “The sea gives what it wishes. We cannot control it. We can only control our patience and our heart.” On another day, a big storm was coming. All the other fishermen rushed to bring in their boats. But Baba stayed calm. He tied his boat with special knots that he had learned from his father. “A good knot takes time, but it holds fast in a storm,” he explained. Years later, when I faced difficult exams and friendship problems, I remembered Baba's words. I learned to be patient when results didn't come quickly. I learned to prepare carefully for challenges instead of panicking. And most importantly, I learned that true strength is not about how loud you shout, but about how steady you remain when the storm comes. Now Baba is too old to go fishing. But every time I see the sea, I still think of him. He didn't leave me money or a house. He left me something far greater: the wisdom to face life's storms with a quiet and steady heart. 30. What did the author learn from the morning with the empty net? A. Fishing is a boring job. B. We should control our patience. C. Luck is the most important thing. D. The sea is always generous. 31. Why did Baba tie his boat with special knots during the storm? A. Because he wanted to show off his skill. B. Because he was too slow to bring the boat in. C. Because he believed a wellprepared knot is strong. D. Because he was not afraid of losing his boat. 32. What does the word “stead y” in Paragraph 5 most likely mean? A. Calm and firm. B. Loud and noisy. C. Fast and quick. D. Sad and lonely. 33. What is the best title for this passage? A. The Hard Life of a Fisherman B. How to Tie a Special Knot C. The Sea and the Storm D. Lessons from My Grandfather C In many cities around the world, you can see people riding “floating” skateboards. No, they are not magic. They are hoverboards powered by powerful magnets and new technology. While still expensive and not yet common, hoverboards are starting to change the way we think about shortdistance travel. The idea of a hoverboard became famous from the movie Back to the Future Part II in 1989. For over 30 years, scientists and engineers have been trying to make it real. The main challenge is to create a strong enough magnetic field to lift a person off the ground while keeping the machine small and safe. Recently, a company in Japan showed a working hoverboard that can fly for about 10 minutes. It uses liquidcooled engines to stay cool. The rider controls it by leaning their body. Early tests show it is stable and quite easy to learn. However, the biggest problem now is the price—about $80,000. Also, it can only be used on special surfaces that have magnets in them. Experts believe that in the future, hoverboards might replace bicycles and scooters for very short trips in special areas, like inside large factories, airports, or theme parks. They are faster and avoid traffic. But for everyday use on normal roads, we still need many more years of research and development. So, don't throw away your bicycle yet. But keep watching the sky—or rather, the ground just below your feet. The future of personal travel is floating closer than you think. 34. What made the idea of a hoverboard widely known? A. A scientific report. B. A famous movie. C. A Japanese company. D. An airport test. 35. What is the main technical challenge of making a hoverboard? A. Making it look cool. B. Keeping the rider safe from falling. C. Creating a strong magnetic field. D. Controlling it with body movement. 36. What is the biggest problem for the current working hoverboard? A. It is too heavy. B. It can only fly for 10 minutes. C. It is very expensive. D. It requires special training. 37. What can we infer from the last paragraph? A. Hoverboards will never be used on normal roads. B. Bicycles will soon disappear from the market. C. The future of hoverboards is still uncertain for daily use. D. Everyone will buy a hoverboard in the next five years. D Have you ever wondered why some people seem to learn new skills so quickly? It might be because they have a “growth mindset”. This term was created by psychologist Carol Dweck. It means believing that your abilities can improve with hard work and practice. The opposite is a “fixed mindset”, which is believing that you are either born smart or not, and there's nothing you can do to change it. People with a growth mindset see challenges as opportunities to learn. If they fail a math test, they think, “I need to study harder or find a new way to solve the problems.” People with a fixed mindset, however, might think, “I'm just not good at math.” They are more likely to give up easily because they believe failure shows a lack of natural ability. The good news is that you can change your mindset. Dweck's research shows that even small changes in the way we talk to ourselves can make a big difference. Instead of saying “I can't do this,” try saying “I can't do this yet.” That one word, “yet,” opens the door to growth. Also, praise the effort, not the intelligence. Telling a child “You worked so hard on that puzzle!” is better than saying “You are so smart!” Schools around the world are now teaching students about growth mindset. Studies show that students who learn about it often get better grades and feel less stressed about exams. They become more willing to try difficult tasks. So, next time you face something hard, remember: your brain is like a muscle. The more you use it and challenge it, the stronger it grows. 38. What is a “fixed mindset” according to the passage? A. Believing that challenges are opportunities. B. Believing that you can get smarter by working hard. C. Believing that your abilities are born and cannot change. D. Believing that praising effort is better than praising intelligence. 39. How would a person with a growth mindset probably react to failing a test? A. They would think the test was unfair. B. They would give up studying that subject. C. They would ask for an easier test next time. D. They would look for a new learning method. 40. What is the power of the word “yet” as suggested in the passage? A. It makes you sound more confident. B. It turns a fixed statement into a possibility for growth. C. It is a magic word that solves all problems. D. It helps you get praise from teachers. 41. What is the passage mainly about? A. The best ways to study for a math test. B. The difference between two mindsets and the benefits of a growth mindset. C. The life and work of psychologist Carol Dweck. D. Why some children are born smarter than others. 第二节： 阅读下面短文，从短文后所给的选项中选出能填入短文空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 Many people dream of traveling to space one day. With the rapid development of space technology, this dream might come true for more people in the future. ___42___ For example, your body will change in strange ways. Without gravity, your muscles and bones don't have to work as hard. ___43___ This is why astronauts on the International Space Station exercise for two hours every day. They use special machines to keep their bodies strong. Another change is that your height might increase slightly. ___44___ In space, the discs between the bones in your back can relax and expand. But don't get too excited. You will return to your normal height when you come back to Earth. Your sense of taste also becomes different. Many astronauts say that food tastes blander in space. ___45___ As a result, they often prefer spicy or strongly flavored foods like chili sauce or horseradish to make their meals more enjoyable. ___46___ You might feel sick at first, lose things that float away, or have trouble sleeping because the sun rises and sets every 90 minutes. So, while space travel is exciting, it also requires careful preparation and a strong body. A. So, they start to become weaker. B. Therefore, they need to eat more food. C. However, living in space is not always easy. D. This happens because there is no gravity pulling you down. E. That's because fluids in the body move upward to the head. F. Luckily, scientists are working to solve these problems. G. Because of this, they add more salt and sauces to their food. 四、词汇运用（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分） 根据短文意思和首字母提示，写出一个完整正确的单词。 Technology is changing the way we learn. With the help of AI, students can now have a more p__47__ learning plan. The AI can analyze which math problems you often get wrong and then create e__48__ just for you. It's like having a private teacher who knows your s__49__ and weaknesses. This technology is not only for math. In language learning, AI can act as a partner. You can have a conversation with it to p__50__ your speaking skills. It can even c__51__ your pronunciation and grammar immediately. This i__52__ feedback helps you correct mistakes right away. Some people worry that AI will replace human teachers. However, most e__53__ believe that AI is a tool, not a replacement. A real teacher can u__54__ your feelings and encourage you when you feel down. AI cannot do that. The best learning happens when AI helps with practice and teachers provide guidance and inspiration. In the f__55__, students will probably use a mix of both. So, next time you use a learning app, remember to also talk to your teacher and classmates. C__56__ technology and human interaction is the key to success. 五、选词填空（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分） 从方框中选择恰当的词或短语并用其正确的形式填空（每个词或短语只能用一次）。 take the lead as a result be proud of by accident look through million separate in person write down die out 57. If we don't take action to protect the pandas, they may ______ in the near future. 58. He ______ the newspaper quickly to find the sports news. 59. Many forests are being cut down. ______, the living areas of wild animals are becoming smaller. 60. It is better to talk about problems ______ than to argue on the phone. 61. Our class ______ in the school basketball match and finally won the championship. 62. The young scientist discovered the new medicine ______ while he was doing another experiment. 63. We should ______ the plastic bottles from the paper before putting them into different bins for recycling. 64. More than two ______ tourists visited the ancient town last year. 65. Before the exam, the teacher asked us to ______ our names at the top of the paper. 66. After winning the award, she said, “I ______ myself for never giving up on my dream.” 六、阅读表达（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分） 阅读下面短文，根据短文内容回答问题，每个题目的答案不超过5个单词。 Have you heard about “zerowaste” shops? They are special stores that aim to create no trash. In a zerowaste shop, you won't find any plastic packaging. Instead of buying a prepackaged bag of rice, you bring your own clean glass jar or cloth bag from home. You fill it with the amount you need from a large container. This idea is becoming more popular in China. The first zerowaste shop in Beijing opened in a small hutong in 2018. The owner, a young woman named Carrie, was inspired by her travels in Europe. She wanted to help reduce the huge amount of plastic waste in daily life. At first, customers were confused. They didn't know they had to bring their own containers. But slowly, people started to understand. Now, her shop is very popular, and similar shops have opened in Shanghai, Chengdu, and Hangzhou. Shopping this way has several benefits. It greatly reduces the use of singleuse plastics like bags and bottles. It also allows you to buy exactly the amount you need, which means less food waste at home. For example, if a recipe only needs a small amount of a special spice, you can buy just 20 grams instead of a whole bottle that might go bad. Of course, it requires a small change in habit. You need to remember to bring your containers. But many people say it becomes a natural and enjoyable routine. It feels good to know that you are helping the planet, one small jar at a time. 67. What can't you find in a zerowaste shop? 68. Where did the first zerowaste shop in China open? 69. Who was the owner of the first zerowaste shop in Beijing? 70. How does zerowaste shopping reduce food waste? 71. What do you need to remember to bring to a zerowaste shop? 七、书面表达（共1小题；满分25分） 72. 假设你是李华，你所在的社区正在创建“智慧社区 (Smart Community)”，并向居民征集关于如何让社区更智能、更便捷的建议。请你写一篇短文投稿，内容包括： (1) 描述你理想中的“智慧社区”的一个或两个特点（如：智能回收箱、共享工具站、线上学习角等）； (2) 说明这些特点如何帮助居民或改善环境； (3) 呼吁大家共同参与建设智慧社区。 注意： (1) 词数90左右，文章的开头已给出，不计入总词数； (2) 文中不得出现考生的真实姓名、校名等信息。 Smart Community for a Better Life I think a smart community can make our daily life much easier and greener. 参考答案 一、单项选择 1. B 2. D 3. C 4. B 5. B 6. B 7. C 8. C 9. B 10. D 二、完形填空 11. B 12. A 13. B 14. A 15. B 16. C 17. D 18. A 19. C 20. C 21. D 22. A 23. B 24. B 25. A 三、阅读理解 26. B 27. B 28. C 29. C 30. B 31. C 32. A 33. D 34. B 35. C 36. C 37. C 38. C 39. D 40. B 41. B 42. C 43. A 44. D 45. G 四、词汇运用 47. personal 48. exercises 49. strengths 50. practice 51. correct 52. immediate 53. experts 54. understand 55. future 56. Combining 五、选词填空 57. die out 58. looked through 59. As a result 60. in person 61. took the lead 62. by accident 63. separate 64. million 65. write down 66. am proud of 六、阅读表达 67. Plastic packaging. 68. In Beijing. 69. A young woman/Carrie. 70. Buy exact amount. 71. Your own containers. 七、书面表达 参考范文： Smart Community for a Better Life I think a smart community can make our daily life much easier and greener. In my ideal smart community, there would be smart recycling bins. These bins can tell what kind of waste you put in and give you points. You can exchange the points for small gifts like soap or notebooks. This will encourage more people to separate their trash properly. Also, a shared tool station would be very useful. Neighbors can borrow tools like hammers or drills from it instead of buying new ones. This saves money and reduces waste. Let's work together to build such a smart community. Every small action counts! 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $