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2025至2026学年第二学期高一英语期末练习 第一部分 听力(共15小题，每小题1.5分，满分22.5分) 听下面5段对话或独白，每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听下面第一段材料，回答1-3小题。 1. Where is the man from? A. China. B. The USA. C. The UK. 2. How many classes does the man have every day? A. Four. B. Five. C. Six. 3. What after-school activity does the man expect to join in? A.The art club. B.The school trip. C. The sports meeting. 听下面第二段材料，回答4-6小题。 4. What kind of music does the woman prefer? A. Rock music. B. Country music. C. Classical music. 5. Where will the concert be held? A. In a stadium. B. In an old theatre. C. At an exhibition centre. 6. Where will the woman probably go on Wednesday? A. To the rock festival. B. To the birthday party. C. To the classical concert. 听下面第三段材料，回答7-9小题。 7. What is Peter busy doing for Christmas? A. Cooking roast turkey. B. Preparing decorations. C. Inviting friends to the party. 8. Why does the woman want to join the Christmas party? A. To taste delicious food. B. To exchange gifts with others. C. To experience another culture. 9. When will the woman probably arrive at Peter’s home? A. At 6:30 p.m. B. At 7:00 p.m. C. At 7:30 p.m. 听下面第四段材料，回答10-12小题。 10. What could be the main reason for the woman to choose Tai Chi? A. It requires more energy. B. It’s quite popular nowadays. C. It’s related to Chinese culture. 11. What is the essential concept of Tai Chi? A. How to balance one’s life. B. How to use the least to achieve the most. C. How to stay away from health problems. 12. How does Tai Chi benefit the woman? A. She gets a good appetite. B. She can concentrate better. C. She becomes more energetic. 听下面第五段材料，回答13-15小题。 13. What experience in Africa impressed the man? A. Camping on the grasslands. B. Observing stars in the open air. C. Seeing animals running in the wild. 14. Which aspect of Thailand does the man find most attractive? A. Its food. B. Its people. C. Its culture. 15. What is the challenge of traveling for the man? A. The high cost. B. The long distance. C. The busy schedule. 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 Want to experience the Wild Atlantic Way alongside traditional Irish charm? Immerse yourself in Galway — the city that offers a best mix of culture, nature, and affordability for your travels. Best One-Day Tours from Galway Tour Route Highlights Estimated Cost (per person) Best For Connemara National Park Wild mountains, lakes; Kylemore Abbey (outside view free); free hiking on Diamond Hill €15 bus Hikers & nature lovers seeking natural, untouched landscapes Cliffs of Moher + Burren Representative 200-meter-high cliffs, Atlantic views, lunar-like limestone pavements €10 entry + €20 return bus First-time visitors for the classic Irish must-see spot Aran Islands (Inis Mór) Ancient stone castle (Dún Aonghasa), Irish-speaking culture, bike rental €40 ferry + €10 bike rental + €5 castle entry Adventurers wanting a unique island & Celtic heritage experience Combo: Connemara + Cliffs + Burren All-in-one express tour covering highlights of three regions in one day €70–100 guided tour Travelers with a tight schedule eager to see as much as possible *For family visits, children under 6 are free of charge. Money-Saving Tips Travel in the “Shoulder Season”： You’ll benefit from beautiful weather, fewer crowds, and lower prices on accommodation and tours in the late spring (May-June) or early autumn (September-October), compared to the peak summer months. Book flights: If you’re traveling during the off-peak seasons, experts suggest a sweet spot of about 2 to 6 months in advance. Bring Your Own Lunch: Packing a lunch is one of the simplest ways to save money. The views in the park are breathtaking, and there are plenty of spots for a scenic picnic. From wild mountains to ocean cliffs, this corner of Ireland promises beauty at every turn. So get ready to explore — a go-to Irish escape starts now. Click here for more information. 1. Which tour suits someone who enjoys hiking and wild nature? A. Connemara National Park. B. Cliffs of Moher + The Burren. C. Aran Islands (Inis Mór). D. Combo: Connemara + Cliffs + Burren. 2. How much does a couple with a 5-year-old child pay to visit Aran Islands? A. €55. B. €100. C. €110. D. €165. 3. Which is the best money-saving tip? A. Joining a guided tour. B. Ordering packed meals. C. Avoiding traveling in August. D. Buying air tickets offline. 【答案】1. A 2. C 3. C 【解析】 【导语】文章通过清晰的表格和实用建议，为游客提供戈尔韦周边一日游的路线选择、费用说明和省钱技巧。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据表格中Connemara National Park对应的“Best For”内容：“Hikers & nature lovers seeking natural, untouched landscapes (寻求自然原始景观的徒步旅行者和自然爱好者)”可知，Connemara国家公园适合喜欢徒步和野外自然的人。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。根据表格中Aran Islands (Inis Mór)的费用信息：“€40 ferry + €10 bike rental + €5 castle entry (40欧元渡轮 + 10欧元自行车租赁 + 5欧元城堡门票)”，以及表格下方的注释“For family visits, children under 6 are free of charge. (家庭出行时，6岁以下儿童免费)”可知，一对夫妇带5岁孩子的总费用为：(40+10+5)×2 = 110欧元，孩子免费。 【3题详解】 细节理解题。根据“Money-Saving Tips”中的第一条：“Travel in the ‘Shoulder Season’: You’ll benefit from beautiful weather, fewer crowds, and lower prices on accommodation and tours in the late spring (May-June) or early autumn (September-October), compared to the peak summer months. (在“平季”出行：与夏季高峰相比，晚春 (5-6月) 或初秋 (9-10月) 的天气宜人、游客较少，住宿和旅游价格更低)”可知，8月属于夏季高峰，避免在8月出行是最佳省钱攻略。 B By my early 40s, I had attempted all the hobbies meant to make me feel better about entering middle age. I had taken an improv (即兴表演) class, started learning a new language, and given yoga a second chance. Then, at the height of my despair, I decided to sign up for a ballet class. “But you’re not very flexible,” my husband gently reminded me. He wasn’t wrong. Yet I was determined to give it a try. I hadn’t expected any of it to stick. But this time, the exact same things that had made me escape the studio as a 10-year-old now brought me joy. And though I’d thought my classes to be physically demanding, I hadn’t expected that my teacher’s command to “take up more space” would change my way of being in the world. When I sighed over my lack of grace in the seemingly simple act, my teacher reminded me that ballet isn’t about perfection. Rather, it’s about striving for perfection. Slowly, I started becoming more comfortable with the body in the mirror. My posture still needs work, my jumps are never as high as they feel. But it encourages me that my body isn’t stiff and still functions well. Instead of noticing only the signs of aging, I am now amazed at what my body is capable of. As for the imperfections? They’re part of being alive. Eight years into my ballet classes, I’m what you would call a lifelong advanced beginner. At the age of 50, I am finally a ballerina, though not the kind that anybody would pay to see on stage. I kept on dancing. Because when I do my daily ballet class, I focus on my breathing and move my body in ways that always challenge me and remind me of everything that is possible. 4. Why did the author finally attend the ballet class? A. To follow the fashion. B. To lift her spirits up. C. To keep a slim figure. D. To seek like-minded friends. 5. What was the author’s dancing experience like? A. Tough but rewarding. B. Challenging and fruitless. C. Demanding but heartwarming. D. Comforting and enjoyable. 6. What encourages the author to persist in dancing according to paragraph 3? A. Her perfect movements. B. The teacher’s strictness. C. The focus on being alive. D. Her still flexible condition. 7. What message does the passage want to express? A. Better late than never. B. Better to strive than to arrive. C. Practice makes perfect. D. Where there’s a will, there’s a way. 【答案】4. B 5. A 6. C 7. B 【解析】 【导语】文章主要讲述了作者人到中年陷入低落，尝试多种爱好无果后学习芭蕾，在练习中接纳自身不完美，领悟芭蕾重在追逐完美而非达成完美的人生感悟。 【4题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段“Then, at the height of my despair, I decided to sign up for a ballet class.(就在我陷入极度低落时，我决定报名芭蕾课。)”可知，作者报名芭蕾课是为了提振低落的心情。 【5题详解】 推理判断题。根据第二段“And though I’d thought my classes to be physically demanding, I hadn’t expected that my teacher’s command to ‘take up more space’ would change my way of being in the world.(虽然我早料到芭蕾课对体能消耗很大，却万万没想到老师那句‘大胆舒展、放开自己’的叮嘱，会彻底改变我看待生活、立身于世的心态。)”以及第三段“Slowly, I started becoming more comfortable with the body in the mirror.(慢慢地，我开始坦然接纳镜子里自己的身体。)”、“Instead of noticing only the signs of aging, I am now amazed at what my body is capable of.(从前我只会盯着身上衰老的痕迹暗自难过，如今却惊叹于自己身体蕴藏的无限潜能。)”可知，练习芭蕾过程十分艰难，但这段经历收获满满。 【6题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段“Instead of noticing only the signs of aging, I am now amazed at what my body is capable of. As for the imperfections? They’re part of being alive.(从前我只会留意身上衰老的痕迹，如今却惊叹于身体蕴藏的力量。至于那些不完美？那正是鲜活活着的证明。)”可知，作者不再纠结衰老与动作缺陷，懂得接纳不完美、珍视鲜活的生命本身，这份对“活着”的感悟支撑她坚持跳舞。 【7题详解】 主旨大意题。根据第二段“When I sighed over my lack of grace in the seemingly simple act, my teacher reminded me that ballet isn’t about perfection. Rather, it’s about striving for perfection.(每当我因为连看似简单的动作都做得毫无优雅可言而叹气时，老师都会开导我：芭蕾追求的从来不是完美无瑕的结果，而是拼尽全力奔赴完美的过程。)”以及最后一段“Because when I do my daily ballet class, I focus on my breathing and move my body in ways that always challenge me and remind me of everything that is possible.(因为每日练习芭蕾时，我专注调整呼吸，用充满挑战的方式舒展身体，这时刻提醒我：世间万事皆有实现的可能。)”可知，全文围绕不必执着完美结果、享受努力过程展开，即：旅途之美，远胜终点。 C Across the U.S., teenagers fed up with inaction on climate change are making their voices heard by leading a movement to green their schools. Upgrades like solar panels, LED lighting, and rainwater collection systems, are designed to reduce carbon footprint, cut costs, and turn campuses into living laboratories for environmental education. Ila Coleman, 17, from Grant High School in Portland, first participated after learning her school spent $32,000 annually on electricity. “That money could be used for textbooks, lab equipment, or teacher salaries,” she said. Coleman and her classmates formed the Green Grant Club and presented energy-saving proposals to their school board. Thankfully, their efforts paid off. The school’s energy bills dropped by 35%, and carbon emissions fell by 28%. The club now leads monthly workshops on recycling and climate science, and even teams up with local environmental groups to plant trees on campus. Students used to ask, “What can one do about climate change?” Now they’re seeing positive results from their own actions. The movement is becoming popular. In Austin, Texas, a group of middle schoolers successfully pushed for solar-powered charging stations in their cafeteria. “The passion and creativity of these young activists are remarkable,” said environmental scientist Dr. Lena Torres. “Schools are ideal places for climate action. When students see solar panels on their roof or learn how to track energy use, they’re more likely to adopt green habits at home.” Despite some challenges like funding and concerns about upfront costs, students have found creative solutions in the community: organizing fundraising events and partnering with local businesses for donations. Their efforts have not gone unnoticed, with some states now funding to support green changes. For the teen activists, the work is personal. “We’re the ones who will inherit this planet,” said Rivera. “We can’t wait for adults to fix it. We have to start now! All it takes is courage to speak up and work together.” For these young climate leaders, the classroom isn’t just a place to learn — it’s a perfect place to lead change. 8. Why was the Green Grant Club set up? A. To improve the rainwater collection systems. B. To meet the expectations of the school board. C. To update lab devices for scientific experiments. D. To promote an environmentally friendly campus. 9. What does the author illustrate by mentioning the students in Austin? A. The role of the school. B. The future path. C. The united efforts nationwide. D. The popularity of the movement. 10. In what way did the community support the teens’ work? A. Offering government funding. B. Advertising their changes. C. Making charitable contributions. D. Holding business workshops. 11. How did Rivera think of their movement? A. It keeps the planet as it is. B. It shows no pains, no gains. C. It takes courage and teamwork. D. It contributes to classroom learning. 【答案】8. D 9. D 10. C 11. C 【解析】 【导语】文章主要介绍了美国青少年通过发起校园绿色环保运动来应对气候变化的故事。 【8题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段“Across the U.S., teenagers fed up with inaction on climate change are making their voices heard by leading a movement to green their schools. Upgrades like solar panels, LED lighting, and rainwater collection systems, are designed to reduce carbon footprint, cut costs, and turn campuses into living laboratories for environmental education.(在美国各地，对气候变化行动不力感到厌倦的青少年们正在通过发起一场绿化校园的运动来发出自己的声音。太阳能电池板、LED照明和雨水收集系统等升级改造，旨在减少碳足迹、降低成本，并将校园变成环境教育的活实验室)”和第二段中“Coleman and her classmates formed the Green Grant Club and presented energy-saving proposals to their school board. Thankfully, their efforts paid off. The school’s energy bills dropped by 35%, and carbon emissions fell by 28%.(Coleman和她的同学们成立了“绿色格兰特俱乐部”，并向学校董事会提交了节能提案。值得庆幸的是，他们的努力得到了回报。学校的能源账单下降了35%，碳排放减少了28%)”可知，成立该俱乐部是为了削减学校能源账单，减少碳排放，推广环保校园。 【9题详解】 推理判断题。根据第四段中“The movement is becoming popular. In Austin, Texas, a group of middle schoolers successfully pushed for solar-powered charging stations in their cafeteria. (这项运动正变得越来越受欢迎。在德克萨斯州奥斯汀，一群中学生成功推动了在食堂安装太阳能充电站)”可知，作者提到奥斯汀的学生是为了说明这项运动的普及程度。 【10题详解】 细节理解题。根据第五段中“Despite some challenges like funding and concerns about upfront costs, students have found creative solutions in the community: organizing fundraising events and partnering with local businesses for donations. (尽管面临资金和前期成本担忧等一些挑战，学生们还是在社区中找到了创造性的解决方案：组织筹款活动，并与当地企业合作寻求捐赠)”可知，社区通过慈善捐赠来支持学生们的工作。 【11题详解】 细节理解题。根据最后一段中Rivera的话“All it takes is courage to speak up and work together. (所需要的只是敢于发声和团结合作的勇气)”可知，Rivera认为他们的运动需要勇气和团队合作。 D Imagine a person who has lost their sight being able to see again. Sounds like science fiction, right? But Neuralink, Elon Musk’s company, whose mission is to connect the human brain with computers, plans to implant tiny chips in the brain to help treat various conditions, including paralysis, hearing loss, and now, blindness. The goal? To help blind people see. The new device, Blindsight, specifically intended for people who have completely lost their sight, is creative. Rather than curing eye diseases directly, the small, implantable chip that “sees” the world around it like a camera, connects directly to the part of the brain that controls movement or receives sensory information. Using sensors, chips and special software, it sends signals straight to the brain, allowing a person to sense the world in a new way. As a result, the person receives “digital vision”. It won’t be the same as natural sight, but it may allow the user to sense light, movement, shapes, and even, potentially, faces. Over time, the brain might learn to interpret these signals more effectively, like learning a new language. But there is still a long way to go. First, the company needs to ensure the technology is safe and truly works. Plus, any brain surgery carries risks. While Neuralink uses a specialized robot to perform the operation with surprising accuracy (精确性), potential risks can’t be removed. Other important questions like “What happens if the chip breaks?” “Are we ready to connect our thoughts to machines?” are what the upcoming research will aim to answer. And there’s still room for significant improvements, including the ability to see in different wavelengths. Despite the concerns, Blindsight is a major leap forward for the future of technology. If successful, brain implants could help with many other conditions, like memory loss, depression, or even enhancing learning. The journey to turn this science fiction into a safe, functional reality is only just the beginning. 12. What is paragraph 2 mainly about? A. The working principle of the device. B. The advantages of the invention. C. The composition of the equipment. D. The importance of the tiny chip. 13. What may the underlined phrase “digital vision” in paragraph 3 refer to? A. A natural ability to see in the dark. B. An operation for curing eye diseases. C. A software used to record visual memories. D. A sight formed by brain-interpreted signals. 14. What is stopping Blindsight from being sold? A. Poor image quality. B. Unconfirmed safety. C. Disconnected network. D. Occasional breakdown. 15. Which of the following can be the best title for the passage? A. Blindsight: An End to Memory Loss B. A Tiny Chip: A Blessing for the Blind C. Digital Technology: Turning Sci-Fi Into Reality D. The Future of AI: Connecting Thoughts to Machines 【答案】12. A 13. D 14. B 15. B 【解析】 【导语】本文介绍了埃隆·马斯克旗下Neuralink公司研发的盲视设备Blindsight，介绍了其工作原理、现存安全问题与改进空间，以及该技术的发展潜力与未来前景。 【12题详解】 主旨大意题。根据第二段“Using sensors, chips and special software, it sends signals straight to the brain, allowing a person to sense the world in a new way.(它利用传感器、芯片和特殊软件，直接向大脑发送信号，让人们以新的方式感知世界)”可知，第二段介绍了这款芯片设备的运作方式与工作原理。 【13题详解】 词句猜测题。根据第三段“It won’t be the same as natural sight, but it may allow the user to sense light, movement, shapes, and even, potentially, faces. Over time, the brain might learn to interpret these signals more effectively, like learning a new language.(它不会像自然视觉那样，但或许能让使用者感知光线、运动、形状，甚至可能识别出人脸。随着时间推移，大脑可能会学会更有效地解读这些信号，就像学习一门新语言一样)”以及前文芯片向大脑传输视觉信号的原理可知，“digital vision”是大脑解读电子信号后形成的全新视觉。 【14题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段“First, the company needs to ensure the technology is safe and truly works.(首先，该公司需要确保这项技术安全且切实有效)”可知，技术安全性尚未得到确认，存在手术风险，是该设备无法上市售卖的主要原因。 【15题详解】 主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是第一段中的“But Neuralink, Elon Musk’s company, whose mission is to connect the human brain with computers, plans to implant tiny chips in the brain to help treat various conditions, including paralysis, hearing loss, and now, blindness. The goal? To help blind people see.(埃隆・马斯克旗下的 Neuralink 公司旨在连接人脑与计算机，计划向大脑植入微型芯片治疗多种病症，如今包含失明，其目标是帮助盲人重获视觉。)”可知，文章围绕微型脑芯片 Blindsight 展开，介绍它能为盲人带来视觉感知，所以“A Tiny Chip: A Blessing for the Blind(微型芯片：盲人的福音)”能够完整概括全文核心，适合作为最佳标题。 第二节 (共5小题;每小题2.5分，满分12.5分) 阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 Your brain works hard all day, even actively while you sleep. To keep it functioning well and protect your memory as you age, giving it the right fuel matters more than you might think. ____16____ Fatty Fish About 60 percent of your brain is made of fat. Fatty fish like salmon and sardines provide healthy fats that help build and maintain brain cells. ____17____ Studies show that people who eat fatty fish regularly have a lower risk of memory loss as they age. Leafy Greens and Berries Vegetables like spinach and kale are full of nutrients that protect brain cells from damage. One study found that people who ate leafy greens daily had memory skills equal to those 11 years younger. ____18____ Their bright colors come from plant compounds that improve blood flow to the brain and reduce inflammation. Whole Grains and Nuts Whole grains such as oats and brown rice give your brain a steady supply of energy. Nuts like walnuts and almonds are rich in healthy fats and vitamin E, both of which help protect brain cells. Eggs Eggs, especially the yolks, are an excellent source of choline (胆碱), a nutrient that helps with memory and communication between brain cells. ____19____ It’s also an easy and affordable way to support your brain health. ____20____ Add fatty fish twice a week, a serving of leafy greens every day, and some nuts or berries as snacks. Your brain will thank you for years to come. A. Berries offer similar benefits in a sweeter form. B. Eating one a day is a simple way to get this important nutrient. C. Small, consistent changes to your diet can make a big difference. D. They are especially rich in a type of healthy fat known as DHA. E. Focus on adding more of these brain-friendly foods to your meals. F. This is why fatty fish is considered one of the best foods for your brain. G. Experts agree that the following certain foods can really help keep your mind sharp. 【答案】16. G 17. D 18. A 19. B 20. E 【解析】 【导语】本文介绍多种有益于大脑、保护记忆力的食物，分别阐述高脂鱼类、绿叶蔬菜、浆果、全谷物、坚果以及鸡蛋对大脑的益处，并给出日常饮食的实操建议。 【16题详解】 上文“To keep it functioning well and protect your memory as you age, giving it the right fuel matters more than you might think.(随着年龄增长，为了让大脑良好运转、保护你的记忆力，为其提供合适的营养比你想象的更重要。)”点明饮食对大脑的重要性。选项G“Experts agree that the following certain foods can really help keep your mind sharp.(专家们一致认为，以下这些食物确实有助于保持头脑敏锐。)”承上启下，引出下文各类健脑食物的介绍。 【17题详解】 上文“Fatty fish like salmon and sardines provide healthy fats that help build and maintain brain cells.(三文鱼、沙丁鱼等高脂鱼类提供有助于构建和维护脑细胞的健康脂肪。)”介绍鱼类富含有益脂肪。选项D“They are especially rich in a type of healthy fat known as DHA.(它们尤其富含一种名为DHA的健康脂肪。)”代词They指代前文fatty fish，进一步细化鱼类所含脂肪种类。 【18题详解】 本段标题“Leafy Greens and Berries(绿叶蔬菜和浆果)”为两种食物，上文只介绍了绿叶蔬菜的好处。选项A“Berries offer similar benefits in a sweeter form.(浆果以甜度更高的形式提供类似的益处。)”自然过渡到浆果，后文“Their bright colors come from plant compounds that improve blood flow to the brain and reduce inflammation.(它们鲜艳的颜色源自能够改善脑部血液流动、减轻炎症的植物化合物。)”中的 Their 指代浆果，前后对应。 【19题详解】 上文“Eggs, especially the yolks, are an excellent source of choline (胆碱), a nutrient that helps with memory and communication between brain cells.(鸡蛋，尤其是蛋黄，是胆碱的优质来源，胆碱是一种助力记忆和脑细胞间交流的营养物质。)”引出关键营养胆碱。选项B“Eating one a day is a simple way to get this important nutrient.(每天吃一个鸡蛋是获取这种重要营养物质的简单方式。)”中this important nutrient指代胆碱，衔接紧密。 【20题详解】 后文“Add fatty fish twice a week, a serving of leafy greens every day, and some nuts or berries as snacks.(每周添加两次高脂鱼类、每天食用一份绿叶蔬菜、搭配一些坚果或浆果作为零食。)”给出具体饮食添加方案。选项E“Focus on adding more of these brain-friendly foods to your meals.(侧重在你的膳食中添加更多这类有益大脑的食物。)”总领本段，引出后文实操建议。 第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分52.5分) 第一节(共15小题;每小题1.5分，满分22.5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。 Zahara woke excited on the morning of her seventh birthday. She had a dream of getting a bicycle — a red one, swift as the wind. When she ran downstairs and saw the large box with a ribbon on top, her heart ____21____. Inside was the ____22____ bike she could imagine. She named it “Comet” on the spot. That afternoon, Zahara rode Comet to the school carnival with her best friends Lily and Chloe. When they saw an outdoor ____23____ selling personalized bike license plates (车牌), the three girls hurried over. Lily and Chloe ____24____ found their names, but Zahara couldn’t find hers. She asked the attendant, “Are there any more plates in the back?” The man shook his head with his eyes ____25____ to the newspaper. “Please, could you check?” Zahara begged, her voice full of ____26____. The man looked up and sighed. “What’s the name?” “Zahara,” she said. He frowned with a blank look. “____27____ it.” As she said the letter “Z-A-H-A-R-A”, Zac, a boy from the grade above, laughed and called out, “Of course they don’t have it. It’s not even a real name!” Zahara’s cheeks burned, and she ran away in ____28____. The moment she got home, Zahara burst out, “I ____29____ being called Zahara!” The joy of owning Comet had ____30____. Her mother came closer and said gently, “Your name is like a poem. Show them how beautiful it is.” Slowly, Zahara lifted her head. An idea ____31____ — to make a plate of her own. She grabbed brushes and glue. Afternoon sunlight streamed across the table as she worked. At last, her ____32____ plate lay before her. The next morning, Zahara rode to school with her unique ____33____. People smiled and whispered in admiration. When Zac saw it, his face turned red. He came over to apologize. Zahara only smiled. “Zahara is a(an) ____34____ name,” she said. “Wide as the desert, clear as a gem.” She had finally learned a lesson about ____35____. 21. A. ached B. raced C. settled D. softened 22. A. expensive B. funny C. perfect D. creative 23. A. shop B. studio C. market D. stand 24. A. carefully B. finally C. quickly D. skillfully 25. A. pointed B. rolled C. widened D. glued 26. A. care B. concern C. happiness D. hope 27. A. Spell B. Write C. Read D. List 28. A. surprise B. fear C. shame D. despair 29. A. hated B. avoided C. minded D. regretted 30. A. returned B. faded C. danced D. spread 31. A. struck B. spread C. worked D. failed 32. A. famous B. fancy C. fashionable D. handmade 33. A. sign B. plate C. gift D. mark 34. A. legendary B. beautiful C. common D. original 35. A. self-respect B. self-independence C. self-acceptance D. self-care 【答案】21. B 22. C 23. D 24. C 25. D 26. D 27. A 28. C 29. A 30. B 31. A 32. D 33. B 34. B 35. C 【解析】 【导语】文章讲述Zahara七岁生日时得到了梦寐以求的自行车，却在定制车牌时因名字罕见而遭嘲笑。在母亲鼓励下，她亲手制作了专属车牌，最终学会了自我接纳。 【21题详解】 考查动词。句意：当她跑下楼，看到那个上面系着丝带的大盒子时，她的心跳加速了。A. ached疼痛；B. raced加速跳动；C. settled定居；D. softened软化。根据上文“Zahara woke excited on the morning of her seventh birthday.”和“saw the large box with a ribbon on top”可知，生日当天收到梦想的礼物，很激动，心跳“加速”。 【22题详解】 考查形容词。句意：里面是她能想象到的最完美的自行车。A. expensive昂贵的；B. funny有趣的；C. perfect完美的；D. creative有创意的。根据上文“She had a dream of getting a bicycle — a red one, swift as the wind”以及她兴奋的心情可知，这是她心中的“完美”礼物。 【23题详解】 考查名词。句意：当他们看到一个出售个性化自行车牌照的户外摊位时，三个女孩赶紧跑了过去。A. shop商店；B. studio工作室；C. market市场；D. stand摊位。根据上文“outdoor”和下文“selling personalized bike license plates”可推知，这是一个户外“摊位”。 【24题详解】 考查副词。句意：Lily和Chloe很快找到了她们的名字，但Zahara找不到她的。A. carefully仔细地；B. finally最终；C. quickly很快地；D. skillfully熟练地。与下文“but Zahara couldn’t find hers”形成对比，说明Lily和Chloe“很快”找到了自己的名字。 【25题详解】 考查动词。句意：男人摇了摇头，眼睛紧盯着报纸。A. pointed指向；B. rolled滚动；C. widened睁大；D. glued粘住，盯着。根据上文“The man shook his head”和下文“The man looked up and sighed.”可知，男人并不热心，所以他眼睛一直盯着报纸,后面才抬起头来；glued to...“全神贯注看着某物”。 【26题详解】 考查名词。句意：Zahara恳求道，声音里充满了希望。A. care关心；B. concern担忧；C. happiness快乐；D. hope希望。根据上文“Please, could you check?”以及她渴望找到自己名字的心情可知，声音里充满“希望”。 【27题详解】 考查动词。句意：“拼写一下。”A. Spell用字母拼，拼出；B. Write写；C. Read读；D. List列出。根据下文“As she said the letter “Z-A-H-A-R-A””可知，男人让她“拼出”名字。 【28题详解】 考查名词。句意：Zahara脸颊发烫，羞愧地跑开了。A. surprise惊讶；B. fear恐惧；C. shame羞愧；D. despair绝望。根据上文男孩嘲笑她的名字“not even a real name”可推知，她感到“羞愧”。 【29题详解】 考查动词。句意：她一回到家，就爆发了：“我讨厌叫Zahara！”A. hated讨厌；B. avoided避免；C. minded介意；D. regretted后悔。根据上文“a boy from the grade above, laughed and called out, “Of course they don’t have it. It’s not even a real name!””可知，她的名字遭到嘲笑，所以她“讨厌”这个名字。 【30题详解】 考查动词。句意：拥有Comet的喜悦已经消退了。A. returned返回；B. faded消退；C. danced跳舞；D. spread传播。根据上文“The moment she got home, Zahara burst out, “I  being called Zahara!””可知，因为名字被嘲笑，Zahara情绪低落，拥有自行车的喜悦也“消退”了。 【31题详解】 考查动词。句意：一个想法闪过她的脑海——自己做一个车牌。A. struck突然想到，一下子想起；B. spread传播；C. worked起作用；D. failed失败。根据下文“to make a plate of her own”可知，一个想法闪过她的脑海；an idea strikes sb.意为“某人突然想到一个主意”。 【32题详解】 考查形容词。句意：最后，她亲手制作的车牌展现在她面前。A. famous著名的；B. fancy花哨的；C. fashionable时尚的；D. handmade手工制作的。根据上文“to make a plate of her own”和“She grabbed brushes and glue. Afternoon sunlight streamed across the table as she worked.”可知，这是她自己“手工制作的”车牌。 【33题详解】 考查名词。句意：第二天早上，Zahara骑着自行车去上学，车上挂着她独特的车牌。A. sign标志；B. plate车牌；C. gift礼物；D. mark记号。根据上文“She grabbed brushes and glue. Afternoon sunlight streamed across the table as she worked. At last, her  plate lay before her.”可知，她制作了自己的车牌，所以她带着“车牌”去上学。 【34题详解】 考查形容词。句意：“Zahara是一个美丽的名字，”她说。A. legendary传奇的；B. beautiful美丽的；C. common普通的；D. original原创的。根据下文“Wide as the desert, clear as a gem”可知， Zahara是“美丽的”名字。 【35题详解】 考查名词。句意：她终于学会了关于自我接纳的一课。A. self-respect自尊；B. self-independence自立；C. self-acceptance自我接纳；D. self-care自我照顾。根据前文“I being called Zahara!”可知，讨厌自己的名字，结合前文的“Zahara is a(an)  name”可知，接受并赞美它，由此可知，Zahara学会了“自我接纳”。 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。 Cultural exchange knows no boundaries. Last month, a classic Pingtan piece ____36____ (call) Wuxi Ballads: Portraits of Watertown, was staged in Abuja, the capital of Nigeria, to a diverse crowd of officials, artists and students. They gathered in the morning ____37____ (taste) this unique form of Chinese art treasure. With its origin in Suzhou, Pingtan is ____38____ (typical) performed in tea houses and features storytelling through reciting, singing, acting, and playing Chinese string instruments. With ____39____ perfect combination of narrative power, poetic beauty and musical melody, it ____40____ (attract) audiences at home for centuries and is now making its way to the global stage. “We believe that cultural exchange of this kind can deepen the ____41____ (friend) feelings between the people of China and Nigeria,” said Yang Jianxing, Cultural Counselor at the Chinese Embassy in Nigeria. Raphael Oraelumo from the Ministry of Art and Culture noted, “Pingtan ____42____ (represent) one of the oldest ways of communicating important messages in different societies.” He praised China ____43____ being fully devoted to cultural preservation and added that Nigeria would play a ____44____ (great) role in this regard than before. Beyond entertainment, traditional Chinese art has now become a significant means by ____45____ China builds a closer bond with the world. 【答案】36. called 37. to taste 38. typically 39. a 40. has attracted 41. friendly 42. represents 43. for 44. greater 45. which 【解析】 【导语】文章介绍了中国评弹艺术在尼日利亚首都阿布贾的演出，展现了这一传统艺术形式在促进中尼文化交流中的重要作用。 【36题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：上个月，一部名为《无锡谣·水乡画卷》的经典评弹作品在尼日利亚首都阿布贾上演，观众包括官员、艺术家和学生等各界人士。此处作后置定语，call(叫做)用非谓语形式，与其逻辑主语a classic Pingtan piece之间是被动关系，用过去分词called表被动。 【37题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：他们早上聚集在一起，品尝这种独特的中国艺术瑰宝。此处表示聚集的目的，应用不定式to taste作目的状语。 【38题详解】 考查副词。句意：评弹起源于苏州，通常在茶馆演出，以说、噱、弹、唱为主要表演形式，通过叙述、演唱、表演和弹奏中国弦乐器来讲述故事。提示词typical(典型的)在句中修饰动词is performed，应用副词形式typically(通常地)作状语。 【39题详解】 考查冠词。句意：凭借叙事力量、诗意美感和音乐旋律的完美结合，评弹几个世纪以来吸引了国内观众，如今正走向世界舞台。combination为可数名词单数，此处表示“一种完美的结合”，泛指，且perfect发音以辅音音素开头，应用不定冠词a修饰。 【40题详解】 考查时态和主谓一致。句意：凭借叙事力量、诗意美感和音乐旋律的完美结合，评弹几个世纪以来吸引了国内观众，如今正走向世界舞台。attract(吸引)是谓语动词，与主语it之间是主动关系；结合时间状语for centuries可知，动作从过去持续到现在，应用现在完成时；主语为第三人称单数代词，谓语用单数形式has attracted。 【41题详解】 考查形容词。句意：“我们相信这种文化交流可以加深中尼两国人民之间的友好感情，”中国驻尼日利亚大使馆文化参赞杨建兴说。提示词friend(朋友)在句中修饰名词feelings，应用形容词形式friendly(友好的)作定语。 【42题详解】 考查时态和主谓一致。句意：评弹代表了不同社会中传递重要信息的最古老方式之一。represent(代表)是谓语动词，与主语Pingtan之间是主动关系；句子描述客观事实，应用一般现在时态，主语是专有名词，谓语用单数形式represents。 【43题详解】 考查介词。句意：他称赞中国全力致力于文化保护，并补充说，尼日利亚在这方面将发挥比以前更大的作用。praise sb. for doing sth.为固定搭配，意为“因某事赞扬某人”。 【44题详解】 考查形容词比较级。句意：他称赞中国全力致力于文化保护，并补充说，尼日利亚在这方面将发挥比以前更大的作用。句中含有than before，表示比较关系，应用great的比较级greater，作定语。 【45题详解】 考查定语从句。句意：除了娱乐功能，中国传统艺术如今已成为中国与世界建立更紧密联系的重要方式。此处为“介词+关系代词”引导的定语从句，修饰先行词means，指物，关系词作介词by的宾语，应用关系代词which引导该从句。 第三节 (共10小题;每小题1.5分，满分15分) 请选择单词并用其正确的形式填入空白处，使句意完整通顺。(每个单词只使用一次，有一个选项是多余的) range figure occur admit original impact aware belong respond measure convenient 46. A strange thought ________ to me — maybe the cat was hiding the key all the time. 47. It is my honor to share a story of how friends had a great ________ on my life. 48. The accident made the rich businessman ________ that nothing was more precious than life. 49. Amazingly, the Ping Pong player ________ to the questions in fluent English in the interview after the match. 50. The latest ________ show that a large percentage of leisure time is spent watching videos. 51. The story was ________ written in French, but later translated into many other languages. 52. The cultural relic, once ________ to a big family, was donated to the local museum in the 1980s. 53. It is ________ for tourists to look up new words using a translation app. 54. A smartwatch can ________ your heart rate while you are exercising. 55. The principal had the exchange student ________ into the advanced English class without hesitation. 【答案】46. occurred 47. impact 48. aware 49. responded 50. figures 51. originally 52. belonging 53. convenient 54. measure 55. admitted 【解析】 【46题详解】 考查动词时态。句意：一个奇怪的念头浮现在我脑海——或许那只猫一直藏着钥匙。根据“A strange thought”以及句意“浮现，产生”可知单词为动词occur，固定搭配occur to sb表示“某人突然想到……”，句子描述过去发生的事件，空处用occur的过去式occurred。 【47题详解】 考查名词。句意：我很荣幸分享一个故事，讲述朋友们对我的人生产生了巨大影响。根据“friends had a great”、“on”以及“影响”可知单词为名词impact，have a(n)... impact on... 是固定短语，表示“对……产生……的影响”。 【48题详解】 考查形容词。句意：这场事故让这位富商意识到，没有什么比生命更珍贵。根据“The accident”、“nothing was more precious than life”以及句意“意识到”可知单词为形容词aware，“make sb. aware that”是常用结构，表示“使某人意识到”，此处为形容词作宾语补足语。 【49题详解】 考查动词时态。句意：令人惊叹的是，这位乒乓球运动员赛后采访中用流利英语回答了各类问题。根据“to the questions”以及句意“回应，作答”可知单词为动词respond，respond to是固定短语，意为“对……做出回答”，句子描述的是过去的事实，用一般过去时，动词用过去式responded。 【50题详解】 考查名词。句意：最新数据显示，人们大部分闲暇时间都用来看视频。根据“show that a large percentage”以及句意“数据”可知单词为名词figure，句中谓语动词show为原形，名词用复数形式figures，在句中作主语。 【51题详解】 考查副词。句意：这个故事最初是用法语写的，后来被翻译成多种语言。根据“later translated”以及句意“最初”可知单词为形容词original，此处修饰动词written，需变为副词originally。 【52题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：这件文物曾属于一个大家族，在20世纪80年代被捐赠给当地博物馆。根据“to a big family, was donated”以及句意“属于”可知单词为belong，belong to是固定短语，表示“属于”，句中已有谓语was donated，空处应填非谓语形式，名词短语The cultural relic与belong to为主动关系，应用现在分词belonging作后置定语。 【53题详解】 考查形容词。句意：游客使用翻译软件查生词十分方便。根据“look up new words using a translation app”以及句意“方便的”可知单词为形容词convenient，在句中作表语，It is + 形容词 + (for sb.) to do sth.是固定句型，表示“（对于某人来说）做某事是……”。 【54题详解】 考查动词。句意：运动时智能手表可以测量你的心率。根据“heart rate”以及句意“测量”可知单词为动词measure，情态动词can后接动词原形。 【55题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：校长毫不犹豫地让这名交换生获准进入高级英语班。根据“The principal”、“the advanced English class”以及句意“获准进入”可知单词为动词admit，“have sb. done”是固定结构，表示“让某人被……”，且be admitted into是固定短语，意为“被录取，获准进入”，此处用过去分词admitted作宾语补足语。 第四部分 写作(满分25分) 56. 假定你是李华，请你根据图片内容，给你的英国笔友Anna写一封邮件，向她介绍你们班的Han Meimei同学并说明她当选“校园最美学生”的理由。 注意：1.词数120左右；2.可以适当增加细节，使行文连贯。 Dear Anna, How is everything going? ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 【答案】Dear Anna, How is everything going? I’m writing to share some good news with you. My classmate Han Meimei has just been elected “the Most Beautiful Student” in our school, and she definitely deserves it. Han Meimei is not only academically excellent but also always ready to help others. Last semester, she spent two hours every weekend tutoring our classmates who fell behind in their studies. She also volunteers at the local community center every month, helping elderly people with housework and chatting with them to cheer them up. What impresses me most is her positive attitude towards life. No matter how difficult the situation is, she never gives up and always tries her best to find solutions. Her optimism and kindness have influenced everyone around her. I’m really proud of her and hope you can get to know her one day. Yours, Li Hua 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达要求考生根据图片内容给英国笔友Anna写一封邮件，向她介绍班里的Han Meimei同学并说明她当选“校园最美学生”的理由。 【详解】1. 词汇积累： 肯定地：definitely→doubtlessly 解决方案：solution→resolution 影响：influence→affect 使振奋：cheer sb up→lift one's spirit 2. 句式拓展 简单句变复合句 原句：She also volunteers at the local community center every month, helping elderly people with housework and chatting with them to cheer them up. 拓展句：She also volunteers at the local community center every month, where she helps elderly people with housework and chats with them to cheer them up. 【点睛】【高分句型1】Last semester, she spent two hours every weekend tutoring our classmates who fell behind in their studies.（运用了who引导的定语从句） 【高分句型2】What impresses me most is her positive attitude towards life.（运用了what引导的主语从句） 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 2025至2026学年第二学期高一英语期末练习 第一部分 听力(共15小题，每小题1.5分，满分22.5分) 听下面5段对话或独白，每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听下面第一段材料，回答1-3小题。 1. Where is the man from? A. China. B. The USA. C. The UK. 2. How many classes does the man have every day? A. Four. B. Five. C. Six. 3. What after-school activity does the man expect to join in? A.The art club. B.The school trip. C. The sports meeting. 听下面第二段材料，回答4-6小题。 4. What kind of music does the woman prefer? A. Rock music. B. Country music. C. Classical music. 5. Where will the concert be held? A. In a stadium. B. In an old theatre. C. At an exhibition centre. 6. Where will the woman probably go on Wednesday? A. To the rock festival. B. To the birthday party. C. To the classical concert. 听下面第三段材料，回答7-9小题。 7. What is Peter busy doing for Christmas? A. Cooking roast turkey. B. Preparing decorations. C. Inviting friends to the party. 8. Why does the woman want to join the Christmas party? A. To taste delicious food. B. To exchange gifts with others. C. To experience another culture. 9. When will the woman probably arrive at Peter’s home? A. At 6:30 p.m. B. At 7:00 p.m. C. At 7:30 p.m. 听下面第四段材料，回答10-12小题。 10. What could be the main reason for the woman to choose Tai Chi? A. It requires more energy. B. It’s quite popular nowadays. C. It’s related to Chinese culture. 11. What is the essential concept of Tai Chi? A. How to balance one’s life. B. How to use the least to achieve the most. C. How to stay away from health problems. 12. How does Tai Chi benefit the woman? A. She gets a good appetite. B. She can concentrate better. C. She becomes more energetic. 听下面第五段材料，回答13-15小题。 13. What experience in Africa impressed the man? A. Camping on the grasslands. B. Observing stars in the open air. C. Seeing animals running in the wild. 14. Which aspect of Thailand does the man find most attractive? A. Its food. B. Its people. C. Its culture. 15. What is the challenge of traveling for the man? A. The high cost. B. The long distance. C. The busy schedule. 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 Want to experience the Wild Atlantic Way alongside traditional Irish charm? Immerse yourself in Galway — the city that offers a best mix of culture, nature, and affordability for your travels. Best One-Day Tours from Galway Tour Route Highlights Estimated Cost (per person) Best For Connemara National Park Wild mountains, lakes; Kylemore Abbey (outside view free); free hiking on Diamond Hill €15 bus Hikers & nature lovers seeking natural, untouched landscapes Cliffs of Moher + Burren Representative 200-meter-high cliffs, Atlantic views, lunar-like limestone pavements €10 entry + €20 return bus First-time visitors for the classic Irish must-see spot Aran Islands (Inis Mór) Ancient stone castle (Dún Aonghasa), Irish-speaking culture, bike rental €40 ferry + €10 bike rental + €5 castle entry Adventurers wanting a unique island & Celtic heritage experience Combo: Connemara + Cliffs + Burren All-in-one express tour covering highlights of three regions in one day €70–100 guided tour Travelers with a tight schedule eager to see as much as possible *For family visits, children under 6 are free of charge. Money-Saving Tips Travel in the “Shoulder Season”： You’ll benefit from beautiful weather, fewer crowds, and lower prices on accommodation and tours in the late spring (May-June) or early autumn (September-October), compared to the peak summer months. Book flights: If you’re traveling during the off-peak seasons, experts suggest a sweet spot of about 2 to 6 months in advance. Bring Your Own Lunch: Packing a lunch is one of the simplest ways to save money. The views in the park are breathtaking, and there are plenty of spots for a scenic picnic. From wild mountains to ocean cliffs, this corner of Ireland promises beauty at every turn. So get ready to explore — a go-to Irish escape starts now. Click here for more information. 1. Which tour suits someone who enjoys hiking and wild nature? A. Connemara National Park. B. Cliffs of Moher + The Burren. C. Aran Islands (Inis Mór). D. Combo: Connemara + Cliffs + Burren. 2. How much does a couple with a 5-year-old child pay to visit Aran Islands? A. €55. B. €100. C. €110. D. €165. 3. Which is the best money-saving tip? A. Joining a guided tour. B. Ordering packed meals. C. Avoiding traveling in August. D. Buying air tickets offline. B By my early 40s, I had attempted all the hobbies meant to make me feel better about entering middle age. I had taken an improv (即兴表演) class, started learning a new language, and given yoga a second chance. Then, at the height of my despair, I decided to sign up for a ballet class. “But you’re not very flexible,” my husband gently reminded me. He wasn’t wrong. Yet I was determined to give it a try. I hadn’t expected any of it to stick. But this time, the exact same things that had made me escape the studio as a 10-year-old now brought me joy. And though I’d thought my classes to be physically demanding, I hadn’t expected that my teacher’s command to “take up more space” would change my way of being in the world. When I sighed over my lack of grace in the seemingly simple act, my teacher reminded me that ballet isn’t about perfection. Rather, it’s about striving for perfection. Slowly, I started becoming more comfortable with the body in the mirror. My posture still needs work, my jumps are never as high as they feel. But it encourages me that my body isn’t stiff and still functions well. Instead of noticing only the signs of aging, I am now amazed at what my body is capable of. As for the imperfections? They’re part of being alive. Eight years into my ballet classes, I’m what you would call a lifelong advanced beginner. At the age of 50, I am finally a ballerina, though not the kind that anybody would pay to see on stage. I kept on dancing. Because when I do my daily ballet class, I focus on my breathing and move my body in ways that always challenge me and remind me of everything that is possible. 4. Why did the author finally attend the ballet class? A. To follow the fashion. B. To lift her spirits up. C. To keep a slim figure. D. To seek like-minded friends. 5. What was the author’s dancing experience like? A. Tough but rewarding. B. Challenging and fruitless. C. Demanding but heartwarming. D. Comforting and enjoyable. 6. What encourages the author to persist in dancing according to paragraph 3? A. Her perfect movements. B. The teacher’s strictness. C. The focus on being alive. D. Her still flexible condition. 7. What message does the passage want to express? A. Better late than never. B. Better to strive than to arrive. C. Practice makes perfect. D. Where there’s a will, there’s a way. C Across the U.S., teenagers fed up with inaction on climate change are making their voices heard by leading a movement to green their schools. Upgrades like solar panels, LED lighting, and rainwater collection systems, are designed to reduce carbon footprint, cut costs, and turn campuses into living laboratories for environmental education. Ila Coleman, 17, from Grant High School in Portland, first participated after learning her school spent $32,000 annually on electricity. “That money could be used for textbooks, lab equipment, or teacher salaries,” she said. Coleman and her classmates formed the Green Grant Club and presented energy-saving proposals to their school board. Thankfully, their efforts paid off. The school’s energy bills dropped by 35%, and carbon emissions fell by 28%. The club now leads monthly workshops on recycling and climate science, and even teams up with local environmental groups to plant trees on campus. Students used to ask, “What can one do about climate change?” Now they’re seeing positive results from their own actions. The movement is becoming popular. In Austin, Texas, a group of middle schoolers successfully pushed for solar-powered charging stations in their cafeteria. “The passion and creativity of these young activists are remarkable,” said environmental scientist Dr. Lena Torres. “Schools are ideal places for climate action. When students see solar panels on their roof or learn how to track energy use, they’re more likely to adopt green habits at home.” Despite some challenges like funding and concerns about upfront costs, students have found creative solutions in the community: organizing fundraising events and partnering with local businesses for donations. Their efforts have not gone unnoticed, with some states now funding to support green changes. For the teen activists, the work is personal. “We’re the ones who will inherit this planet,” said Rivera. “We can’t wait for adults to fix it. We have to start now! All it takes is courage to speak up and work together.” For these young climate leaders, the classroom isn’t just a place to learn — it’s a perfect place to lead change. 8. Why was the Green Grant Club set up? A. To improve the rainwater collection systems. B. To meet the expectations of the school board. C. To update lab devices for scientific experiments. D. To promote an environmentally friendly campus. 9. What does the author illustrate by mentioning the students in Austin? A. The role of the school. B. The future path. C. The united efforts nationwide. D. The popularity of the movement. 10. In what way did the community support the teens’ work? A. Offering government funding. B. Advertising their changes. C. Making charitable contributions. D. Holding business workshops. 11. How did Rivera think of their movement? A. It keeps the planet as it is. B. It shows no pains, no gains. C. It takes courage and teamwork. D. It contributes to classroom learning. D Imagine a person who has lost their sight being able to see again. Sounds like science fiction, right? But Neuralink, Elon Musk’s company, whose mission is to connect the human brain with computers, plans to implant tiny chips in the brain to help treat various conditions, including paralysis, hearing loss, and now, blindness. The goal? To help blind people see. The new device, Blindsight, specifically intended for people who have completely lost their sight, is creative. Rather than curing eye diseases directly, the small, implantable chip that “sees” the world around it like a camera, connects directly to the part of the brain that controls movement or receives sensory information. Using sensors, chips and special software, it sends signals straight to the brain, allowing a person to sense the world in a new way. As a result, the person receives “digital vision”. It won’t be the same as natural sight, but it may allow the user to sense light, movement, shapes, and even, potentially, faces. Over time, the brain might learn to interpret these signals more effectively, like learning a new language. But there is still a long way to go. First, the company needs to ensure the technology is safe and truly works. Plus, any brain surgery carries risks. While Neuralink uses a specialized robot to perform the operation with surprising accuracy (精确性), potential risks can’t be removed. Other important questions like “What happens if the chip breaks?” “Are we ready to connect our thoughts to machines?” are what the upcoming research will aim to answer. And there’s still room for significant improvements, including the ability to see in different wavelengths. Despite the concerns, Blindsight is a major leap forward for the future of technology. If successful, brain implants could help with many other conditions, like memory loss, depression, or even enhancing learning. The journey to turn this science fiction into a safe, functional reality is only just the beginning. 12. What is paragraph 2 mainly about? A. The working principle of the device. B. The advantages of the invention. C. The composition of the equipment. D. The importance of the tiny chip. 13. What may the underlined phrase “digital vision” in paragraph 3 refer to? A. A natural ability to see in the dark. B. An operation for curing eye diseases. C. A software used to record visual memories. D. A sight formed by brain-interpreted signals. 14. What is stopping Blindsight from being sold? A. Poor image quality. B. Unconfirmed safety. C. Disconnected network. D. Occasional breakdown. 15. Which of the following can be the best title for the passage? A. Blindsight: An End to Memory Loss B. A Tiny Chip: A Blessing for the Blind C. Digital Technology: Turning Sci-Fi Into Reality D. The Future of AI: Connecting Thoughts to Machines 第二节 (共5小题;每小题2.5分，满分12.5分) 阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 Your brain works hard all day, even actively while you sleep. To keep it functioning well and protect your memory as you age, giving it the right fuel matters more than you might think. ____16____ Fatty Fish About 60 percent of your brain is made of fat. Fatty fish like salmon and sardines provide healthy fats that help build and maintain brain cells. ____17____ Studies show that people who eat fatty fish regularly have a lower risk of memory loss as they age. Leafy Greens and Berries Vegetables like spinach and kale are full of nutrients that protect brain cells from damage. One study found that people who ate leafy greens daily had memory skills equal to those 11 years younger. ____18____ Their bright colors come from plant compounds that improve blood flow to the brain and reduce inflammation. Whole Grains and Nuts Whole grains such as oats and brown rice give your brain a steady supply of energy. Nuts like walnuts and almonds are rich in healthy fats and vitamin E, both of which help protect brain cells. Eggs Eggs, especially the yolks, are an excellent source of choline (胆碱), a nutrient that helps with memory and communication between brain cells. ____19____ It’s also an easy and affordable way to support your brain health. ____20____ Add fatty fish twice a week, a serving of leafy greens every day, and some nuts or berries as snacks. Your brain will thank you for years to come. A. Berries offer similar benefits in a sweeter form. B. Eating one a day is a simple way to get this important nutrient. C. Small, consistent changes to your diet can make a big difference. D. They are especially rich in a type of healthy fat known as DHA. E. Focus on adding more of these brain-friendly foods to your meals. F. This is why fatty fish is considered one of the best foods for your brain. G. Experts agree that the following certain foods can really help keep your mind sharp. 第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分52.5分) 第一节(共15小题;每小题1.5分，满分22.5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。 Zahara woke excited on the morning of her seventh birthday. She had a dream of getting a bicycle — a red one, swift as the wind. When she ran downstairs and saw the large box with a ribbon on top, her heart ____21____. Inside was the ____22____ bike she could imagine. She named it “Comet” on the spot. That afternoon, Zahara rode Comet to the school carnival with her best friends Lily and Chloe. When they saw an outdoor ____23____ selling personalized bike license plates (车牌), the three girls hurried over. Lily and Chloe ____24____ found their names, but Zahara couldn’t find hers. She asked the attendant, “Are there any more plates in the back?” The man shook his head with his eyes ____25____ to the newspaper. “Please, could you check?” Zahara begged, her voice full of ____26____. The man looked up and sighed. “What’s the name?” “Zahara,” she said. He frowned with a blank look. “____27____ it.” As she said the letter “Z-A-H-A-R-A”, Zac, a boy from the grade above, laughed and called out, “Of course they don’t have it. It’s not even a real name!” Zahara’s cheeks burned, and she ran away in ____28____. The moment she got home, Zahara burst out, “I ____29____ being called Zahara!” The joy of owning Comet had ____30____. Her mother came closer and said gently, “Your name is like a poem. Show them how beautiful it is.” Slowly, Zahara lifted her head. An idea ____31____ — to make a plate of her own. She grabbed brushes and glue. Afternoon sunlight streamed across the table as she worked. At last, her ____32____ plate lay before her. The next morning, Zahara rode to school with her unique ____33____. People smiled and whispered in admiration. When Zac saw it, his face turned red. He came over to apologize. Zahara only smiled. “Zahara is a(an) ____34____ name,” she said. “Wide as the desert, clear as a gem.” She had finally learned a lesson about ____35____. 21. A. ached B. raced C. settled D. softened 22. A. expensive B. funny C. perfect D. creative 23. A. shop B. studio C. market D. stand 24. A. carefully B. finally C. quickly D. skillfully 25. A. pointed B. rolled C. widened D. glued 26. A. care B. concern C. happiness D. hope 27. A. Spell B. Write C. Read D. List 28. A. surprise B. fear C. shame D. despair 29. A. hated B. avoided C. minded D. regretted 30. A. returned B. faded C. danced D. spread 31. A. struck B. spread C. worked D. failed 32. A. famous B. fancy C. fashionable D. handmade 33. A. sign B. plate C. gift D. mark 34. A. legendary B. beautiful C. common D. original 35. A. self-respect B. self-independence C. self-acceptance D. self-care 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。 Cultural exchange knows no boundaries. Last month, a classic Pingtan piece ____36____ (call) Wuxi Ballads: Portraits of Watertown, was staged in Abuja, the capital of Nigeria, to a diverse crowd of officials, artists and students. They gathered in the morning ____37____ (taste) this unique form of Chinese art treasure. With its origin in Suzhou, Pingtan is ____38____ (typical) performed in tea houses and features storytelling through reciting, singing, acting, and playing Chinese string instruments. With ____39____ perfect combination of narrative power, poetic beauty and musical melody, it ____40____ (attract) audiences at home for centuries and is now making its way to the global stage. “We believe that cultural exchange of this kind can deepen the ____41____ (friend) feelings between the people of China and Nigeria,” said Yang Jianxing, Cultural Counselor at the Chinese Embassy in Nigeria. Raphael Oraelumo from the Ministry of Art and Culture noted, “Pingtan ____42____ (represent) one of the oldest ways of communicating important messages in different societies.” He praised China ____43____ being fully devoted to cultural preservation and added that Nigeria would play a ____44____ (great) role in this regard than before. Beyond entertainment, traditional Chinese art has now become a significant means by ____45____ China builds a closer bond with the world. 第三节 (共10小题;每小题1.5分，满分15分) 请选择单词并用其正确的形式填入空白处，使句意完整通顺。(每个单词只使用一次，有一个选项是多余的) range figure occur admit original impact aware belong respond measure convenient 46. A strange thought ________ to me — maybe the cat was hiding the key all the time. 47. It is my honor to share a story of how friends had a great ________ on my life. 48. The accident made the rich businessman ________ that nothing was more precious than life. 49. Amazingly, the Ping Pong player ________ to the questions in fluent English in the interview after the match. 50. The latest ________ show that a large percentage of leisure time is spent watching videos. 51. The story was ________ written in French, but later translated into many other languages. 52. The cultural relic, once ________ to a big family, was donated to the local museum in the 1980s. 53. It is ________ for tourists to look up new words using a translation app. 54. A smartwatch can ________ your heart rate while you are exercising. 55. The principal had the exchange student ________ into the advanced English class without hesitation. 第四部分 写作(满分25分) 56. 假定你是李华，请你根据图片内容，给你的英国笔友Anna写一封邮件，向她介绍你们班的Han Meimei同学并说明她当选“校园最美学生”的理由。 注意：1.词数120左右；2.可以适当增加细节，使行文连贯。 Dear Anna, How is everything going? ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $