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长沙市周南梅溪湖中学2026年上期高一年级期末考试试卷
英语
(考试范围:《必修三》、《选必一》Unit 1)
本试卷共8页,67小题,满分150分。考试用时120分钟。本试题卷分听力、阅读、语言运用与写作四部分。
注意事项:1.答题前,请考生先将自己的姓名、准考证号填写清楚,并认真核对条形码上的准考证号、考室和座位号;
2.必须在答题卡上答题,在草稿纸、试题卷上答题无效;
3.答题时,请考生注意各题题号后面的答题要求;
4.请勿折叠答题卡,保持字体工整、笔迹清晰、卡面清洁;
5.答题卡上不准使用涂改液、涂改胶和贴纸。
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话读两遍。
1. What does the woman want from the man?
A. To find a repairman. B. To replace her fridge. C. To buy the handle.
2. What does the woman mean?
A. She will study longer.
B. She doubts Tom’s idea.
C. She is eager to be successful.
3. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. Their daily life.
B. The speech contents.
C. The professor’s requirements.
4. How will the man change his backyard?
A. He’ll put in a pool.
B. He’ll put up a stone wall.
C. He’ll build a playground.
5. Where does the conversation take place?
A. In a restaurant. B. In a hotel. C. In a travel agency.
第二节(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。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
6. What is wrong with the photocopier?
A. It isn’t in use.
B. It isn’t a basic model.
C. It doesn’t sort copies automatically.
7. What will the man have to do?
A. Sort the reports.
B. Reduce the number of copies.
C. Turn to the Project Department.
听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
8. What does the woman prove by mentioning her uncle?
A. Disease is caused by stress.
B. Chemicals are harmful.
C. Air pollution is everywhere.
9. What do we know about the woman’s uncle?
A. He is a scientist.
B. He got a new job.
C. He works in a factory.
听第8段材料,回答第10至13题。
10. What is the man’s first concern about the price list?
A. The per-person price is too high.
B. The price doesn’t include a group discount.
C. The price covers more people than he needs.
11. What is the original total price the woman asked for?
A. $6,000. B. $7,000. C. $8,000.
12. What is the man making an order for?
A. A company celebration. B. A team-building event.
C. A birthday party.
13. What else does the woman agree to provide?
A. A cake. B. More drinks. C. Table decorations.
听第9段材料,回答第14至17题。
14. What does the woman first ask about?
A. The location of the hostel. B. Bus service frequency.
C. Special activities.
15. How far is the youth hostel from the town center?
A. One kilometer. B. Two kilometers. C. Three kilometers.
16. How will the woman get in touch with the youth hostel?
A. By making a call. B. By writing an email. C. By asking the man for help.
17. What can the woman do on March 22nd?
A. Attend a festival. B. Reach Tidborough. C. End her trip.
听第10段材料,回答第18至20题。
18. Which walk is the most tiring?
A. Walk One. B. Walk Two. C. Walk Three.
19. What can visitors do during Walk Two?
A. Buy traditional souvenirs. B. Take a boat to an island.
C. Climb a mountain.
20. Where can visitors have meals?
A. In a village. B. On an island. C. By a riverbank.
第二部分 阅读理解(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和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项
A
STEM Camp is a Canadian nonprofit organization founded in 2013, with a mission to inspire Canadian youth in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Recently, it has partnered with the Mental Health and Physical Activity Research Centre at University of Toronto to assist them with a research study. STEM Camp’s role is to inform and invite Canadian families to participate.
Who Can Participate
Adolescents aged 14‒17 can participate in the study.
How to Participate
·Participation requires parental permission in the first place.
·Participants should complete a 15-minute online survey, related to mental health and their experiences in physical activity.
·Following the survey, participants will talk with a researcher in an interview.
Benefits of Participating
·Participants can stay enrolled (加入 )for additional activities if they would like to.
·Participants will be entered into a draw to win one of ten $25 e-gift cards.
How to Contact Us
If you are interested, sign up online or come directly to our location,123 Huron St. Embro, Ontario NOJ 1J0.For further information, visit our website www.InnoSTEMExploreordial 519-475-6600.
We look forward to having you join us!
1. What is the main purpose of the article?
A. To promote a Canadian STEM learning program.
B. To inspire more youths to join the STEM Camp.
C. To invite teenagers to participate in a research study.
D. To introduce the partnership of a camp and a university.
2. What is a requirement of the participation?
A. Collecting ten $25 e-gift cards.
B. Asking for parents’ approval first.
C. Completing a 15-minute offline survey.
D. Joining in all additional activities.
3. Where is the article probably taken from?
A. A professional essay.
B. A university research report.
C. A youth learning journal.
D. A teenage education review.
B
“When choosing a career, I’ve always believed that young people should seek what they truly love.” That’s exactly the path Moyun has taken. Moyun, a music influencer, gained fame by covering (翻唱) pop songs on the guzheng. Since 2014, her Bilibili uploads have earned millions of views.
Despite the overnight success, Moyun didn’t let it upset her life. “I was still a student at the time, and during those years focused on studying, the video’s sudden popularity didn’t really change my daily routine,” she recalled.
But the wave of positive comments from the audience greatly inspired her to follow her love for the guzheng. With this drive, Moyun has gained many fans by playing modern songs on the old guzheng and slowly created her own special way of mixing old and new music styles.
One standout example of her works is the cover of the Eagles’ Hotel California, which has gotten over 20 million views on YouTube. Many international viewers, after watching her videos, are amazed by her performances and often ask the same question: “What instrument is this? I’ve never seen it before.”
To Moyun, it’s unfortunate that the guzheng is not well-known outside of China. She thinks the common English translation for guzheng- “Chinese zither” -is not quite right. However, she is hopeful that this will change, especially as more young people in China seek to reconnect with their cultural roots.
“I believe that when we present the guzheng with cultural confidence on global stages, introducing it proudly by name, it will become the accepted universal term,” Moyun said.
Next, Moyun plans to play modern songs from different types of music using the guzheng, challenging ideas about traditional Chinese instruments. With a focus on finger-style techniques and original compositions, she aims to expand what the guzheng can do. “Don’t limit yourself — explore more,” she said.
4. What did Moyun do after her sudden success?
A. She quit her studies. B. She changed her performing style.
C. She turned a professional. D. She went about her daily life as usual.
5. What makes Moyun’s music particularly special?
A. Having unique stage presence. B. Mixing traditional and modern styles.
C. Reaching global followers online. D. Focusing on covering classical music.
6. What does Moyun’s attitude to the term “Chinese zither” indicate?
A. She favors spreading Chinese culture confidently.
B. She regards the guzheng as a type of the zither
C. She credits the guzheng’s global fame to the term.
D. She hopes Chinese young people reconnect with western culture.
7. Which of the following best describes Moyun?
A. Innovative. B. Honest. C. Considerate. D. Generous.
C
Fast food has become our common partner in the modern life. But we may be unaware of how it is reshaping our culture and the way we interact in society.
Fast food has been gradually replacing the traditional family meal. Dinner used to be a time to slow down, when kids learned from their parents. Today, quality has given way to speed. The phrase “fast-food culture” extends beyond meals — it represents a way of life where patience has become a thing of the past.
In addition, the global spread of fast food has led to sameness across borders. Fast food chains offer almost the same menu whether you’re in Mumbai or Miami. They’re like a bulldozer (推土机). It flattens varied cooking traditions and replaces them with a one-size-fits-all offering.
Fast food, despite its convenience, often comes at a cost. Fast-food chains are often found in lower-income neighborhoods. This has created “food deserts” areas where affordable, healthy food is limited. The result is a vicious cycle (恶性循环). Those who can least afford the health impacts of bad eating habits end up eating the most fast food. When people say you are what you eat, it’s not just about physical health. It’s also about the social structures. Fast-food culture worsens the unfairness already present in our society.
We may not be able to completely avoid fast food. After all, it has its place in a modern, fast- paced world. However, recognizing its harm to health and social structures is the first step towards change.
It’s time we treated food as more than just a short stop to rest and eat in our busy day. Its meaning lies in the richness of our traditions, the diversity of our cultures, and the relationships we develop. Let’s not let fast food take this away from us.
8. What does “fast-food culture” represent?
A. A way of slow life. B. A lack of patience.
C. A focus on quality. D. A return to traditions.
9. Why does the author compare fast-food chains to a bulldozer?
A. They reduce food cultural diversity. B. They develop better eating habits.
C. They promote local food traditions. D. They gain worldwide popularity.
10. What does the underlined phrase “a vicious cycle” in Paragraph 4 refer to?
A. Poor people eat more fast food. B. Healthy food becomes expensive.
C. The gap between rich and poor widens. D. Fast food does harm to physical health.
11. What’s the author’s attitude towards fast food?
A. Completely negative and viewing it dangerous.
B. Extremely doubtful and not caring about it.
C. Supportive but warning of its harmful effects.
D. Concerned but recognizing its practical value.
D
For centuries, what makes human creativity so precious is not only the final products it yields, but also the effort behind their creation. But in a world where AI can generate anything with the click of a button, how do we distinguish what truly matters? How does human-made art survive?
Throughout history, the most famous works of art, literature, and music have carried a sense of labor, dedication, and mastery. We don’t just admire the end product; we admire how it came to be. Masterpieces like Van Gogh’s “Starry Night” sustain not simply for their artistic beauty, but for the human stories they carry. They remind us that art is not just about beauty or skill — it is about intention, persistence, and what makes us human.
As AI floods the world with instant beauty, we’re entering an era of “aesthetic inflation”, where perfectly composed images, poetic style, and movie-like storytelling are available to anyone, instantly and at no cost. This makes us think about when beauty is effortless and endless, does human creations still have value?
But human imperfection isn’t a weakness — it’s part of who we are, shaping our understanding of humanity. Our struggles, mistakes, and limitations aren’t just difficulties to overcome — they’re part of what gives life meaning. In this light, AI’s ability to create perfect art feels almost unnatural—a rejection of the struggle that gives creativity its weight. It may achieve technical perfection — but at the cost of the original energy that makes art stir feelings within people. Even at its most impressive, AI-generated art often feels empty. It has no real emotions or experiences, and no clear creator, failing to create unexpected surprises and arouse shared emotion with audience.
Therefore, to preserve meaning, selection and context become more crucial. As AI can produce endless content, the human elements like context, narrative and the reasoning behind art become the true value source. Also, AI can be a creative collaborator rather than a replacement, refining ideas while keeping human imperfection and feeling, and acting as an amplifier (放大镜) of human vision.
12. Why do masterpieces like “Starry Night” remain valuable in the AI era?
A. They represent unique human characteristics.
B. They showcase brilliant artistic creation skill.
C. They are created through long production processes.
D. They contain human emotional depth and creative effort.
13. Why does the author mention “aesthetic inflation” in paragraph 3?
A. To demonstrate AI’s efficiency in art creation.
B. To prove that AI-generated art is more affordable.
C. To criticize the overuse of technology in art creation.
D. To stress the devaluation of beauty due to mass production.
14. How does the author develop the argument in the passage?
A. By giving examples.
B. By giving definitions.
C. By making comparisons.
D. By making classifications.
15. What is a suitable title for the text?
A. A Guide to Perfect Art with AI
B. How to Create Art in the Age of AI
C. Why Human Art Still Matters in the AI Age
D. A New Revolution in Art Creation brought by AI
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能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Rates of depression, anxiety and other mental illnesses have been increasing in teenagers for at least a decade. ____16____. New data has confirmed that it could be a contributor. But how big a role it plays also appears to depend on how kids choose to use it.
Over the past decades, the Internet has done some great things. It has brought people closer together. ____17____ And it can be an important place for people to find support and connection.
No surprise, Generation Z is living online more than ever. But some teenagers can come across content that is harmful. For example, one 2022 survey found that nearly half of all teens have been cyberbullied (网络欺凌) online.
____18____ Am I pretty enough? Strong enough? Smart enough? Cool enough? One study of teenagers 13 to 17 years old found that almost half reported that time spent on social media made them feel worse about their bodies. Only about one in every seven said viewing social media made them feel better.
In May 2023, the U. S. Surgeon General issued a warning about kids’ social-media use. ____19____ But there was plenty of evidence to warn kids that they should take care when using it.
Whitlock, a research psychologist who has been studying Internet use by teenagers since the early 2000s, asks teens she works with to put together a “menu of practices” that promote good mental health. ____20____ She also suggests that if kids feel anxious, they should go back to that menu again and do something from their list-instead of looking for distractions (干扰) on their phone and social media.
A. It has helped people form big communities worldwide.
B. Two-thirds of teens have seen hateful content on social media.
C. It should include things they enjoy, like reading or outdoor time.
D. Social media is also where people are comparing themselves to others.
E. In recent years, scientists have often flagged social media as one potential cause.
F. It concluded there was still not enough evidence to say social media is safe for kids.
G. She pointed out that it’s hard to study the impacts of social media on mental health.
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。
For most of her life, Grandma Joy had never experienced much beyond her small hometown of Duncan Falls. She’d never seen an ocean or a mountain, and international travel felt like a(n) ____21____ fantasy. Yet by the age of 94, together with her grandson Brad Ryan, she had successfully visited all seven continents, proving that ____22____ has no expiration (截止) date.
Their journey began eight years ago when Brad realized how ____23____ his grandmother’s world had once been. Then he ____24____ a trip to a national park-a simple invitation that started a travel partnership ____25____ continents. By 2022, they had completed visits to all 63 U.S. National Parks, setting her ____26____ as the oldest person to do so. But why stop there?
Determined to broaden their horizons (眼界) even further, they ____27____ on a journey from Europe to Asia, Africa to South America, and ____28____, Antarctica. Each destination made people rethink what a typical traveler is like, inspiring everyone who followed their story to ____29____ their own unique adventures
Reaching Antarctica was not a simple matter. Traveling aboard a ship, the pair ______30______ the cold and dangerous seas to the continent that few people get to see. Upon arriving, Grandma Joy found herself ______31______ at the grand polar landscape (极地景观). For her, each step off the ship was a(n) ______32______ that even life’s wildest adventures are possible, no matter one’s ______33______ or background.
For Brad, ______34______ these experiences with his grandmother was a chance to strengthen their ______35______ and to show that dreams can be realized at any stage of life.
21. A. ancient B. classical C. distant D. reachable
22. A. love B. learning C. creativity D. adventure
23. A. painful B. limited C. quiet D. unusual
24. A. demanded B. reported C. suggested D. imagined
25. A. crossing B. tracking C. surrounding D. passing
26. A. standard B. goal C. record D. example
27. A. set up B. set out C. set down D. set apart
28. A. originally B. finally C. obviously D. entirely
29. A. launch B. survive C. continue D. compare
30. A. defended B. attempted C. negated D. braved
31. A. breathless B. confused C. scared D. grateful
32. A. guideline B. reminder C. emphasis D. guarantee
33. A. appearance B. profession C. age D. nationality
34. A. sharing B. associating C. discussing D. exchanging
35. A. trust B. position C. bond D. confidence
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。
A time-honored Qipao tailor’s shop in Chongqing continues to attract plenty of guests from home and abroad, all of ____36____ are deeply fascinated by the tailors’ excellent skills and devotion to maintaining traditional techniques.
Jiang Lingying, a 61-year-old businesswoman, gave up her clothing factory and opened a Qipao shop in Chongqing, which was ____37____ surprising turn for her. After several years of running her business, Jiang came to realize that ____38____ mass-produced clothing may be trendy, it often lacks the unique features and personal touch that ____39____ (true) make a piece of clothing special.
Jiang’s decision ____40____ (close) her factory was inspired by her mother and grandmother, who continued hand-made Qipao with accuracy and care. Since then, Jiang has become an accomplished tailor and designer, ____41____ (carry) on the family tradition.
According to Jiang, Chongqing, famously known ____42____ China’s “mountain city”, has a special landscape. This has formed a unique Qipao style, which sets it apart from other regional styles.
“The Qipao pattern coming from Chongqing ____43____ (make) from a complete set of cloth, because women in Chongqing need to walk uphill and downhill within the city. If their clothes are too loose, they do not show the body shapes and if they are too tight, they reduce the freedom of ____44____ (move). Women need to work and this kind of Qipao allows them to move around comfortably,” she said.
Even though it takes as long as 15 days to make a Qipao, Li Siyuan isn’t discouraged. She is very enthusiastic about the detailed skills ____45____ (need) to make these traditional clothes.
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 上周末你参加了校学生会组织的“中华美食节”活动,请为校英文报写篇报道,内容包括:
1. 活动情况;
2. 你的感想。
注意:
1. 写作词数应为80个左右;
2. 请在答题卡的相应位置作答。
School Hosts Chinese Food Festival
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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。
Lily was a bright and energetic girl with a heart full of dreams. She lived in a small and comfort town where everyone knew each other. One sunny morning, Lily’s teacher announced a school talent show. The news excited Lily immediately, as she had always loved singing and dreamed of performing on stage.
Without hesitation, Lily signed up for the show. She chose her favourite song and started practising right away. Every day after school, she would go to the park and sing her heart out, imagining the big stage and the cheering audience. However, as the days passed, Lily faced a big problem. She found it difficult to reach some of the high notes in the song. No matter how hard she tried, her voice just wouldn’t cooperate.
Lily started to feel discouraged. She thought about giving up and withdrawing from the talent show. But deep inside, she knew that giving up was not an option. She remembered the words her father always told her, “When life gives you challenges, face them with courage and never give up.”
Determined to overcome the obstacle, Lily decided to ask for help. She went to her music teacher, Mrs. Brown, and explained her problem. Mrs. Brown was very kind and patient. She listened to Lily sing and then gave her some useful tips on how to control her voice and reach the high notes. She also encouraged Lily to practise regularly and believe in herself.
With Mrs. Brown’s guidance, Lily practised even harder. She spent hours every day working on those difficult notes. Sometimes she felt tired and depressed, but she always reminded herself of her dream. Finally, the day of the talent show arrived. Lily was nervous but excited. As she stepped onto the stage and saw the audience looking at her expectantly, her heart raced. But as soon as the music started, she took a deep breath and began to sing.
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。
Lily poured her heart and soul into the song.
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After the show, Lily’s friends and teachers crowded around her.
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长沙市周南梅溪湖中学2026年上期高一年级期末考试试卷
英语
(考试范围:《必修三》、《选必一》Unit 1)
本试卷共8页,67小题,满分150分。考试用时120分钟。本试题卷分听力、阅读、语言运用与写作四部分。
注意事项:1.答题前,请考生先将自己的姓名、准考证号填写清楚,并认真核对条形码上的准考证号、考室和座位号;
2.必须在答题卡上答题,在草稿纸、试题卷上答题无效;
3.答题时,请考生注意各题题号后面的答题要求;
4.请勿折叠答题卡,保持字体工整、笔迹清晰、卡面清洁;
5.答题卡上不准使用涂改液、涂改胶和贴纸。
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话读两遍。
1. What does the woman want from the man?
A. To find a repairman. B. To replace her fridge. C. To buy the handle.
2. What does the woman mean?
A. She will study longer.
B. She doubts Tom’s idea.
C. She is eager to be successful.
3. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. Their daily life.
B. The speech contents.
C. The professor’s requirements.
4. How will the man change his backyard?
A. He’ll put in a pool.
B. He’ll put up a stone wall.
C. He’ll build a playground.
5. Where does the conversation take place?
A. In a restaurant. B. In a hotel. C. In a travel agency.
第二节(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。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
6. What is wrong with the photocopier?
A. It isn’t in use.
B. It isn’t a basic model.
C. It doesn’t sort copies automatically.
7. What will the man have to do?
A. Sort the reports.
B. Reduce the number of copies.
C. Turn to the Project Department.
听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
8. What does the woman prove by mentioning her uncle?
A. Disease is caused by stress.
B. Chemicals are harmful.
C. Air pollution is everywhere.
9. What do we know about the woman’s uncle?
A. He is a scientist.
B. He got a new job.
C. He works in a factory.
听第8段材料,回答第10至13题。
10. What is the man’s first concern about the price list?
A. The per-person price is too high.
B. The price doesn’t include a group discount.
C. The price covers more people than he needs.
11. What is the original total price the woman asked for?
A. $6,000. B. $7,000. C. $8,000.
12. What is the man making an order for?
A. A company celebration. B. A team-building event.
C. A birthday party.
13. What else does the woman agree to provide?
A. A cake. B. More drinks. C. Table decorations.
听第9段材料,回答第14至17题。
14. What does the woman first ask about?
A. The location of the hostel. B. Bus service frequency.
C. Special activities.
15. How far is the youth hostel from the town center?
A. One kilometer. B. Two kilometers. C. Three kilometers.
16. How will the woman get in touch with the youth hostel?
A. By making a call. B. By writing an email. C. By asking the man for help.
17. What can the woman do on March 22nd?
A. Attend a festival. B. Reach Tidborough. C. End her trip.
听第10段材料,回答第18至20题。
18. Which walk is the most tiring?
A. Walk One. B. Walk Two. C. Walk Three.
19. What can visitors do during Walk Two?
A. Buy traditional souvenirs. B. Take a boat to an island.
C. Climb a mountain.
20. Where can visitors have meals?
A. In a village. B. On an island. C. By a riverbank.
第二部分 阅读理解(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和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项
A
STEM Camp is a Canadian nonprofit organization founded in 2013, with a mission to inspire Canadian youth in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Recently, it has partnered with the Mental Health and Physical Activity Research Centre at University of Toronto to assist them with a research study. STEM Camp’s role is to inform and invite Canadian families to participate.
Who Can Participate
Adolescents aged 14‒17 can participate in the study.
How to Participate
·Participation requires parental permission in the first place.
·Participants should complete a 15-minute online survey, related to mental health and their experiences in physical activity.
·Following the survey, participants will talk with a researcher in an interview.
Benefits of Participating
·Participants can stay enrolled (加入 )for additional activities if they would like to.
·Participants will be entered into a draw to win one of ten $25 e-gift cards.
How to Contact Us
If you are interested, sign up online or come directly to our location,123 Huron St. Embro, Ontario NOJ 1J0.For further information, visit our website www.InnoSTEMExploreordial 519-475-6600.
We look forward to having you join us!
1. What is the main purpose of the article?
A. To promote a Canadian STEM learning program.
B. To inspire more youths to join the STEM Camp.
C. To invite teenagers to participate in a research study.
D. To introduce the partnership of a camp and a university.
2. What is a requirement of the participation?
A. Collecting ten $25 e-gift cards.
B. Asking for parents’ approval first.
C. Completing a 15-minute offline survey.
D. Joining in all additional activities.
3. Where is the article probably taken from?
A. A professional essay.
B. A university research report.
C. A youth learning journal.
D. A teenage education review.
【答案】1. C 2. B 3. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。主要介绍了加拿大STEM营与多伦多大学心理健康与身体活动研究中心合作开展的一项研究项目,包括参与对象、参与方式、参与好处以及联系方式等信息,旨在邀请符合条件的青少年参与研究。
【1题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段中“Recently, it has partnered with the Mental Health and Physical Activity Research Centre at University of Toronto to assist them with a research study. STEM Camp’s role is to inform and invite Canadian families to participate. (最近,它与多伦多大学心理健康与身体活动研究中心合作,协助他们进行一项研究。STEM营的作用是通知并邀请加拿大家庭参与)”以及后文对参与对象、参与方式、参与好处等信息的介绍可知,文章的主要目的是邀请青少年参与一项研究。故选C项。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据“How to Participate”部分“Participation requires parental permission in the first place. (参与首先需要得到父母的许可)”可知,参与的要求是首先要得到父母的同意。故选B项。
【3题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段中“STEM Camp is a Canadian nonprofit organization founded in 2013, with a mission to inspire Canadian youth in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. (STEM营是一个成立于2013年的加拿大非营利组织,其使命是激发加拿大青年在科学、技术、工程和数学领域的兴趣)”以及全文内容可知,文章主要介绍了加拿大STEM营与多伦多大学心理健康与身体活动研究中心合作开展的一项研究项目,旨在邀请符合条件的青少年参与研究,由此可推知,文章选自一本青年学习杂志。故选C项。
B
“When choosing a career, I’ve always believed that young people should seek what they truly love.” That’s exactly the path Moyun has taken. Moyun, a music influencer, gained fame by covering (翻唱) pop songs on the guzheng. Since 2014, her Bilibili uploads have earned millions of views.
Despite the overnight success, Moyun didn’t let it upset her life. “I was still a student at the time, and during those years focused on studying, the video’s sudden popularity didn’t really change my daily routine,” she recalled.
But the wave of positive comments from the audience greatly inspired her to follow her love for the guzheng. With this drive, Moyun has gained many fans by playing modern songs on the old guzheng and slowly created her own special way of mixing old and new music styles.
One standout example of her works is the cover of the Eagles’ Hotel California, which has gotten over 20 million views on YouTube. Many international viewers, after watching her videos, are amazed by her performances and often ask the same question: “What instrument is this? I’ve never seen it before.”
To Moyun, it’s unfortunate that the guzheng is not well-known outside of China. She thinks the common English translation for guzheng- “Chinese zither” -is not quite right. However, she is hopeful that this will change, especially as more young people in China seek to reconnect with their cultural roots.
“I believe that when we present the guzheng with cultural confidence on global stages, introducing it proudly by name, it will become the accepted universal term,” Moyun said.
Next, Moyun plans to play modern songs from different types of music using the guzheng, challenging ideas about traditional Chinese instruments. With a focus on finger-style techniques and original compositions, she aims to expand what the guzheng can do. “Don’t limit yourself — explore more,” she said.
4. What did Moyun do after her sudden success?
A. She quit her studies. B. She changed her performing style.
C. She turned a professional. D. She went about her daily life as usual.
5. What makes Moyun’s music particularly special?
A. Having unique stage presence. B. Mixing traditional and modern styles.
C. Reaching global followers online. D. Focusing on covering classical music.
6. What does Moyun’s attitude to the term “Chinese zither” indicate?
A. She favors spreading Chinese culture confidently.
B. She regards the guzheng as a type of the zither
C. She credits the guzheng’s global fame to the term.
D. She hopes Chinese young people reconnect with western culture.
7. Which of the following best describes Moyun?
A. Innovative. B. Honest. C. Considerate. D. Generous.
【答案】4. D 5. B 6. A 7. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了古筝音乐人墨韵的成名经历及音乐追求。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段中““I was still a student at the time, and during those years focused on studying, the video’s sudden popularity didn’t really change my daily routine,” she recalled. (“我当时还是一名学生,在那几年专注于学习,视频的突然走红并没有真正改变我的日常生活,”她回忆道。)”可知,墨韵在突然走红后,她的日常生活还是和往常一样。故选D。
【5题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段中“With this drive, Moyun has gained many fans by playing modern songs on the old guzheng and slowly created her own special way of mixing old and new music styles. (在这种动力的驱使下,墨韵用古老的古筝演奏现代歌曲,赢得了许多粉丝,并逐渐创造了自己独特的融合新旧音乐风格的方式。)”可知,墨韵的音乐特别之处在于她将传统和现代的风格融合在一起。故选B。
【6题详解】
推理判断题。根据第五段中“To Moyun, it’s unfortunate that the guzheng is not well-known outside of China. She thinks the common English translation for guzheng- “Chinese zither” -is not quite right. However, she is hopeful that this will change, especially as more young people in China seek to reconnect with their cultural roots. (对墨韵来说,古筝在中国以外并不为人所知,这是不幸的。她认为古筝常见的英文翻译“Chinese zither”不太准确。然而,她希望这种情况会有所改变,尤其是随着越来越多的中国年轻人寻求与他们的文化根源重新建立联系。)”以及倒数第二段““I believe that when we present the guzheng with cultural confidence on global stages, introducing it proudly by name, it will become the accepted universal term,” Moyun said. (“我相信,当我们带着文化自信在全球舞台上展示古筝,并自豪地介绍它的名字时,它将成为被广泛接受的通用术语,”墨韵说道。)”可推知,墨韵对“Chinese zither”这个词的态度表明她支持自信地传播中国文化。故选A。
【7题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段中“Next, Moyun plans to play modern songs from different types of music using the guzheng, challenging ideas about traditional Chinese instruments. With a focus on finger-style techniques and original compositions, she aims to expand what the guzheng can do. (接下来,墨韵计划用古筝演奏不同类型的现代歌曲,挑战人们对中国传统乐器的看法。她专注于指法技巧和原创作品,旨在拓展古筝的演奏范围。)”可知,墨韵是一个有创新精神的人。故选A。
C
Fast food has become our common partner in the modern life. But we may be unaware of how it is reshaping our culture and the way we interact in society.
Fast food has been gradually replacing the traditional family meal. Dinner used to be a time to slow down, when kids learned from their parents. Today, quality has given way to speed. The phrase “fast-food culture” extends beyond meals — it represents a way of life where patience has become a thing of the past.
In addition, the global spread of fast food has led to sameness across borders. Fast food chains offer almost the same menu whether you’re in Mumbai or Miami. They’re like a bulldozer (推土机). It flattens varied cooking traditions and replaces them with a one-size-fits-all offering.
Fast food, despite its convenience, often comes at a cost. Fast-food chains are often found in lower-income neighborhoods. This has created “food deserts” areas where affordable, healthy food is limited. The result is a vicious cycle (恶性循环). Those who can least afford the health impacts of bad eating habits end up eating the most fast food. When people say you are what you eat, it’s not just about physical health. It’s also about the social structures. Fast-food culture worsens the unfairness already present in our society.
We may not be able to completely avoid fast food. After all, it has its place in a modern, fast- paced world. However, recognizing its harm to health and social structures is the first step towards change.
It’s time we treated food as more than just a short stop to rest and eat in our busy day. Its meaning lies in the richness of our traditions, the diversity of our cultures, and the relationships we develop. Let’s not let fast food take this away from us.
8. What does “fast-food culture” represent?
A. A way of slow life. B. A lack of patience.
C. A focus on quality. D. A return to traditions.
9. Why does the author compare fast-food chains to a bulldozer?
A. They reduce food cultural diversity. B. They develop better eating habits.
C. They promote local food traditions. D. They gain worldwide popularity.
10. What does the underlined phrase “a vicious cycle” in Paragraph 4 refer to?
A. Poor people eat more fast food. B. Healthy food becomes expensive.
C. The gap between rich and poor widens. D. Fast food does harm to physical health.
11. What’s the author’s attitude towards fast food?
A. Completely negative and viewing it dangerous.
B. Extremely doubtful and not caring about it.
C. Supportive but warning of its harmful effects.
D. Concerned but recognizing its practical value.
【答案】8. B 9. A 10. A 11. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了快餐文化正重塑生活方式、削弱文化多样性并加剧社会不公,呼吁重视其负面影响。
【8题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“The phrase “fast-food culture” extends beyond meals — it represents a way of life where patience has become a thing of the past. (“快餐文化”一词不仅仅局限于餐饮——它代表了一种生活方式,在这种生活方式中,耐心已经成为过去。)”可知,“快餐文化”代表着缺乏耐心。故选B项。
【9题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“They’re like a bulldozer (推土机). It flattens varied cooking traditions and replaces them with a one-size-fits-all offering. (它们就像推土机一样。它抹平了各种各样的烹饪传统,取而代之的是一刀切的做法。)”可知,作者将快餐连锁店比作推土机是因为它们减少了食物文化的多样性。故选A项。
【10题详解】
词句猜测题。根据第四段“This has created “food deserts” areas where affordable, healthy food is limited. The result is a vicious cycle (恶性循环). Those who can least afford the health impacts of bad eating habits end up eating the most fast food. (这造成了“食物荒漠”——人们很难获得负担得起的健康食品。其结果是一个a vicious cycle。那些最负担不起不良饮食习惯对健康影响的人最终却吃了最多的快餐。)”可知,由于很难获得负担得起的健康食品,最负担不起不良饮食习惯对健康影响的人,即穷人最终却吃了最多的快餐,从而进一步危害健康,由此可推知,a vicious cycle指的是“穷人吃更多的快餐”。故选A项。
【11题详解】
推理判断题。根据倒数第二段“We may not be able to completely avoid fast food. After all, it has its place in a modern, fast- paced world. However, recognizing its harm to health and social structures is the first step towards change. (我们可能无法完全避免快餐。毕竟,它在现代快节奏的世界中有一席之地。然而,认识到它对健康和社会结构的危害是改变的第一步。)”可知,作者认为快餐在现代快节奏的世界中有一席之地,但同时也认识到它对健康和社会结构的危害,由此可推知,作者对快餐的态度是“既担忧又认可其实用价值”。故选D项。
D
For centuries, what makes human creativity so precious is not only the final products it yields, but also the effort behind their creation. But in a world where AI can generate anything with the click of a button, how do we distinguish what truly matters? How does human-made art survive?
Throughout history, the most famous works of art, literature, and music have carried a sense of labor, dedication, and mastery. We don’t just admire the end product; we admire how it came to be. Masterpieces like Van Gogh’s “Starry Night” sustain not simply for their artistic beauty, but for the human stories they carry. They remind us that art is not just about beauty or skill — it is about intention, persistence, and what makes us human.
As AI floods the world with instant beauty, we’re entering an era of “aesthetic inflation”, where perfectly composed images, poetic style, and movie-like storytelling are available to anyone, instantly and at no cost. This makes us think about when beauty is effortless and endless, does human creations still have value?
But human imperfection isn’t a weakness — it’s part of who we are, shaping our understanding of humanity. Our struggles, mistakes, and limitations aren’t just difficulties to overcome — they’re part of what gives life meaning. In this light, AI’s ability to create perfect art feels almost unnatural—a rejection of the struggle that gives creativity its weight. It may achieve technical perfection — but at the cost of the original energy that makes art stir feelings within people. Even at its most impressive, AI-generated art often feels empty. It has no real emotions or experiences, and no clear creator, failing to create unexpected surprises and arouse shared emotion with audience.
Therefore, to preserve meaning, selection and context become more crucial. As AI can produce endless content, the human elements like context, narrative and the reasoning behind art become the true value source. Also, AI can be a creative collaborator rather than a replacement, refining ideas while keeping human imperfection and feeling, and acting as an amplifier (放大镜) of human vision.
12. Why do masterpieces like “Starry Night” remain valuable in the AI era?
A. They represent unique human characteristics.
B. They showcase brilliant artistic creation skill.
C. They are created through long production processes.
D. They contain human emotional depth and creative effort.
13. Why does the author mention “aesthetic inflation” in paragraph 3?
A. To demonstrate AI’s efficiency in art creation.
B. To prove that AI-generated art is more affordable.
C. To criticize the overuse of technology in art creation.
D. To stress the devaluation of beauty due to mass production.
14. How does the author develop the argument in the passage?
A. By giving examples.
B. By giving definitions.
C. By making comparisons.
D. By making classifications.
15. What is a suitable title for the text?
A. A Guide to Perfect Art with AI
B. How to Create Art in the Age of AI
C. Why Human Art Still Matters in the AI Age
D. A New Revolution in Art Creation brought by AI
【答案】12. D 13. D 14. C 15. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇议论文。文章探讨了在人工智能时代,人类艺术如何存续,指出人类艺术因包含情感深度和创作努力而仍具价值,AI可作为创作伙伴。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段中“Masterpieces like Van Gogh’s “Starry Night” sustain not simply for their artistic beauty, but for the human stories they carry. They remind us that art is not just about beauty or skill — it is about intention, persistence, and what makes us human.(像梵高的《星夜》这样的杰作之所以经久不衰,不仅仅是因为它们的艺术之美,还因为它们承载着人类的故事。它们提醒我们,艺术不仅仅关乎美或技巧——它关乎意图、坚持以及使我们成为人类的东西)”可知,《星夜》等杰作在人工智能时代仍有价值是因为它们承载着人类的故事,包含人类的情感深度和创作努力。故选D项。
【13题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段中“As AI floods the world with instant beauty, we’re entering an era of “aesthetic inflation”, where perfectly composed images, poetic style, and movie like storytelling are available to anyone, instantly and at no cost. This makes us think about when beauty is effortless and endless, does human creations still have value?(随着人工智能用即时之美充斥世界,我们正在进入一个“审美通胀”的时代,在这个时代,完美构图的图像、诗意的风格和电影般的叙事任何人都可以即时免费获得。这让我们思考,当美来得轻而易举且无穷无尽时,人类的创作还有价值吗?)”可知,作者提到“审美通胀”是为了强调由于大规模生产导致美的贬值。故选D项。
【14题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段中“Our struggles, mistakes, and limitations aren’t just difficulties to overcome — they’re part of what gives life meaning. In this light, AI’s ability to create perfect art feels almost unnatural—a rejection of the struggle that gives creativity its weight. It may achieve technical perfection—but at the cost of the original energy that makes art stir feelings within people. Even at its most impressive, AI generated art often feels empty. It has no real emotions or experiences, and no clear creator, failing to create unexpected surprises and arouse shared emotion with audience.(我们的奋斗、错误和局限不仅仅是需要克服的困难——它们是赋予生命意义的一部分。从这个角度看,人工智能创造完美艺术的能力几乎显得不自然——它拒绝了赋予创造力以分量的奋斗。它可能实现技术上的完美,但却以牺牲那种能让艺术在人们心中激起情感的原始活力为代价。即使在最令人印象深刻的时候,人工智能生成的艺术也常常让人感觉空洞。它没有真实的情感或体验,也没有明确的创作者,无法创造出意想不到的惊喜,也无法引起观众的共鸣)”可知,文章将人类艺术和人工智能生成的艺术进行了对比,由此推知,作者是通过作比较来展开论述的。故选C项。
【15题详解】
主旨大意题。通读全文,结合第一段中“But in a world where AI can generate anything with the click of a button, how do we distinguish what truly matters? How does human made art survives?(但在一个人工智能只需点击一下按钮就能生成任何东西的世界里,我们如何区分真正重要的东西呢?人类制作的艺术如何存续呢?)”和第二段中“They remind us that art is not just about beauty or skill — it is about intention, persistence, and what makes us human.(像它们提醒我们,艺术不仅仅关乎美或技巧——它关乎意图、坚持以及使我们成为人类的东西)”以及后文对人类艺术价值的阐述可知,本文主要探讨了在人工智能时代人类艺术为何仍然重要。故C项“Why Human Art Still Matters in the AI Age(为什么在人工智能时代人类艺术仍然重要)”能概括文章内容,最适合做文章标题。故选C项。
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能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Rates of depression, anxiety and other mental illnesses have been increasing in teenagers for at least a decade. ____16____. New data has confirmed that it could be a contributor. But how big a role it plays also appears to depend on how kids choose to use it.
Over the past decades, the Internet has done some great things. It has brought people closer together. ____17____ And it can be an important place for people to find support and connection.
No surprise, Generation Z is living online more than ever. But some teenagers can come across content that is harmful. For example, one 2022 survey found that nearly half of all teens have been cyberbullied (网络欺凌) online.
____18____ Am I pretty enough? Strong enough? Smart enough? Cool enough? One study of teenagers 13 to 17 years old found that almost half reported that time spent on social media made them feel worse about their bodies. Only about one in every seven said viewing social media made them feel better.
In May 2023, the U. S. Surgeon General issued a warning about kids’ social-media use. ____19____ But there was plenty of evidence to warn kids that they should take care when using it.
Whitlock, a research psychologist who has been studying Internet use by teenagers since the early 2000s, asks teens she works with to put together a “menu of practices” that promote good mental health. ____20____ She also suggests that if kids feel anxious, they should go back to that menu again and do something from their list-instead of looking for distractions (干扰) on their phone and social media.
A. It has helped people form big communities worldwide.
B. Two-thirds of teens have seen hateful content on social media.
C. It should include things they enjoy, like reading or outdoor time.
D. Social media is also where people are comparing themselves to others.
E. In recent years, scientists have often flagged social media as one potential cause.
F. It concluded there was still not enough evidence to say social media is safe for kids.
G. She pointed out that it’s hard to study the impacts of social media on mental health.
【答案】16. E 17. A 18. D 19. F 20. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章讲述青少年精神疾病发病率上升,社交媒体或为诱因,其影响因使用方式而异,需合理使用并培养健康习惯。
【16题详解】
由上文“Rates of depression, anxiety and other mental illnesses have been increasing in teenagers for at least a decade.(青少年中抑郁、焦虑和其他精神疾病的发病率至少十年来一直在上升。)”可知,前文提出青少年心理健康问题。空格后“New data has confirmed that it could be a contributor.(新数据证实它可能是一个促成因素。)”中的it需指代前文提到的因素。E项In recent years, scientists have often flagged social media as one potential cause.(近年来,科学家常将社交媒体列为一个潜在原因。) 中“social media”作为“潜在原因”,与后文it形成指代衔接,同时“potential cause”呼应前文“发病率上升”,引出后文对社交媒体影响的讨论。故选E项。
【17题详解】
上文提到“Over the past decades, the Internet has done some great things. It has brought people closer together.(过去几十年里,互联网做了一些伟大的事情。它让人们更紧密地联系在一起。)”,列举互联网的积极影响。A 项It has helped people form big communities worldwide.(它帮助人们在全球范围内形成大型社区。)以“It has helped”延续并列结构,“form big communities” 是对“brought people closer”的具体展开,进一步说明互联网的积极作用,符合语境。故选A项。
【18题详解】
空格后连续提问“Am I pretty enough? Strong enough? Smart enough? Cool enough? (我够漂亮吗?足够强壮?够聪明吗?够酷吗?)”,并提到“social media made them feel worse about their bodies(社交媒体让他们对自己的身体感觉更糟)”,体现青少年在社交媒体上的自我比较。D项Social media is also where people are comparing themselves to others.(社交媒体也是人们互相比较的地方。)中“comparing themselves to others”直接对应后文的自我审视和比较行为,also衔接前文对社交媒体负面影响的描述(如网络欺凌),形成并列结构。故选D项。
【19题详解】
上文提到“the U. S. Surgeon General issued a warning about kids’ social-media use.(美国卫生局局长就儿童社交媒体使用发出警告。)”,指出官方警告。空格后“But there was plenty of evidence to warn kids that they should take care when using it.(但有大量证据警告孩子们使用时应小心。)”以But转折,说明警告的依据。F项It concluded there was still not enough evidence to say social media is safe for kids.(其结论是,仍没有足够证据表明社交媒体对孩子是安全的。)中“concluded”对应“issued a warning”,“not enough evidence to say it’s safe”与后文“plenty of evidence to warn”形成转折逻辑,符合“警告”的语境。故选F项。
【20题详解】
上文提到“Whitlock asks teens to put together a ‘menu of practices’ that promote good mental health.(惠特洛克要求青少年整理一份促进心理健康的‘实践菜单’。)”,关键词为“menu of practices”。C项It should include things they enjoy, like reading or outdoor time.(它应该包括他们喜欢的事情,比如阅读或户外活动时间。)中It指代menu,“include things they enjoy”具体说明菜单内容,与后文“She also suggests that if kids feel anxious, they should go back to that menu again and do something from their list”中的list形成呼应,符合逻辑。故选C项。
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。
For most of her life, Grandma Joy had never experienced much beyond her small hometown of Duncan Falls. She’d never seen an ocean or a mountain, and international travel felt like a(n) ____21____ fantasy. Yet by the age of 94, together with her grandson Brad Ryan, she had successfully visited all seven continents, proving that ____22____ has no expiration (截止) date.
Their journey began eight years ago when Brad realized how ____23____ his grandmother’s world had once been. Then he ____24____ a trip to a national park-a simple invitation that started a travel partnership ____25____ continents. By 2022, they had completed visits to all 63 U.S. National Parks, setting her ____26____ as the oldest person to do so. But why stop there?
Determined to broaden their horizons (眼界) even further, they ____27____ on a journey from Europe to Asia, Africa to South America, and ____28____, Antarctica. Each destination made people rethink what a typical traveler is like, inspiring everyone who followed their story to ____29____ their own unique adventures
Reaching Antarctica was not a simple matter. Traveling aboard a ship, the pair ______30______ the cold and dangerous seas to the continent that few people get to see. Upon arriving, Grandma Joy found herself ______31______ at the grand polar landscape (极地景观). For her, each step off the ship was a(n) ______32______ that even life’s wildest adventures are possible, no matter one’s ______33______ or background.
For Brad, ______34______ these experiences with his grandmother was a chance to strengthen their ______35______ and to show that dreams can be realized at any stage of life.
21. A. ancient B. classical C. distant D. reachable
22. A. love B. learning C. creativity D. adventure
23. A. painful B. limited C. quiet D. unusual
24. A. demanded B. reported C. suggested D. imagined
25. A. crossing B. tracking C. surrounding D. passing
26. A. standard B. goal C. record D. example
27. A. set up B. set out C. set down D. set apart
28. A. originally B. finally C. obviously D. entirely
29. A. launch B. survive C. continue D. compare
30. A. defended B. attempted C. negated D. braved
31. A. breathless B. confused C. scared D. grateful
32. A. guideline B. reminder C. emphasis D. guarantee
33. A. appearance B. profession C. age D. nationality
34. A. sharing B. associating C. discussing D. exchanging
35. A. trust B. position C. bond D. confidence
【答案】21. C 22. D 23. B 24. C 25. A 26. C 27. B 28. B 29. A 30. D 31. A 32. B 33. C 34. A 35. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要介绍的是94岁的Joy奶奶在孙子Brad的帮助下遍访七大洲,证明冒险无年龄界限,激励人们追求梦想。
【21题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:她从未见过海洋或山脉,国际旅行对她来说就像一个遥不可及的幻想。A. ancient古老的;B. classical经典的;C. distant遥远的,遥不可及的;D. reachable可到达的。根据上文“For most of her life, Grandma Joy had never experienced much beyond her small hometown of Duncan Falls”可知,她没出过小镇,所以国际旅行对她很遥远。故选C。
【22题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:然而,在94岁时,她与孙子Brad Ryan一起成功游历了七大洲,证明了冒险没有截止日期。A. love爱;B. learning学习;C. creativity创造力;D. adventure冒险。根据上文“she had successfully visited all seven continents”可知,游历七大洲是一种冒险,且下文也提及 “life’s wildest adventures”。故选D。
【23题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:他们的旅程始于八年前,当时Brad意识到祖母的世界曾经是多么有限。A. painful痛苦的;B. limited有限的;C. quiet安静的;D. unusual不寻常的。根据上文“For most of her life, Grandma Joy had never experienced much beyond her small hometown of Duncan Falls.”可知,祖母没出过小镇,所以她的世界是有限。故选B。
【24题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:然后他提议去国家公园旅行 —— 这一简单的邀请开启了一段跨越各大洲的旅行合作。A. demanded要求;B. reported报道;C. suggested提议;D. imagined想象。根据 下文“a simple invitation” 可知是提议旅行。故选C。
【25题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:然后他提议去国家公园旅行 —— 这一简单的邀请开启了一段跨越各大洲的旅行合作。A. crossing跨越;B. tracking追踪;C. surrounding 围绕;D. passing经过。根据上文“visited all seven continents”可知,他们游历七大洲,所以是跨越各大洲。故选A。
【26题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:到2022年,他们已经完成了对美国所有63个国家公园的游览,创造了她作为完成此项壮举最年长之人的记录。A. standard标准;B. goal目标;C. record记录;D. example例子。根据上文“By 2022, they had completed visits to all 63 U.S. National Parks”可知,她是最年长完成游览的,创造了记录。故选C。
【27题详解】
考查动词短语词义辨析。句意:决心进一步拓宽视野,他们出发踏上了从欧洲到亚洲、从非洲到南美洲,最后到南极洲的旅程。A. set up建立;B. set out出发;C. set down记下;D. set apart使分离。根据下文“a journey from Europe to Asia, Africa to South America”可知,这里指出发去旅行。故选B。
【28题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意:决心进一步拓宽视野,他们出发踏上了从欧洲到亚洲、从非洲到南美洲,最后到南极洲的旅程。A. originally最初;B. finally最后;C. obviously明显地;D. entirely完全地。根据下文“Antarctica”可知,按照旅程顺序,最后到达南极洲。故选B。
【29题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:每个目的地都让人们重新思考典型旅行者是什么样的,激励着每一个追随他们故事的人开启自己独特的冒险。A. launch发起,开启;B. survive幸存;C. continue继续;D. compare比较。根据下文“their own unique adventures”可知,这里指开启自己的冒险。故选A。
【30题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:两人乘坐一艘船,冒着寒冷和危险的海洋,前往这个很少有人能看到的大陆。A. defended防御;B. attempted尝试;C. negated否定;D. braved勇敢面对,冒着。根据下文“the cold and dangerous seas to the continent”可知,冒着寒冷和危险的海洋。故选D。
【31题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:到达后,Joy奶奶发现自己因极地的壮丽景色而惊叹不已。A. breathless喘不过气来的,此处指惊叹得屏住呼吸;B. confused困惑的;C. scared害怕的;D. grateful感激的。根据下文“the grand polar landscape (极地景观).”可知,Joy奶奶被美景震撼。故选A。
【32题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:对她来说,每一次下船都是一个提醒,即无论年龄或背景如何,人生中最疯狂的冒险都是有可能的。A. guideline指导方针;B. reminder提醒;C. emphasis强调;D. guarantee保证。根据下文“even life’s wildest adventures are possible”可知,这次旅行让她意识到冒险与年龄背景无关,是一种提醒。故选B。
【33题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:对她来说,每一次下船都是一个提醒,即无论年龄或背景如何,人生中最疯狂的冒险都是有可能的。A. appearance外貌;B. profession职业;C. age年龄;D. nationality国籍。Joy 奶奶 94 岁去冒险,说明与年龄无关。故选C。
【34题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:对Brad来说,与祖母分享这些经历是一个加强他们之间联系的机会,也证明了梦想可以在人生的任何阶段实现。A. sharing分享;B. associating联系;C. discussing讨论;D. exchanging交换。根据上文“Yet by the age of 94, together with her grandson Brad Ryan”可知,他们一起旅行,所以是分享经历。故选A。
【35题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:对Brad来说,与祖母分享这些经历是一个加强他们之间联系的机会,也证明了梦想可以在人生的任何阶段实现。A. trust信任;B. position位置;C. bond联系,纽带;D. confidence信心。根据常识可知,一起旅行加强了祖孙间的联系。故选C。
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。
A time-honored Qipao tailor’s shop in Chongqing continues to attract plenty of guests from home and abroad, all of ____36____ are deeply fascinated by the tailors’ excellent skills and devotion to maintaining traditional techniques.
Jiang Lingying, a 61-year-old businesswoman, gave up her clothing factory and opened a Qipao shop in Chongqing, which was ____37____ surprising turn for her. After several years of running her business, Jiang came to realize that ____38____ mass-produced clothing may be trendy, it often lacks the unique features and personal touch that ____39____ (true) make a piece of clothing special.
Jiang’s decision ____40____ (close) her factory was inspired by her mother and grandmother, who continued hand-made Qipao with accuracy and care. Since then, Jiang has become an accomplished tailor and designer, ____41____ (carry) on the family tradition.
According to Jiang, Chongqing, famously known ____42____ China’s “mountain city”, has a special landscape. This has formed a unique Qipao style, which sets it apart from other regional styles.
“The Qipao pattern coming from Chongqing ____43____ (make) from a complete set of cloth, because women in Chongqing need to walk uphill and downhill within the city. If their clothes are too loose, they do not show the body shapes and if they are too tight, they reduce the freedom of ____44____ (move). Women need to work and this kind of Qipao allows them to move around comfortably,” she said.
Even though it takes as long as 15 days to make a Qipao, Li Siyuan isn’t discouraged. She is very enthusiastic about the detailed skills ____45____ (need) to make these traditional clothes.
【答案】36. whom
37. a 38. while##though##although
39. truly 40. to close
41. carrying
42. as 43. is made
44. movement
45. needed
【解析】
【导语】本文主要讲述了重庆一家百年旗袍定制店凭借传统工艺吸引中外顾客,以及店主Jiang Lingying传承家族手艺、创新旗袍风格的故事。
【36题详解】
考查定语从句。句意:重庆一家老字号旗袍裁缝店,不断吸引着海内外众多来客,这些人全都折服于裁缝精湛的手艺,以及他们坚守传统工艺的这份热忱。空处引导非限制性定语从句,先行词guests指人,且关系词在从句中作介词of的宾语,因此用关系代词whom引导。
【37题详解】
考查冠词。句意:61岁的女商人Jiang放弃了她的服装厂,在重庆开了一家旗袍店,这对她来说是一个惊人的转变。turn在此处意为“转变”,是可数名词,在此表泛指,前面要加不定冠词,surprising以辅音音素开头,因此不定冠词用a,a surprising turn表示“一个令人惊讶的转折”。
【38题详解】
考查连词。句意:经营了几年生意后,Jiang开始意识到,虽然大规模生产的服装可能很时髦,但往往缺乏真正使一件衣服与众不同的独特特点和个人风格。上文提到“大规模生产的服装可能很时髦”,下文提到“往往缺乏真正使一件衣服与众不同的独特特点和个人风格”,空处意为“虽然,尽管”,可用while/though/although引导让步状语从句。
【39题详解】
考查副词。句意同上。空处修饰动词make,应用副词truly作状语,意为“真正地”。
【40题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:Jiang关闭工厂的决定是受到她的母亲和祖母的启发,她们以精确和细心继续手工制作旗袍。名词decision后常用不定式作后置定语,构成decision to do sth.结构。
【41题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:从那时起,Jiang已经成为一名技艺精湛的裁缝兼设计师,传承着家族手艺。句子主干已有谓语动词has become,空格前后无并列连词,故carry应用非谓语形式,主语Jiang与动词短语carry on之间为逻辑主动关系,应用现在分词carrying作伴随状语。
【42题详解】
考查介词。句意:据Jiang介绍,重庆作为中国著名的“山城”,拥有独特的地貌。be known as为固定搭配,意为“作为……而闻名”。
【43题详解】
考查时态和语态。句意:源自重庆的旗袍版型是用一整块布料缝制而成的,因为重庆女性要在城里上下坡行走。主语The Qipao pattern与make之间为被动关系,且此处描述客观事实,应用一般现在时的被动语态,结构为am/is/are + done;主语为单数,be动词用is。
【44题详解】
考查名词。句意:如果她们的衣服太宽松,就不能显示出身材,如果太紧,就会减少活动的自由。空处位于介词of后,应用名词movement,意为“移动,活动”,作宾语。
【45题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:她对制作这些传统服饰所需的精细技艺充满热情。句中已有is,因此need需用非谓语动词形式,skills与need之间为被动关系,应用过去分词needed作后置定语,修饰skills。
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 上周末你参加了校学生会组织的“中华美食节”活动,请为校英文报写篇报道,内容包括:
1. 活动情况;
2. 你的感想。
注意:
1. 写作词数应为80个左右;
2. 请在答题卡的相应位置作答。
School Hosts Chinese Food Festival
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【答案】范文:
School Hosts Chinese Food Festival
To promote Chinese food culture and enrich campus life, our school held a Chinese Food Festival last week.
Students from different grades prepared a variety of Chinese food by themselves, ranging from tasty snacks to popular dishes like dumplings, fried rice and tanghulu. Wearing aprons, they showed off their cooking skills at different booths. Afterwards, teachers and students sampled the food, chatted happily and exchanged cooking recipes. Warm smiles and laughter brought the event to a perfect close.
What a wonderful activity! Not only did it let us practise our hands-on skills, but it also deepened our knowledge of Chinese food culture. It truly brought teachers and students closer and brightened our campus life.
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达要求考生为校英文报写篇报道,介绍上周末校学生会组织的“中华美食节”活动。
【详解】1. 词汇积累
品尝:sample → taste
各种各样的:a variety of → various
快乐地:happily → joyfully
点亮:brighten → light up
2. 句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句:To promote Chinese food culture and enrich campus life, our school held a Chinese Food Festival last week.
拓展句:Our school held a Chinese Food Festival last week, whose aim is to promote Chinese food culture and enrich campus life.
【点睛】【高分句型1】To promote Chinese food culture and enrich campus life, our school held a Chinese Food Festival last week. (运用了不定式作目的状语)
【高分句型2】Not only did it let us practise our hands-on skills, but it also deepened our knowledge of Chinese food culture. (运用了Not only置于句首引起的部分倒装句)
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。
Lily was a bright and energetic girl with a heart full of dreams. She lived in a small and comfort town where everyone knew each other. One sunny morning, Lily’s teacher announced a school talent show. The news excited Lily immediately, as she had always loved singing and dreamed of performing on stage.
Without hesitation, Lily signed up for the show. She chose her favourite song and started practising right away. Every day after school, she would go to the park and sing her heart out, imagining the big stage and the cheering audience. However, as the days passed, Lily faced a big problem. She found it difficult to reach some of the high notes in the song. No matter how hard she tried, her voice just wouldn’t cooperate.
Lily started to feel discouraged. She thought about giving up and withdrawing from the talent show. But deep inside, she knew that giving up was not an option. She remembered the words her father always told her, “When life gives you challenges, face them with courage and never give up.”
Determined to overcome the obstacle, Lily decided to ask for help. She went to her music teacher, Mrs. Brown, and explained her problem. Mrs. Brown was very kind and patient. She listened to Lily sing and then gave her some useful tips on how to control her voice and reach the high notes. She also encouraged Lily to practise regularly and believe in herself.
With Mrs. Brown’s guidance, Lily practised even harder. She spent hours every day working on those difficult notes. Sometimes she felt tired and depressed, but she always reminded herself of her dream. Finally, the day of the talent show arrived. Lily was nervous but excited. As she stepped onto the stage and saw the audience looking at her expectantly, her heart raced. But as soon as the music started, she took a deep breath and began to sing.
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。
Lily poured her heart and soul into the song.
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After the show, Lily’s friends and teachers crowded around her.
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【答案】One possible version:
Lily poured her heart and soul into the song. Standing on the stage, her eyes closed, she swung gently with the music. Her voice resounded powerfully and obviously, hitting every note perfectly, especially those high notes that once troubled her. Veins slightly bulged on her neck as she reached for the climax part, and her hands took fast hold on the microphone. The audience sat out of their mind, their eyes fixed on her. When she finished, the whole auditorium erupted into thunderous applause. Lily’s face lit up, and she felt a sense of pride and achievement wash over her, a huge smile spreading across her cheeks.
After the show, Lily’s friends and teachers crowded around her. Her friends, eyes wide with admiration, said, “Lily, that was incredible! Every move was so accurate and full of emotion.” Teachers nodded in agreement, adding, “Your devotion really shone through. The countless hours of practice were evident.” Lily stood there, a shy smile on her face. Glancing around at their supportive faces, she truly understood that through her own hard work, never-giving-up spirit and the encouragement she’d received, she was capable of reaching any goal. This performance wasn’t just an event; it was a life-changing lesson she’d treasure forever.
【解析】
【导语】本文以Lily的唱歌表演为线索展开,讲述了Lily是个爱唱歌的小镇女孩。学校才艺表演的消息让她兴奋不已,她立即报名参加。但练习时她发现无法唱好高音部分,一度想放弃。在父亲“永不放弃”的鼓励下,她向音乐老师求助。经过刻苦训练,表演当天她完美演绎了整首歌,特别是那些曾困扰她的高音,赢得全场喝彩。这次经历让她明白:坚持和努力能让梦想成真。
【详解】1. 段落续写:
①由第一段首句内容“Lily全身心地投入到这首歌中。”可知,第一段可描写Lily的表演很成功,她顺利完成高音部分的演唱,观众们纷纷鼓掌喝彩。
②由第二段首句内容“演出结束后,Lily的朋友和老师围在她周围。”可知,第二段可描写朋友表达对Lily的赞美,老师也肯定Lily的努力和成果,Lily明白了达成目标靠的是永不放弃的精神、自己的努力还有他人的支持。
2. 续写线索:Lily投入地演唱——Lily出色的表演——观众的反应——演出结束——朋友和老师的赞美与肯定——Lily的感悟
3. 词汇激活
行为类
①结束:finish/end
②收到:receive/get/obtain
③珍视:treasure/cherish
情绪类
①钦佩:admiration/esteem
②害羞的:shy/bashful
【点睛】[高分句型1] Her voice resounded powerfully and obviously, hitting every note perfectly, especially those high notes that once troubled her. (现在分词短语作状语、that引导限制性定语从句)
[高分句型2] Glancing around at their supportive faces, she truly understood that through her own hard work, never-giving-up spirit and the encouragement she’d received, she was capable of reaching any goal. (现在分词短语作状语、that引导宾语从句和省略关系代词that/which的定语从句)
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