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山东省东营市2025-2026学年第二学期期末学业质量评价 高二《英语》试题 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分) 做题时，先将答案标在试卷上，录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡 上。 第一节（共5小题：每小题1.5分，满分7.5分) 听下面5段对话。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。每段录音播放两遍。 1. What does the woman want to become? A. A panda. B. A bird. C. A cat. 2. Where is the letter from? A. Germany. B. Japan. C. France. 3. What did the woman eat yesterday? A. Eggs. B. Pancakes. C. Meat pies. 4. What will the man do this afternoon? A. Attend a meeting. B. Write a report. C. Go shopping. 5. What is Claire permitted to do? A. Hand in the paper later. B. Take sick leave for a week. C. Let her mother help with the paper. 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。每段录音播放两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. An art course. B. A Chinese artist. C. A famous painting. 7. What will the woman paint? A. A person. B. A bird. C. Fruit. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. What does the woman dislike about Perpignan? A. The concerts. B. The museums. C. The streets. 9. How did the woman plan to spend most evenings in Perpignan? A. Going to art clubs. B. Reading books. C. Attending parties. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10. Where is the conversation taking place? A. On an island. B. On a boat. C. In a zoo. 11. How is the weather now? A. Windy. B. Sunny. C. Rainy. 12. What do the speakers see at the end? A. A dolphin. B. A sea bird. C. A whale. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。 13. Why won't Susan go on vacation this year? A. She has used up her leave. B. She hasn't finished her project. C. She has got a higher position recently 14. What does Susan think of losing her vacation? A. It's acceptable. B. It's unexpected. C. It's unfair. 15. Where does James work? A. In a law firm. B. In a travel agency. C. In an advertising firm. 16. Who are the speakers? A. Colleagues. B. Friends. C. A couple. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. When did King Charles III graduate from the University of Cambridge? A. In 1964 B. In 1967. C. In 1971. 18. What does King Charles I always talk about in TV shows? A. The future of art. B. Environment protection. C. The importance of history. 19. What happened to King Charles III in 1980? A. He directed a cartoon film. B. He named a type of tree frog. C. He finished a children's book. 20. What do King Charles II and Queen Elizabeth I have in common? A. They are both good at horse riding. B. They are both experts of building. C. They are both talented musicians. 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，选出最佳答案。 A Help restore and maintain gardens once tended by the island’s military and prison residents. For more than a century, the Alcatraz gardens have served as a symbol of human spirit and sustainable gardening, making them a place of exceptional and lasting significance. We’ll preserve the historic gardens, adding life, color, and energy to them while exploring their remarkable past. Stewardship Program Volunteers of all levels of experience help care for the restored gardens with activities such as weeding, composting, planting, and seed collecting. Volunteers must participate on a weekly basis. As an added bonus, volunteers arrive on Alcatraz before other visitors, so you can experience the island during the most peaceful time of day. Please note, registration is required. Time: Every Wednesday or Thursday, 8:00 am–12:00 pm. Guide Program This program looks for volunteers to share the extraordinary history of the wonderful gardens with island visitors. Volunteers are trained to lead walking garden tours as well as “Ask the Gardener” casual garden viewing. Training is offered year-round with an experienced instructor providing constructive feedback. You must commit to two shifts each month for at least one year. Time: All the weekends. Requirements ● Volunteers aged 15 and up are welcome. ● We’ll be working rain or shine. Wear clothes that can get dirty. Long pants and closed-toe shoes are required. Bring layers for changing weather and rain gear if necessary. ● Bring a personal water bottle and sunscreen. ● No experience necessary. Training and tools will be provided. ● Groups require special arrangements and must be confirmed in advance. Schools and community groups: Fill out the Group Project Request Form. 1. What is the main purpose of the volunteer program? A. To turn the garden into a tourist attraction. B. To sustain the gardens and spread their history. C. To promote the concept of sustainable gardening. D. To provide community opportunities for teenagers. 2. What do the two programs have in common concerning volunteers? A. Working on weekends. B. Arriving before visitors. C. Giving a time guarantee. D. Cooperating with instructors. 3. What is required for individuals to join the programs? A. Dressing for the job. B. Personal gardening tools. C. Getting arrangements confirmed. D. Previous community experience. 【答案】1. B 2. C 3. A 【解析】 【导语】本文主要介绍的是恶魔岛花园志愿者项目的相关信息，包含两个不同的志愿者子项目的内容、时间以及参与要求等相关信息。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段“Help restore and maintain gardens once tended by the island’s military and prison residents. (帮助恢复和维护曾经由岛上驻军与监狱囚犯照料的花园。)”以及”We’ll preserve the historic gardens, adding life, color, and energy to them while exploring their remarkable past. (我们将保护这些历史花园，为它们增添生机、色彩和活力，同时探索它们非凡的过去。)”可知，志愿者项目的主要目的是维护花园并传播其历史。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。根据Stewardship Program部分“Volunteers must participate on a weekly basis. (志愿者必须每周参加。)”以及Guide Program部分“You must commit to two shifts each month for at least one year. (你必须承诺每月轮班两次，且至少持续一年。)”可知，两个项目的共同点是都要求志愿者保证一定的时间投入。 【3题详解】 细节理解题。根据Requirements部分“Wear clothes that can get dirty. Long pants and closed-toe shoes are required. Bring layers for changing weather and rain gear if necessary. (穿可以弄脏的衣服。必须穿长裤和包趾鞋。为变化的天气带多层衣物，必要时带雨具。)”可知，个人参与者需要穿着适合工作的服装。 B In the 2022‒2024 season, U.S. beekeepers reported an astonishing decline of their colonies, which was driven by poor nutrition and pesticides. Dr. Ramsey, a scientific expert, believes bees need a new “narrative” — a fresh story that helps the world understand their importance. Through creative methods like songs and documentaries, he aims to “reboot” public understanding of these important pollinators (传粉者). Interestingly, Ramsey’s passion for insects started with a deep fear. As a child, he was so afraid of them that he refused to play in the grass. His fear even affected his sleep and he would require his father to “hunt” imaginary monsters (怪兽) in his room before he could finally close his eyes. His parents eventually intervened with a life-changing principle: People fear what they don’t understand. They encouraged him to learn about bugs through books. This was a turning point. His fear quickly turned into fascination, and by age seven, he declared his dream of becoming an insect scientist. He realized that insects were not monsters but fascinating creatures with complex lives. As he grew, Ramsey’s curiosity shifted toward how different species interact. Today, he is crazy about honey bee parasites, which are small organisms that live on bees and harm them. His work is so influential that he received the Wayfinder Award in 2025 for leading a new age of exploration in this field. Ramsey’s journey from a terrified child to a leading explorer shows the power of knowledge. “I have a different way of looking at the world that causes me to ask different questions,” he says. By changing how we see bees, Ramsey is not just saving an insect; he is protecting the future of our ecosystem. 4. Why does Ramsey use creative media in his work? A. To display his talents. B. To track bees’ colony losses. C. To record bees’ behavior. D. To reshape bees’ public image. 5. What can we know about Ramsey from paragraph 2? A. He enjoyed playing in the grass. B. He was consumed by fear of insects. C. He was brave enough to hunt insects. D. He had a strong curiosity about nature. 6. What made Ramsey crazy about insects? A. His parents’ intervention. B. Insects’ complex lives. C. Knowledge of insects. D. His dream of being a scientist. 7. What is the best title for the text? A. Journey to Overcome Fear B. Bees: from Dying Out to Surviving C. Bee Colonies: from Loss to Recovery D. Transformation from Hater into Protector 【答案】4. D 5. B 6. C 7. D 【解析】 【导语】本文主要讲述了拉姆齐幼时惧怕昆虫，在父母引导下学习昆虫知识后爱上昆虫，成长为蜜蜂研究专家；他借助多种创意形式扭转大众对蜜蜂的看法，投身蜜蜂保护事业，诠释了知识能够消除恐惧、守护生态的道理。 【4题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段中的“Dr. Ramsey, a scientific expert, believes bees need a new “narrative” — a fresh story that helps the world understand their importance. Through creative methods like songs and documentaries, he aims to “reboot” public understanding of these important pollinators.(拉姆齐博士是一名科研专家，他认为蜜蜂需要一套全新的‘叙事视角’——也就是一个能让全世界知晓其重要性的全新解读。他借助歌曲、纪录片这类富有创意的形式，力求重塑公众对这些关键传粉昆虫的认知。)”可知，拉姆齐借助各类创意形式是为了重塑蜜蜂的公众形象，让大众以全新视角理解蜜蜂的重要性。 【5题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“As a child, he was so afraid of them that he refused to play in the grass. His fear even affected his sleep and he would require his father to “hunt” imaginary monsters in his room before he could finally close his eyes.(孩童时期，他十分害怕昆虫，以至于不肯去草地上玩耍。这份恐惧甚至影响到了他的睡眠，每晚他都要让父亲先去房间里驱赶想象中的怪物，才肯闭上眼睛睡觉。)”可知，童年时期的拉姆齐深受对昆虫的恐惧困扰，这份恐惧甚至影响了他的日常活动和睡眠。 【6题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段“His parents eventually intervened with a life-changing principle: People fear what they don’t understand. They encouraged him to learn about bugs through books. This was a turning point. His fear quickly turned into fascination, and by age seven, he declared his dream of becoming an insect scientist. He realized that insects were not monsters but fascinating creatures with complex lives.(他的父母最终用一句改变他一生的道理开导他：人们会惧怕自己不了解的事物。父母鼓励他通过书籍去了解昆虫。这成了他人生的转折点。他心中的恐惧很快变成了痴迷，七岁时，他就说出自己的梦想是成为一名昆虫科学家。他意识到昆虫并不是怪物，而是有着复杂生命、极具吸引力的生物。)”可知，学习昆虫相关知识让拉姆齐发生了转变，从恐惧者变成了痴迷于昆虫研究的科学家。 【7题详解】 主旨大意题。最后一段中的“Ramsey’s journey from a terrified child to a leading explorer shows the power of knowledge.(拉姆齐从一个惶恐的孩子成长为顶尖探索家的经历，彰显了知识的力量。)”是本文主旨句。文章以拉姆齐的个人经历为主线，讲述了他从童年极度恐惧昆虫，到了解昆虫知识后转变为昆虫科学家，并致力于保护蜜蜂、改变公众认知的过程。全文展现了他从“惧怕者”到“保护者”的蜕变，凸显了知识改变认知并推动生态保护的力量。选项D与文章主旨相吻合，适合作为本文最佳标题。 C When sperm whales communicate with each other, they produce clicks in patterns that may be similar to our own system of language, according to a latest study from CETI (Cetacean Translation Initiative) and its co-author, David Gruber. When sperm whales communicate — such as when they roll at the surface or prepare for a hunt — they produce rhythmic pulses of clicks called codas. In 2024, CETI discovered that these rhythmic sequences form a kind of “phonetic alphabet”, a rich system of sounds similar to Morse code. When their codas are sped up with the silences removed, they contain elements that function like human vowels. So far, two whale “vowels” have been identified, distinct sounds similar to our “a” and “I”. CETI’s linguistics lead, Gašper Beguš, has studied ancient languages like Hittite, Tocharian, and Sanskrit and now focuses on decoding sperm whale communication. His team analyzed over 1,100 sperm whale codas, which were recorded through hydrophones in a wild population of 15 females and calves living off the Caribbean island of Dominica. They found that whale vowels have different lengths, with “a-codas” lasting significantly longer than their “i-codas” — a feature similar to human vowels. Most strikingly, whales show coarticulation: the first click of a whale vowel is sometimes shaped by the one that came before, a key feature that is common in human language. “The findings suggest sperm whale communication is one of the most complex in the animal kingdom, with remarkable similarities to our own language.” Gruber says, “It’s a really nice example of the further parallels between animal communication and human language.” He notes that we’re already starting to predict simplistic behaviors, like diving, based on their voices, but we still have a long way to go to truly understand their complex communications. 8. What did CETI find about sperm whale codas in 2024? A. They contain human vowels. B. They sound like human speech. C. They lose meaning when sped up. D. They are made mostly for hunting. 9. What does the underlined word “coarticulation” in paragraph 3 probably mean? A. Two sounds have the same length. B. The same sound pattern is repeated. C. Sounds are produced at the same time. D. One sound is influenced by a nearby sound. 10. What does Gruber think of the study findings? A. Limited. B. Decisive. C. Contradictory. D. Significant. 11. What may be discussed in the following paragraph? A. Main factors affecting sperm whale language. B. Practical applications of sperm whale sounds. C. Further research to decode sperm whale language. D. Comparison between various whale communications. 【答案】8. B 9. D 10. D 11. C 【解析】 【导语】本文介绍CETI的研究发现，抹香鲸的尾音信号拥有类似人类语言的语音特征，但人类距离完全破译它们的交流还有很长的路要走。 【8题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段“In 2024, CETI discovered that these rhythmic sequences form a kind of “phonetic alphabet”, a rich system of sounds similar to Morse code. When their codas are sped up with the silences removed, they contain elements that function like human vowels.(2024年，CETI发现这些有节奏的序列构成一种“语音字母表”，一套类似摩尔斯电码的丰富声音系统。当把它们的尾音信号加速并去除静音间隔后，其中包含起到人类元音作用的成分。)”可知，抹香鲸的尾音信号具备类似人类言语的声音要素。 【9题详解】 词句猜测题。根据第三段“Most strikingly, whales show coarticulation: the first click of a whale vowel is sometimes shaped by the one that came before, a key feature that is common in human language.(最为引人注目的是，抹香鲸表现出coarticulation：一个鲸类元音的第一次咔嗒脉冲声有时会受前一个声音的影响，这是人类语言中十分普遍的关键特征。)”可知，coarticulation指一个声音会受到邻近声音的影响。 【10题详解】 推理判断题。根据第四段““The findings suggest sperm whale communication is one of the most complex in the animal kingdom, with remarkable similarities to our own language.” Gruber says, “It’s a really nice example of the further parallels between animal communication and human language.”(Gruber说：“这些发现表明抹香鲸的交流方式属于动物界中最为复杂的一类，和我们人类的语言有着显著的相似之处。这是动物交流与人类语言存在更多相似点的绝佳例证。”)”可知，Gruber认为这项研究发现意义重大。 【11题详解】 推理判断题。根据第四段“He notes that we’re already starting to predict simplistic behaviors, like diving, based on their voices, but we still have a long way to go to truly understand their complex communications.(他指出我们已经开始依据它们的声音预测潜水这类简单行为，但是想要真正理解它们复杂的交流，我们还有很长的路要走。)”可知，下文很可能会介绍破译抹香鲸语言的后续研究。 D Any birder knows the thrill of identifying a new species. Recently, a woman noticed an unfamiliar woodpecker (啄木鸟). Curious, she fished out her phone and soon got the answer on her phone app. Scientists usually regard curiosity as motivation for discovering new information and learning, noting people tend to seek answers quickly. Previous research showed that when given a choice, people generally opted for the fastest path to resolution. But this picture of curiosity is incomplete. In a study published, the researchers explored whether there are multiple forms of curiosity. More than 2,000 people aged 19 to 76 years were asked to watch a series of short videos, each starting with a blank screen. A line would then appear, gradually taking shape. While the participants watched each video, they were asked to assess their level of inquiring mind about the final form of the drawing, on a scale of 1 to 100. Their responses enabled the researchers to evaluate how curiosity shifted with the unfolding content. Participants were also offered two options: follow the slow progress of the drawing or skip straight to the ending to see the complete image at once. The research found that although natural curiosity can indeed drive an urgent desire for answers, it can also generate more patience, setting people up for moments of discovery. Participants with higher levels of curiosity about the final shape tended to follow its gradual development instead of skipping to the answer. The study underlines the complexity of curiosity, opening new ways for further research. “Considering curiosity as going beyond the need for quick answers also highlights the power of what happens when we engage with uncertainty: pondering (深思) and anticipating answers can improve learning and memory,” said Rooth Moran, leader of the study. “Learning new things can be tough, but taking advantage of curiosity can help us enjoy the process of learning and delight in overcoming challenges as we work out a mystery.” 12. What do scientists generally believe about curiosity? A. It makes people entirely impatient. B. It quickens people’s pursuit of answers. C. It slows people’s pace of making discoveries. D. It forces people to make an immediate decision. 13. How was participants’ curiosity measured in the study? A. By scoring their inner desire. B. By recording their watching times. C. By comparing their watching speeds. D. By observing their instant responses. 14. What is the major finding of the research? A. Less curiosity, more patience. B. Less curiosity, fewer discoveries. C. Curiosity strong, process favored. D. Curiosity strong, result prioritized. 15. What are Rooth Moran’s remarks about? A. The value of curiosity in learning. B. The hidden reasons behind curiosity. C. The way to make the most of curiosity. D. The difficulty in overcoming curiosity. 【答案】12. B 13. A 14. C 15. A 【解析】 【导语】文章介绍了一项关于好奇心的研究，研究表明好奇心不只是促使人们急于寻找答案，强烈的好奇心同样让人愿意耐心等待、享受探索过程。 【12题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段“Scientists usually regard curiosity as motivation for discovering new information and learning, noting people tend to seek answers quickly.(科学家通常把好奇心视作发掘新信息与开展学习的动力，指出人们倾向于快速寻找答案。)”可知，科学家普遍认为好奇心会加快人们寻求答案的速度。 【13题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段“While the participants watched each video, they were asked to assess their level of inquiring mind about the final form of the drawing, on a scale of 1 to 100.(参与者观看每一段视频时，研究人员要求他们按照1到100分的分值，评估自己对于图案最终形态的好奇程度。)”可知，研究通过参与者打分，评估内心好奇程度来衡量好奇心。 【14题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段“Participants with higher levels of curiosity about the final shape tended to follow its gradual development instead of skipping to the answer.(对最终图案好奇心更强的参与者，往往选择观察图案逐步成型，而不是直接跳到结果。)”可知，好奇心越强的人，越愿意等待过程，而非直接跳到结果。 【15题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段““Considering curiosity as going beyond the need for quick answers also highlights the power of what happens when we engage with uncertainty: pondering (深思) and anticipating answers can improve learning and memory,” said Rooth Moran, leader of the study. “Learning new things can be tough, but taking advantage of curiosity can help us enjoy the process of learning and delight in overcoming challenges as we work out a mystery.”(该研究负责人Rooth Moran表示：“把好奇心视作超越快速获取答案需求的事物，这一点同样凸显了我们面对未知时所产生事物的作用：深思和预判答案可以提升学习效果与记忆力。学习新事物或许很难，但利用好奇心可以帮助我们享受学习的过程，并且在解开谜团的过程中，因克服挑战而感到愉悦。”)”可知，Rooth Moran的话阐述好奇心在学习当中具备的价值。 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。 Many people hold the fixed opinion that elderly people resist modern digital technology. It is common to see seniors rarely use their mobile phones, or even leave them unused for weeks. They often complain that smartphones, laptops and other digital devices are too complex to master. They doubt the value of modern digital devices, feeling confused when technical problems appear. ____16____ This outdated stereotype used to be acceptable, but it no longer fits today’s reality. ____17____ With digital devices becoming increasingly user-friendly, the elderly are surprisingly quick to adapt to new technology. Besides, various forms of assistance are available for those who still meet difficulties in digital learning. Public support plays a key role in helping seniors embrace digital life. In many countries, free professional training is provided for the elderly. These courses teach them basic digital skills, including sending emails, sharing photos, shopping online and using various practical services. ____18____ It turns out that the elderly have gradually relied on them to keep in touch with family and live independently. Apart from daily communication, the elderly also turn to technology for leisure and entertainment. ____19____ That’s just when convenient digital tools step in. Many seniors join social media groups, take part in online puzzle games and make new friends online. Such activities effectively activate their brains and enrich their daily life. More importantly, digital technology offers great support for seniors with limited mobility. It helps them fight loneliness and seek help instantly in emergencies. ____20____ To top it off, the future will see lower prices and simpler operation, further improving their later life. And the elderly will surely go a long way down this path. A. Seniors are unwilling to learn new technical skills. B. Old people are actually open to modern technology. C. Technology has greatly enriched their spare-time life. D. Instead, they prefer traditional ways like posting letters. E. Extremely popular worldwide are classes for digital tools. F. Abundant spare time drives them to explore and record new life experiences. G. In some regions, intelligent robots even guide and track their daily workouts. 【答案】16. D 17. B 18. E 19. F 20. G 【解析】 【导语】本文主要介绍了老年人并非抗拒数字技术，如今在政策扶持与设备优化下，他们积极拥抱数字生活，既丰富了日常娱乐，也提升了养老质量。 【16题详解】 上文“They often complain that smartphones, laptops and other digital devices are too complex to master. They doubt the value of modern digital devices, feeling confused when technical problems appear. (他们经常抱怨智能手机、笔记本电脑和其他数字设备太复杂，无法掌握。他们质疑现代数字设备的价值，遇到技术问题时感到困惑)”描述了老年人因觉得设备复杂而抵触使用的现状，D选项“Instead, they prefer traditional ways like posting letters. (相反，他们更喜欢寄信等传统方式)”中的Instead形成转折，承接上文说明老年人在拒绝复杂设备后的替代选择，符合语境。 【17题详解】 上文“This outdated stereotype used to be acceptable, but it no longer fits today’s reality. (这种过时的刻板印象过去尚可接受，但如今已不符合现实)”否定了“老年人抗拒科技”的旧观念，下文“With digital devices becoming increasingly user-friendly, the elderly are surprisingly quick to adapt to new technology. (随着数字设备日益人性化，老年人适应新技术的速度惊人)”具体阐述老年人对新技术的积极态度，B选项“Old people are actually open to modern technology. (老年人实际上对现代技术持开放态度)”承接上文，且是对下文内容的概括，符合语境。 【18题详解】 上文“In many countries, free professional training is provided for the elderly. These courses teach them basic digital skills, including sending emails, sharing photos, shopping online and using various practical services. (在许多国家，为老年人提供免费的专业培训。这些课程教授他们基本的数字技能，包括发送电子邮件、分享照片、在线购物和使用各种实用服务)”提到针对老年人的数字技能培训课程，E选项“Extremely popular worldwide are classes for digital tools. (数字工具课程在全球范围内极受欢迎)”进一步强调此类课程的普及度，与下文“It turns out that the elderly have gradually relied on them to keep in touch with family and live independently. (事实证明，老年人逐渐依靠它们与家人保持联系，独立生活)”中的代词them（指代courses/classes）形成指代呼应，符合语境。 【19题详解】 上文“Apart from daily communication, the elderly also turn to technology for leisure and entertainment. (除了日常交流，老年人还借助科技进行休闲娱乐)”提出科技服务老人休闲娱乐，下文“That’s just when convenient digital tools step in. Many seniors join social media groups, take part in online puzzle games and make new friends online. (这正是便捷的数字工具介入的时候。许多老年人加入社交媒体群，玩线上解谜游戏，在网上交新朋友)”介绍线上休闲的具体表现。F选项“Abundant spare time drives them to explore and record new life experiences.(充裕的空闲时间促使他们去探索、记录全新生活体验)”解释老年人进行线上休闲的动因，引出下文事例，符合语境。 【20题详解】 上文“More importantly, digital technology offers great support for seniors with limited mobility. It helps them fight loneliness and seek help instantly in emergencies. (更重要的是，数字技术为行动不便的老年人提供了巨大支持，帮助他们对抗孤独并在紧急情况下即时求助)”阐述科技的多重助老功能，G选项“In some regions, intelligent robots even guide and track their daily workouts. (在一些地区，智能机器人甚至能指导和追踪他们的日常锻炼)”是对上文“great support”的具体延伸，通过智能机器人的例子进一步说明科技的助老应用场景，符合语境。 第三部分 语言知识运用 (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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和 D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 A surprising new hobby taught me there’s more than one way to be flexible. By my early 40s, I had ____21____ all the hobbies that were supposed to make me feel better about entering middle age. I had taken a drama class, started learning a new language and ____22____ myself into a craft, but all the efforts were ____23____. And then, at the ____24____ of my desperation, I decided to sign up for a ballet class. “But you’re not very ____25____,” my husband gently reminded me. He wasn’t wrong. I nearly ____26____ myself the one time I tried to lift my leg in an attempt to stretch. But I was determined to give it a try. I needed to ____27____ that my body was capable of movement and grace. In the first ballet class, my teacher told me that ballet wasn’t about being ____28____. I hadn’t expected any of it to stick. After all, this wasn’t my first time in a ballet studio. ____29____ this time around, the exact same things that had made me flee as a 10-year-old now brought a certain ____30____. Whenever I felt bad for my lack of grace, my teacher never failed to remind me that ballet wasn’t about perfection, but about ____31____ for perfection. Slowly, I started becoming ____32____ more comfortable with the body. My posture still needs refining but the idea that my body is still a work in ____33____ encourages me. Instead of noticing only the beginnings of older age falling on me, I’m amazed at what my body is capable of as I stand with more ____34____ and courage. Now when I do my ballet class, I focus on my breathing and move my body in ways that always ____35____ me and remind me of everything that is possible. 21. A. exhausted B. avoided C. wasted D. missed 22. A. thrown B. taken C. tricked D. broken 23. A. in order B. in secret C. in store D. in vain 24. A. bottom B. height C. end D. start 25. A. patient B. strong C. flexible D. careful 26. A. injured B. depressed C. controlled D. balanced 27. A. assume B. confirm C. resolve D. expect 28. A. honest B. patient C. perfect D. brave 29. A. Or B. So C. And D. But 30. A. joy B. regret C. fantasy D. shame 31. A. asking B. seeking C. waiting D. longing 32. A. nearly B. greatly C. gradually D. totally 33. A. conflict B. deadlock C. demand D. progress 34. A. patience B. confidence C. intelligence D. independence 35. A. trouble B. instruct C. capture D. challenge 【答案】21. A 22. A 23. D 24. B 25. C 26. A 27. B 28. C 29. D 30. A 31. B 32. C 33. D 34. B 35. D 【解析】 【导语】本文讲述了四十多岁时，作者尝试多种爱好均徒劳无功。走投无路之际她报名芭蕾舞课。尽管身体柔韧性不够，可这次芭蕾学习不再带给她挫败，教师引导她不必追求完美，而是努力追求完美。这段经历让作者重新认识自己的身体，学会接纳自我。 【21题详解】 考查动词。句意：四十岁出头时，我已经尝试了所有本该让我在进入中年时感觉更好的爱好。A. exhausted耗尽，用完；B. avoided避免；C. wasted浪费；D. missed错过。根据下文“I had taken a drama class, started learning a new language and myself into a craft”可知，作者尝试了各类爱好，exhausted在这里可引申为“尝试遍”。 【22题详解】 考查动词。句意：我参加戏剧课、开始学习一门新语言，还投身于一门手工艺，但是所有努力都徒劳无功。A. thrown投身，投入；B. taken拿走，带走；C. tricked欺骗；D. broken打破。根据下文“myself into a craft”可知，此处指全身心投入手工艺，throw oneself into sth.为固定搭配，意为“投身于、全身心投入某事”。 【23题详解】 考查介词短语。句意：我参加戏剧课、开始学习一门新语言，还投身于一门手工艺，但是所有努力都徒劳无功。A. in order有序；B. in secret秘密地；C. in store即将发生；D. in vain徒劳。根据句中but和下文“I decided to sign up for a ballet class”可知，作者尝试多种爱好之后仍然选择新爱好，说明之前所有尝试都没有效果。 【24题详解】 考查名词。句意：然后，就在我绝望达到顶峰的时候，我决定报名芭蕾舞课程。A. bottom底部；B. height高度，顶点；C. end末尾；D. start开端。根据上文“all the efforts were ”可知，多次尝试失败，作者绝望至极，at the height of desperation表示“绝望的顶点”。 【25题详解】 考查形容词。句意：“但是你的柔韧性不太好。”丈夫温和地提醒我。A. patient耐心的；B. strong强壮的；C. flexible柔韧的；D. careful细心的。根据下文“I nearly myself the one time I tried to lift my leg in an attempt to stretch”可知，作者柔韧性不太好。 【26题详解】 考查动词。句意：有一次我试着抬腿拉伸，差点伤到自己。A. injured使受伤；B. depressed使沮丧；C. controlled控制；D. balanced平衡。根据上文“you’re not very ”和“He wasn’t wrong.”可知，作者柔韧性不足，抬腿拉伸很容易受伤。 【27题详解】 考查动词。句意：我需要证实我的身体能够做出优雅的动作。A. assume假定；B. confirm证实；C. resolve决心；D. expect期待。根据上文“I was determined to give it a try”可知，作者希望通过芭蕾证实自己的身体可以灵活优雅。 【28题详解】 考查形容词。句意：第一节芭蕾课上，老师告诉我芭蕾无关完美。A. honest诚实的；B. patient耐心的；C. perfect完美的；D. brave勇敢的。根据下文第三段“remind me that ballet wasn’t about perfection”可知，老师告诉作者芭蕾无关完美。 【29题详解】 考查连词。句意：但这一次，那些在我十岁时令我逃离的同样的事情，如今却带来了某种愉悦。A. Or或者；B. So因此；C. And并且；D. But但是。根据上文“this wasn’t my first time in a ballet studio”和下文“now brought a certain ”可知，前后构成转折关系。 【30题详解】 考查名词。句意：但这一次，那些在我十岁时令我逃离的同样的事情，如今却带来了某种愉悦。A. joy愉悦；B. regret遗憾；C. fantasy幻想；D. shame羞愧。根据下文最后一段“I’m amazed at what my body is capable of as I stand with more and courage”可知，芭蕾带给作者愉悦感受。 【31题详解】 考查动词。句意：每当我为自己不够优雅而难过时，老师总会提醒我：芭蕾不在于完美，而在于追寻完美。A. asking询问；B. seeking追寻；C. waiting等待；D. longing渴望。根据下文“My posture still needs refining”可知，芭蕾重点在于不断追寻完美。 【32题详解】 考查副词。句意：慢慢地，我开始逐渐对自己的身体更加适应。A. nearly几乎；B. greatly非常；C. gradually逐渐地；D. totally完全地。根据上文“Slowly”可知，作者逐渐地对自己的身体更加适应。 【33题详解】 考查名词。句意：我的体态仍有待改善，但“我的身体仍在不断完善”这个想法鼓舞着我。A. conflict冲突；B. deadlock僵局；C. demand要求；D. progress进展。根据下文“encourages me”可知，作者认为她的体态不断改善的想法激励着自己。 【34题详解】 考查名词。句意：我不再只留意自己身上发生的衰老迹象，而是站立时拥有更多自信与勇气，惊叹于自己身体蕴藏的潜能。A. patience耐心；B. confidence自信；C. intelligence智力；D. independence独立。根据下文“and courage”可知，此处and连接并列名词，词义相近，表示自信与勇气。 【35题详解】 考查动词。句意：如今上芭蕾课时，我专注呼吸，用不断挑战自己的方式活动身体，提醒自己一切皆有可能。A. trouble困扰；B. instruct指导；C. capture捕获；D. challenge挑战。根据上文“I’m amazed at what my body is capable of”可知，芭蕾动作持续挑战作者，让作者惊叹于自己身体的潜能。 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。 In Tanzhesi, Beijing, an ancient town named after the historical Tanzhe Temple, a lively coffee festival was held. A long line of people, especially cyclists, ____36____ (snake) away from the Snow Peak Cafe's stand, waiting patiently for a taste of their ____37____ (tailor) offerings — electrolyte Americano (电解质美式咖啡). This scene is showing a quiet revolution ____38____ modern lifestyle is integrated with rural development in the capital's western suburbs. Last month saw the Tanzhesi Town Coffee Culture Festival ____39____ (feature) Snow Peak Café, one of several brands that have established ____40____ (they) in the town in recent years. “This particular product was created specifically for cyclists after intense physical exertion, to help refresh their bodies and energy,” says Zhu Mingbo, owner of the cafe. Its special offerings have earned the cafe widespread ____41____ (recognize) among the cycling community. “The rise of coffee here was ____42____ natural effect. At first, it might have just been people bringing their own cups while cycling or sightseeing,” says Zhu. The local administration then picked up on this trend and rolled out ____43____ (favor) policies to support the local coffee business. The coffee-driven approach is yielding positive results: the town attracted more than 3 million visitors last year. Using coffee as a small ____44____ powerful point of entry, the festival represents an important step toward building a national-level tourism resort, highlighting the mix of traditional culture and contemporary lifestyles, and strengthening its identity ____45____ a destination for creative rural development. 【答案】36. snaked##were snaking##was snaking 37. tailored 38. where 39. featuring 40. themselves 41. recognition 42. a 43. favorable 44. but 45. as 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了北京潭柘寺镇借咖啡文化节，将特色咖啡业态融入乡村旅游，以“小切口”推动传统与现代融合，助力乡村振兴。 【36题详解】 考查动词时态。句意：一长队人，尤其是骑行者，从雪峰咖啡的摊位蜿蜒而出，耐心等待着品尝他们量身定制的饮品——电解质美式咖啡。空处为句子的谓语，根据上下文语境可知，此处描述过去发生的事件，应用一般过去时，snake作动词时意为“蜿蜒前行”，其过去式为snaked；或结合下文This scene，可看作本句描述过去正在进行的动作，使用过去进行时，主语是A long line of people，看作整体或强调个体，be动词使用were或was均可。 【37题详解】 考查形容词。句意同上。空处用于名词offerings之前，应用形容词tailored“量身定制的”，作定语。 【38题详解】 考查定语从句。句意：这一场景正展示着一场静悄悄的革命，在这场革命中，现代生活方式与首都西郊的乡村发展相融合。空处引导限制性定语从句，先行词为revolution，关系词替代先行词在从句中作地点状语，应用关系副词where引导。 【39题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：上个月，以雪峰咖啡馆（近年来在该镇落户的品牌之一）为特色的潭柘寺镇咖啡文化节举行。空处为宾语the Tanzhesi Town Coffee Culture Festival的后置定语，feature与festival之间为主动关系，应用现在分词featuring作定语。 【40题详解】 考查反身代词。句意同上。空处作established的宾语，指代主语several brands，应用反身代词themselves，establish oneself意为“立足，安顿下来”。 【41题详解】 考查名词。句意：它的特色产品为这家咖啡馆在骑行圈赢得了广泛的认可。空处作earned的宾语，且被形容词widespread修饰，应用名词recognition“认可”，为不可数名词。 【42题详解】 考查冠词。句意：咖啡在这里的兴起是一个自然而然的结果。空处修饰可数名词单数effect，表泛指，且natural的发音以辅音音素开头，应用不定冠词a。 【43题详解】 考查形容词。句意：随后，当地管理部门捕捉到这一趋势，推出了扶持政策以支持当地咖啡产业。空处用于名词policies之前，应用形容词favorable“有利的，优惠的”作定语。 【44题详解】 考查连词。句意：使用咖啡作为一个微小却有力的切入点，该文化节是迈向建设国家级旅游度假区的重要一步，突出了传统文化和当代生活方式的融合，并加强了其作为创意农村发展目的地的身份。空处连接形容词small和powerful，两者为转折对比关系，应用连词but连接。 【45题详解】 考查介词。句意同上。空处表示“作为，以……身份”，应用介词as。 第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分40分 ) 第一节 (满分15分) 46. 假定你是李华，在学校举办的环保主题海报设计比赛中，你设计的海报获得了一等奖。请你在英语社团活动中分享你的作品，内容包括： （1）作品介绍； （2）参赛感想。 注意： （1）写作词数应为80左右； （2）可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。 Dear fellow members, _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Thank you for listening! 【答案】Dear fellow members, I’m thrilled to share my award-winning poster for the “Go Green” competition. Titled “One Earth, One Future”, it features a split scene: one half shows a lush forest with birds singing, while the other half is a barren land with a single withered tree. A bold slogan, “Act Now or Lose It All,” runs across the middle. I used recycled paper and natural pigments to reinforce the message. Entering this contest made me realize that creativity can be a powerful tool for change. I’m grateful for the recognition, but more importantly, I hope my work inspires all of us to take small daily actions — like saving water and reducing waste — because every effort counts. Thank you for listening! 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达要求考生以李华的身份在英语社团活动中分享自己获得一等奖的环保主题海报，内容包括作品介绍和参赛感想。 【详解】1. 词汇积累 展示：show → display 参加：enter → participate in 意识到：realize → perceive 感激的：be grateful for → be appreciative of 2. 句式拓展 简单句变复合句 原句：I’m thrilled to share my award-winning poster for the “Go Green” competition. 拓展句：I’m thrilled to share my poster which has won an award for the “Go Green” competition. 【点睛】【高分句型1】Titled “One Earth, One Future”, it features a split scene: one half shows a lush forest with birds singing, while the other half is a barren land with a single withered tree.(运用了过去分词短语作状语和while连接的并列句) 【高分句型2】Entering this contest made me realize that creativity can be a powerful tool for change.(运用了动名词短语作主语和that引导的宾语从句) 第二节 (满分25分) 47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 I’ve spent my adult life as a college professor teaching people how to think more creatively and use more of their brainpower. Interestingly, this lifetime passion was awakened by a casual contest when I was a child. At a family picnic for employees of the company where my father worked, they held contests for the children. I was 13, full of enthusiasm and the spirit of competition, so I launched myself into the contests. The grand final, the handkerchief-throwing contest, I realize now, was not meant to demonstrate any real skill, but simply for laughs. But it stirred my love of thinking outside the box. The host gave each of the dozen children a cloth handkerchief and told us the winner would be the one who threw it the farthest. The first throwers, the little ones, took mighty wind-ups, but when the cloth left their hands, it opened and flew to the ground a few inches in front of them. The next kids threw harder and harder, but with no better results. The older the children, the more the crowd laughed at the poor results. It was obvious that using the same technique would not work. “Think out of the box!” I said to myself. Suppose I tied a rock inside the handkerchief? No, it was “throw a handkerchief,” not a rock and a handkerchief. When they inspected it, I’d be disqualified. The secret was not to throw harder but to keep the cloth from opening. I had to make the handkerchief fly like a rock. Like a rock! That was it! I began tying the handkerchief around itself to make it small and hard, like a rock. When I approached the line, people were laughing already, anticipating a tall, big boy like me throwing it a few inches. I took a long wind-up, and the balled handkerchief rocketed off into the trees maybe 60 feet away. 注意： (1) 续写词数应为150左右。 (2) 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Paragraph 1: “That’s not fair,” a man said. “It’s cheating.” _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Paragraph 2: Inspired, the rest kids started to explore other ways to throw farther. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】 Paragraph 1: “That’s not fair,” a man said. “It’s cheating.” Murmurs of agreement rippled through the crowd. My face burned with embarrassment — had I really broken the rules? But the host stepped forward and picked up my handkerchief. He examined it carefully, then turned to the audience. “The rule said ‘throw a handkerchief,’” he announced. “It didn’t say you couldn’t fold it. This young man used his brain. That’s not cheating — that’s creativity!” A round of applause replaced the complaints. That moment taught me a lesson: constraints are not walls, but invitations to think differently. Paragraph 2: Inspired, the rest kids started to explore other ways to throw farther. One girl tied her handkerchief to a small stick and flung it like a spear. Another boy wet his handkerchief and twisted it into a tight rope, sending it spinning through the air like a propeller. Each child experimented with wild, imaginative methods. Even the little ones, who had failed earlier, now ran back to the line with newfound determination. That day, a simple contest transformed into a celebration of ingenuity. And for me, it ignited a lifelong passion for creative thinking. 【解析】 【导语】本文以童年野餐会上的一场手帕投掷比赛为线索展开，讲述了作者13岁时参加父亲公司家庭野餐会上的手帕投掷比赛，面对“手帕难以扔远”的困境，他没有像其他孩子一样用蛮力硬扔，而是跳出思维定势，将手帕折叠成球状，使其像石头一样飞出很远，其创造性做法获得主持人认可，由此激发了对创造性思维的终身热爱。 【详解】1. 段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容可知，本段可描写有人质疑作者作弊，引发人群骚动，作者感到尴尬不安，但主持人出面解围，肯定作者的创造性思维，人群由抱怨转为鼓掌，作者内心涌起自豪感并领悟到“约束是邀请我们换个角度思考”的人生道理。 ②由第二段首句内容可知，本段可描写其他孩子受到启发后纷纷尝试各种富有想象力的投掷方法（如绑在木棍上、拧成绳状旋转飞出等），比赛变成一场创意庆典，甚至之前失败的小孩子也重拾信心，最后点明这次经历点燃了作者对创造性思维的终身热情，升华主题。 2. 续写线索：质疑作弊——尴尬不安——主持解围——掌声雷动——深受启发——创意庆典——终身热爱 3. 词汇激活 行为类： ①检查：examine/inspect ②拧：twist/wring ③旋转：spin/rotate 情绪类： ①尴尬：embarrassment/awkwardness ②决心：determination/resolution 【点睛】【高分句型1】Another boy wet his handkerchief and twisted it into a tight rope, sending it spinning through the air like a propeller. (运用了非谓语短语sending it spinning through the air like a propeller作状语) 【高分句型2】Even the little ones, who had failed earlier, now ran back to the line with newfound determination. (运用了who引导的非限制性定语从句) 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 山东省东营市2025-2026学年第二学期期末学业质量评价 高二《英语》试题 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分) 做题时，先将答案标在试卷上，录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡 上。 第一节（共5小题：每小题1.5分，满分7.5分) 听下面5段对话。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。每段录音播放两遍。 1. What does the woman want to become? A. A panda. B. A bird. C. A cat. 2. Where is the letter from? A. Germany. B. Japan. C. France. 3. What did the woman eat yesterday? A. Eggs. B. Pancakes. C. Meat pies. 4. What will the man do this afternoon? A. Attend a meeting. B. Write a report. C. Go shopping. 5. What is Claire permitted to do? A. Hand in the paper later. B. Take sick leave for a week. C. Let her mother help with the paper. 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。每段录音播放两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. An art course. B. A Chinese artist. C. A famous painting. 7. What will the woman paint? A. A person. B. A bird. C. Fruit. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. What does the woman dislike about Perpignan? A. The concerts. B. The museums. C. The streets. 9. How did the woman plan to spend most evenings in Perpignan? A. Going to art clubs. B. Reading books. C. Attending parties. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10. Where is the conversation taking place? A. On an island. B. On a boat. C. In a zoo. 11. How is the weather now? A. Windy. B. Sunny. C. Rainy. 12. What do the speakers see at the end? A. A dolphin. B. A sea bird. C. A whale. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。 13. Why won't Susan go on vacation this year? A. She has used up her leave. B. She hasn't finished her project. C. She has got a higher position recently 14. What does Susan think of losing her vacation? A. It's acceptable. B. It's unexpected. C. It's unfair. 15. Where does James work? A. In a law firm. B. In a travel agency. C. In an advertising firm. 16. Who are the speakers? A. Colleagues. B. Friends. C. A couple. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. When did King Charles III graduate from the University of Cambridge? A. In 1964 B. In 1967. C. In 1971. 18. What does King Charles I always talk about in TV shows? A. The future of art. B. Environment protection. C. The importance of history. 19. What happened to King Charles III in 1980? A. He directed a cartoon film. B. He named a type of tree frog. C. He finished a children's book. 20. What do King Charles II and Queen Elizabeth I have in common? A. They are both good at horse riding. B. They are both experts of building. C. They are both talented musicians. 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，选出最佳答案。 A Help restore and maintain gardens once tended by the island’s military and prison residents. For more than a century, the Alcatraz gardens have served as a symbol of human spirit and sustainable gardening, making them a place of exceptional and lasting significance. We’ll preserve the historic gardens, adding life, color, and energy to them while exploring their remarkable past. Stewardship Program Volunteers of all levels of experience help care for the restored gardens with activities such as weeding, composting, planting, and seed collecting. Volunteers must participate on a weekly basis. As an added bonus, volunteers arrive on Alcatraz before other visitors, so you can experience the island during the most peaceful time of day. Please note, registration is required. Time: Every Wednesday or Thursday, 8:00 am–12:00 pm. Guide Program This program looks for volunteers to share the extraordinary history of the wonderful gardens with island visitors. Volunteers are trained to lead walking garden tours as well as “Ask the Gardener” casual garden viewing. Training is offered year-round with an experienced instructor providing constructive feedback. You must commit to two shifts each month for at least one year. Time: All the weekends. Requirements ● Volunteers aged 15 and up are welcome. ● We’ll be working rain or shine. Wear clothes that can get dirty. Long pants and closed-toe shoes are required. Bring layers for changing weather and rain gear if necessary. ● Bring a personal water bottle and sunscreen. ● No experience necessary. Training and tools will be provided. ● Groups require special arrangements and must be confirmed in advance. Schools and community groups: Fill out the Group Project Request Form. 1. What is the main purpose of the volunteer program? A. To turn the garden into a tourist attraction. B. To sustain the gardens and spread their history. C. To promote the concept of sustainable gardening. D. To provide community opportunities for teenagers. 2. What do the two programs have in common concerning volunteers? A. Working on weekends. B. Arriving before visitors. C. Giving a time guarantee. D. Cooperating with instructors. 3. What is required for individuals to join the programs? A. Dressing for the job. B. Personal gardening tools. C. Getting arrangements confirmed. D. Previous community experience. B In the 2022‒2024 season, U.S. beekeepers reported an astonishing decline of their colonies, which was driven by poor nutrition and pesticides. Dr. Ramsey, a scientific expert, believes bees need a new “narrative” — a fresh story that helps the world understand their importance. Through creative methods like songs and documentaries, he aims to “reboot” public understanding of these important pollinators (传粉者). Interestingly, Ramsey’s passion for insects started with a deep fear. As a child, he was so afraid of them that he refused to play in the grass. His fear even affected his sleep and he would require his father to “hunt” imaginary monsters (怪兽) in his room before he could finally close his eyes. His parents eventually intervened with a life-changing principle: People fear what they don’t understand. They encouraged him to learn about bugs through books. This was a turning point. His fear quickly turned into fascination, and by age seven, he declared his dream of becoming an insect scientist. He realized that insects were not monsters but fascinating creatures with complex lives. As he grew, Ramsey’s curiosity shifted toward how different species interact. Today, he is crazy about honey bee parasites, which are small organisms that live on bees and harm them. His work is so influential that he received the Wayfinder Award in 2025 for leading a new age of exploration in this field. Ramsey’s journey from a terrified child to a leading explorer shows the power of knowledge. “I have a different way of looking at the world that causes me to ask different questions,” he says. By changing how we see bees, Ramsey is not just saving an insect; he is protecting the future of our ecosystem. 4. Why does Ramsey use creative media in his work? A. To display his talents. B. To track bees’ colony losses. C. To record bees’ behavior. D. To reshape bees’ public image. 5. What can we know about Ramsey from paragraph 2? A. He enjoyed playing in the grass. B. He was consumed by fear of insects. C. He was brave enough to hunt insects. D. He had a strong curiosity about nature. 6. What made Ramsey crazy about insects? A. His parents’ intervention. B. Insects’ complex lives. C. Knowledge of insects. D. His dream of being a scientist. 7. What is the best title for the text? A. Journey to Overcome Fear B. Bees: from Dying Out to Surviving C. Bee Colonies: from Loss to Recovery D. Transformation from Hater into Protector C When sperm whales communicate with each other, they produce clicks in patterns that may be similar to our own system of language, according to a latest study from CETI (Cetacean Translation Initiative) and its co-author, David Gruber. When sperm whales communicate — such as when they roll at the surface or prepare for a hunt — they produce rhythmic pulses of clicks called codas. In 2024, CETI discovered that these rhythmic sequences form a kind of “phonetic alphabet”, a rich system of sounds similar to Morse code. When their codas are sped up with the silences removed, they contain elements that function like human vowels. So far, two whale “vowels” have been identified, distinct sounds similar to our “a” and “I”. CETI’s linguistics lead, Gašper Beguš, has studied ancient languages like Hittite, Tocharian, and Sanskrit and now focuses on decoding sperm whale communication. His team analyzed over 1,100 sperm whale codas, which were recorded through hydrophones in a wild population of 15 females and calves living off the Caribbean island of Dominica. They found that whale vowels have different lengths, with “a-codas” lasting significantly longer than their “i-codas” — a feature similar to human vowels. Most strikingly, whales show coarticulation: the first click of a whale vowel is sometimes shaped by the one that came before, a key feature that is common in human language. “The findings suggest sperm whale communication is one of the most complex in the animal kingdom, with remarkable similarities to our own language.” Gruber says, “It’s a really nice example of the further parallels between animal communication and human language.” He notes that we’re already starting to predict simplistic behaviors, like diving, based on their voices, but we still have a long way to go to truly understand their complex communications. 8. What did CETI find about sperm whale codas in 2024? A. They contain human vowels. B. They sound like human speech. C. They lose meaning when sped up. D. They are made mostly for hunting. 9. What does the underlined word “coarticulation” in paragraph 3 probably mean? A. Two sounds have the same length. B. The same sound pattern is repeated. C. Sounds are produced at the same time. D. One sound is influenced by a nearby sound. 10. What does Gruber think of the study findings? A. Limited. B. Decisive. C. Contradictory. D. Significant. 11. What may be discussed in the following paragraph? A. Main factors affecting sperm whale language. B. Practical applications of sperm whale sounds. C. Further research to decode sperm whale language. D. Comparison between various whale communications. D Any birder knows the thrill of identifying a new species. Recently, a woman noticed an unfamiliar woodpecker (啄木鸟). Curious, she fished out her phone and soon got the answer on her phone app. Scientists usually regard curiosity as motivation for discovering new information and learning, noting people tend to seek answers quickly. Previous research showed that when given a choice, people generally opted for the fastest path to resolution. But this picture of curiosity is incomplete. In a study published, the researchers explored whether there are multiple forms of curiosity. More than 2,000 people aged 19 to 76 years were asked to watch a series of short videos, each starting with a blank screen. A line would then appear, gradually taking shape. While the participants watched each video, they were asked to assess their level of inquiring mind about the final form of the drawing, on a scale of 1 to 100. Their responses enabled the researchers to evaluate how curiosity shifted with the unfolding content. Participants were also offered two options: follow the slow progress of the drawing or skip straight to the ending to see the complete image at once. The research found that although natural curiosity can indeed drive an urgent desire for answers, it can also generate more patience, setting people up for moments of discovery. Participants with higher levels of curiosity about the final shape tended to follow its gradual development instead of skipping to the answer. The study underlines the complexity of curiosity, opening new ways for further research. “Considering curiosity as going beyond the need for quick answers also highlights the power of what happens when we engage with uncertainty: pondering (深思) and anticipating answers can improve learning and memory,” said Rooth Moran, leader of the study. “Learning new things can be tough, but taking advantage of curiosity can help us enjoy the process of learning and delight in overcoming challenges as we work out a mystery.” 12. What do scientists generally believe about curiosity? A. It makes people entirely impatient. B. It quickens people’s pursuit of answers. C. It slows people’s pace of making discoveries. D. It forces people to make an immediate decision. 13. How was participants’ curiosity measured in the study? A. By scoring their inner desire. B. By recording their watching times. C. By comparing their watching speeds. D. By observing their instant responses. 14. What is the major finding of the research? A. Less curiosity, more patience. B. Less curiosity, fewer discoveries. C. Curiosity strong, process favored. D. Curiosity strong, result prioritized. 15. What are Rooth Moran’s remarks about? A. The value of curiosity in learning. B. The hidden reasons behind curiosity. C. The way to make the most of curiosity. D. The difficulty in overcoming curiosity. 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。 Many people hold the fixed opinion that elderly people resist modern digital technology. It is common to see seniors rarely use their mobile phones, or even leave them unused for weeks. They often complain that smartphones, laptops and other digital devices are too complex to master. They doubt the value of modern digital devices, feeling confused when technical problems appear. ____16____ This outdated stereotype used to be acceptable, but it no longer fits today’s reality. ____17____ With digital devices becoming increasingly user-friendly, the elderly are surprisingly quick to adapt to new technology. Besides, various forms of assistance are available for those who still meet difficulties in digital learning. Public support plays a key role in helping seniors embrace digital life. In many countries, free professional training is provided for the elderly. These courses teach them basic digital skills, including sending emails, sharing photos, shopping online and using various practical services. ____18____ It turns out that the elderly have gradually relied on them to keep in touch with family and live independently. Apart from daily communication, the elderly also turn to technology for leisure and entertainment. ____19____ That’s just when convenient digital tools step in. Many seniors join social media groups, take part in online puzzle games and make new friends online. Such activities effectively activate their brains and enrich their daily life. More importantly, digital technology offers great support for seniors with limited mobility. It helps them fight loneliness and seek help instantly in emergencies. ____20____ To top it off, the future will see lower prices and simpler operation, further improving their later life. And the elderly will surely go a long way down this path. A. Seniors are unwilling to learn new technical skills. B. Old people are actually open to modern technology. C. Technology has greatly enriched their spare-time life. D. Instead, they prefer traditional ways like posting letters. E. Extremely popular worldwide are classes for digital tools. F. Abundant spare time drives them to explore and record new life experiences. G. In some regions, intelligent robots even guide and track their daily workouts. 第三部分 语言知识运用 (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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和 D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 A surprising new hobby taught me there’s more than one way to be flexible. By my early 40s, I had ____21____ all the hobbies that were supposed to make me feel better about entering middle age. I had taken a drama class, started learning a new language and ____22____ myself into a craft, but all the efforts were ____23____. And then, at the ____24____ of my desperation, I decided to sign up for a ballet class. “But you’re not very ____25____,” my husband gently reminded me. He wasn’t wrong. I nearly ____26____ myself the one time I tried to lift my leg in an attempt to stretch. But I was determined to give it a try. I needed to ____27____ that my body was capable of movement and grace. In the first ballet class, my teacher told me that ballet wasn’t about being ____28____. I hadn’t expected any of it to stick. After all, this wasn’t my first time in a ballet studio. ____29____ this time around, the exact same things that had made me flee as a 10-year-old now brought a certain ____30____. Whenever I felt bad for my lack of grace, my teacher never failed to remind me that ballet wasn’t about perfection, but about ____31____ for perfection. Slowly, I started becoming ____32____ more comfortable with the body. My posture still needs refining but the idea that my body is still a work in ____33____ encourages me. Instead of noticing only the beginnings of older age falling on me, I’m amazed at what my body is capable of as I stand with more ____34____ and courage. Now when I do my ballet class, I focus on my breathing and move my body in ways that always ____35____ me and remind me of everything that is possible. 21. A. exhausted B. avoided C. wasted D. missed 22. A. thrown B. taken C. tricked D. broken 23. A. in order B. in secret C. in store D. in vain 24. A. bottom B. height C. end D. start 25. A. patient B. strong C. flexible D. careful 26. A. injured B. depressed C. controlled D. balanced 27. A. assume B. confirm C. resolve D. expect 28. A. honest B. patient C. perfect D. brave 29. A. Or B. So C. And D. But 30. A. joy B. regret C. fantasy D. shame 31. A. asking B. seeking C. waiting D. longing 32. A. nearly B. greatly C. gradually D. totally 33. A. conflict B. deadlock C. demand D. progress 34. A. patience B. confidence C. intelligence D. independence 35. A. trouble B. instruct C. capture D. challenge 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。 In Tanzhesi, Beijing, an ancient town named after the historical Tanzhe Temple, a lively coffee festival was held. A long line of people, especially cyclists, ____36____ (snake) away from the Snow Peak Cafe's stand, waiting patiently for a taste of their ____37____ (tailor) offerings — electrolyte Americano (电解质美式咖啡). This scene is showing a quiet revolution ____38____ modern lifestyle is integrated with rural development in the capital's western suburbs. Last month saw the Tanzhesi Town Coffee Culture Festival ____39____ (feature) Snow Peak Café, one of several brands that have established ____40____ (they) in the town in recent years. “This particular product was created specifically for cyclists after intense physical exertion, to help refresh their bodies and energy,” says Zhu Mingbo, owner of the cafe. Its special offerings have earned the cafe widespread ____41____ (recognize) among the cycling community. “The rise of coffee here was ____42____ natural effect. At first, it might have just been people bringing their own cups while cycling or sightseeing,” says Zhu. The local administration then picked up on this trend and rolled out ____43____ (favor) policies to support the local coffee business. The coffee-driven approach is yielding positive results: the town attracted more than 3 million visitors last year. Using coffee as a small ____44____ powerful point of entry, the festival represents an important step toward building a national-level tourism resort, highlighting the mix of traditional culture and contemporary lifestyles, and strengthening its identity ____45____ a destination for creative rural development. 第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分40分 ) 第一节 (满分15分) 46. 假定你是李华，在学校举办的环保主题海报设计比赛中，你设计的海报获得了一等奖。请你在英语社团活动中分享你的作品，内容包括： （1）作品介绍； （2）参赛感想。 注意： （1）写作词数应为80左右； （2）可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。 Dear fellow members, _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Thank you for listening! 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。 I’ve spent my adult life as a college professor teaching people how to think more creatively and use more of their brainpower. Interestingly, this lifetime passion was awakened by a casual contest when I was a child. At a family picnic for employees of the company where my father worked, they held contests for the children. I was 13, full of enthusiasm and the spirit of competition, so I launched myself into the contests. The grand final, the handkerchief-throwing contest, I realize now, was not meant to demonstrate any real skill, but simply for laughs. But it stirred my love of thinking outside the box. The host gave each of the dozen children a cloth handkerchief and told us the winner would be the one who threw it the farthest. The first throwers, the little ones, took mighty wind-ups, but when the cloth left their hands, it opened and flew to the ground a few inches in front of them. The next kids threw harder and harder, but with no better results. The older the children, the more the crowd laughed at the poor results. It was obvious that using the same technique would not work. “Think out of the box!” I said to myself. Suppose I tied a rock inside the handkerchief? No, it was “throw a handkerchief,” not a rock and a handkerchief. When they inspected it, I’d be disqualified. The secret was not to throw harder but to keep the cloth from opening. I had to make the handkerchief fly like a rock. Like a rock! That was it! I began tying the handkerchief around itself to make it small and hard, like a rock. When I approached the line, people were laughing already, anticipating a tall, big boy like me throwing it a few inches. I took a long wind-up, and the balled handkerchief rocketed off into the trees maybe 60 feet away. 注意： (1) 续写词数应为150左右。 (2) 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Paragraph 1: “That’s not fair,” a man said. “It’s cheating.” _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Paragraph 2: Inspired, the rest kids started to explore other ways to throw farther. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $