湖南衡阳市第八中学2026-2027学年高二上学期开学英语试题

**基本信息** 试卷以真实情境为载体，融合社会热点（如UNICEF青年演讲比赛）、科技前沿（Terp 360翻译应用）及文化传承（福建廊桥），全面考查语言能力与跨文化思维。 **题型特征** |题型|题量/分值|知识覆盖|命题特色| |----|-----------|----------|----------| |阅读|20题/50分|细节理解、词义猜测、主旨归纳|C篇以非洲学生AI发明为素材，考查推理能力，渗透创新思维与社会关怀| |语言运用|25题/30分|词汇语境运用、语法（时态/非谓语等）|完形填空通过师生故事，考查情感词汇辨析，培育人文素养| |写作|2题/40分|应用文（申请信）、故事续写|续写以芭蕾梦想为线索，提升叙事逻辑与情感表达，契合思维品质培养|

衡阳市八中2026年高二年级入学考试 英 语 试 题 满分150分，考试时间120分钟 第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分) 第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分，满分37.5分) 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A Youth Speech Competition UNICEF is working towards a world where every child has what they need to survive and develop. But we can’t do it without big ideas from young people — young people who are brave enough to share their brilliant ideas with the world. UNICEF USA and TED-Ed are inviting young people to create their own TED-style talk about children’s rights and issues faced by youth globally. The winner will be invited to UNICEF USA’s Annual Student Summit (年度学生峰会) to present their speech on stage! Change the world with your voice. It starts with U (UNICEF and YOU). Criteria (标准) Youth aged 10-18 (if you are under 13, you must have a parent or teacher to help you register) Must register online Your video must be under 2 minutes Deadline: Your video must be submitted by midnight, January 27, 2023. Topics of Discussion. ·Migration. ·Sustainable (可持续的) Development. ·Values and Beliefs Prizes Winners will be announced on February 4, 2023. One winner will be invited to present his/her speech on stage at the UNICEF USA Student Summit in Washington, D．C． on March 16-17, 2023! UNICEF USA will pay for all travel expenses (flights, hotels). The student will be responsible for personal meals and personal expenses. If you are under the age of 18, you will need to travel with a responsible adult chaperone (监护人). UNICEF USA will pay for the chaperone travel expenses as well. How to Register Create an account using this link: ed.ted.jye.ai/unicefusa. Once your account has been created, return to the TED-Ed Student Talks page and register! Once you’ve submitted your registration, allow 2-3 days for processing. Once you’ve recorded your talk, upload it using the “Upload” tab in your Resource Library on the TED-Ed website. 1．What will UNICEF USA and TED-Ed welcome? A．Excellent paintings. B．Brilliant articles. C．Interesting stories. D．Creative ideas. 2．What should young people do to take part in the event? A．Pay an entry fee. B．Attend a training class. C．Send a speech video within 2 minutes. D．Perform on stage in Washington, D．C． 3．What’s special about the event? A．It has no age limit. B．It focus on social issues. C．It provides free meals. D．It is held every two years. B Life is easy, change is easy, and everything is easy. If only this was true. Not too long ago, I was faced with what appeared to be a brick wall. After leaving a company for greener pastures (草原), I found that the other side wasn’t any greener, nor did there seem to be any grass. No matter what I attempted to do, I was always knocked back to square one. So I started another project, again to be knocked back to square one. I began to doubt my own confidence; maybe I had made a dreadful error. Maybe I should go back to what I did before. At least, it seemed to be a much more secure environment. As I considered my future, I received a card in the mail from a friend who knew how I was struggling. The card read, “Perseverance prevails when all else fails.” I sat there reading that card, once, twice, three times. What did these words mean? When you’re faced with an uncertain future, when all you try seems to go nowhere, maybe there was more meaning behind these words than I realized. Have you ever heard the expression “back up and reload”? It meant that I should start again but this time I should internalize the words on the card. To make a long story short, I did persevere; perseverance paid off with great patience. And I realized that a new beginning doesn’t lead to success overnight. After all, in my former career, I had devoted years of education and training to becoming successful. Why should it be any different when I started a new project? Failure is the incapacity to learn from your mistakes. Success is the capacity to learn, to persevere in order to reach your goal. Life can be filled with failure, but only those who don’t persevere adopt failure as the way it has to be. 4．Why did the author leave his previous company? A．He wanted to start his own project. B．He was attracted by the pasture. C．His company faced a brick wall. D．He wanted to find a better opportunity. 5．What does the underlined word “prevails” in Paragraph 3 mean? A．Exists. B．Lasts. C．Wins. D．Counts. 6．Why did the author read the card several times? A．To get more information. B．To find out who sent it. C．To reflect on his failures. D．To rebuild his confidence. 7．What is the primary message conveyed in this passage? A．Success is man’s blessing. B．Success merely happens in a new subject. C．Success requires continuous learning and persistence. D．Success belongs to those persevering in their original subject. C It’s not common for student-led inventions to make international news. But when a project brings real connection to people’s lives, it makes sense the world takes notice. Elly Savatia, a senior student from Kenya, has created Terp 360, a web-based app that translates spoken language into sign language using AI-powered 3D images. It’s a bit like Google Translate — but designed specifically to give deaf users real-time sign language help, without the need for a human interpreter (翻译). “To work, study or see a doctor, you have to communicate,” Savatia explained. “But the deaf community is often left behind.” He spent months recording common sign language moves and testing if the app’s translations were clear — closing this gap was his main goal. Earlier this month, the invention got international recognition. Savatia got £50,000 from the UK’s Royal Academy of Engineering, winning the Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation (创新). His project beat three other finalists from across Africa. The judges were impressed not just by the technology, but more by its real effect. “What really stood out is the level of innovation,” shares Rebecca Enonchong, the head of the judging panel (评审团). “It shows Africans can use advanced technology to solve problems, not just in Africa but around the world.” What makes Terp 360 so powerful isn’t just the technology. It’s the heart behind it. Savatia developed the app together with Kenyan deaf people, making sure it fits their real needs. Now it supports Kenyan Sign Language and Swahili. He plans to add more, like Ugandan, Rwandan, South African, British and American Sign Languages by 2027. And that’s what makes this story so heartening: caring for others in action. In a world full of digital noise, Terp 360 reminds us that technology can still serve something deeply human — the simple but powerful act of understanding each other. 8．What is Terp 360 mainly designed for? A．Recording Kenyan sign languages. B．Translating sign language to texts. C．Offering speech-to-sign translation. D．Teaching international sign languages. 9．What impressed the judges most about Terp 360? A．Its advanced technology alone. B．Its practical influence on people. C．Its large number of recorded signs. D．Its special design for African users. 10．What helps Savatia make sure Terp 360 meets users’ needs? A．Funding from the UK Academy. B．Support from the local government. C．Teaming up with the deaf community. D．Recognition from global organizations. 11．Which of the following can best describe Savatia? A．Creative and kind-hearted. B．Curious and humorous. C．Brave and responsible. D．Confident and outgoing. D Whether it’s biting your nails, or going to bed at 2 a.m., we all have those annoying habits we just can’t seem to kick. But have you ever wondered why these bad habits keep winning the battle against your best efforts and intentions? Humans are creatures of habit, and our brains love doing things the same way. That’s why bad habits grow easily in the repeated actions like absentmindedly reaching for a cigarette. Another reason why your bad habits keep winning is that they often provide a quick dopamine (多巴胺) fix, creating a desire that keeps you coming back for more. Think of the immediate relaxation from a cigarette or mindless snacking. The payoff for doing these things is quick and easy, which is exactly what makes them so hard to break. So what can you do? There are two main problems with breaking bad habits. First, it’s not as enjoyable as giving in to them. When we try to resist, there’s no pleasure, no dopamine and therefore no encouragement to keep doing so. Rather than trying to remove them entirely, try to replace them with something healthier instead, or create a reward system for yourself to introduce the positive behaviour. Second, a habit is often an unconscious (无意识的) action, so making it conscious changes it into a choice. You’d better start with an intentional action. Accepting your actions without judgement helps you stay apart from the emotions that keep you tied to those habits, like guilt, shame and dissatisfaction. This increased awareness will lead you to make more intentional choices and break the automatic cycle of bad habits. Knowing the psychology behind why your bad habits keep winning hopefully gets you to make more conscious, positive choices, and build the foundation for lasting behaviour change. 12．How does the writer introduce the topic? A．By listing numbers. B．By explaining a reason. C．By voicing an opinion. D．By raising a question. 13．What makes bad habits hard to break? A．People’s desire to keep fit. B．Little knowledge of their effects. C．Quick and easy satisfaction provided by them. D．People’s unwillingness to change. 14．What is a problem with breaking bad habits? A．It is a conscious action. B．It is painful. C．It takes much time. D．It calls for wisdom. 15．What can help kick a bad habit according to the passage? A．Make active efforts. B．Judge your actions. C．Ignore it. D．Turn to others for help. 第二节 (共5小题;每小题2.5分，满分12.5分) 阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 How Do You Motivate Seniors to Use Technology? Motivating your elderly loved ones to welcome technology with open arms isn’t easy. Before you give up on them, remember that it’s not about forcing them. 16 Here are some suggestions for how to approach with patience and a focus on the benefits. 17 Instead of just telling them to follow the times, we need to show how tech makes their life better. Will it help them connect with family? Access important information? Take up a hobby? Make their lives easier? It’s important to focus on practical benefits, not cold features. Find their sweet spot. Not every senior wants to be an online influencer. 18 If a grandpa loves reading, teach him to use e-reading apps; if a grandma likes chatting, introduce her to simple social software. This kind of personalized guidance can make them feel that tech is close to their life and easy to master. Celebrate small wins. Did grandma finally send her first text message? Did grandpa figure out how to turn on the air conditioner on his smart home device? Make a big deal out of it! 19 Be patient. Seniors may need repeated explanations. Use simple words and even a little humor. 20 Remember, it might take many tries before they feel confident. Your calm support makes all the difference. With these gentle ways, seniors will gradually open their hearts to technology and enjoy a more convenient life with it. A．Start with the “why”. B．Keep instructions simple. C．It’s never late for the elderly to learn new things. D．They can make the learning process much more relaxed. E．It’s about showing them how tech can improve their lives. F．You’d better offer your tech suggestions based on their interests and needs. G．Every small progress they make deserves sincere praise and recognition from you. 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。 Mathematics has always been like a flower to me. I always get great joy and satisfaction from it. The 21 I have for math is what my teachers have helped me to develop. It was my Grade 7 teacher, Mr. Carson who 22 my talent and advised me to attend math classes at the local high school. My primary school principal (校长), Mrs. Helen, even 23 me there every day for five months because my parents did not have driver’s licenses (许可证). As time went on, my parents felt I needed to 24 mathematics at a higher level, and decided we should move from Saskatoon to Toronto. “How should I tell Mrs. Helen the news?” I 25 to myself as I walked to the parking lot. When Mrs. Helen saw me 26 to her, a smile lit up her face. I threw myself into the car, and an awkward 27 followed. After a long pause (停顿), I 28 to tell Mrs. Helen about my parents’ decision. I 29 looking at her and said, “I will miss you.” Without hesitation, she responded 30 : “Congratulations! I’m sure you will have a great time in Toronto.” Then Mrs. Helen stopped 31 . Mrs. Helen and other teachers had put 32 efforts into helping me. How could I leave? Maybe I should set my roots here. And finally, my parents 33 we would stay in Saskatoon, and I was overjoyed. This winter, after I won the 34 to study mathematics at Harvard University, I decided there was someone with whom I needed to 35 this fantastic news — Mrs. Helen. 21．A．gift B．preference C．feature D．skill 22．A．admitted B．respected C．improved D．recognized 23．A．directed B．drove C．followed D．attracted 24．A．put off B．take on C．go after D．pick up 25．A．returned B．thought C．kept D．shouted 26．A．listening B．pointing C．writing D．waving 27．A．silence B．position C．discussion D．question 28．A．promised B．continued C．decided D．failed 29．A．imagined B．disliked C．risked D．avoided 30．A．positively B．eventually C．creatively D．intelligently 31．A．teaching B．complaining C．arguing D．talking 32．A．original B．considerable C．mental D．final 33．A．doubted B．rejected C．agreed D．whispered 34．A．chance B．support C．intention D．freedom 35．A．arrange B．exchange C．share D．review 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。 Shouning County in Fujian Province, known 36 the “home of Chinese covered bridges,” experienced an increase in 37 (popular) during the May Day holiday. Activities including light shows and cultural fairs were held in Taishun Covered Bridge Culture Park in Sixi Town, home to the Beijian Bridge, 38 has been named “the most beautiful covered bridge in the world.” More covered bridges built during the Ming and Qing 39 (dynasty) are scattered among villages in the mountains of southern Zhejiang and northern Fujian Province. Covered bridges are remarkable examples of ancient Chinese wooden bridge construction. 40 (build) with mortise-and-tenon joinery, these bridges use no nails, relying instead on interlocking wooden pieces 41 (create) an arch (拱门). Beyond their transportation function, covered bridges 42 (historic) served as social centers for local communities, mixing practicality with artistic beauty, 43 earning the title of "living fossils of world bridge history." Recognized as the area with 44 highest concentration of preserved ancient covered bridges in China, the seven counties, namely, Taishun, Qingyuan, Jingning in Zhejiang and Shouning, Pingnan, Zhouning and Zhenghe in Fujian, jointly pursued UNESCO World Heritage listing for over two decades. Their efforts gained recognition in 2012 when the covered bridges in Zhejiang and Fujian 45 (add) to the World Cultural Heritage Tentative Lists in China. 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，你所在的城市将于下周举办“非物质文化遗产”（the Intangible Cultural Heritage）展览活动。现面向全市招募志愿者，请你用英语写一封申请信，内容包括： 1. 写信目的（申请志愿者岗位）； 2. 个人优势（如语言能力、相关经历、个人品质等）； 3. 个人承诺与期待。 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 Sir or Madam,​ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours sincerely, Li Hua 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。 Every girl dreams and Jenny Green is no exception. She loved music and movement of ballet and read dozens of books on how to be a ballerina (芭蕾舞女演员) but she was a shy child and avoided the spotlight. When she was 13, she joined the training team, a dance line at her school in San Pedro, California. One day, Jenny’s coach suggested she attend a free ballet class at the Boys & Girls Club, where she often went after school. At first, Jenny felt out of place in the class. She was older than most of the students. And instead of the tights, slippers, and leotards (训练服) the other girls wore, Jenny had on a T-shirt, baggy shorts, and sweat socks. Over time, however, she began to enjoy the lessons. She discovered that her body — especially her long legs and strong, flexible muscles — was just right for ballet. She spent most days twisting, twirling, and leaping. When she wasn’t performing, she was practicing. When she wasn’t practicing, she was stretching. She took classes almost every day and hoped one day her dream would come true. One day she saw an advertisement that a famous ballerina troupe (剧团) would be performing in her hometown. Her thoughts ran wild, “I must meet up with the leader of the troupe and show her my skills,” she murmured to herself. She dressed herself in her ballerina costume and managed to escape the guards and hid in the dressing room. To her luck the leader entered and she shyly knocked at the door. She bravely approached her and handed her a bunch of red roses. The leader observed her action as she told her the dream. “Alright, you dance and I will give you my opinions.” But half way through the dance she stopped her and said, “I’m sorry you’re not good enough!” 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。 On hearing this, Jenny ran as fast as her legs could carry her and was ashamed. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ A year later, she heard that the same ballet troupe was performing in her town again. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 试卷第1页（共3页） 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 参 考 答 案 题号 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 答案 D C B D C A C C B C 题号 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 答案 A D C B A E A F G D 题号 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 答案 A D B C B D A C D A 题号 31 32 33 34 35 答案 D B C A C 36．as 37．popularity 38．which 39．dynasties 40．Built 41．to create 42．historically 43．and 44．the 45．were added 46． Dear Sir or Madam, I’m Li Hua, a senior high school student. Knowing that our city will hold the Intangible Cultural Heritage exhibition next week and recruit volunteers, I’m writing to apply for the volunteer position. I am fully qualified for this job. First of all, I have a good command of English, which allows me to communicate smoothly with foreign visitors. Besides, I have taken part in several similar voluntary activities before, so I have rich working experience. If I am lucky enough to be admitted, I will devote myself to the service and introduce our traditional culture well. I sincerely hope to get this precious chance. Yours sincerely, Li Hua 47．One possible version: On hearing this, Jenny ran as fast as her legs could carry her and was ashamed. She felt that all her efforts were in vain. Tears welled up in her eyes as she rushed out. But instead of giving up, she practiced even harder. She knew that she still had a long way to go. She took every class seriously, analyzing every movement and learning from every mistake. She was determined to prove that she could be a good ballerina one day. She practiced early in the morning and late at night, her body becoming more and more flexible and her skills improving significantly. A year later, she heard that the same ballet troupe was performing in her town again. This time, she was much more confident. She managed to get a chance to perform in front of the troupe leader again. She danced gracefully and passionately. After the performance, the leader looked at her with admiration and said, “You’ve improved a great deal. I’m glad to invite you to join our troupe.” Jenny’s dream finally came true. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $衡阳市八中2026年高二年级入学考试 英语试题 满分150分，考试时间120分钟 第二部分阅读（共两节，满分50分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项. A Youth Speech Competition UNICEF is working towards a world where every child has what they need to survive and develop.But we can't do it without big ideas from young people-young people who are brave enough to share their brilliant ideas with the world. UNICEF USA and TED-Ed are inviting young people to create their own TED-style talk about children's rights and issues faced by youth globally The winner will be invited to UNICEF USA's Annual Student Summit(年度学生峰会)to present their speech on stage!Change the world with your voice. It starts with U (UNICEF and YOU). Criteria(标准) Youth aged 10-18(if you are under 13,you must have a parent or teacher to help you register) Must register online Your video must be under 2 minutes Deadline:Your video must be submitted by midnight,January 27,2023. Topics of Discussion. Migration Sustainable(可持续的)Development.. Values and Beliefs Prizes Winners will be announced on February 4,2023. One winner will be invited to present his/her speech on stage at the UNICEF USA Student Summit in Washington, D.C.on March 16-17,2023! UNICEF USA will pay for all travel expenses (flights,hotels).The student will be responsible for personal meals and personal expenses.If you are under the age of 18,you will need to travel with a responsible adult chaperone () 试卷第1页（共9页） UNICEF USA will pay for the chaperone travel expenses as well. How to Register Create an account using this link:ed.ted jye.ai/unicefusa. Once your account has been created,return to the TED-Ed Student Talks page and register! Once you've submitted your registration,allow 2-3 days for processing. Once you've recorded your talk,upload it using the"Upload"tab in your Resource Library on the TED-Ed website. 1.What will UNICEF USA and TED-Ed welcome? A.Excellent paintings.B.Brilliant articles. C.Interesting stories. D.Creative ideas. 2.What should young people do to take part in the event? A.Pay an entry fee. B.Attend a training class. C.Send a speech video within 2 minutes. D.Perform on stage in Washington,D.C. 3.What's special about the event? A.It has no age limit. B.It focus on social issues. C.It provides free meals. D.It is held every two years. B Life is easy,change is easy,and everything is easy.If only this was true. Not too long ago,I was faced with what appeared to be a brick wall.After leaving a company for greener pastures ()I found that the other side wasn't any greener,nor did there seem to be any grass.No matter what I attempted to do, I was always knocked back to square one.So I started another project,again to be knocked back to square one. I began to doubt my own confidence;maybe I had made a dreadful error.Maybe I should go back to what I did before.At least,it seemed to be a much more secure environment.As I considered my future,I received a card in the mail from a friend who knew how I was struggling.The card read,"Perseverance prevails when all else fails." I sat there reading that card,once,twice,three times.What did these words mean?When you're faced with an uncertain future,when all you try seems to go nowhere,maybe there was more meaning behind these words than I realized. Have you ever heard the expression "back up and reload"?It meant that I should start again but this time I should internalize the words on the card. To make a long story short,I did persevere;perseverance paid off with great patience.And I realized that a new beginning doesn't lead to success overnight.After all,in my former career,I had devoted years of education and training to becoming successful.Why should it be any different when I started a new project? Failure is the incapacity to learn from your mistakes.Success is the capacity to learn,to persevere in order to reach 试卷第2页（共9页） your goal.Life can be filled with failure,but only those who don't persevere adopt failure as the way it has to be. 4.Why did the author leave his previous company? A.He wanted to start his own project. B.He was attracted by the pasture. C.His company faced a brick wall D.He wanted to find a better opportunity 5.What does the underlined word prevails"in Paragraph 3 mean? A.Exists. B.Lasts. C.Wins. D.Counts. 6.Why did the author read the card several times? A.To get more information. B.To find out who sent it. C.To reflect on his failures. D.To rebuild his confidence. 7.What is the primary message conveyed in this passage? A.Success is man's blessing. B.Success merely happens in a new subject. C.Success requires continuous learning and persistence. D.Success belongs to those persevering in their original subject. C It's not common for student-led inventions to make international news.But when a project brings real connection to people's lives,it makes sense the world takes notice. Elly Savatia,a senior student from Kenya,has created Terp 360,a web-based app that translates spoken language into sign language using AI-powered 3D images.It's a bit like Google Translate-but designed specifically to give deaf users real-time sign language help,without the need for a human interpreter () "To work,study or see a doctor,you have to communicate,"Savatia explained."But the deaf community is often left behind."He spent months recording common sign language moves and testing if the app's translations were clear- closing this gap was his main goal. Earlier this month,the invention got international recognition.Savatia got f50,000 from the UK's Royal Academy of Engineering,winning the Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation )His project beat three other finalists from across Africa.The judges were impressed not just by the technology,but more by its real effect."What really stood out is the level of innovation,”shares Rebecca Enonchong,the head of the judging panel(评审团).“It shows Africans can use advanced technology to solve problems,not just in Africa but around the world." 试卷第3页（共9页） What makes Terp 360 so powerful isn't just the technology.It's the heart behind it.Savatia developed the app together with Kenyan deaf people,making sure it fits their real needs.Now it supports Kenyan Sign Language and Swahili. He plans to add more,like Ugandan,Rwandan,South African,British and American Sign Languages by 2027. And that's what makes this story so heartening:caring for others in action.In a world full of digital noise,Terp 360 reminds us that technology can still serve something deeply human-the simple but powerful act of understanding each other. 8.What is Terp 360 mainly designed for? A.Recording Kenyan sign languages. B.Translating sign language to texts. C.Offering speech-to-sign translation. D.Teaching international sign languages. 9.What impressed the judges most about Terp 360? A.Its advanced technology alone. B.Its practical influence on people. C.Its large number of recorded signs. D.Its special design for African users. 10.What helps Savatia make sure Terp 360 meets users'needs? A.Funding from the UK Academy. B.Support from the local government. C.Teaming up with the deaf community. D.Recognition from global organizations. 11.Which of the following can best describe Savatia? A.Creative and kind-hearted. B.Curious and humorous. C.Brave and responsible. D.Confident and outgoing. D Whether it's biting your nails,or going to bed at 2 a.m.,we all have those annoying habits we just can't seem to kick. But have you ever wondered why these bad habits keep winning the battle against your best efforts and intentions? Humans are creatures of habit,and our brains love doing things the same way.That's why bad habits grow easily in the repeated actions like absentmindedly reaching for a cigarette.Another reason why your bad habits keep winning is that they often provide a quick dopamine (fix,creating a desire that keeps you coming back for more.Think of the immediate relaxation from a cigarette or mindless snacking.The pay off for doing these things is quick and easy,which is exactly what makes them so hard to break. So what can you do?There are two main problems with breaking bad habits.First,it's not as enjoyable as giving in to them.When we try to resist,there's no pleasure,no dopamine and therefore no encouragement to keep doing so.Rather than trying to remove them entirely,try to replace them with something healthier instead,or create a reward system for yourself to introduce the positive behaviour. 试卷第4页（共9页） Second,a habit is often an unconscious action,so making it conscious changes it into a choice.You'd better start with an intentional action.Accepting your actions without judgement helps you stay apart from the emotions that keep you tied to those habits,like guilt,shame and dissatisfaction.This increased awareness will lead you to make more intentional choices and break the automatic cycle of bad habits. Knowing the psychology behind why your bad habits keep winning hopefully gets you to make more conscious, positive choices,and build the foundation for lasting behaviour change 12.How does the writer introduce the topic? A.By listing numbers. B.By explaining a reason. C.By voicing an opinion. D.By raising a question. 13.What makes bad habits hard to break? A.People's desire to keep fit. B.Little knowledge of their effects C.Quick and easy satisfaction provided by them. D.People's unwillingness to change. 14.What is a problem with breaking bad habits? A.It is a conscious action. B.It is painful. C.It takes much time. D.It calls for wisdom. 15.What can help kick a bad habit according to the passage? A.Make active efforts. B.Judge your actions. C.Ignore it. D.Turn to others for help. 第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分） 阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 How Do You Motivate Seniors to Use Technology? Motivating your elderly loved ones to welcome technology with open arms isn't easy.Before you give up on them, remember that it's not about forcing them.16Here are some suggestions for how to approach with patience and a focus on the benefits. 17 Instead of just telling them to follow the times,we need to show how tech makes their life better.Will it help them connect with family?Access important information?Take up a hobby?Make their lives easier?It's important to focus on practical benefits,not cold features. 试卷第5页（共9页） Find their sweet spot.Not every senior wants to be an online influencer.18 If a grandpa loves reading, teach him to use e-reading apps;if a grandma likes chatting,introduce her to simple social software.This kind of personalized guidance can make them feel that tech is close to their life and easy to master. Celebrate small wins.Did grandma finally send her first text message?Did grandpa figure out how to turn on the air conditioner on his smart home device?Make a big deal out of it!19 Be patient.Seniors may need repeated explanations.Use simple words and even a little humor.20 Remember,it might take many tries before they feel confident.Your calm support makes all the difference. With these gentle ways,seniors will gradually open their hearts to technology and enjoy a more convenient life with it. A.Start with the"why”. B.Keep instructions simple. C.It's never late for the elderly to learn new things. D.They can make the learning process much more relaxed. E.It's about showing them how tech can improve their lives. F.You'd better offer your tech suggestions based on their interests and needs. G.Every small progress they make deserves sincere praise and recognition from you. 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人空白处的最佳选项。 Mathematics has always been like a flower to me.I always get great joy and satisfaction from it.The 21I have for math is what my teachers have helped me to develop. It was my Grade 7 teacher,Mr.Carson who 22 my talent and advised me to attend math classes at the local high school.My primary school principal ()Mrs.Helen,even 23 me there every day for five months because my parents did not have driver's licenses(许可证) As time went on,my parents felt I needed to24 mathematics at a higher level,and decided we should move from Saskatoon to Toronto "How should I tell Mrs.Helen the news?"I 25 to myself as I walked to the parking lot.When Mrs.Helen saw me 26 to her,a smile lit up her face.I threw myself into the car,and an awkward 27 followed. After a long pause ()I 28 to tell Mrs.Helen about my parents'decision.I 29 1 looking at her and said,"I will miss you."Without hesitation,she responded 30:"Congratulations!I'm sure you will have a great 试卷第6页（共9页） time in Toronto."Then Mrs.Helen stopped 31. Mrs.Helen and other teachers had put 32 efforts into helping me.How could I leave?Maybe I should set my roots here.And finally,my parents33 we would stay in Saskatoon,and I was overjoyed. This winter,after I won the 34 to study mathematics at Harvard University,I decided there was someone with whom I needed to35 this fantastic news-Mrs.Helen. 21.A.gift B.preference C.feature D.skill 22.A.admitted B.respected C.improved D.recognized 23.A.directed B.drove C.followed D. attracted 24.A.put off B.take on C.go after D.pick up 25.A.returned B.thought C.kept D.shouted 26.A.listening B.pointing C.writing D.waving 27.A.silence B.position C.discussion 28.A.promised B.continued C.decided D.failed 29.A.imagined B.disliked C.risked D. avoided 30.A.positively B.eventually C.creatively D.intelligently 31.A.teaching B.complaining C.arguing D.talking 32.A.original B.considerable C.mental D.final 33.A.doubted B.rejected C.agreed D.whispered 34.A.chance B.support C.intention D.freedom 35.A.arrange B.exchange C.share D.review 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。 Shouning County in Fujian Province,known 36 the"home of Chinese covered bridges,"experienced an increase in 37(popular)during the May Day holiday.Activities including light shows and cultural fairs were held in Taishun Covered Bridge Culture Park in Sixi Town,home to the Beijian Bridge,38 has been named"the most beautiful covered bridge in the world."More covered bridges built during the Ming and Qing39 (dynasty) are scattered among villages in the mountains of southern Zhejiang and northern Fujian Province. Covered bridges are remarkable examples of ancient Chinese wooden bridge construction.40(build)with mortise-and-tenon joinery,these bridges use no nails,relying instead on interlocking wooden pieces 41 (create) an arch ()Beyond their transportation function,covered bridges 42 (historic)served as social centers for 试卷第7页（共9页） local communities,mixing practicality with artistic beauty, 43 earning the title of"living fossils of world bridge history." Recognized as the area with 44 highest concentration of preserved ancient covered bridges in China,the seven counties,namely,Taishun,Qingyuan,Jingning in Zhejiang and Shouning,Pingnan,Zhouning and Zhenghe in Fujian, jointly pursued UNESCO World Heritage listing for over two decades.Their efforts gained recognition in 2012 when the covered bridges in Zhejiang and Fujian 45 (add)to the World Cultural Heritage Tentative Lists in China 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，你所在的城市将于下周举办“非物质文化遗产，(the Intangible Cultural Heritage)展览活动。现 面向全市招募志愿者，请你用英语写一封申请信，内容包括： 1.写信目的（申请志愿者岗位）； 2.个人优势（如语言能力、相关经历、个人品质等）； 3.个人承诺与期待。 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 Sir or Madam, Yours sincerely, LiHua 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. Every girl dreams and Jenny Green is no exception.She loved music and movement of ballet and read dozens of books on how to be a ballerina(芭蕾舞女演员)but she was a shy child and avoided the spotlight. When she was 13,she joined the training team,a dance line at her school in San Pedro,California.One day,Jenny's 试卷第8页（共9页） coach suggested she attend a free ballet class at the Boys Girls Club,where she often went after school.At first,Jenny felt out of place in the class.She was older than most of the students.And instead of the tights,slippers,and leotards )the other girls wore,Jenny had on a T-shirt,baggy shorts,and sweat socks. Over time,however,she began to enjoy the lessons.She discovered that her body-especially her long legs and strong,flexible muscles-was just right for ballet.She spent most days twisting,twirling,and leaping.When she wasn't performing,she was practicing.When she wasn't practicing,she was stretching.She took classes almost every day and hoped one day her dream would come true. One day she saw an advertisement that a famous ballerina troupe (would be performing in her hometown.Her thoughts ran wild,"I must meet up with the leader of the troupe and show her my skills,"she murmured to herself She dressed herself in her ballerina costume and managed to escape the guards and hid in the dressing room.To her luck the leader entered and she shyly knocked at the door.She bravely approached her and handed her a bunch ofred roses. The leader observed her action as she told her the dream."Alright,you dance and I will give you my opinions."But half way through the dance she stopped her and said,I'm sorry you're not good enough!" 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。 On hearing this,Jenny ran as fast as her legs could carry her and was ashamed. A year later,she heard that the same ballet troupe was performing in her town again. 试卷第9页（共9页）