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2026年高三年级期初调研检测 英语试题 2026.09 注意事项： 1．答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。 2．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 3．考试结束后，本试卷和答题卡一并交回。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 该部分分为第一、第二两节。注意，回答听力部分时，请先将答案标在试卷上。听力部分结束前，你将有两分钟的时间将你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段录音。每段录音后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段录音后，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. How much should the man pay? A. $6. B. $10. C. $16. 2. What will the woman do a week later? A. Tidy up the office. B. Work in Chicago. C. Organize all the files. 3. What does the woman imply about the gift for Mother’s Day? A. It doesn’t need to cost a lot. B. It should be a timeless gift. C. It is hard to choose the best. 4. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. What job to take. B. What major to choose. C. Whether to get further education. 5. Where does the conversation take place? A. At a bus station. B. In the mall. C. On the phone. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听下面5段录音。每段录音后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段录音前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，每小题都有5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音播放两遍。 听下面的录音，回答第6和第7小题。 6. What is the relationship between the speakers? A. Colleagues. B. Neighbors. C. Husband and wife. 7. What will the man do next? A. Pick up the kids. B. Deal with his work. C. Entertain the Smiths. 听下面的录音，回答第8至第10小题。 8. Why does the man refuse the woman’s invitation? A. He is busy with a big project. B. He needs to attend a family gathering. C. He will consult a mental health professional. 9. What might be the secret to the grandma’s long life? A. Staying positive. B. Having a light diet. C. Keeping regular exercise. 10. Why doesn’t the woman leave right now? A. To wait for Ashley. B. To see the boss. C. To do some extra work. 听下面的录音，回答第11至第13小题。 11. Why is the bin “smart”? A. It can identify and sort waste. B. It can remind people to sort waste. C. It can store different kinds of waste. 12. What is the key advantage of the collected data? A. Studying the types of waste. B. Improving waste collection efficiency. C. Monitoring people’s waste-sorting behavior. 13. What does the man say about the system? A. It has been widely used. B. It uses the latest technology. C. It helps to make a greener city. 听下面的录音，回答第14至第17小题。 14. What is the woman doing? A. Hosting a program. B. Having a job interview. C. Sharing her experience. 15. What happened to the animals in the recent disaster? A. The fish were polluted by oil. B. The birds died of a rare disease. C. The whales were washed up on the shore. 16. What does the woman think of Kevin’s job? A. Interesting. B. Challenging. C. Rewarding. 17. Why did Kevin choose the job? A. He loved doing outdoor work. B. He was devoted to environmental protection. C. He had great passion for the ocean ecosystem. 听下面的录音，回答第18至第20小题。 18. What does the speaker suggest people do? A. Stay at home all the time. B. Drive as carefully as possible. C. Prepare enough food and daily supplies. 19. What will the weather be like next week? A. Cold and rainy. B. Dry and freezing. C. Windy and snowy. 20. Who might Drew be? A. A sports journalist. B. A weather reporter. C. A business news host. 第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分） 第一节（共15个小题；每题2.5分，满分37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A High school is a critical turning point for international students in Singapore, as it is the key stage where students move beyond general education and begin preparing for specialized academic pathways and future careers. During this stage, students explore possible directions for university study and long-term goals. A wide variety of schools offer different courses, each shaping students’ academic and cultural growth uniquely. Pathways Key Features Target Students International Schools Fully English instruction; globally recognized qualifications Students who have moved between countries or plan to study overseas SAP Schools Dual-language competence (English and Chinese); strong academic traditions Students interested in bilingual learning Public Schools Academic excellence; local cultural integration Students seeking structured education within Singapore’s system Private Institutions Flexible study pace; smaller class sizes; personalized support Students who need more support or don’t meet public school entry requirements Specialized Independent Schools Specialized training and enrichment opportunities Students with strong talents in science, mathematics, sports, or the arts Understanding these pathways can help international students and their families make informed choices. Above all, the best option depends on the student’s personal strengths and goals, including the type of learning experience they’re looking for. 1. Why is high school important for international students in Singapore? A. It helps them adapt to local life quickly. B. It helps them explore university courses beforehand. C. It prepares them for specialized learning and career planning. D. It offers them opportunities for overseas university admission. 2. Which pathway best suits students eager for Chinese-English learning? A. International Schools. B. SAP Schools. C. Private Institutions. D. Specialized Independent Schools. 3. What matters most in choosing an academic pathway? A. Students’ strengths and goals. B. Family opinions and expectations. C. Chances to experience local culture. D. Class sizes and personalized instruction. 【答案】1. C 2. B 3. A 【解析】 【导语】本文介绍了新加坡国际生的五种高中升学路径，分别说明各类学校的核心特点与适配学生群体，帮助学生和家庭依据自身情况做出合适的求学选择。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段“High school is a critical turning point for international students in Singapore, as it is the key stage where students move beyond general education and begin preparing for specialized academic pathways and future careers. (高中对于在新加坡的国际学生而言是关键转折点，这一阶段学生从通识教育迈向专业学习方向，并开始为未来职业做准备)”可知，高中对新加坡的国际学生之所以重要，是因为它能为学生的专业学习和未来的职业规划做准备。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。根据表格SAP Schools一栏“Dual-language competence (English and Chinese); strong academic traditions (中英双语能力；深厚的学术传统)”以及“Students interested in bilingual learning (对双语学习感兴趣的学生)”可知，SAP学校最适合想要进行中英双语学习的学生。 【3题详解】 细节理解题。根据最后一段“Above all, the best option depends on the student’s personal strengths and goals, including the type of learning experience they’re looking for. (最重要的是，最佳选择取决于学生个人优势与目标，包括他们想要的学习体验类型)”可知，选择升学路径最重要的是学生自身的优势和目标。 B During my girlhood, I used to accompany my father to various public events and community discussions. Whatever the occasion, my father always had something to say. He would ask a thoughtful question or make a sharp comment. As a result, I assumed that he knew something about everything. How could this be? He was certainly an educated man. He was born in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, a neighborhood that was, at the time, simply poor. When a friend applied to a New York high school, he followed suit and was admitted. He went on to earn an undergraduate degree and then, after serving in World War II, earned a Ph.D. in chemistry. It’s an impressive path, but his education had been focused on the sciences; how was it that he knew so much about other things-Stickley furniture and the Battle of Waterloo, for example? I recently put the question to him. He explained that, as a teenager, he had made a promise to himself to ask a question in any gathering he attended. The exercise had sharpened his ability to listen, speak, and engage with whatever was happening. But his initial motivation, as my father readily admits, was simply to participate in the conversation. He came from a poor background and, though very intelligent, lacked the polish of the more privileged people with whom he came into contact. Asking a question was his way of finding his voice, often in settings where he felt uneasy, and also a way of fitting in. In speaking up, he received acknowledgement, which led to greater confidence, which led to greater participation, and in the end, to greater knowledge. Ever since my father’s method caught my attention, I have urged my shyer students to follow his example. I tell them to try to speak at least once during a class, if only to ask a question. Doing so helps them acquire a profile in class and involve themselves more deeply. In time, they will contribute to the conversation. And eventually, they may be able to amaze their children with their wide-ranging knowledge. 4. Why does the author mention her father’s educational path? A. To highlight his academic achievements. B. To explain why he was interested in science. C. To contrast his science education with his broad knowledge. D. To suggest how science contributed to his view on social issues. 5. What’s the father’s initial purpose of asking questions at gatherings? A. To make himself heard. B. To follow his friend’s example. C. To improve his communicative skills. D. To impress others with his intelligence. 6. What does the author expect her students to get from the method? A. A wider range of interests. B. Deeper engagement in learning. C. Greater confidence in public speaking. D. More recognition from their classmates. 7. What message does the author convey through the text? A. One simple habit fuels lasting growth. B. Success relies on seizing every chance. C. A good teacher learns from students as well. D. Childhood experiences decide future careers. 【答案】4. C 5. A 6. B 7. A 【解析】 【导语】这篇文章主要讲述了作者发现专攻理科的父亲知识广博，源于他坚持在各类场合主动提问的习惯；受此启发，她鼓励害羞的学生课堂开口，深度参与学习。 【4题详解】 推理判断题。根据第二段中“He was born in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, a neighborhood that was, at the time, simply poor. When a friend applied to a New York high school, he followed suit and was admitted. He went on to earn an undergraduate degree and then, after serving in World War II, earned a Ph.D. in chemistry. It’s an impressive path, but his education had been focused on the sciences; how was it that he knew so much about other things-Stickley furniture and the Battle of Waterloo, for example?(他出生在布鲁克林的威廉斯堡，当时那一带还十分贫困。当一位朋友申请纽约的一所高中时，他也跟着申请并被录取。之后，他获得了学士学位，二战结束后又取得了化学博士学位。 这是一条令人钦佩的学术之路，但他的教育主要集中在科学领域；那么，他怎么会知道其他方面的事情呢？比如斯蒂克利家具、滑铁卢战役等等？)”可推知，作者提到她父亲的求学经历是为了将单一的理科教育背景与广博的知识面形成对比。 【5题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段中“But his initial motivation, as my father readily admits, was simply to participate in the conversation. He came from a poor background and, though very intelligent, lacked the polish of the more privileged people with whom he came into contact. Asking a question was his way of finding his voice, often in settings where he felt uneasy, and also a way of fitting in.(但正如我父亲坦率承认的那样，他最初参与讨论的动机，仅仅是为了融入对话之中。他出身贫寒，虽然非常聪明，却缺乏与他接触的那些出身优渥之人的那种从容与优雅。提问成了他表达自我的方式，常常是在让他感到不自在的场合中，也是一条融入集体的途径。)”可推知，父亲最初在聚会上提问的动机很单纯——参与对话、在场合中找到自己的话语权，让自己被听见，从而融入环境。 【6题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段中“Doing so helps them acquire a profile in class and involve themselves more deeply. In time, they will contribute to the conversation.(这样做有助于他们在课堂上树立形象，更加深入地参与其中。随着时间推移，他们会逐渐参与到讨论中来。)”可知，作者鼓励害羞的学生效仿父亲，课堂上至少开口提一次问题，核心目的是让学生更深入地参与到课堂学习中，从被动倾听转向主动表达、参与对话。 【7题详解】 推理判断题。根据文章大意以及最后一段中“Doing so helps them acquire a profile in class and involve themselves more deeply. In time, they will contribute to the conversation. And eventually, they may be able to amaze their children with their wide-ranging knowledge.(这样做有助于他们在课堂上树立形象，更加深入地参与其中。随着时间推移，他们会逐渐参与到讨论中来。最终，或许还能用自己广博的知识让孩子们大吃一惊。)”可知，全文围绕 “主动提问”这一个简单习惯展开：父亲靠提问的习惯从窘迫融入到收获自信、积累广博知识；作者将这个方法教给学生，帮助他们深度参与学习、持续成长。由此可知，作者通过文章传达了一个微小的习惯可以驱动长期的成长与进步。 C In recent years, eco-conscious gardening has gained popularity. With so much emphasis on native plants, it is easy to see non-natives as simply a bad choice. However, gardeners say it’s not that simple. Laura Janney, CEO of The Inspired Garden Masterclass, argues that we miss the big picture by thinking in terms of native vs. non-native and assigning opposing moral labels. Instead, we should define “bad plants” as those that are invasive (入侵的) or damaging to local ecosystems, and “good plants” as those that support pollinators (传粉者), are sustainable, and aren’t invasive. The good plants, she adds, “work well in the garden whether they’re native or not.” That said, it’s still helpful to understand why non-native plants can be problematic when not planted thoughtfully. “There’s always a risk that a non-native plant can become invasive outside its native range, meaning it could cause negative impacts by out-competing native species for necessities of survival — especially in the absence of its co-evolved organisms feeding on it that otherwise keep its population in check — introducing pests or diseases, or providing low food and habitat value for native wildlife,” says Amy Karpati, Ph.D., senior science advisor at Teatown Lake Reservation. Since native plants are being grown in their native climate, once established, they can grow with little extra care. As a result, they are widely promoted as the virtuous choice, which can create pressure to turn a garden into a fully native landscape and guilt when that goal isn’t met. However, experts say a 100% native garden is simply not realistic for most people. A 2018 study of Carolina chickadees (山雀) shows that in areas with less than 70% native plant biomass, the birds could not produce enough young to sustain their populations, but thrived at 70% or higher. This has led to the recommendation that homeowners aim for roughly 70% native plants — a goal that supports wildlife while remaining realistic. “A healthy ecosystem is more important than the pursuit of native purity,” says Shane Pliska, the president and CEO of Planterra. “There is no turning back from the human impact, so we should be more focused on greening our environments with more plants and wooded habitats rather than a historical restoration to what was. Ecosystems evolve.” 8. What does Janney think determines whether a plant is “good” or “bad”? A. Whether it is native to the area. B. Whether it can survive with little care. C. Whether it benefits the local ecosystem. D. Whether it is popular among local gardeners. 9. How can non-native plants cause problems according to paragraph 3? A. By attracting co-evolved organisms. B. By driving away native insect species. C. By destroying habitats for native wildlife. D. By taking resources away from native species. 10. What is paragraph 4 mainly about? A. Risks of uncontrolled plant growth. B. The superiority of native-only gardens. C. A proper target for native plant cover. D. Influences of plants on bird reproduction. 11. What does Pliska imply in the last paragraph? A. Human impact is far-reaching. B. A plant’s role outweighs its origin. C. Native plants have lost their value. D. Past landscapes should be restored. 【答案】8. C 9. D 10. C 11. B 【解析】 【导语】文章主要围绕园艺中的本土与外来植物展开讨论，提出评判植物好坏的标准以及合理的植物配比建议。 【8题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Instead, we should define “bad plants” as those that are invasive (入侵的) or damaging to local ecosystems, and “good plants” as those that support pollinators (传粉者), are sustainable, and aren’t invasive.(相反，我们应当把“坏植物”定义为具有入侵性或者破坏当地生态系统的植物，把“好植物”定义为可以供养传粉者、具备可持续性且没有入侵性的植物。)”可知，Janney 判断植物好坏的依据是它是否对当地生态系统有益。 【9题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段中的“There’s always a risk that a non‑native plant can become invasive outside its native range, meaning it could cause negative impacts by out‑competing native species for necessities of survival.(外来植物在原生范围之外总有变成入侵物种的风险，这意味着它会通过和本土物种争夺生存必需品而造成负面影响。)”可知，外来植物会抢夺本土物种的生存资源，进而引发问题。 【10题详解】 主旨大意题。根据第四段中的“This has led to the recommendation that homeowners aim for roughly 70% native plants — a goal that supports wildlife while remaining realistic.(这就给出一项建议：住宅园艺目标大约配置百分之七十本土植物，该目标既可以支持野生动物生存，又具备现实可行性。)”可知，本段主要介绍本土植物占比的合理目标。 【11题详解】 推理判断题。通读最后一段，尤其是最后一段中的““A healthy ecosystem is more important than the pursuit of native purity,” says Shane Pliska, the president and CEO of Planterra. “There is no turning back from the human impact, so we should be more focused on greening our environments with more plants and wooded habitats rather than a historical restoration to what was. Ecosystems evolve.”(“健康的生态系统比追求纯粹本土物种更加重要，”普兰特拉公司总裁兼首席执行官谢恩·普利斯卡说道。人类造成的影响已经无法逆转，因此我们应当更多关注用更多植物与林地栖息地绿化环境，而不是复原过去的样貌。生态系统是不断演化的。)”可知，Pliska暗示植物发挥的实际作用比它的来源更加重要。 D AI is already a part of childhood. While chatbots stand ready to answer questions like, “Are monsters real?” or “Why is the sky blue?”, companies are racing to embed AI into kids’ toys. Take Teddy, a robotic teddy bear that, more than just a toy, can walk, talk, make decisions, and respond to children’s needs and emotions. In the new book, Human Raised: Nurturing Connection, Curiosity, & Lifelong Learning in the Age of AI, author Dana Suskind, a professor at the University of Chicago Medical Center, acknowledges that the technology makes sci-fi concepts plausible, offering promise as, for example, a productivity enhancer and time-saver for parents, a monitoring and research tool to collect valuable data on child development, and an interactive instructor helping some kids learn. But what happens if AI begins replacing the kinds of human interactions that young brains evolved to learn from? Alarms seem to overshadow the conveniences. Suskind cites the research by developmental psychologist Patricia K. Kuhl, who proposed the “social gate” hypothesis (假说) -the idea that children’s brains are biologically wired to learn through social interaction. Studies have shown, for example, that babies learn language much better from a live person than from a screen because social interactions engage the brain in ways passive media do not. The sing-song way parents naturally speak to babies, smiles, gentle touch and back-and-forth exchanges all appear to help open that social gate, facilitating learning and healthy brain development. “If we want children to be able to think critically, to be able to navigate the human world, we’re going to need to make sure that kids have a distinctly human-raised early childhood,” Suskind insists. AI toy companies, however, have different priorities. While those toys may imitate human interaction, Suskind argues they cannot recreate everything that makes human relationships developmentally valuable. Human relationships are messy and filled with emotions, which involve misunderstandings, frustration, quarrels, as well as forgiveness and reconnection. Interestingly, Suskind compares AI relationships to ultra-processed food. “If all you eat is fruit snacks, which are a synthetic (合成的) version of fruit, when you actually eat the real fruit, you will be like, ‘Hmm, it’s not quite as sweet,’” she says. 12. What does the underlined word “plausible” mean in paragraph 2? A. Strikingly popular. B. Increasingly vital. C. Difficult to understand. D. Possible in reality. 13. What does the “social gate” hypothesis help explain? A. Social interaction is essential to early learning. B. AI technology is equally helpful in children’s learning. C. Passive media activate children’s brains for efficient learning. D. Children are born with the ability to learn from surroundings. 14. What does the comparison with ultra-processed food suggest? A. AI can interpret rich human emotions. B. Human relationships seem more attractive to children. C. AI relationships are an alternative to human interaction. D. AI relationships may discourage children from real connections. 15. What can be a suitable title for the text? A. Are AI toys a perfect choice? B. Is AI defining children’s growth? C. Who is responsible for childcare? D. How do AI toys change childhood? 【答案】12. D 13. A 14. D 15. B 【解析】 【导语】主要探讨人工智能玩具走进儿童生活，分析其利弊，强调人际互动对儿童成长的不可替代性。 【12题详解】 词句猜测题。根据第二段中的“acknowledges that the technology makes sci‑fi concepts plausible, offering promise as, for example, a productivity enhancer and time‑saver for parents, a monitoring and research tool to collect valuable data on child development, and an interactive instructor helping some kids learn.(承认这项技术让科幻概念变得plausible，例如有望成为父母提高效率、节省时间的工具，收集儿童发育宝贵数据的监测研究工具，以及帮助部分孩子学习的互动指导者。)”可知，这项技术让原本科幻里的想法在现实中有机会实现，因此plausible含义为“现实中有可能的”。 【13题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段中的“Suskind cites the research by developmental psychologist Patricia K. Kuhl, who proposed the “social gate” hypothesis (假说)‑the idea that children’s brains are biologically wired to learn through social interaction.(萨斯坎德引用发展心理学家帕特里夏·K·库尔的研究，她提出了“社会闸门”假说——儿童的大脑在生理上天生通过社会互动进行学习。)” 可知，该假说表明社会互动对早期学习至关重要。 【14题详解】 推理判断题。根据第五段中的“Interestingly, Suskind compares AI relationships to ultra‑processed food. “If all you eat is fruit snacks, which are a synthetic (合成的) version of fruit, when you actually eat the real fruit, you will be like, ‘Hmm, it’s not quite as sweet,’” she says.(有趣的是，萨斯坎德把人工智能带来的交往类比为超加工食品。“如果你只吃水果零食，也就是水果的合成替代品，当你真正吃到真实水果时，你会觉得‘嗯，好像没有那么甜’，”她说。)”可知，把AI交往比作加工食品，暗示孩子习惯AI虚拟交往后，会削弱对真实人际往来的意愿。 【15题详解】 主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是第一段中的“AI is already a part of childhood. While chatbots stand ready to answer questions like, “Are monsters real?” or “Why is the sky blue?”, companies are racing to embed AI into kids’ toys.(人工智能已经成为童年的一部分。聊天机器人随时准备回答诸如“怪物是真的吗？”或者“天空为什么是蓝色的？”这类问题，企业正争相把人工智能植入儿童玩具。)”可知，文章围绕人工智能介入儿童生活，探讨它是否正在定义孩子的成长，由此可知，“人工智能正在定义儿童的成长吗？”能够概括全文内容，适合作为文章标题。 第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分） 阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 Whether it’s woodworking or sewing, the act of creation can reduce stress and improve your mood. But you don’t have to devote yourself to getting those health benefits. ____16____ And the more you do it, the better. Here is what you can do to kick-start your art practice. ____17____ “Everyone is capable of creative expression,” says Kaimal, a leading researcher in art therapy (疗法). In fact, her research has shown that there are no differences in health outcomes between experienced artists and ordinary people. So, how should you begin? Start with what you enjoy — maybe something you’ve done before, maybe something you loved as a kid. But keep an open mind. ____18____ Once you have your art materials, here comes the fun part. Let yourself get lost in the process and play. It’s the physical act of making art that promotes those feelings of stress relief and positive energy. You don’t even need to complete a project or like what you’re making to feel those health benefits. ____19____ Kaimal likes watercoloring in her free time. “Sometimes, when I don’t like what I’m making, it frees me up to explore new ideas, because I’ve let go of expectations,” she says. Consider making art a healthy habit like exercising. ____20____ Just as you make time to work, exercise and hang out with family and friends, try to designate a special time in your week to devote to your practice. A. You don’t need to be a Picasso. B. All you need to do is make art. C. In fact, that can be a positive thing. D. Stick to what you’ve already known. E. You may feel more confident as you practise. F. Anything that engages your creative mind is good for you. G. Whatever you do, don’t wait for creative inspiration to strike. 【答案】16. B 17. A 18. F 19. C 20. E 【解析】 【导语】本文介绍艺术创作能够缓解压力、改善情绪，并给出普通人开展艺术创作练习的相关建议。 【16题详解】 根据上文“But you don’t have to devote yourself to getting those health benefits. (但你不必全身心投入就能获得这些健康益处)”以及下文“And the more you do it, the better. (你做得越多，效果就越好)”可知，上文表明不用大量投入也能收获创作带来的健康好处，下文强调多进行创作效果更佳。本空应点明艺术创作的核心就是动手去做。B选项“你所要做的就是进行艺术创作”能够承上启下，符合语境。 【17题详解】 根据下文““Everyone is capable of creative expression,” says Kaimal, a leading researcher in art therapy (疗法). In fact, her research has shown that there are no differences in health outcomes between experienced artists and ordinary people. (艺术疗法的顶尖研究者凯马尔说：“每个人都能进行创意表达。事实上，她的研究表明，有经验的艺术家和普通人在健康收益上没有差别)”可知，本段核心观点是创意表达人人可行，专业艺术家和普通人的健康获益没有区别。A选项“你不必成为毕加索”用毕加索举例，形象说明不需要成为知名艺术家，普通人也可以进行艺术创作，总领本段，符合语境。 【18题详解】 根据上文“Start with what you enjoy — maybe something you’ve done before, maybe something you loved as a kid. But keep an open mind. (从你喜欢的事开始，可以是你以前做过的，也可以是你小时候喜爱的，但要保持开放心态)”以及下文“Once you have your art materials, here comes the fun part. (一旦备好了艺术创作材料，有趣的环节就开始了。)”可知，上文建议从自己喜爱的内容入手，同时保持开放心态，下文说明备好材料就可以开启创作。本空应说明凡是能够调动创造性思维的活动都是有益的，呼应开放心态的建议。F选项“任何能激发你创造性思维的事情都对你有益”能够承上启下，符合语境。 【19题详解】 根据上文“You don’t even need to complete a project or like what you’re making to feel those health benefits. (你甚至不需要完成作品或者喜欢自己正在创作的东西，就能收获这些健康益处)”以及下文“ “Sometimes, when I don’t like what I’m making, it frees me up to explore new ideas, because I’ve let go of expectations,” she says. (她说：“有时候，当我不喜欢自己正在创作的作品时，这反而能让我放开手脚去探索新想法，因为我已经放下了期待。”)”可知，上文提出不必喜欢自己的作品也能获益，下文举例说明不喜欢作品反而有助于探索新思路。本空需要过渡句，指代上文这件事，说明其积极意义。C选项“事实上，这可以是一件好事”起到承上启下的过渡作用，符合语境。 【20题详解】 根据上文“Consider making art a healthy habit like exercising. (把艺术创作当成像锻炼一样的健康习惯)”以及下文“Just as you make time to work, exercise and hang out with family and friends, try to designate a special time in your week to devote to your practice. (就像你留出时间工作、锻炼、陪伴亲友一样，试着每周专门留出一段时间投入创作练习)”可知，上文建议将艺术培养成习惯，下文介绍要固定时间坚持练习。E选项“随着练习，你可能会更加自信”，介绍坚持练习带来的积极变化，解释了把艺术养成习惯的好处，衔接上下文，符合语境。 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。 I drove back to my Midwestern hometown last spring, after eight years away. When I left for the city a decade earlier, I held onto a ____21____ that this small town could offer me nothing more. I was eager to ____22____ its slow rhythm, its familiar faces and limited chances. I ____23____ bright lights and new experiences. Pulling into the main street, I ____24____ the changes at once. Some old family-run stores had closed, replaced by chain shops. Still, certain things stayed ____25____: the old wooden bench in the town park and the gentle wind blowing across open fields. I walked past my old high-school building. ____26____ flooded in — afternoon walks with friends, youthful confusion, and my strong determination to run away to pursue something bigger. Back then I measured ____27____ by how far I could get from here. I thought ____28____ was something I would build entirely in the big city, ____29____ of my past. When visiting the simple house where I spent my childhood, I found strangers living inside. I did not feel sadness. Instead, a quiet sense of _____30_____ settled over me. This town had _____31_____ my values, my character, and the way I saw the world, even when I tried hard to _____32_____ it. I sat on that old park bench for a long while and finally understood that home is not _____33_____ a place you choose to live. It is _____34_____ into who you are. You may travel thousands of miles, _____35_____ the town that raised you remains part of your inner self, whether you like it or not. 21. A. desire B. belief C. fantasy D. principle 22. A. understand B. enjoy C. challenge D. escape 23. A. gave up B. heard about C. dreamed of D. dealt with 24. A. noticed B. imagined C. recorded D. recalled 25. A. unknown B. unchanged C. unpredictable D. unusual 26. A. Expectations B. Questions C. Memories D. Opportunities 27. A. courage B. patience C. intelligence D. success 28. A. identity B. routine C. friendship D. freedom 29. A. typical B. independent C. full D. indicative 30. A. regret B. loss C. recognition D. achievement 31. A. weakened B. tested C. reflected D. shaped 32. A. reject B. remember C. explore D. preserve 33. A. naturally B. merely C. really D. regularly 34. A. carved B. transformed C. developed D. forced 35. A. so B. for C. yet D. or 【答案】21. B 22. D 23. C 24. A 25. B 26. C 27. D 28. A 29. B 30. C 31. D 32. A 33. B 34. A 35. C 【解析】 【导语】文章主要讲述了作者在离开家乡八年后重返故里，发现小镇虽有不少变化，但某些事物依旧如初，最终领悟到家乡是铭刻在生命中、塑造内在自我的一部分。 【21题详解】 考查名词。句意：十年前我离开家乡去城市时，我坚信这个小镇不能给我提供更多的东西。A. desire渴望；B. belief信念，相信；C. fantasy幻想；D. principle原则。根据本句中的“that this small town could offer me nothing more”可知，作者当时持有一种明确的看法，认为小镇无法给予自己更多，这是一种主观上的“信念”。 【22题详解】 考查动词。句意：我渴望逃离它缓慢的节奏、熟悉的面孔和有限的机会。A. understand理解；B. enjoy享受；C. challenge挑战；D. escape逃离。根据本句中的“its slow rhythm, its familiar faces and limited chances”以及后文“I  ____ bright lights and new experiences.”可知，作者当时急切地想要离开小镇，去追求城市生活，因此这里表达的是“逃离”小镇的种种。 【23题详解】 考查动词短语。句意：我梦想着明亮的灯光和全新的体验。A. gave up放弃；B. heard about听说；C. dreamed of梦想；D. dealt with处理。根据前文“I was eager to ____ its slow rhythm, its familiar faces and limited chances.”可知，作者急切地想逃离小镇，再结合本句中“bright lights and new experiences”可知，这些是作者当时所向往、所“梦想”的东西。 【24题详解】 考查动词。句意：当我把车开进主街时，我立刻注意到了那些变化。A. noticed注意到；B. imagined想象；C. recorded记录；D. recalled回忆。根据后文“Some old family-run stores had closed, replaced by chain shops.”描述的都是家乡的变化可知，这些应是一进入主街，就能立即观察到的，作者“注意到”了这些变化。 【25题详解】 考查形容词。句意：不过，某些事物仍然保持不变——城镇公园里那张旧木长椅，以及吹过开阔田野的柔和微风。A. unknown未知的；B. unchanged未改变的；C. unpredictable不可预测的；D. unusual不寻常的。根据本句中“Still”一词以及破折号后“the old wooden bench in the town park and the gentle wind blowing across open fields”可知，虽然有些店铺变了，但这些事物依然如旧，与看到的变化形成对比，这些是“保持不变的”。 【26题详解】 考查名词。句意：回忆如潮水般涌来——与朋友们的午后散步、年轻时的困惑，以及我逃离这里去追求更大天地的强烈决心。A. Expectations期望；B. Questions问题；C. Memories回忆；D. Opportunities机会。根据本句中的“afternoon walks with friends, youthful confusion, and my strong determination to run away to pursue something bigger”可知，这些都是作者过去经历过的事情，属于对往事的“回忆”。 【27题详解】 考查名词。句意：那时，我衡量成功的标准是我能离这里有多远。A. courage勇气；B. patience耐心；C. intelligence智力；D. success成功。根据本句中的“by how far I could get from here”可知，作者当时把离开家乡的距离作为衡量自己“成功”的标准，应是认为离得越远越成功。 【28题详解】 考查名词。句意：我认为身份认同是我要完全在大城市里建立的，与我的过去无关。A. identity身份认同；B. routine日常；C. friendship友谊；D. freedom自由。根据本句中的“something I would build entirely in the big city, ____ of my past”可知，作者当时认为可以在大城市里完全重新建立某种东西，且与过去无关，应是作者认为可以在城市里重塑自我身份，摆脱过去，建立一种新的“身份认同”。 【29题详解】 考查形容词。句意：我认为身份认同是我要完全在大城市里建立的，与我的过去无关。A. typical典型的；B. independent独立的；C. full充满的；D. indicative指示的。根据本句中的“something I would build entirely in the big city”可知，作者当时认为身份认同完全可以在大城市中建立，而独立于过去、不受过去影响。 【30题详解】 考查名词。句意：相反，一种平静的认同感笼罩了我。A. regret遗憾；B. loss失落；C. recognition认同，认识；D. achievement成就。根据前文“I did not feel sadness.”可知，作者没有感到悲伤，而是另一种平静的感受。结合后文“This town had ____ my values, my character, and the way I saw the world”可知，作者意识到家乡塑造了自己，因此这应是一种“认同感”。 【31题详解】 考查动词。句意：这个小镇塑造了我的价值观、我的性格以及我看世界的方式，即使我曾努力拒绝它。A. weakened削弱；B. tested测试；C. reflected反映；D. shaped塑造。根据本句中“my values, my character, and the way I saw the world”可知，家乡对作者的价值观、性格和世界观产生了深远影响，“塑造”了作者。 【32题详解】 考查动词。句意：这个小镇塑造了我的价值观、我的性格以及我看世界的方式，即使我曾努力拒绝它。A. reject拒绝；B. remember记得；C. explore探索；D. preserve保存。根据第三段最后一句“I thought ____ was something I would build entirely in the big city, ____ of my past.”可知，作者当时想摆脱过去，认为可以在城市里完全重新建立身份认同，与本句中“even when I tried hard to”形成呼应，表示作者曾努力“拒绝”家乡对自己的影响。 【33题详解】 考查副词。句意：我在那张旧公园长椅上坐了许久，终于明白，家不仅仅是一个你选择居住的地方。A. naturally自然地；B. merely仅仅；C. really真正地；D. regularly定期地。根据后文“It is ____ into who you are.”可知，作者领悟到家的意义更深，不只是居住地，因此空处应表达“不仅仅”之意。 【34题详解】 考查动词。句意：它被铭刻进你的生命里。A. carved雕刻；B. transformed转变；C. developed发展；D. forced强迫。根据本句中的“into who you are”可知，家乡的影响是深刻而持久的，如同被“雕刻”进人的内在之中，成为自我的一部分。 【35题详解】 考查连词。句意：你可能会远行千里，然而养育你的小镇依然是你内在自我的一部分，无论你喜欢与否。A. so所以；B. for因为；C. yet然而；D. or或者。根据空前后内容“You may travel thousands of miles”与“the town that raised you remains part of your inner self”之间的逻辑关系可知，前后构成转折，即无论走多远，然而家乡依然留在心中。 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 mid-June, volunteers gathered at Xifang Temple in Pingyao, Shanxi Province, for an architectural heritage protection workshop, which ____36____ (bring) together Generation Z youngsters from China, France and Spain. The 10-day workshop opened ____37____ a tea-offering ceremony to show respect for local master craftsmen. Most volunteers held university degrees, and the workshop offered them ____38____ (practice) skills they could never learn in classrooms. Among them was Chinese volunteer Wu Yue, who admitted feeling confused at first. He had a great deal of theoretical knowledge about ancient architecture ____39____ he had never tried mixing mud or repairing wooden beams (梁). Guided by local craftsmen, volunteers fell into groups. Some cleared weeds around old courtyard walls while others repaired ____40____ (break) gate frames and polished faded wood carvings. Language barriers never stopped their cooperation. They relied on simple Chinese and English, hand signals and rough drawings ____41____ (communicate), exchanging ideas to balance historical preservation and modern comfort. When the workshop ended, the ancient gate stood ____42____ (shine) brightly again. The workshop built a gentle cultural bridge, enabling young ____43____ (mind) from diverse cultures to understand each other. Lucas, a 21-year-old student from Paris, hoped more such international youth workshops would be held in rural China, so more global youngsters could join in ____44____ protection of heritage. For centuries, ancient villages carry Chinese people’s deep attachment to hometowns. Now, with joint efforts of Chinese and foreign young volunteers, these rural landscapes regain ____45____ (vital), proving cultural heritage protection is a shared mission for all mankind. 【答案】36. brought 37. with 38. practical 39. but 40. broken 41. to communicate 42. shining 43. minds 44. the 45. vitality 【解析】 【导语】文章主要讲述中外青年在平遥参与古建筑遗产保护研习活动。 【36题详解】 考查动词时态和主谓一致。句意：六月中旬，志愿者们聚集在山西省平遥县的西方寺，参加一个建筑遗产保护研讨会，该研讨会汇集了来自中国、法国和西班牙的Z世代年轻人。空处为非限制性定语从句的谓语动词，先行词为an architectural heritage protection workshop，句子描述的是过去发生的事情，应用一般过去时，空处用bring的过去式形式brought。 【37题详解】 考查介词。句意：这个为期10天的研讨会以一场敬茶仪式开幕，以表达对当地大师级工匠的尊重。open with为固定搭配，意为“以……开始/开幕”。 【38题详解】 考查形容词。句意：大多数志愿者拥有大学学位，研讨会为他们提供了在课堂上永远学不到的实践技能。空处修饰名词skills，需用形容词作定语；practice是名词，其形容词形式是practical，表示“实践的、实用的”。 【39题详解】 考查连词。句意：他对古建筑有大量的理论知识，但他从未尝试过混合泥土或修理木梁。空处连接两个并列分句，前后为转折关系，表示“但是”，用并列连词but。 【40题详解】 考查形容词。句意：一些人清理旧院墙周围的杂草，另一些人修理破损的门框，擦亮褪色的木雕。空处修饰名词gate frames，需用形容词作定语；break是动词，其形容词形式是broken，表示“破损的”。 【41题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：他们依靠简单的中英文、手势和粗略的图画来交流，交换意见以平衡历史保护和现代舒适。空处作目的状语，表示“为了交流”，应用不定式形式to communicate。 【42题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：研讨会结束时，古老的大门再次焕发光彩。stood为句子谓语，空处为非谓语动词作状语，shine与the ancient gate之间为主动关系，应用现在分词形式shining作伴随状语。 【43题详解】 考查名词复数。句意：研讨会搭建了一座温和的文化桥梁，使来自不同文化的年轻人能够相互理解。mind在此处意为“思想，头脑，有才智的人”，为可数名词，结合后文from diverse cultures可知，此处指多位年轻人，应用复数形式minds。 【44题详解】 考查冠词。句意：来自巴黎的21岁学生卢卡斯希望在中国农村举办更多这样的国际青年研讨会，以便更多全球年轻人能够加入遗产保护的行列。此处特指“遗产保护”，应用定冠词the。 【45题详解】 考查名词。句意：如今，在中外年轻志愿者的共同努力下，这些乡村景观重新焕发了生机，证明文化遗产保护是全人类共同的使命。空处作动词regain的宾语，需用名词形式；vital是形容词，其名词形式是vitality，表示“生机、活力”。 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 你校英文报正在以“成长”为主题征稿。有人认为，成长的关键在于融入集体，也有人认为，成长的关键在于坚持自我。请你投稿，选择其中一种观点并阐述理由。 注意： （1）写作词数应为80个左右； （2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Growth in My Eyes _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】One possible version: Growth in My Eyes When it comes to the key to growth, some believe in joining a group, while others insist on staying true to themselves. Personally, I firmly believe that sticking to our own path is what truly leads to growth. First, adhering to our inner voice helps us discover our unique talents. In a noisy world, following our hearts allows us to set meaningful goals. Furthermore, staying true to ourselves builds strong independence and confidence. When facing difficulties, it is our own belief that pushes us forward. In conclusion, true growth is a journey of self-discovery. Let’s be brave enough to be ourselves! 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达要求考生围绕“成长的关键”这一话题投稿，有人认为，成长的关键在于融入集体，也有人认为，成长的关键在于坚持自我，选择其中一种观点并阐述理由。 【详解】1. 词汇积累 坚持：stick to → persist in 内心的：inner → internal 独特的：unique → distinctive 有意义的：meaningful → rewarding 2. 句式拓展 同义句转换 原句：Personally, I firmly believe that sticking to our own path is what truly leads to growth. 拓展句：Personally, I firmly hold the view that sticking to our own path is what truly leads to growth. 【点睛】【高分句型 1】Personally, I firmly believe that sticking to our own path is what truly leads to growth.（运用了that引导宾语从句及what引导表语从句） 【高分句型 2】When facing difficulties, it is our own belief that pushes us forward.（运用了状语从句的省略结构以及“it is...that...”强调句型） 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。 In a remote valley lay Clara’s hometown, a forgotten river island reachable only by a narrow dirt road. Most young adults had flooded into the city, leaving behind grey-haired grandparents and children. Clara, after building a successful career in the city, returned home, surprised by what she found: children glued to screens, and quiet streets empty of laughter. She invested her savings and opened a free bookstore on the riverbank. The shelves were filled with books — but the chairs were always empty. The villagers were polite but helpless. “Once the kids pick up a phone, you can’t get them to read,” an elderly woman sighed. The words weighed on Clara’s heart but she said nothing. The next Saturday, with golden light spreading on the river, she loaded a cloth bag with picture books and set out on her bicycle, hoping to bring stories to the children. Her first stop was a small cottage. A young boy sat on the doorstep, phone in hand. Clara asked gently if he would like to read some picture books. The boy shook his head. “Thanks, but I’m spending my time on my phone,” he replied. Then the door closed behind him. At the next two houses, there was no answer; the grandparents were out working in the fields. By late afternoon, her bag remained stuffed with untouched books. She stood by the river, watching the sun sink, and wondered if the old woman had been right. It was then that she noticed a small figure sitting on the ground — eight-year-old Toby. His clothes were faded but his face was sincere and clean. He was drawing shapes in the dust with a stick — not random marks, but careful outlines of birds in flight, as though illustrating a story only he could see. Clara opened her bag. The last sunlight fell across the book covers, making them stand out. One book bore a picture of a bird spreading its wings in flight. 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。 Clara took a deep breath and walked towards him. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The following Saturday, Clara walked into her bookstore, surprised to find Toby was not alone. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】 Clara took a deep breath and walked towards him. She crouched down, pointed at the flying bird on the book cover and asked softly, “Do you want to see more birds that can travel across mountains and seas in stories?” Toby froze, his eyes fixed on the bright cover, and nodded shyly. Clara sat beside him, turning pages and narrating the warm story vividly. The boy’s eyes grew brighter little by little, and he even shared his own wish to draw all the lovely birds in the valley. Before leaving, Clara lent the book to him and invited him to the bookstore. The following Saturday, Clara walked into her bookstore, surprised to find Toby was not alone. He was standing by the shelf with three other kids, all holding the picture books Clara had brought before. Toby ran to her excitedly and said he told his friends the interesting bird story, and they all wanted to see more books about nature and stories. Soon, laughter and reading voices filled the bookstore. More and more kids put down their phones and came here, and the quiet riverbank was full of long-lost joy again. 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，主要讲述了Clara放弃城市生活回到家乡，开设免费书店并骑车送书，最终用故事打动Toby，让更多孩子放下手机、重拾阅读的故事。 【详解】1.段落续写： ①由第一段首句可知，第一段可描写Clara主动接近Toby，用绘本中的飞鸟故事吸引他，Toby从害羞到产生兴趣，并借书回家。 ②由第二段首句可知，第二段可描写Toby带着朋友一起来书店，孩子们分享故事、阅读绘本，书店逐渐热闹起来，河岸重现欢声笑语。 2.续写线索：Clara走近Toby——用飞鸟绘本吸引他——Toby产生兴趣并借书——Toby带朋友来书店——孩子们放下手机爱上阅读——河岸重获生机 3.词汇激活 行为类 ①蹲下：crouch down/squat down ②放下：put down/set aside 情绪类 ①害羞地：shyly/timidly ②兴奋：excitedly/with excitement/in high spirits 【点睛】【高分句型1】Do you want to see more birds that can travel across mountains and seas in stories? (运用了that引导的定语从句) 【高分句型2】Toby froze, his eyes fixed on the bright cover, and nodded shyly. (运用了独立主格结构作状语) 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 2026年高三年级期初调研检测 英语试题 2026.09 注意事项： 1．答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。 2．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 3．考试结束后，本试卷和答题卡一并交回。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 该部分分为第一、第二两节。注意，回答听力部分时，请先将答案标在试卷上。听力部分结束前，你将有两分钟的时间将你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段录音。每段录音后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段录音后，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. How much should the man pay? A. $6. B. $10. C. $16. 2. What will the woman do a week later? A. Tidy up the office. B. Work in Chicago. C. Organize all the files. 3. What does the woman imply about the gift for Mother’s Day? A. It doesn’t need to cost a lot. B. It should be a timeless gift. C. It is hard to choose the best. 4. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. What job to take. B. What major to choose. C. Whether to get further education. 5. Where does the conversation take place? A. At a bus station. B. In the mall. C. On the phone. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听下面5段录音。每段录音后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段录音前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，每小题都有5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音播放两遍。 听下面的录音，回答第6和第7小题。 6. What is the relationship between the speakers? A. Colleagues. B. Neighbors. C. Husband and wife. 7. What will the man do next? A. Pick up the kids. B. Deal with his work. C. Entertain the Smiths. 听下面的录音，回答第8至第10小题。 8. Why does the man refuse the woman’s invitation? A. He is busy with a big project. B. He needs to attend a family gathering. C. He will consult a mental health professional. 9. What might be the secret to the grandma’s long life? A. Staying positive. B. Having a light diet. C. Keeping regular exercise. 10. Why doesn’t the woman leave right now? A. To wait for Ashley. B. To see the boss. C. To do some extra work. 听下面的录音，回答第11至第13小题。 11. Why is the bin “smart”? A. It can identify and sort waste. B. It can remind people to sort waste. C. It can store different kinds of waste. 12. What is the key advantage of the collected data? A. Studying the types of waste. B. Improving waste collection efficiency. C. Monitoring people’s waste-sorting behavior. 13. What does the man say about the system? A. It has been widely used. B. It uses the latest technology. C. It helps to make a greener city. 听下面的录音，回答第14至第17小题。 14. What is the woman doing? A. Hosting a program. B. Having a job interview. C. Sharing her experience. 15. What happened to the animals in the recent disaster? A. The fish were polluted by oil. B. The birds died of a rare disease. C. The whales were washed up on the shore. 16. What does the woman think of Kevin’s job? A. Interesting. B. Challenging. C. Rewarding. 17. Why did Kevin choose the job? A. He loved doing outdoor work. B. He was devoted to environmental protection. C. He had great passion for the ocean ecosystem. 听下面的录音，回答第18至第20小题。 18. What does the speaker suggest people do? A. Stay at home all the time. B. Drive as carefully as possible. C. Prepare enough food and daily supplies. 19. What will the weather be like next week? A. Cold and rainy. B. Dry and freezing. C. Windy and snowy. 20. Who might Drew be? A. A sports journalist. B. A weather reporter. C. A business news host. 第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分） 第一节（共15个小题；每题2.5分，满分37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A High school is a critical turning point for international students in Singapore, as it is the key stage where students move beyond general education and begin preparing for specialized academic pathways and future careers. During this stage, students explore possible directions for university study and long-term goals. A wide variety of schools offer different courses, each shaping students’ academic and cultural growth uniquely. Pathways Key Features Target Students International Schools Fully English instruction; globally recognized qualifications Students who have moved between countries or plan to study overseas SAP Schools Dual-language competence (English and Chinese); strong academic traditions Students interested in bilingual learning Public Schools Academic excellence; local cultural integration Students seeking structured education within Singapore’s system Private Institutions Flexible study pace; smaller class sizes; personalized support Students who need more support or don’t meet public school entry requirements Specialized Independent Schools Specialized training and enrichment opportunities Students with strong talents in science, mathematics, sports, or the arts Understanding these pathways can help international students and their families make informed choices. Above all, the best option depends on the student’s personal strengths and goals, including the type of learning experience they’re looking for. 1. Why is high school important for international students in Singapore? A. It helps them adapt to local life quickly. B. It helps them explore university courses beforehand. C. It prepares them for specialized learning and career planning. D. It offers them opportunities for overseas university admission. 2. Which pathway best suits students eager for Chinese-English learning? A. International Schools. B. SAP Schools. C. Private Institutions. D. Specialized Independent Schools. 3. What matters most in choosing an academic pathway? A. Students’ strengths and goals. B. Family opinions and expectations. C. Chances to experience local culture. D. Class sizes and personalized instruction. B During my girlhood, I used to accompany my father to various public events and community discussions. Whatever the occasion, my father always had something to say. He would ask a thoughtful question or make a sharp comment. As a result, I assumed that he knew something about everything. How could this be? He was certainly an educated man. He was born in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, a neighborhood that was, at the time, simply poor. When a friend applied to a New York high school, he followed suit and was admitted. He went on to earn an undergraduate degree and then, after serving in World War II, earned a Ph.D. in chemistry. It’s an impressive path, but his education had been focused on the sciences; how was it that he knew so much about other things-Stickley furniture and the Battle of Waterloo, for example? I recently put the question to him. He explained that, as a teenager, he had made a promise to himself to ask a question in any gathering he attended. The exercise had sharpened his ability to listen, speak, and engage with whatever was happening. But his initial motivation, as my father readily admits, was simply to participate in the conversation. He came from a poor background and, though very intelligent, lacked the polish of the more privileged people with whom he came into contact. Asking a question was his way of finding his voice, often in settings where he felt uneasy, and also a way of fitting in. In speaking up, he received acknowledgement, which led to greater confidence, which led to greater participation, and in the end, to greater knowledge. Ever since my father’s method caught my attention, I have urged my shyer students to follow his example. I tell them to try to speak at least once during a class, if only to ask a question. Doing so helps them acquire a profile in class and involve themselves more deeply. In time, they will contribute to the conversation. And eventually, they may be able to amaze their children with their wide-ranging knowledge. 4. Why does the author mention her father’s educational path? A. To highlight his academic achievements. B. To explain why he was interested in science. C. To contrast his science education with his broad knowledge. D. To suggest how science contributed to his view on social issues. 5. What’s the father’s initial purpose of asking questions at gatherings? A. To make himself heard. B. To follow his friend’s example. C. To improve his communicative skills. D. To impress others with his intelligence. 6. What does the author expect her students to get from the method? A. A wider range of interests. B. Deeper engagement in learning. C. Greater confidence in public speaking. D. More recognition from their classmates. 7. What message does the author convey through the text? A. One simple habit fuels lasting growth. B. Success relies on seizing every chance. C. A good teacher learns from students as well. D. Childhood experiences decide future careers. C In recent years, eco-conscious gardening has gained popularity. With so much emphasis on native plants, it is easy to see non-natives as simply a bad choice. However, gardeners say it’s not that simple. Laura Janney, CEO of The Inspired Garden Masterclass, argues that we miss the big picture by thinking in terms of native vs. non-native and assigning opposing moral labels. Instead, we should define “bad plants” as those that are invasive (入侵的) or damaging to local ecosystems, and “good plants” as those that support pollinators (传粉者), are sustainable, and aren’t invasive. The good plants, she adds, “work well in the garden whether they’re native or not.” That said, it’s still helpful to understand why non-native plants can be problematic when not planted thoughtfully. “There’s always a risk that a non-native plant can become invasive outside its native range, meaning it could cause negative impacts by out-competing native species for necessities of survival — especially in the absence of its co-evolved organisms feeding on it that otherwise keep its population in check — introducing pests or diseases, or providing low food and habitat value for native wildlife,” says Amy Karpati, Ph.D., senior science advisor at Teatown Lake Reservation. Since native plants are being grown in their native climate, once established, they can grow with little extra care. As a result, they are widely promoted as the virtuous choice, which can create pressure to turn a garden into a fully native landscape and guilt when that goal isn’t met. However, experts say a 100% native garden is simply not realistic for most people. A 2018 study of Carolina chickadees (山雀) shows that in areas with less than 70% native plant biomass, the birds could not produce enough young to sustain their populations, but thrived at 70% or higher. This has led to the recommendation that homeowners aim for roughly 70% native plants — a goal that supports wildlife while remaining realistic. “A healthy ecosystem is more important than the pursuit of native purity,” says Shane Pliska, the president and CEO of Planterra. “There is no turning back from the human impact, so we should be more focused on greening our environments with more plants and wooded habitats rather than a historical restoration to what was. Ecosystems evolve.” 8. What does Janney think determines whether a plant is “good” or “bad”? A. Whether it is native to the area. B. Whether it can survive with little care. C. Whether it benefits the local ecosystem. D. Whether it is popular among local gardeners. 9. How can non-native plants cause problems according to paragraph 3? A. By attracting co-evolved organisms. B. By driving away native insect species. C. By destroying habitats for native wildlife. D. By taking resources away from native species. 10. What is paragraph 4 mainly about? A. Risks of uncontrolled plant growth. B. The superiority of native-only gardens. C. A proper target for native plant cover. D. Influences of plants on bird reproduction. 11. What does Pliska imply in the last paragraph? A. Human impact is far-reaching. B. A plant’s role outweighs its origin. C. Native plants have lost their value. D. Past landscapes should be restored. D AI is already a part of childhood. While chatbots stand ready to answer questions like, “Are monsters real?” or “Why is the sky blue?”, companies are racing to embed AI into kids’ toys. Take Teddy, a robotic teddy bear that, more than just a toy, can walk, talk, make decisions, and respond to children’s needs and emotions. In the new book, Human Raised: Nurturing Connection, Curiosity, & Lifelong Learning in the Age of AI, author Dana Suskind, a professor at the University of Chicago Medical Center, acknowledges that the technology makes sci-fi concepts plausible, offering promise as, for example, a productivity enhancer and time-saver for parents, a monitoring and research tool to collect valuable data on child development, and an interactive instructor helping some kids learn. But what happens if AI begins replacing the kinds of human interactions that young brains evolved to learn from? Alarms seem to overshadow the conveniences. Suskind cites the research by developmental psychologist Patricia K. Kuhl, who proposed the “social gate” hypothesis (假说) -the idea that children’s brains are biologically wired to learn through social interaction. Studies have shown, for example, that babies learn language much better from a live person than from a screen because social interactions engage the brain in ways passive media do not. The sing-song way parents naturally speak to babies, smiles, gentle touch and back-and-forth exchanges all appear to help open that social gate, facilitating learning and healthy brain development. “If we want children to be able to think critically, to be able to navigate the human world, we’re going to need to make sure that kids have a distinctly human-raised early childhood,” Suskind insists. AI toy companies, however, have different priorities. While those toys may imitate human interaction, Suskind argues they cannot recreate everything that makes human relationships developmentally valuable. Human relationships are messy and filled with emotions, which involve misunderstandings, frustration, quarrels, as well as forgiveness and reconnection. Interestingly, Suskind compares AI relationships to ultra-processed food. “If all you eat is fruit snacks, which are a synthetic (合成的) version of fruit, when you actually eat the real fruit, you will be like, ‘Hmm, it’s not quite as sweet,’” she says. 12. What does the underlined word “plausible” mean in paragraph 2? A. Strikingly popular. B. Increasingly vital. C. Difficult to understand. D. Possible in reality. 13. What does the “social gate” hypothesis help explain? A. Social interaction is essential to early learning. B. AI technology is equally helpful in children’s learning. C. Passive media activate children’s brains for efficient learning. D. Children are born with the ability to learn from surroundings. 14. What does the comparison with ultra-processed food suggest? A. AI can interpret rich human emotions. B. Human relationships seem more attractive to children. C. AI relationships are an alternative to human interaction. D. AI relationships may discourage children from real connections. 15. What can be a suitable title for the text? A. Are AI toys a perfect choice? B. Is AI defining children’s growth? C. Who is responsible for childcare? D. How do AI toys change childhood? 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。 Whether it’s woodworking or sewing, the act of creation can reduce stress and improve your mood. But you don’t have to devote yourself to getting those health benefits. ____16____ And the more you do it, the better. Here is what you can do to kick-start your art practice. ____17____ “Everyone is capable of creative expression,” says Kaimal, a leading researcher in art therapy (疗法). In fact, her research has shown that there are no differences in health outcomes between experienced artists and ordinary people. So, how should you begin? Start with what you enjoy — maybe something you’ve done before, maybe something you loved as a kid. But keep an open mind. ____18____ Once you have your art materials, here comes the fun part. Let yourself get lost in the process and play. It’s the physical act of making art that promotes those feelings of stress relief and positive energy. You don’t even need to complete a project or like what you’re making to feel those health benefits. ____19____ Kaimal likes watercoloring in her free time. “Sometimes, when I don’t like what I’m making, it frees me up to explore new ideas, because I’ve let go of expectations,” she says. Consider making art a healthy habit like exercising. ____20____ Just as you make time to work, exercise and hang out with family and friends, try to designate a special time in your week to devote to your practice. A. You don’t need to be a Picasso. B. All you need to do is make art. C. In fact, that can be a positive thing. D. Stick to what you’ve already known. E. You may feel more confident as you practise. F. Anything that engages your creative mind is good for you. G. Whatever you do, don’t wait for creative inspiration to strike. 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。 I drove back to my Midwestern hometown last spring, after eight years away. When I left for the city a decade earlier, I held onto a ____21____ that this small town could offer me nothing more. I was eager to ____22____ its slow rhythm, its familiar faces and limited chances. I ____23____ bright lights and new experiences. Pulling into the main street, I ____24____ the changes at once. Some old family-run stores had closed, replaced by chain shops. Still, certain things stayed ____25____: the old wooden bench in the town park and the gentle wind blowing across open fields. I walked past my old high-school building. ____26____ flooded in — afternoon walks with friends, youthful confusion, and my strong determination to run away to pursue something bigger. Back then I measured ____27____ by how far I could get from here. I thought ____28____ was something I would build entirely in the big city, ____29____ of my past. When visiting the simple house where I spent my childhood, I found strangers living inside. I did not feel sadness. Instead, a quiet sense of _____30_____ settled over me. This town had _____31_____ my values, my character, and the way I saw the world, even when I tried hard to _____32_____ it. I sat on that old park bench for a long while and finally understood that home is not _____33_____ a place you choose to live. It is _____34_____ into who you are. You may travel thousands of miles, _____35_____ the town that raised you remains part of your inner self, whether you like it or not. 21. A. desire B. belief C. fantasy D. principle 22. A. understand B. enjoy C. challenge D. escape 23. A. gave up B. heard about C. dreamed of D. dealt with 24. A. noticed B. imagined C. recorded D. recalled 25. A. unknown B. unchanged C. unpredictable D. unusual 26. A. Expectations B. Questions C. Memories D. Opportunities 27. A. courage B. patience C. intelligence D. success 28. A. identity B. routine C. friendship D. freedom 29. A. typical B. independent C. full D. indicative 30. A. regret B. loss C. recognition D. achievement 31. A. weakened B. tested C. reflected D. shaped 32. A. reject B. remember C. explore D. preserve 33. A. naturally B. merely C. really D. regularly 34. A. carved B. transformed C. developed D. forced 35. A. so B. for C. yet D. or 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 mid-June, volunteers gathered at Xifang Temple in Pingyao, Shanxi Province, for an architectural heritage protection workshop, which ____36____ (bring) together Generation Z youngsters from China, France and Spain. The 10-day workshop opened ____37____ a tea-offering ceremony to show respect for local master craftsmen. Most volunteers held university degrees, and the workshop offered them ____38____ (practice) skills they could never learn in classrooms. Among them was Chinese volunteer Wu Yue, who admitted feeling confused at first. He had a great deal of theoretical knowledge about ancient architecture ____39____ he had never tried mixing mud or repairing wooden beams (梁). Guided by local craftsmen, volunteers fell into groups. Some cleared weeds around old courtyard walls while others repaired ____40____ (break) gate frames and polished faded wood carvings. Language barriers never stopped their cooperation. They relied on simple Chinese and English, hand signals and rough drawings ____41____ (communicate), exchanging ideas to balance historical preservation and modern comfort. When the workshop ended, the ancient gate stood ____42____ (shine) brightly again. The workshop built a gentle cultural bridge, enabling young ____43____ (mind) from diverse cultures to understand each other. Lucas, a 21-year-old student from Paris, hoped more such international youth workshops would be held in rural China, so more global youngsters could join in ____44____ protection of heritage. For centuries, ancient villages carry Chinese people’s deep attachment to hometowns. Now, with joint efforts of Chinese and foreign young volunteers, these rural landscapes regain ____45____ (vital), proving cultural heritage protection is a shared mission for all mankind. 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 你校英文报正在以“成长”为主题征稿。有人认为，成长的关键在于融入集体，也有人认为，成长的关键在于坚持自我。请你投稿，选择其中一种观点并阐述理由。 注意： （1）写作词数应为80个左右； （2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Growth in My Eyes _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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。 In a remote valley lay Clara’s hometown, a forgotten river island reachable only by a narrow dirt road. Most young adults had flooded into the city, leaving behind grey-haired grandparents and children. Clara, after building a successful career in the city, returned home, surprised by what she found: children glued to screens, and quiet streets empty of laughter. She invested her savings and opened a free bookstore on the riverbank. The shelves were filled with books — but the chairs were always empty. The villagers were polite but helpless. “Once the kids pick up a phone, you can’t get them to read,” an elderly woman sighed. The words weighed on Clara’s heart but she said nothing. The next Saturday, with golden light spreading on the river, she loaded a cloth bag with picture books and set out on her bicycle, hoping to bring stories to the children. Her first stop was a small cottage. A young boy sat on the doorstep, phone in hand. Clara asked gently if he would like to read some picture books. The boy shook his head. “Thanks, but I’m spending my time on my phone,” he replied. Then the door closed behind him. At the next two houses, there was no answer; the grandparents were out working in the fields. By late afternoon, her bag remained stuffed with untouched books. She stood by the river, watching the sun sink, and wondered if the old woman had been right. It was then that she noticed a small figure sitting on the ground — eight-year-old Toby. His clothes were faded but his face was sincere and clean. He was drawing shapes in the dust with a stick — not random marks, but careful outlines of birds in flight, as though illustrating a story only he could see. Clara opened her bag. The last sunlight fell across the book covers, making them stand out. One book bore a picture of a bird spreading its wings in flight. 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。 Clara took a deep breath and walked towards him. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The following Saturday, Clara walked into her bookstore, surprised to find Toby was not alone. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $