专题02 阅读理解（说明文）（期中真题汇编）高一英语上学期人教版

**基本信息** 聚焦高一上学期说明文阅读理解，涵盖人与社会、自我、自然等6大主题语境，精选浙江、福建等多地重点中学期中真题，注重语言能力与跨文化思维考查。 **题型特征** |题型|题量/分值|知识覆盖|命题特色| |----|-----------|----------|----------| |阅读理解|12篇/48题|细节理解（如旅行对心理影响）、推理判断（如3D打印食物前景）、词义猜测（如“feasible”“malleable”）、主旨大意（如旧建筑保护意义）|素材具时代性（AI选西瓜、浮动涡轮机），问题设计梯度分明，融合文化传承（海女传统）与科技前沿（听力辅助设备研究）|

函学科网 www.zxxk.com 让教与学更高效 专题02阅读理解（说明文） 基础必练 主题语境01人与社会-文学、艺术与体育 Passage 1 【答案】1.D2.B3.C4.A Passage 2 【答案】1.B2.D3.C4.C Passage 3 【答案】1.A2.D3.B4.C 主题语境02人与社会-社会服务与人际沟通 【答案】1.C2.B3.A4.D 主题语境03人与社会-科学与技术 Passage 1 【答案】1.B2.A3.A4.C Passage 2 【答案】1.A2.C3.C4.D Passage 3 【答案】1.D2.D3.A4B 主题语境04人与自我-做人与做事 【答案】1.B2.A3.C4.A 主题语境05人与自我-生活与学习 115 可学科网 www.zxxk.com 让教与学更高效 Passage 1 【答案】1.B2.B3.C4.A Passage 2 【答案】1.D2.D3.A4.C Passage 3 【答案】1.C2.B3.A4.D Passage 4 【答案】1.A2.B3.D4.C Passage 5 【答案】1.C2.D3.C4.B Passage 6 【答案】1.B2.B3.C4.D Passage 7 【答案】1.A2.C3.B4.B 主题语境06人与自然-自然生态 【答案】1.A2.B3.C4.C 进阶提升 主题语境01人与社会-历史、社会与文化 Passage 1 【答案】1.A2.C3.B4.C Passage 2 【答案】1.B2.A3.C4.B 主题语境02人与社会-社会服务与人际沟通 Passage 1 【答案】1.A2.D3.C4.D 215 函学科网 www.zxxk.com 让教与学更高效 Passage 2 【答案】1.D2.D3.B4.A 主题语境03人与社会-科学与技术 Passage 1 【答案】1.C2.B3.D4.A Passage 2 【答案】1.A2.C3.D4.B Passage 3 【答案】1.C2.A3.B4D Passage 4 【答案】1.A2.C3.B4.A Passage 5 【答案】1.A2.C3.D4.B Passage 6 【答案】1.C2.C3.D4.B Passage 7 【答案】1.A2.D3.C4.A Passage 8 【答案】1.D2.A3.B4.D Passage 9 【答案】1.D2.B3.A4.D 主题语境04人与自我-生活与学习 Passage 1 【答案】1.C2.D3.B4.D Passage 2 【答案】1.B2.C3.C4.D 3/5 可学科网 www.zxxk.com 让教与学更高效 Passage 3 【答案】1.B2.D3.C4.B Passage 4 【答案】1.D2.B3.C4.A Passage 5 【答案】1.C2.B3.D4.D Passage 6 【答案】1.B2.C3.B4.A Passage 7 【答案】1.C2.B3.D4.C Passage 8 【答案】1.C2.A3.D4.B Passage 9 【答案】1.B2.D3.A4.C 主题语境05人与自然-环境 【答案】1.C2.A3.D4.B 主题语境06人与自然-自然生态 Passage 1 【答案】1.C2.D3.B4.B Passage 2 【答案】1.A2.C3.B4.B Passage 3 【答案】1.B2.D3.A4.D 拓展培优) 415 函学科网 www.zxxk.com 让教与学更高效 主题语境01人与社会-历史、社会与文化 【答案】1.D2.A3.C4.B 主题语境02人与社会-文学、艺术与体育 Passage 1 【答案】1.C2.D3.C4.B Passage 2 【答案】1.B2.D3.C4.D Passage 3 【答案】1.C2.D3.A4.B 主题语境03人与社会-科学与技术 Passage 1 【答案】1.C2.B3.B4.C Passage 2 【答案】1.D2.C3.B4.D Passage 3 【答案】1.C2.B3.C4.D Passage 4 【答案】1.A2.C3.D4.C Passage 5 【答案】1.D2.B3.B4.C 主题语境04人与自我-生活与学习 Passage 1 【答案】1.C2.B3.C4.D Passage 2 【答案】1.D2.B3.C4.C 5/5 专题02 阅读理解（说明文） 主题语境01 人与社会-文学、艺术与体育 Passage 1 （25-26高一上·浙江杭州西湖区绿城育华·期中）A recent study in the “Journal of Travel Research” looked into how traveling can be good for our mind. Researchers asked 500 adults about their feelings before and after taking a holiday trip of at least one week. The results were clear. More than 85% of those who joined the study said they felt much less stressed after their trip. They were more relaxed and worried less. Also, 78% of them were in a better mood and said they felt happier. “I felt free and my mind became clear,” one person shared. The study also showed that the way you travel makes a difference. “Active travel,” like hiking or walking around a city, made people feel more achieved and energetic than “passive travel,” such as lying on a beach. For example, a four-day walk in the mountains, though tiring, often gave people a strong sense of success. Another important point was “joining in local life.” Travelers who tried local dishes, learned some local words, or lived with local families said they had more meaningful trips and saw life differently. What’s interesting is that these good feelings didn’t disappear quickly. A follow-up survey a month later found that 70% of people still felt less stressed and more positive. The researchers said that travel is not just for fun — it really helps our mental health. It lets people take a break from daily life, deal with new situations, and learn new things, all of which help them grow and feel happier. They suggest that people should plan and take holidays regularly to relax their body and mind. 1.What is the main finding of the study mentioned in the passage? A. Travel is very expensive. B. People prefer beach holidays. C. Travel has no long-term effects. D. Travel has psychological benefits. 2.According to the study, which type of travel is likely to bring a greater sense of achievement? A. A relaxing trip on a ship. B. A hiking tour in the mountains. C. A shopping experience in a mall. D. Staying at home and watching TV. 3.What does the data “70%” in paragraph 4 suggest? A. Travel is only good for young people. B. Many people still feel stressed after travel. C. The benefits of travel can last for some time. D. People with pressure do not enjoy their trips. 4.What do the researchers recommend based on their study? A. People should take regular holidays. B. People should avoid traveling to save money. C. People should make a workable plan before traveling. D. Long trips are not necessary when considering the plan. 【答案】1. D　2. B　3. C　4. A 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文，文章基于学术研究介绍旅行对心理健康的益处，重点分析不同类型旅行的效果差异。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第二段“The results were clear. More than 85% of those who joined the study said they felt much less stressed after their trip. They were more relaxed and worried less. Also, 78% of them were in a better mood and said they felt happier.(结果很明确。参与这项研究的大多数人表示，在旅行结束后，他们感到的压力明显减轻了。他们更加放松，忧虑也减少了。此外，78%的人情绪更好，并表示自己更快乐了)”可知，文中所提及的研究的主要发现是旅行具有心理上的益处。故选D。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第三段“For example, a four-day walk in the mountains, though tiring, often gave people a strong sense of success.(例如，四天的山区徒步虽然很累，但往往会让人们产生强烈的成就感)”可知，在山间进行的徒步旅行更有可能让人产生成就感。故选B。 (3)题解析： 推理判断题。根据最后一段“What’s interesting is that these good feelings didn’t disappear quickly. A follow-up survey a month later found that 70% of people still felt less stressed and more positive.(有趣的是，这些良好的情绪并没有迅速消退。一个月后进行的后续调查发现，70%的人仍然感觉压力减轻了，心情也更加积极了)”可知，第4段中的“70%”这一数据表明了旅行带来的益处能够持续一段时间。故选C。 (4)题解析： 细节理解题。根据最后一段“They suggest that people should plan and take holidays regularly to relax their body and mind.(他们建议人们应定期规划并安排假期，以让身心得到放松)”可知，研究人员建议人们应该定期休假。故选A。 Passage 2 （25-26高一上·福建厦门第十中学·期中）In recent years, the concept of “slow travel” has appeared as a reaction to the fast-paced, mass tourism that dominates (主宰) the industry. Slow travel encourages travelers to engage deeply with local cultures, stay longer in destinations, and form meaningful connections with local communities. One of the key principles of slow travel is to reduce environmental impact. By choosing to stay in locally-owned accommodations, eating at family-run restaurants, and using public transportation or bicycles, travelers can greatly decrease their carbon footprint. For instance, a study found that tourists who engage in slow travel produce up to 70% less greenhouse gas emissions compared to those on traditional package tours. Slow travel also allows for a deeper cultural understanding. Instead of rushing through tourist attractions, slow travelers take the time to participate in local traditions, learn about historical importance, and interact with locals. This not only enriches the travel experience but also provides economic benefits to local communities. In some rural areas, “slow travel” has helped preserve (保存) endangered crafts and save dying traditions. However, slow travel is not without challenges. It requires more planning and flexibility. As travelers need to research local customs, transportation options, and authentic (真实的) experiences. Additionally, slow travel may not be feasible for everyone due to time or budget (预算) limit. For busy professionals or families with limited vacation days, spending weeks in a single destination may seem unrealistic. Despite these challenges, the slow travel movement continues to grow. Travelers are becoming more aware of their environmental and cultural impact, and many are seeking more authentic and sustainable ways to explore the world. As a result, travel companies are starting to offer more slow-travel options, such as longer home-stays and cultural experience programs. 1.Which is the benefit of slow travel? A. It can save money on traveling. B. It can be more environmentally friendly. C. It can increase the income of travel companies. D. It can allow travelers to visit more places hurriedly. 2.What can we learn about slow travel from the third paragraph? A. It has little impact on local economies. B. It focuses on interactions with travelers. C. It discourages travelers from learning about history. D. It may contribute to the preservation of traditional crafts. 3.What does the underlined word “feasible” mean in this context? A. desirable B. affordable C. practical D. classical 4.What can be inferred about the future of slow travel? A. It will cost less as time passes. B. It will only be accessible to rich travelers. C. It may become more popular in the future. D. It will take the place of traditional tourism entirely. 【答案】1. B　2. D　3. C　4. C 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍“慢旅行”这一概念，阐述其减少环境影响、深化文化理解的优势，提及面临的挑战及未来发展趋势。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“One of the key principles of slow travel is to reduce environmental impact. By choosing to stay in locally-owned accommodations, eating at family-run restaurants, and using public transportation or bicycles, travelers can greatly decrease their carbon footprint. (慢旅行的核心原则之一是减少环境影响。通过选择入住当地经营的住宿、在家庭经营的餐厅用餐、使用公共交通或自行车，旅行者能大幅降低碳足迹。)”可知，慢旅行能减少环境影响、降低碳足迹，具备更环保的优势。故选B项。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第三段中的“In some rural areas, ‘slow travel’ has helped preserve (保存) endangered crafts and save dying traditions. (在一些农村地区，‘慢旅行’助力保护濒危手工艺，挽救濒临消失的传统。)”可知，慢旅行对传统手工艺的保护有积极作用，可能有助于传统手工艺的传承。故选D项。 (3)题解析： 词句猜测题。根据第四段中的“Additionally, slow travel may not be feasible for everyone due to time or budget (预算) limit. For busy professionals or families with limited vacation days, spending weeks in a single destination may seem unrealistic. (此外，受时间或预算限制，慢旅行可能并非对所有人都feasible。对于工作繁忙的职场人士或假期有限的家庭来说，在一个目的地待数周似乎不现实。)”可知，对于工作繁忙的职场人士或假期有限的家庭来说，在一个目的地待数周似乎不现实，因此慢旅行可能并非对所有人是切实可行的。故划线词与C选项“practical(切实可行的)”为同义词。故选C项。 (4)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第五段中的“Despite these challenges, the slow travel movement continues to grow. Travelers are becoming more aware of their environmental and cultural impact, and many are seeking more authentic and sustainable ways to explore the world. As a result, travel companies are starting to offer more slow-travel options, such as longer home-stays and cultural experience programs. (尽管面临诸多挑战，慢旅行运动仍在持续发展。旅行者们越来越意识到自身对环境和文化的潜在影响，许多人正在寻求更真实且可持续的方式来探索世界。因此，旅游公司也开始提供更多慢旅行的选项，比如更长的民宿住宿和文化体验项目。)”可知，慢旅行趋势在发展，旅行者需求增加且旅游公司积极配合，由此可推断其未来可能会更受欢迎。故选C项。 Passage 3 （25-26高一上·福建莆田第二中学·期中）Old buildings are usually thought of as throwaways and suitable for being pulled down. Most people have not fully realized the “green” values that are connected with the upkeep of old buildings. Actually, keeping and making use of old architecture is one of the most environmentally-sound things we can do — more than the construction (建造) of any new architecture expected to be “green”. Aged communities, which have developed and changed naturally over a long period, hold unique cultures of their own. The buildings inside them are irreplaceable (不可替代的) to the environment. Choosing to pull down such architecture basically is like sentencing a special community to disappearance. Constructing “green” can be about saving time-honored, local building traditions that value the local cultures, rather than just using the latest and greatest technologies. The construction supplies (建筑材料) and workmanship are also worth protecting, not simply because of the environmental cost of producing and transporting them, but for the fact that some of such supplies and the workmanship no longer live. For example, my little river cottage (别墅) in West Virginia, which was built with chestnut before the disappearance of the chestnut trees, may never again be sourced. However, the probable buyer planned to pull it down, which, in my view, is not only a mark of downgrading the source but also goes against the idea of workable development. As the Preservation Green Lab report describes, it takes 10 to 80 years for a new building that is 30% more practical (实用的) than a common present building to overcome the harmful climate (气候) change results connected to the construction, which focuses on the necessity of ongoing use of present buildings and communities, successfully stopping or decreasing (减少) the use of forests, farms, wildlife homes and open areas for new construction tasks. As Carl Elefante of Quinn- Evans architects artfully said, “The greenest building is one that is already built.” Hopefully, the public will come to the agreement that present buildings are worth more care and attention. 1.How do most people deal with old buildings? A. People treat them lightly. B. People rebuild them actively. C. People explore them fully. D. People treasure them heartily. 2.Why does the writer mention his little river cottage in paragraph 3? A. To prove the shortage of building supplies. B. To explain the difficulty of building houses. C. To show the connection to the old buildings. D. To point out the value of keeping old buildings. 3.What can we know from the numbers in paragraph 4 about old buildings? A. They are more practical than the new buildings. B. They can help avoid more environmental pollution. C. They require fewer supplies during the construction. D. They can clear away the bad influences on farms nearby. 4.What is the text mainly about? A. Culture worth lies in green buildings. B. Old buildings are cost-friendly. C. Old buildings should be valued higher. D. Building workmanship should be treasured. 【答案】1. A　2. D　3. B　4. C 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍多数人忽视老建筑“绿色”价值，实则其在环保、文化、资源节约上意义重大，应得到更多重视与保护。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第一段“Old buildings are usually thought of as throwaways and suitable for being pulled down. (旧建筑通常被视为可丢弃的东西，适合被拆除)”可知，大多数人认为旧建筑是可丢弃的，适合拆除，也就是对待它们比较随意、不重视。故选A项。 (2)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第三段“The construction supplies (建筑材料) and workmanship are also worth protecting, not simply because of the environmental cost of producing and transporting them, but for the fact that some of such supplies and the workmanship no longer live. For example, my little river cottage (别墅) in West Virginia, which was built with chestnut before the disappearance of the chestnut trees, may never again be sourced. (建筑材料和工艺也值得保护，不仅仅是因为生产和运输它们的环境成本，还因为一些这样的材料和工艺已经不复存在。例如，我在西弗吉尼亚州的小河别墅，是在栗树消失前用栗木建造的，可能再也找不到这样的材料了)”可知，作者提到他的小河别墅是为了说明一些建筑材料和工艺已经不复存在，从而指出保护旧建筑的价值。故选D项。 (3)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第四段“As the Preservation Green Lab report describes, it takes 10 to 80 years for a new building that is 30% more practical (实用的) than a common present building to overcome the harmful climate (气候) change results connected to the construction, which focuses on the necessity of ongoing use of present buildings and communities, successfully stopping or decreasing (减少) the use of forests, farms, wildlife homes and open areas for new construction tasks. (正如保护绿色实验室报告所描述的，一座比普通现有建筑实用30%的新建筑，需要10到80年才能克服与建筑相关的有害气候变化结果，这强调了持续使用现有建筑和社区的必要性，成功地停止或减少为新建筑任务使用森林、农场、野生动物家园和开放区域)”可知，老建筑无需经历新建过程的环境消耗，能帮助避免更多环境污染。故选B项。 (4)题解析： 主旨大意题。根据全文核心观点，尤其是最后一段“Hopefully, the public will come to the agreement that present buildings are worth more care and attention.(希望公众能达成共识，即现有建筑值得更多关注与呵护)”可知，本文主要介绍了旧建筑的价值，包括其“绿色”价值、独特的文化价值、建筑材料和工艺的价值，以及持续使用旧建筑对环境的益处。文章强调了保护旧建筑的重要性，并呼吁公众更加重视和珍惜现有建筑。故选C项。 主题语境02 人与社会-社会服务与人际沟通 （25-26高一上·福建厦门第十中学·期中）During evenings spent with her crafting (手工艺) group, Kate Smith has produced a host of lovely pieces: hand-made bags, summer dresses, and even jewellery. But the thing she’s most proud of creating is a group of close friends that value each other’s company. The four members of the group, Smith, Ratnett, Jenny and Clark, whose children were of the similar ages, first met at the school gate in the village of Marshfield. Later Smith ran a shop called Makery, selling craft materials and running in-store workshops. When the four got chatting, it turned out that they all showed interest in crafting and had all popped into the shop at one time or another. From then on, they have been meeting regularly to get crafty, taking it in turns to host at home. During their craft nights, the group will either work on their own projects or deal with a craft task together. Everyone will bring something delicious to eat, always Clark’s famous homemade bread, sometimes chocolates or a bottle of prosecco. But although all four women love to get their craft on, the real highlight of the evening is the chance to catch up. “We’ll give each other a big hug when we see each other,” says Smith. “Sometimes we’ll have a lot going on at home, but at our crafting evenings we can just let it all out. We don’t have to pretend everything is all right. I get a huge sense of comfort from asking their opinions on things, and we love sharing and learning new skills together. It’s a safe space filled with lovely people, and just really therapeutic (治愈的).” With Clark due to move back to her native New Zealand in November, the group plans to meet as regularly as they can in the run-up, and continue their meetings via video call once she’s overseas. As Christmas approaches, they’re also planning to keep up their crafting traditions. 1.What does Smith take greatest pride in about her crafting group? A. The creation of beautiful craftwork. B. The chance to improve crafting skills. C. The close relationship among friends. D. The lifelong company of the members. 2.What brought the four members together in Makery? A. Their children of similar ages. B. Their shared interest in crafting. C. Their common habit in shopping. D. Their idea of running workshops. 3.What is the best part of the crafting evenings? A. Supporting each other. B. Enjoying delicious food. C. Improving new art skills. D. Working on their project. 4.Which of the following is the group’s future plan? A. They will move together soon. B. They will meet every Christmas. C. They will travel to New Zealand. D. They will keep their traditions alive. 【答案】1. C　2. B　3. A　4. D 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文。文章讲述了Kate Smith和她的手工小组成员通过手工艺活动建立深厚友谊的故事，重点描述了她们的活动内容、情感交流以及未来的计划。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第一段中的“But the thing she’s most proud of creating is a group of close friends that value each other’s company.(但她最自豪的是有一群珍视彼此陪伴的亲密朋友)”可知，Smith最自豪的是成员之间的亲密关系。故选C项。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“When the four got chatting, it turned out that they all showed interest in crafting and had all popped into the shop at one time or another.(当四人聊天时，发现她们对手工艺都很感兴趣，并且都曾光顾过这家店)”可知，她们聚在一起是因为对手工艺的共同兴趣。故选B项。 (3)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第三段中的“But although all four women love to get their craft on, the real highlight of the evening is the chance to catch up.(尽管四人都喜欢做手工艺，但晚上的真正亮点是彼此交流的机会)”以及第四段中Smith的描述“I get a huge sense of comfort from asking their opinions on things, and we love sharing and learning new skills together.（我从询问她们的意见中获得了极大的安慰，我们也喜欢一起分享和学习新技能)”可知，晚上最美好的部分是彼此的支持和交流。故选A项。 (4)题解析： 细节理解题。根据最后一段中的“As Christmas approaches, they’re also planning to keep up their crafting traditions.(随着圣诞节的临近，她们还计划保持手工艺的传统)”可知，她们未来的计划是保持传统。故选D项。 主题语境03 人与社会-科学与技术 Passage 1 （25-26高一上·浙江杭州西湖区绿城育华·期中）Sixteen miles off the coast of northern Scotland, the future of green energy is taking shape. The five giant turbines (涡轮机) of the Hywind Scotland wind farm look much like any other off-shore wind project, except one major difference — they’re floating. While traditional offshore turbines sit on metal and concrete towers fixed into the seabed, Hywind’s turbines rest on floating frames that move up and down with the waves. It proves to be an important development as the world struggles to meet the net zero carbon emission (排放) targets set in the Paris Agreement on Climate Change. To cut those emissions, green electricity will need to be at the main source of global energy, according to the International Energy Agency. It says that by 2040, half of the world’s energy needs will have to be met by electricity produced in a net zero way. Projects like Hywind’s floating wind farm offer a picture of what the future could look like. The reasons for this can be listed as follows. Firstly, unlike fixed units, floating turbines can operate in deep waters far from the shoreline, where winds tend to be stronger. Secondly, it can serve offshore areas that are too deep for bottom-fixed turbines. “In places like Korea, Japan and California, you can only manage a certain amount of offshore wind, or maybe even none at all, so floating turbines are the only option in the longer term,” explains Henrik Steisdal, a Danish inventor at the forefront of floating wind innovation. While floating turbines overcome some of the problems that make offshore wind farms in deep waters impossible, there are still challenges that have to be overcome. There are some concerns about what effect floating wind turbines might have on the sea environment. The price of floating wind projects is also still high — almost twice as much as that of the bottom-fixed offshore ones. Another problem is how to avoid the risk of a system breakdown when the wind is blowing too hard. 1.What do the Hywind’s turbines and the traditional turbines have in common? A. They are fixed. B. They use wind. C. They are floating. D. They use waves. 2.What’s NOT the reason for building floating turbines? A. It offers a picture of the future. B. Winds are stronger in deep waters. C. It helps meet the net zero carbon emission targets. D. It is difficult to fix turbines in deep offshore areas. 3.What will possibly be talked about in the following paragraph? A. Solutions to the problems. B. Functions of the wind power. C. Advantages of the floating project. D. Opinions on the floating turbines. 4.Which of the following is a suitable title for the text? A. Wind Projects — a Greener World B. Wind Projects — a Practical Solution C. Floating Turbines — a Choice for the Future D. Floating Turbines — a More Efficient World 【答案】1. B　2. A　3. A　4. C 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文。本文的主旨是介绍了位于苏格兰北部海岸以外的Hywind风电场，它是一种创新的浮动式风力涡轮机项目。这种涡轮机安装在浮动的框架上，并随着海浪的上下移动，为实现净零碳排放目标提供了一种重要的发展方向。尽管浮动式风力涡轮机克服了深水区无法建设海上风电场的问题，但仍然面临一些挑战，包括对海洋环境的影响和高昂的价格。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第一段“The five giant turbines (涡轮机) of the Hywind Scotland wind farm look much like any other off-shore wind project, except one major difference — they’re floating.(Hywind Scotland风电场的五个巨型涡轮机看起来与任何其他海上风电项目类似，唯一的区别是它们是浮动的)”可知，Hywind的涡轮机和传统的涡轮机的共同之处是他们都利用风。故选B项。 (2)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第三段“To cut those emissions, green electricity will need to be at the main source of global energy, according to the International Energy Agency. It says that by 2040, half of the world’s energy needs will have to be met by electricity produced in a net zero way. Projects like Hywind’s floating wind farm offer a picture of what the future could look like.(国际能源署表示，为了削减这些排放，绿色电力将需要成为全球能源的主要来源。它表示，到2040年，全球50%的能源需求将必须由净零碳排放方式生产的电力来满足。像Hywind浮动风电场这样的项目提供了未来可能的样貌)”可知，建造浮动涡轮机的原因是，它提供了一幅未来的图景。故选A项。 (3)题解析： 推理判断题。根据最后一段“While floating turbines overcome some of the problems that make offshore wind farms in deep waters impossible, there are still challenges that have to be overcome. There are some concerns about what effect floating wind turbines might have on the sea environment. The price of floating wind projects is also still high — almost twice as much as that of the bottom-fixed offshore ones. Another problem is how to avoid the risk of a system breakdown when the wind is blowing too hard.(尽管浮动式涡轮机克服了深水区无法建设海上风电场的问题，但仍然面临一些挑战。有人担心浮动式风力涡轮机可能对海洋环境产生影响。浮动式风力项目的价格也仍然很高，几乎是底部固定式海上风电项目价格的两倍。还有一个问题是如何避免在风力太大时系统崩溃的风险)”可知，本段提出了浮动式涡轮机目前存在的问题，所以下一段可能讨论问题的解决方案。故选A项。 (4)题解析： 主旨大意题。根据第一段“Sixteen miles off the coast of northern Scotland, the future of green energy is taking shape. The five giant turbines (涡轮机) of the Hywind Scotland wind farm look much like any other off-shore wind project, except one major difference — they’re floating.(在苏格兰北部海岸以外16英里处，绿色能源的未来正在形成。Hywind Scotland风电场的五个巨型涡轮机看起来与任何其他海上风电项目类似，唯一的区别是它们是浮动的)”以及纵观全文可知，本文主要介绍了一种创新的浮动式风力涡轮机项目，为实现净零碳排放目标提供了一种重要的发展方向，所以C项“Floating Turbines — a Choice for the Future(浮动涡轮机——未来的选择)”是本文最好的标题。故选C项。 Passage 2 （25-26高一上·福建厦门第十中学·期中）Among the around 40 million adults in the U.S. who have hearing loss, most don’t use hearing aids. This means they may be missing out on more than just good hearing. Age-related hearing loss — if not dealt with — can take its toll when it comes to physical and mental health, speeding up memory loss, for example. Dr. Janet Choi, a doctor with Keck Medicine of USC, wanted to evaluate (评估) whether getting hearing back with hearing aids may increase the chances of living longer. Choi and her team tracked the health condition of nearly 1,900 adults who had been shown to have hearing loss during screenings. The people who were surveyed completed questionnaires (问卷调查) about their use of hearing aids. “The group of patients who were using hearing aids regularly (定期地) had a 24 percent lower risk of mortality (死亡率) compared to the group who never use hearing aids,” Choi says. “We were surprised! We have found that not dealing with hearing loss can hurt our health. But we did not expect such a big difference in death risk.” But the findings do not prove that hearing aids lead to longer life directly. It could be true that people who often use hearing aids are more likely to avoid loneliness and stay more active, which could explain why they live longer. However, Choi says it’s surprising how few people with hearing loss wear hearing aids regularly — just 12 percent, according to her study. She adds another surprising finding is that the people in the study, who had hearing aids but didn’t use them regularly, were as likely to die early as those who never used them. So, if you have hearing aids sitting in the back of a drawer, not being used, Choi says, try them again. 1.What does the underlined part “take its toll” in paragraph 1 mean? A. Cause great damage. B. Make little progress. C. Solve the difficult problem. D. Play an active role. 2.Why did Choi and her team do the research about using hearing aids? A. To prove that using hearing aids can improve memory. B. To collect data for a research organization. C. To find out the relationship between using hearing aids and a longer life. D. To find out ways to get out of loneliness. 3.What did Choi find surprising about the people with hearing loss? A. Many are young people. B. Many suffer from loneliness. C. Many seldom use hearing aids. D. Many have memory problems. 4.What can we infer from the passage? A. People who don’t use hearing aids are healthier. B. Hearing aids are the only reason why people live longer. C. People who use hearing aids are more likely to be alone. D. Using hearing aids might have positive effects on people’s health. 【答案】1. A　2. C　3. C　4. D 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文，主要讲的是一项关于听力损失与助听器使用对寿命影响的研究。 (1)题解析： 词句猜测题。根据第一段“Age-related hearing loss— if not dealt with(与年龄相关的听力损失——如果不加以处理的话)”和“when it comes to physical and mental health, speeding up memory loss, for example(当涉及到身体和心理健康时，例如加速记忆丧失)”可知，划线词所在的句子表示“与年龄相关的听力损失——如果不加以处理——会对身体和精神健康造成损害，例如，加速记忆力丧失”，由此推知take its toll的意思是“造成巨大损害”，和A选项“Cause great damage(造成巨大损害)”意思相近。故选A。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第二段“Dr. Janet Choi, a doctor with Keck Medicine of USC, wanted to evaluate (评估) whether getting hearing back with hearing aids may increase the chances of living longer.(南加州大学凯克医学院的医生Janet Choi博士想要评估佩戴助听器恢复听力是否会增加长寿的几率)”可知，Choi和她的团队要做关于使用助听器的研究是为了了解使用助听器与长寿的关系。故选C。 (3)题解析： 细节理解题。根据最后一段“However, Choi says it’s surprising how few people with hearing loss wear hearing aids regularly—just 12 percent, according to her study.(然而，Choi说，根据她的研究，听力损失的人中只有很少一部分人定期佩戴助听器，这个比例仅有12%，这令人感到惊讶)”可知，Choi发现的令人惊讶的事情是许多有听力问题的人很少使用助听器。故选C。 (4)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第三段“The group of patients who were using hearing aids regularly (定期地) had a 24 percent lower risk of mortality (死亡率) compared to the group who never use hearing aids(与从不使用助听器的群体相比，定期使用助听器的患者群体死亡率降低了24%)”和倒数第二段“It could be true that people who often use hearing aids are more likely to avoid loneliness and stay more active, which could explain why they live longer.(的确，经常使用助听器的人更有可能避免孤独，也更活跃，这可以解释为什么他们更长寿)”可知，从文章中我们可以推断出使用助听器可能对人们的健康有积极的影响。故选D。 Passage 3 （25-26高一上·河北保定河北定州中学-12月·期中）When it comes to lowering blood pressure, studies have typically shown that aerobic (有氧的) exercises are best. Recent research suggests another type of physical activity is worth including as an effective tool to prevent and treat high blood pressure. Exercises that engage muscles without movement, such as wall squats and planks, may be best for lowering blood pressure, according to a large study published in July, 2023 in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. This type of training is known as isometric exercise, according to the Mayo Clinic. Isometric muscle action happens when muscles contract but do not visibly change length, and the joints involved don’t move, facilitating stability of the body. Isometric exercises can be done with weights or without, just relying on the body’s own weight. “These findings provide a comprehensive data-driven framework to support the development of new exercise guideline recommendations for the prevention and treatment of high blood pressure,” said study coauthor Dr. Jamie O’Driscoll in a news release. The researchers looked into randomized controlled trials that had reported the effects of exercise interventions, lasting two or more weeks, on blood pressure between 1990 and February 2023. From a review of 270 trials with 15,827 participants, the researchers found that among HIIT (high intensity interval training), isometric exercise, aerobic exercise, dynamic resistance training and a combination of the latter two, isometric exercise led to the greatest reductions in blood pressure. It’s also important to note that there are other lifestyle changes as well as exercise that can benefit your blood pressure. These include keeping to a healthy weight, eating a balanced diet, cutting down on salt, not drinking too much alcohol and ensuring that you continue to take any prescribed medication. More research is needed to determine exactly why isometric exercises might be better for lowering blood pressure than other types of training, the authors said. 1.What does the underlined part “isometric exercise” in paragraph 3 refer to? A. Exercise that is done with extra weights. B. Exercise that involves visible muscle contraction. C. Exercise that focuses on stability of the body. D. Exercise that engages muscles without movement. 2.How did the researchers carry out the study? A. By providing statistics. B. By interviewing experts. C. By doing experiments. D. By making comparisons. 3.What does the author suggest the future studies about isometric exercise focus on? A. Exploring the reasons for its effectiveness. B. Demonstrating its influences on mental health. C. Assessing its suitability for different populations. D. Determining its long-term impacts on blood pressure. 4.What is the text mainly about? A. The benefits of aerobic exercises. B. The best exercise for blood pressure. C. The effects of various types of exercises. D. The importance of keeping a healthy lifestyle. 【答案】1. D　2. D　3. A　4. B 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍的是一项新的研究表明在没有运动的情况下锻炼肌肉可能最适合降低血压。 (1)题解析： 词义猜测题。根据第二段中的“Exercises that engage muscles without movement, such as wall squats and planks, may be best for lowering blood pressure, according to a large study published in July, 2023 in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.(2023年7月发表在《英国运动医学杂志》(British Journal of Sports Medicine)上的一项大型研究表明，不动的肌肉锻炼，比如蹲墙和平板支撑，可能是降血压的最佳方式。)”可知，不动的肌肉锻炼可能是降血压的最佳方式，结合划线短语“This type of training”可知，这种类型的训练指的是上文中提到的“不动的肌肉锻炼”，由此可知，划线短语应与“不动的肌肉锻炼”意义相近。故选D项。 (2)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第五段中的“From a review of 270 trials with 15,827 participants, the researchers found that among HIIT (high intensity interval training), isometric exercise, aerobic exercise, dynamic resistance training and a combination of the latter two, isometric exercise led to the greatest reductions in blood pressure.(研究人员对15827名参与者的270项试验进行了回顾，发现在HIIT(高强度间歇训练)、等长运动、有氧运动、动态阻力训练以及后两者的结合中，等长运动能最大程度地降低血压。)”可知，此项研究是对以前的研究数据进行分析，通过比较得出的研究结论——等长运动能最大程度地降低血压，由此可知，该项实验是通过对比进行的。故选D项。 (3)题解析： 细节理解题。根据尾段中的“More research is needed to determine exactly why isometric exercises might be better for lowering blood pressure than other types of training, the authors said.(作者说，需要更多的研究来确定为什么等长运动比其他类型的训练更能降低血压。)”可知，接下来需要更多的研究确定为什么等长运动比其他运动更能降低血压，由此可知，作者建议未来关于等长运动的研究重点是探究其有效性的原因。故选A项。 (4)题解析： 主旨大意题。根据首段中的“Recent research suggests another type of physical activity is worth including as an effective tool to prevent and treat high blood pressure.(最近的研究表明，另一种类型的体育活动值得作为预防和治疗高血压的有效工具。)”以及下文中介绍的该项研究的研究过程和分析可知，新的研究发现一种体育活动值得作为预防和治疗高血压的有效工具，由此可知，本文主要讲述的是一项对降血压最好的运动。故选B项。 主题语境04 人与自我-做人与做事 （25-26高一上·福建漳州第一中学-11月·期中）The Haenyeo are women from Jeju Island, South Korea. For centuries, they have made their living by diving (潜水) into the sea to harvest seafood like sea urchins and shellfish. Unlike other fishermen, they do not use oxygen (O₂) tanks or modern devices (设备). Instead, they depend only on their lungs (肺), holding their breath for each dive. Chris McKnight, an expert at the University of St. Andrews, said studying the Haenyeo is “as close as you get to studying a mermaid”. He and his team worked with seven divers, recording 1,786 dives. Special devices measured how long the women stayed underwater, how deep they went, and how much oxygen remained in their bodies. The results were surprising. The women spent more time underwater than any other people ever studied — from one to five hours each day. Unlike other animals that usually show lower heart rates and oxygen levels while diving, the Haenyeo had faster heartbeats and little drop in oxygen. This may be because their dives were frequent but shallow, usually 3 to 15 feet deep, lasting about 11 seconds each. What made their achievements even more amazing was their age: most Haenyeo were around 70 years old. This showed excellent health and strength. Researchers also found that these women could better control blood pressure and stand cold water. Study co-author Melissa Ilardo believed the Haenyeo may also be able to put up with high levels of carbon dioxide (CO2), which usually makes people feel anxious. “The Haenyeo’s ability to spend so much time underwater is not only a scientific wonder but also a cultural treasure. Their story shows how human tradition and biology can work together to create amazing skills,” said McKnight. 1.How are the Haenyeo different from other fishermen? A. They use modern devices to fish. B. They dive without any breathing devices. C. They are all well-trained swimmers. D. They make a living by collecting seafood. 2.What does the study find about the Haenyeo’s time underwater? A. It’s longer than that of other humans studied. B. It affects their health condition. C. It often lasts for about 11 minutes each dive. D. It’s usually over five hours daily. 3.What does McKnight want to say in the last paragraph? A. The new research is a cultural treasure. B. Scientific training sounds more important. C. Human culture can shape physical abilities. D. People are naturally able to live near the sea. 4.Which is the most suitable title for the text? A. Unbelievable Women Divers of Jeju. B. The Secret to Practicing Diving Alone. C. A Surprising Discovery About the Sea. D. The Haenyeo’s Thought of Modern Life. 【答案】1. B　2. A　3. C　4. A 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了韩国济州岛的海女依靠屏气潜水获取海鲜的传统生活方式及其独特的生理适应能力。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第一段“Unlike other fishermen, they do not use oxygen (O₂) tanks or modern devices (设备). Instead, they depend only on their lungs (肺), holding their breath for each dive. (与其他渔民不同，她们不使用氧气瓶或现代设备。相反，她们只依靠自己的肺，每次潜水都屏住呼吸)”可知，海女与其他渔民的不同之处在于她们潜水时不使用任何呼吸设备。故选B项。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第三段“The results were surprising. The women spent more time underwater than any other people ever studied — from one to five hours each day. (结果令人惊讶。这些女性在水下停留的时间比以往研究过的任何人都要长 —— 每天1到5个小时)”可知，研究发现海女在水下的时间比其他被研究的人类都长。故选A项。 (3)题解析： 推理判断题。根据最后一段“Their story shows how human tradition and biology can work together to create amazing skills. (她们的故事展示了人类传统和生物学如何共同作用，创造出惊人的技能)”可知，人类传统和生物学协作形成惊人技能，McKnight想表达的是人类文化可以影响身体能力。故选C项。 (4)题解析： 主旨大意题。根据第一段“The Haenyeo are women from Jeju Island, South Korea. For centuries, they have made their living by diving (潜水) into the sea to harvest seafood like sea urchins and shellfish. Unlike other fishermen, they do not use oxygen (O₂) tanks or modern devices (设备). Instead, they depend only on their lungs (肺), holding their breath for each dive.(Haenyeo是来自韩国济州岛的女性。几个世纪以来，她们一直以潜入大海捕捞海胆和贝类等海鲜为生。与其他渔民不同，她们不使用氧气瓶或现代设备。相反，她们只依靠自己的肺，每次潜水都屏住呼吸)”以及文章内容可知，文章围绕韩国济州岛的海女展开，介绍了她们独特的潜水方式以及研究发现的其出色的身体机能，A选项“济州岛令人惊叹的女潜水员”能概括全文主旨，适合作为文章标题。故选A项。 主题语境05 人与自我-生活与学习 Passage 1 （25-26高一上·江西南昌第二中学·期中）A sedentary (久坐的) lifestyle eventually does harm to health but breaking out of long inactivity can be discouraging. Now, however, there may be a simple way to ease into more activity. A recent study suggests that short bouts (一阵) of intense (高强度的) activity every day — climbing stairs, carrying a heavy load of things, or stepping up the pace of housework — can provide great health benefits. “It’s quite simple, but it’s not an idea that’s out there,” says University of Sydney exercise scientist Emmanuel Stamatakis who led the research. “Many people, including many health professionals, still think of physical activity as something that you do during your free time, and you need to go somewhere to do it.” Stamatakis and his colleagues, on the other hand, wanted to understand if daily life activities done somewhat vigorously in short bouts could also provide health benefits compared to a sedentary or less active lifestyle. To study this, his team used data from nearly 25,000 adults who were non-exercisers. Without these data, it was almost impossible to continue the study. Over the course of seven days, they used machine learning tools to determine whether a person was either sedentary, standing, walking, or doing intense activities like running during repeated 10-second windows. The researchers also divided any movement into light, middle, or high intensity. Then, for the next seven years, they recorded which study participants died and what caused the death. The team found that people who did at least four one-to-two-minute high intensity physical activities every day had a nearly 40 percent less risk of dying from cancer and a roughly 49 percent over chance of dying from a cardiovascular (心血管的) disease. More bouts of such strong activity meant greater protection from death risks, Stamatakis says, “The more, the better.” 1.What did the recent study find? A. An inactive lifestyle is harmful but hard to change B. Daily short but intense activities do good to health. C. Doing daily housework is also a kind of exercise D. More physical exercises can make you more active. 2.What does the underlined word “vigorously” most probably mean? A. Continuously. B. Energetically. C. Regularly. D. Creatively. 3.Which of the following is mentioned in paragraph 5? A. Research purposes. B. Research limitations. C. Research methods. D. Research findings. 4.What would Stamatakis suggest? A. Carrying out more short bouts of intense activity. B. Avoiding movement of light intensity. C. Doing only 8 minutes intense activity every day. D. Going to exercise at fixed time and place. 【答案】1. B　2. B　3. C　4. A 【解析】【导语】 这是一篇说明文。文章介绍了一项研究表明短时间高强度的活动有益健康。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第二段“A recent study suggests that short bouts (一阵) of intense (高强度的) activity every day — climbing stairs, carrying a heavy load of things, or stepping up the pace of housework — can provide great health benefits. (最近的一项研究表明，每天进行短暂但高强度的活动（比如爬楼梯、搬运重物或者加快家务劳动的节奏）能够带来诸多健康益处。)”可知，最近的研究表明，短时间高强度的活动有益健康的。故选B。 (2)题解析： 词句猜测题。done somewhat vigorously in short bouts在句中作后置定语修饰daily life activities，根据后面“compared to a sedentary or less active lifestyle (与久坐或不太活跃的生活方式相比)”可推测，划线词应该和less active意思相反，应该是“高强度地，剧烈地”的意思。故选B。 (3)题解析： 主旨大意题。根据第五段“Over the course of seven days, they used machine learning tools to determine whether a person was either sedentary, standing, walking, or doing intense activities like running during repeated 10-second windows. The researchers also divided any movement into light, middle, or high intensity. Then, for the next seven years, they recorded which study participants died and what caused the death. (在为期七天的时间里，他们利用机器学习工具来判断一个人是在静坐、站立、行走，还是在进行诸如跑步之类的高强度活动，每次判断的时间段为10秒。研究人员还将任何活动分为轻度、中度或高强度。随后，在接下来的七年里，他们记录了哪些研究参与者去世了，以及导致死亡的原因。)”可知，本段主要讲到了研究过程中的数据收集及分析方法。故选C。 (4)题解析： 细节理解题。根据最后一段“More bouts of such strong activity meant greater protection from death risks, Stamatakis says, “The more, the better.” (斯塔马塔基斯表示，这种高强度活动的次数越多，就越能有效降低死亡风险，“次数越多，效果越好。”)”可知，Stamatakis认为短时间高强度的活动有益健康，降低死亡风险，他建议多做这样的活动，越多越好。故选A。 Passage 2 （25-26高一上·辽宁锦州省重点中学·期中）Like many people, I’m always trying to balance tough work deadlines, cleaning the house, and the endless messages on my phone. Last month, I felt really tired all the time. When I went for a regular (常规的) health check, I found out my blood pressure was getting too high. The doctor suggested that I take a few days off to go on a vacation. Modern life is often busy, which makes many people feel stressed (有压力的). Studies show that stress is a common problem around the world. The World Health Organization says it affects millions of people everywhere. Planning a trip can be a good way to relax and feel better. Dr. Jane Smith, a psychologist from Cornell University, says, “You don’t need to travel far or stay away for long. What’s important is to step away from your routine (日常事务) and take a break. Visiting new places and trying new things can make you happy and excited.” Dr. Smith and her team carried out a study involving over 400 participants (参与者) who took short vacations. They assessed the participants’ energy levels both before and after their trips through detailed questionnaires (调查表). The results showed that 94% of the participants reported feeling more energetic after their vacations. This suggests that taking time off, even for short periods, can greatly improve one’s focus and creativity upon returning to work. “Taking a trip is important, no matter how busy life gets. It’s good for your mind and body,” Dr. Smith says. 1.What does the author want to show by telling his story? A. People seldom see a doctor. B. People get tired after a trip. C. People hardly go on a vacation. D. People suffer stress from their busy life. 2.What is important for a trip according to Dr. Smith? A. Finding a quiet city. B. Choosing a faraway place. C. Staying away for a long time. D. Stopping regular activities for a while. 3.What were participants asked to do during the study? A. Answer questions. B. Record their daily life. C. Pick their travelling places. D. Visit the hospital for checks regularly. 4.What can be a suitable title for the text? A. Modern Life Is Stressful B. What You Should Do During a Trip C. Mind and Body Can Be Freed by a Trip D. How People Balance Life and Work 【答案】1. D　2. D　3. A　4. C 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲当今人们面临诸多生活压力，建议通过旅行来放松其身心。 (1)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第一段中“Like many people, I’m always trying to balance tough work deadlines, cleaning the house, and the endless messages on my phone. Last month, I felt really tired all the time.(像许多人一样，我总是在努力平衡紧张的工作期限、打扫房子和手机上无休止的信息。上个月，我一直觉得很累)”以及第二段中“Modern life is often busy, which makes many people feel stressed (有压力的). (现代生活往往很忙碌，这让很多人感到压力)”可知，作者通过讲述自己的故事想要说明人们因忙碌的生活而遭受压力。故选D。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第三段中Jane Smith博士说的话“You don’t need to travel far or stay away for long. What’s important is to step away from your routine (日常事务) and take a break.(你不需要走很远或离开很长时间。重要的是远离日常事务，休息一下)”可知，Smith博士认为，旅行重要的是暂时停止常规活动。故选D。 (3)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第四段中“Dr. Smith and her team carried out a study involving over 400 participants (参与者) who took short vacations. They assessed the participants’ energy levels both before and after their trips through detailed questionnaires (调查表).(Smith博士和她的团队对400多名参加短途旅行的参与者进行了研究。他们通过详细的调查表评估了参与者旅行前后的精力水平)”可知，在研究过程中，参与者被要求回答调查表上的问题。故选A。 (4)题解析： 主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是最后一段中““Taking a trip is important, no matter how busy life gets. It’s good for your mind and body,” Dr. Smith says.(Smith博士说：“无论生活有多忙，旅行都很重要。它对你的身心都有好处。”。)”可知，文章主要讲当今人们面临诸多生活压力，建议通过旅行来放松其身心。C选项“Mind and Body Can Be Freed by a Trip(旅行可以解放身心)”最符合文章主旨，可以作为最佳标题。故选C。 Passage 3 （25-26高一上·河北保定·期中）Art and science may seem totally different. Some people believe that art is about creative ideas, while science means cold data (数据). However, they actually have a lot in common. A study even showed that art can help students better remember what they’ve learned in science class. Mariale Hardiman, an education specialist at Johns Hopkins University, found that students using art in class listened more carefully, asked more questions, and volunteered more ideas. To prove this, Hardiman teamed up with some researchers and six local schools. In the experiment (实验), the researchers worked with teachers in 16 fifth-grade classrooms. They provided both traditional and art-centered science lessons. In art-centered classes, students might sing the information instead of just reading it. The team divided 350 students into two groups. One group started with traditional science classes, while the other began with art-centered ones. About three weeks later, the students switched (对调). This way, each student experienced both teaching methods. Every unit was taught in both ways to different groups. This helped researchers compare how students performed in each type of class. The results showed that students who started off in traditional classes did better after moving to art-centered ones. Those who started with art-centered classes continued to do well even when they went back to traditional classes. These students seemed to use the art skills they’d learned. Teachers also reported that many students kept singing the songs they learned after finishing the unit. Hardiman said, “The more we hear something, the more we remember it. Art might help students find creative ways to learn on their own.” 1.What is a common belief about art and science? A. They can lift our spirits. B. They share a lot in common. C. They are like opposite things. D. They teach us to be reasonable. 2.What were the students asked to do in the experiment? A. Lead group discussions. B. Attend two kinds of classes. C. Give a speech in the lab. D. Pick their favourite teachers. 3.What does paragraph 4 mainly tell us about the experiment? A. Its process. B. Its change. C. Its importance. D. Its advantage. 4.How do the students probably benefit from art according to Hardiman? A. Learn about teamwork. B. Forget terrible memories. C. Improve language skills. D. Develop creative learning. 【答案】1. C　2. B　3. A　4. D 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了一项教育实验证明，将艺术融入科学课堂有助于学生更好地记住科学课的内容，这一发现打破了艺术与科学对立的传统认知。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第一段中“Art and science may seem totally different. Some people believe that art is about creative ideas, while science means cold data (数据). (艺术和科学看似完全不同。一些人认为艺术关乎创意，而科学意味着冰冷的数据)”可知，人们普遍认为艺术和科学是对立的。故选C项。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第四段中“One group started with traditional science classes, while the other began with art-centered ones. About three weeks later, the students switched (对调). This way, each student experienced both teaching methods. (一组从传统的科学课程开始，而另一组从以艺术为中心的课程开始。大约三周后，学生们互换了。这样，每个学生都能体验到两种教学方法)”可知，在实验中，学生需参与传统课和艺术融合课两种课程。故选B项。 (3)题解析： 主旨大意题。根据第四段中“The team divided 350 students into two groups. One group started with traditional science classes, while the other began with art-centered ones. About three weeks later, the students switched (对调). This way, each student experienced both teaching methods. Every unit was taught in both ways to different groups. (研究小组将350名学生分成两组。一组从传统的科学课程开始，而另一组从以艺术为中心的课程开始。大约三周后，学生们互换了。这样，每个学生都能体验到两种教学方法。每个单元都以两种方式教授给不同的小组)”可知，该段详细描述实验过程：分组、课程安排、交换、单元重复教学。故选A项。 (4)题解析： 细节理解题。根据最后一段中Hardiman所说的话“The more we hear something, the more we remember it. Art might help students find creative ways to learn on their own. (我们听到的越多，记住的就越多。艺术可以帮助学生找到创造性的自学方法)”可知，Hardiman认为艺术帮助学生发展创造性学习能力。故选D项。 Passage 4 （25-26高一上·河北保定·期中）In today’s busy world, lots of people often miss meals. Sometimes they do this on purpose. However, a new study shows that not having three regular meals a day might have a serious downside. This study surveyed 24,000 people. About three in ten of them usually ate two meals a day. The findings showed that younger people, and those with less education were more likely to miss meals. People who missed meals were also more likely to smoke more, drink more, eat less healthy food, snack more, and take in less energy overall. Compared to those who ate three meals regularly a day, participants (参与者) who ate one meal daily had a 30% higher risk of all-cause death and an 83% higher risk of cardiovascular (心血管的) disease (CVD) death. Those who ate two meals a day faced a 7% increased risk of all-cause death and a 10% higher risk of CVD death. Specifically, missing breakfast resulted in a 40% higher CVD death rate compared to those who didn’t. Missing lunch led to a 12% higher all-cause death risk, and not eating dinner brought a 16% higher risk. Interestingly, even people who ate all three meals but had them too close together faced risks. Eating two meals within 4.5 hours was also connected with a higher risk of death from all causes. While some think that intermittent (间歇的) fasting is good for us, the researchers hold that regular meals are important for the body to work well and stay healthy. 1.What does the new study find about missing meals? A. It is harmful to our health. B. It is a way to lose weight. C. It hardly attracts students. D. It saves people much time. 2.Which is the percentage of the participants eating two meals a day? A. 12%. B. About 30%. C. 40%. D. About 80%. 3.How does the author present the result of the study? A. By following time order. B. By describing goals. C. By explaining an idea. D. By listing numbers. 4.Which statement do the researchers probably agree with? A. Intermittent fasting works for all. B. Having dinner late sounds practical. C. Three well-timed meals matter to us. D. We can eat two meals close together. 【答案】1. A　2. B　3. D　4. C 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了一项新的研究表明，跳餐会对健康产生严重的负面影响，研究人员强调规律三餐对健康的重要性。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第一段中“However, a new study shows that not having three regular meals a day might have a serious downside. (然而，一项新的研究表明，一日三餐不规律可能会有严重的负面影响)”和第三段中“Compared to those who ate three meals regularly a day, participants (参与者) who ate one meal daily had a 30% higher risk of all-cause death and an 83% higher risk of cardiovascular (心血管的) disease (CVD) death. (与每天规律吃三餐的人相比，每天吃一餐的人全因死亡的风险高出30%，患心血管疾病(CVD)死亡的风险高出83%)”可知，新研究发现，跳餐对健康有害。故选A项。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第二段中“This study surveyed 24,000 people. This study surveyed 24,000 people. About three in ten of them usually ate two meals a day. (这项研究调查了24000人。他们十个人里约有三个人通常每日两餐)”可知，约30%(=3÷10×100%)的参与者每日吃两餐。故选B项。 (3)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第三段“Compared to those who ate three meals regularly a day, participants (参与者) who ate one meal daily had a 30% higher risk of all-cause death and an 83% higher risk of cardiovascular (心血管的) disease (CVD) death. Those who ate two meals a day faced a 7% increased risk of all-cause death and a 10% higher risk of CVD death. Specifically, missing breakfast resulted in a 40% higher CVD death rate compared to those who didn’t. Missing lunch led to a 12% higher all-cause death risk, and not eating dinner brought a 16% higher risk. (与每天规律吃三餐的人相比，每天吃一餐的人全因死亡的风险高出30%，患心血管疾病(CVD)死亡的风险高出83%。每天吃两餐的人全因死亡风险增加7%，心血管疾病死亡风险增加10%。具体来说，与吃早餐的人相比，不吃早餐者的心血管疾病死亡率高出40%。不吃午餐导致全因死亡风险增加12%，不吃晚餐导致全因死亡风险增加16%)”可知，作者通过列举数据呈现研究结果。故选D项。 (4)题解析： 推理判断题。根据最后一段中“While some think that intermittent (间歇的) fasting is good for us, the researchers hold that regular meals are important for the body to work well and stay healthy. (虽然有些人认为间歇性禁食对我们有好处，但研究人员认为，有规律的饮食对身体的正常运转和保持健康很重要)”可知，即使间歇性断食流行，三餐的间隔时间也需合理。因此，研究者支持的是“三顿适时的餐食对健康至关重要”的观点。故选C项。 Passage 5 （25-26高一上·福建莆田第二中学·期中）Robots have learned to drive on Mars, carry out brain operation and defeat master chess players. But when it comes to baking, making tasty desserts is far from a piece of cake. After many failed attempts, US researchers have successfully 3D printed a cherry cheesecake, although the outcome is unlikely to trouble the world’s dessert masters. In the latest experiment, researchers tried various cheesecake designs. In early attempts, which involved simply adding ingredients one by one, the team found that the cake quickly turned into a mixture. Through trial and error, they discovered that a more architectural solution was needed. Walls of biscuit base were required throughout the cake to hold the softer ingredients, while triangular (三角的) biscuit supports on the inside were necessary to keep the cake from falling apart. “To print the cake successfully, we need to put the ingredients together in a careful way,” said the team leader Cooper. Although much work is still needed to collect data and improve the designs, scientists are hopeful that once mastered, 3D printing could replace traditional cooking, allowing food to be adapted to different nutritional(营养)needs. “We have a huge problem with the low nutrition of processed foods,” said Cooper. “3D food printing will still produce processed foods, but perhaps the silver lining will be, for some people, a better control of nutrition based on personalized needs.” The team said 3D printing could also allow chefs to create entirely new food experiences, with flavours and textures (质地) placed very precisely. “It is particularly practical for the plant-based meat market, where texture and flavour need to be carefully designed to taste like real meats,” said Cooper. And, with more concern about food safety, food prepared with less human handling could lower the risk of food-related illness and the spread of disease. According to Cooper, this seems like a win-win solution for all of us. 1.Why does the author mention robots in paragraph 1? A. To show the disadvantages of 3D printing. B. To introduce the popularity of using robots. C. To stress the difficulty of 3D printing desserts. D. To explain the function of robots in different areas. 2.What is the key to the success of the 3D printed cheesecake? A. The thickness of biscuit walls. B. The flexibility of inside support. C. The unique taste of ingredients. D. The structural design of the cake. 3.What do the underlined words “the silver lining” in paragraph 3 mean? A. The side effect. B. The main reason. C. The positive aspect. D. The best solution. 4.What is the last paragraph mainly about concerning 3D printed food? A. Promising markets. B. Additional benefits. C. Practical concerns. D. Technical challenges. 【答案】1. C　2. D　3. C　4. B 【解析】【导语】 本文是说明文。文章主要介绍了美国研究人员成功地用3D打印技术制作了樱桃芝士蛋糕。 (1)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第一段中“Robots have learned to drive on Mars, carry out brain operation and defeat master chess players. But when it comes to baking, making tasty desserts is far from a piece of cake. After many failed attempts, US researchers have successfully 3D printed a cherry cheesecake, although the outcome is unlikely to trouble the world’s dessert masters.(机器人已经学会了在火星上驾驶，进行大脑操作和击败国际象棋大师。但是说到烘焙，做出美味的甜点可不是小菜一碟。经过多次失败的尝试，美国研究人员成功地用3D 技术打印出了一个樱桃奶酪蛋糕，尽管这个结果不太可能困扰世界甜点大师们)”可知，机器人能在火星上驾驶，但是却很难做出美味的甜品，由此可推知，作者在第一段中提到机器人是为了强调3D打印甜点是有难度的。故选C。 (2)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第二段中“Through trial and error, they discovered that a more architectural solution was needed. Walls of biscuit base were required throughout the cake to hold the softer ingredients, while triangular (三角的) biscuit supports on the inside were necessary to keep the cake from falling apart.(通过反复试验，他们发现需要一个更加体系结构化的解决方案。整个蛋糕需要饼干底座的墙壁来容纳较软的成分，而内部的三角形饼干支架是必要的，以防止蛋糕掉下来)”可推知，3D打印芝士蛋糕成功的关键是蛋糕的结构设计。故选D。 (3)题解析： 词句猜测题。根据划线短语所在句子“3D food printing will still produce processed foods, but perhaps the silver lining will be, for some people, a better control of nutrition based on personalized needs.(3D食品打印仍将生产加工食品，但也许the silver lining将是，对一些人来说，基于个性化的需求能更好地控制营养)”中but可知，前后是转折关系，3D食品打印仍将生产加工食品，这是不好的一面，但是对一些人来说，基于个性化的需求能更好地控制营养，这是它的积极方面。由此猜测，划线短语the silver lining意为“积极的方面”，故选C。 (4)题解析： 主旨大意题。根据最后一段中“And, with more concern about food safety, food prepared with less human handling could lower the risk of food-related illness and the spread of disease. According to Cooper, this seems like a win-win solution for all of us.(此外，由于人们对食物安全的关注日益增加，以较少人手处理的食物可以降低与食物有关的疾病和疾病传播的风险。据库珀所说，这对我们来说是个双赢的解决方案)”可知，最后一段主要介绍了关于3D打印食品的附加好处，故选B。 Passage 6 （25-26高一上·福建漳州第一中学-11月·期中）On social media, reading has taken on new styles. Many readers now create colorful and detailed notes, known as marginalia (书页批注). These marks sometimes cover entire pages and may even match the color of a book’s cover. While some see this trend (趋势) as creative and personal, others question whether writing in books is a bad habit or a useful practice. Yet marginalia are hardly a modern invention. From Leonardo da Vinci to modern writers, generations of readers have long left their thoughts in the margins. Such notes often provide valuable insights for later readers and occasionally reshape the understanding of the text. In recent years, bestselling novelist Ann Patchett released a special edition with notes of her novel Tom Lake to raise money for bookstores, showing how marginalia can generate cultural and financial value. Scientists have also examined the phenomenon scientifically. A study in Frontiers in Psychology recorded brain activity and found that writing by hand uses more parts of the brain than typing. This suggests that the physical act of writing, including marginalia, deepens memory and comprehension. Maryanne Wolf at UCLA further argued that making notes enables readers to go beyond the author’s ideas and discover their own understanding. In education, marginalia also plays a role. Turkish professor Demet Yayli observed that taking notes encourages deep reading, helps students clearly express their views, and strengthens their learner autonomy. With greater autonomy, students are able to make decisions in learning and take responsibility for their progress, rather than wait for directions. Although note styles may appear unusual — underlining every line of a favorite character or marking romantic passages — experts agree that as long as the practice aids comprehension, any style is acceptable. Writing in the margins, far from being harmful, can personalize texts and enrich intellectual engagement. 1.According to the first paragraph, why has marginalia caused debate? A. It changes the appearance of the book. B. Its true value is doubted. C. Readers enjoy colorful notes. D. Books should follow trends. 2.Why was Leonardo da Vinci mentioned in paragraph 2? A. To explain marginalia is a bad habit. B. To say marginalia is not something new. C. To show marginalia can create cultural value. D. To prove books with marginalia tend to be expensive. 3.How did scientists examine the effects of handwriting? A. By comparing writing topics. B. By collecting memory test scores. C. By tracking brain activity. D. By recalling the author’s ideas. 4.What does the underlined word “autonomy” in paragraph 4 most probably mean? A. Importance. B. Curiosity. C. Creativity. D. Independence. 【答案】1. B　2. B　3. C　4. D 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文，主要探讨了社交媒体时代下阅读的新形式——书页批注（marginalia），并从历史、科学研究及教育三个维度分析了其价值与意义。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第一段“While some see this trend (趋势) as creative and personal, others question whether writing in books is a bad habit or a useful practice. (虽然有些人认为这种趋势是创造性的和个性化的，但其他人质疑在书中写作是一种坏习惯还是一种有益的实践。)”可知，书页批注会引起争论是因为它的真正价值被怀疑。故选B。 (2)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第二段“Yet marginalia are hardly a modern invention. From Leonardo da Vinci to modern writers, generations of readers have long left their thoughts in the margins. (然而，书页批注很难说是现代发明。从Leonardo da Vinci到现代作家，几代读者长期以来都把自己的想法留在书的空白处。)”可知，在第二段作者提到了Leonardo da Vinci是为了说书页批注并不是什么新鲜事。故选B。 (3)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第三段“A study in Frontiers in Psychology recorded brain activity and found that writing by hand uses more parts of the brain than typing. (《心理学前沿》（Frontiers in Psychology）上的一项研究记录了大脑活动，发现手写比打字能调动大脑更多区域。)”可知，科学家们通过追踪大脑活动来检验手写的影响。故选C。 (4)题解析： 词句猜测题。根据最后一段“students are able to make decisions in learning and take responsibility for their progress, rather than wait for directions (学生们能够在学习过程中自主做出决策，并对自己的学习进展负责，而非坐等指示)”可知，做笔记能鼓励深度阅读，帮助学生清晰地表达自己的观点，并增强他们的学习自主性，划线词autonomy的意思是“自主性”，和independence意思相近。故选D。 Passage 7 （25-26高一上·湖北襄阳第四中学·期中）A recent study from the University of California San Diego reveals that young children between the ages of 3 and 5 can improve their musical abilities, especially in understanding musical pitches (音高), when learning Mandarin, compared to those who speak English. This research challenges the idea that our mental abilities are entirely separate from each other. It suggests that the skills children learn in one area can influence their learning in another. This raises questions about how our mental abilities relate to each other. The study involved two experiments with similar groups of Mandarin and English learners, totaling 180 children. They were tested on tasks related to pitch (high or low notes) and timbre (音色) (the quality of sound). Both groups performed similarly on the task related to timbre. However, Mandarin speakers performed better than English speakers on tasks related to pitch. Mandarin is a tonal language, which means the tone (音调) used when saying a word can change its meaning, not just add emphasis. For example, the Mandarin word “ma” can mean “mother,” “horse,” “hem (麻),” or “scold,” depending on how it’s spoken. This focus on pitch helps young Mandarin speakers understand musical pitches better. Since both language and music involve changes in pitch, the study aimed to find out if understanding pitch in language is different from understanding it in music. The results suggest that experience with understanding musical pitches can also help in understanding language pitches, and vice versa (反之亦然). While learning Mandarin might offer an advantage due to its tonal nature, it’s important to note that the study doesn’t suggest replacing music lessons with language lessons or the other way around. Learning another language has many benefits, and music education remains important for musical skills. In summary, this is an extremely valuable research, highlighting the connections between cognitive (认知的) skills and emphasizing the value of exposing children to different languages and providing them with musical education for their overall development. 1.What is the purpose of paragraph 1? A. To offer the research result to be discussed. B. To introduce the concept of musical pitches. C. To present the University of California San Diego. D. To share a fact about children’s language development. 2.What is the challenged idea according to paragraph 2? A. The benefits of musical education. B. The difficulty of learning Mandarin. C. The separation of children’s skills. D. The importance of speaking English. 3.What is the advantage of learning Mandarin according to the study? A. Making music lessons no longer needed. B. Telling high and low musical notes apart better. C. Telling the difference in sound quality more easily. D. Improving children’s ability to learn other languages. 4.What is the author’s attitude towards this study? A. Critical B. Supportive C. Doubtful. D. Unclear 【答案】1. A　2. C　3. B　4. B 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍加州大学圣地亚哥分校的研究发现：3-5岁儿童学习普通话比学英语更能提升音乐音高理解能力，揭示了认知技能间的关联及多语言接触与音乐教育的重要性。 (1)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第一段“A recent study from the University of California San Diego reveals that young children between the ages of 3 and 5 can improve their musical abilities, especially in understanding musical pitches, when learning Mandarin, compared to those who speak English.(加州大学圣地亚哥分校最近的一项研究表明，与说英语的孩子相比，3-5岁的幼儿在学习普通话时，能够提高他们的音乐能力，尤其是在理解音乐音高方面)”可知，该段直接呈现了核心研究结果，为后文围绕这一结果展开的讨论（如技能关联性、研究细节、意义等）奠定基础。故选A项。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第二段第一句“This research challenges the idea that our mental abilities are entirely separate from each other.(这项研究挑战了我们的心智能力是完全相互独立的观点)”可知，被挑战的观点是“心智能力（即儿童的各项技能）是相互分离的”。故选C项。 (3)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第一段“A recent study from the University of California San Diego reveals that young children between the ages of 3 and 5 can improve their musical abilities, especially in understanding musical pitches, when learning Mandarin, compared to those who speak English.(加州大学圣地亚哥分校最近的一项研究表明，与说英语的孩子相比，3-5岁的幼儿在学习普通话时，能够提高他们的音乐能力，尤其是在理解音乐音高方面)及第三段“However, Mandarin speakers performed better than English speakers on tasks related to pitch.(然而，说普通话的人在与音高相关的任务中表现比说英语的人更好)”可知，学习普通话的优势是能更好地辨别音乐中的高低音（音高）。故选B项。 (4)题解析： 推理判断题。根据最后一段“In summary, this is an extremely valuable research, highlighting the connections between cognitive skills and emphasizes the value of exposing children to different languages and providing them with musical education for their overall development.(总之，这是一项极具价值的研究，它凸显了认知技能之间的联系，并强调了让儿童接触不同语言和为他们提供音乐教育对其全面发展的价值)”可知，作者用“extremely valuable（极具价值的）”评价该研究，明确表达了支持态度。故选B项。 主题语境06 人与自然-自然生态 （25-26高一上·福建莆田第一中学·期中）It might surprise you to learn that dogs are playing an increasingly important role as conservationists. For centuries, they have been known as man’s best friends. Now, their unique abilities are being used to help protect some of the world’s most threatened species. Quick and loyal, dogs possess many qualities that make them ideal for fieldwork, but it’s their extraordinary sense of smell that makes them invaluable for conservation work. With around 220 million olfactory receptors(嗅觉受体)compared to just 5 million in humans, dogs can detect scents(气味)and analyze them with astonishing accuracy, devoting 40 times more of their brain to scent analysis than we do. Thanks to this incredible ability, some dogs are now being trained to save at-risk animals by sniffing(嗅)out their droppings. At the University of Washington’s Conservation Canines facility, 20 specially trained dogs have successfully tracked killer whale droppings, which only float briefly on the ocean’s surface. Analyzing these samples enables scientists to monitor the health of killer whale populations, which are under significant stress from food shortages, pollution, and boat traffic. Beyond tracking animal droppings, conservation dogs are also trained for live animal detection, further showcasing their abilities. They can locate rare species in their natural habitats. Additionally, they are now used to tackle the non-native species that threaten the survival of the local wildlife. Dogs also take on other important roles. For example, at Kenya’s Mombasa port, dogs sniff out illegal wildlife products such as rhino horns and ivory. Across Africa, they work on the frontlines against illegal hunting, serving as a powerful security force enhancer. While dogs may not be the ultimate solution to every conservation challenge, their incomparable abilities make them invaluable companions in the fight to protect our planet’s biodiversity. 1.Why are the figures mentioned in the second paragraph? A. To highlight the superiority of dogs’ sense of smell. B. To suggest the amazing accuracy of dogs’ analysis. C. To recognize the importance of conservation work. D. To show dogs’ impressive achievements in fieldwork. 2.How do dogs help protect killer whales? A. By tracking their movements. B. By detecting their droppings. C. By monitoring their populations. D. By analyzing the collected samples. 3.What can we learn from the example given in Paragraph 4? A. Wildlife products are popular in African countries. B. Non-native species affect the survival of local wildlife. C. Dogs are used to detect and prevent illegal wildlife trade. D. Dogs can accurately locate the natural habitats of rare species. 4.What is the author’s purpose in writing the text? A. To appeal to people to protect biodiversity. B. To report various environmental challenges. C. To introduce dogs’ roles in conservation efforts. D. To prove the conventional claim of dogs’ qualities. 【答案】1. A　2. B　3. C　4. C 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍狗狗凭借独特能力在保护生物多样性等环保工作中发挥的重要作用。 (1)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第二段中的“Quick and loyal, dogs possess many qualities that make them ideal for fieldwork, but it’s their extraordinary sense of smell that makes them invaluable for conservation work. With around 220 million olfactory receptors(嗅觉受体)compared to just 5 million in humans, dogs can detect scents(气味)and analyze them with astonishing accuracy, devoting 40 times more of their brain to scent analysis than we do. (狗狗敏捷又忠诚，拥有多种适合野外工作的特质，但正是它们非凡的嗅觉让它们在环保工作中价值连城。狗狗拥有约2.2亿个嗅觉受体，而人类只有500万个；它们投入到气味分析的大脑区域是人类的40倍，因此能以惊人的准确度探测和分析气味。)”可知，第二段提及的数据（狗狗与人类嗅觉受体数量、大脑用于气味分析的占比），是为了突出狗狗嗅觉的优越性。故选A项。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第三段中的“Thanks to this incredible ability, some dogs are now being trained to save at-risk animals by sniffing(嗅)out their droppings. At the University of Washington’s Conservation Canines facility, 20 specially trained dogs have successfully tracked killer whale droppings, which only float briefly on the ocean’s surface. (凭借这种惊人的能力，一些狗狗如今接受训练，通过嗅探濒危动物的粪便来拯救它们。在华盛顿大学的‘环保犬’机构，20只经过特殊训练的狗狗成功追踪到了虎鲸的粪便——这些粪便仅会在海洋表面短暂漂浮。)”可知，狗狗通过探测虎鲸的粪便来帮助保护虎鲸。故选B项。 (3)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第四段中的“For example, at Kenya’s Mombasa port, dogs sniff out illegal wildlife products such as rhino horns and ivory. Across Africa, they work on the frontlines against illegal hunting, serving as a powerful security force enhancer. (例如，在肯尼亚的蒙巴萨港，狗狗会嗅出犀牛角、象牙等非法野生动物制品。在非洲各地，它们奋战在打击非法狩猎的前线，成为强有力的安全力量助力者。)”可知，该例子说明狗狗被用于探测和阻止非法野生动物交易。故选C项。 (4)题解析： 推理判断题。通读全文，第一段指出“狗狗在环保工作中发挥日益重要的作用”，随后段落分别介绍狗狗的嗅觉优势、通过嗅探粪便保护濒危动物、探测活体动物及打击非法野生动物交易等具体作用，最后总结狗狗在保护生物多样性中的价值。由此可知，作者写作本文的目的是介绍狗狗在环保工作中的作用。故选C项。 主题语境01 人与社会-历史、社会与文化 Passage 1 （25-26高一上·江西莲花中学·期中）Have you felt annoyed when a cellphone rings during the class? Something must be done to stop this. Now in New York City, USA, a rule is carried out in schools. Students can’ t even bring cellphones to school. Is it a good thing or not? Anxious parents say that cellphones are an important tool in holding New York city’s families together. “I worry about it,” said Elizabeth Lorris Ritter, a mother of a middle school kid. It’s necessary in our everyday life. We have a washing machine. We have running water, and We have cellphones.” Many American parents think cellphones connect them to their children on buses, getting out from subways, walking through unknown places. “I have her call me when she gets out of school,” said Lindsay Walt, a schoolgirl’s mother. “No one in New York is going to let their child go to school without a cellphone” What about the cellphone owners, the students? Most of the students said cellphones were essential and the cellphone was like all extra (额外的) hand or foot for them. “I feel so empty,” said May Chom, “There is also no way to listen to music on the way to school without my phone. It will be a really, really boring trip.” 1.Students often use a cellphone ______ according to the passage. A. to enjoy listening to music B. to make phone calls to their teachers C. to work as running water D. to work as a washing machine 2.Which of the following statements is TRUE? A. Many American parents don’t think cellphones are necessary for the students. B. Cellphones only bring troubles to the school life. C. Cellphones connect children with their families when they are outside. D. Cellphones can help students learn better. 3.What does the underlined word “essential” mean in Chinese? A. 时髦的 B. 必要的 C. 多余的 D. 昂贵的 4.This article is about the ______ in carrying out the rule—not to use a cellphone in school. A. happiness B. interest C. problem D. expense (费用) 【答案】1. A　2. C　3. B　4. C 【解析】【导语】 这是一篇说明文，文章主要介绍了学校禁止学生带手机进校园的规定引起了很多家长和学生的反对。父母认为没有手机就不能随时与孩子保持联系，而学生认为没有手机他们会很无聊。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据最后一段中“There is also no way to listen to music on the way to school without my phone.(在去学校的路上没有手机也没法听音乐)”可知，学生喜欢在上学路上用手机听音乐，故选A。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第四段“Many American parents think cellphones connect them to their children on buses, getting out from subways, walking through unknown places.(许多美国父母认为手机可以让他们在公交车上、从地铁里出来、在陌生的地方行走时与孩子联系)”可知，手机可以让父母和孩子随时保持联系，故选C。 (3)题解析： 词句猜测题。根据划线词后“the cellphone was like all extra (额外的) hand or foot for them(手机对他们来说就像是额外的手或脚)”可知，学生认为手机对他们来说就像是额外的手或脚，由此推知他们认为手机对他们来说必不可少，essential意为“必要的，必不可少的”，故选B。 (4)题解析： 主旨大意题。根据第三段中“‘I worry about it,’ said Elizabeth Lorris Ritter, a mother of a middle school kid.(‘我对此感到担心，’一个中学生的母亲Elizabeth Lorris Ritter说)”以及最后一段中“‘I feel so empty,’ said May Chom(‘我觉得很空虚，’May Chom说)”可知， 文章开头的几个问题引出要讨论的话题——禁止学生带手机进校园这条规定是否合理，接着主要介绍了很多家长和学生反对这条规定，以及该规定可能导致的各种问题，故选C。 Passage 2 （25-26高一·福建福州八中期中）Nowadays, handwriting seems to become less necessary, for young children learn to tap and touch screens before they have even learned to pick up a pencil or tie their shoelaces. Most of our written communication is done through texting on mobile phones or typing on a keyboard. And voice recognition software is becoming more and more advanced — making even keyboard unnecessary! So, are handwriting skills important to your child? Actually, handwriting is an exercise in eye-hand coordination (手眼协调), an important part of visual-motor (视觉运动) skills, which are connected with achievements in study. Scientists found that developing fine visual-motor skills in early childhood can lead to not only writing success, but better performance in reading and math in elementary school. It was also found that kids who fail to write neatly and efficiently are often accused of being lazy, and this may affect their behavior and self-worth. Moreover, a study showed that when a group of children were asked to come up with ideas for an article, the ones with better handwriting were more active and had quicker minds. In some ways, handwriting helps their brains’ development. The first attempts at writing can be challenging for pre-school children — whose fine motor skills are not yet fully developed. But some skills to prepare for handwriting are simple to build at home and in preschool. Parents should provide lots of opportunities for kids to copy and draw shapes and simple pictures in early childhood before letters are introduced. Let your child copy your shapes in sand, or with chalk on a board before trying to draw the shapes on their own. Encourage your child to spend less time on electronic devices and more time on activities to improve eye-hand coordination. Let’s face it — technology is certain to continue developing and more research is needed to find the best ways to teach handwriting to young children. But, there’s plenty of evidence that the handwriting practice can provide young children with a good start in developing skills needed for a healthy and successful journey in school. 1.According to Paragraph 1, handwriting is ______ . A. easy to learn on a touch screen. B. used less for communication now. C. more difficult than typewriting. D. totally replaced by voice recognition. 2.How does the author explain the benefits of handwriting? A. By showing some research findings. B. By giving examples of the kids around him. C. By giving some news reports on handwriting. D. By providing evidence about outstanding pupils. 3.What does the author suggest parents do? A. Keep young children away from electronic devices. B. Teach pre-school children to write letters with chalk. C. Help children get ready for handwriting before school. D. Encourage children to face writing challenges bravely. 4.What can be the best title for the text? A. How can pre-school children learn handwriting skills? B. Should handwriting be taken seriously in children’s growth? C. How can handwriting affect children’s self-confidence? D. Should homework be done through handwriting or typewriting? 【答案】1. B　2. A　3. C　4. B 【解析】【导语】 这是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了如今手写使用减少，但手写技能对孩子很重要，作者给出建议并表明手写练习对孩子有益。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第一段中“Nowadays, handwriting seems to become less necessary, for young children learn to tap and touch screens before they have even learned to pick up a pencil or tie their shoelaces. Most of our written communication is done through texting on mobile phones or typing on a keyboard. (如今，手写似乎变得不那么必要了，因为孩子们甚至在学会拿起铅笔或系鞋带之前就学会了点击和触摸屏幕。我们大部分的书面交流都是通过手机发短信或在键盘上打字来完成的。)”可知，现在手写在交流中用得少了。故选B。 (2)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第二段中“Scientists found that developing fine visual-motor skills in early childhood can lead to not only writing success, but better performance in reading and math in elementary school. It was also found that kids who fail to write neatly and efficiently are often accused of being lazy, and this may affect their behavior and self-worth. Moreover, a study showed that when a group of children were asked to come up with ideas for an article, the ones with better handwriting were more active and had quicker minds. In some ways, handwriting helps their brains’ development. (科学家们发现，在幼儿时期培养良好的视觉 - 运动技能不仅有助于在书写方面取得成功，还能让孩子在小学阶段的阅读和数学学习中有更出色的表现。研究还发现，那些书写不工整、效率不高的孩子常常被指责懒惰，而这可能会影响他们的行为表现和自我价值感。此外，一项研究表明，当要求一群孩子为一篇文章想出创意时，那些书写更好的孩子更加积极活跃，思维也更敏捷。在某些方面，书写有助于他们大脑的发育。)”可知，作者通过展示一些研究发现来解释手写的好处。故选A。 (3)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第三段中“But some skills to prepare for handwriting are simple to build at home and in preschool. Parents should provide lots of opportunities for kids to copy and draw shapes and simple pictures in early childhood before letters are introduced. (但是，一些为手写做准备的技能在家里和幼儿园很容易培养。在引入字母之前，父母应该为孩子们提供很多在幼儿时期模仿和绘制形状和简单图片的机会。)”可知，作者建议父母在孩子上学前帮助他们做好手写的准备。故选C。 (4)题解析： 主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是根据第二段中“So, are handwriting skills important to your child? (那么，手写技能对你的孩子重要吗？)”可知，文章围绕手写技能对孩子的重要性展开，介绍了手写的好处以及作者对父母提出的一些建议，文章主要讨论了手写在孩子成长过程中是否应该被重视。故选B。 主题语境02 人与社会-社会服务与人际沟通 Passage 1 （25-26高一上·江西南昌第二中学·期中）Two British teachers have broken the world record for the longest journey in a tuk-tuk after pulling their broken vehicle for 43 miles. Richard Sears and Nick Gough traveled 42,120 kilometers around the world and passed through over 35 countries. They did this to support the grass roots education projects in Africa, Asia and South America. The pair, who set off from London, thought their journey was over when the vehicle started to fail. When the tuk-tuk broke, they were only 70 kilometers away from their destination. They decided to pull it the rest of the way. The tuk-tuk, which weighs 800 kilograms, was pulled in turn by Richard and Nick over three days. On arrival in Chepén, Peru, they discovered a repairman who specialized in tuk-tuks and managed to fix it. The pair were back on the road aiming for their next goal. Along their journey they had to tackle deserts and jungles. They also survived close encounters with elephants in Uganda and Botswana and an accident in Malaysia. The greatest hardship on the tuk-tuk was the mountain ranges lying in their path, including the Alps, the Himalayas and the Andes. Nick and Richard uncovered some inspirational projects across Africa, Asia and South America. They witnessed first-hand the educational challenges facing these areas today. They joined street children in the slums of Cairo, Khartoum, Kampala, Mumbai and Phnom Penh. They visited Congolese refugees (难民) in camps in Eastern Burundi. The pair established The Tuk Tuk Educational Trust, a U.K. registered charity. Talking about their motivation, Richard said, “The world’s leaders have made a commitment to achieve universal primary education but, in spite of this promise, over 57 million primary-aged children worldwide are still out of school; many more are in school, but still cannot access quality learning opportunities.” 1.Why did the two teachers travel around the world? A. To give support to education projects. B. To create a new record in a journey. C. To find like-minded teachers to work with. D. To explore landscapes of different countries. 2.What is the third paragraph mainly about? A. Their achievements in fighting poverty. B. Their exciting experiences on the road. C. The beautiful scenery of famous mountains. D. The difficulties and dangers of the journey. 3.Which of the following best describes the two teachers? A. Curious and brave. B. Humorous and generous. C. Responsible and courageous. D. Efficient and honest. 4.What can we infer from Richard’s words in the last paragraph? A. Students in developing countries need to be further educated. B. The world’s leaders don’t pay enough attention to education. C. People should work together to promote equality in education. D. Universal primary education remains a long way to go. 【答案】1. A　2. D　3. C　4. D 【解析】【导语】 这是一篇说明文。两位英国教师为支持非亚南美基层教育，驾驶三轮车环球旅行4.2万多公里、途经35国，克服车辆故障、自然险阻等困难，还成立慈善信托，助力普及小学教育。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第一段“They did this to support the grass roots education projects in Africa, Asia and South America.(他们这样做是为了支持非洲、亚洲和南美洲的基层教育项目)”可知，这两位老师环游世界是为了为教育项目提供支持。故选A。 (2)题解析： 主旨大意题。根据第三段“The pair were back on the road aiming for their next goal. Along their journey they had to tackle deserts and jungles. They also survived close encounters with elephants in Uganda and Botswana and an accident in Malaysia. The greatest hardship on the tuk-tuk was the mountain ranges lying in their path, including the Alps, the Himalayas and the Andes.(这对搭档又踏上了征程，朝着他们的下一个目标进发。在他们的旅途中，他们不得不穿越沙漠和丛林。他们还曾在乌干达和博茨瓦纳与大象有过近距离的遭遇，在马来西亚也曾遭遇过事故。在三轮车上，最大的困难就是沿途出现的山脉，包括阿尔卑斯山、喜马拉雅山和安第斯山脉)”可知，第三段说明了旅途中的困难与危险。故选D。 (3)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第一段“They did this to support the grass roots education projects in Africa, Asia and South America.(他们这样做是为了支持非洲、亚洲和南美洲的基层教育项目)”以及第三段“The pair were back on the road aiming for their next goal. Along their journey they had to tackle deserts and jungles. They also survived close encounters with elephants in Uganda and Botswana and an accident in Malaysia. The greatest hardship on the tuk-tuk was the mountain ranges lying in their path, including the Alps, the Himalayas and the Andes.(这对搭档又踏上了征程，朝着他们的下一个目标进发。在他们的旅途中，他们不得不穿越沙漠和丛林。他们还曾在乌干达和博茨瓦纳与大象有过近距离的遭遇，在马来西亚也曾遭遇过事故。在旅途中，最大的困难就是沿途的山脉，包括阿尔卑斯山、喜马拉雅山和安第斯山脉)”可知，这两位老师责任心强且勇敢无畏。故选C。 (4)题解析： 推理判断题。根据最后一段“The pair established The Tuk Tuk Educational Trust, a U.K. registered charity. Talking about their motivation, Richard said, “The world’s leaders have made a commitment to achieve universal primary education but, in spite of this promise, over 57 million primary-aged children worldwide are still out of school; many more are in school, but still cannot access quality learning opportunities.”(这两人成立了“嘟嘟车教育信托”组织，这是一家在英国注册的慈善机构。谈到他们的初衷时，理查德说：“世界各国的领导人已承诺要实现普及小学教育的目标，但尽管有这一承诺，全球仍有超过 5700 万处于小学年龄段的儿童未上学；还有更多的孩子虽然在学校就读，但仍然无法获得优质的教育机会。”)”可知，全民基础教育仍有很长的路要走。故选D。 Passage 2 （25-26高一上·江西景德镇-11月·期中）Most people live with “just-me-ism”. For example, you might leave the tap running while brushing teeth, keep a light on when going out, or drop litter without picking it up. You know these actions are wrong, yet you tell yourself, “What difference does it make? The world has millions of people, and I’m just one. Does leaving a tap running, a light on, or a piece of litter really matter? Besides, no one will know.” But imagine millions of people having the same mindset: millions of gallons of water would be wasted, millions of lights left on, and millions of litter pieces scattered. All this would cause great harm to our world. To encourage young people to act for the environment, animals, and their communities, Roots& Shoots was founded. Established in the early 1990s by Dr. Jane Goodall — a world-famous scientist and expert on wild chimpanzees — this organization is more than just a group. Beyond her research, Dr. Goodall has devoted herself fully to environmental protection. The core purpose of Roots & Shoots is to educate young people, ranging from preschoolers to university students, equipping them to help build a secure future where humans live in peace with nature. The name “Roots & Shoots” carries deep meaning: roots grow slowly underground to form a solid foundation, while shoots, though small and weak, can break through brick walls to reach sunlight. These roots and shoots represent you, your friends, and young people worldwide. Countless such “roots and shoots” can solve global problems, change the world, and turn it into a better place to live. Now the choice is yours: Will you use your life to make the world better for people, animals, and the environment? Will you help plant Roots & Shoots in everyone’s heart? Will you join the community for a shared future? You cannot be absent. 1.Who would most probably be called a just-me-ist based on the text? A. Lily who brings shopping bags while going to the supermarket. B. Amy who chooses the easiest tasks and never helps her teammates. C. Marshall who always argues and even has fights with his classmates. D. Mike who throws plastic bottles in the forest without taking them away. 2.What is the primary goal of Roots & Shoots? A. To advocate a ban on environmental protection. B. To inspire young people to study chimpanzees. C. To call on everyone to take care of those they love. D. To encourage the youth to live in harmony with nature. 3.What can we learn from Roots & Shoots? A. Early birds catch the worms. B. Many hands make light work. C. A friend in need is a friend indeed. D. All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. 4.The organization is named “Roots & Shoots” because ________. A. roots and shoots are small but powerful B. roots and shoots are easy to find in nature C. roots and shoots are Dr. Jane Goodall’s favorites D. roots and shoots are the most important parts of plants 【答案】1. D　2. D　3. B　4. A 【解析】【导语】 这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了人们常有的“唯我主义”心态，认为个人的小动作对世界微乎其微。然而文章通过Roots & Shoots组织的创立强调了每个人都很重要，鼓励年轻人为了环境、动物和社区采取行动。文章最后呼吁大家积极参与，共同创造一个美好的未来。 (1)题解析： 推理判断题。根据文章第一段“Most people live with “just-me-ism”. For example, you might leave the tap running while brushing teeth, keep a light on when going out, or drop litter without picking it up. You know these actions are wrong, yet you tell yourself, “What difference does it make? The world has millions of people, and I’m just one. Does leaving a tap running, a light on, or a piece of litter really matter? Besides, no one will know.”(大多数人生活在“唯我主义”中。例如，你可能会在刷牙时让水龙头一直开着，出门时不关灯，或者丢弃垃圾而不捡起来。你知道这些行为是错误的，但你会告诉自己：“这有什么关系呢？世界上有成千上万的人，我只是其中一个。让水龙头流着水、亮着一盏灯或丢一片垃圾真的重要吗？而且，没有人会知道。”)”可知，“唯我主义”行为就是只考虑自己方便、不顾公共环境，且认为自己小小的行为不会对环境造成太大的伤害。因此D项“Mike在森林里丢弃塑料瓶而不带走的行为”与文中描述的典型“唯我主义”行为一致。故选D。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据文章第二段“The core purpose of Roots & Shoots is to educate young people, ranging from preschoolers to university students, equipping them to help build a secure future where humans live in peace with nature.(“根与芽”的核心宗旨是教育从学龄前儿童到大学生的年轻人，帮助他们为建设一个人类与自然和平共处的安全未来贡献力量。)”可知，该组织的核心目标是教育年轻人，帮助他们建设一个人类与自然和平共处的未来，因此是为了鼓励年轻人与自然和谐相处。故选D。 (3)题解析： 推理判断题。根据文章第三段“The name “Roots & Shoots” carries deep meaning: roots grow slowly underground to form a solid foundation, while shoots, though small and weak, can break through brick walls to reach sunlight. These roots and shoots represent you, your friends, and young people worldwide. Countless such “roots and shoots” can solve global problems, change the world, and turn it into a better place to live.(“根与芽”这个名字寓意深刻：根在地下缓慢生长，形成坚实的基础；而芽虽然细小柔弱，却能冲破砖墙，接触到阳光。这些根和芽代表着你、你的朋友以及世界各地的年轻人。无数这样的“根和芽”能够解决全球性问题，改变世界，并将其变成一个更美好的家园。)”可知，第三段通过“roots and shoots”的比喻，强调虽然“根与芽”很渺小，却有着无穷的力量，无数的“根与芽”就能解决全球性的问题，也就是无数年轻人团结起来就可以解决全球问题、改变世界。这体现了“众人拾柴火焰高”的集体力量理念。故选B。 (4)题解析： 推理判断题。根据文章第三段“The name “Roots & Shoots” carries deep meaning: roots grow slowly underground to form a solid foundation, while shoots, though small and weak, can break through brick walls to reach sunlight. These roots and shoots represent you, your friends, and young people worldwide. Countless such “roots and shoots” can solve global problems, change the world, and turn it into a better place to live.(“根与芽”这个名字寓意深刻：根在地下缓慢生长，形成坚实的基础；而芽虽然细小柔弱，却能冲破砖墙，接触到阳光。这些根和芽代表着你、你的朋友以及世界各地的年轻人。无数这样的“根和芽”能够解决全球性问题，改变世界，并将其变成一个更美好的家园。)”可知，根虽慢长却形成坚实基础，芽虽小却能冲破砖墙见到阳光。这个比喻旨在说明年轻人看似微小却拥有改变世界的强大力量。因此此机构选择这个名字是因为根与芽虽小却拥有强大的力量。故选A。 主题语境03 人与社会-科学与技术 Passage 1 （25-26高一上·福建顺昌县第一中学·期中）Recently, videos of using AI to choose watermelons became very popular on social media, showing the technology can pick sweet fruit. As watermelon season comes, many people find buying a watermelon like opening a surprise box. Will it be a dud? To put AI to the test, a reporter from xxcb.cn visited a store in Changsha, Central China’s Hunan Province to conduct an experiment. The reporter took photos and numbered eight watermelons, which made it easy to tell them apart and compare them later, and then asked AI to choose the sweetest one. One AI software program admitted(承认)it couldn’t judge sweetness of the numbered watermelons. “Usually, methods to determine the sweetness of a watermelon include observing the appearance, weight, and sound of the watermelon. Tapping (拍) the watermelon can also be used to determine its sweetness.” the AI software explained. Another gave tips on what to look for in choosing a sweet watermelon. “Based on the shape of the watermelon, rounder watermelons usually show a more uniform internal structure, which may be a sign of higher sweetness. In the image, watermelons 1 and 8 look rounder and larger,suggesting higher sweetness. However, the final sweetness needs to be confirmed by taste,” the AI software said. Following the AI’s recommendation, the reporter decided to put these two to the test. After cutting open watermelons 1 and 8, both were red and juicy, but watermelon one was slightly sweeter. So, is using AI to pick fruit dependable? According to an AI expert, AI can provide helpful suggestions based on visual(视觉的) and base knowledge, but it’s not fully right. Although AI can be a useful tool for those unsure how to choose a melon, experienced people may still depend on traditional methods like tapping and smelling. Eventually, the decision on which watermelon to choose may still come down to personal preference and practical experience. 1.What does the underlined word “dud” in paragraph 1 mean? A. Something small. B. Something expensive. C. Something tasteless. D. Something seasonal. 2.Why did the first AI admit its inability? A. It didn’t get clear melon photos. B. It needed to collect more information. C. It hadn’t answered similar questions. D. It considered the shape unimportant. 3.How did the second AI differ from the first one? A. It found out sweetness by sound. B. It showed three methods to choose. C. It offered weight-based tips. D. It connected sweetness to sizes. 4.What is the author’s attitude toward AI picking melons? A. Objective. B. Negative. C. Worried. D. Unclear. 【答案】1. C　2. B　3. D　4. A 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇新闻报道。文章介绍了记者通过实验来验证使用AI挑选甜西瓜的可靠性。 (1)题解析： 词义猜测题。前文提到“ As watermelon season comes, many people find buying a watermelon like opening a surprise box. Will it be a dud?(随着西瓜季的到来，许多人会发现购买西瓜就像打开一个惊喜盒子一样令人兴奋。但最终买到的会是dud吗？)”句子中将买西瓜比作开盲盒，并提出了“Will it be a dud?”的疑问。根据“surprise box”的语境以及人们买西瓜时担心不好吃的普遍心理，可以推断“dud”最可能指代的是令人失望的、无味的东西。C项“Something tasteless(无味的东西)”符合此语境。故选C。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第二段中“One AI software program admitted(承认) it couldn’t judge sweetness of the numbered watermelons. “Usually, methods to determine the sweetness of a watermelon include observing the appearance, weight, and sound of the watermelon. Tapping (拍) the watermelon can also be used to determine its sweetness.” the AI software explained.(一款人工智能软件坦言，它无法判断这些编号西瓜的甜度。“通常，判断西瓜甜度的方法包括观察西瓜的外观、重量和声音。拍打西瓜也可用来判断其甜度。”该人工智能软件解释道。)”可知，第一个AI承认无法判断是因为它倾向于结合更多的数据。它需要结合外观、重量、声音等多种数据，而仅靠照片提供的信息不足。故选B。 (3)题解析： 推理判断题。文章第三段“Based on the shape of the watermelon, rounder watermelons usually show a more uniform internal structure, which may be a sign of higher sweetness. In the image, watermelons 1 and 8 look rounder and larger,suggesting higher sweetness.(根据西瓜的形状来看，较圆的西瓜通常内部结构更为均匀，这可能意味着其甜度更高。在图中，西瓜 1 和 8 看起来更圆更大，这表明它们的甜度更高。)”可知，第二个AI将西瓜的甜度与其形状(更圆)和大小(更大)联系起来。D项“It connected sweetness to sizes(它将甜度与大小联系起来)”准确概括了这一点。故选D。 (4)题解析： 推理判断题。根据最后一段的“According to an AI expert, AI can provide helpful suggestions based on visual(视觉的) and base knowledge, but it’s not fully right. Although AI can be a useful tool for those unsure how to choose a melon, experienced people may still depend on traditional methods like tapping and smelling. Eventually, the decision on which watermelon to choose may still come down to personal preference and practical experience. (据一位人工智能专家称，人工智能能够根据视觉信息和基础知识提供有用的建议，但其结论并非完全准确。尽管人工智能能够为那些不知如何挑选西瓜的人提供有用的帮助，但经验丰富的人们可能仍会依赖诸如轻敲和闻味等传统方法。最终，选择哪种西瓜可能还是要取决于个人喜好和实际经验。)”指出AI并非绝对正确，传统方法仍有价值，最终选择依赖个人偏好和经验”可推断， 既肯定AI的辅助作用，也不回避其局限性，态度中立客观。故选A。 Passage 2 （25-26高一上·江西南昌第二中学·期中）If the sound of a baby crying gets you red in the face, you’re not just imagining things. A new study has found that a baby’s cries — particularly those that signal pain — really do cause a hot redness in adults’ faces, perhaps as a way of launching us into action. Without language, crying is a baby’s best shot at getting the help they need from their caregivers. But not every cry is the same. Cries that come from serious pain are much more disordered than the cries of low-level discomfort. Scientists call these “nonlinear phenomena” or NLPs. Caregivers can usually differentiate between cries of ordinary discomfort and those NLPs, but it’s unclear exactly how our bodies arrive at this higher-order conclusion. A team led by Dr. Laurent Moreau from Jean Monnet University wanted to know how these sounds affect adults’ nervous systems and the bodily effects they cause. They tested the reactions of 41 participants(21 men, 20 women, aged 35 years old on average)to the sounds of babies crying. These adults listened to a selection of 23 audio (音频) tracks, recorded from 16 different babies while they were either experiencing the discomfort of a bath, or the pain of a vaccination shot (接种疫苗) at the doctor. As the participants listened, a heat camera tracked changes to their face temperature. An increase in heat from this part of the body is a response from the nervous system, which manages uncontrollable bodily functions such as heart rate and breathing. The results showed that a cry with a higher level of NLP caused a stronger redness response from listeners’ faces, suggesting that these messy sounds are much more effective at getting the attention of adults, on a bodily level, than cries with little or no NLP. “While our results sound interesting and new, this study remains rather basic and raises a number of questions about the methods used in the experiment.” Dr. Moreau notes. 1.Which of the following is an NLP in babies’ cries? A. Cries out of the pain of a dog bite. B. Cries out of boredom with toys. C. Cries from restlessness when held. D. Cries from unwillingness to drink milk. 2.Why did Dr. Moreau’s team conduct the research? A. To test if pain makes cries longer. B. To learn why adults can recognize cries. C. To see how cries affect the adults’ nerves. D. To compare men’s and women’s responses. 3.How was the research carried out? A. By observing babies’ discomfort behaviors. B. By having participants describe feelings. C. By measuring heart rate and recording breathing. D. By playing audios and tracking face temperature. 4.What may the study team focus on next? A. Studying more baby cries. B. Improving the study methods. C. Exploring adults’ nervous systems. D. Managing participants’ bodily functions. 【答案】1. A　2. C　3. D　4. B 【解析】【导语】 这是一篇说明文。一项新研究发现，婴儿因严重疼痛发出的无序哭声（NLP）会让成年人面部发红发热，更易吸引关注。研究通过让参与者听哭声音频、追踪面部温度得出结果，但该研究仍较基础，存在方法相关疑问。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第二段“Cries that come from serious pain are much more disordered than the cries of low-level discomfort. Scientists call these “nonlinear phenomena” or NLPs.(源自严重疼痛的哭喊与低程度不适所引发的哭喊相比，其节奏要更加紊乱。科学家将这类现象称为“非线性现象”或 NLPs)”可知，因被狗咬而发出的哭声属于婴儿哭声中的“非线性现象”。故选A。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第三段“A team led by Dr. Laurent Moreau from Jean Monnet University wanted to know how these sounds affect adults’ nervous systems and the bodily effects they cause.(由让-莫内大学的洛朗·莫罗教授领导的一个研究团队想要探究这些声音对成年人神经系统的影响以及它们所引发的身体反应)”可知，莫罗博士的团队进行这项研究是为了探究哭声对成年人神经系统的影响。故选C。 (3)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第四段“These adults listened to a selection of 23 audio (音频) tracks, recorded from 16 different babies while they were either experiencing the discomfort of a bath, or the pain of a vaccination shot (接种疫苗) at the doctor. As the participants listened, a heat camera tracked changes to their face temperature. (这些成年人聆听了23首音频片段，这些音频是分别从16名不同婴儿身上录制下来的，录制时这些婴儿有的正在经历洗澡带来的不适，有的则正在经历接种疫苗时的疼痛。当参与者们聆听时，一台热成像仪则监测着他们面部温度的变化情况)”可知，这项研究通过播放音频并监测面部温度开展。故选D。 (4)题解析： 推理判断题。根据最后一段““While our results sound interesting and new, this study remains rather basic and raises a number of questions about the methods used in the experiment.” Dr. Moreau notes.( 莫罗博士指出：“尽管我们的研究结果听起来既有趣又新颖，但这项研究仍较为基础，而且在实验所采用的方法方面也引发了一系列疑问。”)”可知，研究团队接下来可能会关注改进研究方法。故选B。 Passage 3 （25-26高一上·湖北利川第一中学·期中）You have two basic types of memory: short-term memory and long-term memory. Things you see or hear first enter your short-term memory. Very little of this information passes on into your long-term memory. Does this mean you have a bad memory? Not at all. Your short-term memory has a certain job. Its job is to store information for a few seconds only. Your short-term memory is at work when you look up a phone number, call the number, and then forget it. You remembered the number just long enough to use it. Then it disappeared from your memory. That’s really a good thing. Imagine if your memory held every number, every face, and every word you ever knew! However, some information is important to remember for a longer time. Then it must pass from short-term to long-term memory. Sometimes we tell ourselves to remember something. We might also practice it: “OK, don’t forget: 555-1212, 555-1212.” Usually, we don’t even think about it. Our brain makes the decision for us. It decides to store the information or let it go. The brain seems to make the decision by asking two questions: Does the information affect our emotions? That is, does it make us happy, sad, excited, or upset? Does the information concern something we already know, so our brain can store it with something already there? An answer of “Yes” means that the new information enters long-term memory. That means the brain creates new connections among brain cells. Information disappears when connections among brain cells become weak. They get weak if time passes and the connections are not used. That’s why it is good to read your lecture notes soon after the class. To keep the memory of something strong, think of it often. For example, look at those lecture notes the next day. Look at them the day after that, too. Every time you think about something, the connections in the brain get stronger. Then it is easier to remember the information when you need it. 1.When is your short-term memory at work? A. You read English words every morning. B. What you’ve learned is reviewed after class. C. The impression of a stranger soon disappears after you meet with him/ her. D. You look up an important phone number and repeat it again and again. 2.What information enters long-term memory according to the passage? A. Information affecting our emotions. B. Information creating brain cells. C. Information reaching you first. D. Information concerning something unfamiliar. 3.How can we keep the long-term memory of lecture notes strong? A. By looking at them after months. B. By referring to them regularly. C. By putting them away after class. D. By remembering them for a long time for only once. 4.Where is the passage probably taken from? A. A science fiction. B. A news story. C. A book review. D. A popular magazine. 【答案】1. C　2. A　3. B　4. D 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文。文章探讨了人的记忆：短期记忆和长期记忆。 (1)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第二段的“Your short-term memory has a certain job. Its job is to store information for a few seconds only. (你的短期记忆有一定的作用。它的工作是存储信息，只有几秒钟)”可知，短期记忆仅储存几秒钟的信息。由此推知，与陌生人见面后，你对他/她的印象很快就会消失，属于短期记忆起作用。故选C。 (2)题解析： 推理判断题。根据4到7段内容“The brain seems to make the decision by asking two questions: Does the information affect our emotions? That is, does it make us happy, sad, excited, or upset? Does the information concern something we already know, so our brain can store it with something already there? An answer of “Yes” means that the new information enters long-term memory. That means the brain creates new connections among brain cells.(大脑似乎通过问两个问题来做决：“这些信息会影响我们的情绪吗？也就是说，它会让我们快乐、悲伤、兴奋还是不安？这些信息是否与我们已经知道的东西有关，所以我们的大脑可以将它与已经存在的东西存储起来？回答“是”意味着新信息进入了长期记忆。这意味着大脑在脑细胞之间建立了新的连接)”可推知，影响我们情绪的信息会进入长期记忆。故选A。 (3)题解析： 细节理解题。根据最后一段的“To keep the memory of something strong, think of it often. For example, look at those lecture notes the next day. Look at them the day after that, too. Every time you think about something, the connections in the brain get stronger. Then it is easier to remember the information when you need it.(要保持对某件事的记忆牢固，就要经常想起它。例如，第二天看一下那些课堂笔记。再过一天再看看他们。每当你思考某事时，大脑中的联系就会变得更强。这样当你需要的时候就更容易记住信息了)”可知，通过不断地查阅可以牢固地记住课堂笔记。故选B。 (4)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第一段的“You have two basic types of memory: short-term memory and long-term memory. Things you see or hear first enter your short-term memory. Very little of this information passes on into your long-term memory.(人的记忆有两种基本类型：短期记忆和长期记忆。你看到或听到的东西首先进入你的短期记忆。这些信息只有很少一部分会传递到你的长期记忆中)”以及下文内容可知，本文就人的记忆：短期记忆和长期记忆进行了探讨。由此推知，最有可能出现在受欢迎的杂志里，不可能是科幻小说，新闻故事和书评。故选D。 Passage 4 （25-26高一上·江西崇仁县第一中学-11月·期中）A recent study conducted by researchers at MIT has found that using AI tools like ChatGPT may hurt people’s ability to think, learn, and remember in the long term. The study focused on students who used large language models (LLMs) to help them write essays (文章). These students showed less brain activity, poorer memory, and lower engagement (参与) compared with those who did not use AI. The research team used Electroencephalogram scans (EEGs) to monitor the brain activity of 54 students in three groups when they were doing their writing tasks: one group used ChatGPT, one used Google, and the third used no external (外部的) help at all. Over a period of four months, the group that used ChatGPT performed worst in all areas — brain activity, language use, and scoring. The findings showed that students who depended on AI had trouble remembering or quoting from their own essays. They also felt less ownership of their work. On the other hand, students who wrote without any help produced more original content and had more active brains. Even when students stopped using AI and tried writing on their own, their brain activity remained low. Interestingly, those who started without AI and later used it showed an increase an brain activity, suggesting they were actively trying to combine the new tool with their own knowledge. The researchers also warned that w$ 专题02 阅读理解（说明文） 主题语境01 人与社会-文学、艺术与体育 Passage 1 （25-26高一上·浙江杭州西湖区绿城育华·期中）A recent study in the “Journal of Travel Research” looked into how traveling can be good for our mind. Researchers asked 500 adults about their feelings before and after taking a holiday trip of at least one week. The results were clear. More than 85% of those who joined the study said they felt much less stressed after their trip. They were more relaxed and worried less. Also, 78% of them were in a better mood and said they felt happier. “I felt free and my mind became clear,” one person shared. The study also showed that the way you travel makes a difference. “Active travel,” like hiking or walking around a city, made people feel more achieved and energetic than “passive travel,” such as lying on a beach. For example, a four-day walk in the mountains, though tiring, often gave people a strong sense of success. Another important point was “joining in local life.” Travelers who tried local dishes, learned some local words, or lived with local families said they had more meaningful trips and saw life differently. What’s interesting is that these good feelings didn’t disappear quickly. A follow-up survey a month later found that 70% of people still felt less stressed and more positive. The researchers said that travel is not just for fun — it really helps our mental health. It lets people take a break from daily life, deal with new situations, and learn new things, all of which help them grow and feel happier. They suggest that people should plan and take holidays regularly to relax their body and mind. 1.What is the main finding of the study mentioned in the passage? A. Travel is very expensive. B. People prefer beach holidays. C. Travel has no long-term effects. D. Travel has psychological benefits. 2.According to the study, which type of travel is likely to bring a greater sense of achievement? A. A relaxing trip on a ship. B. A hiking tour in the mountains. C. A shopping experience in a mall. D. Staying at home and watching TV. 3.What does the data “70%” in paragraph 4 suggest? A. Travel is only good for young people. B. Many people still feel stressed after travel. C. The benefits of travel can last for some time. D. People with pressure do not enjoy their trips. 4.What do the researchers recommend based on their study? A. People should take regular holidays. B. People should avoid traveling to save money. C. People should make a workable plan before traveling. D. Long trips are not necessary when considering the plan. Passage 2 （25-26高一上·福建厦门第十中学·期中）In recent years, the concept of “slow travel” has appeared as a reaction to the fast-paced, mass tourism that dominates (主宰) the industry. Slow travel encourages travelers to engage deeply with local cultures, stay longer in destinations, and form meaningful connections with local communities. One of the key principles of slow travel is to reduce environmental impact. By choosing to stay in locally-owned accommodations, eating at family-run restaurants, and using public transportation or bicycles, travelers can greatly decrease their carbon footprint. For instance, a study found that tourists who engage in slow travel produce up to 70% less greenhouse gas emissions compared to those on traditional package tours. Slow travel also allows for a deeper cultural understanding. Instead of rushing through tourist attractions, slow travelers take the time to participate in local traditions, learn about historical importance, and interact with locals. This not only enriches the travel experience but also provides economic benefits to local communities. In some rural areas, “slow travel” has helped preserve (保存) endangered crafts and save dying traditions. However, slow travel is not without challenges. It requires more planning and flexibility. As travelers need to research local customs, transportation options, and authentic (真实的) experiences. Additionally, slow travel may not be feasible for everyone due to time or budget (预算) limit. For busy professionals or families with limited vacation days, spending weeks in a single destination may seem unrealistic. Despite these challenges, the slow travel movement continues to grow. Travelers are becoming more aware of their environmental and cultural impact, and many are seeking more authentic and sustainable ways to explore the world. As a result, travel companies are starting to offer more slow-travel options, such as longer home-stays and cultural experience programs. 1.Which is the benefit of slow travel? A. It can save money on traveling. B. It can be more environmentally friendly. C. It can increase the income of travel companies. D. It can allow travelers to visit more places hurriedly. 2.What can we learn about slow travel from the third paragraph? A. It has little impact on local economies. B. It focuses on interactions with travelers. C. It discourages travelers from learning about history. D. It may contribute to the preservation of traditional crafts. 3.What does the underlined word “feasible” mean in this context? A. desirable B. affordable C. practical D. classical 4.What can be inferred about the future of slow travel? A. It will cost less as time passes. B. It will only be accessible to rich travelers. C. It may become more popular in the future. D. It will take the place of traditional tourism entirely. Passage 3 （25-26高一上·福建莆田第二中学·期中）Old buildings are usually thought of as throwaways and suitable for being pulled down. Most people have not fully realized the “green” values that are connected with the upkeep of old buildings. Actually, keeping and making use of old architecture is one of the most environmentally-sound things we can do — more than the construction (建造) of any new architecture expected to be “green”. Aged communities, which have developed and changed naturally over a long period, hold unique cultures of their own. The buildings inside them are irreplaceable (不可替代的) to the environment. Choosing to pull down such architecture basically is like sentencing a special community to disappearance. Constructing “green” can be about saving time-honored, local building traditions that value the local cultures, rather than just using the latest and greatest technologies. The construction supplies (建筑材料) and workmanship are also worth protecting, not simply because of the environmental cost of producing and transporting them, but for the fact that some of such supplies and the workmanship no longer live. For example, my little river cottage (别墅) in West Virginia, which was built with chestnut before the disappearance of the chestnut trees, may never again be sourced. However, the probable buyer planned to pull it down, which, in my view, is not only a mark of downgrading the source but also goes against the idea of workable development. As the Preservation Green Lab report describes, it takes 10 to 80 years for a new building that is 30% more practical (实用的) than a common present building to overcome the harmful climate (气候) change results connected to the construction, which focuses on the necessity of ongoing use of present buildings and communities, successfully stopping or decreasing (减少) the use of forests, farms, wildlife homes and open areas for new construction tasks. As Carl Elefante of Quinn- Evans architects artfully said, “The greenest building is one that is already built.” Hopefully, the public will come to the agreement that present buildings are worth more care and attention. 1.How do most people deal with old buildings? A. People treat them lightly. B. People rebuild them actively. C. People explore them fully. D. People treasure them heartily. 2.Why does the writer mention his little river cottage in paragraph 3? A. To prove the shortage of building supplies. B. To explain the difficulty of building houses. C. To show the connection to the old buildings. D. To point out the value of keeping old buildings. 3.What can we know from the numbers in paragraph 4 about old buildings? A. They are more practical than the new buildings. B. They can help avoid more environmental pollution. C. They require fewer supplies during the construction. D. They can clear away the bad influences on farms nearby. 4.What is the text mainly about? A. Culture worth lies in green buildings. B. Old buildings are cost-friendly. C. Old buildings should be valued higher. D. Building workmanship should be treasured. 主题语境02 人与社会-社会服务与人际沟通 （25-26高一上·福建厦门第十中学·期中）During evenings spent with her crafting (手工艺) group, Kate Smith has produced a host of lovely pieces: hand-made bags, summer dresses, and even jewellery. But the thing she’s most proud of creating is a group of close friends that value each other’s company. The four members of the group, Smith, Ratnett, Jenny and Clark, whose children were of the similar ages, first met at the school gate in the village of Marshfield. Later Smith ran a shop called Makery, selling craft materials and running in-store workshops. When the four got chatting, it turned out that they all showed interest in crafting and had all popped into the shop at one time or another. From then on, they have been meeting regularly to get crafty, taking it in turns to host at home. During their craft nights, the group will either work on their own projects or deal with a craft task together. Everyone will bring something delicious to eat, always Clark’s famous homemade bread, sometimes chocolates or a bottle of prosecco. But although all four women love to get their craft on, the real highlight of the evening is the chance to catch up. “We’ll give each other a big hug when we see each other,” says Smith. “Sometimes we’ll have a lot going on at home, but at our crafting evenings we can just let it all out. We don’t have to pretend everything is all right. I get a huge sense of comfort from asking their opinions on things, and we love sharing and learning new skills together. It’s a safe space filled with lovely people, and just really therapeutic (治愈的).” With Clark due to move back to her native New Zealand in November, the group plans to meet as regularly as they can in the run-up, and continue their meetings via video call once she’s overseas. As Christmas approaches, they’re also planning to keep up their crafting traditions. 1.What does Smith take greatest pride in about her crafting group? A. The creation of beautiful craftwork. B. The chance to improve crafting skills. C. The close relationship among friends. D. The lifelong company of the members. 2.What brought the four members together in Makery? A. Their children of similar ages. B. Their shared interest in crafting. C. Their common habit in shopping. D. Their idea of running workshops. 3.What is the best part of the crafting evenings? A. Supporting each other. B. Enjoying delicious food. C. Improving new art skills. D. Working on their project. 4.Which of the following is the group’s future plan? A. They will move together soon. B. They will meet every Christmas. C. They will travel to New Zealand. D. They will keep their traditions alive. 主题语境03 人与社会-科学与技术 Passage 1 （25-26高一上·浙江杭州西湖区绿城育华·期中）Sixteen miles off the coast of northern Scotland, the future of green energy is taking shape. The five giant turbines (涡轮机) of the Hywind Scotland wind farm look much like any other off-shore wind project, except one major difference — they’re floating. While traditional offshore turbines sit on metal and concrete towers fixed into the seabed, Hywind’s turbines rest on floating frames that move up and down with the waves. It proves to be an important development as the world struggles to meet the net zero carbon emission (排放) targets set in the Paris Agreement on Climate Change. To cut those emissions, green electricity will need to be at the main source of global energy, according to the International Energy Agency. It says that by 2040, half of the world’s energy needs will have to be met by electricity produced in a net zero way. Projects like Hywind’s floating wind farm offer a picture of what the future could look like. The reasons for this can be listed as follows. Firstly, unlike fixed units, floating turbines can operate in deep waters far from the shoreline, where winds tend to be stronger. Secondly, it can serve offshore areas that are too deep for bottom-fixed turbines. “In places like Korea, Japan and California, you can only manage a certain amount of offshore wind, or maybe even none at all, so floating turbines are the only option in the longer term,” explains Henrik Steisdal, a Danish inventor at the forefront of floating wind innovation. While floating turbines overcome some of the problems that make offshore wind farms in deep waters impossible, there are still challenges that have to be overcome. There are some concerns about what effect floating wind turbines might have on the sea environment. The price of floating wind projects is also still high — almost twice as much as that of the bottom-fixed offshore ones. Another problem is how to avoid the risk of a system breakdown when the wind is blowing too hard. 1.What do the Hywind’s turbines and the traditional turbines have in common? A. They are fixed. B. They use wind. C. They are floating. D. They use waves. 2.What’s NOT the reason for building floating turbines? A. It offers a picture of the future. B. Winds are stronger in deep waters. C. It helps meet the net zero carbon emission targets. D. It is difficult to fix turbines in deep offshore areas. 3.What will possibly be talked about in the following paragraph? A. Solutions to the problems. B. Functions of the wind power. C. Advantages of the floating project. D. Opinions on the floating turbines. 4.Which of the following is a suitable title for the text? A. Wind Projects — a Greener World B. Wind Projects — a Practical Solution C. Floating Turbines — a Choice for the Future D. Floating Turbines — a More Efficient World Passage 2 （25-26高一上·福建厦门第十中学·期中）Among the around 40 million adults in the U.S. who have hearing loss, most don’t use hearing aids. This means they may be missing out on more than just good hearing. Age-related hearing loss — if not dealt with — can take its toll when it comes to physical and mental health, speeding up memory loss, for example. Dr. Janet Choi, a doctor with Keck Medicine of USC, wanted to evaluate (评估) whether getting hearing back with hearing aids may increase the chances of living longer. Choi and her team tracked the health condition of nearly 1,900 adults who had been shown to have hearing loss during screenings. The people who were surveyed completed questionnaires (问卷调查) about their use of hearing aids. “The group of patients who were using hearing aids regularly (定期地) had a 24 percent lower risk of mortality (死亡率) compared to the group who never use hearing aids,” Choi says. “We were surprised! We have found that not dealing with hearing loss can hurt our health. But we did not expect such a big difference in death risk.” But the findings do not prove that hearing aids lead to longer life directly. It could be true that people who often use hearing aids are more likely to avoid loneliness and stay more active, which could explain why they live longer. However, Choi says it’s surprising how few people with hearing loss wear hearing aids regularly — just 12 percent, according to her study. She adds another surprising finding is that the people in the study, who had hearing aids but didn’t use them regularly, were as likely to die early as those who never used them. So, if you have hearing aids sitting in the back of a drawer, not being used, Choi says, try them again. 1.What does the underlined part “take its toll” in paragraph 1 mean? A. Cause great damage. B. Make little progress. C. Solve the difficult problem. D. Play an active role. 2.Why did Choi and her team do the research about using hearing aids? A. To prove that using hearing aids can improve memory. B. To collect data for a research organization. C. To find out the relationship between using hearing aids and a longer life. D. To find out ways to get out of loneliness. 3.What did Choi find surprising about the people with hearing loss? A. Many are young people. B. Many suffer from loneliness. C. Many seldom use hearing aids. D. Many have memory problems. 4.What can we infer from the passage? A. People who don’t use hearing aids are healthier. B. Hearing aids are the only reason why people live longer. C. People who use hearing aids are more likely to be alone. D. Using hearing aids might have positive effects on people’s health. Passage 3 （25-26高一上·河北保定河北定州中学-12月·期中）When it comes to lowering blood pressure, studies have typically shown that aerobic (有氧的) exercises are best. Recent research suggests another type of physical activity is worth including as an effective tool to prevent and treat high blood pressure. Exercises that engage muscles without movement, such as wall squats and planks, may be best for lowering blood pressure, according to a large study published in July, 2023 in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. This type of training is known as isometric exercise, according to the Mayo Clinic. Isometric muscle action happens when muscles contract but do not visibly change length, and the joints involved don’t move, facilitating stability of the body. Isometric exercises can be done with weights or without, just relying on the body’s own weight. “These findings provide a comprehensive data-driven framework to support the development of new exercise guideline recommendations for the prevention and treatment of high blood pressure,” said study coauthor Dr. Jamie O’Driscoll in a news release. The researchers looked into randomized controlled trials that had reported the effects of exercise interventions, lasting two or more weeks, on blood pressure between 1990 and February 2023. From a review of 270 trials with 15,827 participants, the researchers found that among HIIT (high intensity interval training), isometric exercise, aerobic exercise, dynamic resistance training and a combination of the latter two, isometric exercise led to the greatest reductions in blood pressure. It’s also important to note that there are other lifestyle changes as well as exercise that can benefit your blood pressure. These include keeping to a healthy weight, eating a balanced diet, cutting down on salt, not drinking too much alcohol and ensuring that you continue to take any prescribed medication. More research is needed to determine exactly why isometric exercises might be better for lowering blood pressure than other types of training, the authors said. 1.What does the underlined part “isometric exercise” in paragraph 3 refer to? A. Exercise that is done with extra weights. B. Exercise that involves visible muscle contraction. C. Exercise that focuses on stability of the body. D. Exercise that engages muscles without movement. 2.How did the researchers carry out the study? A. By providing statistics. B. By interviewing experts. C. By doing experiments. D. By making comparisons. 3.What does the author suggest the future studies about isometric exercise focus on? A. Exploring the reasons for its effectiveness. B. Demonstrating its influences on mental health. C. Assessing its suitability for different populations. D. Determining its long-term impacts on blood pressure. 4.What is the text mainly about? A. The benefits of aerobic exercises. B. The best exercise for blood pressure. C. The effects of various types of exercises. D. The importance of keeping a healthy lifestyle. 主题语境04 人与自我-做人与做事 （25-26高一上·福建漳州第一中学-11月·期中）The Haenyeo are women from Jeju Island, South Korea. For centuries, they have made their living by diving (潜水) into the sea to harvest seafood like sea urchins and shellfish. Unlike other fishermen, they do not use oxygen (O₂) tanks or modern devices (设备). Instead, they depend only on their lungs (肺), holding their breath for each dive. Chris McKnight, an expert at the University of St. Andrews, said studying the Haenyeo is “as close as you get to studying a mermaid”. He and his team worked with seven divers, recording 1,786 dives. Special devices measured how long the women stayed underwater, how deep they went, and how much oxygen remained in their bodies. The results were surprising. The women spent more time underwater than any other people ever studied — from one to five hours each day. Unlike other animals that usually show lower heart rates and oxygen levels while diving, the Haenyeo had faster heartbeats and little drop in oxygen. This may be because their dives were frequent but shallow, usually 3 to 15 feet deep, lasting about 11 seconds each. What made their achievements even more amazing was their age: most Haenyeo were around 70 years old. This showed excellent health and strength. Researchers also found that these women could better control blood pressure and stand cold water. Study co-author Melissa Ilardo believed the Haenyeo may also be able to put up with high levels of carbon dioxide (CO2), which usually makes people feel anxious. “The Haenyeo’s ability to spend so much time underwater is not only a scientific wonder but also a cultural treasure. Their story shows how human tradition and biology can work together to create amazing skills,” said McKnight. 1.How are the Haenyeo different from other fishermen? A. They use modern devices to fish. B. They dive without any breathing devices. C. They are all well-trained swimmers. D. They make a living by collecting seafood. 2.What does the study find about the Haenyeo’s time underwater? A. It’s longer than that of other humans studied. B. It affects their health condition. C. It often lasts for about 11 minutes each dive. D. It’s usually over five hours daily. 3.What does McKnight want to say in the last paragraph? A. The new research is a cultural treasure. B. Scientific training sounds more important. C. Human culture can shape physical abilities. D. People are naturally able to live near the sea. 4.Which is the most suitable title for the text? A. Unbelievable Women Divers of Jeju. B. The Secret to Practicing Diving Alone. C. A Surprising Discovery About the Sea. D. The Haenyeo’s Thought of Modern Life. 主题语境05 人与自我-生活与学习 Passage 1 （25-26高一上·江西南昌第二中学·期中）A sedentary (久坐的) lifestyle eventually does harm to health but breaking out of long inactivity can be discouraging. Now, however, there may be a simple way to ease into more activity. A recent study suggests that short bouts (一阵) of intense (高强度的) activity every day — climbing stairs, carrying a heavy load of things, or stepping up the pace of housework — can provide great health benefits. “It’s quite simple, but it’s not an idea that’s out there,” says University of Sydney exercise scientist Emmanuel Stamatakis who led the research. “Many people, including many health professionals, still think of physical activity as something that you do during your free time, and you need to go somewhere to do it.” Stamatakis and his colleagues, on the other hand, wanted to understand if daily life activities done somewhat vigorously in short bouts could also provide health benefits compared to a sedentary or less active lifestyle. To study this, his team used data from nearly 25,000 adults who were non-exercisers. Without these data, it was almost impossible to continue the study. Over the course of seven days, they used machine learning tools to determine whether a person was either sedentary, standing, walking, or doing intense activities like running during repeated 10-second windows. The researchers also divided any movement into light, middle, or high intensity. Then, for the next seven years, they recorded which study participants died and what caused the death. The team found that people who did at least four one-to-two-minute high intensity physical activities every day had a nearly 40 percent less risk of dying from cancer and a roughly 49 percent over chance of dying from a cardiovascular (心血管的) disease. More bouts of such strong activity meant greater protection from death risks, Stamatakis says, “The more, the better.” 1.What did the recent study find? A. An inactive lifestyle is harmful but hard to change B. Daily short but intense activities do good to health. C. Doing daily housework is also a kind of exercise D. More physical exercises can make you more active. 2.What does the underlined word “vigorously” most probably mean? A. Continuously. B. Energetically. C. Regularly. D. Creatively. 3.Which of the following is mentioned in paragraph 5? A. Research purposes. B. Research limitations. C. Research methods. D. Research findings. 4.What would Stamatakis suggest? A. Carrying out more short bouts of intense activity. B. Avoiding movement of light intensity. C. Doing only 8 minutes intense activity every day. D. Going to exercise at fixed time and place. Passage 2 （25-26高一上·辽宁锦州省重点中学·期中）Like many people, I’m always trying to balance tough work deadlines, cleaning the house, and the endless messages on my phone. Last month, I felt really tired all the time. When I went for a regular (常规的) health check, I found out my blood pressure was getting too high. The doctor suggested that I take a few days off to go on a vacation. Modern life is often busy, which makes many people feel stressed (有压力的). Studies show that stress is a common problem around the world. The World Health Organization says it affects millions of people everywhere. Planning a trip can be a good way to relax and feel better. Dr. Jane Smith, a psychologist from Cornell University, says, “You don’t need to travel far or stay away for long. What’s important is to step away from your routine (日常事务) and take a break. Visiting new places and trying new things can make you happy and excited.” Dr. Smith and her team carried out a study involving over 400 participants (参与者) who took short vacations. They assessed the participants’ energy levels both before and after their trips through detailed questionnaires (调查表). The results showed that 94% of the participants reported feeling more energetic after their vacations. This suggests that taking time off, even for short periods, can greatly improve one’s focus and creativity upon returning to work. “Taking a trip is important, no matter how busy life gets. It’s good for your mind and body,” Dr. Smith says. 1.What does the author want to show by telling his story? A. People seldom see a doctor. B. People get tired after a trip. C. People hardly go on a vacation. D. People suffer stress from their busy life. 2.What is important for a trip according to Dr. Smith? A. Finding a quiet city. B. Choosing a faraway place. C. Staying away for a long time. D. Stopping regular activities for a while. 3.What were participants asked to do during the study? A. Answer questions. B. Record their daily life. C. Pick their travelling places. D. Visit the hospital for checks regularly. 4.What can be a suitable title for the text? A. Modern Life Is Stressful B. What You Should Do During a Trip C. Mind and Body Can Be Freed by a Trip D. How People Balance Life and Work Passage 3 （25-26高一上·河北保定·期中）Art and science may seem totally different. Some people believe that art is about creative ideas, while science means cold data (数据). However, they actually have a lot in common. A study even showed that art can help students better remember what they’ve learned in science class. Mariale Hardiman, an education specialist at Johns Hopkins University, found that students using art in class listened more carefully, asked more questions, and volunteered more ideas. To prove this, Hardiman teamed up with some researchers and six local schools. In the experiment (实验), the researchers worked with teachers in 16 fifth-grade classrooms. They provided both traditional and art-centered science lessons. In art-centered classes, students might sing the information instead of just reading it. The team divided 350 students into two groups. One group started with traditional science classes, while the other began with art-centered ones. About three weeks later, the students switched (对调). This way, each student experienced both teaching methods. Every unit was taught in both ways to different groups. This helped researchers compare how students performed in each type of class. The results showed that students who started off in traditional classes did better after moving to art-centered ones. Those who started with art-centered classes continued to do well even when they went back to traditional classes. These students seemed to use the art skills they’d learned. Teachers also reported that many students kept singing the songs they learned after finishing the unit. Hardiman said, “The more we hear something, the more we remember it. Art might help students find creative ways to learn on their own.” 1.What is a common belief about art and science? A. They can lift our spirits. B. They share a lot in common. C. They are like opposite things. D. They teach us to be reasonable. 2.What were the students asked to do in the experiment? A. Lead group discussions. B. Attend two kinds of classes. C. Give a speech in the lab. D. Pick their favourite teachers. 3.What does paragraph 4 mainly tell us about the experiment? A. Its process. B. Its change. C. Its importance. D. Its advantage. 4.How do the students probably benefit from art according to Hardiman? A. Learn about teamwork. B. Forget terrible memories. C. Improve language skills. D. Develop creative learning. Passage 4 （25-26高一上·河北保定·期中）In today’s busy world, lots of people often miss meals. Sometimes they do this on purpose. However, a new study shows that not having three regular meals a day might have a serious downside. This study surveyed 24,000 people. About three in ten of them usually ate two meals a day. The findings showed that younger people, and those with less education were more likely to miss meals. People who missed meals were also more likely to smoke more, drink more, eat less healthy food, snack more, and take in less energy overall. Compared to those who ate three meals regularly a day, participants (参与者) who ate one meal daily had a 30% higher risk of all-cause death and an 83% higher risk of cardiovascular (心血管的) disease (CVD) death. Those who ate two meals a day faced a 7% increased risk of all-cause death and a 10% higher risk of CVD death. Specifically, missing breakfast resulted in a 40% higher CVD death rate compared to those who didn’t. Missing lunch led to a 12% higher all-cause death risk, and not eating dinner brought a 16% higher risk. Interestingly, even people who ate all three meals but had them too close together faced risks. Eating two meals within 4.5 hours was also connected with a higher risk of death from all causes. While some think that intermittent (间歇的) fasting is good for us, the researchers hold that regular meals are important for the body to work well and stay healthy. 1.What does the new study find about missing meals? A. It is harmful to our health. B. It is a way to lose weight. C. It hardly attracts students. D. It saves people much time. 2.Which is the percentage of the participants eating two meals a day? A. 12%. B. About 30%. C. 40%. D. About 80%. 3.How does the author present the result of the study? A. By following time order. B. By describing goals. C. By explaining an idea. D. By listing numbers. 4.Which statement do the researchers probably agree with? A. Intermittent fasting works for all. B. Having dinner late sounds practical. C. Three well-timed meals matter to us. D. We can eat two meals close together. Passage 5 （25-26高一上·福建莆田第二中学·期中）Robots have learned to drive on Mars, carry out brain operation and defeat master chess players. But when it comes to baking, making tasty desserts is far from a piece of cake. After many failed attempts, US researchers have successfully 3D printed a cherry cheesecake, although the outcome is unlikely to trouble the world’s dessert masters. In the latest experiment, researchers tried various cheesecake designs. In early attempts, which involved simply adding ingredients one by one, the team found that the cake quickly turned into a mixture. Through trial and error, they discovered that a more architectural solution was needed. Walls of biscuit base were required throughout the cake to hold the softer ingredients, while triangular (三角的) biscuit supports on the inside were necessary to keep the cake from falling apart. “To print the cake successfully, we need to put the ingredients together in a careful way,” said the team leader Cooper. Although much work is still needed to collect data and improve the designs, scientists are hopeful that once mastered, 3D printing could replace traditional cooking, allowing food to be adapted to different nutritional(营养)needs. “We have a huge problem with the low nutrition of processed foods,” said Cooper. “3D food printing will still produce processed foods, but perhaps the silver lining will be, for some people, a better control of nutrition based on personalized needs.” The team said 3D printing could also allow chefs to create entirely new food experiences, with flavours and textures (质地) placed very precisely. “It is particularly practical for the plant-based meat market, where texture and flavour need to be carefully designed to taste like real meats,” said Cooper. And, with more concern about food safety, food prepared with less human handling could lower the risk of food-related illness and the spread of disease. According to Cooper, this seems like a win-win solution for all of us. 1.Why does the author mention robots in paragraph 1? A. To show the disadvantages of 3D printing. B. To introduce the popularity of using robots. C. To stress the difficulty of 3D printing desserts. D. To explain the function of robots in different areas. 2.What is the key to the success of the 3D printed cheesecake? A. The thickness of biscuit walls. B. The flexibility of inside support. C. The unique taste of ingredients. D. The structural design of the cake. 3.What do the underlined words “the silver lining” in paragraph 3 mean? A. The side effect. B. The main reason. C. The positive aspect. D. The best solution. 4.What is the last paragraph mainly about concerning 3D printed food? A. Promising markets. B. Additional benefits. C. Practical concerns. D. Technical challenges. Passage 6 （25-26高一上·福建漳州第一中学-11月·期中）On social media, reading has taken on new styles. Many readers now create colorful and detailed notes, known as marginalia (书页批注). These marks sometimes cover entire pages and may even match the color of a book’s cover. While some see this trend (趋势) as creative and personal, others question whether writing in books is a bad habit or a useful practice. Yet marginalia are hardly a modern invention. From Leonardo da Vinci to modern writers, generations of readers have long left their thoughts in the margins. Such notes often provide valuable insights for later readers and occasionally reshape the understanding of the text. In recent years, bestselling novelist Ann Patchett released a special edition with notes of her novel Tom Lake to raise money for bookstores, showing how marginalia can generate cultural and financial value. Scientists have also examined the phenomenon scientifically. A study in Frontiers in Psychology recorded brain activity and found that writing by hand uses more parts of the brain than typing. This suggests that the physical act of writing, including marginalia, deepens memory and comprehension. Maryanne Wolf at UCLA further argued that making notes enables readers to go beyond the author’s ideas and discover their own understanding. In education, marginalia also plays a role. Turkish professor Demet Yayli observed that taking notes encourages deep reading, helps students clearly express their views, and strengthens their learner autonomy. With greater autonomy, students are able to make decisions in learning and take responsibility for their progress, rather than wait for directions. Although note styles may appear unusual — underlining every line of a favorite character or marking romantic passages — experts agree that as long as the practice aids comprehension, any style is acceptable. Writing in the margins, far from being harmful, can personalize texts and enrich intellectual engagement. 1.According to the first paragraph, why has marginalia caused debate? A. It changes the appearance of the book. B. Its true value is doubted. C. Readers enjoy colorful notes. D. Books should follow trends. 2.Why was Leonardo da Vinci mentioned in paragraph 2? A. To explain marginalia is a bad habit. B. To say marginalia is not something new. C. To show marginalia can create cultural value. D. To prove books with marginalia tend to be expensive. 3.How did scientists examine the effects of handwriting? A. By comparing writing topics. B. By collecting memory test scores. C. By tracking brain activity. D. By recalling the author’s ideas. 4.What does the underlined word “autonomy” in paragraph 4 most probably mean? A. Importance. B. Curiosity. C. Creativity. D. Independence. Passage 7 （25-26高一上·湖北襄阳第四中学·期中）A recent study from the University of California San Diego reveals that young children between the ages of 3 and 5 can improve their musical abilities, especially in understanding musical pitches (音高), when learning Mandarin, compared to those who speak English. This research challenges the idea that our mental abilities are entirely separate from each other. It suggests that the skills children learn in one area can influence their learning in another. This raises questions about how our mental abilities relate to each other. The study involved two experiments with similar groups of Mandarin and English learners, totaling 180 children. They were tested on tasks related to pitch (high or low notes) and timbre (音色) (the quality of sound). Both groups performed similarly on the task related to timbre. However, Mandarin speakers performed better than English speakers on tasks related to pitch. Mandarin is a tonal language, which means the tone (音调) used when saying a word can change its meaning, not just add emphasis. For example, the Mandarin word “ma” can mean “mother,” “horse,” “hem (麻),” or “scold,” depending on how it’s spoken. This focus on pitch helps young Mandarin speakers understand musical pitches better. Since both language and music involve changes in pitch, the study aimed to find out if understanding pitch in language is different from understanding it in music. The results suggest that experience with understanding musical pitches can also help in understanding language pitches, and vice versa (反之亦然). While learning Mandarin might offer an advantage due to its tonal nature, it’s important to note that the study doesn’t suggest replacing music lessons with language lessons or the other way around. Learning another language has many benefits, and music education remains important for musical skills. In summary, this is an extremely valuable research, highlighting the connections between cognitive (认知的) skills and emphasizing the value of exposing children to different languages and providing them with musical education for their overall development. 1.What is the purpose of paragraph 1? A. To offer the research result to be discussed. B. To introduce the concept of musical pitches. C. To present the University of California San Diego. D. To share a fact about children’s language development. 2.What is the challenged idea according to paragraph 2? A. The benefits of musical education. B. The difficulty of learning Mandarin. C. The separation of children’s skills. D. The importance of speaking English. 3.What is the advantage of learning Mandarin according to the study? A. Making music lessons no longer needed. B. Telling high and low musical notes apart better. C. Telling the difference in sound quality more easily. D. Improving children’s ability to learn other languages. 4.What is the author’s attitude towards this study? A. Critical B. Supportive C. Doubtful. D. Unclear 主题语境06 人与自然-自然生态 （25-26高一上·福建莆田第一中学·期中）It might surprise you to learn that dogs are playing an increasingly important role as conservationists. For centuries, they have been known as man’s best friends. Now, their unique abilities are being used to help protect some of the world’s most threatened species. Quick and loyal, dogs possess many qualities that make them ideal for fieldwork, but it’s their extraordinary sense of smell that makes them invaluable for conservation work. With around 220 million olfactory receptors(嗅觉受体)compared to just 5 million in humans, dogs can detect scents(气味)and analyze them with astonishing accuracy, devoting 40 times more of their brain to scent analysis than we do. Thanks to this incredible ability, some dogs are now being trained to save at-risk animals by sniffing(嗅)out their droppings. At the University of Washington’s Conservation Canines facility, 20 specially trained dogs have successfully tracked killer whale droppings, which only float briefly on the ocean’s surface. Analyzing these samples enables scientists to monitor the health of killer whale populations, which are under significant stress from food shortages, pollution, and boat traffic. Beyond tracking animal droppings, conservation dogs are also trained for live animal detection, further showcasing their abilities. They can locate rare species in their natural habitats. Additionally, they are now used to tackle the non-native species that threaten the survival of the local wildlife. Dogs also take on other important roles. For example, at Kenya’s Mombasa port, dogs sniff out illegal wildlife products such as rhino horns and ivory. Across Africa, they work on the frontlines against illegal hunting, serving as a powerful security force enhancer. While dogs may not be the ultimate solution to every conservation challenge, their incomparable abilities make them invaluable companions in the fight to protect our planet’s biodiversity. 1.Why are the figures mentioned in the second paragraph? A. To highlight the superiority of dogs’ sense of smell. B. To suggest the amazing accuracy of dogs’ analysis. C. To recognize the importance of conservation work. D. To show dogs’ impressive achievements in fieldwork. 2.How do dogs help protect killer whales? A. By tracking their movements. B. By detecting their droppings. C. By monitoring their populations. D. By analyzing the collected samples. 3.What can we learn from the example given in Paragraph 4? A. Wildlife products are popular in African countries. B. Non-native species affect the survival of local wildlife. C. Dogs are used to detect and prevent illegal wildlife trade. D. Dogs can accurately locate the natural habitats of rare species. 4.What is the author’s purpose in writing the text? A. To appeal to people to protect biodiversity. B. To report various environmental challenges. C. To introduce dogs’ roles in conservation efforts. D. To prove the conventional claim of dogs’ qualities. 主题语境01 人与社会-历史、社会与文化 Passage 1 （25-26高一上·江西莲花中学·期中）Have you felt annoyed when a cellphone rings during the class? Something must be done to stop this. Now in New York City, USA, a rule is carried out in schools. Students can’ t even bring cellphones to school. Is it a good thing or not? Anxious parents say that cellphones are an important tool in holding New York city’s families together. “I worry about it,” said Elizabeth Lorris Ritter, a mother of a middle school kid. It’s necessary in our everyday life. We have a washing machine. We have running water, and We have cellphones.” Many American parents think cellphones connect them to their children on buses, getting out from subways, walking through unknown places. “I have her call me when she gets out of school,” said Lindsay Walt, a schoolgirl’s mother. “No one in New York is going to let their child go to school without a cellphone” What about the cellphone owners, the students? Most of the students said cellphones were essential and the cellphone was like all extra (额外的) hand or foot for them. “I feel so empty,” said May Chom, “There is also no way to listen to music on the way to school without my phone. It will be a really, really boring trip.” 1.Students often use a cellphone ______ according to the passage. A. to enjoy listening to music B. to make phone calls to their teachers C. to work as running water D. to work as a washing machine 2.Which of the following statements is TRUE? A. Many American parents don’t think cellphones are necessary for the students. B. Cellphones only bring troubles to the school life. C. Cellphones connect children with their families when they are outside. D. Cellphones can help students learn better. 3.What does the underlined word “essential” mean in Chinese? A. 时髦的 B. 必要的 C. 多余的 D. 昂贵的 4.This article is about the ______ in carrying out the rule—not to use a cellphone in school. A. happiness B. interest C. problem D. expense (费用) Passage 2 （25-26高一·福建福州八中期中）Nowadays, handwriting seems to become less necessary, for young children learn to tap and touch screens before they have even learned to pick up a pencil or tie their shoelaces. Most of our written communication is done through texting on mobile phones or typing on a keyboard. And voice recognition software is becoming more and more advanced — making even keyboard unnecessary! So, are handwriting skills important to your child? Actually, handwriting is an exercise in eye-hand coordination (手眼协调), an important part of visual-motor (视觉运动) skills, which are connected with achievements in study. Scientists found that developing fine visual-motor skills in early childhood can lead to not only writing success, but better performance in reading and math in elementary school. It was also found that kids who fail to write neatly and efficiently are often accused of being lazy, and this may affect their behavior and self-worth. Moreover, a study showed that when a group of children were asked to come up with ideas for an article, the ones with better handwriting were more active and had quicker minds. In some ways, handwriting helps their brains’ development. The first attempts at writing can be challenging for pre-school children — whose fine motor skills are not yet fully developed. But some skills to prepare for handwriting are simple to build at home and in preschool. Parents should provide lots of opportunities for kids to copy and draw shapes and simple pictures in early childhood before letters are introduced. Let your child copy your shapes in sand, or with chalk on a board before trying to draw the shapes on their own. Encourage your child to spend less time on electronic devices and more time on activities to improve eye-hand coordination. Let’s face it — technology is certain to continue developing and more research is needed to find the best ways to teach handwriting to young children. But, there’s plenty of evidence that the handwriting practice can provide young children with a good start in developing skills needed for a healthy and successful journey in school. 1.According to Paragraph 1, handwriting is ______ . A. easy to learn on a touch screen. B. used less for communication now. C. more difficult than typewriting. D. totally replaced by voice recognition. 2.How does the author explain the benefits of handwriting? A. By showing some research findings. B. By giving examples of the kids around him. C. By giving some news reports on handwriting. D. By providing evidence about outstanding pupils. 3.What does the author suggest parents do? A. Keep young children away from electronic devices. B. Teach pre-school children to write letters with chalk. C. Help children get ready for handwriting before school. D. Encourage children to face writing challenges bravely. 4.What can be the best title for the text? A. How can pre-school children learn handwriting skills? B. Should handwriting be taken seriously in children’s growth? C. How can handwriting affect children’s self-confidence? D. Should homework be done through handwriting or typewriting? 主题语境02 人与社会-社会服务与人际沟通 Passage 1 （25-26高一上·江西南昌第二中学·期中）Two British teachers have broken the world record for the longest journey in a tuk-tuk after pulling their broken vehicle for 43 miles. Richard Sears and Nick Gough traveled 42,120 kilometers around the world and passed through over 35 countries. They did this to support the grass roots education projects in Africa, Asia and South America. The pair, who set off from London, thought their journey was over when the vehicle started to fail. When the tuk-tuk broke, they were only 70 kilometers away from their destination. They decided to pull it the rest of the way. The tuk-tuk, which weighs 800 kilograms, was pulled in turn by Richard and Nick over three days. On arrival in Chepén, Peru, they discovered a repairman who specialized in tuk-tuks and managed to fix it. The pair were back on the road aiming for their next goal. Along their journey they had to tackle deserts and jungles. They also survived close encounters with elephants in Uganda and Botswana and an accident in Malaysia. The greatest hardship on the tuk-tuk was the mountain ranges lying in their path, including the Alps, the Himalayas and the Andes. Nick and Richard uncovered some inspirational projects across Africa, Asia and South America. They witnessed first-hand the educational challenges facing these areas today. They joined street children in the slums of Cairo, Khartoum, Kampala, Mumbai and Phnom Penh. They visited Congolese refugees (难民) in camps in Eastern Burundi. The pair established The Tuk Tuk Educational Trust, a U.K. registered charity. Talking about their motivation, Richard said, “The world’s leaders have made a commitment to achieve universal primary education but, in spite of this promise, over 57 million primary-aged children worldwide are still out of school; many more are in school, but still cannot access quality learning opportunities.” 1.Why did the two teachers travel around the world? A. To give support to education projects. B. To create a new record in a journey. C. To find like-minded teachers to work with. D. To explore landscapes of different countries. 2.What is the third paragraph mainly about? A. Their achievements in fighting poverty. B. Their exciting experiences on the road. C. The beautiful scenery of famous mountains. D. The difficulties and dangers of the journey. 3.Which of the following best describes the two teachers? A. Curious and brave. B. Humorous and generous. C. Responsible and courageous. D. Efficient and honest. 4.What can we infer from Richard’s words in the last paragraph? A. Students in developing countries need to be further educated. B. The world’s leaders don’t pay enough attention to education. C. People should work together to promote equality in education. D. Universal primary education remains a long way to go. Passage 2 （25-26高一上·江西景德镇-11月·期中）Most people live with “just-me-ism”. For example, you might leave the tap running while brushing teeth, keep a light on when going out, or drop litter without picking it up. You know these actions are wrong, yet you tell yourself, “What difference does it make? The world has millions of people, and I’m just one. Does leaving a tap running, a light on, or a piece of litter really matter? Besides, no one will know.” But imagine millions of people having the same mindset: millions of gallons of water would be wasted, millions of lights left on, and millions of litter pieces scattered. All this would cause great harm to our world. To encourage young people to act for the environment, animals, and their communities, Roots& Shoots was founded. Established in the early 1990s by Dr. Jane Goodall — a world-famous scientist and expert on wild chimpanzees — this organization is more than just a group. Beyond her research, Dr. Goodall has devoted herself fully to environmental protection. The core purpose of Roots & Shoots is to educate young people, ranging from preschoolers to university students, equipping them to help build a secure future where humans live in peace with nature. The name “Roots & Shoots” carries deep meaning: roots grow slowly underground to form a solid foundation, while shoots, though small and weak, can break through brick walls to reach sunlight. These roots and shoots represent you, your friends, and young people worldwide. Countless such “roots and shoots” can solve global problems, change the world, and turn it into a better place to live. Now the choice is yours: Will you use your life to make the world better for people, animals, and the environment? Will you help plant Roots & Shoots in everyone’s heart? Will you join the community for a shared future? You cannot be absent. 1.Who would most probably be called a just-me-ist based on the text? A. Lily who brings shopping bags while going to the supermarket. B. Amy who chooses the easiest tasks and never helps her teammates. C. Marshall who always argues and even has fights with his classmates. D. Mike who throws plastic bottles in the forest without taking them away. 2.What is the primary goal of Roots & Shoots? A. To advocate a ban on environmental protection. B. To inspire young people to study chimpanzees. C. To call on everyone to take care of those they love. D. To encourage the youth to live in harmony with nature. 3.What can we learn from Roots & Shoots? A. Early birds catch the worms. B. Many hands make light work. C. A friend in need is a friend indeed. D. All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. 4.The organization is named “Roots & Shoots” because ________. A. roots and shoots are small but powerful B. roots and shoots are easy to find in nature C. roots and shoots are Dr. Jane Goodall’s favorites D. roots and shoots are the most important parts of plants 主题语境03 人与社会-科学与技术 Passage 1 （25-26高一上·福建顺昌县第一中学·期中）Recently, videos of using AI to choose watermelons became very popular on social media, showing the technology can pick sweet fruit. As watermelon season comes, many people find buying a watermelon like opening a surprise box. Will it be a dud? To put AI to the test, a reporter from xxcb.cn visited a store in Changsha, Central China’s Hunan Province to conduct an experiment. The reporter took photos and numbered eight watermelons, which made it easy to tell them apart and compare them later, and then asked AI to choose the sweetest one. One AI software program admitted(承认)it couldn’t judge sweetness of the numbered watermelons. “Usually, methods to determine the sweetness of a watermelon include observing the appearance, weight, and sound of the watermelon. Tapping (拍) the watermelon can also be used to determine its sweetness.” the AI software explained. Another gave tips on what to look for in choosing a sweet watermelon. “Based on the shape of the watermelon, rounder watermelons usually show a more uniform internal structure, which may be a sign of higher sweetness. In the image, watermelons 1 and 8 look rounder and larger,suggesting higher sweetness. However, the final sweetness needs to be confirmed by taste,” the AI software said. Following the AI’s recommendation, the reporter decided to put these two to the test. After cutting open watermelons 1 and 8, both were red and juicy, but watermelon one was slightly sweeter. So, is using AI to pick fruit dependable? According to an AI expert, AI can provide helpful suggestions based on visual(视觉的) and base knowledge, but it’s not fully right. Although AI can be a useful tool for those unsure how to choose a melon, experienced people may still depend on traditional methods like tapping and smelling. Eventually, the decision on which watermelon to choose may still come down to personal preference and practical experience. 1.What does the underlined word “dud” in paragraph 1 mean? A. Something small. B. Something expensive. C. Something tasteless. D. Something seasonal. 2.Why did the first AI admit its inability? A. It didn’t get clear melon photos. B. It needed to collect more information. C. It hadn’t answered similar questions. D. It considered the shape unimportant. 3.How did the second AI differ from the first one? A. It found out sweetness by sound. B. It showed three methods to choose. C. It offered weight-based tips. D. It connected sweetness to sizes. 4.What is the author’s attitude toward AI picking melons? A. Objective. B. Negative. C. Worried. D. Unclear. Passage 2 （25-26高一上·江西南昌第二中学·期中）If the sound of a baby crying gets you red in the face, you’re not just imagining things. A new study has found that a baby’s cries — particularly those that signal pain — really do cause a hot redness in adults’ faces, perhaps as a way of launching us into action. Without language, crying is a baby’s best shot at getting the help they need from their caregivers. But not every cry is the same. Cries that come from serious pain are much more disordered than the cries of low-level discomfort. Scientists call these “nonlinear phenomena” or NLPs. Caregivers can usually differentiate between cries of ordinary discomfort and those NLPs, but it’s unclear exactly how our bodies arrive at this higher-order conclusion. A team led by Dr. Laurent Moreau from Jean Monnet University wanted to know how these sounds affect adults’ nervous systems and the bodily effects they cause. They tested the reactions of 41 participants(21 men, 20 women, aged 35 years old on average)to the sounds of babies crying. These adults listened to a selection of 23 audio (音频) tracks, recorded from 16 different babies while they were either experiencing the discomfort of a bath, or the pain of a vaccination shot (接种疫苗) at the doctor. As the participants listened, a heat camera tracked changes to their face temperature. An increase in heat from this part of the body is a response from the nervous system, which manages uncontrollable bodily functions such as heart rate and breathing. The results showed that a cry with a higher level of NLP caused a stronger redness response from listeners’ faces, suggesting that these messy sounds are much more effective at getting the attention of adults, on a bodily level, than cries with little or no NLP. “While our results sound interesting and new, this study remains rather basic and raises a number of questions about the methods used in the experiment.” Dr. Moreau notes. 1.Which of the following is an NLP in babies’ cries? A. Cries out of the pain of a dog bite. B. Cries out of boredom with toys. C. Cries from restlessness when held. D. Cries from unwillingness to drink milk. 2.Why did Dr. Moreau’s team conduct the research? A. To test if pain makes cries longer. B. To learn why adults can recognize cries. C. To see how cries affect the adults’ nerves. D. To compare men’s and women’s responses. 3.How was the research carried out? A. By observing babies’ discomfort behaviors. B. By having participants describe feelings. C. By measuring heart rate and recording breathing. D. By playing audios and tracking face temperature. 4.What may the study team focus on next? A. Studying more baby cries. B. Improving the study methods. C. Exploring adults’ nervous systems. D. Managing participants’ bodily functions. Passage 3 （25-26高一上·湖北利川第一中学·期中）You have two basic types of memory: short-term memory and long-term memory. Things you see or hear first enter your short-term memory. Very little of this information passes on into your long-term memory. Does this mean you have a bad memory? Not at all. Your short-term memory has a certain job. Its job is to store information for a few seconds only. Your short-term memory is at work when you look up a phone number, call the number, and then forget it. You remembered the number just long enough to use it. Then it disappeared from your memory. That’s really a good thing. Imagine if your memory held every number, every face, and every word you ever knew! However, some information is important to remember for a longer time. Then it must pass from short-term to long-term memory. Sometimes we tell ourselves to remember something. We might also practice it: “OK, don’t forget: 555-1212, 555-1212.” Usually, we don’t even think about it. Our brain makes the decision for us. It decides to store the information or let it go. The brain seems to make the decision by asking two questions: Does the information affect our emotions? That is, does it make us happy, sad, excited, or upset? Does the information concern something we already know, so our brain can store it with something already there? An answer of “Yes” means that the new information enters long-term memory. That means the brain creates new connections among brain cells. Information disappears when connections among brain cells become weak. They get weak if time passes and the connections are not used. That’s why it is good to read your lecture notes soon after the class. To keep the memory of something strong, think of it often. For example, look at those lecture notes the next day. Look at them the day after that, too. Every time you think about something, the connections in the brain get stronger. Then it is easier to remember the information when you need it. 1.When is your short-term memory at work? A. You read English words every morning. B. What you’ve learned is reviewed after class. C. The impression of a stranger soon disappears after you meet with him/ her. D. You look up an important phone number and repeat it again and again. 2.What information enters long-term memory according to the passage? A. Information affecting our emotions. B. Information creating brain cells. C. Information reaching you first. D. Information concerning something unfamiliar. 3.How can we keep the long-term memory of lecture notes strong? A. By looking at them after months. B. By referring to them regularly. C. By putting them away after class. D. By remembering them for a long time for only once. 4.Where is the passage probably taken from? A. A science fiction. B. A news story. C. A book review. D. A popular magazine. Passage 4 （25-26高一上·江西崇仁县第一中学-11月·期中）A recent study conducted by researchers at MIT has found that using AI tools like ChatGPT may hurt people’s ability to think, learn, and remember in the long term. The study focused on students who used large language models (LLMs) to help them write essays (文章). These students showed less brain activity, poorer memory, and lower engagement (参与) compared with those who did not use AI. The research team used Electroencephalogram scans (EEGs) to monitor the brain activity of 54 students in three groups when they were doing their writing tasks: one group used ChatGPT, one used Google, and the third used no external (外部的) help at all. Over a period of four months, the group that used ChatGPT performed worst in all areas — brain activity, language use, and scoring. The findings showed that students who depended on AI had trouble remembering or quoting from their own essays. They also felt less ownership of their work. On the other hand, students who wrote without any help produced more original content and had more active brains. Even when students stopped using AI and tried writing on their own, their brain activity remained low. Interestingly, those who started without AI and later used it showed an increase an brain activity, suggesting they were actively trying to combine the new tool with their own knowledge. The researchers also warned that while AI makes tasks easier, it may reduce people’s willingness to think critically. Many users simply accept the AI’s answers without questioning them. Teachers were able to identify AI-generated essays because they followed a similar structure and lacked creativity. Henry Shevlin, a researcher from Cambridge University, said that “Right now, there’s no proof (证据) that LLM usage caused lasting ‘brain damage’, but it suggests that AI could possibly form a kind of ‘laziness’”. He added, “We should be careful not to come to conclusions about whether AI is all good or all bad for learning. Some studies show positive results, while others show disadvantages. What really matters is how we choose to use the tool.” 1.Which group showed the lowest brain activity and poorest performance over four months? A. The group that used ChatGPT. B. The group that used Google. C. The group that worked in pairs. D. The group that used no external help. 2.Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the study’s findings? A. The study proved that using AI causes lasting damage to the brain. B. Teachers could not identify AI-generated essays and student-written ones. C. Students who went from writing alone to using AI showed a rise in brain activity. D. Brain activity immediately returned to high levels just after students stopped using AI. 3.What can we infer from Henry Shevlin words? A. All schools should immediately stop using AI tools. B. The effect of using AI depends greatly on how it is used. C. AI is always harmful in education, no matter how it is used. D. The study’s conclusions are perfect and need no further discussion. 4.What can be a suitable title for the text? A. AI May Weaken Learning Performances. B. How to Use ChatGPT for Essay Writing. C. The Rapid Development of AI Technology. D. Why Teachers Dislike AI-generated Essays. Passage 5 （25-26高一上·江西莲花中学·期中）What you do after studying could have a big impact on how well you learn and remember. Today on Education Tips, we will explore two no-cost ways that can help you improve your learning: wakeful rest and sleep. When many students finish studying, they often go straight to another activity. Perhaps they look at their phone or computer. They might even play a video game or watch television. But research suggests that resting after your study may help you remember what you have studied. The basic idea is this: by stopping your activity after the study, your brain gets a chance to rest. Resting is difficult when you are playing computer games. While this might sound unusual to you, many studies have explored the benefits of resting after learning — what is called “wakeful rest”. A 2019 study found that both young and older adults were able to better remember information they learned after doing wakeful rest. If you want to give “wakeful rest” a try, here are a few simple things to do. Rest quietly for five to ten minutes. Do not look at your phone, read stories or play games. It is really that easy! Besides wakeful rest, sleep is also important for learning. The Division of Sleep Medicine at Harvard Medical School (HMS) notes that sleep helps people to learn in two ways. A report on the school’s website explains that “a sleep-deprived person cannot focus attention well and therefore cannot learn well.” It also says, “Sleep itself helps us to memorize and that memorizing is very important for learning new information.” The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) suggests that adults between the ages of 20 and 64 get about between 6 and 7 hours of sleep per day. Teenagers may need a little bit more, and people over the age of 65 may need a little less. Try to get some “wakeful rest” after a study. Then try to get a good night’s sleep. That’s it — a simple, no-cost way to help you remember what you learn. 1.According to the research, shortly after studying students are recommended ______ A. To take a wakeful rest. B. To play a video game. C. To have a nice sleep at night. D. To read a newspaper. 2.How long should teenagers sleep each day according to NSF? A. Less than 6 hours. B. No more than 7 hours. C. Around 8 hours. D. Just 7 hours. 3.What’s paragraph 3 mainly about? A. The importance of sleep. B. The types of resting activities. C. The good ways to get a rest. D. The reason for having a rest. 4.What can be a suitable title for the text? A. Low-cost Tips on Working. B. Good Things to Do After Your Study. C. Why Do We Need to Have a Good Sleep? D. How Long Should We Rest After Learning? Passage 6 （25-26高一上·江西师范大学附属中学-11月·期中）At a summit in Paris in February, 2025, tech bosses issued the grandest claims about artificial intelligence. Dario Amodei, CEO, said it would lead to the “largest change to the global labor market in human history”. Jensen Huang, CEO of NVIDIA, envisioned a future where workers “are all going to be CEOs of AI agents”. Such predictions draw on an established thought. As large language models gained popularity in the early 2020s, economists and bosses were hopeful that AI would help promote equality, benefiting lower-skilled workers most. Despite such optimism about AI as an equalizer in labor market, more recent findings have cast doubt on this vision. They instead suggest a future where fly still higher, and the rest are left behind. Rather than narrowing gaps, AI is likely to widen workforce divides in the long term. For example, for air-traffic controllers, AI processes flight data while leaving decisions to humans, thus keeping salaries high. By contrast, self-checkout systems simplify cashiers’ roles, automating tasks like calculating change, which lowers the skill requirements, causing wages to decline. Apart from its replacement of routine jobs, AI may extend its reach to creative work. At A&O, a law firm, AI can analyze contracts and suggest revisions within 30 seconds, handling much of the work once done by associate lawyers. In contrast, top performers have been best at using technology to make strategic decisions. Therefore, it is junior staff who are the most at risk. Labor markets have always been defined by the destruction of old roles and the creation of new ones. In the Industrial Revolution, engineers mastering machinery saw their wages skyrocket while laborers lost out. The Computer Age then rewarded software engineers and outdated typists. AI appears to follow a similar path, benefiting those with judgment and expertise to handle complex, information-rich environments. Today’s AI is just the beginning. As it grows more complicated, workplaces might be transformed, making every worker a CEO, predicted Jensen Huang. But there will be no equalizing: the most talented will still make the best CEOs. 1.What is the early expectation of AI’s impact on work? A. It was seen as a threat to job security. B. It was believed to replace only manual labor. C. It was expected to reduce workplace inequality. D. It was thought to mainly benefit high-level managers. 2.What can we infer about the long-term impact of AI? A. AI will slow the global economic growth. B. AI will narrow the gap of wage inequality. C. AI will put lower-skilled workers at a disadvantage. D. AI will significantly enhance creative work opportunities. 3.Why are the Industrial Revolution and the Computer Age mentioned? A. To compare the speed of technological change. B. To suggest AI will ultimately benefit all workers. C. To argue AI will create entirely new types of jobs. D. To show technological shifts often increase inequality. 4.What can be the best title for the text? A. The End of Human Labor with AI B. The Division AI Deepens in Workforce C. The Partnership between CEOs and AI D. The Limits of AI Application in Creative Work Passage 7 （25-26高一上·福建泉州第七中学·期中）First impressions can be powerful. In less than a second, we make judgments about someone’s trustworthiness, attractiveness, and personality. “The appearance of individuals generally leads to certain common assumptions (假定). We also know that these assumptions can influence real-life behaviors. Physically attractive people generally receive more positive treatment than less attractive individuals,” Marine Rougier, a researcher in Belgium, said. In scientific circles, this is known as the “halo effect”, and it shows that people rate attractive individuals more favorably for personality and characteristics. But in today’s digital age, first impressions are often formed online, where photos can be changed using digital tools like filters (滤镜). So, can we still trust our first impressions when images can be so easily changed? In a recent study, Rougier and her colleague, Jan De Houwer, showed participants photos of people with different levels of attractiveness. Participants formed first impressions, but then were told that the photos might have been edited to make the people look more or less attractive. Surprisingly, even after learning this, many participants stuck to their first impressions. But in a follow-up experiment, when participants were shown how easy it is to manage photos, they were much more likely to change their minds. This “halo-update effect” shows that first impressions are malleable. For example, if someone is at first seen as confident and social due to their attractiveness, they may be reconsidered as less confident once it comes to light that their photo was edited. What does this mean for us? It suggests that we can challenge first impressions with new information. So, if you’ve ever worried about leaving a bad first impression, don’t stress too much—people’s opinions can change. Just be careful with editing your photos too much, as it could lead others to form an overly positive view of your personal or professional image. This research is a reminder that looks aren’t everything, and people’s understanding of us can keep changing over time. Whether online or in person, the chance to change someone’s first impression is always there. 1.What does the “halo effect” feature? A. Judging easily by appearances. B. Benefiting from favorable comments. C. Seeking opinions from attractive people. D. Applying common beliefs to individuals. 2.Which was key to the viewers’ change in the judgement in the study? A. Extra advice on photography. B. A wide selection of digital tools. C. The use of popular social media sites. D. The clear example of image improvement. 3.What does the underlined word “malleable” in paragraph 5 mean? A. Foolish. B. Reliable. C. Changeable. D. Meaningful. 4.What advice on online image management does the author offer? A. Avoid unrealistic processing. B. Show more professional photos. C. Take traditional views on beauty. D. Add detailed comments on images. Passage 8 （25-26高一·福建福州八中期中）We’re all familiar with the feeling — it usually starts with a little itch (痒) deep inside the nose. Next comes the awareness that it’s going to happen. Then, achoo! Air erupts out of our nose at an astonishing 100 miles per hour, bursting out whatever was causing the itch. The high-pressure from a sneeze (喷嚏) has led some people to think that if we didn’t close our eyes, they could pop out. For decades, countless people have tested the theory. Upon finding it almost impossible to keep their eyes open while sneezing, many have concluded that the theory must be true. If you try it yourself, the chances are that your eyes are still where they belong. That’s because they are held firmly by the muscles in the eyes. Furthermore, increased pressure from sneezing actually builds up in the blood vessels (血管), which may cause vessels to break but is less likely to cause the eyeballs to pop out. Why did this theory start, anyway? Some say that it all began in 1882, when the New York Times reported an incident of a woman who burst one of her eyeballs during a sudden sneeze. Others point at the fact that different high-pressure experiences, such as childbirth, can cause blood vessels in the eyes to pop. Still others say that closing our eyes when we sneeze shows the theory is true. Scientists, on the other hand, explain that we close our eyes for the same reason we sneeze — to prevent unwanted things from entering our bodies. Either way, as far as we know, there are no actual recorded cases of anyone losing an eyeball because of a sneeze, so don’t lose any sleep over it! 1.What is mainly talked about in paragraph 1? A. The cause of a sneeze. B. The danger of sneezing. C. The importance of a sneeze. D. The experience of sneezing. 2.Why won’t eyeballs pop out while people are sneezing? A. Because they are fixed firmly in the eyes. B. Because high pressure builds up in the eyes. C. Because they are held strongly by blood vessels. D. Because increased pressure prevents them from popping out. 3.What can we infer from the text? A. Sneezes usually cause an itchy nose. B. People sneeze to burst out unwanted things. C. The high pressure caused by a sneeze will be released through breathing. D. People close their eyes when sneezing to stop their eyeballs from popping out. 4.Where is the text most likely from? A. A research paper. B. A biology textbook. C. A guidebook. D. A magazine. Passage 9 （25-26高一上·福建龙岩一校盟·期中）Studies show that multitasking can make people slower and less accurate due to something called attention residue (残留) — where part of your brain is still thinking about the previous task when you change into a new one. Each time you change tasks, you need to refocus and avoid distractions. This increases cognitive load (认知负荷) and reduces performance. However, doing one task at a time isn’t always best. Research by Sophie Leroy found that when people are under time pressure, they focus more narrowly and make simpler decisions. This lowers mental complexity, clears attention residue, and helps them move to the next task. Multitasking is most difficult when tasks are similar. For example, talking on the phone while writing an email is hard because both require forming sentences and expressing ideas. But if the tasks are very different, multitasking becomes easier. You can combine an automatic task (like walking or eating) with one that requires more attention. Mixing easy and hard tasks helps people multitask effectively. In some cases, multitasking can even improve performance. A 2015 University of Florida study had people ride exercise bikes while doing mental tasks. When compared to doing the same tasks while sitting, participants cycled 25% faster without doing worse on the mental tasks. This suggests that physical activity may increase brain arousal (兴奋) and improve both physical and mental performance. There may be another advantage to multitasking. Researchers from the Chinese University of Hong Kong asked people to do a computer task that involved searching for visual information while also responding to helpful sounds. They found that those who often used three or more media at the same time were better at combining what they heard and saw. This skill can help people react better in real-world situations where they need to process information from multiple senses at once. 1.What did Sophie Leroy’s research find? A. Multitasking increases cognitive complexity. B. Multitasking significantly improves correctness. C. Attention residue makes it hard to start a new task. D. Time pressure helps people make simpler decisions. 2.Which of the following is an example of manageable multitasking? A. Driving while checking a map. B. Walking while having a conference call. C. Watching a movie while writing a report. D. Reading a book while listening to the news. 3.How can multitasking improve performance? A. By increasing brain activity. B. By improving memory. C. By reducing cognitive load. D. By balancing task difficulty. 4.What can we infer about people who often multitask? A. They are more sensitive to visual information. B. They might be better at media-related work. C. They can adapt to any new environment easily. D. They are better at dealing with multiple senses at the same time. 主题语境04 人与自我-生活与学习 Passage 1 （25-26高一上·福建顺昌县第一中学·期中）School is still out for the summer, but at Eastern Senior High School in Washington, D.C., students are hard at work outdoors. In a garden filled with flowers and beds bursting with vegetables and herbs, nearly a dozen teenagers are harvesting vegetables for the weekend’s farmers market. Roshawn Little is going into her junior year at Eastern, and has been working in this garden for three years now. During the summer, Little gets paid to work Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. with City Blossoms, a nonprofit organization that brings community gardens to schools in urban areas. She believes that gardening has taught her to try all sorts of new things, like eating a wider variety of vegetables regularly. She brought these healthy habits home, and her improved diet even inspired her family to purchase more fruits and vegetables. Little’s experience is a vivid example of the broader impact that City Blossoms aims to create. City Blossoms is one of many groups across the country teaming up with local communities to establish school gardens, like the one at Eastern. It cooperates with schools to create learning gardens and trains teachers on how to get students engaged and improve academic performance. These gardens effectively function as open-air classrooms. For example, they can be used for math lessons, like calculating the area of a plant bed or learning the science of how plants grow. For the students, the experience can be a nutritional eye-opener, which has totally changed their views on where food comes from, and what it takes to produce food. Partner schools have also seen a 12 to 15 percent rise in the number of students passing standardized tests and 94 percent of teachers reported seeing increased engagement from their students, according to an independent evaluation conducted by PEER Associates. 1.What does Roshawn Little think of the summer outdoor activity? A. It is a good way to earn pocket money. B. It has improved her family relationship. C. It contributes to her healthy eating habit. D. It is helpful to her academic performance. 2.What is the purpose of the school gardens? A. To invite students to care for plants. B. To advance teachers’ teaching skills. C. To get students interested in science. D. To provide a creative way of learning. 3.What does the last paragraph focus on about the project of City Blossoms? A. Its operations. B. Its effects. C. Its applications. D. Its expectations. 4.What can be the most suitable title for the text? A. City Blossoms: Team up with Local Community Teachers B. Sweet Memory: How Kids Enjoy working in the Garden C. Outdoor Classrooms: Get out for the Weekend’s Farmers Market D. Healthy Eaters, Smart minds: What School Gardens Teach Kids Passage 2 （25-26高一上·河北沧州泊头市八县·期中）Are you a fan of spending your lunch breaks in an urban (城市的) park? Or do you walk your dog around it each morning and evening? Well, we have good news: spending just 20 minutes in a park every day will make you happier and less stressed — whether or not you’re exercising while you’re there. Two new studies have shown the benefits of spending time in parks. The latest, from the University of Michigan, suggests spending at least 20 minutes walking or sitting in a place where you’re in contact with nature greatly lowers stress levels. Lead researcher MaryCarol Hunter said, “You don’t have to travel to the wild lands. Getting out of an office building and sitting next to a tree can be enough.” In a separate study from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, researchers found people who visited their local urban parks felt happier. “Overall, we found park visitors reported an improvement in emotional (情绪的) well-being after the park visit,” said lead researcher Hon Yuen. “We did not find that levels of physical activity were related to improved emotional well-being. Instead, we found that time spent in the park was related to improved emotional well-being.” The results are perhaps unsurprising — many studies have highlighted the benefits of nature on a person’s emotional health. A review of nature treatments for emotional health care found that nature-based activities contributed to a reduction in levels of anxiety and stress. Meanwhile, a separate study by King’s College London researchers found being outdoors, seeing trees, hearing birdsong, looking at the sky, and feeling in contact with nature were connected with higher levels of emotional well-being. In some cases, these benefits influence people positively for up to seven hours afterwards. All of these studies show the need to design greener cities for the future and protect our parks. 1.What does MaryCarol Hunter mean in paragraph 2? A. Wild lands are disappearing rapidly. B. Urban nature can be beneficial enough. C. Traveling in wild lands can be dangerous. D. Office buildings are the main cause of stress. 2.What is the key finding of the University of Alabama study? A. Larger park areas lead to greater happiness. B. Physical activity is key to emotional health. C. Park visits help improve emotional happiness. D. Dog walking is preferred among park activities. 3.What is the author’s attitude towards nature’s lasting effects? A. Doubtful. B. Unfavorable. C. Positive. D. Uninterested. 4.What is the best title for the text? A. The History of Urban Park Design B. Exercise Matters: A Guide to Health C. Scientists’ Advice on Stress Reduction D. New Studies: Why Parks Make You Happier Passage 3 （25-26高一上·江西崇仁县第一中学-11月·期中）As a terrible heatwave continues to sweep across China, many people are turning to a quirky method to stay cool at night — hugging a winter melon while they sleep. This strange practice has become popular in provinces such as Shandong, Jiangsu, and Anhui due to its low cost, sustainability (可持续性), and surprising effectiveness. The idea of using winter melons as a natural coolant (冷却剂) is not new. It actually comes from ancient Chinese tradition. There is even a classical poem titled Xia Ri Bao Gua Mian (which means “Sleeping with a Melon on a Summer Night” that describes this custom. Winter melons have a water content of more than 95%, which allows them to stay cool for hours. In traditional Chinese medicine, the melon’s peel (果皮) is also known for its ability to reduce inner heat. Health experts like Yang Zufu from the China Rehabilitation Research Center say that holding a winter melon can be a mild and convenient way to lower body temperature. However, people who have weak digestion (消化) or are especially sensitive (敏感的) to cold are advised not to place the melon directly against their skin. Instead, they should wrap it in a towel or put it near their pillow. Before using the melon, it is important to wash off the fine white fuzzy (绒毛) on its surface to prevent your skin getting red or uncomfortable, but the peel should not be damaged. Although placing the melon near your arms or legs can help you feel cooler, it is not recommended to press it against the stomach. When the melon gets warm, it can be cooled down again with cold water and reused. In addition to this method, experts suggest other ways to beat the heat, such as wearing loose and breathable clothes, eating cooling foods like melons and sour fruits, improving air flow in rooms during early morning and late evening, and avoiding outdoor exercise during the hottest time of the day. 1.What does the underlined word “quirky” in Paragraph 1 mean? A. Traditional. B. Unusual. C. Modern. D. Common. 2.What is the main reason why winter melons can help people cool down? A. They are cheap and easy to find. B. They can be reused many times. C. They are recommended by health experts. D. They have a high water content and medicinal peel. 3.What can we infer from the expert’s advice in the passage? A. The method is only suitable for adults. B. Winter melons are more effective than air conditioners. C. Some people should take protective measures when using the method. D. Everyone can always use this winter-melon method directly without any risk. 4.What is the author’s attitude towards the practice of hugging winter melons? A. Uncertain. B. Objective. C. Worried. D. Humorous. Passage 4 （25-26高一上·江西丰城第九中学·期中）Math is everywhere in our life, from working out the bill after dinner to your personal costs. While some people enjoy solving math problems, many others are afraid of the moment when they have to deal with numbers and feel really anxious. It might seem discouraging, but this “math anxiety” is quite common, and you’re far from being the only one who feels this way. Besides, our worries and fears don’t always show how able we are. The reason for this problem often begins to appear in our childhood at school. Studies have shown that math teachers who feel nervous about teaching the subject can pass their anxiety to their students, and girls might be more affected by this anxiety. According to the Program for International Student Assessment, around 31% of 15 and 16-year-olds in 34 countries said that they felt very nervous when solving math problems, 33% said they got nervous doing math homework, and nearly60% worried that math classes would be difficult. Shulamit Kahn, from Boston University’s Questrom School of Business, told the BBC that providing students, especially girls, with good role models “is important, especially at a young age.” She believes the key is to have people, especially women who love teaching math, educate younger kids. David Robson, writing for BBC Future, mentioned, “It’s unclear why math causes so much fear compared to other subjects like geography. But knowing there’s a right or wrong answer might make you more anxious about not doing well.” And if we believe that we’re not “math people”, we may question about ourselves and avoid solving problems that we could deal with. Researchers have been trying to work out why mental math can make us nervous. This fear might come from all kinds of sources, but some suggest that openly expressing your fears can weaken their control on you and encourage children to see math tests as challenges rather than threat (威胁). We need to have a positive view on math and give it another try. 1.What’s the main idea of paragraph 2? A. Girls are better at math than boys. B. Math classes are difficult for everyone. C. Students’ anxiety only comes from teachers. D. Math anxiety in childhood affect students’ confidence. 2.What might happen if someone believes they’re not a “math person”? A. They will study math harder. B. They will doubt their abilities. C. They will face challenges bravely. D. They won’t see math as a threat. 3.According to the last paragraph, what are children advised to do? A. Find the reasons of math fear positively. B. Give up challenges to avoid anxiety actively. C. Speak out their fears for improvement bravely. D. Examine the reasons for math failure carefully. 4.What might be the best title of the passage? A. Math Anxiety: How to Fix It? B. Math Application: How to use Math? C. Math Learning: The Key to Success in All Fields. D. Math Competition: Race between Boys and Girls. Passage 5 （25-26高一上·江西丰城第九中学·期中）“Long time no see” is a very interesting sentence. When I first read this sentence from an American friend’s e-mail, I laughed. I thought it was a perfect example of Chinglish (中式英语). Obviously, it is a word-by-word literal (字面意思的) translation of the Chinese greeting with ruined (被破坏的) English grammar and structure! Later on, my friend told me that it is a standard American greeting. I was too surprised to believe her. Her words could not convince (使相信) me at all. So I did research on Google.com. To my surprise, there are over 60 thousand web pages including “Long time no see.” This sentence has been widely used in e-mails, letters, newspapers, movies, books, or other possible places. Though it is sort of informal, it is part of the language that Americans use daily. Ironically (讽刺地), if you type this phrase in Microsoft Word, the software will tell you that the grammar needs to be corrected. Nobody knows the origin of this Chinglish sentence. Some people believe that it came from Charlie Chan’s movies. In the 1930s, Hollywood moviemakers successfully created a worldwide famous Chinese detective (侦探) named “Charlie Chan” on wide screens. Detective Chan liked to teach Americans some Chinese wisdom (智慧) by quoting (引用) Confucius (孔子). “Long time no see.” was his trademark (标志性口头禅). Soon after Charlie Chan, “Long time no see.” became a popular phrase in America thanks to the popularity of these movies. Some scholars (学者) compare America to a huge melting pot. All kinds of cultures are mixed in the pot together, and they change the color and taste of each other. American Chinese, though a minority ethnic group (少数民族) in the United States, is also bringing some changes to the stew (大杂烩)! Language is usually the first thing to be influenced in the mixed pot. You can have some other examples besides adoption from Chinese, such as pizza from Italian, sushi from Japanese, and dejà vu from French etc. There is a long list! Americans do not just simply borrow something from others. They will also modify (修改) it and make it their own, so you would not be surprised to find a tofu and peanut butter hamburger in a restaurant, or to buy a bottle of iced Chinese green tea with honey in a grocery store. Since Americans appreciate Chinese culture more and more nowadays, I believe more Chinese words will become American English in the future. In this way, the American’s melting pot keeps adding richness and flavor. 1.What did the writer himself feel surprised at? A. The Chinglish expression “Long time no see.” B. So many literal translations of the expressions used in America. C. “Long time no see.” is used as a standard American English greeting. D. Finding out Americans use the expression every day. 2.What do the underlined words “melting pot” in Paragraph 4 probably mean? A. American changing cultures. B. Culture mixture. C. A kind of cooked dish. D. Confucius’s words. 3.According to the passage, what can be inferred? A. Detectives translated the phrase “Long time no see”. B. Cultures cannot be changed in the huge melting pot. C. The huge melting pot greatly affects all languages. D. Hollywood made “Long time no see” popular. 4.What is the main idea of the passage? A. Some Chinese expressions are introduced into English. B. American English is only influenced by Chinese. C. Some American expressions can be used in China. D. American English keeps being enriched by different cultures. Passage 6 （25-26高一上·浙江丽水发展共同体-11月·期中）Allergies (过敏) are becoming more common around the world. In the United States, the number of children with food allergies has increased from 3. 4% in 1997 to 5. 8% in 2021. But treatments (治疗) allowing people to deal with their allergies are becoming effective, easy to get and safe. Allergies happen when the body’s immune (免疫的) system mistakes safe things — like plant dust, or certain foods — for dangers. This mistake causes the body to give out natural chemicals, leading to problems that can be not serious, like sneezing and uncomfortable eyes. The good news is that there are now better ways to treat allergies. One method includes slowly getting the body used to the things that cause allergies-the slow exposure (暴露) method. In 2020, the first official treatment for peanut allergy used a special powder containing peanut material. Scientists are now creating new methods using small pieces of allergy-causing proteins, which might help the body accept these without causing bad reactions during treatment. Another new method stops the certain proteins in the body that cause allergies. Tests in 2024 showed that a special medicine called omalizumab helped people with several food allergies safely eat small amounts of foods that bothered them before. Researchers are looking at how to use this medicine together with the slow exposure method for better results. These improvements in current research are especially important for adults with allergies, as their bodies are usually less flexible than children’s. Recent studies with adults have shown positive results, with the slow exposure method successfully helping them deal with foods that once caused problems. As science continues to move forward, new treatments are giving hope to the increasing number of people worldwide who live with allergies. 1.What is the main cause of allergies? A. The pollution influences our body. B. The body fights safe things by mistake. C. The body is addicted to certain foods. D. The body does not get the right foods it needs. 2.How does the “slow exposure method” work? A. By using some fitness exercises. B. By using suitable medical treatments. C. By adapting to allergy-causing things. D. By avoiding all the allergy food sources. 3.What can be inferred about adults with allergies? A. They are much easier to be treated. B. They can benefit from new treatments. C. They were the main focus of early research. D. They should avoid the slow exposure method. 4.What’s the author’s attitudes towards new treatments? A. Positive. B. Doubtful. C. Disappointed. D. Uncaring. Passage 7 （25-26高一上·江西师范大学附属中学-11月·期中）Some people have said aging is more a slide into forgetfulness than a journey towards wisdom. However, a growing body of research suggests that late-in-life learning is possible. In reality, education does an aging brain good. Throughout life, people’s brains constantly renovate themselves. In the late 1960s, British brain scientist Geoffrey Raisman spied growth in damaged brain regions of rats through an electron microscope; their brains were forming new connections. This meant brains may change every time a person learns something new. Of course, that doesn’t mean the brain isn’t affected by the effects of time. Just as height usually declines over the years, so does brain volume: Humans lose about 4 percent every decade starting in their 40s. But that reduction doesn’t necessarily make people think slower; as long as we are alive and functioning, we can alter our brains with new information and experiences. In fact, scientists now suspect accumulating novel experiences, facts, and skills can keep people’s minds more flexible. New pathways can strengthen our ever-changing mental structure, even as the brain shrinks. Conventional fixes like word puzzles and brain-training apps can contribute to mental durability. Even something as simple as taking a different route to the grocery store or going somewhere new on vacation can keep the brain healthy. A desire for new life challenges can further boost power. Research about aging adults who take on new enterprises shows improved function and memory as well as a reduced risk of mental disease. Openness — a characteristic defined by curiosity and a desire for knowledge — may also help folks pass brain tests. Some folks are born with this take-in-the-world attitude, but those who aren’t as genetically gifted aren’t necessarily out of luck. While genes can encourage an interest in doing new things, a 2012 study in the journal Psychology and Aging found completing reasoning tasks like puzzles and number games can enhance that desire for novel experiences, which can, in turn, refresh the brain. That’s why brain scientist Richard Kennedy says “It’s not that old dogs can’t learn new tricks. It’s that maybe old dogs don’t realize why they should.” 1.What do some people think of aging adults? A. Their wisdom increases as time passes in their long lives. B. They can get benefits from learning in old age and gain wisdom. C. Their memory gets worse little by little compared to before. D. They may have mental health problems because of forgetfulness. 2.What can we conclude from Geoffrey Raisman’s finding? A. Brain damage greatly stops people from learning. B. Brains can renew and develop when people learn. C. Brain ability becomes weaker more slowly than we think. D. Brains form connections in new situations. 3.What is one thing that helps maintain the health of our brain even as it shrinks? A. Doing daily activities in traditional ways. B. Not worrying about our mental endurance. C. Copying the way old dogs learn new skills. D. Dealing with daily tasks in new methods. 4.What is the finding of the 2012 study in the journal Psychology and Aging? A. $