高中英语单元测试——Unit 4 Meeting the Muse（适中版01）

高中英语单元测试——Unit 4 Meeting the Muse（适中版01）（解析版） 学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________ 一、听力选择题 1．（本题1.5分）Where does the conversation probably take place? A．In a restaurant. B．In an art class. C．In a museum. 【答案】C 【详解】M: Look, the workers are offering AR glasses to visitors. You can view the old pictures by the glasses. W: Amazing. Let’s have a try while there are still afternoon openings left. 2．（本题1.5分）Why is the camera put on the bird’s back? A．To do scientific research. B．To catch people’s eyes. C．To take better pictures. 【答案】A 【原文】W: Wow, can you see the camera in the video? It’s just on the bird’s back. M: Oh, here it is. Scientists want to study the physics of flight while the birds are hunting. 3．（本题1.5分）What are the speakers mainly talking about? A．A painter. B．Some pictures. C．A museum. 【答案】B 【原文】M: I know these works! They are by Turner, who is one of the most important painters in British history. But they should be in a museum or a gallery, not here. W: Are you sure that these paintings are original? M: Yes, I studied them at university. 4．（本题1.5分）What is the woman likely to do? A．Feed a cat. B．Watch birds. C．Show a photo. 【答案】C 【原文】W: Max, do you want to see a photo of my new cat? M: Sure. I thought you preferred birds! W: I do, but this little guy just stole my heart. He’s quite the character! 5．（本题1.5分）What are the speakers probably doing? A．Learning about space. B．Taking part in a discussion. C．Watching a space program. 【答案】B 【原文】M: And that’s why I believe we should spend less money on the space program. Thank you. W: I’d like to challenge my competitor’s opinion that the space program doesn’t improve life here on Earth. For example, the BeiDou navigation Satellite System plays a significant role in China’s flood-control operations. What’s more... （本题3分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 6．(1.5分)How long did Marco Polo travel? A．For 13 years. B．For 17 years. C．For 24 years. 7．(1.5分)What does the man suggest the woman do at the end? A．Read a storybook about Xuanzang. B．Write an essay about Marco Polo. C．Imagine the life in ancient times. 【答案】6．C 7．A 【原文】M: What are you reading, Lucy? W: The Travels of Marco Polo. We have to read it for class. Marco Polo was a famous traveler from Italy at the end of the 13th century. He spent 24 years on his journey and even went as far as China. Have you heard about him? M: Of course! I love learning about the ancient explorers and travelers. Through them, you can find out what the world was like in those times. But there is an even older traveler that I like more. Do you know about Xuanzang? W: No. Who was he? M: He was a Chinese man from the 7th century. It took him 17 years to go from China to India and back. He wanted to learn about the origin of Buddhism. His journey must have been amazing. If you’d like to read about it, there’s a storybook called Journey to the West. It is a fantasy story about Xuanzang’s experiences. （本题4.5分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 8．(1.5分)What does the man need to fix? A．Plot. B．Grammar. C．Characters. 9．(1.5分)When will the book be published? A．In May. B．In June. C．In July. 10．(1.5分)How will the man return the book? A．By e-mail. B．By post. C．In person. 【答案】8．B 9．C 10．B 【原文】W: Your book is a great first attempt. The characters are very realistic. M: Wow! Thank you. So what do you think still needs to be done? W: Small things. The plot for example is quite good. However, readers could tell you are not a native English speaker, since there are some strange grammar constructions. I have highlighted them and put a sticker on each of the pages that need editing. M: I see so many stickers. Will this delay the release date? I’ve already told everyone I know they could buy the book in May. W: It will be much safer to move the date to June or July. Don’t worry. This happens often with books. M: But I don’t want to keep changing the date. I feel embarrassed. W: OK, we can change it to July to be certain. M: All right. I will email you the edited book next week. W: I prefer working with a hard copy. Can you mail it or bring it in? M: Sure. I’ll send it by mail. （本题4.5分）听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 11．(1.5分)What is the book series about? A．Some children’s daily life. B．Unsolved mysteries of the world. C．Adventures of the four children and a dog. 12．(1.5分)Where will the man get the books? A．From a shopping website. B．From his mother’s place. C．From a downtown bookstore. 13．(1.5分)What is the relationship between the speakers? A．Mother and son. B．Husband and wife. C．Friends. 【答案】11．C 12．A 13．B 【原文】W: Honey, I’d like to buy some new books for Henry. Do you know what kind of books he’ll love? M: We can buy our son The Famous Five series. It’s written by the great author Enid Blyton. W: Is it interesting? Have you ever read it? M: Yes. As a child I was in love with the mysteries, which the four children, along with their dog Timmy, used to solve. All the books in these series are very interesting to read, and you can actually imagine the five characters solving the mysteries. I really enjoyed reading them. W: Do you still have the collection of the books at your mother’s place? M: I don’t think so. I remember I lent them to a friend and he never returned them to me. W: In this case, let’s go downtown and buy those books this weekend. M: Why bother? We can find them easily on Amazon. W: That couldn’t be better. （本题6分）听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 14．(1.5分)What are the two speakers talking about? A．A novel. B．The woman’s uncle. C．A film. 15．(1.5分)When did the woman’s uncle begin to work in the country? A．In 1978. B．In 1970. C．In 1973. 16．(1.5分)What is the woman’s uncle like? A．Clever. B．Hardworking. C．Selfish. 17．(1.5分)What is the story about? A．School life. B．Factory life. C．Country life. 【答案】14．A 15．C 16．B 17．C 【原文】W: This is a new novel written by my uncle. Don’t you want to read it? M: Oh, how wonderful it is, isn’t it? W: Yes, it really is. It came out only last month. M: Let me have a look at it. What is the story about? W: Well, it is about country life in the 1970s. And this novel is based on his own experience since the 1970s. M: Did your uncle work in the country in the 1970s? W: Yes, he did. He used to stay in the country for about five years after he left middle school in 1973. M: He must have had a hard life in the country. W: Sure, he did. But fortunately, he had the chance to take the college entrance examination in the late 1970s and was able to go to Beijing University in 1978. M: That’s why your uncle is so hardworking and diligent in his life and work. This story must be very inspiring and interesting. W: If you are interested, I can let you read it first. M: Thank you for your kindness. （本题4.5分）听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 18．(1.5分)What threatens this city most? A．Wildfires. B．Storms. C．Floods. 19．(1.5分)What was the original purpose of the exhibition? A．To get money donations. B．To grow community art programs. C．To teach others about local issues. 20．(1.5分)What will the speaker do next? A．Invite others to speak. B．Share more local artworks. C．Present information on disasters. 【答案】18．C 19．B 20．A 【原文】 W: Thanks for coming to this art gallery opening. As you can see, all the art here has been painted and created to represent and celebrate local natural beauty. We come from such a beautiful place, so it is very important to realize how at risk it is. I’m not saying this to scare anyone, but to remind us how much we love our planet and how important it is to protect what we love. Here, you’ll see images of hills on fire, powerful typhoons, and rising floods. Within our coastal city, the biggest danger is sea-level rise. Many local artists have painted our streets and train stations underwater to show how real these risks are. Before we open the room to guests, I want to share the origin of this show. The initial idea was not fundraising or even climate messaging. We simply wanted to expand art classes in our community centers. That modest goal grew into this exhibition as students, teachers, and neighbors offered their talent, stories, and support. Because of everyone of you, more workshops will launch next month. To thank you for helping us reach this moment, I’d like to invite several of our lead supporters to say a few words about the student program. 二、阅读理解 （本题7.5分）We read thousands of books a year with one goal — to help you discover your next favorite read. Here are the books we can’t stop recommending this year (so far). Replaceable You     By Mary Roach     Nonfiction “Mary Roach’s deep dive into replaceable body parts will have even those who don’t think they like nonfiction singing another tune. From the false teeth of yesteryear to fake hearts and butt implants — this is science with a sense of humor and a wild read you don’t want to miss.” — Seira Wilson Cursed Daughters     By Oyinkan Braithwaite “I was completely consumed, laughing one minute at the unique characteristics of the women, and aching for Monife and Eniiyi throughout their journey across Nigeria. Cursed Daughters is a great family adventure with a supernatural twist.” — Kaimi Tei Dead Money     By Jakob Kerr “The mysterious murder of a very rich and famous venture capitalist kicks off this addicting tech thriller, which throws readers into the dark underbelly of Silicon Valley. Both funny and haunting, Dead Money will keep you guessing until its final pages.” — Annebel Gutterman The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny     By Kiran Desai “From Delhi to New York, with stops in Italy, Mexico, and the beaches of Goa, Desai spins a classic love story of fate, identity, and art. This magnetic and sweeping portrait of love, family, and creative expression will delight readers, especially fans of Abraham Verghese.” — Al Woodworth 21．(2.5分)Which of the following is not a story? A．Replaceable You. B．Cursed Daughters. C．Dead Money. D．The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny. 22．(2.5分)Who creates the character named Monife? A．Mary Roach. B．Seira Wilson. C．Oyinkan Braithwaite. D．Kaimi Tei. 23．(2.5分)Where does the detective story happen? A．In Nigeria. B．In Silicon Valley. C．In Italy. D．In Goa. 【答案】21．A 22．C 23．B 【导语】文章主要推荐了四本优质书籍，分别介绍其作者、题材内容与读者评价，供读者参考阅读。 【详解】21．细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Replaceable You   By Mary Roach    Nonfiction(《可替代的你》  作者：玛丽·罗奇   非虚构类作品)”可知，该书属于非虚构作品，其余三本书均未提到Nonfiction。 22．细节理解题。根据第三段“Cursed Daughters    By Oyinkan    Braithwaite(《被诅咒的女儿们》 作者：奥因坎·布雷思韦特)”以及“I was completely consumed, laughing one minute at the unique characteristics of the women, and aching for Monife and Eniiyi throughout their journey across Nigeria.(我完全沉浸其中，时而为书中女性的独特性格发笑，时而为Monife和Eniiyi在尼日利亚的旅程感到心痛)”可知，Monife是Oyinkan Braithwaite创作的书中人物。 23．细节理解题。根据第四段中的“The mysterious murder of a very rich and famous venture capitalist kicks off this addicting tech thriller, which throws readers into the dark underbelly of Silicon Valley.(一位知名富豪风投家的离奇谋杀案开启了这部扣人心弦的科技惊悚小说，将读者带入硅谷的阴暗面)”可知，这篇侦探类故事发生在硅谷。 （本题10分）For over five decades, the name Elaine Paige has been equal to the very best of British musical theatre. Paige’s journey to stardom is a theatrical legend. Before 1978, she was a working actress. That all changed when composer Andrew Webber and director Harold Prince were casting their new musical, Evita. Her performance was a surprise. She brought the controversial Argentine First Lady to life. Her powerful delivery of the anthem (颂歌) stopped the show every night and became an instant classic. The role earned her her first Society of London Theatre (Olivier) Award and brought her international fame. With a career defined by groundbreaking roles, a distinctive and infectious voice, and an unwavering devotion to her profession, she has earned the title “The First Lady of British Musical Theatre.” Following Evita, Paige continued to define an era of musical theatre by different characters: Grizabella in Cats(1981), Florence in Chess(1986). For over 15 years, she hosted the hugely popular weekly radio show Elaine Paige on Sunday on BBC Radio 2, further improving her role as an ambassador for the art form. She has also released over 20 solo albums, enjoying a successful career. Her contribution to the arts has been recognized with numerous honors. More than the awards and the titles, her legacy lies in the standard of excellence she set. She demonstrated that a leading lady could be powerful, vulnerable, complex, and attractive. She paved the way for a generation of British performers and introduced millions to the power of musical theatre through her iconic recordings and performances. With her infectious voice and distinguished career, she is not just a star; she is an institution. She remains a beloved and respected figure, whose name will forever be etched in the heart of musical theatre history. 24．(2.5分)Elaine Paige’s role in Evita was particularly significant because it ________. A．was her first cooperation with Tim Rice B．made her a well-known international star C．earned her a number-one single in the UK D．was a classic role in a revival of a musical 25．(2.5分)How is the second paragraph mainly developed? A．By using contrast. B．By quoting her words. C．By listing specific examples. D．By describing her experiences. 26．(2.5分)What does the underlined sentence mean in paragraph 3? A．She has an infectious voice. B．She has gained numerous honors. C．She has set the standard for British musical performers. D．She has become a long-lasting, respected symbol in musical theatre. 27．(2.5分)What is the main purpose of the passage? A．To analyze the character of Eva Perón in Evita. B．To introduce and celebrate the career of Elaine Paige. C．To criticize the development of British musical theatre. D．To explain the history of the Society of London Theatre Awards. 【答案】24．B 25．C 26．D 27．B 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了“英国音乐剧第一夫人”伊莲・佩姬凭《贝隆夫人》成名，塑造经典角色、主持电台节目、发行专辑，在音乐剧史上留下不朽传奇。 【详解】24．细节理解题。根据第一段中“The role earned her her first Society of London Theatre (Olivier) Award and brought her international fame.(这个角色为她赢得了伦敦戏剧协会（奥利维尔奖）的首个奖项，并使她享誉国际)”可知，伊莲・佩姬在《贝隆夫人》里的角色为她赢得了国际声誉，故选B。 25．推理判断题。根据第二段中“Following Evita, Paige continued to define an era of musical theatre by different characters: Grizabella in Cats(1981), Florence in Chess(1986). For over 15 years, she hosted the hugely popular weekly radio show Elaine Paige on Sunday on BBC Radio 2, further improving her role as an ambassador for the art form. She has also released over 20 solo albums, enjoying a successful career.(继《艾薇塔》之后，佩姬继续通过不同角色定义了一个音乐剧时代：1981年《猫》中的格丽泽贝拉、1986年《棋王》中的弗洛伦斯。她主持了BBC Radio 2广受欢迎的周播节目《Elaine Paige on Sunday》超过15年，进一步巩固了她作为艺术形式大使的角色。她还发行了20多张个人专辑，事业非常成功。)”可知，第二段通过列举具体事例展开。故选C。 26．句意猜测题。根据第三段“She paved the way for a generation of British performers and introduced millions to the power of musical theatre through her iconic recordings and performances.(她为一代英国艺人铺平了道路，并通过其标志性的录音和表演，让数以百万计的人领略到了音乐剧的魅力)”以及“She remains a beloved and respected figure, whose name will forever be etched in the heart of musical theatre history.(她依然是一个深受人们喜爱且备受尊敬的人物，她的名字将永远铭刻在音乐剧历史的长河之中)”可知，前文提到她为一代英国表演者铺平道路，让数百万人感受到音乐剧的魅力，后文也说她是深受爱戴和尊敬的人物，名字会永远铭刻在音乐剧历史中。故划线部分意为 “她已成为音乐剧领域一个经久不衰且备受尊敬的标志性人物”。故选D。 27．推理判断题。根据第一段“For over five decades, the name Elaine Paige has been equal to the very best of British musical theatre. Paige’s journey to stardom is a theatrical legend.(五十多年来，伊莲・佩姬这个名字一直代表着英国音乐剧的最高水准。佩姬的成名之路堪称戏剧界的传奇)”结合全文围绕伊莲・佩姬的职业生涯展开，讲述了她从普通演员凭借《贝隆夫人》成名，后续塑造的经典角色、跨界成就，以及她对音乐剧领域的贡献和深远影响，可知，这篇文章的主要目的是介绍并颂扬伊莲・佩姬的演艺生涯。故选B。 （本题10分）Genres are often viewed as structural frameworks for literary texts, onto which elements like imagery, character, plot, and setting are layered. These frameworks are passed down through generations, evolving over time. Among all genres, the novel received the most critical attention in the twentieth century, often praised as the “king of genres” due to its reflection on the real world. Yet, in the nineteenth century, it was primarily seen as a form of middle-class entertainment. It was not until the twentieth century that the novel was lifted to the status of an art form, joining in the same league as painting or classical music. Later on, many scholars successively studied the characteristics of novels from the 18th and 19th centuries. Recently, in a book of Edwin Frank, Stranger Than Fiction, he raises an appealing question: Is there such a thing as a “twentieth-century novel”? Is it meaningful to distinguish the twentieth-century novel from the nineteenth-century one—or even from the novel of the twenty-first century? Frank thinks so. In his book, he illustrates how the twentieth-century novel matures into a distinct literary genre. The twentieth century was a period of violent change; therefore, violent change is what the twentieth-century novel reflects—not, or not only, in its subject matter but in its form. Frank suggests that, modern as the twentieth-century novel is, it shows the cultural relevance to development of societies. However, that relevance seems to have decreased. Today, the novel no longer holds a central place in the cultural conversation. People’s daily question has shifted from “What are you reading?” to “What are you streaming?” Television series have emerged as the dominant form of middle-class entertainment in the twenty-first century. Has influential television reshaped the role of the novel? Many nineteenth-century novels gained vitality in the twentieth century through film adaptations. Henry James, for example, would likely be pleased to know that The Portrait of a Lady has been adapted into a BBC miniseries, a feature film, and even a television version—each reaching a far larger audience than the original print edition could ever have hoped for. 28．(2.5分)Why did the novel gain recognition in the twentieth century? A．It mirrored real life. B．It displayed attractive characters. C．It was penned by the middle-class. D．It was presented in entertaining styles. 29．(2.5分)Which aspect of the twentieth-century novel does Stranger Than Fiction talk about? A．Its rises and falls. B．Its expansion and effect. C．Its significance and limitation. D．Its evolution and uniqueness. 30．(2.5分)What is the author’s attitude towards the current role of  the novel in paragraph 4? A．Optimistic. B．Indifferent. C．Content. D．Concerned. 31．(2.5分)What does the example of The Portrait of a Lady indicate? A．Novels lose their artistic appeal. B．Adaptations reduce novelsˈ flavor. C．Media breathe new life into novels. D．TV shows change the role of novels. 【答案】28．A 29．D 30．D 31．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要探讨小说体裁的发展，尤其是20世纪小说的地位变化。小说在20世纪因反映现实而备受关注，被视为“体裁之王” 。如今小说在文化讨论中地位下降，而许多19世纪小说借改编重获生机，显示出媒体能赋予小说新生命。 【详解】28．细节理解题。根据第二段中“Among all genres, the novel received the most critical attention in the twentieth century, often praised as the “king of genres” due to its reflection on the real world.(在所有体裁中，小说在20世纪受到了最重要的关注，因其对现实世界的反映而被誉为“体裁之王”)”可知，小说在二十世纪获得了认可是因为它反映了与现实的联系。故选A。 29．推理判断题。根据第三段“In his book, he illustrates how the twentieth-century novel matures into a distinct literary genre. The twentieth century was a period of violent change; therefore, violent change is what the twentieth-century novel reflects — not, or not only, in its subject matter but in its form. Frank suggests that, modern as the twentieth-century novel is, it shows the cultural relevance to development of societies.(在他的书中，他阐述了20世纪的小说是如何发展成熟，成为一种独特的文学体裁的。20世纪是一个发生剧烈变革的时期；因此，剧烈的变革正是20世纪小说所反映的内容——这种反映不仅（或者说不只是）体现在小说的主题上，还体现在其形式上。弗兰克指出，尽管20世纪的小说具有现代性，但它也显示出与社会发展的文化关联性)”可知，Stranger Than Fiction阐述了二十世纪小说如何发展成为一种独特的文学体裁，且它还反映了二十世纪的社会动荡，即与社会文化相关，这是社会背景造成的，是它的独特性，由此可推知，Stranger Than Fiction关注的是二十世纪小说的发展和其独特性。故选D。 30．推理判断题。根据第四段“However, that relevance seems to have decreased. Today, the novel no longer holds a central place in the cultural conversation. People’s daily question has shifted from “What are you reading?” to “What are you streaming?” Television series have emerged as the dominant form of middle-class entertainment in the twenty-first century.(然而，这种相关性似乎已经减弱。今天，小说在文化对话中不再占据中心位置。人们的日常问题已经从“你在看什么？”到“你在看什么电视剧？”电视连续剧已成为21世纪中产阶级娱乐的主要形式)”可知，作者对于小说当下所扮演的角色的态度是担心的，故选D。 31．推理判断题。根据最后一段中“Many nineteenth-century novels gained vitality in the twentieth century through film adaptations. Henry James, for example, would likely be pleased to know that The Portrait of a Lady has been adapted into a BBC miniseries, a feature film, and even a television version—each reaching a far larger audience than the original print edition could ever have hoped for.(许多19世纪的小说在20世纪通过电影改编而焕发了活力。例如，Henry James可能会很高兴地知道，The Portrait of a Lady已经被改编成BBC的迷你剧、故事片，甚至是电视版本——每一部都吸引了比原版印刷版所希望的更多的观众。)”可推知，The Portrait of a Lady的例子表明媒体为小说注入了生命。故选C。 （本题10分）For thousands of years, humans have dreamed of exploring outer space. This ancient dream has finally come true with the development of modern aerospace technology. Space exploration, known for high costs and strict technical requirements, has become an important sign of a country’s scientific strength. In the early days, space exploration projects were completely controlled by government space agencies. At that time, rocket launch and space equipment maintenance cost a huge amount of money. Ordinary private companies did not have enough money or technology to join this field. However, with technological progress, modern reusable rockets and simple space equipment have appeared. More private space companies have taken part in space research, bringing new development chances to this field. Though space exploration sounds far from daily life, it actually brings many practical benefits to ordinary people. Weather satellites can watch atmospheric and ocean changes in real time, helping people predict natural disasters and reduce losses. Space positioning technology supports smart transportation and global logistics. Besides, new materials created for space exploration are now widely used in medical devices and sports equipment. Space observation also helps scientists find new planets for future human exploration. However, space exploration still faces many unavoidable problems. Long-term stay in space will harm astronauts’ bones and cardiovascular health. Cosmic radiation may damage human body cells. What’s more, plenty of waste space equipment has become space debris. These fast-moving fragments may hit working satellites, causing serious safety problems for future space activities. Despite these technical and safety challenges, space exploration is still of great value. It not only helps humans know more about the universe but also encourages young people to study science. In the long run, space exploration will keep pushing human civilization forward. 32．(2.5分)What can we know about early space exploration? A．Wide private participation. B．Total government control. C．Low-cost rocket use. D．Civilian-tech improvement. 33．(2.5分)What practical benefit does space technology bring? A．Better transport management. B．Improved magnetic environment. C．Instant planet migration. D．Enhanced physical health. 34．(2.5分)What is the author’s view on current space exploration? A．Easy-to-solve technical problems. B．Space debris as the top threat. C．Minor radiation influence. D．Various restricting risks. 35．(2.5分)What is the author’s attitude toward space exploration? A．Critical. B．Doubtful. C．Uncertain. D．Cautiously optimistic. 【答案】32．B 33．A 34．D 35．D 【导语】文章主要介绍太空探索发展、民用益处、现存难题与作者乐观态度。 【详解】32．细节理解题。 根据第二段中“In the early days, space exploration projects were completely controlled by government space agencies.(早期，太空探索项目完全由政府航天机构控制。)”可知，早期的太空探索完全由政府控制。 33．细节理解题。 根据第三段中“Space positioning technology supports smart transportation and global logistics.(太空定位技术支持智慧交通和全球物流。)”可知，太空技术带来了更好的交通管理。 34．推理判断题。 根据第四段“Long-term stay in space will harm astronauts’ bones and cardiovascular health. Cosmic radiation may damage human body cells. What’s more, plenty of waste space equipment has become space debris. These fast-moving fragments may hit working satellites, causing serious safety problems for future space activities.(长期驻留太空会损害宇航员的骨骼与心血管健康。宇宙辐射可能损伤人体细胞。此外，大量废弃航天设备形成了太空碎片。这些高速飞行的碎块有可能撞击正常运行的卫星，给未来太空活动带来严重安全隐患。)”可知，当前的太空探索面临着多种限制性风险。 35．推理判断题。 根据第五段“Despite these technical and safety challenges, space exploration is still of great value. It not only helps humans know more about the universe but also encourages young people to study science. In the long run, space exploration will keep pushing human civilization forward.(尽管存在这些技术与安全层面的难题，太空探索依旧具备重大价值。它不仅帮助人类加深对宇宙的认知，还能激励青少年钻研科学。长远来看，太空探索会持续推动人类文明向前发展。)”可知，作者在承认挑战的同时肯定了太空探索的价值，持谨慎乐观的态度。 （本题12.5分）Schools across the country have invested billions of dollars in tablets, laptops, and high-speed internet with the expectation that more technology means better learning. 36(2.5分) A large body of evidence demonstrates that the issue is complicated, with more downsides than most people anticipate. Take, for example, an international study conducted by a global educational research organization. In it, researchers examined standardized testing data from 15-year-olds across dozens of countries. They found students using technology the most tended to perform worse than those using it moderately. A separate analysis revealed that the more hours American students spent daily on computers doing English language arts, the lower their reading scores. 37(2.5分) Another research found that higher levels of screen time at ages two and three were significantly associated with poorer performance on developmental screening tests at ages 3 and 5. But researchers say the evidence demonstrates that technology can also be used to promote learning. For example, a well-known educational research project found that using computers for research is associated with higher reading scores. 38(2.5分) How technology is used also matters. 39(2.5分) Instead of just putting devices in students’ hands, these nations used technology to support teacher collaboration, professional development, and lesson-sharing, which saw better outcomes than those that focused primarily on student-facing devices. 40(2.5分) To effectively support student learning, the research shows that moderate levels of technology use that support broader educational goals work best. A．But what does the research show? B．And the reality is far from satisfying. C．The same holds true for younger children, too. D．Using technology in educational settings is complex. E．Researchers found students performed worse without electronic devices. F．And other researchers found some literacy and math apps do support learning. G．A global educational research group found some nations with top-performing students used technology differently. 【答案】36．A 37．C 38．F 39．G 40．D 【导语】文章主要讨论了教育中技术应用的效果，指出过度使用技术可能带来负面效果，而适当使用且关注教学方法才能促进学习。 【详解】36．上文“Schools across the country have invested billions of dollars in tablets, laptops, and high-speed internet with the expectation that more technology means better learning. (全国各地的学校在平板电脑、笔记本电脑和高速互联网上投入了数十亿美元，期望更多的技术意味着更好的学习。)”指出学校对技术提升学习的普遍期待，A选项“But what does the research show? (但研究表明了什么？)”与上文构成转折关系，引出下文对研究结果的探讨；下文“A large body of evidence demonstrates that the issue is complicated, with more downsides than most people anticipate. (大量证据表明，这个问题很复杂，其负面影响比大多数人预想的要多。)”直接回应了A选项的问题——研究显示情况复杂且存在更多负面影响，上下文逻辑连贯。 37．上文“A separate analysis revealed that the more hours American students spent daily on computers doing English language arts, the lower their reading scores. (一项单独的分析显示，美国学生每天花在电脑上进行英语语言艺术学习的时间越多，他们的阅读成绩就越低。)”指出过度使用技术对阅读成绩的负面影响，C选项“The same holds true for younger children, too. (同样的情况也适用于更年幼的孩子。)”承接上文，指出类似现象在低龄儿童中也存在；下文“Another research found that higher levels of screen time at ages two and three were significantly associated with poorer performance on developmental screening tests at ages 3 and 5. (另一项研究发现，两到三岁时较高的屏幕使用时间与三岁和五岁时发展筛查测试成绩较差显著相关。)”具体举例说明了C选项中的“younger children”所面临的负面影响，上下文语意连贯。 38．上文“For example, a well-known educational research project found that using computers for research is associated with higher reading scores. (例如，一个知名的教育研究项目发现，使用电脑进行研究与更高的阅读成绩相关。)”指出技术也有积极的一面，F选项“And other researchers found some literacy and math apps do support learning. (其他研究人员发现，一些读写和数学应用确实支持学习。)”与上文构成并列关系，进一步提供了技术促进学习的证据；本段主题为“But researchers say the evidence demonstrates that technology can also be used to promote learning. (但研究人员表示，有证据表明，科技也可以用来促进学习。)”，F选项与上文共同支撑这一观点，上下文逻辑连贯。 39．上文“How technology is used also matters. (如何使用技术也很重要。)”指出使用方式的关键作用，G选项“A global educational research group found some nations with top-performing students used technology differently. (一个全球教育研究组织发现，一些拥有顶尖学生的国家以不同的方式使用技。术)”承接上文，通过国际比较说明了技术使用方式的不同会带来不同结果；下文“Instead of just putting devices in students’ hands, these nations used technology to support teacher collaboration... (这些国家不是简单地将设备交到学生手中，而是利用技术来支持教师协作……)”具体说明了“differently”的具体含义——关注教师而非仅面向学生，上下文语意连贯。 40．下文“To effectively support student learning, the research shows that moderate levels of technology use that support broader educational goals work best. (研究表明，为了有效支持学生学习，适度使用技术支持更广泛的教育目标效果最。佳)”总结了研究结论——适度且服务于教育目标的技术使用最有效。D选项“Using technology in educational settings is complex. (在教育环境中使用技术是复杂的。)”承接前文关于技术利弊兼有的复杂证据，概括了技术在教育中应用的整体特征，指出其复杂性；下文进一步说明正因为复杂，所以需要适度使用并服务于更广泛的教育目标，与D选项形成逻辑关联，上下文语意连贯。 三、完形填空 （本题15分）Fio Silva is a talented muralist (壁画家) from Buenos Aires, Argentina. She lives in a common neighborhood of the city. She is good at painting beautiful murals with bright colors, bringing new life to ordinary city walls. Much of her inspiration comes from 41 . She has devoted nearly ten years to outdoor wall painting and gained high praise from local citizens. As Silva explains, “I think the idea that 42 me the most is that of movement and strength. I like painting 43 , especially birds, in a creative way. I try to make something that attracts people’s 44 not only for its colors or size. It is also something that can ‘be 45 ’ and tells you something.” Silva says that she took up her job almost 46 . “I began painting murals because a friend 47 me some spray cans (喷漆罐) for my birthday. And with that, I went to paint on the street for the first time, totally out of 48 . People in my neighborhood 49 gave up their walls to let me paint and there I fell in love with painting in the 50 space.” Silva is particularly careful with the 51 that she chooses to include in an artwork. As certain colors will 52 her feelings, producing a power that can transport the viewers from the 53 city surroundings into the quiet natural world. She often spends hours mixing different paint to get ideal tones before starting creation. City murals are wonderful public art that makes 54 life more beautiful. It is really exciting to see young artists keep their passion and use their skills to 55 the whole city. 41．(1分)A．science B．nature​ C．fashion​ D．book 42．(1分)A．moves B．worries C．frightens D．inspires 43．(1分)A．insects B．animals C．landscapes D．plants 44．(1分)A．talent B．respect C．attention D．wealth 45．(1分)A．read B．written C．bought​ D．taught 46．(1分)A．by design B．by chance​ C．on earth D．on purpose 47．(1分)A．lent​ B．passed​ C．sold​ D．sent 48．(1分)A．sight B．duty C．curiosity​ D．reach 49．(1分)A．warmly B．hopelessly C．strictly D．tiredly 50．(1分)A．narrow​ B．green C．public​ D．digital 51．(1分)A．brushes B．lines C．items D．colors 52．(1分)A．express B．receive C．hurt D．control 53．(1分)A．messy B．pretty​ C．noisy D．big 54．(1分)A．simple B．urban C．country D．healthy 55．(1分)A．turn up​ B．warm up​ C．carry out​ D．take out 【答案】 41．B 42．D 43．B 44．C 45．A 46．B 47．D 48．C 49．A 50．C 51．D 52．A 53．C 54．B 55．B 【导语】文章主要讲述了阿根廷壁画家席尔瓦受自然启发创作壁画，偶然走上街头绘画之路，注重用色彩传递力量，将观众带入自然，其艺术点亮城市，令人振奋。 【详解】41．考查名词。句意：她的大部分灵感来自自然。A. science科学；B. nature自然；C. fashion时尚；D. book 书。结合后文“I like painting ________, especially birds, in a creative way.”可知，她喜欢画动物，尤其是鸟类，说明灵感源于自然。 42．考查动词。句意：正如席尔瓦所解释的那样：“我认为对我影响最大的理念是关于运动与力量的这一理念。”A. moves移动；B. worries担心；C. frightens使害怕；D. inspires激励；赋予灵感。前文“Much of her inspiration”讲创作灵感，以及下文“the most is that of movement and strength”可知，此处指理念带来启发。 43．考查名词。句意：我喜欢以富有创意的方式绘画动物，尤其是鸟类。A. insects昆虫；B. animals动物；C. landscapes风景；D. plants植物。根据后文“especially birds”可知，作者喜欢画动物。 44．考查名词。句意：我试图创作出一些作品，它们吸引人们的注意，并非仅仅是因为其颜色或大小。A. talent天赋；B. respect尊重；C. attention注意力；D. wealth财富。根据后文“not only for its colors or size”可知，作品能吸引人们的注意，并非仅仅是因为其颜色或大小。 45．考查动词。句意：这也是一种可以“被解读”的内容，它能告诉你某些信息。A. read阅读，理解；B. written写；C. bought购买；D. taught教。根据后文“and tells you something”可知，作品传递思想，可被观众理解读懂。 46．考查介词短语。句意：席尔瓦说，她从事这份工作完全是出于偶然。A. by design故意地；B. by chance偶然地；C. on earth究竟；D. on purpose故意地。根据后文“I went to paint on the street for the first time, totally out of_________”讲述作者偶然接触壁画的经历，因此是偶然开始了这份职业。 47．考查动词。句意：我开始画壁画是因为一位朋友在我生日时送了我一些喷漆罐。A. lent借出；B. passed传递；C. sold售卖；D. sent送。根据后文“me some spray cans for my birthday”可知，表明是生日礼物，因此是送。 48．考查名词。句意：就这样，我第一次走上街头画画，完全是出于好奇的缘故。A. sight视力；B. duty责任；C. curiosity好奇；D. reach伸手可及的距离。根据上文“And with that, I went to paint on the street for the first time”可知，作者第一次走上街头画画，完全是出于好奇的缘故。 49．考查副词。句意：我所在社区的居民们纷纷热情地把自己的墙让出来，让我在他们的院子里作画，就这样，我开始在公共空间里爱上绘画了。A. warmly热情地；B. hopelessly绝望地；C. strictly严格地；D. tiredly疲惫地。根据后文“gave up their walls to let me paint and I fell in love with painting”可知，她爱上街头绘画，说明邻居十分友好热心。 50．考查形容词。句意：我所在社区的居民们纷纷把自己的墙让出来，让我在他们的院子里作画，就这样，我开始在公共空间里爱上绘画了。A. narrow狭窄的；B. green绿色的；C. public公共的；D. digital数字的。根据上文“gave up their walls to let me paint”可知，街头墙壁属于公共空间。 51．考查名词。句意：席尔瓦在选择作品中的色彩时尤为谨慎。A. brushes刷子；B. lines线条；C. items物品；D. colors色彩。后文“as certain colors”明确提及色彩，此处指席尔瓦在选择作品中的色彩时尤为谨慎。 52．考查动词。句意：因为某些特定的色彩能够表达她想要表达的内容，产生一种力量，能够将观众从喧闹的城市环境带入到安静的自然世界之中。A. express表达；B. receive收到；C. hurt受伤；D. control控制。根据后文“her feelings, producing a power”可知，色彩能增强表达效果，传递更强的力量。 53．考查形容词。句意同上。A. messy凌乱的；B. pretty漂亮的；C. noisy嘈杂的；喧闹的；D. big大的。根据后文“into the quiet natural world”可知，此处对比安静的自然世界，说明城市环境的喧嚣。 54．考查形容词。句意：城市壁画是美妙的公共艺术，让都市生活更加美好。A. simple简单的；B. urban城市的；C. country农村的；D. healthy健康的。根据上文“producing a power that can transport the viewers from the ________city surroundings into the quiet natural world”可知，此处讲述精美的艺术作品使得城市生活更美好。 55．考查动词短语。句意：看到艺术家们满怀热情，用他们的才华使整个城市焕发生机，真是令人振奋。A. turn up出现；B. warm up热身；C. carry out实施；D. take out取出。根据前文“young artists keep their passion and use their skills”可知，艺术家满怀热情的用壁画美化城市，让整个城市焕发生机。warm up此处表示“使活跃，焕发生机”，符合语境。 四、语法填空 （本题15分）阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 In 2007, a tiny robot named i-Sobot “came to life” at a facility in Dongguan, Guangdong province. The remote-controlled robot, no larger than 56(1.5分) palm, could perform about 240 movements, including walking and climbing, with remarkable accuracy. This first-generation machine was a microcosm (缩影) of China’s early exploration into intelligent robotics, 57(1.5分) (plant) the seeds for a domestic smart equipment industry that would flourish over a span of nearly two decades. Fast forward to today, and the transformation is outstanding. Chinese robots 58(1.5分) (evolve) from basic walking motions to autonomous thinking and collaborative decision-making. They are no longer restricted to research labs 59(1.5分) have become concrete carriers of “new quality productive forces” — a concept driven by technological innovation, high 60(1.5分) (efficient), and high-quality output. Inside a factory in Dongguan, a direct-drive bipedal (双足行走的) robot named “Xingtian” moves 61(1.5分) (swift) through hazardous zones, performing transport, inspection, and exploration tasks 62(1.5分) once required human workers. On assembly lines in Zhaoqing, Guangdong, robotic 63(1.5分) (arm) operate in high-speed coordination, achieving millimeter-level precision that boosts manufacturing capacity while pushing factories toward full automation and unmanned operation. At a Southern Power Grid substation in Guangzhou, the provincial capital of Guangdong, a quadruped (四足的) robot “Feiyun” patrols 64(1.5分) the clock, ensuring power supply safety while freeing human workers from 65(1.5分) (repeat), high-risk tasks. Contrary to popular belief, these robots are not replacing humans — they are revolutionizing work patterns. 【答案】 56．a 57．planting 58．have evolved 59．but 60．efficiency 61．swiftly 62．that/which 63．arms 64．around 65．repetitive 【导语】本文以i-Sobot微型机器人为切入点，回顾了中国智能机器人产业从早期探索到蓬勃发展的历程，并介绍了新一代机器人在工厂巡检、电力保障等场景中的实际应用，展现了中国机器人从简单动作到自主思考的跨越式进步。 【详解】56．考查冠词。句意：这个遥控机器人，不超过一个手掌大小，能执行大约240种动作，包括行走和攀爬，具有惊人的准确性。空处修饰可数名词单数palm，表示“一个手掌”，应用不定冠词，且palm为辅音音素开头的单词，应用a。 57．考查非谓语动词。句意：这个第一代机器是中国早期探索智能机器人技术的一个缩影，为国内智能装备产业播下了种子，该产业在近二十年的时间里蓬勃发展。空处应用非谓语动词形式，plant与逻辑主语This first-generation machine之间为主动关系，且动作与谓语动作同时发生，应用现在分词planting作伴随状语。 58．考查动词时态和主谓一致。句意：中国机器人已经从基本的行走动作发展到自主思考和协作决策。结合语意可知，此处表示过去发生的动作持续到现在，应用现在完成时；主语Chinese robots为复数，助动词用have。 59．考查连词。句意：它们不再局限于研究实验室，而是成为“新质生产力”的具体载体——这一概念由技术创新、高效率和高品质产出驱动。根据no longer restricted to research labs可知，此处为no longer...but...固定结构，表示“不再……而是……”。 60．考查名词。句意同上。空处位于形容词high之后，应用名词形式；所给词efficient的名词形式为efficiency，意为“效率”，为不可数名词。 61．考查副词。句意：在东莞的一家工厂里，一个名为“星天”的直驱两足机器人在危险区域快速移动，执行曾经需要人类工人的运输、检查和探索任务。空处修饰动词moves，应用副词形式swiftly，意为“快速地”，作状语。 62．考查定语从句。句意同上。空处引导限制性定语从句，修饰先行词tasks，先行词指物，且在从句中作主语，应用关系代词that或which引导。 63．考查名词复数。句意：在广东肇庆的装配线上，机器人手臂以高速协调的方式运行，实现了毫米级的精度，提高了制造能力，同时推动工厂走向全自动化和无人化操作。arm为可数名词，此处表示多个机械臂，应用复数形式arms；robotic arms意为“机械臂”。 64．考查介词。句意：在广东省省会广州的南方电网变电站，四足机器人“飞云”全天候巡逻，确保供电安全，同时使人类工人免于重复的高风险任务。around the clock为固定短语，意为“全天候，昼夜不停地”。 65．考查形容词。句意同上。空处修饰tasks，应用形容词形式repetitive，意为“重复的”，作定语。 五、书信写作 66．（本题15分）假定你是李华，上周五你校举办了以“智创科技触碰未来（Smart Innovation Shapes the Future）”为主题的科技节活动。请你为校英文报写一篇报道，内容包括： 1. 活动目的； 2. 活动内容； 3. 活动意义。 注意： 1. 写作词数应为80左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 A Successful Sci-tech Festival ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】 A Successful Sci-tech Festival Last Friday, our school held a sci-tech festival themed “Smart Innovation Shapes the Future” to inspire students’ passion for science and develop creative thinking. Various wonderful activities were held, including student invention shows, robot competitions and science lectures given by experts. Students actively took part in interactions, sharing creative ideas and exploring technological mysteries together. The festival not only enriched our campus life but also encouraged us to pursue scientific knowledge, laying a solid foundation for our future exploration. 【导语】本篇书面表达要求考生以李华的身份，为校英文报报道学校举办的主题为“智创科技触碰未来”的科技节活动，依次介绍活动目的、活动内容以及活动意义。 【详解】1.词汇积累 激发：inspire → stimulate 创造的：creative → innovative 参与：take part in → participate in 各种各样的：various → diverse 2.句式拓展 同义句转换 原句：The festival not only enriched our campus life but also encouraged us to pursue scientific knowledge, laying a solid foundation for our future exploration. 拓展句：Not only did the festival enrich our campus life, but it also encouraged us to pursue scientific knowledge, laying a solid foundation for our future exploration. 【点睛】【高分句型1】Last Friday, our school held a sci-tech festival themed “Smart Innovation Shapes the Future” to inspire students’ passion for science and develop creative thinking.(运用了过去分词短语themed “Smart Innovation Shapes the Future”作后置定语和动词不定式to inspire作目的状语) 【高分句型2】The festival not only enriched our campus life but also encouraged us to pursue scientific knowledge, laying a solid foundation for our future exploration.(运用了现在分词短语laying a solid foundation for our future exploration作结果状语) 六、书面表达 67．（本题25分）阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 A few months before I started high school, my parents gave me the best gift: a cellphone. I spent the whole summer with my face in the screen. I didn’t pay attention to my family or the things around me. Being online was more important than being with people. So, you can guess how unhappy I was when I learned what my dad planned for our family vacation that year. “This year, ” my dad said, “we’re going to do something special. We’re going camping!” It was not my dream vacation because I was still thinking about my phone. In fact, I was so busy looking at my phone that I didn’t look up until we drove across a bridge to the campsite. I looked out of the window and saw tall redwood trees. Their branches (树枝) seemed to touch the sky. I saw a river, with dark water showing between the white rapids (激流). The air from the open windows was hot. But none of that caught my eye. The reason I looked up was much more serious: my phone had no service (网络信号). The last hour in the car was hard. My dad said he had chosen a campsite with no cell service, and my phone would be useless until we got home. I would be stuck in the forest for four days with no way to reach the outside world! On the first day, I went through every teenage feeling: I was angry, I asked for help, and I kept going between sadness and anger. I went to bed angrily that night. But when I woke up in the morning, something had changed. 注意：1. 续写词数应为150个左右，可参考文中加粗词汇部分； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 I stopped looking at my phone and started looking around me. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The next days went by fast because we did many fun things. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】 I stopped looking at my phone and started looking around me. I walked out of the tent and saw how beautiful the forest was. The trees stood tall and quiet. Birds sang in the morning light. I saw a small river running beside the campsite. The water was so clear that I could see the stones at the bottom. For the first time, I felt peace. My dad came over with a smile. “Want to go for a walk?” he asked. I nodded. We walked along the river and talked about many things. I didn’t think about my phone at all. It felt good to just be there with him. The next days went by fast because we did many fun things. We went fishing and I caught my first fish. Dad taught me how to make a fire. We cooked together and ate under the stars. At night, we sat by the fire and told stories. I even made friends with other kids at the campsite. We played games and ran through the forest. I laughed more than I had in a long time. When it was time to go home, I felt sad to leave. On the way back, I looked at my phone but didn’t turn it on. I just looked out the window and smiled. I realized that being present is better than being online. 【导语】本文以一次家庭露营为线索展开，讲述了作者沉迷手机、抗拒无信号的露营安排，却在失去网络信号后，被迫放下手机，重新发现自然与家人陪伴的美好，最终领悟到“陪伴比手机更重要”的道理。 【详解】 1. 段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容可知，第一段可描写“我”走出帐篷，开始观察森林的自然景色，在晨光、鸟鸣和清溪中感受到平静，并与父亲一起散步交谈，逐渐放下对手机的执念。 ②由第二段首句内容可知，第二段可描写“我”和家人一起开展的露营活动，在与家人和新朋友的相处中感受到快乐，最终在回家路上领悟到“陪伴比手机更重要”的道理。 2. 续写线索： 走出帐篷→观察自然→感受平静→与父亲散步→参与活动→交新朋友→领悟陪伴的可贵 3.词汇激活 行为类 ① 看见：see/catch sight of ② 走进：come over/approach 情绪类 ① 平静：peace/calmness ② 伤心的：sad/sorrowful 【点睛】【高分句型1】I walked out of the tent and saw how beautiful the forest was.(运用了how 引导的宾语从句) 【高分句型2】The water was so clear that I could see the stones at the bottom.(运用了so…that…引导的结果状语从句) 试卷第1页，共3页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 2 / 2 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 高中英语单元测试——Unit 4 Meeting the Muse（适中版01）（解析版） 学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________ 一、听力选择题 1．（本题1.5分）Where does the conversation probably take place? A．In a restaurant. B．In an art class. C．In a museum. 2．（本题1.5分）Why is the camera put on the bird’s back? A．To do scientific research. B．To catch people’s eyes. C．To take better pictures. 3．（本题1.5分）What are the speakers mainly talking about? A．A painter. B．Some pictures. C．A museum. 4．（本题1.5分）What is the woman likely to do? A．Feed a cat. B．Watch birds. C．Show a photo. 5．（本题1.5分）What are the speakers probably doing? A．Learning about space. B．Taking part in a discussion. C．Watching a space program. （本题3分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 6．(1.5分)How long did Marco Polo travel? A．For 13 years. B．For 17 years. C．For 24 years. 7．(1.5分)What does the man suggest the woman do at the end? A．Read a storybook about Xuanzang. B．Write an essay about Marco Polo. C．Imagine the life in ancient times. （本题4.5分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 8．(1.5分)What does the man need to fix? A．Plot. B．Grammar. C．Characters. 9．(1.5分)When will the book be published? A．In May. B．In June. C．In July. 10．(1.5分)How will the man return the book? A．By e-mail. B．By post. C．In person. （本题4.5分）听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 11．(1.5分)What is the book series about? A．Some children’s daily life. B．Unsolved mysteries of the world. C．Adventures of the four children and a dog. 12．(1.5分)Where will the man get the books? A．From a shopping website. B．From his mother’s place. C．From a downtown bookstore. 13．(1.5分)What is the relationship between the speakers? A．Mother and son. B．Husband and wife. C．Friends. （本题6分）听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 14．(1.5分)What are the two speakers talking about? A．A novel. B．The woman’s uncle. C．A film. 15．(1.5分)When did the woman’s uncle begin to work in the country? A．In 1978. B．In 1970. C．In 1973. 16．(1.5分)What is the woman’s uncle like? A．Clever. B．Hardworking. C．Selfish. 17．(1.5分)What is the story about? A．School life. B．Factory life. C．Country life. （本题4.5分）听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 18．(1.5分)What threatens this city most? A．Wildfires. B．Storms. C．Floods. 19．(1.5分)What was the original purpose of the exhibition? A．To get money donations. B．To grow community art programs. C．To teach others about local issues. 20．(1.5分)What will the speaker do next? A．Invite others to speak. B．Share more local artworks. C．Present information on disasters. 二、阅读理解 （本题7.5分）We read thousands of books a year with one goal — to help you discover your next favorite read. Here are the books we can’t stop recommending this year (so far). Replaceable You     By Mary Roach     Nonfiction “Mary Roach’s deep dive into replaceable body parts will have even those who don’t think they like nonfiction singing another tune. From the false teeth of yesteryear to fake hearts and butt implants — this is science with a sense of humor and a wild read you don’t want to miss.” — Seira Wilson Cursed Daughters     By Oyinkan Braithwaite “I was completely consumed, laughing one minute at the unique characteristics of the women, and aching for Monife and Eniiyi throughout their journey across Nigeria. Cursed Daughters is a great family adventure with a supernatural twist.” — Kaimi Tei Dead Money     By Jakob Kerr “The mysterious murder of a very rich and famous venture capitalist kicks off this addicting tech thriller, which throws readers into the dark underbelly of Silicon Valley. Both funny and haunting, Dead Money will keep you guessing until its final pages.” — Annebel Gutterman The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny     By Kiran Desai “From Delhi to New York, with stops in Italy, Mexico, and the beaches of Goa, Desai spins a classic love story of fate, identity, and art. This magnetic and sweeping portrait of love, family, and creative expression will delight readers, especially fans of Abraham Verghese.” — Al Woodworth 21．(2.5分)Which of the following is not a story? A．Replaceable You. B．Cursed Daughters. C．Dead Money. D．The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny. 22．(2.5分)Who creates the character named Monife? A．Mary Roach. B．Seira Wilson. C．Oyinkan Braithwaite. D．Kaimi Tei. 23．(2.5分)Where does the detective story happen? A．In Nigeria. B．In Silicon Valley. C．In Italy. D．In Goa. （本题10分）For over five decades, the name Elaine Paige has been equal to the very best of British musical theatre. Paige’s journey to stardom is a theatrical legend. Before 1978, she was a working actress. That all changed when composer Andrew Webber and director Harold Prince were casting their new musical, Evita. Her performance was a surprise. She brought the controversial Argentine First Lady to life. Her powerful delivery of the anthem (颂歌) stopped the show every night and became an instant classic. The role earned her her first Society of London Theatre (Olivier) Award and brought her international fame. With a career defined by groundbreaking roles, a distinctive and infectious voice, and an unwavering devotion to her profession, she has earned the title “The First Lady of British Musical Theatre.” Following Evita, Paige continued to define an era of musical theatre by different characters: Grizabella in Cats(1981), Florence in Chess(1986). For over 15 years, she hosted the hugely popular weekly radio show Elaine Paige on Sunday on BBC Radio 2, further improving her role as an ambassador for the art form. She has also released over 20 solo albums, enjoying a successful career. Her contribution to the arts has been recognized with numerous honors. More than the awards and the titles, her legacy lies in the standard of excellence she set. She demonstrated that a leading lady could be powerful, vulnerable, complex, and attractive. She paved the way for a generation of British performers and introduced millions to the power of musical theatre through her iconic recordings and performances. With her infectious voice and distinguished career, she is not just a star; she is an institution. She remains a beloved and respected figure, whose name will forever be etched in the heart of musical theatre history. 24．(2.5分)Elaine Paige’s role in Evita was particularly significant because it ________. A．was her first cooperation with Tim Rice B．made her a well-known international star C．earned her a number-one single in the UK D．was a classic role in a revival of a musical 25．(2.5分)How is the second paragraph mainly developed? A．By using contrast. B．By quoting her words. C．By listing specific examples. D．By describing her experiences. 26．(2.5分)What does the underlined sentence mean in paragraph 3? A．She has an infectious voice. B．She has gained numerous honors. C．She has set the standard for British musical performers. D．She has become a long-lasting, respected symbol in musical theatre. 27．(2.5分)What is the main purpose of the passage? A．To analyze the character of Eva Perón in Evita. B．To introduce and celebrate the career of Elaine Paige. C．To criticize the development of British musical theatre. D．To explain the history of the Society of London Theatre Awards. （本题10分）Genres are often viewed as structural frameworks for literary texts, onto which elements like imagery, character, plot, and setting are layered. These frameworks are passed down through generations, evolving over time. Among all genres, the novel received the most critical attention in the twentieth century, often praised as the “king of genres” due to its reflection on the real world. Yet, in the nineteenth century, it was primarily seen as a form of middle-class entertainment. It was not until the twentieth century that the novel was lifted to the status of an art form, joining in the same league as painting or classical music. Later on, many scholars successively studied the characteristics of novels from the 18th and 19th centuries. Recently, in a book of Edwin Frank, Stranger Than Fiction, he raises an appealing question: Is there such a thing as a “twentieth-century novel”? Is it meaningful to distinguish the twentieth-century novel from the nineteenth-century one—or even from the novel of the twenty-first century? Frank thinks so. In his book, he illustrates how the twentieth-century novel matures into a distinct literary genre. The twentieth century was a period of violent change; therefore, violent change is what the twentieth-century novel reflects—not, or not only, in its subject matter but in its form. Frank suggests that, modern as the twentieth-century novel is, it shows the cultural relevance to development of societies. However, that relevance seems to have decreased. Today, the novel no longer holds a central place in the cultural conversation. People’s daily question has shifted from “What are you reading?” to “What are you streaming?” Television series have emerged as the dominant form of middle-class entertainment in the twenty-first century. Has influential television reshaped the role of the novel? Many nineteenth-century novels gained vitality in the twentieth century through film adaptations. Henry James, for example, would likely be pleased to know that The Portrait of a Lady has been adapted into a BBC miniseries, a feature film, and even a television version—each reaching a far larger audience than the original print edition could ever have hoped for. 28．(2.5分)Why did the novel gain recognition in the twentieth century? A．It mirrored real life. B．It displayed attractive characters. C．It was penned by the middle-class. D．It was presented in entertaining styles. 29．(2.5分)Which aspect of the twentieth-century novel does Stranger Than Fiction talk about? A．Its rises and falls. B．Its expansion and effect. C．Its significance and limitation. D．Its evolution and uniqueness. 30．(2.5分)What is the author’s attitude towards the current role of  the novel in paragraph 4? A．Optimistic. B．Indifferent. C．Content. D．Concerned. 31．(2.5分)What does the example of The Portrait of a Lady indicate? A．Novels lose their artistic appeal. B．Adaptations reduce novelsˈ flavor. C．Media breathe new life into novels. D．TV shows change the role of novels. （本题10分）For thousands of years, humans have dreamed of exploring outer space. This ancient dream has finally come true with the development of modern aerospace technology. Space exploration, known for high costs and strict technical requirements, has become an important sign of a country’s scientific strength. In the early days, space exploration projects were completely controlled by government space agencies. At that time, rocket launch and space equipment maintenance cost a huge amount of money. Ordinary private companies did not have enough money or technology to join this field. However, with technological progress, modern reusable rockets and simple space equipment have appeared. More private space companies have taken part in space research, bringing new development chances to this field. Though space exploration sounds far from daily life, it actually brings many practical benefits to ordinary people. Weather satellites can watch atmospheric and ocean changes in real time, helping people predict natural disasters and reduce losses. Space positioning technology supports smart transportation and global logistics. Besides, new materials created for space exploration are now widely used in medical devices and sports equipment. Space observation also helps scientists find new planets for future human exploration. However, space exploration still faces many unavoidable problems. Long-term stay in space will harm astronauts’ bones and cardiovascular health. Cosmic radiation may damage human body cells. What’s more, plenty of waste space equipment has become space debris. These fast-moving fragments may hit working satellites, causing serious safety problems for future space activities. Despite these technical and safety challenges, space exploration is still of great value. It not only helps humans know more about the universe but also encourages young people to study science. In the long run, space exploration will keep pushing human civilization forward. 32．(2.5分)What can we know about early space exploration? A．Wide private participation. B．Total government control. C．Low-cost rocket use. D．Civilian-tech improvement. 33．(2.5分)What practical benefit does space technology bring? A．Better transport management. B．Improved magnetic environment. C．Instant planet migration. D．Enhanced physical health. 34．(2.5分)What is the author’s view on current space exploration? A．Easy-to-solve technical problems. B．Space debris as the top threat. C．Minor radiation influence. D．Various restricting risks. 35．(2.5分)What is the author’s attitude toward space exploration? A．Critical. B．Doubtful. C．Uncertain. D．Cautiously optimistic. （本题12.5分）Schools across the country have invested billions of dollars in tablets, laptops, and high-speed internet with the expectation that more technology means better learning. 36(2.5分) A large body of evidence demonstrates that the issue is complicated, with more downsides than most people anticipate. Take, for example, an international study conducted by a global educational research organization. In it, researchers examined standardized testing data from 15-year-olds across dozens of countries. They found students using technology the most tended to perform worse than those using it moderately. A separate analysis revealed that the more hours American students spent daily on computers doing English language arts, the lower their reading scores. 37(2.5分) Another research found that higher levels of screen time at ages two and three were significantly associated with poorer performance on developmental screening tests at ages 3 and 5. But researchers say the evidence demonstrates that technology can also be used to promote learning. For example, a well-known educational research project found that using computers for research is associated with higher reading scores. 38(2.5分) How technology is used also matters. 39(2.5分) Instead of just putting devices in students’ hands, these nations used technology to support teacher collaboration, professional development, and lesson-sharing, which saw better outcomes than those that focused primarily on student-facing devices. 40(2.5分) To effectively support student learning, the research shows that moderate levels of technology use that support broader educational goals work best. A．But what does the research show? B．And the reality is far from satisfying. C．The same holds true for younger children, too. D．Using technology in educational settings is complex. E．Researchers found students performed worse without electronic devices. F．And other researchers found some literacy and math apps do support learning. G．A global educational research group found some nations with top-performing students used technology differently. 三、完形填空 （本题15分）Fio Silva is a talented muralist (壁画家) from Buenos Aires, Argentina. She lives in a common neighborhood of the city. She is good at painting beautiful murals with bright colors, bringing new life to ordinary city walls. Much of her inspiration comes from 41 . She has devoted nearly ten years to outdoor wall painting and gained high praise from local citizens. As Silva explains, “I think the idea that 42 me the most is that of movement and strength. I like painting 43 , especially birds, in a creative way. I try to make something that attracts people’s 44 not only for its colors or size. It is also something that can ‘be 45 ’ and tells you something.” Silva says that she took up her job almost 46 . “I began painting murals because a friend 47 me some spray cans (喷漆罐) for my birthday. And with that, I went to paint on the street for the first time, totally out of 48 . People in my neighborhood 49 gave up their walls to let me paint and there I fell in love with painting in the 50 space.” Silva is particularly careful with the 51 that she chooses to include in an artwork. As certain colors will 52 her feelings, producing a power that can transport the viewers from the 53 city surroundings into the quiet natural world. She often spends hours mixing different paint to get ideal tones before starting creation. City murals are wonderful public art that makes 54 life more beautiful. It is really exciting to see young artists keep their passion and use their skills to 55 the whole city. 41．(1分)A．science B．nature​ C．fashion​ D．book 42．(1分)A．moves B．worries C．frightens D．inspires 43．(1分)A．insects B．animals C．landscapes D．plants 44．(1分)A．talent B．respect C．attention D．wealth 45．(1分)A．read B．written C．bought​ D．taught 46．(1分)A．by design B．by chance​ C．on earth D．on purpose 47．(1分)A．lent​ B．passed​ C．sold​ D．sent 48．(1分)A．sight B．duty C．curiosity​ D．reach 49．(1分)A．warmly B．hopelessly C．strictly D．tiredly 50．(1分)A．narrow​ B．green C．public​ D．digital 51．(1分)A．brushes B．lines C．items D．colors 52．(1分)A．express B．receive C．hurt D．control 53．(1分)A．messy B．pretty​ C．noisy D．big 54．(1分)A．simple B．urban C．country D．healthy 55．(1分)A．turn up​ B．warm up​ C．carry out​ D．take out 四、语法填空 （本题15分）阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 In 2007, a tiny robot named i-Sobot “came to life” at a facility in Dongguan, Guangdong province. The remote-controlled robot, no larger than 56(1.5分) palm, could perform about 240 movements, including walking and climbing, with remarkable accuracy. This first-generation machine was a microcosm (缩影) of China’s early exploration into intelligent robotics, 57(1.5分) (plant) the seeds for a domestic smart equipment industry that would flourish over a span of nearly two decades. Fast forward to today, and the transformation is outstanding. Chinese robots 58(1.5分) (evolve) from basic walking motions to autonomous thinking and collaborative decision-making. They are no longer restricted to research labs 59(1.5分) have become concrete carriers of “new quality productive forces” — a concept driven by technological innovation, high 60(1.5分) (efficient), and high-quality output. Inside a factory in Dongguan, a direct-drive bipedal (双足行走的) robot named “Xingtian” moves 61(1.5分) (swift) through hazardous zones, performing transport, inspection, and exploration tasks 62(1.5分) once required human workers. On assembly lines in Zhaoqing, Guangdong, robotic 63(1.5分) (arm) operate in high-speed coordination, achieving millimeter-level precision that boosts manufacturing capacity while pushing factories toward full automation and unmanned operation. At a Southern Power Grid substation in Guangzhou, the provincial capital of Guangdong, a quadruped (四足的) robot “Feiyun” patrols 64(1.5分) the clock, ensuring power supply safety while freeing human workers from 65(1.5分) (repeat), high-risk tasks. Contrary to popular belief, these robots are not replacing humans — they are revolutionizing work patterns. 五、书信写作 66．（本题15分）假定你是李华，上周五你校举办了以“智创科技触碰未来（Smart Innovation Shapes the Future）”为主题的科技节活动。请你为校英文报写一篇报道，内容包括： 1. 活动目的； 2. 活动内容； 3. 活动意义。 注意： 1. 写作词数应为80左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 A Successful Sci-tech Festival ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 六、书面表达 67．（本题25分）阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 A few months before I started high school, my parents gave me the best gift: a cellphone. I spent the whole summer with my face in the screen. I didn’t pay attention to my family or the things around me. Being online was more important than being with people. So, you can guess how unhappy I was when I learned what my dad planned for our family vacation that year. “This year, ” my dad said, “we’re going to do something special. We’re going camping!” It was not my dream vacation because I was still thinking about my phone. In fact, I was so busy looking at my phone that I didn’t look up until we drove across a bridge to the campsite. I looked out of the window and saw tall redwood trees. Their branches (树枝) seemed to touch the sky. I saw a river, with dark water showing between the white rapids (激流). The air from the open windows was hot. But none of that caught my eye. The reason I looked up was much more serious: my phone had no service (网络信号). The last hour in the car was hard. My dad said he had chosen a campsite with no cell service, and my phone would be useless until we got home. I would be stuck in the forest for four days with no way to reach the outside world! On the first day, I went through every teenage feeling: I was angry, I asked for help, and I kept going between sadness and anger. I went to bed angrily that night. But when I woke up in the morning, something had changed. 注意：1. 续写词数应为150个左右，可参考文中加粗词汇部分； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 I stopped looking at my phone and started looking around me. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The next days went by fast because we did many fun things. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 试卷第1页，共3页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 2 / 2 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $