高中英语单元测试——Unit 2 Onwards and Upwards（较易版02）

高中英语单元测试——Unit 2 Onwards and Upwards（较易版02）（解析版） 学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________ 一、听力选择题 1．（本题1.5分）What does the woman think of learning to skate? A．It’s challenging. B．It’s dangerous. C．It’s money-consuming. 2．（本题1.5分）What are the speakers mainly talking about? A．The new school course. B．The woman's school life. C．A cooking class. 3．（本题1.5分）Why did the woman fail to get the job? A．She lacks work experience. B．She can’t speak Spanish. C．She can’t work full time. 4．（本题1.5分）What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A．Husband and wife. B．Neighbors. C．Policeman and witness. 5．（本题1.5分）What does the man think of the woman’s new project? A．It’s quite successful. B．It’s worth a try. C．It could end in failure. （本题3分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 6．(1.5分)What does the man believe is the meaning of life? A．Following his dreams. B．Being kind to everyone. C．Growing from mistakes. 7．(1.5分)What do the speakers agree on? A．Life is only about finding happiness. B．Small moments have great meaning. C．Family time always passes quickly. （本题3分）听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 8．(1.5分)What do we know about the writer? A．He can move fast. B．He was born disabled. C．He will travel alone. 9．(1.5分)How does the man find the writer? A．Encouraging. B．Strange. C．Stupid. （本题4.5分）听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 10．(1.5分)Why does Ms. McDaniel talk to Frank? A．He missed a speech. B．He failed to pass a test. C．He wanted to drop a class. 11．(1.5分)How would Ms. McDaniel’s students react if a speaker made a mistake? A．Laugh at the speaker. B．Sympathize with the speaker. C．Persuade the speaker to try again. 12．(1.5分)How does Ms. McDaniel sound? A．Optimistic. B．Humorous. C．Encouraging. （本题6分）听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 13．(1.5分)Where does the conversation probably take place? A．In a school gym. B．In the classroom. C．In a changing room. 14．(1.5分)What did Jason do just now? A．He got changed. B．He put up the nets. C．He played volleyball. 15．(1.5分)Who scores the most points for the basketball team? A．Jason. B．Kevin. C．Liam. 16．(1.5分)Why has Jason been chosen as the team captain? A．For his sports skills. B．For his leadership qualities. C．For his big-game experience. （本题6分）听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 17．(1.5分)What did Cameron sell online? A．Invitation cards. B．Vegetables. C．Toys. 18．(1.5分)When did Adam set up his business? A．At the age of 25. B．At the age of 15. C．At the age of 14. 19．(1.5分)Who gave Adam advice at the start of his business? A．His parents. B．His teachers. C．His friends. 20．(1.5分)What is Adam’s main business? A．To protect children online. B．To make suggestions on advertisements. C．To encourage teenagers to start a business. 二、阅读理解 （本题7.5分）Are you fighting for your dreams? Do you want to get some inspiration from others’ journeys? If so, don’t miss the following books. Outliers Malcolm Gladwell’s Outliers explores the factors that contribute to success. Through fascinating case studies, Gladwell argues that success is not only the result of individual talent but also a combination of opportunity, timing, and hard work. This book is perfect for anyone seeking to understand the secrets behind extraordinary achievements. The Glass Castle Jeannette Walls’ inspiring memoir(回忆录), The Glass Castle, describes her poor childhood in an unstable environment, highlighting the strength needed to overcome adversity. This book is ideal for those who want to understand human resilience and the journey toward self-acceptance and healing. The Road Less Traveled M. Scott Peck’s The Road Less Traveled is a powerful guide to personal growth and spiritual development. It discusses the challenges of living a meaningful life and offers insights on dealing with suffering, the importance of discipline, and spiritual maturity. This book helps readers find inner strength and live a more fulfilling life. Atomic Habits James Clear’s Atomic Habits is a practical guide to building good habits and breaking bad ones. Clear provides actionable strategies for making small changes that lead to significant improvements in life. This book is perfect for anyone looking to create lasting change and achieve their goals. 21．(2.5分)What does the book Outliers write about success? A．It is a combination of factors. B．It depends on personal talent. C．It is about understanding secrets. D．It means extraordinary achievements. 22．(2.5分)Which author grew up in poverty? A．Malcolm Gladwell. B．Jeannette Walls. C．M. Scott Peck. D．James Clear. 23．(2.5分)What is the common theme of the four books? A．Entertainment. B．Historical facts. C．Self-development. D．Scientific research. （本题10分）Niagara Falls State Park was filled with celebration and misty magic this week as a 105-year-old woman checked a major item off her list of dreams. Born in 1920, Emily Bula has lived through monumental moments in history and created a life filled with “love, laughter, polka dancing, and incredible stories”, according to a Facebook post from Niagara Falls State Park. However, there was still one adventure she hadn’t experienced. That adventure was getting up close to the roaring Niagara Falls aboard the legendary Maid of the Mist. That dream became a reality thanks to the teamwork of Harris Hill Nursing Facility and the staff of the Maid of the Mist. On the morning of July 24th, Emily boarded the tour boat surrounded by family, nursing home staff, and supporters. “Emily Bula… fulfilled her life-long dream of riding the legendary Maid of the Mist!” the park’s post reads. “With help from the amazing team at Harris Hill Nursing Facility and the Maid of the Mist, Emily boarded the all-electric boat this morning surrounded by loved ones, staff, and supporters — proving it’s never too late to chase a dream.” As the boat edged closer to the base of Horseshoe Falls, Emily experienced the powerful spray (浪花) firsthand. The moment was not just emotional for Emily and her family, but also for everyone watching. For those unfamiliar, the Maid of the Mist is a must-do boat tour operating out of Niagara Falls State Park since 1846. The tour offers visitors a thrilling experience as it takes them right into the basin of the falls. As for Emily, she’s now part of an elite (精英) group. She joins the ranks of America’s oldest citizens. According to the Gerontology Research Group, the oldest living person in the United States is currently over 115 years old. Emily Bula may not hold the record just yet, but with her spirit and energy, she’s certainly one of the most inspiring. Happy 105th birthday, Emily! 24．(2.5分)What was on Emily’s list of life-long dreams? A．To get close to the base of Horseshoe Falls. B．To tour the world on the Maid of the Mist. C．To visit Niagara Falls on the Maid of the Mist. D．To get aboard the Maid of the Mist with her family. 25．(2.5分)How did Emily feel when approaching the Horseshoe Falls? A．Excited. B．Horrified. C．Surprised. D．Disappointed. 26．(2.5分)What can we learn about the Maid of the Mist? A．It is a brand new, all-electric boat. B．It takes visitors directly to the top of the falls. C．It is specifically designed for senior citizens. D．It has been operating since the mid-19th century. 27．(2.5分)Why does the author mention the record of the Gerontology Research Group? A．To identify Emily’s real age. B．To introduce America’s elite group. C．To highlight Emily’s achievements. D．To show the average age of Americans. （本题10分）“If you’re running a race and you pass the person in second place, what place are you in?” The quiz is deceivingly simple, but the answer isn’t obvious. The reason for this question design is not to cheat people, but to figure out natural differences in their thinking styles. After reading the question, an intuitive (直觉的) answer is likely to be: Since only one place is better than second place, if passing the person in second place, surely you’d be first. In comparison, a slower, more reflective thinker might realize that by passing the person in second place, one person is still in front of you. System 1 is a fast and intuitive approach, which is often ruled by emotional responses, habits or instincts (本能). It has the advantage of creating fast solutions but typically tends to make common reasoning errors. System 2 describes a slow and careful approach, which includes more measured reflection on different choices. It has the advantage of leading to more purposeful results but is also connected with the cost of higher mental effort. The test question intended to measure people’s preferences of one thinking style over the other. However, in fact, most people use a mixture of System 1 and System 2 approaches, with the context determining which system is more influential. The relative importance of a task and the amount of time available to make a choice can both influence how you think. With this in mind, we may have to look back on our first question. Rather than trying to identify the better thinking style, the challenge appears to be one of finding balance. Knowing when to think fast and when to think slow might be the real game changer for lifting productivity and success. 28．(2.5分)What does the underlined word “deceivingly” in paragraph 1 mean? A．Seemingly. B．Heavily. C．Extremely. D．Strangely. 29．(2.5分)What do we know about reflective thinkers? A．They are worse at running races. B．They are more likely to make mistakes. C．They are easily influenced by emotions. D．They often think twice about everything. 30．(2.5分)What can be inferred from paragraph 4? A．It’s difficult to change one’s thinking style. B．Reflective thinking outweighs intuitive thinking. C．One’s thinking style is decided by certain factors. D．People usually prefer one thinking style to the other. 31．(2.5分)What may be the key to success according to the text? A．Ignoring intuitive responses. B．Figuring out the better thinking style. C．Changing the game rules to your advantage. D．Finding balance between fast and slow thinking. （本题10分）At top universities, there’s a phenomenon known as “Stanford Duck Syndrome (综合征)”. Like ducks, students appear to move gracefully (优雅地). However, beneath the surface, they’re kicking desperately to keep up. Experts from Stanford’s Health Services uncovered this troubling trend: during the day, many Stanford students are seen socializing in cafés, seemingly without any stress or the need to study. However, at night, they start studying, sometimes for the entire night, trying to maintain the image of effortless success. This comes at a high price: tiredness and anxiety are widespread. Furthermore, it leads to a common misconception: true talents achieve success with ease, while those working hard are less able. In an effort to challenge this misconception, researchers designed an experiment. Participants were asked to observe a series of colors carefully while scientists tracked their brain activity throughout the process. The experiment was divided into two parts: one with easily recognizable colors and the other with colors that were quite similar, requiring more effort to distinguish. As the difficulty of the task increased, there was a noticeable increase in brain activity, particularly in areas linked to memory and abstract reasoning. The study shows that as tasks require more effort, more areas of the brain become engaged. Growth doesn’t come from talent alone but from the consistent application of effort. Our brain functions like a muscle. Without effort, even our inborn talents will fade (衰退) over time. This pushes us to reconsider the underlying culture that might lead to this phenomenon. Instead of focusing too much on results or singing high praises for inborn talents, we should emphasize the learning process and continuous improvement. By encouraging a culture that values effort, we can help students realize that intelligence is not fixed but grows through hard work. Such a shift would not only reduce the pressures associated with the “Stanford Duck Syndrome”, but also have a profound impact on personal development and the future of education. 32．(2.5分)Which of the following is experiencing “Stanford Duck Syndrome”? A．Someone who thinks more of effort than well-being. B．Someone who reduces stress through social activities. C．Someone who shows graceful images to attract others. D．Someone who hides hard work to appear naturally gifted. 33．(2.5分)What can we learn about the experiment according to paragraph 3? A．It shows effort fuels the brain activity. B．It proves focus enhances brain function. C．It associates careful observation with talent. D．It links memory storage to abstract reasoning. 34．(2.5分)What is the author’s main concern about “Stanford Duck Syndrome”? A．It values the learning process over results. B．It causes stress and false ideas about success. C．It makes students focus too much on socializing. D．It prevents students from recognizing their talents. 35．(2.5分)Which of the following might the author agree with? A．Sweat is the ink that writes a masterpiece. B．Fortune favors those with high intelligence. C．Work in silence and let success make the noise. D．Talent plays a more critical role in success than effort. （本题12.5分）In my latest book, The Success Factor, I outline the four mindsets found in extreme high achievers. Many people wonder what sets top performers apart from ordinary ones. 36(2.5分) Stay driven from inside I have found that scientists are not driven by such motivators: promotions, diplomas or awards. If they were, those I interviewed would have quit doing science after winning a Nobel Prize. Instead, many leading scientists are still doing research long after they qualify for retirement. 37(2.5分) They simply love the process of discovery itself. 38(2.5分) There are always challenges on the way to success. Most people easily give up when facing difficulties. However, the high achievers face them bravely and keep moving forward. Eventually, they fear not trying more than they fear failing. They work hard to “control what they can control”, and they don’t think over issues and challenges that are beyond their control. Keep making progress 39(2.5分) What worked for them early on in their careers is what they continue with later. The scientists who have won a Nobel Prize are still designing experiments and writing papers to further their careers. They refuse to stand still even with great honors. They stick to their effective methods and keep moving toward higher goals. Keep learning informally Despite their advanced degrees and praise, the high achievers made a point of continuing their learning by reading books, articles and blogs, watching videos and talking to others. They never think they have learned enough and always stay hungry for new knowledge. 40(2.5分) In this way, they keep their knowledge up-to-date and their creativity fresh. No one aims to be average in life. People want to succeed but often lack the understanding of how to achieve more. So learning from top scientists can guide us in our own life and work. A．Persist and never give up. B．Set up a strong foundation. C．This book provides clear and practical answers. D．High achievers do not rest on their achievements. E．Reading widely is the only way to gain rich knowledge. F．Their inner motivation keeps them devoted to their work. G．They keep updating their knowledge and skills all the time. 三、完形填空 （本题15分）Three years ago, I participated in Model United Nations (MUN) held by the Education Department, which was a mock (模拟的) UN activity. During the two days, students were separated in different groups which 41 different countries to debate and try to solve problems. MUN has 42 awards: best delegates (代表), honorable mentions, and verbal commendations. Each time I participated in MUN, I made good 43 and undoubtedly got a few awards. But I often felt as if I’d 44 because I had never won the best delegate award. I 45 those who didn’t deserve to win the award but won it various times, and I was just filled with 46 at their success. But later I realized that it was also 47 not to get the award because I could actually 48 something, and that I shouldn’t 49 the best delegate award until I was the best delegate I could be. Failures are completely subjective — we can look at a result as a failure or a 50 . Any failure can be regarded as a(n) 51 because you can always learn something from it and do 52 next time. This is supported by John Locke’s theory that we are born with a blank slate: knowledge and ability are learned from our 53 . That’s true. If I make a mistake in the life practice, then I probably won’t 54 that next time. I believe this is 55 the best way to become better. 41．(1分)A．inspire B．condemn C．represent D．strengthen 42．(1分)A．various B．temporary C．identical D．false 43．(1分)A．predictions B．preparations C．appointments D．explanations 44．(1分)A．accelerated B．exited C．failed D．succeeded 45．(1分)A．witnessed B．trained C．expected D．approached 46．(1分)A．envy B．relief C．satisfaction D．delight 47．(1分)A．annoyed B．ashamed C．terrible D．good 48．(1分)A．display B．desert C．delete D．learn 49．(1分)A．miss B．win C．deliver D．value 50．(1分)A．victory B．bet C．bond D．loss 51．(1分)A．aim B．burden C．benefit D．limit 52．(1分)A．funnier B．better C．worse D．slower 53．(1分)A．experiences B．attitudes C．positions D．decisions 54．(1分)A．accept B．admit C．repeat D．notice 55．(1分)A．wrongly B．scarcely C．narrowly D．truly 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。 When Jessica Watkins was seven years old, she told her parents she wanted to become an astronaut. They smiled, 56(1.5分) (encourage) by her determination, but thought it was just a child’s dream. Twenty years later, Watkins proved them wrong. Growing up in a small town, she had limited access 57(1.5分) science museums or space camps. Yet she never gave up. Every night, she would study under the dim light, 58(1.5分) (complete) her homework before helping her younger siblings. Her hard work paid off. She earned a scholarship to a top university, 59(1.5分) she studied geology. After graduation, she applied to NASA’s astronaut program — twice. The first time, she was turned 60(1.5分) . But she didn’t let failure define her. She gained more experience, earned a doctorate, and applied again. In 2026, Watkins finally received 61(1.5分) call she had been waiting for. She was selected as one of twelve 62(1.5分) (candidate) for the Mars mission training program. When asked about her journey, she said, “Success is not about never 63(1.5分) (fall). It’s about getting up one more time than you fall.” Her story 64(1.5分) (share) widely on social media, inspiring millions of young people. Today, she serves as a powerful reminder that with persistence, even the 65(1.5分) (far) dreams can become reality. 五、书信写作 66．（本题15分）假设你是红星中学高三学生李华。你的英国好友Jim最近参加了汉语水平考试（HSK），因为过度紧张而没有通过，他感到很沮丧。请你给Jim写一封邮件，内容包括： 1. 表示安慰； 2. 推荐缓解考试紧张的小妙招。 注意：1.词数 100 左右； 2.开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数。 Dear Jim, ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 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。 Evan always believed that success followed a simple path: if you worked hard enough, good results would come. That idea stayed with him until his junior year, when his science teacher Mr. White announced a technology design competition. Seeing it as a chance to prove himself, Evan signed up at once, sure that his long hours of devotion would finally bring success. His project was a voice-controlled study helper, a small device that could respond to simple commands and remind users of their tasks. The idea sounded useful, and for weeks, Evan worked alone in his room, surrounded by notes, wires, and small parts. He rarely showed his work to others, believing that solving problems by himself meant real ability. When the device worked, Evan felt overjoyed. On the day of the competition, the school hall was full of energy. Machines lit up, screens flashed, and students spoke confidently about their designs. Some students demonstrated smart lights, while others presented robots or energy-saving inventions. Evan set up his device carefully and began his presentation. At first, everything seemed fine. But when the judges asked him to test it in a noisy environment, the device failed to respond. Evan repeated the command, adjusting the settings quickly, but the system stayed silent. Heat rose to his face as the voices around him seemed suddenly louder. The moment felt longer than it was, and soon the judges moved on. That evening, Evan sat at his desk, looking at the silent device. In the following days, he tried to avoid thinking about the competition, but his thoughts kept returning. While reading through his notebook, he noticed how often he had skipped careful testing because he was too eager to finish. He had trusted his first success too easily and ignored the possibility that real conditions might be different. What troubled him most was not simply the loss, but the realization that he had mistaken working alone for working well. 注意： （1）续写词数应为150个左右； （2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Determined not to let the failure define him, Evan started over. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Months later, Evan signed up for another technology design competition.   ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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 2 Onwards and Upwards（较易版02）（解析版） 学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________ 一、听力选择题 1．（本题1.5分）What does the woman think of learning to skate? A．It’s challenging. B．It’s dangerous. C．It’s money-consuming. 【答案】A 【原文】W: Skating is more difficult than I expected. After two weeks of practice, I still fall down a lot. M: It takes time to get the hang of it. Make sure to wear a helmet and knee pads to avoid getting hurt. 2．（本题1.5分）What are the speakers mainly talking about? A．The new school course. B．The woman's school life. C．A cooking class. 【答案】A 【原文】W: Did you know China’s new curriculum now focuses on practical life skills? M: Really? What kind of skills? W: Well, when the bell rings, students don’t just sit in the classroom. They head to the garden or the kitchen instead! 3．（本题1.5分）Why did the woman fail to get the job? A．She lacks work experience. B．She can’t speak Spanish. C．She can’t work full time. 【答案】A 【原文】M: They turned you down for that part-time job? Why? You speak good Spanish! W: Well, they wanted someone with teaching experience. 4．（本题1.5分）What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A．Husband and wife. B．Neighbors. C．Policeman and witness. 【答案】B 【原文】M: I thought I heard you scream, Miss Alice. What happened? Is there anything wrong? W: I just got home and discovered about 1000 dollars was missing. M: It’s too bad. You should call 911 at once. 5．（本题1.5分）What does the man think of the woman’s new project? A．It’s quite successful. B．It’s worth a try. C．It could end in failure. 【答案】C 【原文】M: I don’t want to upset you, but your new project may not succeed. Our company has never worked on a project involving AI before. W: Trust me, you will eat your words sooner or later. The project has a lot of potential. （本题3分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 6．(1.5分)What does the man believe is the meaning of life? A．Following his dreams. B．Being kind to everyone. C．Growing from mistakes. 7．(1.5分)What do the speakers agree on? A．Life is only about finding happiness. B．Small moments have great meaning. C．Family time always passes quickly. 【答案】6．C 7．B 【详解】M: Do you ever wonder what life really means? W: Sometimes I think life is about finding happiness. M: For me, I think it’s about personal growth and learning from our mistakes, which teach us about who we want to be and what truly matters. W: I think I’ve known what matters to me — the people I love and the things I care about, like staying with family and following my dreams. M: I see your point. Enjoying the little moments with family really means a lot. W: Definitely. （本题3分）听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 8．(1.5分)What do we know about the writer? A．He can move fast. B．He was born disabled. C．He will travel alone. 9．(1.5分)How does the man find the writer? A．Encouraging. B．Strange. C．Stupid. 【答案】8．B 9．A 【原文】W: What are you reading? M: It is a book written by a guy who was born without arms and legs. W: What? So how does he get around? M: He can actually walk pretty well but he can’t move that fast. He also has an assistant who helped him. He is actually quite successful. W: He must have worked pretty hard. M: Yeah, he travels around the world and gives speeches to young people. He’s changed many people’s lives. Even when nothing seemed positive, he stayed positive and put in even more effort. （本题4.5分）听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 10．(1.5分)Why does Ms. McDaniel talk to Frank? A．He missed a speech. B．He failed to pass a test. C．He wanted to drop a class. 11．(1.5分)How would Ms. McDaniel’s students react if a speaker made a mistake? A．Laugh at the speaker. B．Sympathize with the speaker. C．Persuade the speaker to try again. 12．(1.5分)How does Ms. McDaniel sound? A．Optimistic. B．Humorous. C．Encouraging. 【答案】10．C 11．B 12．C 【原文】W: Hi, Frank. I heard you plan to withdraw from the speech class. Can you tell me why? M: Well, Ms. McDaniel, I don’t think I can make it. Public speaking scares me. I just can’t get in front of a group and talk. W: What is it that you fear about speaking in front of a group? M: I am afraid I would look silly if I forget a word or say something stupid or if I shake or turn red. W: What would happen if you did run into one of these things? M: People would laugh at me. W: Well, Frank, your fear is really not based on facts. I once asked my students what they would do if someone in class forgot a word or made a mistake. They said they would feel bad for the speaker for they knew they would be in the speaker’s shoes some day. Does that make you feel better? M: Yeah, I guess. W: I hope you’ll stay in the class, and try a bit more. M: Okay. Thanks, Ms. McDaniel. （本题6分）听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 13．(1.5分)Where does the conversation probably take place? A．In a school gym. B．In the classroom. C．In a changing room. 14．(1.5分)What did Jason do just now? A．He got changed. B．He put up the nets. C．He played volleyball. 15．(1.5分)Who scores the most points for the basketball team? A．Jason. B．Kevin. C．Liam. 16．(1.5分)Why has Jason been chosen as the team captain? A．For his sports skills. B．For his leadership qualities. C．For his big-game experience. 【答案】13．A 14．C 15．C 16．B 【原文】W: OK, everyone. That’s enough for today. Put the volleyballs away and go get changed. Jason, stay behind, please. M: Sure, Coach. Do you need help putting up the badminton nets for the next class? W: No. In fact, I wanted to ask if you’d like to be our new basketball team captain. M: Captain? Me? W: Well, why not? M: Well... I’m just surprised because I’m not the best player. Liam is our best scorer. And Kevin is the best defender on the team. I can jump pretty high, I guess... W: You can. But that’s not why I pick you. I choose you because you’re a natural leader. M: Do you think so? W: Yes. Some of the others may be better athletes, but you know how to lead the team. And you think about the big picture, rather than just your own part in the game. M: Wow... thanks! W: So, what do you say? M: Yes, please. I’d love to! （本题6分）听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 17．(1.5分)What did Cameron sell online? A．Invitation cards. B．Vegetables. C．Toys. 18．(1.5分)When did Adam set up his business? A．At the age of 25. B．At the age of 15. C．At the age of 14. 19．(1.5分)Who gave Adam advice at the start of his business? A．His parents. B．His teachers. C．His friends. 20．(1.5分)What is Adam’s main business? A．To protect children online. B．To make suggestions on advertisements. C．To encourage teenagers to start a business. 【答案】17．C 18．C 19．A 20．B 【原文】 Most teenagers take on a part time job at the weekend or during the holiday. What if you’re young and don’t want to accept an easy but badly paid job? There are several young people whose clever ideas have made them a lot of money. Take Cameron Johnson from the USA, for example. He started to make money when he was only seven years old. He went round people’s houses and sold them vegetables. Then he designed invitation cards. When he discovered the importance of the Internet, he started selling toys online and by the age of fifteen he was earning over 25,000 dollars a day. The Internet also helped Adam Huff from the UK. He was only fourteen when he started his own Internet business with some friends. His teachers thought it was a waste of time and wanted him to spend more time on his schoolwork, but he didn’t listen to them. He got some business advice from his parents, and now his online business makes him more than 2 million pounds a year. Adam’s main business is advising businessmen about how they should advertise their products to teenagers. He also works to protect children online. Adam is now 25 and one of the richest men in the UK. It can be very cheap for young people to start a business online. All you need is confidence and some good ideas. You can make a lot more money than a Saturday job in a shop. 二、阅读理解 （本题7.5分）Are you fighting for your dreams? Do you want to get some inspiration from others’ journeys? If so, don’t miss the following books. Outliers Malcolm Gladwell’s Outliers explores the factors that contribute to success. Through fascinating case studies, Gladwell argues that success is not only the result of individual talent but also a combination of opportunity, timing, and hard work. This book is perfect for anyone seeking to understand the secrets behind extraordinary achievements. The Glass Castle Jeannette Walls’ inspiring memoir(回忆录), The Glass Castle, describes her poor childhood in an unstable environment, highlighting the strength needed to overcome adversity. This book is ideal for those who want to understand human resilience and the journey toward self-acceptance and healing. The Road Less Traveled M. Scott Peck’s The Road Less Traveled is a powerful guide to personal growth and spiritual development. It discusses the challenges of living a meaningful life and offers insights on dealing with suffering, the importance of discipline, and spiritual maturity. This book helps readers find inner strength and live a more fulfilling life. Atomic Habits James Clear’s Atomic Habits is a practical guide to building good habits and breaking bad ones. Clear provides actionable strategies for making small changes that lead to significant improvements in life. This book is perfect for anyone looking to create lasting change and achieve their goals. 21．(2.5分)What does the book Outliers write about success? A．It is a combination of factors. B．It depends on personal talent. C．It is about understanding secrets. D．It means extraordinary achievements. 22．(2.5分)Which author grew up in poverty? A．Malcolm Gladwell. B．Jeannette Walls. C．M. Scott Peck. D．James Clear. 23．(2.5分)What is the common theme of the four books? A．Entertainment. B．Historical facts. C．Self-development. D．Scientific research. 【答案】21．A 22．B 23．C 【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了帮助个人提升，实现自我发展的四本书：Malcolm Gladwell的《Outliers》，Jeannette Walls的《The Glass Castle》，M. Scott Peck的《The Road Less Traveled》，以及James Clear的《Atomic Habits》。 【详解】21．细节理解题。根据文章Outliers部分内容“Through fascinating case studies, Gladwell argues that success is not only the result of individual talent but also a combination of opportunity, timing, and hard work.(通过引人入胜的案例研究，Gladwell认为成功不仅是个人天赋的结果，也是机会、时机和努力的结合。)”可知，在书中，成功被描述为个人天赋，机会，时机以及努力多种因素的综合体。故选A项。 22．细节理解题。根据文章The Glass Castle部分内容“Jeannette Walls’ inspiring memoir, The Glass Castle, describes her poor childhood in an unstable environment, highlighting the strength needed to overcome adversity.(Jeannette Walls的鼓舞人心的回忆录《The Glass Castle》描述了她在不稳定环境中的贫穷童年，强调了克服逆境所需的力量。)”可知，《The Glass Castle》的作者Jeannette Wall的童年经历了贫穷，不稳定。故选B项。 23．推理判断题。通过阅读文章内容，根据书籍描述中关键词句可知，“Outliers”中“understand the secrets behind extraordinary achievements(了解非凡成就背后的秘密)”可知，该书探讨成功因素，强调个人成就；“The Glass Castle”中“highlighting the strength needed to overcome adversity(强调克服逆境所需的力量)”可知，该书关注克服逆境和个人韧性；“The Road Less Traveled”中“a powerful guide to personal growth and spiritual development(个人成长和精神发展的有力指南)”可知，该书聚焦个人成长和精神发展；“Atomic Habits”中内容“a practical guide to building good habits and breaking bad ones (养成好习惯和改掉坏习惯的实用指南)”可知，该书提供自我改进的实用策略。由此推知，所有书都涉及个人提升、自我发展和克服挑战，即，它们的共同主题是自我发展（self-development）。故选C项。 （本题10分）Niagara Falls State Park was filled with celebration and misty magic this week as a 105-year-old woman checked a major item off her list of dreams. Born in 1920, Emily Bula has lived through monumental moments in history and created a life filled with “love, laughter, polka dancing, and incredible stories”, according to a Facebook post from Niagara Falls State Park. However, there was still one adventure she hadn’t experienced. That adventure was getting up close to the roaring Niagara Falls aboard the legendary Maid of the Mist. That dream became a reality thanks to the teamwork of Harris Hill Nursing Facility and the staff of the Maid of the Mist. On the morning of July 24th, Emily boarded the tour boat surrounded by family, nursing home staff, and supporters. “Emily Bula… fulfilled her life-long dream of riding the legendary Maid of the Mist!” the park’s post reads. “With help from the amazing team at Harris Hill Nursing Facility and the Maid of the Mist, Emily boarded the all-electric boat this morning surrounded by loved ones, staff, and supporters — proving it’s never too late to chase a dream.” As the boat edged closer to the base of Horseshoe Falls, Emily experienced the powerful spray (浪花) firsthand. The moment was not just emotional for Emily and her family, but also for everyone watching. For those unfamiliar, the Maid of the Mist is a must-do boat tour operating out of Niagara Falls State Park since 1846. The tour offers visitors a thrilling experience as it takes them right into the basin of the falls. As for Emily, she’s now part of an elite (精英) group. She joins the ranks of America’s oldest citizens. According to the Gerontology Research Group, the oldest living person in the United States is currently over 115 years old. Emily Bula may not hold the record just yet, but with her spirit and energy, she’s certainly one of the most inspiring. Happy 105th birthday, Emily! 24．(2.5分)What was on Emily’s list of life-long dreams? A．To get close to the base of Horseshoe Falls. B．To tour the world on the Maid of the Mist. C．To visit Niagara Falls on the Maid of the Mist. D．To get aboard the Maid of the Mist with her family. 25．(2.5分)How did Emily feel when approaching the Horseshoe Falls? A．Excited. B．Horrified. C．Surprised. D．Disappointed. 26．(2.5分)What can we learn about the Maid of the Mist? A．It is a brand new, all-electric boat. B．It takes visitors directly to the top of the falls. C．It is specifically designed for senior citizens. D．It has been operating since the mid-19th century. 27．(2.5分)Why does the author mention the record of the Gerontology Research Group? A．To identify Emily’s real age. B．To introduce America’s elite group. C．To highlight Emily’s achievements. D．To show the average age of Americans. 【答案】24．C 25．A 26．D 27．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了一位百岁老人在众人帮助下实现毕生梦想的暖心故事。 【详解】24． 细节理解题。根据第二段中“However, there was still one adventure she hadn’t experienced. That adventure was getting up close to the roaring Niagara Falls aboard the legendary Maid of the Mist. (然而，有一项冒险她还没有经历过。那场冒险就是乘坐传说中的“雾中少女号”近距离观赏气势磅礴的尼亚加拉大瀑布)”可知，Emily毕生的梦想是乘坐“雾中少女号”游览尼亚加拉大瀑布。故选C。 25．推理判断题。根据第四段中“As the boat edged closer to the base of Horseshoe Falls, Emily experienced the powerful spray firsthand. The moment was not just emotional for Emily and her family, but also for everyone watching. (当船慢慢靠近马蹄瀑布底部时，Emily亲身感受到了强劲的水花。这一刻不仅对Emily和她的家人来说是激动人心的，对所有观看的人来说也是如此。)”可知，Emily靠近马蹄瀑布时心情是兴奋激动的。故选A。 26．细节理解题。根据第五段中“For those unfamiliar, the Maid of the Mist is a must-do boat tour operating out of Niagara Falls State Park since 1846. (对于那些不熟悉的人来说，“雾中少女号”是一项从1846年开始就在尼亚加拉瀑布州立公园运营的必体验游船项目。)”可知，该游船从19世纪中期开始运营。故选D。 27．推理判断题。根据第六段中“According to the Gerontology Research Group, the oldest living person in the United States is currently over 115 years old. Emily Bula may not hold the record just yet, but with her spirit and energy, she’s certainly one of the most inspiring. (据老年学研究小组称，美国目前最长寿的人已超过115岁。Emily Bula可能还没有创下纪录，但以她的精神和活力，她无疑是最鼓舞人心的人之一。)”可知，作者提及老年学研究小组的记录是为了突出Emily的成就——以105岁高龄实现梦想的精神令人敬佩。故选C。 （本题10分）“If you’re running a race and you pass the person in second place, what place are you in?” The quiz is deceivingly simple, but the answer isn’t obvious. The reason for this question design is not to cheat people, but to figure out natural differences in their thinking styles. After reading the question, an intuitive (直觉的) answer is likely to be: Since only one place is better than second place, if passing the person in second place, surely you’d be first. In comparison, a slower, more reflective thinker might realize that by passing the person in second place, one person is still in front of you. System 1 is a fast and intuitive approach, which is often ruled by emotional responses, habits or instincts (本能). It has the advantage of creating fast solutions but typically tends to make common reasoning errors. System 2 describes a slow and careful approach, which includes more measured reflection on different choices. It has the advantage of leading to more purposeful results but is also connected with the cost of higher mental effort. The test question intended to measure people’s preferences of one thinking style over the other. However, in fact, most people use a mixture of System 1 and System 2 approaches, with the context determining which system is more influential. The relative importance of a task and the amount of time available to make a choice can both influence how you think. With this in mind, we may have to look back on our first question. Rather than trying to identify the better thinking style, the challenge appears to be one of finding balance. Knowing when to think fast and when to think slow might be the real game changer for lifting productivity and success. 28．(2.5分)What does the underlined word “deceivingly” in paragraph 1 mean? A．Seemingly. B．Heavily. C．Extremely. D．Strangely. 29．(2.5分)What do we know about reflective thinkers? A．They are worse at running races. B．They are more likely to make mistakes. C．They are easily influenced by emotions. D．They often think twice about everything. 30．(2.5分)What can be inferred from paragraph 4? A．It’s difficult to change one’s thinking style. B．Reflective thinking outweighs intuitive thinking. C．One’s thinking style is decided by certain factors. D．People usually prefer one thinking style to the other. 31．(2.5分)What may be the key to success according to the text? A．Ignoring intuitive responses. B．Figuring out the better thinking style. C．Changing the game rules to your advantage. D．Finding balance between fast and slow thinking. 【答案】28．A 29．D 30．C 31．D 【导语】这篇文章借助赛跑谜题介绍直觉型与深思型两种思维模式。多数人混合运用二者，不必区分优劣，平衡快慢思考才是取得成功的关键。 【详解】28．词句猜测题。根据划线单词后文“but the answer isn’t obvious.(但答案并不明显。)”可知，but表转折，指谜题看似简单，答案却并不明显。故猜测deceivingly意为“表面上，看似”，与A选项seemingly（表面上地）语义最贴近。 29．细节理解题。根据第三段中“System 2 describes a slow and careful approach, which includes more measured reflection on different choices. (系统2则描述一种缓慢而谨慎的思考方式，涉及对不同选择进行更审慎的反思。)”可知，关于反思型思维者，我们了解到他们经常对每件事都三思。 30．推理判断题。根据第四段“The test question intended to measure people’s preferences of one thinking style over the other. However, in fact, most people use a mixture of System 1 and System 2 approaches, with the context determining which system is more influential. The relative importance of a task and the amount of time available to make a choice can both influence how you think.(这个测试题目旨在衡量人们对两种思维方式偏好的选择。然而事实上，大多数人会同时运用系统1和系统2的思维方式，具体采用哪种方式取决于情境。任务的相对重要性以及做出选择所拥有的时间，都可能影响你的思考方式。)”可推知，一个人的思维方式由某些因素决定。 31．细节理解题。根据最后一段中“Rather than trying to identify the better thinking style, the challenge appears to be one of finding balance. Knowing when to think fast and when to think slow might be the real game changer for lifting productivity and success.(与其试图确定哪种思维模式更优，挑战似乎在于找到平衡。懂得何时快速思考、何时慢速思考，可能是提升生产力与成功的关键所在。)”可知，成功的关键可能是在快速思考和慢速思考之间找到平衡。 （本题10分）At top universities, there’s a phenomenon known as “Stanford Duck Syndrome (综合征)”. Like ducks, students appear to move gracefully (优雅地). However, beneath the surface, they’re kicking desperately to keep up. Experts from Stanford’s Health Services uncovered this troubling trend: during the day, many Stanford students are seen socializing in cafés, seemingly without any stress or the need to study. However, at night, they start studying, sometimes for the entire night, trying to maintain the image of effortless success. This comes at a high price: tiredness and anxiety are widespread. Furthermore, it leads to a common misconception: true talents achieve success with ease, while those working hard are less able. In an effort to challenge this misconception, researchers designed an experiment. Participants were asked to observe a series of colors carefully while scientists tracked their brain activity throughout the process. The experiment was divided into two parts: one with easily recognizable colors and the other with colors that were quite similar, requiring more effort to distinguish. As the difficulty of the task increased, there was a noticeable increase in brain activity, particularly in areas linked to memory and abstract reasoning. The study shows that as tasks require more effort, more areas of the brain become engaged. Growth doesn’t come from talent alone but from the consistent application of effort. Our brain functions like a muscle. Without effort, even our inborn talents will fade (衰退) over time. This pushes us to reconsider the underlying culture that might lead to this phenomenon. Instead of focusing too much on results or singing high praises for inborn talents, we should emphasize the learning process and continuous improvement. By encouraging a culture that values effort, we can help students realize that intelligence is not fixed but grows through hard work. Such a shift would not only reduce the pressures associated with the “Stanford Duck Syndrome”, but also have a profound impact on personal development and the future of education. 32．(2.5分)Which of the following is experiencing “Stanford Duck Syndrome”? A．Someone who thinks more of effort than well-being. B．Someone who reduces stress through social activities. C．Someone who shows graceful images to attract others. D．Someone who hides hard work to appear naturally gifted. 33．(2.5分)What can we learn about the experiment according to paragraph 3? A．It shows effort fuels the brain activity. B．It proves focus enhances brain function. C．It associates careful observation with talent. D．It links memory storage to abstract reasoning. 34．(2.5分)What is the author’s main concern about “Stanford Duck Syndrome”? A．It values the learning process over results. B．It causes stress and false ideas about success. C．It makes students focus too much on socializing. D．It prevents students from recognizing their talents. 35．(2.5分)Which of the following might the author agree with? A．Sweat is the ink that writes a masterpiece. B．Fortune favors those with high intelligence. C．Work in silence and let success make the noise. D．Talent plays a more critical role in success than effort. 【答案】32．D 33．A 34．B 35．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了“斯坦福鸭子综合征”，指一些学生在表面上表现得轻松自在，但实际上在背后付出了巨大的努力，这种努力隐藏的现象导致了压力和关于成功的错误观念。 【详解】32．推理判断题。由文章第一段“At top universities, there’s a phenomenon known as “Stanford Duck Syndrome (综合征)”. Like ducks, students appear to move gracefully (优雅地). However, beneath the surface, they’re kicking desperately to keep up. (在顶尖大学中，有一种被称为“斯坦福鸭子综合征”的现象。就像鸭子一样，学生们表面上看起来行动优雅。然而，在水面之下，他们正拼命划水以跟上节奏。)”和第二段中“Experts from Stanford’s Health Services uncovered this troubling trend: during the day, many Stanford students are seen socializing in cafés, seemingly without any stress or the need to study. However, at night, they start studying, sometimes for the entire night, trying to maintain the image of effortless success. (斯坦福大学健康服务的专家揭示了这一令人担忧的趋势：白天，许多斯坦福学生被看到在咖啡馆里社交，似乎没有任何压力或学习的需求。然而，到了晚上，他们开始学习，有时甚至通宵达旦，试图维持那种毫不费力的成功形象。)”可知，“斯坦福鸭子综合征”描述的是学生们表面上看起来轻松优雅，实际上却在背后拼命努力，以维持自己轻松成功的形象。即隐藏努力工作以显得天生聪明。故选D。 33．细节理解题。由文章第三段中“As the difficulty of the task increased, there was a noticeable increase in brain activity, particularly in areas linked to memory and abstract reasoning. (随着任务难度的增加，大脑活动明显增加，特别是在与记忆和抽象推理相关的区域。)”和第四段中“The study shows that as tasks require more effort, more areas of the brain become engaged. (这项研究表明，随着任务需要更多的努力，大脑更多的区域会变得活跃。)”可知，实验通过展示任务难度增加时，大脑活动特别是与记忆和抽象推理相关的区域活动明显增加，来挑战“天才轻松成功，努力者能力不足”的误解，证明了努力会激发大脑活动。故选A。 34．细节理解题。由文章第二段中“This comes at a high price: tiredness and anxiety are widespread. Furthermore, it leads to a common misconception: true talents achieve success with ease, while those working hard are less able. (但这代价高昂：疲惫与焦虑四处蔓延。此外，这还催生了一种普遍的错误认知：真正的天才轻轻松松就能获得成功，而埋头苦干之人反倒能力不足。)”可知，作者对“斯坦福鸭子综合征”的主要担忧是它导致学生产生对成功的错误观念，即认为真正的天才能够轻松取得成功，而努力工作的人则能力较差。故选B。 35．推理判断题。由文章倒数第二段中“Growth doesn’t come from talent alone but from the consistent application of effort. Our brain functions like a muscle. Without effort, even our inborn talents will fade over time. (成长不仅仅来自天赋，还来自持续的努力。我们的大脑就像肌肉一样。如果不努力，即使我们天生的才能也会随着时间的推移而消退。)”和最后一段“By encouraging a culture that values effort, we can help students realize that intelligence is not fixed but grows through hard work. (通过鼓励一种重视努力的文化，我们可以帮助学生认识到智力不是固定的，而是可以通过努力工作得到发展的。)”可知，作者认为成长不仅来自天赋，还来自持续的努力，大脑就像肌肉一样，如果不努力，即使天生的才能也会随时间消退，鼓励重视努力的文化可以帮助学生意识到智力不是固定的，而是通过努力工作成长的。因此，作者可能会同意“汗水是书写杰作的墨水”这一观点，即努力是取得成功的关键。故选A。 （本题12.5分）In my latest book, The Success Factor, I outline the four mindsets found in extreme high achievers. Many people wonder what sets top performers apart from ordinary ones. 36(2.5分) Stay driven from inside I have found that scientists are not driven by such motivators: promotions, diplomas or awards. If they were, those I interviewed would have quit doing science after winning a Nobel Prize. Instead, many leading scientists are still doing research long after they qualify for retirement. 37(2.5分) They simply love the process of discovery itself. 38(2.5分) There are always challenges on the way to success. Most people easily give up when facing difficulties. However, the high achievers face them bravely and keep moving forward. Eventually, they fear not trying more than they fear failing. They work hard to “control what they can control”, and they don’t think over issues and challenges that are beyond their control. Keep making progress 39(2.5分) What worked for them early on in their careers is what they continue with later. The scientists who have won a Nobel Prize are still designing experiments and writing papers to further their careers. They refuse to stand still even with great honors. They stick to their effective methods and keep moving toward higher goals. Keep learning informally Despite their advanced degrees and praise, the high achievers made a point of continuing their learning by reading books, articles and blogs, watching videos and talking to others. They never think they have learned enough and always stay hungry for new knowledge. 40(2.5分) In this way, they keep their knowledge up-to-date and their creativity fresh. No one aims to be average in life. People want to succeed but often lack the understanding of how to achieve more. So learning from top scientists can guide us in our own life and work. A．Persist and never give up. B．Set up a strong foundation. C．This book provides clear and practical answers. D．High achievers do not rest on their achievements. E．Reading widely is the only way to gain rich knowledge. F．Their inner motivation keeps them devoted to their work. G．They keep updating their knowledge and skills all the time. 【答案】36．C 37．F 38．A 39．D 40．G 【导语】文章主要介绍了顶尖成就者区别于普通人的四种心态：保持内在驱动力、坚持不懈、持续进步、持续非正式学习。 【详解】36．由上文“In my latest book, The Success Factor, I outline the four mindsets found in extreme high achievers. Many people wonder what sets top performers apart from ordinary ones. (在我最新的书《成功因素》中，我概述了极高成就者身上的四种心态。许多人想知道是什么让顶尖表现者区别于普通人。)”可知，本空要说这本书提供了答案，C选项“This book provides clear and practical answers. (这本书提供了清晰而实用的答案。)”能承接上文，符合题意，该选项中的“This book”指代上文的“The Success Factor”，且该选项中的“clear and practical answers”与上文的“Many people wonder”相呼应，表示回应了人们的疑问，引出下文对四种心态的具体阐述。 37．由上文“I have found that scientists are not driven by such motivators: promotions, diplomas or awards. If they were, those I interviewed would have quit doing science after winning a Nobel Prize. Instead, many leading scientists are still doing research long after they qualify for retirement. (我发现科学家并非由晋升、文凭或奖项等动机驱动。如果是这样，我采访的那些人在获得诺贝尔奖后就会放弃科学研究。相反，许多顶尖科学家在符合退休资格后仍在继续研究。)”以及下文“They simply love the process of discovery itself. (他们只是热爱发现过程本身。)”可知，本空要说内在动机驱使他们投入工作，F选项“Their inner motivation keeps them devoted to their work. (他们的内在动机使他们专注于工作。)”能承上启下，符合题意，该选项中的“Their inner motivation”与上文的“not driven by such motivators: promotions, diplomas or awards”形成对比，表示外在奖励不是驱动力，内在热爱才是，且该选项中的“devoted to their work”与下文的“simply love the process”相呼应，表示内在动机让他们持续投入。 38．由下文“There are always challenges on the way to success. Most people easily give up when facing difficulties. However, the high achievers face them bravely and keep moving forward. (通往成功的路上总有挑战。大多数人面对困难时轻易放弃。然而，高成就者勇敢面对并继续前进。)”可知，本段主要讲坚持不懈、永不放弃，A选项“Persist and never give up. (坚持不懈，永不放弃。)”能引出下文，符合题意，该选项作为小标题，与上下文的“Stay driven from inside”和“Keep making progress”保持一致的祈使句结构，且该选项中的“Persist and never give up”与下文的“face them bravely and keep moving forward”和“fear not trying more than they fear failing”相呼应，表示本段主题是面对困难时的坚持。 39．由下文“What worked for them early on in their careers is what they continue with later. The scientists who have won a Nobel Prize are still designing experiments and writing papers to further their careers. They refuse to stand still even with great honors. (他们在职业生涯后期依然沿用早期行之有效的方法。获得诺贝尔奖的科学家仍在设计实验和撰写论文以推进他们的事业。即使拥有巨大荣誉，他们也不愿停滞不前。)”可知，本空要说高成就者不满足于已有成就，D选项“High achievers do not rest on their achievements. (高成就者不躺在功劳簿上。)”能引出下文，符合题意，该选项中的“do not rest on their achievements”与下文的“still designing experiments and writing papers”和“refuse to stand still even with great honors”相呼应，表示即使取得巨大成就仍继续前进。 40．由上文“Despite their advanced degrees and praise, the high achievers made a point of continuing their learning by reading books, articles and blogs, watching videos and talking to others. They never think they have learned enough and always stay hungry for new knowledge. (尽管拥有高等学位和赞誉，高成就者仍坚持通过阅读书籍、文章和博客，观看视频和与他人交谈来继续学习。他们从不认为自己学得足够多，始终对新知识保持渴望。)”以及下文“In this way, they keep their knowledge up-to-date and their creativity fresh. (通过这种方式，他们保持知识更新和创造力鲜活。)”可知，本空要说他们持续更新知识和技能，G选项“They keep updating their knowledge and skills all the time. (他们一直在更新自己的知识和技能。)”能承上启下，符合题意，该选项中的“updating their knowledge and skills”与上文的“continuing their learning”和“stay hungry for new knowledge”相呼应，且该选项中的“all the time”与下文的“keep their knowledge up-to-date”相呼应，表示持续学习带来知识更新和创造力保持。 三、完形填空 （本题15分）Three years ago, I participated in Model United Nations (MUN) held by the Education Department, which was a mock (模拟的) UN activity. During the two days, students were separated in different groups which 41 different countries to debate and try to solve problems. MUN has 42 awards: best delegates (代表), honorable mentions, and verbal commendations. Each time I participated in MUN, I made good 43 and undoubtedly got a few awards. But I often felt as if I’d 44 because I had never won the best delegate award. I 45 those who didn’t deserve to win the award but won it various times, and I was just filled with 46 at their success. But later I realized that it was also 47 not to get the award because I could actually 48 something, and that I shouldn’t 49 the best delegate award until I was the best delegate I could be. Failures are completely subjective — we can look at a result as a failure or a 50 . Any failure can be regarded as a(n) 51 because you can always learn something from it and do 52 next time. This is supported by John Locke’s theory that we are born with a blank slate: knowledge and ability are learned from our 53 . That’s true. If I make a mistake in the life practice, then I probably won’t 54 that next time. I believe this is 55 the best way to become better. 41．(1分)A．inspire B．condemn C．represent D．strengthen 42．(1分)A．various B．temporary C．identical D．false 43．(1分)A．predictions B．preparations C．appointments D．explanations 44．(1分)A．accelerated B．exited C．failed D．succeeded 45．(1分)A．witnessed B．trained C．expected D．approached 46．(1分)A．envy B．relief C．satisfaction D．delight 47．(1分)A．annoyed B．ashamed C．terrible D．good 48．(1分)A．display B．desert C．delete D．learn 49．(1分)A．miss B．win C．deliver D．value 50．(1分)A．victory B．bet C．bond D．loss 51．(1分)A．aim B．burden C．benefit D．limit 52．(1分)A．funnier B．better C．worse D．slower 53．(1分)A．experiences B．attitudes C．positions D．decisions 54．(1分)A．accept B．admit C．repeat D．notice 55．(1分)A．wrongly B．scarcely C．narrowly D．truly 【答案】 41．C 42．A 43．B 44．C 45．A 46．A 47．D 48．D 49．B 50．A 51．C 52．B 53．A 54．C 55．D 【导语】本文讲述了作者参加模拟联合国活动时，虽多次获奖但从未获得最佳代表奖，起初感到失落和嫉妒，后来意识到失败是主观的，任何失败都可以看作是一种益处，因为总能从中学到东西并在下次做得更好，作者认为这是变得更好的真正方法。 【详解】41．考查动词。句意：在这两天里，学生们被分成不同的小组，代表不同的国家进行辩论并尝试解决问题。A. inspire激励；B. condemn谴责；C. represent代表；D. strengthen加强。根据前文“Model United Nations (MUN)”可知，Model United Nations (MUN) 是模拟联合国的活动，核心环节就是学生代表不同的国家进行辩论。 42．考查形容词。句意：模拟联合国有各种各样的奖项：最佳代表、荣誉提名奖、口头表彰奖。A. various各种各样的；B. temporary暂时的；C. identical相同的；D. false错误的。根据后文“best delegates (代表), honorable mentions, and verbal commendations.”可知，模拟联合国有各种各样的奖项。 43．考查名词。句意：每次我参加模拟联合国，我都会做好充分的准备，毫无疑问地获得了一些奖项。A. predictions预测；B. preparations准备；C. appointments约会；D. explanations解释。根据后文“and undoubtedly got a few awards”可知，作者做好充分准备，才能获奖。 44．考查动词。句意：但我经常觉得自己好像失败了，因为我从未获得过最佳代表奖。A. accelerated加速；B. exited退出；C. failed失败；D. succeeded成功。根据后文“because I had never won the best delegate award”可知，因为从未获得过最佳代表奖，所以作者觉得自己好像失败了。 45．考查动词。句意：我目睹了那些不配获奖的人多次获奖，我对他们的成功充满了嫉妒。A. witnessed目睹；B. trained训练；C. expected期望；D. approached接近。该动词的宾语是后文“those who didn’t deserve to win the award but won it various times”，描述的是一个作者观察到的客观现象。因此，这是作者“目睹”到的事情。 46．考查名词。句意：我目睹了那些不配获奖的人多次获奖，我对他们的成功充满了嫉妒。A. envy嫉妒；B. relief宽慰；C. satisfaction满意；D. delight高兴。根据前文“those who didn’t deserve to win the award but won it various times”可知，不配获奖的人多次获奖，作者会充满嫉妒。 47．考查形容词。句意：但后来我意识到，没有获奖也是件好事，因为我实际上可以学到一些东西，而且在我成为最好的代表之前，我不应该赢得最佳代表奖。A. annoyed恼怒的；B. ashamed羞愧的；C. terrible糟糕的；D. good好的。根据后文“because I could actually ____ something”可知，没有获奖也是件好事，因为可以学到东西。 48．考查动词。句意：但后来我意识到，没有获奖也是件好事，因为我实际上可以学到一些东西，而且在我成为最好的代表之前，我不应该赢得最佳代表奖。A. display展示；B. desert抛弃；C. delete删除；D. learn学习。根据后文“Any failure can be regarded as a(n) ____ because you can always learn something from it”可知，没有获奖的话，可以学到一些东西。 49．考查动词。句意：但后来我意识到，没有获奖也是件好事，因为我实际上可以学到一些东西，而且在我成为最好的代表之前，我不应该赢得最佳代表奖。A. miss错过；B. win赢得；C. deliver递送；D. value重视。根据后文“until I was the best delegate I could be”可知，作者认为“获奖”应在自身能力真正匹配之后。 50．考查名词。句意：失败完全是主观的——我们可以把结果看作失败或胜利。A. victory胜利；B. bet打赌；C. bond纽带；D. loss损失。根据前文“Failures are completely subjective”可知，失败是主观的，破折号后的内容是对“主观”的解释，其中“or”连接一对反义词，与“failure”构成对比关系的只有“victory”。这体现了看待结果的两种对立视角。 51．考查名词。句意：任何失败都可以被视为一种益处，因为你总能从中学到东西，并在下次做得更好。A. aim目标；B. burden负担；C. benefit益处；D. limit限制。根据后文“because you can always learn something from it”可知，能从失败中学到东西，所以失败可以视为一种益处。 52．考查形容词。句意：任何失败都可以被视为一种益处，因为你总能从中学到东西，并在下次做得更好。A. funnier更有趣的；B. better更好的；C. worse更糟糕的；D. slower更慢的。根据前文“you can always learn something from it”可知，能从失败中学到东西，下次就能做得更好。 53．考查名词。句意：这得到了约翰·洛克理论的支持，即人生来如同一张白纸：知识和能力是从我们的经历中学到的。A. experiences经历；B. attitudes态度；C. positions位置；D. decisions决定。结合前文作者从模拟联合国的经历中领悟到道理，以及“knowledge and ability are learned from”可知，此处指从“经历”中学习，与作者的自身经历相契合。 54．考查动词。句意：如果我在生活实践中犯了一个错误，那么我下次可能就不会再犯了。A. accept接受；B. admit承认；C. repeat重复；D. notice注意。根据前文“If I make a mistake in the life practice”可知，犯错后下次可能就不会再犯了。 55．考查副词。句意：我相信这确实是变得更好的最好方法。A. wrongly错误地；B. scarcely几乎不；C. narrowly勉强地；D. truly真正地。此句是作者的总结性陈述，语气肯定，强调其观点的正确性。从“I believe”和“the best way”可以看出，作者对此深信不疑，需要一个表示肯定和强调的副词。 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。 When Jessica Watkins was seven years old, she told her parents she wanted to become an astronaut. They smiled, 56(1.5分) (encourage) by her determination, but thought it was just a child’s dream. Twenty years later, Watkins proved them wrong. Growing up in a small town, she had limited access 57(1.5分) science museums or space camps. Yet she never gave up. Every night, she would study under the dim light, 58(1.5分) (complete) her homework before helping her younger siblings. Her hard work paid off. She earned a scholarship to a top university, 59(1.5分) she studied geology. After graduation, she applied to NASA’s astronaut program — twice. The first time, she was turned 60(1.5分) . But she didn’t let failure define her. She gained more experience, earned a doctorate, and applied again. In 2026, Watkins finally received 61(1.5分) call she had been waiting for. She was selected as one of twelve 62(1.5分) (candidate) for the Mars mission training program. When asked about her journey, she said, “Success is not about never 63(1.5分) (fall). It’s about getting up one more time than you fall.” Her story 64(1.5分) (share) widely on social media, inspiring millions of young people. Today, she serves as a powerful reminder that with persistence, even the 65(1.5分) (far) dreams can become reality. 【答案】 56．encouraged 57．to 58．completing 59．where 60．down 61．the 62．candidates 63．falling 64．was shared 65．farthest/furthest 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述杰西卡·沃特金斯坚持梦想、不懈努力最终入选火星任务训练计划的励志故事。 【详解】56．考查非谓语动词。句意：他们笑了，被她的决心所鼓舞，但认为这只是孩子的梦想。此处为非谓语动词作状语，They与encourage为被动关系，所以用过去分词encouraged。故填encouraged。 57．考查介词。句意：她在小镇长大，很少有机会接触科学博物馆或太空夏令营。此处为固定搭配access to，意为“使用……的机会、接触……的权利”，所以用介词to。故填to。 58．考查非谓语动词。句意：每天晚上，她都会在昏暗的灯光下学习，先完成作业再帮助弟弟妹妹。此处为非谓语动词作状语，和主语she是主动关系，应用现在分词。故填completing。 59．考查定语从句。句意：她获得了顶尖大学的奖学金，在那里攻读地质学专业。此处引导定语从句，先行词a top university表示地点，在从句中作地点状语，所以用关系副词where。故填where。 60．考查副词。句意：第一次申请，她被拒绝了。此处为固定搭配turn down，意为“拒绝”符合句意，所以用副词down。故填down。 61．考查冠词。句意：2026年，沃特金斯终于接到了她一直等待的那个电话。此处特指她期盼已久的电话，用定冠词the。故填the。 62．考查名词复数。句意：她入选为火星任务训练计划的十二名候选人之一。此处被twelve修饰，应用可数名词复数形式，所以用candidates。故填candidates。 63．考查非谓语动词。句意：成功不在于永不跌倒，而在于跌倒后能再站起来一次。此处位于介词about之后，用动名词形式falling。故填falling。 64．考查动词时态和语态。句意：她的故事在社交媒体上被广泛分享，激励了数百万年轻人。此处为谓语动词，share与主语her story之间为被动关系，结合句意，此处描述过去的动作，所以用一般过去时的被动语态，主语Her story是第三人称单数，所以谓语动词为was shared。故填was shared。 65．考查形容词最高级。句意：如今，她有力地提醒人们，只要坚持不懈，再遥远的梦想也能成真。此处表示“最遥远的”，应用最高级，所以用far的最高级farthest/furthest。故填farthest/furthest。 五、书信写作 66．（本题15分）假设你是红星中学高三学生李华。你的英国好友Jim最近参加了汉语水平考试（HSK），因为过度紧张而没有通过，他感到很沮丧。请你给Jim写一封邮件，内容包括： 1. 表示安慰； 2. 推荐缓解考试紧张的小妙招。 注意：1.词数 100 左右； 2.开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数。 Dear Jim, ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 【答案】 Dear Jim,     I am sorry to hear that you didn’t pass the HSK this time because of nervousness. Please don’t feel too discouraged — many people face similar challenges when taking important exams.     To help with test anxiety, here are two simple tips that work for me. First, try deep breathing: take a slow breath in, hold for a few seconds, and breathe out gently. It really calms the mind. Second, break your study time into short blocks, like 25 minutes of focus followed by a 5-minute break. This keeps your brain fresh and reduces stress.     Remember, this is just one attempt. You’ve already made great progress in learning Chinese, and I’m sure you’ll do better next time. Yours, Li Hua 【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生以红星中学高三学生李华的身份，给因过度紧张未通过汉语水平考试（HSK）而沮丧的英国好友Jim写一封邮件，内容需包含表示安慰、推荐缓解考试紧张的小妙招两方面。 【详解】1.词汇积累 沮丧的：discouraged → upset 紧张：nervousness → anxiety 集中：focus → concentrate 压力：stress → pressure 2.句式拓展 合并简单句 原句：Second, break your study time into short blocks, like 25 minutes of focus followed by a 5-minute break. This keeps your brain fresh and reduces stress. 拓展句：Second, break your study time into short blocks, like 25 minutes of focus followed by a 5-minute break, which keeps your brain fresh and reduces stress. 【点睛】【高分句型1】Please don’t feel too discouraged — many people face similar challenges when taking important exams.(运用了when引导的时间状语从句的省略) 【高分句型2】To help with test anxiety, here are two simple tips that work for me.(运用了that引导的限定性定语从句) 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。 Evan always believed that success followed a simple path: if you worked hard enough, good results would come. That idea stayed with him until his junior year, when his science teacher Mr. White announced a technology design competition. Seeing it as a chance to prove himself, Evan signed up at once, sure that his long hours of devotion would finally bring success. His project was a voice-controlled study helper, a small device that could respond to simple commands and remind users of their tasks. The idea sounded useful, and for weeks, Evan worked alone in his room, surrounded by notes, wires, and small parts. He rarely showed his work to others, believing that solving problems by himself meant real ability. When the device worked, Evan felt overjoyed. On the day of the competition, the school hall was full of energy. Machines lit up, screens flashed, and students spoke confidently about their designs. Some students demonstrated smart lights, while others presented robots or energy-saving inventions. Evan set up his device carefully and began his presentation. At first, everything seemed fine. But when the judges asked him to test it in a noisy environment, the device failed to respond. Evan repeated the command, adjusting the settings quickly, but the system stayed silent. Heat rose to his face as the voices around him seemed suddenly louder. The moment felt longer than it was, and soon the judges moved on. That evening, Evan sat at his desk, looking at the silent device. In the following days, he tried to avoid thinking about the competition, but his thoughts kept returning. While reading through his notebook, he noticed how often he had skipped careful testing because he was too eager to finish. He had trusted his first success too easily and ignored the possibility that real conditions might be different. What troubled him most was not simply the loss, but the realization that he had mistaken working alone for working well. 注意： （1）续写词数应为150个左右； （2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Determined not to let the failure define him, Evan started over. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Months later, Evan signed up for another technology design competition.   ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】One possible version: Determined not to let the failure define him, Evan started over. He first asked Mr. White for advice, who pointed out his lack of testing and teamwork. Evan then invited two classmates good at programming and acoustics to join him. They improved the device’s noise cancellation together, testing it in crowded classrooms and busy corridors over and over again. Every small problem was discussed openly, and Evan learned to listen to others’ opinions instead of working alone. He also recorded every test result, and adjusted the settings patiently until the device worked perfectly in any environment. Months later, Evan signed up for another technology design competition. This time, he presented his improved voice-controlled study helper confidently. He calmly introduced the design concept and detailed improvement process of his work. When tested in various complex environments, his voice-controlled study helper responded accurately and operated steadily without any mistakes. His sincere sharing and outstanding work won wide recognition from the judges and warm applause from the audience. Holding the award, he realized that real success wasn’t just about hard work, but also about reflection, humility, teamwork and careful preparation. 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了坚信“努力即成功”的Evan在科技设计大赛中因设备抗噪性差而惨败，事后反思认识到独自蛮干并非高效工作，进而决心改进方法、寻求合作的故事。 【详解】1. 段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容可知，第一段可描写Evan主动向老师求教，组建团队共同改进设备，并通过反复测试解决抗噪问题的过程。 ②由第二段首句内容可知，第二段可描写Evan在新比赛中从容展示改进后的作品，获得评委认可，并从中领悟到成功的真谛。 2. 续写线索：​ 决心重启——请教老师——组建团队——反复测试——再次参赛——从容展示——获奖感悟 3. 词汇激活 行为类 ①征求建议：ask sb. for advice/seek suggestions from sb. ②赢得认可：win recognition/gain approval 情绪类 ①自信地：confidently/with assurance/self-assuredly ②谦逊：humility/modesty 【点睛】【高分句型1】​ He first asked Mr. White for advice, who pointed out his lack of testing and teamwork.(运用了关系代词who引导非限制性定语从句) 【高分句型2】​ Holding the award, he realized that real success wasn’t just about hard work, but also about reflection, humility, teamwork and careful preparation.(运用了连接词that引导宾语从句、现在分词Holding...作状语) 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 $