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子洲中学2025~2026学年度第二学期期末考试 高二英语试题 注意事项： 1．本试卷共10页，满分150分，时间120分钟。 2．答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、班级和准考证号填写在答题卡上。 3．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。涂写在本试卷上无效。 4．作答非选择题时，将答案书写在答题卡上，书写在本试卷上无效。 5．考试结束后，监考员将答题卡按顺序收回，装袋整理；试卷不回收。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。 第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 听下面5段录音，每段录音后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段录音后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段录音播放两遍。 1. What will the weather probably be like this weekend? A. Snowy. B. Rainy. C. Sunny. 2. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. The color of fish. B. The protection for fish. C. The feeling of fish. 3. What does the man suggest doing this Sunday? A. Doing some housecleaning. B. Seeing a film. C. Going hiking. 4. When will the woman’s first class start? A. At 8:30 a.m. B. At 9:00 a.m. C. At 9:30 a.m. 5. What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A. Business partners. B. Fellow workers. C. Salesperson and customer. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听下面5段录音，每段录音后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段录音前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟。听完后，每小题都有5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音播放两遍。 听第6段录音，回答第6、7题。 6. What do we know about the Homestay Program? A. It provides accommodation for foreign workers. B. It is open to students under the age of 16. C. It aims to help with language learning. 7. What is a requirement that the hosts must meet? A. Living close to the local universities. B. Having no more than one child. C. Speaking English fluently. 听第7段录音，回答第8至10题。 8. What is the man probably? A. A manager. B. A volunteer. C. A customer. 9. What does the woman decide to do now? A. Travel abroad. B. Lose weight. C. Buy a new dress. 10. When is the woman’s holiday? A. In seven weeks. B. In three days. C. In a month. 听第8段录音，回答第11至13题。 11. What is Jennifer doing these days? A. Celebrating a festival. B. Learning a new poem. C. Preparing her poem. 12. What is the purpose of the Youth Poetry Festival? A. To teach how to write poems. B. To discover young poets. C. To honor great poets. 13. Where will the festival be held this year? A. At the Youth Center. B. At the City Library. C. In Central Park. 听第9段录音，回答第14至16题。 14. What does the man find exciting about diving? A. Discovering unknown sea life. B. Diving into the depths. C. Exploring historic sites. 15. What does the man stress about special training for scuba diving? A. Knowing how to use scuba equipment. B. Creating different underwater signs. C. Mastering swimming skills. 16. What does the woman mean in the end? A. She has encountered many new species. B. She has a strong desire to dive. C. She will go to a diving school. 听第10段录音，回答第17至20题。 17. What was mentioned in the open letter? A. The concern about AI affecting human creativity in writing. B. The role of science fiction in influencing AI development. C. The potential benefits of AI in the field of writing. 18. What is the main topic of the book HUM? A. A fact-checking program with the power to change facts. B. A poet who agrees to work with an AI poetry company. C. A wife and mother who is out of work due to AI. 19. Who is Ryan Doherty? A. A director. B. A doctor. C. A government worker. 20. Which work was created with the help of AI? A. In Our Likeness. B. Death of an Author. C. Sike. 第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A Here are three iconic Greek destinations, each with its own distinctive appeal. Santorini Santorini, with its iconic white-washed buildings, is a world-renowned luxury destination. This volcanic island features amazing seaside beaches and dramatic sunsets, making it a top choice for discerning (有眼光的) travelers. For a more special experience, consider enjoying a luxury house. No luxury vacation in Greece is complete without tasting the culinary (烹饪的) delights the country has to offer. Santorini boasts a remarkable dining scene, featuring world-class restaurants that show the freshest local ingredients. Mykonos Mykonos, known as the “Island of the Winds”, boasts beautiful coastal beaches and crystal-clean seawater. It provides various luxury pleasures, including infinity pools, private beach access, and exclusive spa facilities. Mykonos boasts a reputation for its lively nightlife scene. From iconic beach clubs where you can dance to the hottest beats under the sun to sophisticated cocktail bars that offer full views of the Aegean Sea, the island suits those seeking an unforgettable party experience. Crete Crete, the largest of the Greek islands, offers a diverse and attractive vacation experience. It is famous for its clean beaches, rough mountains and ancient ruins, perfectly mixing natural beauty with rich history. Immerse (使沉浸) yourself in the island’s cultural heritage by visiting archaeological sites such as the Palace of Knossos or exploring charming villages where time seems to stand still. For the adventurous souls, enjoy thrilling outdoor activities, including hiking through the Samaria Gorge or taking a sailing tour along the coastline. 1. What makes Santorini popular among picky tourists? A. Quiet ancient villages. B. Exciting hiking routes. C. Various seaside bars. D. Unique volcanic scenery. 2. Which destination best combines natural scenery and ancient culture? A. Santorini. B. Mykonos. C. Crete. D. Samaria. 3. What do the three destinations have in common? A. They have the world-famous historic palaces. B. They feature lively nightlife and beach clubs. C. They own beautiful beach scenery and sea views. D. They offer food with the freshest local ingredients. 【答案】1. D 2. C 3. C 【解析】 【导语】主要介绍希腊三处特色旅游地各自独有的风光、游玩体验与旅行亮点。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据Santorini部分中的 “This volcanic island features amazing seaside beaches and dramatic sunsets, making it a top choice for discerning (有眼光的) travelers.(这座火山岛拥有迷人的海滨海滩与壮丽日落，使其成为有眼光游客的首选。)” 可知，圣托里尼独特的火山风光吸引挑剔的游客。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。根据Crete部分中的 “It is famous for its clean beaches, rough mountains and ancient ruins, perfectly mixing natural beauty with rich history.(它以洁净海滩、粗犷山脉和古代遗迹闻名，完美融合自然美景与厚重历史。)” 可知，克里特岛将自然风光与古老文化结合得最好。 【3题详解】 细节理解题。通读三处地点描述：圣托里尼有“amazing seaside beaches and dramatic sunsets(令人惊叹的海滨沙滩，以及绚烂壮丽的日落)”；米科诺斯有“beautiful coastal beaches and crystal‑clean seawater(美丽的海滨沙滩以及清澈透亮的海水)”；克里特岛有“clean beaches(洁净的海滩)”可知，三处都拥有美丽海滩与海景。 B After seeing how many seniors struggle with loneliness, Jacob Cramer wanted to make a difference — one heartfelt letter at a time. What started as a simple gesture has now grown into a nationwide movement. When his grandfather passed away in 2014, middle-schooler Jacob Cramer started volunteering at a local senior living community to ease his sadness. He quickly made friends with some people living there. He really liked an energetic elderly lady named Cynthia. “I often feel so lonely, Jacob,” Cynthia once told Jacob, explaining that her niece calls occasionally but she gets very few visitors and never receives letters in the mail. Jacob’s heart broke, and he decided to do something to help Cynthia. So he wrote his friend a letter and read it to her. Cynthia was full of joy as her tears flowed. Jacob realized that many seniors were on their own. “Can I help them feel less alone?” he wondered. Inspired, Jacob called communities to find more seniors who would like to receive letters, and began writing and mailing out hundreds of letters. After one nursing home sent Jacob photos of residents smiling with their letters, he wanted to do more. So in 2015, with help from his parents, Jacob started the nonprofit Love for Our Elders. Over the years, his organization has drawn volunteers from around the country to write 800,000 handwritten letters. At first, the letters were not written to anyone in particular and mass letter-sending was adopted. But starting in 2021, people could write letters to specific seniors featured on Love for Our Elders, which gives an introduction to each resident’s situation and interests. Letter-writers can then mail their letters — which typically include jokes, a little information about themselves and inspiring messages — directly to the seniors’ families, who will pass the letters along to the elderly people. “This project has shown me how kind people can be,” says Jacob, now 24 and a Yale University graduate. “It’s not just a letter — it’s something very powerful.” 4. Why did Jacob take up volunteer work at first? A. To meet new friends. B. To relieve his own grief. C. To develop social skills. D. To help lonely seniors out. 5. What can we learn about Cynthia? A. She has little daily company. B. She often writes to her niece. C. She works in the community. D. She loves reading old letters. 6. How did Jacob’s activity develop after 2015? A. It mainly served local nursing homes. B. It focused on taking photos of elders. C. It attracted more helpers nationwide. D. It stopped regular mass letter-sending. 7. What is Jacob’s attitude towards the project now? A. It needs more government support. B. It has made him a national celebrity. C. It carries meaning beyond the letters. D. It proves pretty hard to keep running. 【答案】4. B 5. A 6. C 7. C 【解析】 【导语】本文介绍了雅各布·克拉默在祖父去世后到老年社区做志愿者，机缘巧合下发现很多老年人深陷孤独，于是他决定给他们写信，后来他成立了“关爱老年人”公益组织，发动志愿者用书信缓解老年人的孤独。 【4题详解】 细节理解题。根据原文第二段“When his grandfather passed away in 2014, middle-schooler Jacob Cramer started volunteering at a local senior living community to ease his sadness.(2014年雅各布的祖父去世后，还是中学生的雅各布·克拉默开始在当地的老年社区做志愿者，以此缓解自己的悲伤)”可知，雅各布最初做志愿者是为了缓解祖父离世给自己带来的悲痛。 【5题详解】 推理判断题。根据原文第三段““I often feel so lonely, Jacob,” Cynthia once told Jacob, explaining that her niece calls occasionally but she gets very few visitors and never receives letters in the mail.(“雅各布，我经常感到很孤独。”辛西娅曾经给雅各布说道，她解释说她的侄女偶尔会打电话，但是她几乎没有访客，也从来没有收到过邮寄来信)”可推知，辛西娅日常很少有人陪伴。 【6题详解】 细节理解题。根据原文第四段“So in 2015, with help from his parents, Jacob started the nonprofit Love for Our Elders. Over the years, his organization has drawn volunteers from around the country to write 800,000 handwritten letters.(因此在2015年，在父母的帮助下，雅各布成立了非营利组织“关爱老年人”。多年来，他的组织吸引了来自全国各地的志愿者，一共写下了80万封手写信)”可知，2015年后雅各布的活动吸引了全国范围内越来越多的志愿者参与其中。 【7题详解】 推理判断题。根据原文最后一段雅各布的话“It’s not just a letter — it’s something very powerful.(这不仅仅是一封信，它拥有非常强大的力量)”可推知，雅各布认为这个项目的意义已经超越了信件本身，给人们带来了爱与温暖。 C In some cities, as many as one in four office spaces are empty. Some start-ups are giving them a second life. Vertical (垂直的) indoor farms — where crops can be grown in climate-controlled environments using the latest planting techniques — have been popping up around the world. The open-plan nature of most modern offices makes them suitable for indoor farm use. Still, repurposing, particularly to ensure a space can accommodate the proper equipment and has proper electrical, heating, ventilation (通风), and air conditioning systems, can be difficult. The Calgary Tower Project, developed by the company Agriplay Ventures, has worked to overcome these challenges. Agriplay uses 1-by-2.5m modular racks (有标准组件的架子) rising up to 3m tall, which can easily adapt to any space with ventilation. The racks are also easy to remove once a project is completed. Unoccupied office buildings are often close to final consumers. In a former paper storage warehouse in Arlington, about a mile outside of Washington, D. C., Area 2 Farms is growing over 180 organic varieties of green vegetables. By serving consumers within 10 miles or less, the company has driven down transport costs and any associated carbon footprint. Energy use, however, is the “Achilles’ heel” of this field, says Fraser. Vertical farms need a lot of electricity to run lighting and ventilation systems, smart devices, and automated harvesting technologies. “But if energy is sourced from renewable sources, they can outperform regular farms in this regard, too,” he says. They face other challenges, too. And, for now, aside from leafy greens, most indoor facilities cannot yet mass produce other types of crops like wheat, corn or rice. “One thing cities dislike is unused spaces that don’t drive economic growth,” says Fraser. “If indoor farm projects in cities like Arlington prove successful, others may follow suit.” 8. What can be learned about Agriplay? A. It helps clients locate storage areas. B. It develops new planting techniques. C. It focuses on maintaining office buildings. D. It offers equipment suited for indoor farming. 9. What does the author indicate by mentioning Arlington? A. The achievements of Area 2 Farms. B. The benefits of urban indoor farms. C. The significance of vertical farming. D. The popularity of organic vegetables. 10. Which word is closest in meaning to “Achilles’ heel” underlined in paragraph 5? A. Core. B. Future. C. Weakness. D. Advantage. 11. What might be the best title for the text? A. The Rise of Organic Farms B. A New Life for Empty Offices C. A Bright Future for City Farmers D. The World of High-Tech Agriculture 【答案】8. D 9. B 10. C 11. B 【解析】 【导语】主要介绍了城市中大量闲置的办公空间被改造为垂直室内农场，文章说明了这种改造适配性、优势，也指出了该模式目前面临的挑战，并对其发展前景进行了展望。 【8题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段“The open-plan nature of most modern offices makes them suitable for indoor farm use. Still, repurposing, particularly to ensure a space can accommodate the proper equipment and has proper electrical, heating, ventilation (通风), and air conditioning systems, can be difficult.(大多数现代办公室的开放式性质使它们适合室内农场使用。然而，重新利用，特别是确保一个空间可以容纳适当的设备，并有适当的电力、供暖、通风和空调系统，可能是困难的。)”以及第三段中“The Calgary Tower Project, developed by the company Agriplay Ventures, has worked to overcome these challenges. Agriplay uses 1-by-2.5m modular racks (有标准组件的架子) rising up to 3m tall, which can easily adapt to any space with ventilation.(由Agriplay Ventures公司开发的卡尔加里大厦项目已经努力克服了这些挑战。Agriplay使用 1×2.5 米、最高3米的模块化种植架，可适配任何有通风条件的场地。)”可知，Agriplay提供适配室内农场改造的设备。 【9题详解】 推理判断题。根据第四段中“Unoccupied office buildings are often close to final consumers. In a former paper storage warehouse in Arlington, about a mile outside of Washington, D. C., Area 2 Farms is growing over 180 organic varieties of green vegetables. By serving consumers within 10 miles or less, the company has driven down transport costs and any associated carbon footprint.(空置的办公楼通常离最终消费者很近。在华盛顿特区外约一英里的阿灵顿，一个曾经的纸张仓库里，2区农场种植了180多种有机绿色蔬菜。通过为10英里以内的消费者提供服务，该公司降低了运输成本和相关的碳足迹。)”可知，作者举阿灵顿的例子是为了说明城市室内农场（依托闲置城市建筑）的优势。 【10题详解】 词句猜测题。根据第五段中“Energy use, however, is the “Achilles’ heel” of this field, says Fraser. Vertical farms need a lot of electricity to run lighting and ventilation systems, smart devices, and automated harvesting technologies.(然而，能源使用是该领域的“Achilles’ heel”，弗雷泽说。垂直农场需要大量电力维持照明、通风、智能设备和自动采收设备运转)”可知，能源消耗是垂直农场目前的短板，Achilles’ heel意为“弱点、缺陷”，与weakness 同义。 【11题详解】 主旨大意题。根据第一段“In some cities, as many as one in four office spaces are empty. Some start-ups are giving them a second life. Vertical (垂直的) indoor farms — where crops can be grown in climate-controlled environments using the latest planting techniques — have been popping up around the world.(在一些城市，多达四分之一的办公空间是空置的。一些初创企业正在赋予它们第二次生命。垂直室内农场——农作物可以使用最新的种植技术在气候可控的环境中种植——在世界各地不断涌现)”并结合全文内容可知，全文围绕闲置办公室改造为室内农场获得新生展开，介绍了这种改造的优势、面临的挑战以及发展前景。B选项“A New Life for Empty Offices(空置办公室的新生)”概括了文章的主题，适合作为最佳标题。 D As the new robot called Sprout walks around a Manhattan office, nodding its rectangular head, lifting its swinging “eyebrows” and offering to shake your hand with its grippers (钳子), it looks nothing like the shiny and threatening humanoids built by some companies. Sprout’s charm is the point. A 5-year-old child could comfortably talk at eye level with this humanoid, which stands 1 meter tall and has a soft exterior of sage-green foam. Developed by Fauna Robotics over two years, Sprout aims to jump — start a whole new industry of building “approachable” robots for homes, schools and social spaces. If its emotive expressions and blinking lights seem slightly familiar, it might be from generations of Star Wars robots and other robotic companions dreamed up in animation studios and children’s literature. “Most people in this industry take inspiration from the science fiction that we grew up with,” said Fauna Robotics co-founder and CEO Rob Cochran. “I think some do so from Westworld and Terminator. We do from WALL-E, Baymax and Rosie Jetson.” Sprout can’t lift heavy objects, but it can dance the Twist or the Floss, grab a toy block or teddy bear, or stand up from a chair to take a long walk along the wooden floors. It walks slowly but steadily on uneven ground. Only once did it come close to tripping when taking a sharp turn to avoid a person. Its foot hit a table wheel so low that it could not be seen by Sprout’s camera eyes. But the robot, built to handle disturbances, quickly recovered its balance and kept walking, much like a clumsy person might. Starting a robot company can be unforgiving, especially one designing personal robots. What happens next with Sprout will depend on how developers experiment with it and what they learn. For Cochran, some of the most important “judges” have already given their approval. In a home video he keeps on his phone, his 2-year-old twins excitedly jump up and down as Sprout greets them. 12. What is a key feature of the robot Sprout? A. It is built mainly for heavy lifting. B. It moves more quickly than other robots. C. It wears bright shiny metal covers. D. It has a friendly and childlike appearance. 13. What inspired the design of Sprout according to the passage? A. Robotic images in animated works. B. Industrial robots for social spaces. C. Tools used in ordinary households. D. Characters from adventure novels. 14. How did Sprout react to the fall risk? A. It stopped walking at once. B. It regained balance quickly. C. It asked people for assistance. D. It released a warning signal. 15. What is Cochran’s attitude towards the future of personal robots? A. Unclear. B. Doubtful. C. Indifferent. D. Positive. 【答案】12. D 13. A 14. B 15. D 【解析】 【导语】文章主要介绍机器人Sprout的外形特点、设计灵感、性能表现以及研发者对它的展望。 【12题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段中的“A 5-year-old child could comfortably talk at eye level with this humanoid, which stands 1 meter tall and has a soft exterior of sage‑green foam.(一个五岁孩子可以和这个人形机器人平视交流，它高一米，外表是灰绿色柔软泡沫材质。)” 可知，这款机器人有着友好、孩童般的外观。 【13题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段中“If its emotive expressions and blinking lights seem slightly familiar, it might be from generations of Star Wars robots and other robotic companions dreamed up in animation studios and children’s literature.(如果它富有情绪的表情和闪烁灯光看着有点熟悉，那或许源自《星球大战》系列机器人以及动画工作室、儿童文学中构想的各类机器人伙伴。)” 可知，Sprout的设计灵感来自动画作品里的机器人形象。 【14题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段中的“But the robot, built to handle disturbances, quickly recovered its balance and kept walking, much like a clumsy person might.(但这台为应对意外状况而设计的机器人迅速恢复平衡，继续行走，就像一个动作笨拙的人那样。)” 可知，面对摔倒风险时它快速恢复了平衡。 【15题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“For Cochran, some of the most important “judges” have already given their approval. In a home video he keeps on his phone, his 2‑year‑old twins excitedly jump up and down as Sprout greets them.(对科克伦而言，一些最重要的“评判者”已经给出认可。在他手机保存的家庭视频里，他两岁的双胞胎看到Sprout打招呼时兴奋地蹦蹦跳跳。)” 可推知，科克伦对人形个人机器人的未来持积极态度。 第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分） 阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 In a world driven by test scores and productivity, art is often seen as a luxury or an elective. But recent research suggests this common assumption is mistaken. ____16____ They build stronger creative thinking and emotional intelligence through these pursuits. One study even found that art participants scored 20% higher on empathy tests. Why does art have such a powerful effect on young minds? ____17____ When a child paints or plays an instrument, the brain must coordinate perception (感知), movement, memory, and emotion all at once. A 2024 Swiss study of over 2,000 children found that those receiving regular arts training consistently outperformed their peers in problem-solving tasks. ____18____ Children often struggle to put complex feelings into words. Art gives them another language to express their own inner world. Through colors, sounds, or movements, they can express what they cannot otherwise share. This process helps them understand and manage their own moods — a skill vital for mental health. The value of art extends well into adulthood as well. In an age when AI can generate content from existing information, uniquely human strengths — imagination, original thinking, moral judgment — are becoming more valuable. Art education nurtures (培养) exactly these essential human qualities. Students with art backgrounds learn to approach problems without ready-made answers. ____19____ That is why art education deserves a central place in our schools. Policymakers and parents should no longer see art as an extra thing. Instead, they need to recognize it as an essential part of the school curriculum. ____20____ Engagement with artistic pursuits builds creativity, empathy, and the inner strength to face life’s challenges. A. Art, in essence, is about making better human beings. B. Much of the explanation lies in how the human brain works. C. Some educators argue that art is difficult to measure in standardized tests. D. Another benefit is that art provides a safe space for emotional expression. E. Math and science courses are always prioritized over art classes in most schools. F. They embrace uncertainty, which prepares them for careers that no machine can replace. G. It shows students engaged in regular artistic activities such as drawing or music gain clear benefits. 【答案】16. G 17. B 18. D 19. F 20. A 【解析】 【导语】文章主要论证了艺术教育的重要性。 【16题详解】 根据上文“In a world driven by test scores and productivity, art is often seen as a luxury or an elective. But recent research suggests this common assumption is mistaken.(在这个唯分数、重生产力的时代，艺术常常被视作一种非必需的奢侈品或是一门可选副科。但近期研究表明，这种普遍看法存在误区。)”和下文“They build stronger creative thinking and emotional intelligence through these pursuits.(孩子们参与艺术类活动，能锻炼出更出色的创造性思维与情商。)”可知，上文指出研究推翻固有认知，空处需要衔接研究结论，引出下文“they”的指代对象。G选项“研究表明，定期参与绘画、音乐等艺术活动的学生能获得明确收益”中It 指代上文recent research，students对应下文代词They。 【17题详解】 根据上文“Why does art have such a powerful effect on young minds?(为什么艺术能对青少年的心智产生如此深远的影响？) ”和下文“When a child paints or plays an instrument, the brain must coordinate perception (感知), movement, memory, and emotion all at once.(当孩子画画或是演奏乐器时，大脑需要同时协调感知、肢体动作、记忆与情绪。)”可知，上文为设问句，设问句后空处需要给出总起式回答；下文整段围绕大脑运作机制展开解释。B选项“大部分原因在于人类大脑的运作方式”中explanation直接回应前文Why的提问，how the human brain works总领下文全部大脑协同工作的细节。 【18题详解】 根据下文“Children often struggle to put complex feelings into words. Art gives them another language to express their own inner world.(孩子们常常难以用语言诉说复杂的情绪，而艺术为他们提供了另一种表达内心世界的途径。)”可知，本段主要讲述了艺术的情绪抒发作用。D选项“另一大好处是，艺术提供了抒发情绪的安全空间。”总起整段。 【19题详解】 根据上文“In an age when AI can generate content from existing information, uniquely human strengths — imagination, original thinking, moral judgment — are becoming more valuable. Art education nurtures (培养) exactly these essential human qualities. Students with art backgrounds learn to approach problems without ready-made answers.(在如今这个人工智能仅凭现有信息就能生成内容的时代，想象力、原创思维、道德判断这些人类独有的优势正变得愈发珍贵。而艺术教育培养的恰恰就是这些不可或缺的人类特质。有艺术学习背景的学生，懂得在没有现成标准答案的情况下思考、解决问题。)”可知，艺术生具有不可或缺的人类特质，F选项“他们接纳不确定性，这让他们能胜任机器无法取代的工作。”中的They指代上文Students with art backgrounds，embrace uncertainty对应上文without ready-made answers。 【20题详解】 根据上文“Instead, they need to recognize it as an essential part of the school curriculum.(相反，他们应当认识到艺术是学校课程中不可或缺的一部分。)”和下文“Engagement with artistic pursuits builds creativity, empathy, and the inner strength to face life’s challenges.(投身各类艺术活动能够培养创造力、共情能力，以及直面人生磨难的内心力量。)”可知，空处位于最后一段中间，起到升华全文主旨的作用，承接呼吁艺术课的重要性、引出最终总结。A选项“本质而言，艺术旨在塑造更完整、优秀的人。”中的in essence是典型文末升华用词，making better human beings高度概括全文提到的共情、创造力、情绪管理、独有人类思维等所有益处，完美衔接最后一句的多重收获。 第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 The prize may belong to the fastest. However, sometimes the person who lifts the trophy (奖杯) is not the only ____21____. That was clearly seen at a recent cross-country race in Greenfield, Ohio. There were two main ____22____ in the event: Marcus Lee and Daniel Rivera. Marcus, a 17-year-old from Lakeside High School, had ____23____ for months, dreaming of earning a sports scholarship. Daniel, from North Ridge High, was known by his classmates as someone who would rather ____24____ others than gain attention for himself. The race went ____25____ at first. With less than one kilometre to go, however, Marcus ____26____ on a loose stone. Then he lost his ____27____ and fell, badly hurting his knee. “I heard a ____28____ sound and felt something go wrong,” Daniel later recalled. Marcus tried to wave and ____29____ Daniel to pass him and keep going. For most athletes, crossing the line first is the main ____30____. But in that moment, winning suddenly seemed less ____31____ to Daniel. As he reached Marcus, he saw the pain on his face and heard his short, ____32____ breaths. Instead of running ahead, Daniel stopped and put Marcus’s arm over his ____33____. Slowly, step by step, they ____34____ towards the finish line together. “Helping him finish meant more than any ____35____,” Daniel said later. “That day, we both won in a different way.” 21. A. winner B. employer C. server D. manager 22. A. musicians B. tourists C. opponents D. pilots 23. A. wandered B. considered C. trained D. rested 24. A. assist B. cheat C. blame D. guess 25. A. instantly B. smoothly C. safely D. difficultly 26. A. landed B. stepped C. climbed D. swam 27. A. hope B. hobby C. vision D. balance 28. A. steady B. lovely C. sharp D. secure 29. A. suspect B. restrict C. pretend D. signal 30. A. goal B. mood C. lesson D. title 31. A. important B. familiar C. distant D. memorable 32. A. calm B. shaky C. regular D. long 33. A. head B. leg C. ankle D. shoulder 34. A. looked through B. gave away C. carried on D. took up 35. A. comment B. medal C. contest D. method 【答案】21. A 22. C 23. C 24. A 25. B 26. B 27. D 28. C 29. D 30. A 31. A 32. B 33. D 34. C 35. B 【解析】 【导语】文章介绍了越野赛跑比赛中，选手马库斯在比赛临近终点时摔倒受伤，对手丹尼尔放弃独自冲刺，搀扶受伤的Marcus一同走向终点，诠释了体育精神不止是争夺奖牌，互助同样是另一种胜利。 【21题详解】 考查名词。句意：但有时候举起奖杯的人并不是唯一的胜利者。A. winner胜利者；B. employer雇主；C. server服务员；D. manager经理。根据后文“That day, we both won in a different way”可知，作者提出观点：赛场不止有速度上的胜利者。 【22题详解】 考查名词。句意：这场赛事有两位主要竞争对手：马库斯・李和丹尼尔・里维拉。A. musicians音乐家；B. tourists游客；C. opponents对手；D. pilots飞行员。根据前文“The prize may belong to the fastest”及后文“The race”可知，两人参加同一场越野赛跑，彼此是参赛对手。 【23题详解】 考查动词。句意：17岁来自湖畔高中的马库斯已经训练了数月，梦想拿下体育奖学金。A. wandered闲逛；B. considered考虑；C. trained训练；D. rested休息。根据后文“dreaming of earning a sports scholarship”可知，他为体育赛事进行了长期训练。 【24题详解】 考查动词。句意：来自北岭高中的丹尼尔在同学眼中，比起博取自身关注，他更愿意帮助他人。A. assist帮助；B. cheat欺骗；C. blame指责；D. guess猜测。根据后文“Daniel stopped and put Marcus’s arm”可知，他停下搀扶受伤对手，能看出他乐于助人。 【25题详解】 考查副词。句意：比赛一开始进展十分顺利。A. instantly立刻；B. smoothly顺利地；C. safely安全地；D. difficultly艰难地。根据后文“With less than one kilometre to go, however, Marcus on a loose stone”中的转折词however，可知前期赛程平稳，后半段突发意外。 【26题详解】 考查动词。句意：然而距离终点不到一公里时，马库斯踩到一块松动的石头。A. landed降落；B. stepped踩；C. climbed攀爬；D. swam游泳。根据后文“loose stone”以及后文“fell, badly hurting his knee”可知，他踩在石子上失衡，摔倒了。 【27题详解】 考查名词。句意：随后他失去平衡摔倒，膝盖严重受伤。A. hope希望；B. hobby爱好；C. vision视力；D. balance平衡。根据后文“fell, badly hurting his knee”可知，他失去平衡才会跌倒。 【28题详解】 考查形容词。句意：丹尼尔后来回忆：“我听到一声刺耳的声响，察觉到出事了。”A. steady平稳的；B. lovely可爱的；C. sharp刺耳的；D. secure安全的。根据前文“fell, badly hurting his knee”可知，马库斯摔倒磕碰发出的是尖锐刺耳的声音。 【29题详解】 考查动词。句意：马库斯挥手示意丹尼尔超过自己、继续向前跑。A. suspect怀疑；B. restrict限制；C. pretend假装；D. signal示意。根据前文“wave” 挥手的动作及后文“Daniel to pass him and keep going”，可知他用手势示意对方先行。 【30题详解】 考查名词。句意：对大多数运动员来说，第一个冲过终点线是主要目标。A. goal目标；B. mood情绪；C. lesson课程；D. title头衔。根据前文“crossing the line first”可知，运动员参赛的常规目标是夺冠冲线。 【31题详解】 考查形容词。句意：但在那一刻，获胜对丹尼尔而言突然变得没那么重要了。A. important重要的；B. familiar熟悉的；C. distant遥远的；D. memorable难忘的。根据后文“Instead of running ahead, Daniel stopped and put Marcus’s arm”他停下脚步救助对手，可见夺冠不再是最重要的事。 【32题详解】 考查形容词。句意：当他走到马库斯身边，看到对方脸上的痛苦，听见他虚弱颤抖的呼吸。A. calm平静的；B. shaky颤抖的；C. regular规律的；D. long长久的。根据前文“badly hurting his knee”可知，马库斯膝盖重伤，呼吸会虚弱发颤。 【33题详解】 考查名词。句意：丹尼尔没有继续往前冲，而是停下，将马库斯的胳膊搭在自己的肩膀上。A. head头；B. leg腿；C. ankle脚踝；D. shoulder肩膀。根据前文“badly hurting his knee”及常识可知，搀扶受伤的人，通常会让对方手臂搭在自己肩膀借力。 【34题详解】 考查动词短语。句意：一步一步，两人一同朝着终点线坚持前行。A. looked through浏览；B. gave away赠送；C. carried on坚持前进；D. took up开始从事。根据后文“towards the finish line together”可知，两人互相扶持，坚持走向终点。 【35题详解】 考查名词。句意：丹尼尔事后说：“陪他走完赛程比任何奖牌都更有意义。那天，我们以另一种方式双双获胜。”A. comment评论；B. medal奖牌；C. contest比赛；D. method方法。根据前文“sometimes the person who lifts the trophy is not the only ”可知，赛跑赛事的荣誉象征是奖牌，与前文争夺第一名形成对比。 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 Forty years after China launched the “Wild Horse Return Program”, the Przewalski’s horse — the world’s only surviving wild horse species — ____36____ (shift) from near extinction to self-sustaining wild herds in Northwest China so far. Its population in China has gone over 900, ____37____ (rough) one-third of the global total. The program, ____38____ (launch) in 1985, aims to restore the species, which died out in the wild in the 1970s from poaching and habitat loss. It has saved this 60-million-year-old “living fossil”, ____39____ (move) it from captive breeding (人工繁殖) to stable wild populations. The project imported horses from abroad ____40____ built domestic breeding bases, making the horse a symbol of ecological restoration. A key rewilding effort was carried out at Dunhuang West Lake National Nature Reserve among the major ____41____ (site) in Gansu province. From 2010 to 2025, 56 trained horses were released into the reserve, ____42____ the natural environment provided enough food and water. Last year, 28 horses were relocated (迁移) 1,030 kilometers via a pioneering “loose transport” method ____43____ zero deaths. Now, over 300 horses have been bred and released into the wild. The species can now sustain ____44____ (it) in the reserve, forming 28 herds with a total of more than 200 horses. Zhao Xumao, a professor at Lanzhou University’s College of Ecology, said, “The successful breeding and reintroduction highlight the country’s resolve _____45_____ ( protect) biodiversity and promote harmony between humans and nature.” 【答案】36. has shifted 37. roughly 38. launched 39. moving 40. and 41. sites 42. where 43. with 44. itself 45. to protect 【解析】 【导语】这篇文章主要报道了我国自 1985年实施野马返乡计划，通过引种繁育、野外放归等举措拯救濒危普氏野马。 【36题详解】 考查动词时态和语态。句意：中国启动“野马回归计划”四十年后，普氏野马——世界上唯一幸存的野生马种——如今已从濒临灭绝转变为在中国西北部实现自我维持的野生群体。根据时间标志词 so far可知，用现在完成时；主语the Przewalski’s horse单数，所以用has shifted。 【37题详解】 考查副词。句意：目前，其在中国的数量已超过900匹，约占全球总数的三分之一。括号内 rough是形容词，此处修饰one-third of the global total，要用副词roughly，意为“大约”。 【38题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：该计划于1985年启动，旨在恢复这一在20世纪70年代因盗猎和栖息地丧失而野外灭绝的物种。逗号后面已有谓语aims，此处是非谓语。program和launch（启动）是被动关系，过去分词launched作后置定语，相当于定语从句which was launched in 1985。 【39题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：该项目成功挽救了这一拥有6000万年历史的“活化石”，使其从圈养繁殖转向稳定的野生种群。此处为非谓语动词作状语，move和逻辑主语前面整句话为主动关系，所以为现在分词形式。 【40题详解】 考查连词。句意：通过引进国外马匹并建设国内繁育基地，该项目使野马成为生态修复的象征。imported和built 是并列谓语：项目从国外引进野马并且建立国内繁育基地，并列连词and。 【41题详解】 考查复数名词。句意：甘肃主要自然保护区之一的敦煌西湖国家自然保护区实施了一项关键的野化放归工作。among + 复数名词，表示“在众多……之中”，site（地点，保护区）变复数sites。 【42题详解】 考查定语从句。句意：2010年至2025年间，共有56匹经过训练的马被释放到保护区，当地自然环境为它们提供了充足的食物和水源。设空处引导非限制性定语从句，先行词为the reserve；从句中不缺主语或宾语，缺少地点状语，用关系副词 where。 【43题详解】 考查介词。句意：去年，28匹马通过开创性的“松散运输”方式，历时1030公里完成迁徙，全程无死亡。此处用介词with表示“具有、伴有”，with zero deaths零死亡。 【44题详解】 考查代词。句意：该物种现已能在保护区自我维持，形成了28个马群，共计超过200匹马。分析句子可知，主语the species，sustain itself 表示“物种自我维系、自给存续”，此处指代the species，用it的反身代词itself。 【45题详解】 考查动词不定式。句意：兰州大学生态学院教授赵序茂表示：“成功的繁殖和放归体现了国家保护生物多样性和促进人与自然和谐发展的坚定决心。”固定搭配the resolve to do sth.表示“做某事的决心”；不定式to protect作后置定语修饰resolve。 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 假定你是李华，你校上周末组织了高二学生青春诗朗诵（Poetry Recitation of Youth）。请给你的笔友Tom写一封邮件介绍此次活动，内容包括： 1. 活动目的； 2. 活动内容； 3. 你的感触。 注意： 1. 写作词数应为80词左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Dear Tom, ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 【答案】Dear Tom, I’m writing to share with you a meaningful activity organized by our school last weekend — the Poetry Recitation of Youth for Senior 2 students. The aim of this activity was to enrich our campus life and help us appreciate the beauty of Chinese poetry. During the event, students recited classic poems with great passion on stage. Some even wore traditional costumes and played background music, creating a wonderful atmosphere. I was deeply touched by everyone’s performance. It not only improved my appreciation of literature but also made me feel the vigorous spirit of youth. I hope you can experience something similar someday! Yours, Li Hua 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达要求学生给笔友Tom写一封邮件，介绍学校上周末组织的高二学生青春诗朗诵的活动。 【详解】1. 词汇积累： 热情：passion → enthusiasm 目的：aim → intention/purpose 极好的：wonderful → amazing/marvelous 提高：improve → enhance/promote 2. 句式拓展： 句型转化 原句：It not only improved my appreciation of literature but also made me feel the vigorous spirit of youth. 拓展句：Not only did it improve my appreciation of literature but it also made me feel the vigorous spirit of youth. 【点睛】【高分句型1】Some even wore traditional costumes and played background music, creating a wonderful atmosphere. (运用了现在分词作状语) 【高分句型2】I’m writing to share with you a meaningful activity organized by our school last weekend — the Poetry Recitation of Youth for Senior 2 students. (运用了过去分词作后置定语) 第二节（满分25分） 47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 When 16-year-old Li Wei received an invitation to his British classmate Emma’s birthday party, he was so excited that he almost jumped up. Having moved from Shanghai just three months ago, he felt the party was his first real chance to make friends. His mother had spent the entire morning in their tiny apartment kitchen carefully preparing a gift: homemade mooncakes wrapped in red paper decorated with dragon patterns. “In China, red brings good luck and the dragon represents strength,” she said proudly. “These mooncakes carry our family’s blessings.” At the party, colorful balloons danced along the ceiling (天花板), and the living room was filled with the latest pop songs. Li Wei noticed everyone’s gifts piled (堆放) on a table, and he placed his gift on the top, whose traditional appearance stood out among the gifts. He looked around and found that most of the faces were unfamiliar. So he sat down and listened to the music, waiting excitedly for that big moment — opening the gifts. Soon it came. In the cheers of her friends, Emma walked over to the table. Her eyes were immediately drawn to Li Wei’s uniquely wrapped gift. However, when she opened it, silence fell as she stared at the unfamiliar pastries (糕点). “What…are these?” she asked hesitantly. A boy leaned over and laughed loudly, “Looks like play-dough (橡皮泥)!” Heat rushed to Li Wei’s face as he stammered (结结巴巴地说), “They’re traditional Chinese mooncakes ...” However, his voice was swallowed (淹没) by the laughter that followed. Someone even whispered, “This might be leftovers from his home. He must think it’s a picnic outing.” Li Wei’s heart sank. He didn’t expect that his well-intended gift — a gesture of love, now turned into something strange and unwelcome in this foreign setting. The joyful atmosphere disappeared quickly, replaced by an uncomfortable silence as guests looked at the mooncakes as if they were strange objects from another world. Just as Li Wei wished he could disappear, he suddenly remembered what his mother had said with pride before he came here. 注意： 1.词数应为150左右； 2.按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 He quickly calmed down. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Three months later, Li Wei and his mooncakes appeared at school’s International Food Fair. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】 He quickly calmed down. He took a deep breath and decided to introduce the mooncakes. “Mooncakes are very important in Chinese culture,” he began, his voice steady. “They are round, symbolizing reunion. We eat them during the Mid-Autumn Festival to celebrate family togetherness. Each bite is full of sweet fillings, just like the warmth of a family gathering.” As he spoke, the room fell silent. People listened intently, their curiosity piqued. Some started to nod in understanding, and the awkward atmosphere gradually faded away. Emma took a small bite of the mooncake and her eyes widened in surprise. “It’s delicious!” she exclaimed. Others followed suit, and soon, the laughter turned into praises. Three months later, Li Wei and his mooncakes appeared at school’s International Food Fair. His booth was decorated with red lanterns and Chinese knots. People queued up to taste his mooncakes. Li Wei introduced the mooncakes with confidence, sharing the cultural significance behind them. Many students and teachers were deeply attracted. They not only enjoyed the sweet taste of the mooncakes but also learned about Chinese traditions. His mooncakes became the star of the fair. Li Wei was overjoyed. He realized that cultural differences could be bridged through sharing and understanding, and his little mooncakes had become a wonderful bridge to connect different cultures. 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述16岁的李伟收到英国同学艾玛生日派对邀请，母亲精心做了月饼当礼物。派对上，大家看到月饼却嘲笑，李伟又尴尬又难过，这时他想起母亲的话。 【详解】1. 段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容“他很快冷静下来。”可知，第一段可描写李伟冷静后向大家介绍月饼的文化内涵，大家的态度逐渐转变，开始接受并称赞月饼。 ②由第二段首句内容“三个月后，李伟带着他的月饼出现在学校的国际美食节上。”可知，第二段可描写李伟在美食节上自信介绍月饼，月饼受到欢迎，他也意识到文化交流的重要性。 2. 续写线索：介绍月饼文化——大家接受称赞——参加美食节——月饼受欢迎——意识到文化交流意义 3. 词汇激活： 行为类 ①开始：begin/start ②象征：symbolize/represent ③意识到：realize/become aware of 情绪类 ①尴尬：awkward/embarrassed ②惊讶地：in surprise/in amazement/in astonishment 【点睛】[高分句型1] They are round, symbolizing reunion.(运用了现在分词作伴随状语) [高分句型2] As he spoke, the room fell silent. (运用了从属连词as引导时间状语从句) [高分句型3] He realized that cultural differences could be bridged through sharing and understanding, and his little mooncakes had become a wonderful bridge to connect different cultures. (运用了连词that引导宾语从句) 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 子洲中学2025~2026学年度第二学期期末考试 高二英语试题 注意事项： 1．本试卷共10页，满分150分，时间120分钟。 2．答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、班级和准考证号填写在答题卡上。 3．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。涂写在本试卷上无效。 4．作答非选择题时，将答案书写在答题卡上，书写在本试卷上无效。 5．考试结束后，监考员将答题卡按顺序收回，装袋整理；试卷不回收。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。 第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 听下面5段录音，每段录音后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段录音后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段录音播放两遍。 1. What will the weather probably be like this weekend? A. Snowy. B. Rainy. C. Sunny. 2. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. The color of fish. B. The protection for fish. C. The feeling of fish. 3. What does the man suggest doing this Sunday? A. Doing some housecleaning. B. Seeing a film. C. Going hiking. 4. When will the woman’s first class start? A. At 8:30 a.m. B. At 9:00 a.m. C. At 9:30 a.m. 5. What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A. Business partners. B. Fellow workers. C. Salesperson and customer. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听下面5段录音，每段录音后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段录音前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟。听完后，每小题都有5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音播放两遍。 听第6段录音，回答第6、7题。 6. What do we know about the Homestay Program? A. It provides accommodation for foreign workers. B. It is open to students under the age of 16. C. It aims to help with language learning. 7. What is a requirement that the hosts must meet? A. Living close to the local universities. B. Having no more than one child. C. Speaking English fluently. 听第7段录音，回答第8至10题。 8. What is the man probably? A. A manager. B. A volunteer. C. A customer. 9. What does the woman decide to do now? A. Travel abroad. B. Lose weight. C. Buy a new dress. 10. When is the woman’s holiday? A. In seven weeks. B. In three days. C. In a month. 听第8段录音，回答第11至13题。 11. What is Jennifer doing these days? A. Celebrating a festival. B. Learning a new poem. C. Preparing her poem. 12. What is the purpose of the Youth Poetry Festival? A. To teach how to write poems. B. To discover young poets. C. To honor great poets. 13. Where will the festival be held this year? A. At the Youth Center. B. At the City Library. C. In Central Park. 听第9段录音，回答第14至16题。 14. What does the man find exciting about diving? A. Discovering unknown sea life. B. Diving into the depths. C. Exploring historic sites. 15. What does the man stress about special training for scuba diving? A. Knowing how to use scuba equipment. B. Creating different underwater signs. C. Mastering swimming skills. 16. What does the woman mean in the end? A. She has encountered many new species. B. She has a strong desire to dive. C. She will go to a diving school. 听第10段录音，回答第17至20题。 17. What was mentioned in the open letter? A. The concern about AI affecting human creativity in writing. B. The role of science fiction in influencing AI development. C. The potential benefits of AI in the field of writing. 18. What is the main topic of the book HUM? A. A fact-checking program with the power to change facts. B. A poet who agrees to work with an AI poetry company. C. A wife and mother who is out of work due to AI. 19. Who is Ryan Doherty? A. A director. B. A doctor. C. A government worker. 20. Which work was created with the help of AI? A. In Our Likeness. B. Death of an Author. C. Sike. 第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A Here are three iconic Greek destinations, each with its own distinctive appeal. Santorini Santorini, with its iconic white-washed buildings, is a world-renowned luxury destination. This volcanic island features amazing seaside beaches and dramatic sunsets, making it a top choice for discerning (有眼光的) travelers. For a more special experience, consider enjoying a luxury house. No luxury vacation in Greece is complete without tasting the culinary (烹饪的) delights the country has to offer. Santorini boasts a remarkable dining scene, featuring world-class restaurants that show the freshest local ingredients. Mykonos Mykonos, known as the “Island of the Winds”, boasts beautiful coastal beaches and crystal-clean seawater. It provides various luxury pleasures, including infinity pools, private beach access, and exclusive spa facilities. Mykonos boasts a reputation for its lively nightlife scene. From iconic beach clubs where you can dance to the hottest beats under the sun to sophisticated cocktail bars that offer full views of the Aegean Sea, the island suits those seeking an unforgettable party experience. Crete Crete, the largest of the Greek islands, offers a diverse and attractive vacation experience. It is famous for its clean beaches, rough mountains and ancient ruins, perfectly mixing natural beauty with rich history. Immerse (使沉浸) yourself in the island’s cultural heritage by visiting archaeological sites such as the Palace of Knossos or exploring charming villages where time seems to stand still. For the adventurous souls, enjoy thrilling outdoor activities, including hiking through the Samaria Gorge or taking a sailing tour along the coastline. 1. What makes Santorini popular among picky tourists? A. Quiet ancient villages. B. Exciting hiking routes. C. Various seaside bars. D. Unique volcanic scenery. 2. Which destination best combines natural scenery and ancient culture? A. Santorini. B. Mykonos. C. Crete. D. Samaria. 3. What do the three destinations have in common? A. They have the world-famous historic palaces. B. They feature lively nightlife and beach clubs. C. They own beautiful beach scenery and sea views. D. They offer food with the freshest local ingredients. B After seeing how many seniors struggle with loneliness, Jacob Cramer wanted to make a difference — one heartfelt letter at a time. What started as a simple gesture has now grown into a nationwide movement. When his grandfather passed away in 2014, middle-schooler Jacob Cramer started volunteering at a local senior living community to ease his sadness. He quickly made friends with some people living there. He really liked an energetic elderly lady named Cynthia. “I often feel so lonely, Jacob,” Cynthia once told Jacob, explaining that her niece calls occasionally but she gets very few visitors and never receives letters in the mail. Jacob’s heart broke, and he decided to do something to help Cynthia. So he wrote his friend a letter and read it to her. Cynthia was full of joy as her tears flowed. Jacob realized that many seniors were on their own. “Can I help them feel less alone?” he wondered. Inspired, Jacob called communities to find more seniors who would like to receive letters, and began writing and mailing out hundreds of letters. After one nursing home sent Jacob photos of residents smiling with their letters, he wanted to do more. So in 2015, with help from his parents, Jacob started the nonprofit Love for Our Elders. Over the years, his organization has drawn volunteers from around the country to write 800,000 handwritten letters. At first, the letters were not written to anyone in particular and mass letter-sending was adopted. But starting in 2021, people could write letters to specific seniors featured on Love for Our Elders, which gives an introduction to each resident’s situation and interests. Letter-writers can then mail their letters — which typically include jokes, a little information about themselves and inspiring messages — directly to the seniors’ families, who will pass the letters along to the elderly people. “This project has shown me how kind people can be,” says Jacob, now 24 and a Yale University graduate. “It’s not just a letter — it’s something very powerful.” 4. Why did Jacob take up volunteer work at first? A. To meet new friends. B. To relieve his own grief. C. To develop social skills. D. To help lonely seniors out. 5. What can we learn about Cynthia? A. She has little daily company. B. She often writes to her niece. C. She works in the community. D. She loves reading old letters. 6. How did Jacob’s activity develop after 2015? A. It mainly served local nursing homes. B. It focused on taking photos of elders. C. It attracted more helpers nationwide. D. It stopped regular mass letter-sending. 7. What is Jacob’s attitude towards the project now? A. It needs more government support. B. It has made him a national celebrity. C. It carries meaning beyond the letters. D. It proves pretty hard to keep running. C In some cities, as many as one in four office spaces are empty. Some start-ups are giving them a second life. Vertical (垂直的) indoor farms — where crops can be grown in climate-controlled environments using the latest planting techniques — have been popping up around the world. The open-plan nature of most modern offices makes them suitable for indoor farm use. Still, repurposing, particularly to ensure a space can accommodate the proper equipment and has proper electrical, heating, ventilation (通风), and air conditioning systems, can be difficult. The Calgary Tower Project, developed by the company Agriplay Ventures, has worked to overcome these challenges. Agriplay uses 1-by-2.5m modular racks (有标准组件的架子) rising up to 3m tall, which can easily adapt to any space with ventilation. The racks are also easy to remove once a project is completed. Unoccupied office buildings are often close to final consumers. In a former paper storage warehouse in Arlington, about a mile outside of Washington, D. C., Area 2 Farms is growing over 180 organic varieties of green vegetables. By serving consumers within 10 miles or less, the company has driven down transport costs and any associated carbon footprint. Energy use, however, is the “Achilles’ heel” of this field, says Fraser. Vertical farms need a lot of electricity to run lighting and ventilation systems, smart devices, and automated harvesting technologies. “But if energy is sourced from renewable sources, they can outperform regular farms in this regard, too,” he says. They face other challenges, too. And, for now, aside from leafy greens, most indoor facilities cannot yet mass produce other types of crops like wheat, corn or rice. “One thing cities dislike is unused spaces that don’t drive economic growth,” says Fraser. “If indoor farm projects in cities like Arlington prove successful, others may follow suit.” 8. What can be learned about Agriplay? A. It helps clients locate storage areas. B. It develops new planting techniques. C. It focuses on maintaining office buildings. D. It offers equipment suited for indoor farming. 9. What does the author indicate by mentioning Arlington? A. The achievements of Area 2 Farms. B. The benefits of urban indoor farms. C. The significance of vertical farming. D. The popularity of organic vegetables. 10. Which word is closest in meaning to “Achilles’ heel” underlined in paragraph 5? A. Core. B. Future. C. Weakness. D. Advantage. 11. What might be the best title for the text? A. The Rise of Organic Farms B. A New Life for Empty Offices C. A Bright Future for City Farmers D. The World of High-Tech Agriculture D As the new robot called Sprout walks around a Manhattan office, nodding its rectangular head, lifting its swinging “eyebrows” and offering to shake your hand with its grippers (钳子), it looks nothing like the shiny and threatening humanoids built by some companies. Sprout’s charm is the point. A 5-year-old child could comfortably talk at eye level with this humanoid, which stands 1 meter tall and has a soft exterior of sage-green foam. Developed by Fauna Robotics over two years, Sprout aims to jump — start a whole new industry of building “approachable” robots for homes, schools and social spaces. If its emotive expressions and blinking lights seem slightly familiar, it might be from generations of Star Wars robots and other robotic companions dreamed up in animation studios and children’s literature. “Most people in this industry take inspiration from the science fiction that we grew up with,” said Fauna Robotics co-founder and CEO Rob Cochran. “I think some do so from Westworld and Terminator. We do from WALL-E, Baymax and Rosie Jetson.” Sprout can’t lift heavy objects, but it can dance the Twist or the Floss, grab a toy block or teddy bear, or stand up from a chair to take a long walk along the wooden floors. It walks slowly but steadily on uneven ground. Only once did it come close to tripping when taking a sharp turn to avoid a person. Its foot hit a table wheel so low that it could not be seen by Sprout’s camera eyes. But the robot, built to handle disturbances, quickly recovered its balance and kept walking, much like a clumsy person might. Starting a robot company can be unforgiving, especially one designing personal robots. What happens next with Sprout will depend on how developers experiment with it and what they learn. For Cochran, some of the most important “judges” have already given their approval. In a home video he keeps on his phone, his 2-year-old twins excitedly jump up and down as Sprout greets them. 12. What is a key feature of the robot Sprout? A. It is built mainly for heavy lifting. B. It moves more quickly than other robots. C. It wears bright shiny metal covers. D. It has a friendly and childlike appearance. 13. What inspired the design of Sprout according to the passage? A. Robotic images in animated works. B. Industrial robots for social spaces. C. Tools used in ordinary households. D. Characters from adventure novels. 14. How did Sprout react to the fall risk? A. It stopped walking at once. B. It regained balance quickly. C. It asked people for assistance. D. It released a warning signal. 15. What is Cochran’s attitude towards the future of personal robots? A. Unclear. B. Doubtful. C. Indifferent. D. Positive. 第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分） 阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 In a world driven by test scores and productivity, art is often seen as a luxury or an elective. But recent research suggests this common assumption is mistaken. ____16____ They build stronger creative thinking and emotional intelligence through these pursuits. One study even found that art participants scored 20% higher on empathy tests. Why does art have such a powerful effect on young minds? ____17____ When a child paints or plays an instrument, the brain must coordinate perception (感知), movement, memory, and emotion all at once. A 2024 Swiss study of over 2,000 children found that those receiving regular arts training consistently outperformed their peers in problem-solving tasks. ____18____ Children often struggle to put complex feelings into words. Art gives them another language to express their own inner world. Through colors, sounds, or movements, they can express what they cannot otherwise share. This process helps them understand and manage their own moods — a skill vital for mental health. The value of art extends well into adulthood as well. In an age when AI can generate content from existing information, uniquely human strengths — imagination, original thinking, moral judgment — are becoming more valuable. Art education nurtures (培养) exactly these essential human qualities. Students with art backgrounds learn to approach problems without ready-made answers. ____19____ That is why art education deserves a central place in our schools. Policymakers and parents should no longer see art as an extra thing. Instead, they need to recognize it as an essential part of the school curriculum. ____20____ Engagement with artistic pursuits builds creativity, empathy, and the inner strength to face life’s challenges. A. Art, in essence, is about making better human beings. B. Much of the explanation lies in how the human brain works. C. Some educators argue that art is difficult to measure in standardized tests. D. Another benefit is that art provides a safe space for emotional expression. E. Math and science courses are always prioritized over art classes in most schools. F. They embrace uncertainty, which prepares them for careers that no machine can replace. G. It shows students engaged in regular artistic activities such as drawing or music gain clear benefits. 第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 The prize may belong to the fastest. However, sometimes the person who lifts the trophy (奖杯) is not the only ____21____. That was clearly seen at a recent cross-country race in Greenfield, Ohio. There were two main ____22____ in the event: Marcus Lee and Daniel Rivera. Marcus, a 17-year-old from Lakeside High School, had ____23____ for months, dreaming of earning a sports scholarship. Daniel, from North Ridge High, was known by his classmates as someone who would rather ____24____ others than gain attention for himself. The race went ____25____ at first. With less than one kilometre to go, however, Marcus ____26____ on a loose stone. Then he lost his ____27____ and fell, badly hurting his knee. “I heard a ____28____ sound and felt something go wrong,” Daniel later recalled. Marcus tried to wave and ____29____ Daniel to pass him and keep going. For most athletes, crossing the line first is the main ____30____. But in that moment, winning suddenly seemed less ____31____ to Daniel. As he reached Marcus, he saw the pain on his face and heard his short, ____32____ breaths. Instead of running ahead, Daniel stopped and put Marcus’s arm over his ____33____. Slowly, step by step, they ____34____ towards the finish line together. “Helping him finish meant more than any ____35____,” Daniel said later. “That day, we both won in a different way.” 21. A. winner B. employer C. server D. manager 22. A. musicians B. tourists C. opponents D. pilots 23. A. wandered B. considered C. trained D. rested 24. A. assist B. cheat C. blame D. guess 25. A. instantly B. smoothly C. safely D. difficultly 26. A. landed B. stepped C. climbed D. swam 27. A. hope B. hobby C. vision D. balance 28. A. steady B. lovely C. sharp D. secure 29. A. suspect B. restrict C. pretend D. signal 30. A. goal B. mood C. lesson D. title 31. A. important B. familiar C. distant D. memorable 32. A. calm B. shaky C. regular D. long 33. A. head B. leg C. ankle D. shoulder 34. A. looked through B. gave away C. carried on D. took up 35. A. comment B. medal C. contest D. method 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 Forty years after China launched the “Wild Horse Return Program”, the Przewalski’s horse — the world’s only surviving wild horse species — ____36____ (shift) from near extinction to self-sustaining wild herds in Northwest China so far. Its population in China has gone over 900, ____37____ (rough) one-third of the global total. The program, ____38____ (launch) in 1985, aims to restore the species, which died out in the wild in the 1970s from poaching and habitat loss. It has saved this 60-million-year-old “living fossil”, ____39____ (move) it from captive breeding (人工繁殖) to stable wild populations. The project imported horses from abroad ____40____ built domestic breeding bases, making the horse a symbol of ecological restoration. A key rewilding effort was carried out at Dunhuang West Lake National Nature Reserve among the major ____41____ (site) in Gansu province. From 2010 to 2025, 56 trained horses were released into the reserve, ____42____ the natural environment provided enough food and water. Last year, 28 horses were relocated (迁移) 1,030 kilometers via a pioneering “loose transport” method ____43____ zero deaths. Now, over 300 horses have been bred and released into the wild. The species can now sustain ____44____ (it) in the reserve, forming 28 herds with a total of more than 200 horses. Zhao Xumao, a professor at Lanzhou University’s College of Ecology, said, “The successful breeding and reintroduction highlight the country’s resolve _____45_____ ( protect) biodiversity and promote harmony between humans and nature.” 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 假定你是李华，你校上周末组织了高二学生青春诗朗诵（Poetry Recitation of Youth）。请给你的笔友Tom写一封邮件介绍此次活动，内容包括： 1. 活动目的； 2. 活动内容； 3. 你的感触。 注意： 1. 写作词数应为80词左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Dear Tom, ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 第二节（满分25分） 47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 When 16-year-old Li Wei received an invitation to his British classmate Emma’s birthday party, he was so excited that he almost jumped up. Having moved from Shanghai just three months ago, he felt the party was his first real chance to make friends. His mother had spent the entire morning in their tiny apartment kitchen carefully preparing a gift: homemade mooncakes wrapped in red paper decorated with dragon patterns. “In China, red brings good luck and the dragon represents strength,” she said proudly. “These mooncakes carry our family’s blessings.” At the party, colorful balloons danced along the ceiling (天花板), and the living room was filled with the latest pop songs. Li Wei noticed everyone’s gifts piled (堆放) on a table, and he placed his gift on the top, whose traditional appearance stood out among the gifts. He looked around and found that most of the faces were unfamiliar. So he sat down and listened to the music, waiting excitedly for that big moment — opening the gifts. Soon it came. In the cheers of her friends, Emma walked over to the table. Her eyes were immediately drawn to Li Wei’s uniquely wrapped gift. However, when she opened it, silence fell as she stared at the unfamiliar pastries (糕点). “What…are these?” she asked hesitantly. A boy leaned over and laughed loudly, “Looks like play-dough (橡皮泥)!” Heat rushed to Li Wei’s face as he stammered (结结巴巴地说), “They’re traditional Chinese mooncakes ...” However, his voice was swallowed (淹没) by the laughter that followed. Someone even whispered, “This might be leftovers from his home. He must think it’s a picnic outing.” Li Wei’s heart sank. He didn’t expect that his well-intended gift — a gesture of love, now turned into something strange and unwelcome in this foreign setting. The joyful atmosphere disappeared quickly, replaced by an uncomfortable silence as guests looked at the mooncakes as if they were strange objects from another world. Just as Li Wei wished he could disappear, he suddenly remembered what his mother had said with pride before he came here. 注意： 1.词数应为150左右； 2.按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 He quickly calmed down. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Three months later, Li Wei and his mooncakes appeared at school’s International Food Fair. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $