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新泰中学2025级高二上学期第一次诊断性检测
英语试题
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第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段录音。每段录音后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段录音后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段录音播放两遍。
1.How does the software help Jason sleep?
A. By limiting screen time.
B. By playing relaxing music.
C. By blocking out screen light.
2.What does the man usually do on Sundays?
A. Clean up the beach. B. Go swimming. C. Play football.
3. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. A film. B. A book. C. A writer.
4. Where does the conversation probably take place?
A. Over the phone.
B. In a shopping mall.
C. At the woman’s house.
5. What does the man think of the book?
A. Interesting. B. Boring. C. Touching.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段录音。每段录音后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段录音前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,每小题都有5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音播放两遍。
听下面一段对话,完成下面小题。
6. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A. Neighbors. B. Repairman and customer.
C. Homeowner and renter.
7. When will the woman come to the man’s apartment?
A. This Sunday. B. This Saturday. C. This Friday.
听下面一段对话,完成下面小题。
8. What is the main purpose of the conversation?
A. To discuss a project. B. To make a survey. C. To arrange an interview.
9. What is the woman’s problem?
A. To finish the task on time. B. To make use of her talent.
C. To put the material in place.
10. What will the man do in an hour?
A. Find a big stone. B. Attend a meeting. C. Go to the town square.
听下面一段对话,完成下面小题。
11. For what does the woman prefer working in the office?
A. The free coffee. B. The helpful colleagues. C. The quiet environment.
12. What is the man’s attitude towards the “work from home” program?
A. Uncertain. B. Supportive. C. Doubtful.
13. What time does the man begin to work now?
A. At 8:00 a.m. B. At 8:30 a.m. C. At 9:00 a.m.
听下面一段对话,完成下面小题。
14. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. A traveling experience. B. A brand-new train line.
C. A country’s high-speed rail.
15. Where are the speakers living?
A. In China. B. In Japan. C. In the US.
16. What are the speakers going to do next?
A. Put away clothes. B. Go to sleep. C. Make a call.
听下面一段独白,完成下面小题。
17. When did the first game between Kasparov and Deep Blue take place?
A. In 1996. B. In 1997. C. In 1998.
18. What can Kasparov do in a second?
A. Think of three moves. B. Set up the chessboard.
C. Read the other player’s movs.
19. How long did Kasparov take to win the first game?
A. Less than 2 hours. B. Nearly 4 hours. C. About 5 hours.
20. What did the computer try to do in the second game?
A. Avoid being cheated. B. Spend less time thinking.
C. Get Kasparov to make a mistake.
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
Expedition Entomology (昆虫学) is a chance for you to join our research and conservation initiatives where you’ll gather samples, document behavior, and discover species while hiking, swimming, climbing, digging, and camping in some of the most remote and biodiverse places on Earth. You’ll gain cultural insight and develop unforgettable bonds with the researchers and fellow participants.
UPCOMING EXPEDITIONS
Cost: $3, 200
Dates: June 5th-14th, 2026
Country: Panama
Accommodation type: 2 nights hotel, 7 nights camping on raised platforms
Minimum Age: 18
Cost: $2, 980
Dates: September 18th-27th, 2026
Country: Thailand
Accommodation type: 2 nights hotel, 7 nights family or private cottages
Minimum Age: 18
Single travelers welcome!
Every expedition (探险) generates essential insect biodiversity information from a wide variety of ecosystems, supporting global conservation plans and creating much-needed, long-term environmental datasets.
Do you have a research or conservation project you’d like to get started? Do you have a list of insects you want to experience in the wild? Contact us and we can make all the travel arrangements, permit applications, official inquiries, insurance, etc. — we take care of the boring stuff so you don’t have to! Just let us know your bug (虫子) dreams and we’ll make it happen within your budget!
1. Who is Expedition Entomology most suitable for?
A. A student majoring in history. B. A teenager crazy about team sports.
C. An entomologist seeking financial aid. D. A traveler interested in nature conservation.
2. What do the two expeditions have in common?
A. They last ten days. B. They are open to children.
C. They are free for singles. D. They offer platform campsites.
3. What service can Expedition Entomology offer?
A. Guidance on budget cuts. B. Help with official procedures.
C. Care for young participants. D. Training in academic research.
【答案】1. D 2. A 3. B
【解析】
【导语】文章主要介绍了“昆虫学远征”项目,招募对自然保护感兴趣的旅行者前往偏远地区参与昆虫研究与保护,并详细列出了近期行程及提供的专属服务。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第一段中的“Expedition Entomology (昆虫学) is a chance for you to join our research and conservation initiatives where you’ll gather samples, document behavior, and discover species while hiking, swimming, climbing, digging, and camping in some of the most remote and biodiverse places on Earth.(‘昆虫学远征’是一个让你加入我们的研究和保护计划的机会,你将通过徒步、游泳、攀爬、挖掘和露营,在地球上一些最偏远、生物多样性最丰富的地方收集样本、记录行为并发现物种。)”可知,该项目结合了自然探索与环境保护,因此最适合对自然保护感兴趣的旅行者。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章“UPCOMING EXPEDITIONS”部分的巴拿马行程“Dates: June 5th-14th, 2026(日期:2026年6月5日至14日)”以及泰国行程“Dates: September 18th-27th, 2026(日期:2026年9月18日至27日)”可知,这两个行程的持续时间均为10天。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章最后一段中的“Contact us and we can make all the travel arrangements, permit applications, official inquiries, insurance, etc. — we take care of the boring stuff so you don’t have to!(联系我们,我们可以为您安排所有的旅行事宜、许可证申请、官方询问、保险等——我们负责处理这些无聊的琐事,让您无需操心!)”可知,该项目可以为参与者提供官方程序方面的帮助。
B
Beatrice De Lavalette developed a passion for horse-riding when she turned 3. However, in the spring of 2016, 17-year- old De Lavalette was waiting for a flight when she got hit by a bombing at Brussels airport. Along with serious burns, De Lavalette lost both legs below the knee. Yet she said if it weren’t for the event, she wouldn’t be the person to join in the Paralympic Games(残奥会) in Tokyo.
Getting back in the saddle(马鞍) was no easy work because of her injuries. However, five months after the bombing, thanks to her courage, determination-and further treatment and training---that’s exactly where she was. “I had no muscle, I was just skin and bones, so being back on the saddle with no sense of balance was really uncomfortable. But with time, I was able to build up the muscle and work on my balance,” she said.
Unsurprisingly, De Lavalette was depressed as she tried to come to make peace with her injuries. She got lots of help and encouragement from her family, friends and the doctors, but she still couldn’t pick herself up. She cried a lot in the hospital until an unexpected visitor, her beloved horse, DeeDee, turned things around for her. “DeeDee saved my life,” Beatrice said. Adjusting to her disabled body was, in many ways, like having to learn to ride all over again. And the Paralympics offered a perfect chance to show her hard-earned skills. “I can’t change what happened, but I can still achieve my dream. As I have said many times, I was in the wrong place at the wrong time. What else is there to say? There are no ‘What ifs’. I have a new life in front of me,” Beatrice said, “What’s important is that I’m alive and I feel that I will do something great with my life. ” We’d say that she already has.
4. What happened to Beatrice when she was 17?
A. She learned to ride.
B. She ran into an air crash.
C. She got injured in a bombing.
D. She participated in the Paralympics.
5. What played a key role in helping Beatrice back to riding?
A. Parents’ love. B. Doctors’ care. C. DeeDee’s company.
D. Friends’ encouragement.
6. What was Beatrice’s difficulty in training?
A. Lack of friendship. B. Loss of balance. C. Great physical pains. D. Continuous depression.
7. What can we learn from Beatrice’s words in the last paragraph?
A. Time is a good heal.
B. Hard work pays off.
C. Attitude makes a difference.
D. Failure is the mother of success.
【答案】4. C 5. C 6. B 7. C
【解析】
【分析】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了Beatrice De Lavalette在17岁时在爆炸中受伤,但通过自己的勇气与努力和她的心爱的马DeeDee的陪伴使她渐渐好转。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段“However, in the spring of 2016, 17-year- old De Lavalette was waiting for a flight when she got hit by a bombing at Brussels airport.(然而,2016年春天,17岁的De Lavalette在布鲁塞尔机场等待航班时被炸弹击中。)”可知,Beatrice 17岁时在一次爆炸中受伤。故选C。
【5题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“She cried a lot in the hospital until an unexpected visitor, her beloved horse, DeeDee, turned things around for her. “DeeDee saved my life,” Beatrice said. Adjusting to her disabled body was, in many ways, like having to learn to ride all over again.(她在医院里哭得很伤心,直到一位不速之客,她心爱的马,DeeDee,为她扭转了局面。“DeeDee救了我的命,” Beatrice说。从很多方面来说,适应残疾的身体就像重新学会骑马一样。)”可知,是DeeDee的陪伴在帮助Beatrice重新骑马的过程中起了关键作用。故选C。
【6题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段Beatrice说的话“I had no muscle, I was just skin and bones, so being back on the saddle with no sense of balance was really uncomfortable.(我没有肌肉,只有皮包骨头,所以在没有平衡感的情况下回到马鞍上真的很不舒服。)”可知,Beatrice在训练中的困难是失去平衡。故选B。
【7题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“I can’t change what happened, but I can still achieve my dream.(我不能改变已经发生的事情,但我仍然可以实现我的梦想。)”可知,从最后一段Beatrice的话中我们可以推断出:态度决定成败。故选C。
C
Research from King’s College London has shown that visiting an art gallery and looking at artwork can lower stress and may even improve your body’s natural defences.
To explore the physical effects of viewing art, scientists invited 50 UK volunteers between 18 and 40 years old to take part. They were split into two groups. One group saw original masterpieces by artists such as Van Gogh and Gauguin in the Courtauld Gallery. The other group saw high-quality printed copies of the same paintings in a laboratory setting. Before and after looking at the art, each person gave a saliva (唾液) sample. During the 20-minute session, they also wore research watches that tracked their heart rate and skin temperature.
The findings were striking. For those viewing real art in the gallery, levels of the stress hormones (荷尔蒙) levels fell by 22%. In contrast, the lab group’s levels only dropped by 8%. Additionally, some chemicals in the body that rise with stress and can harm long-term health decreased significantly among gallery visitors — by about 30% and 28% for the two key types measured. There was almost no change in the lab group. This indicates that experiencing original art in person can calm the body’s stress systems more effectively.
“From a scientific perspective, the most exciting part is that art positively influenced three body systems at once: immunity (免疫力), hormones, and the nervous system,” said Dr. Tony Woods, the study’s lead author. “This is a unique result that truly surprised us.”
Although there is a long history that art has always been connected to feeling better emotionally, this study now offers solid evidence that it benefits physical health too. So if you’re looking for a healthy and relaxing activity this weekend, you might want to plan a trip to your local art museum.
8. Why did researchers set up two different viewing environments?
A. To attract more public attention.
B. To identify which art style is more relaxing.
C. To see if the setting changes art’s physical effect.
D. To compare the popularity of originals and copies.
9. What do the numbers 22% and 8% primarily indicate?
A. The stress reduction in different settings.
B. The improvement in art appreciation skills.
C. The time spent viewing different artworks.
D. The age difference between the two groups.
10. What surprised the researchers most according to Dr. Tony Woods?
A. The volunteers’ strong interest in classic art.
B. The immediate drop in the volunteers’ heart rates.
C. The big difference between gallery and lab results.
D. The impact of art on multiple body systems.
11. What does the last paragraph focus on?
A. The general history of art therapy. B. The potential limitations of the study.
C. A comparison of emotional problems. D. A practical application of the finding.
【答案】8. C 9. A 10. D 11. D
【解析】
【导语】文章主要讲述了伦敦国王学院的一项研究,该研究通过对比在画廊看原作和在实验室看复制品两种情境下志愿者的生理反应,发现参观艺术画廊和欣赏艺术品可以降低压力,甚至可能增强身体的自然防御能力。
【8题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“To explore the physical effects of viewing art, scientists invited 50 UK volunteers between 18 and 40 years old to take part. They were split into two groups. One group saw original masterpieces by artists such as Van Gogh and Gauguin in the Courtauld Gallery. The other group saw high-quality printed copies of the same paintings in a laboratory setting.(为了探索观看艺术品的生理效果,科学家们邀请了50名年龄在18岁至40岁之间的英国志愿者参加。他们被分成两组。一组在考陶尔德画廊看到了梵高和高更等艺术家的原作。另一组在实验室环境中看到了同样画作的高质量印刷品)”可知,研究人员设置两种不同的观看环境是为了看看环境是否改变了艺术对身体的生理影响。
【9题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段“For those viewing real art in the gallery, levels of the stress hormones (荷尔蒙) levels fell by 22%. In contrast, the lab group’s levels only dropped by 8%”.(对于那些在画廊里观看真实艺术品的人来说,压力荷尔蒙水平下降了22%。相比之下,实验室组的水平只下降了8%)”可知,数字22%和8%主要表明的是不同环境下的压力减少情况。
【10题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段“From a scientific perspective, the most exciting part is that art positively influenced three body systems at once: immunity, hormones, and the nervous system,” said Dr. Tony Woods, the study’s lead author. “This is a unique result that truly surprised us.”(该研究的主要作者托尼·伍兹博士说:“从科学的角度来看,最令人兴奋的是艺术同时对三个身体系统产生了积极影响:免疫系统、荷尔蒙系统和神经系统。这是一个真正让我们感到惊讶的独特结果”)”可知,最让研究人员惊讶的是艺术对多个身体系统的影响。
【11题详解】
主旨大意题。根据最后一段“Although there is a long history that art has always been connected to feeling better emotionally, this study now offers solid evidence that it benefits physical health too. So if you’re looking for a healthy and relaxing activity this weekend, you might want to plan a trip to your local art museum.(尽管艺术与情绪改善之间的联系有着悠久的历史,但这项研究现在提供了确凿的证据,表明艺术也有益于身体健康。所以,如果你这个周末想找一项健康放松的活动,你可以考虑去当地的艺术博物馆)”可知,最后一段的重点是研究结果的实际应用。
D
Imagine a world where photography is a slow process that is impossible to master without years of study. Such a world existed in 1973, when Steven Sasson, a young engineer, went to work for Eastman Kodak company.
Soon after arriving at Kodak, Mr. Sasson was given a task—to see whether there was any practical use for a charged coupled device (C.C.D.), which consisted of a sensor (传感器) that took an incoming light and transformed it into an electrical signal.
Mr. Sasson wanted to capture an image with it, but the C.C.D. couldn’t hold it because the electrical pulses (脉冲) quickly disappeared. To store the image, he decided to use digitalization, turning the electronic pulses into numbers, But that solution led to another challenge—storing it on RAM memory, then getting it onto digital tape. He also needed to invent a playback system that would take the digital information on the tape and turn it into “something that you could see” on a television set: a digital image. It was a photographic system of an all-electronic camera that didn’t use film and didn’t use paper, and no consumables (消耗品) at all in the capturing and display of still photographic images.
The camera and the playback system were the beginning of the digital photography age. But the digital revolution did not come easily at Kodak. The main objections came from the marketing and business sides. Kodak’s marketing department was not interested in it, Mr, Sasson was told they could sell the camera, but wouldn’t—because it would eat away at the company’s film sales. Though Kodak did eventually market both professional and consumer cameras, it was too late, Mr, Sasson said, “It was just a matter of time, and yet Kodak didn’t really embrace any of it.”
12. What can the C.C.D. be used for?
A. Collecting light.
B. Capturing pictures.
C. Changing light into electronic signals.
D. Storing images in the RAM.
13. Why does the author call the photographic system a revolution?
A. It creates an age of paperless office.
B. It develops a better way of using films.
C. It invents a new way to store digital information.
D. It changes the way humans process images greatly.
14. What is the third paragraph mainly about?
A. The working rules of full digital photographic system.
B. The ways of developing a traditional camera.
C. How to make full use of the C.C.D.
D. How to show pictures on a TV set.
15. What’s Kodak’s attitude towards Mr. Sasson’s invention?
A. Doubtful. B. Indifferent. C. Supportive. D. Respectful.
【答案】12. C 13. D 14. A 15. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。Sasson先生发明了全数字摄影系统,但这项技术对柯达公司来说不具备吸引力。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段最后“which consisted of a sensor(传感器) that took an incoming light and transformed it into an electrical signal.(它由一个传感器组成,该传感器接收入射光并将其转换为电信号)”可知,C.C.D.可以把光变成电子信号。故选C。
【13题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段最后一句“It was a photographic system of an all-electronic camera that didn’t use film and didn’t use paper, and no consumables(消耗品) at all in the capturing and display of still photographic images.(这是一个全电子相机的摄影系统,它不使用胶片,也不使用纸张,在拍摄和显示静止的摄影图像时根本没有耗材)”可知,摄影系统极大地改变了图像处理的方式。故选D。
【14题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第三段“Mr. Sasson wanted to capture an image with it, but the C.C.D. couldn’t hold it because the electrical pulses(脉冲) quickly disappeared. To store the image, he decided to use digitalization, turning the electronic pulses into numbers, But that solution led to another challenge—storing it on RAM memory, then getting it onto digital tape. He also needed to invent a playback system that would take the digital information on the tape and turn it into “something that you could see” on a television set: a digital image.(萨森先生想用它来捕捉图像,但ccd无法保持它,因为电脉冲很快就消失了。为了存储图像,他决定使用数字化技术,将电子脉冲转化为数字。但这个解决方案带来了另一个挑战——将图像存储在RAM内存中,然后将其存储在数字磁带上。他还需要发明一种回放系统,可以将磁带上的数字信息转换成“你能在电视机上看到的东西”:数字图像)”可知,本段主要对全数字摄影系统的工作原理进行了讲解。故选A。
【15题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“The main objections came from the marketing and business sides. Kodak’s marketing department was not interested in it(主要反对意见来自营销和商业方面。柯达的营销部门对此不感兴趣)”可知,柯达对于Sasson的发明很冷漠。故选B。
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。
The rapid progress of technology means that ideas that once appeared in films are gradually becoming realities. ____16____ Seeing them smoothly deliver food has been a reality in the service industry.
Robot waiters are automated (自动化的) machines that are designed to copy the role of waiters as much as possible. At present, the function of robot waiters is generally limited to delivering food and removing dirty dishes. ____17____ They hope one day robot waiters can effectively remove the need for human front-of-house staff members.
____18____ Robot waiters can work full days without the need to take a break. One popular machine, Bellabot, can be rented for as little as $1,215 a month, making it a much cheaper replacement for a human worker even at the lowest pay rate.
As to their basic functions, robot waiters are often capable of greeting customers, with some having a screen like a face. They use self-driving technology to find the way. Now most robot waiters operate on wheels. ____19____
Some producers of robot waiters argue that their products are not designed to replace human workers at all. Instead, they take care of less significant tasks, allowing workers to focus on human-to-human communication with customers. ____20____ One Florida restaurant chain even claimed that the staff received even bigger tips once they began using a robot waiter as they had more time to speak to and connect with customers.
A. One familiar example is the wide use of smart robots.
B. Steps have been taken to make some robot waiters less cold.
C. So stairs and outdoor areas can still represent major challenges.
D. However, companies are working to develop the abilities of robots.
E. They are able to work endlessly for as long as their battery life allows.
F. Naturally, robot waiters are an attractive option for some business owners.
G. This change can benefit human workers by improving their service quality.
【答案】16. A 17. D 18. F 19. C 20. G
【解析】
【导语】本文主要介绍了机器人服务员的发展现状、功能特点、使用优势、技术局限性以及与人类员工的互补关系。
【16题详解】
由上文“The rapid progress of technology means that ideas that once appeared in films are gradually becoming realities.(科技的快速发展意味着曾经出现在电影中的想法正逐渐变成现实。)”以及下文“Seeing them smoothly deliver food has been a reality in the service industry.(看到它们顺利送餐已经成为服务业的现实。)”可知,上文阐述了科技发展让电影中的想法变成现实,下文说明了智能机器人送餐已经成为现实,本空承接上文总述,引出下文机器人送餐实例,选项A表示“一个熟悉的例子是智能机器人的广泛使用”,能承上启下,符合题意。
【17题详解】
由上文“At present, the function of robot waiters is generally limited to delivering food and removing dirty dishes.(目前,机器人服务员的功能通常仅限于送餐和收脏盘子。)”以及下文“They hope one day robot waiters can effectively remove the need for human front-of-house staff members.(他们希望有一天机器人服务员能有效取代人类前台员工。)”可知,上文阐述了目前机器人服务员功能有限,下文说明了公司希望未来机器人能取代人类员工,本空衔接现状与未来目标,选项D表示“然而,公司正在努力开发机器人的能力。”,能承上启下,符合题意。
【18题详解】
本题在第三段段首,是段落主题句。根据下文“Robot waiters can work full days without the need to take a break. One popular machine, Bellabot, can be rented for as little as $1,215 a month, making it a much cheaper replacement for a human worker even at the lowest pay rate.(机器人服务员能够全天工作,无需休息。一款流行的机器Bellabot,每月租金低至1215美元,即使按最低工资标准计算,也使它成为比人类工人便宜得多的替代品。)”可知,本段介绍了机器人服务员的两大优势 —— 全天工作不休息、租金便宜比人工划算,本空要总起说明机器人服务员对企业主有吸引力,选项F表示“自然,机器人服务员对一些企业主来说是一个有吸引力的选择。”,能涵盖本段大意,适合作本段段首句。
【19题详解】
由上文“They use self-driving technology to find the way. Now most robot waiters operate on wheels.(它们使用自动驾驶技术找路。现在大多数机器人服务员靠轮子移动。)”可知,上文说明了机器人服务员依靠自动驾驶技术和轮子移动的技术特点与局限性,本空承接上文技术特点,指出现存短板,选项C表示“因此,楼梯和户外区域仍然是主要挑战。”,能承接上文,符合题意。
【20题详解】
由上文“Instead, they take care of less significant tasks, allowing workers to focus on human-to-human communication with customers.(相反,它们处理不重要的任务,让员工专注于与顾客的人际交流。)”以及下文“One Florida restaurant chain even claimed that the staff received even bigger tips once they began using a robot waiter as they had more time to speak to and connect with customers.(佛罗里达一家连锁餐厅甚至声称,员工开始使用机器人服务员后小费更多了,因为他们有更多时间与顾客交流和建立联系。)”可知,上文阐述了机器人让员工专注于人际交流,下文举例说明了员工使用机器人后小费更多,本空要说明这种改变的益处,选项G表示“这一变革能够提升服务质量,从而使人类从业者从中获益。”,能承上启下,符合题意。
第三节 完形填空(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Most kids would be at a loss what to do when fear sets in. In contrast, 14-year-old Holland kept ___21___ and saved his fellow passengers from a(an) ___22___.
Earlier this year, Acie Holland was going about his usual end-of-school-day routine when he realized the school bus driver was acting ___23___. She turned the corner, but there was another street they usually turned on. She pressed the gas and went past the corner. Holland noticed she looked sick or ___24___, her head hanging down.
Knowing he had to act, Holland ran to the front to check on the driver, who didn’t ___25___. She passed out and the bus was changing ___26___. Holland took the driver’s ___27___ off the gas, straightened the bus, eased it to the roadside, and put on the brakes (刹车). Although he had never driven a car, his father was a certified auto technician and he grew up around ___28___.
After the bus was safely parked, Holland asked all the kids to ___29___ it and had one ring 911. He ran home to get his grandmother, a nurse, to give the driver first ______30______. Much to their relief, the driver ______31______.
“The sympathy and leadership we see him ______32______ daily was taken to the next level on his bus ride home yesterday. We are grateful that all our students are ______33______. We couldn’t be ______34______ of Holland,” wrote the school principal in an email to Holland’s parents Holland’s inspiring story spread and his bravery and ______35______ made him a role model to everyone.
21. A. busy B. still C. awake D. cool
22. A. emergency B. departure C. argument D. operation
23. A. gently B. oddly C. silently D. bravely
24. A. concerned B. interested C. tired D. annoyed
25. A. complain B. hesitate C. respond D. continue
26. A. distance B. frequency C. position D. direction
27. A. foot B. knee C. engine D. handle
28. A. customers B. checks C. vehicles D. faults
29. A. exit B. board C. locate D. monitor
30. A. notice B. aid C. comfort D. attention
31. A. caught up B. came to C. fitted in D. turned away
32. A. recall B. emphasize C. exhibit D. recognize
33. A. safe B. active C. content D. patient
34. A. more tolerant B. more convinced C. sicker D. prouder
35. A. honesty B. decisiveness C. curiosity D. willpower
【答案】21. D 22. A 23. B 24. C 25. C 26. D 27. A 28. C 29. A 30. B 31. B 32. C 33. A 34. D 35. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要介绍的是 14 岁的霍兰德在校车司机突发状况时,冷静应对,拯救了车上乘客的故事。
【21题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:相比之下,14 岁的霍兰德保持冷静,将他的乘客同伴们从一场紧急情况中拯救出来。A. busy忙碌的;B. still静止的;C. awake醒着的;D. cool冷静的。根据上文“Most kids would be at a loss what to do when fear sets in.”可知,大多数孩子在恐惧面前不知所措,结合“In contrast”可知,与其他孩子相比,霍兰德是保持冷静的,符合语境。故选D项。
【22题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:相比之下,14 岁的霍兰德保持冷静,将他的乘客同伴们从一场紧急情况中拯救出来。A. emergency紧急情况;B. departure离开;C. argument争论;D. operation手术。根据下文“Holland noticed she looked sick or ___4___ , her head hanging down.”可知,校车司机出了状况,由此可知,这是一场紧急情况。故选A项。
【23题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意:今年早些时候,艾斯・霍兰德像往常一样在放学回家的路上,他注意到校车司机的行为很奇怪。A. gently温柔地;B. oddly奇怪地;C. silently安静地;D. bravely勇敢地。根据下文“She turned the corner, but there was another street they usually turned on. She pressed the gas and went past the corner.”可知,司机没有按平常的路线走,由此可推断,此处指的是行为很“奇怪”符合语境。故选B项。
【24题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:霍兰德注意到她看起来病了或者很累,头垂着。A. concerned担心的;B. interested感兴趣的;C. tired累的;D. annoyed恼怒的。根据上文 “she looked sick”以及“her head hanging down”可推测,司机看起来病了或者很累。故选C项。
【25题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:霍兰德知道自己必须采取行动,他跑到前面去查看司机,司机没有回应。A. complain抱怨;B. hesitate犹豫;C. respond回应;D. continue继续。根据下文“She passed out”可知,司机昏迷了,所以没有“回应”霍兰德。故选C项。
【26题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:她昏了过去,公共汽车正在改变方向。A. distance距离;B. frequency频率;C. position位置;D. direction方向。根据上文“She pressed the gas and went past the corner.”以及常识可知,司机昏迷后,车会偏离原来的行驶“方向”符合语境。故选D项。
【27题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:霍兰德把司机的脚从油门上移开,把车开直,慢慢开到路边,然后踩下刹车。A. foot脚;B. knee膝盖;C. engine引擎;D. handle把手。根据上文的“She pressed the gas and went past the corner.”以及常识可知,司机是用脚踩油门的,所以霍兰德把司机的“脚”从油门上移开。故选A项。
【28题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:虽然他从未开过车,但他的父亲是一名合格的汽车技师,他是在汽车周围长大的。A. customers顾客;B. checks检查;C. vehicles车辆;D. faults故障。根据上文“his father was a certified auto technician”可知,他父亲是汽车技师,所以他在“汽车”周围长大。故选C项。
【29题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:公共汽车安全停好后,霍兰德让所有的孩子下车,并让一个孩子拨打了911。A. exit离开;B. board上车;C. locate定位;D. monitor监控。根据上文的“After the bus was safely parked”以及语境可知,车停稳后,为了安全,霍兰德让孩子们“离开”车,符合语境。故选A项。
【30题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:他跑回家把他的护士奶奶叫来,给司机进行急救。A. notice通知;B. aid帮助;C. comfort安慰;D. attention注意。根据上文 “He ran home to get his grandmother, a nurse”可知,他奶奶是护士,所以来给司机进行“急救”,first aid意为“急救”。故选B项。
【31题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意:令他们欣慰的是,司机苏醒了过来。A. caught up 赶上;B. came to苏醒;C. fitted in适应;D. turned away转身离开。根据上文的“She passed out and the bus was changing __6__ .”可知,司机应是晕了过去,结合“Much to their relief”可知,大家欣慰的是司机“苏醒”了。故选B项。
【32题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意:“我们看到他日常表现出的同情心和领导能力,在昨天回家的公交车上被提升到了一个新的高度。我们很感激我们所有的学生都安全。我们为霍兰德感到无比骄傲。”校长在给霍兰德父母的电子邮件中写道。A. recall回忆;B. emphasize 强调;C. exhibit表现出;D. recognize认出。根据上文的“The sympathy and leadership we see him”以及“daily”可知,人们在日常所能看到霍兰德的同情心和领导能力,由此可推断,此处指的是日常“表现出”的同情心和领导能力。故选C项。
【33题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:“我们看到他日常表现出的同情心和领导能力,在昨天回家的公交车上被提升到了一个新的高度。我们很感激我们所有的学生都安全。我们为霍兰德感到无比骄傲。”校长在给霍兰德父母的电子邮件中写道。A. safe安全的;B. active活跃的;C. content满足的;D. patient耐心的。根据语境以及上文“After the bus was safely parked, Holland asked all the kids to ___9___ it and had one ring 911.”可知,由于霍兰德的一系列行为,他让学生们都安全了,所以校长感激学生们都“安全”符合语境。故选A项。
【34题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意:“我们看到他日常表现出的同情心和领导能力,在昨天回家的公交车上被提升到了一个新的高度。我们很感激我们所有的学生都安全。我们为霍兰德感到无比骄傲。”校长在给霍兰德父母的电子邮件中写道。A. more tolerant更宽容的;B. more convinced更确信的;C. sicker更生病的;D. prouder更骄傲的。根据语境和上文的“In contrast, 14-year-old Holland kept ___1___ and saved his fellow passengers from a(an) ___2___ .”可知,霍兰德的英勇行为将他的乘客同伴们从一场紧急情况中拯救出来,校长为他感到“骄傲”符合语境,couldn’t be prouder意为“无比骄傲”。故选D项。
【35题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意:霍兰德鼓舞人心的故事传开了,他的勇敢和果断使他成为了每个人的榜样。A. honesty诚实;B. decisiveness果断;C. curiosity好奇心;D. willpower意志力。根据上文“Holland’s inspiring story spread and his bravery”可知,此处与bravery为并列关系,结合上文介绍的霍兰德迅速而果断的行动可知,他很果断。故选B项。
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。
The name “Bai Peilan” stands out on the list of winners of the Orchid Awards, its classical Chinese quality ____36____ (show) a sharp contrast with the names of other foreigners praised for promoting cultural exchanges between China and the rest of the world.
Bai Peilan is the Chinese name of Mexican professor Flora Beja. In her 90s, she ____37____ (honor) with the outstanding achievement award at the Orchid Awards last year, in ____38____ (recognize) of decades of devotion to studying and introducing China not only to Mexico, but also to all Spanish-speaking ____39____ (country).
Born in Greece, Bai Peilan moved to Mexico at the age of 15, where she began her ____40____ (remark) journey that ultimately tied her life to that of the Chinese. She is now ____41____ founding figure in the field of Sinology (汉学) in Mexico. For her, ____42____ started out as a suitable academic arrangement eventually developed into a profound love affair with China.
As one of the first academics in Mexico to focus on China, Bai chose to explore the rich aspects of traditional Chinese culture, reflecting her belief that “we must know about the past ____43____ (understand) the present”. Going into two distinct cultures, Bai concludes that respect ____44____ the elderly, as well as traditional values of family ties, ____45____ (be) of great importance in both Mexico and China.
【答案】36. showing
37. was honored
38. recognition
39. countries
40. remarkable
41. a 42. what
43. to understand
44. for 45. is
【解析】
【导语】主要介绍墨西哥汉学家白佩兰荣获兰花奖杰出成就奖,讲述她深耕汉学、传播中国文化的人生历程与文化感悟。
【36题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:“白佩兰”这个名字在兰花奖获奖者名单中格外醒目,这个富有中式古典韵味的名字与其他因推动中外文化交流受表彰的外国人的名字形成鲜明对比。此处为独立主格结构,show与逻辑主语its classical Chinese quality之间是主动关系,所以用现在分词showing。
【37题详解】
考查动词时态和语态。句意:年逾九旬的她去年斩获兰花奖杰出成就奖,以表彰她数十年来潜心研究中国,并将中国介绍给墨西哥乃至所有西班牙语国家。主语she与honor之间是被动关系,时间状语last year为过去时间,使用一般过去时被动语态,结构为was/were+过去分词,主语为第三人称单数,be动词用was。
【38题详解】
考查名词。句意:年逾九旬的她去年斩获兰花奖杰出成就奖,以表彰她数十年来潜心研究中国,并将中国介绍给墨西哥乃至所有西班牙语国家。此处为名词作宾语,recognize对应的名词是recognition,固定搭配in recognition of,意为“表彰、为表彰”。
【39题详解】
考查名词复数。句意:年逾九旬的她去年斩获兰花奖杰出成就奖,以表彰她数十年来潜心研究中国,并将中国介绍给墨西哥乃至所有西班牙语国家。all后接可数名词复数,country的复数形式为countries。
【40题详解】
考查形容词。句意:白佩兰出生于希腊,十五岁移居墨西哥,在那里开启了一段非凡旅程,这段旅程最终将她的人生与中国人紧密相连。此处修饰名词journey,需要使用形容词,remark对应的形容词是remarkable,意为“非凡的、卓越的”。
【41题详解】
考查冠词。句意:如今她是墨西哥汉学领域的奠基人之一。figure为可数名词单数,空前无限定词,结合句意,此处表示“一位奠基人”为泛指,且founding是以辅音音素开头的单词,所以用不定冠词a。
【42题详解】
考查主语从句。句意:对她而言,最初只是一次合适的学术规划,最终演变成对中国深沉的热爱。此处引导主语从句,从句缺少主语,表示“……的事物”,所以用连接代词what。
【43题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:作为墨西哥最早一批专注研究中国的学者之一,白佩兰选择深挖丰富的中国传统文化,这体现了她的理念:我们必须了解过去才能读懂当下。此处为非谓语动词作状语,结合句意,表示了解过去的目的,所以用动词不定式to understand作目的状语。
【44题详解】
考查介词。句意:游走于两种截然不同的文化之间,白佩兰总结道,敬老以及重视亲情的传统价值观在墨西哥和中国都至关重要。固定搭配respect for,意为“对……的尊重”,所以此处填介词for。
【45题详解】
考查动词时态和主谓一致。句意:游走于两种截然不同的文化之间,白佩兰总结道,敬老以及重视亲情的传统价值观在墨西哥和中国都至关重要。as well as连接并列主语时使用就远原则,主语respect为不可数名词,句子为一般现在时,谓语动词用单数形式is。
第四部分 写作 (共两节,满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 假设你是李华,贵校寒假将接待一个英国学生代表团。在欢迎会上,你将作为学生负责人发言,推介一项最能体现中华文化精神内核的传统形式:国画或唐诗。请你写一篇发言稿,内容需包括:
1. 推介形式; 2. 推介理由。
注意:
1. 词数100左右;
2. 发言稿开头已给出,不计入总词数;
3. 请确保内容连贯,并体现文化自信与跨文化沟通意识。
Dear friends,
On behalf of our school, I extend a warm welcome to you all.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
【答案】参考一:
Dear friends,
On behalf of our school, I extend a warm welcome to you all. It is my honor to introduce Tang poetry as one of the most profound treasures of Chinese culture.
The beauty of Tang poetry lies not only in its elegant rhythm and concise language but also in its ability to convey deep emotions and universal human experiences in just a few lines. Through poetry, you may sense the Chinese appreciation for nature, friendship, and the transience of life. For example, the well-known poet Li Bai wrote, “Raise my cup, I invite the moon; with my shadow, we are three.” This line reflects a blend of loneliness, imagination, and harmony with nature—an essence often found in the Chinese worldview.
I believe that exploring Tang poetry will offer you meaningful insight into the values and spirit that have shaped China for centuries.
Thank you.
参考二:
Dear friends,
On behalf of our school, I extend a warm welcome to you all. It is my honor to introduce traditional Chinese painting as a profound expression of our cultural heritage.
What I wish to share with you is its distinctive philosophy. While much of Western art pursues visual realism, Chinese painting seeks to express the inner spirit and essential nature of its subject—be it a landscape, a flower, or a bird. Its beauty emerges not only from the expressive brushwork and the symbolic use of empty space, but also from the integration of poetry, calligraphy, and painting into a unified artistic whole. Take, for example, a classic Chinese landscape: you do not merely view a scene, but rather sense the artist’s tranquil mind and philosophical desire to harmonize with nature.
Thus, Chinese painting is more than visual art—it is a form of quiet contemplation, offering a window into a worldview that values harmony, subtlety, and spiritual connection above all.
Thank you.
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生以李华(学生负责人)的身份,在欢迎英国学生代表团的欢迎会上发言,推介唐诗这一最能体现中华文化精神内核的传统形式,内容包括推介形式和推介理由。
【详解】1. 词汇积累
荣幸:honor→privilege
优雅的:elegant→graceful
传达:convey→express
意义重大的:meaningful→significant
2. 句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句:Through poetry, you may sense the Chinese appreciation for nature, friendship, and the transience of life.
拓展句:Through poetry, you may sense the Chinese appreciation for nature, friendship, and the transience of life, which reflects the core spirit of Chinese culture.
【点睛】【高分句型1】The beauty of Tang poetry lies not only in its elegant rhythm and concise language but also in its ability to convey deep emotions and universal human experiences in just a few lines.(运用了“not only...but also...”并列结构)
【高分句型2】I believe that exploring Tang poetry will offer you meaningful insight into the values and spirit that have shaped China for centuries.(运用了that引导的宾语从句和定语从句)
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。
Todd leaned against the window looking out at the noisy street in the afternoon sun. Some kids ran back and forth shouting loudly, while others rode scooters (滑板车) fast down the sidewalk, nearly bumping into passersby — several even cut through neighbours’ front yards, destroying flowers in the neat gardens.
He signed softly and turned back inside, his eyes falling on the cover of a dog-eared book — a gift from Grandma. A wave of warmth swept over him. He’d once been too restless to sit down. It was Grandma that had turned his dislike of reading into passion. Those boring afternoons were turned into adventures because Grandma always had a way to make reading feel like treasure hunts. With newfound passion, he stepped into a wonderland through those pages. Suddenly, he was drugged back to reality from his sweet memories by the yelling from a neighbour, “Ruined my garden again? Can’t you kids read some books?”
An idea popped into Todd’s mind. Why not build a small book box right in his front yard? Wasn’t this a perfect way to change the messy community around him? Without hesitation, he crafted the box from old wooden pieces, carved a tiny shelf inside and put in his favourite children’s books, including the gift from Grandma. For the sign on the box, he painted “Reading Comer for Kids”. He placed the box right under the big oak tree where the kids dashed past every single day.
Yet the box sat lonely for days. Kids still rushed past, never sparing a glance. The neighborhood didn’t shift one bit. Feeling defeated, Todd walked out to the box and picked up a book. As he opened it, a small, faded sticker slipped out from the pages, landing on the grass. It was the shiny star he had been hunting for — one of the “secret treasures” Grandma used to hide for him to find.
注意:
1. 续写词数应为150左右:
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Recalling Grandma’s tricks, Todd knew what he could do.
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With more kids drawn to the magic of stories, the community changed.
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【答案】范文
Recalling Grandma’s tricks, Todd knew what he could do. He hunted through his old books, hiding small stickers, colorful paper clips and tiny toy figures as “secret treasures” between the pages, just like Grandma used to do. He also added a note on the box: “Find the hidden treasures in books!” The next morning, he waited quietly by the window. A boy riding a scooter slowed down, curious about the note. He stopped, opened a book and let out a happy shout when he found a star sticker.
With more kids drawn to the magic of stories, the community changed. The noisy shouts and scooter sounds faded, replaced by soft reading voices under the oak tree. Kids no longer ran wildly or destroyed gardens; instead, they sat together, sharing interesting plots from the books. Neighbours smiled when they saw the quiet reading corner, some even bringing their own old books to add to the box. Todd looked at the lively scene, holding Grandma’s book tightly. He knew Grandma would be proud — his small idea had turned the messy neighborhood into a warm, joyful place filled with the charm of stories.
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开,讲述了Todd看到社区里孩子们吵闹乱跑、破坏花园,联想到奶奶曾用藏“宝藏”的方式让他爱上阅读,于是动手制作了一个读书角。起初读书角无人问津,他借鉴奶奶的方法在书中藏了小惊喜,吸引了孩子们。最终,读书角改变了吵闹的社区,让这里充满书香,变得温暖而欢乐。
【详解】1.段落续写:
①由第一段首句内容“回想起奶奶的那些小把戏,Todd心里清楚自己能怎么做”可知,第一段可描写借鉴奶奶的方法在书中藏了小惊喜,吸引了孩子们。
②由第二段首句内容“随着越来越多的孩子被故事的魅力所吸引,这个社区也发生了变化”可知,第二段可描写读书角改变了吵闹的社区,让这里充满书香,变得温暖而欢乐。
2.续写线索:Todd在书里藏惊喜——孩子们被吸引——社区发生改变——社区变得温暖快乐——感悟
3.词汇激活
行为类
①打开:open/unfold
②取代:replace/take the place of
③破坏:destroy/damage
情绪类
①高兴的:happy/pleased
②魅力:charm/glamour
【点睛】[高分句型1] He stopped, opened a book and let out a happy shout when he found a star sticker.(运用了when引导时间状语从句)
[高分句型2] Todd looked at the lively scene, holding Grandma’s book tightly.(运用了现在分词作状语)
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第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段录音。每段录音后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段录音后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段录音播放两遍。
1.How does the software help Jason sleep?
A. By limiting screen time.
B. By playing relaxing music.
C. By blocking out screen light.
2.What does the man usually do on Sundays?
A. Clean up the beach. B. Go swimming. C. Play football.
3. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. A film. B. A book. C. A writer.
4. Where does the conversation probably take place?
A. Over the phone.
B. In a shopping mall.
C. At the woman’s house.
5. What does the man think of the book?
A. Interesting. B. Boring. C. Touching.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段录音。每段录音后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段录音前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,每小题都有5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音播放两遍。
听下面一段对话,完成下面小题。
6. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A. Neighbors. B. Repairman and customer.
C. Homeowner and renter.
7. When will the woman come to the man’s apartment?
A. This Sunday. B. This Saturday. C. This Friday.
听下面一段对话,完成下面小题。
8. What is the main purpose of the conversation?
A. To discuss a project. B. To make a survey. C. To arrange an interview.
9. What is the woman’s problem?
A. To finish the task on time. B. To make use of her talent.
C. To put the material in place.
10. What will the man do in an hour?
A. Find a big stone. B. Attend a meeting. C. Go to the town square.
听下面一段对话,完成下面小题。
11. For what does the woman prefer working in the office?
A. The free coffee. B. The helpful colleagues. C. The quiet environment.
12. What is the man’s attitude towards the “work from home” program?
A. Uncertain. B. Supportive. C. Doubtful.
13. What time does the man begin to work now?
A. At 8:00 a.m. B. At 8:30 a.m. C. At 9:00 a.m.
听下面一段对话,完成下面小题。
14. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. A traveling experience. B. A brand-new train line.
C. A country’s high-speed rail.
15. Where are the speakers living?
A. In China. B. In Japan. C. In the US.
16. What are the speakers going to do next?
A. Put away clothes. B. Go to sleep. C. Make a call.
听下面一段独白,完成下面小题。
17. When did the first game between Kasparov and Deep Blue take place?
A. In 1996. B. In 1997. C. In 1998.
18. What can Kasparov do in a second?
A. Think of three moves. B. Set up the chessboard.
C. Read the other player’s movs.
19. How long did Kasparov take to win the first game?
A. Less than 2 hours. B. Nearly 4 hours. C. About 5 hours.
20. What did the computer try to do in the second game?
A. Avoid being cheated. B. Spend less time thinking.
C. Get Kasparov to make a mistake.
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
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Do you have a research or conservation project you’d like to get started? Do you have a list of insects you want to experience in the wild? Contact us and we can make all the travel arrangements, permit applications, official inquiries, insurance, etc. — we take care of the boring stuff so you don’t have to! Just let us know your bug (虫子) dreams and we’ll make it happen within your budget!
1. Who is Expedition Entomology most suitable for?
A. A student majoring in history. B. A teenager crazy about team sports.
C. An entomologist seeking financial aid. D. A traveler interested in nature conservation.
2. What do the two expeditions have in common?
A. They last ten days. B. They are open to children.
C. They are free for singles. D. They offer platform campsites.
3. What service can Expedition Entomology offer?
A. Guidance on budget cuts. B. Help with official procedures.
C. Care for young participants. D. Training in academic research.
B
Beatrice De Lavalette developed a passion for horse-riding when she turned 3. However, in the spring of 2016, 17-year- old De Lavalette was waiting for a flight when she got hit by a bombing at Brussels airport. Along with serious burns, De Lavalette lost both legs below the knee. Yet she said if it weren’t for the event, she wouldn’t be the person to join in the Paralympic Games(残奥会) in Tokyo.
Getting back in the saddle(马鞍) was no easy work because of her injuries. However, five months after the bombing, thanks to her courage, determination-and further treatment and training---that’s exactly where she was. “I had no muscle, I was just skin and bones, so being back on the saddle with no sense of balance was really uncomfortable. But with time, I was able to build up the muscle and work on my balance,” she said.
Unsurprisingly, De Lavalette was depressed as she tried to come to make peace with her injuries. She got lots of help and encouragement from her family, friends and the doctors, but she still couldn’t pick herself up. She cried a lot in the hospital until an unexpected visitor, her beloved horse, DeeDee, turned things around for her. “DeeDee saved my life,” Beatrice said. Adjusting to her disabled body was, in many ways, like having to learn to ride all over again. And the Paralympics offered a perfect chance to show her hard-earned skills. “I can’t change what happened, but I can still achieve my dream. As I have said many times, I was in the wrong place at the wrong time. What else is there to say? There are no ‘What ifs’. I have a new life in front of me,” Beatrice said, “What’s important is that I’m alive and I feel that I will do something great with my life. ” We’d say that she already has.
4. What happened to Beatrice when she was 17?
A. She learned to ride.
B. She ran into an air crash.
C. She got injured in a bombing.
D. She participated in the Paralympics.
5. What played a key role in helping Beatrice back to riding?
A. Parents’ love. B. Doctors’ care. C. DeeDee’s company.
D. Friends’ encouragement.
6. What was Beatrice’s difficulty in training?
A. Lack of friendship. B. Loss of balance. C. Great physical pains. D. Continuous depression.
7. What can we learn from Beatrice’s words in the last paragraph?
A. Time is a good heal.
B. Hard work pays off.
C. Attitude makes a difference.
D. Failure is the mother of success.
C
Research from King’s College London has shown that visiting an art gallery and looking at artwork can lower stress and may even improve your body’s natural defences.
To explore the physical effects of viewing art, scientists invited 50 UK volunteers between 18 and 40 years old to take part. They were split into two groups. One group saw original masterpieces by artists such as Van Gogh and Gauguin in the Courtauld Gallery. The other group saw high-quality printed copies of the same paintings in a laboratory setting. Before and after looking at the art, each person gave a saliva (唾液) sample. During the 20-minute session, they also wore research watches that tracked their heart rate and skin temperature.
The findings were striking. For those viewing real art in the gallery, levels of the stress hormones (荷尔蒙) levels fell by 22%. In contrast, the lab group’s levels only dropped by 8%. Additionally, some chemicals in the body that rise with stress and can harm long-term health decreased significantly among gallery visitors — by about 30% and 28% for the two key types measured. There was almost no change in the lab group. This indicates that experiencing original art in person can calm the body’s stress systems more effectively.
“From a scientific perspective, the most exciting part is that art positively influenced three body systems at once: immunity (免疫力), hormones, and the nervous system,” said Dr. Tony Woods, the study’s lead author. “This is a unique result that truly surprised us.”
Although there is a long history that art has always been connected to feeling better emotionally, this study now offers solid evidence that it benefits physical health too. So if you’re looking for a healthy and relaxing activity this weekend, you might want to plan a trip to your local art museum.
8. Why did researchers set up two different viewing environments?
A. To attract more public attention.
B. To identify which art style is more relaxing.
C. To see if the setting changes art’s physical effect.
D. To compare the popularity of originals and copies.
9. What do the numbers 22% and 8% primarily indicate?
A. The stress reduction in different settings.
B. The improvement in art appreciation skills.
C. The time spent viewing different artworks.
D. The age difference between the two groups.
10. What surprised the researchers most according to Dr. Tony Woods?
A. The volunteers’ strong interest in classic art.
B. The immediate drop in the volunteers’ heart rates.
C. The big difference between gallery and lab results.
D. The impact of art on multiple body systems.
11. What does the last paragraph focus on?
A. The general history of art therapy. B. The potential limitations of the study.
C. A comparison of emotional problems. D. A practical application of the finding.
D
Imagine a world where photography is a slow process that is impossible to master without years of study. Such a world existed in 1973, when Steven Sasson, a young engineer, went to work for Eastman Kodak company.
Soon after arriving at Kodak, Mr. Sasson was given a task—to see whether there was any practical use for a charged coupled device (C.C.D.), which consisted of a sensor (传感器) that took an incoming light and transformed it into an electrical signal.
Mr. Sasson wanted to capture an image with it, but the C.C.D. couldn’t hold it because the electrical pulses (脉冲) quickly disappeared. To store the image, he decided to use digitalization, turning the electronic pulses into numbers, But that solution led to another challenge—storing it on RAM memory, then getting it onto digital tape. He also needed to invent a playback system that would take the digital information on the tape and turn it into “something that you could see” on a television set: a digital image. It was a photographic system of an all-electronic camera that didn’t use film and didn’t use paper, and no consumables (消耗品) at all in the capturing and display of still photographic images.
The camera and the playback system were the beginning of the digital photography age. But the digital revolution did not come easily at Kodak. The main objections came from the marketing and business sides. Kodak’s marketing department was not interested in it, Mr, Sasson was told they could sell the camera, but wouldn’t—because it would eat away at the company’s film sales. Though Kodak did eventually market both professional and consumer cameras, it was too late, Mr, Sasson said, “It was just a matter of time, and yet Kodak didn’t really embrace any of it.”
12. What can the C.C.D. be used for?
A. Collecting light.
B. Capturing pictures.
C. Changing light into electronic signals.
D. Storing images in the RAM.
13. Why does the author call the photographic system a revolution?
A. It creates an age of paperless office.
B. It develops a better way of using films.
C. It invents a new way to store digital information.
D. It changes the way humans process images greatly.
14. What is the third paragraph mainly about?
A. The working rules of full digital photographic system.
B. The ways of developing a traditional camera.
C. How to make full use of the C.C.D.
D. How to show pictures on a TV set.
15. What’s Kodak’s attitude towards Mr. Sasson’s invention?
A. Doubtful. B. Indifferent. C. Supportive. D. Respectful.
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。
The rapid progress of technology means that ideas that once appeared in films are gradually becoming realities. ____16____ Seeing them smoothly deliver food has been a reality in the service industry.
Robot waiters are automated (自动化的) machines that are designed to copy the role of waiters as much as possible. At present, the function of robot waiters is generally limited to delivering food and removing dirty dishes. ____17____ They hope one day robot waiters can effectively remove the need for human front-of-house staff members.
____18____ Robot waiters can work full days without the need to take a break. One popular machine, Bellabot, can be rented for as little as $1,215 a month, making it a much cheaper replacement for a human worker even at the lowest pay rate.
As to their basic functions, robot waiters are often capable of greeting customers, with some having a screen like a face. They use self-driving technology to find the way. Now most robot waiters operate on wheels. ____19____
Some producers of robot waiters argue that their products are not designed to replace human workers at all. Instead, they take care of less significant tasks, allowing workers to focus on human-to-human communication with customers. ____20____ One Florida restaurant chain even claimed that the staff received even bigger tips once they began using a robot waiter as they had more time to speak to and connect with customers.
A. One familiar example is the wide use of smart robots.
B. Steps have been taken to make some robot waiters less cold.
C. So stairs and outdoor areas can still represent major challenges.
D. However, companies are working to develop the abilities of robots.
E. They are able to work endlessly for as long as their battery life allows.
F. Naturally, robot waiters are an attractive option for some business owners.
G. This change can benefit human workers by improving their service quality.
第三节 完形填空(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Most kids would be at a loss what to do when fear sets in. In contrast, 14-year-old Holland kept ___21___ and saved his fellow passengers from a(an) ___22___.
Earlier this year, Acie Holland was going about his usual end-of-school-day routine when he realized the school bus driver was acting ___23___. She turned the corner, but there was another street they usually turned on. She pressed the gas and went past the corner. Holland noticed she looked sick or ___24___, her head hanging down.
Knowing he had to act, Holland ran to the front to check on the driver, who didn’t ___25___. She passed out and the bus was changing ___26___. Holland took the driver’s ___27___ off the gas, straightened the bus, eased it to the roadside, and put on the brakes (刹车). Although he had never driven a car, his father was a certified auto technician and he grew up around ___28___.
After the bus was safely parked, Holland asked all the kids to ___29___ it and had one ring 911. He ran home to get his grandmother, a nurse, to give the driver first ______30______. Much to their relief, the driver ______31______.
“The sympathy and leadership we see him ______32______ daily was taken to the next level on his bus ride home yesterday. We are grateful that all our students are ______33______. We couldn’t be ______34______ of Holland,” wrote the school principal in an email to Holland’s parents Holland’s inspiring story spread and his bravery and ______35______ made him a role model to everyone.
21. A. busy B. still C. awake D. cool
22. A. emergency B. departure C. argument D. operation
23. A. gently B. oddly C. silently D. bravely
24. A. concerned B. interested C. tired D. annoyed
25. A. complain B. hesitate C. respond D. continue
26. A. distance B. frequency C. position D. direction
27. A. foot B. knee C. engine D. handle
28. A. customers B. checks C. vehicles D. faults
29. A. exit B. board C. locate D. monitor
30. A. notice B. aid C. comfort D. attention
31. A. caught up B. came to C. fitted in D. turned away
32. A. recall B. emphasize C. exhibit D. recognize
33. A. safe B. active C. content D. patient
34. A. more tolerant B. more convinced C. sicker D. prouder
35. A. honesty B. decisiveness C. curiosity D. willpower
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。
The name “Bai Peilan” stands out on the list of winners of the Orchid Awards, its classical Chinese quality ____36____ (show) a sharp contrast with the names of other foreigners praised for promoting cultural exchanges between China and the rest of the world.
Bai Peilan is the Chinese name of Mexican professor Flora Beja. In her 90s, she ____37____ (honor) with the outstanding achievement award at the Orchid Awards last year, in ____38____ (recognize) of decades of devotion to studying and introducing China not only to Mexico, but also to all Spanish-speaking ____39____ (country).
Born in Greece, Bai Peilan moved to Mexico at the age of 15, where she began her ____40____ (remark) journey that ultimately tied her life to that of the Chinese. She is now ____41____ founding figure in the field of Sinology (汉学) in Mexico. For her, ____42____ started out as a suitable academic arrangement eventually developed into a profound love affair with China.
As one of the first academics in Mexico to focus on China, Bai chose to explore the rich aspects of traditional Chinese culture, reflecting her belief that “we must know about the past ____43____ (understand) the present”. Going into two distinct cultures, Bai concludes that respect ____44____ the elderly, as well as traditional values of family ties, ____45____ (be) of great importance in both Mexico and China.
第四部分 写作 (共两节,满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 假设你是李华,贵校寒假将接待一个英国学生代表团。在欢迎会上,你将作为学生负责人发言,推介一项最能体现中华文化精神内核的传统形式:国画或唐诗。请你写一篇发言稿,内容需包括:
1. 推介形式; 2. 推介理由。
注意:
1. 词数100左右;
2. 发言稿开头已给出,不计入总词数;
3. 请确保内容连贯,并体现文化自信与跨文化沟通意识。
Dear friends,
On behalf of our school, I extend a warm welcome to you all.
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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。
Todd leaned against the window looking out at the noisy street in the afternoon sun. Some kids ran back and forth shouting loudly, while others rode scooters (滑板车) fast down the sidewalk, nearly bumping into passersby — several even cut through neighbours’ front yards, destroying flowers in the neat gardens.
He signed softly and turned back inside, his eyes falling on the cover of a dog-eared book — a gift from Grandma. A wave of warmth swept over him. He’d once been too restless to sit down. It was Grandma that had turned his dislike of reading into passion. Those boring afternoons were turned into adventures because Grandma always had a way to make reading feel like treasure hunts. With newfound passion, he stepped into a wonderland through those pages. Suddenly, he was drugged back to reality from his sweet memories by the yelling from a neighbour, “Ruined my garden again? Can’t you kids read some books?”
An idea popped into Todd’s mind. Why not build a small book box right in his front yard? Wasn’t this a perfect way to change the messy community around him? Without hesitation, he crafted the box from old wooden pieces, carved a tiny shelf inside and put in his favourite children’s books, including the gift from Grandma. For the sign on the box, he painted “Reading Comer for Kids”. He placed the box right under the big oak tree where the kids dashed past every single day.
Yet the box sat lonely for days. Kids still rushed past, never sparing a glance. The neighborhood didn’t shift one bit. Feeling defeated, Todd walked out to the box and picked up a book. As he opened it, a small, faded sticker slipped out from the pages, landing on the grass. It was the shiny star he had been hunting for — one of the “secret treasures” Grandma used to hide for him to find.
注意:
1. 续写词数应为150左右:
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Recalling Grandma’s tricks, Todd knew what he could do.
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With more kids drawn to the magic of stories, the community changed.
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