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郑州市第101中学高三英语9月份定时训练 一、阅读理解（50分） Beyond the Book is a program designed to support children who are developing their reading skills, and those who are below the “decoding threshold” — the point at which students can read text accurately and efficiently. We are uniquely positioned to stimulate curiosity in young readers and empower families with the tools they need to support their child’s growth as a confident reader. We encourage both children and caregivers to explore the vast resources our library offers, creating a community where children can thrive as readers and lifelong learners. Your Beyond the Book membership includes: *A monthly newsletter with expert tips and tricks for developing readers. *A free copy of the seasonal Featured Book and fun, educational activities. * Exclusive invites to author talks, book launch parties and book signings. *BONUS: Does your family have a library card? If not, caregivers can get a DC Public Library card when their child signs up for Beyond the Book! To register, visit your neighborhood library, or use the online registration form then stop by your neighborhood library to pick up your membership card. Weekly Pricing Preschool Kindergarten Half Day Program 8:00 AM — 12:00 PM (Monday — Friday) $600 Half Day Program 8:00 AM — 12:00 PM (Monday — Friday) $700 Full Day Program 8:00 AM — 2:00 PM (Monday — Friday) $700 Full Day Program 8:00 AM — 2:00 PM (Monday — Friday) $800 For parents needing to drop their child off earlier or pick up later, we will provide a morning and afternoon playgroup. Prices are as follows: Morning Afternoon 1 day—$70 1 day—$90 2 days—$100 2 days—$120 3 days—$125 3 days—$145 4 days—$150 4 days—$170 5 days—$170 5 days—$190 1. What is Beyond the Book aimed at? A. Inspiring young readers. B. Creating a reading culture. C. Encouraging family bonding. D. Boosting confidence in caregivers. 2. What is a Beyond the Book member entitled to? A. A good education. B. Invitations to sign books. C. Quality reading guidance. D. Weekly free book delivery. 3. What’s the weekly charge for a kindergarten full day program with 3 late pick-ups? A. $925. B. $945. C. $1175. D. $1235. 【答案】1. A 2. C 3. B 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇应用文。本文介绍阅读项目Beyond the Book，服务阅读进阶及薄弱儿童，提供会员权益、报名方式，还列明学前及幼儿园不同时段、托管的每周收费标准。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段“We are uniquely positioned to stimulate curiosity in young readers and empower families with the tools they need to support their child’s growth as a confident reader.(我们拥有独特的优势，能够激发小读者的求知欲，并为家庭提供所需的支持工具，帮助他们助力孩子成长为自信的读者)”可知，Beyond the Book旨在激发小读者的兴趣。故选A。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。根据 Your Beyond the Book membership includes:部分“*A monthly newsletter with expert tips and tricks for developing readers.(一份每月发行的电子简报，其中包含面向阅读能力正在发展的儿童的专家建议和技巧)”可知，Beyond the Book会员享有优质的阅读指导。故选C。 【3题详解】 细节理解题。根据Kindergarten部分“Full Day Program $800 (全天课程费用：800美元)”以及最后一部分“3 days—$145(3天145美元)”可知，如果孩子上的是幼儿园全日制课程，且每天有三次延迟接送服务，那么每周的费用是800+145=945美元。故选B。 Picture this: Becky entered a restaurant, waving at the friends already seated. She tripped over a chair on her way to join them, only just catching herself before hitting the floor. What would you do if you were Becky? Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam’s Goksel and his colleagues note that rather than just express your embarrassment or ignore the obvious, being able to laugh at yourself after committing a faux pas (失礼之举) should be your choice. All of this is fine if no one actually does get hurt (other than yourself). If Becky tipped over a wine glass on the table top, ruining the white dress of the woman seated at the table, it would be not so funny anymore. This problem can be translated into more academic terms: theories of affective deviance (情感偏差), which argue that reputation is negatively affected when one’s emotional expression mismatches their actions. To test out the factors that influence the best response to a bad situation, researchers conducted a series of six experiments involving just over 3200 people. They asked participants to imagine attending a dinner party at a friend’s house and chatting with the friend’s cousin. Each participant imagined scenarios (场景) in which they would admit a mistake to this stranger, including falling on a public street, missing one’s mother’s birthday, asking a woman who was not pregnant when her due date was and so on. Taking all the findings together, the authors constructed a model with character judgments of the offender as the final outcome. In this model, the display of amusement or embarrassment plus amount of harm predicted perceived emotional miscalibration (情绪失衡) and perceived embarrassment which, in turn, predicted how the actor was regarded by observers. The findings of this study showed that amusement won out over embarrassment as long as the outcome caused little harm. Laughter works because you also project a more authentic version of yourself to others than if you show embarrassment. Becky’s ability to laugh at the restaurant incident would not only ease the tension, but also show that she doesn’t fear looking awkward. 4. Why is Becky’s experience mentioned? A. To describe a common occurrence. B. To joke about her clumsy behavior. C. To introduce the topic naturally. D. To lead to a popular wisdom. 5. What is the function of paragraph 2? A. Challenging a view. B. Illustrating a theory. C. Sharing an experience. D. Raising an alert. 6. Which is a suitable case to joke about awkward behavior? A. Being late for a job interview. B. Mistaking a lady for being pregnant. C. Dirtying others’ clothes unintentionally. D. Slipping accidentally in an empty street. 7. What do the findings of the study imply? A. Self-teasing softens harmless awkwardness. B. Laughter is the best pass to amusement. C. Minor errors might cause great harm. D. Embarrassment displays sincerity. 【答案】4. C 5. B 6. D 7. A 【解析】 【导语】文章主要探讨在社交失礼场合以幽默自嘲化解尴尬的心理学依据及适用边界。 【4题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段中“Picture this: Becky entered a restaurant, waving at the friends already seated. She tripped over a chair on her way to join them, only just catching herself before hitting the floor. What would you do if you were Becky? Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam’s Goksel and his colleagues note that rather than just express your embarrassment or ignore the obvious, being able to laugh at yourself after committing a faux pas (失礼之举) should be your choice.(试想一下：贝基走进餐厅，向已经入座的朋友挥手。她在去汇合的路上被椅子绊倒，差点摔倒在地。如果你是贝基会怎么做？阿姆斯特丹自由大学的Goksel及其同事指出，与其仅仅表达尴尬或忽视明显的事实，在失礼之后能够自嘲才是你应该做的选择)”可知，提及贝基的经历是为了自然引入文章讨论的主题。 【5题详解】 推理判断题。根据第二段中“This problem can be translated into more academic terms: theories of affective deviance (情感偏差), which argue that reputation is negatively affected when one’s emotional expression mismatches their actions.(这个问题可以转化为更学术的术语：情感偏差理论，该理论认为当一个人的情感表达与其行为不匹配时，其声誉会受到负面影响)”可知，本段通过引入学术理论来解释前文情境，旨在阐释理论。 【6题详解】 推理判断题。根据第四段中“The findings of this study showed that amusement won out over embarrassment as long as the outcome caused little harm.(研究结果表明，只要造成的后果危害很小，娱乐性就会胜过尴尬)”可知，只有在无害的情况下才适合开玩笑。D选项“Slipping accidentally in an empty street.(在空荡荡的街上意外滑倒)”对他人无伤害，最适合自嘲。 【7题详解】 推理判断题。根据第四段中“The findings of this study showed that amusement won out over embarrassment as long as the outcome caused little harm.(研究结果表明，只要造成的后果危害很小，娱乐性就会胜过尴尬)”及第五段“Laughter works because you also project a more authentic version of yourself to others than if you show embarrassment. Becky’s ability to laugh at the restaurant incident would not only ease the tension, but also show that she doesn’t fear looking awkward.(笑之所以管用，是因为相较于显露窘迫，它能让你向他人展现出更为真实的自我。贝基若在餐厅事件中放声一笑，不仅能缓和紧张气氛，更能表明她并不惧怕出糗)”可知，研究发现自嘲可以缓解无害的尴尬。 Can music help you concentrate at work? Researchers from the University of Wales Institute in Cardiff conducted a new study, and it has some interesting results. The research examined the ability of 25 people, aged 18 to 30, to remember information while listening to various sounds. In one task they had to remember a list of eight consonant (辅音) letters, which were dictated to them. Participants in the study were tested under three different conditions: in a quiet environment, while listening to music they liked, and while listening to music they didn’t like. The participants generally did better when they were working in silence. The background music seemed to make memorization and recall more difficult. However, scientists also found that listening to music before doing the tests seemed to help concentration. “Despite describing their self-selected music as more pleasant, their performance was poor, just as it was when they listened to music they disliked,” explained one of the researchers. So, even if you’re listening to music you like, it’ll still interfere with your work. This would appear to contradict the findings of scientists who have researched what is popularly known as the “Mozart Effect”. This concept was invented by French scientist Dr. Alfred A. Tomatis in 1991. Tomatis published a book, Why Mozart?, which described what he believed were the healing powers of listening to Mozart’s music. He also suggested that Mozart’s music could aid brain development. Later studies indicated it might enhance children’s spatial intelligence, leading to a widespread belief that classical music could boost a child’s IQ. The governor of the state of Georgia even once advocated allocating over $ 100,000 annually to supply classical CDs to every newborn in the state. Another study seemed to further contradict the idea that music could help with concentration. The researchers found that surveyed university students mostly preferred studying in silence. Those listening to music preferred instrumental songs, saying that lyrics are distracting. So, if you’re studying for an exam, turn off your music! 8. What is the main purpose of the passage? A. To prove that Mozart’s music boosts IQ. B. To recommend the best music for studying. C. To compare different types of background sounds. D. To indicate that silence is better for concentration than music. 9. What can be inferred about the “Mozart Effect”? A. It only works for children under 18. B. It was first discovered by a governor. C. It may have been overestimated by the public. D. It has been proven to enhance adult intelligence. 10. The underlined word “distracting” in paragraph 7 is closest in meaning to ________. A. disturbing B. favorable C. remarkable D. discouraging 11. What does the author imply about background music? A. It best aids creative work. B. Its effects are inconsistent across studies. C. It enhances performance in concentration tasks. D. It affects people differently based on preference. 【答案】8. D 9. C 10. A 11. B 【解析】 【导语】文章主要探讨了工作或学习时听音乐对集中注意力的影响，指出安静环境比音乐更有利于集中注意力。 【8题详解】 推理判断题。通读全文，结合第一段中“Can music help you concentrate at work? Researchers from the University of Wales Institute in Cardiff conducted a new study, and it has some interesting results.(音乐能帮助你集中精力工作吗？卡迪夫威尔士大学研究所的研究人员进行了一项新研究，得出了一些有趣的结果)”和第三段中“The participants generally did better when they were working in silence. (参与者在安静环境下工作时通常表现得更好)”和最后一段“So, if you’re studying for an exam, turn off your music! (所以，如果你正在备考，关掉音乐吧！)”可知，文章通过介绍一项研究表明安静环境比音乐更有利于集中注意力。 【9题详解】 推理判断题。根据第六段中“He also suggested that Mozart’s music could aid brain development. Later studies indicated it might enhance children’s spatial intelligence, leading to a widespread belief that classical music could boost a child’s IQ.(他还认为莫扎特的音乐有助于大脑发育。后来的研究表明，古典音乐可能会提高儿童的空间智力，这导致人们普遍认为古典音乐可以提高儿童的智商)”可知，公众普遍认为“莫扎特效应”能提升智商。但根据第五段中“This would appear to contradict the findings of scientists who have researched what is popularly known as the “Mozart Effect”. (这似乎与研究所谓“莫扎特效应”的科学家的发现相矛盾)”和第七段中“Another study seemed to further contradict the idea that music could help with concentration. The researchers found that surveyed university students mostly preferred studying in silence.(另一项研究似乎进一步反驳了音乐有助于集中注意力的观点。研究人员发现，接受调查的大学生大多更喜欢安静地学习)”可知，新的研究结果与“莫扎特效应”相矛盾，发现安静环境更有利于集中注意力。由此可推知，“莫扎特效应”可能被公众高估了。 【10题详解】 词句猜测题。根据第七段“Another study seemed to further contradict the idea that music could help with concentration. The researchers found that surveyed university students mostly preferred studying in silence. Those listening to music preferred instrumental songs, saying that lyrics are distracting.(另一项研究似乎进一步反驳了音乐有助于集中注意力的观点。研究人员发现，接受调查的大学生大多喜欢在安静的环境中学习。那些听音乐的人更喜欢器乐，他们说有歌词会让人distracting)”可知，有歌词的音乐不利于集中注意力，会让人分心。故划线词distracting与A项“disturbing(打扰；干扰)”意思相近。 【11题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段中“The participants generally did better when they were working in silence. (参与者在安静环境下工作时通常表现得更好)”和第四段中“So, even if you’re listening to music you like, it’ll still interfere with your work. (因此，即使你在听自己喜欢的音乐，它仍然会干扰你的工作)”表明威尔士大学的研究发现背景音乐(无论喜欢与否)会干扰记忆表现；第五段中“This concept was invented by French scientist Dr. Alfred A. Tomatis in 1991. Tomatis published a book, Why Mozart?, which described what he believed were the healing powers of listening to Mozart’s music. (这个概念是由法国科学家阿尔弗雷德·A·托马提斯博士于1991年发明的。Tomatis出版了一本书《为什么是莫扎特？》，书中描述了他相信听莫扎特的音乐有治愈的力量)”和第六段中“Later studies indicated it might enhance children’s spatial intelligence, leading to a widespread belief that classical music could boost a child’s IQ. (后来的研究表明它可能提高儿童的空间智力，导致人们普遍认为古典音乐能提升孩子的智商)”表明“莫扎特效应”则认为特定的古典音乐可能有益于儿童大脑发育；第七段中“Those listening to music preferred instrumental songs, saying that lyrics are distracting. (那些听音乐的学生更喜欢器乐，他们说歌词会分散注意力)”表明另一项研究则显示多数学生实际上偏好安静的学习环境。这些关于背景音乐的发现彼此之间并不一致，甚至存在矛盾，因此，作者暗示了背景音乐的影响在不同的研究中是不一致的。 In the Alps and Apennines of southern Europe, longhorn beetles are moving uphill, and a rare brown butterfly with orange-tipped wings is facing extinction due to isolation (隔离) at high peaks. This is a picture of a global trend. With temperatures rising and pressure on biodiversity growing, insects vital to our ecosystems are not only moving north and south, but up. Research shows many animals are making similar moves, but insects’ high levels of mobility and short generation times allow them to respond quickly to change. Bumblebees in the Pyrenees have moved upwards on average by more than a metre a year, with some species making significantly greater journeys. All of this shows the speed of climate change and its ecological impacts at higher altitudes (海拔). In ecology, finding the “smoking gun” to neatly explain any phenomenon is generally difficult. Prof. Christy McCain, who runs Colorado University’s Mountain Lab, said: “One thing that people don’t think about as much is context: how climate affects insects at different life stages, such as eggs and larvae (幼虫). Measuring adults in summer might not reveal the most critical impacts of climate change, especially in cold and dry mountain environments.” McCain believes the way data has been collected historically is preventing their understanding, with too many museum specimens (标本) from low altitudes, and far fewer from higher up. And many groups other than butterflies and moths (蛾) have been neglected. To support her view, she cites research on carrion beetles by a student in her lab. The study shows that climate tolerance might be passed down in these impacts, which play a key role in decomposition and protect them from extreme conditions. Their long history since the Cretaceous (白垩纪) also aids their adaptation today. There is no such thing as a standard insect or response to environmental change. For some groups, it might be a case of the bigger and more mobile they are, the better their chances. There is also no universal upland habitat and this too could prove a saving grace. 12. Bumblebees in the Pyrenees are mentioned because ______. A. they are more mobile than other insects B. they have adapted well to higher altitudes C. they are a useful indicator of climate change D. they face extinction due to upward movement 13. Which statement may McCain agree with according to paragraphs 3 and 4? A. Study context is beyond grasp. B. Research data are hard to obtain. C. Insect samples are unrepresentative. D. Collection method is unconventional. 14. Why does McCain cite research on carrion beetles? A. To argue for their sensitivity to environmental changes. B. To call for the protection of insects from higher altitudes. C. To redirect focus from insects moving uphill to those downhill. D. To offer new insights into insects’ adaptation to climate change. 15. What does “a saving grace” in the last paragraph mean? A. A method used to collect data. B. A problem that needs to be solved. C. A feature that helps improve a situation. D. A type of insect that adapts well to change. 【答案】12. C 13. C 14. D 15. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了随着气温上升和生物多样性压力增大，昆虫向高海拔迁移这一全球趋势，分析了研究中存在的问题，并提及不同昆虫对气候变化的适应情况。 【12题详解】 推理判断题。根据第二段中“Research shows many animals are making similar moves, but insects’ high levels of mobility and short generation times allow them to respond quickly to change. Bumblebees in the Pyrenees have moved upwards on average by more than a metre a year, with some species making significantly greater journeys. All of this shows the speed of climate change and its ecological impacts at higher altitudes. (研究表明，许多动物都在做出类似的迁移，但昆虫的高机动性和短代际时间使它们能够迅速对变化做出反应。比利牛斯山脉的大黄蜂平均每年向上迁移超过一米，一些物种的迁移距离明显更远。所有这些都显示了气候变化的速度及其在高海拔地区的生态影响。)”可知，提到比利牛斯山脉的大黄蜂的向上迁移是因为它们能反映气候变化的情况，是气候变化的一个有用指标。故选C项。 【13题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段中“One thing that people don’t think about as much is context: how climate affects insects at different life stages, such as eggs and larvae. Measuring adults in summer might not reveal the most critical impacts of climate change, especially in cold and dry mountain environments. (人们不太考虑的一件事是背景：气候如何影响昆虫在不同生命阶段，如卵和幼虫。在夏天测量成虫可能无法揭示气候变化最关键的影响，尤其是在寒冷干燥的山区环境中。)”和第四段中“McCain believes the way data has been collected historically is preventing their understanding, with too many museum specimens from low altitudes, and far fewer from higher up. And many groups other than butterflies and moths have been neglected. (麦凯恩认为，历史上的数据收集方式阻碍了他们的理解，博物馆里来自低海拔地区的标本太多，而来自高海拔地区的标本太少。除了蝴蝶和飞蛾之外的许多类群都被忽视了。)”可知，麦凯恩认为在夏天测量成虫可能无法揭示气候变化最关键的影响，且来自低海拔地区的标本太多，所以昆虫样本不能很好地代表整体情况，缺乏全面性和代表性。故选C项。 【14题详解】 推理判断题。第四段中“McCain believes the way data has been collected historically is preventing their understanding, with too many museum specimens (标本) from low altitudes, and far fewer from higher up. And many groups other than butterflies and moths (蛾) have been neglected. (麦凯恩认为，历史上收集数据的方式防碍了他们的理解，因为博物馆里有太多来自低海拔地区的标本，而来自高海拔地区的标本则少得多。而除了蝴蝶和飞蛾之外的许多类群都被忽视了。)”麦凯恩提出“在昆虫适应气候变化的相关研究中，除了蝴蝶和飞蛾之外的许多类群都被忽视了”这一观点，而第五段中“To support her view, she cites research on carrion beetles by a student in her lab. The study shows that climate tolerance might be passed down in these impacts, which play a key role in decomposition and protect them from extreme conditions. Their long history since the Cretaceous also aids their adaptation today. (为了支持她的观点，她引用了她实验室里一名学生对埋葬虫的研究。研究表明，在这些影响中，气候耐受性可能会遗传下来，这在分解过程中起着关键作用，并保护它们免受极端条件的影响。它们自白垩纪以来的悠久历史也有助于它们如今的适应。)”麦凯恩引用了对埋葬虫的研究来证明自己的观点，即提供关于昆虫适应气候变化的新领悟。故选D项。 【15题详解】 词句猜测题。上文“There is no such thing as a standard insect or response to environmental change. For some groups, it might be a case of the bigger and more mobile they are, the better their chances. (没有一种标准的昆虫或对环境变化的标准反应。对于一些群体来说，可能是它们越大、越具移动性，生存机会就越好。)”说明昆虫适应环境变化的情况各不相同，接着“There is also no universal upland habitat and this too could prove a saving grace. (也没有通用的高地栖息地，这也可能被证明是一种……)”提到也没有通用的高地栖息地。鉴于昆虫适应环境存在困难的情况下，“this too could prove a saving grace”说明这种没有通用高地栖息地的情况反而可能成为帮助改善昆虫适应环境现状的一个因素。所以“a saving grace”指的是有助于改善现状的一个特征，与C项“A feature that helps improve a situation.”意思相近。故选C项。 Why do some people seem able to build strong connections with others, while others find their conversations quickly fall into silence or misunderstanding? ____16____ However, true communication is not simply the exchange of words. A conversation often fails not because people cannot talk, but because they are not truly listening. Although two people may appear to discuss the same subject, they may actually have different purposes. One may hope to find a solution, while the other may simply need emotional support. ____17____ So what makes communication successful? ____18____ Effective communicators do not just hear words; instead, they pay attention to the emotions and ideas behind them. By asking meaningful questions and showing genuine interest, they encourage others to share more openly. In addition, small signals, including changes in voice, facial expressions, or pauses, can provide valuable information about what people truly feel. These clues deserve close observation, yet they frequently slip by unnoticed in casual chats. ____19____ Sharing personal thoughts and feelings in an appropriate way can help build trust, because people are more likely to open up when they feel respected and understood. However, effective communication does not mean saying everything but means finding a balance between honesty and consideration. Ultimately, becoming a good communicator is not about winning debates or finding perfect words. ____20____ With patience and sincere attention, communication can become a bridge that connects hearts, strengthens relationships, and helps us build a more connected world. A. One essential skill is learning to listen actively. B. Such details should be ignored during ordinary conversations. C. It depends mainly on having enough knowledge and experience. D. It is about making people feel heard, respected, and understood. E. Another important part of communication is the ability to express oneself honestly. F. Many believe good communication consists of clear delivery and powerful idea expression. G. When the difference is ignored, even well-intended words create distance instead of connection. 【答案】16. F 17. G 18. A 19. E 20. D 【解析】 【导语】文章探讨人际沟通失败的原因，反驳“良好沟通重在语言表达”的普遍看法，介绍如何成为优秀的沟通者。 【16题详解】 根据上文“Why do some people seem able to build strong connections with others, while others find their conversations quickly fall into silence or misunderstanding?(为什么有些人似乎能够与他人建立深厚的关系，而另一些人却很快陷入沉默或误解？)”以及后文“However, true communication is not simply the exchange of words.(然而，真正的沟通不仅仅是言语的交流)”可知，上文抛出沟通效果差异的问题，下文以“However”进行转折，指出真正的沟通不只是语言的交换。F项“许多人认为，良好的沟通包括清晰的表达和有力的思想传达”提出大众对良好沟通的普遍认知，与下文构成转折关系，起到引出话题的作用。 【17题详解】 根据上文“A conversation often fails not because people cannot talk, but because they are not truly listening. Although two people may appear to discuss the same subject, they may actually have different purposes. One may hope to find a solution, while the other may simply need emotional support.(一场对话之所以失败，往往并非因为人们无法交谈，而是因为他们没有真正倾听。尽管两个人看似在讨论同一个话题，但实际上目的可能截然不同：一个人或许希望找到解决方案，而另一个人可能只是需要情感上的支持)”可知，上文提到交谈双方看似讨论同一话题，实际沟通目的并不相同，一方寻求解决方案，另一方只需要情感慰藉。G项“当差异被忽视时，即使是一些善意的话语也会制造距离，而非建立联系”点明忽视这种差异会带来的负面沟通后果，承接上文现象。 【18题详解】 根据上文“So what makes communication successful?(那么，什么能让沟通成功呢？)”以及后文“Effective communicators do not just hear words; instead, they pay attention to the emotions and ideas behind them. By asking meaningful questions and showing genuine interest, they encourage others to share more openly. In addition, small signals, including changes in voice, facial expressions, or pauses, can provide valuable information about what people truly feel. These clues deserve close observation, yet they frequently slip by unnoticed in casual chats.(有效的沟通者不仅听懂言辞，更关注其背后的情绪和想法。通过提出有意义的问题并表现出真诚的兴趣，他们鼓励他人更加坦诚地表达。此外，细微的信号，如声音的变化、面部表情或停顿，也能提供关于人们真实感受的重要线索。这些线索值得仔细观察，却常常在随意交谈中被忽视)”可知，空前设问引出何为成功的沟通，下文着重阐述沟通中要聆听话语背后的情绪与想法。A项“一项基本技能是学会积极倾听”提出积极倾听这一核心技能，总领本段，开启对倾听的具体论述。 【19题详解】 根据后文“Sharing personal thoughts and feelings in an appropriate way can help build trust, because people are more likely to open up when they feel respected and understood. However, effective communication does not mean saying everything but means finding a balance between honesty and consideration.(以适当的方式分享个人的想法和感受有助于建立信任，因为当人们感到被尊重和理解时，更愿意敞开心扉。然而，有效的沟通并不意味着说尽所有话，而是要在诚实与体贴之间找到平衡)”可知，本段讲述恰当分享个人想法、在坦诚与体谅之间寻求平衡。E项“沟通的另一个重要方面是能够真诚地表达自己”引出真诚表达自我这一沟通要素，开启本段话题，与上文倾听形成并列逻辑。 【20题详解】 根据上文“Ultimately, becoming a good communicator is not about winning debates or finding perfect words.(最终，成为一名优秀的沟通者，并不在于赢得争论或找到完美的措辞)”以及后文“With patience and sincere attention, communication can become a bridge that connects hearts, strengthens relationships, and helps us build a more connected world.(以耐心和真诚的倾听，沟通可以成为连接心灵的桥梁，增进关系，并帮助我们构建一个更加紧密相连的世界)”可知，上文使用“not about……”进行否定表述，D项“关键在于让人感到被倾听、被尊重和被理解”与之构成对照结构，指出成为善于沟通的人不在于赢得争论，而在于让他人感受到被倾听、被尊重和被理解，呼应全文主旨。 二、完形填空（共15分） Pa Jit, a restaurant in Thailand, was crowded with customers coming for a unique experience: enjoying a meal in flood waters while ____21____ fish brought in by a recent flood. “When a nearby river broke its banks 11 days ago, my heart ____22____,” said owner Pornkamol Prangprempree. “Then a(n) ____23____ idea occurred to me.” At first, Pornkamol was ____24____ that there would be no customer. But then a customer posted online a picture showing that there were a lot of ____25____ swimming in the water in the flooded restaurant. Since then, many people have come here to ____26____. Bella Windy, a 29-year-old who lives in the same area, was there with her husband and ____27____. She said when she saw the post, she couldn’t ____28____. “I think in Thailand, there’s only this place where you can feed fish like this. It is the nature experience here that ____29____ me. Best of all, when my boy sees the fish, he is ____30____ and becomes less picky!” Bella laughed. Pornkamol said floods have ____31____ her business, with her profits ____32____ from around $309 to around $618 per day. “Though the ____33____ has brought an unexpected profit to Pa Jit, it has ____34____ many other areas of Thailand,” Prangprempree said ____35____. “And many people died.” 21. A. purchasing B. feeding C. painting D. cooking 22. A. attacked B. warmed C. sank D. flew 23. A. unusual B. stupid C. old D. confusing 24. A. shocked B. assured C. warned D. worried 25. A. kids B. sheep C. fish D. customers 26. A. perform B. eat C. donate D. work 27. A. son B. mother C. coach D. friend 28. A. accept B. resist C. control D. protest 29. A. appeals to B. focuses on C. responds to D. relies on 30. A. threatened B. relieved C. overjoyed D. cured 31. A. hurt B. delayed C. missed D. boosted 32. A. doubling B. declining C. ranging D. referring 33. A. celebration B. flood C. game D. family 34. A. helped B. included C. affected D. explored 35. A. politely B. carefully C. gratefully D. sadly 【答案】21. B 22. C 23. A 24. D 25. C 26. B 27. A 28. B 29. A 30. C 31. D 32. A 33. B 34. C 35. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。讲述了泰国一家餐厅在被洪水淹没后，老板灵机一动，把“在水里喂鱼吃饭”变成特色体验，意外带火生意，但她也为洪水给其他地区带来的灾难感到难过。 【21题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：Pa Jit是泰国的一家餐厅，最近挤满了来这里寻求独特体验的顾客：在洪水中用餐，同时喂着最近一场洪水带来的鱼。 A. purchasing购买；B. feeding喂食；C. painting绘画；D. cooking烹饪。根据下文“I think in Thailand, there’s only this place where you can feed fish like this”可知，应是指喂食洪水带来的鱼。故选B。 【22题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：“11天前，附近的一条河决堤时，我的心一下子沉了下去，”老板Pornkamol Prangprempree说，“然后我想到了一个不寻常的主意。” A. attacked攻击；B. warmed变暖；C. sank下沉；D. flew飞。根据上文“When a nearby river broke its banks 11 days ago”可知，附近的一条河决堤了，所以店主的心沉了下来。故选C。 【23题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：“11天前，附近的一条河决堤时，我的心一下子沉了下去，”老板Pornkamol Prangprempree说，“然后我想到了一个不寻常的主意。”A. unusual不寻常的；B. stupid愚蠢的；C. old老的；D. confusing令人困惑的。根据上文“for a unique experience”可知，Pornkamol想到了一个不寻常的主意。故选A。 【24题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：起初，Pornkamol担心不会有顾客来。A. shocked震惊；B. assured使确信；C. warned警告；D. worried担心。根据下文“that there would be no customer”可知，Pornkamol担心不会有顾客。故选D。 【25题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：但后来有一位顾客在网上发了一张照片，照片显示，被洪水淹没的餐厅里，水里有很多鱼在游。A. kids孩子；B. sheep绵羊；C. fish鱼；D. customers顾客。根据上文“fish brought in by a recent flood”可知，此处是信息词fish的词汇复现。故选C。 【26题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：从那以后，许多人来到这里吃饭。A. perform表演；B. eat吃饭；C. donate捐赠；D. work工作。根据上文“Pa Jit, a restaurant in Thailand, was crowded with customers coming for a unique experience: enjoying a meal in flood waters”可知，许多人来到这个餐厅吃饭。故选B。 【27题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：Bella Windy是一名29岁的当地居民，她和丈夫以及儿子一起来到这里。A. son儿子；B. mother母亲；C. coach教练；D. friend朋友。根据下文“when my boy see the fish”可知，Bella Windy和丈夫以及儿子一起去了那里。故选A。 【28题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：她说，当她看到这个帖子时，她无法抗拒。A. accept接受；B. resist抵抗；C. control控制；D. protest抗议。根据上文“many people came here”可知，许多人来到这里吃饭，所以当Bella看到这个帖子时，她无法抗拒。故选B。 【29题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：正是这里的自然体验吸引了我。A. appeals to吸引；B. focuses on集中于；C. responds to回应；D. relies on依靠。根据上文“many people came here”可知，许多人来到这里吃饭，所以是这里的自然体验吸引了Bella。故选A。 【30题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：最重要的是，当我的儿子看到鱼时，他非常高兴，也变得不那么挑食了！A. threatened受到威胁的；B. relieved宽慰的；C. overjoyed非常高兴的；D. cured治愈的。根据下文“becomes less picky”可知，孩子变得不那么挑食了，所以看到鱼时非常高兴。故选C。 【31题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：Pornkamol说，洪水反而推动了她的生意，她的日利润从大约309美元增加到大约618美元。 A. hurt伤害；B. delayed延迟；C. missed错过；D. boosted促进。根据下文“her profits ________ from around $309 to around $618 per day.”可知，洪水促进了她的生意。故选D。 【32题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意同上。A. doubling翻倍；B. declining下降；C. ranging变化；D. referring参考。根据下文“from around $309 to around $618 per day.”可知，日利润翻倍。故选A。 【33题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：“虽然这场洪水给Pa Jit带来了意想不到的利润，但它也影响了泰国的许多其他地区，”Prangprempree悲伤地说，“而且很多人失去了生命。” A. celebration庆祝；B. flood洪水；C. game游戏；D. family家庭。根据上文“Pornkamol said floods have ________ her business”可知，洪水给Pa Jit带来了意外的利润。故选B。 【34题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意同上。A. helped帮助；B. included包括；C. affected影响；D. explored探索。根据下文“many other areas of Thailand”以及“And many people died”可知，洪水影响了泰国的许多其他地区。故选C。 【35题详解】 考查副词词义辨析。句意同上。A. politely礼貌地；B. carefully仔细地；C. gratefully感激地；D. sadly悲伤地。根据下文“And many people died”可知，洪水导致许多人死亡，所以Prangprempree悲伤地说。故选D。 三、语法填空（15分） 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 In recent years, the number of Chinese students studying abroad has reached record highs. While studying overseas offers exposure to different cultures and academic resources, it also comes with challenges such as language barriers and cultural shock. A survey ____36____ (conduct) in 2025 found that nearly 40% of Chinese students abroad reported experiencing mental health issues. To address this, universities have started offering online counseling services, ____37____ allow students to seek help discreetly. Experts suggest that students should prepare ____38____ (mental) before departure by learning about local customs and building support networks. It is also crucial to strike a balance between academic pressure and social life. A study ____39____ (show) that students who join clubs or sports teams tend to adapt ____40____ (quick). “Making local friends can greatly reduce the feeling of isolation,” notes Dr. Li, a psychology professor at Beijing Normal University. In response to this issue, the Chinese Ministry of Education has launched a 24-hour helpline for students ____41____ (study) abroad. The service offers psychological support and legal advice. “We want to ensure that every student knows they are not alone,” said a spokesperson. This initiative, combined with school efforts, ____42____ (hope) to create a safer environment for international students. As one student put ____43____, “Living abroad is like planting a tree in a new soil. It takes time ____44____ (grow) roots, but eventually you bloom.” With the right support, the overseas experience can be ____45____ (incredible) rewarding. 【答案】36. conducted 37. which 38. mentally 39. shows##has shown 40. more quickly##quickly 41. studying 42. hopes 43. it 44. to grow 45. incredibly 【解析】 【导语】文章主要探讨了中国留学生在海外面临的心理健康挑战及各方应对措施。 【36题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：2025年开展的一项调查发现，近40%的中国留学生表示存在心理健康问题。空处为非谓语动词作后置定语，A survey和conduct为逻辑动宾关系，需填过去分词conducted。 【37题详解】 考查定语从句。句意：为解决这一问题，各大高校开始提供线上心理咨询服务，这能让学生隐秘地寻求帮助。空处引导非限制性定语从句，先行词是services，在定语从句中作主语，需用关系代词which引导。 【38题详解】 考查副词。句意：专家建议，留学生出国前应做好心理上的准备，了解当地习俗并建立人际支持圈。空处修饰动词prepare，需用副词mentally，作状语。 【39题详解】 考查动词时态。句意：一项研究表明，参加社团或运动队的学生往往适应得（更）快。空处作谓语，主语为单数名词，谓语动词使用第三人称单数形式，可以表示陈述客观事实用一般现在时shows；也可用现在完成时has shown，强调研究结果对现在的影响。 【40题详解】 考查副词和比较级。句意同上。修饰动词adapt用副词；quick副词为quickly；也可暗含和不参加社团的学生对比，用比较级more quickly。 【41题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：针对这一问题，中国教育部为正在海外求学的留学生开通了 24 小时求助热线，提供心理疏导和法律咨询服务。名词students和study是主动关系，用现在分词作后置定语。 【42题详解】 考查动词时态。句意：这项举措配合校方努力，希望为留学生营造更安全的环境。空处作谓语，句子主语为 This initiative，是单数，陈述客观愿景用一般现在时，谓语动词用第三人称单数hopes。 【43题详解】 考查固定搭配。句意：正如一名学生所言：“海外生活如同在新土壤里种树。扎根需要时间，但终会绽放。” 固定搭配 as one put it 意为“正如某人所言、俗话说”，空处需填it。 【44题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意同上。固定句型It takes time to do sth.意为“做某事需要花费时间”，it 作形式主语，真正主语为后面不定式to grow。 【45题详解】 考查副词。句意：有了恰当的支持，留学经历会带来极大的收获。修饰形容词rewarding需用副词incredibly，作状语。 四、书信写作（共15分） 46. 假定你是李华，你的英国朋友Chris对中国书法很感兴趣，请你结合图文信息，向他推荐适合练习书法基础笔画的汉字“永”，内容包括： (1)字形结构； (2)文字内涵。 注意： (1)写作词数应为80个左右； (2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 参考词汇：笔画stroke Dear Chris, ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 【答案】Dear Chris, I’m glad to know that you are interested in Chinese calligraphy. I would like to recommend the character “Yong” as a good starting point for beginners. Structurally, this character is well-balanced and contains a variety of basic strokes, including dots, lines and turns. Practising it can help learners master fundamental writing skills and develop a sense of structure. More importantly, “Yong” means “eternity”, symbolizing continuity and lasting beauty. It reflects the Chinese belief in harmony and balance, making the writing exercise a cultural experience. I hope you will enjoy practising it. Yours, Li Hua 【解析】 【导语】题目要求考生向英国朋友Chris推荐适合练习书法基础笔画的汉字“永”。 【详解】1.词汇积累 高兴的：glad→delighted 对……感兴趣：be interested in→be keen on 培养：develop→cultivate 象征：symbolize→represent 2.句式拓展 同义句 原句：Structurally, this character is well-balanced and contains a variety of basic strokes, including dots, lines and turns. 拓展句：Structurally, this character is well-balanced and contains a variety of basic strokes, which include dots, lines and turns. 【点睛】[高分句型1] I’m glad to know that you are interested in Chinese calligraphy.（运用了that引导宾语从句） [高分句型2] It reflects the Chinese belief in harmony and balance, making the writing exercise a cultural experience.（运用了现在分词短语making...作状语） 五、书面表达（共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。 One late March morning, Cal, a store worker, planned a fishing trip to the Elk River. Strong rain had caused the river to fill up, its current becoming fast and powerful. He forgot to bring the parts to keep his 10-foot kayak (皮艇) balanced, but thought it would be fine. Tall and heavy, Cal eased into the boat, started the motor, and headed across. Midway, rough waves overturned the kayak. One moment he was upright; the next, he was in the icy water, struggling to breathe. His life belt rode up around his throat, choking him. Heavy boots dragged him down. The fast current swept him farther from the boat, and there was no way to reach the bank. Just then, he spotted a thick branch hanging low over the water from a partially underwater tree. Reaching out with all his might, he grabbed it. The tree was firmly rooted — solid and steady, holding him against the current. Numb (麻木的) fingers found the whistle (口哨) on his fishing coat. He blew it with his last strength, praying someone would hear. The icy water was numbing his fingers, and his legs had given out. All he could think of was his wife Maria and their daughter Della. That morning, Johnny, a former soldier and lifeguard, had driven to the river with his four kids. He often kept a thick rope in his car trunk for outdoor activities. He parked on the bank nearby. As he stepped out, sharp whistles cut through the air. Running toward the sound, he shouted, “Hello? Are you okay?” A weak, trembling voice came back: “Not...good.” A warning bell went off in his mind — someone was in trouble. He sprinted (冲刺) to his car, grabbed the thick rope, and ran toward the voice. 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。 Following the voice, Johnny saw Cal holding tight to the branch, face pale. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Once within reach, Johnny rushed forward, grabbed his collar, and dragged him ashore. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】One possible version: Following the voice, Johnny saw Cal holding tight to a branch, face pale. His eyes swept the scene — the tree, the rope, the current. His mind raced, forming a plan. He tied one end to the trunk, swung the rope over the low branch, and dropped it exactly beside Cal’s shoulder. “Pull it under your arms!” he yelled. Cal fumbled for the rope, caught it, and secured it under his arms. Johnny planted his feet against a rock, leaned back with his full weight, and pulled. The rope bit into his palms, but he kept pulling, feeling the current yield inch by inch. Once within reach, Johnny rushed forward, grabbed his collar, and dragged him ashore. He wrapped his coat around Cal. His eldest daughter ran up with a towel. Cal coughed, tears mixing with water. “My family...” he murmured weakly. Johnny gripped his arm firmly and said, “Stay awake for them.” Minutes later, the alarm bell echoed. Off the ambulance came medical workers. They gave Cal a quick check. Just as they helped him into the ambulance, he turned to Johnny, voice weak but clear. “I can’t thank you enough. You saved my life.” Johnny gave a soft, firm nod. “Glad you’re okay. Go home to your family. That’s all that matters.” 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了商店员工Cal在三月末的一个早晨前往Elk River钓鱼，因大雨导致河水暴涨，皮艇中途翻覆，他被急流冲走并被困在一棵半淹没的树旁，生命危在旦夕；前士兵兼救生员Johnny恰好在附近，听到哨声后携带粗绳前去救援的故事。 【详解】1.段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容可知，本段可以写Johnny已经发现被困的Cal，接下来应描写Johnny观察现场环境后迅速制定救援方案，利用随身携带的粗绳搭建救援通道，指导Cal配合，以及Johnny在湍急水流中用力拉拽的艰难过程。 ② 由第二段首句内容可知，本段可以写Johnny已成功将Cal拉近岸边并拖上岸，接下来应描写上岸后的紧急保暖措施、Cal的身体反应与心理活动、救护车的到来、医护人员的初步检查，以及两人最后的对话和情感升华。 2. 续写线索：发现Cal被困河中→迅速评估环境并制定方案→将绳子一端绑在树上，另一端抛给Cal→Cal将绳子固定在腋下→Johnny用力拉拽，与急流对抗→成功将Cal拉近岸边→拖上岸并保暖急救→Cal虚弱中提及妻子女儿→救护车赶到，医护人员检查→Cal表达感激→Johnny安慰他回家团聚 3. 词汇激活： 行为类： ①.绑紧/固定：tie/fasten/secure ②.裹住/缠绕：wrap/enfold 情绪类： ①.虚弱的：weak/feeble ②.坚定的：firm/determined 【点睛】【高分句型1】The rope bit into his palms, but he kept pulling, feeling the current yield inch by inch.(运用了现在分词作状语) 【高分句型2】Just as they helped him into the ambulance, he turned to Johnny, voice weak but clear.(运用了as引导的时间状语从句和独立主格结构) 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 郑州市第101中学高三英语9月份定时训练 一、阅读理解（50分） Beyond the Book is a program designed to support children who are developing their reading skills, and those who are below the “decoding threshold” — the point at which students can read text accurately and efficiently. We are uniquely positioned to stimulate curiosity in young readers and empower families with the tools they need to support their child’s growth as a confident reader. We encourage both children and caregivers to explore the vast resources our library offers, creating a community where children can thrive as readers and lifelong learners. Your Beyond the Book membership includes: *A monthly newsletter with expert tips and tricks for developing readers. *A free copy of the seasonal Featured Book and fun, educational activities. * Exclusive invites to author talks, book launch parties and book signings. *BONUS: Does your family have a library card? If not, caregivers can get a DC Public Library card when their child signs up for Beyond the Book! To register, visit your neighborhood library, or use the online registration form then stop by your neighborhood library to pick up your membership card. Weekly Pricing Preschool Kindergarten Half Day Program 8:00 AM — 12:00 PM (Monday — Friday) $600 Half Day Program 8:00 AM — 12:00 PM (Monday — Friday) $700 Full Day Program 8:00 AM — 2:00 PM (Monday — Friday) $700 Full Day Program 8:00 AM — 2:00 PM (Monday — Friday) $800 For parents needing to drop their child off earlier or pick up later, we will provide a morning and afternoon playgroup. Prices are as follows: Morning Afternoon 1 day—$70 1 day—$90 2 days—$100 2 days—$120 3 days—$125 3 days—$145 4 days—$150 4 days—$170 5 days—$170 5 days—$190 1. What is Beyond the Book aimed at? A. Inspiring young readers. B. Creating a reading culture. C. Encouraging family bonding. D. Boosting confidence in caregivers. 2. What is a Beyond the Book member entitled to? A. A good education. B. Invitations to sign books. C. Quality reading guidance. D. Weekly free book delivery. 3. What’s the weekly charge for a kindergarten full day program with 3 late pick-ups? A. $925. B. $945. C. $1175. D. $1235. Picture this: Becky entered a restaurant, waving at the friends already seated. She tripped over a chair on her way to join them, only just catching herself before hitting the floor. What would you do if you were Becky? Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam’s Goksel and his colleagues note that rather than just express your embarrassment or ignore the obvious, being able to laugh at yourself after committing a faux pas (失礼之举) should be your choice. All of this is fine if no one actually does get hurt (other than yourself). If Becky tipped over a wine glass on the table top, ruining the white dress of the woman seated at the table, it would be not so funny anymore. This problem can be translated into more academic terms: theories of affective deviance (情感偏差), which argue that reputation is negatively affected when one’s emotional expression mismatches their actions. To test out the factors that influence the best response to a bad situation, researchers conducted a series of six experiments involving just over 3200 people. They asked participants to imagine attending a dinner party at a friend’s house and chatting with the friend’s cousin. Each participant imagined scenarios (场景) in which they would admit a mistake to this stranger, including falling on a public street, missing one’s mother’s birthday, asking a woman who was not pregnant when her due date was and so on. Taking all the findings together, the authors constructed a model with character judgments of the offender as the final outcome. In this model, the display of amusement or embarrassment plus amount of harm predicted perceived emotional miscalibration (情绪失衡) and perceived embarrassment which, in turn, predicted how the actor was regarded by observers. The findings of this study showed that amusement won out over embarrassment as long as the outcome caused little harm. Laughter works because you also project a more authentic version of yourself to others than if you show embarrassment. Becky’s ability to laugh at the restaurant incident would not only ease the tension, but also show that she doesn’t fear looking awkward. 4. Why is Becky’s experience mentioned? A. To describe a common occurrence. B. To joke about her clumsy behavior. C. To introduce the topic naturally. D. To lead to a popular wisdom. 5. What is the function of paragraph 2? A. Challenging a view. B. Illustrating a theory. C. Sharing an experience. D. Raising an alert. 6. Which is a suitable case to joke about awkward behavior? A. Being late for a job interview. B. Mistaking a lady for being pregnant. C. Dirtying others’ clothes unintentionally. D. Slipping accidentally in an empty street. 7. What do the findings of the study imply? A. Self-teasing softens harmless awkwardness. B. Laughter is the best pass to amusement. C. Minor errors might cause great harm. D. Embarrassment displays sincerity. Can music help you concentrate at work? Researchers from the University of Wales Institute in Cardiff conducted a new study, and it has some interesting results. The research examined the ability of 25 people, aged 18 to 30, to remember information while listening to various sounds. In one task they had to remember a list of eight consonant (辅音) letters, which were dictated to them. Participants in the study were tested under three different conditions: in a quiet environment, while listening to music they liked, and while listening to music they didn’t like. The participants generally did better when they were working in silence. The background music seemed to make memorization and recall more difficult. However, scientists also found that listening to music before doing the tests seemed to help concentration. “Despite describing their self-selected music as more pleasant, their performance was poor, just as it was when they listened to music they disliked,” explained one of the researchers. So, even if you’re listening to music you like, it’ll still interfere with your work. This would appear to contradict the findings of scientists who have researched what is popularly known as the “Mozart Effect”. This concept was invented by French scientist Dr. Alfred A. Tomatis in 1991. Tomatis published a book, Why Mozart?, which described what he believed were the healing powers of listening to Mozart’s music. He also suggested that Mozart’s music could aid brain development. Later studies indicated it might enhance children’s spatial intelligence, leading to a widespread belief that classical music could boost a child’s IQ. The governor of the state of Georgia even once advocated allocating over $ 100,000 annually to supply classical CDs to every newborn in the state. Another study seemed to further contradict the idea that music could help with concentration. The researchers found that surveyed university students mostly preferred studying in silence. Those listening to music preferred instrumental songs, saying that lyrics are distracting. So, if you’re studying for an exam, turn off your music! 8. What is the main purpose of the passage? A. To prove that Mozart’s music boosts IQ. B. To recommend the best music for studying. C. To compare different types of background sounds. D. To indicate that silence is better for concentration than music. 9. What can be inferred about the “Mozart Effect”? A. It only works for children under 18. B. It was first discovered by a governor. C. It may have been overestimated by the public. D. It has been proven to enhance adult intelligence. 10. The underlined word “distracting” in paragraph 7 is closest in meaning to ________. A. disturbing B. favorable C. remarkable D. discouraging 11. What does the author imply about background music? A. It best aids creative work. B. Its effects are inconsistent across studies. C. It enhances performance in concentration tasks. D. It affects people differently based on preference. In the Alps and Apennines of southern Europe, longhorn beetles are moving uphill, and a rare brown butterfly with orange-tipped wings is facing extinction due to isolation (隔离) at high peaks. This is a picture of a global trend. With temperatures rising and pressure on biodiversity growing, insects vital to our ecosystems are not only moving north and south, but up. Research shows many animals are making similar moves, but insects’ high levels of mobility and short generation times allow them to respond quickly to change. Bumblebees in the Pyrenees have moved upwards on average by more than a metre a year, with some species making significantly greater journeys. All of this shows the speed of climate change and its ecological impacts at higher altitudes (海拔). In ecology, finding the “smoking gun” to neatly explain any phenomenon is generally difficult. Prof. Christy McCain, who runs Colorado University’s Mountain Lab, said: “One thing that people don’t think about as much is context: how climate affects insects at different life stages, such as eggs and larvae (幼虫). Measuring adults in summer might not reveal the most critical impacts of climate change, especially in cold and dry mountain environments.” McCain believes the way data has been collected historically is preventing their understanding, with too many museum specimens (标本) from low altitudes, and far fewer from higher up. And many groups other than butterflies and moths (蛾) have been neglected. To support her view, she cites research on carrion beetles by a student in her lab. The study shows that climate tolerance might be passed down in these impacts, which play a key role in decomposition and protect them from extreme conditions. Their long history since the Cretaceous (白垩纪) also aids their adaptation today. There is no such thing as a standard insect or response to environmental change. For some groups, it might be a case of the bigger and more mobile they are, the better their chances. There is also no universal upland habitat and this too could prove a saving grace. 12. Bumblebees in the Pyrenees are mentioned because ______. A. they are more mobile than other insects B. they have adapted well to higher altitudes C. they are a useful indicator of climate change D. they face extinction due to upward movement 13. Which statement may McCain agree with according to paragraphs 3 and 4? A. Study context is beyond grasp. B. Research data are hard to obtain. C. Insect samples are unrepresentative. D. Collection method is unconventional. 14. Why does McCain cite research on carrion beetles? A. To argue for their sensitivity to environmental changes. B. To call for the protection of insects from higher altitudes. C. To redirect focus from insects moving uphill to those downhill. D. To offer new insights into insects’ adaptation to climate change. 15. What does “a saving grace” in the last paragraph mean? A. A method used to collect data. B. A problem that needs to be solved. C. A feature that helps improve a situation. D. A type of insect that adapts well to change. Why do some people seem able to build strong connections with others, while others find their conversations quickly fall into silence or misunderstanding? ____16____ However, true communication is not simply the exchange of words. A conversation often fails not because people cannot talk, but because they are not truly listening. Although two people may appear to discuss the same subject, they may actually have different purposes. One may hope to find a solution, while the other may simply need emotional support. ____17____ So what makes communication successful? ____18____ Effective communicators do not just hear words; instead, they pay attention to the emotions and ideas behind them. By asking meaningful questions and showing genuine interest, they encourage others to share more openly. In addition, small signals, including changes in voice, facial expressions, or pauses, can provide valuable information about what people truly feel. These clues deserve close observation, yet they frequently slip by unnoticed in casual chats. ____19____ Sharing personal thoughts and feelings in an appropriate way can help build trust, because people are more likely to open up when they feel respected and understood. However, effective communication does not mean saying everything but means finding a balance between honesty and consideration. Ultimately, becoming a good communicator is not about winning debates or finding perfect words. ____20____ With patience and sincere attention, communication can become a bridge that connects hearts, strengthens relationships, and helps us build a more connected world. A. One essential skill is learning to listen actively. B. Such details should be ignored during ordinary conversations. C. It depends mainly on having enough knowledge and experience. D. It is about making people feel heard, respected, and understood. E. Another important part of communication is the ability to express oneself honestly. F. Many believe good communication consists of clear delivery and powerful idea expression. G. When the difference is ignored, even well-intended words create distance instead of connection. 二、完形填空（共15分） Pa Jit, a restaurant in Thailand, was crowded with customers coming for a unique experience: enjoying a meal in flood waters while ____21____ fish brought in by a recent flood. “When a nearby river broke its banks 11 days ago, my heart ____22____,” said owner Pornkamol Prangprempree. “Then a(n) ____23____ idea occurred to me.” At first, Pornkamol was ____24____ that there would be no customer. But then a customer posted online a picture showing that there were a lot of ____25____ swimming in the water in the flooded restaurant. Since then, many people have come here to ____26____. Bella Windy, a 29-year-old who lives in the same area, was there with her husband and ____27____. She said when she saw the post, she couldn’t ____28____. “I think in Thailand, there’s only this place where you can feed fish like this. It is the nature experience here that ____29____ me. Best of all, when my boy sees the fish, he is ____30____ and becomes less picky!” Bella laughed. Pornkamol said floods have ____31____ her business, with her profits ____32____ from around $309 to around $618 per day. “Though the ____33____ has brought an unexpected profit to Pa Jit, it has ____34____ many other areas of Thailand,” Prangprempree said ____35____. “And many people died.” 21. A. purchasing B. feeding C. painting D. cooking 22. A. attacked B. warmed C. sank D. flew 23. A. unusual B. stupid C. old D. confusing 24. A. shocked B. assured C. warned D. worried 25. A. kids B. sheep C. fish D. customers 26. A. perform B. eat C. donate D. work 27. A. son B. mother C. coach D. friend 28. A. accept B. resist C. control D. protest 29. A. appeals to B. focuses on C. responds to D. relies on 30. A. threatened B. relieved C. overjoyed D. cured 31. A. hurt B. delayed C. missed D. boosted 32. A. doubling B. declining C. ranging D. referring 33. A. celebration B. flood C. game D. family 34. A. helped B. included C. affected D. explored 35. A. politely B. carefully C. gratefully D. sadly 三、语法填空（15分） 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 In recent years, the number of Chinese students studying abroad has reached record highs. While studying overseas offers exposure to different cultures and academic resources, it also comes with challenges such as language barriers and cultural shock. A survey ____36____ (conduct) in 2025 found that nearly 40% of Chinese students abroad reported experiencing mental health issues. To address this, universities have started offering online counseling services, ____37____ allow students to seek help discreetly. Experts suggest that students should prepare ____38____ (mental) before departure by learning about local customs and building support networks. It is also crucial to strike a balance between academic pressure and social life. A study ____39____ (show) that students who join clubs or sports teams tend to adapt ____40____ (quick). “Making local friends can greatly reduce the feeling of isolation,” notes Dr. Li, a psychology professor at Beijing Normal University. In response to this issue, the Chinese Ministry of Education has launched a 24-hour helpline for students ____41____ (study) abroad. The service offers psychological support and legal advice. “We want to ensure that every student knows they are not alone,” said a spokesperson. This initiative, combined with school efforts, ____42____ (hope) to create a safer environment for international students. As one student put ____43____, “Living abroad is like planting a tree in a new soil. It takes time ____44____ (grow) roots, but eventually you bloom.” With the right support, the overseas experience can be ____45____ (incredible) rewarding. 四、书信写作（共15分） 46. 假定你是李华，你的英国朋友Chris对中国书法很感兴趣，请你结合图文信息，向他推荐适合练习书法基础笔画的汉字“永”，内容包括： (1)字形结构； (2)文字内涵。 注意： (1)写作词数应为80个左右； (2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 参考词汇：笔画stroke Dear Chris, ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 五、书面表达（共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。 One late March morning, Cal, a store worker, planned a fishing trip to the Elk River. Strong rain had caused the river to fill up, its current becoming fast and powerful. He forgot to bring the parts to keep his 10-foot kayak (皮艇) balanced, but thought it would be fine. Tall and heavy, Cal eased into the boat, started the motor, and headed across. Midway, rough waves overturned the kayak. One moment he was upright; the next, he was in the icy water, struggling to breathe. His life belt rode up around his throat, choking him. Heavy boots dragged him down. The fast current swept him farther from the boat, and there was no way to reach the bank. Just then, he spotted a thick branch hanging low over the water from a partially underwater tree. Reaching out with all his might, he grabbed it. The tree was firmly rooted — solid and steady, holding him against the current. Numb (麻木的) fingers found the whistle (口哨) on his fishing coat. He blew it with his last strength, praying someone would hear. The icy water was numbing his fingers, and his legs had given out. All he could think of was his wife Maria and their daughter Della. That morning, Johnny, a former soldier and lifeguard, had driven to the river with his four kids. He often kept a thick rope in his car trunk for outdoor activities. He parked on the bank nearby. As he stepped out, sharp whistles cut through the air. Running toward the sound, he shouted, “Hello? Are you okay?” A weak, trembling voice came back: “Not...good.” A warning bell went off in his mind — someone was in trouble. He sprinted (冲刺) to his car, grabbed the thick rope, and ran toward the voice. 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。 Following the voice, Johnny saw Cal holding tight to the branch, face pale. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Once within reach, Johnny rushed forward, grabbed his collar, and dragged him ashore. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $