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绵阳中学高2024级绵阳一诊模拟考试
英语试题
考试时间:120分钟 试卷满分:150分
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段对话,每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷相应位置。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话读两遍。
1. What does the man intend to do?
A. Request an exchange. B. Return a present. C. Print a receipt.
2. How does the woman feel about the man's idea?
A. Detailed. B. Doubtful. C. Positive.
3. What are the speakers talking about?
A. Daily habits. B. Various sports. C. Family likeness.
4. Where are the two speakers now?
A. In a bank. B. At a cafe. C. At a library.
5. What happened to Mike?
A. He fell into the pool. B. He lost his jacket. C. He encountered a storm.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各个小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
6. Which is on the man's favorite list?
A. Sandwiches and eggs. B. Crisps and sweets. C. Salad and cherries.
7. What does the man mean at last?
A. He kidded the woman. B. He praised his mother. C. He could share his lunch.
听第7段材料,回答第8至10题。
8. What surprised the woman?
A. The woman got more tasks.
B. The woman made a big mistake.
C. The woman did great on her assignment.
9. Why did the woman ask for extra work?
A. To gain extra credit.
B. To apply for a scholarship.
C. To make up for low grades.
10. What is the woman supposed to do on Wednesday?
A. Get the guidelines.
B. Submit the homework.
C. Confirm the application.
听第8段材料,回答第11至13题。
11. What might the relationship between the two speakers be?
A. Mother and son. B. Cousins. C. Husband and wife.
12. Why does Tom plan to hold the wedding on Friday?
A. To get more time off. B. To reduce expenses. C. To meet his family.
13. What will the speakers do next?
A. Change a dress. B. Shop for a gift. C. Pick up Mom.
听第9段材料,回答第14至17题。
14. What is probably the man?
A. A pet doctor. B. A firefighter. C. A house builder.
15. Why did the owner climb onto the roof?
A. To take in the views.
B. To repair the roof plate.
C. To prevent the cat from falling.
16. What does the woman think of the owner's action?
A. It is brave. B. It is risky. C. It is reasonable.
17. How did the rescuers save those trapped?
A. They used a ladder.
B. They broke the roof.
C. They pulled them with a rope.
听第10段材料,回答第18至20题。
18. What does the Danish government think social media bring to youngsters?
A. Mental health issues.
B. Extensive social network.
C. True academic satisfaction
19. What is Norway's current age limit for social media?
A. 13. B. 15. C. 16.
20. What is Caroline Stage trying to show with the data?
A. Adults can escape digital traps.
B. Parents ignore teens’ well-being.
C. Teens lack real-life connections.
第二部分 阅读理解(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)
阅读下面的短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Summer Student Jobs at Ontario Parks
Calling all students! Looking for your next summer job? Ontario Parks offers various student-oriented paid positions for the 2026 summer season. You can spend your summer protecting natural landscapes, serving park visitors, and gaining valuable practical work experience.
Application requirements
You should be studying in secondary or post-secondary school for the current term or the coming fall semester. Graduates who finished school within the past six months are also welcome. Applicants must be at least 16 years old on their first working day, and some special roles require an age of 18 or above. Besides, you need legal permission to work in Canada.
Available positions
Park Visitor Assistant: You will work indoors at visitor centres, offering maps and answering visitors’ questions. Good communication skills are required.
Outdoor Maintenance Helper: You will take part in trail repairing and beach cleaning outdoors. You are expected to enjoy outdoor work.
Program Assistant: You will organize nature-themed educational activities for kids and family visitors.
Wildlife Observation Guide: You will lead small groups on nature walks, helping visitors identify local birds, plants, and animal tracks.
Program details
Working period runs from mid-June to late August, about 8-10 weeks. You will work 35-40 hours per week. When filling in forms, you may state your preferred park locations. Applications open on Jan. 19, 2026 and are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis. Complete the online form on the official website. Only candidates for interviews will receive further notice. Start your registration and make your summer count!
1. Which of the following is needed for application?
A. Student scholarship. B. Legal working permission.
C. Graduate certificate. D. Previous working experience.
2. Which position might appeal to environmentalists most?
A. Park Visitor Assistant. B. Outdoor Maintenance Helper.
C. Program Assistant. D. Wildlife Observation Guide.
3. Where is the passage probably taken from?
A. A park guide. B. An Employee Handbook.
C. A park website. D. A Recruitment Brochure.
B
Last spring, my neighbor Donna and I, both in our seventies, spent several hours in the glorious sunshine enjoying the new season. When it was time to sit down and relax, Donna pulled out her red metal chair from her garage, and I sat on an overturned plastic bucket. It was fun to catch up on the news that we had missed during the long winter indoors.
However, over the next few days, it turned out that we needed more than a chair and a bucket which were not quite comfortable. Donna decided we needed a bench. After ruling out unsuitable options from local stores, she found a perfect one online. The next day it arrived. Excitedly, she opened the box and started putting it together. We proudly highfived each other as the pieces joined up and the bench started to look like one. After a few minutes’ assistance from a neighbour, it was assembled. What’s more, it was ideal for two 70-somethings to carry on late afternoon chats.
Soon, the bench attracted other neighbors. One day, someone called out from the sidewalk, “What do you do on that bench?” Quick-thinking Donna shouted back, “It’s our ‘Thinking Bench’! We think about important things happening in our lives.” Then, the name gradually evolved — after one neighbor sat alone deep in thought, he declared it a “Decision-Making Bench”; another time, when Donna was caught napping, she insisted she was “meditating (冥想)”, adding yet another name.
Last fall, with the temperature falling, our outdoor days came to an end. We were faced with one dilemma — what to do about it in the winter? Well, we sat down and thought and meditated and decided to put it in Donna’s garage for the winter.
When I glimpsed it a few times over the next months, the bench sat lonely, holding empty flower pots, and some flat, old boxes. But now after a long winter, spring flowers are ready to bloom in the warm sunshine, and we neighbours are ready to welcome “The Bench” back into our lives.
4. Why did Donna decide to replace the chair and bucket?
A. To avoid unsuitable choices.
B. To get better seating for chats.
C. To attract more neighbors.
D. To adapt to warmer weather.
5. How did the bench get its various names?
A. From items placed on it.
B. From seasonal discussions.
C. From Donna’s creative ideas.
D. From users’ activities on it.
6. Why are pots and boxes mentioned in the last paragraph?
A. To suggest the flowers would soon be planted.
B. To describe the bench’s practical use in winter.
C. To show the bench was not serving its purpose.
D. To explain why the bench needed winter storage.
7. What does “The Bench” represent at the story’s end?
A. A symbol of community bonds.
B. A solution to the aging problem.
C. A reminder of the past winter.
D. A memory of a valued online order.
C
The trademark lawsuit between Louis Vuitton and Molly Tea looks like a simple commercial conflict, yet it exposes our deep trouble of collective cultural aphasia (失语) and the loss of discourse power over traditional Chinese patterns. Though the court’s ruling follows the law, many Chinese people feel upset. It’s said that the four-petal floral pattern LV uses to protect its trademark may have come from Tang-dynasty treasure flower patterns and ancient persimmon calyx patterns, which have been Chinese public cultural treasures for thousands of years. However, they now become exclusive commercial symbols owned by an overseas brand.
Many netizens publicly consider it a “reverse exploitation”, which results from our long-time ignorance of traditional patterns. For centuries, treasure flowers, cloud patterns and Hui patterns decorate ancient paintings, porcelain and buildings, carrying Chinese beauty and good wishes. However, we have seldom systematically registered or protected them with IP (intellectual property) rights. Foreign brands have long absorbed inspiration from Chinese ancient patterns, made small changes and completed global trademark registrations. On the contrary, domestic brands use our ancestors’ patterns casually without awareness of property rights. They only realize these cultural symbols have been occupied by foreign capital when lawsuits arrive. This is typical cultural aphasia: we admire the beauty of ancient patterns, but fail to guard their legal rights; we love national trend aesthetics (美学), but lack a complete system to protect traditional culture.
Collective cultural aphasia may not merely allow foreign brands to privatize those symbols, but also block the development of domestic Chinese-style industries. If local brands face huge fines every time they use native ancient patterns, it will be hard to pass down traditional beauty. For a long time, we only enjoy the artistic heritage left by our ancestors passively, instead of actively registering patterns, building digital databases and perfecting relevant laws. As a result, precious cultural resources may fall into the hands of foreign businesses.
Joint efforts are essential to fix this problem. The government should build a public pattern database and clarify usage rules. Enterprises need to value traditional cultural IP and create original Chinese-style works. With enhanced cultural confidence, we can safeguard our unique cultural symbols and let Eastern aesthetics develop sustainably.
8. What does the underlined phrase “reverse exploitation” in paragraph 2 mean?
A. Domestic brands use foreign classic patterns.
B. Chinese firms recover cultural symbols via lawsuits.
C. Courts fine foreign brands for copying local designs.
D. Foreign brands profit from Chinese cultural resources.
9. Why do domestic brands easily get into trademark trouble?
A. They simply copy foreign brands.
B. They lack IP protection awareness.
C. They fail to build digital databases.
D. They refuse to follow the new laws.
10. What is the main idea of paragraph 3?
A. Foreign brands seize our traditional patterns.
B. Heritage is not appreciated or well-protected.
C. Cultural silence leads to multiple harmful outcomes.
D. High fines stop China passing down traditional beauty.
11. Which of the following can be a suitable title for the text?
A. The Value of Traditional Floral Patterns
B. Ways to Register Traditional Chinese Patterns
C. Cultural Aphasia Reflected in the Pattern Lawsuit
D. Closure of the Conflict Between LV and Molly Tea
D
For decades, marine researchers have faced major obstacles in ocean conservation. Remote, dark coastal waters shelter rare marine species, largely inaccessible to human divers. Traditional cameras perform poorly in dim conditions, and costly human surveys cover less than 3 percent of global shallow marine areas yearly. To solve these problems, a modern AI bioacoustics (生物声学的) monitoring system has been developed to boost conservation efficiency.
Jointly created by environmental tech teams and marine reserves, this innovative system adopts low-cost underwater microphones to record complex ocean soundscapes. Equipped with advanced machine learning technology, it is able to identify various marine species according to their unique acoustic (声音的) features automatically. Compared with traditional approaches, it reduces survey costs by 62 percent and expands detectable sea areas by over 18 times. Inspired by dolphins’ echolocation, its bionic algorithm (算法) can block interference from waves and ship engines, accurately recognizing faint and mixed underwater sounds.
In a 12-month field study off Ghana’s western coast, Dr. Lena Marquez’s team placed 46 solar-powered hydrophones (水听器). The AI uncovered three locally extinct fish species, missed by human divers’ annual searches for five years. It also locates hidden seagrass and coral habitats overlooked by humans. Guided by its data, local fishermen adopted seasonal fishing bans, raising young fish populations by 41 percent in eight months.
Nevertheless, the system has two noticeable limitations. It fails to identify silent marine creatures such as shellfish with no acoustic signals. Additionally, its high-precision analysis demands steady internet access and basic digital training, which many remote island regions lack. To overcome these obstacles, researchers are optimizing offline data processing systems and offering free professional training for coastal residents in relevant regions.
This bionic AI technology marks a significant breakthrough in marine ecological protection. Rather than isolating technology from natural ecosystems, it learns and follows natural biological rules to repair damaged ocean habitats. As affordable hydrophones and open-source AI programs gain global popularity, local coastal communities are empowered to guard marine resources effectively, turning abstract ocean protection theories into practical daily action.
12. What is a key advantage of the new AI system?
A. It functions well in dark environment.
B. It can operate without any workers on site.
C. It makes marine surveys much more efficient.
D. It’s able to cover less than half sea area worldwide.
13. What can we learn about the field study in Ghana?
A. It improved adult fish population quickly.
B. It was influenced by local fishing activities.
C. It relied on human divers’ repeated searches.
D. It found some previously unseen local fish species.
14. What is one shortcoming of the bioacoustic system?
A. It cannot work in bright seawater. B. It is unable to detect soundless sea life.
C. It ignores human fishing activities. D. It needs no digital training for users.
15. Which of the following is the best title for the text?
A. AI Technology Empowers Ocean Conservation B. New Rules for Global Ocean Fishing
C. Hidden Marine Habitats Discovered by Divers D. Advanced Ways to Improve Internet Service
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
How to Avoid Media Multitasking
When you study or work at home, have you grown used to keeping multiple screens on? TVs, laptops, phones — before you know it, you suffer from tired eyes, sore shoulders and mental exhaustion. Manoush Zomorodi, the host of TED Radio Hour, calls this media multitasking, which gives your brain too much information to process all at once. ____16____.
●Practise single-tasking
Human brains cannot truly multitask. They just switch rapidly between activities, which consumes mental energy, lowers efficiency and causes errors. ____17____. For deep-thinking tasks like reading or solving problems, this rule applies most.
● ____18____
Looking through news or short videos when tired does not refresh your brain — it adds to tiredness. A real break means stepping away from screens. For work that keeps you on screens, take a few minutes every 30 minutes to stand, walk, or stretch, which eases mental tension.
●Guarantee quality sleep
Poor sleep or regular late nights leave mental tiredness unrelieved, resulting in continuous distraction and exhaustion. ____19____. To solve the problem, you need to develop healthy bedtime routines. Avoiding screens before bedtime and sticking to a regular sleep schedule help complete brain recovery.
●Rebuild deep concentration
____20____. You can regain it through practice. Set fixed screen-free reading sessions. Don’t expect long focus at first; when your mind wanders, pause and return. Gradually extend your focus time. With steady practice, your brain will readapt to deep thinking.
A. Stop resting on phones
B. Set a time limit on phone use
C. She offers some science-based strategies to help accordingly
D. Therefore, finish one task entirely before moving on to the next
E. Constant information overload weakens your continuous attention
F. Adjusting sleep habits helps you instantly relieve mental exhaustion
G. Worse still, it will reduce the effects of other mental recovery strategies
第三部分 语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I had just moved out of my father’s house, finally breaking free from his control. But I had no stable place to stay, no money, and no job to ____21____ myself. Overnight, I became homeless and had to stay with a family that treated me as a charity. In moments of ____22____, I thought about going back. Wouldn’t that be better than the ____23____ I saw in their eyes?
One of my saviors was Karl, my manager. Working with him, I found his manner cold and ____24____. Yet he was one of the few people to ____25____ a helping hand to me. He saw unusual ____26____ during that time, and when he learned about my situation, he ____27____ me and even gave me money to get by. I felt deep ____28____ for having judged him so unfairly.
One evening, he took me to dinner. I acted as if everything was fine, but eventually I admitted how uncomfortable I felt, living under someone else’s ____29____. “This will change,” he said. Then he looked at me gently but _____30_____, “But you don’t have to pretend with me.” I _____31_____ a little, letting my guard down while not fully admitting defeat.
Later, things began to _____32_____. I found a job and moved out. To repay Karl, I emailed him. His _____33_____ was unexpected: “You owe me nothing. Just pay it forward!”
That day I made a promise to be kind and _____34_____ to anyone in need, just as he had been to me. It was his guidance that led me to make that promise and _____35_____ who I am today.
21. A. challenge B. entertain C. sustain D. arrange
22. A. tension B. weakness C. sympathy D. gratitude
23. A. anger B. doubt C. shame D. pity
24. A. distant B. modest C. boring D. nervous
25. A. accept B. present C. extend D. seek
26. A. tracks B. signs C. promises D. symbols
27. A. turned to B. checked on C. believed in D. called for
28. A. guilt B. relief C. pride D. sorrow
29. A. rule B. pressure C. roof D. protection
30. A. hesitantly B. readily C. bitterly D. firmly
31. A. nodded B. waited C. argued D. panicked
32. A. move on B. take off C. look up D. slow down
33. A. request B. apology C. order D. reply
34. A. generous B. grateful C. faithful D. loyal
35. A. changed B. shaped C. saved D. reminded
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。
Blind boxes have taken the world by storm, catching the imaginations of collectors and new buyers alike. These mystery boxes, containing ____36____ (hide) items revealed only after purchase, offer a mix of surprise and exclusivity (独家性). From toys to high-end collectibles, ____37____ blind box trend attracts anyone seeking excitement or wanting to add something unique to their collection.
The appeal lies in the excitement of not knowing ____38____ is inside, combined with the desire to complete a set or find rare items. This concept of discovery keeps collectors ____39____ (come) back for more and has helped transform the blind box industry into a multibillion-dollar market.
For those new ___40___ the blind box world, starting a collection can be a rewarding experience. Begin by selecting a brand or theme that matches your interests. Many collectors recommend focusing on a specific series, which makes the collection more personal ____41____ helps prevent unnecessary purchases. Engaging with the community can also enhance your collecting journey. There are countless social media groups where collectors share tips and discuss new ____42____ (release). Connecting with other collectors ____43____ (allow) you to trade the same items, find rare pieces, and share in the excitement of each new ____44____ (add) to your collection.
Whether you’re an experienced collector or a newcomer, the world of blind boxes offers ___45___ (end) possibilities, turning every unboxing into an adventure.
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 你校英文报“Voice”栏目正在征稿,请同学们对有效学习所需的自律(Self-discipline)、好奇心(Curiosity)、反思(Reflection)这三个要素按重要性进行排序,并阐述理由。
注意:
(1)写作词数应为100左右。
(2)请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
My Priorities for Effective Learning
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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。
“You’re all that I need…” A soft, melodic tune drifted from the bathroom, mixed with the sound of running water. Arav and Anaya, who were busy building blocks in the living room, froze for a second. They exchanged a puzzled look, then burst out laughing and started wiggling to the rhythm.
“Is Papa really singing that modern song?” asked seven-year-old Anaya, her big eyes wide with disbelief.
“Looks like our dad has finally upgraded his playlist!” grinned ten-year-old Arav.
This was a home where laughter never ran out. Arav was a curious boy — sometimes responsible like a little adult, sometimes mischievous (淘气的) enough to drive his mother crazy. Anaya, sweet as candy, was always bubbling with wild ideas. Sunlight poured through the floor-to-ceiling windows and family photos on the wall seemed to smile along.
As Papa came out, Anaya dashed over like a tiny rocket and hugged his leg. “Papa, you should have been a professional singer!” she declared.
Papa bent down, pinched her cheek, and gave a shy, gentle smile.
Just then, Mummy walked in from the kitchen with a plate of fruit. “Well, your father wasn’t just any singer — he was the star vocalist of the college band! Every campus festival ended with his solo performance,” she said, her eyes sparkling.
“Wow!” Arav’s eyes lit up. “Then you should join the community singing competition next month. You’d win for sure!”
Papa waved his hand, his tone light but with a faint trace of gloom. “Oh, son, that’s ancient history. Now it’s time for work.” He chuckled and got dressed.
Once Papa left for the office, the two children immediately surrounded Mummy, begging for more stories. Mummy told them how Papa once formed a band, wrote love songs, and even dreamed of a music career — but gradually set aside his microphone to support the family. Arav and Anaya listened, fascinated. A secret plan began to grow in their little hearts.
That night, tucked under their blankets, they whispered excitedly. “We have to make Papa sing again!” Arav said.
“But how?” Anaya asked.
注意:
1.续写词数应为150左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
A few minutes later, Anaya sat upright suddenly, “I’ve got it!”
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Finally, the day of the community singing competition came.
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绵阳中学高2024级绵阳一诊模拟考试
英语试题
考试时间:120分钟 试卷满分:150分
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段对话,每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷相应位置。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话读两遍。
1. What does the man intend to do?
A. Request an exchange. B. Return a present. C. Print a receipt.
2. How does the woman feel about the man's idea?
A. Detailed. B. Doubtful. C. Positive.
3. What are the speakers talking about?
A. Daily habits. B. Various sports. C. Family likeness.
4. Where are the two speakers now?
A. In a bank. B. At a cafe. C. At a library.
5. What happened to Mike?
A. He fell into the pool. B. He lost his jacket. C. He encountered a storm.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各个小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
6. Which is on the man's favorite list?
A. Sandwiches and eggs. B. Crisps and sweets. C. Salad and cherries.
7. What does the man mean at last?
A. He kidded the woman. B. He praised his mother. C. He could share his lunch.
听第7段材料,回答第8至10题。
8. What surprised the woman?
A. The woman got more tasks.
B. The woman made a big mistake.
C. The woman did great on her assignment.
9. Why did the woman ask for extra work?
A. To gain extra credit.
B. To apply for a scholarship.
C. To make up for low grades.
10. What is the woman supposed to do on Wednesday?
A. Get the guidelines.
B. Submit the homework.
C. Confirm the application.
听第8段材料,回答第11至13题。
11. What might the relationship between the two speakers be?
A. Mother and son. B. Cousins. C. Husband and wife.
12. Why does Tom plan to hold the wedding on Friday?
A. To get more time off. B. To reduce expenses. C. To meet his family.
13. What will the speakers do next?
A. Change a dress. B. Shop for a gift. C. Pick up Mom.
听第9段材料,回答第14至17题。
14. What is probably the man?
A. A pet doctor. B. A firefighter. C. A house builder.
15. Why did the owner climb onto the roof?
A. To take in the views.
B. To repair the roof plate.
C. To prevent the cat from falling.
16. What does the woman think of the owner's action?
A. It is brave. B. It is risky. C. It is reasonable.
17. How did the rescuers save those trapped?
A. They used a ladder.
B. They broke the roof.
C. They pulled them with a rope.
听第10段材料,回答第18至20题。
18. What does the Danish government think social media bring to youngsters?
A. Mental health issues.
B. Extensive social network.
C. True academic satisfaction
19. What is Norway's current age limit for social media?
A. 13. B. 15. C. 16.
20. What is Caroline Stage trying to show with the data?
A. Adults can escape digital traps.
B. Parents ignore teens’ well-being.
C. Teens lack real-life connections.
第二部分 阅读理解(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)
阅读下面的短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Summer Student Jobs at Ontario Parks
Calling all students! Looking for your next summer job? Ontario Parks offers various student-oriented paid positions for the 2026 summer season. You can spend your summer protecting natural landscapes, serving park visitors, and gaining valuable practical work experience.
Application requirements
You should be studying in secondary or post-secondary school for the current term or the coming fall semester. Graduates who finished school within the past six months are also welcome. Applicants must be at least 16 years old on their first working day, and some special roles require an age of 18 or above. Besides, you need legal permission to work in Canada.
Available positions
Park Visitor Assistant: You will work indoors at visitor centres, offering maps and answering visitors’ questions. Good communication skills are required.
Outdoor Maintenance Helper: You will take part in trail repairing and beach cleaning outdoors. You are expected to enjoy outdoor work.
Program Assistant: You will organize nature-themed educational activities for kids and family visitors.
Wildlife Observation Guide: You will lead small groups on nature walks, helping visitors identify local birds, plants, and animal tracks.
Program details
Working period runs from mid-June to late August, about 8-10 weeks. You will work 35-40 hours per week. When filling in forms, you may state your preferred park locations. Applications open on Jan. 19, 2026 and are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis. Complete the online form on the official website. Only candidates for interviews will receive further notice. Start your registration and make your summer count!
1. Which of the following is needed for application?
A. Student scholarship. B. Legal working permission.
C. Graduate certificate. D. Previous working experience.
2. Which position might appeal to environmentalists most?
A. Park Visitor Assistant. B. Outdoor Maintenance Helper.
C. Program Assistant. D. Wildlife Observation Guide.
3. Where is the passage probably taken from?
A. A park guide. B. An Employee Handbook.
C. A park website. D. A Recruitment Brochure.
【答案】1. B 2. B 3. C
【解析】
【导语】本文介绍安大略公园2026暑期学生岗位,包含申请条件、四类岗位、工作安排以及线上申请方式。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据Application requirements部分“Besides, you need legal permission to work in Canada. (此外,你需要拥有在加拿大工作的合法许可。)”可知,申请需要合法的工作许可。
【2题详解】
推理判断题。根据Available positions部分“Outdoor Maintenance Helper: You will take part in trail repairing and beach cleaning outdoors. You are expected to enjoy outdoor work. (户外维护助理:你将参与户外步道修缮和海滩清洁工作,该岗位要求从业者热爱户外工作。)”可知,该岗位以户外环境维护为主,最能吸引环保人士。
【3题详解】
推理判断题。根据Program details部分“Complete the online form on the official website. Only candidates for interviews will receive further notice. (在官方网站填写在线表格。只有进入面试的候选人才会收到后续通知。)”可知,文中提及官网线上填表,本文最可能出自公园网站。
B
Last spring, my neighbor Donna and I, both in our seventies, spent several hours in the glorious sunshine enjoying the new season. When it was time to sit down and relax, Donna pulled out her red metal chair from her garage, and I sat on an overturned plastic bucket. It was fun to catch up on the news that we had missed during the long winter indoors.
However, over the next few days, it turned out that we needed more than a chair and a bucket which were not quite comfortable. Donna decided we needed a bench. After ruling out unsuitable options from local stores, she found a perfect one online. The next day it arrived. Excitedly, she opened the box and started putting it together. We proudly highfived each other as the pieces joined up and the bench started to look like one. After a few minutes’ assistance from a neighbour, it was assembled. What’s more, it was ideal for two 70-somethings to carry on late afternoon chats.
Soon, the bench attracted other neighbors. One day, someone called out from the sidewalk, “What do you do on that bench?” Quick-thinking Donna shouted back, “It’s our ‘Thinking Bench’! We think about important things happening in our lives.” Then, the name gradually evolved — after one neighbor sat alone deep in thought, he declared it a “Decision-Making Bench”; another time, when Donna was caught napping, she insisted she was “meditating (冥想)”, adding yet another name.
Last fall, with the temperature falling, our outdoor days came to an end. We were faced with one dilemma — what to do about it in the winter? Well, we sat down and thought and meditated and decided to put it in Donna’s garage for the winter.
When I glimpsed it a few times over the next months, the bench sat lonely, holding empty flower pots, and some flat, old boxes. But now after a long winter, spring flowers are ready to bloom in the warm sunshine, and we neighbours are ready to welcome “The Bench” back into our lives.
4. Why did Donna decide to replace the chair and bucket?
A. To avoid unsuitable choices.
B. To get better seating for chats.
C. To attract more neighbors.
D. To adapt to warmer weather.
5. How did the bench get its various names?
A. From items placed on it.
B. From seasonal discussions.
C. From Donna’s creative ideas.
D. From users’ activities on it.
6. Why are pots and boxes mentioned in the last paragraph?
A. To suggest the flowers would soon be planted.
B. To describe the bench’s practical use in winter.
C. To show the bench was not serving its purpose.
D. To explain why the bench needed winter storage.
7. What does “The Bench” represent at the story’s end?
A. A symbol of community bonds.
B. A solution to the aging problem.
C. A reminder of the past winter.
D. A memory of a valued online order.
【答案】4. B 5. D 6. C 7. A
【解析】
【导语】本文主要介绍两位七旬老人添置长椅闲聊,长椅因人们不同活动得到多个名字,冬日收存后来年春天再次回归,承载邻里温情。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“However, over the next few days, it turned out that we needed more than a chair and a bucket which were not quite comfortable. Donna decided we needed a bench. (然而,在接下来几天里,我们发现仅有一把椅子和一个桶是不够的,它们坐起来不太舒服。唐娜决定我们需要一条长椅)”可知,原来的椅子和塑料桶坐着不舒服,因此Donna决定买一条长椅,以便在聊天时有更好的座位。
【5题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“Then, the name gradually evolved — after one neighbor sat alone deep in thought, he declared it a “Decision-Making Bench”; another time, when Donna was caught napping, she insisted she was “meditating (冥想)”, adding yet another name. (然后,这个名字逐渐演变——一位邻居独自坐在那里沉思后,把它叫作“做决定长椅”;还有一次,当唐娜被抓到打盹时,她坚称自己正在“冥想”,并加上了另一个名字)”可知,这些名字均来源于使用者在长椅上进行的具体活动。
【6题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“When I glimpsed it a few times over the next months, the bench sat lonely, holding empty flower pots, and some flat, old boxes. (在接下来几个月里,我几次瞥见它,长椅孤零零放着,上面摆着空花盆和一些扁平旧箱子)”可知,冬天长椅被放在车库里堆放杂物,显得很“孤单”。作者通过描写这些杂物,与前文长椅作为人们热闹交流的场所形成鲜明对比,旨在表明长椅在冬天没有发挥其供人休憩和交流的真正作用。
【7题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“But now after a long winter, spring flowers are ready to bloom in the warm sunshine, and we neighbours are ready to welcome “The Bench” back into our lives. (漫长冬日过后,春花将在暖阳下绽放,邻居们准备迎接这条长椅重回我们的生活)”以及文章内容可知,长椅起初是作者和Donna聊天的座位,后来吸引了众多邻居来此思考、交流,成为了大家共同的活动场所。最后一段提到“我们邻居们准备好迎接‘长椅’回到我们的生活中”,此时的“长椅”已经超越了家具的物理属性,成为了邻里之间交流互动、情感联结的象征。
C
The trademark lawsuit between Louis Vuitton and Molly Tea looks like a simple commercial conflict, yet it exposes our deep trouble of collective cultural aphasia (失语) and the loss of discourse power over traditional Chinese patterns. Though the court’s ruling follows the law, many Chinese people feel upset. It’s said that the four-petal floral pattern LV uses to protect its trademark may have come from Tang-dynasty treasure flower patterns and ancient persimmon calyx patterns, which have been Chinese public cultural treasures for thousands of years. However, they now become exclusive commercial symbols owned by an overseas brand.
Many netizens publicly consider it a “reverse exploitation”, which results from our long-time ignorance of traditional patterns. For centuries, treasure flowers, cloud patterns and Hui patterns decorate ancient paintings, porcelain and buildings, carrying Chinese beauty and good wishes. However, we have seldom systematically registered or protected them with IP (intellectual property) rights. Foreign brands have long absorbed inspiration from Chinese ancient patterns, made small changes and completed global trademark registrations. On the contrary, domestic brands use our ancestors’ patterns casually without awareness of property rights. They only realize these cultural symbols have been occupied by foreign capital when lawsuits arrive. This is typical cultural aphasia: we admire the beauty of ancient patterns, but fail to guard their legal rights; we love national trend aesthetics (美学), but lack a complete system to protect traditional culture.
Collective cultural aphasia may not merely allow foreign brands to privatize those symbols, but also block the development of domestic Chinese-style industries. If local brands face huge fines every time they use native ancient patterns, it will be hard to pass down traditional beauty. For a long time, we only enjoy the artistic heritage left by our ancestors passively, instead of actively registering patterns, building digital databases and perfecting relevant laws. As a result, precious cultural resources may fall into the hands of foreign businesses.
Joint efforts are essential to fix this problem. The government should build a public pattern database and clarify usage rules. Enterprises need to value traditional cultural IP and create original Chinese-style works. With enhanced cultural confidence, we can safeguard our unique cultural symbols and let Eastern aesthetics develop sustainably.
8. What does the underlined phrase “reverse exploitation” in paragraph 2 mean?
A. Domestic brands use foreign classic patterns.
B. Chinese firms recover cultural symbols via lawsuits.
C. Courts fine foreign brands for copying local designs.
D. Foreign brands profit from Chinese cultural resources.
9. Why do domestic brands easily get into trademark trouble?
A. They simply copy foreign brands.
B. They lack IP protection awareness.
C. They fail to build digital databases.
D. They refuse to follow the new laws.
10. What is the main idea of paragraph 3?
A. Foreign brands seize our traditional patterns.
B. Heritage is not appreciated or well-protected.
C. Cultural silence leads to multiple harmful outcomes.
D. High fines stop China passing down traditional beauty.
11. Which of the following can be a suitable title for the text?
A. The Value of Traditional Floral Patterns
B. Ways to Register Traditional Chinese Patterns
C. Cultural Aphasia Reflected in the Pattern Lawsuit
D. Closure of the Conflict Between LV and Molly Tea
【答案】8. D 9. B 10. C 11. C
【解析】
【导语】本文以路易威登与茉莉茶的商标诉讼为切入点,讲述了中国传统纹样面临的知识产权保护困境,揭露了集体文化失语的深层问题并提出对应解决方向。
【8题详解】
词句猜测题。根据画线词“reverse exploitation”后面的“Foreign brands have long absorbed inspiration from Chinese ancient patterns, made small changes and completed global trademark registrations.(国外品牌长期从中国古代纹样中汲取灵感,稍作改动后就完成全球商标注册。)”可知,中国本土的公共文化资源被外国品牌改造后注册为自有商标并从中获利,形成了反向的文化掠夺。画线词应含有“外国品牌利用中国文化资源牟利”之意。
【9题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段中的“On the contrary, domestic brands use our ancestors’ patterns casually without awareness of property rights. They only realize these cultural symbols have been occupied by foreign capital when lawsuits arrive.(相反,国产品牌随意使用我们祖先的纹样,缺乏产权意识。直到诉讼找上门时,他们才意识到这些文化符号已被外资抢占。)”可知,国内品牌容易陷入商标纠纷的核心原因是自身知识产权保护意识不足。
【10题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第三段中的“Collective cultural aphasia may not merely allow foreign brands to privatize those symbols, but also block the development of domestic Chinese-style industries.(集体文化失语可能不仅会让外国品牌将这些文化符号据为己有,还会阻碍本土国风产业的发展。)”可知,这是该段主旨句,本段围绕集体文化失语带来的多重危害展开,进一步阐述了被动传承文化遗产会导致传统美学难以传承、文化资源流入外资手中等后果。
【11题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第一段中的“The trademark lawsuit between Louis Vuitton and Molly Tea looks like a simple commercial conflict, yet it exposes our deep trouble of collective cultural aphasia and the loss of discourse power over traditional Chinese patterns.(路易威登与茉莉茶之间的商标诉讼看似只是一场简单的商业纠纷,却暴露出我们面临的深层困境:集体文化失语,以及中国传统纹样话语权的流失。)”。全文围绕这一核心,依次分析了现象成因、现实危害与解决路径。C项表示“图案侵权案中折射出的文化失语”,涵盖本文的主旨,适合作为本文标题。
D
For decades, marine researchers have faced major obstacles in ocean conservation. Remote, dark coastal waters shelter rare marine species, largely inaccessible to human divers. Traditional cameras perform poorly in dim conditions, and costly human surveys cover less than 3 percent of global shallow marine areas yearly. To solve these problems, a modern AI bioacoustics (生物声学的) monitoring system has been developed to boost conservation efficiency.
Jointly created by environmental tech teams and marine reserves, this innovative system adopts low-cost underwater microphones to record complex ocean soundscapes. Equipped with advanced machine learning technology, it is able to identify various marine species according to their unique acoustic (声音的) features automatically. Compared with traditional approaches, it reduces survey costs by 62 percent and expands detectable sea areas by over 18 times. Inspired by dolphins’ echolocation, its bionic algorithm (算法) can block interference from waves and ship engines, accurately recognizing faint and mixed underwater sounds.
In a 12-month field study off Ghana’s western coast, Dr. Lena Marquez’s team placed 46 solar-powered hydrophones (水听器). The AI uncovered three locally extinct fish species, missed by human divers’ annual searches for five years. It also locates hidden seagrass and coral habitats overlooked by humans. Guided by its data, local fishermen adopted seasonal fishing bans, raising young fish populations by 41 percent in eight months.
Nevertheless, the system has two noticeable limitations. It fails to identify silent marine creatures such as shellfish with no acoustic signals. Additionally, its high-precision analysis demands steady internet access and basic digital training, which many remote island regions lack. To overcome these obstacles, researchers are optimizing offline data processing systems and offering free professional training for coastal residents in relevant regions.
This bionic AI technology marks a significant breakthrough in marine ecological protection. Rather than isolating technology from natural ecosystems, it learns and follows natural biological rules to repair damaged ocean habitats. As affordable hydrophones and open-source AI programs gain global popularity, local coastal communities are empowered to guard marine resources effectively, turning abstract ocean protection theories into practical daily action.
12. What is a key advantage of the new AI system?
A. It functions well in dark environment.
B. It can operate without any workers on site.
C. It makes marine surveys much more efficient.
D. It’s able to cover less than half sea area worldwide.
13. What can we learn about the field study in Ghana?
A. It improved adult fish population quickly.
B. It was influenced by local fishing activities.
C. It relied on human divers’ repeated searches.
D. It found some previously unseen local fish species.
14. What is one shortcoming of the bioacoustic system?
A. It cannot work in bright seawater. B. It is unable to detect soundless sea life.
C. It ignores human fishing activities. D. It needs no digital training for users.
15. Which of the following is the best title for the text?
A. AI Technology Empowers Ocean Conservation B. New Rules for Global Ocean Fishing
C. Hidden Marine Habitats Discovered by Divers D. Advanced Ways to Improve Internet Service
【答案】12. C 13. D 14. B 15. A
【解析】
【导语】本文主要介绍了一种仿生AI生物声学监测系统,借助水下麦克风与机器学习自动识别海洋物种、大幅降本增效并扩大探测范围,虽有无声生物难识别等局限,仍持续优化以赋能全球海洋生态保护。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段“To solve these problems, a modern AI bioacoustics (生物声学的) monitoring system has been developed to boost conservation efficiency. (为了解决这些问题,一种现代AI生物声学监测系统被研发出来以提升保护效率)”以及第二段“Compared with traditional approaches, it reduces survey costs by 62 percent and expands detectable sea areas by over 18 times. (与传统方法相比,它将调查成本降低62%,并将可探测海域扩大超过18倍)”可知,该系统的一个关键优势是使海洋调查变得更加高效。
【13题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“The AI uncovered three locally extinct fish species, missed by human divers’ annual searches for five years. (人工智能发现了三种当地被认为灭绝的鱼类,这些鱼类在人类潜水员五年的年度搜索中被遗漏)”可知,这次实地研究发现了一些此前人类未曾见到的(被认为已灭绝的)当地鱼类物种。
【14题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段“Nevertheless, the system has two noticeable limitations. It fails to identify silent marine creatures such as shellfish with no acoustic signals. (然而,该系统有两个明显的局限性。它无法识别没有声音信号的无声海洋生物,如贝类)”可知,其短板是无法探测到无声的海洋生物。
【15题详解】
主旨大意题。文章第一段引出AI生物声学监测系统在海洋保护中的应用,第二、三段介绍了其工作原理、优势和在加纳的成功实践,第四段指出其局限性及解决办法,最后一段总结该AI技术是海洋生态保护的重大突破。全文核心围绕“AI技术如何助力海洋保护”展开,因此“AI技术赋能海洋保护”最适合作为本文标题。
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
How to Avoid Media Multitasking
When you study or work at home, have you grown used to keeping multiple screens on? TVs, laptops, phones — before you know it, you suffer from tired eyes, sore shoulders and mental exhaustion. Manoush Zomorodi, the host of TED Radio Hour, calls this media multitasking, which gives your brain too much information to process all at once. ____16____.
●Practise single-tasking
Human brains cannot truly multitask. They just switch rapidly between activities, which consumes mental energy, lowers efficiency and causes errors. ____17____. For deep-thinking tasks like reading or solving problems, this rule applies most.
● ____18____
Looking through news or short videos when tired does not refresh your brain — it adds to tiredness. A real break means stepping away from screens. For work that keeps you on screens, take a few minutes every 30 minutes to stand, walk, or stretch, which eases mental tension.
●Guarantee quality sleep
Poor sleep or regular late nights leave mental tiredness unrelieved, resulting in continuous distraction and exhaustion. ____19____. To solve the problem, you need to develop healthy bedtime routines. Avoiding screens before bedtime and sticking to a regular sleep schedule help complete brain recovery.
●Rebuild deep concentration
____20____. You can regain it through practice. Set fixed screen-free reading sessions. Don’t expect long focus at first; when your mind wanders, pause and return. Gradually extend your focus time. With steady practice, your brain will readapt to deep thinking.
A. Stop resting on phones
B. Set a time limit on phone use
C. She offers some science-based strategies to help accordingly
D. Therefore, finish one task entirely before moving on to the next
E. Constant information overload weakens your continuous attention
F. Adjusting sleep habits helps you instantly relieve mental exhaustion
G. Worse still, it will reduce the effects of other mental recovery strategies
【答案】16. C 17. D 18. A 19. G 20. E
【解析】
【导语】文章介绍媒体多任务处理的危害,并给出四项科学方法,帮助人们避免该问题,重建深度专注力。
【16题详解】
由上文“Manoush Zomorodi, the host of TED Radio Hour, calls this media multitasking, which gives your brain too much information to process all at once.(TED Radio Hour主持人马努什·佐莫罗迪将其称为媒体多任务处理,这会让大脑一次性需要处理过多信息。)”可知,上文引出媒体多任务现象,空格处引出下文的解决办法,而C项“She offers some science-based strategies to help accordingly(她相应地提供了一些基于科学的应对方法)”符合此处语境,其中She指代上文Manoush Zomorodi,起到承上启下作用。
【17题详解】
由上文“Human brains cannot truly multitask. They just switch rapidly between activities, which consumes mental energy, lowers efficiency and causes errors.(人类大脑无法真正同时处理多项任务。大脑只是在不同事务间快速切换,这会消耗脑力、降低效率并引发失误。)”可知,上文讲多任务切换的弊端,空格处应给出单任务处理的做法,而D项“Therefore, finish one task entirely before moving on to the next(因此,在开始下一项任务前,先完整完成当前这一项)”符合此处语境,Therefore体现因果逻辑。
【18题详解】
由下文“Looking through news or short videos when tired does not refresh your brain — it adds to tiredness. A real break means stepping away from screens.(疲惫时刷新闻或短视频并不能让大脑恢复精力,反而会加重疲惫。真正的休息意味着远离电子屏幕。)”可知,本段讲述不要依靠手机休息,而A项“Stop resting on phones(不要依靠手机休息)”为本段小标题,概括段落主旨。
【19题详解】
由上文“Poor sleep or regular late nights leave mental tiredness unrelieved, resulting in continuous distraction and exhaustion.(睡眠不足或经常熬夜会让精神疲惫无法缓解,造成持续分心与精力耗尽。)”可知,上文说明睡眠差带来的问题,空格处继续阐述其负面影响,而G项“Worse still, it will reduce the effects of other mental recovery strategies(更糟糕的是,这还会降低其他精神恢复方法的效果)”符合此处语境,it指代上文睡眠不好这件事。
【20题详解】
由下文“You can regain it through practice. Set fixed screen-free reading sessions.(你可以通过练习重新获得它。设定固定的无屏幕阅读时段。)”可知,下文说可以通过练习重新获得专注力,而E项“Constant information overload weakens your continuous attention(持续的信息过载会削弱你的持续专注力)”符合此处语境,下文句子中的it指代E项中的continuous attention。
第三部分 语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I had just moved out of my father’s house, finally breaking free from his control. But I had no stable place to stay, no money, and no job to ____21____ myself. Overnight, I became homeless and had to stay with a family that treated me as a charity. In moments of ____22____, I thought about going back. Wouldn’t that be better than the ____23____ I saw in their eyes?
One of my saviors was Karl, my manager. Working with him, I found his manner cold and ____24____. Yet he was one of the few people to ____25____ a helping hand to me. He saw unusual ____26____ during that time, and when he learned about my situation, he ____27____ me and even gave me money to get by. I felt deep ____28____ for having judged him so unfairly.
One evening, he took me to dinner. I acted as if everything was fine, but eventually I admitted how uncomfortable I felt, living under someone else’s ____29____. “This will change,” he said. Then he looked at me gently but _____30_____, “But you don’t have to pretend with me.” I _____31_____ a little, letting my guard down while not fully admitting defeat.
Later, things began to _____32_____. I found a job and moved out. To repay Karl, I emailed him. His _____33_____ was unexpected: “You owe me nothing. Just pay it forward!”
That day I made a promise to be kind and _____34_____ to anyone in need, just as he had been to me. It was his guidance that led me to make that promise and _____35_____ who I am today.
21. A. challenge B. entertain C. sustain D. arrange
22. A. tension B. weakness C. sympathy D. gratitude
23. A. anger B. doubt C. shame D. pity
24. A. distant B. modest C. boring D. nervous
25. A. accept B. present C. extend D. seek
26. A. tracks B. signs C. promises D. symbols
27. A. turned to B. checked on C. believed in D. called for
28. A. guilt B. relief C. pride D. sorrow
29. A. rule B. pressure C. roof D. protection
30. A. hesitantly B. readily C. bitterly D. firmly
31. A. nodded B. waited C. argued D. panicked
32. A. move on B. take off C. look up D. slow down
33. A. request B. apology C. order D. reply
34. A. generous B. grateful C. faithful D. loyal
35. A. changed B. shaped C. saved D. reminded
【答案】21. C 22. B 23. D 24. A 25. C 26. B 27. B 28. A 29. C 30. D 31. A 32. C 33. D 34. A 35. B
【解析】
【导语】本文讲述作者搬离父亲家后无家可归,寄居在别人家中受尽冷眼,遇到经理Karl给予帮助,Karl不求回报,只希望作者将善意传递下去,这件事影响了作者,让作者立志善待有困难的人,塑造了如今的自己。
【21题详解】
考查动词。句意:但是我没有稳定住处,没有钱,也没有工作来维持生计。A. challenge挑战;B. entertain娱乐;C. sustain维持;D. arrange安排。根据上文“But I had no stable place to stay, no money”可推知,作者没有工作养活、维持自己的生活,sustain oneself 维持生计。
【22题详解】
考查名词。句意:在脆弱无助的时刻,我想过回去。A. tension紧张;B. weakness软弱,脆弱;C. sympathy同情;D. gratitude感激。根据上文“Overnight, I became homeless and had to stay with a family that treated me as a charity.”可推知,作者无家可归,在脆弱无助的时候萌生回家的想法。
【23题详解】
考查名词。句意:难道那不比我在他们眼中看到的怜悯要好吗?A. anger愤怒;B. doubt怀疑;C. shame羞愧;D. pity怜悯,同情。根据上文“had to stay with a family that treated me as a charity”可推知,那户人家把作者当作慈善帮扶对象,眼神里带着怜悯。
【24题详解】
考查形容词。句意:和他共事,我发现他举止冷淡且疏远。A. distant疏远的;B. modest谦虚的;C. boring无聊的;D. nervous紧张的。根据上文“Working with him, I found his manner cold”可推知,and连接并列形容词,和cold(冷淡的)含义相近,distant表示态度冷淡疏远。
【25题详解】
考查动词。句意:然而,他是少数向我伸出援手的人之一。A. accept接受;B. present呈现;C. extend伸出;D. seek寻找。根据前文描述的作者的困境和后文“a helping hand to me”可推知,此处考查固定搭配extend a helping hand 伸出援手。卡尔向作者伸出了援助之手。
【26题详解】
考查名词。句意:那段时间,他看到了异样的迹象,当了解我的处境后,他查看我的情况,甚至拿钱帮我渡过难关。A. tracks踪迹;B. signs迹象;C. promises承诺;D. symbols象征。根据后文“and when he learned about my situation”可推知,Karl观察到作者身上反常的迹象,进而了解到作者困境。
【27题详解】
考查动词短语。句意同上。A. turned to求助于;B. checked on检查,查看;C. believed in信任;D. called for需要。根据后文“and even gave me money to get by”可推知,Karl查看了作者的状况并提供了资金帮助。
【28题详解】
考查名词。句意:我深深愧疚,因为我曾非常不公地评判他。A. guilt愧疚;B. relief宽慰;C. pride骄傲;D. sorrow悲伤。根据前文“Working with him, I found his manner cold”可推知,作者之前觉得Karl冷漠疏远,发现他好心帮助自己,内心感到愧疚。
【29题详解】
考查名词。句意:我装作似乎一切安好,但最终承认寄人篱下有多难受。A. rule规则;B. pressure压力;C. roof屋顶;D. protection保护。根据前文“Overnight, I became homeless and had to stay with a family that treated me as a charity.”可推知,此处考查固定搭配live under someone’s roof 寄人篱下,此处讲述作者承认了自己的感受,寄人篱下让作者感到非常不舒适。
【30题详解】
考查副词。句意:然后他温柔但坚定地看着我说:“但在我面前你不必伪装。”A. hesitantly犹豫地;B. readily乐意地;C. bitterly痛苦地;D. firmly坚定地。根据下文“But you don’t have to pretend with me.”可推知,but表转折,gentle温柔,对应firmly坚定。
【31题详解】
考查动词。句意:我轻轻点了点头,放下防备,但没有完全认输。A. nodded点头;B. waited等待;C. argued争辩;D. panicked恐慌。根据下文“letting my guard down while not fully admitting defeat”可推知,听完Karl的话,作者放下戒备,微微点头。
【32题详解】
考查动词短语。句意:后来,情况开始好转。A. move on继续前进;B. take off起飞;C. look up(情况)好转;D. slow down减速。根据下文“I found a job and moved out.”可推知,作者找到了工作、搬离寄居家庭,说明境况好转。
【33题详解】
考查名词。句意:他的回复出乎我的意料:“你不欠我任何东西。把善意传递下去就好!”A. request请求;B. apology道歉;C. order命令;D. reply回复。根据前文“To repay Karl, I emailed him.”可推知,作者给Karl发了邮件,Karl的回复让人意外。
【34题详解】
考查形容词。句意:那天我许下承诺,要像他对待我一样,友善且慷慨地对待所有有需要的人。A. generous慷慨的;B. grateful感激的;C. faithful忠实的;D. loyal忠诚的。根据上文“even gave me money to get by”和下文“just as he had been to me”可推知,Karl借钱帮助作者,十分慷慨,and并列kind,选generous。
【35题详解】
考查动词。句意:正是他的指引让我许下诺言,塑造了今天的我。A. changed改变;B. shaped塑造;C. saved拯救;D. reminded提醒。根据前文“It was his guidance that led me to make that promise”可推知,Karl的指引塑造了现在的作者。
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。
Blind boxes have taken the world by storm, catching the imaginations of collectors and new buyers alike. These mystery boxes, containing ____36____ (hide) items revealed only after purchase, offer a mix of surprise and exclusivity (独家性). From toys to high-end collectibles, ____37____ blind box trend attracts anyone seeking excitement or wanting to add something unique to their collection.
The appeal lies in the excitement of not knowing ____38____ is inside, combined with the desire to complete a set or find rare items. This concept of discovery keeps collectors ____39____ (come) back for more and has helped transform the blind box industry into a multibillion-dollar market.
For those new ___40___ the blind box world, starting a collection can be a rewarding experience. Begin by selecting a brand or theme that matches your interests. Many collectors recommend focusing on a specific series, which makes the collection more personal ____41____ helps prevent unnecessary purchases. Engaging with the community can also enhance your collecting journey. There are countless social media groups where collectors share tips and discuss new ____42____ (release). Connecting with other collectors ____43____ (allow) you to trade the same items, find rare pieces, and share in the excitement of each new ____44____ (add) to your collection.
Whether you’re an experienced collector or a newcomer, the world of blind boxes offers ___45___ (end) possibilities, turning every unboxing into an adventure.
【答案】36. hidden
37. the 38. what
39. coming 40. to
41. and 42. releases
43. allows 44. addition
45. endless
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章介绍了盲盒趋势吸引了任何寻求刺激或想要为他们的收藏增添独特东西的人。
【36题详解】
考查形容词。句意:这些神秘的盒子,包含隐藏的物品,只有在购买后才会显示,提供惊喜和排他性的混合。空处修饰名词items,应填形容词hidden作定语,故填hidden。
【37题详解】
考查冠词。句意:从玩具到高端收藏品,盲盒趋势吸引了任何寻求刺激或想要为他们的收藏增添独特东西的人。结合“blind box”可知,trend表示特指,应用定冠词the修饰,故填the。
【38题详解】
考查宾语从句。句意:这种游戏的吸引力在于玩家不知道里面有什么,同时也希望完成一套道具或找到稀有道具。空处引导宾语从句,引导词在从句中作主语,指物,应用连接代词what引导,故填what。
【39题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:这种发现的概念让收藏家们不断回访,并帮助盲盒行业变成了一个价值数十亿美元的市场。此处是“keep+宾语+宾补”结构,come和宾语collectors之间是逻辑主动关系,应用现在分词作宾补,故填coming。
【40题详解】
考查介词。句意:对于那些刚进入盲盒世界的人来说,开始收藏可能是一种有益的体验。new to sth“刚刚接触某物”,固定搭配,to是介词,故填to。
【41题详解】
考查连词。句意:许多收藏家建议专注于一个特定的系列,这使收藏更加个性化,并有助于防止不必要的购买。makes the collection more personal和helps prevent unnecessary purchases是并列的动词短语,用并列连词and连接,故填and。
【42题详解】
考查名词复数。句意:收藏者在无数的社交媒体群中分享心得,讨论新发行的作品。release“新发行的东西”在句中用作可数名词,此处应用名词复数表示泛指,故填releases。
【43题详解】
考查时态和主谓一致。句意:与其他收藏家联系可以让你交易相同的物品,找到罕见的作品,并分享每一个新增加到你的收藏的兴奋。结合上下文时态和句意可知,此处描述事实,使用一般现在时,主语Connecting with other collectors是动名词短语,表示单数意义,谓语动词使用三单形式,故填allows。
【44题详解】
考查名词。句意:同上。空处作of的宾语,前面有形容词修饰,应填名词addition,故填addition。
【45题详解】
考查形容词。句意:无论你是一个有经验的收藏家还是一个新手,盲盒的世界提供了无限的可能性,把每一次打开盒子都变成了一次冒险。空处修饰名词possibilities,应填形容词作定语,endless“无限的”,形容词,故填endless。
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 你校英文报“Voice”栏目正在征稿,请同学们对有效学习所需的自律(Self-discipline)、好奇心(Curiosity)、反思(Reflection)这三个要素按重要性进行排序,并阐述理由。
注意:
(1)写作词数应为100左右。
(2)请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
My Priorities for Effective Learning
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【答案】例文
Effective learning requires several qualities. Personally, I would rank self-discipline first, curiosity second, and reflection third.
Self-discipline, which forms the foundation of effective learning, ranks first because without consistent action, curiosity and reflection cannot produce real progress. With a clear plan, students can keep learning despite difficulties and distractions. Curiosity comes second, inspiring us to ask questions and explore further, but interest alone may fade unless supported by discipline. Reflection ranks third not because it is unimportant, but because it usually works after learning has taken place. By reviewing mistakes and adjusting strategies, learners can improve efficiency; however, there would be little to reflect on without earlier effort and exploration.
In conclusion, self-discipline turns plans into action, curiosity broadens learning, and reflection guides future learning. Therefore, this order best represents their importance, although all three are necessary for effective learning.
【解析】
【导语】题目要求考生写一篇文章,对有效学习所需的自律(Self-discipline)、好奇心(Curiosity)、反思(Reflection)这三个要素按重要性进行排序,并阐述理由。
【详解】1.词汇积累
探索:explore→probe
提高:improve→enhance
把……转变成……:turn…into…→transform…into…
重要性:importance→significance
2.句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句:With a clear plan, students can keep learning despite difficulties and distractions.
拓展句:With a clear plan, students can keep learning although there are difficulties and distractions.
【点睛】[高分句型1]
Self-discipline, which forms the foundation of effective learning, ranks first because without consistent action, curiosity and reflection cannot produce real progress.(运用了which引导非限制性定语从句)
[高分句型2]
Therefore, this order best represents their importance, although all three are necessary for effective learning.(运用了although引导让步状语从句)
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。
“You’re all that I need…” A soft, melodic tune drifted from the bathroom, mixed with the sound of running water. Arav and Anaya, who were busy building blocks in the living room, froze for a second. They exchanged a puzzled look, then burst out laughing and started wiggling to the rhythm.
“Is Papa really singing that modern song?” asked seven-year-old Anaya, her big eyes wide with disbelief.
“Looks like our dad has finally upgraded his playlist!” grinned ten-year-old Arav.
This was a home where laughter never ran out. Arav was a curious boy — sometimes responsible like a little adult, sometimes mischievous (淘气的) enough to drive his mother crazy. Anaya, sweet as candy, was always bubbling with wild ideas. Sunlight poured through the floor-to-ceiling windows and family photos on the wall seemed to smile along.
As Papa came out, Anaya dashed over like a tiny rocket and hugged his leg. “Papa, you should have been a professional singer!” she declared.
Papa bent down, pinched her cheek, and gave a shy, gentle smile.
Just then, Mummy walked in from the kitchen with a plate of fruit. “Well, your father wasn’t just any singer — he was the star vocalist of the college band! Every campus festival ended with his solo performance,” she said, her eyes sparkling.
“Wow!” Arav’s eyes lit up. “Then you should join the community singing competition next month. You’d win for sure!”
Papa waved his hand, his tone light but with a faint trace of gloom. “Oh, son, that’s ancient history. Now it’s time for work.” He chuckled and got dressed.
Once Papa left for the office, the two children immediately surrounded Mummy, begging for more stories. Mummy told them how Papa once formed a band, wrote love songs, and even dreamed of a music career — but gradually set aside his microphone to support the family. Arav and Anaya listened, fascinated. A secret plan began to grow in their little hearts.
That night, tucked under their blankets, they whispered excitedly. “We have to make Papa sing again!” Arav said.
“But how?” Anaya asked.
注意:
1.续写词数应为150左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
A few minutes later, Anaya sat upright suddenly, “I’ve got it!”
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Finally, the day of the community singing competition came.
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【答案】One possible version:
A few minutes later, Anaya sat upright suddenly, “I’ve got it!” Eyes sparkling with mischief, Anaya said, “We can pretend the competition is ours and ask him to help us practise!” Exchanging a glance, the two sprang out of bed, sprinted downstairs and announced, “We’ve signed up for the contest and need your help, Papa!” The next few days witnessed Papa enthusiastically instructing the kids to control pitch and hit notes, even belting out old classics. The kids pretended to struggle, yet secretly winked at Mummy every time Papa’s voice filled the room.
Finally, the day of the community singing competition came. Not until they stood backstage did Papa hear his name called. The familiar melody hanging in the air, Papa hesitated before being shoved onto the stage. Then came his singing, voice so warm and clear that it moved everyone. As the children provided backing vocals, the outfits Mummy had made sparkled on the stage. Thunderous applause rippled the moment the last note fell. Surrounded by applause and love, Papa realized he had never really stopped being a vocalist — he had just been waiting for the right audience.
【解析】
【导语】本文以Arav和Anaya帮助父亲重拾歌唱梦想为线索展开,讲述了两个孩子偶然发现父亲在浴室唱歌,从母亲口中得知父亲曾是大学乐队的主唱明星,但为了养家逐渐放下了麦克风;兄妹俩决心让父亲重新唱歌,在夜晚被窝里兴奋地密谋计划的故事。
【详解】1.段落续写:
①由第一段首句内容可知,本段可以写Anaya想出假装报名比赛请父亲帮忙练习的计策,兄妹俩付诸行动,父亲热情指导,孩子们暗中配合。
②由第二段首句内容可知,本段可以写比赛当天父亲被推上台演唱,感动全场,最终领悟自己从未停止歌唱,只是等待合适的观众。
2.续写线索:发现父亲唱歌——得知往事——密谋计划——Anaya想出主意——假装练习——比赛当天——推父上台——感动全场——重拾梦想
3.词汇激活
行为类:
①假装:pretend/feign/simulate
②跳起:spring/jump/leap
③冲:sprint/dash/rush
情绪类:
①热情地:enthusiastically/passionately/zealously
②温暖的:warm/cozy/tender/affectionate
【点睛】【高分句型1】Eyes sparkling with mischief, Anaya said, “We can pretend the competition is ours and ask him to help us practise!”(运用了独立主格结构Eyes sparkling with mischief作状语)
【高分句型2】Not until they stood backstage did Papa hear his name called.(运用了Not until开头的倒装结构、时间状语从句)
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