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厦门市同安实验中学高三年第二次月考英语试卷
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段录音。每段录音后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段录音后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段录音播放两遍。
1.In which way are the speakers moving in the forest today?
A.Running. B.Walking. C.Cycling.
2.What do the speakers disagree about?
A.The best way to study. B.The focus of online learning. C.The value of casual video watching.
3.How is the woman probably feeling now?
A.Grateful. B.Disappointed. C.Focused.
4.What will the speakers do?
A.Quit the game. B.Talk to the judge. C.Play hard in the remaining time.
5.What is the man’s advice for the woman?
A.Balance work and rest. B.Cut down writing time. C.Get inspiration from other novels.
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,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音读两遍。
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。
6.What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A.Aging society challenges. B.Technology in elder care. C.Community living benefits.
7.Which kind of task is best for robots according to Nick?
A.Daily self-care tasks. B.Patient-lifting support. C.Emotional comfort.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。
8.What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A.Neighbors. B.Teacher and student. C.Mother and son.
9.What was Mrs. Wilson trying to do?
A.Watch television. B.Get to sleep. C.Grade the paper.
10.What does Richard promise to do?
A.Turn his music down. B.Listen to his music privately. C.Switch off his music after 7:00 p.m.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。
11.What probably happened to Melissa?
A.She had a road accident. B.She suffered a sports injury. C.She felt sick in the heat and fell.
12.What does the woman think of Jake?
A.He’s quick-thinking. B.He becomes anxious easily. C.He reacts badly to surprises.
13.Where are the speakers probably?
A.At a bus station. B.At a café. C.At a hospital.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。
14.What is the man probably dressed as?
A.A train. B.A dinosaur. C.A car.
15.When did the man run for Cancer Research?
A.One year ago. B.Three years ago. C.Four years ago.
16.What does the man say about charity running?
A.It helps him run faster. B.It makes him feel proud. C.It supports him in hard times.
17.Who might the woman raise money for later?
A.Old people. B.Sick babies. C.Wild animals.
听下面一段独白,回答以下小题。
18.What was special about the creature according to the speaker?
A.Its bright colors. B.Its ability to shine. C.Its unusual shape.
19.How does the creature hunt for food?
A.By changing its skin color.
B.By attracting targets with its light.
C.By using other creatures’ harmful arms.
20.What does the speaker like best about the creature?
A.Its high intelligence. B.Its thoughtful care for eggs. C.Its surprising size difference.
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)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Georgia Aquarium is a non-profit scientific organization with over 11 million gallons of water. It aims to entertain and educate visitors through high-standard exhibits and programs, ultimately saving animal species and creating a balanced environment. As a research leader, it studies sea animals in human care and natural habitats to advance scientific knowledge and apply discoveries to conservation. Visitors can enjoy hands-on activities, close-up animal experiences, and educational programs designed to develop a deeper appreciation for our ocean and the animals that call it home.
Galleries
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Learn more about the different types of corals, why corals are vital to the ocean, and how we care for them through face-to-face sessions with our aquarium specialists.
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THEATER SEATS:1,800+
Dolphins are social animals that live in small groups. Through the underwater viewing tunnel, watch playful dolphins and interact with dolphin keepers.
Presentation time:3:00 p.m./ 6:00 p.m.
Sea Lion Studio — Encounter Sea Lions
THEATER SEATS:500+
Trainers will interact with these incredible creatures while educating guests on the dangers the sea animals face in their natural environment, as well as key environmental factors that impact them. To attend the Dolphin or Sea Lion Presentation, please reserve online. First come, first served. Space is limited.
Presentation time:9:00 a.m./10:30 a.m.
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1. What is the purpose of Georgia Aquarium?
A. To raise awareness for sea plants. B. To take care of natural habitats.
C. To collect funds for animal research. D. To protect undersea biodiversity.
2. What do the three galleries have in common?
A. They provide glass channels for viewing.
B. They offer scheduled presentations online.
C. They allow visitors to engage with professionals.
D. They highlight environmental threats to sea animals.
3. A couple who make reservation and arrive at 4:00 p.m. on Monday should pay ______.
A. $78 B. $98 C. $118 D. $138
B
One day, I was walking across campus when I spotted one of my students sitting on a bench, her face turned toward the sun, her eyes closed. I went over and asked if 1 could sit with her. When I asked how she was doing, she explained that her phone had “crashed”, and she was bored.
The moment reminded me how deeply we’re shaped by the digital world. Our devices, including computers, smartphones and the never-ending flow of online content, keep feeding us fresh updates, training us to expect continued stimulation. We’ve become trapped in a cycle of response, as if any pause were a problem to be solved.
My thoughts wandered back to my childhood—those afternoons spent staring out the window, doing nothing in particular. What felt like aimless boredom was actually a retooling period when my mind needed to reset before it could rediscover joy and invention. Before I knew it, I was building models, climbing trees, or playing instruments.
“What are your personal interests?” I asked my student. Her eyes lit up as she showed me her amazing artwork. “Have you ever felt bored while drawing?” I asked. “Never, ” she said, though ideas didn’t always come easily. “Does that annoy you?” “No,” she responded, “because I know that something will eventually pop into my head. When it does, it’s a real rush of satisfaction.”
That was it. That was exactly it. She needed to walk in the desert before arriving at the oasis (绿洲). She needed to experience a complete lack of inspiration before it struck her. This must have been what Ralph Waldo Emerson meant when he wrote, “Guard well your spare moments. They are like uncut diamonds...Improve them and they will become the brightest gems (宝石) in a useful life.”
As I left, I told her the truth:“I envy you”—not for her dead device, but for the creative space it had opened.
4. What is the author’s main concern over digital devices?
A. They cause unease during quiet pauses.
B. They require frequent software updates.
C. They often stop working without warning.
D. They may replace face-to-face interaction.
5. What role did boredom play in the author’s childhood?
A. It taught him to be patient. B. It gave him time to recharge.
C. It developed his rich imagination. D. It helped him avoid digital distraction.
6. What can we learn from the student’s response?
A. True artists never feel bored. B. Drawing requires special training.
C. Inspiration comes after waiting. D. Satisfaction begins when desire ends.
7. What advice is the author implying by saying“I envy you”?
A. Use phone less. B. Hold tight to youth.
C. Search for more treasure. D. Spare time for creativity.
C
Mushrooms have been used by ancient humans for thousands of years, but archaeologists have only just uncovered their significant role in shaping civilisation.
Seventy-five years ago, in a wetland in Yorkshire, UK, archaeologists found the perfectly preserved remains of dozens of 11,000-year-old mushrooms. Carefully cut and intentionally burned, it is thought that they were used by hunter-gatherers as tinder on their travels, enabling them to stay warm and cook food while on the move.
The discovery was so unlikely because fungi (菌类) are composed mostly of water, meaning they rapidly rot and disappear, and so are almost totally absent from the fossil record. As such, the unexpected ways that mushrooms helped our ancient ancestors survive have long remained secret, seemingly lost to time. But in the past few years, new tools have finally allowed us to identify fungal DNA and micro-residues in the mouths, utensils and clothing of prehistoric humans.
Until a decade ago, prehistoric diets were thought to consist only of meat and plants, excluding mushrooms. Yet rooted views about ancient daily choices are quietly shifting. In 2017, Weyrich’s team analysed the DNA in Palaeolithic dental plaque. They revealed that a group of Neanderthals in what is now Belgium supplemented their meaty meals with grey shag mushrooms, while those from a cave in northern Spain dined on split gill mushrooms. One member of the Spanish group, who lived around 48, 000 years ago, even chewed on grasses with penicillin fungi, and may have deliberately sought out this antibiotic fungus to reduce dental pain.
These breakthroughs are highlighting how a hidden fungal kingdom fed, healed and warmed our Stone Age ancestors, with recent discoveries even illustrating how fungi helped hold early farming communities together, paving the way for the civilization we live in today. “By revealing the invisible evidence in the archaeological record, we now see how fungal connections helped the earliest Neolithic communities to develop an understanding of their land and their society,” says Li Liu at Stanford University in California.
8. What does the underlined word tinder probably mean in paragraph 2?
A. Travel food. B. Fire starter. C. Ancient medicine. D. Cutting tool.
9. Why was little known about ancient mushroom use?
A. Ancient people hid the evidence. B. Early humans rarely used fungi.
C. Fungi decay too fast for preservation. D. Modern technology was once limited.
10. What can we infer about the Spanish Neanderthal?
A. He was a skilled hunter-gatherer.
B. He struggled with a food shortage.
C. He preferred eating mushrooms to meat.
D. He possessed some basic medical knowledge.
11. What is the text mainly about?
A. Evolutionary history of ancient fungi.
B. Changing diets of prehistoric humans.
C. Fungi’s vital role in human civilization.
D. New tools used in modern archaeology.
D
When measuring the impacts of climate change, we typically focus on visible signs: rising temperatures, hurricane winds, or flood extents. However, the silent yet significant effects of climate change on the human brain are only now starting to be understood.
Extreme heat has been tied to worsening symptoms (症状) and increased hospitalizations across a range of nervous system and mental conditions. The same pollutants that scar the lungs may cross into brain tissue, speeding the machinery of aging or increasing the risk of diseases like dementia (痴呆症). Children are particularly vulnerable (易受伤害的) because their brains are still developing. Even being exposed to a traumatic (创伤性的) climate event before birth can change the structure of developing brains, resulting in a higher risk of behavioral disorders later in life.
Unfortunately, these damaging effects remain largely invisible. The suffering is real, but the causes are often unknown. A teenager unable to concentrate during a heat wave in an apartment without air conditioning; a grandfather whose dementia worsens during a power failure: These are not just projections; they are happening all around us.
This brings us to the concept of “neuroclimate vulnerability” — the risk of the human brain to the side effects of climate change. This risk is shaped by age, existing medical conditions, and socioeconomic factors that determine whether a person can cool down or breathe clean air. For those facing multiple risk factors, the danger multiplies greatly.
The greatest challenge in addressing this issue is time. While some consequences emerge quickly as changes in mood or sleep, others, such as Parkinson’s disease (帕金森病), may begin decades before symptoms appear. This makes it extraordinarily difficult to connect today’s environmental exposures with tomorrow’s disease. Worse still, the communities most exposed to this risk are often absent from the clinical studies on which future policies will be built.
This invisibility is not unavoidable. Once the harm is named, it can be measured, and if measured, it can be reduced. To achieve this, scientists from various fields have formed the International Neuro Climate Working Group (INCWG). Their goal is to develop practical tools, such as the Brain Vulnerability and Resilience (复原力) Index, to identify those at greatest risk and guide investments. Climate change is already reshaping our brains. The question is whether we will act now to build resilience and change the future for future generations.
12. How does the author develop paragraph 2?
A. By presenting findings. B. By giving definitions.
C. By making comparisons. D. By quoting comments.
13. What does the underlined word “projections” in paragraph 3 probably mean?
A. Records. B. Facts. C. Predictions. D. Sufferings.
14. What is the main idea of paragraph 5?
A. The factors behind future policies.
B. The reasons for quick mood changes.
C. The features of slow-developing diseases.
D. The difficulties of environmental-risk research.
15. What does the INCWG aim to do?
A. Study mood changes. B. Promote climate awareness.
C. Collect related brain data. D. Create risk-evaluating tools.
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。其中有两项为多余选项。
Bridge the Inner Gap to Keep Mental Health
In daily life, many people suffer from an invisible inner gap (隔阂). It is the emotional distance between ourselves and the outside world, and even between our true heart and daily behavior. This hidden gap often leads to anxiety, loneliness and negative emotions, affecting our physical and mental health. The following practical methods can help us eliminate (消除) inner barriers (障碍) and maintain a positive state.
____16____
Most inner gaps come from avoidance. When we encounter setbacks (挫折) or misunderstandings, we tend to close our hearts instead of facing them bravely. We hide our true feelings, refuse to communicate and gradually build a wall inside ourselves. Facing emotions directly is the first step to bridge the inner gap. Accept your negative feelings frankly (坦率地) instead of escaping from them. Only when we dare to face inner confusion can we resolve it.
Learn to communicate sincerely.
Communication is the most effective tool to break inner barriers. Many people feel isolated (孤立的) just because they are afraid of expressing their true thoughts. They worry about being judged or misunderstood, so they choose silence. ____17____ Open and sincere communication allows others to understand you, and also helps you get rid of inner helplessness, narrowing the emotional distance between you and others.
Stay connected with yourself.
Many people ignore self-connection while focusing on interpersonal relationships. They follow others’ opinions blindly and cater to (迎合) the outside world, gradually losing their true selves. ____18____ We can set aside quiet time every day to reflect on our thoughts, feelings and needs. This self-dialogue helps eliminate the gap between behavior and inner thoughts.
Keep active daily exercise.
Physical state greatly influences mental condition. Long-term inactivity will make people sluggish (呆滞的) and easy to fall into negative thinking. Proper exercise can release pressure and relax tense emotions. ____19____ It helps us rebuild positive energy and keep our minds open and inclusive.
Embrace imperfection bravely.
The pursuit of absolute perfection is another major cause of inner gaps. We are too strict with ourselves, blame ourselves for small mistakes, and cannot accept our own flaws. This creates a gap between our real selves and ideal selves. ____20____ When we learn to tolerate imperfection, most inner emotional barriers will disappear naturally.
A. Stop escaping from inner emotions.
B. Avoid excessive communication with strangers.
C. However, silence always deepens inner loneliness.
D. Regular physical activity calms our anxious minds.
E. Self-connection is the key to maintaining mental balance.
F. Everyone has shortcomings, and imperfection is the normal state of life.
G. It is unnecessary to care about others’ comments and views.
第三部分 语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
Years ago, we settled in a new community while expecting our second son, Ryder. Shortly after his arrival, Ryder ____21____ a severe reaction to the MMR vaccine (疫苗) — a high fever that left him hospitalized for days. He gradually lost his speech and was eventually ____22____ as having mild autism (自闭症) .
Raising a special-needs child was incredibly ____23____, with new worries arising every day. We were particularly concerned about him making friends, since kids often stared or pointed at him. Our elder son Sidd always stepped forward to ____24____ his younger brother. For a while, Sidd’s friend George ignored Ryder, rushing past Ryder to play with Sidd only. Once, he even said something ____25____ to Ryder, imitating how Ryder waved his hands when excited. It led Sidd to ____26____ himself from George.
Before long, George ____27____ again. He brought an unopened Star Wars toy for Ryder on his dad’s advice. This warm ____28____ bridged the gap between them. George genuinely attempted to ____29____ the limited speech of Ryder, waiting patiently as he struggled to speak. He also began ____30____ with Ryder at the neighborhood pool and asked us for help whenever Ryder’s words confused him. Gradually, their ____31____ grew closer and stronger.
His constant ____32____ for Ryder never went unnoticed. It dawned on us that George had become a loyal ____33____ and a cherished friend. The kindness and friendship we’ve found in the community are ____34____. Sometimes beautiful things take time to ____35____ — they need patience and care to flower.
21. A. avoided B. suffered C. detailed D. developed
22. A. treated B. classified C. described D. identified
23. A. depressing B. rewarding C. tough D. embarrassing
24. A. admire B. defend C. comfort D. accompany
25. A. critical B. rude C. amusing D. odd
26. A. distinguish B. liberate C. protect D. distance
27. A. called back B. broke in C. reached out D. backed down
28. A. memory B. plan C. gesture D. symbol
29. A. grasp B. practise C. predict D. organize
30. A. engaging B. checking C. consulting D. arguing
31. A. affection B. trust C. bond D. faith
32. A. concern B. devotion C. respect D. praise
33. A. guide B. assistant C. sponsor D. supporter
34. A. precious B. exceptional C. rare D. limitless
35. A. keep B. grow C. understand D. change
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个适当的词或括号内单词的正确形式。
As public interest in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) continues to grow, ____36____ (variety) of TCM-themed summer activities have seen a surge in popularity across China.
Many cities have launched creative TCM-themed night markets. A group of women gathered around a table, carefully kneading (揉捏) herbal powders into aromatic beads (香珠), ____37____ would be strung into “wellness bracelets (健康手链)” highly popular with young people. More eye-catching here ____38____ (be) the intelligent robot. A customer placed her wrist on the machine’s sensor. Within moments, an electronic report ____39____ (analyze) her pulse was generated. Based on the results, the staff recommended the day’s specialty herbal tea.
Beyond the night markets, traditional treatments like Sanfutie are also in full swing since Sanfu, the “dog days” of summer, ____40____ (official) began on July 20. Visitors lined up from dusk ____41____ midnight for free health consultations, blood pressure and glucose (葡萄糖) tests, and pulse diagnoses. Wellness treatments like cupping and Gua Sha therapies are so popular that they cannot keep up with demand.
This fresh image of TCM has gone viral among many young Chinese, ____42____ (drive) by its transformation from the “bitter pill” stereotype into a trendy lifestyle. “In ancient times, TCM was a lifestyle integrated into daily life. ____43____ we’re doing now is simply making it more practical and relevant to the real needs of young people,” Zhou Jianguo said. People usually seek medical help only after symptoms appear, ____44____ TCM night markets could shift that mindset — encouraging earlier engagement with health and wellness. With proper ____45____ (explain) of TCM culture, these markets continue to inject new energy into community healthcare.
第四部分 写作(共两节;满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华,你校引入了人工智能作业批改的服务,并将其在全校范围内应用。请你写一篇短文表达你对这一服务的综合看法,内容包括:(1)你的看法;(2)说明理由。
参考词汇:Artificial Intelligence Assignment Grading 人工智能作业批改
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。
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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。
Every Thursday afternoon, our school library opened an hour earlier for students who wanted a quiet place to study. It was peaceful there, filled with the smell of old books and sunlight falling through tall windows.
Mrs. Harper, the librarian, knew me well. She was a small woman with silver hair and gentle eyes. Every Thursday, she placed a cup of warm lemon tea on the corner of her desk. “For long study hours,” she would say with a smile. I never forgot the kindness.
One rainy afternoon, I arrived earlier than usual and noticed Mrs. Harper struggling to push a heavy cart (手推车) of returned books across the carpet. I hurried over to help. As we worked together, I noticed that she stopped several times to press a hand against her side. She looked pale. “Are you okay?” I asked. “Just tired,” she answered softly. “Getting older is inconvenient sometimes.”
After that day, I began helping her every Thursday. She always thanked me with the same warm smile and a cup of lemon tea.
One Thursday near the end of the term, I entered the library and found it unusually dark and quiet. The front desk was empty. No tea. No Mrs. Harper. Then I spotted the book cart standing alone near the history shelves. On top of it lay her glasses and a small notebook.
I picked up the notebook carefully. Inside was a handwritten list titled “Things to Finish Before Summer.” Most items had already been crossed out. Only one line remained: “Repair the Reading Corner before students return.” I looked toward the old reading corner by the windows. One chair had a broken leg, the paint on the shelf was chipping, and several cushions (垫子) were torn open. Mrs. Harper had always wanted students to enjoy that little space.
Just then, the principal walked into the library. “She was taken to hospital this morning,” he said quietly. I looked again at the unfinished list in my hands. Outside, rain tapped softly against the windows, making the whole library feel lonelier than before.
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。
That evening, I sent a message to our class group chat.
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The following Thursday, the library doors finally opened again.
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厦门市同安实验中学高三年第二次月考英语试卷
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
听下面5段录音。每段录音后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段录音后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段录音播放两遍。
1.In which way are the speakers moving in the forest today?
A.Running. B.Walking. C.Cycling.
2.What do the speakers disagree about?
A.The best way to study. B.The focus of online learning. C.The value of casual video watching.
3.How is the woman probably feeling now?
A.Grateful. B.Disappointed. C.Focused.
4.What will the speakers do?
A.Quit the game. B.Talk to the judge. C.Play hard in the remaining time.
5.What is the man’s advice for the woman?
A.Balance work and rest. B.Cut down writing time. C.Get inspiration from other novels.
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,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音读两遍。
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。
6.What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A.Aging society challenges. B.Technology in elder care. C.Community living benefits.
7.Which kind of task is best for robots according to Nick?
A.Daily self-care tasks. B.Patient-lifting support. C.Emotional comfort.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。
8.What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A.Neighbors. B.Teacher and student. C.Mother and son.
9.What was Mrs. Wilson trying to do?
A.Watch television. B.Get to sleep. C.Grade the paper.
10.What does Richard promise to do?
A.Turn his music down. B.Listen to his music privately. C.Switch off his music after 7:00 p.m.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。
11.What probably happened to Melissa?
A.She had a road accident. B.She suffered a sports injury. C.She felt sick in the heat and fell.
12.What does the woman think of Jake?
A.He’s quick-thinking. B.He becomes anxious easily. C.He reacts badly to surprises.
13.Where are the speakers probably?
A.At a bus station. B.At a café. C.At a hospital.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。
14.What is the man probably dressed as?
A.A train. B.A dinosaur. C.A car.
15.When did the man run for Cancer Research?
A.One year ago. B.Three years ago. C.Four years ago.
16.What does the man say about charity running?
A.It helps him run faster. B.It makes him feel proud. C.It supports him in hard times.
17.Who might the woman raise money for later?
A.Old people. B.Sick babies. C.Wild animals.
听下面一段独白,回答以下小题。
18.What was special about the creature according to the speaker?
A.Its bright colors. B.Its ability to shine. C.Its unusual shape.
19.How does the creature hunt for food?
A.By changing its skin color.
B.By attracting targets with its light.
C.By using other creatures’ harmful arms.
20.What does the speaker like best about the creature?
A.Its high intelligence. B.Its thoughtful care for eggs. C.Its surprising size difference.
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)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Georgia Aquarium is a non-profit scientific organization with over 11 million gallons of water. It aims to entertain and educate visitors through high-standard exhibits and programs, ultimately saving animal species and creating a balanced environment. As a research leader, it studies sea animals in human care and natural habitats to advance scientific knowledge and apply discoveries to conservation. Visitors can enjoy hands-on activities, close-up animal experiences, and educational programs designed to develop a deeper appreciation for our ocean and the animals that call it home.
Galleries
Coral Diver — Experience over 200 species of the Indo-Pacific Corals
Learn more about the different types of corals, why corals are vital to the ocean, and how we care for them through face-to-face sessions with our aquarium specialists.
Dolphin Coast — Dive into the World of Dolphins
THEATER SEATS:1,800+
Dolphins are social animals that live in small groups. Through the underwater viewing tunnel, watch playful dolphins and interact with dolphin keepers.
Presentation time:3:00 p.m./ 6:00 p.m.
Sea Lion Studio — Encounter Sea Lions
THEATER SEATS:500+
Trainers will interact with these incredible creatures while educating guests on the dangers the sea animals face in their natural environment, as well as key environmental factors that impact them. To attend the Dolphin or Sea Lion Presentation, please reserve online. First come, first served. Space is limited.
Presentation time:9:00 a.m./10:30 a.m.
One-Day Ticket
Reserve & Save General Admission — Off-peak times
$49
Reserve & Save General Admission — Weekends & Holidays
$59
Anytime General Admission — Walk-in
$79
Book off-peak & save
Save on tickets when you book off-peak times like weekdays. An additional $10 discount applies to every ticket for entry after 3:30 p.m.
1. What is the purpose of Georgia Aquarium?
A. To raise awareness for sea plants. B. To take care of natural habitats.
C. To collect funds for animal research. D. To protect undersea biodiversity.
2. What do the three galleries have in common?
A. They provide glass channels for viewing.
B. They offer scheduled presentations online.
C. They allow visitors to engage with professionals.
D. They highlight environmental threats to sea animals.
3. A couple who make reservation and arrive at 4:00 p.m. on Monday should pay ______.
A. $78 B. $98 C. $118 D. $138
【答案】1. D 2. C 3. A
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了乔治亚水族馆的一些情况。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段“It aims to entertain and educate visitors through high-standard exhibits and programs, ultimately saving animal species and creating a balanced environment. As a research leader, it studies sea animals in human care and natural habitats to advance scientific knowledge and apply discoveries to conservation. Visitors can enjoy hands-on activities, close-up animal experiences, and educational programs designed to develop a deeper appreciation for our ocean and the animals that call it home.(其目标是通过高标准的展品和活动来为游客带来娱乐和教育体验,最终拯救动物物种并创造一个平衡的生态环境。作为研究的引领者,它研究在人工照料和自然栖息地中的海洋动物,以增进科学知识,并将研究成果应用于保护工作。游客可以参与互动活动、近距离体验野生动物生活,并参加旨在培养对海洋以及栖息于此的动物更深刻认识的教育项目)”可知,乔治亚水族馆的宗旨是保护海洋生物多样性。故选D。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Coral Diver部分“Learn more about the different types of corals, why corals are vital to the ocean, and how we care for them through face-to-face sessions with our aquarium specialists.(通过与我们水族馆专家面对面的交流,进一步了解不同种类的珊瑚、珊瑚为何对海洋至关重要,以及我们如何照料它们)”;Dolphin Coast部分“Through the underwater viewing tunnel, watch playful dolphins and interact with dolphin keepers.(通过水下观景通道,你可以观赏活泼的海豚,并与海豚饲养员进行互动)”以及Sea Lion Studio部分“Trainers will interact with these incredible creatures while educating guests on the dangers the sea animals face in their natural environment, as well as key environmental factors that impact them.(培训师们将与这些神奇的生物进行互动,同时向游客介绍海洋动物在自然环境中所面临的危险,以及影响它们的关键环境因素)”可知,这三个画廊都能让游客与专业人士进行交流互动。故选C。
【3题详解】
细节理解题。根据表格中“Reserve & Save General Admission — Off-peak times $49(预留并节省普通门票——非高峰时段49美元)”以及最后一段“An additional $10 discount applies to every ticket for entry after 3:30 p.m.(下午3点30分之后购买门票的每张票还可再享受10美元的折扣)”可知,周一属工作日(非高峰时段),预约票原价$49/人;下午4点入场符合“3:30后入场每张票额外减$10”,故单人票价为$49-$10=$39;一对夫妇共需$39×2=$78,故选A。
B
One day, I was walking across campus when I spotted one of my students sitting on a bench, her face turned toward the sun, her eyes closed. I went over and asked if 1 could sit with her. When I asked how she was doing, she explained that her phone had “crashed”, and she was bored.
The moment reminded me how deeply we’re shaped by the digital world. Our devices, including computers, smartphones and the never-ending flow of online content, keep feeding us fresh updates, training us to expect continued stimulation. We’ve become trapped in a cycle of response, as if any pause were a problem to be solved.
My thoughts wandered back to my childhood—those afternoons spent staring out the window, doing nothing in particular. What felt like aimless boredom was actually a retooling period when my mind needed to reset before it could rediscover joy and invention. Before I knew it, I was building models, climbing trees, or playing instruments.
“What are your personal interests?” I asked my student. Her eyes lit up as she showed me her amazing artwork. “Have you ever felt bored while drawing?” I asked. “Never, ” she said, though ideas didn’t always come easily. “Does that annoy you?” “No,” she responded, “because I know that something will eventually pop into my head. When it does, it’s a real rush of satisfaction.”
That was it. That was exactly it. She needed to walk in the desert before arriving at the oasis (绿洲). She needed to experience a complete lack of inspiration before it struck her. This must have been what Ralph Waldo Emerson meant when he wrote, “Guard well your spare moments. They are like uncut diamonds...Improve them and they will become the brightest gems (宝石) in a useful life.”
As I left, I told her the truth:“I envy you”—not for her dead device, but for the creative space it had opened.
4. What is the author’s main concern over digital devices?
A. They cause unease during quiet pauses.
B. They require frequent software updates.
C. They often stop working without warning.
D. They may replace face-to-face interaction.
5. What role did boredom play in the author’s childhood?
A. It taught him to be patient. B. It gave him time to recharge.
C. It developed his rich imagination. D. It helped him avoid digital distraction.
6. What can we learn from the student’s response?
A. True artists never feel bored. B. Drawing requires special training.
C. Inspiration comes after waiting. D. Satisfaction begins when desire ends.
7. What advice is the author implying by saying“I envy you”?
A. Use phone less. B. Hold tight to youth.
C. Search for more treasure. D. Spare time for creativity.
【答案】4. A 5. B 6. C 7. D
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇夹叙夹议的文章。本文叙述了作者与一位学生的校园邂逅,反思数字时代对“空白”的恐惧,指出创造力正孕育于放下电子设备的静默之中。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“Our devices, including computers, smartphones and the never-ending flow of online content, keep feeding us fresh updates, training us to expect continued stimulation. We’ve become trapped in a cycle of response, as if any pause were a problem to be solved. (我们的设备不断推送新内容,训练我们持续寻求刺激;我们陷入了“一停就要回应”的循环,好像任何停顿都是必须解决的问题)”可知,作者担忧的是数字设备让人在安静时感到不安。故选A项。
【5题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“My thoughts wandered back to my childhood—those afternoons spent staring out the window, doing nothing in particular. What felt like aimless boredom was actually a retooling period when my mind needed to reset before it could rediscover joy and invention.(我回想起自己的童年——那些下午,我凝视着窗外,没做什么特别的事。那种看似漫无目的的无聊,实际上是一段重新调整的时期,那时我的大脑需要重置,之后才能重新发现快乐与创造力)”可知,童年那段无所事事的空白,实质上是大脑重启,给作者“充电”时间。故选B项。
【6题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段学生说的“I know that something will eventually pop into my head. When it does, it’s a real rush of satisfaction.(我知道灵感终究会出现;当它到来时,会带来真正的满足感)”可知,灵感会在耐心等待之后降临。故选C项。
【7题详解】
推理判断题。根据第六段作者道别时所说“As I left, I told her the truth:‘I envy you’—not for her dead device, but for the creative space it had opened. (当我离开时,我向她坦诚:‘我羡慕你’——不是羡慕她那坏掉的手机,而是羡慕它打开的那片创意空间)”可知,作者明确说明“羡慕的不是学生故障的手机,而是手机故障带来的创作空间,可见其隐含建议是“为创造力留出时间。故选D项。
C
Mushrooms have been used by ancient humans for thousands of years, but archaeologists have only just uncovered their significant role in shaping civilisation.
Seventy-five years ago, in a wetland in Yorkshire, UK, archaeologists found the perfectly preserved remains of dozens of 11,000-year-old mushrooms. Carefully cut and intentionally burned, it is thought that they were used by hunter-gatherers as tinder on their travels, enabling them to stay warm and cook food while on the move.
The discovery was so unlikely because fungi (菌类) are composed mostly of water, meaning they rapidly rot and disappear, and so are almost totally absent from the fossil record. As such, the unexpected ways that mushrooms helped our ancient ancestors survive have long remained secret, seemingly lost to time. But in the past few years, new tools have finally allowed us to identify fungal DNA and micro-residues in the mouths, utensils and clothing of prehistoric humans.
Until a decade ago, prehistoric diets were thought to consist only of meat and plants, excluding mushrooms. Yet rooted views about ancient daily choices are quietly shifting. In 2017, Weyrich’s team analysed the DNA in Palaeolithic dental plaque. They revealed that a group of Neanderthals in what is now Belgium supplemented their meaty meals with grey shag mushrooms, while those from a cave in northern Spain dined on split gill mushrooms. One member of the Spanish group, who lived around 48, 000 years ago, even chewed on grasses with penicillin fungi, and may have deliberately sought out this antibiotic fungus to reduce dental pain.
These breakthroughs are highlighting how a hidden fungal kingdom fed, healed and warmed our Stone Age ancestors, with recent discoveries even illustrating how fungi helped hold early farming communities together, paving the way for the civilization we live in today. “By revealing the invisible evidence in the archaeological record, we now see how fungal connections helped the earliest Neolithic communities to develop an understanding of their land and their society,” says Li Liu at Stanford University in California.
8. What does the underlined word tinder probably mean in paragraph 2?
A. Travel food. B. Fire starter. C. Ancient medicine. D. Cutting tool.
9. Why was little known about ancient mushroom use?
A. Ancient people hid the evidence. B. Early humans rarely used fungi.
C. Fungi decay too fast for preservation. D. Modern technology was once limited.
10. What can we infer about the Spanish Neanderthal?
A. He was a skilled hunter-gatherer.
B. He struggled with a food shortage.
C. He preferred eating mushrooms to meat.
D. He possessed some basic medical knowledge.
11. What is the text mainly about?
A. Evolutionary history of ancient fungi.
B. Changing diets of prehistoric humans.
C. Fungi’s vital role in human civilization.
D. New tools used in modern archaeology.
【答案】8. B 9. C 10. D 11. C
【解析】
【导语】这篇文章主要介绍了考古发现揭开了菌类的历史作用。菌类易腐烂难留存,借助新技术,人们证实古人类曾用蘑菇引火、食用、缓解病痛,它助力人类生存,也推动了早期文明发展。
【8题详解】
词句猜测题。根据第二段划线单词句中“Carefully cut and intentionally burned, it is thought that they were used by hunter-gatherers as… on their travels, enabling them to stay warm and cook food while on the move.(这些蘑菇经过精心切割并被有意烧焦,人们认为这些蘑菇是狩猎采集者在出行时用作……,使他们能够在移动过程中保持温暖并烹饪食物。)”可知,后文明确说明该物品的作用是“取暖和烹饪食物”,且前文提到蘑菇被“故意焚烧”,因此 “tinder”指用于生火的材料。B选项Fire starter“引火物”完全匹配语境和功能描述。
【9题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段中“The discovery was so unlikely because fungi (菌类) are composed mostly of water, meaning they rapidly rot and disappear, and so are almost totally absent from the fossil record.(这一发现之所以如此罕见,是因为真菌主要由水分组成,这意味着它们会迅速腐烂并消失,因此在化石记录中几乎完全不存在。)”可知,人们对古代蘑菇的使用知之甚少是因为真菌腐烂速度太快难以保存。
【10题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段中“One member of the Spanish group, who lived around 48, 000 years ago, even chewed on grasses with penicillin fungi, and may have deliberately sought out this antibiotic fungus to reduce dental pain.(西班牙那群人中的一位成员(生活在约 48000 年前)甚至会咀嚼含有产生青霉素的真菌的草类,可能还特意寻找这种具有抗菌作用的真菌来减轻牙齿疼痛。)”可知,该尼安德特人可能主动寻找含有青霉素的真菌来缓解牙痛,说明他已经掌握了一些基础的药用知识。
【11题详解】
主旨大意题。根据文章大意以及第一段“Mushrooms have been used by ancient humans for thousands of years, but archaeologists have only just uncovered their significant role in shaping civilisation.( 蘑菇在数千年间一直被古代人类所使用,但考古学家直到最近才揭示出它们在塑造文明过程中所起的重要作用。)”可知,这篇文章主要讲的是真菌在人类文明中的重要作用。
D
When measuring the impacts of climate change, we typically focus on visible signs: rising temperatures, hurricane winds, or flood extents. However, the silent yet significant effects of climate change on the human brain are only now starting to be understood.
Extreme heat has been tied to worsening symptoms (症状) and increased hospitalizations across a range of nervous system and mental conditions. The same pollutants that scar the lungs may cross into brain tissue, speeding the machinery of aging or increasing the risk of diseases like dementia (痴呆症). Children are particularly vulnerable (易受伤害的) because their brains are still developing. Even being exposed to a traumatic (创伤性的) climate event before birth can change the structure of developing brains, resulting in a higher risk of behavioral disorders later in life.
Unfortunately, these damaging effects remain largely invisible. The suffering is real, but the causes are often unknown. A teenager unable to concentrate during a heat wave in an apartment without air conditioning; a grandfather whose dementia worsens during a power failure: These are not just projections; they are happening all around us.
This brings us to the concept of “neuroclimate vulnerability” — the risk of the human brain to the side effects of climate change. This risk is shaped by age, existing medical conditions, and socioeconomic factors that determine whether a person can cool down or breathe clean air. For those facing multiple risk factors, the danger multiplies greatly.
The greatest challenge in addressing this issue is time. While some consequences emerge quickly as changes in mood or sleep, others, such as Parkinson’s disease (帕金森病), may begin decades before symptoms appear. This makes it extraordinarily difficult to connect today’s environmental exposures with tomorrow’s disease. Worse still, the communities most exposed to this risk are often absent from the clinical studies on which future policies will be built.
This invisibility is not unavoidable. Once the harm is named, it can be measured, and if measured, it can be reduced. To achieve this, scientists from various fields have formed the International Neuro Climate Working Group (INCWG). Their goal is to develop practical tools, such as the Brain Vulnerability and Resilience (复原力) Index, to identify those at greatest risk and guide investments. Climate change is already reshaping our brains. The question is whether we will act now to build resilience and change the future for future generations.
12. How does the author develop paragraph 2?
A. By presenting findings. B. By giving definitions.
C. By making comparisons. D. By quoting comments.
13. What does the underlined word “projections” in paragraph 3 probably mean?
A. Records. B. Facts. C. Predictions. D. Sufferings.
14. What is the main idea of paragraph 5?
A. The factors behind future policies.
B. The reasons for quick mood changes.
C. The features of slow-developing diseases.
D. The difficulties of environmental-risk research.
15. What does the INCWG aim to do?
A. Study mood changes. B. Promote climate awareness.
C. Collect related brain data. D. Create risk-evaluating tools.
【答案】12. A 13. C 14. D 15. D
【解析】
【导语】本文主要介绍气候变化对人类大脑存在隐性伤害以及相关研究与应对方案。
【12题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段中的“Extreme heat has been tied to worsening symptoms (症状) and increased hospitalizations across a range of nervous system and mental conditions. The same pollutants that scar the lungs may cross into brain tissue, speeding the machinery of aging or increasing the risk of diseases like dementia (痴呆症).(极端高温与一系列神经系统和精神疾病的症状恶化和住院人数增加有关。那些给肺部留下疤痕的污染物可能进入脑组织,加速衰老进程或增加痴呆症等疾病风险)”和“Even being exposed to a traumatic (创伤性的) climate event before birth can change the structure of developing brains, resulting in a higher risk of behavioral disorders later in life.(甚至在出生前接触创伤性气候事件都可能改变发育中的大脑结构,导致日后出现行为障碍的风险升高)”可知,第二段列举多项研究发现来阐述气候变化对大脑的危害。
【13题详解】
词句猜测题。根据第三段中的“These are not just projections; they are happening all around us.(这些不仅仅是projections;它们正在我们身边真实发生)”,分号前后形成对比,说明这些情况不是预想的推测,而是现实正在发生的事,projections含义为“预测”。
【14题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第五段中的“The greatest challenge in addressing this issue is time. While some consequences emerge quickly as changes in mood or sleep, others, such as Parkinson’s disease (帕金森病), may begin decades before symptoms appear.(解决该问题最大的挑战是时间。一些后果会快速表现为情绪或睡眠变化,而另一些疾病,例如帕金森病,可能在症状出现前数十年就已经开始发展)”可知,本段主要讲述环境风险研究面临的困难。
【15题详解】
细节理解题。根据第六段中的“Their goal is to develop practical tools, such as the Brain Vulnerability and Resilience (复原力) Index, to identify those at greatest risk and guide investments.(他们的目标是研发实用工具,例如大脑脆弱性与复原力指数,以此识别高风险人群并指导资源投入)”可知,INCWG旨在研发风险评估工具。
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。其中有两项为多余选项。
Bridge the Inner Gap to Keep Mental Health
In daily life, many people suffer from an invisible inner gap (隔阂). It is the emotional distance between ourselves and the outside world, and even between our true heart and daily behavior. This hidden gap often leads to anxiety, loneliness and negative emotions, affecting our physical and mental health. The following practical methods can help us eliminate (消除) inner barriers (障碍) and maintain a positive state.
____16____
Most inner gaps come from avoidance. When we encounter setbacks (挫折) or misunderstandings, we tend to close our hearts instead of facing them bravely. We hide our true feelings, refuse to communicate and gradually build a wall inside ourselves. Facing emotions directly is the first step to bridge the inner gap. Accept your negative feelings frankly (坦率地) instead of escaping from them. Only when we dare to face inner confusion can we resolve it.
Learn to communicate sincerely.
Communication is the most effective tool to break inner barriers. Many people feel isolated (孤立的) just because they are afraid of expressing their true thoughts. They worry about being judged or misunderstood, so they choose silence. ____17____ Open and sincere communication allows others to understand you, and also helps you get rid of inner helplessness, narrowing the emotional distance between you and others.
Stay connected with yourself.
Many people ignore self-connection while focusing on interpersonal relationships. They follow others’ opinions blindly and cater to (迎合) the outside world, gradually losing their true selves. ____18____ We can set aside quiet time every day to reflect on our thoughts, feelings and needs. This self-dialogue helps eliminate the gap between behavior and inner thoughts.
Keep active daily exercise.
Physical state greatly influences mental condition. Long-term inactivity will make people sluggish (呆滞的) and easy to fall into negative thinking. Proper exercise can release pressure and relax tense emotions. ____19____ It helps us rebuild positive energy and keep our minds open and inclusive.
Embrace imperfection bravely.
The pursuit of absolute perfection is another major cause of inner gaps. We are too strict with ourselves, blame ourselves for small mistakes, and cannot accept our own flaws. This creates a gap between our real selves and ideal selves. ____20____ When we learn to tolerate imperfection, most inner emotional barriers will disappear naturally.
A. Stop escaping from inner emotions.
B. Avoid excessive communication with strangers.
C. However, silence always deepens inner loneliness.
D. Regular physical activity calms our anxious minds.
E. Self-connection is the key to maintaining mental balance.
F. Everyone has shortcomings, and imperfection is the normal state of life.
G. It is unnecessary to care about others’ comments and views.
【答案】16. A 17. C 18. E 19. D 20. F
【解析】
【导语】本文介绍了直面情绪、真诚沟通、自我联结、坚持运动、拥抱不完美五种实用方法,帮助消除内心隔阂、保持心理健康。
【16题详解】
根据下文“Facing emotions directly is the first step to bridge the inner gap. Accept your negative feelings frankly (坦率地) instead of escaping from them. Only when we dare to face inner confusion can we resolve it.(直面情绪是弥合内心隔阂的第一步。坦率地接受你的负面情绪,而不是逃避它们。只有当我们敢于面对内心的困惑时,我们才能解决它。)”可知,本段讲述要直面情绪而非逃避。选项A“Stop escaping from inner emotions(停止逃避内心情绪)”符合段落主旨。
【17题详解】
上文“They worry about being judged or misunderstood, so they choose silence.(他们担心被评判或误解,因此选择沉默)”指出人们因害怕评判和误解而选择沉默,下文“Open and sincere communication allows others to understand you, and also helps you get rid of inner helplessness, narrowing the emotional distance between you and others.(开放真诚的沟通能让他人理解你,也帮你摆脱内心的无助,缩短你和他人之间的情感距离)”指出沟通对消除隔阂的作用,空处需要衔接“选择沉默”和“沟通的作用”。选项C“However, silence always deepens inner loneliness.(然而,沉默只会加深内心的孤独)”与上文的沉默行为形成转折,引出下文沟通的必要性。
【18题详解】
本段小标题为“Stay connected with yourself.(和自我保持联结)”,上文“Many people ignore self-connection while focusing on interpersonal relationships. They follow others’ opinions blindly and cater to (迎合) the outside world, gradually losing their true selves.(许多人在关注人际关系时忽视了自我联结。他们盲目追随他人的意见,迎合外界,逐渐失去了真实的自我)”指出忽略自我联结的问题,下文“We can set aside quiet time every day to reflect on our thoughts, feelings and needs. This self-dialogue helps eliminate the gap between behavior and inner thoughts.(我们可以每天留出安静的时间反思自己的想法、感受和需求,这种自我对话能帮助消除行为和内心想法之间的隔阂)”给出自我联结的具体方法。空处需要点明自我联结的重要性,选项E“Self-connection is the key to maintaining mental balance.(自我联结是维持心理平衡的关键)”符合段落核心,衔接上下文。
【19题详解】
本段小标题为“Keep active daily exercise.(坚持日常积极锻炼)”,上文“Proper exercise can release pressure and relax tense emotions.(合适的锻炼可以释放压力,放松紧张的情绪)”点明锻炼对心理的作用,下文“It helps us rebuild positive energy and keep our minds open and inclusive.(它帮助我们重建积极能量,保持思维开放和包容)”继续说明锻炼有助于养成积极心态。选项D“Regular physical activity calms our anxious minds.(规律的体育活动能平复我们焦虑的心境)”讲述了锻炼缓解焦虑的作用,符合段落主旨,衔接上下文。
【20题详解】
上文“ This creates a gap between our real selves and ideal selves. (这会在真实自我和理想自我之间制造隔阂)”指出追求完美带来的问题,下文“When we learn to tolerate imperfection, most inner emotional barriers will disappear naturally.(当我们学会包容不完美,大多数内心的情绪障碍都会自然消失)”指出接受不完美就能消除隔阂。空处需要点明不完美的客观性,选项F“Everyone has shortcomings, and imperfection is the normal state of life.(每个人都有缺点,不完美是人生的常态)”衔接上下文,符合逻辑。
第三部分 语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
Years ago, we settled in a new community while expecting our second son, Ryder. Shortly after his arrival, Ryder ____21____ a severe reaction to the MMR vaccine (疫苗) — a high fever that left him hospitalized for days. He gradually lost his speech and was eventually ____22____ as having mild autism (自闭症) .
Raising a special-needs child was incredibly ____23____, with new worries arising every day. We were particularly concerned about him making friends, since kids often stared or pointed at him. Our elder son Sidd always stepped forward to ____24____ his younger brother. For a while, Sidd’s friend George ignored Ryder, rushing past Ryder to play with Sidd only. Once, he even said something ____25____ to Ryder, imitating how Ryder waved his hands when excited. It led Sidd to ____26____ himself from George.
Before long, George ____27____ again. He brought an unopened Star Wars toy for Ryder on his dad’s advice. This warm ____28____ bridged the gap between them. George genuinely attempted to ____29____ the limited speech of Ryder, waiting patiently as he struggled to speak. He also began ____30____ with Ryder at the neighborhood pool and asked us for help whenever Ryder’s words confused him. Gradually, their ____31____ grew closer and stronger.
His constant ____32____ for Ryder never went unnoticed. It dawned on us that George had become a loyal ____33____ and a cherished friend. The kindness and friendship we’ve found in the community are ____34____. Sometimes beautiful things take time to ____35____ — they need patience and care to flower.
21. A. avoided B. suffered C. detailed D. developed
22. A. treated B. classified C. described D. identified
23. A. depressing B. rewarding C. tough D. embarrassing
24. A. admire B. defend C. comfort D. accompany
25. A. critical B. rude C. amusing D. odd
26. A. distinguish B. liberate C. protect D. distance
27. A. called back B. broke in C. reached out D. backed down
28. A. memory B. plan C. gesture D. symbol
29. A. grasp B. practise C. predict D. organize
30. A. engaging B. checking C. consulting D. arguing
31. A. affection B. trust C. bond D. faith
32. A. concern B. devotion C. respect D. praise
33. A. guide B. assistant C. sponsor D. supporter
34. A. precious B. exceptional C. rare D. limitless
35. A. keep B. grow C. understand D. change
【答案】21. B 22. D 23. C 24. B 25. B 26. D 27. C 28. C 29. A 30. A 31. C 32. A 33. D 34. A 35. B
【解析】
【导语】文章主要讲述了作者患有自闭症的儿子Ryder,在哥哥Sidd的保护下,最终与哥哥的朋友George建立了深厚友谊的温暖故事。
【21题详解】
考查动词。句意:Ryder出生后不久,他遭受了MMR疫苗的严重不良反应——高烧导致他住院数日。A. avoided避免;B. suffered遭受;C. detailed详述;D. developed发展。根据后文“a severe reaction”和“left him hospitalized”可知,Ryder遭受了痛苦的身体反应。
【22题详解】
考查动词。句意:他逐渐丧失了语言能力,最终被确诊患有轻度自闭症。A. treated治疗;B. classified分类;C. described描述;D. identified确认。根据前文“He gradually lost his speech”及后文“having mild autism”可知,自闭症属于医学诊断语境,此处指最终被正式确诊患有该病症。
【23题详解】
考查形容词。句意:抚养一个有特殊需求的孩子异常艰难,每天都有新的担忧出现。A. depressing令人沮丧的;B. rewarding有回报的;C. tough艰难的;D. embarrassing尴尬的。根据后文“with new worries arising every day”可知,养育这种孩子的过程是非常艰难的。
【24题详解】
考查动词。句意:我们的长子Sidd总是挺身而出,保护他的弟弟。A. admire钦佩;B. defend保护;C. comfort安慰;D. accompany陪伴。根据前文“stepped forward”及后文他为弟弟与朋友绝交的行为可知,他在为弟弟抵挡伤害,保护他的弟弟。
【25题详解】
考查形容词。句意:有一次,他甚至对Ryder说了粗鲁的话,模仿Ryder兴奋时挥手的样子。A. critical批评的;B. rude粗鲁的;C. amusing有趣的;D. odd奇怪的。根据后文“imitating how Ryder waved his hands”以及导致Sidd绝交的结果可知,George的行为是不礼貌的,所以他对Ryder说的是粗鲁的话。
【26题详解】
考查动词。句意:这导致Sidd与George疏远。A. distinguish区分;B. liberate解放;C. protect保护;D. distance疏远。根据前文George对弟弟的不友好行为可知,Sidd选择疏远George,distance oneself from为固定搭配,意为“与某人保持距离”。
【27题详解】
考查动词短语。句意:不久后,George再次主动联系。A. called back回电话;B. broke in闯入;C. reached out主动联系;D. backed down让步。根据后文“He brought an unopened Star Wars toy for Ryder on his dad’s advice.”可知,George送了玩具,说明他主动修复关系,试图重新建立联系。
【28题详解】
考查名词。句意:这个温暖的举动弥合了他们之间的隔阂。A. memory记忆;B. plan计划;C. gesture姿态;D. symbol象征。根据前文“He brought an unopened Star Wars toy for Ryder”和后文“bridged the gap between them”可知,George送玩具是一种友好的表示,gesture特指为表达某种感情而做的动作或姿态。
【29题详解】
考查动词。句意:George真诚地试图理解Ryder有限的言语,在他努力说话时耐心等待。A. grasp理解;B. practise练习;C. predict预测;D. organize组织。根据前文“He gradually lost his speech”和后文“the limited speech of Ryder”可知,因为Ryder有语言障碍,George需要去弄懂他想表达的意思。
【30题详解】
考查动词。句意:他也开始在社区泳池和Ryder一起玩耍互动。A. engaging参与;B. checking检查;C. consulting咨询;D. arguing争吵。根据后文“Ryder at the neighborhood pool”可知,此处指George主动和Ryder一起玩耍互动。engage with sb.意为“与某人交流或互动”,符合孩子们一起玩耍的语境。
【31题详解】
考查名词。句意:渐渐地,他们之间的纽带变得更加紧密和牢固。A. affection喜爱;B. trust信任;C. bond纽带;D. faith信念。根据后文两人从隔阂到成为朋友的过程可知,此处指两个人之间建立起来的情感连接,bond是描述人际关系的常用词。
【32题详解】
考查名词。 句意:他对Ryder始终如一的关心从未被忽视。A. concern关心;B. devotion奉献;C. respect尊重;D. praise赞扬。根据前文“Gradually, their ________ grew closer and stronger.”可知,George耐心陪伴Ryder的种种细节,此处指他一直以来对Ryder的在意与关心。
【33题详解】
考查名词。 句意:我们逐渐意识到,George已经成为一个忠诚的支持者和珍视的朋友。A. guide向导;B. assistant助手;C. sponsor赞助商;D. supporter支持者。与“loyal”搭配,且呼应前文George对Ryder的帮助,supporter“支持者”,最符合语境。
【34题详解】
考查形容词。句意:我们在社区发现的善意和友谊是珍贵的。A. precious珍贵的;B. exceptional杰出的;C. rare稀有的;D. limitless无限的。根据前文“The kindness and friendship we’ve found in the community”可知,文章基调是感恩和温暖,强调这种友谊的价值,所以善良和友谊对于他们来说是最珍贵的。
【35题详解】
考查动词。句意:有时美好的事物需要时间去成长——它们需要耐心和呵护才能开花结果。A. keep保持;B. grow成长;C. understand理解;D. change改变。根据后文“they need patience and care to flower”的比喻可知,此处指美好的事物需要时间“成长”。
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个适当的词或括号内单词的正确形式。
As public interest in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) continues to grow, ____36____ (variety) of TCM-themed summer activities have seen a surge in popularity across China.
Many cities have launched creative TCM-themed night markets. A group of women gathered around a table, carefully kneading (揉捏) herbal powders into aromatic beads (香珠), ____37____ would be strung into “wellness bracelets (健康手链)” highly popular with young people. More eye-catching here ____38____ (be) the intelligent robot. A customer placed her wrist on the machine’s sensor. Within moments, an electronic report ____39____ (analyze) her pulse was generated. Based on the results, the staff recommended the day’s specialty herbal tea.
Beyond the night markets, traditional treatments like Sanfutie are also in full swing since Sanfu, the “dog days” of summer, ____40____ (official) began on July 20. Visitors lined up from dusk ____41____ midnight for free health consultations, blood pressure and glucose (葡萄糖) tests, and pulse diagnoses. Wellness treatments like cupping and Gua Sha therapies are so popular that they cannot keep up with demand.
This fresh image of TCM has gone viral among many young Chinese, ____42____ (drive) by its transformation from the “bitter pill” stereotype into a trendy lifestyle. “In ancient times, TCM was a lifestyle integrated into daily life. ____43____ we’re doing now is simply making it more practical and relevant to the real needs of young people,” Zhou Jianguo said. People usually seek medical help only after symptoms appear, ____44____ TCM night markets could shift that mindset — encouraging earlier engagement with health and wellness. With proper ____45____ (explain) of TCM culture, these markets continue to inject new energy into community healthcare.
【答案】36. varieties
37. which 38. was
39. analyzing
40. officially
41. to 42. driven
43. What 44. but
45. explanation
【解析】
【导语】主要介绍随着公众对中医药兴趣不断增长,各类中医药主题夏日活动在国内广受欢迎的相关情况。
【36题详解】
考查名词。句意:随着公众对中医药的兴趣持续增长,各种各样的中医药主题夏日活动在中国各地人气激增。此处为固定搭配varieties of,意为“各种各样的”,所以此处填varieties。
【37题详解】
考查定语从句。句意:一群女性围坐在桌子旁,仔细地把草药粉末揉捏成香珠,这些香珠将会被串成深受年轻人喜爱的“健康手链”。此处为非限制性定语从句,先行词为aromatic beads,指物,关系词在从句中作主语,所以用关系代词which。
【38题详解】
考查动词时态和主谓一致。句意:这里更为引人注目的是智能机器人。此句为倒装句,主语the intelligent robot是单数,整篇短文叙述过去发生的事情,应用一般过去时,be动词使用was。
【39题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:片刻之内,一份分析她脉象的电子报告就生成了。此处为非谓语动词作后置定语,analyze与逻辑主语an electronic report之间是主动关系,所以用现在分词analyzing。
【40题详解】
考查副词。句意:除夜市之外,自三伏天在7月20日正式开启,三伏贴等传统疗法也如火如荼地开展起来。此处修饰动词began,副词用来修饰动词,所以用副词officially。
【41题详解】
考查介词。句意:游客从黄昏排队到午夜,来获得免费健康咨询、血压和血糖检测以及把脉服务。此处为固定搭配from…to…,意为“从……到……”,所以此处为介词to。
【42题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意:中医药的这一新形象在中国许多年轻人中走红,这是由它从“苦药片”的刻板印象向潮流生活方式的转变所推动的。此处为非谓语动词作状语,drive与逻辑主语This fresh image of TCM之间是被动关系,所以用过去分词driven。
【43题详解】
考查主语从句。句意:“在古代,中医药是一种融入日常生活的生活方式。我们现在所做的只不过是让它变得更加实用,并且与年轻人的真实需求息息相关,”周建国说道。此处引导主语从句,从句中doing缺少宾语,表示“……的事情”,所以用连接代词What。
【44题详解】
考查连词。句意:人们通常只在症状出现之后才寻求医疗帮助,但是中医药夜市可以改变这种思维模式——鼓励人们更早关注身心健康。空格前后为两个完整句子,前后语义存在转折关系,所以填并列连词but。
【45题详解】
考查名词。句意:在对中医药文化进行恰当讲解的前提下,这些夜市持续为社区医疗保健注入新活力。形容词proper后面需要接名词,explain的名词形式为explanation。
第四部分 写作(共两节;满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华,你校引入了人工智能作业批改的服务,并将其在全校范围内应用。请你写一篇短文表达你对这一服务的综合看法,内容包括:(1)你的看法;(2)说明理由。
参考词汇:Artificial Intelligence Assignment Grading 人工智能作业批改
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。
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【答案】
Now our school has put Artificial Intelligence Assignment Grading into use across the whole school. As far as I’m concerned, it is a helpful tool rather than a replacement for teachers.
For one thing, AI can mark our homework quickly and point out our mistakes immediately, so we can correct them in time. For another, it cannot explain difficult knowledge that teachers can patiently go through. So we still need teachers’ guidance when facing confusing problems.
In short, we should make good use of this service and combine it with teachers’ help.
【解析】
【导语】文章要求考生介绍学校启用人工智能作业批改服务,并表达综合看法。
【详解】1.词汇积累
引入、投入使用:put… into use → apply to
在全校范围:across the whole school → throughout the school
代替:replacement → substitute
困惑的:confusing → puzzling
2.句式拓展
同义句
原句:For one thing, AI can mark our homework quickly and point out our mistakes immediately.
拓展句:For one thing, with AI marking our homework quickly, our mistakes can be found out at once.
【点睛】【高分句型1】So we still need teachers’ guidance when facing confusing problems.(运用了状语从句的省略)
【高分句型2】For another, it cannot explain difficult knowledge that teachers can patiently go through.(that引导的定语从句)
第二节(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Every Thursday afternoon, our school library opened an hour earlier for students who wanted a quiet place to study. It was peaceful there, filled with the smell of old books and sunlight falling through tall windows.
Mrs. Harper, the librarian, knew me well. She was a small woman with silver hair and gentle eyes. Every Thursday, she placed a cup of warm lemon tea on the corner of her desk. “For long study hours,” she would say with a smile. I never forgot the kindness.
One rainy afternoon, I arrived earlier than usual and noticed Mrs. Harper struggling to push a heavy cart (手推车) of returned books across the carpet. I hurried over to help. As we worked together, I noticed that she stopped several times to press a hand against her side. She looked pale. “Are you okay?” I asked. “Just tired,” she answered softly. “Getting older is inconvenient sometimes.”
After that day, I began helping her every Thursday. She always thanked me with the same warm smile and a cup of lemon tea.
One Thursday near the end of the term, I entered the library and found it unusually dark and quiet. The front desk was empty. No tea. No Mrs. Harper. Then I spotted the book cart standing alone near the history shelves. On top of it lay her glasses and a small notebook.
I picked up the notebook carefully. Inside was a handwritten list titled “Things to Finish Before Summer.” Most items had already been crossed out. Only one line remained: “Repair the Reading Corner before students return.” I looked toward the old reading corner by the windows. One chair had a broken leg, the paint on the shelf was chipping, and several cushions (垫子) were torn open. Mrs. Harper had always wanted students to enjoy that little space.
Just then, the principal walked into the library. “She was taken to hospital this morning,” he said quietly. I looked again at the unfinished list in my hands. Outside, rain tapped softly against the windows, making the whole library feel lonelier than before.
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。
That evening, I sent a message to our class group chat.
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The following Thursday, the library doors finally opened again.
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【答案】例文
That evening, I sent a message to our class group chat. “Mrs. Harper has been hospitalized,” I typed, my fingers trembling slightly. “For months, she has brightened our Thursdays with her homemade lemon tea and unwavering kindness. Now, it is high time we repaid her generosity.” I then shared her unfinished mission: repairing the Reading Corner. To my astonishment, an overwhelming wave of support flooded in. Classmates volunteered to bring toolkits, sew the torn cushions, and repaint the shabby shelf. By midnight, a dozen of us had formed a repair team, driven by a shared determination to transform her handwritten wish into reality. No administrative order was issued; we were simply responding to the warmth she had sown in our hearts.
The following Thursday, the library doors finally opened again. What greeted Mrs. Harper was nothing short of a miracle. The once-broken chair stood firm, its leg reinforced; the shelf gleamed with fresh paint; and the cushions, meticulously stitched, lay invitingly by the window where sunlight poured in. A hand-painted sign read: “Mrs. Harper’s Corner — Where Kindness Finds a Home.” As she stepped inside, leaning on a cane, her eyes welled up with tears. I handed her a steaming cup of lemon tea and whispered, “For the long hours of reading ahead.” She clutched the cup, her smile radiating a quiet joy. In that moment, I realized that true education extends far beyond textbooks — it flourishes in the small, selfless acts of gratitude that bind a community together.
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开,讲述图书管理员哈珀女士每周为留校学习的“我”准备柠檬茶,默默温柔守护学生,她身体不适住院后,“我”和同学们自发接力,帮她完成修缮阅读角的未竟心愿,用感恩回馈善意的暖心故事。
【详解】1. 段落续写
① 由第一段首句可知,下文可描写“我”告知同学们哈珀女士住院的消息、分享她修缮阅读角的心愿,以及同学们纷纷主动响应、自发组队筹备修缮工作的过程。
② 由第二段首句可知,下文可描写焕然一新的阅读角全貌、归来的哈珀女士的动容反应,以及“我”从中领悟善意传递、感恩回馈的成长感悟。
2. 续写线索:班级告知近况与未竟心愿——同学踊跃响应、自发筹备修缮——图书馆焕然一新、阅读角完美完工——哈珀女士归来深受感动——领悟善意传递与感恩的真谛
3.词类激活
行为类
①颤抖:tremble/shake/quiver
②涌入:flood in/pour in
③意识到:realize/recognize
情绪类
①眼眶湿润:eyes welled up with tears/eyes were brimming with tears
②快乐:joy/delight
【点睛】【高分句型1】Now, it is high time we repaid her generosity.(运用了固定句型:it is high time (that) sb. did sth)
【高分句型2】She clutched the cup, her smile radiating a quiet joy.(运用了独立主格结构)
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