高中英语单元测试——Unit 6 Earth First（较易版01）

高中英语单元测试——Unit 6 Earth First（较易版01） 学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________ 一、听力选择题 1．（本题1.5分）What did the man do in the river? A．He did some research. B．He caught a lot of fish. C．He swam with his coworker. 【答案】A 【原文】W: You were in a river in this picture. Were you swimming? M: No. The river was polluted so my workmates and I were taking measurements of the water’s temperature and pH. W: Was the pollution serious? Is there any fish in the river now? 2．（本题1.5分）Why does the man intend to buy a new bike? A．To be environment-friendly. B．To save money on fuel costs. C．To stay in fashion. 【答案】A 【原文】M: What a fashionable car you’ve got! W: Thanks. I’ve always wanted an electric one to try and save the planet. You know, we only have one planet. M: I guess you’re right. I might get an electric bike to replace my motorbike, as I can’t drive. 3．（本题1.5分）What are the speakers going to see? A．Tigers. B．Lions. C．Pandas. 【答案】C 【原文】W: I don’t see any tigers and lions. M: That’s strange. Neither do I. Maybe they are resting in their cages. W: In that case, let’s go check out the pandas. 4．（本题1.5分）Where does the conversation probably take place? A．In a pet store. B．In a circus tent. C．At a wildlife park. 【答案】C 【原文】M: Does this place keep animals to entertain people? It’s wrong to keep animals locked up, even though it’s so big. W: No. They take care of wild animals that were once kept as pets or used for circus performances and give them a good life. It has excellent animal welfare. 5．（本题1.5分）What are the speakers discussing? A．A measure. B．An agreement. C．Environmental pollution. 【答案】C 【原文】M: Linda is negative about the state of the environment. She says the pollution is serious. Do you agree with her? W: In some ways, yes, but since a series of measures have been taken, the situation will keep on improving. （本题3分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 6．(1.5分)What are the speakers mainly talking about? A．A new book. B．Life in the 19th century. C．A modern way of thinking. 7．(1.5分)How does Mark feel about the future of whales? A．Curious. B．Worried. C．Optimistic. 【答案】6．A 7．C 【原文】W: Now for the guest on the show, the author Mark Silver. Welcome, Mark. M: Thank you for inviting me, Mary. W: You’ve just published a new book. Tell us a little about it. M: Well, it’s set in the 19th century when people’s awareness of animal protection was not strong, and the central character is a man whose job is hunting whales. W: On the high seas, you mean? M: Yes. But he is unusual for the time because he realizes whales should be protected, not hunted. W: Ah, he has a modern way of thinking. Do you think whales are still in danger, even today? M: Certainly, but I think that the younger generation values them more and will make efforts to protect them. （本题4.5分）听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 8．(1.5分)What is the story about London based on? A．Teamwork. B．Clean Air Act. C．Air pollution. 9．(1.5分)What does the woman say about her city? A．It is heavily polluted. B．Many factories will be built. C．Factories are moving out of town. 10．(1.5分)Who has taken measures to protect the environment in the woman’s city? A．Old factories. B．The government. C．Individuals. 【答案】8．C 9．A 10．B 【原文】W: So you are from London, David. Some time ago I read an interesting story about the London smog. M: Oh, yes. It’s about a blind woman leading a man with good eyesight to his home in heavy smog. W: That’s right. Since then, I’ve always thought it must be terrible to live in London. M: London is no longer like that. The yellow-black winter smog has disappeared since the Clean Air Act took effect in 1956. Since then the average winter sunshine has doubled. W: Really? I wish we could get rid of air pollution here. M: It seems that old factories are usually not equipped with pollution control system. W: But the trouble we have is that even some of the new factories didn’t include pollution control measures when they were built. Besides, quite a number of factories were built in the middle of living areas. M: Oh, that’s too bad. W: Fortunately, our government has already made some policies to protect the environment. We can expect a cleaner and healthier city in the future. （本题4.5分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 11．(1.5分)What’s the probable relationship between the speakers? A．Teammates. B．Professor and student. C．Interviewer and interviewee. 12．(1.5分)Why is the newly discovered dinosaur special? A．It stands on three legs. B．It likes eating leaves. C．It has two fingers. 13．(1.5分)What will the woman discuss next? A．Another dinosaur species. B．Her next research region. C．Dinosaurs moving between regions. 【答案】11．C 12．C 13．B 【原文】M: Joining us on Science Today is Professor Darla from the University of Calgary in Canada. So, you are a dinosaur hunter, is that right? W: Ha! That’s one way of putting it! Obviously, the dinosaurs died out millions of years ago, but I am part of a team that searches for dinosaur bones all over the world. M: And you’ve found a new species in Mongolia? W: That’s right, in the Gobi Desert. The animal would have weighed about 260 kilos and stood on two legs. M: Is that to reach higher leaves in trees to eat? W: That’s likely part of it. And what separates it from similar species is that its front legs are different. M: In what way? Are they bigger? W: It has two fingers, while similar species have three. They would have lived all over Asia and North America as far back as 90 million years ago. M: Interesting. So, which region do your team plan to explore next for your research? （本题6分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 14．(1.5分)Who is the man? A．A host. B．A star. C．A researcher. 15．(1.5分)What do we know about Genie? A．She lives in Hawaii. B．She was the longest shark. C．She traveled a long distance. 16．(1.5分)What was the scientists’ response towards Genie’s journey? A．Worried. B．Amazed. C．Doubtful. 17．(1.5分)What will the speakers talk about later? A．The tracking system. B．Some clever whales. C．A new song. 【答案】14．A 15．C 16．B 17．B 【原文】M: OK. Caroline, I know you have a story about a shark to share, right? W: Yes, she is a star named Genie, a 6-foot-long silky shark. M: Oh. So what happened to her? W: Genie lived in an ocean reserve, and then she traveled halfway to Hawaii twice and circled all over the place in the area in between. This journey by our girl Genie was impressive. It turned out to be the longest silky shark journey on record. M: Did researchers know that sharks could travel so far? W: Other sharks that live there don’t travel that far. So it was actually kind of a surprise. M: Genie was in an ocean reserve with lots of food. So why leave? W: It could have been to find better food or to give birth. But the tracking system could help researchers answer that question one day. M: OK. Well, before we move on to some clever and interesting whales with big brains, let’s have a rest and enjoy a new song. （本题4.5分）听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 18．(1.5分)What is Nadine Hamdy in charge of? A．Teaching dogs to swim. B．Mapping out marketing strategies. C．Giving a show to pet owners. 19．(1.5分)What do we know about Adam Kilani? A．He has a three-year-old pet dog. B．He is from Matrouh Governorate. C．He found pleasure in learning pet care. 20．(1.5分)What did Lina Kamal attach importance to? A．The benefits of hosting various events in tourist resorts. B．The promotion of the culture of pet ownership. C．The protection of homeless animals. 【答案】18．B 19．C 20．C 【原文】 W: Hundreds of pet lovers and owners gathered on Egypt’s Mediterranean North Coast in Matrouh Governorate for an annual pet carnival. It provides pet lovers and owners with a chance to meet experts in pet care, breeding and nutrition. “This is the first time to organize it on the North Coast, which is a plus for us,” said Nadine Hamdy, marketing manager of the carnival. The event includes activities of pet medication and training, and offers a number of recreational activities for pets, such as swimming and shows. For Adam Kilani, a visitor from neighboring Alexandria Governorate, the event was an unforgettable experience, as his five-year-old pet dog Gawaher had learnt to swim for the first time. “It is a great chance for me to learn about pet care in an amusing way,” Kilani said. “Holding such events, especially in tourist resorts during the summer, will significantly promote the culture of pet ownership in Egypt.” Lina Kamal, who brought her three-year-old dog to the carnival, said the event was important because it raised the issue of street animals and offered solutions to their sad situation. 二、阅读理解 （本题7.5分）Eco-friendly Disposable Plates Our planet faces a growing waste problem. Single-use plastic plates are major contributors. Eco-friendly disposable plates provide a practical solution. But what exactly are they, and why should we choose them? Let’s explore. Eco-friendly plates are made from natural, renewable materials that decompose quickly and safely. This means they break down into natural elements in a short time without harming the environment. Benefits of Using Eco-friendly Plates Switching to eco-friendly plates has many advantages. Here are some key benefits: ●Reduces Waste: Traditional plates take hundreds of years to break down. Eco-friendly plates break down in months. ●Lower Carbon Footprint: These plates use less energy and resources to produce. ●Safe for Health: Made from natural materials, they do not release harmful chemicals. ●Supports Sustainability: They promote the use of renewable resources. Materials Used in Eco-friendly Plates Eco-friendly plates come from various sustainable materials. Here are some common ones: Material Description Bamboo Strong, durable, and grows fast. Palm Leaves Leaves are collected, cleaned, and shaped into plates. Sugarcane A by-product of sugar production, biodegradable, heat-resistant. Areca Nut Leaves are molded into durable plates, no chemicals used. How to Choose the Right Eco-friendly Plates Consider these factors when selecting eco-friendly plates: ●Material: Choose a material that suits your needs. ●Durability: Check if the plates can hold hot and cold foods. ●Compostability (可堆肥性): Ensure the plates are certified compostable. ●Price: Compare prices to find a budget-friendly option. Eco-friendly disposable plates offer a simple way to help the environment. They are practical, safe, and sustainable. Make the switch today and join the movement towards a greener planet. 21．(2.5分)What advantage do eco-friendly plates have over plastic ones? A．They are costly. B．They break down faster. C．They are reusable. D．They produce less energy. 22．(2.5分)Which plates can handle hot items comparatively well? A．Bamboo plates. B．Palm leaf plates. C．Areca nut plates. D．Sugarcane plates. 23．(2.5分)What should we check when choosing eco-friendly plates? A．Whether they are handmade. B．Whether they are the cheapest. C．Whether they are hot or cold. D．Whether they are compostable. 【答案】21．B 22．D 23．D 【导语】文章主要介绍了环保一次性餐盘的定义、优点、制作材料以及选择时的注意事项。 【详解】21．细节理解题。根据“Benefits of Using Eco-friendly Plates”部分中“Traditional plates take hundreds of years to break down. Eco-friendly plates break down in months. (传统餐盘需要数百年才能分解。环保餐盘在数月内就能分解)”可知，环保餐盘比塑料餐盘分解得更快。 22．细节理解题。根据“Materials Used in Eco-friendly Plates”部分表格中“Sugarcane: A by-product of sugar production, biodegradable, heat-resistant. (甘蔗：制糖的副产品，可生物降解，耐热)”可知，甘蔗制成的餐盘能较好地承受热食。 23．细节理解题。根据“How to Choose the Right Eco-friendly Plates”部分中“●Compostability (可堆肥性): Ensure the plates are certified compostable. (●可堆肥性：确保餐盘经过可堆肥认证)”可知，选择环保餐盘时应检查其是否可堆肥。 （本题10分）Posting photos of local plants may not seem like a normal way to success as a social media influencer. But Kyle Lybarger, born and raised in Alabama, has found unexpected Internet fame by introducing his followers to the overlooked world of southeastern plants. In an interview, Lybarger credits his success to stubbornness, to a positive energy he inherited from his late dad and, largely, to not worrying about what others think. “I was a deer hunter, forester, a man posting about flowers,” he says. “You have to really care the least about what people think of you to do that.” About a decade ago, Lybarger cleared a small area of land in a forest to grow plants whose fruits would attract deer and wild turkeys. He even applied some herbicide (除草剂) and cut down the surrounding trees to let in more light. The next summer, he found the additional sunlight brought a beautiful surprise: an amazing variety of wild flowers. After he posted the flowers on Facebook, a local botanist and science teacher got in touch, confirming some rare and vulnerable species, such as Alabama larkspur. Lybarger suddenly realized that the grassland he had killed was ideal for attracting wildlife itself. This experience inspired him to dive into a body of research indicating that historically the Southeast was home to expansive grasslands as well as those wild flowers. It was then that Lybarger found his mission: to save the remaining grasslands and flora. Together with a botanist from Auburn University, he appealed on all the major social media platforms to forest owners and farmers to stop mowing (修剪草坪) and using herbicides. In 2023 he partnered with an artist to design a T-shirt featuring the rare plants, hoping to raise public awareness and help pay for conservation. The project ended up raising over $100,000 in less than a year, most of which went to his conservation efforts. “My biggest contribution comes through education on social media, influencing people to grow the native plants that best support declining pollinators (授粉昆虫) and other insects,” he says, “One person, one yard, one-tenth of an acre can make a bigger difference than you think.” 24．(2.5分)According to Lybarger, he mainly owes his success to ________. A．his enthusiasm about native plants B．the development of internet industry C．the spiritual support from his late dad D．his freedom from others’ judgement 25．(2.5分)What led Lybarger to discover the value of the wild flowers? A．His being brought up in Alabama. B．His being a sociable forester. C．His working experience as a hunter. D．The feedback from a local botanist. 26．(2.5分)Why does the writer mention the money in paragraph 4? A．To indicate the difficulty of their project. B．To show the artistic value of their design. C．To prove the success of the project. D．To explain the ambition of his team. 27．(2.5分)What message does Lybarger want to convey in the last paragraph? A．Virtue is its own reward. B．Many drops make a shower. C．Roses given, fragrance in hand. D．Wisdom begins with admitting your ignorance. 【答案】24．D 25．D 26．C 27．B 【导语】主要讲述网红凯尔·莱巴格通过社交媒体科普本土野生植物，投身草原与植物保护事业的经历与感悟。 【详解】24．细节理解题。根据第二段中的“In an interview, Lybarger credits his success to stubbornness, to a positive energy he inherited from his late dad and, largely, to not worrying about what others think.(在一次采访中，莱巴格将自己的成功归功于执着、从已故父亲那里继承的积极心态，并且很大程度上归功于不在意别人的看法。)”可知，他认为自己成功主要在于不受他人评价的束缚。 25．推理判断题。根据第三段中的“After he posted the flowers on Facebook, a local botanist and science teacher got in touch, confirming some rare and vulnerable species, such as Alabama larkspur.(他把这些花发布到脸书后，当地一位植物学家兼科学老师联系了他，确认了一些稀有濒危物种，例如阿拉巴马飞燕草。)”可知，当地植物学家给出的反馈让他发现了野花的价值。 26．推理判断题。根据第四段中的“The project ended up raising over $100,000 in less than a year, most of which went to his conservation efforts.(该项目最终在不到一年的时间筹集超过10万美元，其中大部分资金用于他的保护工作。)”可知，作者列举筹集到的款项，是为了证明该项目取得了成功。 27．推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“One person, one yard, one‑tenth of an acre can make a bigger difference than you think.(一个人、一个庭院、十分之一英亩土地所能带来的改变会超出你的想象。)”可知，他想表达个体微小力量汇聚起来可以产生巨大作用，对应“滴水汇成大雨（积少成多）”。 （本题10分）Jellyfish are among the oldest living creatures on Earth, having existed for over 500 million years. These soft-bodied animals live in oceans worldwide, from warm tropical seas to freezing deep waters, and survive in surprisingly tough conditions. Unlike fish, jellyfish have no bones, brain, or heart. Their bodies are 95% water, which helps them float easily. The bell-shaped body can contract (收缩) and relax to push water backward, moving the jellyfish forward. Though they do not swim at high speed, this simple movement is fully enough for their daily life. Most jellyfish have long, thin tentacles (触手) hanging below their bodies, some of which can reach several meters in length. These tentacles carry stinging cells that can paralyze small fish and other prey (猎物) before they are eaten. Jellyfish are mostly transparent, making them hard to see in the water for both their natural enemies and their prey. This protects them from larger hunters. They can also survive in low-oxygen environments where most fish cannot live. When food is scarce, some jellyfish can shrink their bodies and survive on very little energy for months, and they will slowly return to normal size once there is enough food again. Studying these ancient sea creatures, scientists find jellyfish amazing for another reason: they have adapted well to changing oceans over long periods. Warmer water and pollution have harmed many ocean species, driving some to the edge of disappearance, but jellyfish populations are growing in many coastal areas. Some researchers worry that too many jellyfish could disturb the balance of ocean ecosystems (生态系统). However, others see them as a valuable source of medicine, since certain chemicals in jellyfish may help treat human diseases. 28．(2.5分)What helps jellyfish float easily in water? A．Their strong tentacles. B．Their bone structure. C．Their high water content. D．Their brain system. 29．(2.5分)Why are jellyfish difficult to see in the ocean? A．They move very fast. B．They are mostly see-through. C．They stay deep in the water. D．They change colors often. 30．(2.5分)What does the underlined word “paralyze” in Paragraph 2 probably mean? A．Attract. B．Track. C．Swallow. D．Disable. 31．(2.5分)What can we learn from the last paragraph? A．Jellyfish are harmed by warmer oceans. B．All scientists worry about jellyfish growth. C．Jellyfish may have medical value for humans. D．Jellyfish cannot live in polluted water. 【答案】28．C 29．B 30．D 31．C 【导语】本文主要介绍了水母这一古老生物的生理构造、生存优势及其对生态环境的双重影响，指出其在适应气候变化的同时，既可能威胁生态平衡，也可能为人类医学研究提供新方向。 【详解】28．细节理解题。根据第二段“Their bodies are 95% water, which helps them float easily.(它们的身体95%是水，这有助于它们轻松漂浮)”可知，水母体内极高的含水量帮助它们在水中轻松漂浮。 29．细节理解题。根据第三段“Jellyfish are mostly transparent, making them hard to see in the water for both their natural enemies and their prey.(水母大多是透明的，这使得它们在水中既难以被天敌发现，也难以被猎物察觉)”可知，水母难以被发现是因为它们几乎是透明的。 30．词句猜测题。根据第二段“These tentacles carry stinging cells that can paralyze small fish and other prey (猎物) before they are eaten.(这些触手带有刺细胞，能够在小鱼和其他猎物被吃掉之前将其paralyze)”可知，刺细胞的作用是让猎物失去行动能力以便捕食，paralyze与disable意义相近。 31．推理判断题。根据最后一段“Some researchers worry that too many jellyfish could disturb the balance of ocean ecosystems (生态系统). However, others see them as a valuable source of medicine, since certain chemicals in jellyfish may help treat human diseases.(一些研究人员担心过多的水母会扰乱海洋生态系统的平衡。然而，另一些研究人员则将水母视为宝贵的医药来源，因为水母体内的某些化学物质可能有助于治疗人类疾病)”可知，水母可能对人类具有医学价值。 （本题10分）Oysters (牡蛎) are called “ecosystem engineers”. They build reefs (礁) using living oysters and shells left by past generations. As important parts of ocean environments, oyster reefs offer shelters for hundreds of sea creatures and keep the natural balance of sea waters. Unfortunately, fishing activities and coastal development have caused severe damage, and around 85 percent of oyster reefs across Australia have disappeared so far. To save the fading reefs, researchers have been working hard to create man-made habitats for oysters. They first studied natural oyster reefs carefully and made an important discovery: natural reefs are not just random piles of shells, but well-organized three-dimensional (三维的) structures. The shape of a reef plays a key role in the survival of sea life and the growth speed of the reef itself. To figure out whether this rule can work in man-made reefs, the researchers used 3D imaging technology to examine surviving Sydney rock oyster reefs. Based on the collected data, they built computer models and designed 16 types of concrete units with different heights and shapes. These units were placed in three bays near natural reefs. For a long time, the team kept tracking young oysters to record their settlement, growth and survival conditions. The final results showed that the most effective designs were neither the tallest nor the most difficult ones. The best structures copied features of natural reefs, offering plenty of small hidden spaces. These spaces could protect baby oysters from natural enemies and bad environmental influences. Although total surface area matters, young oysters are tiny and easily affected by outside threats. It is meaningless to attract large numbers of young oysters if the reef cannot keep them alive. This research brings practical advice for the recovery of global oyster reefs. Professor Joshua Madin points out that nature has created perfect designs for reefs. People just need to learn these natural rules and put them into use, so that oyster reefs can grow better and last longer. 32．(2.5分)Why are oysters called “ecosystem engineers”? A．They control reef growth speed. B．They help shape coastal habitats. C．They balance the climate of the sea. D．They show many different kinds of sea life. 33．(2.5分)What is the main purpose of the scientists’ research in Paragraph 3? A．To compare different kinds of wild oysters in Australia. B．To improve the 3D imaging technology for sea research. C．To find out if the reef structure really works as expected. D．To record the total number of oysters in three nearby bays. 34．(2.5分)What did the best design of oyster reefs feature? A．Many difficult designs. B．Fully closed structures. C．Widely spaced structures. D．Plenty of small sheltered spaces. 35．(2.5分)What does the author imply in the last paragraph? A．Destroyed oyster reefs are difficult to rebuild. B．Man-made reefs can fully replace natural ones. C．The recovery of reefs depends on new technical ways. D．Nature gives us a good example for the recovery of oyster reefs. 【答案】32．B 33．C 34．D 35．D 【导语】文章介绍了牡蛎被称作“生态系统工程师”的原因，澳大利亚牡蛎礁遭到严重破坏，科研人员仿照天然牡蛎礁结构设计人工礁石，并证实模仿自然构造是修复牡蛎礁的最佳方案，为全球牡蛎礁修复提供借鉴。 【详解】32．细节理解题。根据第一段“They build reefs (礁) using living oysters and shells left by past generations. As important parts of ocean environments, oyster reefs offer shelters for hundreds of sea creatures and keep the natural balance of sea waters.(它们利用活体牡蛎与历代遗留贝壳构筑礁石。作为海洋环境的重要部分，牡蛎礁为数百种海洋生物提供栖息场所，维持海域生态平衡。)”可知，牡蛎打造海洋生物栖息地、塑造海岸生存环境，因此被叫做生态工程师。 33．细节理解题。根据第三段“The shape of a reef plays a key role in the survival of sea life and the growth speed of the reef itself. To figure out whether this rule can work in man-made reefs, the researchers used 3D imaging technology to examine surviving Sydney rock oyster reefs.(礁石的形状对于海洋生物的存活以及礁石自身的生长速度起着至关重要的作用。为了弄清这一规律是否能在人工礁石中发挥作用，研究人员使用三维成像技术勘测现存悉尼岩牡蛎礁。)”可知，本段研究的主要目的是验证礁石结构规律能否达到预期效果。 34．细节理解题。根据第四段“The best structures copied features of natural reefs, offering plenty of small hidden spaces.(最优结构复刻了天然礁石特点，拥有大量隐蔽的小型空间。)”可知，最佳礁石设计的特点是大量可供躲藏的狭小空间。 35．推理判断题。根据最后一段“Professor Joshua Madin points out that nature has created perfect designs for reefs. People just need to learn these natural rules and put them into use, so that oyster reefs can grow better and last longer.(Joshua Madin教授指出，大自然早已演化出礁石的完美构造。人类只需要学习并运用这些自然规律，从而让牡蛎礁长势更佳、存续更久。)”可知，大自然为修复牡蛎礁提供了绝佳范本。 （本题12.5分）Why are there penguins living outdoors in summer? The OZEANEUM in northern Germany has a rocky pool on its rooftop. Every now and then, a fluffy brown-and-white head comes out from one of the artificial nesting caves — a penguin. I had to look twice. 36(2.5分) Yet these birds appeared perfectly comfortable. For a moment, I wondered if my eyes were playing tricks on me. Had someone forgotten to tell them they belong in Antarctica? No. These are Humboldt penguins, one of the few species that naturally live in warm regions of South America. I had always associated penguins with snow and ice. 37(2.5分) The Humboldt penguin is native to the coastal area from Peru to central Chile. Some groups even live surprisingly close to the equator. The species was named after Alexander von Humboldt, who first observed them on his expedition. Unlike their Antarctic relatives, Humboldt penguins have spent millions of years adapting to warmer environments. Their feathers are lighter, and they have bare pink skin around their eyes for cooling. They also have a slimmer body shape to release heat more efficiently. 38(2.5分) Yet even these adaptations cannot fully explain their success near the tropics. 39(2.5分) During his expedition, Humboldt found coastal waters unexpectedly cold and identified a vast current from Antarctica. Today known as the Humboldt Current, it cools the sea and the air above it, creating a mild coastal climate. 40(2.5分) Cold water rising from the deep carries rich nutrients to the surface, feeding huge fish populations and providing a reliable food source for the penguins. That’s why Humboldt penguins deserve the name: without the Humboldt Current, they would almost not exist. A．The answer lies in the Humboldt Current. B．But nature, as it often does, had another story to tell. C．All these physical adaptations help them cope with the heat. D．It was late July and the rooftop was baking under direct sunshine. E．This explains why they are found along the coasts of South America. F．However, penguins actually prefer a much warmer place than we think. G．More importantly, the current supports one of the richest ocean ecosystems. 【答案】36．D 37．B 38．C 39．A 40．G 【导语】本文介绍Humboldt企鹅并非都生活在南极，依靠自身身体特征与洪堡寒流，它们能在南美温暖沿海生存。 【详解】36．由上文“I had to look twice.(我不得不多看两眼。)”以及下文“Yet these birds appeared perfectly comfortable.(然而这些企鹅看起来十分自在。)”可知，空格描述当时环境炎热，和企鹅安然的状态形成转折对比。D项“It was late July and the rooftop was baking under direct sunshine.(当时是七月末，屋顶在烈日下酷热难耐。)”符合语境。 37．由上文“I had always associated penguins with snow and ice.(我一直以为企鹅都生活在冰雪之中。)”可知，作者固有印象是企鹅生活在冰雪环境，下文介绍Humboldt企鹅生活在温暖地区，上下文构成转折。B项“But nature, as it often does, had another story to tell.(但大自然向来另有一番景象。)”承接上文固有认知，引出下文事实。 38．由上文“Their feathers are lighter, and they have bare pink skin around their eyes for cooling. They also have a slimmer body shape to release heat more efficiently.(它们的羽毛更轻薄，眼周裸露着粉色皮肤用来散热。它们还有更纤细的体型，以便更高效地释放热量。)”可知，本段在列举企鹅适应高温的身体特征。C项“All these physical adaptations help them cope with the heat.(所有这些身体上的适应性特征帮助它们应对高温。)”是对前文一系列特征的总结。 39．由上文“Yet even these adaptations cannot fully explain their success near the tropics.(但即便有这些适应性特征，也无法完全解释它们为何能在热带附近生存。)”可知，需要引出另一个关键原因，下文“Today known as the Humboldt Current, it cools the sea and the air above it, creating a mild coastal climate.(如今被称作洪堡寒流，它冷却海水以及其上方的空气，造就了温和的沿海气候。)”介绍洪堡寒流。A项“The answer lies in the Humboldt Current.(答案在于洪堡寒流。)”引出下文核心原因。 40．由下文“Cold water rising from the deep carries rich nutrients... providing a reliable food source for the penguins.(深海上升冷水带来丰富养分，滋养大量鱼类，给企鹅提供稳定食物来源。)”可知，本段介绍寒流带来的生态好处。G项“More importantly, the current supports one of the richest ocean ecosystems.(更重要的是，这股寒流孕育了地球上最富饶的海洋生态系统之一。)”总起本段内容。 三、完形填空 （本题15分）The first time I saw a red-crowned crane (丹顶鹤), I didn’t know its name. I took a photo out of boredom and posted it online. Three days later, my 41 teacher called me in. That photo would change my life in ways I could never have 42 . “Do you know what you found?” Ms. Chen asked, her voice trembling with 43 . I shook my head. She turned her screen towards me. “This is a red-crowned crane. Fewer than 2,000 44 in the wild. Scientists thought they no longer visited this area. You proved them wrong.” Deeply touched yet 45 , I asked what I ought to do. She replied softly, “Protect it.” I hesitated, explaining that as a student, I lacked the ability to 46 . She gently responded, “You have already noticed this creature. That is where it all begins.” I began visiting the wetlands every weekend, not just to take photos, but to 47 their behavior and learn their living patterns. The process required patience and was often 48 . For a long time, there was no sign of them. Yet one morning, I saw them come back. I came to realize that conservation is not about grand 49 , but about small, consistent efforts. We do not need to be experts. We only need to be 50 . Looking back, every small act of 51 for the cranes, every step I took to protect their home — it all 52 . The next spring, the cranes appeared 53 at the protected site. Often, an old man would also be there, watching the cranes. He approached me. “Seeing your efforts has made me 54 ,” he said, “I used to just walk by. Now I bring a bag and pick up trash too.” I smiled, understanding what this meant: love for 55 passes on. 41．(1分)A．biology B．math C．music D．history 42．(1分)A．expected B．understood C．conveyed D．stated 43．(1分)A．worry B．fear C．excitement D．doubt 44．(1分)A．starve B．resist C．hunt D．remain 45．(1分)A．confident B．grateful C．uncertain D．patient 46．(1分)A．make a decision B．make a difference C．make a model D．make a mess 47．(1分)A．question B．repeat C．report D．observe 48．(1分)A．challenging B．relaxing C．comfortable D．flexible 49．(1分)A．speeches B．sources C．occasions D．designs 50．(1分)A．selfish B．modest C．proud D．devoted 51．(1分)A．pity B．care C．shock D．sharing 52．(1分)A．gave up B．turned up C．got up D．added up 53．(1分)A．suddenly B．fortunately C．regularly D．sincerely 54．(1分)A．stop B．change C．wait D．manage 55．(1分)A．society B．future C．nature D．family 【答案】 41．A 42．A 43．C 44．D 45．C 46．B 47．D 48．A 49．A 50．D 51．B 52．D 53．C 54．B 55．C 【导语】作者偶然拍到丹顶鹤，投身湿地保护，明白保护重在点滴坚持，自己的行动也带动他人，让对自然的热爱得以传递。 【详解】41．考查名词。句意：三天后，我的生物老师把我叫了进去。A. biology生物；B. math数学；C. music音乐；D. history历史。根据后文第二段“This is a red‑crowned crane. Fewer than 2,000 remain in the wild.”可知，能够识别丹顶鹤这种野生动物的应该是生物老师。 42．考查动词。句意：那张照片会以我从未预料到的方式改变我的人生。A. expected预料，期待；B. understood理解；C. conveyed传达；D. stated陈述。根据前文“I took a photo out of boredom and posted it online.”推测，作者只是无聊随手拍照上传，完全没料到照片会改变自己的生活。 43．考查名词。句意：陈老师问：“你知道你发现了什么吗？”她的声音因激动而颤抖。A. worry担忧；B. fear害怕；C. excitement激动；D. doubt怀疑。根据后文“Scientists thought they no longer visited this area. You proved them wrong.”可知，发现野生丹顶鹤是重大发现，老师内心十分激动。 44．考查动词。句意：野外存活的丹顶鹤不足2000只。A. starve挨饿；B. resist抵抗；C. hunt狩猎；D. remain留存，存活。根据第一段“red‑crowned crane”以及后文“Scientists thought they no longer visited this area.”可知，此处表达野外现存丹顶鹤的数量。 45．考查形容词。句意：我深受触动却又拿不定主意，询问我应该做些什么。A. confident自信的；B. grateful感激的；C. uncertain不确定的，拿不定主意的；D. patient有耐心的。根据后文“I asked what I ought to do”可知，作者内心不知所措，所以询问老师该怎么做。 46．考查动词短语。句意：我犹豫了，解释说作为一名学生，我没有能力产生影响。A. make a decision做决定；B. make a difference产生影响，起作用；C. make a model做模型；D. make a mess弄得一团糟。根据前文“as a student”以及后文“She gently responded, “You have already noticed this creature. That is where it all begins.””可知，此处指作者认为自己是学生，没办法为保护丹顶鹤发挥作用。 47．考查动词。句意：我每个周末都去湿地，不只是拍照，还要观察它们的行为，了解它们的生活模式。A. question质疑；B. repeat重复；C. report报道；D. observe观察。根据后文“learn their living patterns”以及语境可知，想要了解生活习性，就要观察动物行为。 48．考查形容词。句意：这个过程需要耐心，而且常常充满挑战。A. challenging有挑战性的；B. relaxing令人放松的；C. comfortable舒适的；D. flexible灵活的。根据后文“For a long time, there was no sign of them.”可知，很长时间见不到丹顶鹤，这份保护工作是有难度的。 49．考查名词。句意：我逐渐意识到，保护工作无关豪言壮语，而在于微小且持续的努力。A. speeches演说；B. sources来源；C. occasions场合；D. designs设计。根据后文“but about small, consistent efforts”可知，but构成转折，和微小实际努力形成对比的是宏大的口头演说。 50．考查形容词。句意：我们不必成为专家，我们只需要全身心投入。A. selfish自私的；B. modest谦虚的；C. proud骄傲的；D. devoted投入的，尽心尽责的。根据前文“consistent efforts”以及语境可知，保护工作需要的是持续投入付出，而非专业身份。 51．考查名词。句意：回首往事，每一次对丹顶鹤小小的关爱，每一步我为保护它们家园所做的努力——所有这些都发挥了作用。A. pity怜悯；B. care关爱，照料；C. shock震惊；D. sharing分享。根据后文“every step I took to protect their home”以及语境可知，此处指对丹顶鹤的关心爱护。 52．考查动词短语。句意：回首往事，每一次对丹顶鹤小小的关爱，每一步我为保护它们家园所做的努力——所有这些都累积起效。A. gave up放弃；B. turned up出现；C. got up起床；D. added up累积。根据前文“small, consistent efforts”可知，此处指一点一滴的小事积累起来就会有意义。 53．考查副词。句意：第二年春天，丹顶鹤频繁出现在这片受保护的湿地区域。A. suddenly突然；B. fortunately幸运地；C. regularly定期地，经常；D. sincerely真诚地。根据第三段“Yet one morning, I saw them come back”以及语境可知，此处指经过保护，丹顶鹤开始经常来到这片栖息地。 54．考查动词。句意：“看到你的努力让我发生了改变，”他说，“我以前只是路过，现在我会带上袋子捡垃圾。”A. stop停止；B. change改变；C. wait等待；D. manage设法完成。根据后文“I used to just walk by. Now I bring a bag and pick up trash too.”可知，此处指老人前后行为发生了转变。 55．考查名词。句意：我笑了，明白了这其中的含义：对大自然的热爱会代代传递。A. society社会；B. future未来；C. nature大自然；D. family家庭。根据第四段“Looking back, every small act of 　　　　 for the cranes, every step I took to protect their home”以及语境可知，全文围绕保护丹顶鹤、湿地野生动物展开，属于保护自然的主题。 四、语法填空 （本题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。 On July 27, 2026, the 48th UNESCO World Heritage Committee meeting took place in Busan. At the meeting, the Changshan Islands Migratory Bird Habitat in Dalian, Liaoning Province 56(1.5分) (approve) to be included as an extension to the World Natural Heritage site of the Yellow and Bohai Gulf Migratory Bird Habitats. Located in the northern Yellow Sea, the Changshan Islands serve as a vital energy station on 57(1.5分) millions of migratory birds rely during their annual long-distance journey. However, coastal development 58(1.5分) (cause) severe loss of suitable habitats on these islands in the past few years. Living difficulties 59(1.5分) (arise) from habitat loss make birds search desperately 60(1.5分) food and shelter. Accordingly, many scientists expressed 61(1.5分) (anticipate) that the islands would fill a long-standing gap of temperate rocky island heritage sites within China’s conservation network. With four isolated core island reef zones 62(1.5分) (include), the newly-added heritage area boasts rich coastal and island habitats, providing birds shelter from freezing winds and highlighting the value of coastal protection. Local authorities promise strict and practical 63(1.5分) (measure) to protect the fragile ecosystem and maintain long-term ecological balance. Volunteers are 64(1.5分) (urgent) called on to raise public awareness of wildlife protection. With all the efforts, it is believed that the islands will remain a safe home for migratory birds and offer people 65(1.5分) unique chance to appreciate coastal biodiversity. 【答案】 56．was approved 57．which 58．has caused 59．arising 60．for 61．anticipation 62．included 63．measures 64．urgently 65．a 【导语】本文讲述辽宁大连长山群岛候鸟栖息地成功增补为世界自然遗产地，介绍了该地对候鸟迁徙的重要意义、面临的栖息地破坏问题，以及当地为保护海岛生态和候鸟资源采取的相关举措。 【详解】56．考查时态和语态。句意：会上，辽宁省大连市长山群岛候鸟栖息地获批列入黄渤海候鸟栖息地世界自然遗产扩展项目。主语the Changshan Islands Migratory Bird Habitat与approve为被动关系，根据前文过去时间状语“On July 27, 2026”可知，时态为一般过去时的被动语态，主语为第三人称单数，所以谓语动词为was approved。 57．考查定语从句。句意：长山群岛位于黄海北部，是数百万候鸟年度长途迁徙途中赖以生存的重要能量补给站。“介词on+关系代词”引导定语从句，先行词指物，介词后只能用which。 58．考查时态。句意：然而，在过去几年里，海岸开发导致这些岛屿适宜的栖息地严重流失。in the past few years为现在完成时标志，谓语动词用现在完成时形式，主语为第三人称单数，所以谓语动词为has caused。 59．考查非谓语动词。句意：栖息地减少带来的生存困境，让鸟类拼命寻找食物和栖息处。arise与前面名词difficulties为主动关系，用现在分词arising作后置定语。 60．考查介词。句意：栖息地减少带来的生存困境，让鸟类拼命寻找食物和栖息处。固定搭配search for，意为“寻找”，所以使用介词for。 61．考查名词。句意：因此，许多科学家期待这些岛屿能够填补我国保护体系中长期缺失的温带岩岛遗产地空白。动词expressed后接名词作宾语，需将动词anticipate转换为名词形式anticipation，意为“期待”。 62．考查非谓语动词。句意：新增遗产区域包含四处独立的核心岛礁片区，拥有丰富的海岸与海岛栖息地，为鸟类抵御寒风提供庇护，凸显海岸保护的价值。with复合结构中，宾语four isolated core island reef zones与include为被动关系，用过去分词included作宾补。 63．考查名词复数。句意：当地政府承诺采取严格可行的措施，保护脆弱的生态系统，维持长期生态平衡。measure表示“措施”时为可数名词，此处泛指多项措施，用复数形式。 64．考查副词。句意：相关部门紧急号召志愿者提高公众的野生动物保护意识。修饰动词短语需要用副词urgently，意为“紧急地”。 65．考查冠词。句意：在各方努力下，这些岛屿将持续成为候鸟的安全家园，也为人们提供领略海岸生物多样性的独特机会。此处表泛指，unique以辅音音素开头，用不定冠词a。 五、书信写作 66．（本题15分）校英文报新增“环境热议”专栏，话题“当今生态环境受到影响，该依靠自然自我疗愈，还是科技修复”引发讨论。请你给栏目投稿，内容包括： （1）你的观点； （2）阐述理由。 注意： （1）写作词数应为80左右； （2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Nature’s Healing: Hands Off or Hands On? _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】 Nature’s Healing: Hands Off or Hands On? From my perspective, restoring damaged ecosystems requires a wise combination of respecting nature’s self-healing power and applying advanced technology.   Nature has an incredible ability to recover on its own: when protected from human disturbance like deforestation or overfishing, degraded forests and wetlands can gradually regenerate, supporting native wildlife naturally. However, for severely polluted areas or species on the edge of extinction, technology offers critical help — such as AI monitoring for endangered animals and eco-friendly cleanup tools. Only by balancing the two can we best protect our planet. 【导语】题目要求围绕“生态修复依靠自然自我疗愈还是科技修复”这一话题写一篇文章投稿，需明确表明个人观点并阐述理由。 【详解】1. 词汇积累 方面，层面：perspective → viewpoint 能力：ability → capability 至关重要的：critical → crucial 保护：protect → safeguard 2. 句式拓展 简单句变复合句 原句：However, for severely polluted areas or species on the edge of extinction, technology offers critical help — such as AI monitoring for endangered animals and eco-friendly cleanup tools. 拓展句：However, for severely polluted areas or species on the edge of extinction, technology offers critical help — such as AI monitoring for endangered animals and eco-friendly cleanup tools, which can significantly improve conservation outcomes. 【点睛】[高分句型1] From my perspective, restoring damaged ecosystems requires a wise combination of respecting nature’s self-healing power and applying advanced technology. (运用了动名词短语作主语) [高分句型2] Only by balancing the two can we best protect our planet. (运用了“only+状语”置于句首的部分倒装结构) 六、书面表达 67．（本题25分）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。 As someone who always enjoyed gardening, I volunteered to help manage a small woodland during my summer break. I arrived early in the summer, before most wildflowers had bloomed. Seeing what I thought was an overgrown patch (小块土地) of weeds in an open land, I sprayed herbicide (除草剂), pulled out every plant I didn’t recognize, and cut back the surrounding trees to make the place look “tidy.” The following summer, I returned. The “weeds” I had destroyed had grown back around the edges where I hadn’t sprayed — and they were stunning. Bright orange flowers, tall purple spikes, delicate white blooms — plants I had never seen before. I knelt down, confused. Old Man Thompson, who had lived next door for seventy years, hobbled over. He looked at the flowers, then at me, his eyes soft but sad. “Those used to cover this whole patch,” he said quietly. “They held the soil together. My wife used to say, ‘Take care of the flowers, and they’ll take care of the land.’ She picked a handful every summer before she passed.” He paused, then patted my shoulder. “You didn’t know. But without them, this place isn’t the same.” That night, I lay on my bed, his words echoing in my ears. I pulled out my phone and searched for every plant I could remember. I learned their names: butterfly weed, blazing star, prairie clover. I learned they were native, precious, and increasingly rare. I ordered a shovel (铲子), a packet of mixed native seeds online, along with an old field guide that a forum had recommended. I also copied the planting instructions into my notebook. As I flipped through the guide when it arrived, one sentence caught my eye: “Native plants are the land itself. Lose them, and you lose the place.” I had thought I was just cleaning up. But I had been erasing something that had held this ground together for longer than I could imagine. I didn’t know if I could bring it back. But I had seeds. And I had all summer. 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。 I walked back to the patch the next morning — this time not with herbicide. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The next summer, I hurried to the patch and found an old man there, lost in the blossoms. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】       I walked back to the patch the next morning — this time not with herbicide. Slung over my shoulder were the seeds, a hand shovel, and a notebook filled with plant information I had searched overnight. Guilt weighing heavily on my heart, I knelt down, loosened compacted earth with my small shovel and scattered native seeds evenly. Determined to make up for my stupid mistake, I returned every dawn — watering gently and watching tiny green shoots push upward. By the time my summer break ended, the patch was dotted with fragile seedlings. I packed my bags with a heavy heart, leaving behind only hope and a whispered promise to the land. The next summer, I hurried to the patch and found an old man there, lost in the blossoms. The patch had transformed — orange and purple waves swaying, bees diving into every bloom, the air thick with wild sweetness. He knelt among them, fingers tracing a petal as if reading a letter. He looked up excitedly, eyes wet, and whispered, “You brought them back.” I opened my mouth, but no words came. Seeing the sea of blossoms and the old man’s glistening eyes, I felt a weight lift off my shoulders. Suddenly the guide’s words came back to me: “Native plants are the land itself.” I had erased them once. Now I was learning that true care is not about blind tidiness — it is about listening to nature and mending what we broke. 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述作者暑假志愿打理林地，误把本土野花当作杂草清除。次年他发现被除掉的野花在边角重新绽放，邻居汤普森老人告知这些野花的价值与往事。作者查阅资料，了解到这些珍稀本土植物的重要性，决心播种修复这片土地。 【详解】1.段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容可知，本段可以写作者心怀愧疚，来到林地播撒本土种子，每日悉心照料。假期结束时，地里长出幼苗，他满怀希望许下承诺。 ②由第二段首句内容可知，本段可以写来年夏天，作者看到野花重现，老人深受触动。作者感悟到真正的爱护不是盲目修整，而是修复自然。 2.续写线索：作者心怀愧疚——播撒本土种子——悉心照料——野花重现——老人深受触动——作者感悟 3.词类激活： 行为类： ①低声说：whisper/murmur ②看见：see/spot/catch sight of 情绪类： ①懊悔：guilt/remorse/regret ②高兴地：excitedly/happily/in delight 【点睛】【高分句型1】Guilt weighing heavily on my heart, I knelt down, loosened compacted earth with my small shovel and scattered native seeds evenly. (运用了独立主格结构) 【高分句型2】Now I was learning that true care is not about blind tidiness — it is about listening to nature and mending what we broke.(分别运用了that和what引导的宾语从句) 2 / 2 2 / 2 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 高中英语单元测试——Unit 6 Earth First（较易版01） 学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________ 一、听力选择题 1．（本题1.5分）What did the man do in the river? A．He did some research. B．He caught a lot of fish. C．He swam with his coworker. 2．（本题1.5分）Why does the man intend to buy a new bike? A．To be environment-friendly. B．To save money on fuel costs. C．To stay in fashion. 3．（本题1.5分）What are the speakers going to see? A．Tigers. B．Lions. C．Pandas. 4．（本题1.5分）Where does the conversation probably take place? A．In a pet store. B．In a circus tent. C．At a wildlife park. 5．（本题1.5分）What are the speakers discussing? A．A measure. B．An agreement. C．Environmental pollution. （本题3分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 6．(1.5分)What are the speakers mainly talking about? A．A new book. B．Life in the 19th century. C．A modern way of thinking. 7．(1.5分)How does Mark feel about the future of whales? A．Curious. B．Worried. C．Optimistic. （本题4.5分）听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 8．(1.5分)What is the story about London based on? A．Teamwork. B．Clean Air Act. C．Air pollution. 9．(1.5分)What does the woman say about her city? A．It is heavily polluted. B．Many factories will be built. C．Factories are moving out of town. 10．(1.5分)Who has taken measures to protect the environment in the woman’s city? A．Old factories. B．The government. C．Individuals. （本题4.5分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 11．(1.5分)What’s the probable relationship between the speakers? A．Teammates. B．Professor and student. C．Interviewer and interviewee. 12．(1.5分)Why is the newly discovered dinosaur special? A．It stands on three legs. B．It likes eating leaves. C．It has two fingers. 13．(1.5分)What will the woman discuss next? A．Another dinosaur species. B．Her next research region. C．Dinosaurs moving between regions. （本题6分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 14．(1.5分)Who is the man? A．A host. B．A star. C．A researcher. 15．(1.5分)What do we know about Genie? A．She lives in Hawaii. B．She was the longest shark. C．She traveled a long distance. 16．(1.5分)What was the scientists’ response towards Genie’s journey? A．Worried. B．Amazed. C．Doubtful. 17．(1.5分)What will the speakers talk about later? A．The tracking system. B．Some clever whales. C．A new song. （本题4.5分）听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 18．(1.5分)What is Nadine Hamdy in charge of? A．Teaching dogs to swim. B．Mapping out marketing strategies. C．Giving a show to pet owners. 19．(1.5分)What do we know about Adam Kilani? A．He has a three-year-old pet dog. B．He is from Matrouh Governorate. C．He found pleasure in learning pet care. 20．(1.5分)What did Lina Kamal attach importance to? A．The benefits of hosting various events in tourist resorts. B．The promotion of the culture of pet ownership. C．The protection of homeless animals. 二、阅读理解 （本题7.5分）Eco-friendly Disposable Plates Our planet faces a growing waste problem. Single-use plastic plates are major contributors. Eco-friendly disposable plates provide a practical solution. But what exactly are they, and why should we choose them? Let’s explore. Eco-friendly plates are made from natural, renewable materials that decompose quickly and safely. This means they break down into natural elements in a short time without harming the environment. Benefits of Using Eco-friendly Plates Switching to eco-friendly plates has many advantages. Here are some key benefits: ●Reduces Waste: Traditional plates take hundreds of years to break down. Eco-friendly plates break down in months. ●Lower Carbon Footprint: These plates use less energy and resources to produce. ●Safe for Health: Made from natural materials, they do not release harmful chemicals. ●Supports Sustainability: They promote the use of renewable resources. Materials Used in Eco-friendly Plates Eco-friendly plates come from various sustainable materials. Here are some common ones: Material Description Bamboo Strong, durable, and grows fast. Palm Leaves Leaves are collected, cleaned, and shaped into plates. Sugarcane A by-product of sugar production, biodegradable, heat-resistant. Areca Nut Leaves are molded into durable plates, no chemicals used. How to Choose the Right Eco-friendly Plates Consider these factors when selecting eco-friendly plates: ●Material: Choose a material that suits your needs. ●Durability: Check if the plates can hold hot and cold foods. ●Compostability (可堆肥性): Ensure the plates are certified compostable. ●Price: Compare prices to find a budget-friendly option. Eco-friendly disposable plates offer a simple way to help the environment. They are practical, safe, and sustainable. Make the switch today and join the movement towards a greener planet. 21．(2.5分)What advantage do eco-friendly plates have over plastic ones? A．They are costly. B．They break down faster. C．They are reusable. D．They produce less energy. 22．(2.5分)Which plates can handle hot items comparatively well? A．Bamboo plates. B．Palm leaf plates. C．Areca nut plates. D．Sugarcane plates. 23．(2.5分)What should we check when choosing eco-friendly plates? A．Whether they are handmade. B．Whether they are the cheapest. C．Whether they are hot or cold. D．Whether they are compostable. （本题10分）Posting photos of local plants may not seem like a normal way to success as a social media influencer. But Kyle Lybarger, born and raised in Alabama, has found unexpected Internet fame by introducing his followers to the overlooked world of southeastern plants. In an interview, Lybarger credits his success to stubbornness, to a positive energy he inherited from his late dad and, largely, to not worrying about what others think. “I was a deer hunter, forester, a man posting about flowers,” he says. “You have to really care the least about what people think of you to do that.” About a decade ago, Lybarger cleared a small area of land in a forest to grow plants whose fruits would attract deer and wild turkeys. He even applied some herbicide (除草剂) and cut down the surrounding trees to let in more light. The next summer, he found the additional sunlight brought a beautiful surprise: an amazing variety of wild flowers. After he posted the flowers on Facebook, a local botanist and science teacher got in touch, confirming some rare and vulnerable species, such as Alabama larkspur. Lybarger suddenly realized that the grassland he had killed was ideal for attracting wildlife itself. This experience inspired him to dive into a body of research indicating that historically the Southeast was home to expansive grasslands as well as those wild flowers. It was then that Lybarger found his mission: to save the remaining grasslands and flora. Together with a botanist from Auburn University, he appealed on all the major social media platforms to forest owners and farmers to stop mowing (修剪草坪) and using herbicides. In 2023 he partnered with an artist to design a T-shirt featuring the rare plants, hoping to raise public awareness and help pay for conservation. The project ended up raising over $100,000 in less than a year, most of which went to his conservation efforts. “My biggest contribution comes through education on social media, influencing people to grow the native plants that best support declining pollinators (授粉昆虫) and other insects,” he says, “One person, one yard, one-tenth of an acre can make a bigger difference than you think.” 24．(2.5分)According to Lybarger, he mainly owes his success to ________. A．his enthusiasm about native plants B．the development of internet industry C．the spiritual support from his late dad D．his freedom from others’ judgement 25．(2.5分)What led Lybarger to discover the value of the wild flowers? A．His being brought up in Alabama. B．His being a sociable forester. C．His working experience as a hunter. D．The feedback from a local botanist. 26．(2.5分)Why does the writer mention the money in paragraph 4? A．To indicate the difficulty of their project. B．To show the artistic value of their design. C．To prove the success of the project. D．To explain the ambition of his team. 27．(2.5分)What message does Lybarger want to convey in the last paragraph? A．Virtue is its own reward. B．Many drops make a shower. C．Roses given, fragrance in hand. D．Wisdom begins with admitting your ignorance. （本题10分）Jellyfish are among the oldest living creatures on Earth, having existed for over 500 million years. These soft-bodied animals live in oceans worldwide, from warm tropical seas to freezing deep waters, and survive in surprisingly tough conditions. Unlike fish, jellyfish have no bones, brain, or heart. Their bodies are 95% water, which helps them float easily. The bell-shaped body can contract (收缩) and relax to push water backward, moving the jellyfish forward. Though they do not swim at high speed, this simple movement is fully enough for their daily life. Most jellyfish have long, thin tentacles (触手) hanging below their bodies, some of which can reach several meters in length. These tentacles carry stinging cells that can paralyze small fish and other prey (猎物) before they are eaten. Jellyfish are mostly transparent, making them hard to see in the water for both their natural enemies and their prey. This protects them from larger hunters. They can also survive in low-oxygen environments where most fish cannot live. When food is scarce, some jellyfish can shrink their bodies and survive on very little energy for months, and they will slowly return to normal size once there is enough food again. Studying these ancient sea creatures, scientists find jellyfish amazing for another reason: they have adapted well to changing oceans over long periods. Warmer water and pollution have harmed many ocean species, driving some to the edge of disappearance, but jellyfish populations are growing in many coastal areas. Some researchers worry that too many jellyfish could disturb the balance of ocean ecosystems (生态系统). However, others see them as a valuable source of medicine, since certain chemicals in jellyfish may help treat human diseases. 28．(2.5分)What helps jellyfish float easily in water? A．Their strong tentacles. B．Their bone structure. C．Their high water content. D．Their brain system. 29．(2.5分)Why are jellyfish difficult to see in the ocean? A．They move very fast. B．They are mostly see-through. C．They stay deep in the water. D．They change colors often. 30．(2.5分)What does the underlined word “paralyze” in Paragraph 2 probably mean? A．Attract. B．Track. C．Swallow. D．Disable. 31．(2.5分)What can we learn from the last paragraph? A．Jellyfish are harmed by warmer oceans. B．All scientists worry about jellyfish growth. C．Jellyfish may have medical value for humans. D．Jellyfish cannot live in polluted water. （本题10分）Oysters (牡蛎) are called “ecosystem engineers”. They build reefs (礁) using living oysters and shells left by past generations. As important parts of ocean environments, oyster reefs offer shelters for hundreds of sea creatures and keep the natural balance of sea waters. Unfortunately, fishing activities and coastal development have caused severe damage, and around 85 percent of oyster reefs across Australia have disappeared so far. To save the fading reefs, researchers have been working hard to create man-made habitats for oysters. They first studied natural oyster reefs carefully and made an important discovery: natural reefs are not just random piles of shells, but well-organized three-dimensional (三维的) structures. The shape of a reef plays a key role in the survival of sea life and the growth speed of the reef itself. To figure out whether this rule can work in man-made reefs, the researchers used 3D imaging technology to examine surviving Sydney rock oyster reefs. Based on the collected data, they built computer models and designed 16 types of concrete units with different heights and shapes. These units were placed in three bays near natural reefs. For a long time, the team kept tracking young oysters to record their settlement, growth and survival conditions. The final results showed that the most effective designs were neither the tallest nor the most difficult ones. The best structures copied features of natural reefs, offering plenty of small hidden spaces. These spaces could protect baby oysters from natural enemies and bad environmental influences. Although total surface area matters, young oysters are tiny and easily affected by outside threats. It is meaningless to attract large numbers of young oysters if the reef cannot keep them alive. This research brings practical advice for the recovery of global oyster reefs. Professor Joshua Madin points out that nature has created perfect designs for reefs. People just need to learn these natural rules and put them into use, so that oyster reefs can grow better and last longer. 32．(2.5分)Why are oysters called “ecosystem engineers”? A．They control reef growth speed. B．They help shape coastal habitats. C．They balance the climate of the sea. D．They show many different kinds of sea life. 33．(2.5分)What is the main purpose of the scientists’ research in Paragraph 3? A．To compare different kinds of wild oysters in Australia. B．To improve the 3D imaging technology for sea research. C．To find out if the reef structure really works as expected. D．To record the total number of oysters in three nearby bays. 34．(2.5分)What did the best design of oyster reefs feature? A．Many difficult designs. B．Fully closed structures. C．Widely spaced structures. D．Plenty of small sheltered spaces. 35．(2.5分)What does the author imply in the last paragraph? A．Destroyed oyster reefs are difficult to rebuild. B．Man-made reefs can fully replace natural ones. C．The recovery of reefs depends on new technical ways. D．Nature gives us a good example for the recovery of oyster reefs. （本题12.5分）Why are there penguins living outdoors in summer? The OZEANEUM in northern Germany has a rocky pool on its rooftop. Every now and then, a fluffy brown-and-white head comes out from one of the artificial nesting caves — a penguin. I had to look twice. 36(2.5分) Yet these birds appeared perfectly comfortable. For a moment, I wondered if my eyes were playing tricks on me. Had someone forgotten to tell them they belong in Antarctica? No. These are Humboldt penguins, one of the few species that naturally live in warm regions of South America. I had always associated penguins with snow and ice. 37(2.5分) The Humboldt penguin is native to the coastal area from Peru to central Chile. Some groups even live surprisingly close to the equator. The species was named after Alexander von Humboldt, who first observed them on his expedition. Unlike their Antarctic relatives, Humboldt penguins have spent millions of years adapting to warmer environments. Their feathers are lighter, and they have bare pink skin around their eyes for cooling. They also have a slimmer body shape to release heat more efficiently. 38(2.5分) Yet even these adaptations cannot fully explain their success near the tropics. 39(2.5分) During his expedition, Humboldt found coastal waters unexpectedly cold and identified a vast current from Antarctica. Today known as the Humboldt Current, it cools the sea and the air above it, creating a mild coastal climate. 40(2.5分) Cold water rising from the deep carries rich nutrients to the surface, feeding huge fish populations and providing a reliable food source for the penguins. That’s why Humboldt penguins deserve the name: without the Humboldt Current, they would almost not exist. A．The answer lies in the Humboldt Current. B．But nature, as it often does, had another story to tell. C．All these physical adaptations help them cope with the heat. D．It was late July and the rooftop was baking under direct sunshine. E．This explains why they are found along the coasts of South America. F．However, penguins actually prefer a much warmer place than we think. G．More importantly, the current supports one of the richest ocean ecosystems. 三、完形填空 （本题15分）The first time I saw a red-crowned crane (丹顶鹤), I didn’t know its name. I took a photo out of boredom and posted it online. Three days later, my 41 teacher called me in. That photo would change my life in ways I could never have 42 . “Do you know what you found?” Ms. Chen asked, her voice trembling with 43 . I shook my head. She turned her screen towards me. “This is a red-crowned crane. Fewer than 2,000 44 in the wild. Scientists thought they no longer visited this area. You proved them wrong.” Deeply touched yet 45 , I asked what I ought to do. She replied softly, “Protect it.” I hesitated, explaining that as a student, I lacked the ability to 46 . She gently responded, “You have already noticed this creature. That is where it all begins.” I began visiting the wetlands every weekend, not just to take photos, but to 47 their behavior and learn their living patterns. The process required patience and was often 48 . For a long time, there was no sign of them. Yet one morning, I saw them come back. I came to realize that conservation is not about grand 49 , but about small, consistent efforts. We do not need to be experts. We only need to be 50 . Looking back, every small act of 51 for the cranes, every step I took to protect their home — it all 52 . The next spring, the cranes appeared 53 at the protected site. Often, an old man would also be there, watching the cranes. He approached me. “Seeing your efforts has made me 54 ,” he said, “I used to just walk by. Now I bring a bag and pick up trash too.” I smiled, understanding what this meant: love for 55 passes on. 41．(1分)A．biology B．math C．music D．history 42．(1分)A．expected B．understood C．conveyed D．stated 43．(1分)A．worry B．fear C．excitement D．doubt 44．(1分)A．starve B．resist C．hunt D．remain 45．(1分)A．confident B．grateful C．uncertain D．patient 46．(1分)A．make a decision B．make a difference C．make a model D．make a mess 47．(1分)A．question B．repeat C．report D．observe 48．(1分)A．challenging B．relaxing C．comfortable D．flexible 49．(1分)A．speeches B．sources C．occasions D．designs 50．(1分)A．selfish B．modest C．proud D．devoted 51．(1分)A．pity B．care C．shock D．sharing 52．(1分)A．gave up B．turned up C．got up D．added up 53．(1分)A．suddenly B．fortunately C．regularly D．sincerely 54．(1分)A．stop B．change C．wait D．manage 55．(1分)A．society B．future C．nature D．family 四、语法填空 （本题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。 On July 27, 2026, the 48th UNESCO World Heritage Committee meeting took place in Busan. At the meeting, the Changshan Islands Migratory Bird Habitat in Dalian, Liaoning Province 56(1.5分) (approve) to be included as an extension to the World Natural Heritage site of the Yellow and Bohai Gulf Migratory Bird Habitats. Located in the northern Yellow Sea, the Changshan Islands serve as a vital energy station on 57(1.5分) millions of migratory birds rely during their annual long-distance journey. However, coastal development 58(1.5分) (cause) severe loss of suitable habitats on these islands in the past few years. Living difficulties 59(1.5分) (arise) from habitat loss make birds search desperately 60(1.5分) food and shelter. Accordingly, many scientists expressed 61(1.5分) (anticipate) that the islands would fill a long-standing gap of temperate rocky island heritage sites within China’s conservation network. With four isolated core island reef zones 62(1.5分) (include), the newly-added heritage area boasts rich coastal and island habitats, providing birds shelter from freezing winds and highlighting the value of coastal protection. Local authorities promise strict and practical 63(1.5分) (measure) to protect the fragile ecosystem and maintain long-term ecological balance. Volunteers are 64(1.5分) (urgent) called on to raise public awareness of wildlife protection. With all the efforts, it is believed that the islands will remain a safe home for migratory birds and offer people 65(1.5分) unique chance to appreciate coastal biodiversity. 五、书信写作 66．（本题15分）校英文报新增“环境热议”专栏，话题“当今生态环境受到影响，该依靠自然自我疗愈，还是科技修复”引发讨论。请你给栏目投稿，内容包括： （1）你的观点； （2）阐述理由。 注意： （1）写作词数应为80左右； （2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Nature’s Healing: Hands Off or Hands On? _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 六、书面表达 67．（本题25分）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。 As someone who always enjoyed gardening, I volunteered to help manage a small woodland during my summer break. I arrived early in the summer, before most wildflowers had bloomed. Seeing what I thought was an overgrown patch (小块土地) of weeds in an open land, I sprayed herbicide (除草剂), pulled out every plant I didn’t recognize, and cut back the surrounding trees to make the place look “tidy.” The following summer, I returned. The “weeds” I had destroyed had grown back around the edges where I hadn’t sprayed — and they were stunning. Bright orange flowers, tall purple spikes, delicate white blooms — plants I had never seen before. I knelt down, confused. Old Man Thompson, who had lived next door for seventy years, hobbled over. He looked at the flowers, then at me, his eyes soft but sad. “Those used to cover this whole patch,” he said quietly. “They held the soil together. My wife used to say, ‘Take care of the flowers, and they’ll take care of the land.’ She picked a handful every summer before she passed.” He paused, then patted my shoulder. “You didn’t know. But without them, this place isn’t the same.” That night, I lay on my bed, his words echoing in my ears. I pulled out my phone and searched for every plant I could remember. I learned their names: butterfly weed, blazing star, prairie clover. I learned they were native, precious, and increasingly rare. I ordered a shovel (铲子), a packet of mixed native seeds online, along with an old field guide that a forum had recommended. I also copied the planting instructions into my notebook. As I flipped through the guide when it arrived, one sentence caught my eye: “Native plants are the land itself. Lose them, and you lose the place.” I had thought I was just cleaning up. But I had been erasing something that had held this ground together for longer than I could imagine. I didn’t know if I could bring it back. But I had seeds. And I had all summer. 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。 I walked back to the patch the next morning — this time not with herbicide. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The next summer, I hurried to the patch and found an old man there, lost in the blossoms. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2 / 2 2 / 2 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $听力考试正式开始。You were in a river in this picture where you swimming? No. the river was polluted. So my work mates and I were taking measures of the water's temperature in PH. Was the pollution serious? Is any fish in the river now? You were in a river in this picture where you swimming? No, the river was polluted. So my work mates and I were taking measures of the waters temperature in PH. Was the pollution serious? Is any fishing in the river now? Listen to the next question. What a fashionable car you've got. thanks. I ve always wanted an electric one to try and save the planet. You know, we only have one planet. I guess you're right. I might get an electric bike to replace my motorbike as I can drive. Listen to the next question. I don't see any tigers . and lions . that strange, neither do I. Maybe they are arresting in their cages. In that case, let's go check out the pandas. Listen to the next question. Does this place keep animals to entertain people? It's wrong to keep animals locked up. even though it's so big. No, they take care of wild animals that were once kept as pets or used for circus performances and give them a good life. IT has excEllent animal welfare. Listen to the next question. Linda is negative about the state of the environment. He says the pollution is serious. Do you agree with her? In some ways? Yes, but since a series of measures have been taken, the situation will keep on improving. Linda is negative about the state of the environment. SHE says the pollution is serious. Do you agree with her? In some ways? Yes, but since a series of measures have been taken, the situation will keep on improving. Listen to the next question. Now for the guest on the show, the author mark silver, welcome. mark. Thank you for inviting me marry. You've just published a new book. Tell us a little . about IT well is set in the nineteen century when people's awareness of animal protection was not strong, and the central character is a man whose job is hunting wales . on the high seas. You mean yes. but he is unusual for the time, because he realizes whales should be protected. not hunted ah, he has a modern way of thinking. Do you think whales are still in danger even today? Certainly, but I think that the Younger generation values them more and will make efforts to protect them. Now for the guest on the show, the author mark silver, welcome. mark. Thank you for inviting me marry. You've just published a new book. Tell us a little . about IT well is set in the nineteen century when people's awareness of animal protection was not strong, and the central character is a man whose job . is hunting whales. Seas. you mean yes, but he is unusual for the time because he realizes whales should be protected. not hunted. He has a modern way of thinking. Do you think whales are still in danger even today? certainly. But I think that the Younger generation values them more and will make efforts to protect them. Listen to the next question. So you are from london, David. Some time ago I read an interesting story about the london smog. Oh yes, it's about a blind woman leading a man with good eyesight to his home in heavy smog. That's right. Since then, I ve always thought IT must be terrible to live in london. London is no longer like that. The yellow, black winter smog has disappeared since the clean air act took effect in one thousand nine fifty six. Since then, the average winter sunshine has doubled. Really, I wish we could get rid of their pollution here. IT seems that old factories are usually not equipped with pollution control system. But the trouble we have is that even some of the new factories didn't include pollution control measures when they were built. Besides, quite a number of factories were built in the middle of . living areas. Oh, that's too bad. Fortunately, our government has already made some policies to protect the environment. We can expect a cleaner and healthier city in the future. So you are from london, David. Some time ago I read an interesting story about the london smug. Oh yes, it's about a blind woman leading a man with good eyesight to his home in heavy smog. That's right. Since then, I ve always thought IT must be terrible to live in london. London is no longer like that. The yellow, black winter smoke has disappeared since the clean air act took effect in one thousand nine fifty six. Since then, the average winter sunshine has doubled. Really, I wish we could get rid of their pollution here. IT seems that old factories are usually not equipped with pollution control system. But the trouble we have is that even some of the new factories didn't include pollution control measures when they were built. Besides, quite a number of factories were built in the middle . of living areas. Oh, that's too bad. Fortunately, our government has already made some policies to protect the environment. We can expect a cleaner and healthier city in the future. Listen to the next question. Joining us on science today is professor darlin from the university of calgary in canada. So you are a dinosaur hunter. Is that right? Ha, that's one way of putting IT. Obviously, the dinosaur s died out millions of years ago, but I am part of a team that searches for dinosaurs. ones all over the world. And you ve found a new species in mongolia . that right in the goby desert, the animal would have weight about two hundred and sixty kilos s and stood on two legs. Is that to reach higher leaves in trees to eat. that's likely part of IT. And what separates IT from similar species is that its front lakes . are different. In what way are they bigger? IT has two fingers, while similar species have three. They would have lived all over asia and north amErica as far back as ninety million years ago. interesting. So which region do your team plan to explore next for your research? Joining us on science today is professor darlin from the university of calgary in canada. So you are a dinosaur hunter. Is that right? Ha, that's one way of putting IT. Obviously, the dinosaur s died out millions of years ago, but I am part of a team that searches for dinosaurs, ones all over the world. And you found a new species in mongolia . that's . right in the goby desert. The animal would have weighed about two hundred and sixty kilos s and stood on two legs. Is that to reach higher leaves in trees to eat? That's likely part of IT. And what separates IT from similar species is that its front legs are different. In what way are they bigger? IT has . two fingers, while similar species have three. They would have lived all over asia and north amErica as far back as ninety million years ago. interesting. So which region do your team plan to explore next for your research? Listen to the next question. Okay, Caroline, I know you have a story about a shock to. right? Yes, he is a star named to Jenny, a six food long silky shark. Oh, so what happened to her? Jane lived in an ocean reserve, and then he traveled half way to hawaii twice and circled all over the place in the area. In between. This journey by our girl, jane was impressive. IT turned out to be the longest silky shark journey on record. Did researchers know that sharks could travel? So far, other sharks that live there don't travel that far. So IT was actually kind of a surprise. Jane was in an ocean reserve with lots of food. So why leave? IT could have been to fight Better food or to give birth. But the taking system could help researchers answer that question one day. Okay, well, before we move on to some clever and interesting wales with big brains, let's have a rest and enjoy a new song. Okay, Caroline, I know you have a story about a shark . to share, right? Yes, he is a star named Jenny, a six foot long silky shark. Oh. so what happened to her? Jenny lived in an ocean reserve, and then he traveled half to hawaii twice and circled all over the place in the area in between. This journey by our girl, jane was impressive. IT turned out to be the longest silky shark journey on record. Did researchers know that sharks could travel so far? Other sharks that live there don't travel that far? So IT was actually kind of a surprise. Jane was in an ocean reserve with lots of food, so I leave. IT could have been to find Better food or to give birth, but the tracking system could help researchers answer that question one day. okay. Well, before we move on to some clever and interesting whales with big brains, let's have a rest and enjoy a new song. Listen to the next question. Hundreds of pet lovers and owners gathered on egypt's meditation ian north coast in metro govert for an annual pet carnival. IT provides pet lovers and owners with a chance to meet experts in pet care, breeding and nutrition. This is the first time to organize IT on the north coast, which is the plus for us, said the dean handy, marketing manager of the carnival. The event includes activities of pet medication and training, and offers a number of recreational activities for pets such as swimming and shows for adam colony, a visitor from neighbouring alexandria governor IT, the event was an unforgettable experience as his five year old pet dog, gawar, had learned to swim for the first time. IT is a great chance for me to learn about pet care in an amusing way, coloni said. Holding such events, especially in tourist resorts during the summer, will significantly promote the culture of pet ownership in egypt. Lenka, who brought her three year old dog to the carnival, said the event was important because IT raised the issue of street animals and offered solutions to their sad situation. Hundreds of pet lovers and owners gathered on egypt's mediterranean north coast in metro govert for an annual pet carnival. IT provides pet lovers and owners with a chance to meet experts in pet care, breeding and nutrition. This is the first time to organize IT on the north coast, which is a plus for us, said the dean, hmi marketing manager of the carnival. The event includes activities of pet medication and training, and offers a number of recreational activities for pets such as swimming and shows. For adam coloni, a visitor from neighbouring alexandria governor IT, the event was an unforgettable experience as his five year old pet dog, gawar, had learned to swim for the first time. IT is a great chance for me to learn about pet care in an amusing way, coloni said. Holding such events, especially in tourist resort during the summer, we'll significantly promote the culture of pet ownership in egypt. Lena, who brought her three year old dog to the carnival, said the event was important because IT raised the issue of street animals and offered solutions to their sad situation. 听力部分到此结束。