广东省揭阳第一中学、广东梅县东山中学2026-2027学年高三上学期11月期中考试英语试卷

2026-2027学年度 高三级第一学期期中考试英语科试卷 说明： 1. 答题前，请将姓名、班级和学校用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔填写在答题卡指定的位置上，并正确粘贴条形码。 2. 全卷共8页，考试时间120分钟，满分120分。 3. 作答单项选择题时，选出每题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目答案标号的信息点框涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其它答案。作答非选择题时，用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔把答案写在答题卡指定区域内，写在本试卷或草稿纸上，其答案一律无效。 4. 考试结束后，请将答题卡交回。 第一部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A ReSpeaker Core v2.0 is a voice control board for smart devices, which can listen to and understand voice commands. The package includes the main ReSpeaker Core v2.0 board, an 8Ω 3W speaker, a 2-Mics Pi HAT, a Micro USB cable, and a guarantee card. How to Set Up the Hardware? First, plug the 2-Mics Pi HAT onto the 40-pin GPIO header of the main board. Then connect the speaker to the Pi HAT. Pay attention to polarity: the red wire must be connected to the "+" end. Finally, power on the device using the Micro USB cable connected to a 5V/2A power adapter. The blue LED lights up on startup, and after about 40 seconds it turns green — ready to use. How to Connect to the Network? When turned on for the first time, the device will create a hotspot named "ReSpeaker Core-XXXX". Connect your phone or computer to this hotspot using the password 12345678. Then open a browser (浏览器) and visit http://192.168.100.1 to access the setup page. Select your home Wi-Fi network and enter the password. The device will restart and connect automatically. How to Interact with the Device? Once it's connected, say "Hello, ReSpeaker" followed by commands like "what time is it?" or "play some music". For best results, speak clearly within 5 meters of the device in a quiet environment. Always use a stable 5V/2A power supply to avoid instability. If problems persist during interaction, press and hold the onboard button for 10 seconds until the LED flashes rapidly to restore factory settings. 21. What is the first step to connect a ReSpeaker Core v2.0 to your home Wi-Fi? A. Select your home Wi-Fi network from the list. B. Open a browser and visit http://192.168.100.1. C. Connect your phone or computer to the hotspot. D. Enter the password 12345678 on the setup page. 22. What should you do if the ReSpeaker Core v2.0 keeps having problems? A. Buy a new power adapter. B. Reconnect it to the network. C. Unplug it and wait for 10 seconds. D. Press the onboard button to reset. 23. Where is the text probably from? A. A product user guide. B. A repair service brochure. C. A technology news report. D. A promotional advertisement. B When I was 24, newly relocated back to my hometown and searching for a sense of community, an intergenerational friendship wasn't where I thought I might find it with my downstairs neighbors, a grad-student coupled with an army of cats. Maybe with my friends from high school, though we had drifted apart over the years. Maybe back at the community theater, where I'd just tried out for a play and felt easy with the assistant director, a woman of my age who I could imagine becoming a friend. And while all those connections have become dear to me since, none of them hold a candle to the bond I found in my then-56-year-old castmate, who brought his own objects to rehearsal and made references I didn't understand. When I met Ken, I initially found him bold but kind. He'd make a joke, then immediately look me in the eye and apologize, visibly embarrassed by his own words, as if he couldn't believe he'd said something inappropriate in front of me. I'd sniff and then he'd look shocked for a different reason. It felt like we were, in real time, discovering that the gaps of difference between us actually had islands of common ground. There are certain threads that tie us together in ways we didn't expect. At first, they just seemed superficial, like our love for horror movies and dark Irish comedy. But we both remember the first time we were truly vulnerable with each other as the real start to our friendship. Now I'm 28 and Ken is 60, and our connection has grown into something I couldn't replace because we took a chance on each other, a choice that research increasingly suggests people across generations would benefit from making. Friendships like ours might look unusual, but they are seriously good for your health. According to a 2023 study published in The Journal of Aging Studies, there are cognitive, physical and psychosocial benefits for younger and older adults who regularly interact across generational lines. 24. How did the author feel when she first returned to her hometown? A. Somewhat distant from her high school friends. B. Unlikely to form an intergenerational friendship. C. Expecting to find community with her neighbors. D. Uncertain about where to find a sense of community. 25. What contributed to the actual start of the author and Ken's friendship? A. Their similar taste in movies. B. Their shared funny experiences. C. Their easy talk in the theater. D. Their being open and vulnerable. 26. What will the author most probably discuss next? A. Further details of the 2023 study. B. More shared hobbies with Ken. C. Reasons for making older friends. D. Other stories of cross-age friendships. 27. Why did the author write the text? A. To introduce advantages of close friendships. B. To encourage people to make elderly friends. C. To show benefits of crossing age in friendship. D. To share her recently-established friendship with Ken. C You walk into a clothing store and spot a leather coat marked $1,800. You immediately label it extremely pricey and move on. Later that day, you find an identical coat on sale for $650, and you instantly think you have found an incredible steal. What you may not realize is that your judgment has been misled by the anchoring bias (锚定偏见). The anchoring bias was first identified by psychologists Daniel Kahneman and Amos Tversky in their research on intuitive (直觉的) reasoning. It describes the human tendency to rely heavily on the first piece of information we encounter — called an anchor — and evaluate every subsequent detail against that fixed reference point. Consider bargaining for a second-hand vehicle. If a seller opens with a high asking price, that number becomes your mental anchor. Even if you negotiate the price far lower, you will still view the final deal as a win compared to the original figure, ignoring the car's true market value. The opposite holds true: A surprisingly low initial offer causes the seller to undervalue their own property. This trap does not only appear in shopping; it influences salary negotiations, exam score judgments, and even predictions about global statistics. The bias exists because human brains naturally conserve mental energy. Recalculating value requires heavy cognitive effort, so we automatically lean on the first available reference point rather than conducting fully independent analysis. When we are setting plans or making estimates about something, we interpret newer information from the reference point of our anchor instead of seeing it objectively. This can affect our judgment and prevent us from updating our plans or predictions as much as we should. Avoiding the anchoring bias entirely isn't possible, given its widespread impact and how powerful it is. Like all cognitive biases, the anchoring bias is subconscious, meaning it's difficult to interrupt. Yet one evidence-based and straightforward strategy to fight against the anchoring bias is to come up with reasons why that anchor is inappropriate for the situation. Meanwhile, considering multiple options is always a good idea to aid in decision-making. 28. What do the underlined words "an incredible steal" in paragraph 1 mean? A. A real bargain. B. A free item. C. An identical product. D. An unexpected gift. 29. What is the cause of the anchoring bias? A. Reference point loss. B. Independent analysis. C. Brain's energy-saving nature. D. Brain's heavy burden. 30. What is a good way to deal with the anchoring bias? A. Ignoring its reasons. B. Weighing various choices. C. Seeking its impacts. D. Interrupting relevant thoughts. 31. What is the purpose of this article? A. To show how to bargain wisely. B. To explain a hidden mental trap. C. To warn against quick decisions. D. To criticize a common phenomenon. D Protein-rich products from cereal to coffee are all over supermarket shelves, but mounting evidence in nonhuman animals suggests that cutting back on our intake could slow ageing and extend lifespan. According to the latest review of the evidence, "increasing protein in diets, beyond what's needed, for sedentary (久坐的) individuals or animals leads to metabolic (新陈代谢的) issues and can lead to shorter lifespan", says Dudley Lamming at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Lamming and his colleague Bailey Knopf reviewed more than 300 studies, mostly in sedentary mice and rats, which explored how restricting protein intake to the minimum needed for health affects ageing and lifespan. In these studies, the rodents (啮齿动物) generally either ate the US recommended minimum amount — 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight, or roughly twice about that. In one notable study, rats that ate around the minimum protein intake lived for nearly 120 days, more than 50 percent longer than those that ate about double that. Lamming suggests this may be because protein restriction increases levels of the hormone FGF21. In rodents, this hormone acts on the brain, fat tissue and the liver to improve blood sugar levels and reduce the number of aging cells. These cells, which accumulate with age, have stopped dividing and cause long-term damage. Restricting protein intake has also been shown to suppress the activity of a protein called mTORC1 in mice. While mTORC1 ordinarily stimulates cell growth, reducing its activity boosts cellular repair. All this suggests that the recent trend to increase our protein intake is probably fine among people who exercise regularly, because they may need more protein to repair muscle damage, but eating more than is needed could be harmful. Beyond building muscle and preventing illness, there is mixed evidence on whether a higher protein intake helps with ageing. Donald Layman at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign points out that protein metabolism in humans might be a different story. Protein restriction, therefore, may affect mTORC1 pathways differently between the different species, he says. 32. What can we infer from the first two paragraphs? A. High-protein diets are generally beneficial for most people. B. The US recommended minimum of protein needs to be doubled. C. Excess protein intake may be harmful to those physically inactive. D. Mounting human studies have been conducted about protein intake. 33. What is paragraph 3 mainly about? A. Risks involved. B. Mechanism analysis. C. Possible results. D. Supporting techniques. 34. What is Donald Layman's attitude towards the latest review? A. Cautious. B. Opposed. C. Approving. D. Unconcerned. 35. Which of the following can be the best title of the passage? A. Protein Intake: A Threat to Ageing B. Protein Intake: Vital in Physical Health C. Protein Restriction: A Sure Way to Longevity D. Protein Restriction: Promising in Long Lifespan 第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分） 阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 Small Talk: More Than Just Chit-Chat People often complain about small talk, describing it as "painful" or "dishonest". ___36___ However, this common opinion fails to recognize the true value of small talk in our daily interactions. As a matter of fact, small talk serves as an essential social "safety zone". ___37___ According to etiquette expert Lizzie Post, discussing light topics like hobbies or recent events establishes initial harmony. This foundation makes it easier to transition to more substantial conversations later, whether in a work setting or a new friendship. Some argue that small talk is boring, but this often reflects poor communication skills rather than a flaw in the activity itself. Effective small talk requires genuine engagement. ___38___ This means putting away your phone, making eye contact, and actively turning into the other person's reactions. If they lean in and smile at a topic, you can explore it further; if they glance away or give short answers, politely shift to a new topic or invite them to share their own perspective. ___39___ During a two-hour flight, I began with simple talk about travel plans with my seatmate. Gradually, both of us felt more comfortable opening up to each other. This casual start eventually led to a meaningful discussion about life changes and personal growth. We reached this depth precisely because we started with accessible, low-pressure topics. Small talk isn't about being superficial — it's a practical social tool that facilitates human connection. ___40___ In fact, it smooths our daily social encounters and opens doors to deeper conversations that might never occur otherwise. Without these simple, everyday exchanges, our social interactions would feel much more awkward and less satisfying. A. Its value, however, is often overlooked. B. Consider this real-life example from my own experience. C. Without proper skills, small talk can feel shallow and forced. D. Good small talk depends on more than just the words you say. E. They generally claim it lacks depth and avoids meaningful topics. F. It demands full presence and careful observation of the other person. G. It creates a comfortable atmosphere before deep conversations begin. 第二部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 Rena Effendi, a photojournalist, once knew little about her late father, Rustam, a respected lepidopterist (蝴蝶专家). Years after his death, she found out a ___41___ fact: a rare butterfly species had been named Satyrus Effendi in ___42___ of him. This unexpected discovery ___43___ her to set off on an epic journey deep into the Caucasus Mountains. The butterfly was extremely ___44___. It appeared only for two short weeks each summer at high altitudes, where the weather changed ___45___. Rena's trip was full of ___46___: rocky paths, sudden storms and limited local information. Many people warned her that the chance to ___47___ the creature was tiny. Still, she stuck to her plan. For Rena, the quest was far more than a wildlife hunt. She hoped to ___48___ the unknown sides of her father, who had once seemed ___49___ and mysterious. As she climbed the mountains, she slowly understood why butterflies had meant so much to him. The beauty of nature could ___50___ all his worries. After days of patient searching, she caught a brief ___51___ of the butterfly. That moment was unforgettable. Rena realized she did not simply find a butterfly. She had ___52___ a long-lost connection with her father. Sometimes a small creature can ___53___ a family story, and help us ___54___ the love hidden behind long-standing silence. Nature offers us such ___55___ to heal and remember. 41. A. puzzling B. surprising C. inspiring D. outstanding 42. A. favor B. celebration C. praise D. memory 43. A. forced B. allowed C. inspired D. reminded 44. A. valuable B. fragile C. rare D. quiet 45. A. sharply B. gently C. slowly D. regularly 46. A. uncertainties B. challenges C. risks D. troubles 47. A. spot B. recognize C. save D. raise 48. A. make up B. clear up C. dig up D. pick up 49. A. tough B. strict C. distant D. silent 50. A. ease B. express C. share D. hide 51. A. sense B. glimpse C. breath D. break 52. A. rebuilt B. reviewed C. repeated D. replaced 53. A. change B. continue C. complete D. rewrite 54. A. accept B. discover C. value D. return 55. A. signs B. lessons C. choices D. chances 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 Chaoshan region is a land of uniqueness and charm. ___56___ (locate) in eastern Guangdong Province, it boasts a unique and well-preserved traditional culture that distinguishes it from other parts of southern China. Rooted in ancient Minnan traditions, Chaoshan culture ___57___ (develop) its distinctive customs, arts and lifestyles over thousands of years. First of all, Chaoshan is famous for its profound tea culture, especially Gongfu tea. ___58___ casual tea drinking, Gongfu tea focuses on delicate procedures, small teapots and mild taste. For local people, making and tasting tea is not merely a habit, ___59___ a way of life and a symbol of hospitality. It represents patience, peace and modesty deeply valued by Chaoshan people. In addition, Chaoshan cuisine enjoys worldwide reputation. ___60___ (feature) fresh seafood, authentic beef hotpot and local snacks, its dishes are highly praised for its ___61___ (pursue) of original and fresh flavors. Visitors will ___62___ (probable) fall in love with Chaoshan cuisine at first bite, deeply attracted to its simple but unforgettable dishes. ___63___ contributes to Chaoshan's rich culture are its traditional folk arts, the most ___64___ (impress) ones of which are Teochew Opera and vigorous Yingge Dance. Listed as precious intangible cultural heritage, they are typical activities at festival celebrations. Beyond food and art, Chaoshan people are known for their diligence, unity and strong entrepreneurial spirit. Even overseas Teochew people tightly maintain their traditions. As a shining treasure of Chinese folk culture, Chaoshan culture continues ___65___ (charm) the whole world with its unique warmth and vitality. 第三部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节 应用文写作（满分15分） 你校英语社团计划在公众号"Youth Voice"发起"中学生课外阅读习惯"主题征文活动，请你投稿，内容包括： 1. 介绍你的阅读习惯（如阅读媒介、时间、频率等）； 2. 谈谈课外阅读给你带来的好处。 注意：1. 词数100左右；2. 请在答题卡的相应位置作答。 第二节（满分25分） 67. 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。 Tony and Daniel were twins and had been my next-door neighbors ever since I turned five years old. Not only did we attend the same school and stay in the same grade, but we also spent nearly all our evenings and weekends together. It felt as if we were inseparable; our bond was even tighter than many family ties. Back then, I truly believed I would never need other friends as long as I had them. Unexpectedly, one dull evening, their parents broke the news that the whole family would move to Australia thousands of miles away and that their departure was only one month away. The news hit me hard. The thought that we would no longer stay together filled my heart with sorrow. My mind was flooded with warm memories: playful hours during school breaks, joyful play-dates and all our little adventures. We had gone through countless highs and lows hand in hand, whispered private secrets and supported each other through thick and thin. We even gently teased each other over disappointing exam scores. Would all those precious moments fade away after they left? The depressing question kept haunting me day and night. One day, while rehearsing for my performance at the upcoming school's annual event, I tripped over my classmate and fell. When my classmates gathered to comfort me, I burst into bitter tears. It was not so much the physical pain as the sharp realization that such warm comfort would soon disappear that overwhelmed me. At noon, I dragged myself home. When Mum was busy in the kitchen preparing lunch, I slipped quietly into my bedroom, hoping to hide my grief. I buried my face in my pillow, fighting back tears. Paragraph1: In the days that followed, things didn't get any better. ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ Paragraph2: Seeing my condition, mum approached me one evening when I was sitting in front of my desk. ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 参考答案 第一部分 阅读 第一节（每小题2.5分，共37.5分） 21.C 22.D 23.A 24.D 25.D 26.D 27.C 28.A 29.C 30.B 31.B 32.C 33.B 34.A 35.D 第二节（每小题2.5分，共12.5分） 36.E 37.G 38.D 39.B 40.F 第二部分 语言运用 第一节 完形填空（每小题1分，共15分） 41.B 42.D 43.C 44.C 45.A 46.B 47.A 48.C 49.C 50.A 51.B 52.A 53.D 54.B 55.D 第二节 语法填空（每小题1.5分，共15分） 56. Located 57. has developed 58. Unlike 59. but 60. Featuring 61. pursuit 62. probably 63. What 64. impressive 65. to charm 第三部分 写作 第一节范文： My After-school Reading Habits I'm writing to share my after-school reading habits for the "Youth Voice" column. Like most teenagers, I prefer reading on my e-reader, which is light and convenient. However, I still enjoy holding a paper book now and then. Every night before going to bed, I spare about 30 minutes for reading — novels, essays and popular science books are my favorites. On weekends, I usually spend a whole afternoon in the library. Reading has benefited me a great deal. It broadens my horizons and enriches my vocabulary. Besides, it serves as a perfect way to relieve my study pressure and helps me think more deeply about the world. Let reading be a lifelong companion! 第二节范文： In the days that followed, things didn't get any better. I dragged through school like a silent shadow, nodding absent-mindedly in class and staring out of the window during breaks. Meals barely touched my appetite. Whenever Tony and Daniel dropped by with their usual bright smiles, I made up excuses to avoid them, unable to bear the thought of watching them pack. The moving day drew closer, and even our favourite spots seemed to have lost their colour. Seeing my condition, mum approached me one evening when I was sitting in front of my desk. She placed a cup of warm milk beside me and whispered, "Distance doesn't erase a friendship — it tests it." She told me how her own childhood friend still exchanged letters with her every month. "True friends stay in your heart, not just next door." Her words melted the ice in my chest. That night, I began writing a long letter to Tony and Daniel, promising to hold onto every memory and count down the days until we met again. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $