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2026-2027学年第一学期学情调研适应性练习 高二英语 （满分：150  考试时间：120分钟） 友情提示：1．本试卷12页。 2．考生将自己的姓名、准考证号及所有答案均填写在答题卷上。 3．答题要求见答题卷上的“注意事项”。 第一部分  听力（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话播放2遍。 1. What does the man find the most difficult in studying French? A. Reading. B. Listening. C. Writing. 2. What is the woman’s problem? A. She has a high fever. B. She has a stomachache. C. She has a slight headache. 3. Who scored a goal? A. Sophia. B. Margaret. C. Dorothy. 4. What does the woman remind Sam about? A. His schoolbag. B. His lunch box. C. His clothes. 5. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. Some indoor plants. B. The woman’s health. C. Selena’s gardening skills. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6. What news does Alex tell Jenny? A. He finished a painting. B. He received an award. C. He passed a science exam. 7. Where will the speakers go this Saturday? A. To a restaurant. B. To a friend’s house. C. To a community center. 听第7段材料，回答第8至9题。 8. What did Timmy do on the farm in the morning? A. He fed cows. B. He picked fruit. C. He collected eggs. 9. What did Timmy think of his rural life? A. Quite satisfactory. B. Very boring. C. Just so-so. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10. What does the woman mention at first? A. The importance of watching heroic movies. B. The value of facing life challenges bravely. C. The benefits of viewing life as a hero’s journey. 11. What is the man’s favorite character? A. Harry Potter. B. Mulan. C. Luke Skywalker. 12. What does the woman suggest the man do? A. Keep a diary. B. Read books. C. Bike to work. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。 13. When will the summer camp end? A. On July 8th. B. On July 15th. C. On July 19th. 14. What will the campers learn in the workshops? A. How to put out the fire. B. How to put up basic shelters. C. How to identify different plants. 15. Which activity is the woman interested in? A. Playing games. B. Singing songs. C. Writing stories. 16. For whom will the woman sign up for the summer camp? A. Her cousin. B. Her son. C. Her brother. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. Why was Hilde Dosogne’s marathon on December 31st, 2024 quite special? A. It was the last marathon she had run in 2024. B. It was the hardest marathon she had ever run. C. She raised the most money during this marathon. 18. What do we know about Hilde Dosogne? A. She suffered from breast cancer. B. She ran over 9,000 miles in a year. C. She is a professional marathon runner. 19. What difficulty did Hilde Dosogne come across during her marathon journey? A. Catehing the flu. B. Dealing with a broken leg. C. Running on rough paths often. 20. What is the distance of the Spartathlon? A. 55 miles. B. 75 miles. C. 153 miles. 第二部分  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 Volunteer by supporting a local animal rescue center in Costa Rica! If you like animals and are also interested in preserving the environment, you will be perfect for this program. You will be helping out in and supporting a local animal shelter. Not only does this shelter take in homeless animals, but also wild animals which are in bad condition. In addition to the caretaking of the animals, volunteers help us welcome visitors at the entrance and answer any questions that visitors may have about the shelter or its animals. As volunteers spend more days in the shelter, knowledge about wildlife management will grow. Requirements * You need to be at least 15 years old on the program start date at the high school level or above. * Speaking English is a basic requirement. * No restrictions on nationality. Helping hands both in Costa Rica and beyond are welcome. * Your helping hand will be required from 09:00 to 15:00 on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. Program fees Duration Program fees 1 week (minimum stay) $350 2 weeks $700 3 weeks $1,050 4 weeks $1,400 5 weeks $1,750 50 weeks (maximum stay) $17,500 * Booking payments (15%): The booking payment is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payment is made by PayPal. You can also pay using a credit card. * Final payments (85%): Your final payment will be agreed with Volunteer Now Costa Rica during the application process. 1. What can a volunteer do in the rescue center? A. Search for homeless animals. B. Give lectures about animals. C. Get trained to place animals. D. Communicate with visitors. 2. Who can volunteer in the program? A. A local person free only on Fridays. B. A 19-year-old college student from America. C. A primary schoolchild. D. A French-speaking adult. 3. How much should a volunteer pay at least to make a booking? A. $105. B. $52.5 C. $350. D. $297.5. B Born in Coldwater, Michigan, in 1884, Harriet Quimby grew up in a poor family. Despite that, encouraged by her mother to believe that she could succeed in any job, she relied on her talents and knowledge to achieve what few women of her time even dared to dream about: becoming an aviator (飞行员). Quimby became interested in aviation in 1910 when she attended the International Aviation Meet at Belmont Park in Elmont, New York, where she met John Moisant, a well-known aviator and operator of a flight school. Quimby learned to fly at the Moisant Aviation School. After four months and thirty-three lessons, Quimby applied for and won her pilot’s licence (执照) on August 2, 1911, which made her the first American woman to receive a pilot’s licence from the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale in France. In late 1911, Quimby decided to attempt a sea crossing from England to France. In March 1912, she sailed for England to begin preparations for her flight. In thickening fog on the morning of April 16, Quimby successfully crossed the sea, landing at Hardelot, about 25 miles south of her original destination. However, her hopes for front-page reports never came true, and her achievement went largely unnoticed in the next day’s papers. Despite the disappointment, Quimby loved to fly and continued competing in air events. As one of the country’s few female pilots, Quimby gradually drew crowds whenever she competed in cross-country events and races. She showed her talents around the United States and even went to Mexico City to participate in aviation activities held in honor of the inauguration (就职典礼) of President Francisco Madero. Besides her achievement in aviation, Quimby also fought for many women’s issues. For example, she pushed for a broadened role for women aviators. One woman impressed by Quimby was Amelia Earhart, who said, “Quimby was a pioneer who helped challenge traditional views about women’s roles in society and who made it possible for them to achieve their dreams.” 4. What is the significance of Quimby’s getting a pilot’s licence? A. It helped update safety standards in aviation. B. It redefined the limits on women in aviation. C. It showed the advantage of natural talents. D. It started her long friendship with Moisant. 5. Why was Quimby disappointed after her sea crossing? A. She got totally ignored by the media. B. She experienced the extreme weather. C. She missed the original destination. D. She had to continue competing soon. 6. What does paragraph 4 convey about Quimby? A. Her challenges in cross-country races. B. Her skills in aviation competitions. C. Her reputation as a woman pilot. D. Her duty in international aviation. 7. What is Amelia Earhart’s attitude towards Quimby? A. Confused. B. Admirable. C. Doubtful. D. Opposing. C Autonomous taxis are taking over San Francisco. Waymo, which launched the service only in 2023, may now have over a fifth of the city’s ride-share market. The rise of robotaxis raises a question: when tech automates a profession, what happens to human workers? You might think that drivers are likely to lose their jobs. In fact, the rise of autonomy has played out in two different ways. First, it has raised overall taxi demand in San Francisco, limiting job losses. Second, it has targeted a profitable part of the market, attracting customers who want something new and are willing to pay a bit more for it. Take the size of the market first. According to official data, in 2024, the number of people in San Francisco working for “taxi service” companies grew by 7% compared to 2023, and total pay in the industry rose by 14%. Figures from the city indicate the number of regular taxi trips is about the same as last year. It can still be hard to find a yellow taxi at peak times. “As self-driving cars enter the marketplace, they will actually expand the market,” David Risher, chief executive of Lyft, a human-powered taxi company, has predicted. The extra riders come from different places. Waymo claims that people visit San Francisco to take its taxis. More probably, residents are using private cars less. When the choice was a Lyft or an Uber, people may have preferred to drive themselves, because the risk of having to get into an awkward conversation was too great. In a driverless taxi you can sit in silence. Since Waymo’s launch, the number of private cars, adjusted for population, has fallen. Now, overall spending on taxis appears to be growing especially quickly compared with that in other cities. Autonomous taxis are still a long way from being a mass-market product. Waymos are comfortable and generally clean, but they are perhaps 20%-40% more expensive than a Lyft or an Uber. They are also slow; you cannot tell a robot to “step on it!” Over time, robotaxi companies may iron out these flaws by, for example, cutting prices, but do not expect autonomous taxis to take over the market soon, in San Francisco or anywhere else. 8. How does the author look at the growth of robotaxis in San Francisco? A. It changes the way taxi drivers work. B. It increases customers’ transport costs. C. It doesn’t hurt taxi drivers as expected. D. It doesn’t attract customers as predicted. 9. What can we say about Risher’s prediction? A. It reflects his career goal clearly. B. It agrees with market observations. C. It is based on his company’s business. D. It focuses on innovative car technology. 10. What is paragraph 4 mainly about? A. Ways Waymo uses to attract riders. B. The impact of Waymo on private car sales. C. The competition among leading taxi companies. D. Reasons for the expansion of the robotaxi market. 11. What do the underlined words “iron out these flaws” in the last paragraph mean? A. Meet these standards. B. Beat these companies. C. Solve these problems. D. Follow these instructions. D Birds that are active during the day sing later into the night in areas with heavy light pollution, according to research by Brent Pease of Southern Illinois University Carbondale, and Neil Gilbert of Oklahoma State University. Analyzing more than 180 million bird vocalizations (歌声) worldwide alongside satellite imagery, they found that under the brightest skies, birds extended daily activity by nearly an hour. Their paper, “Light pollution prolongs avian (鸟类的) activity”, was published in Science on Aug. 21. The project came about in Pease’s effort to excite undergraduates about birds. Two years ago, he installed a microphone to broadcast local birdsong on campus. Later, he adopted BirdWeather devices, which use Wi-Fi, GPS, sensors and AI connected to the BirdNET database, enabling real-time detection of bird species. This opened new opportunities to study not only where birds are found but also how they behave continuously. Just as trail cameras revolutionized mammal studies decades ago, BirdWeather and BirdNET now allow large-scale behavioral studies of birds. Using machine learning, BirdNET transforms recordings into spectrograms (声谱图) that identify avian species against a database of over 6,000. This allows analysis of continuous audio data that would otherwise take lifetimes to process. Pease and Gilbert were the first to apply and analyze the BirdWeather data in this way. They have many research options, but first they focused on responses to light pollution. Pease noted, on average birds stayed active an hour longer. Actual times varied by species. The researchers then asked why. A key factor turned out to be photoreceptor sensitivity (光感受器敏感度). Species with proportionally larger eyes responded more strongly to artificial light than those with smaller eyes. Whether this shift benefits or harms birds remains uncertain. Extended activity may increase opportunities for feeding and mating, but reduced sleep could hurt long-term health. Since 2021, BirdWeather has collected over 1.4 billion vocalizations from 11,000 locations worldwide. Pease called the project “citizen-science at its best”, noting that a tool built for backyard birdwatchers has become a powerful engine for wildlife research. He and Gilbert plan to continue applying the technology to explore the impacts of human forces, particularly light pollution, on global bird populations. 12. Why did Pease set up a microphone on campus initially? A. To support a global study. B. To document local noise levels. C. To measure effects of artificial light. D. To inspire students’ curiosity about birds. 13. What key advance did BirdWeather and BirdNET bring? A. Identifying unknown species worldwide. B. Processing continuous bird behavior at scale. C. Replacing fieldwork on birds with satellite tracking. D. Tracking the regular movement of birds from one place to another. 14. Which feature best explains birds’ varied reactions to light? A. Relative eye size and sensitivity. B. Developmental background. C. Geographic range. D. Voice strength. 15. What’s the best title of the passage? A. Citizen Science in Wildlife Research B. How Artificial Light Affects Birds’ Eyes C. Light Pollution Keeps Birds Active Longer D. BirdWeather: A Revolutionary Tool for Bird Watching 第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分） 根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 The Power of Small Steps In a world where we often celebrate big achievements and overnight success. ___16___ Many of us set grand goals, only to feel discouraged when progress is slow or invisible, failing to realise that lasting success is rarely built in a flash. But small steps have the power to change this. Small steps are the building blocks of great things. ___17___ It doesn’t happen in a day. It changes quietly and steadily underground. Every day, it absorbs sunlight and water, pushing its roots deeper into the soil, until one day, it stands tall and strong, a proof of patience and persistence (坚持). Our goals are like that seed — they need time and daily care. ___18___ For example, if your goal is to improve your English, reading a short passage every day is better than trying to finish a thick book in one weekend. The former builds a habit; the latter often leads to burnout. Consistency is key, and small steps make consistency possible by keeping the task manageable. Another advantage of small steps is that they reduce anxiety. When you take on a huge task, it’s natural to feel nervous. We may even give up before starting. ___19___ You’ll feel a sense of accomplishment with each small win, which will motivate you to keep going. This positive cycle can turn even the most difficult goal into something manageable. Small steps teach a growth lesson. They remind us that progress, not perfection, is what matters. So, the next time you’re faced with a big goal, don’t be afraid to start small. ___20___ A. Small steps help form good habits. B. However, breaking it into small steps helps. C. Work on the huge task a little bit daily. D. Think about how a seed grows into a tall tree. E. But it’s easy to overlook the power of small, consistent steps. F. Small steps can by no means change the situation. G. Remember, every great journey begins with a single step. 第三部分  语言运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 One afternoon, as I was diving into life’s deeper questions with my students, a thoughtful boy named Jack raised his hand. “Why do so many people feel lost?” he asked. ____21____ their curiosity, I decided to show them the ropes through experience rather than simply ____22____. “Follow me,” I said, leading them toward the nearby ____23____. Whispers filled the air. “Why are we going there?” Emma murmured. “Are there wild animals?” Liam added nervously. “Are we even going to ____24____ this?” A voice trembled from the back. I stayed ____25____, walking calmly ahead. The students trailed behind me, their minds racing with ____26____. Some panicked over ____27____ lions; others pictured snakes. With every step, their anxiety ____28____, yet I said nothing. After forty minutes, we stopped at the forest’s edge. ____29____ them, I smiled. “Don’t worry — we won’t be entering. But tell me, what did you notice on our way here?” The students fell silent. “You were so caught up in ____30____ of the unknown,” I continued, “that you ____31____ the birds singing, the sunlight filtering through the leaves, and the ____32____ around you.” Jack’s eyes lit up with realization. “So...we worry so much about the future that we ____33____ to live now?” “Exactly,” I replied. “Life is a ____34____. If we let fear take over, we’ll miss its wonders.” The students nodded, their faces brightening. As we walked back, they laughed, finally noticing the world they’d overlooked before. The lesson was simple but profound: The ____35____ shapes the future. Don’t let fear steal today’s gifts. 21. A. Ignoring B. Sensing C. Criticizing D. Celebrating 22. A. complain B. argue C. explain D. announce 23. A. mountain B. river C. desert D. forest 24. A. survive B. enjoy C. remember D. control 25. A. curious B. silent C. shocked D. amused 26. A. plans B. guesses C. decisions D. jokes 27. A. hungry B. magical C. fierce D. imaginary 28. A. grew B. emerged C. faded D. fell 29. A. Calling on B. Pointing at C. Turning to D. Waiting for 30. A. joy B. fear C. anger D. hope 31. A. heard B. missed C. avoided D. recorded 32. A. beauty B. harmony C. warmth D. mystery 33. A. refuse B. pretend C. forget D. hate 34. A. game B. battle C. gift D. journey 35. A. present B. chance C. effort D. luck 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。 A 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。 Einstein had a strong passion ____36____ knowledge even in his early years. ____37____ (work) as a clerk in the Swiss patent office, he kept on doing physics research patiently in his spare time despite heavy daily work. In 1905, he earned a doctorate in physics. That same year, ____38____ was later recorded as a miracle year in science, he published four extraordinary physics papers. Following this great achievement, he ____39____ (gradual) became famous around the world, and in 1922, he ____40____ (award) the Nobel Prize for Physics for his explanation of the photoelectric effect. His powerful theories have greatly shaped people’s basic understanding of the universe and pushed forward the development of modern science. B 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。 We use words and body language to express our thoughts. Like spoken language, it ____41____ (vary) from culture to culture. Therefore, we should use it in ____42____ appropriate way. Making eye contact shows interest in some countries, but in many Middle Eastern countries it is not permitted. The OK gesture differs across cultures: in Japan, witnessing one employing it may mean money, but in Brazil and Germany you should avoid ____43____ (make) it. In many countries, shaking one’s head means “no” and nodding means “yes”, though in Bulgaria the opposite is true. There are ____44____ (difference) in how we act when meeting or parting. Smiling is the most universal body language; experts suggest smiling at yourself in the mirror to become happier and ____45____ (strong). 第四部分  写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 你校英文报正在举办征文比赛，主题为 AI and Creativity。现在人工智能可以快速生成文章、绘画等作品，人们对此持两种不同观点。请投稿，谈谈你的看法。 内容要点： 1、两种不同观点； 2、你的看法。 注意： 1、词数 100 左右； 2、可适当增加细节，使行文连贯。 ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第二节（满分25分） 47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 On a cool autumn morning, the small town of Willow Creek cheered with excitement. The annual Mini Marathon was about to begin, and the streets were lined with enthusiastic audience. Among the crowd, a father and his young son, Alex, stood ready at the starting line. For months, Alex had been training diligently, dreaming of winning the race and bringing home the trophy (奖杯). Alex’s father, Mark, had always supported his son’s passion for running. He had run marathons himself in his younger days and was proud to see his son follow in his footsteps. As the race officials gave the final instructions, Mark placed a reassuring hand on Alex’s shoulder. “Remember, it’s not just about winning,” he said. “It’s about giving your best and enjoying the journey.” The starting gun fired, and the runners took off. Alex rushed ahead, his legs moving swiftly — and his heart pounding with determination. Mark followed closely behind, keeping an eye on his son. The first few kilometers flew by, and Alex maintained a steady pace, feeling confident and strong. As they approached the halfway mark, Alex noticed a disturbance on the side of the road. A small crowd had gathered around something on the ground. Curiosity sparked, Alex slowed down and saw a tiny, injured squirrel lying in the grass. Its leg was twisted at an odd angle, and it was obviously in pain. Without hesitation, Alex stopped and knelt beside the animal. Mark, who had been a few steps behind, quickly joined his son. “What’s going on?” he asked, concerned. “It’s an injured squirrel,” Alex replied, his voice filled with sympathy. “I can’t just leave it alone.” Mark looked at his son, torn between the race and the animal. “Do you want to help it?” he asked gently. Alex nodded, his eyes determined. “Yes, I do. It’s the right thing to do.” Mark smiled, proud of his son’s decision. “Then let’s take care of it. We can always finish the race later.” Together, they carefully picked up the squirrel and carried it to the medical aid station. 注意： 1. 续写词数应为150个左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 The doctor examined the squirrel and provided immediate treatment. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ “Dad, we have no hope of winning anymore,” Alex said, standing on the track with disappointment. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 2026-2027学年第一学期学情调研适应性练习 高二英语 （满分：150  考试时间：120分钟） 友情提示：1．本试卷12页。 2．考生将自己的姓名、准考证号及所有答案均填写在答题卷上。 3．答题要求见答题卷上的“注意事项”。 第一部分  听力（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话播放2遍。 1. What does the man find the most difficult in studying French? A. Reading. B. Listening. C. Writing. 2. What is the woman’s problem? A. She has a high fever. B. She has a stomachache. C. She has a slight headache. 3. Who scored a goal? A. Sophia. B. Margaret. C. Dorothy. 4. What does the woman remind Sam about? A. His schoolbag. B. His lunch box. C. His clothes. 5. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. Some indoor plants. B. The woman’s health. C. Selena’s gardening skills. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6. What news does Alex tell Jenny? A. He finished a painting. B. He received an award. C. He passed a science exam. 7. Where will the speakers go this Saturday? A. To a restaurant. B. To a friend’s house. C. To a community center. 听第7段材料，回答第8至9题。 8. What did Timmy do on the farm in the morning? A. He fed cows. B. He picked fruit. C. He collected eggs. 9. What did Timmy think of his rural life? A. Quite satisfactory. B. Very boring. C. Just so-so. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10. What does the woman mention at first? A. The importance of watching heroic movies. B. The value of facing life challenges bravely. C. The benefits of viewing life as a hero’s journey. 11. What is the man’s favorite character? A. Harry Potter. B. Mulan. C. Luke Skywalker. 12. What does the woman suggest the man do? A. Keep a diary. B. Read books. C. Bike to work. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。 13. When will the summer camp end? A. On July 8th. B. On July 15th. C. On July 19th. 14. What will the campers learn in the workshops? A. How to put out the fire. B. How to put up basic shelters. C. How to identify different plants. 15. Which activity is the woman interested in? A. Playing games. B. Singing songs. C. Writing stories. 16. For whom will the woman sign up for the summer camp? A. Her cousin. B. Her son. C. Her brother. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. Why was Hilde Dosogne’s marathon on December 31st, 2024 quite special? A. It was the last marathon she had run in 2024. B. It was the hardest marathon she had ever run. C. She raised the most money during this marathon. 18. What do we know about Hilde Dosogne? A. She suffered from breast cancer. B. She ran over 9,000 miles in a year. C. She is a professional marathon runner. 19. What difficulty did Hilde Dosogne come across during her marathon journey? A. Catehing the flu. B. Dealing with a broken leg. C. Running on rough paths often. 20. What is the distance of the Spartathlon? A. 55 miles. B. 75 miles. C. 153 miles. 第二部分  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 Volunteer by supporting a local animal rescue center in Costa Rica! If you like animals and are also interested in preserving the environment, you will be perfect for this program. You will be helping out in and supporting a local animal shelter. Not only does this shelter take in homeless animals, but also wild animals which are in bad condition. In addition to the caretaking of the animals, volunteers help us welcome visitors at the entrance and answer any questions that visitors may have about the shelter or its animals. As volunteers spend more days in the shelter, knowledge about wildlife management will grow. Requirements * You need to be at least 15 years old on the program start date at the high school level or above. * Speaking English is a basic requirement. * No restrictions on nationality. Helping hands both in Costa Rica and beyond are welcome. * Your helping hand will be required from 09:00 to 15:00 on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. Program fees Duration Program fees 1 week (minimum stay) $350 2 weeks $700 3 weeks $1,050 4 weeks $1,400 5 weeks $1,750 50 weeks (maximum stay) $17,500 * Booking payments (15%): The booking payment is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payment is made by PayPal. You can also pay using a credit card. * Final payments (85%): Your final payment will be agreed with Volunteer Now Costa Rica during the application process. 1. What can a volunteer do in the rescue center? A. Search for homeless animals. B. Give lectures about animals. C. Get trained to place animals. D. Communicate with visitors. 2. Who can volunteer in the program? A. A local person free only on Fridays. B. A 19-year-old college student from America. C. A primary schoolchild. D. A French-speaking adult. 3. How much should a volunteer pay at least to make a booking? A. $105. B. $52.5 C. $350. D. $297.5. 【答案】1. D 2. B 3. B 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了如何申请支持哥斯达黎加当地动物救援中心的志愿者。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段“In addition to the caretaking of the animals, volunteers help us welcome visitors at the entrance and answer any questions that visitors may have about the shelter or its animals. (除了照顾动物外，志愿者还帮助我们在入口处欢迎游客，并回答游客可能对收容所或动物的任何问题)”可知，志愿者在救援中心可以与游客沟通。故选D项。 【2题详解】 推理判断题。根据Requirements中“* You need to be at least 15 years old on the program start date at the high school level or above. * Speaking English is a basic requirement. * No restrictions on nationality. (*您需要在课程开始日期至少15岁，高中或以上水平。*会说英语是基本要求。*国籍不限)”可知，一位来自美国的19岁大学生可以参加这个项目。故选B项。 【3题详解】 细节理解题。根据Program fees中“1 week (minimum stay) $350 (1周（最少停留）350美元)”以及“Booking payments (15%)(预订费用（15%）)”可知，志愿者至少要付350×15%=52.5美元，才能预约。故选B项。 B Born in Coldwater, Michigan, in 1884, Harriet Quimby grew up in a poor family. Despite that, encouraged by her mother to believe that she could succeed in any job, she relied on her talents and knowledge to achieve what few women of her time even dared to dream about: becoming an aviator (飞行员). Quimby became interested in aviation in 1910 when she attended the International Aviation Meet at Belmont Park in Elmont, New York, where she met John Moisant, a well-known aviator and operator of a flight school. Quimby learned to fly at the Moisant Aviation School. After four months and thirty-three lessons, Quimby applied for and won her pilot’s licence (执照) on August 2, 1911, which made her the first American woman to receive a pilot’s licence from the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale in France. In late 1911, Quimby decided to attempt a sea crossing from England to France. In March 1912, she sailed for England to begin preparations for her flight. In thickening fog on the morning of April 16, Quimby successfully crossed the sea, landing at Hardelot, about 25 miles south of her original destination. However, her hopes for front-page reports never came true, and her achievement went largely unnoticed in the next day’s papers. Despite the disappointment, Quimby loved to fly and continued competing in air events. As one of the country’s few female pilots, Quimby gradually drew crowds whenever she competed in cross-country events and races. She showed her talents around the United States and even went to Mexico City to participate in aviation activities held in honor of the inauguration (就职典礼) of President Francisco Madero. Besides her achievement in aviation, Quimby also fought for many women’s issues. For example, she pushed for a broadened role for women aviators. One woman impressed by Quimby was Amelia Earhart, who said, “Quimby was a pioneer who helped challenge traditional views about women’s roles in society and who made it possible for them to achieve their dreams.” 4. What is the significance of Quimby’s getting a pilot’s licence? A. It helped update safety standards in aviation. B. It redefined the limits on women in aviation. C. It showed the advantage of natural talents. D. It started her long friendship with Moisant. 5. Why was Quimby disappointed after her sea crossing? A. She got totally ignored by the media. B. She experienced the extreme weather. C. She missed the original destination. D. She had to continue competing soon. 6. What does paragraph 4 convey about Quimby? A. Her challenges in cross-country races. B. Her skills in aviation competitions. C. Her reputation as a woman pilot. D. Her duty in international aviation. 7. What is Amelia Earhart’s attitude towards Quimby? A. Confused. B. Admirable. C. Doubtful. D. Opposing. 【答案】4. B 5. A 6. C 7. B 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道，主要讲的是Harriet Quimby的传奇人生，核心内容围绕她在航空领域的卓越成就以及为女性权益所做的努力。 【4题详解】 推理判断题。根据第二段“After four months and thirty-three lessons, Quimby applied for and won her pilot’s licence (执照) on August 2, 1911, which made her the first American woman to receive a pilot’s licence from the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale in France.(经过四个月的学习和三十三节课的训练，Quimby于1911年8月2日申请并获得了飞行员执照，这使她成为首位获得法国国际航空联合会飞行员执照的美国女性。)”可知，Quimby获得飞行员执照的意义是重新定义了航空业对女性的限制。故选B。 【5题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段“However, her hopes for front-page reports never came true, and her achievement went largely unnoticed in the next day’s papers. Despite the disappointment, Quimby loved to fly and continued competing in air events.(然而，她希望登上报纸头版的愿望落空了，次日的报纸对她的这一成就几乎未作报道。尽管感到失望，但Quimby热爱飞行，并继续参加航空赛事。)”可知，Quimby在横渡大海后感到失望是因为她完全被媒体忽视了。故选A。 【6题详解】 主旨大意题。根据第四段“As one of the country’s few female pilots, Quimby gradually drew crowds whenever she competed in cross-country events and races. She showed her talents around the United States and even went to Mexico City to participate in aviation activities held in honor of the inauguration (就职典礼) of President Francisco Madero.(作为美国为数不多的女飞行员之一，Quimby每次参加越野赛事和比赛时，都会逐渐吸引大批观众。她在美国各地展示自己的飞行才能，甚至还前往墨西哥城，参加了为庆祝Francisco Madero总统就职而举办的航空活动。)”可知，第四段主要表达的是她作为女飞行员的名声。故选C。 【7题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段“Quimby was a pioneer who helped challenge traditional views about women’s roles in society and who made it possible for them to achieve their dreams.(Quimby是一位先驱，她帮助挑战了社会对女性角色的传统观念，使女性能够实现自己的梦想。)”可知，Amelia Earhart对Quimby的态度是钦佩的。故选B。 C Autonomous taxis are taking over San Francisco. Waymo, which launched the service only in 2023, may now have over a fifth of the city’s ride-share market. The rise of robotaxis raises a question: when tech automates a profession, what happens to human workers? You might think that drivers are likely to lose their jobs. In fact, the rise of autonomy has played out in two different ways. First, it has raised overall taxi demand in San Francisco, limiting job losses. Second, it has targeted a profitable part of the market, attracting customers who want something new and are willing to pay a bit more for it. Take the size of the market first. According to official data, in 2024, the number of people in San Francisco working for “taxi service” companies grew by 7% compared to 2023, and total pay in the industry rose by 14%. Figures from the city indicate the number of regular taxi trips is about the same as last year. It can still be hard to find a yellow taxi at peak times. “As self-driving cars enter the marketplace, they will actually expand the market,” David Risher, chief executive of Lyft, a human-powered taxi company, has predicted. The extra riders come from different places. Waymo claims that people visit San Francisco to take its taxis. More probably, residents are using private cars less. When the choice was a Lyft or an Uber, people may have preferred to drive themselves, because the risk of having to get into an awkward conversation was too great. In a driverless taxi you can sit in silence. Since Waymo’s launch, the number of private cars, adjusted for population, has fallen. Now, overall spending on taxis appears to be growing especially quickly compared with that in other cities. Autonomous taxis are still a long way from being a mass-market product. Waymos are comfortable and generally clean, but they are perhaps 20%-40% more expensive than a Lyft or an Uber. They are also slow; you cannot tell a robot to “step on it!” Over time, robotaxi companies may iron out these flaws by, for example, cutting prices, but do not expect autonomous taxis to take over the market soon, in San Francisco or anywhere else. 8. How does the author look at the growth of robotaxis in San Francisco? A. It changes the way taxi drivers work. B. It increases customers’ transport costs. C. It doesn’t hurt taxi drivers as expected. D. It doesn’t attract customers as predicted. 9. What can we say about Risher’s prediction? A. It reflects his career goal clearly. B. It agrees with market observations. C. It is based on his company’s business. D. It focuses on innovative car technology. 10. What is paragraph 4 mainly about? A. Ways Waymo uses to attract riders. B. The impact of Waymo on private car sales. C. The competition among leading taxi companies. D. Reasons for the expansion of the robotaxi market. 11. What do the underlined words “iron out these flaws” in the last paragraph mean? A. Meet these standards. B. Beat these companies. C. Solve these problems. D. Follow these instructions. 【答案】8. C 9. B 10. D 11. C 【解析】 【导语】文章主要介绍旧金山自动驾驶出租车的发展现状。 【8题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段“You might think that drivers are likely to lose their jobs. In fact, the rise of autonomy has played out in two different ways. First, it has raised overall taxi demand in San Francisco, limiting job losses. (你或许会认为司机很可能会失业。但事实上，自动驾驶技术兴起带来了两方面不同的影响。首先，它提升了旧金山出租车市场的总体需求，从而减少了岗位流失。)”可知，自动驾驶出租车的出现并没有像人们预期的那样导致人类司机大量失业受损。 【9题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段““As self-driving cars enter the marketplace, they will actually expand the market,” David Risher, chief executive of Lyft, a human-powered taxi company, has predicted. (有人驾驶出租车公司Lyft的首席执行官戴维・里舍预言：“当自动驾驶汽车进入市场时，它们实际上会扩大整个市场规模。”)”和上文“in 2024, the number of people in San Francisco working for “taxi service” companies grew by 7% compared to 2023, and total pay in the industry rose by 14%. ( 2024年，旧金山在 “出租车服务” 类公司就业的人数相比2023 年增长了7%，该行业的总薪资上涨了14%。)”可知，Risher 预言自动驾驶汽车会扩大打车市场。上文给出的官方就业、薪资数据印证了市场确实在扩张，由此可知，他的预言和市场观察结果一致。 【10题详解】 主旨大意题。根据第四段“The extra riders come from different places. (额外的乘客来自不同的地方。)”是本段的主题句。随后文章列举了游客特意来体验、当地居民为避免与司机尴尬交流而减少私家车使用等现象，详细解释了为什么会有这么多额外的乘客，由此可知，第四段主要介绍了自动驾驶出租车市场扩张的原因。 【11题详解】 词句猜测题。根据上文“Autonomous taxis are still a long way from being a mass-market product. Waymos are comfortable and generally clean, but they are perhaps 20%-40% more expensive than a Lyft or an Uber. They are also slow; you cannot tell a robot to “step on it!” (自动驾驶出租车距离成为大众市场产品还有很长一段路要走。Waymo 的车辆乘坐舒适，整体也很干净，但价格相比 Lyft 或 Uber 可能高出 20% 至 40%。它们开得也慢；你没法叫机器人司机“踩油门快点！”。)”可知，划线词前文指出了自动驾驶出租车目前存在的缺陷，划线词后文提到“for example, cutting prices (例如通过降价)”，由此可知，降价显然是为了应对价格昂贵这一缺陷。因此，iron out these flaws意为“解决/消除这些缺陷（问题）”。 D Birds that are active during the day sing later into the night in areas with heavy light pollution, according to research by Brent Pease of Southern Illinois University Carbondale, and Neil Gilbert of Oklahoma State University. Analyzing more than 180 million bird vocalizations (歌声) worldwide alongside satellite imagery, they found that under the brightest skies, birds extended daily activity by nearly an hour. Their paper, “Light pollution prolongs avian (鸟类的) activity”, was published in Science on Aug. 21. The project came about in Pease’s effort to excite undergraduates about birds. Two years ago, he installed a microphone to broadcast local birdsong on campus. Later, he adopted BirdWeather devices, which use Wi-Fi, GPS, sensors and AI connected to the BirdNET database, enabling real-time detection of bird species. This opened new opportunities to study not only where birds are found but also how they behave continuously. Just as trail cameras revolutionized mammal studies decades ago, BirdWeather and BirdNET now allow large-scale behavioral studies of birds. Using machine learning, BirdNET transforms recordings into spectrograms (声谱图) that identify avian species against a database of over 6,000. This allows analysis of continuous audio data that would otherwise take lifetimes to process. Pease and Gilbert were the first to apply and analyze the BirdWeather data in this way. They have many research options, but first they focused on responses to light pollution. Pease noted, on average birds stayed active an hour longer. Actual times varied by species. The researchers then asked why. A key factor turned out to be photoreceptor sensitivity (光感受器敏感度). Species with proportionally larger eyes responded more strongly to artificial light than those with smaller eyes. Whether this shift benefits or harms birds remains uncertain. Extended activity may increase opportunities for feeding and mating, but reduced sleep could hurt long-term health. Since 2021, BirdWeather has collected over 1.4 billion vocalizations from 11,000 locations worldwide. Pease called the project “citizen-science at its best”, noting that a tool built for backyard birdwatchers has become a powerful engine for wildlife research. He and Gilbert plan to continue applying the technology to explore the impacts of human forces, particularly light pollution, on global bird populations. 12. Why did Pease set up a microphone on campus initially? A. To support a global study. B. To document local noise levels. C. To measure effects of artificial light. D. To inspire students’ curiosity about birds. 13. What key advance did BirdWeather and BirdNET bring? A. Identifying unknown species worldwide. B. Processing continuous bird behavior at scale. C. Replacing fieldwork on birds with satellite tracking. D. Tracking the regular movement of birds from one place to another. 14. Which feature best explains birds’ varied reactions to light? A. Relative eye size and sensitivity. B. Developmental background. C. Geographic range. D. Voice strength. 15. What’s the best title of the passage? A. Citizen Science in Wildlife Research B. How Artificial Light Affects Birds’ Eyes C. Light Pollution Keeps Birds Active Longer D. BirdWeather: A Revolutionary Tool for Bird Watching 【答案】12. D 13. B 14. A 15. C 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了科学家通过研究发现，光污染使日间活动的鸟类夜间鸣叫时间延长约1小时，且眼睛较大的鸟类受影响更明显。该研究利用全球鸟类声音数据，揭示人造光对鸟类行为的影响与潜在利弊。 【12题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段第一、二句“The project came about in Pease’s effort to excite undergraduates about birds. Two years ago, he installed a microphone to broadcast local birdsong on campus.(这个项目的诞生，源于Pease为激发本科生对鸟类的兴趣所做的努力。两年前，他在校园里安装了一个麦克风，用于播放当地的鸟鸣声)”可知，Pease在校园安装麦克风的直接目的是激发本科生对鸟类的兴趣。故选D。 【13题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段中“This opened new opportunities to study not only where birds are found but also how they behave continuously. Just as trail cameras revolutionized mammal studies decades ago, BirdWeather and BirdNET now allow large-scale behavioral studies of birds.(这为研究鸟类的分布情况以及它们的持续行为提供了新的机遇。正如几十年前的追踪相机改变了对哺乳动物的研究一样，如今BirdWeather和BirdNET使得对鸟类的大型行为研究成为可能)”以及第三段中“Using machine learning, BirdNET transforms recordings into spectrograms (声谱图) that identify avian species against a database of over 6,000. This allows analysis of continuous audio data that would otherwise take lifetimes to process.(借助机器学习技术，BirdNET会将录音转化为声谱图，再通过比对一个包含6000多种鸟类的数据库来识别鸟类物种。这一技术让持续音频数据的分析成为可能——若没有它，这些数据的处理可能需要耗费数人一生的时间)”可知，BirdWeather和BirdNET使对鸟类行为的大规模研究以及持续的音频数据分析成为可能；由此可知，BirdWeather和BirdNET的核心突破是实现了对鸟类持续行为的大规模研究处理。故选B。 【14题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段中的“A key factor turned out to be photoreceptor sensitivity (光感受器敏感度). Species with proportionally larger eyes responded more strongly to artificial light than those with smaller eyes.(一个关键因素被证明是光感受器敏感度。眼睛比例更大的鸟类，对人造光的反应比眼睛较小的鸟类更强烈)”可知，鸟类对光污染反应存在差异的核心原因是“光感受器敏感度”和“相对眼睛大小”——眼睛比例更大的物种对人造光反应更强烈。故选A。 【15题详解】 主旨大意题。根据第一段“Birds that are active during the day sing later into the night in areas with heavy light pollution, according to research by Brent Pease of Southern Illinois University Carbondale, and Neil Gilbert of Oklahoma State University.(根据南伊利诺伊大学卡本代尔分校的Brent Pease与俄克拉荷马州立大学的Neil Gilbert的研究，在光污染严重的区域，白天活跃的鸟类会将鸣叫（活动）延续到更晚的夜晚)”并结合全文内容可知，文章核心围绕一项研究展开，该研究探讨了光污染如何延长鸟类的活动时间，同时介绍了研究采用的技术（BirdWeather和BirdNET）及研究发现。C选项“Light Pollution Keeps Birds Active Longer(光污染使鸟类的活动时间更长)”准确概括了研究主题，符合文章主旨，为最佳标题。故选C。 第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分） 根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 The Power of Small Steps In a world where we often celebrate big achievements and overnight success. ___16___ Many of us set grand goals, only to feel discouraged when progress is slow or invisible, failing to realise that lasting success is rarely built in a flash. But small steps have the power to change this. Small steps are the building blocks of great things. ___17___ It doesn’t happen in a day. It changes quietly and steadily underground. Every day, it absorbs sunlight and water, pushing its roots deeper into the soil, until one day, it stands tall and strong, a proof of patience and persistence (坚持). Our goals are like that seed — they need time and daily care. ___18___ For example, if your goal is to improve your English, reading a short passage every day is better than trying to finish a thick book in one weekend. The former builds a habit; the latter often leads to burnout. Consistency is key, and small steps make consistency possible by keeping the task manageable. Another advantage of small steps is that they reduce anxiety. When you take on a huge task, it’s natural to feel nervous. We may even give up before starting. ___19___ You’ll feel a sense of accomplishment with each small win, which will motivate you to keep going. This positive cycle can turn even the most difficult goal into something manageable. Small steps teach a growth lesson. They remind us that progress, not perfection, is what matters. So, the next time you’re faced with a big goal, don’t be afraid to start small. ___20___ A. Small steps help form good habits. B. However, breaking it into small steps helps. C. Work on the huge task a little bit daily. D. Think about how a seed grows into a tall tree. E. But it’s easy to overlook the power of small, consistent steps. F. Small steps can by no means change the situation. G. Remember, every great journey begins with a single step. 【答案】16. E 17. D 18. A 19. B 20. G 【解析】 【导语】本文讲述了小步骤在奠定成功基石、养成良好习惯、缓解焦虑方面的价值，鼓励将远大愿景转化为可落地的行动，从小处做起。 【16题详解】 根据上文“In a world where we often celebrate big achievements and overnight success.(在一个我们常常赞颂重大成就和一夜成名的世界里)”可知，此处承接前文大众对大成就的追捧，转折指出人们很容易忽视持续的小步骤所具备的力量，对应选项E“But it’s easy to overlook the power of small, consistent steps.(但我们很容易忽略微小且持续的步骤的力量)”。 【17题详解】 根据下文“It doesn’t happen in a day. It changes quietly and steadily underground. Every day, it absorbs sunlight and water, pushing its roots deeper into the soil, until one day, it stands tall and strong, a proof of patience and persistence (坚持).(它不是一天长成的。它在地下悄悄稳稳地变化，每天吸收阳光和水分，把根往土壤深处扎，直到有一天长得又高又壮，成为耐心和坚持的证明)”可知，此处用种子长成大树的比喻来论证小步骤是成就大事的基石，对应选项D“Think about how a seed grows into a tall tree.(想想一粒种子是如何长成参天大树的)”。 【18题详解】 根据下文“For example, if your goal is to improve your English, reading a short passage every day is better than trying to finish a thick book in one weekend. The former builds a habit; the latter often leads to burnout.(比如，如果你的目标是提升英语，每天读一篇短文比试图在一个周末读完一本厚书效果更好。前者能养成习惯，后者往往会导致疲惫倦怠)”可知，本段核心阐述小步骤对养成良好习惯的作用，对应选项A“Small steps help form good habits.(小步骤有助于养成良好习惯)”。 【19题详解】 根据上文“When you take on a huge task, it’s natural to feel nervous. We may even give up before starting.(当你接手一项艰巨的任务时，感到紧张是很正常的。我们甚至可能在开始前就放弃)”和下文“You’ll feel a sense of accomplishment with each small win, which will motivate you to keep going.(每一次小小的胜利都会让你感到有成就感，激励你继续前行)”可知，此处承接前文面对艰巨任务想要放弃的情况，转折给出将大任务拆解为小步骤的解决思路，对应选项B“However, breaking it into small steps helps.(然而，把它拆解成小步骤就会有所帮助)”。 【20题详解】 根据上文“So, the next time you’re faced with a big goal, don’t be afraid to start small.(所以，下次当你面对一个宏大的目标时，不要害怕从小处着手)”可知，此处作为全文收尾句，应该呼应主题总结全文，对应选项G“Remember, every great journey begins with a single step.(记住，千里之行，始于足下)”。 第三部分  语言运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 One afternoon, as I was diving into life’s deeper questions with my students, a thoughtful boy named Jack raised his hand. “Why do so many people feel lost?” he asked. ____21____ their curiosity, I decided to show them the ropes through experience rather than simply ____22____. “Follow me,” I said, leading them toward the nearby ____23____. Whispers filled the air. “Why are we going there?” Emma murmured. “Are there wild animals?” Liam added nervously. “Are we even going to ____24____ this?” A voice trembled from the back. I stayed ____25____, walking calmly ahead. The students trailed behind me, their minds racing with ____26____. Some panicked over ____27____ lions; others pictured snakes. With every step, their anxiety ____28____, yet I said nothing. After forty minutes, we stopped at the forest’s edge. ____29____ them, I smiled. “Don’t worry — we won’t be entering. But tell me, what did you notice on our way here?” The students fell silent. “You were so caught up in ____30____ of the unknown,” I continued, “that you ____31____ the birds singing, the sunlight filtering through the leaves, and the ____32____ around you.” Jack’s eyes lit up with realization. “So...we worry so much about the future that we ____33____ to live now?” “Exactly,” I replied. “Life is a ____34____. If we let fear take over, we’ll miss its wonders.” The students nodded, their faces brightening. As we walked back, they laughed, finally noticing the world they’d overlooked before. The lesson was simple but profound: The ____35____ shapes the future. Don’t let fear steal today’s gifts. 21. A. Ignoring B. Sensing C. Criticizing D. Celebrating 22. A. complain B. argue C. explain D. announce 23. A. mountain B. river C. desert D. forest 24. A. survive B. enjoy C. remember D. control 25. A. curious B. silent C. shocked D. amused 26. A. plans B. guesses C. decisions D. jokes 27. A. hungry B. magical C. fierce D. imaginary 28. A. grew B. emerged C. faded D. fell 29. A. Calling on B. Pointing at C. Turning to D. Waiting for 30. A. joy B. fear C. anger D. hope 31. A. heard B. missed C. avoided D. recorded 32. A. beauty B. harmony C. warmth D. mystery 33. A. refuse B. pretend C. forget D. hate 34. A. game B. battle C. gift D. journey 35. A. present B. chance C. effort D. luck 【答案】21. B 22. C 23. D 24. A 25. B 26. B 27. D 28. A 29. C 30. B 31. B 32. A 33. C 34. D 35. A 【解析】 【导语】这篇文章主要讲述了一位老师通过带学生前往森林的体验式教学，解答了“为何很多人会迷茫”的问题，让学生明白不应因恐惧未来而错过当下的美好，活在当下才能塑造未来。 【21题详解】 考查动词。句意：察觉到他们的好奇心后，我决定通过亲身经历来指导他们，而非简单地进行解释。A. Ignoring忽视，不理睬；B. Sensing察觉到，意识到；C. Criticizing批评，指责；D. Celebrating庆祝，赞美。根据下文“I decided to show them the ropes through experience”可知，老师察觉到学生们的好奇心，决定用体验而非说教的方式解答。 【22题详解】 考查动词。句意：察觉到他们的好奇心后，我决定通过亲身经历来指导他们，而非简单地进行解释。A. complain抱怨，发牢骚；B. argue争论，辩论；C. explain解释，说明；D. announce宣布，宣告。根据上文“through experience rather than simply”可知，与“亲身实践”相对的是“口头解释”。 【23题详解】 考查名词。句意：我说着，带着他们走向附近的森林。A. mountain山，山脉；B. river河流；C. desert沙漠；D. forest森林。后文明确提到“we stopped at the forest’s edge”，因此老师带学生去的是附近的森林。 【24题详解】 考查动词。句意：利亚姆紧张地补充道。“我们真的能在这活下来吗？”A. survive幸存，活下来；B. enjoy享受，喜爱；C. remember记得，记住；D. control控制，掌控。根据上文“Are there wild animals?”学生们担心有野生动物，颤抖着问“我们能活下来吗？”，体现了他们极度的恐惧。 【25题详解】 考查形容词。句意：我保持沉默，平静地走在前面。A. curious好奇的；B. silent沉默的；C. shocked震惊的；D. amused觉得好笑的。根据后文“yet I said nothing”可知，老师保持沉默，只是平静地往前走。 【26题详解】 考查名词。句意：学生们跟在我后面，他们的脑海中满是猜测。A. plans计划；B. guesses猜测，猜想；C. decisions决定；D. jokes玩笑。根据下文“Some panicked over ______ lions; others pictured snakes.”可知，学生们不知道目的地和此行目的，脑子里充满了各种不确定的猜想。 【27题详解】 考查形容词。句意：有些人因想象中的狮子而惊慌失措；另一些人则描绘着蛇的景象。A. hungry饥饿的；B. magical神奇的；C. fierce凶猛的；D. imaginary想象中的，虚构的。根据下文“others pictured snakes”可知，学生们想象着危险。 【28题详解】 考查动词。句意：每走一步，他们的焦虑就加剧一分，但我什么也没说。A. grew增长，加剧；B. emerged出现，浮现；C. faded消退，减弱；D. fell下降，跌落。根据语境以及上文“With every step”可知，随着一步步靠近森林，学生们对未知的恐惧不断加深，焦虑情绪持续加剧。 【29题详解】 考查动词短语。句意：我转向他们，微笑着说道：“别担心——我们不会进去的。”A. Calling on号召，呼吁；B. Pointing at指向；C. Turning to转向；D. Waiting for等待。根据语境以及下文“I smiled. “Don’t worry — we won’t be entering.””可知，老师一直走在队伍前面，到达目的地后，需要转过身来面对学生才能开始说话。 【30题详解】 考查名词。句意：“你们太害怕未知的事物了，”我继续说道，“以至于忽略了鸟儿的歌唱、阳光透过树叶洒下的光影以及你周围的一切美好。”A. joy快乐，喜悦；B. fear恐惧，害怕；C. anger愤怒，生气；D. hope希望。根据后文“let fear take over”可知，此处指的是学生们太害怕未知的事物了。 【31题详解】 考查动词。句意：“你们太害怕未知的事物了，”我继续说道，“以至于忽略了鸟儿的歌唱、阳光透过树叶洒下的光影以及你周围的一切美好。”A. heard听到；B. missed错过，未注意到；C. avoided避免；D. recorded记录。根据下文“we’ll miss its wonders”可知，因为学生们全神贯注于对未知的恐惧，所以错过了身边的鸟鸣和阳光。 【32题详解】 考查名词。句意：“你们太害怕未知的事物了，”我继续说道，“以至于忽略了鸟儿的歌唱、阳光透过树叶洒下的光影以及你周围的一切美好。”A. beauty美景，美好；B. harmony和谐；C. warmth温暖；D. mystery神秘。根据上文“the birds singing”和“the sunlight filtering through the leaves”可知，都是大自然中具体的美好事物，用“beauty”可以概括性地指代这些身边的风景。 【33题详解】 考查动词。句意：“所以……我们总是过于担忧未来，以至于忘记了当下该做什么？”A. refuse拒绝；B. pretend假装；C. forget忘记；D. hate讨厌。根据上文“we worry so much about the future”可知，杰克的感悟是对老师观点的总结：人们过度担忧未来，以至于忘记了活在当下。 【34题详解】 考查名词。句意：“正是如此，”我回答道，“生活是一段旅程。”A. game游戏；B. battle战斗；C. gift礼物；D. journey旅程。根据下文“we’ll miss its wonders.”可知，此处指的是“生活是一场旅程”，与后文“错过沿途的奇迹”完美呼应。 【35题详解】 考查名词。句意：这个道理虽然简单却意义深远：当下塑造着未来。A. present当下，现在；B. chance机会；C. effort努力；D. luck运气。根据下文“Don’t let fear steal today’s gifts.”可知，此处为文章主旨升华：当下塑造未来，不要让恐惧偷走今天的礼物。与前文“live now”“today’s gifts”形成完美呼应。 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。 A 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。 Einstein had a strong passion ____36____ knowledge even in his early years. ____37____ (work) as a clerk in the Swiss patent office, he kept on doing physics research patiently in his spare time despite heavy daily work. In 1905, he earned a doctorate in physics. That same year, ____38____ was later recorded as a miracle year in science, he published four extraordinary physics papers. Following this great achievement, he ____39____ (gradual) became famous around the world, and in 1922, he ____40____ (award) the Nobel Prize for Physics for his explanation of the photoelectric effect. His powerful theories have greatly shaped people’s basic understanding of the universe and pushed forward the development of modern science. 【答案】36. for 37. Working 38. which 39. gradually 40. was awarded 【解析】 【导语】这篇文章主要讲述了爱因斯坦自幼热爱知识，任职专利局职员时坚持科研，1905年发表四篇重要论文，后获诺贝尔物理学奖，其理论推动了现代科学发展。 【36题详解】 考查固定短语。句意：爱因斯坦从小便对知识怀有强烈的热情。have a passion for sth.是固定短语，意为“对……怀有强烈的热爱/热情”，所以此处故填介词for。 【37题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：在瑞士专利局担任职员期间，尽管每天工作繁重，他仍利用空闲时间耐心地从事物理学研究。此处为非谓语动词作状语，句子主语 he与 work是逻辑上的主动关系，用现在分词短语作状语，句首单词首字母大写。 【38题详解】 考查定语从句。句意：同年，也就是后来被称为科学奇迹之年的那一年，他发表了四篇极为出色的物理论文。设空处引导非限制性定语从句，先行词是That same year，指物，从句中缺少主语，用关系代词which 引导非限制性定语从句，指代前文的 “1905年”。 【39题详解】 考查副词。句意：在这一伟大成就之后，他逐渐闻名于世，并于1922年因其对光电效应的解释而获得诺贝尔物理学奖。此处修饰动词became，需用副词形式，gradual的副词为 gradually，意为“逐渐地”。 【40题详解】 考查动词时态和语态。句意：在这一伟大成就之后，他逐渐闻名于世，并于1922年因其对光电效应的解释而获得诺贝尔物理学奖。主语 he与动词 award（授予）是被动关系，即 “他被授予诺贝尔奖”，时间状语in 1922 为过去时间，故用一般过去时的被动语态，且主语为第三人称单数，所以谓语动词为was awarded。 B 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。 We use words and body language to express our thoughts. Like spoken language, it ____41____ (vary) from culture to culture. Therefore, we should use it in ____42____ appropriate way. Making eye contact shows interest in some countries, but in many Middle Eastern countries it is not permitted. The OK gesture differs across cultures: in Japan, witnessing one employing it may mean money, but in Brazil and Germany you should avoid ____43____ (make) it. In many countries, shaking one’s head means “no” and nodding means “yes”, though in Bulgaria the opposite is true. There are ____44____ (difference) in how we act when meeting or parting. Smiling is the most universal body language; experts suggest smiling at yourself in the mirror to become happier and ____45____ (strong). 【答案】41. varies 42. an 43. making 44. differences 45. stronger 【解析】 【导语】这篇文章主要介绍了肢体语言和口头语言一样因文化而异，同一手势在不同国家含义不同，见面道别举止也有差别，微笑却是最通用的肢体语言。 【41题详解】 考查动词时态和主谓一致。句意：与口语一样，它在不同文化中也有所不同。句子描述客观事实，用一般现在时；主语 it指代body language，为第三人称单数，谓语动词vary需变为第三人称单数形式varies。 【42题详解】 考查冠词。句意：因此，我们应该以适当的方式使用它。固定搭配in a/an ... way表示“以一种……的方式”；appropriate以元音音素开头，因此用不定冠词an。 【43题详解】 考查动名词。句意：OK手势在不同文化中也有差异：在日本，看到有人做出这个手势可能意味着金钱，而在巴西和德国则应避免这样做。此处为固定短语avoid doing sth.，表示“避免做某事”，avoid后接动名词作宾语，因此make变为making。 【44题详解】 考查名词复数形式。句意：在见面或告别时，我们的行为方式也存在差异。there be句型中 be 动词为are，说明主语是复数；difference是可数名词，故用复数形式differences。 【45题详解】 考查形容词比较级。句意：微笑是最普遍的肢体语言；专家建议，在镜子前对着自己微笑，有助于让自己更快乐、更强壮。and连接并列的表语，前面的happier是比较级，因此strong也要变为比较级stronger，与happier形式保持一致。 第四部分  写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 你校英文报正在举办征文比赛，主题为 AI and Creativity。现在人工智能可以快速生成文章、绘画等作品，人们对此持两种不同观点。请投稿，谈谈你的看法。 内容要点： 1、两种不同观点； 2、你的看法。 注意： 1、词数 100 左右； 2、可适当增加细节，使行文连贯。 ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】参考范文一 With the rapid development of technology, AI is capable of producing paintings and articles within a short time, which has caused a heated debate. Some people argue that AI will kill human creativity. They fear that people may simply rely on AI rather than create works on their own. Others hold the opposite view that AI can serve as an inspiration source and stimulate our new ideas. From my perspective, AI is nothing more than a useful tool. It can offer rich materials for creation, yet true creativity comes from human feelings and thoughts. We should take advantage of AI instead of letting it replace human creation. 参考范文二 With the rapid development of technology, AI is capable of producing paintings and articles within a short time, which has caused a heated debate. Some people hold the view that AI will kill human creativity, which can produce finished works in seconds. Having seen AI generate poems and paintings easily, they worry people will stop thinking independently. However, others argue that AI can inspire our ideas. Used as a helpful tool, AI offers various references, which help creators break through thinking limits. From my perspective, AI is just a tool. It is human minds that decide the direction of creation. We should make good use of AI instead of relying on it blindly. 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达要求考生写一篇以“AI and Creativity”为主题的征文，阐述两种不同观点，并谈谈看法。 【详解】1.词汇积累 （参考范文一） 导致：cause→provoke 认为：argue→claim 来自：come from→stem from 代替：replace→take the place of 2.句式拓展 同义句转换 原句：Some people argue that AI will kill human creativity. 拓展句：Some people argue that AI, which many people are worried about, will kill human creativity. 【点睛】高分句型1】 With the rapid development of technology, AI is capable of producing paintings and articles within a short time, which has caused a heated debate.(运用了which引导非限制性定语从句) 【高分句型2】Others hold the opposite view that AI can serve as an inspiration source and stimulate our new ideas.(运用了that引导同位语从句) 第二节（满分25分） 47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 On a cool autumn morning, the small town of Willow Creek cheered with excitement. The annual Mini Marathon was about to begin, and the streets were lined with enthusiastic audience. Among the crowd, a father and his young son, Alex, stood ready at the starting line. For months, Alex had been training diligently, dreaming of winning the race and bringing home the trophy (奖杯). Alex’s father, Mark, had always supported his son’s passion for running. He had run marathons himself in his younger days and was proud to see his son follow in his footsteps. As the race officials gave the final instructions, Mark placed a reassuring hand on Alex’s shoulder. “Remember, it’s not just about winning,” he said. “It’s about giving your best and enjoying the journey.” The starting gun fired, and the runners took off. Alex rushed ahead, his legs moving swiftly — and his heart pounding with determination. Mark followed closely behind, keeping an eye on his son. The first few kilometers flew by, and Alex maintained a steady pace, feeling confident and strong. As they approached the halfway mark, Alex noticed a disturbance on the side of the road. A small crowd had gathered around something on the ground. Curiosity sparked, Alex slowed down and saw a tiny, injured squirrel lying in the grass. Its leg was twisted at an odd angle, and it was obviously in pain. Without hesitation, Alex stopped and knelt beside the animal. Mark, who had been a few steps behind, quickly joined his son. “What’s going on?” he asked, concerned. “It’s an injured squirrel,” Alex replied, his voice filled with sympathy. “I can’t just leave it alone.” Mark looked at his son, torn between the race and the animal. “Do you want to help it?” he asked gently. Alex nodded, his eyes determined. “Yes, I do. It’s the right thing to do.” Mark smiled, proud of his son’s decision. “Then let’s take care of it. We can always finish the race later.” Together, they carefully picked up the squirrel and carried it to the medical aid station. 注意： 1. 续写词数应为150个左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 The doctor examined the squirrel and provided immediate treatment. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ “Dad, we have no hope of winning anymore,” Alex said, standing on the track with disappointment. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】 The doctor examined the squirrel and provided immediate treatment. He gently set the broken leg and bandaged it carefully, saying that the little animal would recover soon with proper care. Alex watched with relief, a warm feeling rising in his heart. When the doctor promised to look after the squirrel until it was fully healed, Alex nodded gratefully and thanked him sincerely. Before leaving, he gently touched the squirrel’s head, whispering softly that it would be fine. Then he and Mark rushed back to the track, hoping to continue the race. “Dad, we have no hope of winning anymore,” Alex said, standing on the track with disappointment. Mark placed his hand on Alex’s shoulder and smiled gently. “Son, remember what I told you? It’s not just about winning. What you did today meant more than any trophy. I’m proud of you.” Hearing this, Alex’s eyes lit up with pride. Just then, the race announcer called their names. To their surprise, the organizers awarded them a special prize for their kindness. Surrounded by warm applause, Alex realized that helping others was the real victory, which he would treasure forever. 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了Alex与父亲Mark参加年度迷你马拉松比赛。赛程中，Alex发现路边一只受伤的小松鼠，毅然停下脚步救助动物，放弃了争夺名次的机会。父亲支持他的决定，两人将松鼠送到医疗站接受治疗。 【详解】1. 段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容可知，第一段可描写医生处理伤情、Alex确认松鼠无碍后放下心来，随后与父亲返回赛道的过程。 ②由第二段首句内容可知，第二段可描写父亲安慰儿子、重申比赛意义，以及赛事主办方为他们的善举颁发特别奖项的情节。 2. 续写线索： 医生救治——Alex安心——返回赛道——失望自责——父亲开导——获得特别奖——感悟真正的胜利 3. 词汇激活 行为类 ① 恢复：recover/pull through ②授予：award/grant 情绪类 ① 宽慰：relief/reassurance ② 感激地：gratefully/with gratitude 【点睛】【高分句型1】When the doctor promised to look after the squirrel until it was fully healed, Alex nodded gratefully and thanked him sincerely.(运用了when引导的时间状语从句和until引导的时间状语从句) 【高分句型2】Surrounded by warm applause, Alex realized that helping others was the real victory, which he would treasure forever.(运用了过去分词短语作状语、that引导的宾语从句以及which引导的非限制性定语从句) 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $