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厦门市第十中学2026—2027学年第一学期高二期中质量检测 （英语）试题 满分150分 考试时间120分钟 班级： 姓名： 座号： 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 听下面5段录音。每段录音后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段录音后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段录音播放两遍。 1. How does the woman sound? A. Disappointed. B. Excited. C. Surprised. 2. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. A tennis class. B. A person. C. A card. 3. What does the man ask the woman to do? A. Keep the receipt. B. Open the package. C. Return the item online. 4. When did the woman go to class yesterday? A. At 2:30 pm. B. At 2:00 pm. C. At 1:00 pm. 5. What will the man do tonight? A. Wash dishes. B. Eat out. C. Make a plan. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听下面5段录音。每段录音后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段录音前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，每小题都有5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音播放两遍。 听第6段录音，回答第6、7题。 6. What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A. A couple. B. Neighbors. C. Strangers. 7. What made the window open? A. A dog. B. A cat. C. The wind. 听第7段录音，回答第8、9题。 8. Which car is the man interested in? A. The antique car. B. The Benz. C. The sports car. 9. Why did the man like that car? A. He was attracted by the style. B. He believed in the car company. C. He enjoyed the experience of the test drive. 听第8段录音，回答第10至12题。 10. What will Mary use Mike’s cellphone to do? A. Play games. B. Call her mother. C. Order movie tickets. 11. Where will the speakers probably go first after lunch? A. A bookstore. B. A cinema. C. A mall. 12. What did Mary order? A. A steak. B. Green salad. C. French fries. 听第9段录音，回答第13至16题。 13. What does the man say about John Grisham’s books? A. They are excellent. B. They are disappointing. C. They are difficult to understand. 14. What plays a key role in John Grisham’s success? A. Education. B. Talent. C. Experience. 15. What does the man major in? A. Law. B. Philosophy. C. Literature. 16. What is the woman going to do next? A. Borrow books. B. Catch a bus. C. Take a math class. 听第10段录音，回答第17至20题。 17. Where did the speaker’s family live that night? A. In her grandparents’ house. B. In a shelter in her community. C. In her mother’s friend’s house. 18. What did the speaker’s father find in the ruined house? A. Some books. B. Wedding rings. C. A plastic box. 19. What do we know about the speaker’s father? A. He was depressed for a long time. B. He turned down all the help. C. He is strong and optimistic. 20. Why does the speaker give this talk? A. To share her family background. B. To call attention to the fire. C. To express her gratitude 第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分50分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A Cambridge Lectures on Art & Intelligence A public lecture series exploring how human intelligence evolves alongside artificial intelligence (AI), from education to industry, innovation, and the future economy. David Hockney’s work has shaped modern understanding of perception, attention, and ways of seeing for more than six decades, insisting on these as active forms of intelligence. The Cambridge Lectures on Art & Intelligence take place alongside the continued public presence of his work, including major exhibitions at institutions such as the Serpentine Galleries. David Hockney’s practice has long emphasized the active role of the viewers, the experience of time, and the intelligence of looking. These questions remain central as technologies increasingly influence how the world is seen and understood. The lecture series extends this inquiry into a wider conversation about human judgement, interpretation, confidence and inventive thinking in contemporary culture. At a moment when AI is transforming how images, information, and decisions are produced, the series asks what forms of human insight, judgement, and interpretive agency remain essential, and how they are developed, recognized, and sustained within education, culture, and industry. Attention Lecture dates run from 8th February 2026 to 18th February 2026 (in support of Cambridge Arts Festival 2026). Full collection of MODO lectures/events (20% off for double tickets): Time Theme Fee Sunday, 8th February Human Movie £25 per person Wednesday, 11th February Autism & Cognitive Evolution £27 per person Thursday, 12th February Participating in Gallery Crawl, Cambridge Arts Festival Free Thursday, 12th February When Physics Meets Art £30 per person Monday, 16th February Award-winning Human Movie and Hypothetical Image Reading £26 per person Wednesday, 18th February Perceptions Beyond Human Evolution — Whale Intelligence & AI £29 per person 1. What is the core topic of the lecture series? A. The co-evolution of human intelligence and AI. B. The effects of Cambridge Arts Festival on lectures. C. The achievements of David Hockney in modern art. D. The development of AI technology in art exhibitions. 2. Which of the following does David Hockney’s practice highlight? A. Passive human conversation. B. Attentive writing intelligence. C. Dependent thinking experience. D. Viewers’ active participation. 3. How much will a couple pay for both Thursday lectures? A. £30. B. £48. C. £60. D. £96. 【答案】1. A 2. D 3. B 【解析】 【导语】本文介绍剑桥艺术与智能系列讲座，围绕人类智能与AI协同发展展开，结合艺术家霍克尼的创作理念，列出2026年2月讲座日程、主题票价及双人票八折优惠。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段“A public lecture series exploring how human intelligence evolves alongside artificial intelligence (AI), from education to industry, innovation, and the future economy.(这一系列公开讲座探讨人类智能与人工智能如何同步发展，涵盖教育、产业、创新以及未来经济等领域。)”可知，该讲座系列的核心主题是人类智能与人工智能的共同演化。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段“David Hockney’s practice has long emphasized the active role of the viewers, the experience of time, and the intelligence of looking.(大卫·霍克尼的创作长期以来都强调观众的主动参与、时间体验以及观察的智慧。)”可知，大卫・霍克尼的创作着重突出观众的主动参与。 【3题详解】 细节理解题。根据表格周四两场活动“Participating in Gallery Crawl, Cambridge Arts Festival, Free (剑桥艺术节画廊巡展，免费)”、“When Physics Meets Art, £30 per person (物理与艺术碰撞，单人票价30英镑)”，以及Attention中“Full collection of MODO lectures/events (20% off for double tickets)(全套MODO讲座活动，双人票享八折优惠)”可知，仅需付费的场次单人30英镑，一对夫妻原价30×2=60英镑，八折后60×0.8=48英镑。 B Eugene Newman Parker, a leading figure in heliospheric (日球层) physics for the past half century, passed away peacefully at his home in Chicago on Mar. 15. He was 94. Acknowledged as a visionary in the field of heliophysics, Parker changed our understanding of the sun and its effects on Earth and other bodies within the solar system. NASA even stated that “the field of heliophysics exists in large part because of Dr. Eugene Parker”. In 2018, Parker became the first living scientist to witness the launch of a spacecraft that was named in his honor. Parker is best known for his groundbreaking theory on the existence of a phenomenon called “solar wind”, a continuous stream of charged particles that flow off the sun. It can become violent, causing space weather that impacts the Earth. When Parker’s research was published in 1958, his theory was initially met with skepticism (怀疑) and ridicule by the scientific community. The general view at the time was that the space between planets was an absolute vacuum (真空), and was thus completely empty of any matter. But, there were no errors in his study or his calculations, and the theory was later proven to be correct in 1962, when a NASA spacecraft mission to Venus revealed the constant presence of a supersonic wind—exactly as Parker had predicted. That experience likely led to the advice Parker often gave young researchers: “If you do something new or innovative, expect trouble. But think critically about it because if you’re wrong, you want to be the first one to know that.” Parker never co-authored a paper with his students, thus urging them to be independent. Parker was humble, straightforward, and wise. His son Eric said, “My sister Joyce and I didn’t get a real feel for what a ‘big dog’ our dad was in the field.” They got an even better sense when a month after Parker’s death, they traveled to Lund, Sweden, to accept on his behalf the Crafoord Prize in Astronomy. 4. What can we learn from the second paragraph? A. A spacecraft was named in memory of Parker. B. The sun has less effect on Earth than expected. C. Parker deserved credit for his great contributions. D. NASA provided new insights into the lunar effect. 5. Why did people view Parker’s theory of “solar wind” skeptically at first? A. Some mistakes were found in his calculations. B. It went against the popular opinion at that time. C. The presence of a supersonic wind was proven by NASA. D. Matter was believed to exist in the space between planets. 6. What advice did Parker often give to young researchers? A. Expect challenges and critically evaluate your work. B. Stick to conventional methods to minimize risks. C. Depend on your professor for decision-making. D. Cooperate frequently to ensure success. 7. What words can be used to describe Parker according to the passage? A. Responsible and accessible. B. Straightforward and generous. C. Distinguished yet modest. D. Intelligent yet peculiar. 【答案】4. C 5. B 6. A 7. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章介绍了日球物理学的领军人物，尤金·纽曼·帕克的贡献以及他对年轻人的影响。 【4题详解】 推理判断题。根据第二段中“Acknowledged as a visionary in the field of heliophysics, Parker changed our understanding of the sun and its effects on Earth and other bodies within the solar system. (作为太阳物理学领域公认的有远见的人，帕克改变了我们对太阳及其对地球和太阳系内其他天体的影响的认识。)”以及“NASA even stated that “the field of heliophysics exists in large part because of Dr. Eugene Parker”. (美国国家航空航天局甚至表示，“太阳物理学领域的存在在很大程度上要归功于尤金·帕克博士”。)”可知，帕克对整个日球物理学领域做出了极大的贡献，他是值得赞扬的。故选C项。 【5题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段中“When Parker’s research was published in 1958, his theory was initially met with skepticism (怀疑) and ridicule by the scientific community. (当帕克的研究成果于1958年发表时，他的理论最初遭到了科学界的质疑和嘲笑。)”以及“The general view at the time was that the space between planets was an absolute vacuum (真空), and was thus completely empty of any matter. (当时的普遍观点是，行星之间的空间是绝对真空的，因此完全没有任何物质。)”可知，人们起初对帕克的“太阳风”理论持怀疑态度，因为它违背了当时的流行观点。故选B项。 【6题详解】 细节理解题。根据倒数第二段中“That experience likely led to the advice Parker often gave young researchers: “If you do something new or innovative, expect trouble. But think critically about it because if you’re wrong, you want to be the first one to know that.”” (这段经历可能导致了帕克经常给年轻研究人员的建议：“如果你做了一些新的或创新的事情，预计会有麻烦。但要批判性地思考，因为如果你错了，你想成为第一个知道这一点的人。”)”可知，帕克给年轻人的建议是做创新的事情会有麻烦，但要批判性地思考，由此可知，帕克经常给年轻研究人员的建议是做好挑战的准备，批判性地评估你的工作。故选A项。 【7题详解】 推理判断题。根据第二段中“Acknowledged as a visionary in the field of heliophysics, Parker changed our understanding of the sun and its effects on Earth and other bodies within the solar system. (作为太阳物理学领域公认的有远见的人，帕克改变了我们对太阳及其对地球和太阳系内其他天体的影响的认识。)”可知，帕克是一位有杰出成就的人，结合最后一段中“Parker was humble, straightforward, and wise. (帕克谦逊、直率、睿智。)”可知，帕克是杰出但谦逊的。故选C项。 C When people try to listen to a faint (微弱的) sound, many naturally close their eyes. The common belief is that removing visual distractions (干扰) helps the brain focus more on hearing, making it more sensitive. Is this really the case? To find out, researchers from Shanghai Jiao Tong University carried out a study. Participants listened to a range of sounds through headphones while background noise was played. Their task was to adjust the volume until they could just barely hear the sound over the noise. The experiment included different visual conditions: eyes closed, eyes open looking at a blank screen, viewing a still image related to the sound, and watching a matching video. The results were contrary to expectations. Closing the eyes actually made it harder to detect faint sounds, while watching a matching video significantly improved hearing sensitivity. To understand why this happens, the researchers tracked brain activity during the tests. They found that closing the eyes puts the brain into a state that increases filtering (过滤) of incoming information. This doesn’t just reduce background noise — it also blocks the very sounds people are trying to hear. Researcher Yu Huang explained, “The internal focus from eye closure works against you in noisy settings, leading to over-filtering. Visual engagement helps keep the auditory (听觉的) system connected to the outside world.” This effect seems specific to noisy settings. In quiet settings, closing the eyes may still help. But since daily life environment is often noisy, keeping your eyes open may be the better strategy. The team plans to continue studying how vision and hearing interact. One key question is whether the benefit comes simply from having visual input, or from seeing something that matches the sound. “We want to test mismatched pairs — for example, what happens if you hear a drum but see a bird?” said Huang. 8. Why did the researchers conduct the study? A. To support a traditional belief. B. To test a widely held assumption. C. To explore ways to improve hearing. D. To examine human sensitivity to sound. 9. Which task did the participants perform in the experiment? A. Identifying the target sound. B. Memorizing different sounds. C. Playing the background noise. D. Judging the quality of a video. 10. What is paragraph 4 mainly about? A. Practical use of the research findings. B. A doubt regarding the research design. C. Supporting details for the research results. D. A detailed account of the research methods. 11. What will the team’s future research focus on? A. Vision and sound pairing tests. B. Factors that affect vision. C. Varied benefits of visual input. D. Strategies to distinguish sounds. 【答案】8. B 9. A 10. C 11. A 【解析】 【导语】文章主要介绍了上海交通大学研究人员开展的一项关于视觉与听觉关系的研究，结果发现闭眼实际上使人更难听到微弱声音，而观看匹配视频则能显著提高听觉敏感度，并解释了其背后的脑机制及未来研究方向。 【8题详解】 推理判断题。根据第一段中“The common belief is that removing visual distractions helps the brain focus more on hearing, making it more sensitive. Is this really the case? (人们普遍认为，消除视觉干扰有助于大脑更专注于听觉，使其更加敏感。事实真的如此吗？)”以及第二段中“To find out, researchers from Shanghai Jiao Tong University carried out a study. (为了弄清楚这一点，上海交通大学的研究人员进行了一项研究。)”可知，研究人员开展这项研究是为了验证一个被广泛持有的假设，即闭眼有助于提高听觉敏感度。 【9题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段中“Their task was to adjust the volume until they could just barely hear the sound over the noise. (他们的任务是调整音量，直到他们刚好能在噪音中听到声音。)”可知，参与者的任务是在背景噪音中识别出目标声音。 【10题详解】 主旨大意题。根据第四段中“To understand why this happens, the researchers tracked brain activity during the tests. They found that closing the eyes puts the brain into a state that increases filtering of incoming information. This doesn't just reduce background noise — it also blocks the very sounds people are trying to hear. (为了理解为什么会发生这种情况，研究人员在测试过程中追踪了大脑活动。他们发现闭眼会使大脑进入一种增加过滤传入信息的状态。这不仅减少了背景噪音，也阻挡了人们试图听到的声音。)”可知，本段主要解释了研究结果背后的脑科学机制，为研究结果提供了支持性细节。 【11题详解】 细节理解题。根据最后一段中“The team plans to continue studying how vision and hearing interact. One key question is whether the benefit comes simply from having visual input, or from seeing something that matches the sound. “We want to test mismatched pairs — for example, what happens if you hear a drum but see a bird?” said Huang. (该团队计划继续研究视觉和听觉如何相互作用。一个关键问题是，这种好处是仅仅来自视觉输入，还是来自看到与声音匹配的东西。“我们想测试不匹配的组合——例如，如果你听到鼓声但看到一只鸟会怎样？”黄说。)”可知，团队未来的研究将聚焦于视觉与声音配对测试。 D Exciting news is on the horizon as California power authorities have successfully completed their groundbreaking solar panel-covered canal project, which promises to generate a remarkable 1.6 megawatts (兆瓦) of clean energy. This innovative initiative, led by the Turlock Irrigation District Water ＆ Power, plays a vital role in irrigating (灌溉) essential crops like cotton and tomatoes in the heart of California’s central valley. The inspiration for this project came from a 2021 research paper by scientists at the University of California, Santa Cruz, who discovered that covering canals with solar panels could save an astonishing 63.5 billion gallons of water from evaporation (蒸发) each year. This brilliant idea not only conserves water but also offers an incredible benefit: for every megawatt of solar energy produced during Turlock’s average 290 sunny days, the panels could replace 15-20 diesel (柴油) generators that traditionally pump water along these canals. Known as Project Nexus, this initiative took flight in October 2022. It stands out in the world and the second of its kind in the US. The project will be closely monitored to see how its performance matches the promising projections. The concept of placing solar panels over canals isn’t new; it first emerged in 2014 in Gujarat, India, where a pilot project successfully covered a stretch of canal and paved the way for an entire canal-topped solar plant. Researchers in India found that the water beneath the panels helped maintain ideal temperatures, leading to a 2-5% improvement in efficiency. In addition to conserving water and minimizing land use for solar farms, the panels’ unique placement helps extend their lifespan by keeping them cooler. This innovative approach also limits the growth of harmful plants along the canals, reducing the need for manual or chemical clearing. With about 4,000 miles of canals across California, the potential for taking advantage of solar energy is tremendous, with estimates suggesting they could generate up to 13 gigawatts of power. This would be enough to supply energy to around 750,000 homes, effectively lighting up nearly half of Los Angeles. 12. What can we know about the solar-covered canal project from Santa Cruz’s research? A. It is energy-saving and eco-friendly. B. Its economic benefit is limited in real use. C. It has changed previous irrigation methods. D. It is designed to solve the water shortage problem. 13. How did the Indian project influence California’s Project Nexus? A. By supplying critical equipment. B. By demonstrating possibility. C. By providing the technical designs. D. By offering precise data on temperatures. 14. What does the underlined word “tremendous” in the last paragraph most probably mean? A. Limited. B. Temporary. C. Huge. D. Defined. 15. Which would be the best title for the passage? A. How Canals Can Help Save Energy B. California’s Fight for Water Supply C. Solar panels: A New Use for Canals D. Project Nexus: A Solar Success Case 【答案】12. A 13. B 14. C 15. D 【解析】 【导语】本文主要报道美国加州完成太阳能电池板覆盖运河的创新项目，阐述其灵感来源、优势、借鉴的印度案例及巨大发展潜力。 【12题详解】 推理判断题。根据第二段“The inspiration for this project came from a 2021 research paper by scientists at the University of California, Santa Cruz, who discovered that covering canals with solar panels could save an astonishing 63.5 billion gallons of water from evaporation (蒸发) each year. This brilliant idea not only conserves water but also offers an incredible benefit: for every megawatt of solar energy produced during Turlock’s average 290 sunny days, the panels could replace 15-20 diesel (柴油) generators that traditionally pump water along these canals. (这个项目的灵感来自加州大学圣克鲁斯分校的科学家2021年的一篇研究论文，他们发现用太阳能电池板覆盖运河每年可以节省惊人的635亿加仑因蒸发损失的水。这一绝妙的想法不仅节约了水资源，而且带来了令人难以置信的好处：在特洛克平均290个晴天期间，每生产1兆瓦的太阳能，这些太阳能电池板就可以取代15-20台柴油发电机，这些柴油发电机传统上沿着这些运河抽水)”可知，圣克鲁兹的研究显示该项目既能节水，又能替代柴油发电机、产生清洁能源，具备节能和环保的双重属性。 【13题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段“The concept of placing solar panels over canals isn’t new; it first emerged in 2014 in Gujarat, India, where a pilot project successfully covered a stretch of canal and paved the way for an entire canal-topped solar plant. (在运河上方安装太阳能电池板的概念并不新鲜；它于2014年首次出现在印度古吉拉特邦，当时一个试点项目成功覆盖了一段运河，为整个运河顶部的太阳能发电厂铺平了道路)”可知，印度的试点项目成功验证了运河覆盖太阳能电池板的可行性，为加州的“Nexus项目”提供了实践参考，证明了该概念的可操作性。 【14题详解】 词句猜测题。根据最后一段“With about 4,000 miles of canals across California, the potential for taking advantage of solar energy is tremendous, with estimates suggesting they could generate up to 13 gigawatts of power. This would be enough to supply energy to around 750,000 homes, effectively lighting up nearly half of Los Angeles. (加利福尼亚州有大约4000英里的运河，利用太阳能的潜力是tremendous，估计它们可以产生高达130亿瓦的电力。这将足以为大约75万户家庭供电，实际上能为洛杉矶近一半的区域提供照明)”可知，加州运河利用太阳能的潜力极大，tremendous意为“巨大的”。 【15题详解】 主旨大意题。通读全文，第一段点明加州成功完成太阳能电池板覆盖运河项目，即“Nexus项目”，后续段落围绕该项目的灵感来源、优势、借鉴的印度案例及未来潜力展开，核心始终是Nexus项目这一成功的太阳能应用案例，由此可知，D项“Nexus项目：一个成功的太阳能案例”能精准概括全文核心，适合作为最佳标题。 第二节 （共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分） 阅读并根据短文内容，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。 Studies demonstrate that nonverbal behaviors make up a high percentage of daily interpersonal communication. The following can help you improve your nonverbal communication skills. Your tone of voice can transmit a wealth of information, ranging from passion to disinterest to anger. ____16____For example, if you want to show interest in something, express your passion by using an energetic tone of voice. Such signals not only display your feelings about a topic but also generate interest in the people listening to you speak. Good eye contact is another essential nonverbal communication skill. When people fail to look others in the eye, it seems as if they are trying to hide something. However, too much eye contact comes across as unsettling. ____17____ It’s recommended that intervals (间隔) of eye contact lasting three to four seconds make people feel natural and comfortable. ____18____Some require more formal behaviors that might be interpreted differently in other settings. For example, the nonverbal signals you use at work differ greatly from those used on a Friday night out with friends. Match your nonverbal signals to the situation to express your intended message accurately. If you are confused about another person’s nonverbal signals, don’t be afraid to ask questions. A good idea is to repeat back your interpretation and ask for clarification. For example, “So what you are saying is that…” “Do you mean that…” Such questions help clarify a conversation and encourage the other person to keep talking. ____19____ Nonverbal communication is complex and varied. ____20____ Being more aware of how nonverbal signals impact interpersonal relationships can help you learn to use nonverbal communication more effectively. A. It can also strengthen your message. B. How can you tell how much is appropriate? C. Always consider the context of communication. D. There’s no one-size-fits-all way to use these signals. E. It’s better to pay close attention to a variety of signals. F. Misreading them can easily lead to misunderstandings or conflicts. G. This simple step helps prevent misunderstandings and keep the conversation smooth. 【答案】16. A 17. B 18. C 19. G 20. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。研究表明非语言行为在日常人际交流中占比高，文章给出了通过合理运用语气、保持恰当眼神接触、就疑惑的非语言信号提问以及考虑交流情境等技巧来提升非语言交流能力，以更有效地使用非语言交流的建议。 【16题详解】 根据空前“Your tone of voice can transmit a wealth of information, ranging from passion to disinterest to anger.( 你的语调可以传递大量的信息，从激情到不感兴趣再到愤怒。)”强调“语调能传递丰富信息（如热情、冷淡、愤怒）”，空后“For example, if you want to show interest in something, express your passion by using an energetic tone of voice. Such signals not only display your feelings about a topic but also generate interest in the people listening to you speak.( 例如，如果你想表现出对某事的兴趣，用一种充满活力的语气来表达你的热情。这样的信号不仅能表达你对一个话题的感受，还能引起听你说话的人的兴趣。)”通过举例说明“用充满活力的语调表达热情，既能传递自身感受，也能引发听众兴趣”，核心是“语调对信息传递的强化作用”。选项A“It can also strengthen your message.（它还能强化你所传达的信息。）”符合语境，“also”与前文的“not only”相呼应，进一步说明了tone of voice的积极作用。故选A项。 【17题详解】 根据空前“However, too much eye contact comes across as unsettling.( 然而，过多的目光接触会让人感到不安。)”指出“缺乏眼神交流像在隐瞒事情，过多眼神交流又会让人不安”，提出“眼神交流“量”的矛盾问题”；空后“It’s recommended that intervals（间隔）of eye contact lasting three to four seconds make people feel natural and comfortable.( 建议眼神交流的时间间隔为3到4秒，这样会让人感到自然和舒适。)”给出解决方案“3-4秒的眼神交流间隔让人自然舒适”，核心是“需明确合适的眼神交流量”。选项B“How can you tell how much is appropriate?（如何判断多少才合适？）”符合语境。故选B项。 【18题详解】 根据空后“Some require more formal behaviors that might be interpreted differently in other settings. ( 有些要求更正式的行为，在其他场合可能会有不同的解释。)”强调有些场景需要更正式的行为（在其他场景中解读不同），并举例“工作中的非语言信号与周五和朋友外出时差异大”，核心是“非语言行为需适配场景”。选项C“Always consider the context of communication.( 始终考虑沟通情境。)”中，“context”直接对应后文“some situations”、“settings”、“at work”、“Friday night out”，是对后文“场景适配”观点的总起，起到“总领段落”的作用。故选C项。 【19题详解】 根据空前“For example, “So what you are saying is that…” “Do you mean that…” Such questions help clarify a conversation and encourage the other person to keep talking.( 例如，“所以你的意思是……”“你的意思是……”这样的问题有助于澄清对话，鼓励对方继续说下去。)”讲若对他人非语言行为困惑，可通过重复解读、提问澄清（如“你是说……吗”）。选项G“This simple step helps prevent misunderstandings and keep the conversation smooth. (这个简单的步骤有助于防止误解，并使对话顺利进行。)”中，“this simple step”指代前文提到的重复理解并请求澄清的提问方式，“prevent misunderstandings”和“keep the conversation smooth”进一步说明了这种提问方式的好处，与前文衔接紧密。故选G项。 【20题详解】 根据空前“Nonverbal communication is complex and varied. (非语言交流是复杂而多样的。)”讲“非语言沟通复杂多样”，空格后“Being more aware of how nonverbal signals impact interpersonal relationships can help you learn to use nonverbal communication more effectively.( 更多地了解非语言信号对人际关系的影响可以帮助你更有效地学习使用非语言沟通。)”强调“关注非语言信号对人际关系的影响，能帮助你更有效地使用非语言沟通”，核心是“非语言沟通无统一模式，需灵活运用”。选项D“There’s no one-size-fits-all way to use these signals. (使用这些非语言信号没有一种通用的方法。)”承接前文“complex and varied”，同时为后文“关注影响、灵活运用”提供前提，逻辑衔接自然。故选D项。 第三部分 语言运用 （共三节，满分30分） 第一节 完形填空 （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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 In Houston, two brothers are turning their days off into chances to give back. Daniel and Martin both have ____21____ jobs — Daniel works as a landscaper, while Martin is in the chemical industry to ensure a stable income. But when they’re not at work, they are out helping those who are ____22____ to make ends meet. It all began with offering free lawn (草坪) ____23____ once a week and now their kindness has expanded to include another ____24____: free pressure washing. Whether it’s a driveway or a sidewalk, the brothers are ready to help — and they never ask for ____25____. “You never know what people are ____26____,” said Martin. “Pressure washing might seem ____27____, but it can truly mean a lot to people. It ____28____ them and might even change their attitude to life.” Their ____29____ started four years ago. While working a paid landscaping job with their father, they met a client who sadly admitted that she couldn’t ____30____ her medicine. Daniel still remembers clearly the ____31____ on her face. They decided to take care of her lawn for free. From then on, they ____32____ their schedules to set aside at least one day each week to help people ____33____ overgrown and deserted yards at no cost. For the brothers, it all comes down to one simple goal: ____34____ others to make a difference. “We always think about how we can encourage people to go out, help others, and ____35____ spread kindness throughout Houston,” Daniel said. 21. A. online B. challenging C. secure D. flexible 22. A. struggling B. starting C. learning D. planning 23. A. movement B. care C. replacement D. cure 24. A. message B. routine C. character D. service 25. A. guidance B. advice C. payment D. permission 26. A. dreaming of B. thinking about C. relying on D. going through 27. A. random B. small C. critical D. difficult 28. A. disturbs B. shocks C. delights D. attracts 29. A. mission B. ambition C. pressure D. origin 30. A. recognize B. digest C. swallow D. afford 31. A. look B. mark C. surprise D. smile 32. A. simplified B. repeated C. adjusted D. considered 33. A. sell B. protect C. remove D. maintain 34. A. allowing B. inspiring C. persuading D. forcing 35. A. actively B. instantly C. carefully D. potentially 【答案】21. C 22. A 23. B 24. D 25. C 26. D 27. B 28. C 29. A 30. D 31. A 32. C 33. D 34. B 35. A 【解析】 【导语】文章讲述了休斯顿一对兄弟拥有稳定本职工作，利用休息日免费帮困难居民打理庭院、清洗路面。一次偶遇困难顾客让他们开启公益，他们希望以此激励众人主动传递善意。 【21题详解】 考查形容词。句意：丹尼尔和马丁都有着稳定的工作，丹尼尔是景观设计师，马丁在化工行业工作以保证稳定收入。A. online线上的；B. challenging有挑战性的；C. secure稳定的；D. flexible灵活的。后文提到“Daniel works as a landscaper, while Martin is in the chemical industry to ensure a stable income.”可知，两人均有稳定工作。 【22题详解】 考查动词。句意：但在不上班的时候，他们就外出帮助那些难以维持生计的人。A. struggling艰难挣扎；B. starting开启；C. learning学习；D. planning计划。根据上文“when they’re not at work, they are out helping those who are”可知，需要帮助的是难以维持生计的人。 【23题详解】 考查名词。句意：一切始于每周一次免费草坪养护，如今他们的善举拓展到另一项服务：免费高压清洗。A. movement活动；B. care照料养护；C. replacement替换；D. cure治疗。根据后文“now their kindness has expanded”可知，两人从事景观相关工作这一善举。 【24题详解】 考查名词。句意：一切始于每周一次免费草坪养护，如今他们的善举拓展到另一项服务：免费高压清洗。A. message信息；B. routine常规；C. character性格；D. service服务。根据前文“now their kindness has expanded to include”和后文“free pressure washing”可知，免费高压清洗是新增的帮扶服务项目。 【25题详解】 考查名词。句意：无论是车道还是人行道，兄弟二人都乐意帮忙，并且从不索要报酬。A. guidance指导；B. advice建议；C. payment报酬；D. permission许可。根据前文“In Houston, two brothers are turning their days off into chances to give back.”和“the brothers are ready to help — and they never ask for”可知，他们做免费公益，不会收取费用报酬。 【26题详解】 考查动词短语。句意：你永远不知道人们正在经历什么。A. dreaming of梦想；B. thinking about思考；C. relying on依靠；D. going through经历。根据前文“You never know what people are”可知，兄弟二人体恤他人难处，感慨每个人都有各自遭遇。 【27题详解】 考查形容词。句意：高压清洗看起来只是一件小事，但对人们而言意义重大。A. random随意的；B. small微小的；C. critical关键的；D. difficult困难的。后文“but it can truly mean a lot to people”转折说明这件事意义重大，前后形成对比，看似小事。 【28题详解】 考查动词。句意：这件事能让他们感到开心，甚至可能改变他们对生活的态度。A. disturbs打扰；B. shocks使震惊；C. delights使愉悦；D. attracts吸引。根据后文“them and might even change their attitude to life”可知，免费帮忙清洁庭院会让困难的人们心生欢喜。 【29题详解】 考查名词。句意：他们这项公益事业始于四年前。A. mission使命、公益行动；B. ambition抱负；C. pressure压力；D. origin起源。根据后文“started four years ago”可知，此处指代兄弟二人助人为乐的公益事业。 【30题详解】 考查动词。句意：当时他们和父亲做有偿景观工作时，遇到一位客户无奈说自己买不起药。A. recognize认出；B. digest消化；C. swallow吞咽；D. afford负担得起。根据前文“they met a client who sadly admitted that she couldn’t”可知，客户家境困难，无力承担药费。 【31题详解】 考查名词。句意：丹尼尔依然清晰记得她脸上的神情。A. look神情；B. mark印记；C. surprise惊讶；D. smile微笑。根据前文“she couldn’t ____ her medicine.”可知，女士没钱买药面露愁苦，此处指脸上的神色。 【32题详解】 考查动词。句意：从那以后，他们调整日程，每周至少留出一天无偿帮人打理杂草丛生、无人照料的院子。A. simplified简化；B. repeated重复；C. adjusted调整；D. considered考虑。根据后文“their schedules to set aside at least one day each week to help people”可知，二人需要腾出时间做公益，因此调整自身工作安排。 【33题详解】 考查动词。句意：从那以后，他们调整日程，每周至少留出一天无偿帮人打理杂草丛生、无人照料的院子。A. sell售卖；B. protect保护；C. remove移除；D. maintain维护打理。根据后文“overgrown and deserted yards at no cost”可知，庭院杂草丛生，需要打理维护，maintain符合草坪养护工作。 【34题详解】 考查动词。句意：对兄弟们来说，一切都归结于一个简单的目标：激励他人做出改变。A. allowing允许；B. inspiring激励；C. persuading劝说；D. forcing强迫。后文提到“encourage people”可知，inspire与encourage同义，他们的目标是激励他人做出改变。 【35题详解】 考查副词。句意：“我们一直思考着如何鼓励人们外出，帮助他人，并在休斯顿积极传播善意，”丹尼尔说。A. actively主动地；B. instantly立刻；C. carefully仔细地；D. potentially潜在地。根据后文“spread kindness throughout Houston”可知，倡导大家主动行善传播善意。 第二节 语篇填空（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。 AI has become a driving force in transforming healthcare services. ____36____ the big data analysis available, AI-powered tools are making medical care more efficient and ____37____(access) to people nationwide. The latest innovation in AI healthcare includes intelligent diagnosis systems and personalized health management platforms. These tools ____38____(design) to assist doctors in analyzing medical images ____39____(accurate) and to reduce the burden of repetitive tasks. For ordinary users, AI health apps can provide real-time health advice and customized exercise plans ____40____(base) on individual physical conditions. Many tech companies ____41____(invest) heavily in this field since the demand for high-quality healthcare began to grow with an aging population. A leading health app now serves over 15 million users, ____42____(offer) services from online consultations to medication reminders. It stands as a bridge between patients and medical ____43____(professional), especially benefiting those in remote areas. The development of AI in healthcare also brings new challenges, such as data security and ethical issues. ____44____ experts emphasize is that AI should be a helper and a partner for human doctors rather than a replacement. With proper regulation and technical improvement, AI will play a more important role in promoting the development of the healthcare industry. This technological revolution has opened up new possibilities for medical progress. We can make healthcare more inclusive and effective for _____45_____ whole society only through continuous exploration and innovation. 【答案】36. With 37. accessible 38. are designed 39. accurately 40. based 41. have invested##have been investing 42. offering 43. professionals 44. What 45. the 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了人工智能成为变革医疗服务的驱动力，其在智能诊断、个性化健康管理等方面的应用让医疗服务更高效、普惠，同时也提及科技企业的布局、该领域面临的挑战，以及人工智能在医疗领域的发展定位和未来前景。 【36题详解】 考查介词。句意：借助现有的大数据分析技术，人工智能驱动的工具正让医疗服务在全国范围内变得更高效、更易获取。此处为固定搭配“With the...available”，表示“借助现有的……”，with表“凭借、借助”，句首单词首字母大写。故填With。 【37题详解】 考查形容词。句意：借助现有的大数据分析技术，人工智能驱动的工具正让医疗服务在全国范围内变得更高效、更易获取。空前有并列连词and，与前面的efficient（形容词）并列，且有more修饰，故此处用形容词；access的形容词形式为accessible，意为“易获取的，可使用的”。作宾语补足语。故填accessible。 【38题详解】 考查时态语态。句意：这些工具被设计用于协助医生精准分析医学影像，并减轻重复性工作的负担。主语These tools与design之间为被动关系，表“被设计”，且本文为一般现在时，描述客观事实，故用一般现在时的被动语态，其结构为“am/is/are+过去分词”，主语为复数，故填are designed。 【39题详解】 考查副词。句意：这些工具被设计用于协助医生精准分析医学影像，并减轻重复性工作的负担。此处修饰动词analyzing，需用副词作状语；accurate的副词形式为accurately，意为“精准地，准确地”。故填accurately。 【40题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：对于普通用户而言，人工智能健康应用程序能根据个人身体状况，提供实时的健康建议和定制化的运动计划。此处为非谓语动词作后置定语，修饰plans；base与plans之间为被动关系，表“以……为基础的”，用过去分词形式，固定搭配be based on“以……为基础”。故填based。 【41题详解】 考查动词时态。句意：随着人口老龄化，高质量医疗服务的需求开始增长，许多科技企业自此在该领域进行了大量投资/一直在该领域大量投资。根据时间状语since the demand...began to grow可知，此处应用现在完成时；也可用现在完成进行时，表动作从过去开始，持续到现在并可能继续下去，更能体现“持续投资”的含义。主语Many tech companies为复数，故填have invested/ have been investing。 【42题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：一款领先的健康应用程序目前服务超1500万用户，提供从在线咨询到用药提醒的各类服务。句中已有谓语动词serves，且无连词连接，故此处用非谓语动词作伴随状语；offer与逻辑主语A leading health app之间为主动关系，用现在分词形式。故填offering。 【43题详解】 考查名词复数。句意：它成为了患者与医疗专业人员之间的桥梁，尤其惠及偏远地区的人群。medical professional意为“医疗专业人员”，为可数名词，此处表泛指，无冠词修饰，故用复数形式professionals。故填professionals。 【44题详解】 考查主语从句。句意：专家们强调的是，人工智能应该成为人类医生的助手和伙伴，而非替代品。此处为主语从句，从句中emphasize缺少宾语，指“强调的事情”，故用连接代词What引导，句首单词首字母大写。故填What。 【45题详解】 考查冠词。句意：只有通过不断的探索和创新，我们才能让全社会享受到更普惠、更高效的医疗服务。the whole society为固定搭配，意为“全社会”，the表特指。故填the。 第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分40分) 第一节 应用文 (满分15分) 46. 假设你是某市高中学生李华，你的家乡新建立了一个主题公园，请给你的加拿大朋友Tony写一封邮件，邀请他来该主题公园游玩。邮件的内容包括： 1.邮件目的；2.介绍新建的主题公园的相关内容；3.期待回复； 注意： 1.词数不少于80; 2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯； 3.开头和结尾已经给出不计入总词数。 Dear Tony, How is everything going? __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours truly Li Hua 【答案】Dear Tony, How is everything going? Learning that you are keen to Chinese history, I’m writing to invite you to visit the newly-built theme park- Folk Culture Park. Located 12 km south of our city, the park is a combination of culture, entertainment and food. To begin with, it is a perfect place where you may have a taste of various features in different times of China. Additionally, the park has plenty of restaurants with tasty food for every appetite. Once you make up your mind, don’t hesitate to contact me. Looking forward to your reply. Yours’ Li Hua 【解析】 【分析】本文属于应用文之邀请信。 【详解】第1步：假设你是某市高中学生李华，你的家乡新建立了一个主题公园，请给你的加拿大朋友Tony写一封邮件，邀请他来该主题公园游玩。邮件的内容包括：1.)邮件目的；2.)介绍新建的主题公园的相关内容；3.)期待回复； 第2步：根据写作要求，确定关键词（组）：be keen to (喜欢)；invite sb. to do sth. (邀请某人做某事)；newly-built (新建的)；be located (坐落于)；have a taste of(品尝，欣赏)；make up one’s mind(下定决心)等。 第3步：根据提示及关键词（组）进行遣词造句，注意主谓一致和时态问题。此处文章主要应用一般现在时。 第4步：连句成文，注意使用恰当的连词进行句子之间的衔接与过渡，书写一定要规范清晰，保持整洁美观的卷面是非常重要的。 【点睛】本文内容要点齐全，句式精炼，充分完成了写作的任务。高分句型如下：使用现在分词作状语：Learning that you are keen to Chinese history, I’m writing to invite you to visit the newly-built theme park- Folk Culture Park.使用过去分词短语做状语：Located 12 km south of our city, the park is a combination of culture, entertainment and food. 使用定语从句：To begin with, it is a perfect place where you may have a taste of various features in different times of China. 第二节 读后续写 (满分25分) 47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 After a busy week, Lucy and her parents planned a mountain picnic to appreciate the beauty of nature and spend some quality time together. Little did they know, their trip was going to have some surprises. Upon reaching the mountain’s foot, they came across a house where Jack and his dad were securing a boat onto their truck. Lucy, curious about the best picnic spot, approached them for advice. Jack, familiar with the mountain, recommended a spot about a two-hour hike away.“ It’s truly a sight to pay attention to,” he promised. They parked next to Jack’s truck, gathered their picnic supplies, and set foot on the scenic path. Thick trees lined one side of the road, while a gentle stream flowed on the other, guiding them to an impressive grassland adorned (装饰) with bright wildflowers. There, they enjoyed their tasty sandwiches, fresh fruits, and treats, all the while sharing delightful conversation. As they were wrapping up their meal and looking forward to a leisurely rest, dark clouds gathered overhead, signaling the approach of rain. In a hurry, they pitched the tent they had fortunately brought along. No sooner had they taken shelter than the heavens opened, and a downpour began, turning the world outside into a blurry, water y canvas (油画布). With no other option, they waited out the storm. The rain finally stopped, and it felt as if they had been waiting for a century. Lucy and her parents quickly packed up, eager to head back. Their relief didn’t last; the stream had grown into a huge, rushing flood, blocking their way. With no cell phone signal, they were cut off from the outside world. Adding to their dilemma, night was fast approaching, casting a shadow over their situation. Despite the challenges, they gathered close together, using the tent as a temporary shelter against the approaching darkness. As they sat there, they realized that this unexpected event had brought them even closer as a family, turning a simple picnic into a memorable adventure they would never forget. 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。 Suddenly, they heard a truck noise coming from the other side of the river. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Lucy and her parents got on Jack’s boat and crossed the river safely. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】范文 Suddenly, they heard a truck noise coming from the other side of the river. It was Jack’s truck they saw as it turned the corner, and this made them feel less worried. Jack had noticed the darkness settling and Lucy’s car still parked near his house. Remembering the heavy rain, he worried and set out with his father in the truck to find them. As they neared the picnic area, Jack heard cries for help and spotted Lucy and her parents signaling for help. Quickly, Jack and his father launched their boat into the water to reach out to them. Lucy and her parents got on Jack’s boat and crossed the river safely. They then rode back to the mountain’s start in his truck. They were thankful to Jack and his dad for helping them in time and being kind. They said“thank you” with tears in their eyes. This special day taught them that being kind is powerful and they should keep helping others. They also learned always to be ready when going out into nature. This mountain picnic was a day they will remember forever. 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了忙碌了一周后，露西和她的父母计划去山上野餐，欣赏大自然的美丽，共度美好时光。结果暴风雨来袭，他们被困在了洪水中，还好杰克开车路过，救了他们。 【详解】1.段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容“突然，他们听到河对岸传来卡车的声音”可知，第一段可描写杰克前来寻找露西他们，当他们接近野餐区时，杰克听到了呼救声，发现露西和她的父母在呼救。杰克和他的父亲迅速地把船下水去救他们。 ②由第二段首句内容“露西和她的父母上了杰克的船，安全渡过了河”可知，第二段可描写露西和父母得救感谢杰克。 2.续写线索：听到卡车声音——发现是杰克——杰克救出露西和父母——感谢杰克——感悟 3.词汇激活 行为类 ①看见：see/catch sight of ②注意到：notice/take notice of ③想起：remember/recall 情绪类 ①担心：worry/concern ②感谢：thankful/grateful 【点睛】[高分句型1] Remembering the heavy rain, he worried and set out with his father in the truck to find them. (运用了现在分词作状语) [高分句型2] They were thankful to Jack and his dad for helping them in time and being kind. (运用了动名词作宾语) 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 厦门市第十中学2026—2027学年第一学期高二期中质量检测 （英语）试题 满分150分 考试时间120分钟 班级： 姓名： 座号： 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 听下面5段录音。每段录音后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段录音后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段录音播放两遍。 1. How does the woman sound? A. Disappointed. B. Excited. C. Surprised. 2. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. A tennis class. B. A person. C. A card. 3. What does the man ask the woman to do? A. Keep the receipt. B. Open the package. C. Return the item online. 4. When did the woman go to class yesterday? A. At 2:30 pm. B. At 2:00 pm. C. At 1:00 pm. 5. What will the man do tonight? A. Wash dishes. B. Eat out. C. Make a plan. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听下面5段录音。每段录音后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段录音前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，每小题都有5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音播放两遍。 听第6段录音，回答第6、7题。 6. What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A. A couple. B. Neighbors. C. Strangers. 7. What made the window open? A. A dog. B. A cat. C. The wind. 听第7段录音，回答第8、9题。 8. Which car is the man interested in? A. The antique car. B. The Benz. C. The sports car. 9. Why did the man like that car? A. He was attracted by the style. B. He believed in the car company. C. He enjoyed the experience of the test drive. 听第8段录音，回答第10至12题。 10. What will Mary use Mike’s cellphone to do? A. Play games. B. Call her mother. C. Order movie tickets. 11. Where will the speakers probably go first after lunch? A. A bookstore. B. A cinema. C. A mall. 12. What did Mary order? A. A steak. B. Green salad. C. French fries. 听第9段录音，回答第13至16题。 13. What does the man say about John Grisham’s books? A. They are excellent. B. They are disappointing. C. They are difficult to understand. 14. What plays a key role in John Grisham’s success? A. Education. B. Talent. C. Experience. 15. What does the man major in? A. Law. B. Philosophy. C. Literature. 16. What is the woman going to do next? A. Borrow books. B. Catch a bus. C. Take a math class. 听第10段录音，回答第17至20题。 17. Where did the speaker’s family live that night? A. In her grandparents’ house. B. In a shelter in her community. C. In her mother’s friend’s house. 18. What did the speaker’s father find in the ruined house? A. Some books. B. Wedding rings. C. A plastic box. 19. What do we know about the speaker’s father? A. He was depressed for a long time. B. He turned down all the help. C. He is strong and optimistic. 20. Why does the speaker give this talk? A. To share her family background. B. To call attention to the fire. C. To express her gratitude 第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分50分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A Cambridge Lectures on Art & Intelligence A public lecture series exploring how human intelligence evolves alongside artificial intelligence (AI), from education to industry, innovation, and the future economy. David Hockney’s work has shaped modern understanding of perception, attention, and ways of seeing for more than six decades, insisting on these as active forms of intelligence. The Cambridge Lectures on Art & Intelligence take place alongside the continued public presence of his work, including major exhibitions at institutions such as the Serpentine Galleries. David Hockney’s practice has long emphasized the active role of the viewers, the experience of time, and the intelligence of looking. These questions remain central as technologies increasingly influence how the world is seen and understood. The lecture series extends this inquiry into a wider conversation about human judgement, interpretation, confidence and inventive thinking in contemporary culture. At a moment when AI is transforming how images, information, and decisions are produced, the series asks what forms of human insight, judgement, and interpretive agency remain essential, and how they are developed, recognized, and sustained within education, culture, and industry. Attention Lecture dates run from 8th February 2026 to 18th February 2026 (in support of Cambridge Arts Festival 2026). Full collection of MODO lectures/events (20% off for double tickets): Time Theme Fee Sunday, 8th February Human Movie £25 per person Wednesday, 11th February Autism & Cognitive Evolution £27 per person Thursday, 12th February Participating in Gallery Crawl, Cambridge Arts Festival Free Thursday, 12th February When Physics Meets Art £30 per person Monday, 16th February Award-winning Human Movie and Hypothetical Image Reading £26 per person Wednesday, 18th February Perceptions Beyond Human Evolution — Whale Intelligence & AI £29 per person 1. What is the core topic of the lecture series? A. The co-evolution of human intelligence and AI. B. The effects of Cambridge Arts Festival on lectures. C. The achievements of David Hockney in modern art. D. The development of AI technology in art exhibitions. 2. Which of the following does David Hockney’s practice highlight? A. Passive human conversation. B. Attentive writing intelligence. C. Dependent thinking experience. D. Viewers’ active participation. 3. How much will a couple pay for both Thursday lectures? A. £30. B. £48. C. £60. D. £96. B Eugene Newman Parker, a leading figure in heliospheric (日球层) physics for the past half century, passed away peacefully at his home in Chicago on Mar. 15. He was 94. Acknowledged as a visionary in the field of heliophysics, Parker changed our understanding of the sun and its effects on Earth and other bodies within the solar system. NASA even stated that “the field of heliophysics exists in large part because of Dr. Eugene Parker”. In 2018, Parker became the first living scientist to witness the launch of a spacecraft that was named in his honor. Parker is best known for his groundbreaking theory on the existence of a phenomenon called “solar wind”, a continuous stream of charged particles that flow off the sun. It can become violent, causing space weather that impacts the Earth. When Parker’s research was published in 1958, his theory was initially met with skepticism (怀疑) and ridicule by the scientific community. The general view at the time was that the space between planets was an absolute vacuum (真空), and was thus completely empty of any matter. But, there were no errors in his study or his calculations, and the theory was later proven to be correct in 1962, when a NASA spacecraft mission to Venus revealed the constant presence of a supersonic wind—exactly as Parker had predicted. That experience likely led to the advice Parker often gave young researchers: “If you do something new or innovative, expect trouble. But think critically about it because if you’re wrong, you want to be the first one to know that.” Parker never co-authored a paper with his students, thus urging them to be independent. Parker was humble, straightforward, and wise. His son Eric said, “My sister Joyce and I didn’t get a real feel for what a ‘big dog’ our dad was in the field.” They got an even better sense when a month after Parker’s death, they traveled to Lund, Sweden, to accept on his behalf the Crafoord Prize in Astronomy. 4. What can we learn from the second paragraph? A. A spacecraft was named in memory of Parker. B. The sun has less effect on Earth than expected. C. Parker deserved credit for his great contributions. D. NASA provided new insights into the lunar effect. 5. Why did people view Parker’s theory of “solar wind” skeptically at first? A. Some mistakes were found in his calculations. B. It went against the popular opinion at that time. C. The presence of a supersonic wind was proven by NASA. D. Matter was believed to exist in the space between planets. 6. What advice did Parker often give to young researchers? A. Expect challenges and critically evaluate your work. B. Stick to conventional methods to minimize risks. C. Depend on your professor for decision-making. D. Cooperate frequently to ensure success. 7. What words can be used to describe Parker according to the passage? A. Responsible and accessible. B. Straightforward and generous. C. Distinguished yet modest. D. Intelligent yet peculiar. C When people try to listen to a faint (微弱的) sound, many naturally close their eyes. The common belief is that removing visual distractions (干扰) helps the brain focus more on hearing, making it more sensitive. Is this really the case? To find out, researchers from Shanghai Jiao Tong University carried out a study. Participants listened to a range of sounds through headphones while background noise was played. Their task was to adjust the volume until they could just barely hear the sound over the noise. The experiment included different visual conditions: eyes closed, eyes open looking at a blank screen, viewing a still image related to the sound, and watching a matching video. The results were contrary to expectations. Closing the eyes actually made it harder to detect faint sounds, while watching a matching video significantly improved hearing sensitivity. To understand why this happens, the researchers tracked brain activity during the tests. They found that closing the eyes puts the brain into a state that increases filtering (过滤) of incoming information. This doesn’t just reduce background noise — it also blocks the very sounds people are trying to hear. Researcher Yu Huang explained, “The internal focus from eye closure works against you in noisy settings, leading to over-filtering. Visual engagement helps keep the auditory (听觉的) system connected to the outside world.” This effect seems specific to noisy settings. In quiet settings, closing the eyes may still help. But since daily life environment is often noisy, keeping your eyes open may be the better strategy. The team plans to continue studying how vision and hearing interact. One key question is whether the benefit comes simply from having visual input, or from seeing something that matches the sound. “We want to test mismatched pairs — for example, what happens if you hear a drum but see a bird?” said Huang. 8. Why did the researchers conduct the study? A. To support a traditional belief. B. To test a widely held assumption. C. To explore ways to improve hearing. D. To examine human sensitivity to sound. 9. Which task did the participants perform in the experiment? A. Identifying the target sound. B. Memorizing different sounds. C. Playing the background noise. D. Judging the quality of a video. 10. What is paragraph 4 mainly about? A. Practical use of the research findings. B. A doubt regarding the research design. C. Supporting details for the research results. D. A detailed account of the research methods. 11. What will the team’s future research focus on? A. Vision and sound pairing tests. B. Factors that affect vision. C. Varied benefits of visual input. D. Strategies to distinguish sounds. D Exciting news is on the horizon as California power authorities have successfully completed their groundbreaking solar panel-covered canal project, which promises to generate a remarkable 1.6 megawatts (兆瓦) of clean energy. This innovative initiative, led by the Turlock Irrigation District Water ＆ Power, plays a vital role in irrigating (灌溉) essential crops like cotton and tomatoes in the heart of California’s central valley. The inspiration for this project came from a 2021 research paper by scientists at the University of California, Santa Cruz, who discovered that covering canals with solar panels could save an astonishing 63.5 billion gallons of water from evaporation (蒸发) each year. This brilliant idea not only conserves water but also offers an incredible benefit: for every megawatt of solar energy produced during Turlock’s average 290 sunny days, the panels could replace 15-20 diesel (柴油) generators that traditionally pump water along these canals. Known as Project Nexus, this initiative took flight in October 2022. It stands out in the world and the second of its kind in the US. The project will be closely monitored to see how its performance matches the promising projections. The concept of placing solar panels over canals isn’t new; it first emerged in 2014 in Gujarat, India, where a pilot project successfully covered a stretch of canal and paved the way for an entire canal-topped solar plant. Researchers in India found that the water beneath the panels helped maintain ideal temperatures, leading to a 2-5% improvement in efficiency. In addition to conserving water and minimizing land use for solar farms, the panels’ unique placement helps extend their lifespan by keeping them cooler. This innovative approach also limits the growth of harmful plants along the canals, reducing the need for manual or chemical clearing. With about 4,000 miles of canals across California, the potential for taking advantage of solar energy is tremendous, with estimates suggesting they could generate up to 13 gigawatts of power. This would be enough to supply energy to around 750,000 homes, effectively lighting up nearly half of Los Angeles. 12. What can we know about the solar-covered canal project from Santa Cruz’s research? A. It is energy-saving and eco-friendly. B. Its economic benefit is limited in real use. C. It has changed previous irrigation methods. D. It is designed to solve the water shortage problem. 13. How did the Indian project influence California’s Project Nexus? A. By supplying critical equipment. B. By demonstrating possibility. C. By providing the technical designs. D. By offering precise data on temperatures. 14. What does the underlined word “tremendous” in the last paragraph most probably mean? A. Limited. B. Temporary. C. Huge. D. Defined. 15. Which would be the best title for the passage? A. How Canals Can Help Save Energy B. California’s Fight for Water Supply C. Solar panels: A New Use for Canals D. Project Nexus: A Solar Success Case 第二节 （共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分） 阅读并根据短文内容，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。 Studies demonstrate that nonverbal behaviors make up a high percentage of daily interpersonal communication. The following can help you improve your nonverbal communication skills. Your tone of voice can transmit a wealth of information, ranging from passion to disinterest to anger. ____16____For example, if you want to show interest in something, express your passion by using an energetic tone of voice. Such signals not only display your feelings about a topic but also generate interest in the people listening to you speak. Good eye contact is another essential nonverbal communication skill. When people fail to look others in the eye, it seems as if they are trying to hide something. However, too much eye contact comes across as unsettling. ____17____ It’s recommended that intervals (间隔) of eye contact lasting three to four seconds make people feel natural and comfortable. ____18____Some require more formal behaviors that might be interpreted differently in other settings. For example, the nonverbal signals you use at work differ greatly from those used on a Friday night out with friends. Match your nonverbal signals to the situation to express your intended message accurately. If you are confused about another person’s nonverbal signals, don’t be afraid to ask questions. A good idea is to repeat back your interpretation and ask for clarification. For example, “So what you are saying is that…” “Do you mean that…” Such questions help clarify a conversation and encourage the other person to keep talking. ____19____ Nonverbal communication is complex and varied. ____20____ Being more aware of how nonverbal signals impact interpersonal relationships can help you learn to use nonverbal communication more effectively. A. It can also strengthen your message. B. How can you tell how much is appropriate? C. Always consider the context of communication. D. There’s no one-size-fits-all way to use these signals. E. It’s better to pay close attention to a variety of signals. F. Misreading them can easily lead to misunderstandings or conflicts. G. This simple step helps prevent misunderstandings and keep the conversation smooth. 第三部分 语言运用 （共三节，满分30分） 第一节 完形填空 （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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 In Houston, two brothers are turning their days off into chances to give back. Daniel and Martin both have ____21____ jobs — Daniel works as a landscaper, while Martin is in the chemical industry to ensure a stable income. But when they’re not at work, they are out helping those who are ____22____ to make ends meet. It all began with offering free lawn (草坪) ____23____ once a week and now their kindness has expanded to include another ____24____: free pressure washing. Whether it’s a driveway or a sidewalk, the brothers are ready to help — and they never ask for ____25____. “You never know what people are ____26____,” said Martin. “Pressure washing might seem ____27____, but it can truly mean a lot to people. It ____28____ them and might even change their attitude to life.” Their ____29____ started four years ago. While working a paid landscaping job with their father, they met a client who sadly admitted that she couldn’t ____30____ her medicine. Daniel still remembers clearly the ____31____ on her face. They decided to take care of her lawn for free. From then on, they ____32____ their schedules to set aside at least one day each week to help people ____33____ overgrown and deserted yards at no cost. For the brothers, it all comes down to one simple goal: ____34____ others to make a difference. “We always think about how we can encourage people to go out, help others, and ____35____ spread kindness throughout Houston,” Daniel said. 21. A. online B. challenging C. secure D. flexible 22. A. struggling B. starting C. learning D. planning 23. A. movement B. care C. replacement D. cure 24. A. message B. routine C. character D. service 25. A. guidance B. advice C. payment D. permission 26. A. dreaming of B. thinking about C. relying on D. going through 27. A. random B. small C. critical D. difficult 28. A. disturbs B. shocks C. delights D. attracts 29. A. mission B. ambition C. pressure D. origin 30. A. recognize B. digest C. swallow D. afford 31. A. look B. mark C. surprise D. smile 32. A. simplified B. repeated C. adjusted D. considered 33. A. sell B. protect C. remove D. maintain 34. A. allowing B. inspiring C. persuading D. forcing 35. A. actively B. instantly C. carefully D. potentially 第二节 语篇填空（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。 AI has become a driving force in transforming healthcare services. ____36____ the big data analysis available, AI-powered tools are making medical care more efficient and ____37____(access) to people nationwide. The latest innovation in AI healthcare includes intelligent diagnosis systems and personalized health management platforms. These tools ____38____(design) to assist doctors in analyzing medical images ____39____(accurate) and to reduce the burden of repetitive tasks. For ordinary users, AI health apps can provide real-time health advice and customized exercise plans ____40____(base) on individual physical conditions. Many tech companies ____41____(invest) heavily in this field since the demand for high-quality healthcare began to grow with an aging population. A leading health app now serves over 15 million users, ____42____(offer) services from online consultations to medication reminders. It stands as a bridge between patients and medical ____43____(professional), especially benefiting those in remote areas. The development of AI in healthcare also brings new challenges, such as data security and ethical issues. ____44____ experts emphasize is that AI should be a helper and a partner for human doctors rather than a replacement. With proper regulation and technical improvement, AI will play a more important role in promoting the development of the healthcare industry. This technological revolution has opened up new possibilities for medical progress. We can make healthcare more inclusive and effective for _____45_____ whole society only through continuous exploration and innovation. 第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分40分) 第一节 应用文 (满分15分) 46. 假设你是某市高中学生李华，你的家乡新建立了一个主题公园，请给你的加拿大朋友Tony写一封邮件，邀请他来该主题公园游玩。邮件的内容包括： 1.邮件目的；2.介绍新建的主题公园的相关内容；3.期待回复； 注意： 1.词数不少于80; 2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯； 3.开头和结尾已经给出不计入总词数。 Dear Tony, How is everything going? __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours truly Li Hua 第二节 读后续写 (满分25分) 47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 After a busy week, Lucy and her parents planned a mountain picnic to appreciate the beauty of nature and spend some quality time together. Little did they know, their trip was going to have some surprises. Upon reaching the mountain’s foot, they came across a house where Jack and his dad were securing a boat onto their truck. Lucy, curious about the best picnic spot, approached them for advice. Jack, familiar with the mountain, recommended a spot about a two-hour hike away.“ It’s truly a sight to pay attention to,” he promised. They parked next to Jack’s truck, gathered their picnic supplies, and set foot on the scenic path. Thick trees lined one side of the road, while a gentle stream flowed on the other, guiding them to an impressive grassland adorned (装饰) with bright wildflowers. There, they enjoyed their tasty sandwiches, fresh fruits, and treats, all the while sharing delightful conversation. As they were wrapping up their meal and looking forward to a leisurely rest, dark clouds gathered overhead, signaling the approach of rain. In a hurry, they pitched the tent they had fortunately brought along. No sooner had they taken shelter than the heavens opened, and a downpour began, turning the world outside into a blurry, water y canvas (油画布). With no other option, they waited out the storm. The rain finally stopped, and it felt as if they had been waiting for a century. Lucy and her parents quickly packed up, eager to head back. Their relief didn’t last; the stream had grown into a huge, rushing flood, blocking their way. With no cell phone signal, they were cut off from the outside world. Adding to their dilemma, night was fast approaching, casting a shadow over their situation. Despite the challenges, they gathered close together, using the tent as a temporary shelter against the approaching darkness. As they sat there, they realized that this unexpected event had brought them even closer as a family, turning a simple picnic into a memorable adventure they would never forget. 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。 Suddenly, they heard a truck noise coming from the other side of the river. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Lucy and her parents got on Jack’s boat and crossed the river safely. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $