江苏省常州市2025-2026学年第一学期高三期末质量调研 英语（PDF版，含解析，含听力原文无音频）

常州市 2025-2026学年第一学期高三期末质量调研
英语
第一部分 听力 (共两节，满分 30 分)
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案
转涂到答题卡上。
第一节 (共 5 小题; 每小题 15 分，满分 75 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。
1. What does the woman usually do when bored
A. She runs.
B. She plays basketball.
C. She does the housecleaning.
2. What is the man describing to the woman
A. A natural process. B. A historic event. C. A personal experience.
3. What do we know about the piece of clothing
A. It looks beautiful on the man.
B. There are some mistakes on it.
C. It fits the woman well.
4. What is the woman worried about
A. She doesn’t have enough school supplies.
B. The exam will be too difficult.
C. She hasn’t studied enough.
5. What has the man probably been trying to do
A. Watch a new show.
B. Review a new show.
C. Recommend a new show.
听第 6段材料，回答第 6、7题。
6. What is the main topic of the conversation
A. The worries about getting old.
B. The concerns about taking a driving test.
C. The age limit for drivers.
7. Why didn’t the woman take her driving test in her 20s
A. She wasn’t patient. B. She wasn’t confident. C. She wasn’t interested.
听第 7段材料，回答第 8至 10题。
8. What is the main challenge for the man
A. Finding bands.
B. Choosing music.
C. Confirming the event location.
9. What will the speakers do next
A. Talk to the nearby university.
B. Study at a university.
C. Run in the park.
10. Where are the speakers probably
A. In the hospital. B. At a restaurant. C. In the stadium.
听第 8段材料，回答第 11至 13题。
11. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Decorator and house owner. B. Father and daughter. C. Friends.
12. What color does the man suggest
A. A plain color. B. A light color. C. A dark color.
13. What might the woman do about decorating her new place
A. Hire a home designer.
B. Change the decoration style.
C. Get inspiration from magazines.
听第 9段材料，回答第 14至 17题。
14. What does the woman want the man to do
A. Upgrade his package.
B. Cancel his TV subscription.
C. Keep his current package.
15. How much will it cost to get the Premium Package and equipment now
A. Fifty dollars. B. Sixty dollars. C. Sixty-five dollars.
16. What does the Premium Package offer
A. Extra movies. B. Extra TV series. C. Replaying functions.
17. What will the woman do next
A. Watch a film. B. Send over details. C. Read the information.
听第 10段材料，回答第 18至 20题。
18. What is the man doing
A. Guiding a racing experience tour.
B. Broadcasting a racing competition.
C. Teaching people how to do car racing.
19. What will the audience be doing at noon
A. Checking out the control center.
B. Sitting in the VIP stands.
C. Warming up their cars.
20. How does the speaker feel
A. Excited. B. Nervous. C. Curious.
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
Definition and Characteristics
Classical music refers to a long-standing tradition of music rooted in the traditions of Europe.
It is characterized by its complexity,formal structure,and the use of notation to guide performance.
Unlike popular or folk music, classical music often involves compositions that require a high level
of technical skill from performers.
Historical Context
Classical music has its roots in the Middle Ages (approximately 450-1450 AD) and has
evolved through several distinct periods, including the Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic,
and Modern eras.
Key Periods
● Renaissance Period (1450-1600) is distinguished by polyphonic ( 复 调 的 ) textures and
humanistic musical expressions, with representative composers including Thomas Tallis, Josquin
des Prez and Claudio Monteverdi.
● Baroque Era (1600-1750) is marked by splendid musical forms, with composers like Johann
Sebastian Bach and George Frideric Handel.
● Classical Period (1750-1820) is defined by clarity and balance, with famous figures such as
Joseph Haydn, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, and Ludwig van Beethoven, often referred to as the
“Viennese Classical School”.
● Romantic Period (1820-1900) focuses on emotional expression and individualism, featuring
composers like Franz Schubert and Johannes Brahms.
● 20th Century and Beyond saw the emergence of various styles, including Modernism and
Impressionism, with influential composers like Igor Stravinsky and Claude Debussy.
Influence and Legacy
Classical music has significantly influenced many modern music genres and continues to be a
vital part of cultural and intellectual life. Its emphasis on formal composition and expressive depth
has shaped not only the development of music but also broader artistic and cultural movements
throughout history.
In summary, classical music is a rich and diverse tradition that has evolved over centuries,
characterized by its formal structure and expressive depth, making it a cornerstone of Western
musical heritage.
21. What do we know about the Renaissance period
A. It originates in Europe.
B. It is the shortest period.
C. It crosses over the Middle Ages.
D. It features emotion and individualism.
22. Whose music most probably displays clear and balanced structures
A. Bach and Handel. B. Haydn and Mozart.
C. Beethoven and Debussy. D. Schubert and Brahms.
23. Which of the following about Classical music is true according to the author
A. It has lasted over 2000 years.
B. It can be both formal and informal.
C. It is more popular than modern music.
D. It has a long-lasting cultural significance.
B
It all began at an unusual engineering class where non-engineers were challenged to combine
art and science to help the world. Two students — Julia Silverman and Jessica Matthews —
decided to give it a try. The pair discussed issues faced by many people around the world to see
which they could help solve. Access to cheap electricity was one that came to mind right away.
That’s when Julia, who used to play lots of sports in high school, had a sudden idea: what if
they were able to capture (捕获) some of the energy that is generated when people play sports
Maybe they could turn it into electricity. Given its popularity among both young and old all over
the world, soccer seemed to be the natural choice, and the ball the perfect thing to do it with!
They tried their ideas out first by sticking a shake-to-charge flashlight they had bought inside
a small, hollow ball. Then they kicked it around to see if the flashlight would pick up the charge
(电荷). The version they produced after that was an improved one. A mechanism inside the ball
captured the energy created as the ball moved, which could then be turned into electricity. They
made a number of these balls which were tested by delighted kids at the World Cup Soccer
Championships. Just under 150g heavier than a regulation soccer ball, the Soccket football had the
capacity to store enough energy to power up a small lamp for three hours following just 30
minutes of play.
They then worked on the first Soccket football to be produced in large numbers. The latest
model is said to be six to seven times more energy efficient than the original.
And the Soccket is not their only idea-having succeeded with the Soccket, they have many
similar ideas combining fun and function. Of course, they plan to develop these. As Silverman
says: “Just because we get older doesn’t mean we have to stop playing, and just because we need
important things in life, like electricity, doesn’t mean we can’t have fun producing them.”
24. The unusual engineering class mentioned in the first paragraph ______.
A. is related to soccer
B. is designed for electrical engineers
C. admits non-engineers so long as they love sports
D. encourages learning to solve real-world problems
25. What is the primary purpose of this article
A. To explain how to charge soccer balls with electricity.
B. To introduce an amazing invention with soccer balls.
C. To discuss the global shortage of electricity.
D. To show how soccer changes two students’ life.
26. What do we know about the Soccket football
A. It can flash when kicked around.
B. It is being used in professional soccer matches.
C. It is the combined product of love and imagination.
D. It is created to turn electrical energy into other energy.
27. Why does the author quote Silverman at the end of the passage
A. To praise Julia and Jessica’s contribution to the world.
B. To explain the function of Julia and Jessica’s product.
C. To highlight Julia and Jessica’s personal character of helpfulness.
D. To demonstrate the philosophy behind Julia and Jessica’s practice.
C
Until recently, scientists thought animals’ mind was limited to associative memories: recollections
of the relationships between experiences or events, but not the episodic memories (情景化记忆)
of the experience itself.
But in recent years, research conducted by Miklósi and his colleague Claudia Fugazza has shaken
the idea that dogs are restricted to such Pavlovian (巴甫洛夫式的) recall. In 2016 they confirmed,
by way of an experiment in which they asked dogs to imitate actions modeled by a human minutes
earlier, that the dogs did remember specific elements of what they’d experienced. In follow-up
experiments, dogs repeated their own actions long after they first performed them, a finding that
added a self-focused layer to their episodic memories. Their thoughts didn’t just contain a mess of
separate details, but were integrated together by a sense of self.
As for cats, tests of whether they returned to containers where they were previously fed lend
scientific support to their version of episodic memory. “Cat memory is probably very much like
dog memory,” says Miklósi.
Still, he notes that this kind of reminiscence (回忆) might differ from our own. Humans can reflect
on their memories in natural, self-directed ways:Humans can think about the first concert they
ever attended, without needing to see the ticket to remind them of it. How cats and dogs guide
their own recall — if they need reminders to activate it — is a mystery.
It’s also less clear how our furry companions relive their distant memories. Ours play like a movie
in our mind’s eye, which fits, as contemporary humans are a visually engaged species. But cats
and dogs are far more reliant on other senses, especially smell. Could their recall come together as
smells rather than images Two studies — of dogs in a dark room finding familiar objects with
their noses, and of kittens recognizing their mothers by smell after years of separation — suggest
as much.
28. What is the main idea of the passage
A. The differences between human memory and animal memory.
B. New research methods used to test episodic memory in animals.
C. The important role of smell in the memory of furry companions.
D. New research findings about the memory abilities of dogs and cats.
29. What can we know from Miklósi and Fugazza’s 2016 experiment
A. Dogs can carry out Pavlovian recall effectively.
B. Dogs can remember specific details of past experiences.
C. Dogs need human reminders to recall their own past actions.
D. Dogs’memories are completely different from human memories.
30. What mystery do scientists still need to solve about animal memory
A. Whether cats and dogs have associative memories.
B. Whether cats and dogs rely on smell to memorize.
C. How cats and dogs reflect on their memories.
D. How cats and dogs use reminders to relive memories.
31. What does the author mainly want to say in the last paragraph
A. Dogs have similar episodic memory to cats.
B. Humans tend to relive memories through images.
C. Cats and dogs most probably memorize by smell.
D. It is unclear how humans memorize better than animals.
D
Cognitive (认知的) offloading, the act of delegating mental work to external tools, should
concern anyone who values their own intelligence. When given the choice between thinking
through a problem or letting technology handle it, will we choose the tool, even when we’re
perfectly capable of succeeding on our own
Sam Gilbert noticed in his experiments something he calls “reminder bias.” This is the
tendency to use external memory aids even when your own memory would serve you better.
Participants chose to set digital reminders for tasks they could easily remember unaided. Even
when offered money to encourage people to rely on their own memory, they still couldn’t
overcome it.
The root reason seems to be that people underestimate their own cognitive abilities. They
think they’ll forget, so they set a reminder. They think they can’t solve the problem, so they ask AI.
Over time, by consistently choosing the external tool, they never exercise the internal capability.
If the problem were limited to memory, it might not matter much. After all, what’s the
problem with setting a reminder on your phone But research suggests the cognitive costs extend
far beyond remembering appointments.
Nathaniel Barr claimed that individuals who score lower on the Cognitive Reflection Test
show greater smartphone dependence when obtaining information. These are people who, when
faced with a problem, instinctively (本能地) reach for the quickest solution.
AI hasn’t created this tendency. Humans have often preferred mental shortcuts. But AI has
removed nearly all difficulties. You don’t have to go to a library or even type a search question.
You just ask, and the answer appears, exactly as you need it.
My concern is that people may begin using AI in ways that prevent the development of
analytical skills. For a college student who consistently uses AI to work through problems, I
question whether they’re building the neural infrastructure (神经基础结构 ) to handle similar
problems independently later in life.
32. What does the underlined word “delegating” most probably mean
A. Assigning. B. Comparing. C. Applying. D. Linking.
33. Why did participants in Gilbert’s experiment set unnecessary digital reminders
A. They lacked confidence in their own memory.
B. They were not offered enough money.
C. They were poor in cognitive abilities.
D. They never exercised their internal capability.
34. The author mentions the Cognitive Reflection Test to show ______.
A. people rely too much on smartphones
B. AI works better than human memory
C. reminder bias causes harm to more than just memory
D. smartphones are the quickest solution to many problems
35. What is the best title of the article
A. Cognitive Offloading: The Cause of AI Reliance
B. How External Aids Like AI Enhance Reminder Bias
C. External Tools or Internal Tool,Which Causes More Harm
D. Over-reliance on External AI Tools May Weaken Cognitive Abilities
第二节（共 5 小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分 125,分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多
余选项。
A lot of parents think kids want to spend all their time on social media, and that’s why it’s so
hard to take away.
But here’s the truth: __36__ The reason they can’t decide not to use these apps for
themselves is because they’re afraid of missing out on social opportunities, since so many young
people maintain their friendships on these platforms. If parents all made the same decision not to
let our kids use social media, we’d solve the problem for them. Even if only some parents restrict
their kids’ use, it will be enough to force teens to find other ways of communicating.
When I talk to parents and teachers about this, I like to start by telling them about a 2023
study in which college students were asked how much money researchers would have to pay them
not to use social media accounts for a month. __37__
Actually, the average amount they wanted was $50, and the median (中位数), $30, was even
lower. Then the researchers asked the students how much they’d have to pay them to deactivate
their accounts if their friends did the same thing. The answer is: __38__ No audience member of
mine has ever correctly guessed the result.
In situations like this, our job as parents is to step in and help our kids. If parents all told our
kids they’re not allowed to use social media until they’re 16 years old, none of them would face
the dilemma (窘境 ) of losing social opportunities in the first place. Even if only a few of their
friends don’t have social media, they won’t be pariahs (被遗弃的人). __39__
Instead of seeing pictures of the parties to which they weren’t invited on social apps, they
could text with their friends on flip (老式翻盖) phones to make plans — or call and chat. __40__
Instead of following the polished versions of one another’s lives, they could get together in person
and talk about how they’re really doing.
A. Kids will probably worry about it.
B. Our responsibility here is no different.
C. Many teenagers recognize that social media is unhealthy.
D. The students were willing to pay the researchers to make this happen.
E. So talk to the parents of your kids’ friends and get them to do the same thing.
F. My audience typically guesses that the students demanded tens of thousands of dollars.
G. Chat groups with people kids know are a good alternative to conversations on social apps.
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分 30 分)
第一节(共 15 小题；每小题 1分，满分 15 分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选
项。
Eight years ago, then in my mid-40s, I overheard an older man ask a young girl: “What do
you want to be when you grow up ”
She cheerfully listed a(n) __41__ range of dreams: vet, painter, computer coder. I listened
with __42__, but soon it changed into unease. She still had time to become any of those things.
Yet at my age, no one was asking me that question anymore. More importantly, I had __43__
asking myself that question.
That conversation stayed in my mind, and I woke up the next morning still feeling __44__.
There are many reasons midlife often gets __45__ as a period of “crisis,” sitting at the bottom of a
U-shaped curve (曲线) of life happiness, but “as you begin to stop making decisions, it won’t be
long before you have __46__ actually making decisions,” one researcher said. I decided to __47__.
A(n) __48__ Google search of “What are the hardest things you can do” led me to obstacle course
racing (OCR, 障碍赛).
Growing up as a skinny kid, I had always wanted to be __49__. In reality, though, I was
mostly picked last for teams and __50__ the bench. OCR became my answer to the older man’s
question. For the last six years, I’ve __51__ almost every day to become something I always
wanted to be as a little girl but never thought __52__. As a competitive athlete, I’ve raced more
than 50 times and __53__ often in my age group.
Nothing in my younger years __54__ I could develop such abilities. However, by drawing on
the perspective (思维方式), experience and wisdom I now possess as an adult, I made it happen.
Your __55__ may differ from mine, but you, too, can bring it to life.
41. A. familiar B. creative C. annoying D. impressive
42. A. admiration B. relief C. regret D. pride
43. A. delayed B. stopped C. risked D. finished
44. A. unsettled B. wronged C. committed D. inspired
45. A. mistaken B. labeled C. confirmed D. selected
46. A. advantage B. opportunity C. difficulty D. danger
47. A. quit B. seek C. act D. learn
48. A. routine B. frightening C. unexpected D. random
49. A. energetic B. athletic C. realistic D. romantic
50. A. warmed B. repaired C. cheered D. watched
51. A. operated B. trained C. competed D. worked
52. A. simple B. reliable C. possible D. sustainable
53. A. medaled B. struggled C. coached D. exercised
54. A. opposed B. insisted C. denied D. suggested
55. A. age B. problem C. ambition D. condition
第二节(共 10 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入 1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Lithium-ion (锂离子) batteries are found in everything from smartphones to cars. While they
are generally very safe if stored and charged correctly, there are thousands of documented cases of
them 56.__________ (catch) fire-sometimes with deadly consequences.
Researchers all over the world 57.__________ (work) to solve the problem by developing
safer batteries, for example by replacing the liquid electrolyt (电解质) with a more fire-resistant
solid or gel. However, such solutions require significant changes to current production lines, a
barrier 58.__________ widespread adoption.
Now, a team of researchers from The Chinese University of Hong Kong has proposed a
change in lithium-ion battery design 59.__________ could rapidly integrate into current
manufacturing methods, because it 60.__________ (simple) involves swapping chemicals in the
existing electrolyte solution.
The method 61.__________ (detail) earlier this year in a study led by Yue Sun, now a
postdoctoral fellow at Virginia Tech: “I think the most difficult thing for people to realize about
batteries is that 62.__________ you try to maximize performance, sometimes you reduce safety,
“she said, explaining that increasing performance 63.__________ (require) a focus on chemical
reactions that happen at room temperature, while increasing safety focuses on reactions that
happen at high temperatures.
“So we came up with an idea 64.__________ (break) this trade-off by designing a
temperature-sensitive material, which can provide a good performance at room temperature, but
can also offer good 65.__________ (stable) at high temperatures.”
第四部分写作（共两节，满分 40 分)
第一节（满分 15 分)
假定你是李华，你校英语报最近开设了“A Letter to the Principal（校长）”栏目，助力缓
解高中学生心理压力。请你向该栏目投稿，内容包括：
1. 心理压力形成的原因；
2. 学校可采取的措施。
注意：
1. 词数 80左右；
2. 请在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Principal,
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
第二节（满分 25 分)
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
I still remember the Provincial Handicraft (手工艺) Works Competition like it was yesterday.
That day, I woke up with my heart pounding,holding my backpack tightly to my back as I rode to
the venue. Inside were the materials for a homemade hand-woven bamboo birdcage with a
separable feeding wooden dish. I had practised for months:splitting bamboo strips (竹条 ) to
uniform thickness, weaving (编织) them into delicate patterns, and polishing every surface to a
smooth finish. I only needed to repeat the process in the competition. It was my only shot at
proving myself — until my bike tripped over a stone halfway there.
The case fell to the road,unfortunately run over by a passing car. When I opened it, my
stomach dropped: bamboo strips broken, the rattan cord (藤条 ) in a mess, the carved wooden
feeding disk split into two pieces. I sank onto the sidewalk, hot tears burning my eyes. All the
hope was gone in an instant. By the time I dragged myself into the competition hall, I was a mess,
seating myself in a corner, feeling helpless and frustrated.
That’s when Liam found me. I’d always known him as the quiet guy in the back of the
handicraft class, the one who never missed a deadline and excelled every woodcarving and
weaving project. His family’s situation wasn’t a secret — his dad’s leg injury, his mom working
two jobs — and I knew how badly he needed the scholarship from this competition. So when he
knelt down beside me, his voice soft, I thought he was just here to offer a few comforting words.
I was wrong. He pulled out from his case some bamboo strips, some rattan cord, and a small
block of polished wood. “When Professor Hayes helped me out of trouble during the preparation a
few days ago, he told me to pay kindness forward.” he said.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为 150个左右；
2. 请在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1: I stared at him, disbelief washing over me.
Paragraph 2: Thankful and also curious, I went to see Liam the second day.
参考答案：
听力 1-5CACCA 6-10BBCAB11-15CBCAC16-20ABABA
阅读 21-23ABD24-27DBCD 28-31DBCC 32-35AACD 36-40CFDEG
完形 41-45DABAB 46-50CCDBA 51-55BCADC
语填 56.catching57.are working / have been working 58.to59.that / which60.simply
61.was detailed62.if / when63.requires64.to break65.stability
写作第一节参考范文
Version 1 (官方版)
Dear Principal,
I am writing to express my thoughts to you via this column.
I believe three major factors lead to the psychological pressure of us senior high school
students: overwhelming academic loads, sky-high expectations and scarce leisure time. To
address these issues effectively, I propose three solutions. First, arrange more outdoor
activities or sports to help us relax. Second, organize peer-sharing sessions where students
talk not about grades but about how to handle setbacks. Third, set up an anonymous online
mailbox for us to pour out worries without hesitation.
I hope my letter can get your attention and help us seniors enjoy a healthier and more
relaxed learning environment.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
Version 2 (AI 元宝)
Dear Principal,
I am writing to share some thoughts on alleviating students' psychological pressure, a
growing concern among us.
The pressure primarily stems from intense academic competition and the fear of not
meeting expectations regarding college entrance exams. Additionally, complex peer
relationships and a lack of effective communication channels often leave students feeling
isolated and stressed.
To address this, I suggest the school could organize more stress-relief activities, such as
regular sports events and art festivals, to provide relaxation outlets. Furthermore,
establishing a more accessible and confidential psychological counseling system would
encourage students to seek timely help. 江苏省海安高级中学景苏华 QQ:77151512
I believe with your leadership, our school can create a more supportive environment for
every student to thrive.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
第二节读后续写
参考范文
Version 1 (官方版)
I stared at him, disbelief washing over me. Those materials were his ticket to the
scholarship he badly needed—how could he give them up so easily Before I could refuse,
he pressed the bamboo strips, rattan cord and wooden block into my hands. “Hurry, the
competition is about to begin,” he urged softly, his eyes warm and firm. I watched as he
packed his empty case and turned to leave, his figure disappearing through the hall door.
With tears blurring my vision, I rushed to my workbench, pouring all my gratitude and
determination into every stitch and glue. I polished the wooden dish until it shone, wove
the bamboo into a tighter pattern, and finished just as the judges began collecting works.
Thankful and also curious, I went to see Liam the second day. I brought the birdcage with
me, hoping to return his kindness somehow. When I found him at his part-time job in a
craft shop, he smiled when he saw the finished work. I asked why he’d sacrificed his
chance, and he said, “Professor Hayes once told me kindness isn’t a choice between
winning and losing, but between helping and ignoring.” A week later, I won first prize. I
donated half the scholarship to help with his dad’s medical bills. That competition taught
me: the most valuable win isn’t a trophy, but the courage to put others first.
Version 2 (AI 元宝)
Paragraph 1: I stared at him, disbelief washing over me. Was he really offering me his
precious materials Seeing my confusion, Liam smiled warmly and said, "We can fix this
together. I have enough time before my slot." He then sat beside me, skillfully guiding my
hands to select usable bamboo strips and demonstrating how to splice the broken wooden
dish seamlessly. As we worked side by side, my panic gradually subsided, replaced by a
surge of gratitude and camaraderie. His selfless act, especially knowing his own
circumstances, touched me deeply. With his help, I managed to complete a basic but intact
birdcage just in time for the judging.
Paragraph 2: Thankful and also curious, I went to see Liam the second day. I found him
at the results board. To my joy and his surprise, the judges had awarded us a Special Prize
for Collaboration, which came with a shared scholarship! Overwhelmed, I asked him why
he helped me when he needed to win so badly. He looked at me sincerely and said,
"Professor Hayes once told me that true craftsmanship is about shaping not just objects,
but also hearts. When I saw you in that corner, I remembered the help I received and knew
what I had to do." His words made me understand that the greatest prize wasn't the
scholarship, but the lesson in kindness we had both learned and would surely pass on.
解析
A 篇（古典音乐）
21. What do we know about the Renaissance period
正确答案：A. It originates in Europe.
文本定位与解析：这道题需要综合理解文章的开头部分。在“Definition and
Characteristics”章节，文章开篇明义地指出：“Classical music refers to a long-standing
tradition of music rooted in the traditions of Europe.”（古典音乐指的是植根于欧洲传
统的悠久音乐传统）。紧接着，在“Historical Context”中，文章说明古典音乐“has
evolved through several distinct periods, including the Renaissance... ” （ 经 历 了 几
个 distinct 时期，包括文艺复兴时期）。由此可以清晰地推断出，作为古典音乐一个
重要阶段的文艺复兴时期，其起源地必然在欧洲。
错误选项分析：
B. It is the shortest period.（它是最短的时期）：文章列出了各个时期的起止年份
（Renaissance: 1450-1600; Baroque: 1600-1750; Classical: 1750-1820 等），它们的持续
时间都在 150-200 年左右，文中并未对各时期的长度进行比较，因此“最短”的说法
没有依据。
C. It crosses over the Middle Ages（. 它与中世纪交叉）：文章指出古典音乐“has its roots
in the Middle Ages (approximately 450-1450 AD)”，而文艺复兴时期开始于 1450 年。
这意味着文艺复兴是紧接着中世纪结束而开始的，并非“交叉”（cross over）。从时
间上看，1450 年通常被视为中世纪的结束和文艺复兴的开启，两者是承接关系而非重
叠。
D. It features emotion and individualism.（它以情感和个人主义为特征）：此选项描
述的是浪漫主义时期（Romantic Period, 1820-1900）的典型特征，而非文艺复兴时期。
文 章 描 述 文 艺 复 兴 时 期 的 特 征 是 “polyphonic textures and humanistic musical
expressions”（复调织体和人文主义音乐表达）。
22. Whose music most probably displays clear and balanced structures
正确答案：B. Haydn and Mozart.
文本定位与解析：此题是典型的细节对应题。在“Key Periods”中，文章明确写道：
“Classical Period (1750-1820) is defined by clarity and balance”（古典主义时期以清
晰和平衡为定义），而该时期的代表人物（ famous figures）正是 Joseph Haydn 和
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart。
错误选项分析：
A. Bach and Handel.：巴赫与亨德尔属于巴洛克时期（Baroque Era, 1600-1750），该
时期的标志是“splendid musical forms”（华丽的音乐形式）。
C. Beethoven and Debussy.：贝多芬虽然是古典主义向浪漫主义过渡的代表，但德彪
西属于 20 世纪的印象主义（Impressionism），两者风格迥异。
D. Schubert and Brahms.：舒伯特与勃拉姆斯是浪漫主义时期（Romantic Period,
1820-1900）的作曲家，该时期聚焦于“emotional expression and individualism”。
23. Which of the following about Classical music is true according to the author
正确答案：D. It has a long-lasting cultural significance.
文本定位与解析：此题考查对文章主旨和作者观点的理解。在“Influence and Legacy”
部分，文章明确指出：古典音乐“has significantly influenced many modern music genres
and continues to be a vital part of cultural and intellectual life”（显著影响了许多现代音
乐流派，并且持续是文化和智力生活的重要组成部分），其影响“has shaped ... broader
artistic and cultural movements throughout history”（塑造了历史上更广泛的艺术和文
化运动）。这些都直接支持了 D 选项关于其持久文化意义的表述。
错误选项分析：
A. It has lasted over 2000 years.（它已持续超过 2000 年）：文章说明古典音乐根源于
中世纪（约公元 450 年），至今约 1500 多年，并未超过 2000 年。
B. It can be both formal and informal.（它既可以是正式的也可以是非正式的）：文章
开篇就强调古典音乐的特征是“formal structure”（正式结构），并未提及它具有非
正式的特点。
C. It is more popular than modern music.（它比现代音乐更流行）：文章没有对古典
音乐和现代音乐的流行程度进行比较。
B 篇（Soccket 发电足球）
24. The unusual engineering class mentioned in the first paragraph ______.
正确答案：D. encourages learning to solve real-world problems
推理过程：文章开头说明这门课是“challenged to combine art and science to
help the world”，随后提到学生们讨论的是“issues faced by many people around
the world to see which they could help solve”。这些都表明该课程的核心是鼓励
学生学以致用，解决现实世界的问题。选项 A、B、C 均属于对原文信息的过
度推断或曲解。
25. What is the primary purpose of this article
正确答案：B. To introduce an amazing invention with soccer balls.
推理过程：全文围绕 Julia 和 Jessica 如何从一门课程中获得灵感，发明并改
进 Soccket 发电足球这一核心事件展开，介绍了其工作原理、测试过程和理念。
因此，文章的主要目的是介绍一项与足球相关的奇妙发明。选项 A 是发明过
程中的细节，并非主旨；C 是发明动机，不是目的；D 范围过大，足球并未改
变她们的人生轨迹，而是她们利用足球进行发明。
26. What do we know about the Soccket football
正确答案：C. It is the combined product of love and imagination.
推理过程：这项发明源于对现实问题的关切（解决用电问题）和对运动的热
爱（Julia 曾是运动员），并通过丰富的想象力（从运动中捕获能量）得以实
现。文章最后 Julia 的话也体现了“fun and function”结合的理念。因此，它是爱
与想象的结合产物。选项 A，足球本身发光文中未提及；B，文中测试是在世
界杯锦标赛上由孩子们进行，并未说明用于职业比赛；D，能量转换方向说反
了。
27. Why does the author quote Silverman at the end of the passage
正确答 案： D. To demonstrate the philosophy behind Julia and Jessica’s
practice.
推理过程：引用的 Silverman 的话“Just because we get older doesn’t mean we
have to stop playing, and just because we need important things... doesn’t mean
we can’t have fun producing them”清晰地概括了她们将乐趣（playing, fun）与
实用功能（producing electricity）相结合的核心创新理念。这揭示了她们实践
背后的哲学，而不仅仅是介绍功能或赞扬贡献。
C 篇（猫狗的情景记忆）
28. What is the main idea of the passage
正确答案：D. New research findings about the memory abilities of dogs and
cats.
推理过程：文章开篇提出旧观点（动物只有联想记忆），然后重点介绍了
Miklósi 等人新的实验研究，这些研究发现狗和猫也拥有情景记忆，并探讨了
其特点和尚存的谜团。因此，全文主旨是介绍关于猫狗记忆能力的新研究发现。
选项 A 中的比较非重点；B 中的研究方法是为说明发现服务的；C 是其中一个
具体细节。
29. What can we know from Miklósi and Fugazza’s 2016 experiment
正确答案：B. Dogs can remember specific details of past experiences.
推理过程：文章明确指出，2016 年的实验通过让狗模仿人类几分钟前的动作，
证实了狗能记住它们经历的特定细节。选项 A 是旧观点，已被该实验挑战；C
与后续实验“without needing to see the ticket to remind them”的类比相悖；D 过
于绝对，文中指出是相似但也有不同。
30. What mystery do scientists still need to solve about animal memory
正确答案：C. How cats and dogs reflect on their memories.
推理过程：第四段末尾明确提出了尚待解决的谜团：“How cats and dogs guide
their own recall — if they need reminders to activate it — is a mystery.” 即科学家
想知道猫狗是如何主动地、自发地反思或回忆的。选项 A 是旧观点，已被证
实超越；B 是最后一段讨论的另一个问题（记忆载体），而非“如何反思”；D
是“如何反思”的一个具体方面，不全面。
31. What does the author mainly want to say in the last paragraph
正确答案：C. Cats and dogs most probably memorize by smell.
推理过程：最后一段的核心是探讨猫狗记忆的载体可能与我们不同。作者通
过两个研究案例（狗在黑暗中用鼻子找物体，小猫凭气味认母）来支持“Could
their recall come together as smells rather than images ”这一观点，从而得出结
论：猫狗的记忆很可能更多地依靠嗅觉。选项 A 非本段重点；B 是人类的情
况，用于对比引出猫狗可能不同；D 非本段讨论内容。江苏省海安高级中学景苏
华 QQ:77151512
D 篇（认知卸载）
32. What does the underlined word “delegating” most probably mean
正确答案：A. Assigning.
推理过程：根据上下文，“cognitive offloading”指的是将脑力工作（mental work）
交给（ to）外部工具（external tools）来完成的行为。因此，“delegating”在此
处的意思最接近“分配、委派”（Assigning）。其他选项不符合语境。
33. Why did participants in Gilbert’s experiment set unnecessary digital reminders
正确答案：A. They lacked confidence in their own memory.
推理过程：文章第三段开头明确解释了根本原因：“The root reason seems to be
that people underestimate their own cognitive abilities. They think they’ll forget,
so they set a reminder.” 即参与者对自己的记忆能力缺乏信心。选项 B、C 与文
中描述（他们本有能力记住）不符；D 是这种行为导致的结果，而非原因。
34. The author mentions the Cognitive Reflection Test to show ______.
正确答案：C. reminder bias causes harm to more than just memory
推理过程：作者在第四段提出“If the problem were limited to memory, it might
not matter much.”，但紧接着用“But”转折，并引用 Nathaniel Barr 关于认知反
射测试（CRT）的研究，指出得分低的人更依赖智能手机获取信息。这是为了
证明认知卸载（提醒偏差）的危害远不止影响记忆，还会影响到更高阶的思
维和分析能力。
35. What is the best title of the article
正确答案：D. Over-reliance on External AI Tools May Weaken Cognitive
Abilities
推理过程：全文通过介绍“认知卸载”和“提醒偏差”现象，层层递进地论证了
过度依赖外部工具（如手机、AI）会使人们放弃锻炼自身的认知能力，从而可
能导致这些能力削弱。选项 A 是现象本身，但未点明其核心危害；B 是其中
一个具体方面；C 中的比较非文章重点，文章强调的是过度依赖的危害。
七选五（青少年与社交媒体）
36. C. Many teenagers recognize that social media is unhealthy.
空后句指出青少年不自己决定远离社交媒体的原因是怕错过社交机会。因此，
空白处需要填入一个能与“but”形成转折，并引出“青少年其实明白社交媒体有
问题”的句子。C 选项符合这一逻辑。
37. F. My audience typically guesses that the students demanded tens of thousands of
dollars.
空后句给出了研究的实际结果（平均 50 美元，中位数 30 美元）。因此，空
白处需要填入一个描述人们通常对此有何种高估的猜测，从而与真实结果形成
对比。F 选项符合。
38. D. The students were willing to pay the researchers to make this happen.
空前句问如果朋友也这样做，需要付多少钱他们才会停用账号。空后句说没
有听众猜对结果。因此，空白处需要填入一个令人意外的结果。D 选项（学生
反而愿意付钱）与常理相悖，能制造悬念，且与后文衔接。
39. E. So talk to the parents of your kids’ friends and get them to do the same thing.
本段主要在给父母提出建议。空前文说如果所有父母或部分父母都限制孩子
使用社交媒体，就能解决问题。因此，空白处自然应填入一项具体的、呼吁父
母联合行动的建议。E 选项符合。
40. G. Chat groups with people kids know are a good alternative to conversations on
social apps.
本段在描述不使用社交媒体后的替代沟通方案。空前句提到了用老式手机发
短信或打电话，空后句提到了线下聚会。因此，空白处需要填入一种介于两者
之间的、基于网络的替代方案。G 选项的“Chat groups”正是这样一种方案。
语法填空
56.catching57.are working / have been working 58.to59.that / which60.simply
61.was detailed62.if / when63.requires64.to break64.to break
56.catching 介词“of”后面应接动名词作宾语，构成“cases of them catching fire”
（它们起火的案例）。
57.are working / have been working 描述全世界研究人员正在努力（are working）
或一直在努力（have been working）解决问题，两种时态均可，表示持续的状态。
58.to“a barrier to...”是固定搭配，意为“对 ...来说是一个障碍”。
59.that / which 此处是定语从句，修饰先行词“change”，关系代词在从句中作主
语，指物，可用 that 或 which 引导。
60.simply 此处需要副词修饰动词“ involves”（涉及），意思是它仅仅（simply）
涉及更换电解液中的化学物质。
61.was detailed 主语“The method”（方法）与动词“detail”（详述）之间是被
动关系，且时间状语是“earlier this year”（今年早些时候），故用一般过去时的
被动语态 was detailed（被详细说明）。
62.if / when 句意是：我认为对人们来说最难意识到的是，当（if/when）你试图最
大化性能时，有时会牺牲安全性。表示条件或时间。
63.requires 主语“increasing performance”（提高性能）是单数概念的动名词短语，
且陈述客观事实，故谓语动词用第三人称单数一般现在时 requires。
64.to break“come up with an idea to do sth”是常用表达，意为“想出一个办法来做
某事”，动词不定式 to break 作目的状语。
65.stability 形容词“good”（好的）后面需要接名词，且与“good performance”（良
好性能）并列，故填名词 stability（稳定性）。
写作第一节：书信写作
写作思路
1.审题立意：题目要求写一封给校长的信，主题是“缓解高中学生心理压力”。
内容需包括压力成因和学校可采取的措施。书信格式（称呼、结尾）需正确，
语气应正式、诚恳。
2.结构安排：书信采用“总-分-总”结构。开头直接点明写信目的，正文分两段
分别阐述原因和建议，结尾表达期望和感谢。
3.语言表达：使用正式、得体的书面语，注意句式多样性（如简单句、复合句
结合），并运用一些高级词汇和短语提升文章档次。
参考范文
Dear Principal,
I am writing to share some thoughts on alleviating students' psychological pressure, a
growing concern among us.
The pressure primarily stems from intense academic competition and the fear of not
meeting expectations regarding college entrance exams. Additionally, complex peer
relationships and a lack of effective communication channels often leave students feeling
isolated and stressed.
To address this, I suggest the school could organize more stress-relief activities, such as
regular sports events and art festivals, to provide relaxation outlets. Furthermore,
establishing a more accessible and confidential psychological counseling system would
encourage students to seek timely help. 江苏省海安高级中学景苏华 QQ:77151512
I believe with your leadership, our school can create a more supportive environment for
every student to thrive.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
范文解析
内容要点：范文正文第一段点明学业竞争和人际关系是主要压力源，第二段
则提出了开展减压活动和加强心理咨询两项具体措施，完全覆盖题目要求。
词汇语法：使用了 alleviating（缓解）、stem from（源于）、confidential（保
密的）等高级词汇，以及 Additionally、Furthermore 等连接词，使文章连贯。
格式与字数：格式完整正确。范文词数约 90 词，符合题目要求。
第二节：读后续写
写作思路
理解材料：故事围绕“我”参加手工艺比赛途中遭遇意外，材料损毁，陷入绝望时，
家境困难且同样需要奖学金的同学 Liam 伸出援手展开。核心冲突是“希望破灭”，
主题是友情、善良与传承。
续写逻辑：
第一段开头： I stared at him, disbelief washing over me.应着重描写“我”从震惊、疑
惑到理解 Liam 意图后的复杂情感变化，以及 Liam 如何具体帮助“我”。
第二段开头：Thankful and also curious, I went to see Liam the second day.应着重描写
“我”的感谢与好奇，并通过与 Liam 或教授的对话，揭示 Liam 行为的深层动机，点
明“传递善意”的主题，并给出一个温暖结局。江苏省海安高级中学景苏华 QQ:77151512
语言风格：保持与原文一致的叙述风格，使用生动的感官描写和心理活动描写来增强
故事感染力。
参考范文
Paragraph 1: I stared at him, disbelief washing over me. Was he really offering me his
precious materials Seeing my confusion, Liam smiled warmly and said, "We can fix this
together. I have enough time before my slot." He then sat beside me, skillfully guiding my
hands to select usable bamboo strips and demonstrating how to splice the broken wooden
dish seamlessly. As we worked side by side, my panic gradually subsided, replaced by a
surge of gratitude and camaraderie. His selfless act, especially knowing his own
circumstances, touched me deeply. With his help, I managed to complete a basic but intact
birdcage just in time for the judging.
Paragraph 2: Thankful and also curious, I went to see Liam the second day. I found him
at the results board. To my joy and his surprise, the judges had awarded us a Special Prize
for Collaboration, which came with a shared scholarship! Overwhelmed, I asked him why
he helped me when he needed to win so badly. He looked at me sincerely and said,
"Professor Hayes once told me that true craftsmanship is about shaping not just objects,
but also hearts. When I saw you in that corner, I remembered the help I received and knew
what I had to do." His words made me understand that the greatest prize wasn't the
scholarship, but the lesson in kindness we had both learned and would surely pass on.
续写解析
情节发展：续写紧扣材料，第一段详细描述了 Liam 如何帮助“我”在绝望中重拾希
望并完成作品，突出了无私的帮助。第二段则通过一个出人意料的“合作特别奖”回
馈了 Liam 的善意，并通过对话揭示并升华了“传递善意”的主题，结局圆满且富有
深意。
语言运用：使用了 disbelief washing over me（难以置信）、subsided（平息）、camaraderie
（同志情谊）、overwhelmed（激动不已）等生动表达，并通过对话和细节描写使人
物形象更加丰满。
主题升华：续写成功地将一个关于个人挫折的故事，提升为一个关于友情、互助和人
性光辉的温暖故事，呼应了原文中 Professor Hayes 关于“将善意传递下去”的教诲。
听力文稿（含重点标注）
第一节
Text 1
M: I’ve been feeling bored all day. Maybe I should do something.
W: I understand. Sometimes when I feel that way, I clean up the house.
M: But I think being outdoors might help, like running a few laps around the basketball
court.
重点词汇： clean up（打扫） lap（n. 圈）
实用句型：Maybe I should do something.（ 也许我该做点什么。）
Text 2
M: Did you know that trees can turn to stone
W: How can that be possible Trees are living things.
M: Well, over millions of years, minerals replace the wood. And the tree turns into
a fossil, so it's a tree and a rock at the same time.
重点词汇： mineral（n. 矿物质） fossil（n. 化石）
实用句型：Did you know that... （你知道…… 吗？）
Text 3
M: This looks beautiful. I can’t believe you finally did it.
W: I know, I’ve been meaning to learn how to sew for years. I had to
really concentrate. And I made a few mistakes, but it's OK.
M: This is exactly your size. You’ve done a great job.
重点词汇： sew（v. 缝纫） concentrate（v. 集中注意力）
实用句型：I’ve been meaning to do sth. for years.（我多年来一直打算做某事。）
Text 4
M: Do you have everything you need, pencils, pens and a calculator
W: Yes, I checked about 5 times, but I’m worried I missed some knowledge and
won’t be able to answer the questions.
M: You revise so much at home and school, nothing will help you succeed like hard work.
重点词汇：calculator（n. 计算器）revise（v. 复习）
实用句型：nothing will help you succeed like...（没有什么比…… 更能帮你成功。）
Text 5
W: Oh, is this the new show everyone is talking about What are your thoughts on it so
far
M: I wish I could tell you, my internet connection keeps cutting out. I've only seen the
first part.
W: That’s annoying.
重点词汇： thoughts on（对…… 的看法）、connection（n. 网络连接）cut
out（中断）、 annoying（adj. 令人烦恼的）
实用句型：What are your thoughts on... （你对…… 有什么看法？）
Text 6 （回答第 6-7 题）
W: Do you think I’m too old to pass my driving test
M: Of course not. You’re only 40. My mom was 5 years older than you when she finally
passed.
W: Really That makes me feel better. 江苏省海安高级中学景苏华 QQ:77151512
M: You’re never too old to learn. Learning new skills when we’re older gives us
deeper understanding.
W: Good point. I was nervous and anxious when I was around 20 years old. That’s
partly why I didn’t take my test then. Do you think it’s silly to be worried about it
now
M: Not at all. Studies show mature learners often perform better because they have
more patience and focus.
重点词汇： silly（adj. 愚蠢的） mature learner（成年学习者）
perform better（表现更好） patience and focus（耐心和专注力）
实用句型：You're never too old to learn. （活到老，学到老。）
Text 7 （回答第 8-10 题）
M: Organizing this outdoor music festival is way harder than I thought. These dishes
look amazing, but I simply have no appetite right now.
W: What’s causing the biggest headache
M: The park I want is taken, and I’m still waiting for the council to give permits for
us to use a different location.
W: What about using the stadium instead
M: It is too far away, and some of the bands haven’t confirmed if they are available.
W: Sounds like you’ve got a lot on your plate.
M: Yeah. I want it all to run smoothly, but it’s a nightmare.
W: Let’s try our luck at the nearby university later, to see if we can use their sports field.
M: Great plan. I’ll finish this bite, and we’ll be on our way.
重点词汇： appetite（n. 食欲）taken（adj. 被占用的） council（n. 委员会） permit
（n. 许可）stadium（n. 体育场） band（n. 乐队） confirm（v. 确认） available
（adj. 可用的、有空的） have a lot on one’s plate 意为“手头事情很多”）、nightmare
（n. 噩梦）
实用句型：Sounds like you've got a lot on your plate.（听起来你手头事情很多。）
Text 8 （回答第 11-13 题）
W: Do you have a moment to talk about decorating my new place
M: Sure, how’s the move going so far
W: Well, I've looked at so many paint samples, but I can't decide. The walls are
still plain, and I don’t want to choose something I’ll regret later.
M: Have you thought about picking a light color to keep it simple Or you could start
with some furniture you like and match the colors to that.
W: I’ve considered that, but I’m not sure if the colors will look right together. It’s
hard to picture how everything will fit.
M: I understand. I have some design magazines you can borrow. They’ll give you
ideas and show how colors and furniture go together.
W: That sounds perfect. I can't wait.
M: Everything will come together once you have a few ideas in place.
W: Thank you so much for taking the time to talk with me about all this.
M: Come on. Don’t be so polite. You’ve helped me so many times before.
重点词汇：moment（n. 时间）、decorate（v. 装饰）、move（n. 搬家）、sample（n. 样
本）、decide（v. 决定）、plain（adj. 朴素的）、regret（v. 后悔）、light color（浅色）、
furniture（n. 家具）、match（v. 匹配）、together（adv. 一起）、picture（v. 想象）、
magazine（n. 杂志）、borrow（v. 借）、come together（成型、就绪）、polite（adj. 礼
貌的）
实用句型：Have you thought about doing sth. （你考虑过做某事吗？）
Text 9 （回答第 14-17 题）
W: Hello, this is Ada from Viewstream. Would you like to talk about your
TV subscription now
M: Sure, go ahead. 江苏省海安高级中学景苏华 QQ:77151512
W: I noticed you changed your package recently. Was there a reason for that
M: I wasn’t really using it enough to justify the cost, so I switched to a cheaper one. I
also thought about canceling before.
W: Oh, no, we’ve just started our best premium package for 10 more than the original
50. With improved image quality, there is an additional 5 fee for equipment, which is
quite reasonable.
M: That sounds interesting. What exactly is this equipment
W: It’s a new set-top box that offers more features, such as extra movies, on-demand
services and recording functions.
M:：That does sound good. I love watching movies.
W: How about I send over the details, and you can decide
M: Great, I’ll take a look at the information carefully. I hope this new package meets
my needs. Thanks a lot.
重点词汇：subscription（n. 订阅）package（n. 套餐）justify（v. 证明…… 合理）switch
to（切换到）cancel（v. 取消） premium package（高端套餐） image
quality （ 画 质 ） additional （ adj. 额 外 的 ） reasonable （ adj. 合 理
的） set-top box（机顶盒） feature（n. 功能） on-demand service
（点播服务） recording function（录制功能）
实用句型：Would you like to talk about... （你想谈谈…… 吗？）
Text 10 独白（回答第 18-23 题）
M: Welcome to the Grand Prix experience. I’m Charles, and today I’ll take you into
the world of professional Grand Prix racing. You’re in for a nonstop day. We’ll start
here in the garage area. This is where the engineers and mechanics prepare the race
cars before they hit the track. Every second counts in Grand Prix racing.
From adjusting the wheels to perfecting engine performance, in about 15 minutes,
we’ll head to the pit lane. Here, pit crews change tires and refuel the cars in record
time. Sometimes in just a few seconds, you’ll see how they do it right in front of your
eyes. It’s amazing. At 11:30 a.m., we’ll check out the control center. This is a key
part of the race where teams watch everything and make quick decisions. By noon,
you’ll be seated in the VIP stands, ready to watch the racers warm up their cars, and
then take off for the first lap 10 minutes later. There is never a dull moment in the
world of Grand Prix racing.
重点词汇：professional（adj. 专业的）nonstop（adj. 不停歇的）garage area（车库区）
engineer and mechanic（工程师和机械师）hit the track（踏上赛道） count（v. 重要）
adjus（t v. 调整） perfec（t v. 完善） pit lane（维修通道） change tire（s 换轮胎） refuel
（v. 加油） record time（创纪录的时间） control center（控制中心） VIP stands
（贵宾席）take off（出发） dull moment（无聊时刻）
实用句型：You’re in for a... day.（你将度过一个…… 的一天。）