2025届肇庆市高要区高三第一次调研模拟测试
英 语
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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
If you’ve reached the end of the year feeling as though you didn’t read enough, we’ve got you. Here are some of the best books of the year according to notable artists, image-makers and other cultural taste makers.
Emily Ratajkowski, model: Ghost Lover’
“This collection of nine short stories probes into many of the same themes in Lisa Taddeo’s beloved ‘Three Women’, but discusses them in a sharper, more disagreeable way. She ruthlessly explores jealousy relationships between women, aging, revenge and, of course, desire. Taddeo never lets you come up for air -- making you laugh while simultaneously horrifying you all when you least expect it.”
Hans UIrich Obrist, artistic director: ‘I Always Knew’
“This is a portrait of artist and writer Barbara Chase-Riboud, through the letters she wrote to her mother, Vivian Mae, between 1957 and 1991. In this remarkable title, Barbara Chase-Riboud tells her mother about her development as an artist, her love stories, and her trips around the globe, from Africa to China. In these memoirs (回忆录), Chase-Riboud frankly and passionately describes her aspirations, her ambitions and creative inspiration，while also showcasing love and tenderness to her mother.”
Avan Jogia, actor and director: ‘Who is Wellness For ’
“‘Who is Wellness For ’ is a book that works as part social observation and part memoir. It explores the commercialization of healing and ritual and asks questions about the industry of wellness I found the read insightful, thoughtful, and unafraid. Wellness isn’t for anyone if it’s not for everyone.”
What sets “Ghost Lover” apart from “Three Women”
A．The focus on themes. B．The setting of stories.
C．The structure of books. D．The tone of narration.
Who is the writer of “T Always Knew”
A．Barbara Chase-Riboud. B．Hans Ulrich Obrist
C．Vivian Mae. D．Avan Jogia.
What do the above-mentioned books have in common
A．They bring laughter to readers. B．They share the same writing type
C．They center on the theme of love D．They stand out as the best reads of the year.
B
“Growing fruit trees is a very simple way to stay in love with our world,” says Vivian Keh, playwright and daughter of immigrants, holding a basket of persimmons (柿子) she’s cultivated to feel connected to her Korean ancestors. Keh is just one of the 50 remarkable subjects in naturalist writer Amy Stewart’s The Tree Collectors: Tales of Arboreal Obsession, a collection of portraits of people transformed by their love of trees.
Initially, trees struck Stewart as an odd thing to collect. Intrigued by this community of enthusiasts, she discovered educators, preservationists and visionaries, all drawn to a kind of curation, motivated by reasons diverse as their projects. They plant trees in public and private spaces both modest and expansive, nurturing (培育)their collections to honor beloved dead, attract wildlife, preserve rare species’ connect to history, invest in the future, grow food and create beauty.
Steward categorizes these tree collectors according to their sense of purpose. Kenneth Hoegh, one of the book’s “ecologists”, tests which cold-loving species might grow in a warming and historically treeless Greenland. “Healer” Joe Hamilton plants loblolly pines on a parcel of land he got from his enslaved ancestors with an eye toward long-term sustainable forestry which he hopes will establish a source of generational wealth for his family. Reagan Wytsalucy has a plan to restore traditional peach orchards on Navajo land as one of the “community builders” who seek to bring people together.
Adding to the book’s charm are Stewart’s watercolor’ illustrations — she gives us a look at each of her human subjects while also cataloging the most wonderful qualities of featured trees, such as Seussian eucalyptus seed pods and delicate camellia blossoms.
After spending time in this varied commonwealth, you’ll undoubtedly experience an intense desire to rest under the shade of a leafy oak. But something even deeper is happening here: by creating a space for people to talk about something they love. “How often do any of us get a chance to pour our hearts out to a stranger ” she writes. “Somehow, talking about trees made it possible.”
What does the underlined word “curation” in paragraph 2 mean
A．Connection. B．Collection. C．Treatment. D．Transformation,
What purpose of planting trees is mentioned in paragraph 3
A．To preserve rare species. B．To honor beloved dead.
C．To develop new varieties. D．To strengthen social bonds.
What does the quote in the last paragraph suggest about discussing trees
A．It inspires new ideas. B．It rarely happens in public.
C．It allows deep emotional sharing. D．It helps resolve environmental issues.
What does the writer think of the book
A．Complicated. B．Conventional. C．Inspiring. D．Intense.
C
For many, travel isn’t just about the destination — it’s about making the most of the journey. However, for a lot of people, the journey is often ruined by an uncomfortable experience often accompanied by vomiting, known as motion sickness. If you’ve ever felt the unwelcome urge to vomit while reading or using your device in a moving vehicle, you’re not alone. Recognizing this common issue, Apple has stepped up to offer a revolutionary solution; the Vehicle Motion Cues feature for iPhones and iPads.
Motion sickness occurs when there is a disconnect between what your eyes see and what your body feels. When you’re in a moving vehicle, your body senses motion through its vestibular system (the inner ear), but if your eyes are focused on a still screen that doesn’t reflect this movement, the brain receives mixed signals. This sensory conflict can lead to dizziness, nausea, and overall discomfort - symptoms all too familiar to motion sickness sufferers.
Apple’s new Vehicle Motion Cues feature is designed to bridge this gap and bring relief to those likely to experience motion sickness. This revolutionary feature works by displaying animated dots, around the edges of your screen, which move at the same time and speed as the motion of your vehicle. These moving cues help keep the motion your body feels in line with what your eyes see, effectively reducing the sensory mismatch that causes motion sickness.
The magic lies in the simplicity and effectiveness. The animated dots move in consistency with the vehicle’s motion, providing a visual representation of the movement your body is experiencing. By matching the visual input with the physical sensations of motion, your brain is less likely to experience the confusion that leads to sickness.
Early reports and user feedback indicate that Vehicle Motion Cues is receiving high praise for its effectiveness. So next time you embark on a journey, whether short or long, remember that Apple’s got your back — or rather, your brain - helping you make the most of every mile with ease and comfort.
Which type of people can be interested in Vehicle Motion Cues
A．Frequent travelers. B．Book lovers.
C．Vehicle operators. D．Sport scientists.
What is paragraph 2 mainly about
A．The principle of Apple’s new design.
B．The cause of motion sickness.
C．The functions of Apples new design.
D．The symptoms of motion sickness.
By displaying animated dots around the screen, Apple’s Vehicle Motion Cues is able to_____.
A．ease sensory conflicts in the brain
B．tell the mismatched physical sensations
C．balance the movement of our eyes and body
D．increase the effectiveness of vehicle motion
Which can be the best title of the passage
A．Make the Most of Your Journey：Apple Bridges the. Gap
B．Find the Magic of a Moving Vehicle: Apple’s Got! Your Back
C．Enjoy Your Reading: Apple Offers a Revolutionary Solution
D．Say Goodbye to Motion Sickness: Apple Introduces Its New Design
D
If your partner gets down on one knee to propose, or you get a call with the job offer, your reaction might be to shout it from the rooftops. But new research suggests that keeping good news a secret before telling someone else could make people feel more energized.
“Decades of research on secrecy suggest it is bad for our well-being. However, this work has only examined keeping secrets that have negative effects for our lives. Is secrecy inherently bad for our well-being or do the negative effects of secrecy tend to originate from keeping negative secrets ” asked lead researcher of the latest research Michael Slepian, PhD, a professor of business at Columbia University.
In the experiment, some participants were asked to reflect on the good news they kept secret, while others reflected on good news that was not secret, and then rated how energized the news made them feel and whether they intended to share the news with someone else. The researchers found that the participants who reflected on their positive secrets reported feeling more energized than the participants who thought about their good news that was not secret.
The research nuances our understanding of the science of secrets. Negative secrets tend to deplete us and have also been linked to anxiety and depression. Positive secrets, however, seem to have an energizing effect and make people alive. One factor could be that people often have different motivations for keeping good news to themselves. Those with positive secrets were much more likely to keep quiet for internal reasons, not because they felt any outside pressures.
“People sometimes go to great lengths to plan revealing a positive secret to make it all the more exciting. This kind of surprise can be intensely enjoyable, but surprise is the most fleeting of our emotions, ” Slepian said. “Having extra time days, weeks or even longer-to imagine the joyful surprise on another person’s face allows us more time with this exciting moment, even if only in our own minds.”
What did Michael Slepian think of the previous research on secrecy
A．One-sided. B．Pointless. C．Convincing. D．Pioneering.
In the experiment, some participants were more energized because ______.
A．they were optimistic and cheerful.
B．they were free from secrets.
C．they had undisclosed positive secrets.
D．they had shared good news with others.
What does the underlined word “deplete” in paragraph 4 mean
A．Spoil. B．Exhaust. C．Confuse. D．Panic.
According to the last paragraph, what did Slepian suggest readers do
A．Never reveal a secret casually.
B．Let your imagination run wild.
C．Be creative when surprising others.
D．Delay sharing a positive secret.
第二节（共5小题，每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
How to overcome travel anxiety
Stress and anxiety around documents and procedures of travel is common. Here are some tips from experts on how to overcome travel anxiety and enjoy your holiday or trip.
36 To be able to best cope with your travel anxiety, you need to have a good understanding of the things that actually cause it. Once you understand what triggers your anxiety, you can plan ahead for the best ways to handle it.
Plan out your trip details. One of the reasons for your travel anxiety is that you’re being taken out of your comfort zone and won’t have full control over everything. 37 That will give you a sense of control. However, it’s equally important to think of alternative plans for anything that could potentially not go as planned.
Make use of different relaxation techniques. 38 Another useful way to calm your mind is by meditating. To make sure you find the mindfulness technique that works best for you, try out a few different ones beforehand and use the most efficient one during your trip to set your mind at ease.
Have things with you that bring you joy. These can include physical item s like a book to read, or a game to play. It can be extremely useful in distracting you from your negative feelings. Alternatively, you can create a playlist of songs you love or have your favourite TV show with you. 39
Don’t forget your physical health. Being physically active is a great way to reduce feelings of anxiety and stress. 40 Going outside and connecting with nature can have a positive effect on your physical and mental wellbeing, which in turn will help reduce your anxious thoughts.
A．Brainstorm various kinds of anxiety.
B．Understand where your anxiety originates.
C．Frankly speaking, negative feelings can’t be avoided.
D．Make sure to incorporate physical activity in your days.
E．Deep breathing is a technique proven to help reduce stress.
F．They will keep your mind occupied, decreasing your feelings of anxiety.
G．To help ease that anxious feeling, try to plan out your trip in as much detail as possible.
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）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
What I will be hosting, to be exact, is a series of meditation retreats (冥想静修) to be held this spring. During each retreat, about a hundred 41 will come here from all over the world for a period of a week to ten days to deepen their meditation practices. Some of them are 42 , but many have never been to India. My role is to take care of these people during their 43 here. For most of the retreat, the participants will be in 44 . For some of them, it will be the first time they’ve 45 silence as a devotional practice, and it can be intense. However, I will be the one person they are 46 to talk to if something is going wrong.
I can help them. I am so 47 to help. All the listening skills I learned as a (n)
48 bartender, all the antennas (直觉) I’ve ever developed throughout my lifetime that
have taught me how to 49 what people are feeling — they were all accumulated 50
I could help ease these good people into the difficult task they’ve 51 . I am so consumed by 52 at their bravery. These people have 53 their families and lives for a few weeks to go into silent retreat with a crowd of perfect 54 in India. Not everybody does this in their 55 .
A．employees B．retirees C．interviewees D．devotees
A．passers-by B．old-times C．trouble-makers D．peace-lovers
A．work B．stay C．tour D．lecture
A．doubt B．memory C．silence D．surprise
A．treated B．interpreted C．described D．experienced
A．commanded B．reminded C．forced D．allowed
A．equipped B．moved C．wanted D．motivated
A．talkative B．sympathetic C．aggressive D．innocent
A．read B．record C．express D．reveal
A．so that B．now that C．in case D．even if
A．put aside B．taken on C．turned down D．got over
A．guilt B．satisfaction C．wonder D．embarrassment
A．contributed to B．relied on C．left behind D．prayed for
A．strangers B．opponents C．friends D．roommates
A．job B．adventure C．dream D．lifetime
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。
The first group of 3,226 doctoral candidates has been selected for a two-year
government-backed project to support 56 (promise) young scientists, the Chinese
Association for Science and Technology (CAST) 57 (announce) on Saturday.
The candidates will receive specialized training aimed at broadening their academic perspectives, enhancing academic experience and 58 (accelerate)their academic
59 (grow).The support period is set from January 2025 to December 2026.
According to CAST, the project primarily targets the doctoral candidates under the age of 30 in natural sciences, engineering, agricultural sciences and medicine from universities and research institutions.
Academic funding will be allocated for the selected candidates 60 (participate)in high-level academic conferences, publish high-quality research papers and engage in overseas study exchanges.
CAST will provide up to 40,000 yuan ($5,565) in financial support for each candidate.
CAST will also help the selected candidates to become student members of national academies for free and participate in major domestic and international academic conferences, while outstanding candidates 61 (offer) additional opportunities to learn from established professionals to enhance their overall capabilities.
In addition, the selected candidates will be given assistant positions at high-level academic
conferences, and domestic and international academic organizations, as well as assistant editorial roles in academic journals.
This involvement will assist them in staying updated on cutting-edge research developments
62 engaging deeply in academic exchanges.
From 2025 onward, 63 initiative plans to gradually expand its support to
64 (approximate) 10,000 candidates annually, accounting 65 over 15 percent of doctoral graduates in related disciplines each year in China.
China launches new project to support young scientists-
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
假如你是李华。你校计划举行以“Fly Your Dream”为主题的英语周活动。现就活动的内容、形式征集建议，请你给负责本次活动的外教Chris 写一封信，提出你的想法。
注意：
（1）写作词数应为80 左右；
（2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Chris,
Yours,
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。
The school festival was buzzing with excitement, all because of a new contest called “Innovate Your Way.” This contest was all about making a costume that was as unique and creative as possible, showcasing what one loves the most.
Lily Adams was surrounded by classmates with cool ideas. One classmate said excitedly, “I’m going to be the whole solar system, with planets circling around me!” One boasted (吹嘘), “I’ll redefine innovation. I will become a walking smartphone from the future, showing the digital age with interactive apps and games.”
Meanwhile, another one came up with the idea to dress up as a live weather forecast. He planned to attach LED screens to his outfit, displaying different weather patterns. This costume would not just show the weather but also change with real-time updates, combining technology and creativity in a way the festival had never seen.
Feeling overwhelmed, Lily wasn’t sure what to do. Her friends had such amazing ideas, and she hadn’t even picked a costume yet. She shared her worries with her friend Noah, saying,” I can’t make up my mind. Every idea seems too hard to do or just not exciting enough.”
Noah, always wise, had a great suggestion. “Why don’t you make a costume about gardening You love it, and it’s something unique to you,” he said. Lily was unsure because the contest was just a few days away. “I don’t know if there’s enough time to make something like that from the beginning,” she worried. But Noah encouraged her, “You have a special talent for making something wonderful out of simple things. Use what’s around you.”
Inspired by Noah’s words, Lily thought over her collection of plants and flowers. Arriving home, she noticed the pile of old gardening magazines and a forgotten green tarp(防水布)in the garage.
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。
As Lily looked through the magazines, an idea began to take root.
The day of the contest finally arrived.2025届肇庆市高要区高三第一次调研模拟测试
英语参考答案
第二部分 阅读
第一节
21 ~ 23 DAD 24 ~ 27 BDCC 28 ~ 31 ABAD 32 ~ 35 ACBD
第二节
36 ~ 40 BGEFD
第三部分 语言运用
第一节
41 ~ 45 DBBCD 46 ~ 50 DBCDA 51 ~ 55 BCCAD
第二节
56. promising 57. announced 58. accelerating 59. growth 60. to participate
61. will be offreed 62. and 63. the 64. approximately 65. for
第四部分 写作
第一节
Dear Chris,
I'm Li Hua, a senior 3 student in our school. I feel greatly honored and excited to show my opinions on the approaching activity week with the theme of "Fly Your Dream".
Personally, a theme class meeting, I Have A Dream, may be a good choice, offering us students a chance to share our dreams freely. Additionally, each class can recommend a representative to join in a speech contest titled "Fly Your Dream", which will serve as an inspiration for us to dream big and fight for a better future.
I'm really expecting the coming of the significant month. Sincere gratitude for your consideration.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节
As Lily looked through the magazines, an idea began to take root. She would create a costume that showcased her love for gardening!She quickly gathered all the materials she needed-leaves, flowers, and even some small plants. With Noah's advice in mind,she started to work on her costume, carefully arranging the plants and flowers to create a beautiful garden scene. It was hard work, but Lily loved every minute of it. She spent hours perfecting her creation, adding little details here and there until it was just right.
The day of the contest finally arrived. Lily was nervous as she walked onto the stage, but as soon as she saw the look of amazement on the judges' faces, she knew she had made the right choice. Her costume was unlike anything anyone had ever seen before. It was a living,breathing garden, complete with real plants and flowers. The judges were blown away by her creativity and originality,and Lily won first place in the contest!From that day on, Lily felt more confident in herself and her abilities.She realized that it's important to follow your passions and do what you love.
