2024-2025学年八年级下学期期中卷（苏州专用）
英语押题卷
注意事项：
1．本试卷共七大题，满分100分（不含听力口语30分），考试用时100分钟；
2．答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考点名称、考场号、座位号用0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔填写在答题卡相对应的位置上，并认真核对条形码上的准考号、姓名是否与本人的相符合；
3．答选择题必须用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑，如需改动，请用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案；答非选择题必须用0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔写在答题卡指定的位置上，不在答题区域内的答案一律无效，不得用其他笔答题；
4．考生答题必须答在答题卡上，答在试卷和草稿纸上一律无效。
第一部分 完形填空（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）
One summer, Cao Cao was leading his armies in a war against Zhang Xiu. It was really 1 . The burning sun was like a fire, and the sky was cloudless. At noon, the soldiers’ (士兵) clothes were wet 2 , and the speed slowed down.
Seeing that the speed was slower and slower, Cao Cao was very 3 losing the war. But how could they speed up Cao Cao at once called the guide and asked him 4 whether (是否) there was water nearby. The guide shook his head, saying that the water was on 5 side of the mountain. Cao Cao 6 that time didn’t allow (允许) them to do so.
After thinking for a moment, he said to the guide, “Keep quiet. I’ll find our way out.” At that time, it seemed useless to ask his armies to quicken the steps. 7 then, he thought out an idea. He came into the army and said, “Soldiers, I know there is a big forest of plums in front of us. The plums there are big and delicious. Let’s hurry along, and we will reach the forest of 8 .” When the soldiers heard this, they 9 right away. Picturing the delicious plums in their minds, the soldiers felt as if (好像) they were eating the plums themselves.
From this story, we can use “ 10 thirst by watching plums” to refer to (指) “trying to comfort someone by imagination (想象)”.
1．A．cold B．wet C．hot D．cool
2．A．through B．in C．up D．outside
3．A．surprised by B．excited about C．interested in D．afraid of
4．A．quietly B．slowly C．quickly D．loudly
5．A．both B．either C．the other D．other
6．A．made B．realized C．continued D．noticed
7．A．And B．But C．When D．Until
8．A．fruit B．mountains C．water D．plums
9．A．stood up B．made up C．cheered up D．woke up
10．A．using B．keeping C．stopping D．having
第二部分 阅读理解（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）
请认真阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Guitar lessons An excellent musician. Good at teaching kids for 5 years. Your home or mine. Call Larry at 86087593. Taxi driver wanted Full time. Experience and good knowledge of the city are necessary. Under 45 years old. Call Mr. White at 75132633 or 13935728866.
Lost dog Medium size, spotted white short hair. Answer you when you call it David. Many thanks for returning it. Call Susan at 87328059. Flat for sale Two bedrooms, a kitchen and a bathroom. Hot water 8:00-18:00. Beautiful sights out of the windows. E-mail: sigfund@.
11．Who can teach children to play the guitar
A．Mr. White. B．David. C．Larry. D．Susan.
12．Which number should you call at if you find the lost dog
A．87328059. B．86087593. C．75132633. D．13935728866.
13．Which of the four people may get the job as a taxi driver
A．A 50-year-old person.
B．A person who can drive and only has free time on weekends.
C．A person who has just got his driver's license.
D．A 40-year-old person who can drive well in the city.
B
Many Chinese people live far away from China. They go to other countries to study or work. These people are called “overseas Chinese.” Even though they live in different places, they always miss their homeland. This feeling is called “homesickness.”
Overseas Chinese often say, “You can take the person out of China, but you can’t take China out of the person.” This means that no matter where they go, they always remember their home. They miss their family, friends, and the places they grew up in.
During Chinese festivals like the Spring Festival and the Mid-Autumn Festival, overseas Chinese feel even more homesick. They celebrate these festivals with friends, but they still miss their family back home.
Food is a big part of feeling at home. Overseas Chinese often say, “There’s no place like home,” especially when they think about Chinese food. They miss the taste of their mother’s cooking or the special dishes from their hometown. Sometimes, they go to Chinese restaurants to find a taste of home. They might even learn to cook Chinese food themselves.
Today, it’s easier for overseas Chinese to stay connected with their families back home. They can make video calls and send messages. But they still feel homesick. They say, “A picture is worth a thousand words,” meaning that seeing their family on the screen is not the same as being with them in person.
Many overseas Chinese dream of going back to China one day. They say, “Birds return to their nests, and people return to their roots.” This means that no matter how far they go, they always want to come back to where they came from. Even if they live in another country for a long time, China will always be their true home.
For overseas Chinese, homesickness is not just about missing a place. It’s about missing the people and the culture that make them who they are. They say, “Home is where the heart is,” and their hearts will always be in China.
14．What does the term “overseas Chinese” refer to
A．Chinese people who travel abroad for tourism.
B．Chinese people who live and work in other countries.
C．Chinese people who have never left China.
D．Chinese people who visit other countries for short trips.
15．Why do overseas Chinese sometimes go to Chinese restaurants
A．To meet other Chinese people.
B．To learn how to cook Chinese dishes.
C．To find a taste of home through familiar food.
D．To celebrate Chinese festivals.
16．What does the saying “Birds return to their nests, and people return to their roots” mean
A．People always want to return to where they came from.
B．People should visit their hometowns regularly.
C．People should stay in their hometowns forever.
D．People should build nests like birds.
17．Which is NOT mentioned (提到) as a way overseas Chinese try to stay connected to their homeland
A．Making video calls to family. B．Cooking Chinese food.
C．Visiting Chinese restaurants. D．Writing letters to friends.
C
In the age of rapid technological development, DeepSeek (深度求索) has become a pioneer in artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics (数据分析). It was founded to help industries make intelligent decisions. DeepSeek focuses on creating advanced AI platforms to boost efficiency and productivity in fields like finance (金融), healthcare, education, and logistics.
DeepSeek uses advanced technologies such as machine learning, natural language processing (NLP), and predictive analytics. Its main product, an AI data analysis platform, helps organizations handle large amounts of data in real-time. It can generate useful insights and automate decision-making. For example, in healthcare, DeepSeek’s algorithms (算法) can diagnose (诊断) diseases more accurately. In finance, its tools can predict market trends and reduce risks.
What makes DeepSeek special is its focus on adaptability (适应性) and ethical (伦理) AI. The company tries to create transparent AI models that users can trust. Its “Adaptive Learning Framework” allows systems to change according to new data, staying useful in changing situations.
Since its start, DeepSeek has received much praise. Industry leaders like its ability to turn AI theory into practical uses. A CFO from a big company said it cut their operational costs by 30% and improved forecasting. Healthcare workers also like how it reduces diagnostic errors. But DeepSeek’s success has also started discussions about AI ethics and workforce changes.
In the future, DeepSeek plans to work with educational institutions to train AI talent and start community projects to solve problems like climate change. As its CEO said, they want AI to bring progress, not just profit. DeepSeek shows the bright future of AI, and it’s ready to change the way industries work.
18．DeepSeek was founded ________.
A．to develop new video-game technologies B．to help industries make intelligent decisions
C．to create a social media platform D．to build self-driving cars
19．How does DeepSeek help in the finance field
A．By providing free financial advice to all users.
B．By promoting high-risk investments.
C．By increasing the complexity of financial regulations.
D．By predicting market trends and reducing risks.
20．DeepSeek is special because of ________.
A．its high-cost products that only large companies can afford
B．its focus on adaptability and ethical AI
C．its lack of interest in new technological developments
D．its preference for working alone rather than collaborating
21．What’s the purpose of the passage
A．To introduce something about DeepSeek. B．To explain why DeepSeek is special.
C．To discuss the success of DeepSeek. D．To tell us the future plan of DeepSeek.
D
Computers can injure you. Most other injuries happen suddenly. For example, if you fall off a bicycle and break your arm, it happens very quickly. But computer injuries happen slowly.
Your eyes
Too much light can injure your eyes, so never sit too close to a computer screen. Your eyes should be at least 50 centimeters from the screen. Remember to look away from it sometimes. This gives your eyes a rest.
When you use a computer, the window should be on your left or your right. If it is behind you, the light will reflect (反射) on the screen. If the windows are in front of you, the sun and the screen will both shine into your eyes.
Your hands and wrists (手腕)
Hand and wrist injuries can happen because the hands and wrists are moved in the same way hundreds of times. If you use a keyboard for a long time, follow these three rules: 1) Rest your wrists on something. 2) Keep your elbows at the same height as the keyboard. 3) Stop sometimes and exercise your hands, wrists and fingers in a different way.
Your back
Some people sit for many hours in front of a computer. If you sit in a wrong way, you can injure your back or your neck. So you should sit with your back straight. The top part of the screen should be in front of your eyes. Your forearms (前臂), wrists and hands should all be parallel to (与……平衡) the floor. If you are sitting for a long time, get up every 30 minutes and exercise your arms, legs and neck.
Enjoy your computer, but use it safely.
22．The underlined word “injure” means “________”.
A．保护 B．影响 C．伤害 D．帮助
23．To protect your hands and wrists, you should ________.
A．look away from the screen B．rest your wrists on nothing
C．keep your elbows below the height of the keyboard D．stop playing computer sometimes and exercise
24．Which of the following is true
A．Sitting wrongly is only bad for your wrists and fingers.
B．Your eyes should be at the same height as the top part of the screen.
C．You should have a rest every two hours.
D．You should sit in front of a screen and play computer for a long time.
25．Which is the best title of this passage
A．How to Use a Computer Safely B．How to Play Computer Games
C．How to Protect Your Eyes D．Computers Are Very Harmful
第三部分 信息还原（共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分）
根据文章内容，从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，其有两个为多余选项。
There was an interview about “My Questions to Taikonauts” on Saturday, April 9. 26 The taikonauts (航天员) ahead of their planned return from space this month answered them.
Kid 1: Hello! My name is Skyla. Where does water come from in space
Ye Guangfu: The water on the space station comes from the earth. However, all the water we use is recycled (回收利用). For example, this bag of water in my hand is recycled. It tastes no different. 27
Kid 2: Hi, my name is Zoey. I think being a taikonaut is so cool. I have two questions.
First, do you exercise in the space station
Zhai Zhigang: We mainly use treadmills (跑台) and bikes. What else do you want to know
Kid 2: 28
Zhai Zhigang: In our spare time, we can call our families and watch TV. What amazes us the most is seeing our beautiful earth through the viewing window.
Kid 3: Hi, I am Anasophia. I’d like to know more about the food you eat in space.
Wang Yaping: The food prepared for us is what we usually eat on Earth. 29 During the long time in space, we celebrated some Chinese festivals and had some Chinese foods, such as dumplings, moon cakes, etc. You should try Chinese food when you have the chance too. It will be a wonderful experience.
Kid 3: What was the biggest problem you faced when you were in space Thank you.
Wang Yaping: 30 For example, we always feel like we are standing when we sleep, so we have to put our hands in a sleeping bag. I am a running lover, and I miss running outdoors on sunny days. Moreover, as a mother, I miss my daughter very much.
A．Out of work, what do you do for fun
B．Here are some questions from students.
C．What’s the most amazing view from space
D．It provides a balanced diet and rich vitamin.
E．There are many important flight problems to face.
F．The main problems I faced came from day-to-day life.
G．We make the best use of water and we have enough water to use.
第四部分 词汇运用（共13小题；每小题1分，满分13分）
第一节 根据下列句子所给汉语注释或首字母，在答题卡标有题号的横线上，写出空缺处各单词的正确形式。每空限填一词。
31．People are all amazed at his s . He is not running but flying.
32．—Keep going, Mandy. We almost arrive at the top of the mountain.
—I can’t. I am t out.
33．Are Australian seasons the (相反的) of ours
34．All my classmates went for a picnic last Friday (除了) Amy.
35．—So you think we should sell the house
— . (没错)
36．The noise made sleep i , so I got up and read a book.
37．—Can I borrow your bike
—Sorry, I l it to Joe yesterday.
38．He has (意识到) the importance of learning English well after that.
第二节、选词填空
阅读下面短文，选择方框中单词的正确形式填入答题卡横线上。每空格限填一个单词，每个单词只能填一次。
great grow twenty-one build clean
In the past, our city was small and quiet. There were narrow roads and few tall 39 . Since the 40 century, things have become so different. The city has changed 41 . Wide roads and modern skyscrapers stand everywhere. The environment is 42 and greener. People’s lives are easier with advanced technology. The city is 43 and full of new things. It has become a better place to live than 20 years ago.
第五部分 短文填空（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）
根据短文内容，用括号内所给词的正确时态或形式填空，使短文完整。
Travelling is one of the most important 44 (activity) and people have been 45 (interest) in it for many years. Modern traffic develops fast, so travelling to different places 46 (become) much faster than before during the past few years. Staying healthy while travelling can make your trip happier. But do you know how 47 (keep) healthy during a trip The following information may be 48 (use) to you.
Before 49 (leave), wear comfortable shoes, a hat and sunglasses. Take some necessary medicine with you. They can be used when you get sick or have other problems. Do some exercise for 50 (week) or months before you leave if you plan to do lots of walking or climbing during your trip. Prepare proper (适当的) food. Before you prepare the food, the 51 (one) thing you need to think about is how long you will travel with the food. If you take a long trip, you should bring food such as bread, biscuits and some fruit. They don’t go bad 52 (quick).
While travelling, be sure not to eat dirty food or bad fruit. Have enough time to take a rest during your trip. Tap (水龙头) water is not safe, so drink bottled water and always clean the cover of the bottle. Keep food in good condition (状态). If you take hot food, you should try to keep it hot. For example, you can put it in heavy towels (毛巾). If you need to keep cold food cold, you can put cold food in a box with ice. When you arrive, put cold food in the fridge. Remember 53 (keep) the hot food hot and cold food cold if you travel with them.
第六部分 阅读表达（共3小题；54题2分，55题2分，56题3分，满分7分）
I wanted to take this opportunity to say thank you personally for all the wonderful messages of support and for your understanding.
It has been an incredibly tough couple of months for our entire family. In January, I underwent major abdominal surgery (腹部大手术) in London. The surgery was successful. However, tests after the operation found cancer had been present. My medical team therefore advised that I should undergo a course of preventative chemotherapy (化疗), and I’m now in the early stages of that treatment. This of course came as a huge shock to me and William. It has taken me time to recover from major surgery in order to start my treatment, but most importantly, it has taken us time to explain everything to our children, George, Charlotte and Louis. As I’ve said to them. I am well and getting stronger every day by focusing on the things that will help me heal in my mind, body and spirits. Having William by my side is a great source of comfort and reassurance too, as us the love, support and kindness that has been shown by so many of you. It means so much to us both. We hope that you’ll understand that as a family, we now need some time, space and privacy while I complete my treatment. My work has always brought me a deep sense of joy and I look forward to being back when I am able. But for now, I must focus on making a full recovery.
At this time, I’m also thinking of all those whose lives have been affected by cancer. For everyone facing this disease in whatever form, please do not lose faith or hope. You are not alone.
——From Kate Middleton’s interview
54．What did Kate want to say to the public
55．What did Kate say to her children
56．If someone around you is a cancer, what will you say to him
第七部分 书面表达（共1题；满分25分）
57．旅行，身心在路上，可以拓宽人的眼界；读书，灵魂在路上，让心智成长。值此“世界读书日”及“中国旅游日”之际，你校英语俱乐部正在组织一次主题为“My Body and Soul (心灵) on the Way”的英语征文活动，请根据以下图表内容写一篇短文。
注意事项：
1. 文中不得使用真实的人名、校名等相关信息；
2. 短文须包括所有提示内容，可适当发挥，要求语句通顺，意思连贯；
3. 词数 100 左右，短文开头已写好，不计入总词数；
4. 短文内容必须写在答题卡的指定位置上。
We students should always improve ourselves. Travelling and reading are good for us. Our body and soul must be on the way.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________2024-2025学年八年级下学期期中卷（苏州专用）
英语押题卷
注意事项：
1．本试卷共七大题，满分100分（不含听力口语30分），考试用时100分钟；
2．答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考点名称、考场号、座位号用0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔填写在答题卡相对应的位置上，并认真核对条形码上的准考号、姓名是否与本人的相符合；
3．答选择题必须用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑，如需改动，请用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案；答非选择题必须用0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔写在答题卡指定的位置上，不在答题区域内的答案一律无效，不得用其他笔答题；
4．考生答题必须答在答题卡上，答在试卷和草稿纸上一律无效。
第一部分 完形填空（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）
One summer, Cao Cao was leading his armies in a war against Zhang Xiu. It was really 1 . The burning sun was like a fire, and the sky was cloudless. At noon, the soldiers’ (士兵) clothes were wet 2 , and the speed slowed down.
Seeing that the speed was slower and slower, Cao Cao was very 3 losing the war. But how could they speed up Cao Cao at once called the guide and asked him 4 whether (是否) there was water nearby. The guide shook his head, saying that the water was on 5 side of the mountain. Cao Cao 6 that time didn’t allow (允许) them to do so.
After thinking for a moment, he said to the guide, “Keep quiet. I’ll find our way out.” At that time, it seemed useless to ask his armies to quicken the steps. 7 then, he thought out an idea. He came into the army and said, “Soldiers, I know there is a big forest of plums in front of us. The plums there are big and delicious. Let’s hurry along, and we will reach the forest of 8 .” When the soldiers heard this, they 9 right away. Picturing the delicious plums in their minds, the soldiers felt as if (好像) they were eating the plums themselves.
From this story, we can use “ 10 thirst by watching plums” to refer to (指) “trying to comfort someone by imagination (想象)”.
1．A．cold B．wet C．hot D．cool
2．A．through B．in C．up D．outside
3．A．surprised by B．excited about C．interested in D．afraid of
4．A．quietly B．slowly C．quickly D．loudly
5．A．both B．either C．the other D．other
6．A．made B．realized C．continued D．noticed
7．A．And B．But C．When D．Until
8．A．fruit B．mountains C．water D．plums
9．A．stood up B．made up C．cheered up D．woke up
10．A．using B．keeping C．stopping D．having
【答案】
1．C 2．A 3．D 4．C 5．C 6．B 7．B 8．D 9．C 10．C
【导语】本文主要介绍了“望梅止渴”这个典故。曹操通过想象梅子让士兵们止渴。
1．句意：天气真的很热。
cold寒冷的；wet潮湿的；hot炎热的；cool凉爽的。根据“The burning sun was like a fire, and the sky was cloudless.”可知太阳像火一样，天空无云，所以天气是炎热的，故选C。
2．句意：中午时分，士兵们的衣服都湿透了，行军速度也慢了下来。
through通过，此处“wet through”表示“湿透”；in在……里面；up向上；outside在外面。根据“At noon, the soldiers’ (士兵) clothes were wet…”可知，在中午，战士们的衣服湿透了，故选A。
3．句意：看到行军速度越来越慢，曹操非常害怕输掉这场战争。
surprised by对……感到惊讶；excited about对……感到兴奋；interested in对……感兴趣；afraid of害怕。因为速度慢可能导致输掉战争，所以曹操是害怕输掉战争，故选D。
4．句意：曹操立刻叫来向导，快速地问他附近是否有水。
quietly安静地；slowly缓慢地；quickly快速地；loudly大声地。根据“asked him … whether (是否) there was water nearby.”可知，曹操马上叫来向导，快速地问他是否附近有水，故选C。
5．句意：向导摇了摇头，说水在山的另一边。
both两者都；either两者中的任何一个；the other两者中的另一个（常与one搭配，构成“one...the other...”结构，此处表示山的另一边）；other其他的（后接名词复数）。根据“The guide shook his head, saying that the water was on...side of the mountain.”可知，是山的另一边，故选C。
6．句意：曹操意识到那个时候不允许他们那么做。
made制作；realized意识到；continued继续；noticed注意到。根据“that time didn’t allow (允许) them to do so.”可知，曹操明白当时的情况不允许去山的另一边找水，是意识到这种情况，故选B。
7．句意：在那时，让他的军队加快步伐似乎是没用的。但是然后，他想出了一个主意。
And和，并且；But但是；When当……时候；Until直到。根据“At that time, it seemed useless to ask his armies to quicken the steps. … then, he thought out an idea.”可知，前面说让军队加速没用，后面说想出了主意，前后句是转折关系，故选B。
8．句意：士兵们，我知道在我们前面有一大片梅林。那里的梅子又大又好吃。我们快点走，我们就会到达梅林。
fruit水果；mountains山；water水；plums梅子。根据前文提到了“a big forest of plums”可知，这里是到达梅林，故选D。
9．句意：当士兵们听到这个消息时，他们立刻振作起来。
stood up站起来；made up编造；cheered up振作起来；woke up醒来。因为听到前面有梅子，所以士兵们振作起来了，故选C。
10．句意：从这个故事中，我们可以用“望梅止渴”来指“通过想象来安慰某人”。
using使用；keeping保持；stopping停止；having有。“望梅止渴”是通过想象梅子来止渴，所以是“stopping thirst by watching plums”，故选C。
第二部分 阅读理解（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）
请认真阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Guitar lessons An excellent musician. Good at teaching kids for 5 years. Your home or mine. Call Larry at 86087593. Taxi driver wanted Full time. Experience and good knowledge of the city are necessary. Under 45 years old. Call Mr. White at 75132633 or 13935728866.
Lost dog Medium size, spotted white short hair. Answer you when you call it David. Many thanks for returning it. Call Susan at 87328059. Flat for sale Two bedrooms, a kitchen and a bathroom. Hot water 8:00-18:00. Beautiful sights out of the windows. E-mail: sigfund@.
11．Who can teach children to play the guitar
A．Mr. White. B．David. C．Larry. D．Susan.
12．Which number should you call at if you find the lost dog
A．87328059. B．86087593. C．75132633. D．13935728866.
13．Which of the four people may get the job as a taxi driver
A．A 50-year-old person.
B．A person who can drive and only has free time on weekends.
C．A person who has just got his driver's license.
D．A 40-year-old person who can drive well in the city.
【答案】11．C 12．A 13．D
【导语】本文是关于共四则广告，分别涉及吉他教学、出租车招聘、寻狗启事和公寓出售信息。
11．细节理解题。根据“Guitar lessons An excellent musician. Good at teaching kids for 5 years. Your home or mine. Call Larry at 86087593.”可知，是Larry擅长教孩子弹吉他，并且留下了联系电话。所以可以明确知道能教孩子弹吉他的是Larry。故选C。
12．细节理解题。根据“Lost dog Medium size, spotted white short hair. Answer you when you call it David. Many thanks for returning it. Call Susan at 87328059.”可知，丢失狗的主人是Susan，联系电话是87328059 。所以如果找到了丢失的狗，应该拨打的号码是87328059。故选A。
13．推理判断题。根据“Taxi driver wanted Full time. Experience and good knowledge of the city are necessary. Under 45 years old. Call Mr. White at 75132633 or 13935728866.”可知，出租车司机的招聘要求是全职、有经验且对城市很了解、年龄在 45 岁以下。选项D“40岁，在城市里能够开得很好。” 符合条件。故选D。
B
Many Chinese people live far away from China. They go to other countries to study or work. These people are called “overseas Chinese.” Even though they live in different places, they always miss their homeland. This feeling is called “homesickness.”
Overseas Chinese often say, “You can take the person out of China, but you can’t take China out of the person.” This means that no matter where they go, they always remember their home. They miss their family, friends, and the places they grew up in.
During Chinese festivals like the Spring Festival and the Mid-Autumn Festival, overseas Chinese feel even more homesick. They celebrate these festivals with friends, but they still miss their family back home.
Food is a big part of feeling at home. Overseas Chinese often say, “There’s no place like home,” especially when they think about Chinese food. They miss the taste of their mother’s cooking or the special dishes from their hometown. Sometimes, they go to Chinese restaurants to find a taste of home. They might even learn to cook Chinese food themselves.
Today, it’s easier for overseas Chinese to stay connected with their families back home. They can make video calls and send messages. But they still feel homesick. They say, “A picture is worth a thousand words,” meaning that seeing their family on the screen is not the same as being with them in person.
Many overseas Chinese dream of going back to China one day. They say, “Birds return to their nests, and people return to their roots.” This means that no matter how far they go, they always want to come back to where they came from. Even if they live in another country for a long time, China will always be their true home.
For overseas Chinese, homesickness is not just about missing a place. It’s about missing the people and the culture that make them who they are. They say, “Home is where the heart is,” and their hearts will always be in China.
14．What does the term “overseas Chinese” refer to
A．Chinese people who travel abroad for tourism.
B．Chinese people who live and work in other countries.
C．Chinese people who have never left China.
D．Chinese people who visit other countries for short trips.
15．Why do overseas Chinese sometimes go to Chinese restaurants
A．To meet other Chinese people.
B．To learn how to cook Chinese dishes.
C．To find a taste of home through familiar food.
D．To celebrate Chinese festivals.
16．What does the saying “Birds return to their nests, and people return to their roots” mean
A．People always want to return to where they came from.
B．People should visit their hometowns regularly.
C．People should stay in their hometowns forever.
D．People should build nests like birds.
17．Which is NOT mentioned (提到) as a way overseas Chinese try to stay connected to their homeland
A．Making video calls to family. B．Cooking Chinese food.
C．Visiting Chinese restaurants. D．Writing letters to friends.
【答案】14．B 15．C 16．A 17．D
【导语】本文主要讲述了海外华人无论身处何地，始终心系家乡，思念亲人和故乡的情感故事。
14．词句猜测题。根据“Many Chinese people live far away from China. They go to other countries to study or work. These people are called ‘overseas Chinese.’ ”可知，许多中国人住在远离中国的地方。他们去其他国家学习或工作，这些人被称作“overseas Chinese”。故选B。
15．细节理解题。根据“Sometimes, they go to Chinese restaurants to find a taste of home.”可知，海外华人有时会去中国餐馆是为了寻找家乡的味道。故选C。
16．词句猜测题。根据“This means that no matter how far they go, they always want to come back to where they came from.”可知，这句话的意思是无论他们走了多远，他们总是想回到他们来的地方。故选A。
17．细节理解题。根据“Sometimes, they go to Chinese restaurants to find a taste of home. They might even learn to cook Chinese food themselves.”以及“Today, it’s easier for overseas Chinese to stay connected with their families back home. They can make video calls and send messages.”可知，文中未提到D项“给朋友写信”这一方式。故选D。
C
In the age of rapid technological development, DeepSeek (深度求索) has become a pioneer in artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics (数据分析). It was founded to help industries make intelligent decisions. DeepSeek focuses on creating advanced AI platforms to boost efficiency and productivity in fields like finance (金融), healthcare, education, and logistics.
DeepSeek uses advanced technologies such as machine learning, natural language processing (NLP), and predictive analytics. Its main product, an AI data analysis platform, helps organizations handle large amounts of data in real-time. It can generate useful insights and automate decision-making. For example, in healthcare, DeepSeek’s algorithms (算法) can diagnose (诊断) diseases more accurately. In finance, its tools can predict market trends and reduce risks.
What makes DeepSeek special is its focus on adaptability (适应性) and ethical (伦理) AI. The company tries to create transparent AI models that users can trust. Its “Adaptive Learning Framework” allows systems to change according to new data, staying useful in changing situations.
Since its start, DeepSeek has received much praise. Industry leaders like its ability to turn AI theory into practical uses. A CFO from a big company said it cut their operational costs by 30% and improved forecasting. Healthcare workers also like how it reduces diagnostic errors. But DeepSeek’s success has also started discussions about AI ethics and workforce changes.
In the future, DeepSeek plans to work with educational institutions to train AI talent and start community projects to solve problems like climate change. As its CEO said, they want AI to bring progress, not just profit. DeepSeek shows the bright future of AI, and it’s ready to change the way industries work.
18．DeepSeek was founded ________.
A．to develop new video-game technologies B．to help industries make intelligent decisions
C．to create a social media platform D．to build self-driving cars
19．How does DeepSeek help in the finance field
A．By providing free financial advice to all users.
B．By promoting high-risk investments.
C．By increasing the complexity of financial regulations.
D．By predicting market trends and reducing risks.
20．DeepSeek is special because of ________.
A．its high-cost products that only large companies can afford
B．its focus on adaptability and ethical AI
C．its lack of interest in new technological developments
D．its preference for working alone rather than collaborating
21．What’s the purpose of the passage
A．To introduce something about DeepSeek. B．To explain why DeepSeek is special.
C．To discuss the success of DeepSeek. D．To tell us the future plan of DeepSeek.
【答案】18．B 19．D 20．B 21．A
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了人工智能公司DeepSeek的成立背景、核心技术、应用领域及其未来计划。文章详细描述了DeepSeek如何通过先进的AI技术帮助各行业提升效率，并强调了其在适应性和伦理AI方面的独特之处。
18．细节理解题。根据第一段“It was founded to help industries make intelligent decisions.”可知，DeepSeek的成立是为了帮助行业做出智能决策。故选B。
19．细节理解题。根据第二段“In finance, its tools can predict market trends and reduce risks.”可知，DeepSeek通过预测市场趋势和降低风险来帮助金融领域。故选D。
20．细节理解题。根据第三段“What makes DeepSeek special is its focus on adaptability (适应性) and ethical (伦理) AI.”可知，DeepSeek因其对适应性和伦理AI的关注而与众不同。故选B。
21．主旨大意题。通读全文可知，文章主要介绍了DeepSeek的背景、技术、应用领域及其未来计划。由此可知，本文的目的是介绍DeepSeek的相关内容。故选A。
D
Computers can injure you. Most other injuries happen suddenly. For example, if you fall off a bicycle and break your arm, it happens very quickly. But computer injuries happen slowly.
Your eyes
Too much light can injure your eyes, so never sit too close to a computer screen. Your eyes should be at least 50 centimeters from the screen. Remember to look away from it sometimes. This gives your eyes a rest.
When you use a computer, the window should be on your left or your right. If it is behind you, the light will reflect (反射) on the screen. If the windows are in front of you, the sun and the screen will both shine into your eyes.
Your hands and wrists (手腕)
Hand and wrist injuries can happen because the hands and wrists are moved in the same way hundreds of times. If you use a keyboard for a long time, follow these three rules: 1) Rest your wrists on something. 2) Keep your elbows at the same height as the keyboard. 3) Stop sometimes and exercise your hands, wrists and fingers in a different way.
Your back
Some people sit for many hours in front of a computer. If you sit in a wrong way, you can injure your back or your neck. So you should sit with your back straight. The top part of the screen should be in front of your eyes. Your forearms (前臂), wrists and hands should all be parallel to (与……平衡) the floor. If you are sitting for a long time, get up every 30 minutes and exercise your arms, legs and neck.
Enjoy your computer, but use it safely.
22．The underlined word “injure” means “________”.
A．保护 B．影响 C．伤害 D．帮助
23．To protect your hands and wrists, you should ________.
A．look away from the screen B．rest your wrists on nothing
C．keep your elbows below the height of the keyboard D．stop playing computer sometimes and exercise
24．Which of the following is true
A．Sitting wrongly is only bad for your wrists and fingers.
B．Your eyes should be at the same height as the top part of the screen.
C．You should have a rest every two hours.
D．You should sit in front of a screen and play computer for a long time.
25．Which is the best title of this passage
A．How to Use a Computer Safely B．How to Play Computer Games
C．How to Protect Your Eyes D．Computers Are Very Harmful
【答案】22．C 23．D 24．B 25．A
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了电脑使用过程中对眼睛、手和手腕、背部等部位可能造成的伤害，以及相应的防护措施，来让读者了解如何安全使用电脑。
22．词义猜测题。根据第一段“Most other injuries happen suddenly. For example, if you fall off a bicycle and break your arm, it happens very quickly. But computer injuries happen slowly.”可知，从自行车上摔下来，摔断了胳膊，这种伤害是突然发生的，所以“injury”意为“伤害”；而“injure”与“injury”意思相关，再结合文章内容是在说电脑对人体的不良影响，据此可以推断划线单词“injure”的意思是“伤害”。故选C。
23．细节理解题。根据第四段“Stop sometimes and exercise your hands, wrists and fingers in a different way.”可知，为了保护手和手腕，应该时不时停下来，用不同的方式活动手、手腕和手指。故选D。
24．细节理解题。根据第五段“The top part of the screen should be in front of your eyes.”可知，屏幕的顶部应该在眼睛的前方，即眼睛应该和屏幕顶部保持同一高度。故选B。
25．最佳标题题。综合全文可知，本文主要围绕如何安全使用电脑展开，介绍了使用电脑时对身体各部位的伤害及防护措施；选项A“如何安全使用电脑”符合文章主旨，是最佳标题。故选A。
第三部分 信息还原（共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分）
根据文章内容，从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，其有两个为多余选项。
There was an interview about “My Questions to Taikonauts” on Saturday, April 9. 26 The taikonauts (航天员) ahead of their planned return from space this month answered them.
Kid 1: Hello! My name is Skyla. Where does water come from in space
Ye Guangfu: The water on the space station comes from the earth. However, all the water we use is recycled (回收利用). For example, this bag of water in my hand is recycled. It tastes no different. 27
Kid 2: Hi, my name is Zoey. I think being a taikonaut is so cool. I have two questions.
First, do you exercise in the space station
Zhai Zhigang: We mainly use treadmills (跑台) and bikes. What else do you want to know
Kid 2: 28
Zhai Zhigang: In our spare time, we can call our families and watch TV. What amazes us the most is seeing our beautiful earth through the viewing window.
Kid 3: Hi, I am Anasophia. I’d like to know more about the food you eat in space.
Wang Yaping: The food prepared for us is what we usually eat on Earth. 29 During the long time in space, we celebrated some Chinese festivals and had some Chinese foods, such as dumplings, moon cakes, etc. You should try Chinese food when you have the chance too. It will be a wonderful experience.
Kid 3: What was the biggest problem you faced when you were in space Thank you.
Wang Yaping: 30 For example, we always feel like we are standing when we sleep, so we have to put our hands in a sleeping bag. I am a running lover, and I miss running outdoors on sunny days. Moreover, as a mother, I miss my daughter very much.
A．Out of work, what do you do for fun
B．Here are some questions from students.
C．What’s the most amazing view from space
D．It provides a balanced diet and rich vitamin.
E．There are many important flight problems to face.
F．The main problems I faced came from day-to-day life.
G．We make the best use of water and we have enough water to use.
【答案】26．B 27．G 28．A 29．D 30．F
【导语】本文介绍 了一些外国学生对于宇航员进行的提问以及他们的回答。
26．根据“There was an interview about “My Questions to Taikonauts” on Saturday, April 9.”可知，说的是关于“我对宇航员的问题”的采访，选项B“这里有一些学生的问题。”符合语境。故选B。
27．根据“For example, this bag of water in my hand is recycled. It tastes no different. ”可知，说的是水是回收的，选项G“我们充分利用水，我们有足够的水可以使用。”符合语境。故选G。
28．根据“In our spare time, we can call our families and watch TV. What amazes us the most is seeing our beautiful earth through the viewing window.”可知，说的是我们在空闲时间做的事情，选项A“没有工作，你们做什么消遣？”符合语境。故选A。
29．根据“The food prepared for us is what we usually eat on Earth.”可知，此处提到了食物，选项D“它提供均衡的饮食和丰富的维生素。”符合语境。故选D。
30．根据“What was the biggest problem you faced when you were in space ”可知，应回答遇到的最大问题是什么，选项F“我面临的主要问题来自日常生活。”符合语境。故选F。
第四部分 词汇运用（共13小题；每小题1分，满分13分）
第一节 根据下列句子所给汉语注释或首字母，在答题卡标有题号的横线上，写出空缺处各单词的正确形式。每空限填一词。
31．People are all amazed at his s . He is not running but flying.
【答案】(s)peed
【详解】句意：人们都为他的速度感到惊讶。他不是在奔跑，而是在飞。根据“He is not running but flying.”可知，跑的速度很快，speed“速度”符合句意，故填(s)peed。
32．—Keep going, Mandy. We almost arrive at the top of the mountain.
—I can’t. I am t out.
【答案】(t)ired
【详解】句意：——曼蒂，坚持下去。我们几乎到山顶了。——我不行了。我筋疲力尽了。根据“I can’t”可知，曼蒂无法继续前进了，故此处表示“太累”，作为系动词am的表语，用形容词，be tired out“筋疲力尽”，故填(t)ired。
33．Are Australian seasons the (相反的) of ours
【答案】opposite
【详解】句意：澳大利亚的季节与我们的相反吗？根据汉语提示可知，此处为opposite“相反的”，the opposite of“……的反面”。故填opposite。
34．All my classmates went for a picnic last Friday (除了) Amy.
【答案】except
【详解】句意：上周五，除了Amy，我所有的同学都去野餐了。“除了”用except，介词，强调不包括Amy。故填except。
35．—So you think we should sell the house
— . (没错)
【答案】Exactly
【详解】句意：——所以你认为我们应该卖掉这所房子？——没错。没错，正是：Exactly，在句子中作副词，用于强调赞同对方的观点，起到加强语气的作用。故填Exactly。
36．The noise made sleep i , so I got up and read a book.
【答案】(i)mpossible
【详解】句意：噪音使人无法入睡，所以我起床读了一本书。根据“The noise”和“I got up and read a book”结合首字母提示可知，此处为impossible“不可能的”，表示噪音使人无法入睡。故填(i)mpossible。
37．—Can I borrow your bike
—Sorry, I l it to Joe yesterday.
【答案】(l)ent
【详解】句意：——我可以借你的自行车吗？——对不起，我昨天借给Joe了。根据“Can I borrow your bike...Sorry, I ... it to Joe yesterday.”和首字母可知，你没法借我的自行车，是因为我已经借给Joe了，lend“借出”，且由yesterday可知是一般过去时，用过去式。故填(l)ent。
38．He has (意识到) the importance of learning English well after that.
【答案】realized
【详解】句意：在那之后，他意识到学好英语的重要性。根据汉语提示可知，realize“意识到”，动词，结合“has”可知，此处使用动词过去分词，与has构成现在完成时。故填realized。
第二节、选词填空
阅读下面短文，选择方框中单词的正确形式填入答题卡横线上。每空格限填一个单词，每个单词只能填一次。
great grow twenty-one build clean
In the past, our city was small and quiet. There were narrow roads and few tall 39 . Since the 40 century, things have become so different. The city has changed 41 . Wide roads and modern skyscrapers stand everywhere. The environment is 42 and greener. People’s lives are easier with advanced technology. The city is 43 and full of new things. It has become a better place to live than 20 years ago.
【答案】39．buildings 40．twenty-first 41．greatly 42．cleaner 43．growing
【导语】本文主要讲述了作者所在城市现在和过去的变化。
39．句意：有狭窄的道路和很少的高楼大厦。根据“In the past, our city was small and quiet. There were narrow roads and few tall...”可知，此处介绍建筑设施，build的名词形式building“建筑物”符合语境，few后接名词复数形式。故填buildings。
40．句意：自21世纪以来，情况变得如此不同。根据“Since the...century”可知，空处使用序数词表示顺序，twenty-one的序数词twenty-first“第二十一”符合语境。故填twenty-first。
41．句意：这个城市变化很大。根据“The city has changed...”可知，此处使用great的副词形式greatly“非常，极大地”，修饰动词change，形容变化程度。故填greatly。
42．句意：环境变得更清洁、更环保了。根据“The environment is...and greener”可知，is后接形容词作表语，并列连词and前后形式保持一致，空处使用形容词比较级，clean的比较级形式cleaner“更清洁的”符合语境。故填cleaner。
43．句意：这个城市正在发展，充满了新事物。根据“The city is...and full of new things.”可知，此处使用grow“发展，成长”，表示“城市在发展”，此处使用动词现在分词，与is构成现在进行时。故填growing。
第五部分 短文填空（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）
根据短文内容，用括号内所给词的正确时态或形式填空，使短文完整。
Travelling is one of the most important 44 (activity) and people have been 45 (interest) in it for many years. Modern traffic develops fast, so travelling to different places 46 (become) much faster than before during the past few years. Staying healthy while travelling can make your trip happier. But do you know how 47 (keep) healthy during a trip The following information may be 48 (use) to you.
Before 49 (leave), wear comfortable shoes, a hat and sunglasses. Take some necessary medicine with you. They can be used when you get sick or have other problems. Do some exercise for 50 (week) or months before you leave if you plan to do lots of walking or climbing during your trip. Prepare proper (适当的) food. Before you prepare the food, the 51 (one) thing you need to think about is how long you will travel with the food. If you take a long trip, you should bring food such as bread, biscuits and some fruit. They don’t go bad 52 (quick).
While travelling, be sure not to eat dirty food or bad fruit. Have enough time to take a rest during your trip. Tap (水龙头) water is not safe, so drink bottled water and always clean the cover of the bottle. Keep food in good condition (状态). If you take hot food, you should try to keep it hot. For example, you can put it in heavy towels (毛巾). If you need to keep cold food cold, you can put cold food in a box with ice. When you arrive, put cold food in the fridge. Remember 53 (keep) the hot food hot and cold food cold if you travel with them.
【答案】
44．activities 45． interested 46．has become 47．to keep 48．useful 49．leaving
50．weeks 51．first 52．quickly 53．to keep
【导语】本文介绍了如何在旅行中保持健康的一些建议。
44．句意：旅游是最重要的活动之一。one of+the+最高级+名词复数表示“最……的……之一”。故填activities。
45．句意：人们对它感兴趣已经很多年了。be interested in“对……感兴趣”。故填interested。
46．句意：现代交通发展很快，所以在过去的几年里，到不同的地方旅行变得比以前快得多。根据“during the past few years”可知，此处用现在完成时，其结构是have/has done。此处是动名词作主语，助动词用has。故填has become。
47．句意：但是你知道如何在旅行中保持健康吗？根据“do you know how…”可知，此处用“疑问词+不定式”作宾语。故填to keep。
48．句意：以下信息可能对你有用。空前有be动词，故此处用use的形容词useful作表语。故填useful。
49．句意：离开前，穿舒适的鞋子，戴上帽子和太阳镜。空前有介词before，故空处用动名词作宾语。故填leaving。
50．句意：如果你计划在旅行中进行大量的步行或登山，在出发前几周或几个月做一些运动。根据“…or months”可知，空处应该用名词复数。故填weeks。
51．句意：在你准备食物之前，你需要考虑的第一件事是你要带着这些食物旅行多久。根据空前的“the”可知，空处应该填one的序数词first“第一”。故填first。
52．句意：它们不会很快变质。空处修饰动词短语go bad，应该用quick的副词quickly。故填quickly。
53．句意：如果你和他们一起旅行，记住热的食物要热，冷的食物要冷。remember to do sth.“记得去做某事”。故填to keep。
第六部分 阅读表达（共3小题；54题2分，55题2分，56题3分，满分7分）
I wanted to take this opportunity to say thank you personally for all the wonderful messages of support and for your understanding.
It has been an incredibly tough couple of months for our entire family. In January, I underwent major abdominal surgery (腹部大手术) in London. The surgery was successful. However, tests after the operation found cancer had been present. My medical team therefore advised that I should undergo a course of preventative chemotherapy (化疗), and I’m now in the early stages of that treatment. This of course came as a huge shock to me and William. It has taken me time to recover from major surgery in order to start my treatment, but most importantly, it has taken us time to explain everything to our children, George, Charlotte and Louis. As I’ve said to them. I am well and getting stronger every day by focusing on the things that will help me heal in my mind, body and spirits. Having William by my side is a great source of comfort and reassurance too, as us the love, support and kindness that has been shown by so many of you. It means so much to us both. We hope that you’ll understand that as a family, we now need some time, space and privacy while I complete my treatment. My work has always brought me a deep sense of joy and I look forward to being back when I am able. But for now, I must focus on making a full recovery.
At this time, I’m also thinking of all those whose lives have been affected by cancer. For everyone facing this disease in whatever form, please do not lose faith or hope. You are not alone.
——From Kate Middleton’s interview
54．What did Kate want to say to the public
55．What did Kate say to her children
56．If someone around you is a cancer, what will you say to him
【答案】54．She wanted to say thank you to the public for their support and understanding and hoped they could understand that her family needed some time, space and privacy while she completed her treatment. 55．She told them she was well and getting stronger every day by focusing on the things that would help her heal in her mind, body and spirits. 56．I would say “Please do not lose faith or hope. You are not alone.”
【导语】本文是一篇凯特王妃的采访摘录，主要讲述了她对公众支持的感谢、自己的病情以及对癌症患者的鼓励。
54．根据文章第1段“I wanted to take this opportunity to say thank you personally for all the wonderful messages of support and for your understanding.”和第2段“We hope that you’ll understand that as a family, we now need some time, space and privacy while I complete my treatment.”可知，凯特想对公众说感谢他们的支持与理解，并希望公众理解她治疗期间家人需要时间、空间和隐私。故填She wanted to say thank you to the public for their support and understanding and hoped they could understand that her family needed some time, space and privacy while she completed her treatment.
55．根据文章第2段“As I’ve said to them. I am well and getting stronger every day by focusing on the things that will help me heal in my mind, body and spirits.”可知，凯特对孩子们说自己很好，正一天天变强壮。故填She told them she was well and getting stronger every day by focusing on the things that would help her heal in her mind, body and spirits.
56．根据文章第3段“At this time, I’m also thinking of all those whose lives have been affected by cancer. For everyone facing this disease in whatever form, please do not lose faith or hope. You are not alone.”可知，如果身边有人患癌，可以说“Please do not lose faith or hope. You are not alone.” 故填I would say “Please do not lose faith or hope. You are not alone.”
第七部分 书面表达（共1题；满分25分）
57．旅行，身心在路上，可以拓宽人的眼界；读书，灵魂在路上，让心智成长。值此“世界读书日”及“中国旅游日”之际，你校英语俱乐部正在组织一次主题为“My Body and Soul (心灵) on the Way”的英语征文活动，请根据以下图表内容写一篇短文。
注意事项：
1. 文中不得使用真实的人名、校名等相关信息；
2. 短文须包括所有提示内容，可适当发挥，要求语句通顺，意思连贯；
3. 词数 100 左右，短文开头已写好，不计入总词数；
4. 短文内容必须写在答题卡的指定位置上。
We students should always improve ourselves. Travelling and reading are good for us. Our body and soul must be on the way.
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【答案】例文
We students should always improve ourselves. Travelling and reading are good for us. Our body and soul must be on the way.
Last summer I visited the Palace Museum. I was amazed by the wonderful palaces and those famous works of art. I learned much about China’s history. Travelling is really a fantastic time. Reading is also great fun. When I read my favourite books, I feel relaxed. I am interested in geography books because I can learn more about nature. Last week I read a magazine Chinese National Geography. I learned a lot about places of interest from it.
I think both travelling and reading help us learn more knowledge. Moreover, they can open up a whole new world to us.
【详解】[总体分析]
①题材：本文是一篇材料作文；
②时态：时态为一般过去时和一般现在时；
③提示：写作时注意围绕所给点展开描述，可适当发挥。
[写作步骤]
第一步，介绍旅行的地方，以及自己的所见所得；
第二步，介绍所看的一本书，以及自己的体会；
第三步，书写结语，点名主题。
[亮点词汇]
①works of art 艺术作品
②be interested in 对……感兴趣
[高分句型]
①I am interested in geography books because I can learn more about nature. (because引导的状语从句)
②I think both travelling and reading help us learn more knowledge. (宾语从句)
