2025届高三年级5月教学质量检测
英 语
(考试时间: 120分钟 满分: 150分)
注意事项：
1.答卷前，务必将自己的姓名和座位号填写在答题卡和试卷上。
2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，务必擦净后再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
3.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
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1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面 5 段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What will the man probably do tomorrow
A. Read a book. B. Attend an event. C. Do his project.
2. When does the movie start
A. At 6:30. B. At 7:00. C. At 7:30.
3. What is the woman doing
A. Seeing someone off. B. Playing table games. C. Driving back home.
4. Why does the woman make the call
A. Confirm her order. B. Update delivery address. C. Change telephone number.
5. Where does this conversation most likely take place
A. At home. B. In the classroom. C. On the school bus.
第二节 (共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面 5 段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5 秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5 秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6. What does the woman use to keep the bugs away
A. Plant soap. B. Garlic. C. Lemon.
7. What is the probable relationship between the two speakers
A. Teacher and student. B. Husband and wife. C. Neighbors.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8. What sport does the woman suggest first
A. Basketball. B. Ice skating. C. Skiing.
9. What does the woman say about the ice rink (溜冰场)
A. It’s expensive. B. It’s crowded. C. It’s affordable.
10. What does the man offer to share for their activity
A. Hiking shoes. B. Weather app. C. Knee pads.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
11. Where did the woman go for her holiday
A. The Eiffel Tower in France.
B. A coastal town in Spain.
C. A rural area in Portugal.
12. How did the woman find her way in the unfamiliar place
A. Using digital maps. B. Following traffic signs. C. Referring to the landmarks.
13. How does the man feel about reverse travel in the end
A. Enthusiastic. B. Doubtful. C. Conflicted.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
14. What method helps the school save water
A. Recycling dirty water. B. Collecting rain for plants. C. Reducing watering gardens.
15. How does the school encourage students to participate in environmental activities
A. Class competitions on saving energy.
B. Assigning environment homework.
C. Setting garbage-sorting program.
16. What did the school do about plastic waste
A. Dispose of plastic safely.
B. Ban throwaway plastic items.
C. Reuse all plastic containers.
17. What does the principal suggest at the end of the interview
A. Walking to school daily. B. Cycling together to school. C. Carpooling with classmates.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18. How should you answer “Why us ” according to the speaker
A. List basic company facts.
B Focus on the company's strengths.
C. Match your skills to their needs.
19. Why does the speaker mention the STAR method
A. To impress the interviewers.
B. To help structure answers.
C. To avoid detailed information.
20. What is the speech’s main idea
A. Degree guarantees job offers.
B. First impression matters greatly.
C. Preparation turns interviews into jobs.
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
Blue Light Protection Guidelines
What is blue light
When we look at digital screens, we expose ourselves to large amounts of blue light. This type of exposure isn’t as dangerous as the type of radiation we get from X-rays or ultraviolet light (紫外线), but studies have suggested too much exposure can lead to digital eye strain (疲劳) and retinal (视网膜) damage. In addition, blue light also affects sleep schedules.
What are blue light glasses
Blue-light glasses work to reduce the intensity of short-wavelength light. They are marketed to help with eye strain by blocking blue light, thus improving sleep quality.
Do they work
Will they improve your health The answer is that we don’t know. The current research regarding the impact of blue light on our eyes, as well as the effectiveness of blue-light blocking glasses, has been generally inconclusive. One study suggests blue light glasses may help protect the retina from long-term blue light exposure. However, another study concludes there’s a “lack of high-quality evidence” to support their effectiveness in reducing eye strain, improving sleep quality, or preventing retinal damage.
Usage recommendations
Over-reliance on blue light glasses without breaks may worsen eye strain. Spending days glued to your computer can be hard on your well-being, so be sure to take regular breaks and take care of your health. Notes
If a pair is outside of your budget and you’ re looking for other ways to ease eye strain, try the 20-20-20rule: every 20 minutes spent on a screen, take a break to look at an object 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds.
21. What are blue-light glasses designed to do
A. Block ultraviolet rays completely. B. Prevent long-term retinal damage.
C. Block blue light for eye comfort. D. Improve sleep quality dramatically.
22. How does the author think of the impact of blue-light glasses
A. Supportive. B. Uncertain. C. Unconcerned. D. Enthusiastic.
23. What is the author’s main advice for reducing eye strain
A. Wear blue-light glasses when using screens.
B. Avoid spending too much time on the computer.
C. Combine healthy screen habits with regular breaks.
D. Use the 20-20-20 rule instead of wearing glasses.
B
In a quiet corner of Lahore, Pakistan, stands a small barber shop called Hope & Scissors. It’s a modest place run by Adil Raza, a 42-year-old barber with a warm smile and a heart for his community. Adil offers free haircuts to children from low-income families-with one unique condition: they must read aloud to him. As a father, Adil knows how important reading is for young minds. “I have three children myself,” he says. “I just want kids to experience the power of reading.”
The idea began in 2021 at a local “Back to School” event organized by education volunteers. Adil had been invited to offer free grooming services, but he wanted to add something more. He set up a chair outside and began giving free haircuts to kids who read from storybooks. The idea caught on quickly. Encouraged by the response, Adil turned it into a monthly event at his shop. Soon, word spread across the city. Community members donated books, and a mobile library joined the effort. Local educator Imran Hussain, touched by the project, sent a box of children’s books from his school library.
Hussain, a teacher for over 20 years, praised the idea. “Reading often stops in the summer months. What Adil is doing keeps the habit alive. I haven’t seen anything quite like it.” One single mother of four said the free haircuts saved her money and got her children excited about reading. Ten-year-old Zain, holding his favorite book, said, “Reading feels like traveling with your mind.”
Adil hopes his “Reading Barber” concept will expand to other cities in Pakistan. He imagines barbers proudly displaying signs that say: We support reading here. Despite rising media attention, he remains modest. “When a community comes together, small ideas can grow,” he says.
Adil encourages others, “You don’t need a degree to help children read. Just a chair, a book, and a little time.”
24. Where did Adil first get the idea for his project
A. From low-income families. B. From his three children.
C. From education volunteers. D. From a community event.
25. What is the purpose of paragraph 3
A. To show how people were motivated. B. To present community responses.
C. To highlight mobile libraries’ role. D. To stress reading’s power for kids.
26. What is Adil’s long-term hope for his literacy project
A. To provide free books for children in need.
B. To expand reading efforts to public spaces.
C. To inspire more barbershops to join the cause.
D. To attract more public attention to child literacy.
27. What is the best title for the text
A. A Barber’s Innovative Reading Project
B. From Free Haircuts to Reading Habits
C. How Reading Changed Children’s Lives
D. Free Haircuts Spark a Love of Reading
C
Each year, an estimated 53,000 tourists visit Antarctica, and they could each be unintentionally contributing to the melting of 83 tonnes of snow, according to a new study published in Nature Communications.
The culprit is black carbon, created when fossil (化石) fuels and biomass are burnt. Black carbon settles on the snow, causing it to darken in colour. This increases the absorption of heat from the sun and quickens melting.
Due to its remoteness, Antarctica has a low background level of black-carbon pollution compared to other parts of the world. However, the new study indicates that black carbon from Antarctic tourism and research activities has nevertheless had a notable effect on the icy landscape.
The international research team measured black carbon concentrations in snow collected from 28 sites along a 2,000-kilometre stretch of the northern Antarctic Peninsula. The researchers found that black carbon levels were higher near research facilities and landing sites for tourist ships than at more remote regions of the peninsula.
The study estimates that, in heavily impacted areas, black carbon pollution is causing snowpack to decrease by up to 23 millimetres each year. Altogether, an estimated 4.4 megatonnes per year of snow is melting more quickly in the summer due to the impacts of black carbon from tourism alone — translating to 83 tonnes per visitor. Although these figures are striking, the real impact could be more complex than the data suggest.
“It is likely that local emissions (排放) account for most of the black carbon content in samples collected around research facilities and popular shore tourist-landing sites,” the paper states.
Ships, aero planes, helicopters, generators and trucks are known sources of black carbon that can settle on snow. The study authors suggest that tourist cruises (巡航) and fuel-powered equipment at scientific research stations are likely the largest sources of black-carbon pollution in the study area. That’s despite efforts in recent years to reduce the environmental footprint of Antarctic tourism, such as switching to marine diesel (船用柴油) or deep cycle battery power.
“Our results show that more remains to be done to reduce the impacts of tourism and ships in Antarctica,” the authors write.
28. What does the underlined word “culprit” in paragraph 2 mean
A. Main cause. B. Harmful gas. C. Useful energy. D. Unexpected result.
29. How is black carbon produced in Antarctica
A. From winds blowing in foreign dust.
B. From volcanic activities under the ice.
C. From natural changes in temperature.
D. From fuel use in tourism and research.
30. What do the figures in paragraph 5 most likely imply
A. They exactly show each visitor’s carbon footprint.
B. The impact of human activity may be underestimated.
C. They suggest that Antarctica tourism should be banned.
D. The data may overstate the snowpack melting problem.
31. What do the authors think of current environmental efforts in Antarctica
A. They still show limited effect. B. They paint a rosy picture.
C. They are a drop in the bucket. D. They boost Antarctica tourism.
D
Electric vehicles (EV) are a key component of the global shift toward sustainable energy, but a new study highlights a significant challenge: the refining (提纯) of critical minerals for EV batteries could lead to pollution hotspots near manufacturing centers.
The study reveals that fully domesticating the supply chains for EV production could drive national sulfur dioxide (SO ) emissions up by as much as 20% compared to current levels. Most of these emissions would stem from the refining and production of nickel and cobalt (镍和钴), essential materials for modern EV batteries.
The researchers argued that if left unaddressed, pollution from battery manufacturing will become an increasingly global challenge as EV adoption rates rise. Even if some countries were to outsource battery manufacturing, without strategies to reduce SO emissions, they would simply be offloading the problem to another country.
For countries like India who is in the early stages of supply chain development, the lowest-hanging fruit would be to focus first on cleaning up pollution from the power sector. This would require enforcing stricter SO pollution control measures for thermal power plants, using mature technologies like flue-gas desulfurization. For others, which already have strict emissions control s for the power sector, the focus needs to shift to mitigating SO emissions from the battery manufacturing process.
In addition to their policy recommendation for proactive air pollution standards, which would likely happen at the national or subnational level, the researchers also examined how changing the battery chemistry in EV could avoid unwanted SO emissions at a more global scale. While most EV batteries today rely on cobalt and nickel, the rise of alternative chemistries that use iron and phosphate (磷酸铁锂电池) could circumvent some of the concerns associated with mining and refining nickel and cobalt.
In all events, the findings serve as a reminder to keep people at the top of mind when designing decarbonization plans, as even the most promising technologies could come with unwanted and unintended consequences.
32. Why does the author write the text
A. To compare different types of EV batteries.
B. To warn about the pollution risk from EV batteries.
C. To call for global cooperation in EV development.
D. To explain why EV development has slowed down.
33. What would happen if EV battery manufacturing were fully domestic
A. It would promote the national economy.
B. It would speed up EV battery production.
C. It would boost nickel and cobalt refining.
D. It would cause more domestic SO emissions.
34. Why does the author mention India in the passage
A. To criticize India's current emission control measures.
B. To suggest that developing countries face pollution risks.
C. To show that countries need tailored pollution strategies.
D. To illustrate India's progress in supply chain development.
35. How does the author feel about promising green technologies like EVs
A. Cautiously optimistic about their future.
B. Fully confident in their economic benefits.
C. Disappointed in their environmental impact.
D. Deeply alarmed by their potential side effects.
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。
Journalism is the gathering, organizing, and distribution (发行) of news through the wide variety of print and non-print media channels. ____36____ The earliest reference to a journalistic product comes from Rome circa 59 B. C., when news was recorded in a circular called the Acta Diurna.
It should come as no surprise that the earliest attempts to keep the public informed were met with government opposition in many cases. ____37____ Because of this, along with the introduction of technology that improved printing and circulation (流通), newspaper publications saw their numbers explode.
____38____ Its earliest form was such properly named periodicals (定期期刊) as the Tattler and Spectator. Both were initial attempts to marry articles of opinions with current events, and by the 1830s, magazines were common mass-circulated periodicals that appealed to a broader audience.
Time passed, and the cost of news gathering increased dramatically. Slowly, news agencies formed to replace independent publishers. However, the print media was soon about to face an entirely new form of news gathering — first, with the invention of the telegraph, then quickly followed by the radio, the television, and mass broadcasting. ____39____
Non-print media changed the dynamics of news gathering and reporting altogether. It sped up the whole process, making the news, itself, more timely and relevant. Soon, technology became an essential part of journalism, even if the ultimate product was in print form. Today, the Internet delivers breaking news to almost everyone globally at the same time. ____40____ It will likely be the standard for the future.
A. Journalism has a lot to do with technology.
B. It is not a recent phenomenon, by any means.
C. This has created a new model of journalism once again.
D. Each breakthrough in communication reshaped news sharing.
E. But knowledge among the population, as a whole, was growing.
F. Magazines became widespread soon after newspapers appeared.
G. It was an evolution of technology that seemed all but unavoidable.
第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的 A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Throughout elementary school I did everything to achieve my highest self. While enjoying time with family and friends, I worked hard to shine ___41___. When in Grade 5, I lost my grandma. I was old enough to learn that some lives are cut ___42___ and there will always come a day everyone has to leave.
___43___, I thought I could handle it on my own. To shift my focus from the pain, I joined many groups and clubs, believing that staying ___44___ would help me move on. I thought this would help me ___45___ this hard time. However, it took me 2 years to realize what I needed wasn’t a(n) ___46___ , but the time to talk to someone about my feelings. Writing then became my new ___47___, allowing me to express emotions and let things go without ___48___ anyone else. Yet, when I finally spoke to a counselor (顾问), I understood some feelings need ___49___, not just written down. Family members, teachers, and counselors are just the people you can ___50___.
Loss and hardship are ___51___, and everyone faces moments of ___52___. But no pain, fear or hardship should keep you from reaching your ___53___. The truth is, healing takes ___54___, and along the way, you may come to realize that your ___55___ in life is greater than you once thought. Life goes on—and so should you.
41. A. socially B. logically C. politically D. academically
42. A. deep B. wide C. short D. long
43. A. Initially B. Naturally C. Sorrowfully D. Confidently
44. A. calm B. awake C. motivated D. occupied
45. A. check through B. get through C. put off D. make for
46. A. escape B. treat C. honor D. break
47. A. manners B. philosophy C. channel D. skill
48. A. blaming B. troubling C. questioning D. pleasing
49. A. sharing B. analyzing C. tackling D. explaining
50. A. follow B. call on C. understand D. turn to
51. A. irregular B. disconnected C. unavoidable D. impossible
52. A. violence B. compromise C. regret D. struggle
53. A. audience B. potential C. conclusion D. level
54. A. practice B. courage C. time D. price
55. A. purpose B. gift C. status D. journey
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。
In the 1960s, Saihanba faced extreme conditions: freezing cold, strong winds, desertification, and little rainfall. Heavy snow often isolated the area, leaving builders ___56___ (lack) basic necessities like food and housing.
Yet, it was in these challenges that the inspiring story “Six Girls Going to Saihanba”___57___ (spring)from the first generation of builders. Chen Yanxian and five classmates, ___58___ (inspire) by national role models, gave up college dreams to work there. Their choice was clear: pursue ___59___ (high) education in cities or devote themselves to reclaiming the wilderness-they chose the latter. Their determination led to ___60___ green miracle: turning deserts into forests. Now in her 80s, Chen still vividly remembers planting small trees, which ___61___ (grow) into towering ones.
The first generation faced harsh conditions ___62___ regret. Families also contributed — couples lived in the remote watchtowers for months every year, and used binoculars (双筒望远镜) ___63___ ( prevent) fires. Thanks to their efforts, Saihanba’s forests remained fire-free for over 50 years.
Later generations continued the spirit, among ___64___ was Yu Shitao. His decision to stay after graduating in 2005 came with initial struggles. He led tree variety ___65___ (improve) and developed a forest model suited to Saihanba. The devotion of three generations proves collective strength can heal nature.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
66. 假定你是李华，你校英文报正在举行主题为“Embracing Traditions, Shaping the Future”的征文活动，请你写一篇短文投稿，内容包括：
1.介绍你熟悉的一项中国传统文化；2.谈谈它的现代意义。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80个左右；2.段文的题目和首句已为你写好。
Embracing Traditions, Shaping the Future
Traditional Chinese culture connects who we were with who we are becoming.
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第二节(满分25分)
67. 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’m not known to be a particularly lucky person. Raffles (抽奖), t-shirt cannons, radio calls, random roommate selections — none of these ever seem to work out in my favor. But my fortune seemed to hit an all-time low last Monday.
The day started nice enough. I went to work, got off at five and decided to head to the beach. It was sweltering hot, and I knew the cool waters of Lake Michigan would help wash away my sweat. The first sign of trouble was when my cellphone navigation stopped working properly and showed the wrong directions. I was new to the area and didn’t quite know my way around yet, so I ended up taking a wrong turn and driving through a web of neighborhoods, turning a 10-minute drive into a 40-minute one.
But fine, I get lost often. I made it to the beach eventually. Took a quick dip in the water, had a bite of the butter paneer I had picked up earlier. I made it back to my car, pulling some clothes out to change into. As I headed to the restroom, I realized I had forgotten a shirt. So I walked back, tugged on the handle and realized with horror that my keys were sitting in the passenger seat of my car.
I called AAA (American Automobile Association). As it turns out, I don’t have an AAA membership. I called my parents and they anxiously tried to figure out how to add me to their card, while my phone battery was at 21% and dropping.
I called AAA again, and they informed me that they would be there in about an hour and a half, which seemed like a long time as I sat on top of the trunk of my car. The sun was lowering in the sky and the parking lot was emptying out. I heard thunder, and I saw people exiting the beach at an increasing rate. When I checked my weather app, I saw an alarming update: a heat advisory (预警), a 100% chance of a lightning storm, and a tornado warning.
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。
Fearful and alone, I stood frozen as thunder rolled closer.
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The kind lady drove me through the pounding rain toward a nearby Starbucks.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________2025届高三年级5月教学质量检测
英 语
(考试时间: 120分钟 满分: 150分)
注意事项：
1.答卷前，务必将自己的姓名和座位号填写在答题卡和试卷上。
2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，务必擦净后再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
3.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
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1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面 5 段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What will the man probably do tomorrow
A. Read a book. B. Attend an event. C. Do his project.
【答案】B
【原文】W: Are you going to the book fair tomorrow
M: Of course I won’t miss it. My favorite writer is going to recommend a new book then.
W: But I thought you might be too tired from working on your history project tonight.
2. When does the movie start
A. At 6:30. B. At 7:00. C. At 7:30.
【答案】C
【原文】M: The head waiter said there are still 30 minutes before we can get a table.
W: Well, the movie starts in an hour. We’d be rushing our meal. It’s 6:30 after all.
M: True. Let’s grab a bite while walking to the cinema.
3. What is the woman doing
A. Seeing someone off. B. Playing table games. C. Driving back home.
【答案】A
【原文】M: Thanks for having me over! The pizza was delicious, and I loved playing your new table game.
W: We should definitely have another game night soon.
M: Absolutely! I’ll text you when I get home.
W: No problem. Be safe driving back!
4. Why does the woman make the call
A. Confirm her order. B. Update delivery address. C. Change telephone number.
【答案】B
【原文】W: Hi, I’d like to have my order delivered to 25 Sunshine Street instead of 15 Park Road. The order number is 5899.
M: Got it! Your beef noodles and spring rolls will arrive in 30 minutes.
5. Where does this conversation most likely take place
A. At home. B. In the classroom. C. On the school bus.
【答案】A
【原文】W: The school bus is coming! But I can’t find my math textbook! Dad, did you see it
M: Check your backpack’s side pocket And don’t forget your lunchbox is on the kitchen counter!
第二节 (共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面 5 段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5 秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5 秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6. What does the woman use to keep the bugs away
A. Plant soap. B. Garlic. C. Lemon.
7. What is the probable relationship between the two speakers
A. Teacher and student. B. Husband and wife. C. Neighbors.
【答案】6. A 7. C
【原文】M: Your flowers look amazing! How do you keep the bugs away
W: I use plant soap weekly. It really helps.
M: I might try that. My balcony plants attract tiny bugs.
W: Try adding some garlic or lemon nearby — bugs hate them.
M: Great tip! Is that sweet smell from your yard
W: Yes! My white roses are blooming like crazy. I can give you some.
M: That’s so kind. By the way, Emma keeps asking to visit your cat.
W: Haha, tell her Snowball misses her!
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8. What sport does the woman suggest first
A. Basketball. B. Ice skating. C. Skiing.
9. What does the woman say about the ice rink (溜冰场)
A. It’s expensive. B. It’s crowded. C. It’s affordable.
10. What does the man offer to share for their activity
A. Hiking shoes. B. Weather app. C. Knee pads.
【答案】8. B 9. C 10. C
【原文】M: Hey, what do you plan to do after the basketball training session I was thinking of trying something active.
W: Actually, I was considering something new, like ice skating. I heard the new rink near the mall just opened and they charge quite reasonably. Have you been there already
M: Not yet. But I heard unlike skiing, it’s rather easy to pick up. Do you want to get together next week
W: Sure! And if the weather’s nice, we could also try hiking at Sunshine Trail — all you need is a pair of good hiking shoes.
M: Great idea! Let’s check the weather app for this weekend. Oh, and I can lend you my knee pads if we go skating!
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
11. Where did the woman go for her holiday
A. The Eiffel Tower in France.
B. A coastal town in Spain.
C. A rural area in Portugal.
12. How did the woman find her way in the unfamiliar place
A. Using digital maps. B. Following traffic signs. C. Referring to the landmarks.
13. How does the man feel about reverse travel in the end
A. Enthusiastic. B. Doubtful. C. Conflicted.
【答案】11. C 12. A 13. A
【原文】M: Hey, how was your holiday I went to Paris — so crowded! The Eiffel Tower line took 3 hours!
W: Luckily, I canceled the trip to Spain and visited a small village in Portugal. Quiet beaches, light traffic and cheap homemade food.
M: But isn’t it boring No famous landmarks
W: We hiked through olive groves, learned pottery from locals — way more fun than taking selfies!
M: What about shopping Big cities have better stores.
W: The village market had unique handmade crafts. My scarf cost five euros.
M: Weren’t you worried about getting lost
W: Map apps worked fine! Plus, people were super helpful — they even invited us for dinner!
M: Hmm…what about accommodation
W: We stayed in a family-run guesthouse. Clean, cozy, and only 30 euros a night!
M: Okay, you’ve convinced me. Next trip, I’ll try “reverse travel” too!
W: Great! Let’s pick a hidden spot together — no crowds, just real adventures!
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
14. What method helps the school save water
A. Recycling dirty water. B. Collecting rain for plants. C. Reducing watering gardens.
15. How does the school encourage students to participate in environmental activities
A. Class competitions on saving energy.
B. Assigning environment homework.
C. Setting garbage-sorting program.
16. What did the school do about plastic waste
A. Dispose of plastic safely.
B. Ban throwaway plastic items.
C. Reuse all plastic containers.
17. What does the principal suggest at the end of the interview
A. Walking to school daily. B. Cycling together to school. C. Carpooling with classmates.
【答案】14. B 15. A 16. B 17. A
【原文】W: Principal Lee, your school won a Green Campus Award. What eco-friendly features are you most proud of
M: Two key initiatives: our solar-paneled classrooms that cut energy use by 40%, and the rainwater harvesting system for watering gardens.
W: Impressive! How do you involve students in these projects
M: Through our Green Guardian program — each class maintains recycling stations and tracks monthly energy savings competitively.
W: What about school lunches I see no plastic bottles in the lunchroom. How
M: We stop using plastic. Students bring washable lunch boxes and the kitchen uses paper packaging that breaks down naturally.
W: Are there any cost challenges
M: Solar panels cost much at first, but now we save enough money yearly to help needy students. We’ve also reinvested part of the savings into building a native plant garden and hosting seasonal workshops for parents.
W: Last question — what easy green idea should every school try
M: Walk to School Day every week! It makes less car use. You don’t even need a bike. Everybody loves it! Plus, it builds a stronger sense of community when students and families walk together.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18. How should you answer “Why us ” according to the speaker
A. List basic company facts.
B Focus on the company's strengths.
C. Match your skills to their needs.
19. Why does the speaker mention the STAR method
A. To impress the interviewers.
B. To help structure answers.
C. To avoid detailed information.
20. What is the speech’s main idea
A. Degree guarantees job offers.
B. First impression matters greatly.
C. Preparation turns interviews into jobs.
【答案】18. C 19. B 20. C
【原文】M: Graduates, listen up. Your degree helps you get an interview. But getting the job depends on how well you prepare. First, learn about the company. Don’t just look at their website. Read their news, find out their problems, and think about how your skills can help them. If they ask “Why us ”, your answer should show you really know the company. Second, use the STAR method to answer questions. That means: Situation, Task, Action, and Result. Don’t just say, “I work well in teams.” Say something like, “In my internship, our team was behind schedule. I started daily meetings, and we finished early.” The more details, the better. Third, dress properly. Wear something one level more formal than the company style. If they wear jeans, you should wear a suit. Finally, ask good questions. For example, “What does success mean in this job ” or “How do you help your workers grow ” These show you’re thinking about the future.
Remember, an interview is a two-way talk. You’re also seeing if the job is right for you. Don’t rely on luck. Prepare well, and you’ll do great!
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
Blue Light Protection Guidelines
What is blue light
When we look at digital screens, we expose ourselves to large amounts of blue light. This type of exposure isn’t as dangerous as the type of radiation we get from X-rays or ultraviolet light (紫外线), but studies have suggested too much exposure can lead to digital eye strain (疲劳) and retinal (视网膜) damage. In addition, blue light also affects sleep schedules.
What are blue light glasses
Blue-light glasses work to reduce the intensity of short-wavelength light. They are marketed to help with eye strain by blocking blue light, thus improving sleep quality.
Do they work
Will they improve your health The answer is that we don’t know. The current research regarding the impact of blue light on our eyes, as well as the effectiveness of blue-light blocking glasses, has been generally inconclusive. One study suggests blue light glasses may help protect the retina from long-term blue light exposure. However, another study concludes there’s a “lack of high-quality evidence” to support their effectiveness in reducing eye strain, improving sleep quality, or preventing retinal damage.
Usage recommendations
Over-reliance on blue light glasses without breaks may worsen eye strain. Spending days glued to your computer can be hard on your well-being, so be sure to take regular breaks and take care of your health. Notes
If a pair is outside of your budget and you’ re looking for other ways to ease eye strain, try the 20-20-20rule: every 20 minutes spent on a screen, take a break to look at an object 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds.
21. What are blue-light glasses designed to do
A. Block ultraviolet rays completely. B. Prevent long-term retinal damage.
C. Block blue light for eye comfort. D. Improve sleep quality dramatically.
22. How does the author think of the impact of blue-light glasses
A. Supportive. B. Uncertain. C. Unconcerned. D. Enthusiastic.
23. What is the author’s main advice for reducing eye strain
A. Wear blue-light glasses when using screens.
B. Avoid spending too much time on the computer.
C. Combine healthy screen habits with regular breaks.
D. Use the 20-20-20 rule instead of wearing glasses.
【答案】21. C 22. B 23. C
B
In a quiet corner of Lahore, Pakistan, stands a small barber shop called Hope & Scissors. It’s a modest place run by Adil Raza, a 42-year-old barber with a warm smile and a heart for his community. Adil offers free haircuts to children from low-income families-with one unique condition: they must read aloud to him. As a father, Adil knows how important reading is for young minds. “I have three children myself,” he says. “I just want kids to experience the power of reading.”
The idea began in 2021 at a local “Back to School” event organized by education volunteers. Adil had been invited to offer free grooming services, but he wanted to add something more. He set up a chair outside and began giving free haircuts to kids who read from storybooks. The idea caught on quickly. Encouraged by the response, Adil turned it into a monthly event at his shop. Soon, word spread across the city. Community members donated books, and a mobile library joined the effort. Local educator Imran Hussain, touched by the project, sent a box of children’s books from his school library.
Hussain, a teacher for over 20 years, praised the idea. “Reading often stops in the summer months. What Adil is doing keeps the habit alive. I haven’t seen anything quite like it.” One single mother of four said the free haircuts saved her money and got her children excited about reading. Ten-year-old Zain, holding his favorite book, said, “Reading feels like traveling with your mind.”
Adil hopes his “Reading Barber” concept will expand to other cities in Pakistan. He imagines barbers proudly displaying signs that say: We support reading here. Despite rising media attention, he remains modest. “When a community comes together, small ideas can grow,” he says.
Adil encourages others, “You don’t need a degree to help children read. Just a chair, a book, and a little time.”
24. Where did Adil first get the idea for his project
A. From low-income families. B. From his three children.
C. From education volunteers. D. From a community event.
25. What is the purpose of paragraph 3
A. To show how people were motivated. B. To present community responses.
C. To highlight mobile libraries’ role. D. To stress reading’s power for kids.
26. What is Adil’s long-term hope for his literacy project
A. To provide free books for children in need.
B. To expand reading efforts to public spaces.
C. To inspire more barbershops to join the cause.
D. To attract more public attention to child literacy.
27. What is the best title for the text
A. A Barber’s Innovative Reading Project
B. From Free Haircuts to Reading Habits
C. How Reading Changed Children’s Lives
D. Free Haircuts Spark a Love of Reading
【答案】24. D 25. B 26. C 27. D
C
Each year, an estimated 53,000 tourists visit Antarctica, and they could each be unintentionally contributing to the melting of 83 tonnes of snow, according to a new study published in Nature Communications.
The culprit is black carbon, created when fossil (化石) fuels and biomass are burnt. Black carbon settles on the snow, causing it to darken in colour. This increases the absorption of heat from the sun and quickens melting.
Due to its remoteness, Antarctica has a low background level of black-carbon pollution compared to other parts of the world. However, the new study indicates that black carbon from Antarctic tourism and research activities has nevertheless had a notable effect on the icy landscape.
The international research team measured black carbon concentrations in snow collected from 28 sites along a 2,000-kilometre stretch of the northern Antarctic Peninsula. The researchers found that black carbon levels were higher near research facilities and landing sites for tourist ships than at more remote regions of the peninsula.
The study estimates that, in heavily impacted areas, black carbon pollution is causing snowpack to decrease by up to 23 millimetres each year. Altogether, an estimated 4.4 megatonnes per year of snow is melting more quickly in the summer due to the impacts of black carbon from tourism alone — translating to 83 tonnes per visitor. Although these figures are striking, the real impact could be more complex than the data suggest.
“It is likely that local emissions (排放) account for most of the black carbon content in samples collected around research facilities and popular shore tourist-landing sites,” the paper states.
Ships, aero planes, helicopters, generators and trucks are known sources of black carbon that can settle on snow. The study authors suggest that tourist cruises (巡航) and fuel-powered equipment at scientific research stations are likely the largest sources of black-carbon pollution in the study area. That’s despite efforts in recent years to reduce the environmental footprint of Antarctic tourism, such as switching to marine diesel (船用柴油) or deep cycle battery power.
“Our results show that more remains to be done to reduce the impacts of tourism and ships in Antarctica,” the authors write.
28. What does the underlined word “culprit” in paragraph 2 mean
A. Main cause. B. Harmful gas. C. Useful energy. D. Unexpected result.
29. How is black carbon produced in Antarctica
A. From winds blowing in foreign dust.
B. From volcanic activities under the ice.
C. From natural changes in temperature.
D. From fuel use in tourism and research.
30. What do the figures in paragraph 5 most likely imply
A. They exactly show each visitor’s carbon footprint.
B. The impact of human activity may be underestimated.
C. They suggest that Antarctica tourism should be banned.
D. The data may overstate the snowpack melting problem.
31. What do the authors think of current environmental efforts in Antarctica
A. They still show limited effect. B. They paint a rosy picture.
C. They are a drop in the bucket. D. They boost Antarctica tourism.
【答案】28. A 29. D 30. B 31. A
D
Electric vehicles (EV) are a key component of the global shift toward sustainable energy, but a new study highlights a significant challenge: the refining (提纯) of critical minerals for EV batteries could lead to pollution hotspots near manufacturing centers.
The study reveals that fully domesticating the supply chains for EV production could drive national sulfur dioxide (SO ) emissions up by as much as 20% compared to current levels. Most of these emissions would stem from the refining and production of nickel and cobalt (镍和钴), essential materials for modern EV batteries.
The researchers argued that if left unaddressed, pollution from battery manufacturing will become an increasingly global challenge as EV adoption rates rise. Even if some countries were to outsource battery manufacturing, without strategies to reduce SO emissions, they would simply be offloading the problem to another country.
For countries like India who is in the early stages of supply chain development, the lowest-hanging fruit would be to focus first on cleaning up pollution from the power sector. This would require enforcing stricter SO pollution control measures for thermal power plants, using mature technologies like flue-gas desulfurization. For others, which already have strict emissions control s for the power sector, the focus needs to shift to mitigating SO emissions from the battery manufacturing process.
In addition to their policy recommendation for proactive air pollution standards, which would likely happen at the national or subnational level, the researchers also examined how changing the battery chemistry in EV could avoid unwanted SO emissions at a more global scale. While most EV batteries today rely on cobalt and nickel, the rise of alternative chemistries that use iron and phosphate (磷酸铁锂电池) could circumvent some of the concerns associated with mining and refining nickel and cobalt.
In all events, the findings serve as a reminder to keep people at the top of mind when designing decarbonization plans, as even the most promising technologies could come with unwanted and unintended consequences.
32. Why does the author write the text
A. To compare different types of EV batteries.
B. To warn about the pollution risk from EV batteries.
C. To call for global cooperation in EV development.
D. To explain why EV development has slowed down.
33. What would happen if EV battery manufacturing were fully domestic
A. It would promote the national economy.
B. It would speed up EV battery production.
C. It would boost nickel and cobalt refining.
D. It would cause more domestic SO emissions.
34. Why does the author mention India in the passage
A. To criticize India's current emission control measures.
B. To suggest that developing countries face pollution risks.
C. To show that countries need tailored pollution strategies.
D. To illustrate India's progress in supply chain development.
35. How does the author feel about promising green technologies like EVs
A. Cautiously optimistic about their future.
B. Fully confident in their economic benefits.
C. Disappointed in their environmental impact.
D. Deeply alarmed by their potential side effects.
【答案】32. B 33. D 34. C 35. A
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。
Journalism is the gathering, organizing, and distribution (发行) of news through the wide variety of print and non-print media channels. ____36____ The earliest reference to a journalistic product comes from Rome circa 59 B. C., when news was recorded in a circular called the Acta Diurna.
It should come as no surprise that the earliest attempts to keep the public informed were met with government opposition in many cases. ____37____ Because of this, along with the introduction of technology that improved printing and circulation (流通), newspaper publications saw their numbers explode.
____38____ Its earliest form was such properly named periodicals (定期期刊) as the Tattler and Spectator. Both were initial attempts to marry articles of opinions with current events, and by the 1830s, magazines were common mass-circulated periodicals that appealed to a broader audience.
Time passed, and the cost of news gathering increased dramatically. Slowly, news agencies formed to replace independent publishers. However, the print media was soon about to face an entirely new form of news gathering — first, with the invention of the telegraph, then quickly followed by the radio, the television, and mass broadcasting. ____39____
Non-print media changed the dynamics of news gathering and reporting altogether. It sped up the whole process, making the news, itself, more timely and relevant. Soon, technology became an essential part of journalism, even if the ultimate product was in print form. Today, the Internet delivers breaking news to almost everyone globally at the same time. ____40____ It will likely be the standard for the future.
A. Journalism has a lot to do with technology.
B. It is not a recent phenomenon, by any means.
C. This has created a new model of journalism once again.
D. Each breakthrough in communication reshaped news sharing.
E. But knowledge among the population, as a whole, was growing.
F. Magazines became widespread soon after newspapers appeared.
G. It was an evolution of technology that seemed all but unavoidable.
【答案】36. B 37. E 38. F 39. D 40. C
第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的 A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Throughout elementary school I did everything to achieve my highest self. While enjoying time with family and friends, I worked hard to shine ___41___. When in Grade 5, I lost my grandma. I was old enough to learn that some lives are cut ___42___ and there will always come a day everyone has to leave.
___43___, I thought I could handle it on my own. To shift my focus from the pain, I joined many groups and clubs, believing that staying ___44___ would help me move on. I thought this would help me ___45___ this hard time. However, it took me 2 years to realize what I needed wasn’t a(n) ___46___ , but the time to talk to someone about my feelings. Writing then became my new ___47___, allowing me to express emotions and let things go without ___48___ anyone else. Yet, when I finally spoke to a counselor (顾问), I understood some feelings need ___49___, not just written down. Family members, teachers, and counselors are just the people you can ___50___.
Loss and hardship are ___51___, and everyone faces moments of ___52___. But no pain, fear or hardship should keep you from reaching your ___53___. The truth is, healing takes ___54___, and along the way, you may come to realize that your ___55___ in life is greater than you once thought. Life goes on—and so should you.
41. A. socially B. logically C. politically D. academically
42. A. deep B. wide C. short D. long
43. A. Initially B. Naturally C. Sorrowfully D. Confidently
44. A. calm B. awake C. motivated D. occupied
45. A. check through B. get through C. put off D. make for
46. A. escape B. treat C. honor D. break
47. A. manners B. philosophy C. channel D. skill
48. A. blaming B. troubling C. questioning D. pleasing
49. A. sharing B. analyzing C. tackling D. explaining
50. A. follow B. call on C. understand D. turn to
51. A. irregular B. disconnected C. unavoidable D. impossible
52. A. violence B. compromise C. regret D. struggle
53. A. audience B. potential C. conclusion D. level
54. A. practice B. courage C. time D. price
55. A. purpose B. gift C. status D. journey
【答案】41. D 42. C 43. A 44. D 45. B 46. A 47. C 48. B 49. A 50. D 51. C 52. D 53. B 54. C 55. A
【解析】
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。
In the 1960s, Saihanba faced extreme conditions: freezing cold, strong winds, desertification, and little rainfall. Heavy snow often isolated the area, leaving builders ___56___ (lack) basic necessities like food and housing.
Yet, it was in these challenges that the inspiring story “Six Girls Going to Saihanba”___57___ (spring)from the first generation of builders. Chen Yanxian and five classmates, ___58___ (inspire) by national role models, gave up college dreams to work there. Their choice was clear: pursue ___59___ (high) education in cities or devote themselves to reclaiming the wilderness-they chose the latter. Their determination led to ___60___ green miracle: turning deserts into forests. Now in her 80s, Chen still vividly remembers planting small trees, which ___61___ (grow) into towering ones.
The first generation faced harsh conditions ___62___ regret. Families also contributed — couples lived in the remote watchtowers for months every year, and used binoculars (双筒望远镜) ___63___ ( prevent) fires. Thanks to their efforts, Saihanba’s forests remained fire-free for over 50 years.
Later generations continued the spirit, among ___64___ was Yu Shitao. His decision to stay after graduating in 2005 came with initial struggles. He led tree variety ___65___ (improve) and developed a forest model suited to Saihanba. The devotion of three generations proves collective strength can heal nature.
【答案】56. lacking
57. sprang 58. inspired
59. higher 60. a
61. have grown
62. without
63. to prevent
64. whom 65. improvement
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
66. 假定你是李华，你校英文报正在举行主题为“Embracing Traditions, Shaping the Future”的征文活动，请你写一篇短文投稿，内容包括：
1.介绍你熟悉的一项中国传统文化；2.谈谈它的现代意义。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80个左右；2.段文的题目和首句已为你写好。
Embracing Traditions, Shaping the Future
Traditional Chinese culture connects who we were with who we are becoming.
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【答案】
Embracing Traditions, Shaping the Future
Traditional Chinese culture connects who we were with who we are becoming. Among all the traditions, the Spring Festival, which is the most important festival in China, has always held a special place in my heart. The Spring Festival is a time when families gather together.
Today, the Spring Festival still plays a vital role. It reminds us of the importance of family, no matter how busy we are. Moreover, it has become a window through which the world learns about China. What’s more, the traditions during the festival, such as making dumplings, teach us patience and creativity. By celebrating it, we not only keep our traditions alive but also show our pride in Chinese culture.
第二节(满分25分)
67. 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’m not known to be a particularly lucky person. Raffles (抽奖), t-shirt cannons, radio calls, random roommate selections — none of these ever seem to work out in my favor. But my fortune seemed to hit an all-time low last Monday.
The day started nice enough. I went to work, got off at five and decided to head to the beach. It was sweltering hot, and I knew the cool waters of Lake Michigan would help wash away my sweat. The first sign of trouble was when my cellphone navigation stopped working properly and showed the wrong directions. I was new to the area and didn’t quite know my way around yet, so I ended up taking a wrong turn and driving through a web of neighborhoods, turning a 10-minute drive into a 40-minute one.
But fine, I get lost often. I made it to the beach eventually. Took a quick dip in the water, had a bite of the butter paneer I had picked up earlier. I made it back to my car, pulling some clothes out to change into. As I headed to the restroom, I realized I had forgotten a shirt. So I walked back, tugged on the handle and realized with horror that my keys were sitting in the passenger seat of my car.
I called AAA (American Automobile Association). As it turns out, I don’t have an AAA membership. I called my parents and they anxiously tried to figure out how to add me to their card, while my phone battery was at 21% and dropping.
I called AAA again, and they informed me that they would be there in about an hour and a half, which seemed like a long time as I sat on top of the trunk of my car. The sun was lowering in the sky and the parking lot was emptying out. I heard thunder, and I saw people exiting the beach at an increasing rate. When I checked my weather app, I saw an alarming update: a heat advisory (预警), a 100% chance of a lightning storm, and a tornado warning.
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。
Fearful and alone, I stood frozen as thunder rolled closer.
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The kind lady drove me through the pounding rain toward a nearby Starbucks.
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【答案】Fearful and alone, I stood frozen as thunder rolled closer. The wind picked up, whipping sand against my legs, and raindrops began to fall down. Just as panic struck me, a silver sedan pulled up beside me. The window rolled down to reveal a middle-aged woman who had kind eyes. “You look like you could need some help,” she said, gesturing for me to get in. Without hesitation, I piled into her car, my relief drowning out the storm’s fury.
The kind lady drove me through the pounding rain toward a nearby Starbucks. She chatted calmly about the weather, her voice was steady in the chaos. Once inside, she bought me a hot coffee and insisted on waiting with me until AAA arrived. As we sat, the tornado alarm disappeared in the distance, but her presence turned the crisis into a strange, shared adventure. When the tow truck finally pulled up, she handed me her umbrella and smiled. “Good luck,” she said. “And maybe tomorrow will be your lucky day.” I watched her drive off, my heart oddly lighter—proof that even in misfortune, kindness could still shine through.
