阳泉一中 2024-2025学年第二学期高二年级期中考试试题英语学科
考试时长：120分钟 总分：150分
第I卷
第一部分 阅读 (共两节，满分60分)
第一节 ( 共15小题;每小题3分，满分45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
Interested in a solo travel in Greece Want to have a safe and fun trip exploring on your own Then you’re in the right place! Now, let’s explore something you need to learn about solo travel to Greece.
Where is Greece
Located in southeastern Europe, at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and Africa, Greece is most famous for its coastlines. The mainland offers rugged mountains, ancient ruins and cities like Athens. Then you have the islands, which are divided into groups like the Cyclades, Ionian, Dodecanese and more. Each has its own beauty. Personally, I recommend adding a Cyclades island adventure to your journey.
Getting to Greece
Getting to Greece is easy, with most solo trips to Greece starting in Athens. Once you land in Athens Airport, flights to other cities and islands are frequent, especially booked in advance. If you are heading straight into Athens, use the subway and take the 40-minute trip to start your solo travel in Athens.
Best Time to Take a Solo Greece Trip
When it comes to the best time for solo travel to Greece, it really depends. The high season (June to September) offers the best weather but also comes with crowds and higher e just after the rush (October and November) and it will be perfect. It will be warm enough for solo beach days but not too crowded.
1. What is Greece best known for according to the passage
A. Coastlines. B. Islands. C. Ancient ruins. D. Beaches.
2. When can you come to Greece without too many crowds
A. In July. B. In August. C. In September. D. In October.
3. What is the purpose of the text
A. To educate. B. To introduce. C. To honor. D. To remember.
【答案】1. A 2. D 3. B
B
I grew up in a large family where disorder often spread throughout the house. I was the quiet one, walking around the house cleaning up and taking care of their needs. So when I started to have negative thoughts about my body and my abilities, I didn’t know how to speak up over all the noise. Gradually I began to starve myself, eating less and less.
I didn’t want to admit that my health problems were being caused by my eating disorder behaviors. Every time my low weight was brought up by someone who loved me, I blamed it on my stomach illness.
The turning point was during a heated conversation I had with my therapist (治疗师). Our conversation was about the harm I was doing to my body and why food was good for my body. I felt frustrated. I already knew everything he was saying — I have a degree in exercise science. But what I didn’t know was how to apply what I had learnt to my disorder and how to help my brain overcome its own thoughts. We eventually got past my frustration and discussed specific memories that contributed to why I was afraid of food. He started teaching me about mindfulness (正念) and I slowly started to make progress.
My therapist helped me understand how the body and mind were connected. So I began to accept my thoughts and feelings without thinking there’s a right or wrong response, and tune into (关注) what’s happening in the present moment rather than repeating the past. Regularly I practiced mindfulness, focusing on my moment-to-moment experiences. Moreover, I took up mindful eating — when eating, I just focused on the food I was eating and how it tasted. Mindfulness gave me a sense of control over my thoughts and actions. Thanks to it, I finally recovered.
4. What resulted in the author’s eating disorders
A. Her lifestyle. B. Her busyness.
C. Her pessimistic ideas. D. Her stomach illness.
5. What made the author feel upset
A. Her mental sufferings from her weight.
B. Her unwillingness to challenge herself.
C. Her inability to look on the bright side.
D. Her inability to put her knowledge to use.
6. How should we deal with negative thoughts according to the author’s story
A. Admitting them without judging them. B. Sharing them with a trusted person.
C. Forgetting them by eating mindfully. D. Trying to keep them in mind.
7. Which is the most suitable title for the text
A. How I brought forward mindfulness.
B. How mindfulness changed my life.
C. How I formed the habit of mindful eating.
D. How eating disorders damaged my health.
【答案】4. C 5. D 6. A 7. B
C
Plastic is widely used and long-lasting, finding its way into every corner of our lives. But the very qualities that make plastic so useful also make it a huge problem. Cheap and disposable (一次性的), plastic has been a symbol of our throwaway culture. As a result, vast quantities of plastic pollute our world. A truckload of plastic enters the ocean every single minute and UK supermarkets produce 800,000 tons every year. With production increasing, that’s set to rise.
But plastic isn’t just a problem for wildlife. The UK produces huge plastic waste per person, and a huge amount of it is sent to countries that aren’t equipped to deal with it. Greenpeace investigators found plastic waste being put and burned on the roadside, near waterways, and in the open air, and people nearby have reported serious health problems.
Bottles, pots, and food bowls are immediately obvious, but other types of plastic pollution can be harder to discern. When plastic breaks down, it doesn’t disappear. Instead, it gets smaller, creating microplastics. Even clothes made from man-made materials leave microplastic fibers when they’re washed.
Bits of plastic have been found in the oceans, on islands, and even in Antarctica. Turtles, dolphins, and seabirds can be injured by large pieces of plastic. It can even be mistaken for food. Microplastics are just as damaging. Eaten by everything from zooplankton (浮游动物) to giant blue whales, they enter the food chain and carry harmful substances. Moreover, microplastics have even been found in human waste.
We’re just beginning to realize the scale (程度) of the problem. People around the world have come together to end plastic pollution, and it’s working. Greenpeace supporters have challenged Coca-Cola to use less plastic packaging, while countries like the UK have banned certain microplastics. Supermarkets are starting to talk about what they need to do. Most of them are trying hard to share their responsibility for reducing plastic waste.
8. What can we learn about plastic from paragraph 1
A. It mostly ends up in the oceans. B. It has a bad influence on our culture.
C. It will be produced less in the future. D. It has both beneficial and harmful effects.
9. What does the example of British plastic waste in paragraph 2 mainly show
A It is challenging to deal with plastic waste.
B. Plastic waste is a big problem for wildlife.
C. Dealing with plastic waste improperly threatens human health.
D. Most countries have rich experience in handling plastic waste.
10. What does the underlined word “discern” in paragraph 3 probably mean
A Avoid. B. Follow. C. Notice. D. Control.
11. What are people doing to reduce plastic pollution
A. Banning microplastics worldwide. B. Reducing the use of plastic products.
C. Making more reusable plastic products. D. Changing their behavior in supermarkets.
【答案】8. D 9. C 10. C 11. B
D
At top universities, there’s a phenomenon known as “Stanford Duck Syndrome (综合征)”. Like ducks, students appear to move gracefully (优雅地). However, beneath the surface, they’re kicking desperately to keep up.
Experts from Stanford’s Health Services uncovered this troubling trend: during the day, many Stanford students are seen socializing in cafés, seemingly without any stress or the need to study. However, at night, they start studying, sometimes for the entire night, trying to maintain the image of effortless success. This comes at a high price: tiredness and anxiety are widespread. Furthermore, it leads to a common misconception: true geniuses achieve success with ease, while those working hard are less capable.
In an effort to challenge this misconception, researchers designed an experiment. Participants were asked to observe a series of colors carefully while scientists tracked their brain activity throughout the process. The experiment was divided into two parts: one with easily distinguishable colors and the other with colors that were quite similar, requiring more effort to differentiate. As the difficulty of the task increased, there was a noticeable increase in brain activity, particularly in areas linked to memory and abstract reasoning.
The study reveals that as tasks require more effort, more areas of the brain become engaged. Growth doesn’t come from talent alone but from the consistent application of effort. Our brain functions like a muscle. Without effort, even our inborn talents will fade over time.
This pushes us to reconsider the underlying culture that might lead to this phenomenon. Instead of focusing too much on outcomes or singing high praise for inborn talents, we should emphasize the learning process and continuous improvement. By encouraging a culture that values effort, we can help students realize that intelligence is not fixed but grows through hard work. Such a shift would not only reduce the pressures associated with the “Stanford Duck Syndrome”, but also have a profound impact on personal development and the future of education.
12. What phenomenon does the “Stanford Duck Syndrome” probably describe
A. Prioritizing effort over well-being.
B. Relieving stress through social activities.
C. Displaying graceful images to attract others.
D. Hiding hard work to appear naturally gifted.
13. How does the experiment in paragraph 3 challenge the misconception
A. By showing effort fuels the brain activity.
B. By proving focus enhances brain function.
C. By linking color recognition to intelligence.
D. By associating careful observation with talent.
14. What is the author’s main concern about “Stanford Duck Syndrome”
A. It values the learning process over outcomes.
B. It causes stress and false ideas about success.
C. It prevents students from recognizing their talents.
D. It makes students prioritize socializing over studying.
15. Which of the following might the author agree with
A. Fortune favors those with a clear vision.
B. Sweat is the ink that writes a masterpiece.
C. Work in silence and let success make the noise.
D. Keep moving forward even when no one sees it.
【答案】12. D 13. A 14. B 15. B
第二节 (共5小题;每小题3分，满分15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。
If you’ve known that the cause of fatness in the United States is fat, you’re not alone.___16___. Researchers found that sugar is the real cause and is the driving force behind diabetes and fatness. Here are four ways to cut down on sugar.
Stop drinking soda
This one is a no-brainer. Sweetened drinks account or about 47 percent of added sugar in the American diet and they are essentially nutrient-free calorie delivery vehicles.___17___, more than your entire daily limit. If you drink soda for the caffeine, switch to tea or coffee.
Watch your breakfast
___18___.Flavored yogurts, for example, are loaded with sugar, and fruit juices are an easy way to drink tons of sugar without realizing. For your morning meal, try to eat more grain-based foods with low or little sugar like Cheerios, plain oatmeal, bread and homemade granola(格兰诺拉麦片).
Check the sauces
As with breakfast foods, food producers sneak more sugar into sauces and ingredients than you’d guess-for example, two of the four biggest ingredients in Heinz Ketchup are sweeteners.___19___ ,and watch out for sugar by another name, like high fructose(果糖).
Try to reset the diet
If you try to stop taking in sugar for a month, you will find that the amount of sugar you’ve unknowingly eaten is truly shocking.___20___. The next time you’re making a big shopping trip at the grocery store, stop to read the ingredient label of every single thing you buy. Watch out for keywords that are used to cover up sugar and watch how much sugar you’ve been eating without even realizing it.
A. You are,however,wrong
B. Eat your fruit in its whole form
C. Sugar is hard to avoid,but it can be done
D. If a full month sounds difficult,try this
E. A 16-ounce bottle of Coke contains 52 grams of sugar
F. Read the labels on sauces and see how high sugar is listed
G. Sugar is secretly put into many breakfast foods that are marketed as “healthy” or “natural”
【答案】16. A 17. E 18. G 19. F 20. D
第二部分 语言运用 (共两节，满分50分)
第一节 (共15小题;每小题2分，满分30分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
The Mid-Autumn Day is a happy time for a family reunion (团聚). But it was a different____21____after my parents and I came to America. I remember the first Mid-Autumn Day we spent here.
On that morning, I smiled seeing mooncakes on the table. But then I____22____I had classes at 1:50 pm and felt____23____. You see, there’s a____24____in China for this special day but not in America. Noticing my upset, Mom tried to comfort me, “We have duck at lunch, your favorite.____25____ ” The duck cheered me up. We had a delicious lunch, but before we____26____it was time for class. I had to put down my____27____and sat before my computer. I couldn’t help____28____that my Mid-Autumn Day was like this — having online classes with lunch half-eaten. I would never____29____this in the past.
At the Mid-Autumn Gala (联欢会), the scene (场景) of a family having dinner together made me____30____. I really missed my grandparents. Although we had____31____them in the day, it was different from a reunion. How regretful we couldn’t____32____!
At midnight, I got lost in thought. The day is so important that I felt upset without a good____33____. But on second thoughts, although the holiday____34____, the moon was still full.____35____, although in different countries, all hearts of my family were connected. Realizing this made me filled with warmth.
21. A. story B. time C. show D. symbol
22. A. decided B. expected C. realized D. replied
23. A. awful B. doubtful C. surprised D. tired
24. A. meal B. party C. festival D. holiday
25. A. Moved B. Excited C. Relaxed D. Confused
26. A. started B. cooked C. finished D. tidied
27. A. papers B. chopsticks C. presents D. books
28. A. imagining B. confirming C. explaining D. thinking
29. A. stress B. accept C. miss D. inspire
30. A. cry B. chat C. recover D. understand
31. A. visited B. met C. called D. welcomed
32. A. show up B. hold on C. look back D. go back
33. A. celebration B. tradition C. connection D. account
34. A. continued B. disappeared C. changed D. returned
35. A. Hopefully B. Generally C. Naturally D. Similarly
【答案】21. A 22. C 23. A 24. D 25. B 26. C 27. B 28. D 29. C 30. A 31. C 32. D 33. A 34. C 35. D
第II卷
第二节(共10小题;每小题2分，满分20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。
There is little doubt that Earth is getting warmer and warmer. In 2013, many people ____36____ (shock) by a news photo of a dead polar bear which appeared to have starved and died. Experts claimed that low sea ice levels ____37____ (cause) by climate change meant the bear could not hunt seals as before, so it had to travel greater distance ____38____ (find) food. Then what is causing the increase in the global average surface temperature Climate scientists often mention a key climate process called the “greenhouse effect”, ____39____ has two common meanings: the “natural” greenhouse effect and the “man made” greenhouse effect. The “man made” greenhouse effect has now become ____40____ big problem. There is strong and comprehensive evidence ____41____ the rise in temperature has led ____42____ an increase in extreme weather and natural disasters worldwide. In fact, news reports are ____43____ (frequent) broadcast about extreme rainstorms and heatwaves causing deaths and economic losses. Continued greenhouse gas emissions will result in further warming and long -lasting changes to the global climate. This requires the attention of people all over the world. We as individuals can reduce our “carbon footprint” by ____44____ (restrict) the amount of carbon dioxide our lifestyles produce. It is our responsibility ____45____ (seize) every opportunity to educate everyone about global warming.
【答案】36. were shocked
37. caused 38. to find
39. which 40. a
41. that 42. to
43. frequently
44. restricting
45. to seize
第三部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 应用文写作
46. 假定你是国际学校的学生会主席李华。你校将邀请当地一位知名的体育行业专家进行以“运动促进健康”为主题的讲座，请你就此写一则通知。
内容包括：1.讲座的时间、地点；2.讲座的主要内容。
注意：1.写作词数应为80个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Notice
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Student Union
【答案】One possible version:
Notice
We are delighted to announce a wonderful lecture on “Exercise for Health” by a renowned local sports expert. The event is scheduled to be held at 2:00 pm on June 15th in our school’s main lecture hall.
The lecture will cover key topics such as the impact of regular exercise on physical and mental well-being, the benefits of various sports activities, and tips for integrating fitness into our daily routines.
This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about how to enhance your health through sports. All students are encouraged to attend.
The Student Union
第二节 (满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
When a new trend (趋势) swept through school, every kid wanted in. The latest must-have item Superhero-style jerseys (球衣), decorated with bright colors and the logos of everyone’s favorite heroes. They were cool and expensive. Almost everyone pre-ordered one, except Dylan.
Dylan lived with his grandmother, Mrs. Hargrove, in a small house. Money was tight, but they made do. When Dylan saw the jerseys at school, he couldn’t help but want one. Mrs. Hargrove looked at the price tag online and said gently, “I’m afraid we can’t afford one right now.” Dylan’s face fell, but he forced a smile, “That’s okay, Grandma. I understand.”
But Mrs. Hargrove couldn’t bear to see him disappointed. That night, after Dylan had gone to bed, she sat down with her knitting needles (针) and a plan. She stayed up all night and made a homemade jersey with all the love she had. By morning, she was tired but satisfied, holding the finished product with a smile.
At breakfast, she presented the jersey to Dylan. Dylan’s heart sank when he saw the jersey. It was a bright, hand-knitted sweater with a superhero picture that wasn’t exactly perfect. But he saw the look in his grandmother’s eyes and knew he couldn’t hurt her feelings. “Thanks, Grandma,” he said, forcing enthusiasm into his voice. “It’s great.”
On Monday, Dylan put on the homemade jersey and went to school. As soon as he entered the classroom, some kids started to laugh at him. Dylan tried to ignore them, but the comments kept coming. By lunchtime, he couldn’t take it anymore and ran home, tears streaming down his face. Mrs. Hargrove held him close, her heart broken for him.
Meanwhile, Mr. Pickford, Dylan’s beloved teacher, heard about what had happened. He was known for his kindness and his special ability of turning bad situations around.
注意：1．续写词数应为150个左右;
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Mr. Pickford decided to take action.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
After the class, the students’ attitudes changed completely.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
【答案】Mr. Pickford decided to take action. He organized a special class activity called “The Value Behind Clothes”. In the class, he asked each student to share the story behind a special piece of clothing they owned. Some talked about the dresses their mothers made for their birthdays, while others shared the significance of the worn-out items passed down from their grandparents. Mr. Pickford then asked Dylan to come to the front and show his jersey. In a trembling voice, Dylan told the whole class how his grandma had stayed up all night to make this jersey for him because they couldn’t afford the expensive store-bought ones. His words touched the hearts of his classmates, and many of them hung their heads in shame for their earlier behavior.
After the class, the students’ attitudes changed completely. They started to appreciate the effort and love put into every piece of clothing, no matter how it looked. Some students even asked Mrs. Hargrove to teach them how to knit. The next week, a “Handmade Clothes Day” was organized in the school. All the students wore their self-made or family-made clothes with pride. Dylan’s jersey became the most special one among them. From then on, instead of being laughed at, Dylan was admired for having such a loving grandmother and the unique jersey filled with love. The school atmosphere became warmer, and everyone learned the true meaning of kindness and respect.阳泉一中 2024-2025学年第二学期高二年级期中考试试题英语学科
考试时长：120分钟 总分：150分
第I卷
第一部分 阅读 (共两节，满分60分)
第一节 ( 共15小题;每小题3分，满分45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
Interested in a solo travel in Greece Want to have a safe and fun trip exploring on your own Then you’re in the right place! Now, let’s explore something you need to learn about solo travel to Greece.
Where is Greece
Located in southeastern Europe, at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and Africa, Greece is most famous for its coastlines. The mainland offers rugged mountains, ancient ruins and cities like Athens. Then you have the islands, which are divided into groups like the Cyclades, Ionian, Dodecanese and more. Each has its own beauty. Personally, I recommend adding a Cyclades island adventure to your journey.
Getting to Greece
Getting to Greece is easy, with most solo trips to Greece starting in Athens. Once you land in Athens Airport, flights to other cities and islands are frequent, especially booked in advance. If you are heading straight into Athens, use the subway and take the 40-minute trip to start your solo travel in Athens.
Best Time to Take a Solo Greece Trip
When it comes to the best time for solo travel to Greece, it really depends. The high season (June to September) offers the best weather but also comes with crowds and higher e just after the rush (October and November) and it will be perfect. It will be warm enough for solo beach days but not too crowded.
1. What is Greece best known for according to the passage
A. Coastlines. B. Islands. C. Ancient ruins. D. Beaches.
2. When can you come to Greece without too many crowds
A. In July. B. In August. C. In September. D. In October.
3. What is the purpose of the text
A. To educate. B. To introduce. C. To honor. D. To remember.
B
I grew up in a large family where disorder often spread throughout the house. I was the quiet one, walking around the house cleaning up and taking care of their needs. So when I started to have negative thoughts about my body and my abilities, I didn’t know how to speak up over all the noise. Gradually I began to starve myself, eating less and less.
I didn’t want to admit that my health problems were being caused by my eating disorder behaviors. Every time my low weight was brought up by someone who loved me, I blamed it on my stomach illness.
The turning point was during a heated conversation I had with my therapist (治疗师). Our conversation was about the harm I was doing to my body and why food was good for my body. I felt frustrated. I already knew everything he was saying — I have a degree in exercise science. But what I didn’t know was how to apply what I had learnt to my disorder and how to help my brain overcome its own thoughts. We eventually got past my frustration and discussed specific memories that contributed to why I was afraid of food. He started teaching me about mindfulness (正念) and I slowly started to make progress.
My therapist helped me understand how the body and mind were connected. So I began to accept my thoughts and feelings without thinking there’s a right or wrong response, and tune into (关注) what’s happening in the present moment rather than repeating the past. Regularly I practiced mindfulness, focusing on my moment-to-moment experiences. Moreover, I took up mindful eating — when eating, I just focused on the food I was eating and how it tasted. Mindfulness gave me a sense of control over my thoughts and actions. Thanks to it, I finally recovered.
4. What resulted in the author’s eating disorders
A. Her lifestyle. B. Her busyness.
C. Her pessimistic ideas. D. Her stomach illness.
5. What made the author feel upset
A. Her mental sufferings from her weight.
B. Her unwillingness to challenge herself.
C. Her inability to look on the bright side.
D. Her inability to put her knowledge to use.
6. How should we deal with negative thoughts according to the author’s story
A. Admitting them without judging them. B. Sharing them with a trusted person.
C. Forgetting them by eating mindfully. D. Trying to keep them in mind.
7. Which is the most suitable title for the text
A. How I brought forward mindfulness.
B. How mindfulness changed my life.
C. How I formed the habit of mindful eating.
D. How eating disorders damaged my health.
C
Plastic is widely used and long-lasting, finding its way into every corner of our lives. But the very qualities that make plastic so useful also make it a huge problem. Cheap and disposable (一次性的), plastic has been a symbol of our throwaway culture. As a result, vast quantities of plastic pollute our world. A truckload of plastic enters the ocean every single minute and UK supermarkets produce 800,000 tons every year. With production increasing, that’s set to rise.
But plastic isn’t just a problem for wildlife. The UK produces huge plastic waste per person, and a huge amount of it is sent to countries that aren’t equipped to deal with it. Greenpeace investigators found plastic waste being put and burned on the roadside, near waterways, and in the open air, and people nearby have reported serious health problems.
Bottles, pots, and food bowls are immediately obvious, but other types of plastic pollution can be harder to discern. When plastic breaks down, it doesn’t disappear. Instead, it gets smaller, creating microplastics. Even clothes made from man-made materials leave microplastic fibers when they’re washed.
Bits of plastic have been found in the oceans, on islands, and even in Antarctica. Turtles, dolphins, and seabirds can be injured by large pieces of plastic. It can even be mistaken for food. Microplastics are just as damaging. Eaten by everything from zooplankton (浮游动物) to giant blue whales, they enter the food chain and carry harmful substances. Moreover, microplastics have even been found in human waste.
We’re just beginning to realize the scale (程度) of the problem. People around the world have come together to end plastic pollution, and it’s working. Greenpeace supporters have challenged Coca-Cola to use less plastic packaging, while countries like the UK have banned certain microplastics. Supermarkets are starting to talk about what they need to do. Most of them are trying hard to share their responsibility for reducing plastic waste.
8. What can we learn about plastic from paragraph 1
A. It mostly ends up in the oceans. B. It has a bad influence on our culture.
C. It will be produced less in the future. D. It has both beneficial and harmful effects.
9. What does the example of British plastic waste in paragraph 2 mainly show
A It is challenging to deal with plastic waste.
B. Plastic waste is a big problem for wildlife.
C. Dealing with plastic waste improperly threatens human health.
D. Most countries have rich experience in handling plastic waste.
10. What does the underlined word “discern” in paragraph 3 probably mean
A Avoid. B. Follow. C. Notice. D. Control.
11. What are people doing to reduce plastic pollution
A. Banning microplastics worldwide. B. Reducing the use of plastic products.
C. Making more reusable plastic products. D. Changing their behavior in supermarkets.
D
At top universities, there’s a phenomenon known as “Stanford Duck Syndrome (综合征)”. Like ducks, students appear to move gracefully (优雅地). However, beneath the surface, they’re kicking desperately to keep up.
Experts from Stanford’s Health Services uncovered this troubling trend: during the day, many Stanford students are seen socializing in cafés, seemingly without any stress or the need to study. However, at night, they start studying, sometimes for the entire night, trying to maintain the image of effortless success. This comes at a high price: tiredness and anxiety are widespread. Furthermore, it leads to a common misconception: true geniuses achieve success with ease, while those working hard are less capable.
In an effort to challenge this misconception, researchers designed an experiment. Participants were asked to observe a series of colors carefully while scientists tracked their brain activity throughout the process. The experiment was divided into two parts: one with easily distinguishable colors and the other with colors that were quite similar, requiring more effort to differentiate. As the difficulty of the task increased, there was a noticeable increase in brain activity, particularly in areas linked to memory and abstract reasoning.
The study reveals that as tasks require more effort, more areas of the brain become engaged. Growth doesn’t come from talent alone but from the consistent application of effort. Our brain functions like a muscle. Without effort, even our inborn talents will fade over time.
This pushes us to reconsider the underlying culture that might lead to this phenomenon. Instead of focusing too much on outcomes or singing high praise for inborn talents, we should emphasize the learning process and continuous improvement. By encouraging a culture that values effort, we can help students realize that intelligence is not fixed but grows through hard work. Such a shift would not only reduce the pressures associated with the “Stanford Duck Syndrome”, but also have a profound impact on personal development and the future of education.
12. What phenomenon does the “Stanford Duck Syndrome” probably describe
A. Prioritizing effort over well-being.
B. Relieving stress through social activities.
C. Displaying graceful images to attract others.
D. Hiding hard work to appear naturally gifted.
13. How does the experiment in paragraph 3 challenge the misconception
A. By showing effort fuels the brain activity.
B. By proving focus enhances brain function.
C. By linking color recognition to intelligence.
D. By associating careful observation with talent.
14. What is the author’s main concern about “Stanford Duck Syndrome”
A. It values the learning process over outcomes.
B. It causes stress and false ideas about success.
C. It prevents students from recognizing their talents.
D. It makes students prioritize socializing over studying.
15. Which of the following might the author agree with
A. Fortune favors those with a clear vision.
B. Sweat is the ink that writes a masterpiece.
C. Work in silence and let success make the noise.
D. Keep moving forward even when no one sees it.
第二节 (共5小题;每小题3分，满分15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。
If you’ve known that the cause of fatness in the United States is fat, you’re not alone.___16___. Researchers found that sugar is the real cause and is the driving force behind diabetes and fatness. Here are four ways to cut down on sugar.
Stop drinking soda
This one is a no-brainer. Sweetened drinks account or about 47 percent of added sugar in the American diet and they are essentially nutrient-free calorie delivery vehicles.___17___, more than your entire daily limit. If you drink soda for the caffeine, switch to tea or coffee.
Watch your breakfast
___18___.Flavored yogurts, for example, are loaded with sugar, and fruit juices are an easy way to drink tons of sugar without realizing. For your morning meal, try to eat more grain-based foods with low or little sugar like Cheerios, plain oatmeal, bread and homemade granola(格兰诺拉麦片).
Check the sauces
As with breakfast foods, food producers sneak more sugar into sauces and ingredients than you’d guess-for example, two of the four biggest ingredients in Heinz Ketchup are sweeteners.___19___ ,and watch out for sugar by another name, like high fructose(果糖).
Try to reset the diet
If you try to stop taking in sugar for a month, you will find that the amount of sugar you’ve unknowingly eaten is truly shocking.___20___. The next time you’re making a big shopping trip at the grocery store, stop to read the ingredient label of every single thing you buy. Watch out for keywords that are used to cover up sugar and watch how much sugar you’ve been eating without even realizing it.
A. You are,however,wrong
B. Eat your fruit in its whole form
C. Sugar is hard to avoid,but it can be done
D. If a full month sounds difficult,try this
E. A 16-ounce bottle of Coke contains 52 grams of sugar
F. Read the labels on sauces and see how high sugar is listed
G. Sugar is secretly put into many breakfast foods that are marketed as “healthy” or “natural”
第二部分 语言运用 (共两节，满分50分)
第一节 (共15小题;每小题2分，满分30分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
The Mid-Autumn Day is a happy time for a family reunion (团聚). But it was a different____21____after my parents and I came to America. I remember the first Mid-Autumn Day we spent here.
On that morning, I smiled seeing mooncakes on the table. But then I____22____I had classes at 1:50 pm and felt____23____. You see, there’s a____24____in China for this special day but not in America. Noticing my upset, Mom tried to comfort me, “We have duck at lunch, your favorite.____25____ ” The duck cheered me up. We had a delicious lunch, but before we____26____it was time for class. I had to put down my____27____and sat before my computer. I couldn’t help____28____that my Mid-Autumn Day was like this — having online classes with lunch half-eaten. I would never____29____this in the past.
At the Mid-Autumn Gala (联欢会), the scene (场景) of a family having dinner together made me____30____. I really missed my grandparents. Although we had____31____them in the day, it was different from a reunion. How regretful we couldn’t____32____!
At midnight, I got lost in thought. The day is so important that I felt upset without a good____33____. But on second thoughts, although the holiday____34____, the moon was still full.____35____, although in different countries, all hearts of my family were connected. Realizing this made me filled with warmth.
21. A. story B. time C. show D. symbol
22. A. decided B. expected C. realized D. replied
23. A. awful B. doubtful C. surprised D. tired
24. A. meal B. party C. festival D. holiday
25. A. Moved B. Excited C. Relaxed D. Confused
26. A. started B. cooked C. finished D. tidied
27. A. papers B. chopsticks C. presents D. books
28. A. imagining B. confirming C. explaining D. thinking
29. A. stress B. accept C. miss D. inspire
30. A. cry B. chat C. recover D. understand
31. A. visited B. met C. called D. welcomed
32. A. show up B. hold on C. look back D. go back
33. A. celebration B. tradition C. connection D. account
34. A. continued B. disappeared C. changed D. returned
35. A. Hopefully B. Generally C. Naturally D. Similarly
第II卷
第二节(共10小题;每小题2分，满分20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。
There is little doubt that Earth is getting warmer and warmer. In 2013, many people ____36____ (shock) by a news photo of a dead polar bear which appeared to have starved and died. Experts claimed that low sea ice levels ____37____ (cause) by climate change meant the bear could not hunt seals as before, so it had to travel greater distance ____38____ (find) food. Then what is causing the increase in the global average surface temperature Climate scientists often mention a key climate process called the “greenhouse effect”, ____39____ has two common meanings: the “natural” greenhouse effect and the “man made” greenhouse effect. The “man made” greenhouse effect has now become ____40____ big problem. There is strong and comprehensive evidence ____41____ the rise in temperature has led ____42____ an increase in extreme weather and natural disasters worldwide. In fact, news reports are ____43____ (frequent) broadcast about extreme rainstorms and heatwaves causing deaths and economic losses. Continued greenhouse gas emissions will result in further warming and long -lasting changes to the global climate. This requires the attention of people all over the world. We as individuals can reduce our “carbon footprint” by ____44____ (restrict) the amount of carbon dioxide our lifestyles produce. It is our responsibility ____45____ (seize) every opportunity to educate everyone about global warming.
第三部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 应用文写作
46. 假定你是国际学校的学生会主席李华。你校将邀请当地一位知名的体育行业专家进行以“运动促进健康”为主题的讲座，请你就此写一则通知。
内容包括：1.讲座的时间、地点；2.讲座的主要内容。
注意：1.写作词数应为80个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Notice
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The Student Union
第二节 (满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
When a new trend (趋势) swept through school, every kid wanted in. The latest must-have item Superhero-style jerseys (球衣), decorated with bright colors and the logos of everyone’s favorite heroes. They were cool and expensive. Almost everyone pre-ordered one, except Dylan.
Dylan lived with his grandmother, Mrs. Hargrove, in a small house. Money was tight, but they made do. When Dylan saw the jerseys at school, he couldn’t help but want one. Mrs. Hargrove looked at the price tag online and said gently, “I’m afraid we can’t afford one right now.” Dylan’s face fell, but he forced a smile, “That’s okay, Grandma. I understand.”
But Mrs. Hargrove couldn’t bear to see him disappointed. That night, after Dylan had gone to bed, she sat down with her knitting needles (针) and a plan. She stayed up all night and made a homemade jersey with all the love she had. By morning, she was tired but satisfied, holding the finished product with a smile.
At breakfast, she presented the jersey to Dylan. Dylan’s heart sank when he saw the jersey. It was a bright, hand-knitted sweater with a superhero picture that wasn’t exactly perfect. But he saw the look in his grandmother’s eyes and knew he couldn’t hurt her feelings. “Thanks, Grandma,” he said, forcing enthusiasm into his voice. “It’s great.”
On Monday, Dylan put on the homemade jersey and went to school. As soon as he entered the classroom, some kids started to laugh at him. Dylan tried to ignore them, but the comments kept coming. By lunchtime, he couldn’t take it anymore and ran home, tears streaming down his face. Mrs. Hargrove held him close, her heart broken for him.
Meanwhile, Mr. Pickford, Dylan’s beloved teacher, heard about what had happened. He was known for his kindness and his special ability of turning bad situations around.
注意：1．续写词数应为150个左右;
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Mr. Pickford decided to take action.
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After the class, the students’ attitudes changed completely.
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