马鞍山二中2025届高三年级高考适应性考试
英语试题
(本试卷总分150分，考试时间120分钟)
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，务必将自己的姓名和考号填写在答题卡上。
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它答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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 did the girl do last Friday
A. She took some pictures. B. She had her foot treated. C. She competed in the long jump.
2. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In the taxi. B. At the airport. C. In the hotel.
3. What does Anna think of Jack
A. He’s wise. B. He’s weak-willed. C. He’s honest.
4. What is the conversation mainly about
A. An avenue. B. A ranking list. C. A rich person.
5. Why does the woman choose the left path
A. For distance. B. For safety. C. For curiosity.
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. Why is the girl in the garden
A. To sunbathe. B. To do her schoolwork. C. To build a birdcage.
7. What does the man want the girl to do
A. Have a rest. B. Pick a watermelon. C. Clean her bedroom.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. How many steps at least a day does the new study suggest
A. 10, 000. B. 6, 000. C. 4, 000.
9. What does Dr. Seth Shay Martin advise people to do
A. Walk more to the best of their abilities.
B. Stick to a fixed goal in a period of time.
C. Learn the scientific way of walking.
10. What does the man say about the subjects of the new study
A. None of them had any heart problems.
B. They were all adults from the United States.
C. They were involved in the study for several years.
听第8段材料，回答第11至 13题。
11. Why does Susan feel upset these days
A. She can’t see her own value.
B. Her achievements were laughed at.
C. She has made no progress in drawing.
12. How can Susan boost her confidence according to the man
A. Set achievable goals. B. Make more preparations. C. Focus on her strong points.
13. What does the man tell Susan to do in the end
A. Go easy on herself. B. Learn more skills. C. Make fewer mistakes next time.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. Which word best describes the White City according to the man
A. Dangerous. B. Developed. C. Mysterious.
15. What do we know about Heracleion
A. It was found in 1911. B. It used to be a commercial center. C. It is favored by small tour groups.
16. Where did the woman go last year
A. To Egypt. B. To Peru. C. To Honduras.
17. What will the man introduce next
A. An ancient Greek poet. B. A fictional character. C. A real city.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. When did the cafe begin to be built
A. In March, 2021. B. In April, 2022. C. In May, 2022.
19. Why haven’t Cheng Shuoqin’s team developed any other profitable projects
A. They don’t have enough funds to do so.
B. They are a bit short-handed at the moment.
C. They want visitors to admire the view purely.
20. What is special about the cafe
A. The locals own about a half share of it.
B It is the second-largest cafe in the world.
C. It can sell over 5, 000 cups of coffee each day.
听力答案：1-10 ACBBC BACAC 11-20 ACAAB BCBCA
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。
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Author and poet Heather Frankland will present the next workshop in The Write Stuff writing series, a 2-hour talk and workshop. It will be held from 10 a. m. to noon, on Saturday, at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Silver City.
The focus of the workshop
Are you interested in writing both love and heartbreak poems Oftentimes, they are the first poems a poet will write, and more than often, they are among the hardest. How can one write a poem about feelings that seem to escape definition How can one write a love poem that doesn’t sound like a copy of other love poems In this talk and workshop, Heather Frankland will guide you through poetry examples, prompts (提示词), exercises, and creative play. In the end, you will walk out with 2-3 poems of your own.
About the presenter
Frankland graduated from New Mexico State University. She once volunteered in Peru and Panama. A collection of her poems, Midwest Musings, was published last fall. The book can be considered a love song to her hometown. In 2022, she was among 12 poets selected to attend Marge Percy’s Poetry Intensive Workshop.
The program information
The Write Stuff, a program hosted by award-winning author and writing instructor Kris Neri, shares the techniques required for writers to improve the professionalism of their works. This program presents a series of in-depth writing workshops throughout the year, offered by some of the most accomplished local authors and instructors on a variety of writing challenges.
Notes for application
All workshops are free and open to the public. No reservations. Seating is enough. Small donations are requested to pay for the space. For more information, contact Kris Neri at krisneri2@ .
1. What will attendees do in the workshop
A. Write some love poems. B. Learn to revise their poems.
C. Explore different forms of poetry. D. Adapt some famous love poems.
2. What can we infer about Heather Frankland
A. She never left her hometown. B. She is an award-winning author.
C. She learned literature in university. D. She released a collection of poems.
3. What is required for attendees
A. A low entrance fee. B. A ticket booked online.
C. A modest contribution. D. A reservation in advance.
【答案】1. A 2. D 3. C
B
It was not love at first read; it was rather a serendipitous (偶然的) encounter.
Ever since my childhood I had believed that books are not for me. I tried, but failed. I borrowed Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone from an older cousin at age 12 and couldn’t complete a chapter. I borrowed The Da Vinci Code from another cousin at 15 and, again, failed to understand anything at all. Other than that, I had no interest in reading books.
But then my friend had written a piece for a competition and she wanted us to run it through before she handed it in. It was a short story of no more than a hundred words, titled something on the lines of “Meeting a dead man”. As she began reading it out, I experienced something I had never experienced before. I saw myself walking in the park in the foggy morning hours. I saw a man with a grey scarf sitting on an old wooden bench. I felt fear. I felt curious to know his story. That moment, my journey into the world of books began.
Over the years I figured out that I’m more of a visual and kinesthetic (动觉的) person. I understand information largely through pictures and feelings. When I read a book, I see the video playing in my head and I feel the emotions in my body. A friend of mine suggested I read A Thousand Splendid Suns and The Kite Runner, two masterpieces by Khaled Hosseini. These books fire d an interest in writing for the first time in my life, paving the way for my writing journey.
I feel extremely lucky to have read some of the beautiful literary works and my list continues to grow. My heartfelt thanks go out to the writers and readers who inspired me at different stages of my life and introduced me to books that changed and continue to change my life.
4. How does the author describe his first relation with books
A. By listing numbers. B. By giving examples.
C. By explaining reasons. D. By making comparisons.
5. What changed the author’s relationship with books
A. A talk with an old man. B. The life story of a man.
C. A special writing competition. D. A piece of writing by his friend.
6. How did Khaled Hosseini’s writings influence the author
A. They aroused his interest in writing. B. They showed him how to express emotions.
C. They taught him ways to understand information. D. They helped him figure out his favorite book type.
7. Which of the following would be the best title for the text
A. My Experience of Reading B. The World’s Best Reads
C. My Change from Reading to Writing D. Reading: A Source of Knowledge
【答案】4. B 5. D 6. A 7. A
C
At the end of the last ice age, Scotland was a truly wild place, where the Highland tiger, a distinctly banded wildcat, and many other animals lived among Caledonian pine forests. But over time, humans cleared the land for wood, fuel, and agriculture. By the turn of the 20th century, only 5 per cent of Scotland’s land area was covered by forest.
Now the country is experiencing a moment for rewilding—in essence, the rebuilding of ecosystems to their natural uncultivated states. No one can quite agree when the rewilding movement officially began, but one popular perspective sets it in the late 1980s. That’s when environmental charity Trees for Life moved the conversation from protecting individual species and specific habitats to restoring ecological processes on a larger scale.
Today, Trees for Life is also responsible for a world first in rewilding. Beginning in spring 2023, visitors who travel to Glenmoriston, a valley in the Scottish Highlands, are able to experience the immersive Dundreggan Rewilding Centre. Located in pinewoods on Trees for Life’s 10, 000-acre estate, the campus has been developed to showcase the ambitious project.
This area is now home to 4, 000 native plant and animal species. The hope is that visitors will be inspired to reengage with nature in new ways. For full immersion, the rewilding centre, with exhibitions and classrooms, will house a 40-bed complex for researchers and volunteers.
In a landscape where nature-based tourism accounts for nearly 40 per cent of all visitor spend, according to government agency NatureScot, new ecotourism projects are being driven by other reintroduced species. Visitors arrive to “come to the end of the road, to connect to the environment, and to feel spiritual,” as Paul Lister, a conservationist, puts it.
For now, Scotland is not as it once was. While it’s appealing to see a visit to its rewilding area as a journey back in time, it’s more accurately a visit to a place with a more positive future.
8. What can we learn about Scotland’s rewilding movement
A. It aimed to recreate the scene of the ice age. B. It officially began in the early 20th century.
C. Trees for Life played a key role in starting it. D. Trees for Life solely funded it in the late 1980s.
9. What do the underlined words “This area” in paragraph 4 refer to
A. Caledonian pine forests. B. Dundreggan Rewilding Centre.
C. Valleys in the Scottish Highlands. D. The headquarter of Trees for Life.
10. What can visitors probably do in the rewilding centre
A. Enjoy a hunting trip. B. Engage with exhibitions.
C. Learn about the history of Scotland. D. Support urban development projects.
11. What is the author’s attitude to Scotland’s rewilding projects
A. Hopeful. B. Objective. C. Concerned. D. Disappointed.
【答案】8. C 9. B 10. B 11. A
D
Eggs have long been recognized as a nutritional powerhouse by dietary specialists, offering high-quality protein at relatively low cost. Despite recent price changes caused by bird flu outbreaks, they remain more economical than most meats and seafood. Their various cooking methods and portability make them particularly suitable for beginners in the kitchen.
Cardiologists (心脏病医生) frequently encounter questions about eggs’ cholesterol (胆固醇) content. A single egg contains 207mg of dietary cholesterol, nearly triple that found in a typical breakfast sausage. However, Dr. Martha Gulati of Cedars-Sinai Smidt Heart Institute clarifies that dietary cholesterol doesn’t directly translate to blood cholesterol levels. “The liver produces low-density lipoprotein (LDL) (低密度脂蛋白) primarily in response to saturated fat (饱和脂肪) intake, not dietary cholesterol,” she explains. With only 1.6g saturated fat per egg compared to 3.7g in a sausage link, eggs present a healthier choice. This understanding prompted the 2015-2019 dietary guideline revisions, with both U. S. nutrition authorities and the American Heart Association removing cholesterol limits while emphasizing moderation.
Nutritional analysis reveals eggs’ unique advantages. Each 70-calorie egg delivers 6.3g complete protein containing all nine essential amino acids (氨基酸) that humans must obtain from food. Moreover, they rank among the richest natural sources of choline (胆碱) —169 mg per egg, addressing 31% of adults’ daily requirement. This nutrient also supports crucial development of unborn babies, making adequate intake vital for pregnant women. “While choline deficiency is uncommon, over 90% of expectant mothers fall short of recommended levels, ” notes dietitian Razan Hallak from Ohio State University.
Safe consumption practices include thorough cooking and pairing strategies. Nutritionists recommend using heart-healthy oils like olive oil instead of butter, and combining eggs with vegetables or whole grains rather than processed meats. “The problem often lies not with eggs themselves, but with their typical high-fat companions like bacon,” cautions Dr. Philip Greenland of Northwestern University. Current research supports moderate consumption of 1 egg daily or 2 every other day as part of balanced diets.
12. What primarily causes increased LDL according to Dr. Gulati
A. Dietary cholesterol intake. B. High blood cholesterol levels.
C. Nutritionally balanced diets. D. Liver’s response to saturated fat.
13. Which statement agrees with revised dietary guidelines
A. Eggs should be completely avoided by heart patients.
B. Saturated fat control outweighs cholesterol concerns.
C. Strict cholesterol limits remain essential for consumers.
D. The maximum daily egg consumption must be made clear.
14. What cooking advice do experts emphasize
A. Using butter for better flavor. B. Combining with processed meats.
C. Prioritizing vegetable pairings. D. Consuming raw for maximum nutrition.
15. What is the main purpose of the article
A. To discuss the cholesterol content in eggs.
B. To warn people about cholesterol dangers.
C. To compare the pros and cons of different protein sources.
D. To explain eggs’ nutritional value and proper ways to eat them.
【答案】12. D 13. B 14. C 15. D
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。
The Laba Festival is celebrated on the 8th day of the 12th lunar month in China. It is a traditional festival to pray for a good harvest and good luck in the coming year. ___16___ . As an old Chinese saying goes, “The Spring Festival comes right after the Laba Festival. ”
___17___ . This time-honored tradition is said to have started in the Song Dynasty when people from all walks of life made and ate Laba porridge. In the Qing Dynasty, the tradition of enjoying Laba porridge was still especially popular. ___18___ , but also sent it to others as a gift. The Laba Festival was also a day of charity. Wealthy families would prepare a huge pot to cook the porridge and give it to the poor. It was also during that time that temples began to offer Laba porridge to their visitors.
Traditionally, Laba porridge, usually sweetish, contains eight kinds of fresh grains, melons, and fruits. Its ingredients may vary slightly from place to place. ___19___ . The Laba Festival is also the day when people choose top-quality garlic and put it in vinegar. By the time the Lunar New Year’s Eve arrives, the garlic, a perfect match for dumplings, will have turned a beautiful green color.
Traditional festivals like the Laba Festival provide valuable chances for family members to get together, serving as a channel for maintaining family connections. ___20___ .
A. However, they remain basically the same
B. The Laba Festival marks the beginning of the Spring Festival
C. People not only cooked the dish for their own family members
D. There are different versions of the source of the Laba porridge
E. They not only exchange gifts of Laba porridge to express good wishes
F. In the process of celebrating them, people feel their family ties deepened
G. Enjoying Laba porridge is perhaps the most important tradition of the Laba Festival
【答案】16. B 17. G 18. C 19. A 20. F
第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I was 60 when I started learning to play the concertina (六角手风琴). All my life I had enjoyed listening to music, but I thought: I’m not a(n) ___21___.
Just over six years ago, I got a(n) ___22___ disease. I was a baker with my own business. I had to ___23___ quickly and have surgery and chemotherapy (化疗). ___24___ a month in hospital gave me time to think about what I was going to do with my ___25___. It was time, I felt, to dream some dreams and ___26___ some castles in the air.
I had always rather liked the sound of concertinas so I thought I’d give it a ___27___. On the day I got out of hospital, I ___28___ one. I wanted to go ___29___ into the folk tunes I enjoyed. I struggled to find a concertina teacher in my hometown of Cambridge, but I didn’t let that ___30___ me. I bought a book and started ___31___ to people playing the tunes I wanted to learn on YouTube.
Now, thanks to the internet, I can ___32___ folk tunes from 200 years ago and bring them to ___33___. After playing the concertina for half an hour a day, every day, for six years, I’m now at the point where I can put my own ___34___ on some of these tunes. Playing the concertina gives me a sense of ___35___ and I’m sure it’s doing me good.
21. A. singer B. teacher C. player D. actor
22. A. stress-related B. life-threatening C. occupational D. preventable
23. A. sell up B. run away C. set off D. break in
24. A. Wasting B. Mentioning C. Serving D. Spending
25. A. graduation B. marriage C. retirement D. education
26. A. witness B. build C. ignore D. preserve
27. A. test B. name C. go D. second
28. A. purchased B. encountered C. submitted D. recommended
29. A. longer B. faster C. lower D. deeper
30. A. save B. stop C. sustain D. stimulate
31. A. referring B. applying C. appealing D. listening
32. A. create B. access C. remember D. recognize
33. A. life B. market C. safety D. mind
34. A. guarantee B. requirement C. interpretation D. limitation
35. A. achievement B. justice C. urgency D. responsibility
【答案】21. C 22. B 23. A 24. D 25. C 26. B 27. C 28. A 29. D 30. B 31. D 32. B 33. A 34. C 35. A
第二节(共10小题;每小题1. 5分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The China West Airport Group Museum of Heritage displays more than 120 cultural relics unearthed for the airport’s construction. ___36___ (historic) known as Chang’an, Xi’an was the capital of many Chinese dynasties. The area ___37___ the airport is located served as a burial site for many officials and nobles. From June 2020 to October 2022, during the airport’s third-phase ___38___ (expand), the Shaanxi Academy of Archaeology uncovered 6, 848 ancient cultural sites ___39___ (comprise)4, 093 tombs and 2, 755 historical sites.
The museum aims to fully showcase the process of cultural relic preservation. It also highlights Shaanxi’s vital role ___40___ the starting point of the ancient Silk Road.
The museum’s exhibits are organized into three main sections. The permanent exhibition, Chang’an Everlasting Peace, ___41___ (house) in the Hall of Convergence, which highlights dynastic shifts, trade and cultural ___42___ (exchange) along the Silk Road, and the prosperity of ancient Chang’an. The Hall of Treasure, ___43___ dedicated space of 88 square meters, hosts exhibitions that will change every three to six months. The final section, ___44___ (exhibit) temporarily, highlights the development of local tea culture.
Looking ahead, the museum plans to integrate reality technology and virtual reality ___45___ (create)immersive experiences that transport visitors to the ancient world of Chang’an.
【答案】36. Historically
37. where 38. expansion
prising
40. as 41. is housed
42. exchanges
43. a 44. exhibited
45. to create
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华，正在英国学习。当地一所学校下周要举办中国传统文化展，需要招收数名志愿者，你有意报名参加。请你给学校负责人Mr. Smith写一封邮件，内容包括：
1. 写邮件目的；
2. 你的优势；
3. 表达期待。
注意：
1. 写作词数应80个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Mr. Smith,
I am Li Hua, a Chinese student currently studying in the UK.
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Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Mr. Smith,
I am Li Hua, a Chinese student currently studying in the UK. I am writing to express my interest in volunteering for the upcoming Traditional Chinese Culture Exhibition at your school. I believe I would be a valuable addition to your team.
To begin with, I have a solid understanding of Chinese traditions, including martial arts, calligraphy, and tea culture. Moreover, I can assist with setting up the exhibition, guiding visitors, and explaining the cultural significance of the displayed items.
I am looking forward to the opportunity to work with you and share the beauty of Chinese culture with visitors.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
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。
If you had to choose one word to describe Kevin, it might have been “slow”. He didn’t learn his ABCs as fast as other kids. He never came in first in the schoolyard races. However, Kevin’s passion for life was quite contagious (有感染力的). His smile was brighter than the sun in June; his heart bigger than the mountain sky.
Basketball was the center of Kevin’s life. At practice, he worked so hard. He liked to stand in a certain spot near the free-throw line and shoot baskets. Patiently, he stood there throwing ball after ball after ball, until finally it would pass through the hoop (篮筐).
Kevin and his whole team truly loved basketball. But just loving the game doesn’t help you win. More balls fell out of the basket than into it, and the boys lost every game that season by very large margins (差距). At the end of the season, as the last-place team, they drew the unfortunate spot of playing against the first-place team, the tall, undefeated first-place team. The game went pretty much as expected, and near the middle of the fourth quarter, Kevin’s team stood nearly 30 points behind.
At that point, one of Kevin’s teammates called time-out. “Coach Randy, ” said the boy. “This is our last game and I know that Kevin has played in every game, but he’s never made a basket. I think we should let Kevin make a basket. ” With the game completely out of reach, the idea seemed reasonable, so plans were made.
Every time Kevin’s team had the ball, Kevin was to stand in his special spot near the free-throw line and they would give him the ball. His first shot missed. Number 17 from the other team took the ball away, scoring two more points. As soon as Kevin’s team had the ball again, they passed it to Kevin who obediently (顺从地) stood in his spot. But he missed again. This pattern continued a few more times until Number 17 finally understood the plan of Kevin’s team.
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。
So, Number 17 threw the ball to Kevin who shot and missed again.
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Coach Randy realized the game was already over but everyone was still cheering for Kevin.
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【答案】So, Number 17 threw the ball to Kevin who shot and missed again. Soon, all the players were circling Kevin, throwing the ball to him and clapping for him. It took the audience just a little longer to figure out what was happening. Little by little, people started to stand up and clap their hands. The referees stood by the scoring table, cheering and clapping like everyone else. The whole gymnasium thundered with people clapping and repeatedly shouting “Kevin! Kevin!” And Kevin just kept shooting.
Coach Randy realized the game was already over but everyone was still cheering for Kevin. Coach Randy was deeply touched by what he saw. Kevin, surrounded by teammates and the other team alike, continued to shoot. With each missed shot, the crowd’s support only seemed to grow stronger. Finally, after countless tries, the ball rolled around the edge of the hoop and went in. Kevin’s arms shot high into the air as he shouted, “I won! I won!” The first-place team remained undefeated. But that evening, everyone left the game truly feeling like a joyful winner.马鞍山二中2025届高三年级高考适应性考试
英语试题
(本试卷总分150分，考试时间120分钟)
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，务必将自己的姓名和考号填写在答题卡上。
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它答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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 did the girl do last Friday
A. She took some pictures. B. She had her foot treated. C. She competed in the long jump.
2. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In the taxi. B. At the airport. C. In the hotel.
3. What does Anna think of Jack
A. He’s wise. B. He’s weak-willed. C. He’s honest.
4. What is the conversation mainly about
A. An avenue. B. A ranking list. C. A rich person.
5. Why does the woman choose the left path
A. For distance. B. For safety. C. For curiosity.
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. Why is the girl in the garden
A. To sunbathe. B. To do her schoolwork. C. To build a birdcage.
7. What does the man want the girl to do
A. Have a rest. B. Pick a watermelon. C. Clean her bedroom.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. How many steps at least a day does the new study suggest
A. 10, 000. B. 6, 000. C. 4, 000.
9. What does Dr. Seth Shay Martin advise people to do
A. Walk more to the best of their abilities.
B. Stick to a fixed goal in a period of time.
C. Learn the scientific way of walking.
10. What does the man say about the subjects of the new study
A. None of them had any heart problems.
B. They were all adults from the United States.
C. They were involved in the study for several years.
听第8段材料，回答第11至 13题。
11. Why does Susan feel upset these days
A. She can’t see her own value.
B. Her achievements were laughed at.
C. She has made no progress in drawing.
12. How can Susan boost her confidence according to the man
A. Set achievable goals. B. Make more preparations. C. Focus on her strong points.
13. What does the man tell Susan to do in the end
A. Go easy on herself. B. Learn more skills. C. Make fewer mistakes next time.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. Which word best describes the White City according to the man
A. Dangerous. B. Developed. C. Mysterious.
15. What do we know about Heracleion
A. It was found in 1911. B. It used to be a commercial center. C. It is favored by small tour groups.
16. Where did the woman go last year
A. To Egypt. B. To Peru. C. To Honduras.
17. What will the man introduce next
A. An ancient Greek poet. B. A fictional character. C. A real city.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. When did the cafe begin to be built
A. In March, 2021. B. In April, 2022. C. In May, 2022.
19. Why haven’t Cheng Shuoqin’s team developed any other profitable projects
A. They don’t have enough funds to do so.
B. They are a bit short-handed at the moment.
C. They want visitors to admire the view purely.
20. What is special about the cafe
A. The locals own about a half share of it.
B It is the second-largest cafe in the world.
C. It can sell over 5, 000 cups of coffee each day.
听力答案：1-10 ACBBC BACAC 11-20 ACAAB BCBCA
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
Author and poet Heather Frankland will present the next workshop in The Write Stuff writing series, a 2-hour talk and workshop. It will be held from 10 a. m. to noon, on Saturday, at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Silver City.
The focus of the workshop
Are you interested in writing both love and heartbreak poems Oftentimes, they are the first poems a poet will write, and more than often, they are among the hardest. How can one write a poem about feelings that seem to escape definition How can one write a love poem that doesn’t sound like a copy of other love poems In this talk and workshop, Heather Frankland will guide you through poetry examples, prompts (提示词), exercises, and creative play. In the end, you will walk out with 2-3 poems of your own.
About the presenter
Frankland graduated from New Mexico State University. She once volunteered in Peru and Panama. A collection of her poems, Midwest Musings, was published last fall. The book can be considered a love song to her hometown. In 2022, she was among 12 poets selected to attend Marge Percy’s Poetry Intensive Workshop.
The program information
The Write Stuff, a program hosted by award-winning author and writing instructor Kris Neri, shares the techniques required for writers to improve the professionalism of their works. This program presents a series of in-depth writing workshops throughout the year, offered by some of the most accomplished local authors and instructors on a variety of writing challenges.
Notes for application
All workshops are free and open to the public. No reservations. Seating is enough. Small donations are requested to pay for the space. For more information, contact Kris Neri at krisneri2@ .
1. What will attendees do in the workshop
A. Write some love poems. B. Learn to revise their poems.
C. Explore different forms of poetry. D. Adapt some famous love poems.
2. What can we infer about Heather Frankland
A. She never left her hometown. B. She is an award-winning author.
C. She learned literature in university. D. She released a collection of poems.
3. What is required for attendees
A. A low entrance fee. B. A ticket booked online.
C. A modest contribution. D. A reservation in advance.
B
It was not love at first read; it was rather a serendipitous (偶然的) encounter.
Ever since my childhood I had believed that books are not for me. I tried, but failed. I borrowed Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone from an older cousin at age 12 and couldn’t complete a chapter. I borrowed The Da Vinci Code from another cousin at 15 and, again, failed to understand anything at all. Other than that, I had no interest in reading books.
But then my friend had written a piece for a competition and she wanted us to run it through before she handed it in. It was a short story of no more than a hundred words, titled something on the lines of “Meeting a dead man”. As she began reading it out, I experienced something I had never experienced before. I saw myself walking in the park in the foggy morning hours. I saw a man with a grey scarf sitting on an old wooden bench. I felt fear. I felt curious to know his story. That moment, my journey into the world of books began.
Over the years I figured out that I’m more of a visual and kinesthetic (动觉的) person. I understand information largely through pictures and feelings. When I read a book, I see the video playing in my head and I feel the emotions in my body. A friend of mine suggested I read A Thousand Splendid Suns and The Kite Runner, two masterpieces by Khaled Hosseini. These books fire d an interest in writing for the first time in my life, paving the way for my writing journey.
I feel extremely lucky to have read some of the beautiful literary works and my list continues to grow. My heartfelt thanks go out to the writers and readers who inspired me at different stages of my life and introduced me to books that changed and continue to change my life.
4. How does the author describe his first relation with books
A. By listing numbers. B. By giving examples.
C. By explaining reasons. D. By making comparisons.
5. What changed the author’s relationship with books
A. A talk with an old man. B. The life story of a man.
C. A special writing competition. D. A piece of writing by his friend.
6. How did Khaled Hosseini’s writings influence the author
A. They aroused his interest in writing. B. They showed him how to express emotions.
C. They taught him ways to understand information. D. They helped him figure out his favorite book type.
7. Which of the following would be the best title for the text
A. My Experience of Reading B. The World’s Best Reads
C. My Change from Reading to Writing D. Reading: A Source of Knowledge
C
At the end of the last ice age, Scotland was a truly wild place, where the Highland tiger, a distinctly banded wildcat, and many other animals lived among Caledonian pine forests. But over time, humans cleared the land for wood, fuel, and agriculture. By the turn of the 20th century, only 5 per cent of Scotland’s land area was covered by forest.
Now the country is experiencing a moment for rewilding—in essence, the rebuilding of ecosystems to their natural uncultivated states. No one can quite agree when the rewilding movement officially began, but one popular perspective sets it in the late 1980s. That’s when environmental charity Trees for Life moved the conversation from protecting individual species and specific habitats to restoring ecological processes on a larger scale.
Today, Trees for Life is also responsible for a world first in rewilding. Beginning in spring 2023, visitors who travel to Glenmoriston, a valley in the Scottish Highlands, are able to experience the immersive Dundreggan Rewilding Centre. Located in pinewoods on Trees for Life’s 10, 000-acre estate, the campus has been developed to showcase the ambitious project.
This area is now home to 4, 000 native plant and animal species. The hope is that visitors will be inspired to reengage with nature in new ways. For full immersion, the rewilding centre, with exhibitions and classrooms, will house a 40-bed complex for researchers and volunteers.
In a landscape where nature-based tourism accounts for nearly 40 per cent of all visitor spend, according to government agency NatureScot, new ecotourism projects are being driven by other reintroduced species. Visitors arrive to “come to the end of the road, to connect to the environment, and to feel spiritual,” as Paul Lister, a conservationist, puts it.
For now, Scotland is not as it once was. While it’s appealing to see a visit to its rewilding area as a journey back in time, it’s more accurately a visit to a place with a more positive future.
8. What can we learn about Scotland’s rewilding movement
A. It aimed to recreate the scene of the ice age. B. It officially began in the early 20th century.
C. Trees for Life played a key role in starting it. D. Trees for Life solely funded it in the late 1980s.
9. What do the underlined words “This area” in paragraph 4 refer to
A. Caledonian pine forests. B. Dundreggan Rewilding Centre.
C. Valleys in the Scottish Highlands. D. The headquarter of Trees for Life.
10. What can visitors probably do in the rewilding centre
A. Enjoy a hunting trip. B. Engage with exhibitions.
C. Learn about the history of Scotland. D. Support urban development projects.
11. What is the author’s attitude to Scotland’s rewilding projects
A. Hopeful. B. Objective. C. Concerned. D. Disappointed.
D
Eggs have long been recognized as a nutritional powerhouse by dietary specialists, offering high-quality protein at relatively low cost. Despite recent price changes caused by bird flu outbreaks, they remain more economical than most meats and seafood. Their various cooking methods and portability make them particularly suitable for beginners in the kitchen.
Cardiologists (心脏病医生) frequently encounter questions about eggs’ cholesterol (胆固醇) content. A single egg contains 207mg of dietary cholesterol, nearly triple that found in a typical breakfast sausage. However, Dr. Martha Gulati of Cedars-Sinai Smidt Heart Institute clarifies that dietary cholesterol doesn’t directly translate to blood cholesterol levels. “The liver produces low-density lipoprotein (LDL) (低密度脂蛋白) primarily in response to saturated fat (饱和脂肪) intake, not dietary cholesterol,” she explains. With only 1.6g saturated fat per egg compared to 3.7g in a sausage link, eggs present a healthier choice. This understanding prompted the 2015-2019 dietary guideline revisions, with both U. S. nutrition authorities and the American Heart Association removing cholesterol limits while emphasizing moderation.
Nutritional analysis reveals eggs’ unique advantages. Each 70-calorie egg delivers 6.3g complete protein containing all nine essential amino acids (氨基酸) that humans must obtain from food. Moreover, they rank among the richest natural sources of choline (胆碱) —169 mg per egg, addressing 31% of adults’ daily requirement. This nutrient also supports crucial development of unborn babies, making adequate intake vital for pregnant women. “While choline deficiency is uncommon, over 90% of expectant mothers fall short of recommended levels, ” notes dietitian Razan Hallak from Ohio State University.
Safe consumption practices include thorough cooking and pairing strategies. Nutritionists recommend using heart-healthy oils like olive oil instead of butter, and combining eggs with vegetables or whole grains rather than processed meats. “The problem often lies not with eggs themselves, but with their typical high-fat companions like bacon,” cautions Dr. Philip Greenland of Northwestern University. Current research supports moderate consumption of 1 egg daily or 2 every other day as part of balanced diets.
12. What primarily causes increased LDL according to Dr. Gulati
A. Dietary cholesterol intake. B. High blood cholesterol levels.
C. Nutritionally balanced diets. D. Liver’s response to saturated fat.
13. Which statement agrees with revised dietary guidelines
A. Eggs should be completely avoided by heart patients.
B. Saturated fat control outweighs cholesterol concerns.
C. Strict cholesterol limits remain essential for consumers.
D. The maximum daily egg consumption must be made clear.
14. What cooking advice do experts emphasize
A. Using butter for better flavor. B. Combining with processed meats.
C. Prioritizing vegetable pairings. D. Consuming raw for maximum nutrition.
15. What is the main purpose of the article
A. To discuss the cholesterol content in eggs.
B. To warn people about cholesterol dangers.
C. To compare the pros and cons of different protein sources.
D. To explain eggs’ nutritional value and proper ways to eat them.
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。
The Laba Festival is celebrated on the 8th day of the 12th lunar month in China. It is a traditional festival to pray for a good harvest and good luck in the coming year. ___16___ . As an old Chinese saying goes, “The Spring Festival comes right after the Laba Festival. ”
___17___ . This time-honored tradition is said to have started in the Song Dynasty when people from all walks of life made and ate Laba porridge. In the Qing Dynasty, the tradition of enjoying Laba porridge was still especially popular. ___18___ , but also sent it to others as a gift. The Laba Festival was also a day of charity. Wealthy families would prepare a huge pot to cook the porridge and give it to the poor. It was also during that time that temples began to offer Laba porridge to their visitors.
Traditionally, Laba porridge, usually sweetish, contains eight kinds of fresh grains, melons, and fruits. Its ingredients may vary slightly from place to place. ___19___ . The Laba Festival is also the day when people choose top-quality garlic and put it in vinegar. By the time the Lunar New Year’s Eve arrives, the garlic, a perfect match for dumplings, will have turned a beautiful green color.
Traditional festivals like the Laba Festival provide valuable chances for family members to get together, serving as a channel for maintaining family connections. ___20___ .
A. However, they remain basically the same
B. The Laba Festival marks the beginning of the Spring Festival
C. People not only cooked the dish for their own family members
D. There are different versions of the source of the Laba porridge
E. They not only exchange gifts of Laba porridge to express good wishes
F. In the process of celebrating them, people feel their family ties deepened
G. Enjoying Laba porridge is perhaps the most important tradition of the Laba Festival
第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I was 60 when I started learning to play the concertina (六角手风琴). All my life I had enjoyed listening to music, but I thought: I’m not a(n) ___21___.
Just over six years ago, I got a(n) ___22___ disease. I was a baker with my own business. I had to ___23___ quickly and have surgery and chemotherapy (化疗). ___24___ a month in hospital gave me time to think about what I was going to do with my ___25___. It was time, I felt, to dream some dreams and ___26___ some castles in the air.
I had always rather liked the sound of concertinas so I thought I’d give it a ___27___. On the day I got out of hospital, I ___28___ one. I wanted to go ___29___ into the folk tunes I enjoyed. I struggled to find a concertina teacher in my hometown of Cambridge, but I didn’t let that ___30___ me. I bought a book and started ___31___ to people playing the tunes I wanted to learn on YouTube.
Now, thanks to the internet, I can ___32___ folk tunes from 200 years ago and bring them to ___33___. After playing the concertina for half an hour a day, every day, for six years, I’m now at the point where I can put my own ___34___ on some of these tunes. Playing the concertina gives me a sense of ___35___ and I’m sure it’s doing me good.
21. A. singer B. teacher C. player D. actor
22. A. stress-related B. life-threatening C. occupational D. preventable
23. A. sell up B. run away C. set off D. break in
24. A. Wasting B. Mentioning C. Serving D. Spending
25. A. graduation B. marriage C. retirement D. education
26. A. witness B. build C. ignore D. preserve
27. A. test B. name C. go D. second
28. A. purchased B. encountered C. submitted D. recommended
29. A. longer B. faster C. lower D. deeper
30. A. save B. stop C. sustain D. stimulate
31. A. referring B. applying C. appealing D. listening
32. A. create B. access C. remember D. recognize
33. A. life B. market C. safety D. mind
34. A. guarantee B. requirement C. interpretation D. limitation
35. A. achievement B. justice C. urgency D. responsibility
第二节(共10小题;每小题1. 5分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The China West Airport Group Museum of Heritage displays more than 120 cultural relics unearthed for the airport’s construction. ___36___ (historic) known as Chang’an, Xi’an was the capital of many Chinese dynasties. The area ___37___ the airport is located served as a burial site for many officials and nobles. From June 2020 to October 2022, during the airport’s third-phase ___38___ (expand), the Shaanxi Academy of Archaeology uncovered 6, 848 ancient cultural sites ___39___ (comprise)4, 093 tombs and 2, 755 historical sites.
The museum aims to fully showcase the process of cultural relic preservation. It also highlights Shaanxi’s vital role ___40___ the starting point of the ancient Silk Road.
The museum’s exhibits are organized into three main sections. The permanent exhibition, Chang’an Everlasting Peace, ___41___ (house) in the Hall of Convergence, which highlights dynastic shifts, trade and cultural ___42___ (exchange) along the Silk Road, and the prosperity of ancient Chang’an. The Hall of Treasure, ___43___ dedicated space of 88 square meters, hosts exhibitions that will change every three to six months. The final section, ___44___ (exhibit) temporarily, highlights the development of local tea culture.
Looking ahead, the museum plans to integrate reality technology and virtual reality ___45___ (create)immersive experiences that transport visitors to the ancient world of Chang’an.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华，正在英国学习。当地一所学校下周要举办中国传统文化展，需要招收数名志愿者，你有意报名参加。请你给学校负责人Mr. Smith写一封邮件，内容包括：
1. 写邮件目的；
2. 你的优势；
3. 表达期待。
注意：
1. 写作词数应80个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Mr. Smith,
I am Li Hua, a Chinese student currently studying in the UK.
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Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
Li Hua
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。
If you had to choose one word to describe Kevin, it might have been “slow”. He didn’t learn his ABCs as fast as other kids. He never came in first in the schoolyard races. However, Kevin’s passion for life was quite contagious (有感染力的). His smile was brighter than the sun in June; his heart bigger than the mountain sky.
Basketball was the center of Kevin’s life. At practice, he worked so hard. He liked to stand in a certain spot near the free-throw line and shoot baskets. Patiently, he stood there throwing ball after ball after ball, until finally it would pass through the hoop (篮筐).
Kevin and his whole team truly loved basketball. But just loving the game doesn’t help you win. More balls fell out of the basket than into it, and the boys lost every game that season by very large margins (差距). At the end of the season, as the last-place team, they drew the unfortunate spot of playing against the first-place team, the tall, undefeated first-place team. The game went pretty much as expected, and near the middle of the fourth quarter, Kevin’s team stood nearly 30 points behind.
At that point, one of Kevin’s teammates called time-out. “Coach Randy, ” said the boy. “This is our last game and I know that Kevin has played in every game, but he’s never made a basket. I think we should let Kevin make a basket. ” With the game completely out of reach, the idea seemed reasonable, so plans were made.
Every time Kevin’s team had the ball, Kevin was to stand in his special spot near the free-throw line and they would give him the ball. His first shot missed. Number 17 from the other team took the ball away, scoring two more points. As soon as Kevin’s team had the ball again, they passed it to Kevin who obediently (顺从地) stood in his spot. But he missed again. This pattern continued a few more times until Number 17 finally understood the plan of Kevin’s team.
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。
So, Number 17 threw the ball to Kevin who shot and missed again.
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Coach Randy realized the game was already over but everyone was still cheering for Kevin.
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