2025年春高一年级第二次质量调研
英语试题
考生注意：
1. 本试卷分选择题和非选择题两部分。满分150分，考试时间120分钟。
2. 答题前，考生务必用直径0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔将密封线内项目填写清楚。
3. 考生作答时，请将答案答在答题卡上。选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑；非选择题请用直径0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔在答题卡上各题的答题区域内作答，超出答题区域书写的答案无效，在试题卷、草稿纸上作答无效。
4. 本卷命题范围：人教版必修第三册Unit1至Unit3。
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。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 are the speakers mainly talking about
A. An artwork. B. A news report. C. A famous painter.
2. When will the first performance end
A. At 7:00. B. At 8:00. C. At 9:00.
3. What is Jack busy doing
A. Organizing a race. B. Arranging a meeting. C. Writing a term paper.
4. What are the speakers probably going to do
A. Go to a bank. B. Get a good job. C. Sign up for a race.
5. How will the woman go to the city library
A. By car. B. By bus. C. On foot.
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. Why does the woman talk to the man
A. For a position. B. For the discount. C. For a new worker.
7. What will the man do next
A Return some money. B. Talk with the manager. C. Pay for the new product.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8. What does Richard plan to do during the summer vacation
A. Work in a company. B. Start his own business. C. Wash dishes in a restaurant.
9. What does Richard advise the woman to do
A. Teach in a senior high school. B. Write articles for a newspaper. C. Help children with their study.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
10. What does the woman like best about the film
A. Its plot. B. Its title. C. Its actors.
11. What is the film mainly about
A. A hunter. B. An island. C. An adventure.
12. Who plays the lead role
A. Emily Stone. B. Tom Johnson. C. Michael Wilson.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
13. Why does the man make the phone call
A. To cancel an interview. B. To get some information. C. To discuss some programs.
14. What does Leaney think of the job
A. It fits her well. B. It is too boring. C. It changes a lot.
15. Why does Leaney prefer smaller companies
A. They feature high pay. B. They have short office hours. C. They serve customers better.
16. What will Leaney do before working for the company
A Hand in a report. B. Visit her parents. C. Go back to school.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17. At what age did Dessi start protecting birds
A. Four. B. Six. C. Eight.
18. What has Dessi been doing for bluebirds
A. Planting trees in spring. B. Building bluebird boxes. C. Feeding them every day.
19. Why does Dessi run the website
A. To raise money for birds. B. To do research into birds. C. To teach people about birds.
20. What is the speaker probably doing
A. Hosting a program. B. Attending a lecture. C. Delivering a speech.
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
2025 promises to be another year for great art exhibitions. From 15th-century Italy to new works by living artists, there is something for everyone. We round up Turner and Constable from Tate Britain, which is the UK’s national gallery of British art from 1500 to the present day.
Plenty of artists who have big anniversaries (周年纪念日) in 2025 are not getting exhibitions. Jean Francois Millet might have been expected to get better recognition than the small show at the National Gallery with Life on the Land (August 7 — October 19, 2025). Robert Rauschenberg will have a collection of exhibitions in 2025 across the globe. Tate Britain will give J. M. W. Turner major birthday honors on November 27, 2025: a joint (共同的) show with John Constable which runs until April 12, 2026 (the latter’s anniversary).
Chalk and cheese painters and personalities, the two men had very different but equally influential landscape styles. This is being described as “the definitive exhibition”, a combination of the artists’ personal stories, with added details from sketchbooks and artifacts, running alongside a context of industrialization, urbanization, and changing views of landscape. On one hand, Turner was driven by his love of travel, drama, and narrative, on the other, Constable was characterized by his careful observation and homesickness, but above all both loved nature and sought the best means they could to represent it.
This is billed as the heavyweight battle of the year but these artists complement (补充) each other. However you like your landscape, you will find it here.
21. When will the exhibition at Tate Britain take place
A. On April 16. B. On August 7.
C. On October 19. D. On November 27.
22. What did Turner and Constable have in common
A. They were born in the same year.
B. They were major landscape painters.
C. They shared similar personalities.
D. They reflected homesickness in their works.
23. Where is this text probably taken from
A. An art magazine. B. A review of paintings.
C. A history textbook. D. A guidebook to a city.
B
Kari Lehman can’t imagine life without the free after-school program at Beaver River School in Beaver Falls, New York. Each afternoon, her two sons, aged 7 and 11, get hands-on help with homework, a healthy snack, fun activities and chances to make friends — while she and her husband finish their workdays. “They get their homework done, move their bodies, socialize — and then our evenings are free for family time,” Lehman says. “So we can have dinner together and spend time as a family. It would actually change our lives, our family, if we didn’t have this program.”
The program at Beaver River is just one of 18 after-school programs at schools across New York, serving over 1,200 students at no cost. Each day, the first hour is for academics (学业). School-day teachers work one-on-one with children who need extra help in math, reading, or any other school subject. The second hour is for hands-on projects. Students try activities in science, cooking, art, health, and career skills while also learning teamwork and building confidence.
Last year, nearly 60% of students participating (参加) in the programs improved their math grades, around 80% of students got A’s in English exams, and close to 100% of parents reported satisfaction. In one survey of the parents of more than 700 students, 93% of parents said their children showed overall well-being because of their participation in the programs.
Beyond academics, the programs host family nights, and community events. Last year, the programs each hosted more than 25 events for families, providing opportunities for the whole family to connect with the school, with nearly 100% of attendees rating the events as effective. “The program makes us feel like we’re a part of the community by bringing the families in and helping us build relationships,” says Makenna Grunert, a mother who has two kids.
24. What do we learn from Lehman’s words
A. Children should learn to do housework.
B. The program takes a long time every day.
C. She is quite satisfied with the program.
D. Her family seldom gather for dinner now.
25. What is the second paragraph mainly about
A. Educators working for the program.
B. The daily class schedule of the program.
C. A hands-on project for senior students.
D. The importance of after-school programs.
26. Which is the percentage of the participating students raising their math grades last year
A. About 60%. B. Nearly 80%. C. 93%. D. 100%.
27. Grunert believes the after-school program brings a sense of ________.
A. safety B. humour C. curiosity D. belonging
C
Many people in America believe that “more is better”. College students often share this idea when they use laptops in class. Laptops do allow students to do more, like engage in online activities, and access information from the Internet. In fact, students who use laptops often take many more notes than those who write by hand. Moreover, when students take notes using laptops, they tend to take notes verbatim, writing down every word the teacher says. Obviously, they believe that it is advantageous to take more complete notes that are useful for later review.
However, research by Pam Mueller and Daniel Oppenheimer shows a surprising result. Across the experiments, Mueller and Oppenheimer had students take notes in a classroom setting and then tested students on their memory for factual detail, their conceptual (概念的) understanding of the material, and their ability to generalize the information. Half of the students were instructed to take notes with a laptop, and the other half were instructed to write the notes out by hand. In each study, however, those who wrote out their notes by hand had a stronger conceptual understanding and were more successful in applying the material than those who took notes with their laptops.
What drives this unexpected finding Writing by hand is slower and forces students to listen carefully. They must think about what is important and then summarize the information in their own words. This process makes the brain work harder and helps them understand and remember better. On the other hand, typing on a laptop is so fast that many students write everything down without thinking deeply about the lecture. This type of note-taking does not help them learn well.
The research by Mueller and Oppenheimer serves as a reminder, however, that even when technology allows us to do more in less time, it does not always foster (促进) learning. Even though laptops let students record a lot of information quickly, deep learning happens when the brain must work to choose and summarize key ideas.
28. What does the underlined word “verbatim” in the first paragraph mean
A. Regularly. B. Nervously. C. Exactly as spoken. D. Creatively as expected.
29. What do Mueller and Oppenheimer find in their research
A. More complete notes are very useful for later review.
B. Students who write out their notes on paper learn more.
C. College teachers increasingly turn to technology in class.
D. Students who take notes with a laptop outperform the rest.
30. What does the author focus on in paragraph 3
A. Giving an example. B. Introducing a new topic.
C. Making a summary. D. Offering an explanation.
31. What should students do when it comes to learning according to the text
A. Use more brain power instead of technology.
B. Produce a written record as soon as possible.
C. Have a memory test shortly after each lesson.
D. Brush up on some language points repeatedly.
D
A recent study of Asian elephants in northern Cambodia shows a larger population than previously thought, raising hopes that the endangered species could slowly recover.
Researchers, with the help of the Fauna & Flora conservation group, collected samples (取样) from elephant waste in Cambodia’s northern plains and extracted (提取) DNA. From the DNA, they were able to figure out individual elephants, population size, and determine the sex of the animals and the overall genetic diversity of the population.
From their work, they discovered that there are around 51 elephants in the Prey Lang, Preah Roka, and Chhaeb Wildlife Sanctuaries, with greater genetic diversity — which helps animals stay healthy and survive longer, the researchers said — than in two other areas of the country where elephants live.
Overall, some 400 to 600 Asian elephants are believed to remain living in the wild in Cambodia. Researchers said the study’s findings underscore the potential (潜力) of the northern area studied to become a national stronghold for Asian elephants, contributing to Cambodia’s biodiversity conservation goals.
“Still, problems remain. Deforestation and habitat degradation continue to be a serious concern,” said Pablo Sinovas, director of Fauna & Flora in Cambodia. “This study provides a strong base to support conservation efforts and landscape management.”
The research was carried out in the 2020-21 dry season, but Sinovas said since elephants reproduce slowly, it is not thought that the population size would have changed significantly since then.
Researchers want to conduct similar studies elsewhere in Cambodia and in other countries, such as neighboring Vietnam where the Asian elephants face similar challenges with small populations. “We were very pleasantly surprised by the results of the project,” said Alex Ball, co-author of the study. “We now hope to apply this methodology across Cambodia and beyond, helping to build a clearer picture of Asian elephant numbers and guide efforts to stop the fall in the populations of these remarkable animals.”
32. What does the new study show about Asian elephants in northern Cambodia
A There is a slow growth in their populations.
B. They have a smaller population than expected.
C. Their habitats have doubled in the previous years.
D. Genetic diversity has little impact on their survival.
33. What can we infer about the northern area studied in Cambodia
A. It is home to a new species of elephants.
B. It has been protected as a tourist attraction.
C. It has been divided into small parts since 2020.
D. It provides a valuable habitat for Asian elephants.
34. What is Sinovas’ attitude toward the study
A. Uncaring. B. Positive. C. Doubtful. D. Concerned.
35. What do the researchers plan to do next
A. Post the pictures of elephants they have studied.
B. Address other challenges facing Asian elephants.
C. Work with the local villagers to build elephant parks.
D. Support the recovery of Asian elephants in other areas.
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。
Building trust in a friendship is not a one-time event. ____36____. Trust grows when both work to create a safe space where they can share their true selves, even during times of conflict (冲突). The following behaviors explain how to build and keep trust.
Keep your promises. ____37____. If you have broken trust in the past, show your friends that you are serious about change by consistently being truthful. Each time you honour your word, you lighten the emotional (情感的) load your friends carry and help rebuild their confidence in you.
Learn how to communicate effectively. Good communication is key to building trust. Use simple language to explain your feelings, needs, and limits. Be clear about what you can and cannot promise to do. When misunderstandings occur, speak with the intention to connect or, if necessary, to repair rather than justify your actions. And be open to feedback, even when it is hard to hear. ____38____.
Practice empathy. Empathy means putting yourself in friends’ shoes. ____39____. By validating (认可) their emotions, you show that you care about their well-being. This approach is important for a strong connection, as it shows that you value your friends’ feelings and are ready to support them through both good times and bad.
____40____. Take time to consider your decisions carefully. Avoid thoughtless actions that could hurt your friends or break the trust you have built. Thinking about what could happen first before making promises shows you are meant to keep a supportive relationship.
A. Think before you act.
B. Social life is also important to us.
C. It is a process that requires ongoing effort.
D. So you should talk to your friend face to face.
E. When you make a promise, follow through with your actions.
F. Listen carefully to their experiences and try to feel what they feel.
G. That enables both to grow closer and understand each other better.
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。
Andrea Mundie was chosen for the charitable project through Student Works Painting — a company that ____41____ young painters while also giving back to the community. On Friday, both experienced painters and beginners ____42____ and painted around Mundie’s home.
Mundie, who first ____43____ cancer in 2022, learned in January that it had returned and spread to her brain. Doctors were able to ____44____ the tumor (肿瘤), but she continues to battle the disease.
Despite the challenges, the project brought ____45____ and togetherness for her and her four children, who helped during the painting.
“When we saw it after it was done, it just looked so ____46____,” Mundie told North Shore News. “Something as ____47____ as paint just changes the whole look of everything.” She also ____48____ how the experience reminded her of the ____49____ of receiving kindness. “It’s taken me a little bit of time to learn that it’s a good thing to say yes to things,” she said. “When you don’t accept things like that from people, you kind of take that ____50____ away from them too. Accepting things sometimes has ____51____ effects.”
Looking ahead, Student Works Painting ____52____ to continue making a lasting difference in the communities they support. “It’s a bit more than just a painting ____53____,” said Tomoki Okamura, manager for Student Works Painting. “We want to ____54____ be a bigger part of it and show the ____55____ to the community, more than just painting houses.”
41. A. replaces B. trains C. pays D. selects
42. A. studied B. reacted C. called D. gathered
43. A. suffered B. knew C. accepted D. fancied
44. A. find B. limit C. remove D. measure
45. A. creativity B. tension C. struggle D. joy
46. A. massive B. clean C. precious D. usual
47. A. simple B. legal C. harmless D. convenient
48. A. kept track of B. focused on C. thought about D. took charge of
49. A. risk B. way C. attempt D. importance
50. A. appreciation B. experience C. balance D. energy
51. A. immediate B. striking C. negative D. alarming
52. A. fails B. happens C. refuses D. aims
53. A. business B. skill C. ability D. destination
54. A. typically B. mentally C. obviously D. originally
55. A. love B. opportunity C. anxiety D. honesty
第二节（满分25分）
56. 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。
David Chambers, a young volunteer firefighter, was about to finish his night shift(轮班). Everything seemed normal that night until a loud crash(碰撞)broke the quiet near his sister’s house. Without thinking twice, David ran toward the sound to see what had happened.
When arriving there, David saw two cars that had crashed into each other. One of the cars was a police patrol car. The scene looked very terrible, and there were some people standing around who were worried and scared. Thick smoke was rising from the cars, and the smell of oil filled the air. Amidst all this mess, David noticed that something was not right with the police car.
David quickly checked the car. He soon found a man trapped inside. That man was Officer Mark Kimsey. His body was stuck under the broken glass and twisted metal, and it was clear that he needed help right away. David was scared, his heart beating fast, but his mind stayed clear.
As he approached the car, David could feel the heat radiating(散发)from it. The situation looked very dangerous. The car was likely to catch fire anytime. Even though the heat was strong, David did not lose his focus. His training as a firefighter had prepared him well for such moments. He did not think about the danger that lay ahead. All he thought about was to save Officer Kimsey.
At the same time, a kind passerby joined David to help at once. Together, they planned to pull the trapped officer out through one of the broken windows. The window was the only way out because the main door was stuck. Every second counted as the air inside the car was filled with smoke. They had to act fast.
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。
David reached inside the car and found Officer Kimsey’s hand.
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In the days that followed, the story of David’s rescue spread far and wide.
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第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
57. 你校将于6月5日世界环境日当天举办一场关于环保的英语演讲比赛。请你以Every Small Action Counts为题写一篇发言稿参赛，内容包括：
1. 分析个人行为对环保的作用；
2. 简要陈述具体建议。
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。
Every Small Action Counts
Good morning, everyone!
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Thank you!
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 increase in interest in Yue Opera originates from the success of New Dragon Gate Inn by the Zhejiang Xiaobaihua Yue Opera Theatre, which ____58____ (play) on the stage for the first time last year. The show, ____59____ (adapt) from the 1992 classic action movie of the same name, sold out within minutes, and ____60____ (it) actors got millions of followers on social media platforms.
Traditionally, Yue Opera has appealed firstly to middle-aged and older audiences. But this time, it drew significant interest from young Chinese, largely due ____61____ the guochao, or “Chinese chic,” movement, a revival (复苏) of interest in traditional Chinese elements.
The adoption of small theater formats, improving both the audience experience and accessibility, has also played a crucial role in ____62____ (make) this art form resonate (引起共鸣) with the young.
“As young individuals learn about ____63____ develop an interest in Yue Opera, they may start attending a ____64____ (perform), participating in a competition, and even seeking professional careers as actors,” Bao Yajuan, a well-known Yue Opera performer says.
Unlike other Chinese operas, ____65____ frequently feature acrobatics and martial arts, Yue Opera emphasizes singing, where the style is particularly suited for telling love ____66____ (story). Today, it ranks as the second most popular form of Chinese operas, right behind the _____67_____ (global) recognized Peking Opera.2025年春高一年级第二次质量调研
英语试题
考生注意：
1. 本试卷分选择题和非选择题两部分。满分150分，考试时间120分钟。
2. 答题前，考生务必用直径0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔将密封线内项目填写清楚。
3. 考生作答时，请将答案答在答题卡上。选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑；非选择题请用直径0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔在答题卡上各题的答题区域内作答，超出答题区域书写的答案无效，在试题卷、草稿纸上作答无效。
4. 本卷命题范围：人教版必修第三册Unit1至Unit3。
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。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 are the speakers mainly talking about
A. An artwork. B. A news report. C. A famous painter.
【答案】A
【原文】M: Excuse me, can you tell me the title of this oil painting
W: Sorry, I don’t know for sure. But I guess it’s an early 18th-century work.
2. When will the first performance end
A. At 7:00. B. At 8:00. C. At 9:00.
【答案】C
【原文】W: Could you tell me the starting time for both performances
M: The first begins at 7:00 o’clock, and it lasts two hours. The second follows immediately.
3. What is Jack busy doing
A. Organizing a race. B. Arranging a meeting. C. Writing a term paper.
【答案】B
【原文】W: Jack, would you like to join the school tennis club It’s wonderful.
M: I just turned in my term paper and now I am collecting information for the school conference, which is to begin next week.
4. What are the speakers probably going to do
A. Go to a bank. B. Get a good job. C. Sign up for a race.
【答案】A
【原文】M: I need some cash for my trip to Macao tomorrow. I will run and get some.
W: I will go with you. I need some fresh air and exercise.
5. How will the woman go to the city library
A. By car. B. By bus. C. On foot.
【答案】B
【原文】W: Excuse me, sir. Could you tell me how I can get to the city library
M: Are you driving or taking public transportation
W: Well, I spent the whole day yesterday driving to see all the sights, so today I think I’d like to go by 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. Why does the woman talk to the man
A. For a position. B. For the discount. C. For a new worker.
7. What will the man do next
A Return some money. B. Talk with the manager. C. Pay for the new product.
【答案】6. B 7. A
【原文】W: Excuse me, I’m looking for the... are you the manager
M: Yes, I am. What can I do for you
W: I bought this yesterday, but I didn’t look at the receipt until today-and I’m shocked that I didn’t get the discount that you were advertising. I thought that this item would be 25% off!
M: May I have a look Hmm... it says it was checked out on register four — that’s Heather. She is new on staff, so she probably didn’t know about the sale. I’m very sorry about that. I’ll fix the problem right away and get you some cash.
W: Thanks very much. I’ll just be waiting over there.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8. What does Richard plan to do during the summer vacation
A. Work in a company. B. Start his own business. C. Wash dishes in a restaurant.
9. What does Richard advise the woman to do
A. Teach in a senior high school. B. Write articles for a newspaper. C. Help children with their study.
【答案】8. A 9. C
【原文】W: Richard, what are you going to do during the summer vacation
M: I think I will work in the family business. My father runs a small building firm.
W: You are lucky. I haven’t found a job yet.
M: Finding a proper job is becoming more and more difficult.
W: If the worst comes to the worst, I think I’ll be a dishwasher.
M: You can teach children how to study and help them.
W: How can I do that
M: You can put an advertisement in the local newspaper to find some pupils or high school students.
W: OK, I’ll try.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
10. What does the woman like best about the film
A. Its plot. B. Its title. C. Its actors.
11. What is the film mainly about
A. A hunter. B. An island. C. An adventure.
12. Who plays the lead role
A. Emily Stone. B. Tom Johnson. C. Michael Wilson.
【答案】10. A 11. C 12. B
【原文】W: Hey, have you watched the new movie The Lost Treasure
M: No, I haven’t. Is it any good
W: Oh, you have to watch it! It’s an adventure-based film with incredible visual effects. What attracts me most is its fantastic plot. The storyline is interesting!
M: Well, what’s it about
W: It follows a group of treasure hunters who went on a dangerous journey to find a long-lost treasure hidden in a remote island. Along the way, they encounter thrilling and unexpected adventures.
M: Who are the main actors
W: Well, the lead role is played by Tom Johnson. He does a phenomenal job in this movie. The supporting cast is also impressive, with talented actors like Emily Stone and Michael Wilson.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
13. Why does the man make the phone call
A. To cancel an interview. B. To get some information. C. To discuss some programs.
14. What does Leaney think of the job
A. It fits her well. B. It is too boring. C. It changes a lot.
15. Why does Leaney prefer smaller companies
A. They feature high pay. B. They have short office hours. C. They serve customers better.
16. What will Leaney do before working for the company
A Hand in a report. B. Visit her parents. C. Go back to school.
【答案】13. B 14. A 15. C 16. B
【原文】M: Hello, can I speak to Miss Leaney
W: This is Leaney. May I know who’s calling
M: I’m Adam Watt from the Seven Star Insurance Company. Thank you for your interest in our company. I need some more information from your side.
W: Oh, sure, Mr. Watt. Please go ahead.
M: You’ve got a degree in finance. Why did you apply for this job
W: I read the job description and discovered a few interesting programs that I’d like to be a part of. They’re challenging yet rewarding. Just the sort of things I consider to fit me best.
M: I see. But given your educational background, wouldn’t you want to work for some bigger companies
W: I prefer smaller companies to bigger ones because a smaller business has the ability to be more flexible in its service offerings. In a small company, we can provide our customers with the exact service that they need.
M: That’s very interesting. When will you be available for employment
W: In two weeks. I’ve promised my parents a ten-day visit. I can start work immediately after I’m back.
M: Great! I will call you back in a couple of days about our final decision.
W: OK. Thank you very much.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17. At what age did Dessi start protecting birds
A. Four. B. Six. C. Eight.
18. What has Dessi been doing for bluebirds
A. Planting trees in spring. B. Building bluebird boxes. C. Feeding them every day.
19. Why does Dessi run the website
A. To raise money for birds. B. To do research into birds. C. To teach people about birds.
20. What is the speaker probably doing
A. Hosting a program. B. Attending a lecture. C. Delivering a speech.
【答案】17. C 18. B 19. C 20. A
【原文】 M: Hello, everyone. Today’s guest is just 14 years old, and he is protecting birds around the world. His name is Dessi Sieburth. His love of birds started when he made his first bird feeder about six years ago. Now, he has his own group called “Protecting Our Birds”. He has been making western bluebird boxes for about four years. Dessi hangs them up in trees and takes them down every week and looks at them to see if the bluebirds are nesting. He does that every year during the summer. He chooses the bluebird because they nest in dead trees, but a lot of dead trees are being cut down. Dessi makes these boxes to take the place of the trees. He does research about birds, runs a website to teach people about birds and how to help them, and builds boxes for birds. Dessi has interviewed biologists, written a lot of articles on birds for local newspaper. Dessi also recently spent 10 days in Alaska with his family where he did research on golden eagles in Denali National Park. So now let’s welcome Dessi Sieburth!
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
2025 promises to be another year for great art exhibitions. From 15th-century Italy to new works by living artists, there is something for everyone. We round up Turner and Constable from Tate Britain, which is the UK’s national gallery of British art from 1500 to the present day.
Plenty of artists who have big anniversaries (周年纪念日) in 2025 are not getting exhibitions. Jean Francois Millet might have been expected to get better recognition than the small show at the National Gallery with Life on the Land (August 7 — October 19, 2025). Robert Rauschenberg will have a collection of exhibitions in 2025 across the globe. Tate Britain will give J. M. W. Turner major birthday honors on November 27, 2025: a joint (共同的) show with John Constable which runs until April 12, 2026 (the latter’s anniversary).
Chalk and cheese painters and personalities, the two men had very different but equally influential landscape styles. This is being described as “the definitive exhibition”, a combination of the artists’ personal stories, with added details from sketchbooks and artifacts, running alongside a context of industrialization, urbanization, and changing views of landscape. On one hand, Turner was driven by his love of travel, drama, and narrative, on the other, Constable was characterized by his careful observation and homesickness, but above all both loved nature and sought the best means they could to represent it.
This is billed as the heavyweight battle of the year but these artists complement (补充) each other. However you like your landscape, you will find it here.
21. When will the exhibition at Tate Britain take place
A. On April 16. B. On August 7.
C. On October 19. D. On November 27.
22. What did Turner and Constable have in common
A. They were born in the same year.
B. They were major landscape painters.
C. They shared similar personalities.
D. They reflected homesickness in their works.
23. Where is this text probably taken from
A. An art magazine. B. A review of paintings.
C. A history textbook. D. A guidebook to a city.
【答案】21. D 22. B 23. A
B
Kari Lehman can’t imagine life without the free after-school program at Beaver River School in Beaver Falls, New York. Each afternoon, her two sons, aged 7 and 11, get hands-on help with homework, a healthy snack, fun activities and chances to make friends — while she and her husband finish their workdays. “They get their homework done, move their bodies, socialize — and then our evenings are free for family time,” Lehman says. “So we can have dinner together and spend time as a family. It would actually change our lives, our family, if we didn’t have this program.”
The program at Beaver River is just one of 18 after-school programs at schools across New York, serving over 1,200 students at no cost. Each day, the first hour is for academics (学业). School-day teachers work one-on-one with children who need extra help in math, reading, or any other school subject. The second hour is for hands-on projects. Students try activities in science, cooking, art, health, and career skills while also learning teamwork and building confidence.
Last year, nearly 60% of students participating (参加) in the programs improved their math grades, around 80% of students got A’s in English exams, and close to 100% of parents reported satisfaction. In one survey of the parents of more than 700 students, 93% of parents said their children showed overall well-being because of their participation in the programs.
Beyond academics, the programs host family nights, and community events. Last year, the programs each hosted more than 25 events for families, providing opportunities for the whole family to connect with the school, with nearly 100% of attendees rating the events as effective. “The program makes us feel like we’re a part of the community by bringing the families in and helping us build relationships,” says Makenna Grunert, a mother who has two kids.
24. What do we learn from Lehman’s words
A. Children should learn to do housework.
B. The program takes a long time every day.
C. She is quite satisfied with the program.
D. Her family seldom gather for dinner now.
25. What is the second paragraph mainly about
A. Educators working for the program.
B. The daily class schedule of the program.
C. A hands-on project for senior students.
D. The importance of after-school programs.
26. Which is the percentage of the participating students raising their math grades last year
A. About 60%. B. Nearly 80%. C. 93%. D. 100%.
27. Grunert believes the after-school program brings a sense of ________.
A. safety B. humour C. curiosity D. belonging
【答案】24. C 25. B 26. A 27. D
C
Many people in America believe that “more is better”. College students often share this idea when they use laptops in class. Laptops do allow students to do more, like engage in online activities, and access information from the Internet. In fact, students who use laptops often take many more notes than those who write by hand. Moreover, when students take notes using laptops, they tend to take notes verbatim, writing down every word the teacher says. Obviously, they believe that it is advantageous to take more complete notes that are useful for later review.
However, research by Pam Mueller and Daniel Oppenheimer shows a surprising result. Across the experiments, Mueller and Oppenheimer had students take notes in a classroom setting and then tested students on their memory for factual detail, their conceptual (概念的) understanding of the material, and their ability to generalize the information. Half of the students were instructed to take notes with a laptop, and the other half were instructed to write the notes out by hand. In each study, however, those who wrote out their notes by hand had a stronger conceptual understanding and were more successful in applying the material than those who took notes with their laptops.
What drives this unexpected finding Writing by hand is slower and forces students to listen carefully. They must think about what is important and then summarize the information in their own words. This process makes the brain work harder and helps them understand and remember better. On the other hand, typing on a laptop is so fast that many students write everything down without thinking deeply about the lecture. This type of note-taking does not help them learn well.
The research by Mueller and Oppenheimer serves as a reminder, however, that even when technology allows us to do more in less time, it does not always foster (促进) learning. Even though laptops let students record a lot of information quickly, deep learning happens when the brain must work to choose and summarize key ideas.
28. What does the underlined word “verbatim” in the first paragraph mean
A. Regularly. B. Nervously. C. Exactly as spoken. D. Creatively as expected.
29. What do Mueller and Oppenheimer find in their research
A. More complete notes are very useful for later review.
B. Students who write out their notes on paper learn more.
C. College teachers increasingly turn to technology in class.
D. Students who take notes with a laptop outperform the rest.
30. What does the author focus on in paragraph 3
A. Giving an example. B. Introducing a new topic.
C. Making a summary. D. Offering an explanation.
31. What should students do when it comes to learning according to the text
A. Use more brain power instead of technology.
B. Produce a written record as soon as possible.
C. Have a memory test shortly after each lesson.
D. Brush up on some language points repeatedly.
【答案】28. C 29. B 30. D 31. A
D
A recent study of Asian elephants in northern Cambodia shows a larger population than previously thought, raising hopes that the endangered species could slowly recover.
Researchers, with the help of the Fauna & Flora conservation group, collected samples (取样) from elephant waste in Cambodia’s northern plains and extracted (提取) DNA. From the DNA, they were able to figure out individual elephants, population size, and determine the sex of the animals and the overall genetic diversity of the population.
From their work, they discovered that there are around 51 elephants in the Prey Lang, Preah Roka, and Chhaeb Wildlife Sanctuaries, with greater genetic diversity — which helps animals stay healthy and survive longer, the researchers said — than in two other areas of the country where elephants live.
Overall, some 400 to 600 Asian elephants are believed to remain living in the wild in Cambodia. Researchers said the study’s findings underscore the potential (潜力) of the northern area studied to become a national stronghold for Asian elephants, contributing to Cambodia’s biodiversity conservation goals.
“Still, problems remain. Deforestation and habitat degradation continue to be a serious concern,” said Pablo Sinovas, director of Fauna & Flora in Cambodia. “This study provides a strong base to support conservation efforts and landscape management.”
The research was carried out in the 2020-21 dry season, but Sinovas said since elephants reproduce slowly, it is not thought that the population size would have changed significantly since then.
Researchers want to conduct similar studies elsewhere in Cambodia and in other countries, such as neighboring Vietnam where the Asian elephants face similar challenges with small populations. “We were very pleasantly surprised by the results of the project,” said Alex Ball, co-author of the study. “We now hope to apply this methodology across Cambodia and beyond, helping to build a clearer picture of Asian elephant numbers and guide efforts to stop the fall in the populations of these remarkable animals.”
32. What does the new study show about Asian elephants in northern Cambodia
A There is a slow growth in their populations.
B. They have a smaller population than expected.
C. Their habitats have doubled in the previous years.
D. Genetic diversity has little impact on their survival.
33. What can we infer about the northern area studied in Cambodia
A. It is home to a new species of elephants.
B. It has been protected as a tourist attraction.
C. It has been divided into small parts since 2020.
D. It provides a valuable habitat for Asian elephants.
34. What is Sinovas’ attitude toward the study
A. Uncaring. B. Positive. C. Doubtful. D. Concerned.
35. What do the researchers plan to do next
A. Post the pictures of elephants they have studied.
B. Address other challenges facing Asian elephants.
C. Work with the local villagers to build elephant parks.
D. Support the recovery of Asian elephants in other areas.
【答案】32. A 33. D 34. B 35. 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。
Building trust in a friendship is not a one-time event. ____36____. Trust grows when both work to create a safe space where they can share their true selves, even during times of conflict (冲突). The following behaviors explain how to build and keep trust.
Keep your promises. ____37____. If you have broken trust in the past, show your friends that you are serious about change by consistently being truthful. Each time you honour your word, you lighten the emotional (情感的) load your friends carry and help rebuild their confidence in you.
Learn how to communicate effectively. Good communication is key to building trust. Use simple language to explain your feelings, needs, and limits. Be clear about what you can and cannot promise to do. When misunderstandings occur, speak with the intention to connect or, if necessary, to repair rather than justify your actions. And be open to feedback, even when it is hard to hear. ____38____.
Practice empathy. Empathy means putting yourself in friends’ shoes. ____39____. By validating (认可) their emotions, you show that you care about their well-being. This approach is important for a strong connection, as it shows that you value your friends’ feelings and are ready to support them through both good times and bad.
____40____. Take time to consider your decisions carefully. Avoid thoughtless actions that could hurt your friends or break the trust you have built. Thinking about what could happen first before making promises shows you are meant to keep a supportive relationship.
A. Think before you act.
B. Social life is also important to us.
C. It is a process that requires ongoing effort.
D. So you should talk to your friend face to face.
E. When you make a promise, follow through with your actions.
F. Listen carefully to their experiences and try to feel what they feel.
G. That enables both to grow closer and understand each other better.
【答案】36. C 37. E 38. G 39. F 40. A
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。
Andrea Mundie was chosen for the charitable project through Student Works Painting — a company that ____41____ young painters while also giving back to the community. On Friday, both experienced painters and beginners ____42____ and painted around Mundie’s home.
Mundie, who first ____43____ cancer in 2022, learned in January that it had returned and spread to her brain. Doctors were able to ____44____ the tumor (肿瘤), but she continues to battle the disease.
Despite the challenges, the project brought ____45____ and togetherness for her and her four children, who helped during the painting.
“When we saw it after it was done, it just looked so ____46____,” Mundie told North Shore News. “Something as ____47____ as paint just changes the whole look of everything.” She also ____48____ how the experience reminded her of the ____49____ of receiving kindness. “It’s taken me a little bit of time to learn that it’s a good thing to say yes to things,” she said. “When you don’t accept things like that from people, you kind of take that ____50____ away from them too. Accepting things sometimes has ____51____ effects.”
Looking ahead, Student Works Painting ____52____ to continue making a lasting difference in the communities they support. “It’s a bit more than just a painting ____53____,” said Tomoki Okamura, manager for Student Works Painting. “We want to ____54____ be a bigger part of it and show the ____55____ to the community, more than just painting houses.”
41. A. replaces B. trains C. pays D. selects
42. A. studied B. reacted C. called D. gathered
43. A. suffered B. knew C. accepted D. fancied
44. A. find B. limit C. remove D. measure
45. A. creativity B. tension C. struggle D. joy
46. A. massive B. clean C. precious D. usual
47. A. simple B. legal C. harmless D. convenient
48. A. kept track of B. focused on C. thought about D. took charge of
49. A. risk B. way C. attempt D. importance
50. A. appreciation B. experience C. balance D. energy
51. A. immediate B. striking C. negative D. alarming
52. A. fails B. happens C. refuses D. aims
53. A. business B. skill C. ability D. destination
54. A. typically B. mentally C. obviously D. originally
55. A. love B. opportunity C. anxiety D. honesty
【答案】41. B 42. D 43. A 44. C 45. D 46. B 47. A 48. C 49. D 50. B 51. B 52. D 53. A 54. C 55. A
第二节（满分25分）
56. 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。
David Chambers, a young volunteer firefighter, was about to finish his night shift(轮班). Everything seemed normal that night until a loud crash(碰撞)broke the quiet near his sister’s house. Without thinking twice, David ran toward the sound to see what had happened.
When arriving there, David saw two cars that had crashed into each other. One of the cars was a police patrol car. The scene looked very terrible, and there were some people standing around who were worried and scared. Thick smoke was rising from the cars, and the smell of oil filled the air. Amidst all this mess, David noticed that something was not right with the police car.
David quickly checked the car. He soon found a man trapped inside. That man was Officer Mark Kimsey. His body was stuck under the broken glass and twisted metal, and it was clear that he needed help right away. David was scared, his heart beating fast, but his mind stayed clear.
As he approached the car, David could feel the heat radiating(散发)from it. The situation looked very dangerous. The car was likely to catch fire anytime. Even though the heat was strong, David did not lose his focus. His training as a firefighter had prepared him well for such moments. He did not think about the danger that lay ahead. All he thought about was to save Officer Kimsey.
At the same time, a kind passerby joined David to help at once. Together, they planned to pull the trapped officer out through one of the broken windows. The window was the only way out because the main door was stuck. Every second counted as the air inside the car was filled with smoke. They had to act fast.
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。
David reached inside the car and found Officer Kimsey’s hand.
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In the days that followed, the story of David’s rescue spread far and wide.
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【答案】One possible version:
David reached inside the car and found Officer Kimsey’s hand. He tightly gripped it, trying to reassure the injured officer. “Hold on, sir. We’re going to get you out,” David said calmly, despite his racing heart. The passerby and David worked together, pulling with all their strength. Finally, with one last heave, they managed to free Officer Kimsey from the wreckage and dragged him to safety just as flames erupted from the car. They laid him on the ground. Soon sirens wailed in the distance as an ambulance and fire crew thundered onto the scene.
In the days that followed, the story of David’s rescue spread far and wide. Local news stations covered the event, praising David’s bravery. He received calls and messages of gratitude from people he had never met. The fire department awarded him a medal for his courageous actions. David was hailed as a hero, but he just shrugged it off. “I was doing my job,” he said. Meanwhile, Officer Kimsey recovered, and the two men became close friends. David returned to his normal life, continuing his work as a volunteer firefighter, always ready to help when trouble came.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
57. 你校将于6月5日世界环境日当天举办一场关于环保的英语演讲比赛。请你以Every Small Action Counts为题写一篇发言稿参赛，内容包括：
1. 分析个人行为对环保的作用；
2. 简要陈述具体建议。
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。
Every Small Action Counts
Good morning, everyone!
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Thank you!
【答案】One possible version:
Every Small Action Counts
Good morning, everyone! Today, I want to talk about how every small action matters in protecting our environment. Our individual actions may seem insignificant, but collectively, they have a powerful impact. Imagine if each of us reduces plastic use, or plants a tree — these actions, when multiplied, contribute to a cleaner planet.
So, what can we do Start by turning off lights when not in use, carrying reusable bags, and recycling waste. Every choice we make today shapes tomorrow’s world. Let’s take action now, as every small step matters! Together, we can make a difference!
Thank you!
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 increase in interest in Yue Opera originates from the success of New Dragon Gate Inn by the Zhejiang Xiaobaihua Yue Opera Theatre, which ____58____ (play) on the stage for the first time last year. The show, ____59____ (adapt) from the 1992 classic action movie of the same name, sold out within minutes, and ____60____ (it) actors got millions of followers on social media platforms.
Traditionally, Yue Opera has appealed firstly to middle-aged and older audiences. But this time, it drew significant interest from young Chinese, largely due ____61____ the guochao, or “Chinese chic,” movement, a revival (复苏) of interest in traditional Chinese elements.
The adoption of small theater formats, improving both the audience experience and accessibility, has also played a crucial role in ____62____ (make) this art form resonate (引起共鸣) with the young.
“As young individuals learn about ____63____ develop an interest in Yue Opera, they may start attending a ____64____ (perform), participating in a competition, and even seeking professional careers as actors,” Bao Yajuan, a well-known Yue Opera performer says.
Unlike other Chinese operas, ____65____ frequently feature acrobatics and martial arts, Yue Opera emphasizes singing, where the style is particularly suited for telling love ____66____ (story). Today, it ranks as the second most popular form of Chinese operas, right behind the _____67_____ (global) recognized Peking Opera.
【答案】58. was played
59. adapted
60. its 61. to
62. making 63. and
64. performance
65. which 66. stories
67. globally
