河南省多校联考2024-2025学年高二下学期6月摸底考试英语
一、听力选择题
1．Where does the conversation probably take place
A．At the dentist’s. B．At the grocer’s. C．At the hairdresser’s.
2．What does the woman suggest buying
A．A card. B．A tie. C．A T-shirt.
3．How does the woman feel about the tigers
A．Frightened. B．Sympathetic. C．Familiar.
4．What are the speakers mainly talking about
A．A jazz concert. B．A new theater. C．A train ticket.
5．What does the woman mean
A．She likes to make her own clothes.
B．She wants to be a dress designer.
C．She is a professional designer.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6．Why does the man visit the woman
A．To extend an invitation. B．To have a meal. C．To ask for advice.
7．What action will the man take
A．Changing his job. B．Requesting a pay rise. C．Improving his living conditions.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8．Which club is the man going to join
A．The under-14s club. B．The under-16s club. C．The under-18s club.
9．How often will the training be carried out
A．Once a day. B．Three times a month. C．Twice a week.
10．What will the man probably do next
A．Go back home. B．Apply for a passport. C．Have a photo taken.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
11．What will the speakers do before the picnic
A．Go boating in the river. B．Play badminton. C．Climb up a hill.
12．What is the weather probably like today
A．Warm. B．Rainy. C．Sunny.
13．What will Alice bring for the picnic
A．Fruit salad. B．French toast. C．Chicken wings.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
14．What is the relationship between the speakers
A．Schoolmates. B．Neighbors. C．Teacher and student.
15．What does the woman think of Professor Sanford
A．Intelligent but careless. B．Strict but open-minded. C．Helpful but unreasonable.
16．What annoyed the woman in her English class
A．The exams. B．The reading tasks. C．The written homework.
17．What did the woman like
A．Cultural comparison. B．Classical literature. C．Contemporary literature.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18．Where did the speaker find his first job
A．In a furniture shop. B．In an art studio. C．In an art school.
19．When did the speaker’s website become popular
A．Before his works were sold to a sportsman.
B．When he was interviewed by a newspaper.
C．After a reviewer made comments on his works.
20．What does the speaker like doing at the weekend
A．Cycling. B．Running. C．Hill walking.
二、阅读理解
A small town in Ireland is alive with live music and concerts and the Carlow Arts Festival brings energy and performance art to the streets of it.
Junior Einsteins Club
This experience for children combines science with fun, hands-on learning. It offers camps and after-school programmes that encourage a lifelong love for science. Through exciting experiments, kids dive into the wonders of physics, chemistry and engineering in a memorable way.
Start: November 12
End: December 20
Christmas at GB Shaw Visual Carlow
Visual Carlow’s holiday lineup invites the public to experience art, film, and live performances. Visitors can view four inspiring exhibitions, including “Asterisms” by Amie Siegel, Colm Tóibín’s selections from the Arts Council collection, “Sincere, or What You Will” by Christopher Mahon, and “A Story Without Words” in the Lobby Gallery.
Start: November 18
End: 19th January, 2026
Carlow Lightfest 2025
This event promises fun for the whole family, with a mini carnival (狂欢节), face painting, live music by Allie Sherlock and Monroe, and entertainment by DJ Matt Givens. With food stalls and various activities, Carlow Lightfest is a community celebration you won’t want to miss.
Start: November 23
End: December 8
Chocolate Mould (铸模) Making
Enjoy a truly special experience for young and old alike. Make a chocolate moulded Christmas figure to take home, hang it on the tree and keep it to consume on Christmas Day. If the weather is nice, the outdoor play area is perfect for the little ones to run around and stretch their legs. Enjoyed by all ages.
Start: December 1
End: December 24
21．What can visitors do at Christmas at GB Shaw Visual Carlow
A．Enjoy some live performances.
B．Take part in some hands-on activities.
C．Have a group discussion about a film.
D．Attend an art lecture by a famous artist.
22．What can we know about Chocolate Mould Making
A．It lasts the longest.
B．It will gift visitors Christmas trees.
C．It is suitable for the whole family to participate in.
D．The outdoor play area is closed on rainy days.
23．Which event will you choose if you are interested in chemistry
A．Carlow Lightfest 2025. B．Junior Einsteins Club.
C．Chocolate Mould Making. D．Christmas at GB Shaw Visual Carlow.
Every evening after work, I dragged myself up three flights of stairs to my tiny city apartment. My shoulders ached from sitting at a desk all day, and my ears rang from the endless traffic. At 25, I had what people called “a stable life” — a full-time job, a roof over my head, and a husband. But something felt wrong. The days blurred (模糊) together like gray rain, and no matter how many plants I bought or candles I lit, the city never felt like home.
Then one Saturday, everything changed. Patrick, my husband, burst through the door, waving a paper like it was treasure. “Mary, look,” he said, out of breath. “It’s a mess. But it could be our mess.” On that page: 93 acres in the countryside of Maine, an old broken-down farmhouse and not a neighbor in sight. I raised an eyebrow. “It doesn’t even have a real kitchen ” I asked, a shadow of unease creeping into my heart. He smiled. “Exactly.”
Curiosity prevailed. We drove up the next morning. The driveway was covered with weeds. But the air smelled fresh, like trees and soil, and the quiet — filled with birds singing and leaves moving — felt like a song I hadn’t heard in years. For the first time in months, I could breathe deeply. We stood in the tall grass, the wind blowing our hair, and said yes.
The first few months were wild. We showered outside with water warmed by fire. A goat we named Clover ran away and ate my only pair of shoes. We learned how to build fences, carry firewood, and grow food in the ground.
One soft morning, barefoot in the wet grass, I picked a red tomato I had grown myself. It was warm and heavy in my hand. I looked around — messy hair, muddy shoes, sun on my face — and felt fully alive.
I have left the city to escape the noise. What I have found is a quiet, stronger version of myself, growing with every sunrise.
24．What made the author initially hesitate about the farmhouse
A．It was short of basic facilities.
B．It was too expensive to afford.
C．It was located in a messy village.
D．It was not accessible by public transport.
25．What does the underlined word “prevailed” in paragraph 3 mean
A．Dominated. B．Disappeared. C．Decreased. D．Recovered.
26．What can be known about the author’s life now
A．She misses the city’s convenience.
B．She suffers insufficient water supply.
C．She has found a sense of satisfaction.
D．She has adapted to farm work and the noise.
27．Which of the following can best describe the author
A．Generous and adventurous. B．Focused and conventional.
C．Enthusiastic and independent. D．Courageous and determined.
Talking on the phone can be awful because we’re limited to just the sounds of our voices. Some people choose texting because it gives them time to think about the wording of their messages. In some cases, they develop a different personality in contrast to their real-life self.
Research suggests phone anxiety is related to a preoccupation with what the other person thinks of them. By ruling out the immediate reaction of others in spoken conversations, text messaging may offer those with phone anxiety a way of making social contact without the fear of rejection or disapproval.
Another reason why phone calls can sometimes feel overwhelming is the pressure that comes with being someone else’s focus. In face-to-face conversations, we have several distractions (分心的事) in our environment, like gazing out of the window or checking the missed call notifications on our phones. This can make the interaction feel more casual and the conversation flow naturally. On a call, there are no external distractions, so it can feel like the spotlight is on us to answer questions straight away.
Pauses can feel extremely uncomfortable too. In face-to-face communication, you can see when someone is distracted or thinking, but on the phone brief silences can feel awkward. We’re also becoming used to being able to review emails, texts and social media posts before hitting the “send” button, so a phone conversation can be thoughtless and risky.
It’s easy to put off or completely avoid calls when you’re feeling anxious, but the more you hesitate, the worse the anxiety is likely to get. The good news is that you don’t need to suffer in silence, or over text messages. There are several useful techniques that may help you break the pattern.
One of the most effective ways to overcome phone anxiety is to expose yourself to more phone calls. The more you do it, the less overwhelming it becomes. It’s also likely that your phone anxiety is linked to a lack of experience. The more practice you have, the less anxious and more confident you’ll feel.
28．Why do some people prefer texting to phone calls
A．Texting allows them to save time.
B．Texting helps them deliver more messages.
C．Texting reduces the risk of misunderstanding.
D．Texting avoids potential discomfort from others’ instant responses.
29．What’s mentioned as an advantage of face-to-face conversations
A．A flexible topic. B．A natural interaction.
C．A lack of distractions. D．A sense of being the focus.
30．What is the author’s suggestion for handling phone anxiety
A．Replacing phone calls with texting. B．Preparing written notes for phone calls.
C．Practicing phone calls constantly. D．Engaging in group phone calls with friends.
31．What is the main purpose of the text
A．To encourage people to make more phone calls in daily life.
B．To explain the reasons for phone anxiety and offer solutions.
C．To analyze the impact of phone anxiety on people’s social life.
D．To present the advantages and disadvantages of texting and phone calls.
Whales enjoy throwing seaweed on their heads and holding it in their mouths as temporary toothbrushes, new research from Australia suggests.
Scientists examined the behavior, called kelping, by analyzing aerial footage (航拍镜头) and social media posts of more than 160 whale interactions. They found kelping may also be used as a welcomed body scrub (擦洗) and a way of strengthening social bonds.
Dr Olaf Meynecke, research fellow at Griffith University in Queensland, examined kelping in whales off the coasts of Alaska, mainland USA, Canada, Australia and French Polynesia. While the marine mammals enjoyed rolling around in the seaweed, there was one spot in particular that the whales targeted. “We have evidence of four different species and it seems all prefer to place it on their heads,” explains Dr Meynecke.
The observed species are classified as baleen whales, which have a large sharp whale bone at the front of their mouth to filter(过滤) food, instead of teeth. Dr Meynecke says the whales enjoy throwing bits of seaweed up in the air and “using their heads to swim through it”.
Dr Meynecke was surprised to see the whales diving downwards with seaweed held in their mouths. “One good reason for this could be that it’s actually like a toothbrush, because that part of their mouths is extremely difficult to clean.”
However, Dr Meynecke says it could be a lot simpler. “Kelping can actually happen as a social activity. The team observed three whales sharing seaweed with each other before another two whales came by to check out the scene. It was clear that this kind of interaction with the seaweed was a positive one that was shared with others.”
It has been a solid fact that seaweed has a rich nutritional value for various kinds of fish. However, the team noted the issue of large areas of seaweed dying in the areas where the whales wander, and how highlighting the positive impact of seaweed on the whales’ well-being can help with conservation efforts.
32．How did scientists research the kelping of whales
A．By studying previous data. B．By interacting with them on the spot.
C．By conducting underwater experiments. D．By observing their behavior personally.
33．What is one finding about the kelping of whales
A．It helps them filter food better.
B．It functions as a way to attract mates.
C．It sharpens the front bone in their mouth.
D．It allows them to socialize more.
34．What does the author intend to do in the last paragraph
A．Criticize human activities destroying seaweed.
B．Stress the significance of seaweed conservation.
C．Show the damage caused to whale-wandering areas.
D．Explain the nutritional value of seaweed for whales.
35．What is the most suitable title for the text
A．Why Whales Feed on Seaweed
B．How Whales Improve Their Well-Being
C．How Whales Clean Their Teeth and Bodies
D．Why Whales Throw Seaweed on Their Heads
While it’s a good idea to go to bed at the same time each night, there will be some nights when your brain is not ready for sleep. By following the tips given below, you’ll spend less time in bed but more time asleep.
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Work projects to finish, calls to make, kids to care for. It’s hard to fall asleep when you’re trying to remember every last thing you need to do when you wake up. 37 . Take five minutes before bed to write down every task you need to take care of the next day. You’ll get it off your mind and be able to fall asleep faster.
* Let your muscles fully relax
38 , and you’ll find it easier to let go of stressful thoughts. Lie on a flat surface and allow your body to go limp (柔软的). Take a breath and deeply breathe. Then, squeeze and release one section of your body at a time. Start with your toes. Let your forehead be the last. Notice how relaxed your body feels and enjoy it!
* Slow your breath and mind
Try this: Place a hand on your heart and feel its rhythm. Breathe in deeply for four seconds, and then take a long, slow breath out. 39 . Your thoughts should soon ease up as well.
* Call out your worries
If they’re stuck inside your mind, worries and “What ifs ” can grow unchecked. Say them out loud, and they might just disappear. You can test this method first: Start to recite the letters of the alphabet in your head. When you get a few letters in, say something out loud. Notice that your ABCs came to a halt (暂停) 40 .
A．Make a to-do list
B．Release tension from your body
C．Slow down the thoughts that keep you awake
D．You have a ready-made tool to relax your body
E．Let go of this mental load by putting it down on paper
F．That’s what can happen when you give voice to your worries
G．Repeat this pattern until you can feel your heartbeat slow down
三、完形填空
I took a Rupin Pass hike recently, which became a test of both endurance (耐力) and character.
After days of rain, landslides added extra 41 . In mid-afternoon, our group were sweaty and 42 . And we had run out of water entirely. Just then something exciting appeared not far away — we 43 a tiny stone house. So we 44 the house to seek water and refreshment.
After we 45 our purpose, the home owners, an elderly couple, offered us water. We drank it up and 46 our bottles as well. They also 47 some freshly picked apples to us. We thanked them 48 , unaware of the actual price of their kindness. Only later did we learn the 49 .
That evening, we met a young villager. He 50 the story behind the couple’s water. Their only 51 was a glacial river 1,800 feet below their home. Yet they emptied nearly half their daily supply for us. “Did we have the heart to do such a 52 in a situation like this ” I couldn’t help asking myself.
Hikes, in many situations, have held a mirror in front of us and 53 us, “How good are you ” We are physically questioned, intellectually questioned and above all, 54 questioned.
That experience made me realize hiking is also a journey into the self. True strength isn’t in conquering (征服) the mountain, but in the courage to be kind when it 55 you.
41．A．curiosity B．ambition C．cooperation D．difficulty
42．A．aimless B．confused C．breathless D．lost
43．A．spotted B．reached C．remembered D．selected
44．A．checked on B．headed for C．passed by D．stared at
45．A．achieved B．explained C．adjusted D．analyzed
46．A．emptied B．uncovered C．filled D．exchanged
47．A．threw B．handed C．returned D．recommended
48．A．shyly B．proudly C．temporarily D．repeatedly
49．A．rule B．plan C．truth D．problem
50．A．shared B．questioned C．finished D．judged
51．A．income B．source C．concern D．duty
52．A．test B．survey C．favor D．promotion
53．A．rewarded B．transformed C．recognized D．challenged
54．A．socially B．technically C．financially D．emotionally
55．A．costs B．serves C．guides D．distinguishes
四、语法填空
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。
An event marking this year’s Chinese Language Day was held on May 8 in London, 56 (bring) 100 students from six schools across the United Kingdom to celebrate the Chinese language and culture.
The event, 57 theme was “Chinese Language: A Gift Across Time and Space”, featured eight workshops and various aspects of Chinese culture 58 (appreciate) by people from home and abroad, including characters, calligraphy, poetry, martial arts, and opera masks, were highlighted.
Noah Eskinazi-Nehme, a student from the City of London School, shared his 59 (enthusiastic), “Learning Chinese is not only challenging, but also 60 (incredible) enjoyable and exciting. It has helped me understand Chinese culture, which is different from the cultures I’ve experienced before.” He also said that he wanted to visit China one day to improve his language skills further while exploring the country’s diverse landscapes and that he wanted to see pandas 61 person. He hoped his future career path would keep him connected to China.
Patrick Adamson, deputy head teacher of Calday Grange Grammar School, said, “Learning Chinese enables students 62 (engage) with China not just as a concept but as a living, dynamic culture and promotes curiosity, empathy, and respect for global perspectives. We are preparing a generation to speak across 63 (border), and lead with understanding.”
Language serves as 64 means for exchangeing ideas. Mastering Chinese helps students explore China’s 5,000 years of civilization, understand its current progress, and get a view of its future.
International Chinese Language Day 65 (observe) annually on April 20 to promote multilingualism and cultural diversity.
五、书信写作
66．假定你是李华，你发现你校新建的英语阅览室存在一些问题。请你给负责人外教Mr. Smith写封邮件，内容包括：
1.你发现的问题；
2.你的建议。
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。
Dear Mr. Smith,
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Yours,
Li Hua
六、书面表达
67．阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Craig Elston grew up in Buffalo. During his school days, he was on the basketball team at Riverside High School. His team coach, Bill Russell, not only taught him how to play basketball but also planted a seed of kindness in his heart. The real success is to devote yourself to the people around you—a sentence from the coach has been rooted in Elston’s mind. He even wrote down the words on their team photo and put it up on the wall. Years later, as he ran a barbershop (理发店) in Buffalo, he would often recall his coach’s teachings and make the effort to reach out to others in their time of need.
It was a tough December. The day started warmly in the morning, but by midday, temperatures dropped sharply, winds blowing hard and snow piling up fast. News reports grew urgent: Get off the roads. Find shelter fast. Roads became impossible to travel on. The emergency crew rescued 65 people before abandoning the effort as it was too dangerous. More than 30,000 people lost power. Much of Elston’s neighborhood lost power too, but not his barbershop.
Elston looked out the window at the heavy wind and snow, remembered his coach’s words, and realized it was time to do something. He immediately opened TikTok, sweeping the camera across the shop’s space heaters, charging sockets, and stockpiled food. “Anybody who’s stuck out there, do not stay in your car, man,” Elston announced in his video. “The barbershop here welcomes you. Get some heat, get some electricity, charge your phone and get in contact with your family. The address is 32 Elmwood Avenue, and the door is always open for you!”
The first person to knock on his door was a neighbor who barely spoke English. But Elston didn’t need a translator to see the trouble. He had frostbite (冻伤) on his fingers and toes—it was really bad.
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。
Elston quickly brought the man inside.
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Elston’s action was noticed by a local newspaper.
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题号 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
答案 C C B A B C A B C C
题号 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
答案 C B A A B B A A C A
题号 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
答案 A C B A A C D D B C
题号 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40
答案 B A D B D A E B G F
题号 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50
答案 D C A B B C B D C A
题号 51 52 53 54 55
答案 B C D D A
1．C
【原文】W: Hello, how can I help you, sir
M: I just want to have my hair cut short a bit.
2．C
【原文】W: Jim, it’s Father’s Day next Sunday. What shall we give our dad
M: Mm, it’s difficult. Maybe a card or a tie
W: We can give him something different. Let’s give him a sports T-shirt.
3．B
【原文】M: The tigers in the cages look unhappy. Maybe they are hungry. Let’s give them some food.
W: I don’t think so. In fact, they are missing nature. They shouldn’t be kept in cages.
4．A
【原文】M: There is a jazz concert in the theater next Monday. I think you may be interested.
W: Sounds great! I’m crazy about jazz.
M: Don’t forget to buy a ticket at once, or there won’t be any tickets left.
5．B
【原文】M: Say, how would you like to be a dress designer
W: You know, it’s always been my dream. I hope to learn from professional designers.
6．C 7．A
【原文】M: Thanks for meeting with me during your lunch hour. I appreciate it.
W: No problem. I’m happy to help. What’s going on
M: Oh, you know, the usual. Should I take this new job Or should I stick with my current one
W: Well, I think it’s time for a change, isn’t it They pay you late and you are unhappy.
M: Do you really think so
W: I do. And I’ve been listening to your complaint for over a month now. Trust me. Take the job. What do you have to lose
M: OK. I’ll have a try.
8．B 9．C 10．C
【原文】M: Hello, can I get some information about the Water Polo Club
W: Yes, of course. We have three clubs: under 14s, under 16s, and under 18s. How old are you
M: I’m 15.
W: Then you can join the second mentioned club.
M: OK. When will this club start training
W: The training will start next week, on September 2nd. And you will have training on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm.
M: Great! What do I need to do to join
W: You have to complete a form on the second floor. Do you have a passport photo with you
M: No. There is a photo studio across the street. I’ll be back later.
11．C 12．B 13．A
【原文】M: Alice, can you take part in our picnic this Saturday
W: Certainly. Where are you going
M: Look at this map. We’ll climb up the small hill along this route. The view from the top of the hill is wonderful.
W: How far is it
M: About 3 kilometers. Then we’ll follow this path down to a beautiful river, go around and have a picnic.
W: OK. Have you checked the weather report
M: Yes. It says it will be a sunny and warm day, no sign of rain all day.
W: Good. That’s totally different from today’s weather. What should I bring
M: Steven and I are preparing for the picnic. I’d like to take some toast and chicken wings.
W: OK. I’ll take some fruit salad and snacks.
M: Done. How about taking a kite It’s good to fly a kite after the picnic.
W: Cool. We can also play badminton by the river.
M: Sounds good. Don’t forget to wear comfortable shoes for walking.
W: OK.
14．A 15．B 16．B 17．A
【原文】M: Hi, I’m so glad I run into you here today. I have lots of questions to ask you.
W: OK, shoot!
M: You took an English class by Professor Sanford, didn’t you
W: I sure did.
M: Well, I’m thinking about taking her Basics in English class next term. What’s your opinion
W: The class was interesting enough, but Professor Sanford is the strictest teacher I have ever met. She expects too much from her students. So, if you plan to take the course, be ready to work hard. She’s an extremely intelligent person.
M: Is she reasonable
W: Yes, she is. She was always available, during and after classes, to help us with any ideas we couldn’t understand. She was always open to different points. I just hated all the readings we had to do in classical literature.
M: Well, I happen to like classical literature.
W: Really I was more interested in cultural comparison, but we barely touched on that.
18．A 19．C 20．A
【原文】
M: Hello, my name is Lukas Royle, and I am a glass artist. I must say that it wasn’t the job that my parents had hoped I’d get. According to them, a much more suitable thing to do was to work as a skilled technician. I’ve always been artistic. I was lucky enough to find a job in a furniture shop while I was still at art school. By the time I graduated, I’d managed to save up a bit of money, so I could rent a small studio and start my life as an independent artist.
I took part in various exhibitions, and one day, a few pieces of mine were sold to a well-known sportsman. He showed them to some of his friends. They then started coming into my studio to see how I worked. Reviews are very important for an artist. My works caught an art reviewer’s eye and he spoke highly of them in the magazine he wrote for. After that, more people visited my website, and I was even interviewed by a national newspaper.
I do work a lot, but of course I have time off, too. A lot of my friends are into hill walking. I’m not so interested in that, but I prefer cycling, which I often do at the weekend. I used to go running with a couple of neighbors, but I’ve given it up because I don’t have much time.
21．A 22．C 23．B
【导语】这是一篇应用文。主要介绍了爱尔兰一个小镇上的四项活动，包括活动内容、时间等信息。
21．细节理解题。根据 Christmas at GB Shaw Visual Carlow 部分“Visual Carlow’s holiday lineup invites the public to experience art, film, and live performances.(Visual Carlow 的节日活动邀请公众体验艺术、电影和现场表演)”可知，游客在 Christmas at GB Shaw Visual Carlow 可以欣赏一些现场表演。故选A。
22．细节理解题。根据 Chocolate Mould Making 部分“Enjoy a truly special experience for young and old alike.(无论是年轻人还是老年人，都能享受一次真正特别的体验)” 可知，Chocolate Mould Making 适合全家参与。故选C。
23．细节理解题。根据 Junior Einsteins Club 部分“Through exciting experiments, kids dive into the wonders of physics, chemistry and engineering in a memorable way.(通过激动人心的实验，孩子们以难忘的方式探索物理、化学和工程学的奇妙之处)”可知，如果对化学感兴趣，应该选择 Junior Einsteins Club。故选B。
24．A 25．A 26．C 27．D
【导语】这是一篇记叙文，讲述了作者原本在城市拥有看似稳定的生活，却感到迷茫不适，后因丈夫带回的一处乡村农舍信息，决定搬到乡村生活，在乡村生活中逐渐找到自我、收获满足的故事。
24．细节理解题。根据第二段““It doesn’t even have a real kitchen ” I asked, a shadow of unease creeping into my heart. (“它甚至连一个真正的厨房都没有？”我问道，一丝不安爬上心头。)” 可知，作者最初对农舍犹豫是因为它缺乏基本设施。故选A。
25．词句猜测题。根据文章第二段作者对农舍的犹豫，以及第三段“We drove up the next morning. (第二天早上我们开车去了那里。)” 可知，好奇心占了上风。prevail 在此处意为 “占优势，主导”。故选 A。
26．推理判断题。根据最后一段“I have left the city to escape the noise. What I have found is a quiet, stronger version of myself, growing with every sunrise. (我离开城市以逃避喧嚣。我找到了一个安静的、更强大的自己，随着每一次日出而成长。)”以及前文提到在乡村的生活点滴可知，作者现在找到了一种满足感。故选C。
27．推理判断题。根据第二段““It doesn’t even have a real kitchen ” I asked, a shadow of unease creeping into my heart. (“它甚至连一个真正的厨房都没有？”我问道，一丝不安爬上心头。)” 以及第三段 “Curiosity prevailed. We drove up the next morning. (好奇心占了上风。第二天早上我们开车去了那里。)”可知， 尽管作者一开始对农舍缺乏基本设施有所顾虑，但还是因为好奇心驱使，勇敢地决定去实地查看，这表明作者有勇气去探索新事物，不畏惧未知的困难。根据第四段“The first few months were wild. We showered outside with water warmed by fire. A goat we named Clover ran away and ate my only pair of shoes. We learned how to build fences, carry firewood, and grow food in the ground. (最初的几个月非常艰难。我们用火烧热的水在户外洗澡。一只叫克洛弗的山羊跑了，还吃掉了我唯一的一双鞋。我们学着如何建造围栏、搬运木柴以及在地里种植食物。)” 可知，尽管乡村生活初期面临诸多困难，如洗澡不便、山羊带来的麻烦等，但作者依然坚持下来，继续在乡村生活并努力适应，这充分展示了作者坚定的性格，不轻易被困难打倒。综上，作者勇敢且坚定。故选D。
28．D 29．B 30．C 31．B
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章解释了人们产生电话焦虑的原因，如无法避免他人即时反应、缺少外界干扰等，并给出了克服电话焦虑的方法。
28．细节理解题。根据第二段中“By ruling out the immediate reaction of others in spoken conversations, text messaging may offer those with phone anxiety a way of making social contact without the fear of rejection or disapproval. (通过排除口语交流中他人的即时反应，短信交流或许能为电话焦虑者提供一种社交途径——让他们不必担心遭遇拒绝或否定)”可知，有些人更喜欢发短信而不是打电话，是因为发短信可以避免他人即时反应带来的潜在不适。故选D项。
29．细节理解题。根据第三段中“In face-to-face conversations, we have several distractions (分心的事) in our environment, like gazing out of the window or checking the missed call notifications on our phones. This can make the interaction feel more casual and the conversation flow naturally. (在面对面的交谈中，我们周围有一些让人分心的事情，比如望向窗外或查看手机上的未接来电通知。这可以让互动感觉更随意，对话自然流畅)”可知，面对面交谈的一个优势是周围有一些让分心的事情，可以让互动自然。故选B项。
30．细节理解题。根据最后一段中“One of the most effective ways to overcome phone anxiety is to expose yourself to more phone calls. The more you do it, the less overwhelming it becomes. (克服电话焦虑最有效的方法之一是让自己多接打电话。你做得越多，这种压力就越小)”可知，作者对于处理电话焦虑的建议是不断练习接打电话。故选C项。
31．推理判断题。根据第一段中“Talking on the phone can be awful because we’re limited to just the sounds of our voices. Some people choose texting because it gives them time to think about the wording of their messages. (打电话可能很糟糕，因为我们只能局限于声音交流。有些人选择发短信，因为这让他们有时间思考信息的措辞)”可知文章开始阐述打电话存在的问题，引出电话焦虑。接着第二段“Research suggests phone anxiety is related to a preoccupation with what the other person thinks of them. (研究表明，电话焦虑与过分在意他人对自己的看法有关)”等内容分析了电话焦虑的原因。最后一段“One of the most effective ways to overcome phone anxiety is to expose yourself to more phone calls. (克服电话焦虑最有效的方法之一是让自己多接打电话)”给出了解决电话焦虑的办法。所以文章的主要目的是解释电话焦虑的原因并提供解决办法。故选B项。
32．A 33．D 34．B 35．D
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了鲸鱼用海藻擦身、清洁牙齿及增强社交的行为研究。
32．细节理解题。根据第二段中“Scientists examined the behavior, called kelping, by analyzing aerial footage and social media posts of more than 160 whale interactions. (科学家通过分析 160 多段鲸鱼互动的航拍镜头和社交媒体帖子，研究了这种被称为kelping的行为。)”可知，科学家通过研究已有数据开展研究。故选A。
33．细节理解题。根据第六段中““Kelping can actually happen as a social activity. The team observed three whales sharing seaweed with each other before another two whales came by to check out the scene. It was clear that this kind of interaction with the seaweed was a positive one that was shared with others.” (““kelping实际上可以是一种社交活动。研究小组观察到三只鲸鱼互相分享海藻，随后又有两只鲸鱼过来查看这一场景。很明显，这种与海藻的互动是一种积极的互动，它们会与其他鲸鱼分享。”)”可知，该行为有助于鲸鱼社交。故选D。
34．推理判断题。根据最后一段中“However, the team noted the issue of large areas of seaweed dying in the areas where the whales wander, and how highlighting the positive impact of seaweed on the whales’ well-being can help with conservation efforts. (然而，研究小组注意到，在鲸鱼游荡的区域，有大片海藻正在死亡，以及强调海藻对鲸鱼健康的积极影响如何有助于保护工作。)”可知，作者意在强调保护海藻的重要性。故选B。
35．主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是由文章第一段“Whales enjoy throwing seaweed on their heads and holding it in their mouths as temporary toothbrushes, new research from Australia suggests. (澳大利亚的一项新研究表明，鲸鱼喜欢把海藻扔在头上，嘴里叼着海藻，当作临时的牙刷。)”可知，文章围绕鲸鱼将海藻抛向头部的行为展开，介绍其可能的用途（如清洁牙齿、身体及社交）。D选项“Why Whales Throw Seaweed on Their Heads (为何鲸鱼将海藻抛向头部)” 符合题意。故选D。
36．A 37．E 38．B 39．G 40．F
【导语】这是一篇说明文，文章提供了一些有助于睡眠的建议。
36．根据本段中“Take five minutes before bed to write down every task you need to take care of the next day. You’ll get it off your mind and be able to fall asleep faster.(睡前花五分钟写下第二天需要处理的每一项任务。你会把它从你的脑海中抹去，并且能够更快地入睡)”可知，本段是建议列一个待办事项的清单，A项“列一个待办事项清单”适合作为本段小标题，故选A。
37．上文“It’s hard to fall asleep when you’re trying to remember every last thing you need to do when you wake up.(当你试图记住醒来时需要做的每一件事时，你很难入睡)”提到一个困境，脑子里总想着第二天要做的事情会导致很难入睡，结合下文“Take five minutes before bed to write down every task you need to take care of the next day.(睡前花五分钟写下第二天需要处理的每一项任务)”可知，空处应是提出解决办法——写下第二天要做的事情，E项“把这些思想上的负担写在纸上”符合语境，故选E。
38．根据本段小标题“Let your muscles fully relax(让你的肌肉完全放松)”和空后“and you’ll find it easier to let go of stressful thoughts(你就会发现更容易摆脱紧张的想法)”可知，B项“释放身体的紧张感”呼应本段主题，且和下文衔接得当，下文是描述放松身体的好处，故选B。
39．根据上文“Place a hand on your heart and feel its rhythm. Breathe in deeply for four seconds, and then take a long, slow breath out.(把一只手放在你的心脏上，感受它的节奏。深吸四秒钟，然后慢慢地呼出)”可知，先感受心跳的节奏，然后深呼吸，慢慢呼出，这样心跳应是会随之变慢，G项“重复这个模式，直到你能感觉到你的心跳变慢”符合语境，和上文构成完整的呼吸方法，且G项中“slow down”呼应下文“Your thoughts should soon ease up as well.(你的思想也会很快放松下来)”中“ease up as well”，故选G。
40．根据本段小标题“Call out your worries(喊出你的忧虑)”和上文“Start to recite the letters of the alphabet in your head. When you get a few letters in, say something out loud. Notice that your ABCs came to a halt(暂停) (开始在脑海中背诵字母表中的字母。当你想起几个字母的时候，大声说出来。注意到你的ABC停顿了吗？)”可知，上文提到在脑海中背诵字母，然后大声说出来，最后说出来时会卡顿，这说明忧虑被释放出来了，F项“当你说出你的担忧时，这就是可能会发生的事情”解释上文“出现卡顿的现象”，并呼应本段主题，故选F。
41．D 42．C 43．A 44．B 45．B 46．C 47．B 48．D 49．C 50．A 51．B 52．C 53．D 54．D 55．A
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者近期徒步Rupin Pass的经历，途中缺水时一对老夫妇慷慨相助，后来得知他们取水不易，作者由此感悟徒步也是一场自我之旅。
41．考查名词词义辨析。句意：多日降雨后，山体滑坡增加了额外的困难。A. curiosity好奇心；B. ambition抱负；C. cooperation合作；D. difficulty困难。根据前文“I took a Rupin Pass hike recently, which became a test of both endurance (耐力) and character.”和“After days of rain, landslides”可知，降雨和山体滑坡会让徒步变得更艰难，增加了困难。故选D项。
42．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：下午三点左右，我们这群人汗流浃背、气喘吁吁。A. aimless无目的的；B. confused困惑的；C. breathless气喘吁吁的；D. lost迷路的。根据前文可知降雨和山体滑坡让作者的徒步变得更艰难，结合“sweaty”可知，艰难的徒步让作者汗流浃背且气喘吁吁。故选C项。
43．考查动词词义辨析。句意：就在这时，不远处出现了令人兴奋的东西——我们发现了一座小石屋。A. spotted发现；B. reached到达；C. remembered记得；D. selected选择。根据前文“something exciting appeared not far away”可知，作者一行人发现了小石屋。故选A项。
44．考查动词短语辨析。句意：所以我们朝那座房子走去，去寻找水和提神的东西。A. checked on检查；B. headed for朝……走去；C. passed by路过；D. stared at盯着。根据前文发现了小石屋以及后文“to seek water and refreshment”可知，是朝着房子走去。故选B项。
45．考查动词词义辨析。句意：我们解释了我们的目的后，房主，一对老夫妇，给了我们水。A. achieved实现；B. explained解释；C. adjusted调整；D. analyzed分析。根据前文“So we 4 the house to seek water and refreshment.”可知，作者一行人到房子那里是为了找水和提神的东西，所以需要向老夫妇解释目的。故选B项。
46．考查动词词义辨析。句意：我们把水喝光了，还把瓶子也装满了。A. emptied倒空；B. uncovered揭开；C. filled装满；D. exchanged交换。根据前文“We drank it up”和后文“as well”可知，喝完水后还把瓶子装满了。故选C项。
47．考查动词词义辨析。句意：他们还递给我们一些刚摘的苹果。A. threw扔；B. handed递；C. returned归还；D. recommended推荐。根据前文“the home owners, an elderly couple, offered us water”可知，老夫妇很友善地给作者一行人提供了水，句中“also”表明他们还把刚摘的苹果递给作者一行人。故选B项。
48．考查副词词义辨析。句意：我们反复感谢他们，却不知道他们善意的真正代价。A. shyly害羞地；B. proudly骄傲地；C. temporarily暂时地；D. repeatedly反复地。前文“an elderly couple, offered us water. We drank it up and 6 our bottles as well. They also 7 some freshly picked apples to us.”提到老夫妇给了作者一行人水还递了苹果，给予了他们帮助，所以作者一行人反复感谢他们。故选D项。
49．考查名词词义辨析。句意：直到后来我们才知道真相。A. rule规则；B. plan计划；C. truth真相；D. problem问题。根据前文“unaware of the actual price of their kindness”和后文“That evening, we met a young villager. He shared the story behind the couple’s water. Their only 11 was a glacial river 1,800 feet below their home. Yet they emptied nearly half their daily supply for us.”可知，作者后来知道了老夫妇提供水背后的真相。故选C项。
50．考查动词词义辨析。句意：他分享了这对夫妇供水背后的故事。A. shared分享；B. questioned询问；C. finished完成；D. judged判断。根据后文“Their only 11 was a glacial river 1,800 feet below their home. Yet they emptied nearly half their daily supply for us.”可知，年轻人把老夫妇供水背后的故事分享给了作者。故选A项。
51．考查名词词义辨析。句意：他们唯一的水源是位于他们家下方1800英尺的一条冰川河。A. income收入；B. source来源；C. concern关心；D. duty责任。根据后文“a glacial river 1,800 feet below their home”可知，这是他们水的来源。故选B项。
52．考查名词词义辨析。句意：“在这样的情况下，我们有忍心做这样的好事吗？”我忍不住问自己。A. test测试；B. survey调查；C. favor恩惠，好事；D. promotion晋升。根据前文“Their only 11 was a glacial river 1,800 feet below their home. Yet they emptied nearly half their daily supply for us.”可知，老夫妇取水不易还把近一半的日常用水给了作者一行人，这是在做好事。故选C项。
53．考查动词词义辨析。句意：在很多情况下，徒步在我们面前举起了一面镜子，挑战我们：“你有多善良？”A. rewarded奖励；B. transformed转变；C. recognized认出；D. challenged挑战。根据后文“‘How good are you ’ We are physically questioned, intellectually questioned and above all, 13 questioned.”可知，徒步是对我们多方面的质疑和挑战。故选D项。
54．考查副词词义辨析。句意：我们在身体上受到质疑，在智力上受到质疑，最重要的是，在情感上受到质疑。A. socially在社交方面；B. technically在技术上；C. financially在经济上；D. emotionally在情感上。结合前文“Their only 11 was a glacial river 1,800 feet below their home. Yet they emptied nearly half their daily supply for us.”老夫妇的善举，以及作者“Did we have the heart to do such a 12 n a situation like this ”的内心自问，这种经历更多的是在情感上对作者产生冲击和质疑。故选D项。
55．考查动词词义辨析。句意：真正的力量不在于征服山峰，而在于在付出代价时仍有善良的勇气。A. costs花费，付出代价；B. serves服务；C. guides引导；D. distinguishes区分。根据前文“Their only 11 was a glacial river 1,800 feet below their home. Yet they emptied nearly half their daily supply for us.”可知，老夫妇取水艰难，却把近一半的日常用水供应给作者一行人，说明善良是需要付出代价的。故选A项。
56．bringing 57．whose 58．appreciated 59．enthusiasm 60．incredibly 61．in 62．to engage 63．borders 64．a 65．is observed
【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章主要讲述了伦敦举办汉语日活动庆祝中国文化。
56．考查非谓语动词。句意：5月8日，伦敦举行了一场庆祝今年汉语日的活动，来自英国六所学校的100名学生参加了活动，共同庆祝汉语和中国文化。句子已有谓语动词was held，空处需填非谓语动词作状语，An event和bring为逻辑主谓关系，需用现在分词形式。故填bringing。
57．考查定语从句。句意：本次活动的主题是“汉语：穿越时空的礼物”，活动设有八个工作坊，并展示了来自国内外的人们所欣赏的中国文化的各个方面，包括汉字、书法、诗歌、武术和戏曲脸谱等亮点。空处引导非限制性定语从句，先行词The event，指物，在定语从句中作定语，需用关系代词whose引导。故填whose。
58．考查非谓语动词。句意同上。句子已有谓语动词featured，空处需填非谓语动词作后置定语，aspects和appreciate为被动关系，需用过去分词形式。故填appreciated。
59．考查名词。句意：来自伦敦城市学校的学生诺亚·埃斯基纳齐-内梅分享了他的热情：“学习汉语不仅具有挑战性，而且非常有趣和令人兴奋。它帮助我了解了中国文化，这与我以前所经历的文化不同。”his为形容词性物主代词，空处需填名词enthusiasm，作shared的宾语。故填enthusiasm。
60．考查副词。句意同上。空处修饰形容词enjoyable，需用副词incredibly“难以置信地”作状语。故填incredibly。
61．考查介词。句意：他还说，他希望有一天能访问中国，进一步提高自己的语言技能，同时探索中国多样的风景，他想亲眼看看熊猫。in person为固定短语，意为“亲自”。故填in。
62．考查非谓语动词。句意：学习汉语使学生能够与中国接触，不仅仅是一个概念，而是一种活生生的、充满活力的文化，并促进了对全球视角的好奇心、同理心和尊重。enable sb. to do sth.为固定用法，意为“使某人能够做某事”，空处需填动词不定式作宾语补足语。故填to engage。
63．考查名词。句意：我们正在培养一代能够跨越国界交流、以理解引领世界的人。across为介词，后面需加名词作宾语，border意为“国界”，是可数名词，此处表示泛指，且没有冠词限定，需用名词复数形式。故填borders。
64．考查冠词。句意：语言是交流思想的手段。means意为“手段，方法”，是可数名词，此处表示泛指，且means发音以辅音音素开头，需用不定冠词a修饰。故填a。
65．考查动词时态、语态和主谓一致。句意：每年4月20日是国际汉语日，旨在促进多语言主义和文化多样性。根据时间状语annually可知，此处使用一般现在时，主语International Chinese Language Day和observe为被动关系，需用被动语态，主语为单数名词，谓语动词使用第三人称单数形式。故填is observed。
66．Dear Mr. Smith,
I’m Li Hua from Class 1, Grade 2. I’ve noticed some issues in the new English reading room. First, the lighting is too dim, making it hard to read. Second, many books are out of date, and the variety is limited. Also, the air conditioner doesn’t work properly, so it’s stuffy there.
May I suggest replacing the lights, updating the book collection regularly, and fixing the air conditioner These changes would surely make the room more comfortable and attractive.
Looking forward to your reply.
Yours,
Li Hua
67．Elston quickly brought the man inside. Wrapping him in a blanket by the space heater, Elston called an ambulance and gently massaged his frostbitten fingers and toes with warm towels. “You’re safe here,” he soothed the shivering man, whose purple lips betrayed his suffering. As the ambulance took the man away, his weak squeeze and tearful gratitude spoke volumes. News spread via TikTok, and soon families, elders, and even a pregnant woman knocked on the door. Elston shared his food, charged phones, and listened, ensuring everyone felt seen.
Elston’s act drew a local newspaper. After the interview, volunteers arrived with blankets, meals, and games, turning the shop into a warmth-filled haven. “I’m just following my coach’s lesson—meet others’ needs,” Elston said humbly. When Coach Russell called to praise him, the old man’s words “kindness grows like a forest” echoed in Elston’s heart. As the snow melted, he realized true success lay not in stats, but in lifting others through storms.
