龙岩市2024～2025学年第二学期期末高一教学质量检查英语试题
（考试时间：120分钟 满分：150分）
第一部分 听力理解（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 color shirt does the woman suggest
A. The red one. B. The blue one. C. The purple one.
2. When did the woman place the order online
A. Three days ago. B. Four days ago. C. Five days ago.
3. Where will the man check his email tomorrow
A. In the office. B. At home. C. In the hotel.
4. Why do the speakers have to go to school on foot
A. The car is out of order.
B. They want to exercise.
C. The car is being used by their mother.
5. Who might the man be
A. A chef. B. A deliveryman. C. A waiter.
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。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What does the woman dislike eating
A. Nuts. B. Butter. C. Cheese.
7. How does the man usually have his tea
A. Plain. B. With milk. C. With sugar.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. Why do the speakers decide to celebrate their parents’60th birthday early
A. Their parents are going on a trip.
B. They will be busy with work then.
C. Their grandparents happen to be at their home.
9. What does the man plan to do for the surprise celebration
A. Buy his parents’ favorite cake.
B. Arrange a family dinner.
C. Prepare some snacks and drinks.
10. What does the woman suggest doing
A. Buying some balloons.
B. Inviting their parents’ friends.
C Putting on a photo display.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What surprises the woman about polar bears
A. Their size. B. Their living conditions. C. Their swimming skills.
12 How far away can polar bears smell food
A. Within 10 kilometers B. Within 16 kilometers. C. Within 25 kilometers.
13. What does the woman mention about polar bears in the end
A. How their population changes recently.
B. How to protect polar bears.
C. Why polar bears are in danger.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. Where does the woman come from
A. Argentina. B. China. C. Britain.
15. Which song made the speakers become friends
A. You Raise Me Up. B. Yesterday Once More. C. Beijing Welcomes You.
16. What benefit does music have according to the woman
A. It relieves people’s homesickness.
B. It brings different people together.
C. It brings people a lot of energy.
17. What does the man do
A. A singer. B. A dancer. C. A pianist.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. When will the tourists visit the rainforests
A. In the first week. B. In the second week. C. In the third week.
19. In which place will the tourists enjoy the sunrise
A. In the United States. B. In Nepal. C. In Canada.
20. What can the tourists do in the last week of the tour
A. Take a boat trip.
B. See a variety of animals.
C. Visit people living in the forest.
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节 满分60分）
第一节（共20小题；每小题2.5分，满分50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
Coachella Music and Arts Festival
The Coachella Music and Arts Festival welcomes all ages, with kids under 5 free for general admission. The festival runs over two weekends with the same lineup, art, food, and activities. Events happen rain or shine, but schedules may change. Vendors (摊贩) only accept credit cards or mobile payments. Camping is for ages 18+ unless with a parent.
Hours:
*Parking opens Friday — Sunday at 11:00 AM.
*The venue (活动场所) opens Friday — Sunday around 1:00 PM.
*Camping starts Thursdays at 9:00 AM.
*Buses from hotels leave at 1:00 PM.
Payments:
*Pay $49.99 first, then monthly until March. First payment by Jan. 30.
*If your payment is unsuccessful, you will have a 10-day grace period to pay.
*If payment is not received by the 10th day after the first charge is due, your order may be called off at any time.
Passes:
*A Festival Pass is a single wristband (手环) that is worn all three days.
*It works only for the weekend you bought it for.
*Wristbands won’t be affected by showering, swimming, or airport screenings.
*You must scan out to re-enter
*No sharing wristbands.
Rules to Remember:
*Lost orders must be picked up at Will Call (box office).
*The buyer’s name must match the pickup name. No changes allowed.
1. When does camping at Coachella Festival begin
A. At 5:00 PM Sundays. B. At 11:00 AM Fridays.
C. At 9:00 AM Thursdays. D. At 1:00 PM Saturdays.
2. What will happen if a payment plan charge fails
A. You will lose your bank credit. B. You get an extra 10 days to pay.
C. You must pay double next time. D. The order is called off immediately.
3. What is required for entry to the Coachella Festival
A. A wristband. B. A credit card.
C. A mobile app code. D. A printed paper ticket.
4. Who can pick up a lost order at Will Call
A. A festival volunteer. B. Any friend of the buyer.
C. The original buyer only. D. A family member with ID.
【答案】1. C 2. B 3. A 4. C
B
It all started on a stoop (门廊). I picked up a book and started reading to the neighborhood kids. When I finished reading, the kids didn’t want story time to stop. So I said, “You guys can read a book at home.” “We don’t have any books at home.” they responded. It was an unpleasant reminder that there are children who don’t have a single book at home.
As a public librarian, I quickly realized that the kids that I saw coming into the library weren’t the same ones I was reading to out on my front stoop. I learned about something called book deserts. A book desert is an area or a community with limited access to books and reading materials.
I was aware that I wasn’t going to meet my neighbors who need it most inside library’s walls. So I quit my job and took to the streets, becoming a street librarian who is doing work to increase literary access outside of traditional settings.
Book deserts are often found in economically disadvantaged areas, where bookstores and libraries are not enough. Lower-income neighbors may lack the resources to buy books from the bookstore or pay library fines. Residents may be working multiple jobs or facing hardships that make a trip to the library an additional stress. Requirement of identification, fines and fees, all while seemingly normal, can become difficult for families facing hardships.
Therefore, I’m making books appear in everyday places in extraordinary ways. I fix free public book vending machines (自助售书机), host street-corner story times, and pop up on the block with free bookstores, so kids who don’t have McDonald’s money don’t have to worry about having book-fair money. You’ll find me delivering books to your front stoop. I have delivered 5,000 books to children living in book deserts.
I believe everyone is a reader. They just haven’t found the right book yet. And that’s where librarians step in. We must meet them where they are and guide them along that journey.
5. What inspired the author to become a street librarian
A. The kids’ lack of books at home.
B. The kids’ request for more stories.
C. Her love for reading books on stoops.
D. Her curiosity for seeking book deserts.
6. What is paragraph 4 mainly about
A. The causes of book deserts.
B. The struggles of a street librarian.
C. The challenges of working more jobs.
D. The importance of traditional libraries.
7. How does the author help kids in book deserts
A. By lowering book prices. B. By donating money to them.
C. By inviting them to schools. D. By providing free books.
8. What can we conclude from the text
A. Street libraries will replace public ones.
B. Librarians should reach out to readers.
C. Libraries should maintain traditional rules.
D. Book deserts exist even in rich areas.
【答案】5. A 6. A 7. D 8. B
C
Harry Potter and Star Wars are two of the most successful movie series in history. While they seem different at first sight, they actually share many surprising similarities in their storytelling.
Both series tell classic stories about the battle between good and evil in imaginary worlds. They feature young heroes who discover their special abilities and must fight against dark forces. As the stories progress, they become more serious and complex (复杂的). Interestingly, both Harry Potter and Luke Skywalker grow up with relatives before learning about their true destinies (命运).
The similarities continue with other characters. Both series have wise old masters. Dumbledore in Harry Potter and Obi-Wan in Star Wars — who guide the young heroes. There are also loyal friends who help the main characters: Ron and Hermione for Harry, Han and Leia for Luke. Even the attacking tools are similar, with wands and lightsabers serving as symbols of the heroes’ power.
Some might think these similarities are just coincidences (巧合). However, the truth is that many great stories follow similar patterns. George Lucas, the creator of Star Wars, openly said he got ideas from older stories. J.K. Rowling did the same with Harry Potter. This doesn’t mean they copied each other, but shows how certain story types remain popular across generations.
Today, these two series continue to influence new movies. Modern films still use many of the same storytelling skills. The main difference now is the technology — today’s movies use computer effects instead of the models used in earlier Star Wars films. But the basic story structures remain similar.
Perhaps in the future, when people watch new hit movies, they might say, “This reminds me of Harry Potter or Star Wars.” Good stories have always been retold in new ways, and this tradition will likely continue for many years to come.
9. What do Harry Potter and Star Wars share
A. Creation background. B. Characters of the heroes.
C. Producing skills. D. Subject focus.
10. Which is true about the young heroes in the two movies
A. They were born with full powers. B. They are trained by evil forces.
C. They fight with great support. D. They know their destinies early on.
11. What can we learn from the text
A. Good story patterns live on. B. Fantasy films lack creativity.
C. Young heroes always win easily. D. Computer effects attract film lovers.
12. How might future movies develop
A. By using only physical models. B. By changing past successful stories.
C. By creating new imaginary worlds. D. By mixing technology with classics.
【答案】9. D 10. C 11. A 12. D
D
New studies show that some birds, such as African grey parrots, can help each other to solve problems. In the past, people believed only humans and some smart animals could do this. To test the parrots’ abilities, scientists created a special experiment. The results surprised everyone — the parrots successfully cooperated to complete the task.
In the study, two parrots were placed in side-by-side cages (笼子) with a small hole between them. On one side, a parrot could see a piece of food hidden inside a clear box but could not reach it. The other parrot had a long stick but could not see the food. To succeed, the birds needed to pass the stick through the window so the first parrot could use it to pull the food out. At first, the parrots acted independently, but after several attempts, they learned to team up. One bird would push the stick through the hole, while the other used it as a tool. This showed that they understood each other’s role, and changed their actions accordingly.
What makes this behavior even more impressive is that most animals, including many intelligent species, usually act alone when searching for food. For example, while wolves hunt in groups, their actions are driven by instinct (本能) rather than a shared plan. In contrast, the parrots in this study showed clear teamwork, suggesting a higher level of social intelligence.
Scientists believe this discovery could change how we understand animal brains. It challenges the idea that only mammals (哺乳动物), like chimpanzees or dolphins, are capable of advanced teamwork. The research also raises new questions: How did birds develop this skill Do other bird species, like crows or ravens, show similar abilities Future studies might explore whether environmental factors play a role in these cognitive (认知的) abilities.
This finding could even have practical uses. For instance, training birds to cooperate might help in wildlife conservation or improve methods for studying animal behavior. By learning more about how birds think, scientists might develop better ways to protect endangered species or solve ecological (生态的) problems.
13. What is striking about the parrots according to the study
A. They can use tools. B. They practise team spirit.
C. They learn words quickly. D. They act like most animals.
14. What’s the significance of the finding
A. It further confirms a traditional belief.
B. It improves human’s knowledge of animals.
C. It offers specific methods for future studies.
D. It proves mammals’ social intelligence.
15. What is a possible application of the finding
A. Strengthening birds’ social abilities.
B. Teaching other birds to understand each other.
C. Bettering ways to study brain functions.
D. Exploring ecological protection strategies.
16. What is the main purpose of the text
A. To explain a phenomenon. B. To argue about a theory.
C. To introduce an experiment. D. To compare animals’ intelligence.
【答案】13. B 14. B 15. D 16. C
E
In the fight to control climate change, there are few solutions more discussed than planting lots of trees. It sounds simple enough — trees take in CO2 from the atmosphere to grow, so planting more of them should help remove greenhouse gases. The trouble is that tree planting efforts don’t always work as planned. For example, between 1974 and 2012, the Chilean government helped fund the planting of over a million hectares of new trees. Yet a recent study suggests this multi-million-dollar effort resulted in no major carbon storage gains. What went wrong
Chile focused on afforestation (植树造林), the planting of trees in places never home to any forest. It is different from reforestation, the practice of bringing back recently damaged forests. Many governments and international organizations support afforestation in their efforts to meet tree planting goals that require massive amounts of land.
In order to keep taking in CO, trees need to grow tall and stay put. Most of Chile’s afforestation funding went to the commercial forestry industry, which greatly enlarged plantations of mostly non-native trees. According to one study, on average, natural forests are 40 times better at carbon storage than plantations. A tall tree can take in up to 22 kilograms of carbon dioxide each year. But plantation trees are harvested. Further, pine and eucalyptus (桉树) — two commonly grown plantation trees — are highly flammable, so gains in carbon storage can quickly go up in smoke.
And not all land should be forested. It’s not that we shouldn’t plant more trees. But for the best chance of success, programs should consider which species to plant, which lands to forest, and how to protect the land long-term. Today, Chile chooses to plant native trees.
So when is it bad to plant trees When programs put the wrong trees in the wrong places. The best ways in a greener future are to cut carbon emissions (排放), while protecting these forests from being destroyed in the first place.
17. How does the author introduce the topic of the text
A. By stating a problem. B. Through scientific data.
C. With historical facts. D. By making a comparison.
18. What does the underlined word “flammable” in Paragraph 3 mean
A. Fast-growing. B. Easy to catch fire. C. Profit-making. D. Able to clean air.
19. What is the author’s attitude to the results of tree-planting programs
A. Supportive. B. Uncertain. C. Uninterested. D. Doubtful.
20. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. Climate Change Solutions B. Chile’s Afforestation Project
C. The Right Way to Plant Trees D. The Need for Native Tree Planting
【答案】17. A 18. B 19. D 20. C
第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后的预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。
Purpose is something giving life meaning and contributing positively. ____21____ It also inspires us to influence others and find satisfaction. Either way, purpose gives life direction or happiness.
____22____ Some always know — wanting to be a doctor or dancer. Others spend time finding it. Then once they do, duties or fear will stop them from going after it wholeheartedly.
We often think purpose is one set thing. However, it can be found in small or large ways. ____23____ For example, helping a neighbor brings as much purpose as being an artist. Purpose is personal, depending on what we value.
Purpose can also change over time. Graduating college might have been a purpose, but now it’s working to provide for a family. ____24____ Yet for others, purpose remains — like Michael Jordan’s goal to play basketball. Mother Teresa selflessly served the poor. Mark Twain wrote.
In the end, it is important to find out what aim or goal brings you a sense of purpose because you can gain both mental and physical benefits. ____25____ We hope it can be helpful for you!
Key benefits:
● Stronger motivation in daily life
● Better stress management skills
● Improved life satisfaction ratings
Practical ways:
● Reflect on activities that bring you joy
● Identify problems you care deeply about
● Observe when you feel most energized
A. But how many know their purpose
B. What gives you a sense of purpose in life
C. We’ve summarized these benefits and tips.
D. The following explores the tips of finding purposes.
E. It can be as simple as daily acts or as big as a career.
F. Thus, purpose may change as our life situations develop.
G. Purpose guides choices, strengthens belief, and gives life direction.
【答案】21. G 22. A 23. E 24. F 25. C
第三部分 语言运用（共三节，满分40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。
Tom, a high-school student crazy about science, attended a school short of funds. It ____26____ advanced equipment for complex (有创造力的) experiments, making it hard for him to realize his innovative (有创造力的) ideas in the lab. However, this didn’t ____27____ his love for science.
One day, he read about a national science ____28____ in a magazine: the winner would be given a once-in-a-lifetime chance to visit a famous research lab and work with top scientists. Tom was ____29____ to take part. He spent weeks working on his ____30____ — a small solar-powered vehicle, pouring all his free time and energy into its design and construction. He faced many ____31____ like the vehicle not moving smoothly or the power source running out fast. But he didn’t ____32____ and tried various ways to solve these problems.
On the competition day, Tom was nervous yet ____33____. He showed his vehicle and explained his ideas to the ____34____. In the end, the ____35____ came out. Tom didn’t win the first prize but got an honorable mention — a great ____36____ for him.
This experience ____37____ Tom a lot. He realized the ____38____ of science, full of trials and errors, was more valuable than the result. With this new-found ____39____, he decided to join a local science club to ____40____ with other science lovers and explore science further.
26. A. required B. provided C. sold D. lacked
27. A. show B. hide C. weaken D. replace
28. A. meeting B. competition C. celebration D. exhibition
29 A. eager B. careful C. curious D. uncertain
30. A. subject B. duty C. homework D. project
31. A. shortages B. tests C. challenges D. losses
32. A. give up B. turn in C. hold out D. stay up
33. A. confused B. anxious C. confident D. disappointed
34. A. competitors B. judges C. workers D. organizers
35. A. results B. truth C. answer D. products
36. A. regret B. failure C. attempt D. achievement
37. A. moved B. taught C. trained D. encouraged
38. A. process B. significance C. progress D. experiment
39. A. approach B. information C. belief D. skill
40. A. debate B. live C. compete D. connect
【答案】26. D 27. C 28. B 29. A 30. D 31. C 32. A 33. C 34. B 35. A 36. D 37. B 38. A 39. C 40. D
第二节（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10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 Chinatown in San Francisco, the largest and oldest in America, is a top tourist destination, attracting more visitors each year than the Golden Gate Bridge. Thanks to its mild year-round climate, it’s a ____41____ (wonder) place to visit at any time.
Chinese immigrants came during the railroad building and gold-rush period. They first made it a residential area, ____42____ later developed into a center of Chinese culture. Since most people living here are of Chinese origin ____43____ many still follow traditional Chinese lifestyles, visitors can have a true Chinese experience.
____44____ (destroy) by the 1906 earthquake, it was rebuilt with Chinese-style building materials. The well-known Dragon Gate, built ____45____ donated materials from China, ____46____ (mark) the entrance. Famous sites like the Tin How Temple and Portsmouth Square, the heart of Chinatown, offer opportunities ____47____ (watch) traditional Chinese activities such as chess games and tai chi.
Chinatown’s stores sell unique souvenirs, traditional herbal medicine, and Chinese tea. However, its food, ____48____ (feature) dishes from all over China, is what tourists and ____49____ (local) love most. Chinatowns play an important role in the diverse US culture, enabling people who have never been to China to experience traditional Chinese culture ____50____ (direct).
【答案】41. wonderful
42. which 43. and
44. Destroyed
45. with 46. marks
47. to watch
48. featuring
49. locals 50. directly
第三节 选词填空（共两节，共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
I. 单词填空（每小题1分，满分10分）
从方框中选出恰当的词，并用其正确形式填空（每个词只用一次）
disappoint, origin, increase, fix, inspire, occasion, satisfy, benefit, hire, count
51. There are ____________ articles telling us the wonders of the World Wide Web.
52. Jan Tchamani, realized that one of the greatest ____________ of the Internet was its ability to remove the distance that usually exists between people.
53. She was so ____________ by the people she met online that she decided to start an IT club to teach older people how to use computers and the Internet.
54. Judy had her eyes ____________ on Van Gogh’s Sunflowers. It was hard to approach the painting as there were so many people around.
55. When Sarah Williams learnt music, it made her spirits fly like a kite in the wind. Moreover, music gave her hope and a sense of ____________.
56. Between 1997 and 2007, Eric Whitacre’s ____________ compositions began to become quite popular among choirs and singers.
57. Festivals are ____________ that allow us to relax and enjoy life, and forget about our work for a little while.
58. In 1927, Lin Qiaozhi became the first woman ever to be ____________ as a resident physician in the OB-GYN department of the PUMC Hospital.
59. Space disasters made everyone sad and ____________, but the desire to explore the universe never died.
60. In order to provide for such a rapidly ____________ population, scientists are trying to find other planets that could one day be our new home.
【答案】51. countless
52. benefits
53. inspired
54. fixed 55. satisfaction
56. original
57. occasions
58. hired 59. disappointed
60. increasing
Ⅱ. 词组填空（每小题1分，满分5分）
从方框中选出恰当的词组，并用其正确形式填空 (每个词组只用一次)
take advantage of, fall in love, be grateful for, settle in, turn upside down
61. The world has been ____________ since the invention of the Internet and the introduction of personal computers into nearly every home.
62. I ____________ with rap music when I was a teenager. Listening to music enabled me to relax and forget about my problems.
63. Festivals are becoming more and more commercial, with business ____________ the celebrations.
64. People celebrate the harvest festival to show that they ____________ the year’s supply of food.
65. Historically, Chinese immigrants ____________ the Chinatown in San Francisco during the railroad construction and gold rush period.
【答案】61. turned upside down
62. fell in love
63. taking advantage of
64. are grateful for
65. settled in
第四部分 书面表达（满分20分）
66. 你校英语报近期举行征文活动。请你以“How Have We Been Changed by AI ”为题用英语写一篇短文投稿，内容如下：
1. AI对学习和生活的影响；
2. 合理使用AI的建议。
注意：
1. 词数100左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
How Have We Been Changed by AI
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
【答案】How Have We Been Changed by AI
Version I
AI has greatly changed our lives and studies. It helps us learn faster by providing quick answers and personalized suggestions. In daily life, AI assistants like Siri make tasks easier, from setting reminders to playing music.
However, overusing AI can make us lazy and less creative. To use AI wisely, we should treat it as a tool, not a replacement for thinking. For example, when doing homework, try solving problems yourself before asking AI for help. Also, limit screen time to balance online and offline activities.
In short, AI brings convenience, but we must use it properly to stay independent and creative. (102 words)
Version 2
AI has deeply influenced our study and life. In learning, it works as a smart helper, offering quick answers to difficult questions and creating personal study plans. Students can practice languages with AI chatbots to improve speaking skills effectively. In daily life, smart devices like voice assistants make tasks easier — they schedule appointments, control home appliances, and even remind us of deadlines. AI also enriches entertainment by recommending movies and music based on our interests.
To use AI wisely, avoid over-reliance, as it may weaken critical thinking. Always verify its information to ensure accuracy. With proper use, AI will keep bringing practical benefits to our daily lives. (108 words)龙岩市2024～2025学年第二学期期末高一教学质量检查英语试题
（考试时间：120分钟 满分：150分）
第一部分 听力理解（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 color shirt does the woman suggest
A. The red one. B. The blue one. C. The purple one.
2. When did the woman place the order online
A. Three days ago. B. Four days ago. C. Five days ago.
3. Where will the man check his email tomorrow
A. In the office. B. At home. C. In the hotel.
4. Why do the speakers have to go to school on foot
A. The car is out of order.
B. They want to exercise.
C. The car is being used by their mother.
5. Who might the man be
A. A chef. B. A deliveryman. C. A waiter.
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。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What does the woman dislike eating
A. Nuts. B. Butter. C. Cheese.
7. How does the man usually have his tea
A. Plain. B. With milk. C. With sugar.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. Why do the speakers decide to celebrate their parents’60th birthday early
A. Their parents are going on a trip.
B. They will be busy with work then.
C. Their grandparents happen to be at their home.
9. What does the man plan to do for the surprise celebration
A. Buy his parents’ favorite cake.
B. Arrange a family dinner.
C. Prepare some snacks and drinks.
10. What does the woman suggest doing
A. Buying some balloons.
B. Inviting their parents’ friends.
C Putting on a photo display.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What surprises the woman about polar bears
A. Their size. B. Their living conditions. C. Their swimming skills.
12 How far away can polar bears smell food
A. Within 10 kilometers B. Within 16 kilometers. C. Within 25 kilometers.
13. What does the woman mention about polar bears in the end
A. How their population changes recently.
B. How to protect polar bears.
C. Why polar bears are in danger.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. Where does the woman come from
A. Argentina. B. China. C. Britain.
15. Which song made the speakers become friends
A. You Raise Me Up. B. Yesterday Once More. C. Beijing Welcomes You.
16. What benefit does music have according to the woman
A. It relieves people’s homesickness.
B. It brings different people together.
C. It brings people a lot of energy.
17. What does the man do
A. A singer. B. A dancer. C. A pianist.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. When will the tourists visit the rainforests
A. In the first week. B. In the second week. C. In the third week.
19. In which place will the tourists enjoy the sunrise
A. In the United States. B. In Nepal. C. In Canada.
20. What can the tourists do in the last week of the tour
A. Take a boat trip.
B. See a variety of animals.
C. Visit people living in the forest.
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节 满分60分）
第一节（共20小题；每小题2.5分，满分50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
Coachella Music and Arts Festival
The Coachella Music and Arts Festival welcomes all ages, with kids under 5 free for general admission. The festival runs over two weekends with the same lineup, art, food, and activities. Events happen rain or shine, but schedules may change. Vendors (摊贩) only accept credit cards or mobile payments. Camping is for ages 18+ unless with a parent.
Hours:
*Parking opens Friday — Sunday at 11:00 AM.
*The venue (活动场所) opens Friday — Sunday around 1:00 PM.
*Camping starts Thursdays at 9:00 AM.
*Buses from hotels leave at 1:00 PM.
Payments:
*Pay $49.99 first, then monthly until March. First payment by Jan. 30.
*If your payment is unsuccessful, you will have a 10-day grace period to pay.
*If payment is not received by the 10th day after the first charge is due, your order may be called off at any time.
Passes:
*A Festival Pass is a single wristband (手环) that is worn all three days.
*It works only for the weekend you bought it for.
*Wristbands won’t be affected by showering, swimming, or airport screenings.
*You must scan out to re-enter
*No sharing wristbands.
Rules to Remember:
*Lost orders must be picked up at Will Call (box office).
*The buyer’s name must match the pickup name. No changes allowed.
1. When does camping at Coachella Festival begin
A. At 5:00 PM Sundays. B. At 11:00 AM Fridays.
C. At 9:00 AM Thursdays. D. At 1:00 PM Saturdays.
2. What will happen if a payment plan charge fails
A. You will lose your bank credit. B. You get an extra 10 days to pay.
C. You must pay double next time. D. The order is called off immediately.
3. What is required for entry to the Coachella Festival
A. A wristband. B. A credit card.
C. A mobile app code. D. A printed paper ticket.
4. Who can pick up a lost order at Will Call
A. A festival volunteer. B. Any friend of the buyer.
C. The original buyer only. D. A family member with ID.
B
It all started on a stoop (门廊). I picked up a book and started reading to the neighborhood kids. When I finished reading, the kids didn’t want story time to stop. So I said, “You guys can read a book at home.” “We don’t have any books at home.” they responded. It was an unpleasant reminder that there are children who don’t have a single book at home.
As a public librarian, I quickly realized that the kids that I saw coming into the library weren’t the same ones I was reading to out on my front stoop. I learned about something called book deserts. A book desert is an area or a community with limited access to books and reading materials.
I was aware that I wasn’t going to meet my neighbors who need it most inside library’s walls. So I quit my job and took to the streets, becoming a street librarian who is doing work to increase literary access outside of traditional settings.
Book deserts are often found in economically disadvantaged areas, where bookstores and libraries are not enough. Lower-income neighbors may lack the resources to buy books from the bookstore or pay library fines. Residents may be working multiple jobs or facing hardships that make a trip to the library an additional stress. Requirement of identification, fines and fees, all while seemingly normal, can become difficult for families facing hardships.
Therefore, I’m making books appear in everyday places in extraordinary ways. I fix free public book vending machines (自助售书机), host street-corner story times, and pop up on the block with free bookstores, so kids who don’t have McDonald’s money don’t have to worry about having book-fair money. You’ll find me delivering books to your front stoop. I have delivered 5,000 books to children living in book deserts.
I believe everyone is a reader. They just haven’t found the right book yet. And that’s where librarians step in. We must meet them where they are and guide them along that journey.
5. What inspired the author to become a street librarian
A. The kids’ lack of books at home.
B. The kids’ request for more stories.
C. Her love for reading books on stoops.
D. Her curiosity for seeking book deserts.
6. What is paragraph 4 mainly about
A. The causes of book deserts.
B. The struggles of a street librarian.
C. The challenges of working more jobs.
D. The importance of traditional libraries.
7. How does the author help kids in book deserts
A. By lowering book prices. B. By donating money to them.
C. By inviting them to schools. D. By providing free books.
8. What can we conclude from the text
A. Street libraries will replace public ones.
B. Librarians should reach out to readers.
C. Libraries should maintain traditional rules.
D. Book deserts exist even in rich areas.
C
Harry Potter and Star Wars are two of the most successful movie series in history. While they seem different at first sight, they actually share many surprising similarities in their storytelling.
Both series tell classic stories about the battle between good and evil in imaginary worlds. They feature young heroes who discover their special abilities and must fight against dark forces. As the stories progress, they become more serious and complex (复杂的). Interestingly, both Harry Potter and Luke Skywalker grow up with relatives before learning about their true destinies (命运).
The similarities continue with other characters. Both series have wise old masters. Dumbledore in Harry Potter and Obi-Wan in Star Wars — who guide the young heroes. There are also loyal friends who help the main characters: Ron and Hermione for Harry, Han and Leia for Luke. Even the attacking tools are similar, with wands and lightsabers serving as symbols of the heroes’ power.
Some might think these similarities are just coincidences (巧合). However, the truth is that many great stories follow similar patterns. George Lucas, the creator of Star Wars, openly said he got ideas from older stories. J.K. Rowling did the same with Harry Potter. This doesn’t mean they copied each other, but shows how certain story types remain popular across generations.
Today, these two series continue to influence new movies. Modern films still use many of the same storytelling skills. The main difference now is the technology — today’s movies use computer effects instead of the models used in earlier Star Wars films. But the basic story structures remain similar.
Perhaps in the future, when people watch new hit movies, they might say, “This reminds me of Harry Potter or Star Wars.” Good stories have always been retold in new ways, and this tradition will likely continue for many years to come.
9. What do Harry Potter and Star Wars share
A. Creation background. B. Characters of the heroes.
C. Producing skills. D. Subject focus.
10. Which is true about the young heroes in the two movies
A. They were born with full powers. B. They are trained by evil forces.
C. They fight with great support. D. They know their destinies early on.
11. What can we learn from the text
A. Good story patterns live on. B. Fantasy films lack creativity.
C. Young heroes always win easily. D. Computer effects attract film lovers.
12. How might future movies develop
A. By using only physical models. B. By changing past successful stories.
C. By creating new imaginary worlds. D. By mixing technology with classics.
D
New studies show that some birds, such as African grey parrots, can help each other to solve problems. In the past, people believed only humans and some smart animals could do this. To test the parrots’ abilities, scientists created a special experiment. The results surprised everyone — the parrots successfully cooperated to complete the task.
In the study, two parrots were placed in side-by-side cages (笼子) with a small hole between them. On one side, a parrot could see a piece of food hidden inside a clear box but could not reach it. The other parrot had a long stick but could not see the food. To succeed, the birds needed to pass the stick through the window so the first parrot could use it to pull the food out. At first, the parrots acted independently, but after several attempts, they learned to team up. One bird would push the stick through the hole, while the other used it as a tool. This showed that they understood each other’s role, and changed their actions accordingly.
What makes this behavior even more impressive is that most animals, including many intelligent species, usually act alone when searching for food. For example, while wolves hunt in groups, their actions are driven by instinct (本能) rather than a shared plan. In contrast, the parrots in this study showed clear teamwork, suggesting a higher level of social intelligence.
Scientists believe this discovery could change how we understand animal brains. It challenges the idea that only mammals (哺乳动物), like chimpanzees or dolphins, are capable of advanced teamwork. The research also raises new questions: How did birds develop this skill Do other bird species, like crows or ravens, show similar abilities Future studies might explore whether environmental factors play a role in these cognitive (认知的) abilities.
This finding could even have practical uses. For instance, training birds to cooperate might help in wildlife conservation or improve methods for studying animal behavior. By learning more about how birds think, scientists might develop better ways to protect endangered species or solve ecological (生态的) problems.
13. What is striking about the parrots according to the study
A. They can use tools. B. They practise team spirit.
C. They learn words quickly. D. They act like most animals.
14. What’s the significance of the finding
A. It further confirms a traditional belief.
B. It improves human’s knowledge of animals.
C. It offers specific methods for future studies.
D. It proves mammals’ social intelligence.
15. What is a possible application of the finding
A. Strengthening birds’ social abilities.
B. Teaching other birds to understand each other.
C. Bettering ways to study brain functions.
D. Exploring ecological protection strategies.
16. What is the main purpose of the text
A. To explain a phenomenon. B. To argue about a theory.
C. To introduce an experiment. D. To compare animals’ intelligence.
E
In the fight to control climate change, there are few solutions more discussed than planting lots of trees. It sounds simple enough — trees take in CO2 from the atmosphere to grow, so planting more of them should help remove greenhouse gases. The trouble is that tree planting efforts don’t always work as planned. For example, between 1974 and 2012, the Chilean government helped fund the planting of over a million hectares of new trees. Yet a recent study suggests this multi-million-dollar effort resulted in no major carbon storage gains. What went wrong
Chile focused on afforestation (植树造林), the planting of trees in places never home to any forest. It is different from reforestation, the practice of bringing back recently damaged forests. Many governments and international organizations support afforestation in their efforts to meet tree planting goals that require massive amounts of land.
In order to keep taking in CO, trees need to grow tall and stay put. Most of Chile’s afforestation funding went to the commercial forestry industry, which greatly enlarged plantations of mostly non-native trees. According to one study, on average, natural forests are 40 times better at carbon storage than plantations. A tall tree can take in up to 22 kilograms of carbon dioxide each year. But plantation trees are harvested. Further, pine and eucalyptus (桉树) — two commonly grown plantation trees — are highly flammable, so gains in carbon storage can quickly go up in smoke.
And not all land should be forested. It’s not that we shouldn’t plant more trees. But for the best chance of success, programs should consider which species to plant, which lands to forest, and how to protect the land long-term. Today, Chile chooses to plant native trees.
So when is it bad to plant trees When programs put the wrong trees in the wrong places. The best ways in a greener future are to cut carbon emissions (排放), while protecting these forests from being destroyed in the first place.
17. How does the author introduce the topic of the text
A. By stating a problem. B. Through scientific data.
C. With historical facts. D. By making a comparison.
18. What does the underlined word “flammable” in Paragraph 3 mean
A. Fast-growing. B. Easy to catch fire. C. Profit-making. D. Able to clean air.
19. What is the author’s attitude to the results of tree-planting programs
A. Supportive. B. Uncertain. C. Uninterested. D. Doubtful.
20. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. Climate Change Solutions B. Chile’s Afforestation Project
C. The Right Way to Plant Trees D. The Need for Native Tree Planting
第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后的预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。
Purpose is something giving life meaning and contributing positively. ____21____ It also inspires us to influence others and find satisfaction. Either way, purpose gives life direction or happiness.
____22____ Some always know — wanting to be a doctor or dancer. Others spend time finding it. Then once they do, duties or fear will stop them from going after it wholeheartedly.
We often think purpose is one set thing. However, it can be found in small or large ways. ____23____ For example, helping a neighbor brings as much purpose as being an artist. Purpose is personal, depending on what we value.
Purpose can also change over time. Graduating college might have been a purpose, but now it’s working to provide for a family. ____24____ Yet for others, purpose remains — like Michael Jordan’s goal to play basketball. Mother Teresa selflessly served the poor. Mark Twain wrote.
In the end, it is important to find out what aim or goal brings you a sense of purpose because you can gain both mental and physical benefits. ____25____ We hope it can be helpful for you!
Key benefits:
● Stronger motivation in daily life
● Better stress management skills
● Improved life satisfaction ratings
Practical ways:
● Reflect on activities that bring you joy
● Identify problems you care deeply about
● Observe when you feel most energized
A. But how many know their purpose
B. What gives you a sense of purpose in life
C. We’ve summarized these benefits and tips.
D. The following explores the tips of finding purposes.
E. It can be as simple as daily acts or as big as a career.
F. Thus, purpose may change as our life situations develop.
G. Purpose guides choices, strengthens belief, and gives life direction.
第三部分 语言运用（共三节，满分40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。
Tom, a high-school student crazy about science, attended a school short of funds. It ____26____ advanced equipment for complex (有创造力的) experiments, making it hard for him to realize his innovative (有创造力的) ideas in the lab. However, this didn’t ____27____ his love for science.
One day, he read about a national science ____28____ in a magazine: the winner would be given a once-in-a-lifetime chance to visit a famous research lab and work with top scientists. Tom was ____29____ to take part. He spent weeks working on his ____30____ — a small solar-powered vehicle, pouring all his free time and energy into its design and construction. He faced many ____31____ like the vehicle not moving smoothly or the power source running out fast. But he didn’t ____32____ and tried various ways to solve these problems.
On the competition day, Tom was nervous yet ____33____. He showed his vehicle and explained his ideas to the ____34____. In the end, the ____35____ came out. Tom didn’t win the first prize but got an honorable mention — a great ____36____ for him.
This experience ____37____ Tom a lot. He realized the ____38____ of science, full of trials and errors, was more valuable than the result. With this new-found ____39____, he decided to join a local science club to ____40____ with other science lovers and explore science further.
26. A. required B. provided C. sold D. lacked
27. A. show B. hide C. weaken D. replace
28. A. meeting B. competition C. celebration D. exhibition
29 A. eager B. careful C. curious D. uncertain
30. A. subject B. duty C. homework D. project
31. A. shortages B. tests C. challenges D. losses
32. A. give up B. turn in C. hold out D. stay up
33. A. confused B. anxious C. confident D. disappointed
34. A. competitors B. judges C. workers D. organizers
35. A. results B. truth C. answer D. products
36. A. regret B. failure C. attempt D. achievement
37. A. moved B. taught C. trained D. encouraged
38. A. process B. significance C. progress D. experiment
39. A. approach B. information C. belief D. skill
40. A. debate B. live C. compete D. connect
第二节（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10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 Chinatown in San Francisco, the largest and oldest in America, is a top tourist destination, attracting more visitors each year than the Golden Gate Bridge. Thanks to its mild year-round climate, it’s a ____41____ (wonder) place to visit at any time.
Chinese immigrants came during the railroad building and gold-rush period. They first made it a residential area, ____42____ later developed into a center of Chinese culture. Since most people living here are of Chinese origin ____43____ many still follow traditional Chinese lifestyles, visitors can have a true Chinese experience.
____44____ (destroy) by the 1906 earthquake, it was rebuilt with Chinese-style building materials. The well-known Dragon Gate, built ____45____ donated materials from China, ____46____ (mark) the entrance. Famous sites like the Tin How Temple and Portsmouth Square, the heart of Chinatown, offer opportunities ____47____ (watch) traditional Chinese activities such as chess games and tai chi.
Chinatown’s stores sell unique souvenirs, traditional herbal medicine, and Chinese tea. However, its food, ____48____ (feature) dishes from all over China, is what tourists and ____49____ (local) love most. Chinatowns play an important role in the diverse US culture, enabling people who have never been to China to experience traditional Chinese culture ____50____ (direct).
第三节 选词填空（共两节，共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
I. 单词填空（每小题1分，满分10分）
从方框中选出恰当的词，并用其正确形式填空（每个词只用一次）
disappoint, origin, increase, fix, inspire, occasion, satisfy, benefit, hire, count
51. There are ____________ articles telling us the wonders of the World Wide Web.
52. Jan Tchamani, realized that one of the greatest ____________ of the Internet was its ability to remove the distance that usually exists between people.
53. She was so ____________ by the people she met online that she decided to start an IT club to teach older people how to use computers and the Internet.
54. Judy had her eyes ____________ on Van Gogh’s Sunflowers. It was hard to approach the painting as there were so many people around.
55. When Sarah Williams learnt music, it made her spirits fly like a kite in the wind. Moreover, music gave her hope and a sense of ____________.
56. Between 1997 and 2007, Eric Whitacre’s ____________ compositions began to become quite popular among choirs and singers.
57. Festivals are ____________ that allow us to relax and enjoy life, and forget about our work for a little while.
58. In 1927, Lin Qiaozhi became the first woman ever to be ____________ as a resident physician in the OB-GYN department of the PUMC Hospital.
59. Space disasters made everyone sad and ____________, but the desire to explore the universe never died.
60. In order to provide for such a rapidly ____________ population, scientists are trying to find other planets that could one day be our new home.
Ⅱ. 词组填空（每小题1分，满分5分）
从方框中选出恰当的词组，并用其正确形式填空 (每个词组只用一次)
take advantage of, fall in love, be grateful for, settle in, turn upside down
61. The world has been ____________ since the invention of the Internet and the introduction of personal computers into nearly every home.
62. I ____________ with rap music when I was a teenager. Listening to music enabled me to relax and forget about my problems.
63. Festivals are becoming more and more commercial, with business ____________ the celebrations.
64. People celebrate the harvest festival to show that they ____________ the year’s supply of food.
65. Historically, Chinese immigrants ____________ the Chinatown in San Francisco during the railroad construction and gold rush period.
第四部分 书面表达（满分20分）
66. 你校英语报近期举行征文活动。请你以“How Have We Been Changed by AI ”为题用英语写一篇短文投稿，内容如下：
1. AI对学习和生活的影响；
2. 合理使用AI的建议。
注意：
1. 词数100左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
How Have We Been Changed by AI
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