湖北省武汉2025-2026学年度高一开学分班考试
英 语
本试卷分第Ⅰ卷(选择题)和第Ⅱ卷(非选择题)。满分150分，考试时间120分钟。
注意事项：
1.答第Ⅰ卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2.选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。不能答在本试卷上，否则无效。
第Ⅰ卷
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
注意：回答听力部分时，请先将答案标在试卷上。听力部分结束前，你将有两分钟的时间将你的答案转涂到答题卡上。
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 does the woman want to do tomorrow
A. Go shopping. B. Visit her aunt. C. Attend a birthday party.
2. What did the woman do this morning
A. She went on a trip. B. She did the packing. C. She checked the windows.
3. What is mentioned in the email about the fitness center
A. It will be in use next month.
B. It will lengthen business hours.
C. It will be open to the employees.
4. How does the man feel about the news
A. Happy. B. Confused. C. Surprised.
5. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Delivery man and customer. B. Baker and customer. C. Co-workers.
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. What does the man like doing in the park
A. Hiking. B. Bird-watching. C. Picnicking.
7. What does the man ask the woman to do in the end
A. Book a tour guide. B. Show him around. C. Have something to eat together.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8. What sport does the man learn to do
A. Tennis. B. Football. C. Basketball.
9. What did the man do first in the lesson
A. He played a game. B. He jumped. C. He ran.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
10. How many parts are there in the smartwatch
A. Five. B. Six. C. Eleven.
11. Where is the power button of the smartwatch
A. At the back. B. On the right side. C. At the bottom left.
12. Which function does the man care about most
A. The microphone. B. Heart rate monitor. C. The touch screen.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
13. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. How Martina chose her course.
B. What Martina’s teacher looks like.
C. Whether Martina enjoys her campus life.
14. What do we know about the art teacher
A. He is from France. B. He has a bad accent. C. He advises Martina on choices.
15. What subject does Martina like best
A. Art. B. Science. C. History.
16. Why did Martina decide to major in English
A. It was more practical for her future.
B. It is easier to learn than other subjects.
C. She liked the English teacher.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17. Which building has a gym
A. Blake Residence. B. Brown Hall. C. Queen’s Building.
18. Why is Blake Residence peaceful
A. Only girls live there. B. No visitors can come in. C. Everyone has a private room.
19. What is the advantage of Queen’s Building
A. It has shower rooms. B. It has a computer room. C. It has its own private garden.
20. Why is the Parkway Flats expensive
A. Parking there is charged.
B. There are the largest rooms.
C. The fees include the cost of meals.
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
Metropolitan Art Gallery Visitor Guide
Discover world-class art collections at the Metropolitan Art Gallery, where over 5,000 artworks spanning ancient to contemporary periods await your visit. Designed for art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike, our gallery offers an enriching cultural experience through carefully organized exhibitions and engaging programs.
Opening Hours
The gallery welcomes visitors Wednesday through Monday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with extended hours until 8:00 PM on Fridays. Please note we're closed on Tuesdays, and last admission is 45 minutes before closing time.
Admission Prices
Ticket Type Price
Adult 15
Senior(65+) 12
Student (with ID) 10
Child (under 12) Free
Family (2+2) 35
Daily Programs
Begin your journey with our daily Guided Highlights Tour at 11:00 AM or 2:00 PM, perfect for first-time visitors. Families will enjoy our weekend Children’s Art Workshops at10:30 AM, while art lovers can attend our Friday evening Artist Talks at 6:30 PM.
Visitor Facilities
We’ve designed your visit for comfort and convenience, offering free cloakroom service, wheelchair accessible routes, and audio guides in five languages ( 3 rental). Relax at our gallery café serving light meals, and stay connected with free Wi-Fi throughout.
Plan Your Visit
For the best experience, we recommend allowing at least two hours for your visit and purchasing tickets online to avoid queues. Don’t forget your camera (flash photography prohibited), and please note our size restrictions for bags (maximum 40x40x20cm).
Location & Transport
Located at 15 Culture Street, just a 5-minute walk from Central Station, the gallery offers bike racks and limited nearby parking for your convenience.
21. How much should a family of two adults and one child (aged 10) pay for admission
A. 25. B. 30. C. 35. D. 40.
22. What can visitors do in Metropolitan Art Gallery
A. Attend Artist talks on Monday. B. Appreciate ancient art works on Friday.
C. Enjoy Guided Highlights Tours on Tuesday. D. Join Children’s Art Workshops on Wednesday.
23. What are visitors advised to do before coming
A. Bring light meals. B. Rent an audio guide. C. Buy tickets online. D. Reserve parking spaces.
B
Weifang, Shandong province, will exempt (免除) senior middle school tuition fees for the third child in every family born after May 31, 2021, local officials announced on Tuesday at a news conference on optimizing policies encouraging families to have more children.
The tuition fee exemption is one of a series of measures released by the city to encourage the birthrate. Others include subsidies (补贴) for universal childcare services, house purchases and medical expenses for childbirth. The government is also optimizing pregnancy leave and encouraging employers to explore flexible working schedules for female workers.
The newly released measures have received a mixed response from the public with some welcoming the policy, while others say the tuition benefit is too little and too far off to make an impact. “Is the child able to study in a senior middle school if he or she didn’t pass the examination ” said one user mockingly on the Twitter-like platform Sina Weibo.
Cities in the province have been ramping up subsidies, and education and nursery care services to encourage families to have more children.
Shandong province, with a population of over 100 million people, in 2022 recorded its lowest birthrate since 1983. “To encourage the birthrate, the government need to pay attention to the needs of families with only one child instead of only providing subsidies for couples with two or three children. Whether young couples have a high willingness to have one more child depends mostly on their experience of raising the first child,” said Gao Ming, 35, a resident of Qingdao. She added that she didn’t want to have a second children, even if Qingdao took similar measures.
24. What benefits can a woman with a third child enjoy in Weifang
A. The whole pregnancy leave and one-year maternal leave.
B. The promise of her third child’s admission to senior middle school.
C. Free tuition fees of her third child for senior middle school.
D. The house purchases with expenses fully covered by the government.
25. The underlined word “mockingly” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to _________
A. jokingly B. alarmingly C. lovingly D. willingly
26. Why does the passage end with a quote from Gao Ming
A. To present a fact. B. To illustrate a viewpoint.
C. To solve a problem. D. To make a comparison.
27. Which of the following might be the best title for this passage
A. Shandong witnessed its lowest birthrate in 2022.
B. More measures are introduced to boost childbirth.
C. Newly released measures caused different public responses.
D. Is it a blessing or a curse to have more children
C
Insomnia is a sleep disorder that affects about 10% of adults in the United States. It is characterized by difficulty with falling asleep, or waking up too early, at least three times per week for a period of three months or more. If you happen to struggle with insomnia, you can try a weighted metal chain blanket (毯子), one that might sound a little strange but effective.
A team of researchers at the Karolinska Institute in Sweden conducted a study to determine whether a weighted metal chain blanket could improve insomnia symptoms (症状) compared to a light plastic chain blanket. Subjects were randomly given either a weighted metal chain blanket or a light plastic chain blanket, which were the same shape and size. Those who were provided with a weighted metal chain blanket first tried on an 8-kilogram blanket. If this was too heavy, a 6-kilogram blanket was then provided. Over a four-week period, their sleep was judged using surveys and a wrist-based device called an actigraph.
They found participants who used the weighted metal chain blanket reported that their insomnia symptoms dropped significantly, while those who had used the light plastic chain blanket did not experience such obvious improvements. Furthermore, anxiety symptoms decreased much more for those who used the weighted metal chain blanket than those who used the light plastic chain blanket.
The principle behind these blankets is that the pressure of the weight provides some value of treatment. It’s almost like a baby’s wrapping blanket that calms it as it sleeps. Weighted blankets can calm your nerves. Pressure from the blanket may contribute to nervous system responses that lower your heart rate and breathing when you’re anxious. This can help you calm down and sleep. The pressure could also cause your brain to release a chemical called serotonin, which helps your mind and body calm down.
“While these findings are promising, more research is needed to support the effectiveness,” says the lead researcher.
28. How does the author introduce the topic
A. By giving an example. B. By raising a question.
C. By analyzing causes. D. By describing symptoms.
29. What does paragraph 2 focus on concerning the research
A. Its background. B. Its process. C. Its findings. D. Its limitations.
30. Why can a weighted metal chain blanket promise a better sleep
A. Its pressure calms people down. B. Its material reduces people’s anxiety.
C. It monitors people’s heart rate. D. It gives off comforting chemicals.
31. Which word best describes the author’s attitude to the research
A. Doubtful. B. Unclear. C. Objective. D. Indifferent.
D
An experiment which saw salad seeds sent into space has given hope for the future of growing food on another planet, according to a recently-published study.
The findings have appeared after two kilograms of seeds spent six months on board the International Space Station (ISS) with the astronaut, Tim Peake, as part of his Principia mission.
There, the seeds could have absorbed up to 100 times more radiation (辐射) than on Earth while being influenced by the violent shaking from the stresses of space travel.
When the seeds returned to Earth in 2016, 600,000 children from schools across Britain took part in an experiment, supported by the UK Space Agency, to plant them and monitor their growth, comparing it to that of seeds that had remained on Earth.
The results showed that, while the space seeds grew more slowly and were more sensitive to ageing, they were still able to survive.
Peake said, “When humans travel to Mars, they will need to find ways to feed themselves, and this research helps us understand some of the biology of seed storage and germination (发芽) which will be important for future space missions.”
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) tasked 8,600 schools and groups across Britain with taking part in the controlled study and recording their results as a scientist would.
It was part of a project called Rocket Science, led by the RHS Campaign for School Gardening, in partnership with the UK Space Agency.
RHS manager Alana Cama said, “The Rocket Science experiment opened a window into space biology and allowed young people to be at the forefront of creative research.”
“This research project did more than just inspire; it furthered our understanding of the challenges around growing plants in unusual environments and the possibility of growing food on long-term space missions in the future. Inspiring a new generation of botanists and biologists will remain our goal to enrich everyone’s lives through plants.”
32. What do the findings of the experiment indicate
A. Salad seeds sent into space turned out to be a failure.
B. Astronauts successfully grew salad seeds on Mars.
C. The future of growing plants in space looks bright.
D. The radiation makes it impossible for plants to survive.
33. Which word can be filled in the blank to complete the research steps
carry the seeds into space → bring them back to Earth → ______ the growing state → make comparisons
A. Update. B. Observe. C. Protect. D. Improve.
34. Unlike those on Earth, the seeds sent into space ________.
A. can grow 100 times larger in size B. provide enough food for astronauts
C. stop growing when returning to Earth D. are more likely to show signs of ageing
35. What can we learn from what Alana Cama said
A. Growing plants in unusual environments is no longer a challenging task.
B. A new generation of botanists and biologists takes the lead in the research.
C. The project inspires the interests of the young generation in creative fields.
D. The exploration of growing food in space is the central mission in the future.
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。
When traveling, many find themselves in places where the local language is unfamiliar. Once, travelers relied on phrasebooks, but the spread of English has reduced this need. However, most people worldwide still don’t speak English. 36 Increasingly, travelers use free translation apps. These apps allow users to speak into their phones and receive spoken translations almost instantly, bridging language gaps effectively.
37 Google Translate, a well-known name, often makes mistakes. For instance, translating “my wife is gluten-free (不能吃面筋)” into French or Italian as “my wife is without gluten” misses the intended meaning: However, competitors offer better alternatives. 38 It offers no direct translations, but imitates a native speaker’s input.
While AI tools make travel easier, some worry they discourage language learning. Douglas Hofstadter, a language expert, argues that relying on machines for communication robs people of meaningful experiences and accomplishments. However, others believe most people don’t need fluency for casual travel. 39
As AI translation gains popularity, people may divide into two groups: those eager to learn languages for cultural experience and mental challenge, and those who see it as unnecessary effort. This issue is particularly pressing for English speakers, as many schools in English-speaking countries reduce foreign language programs. 40 Direct communication, even if imperfect, brings up deeper connections than relying on technology.
A. Yet, these tools aren’t perfect.
B. And they prefer the convenience of AI.
C. It is a paraphrase rather than a translation.
D. Travel has long been a motivator for study.
E. Despite this, the social significance of language remains.
F. This leads them to rely on gestures, patience, or technology.
G. ChatGPT stands out by creating natural-sounding paraphrases.
第II卷（非选择题）
第三部分 语言运用（共四节，满分55分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I whispered to myself, “A five-day art camp at White Cliff this summer.” White Cliff was really 41 for an enthusiastic painter like me. But at the 42 of going there alone, I had butterflies in my stomach. Later, I dialed my only friend Emily’s number, only to discover that she would be otherwise 43 . I sighed and drooped my head. I had really had a hard time jumping into something without 44 faces around. 45 , I went outside to draw the Westons’ towering pine tree. Sitting on the stairs, I thought about the art camp and wished to feel a little 46 . But by the time I started sketching (画素描), I had made myself believe that 47 the camp was my content decision.
I carefully 48 the pine’s strong trunk, straight and solid, and added the graceful branches. Once lost in my sketching, I 49 noticed the fly buzzing around me. Hence, I jumped when Mr. Weston suddenly remarked, “You’ve shown the characteristics of the tree’s 50 beautifully on paper.” “Thanks.” I smiled, glancing up. “If you spread out the roots near the surface, the tree could 51 sufficient water and grow even higher.” I noticed the knobby bumps (疙瘩状突起) of roots 52 out of the ground all around the tree. I’d never realized how 53 a tree’s roots spread outward. It struck me that if I wanted to grow, I had to start 54 too.
That evening, I filled out the art camp application, ready to spread my 55 out into new earth. I thought I am the pine.
41. A. accessible B. typical C. attractive D. commercial
42. A. sight B. dilemma C. request D. thought
43. A. rejected B. attracted C. occupied D. addicted
44. A. familiar B. gentle C. confident D. beautiful
45. A. Delighted B. Relieved C. Shocked D. Depressed
46. A. cleverer B. luckier C. happier D. braver
47. A. illustrating B. attending C. establishing D. skipping
48. A. drew B. watched C. wrote D. cut
49. A. absolutely B. narrowly C. hardly D. suddenly
50. A. magic B. function C. mystery D. strength
51. A. supply B. fetch C. absorb D. contain
52. A. sticking B. hiding C. digging D. lifting
53. A. well B. far C. deep D. long
54. A. growing up B. reaching out C. going off D. setting out
55. A. life B. roots C. camp D. interests
第二节 单词拼写：根据括号中的汉语或首字母提示拼写单词。(每小题1分，满分10分)
56. This region is becoming increasingly important both strategically and (经济上).
57. These are purely (防御，保护) weapons, not designed for attack.
58. The third quality of literature, coming out of the other two, is its (永恒).
59. Lowering interest rates could have destructive c (后果) for the economy.
60. I just used the first excuse which s to mind.
61. No. 9 High School is one of those that have gone to great l to protect students’ eyes, coming up with many effective solutions. (根据首字母单词拼写)
62. The l are more important to us than the dead.
63. The sudden i of the car hitting the tree left the driver in shock, but fortunately, he was not seriously injured.
64. The Prime Minister will present some (策略) for dealing with unemployment tomorrow afternoon.
65. It will close more than 200 stores nationwide, resulting in the layoffs (下岗) of an e 2,000 employees.
第三节 完成句子：根据括号中的汉语提示完成句子。(每题1.5分，满分15分)
66. The police had been told that a bomb had been planted on the plane. After we had landed, the plane _________ (被搜查) thoroughly.
67. After taking off, we were flying low over the city and slowly (升高), when the plane suddenly turned around and flew back to the airport.
68. The students got poor marks this time, so their teacher told them (要更细心) next time.
69. (有了) advanced knowledge, we can struggle against nature.
70. His academic achievements led to __________ (他当选为) as an academician (院士) of the Chinese Academy of Science.
71. There are Chinese tea stores, (游客可以在那里品尝) and buy varieties of Chinese tea.
72. Inspired by my headteacher, I am determined to stick to my dream (直到实现它).
73. With the College Entrance Examination approaching, I strongly recommend that (我们应该珍惜时间) and study hard to be admitted into key universities.
74. Maggie and Jackson, in whose house we are making the party, (是一对非常迷人的夫妇).
75. Thousands of years ago, they formed those ancient tea plantations, (最好的礼物) that nature has granted us.
第四节 语法填空：(每题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 tea culture of China is amazing and has a long history. Tea drinking was widespread in China for about one thousand years before 76 (appear) in Europe.
Tea drinking in China enjoys wide 77 (popular). Many people nowadays go to expensively decorated teahouses to talk business. However, tea drinking is very complex. Many factors contribute to 78 enjoyable experience. It starts with the surroundings. In the past, tea drinking took place in situation 79 “spring water runs on marble”. At present, 80 (create) such atmosphere, teahouses are decorated 81 traditional paintings and furniture. Besides, there is always a performance of a traditional Chinese musical instrument, such as guzheng, pipa and erhu. Water used for tea also 82 (matter). In the old days, the water that came from melted (融化的) snow 83 (regard) as the best. Today no one collects snow any longer because of pollution and 84 people use is bottled water. Red tea, together with green tea, oolong tea and pu’er tea ranks the top four favorites. The first three types of tea are processed using similar methods but pu’er tea uses a 85 (complete) different. method.
第四部分 写作（满分15分）
假定你是李华，为了弘扬中华民族的传统美德，你校将以“Morals and Virtues”为主题举办英文演讲比赛。请你写一篇演讲稿参赛，内容包括：
1. 你对中华传统美德的理解；
2. 你的期望。
注意：
写作词数应为80个左右。
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英 语
本试卷分第Ⅰ卷(选择题)和第Ⅱ卷(非选择题)。满分150分，考试时间120分钟。
注意事项：
1.答第Ⅰ卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2.选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。不能答在本试卷上，否则无效。
第Ⅰ卷
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
注意：回答听力部分时，请先将答案标在试卷上。听力部分结束前，你将有两分钟的时间将你的答案转涂到答题卡上。
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 does the woman want to do tomorrow
A. Go shopping. B. Visit her aunt. C. Attend a birthday party.
【答案】A
【原文】
M: That’s a nice handbag. Where did you get it
W: At the new department store
M: I want to buy one just like that for my mother’s birthday.
W: Actually, I’m going there tomorrow to find a shoulder bag for my aunt.
2. What did the woman do this morning
A. She went on a trip. B. She did the packing. C. She checked the windows.
【答案】B
【原文】
M: Are you ready for the trip to new York
W: More or less. I managed to pack my suitcase first thing this morning, so all that’s left to do is lock the Windows.
3. What is mentioned in the email about the fitness center
A. It will be in use next month.
B. It will lengthen business hours.
C. It will be open to the employees.
【答案】B
【原文】
W: Did you see the email Our fitness center’s going to stay open 24 hours
M: Yes, I read it. The email said the new hours will start next month. I’ll think it’ll make our members very happy.
4. How does the man feel about the news
A. Happy. B. Confused. C. Surprised.
【答案】C
【原文】
W: I just found out some great news.
M: What’s that, Evelyn
W: You know how I’ve always wanted to be a professional photographer Well, I just got a job at fashion magazine.
M: Wow, I didn’t even know you were looking for another job.
5. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Delivery man and customer. B. Baker and customer. C. Co-workers.
【答案】B
【原文】
W: Hi, I’m here to pick up a cake.
M: Sure. Could you tell me the name it’s under
W: I’m not sure who among my co-workers ordered it, but it should have the number 25 on it.
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. What does the man like doing in the park
A. Hiking. B. Bird-watching. C. Picnicking.
7. What does the man ask the woman to do in the end
A. Book a tour guide. B. Show him around. C. Have something to eat together.
【答案】6. C 7. B
【原文】
W: Any favorite activities you enjoy doing in the park
M: Well, for me, nothing beats enjoying good food and good company outdoors.
W: Maybe we could plan a picnic together sometime
M: I’d love that! So, what else do you enjoy doing in your free time
W: Well, I’m quite the nature lover. Hiking, bird-watching, you name it.
M: That’s fantastic! I’ve been meaning to explore more around here. Maybe you could show me some hidden places
W: Absolutely! I’d be happy to be your tour guide.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8. What sport does the man learn to do
A. Tennis. B. Football. C. Basketball.
9. What did the man do first in the lesson
A. He played a game. B. He jumped. C. He ran.
【答案】8. A 9. B
【原文】
W: You look tired!
M: Yes, I’ve just been doing some sports. I’ve needed to do more for ages, so instead of sitting at home watching tennis on TV, I’m actually having a go at playing it now. I considered taking up football or basketball, but they require too much physical contact.
W: So have you just had a lesson
M: Yes. I thought it’d include having a game with someone, but the coach had us doing lots of jumping first. And after that, we went running. It seemed to go on forever!
W: Oh wow!
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
10. How many parts are there in the smartwatch
A. Five. B. Six. C. Eleven.
11. Where is the power button of the smartwatch
A. At the back. B. On the right side. C. At the bottom left.
12. Which function does the man care about most
A. The microphone. B. Heart rate monitor. C. The touch screen.
【答案】10. C 11. C 12. B
【原文】
M: Good morning. How can I use this smartwatch
W: Well, there are eleven parts in this watch, but I’ll just show you the first five most basic buttons. To turn on the watch, you need to press the Home Button, which is at the bottom left of the watch.
M: OK, I see.
W: The second button is the Microphone, which is on the right side of the watch. It picks up sound or voice if you are sending it to other people.
M: Well, Is there anything that helps me to measure my heart rate
W: Sure, sir. Here is the Heart Rate Sensor on the back of the smart watch. Another feature is the touch screen on which you can touch to enable any function. And with the Back button, you can press it if you want to return to the previous screen.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
13. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. How Martina chose her course.
B. What Martina’s teacher looks like.
C. Whether Martina enjoys her campus life.
14. What do we know about the art teacher
A. He is from France. B. He has a bad accent. C. He advises Martina on choices.
15. What subject does Martina like best
A. Art. B. Science. C. History.
16. Why did Martina decide to major in English
A. It was more practical for her future.
B. It is easier to learn than other subjects.
C. She liked the English teacher.
【答案】13. A 14. A 15. C 16. A
【原文】
W: Oh hi George, how’s it going
M: Hi Martina, it’s going well. How about you How’s university life
W: Well it’s great, apart from the studying of course.
M: So, what are you studying I seem to remember that you were going to do art. That was your best subject, wasn’t it
W: No, not really. I just liked the teacher. He was French and had an amazing accent. My favorite subject was history but I couldn’t see what job that would give me.
M: Ah, right. So what did you choose
W: Well, I found it really difficult to decide. I was really good at science but I must admit I never really enjoyed studying it. So, in the end I decided to choose English which was my second favorite subject and I thought it would be more useful to me than studying anything else. So that’s what I’m doing.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17. Which building has a gym
A. Blake Residence. B. Brown Hall. C. Queen’s Building.
18. Why is Blake Residence peaceful
A. Only girls live there. B. No visitors can come in. C. Everyone has a private room.
19. What is the advantage of Queen’s Building
A. It has shower rooms. B. It has a computer room. C. It has its own private garden.
20. Why is the Parkway Flats expensive
A. Parking there is charged.
B. There are the largest rooms.
C. The fees include the cost of meals.
【答案】17. B 18. A 19. A 20. C
【原文】
W: Good afternoon and welcome to Stanton University. I’m here to tell you about the various dorms we have. We aim to offer accommodation to all first-year students. First of all, there’s Brown Hall, which is not the most modern of buildings, but it is very popular. Unlike the other halls, it has recently had a gym built in its basement. Another option is Blake Residence, built like a large house. Everybody cooks and eats together. It has a private garden and is even more peaceful because this is an all-girl’s residence but boys can visit it. The largest one we have is Queen’s Building and this has been upgraded recently. The original parking area has been built on and each bedroom now has its own shower room. A further option is the Parkway Flats with a preservation order. This has meant that only a limited amount could be done to upgrade it, and the surrounding area is important. So parking is not permitted around the flats. However, the flats do have many extra facilities such as a special computer room, a small library and a self-service restaurant. The cost of meals is covered in the fees so it does look a bit more expensive.
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
Metropolitan Art Gallery Visitor Guide
Discover world-class art collections at the Metropolitan Art Gallery, where over 5,000 artworks spanning ancient to contemporary periods await your visit. Designed for art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike, our gallery offers an enriching cultural experience through carefully organized exhibitions and engaging programs.
Opening Hours
The gallery welcomes visitors Wednesday through Monday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with extended hours until 8:00 PM on Fridays. Please note we're closed on Tuesdays, and last admission is 45 minutes before closing time.
Admission Prices
Ticket Type Price
Adult 15
Senior(65+) 12
Student (with ID) 10
Child (under 12) Free
Family (2+2) 35
Daily Programs
Begin your journey with our daily Guided Highlights Tour at 11:00 AM or 2:00 PM, perfect for first-time visitors. Families will enjoy our weekend Children’s Art Workshops at10:30 AM, while art lovers can attend our Friday evening Artist Talks at 6:30 PM.
Visitor Facilities
We’ve designed your visit for comfort and convenience, offering free cloakroom service, wheelchair accessible routes, and audio guides in five languages ( 3 rental). Relax at our gallery café serving light meals, and stay connected with free Wi-Fi throughout.
Plan Your Visit
For the best experience, we recommend allowing at least two hours for your visit and purchasing tickets online to avoid queues. Don’t forget your camera (flash photography prohibited), and please note our size restrictions for bags (maximum 40x40x20cm).
Location & Transport
Located at 15 Culture Street, just a 5-minute walk from Central Station, the gallery offers bike racks and limited nearby parking for your convenience.
21. How much should a family of two adults and one child (aged 10) pay for admission
A. 25. B. 30. C. 35. D. 40.
22. What can visitors do in Metropolitan Art Gallery
A. Attend Artist talks on Monday. B. Appreciate ancient art works on Friday.
C. Enjoy Guided Highlights Tours on Tuesday. D. Join Children’s Art Workshops on Wednesday.
23. What are visitors advised to do before coming
A. Bring light meals. B. Rent an audio guide. C. Buy tickets online. D. Reserve parking spaces.
【答案】21. B 22. B 23. C
【导语】这是一篇应用文。主要介绍了参观大都会美术馆的具体细节。
21. 细节理解题。根据表格内容可知，Adult（成人）票价是15英镑，Child (under 12)（12岁以下儿童）是Free（免费的）。故一个由两名成人和一名10岁儿童组成的家庭只需支付两个成人票，即30英镑。故选B。
22. 细节理解题。根据第一段“Discover world-class art collections at the Metropolitan Art Gallery, where over 5,000 artworks spanning ancient to contemporary periods await your visit. (在大都会美术馆探索世界级的艺术藏品吧，那里有超过5000件跨越古代至当代的艺术品静待您的参观。)”及Opening Hours部分“The gallery welcomes visitors Wednesday through Monday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with extended hours until 8:00 PM on Fridays. (该美术馆每周三至周一对游客开放，开放时间为上午10点至下午6点，周五延长至晚上8点。)”可知，在该美术馆，周五可欣赏古代艺术作品。故选B。
23. 细节理解题。根据Plan Your Visit部分“ For the best experience, we recommend allowing at least two hours for your visit and purchasing tickets online to avoid queues.(为获得最佳参观体验，我们建议您至少预留两小时，并提前在线购票以避免排队。)”可知，文章建议游客参观之前提前在线购票。故选C。
B
Weifang, Shandong province, will exempt (免除) senior middle school tuition fees for the third child in every family born after May 31, 2021, local officials announced on Tuesday at a news conference on optimizing policies encouraging families to have more children.
The tuition fee exemption is one of a series of measures released by the city to encourage the birthrate. Others include subsidies (补贴) for universal childcare services, house purchases and medical expenses for childbirth. The government is also optimizing pregnancy leave and encouraging employers to explore flexible working schedules for female workers.
The newly released measures have received a mixed response from the public with some welcoming the policy, while others say the tuition benefit is too little and too far off to make an impact. “Is the child able to study in a senior middle school if he or she didn’t pass the examination ” said one user mockingly on the Twitter-like platform Sina Weibo.
Cities in the province have been ramping up subsidies, and education and nursery care services to encourage families to have more children.
Shandong province, with a population of over 100 million people, in 2022 recorded its lowest birthrate since 1983. “To encourage the birthrate, the government need to pay attention to the needs of families with only one child instead of only providing subsidies for couples with two or three children. Whether young couples have a high willingness to have one more child depends mostly on their experience of raising the first child,” said Gao Ming, 35, a resident of Qingdao. She added that she didn’t want to have a second children, even if Qingdao took similar measures.
24. What benefits can a woman with a third child enjoy in Weifang
A. The whole pregnancy leave and one-year maternal leave.
B. The promise of her third child’s admission to senior middle school.
C. Free tuition fees of her third child for senior middle school.
D. The house purchases with expenses fully covered by the government.
25. The underlined word “mockingly” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to _________
A. jokingly B. alarmingly C. lovingly D. willingly
26. Why does the passage end with a quote from Gao Ming
A. To present a fact. B. To illustrate a viewpoint.
C. To solve a problem. D. To make a comparison.
27. Which of the following might be the best title for this passage
A. Shandong witnessed its lowest birthrate in 2022.
B. More measures are introduced to boost childbirth.
C. Newly released measures caused different public responses.
D. Is it a blessing or a curse to have more children
【答案】24. C 25. A 26. B 27. B
【导语】这是一篇新闻报道。主要报道了山东省为了鼓励出生率而出台的一系列政策和措施。
24. 细节理解题。根据第一段“Weifang, Shandong province, will exempt (免除) senior middle school tuition fees for the third child in every family born after May 31, 2021, local officials announced on Tuesday at a news conference on optimizing policies encouraging families to have more children.”（周二，山东省潍坊市官员在一场关于优化鼓励家庭多生孩子政策的新闻发布会上宣布，2021年5月31日以后出生的家庭中，第三个孩子将免缴高中学费）可知，在潍坊，生第三胎的妇女可以享受第三个孩子免除高中的学费的福利。故选C项。
25. 词义猜测题。根据第三段中“Is the child able to study in a senior middle school if he or she didn’t pass the examination ”（如果孩子没有通过考试，他或她能上高中吗？）并结合常识可知，这是开玩笑的说法，由此猜测，划线单词mockingly为“取笑地，开玩笑地”意思，结合选项A项jokingly“开玩笑地”意思一致。故选A项。
26. 推理判断题。根据最后一段中“Whether young couples have a high willingness to have one more child depends mostly on their experience of raising the first child,” said Gao Ming, 35, a resident of Qingdao. She added that she didn’t want to have a second children, even if Qingdao took similar measures.”（年轻夫妇是否愿意再要一个孩子，主要取决于他们抚养第一个孩子的经历，”35岁的青岛居民高敏(音译)说。她补充说，即使青岛采取了类似的措施，她也不想生二胎）可推知，文章的结尾引用了高明的话是为了阐明一个观点。故选B项。
27. 主旨大意题。根据文章大意以及第二段“The tuition fee exemption is one of a series of measures released by the city to encourage the birthrate. Others include subsidies(补贴)for universal childcare services, house purchases and medical expenses for childbirth. The government is also optimizing pregnancy leave and encouraging employers to explore flexible working schedules for female workers.”（免除学费是该市为鼓励出生率而出台的一系列措施之一。其他还包括普遍托儿服务补贴、购房补贴和分娩医疗费用补贴。政府还优化了产假，并鼓励雇主为女性员工探索灵活的工作时间安排）可知，文章主要讲的是为了鼓励出生率，山东省潍坊市出台的一系列政策和措施。故文章最适合的标题是“采取了更多措施促进生育。”故选B项。
C
Insomnia is a sleep disorder that affects about 10% of adults in the United States. It is characterized by difficulty with falling asleep, or waking up too early, at least three times per week for a period of three months or more. If you happen to struggle with insomnia, you can try a weighted metal chain blanket (毯子), one that might sound a little strange but effective.
A team of researchers at the Karolinska Institute in Sweden conducted a study to determine whether a weighted metal chain blanket could improve insomnia symptoms (症状) compared to a light plastic chain blanket. Subjects were randomly given either a weighted metal chain blanket or a light plastic chain blanket, which were the same shape and size. Those who were provided with a weighted metal chain blanket first tried on an 8-kilogram blanket. If this was too heavy, a 6-kilogram blanket was then provided. Over a four-week period, their sleep was judged using surveys and a wrist-based device called an actigraph.
They found participants who used the weighted metal chain blanket reported that their insomnia symptoms dropped significantly, while those who had used the light plastic chain blanket did not experience such obvious improvements. Furthermore, anxiety symptoms decreased much more for those who used the weighted metal chain blanket than those who used the light plastic chain blanket.
The principle behind these blankets is that the pressure of the weight provides some value of treatment. It’s almost like a baby’s wrapping blanket that calms it as it sleeps. Weighted blankets can calm your nerves. Pressure from the blanket may contribute to nervous system responses that lower your heart rate and breathing when you’re anxious. This can help you calm down and sleep. The pressure could also cause your brain to release a chemical called serotonin, which helps your mind and body calm down.
“While these findings are promising, more research is needed to support the effectiveness,” says the lead researcher.
28. How does the author introduce the topic
A. By giving an example. B. By raising a question.
C. By analyzing causes. D. By describing symptoms.
29. What does paragraph 2 focus on concerning the research
A. Its background. B. Its process. C. Its findings. D. Its limitations.
30. Why can a weighted metal chain blanket promise a better sleep
A. Its pressure calms people down. B. Its material reduces people’s anxiety.
C. It monitors people’s heart rate. D. It gives off comforting chemicals.
31. Which word best describes the author’s attitude to the research
A. Doubtful. B. Unclear. C. Objective. D. Indifferent.
【答案】28. D 29. B 30. A 31. C
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了一种加重的金属链毯子，它带来的压力可以使你的神经平静下来，帮助你入睡，缓解失眠症状。
28. 推理判断题。根据第一段内容“Insomnia is asleep disorder that affects about 10% of adults in the United States. It is characterized by difficulty with falling asleep, or waking up too early, at least three times per week for a period of three months or more. If you happen to struggle with insomnia, you can try a weighted metal chain blanket (毯子), one that might sound a little strange but effective.”（失眠是一种睡眠障碍，影响着美国约10%的成年人。它的特点是难以入睡，或者醒得太早，在三个月或更长的时间里，每周至少失眠三次。如果你碰巧与失眠作斗争，你可以试试加重的金属链毯子，这种毯子听起来可能有点奇怪，但很有效）可知，作者在文章中首先描述了失眠这种症状，随后告诉读者，如果你也有失眠的症状，可以试试金属链毯子，进而引出文章主题，即金属链毯子，由此可知，作者通过描述症状来引出文章主题。故选D项。
29. 细节理解题。根据第二段关键句“Subjects were randomly given either a weighted metal chain blanket or a light plastic chain blanket, which were the same shape and size. Those who were provided with a weighted metal chain blanket first tried on an 8-kilogram blanket. If this was too heavy, a 6-kilogram blanket was then provided. Over a four-week period, their sleep was judged using surveys and a wrist-based device called an actigraph.”（受试者被随机给予相同形状和尺寸的加重金属链毯子或轻质塑料链毯子。那些获得加重金属链毯子的人首先尝试了一条8公斤重的毯子。如果这个太重，就提供一条6公斤重的毯子。在四周的时间里，他们的睡眠是通过调查和一种名为活动记录仪的手腕设备来判断的）可知，第二段主要介绍了研究的过程，即随机给予受试者不同重量的毯子，测试不同的效果，由此可知，第二段重点关于研究的过程。故选B项。
30. 细节理解题。根据第四段关键句“The principle behind these blankets is that the pressure of the weight provides some value of treatment. It’s almost like a baby’s wrapping blanket that calms it as it sleeps. Weighted blankets can calm your nerves. Pressure from the blanket may contribute to nervous system responses that lower your heart rate and breathing when you’re anxious. This can help you calm down and sleep.”（这些毯子背后的原理是，重量的压力提供了一些治疗价值。它几乎就像婴儿的包裹毯，让它在睡觉时平静下来。加重的毯子可以使你的神经平静下来。毯子带来的压力可能会导致神经系统反应，从而在你焦虑时降低你的心率和呼吸。这可以帮助你平静下来并入睡）可知，加重的金属链毯子可以保证更好的睡眠，因为它的压力使人们平静下来。故选A项。
31. 推理判断题。根据第四段关键句“The principle behind these blankets is that the pressure of the weight provides some value of treatment.”（这些毯子背后的原理是，重量的压力提供了一些治疗价值）和最后一段内容““While these findings are promising, more research is needed to support the effectiveness,” says the lead researcher.”（“虽然这些发现很有希望，但还需要更多的研究来支持其有效性，”首席研究员说）可知，作者在文章中客观地介绍了研究结果，介绍了金属链毯子的原理及功效，文中引用了研发员的话，由此可知，作者对研究的态度是客观的，客观的陈述研究结果。故选C项。
D
An experiment which saw salad seeds sent into space has given hope for the future of growing food on another planet, according to a recently-published study.
The findings have appeared after two kilograms of seeds spent six months on board the International Space Station (ISS) with the astronaut, Tim Peake, as part of his Principia mission.
There, the seeds could have absorbed up to 100 times more radiation (辐射) than on Earth while being influenced by the violent shaking from the stresses of space travel.
When the seeds returned to Earth in 2016, 600,000 children from schools across Britain took part in an experiment, supported by the UK Space Agency, to plant them and monitor their growth, comparing it to that of seeds that had remained on Earth.
The results showed that, while the space seeds grew more slowly and were more sensitive to ageing, they were still able to survive.
Peake said, “When humans travel to Mars, they will need to find ways to feed themselves, and this research helps us understand some of the biology of seed storage and germination (发芽) which will be important for future space missions.”
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) tasked 8,600 schools and groups across Britain with taking part in the controlled study and recording their results as a scientist would.
It was part of a project called Rocket Science, led by the RHS Campaign for School Gardening, in partnership with the UK Space Agency.
RHS manager Alana Cama said, “The Rocket Science experiment opened a window into space biology and allowed young people to be at the forefront of creative research.”
“This research project did more than just inspire; it furthered our understanding of the challenges around growing plants in unusual environments and the possibility of growing food on long-term space missions in the future. Inspiring a new generation of botanists and biologists will remain our goal to enrich everyone’s lives through plants.”
32. What do the findings of the experiment indicate
A. Salad seeds sent into space turned out to be a failure.
B. Astronauts successfully grew salad seeds on Mars.
C. The future of growing plants in space looks bright.
D. The radiation makes it impossible for plants to survive.
33. Which word can be filled in the blank to complete the research steps
carry the seeds into space → bring them back to Earth → ______ the growing state → make comparisons
A. Update. B. Observe. C. Protect. D. Improve.
34. Unlike those on Earth, the seeds sent into space ________.
A. can grow 100 times larger in size B. provide enough food for astronauts
C. stop growing when returning to Earth D. are more likely to show signs of ageing
35. What can we learn from what Alana Cama said
A. Growing plants in unusual environments is no longer a challenging task.
B. A new generation of botanists and biologists takes the lead in the research.
C. The project inspires the interests of the young generation in creative fields.
D. The exploration of growing food in space is the central mission in the future.
【答案】32. C 33. B 34. D 35. C
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了太空种子实验及其对未来太空种植食物的研究意义。
32. 细节理解题。根据第一段“An experiment which saw salad seeds sent into space has given hope for the future of growing food on another planet, according to a recently-published study. (根据最近发表的一项研究，一项将沙拉种子送入太空的实验为在另一颗行星上种植食物的未来带来了希望)”可知，实验的发现表明在太空中种植植物的未来看起来很光明。故选C。
33. 推理判断题。根据第四段“When the seeds returned to Earth in 2016, 600,000 children from schools across Britain took part in an experiment, supported by the UK Space Agency, to plant them and monitor their growth, comparing it to that of seeds that had remained on Earth. (2016年，当这些种子返回地球时，在英国航天局的支持下，英国各地学校的60万名儿童参与了一项实验，他们种植这些种子并监测其生长情况，并将其与留在地球上的种子进行对比)”可推知，研究步骤为：将种子送入太空、将它们带回地球、观察它们的生长状态、然后进行比较，空白处应填入“观察”，以完成研究步骤。故选B。
34. 细节理解题。根据第五段“The results showed that, while the space seeds grew more slowly and were more sensitive to ageing, they were still able to survive. (结果表明，尽管太空种子生长更为缓慢且对老化更加敏感，但它们仍能够存活下来)”可知，与地球上的种子不同，送入太空的种子更有可能出现衰老的迹象。故选D。
35. 推理判断题。根据最后两段中Alana Cama的话“The Rocket Science experiment opened a window into space biology and allowed young people to be at the forefront of creative research. (火箭科学实验为太空生物学打开了一扇窗口，让年轻人站在了创造性研究的前沿)”、“This research project did more than just inspire; it furthered our understanding of the challenges around growing plants in unusual environments and the possibility of growing food on long-term space missions in the future. Inspiring a new generation of botanists and biologists will remain our goal to enrich everyone’s lives through plants. (这个研究项目不仅仅是激发灵感；它还加深了我们对在特殊环境中种植植物所面临挑战的理解，以及未来在长期太空任务中种植食物的可能性。激励新一代植物学家和生物学家将始终是我们的目标，我们希望通过植物来丰富每个人的生活)”可推知，从Alana Cama的话中，我们能了解到这个项目会激发年轻一代在具有创造性的领域的兴趣。故选C。
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。
When traveling, many find themselves in places where the local language is unfamiliar. Once, travelers relied on phrasebooks, but the spread of English has reduced this need. However, most people worldwide still don’t speak English. 36 Increasingly, travelers use free translation apps. These apps allow users to speak into their phones and receive spoken translations almost instantly, bridging language gaps effectively.
37 Google Translate, a well-known name, often makes mistakes. For instance, translating “my wife is gluten-free (不能吃面筋)” into French or Italian as “my wife is without gluten” misses the intended meaning: However, competitors offer better alternatives. 38 It offers no direct translations, but imitates a native speaker’s input.
While AI tools make travel easier, some worry they discourage language learning. Douglas Hofstadter, a language expert, argues that relying on machines for communication robs people of meaningful experiences and accomplishments. However, others believe most people don’t need fluency for casual travel. 39
As AI translation gains popularity, people may divide into two groups: those eager to learn languages for cultural experience and mental challenge, and those who see it as unnecessary effort. This issue is particularly pressing for English speakers, as many schools in English-speaking countries reduce foreign language programs. 40 Direct communication, even if imperfect, brings up deeper connections than relying on technology.
A. Yet, these tools aren’t perfect.
B. And they prefer the convenience of AI.
C. It is a paraphrase rather than a translation.
D. Travel has long been a motivator for study.
E. Despite this, the social significance of language remains.
F. This leads them to rely on gestures, patience, or technology.
G. ChatGPT stands out by creating natural-sounding paraphrases.
【答案】36. F 37. A 38. G 39. B 40. E
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章讨论了AI翻译工具的优缺点。
36. 前文“When traveling, many find themselves in places where the local language is unfamiliar. Once, travelers relied on phrasebooks, but the spread of English has reduced this need. However, most people worldwide still don’t speak English.(旅行时，许多人发现自己在当地语言不熟悉的地方。曾经，旅行者依赖于常用语手册，但英语的传播减少了这种需求。然而，世界上大多数人仍然不会说英语)”提到“旅行时很多人会身处不熟悉当地语言的地方，虽然英语的传播减少了对常用语手册的依赖，但世界上大多数人仍不会说英语”。选项F“This leads them to rely on gestures, patience, or technology.(这导致他们依靠手势、耐心或技术)”中“this”指代前文人们身处陌生语言环境且多数人不会英语的情况，自然地引出后文人们使用免费翻译应用程序这一技术手段来解决问题。故选F。
37. 前文“Increasingly, travelers use free translation apps. These apps allow users to speak into their phones and receive spoken translations almost instantly, bridging language gaps effectively.(越来越多的旅行者使用免费的翻译软件。这些应用程序允许用户对着手机说话，并几乎立即收到语音翻译，有效地弥合了语言差距)”指出翻译软件的作用，但下文的例子“Google Translate, a well-known name, often makes mistakes.(谷歌翻译，一个众所周知的名字，经常犯错误)”指出“谷歌翻译常出错”，所以，空格处的句子应该是一个转折句，由翻译软件的作用转到其缺点上来，所以，选项A“Yet, these tools aren’t perfect.(然而，这些工具并不完美)”符合语境，“these tools”指代前文的翻译软件，“然而”表示转折，引出后文对谷歌翻译不完美的举例说明。故选A。
38. 前文“However, competitors offer better alternatives.(然而，竞争对手提供了更好的选择)”提到“谷歌翻译有错误，而其竞争对手提供了更好的选择”，后文“It offers no direct translations, but imitates a native speaker’s input.(它不提供直接翻译，而是模仿母语人士的输入)”描述了该工具“不提供直接翻译，而是模仿母语者的输入”，其中it肯定代指谷歌翻译的某一竞争对手，所以，空格处的句子应该提到谷歌翻译的竞争对手，所以选项G“ChatGPT stands out by creating natural - sounding paraphrases.(ChatGPT通过生成听起来自然的意译脱颖而出)”符合语境。“意译”与后文“模仿母语者输入”相呼应，且“脱颖而出”表明它是谷歌翻译竞争对手中的优秀代表。故选G。
39. 前文“While AI tools make travel easier, some worry they discourage language learning. Douglas Hofstadter, a language expert, argues that relying on machines for communication robs people of meaningful experiences and accomplishments. However, others believe most people don’t need fluency for casual travel.(虽然人工智能工具让旅行变得更容易，但一些人担心它们会阻碍语言学习。语言专家Douglas Hofstadter认为，依赖机器进行交流剥夺了人们有意义的经历和成就。然而，另一些人认为，大多数人在休闲旅行时不需要流利的英语)”提到“一些人担心人工智能工具会阻碍语言学习，而另一些人认为大多数人在休闲旅行中不需要流利的语言能力”。选项B“And they prefer the convenience of AI.(而且他们更喜欢人工智能的便利)”中“他们”指代前文认为旅行中不需要流利语言能力的人，进一步说明了这些人的态度，即更倾向于使用人工智能翻译工具的便利。故选B。
40. 前文“This issue is particularly pressing for English speakers, as many schools in English-speaking countries reduce foreign language programs.(这个问题对说英语的人来说尤其紧迫，因为许多英语国家的学校减少了外语课程)”提到“许多英语国家的学校减少了外语课程”，下文“Direct communication, even if imperfect, brings up deeper connections than relying on technology.(直接交流，即使不完美，也比依赖技术带来更深层次的联系)”强调“直接交流，即使不完美，也比依赖技术能带来更深入的联系”。所以，空格处的句子应该是转折句，同时指出“语言的交流作用”，所以选项E“Despite this, the social significance of language remains.(尽管如此，语言的社会意义仍然存在)”符合语境。故选E。
第II卷（非选择题）
第三部分 语言运用（共四节，满分55分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I whispered to myself, “A five-day art camp at White Cliff this summer.” White Cliff was really 41 for an enthusiastic painter like me. But at the 42 of going there alone, I had butterflies in my stomach. Later, I dialed my only friend Emily’s number, only to discover that she would be otherwise 43 . I sighed and drooped my head. I had really had a hard time jumping into something without 44 faces around. 45 , I went outside to draw the Westons’ towering pine tree. Sitting on the stairs, I thought about the art camp and wished to feel a little 46 . But by the time I started sketching (画素描), I had made myself believe that 47 the camp was my content decision.
I carefully 48 the pine’s strong trunk, straight and solid, and added the graceful branches. Once lost in my sketching, I 49 noticed the fly buzzing around me. Hence, I jumped when Mr. Weston suddenly remarked, “You’ve shown the characteristics of the tree’s 50 beautifully on paper.” “Thanks.” I smiled, glancing up. “If you spread out the roots near the surface, the tree could 51 sufficient water and grow even higher.” I noticed the knobby bumps (疙瘩状突起) of roots 52 out of the ground all around the tree. I’d never realized how 53 a tree’s roots spread outward. It struck me that if I wanted to grow, I had to start 54 too.
That evening, I filled out the art camp application, ready to spread my 55 out into new earth. I thought I am the pine.
41. A. accessible B. typical C. attractive D. commercial
42. A. sight B. dilemma C. request D. thought
43. A. rejected B. attracted C. occupied D. addicted
44. A. familiar B. gentle C. confident D. beautiful
45. A. Delighted B. Relieved C. Shocked D. Depressed
46. A. cleverer B. luckier C. happier D. braver
47. A. illustrating B. attending C. establishing D. skipping
48. A. drew B. watched C. wrote D. cut
49. A. absolutely B. narrowly C. hardly D. suddenly
50. A. magic B. function C. mystery D. strength
51. A. supply B. fetch C. absorb D. contain
52. A. sticking B. hiding C. digging D. lifting
53. A. well B. far C. deep D. long
54. A. growing up B. reaching out C. going off D. setting out
55. A. life B. roots C. camp D. interests
【答案】41. C 42. D 43. C 44. A 45. D 46. D 47. D 48. A 49. C 50. D 51. C 52. A 53. B 54. B 55. B
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了作者对于参加一个为期五天的艺术夏令营的期待与犹豫，以及在与邻居韦斯顿先生交谈后受到启发，最终决定勇敢参加的故事。
41. 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：对于像我这样热情的画家来说，白崖真的很有吸引力。A. accessible可到达的；B. typical典型的；C. attractive有吸引力的；D. commercial商业的。根据上文“A five-day art camp at White Cliff this summer.”以及下文“for an enthusiastic painter like me”可知，对于一个热情的画家来说，白崖的艺术夏令营应该是“有吸引力的”。故选C项。
42. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：但一想到要独自去那里，我就心里七上八下的。A. sight视力；B. dilemma困境；C. request请求；D. thought想法。根据下文“going there alone, I had butterflies in my stomach”可知，此处表示“一想到”独自去那里，作者就感到紧张不安，at the thought of为固定短语，意为“一想到……”。故选D项。
43. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：后来，我拨通了我唯一的朋友艾米丽的电话，却发现她另有事做。A. rejected拒绝；B. attracted吸引；C. occupied占据，忙于；D. addicted使上瘾。根据上文“Later, I dialed my only friend Emily’s number, only to discover that she would be otherwise”以及下文“I sighed and drooped my head.”可知，occupied与上文otherwise和下文内容相呼应，表示朋友当时“忙于做”其它事情。故选C项。
44. 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：没有熟悉的面孔在身边，我很难投入到某件事情中去。A. familiar熟悉的；B. gentle温柔的；C. confident自信的；D. beautiful美丽的。根据上文“I sighed and drooped my head.”以及下文“faces around”可知，作者叹气，垂下了头，由此可推知，作者没有“熟悉的”面孔在身边，很难投入到某件事情中去。故选A项。
45. 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我沮丧地走到外面去画韦斯顿家高耸的松树。A. Delighted高兴的；B. Relieved宽慰的；C. Shocked震惊的；D. Depressed沮丧的。根据上文“I sighed and drooped my head.”以及下文“I went outside to draw the Westons’ towering pine tree”可知，作者因无人陪伴而垂头叹气，所以作者应该是感到“沮丧的”。故选D项。
46. 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我坐在台阶上，想着艺术夏令营，希望能更勇敢一些。A. cleverer更聪明的；B. luckier更幸运的；C. happier更快乐的；D. braver更勇敢的。根据上文“But at the __42__ of going there alone, I had butterflies in my stomach.”以及下文“But by the time I started sketching, I had made myself believe that __47__ the camp was my content decision.”可知，作者一开始想到要独自去夏令营就感到紧张不安，但后来开始画素描时，作者让自己相信不去夏令营是自己满意的决定，由此可推断，作者坐在台阶上，想着艺术夏令营，希望能更“勇敢”一些。故选D项。
47. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：但当我开始画素描时，我让自己相信不去夏令营是我满意的决定。A. illustrating说明；B. attending参加；C. establishing建立；D. skipping跳过，不去做。根据上文“I sighed and drooped my head.”以及“I had made myself believe that”可知，作者叹气，垂下了头，由此可推断，作者让自己相信“不去”夏令营是自己满意的决定。故选D项。
48. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：我仔细地画着松树粗壮的树干，又直又结实，还添上了优雅的树枝。A. drew画；B. watched观看；C. wrote写；D. cut切割。根据上文“I went outside to draw the Westons’ towering pine tree.”以及下文“the pine’s strong trunk, straight and solid, and added the graceful branches”可知，作者走到外面去画松树，所以此处表示作者“画着”松树的树干。故选A项。
49. 考查副词词义辨析。句意：一旦沉浸在素描中，我几乎没注意到有只苍蝇在我周围嗡嗡叫。A. absolutely绝对地；B. narrowly勉强地；C. hardly几乎不；D. suddenly突然地。根据上文“Once lost in my sketching”可知，作者一旦沉浸在素描中，就“几乎注意不到”周围的情况。故选C项。
50. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：因此，当韦斯顿先生突然开口说“你在纸上很好地表现了这棵树的力量。”时，我吓了一跳A. magic魔法；B. function功能；C. mystery神秘；D. strength力量。根据上文“I carefully __48__ the pine’s strong trunk, straight and solid, and added the graceful branches.”可知，作者画了松树粗壮的树干，又直又结实，还添上了优雅的树枝，由此可推知，韦斯顿先生认为作者在纸上很好地表现了这棵树的“力量”。故选D项。
51. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：“如果你把靠近地表的根铺开，这棵树就能吸收足够的水分，长得更高。”A. supply供应；B. fetch取来；C. absorb吸收；D. contain包含。根据下文“sufficient water and grow even higher”和常识可知，如果树根铺开，树就能“吸收”足够的水分，长得更高。故选C项。
52. 考查动词词义辨析。句意：我注意到树根上的疙瘩状突起从树周围的地上伸出来。A. sticking伸出，突出；B. hiding隐藏；C. digging挖掘；D. lifting举起。根据下文“out of the ground all around the tree”可知，此处表示树根从树周围的地上“伸出来，突出来”。故选A项。
53. 考查副词词义辨析。句意：我从来没有意识到一棵树的根能向外延伸得这么远。A. well好地；B. far远地；C. deep深地；D. long长久地。根据上文“I noticed the knobby bumps of roots __52__ out of the ground all around the tree.”可知，作者注意到树根上的疙瘩状突起从树周围的地上伸出来，由此可推知，作者之前从来没有意识到一棵树的根能向外延伸得这么“远”。故选B项。
54. 考查动词短语辨析。句意：我突然想到，如果我想成长，我也必须开始向外延伸。A. growing up长大；B. reaching out向外延伸；C. going off离开；D. setting out出发。根据上文“I’d never realized how __53__ a tree’s roots spread outward.”以及下文“too”可知，作者从来没有意识到一棵树的根能向外延伸得这么远，由此可推知，作者突然想到，如果自己想成长，也要像这棵树的树根一样，“向外延伸，拓展”。故选B项。
55. 考查名词词义辨析。句意：那天晚上，我填写了艺术夏令营的申请表，准备把我的根延伸到新的土壤里。A. life生活；B. roots根；C. camp营地；D. interests兴趣。根据上文“It struck me that if I wanted to grow, I had to start __54__ too.”以及下文“out into new earth”可知，作者想到如果自己想成长，也必须开始向外延伸，所以此处表示作者准备把自己的“根”延伸到新的土壤里。故选B项。
第二节 单词拼写：根据括号中的汉语或首字母提示拼写单词。(每小题1分，满分10分)
56. This region is becoming increasingly important both strategically and (经济上).
【答案】economically
【详解】考查副词。句意：该地区在战略和经济上都变得越来越重要。根据汉语提示，表示“经济上”含义的词为：economically，分析句子结构，空白处在句子中作状语，使用副词，故填economically。
57. These are purely (防御，保护) weapons, not designed for attack.
【答案】defensive
【详解】考查形容词。句意：这些纯粹是防御性武器，不是为攻击而设计的。名词weapons前用形容词修饰。形容词“防御，保护”英文为defensive。根据汉语提示及句意，故填defensive。
58. The third quality of literature, coming out of the other two, is its (永恒).
【答案】permanence
【详解】考查名词。句意：文学的第三个特点来自于另外两个特点，那就是它的永恒。its后跟名词，“永恒”的名词是permanence，是不可数名词，故填permanence。
59. Lowering interest rates could have destructive c (后果) for the economy.
【答案】consequences
【详解】考查名词。句意：降低利率可能会对经济造成破坏性的后果。根据中英文提示及首字母 “c”，“后果”对应的英语单词是“consequence”。句中“destructive”（破坏性的）修饰该名词，且结合语境，降低利率的后果通常不止一个，应用复数形式“consequences”。故填consequences。
60. I just used the first excuse which s to mind.
【答案】sprang
【详解】考查动词。句意：我就用了脑海中浮现的第一个借口。根据句意及首字母提示可知，spring to mind“跃入脑海，突然想到”，结合used可知此处使用一般过去时，故填sprang。
61. No. 9 High School is one of those that have gone to great l to protect students’ eyes, coming up with many effective solutions. (根据首字母单词拼写)
【答案】lengths
【详解】考查名词。句意：第九高中就是其中之一，他们竭尽全力保护学生的眼睛，想出了许多有效的解决方案。根据单词首字母以及句子意思的需要，应填名词length (长度)，它需要变复数，固定短语 go to great lengths 意为“竭尽全力”，故填lengths。
62. The l are more important to us than the dead.
【答案】living
【详解】考查形容词。句意：生者对我们来说比逝者更重要。表示“活着的人”应用the living，为“定冠词+形容词”表示一类人的用法。故填living。
63. The sudden i of the car hitting the tree left the driver in shock, but fortunately, he was not seriously injured.
【答案】impact
【详解】考查名词。句意：汽车撞到树上的突然冲击使司机震惊，但幸运的是，他没有受重伤。根据单词首字母以及句意可知应用名词impact，作主语，故填impact。
64. The Prime Minister will present some (策略) for dealing with unemployment tomorrow afternoon.
【答案】strategies
【详解】考查名词。句意：首相明天下午将提出一些处理失业问题的策略。根据汉语提示“策略”可知，此处为名词strategy，作宾语，some修饰名词复数。故填strategies。
65. It will close more than 200 stores nationwide, resulting in the layoffs (下岗) of an e 2,000 employees.
【答案】estimated
【详解】考查形容词。句意：该公司将在全国关闭200多家门店，导致大约2000名员工下岗。根据句意及首字母提示可知，空处应填形容词estimated“估计的；大约的”，作定语，用于修饰数词2,000，说明员工数量是估算值。故填estimated。
第三节 完成句子：根据括号中的汉语提示完成句子。(每题1.5分，满分15分)
66. The police had been told that a bomb had been planted on the plane. After we had landed, the plane _________ (被搜查) thoroughly.
【答案】was searched
【详解】考查被动语态。句意：警方被告知飞机上被安放了一枚炸弹。我们降落后，飞机被彻底搜查了。根据句子语境及句意可知，此处应该用被动形式，另外从句中时态为过去完成时，说明此空应该用过去时，表示动作的先后关系。故填was searched。
67. After taking off, we were flying low over the city and slowly (升高), when the plane suddenly turned around and flew back to the airport.
【答案】gaining height
【详解】考查动词进行时态。句意：起飞后，我们的飞机在城市上空低空飞行，然后慢慢地升高，这时飞机突然转弯飞回了机场。根据空前的“were flying low”以及语境可知，此处表示“升高”，和其前的-ing并列，做句子中的谓语。故填gaining height。
68. The students got poor marks this time, so their teacher told them (要更细心) next time.
【答案】to be more careful
【详解】考查不定式。句意：这次学生们的成绩很差，所以他们的老师告诉他们下次要更细心一些。分析句子可知，设空处应填不定式，tell ab. to do ... 意为“告诉某人做什么”。结合语境“下次”可知，此处有与“这次”对比的含义，应用形容词的比较级形式，“care”的形容词形式为“careful”，其比较级是“more careful”，符合语境。故填to be more careful。
69. (有了) advanced knowledge, we can struggle against nature.
【答案】Equipped with
【详解】考查非谓语动词。句意：有了先进的知识，我们可以与自然斗争。句中已有谓语动词struggle，空格处应该用非谓语动词作状语，动词equip与句子主语we之间是被动关系，所以应该用过去分词equipped作状语。另外，equip sb. with sth.是固定搭配，意为“用什么来装备，有了”。句首应该考虑用大写字母。故填Equipped with。
70. His academic achievements led to __________ (他当选为) as an academician (院士) of the Chinese Academy of Science.
【答案】him / his being elected
【详解】考查动名词的复合结构形式。句意：他的学术成就使他当选为中国科学院院士。空前的led to为固定搭配，其中to是介词，空处需用动名词形式作宾语。又因him与elect之间是被动关系，需用动名词的被动式being elected。故填him / his being elected。
71. There are Chinese tea stores, (游客可以在那里品尝) and buy varieties of Chinese tea.
【答案】where visitors can taste
【详解】考查定语从句。句意：这里有中国的茶店，游客可以在那里品尝并购买各种中国茶叶。空处引导非限制性定语从句，修饰先行词Chinese tea stores，先行词指地点，关系词在定语从句中作地点状语，应用关系副词where引导从句。故填where visitors can taste。
72. Inspired by my headteacher, I am determined to stick to my dream (直到实现它).
【答案】until I achieve it
【详解】考查状语从句。句意：在我的班主任的鼓舞下，我决心坚持我的梦想，直到实现它。根据句意来判断，设空处应该使用状语从句，表示“直到...才...”。另外根据主句时态判断，此空也用一般现在时。故填until I achieve it。
73. With the College Entrance Examination approaching, I strongly recommend that (我们应该珍惜时间) and study hard to be admitted into key universities.
【答案】we (should) value time
【详解】考查宾语从句中的虚拟语气。句意：随着高考的临近，我强烈建议我们应该珍惜时间，努力学习，考上重点大学。recommend后的宾语从句常用虚拟语气，构成方式为“(should) + 动词原形”。故填we (should) value time。
74. Maggie and Jackson, in whose house we are making the party, (是一对非常迷人的夫妇).
【答案】are a very charming couple
【详解】考查系表结构和主谓一致。句意：麦琪和杰克逊是一对非常迷人的夫妇，我们正在他们家举办派对。句子主语是Maggie and Jackson，应该看作复数。后面所填内容是句子中的系表结构，根据定语从句中的时态判断，此空也应该现在时。故填are a very charming couple。
75. Thousands of years ago, they formed those ancient tea plantations, (最好的礼物) that nature has granted us.
【答案】which are the best gift
【详解】考查非限制性定语从句。句意：几千年前，他们形成了那些古老的茶园，这是大自然赐予我们最好的礼物。先行词为tea plantations，表物的名词，关系代词应该用which，同时作非限制定语从句的主语。故填which are the best gift。
第四节 语法填空：(每题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 tea culture of China is amazing and has a long history. Tea drinking was widespread in China for about one thousand years before 76 (appear) in Europe.
Tea drinking in China enjoys wide 77 (popular). Many people nowadays go to expensively decorated teahouses to talk business. However, tea drinking is very complex. Many factors contribute to 78 enjoyable experience. It starts with the surroundings. In the past, tea drinking took place in situation 79 “spring water runs on marble”. At present, 80 (create) such atmosphere, teahouses are decorated 81 traditional paintings and furniture. Besides, there is always a performance of a traditional Chinese musical instrument, such as guzheng, pipa and erhu. Water used for tea also 82 (matter). In the old days, the water that came from melted (融化的) snow 83 (regard) as the best. Today no one collects snow any longer because of pollution and 84 people use is bottled water. Red tea, together with green tea, oolong tea and pu’er tea ranks the top four favorites. The first three types of tea are processed using similar methods but pu’er tea uses a 85 (complete) different. method.
【答案】76. appearing 77. popularity 78. an 79. where 80. to create 81. with 82. matters 83. was regarded 84. what pletely
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了中国源远流长且独具魅力的茶文化。从茶在欧洲出现前千年的中国流行，到如今饮茶的复杂讲究，包括环境营造、用水选择等，还提及了不同种类茶叶的加工方法差异，展现了中国茶文化的丰富内涵与深厚底蕴。
76. 考查非谓语动词。句意：在茶出现在欧洲之前，饮茶在中国已经流传了大约一千年了。before是介词，后面接动词的-ing形式作宾语。故填appearing。
77. 考查名词。句意：饮茶在中国很受欢迎。wide是形容词，后面接名词作宾语，popular的名词形式是popularity，意为“受欢迎，流行”。故填popularity。
78. 考查冠词。句意：许多因素促成了一次愉快的体验。experience作“经历，体验”讲时是可数名词，此处表示泛指“一次愉快的体验”，且enjoyable以元音音素开头，所以用不定冠词an。故填an。
79. 考查定语从句。句意：在过去，饮茶发生在“清泉石上流”这样的环境中。此处为限制性定语从句，situation是先行词，在后面的定语从句中作地点状语，所以用关系副词where引导定语从句。故填where。
80. 考查非谓语动词。句意：目前，为了营造这样的氛围，茶馆用传统的绘画和家具来装饰。根据语境可知，此处表示“为了营造这样的氛围”，应用动词不定式作目的状语。故填to create。
81. 考查介词。句意：目前，为了营造这样的氛围，茶馆用传统的绘画和家具来装饰。“be decorated with ...”是固定短语，意为“用……装饰”。故填with。
82. 考查动词时态和主谓一致。句意：用于泡茶的水也很重要。此处描述客观事实，用一般现在时，主语Water是不可数名词，谓语动词用第三人称单数形式。故填matters。
83. 考查动词的时态和语态。句意：在过去，融化的雪水被认为是最好的。根据时间状语In the old days可知，句子用一般过去时，主语the water和regard之间是被动关系，所以用一般过去时的被动语态，主语the water是不可数名词，be动词用was。故填was regarded。
84. 考查名词性从句。句意：今天，由于污染，没有人再收集雪水了，人们使用的是瓶装水。此处引导主语从句，从句中缺少宾语，表示“……的东西”，所以用连接代词what引导主语从句。故填what。
85. 考查副词。句意：前三种茶的加工方法相似，但普洱茶使用了一种完全不同的方法。修饰形容词different应用complete的副词形式completely，作状语。故填completely。
第四部分 写作（满分15分）
假定你是李华，为了弘扬中华民族的传统美德，你校将以“Morals and Virtues”为主题举办英文演讲比赛。请你写一篇演讲稿参赛，内容包括：
1. 你对中华传统美德的理解；
2. 你的期望。
注意：
写作词数应为80个左右。
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【答案】
Dear friends,
Morals and virtues are the very soul of Chinese culture, embodying the wisdom and spirit of our ancestors.
Kindness encourages us to reach out and help others selflessly, while perseverance instills in us the courage to overcome challenges without giving up. These virtues not only build our individual characters but also play a crucial role in the prosperity and development of our country. I firmly believe that if each one of us makes a conscious effort to practice these traditional virtues, our society will be bathed in warmth and filled with positive energy.
We should start from the little things around us, spreading love and respect wherever we go. Only in this way, can we build a world where everyone lives in harmony.
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生以李华的身份撰写一篇以“Morals and Virtues”为主题的英语演讲稿，内容需包括对中华传统美德的理解和表达个人期望。
【详解】
1. 词汇积累：体现：embody → represent 勇气：courage → bravery
至关重要的：crucial → vital 克服：overcome → get over
2. 句式拓展：简单句变复合句
原句：Morals and virtues are the very soul of Chinese culture, embodying the wisdom and spirit of our ancestors.
拓展句：Morals and virtues are the very soul of Chinese culture, which embody the wisdom and spirit of our ancestors.
【点睛】
【高分句型1】I firmly believe that if each one of us makes a conscious effort to practice these traditional virtues, our society will be bathed in warmth and filled with positive energy. (运用了that引导的宾语从句和if引导的条件状语从句)
【高分句型2】Only in this way, can we build a world where everyone lives in harmony. (运用了“Only + 状语”位于句首时的部分倒装和where引导的定语从句)
