江西省吉安市2025-2026学年高三上学期开学考英语试卷（含答案，无听力音频有听力原文）
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江西省吉安市2026届高三年级开学考
英语试卷
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a bank. B. In a supermarket. C. In a restaurant.
2. Why can’t the woman go out for dinner now
A. She feels very tired.
B. She is occupied with work.
C. She has to look after her kids.
3. What does the man offer to do for the woman
A. Give her a lift.
B. Pick up her uncle.
C. Show her around the museum.
4. What did the man do
A. He tidied up the room.
B. He bought some flowers.
C. He repaired the table and chairs.
5. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Kate’s plan for Christmas.
B. Kate’s birthday presents.
C. Kate’s new hobby.
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至7题。
6. How did Jim know about the marathon
A. From a poster. B. From the Internet. C. From his colleague.
7. What will Jim do this Saturday
A. Work overtime. B. Study for a test. C. Run a marathon.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What is the original price of the scarf
A. 60 dollars. B. 100 dollars. C. 120 dollars.
9. What does the man say about the price of the scarf
A. It was a marketing trick.
B. It was adjusted frequently.
C. It was within a reasonable range.
10. What does the man consider most important when shopping
A. Personal needs. B. Product quality. C. Brand names.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. How did Tom feel about the trip to Türkiye in the end
A. Satisfied. B. Disappointed. C. Bored.
12. What does Linda suggest the man do when he travels
A. Visit each famous scenic spot.
B. Make detailed plans in advance.
C. Have proper rest.
13. What do the speakers plan to do next weekend
A. Buy a camera.
B. See a live band.
C. Put on performances.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. What is the probable relationship between Susan and Bob
A. Former colleagues.
B. Brother and sister.
C. Mother and son.
15. Which city will the man explore first
A. Berlin. B. Munich. C. Füssen.
16. What does the woman advise the man to do
A. Visit the historic sites.
B. Attend a beer festival.
C. Try local dishes.
17. What is the man going to do
A. Board a flight. B. Do some shopping. C. See a friend off.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What does the speaker probably do
A. A writer. B. A director. C. A program host.
19. When was Under the Skin published
A. In 1998. B. In 2000. C. In 2013.
20. What can we learn about Michel Faber
A. He moved to Australia in 1993.
B. He doesn’t rely on electronic devices.
C. He made a film about his personal life.
第二部分 阅读理解（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，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Top Humanoid Robot Companies in China - MIC Weekly
Humanoid robots, as a combination of artificial intelligence and mechanical technology, are gradually becoming an important field in modern technology. These robots can not only perform simple tasks but also possess the ability to interact with humans, playing significant roles in various areas such as services, healthcare, and education. With the increasing demand for automation and intelligence, companies around the world are investing resources to develop humanoid robots to enhance productivity and service quality.
Some of the notable Chinese humanoid robots are as follows:
Xiaomi CyberOne: Launched on August 11, 2022, it's Xiaomi's first full-sized humanoid bionic robot. It has high emotional intelligence, can notice human emotions, and has sharp vision for 3D virtual reconstruction. It's equipped with Xiaomi's self-developed Mi-sense deep vision module and can perform identity recognition, gesture recognition, etc.
Leju Kua Vo: The latest generation humanoid robot by Leju (Shenzhen) Robotics Technology Co., Ltd. Launched in December 2023, it first appeared at Huawei's HDC 2024. It's China's first open-source HarmonyOS humanoid robot that can jump and walk across various terrains, with 26 degrees of freedom.
Ubtech Walker S1: Ubtech's new generation industrial humanoid robot, developed based on full-stack humanoid robot technology. It incorporates key embodied intelligence technologies, enabling it to meet industrial application needs. It has been deployed in automotive factories for practical training.
Unitree G1: The mass production version is released by Unitree Technology. Standing about 127 cm tall and weighing around 35 kg, it has high flexibility and can perform complex dynamic actions, running at a speed greater than 2 m/s.
Agibot Yuanzheng A2 - W: At the 2024 annual new product launch of Agibot, it was introduced. The robots showcased operations like playing mahjong, unpacking deliveries, and lifting 30 kg weights.
21. Which is not a function of Xiaomi CyberOne
A. Identity recognition. B. Gesture recognition.
C. Shopping delivery. D. Emotional awareness.
22. What is special about Ubtech Walker S1
A. It is mainly applied in industrial field.
B. It has high emotional intelligence.
C. It can interact with humans.
D. It has high flexibility.
23. What can we learn about these robots
A. Both Unitree G1 and Agibot Yuanzheng A2-W are good at weightlifting.
B. Neither of these robots can play board games with people.
C. Both Unitree G1 and Leju Kua Vo can do some sports.
D. All the robots can be employed in healthcare.
B
Having returned from her round trip, a woman stood outside the ticket office of the station. "The railway owes me￡12," she said angrily to Harry Jenks, the young man working at the office. "You sold me a ticket for May 22nd, but there was no ship from Jersey that night. So my daughter and I had to stay in a hotel. It cost me￡12."
Harry was worried. He remembered selling the woman a return ticket. "Come into the office, Madam," he said politely. "I’ll just check the Jersey timetable for May 22nd."
The woman and her little girl followed him inside. She was quite right, as Harry soon discovered. There was no sailing on May 22nd. How could he have made such a careless mistake He shouldn’t have sold her a ticket for that day. Wondering what to do, he smiled at the child. "You look sunburnt," he said to her. "Did you have a nice holiday in Jersey "
"Yes,"she answered, shyly. "The beach was lovely. And I can swim too!"
"That’s fine," said Harry. "My little girl can’t swim a bit yet. Of course, she’s only three…"
"I’m four,"the child said proudly. "I’ll be four and a half." Harry turned to the mother. "I remember your ticket, Madam,"he said. "But you didn’t get one for your daughter, did you "
"Er, well——" the woman looked at the child. "I mean...she hasn’t started school yet. She’s only four."
"A four-year-old child must have a ticket, Madam. A child’s return ticket to Jersey costs…let me see…￡13.50. So if the railway pays your hotel, you will owe￡1.50. The law is the law, but since the fault was mine…"
The woman stood up, took the child’s hand and left the office.
24. The woman was angry because .
A. she couldn’t use the ticket for her round trip
B. she had to return home a day earlier than she had planned
C. she spent more money than she had expected
D. Harry had sold her a ticket to Jersey where there was no sailing
25. Harry was worried because .
A. the woman was angry with him
B. he had not done his work properly
C. the Jersey timetable was wrong
D. the little girl didn’t have a return ticket
26. Harry started talking to the little girl .
A. because he was in difficulty and did not know what to do
B. because he had a little girl about the same age as this girl
C. because he wanted to be friendly to the little girl who looked so nice
D. when he suddenly realized that he could find a way out from the little girl
27. When Harry said,"The law is the law, but since the fault was mine…," he meant that .
A. they must follow it without other choice, even though the fault was his
B. he had to be strict with the woman because of the law, although he didn’t want to
C. the woman had to pay him￡1.50 and the railway would pay for the hotel
D. she should pay￡1.50, but as he had made a mistake, she could go without paying
C
A team of engineers at Harvard University has been inspired by Nature to create the first robotic fly. The mechanical fly has become a platform for a series of new high-tech integrated systems. Designed to do what a fly does naturally, the tiny machine is the size of a fat housefly. Its mini wings allow it to stay in the air and perform controlled flight tasks.
“It’s extremely important for us to think about this as a whole system and not just the sum of a bunch of individual components (元件),” said Robert Wood, the Harvard engineering professor who has been working on the robotic fly project for over a decade. A few years ago, his team got the go-ahead to start piecing together the components. “The added difficulty with a project like this is that actually none of those components are off the shelf and so we have to develop them all on our own,” he said.
They engineered a series of systems to start and drive the robotic fly. “The seemingly simple system which just moves the wings has a number of interdependencies on the individual components, each of which individually has to perform well, but then has to be matched well to everything it’s connected to,” said Wood. The flight device was built into a set of power, computation, sensing and control systems. Wood says the success of the project proves that the flying robot with these tiny components can be built and manufactured.
While this first robotic flyer is linked to a small, off-board power source, the goal is eventually to equip it with a built-in power source, so that it might someday perform data-gathering work at rescue sites, in farmers’ fields or on the battlefield. “Basically it should be able to take off, land and fly around,” he said.
Wood says the design offers a new way to study flight mechanics and control at insect-scale. Yet, the power, sensing and computation technologies on board could have much broader applications. “You can start thinking about using them to answer open scientific questions, you know, to study biology in ways that would be difficult with the animals, but using these robots instead,” he said. “So there are a lot of technologies and open interesting scientific questions that are really what drives us on a day to day basis.”
28. The difficulty the team of engineers met with while making the robotic fly was that __________.
A. they had no model in their mind B. they did not have sufficient time
C. they had no ready-made components D. they could not assemble the components
29. It can be inferred from paragraphs 3 and 4 that the robotic fly __________.
A. consists of a flight device and a control system
B. can just fly in limited areas at the present time
C. can collect information from many sources
D. has been put into wide application
30. Which of the following can be learned from the passage
A. The robotic flyer is designed to learn about insects.
B. Animals are not allowed in biological experiments.
C. There used to be few ways to study how insects fly.
D. Wood’s design can replace animals in some experiments.
31. Which of the following might be the best title of the passage
A. Father of Robotic Fly B. Inspiration from Engineering Science
C. Robotic Fly Imitates Real Life Insect D. Harvard Breaks Through in Insect Study
D
For the past five years, Paula Smith, a historian of science, has devoted herself to re-creating long-forgotten techniques. While doing research for her new book, she came across a 16th-century French manuscript (手稿) consisting of nearly 1,000 sets of instructions, covering subjects from tool making to finding the best sand.
The author’s intention remains as mysterious (神秘) as his name; he may have been simply taking notes for his own records. But Smith was struck mainly by the fact that she didn’t truly grasp any of the skills the author described. “You simply can’t get an understanding of that handwork by reading about it,” she says.
Though Smith did get her hands on the best sand, doing things the old-fashioned way isn’t just about playing around with French mud. Reconstructing the work of the craftsmen (工匠) who lived centuries ago can reveal how they viewed the world, what objects filled their homes, and what went on in the workshops that produced them. It can even help solve present-day problems: In 2015, scientists discovered that a 10th-century English medicine for eye problems could kill a drug-resistant virus.
The work has also brought insights for museums, Smith says. One must know how an object was made in order to preserve it. What’s more, reconstructions might be the only way to know what treasures looked like before time wore them down. Scholars have seen this idea in practice with ancient Greek and Roman statues. These sculptures were painted a rainbow of striking colours. We can’t appreciate these kinds of details without seeing works of art as they originally appeared—something Smith believes you can do only when you have a road map.
Smith has put the manuscript’s ideas into practice. Her final goal is to link the worlds of art and science back together. She believes that bringing the old recipes to life can help develop a kind of learning that highlights experimentation, teamwork, and problem solving.
Back when science—then called “the new philosophy”—took shape, academics looked to craftsmen for help in understanding the natural world. Microscopes and telescopes were invented by way of artistic tinkering (修补), as craftsmen experimented with glass to better bend light.
If we can rediscover the values of hands-on experience and craftwork, Smith says, we can marry the best of our modern insights with the handiness of our ancestors.
32. How did Smith feel after reading the French manuscript
A. Confused about the technical terms.
B. Impressed with its detailed instructions.
C. Discouraged by its complex structure.
D. Shocked for her own lack of hand skills.
33. According to Smith, the reconstruction work is done mainly to ______.
A. restore old workshops B. understand the craftsmen
C. improve visual effects D. inspire the philosophers
34. Why does the author mention museums
A. To reveal the beauty of ancient objects. B. To present the findings of old science.
C. To highlight the importance of antiques. D. To emphasize the values of hand skills.
35. Which would be the best title for this passage
A. Craftsmen Set the Trends for Artists
B. Craftsmanship Leads to New Theories
C. Craftsmanship Makes Better Scientists
D. Craftsmen Reshape the Future of Science
第二节（共5小题；每小题2. 5分，满分12. 5分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
If you want to develop maximum credibility (可信性), is it better to be a hedgehog (刺猬) or a fox According to Isaiah Berlin, the hedgehog knows one thing very well, and the fox knows a lot of things.
Is there a clear advantage of one style over the other Hedgehog thinkers tend to answer yes. ___36___ And they are usually very credible in doing so. According to Jim Hart, the “hedgehog concept” is one of the factors that lead companies to greatness. They focus on one thing and do it really well. They figure out what they are good at. ___37___ The hedgehog concept makes perfect sense for companies.
___38___ Philip Tate has studied the track records of those folks on the Sunday talk shows who make predictions about what will happen. He has found that hedgehogs are not only wrong more often than foxes, but that they are less likely to recognise or admit that they are wrong when events do not match their predictions.
The advantage that foxes have is that they are more likely to seek out new information from a broader range of sources, and are comfortable with uncertainty and new information. ___39___ They try to include it in their viewpoint rather than to exclude it from their thinking. They also have a clearer estimation of what they know and don’t know.
So, which is better The question can be answered in a foxy hedgehog style. ___40___ The choice between being a hedgehog or a fox is a false trade-off. The most effective way to go through life is to try to be that rare mixture known as foxy hedgehog.
A. In other words, there are clear advantages for each.
B. They are more likely to remember people’s mistakes.
C. Hence, they have the advantage of clarity and confidence.
D. But there can be a downside to concentration on one big thing.
E. However, hedgehogs remain open to others’ reactions and inputs.
F. When something is contradictory to their view, they don’t treat it as exceptional.
G. They come down squarely on one side or the other and fully support their position.
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 (共15小题;每小题1分, 满分15分)
阅读下面短文, 从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项
Six years as a space reporter taught me that chaos rules everything. Nothing is completely predictable or controlled. I have watched enough go wrong to know that no view of a celestial(天空的) event is ever truly promised to us 41 on the earth.
So when my mother and I decided to drive out to Erie, Pennsylvania, to see the April 8 total solar eclipse(日全食) this year, I knew this would be a trip of two 42 attitudes. I’d be 43 about the weather and convinced we’d be victims of the randomness that governs the world while my mom would have strong faith that order would 44 and the skies would let us glimpse an eclipse like this for the first time in our lives. I told her not to 45 the universe for this one; she told me she wouldn’t depend on anything else.
I was once again humbled into 46 I’ve learned time and time again: Mama knows best. Erie’s forecast that morning was looking 47 , but by the time first contact between the sun and the moon began a little after 2 p. m., the clouds over the city’s bay began to clear. The pale yellow sun under the eclipse lenses rapidly crested (到达顶峰), concentrating into a 48 orange glow.
The eclipse 49 at 3:16 p. m. A thin white glow pierced out from the edge of a clean black circle. The sunset-like 50 glowed and bloomed in the distance. I could spot solar prominences(日珥) sticking out from the sides of the sun 51 slightly bright red and pink. Jupiter and Venus also played roles in this performance. It felt like bearing 52 to something close to a miracle.
Four minutes later, the eclipse 53 . The sun brightened again. And the clouds 54 violently, swallowing up the moon and the sun and the sky in gray. But for four incredible minutes, the universe seems to have 55 a promise to my mother.
41. A. analysts B. observers C. investigators D. astronauts
42. A. consistent B. conflicting C. amusing D. agreeable
43. A. optimistic B. confused C. pessimistic D. curious
44. A. win B. lose C. delay D. fail
45. A. feed on B. count on C. take on D. settle on
46. A. plan B. skill C. lesson D. practice
47. A. usual B. average C. beautiful D. terrible
48. A. fierce B. weak C. hazy D. dim
49. A. disappeared B. exploded C. died D. struck
50. A. shapes B. sizes C. colors D. scenes
51. A. in B. on C. with D. for
52. A. tolerance B. relation C. witness D. reference
53. A. continued B. progressed C. ticked D. ended
54. A. quit B. returned C. left D. faded
55. A. made good on B. lost focus on C. took account of D. kept track of
第二节 语法填空（共10小题; 每小题1. 5分，满分15分）
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（不多于1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。
Last October, while tending her garden in Mora, Sweden, Lena Pahlsson pulled out a handful of small 56 (carrot) and was about to throw them away. But something made her look closer, and she noticed a 57 (shine) object. Yes, there beneath the leafy top of one tiny carrot was her long-lost wedding ring.
Pahlsson screamed 58 loudly that her daughter came running from the house. “She thought I had hurt 59 (I),” says Pahlsson. Sixteen years 60 (early), Pahlsson had removed the diamond ring 61 (cook) a meal. When she wanted to put the ring back on later, it was gone. She suspected that one of her three daughters—then ten, eight, and six—had picked it up, but the girls said they hadn't. Pahlsson and her husband 62 (search) the kitchen, checkingevery corner, but turned up nothing. “I gave up hope of finding my ring again,"she says. She never replaced it.
Pahlsson and her husband now think the ring probably got 63 (sweep) into a pile of kitchen rubbish and was spread over the garden, 64 it remained until the carrot’s leafy top accidentally sprouted (生长) through it. For Pahlsson, its return was 65 wonder.
第四部分 写作 (共两节, 满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
假设你是红星中学高三学生李华，你的外国好友Jim打算在学校举办的世界非物质文化遗产展示周（World Intangible Cultural Heritage Exhibition Week）中介绍中国非物质文化遗产，发来邮件询问你的建议。请你用英文给他回信，内容包括：
1. 你推荐的非物质文化遗产；
2. 简要说明理由。
注意：1. 词数80左右；
2. 开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。
Dear Jim,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节 (满分 25 分)
阅读下面短文，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Mum's Present
Jessie, a spirited and cheerful young girl, was looking forward to Christmas with great anticipation. On a crisp, frosty morning, she joined her brothers, Jamie and Joe, on an exciting adventure to the woods. The ground was blanketed with a thin layer of glistening snow, and the air was filled with the invigorating scent of pine. Jessie was dressed warmly in her little cap, a soft, white fur coat that kept the cold at bay, and her vibrant red leggings that added a pop of color to the wintry scene.
As they walked through the woods, collecting green branches to adorn their humble home for the festive season, Jessie's heart was heavy. Her mother's words echoed in her mind: “The children will all have Christmas presents, but I don't expect any for myself. We are too poor this year.” When Jessie shared this with her brothers, their faces fell, and they began to discuss it earnestly.
“Such a good, kind mum, and no Christmas present! It's too bad,” Jessie said, her voice tinged with sadness. A single tear welled up in her eyes, reflecting the disappointment she felt.
“Oh, she has you,” Joe tried to console her.
“But I am not something new,” Jessie replied, frowning.
“Well, you will be new, Jessie,” Joe said with a twinkle in his eye, “when you get back. She has not seen you for an hour.”
注意：
1.续写词数应为150左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Jessie's face lit up with excitement.
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On Thursday evening, Devin warmed up slowly.
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吉安市2026届高三年级开学考
英语参考答案
听力(1. 5/ 30)
1-5 ABAAB 6-10 CBCAA 11-15 ACBCA 16-20 CACBB
阅读理解(2. 5/50)
21-23 CAC 24-27 CBAD 28-31 CBDC 32-35 DBDC 36-40 GCDFA
完形填空（1/15）
41-45 BBCAB 46-50 CDADC 51-55 ACDBA
语法填空（1. 5/15）
56. carrots 57. shiny 58. so 59. myself 60. earlier
61. to cook 62. searched 63. swept 64. where 65. a
应用文（满分15分）
Dear Jim,
I’m thrilled to hear that you’re introducing Chinese intangible cultural heritage at the World Intangible Cultural Heritage Exhibition Week. I’d highly recommend Chinese paper-cutting.
Paper-cutting, with a history spanning over 1,500 years, is a traditional folk art in China. It involves cutting intricate designs from paper using scissors or knives. Not only does it showcase the remarkable craftsmanship of Chinese artisans, but it also carries profound cultural meanings, often symbolizing good luck, happiness, and prosperity. It’s a wonderful way to experience the charm of Chinese culture firsthand.
I believe your presentation will be a great success. Good luck!
Yours,
Li Hua
读后续写（满分25分）
参考范文
Jessie's face lit up with excitement. She jumped up and down, clapping her hands. “Then put me in a big basket, and carry me to mum, and say, 'I am her Christmas present.'”
With a sense of adventure, they carefully placed Jessie in the basket, arranging the green branches all around her to create a cozy and festive nest. As they carried the basket back home, Jessie couldn't contain her giggles. The bumpy ride added to the excitement.
When they reached the doorstep, they set the basket down and rushed inside. “We have a Christmas present out there for you, mum,” they exclaimed.
Mum, curious and a bit puzzled, went to the door and saw the big basket. Her eyes widened with surprise and joy when she saw her little Jessie, sitting in the basket of green branches with a beaming smile on her face.
“Just the very thing I wanted most,” said mum, her voice filled with love and gratitude.
“Merry Christmas, dear mum,” said Jessie, bounding out of her leafy nest.
Mum hugged Jessie tightly, tears of happiness streaming down her face. In that moment, the simple yet heartfelt gift made their Christmas truly special, reminding them that the greatest presents in life are the love and presence of family.
Text 1（第1题为推断题）
M: Good morning. I’d like to apply for a startup loan.
W: The clerk is on the go. I’ll put you on a waiting list first. Here are some snacks and drinks. Just help yourself.
on the go 非常忙碌
Text 2
M: Honey, go upstairs to change your clothes. It’s time to go out for dinner.
W: I’m sorry, but I’ll be tied up in a business meeting until 7:30 p.m. (2)
M: Lily’s kid will feel a bit down if you’re not there. She is looking forward to meeting you.
Text 3
W: John, do you know how to get to the Science Museum
M: Yes, it’s near my uncle’s house. I’m going to visit him this afternoon, and I can drop you off on my way there. (3)
W: Really That’ll be great. Thank you.
Text 4
W: Wow, you’ve given our room a completely new look!
M: I just made the bed and put the table and chairs back in their proper place. (4)
W: Good job! I’ll buy some flowers to brighten up the room.
Text 5（第5题为主旨大意题）
W: Kate turns 21 in December. Have you decided on the gift
M: A camera. She’s been really passionate about photography these days. What about you
W: I’m going to give her a necklace that she mentioned at the Christmas party last year.
Text 6
W: Jim, have you heard that there will be the world’s first humanoid robot half-marathon in our city this Saturday (6) (7)
M: Yes. Joe casually brought it up at the weekly online meeting. (6) What a novel contest!
W: The poster says it’s open to all. So, do you plan to go
M: No, I checked the latest weather forecast, and it said the outdoor temperature will reach 37 degrees Celsius. It’s hard even for a little walk.
W: Don’t you think it’s a good chance to open your mind
M: You’re right. But I prefer to prepare myself for the coming computer programming exam. (7)
W: Well, I respect your choice. But you really should get more exercise.
novel 【熟词生义】 新颖的；与众不同的
Text 7
M: When did you buy this scarf (8) I’ve never seen you wear it.
W: Maybe last month It was on sale for $60. (8) It was such a tempting deal, and I couldn’t help but buy it.
M: I guess the shop assistant said the original price was $100, right
W: No, the original price was double what I paid. (8)
M: That price was set on purpose. In that case, even if the actual price of the item is $60, compared to the so-called “original price”, it makes you feel like you’re getting a bargain when you pay $60 for it. (9)
W: No wonder I always pay more in order to save money. But those discounts are too attractive, especially for well-known brands. How can I avoid falling into this trap
M: Well, you can try to figure out whether you actually need the product, and I think it’s most important to only buy what’s truly necessary. (10)
Text 8
M: Hey, Linda. (12) How was your family trip to Türkiye (11)
W: We had a very tight schedule, and we were always on our way to different tourist destinations. Many places were jam-packed with tourists. Surprisingly, my brother Tom ended up pleased, though he initially thought it was boring. (11)
M: What do you do to relax when travel wears you down
W: I always slow the pace of my trip and even rest in the hotel to recharge. What about you
M: I usually hurry to tour as many scenic spots as possible. I don’t even think about taking a break.
W: You don’t have to visit every single tourist attraction. You can stop for a rest if you feel tired. Sometimes short breaks can make a big difference. You don’t have to stick strictly to the plan. (12)
M: You’re right. By the way, I want to drive to the seaside to watch a band’s live performances next weekend. Would you like to join me (13)
W: Sure. I’ll bring my camera and take some photos. (13)
Text 9（第14题为推断题）
M: Hey, Susan, (16) I haven’t seen you for ages.
W: Yes. We haven’t met since you retired from our company.
M: I heard you became a mother again two years ago.
W: Yeah, I gave birth to twin girls, Janice and Jane. Bob is the older brother now.
M: That’s amazing! It must be challenging to raise them, but it’s also really rewarding and emotionally fulfilling, right
W: Yes. David and I have been working hard for our kids all these years. How about you
M: My wife and I are living the dream — traveling the world.
W: Wow. So is that why I ran into you here
M: Yes. We are flying to Germany.
W: I went there for the Oktoberfest last year. The beer festival was incredible. Which cities are you planning to visit (15)
M: We’ll start in Berlin to visit the historic sites like the Berlin Wall. (15) Then we’ll head to Munich and explore the Bavarian countryside. My wife is a big fan of German castles, so we’ll definitely go on a tour of Füssen.
W: Oh, Neuschwanstein Castle is like the building of a fairytale world! Make sure to try some regional specialties, like bratwurst and sauerbraten. And don’t miss the Black Forest cake. (16)
M: Thanks for the tips! Oh, I have to go in. My flight will take off soon. (17)
Text 10（第18题为推断题）
In today’s program, we are featuring a famous author, Michel Faber. (20) He was born in the Netherlands in 1960, brought to Australia as a child, and has lived in Scotland since 1993. We met in London, where he was on the occasion of his book tour. I interviewed him in a flat that was not far from Chepstow Villas, one of the settings of The Crimson Petal and The White. This novel became a bestseller soon after it was published in 2002. His first collection of short stories, Some Rain Must Fall, published in 1998, was followed two years later by Under the Skin, (19) a novel adapted for a movie in 2013. Faber’s other books include The Fahrenheit Twins, a 2005 short story collection, as well as his last novel, The Book of Strange New Things. He is extremely hard on writing, but when it comes to his personal life, he sounds casual. He told me that he only used his mobile phone a couple of times in his entire life. He didn’t have a laptop, and I offered him mine as he still needed to check his emails, but there was no Wi-Fi connection in the flat. (20)
英语试卷
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a bank. B. In a supermarket. C. In a restaurant.
2. Why can’t the woman go out for dinner now
A. She feels very tired.
B. She is occupied with work.
C. She has to look after her kids.
3. What does the man offer to do for the woman
A. Give her a lift.
B. Pick up her uncle.
C. Show her around the museum.
4. What did the man do
A. He tidied up the room.
B. He bought some flowers.
C. He repaired the table and chairs.
5. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Kate’s plan for Christmas.
B. Kate’s birthday presents.
C. Kate’s new hobby.
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至7题。
6. How did Jim know about the marathon
A. From a poster. B. From the Internet. C. From his colleague.
7. What will Jim do this Saturday
A. Work overtime. B. Study for a test. C. Run a marathon.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What is the original price of the scarf
A. 60 dollars. B. 100 dollars. C. 120 dollars.
9. What does the man say about the price of the scarf
A. It was a marketing trick.
B. It was adjusted frequently.
C. It was within a reasonable range.
10. What does the man consider most important when shopping
A. Personal needs. B. Product quality. C. Brand names.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. How did Tom feel about the trip to Türkiye in the end
A. Satisfied. B. Disappointed. C. Bored.
12. What does Linda suggest the man do when he travels
A. Visit each famous scenic spot.
B. Make detailed plans in advance.
C. Have proper rest.
13. What do the speakers plan to do next weekend
A. Buy a camera.
B. See a live band.
C. Put on performances.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. What is the probable relationship between Susan and Bob
A. Former colleagues.
B. Brother and sister.
C. Mother and son.
15. Which city will the man explore first
A. Berlin. B. Munich. C. Füssen.
16. What does the woman advise the man to do
A. Visit the historic sites.
B. Attend a beer festival.
C. Try local dishes.
17. What is the man going to do
A. Board a flight. B. Do some shopping. C. See a friend off.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What does the speaker probably do
A. A writer. B. A director. C. A program host.
19. When was Under the Skin published
A. In 1998. B. In 2000. C. In 2013.
20. What can we learn about Michel Faber
A. He moved to Australia in 1993.
B. He doesn’t rely on electronic devices.
C. He made a film about his personal life.
第二部分 阅读理解（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，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Top Humanoid Robot Companies in China - MIC Weekly
Humanoid robots, as a combination of artificial intelligence and mechanical technology, are gradually becoming an important field in modern technology. These robots can not only perform simple tasks but also possess the ability to interact with humans, playing significant roles in various areas such as services, healthcare, and education. With the increasing demand for automation and intelligence, companies around the world are investing resources to develop humanoid robots to enhance productivity and service quality.
Some of the notable Chinese humanoid robots are as follows:
Xiaomi CyberOne: Launched on August 11, 2022, it's Xiaomi's first full-sized humanoid bionic robot. It has high emotional intelligence, can notice human emotions, and has sharp vision for 3D virtual reconstruction. It's equipped with Xiaomi's self-developed Mi-sense deep vision module and can perform identity recognition, gesture recognition, etc.
Leju Kua Vo: The latest generation humanoid robot by Leju (Shenzhen) Robotics Technology Co., Ltd. Launched in December 2023, it first appeared at Huawei's HDC 2024. It's China's first open-source HarmonyOS humanoid robot that can jump and walk across various terrains, with 26 degrees of freedom.
Ubtech Walker S1: Ubtech's new generation industrial humanoid robot, developed based on full-stack humanoid robot technology. It incorporates key embodied intelligence technologies, enabling it to meet industrial application needs. It has been deployed in automotive factories for practical training.
Unitree G1: The mass production version is released by Unitree Technology. Standing about 127 cm tall and weighing around 35 kg, it has high flexibility and can perform complex dynamic actions, running at a speed greater than 2 m/s.
Agibot Yuanzheng A2 - W: At the 2024 annual new product launch of Agibot, it was introduced. The robots showcased operations like playing mahjong, unpacking deliveries, and lifting 30 kg weights.
21. Which is not a function of Xiaomi CyberOne
A. Identity recognition. B. Gesture recognition.
C. Shopping delivery. D. Emotional awareness.
22. What is special about Ubtech Walker S1
A. It is mainly applied in industrial field.
B. It has high emotional intelligence.
C. It can interact with humans.
D. It has high flexibility.
23. What can we learn about these robots
A. Both Unitree G1 and Agibot Yuanzheng A2-W are good at weightlifting.
B. Neither of these robots can play board games with people.
C. Both Unitree G1 and Leju Kua Vo can do some sports.
D. All the robots can be employed in healthcare.
B
Having returned from her round trip, a woman stood outside the ticket office of the station. "The railway owes me￡12," she said angrily to Harry Jenks, the young man working at the office. "You sold me a ticket for May 22nd, but there was no ship from Jersey that night. So my daughter and I had to stay in a hotel. It cost me￡12."
Harry was worried. He remembered selling the woman a return ticket. "Come into the office, Madam," he said politely. "I’ll just check the Jersey timetable for May 22nd."
The woman and her little girl followed him inside. She was quite right, as Harry soon discovered. There was no sailing on May 22nd. How could he have made such a careless mistake He shouldn’t have sold her a ticket for that day. Wondering what to do, he smiled at the child. "You look sunburnt," he said to her. "Did you have a nice holiday in Jersey "
"Yes,"she answered, shyly. "The beach was lovely. And I can swim too!"
"That’s fine," said Harry. "My little girl can’t swim a bit yet. Of course, she’s only three…"
"I’m four,"the child said proudly. "I’ll be four and a half." Harry turned to the mother. "I remember your ticket, Madam,"he said. "But you didn’t get one for your daughter, did you "
"Er, well——" the woman looked at the child. "I mean...she hasn’t started school yet. She’s only four."
"A four-year-old child must have a ticket, Madam. A child’s return ticket to Jersey costs…let me see…￡13.50. So if the railway pays your hotel, you will owe￡1.50. The law is the law, but since the fault was mine…"
The woman stood up, took the child’s hand and left the office.
24. The woman was angry because .
A. she couldn’t use the ticket for her round trip
B. she had to return home a day earlier than she had planned
C. she spent more money than she had expected
D. Harry had sold her a ticket to Jersey where there was no sailing
25. Harry was worried because .
A. the woman was angry with him
B. he had not done his work properly
C. the Jersey timetable was wrong
D. the little girl didn’t have a return ticket
26. Harry started talking to the little girl .
A. because he was in difficulty and did not know what to do
B. because he had a little girl about the same age as this girl
C. because he wanted to be friendly to the little girl who looked so nice
D. when he suddenly realized that he could find a way out from the little girl
27. When Harry said,"The law is the law, but since the fault was mine…," he meant that .
A. they must follow it without other choice, even though the fault was his
B. he had to be strict with the woman because of the law, although he didn’t want to
C. the woman had to pay him￡1.50 and the railway would pay for the hotel
D. she should pay￡1.50, but as he had made a mistake, she could go without paying
C
A team of engineers at Harvard University has been inspired by Nature to create the first robotic fly. The mechanical fly has become a platform for a series of new high-tech integrated systems. Designed to do what a fly does naturally, the tiny machine is the size of a fat housefly. Its mini wings allow it to stay in the air and perform controlled flight tasks.
“It’s extremely important for us to think about this as a whole system and not just the sum of a bunch of individual components (元件),” said Robert Wood, the Harvard engineering professor who has been working on the robotic fly project for over a decade. A few years ago, his team got the go-ahead to start piecing together the components. “The added difficulty with a project like this is that actually none of those components are off the shelf and so we have to develop them all on our own,” he said.
They engineered a series of systems to start and drive the robotic fly. “The seemingly simple system which just moves the wings has a number of interdependencies on the individual components, each of which individually has to perform well, but then has to be matched well to everything it’s connected to,” said Wood. The flight device was built into a set of power, computation, sensing and control systems. Wood says the success of the project proves that the flying robot with these tiny components can be built and manufactured.
While this first robotic flyer is linked to a small, off-board power source, the goal is eventually to equip it with a built-in power source, so that it might someday perform data-gathering work at rescue sites, in farmers’ fields or on the battlefield. “Basically it should be able to take off, land and fly around,” he said.
Wood says the design offers a new way to study flight mechanics and control at insect-scale. Yet, the power, sensing and computation technologies on board could have much broader applications. “You can start thinking about using them to answer open scientific questions, you know, to study biology in ways that would be difficult with the animals, but using these robots instead,” he said. “So there are a lot of technologies and open interesting scientific questions that are really what drives us on a day to day basis.”
28. The difficulty the team of engineers met with while making the robotic fly was that __________.
A. they had no model in their mind B. they did not have sufficient time
C. they had no ready-made components D. they could not assemble the components
29. It can be inferred from paragraphs 3 and 4 that the robotic fly __________.
A. consists of a flight device and a control system
B. can just fly in limited areas at the present time
C. can collect information from many sources
D. has been put into wide application
30. Which of the following can be learned from the passage
A. The robotic flyer is designed to learn about insects.
B. Animals are not allowed in biological experiments.
C. There used to be few ways to study how insects fly.
D. Wood’s design can replace animals in some experiments.
31. Which of the following might be the best title of the passage
A. Father of Robotic Fly B. Inspiration from Engineering Science
C. Robotic Fly Imitates Real Life Insect D. Harvard Breaks Through in Insect Study
D
For the past five years, Paula Smith, a historian of science, has devoted herself to re-creating long-forgotten techniques. While doing research for her new book, she came across a 16th-century French manuscript (手稿) consisting of nearly 1,000 sets of instructions, covering subjects from tool making to finding the best sand.
The author’s intention remains as mysterious (神秘) as his name; he may have been simply taking notes for his own records. But Smith was struck mainly by the fact that she didn’t truly grasp any of the skills the author described. “You simply can’t get an understanding of that handwork by reading about it,” she says.
Though Smith did get her hands on the best sand, doing things the old-fashioned way isn’t just about playing around with French mud. Reconstructing the work of the craftsmen (工匠) who lived centuries ago can reveal how they viewed the world, what objects filled their homes, and what went on in the workshops that produced them. It can even help solve present-day problems: In 2015, scientists discovered that a 10th-century English medicine for eye problems could kill a drug-resistant virus.
The work has also brought insights for museums, Smith says. One must know how an object was made in order to preserve it. What’s more, reconstructions might be the only way to know what treasures looked like before time wore them down. Scholars have seen this idea in practice with ancient Greek and Roman statues. These sculptures were painted a rainbow of striking colours. We can’t appreciate these kinds of details without seeing works of art as they originally appeared—something Smith believes you can do only when you have a road map.
Smith has put the manuscript’s ideas into practice. Her final goal is to link the worlds of art and science back together. She believes that bringing the old recipes to life can help develop a kind of learning that highlights experimentation, teamwork, and problem solving.
Back when science—then called “the new philosophy”—took shape, academics looked to craftsmen for help in understanding the natural world. Microscopes and telescopes were invented by way of artistic tinkering (修补), as craftsmen experimented with glass to better bend light.
If we can rediscover the values of hands-on experience and craftwork, Smith says, we can marry the best of our modern insights with the handiness of our ancestors.
32. How did Smith feel after reading the French manuscript
A. Confused about the technical terms.
B. Impressed with its detailed instructions.
C. Discouraged by its complex structure.
D. Shocked for her own lack of hand skills.
33. According to Smith, the reconstruction work is done mainly to ______.
A. restore old workshops B. understand the craftsmen
C. improve visual effects D. inspire the philosophers
34. Why does the author mention museums
A. To reveal the beauty of ancient objects. B. To present the findings of old science.
C. To highlight the importance of antiques. D. To emphasize the values of hand skills.
35. Which would be the best title for this passage
A. Craftsmen Set the Trends for Artists
B. Craftsmanship Leads to New Theories
C. Craftsmanship Makes Better Scientists
D. Craftsmen Reshape the Future of Science
第二节（共5小题；每小题2. 5分，满分12. 5分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
If you want to develop maximum credibility (可信性), is it better to be a hedgehog (刺猬) or a fox According to Isaiah Berlin, the hedgehog knows one thing very well, and the fox knows a lot of things.
Is there a clear advantage of one style over the other Hedgehog thinkers tend to answer yes. ___36___ And they are usually very credible in doing so. According to Jim Hart, the “hedgehog concept” is one of the factors that lead companies to greatness. They focus on one thing and do it really well. They figure out what they are good at. ___37___ The hedgehog concept makes perfect sense for companies.
___38___ Philip Tate has studied the track records of those folks on the Sunday talk shows who make predictions about what will happen. He has found that hedgehogs are not only wrong more often than foxes, but that they are less likely to recognise or admit that they are wrong when events do not match their predictions.
The advantage that foxes have is that they are more likely to seek out new information from a broader range of sources, and are comfortable with uncertainty and new information. ___39___ They try to include it in their viewpoint rather than to exclude it from their thinking. They also have a clearer estimation of what they know and don’t know.
So, which is better The question can be answered in a foxy hedgehog style. ___40___ The choice between being a hedgehog or a fox is a false trade-off. The most effective way to go through life is to try to be that rare mixture known as foxy hedgehog.
A. In other words, there are clear advantages for each.
B. They are more likely to remember people’s mistakes.
C. Hence, they have the advantage of clarity and confidence.
D. But there can be a downside to concentration on one big thing.
E. However, hedgehogs remain open to others’ reactions and inputs.
F. When something is contradictory to their view, they don’t treat it as exceptional.
G. They come down squarely on one side or the other and fully support their position.
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 (共15小题;每小题1分, 满分15分)
阅读下面短文, 从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项
Six years as a space reporter taught me that chaos rules everything. Nothing is completely predictable or controlled. I have watched enough go wrong to know that no view of a celestial(天空的) event is ever truly promised to us 41 on the earth.
So when my mother and I decided to drive out to Erie, Pennsylvania, to see the April 8 total solar eclipse(日全食) this year, I knew this would be a trip of two 42 attitudes. I’d be 43 about the weather and convinced we’d be victims of the randomness that governs the world while my mom would have strong faith that order would 44 and the skies would let us glimpse an eclipse like this for the first time in our lives. I told her not to 45 the universe for this one; she told me she wouldn’t depend on anything else.
I was once again humbled into 46 I’ve learned time and time again: Mama knows best. Erie’s forecast that morning was looking 47 , but by the time first contact between the sun and the moon began a little after 2 p. m., the clouds over the city’s bay began to clear. The pale yellow sun under the eclipse lenses rapidly crested (到达顶峰), concentrating into a 48 orange glow.
The eclipse 49 at 3:16 p. m. A thin white glow pierced out from the edge of a clean black circle. The sunset-like 50 glowed and bloomed in the distance. I could spot solar prominences(日珥) sticking out from the sides of the sun 51 slightly bright red and pink. Jupiter and Venus also played roles in this performance. It felt like bearing 52 to something close to a miracle.
Four minutes later, the eclipse 53 . The sun brightened again. And the clouds 54 violently, swallowing up the moon and the sun and the sky in gray. But for four incredible minutes, the universe seems to have 55 a promise to my mother.
41. A. analysts B. observers C. investigators D. astronauts
42. A. consistent B. conflicting C. amusing D. agreeable
43. A. optimistic B. confused C. pessimistic D. curious
44. A. win B. lose C. delay D. fail
45. A. feed on B. count on C. take on D. settle on
46. A. plan B. skill C. lesson D. practice
47. A. usual B. average C. beautiful D. terrible
48. A. fierce B. weak C. hazy D. dim
49. A. disappeared B. exploded C. died D. struck
50. A. shapes B. sizes C. colors D. scenes
51. A. in B. on C. with D. for
52. A. tolerance B. relation C. witness D. reference
53. A. continued B. progressed C. ticked D. ended
54. A. quit B. returned C. left D. faded
55. A. made good on B. lost focus on C. took account of D. kept track of
第二节 语法填空（共10小题; 每小题1. 5分，满分15分）
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（不多于1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。
Last October, while tending her garden in Mora, Sweden, Lena Pahlsson pulled out a handful of small 56 (carrot) and was about to throw them away. But something made her look closer, and she noticed a 57 (shine) object. Yes, there beneath the leafy top of one tiny carrot was her long-lost wedding ring.
Pahlsson screamed 58 loudly that her daughter came running from the house. “She thought I had hurt 59 (I),” says Pahlsson. Sixteen years 60 (early), Pahlsson had removed the diamond ring 61 (cook) a meal. When she wanted to put the ring back on later, it was gone. She suspected that one of her three daughters—then ten, eight, and six—had picked it up, but the girls said they hadn't. Pahlsson and her husband 62 (search) the kitchen, checkingevery corner, but turned up nothing. “I gave up hope of finding my ring again,"she says. She never replaced it.
Pahlsson and her husband now think the ring probably got 63 (sweep) into a pile of kitchen rubbish and was spread over the garden, 64 it remained until the carrot’s leafy top accidentally sprouted (生长) through it. For Pahlsson, its return was 65 wonder.
第四部分 写作 (共两节, 满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
假设你是红星中学高三学生李华，你的外国好友Jim打算在学校举办的世界非物质文化遗产展示周（World Intangible Cultural Heritage Exhibition Week）中介绍中国非物质文化遗产，发来邮件询问你的建议。请你用英文给他回信，内容包括：
1. 你推荐的非物质文化遗产；
2. 简要说明理由。
注意：1. 词数80左右；
2. 开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。
Dear Jim,
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Yours,
Li Hua
第二节 (满分 25 分)
阅读下面短文，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Mum's Present
Jessie, a spirited and cheerful young girl, was looking forward to Christmas with great anticipation. On a crisp, frosty morning, she joined her brothers, Jamie and Joe, on an exciting adventure to the woods. The ground was blanketed with a thin layer of glistening snow, and the air was filled with the invigorating scent of pine. Jessie was dressed warmly in her little cap, a soft, white fur coat that kept the cold at bay, and her vibrant red leggings that added a pop of color to the wintry scene.
As they walked through the woods, collecting green branches to adorn their humble home for the festive season, Jessie's heart was heavy. Her mother's words echoed in her mind: “The children will all have Christmas presents, but I don't expect any for myself. We are too poor this year.” When Jessie shared this with her brothers, their faces fell, and they began to discuss it earnestly.
“Such a good, kind mum, and no Christmas present! It's too bad,” Jessie said, her voice tinged with sadness. A single tear welled up in her eyes, reflecting the disappointment she felt.
“Oh, she has you,” Joe tried to console her.
“But I am not something new,” Jessie replied, frowning.
“Well, you will be new, Jessie,” Joe said with a twinkle in his eye, “when you get back. She has not seen you for an hour.”
注意：
1.续写词数应为150左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Jessie's face lit up with excitement.
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On Thursday evening, Devin warmed up slowly.
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吉安市2026届高三年级开学考
英语参考答案
听力(1. 5/ 30)
1-5 ABAAB 6-10 CBCAA 11-15 ACBCA 16-20 CACBB
阅读理解(2. 5/50)
21-23 CAC 24-27 CBAD 28-31 CBDC 32-35 DBDC 36-40 GCDFA
完形填空（1/15）
41-45 BBCAB 46-50 CDADC 51-55 ACDBA
语法填空（1. 5/15）
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应用文（满分15分）
Dear Jim,
I’m thrilled to hear that you’re introducing Chinese intangible cultural heritage at the World Intangible Cultural Heritage Exhibition Week. I’d highly recommend Chinese paper-cutting.
Paper-cutting, with a history spanning over 1,500 years, is a traditional folk art in China. It involves cutting intricate designs from paper using scissors or knives. Not only does it showcase the remarkable craftsmanship of Chinese artisans, but it also carries profound cultural meanings, often symbolizing good luck, happiness, and prosperity. It’s a wonderful way to experience the charm of Chinese culture firsthand.
I believe your presentation will be a great success. Good luck!
Yours,
Li Hua
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Jessie's face lit up with excitement. She jumped up and down, clapping her hands. “Then put me in a big basket, and carry me to mum, and say, 'I am her Christmas present.'”
With a sense of adventure, they carefully placed Jessie in the basket, arranging the green branches all around her to create a cozy and festive nest. As they carried the basket back home, Jessie couldn't contain her giggles. The bumpy ride added to the excitement.
When they reached the doorstep, they set the basket down and rushed inside. “We have a Christmas present out there for you, mum,” they exclaimed.
Mum, curious and a bit puzzled, went to the door and saw the big basket. Her eyes widened with surprise and joy when she saw her little Jessie, sitting in the basket of green branches with a beaming smile on her face.
“Just the very thing I wanted most,” said mum, her voice filled with love and gratitude.
“Merry Christmas, dear mum,” said Jessie, bounding out of her leafy nest.
Mum hugged Jessie tightly, tears of happiness streaming down her face. In that moment, the simple yet heartfelt gift made their Christmas truly special, reminding them that the greatest presents in life are the love and presence of family.
Text 1（第1题为推断题）
M: Good morning. I’d like to apply for a startup loan.
W: The clerk is on the go. I’ll put you on a waiting list first. Here are some snacks and drinks. Just help yourself.
on the go 非常忙碌
Text 2
M: Honey, go upstairs to change your clothes. It’s time to go out for dinner.
W: I’m sorry, but I’ll be tied up in a business meeting until 7:30 p.m. (2)
M: Lily’s kid will feel a bit down if you’re not there. She is looking forward to meeting you.
Text 3
W: John, do you know how to get to the Science Museum
M: Yes, it’s near my uncle’s house. I’m going to visit him this afternoon, and I can drop you off on my way there. (3)
W: Really That’ll be great. Thank you.
Text 4
W: Wow, you’ve given our room a completely new look!
M: I just made the bed and put the table and chairs back in their proper place. (4)
W: Good job! I’ll buy some flowers to brighten up the room.
Text 5（第5题为主旨大意题）
W: Kate turns 21 in December. Have you decided on the gift
M: A camera. She’s been really passionate about photography these days. What about you
W: I’m going to give her a necklace that she mentioned at the Christmas party last year.
Text 6
W: Jim, have you heard that there will be the world’s first humanoid robot half-marathon in our city this Saturday (6) (7)
M: Yes. Joe casually brought it up at the weekly online meeting. (6) What a novel contest!
W: The poster says it’s open to all. So, do you plan to go
M: No, I checked the latest weather forecast, and it said the outdoor temperature will reach 37 degrees Celsius. It’s hard even for a little walk.
W: Don’t you think it’s a good chance to open your mind
M: You’re right. But I prefer to prepare myself for the coming computer programming exam. (7)
W: Well, I respect your choice. But you really should get more exercise.
novel 【熟词生义】 新颖的；与众不同的
Text 7
M: When did you buy this scarf (8) I’ve never seen you wear it.
W: Maybe last month It was on sale for $60. (8) It was such a tempting deal, and I couldn’t help but buy it.
M: I guess the shop assistant said the original price was $100, right
W: No, the original price was double what I paid. (8)
M: That price was set on purpose. In that case, even if the actual price of the item is $60, compared to the so-called “original price”, it makes you feel like you’re getting a bargain when you pay $60 for it. (9)
W: No wonder I always pay more in order to save money. But those discounts are too attractive, especially for well-known brands. How can I avoid falling into this trap
M: Well, you can try to figure out whether you actually need the product, and I think it’s most important to only buy what’s truly necessary. (10)
Text 8
M: Hey, Linda. (12) How was your family trip to Türkiye (11)
W: We had a very tight schedule, and we were always on our way to different tourist destinations. Many places were jam-packed with tourists. Surprisingly, my brother Tom ended up pleased, though he initially thought it was boring. (11)
M: What do you do to relax when travel wears you down
W: I always slow the pace of my trip and even rest in the hotel to recharge. What about you
M: I usually hurry to tour as many scenic spots as possible. I don’t even think about taking a break.
W: You don’t have to visit every single tourist attraction. You can stop for a rest if you feel tired. Sometimes short breaks can make a big difference. You don’t have to stick strictly to the plan. (12)
M: You’re right. By the way, I want to drive to the seaside to watch a band’s live performances next weekend. Would you like to join me (13)
W: Sure. I’ll bring my camera and take some photos. (13)
Text 9（第14题为推断题）
M: Hey, Susan, (16) I haven’t seen you for ages.
W: Yes. We haven’t met since you retired from our company.
M: I heard you became a mother again two years ago.
W: Yeah, I gave birth to twin girls, Janice and Jane. Bob is the older brother now.
M: That’s amazing! It must be challenging to raise them, but it’s also really rewarding and emotionally fulfilling, right
W: Yes. David and I have been working hard for our kids all these years. How about you
M: My wife and I are living the dream — traveling the world.
W: Wow. So is that why I ran into you here
M: Yes. We are flying to Germany.
W: I went there for the Oktoberfest last year. The beer festival was incredible. Which cities are you planning to visit (15)
M: We’ll start in Berlin to visit the historic sites like the Berlin Wall. (15) Then we’ll head to Munich and explore the Bavarian countryside. My wife is a big fan of German castles, so we’ll definitely go on a tour of Füssen.
W: Oh, Neuschwanstein Castle is like the building of a fairytale world! Make sure to try some regional specialties, like bratwurst and sauerbraten. And don’t miss the Black Forest cake. (16)
M: Thanks for the tips! Oh, I have to go in. My flight will take off soon. (17)
Text 10（第18题为推断题）
In today’s program, we are featuring a famous author, Michel Faber. (20) He was born in the Netherlands in 1960, brought to Australia as a child, and has lived in Scotland since 1993. We met in London, where he was on the occasion of his book tour. I interviewed him in a flat that was not far from Chepstow Villas, one of the settings of The Crimson Petal and The White. This novel became a bestseller soon after it was published in 2002. His first collection of short stories, Some Rain Must Fall, published in 1998, was followed two years later by Under the Skin, (19) a novel adapted for a movie in 2013. Faber’s other books include The Fahrenheit Twins, a 2005 short story collection, as well as his last novel, The Book of Strange New Things. He is extremely hard on writing, but when it comes to his personal life, he sounds casual. He told me that he only used his mobile phone a couple of times in his entire life. He didn’t have a laptop, and I offered him mine as he still needed to check his emails, but there was no Wi-Fi connection in the flat. (20)
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