广东省深圳市多校联考2026届高三上学期开学质量检测英语试卷（含答案）
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广东省深圳市多校联考2025-2026学年高三上学期开学英语试题
一、阅读理解
VOLUNTEERING IN SRI LANKA
Explore International Volunteer Headquarters’ exciting Sri Lanka volunteer abroad program. With affordable fees and top-rated projects trusted by over 142,000 travelers, IVHQ is the best volunteer organization in Sri Lanka.HIGHLIGHTS
·Airport pick-up, welcome session, meals and 24/7 in-country support;
·Accommodation in volunteer houses in many regions;
·A special Cultural Introduction Week available as an add-on.
PROJECTS
Childcare in Kandy·Program Fees from $390 ·Based at daycare centers Assist in under-resourced child care centers around Kandy, helping with lessons, playtime, and general tasks wherever your help is needed. Construction and Repair in Kandy·Program Fees from $390 ·Based at temples and schools Help to restore local temples and schools to their former beauty by painting and cleaning them. Learn about the local culture and see your progress in front of your eyes!
Elephant Welfare in Randeniya·Program Fees from $1020 ·Based at a reserve in Randeniya Volunteer at an elephant reserve. Help care for elephants that have been in tough working conditions and boost their physical and mental well-being. Women’s Education in Kandy·Program Fees from $390 ·Based with a local organization Assist local women from difficult backgrounds to overcome gender inequality issues and help them develop life skills in a safe environment.
IMPORTANT THINGS TO NOTE
All programs require a Registration Fee of $299 per participant in addition to the Program Fee.
Recommended spending money: Volunteers typically need $50 per week for expenses.
1．What will IVHQ volunteers enjoy
A．Travel guidance. B．Welcome gifts.
C．Free accommodation. D．Considerate services.
2．Which project may attract wildlife enthusiasts
A．Childcare in Kandy. B．Women’s Education in Kandy.
C．Elephant Welfare in Randeniya. D．Construction and Repair in Kandy.
3．What is the cost for two applicants for the Women’s Education project
A．$1,378. B．$780. C．$1,079. D．$689.
As a freelance (自由职业的) writer, the structure of my workday can often vary wildly. Sometimes, it feels as if I have too much to do — other days, too little. Yet no matter the shape of my 9 to 5, one thing remains constant: emails.
About a year ago, I found my email-checking habit had become more distracting than usual. When working on my computer, I found myself nervously checking my phone for unread emails whenever hitting a mental block. Even worse, during lunch or walks, that habit of checking would come with me, making my breaks an extension of the workday.
The little red dot on my Gmail app had become a marker of my professional image: the faster I responded, the more I was seen as reliable by my paymasters. By responding to everyone immediately, I convinced myself I could secure more work — after all, I needed to pay my electricity bills.
However, speed didn’t always mean quality. I took on too much work, not allowing myself space to reflect on the value of my output. The content machine kept running, and I was busy producing “word salad” onto the internet.
After a particularly crazy week of non-stop emailing, I deleted the email app. The difference was immediately noticeable. I began to rest better. Now, my workdays remain unpredictable, but I’ve realized that a lack of structure wouldn’t stop me from setting boundaries for myself. Uninterrupted breaks help me focus when I return to work. Taking a few hours to respond to messages — instead of just minutes — often makes no difference to the sender and allows me to digest requests properly.
I am still surviving as a freelancer in a fast-paced industry, but now I can spend my time endlessly checking my phone for Instagram stories instead.
4．How did the email-checking habit affect the author
A．It kept him extremely impatient.
B．It made him stressful and burdened.
C．It changed the structure of his work.
D．It caused him serious mental disorder.
5．Why did the author feel the need to respond to emails quickly
A．He wanted to avoid long working hours.
B．He sought high pay to cover electricity bills.
C．He thought it made him seem more trustworthy.
D．He believed multitasking ensured employment.
6．What does the author imply by mentioning “word salad” in paragraph 4
A．His productivity reached its peak.
B．His work lacked meaningful content.
C．He had difficulty working with machines.
D．He managed to balance quality and quantity.
7．What does the author learn after deleting the email app
A．Email senders prefer thoughtful replies.
B．Social media is more important than email.
C．Setting boundaries can improve work efficiency.
D．Freelancers should get used to a fast-paced lifestyle.
For more than a decade, a team of researchers have studied the dynamics of the Greenland Ice Sheet as it responds to a warming climate. But while much of their focus has been on water’s impacts on ice sheet change, their most recent research findings have overturned the order of their thinking. Meierbachtol, Harper and their team discovered that changes in the ice sheet have a real impact on the massive groundwater system underlying Greenland.
This latest discovery occurred thanks to a marriage of drilling techniques. International cooperators made an angled hole 650 meters through bedrock underneath a Greenland glacier (冰川) to measure groundwater conditions under the ice. Meanwhile, researchers drilled 32 holes from atop the glacier, through nearly a kilometer of ice, to measure water conditions at the area between ice and bedrock, which forms an important boundary controlling groundwater flow below. After drilling, the team fixed sensors in the ice column and at the ice sheet bed to measure ice dynamics and water conditions as water flows under the ice.
“By studying areas covered by ice 10,000 years ago, we have known that the huge mass and vast amounts of water from melting ice can impact the underlying groundwater,” Meierbachtol said. “It’s generally accepted that the groundwater is sleeping over decades to centuries and its response to ice sheet change is long: thousands of years. But what we’ve shown here is that it is immediate.”
This new understanding could have important subsequent effects on how Greenland’s thinning impacts the Arctic. The thinning ice could reduce the rate of groundwater flow to the ocean, changing the water temperature and salinity (盐度) balance that is important for ocean circulation (循环) patterns. “In thinking about the complex feedbacks from Greenland’s ongoing change, we have really ignored the groundwater component,” Harper said.
8．How do the researchers feel about the result of the recent study
A．Surprised. B．Doubtful. C．Satisfied. D．Disappointed.
9．What contributes most to the new research about the Greenland Ice Sheet
A．Joint efforts from global experts.
B．Advanced sensors tracking ice dynamics.
C．Ideal bedrock stability for measurements.
D．A combination of two drilling approaches.
10．What is a misunderstanding of the groundwater under glaciers
A．Its component is complex.
B．It is inactive for a long time.
C．It has a very large volume.
D．Its temperature is changeable.
11．What does the text mainly talk about
A．Long-lasting effects of global warming on the Arctic.
B．Water impacts on the Greenland’s permanent ice sheet.
C．Newly discovered groundwater resources in Greenland.
D．Greenland’s groundwater changes with thinning ice sheet.
A corn plant knows how to find water in soil with the very tips of its roots, but some varieties, including many used for developing high-output corn in the U.S., appear to have lost part of that ability, according to a Stanford-led study. With climate change increasing droughts, the findings hold potential for developing more drought-resistant varieties of corn.
The study, published in the journal Science, uncovers genetic mechanisms (遗传机制) behind “hydropatterning”, or how plant roots branch toward water and avoid dry spaces in soil. In particular, the researchers discovered that ethylene, a plant hormone (激素) known to help bananas ripen, also influences how roots grow to seek water.
For this study, the researchers developed a new, simplified way to study water sensitivity in roots. They found corn varieties adapted to hot and wet regions like Mexico were very good at making new root branches toward water and avoiding dry areas. In contrast, the varieties adapted to moderate regions of North America frequently grew roots randomly without distinguishing between dry and wet areas in the soil.
“Interestingly, the plants that are better at sensing where the water is are also making deeper root systems,” said lead author Johannes Scharwies. “One idea is that if the plant doesn’t waste time growing root branches into places where it doesn’t find any water and nutrients, then it has more energy to grow deeper down where water is more likely.”
Genetic analyses reveal two plant hormones, auxin and ethylene, play a role in how corn roots respond to water. While auxin was already known to help control this process, ethylene’s involvement was a new discovery. In experiments with thale cress — a model plant often used in research — the researchers found auxin signaling promotes root branch development toward water, while ethylene stops branching when the root is exposed to air.
Further research is needed to better understand the interaction of these genetic pathways before corn varieties can be developed with more drought-resistant root systems, but the findings highlight the significance of studying these localized responses at root tips, researchers said.
12．What is the primary focus of the Stanford-led study
A．Drought-resistant corn varieties.
B．Ethylene’s effect on fruit ripening.
C．Genetic regulation of root branching.
D．Impact of climate change on plant roots.
13．What can be inferred from Johannes Scharwies’ remarks
A．Plant hormones make a big difference to root growth.
B．Nutrients guarantee better water-seeking root systems.
C．Root branching conserves energy for higher production.
D．Stronger hydropatterning was linked to greater root depth.
14．What does paragraph 5 mainly talk about
A．Model plants in research.
B．Hormones’ role in root growth.
C．Genetic analysis methods.
D．Findings of previous research.
15．What does the last paragraph suggest future research do
A．Prioritize development of new corn varieties.
B．Work out the mechanisms of genetic interactions.
C．Concentrate merely on localized root responses.
D．Expand practical applications of hydropatterning.
Creative writing has no written formula (公式) and no strict laws. 16 Therefore, we have more freedom to express ideas, thoughts and imagination in creative writing. But it doesn’t mean creative writing needs no techniques. Follow these tips if you want to boost your creativity and improve the way you write.
Always be writing
You never know what will inspire your writing. Keep a notepad or download a notes app to your personal device so you can record any ideas you have. 17
Embrace rewriting.
Even the greatest writer rarely gets it right in the first draft. 18 Or, in some cases, start over. Storytelling and word building take a lot of time and thought, and only through rewriting will you be able to craft a version that works best.
Know your audience.
Ask yourself whether this story is for your creative writing students or a wider population. Maybe you are a novelist with a specific readership. Maybe you are an academic writer trying to break into the young adult market. 19 It’s essential to know your audience, narrow down the tone and work in ways that appeal to your target audience.
Show Don’t Tell.
This is an effective tool and a useful rule for all writers. Fiction is for entertainment, so entertain your readers! 20 Let them see, hear, feel and smell. Show them what is happening through details, facial expressions and images, rather than simply telling them.
A．Make them feel amused by your story.
B．It is all about originality and creativity.
C．Anyone can make great creative writing.
D．Give them a vivid picture of what you have created.
E．Don’t be afraid to reedit and erase what doesn’t work.
F．Don’t ignore the random ideas that pop into your head.
G．It’s rare for a piece of writing to appeal to all the people.
二、完形填空
All along, I’ve lived by others’ definitions of the “right” way.
As a kid, I was short and 21 . When I played basketball, I had to put my tiny body behind the ball and throw it underhand at the hoop (篮筐). Kids laughed and called my 22 style “grandma shot.” I looked strange, but I 23 every time. I won multiple free throw competitions using my “grandma shot”, so I 24 it. But my victories came with great 25 — I hadn’t done it the “right” way.
But did success only count if it looked the way others 26 Years later, when I closed my eyes, I recalled standing on the free throw line at 10 years old, 27 the noise, and focusing on the basket. My “grandma shot” 28 , and everyone cheered. The way I shot was odd, but it did 29 the rules.
Suddenly, I realized I’d spent my life letting the “right” way 30 my achievements. I was a freelancer (自由职业者) who doesn’t have a stable income, and I’d always felt I was doing something 31 . However, I earned scholarships, built businesses, and shaped my life with 32 steps. Now I know it’s not the 33 that matters, but the joy you find throughout the journey. There’s no one right or wrong way. 34 , there are countless paths. There’s no 35 in that — sometimes, it leads to great success.
21．A．underweight B．overconfident C．undervalued D．overambitious
22．A．careless B．powerful C．smooth D．awkward
23．A．worried B．defended C．scored D．worsened
24．A．simplified B．continued C．ignored D．blamed
25．A．gratitude B．surprise C．anger D．regret
26．A．expected B．denied C．knew D．misunderstood
27．A．covering up B．blocking out C．living with D．complaining about
28．A．mattered B．improved C．worked D．changed
29．A．follow B．break C．reshape D．set
30．A．record B．celebrate C．cloud D．spotlight
31．A．flexible B．valuable C．normal D．wrong
32．A．curious B．risky C．random D．unique
33．A．wealth B．approach C．goal D．result
34．A．However B．Instead C．Additionally D．Similarly
35．A．sense B．meaning C．shame D．confusion
三、语法填空
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The Dongjiang River in southern China provides drinking water for 40 million people, including those in Hong Kong and rural areas. However, this vital resource had become 36 (critical) threatened by sewage (污水). With continuous pollutant emissions, it no longer qualifies 37 a safe source of drinking water.
To address this challenge, a nature-inspired system which harmonizes 38 (engineer) practices and nature’s wisdom was put into place. This system, which 39 (function)similarly to wetlands in purifying water, is low both in cost and maintenance. These artificial ecosystems, 40 pollutants are absorbed and broken down, are highly pared to conventional methods, they are much 41 (efficient) in reducing pollution.
The project also provides 42 inviting habitat for local wildlife, including fish, frog and insects. Since the project began, residents 43 (see) a steady rise in the amount of wildlife in the area.
This innovation makes itself 44 (recognize) as a model of innovation in environmental conservation. By adopting nature-inspired strategies, it offers 45 (insight) solutions to preserve the local ecosystems and promote sustainable development at the same time.
四、书信写作
46．假定你是李华，学校外教Mr. Wilson下学期拟开设“校园生态摄影”的选修课，现征集课程设计建议。请你给他写邮件，内容包括：
1.推荐拍摄主题并说明理由;
2.提出作品展示方案。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Mr. Wilson,
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Best regards,
Li Hua
五、书面表达
47．阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Ethan had always lived by checklists — precise and detailed. At school, he double-checked his answers, rewrote notes in perfect handwriting, and organized his pens by size and color. But the world often refused to follow his plan. A missed question, a group project gone off track, or even a messy desk could send him into hours of self-blame.
During a school event, he was struck by what was advertised on the poster of a pottery class, “Join us. Create, relax, and just be yourself.” He eagerly signed up, hoping it might ease the anxiety that had wrapped him around for long.
On the first day of their pottery workshop, Ethan arrived earlier, and spent almost an hour arranging and rearranging all the tools, the wheel, carving knives, brushes, and measuring cups... He carefully lined them up like surgical instruments. He had even watched twelve instructional videos the night before, determined to get everything right. Yet somehow, his third attempt at a simple bowl that day still exploded in the kiln (窑).
Maybe the shape was not right, Ethan thought. Ms. Alvarez, their instructor, approached Ethan and said with a warm smile, “Beginner’s tip. Don’t worry about making it perfect.” Ethan froze. The word “Perfect” hung in the air, sharp and cold. He wanted to explain, to say that “perfect” was the only way he knew how to feel safe. But the words stayed inside.
Around him, the others were making uneven (歪歪扭扭的) bowls and plates with funny-looking curves. Some were even laughing at their own “disasters”. No one seemed to mind getting it wrong. Ethan looked down at his hands, still lightly dusted with clay (黏土). For a moment, he just stared, and then realized maybe “not being perfect” wasn’t as scary as he had always thought. He let out a small, hesitant smile, turned back to the soft clay on his table, and began shaping it — ready for a fourth attempt.
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。
“Forget about making it perfect.” Ms. Alvarez’s words gently landed beside him.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
“Now,” Ms. Alvarez said to Ethan with a smile, “let’s wait.”
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
参考答案
1．D 2．C 3．A
4．B 5．C 6．B 7．C
8．A 9．D 10．B 11．D
12．C 13．D 14．B 15．B
16．B 17．F 18．E 19．G 20．D
21．A 22．D 23．C 24．B 25．D 26．A 27．B 28．C 29．A 30．C 31．D 32．D 33．B 34．B 35．C
36．critically 37．as 38．engineering 39．functions 40．where 41．more efficient 42．an 43．have seen 44．recognized 45．insightful
46．Version 1
Dear Mr. Wilson,
I’d like to recommend the lotus pond on campus as a key theme for your elective course. The pond offers a serene yet vibrant scene: blooming lotuses, playful fish, and reflections of surrounding trees create a harmonious ecosystem. Its beauty highlights the balance between nature and campus life, making it ideal for capturing ecological themes. Additionally, seasonal changes in the pond, such as lotus growth in summer and fallen leaves in autumn, provide rich opportunities to showcase biodiversity.
For the final display, I suggest organizing a photography exhibition. Students could present their works both online (via the school’s social media) and in the art gallery. This would raise environmental awareness while celebrating campus beauty. Thank you for considering my proposal!
Best regards,
Li HuaVersion 2
Dear Mr. Wilson,
I hope this email finds you well. I would like to recommend a theme for your “Campus Ecological Photography” course: “The Beauty of Spring on Campus.” This theme will allow students to capture the vibrant spring scenery, blooming flowers, and fresh greenery around our campus, developing a deeper connection with nature.
For the exhibition, I suggest showcasing the best photographs in the school hall and organizing a digital display on the school’s website. This would encourage more students to appreciate the environment and engage in photography.
Best regards,
Li Hua
47．
“Forget about making it perfect.” Ms. Alvarez’s words gently landed beside him. Hearing this, Ethan hesitated, then closed his notebook and let his fingers press into the clay with no checklist. His hands worked clumsily at first, but soon the rhythm of shaping took over, each motion less about worry and more about exploration. Halfway through, Ethan pressed too hard while shaping — the curve got a little uneven. He glanced at Ms. Alvarez, remembering her gentle voice. Just this once, he decided not to start over. Ms. Alvarez watched him, offering gentle encouragement. With her guidance, Ethan carefully placed his newly formed clay piece into the kiln.
“Now,” Ms. Alvarez said to Ethan with a smile, “let’s wait.” He stepped back from the warm glow of the kiln, a sense of quiet anticipation settling within him. It wasn’t the anxiety about perfection, but a quiet curiosity about what might emerge. When the kiln finally cooled and the pieces were revealed, Ms. Alvarez came over, pride shining in her eyes. “Beautiful work, Ethan.” “Thank you for reminding me it didn’t have to be perfect,” Ethan murmured, his lips curling into a small, relieved smile. The bowl was far from perfect. But it held its shape and was unique. For once, he didn’t feel the urge to fix it, to start over, to make it match some invisible standard. Ethan felt a strange lightness, as if the weight of all his checklists had finally lifted.
一、阅读理解
VOLUNTEERING IN SRI LANKA
Explore International Volunteer Headquarters’ exciting Sri Lanka volunteer abroad program. With affordable fees and top-rated projects trusted by over 142,000 travelers, IVHQ is the best volunteer organization in Sri Lanka.HIGHLIGHTS
·Airport pick-up, welcome session, meals and 24/7 in-country support;
·Accommodation in volunteer houses in many regions;
·A special Cultural Introduction Week available as an add-on.
PROJECTS
Childcare in Kandy·Program Fees from $390 ·Based at daycare centers Assist in under-resourced child care centers around Kandy, helping with lessons, playtime, and general tasks wherever your help is needed. Construction and Repair in Kandy·Program Fees from $390 ·Based at temples and schools Help to restore local temples and schools to their former beauty by painting and cleaning them. Learn about the local culture and see your progress in front of your eyes!
Elephant Welfare in Randeniya·Program Fees from $1020 ·Based at a reserve in Randeniya Volunteer at an elephant reserve. Help care for elephants that have been in tough working conditions and boost their physical and mental well-being. Women’s Education in Kandy·Program Fees from $390 ·Based with a local organization Assist local women from difficult backgrounds to overcome gender inequality issues and help them develop life skills in a safe environment.
IMPORTANT THINGS TO NOTE
All programs require a Registration Fee of $299 per participant in addition to the Program Fee.
Recommended spending money: Volunteers typically need $50 per week for expenses.
1．What will IVHQ volunteers enjoy
A．Travel guidance. B．Welcome gifts.
C．Free accommodation. D．Considerate services.
2．Which project may attract wildlife enthusiasts
A．Childcare in Kandy. B．Women’s Education in Kandy.
C．Elephant Welfare in Randeniya. D．Construction and Repair in Kandy.
3．What is the cost for two applicants for the Women’s Education project
A．$1,378. B．$780. C．$1,079. D．$689.
As a freelance (自由职业的) writer, the structure of my workday can often vary wildly. Sometimes, it feels as if I have too much to do — other days, too little. Yet no matter the shape of my 9 to 5, one thing remains constant: emails.
About a year ago, I found my email-checking habit had become more distracting than usual. When working on my computer, I found myself nervously checking my phone for unread emails whenever hitting a mental block. Even worse, during lunch or walks, that habit of checking would come with me, making my breaks an extension of the workday.
The little red dot on my Gmail app had become a marker of my professional image: the faster I responded, the more I was seen as reliable by my paymasters. By responding to everyone immediately, I convinced myself I could secure more work — after all, I needed to pay my electricity bills.
However, speed didn’t always mean quality. I took on too much work, not allowing myself space to reflect on the value of my output. The content machine kept running, and I was busy producing “word salad” onto the internet.
After a particularly crazy week of non-stop emailing, I deleted the email app. The difference was immediately noticeable. I began to rest better. Now, my workdays remain unpredictable, but I’ve realized that a lack of structure wouldn’t stop me from setting boundaries for myself. Uninterrupted breaks help me focus when I return to work. Taking a few hours to respond to messages — instead of just minutes — often makes no difference to the sender and allows me to digest requests properly.
I am still surviving as a freelancer in a fast-paced industry, but now I can spend my time endlessly checking my phone for Instagram stories instead.
4．How did the email-checking habit affect the author
A．It kept him extremely impatient.
B．It made him stressful and burdened.
C．It changed the structure of his work.
D．It caused him serious mental disorder.
5．Why did the author feel the need to respond to emails quickly
A．He wanted to avoid long working hours.
B．He sought high pay to cover electricity bills.
C．He thought it made him seem more trustworthy.
D．He believed multitasking ensured employment.
6．What does the author imply by mentioning “word salad” in paragraph 4
A．His productivity reached its peak.
B．His work lacked meaningful content.
C．He had difficulty working with machines.
D．He managed to balance quality and quantity.
7．What does the author learn after deleting the email app
A．Email senders prefer thoughtful replies.
B．Social media is more important than email.
C．Setting boundaries can improve work efficiency.
D．Freelancers should get used to a fast-paced lifestyle.
For more than a decade, a team of researchers have studied the dynamics of the Greenland Ice Sheet as it responds to a warming climate. But while much of their focus has been on water’s impacts on ice sheet change, their most recent research findings have overturned the order of their thinking. Meierbachtol, Harper and their team discovered that changes in the ice sheet have a real impact on the massive groundwater system underlying Greenland.
This latest discovery occurred thanks to a marriage of drilling techniques. International cooperators made an angled hole 650 meters through bedrock underneath a Greenland glacier (冰川) to measure groundwater conditions under the ice. Meanwhile, researchers drilled 32 holes from atop the glacier, through nearly a kilometer of ice, to measure water conditions at the area between ice and bedrock, which forms an important boundary controlling groundwater flow below. After drilling, the team fixed sensors in the ice column and at the ice sheet bed to measure ice dynamics and water conditions as water flows under the ice.
“By studying areas covered by ice 10,000 years ago, we have known that the huge mass and vast amounts of water from melting ice can impact the underlying groundwater,” Meierbachtol said. “It’s generally accepted that the groundwater is sleeping over decades to centuries and its response to ice sheet change is long: thousands of years. But what we’ve shown here is that it is immediate.”
This new understanding could have important subsequent effects on how Greenland’s thinning impacts the Arctic. The thinning ice could reduce the rate of groundwater flow to the ocean, changing the water temperature and salinity (盐度) balance that is important for ocean circulation (循环) patterns. “In thinking about the complex feedbacks from Greenland’s ongoing change, we have really ignored the groundwater component,” Harper said.
8．How do the researchers feel about the result of the recent study
A．Surprised. B．Doubtful. C．Satisfied. D．Disappointed.
9．What contributes most to the new research about the Greenland Ice Sheet
A．Joint efforts from global experts.
B．Advanced sensors tracking ice dynamics.
C．Ideal bedrock stability for measurements.
D．A combination of two drilling approaches.
10．What is a misunderstanding of the groundwater under glaciers
A．Its component is complex.
B．It is inactive for a long time.
C．It has a very large volume.
D．Its temperature is changeable.
11．What does the text mainly talk about
A．Long-lasting effects of global warming on the Arctic.
B．Water impacts on the Greenland’s permanent ice sheet.
C．Newly discovered groundwater resources in Greenland.
D．Greenland’s groundwater changes with thinning ice sheet.
A corn plant knows how to find water in soil with the very tips of its roots, but some varieties, including many used for developing high-output corn in the U.S., appear to have lost part of that ability, according to a Stanford-led study. With climate change increasing droughts, the findings hold potential for developing more drought-resistant varieties of corn.
The study, published in the journal Science, uncovers genetic mechanisms (遗传机制) behind “hydropatterning”, or how plant roots branch toward water and avoid dry spaces in soil. In particular, the researchers discovered that ethylene, a plant hormone (激素) known to help bananas ripen, also influences how roots grow to seek water.
For this study, the researchers developed a new, simplified way to study water sensitivity in roots. They found corn varieties adapted to hot and wet regions like Mexico were very good at making new root branches toward water and avoiding dry areas. In contrast, the varieties adapted to moderate regions of North America frequently grew roots randomly without distinguishing between dry and wet areas in the soil.
“Interestingly, the plants that are better at sensing where the water is are also making deeper root systems,” said lead author Johannes Scharwies. “One idea is that if the plant doesn’t waste time growing root branches into places where it doesn’t find any water and nutrients, then it has more energy to grow deeper down where water is more likely.”
Genetic analyses reveal two plant hormones, auxin and ethylene, play a role in how corn roots respond to water. While auxin was already known to help control this process, ethylene’s involvement was a new discovery. In experiments with thale cress — a model plant often used in research — the researchers found auxin signaling promotes root branch development toward water, while ethylene stops branching when the root is exposed to air.
Further research is needed to better understand the interaction of these genetic pathways before corn varieties can be developed with more drought-resistant root systems, but the findings highlight the significance of studying these localized responses at root tips, researchers said.
12．What is the primary focus of the Stanford-led study
A．Drought-resistant corn varieties.
B．Ethylene’s effect on fruit ripening.
C．Genetic regulation of root branching.
D．Impact of climate change on plant roots.
13．What can be inferred from Johannes Scharwies’ remarks
A．Plant hormones make a big difference to root growth.
B．Nutrients guarantee better water-seeking root systems.
C．Root branching conserves energy for higher production.
D．Stronger hydropatterning was linked to greater root depth.
14．What does paragraph 5 mainly talk about
A．Model plants in research.
B．Hormones’ role in root growth.
C．Genetic analysis methods.
D．Findings of previous research.
15．What does the last paragraph suggest future research do
A．Prioritize development of new corn varieties.
B．Work out the mechanisms of genetic interactions.
C．Concentrate merely on localized root responses.
D．Expand practical applications of hydropatterning.
Creative writing has no written formula (公式) and no strict laws. 16 Therefore, we have more freedom to express ideas, thoughts and imagination in creative writing. But it doesn’t mean creative writing needs no techniques. Follow these tips if you want to boost your creativity and improve the way you write.
Always be writing
You never know what will inspire your writing. Keep a notepad or download a notes app to your personal device so you can record any ideas you have. 17
Embrace rewriting.
Even the greatest writer rarely gets it right in the first draft. 18 Or, in some cases, start over. Storytelling and word building take a lot of time and thought, and only through rewriting will you be able to craft a version that works best.
Know your audience.
Ask yourself whether this story is for your creative writing students or a wider population. Maybe you are a novelist with a specific readership. Maybe you are an academic writer trying to break into the young adult market. 19 It’s essential to know your audience, narrow down the tone and work in ways that appeal to your target audience.
Show Don’t Tell.
This is an effective tool and a useful rule for all writers. Fiction is for entertainment, so entertain your readers! 20 Let them see, hear, feel and smell. Show them what is happening through details, facial expressions and images, rather than simply telling them.
A．Make them feel amused by your story.
B．It is all about originality and creativity.
C．Anyone can make great creative writing.
D．Give them a vivid picture of what you have created.
E．Don’t be afraid to reedit and erase what doesn’t work.
F．Don’t ignore the random ideas that pop into your head.
G．It’s rare for a piece of writing to appeal to all the people.
二、完形填空
All along, I’ve lived by others’ definitions of the “right” way.
As a kid, I was short and 21 . When I played basketball, I had to put my tiny body behind the ball and throw it underhand at the hoop (篮筐). Kids laughed and called my 22 style “grandma shot.” I looked strange, but I 23 every time. I won multiple free throw competitions using my “grandma shot”, so I 24 it. But my victories came with great 25 — I hadn’t done it the “right” way.
But did success only count if it looked the way others 26 Years later, when I closed my eyes, I recalled standing on the free throw line at 10 years old, 27 the noise, and focusing on the basket. My “grandma shot” 28 , and everyone cheered. The way I shot was odd, but it did 29 the rules.
Suddenly, I realized I’d spent my life letting the “right” way 30 my achievements. I was a freelancer (自由职业者) who doesn’t have a stable income, and I’d always felt I was doing something 31 . However, I earned scholarships, built businesses, and shaped my life with 32 steps. Now I know it’s not the 33 that matters, but the joy you find throughout the journey. There’s no one right or wrong way. 34 , there are countless paths. There’s no 35 in that — sometimes, it leads to great success.
21．A．underweight B．overconfident C．undervalued D．overambitious
22．A．careless B．powerful C．smooth D．awkward
23．A．worried B．defended C．scored D．worsened
24．A．simplified B．continued C．ignored D．blamed
25．A．gratitude B．surprise C．anger D．regret
26．A．expected B．denied C．knew D．misunderstood
27．A．covering up B．blocking out C．living with D．complaining about
28．A．mattered B．improved C．worked D．changed
29．A．follow B．break C．reshape D．set
30．A．record B．celebrate C．cloud D．spotlight
31．A．flexible B．valuable C．normal D．wrong
32．A．curious B．risky C．random D．unique
33．A．wealth B．approach C．goal D．result
34．A．However B．Instead C．Additionally D．Similarly
35．A．sense B．meaning C．shame D．confusion
三、语法填空
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The Dongjiang River in southern China provides drinking water for 40 million people, including those in Hong Kong and rural areas. However, this vital resource had become 36 (critical) threatened by sewage (污水). With continuous pollutant emissions, it no longer qualifies 37 a safe source of drinking water.
To address this challenge, a nature-inspired system which harmonizes 38 (engineer) practices and nature’s wisdom was put into place. This system, which 39 (function)similarly to wetlands in purifying water, is low both in cost and maintenance. These artificial ecosystems, 40 pollutants are absorbed and broken down, are highly pared to conventional methods, they are much 41 (efficient) in reducing pollution.
The project also provides 42 inviting habitat for local wildlife, including fish, frog and insects. Since the project began, residents 43 (see) a steady rise in the amount of wildlife in the area.
This innovation makes itself 44 (recognize) as a model of innovation in environmental conservation. By adopting nature-inspired strategies, it offers 45 (insight) solutions to preserve the local ecosystems and promote sustainable development at the same time.
四、书信写作
46．假定你是李华，学校外教Mr. Wilson下学期拟开设“校园生态摄影”的选修课，现征集课程设计建议。请你给他写邮件，内容包括：
1.推荐拍摄主题并说明理由;
2.提出作品展示方案。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Mr. Wilson,
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Best regards,
Li Hua
五、书面表达
47．阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Ethan had always lived by checklists — precise and detailed. At school, he double-checked his answers, rewrote notes in perfect handwriting, and organized his pens by size and color. But the world often refused to follow his plan. A missed question, a group project gone off track, or even a messy desk could send him into hours of self-blame.
During a school event, he was struck by what was advertised on the poster of a pottery class, “Join us. Create, relax, and just be yourself.” He eagerly signed up, hoping it might ease the anxiety that had wrapped him around for long.
On the first day of their pottery workshop, Ethan arrived earlier, and spent almost an hour arranging and rearranging all the tools, the wheel, carving knives, brushes, and measuring cups... He carefully lined them up like surgical instruments. He had even watched twelve instructional videos the night before, determined to get everything right. Yet somehow, his third attempt at a simple bowl that day still exploded in the kiln (窑).
Maybe the shape was not right, Ethan thought. Ms. Alvarez, their instructor, approached Ethan and said with a warm smile, “Beginner’s tip. Don’t worry about making it perfect.” Ethan froze. The word “Perfect” hung in the air, sharp and cold. He wanted to explain, to say that “perfect” was the only way he knew how to feel safe. But the words stayed inside.
Around him, the others were making uneven (歪歪扭扭的) bowls and plates with funny-looking curves. Some were even laughing at their own “disasters”. No one seemed to mind getting it wrong. Ethan looked down at his hands, still lightly dusted with clay (黏土). For a moment, he just stared, and then realized maybe “not being perfect” wasn’t as scary as he had always thought. He let out a small, hesitant smile, turned back to the soft clay on his table, and began shaping it — ready for a fourth attempt.
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。
“Forget about making it perfect.” Ms. Alvarez’s words gently landed beside him.
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“Now,” Ms. Alvarez said to Ethan with a smile, “let’s wait.”
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参考答案
1．D 2．C 3．A
4．B 5．C 6．B 7．C
8．A 9．D 10．B 11．D
12．C 13．D 14．B 15．B
16．B 17．F 18．E 19．G 20．D
21．A 22．D 23．C 24．B 25．D 26．A 27．B 28．C 29．A 30．C 31．D 32．D 33．B 34．B 35．C
36．critically 37．as 38．engineering 39．functions 40．where 41．more efficient 42．an 43．have seen 44．recognized 45．insightful
46．Version 1
Dear Mr. Wilson,
I’d like to recommend the lotus pond on campus as a key theme for your elective course. The pond offers a serene yet vibrant scene: blooming lotuses, playful fish, and reflections of surrounding trees create a harmonious ecosystem. Its beauty highlights the balance between nature and campus life, making it ideal for capturing ecological themes. Additionally, seasonal changes in the pond, such as lotus growth in summer and fallen leaves in autumn, provide rich opportunities to showcase biodiversity.
For the final display, I suggest organizing a photography exhibition. Students could present their works both online (via the school’s social media) and in the art gallery. This would raise environmental awareness while celebrating campus beauty. Thank you for considering my proposal!
Best regards,
Li HuaVersion 2
Dear Mr. Wilson,
I hope this email finds you well. I would like to recommend a theme for your “Campus Ecological Photography” course: “The Beauty of Spring on Campus.” This theme will allow students to capture the vibrant spring scenery, blooming flowers, and fresh greenery around our campus, developing a deeper connection with nature.
For the exhibition, I suggest showcasing the best photographs in the school hall and organizing a digital display on the school’s website. This would encourage more students to appreciate the environment and engage in photography.
Best regards,
Li Hua
47．
“Forget about making it perfect.” Ms. Alvarez’s words gently landed beside him. Hearing this, Ethan hesitated, then closed his notebook and let his fingers press into the clay with no checklist. His hands worked clumsily at first, but soon the rhythm of shaping took over, each motion less about worry and more about exploration. Halfway through, Ethan pressed too hard while shaping — the curve got a little uneven. He glanced at Ms. Alvarez, remembering her gentle voice. Just this once, he decided not to start over. Ms. Alvarez watched him, offering gentle encouragement. With her guidance, Ethan carefully placed his newly formed clay piece into the kiln.
“Now,” Ms. Alvarez said to Ethan with a smile, “let’s wait.” He stepped back from the warm glow of the kiln, a sense of quiet anticipation settling within him. It wasn’t the anxiety about perfection, but a quiet curiosity about what might emerge. When the kiln finally cooled and the pieces were revealed, Ms. Alvarez came over, pride shining in her eyes. “Beautiful work, Ethan.” “Thank you for reminding me it didn’t have to be perfect,” Ethan murmured, his lips curling into a small, relieved smile. The bowl was far from perfect. But it held its shape and was unique. For once, he didn’t feel the urge to fix it, to start over, to make it match some invisible standard. Ethan felt a strange lightness, as if the weight of all his checklists had finally lifted.
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