江西省南昌市2026届高三上学期开学9月测试英语试卷
第一部分 听力 （共两节，满分30分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节 （共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例: How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是答案C。
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What will the woman probably do next
A. Buy a battery. B. Visit a bank. C. Charge her laptop.
2. Where is the man heading
A. The city museum. B. The central library. C. The science building.
3. Why does Henry ask for leave
A. To see a doctor. B. To attend a wedding. C. To take a test.
4. What does the woman think of the market
A. The opening hours were short.
B. The prices were unreasonable.
C. The live music was not good.
5. What does Luke worry about
A. The total expense. B. A training course. C. His personal safety.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A 、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What is the problem
A. The final bill was wrong.
B. The concert stamp was missing.
C. The parking ticket was damaged.
7. How much should the man pay
A.$4. B.$8. C.$10.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Fellow workers. B. Former schoolmates. C. Family relatives.
9. What do we learn about Alice
A. She is furthering her studies.
B. She is working in a library.
C. She is dining with Ben.
10. What will they most likely order
A. Iced tea. B. New juice. C. Black coffee.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What does the man say about funny short videos
A. They are full of ads.
B. They are getting much longer.
C. They are becoming less creative.
12. What kind of short videos does the woman like
A. Skill-teaching videos. B. Joke-telling videos. C. Dance-performing videos.
13. How does the man expect short videos to be
A. Entertaining. B. Relaxing. C. Inspiring.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. Who is Jane
A. A program host. B. A garden organizer. C. A student volunteer.
15. What do the student volunteers do in the garden
A. Grow their own vegetables.
B. Take care of the public areas.
C. Interview the local residents.
16. What benefit do senior residents get from the program
A. Lessons on soil preparation.
B. Help with using new technology.
C. More time for their hobbies.
17 What is the main goal of the community garden
A. To offer professional training.
B. To promote lifelong learning.
C. To strengthen the community bond.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What is the reason for the project “Fading Away”
A. The rapid city development,
B. The unseen wildlife loss.
C. The polluted local rivers.
19. What is special about the paint
A. It reacts to heat. B. It shines at night. C. It disappears in water.
20. What does the success of this project indicate
A Art can inspire community action.
B. Environmental problems are solvable.
C. The local government should support artists.
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A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Shared mobility: Making travel easier for all
In major cities across Europe and the US, shared bikes and cars seem to be everywhere. Yet for disabled, elderly, low-income individuals, or those without a smartphone or credit card, these services are practically out of reach. Such services tend to gather in wealthy urban areas, leaving users largely young, wealthy, and able-bodied.
Shared mobility could be a key part of a more sustainable transportation system. But to be most effective, it needs to include everyone. For-profit shared mobility providers have largely failed to deliver on this, but various initiatives and projects are finding creative solutions to reach under-served communities.
●Buffalo’s E-Bike Library: Organizes training, group rides and educational events to familiarize people with cycling culture and safety, with 71% of members being first-time riders.
●Mobitwin’s car-share service: Prioritizes email-and phone-based bookings over apps to extend reach to a wider share of the population lacking digital literacy, helping them access the service more easily.
● U. S. bike-sharing policy: Provides fare reductions for low-income groups, with cash payment options and non-smartphone access as key measures to broaden adoption, which has shown promise in increasing the use of shared bikes while decreasing the use of personal vehicles.
●Graz’s car-share initiatives: Add wheelchair-accessible vehicles, child seats, and station-based booking to suit diverse users’ trip-chaining needs, such as mid-route pickups and multi-destination trips.
The future of shared mobility relies on making inclusive design a top priority. As Esen K se, project manager at Mpact, puts it, “It’s about starting with people’s needs.”
1. What is the percentage gap between lower and higher income users in Barrier 1
A. 3%. B. 16%. C. 26%. D. 71%.
2. Which solution targets Barrier 2
A. Buffalo’s E-Bike Library. B. Graz’s car-share initiatives.
C U. S. bike-sharing policy. D. Mobitwin’s car-share service.
3. What will shape the future of shared mobility according to Esen K se
A. Tech-based priority. B. Charity-run initiatives.
C. Profit-driven providers. D. User-centered accessibility.
B
You don’t have to be rich to travel well. For my husband and I, this rings especially true: he’s retired early and I work part-time as an editor, which gives us plenty of time and freedom but not much in the way of funds. We’ve happily chosen free time over money, yet we love to travel, and travel usually costs a lot. Still, we’ve managed to take a lot of affordable trips by house trading.
House trading isn’t the same as Airbnb or renting a room in someone’s home: there’s no exchange of money, no check-in desks or strict rules, which makes it feel more like staying as guests in each other’s houses. Living in someone else’s space builds a unique closeness — admiring their bookshelf picks, the way they arrange potted plants, or family photos on the fridge turns virtual strangers into familiar faces. We’ve even grown repeat trades into real friendships.
On our very first trade, our partner welcomed us with a bottle of wine and some cheese in the fridge, and we’ve kept that gracious tradition going with our own “guests”. Since then, we’ve encountered all kinds of thoughtful acts — from the young couple who left the keys in their mailbox along with a note that said “Enjoy!” to the family who provided piles of maps, brochures, and local restaurant menus. With these small “insider” tips, we don’t just visit a city — we slip into its daily flow, free from the rush of moving from one landmark to another.
Yes, house trading did begin with our desire to travel on the cheap, but it’s become so much more than just a way to save money. It let us get glimpses of places we might never have explored otherwise, grew our belief in the warmth of strangers, and confirmed our decision to choose a lifestyle that values time over money. We all learned to share by the time we were in kindergarten, right It’s not too late to rediscover that simple truth on a whole new level.
4. What first made the author try house trading
A. To reduce travel expenses. B. To earn retirement funds.
C. To upgrade accommodations. D. To meet interesting people.
5. What is the feature of house trading
A. It involves money exchange. B. It offers long-term stay.
C. It creates personal connection. D. It ensures hotel-like service.
6. Why does the author mention hosts’ thoughtful acts
A. To suggest travel tips. B. To show local customs.
C. To instruct hosting skills. D. To highlight special gains.
7. What message does the author convey in the last paragraph
A. Trust requires shared values. B. Sharing bears lasting worth.
C. Budget travel cuts living costs. D. Early habits shape adulthood.
C
Can you pass me the whatchamacallit It’s right over there next to the thingamajig. Many of us encounter the “tip-of-the-tongue” phenomenon or word-finding difficulties in our daily lives. And it usually becomes more noticeable with age.
Frequent difficulty finding the right word was often regarded as an early sign of Alzheimer’s (阿尔茨海默病) disease. However, a recent study from the University of Toronto suggests that it’s the speed of speech, rather than the difficulty in finding words that is a more accurate indicator of brain health in older adults.
The researchers asked 125 healthy adults, aged 18 to 90, to describe a scene in detail. Recordings of these descriptions were subsequently analyzed by AI software to analyze features such as speed of talking, duration of pauses between words, and the variety of words used. Participants also completed a standard set of tests that measure concentration, thinking speed, and the ability to plan and carry out tasks. It is found that age-related decline in decision-making abilities was closely linked to a slower speaking pace, suggesting a broader decline than just difficulty in finding the right word.
The study also employed a picture-naming task, where participants were shown pictures of everyday objects while being played a recording of a word, either a meaning-related one (making picture-naming harder) or a sound-similar one (making it somewhat easier). Interestingly, the study showed that older adults who spoke more slowly in general were also slower at naming these pictures. Notably, this highlights the potential of speech rate changes as a significant yet subtle marker of cognitive (认知的) health that could aid in identifying people at risk before more severe symptoms become apparent.
While this study lays valuable groundwork for future research, its reliance on picture-based word tasks falls short of grasping the essence of real-world language use. As such, a target for subsequent studies should be integrating more naturalistic language patterns to gain deeper insights into cognitive health.
8. What does the underlined part “tip-of-the-tongue” mean in the text
A. A common reason for slower speech rates. B. A temporary inability to recall familiar words.
C. A medical term for elderly language disorders. D. A new method to recollect words from memory.
9. What does a slower speech pace suggest about brain function
A. It signals a general cognitive decline. B. It indicates specific word memory loss.
C. It shows a slowdown in verbal fluency. D. It implies a lack of sustained concentration.
10. What is the significance of this research
A. Highlighting AI’s role in speech analysis. B. Enabling early cure for cognitive decline.
C. Developing word association approaches. D. Proposing new signs to monitor brain health.
11. What will follow-up studies focus on
A. Improving picture-based word tasks. B. Exploring everyday speech samples.
C. Studying word-finding difficulty patterns. D. Designing new cognitive assessment tools.
D
Methane (甲烷) has spread into the atmosphere through leaks from rice fields, landfills, dairy farms and coal mines, becoming a hidden driver behind near-term global warming. Though short-lived in the atmosphere for just 7-12 years, methane traps much more heat than CO . Cutting its emissions (排放) is therefore a key route to slowing near-term warming of the climate, especially as these emissions have been increasing recently.
New research suggests that a specially grown methane-eating bacteria (细菌) called methanotrophs may offer a solution to control these methane leaks. Originally found in a lake in Russia, these tiny organisms work by “eating” methane. When air with methane flows through a large container holding the bacteria, they turn the methane into proteins, which will be harvested and sold for animal feed. While this does release small amounts of greenhouse gas, the net effect is less warming power in the air. Tests show they could reduce methane by 60 to 80 percent in air that has been treated.
Lidstrom and her colleagues at the University of Washington have been working to improve the bacteria’s ability to harvest methane even at relatively low levels. “Since existing bacteria are designed by nature to carry out this work, the vision is to use this inborn ability as a flexible technology worldwide,” says Mary Lidstrom. “Once it becomes profitable, this solution can grow to handle millions of tons of methane every year, providing a nature-based solution to reducing methane in the atmosphere,” she adds. It’s an exciting approach, but she warns that this method is not a silver bullet for all methane emissions.
Still, the potential is significant: when expanded, it could remove 24 million tonnes of CO equals by mid-century. Similar work by Canada’s Lisa Stein, who uses methanotrophs in wetlands, highlights the broader promise. “Methanotrophs have huge potential to address real-world methane emissions,” she notes, with a landfill pilot and an agricultural trial set to roll out this year to build on that progress.
12. Why is methane’s nature highlighted in the first paragraph
A. To detail its human-related sources. B. To explain its short-lived consequences.
C. To show the urgency of its reduction. D. To emphasize its uncommon existence.
13. How do methanotrophs work
A. They harvest methane for animal feed. B. They remove CO from the atmosphere.
C. They transform methane into protein. D. They absorb methane as an energy source.
14. What does “not a silver bullet” imply in paragraph 3
A. It is not a universal fix for every case. B. It fails to reduce methane emissions.
C. Its efficiency isn’t proven by field tests. D. Its long-term effects remain unknown.
15. Which can be a suitable title for the text
A. Bacteria: A Source of Methane Feed. B. CO : A Less Harmful Greenhouse Gas.
C. Methane: A Global Warming Hidden Threat. D. Methanotrophs: A Prospective Methane Treatment.
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Finding My True Path
My journey began with struggle. After graduating with psychology and art degrees, I expected to become a psychologist or artist. ___16___ Holding two degrees, I realized I was exhausted from forcing myself into roles that never fit — like wearing shoes two sizes too small.
___17___ I came to accept my stress limits after repeated burnout. Albert Einstein’s words hit hard: expecting different results from repeated failures is unwise. I stopped wasting energy on unsustainable paths I didn’t truly want. My compass reset: Only pursue what I can sustain and truly value.
It was during this period of reflection that a long-buried passion quietly resurfaced — writing. When I shared this with Elena, an artist friend, her eyes lit up. “True passion turns discipline into joy, never duty.” she emphasized. ___18___ I realized true passion is written in the soul; when accepted, regular practice flows naturally, becoming the true path to mastery.
Fueled by this clarity, I took concrete steps. I carved out precious, daily writing time, starting small and manageable. ___19___ Then came the real test: when a high-paying job demanded overtime that would steal my writing time, I firmly declined. It wasn’t sacrifice (牺牲); it was claiming my truth. I wrote with focus I never knew in offices.
Making space for what mattered transformed everything. Regular writing brought peace and direction. Though money remains a necessity, working with passion unlocks hidden doors within. Purpose isn’t found in distant dreams. ___20___ When you swim in the right direction, the stream of life will carry you where you’re meant to be.
A. These words struck me deeply.
B. This requires exceptional talent.
C. It grows through daily chosen actions.
D. Years of exhaustion became my wake-up call.
E. I landed a dream job as a school mental health adviser.
F. This meant a daily routine of putting down 500 words.
G. The reality was years of bouncing from one office job to another.
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。
Bonnie forever remembered her mother’s kindness through the handmade sweaters Bonnie grew up in. That same warmth extended beyond their home — her mother often volunteered to ____21____ clothes for the needy. Every stitch (针脚) witnessed her mother’s ____22____ to the community. When an accident claimed her mother’s ____23____, Bonnie felt something was missing in her heart.
While sorting through her late mother’s belongings, Bonnie found an ____24____ sweater labeled with “Bonnie”. Her heart ached the instant she recognized its ____25____. The warmth of her mother’s sweaters urged her not to cast it aside. ____26____ to finish it, she searched for solutions online and ____27____ on Loose Ends, a nonprofit ____28____ partly finished projects with skilled volunteer knitters (编织者).
Through Loose Ends, Bonnie was linked to a nearby ____29____ Anna, who took great pleasure in ____30____ her mother’s work. Anna spent weeks knitting into the small hours and ____31____ to finish the project. When the sweater was passed to her, Bonnie threw her arms around it, jumping at the chance to ____32____ with her mother across time.
Hugging the finished piece, Bonnie realized the beauty and ____33____ in the finisher’s rhythm of knitting. It’s not just about being kind, but about making sure people have ____34____ objects they can hug when missing someone. For Bonnie, holding that completed sweater finally filled the emptiness in her heart with genuine ____35____.
21. A. store B. buy C. sew D. wash
22. A. reaction B. commitment C. adjustment D. promise
23. A. possessions B. damages C. freedom D. life
24. A. unrepaired B. unpacked C. unfolded D. uncompleted
25. A. influence B. intention C. history D. choice
26. A. Determined B. Astonished C. Curious D. Confused
27. A. commented B. relied C. chanced D. reflected
28. A. replacing B. matching C. comparing D. rewarding
29. A. coworker B. shopkeeper C. teacher D. finisher
30. A. looking into B. preparing for C. taking over D. figuring out
31. A. managed B. pretended C. happened D. offered
32. A. argue B. compete C. engage D. negotiate
33. A. courage B. challenge C. profit D. value
34. A. well-documented B. on-trend C. physical D. complex
35. A. warmth B. truth C. depth D. growth
第二节 （共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Wu Man, an ____36____ (impress) pipa player, recently performed in Beijing, presenting tunes based on ancient scores discovered within the Mogao Caves at Dunhuang, a UNESCO World Heritage site which ____37____ (house) invaluable cultural treasures and receives millions of visitors every year.
The original pipa scores date back to the Tang Dynasty, a period widely ____38____ (acknowledge) as China’s cultural golden age. Unlike modern music language, the ancient scores employ special symbols to show how the pipa should be played. Performing them is ____39____ (incredible) challenging and requires deep knowledge of old Chinese music and its history.
With a strong responsibility to preserve this cultural treasure, Wu Man spent three years making her new album. She carefully studied various versions of the 25 Dunhuang scores translated by scholars. She stays true to these interpretations in her performance while ____40____ (add) her own artistic expression, breathing new life ____41____ the ancient works. Drawing inspiration from the old scores, seven new pipa pieces created by her are also featured in ____42____ album. This shows her skill in connecting past traditions with modern music.
For Wu Man, ____43____ career has highlighted the pipa’s artistic beauty and ____44____ (flexible), this project forms an essential chapter. ____45____ matters most to her is that each generation rediscovers the cultural roots through this music.
第四部分 写作 （共两节，满分40分）
第一节 （满分15分）
46. 校英文报正在举办征文活动，请同学们用一个关键词描述自己过去一年中最珍贵的回忆。请你写一篇短文投稿。内容包括：
1.选择的关键词；
2.选择的理由。
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。
If I have to use a word to define my previous year, it will be growth.
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二节 （满分25分）
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。
For years, my family hadn’t had a proper vacation, our lives consumed by busy schedules. This year, I was determined to plan a perfect getaway. My research led me to The Manor, a grand, historic hotel. As I studied a local tourist brochure, I saw it listed the hotel’s main attractions — an award-winning restaurant and a grand lighthouse. Simple activities like walking coastal paths and searching for unique sea glass were also mentioned. For this special vacation, I focused only on what I considered the best experiences. A simple walk on the beach We could do that anywhere. I wanted the lighthouse climb and the luxury of a fancy dinner.
Just before we left, my father gave me a hug. “Remember,” he said softly, “we can’t control the circumstances, but we can always choose our attitude.” I thought of how he always managed to turn rainy days into opportunities for simple games, finding joy no matter what. I smiled, but confident in my mind that our trip would be so perfect that we would never need his wisdom.
Unfortunately, our journey began with an unexpected storm. A steady, cold rain poured down so heavily that we could barely see the landscape outside our car. Arriving at the hotel, our hopes for an afternoon swim were greeted by a sign on the locked pool door: “Closed for Renovation (翻修)”. Our next thought, a drink at the hotel bar, was met with another sign: “Closed on Mondays”. Defeated, we went to bed early, pinning all our remaining hopes on visiting the lighthouse the next morning.
The following day, the sky was still gray and cold, but at least the rain had softened. We drove to the lighthouse, our spirits lifting as we saw the grand structure rising before us. From the parking lot, we could see a small, unmarked path winding through the tall grass into the distance, but our focus was entirely on the lighthouse. “The view from the top will be amazing!” I shouted. I ran from the car to the gate, ready to start the climb. My heart sank as I read the large, metal sign posted there: CLOSED FORRENOVATIONS.
注意：1.所续写短文的词数应为150左右；
2.续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好。
Paragraph 1: I turned and looked at my husband in disbelief.
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Paragraph 2: The path led to a silent beach.
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答案版
2025年高三年级九月测试
英 语
第一部分 听力 （共两节，满分30分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节 （共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例: How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是答案C。
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What will the woman probably do next
A. Buy a battery. B. Visit a bank. C. Charge her laptop.
2. Where is the man heading
A. The city museum. B. The central library. C. The science building.
3. Why does Henry ask for leave
A. To see a doctor. B. To attend a wedding. C. To take a test.
4. What does the woman think of the market
A. The opening hours were short.
B. The prices were unreasonable.
C. The live music was not good.
5. What does Luke worry about
A. The total expense. B. A training course. C. His personal safety.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A 、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What is the problem
A. The final bill was wrong.
B. The concert stamp was missing.
C. The parking ticket was damaged.
7. How much should the man pay
A.$4. B.$8. C.$10.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Fellow workers. B. Former schoolmates. C. Family relatives.
9. What do we learn about Alice
A. She is furthering her studies.
B. She is working in a library.
C. She is dining with Ben.
10. What will they most likely order
A. Iced tea. B. New juice. C. Black coffee.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What does the man say about funny short videos
A. They are full of ads.
B. They are getting much longer.
C. They are becoming less creative.
12. What kind of short videos does the woman like
A. Skill-teaching videos. B. Joke-telling videos. C. Dance-performing videos.
13. How does the man expect short videos to be
A. Entertaining. B. Relaxing. C. Inspiring.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. Who is Jane
A. A program host. B. A garden organizer. C. A student volunteer.
15. What do the student volunteers do in the garden
A. Grow their own vegetables.
B. Take care of the public areas.
C. Interview the local residents.
16. What benefit do senior residents get from the program
A. Lessons on soil preparation.
B. Help with using new technology.
C. More time for their hobbies.
17 What is the main goal of the community garden
A. To offer professional training.
B. To promote lifelong learning.
C. To strengthen the community bond.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What is the reason for the project “Fading Away”
A. The rapid city development,
B. The unseen wildlife loss.
C. The polluted local rivers.
19. What is special about the paint
A. It reacts to heat. B. It shines at night. C. It disappears in water.
20. What does the success of this project indicate
A Art can inspire community action.
B. Environmental problems are solvable.
C. The local government should support artists.
听力答案：1-10 CCBAC ABBAC 11-20 CACAB BCBAA
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A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Shared mobility: Making travel easier for all
In major cities across Europe and the US, shared bikes and cars seem to be everywhere. Yet for disabled, elderly, low-income individuals, or those without a smartphone or credit card, these services are practically out of reach. Such services tend to gather in wealthy urban areas, leaving users largely young, wealthy, and able-bodied.
Shared mobility could be a key part of a more sustainable transportation system. But to be most effective, it needs to include everyone. For-profit shared mobility providers have largely failed to deliver on this, but various initiatives and projects are finding creative solutions to reach under-served communities.
●Buffalo’s E-Bike Library: Organizes training, group rides and educational events to familiarize people with cycling culture and safety, with 71% of members being first-time riders.
●Mobitwin’s car-share service: Prioritizes email-and phone-based bookings over apps to extend reach to a wider share of the population lacking digital literacy, helping them access the service more easily.
● U. S. bike-sharing policy: Provides fare reductions for low-income groups, with cash payment options and non-smartphone access as key measures to broaden adoption, which has shown promise in increasing the use of shared bikes while decreasing the use of personal vehicles.
●Graz’s car-share initiatives: Add wheelchair-accessible vehicles, child seats, and station-based booking to suit diverse users’ trip-chaining needs, such as mid-route pickups and multi-destination trips.
The future of shared mobility relies on making inclusive design a top priority. As Esen K se, project manager at Mpact, puts it, “It’s about starting with people’s needs.”
1. What is the percentage gap between lower and higher income users in Barrier 1
A. 3%. B. 16%. C. 26%. D. 71%.
2. Which solution targets Barrier 2
A. Buffalo’s E-Bike Library. B. Graz’s car-share initiatives.
C U. S. bike-sharing policy. D. Mobitwin’s car-share service.
3. What will shape the future of shared mobility according to Esen K se
A. Tech-based priority. B. Charity-run initiatives.
C. Profit-driven providers. D. User-centered accessibility.
【答案】1. B 2. C 3. D
B
You don’t have to be rich to travel well. For my husband and I, this rings especially true: he’s retired early and I work part-time as an editor, which gives us plenty of time and freedom but not much in the way of funds. We’ve happily chosen free time over money, yet we love to travel, and travel usually costs a lot. Still, we’ve managed to take a lot of affordable trips by house trading.
House trading isn’t the same as Airbnb or renting a room in someone’s home: there’s no exchange of money, no check-in desks or strict rules, which makes it feel more like staying as guests in each other’s houses. Living in someone else’s space builds a unique closeness — admiring their bookshelf picks, the way they arrange potted plants, or family photos on the fridge turns virtual strangers into familiar faces. We’ve even grown repeat trades into real friendships.
On our very first trade, our partner welcomed us with a bottle of wine and some cheese in the fridge, and we’ve kept that gracious tradition going with our own “guests”. Since then, we’ve encountered all kinds of thoughtful acts — from the young couple who left the keys in their mailbox along with a note that said “Enjoy!” to the family who provided piles of maps, brochures, and local restaurant menus. With these small “insider” tips, we don’t just visit a city — we slip into its daily flow, free from the rush of moving from one landmark to another.
Yes, house trading did begin with our desire to travel on the cheap, but it’s become so much more than just a way to save money. It let us get glimpses of places we might never have explored otherwise, grew our belief in the warmth of strangers, and confirmed our decision to choose a lifestyle that values time over money. We all learned to share by the time we were in kindergarten, right It’s not too late to rediscover that simple truth on a whole new level.
4. What first made the author try house trading
A. To reduce travel expenses. B. To earn retirement funds.
C. To upgrade accommodations. D. To meet interesting people.
5. What is the feature of house trading
A. It involves money exchange. B. It offers long-term stay.
C. It creates personal connection. D. It ensures hotel-like service.
6. Why does the author mention hosts’ thoughtful acts
A. To suggest travel tips. B. To show local customs.
C. To instruct hosting skills. D. To highlight special gains.
7. What message does the author convey in the last paragraph
A. Trust requires shared values. B. Sharing bears lasting worth.
C. Budget travel cuts living costs. D. Early habits shape adulthood.
【答案】4. A 5. C 6. D 7. B
C
Can you pass me the whatchamacallit It’s right over there next to the thingamajig. Many of us encounter the “tip-of-the-tongue” phenomenon or word-finding difficulties in our daily lives. And it usually becomes more noticeable with age.
Frequent difficulty finding the right word was often regarded as an early sign of Alzheimer’s (阿尔茨海默病) disease. However, a recent study from the University of Toronto suggests that it’s the speed of speech, rather than the difficulty in finding words that is a more accurate indicator of brain health in older adults.
The researchers asked 125 healthy adults, aged 18 to 90, to describe a scene in detail. Recordings of these descriptions were subsequently analyzed by AI software to analyze features such as speed of talking, duration of pauses between words, and the variety of words used. Participants also completed a standard set of tests that measure concentration, thinking speed, and the ability to plan and carry out tasks. It is found that age-related decline in decision-making abilities was closely linked to a slower speaking pace, suggesting a broader decline than just difficulty in finding the right word.
The study also employed a picture-naming task, where participants were shown pictures of everyday objects while being played a recording of a word, either a meaning-related one (making picture-naming harder) or a sound-similar one (making it somewhat easier). Interestingly, the study showed that older adults who spoke more slowly in general were also slower at naming these pictures. Notably, this highlights the potential of speech rate changes as a significant yet subtle marker of cognitive (认知的) health that could aid in identifying people at risk before more severe symptoms become apparent.
While this study lays valuable groundwork for future research, its reliance on picture-based word tasks falls short of grasping the essence of real-world language use. As such, a target for subsequent studies should be integrating more naturalistic language patterns to gain deeper insights into cognitive health.
8. What does the underlined part “tip-of-the-tongue” mean in the text
A. A common reason for slower speech rates. B. A temporary inability to recall familiar words.
C. A medical term for elderly language disorders. D. A new method to recollect words from memory.
9. What does a slower speech pace suggest about brain function
A. It signals a general cognitive decline. B. It indicates specific word memory loss.
C. It shows a slowdown in verbal fluency. D. It implies a lack of sustained concentration.
10. What is the significance of this research
A. Highlighting AI’s role in speech analysis. B. Enabling early cure for cognitive decline.
C. Developing word association approaches. D. Proposing new signs to monitor brain health.
11. What will follow-up studies focus on
A. Improving picture-based word tasks. B. Exploring everyday speech samples.
C. Studying word-finding difficulty patterns. D. Designing new cognitive assessment tools.
【答案】8. B 9. A 10. D 11. B
D
Methane (甲烷) has spread into the atmosphere through leaks from rice fields, landfills, dairy farms and coal mines, becoming a hidden driver behind near-term global warming. Though short-lived in the atmosphere for just 7-12 years, methane traps much more heat than CO . Cutting its emissions (排放) is therefore a key route to slowing near-term warming of the climate, especially as these emissions have been increasing recently.
New research suggests that a specially grown methane-eating bacteria (细菌) called methanotrophs may offer a solution to control these methane leaks. Originally found in a lake in Russia, these tiny organisms work by “eating” methane. When air with methane flows through a large container holding the bacteria, they turn the methane into proteins, which will be harvested and sold for animal feed. While this does release small amounts of greenhouse gas, the net effect is less warming power in the air. Tests show they could reduce methane by 60 to 80 percent in air that has been treated.
Lidstrom and her colleagues at the University of Washington have been working to improve the bacteria’s ability to harvest methane even at relatively low levels. “Since existing bacteria are designed by nature to carry out this work, the vision is to use this inborn ability as a flexible technology worldwide,” says Mary Lidstrom. “Once it becomes profitable, this solution can grow to handle millions of tons of methane every year, providing a nature-based solution to reducing methane in the atmosphere,” she adds. It’s an exciting approach, but she warns that this method is not a silver bullet for all methane emissions.
Still, the potential is significant: when expanded, it could remove 24 million tonnes of CO equals by mid-century. Similar work by Canada’s Lisa Stein, who uses methanotrophs in wetlands, highlights the broader promise. “Methanotrophs have huge potential to address real-world methane emissions,” she notes, with a landfill pilot and an agricultural trial set to roll out this year to build on that progress.
12. Why is methane’s nature highlighted in the first paragraph
A. To detail its human-related sources. B. To explain its short-lived consequences.
C. To show the urgency of its reduction. D. To emphasize its uncommon existence.
13. How do methanotrophs work
A. They harvest methane for animal feed. B. They remove CO from the atmosphere.
C. They transform methane into protein. D. They absorb methane as an energy source.
14. What does “not a silver bullet” imply in paragraph 3
A. It is not a universal fix for every case. B. It fails to reduce methane emissions.
C. Its efficiency isn’t proven by field tests. D. Its long-term effects remain unknown.
15. Which can be a suitable title for the text
A. Bacteria: A Source of Methane Feed. B. CO : A Less Harmful Greenhouse Gas.
C. Methane: A Global Warming Hidden Threat. D. Methanotrophs: A Prospective Methane Treatment.
【答案】12. C 13. C 14. A 15. D
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Finding My True Path
My journey began with struggle. After graduating with psychology and art degrees, I expected to become a psychologist or artist. ___16___ Holding two degrees, I realized I was exhausted from forcing myself into roles that never fit — like wearing shoes two sizes too small.
___17___ I came to accept my stress limits after repeated burnout. Albert Einstein’s words hit hard: expecting different results from repeated failures is unwise. I stopped wasting energy on unsustainable paths I didn’t truly want. My compass reset: Only pursue what I can sustain and truly value.
It was during this period of reflection that a long-buried passion quietly resurfaced — writing. When I shared this with Elena, an artist friend, her eyes lit up. “True passion turns discipline into joy, never duty.” she emphasized. ___18___ I realized true passion is written in the soul; when accepted, regular practice flows naturally, becoming the true path to mastery.
Fueled by this clarity, I took concrete steps. I carved out precious, daily writing time, starting small and manageable. ___19___ Then came the real test: when a high-paying job demanded overtime that would steal my writing time, I firmly declined. It wasn’t sacrifice (牺牲); it was claiming my truth. I wrote with focus I never knew in offices.
Making space for what mattered transformed everything. Regular writing brought peace and direction. Though money remains a necessity, working with passion unlocks hidden doors within. Purpose isn’t found in distant dreams. ___20___ When you swim in the right direction, the stream of life will carry you where you’re meant to be.
A. These words struck me deeply.
B. This requires exceptional talent.
C. It grows through daily chosen actions.
D. Years of exhaustion became my wake-up call.
E. I landed a dream job as a school mental health adviser.
F. This meant a daily routine of putting down 500 words.
G. The reality was years of bouncing from one office job to another.
【答案】16. G 17. D 18. A 19. F 20. C
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。
Bonnie forever remembered her mother’s kindness through the handmade sweaters Bonnie grew up in. That same warmth extended beyond their home — her mother often volunteered to ____21____ clothes for the needy. Every stitch (针脚) witnessed her mother’s ____22____ to the community. When an accident claimed her mother’s ____23____, Bonnie felt something was missing in her heart.
While sorting through her late mother’s belongings, Bonnie found an ____24____ sweater labeled with “Bonnie”. Her heart ached the instant she recognized its ____25____. The warmth of her mother’s sweaters urged her not to cast it aside. ____26____ to finish it, she searched for solutions online and ____27____ on Loose Ends, a nonprofit ____28____ partly finished projects with skilled volunteer knitters (编织者).
Through Loose Ends, Bonnie was linked to a nearby ____29____ Anna, who took great pleasure in ____30____ her mother’s work. Anna spent weeks knitting into the small hours and ____31____ to finish the project. When the sweater was passed to her, Bonnie threw her arms around it, jumping at the chance to ____32____ with her mother across time.
Hugging the finished piece, Bonnie realized the beauty and ____33____ in the finisher’s rhythm of knitting. It’s not just about being kind, but about making sure people have ____34____ objects they can hug when missing someone. For Bonnie, holding that completed sweater finally filled the emptiness in her heart with genuine ____35____.
21. A. store B. buy C. sew D. wash
22. A. reaction B. commitment C. adjustment D. promise
23. A. possessions B. damages C. freedom D. life
24. A. unrepaired B. unpacked C. unfolded D. uncompleted
25. A. influence B. intention C. history D. choice
26. A. Determined B. Astonished C. Curious D. Confused
27. A. commented B. relied C. chanced D. reflected
28. A. replacing B. matching C. comparing D. rewarding
29. A. coworker B. shopkeeper C. teacher D. finisher
30. A. looking into B. preparing for C. taking over D. figuring out
31. A. managed B. pretended C. happened D. offered
32. A. argue B. compete C. engage D. negotiate
33. A. courage B. challenge C. profit D. value
34. A. well-documented B. on-trend C. physical D. complex
35. A. warmth B. truth C. depth D. growth
【答案】21. C 22. B 23. D 24. D 25. B 26. A 27. C 28. B 29. D 30. C 31. A 32. C 33. D 34. C 35. A
第二节 （共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Wu Man, an ____36____ (impress) pipa player, recently performed in Beijing, presenting tunes based on ancient scores discovered within the Mogao Caves at Dunhuang, a UNESCO World Heritage site which ____37____ (house) invaluable cultural treasures and receives millions of visitors every year.
The original pipa scores date back to the Tang Dynasty, a period widely ____38____ (acknowledge) as China’s cultural golden age. Unlike modern music language, the ancient scores employ special symbols to show how the pipa should be played. Performing them is ____39____ (incredible) challenging and requires deep knowledge of old Chinese music and its history.
With a strong responsibility to preserve this cultural treasure, Wu Man spent three years making her new album. She carefully studied various versions of the 25 Dunhuang scores translated by scholars. She stays true to these interpretations in her performance while ____40____ (add) her own artistic expression, breathing new life ____41____ the ancient works. Drawing inspiration from the old scores, seven new pipa pieces created by her are also featured in ____42____ album. This shows her skill in connecting past traditions with modern music.
For Wu Man, ____43____ career has highlighted the pipa’s artistic beauty and ____44____ (flexible), this project forms an essential chapter. ____45____ matters most to her is that each generation rediscovers the cultural roots through this music.
【答案】36. impressive
37. houses 38. acknowledged
39. incredibly
40. adding 41. into
42. the 43. whose
44. flexibility
45 What
第四部分 写作 （共两节，满分40分）
第一节 （满分15分）
46. 校英文报正在举办征文活动，请同学们用一个关键词描述自己过去一年中最珍贵的回忆。请你写一篇短文投稿。内容包括：
1.选择的关键词；
2.选择的理由。
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。
If I have to use a word to define my previous year, it will be growth.
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【答案】If I have to use a word to define my previous year, it will be growth.
Last year has witnessed my development in many ways. Academically, I learned to think critically and solve complex problems, which was a huge step forward. Personally, by joining the school debate club, I stepped out of my comfort zone and became more confident and open-minded. Every challenge I faced was an opportunity to learn and improve, shaping me into a better version of myself.
I am sure the experience will light up my way ahead.
第二节 （满分25分）
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。
For years, my family hadn’t had a proper vacation, our lives consumed by busy schedules. This year, I was determined to plan a perfect getaway. My research led me to The Manor, a grand, historic hotel. As I studied a local tourist brochure, I saw it listed the hotel’s main attractions — an award-winning restaurant and a grand lighthouse. Simple activities like walking coastal paths and searching for unique sea glass were also mentioned. For this special vacation, I focused only on what I considered the best experiences. A simple walk on the beach We could do that anywhere. I wanted the lighthouse climb and the luxury of a fancy dinner.
Just before we left, my father gave me a hug. “Remember,” he said softly, “we can’t control the circumstances, but we can always choose our attitude.” I thought of how he always managed to turn rainy days into opportunities for simple games, finding joy no matter what. I smiled, but confident in my mind that our trip would be so perfect that we would never need his wisdom.
Unfortunately, our journey began with an unexpected storm. A steady, cold rain poured down so heavily that we could barely see the landscape outside our car. Arriving at the hotel, our hopes for an afternoon swim were greeted by a sign on the locked pool door: “Closed for Renovation (翻修)”. Our next thought, a drink at the hotel bar, was met with another sign: “Closed on Mondays”. Defeated, we went to bed early, pinning all our remaining hopes on visiting the lighthouse the next morning.
The following day, the sky was still gray and cold, but at least the rain had softened. We drove to the lighthouse, our spirits lifting as we saw the grand structure rising before us. From the parking lot, we could see a small, unmarked path winding through the tall grass into the distance, but our focus was entirely on the lighthouse. “The view from the top will be amazing!” I shouted. I ran from the car to the gate, ready to start the climb. My heart sank as I read the large, metal sign posted there: CLOSED FORRENOVATIONS.
注意：1.所续写短文的词数应为150左右；
2.续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好。
Paragraph 1: I turned and looked at my husband in disbelief.
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Paragraph 2: The path led to a silent beach.
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【答案】 Paragraph I: I turned and looked at my husband in disbelief. The grand lighthouse stood inaccessible behind the metal sign. My shoulders sank, the sting of disappointment sharp and cold in the damp air. Seeing my disappointment, he gave me a warm smile and said. “The big attractions are closed, but our adventure isn’t over.” His calm voice reminded me of my father’s advice: we can always choose our attitude. At that moment, I made a choice. I would not let a few locked doors ruin our family vacation. Taking a deep breath, I nodded toward the small path we had noticed earlier.
Paragraph 2: The path led to a silent beach. Instead of feeling disappointed by the gray weather, we took off our shoes and ran towards the waves. We had a simple walk on the beach. There we also found the colorful sea glass mentioned in the brochure. We spent the next hour like treasure hunters, laughing as we searched for the most beautiful pieces. We couldn’t change that our plans had failed, but we had changed our attitude. That simple choice gave us a more joyful and memorable day than any grand plan could have.
