长子一中2025—2026学年高二年级九月份月考英语试题
考生注意：
1．本试卷分选择题和非选择题两部分。满分150分，考试时间120分钟
2．答题前，考生务必用直径0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔将密封线内项目填写清楚。
3．考生作答时，请将答案答在答题卡上。选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上片应题目的答案标号涂黑；非选择题请用直径0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔在答题卡上各题的答题区域内作答，超出答题区域书写的答案无效，在试题卷、草稿纸上作答无效。
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．How will the man get to college today?
A．By walking. B．By riding a bus. C．By taking a car.
2．Where does the conversation probably take place?
A．At an entrance to the zoo. B．In the main zoo. C．In a theater.
3．What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A．Bill’s hairstyle. B．The woman’s hairdresser. C．A hair salon.
4．What is the relationship between the man and Mr. Ryan?
A．Classmates. B．Parent and child. C．Teacher and student.
5．What will the woman do in the afternoon?
A．Drive to the restaurant at 4:30 p. m.
B．Attend a meeting at 5:00 p. m.
C．Meet the man at 5:30 p m.
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 did Jake do at lunchtime?
A．He bought a pair of shoes. B．He went out to play sports. C．He washed his dirty sports shoes.
7．How does the woman sound?
A．Careless. B．Tired. C．Annoyed.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8．What did Robert bring back?
A．Photos. B．Apples. C．A sandwich.
9．What was Alice doing when Robert saw her?
A．She was taking photos. B．She was making food. C．She was running.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10．What is wrong with the woman’s computer?
A．It makes a strange noise. B．It always has a blue screen. C．It lacks the latest operating system.
11．What does the woman want to know?
A．The update time. B．The laptop model. C．The repair cost.
12．What does the man offer to do for the woman?
A．Give her a reasonable repair price.
B．Repair her computer today.
C．Ring her up tomorrow.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13．How often does Larry go to the gym?
A．Once a week. B．Twice a week. C．Three times a week.
14．What encouraged Larry to start working out?
A．That he wanted to be together with his friends.
B．That he needed to lose some weight.
C．That he struggled to catch a bus.
15．What kind of exercise does Larry do most?
A．Running. B．Swimming. C．Cycling.
16．How many pounds has Larry lost so far?
A．14. B．10. C．7.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17．Why does the speaker give the talk?
A．To introduce some tourist spots.
B．To appeal to tourists.
C．To offer job opportunities.
18．What is the purpose of starting this group?
A．To design travel plans. B．To lead group tours. C．To train tour guides.
19．Where can the talk be found probably?
A．In a travel magazine. B．In an online article. C．In a video on social media.
20．When was Adventure Consultants founded?
A．One week ago. B．One month ago. C．One year ago.
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和 D 四个选项中，选出最佳答案。
A
Best Parks to See Wildlife
A recent report from a vacation site listed the total number of species and sizes of several well-known national parks. Here are some of them to see the widest variety of animals.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Ohio
Number of species per square meter: 317
Located 20 miles southwest of Cleveland, Ohio, Cuyahoga Valley National Park is a mixed ecosystem of forest and wetlands sheltering a variety of animals. From the boardwalk at Beaver Marsh, watch for water-loving mammals or snapping turtles (鳄龟) that can weigh as much as 55 pounds each. More than 200 bird species live in the park.
Carlsbad Caverns National Park, New Mexico
Number of species per square meter: 286
The representative for Carlsbad Caverns is the Brazilian free-tailed bat. Every summer, hundreds of thousands of the furry, big-eared creatures live in these caves in southeastern New Mexico, attracting crowds at sunset with their spectacular out flight. The Brazilians are one of the 17 bat species that nest at Carlsbad. You might also encounter wild pigs and cave swallows.
Acadia National Park, Maine
Number of species per square meter: 242
The Atlantic Ocean meets the Maine coast at this popular park on Mount Desert Island, providing habitat for wildlife with feet and flippers (鳍状肢). From the shore, scan the water for the heads of harbor porpoises (鼠海豚) and gray seals.
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Colorado
Number of species per square meter: 219
In western Colorado, the 2, 722 feet between this park s canyon edge and the Gunnison River below support numerous wildlife habitats. Experienced climbers and hikers who adventure into the inner canyon find collared lizards and mule deer.
1. Which park has the largest number of species per square meter?
A. Acadia National Park. B. Carlsbad Caverns National Park.
C. Cuyahoga Valley National Park. D. Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
2. What can tourists do in Carlsbad Caverns National Park?
A. Watch crowds of flying bats at sunset.
B. Observe 17 swallow species nesting in the city.
C. Play with turtles weighing over 55 pounds.
D. Meet wild pigs in forests and wetlands.
3. Which of the following can be seen in Acadia National Park?
A. Cave swallows. B. Gray seals. C. Mule deer. D. Free-tailed bats.
B
At Lincoln High School, a Spanish teacher, Ms Rodriguez, has aroused (激起) students’ interest in Spanish and Latino culture through her innovative teaching methods. Despite the school’s limited resources, Ms Rodriguez always strives (努力) to keep her students engaged through creative teaching strategies and community cooperation, enhancing their cultural identity.
However, Ms Rodriguez’s teaching journey at Lincoln High School wasn’t always smooth. She found that students weren’t very interested in Spanish classes, with some thinking that learning Spanish had no practical use. Additionally, there was a cultural gap in the school, with some students lacking a sense of identity with Latino culture. Faced with these challenges, Ms Rodriguez didn’t back down. She decided to introduce interactive teaching methods like role-playing, cultural workshops, and community projects to increase student engagement.
Ms Rodriguez also worked together with the local community, inviting Latino artists, writers, and entrepreneurs to the school to share their stories, thus enhancing students’ cultural identity. She encouraged students to involve their families in language learning through homework and community activities, strengthening family interaction and cultural heritage.
Ms Rodriguez’s efforts gradually paid off. Students’ interest in Spanish classes increased significantly, and classroom participation and grades improved remarkably. The school successfully hosted several Latino cultural events, attracting participation from students and teachers across the school, thus enhancing the school’s cultural diversity. Ms Rodriguez’s efforts were also recognized by the community, and she was invited to share her teaching experiences at several educational conferences.
When asked about the secret to her success, Ms Rodriguez modestly stated that the key lies in innovative teaching methods and community cooperation. She believes that by enhancing students’ cultural identity and family involvement, their enthusiasm for learning can be aroused. In the future, she hopes to continue promoting cultural education in schools and breaking down cultural barriers.
4. How did Ms Rodriguez arouse students’ interest in Spanish and Latino culture?
A. By giving them extra homework. B. By teaching advanced students first.
C. By improving teaching ways with the new. D. By asking the school leader for more resources.
5. What did Ms Rodriguez do to enhance students’ cultural identity?
A. She gave orders to the local community. B. She invited professionals to give lectures.
C. She told many interesting Spanish stories. D. She required her family members to offer help.
6. Which is a future goal of Ms Rodriguez’s?
A. Keeping boosting cultural learning. B. Releasing the secret to her success.
C. Focusing on discovering cultural barriers. D. Writing a book about her teaching methods.
7. What can be the best title for the text?
A. The Effective Ways to Increase Students’ Studies
B. The Challenges of Ms Rodriguez’s Teaching Spanish
C. Innovative Teaching Methods at Lincoln High School
D. Ms Rodriguez’s Journey to Inspire Cultural Learning
C
With aging population getting bigger and dementia (老年痴呆症) more common, more families are struggling with a complex question: How do you support a loved one with dementia, especially when you have a full-time job and several kids?
Reg Urbanowski may have an answer to this pressing issue — robots
He and his team managed to develop a new type of robots named TP robots. Looking like stand-up vacuum cleaners (真空吸尘器) attached to an iPad, they can be activated remotely via a smartphone and guided remotely by a controller app similar to the way a mouse is used on a desktop computer. All possess audio and visual communication capabilities, allowing the operator to be “in the room” to interact with Mom or Dad.
He believes that caregivers and family members can use a TP robot to “look in” on people with mild dementia. He says, “TP robots provide an effective solution for reducing caregivers’ burden, especially for those who have career or other out-of-home activities.”
Urbanowski and his team have carried out a study that involves providing TP robots for 15 Toronto families. These robots are programmed to provide reminders of necessary daily routine like turning off the gas, taking medicine and having dinner. They will also help ensure patients are getting the exercise they need to maintain their health and well-being.
Erin Crawford, Program Director with the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba, says she has faith that TP robots will prove beneficial, particularly when it comes to reminding people with dementia to do certain things at certain times. “It means that family members that can’t be there, for whatever reason, know that those things are still happening,” she says.
8. What can we infer about TP robots from Paragraph 3?
A. It can clean the room. B. It’s easy to operate.
C. It can be used on a computer. D. It’s convenient to carry.
9. How will TP robots help those with dementia?
A. By turning off the gas for them. B. By having dinner with them.
C. By doing activities with them. D. By reminding them to take pills.
10. What’s Erin Crawford’s attitude to the future of TP robots?
A. Optimistic. B. Pessimistic. C. Unconcerned. D. Doubtful.
11. What is the main idea of the text?
A. TP robots provide a new cure for dementia.
B. Caregivers of dementia will be replaced by TP robots.
C. TP robots help to take care of dementia patients.
D. Urbanowski and his team are developing a new robot.
D
Butterflies have always captured human imagination. Their delicate wings, bright patterns, and graceful flight inspire poetry, art, and science. Beyond their beauty, butterflies play vital roles in ecosystems as pollinators (传花粉者) and as part of complex food webs. But a new climate warning has emerged.
A Yale-led global study suggests their mountain homes long thought to be butterflies’ safe havens (港湾) are becoming death zones. Climate change, once a distant threat, is now closing in fast.
The phrase “butterfly effect” describes how a small action, like a butterfly flapping its wings, can lead to large consequences like a hurricane across the world. This study shows something more disconcerting: a global storm threatening butterflies themselves.
According to the researchers, mountain habitats that once offered protection may now become population traps. These zones are warming fast. With nowhere higher to go, butterflies may run out of suitable conditions. Species adapting to cooler, narrow temperature bands will suffer most.
Even more concerning, the study points to a critical data gap. While scientists have long tracked changes in birds, mammals and plants, insects—though far more numerous—have been overlooked in global biodiversity models.
To understand how butterflies might respond to climate change, Yale ecologist Walter Jetz and entomologist Stefan Pinkert led a team of researchers. They compiled (汇编) phylogenetic and geographic data for over 12,000 butterfly species around the globe. Their work revealed that two-thirds of butterfly species live in tropical and subtropical mountains. These regions hold 3.5 times more butterfly hotspots than lowlands.
But this concentration also increases risk. Mountains are warming quickly, and species that evolved in specific temperature zones may not adapt in time. The study predicts that 64% of the suitable space used by tropical butterflies will disappear by 2070. As climate zones shift upward and shrink, many butterflies will lose their homes.
Their quiet struggle on mountain peaks is not just a story about insects. It’s a signal to humanity that time is running out.
12. What does the study suggest about mountain habitats for butterflies?
A. They provide more biodiversity.
B. They are threatening butterflies.
C. They are getting cooler and safer.
D. They are expanding their natural space.
13. What does the underlined word “disconcerting” in paragraph 3 mean?
A. Worrying. B. Inspiring. C. Disrespectful. D. Disorganized.
14. Why are insects like butterflies ignored in biodiversity models?
A. They are less important than larger species.
B. They can adapt to climate change quickly.
C. Global models focus on larger species.
D. Scientists lack interest in their survival.
15. What message do butterflies’ struggles send to humans?
A. Climate impacts are overlooked.
B. The protection of mountains need priority.
C. The “butterfly effect” causes hurricanes.
D. Urgent action should be taken to cut climate threats.
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。
People with an aesthetic (审美的) mindset tend to be highly curious, enjoy exploration, and are motivated to engage in creative activities. ___16___ It also can be used to improve the quality of life. So how to cultivate (培养) an aesthetic mindset? The following factors can help you develop it.
___17___
Curiosity is our innate desire to understand the world and a key motivator for learning in everyday life. Curiosity drives us to discover new knowledge and seek answers to new knowledge.
Seek novel and unpredictable experiences.
Novelty, or surprise, is anything that is registered as new and different to our brain. They are tuned into novel stimuli (刺激). We attend to stimuli that are different. ___18___ A novel event can be almost anything — seeing a painting for the first time, or having an unpleasant experience.
Enrich environments.
Enriched environments have the potential to dramatically change the brain. Biophilic (热爱生命的) design helps to connect with the outdoors. For example, bringing in houseplants, choosing floral prints, and using colors from nature can have a calming effect. ___19___ Such as ceiling height, light from a window, and the volume of a room.
Find your inner creativity.
___20___ These reactions are original and unique. Creativity is a willingness to leave what is known and be receptive to new ideas. Creative thinking allows us to connect information in new and meaningful ways.
A. Keep questioning.
B. Overcome your shyness.
C. Certain architectural elements can enhance creativity.
D. The experience of aesthetics can promote health and well-being.
E. Something fresh disobeys one’s expectations and captures our attention.
F. Interesting aesthetic mindset helps to enhance self-value and social value.
G. We each face problems in our daily lives that require creative responses.
三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
On a rainy afternoon, I sat in a cozy coffee shop, enjoying a latte. Unintentionally, a chat between two women grabbed my ____21____, who were discussing an upcoming party.
One of them, called Sarah, seemed uneasy. “I don’t think I can attend it,” she said ____22____. “I’ve gained a few pounds, and just feel so... unattractive.” Her friend, Lisa, gave her a(n) ____23____ smile. “Oh, you’re stunning just the way you are.” But Sarah sighed, “On social media, everyone looks perfect. I just can’t ____24____ the standards.”
Hearing this, I recalled my own ____25____ with beauty in high school, spending hours trying to “fix” myself, only to feel exhausted and empty. Fortunately, Mom noticed my ____26____ and reminded me, “Beauty isn’t about how you look but about how you feel inside.” Her words stayed with me. Gradually, I ____27____ my focus to activities that brought me joy and people who ____28____ me. The less I worried about appearance, the more my confidence grew.
Back in the coffee shop, I wanted to share my story with Sarah but ____29____. Instead, I silently ____30____ her all the best in life.
Later, I ____31____ Sarah at a bookstore. Her newfound ____32____ shone through. After chatting, one of her remarks “I had such a great time being myself” really ____33____ me. Her words ____34____ my mother’s wisdom: True beauty lies within, ____35____ self-acceptance, kindness, and the courage to be ourselves.
21. A. laughter B. reaction C. attention D. imagination
22. A. coldly B. sadly C. carelessly D. guiltily
23. A. forced B. mysterious C. encouraging D. unnatural
24. A. live up to B. get used to C. put up with D. come up with
25. A. wisdom B. evaluation C. discovery D. struggle
26. A. beauty B. progress C. shock D. frustration
27. A. shifted B. lost C. expanded D. kept
28. A. ignored B. doubted C. valued D. judged
29. A. hesitated B. forgot C. frowned D. insisted
30. A. treated B. served C. persuaded D. wished
31. A. encountered B. avoided C. left D. called
32. A. friendship B. confidence C. hobby D. compassion
33. A. scared B. struck C. confused D. corrected
34. A. changed B. attained C. analysed D. echoed
35. A. concluding B. resembling C. including D. overlooking
二节 语法填空（共10小题，每小题1.5分，共15分）
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。
When foreigners come to China, they may be surprised at Chinese’s special fondness and ____36____ (prefer) for seals (印章). To Chinese, seals are an art of deep cultural roots, ____37____ combines the essence of both calligraphy (书法) and sculpture and inspires generations to study to appreciate and to collect.
Seals are believed ____38____ (come) out as early as 8,000 years ago after our ancestors could make pottery wares and had private belongings. They tried to make marks on ____39____ (they) own possessions to prevent them ____40____ being stolen. When the first dynasty ____41____ (found), the king began to use seals to power and to show royal credits (赏识). Only the king’s special seal was then called “Xi”, representing ____42____ highest authority. The first emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang, had his “Xi” ____43____ (make) out of the invaluable and beautiful jade “Heshi Bi”.
Then the local governments also needed seals for the same function. Meanwhile, private seals were carved in ____44____ (vary) of lucky characters and vivid animal patterns. ____45____ (gradual), the sphragistics (印章学) came into being.
第四部分 写作（共40分）
第一节 书面表达（满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华，“全国高中生英语演讲大赛”将在你校举行，主题为“未来生活”，请你根据以下要点，以校学生会的名义写一则通知。内容如下：
1．活动目的；
2．具体内容；
3．注意事项。
注意：1．词数80左右；
2．可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Notice
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第二节 读后续写（满分25分）
47. 阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。
Last semester, a new classmate named Lily transferred to our school. Hailing from a small town, she had a distinct accent when speaking English, which initially made some of us secretly laugh at her. She seemed like a fish out of water in our big city school.
At first, Lily was keenly aware of the giggles and whispers behind her. She would turn red with embarrassment whenever she mispronounced a word in class and heard the gentle laughs from her classmates. There were times when she would keep silent during group discussions, not because she had nothing to say, but because she was afraid of being laughed at again due to her accent. However, instead of letting the mockery beat her, these experiences became the fuel for her determination. She shared with me one day, her eyes showing a blend of pain and firmness, ?“In my hometown, English teaching resources were scarce. But I have always been attracted to the language. I watched English movies and TV programs, dreaming of speaking as smoothly as the characters. Here, I thought I could finally make this dream a reality, but I didn’t anticipate the teasing. Yet, this just makes me more resolute. I want to prove to everyone that an accent can’t determine my ability to master the language.”
One day, an English speech contest was announced. To everyone’s astonishment, Lily signed up. She came to me with a determined look and said, ?“I’ve always dreamed of speaking English well, and this is my chance to prove myself. I know it will be an uphill battle, but I’m fully prepared to put in the hard work.”
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。
From that day on, she devoted herself wholeheartedly to preparing for the contest.
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Finally, the day of the contest arrived.
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答案版
长子一中2025—2026学年高二年级九月份月考英语试题
考生注意：
1．本试卷分选择题和非选择题两部分。满分150分，考试时间120分钟
2．答题前，考生务必用直径0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔将密封线内项目填写清楚。
3．考生作答时，请将答案答在答题卡上。选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上片应题目的答案标号涂黑；非选择题请用直径0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔在答题卡上各题的答题区域内作答，超出答题区域书写的答案无效，在试题卷、草稿纸上作答无效。
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．How will the man get to college today?
A．By walking. B．By riding a bus. C．By taking a car.
2．Where does the conversation probably take place?
A．At an entrance to the zoo. B．In the main zoo. C．In a theater.
3．What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A．Bill’s hairstyle. B．The woman’s hairdresser. C．A hair salon.
4．What is the relationship between the man and Mr. Ryan?
A．Classmates. B．Parent and child. C．Teacher and student.
5．What will the woman do in the afternoon?
A．Drive to the restaurant at 4:30 p. m.
B．Attend a meeting at 5:00 p. m.
C．Meet the man at 5:30 p m.
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 did Jake do at lunchtime?
A．He bought a pair of shoes. B．He went out to play sports. C．He washed his dirty sports shoes.
7．How does the woman sound?
A．Careless. B．Tired. C．Annoyed.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8．What did Robert bring back?
A．Photos. B．Apples. C．A sandwich.
9．What was Alice doing when Robert saw her?
A．She was taking photos. B．She was making food. C．She was running.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10．What is wrong with the woman’s computer?
A．It makes a strange noise. B．It always has a blue screen. C．It lacks the latest operating system.
11．What does the woman want to know?
A．The update time. B．The laptop model. C．The repair cost.
12．What does the man offer to do for the woman?
A．Give her a reasonable repair price.
B．Repair her computer today.
C．Ring her up tomorrow.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13．How often does Larry go to the gym?
A．Once a week. B．Twice a week. C．Three times a week.
14．What encouraged Larry to start working out?
A．That he wanted to be together with his friends.
B．That he needed to lose some weight.
C．That he struggled to catch a bus.
15．What kind of exercise does Larry do most?
A．Running. B．Swimming. C．Cycling.
16．How many pounds has Larry lost so far?
A．14. B．10. C．7.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17．Why does the speaker give the talk?
A．To introduce some tourist spots.
B．To appeal to tourists.
C．To offer job opportunities.
18．What is the purpose of starting this group?
A．To design travel plans. B．To lead group tours. C．To train tour guides.
19．Where can the talk be found probably?
A．In a travel magazine. B．In an online article. C．In a video on social media.
20．When was Adventure Consultants founded?
A．One week ago. B．One month ago. C．One year ago.
听力答案 略
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和 D 四个选项中，选出最佳答案。
A
Best Parks to See Wildlife
A recent report from a vacation site listed the total number of species and sizes of several well-known national parks. Here are some of them to see the widest variety of animals.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Ohio
Number of species per square meter: 317
Located 20 miles southwest of Cleveland, Ohio, Cuyahoga Valley National Park is a mixed ecosystem of forest and wetlands sheltering a variety of animals. From the boardwalk at Beaver Marsh, watch for water-loving mammals or snapping turtles (鳄龟) that can weigh as much as 55 pounds each. More than 200 bird species live in the park.
Carlsbad Caverns National Park, New Mexico
Number of species per square meter: 286
The representative for Carlsbad Caverns is the Brazilian free-tailed bat. Every summer, hundreds of thousands of the furry, big-eared creatures live in these caves in southeastern New Mexico, attracting crowds at sunset with their spectacular out flight. The Brazilians are one of the 17 bat species that nest at Carlsbad. You might also encounter wild pigs and cave swallows.
Acadia National Park, Maine
Number of species per square meter: 242
The Atlantic Ocean meets the Maine coast at this popular park on Mount Desert Island, providing habitat for wildlife with feet and flippers (鳍状肢). From the shore, scan the water for the heads of harbor porpoises (鼠海豚) and gray seals.
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Colorado
Number of species per square meter: 219
In western Colorado, the 2, 722 feet between this park s canyon edge and the Gunnison River below support numerous wildlife habitats. Experienced climbers and hikers who adventure into the inner canyon find collared lizards and mule deer.
1. Which park has the largest number of species per square meter?
A. Acadia National Park. B. Carlsbad Caverns National Park.
C. Cuyahoga Valley National Park. D. Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
2. What can tourists do in Carlsbad Caverns National Park?
A. Watch crowds of flying bats at sunset.
B. Observe 17 swallow species nesting in the city.
C. Play with turtles weighing over 55 pounds.
D. Meet wild pigs in forests and wetlands.
3. Which of the following can be seen in Acadia National Park?
A. Cave swallows. B. Gray seals. C. Mule deer. D. Free-tailed bats.
【答案】1. C 2. A 3. B
B
At Lincoln High School, a Spanish teacher, Ms Rodriguez, has aroused (激起) students’ interest in Spanish and Latino culture through her innovative teaching methods. Despite the school’s limited resources, Ms Rodriguez always strives (努力) to keep her students engaged through creative teaching strategies and community cooperation, enhancing their cultural identity.
However, Ms Rodriguez’s teaching journey at Lincoln High School wasn’t always smooth. She found that students weren’t very interested in Spanish classes, with some thinking that learning Spanish had no practical use. Additionally, there was a cultural gap in the school, with some students lacking a sense of identity with Latino culture. Faced with these challenges, Ms Rodriguez didn’t back down. She decided to introduce interactive teaching methods like role-playing, cultural workshops, and community projects to increase student engagement.
Ms Rodriguez also worked together with the local community, inviting Latino artists, writers, and entrepreneurs to the school to share their stories, thus enhancing students’ cultural identity. She encouraged students to involve their families in language learning through homework and community activities, strengthening family interaction and cultural heritage.
Ms Rodriguez’s efforts gradually paid off. Students’ interest in Spanish classes increased significantly, and classroom participation and grades improved remarkably. The school successfully hosted several Latino cultural events, attracting participation from students and teachers across the school, thus enhancing the school’s cultural diversity. Ms Rodriguez’s efforts were also recognized by the community, and she was invited to share her teaching experiences at several educational conferences.
When asked about the secret to her success, Ms Rodriguez modestly stated that the key lies in innovative teaching methods and community cooperation. She believes that by enhancing students’ cultural identity and family involvement, their enthusiasm for learning can be aroused. In the future, she hopes to continue promoting cultural education in schools and breaking down cultural barriers.
4. How did Ms Rodriguez arouse students’ interest in Spanish and Latino culture?
A. By giving them extra homework. B. By teaching advanced students first.
C. By improving teaching ways with the new. D. By asking the school leader for more resources.
5. What did Ms Rodriguez do to enhance students’ cultural identity?
A. She gave orders to the local community. B. She invited professionals to give lectures.
C. She told many interesting Spanish stories. D. She required her family members to offer help.
6. Which is a future goal of Ms Rodriguez’s?
A. Keeping boosting cultural learning. B. Releasing the secret to her success.
C. Focusing on discovering cultural barriers. D. Writing a book about her teaching methods.
7. What can be the best title for the text?
A. The Effective Ways to Increase Students’ Studies
B. The Challenges of Ms Rodriguez’s Teaching Spanish
C. Innovative Teaching Methods at Lincoln High School
D. Ms Rodriguez’s Journey to Inspire Cultural Learning
【答案】4. C 5. B 6. A 7. D
C
With aging population getting bigger and dementia (老年痴呆症) more common, more families are struggling with a complex question: How do you support a loved one with dementia, especially when you have a full-time job and several kids?
Reg Urbanowski may have an answer to this pressing issue — robots
He and his team managed to develop a new type of robots named TP robots. Looking like stand-up vacuum cleaners (真空吸尘器) attached to an iPad, they can be activated remotely via a smartphone and guided remotely by a controller app similar to the way a mouse is used on a desktop computer. All possess audio and visual communication capabilities, allowing the operator to be “in the room” to interact with Mom or Dad.
He believes that caregivers and family members can use a TP robot to “look in” on people with mild dementia. He says, “TP robots provide an effective solution for reducing caregivers’ burden, especially for those who have career or other out-of-home activities.”
Urbanowski and his team have carried out a study that involves providing TP robots for 15 Toronto families. These robots are programmed to provide reminders of necessary daily routine like turning off the gas, taking medicine and having dinner. They will also help ensure patients are getting the exercise they need to maintain their health and well-being.
Erin Crawford, Program Director with the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba, says she has faith that TP robots will prove beneficial, particularly when it comes to reminding people with dementia to do certain things at certain times. “It means that family members that can’t be there, for whatever reason, know that those things are still happening,” she says.
8. What can we infer about TP robots from Paragraph 3?
A. It can clean the room. B. It’s easy to operate.
C. It can be used on a computer. D. It’s convenient to carry.
9. How will TP robots help those with dementia?
A. By turning off the gas for them. B. By having dinner with them.
C. By doing activities with them. D. By reminding them to take pills.
10. What’s Erin Crawford’s attitude to the future of TP robots?
A. Optimistic. B. Pessimistic. C. Unconcerned. D. Doubtful.
11. What is the main idea of the text?
A. TP robots provide a new cure for dementia.
B. Caregivers of dementia will be replaced by TP robots.
C. TP robots help to take care of dementia patients.
D. Urbanowski and his team are developing a new robot.
【答案】8. B 9. D 10. A 11. C
D
Butterflies have always captured human imagination. Their delicate wings, bright patterns, and graceful flight inspire poetry, art, and science. Beyond their beauty, butterflies play vital roles in ecosystems as pollinators (传花粉者) and as part of complex food webs. But a new climate warning has emerged.
A Yale-led global study suggests their mountain homes long thought to be butterflies’ safe havens (港湾) are becoming death zones. Climate change, once a distant threat, is now closing in fast.
The phrase “butterfly effect” describes how a small action, like a butterfly flapping its wings, can lead to large consequences like a hurricane across the world. This study shows something more disconcerting: a global storm threatening butterflies themselves.
According to the researchers, mountain habitats that once offered protection may now become population traps. These zones are warming fast. With nowhere higher to go, butterflies may run out of suitable conditions. Species adapting to cooler, narrow temperature bands will suffer most.
Even more concerning, the study points to a critical data gap. While scientists have long tracked changes in birds, mammals and plants, insects—though far more numerous—have been overlooked in global biodiversity models.
To understand how butterflies might respond to climate change, Yale ecologist Walter Jetz and entomologist Stefan Pinkert led a team of researchers. They compiled (汇编) phylogenetic and geographic data for over 12,000 butterfly species around the globe. Their work revealed that two-thirds of butterfly species live in tropical and subtropical mountains. These regions hold 3.5 times more butterfly hotspots than lowlands.
But this concentration also increases risk. Mountains are warming quickly, and species that evolved in specific temperature zones may not adapt in time. The study predicts that 64% of the suitable space used by tropical butterflies will disappear by 2070. As climate zones shift upward and shrink, many butterflies will lose their homes.
Their quiet struggle on mountain peaks is not just a story about insects. It’s a signal to humanity that time is running out.
12. What does the study suggest about mountain habitats for butterflies?
A. They provide more biodiversity.
B. They are threatening butterflies.
C. They are getting cooler and safer.
D. They are expanding their natural space.
13. What does the underlined word “disconcerting” in paragraph 3 mean?
A. Worrying. B. Inspiring. C. Disrespectful. D. Disorganized.
14. Why are insects like butterflies ignored in biodiversity models?
A. They are less important than larger species.
B. They can adapt to climate change quickly.
C. Global models focus on larger species.
D. Scientists lack interest in their survival.
15. What message do butterflies’ struggles send to humans?
A. Climate impacts are overlooked.
B. The protection of mountains need priority.
C. The “butterfly effect” causes hurricanes.
D. Urgent action should be taken to cut climate threats.
【答案】12. B 13. A 14. C 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。
People with an aesthetic (审美的) mindset tend to be highly curious, enjoy exploration, and are motivated to engage in creative activities. ___16___ It also can be used to improve the quality of life. So how to cultivate (培养) an aesthetic mindset? The following factors can help you develop it.
___17___
Curiosity is our innate desire to understand the world and a key motivator for learning in everyday life. Curiosity drives us to discover new knowledge and seek answers to new knowledge.
Seek novel and unpredictable experiences.
Novelty, or surprise, is anything that is registered as new and different to our brain. They are tuned into novel stimuli (刺激). We attend to stimuli that are different. ___18___ A novel event can be almost anything — seeing a painting for the first time, or having an unpleasant experience.
Enrich environments.
Enriched environments have the potential to dramatically change the brain. Biophilic (热爱生命的) design helps to connect with the outdoors. For example, bringing in houseplants, choosing floral prints, and using colors from nature can have a calming effect. ___19___ Such as ceiling height, light from a window, and the volume of a room.
Find your inner creativity.
___20___ These reactions are original and unique. Creativity is a willingness to leave what is known and be receptive to new ideas. Creative thinking allows us to connect information in new and meaningful ways.
A. Keep questioning.
B. Overcome your shyness.
C. Certain architectural elements can enhance creativity.
D. The experience of aesthetics can promote health and well-being.
E. Something fresh disobeys one’s expectations and captures our attention.
F. Interesting aesthetic mindset helps to enhance self-value and social value.
G. We each face problems in our daily lives that require creative responses.
【答案】16. D 17. A 18. E 19. C 20. G
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
On a rainy afternoon, I sat in a cozy coffee shop, enjoying a latte. Unintentionally, a chat between two women grabbed my ____21____, who were discussing an upcoming party.
One of them, called Sarah, seemed uneasy. “I don’t think I can attend it,” she said ____22____. “I’ve gained a few pounds, and just feel so... unattractive.” Her friend, Lisa, gave her a(n) ____23____ smile. “Oh, you’re stunning just the way you are.” But Sarah sighed, “On social media, everyone looks perfect. I just can’t ____24____ the standards.”
Hearing this, I recalled my own ____25____ with beauty in high school, spending hours trying to “fix” myself, only to feel exhausted and empty. Fortunately, Mom noticed my ____26____ and reminded me, “Beauty isn’t about how you look but about how you feel inside.” Her words stayed with me. Gradually, I ____27____ my focus to activities that brought me joy and people who ____28____ me. The less I worried about appearance, the more my confidence grew.
Back in the coffee shop, I wanted to share my story with Sarah but ____29____. Instead, I silently ____30____ her all the best in life.
Later, I ____31____ Sarah at a bookstore. Her newfound ____32____ shone through. After chatting, one of her remarks “I had such a great time being myself” really ____33____ me. Her words ____34____ my mother’s wisdom: True beauty lies within, ____35____ self-acceptance, kindness, and the courage to be ourselves.
21. A. laughter B. reaction C. attention D. imagination
22. A. coldly B. sadly C. carelessly D. guiltily
23. A. forced B. mysterious C. encouraging D. unnatural
24. A. live up to B. get used to C. put up with D. come up with
25. A. wisdom B. evaluation C. discovery D. struggle
26. A. beauty B. progress C. shock D. frustration
27. A. shifted B. lost C. expanded D. kept
28. A. ignored B. doubted C. valued D. judged
29. A. hesitated B. forgot C. frowned D. insisted
30. A. treated B. served C. persuaded D. wished
31. A. encountered B. avoided C. left D. called
32. A. friendship B. confidence C. hobby D. compassion
33. A. scared B. struck C. confused D. corrected
34. A. changed B. attained C. analysed D. echoed
35. A. concluding B. resembling C. including D. overlooking
【答案】21. C 22. B 23. C 24. A 25. D 26. D 27. A 28. C 29. A 30. D 31. A 32. B 33. B 34. D 35. C
第二节 语法填空（共10小题，每小题1.5分，共15分）
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。
When foreigners come to China, they may be surprised at Chinese’s special fondness and ____36____ (prefer) for seals (印章). To Chinese, seals are an art of deep cultural roots, ____37____ combines the essence of both calligraphy (书法) and sculpture and inspires generations to study to appreciate and to collect.
Seals are believed ____38____ (come) out as early as 8,000 years ago after our ancestors could make pottery wares and had private belongings. They tried to make marks on ____39____ (they) own possessions to prevent them ____40____ being stolen. When the first dynasty ____41____ (found), the king began to use seals to power and to show royal credits (赏识). Only the king’s special seal was then called “Xi”, representing ____42____ highest authority. The first emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang, had his “Xi” ____43____ (make) out of the invaluable and beautiful jade “Heshi Bi”.
Then the local governments also needed seals for the same function. Meanwhile, private seals were carved in ____44____ (vary) of lucky characters and vivid animal patterns. ____45____ (gradual), the sphragistics (印章学) came into being.
【答案】36. preference
37. which 38. to come
39. their 40. from
41. was founded
42. the 43. made
44. varieties
45. Gradually
第四部分 写作（共40分）
第一节 书面表达（满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华，“全国高中生英语演讲大赛”将在你校举行，主题为“未来生活”，请你根据以下要点，以校学生会的名义写一则通知。内容如下：
1．活动目的；
2．具体内容；
3．注意事项。
注意：1．词数80左右；
2．可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Notice
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【答案】范文：
NOTICE
Aiming to build up an atmosphere where we can study English with more enthusiasm, the National English Speech Competition for High School Students is to be held in our school.
The activity, the site of which will be in the stadium, is scheduled to take place from 8:30 to 12:00 on March 5th. By then, twenty high school students from all over China will gather here and deliver their speeches on the given topic — Future Life. Additionally, some famous English professors from the USA and China will be invited to conduct as judges.
Welcome to attend this competition where you can share your thoughts and show your talents.
The Student Union
第二节 读后续写（满分25分）
47. 阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。
Last semester, a new classmate named Lily transferred to our school. Hailing from a small town, she had a distinct accent when speaking English, which initially made some of us secretly laugh at her. She seemed like a fish out of water in our big city school.
At first, Lily was keenly aware of the giggles and whispers behind her. She would turn red with embarrassment whenever she mispronounced a word in class and heard the gentle laughs from her classmates. There were times when she would keep silent during group discussions, not because she had nothing to say, but because she was afraid of being laughed at again due to her accent. However, instead of letting the mockery beat her, these experiences became the fuel for her determination. She shared with me one day, her eyes showing a blend of pain and firmness, ?“In my hometown, English teaching resources were scarce. But I have always been attracted to the language. I watched English movies and TV programs, dreaming of speaking as smoothly as the characters. Here, I thought I could finally make this dream a reality, but I didn’t anticipate the teasing. Yet, this just makes me more resolute. I want to prove to everyone that an accent can’t determine my ability to master the language.”
One day, an English speech contest was announced. To everyone’s astonishment, Lily signed up. She came to me with a determined look and said, ?“I’ve always dreamed of speaking English well, and this is my chance to prove myself. I know it will be an uphill battle, but I’m fully prepared to put in the hard work.”
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。
From that day on, she devoted herself wholeheartedly to preparing for the contest.
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Finally, the day of the contest arrived.
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【答案】 From that day on, she devoted herself wholeheartedly to preparing for the contest. She spent countless hours in the school library, poring over books on public speaking and collecting materials for her speech. Every day after school, she would find an empty corner in the campus and practice speaking aloud. She recorded her own voice and listened to it repeatedly, trying to correct every tiny flaw in her pronunciation. She also asked me to be her audience, and she would patiently accept my suggestions and make improvements. Her perseverance and dedication were truly inspiring, and gradually, I could see a significant improvement in her English skills.
Finally, the day of the contest arrived. Lily walked onto the stage with a calm and confident look. Her voice was clear and resonant as she began her speech. Although her accent was still there, it no longer seemed like a shortcoming but rather a unique feature that added a special charm to her speech. The audience was deeply moved by her story of struggle and determination. When she finished her speech, the whole hall burst into thunderous applause. In the end, she won the first prize. Her success not only proved her own ability but also made us realize that we should never judge others by their accents or origins. We all learned a valuable lesson from her.
