四川省射洪中学校2026届高三上学期期中考试（强基班）英语试卷（含答案，无听力原文及音频）

射洪中学高2023级高三上期强基班期中考试
英语试题
（考试时间：120分钟 满分：150分）
注意事项：
1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。写在本试卷上无效。
3.回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡对应题号的位置上。写在本试卷上无效。
4.考试结束后，将答题卡交回。
第I卷 选择题(共95分)
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.What are the speakers mainly talking about
A.A worker. B.A factory. C.A school.
2.What does the man plan to do
A. Reward the woman.
B Write a school report.
C. Watch a film with John.
3.What does the man mean
A. The singers' cooking skills are improved.
B. The baking show isn't worth watching.
C. The desserts are very easy to make.
4.What does the woman suggest the man do
A. Sign up for a course.
B. Talk to the teachers.
C. Pick up kids on time.
5.What has the man begun to do
A. Fix a TV. B. Play tennis. C. Have swimming lessons.
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 in the package
A.A kitchen device. B. Some vegetables. C.A cookbook.
7.What kind of soup does the woman like
A. Carrot soup. B. Chicken soup. C. Mushroom soup.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8.Where does the man come from
A. Vietnam. B. France. C. China.
9.What does the woman say about the food
A. Delicious. B. Unappealing. C. Common.
10.What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Teacher and student.
B. Classmates.
C. Employer and employee.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11.What is the man worried about
A. When to buy food.
B. How to raise funds.
C. Whether to prepare a meal.
12.What did the children in the local schools do for the man's problem last year
A. They held a spelling competition.
B. They organized a sale in the yard.
C. They sold morning coffee.
13.How does the woman feel about what the man is doing
A. Strange. B. Crazy. C. Nice.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14.What is the woman
A.A photographer. B.A writer. C.A driver.
15.Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a library. B. On a bus. C. At the station.
16.What does the woman invite Fred to do
A. Travel with books. B. Read the series. C. Take a picture.
17.What is Fred like according to the woman
A. Enthusiastic. B. Honest. C. Ambitious.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18.Why is the school closing early
A. There will be a meeting.
B. The weather is horrible.
C. The hall will be occupied.
19.When will Year 13 leave school
A. At1:15 pm. B. At 1:30 pm. C. At 2:45 pm.
20.What are the students required to do tomorrow
A. Pay attention to the latest updates.
B. Show respect for their teachers.
C. Take a break at home.
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A 、B 、C 、D 四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
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1. What limit does Synthesia’s free plan set
A. Content type. B. Generation speed.
C. Annual output time. D. Yearly video count.
2. Which AI tool suits programmers best
A. Synthesia. B. Gamma. C. Suno. D. Claude.
3. What do the four AI tools have in common
A. They offer paid plans.
B. They can be used offline.
C. They generate similar stuff.
D. They are designed for recreation.
B
In 2006, as a 10-year-old living in one of Delhi’s busiest markets, I would often run downstairs to buy milk, eggs or vegetables for my mother. The shopkeepers knew me by face and often guessed my order before I even spoke. These small market runs taught me more than I realised at the time — quick mental maths, conversations with strangers, and backup plans when a shop was shut. So much unintentional learning.
Over time, these routines became daily comfort. Whether it was me or my mother, we enjoyed the smiles, brief chats, and snacks along the way — small moments that quietly held our lives together.
Now, things are different. With Blinkit, Zepto, and Instamart, groceries arrive in 10 minutes. While I still enjoy shopping in the market after work, my mother begins her day by comparing prices on apps and ordering everything with a few taps (点击). The grocery trips that once lifted her mood, improved her health, and helped her stay connected with the neighbourhood have disappeared. The joy of being known, of interacting, is dying.
And it’s not just her. Many of us now rely more on apps and less on people. Our growing reliance on instant delivery is reducing those everyday moments of interaction. There’s the financial cost too. When you’re too tired or too busy to plan your groceries, you end up ordering in pieces — adding things you don’t need just to hit the free-delivery minimum.
Of course, these apps are a gift on tough days when we’re sick or short on time. But next time you feel like opening a grocery app, try walking to your local shop instead. You might come back with more than just groceries — a smile, a quick chat, and a sense of connection. Sometimes, the cost of convenience isn’t what you pay. It’s what you miss.
4. What does the author think of early market runs
A. Adventurous. B. Valuable. C. Tiring. D. Complex.
5. How did the author’s mother change her shopping habit later
A. She turned to online shopping. B. She visited groceries with neighbours.
C. She cared about discounts in stores. D. She ordered whatever lifted her mood.
6. What concerns the author about instant delivery
A. It takes away small social moments. B. It involves paying extra service fees.
C. It results in poor physical condition. D. It makes people addicted to shopping.
7. What is implied in the last paragraph
A. A shared gift doubles its joy. B. Convenience comes at a cost.
C. A smile is free but worth a lot. D. Rush breaks human connection.
C
Walk down a street decades ago, and chances were good that you’d come across a vision of the Spielbergian sort: groups of school-age children charging down the block on bikes, full of purpose and without protective headwear. You’re less likely to catch that kind of scene today.
With the decline in cycling, kids are losing more than a potential mode of transport. Biking supports children’s independence and overall health. And crucially, once kids are trained, it doesn’t require much effort from adults. Moreover, when enough children bike, whole neighborhoods can be transformed — safer and more friendly.
Now kids seldom get out. But they desire mobility while threatening traffic and parental concerns frequently stand in their way. This fear is well founded. Roadways have gotten faster and busier. The annual child cycling deaths have actually dropped, but it’s likely due to reduced ridership. The decrease seems reflective not of streets’ safety but rather of parents’ understanding of the heightened risks massive vehicles pose.
Families haven’t always had to be this vigilant. Children in previous decades may not have had marked bike lanes (车道) or other protective road features. But they had more space to wander, and fewer and slower cars to deal with. It wasn’t until public planning prioritized cars that children lost both play areas and the freedom to travel independently.
By adding more bike-friendly infrastructure (基础设施), local governments could encourage children to ride again. Meanwhile, teaching road rules falls largely to caregivers. Finding safe-enough spots for practice might be tough, yet with a little creativity, parents can track down dead ends or unused parking lots.
Putting in that work may demand more of parents in the short term. But the investment is worth it. Many parents want to raise confident and adaptable children, yet over-scheduled extracurriculars (课外活动) requiring constant monitoring rarely help. What many need is a bit more freedom: time to explore, to ride aimlessly — until they’re ready to take off.
8 Why does the author mention the Spielbergian scene
A. To criticize kids’ poor safety awareness.
B. To highlight the potential dangers of cycling.
C. To stress the importance of safe neighborhoods.
D. To show the past popularity of cycling among kids.
9. What leads to the decline of annual child cycling deaths
A. Improved street safety. B. Reduction in vehicle size.
C. Decreased cycling frequency. D. Strict application of traffic rules.
10. What does the underlined word “vigilant” in paragraph 4 probably mean
A. Tolerant. B. Watchful. C. Patient. D. Optimistic.
11. What are parents advised to do to get kids riding
A. Explore secure spaces for practice. B. Invest in bike-friendly infrastructure.
C. Provide sufficient monitoring for kids. D. Stop arranging extracurricular activities.
D
Throughout history, trees have played a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance. They absorb CO2 and transform it into oxygen. But one of the challenges with this traditional carbon absorption is that the CO2 trees store can be released back into the atmosphere when they die.
However, the discovery of certain trees in Kenya adds a new dimension to this natural process. These trees, also found in several other countries, have been observed to transform CO2 into calcium oxalate. Then bacteria (细菌) present in the trees and surrounding soil transform it further into calcium carbonate (碳酸钙), a primary component of limestone and chalk. The unique process ensures that the CO2 is kept in solid form for much longer, even after the tree’s life ends. This finding was emphasized by Mike Rowley from the University of Zurich at the Goldschmidt Conference.
While the scientific community is optimistic about these findings, several challenges remain. The primary concern is determining the exact amount of CO2 that these trees can transform throughout their lifetime. Without this accurate data, it is challenging to assess the full impact of this method globally. Understanding the ecological balance and ensuring the preservation of biodiversity are crucial before worldwide planting of these trees. Cooperative research efforts are needed to explore these aspects and develop a comprehensive strategy for using these trees as a natural solution to climate change.
This discovery in Kenya invites us to reconsider the potential of natural processes in addressing environmental challenges. While technological solutions to climate change are vital, integrating natural methods offers an alternative approach. The unique ability of these trees presents a promising method for exploration.
The journey to fighting climate change is complex. As we dig deeper into understanding natural phenomena like the Kenyan trees, we must ask ourselves: How can we make the best of the power of nature to create a sustainable future for generations to come
12. What is special about the trees found in Kenya
A. They absorb more CO2. B. They help turn CO2 into solids.
C. They release oxygen quickly. D. They live in harmony with bacteria.
13. What is the core challenge before applying the discovery globally
A. Assessing the cost of the process. B. Understanding the impact on soil.
C. Quantifying the CO2 transformation. D. Collecting the data on biodiversity.
14. What does the author try to explore in the last two paragraphs
A. The seriousness of climate change. B. The method of green development.
C. The prospect of scientific approaches. D. The role of nature in climate solutions.
15. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. A defensive Strategy in Nature B. A Recent Advance in CO2 Research
C. Kenyan Trees: A Natural Carbon Lock D. Tree Planting: A Key to Ecological Balance
第二节(共5小题：每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
In today’s world, many retired people feel lonely and unsure about their purpose in life. ___16___Some find it hard to get a job because they lack experience or practical skills. Others want to live on their own but can’t afford the high cost of rent.
___17___ This means bringing older and younger people together to help each other out. After all, older people are a huge untapped resource — many are retired doctors, engineers, teachers, or business owners with a wealth of experience. Young people, on the other hand, have their own strengths, especially when it comes to using modern technology. By sharing their time and skills, both sides gain something meaningful — older adults feel more connected and useful, while young people get support, guidance, and often a fresh perspective on life. ___18___
In some programs, retired volunteers visit primary schools to listen to kids read and give them one-on-one support. Similar programs also exist in secondary schools and even universities. Other projects send children or teenagers into retirement homes regularly — to teach digital skills, entertain the residents, or simply keep them company and hear their stories. ___19___ These students may live rent-free in exchange for helping with chores and offering support, or they pay less rent while checking in regularly and having friendly chats with their older housemates.
These intergenerational projects have made a real difference. By connecting people from different age groups and backgrounds, they help build trust, mutual respect, and lasting friendships.___20___
A. It’s a truly win-win for everyone involved.
B. These are important for a connected society.
C. At the same time, many young people face their own struggles.
D. Studies have shown that retired people can still contribute to society.
E. One possible answer to these issues is intergenerational volunteering.
F. Volunteering may even help young students discover a new passion for life.
G. Some university students are paired with elderly people who have spare rooms.
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 四个选项中选出最佳选项。
I love needles. They have a variety of uses, from creating vivid designs out of wool to providing medical ____21____. Each needle I own represents a different ____22____ in my life.
When I was 6, I was given small pink knitting needles. “I am knitting. Do you want me to teach you ” My grandmother ____23____ my hands in hers and showed me how to knit. While she was cooking, I would sit on her seat, knitting just like her. When I was first learning, I would frequently ask for ____24____, and constantly be scared of ruining our ____25____. After my grandmother left America, I missed the ____26____ of sticks clicking against each other and the smell of her Peruvian cornbread. No matter the ____27____, I know my grandmother and I will always be connected through the needles she ____28____.
Hypodermic(注射) needles are currently my most ____29____ needles. While many people hated hypodermic needles, to me they represent curing and my ____30____ in the medical field. This simple yet ____31____ needle is employed every day to protect lives. Suture(缝合) needles are the needles that I aim to use in the future. Only specially trained ____32____ can properly handle them. They ____33____ put people back together using incredible ____34____.
Needless to say, needles have always been a part of my life. They have been a physical ____35____ of how I’ve developed as a person.
21. A. advice B. information C. research D. treatment
22. A. secret B. stage C. opinion D. challenge
23. A. pressed B. shook C. held D. lifted
24. A. guidance B. praise C. admission D. introduction
25. A. cooperation B. creation C. fame D. opportunity
26. A. type B. move C. shadow D. sound
27. A. age B. change C. distance D. ability
28. A. showed off B. passed down C. put aside D. took up
29. A. feared B. remembered C. trusted D. used
30. A. career B. collection C. preference D. practice
31. A. powerful B. rare C. long D. sharp
32. A. patients B. tailors C. professionals D. officials
33. A. formally B. literally C. nearly D. curiously
34. A. courage B. strength C. imagination D. technique
35. A. test B. copy C. reminder D. product
第II卷 非选择题(共55分)
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。
As temperatures rise across China, a new trend is taking hold. Outdoor sports, ___36___ draw citizens out of gyms and into the wilderness, test people’s physical limits and reconnect them with nature.
One standout in this trend, the Spartan Race, has exploded in ___37___（popular) in many Chinese cities. So far, the race along with its ___38___(mud) routes, high walls , and various obstacles, has gained significant attraction online as well. Last month, the Spartan China series___39___ (land) in Changchun while on October 16-17, the Spartan Kids World Championship will be held___40___ the second time at Yunding Snow Park in Hebei Province.
Each event challenges participants to complete distances ___41___ (range) from 5 to 50 kilometers, with some ___42___(extreme) demanding obstacles depending on the race category. In practice, the race involves climbing, hanging, and carrying sandbags,___43___ total return to nature from gyms.
Liu Mingyi chief expert at the China Youth Sports and Physical Education Center, said that the rise of outdoor running competitions is far from accidental. “In the past, people stayed indoors, lifting weights in gyms. Now, there’s a growing desire___44___(break) free from concrete buildings.” Liu commented. “These mud-stained events offer not just wildness, ___45___a kind of close dialogue with nature.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 学校英文报正在开展以“Exploring Museums”为题的讨论。你对本班48位同学进行了“博物馆参观动机”问卷调查，请使用图表中的调查结果写一篇短文投稿，向学校提出建议，内容包括：
1.参观动机状况描述；
2.简单评论；
3.你的建议。
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。
Exploring Museums: From Requirements to Curiosity
Recently, I surveyed 48 classmates about why they visit museums.
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二节 读后续写（满分25分，包括书写5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
Nature, while beautiful, could also be unpredictable and merciless. But most importantly we bear in mind that in the darkest times, there’s always a light at the end of the tunnel, just like Mrs. Evans‘ cabin light.
One bright summer day, my friend Peter and I decided to venture into the unexplored trails of the Great Smoky Mountains. Blessed with rich biodiversity and fascinating landscapes, the national park seemed a perfect getaway. Little did we know that our casual hike would soon turn into an unexpected personal incident, forever engraved in our memories.
We set off early in the morning, equipped with our backpacks and a map that was supposed to guide us through the winding trails. The sun was up, casting long shadows on the forest floor as we set off on our journey. We trekked (艰难行走), laughed, and marveled at the beauty of nature around us.
As we trekked through the dense forests, taking in the natural wonders around us, we couldn’t help but feel a sense of adventure coursing through our veins. The trail was rugged and uneven, but we persevered through the challenging landscape.
Midway through our expedition, we stumbled upon a breathtaking waterfall, its glistening waters cascading down the rocks in a quiet and peaceful melody. We sat down by the water’s edge, taking a moment to get lost in the beauty of nature. The cool mist from the waterfall enveloped us, and we felt refreshed and energetic.
As the day wore on, we ventured deeper into the wilderness, eager to explore every corner of this natural paradise. We were so absorbed in the beauty of nature that just didn't notice our way and it seemed that we could not find the way back to the familiar part of the forest. Panicking, we scrambled to find our way back but the dense vegetation and winding trails only served to confuse us further. We tried to remember any possible signs that might lead us back, No sooner had we celebrated our return to the clear trails than something worse happened.
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。
Para.1:Suddenly, the weather took an abrupt turn.
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Para.2:Just when we were about to give up, a faint light flickered in the distance
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答案
射洪中学高2023级高三上期强基班期中考试
英语试题
（考试时间：120分钟 满分：150分）
注意事项：
1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。写在本试卷上无效。
3.回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡对应题号的位置上。写在本试卷上无效。
4.考试结束后，将答题卡交回。
第I卷 选择题(共95分)
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.What are the speakers mainly talking about
A.A worker. B.A factory. C.A school.
2.What does the man plan to do
A. Reward the woman.
B Write a school report.
C. Watch a film with John.
3.What does the man mean
A. The singers' cooking skills are improved.
B. The baking show isn't worth watching.
C. The desserts are very easy to make.
4.What does the woman suggest the man do
A. Sign up for a course.
B. Talk to the teachers.
C. Pick up kids on time.
5.What has the man begun to do
A. Fix a TV. B. Play tennis. C. Have swimming lessons.
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 in the package
A.A kitchen device. B. Some vegetables. C.A cookbook.
7.What kind of soup does the woman like
A. Carrot soup. B. Chicken soup. C. Mushroom soup.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8.Where does the man come from
A. Vietnam. B. France. C. China.
9.What does the woman say about the food
A. Delicious. B. Unappealing. C. Common.
10.What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Teacher and student.
B. Classmates.
C. Employer and employee.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11.What is the man worried about
A. When to buy food.
B. How to raise funds.
C. Whether to prepare a meal.
12.What did the children in the local schools do for the man's problem last year
A. They held a spelling competition.
B. They organized a sale in the yard.
C. They sold morning coffee.
13.How does the woman feel about what the man is doing
A. Strange. B. Crazy. C. Nice.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14.What is the woman
A.A photographer. B.A writer. C.A driver.
15.Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a library. B. On a bus. C. At the station.
16.What does the woman invite Fred to do
A. Travel with books. B. Read the series. C. Take a picture.
17.What is Fred like according to the woman
A. Enthusiastic. B. Honest. C. Ambitious.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18.Why is the school closing early
A. There will be a meeting.
B. The weather is horrible.
C. The hall will be occupied.
19.When will Year 13 leave school
A. At1:15 pm. B. At 1:30 pm. C. At 2:45 pm.
20.What are the students required to do tomorrow
A. Pay attention to the latest updates.
B. Show respect for their teachers.
C. Take a break at home.
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A 、B 、C 、D 四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
4 AI Tools That Actually Work
These AI tool recommendations come from real, practical use, so you can trust that they’re grounded in what actually works.
Synthesia
Synthesia is a leading AI video generator which allows you to generate realistic digital human videos. It’s ideal for teams and businesses that prioritize speed, professionalism, and brand consistency in their video production workflows. Synthesia offers a free plan that allows users to generate up to 36 minutes of video per year. For more extensive features, paid plans start at $29 per month.
Gamma
Gamma is great for generating presentations. The slides feature impressive designs and include AI-generated images that look consistent and professional. Gamma has a free plan that includes basic image generation and up to 10 slides per presentation. The Plus Plan ( $10/user/ month) unlocks full access.
Suno
Suno is perfect for creating original, royalty-free tracks with just a simple prompt (提示词). You can use Suno to generate background music for social posts, videos, and ads. Suno’s free plan includes 50 daily credits for up to 10 songs a day (personal use only). The $10/month Pro Plan gives you 2,500 credits, commercial rights, faster generation, and the ability to run 10 tasks at once.
Claude
Claude has been the go-to AI assistant for coding for a while now. Other tools are starting to catch up, but it’s fair to say most developers still favor Claude. It also feels collaborative — more like it’s solving the problem with the user, not just spitting out answers. Claude is free to use, with a Pro Plan at $20/ month for more features and usage, and a Max Plan starting at $100/month for higher limits and early access.
1. What limit does Synthesia’s free plan set
A. Content type. B. Generation speed.
C. Annual output time. D. Yearly video count.
2. Which AI tool suits programmers best
A. Synthesia. B. Gamma. C. Suno. D. Claude.
3. What do the four AI tools have in common
A. They offer paid plans.
B. They can be used offline.
C. They generate similar stuff.
D. They are designed for recreation.
【答案】1. C 2. D 3. A
B
In 2006, as a 10-year-old living in one of Delhi’s busiest markets, I would often run downstairs to buy milk, eggs or vegetables for my mother. The shopkeepers knew me by face and often guessed my order before I even spoke. These small market runs taught me more than I realised at the time — quick mental maths, conversations with strangers, and backup plans when a shop was shut. So much unintentional learning.
Over time, these routines became daily comfort. Whether it was me or my mother, we enjoyed the smiles, brief chats, and snacks along the way — small moments that quietly held our lives together.
Now, things are different. With Blinkit, Zepto, and Instamart, groceries arrive in 10 minutes. While I still enjoy shopping in the market after work, my mother begins her day by comparing prices on apps and ordering everything with a few taps (点击). The grocery trips that once lifted her mood, improved her health, and helped her stay connected with the neighbourhood have disappeared. The joy of being known, of interacting, is dying.
And it’s not just her. Many of us now rely more on apps and less on people. Our growing reliance on instant delivery is reducing those everyday moments of interaction. There’s the financial cost too. When you’re too tired or too busy to plan your groceries, you end up ordering in pieces — adding things you don’t need just to hit the free-delivery minimum.
Of course, these apps are a gift on tough days when we’re sick or short on time. But next time you feel like opening a grocery app, try walking to your local shop instead. You might come back with more than just groceries — a smile, a quick chat, and a sense of connection. Sometimes, the cost of convenience isn’t what you pay. It’s what you miss.
4. What does the author think of early market runs
A. Adventurous. B. Valuable. C. Tiring. D. Complex.
5. How did the author’s mother change her shopping habit later
A. She turned to online shopping. B. She visited groceries with neighbours.
C. She cared about discounts in stores. D. She ordered whatever lifted her mood.
6. What concerns the author about instant delivery
A. It takes away small social moments. B. It involves paying extra service fees.
C. It results in poor physical condition. D. It makes people addicted to shopping.
7. What is implied in the last paragraph
A. A shared gift doubles its joy. B. Convenience comes at a cost.
C. A smile is free but worth a lot. D. Rush breaks human connection.
【答案】4. B 5. A 6. A 7. B
C
Walk down a street decades ago, and chances were good that you’d come across a vision of the Spielbergian sort: groups of school-age children charging down the block on bikes, full of purpose and without protective headwear. You’re less likely to catch that kind of scene today.
With the decline in cycling, kids are losing more than a potential mode of transport. Biking supports children’s independence and overall health. And crucially, once kids are trained, it doesn’t require much effort from adults. Moreover, when enough children bike, whole neighborhoods can be transformed — safer and more friendly.
Now kids seldom get out. But they desire mobility while threatening traffic and parental concerns frequently stand in their way. This fear is well founded. Roadways have gotten faster and busier. The annual child cycling deaths have actually dropped, but it’s likely due to reduced ridership. The decrease seems reflective not of streets’ safety but rather of parents’ understanding of the heightened risks massive vehicles pose.
Families haven’t always had to be this vigilant. Children in previous decades may not have had marked bike lanes (车道) or other protective road features. But they had more space to wander, and fewer and slower cars to deal with. It wasn’t until public planning prioritized cars that children lost both play areas and the freedom to travel independently.
By adding more bike-friendly infrastructure (基础设施), local governments could encourage children to ride again. Meanwhile, teaching road rules falls largely to caregivers. Finding safe-enough spots for practice might be tough, yet with a little creativity, parents can track down dead ends or unused parking lots.
Putting in that work may demand more of parents in the short term. But the investment is worth it. Many parents want to raise confident and adaptable children, yet over-scheduled extracurriculars (课外活动) requiring constant monitoring rarely help. What many need is a bit more freedom: time to explore, to ride aimlessly — until they’re ready to take off.
8 Why does the author mention the Spielbergian scene
A. To criticize kids’ poor safety awareness.
B. To highlight the potential dangers of cycling.
C. To stress the importance of safe neighborhoods.
D. To show the past popularity of cycling among kids.
9. What leads to the decline of annual child cycling deaths
A. Improved street safety. B. Reduction in vehicle size.
C. Decreased cycling frequency. D. Strict application of traffic rules.
10. What does the underlined word “vigilant” in paragraph 4 probably mean
A. Tolerant. B. Watchful. C. Patient. D. Optimistic.
11. What are parents advised to do to get kids riding
A. Explore secure spaces for practice. B. Invest in bike-friendly infrastructure.
C. Provide sufficient monitoring for kids. D. Stop arranging extracurricular activities.
【答案】8. D 9. C 10. B 11. A
D
Throughout history, trees have played a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance. They absorb CO2 and transform it into oxygen. But one of the challenges with this traditional carbon absorption is that the CO2 trees store can be released back into the atmosphere when they die.
However, the discovery of certain trees in Kenya adds a new dimension to this natural process. These trees, also found in several other countries, have been observed to transform CO2 into calcium oxalate. Then bacteria (细菌) present in the trees and surrounding soil transform it further into calcium carbonate (碳酸钙), a primary component of limestone and chalk. The unique process ensures that the CO2 is kept in solid form for much longer, even after the tree’s life ends. This finding was emphasized by Mike Rowley from the University of Zurich at the Goldschmidt Conference.
While the scientific community is optimistic about these findings, several challenges remain. The primary concern is determining the exact amount of CO2 that these trees can transform throughout their lifetime. Without this accurate data, it is challenging to assess the full impact of this method globally. Understanding the ecological balance and ensuring the preservation of biodiversity are crucial before worldwide planting of these trees. Cooperative research efforts are needed to explore these aspects and develop a comprehensive strategy for using these trees as a natural solution to climate change.
This discovery in Kenya invites us to reconsider the potential of natural processes in addressing environmental challenges. While technological solutions to climate change are vital, integrating natural methods offers an alternative approach. The unique ability of these trees presents a promising method for exploration.
The journey to fighting climate change is complex. As we dig deeper into understanding natural phenomena like the Kenyan trees, we must ask ourselves: How can we make the best of the power of nature to create a sustainable future for generations to come
12. What is special about the trees found in Kenya
A. They absorb more CO2. B. They help turn CO2 into solids.
C. They release oxygen quickly. D. They live in harmony with bacteria.
13. What is the core challenge before applying the discovery globally
A. Assessing the cost of the process. B. Understanding the impact on soil.
C. Quantifying the CO2 transformation. D. Collecting the data on biodiversity.
14. What does the author try to explore in the last two paragraphs
A. The seriousness of climate change. B. The method of green development.
C. The prospect of scientific approaches. D. The role of nature in climate solutions.
15. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. A defensive Strategy in Nature B. A Recent Advance in CO2 Research
C. Kenyan Trees: A Natural Carbon Lock D. Tree Planting: A Key to Ecological Balance
【答案】12. B 13. C 14. D 15. C
第二节(共5小题：每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
In today’s world, many retired people feel lonely and unsure about their purpose in life. ___16___Some find it hard to get a job because they lack experience or practical skills. Others want to live on their own but can’t afford the high cost of rent.
___17___ This means bringing older and younger people together to help each other out. After all, older people are a huge untapped resource — many are retired doctors, engineers, teachers, or business owners with a wealth of experience. Young people, on the other hand, have their own strengths, especially when it comes to using modern technology. By sharing their time and skills, both sides gain something meaningful — older adults feel more connected and useful, while young people get support, guidance, and often a fresh perspective on life. ___18___
In some programs, retired volunteers visit primary schools to listen to kids read and give them one-on-one support. Similar programs also exist in secondary schools and even universities. Other projects send children or teenagers into retirement homes regularly — to teach digital skills, entertain the residents, or simply keep them company and hear their stories. ___19___ These students may live rent-free in exchange for helping with chores and offering support, or they pay less rent while checking in regularly and having friendly chats with their older housemates.
These intergenerational projects have made a real difference. By connecting people from different age groups and backgrounds, they help build trust, mutual respect, and lasting friendships.___20___
A. It’s a truly win-win for everyone involved.
B. These are important for a connected society.
C. At the same time, many young people face their own struggles.
D. Studies have shown that retired people can still contribute to society.
E. One possible answer to these issues is intergenerational volunteering.
F. Volunteering may even help young students discover a new passion for life.
G. Some university students are paired with elderly people who have spare rooms.
【答案】16. C 17. E 18. A 19. G 20. B
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 四个选项中选出最佳选项。
I love needles. They have a variety of uses, from creating vivid designs out of wool to providing medical ____21____. Each needle I own represents a different ____22____ in my life.
When I was 6, I was given small pink knitting needles. “I am knitting. Do you want me to teach you ” My grandmother ____23____ my hands in hers and showed me how to knit. While she was cooking, I would sit on her seat, knitting just like her. When I was first learning, I would frequently ask for ____24____, and constantly be scared of ruining our ____25____. After my grandmother left America, I missed the ____26____ of sticks clicking against each other and the smell of her Peruvian cornbread. No matter the ____27____, I know my grandmother and I will always be connected through the needles she ____28____.
Hypodermic(注射) needles are currently my most ____29____ needles. While many people hated hypodermic needles, to me they represent curing and my ____30____ in the medical field. This simple yet ____31____ needle is employed every day to protect lives. Suture(缝合) needles are the needles that I aim to use in the future. Only specially trained ____32____ can properly handle them. They ____33____ put people back together using incredible ____34____.
Needless to say, needles have always been a part of my life. They have been a physical ____35____ of how I’ve developed as a person.
21. A. advice B. information C. research D. treatment
22. A. secret B. stage C. opinion D. challenge
23. A. pressed B. shook C. held D. lifted
24. A. guidance B. praise C. admission D. introduction
25. A. cooperation B. creation C. fame D. opportunity
26. A. type B. move C. shadow D. sound
27. A. age B. change C. distance D. ability
28. A. showed off B. passed down C. put aside D. took up
29. A. feared B. remembered C. trusted D. used
30. A. career B. collection C. preference D. practice
31. A. powerful B. rare C. long D. sharp
32. A. patients B. tailors C. professionals D. officials
33. A. formally B. literally C. nearly D. curiously
34. A. courage B. strength C. imagination D. technique
35. A. test B. copy C. reminder D. product
【答案】21. D 22. B 23. C 24. A 25. B 26. D 27. C 28. B 29. D 30. A 31. A 32. C 33. B 34. D 35. C
第II卷 非选择题(共55分)
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。
As temperatures rise across China, a new trend is taking hold. Outdoor sports, ___36___ draw citizens out of gyms and into the wilderness, test people’s physical limits and reconnect them with nature.
One standout in this trend, the Spartan Race, has exploded in ___37___（popular) in many Chinese cities. So far, the race along with its ___38___(mud) routes, high walls , and various obstacles, has gained significant attraction online as well. Last month, the Spartan China series___39___ (land) in Changchun while on October 16-17, the Spartan Kids World Championship will be held___40___ the second time at Yunding Snow Park in Hebei Province.
Each event challenges participants to complete distances ___41___ (range) from 5 to 50 kilometers, with some ___42___(extreme) demanding obstacles depending on the race category. In practice, the race involves climbing, hanging, and carrying sandbags,___43___ total return to nature from gyms.
Liu Mingyi chief expert at the China Youth Sports and Physical Education Center, said that the rise of outdoor running competitions is far from accidental. “In the past, people stayed indoors, lifting weights in gyms. Now, there’s a growing desire___44___(break) free from concrete buildings.” Liu commented. “These mud-stained events offer not just wildness, ___45___a kind of close dialogue with nature.
【答案】36. which
37. popularity
38. muddy 39. landed
40. for 41. ranging
42. extremely
43. a 44. to break
45. but
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 学校英文报正在开展以“Exploring Museums”为题的讨论。你对本班48位同学进行了“博物馆参观动机”问卷调查，请使用图表中的调查结果写一篇短文投稿，向学校提出建议，内容包括：
1.参观动机状况描述；
2.简单评论；
3.你的建议。
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。
Exploring Museums: From Requirements to Curiosity
Recently, I surveyed 48 classmates about why they visit museums.
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【答案】
Exploring Museums: From Requirements to Curiosity
Recently, I surveyed 48 classmates about why they visit museums. The results show that 31 students go mainly for class trips or assignments, 10 out of personal interest, 6 to accompany family or friends, and 1 simply for something different. In short, visits are still largely requirement-driven rather than curiosity-driven.
To spark genuine interest in museums, I suggest that the school redesign coursework to offer more interesting assignments, such as treasure hunts and volunteer hours. The school can also partner with local museums to run hands-on workshops. Finally, it is advisable to launch a student museum club to plan weekend visits and share highlights.
I sincerely hope the school will consider these suggestions to foster students’ internal motivation to explore museums.
第二节 读后续写（满分25分，包括书写5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
Nature, while beautiful, could also be unpredictable and merciless. But most importantly we bear in mind that in the darkest times, there’s always a light at the end of the tunnel, just like Mrs. Evans‘ cabin light.
One bright summer day, my friend Peter and I decided to venture into the unexplored trails of the Great Smoky Mountains. Blessed with rich biodiversity and fascinating landscapes, the national park seemed a perfect getaway. Little did we know that our casual hike would soon turn into an unexpected personal incident, forever engraved in our memories.
We set off early in the morning, equipped with our backpacks and a map that was supposed to guide us through the winding trails. The sun was up, casting long shadows on the forest floor as we set off on our journey. We trekked (艰难行走), laughed, and marveled at the beauty of nature around us.
As we trekked through the dense forests, taking in the natural wonders around us, we couldn’t help but feel a sense of adventure coursing through our veins. The trail was rugged and uneven, but we persevered through the challenging landscape.
Midway through our expedition, we stumbled upon a breathtaking waterfall, its glistening waters cascading down the rocks in a quiet and peaceful melody. We sat down by the water’s edge, taking a moment to get lost in the beauty of nature. The cool mist from the waterfall enveloped us, and we felt refreshed and energetic.
As the day wore on, we ventured deeper into the wilderness, eager to explore every corner of this natural paradise. We were so absorbed in the beauty of nature that just didn't notice our way and it seemed that we could not find the way back to the familiar part of the forest. Panicking, we scrambled to find our way back but the dense vegetation and winding trails only served to confuse us further. We tried to remember any possible signs that might lead us back, No sooner had we celebrated our return to the clear trails than something worse happened.
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。
Para.1:Suddenly, the weather took an abrupt turn.
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Para.2:Just when we were about to give up, a faint light flickered in the distance
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【答案】 Suddenly, the weather took an abrupt turn. Dark clouds shrouded the sky, and a heavy downpour ensued. The comforting forest sounds quickly proved a terrifying symphony of thunder and wind. The trail that was once so clear became a muddy mess, making it impossible to go on. We tried to consult our map, but it was too late; we got lost in the wildness. Hours passing, our attempts to find the trail turned out to be in vain. With the cold creeping in, despair started to set in.
Just when we were about to give up, a faint light flickered in the distance. Curiosity overpowered our fear, and we decided to follow it. When we drew nearer, we saw a small log cabin, lights shining from its windows. Knocking on the door, an elderly woman, Mrs. Evans, welcomed us with a warm smile. She was a retired ranger who had chosen to live her twilight years in the heart of the mountains. She offered us shelter for the night, and the next morning, guided us back to the main trail. This incident strengthened our friendship and taught us the importance of resilience and hope. The experience was beyond expectation, terrifying, but enlightening all the same.