辽宁省锦州市省重点高中2025-2026学年高二上学期期中考试英语试卷（（含答案）

2025~2026学年第一学期高二期中考试英语
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铅笔把答题卡上对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。
4. 本卷命题范围：外研版选择性必修第一册Units 1~5。
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。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1. When does the man’s plane take off
A. At 5:00. B. At 5:30. C. At 7:00.
2. Why did the woman go to town
A. To buy books. B. To draw some money. C. To learn about e payment.
3. What is Jessica’s second language at the university
A. English. B. Chinese. C. French.
4. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a hospital.
B: In a school. C. At home.
5. How does the boy sound
A. Upset. B. Excited. C. Confused.
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 man doing
A. Buying tickets. B. Changing tickets. C. Selling tickets.
7. How much will the man pay for the tickets
A. $25. B. $35. C. $50.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. How long has the man kept his old computer
A. Six months. B. Two years. C. Six years.
9. How is the man’s new computer different from the old one
A. It’s bigger. B. It’s cheaper. C. It’s faster.
10. What does the man sometimes do with the computer
A. He plays games. B. He sends emails. C. He listens to songs.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What did the woman learn in her English class today
A. Months. B. Weather. C. Hobbies.
12. In which language does the English teacher teach her students
A. English. B. Spanish. C. French.
13. What does Ms. Parks say about the woman’s pronunciation
A. Terrible. B. So-so. C. Excellent.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Free time activities. B. School clubs. C. Part-time jobs.
15. What do we know about the man
A. He is usually relaxed. B. He likes to stay up late. C. He is interested in boxing.
16. How often does the woman practice in the band
A. Three times a week. B. Twice a week. C. Once a week.
17. What does the woman think of her busy life
A. Tiring. B. Interesting. C. Surprising.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. How much does a family pay for the museum online broadcast
A. 19.9 yuan. B. 90.9 yuan. C. 174 yuan.
19. Where do the village students go on the online museum tour
A. In the closest library. B. At their homes. C. In classrooms.
20. What’s the project mainly about
A. Online shopping. B. Online museum tour. C. Online courses.
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
Grounds for Sculpture (雕塑): An Art Garden Near NYC
Visit New Jersey’s 42-acre (英亩) garden with 270 artworks, wildflowers and the lovely Rat’s Restaurant. Inspired by Monet’s paintings, it’s perfect for a spring trip just 1 hour from New York City. This park was once the New Jersey State Fairgrounds. It opened in 1992, created by artist J. Seward Johnson to make art more welcoming. The park has 270 sculptures, 2,000 trees and 25 types of wildflowers. Visitors can see large bronze statues and even a colorful snake- shaped artwork in a pond. There are also six indoor galleries for new artists.
Plan Your Visit
To Enter Smoothly:
Buy Tickets Early: Get timed tickets online in advance from the website. New tickets come out every 2 weeks.
2025 Prices:
$25| Adult (18+)
$18| Senior/ Military/ Healthcare (ID needed)
$12| Student (6-17 or student ID)
Open Hours: 10am–5pm daily, closed Tuesdays.
Eat at Rat’s Restaurant
One of “America’s 50 Most Beautiful Restaurants”
Book a Table: Use OpenTable or call 609-584-7800.
Open Hours:
Thu - Sat: Lunch 11am-3pm | Dinner 5pm-9pm
Sun: Lunch 11am-3pm| Dinner 5pm-8pm
Closed Mon- Wed
Important: Eating here does not include garden entry. You must buy separate timed tickets.
How to Arrive
Address: 80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton, NJ
By Bus/Train:
Take Bus 608 to “Sculptors Way”.
From NYC: Start at Penn Station (≈1.5 hours).
By Car: ≈1 hour from NYC.
1. What must visitors do to visit the sculpture garden
A. Book a table at Rat’s Restaurant first. B. Show ID for cheaper tickets.
C. Buy timed tickets online early. D. Visit only on weekends.
2. When can visitors enter the garden
A. At 9:00 am on Tuesday. B. At 11:00 am on Thursday.
C. At 4:00 pm on Tuesday. D. At 6:00 pm on Sunday.
3. Where is the text most likely from
A. A science magazine. B. A history book. C. A travel website. D. A movie review.
B
Sawang Janpram, a 105-year-old Thai athlete, recently added four more gold medals to his collection at the 2025 World Masters Games in Chinese Taipei. Since Janpram was the only competitor in the 100-plus age group, his participation itself was enough to secure victories in the 100-meter run, javelin throw, discus throw and shot put. This outstanding achievement brought his total number of World Masters Games medals to 60. “I’m proud he’s brought honor to our family,” said his 73-year-old daughter, Siripan, who also won three medals at the event.
The World Masters Games is an international multi-sport event held every four years, similar to the Olympics. What sets it apart is that all participants are 30 years old or older, with competitors divided into age groups. The Games aim to promote continued sports participation among middle-aged and elderly athletes and encourage better health.
Janpram began regular exercise after turning 80. According to the Games’ description, he started exercising with Siripan, who practices track and field, after seeing many of his friends become bedridden due to illness. He began competing in sports events at the age of 90. Today, Janpram walks daily, runs three to four times a week, and ensures he gets enough sleep. “When you eat well and sleep well, you will be in a good mood and live a regular life, and naturally, you will be healthy,” he said, He also believes that exercising outside the home is beneficial to the elderly as it allows them to make new friends.
The 2025 World Masters Games featured nearly 26,000 athletes from 107 countries. Janpram is unsure if he will participate in the 2027 Games in Japan, stating that it will depend on his health. For now, he plans to continue his regular exercise, whether it is walking near his home or going to the grocery store with Siripan, “I’m so proud of my father that he can still do this and that he is strong,” she said, “People admire him wherever he goes.”
4. What do we know about Janpram in the 2025 World Masters Games
A. He won six medals in total. B. He was younger than all others.
C. He was the only one in his age group. D. He competed with his daughter.
5. What is a purpose of the World Masters Games
A. To help teenagers lose weight. B. To hold more sports events in China.
C. To train young athletes for the Olympics, D. To inspire the elderly to keep exercising.
6. What does the underlined word “bedridden” in paragraph 3 probably mean
A. Full of energy. B. Unable to leave bed.
C. Sleeping well. D. Doing exercise.
7. Which of the following can be the best title for the text
A. A 105-Year-Old Athlete’s Journey B. The 2025 World Masters Games
C. Elderly Athletes in International Games D. Siripan’s Achievements in Sports Events
C
Math teacher Ana Sepúlveda wanted to make geometry (几何) fun for her 6th-grade soccer-loving students. She asked ChatGPT for help. Within seconds, the chatbot created a complete five-page lesson plan linking shapes and angles to the soccer field, including project ideas and discussion questions. “It’s been a game changer for me,” said Sepúlveda, who also uses it for parent communication and Spanish translation. “It’s helping me with lesson planning and increasing student participation.”
Ana Sepúlveda is not alone. Across the US, teachers are using artificial intelligence (AI) tools like chatbots to help with their work. These tools aid in writing quizzes, designing lessons, grading tasks and reducing paperwork. Many teachers report that saving time this way makes them better educators.
A recent national survey found that 6 out of 10 public school teachers used AI tools during the past school year. High school teachers and newer teachers used them most often Teachers using AI weekly say it saves them about six hours, suggesting it could help reduce tiredness and overwork.
About 8 in 10 teachers using AI say it saves time on tasks like making worksheets or tests. Around 6 in 10 believe it improves their work quality especially when changing student materials or giving comments. “AI has changed how I teach. It’s also given me a better work-life balance,” said high school teacher Mary McCarthy.
However, experts advise careful use. States are creating school guidelines. “We want to make sure AI isn’t replacing the judgment of a teacher,” said Professor Maya Israel. She notes AI is good for basic grading (like multiple-choice tests) but less effective in tasks needing careful judgment. The final decision should always rest with the teacher.
Teachers also stress using AI properly. Training helps them model good use for students. “It feels like my responsibility to help them figure out how to deal with: a future where AI is part of daily life,” MaCarthy explained. Some teachers use AI only for specific project parts, ensuring students first develop their own skills. Concerns remain about students overusing AI, potentially affecting critical thinking, and experienced teachers also learn to spot AI-written student work.
8. How does the first paragraph develop
A. By presenting a survey result. B. By giving a specific example.
C. By referring to experts’ opinions. D. By comparing different methods.
9. What do the numbers in paragraphs 3 and 4 show
A. Most teachers using AI benefit from it. B. AI saves teachers 8 hours every week.
C. Newer teachers dislike using AI tools. D. AI is used by all public school teachers.
10. How does Professor Maya Israel view AI
A. It has no limits in teaching. B. It needs to be used carefully.
C. It is ineffective in basic grading. D. It is better than teachers’ judgment.
11. What can be inferred from the last paragraph
A. Newer teachers rarely need training to use AI.
B. Experienced teachers are against using AI in class.
C. Teachers need to guide students on proper AI use.
D. AI can fully replace teachers in material preparation,
D
Planting trees is a popular way to try to balance out carbon emissions (碳排放), but a new study shows it could never fully make up for pollution from the world’s biggest fossil fuel (化石燃料) companies. To take in enough carbon just from the future emissions tied to the top 200 oil, gas and coal companies’ reserves, you would need to cover the entire land area of North and Central America with trees. This is impossible because there simply isn’t enough available land on Earth.
Researchers figured out that if these companies paid for planting all those trees, it would cost $10.8 trillion—more than their combined market value of $7.01 trillion. Even if it were possible, the companies would face huge costs if they had to pay for the environmental damage caused by burning their reserves.
“People might think carbon offsetting (抵消) is like a magic eraser, but that’s not realistic,” explained study co-author Nina Friggens. Trees naturally absorb carbon as they grow, making them a relatively cheap offset method heavily promoted by many companies. However, the study focused only on trees because other carbon trapping technologies are currently too expensive or underdeveloped.
While experts praised the study for showing the extent of the problem, they warn against ruling out tree planting entirely. Done correctly, it brings important benefits like supporting wildlife, protecting against natural disasters, and improving food security. But the key point remains: we cannot plant our way out of the climate problem only by offsetting planned fossil fuel burning.
Jonathan Foley likened the situation to an overflowing bathtub: “Trees are the sponges (海绵) and mops we use to clean up the mess. But if the taps (emissions) are still running full force, flooding the bathroom, you absolutely have to turn them off first.” The study highlights that stopping emissions is essential; relying only on trees to clean up after fossil fuels is mathematically and physically impossible.
12. What does the second paragraph mainly talk about
A. The problems of burning fossil reserves.
B. The market value of fossil fuel companies.
C. The environmental damage from cutting trees.
D. The cost of planting trees to offset emissions.
13 Which of the following is the experts’ opinion according to paragraph 4
A. Fossil fuels are safe. B. Tree planting is simple.
C. Tree planting has its value. D. Carbon offsetting is unnecessary.
14. What do Jonathan Foley’s words mainly suggest
A. Emissions should be reduced first. B. Trees are the best to clean emissions.
C. Taps are less important than sponges. D. Running helps reduce carbon emissions.
15. This text is most likely taken from ______.
A. a fashion magazine B. a children’s storybook
C. a travel guide D. a scientific journal
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。
Is there a right or wrong way on how to view art Whether we admit it or not, we’ve all had that moment of uncertainty while viewing art. However, that you’re not an expert doesn’t mean you can’t understand art. ____16____.
Determine the basics
When you first see an artwork, identify some basic information about it. Try to determine its medium (材料). If it’s a painting, see if you can figure out the type of paint used. ____17____. These observations can build a foundation for better understanding.
____18____
Artists are masters of drawing attention. They usually have a plan for how your vision should move across the artwork. Taking note of what you notice first is a useful way to begin your experience. For example, it is said that Renaissance artists would refer to their paintings as “machines”. Their intention was to allow viewers to move their eyes smoothly through the work of art with clarity (清晰) and balance.
Do some homework
You don’t need a background in art to appreciate it, but having some knowledge doesn’t hurt, either. If a work of art catches your attention, do a little research, read an exhibition’s catalogue (目录) or speak to the art team. ____19____.
Feel the artwork
____20____. Is the artwork artful or dramatic How does it affect your feelings Do you feel sad, happy or angry These questions require immediate reactions. They can be subjective, but they are worth considering, because art is about the artist communicating and expressing ideas.
A. Notice your eye movements
B. Spend some time with artists
C. All these can deepen your appreciation
D. Recognize your feelings as you first view the art
E. You can also identify the artist and when it was created
F. Try these tips next time you’re viewing art, and they might help you
G. You’d be surprised by the knowledge you can acquire when interpreting art
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。
Yoshie Minamidani is a survivor of the 7.6 magnitude earthquake. It ____21____ Wajima in Ishikawa Prefecture and nearby regions on New Year’s Day, leaving at least 202 people ____22____, scores missing and buildings in ruins — including Minamidani’s seafood store.
Minamidani could hardly ____23____ when she first saw the entire store burned down by a fire. Many in Wajima, including Minamidani, found their homes too ____24____ to live in. Now Minamidani is staying in a nearby house with her husband, two children, and other relatives who have ____25____ their homes.
Minamidani counts herself ____26____. She was in the car with her family, on their way to a temple to celebrate New Year’s Day, when the big quake hit. None of them were injured.
Minamidani first opened her store three decades ago when she was 17. She ____27____ that business connects people. Customers come to her ____28____ not just for the fish, but to ____29____ her — so she always keeps smiling.
She has already _____30_____ others in Wajima to rent a place in nearby Kanazawa where they can _____31_____ their fish businesses together. They may have to use _____32_____ caught in other ports, as Wajima’s port and the boats there were _____33_____ damaged — more time is needed before they can go back out to _____34_____. Some in Wajima have _____35_____ and are leaving, but she is staying and will bring Wajima back, Minamidani said.
21. A. stopped B. created C. benefitted D. shook
22. A. proud B. guilty C. dead D. grateful
23. A. speak B. refuse C. study D. escape
24. A. outdated B. far C. small D. damaged
25. A. built B. lost C. bought D. visited
26. A. lucky B. kind C. honest D. careful
27. A. predicts B. believes C. promises D. worries
28. A. backyard B. office C. apartment D. store
29. A. charge B. represent C. see D. understand
30. A. beaten B. joined C. allowed D. ordered
31. A. restart B. replace C. remember D. recommend
32. A. fruits B. meat C. vegetables D. fish
33. A. secretly B. badly C. partly D. possibly
34. A. school B. bed C. sea D. dinner
35. A. checked out B. waken up C. given up D. lain down
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。
A fashion company ____36____ (establish) in October 2021 by a team of students from Zhejiang University of Finance and Economics are bringing artificial intelligence (AI) to the world of traditional Chinese clothing — known as qipao. The students added modern elements, patterns ____37____ design concepts to traditional qipao, making the clothing more ____38____ (appeal) to the younger generation.
They ____39____ (introduce） their designs by having international students wear the clothing in Chinese fashion shows on campus three years ago. These opportunities led the team start on the path of qipao design ____40____ initially focused on creative design and user analysis.
The key ____41____ their success is creating the largest database of qipao samples in China. These designs are now used to train AI models, which help generate altogether new qipao patterns.
Using AI is ____42____ major breakthrough for qipao. The designs are updated and fresh, based on the ____43____ (inform) in the database. This creative approach has ____44____ (significant) reduced the design cycle from 10 or 15 days to just two.
Today, the team’s qipao can _____45_____ (find) in eight countries, with 46 stores abroad, mainly in Southeast Asia. Clients can also order custom-made qipao, with details tailored to their preferences.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华, 你的英语老师要求你们在下周的英语课上分享一次自己的幽默经历。请你准备一份发言稿, 内容包括:
1. 讲述你的幽默故事;
2. 描述你的感受。
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。
Hello, everyone!
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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。
My teenage daughter and her classmates signed up for a race — a 5K (3.1 miles) this Saturday morning, and I, aged 50, intended to return to bed once I dropped her off. However, my daughter advised me to participate in the race with her, too, since it was a great way to work out. Shaking my head, I refused. I wasn’t confident that I was able to finish this race. I had been working full - time, attending school and raising a family. I had never run a race before. In fact, I hadn’t been physically active at all during the last three years.
When the day finally came, I drank my coffee and rushed out the door with my daughter. When we arrived, I saw the crowd, among whom a woman runner who was elder than me by roughly 15 years as well as my daughter’s pregnant (怀孕的) teacher impressed me most.
Seeing the excitement on their faces, I felt that I should run with my daughter even though I had believed that I couldn’t do it. I decided to register for the race on the spot. My daughter felt happy and supportive about my change of heart. What’s more, she advised me to run past someone every once in a while.
Standing in a crowd of people, I heard the gun go off to signify the start of the race. Everyone else was running, so I ran too. But I was the last. The crowd pulled ahead quickly, and I no longer saw my daughter. The sea of runners disappeared over a hill, and I was left with the elder woman.
It wasn’t long before I began to walk, and the woman did the same. Soon she began to run again. I could not let her beat me, so I began to run too. We continued this series of running and walking, and I passed her. Then I saw a group of women running with a small child. They couldn’t go any faster because the child was running at a child’s pace, which involved a lot of complaints by the child. I passed them.
注意：1.续写词数应为150个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
I came upon my daughter’s pregnant teacher.
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I ran through the crossroads and to the finish line to find my daughter waiting for me.
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答案版
2025~2026学年第一学期高二期中考试英语
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铅笔把答题卡上对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。
4. 本卷命题范围：外研版选择性必修第一册Units 1~5。
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。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1. When does the man’s plane take off
A. At 5:00. B. At 5:30. C. At 7:00.
2. Why did the woman go to town
A. To buy books. B. To draw some money. C. To learn about e payment.
3. What is Jessica’s second language at the university
A. English. B. Chinese. C. French.
4. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a hospital.
B: In a school. C. At home.
5. How does the boy sound
A. Upset. B. Excited. C. Confused.
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 man doing
A. Buying tickets. B. Changing tickets. C. Selling tickets.
7. How much will the man pay for the tickets
A. $25. B. $35. C. $50.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. How long has the man kept his old computer
A. Six months. B. Two years. C. Six years.
9. How is the man’s new computer different from the old one
A. It’s bigger. B. It’s cheaper. C. It’s faster.
10. What does the man sometimes do with the computer
A. He plays games. B. He sends emails. C. He listens to songs.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What did the woman learn in her English class today
A. Months. B. Weather. C. Hobbies.
12. In which language does the English teacher teach her students
A. English. B. Spanish. C. French.
13. What does Ms. Parks say about the woman’s pronunciation
A. Terrible. B. So-so. C. Excellent.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Free time activities. B. School clubs. C. Part-time jobs.
15. What do we know about the man
A. He is usually relaxed. B. He likes to stay up late. C. He is interested in boxing.
16. How often does the woman practice in the band
A. Three times a week. B. Twice a week. C. Once a week.
17. What does the woman think of her busy life
A. Tiring. B. Interesting. C. Surprising.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. How much does a family pay for the museum online broadcast
A. 19.9 yuan. B. 90.9 yuan. C. 174 yuan.
19. Where do the village students go on the online museum tour
A. In the closest library. B. At their homes. C. In classrooms.
20. What’s the project mainly about
A. Online shopping. B. Online museum tour. C. Online courses.
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
Grounds for Sculpture (雕塑): An Art Garden Near NYC
Visit New Jersey’s 42-acre (英亩) garden with 270 artworks, wildflowers and the lovely Rat’s Restaurant. Inspired by Monet’s paintings, it’s perfect for a spring trip just 1 hour from New York City. This park was once the New Jersey State Fairgrounds. It opened in 1992, created by artist J. Seward Johnson to make art more welcoming. The park has 270 sculptures, 2,000 trees and 25 types of wildflowers. Visitors can see large bronze statues and even a colorful snake- shaped artwork in a pond. There are also six indoor galleries for new artists.
Plan Your Visit
To Enter Smoothly:
Buy Tickets Early: Get timed tickets online in advance from the website. New tickets come out every 2 weeks.
2025 Prices:
$25| Adult (18+)
$18| Senior/ Military/ Healthcare (ID needed)
$12| Student (6-17 or student ID)
Open Hours: 10am–5pm daily, closed Tuesdays.
Eat at Rat’s Restaurant
One of “America’s 50 Most Beautiful Restaurants”
Book a Table: Use OpenTable or call 609-584-7800.
Open Hours:
Thu - Sat: Lunch 11am-3pm | Dinner 5pm-9pm
Sun: Lunch 11am-3pm| Dinner 5pm-8pm
Closed Mon- Wed
Important: Eating here does not include garden entry. You must buy separate timed tickets.
How to Arrive
Address: 80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton, NJ
By Bus/Train:
Take Bus 608 to “Sculptors Way”.
From NYC: Start at Penn Station (≈1.5 hours).
By Car: ≈1 hour from NYC.
1. What must visitors do to visit the sculpture garden
A. Book a table at Rat’s Restaurant first. B. Show ID for cheaper tickets.
C. Buy timed tickets online early. D. Visit only on weekends.
2. When can visitors enter the garden
A. At 9:00 am on Tuesday. B. At 11:00 am on Thursday.
C. At 4:00 pm on Tuesday. D. At 6:00 pm on Sunday.
3. Where is the text most likely from
A. A science magazine. B. A history book. C. A travel website. D. A movie review.
【答案】1. C 2. B 3. C
Sawang Janpram, a 105-year-old Thai athlete, recently added four more gold medals to his collection at the 2025 World Masters Games in Chinese Taipei. Since Janpram was the only competitor in the 100-plus age group, his participation itself was enough to secure victories in the 100-meter run, javelin throw, discus throw and shot put. This outstanding achievement brought his total number of World Masters Games medals to 60. “I’m proud he’s brought honor to our family,” said his 73-year-old daughter, Siripan, who also won three medals at the event.
The World Masters Games is an international multi-sport event held every four years, similar to the Olympics. What sets it apart is that all participants are 30 years old or older, with competitors divided into age groups. The Games aim to promote continued sports participation among middle-aged and elderly athletes and encourage better health.
Janpram began regular exercise after turning 80. According to the Games’ description, he started exercising with Siripan, who practices track and field, after seeing many of his friends become bedridden due to illness. He began competing in sports events at the age of 90. Today, Janpram walks daily, runs three to four times a week, and ensures he gets enough sleep. “When you eat well and sleep well, you will be in a good mood and live a regular life, and naturally, you will be healthy,” he said, He also believes that exercising outside the home is beneficial to the elderly as it allows them to make new friends.
The 2025 World Masters Games featured nearly 26,000 athletes from 107 countries. Janpram is unsure if he will participate in the 2027 Games in Japan, stating that it will depend on his health. For now, he plans to continue his regular exercise, whether it is walking near his home or going to the grocery store with Siripan, “I’m so proud of my father that he can still do this and that he is strong,” she said, “People admire him wherever he goes.”
4. What do we know about Janpram in the 2025 World Masters Games
A. He won six medals in total. B. He was younger than all others.
C. He was the only one in his age group. D. He competed with his daughter.
5. What is a purpose of the World Masters Games
A. To help teenagers lose weight. B. To hold more sports events in China.
C. To train young athletes for the Olympics, D. To inspire the elderly to keep exercising.
6. What does the underlined word “bedridden” in paragraph 3 probably mean
A. Full of energy. B. Unable to leave bed.
C. Sleeping well. D. Doing exercise.
7. Which of the following can be the best title for the text
A. A 105-Year-Old Athlete’s Journey B. The 2025 World Masters Games
C. Elderly Athletes in International Games D. Siripan’s Achievements in Sports Events
【答案】4. C 5. D 6. B 7. A
C
Math teacher Ana Sepúlveda wanted to make geometry (几何) fun for her 6th-grade soccer-loving students. She asked ChatGPT for help. Within seconds, the chatbot created a complete five-page lesson plan linking shapes and angles to the soccer field, including project ideas and discussion questions. “It’s been a game changer for me,” said Sepúlveda, who also uses it for parent communication and Spanish translation. “It’s helping me with lesson planning and increasing student participation.”
Ana Sepúlveda is not alone. Across the US, teachers are using artificial intelligence (AI) tools like chatbots to help with their work. These tools aid in writing quizzes, designing lessons, grading tasks and reducing paperwork. Many teachers report that saving time this way makes them better educators.
A recent national survey found that 6 out of 10 public school teachers used AI tools during the past school year. High school teachers and newer teachers used them most often Teachers using AI weekly say it saves them about six hours, suggesting it could help reduce tiredness and overwork.
About 8 in 10 teachers using AI say it saves time on tasks like making worksheets or tests. Around 6 in 10 believe it improves their work quality especially when changing student materials or giving comments. “AI has changed how I teach. It’s also given me a better work-life balance,” said high school teacher Mary McCarthy.
However, experts advise careful use. States are creating school guidelines. “We want to make sure AI isn’t replacing the judgment of a teacher,” said Professor Maya Israel. She notes AI is good for basic grading (like multiple-choice tests) but less effective in tasks needing careful judgment. The final decision should always rest with the teacher.
Teachers also stress using AI properly. Training helps them model good use for students. “It feels like my responsibility to help them figure out how to deal with: a future where AI is part of daily life,” MaCarthy explained. Some teachers use AI only for specific project parts, ensuring students first develop their own skills. Concerns remain about students overusing AI, potentially affecting critical thinking, and experienced teachers also learn to spot AI-written student work.
8. How does the first paragraph develop
A. By presenting a survey result. B. By giving a specific example.
C. By referring to experts’ opinions. D. By comparing different methods.
9. What do the numbers in paragraphs 3 and 4 show
A. Most teachers using AI benefit from it. B. AI saves teachers 8 hours every week.
C. Newer teachers dislike using AI tools. D. AI is used by all public school teachers.
10. How does Professor Maya Israel view AI
A. It has no limits in teaching. B. It needs to be used carefully.
C. It is ineffective in basic grading. D. It is better than teachers’ judgment.
11. What can be inferred from the last paragraph
A. Newer teachers rarely need training to use AI.
B. Experienced teachers are against using AI in class.
C. Teachers need to guide students on proper AI use.
D. AI can fully replace teachers in material preparation,
【答案】8. B 9. A 10. B 11. C
D
Planting trees is a popular way to try to balance out carbon emissions (碳排放), but a new study shows it could never fully make up for pollution from the world’s biggest fossil fuel (化石燃料) companies. To take in enough carbon just from the future emissions tied to the top 200 oil, gas and coal companies’ reserves, you would need to cover the entire land area of North and Central America with trees. This is impossible because there simply isn’t enough available land on Earth.
Researchers figured out that if these companies paid for planting all those trees, it would cost $10.8 trillion—more than their combined market value of $7.01 trillion. Even if it were possible, the companies would face huge costs if they had to pay for the environmental damage caused by burning their reserves.
“People might think carbon offsetting (抵消) is like a magic eraser, but that’s not realistic,” explained study co-author Nina Friggens. Trees naturally absorb carbon as they grow, making them a relatively cheap offset method heavily promoted by many companies. However, the study focused only on trees because other carbon trapping technologies are currently too expensive or underdeveloped.
While experts praised the study for showing the extent of the problem, they warn against ruling out tree planting entirely. Done correctly, it brings important benefits like supporting wildlife, protecting against natural disasters, and improving food security. But the key point remains: we cannot plant our way out of the climate problem only by offsetting planned fossil fuel burning.
Jonathan Foley likened the situation to an overflowing bathtub: “Trees are the sponges (海绵) and mops we use to clean up the mess. But if the taps (emissions) are still running full force, flooding the bathroom, you absolutely have to turn them off first.” The study highlights that stopping emissions is essential; relying only on trees to clean up after fossil fuels is mathematically and physically impossible.
12. What does the second paragraph mainly talk about
A. The problems of burning fossil reserves.
B. The market value of fossil fuel companies.
C. The environmental damage from cutting trees.
D. The cost of planting trees to offset emissions.
13 Which of the following is the experts’ opinion according to paragraph 4
A. Fossil fuels are safe. B. Tree planting is simple.
C. Tree planting has its value. D. Carbon offsetting is unnecessary.
14. What do Jonathan Foley’s words mainly suggest
A. Emissions should be reduced first. B. Trees are the best to clean emissions.
C. Taps are less important than sponges. D. Running helps reduce carbon emissions.
15. This text is most likely taken from ______.
A. a fashion magazine B. a children’s storybook
C. a travel guide D. a scientific journal
【答案】12. D 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。
Is there a right or wrong way on how to view art Whether we admit it or not, we’ve all had that moment of uncertainty while viewing art. However, that you’re not an expert doesn’t mean you can’t understand art. ____16____.
Determine the basics
When you first see an artwork, identify some basic information about it. Try to determine its medium (材料). If it’s a painting, see if you can figure out the type of paint used. ____17____. These observations can build a foundation for better understanding.
____18____
Artists are masters of drawing attention. They usually have a plan for how your vision should move across the artwork. Taking note of what you notice first is a useful way to begin your experience. For example, it is said that Renaissance artists would refer to their paintings as “machines”. Their intention was to allow viewers to move their eyes smoothly through the work of art with clarity (清晰) and balance.
Do some homework
You don’t need a background in art to appreciate it, but having some knowledge doesn’t hurt, either. If a work of art catches your attention, do a little research, read an exhibition’s catalogue (目录) or speak to the art team. ____19____.
Feel the artwork
____20____. Is the artwork artful or dramatic How does it affect your feelings Do you feel sad, happy or angry These questions require immediate reactions. They can be subjective, but they are worth considering, because art is about the artist communicating and expressing ideas.
A. Notice your eye movements
B. Spend some time with artists
C. All these can deepen your appreciation
D. Recognize your feelings as you first view the art
E. You can also identify the artist and when it was created
F. Try these tips next time you’re viewing art, and they might help you
G. You’d be surprised by the knowledge you can acquire when interpreting art
【答案】16. F 17. E 18. A 19. C 20. D
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。
Yoshie Minamidani is a survivor of the 7.6 magnitude earthquake. It ____21____ Wajima in Ishikawa Prefecture and nearby regions on New Year’s Day, leaving at least 202 people ____22____, scores missing and buildings in ruins — including Minamidani’s seafood store.
Minamidani could hardly ____23____ when she first saw the entire store burned down by a fire. Many in Wajima, including Minamidani, found their homes too ____24____ to live in. Now Minamidani is staying in a nearby house with her husband, two children, and other relatives who have ____25____ their homes.
Minamidani counts herself ____26____. She was in the car with her family, on their way to a temple to celebrate New Year’s Day, when the big quake hit. None of them were injured.
Minamidani first opened her store three decades ago when she was 17. She ____27____ that business connects people. Customers come to her ____28____ not just for the fish, but to ____29____ her — so she always keeps smiling.
She has already _____30_____ others in Wajima to rent a place in nearby Kanazawa where they can _____31_____ their fish businesses together. They may have to use _____32_____ caught in other ports, as Wajima’s port and the boats there were _____33_____ damaged — more time is needed before they can go back out to _____34_____. Some in Wajima have _____35_____ and are leaving, but she is staying and will bring Wajima back, Minamidani said.
21. A. stopped B. created C. benefitted D. shook
22. A. proud B. guilty C. dead D. grateful
23. A. speak B. refuse C. study D. escape
24. A. outdated B. far C. small D. damaged
25. A. built B. lost C. bought D. visited
26. A. lucky B. kind C. honest D. careful
27. A. predicts B. believes C. promises D. worries
28. A. backyard B. office C. apartment D. store
29. A. charge B. represent C. see D. understand
30. A. beaten B. joined C. allowed D. ordered
31. A. restart B. replace C. remember D. recommend
32. A. fruits B. meat C. vegetables D. fish
33. A. secretly B. badly C. partly D. possibly
34. A. school B. bed C. sea D. dinner
35. A. checked out B. waken up C. given up D. lain down
【答案】21. D 22. C 23. A 24. D 25. B 26. A 27. B 28. D 29. C 30. B 31. A 32. D 33. B 34. C 35. C
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。
A fashion company ____36____ (establish) in October 2021 by a team of students from Zhejiang University of Finance and Economics are bringing artificial intelligence (AI) to the world of traditional Chinese clothing — known as qipao. The students added modern elements, patterns ____37____ design concepts to traditional qipao, making the clothing more ____38____ (appeal) to the younger generation.
They ____39____ (introduce） their designs by having international students wear the clothing in Chinese fashion shows on campus three years ago. These opportunities led the team start on the path of qipao design ____40____ initially focused on creative design and user analysis.
The key ____41____ their success is creating the largest database of qipao samples in China. These designs are now used to train AI models, which help generate altogether new qipao patterns.
Using AI is ____42____ major breakthrough for qipao. The designs are updated and fresh, based on the ____43____ (inform) in the database. This creative approach has ____44____ (significant) reduced the design cycle from 10 or 15 days to just two.
Today, the team’s qipao can _____45_____ (find) in eight countries, with 46 stores abroad, mainly in Southeast Asia. Clients can also order custom-made qipao, with details tailored to their preferences.
【答案】36. established
37. and 38. appealing
39. introduced
40. who 41. to
42. a 43. information
44. significantly
45. be found
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华, 你的英语老师要求你们在下周的英语课上分享一次自己的幽默经历。请你准备一份发言稿, 内容包括:
1. 讲述你的幽默故事;
2. 描述你的感受。
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。
Hello, everyone!
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【答案】Hello, everyone!
I’m Li Hua. I’d like to share a funny incident that happened to me last week. I was rushing to school and accidentally put on two different shoes. When I got to class, my friends couldn’t stop laughing. It was embarrassing at first, but I soon realized the humor in the situation.
I felt a bit silly, but it also taught me to slow down and pay more attention to details. It’s a day I won’t forget, and it’s a great reminder to find humor in life’s small things.
Thank you for listening!
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。
My teenage daughter and her classmates signed up for a race — a 5K (3.1 miles) this Saturday morning, and I, aged 50, intended to return to bed once I dropped her off. However, my daughter advised me to participate in the race with her, too, since it was a great way to work out. Shaking my head, I refused. I wasn’t confident that I was able to finish this race. I had been working full - time, attending school and raising a family. I had never run a race before. In fact, I hadn’t been physically active at all during the last three years.
When the day finally came, I drank my coffee and rushed out the door with my daughter. When we arrived, I saw the crowd, among whom a woman runner who was elder than me by roughly 15 years as well as my daughter’s pregnant (怀孕的) teacher impressed me most.
Seeing the excitement on their faces, I felt that I should run with my daughter even though I had believed that I couldn’t do it. I decided to register for the race on the spot. My daughter felt happy and supportive about my change of heart. What’s more, she advised me to run past someone every once in a while.
Standing in a crowd of people, I heard the gun go off to signify the start of the race. Everyone else was running, so I ran too. But I was the last. The crowd pulled ahead quickly, and I no longer saw my daughter. The sea of runners disappeared over a hill, and I was left with the elder woman.
It wasn’t long before I began to walk, and the woman did the same. Soon she began to run again. I could not let her beat me, so I began to run too. We continued this series of running and walking, and I passed her. Then I saw a group of women running with a small child. They couldn’t go any faster because the child was running at a child’s pace, which involved a lot of complaints by the child. I passed them.
注意：1.续写词数应为150个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
I came upon my daughter’s pregnant teacher.
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I ran through the crossroads and to the finish line to find my daughter waiting for me.
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【答案】I came upon my daughter’s pregnant teacher. She was taking slow, careful strides, clearly focused on finishing the race rather than competing. I remembered my daughter’s advice and felt a surge of determination. I decided to run alongside her for a bit, sharing a few encouraging words. “You’re doing great!” I said, matching her pace. We exchanged smiles, and I found motivation in her steady rhythm. As we approached a hill, I urged her to push through, reminding her that we were almost there.
I ran through the crossroads and to the finish line to find my daughter waiting for me. Her face lit up with excitement as she saw me approaching, and I felt a rush of pride wash over me. I crossed the finish line, breathless but exhilarated. She ran towards me, wrapping her arms around me in a hug. “You did it, Mom!” she exclaimed, her eyes shining. I couldn’t believe I had completed the race, and it felt incredible to share this moment with her. In that instant, I realized that I had not only conquered my fears but also strengthened my bond with my daughter.