江西省萍乡市2025-2026学年高二上学期期中考试英语试卷（含答案）

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萍乡市2025—2026学年度第一学期期中考试
高二英语试卷
试卷共8页，67小题，满分150分。考试用时120分钟。
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号等填写在答题卡指定位置上。
2. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应題目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷
上无效。
3. 考生必须保持答题卡的整洁。考试结束后，请将答题卡交回。
第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）
做题时，先将答案标任试卷上，录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。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. What seems to be the woman’s problem
A. Making phone calls. B. Struggling to focus. C. Reading comprehension.
2. What made the man happy about his trip
A. The woman’s help. B. Catching the train on time. C. His friend’s help.
3. How long does the man want to use the car
A. At least 5 days. B. At least 6 days. C. At least 7 days.
4. What does the woman think of the football match
A. Upsetting. B. Exciting. C. Surprising.
5. What is the probable relationship between Mary and the man
A. Boss and employee. B. Colleagues. C. Strangers.
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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 the woman do in the park
A. She played in the sandbox.
B She went to the jungle gym.
C. She went on the seesaw.
7. Why does the man suggest the woman go to the park more
A. It’s fun for Kenny. B. She needs exercise. C. Kenny prefers her company.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题
8. What interested Amber before
A. Photography. B. Scuba diving. C. Planting flowers.
9. What can we know about Amber’s cooking class
A. It covers Spanish and Indian cuisines.
B. It is taught at a local restaurant.
C. Its instructors are native to cuisine origins.
10. How much does Amber pay a week on her new hobby
A. $90. B. $180. C. $270.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. Why does the man choose to stay in the dorm room
A. He wants to save money.
B. It’s the only option available.
C. He enjoys sharing rooms with others.
12. Where can the man store his belongings
A. At the reception desk. B. In a private room. C. In a locker under his bed.
13. What can be learned about the man’s stay
A. There is no bathroom for him.
B. The fee for tonight is 30 dollars.
C. He can get coffee and muffins for free.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. What is the main topic of the conversation
A. Grizzly bear protection. B. Environment protection. C. Wildlife corridors.
15. What is the problem faced by grizzly bears
A. Lack of food. B. Disruption of habitats. C. Overpopulation.
16. What does the man think of the experts’ first suggestion
A. It’s unlikely to happen. B. It’s financially demanding. C. It’s already been adopted.
17. What is one solution the experts suggest
A. Building wildlife passages. B. Providing various food. C. Increasing land development.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What can we know about St. Paul’s Cathedral
A. It’s the largest domed church in the world.
B. It was completed in the 18th century.
C. It’s 355 feet higher than central London.
19. Who will visit St. Paul’s Cathedral according to the speaker
A. Local historians and wedding planners.
B. City view lovers and art lovers.
C. Architecture students and politicians.
20. What event took place at St. Paul’s Cathedral
A. The wedding of Prince Charles.
B. The funeral of Lady Diana.
C. Painting show of Sir James Thornhill.
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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
Michigan, nicknamed “Pure Michigan,” offers year-round outdoor recreation. Its national parks, blessed with forests, lakes, and beaches, provide activities from kayaking (皮划艇) in July to cross-country skiing in January.
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
On Lake Superior, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore features colorful sandstone cliffs like Chapel Rock and Miners Castle. Year-round activities include camping, hiking, snowshoeing, ice climbing, and cross-country skiing. Visitors can explore the 19th-century-AuSable Light Station and take glass-bottom boat tours to see shipwreck remains in warmer months.
Iste Royale National Park
Isle Royale National Park, a remote Lake Superior island with a short season from April 15 to November 1, is among the nation’s least-visited parks. Accessible only by ferry, seaplane, or private boat, cars are not allowed. Accommodations range from Rock Harbor Lodge to rustic Windigo Camper Cabins, with backpack camping also available. It’s a haven for kayakers and canoers, and moose (驼鹿) sightings are frequent.
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore boasts the world’s largest freshwater sand dunes (沙丘), which feature 450-foot bluffs, along 35 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline. It also includes North and South Manitou Islands. Camping is available year-round. Popular activities include hiking the bluffs, visiting an 1871 lighthouse on South Manitou Island, and exploring the Port Oneida historic farm district. Winter brings ice fishing, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and sledding on the dunes.
River Raisiu National Battlefield Park
River Raisin National Battlefield Park commemorates the War of 1812’s January 1813 battles, where Tecumseh’s American Indian confederation (联盟) declared victory. Located 35 miles south of Detroit, the park features cannons and monuments telling the battle’s story. It combines education with outdoor recreation like hiking and biking. No camping is available directly in the park, but nearby campgrounds exist.
1. What do the national parks have in common
A. They all offer ice climbing in winter. B. They are all located on islands.
C. They all have historical lighthouses. D. They all offer outdoor recreational activities.
2. Which park is linked to historical battles and education
A. Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore B. Isle Royale National Park
C. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore D. River Raisin National Battlefield Park
3. Where is the text most likely taken from
A. A historical research paper. B. A travel promotion brochure.
C. A geography textbook. D. A wildlife protection report.
B
Reporters rushed to find Rehan Sujeewa Staton a handful of years ago when news broke that a sanitation(公共卫生) worker had been accepted to Harvard Law School. Their various versions of a self-made American success story went viral.
Now, as Staton prepares to graduate, he wants to make one thing crystal clear: It wasn’t just him, but the people around him that made it all possible in very direct and sometimes surprising ways. “I worked for a trash company. where my co-workers told me that I should go to college instead. I had a boss who let me leave work and go to school. I had a cousin who helped me study for the Law School Admission Test. My brother dropped out of college to help with the family finances. My dad sacrificed a lot for me. I could keep going down this list. I got lucky, but I made the most of my luck,” he said.
From early on Staton understood the instability of life. He and his brother were raised by their dad. The family of three struggled to make ends meet. After high school, Staton got a job at a trash and recycling company. It motivated him to find his way to the University of Maryland while continuing to work. Staton cleaned garbage containers and collected trash from 4 a.m. until 7 a.m., and after that, he would go to classes. The desire for a better life for him and his family was the main reason why Staton applied to law school.
At Harvard Law School, Staton found a community of professors, classmates, administrators and staff who helped him to get through. To show his gratitude to the service staff, he raised money to give 100 gift certificates to each service worker of Harvard Law School and founded “The Reciprocity(互助) Effect” to honor other such workers at universities and corporate institutions.
“I didn’t want to change after going to Law School,” he said. “The allure(诱惑) is huge. I went to work in fancy places. I made cool connections and friendships. But I don’t want to forget who I am.”
4. What made Staton the focus of reporters’ attention
A. His donation to service workers. B. His admission to Harvard.
C. His popularity on social media. D. His job as a cleaner.
5. What does Staton consider crucial to his success
A. Assistance from others. B. Academic environments.
C. Access to educational opportunities. D. A bit of luck.
6. Why did Staton refuse to change after attending Law School
A. He valued his personal connections over success.
B. He was quite content with his present life.
C. He wanted to stay true to his roots and values.
D. He was not ready to let go of his past experiences.
7. What can we learn from the story
A. The early bird catches the worm.
B. Two heads are better than one.
C. A grateful heart is a beginning of greatness.
D. A rising tide lifts all boats.
C
Our earliest ancestors trapped or hunted what meat they ate. When we learned to domesticate (驯化) animals, we raised them on our land, or we wandered the land with our herds. No matter which tribe we belonged to, our animals were our property. We ate their flesh in small portions, and we ate almost every bit of them, especially the poorest among us.
The Industrial Revolution changed meat. In the 19th century, refrigeration enabled meat to be trucked in from far away, or shipped from even further away, which eventually led to the destroying of forests in places like Brazil. Production then became more efficient. By the late 1940s, antibiotics (抗生素) became routine in chicken feed. By the late 1990s, genetically modified (转基因的) corn and soy brought abundant crops of animal feed. Animals were bred to be bigger and faster-growing. In the U.S., government subsidies (补贴) helped: free groundwater, federally backed loans, price guarantees for feed crops. And meat went big.
Today the $1 trillion global meat industry is dominated by a handful of companies, including JBS, Cargill, and Tyson. Since 1961, meat production has increased four times, dwarfing the growth in the human population, which merely doubled.
Meat went from being special to being an everyday right. The more we developed, the more flesh we ate. China’s meat consumption jumped sharply, from about 6.6 pounds per person in 1961 to more than 140 pounds in 2024. But the United States became the lions of Planet Carnivore (食肉动物). On average, Americans went from eating around 207 pounds of meat in 1961 to 280 pounds in 2024, and chicken came to dominate.
It wasn’t just chicken consumption that changed. Follow a chicken truck to the butchery — continued forest destruction, an alarming rise in antibiotic-resistant bacteria, ever-increasing greenhouse gas emissions — and you realize what a dark shadow we have cast over where we live.
8. How did the Industrial Revolution affect meat
A. It caused a sharp fall in the price of meat.
B. It decreased the nutritional value of meat.
C. It revolutionized meat production and distribution.
D. It restricted the use of antibiotics in meat.
9. What does the underlined word “dwarfing” mean in paragraph 3
A. Negatively impacting something. B. Greatly expanding something.
C. Matching something in number. D. Making something seem small.
10. How does the author show the rapid increase in meat consumption
A. By introducing a concept. B. By giving explanations.
C. By making a comparison. D. By making a prediction.
11. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. Antibiotics Have Transformed Chicken Feed
B. Our Taste for Flesh Has Exhausted the Earth
C. Global Companies Dominate Meat Industry
D. Meat Production Results in Forest Destruction
D
In cultures worldwide, toys have been used to teach children about the society they live in. Recent research reveals that giving the wrong toys may have contributed to the downfall of the Norse settlers who came to Greenland from Iceland.
Arriving in 985, the Norse thrived for a few centuries but was forced to abandon Greenland by 1400. In contrast, the Inuit people, arriving around 1000, endured long after the Norse left. This difference has puzzled archaeologists for decades. One idea was that the Norse did not eat more seafood when farming conditions worsened. But studies of Norse teeth show that they did turn to the ocean for food. Archaeologists agree that the Inuits adapted successfully while the Norse did not, but nobody knows why.
To try to answer the question the researchers looked at as many toys as they could find that had once been played with by the children of either culture. The Norse settlements yielded 72. The Inuit settlements, located in similar environmental conditions, yielded 2,397. The researchers then assigned each toy to one of five categories, including toys of weapons, tools, forms of transport, for social play and for skill play. They also determined approximate times for when the toys were made.
The categorisation process revealed that the Inuit children not only had more toys available to them, but that these toys were more diverse. Most importantly, it was found that the differences in the number and diversity of toys grew dramatically over time.
As the years went by, toys associated with hunting at sea became more common among the Inuit, but the Norse continued to give their children figurines of horses and birds. In essence, say the researchers, the Norse were adapting their lives to their new environment but continuing to gift old-fashioned toys.
Though the lack of toys may indicate that Norse society was less creative from the start, the researchers argue that their tendency to give irrelevant toys intensified any initial lack of creativity and ultimately reduced their chances of survival. In contrast, the Inuits’ preference for diverse and relevant toys paved the way for their children to be more innovative and adaptive. A lesson for parents if ever there was one.
12. What did the toy study aim to further investigate
A. The Norse’s dietary change. B. The Norse’s failure to endure.
C. The Inuits’ fishing advantage. D. The Inuits’ success in farming.
13. What was a major advantage that Inuit toys had over Norse toys
A. Safety. B. Diversity. C. Interactivity. D. Portability.
14. What lesson can modern parents draw from the study
A. Provide a wide range of play opportunities. B. Emphasize toys that promote imagination.
C. Choose toys that develop real-world skills. D. Encourage cooperative role-playing games.
15. Which of the following best reflects the main idea of the text
A. Survival is a case of child’s play. B. Sticking to cultural essence is vital.
C. Innovation comes naturally over time. D. Cultural adaptation relies on children.
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能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
How to Use Your Inner Voice
We all have an inner voice, and while it can be supportive, it can also become overly critical. The good news: ___16___ Here are three science-backed strategies to refine (改善) your inner dialogue, inspired by the groundbreaking work of psychologist Ethan Kross.
Distancing Ourselves from Negative Thoughts
____17____ Kross’s research on self-distancing offers a powerful solution. By referring to yourself in the third person or using your own name, you create psychological distance which reduces emotional reactivity. For instance, instead of thinking, “I’m failing”, try telling yourself, “[Add Your Name], you’re learning through this challenge.” This simple shift can help you approach problems with clarity and objectivity.
Inner Coach vs. Inner Critic
____18____ It helps us plan, solve problems, and motivate ourselves. But it can also make us more anxious and hurt our relationships. Kross recommends that we should make the most of its good points while keeping its bad ones in check. When you’re faced with self-criticism, try shifting to your inner coach for guidance. These slight changes in how we talk to ourselves can lower our stress and help us solve problems better.
____19____
Building a constructive inner voice requires practice. Just before bed, journal about a moment where positive self-talk helped you. Reflect on how it shaped your response and what you can carry into tomorrow. Over time, this habit can help reinforce a growth mindset and prepare you to tackle challenges with more confidence.
Conclusion
By practicing self-distancing, reframing criticism, and reflecting on positive moments, you can turn your inner voice into a source of strength and clarity. ____20____
A. Our inner voice cuts both ways.
B. Talking to yourself during tough times.
C. Growing through Positive Self-Dialogue
D. Feeling overwhelmed by your inner critic
E. Self-talk can be transformed into a tool for growth and success.
F. We can learn to identify negative thought patterns and avoid them.
G. Start today — because your inner voice shapes how you show up in the world.
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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Hannah, an adventurous girl, lived on a small village in a land far away. All of the villagers were used to their ____21____ tasks and very few had the will to try something new. Unlike them, Hannah loved to ____22____ and would spend hours in the woods looking for new things.
One afternoon, she ____23____ an abandoned cottage. With curiosity she slowly opened the door and was left ____24____. In front of her was a room full of books glittering in the dust! She gasped as she ____25____ that she had found a hidden treasure. She ____26____ two and decided to read them at her home.
From that day on, Hannah ____27____ read the books, which took her to a world of talking animals, mystical creatures, and daring knights. She read about characters who faced ____28____ with their determination and characters who bravely ____29____ for good. She learned the power of love and friendship, and that the true strength lies within one’s own ____30____!
With the good in heart, Hannah started to ____31____ the gold from the tales with the people of her village. Soon, the ____32____ of Hannah’s storytelling spread. People traveled from different places to listen to her stories. ____33____. Hannah started writing stories of her own too!
Hannah’s passion and ____34____ blew life into the tales and her words breathed new life into countless souls. She became a signal of ____35____, a reminder for everyone that even in the dustiest corners, there can be a hidden treasure.
21. A. boring B. challenging C. fruitless D. urgent
22. A. camp B. detect C. explore D. relax
23. A. came upon B. cycled around C. dropped by D. stepped into
24. A. confused B. amazed C. disappointed D. relieved
25. A. claimed B. clarified C. predicted D. realized
26. A. bought B. checked C. picked D. searched
27. A. eagerly B. cautiously C. patiently D. roughly
28. A. accidents B. conflicts C. doubts D. hardships
29. A. called B. prepared C. struggled D. waited
30. A. fists B. brain C. eyes D. heart
31. A. adapt B. share C. read D. tell
32. A. ambition B. benefit C. evidence D. word
33. A. Convinced B. Entertained C. Inspired D. Touched
34. A. confidence B. dedication C. interest D. tolerance
35. A. hope B. beauty C. love D. success
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
Nüwa is sometimes referred to respectfully as wā huáng which translates literally as “Empress Huang”. Nüwa’s mother is the goddess Huaxu, ____36____ became suddenly pregnant when she was wandering the universe and stepped in a footprint ____37____ (leave) by the god of thunder, Leigong. Then she gave birth to Fuxi who is seen as the ____38____ (invent) of hunting, cooking, and the Chinese writing system.
One version of the story of Nüwa Repairs the Sky says that after she had done, she was so ____39____ (tire) that she lay down to rest and died from exhaustion. Another version says that while ____40____ (work), she discovered there wasn’t enough stone to fix the sky, so she sacrificed ____41____ (she) to use her body to fill the last bits. Either way, order was restored to earth and humanity was able to live ____42____ (peace) once again. Although she did her best, Nüwa couldn’t get the sky and earth to align (对齐) exactly the way it had been before. The earth became permanently tilted and that’s why it’s said that all of the rivers in China run in a Southeastern direction.
Nüwa is ____43____ important figure in popular culture. Though many temples dedicated to Nüwa and her brother Fuxi can ____44____ (find) throughout the Chinese-speaking world, her most important temple is located in Hebei Province and is seen as the ancestral shrine of all humans.
March 18th of the lunar calendar is the birthday of Nüwa. So every year from March 1st ____45____ 18th of the lunar calendar, people from Shanxi, Hebei, Shandong and Henan Provinces come to She County on a pilgrimage to Nüwa.
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，你的英国笔友Chris听说中国高中普遍实行了双休政策（two-day weekend policy），发来邮件询问这给你的生活带来了怎样的变化。请给他回复邮件，内容包括：
1. 简述你双休日的总体安排；
2. 重点分享一个你认为最积极的改变。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80个左右；
2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3. 请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
Dear Chris,
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
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 sister Sumi is a single mother, and her daughter Anna has always been called “Number 23.” Every time the school released exam results, Anna would end up in 23rd place among the 50 pupils. Always 23, regardless of topic or term. The nickname always filled Sumi with concern.
Sumi now runs a service firm that plans small events—outdoor trips for staff and their families, or weekend parties. The discussion nearly always turns to their children, since most of her clients are parents. You know how it goes—one parent discusses their child’s piano honors, another boasts about Math Olympiads or leadership responsibilities. Sumi would simply sit there, softly nodding, feeling uncomfortable. While others were honoring these “great youngsters,” all she could think about was Anna and her Number 23.
At a family get-together, as lunch concluded, someone playfully asked the youngsters what they wanted to be when they grew up. Bold, ambitious answers filled the room: “I want to be a pianist!” “I want to be a famous actor!” “I want to be a politician!” “I’ll start a business and make tons of money!” Adults applauded each declaration, celebrating these impressive dreams.
Anna, however, didn’t answer. She was quietly helping-bringing cups of soup, handing out cookies—content in her own little world. The relative then prompted. “Anna, what do you want to be ” Anna paused, then smiled. “Uncle, I want to be a Montessori teacher. I love tiny kids, dancing, singing, and playing.” The lively room fell silent.
Sumi’s heart sank with embarrassment, fearing the quiet meant adults found Anna’s dream small or unimpressive. Yet, Anna remained calm, her gentle smile unwavering(坚定的), as if she knew a profound truth about her path’s value and joy, a truth the adults, caught in worldly expectations, hadn’t grasped.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
An elderly aunt broke into warm applause.
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For the first time. Sumi saw “Number 23” not as a shortcoming.
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答案版
萍乡市2025—2026学年度第一学期期中考试
高二英语试卷
试卷共8页，67小题，满分150分。考试用时120分钟。
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号等填写在答题卡指定位置上。
2. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应題目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷
上无效。
3. 考生必须保持答题卡的整洁。考试结束后，请将答题卡交回。
第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）
做题时，先将答案标任试卷上，录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。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. What seems to be the woman’s problem
A. Making phone calls. B. Struggling to focus. C. Reading comprehension.
2. What made the man happy about his trip
A. The woman’s help. B. Catching the train on time. C. His friend’s help.
3. How long does the man want to use the car
A. At least 5 days. B. At least 6 days. C. At least 7 days.
4. What does the woman think of the football match
A. Upsetting. B. Exciting. C. Surprising.
5. What is the probable relationship between Mary and the man
A. Boss and employee. B. Colleagues. C. Strangers.
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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 the woman do in the park
A. She played in the sandbox.
B She went to the jungle gym.
C. She went on the seesaw.
7. Why does the man suggest the woman go to the park more
A. It’s fun for Kenny. B. She needs exercise. C. Kenny prefers her company.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题
8. What interested Amber before
A. Photography. B. Scuba diving. C. Planting flowers.
9. What can we know about Amber’s cooking class
A. It covers Spanish and Indian cuisines.
B. It is taught at a local restaurant.
C. Its instructors are native to cuisine origins.
10. How much does Amber pay a week on her new hobby
A. $90. B. $180. C. $270.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. Why does the man choose to stay in the dorm room
A. He wants to save money.
B. It’s the only option available.
C. He enjoys sharing rooms with others.
12. Where can the man store his belongings
A. At the reception desk. B. In a private room. C. In a locker under his bed.
13. What can be learned about the man’s stay
A. There is no bathroom for him.
B. The fee for tonight is 30 dollars.
C. He can get coffee and muffins for free.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. What is the main topic of the conversation
A. Grizzly bear protection. B. Environment protection. C. Wildlife corridors.
15. What is the problem faced by grizzly bears
A. Lack of food. B. Disruption of habitats. C. Overpopulation.
16. What does the man think of the experts’ first suggestion
A. It’s unlikely to happen. B. It’s financially demanding. C. It’s already been adopted.
17. What is one solution the experts suggest
A. Building wildlife passages. B. Providing various food. C. Increasing land development.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What can we know about St. Paul’s Cathedral
A. It’s the largest domed church in the world.
B. It was completed in the 18th century.
C. It’s 355 feet higher than central London.
19. Who will visit St. Paul’s Cathedral according to the speaker
A. Local historians and wedding planners.
B. City view lovers and art lovers.
C. Architecture students and politicians.
20. What event took place at St. Paul’s Cathedral
A. The wedding of Prince Charles.
B. The funeral of Lady Diana.
C. Painting show of Sir James Thornhill.
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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
Michigan, nicknamed “Pure Michigan,” offers year-round outdoor recreation. Its national parks, blessed with forests, lakes, and beaches, provide activities from kayaking (皮划艇) in July to cross-country skiing in January.
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
On Lake Superior, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore features colorful sandstone cliffs like Chapel Rock and Miners Castle. Year-round activities include camping, hiking, snowshoeing, ice climbing, and cross-country skiing. Visitors can explore the 19th-century-AuSable Light Station and take glass-bottom boat tours to see shipwreck remains in warmer months.
Iste Royale National Park
Isle Royale National Park, a remote Lake Superior island with a short season from April 15 to November 1, is among the nation’s least-visited parks. Accessible only by ferry, seaplane, or private boat, cars are not allowed. Accommodations range from Rock Harbor Lodge to rustic Windigo Camper Cabins, with backpack camping also available. It’s a haven for kayakers and canoers, and moose (驼鹿) sightings are frequent.
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore boasts the world’s largest freshwater sand dunes (沙丘), which feature 450-foot bluffs, along 35 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline. It also includes North and South Manitou Islands. Camping is available year-round. Popular activities include hiking the bluffs, visiting an 1871 lighthouse on South Manitou Island, and exploring the Port Oneida historic farm district. Winter brings ice fishing, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and sledding on the dunes.
River Raisiu National Battlefield Park
River Raisin National Battlefield Park commemorates the War of 1812’s January 1813 battles, where Tecumseh’s American Indian confederation (联盟) declared victory. Located 35 miles south of Detroit, the park features cannons and monuments telling the battle’s story. It combines education with outdoor recreation like hiking and biking. No camping is available directly in the park, but nearby campgrounds exist.
1. What do the national parks have in common
A. They all offer ice climbing in winter. B. They are all located on islands.
C. They all have historical lighthouses. D. They all offer outdoor recreational activities.
2. Which park is linked to historical battles and education
A. Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore B. Isle Royale National Park
C. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore D. River Raisin National Battlefield Park
3. Where is the text most likely taken from
A. A historical research paper. B. A travel promotion brochure.
C. A geography textbook. D. A wildlife protection report.
【答案】1. D 2. D 3. B
B
Reporters rushed to find Rehan Sujeewa Staton a handful of years ago when news broke that a sanitation(公共卫生) worker had been accepted to Harvard Law School. Their various versions of a self-made American success story went viral.
Now, as Staton prepares to graduate, he wants to make one thing crystal clear: It wasn’t just him, but the people around him that made it all possible in very direct and sometimes surprising ways. “I worked for a trash company. where my co-workers told me that I should go to college instead. I had a boss who let me leave work and go to school. I had a cousin who helped me study for the Law School Admission Test. My brother dropped out of college to help with the family finances. My dad sacrificed a lot for me. I could keep going down this list. I got lucky, but I made the most of my luck,” he said.
From early on Staton understood the instability of life. He and his brother were raised by their dad. The family of three struggled to make ends meet. After high school, Staton got a job at a trash and recycling company. It motivated him to find his way to the University of Maryland while continuing to work. Staton cleaned garbage containers and collected trash from 4 a.m. until 7 a.m., and after that, he would go to classes. The desire for a better life for him and his family was the main reason why Staton applied to law school.
At Harvard Law School, Staton found a community of professors, classmates, administrators and staff who helped him to get through. To show his gratitude to the service staff, he raised money to give 100 gift certificates to each service worker of Harvard Law School and founded “The Reciprocity(互助) Effect” to honor other such workers at universities and corporate institutions.
“I didn’t want to change after going to Law School,” he said. “The allure(诱惑) is huge. I went to work in fancy places. I made cool connections and friendships. But I don’t want to forget who I am.”
4. What made Staton the focus of reporters’ attention
A. His donation to service workers. B. His admission to Harvard.
C. His popularity on social media. D. His job as a cleaner.
5. What does Staton consider crucial to his success
A. Assistance from others. B. Academic environments.
C. Access to educational opportunities. D. A bit of luck.
6. Why did Staton refuse to change after attending Law School
A. He valued his personal connections over success.
B. He was quite content with his present life.
C. He wanted to stay true to his roots and values.
D. He was not ready to let go of his past experiences.
7. What can we learn from the story
A. The early bird catches the worm.
B. Two heads are better than one.
C. A grateful heart is a beginning of greatness.
D. A rising tide lifts all boats.
【答案】4. B 5. A 6. C 7. C
C
Our earliest ancestors trapped or hunted what meat they ate. When we learned to domesticate (驯化) animals, we raised them on our land, or we wandered the land with our herds. No matter which tribe we belonged to, our animals were our property. We ate their flesh in small portions, and we ate almost every bit of them, especially the poorest among us.
The Industrial Revolution changed meat. In the 19th century, refrigeration enabled meat to be trucked in from far away, or shipped from even further away, which eventually led to the destroying of forests in places like Brazil. Production then became more efficient. By the late 1940s, antibiotics (抗生素) became routine in chicken feed. By the late 1990s, genetically modified (转基因的) corn and soy brought abundant crops of animal feed. Animals were bred to be bigger and faster-growing. In the U.S., government subsidies (补贴) helped: free groundwater, federally backed loans, price guarantees for feed crops. And meat went big.
Today the $1 trillion global meat industry is dominated by a handful of companies, including JBS, Cargill, and Tyson. Since 1961, meat production has increased four times, dwarfing the growth in the human population, which merely doubled.
Meat went from being special to being an everyday right. The more we developed, the more flesh we ate. China’s meat consumption jumped sharply, from about 6.6 pounds per person in 1961 to more than 140 pounds in 2024. But the United States became the lions of Planet Carnivore (食肉动物). On average, Americans went from eating around 207 pounds of meat in 1961 to 280 pounds in 2024, and chicken came to dominate.
It wasn’t just chicken consumption that changed. Follow a chicken truck to the butchery — continued forest destruction, an alarming rise in antibiotic-resistant bacteria, ever-increasing greenhouse gas emissions — and you realize what a dark shadow we have cast over where we live.
8. How did the Industrial Revolution affect meat
A. It caused a sharp fall in the price of meat.
B. It decreased the nutritional value of meat.
C. It revolutionized meat production and distribution.
D. It restricted the use of antibiotics in meat.
9. What does the underlined word “dwarfing” mean in paragraph 3
A. Negatively impacting something. B. Greatly expanding something.
C. Matching something in number. D. Making something seem small.
10. How does the author show the rapid increase in meat consumption
A. By introducing a concept. B. By giving explanations.
C. By making a comparison. D. By making a prediction.
11. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. Antibiotics Have Transformed Chicken Feed
B. Our Taste for Flesh Has Exhausted the Earth
C. Global Companies Dominate Meat Industry
D. Meat Production Results in Forest Destruction
【答案】8. C 9. D 10. C 11. B
D
In cultures worldwide, toys have been used to teach children about the society they live in. Recent research reveals that giving the wrong toys may have contributed to the downfall of the Norse settlers who came to Greenland from Iceland.
Arriving in 985, the Norse thrived for a few centuries but was forced to abandon Greenland by 1400. In contrast, the Inuit people, arriving around 1000, endured long after the Norse left. This difference has puzzled archaeologists for decades. One idea was that the Norse did not eat more seafood when farming conditions worsened. But studies of Norse teeth show that they did turn to the ocean for food. Archaeologists agree that the Inuits adapted successfully while the Norse did not, but nobody knows why.
To try to answer the question the researchers looked at as many toys as they could find that had once been played with by the children of either culture. The Norse settlements yielded 72. The Inuit settlements, located in similar environmental conditions, yielded 2,397. The researchers then assigned each toy to one of five categories, including toys of weapons, tools, forms of transport, for social play and for skill play. They also determined approximate times for when the toys were made.
The categorisation process revealed that the Inuit children not only had more toys available to them, but that these toys were more diverse. Most importantly, it was found that the differences in the number and diversity of toys grew dramatically over time.
As the years went by, toys associated with hunting at sea became more common among the Inuit, but the Norse continued to give their children figurines of horses and birds. In essence, say the researchers, the Norse were adapting their lives to their new environment but continuing to gift old-fashioned toys.
Though the lack of toys may indicate that Norse society was less creative from the start, the researchers argue that their tendency to give irrelevant toys intensified any initial lack of creativity and ultimately reduced their chances of survival. In contrast, the Inuits’ preference for diverse and relevant toys paved the way for their children to be more innovative and adaptive. A lesson for parents if ever there was one.
12. What did the toy study aim to further investigate
A. The Norse’s dietary change. B. The Norse’s failure to endure.
C. The Inuits’ fishing advantage. D. The Inuits’ success in farming.
13. What was a major advantage that Inuit toys had over Norse toys
A. Safety. B. Diversity. C. Interactivity. D. Portability.
14. What lesson can modern parents draw from the study
A. Provide a wide range of play opportunities. B. Emphasize toys that promote imagination.
C. Choose toys that develop real-world skills. D. Encourage cooperative role-playing games.
15. Which of the following best reflects the main idea of the text
A. Survival is a case of child’s play. B. Sticking to cultural essence is vital.
C. Innovation comes naturally over time. D. Cultural adaptation relies on children.
【答案】12. B 13. B 14. C 15. A
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能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
How to Use Your Inner Voice
We all have an inner voice, and while it can be supportive, it can also become overly critical. The good news: ___16___ Here are three science-backed strategies to refine (改善) your inner dialogue, inspired by the groundbreaking work of psychologist Ethan Kross.
Distancing Ourselves from Negative Thoughts
____17____ Kross’s research on self-distancing offers a powerful solution. By referring to yourself in the third person or using your own name, you create psychological distance which reduces emotional reactivity. For instance, instead of thinking, “I’m failing”, try telling yourself, “[Add Your Name], you’re learning through this challenge.” This simple shift can help you approach problems with clarity and objectivity.
Inner Coach vs. Inner Critic
____18____ It helps us plan, solve problems, and motivate ourselves. But it can also make us more anxious and hurt our relationships. Kross recommends that we should make the most of its good points while keeping its bad ones in check. When you’re faced with self-criticism, try shifting to your inner coach for guidance. These slight changes in how we talk to ourselves can lower our stress and help us solve problems better.
____19____
Building a constructive inner voice requires practice. Just before bed, journal about a moment where positive self-talk helped you. Reflect on how it shaped your response and what you can carry into tomorrow. Over time, this habit can help reinforce a growth mindset and prepare you to tackle challenges with more confidence.
Conclusion
By practicing self-distancing, reframing criticism, and reflecting on positive moments, you can turn your inner voice into a source of strength and clarity. ____20____
A. Our inner voice cuts both ways.
B. Talking to yourself during tough times.
C. Growing through Positive Self-Dialogue
D. Feeling overwhelmed by your inner critic
E. Self-talk can be transformed into a tool for growth and success.
F. We can learn to identify negative thought patterns and avoid them.
G. Start today — because your inner voice shapes how you show up in the world.
【答案】16. E 17. D 18. A 19. C 20. G
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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Hannah, an adventurous girl, lived on a small village in a land far away. All of the villagers were used to their ____21____ tasks and very few had the will to try something new. Unlike them, Hannah loved to ____22____ and would spend hours in the woods looking for new things.
One afternoon, she ____23____ an abandoned cottage. With curiosity she slowly opened the door and was left ____24____. In front of her was a room full of books glittering in the dust! She gasped as she ____25____ that she had found a hidden treasure. She ____26____ two and decided to read them at her home.
From that day on, Hannah ____27____ read the books, which took her to a world of talking animals, mystical creatures, and daring knights. She read about characters who faced ____28____ with their determination and characters who bravely ____29____ for good. She learned the power of love and friendship, and that the true strength lies within one’s own ____30____!
With the good in heart, Hannah started to ____31____ the gold from the tales with the people of her village. Soon, the ____32____ of Hannah’s storytelling spread. People traveled from different places to listen to her stories. ____33____. Hannah started writing stories of her own too!
Hannah’s passion and ____34____ blew life into the tales and her words breathed new life into countless souls. She became a signal of ____35____, a reminder for everyone that even in the dustiest corners, there can be a hidden treasure.
21. A. boring B. challenging C. fruitless D. urgent
22. A. camp B. detect C. explore D. relax
23. A. came upon B. cycled around C. dropped by D. stepped into
24. A. confused B. amazed C. disappointed D. relieved
25. A. claimed B. clarified C. predicted D. realized
26. A. bought B. checked C. picked D. searched
27. A. eagerly B. cautiously C. patiently D. roughly
28. A. accidents B. conflicts C. doubts D. hardships
29. A. called B. prepared C. struggled D. waited
30. A. fists B. brain C. eyes D. heart
31. A. adapt B. share C. read D. tell
32. A. ambition B. benefit C. evidence D. word
33. A. Convinced B. Entertained C. Inspired D. Touched
34. A. confidence B. dedication C. interest D. tolerance
35. A. hope B. beauty C. love D. success
【答案】21. A 22. C 23. A 24. B 25. D 26. C 27. A 28. D 29. C 30. D 31. B 32. D 33. C 34. B 35. A
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式
Nüwa is sometimes referred to respectfully as wā huáng which translates literally as “Empress Huang”. Nüwa’s mother is the goddess Huaxu, ____36____ became suddenly pregnant when she was wandering the universe and stepped in a footprint ____37____ (leave) by the god of thunder, Leigong. Then she gave birth to Fuxi who is seen as the ____38____ (invent) of hunting, cooking, and the Chinese writing system.
One version of the story of Nüwa Repairs the Sky says that after she had done, she was so ____39____ (tire) that she lay down to rest and died from exhaustion. Another version says that while ____40____ (work), she discovered there wasn’t enough stone to fix the sky, so she sacrificed ____41____ (she) to use her body to fill the last bits. Either way, order was restored to earth and humanity was able to live ____42____ (peace) once again. Although she did her best, Nüwa couldn’t get the sky and earth to align (对齐) exactly the way it had been before. The earth became permanently tilted and that’s why it’s said that all of the rivers in China run in a Southeastern direction.
Nüwa is ____43____ important figure in popular culture. Though many temples dedicated to Nüwa and her brother Fuxi can ____44____ (find) throughout the Chinese-speaking world, her most important temple is located in Hebei Province and is seen as the ancestral shrine of all humans.
March 18th of the lunar calendar is the birthday of Nüwa. So every year from March 1st ____45____ 18th of the lunar calendar, people from Shanxi, Hebei, Shandong and Henan Provinces come to She County on a pilgrimage to Nüwa.
【答案】36. who
37. left 38. inventor
39. tired 40. working
41. herself
42 peacefully
43. an 44. be found
45. to
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，你的英国笔友Chris听说中国高中普遍实行了双休政策（two-day weekend policy），发来邮件询问这给你的生活带来了怎样的变化。请给他回复邮件，内容包括：
1. 简述你双休日的总体安排；
2. 重点分享一个你认为最积极的改变。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80个左右；
2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3. 请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
Dear Chris,
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】
Dear Chris,
It’s great to hear from you. The two-day weekend policy has brought a positive shift to my life. I usually spend Saturday finishing homework and reviewing lessons, which allows me to enjoy Sunday for personal activities.
The most meaningful change for me is participating in a volunteer program at a community library. I help organize books and assist children with reading. This experience has not only enriched my social awareness but also improved my communication skills. It brings me a sense of purpose that textbooks cannot offer.
This balanced lifestyle keeps me motivated and ready for a new week.
Yours,
Li Hua
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 sister Sumi is a single mother, and her daughter Anna has always been called “Number 23.” Every time the school released exam results, Anna would end up in 23rd place among the 50 pupils. Always 23, regardless of topic or term. The nickname always filled Sumi with concern.
Sumi now runs a service firm that plans small events—outdoor trips for staff and their families, or weekend parties. The discussion nearly always turns to their children, since most of her clients are parents. You know how it goes—one parent discusses their child’s piano honors, another boasts about Math Olympiads or leadership responsibilities. Sumi would simply sit there, softly nodding, feeling uncomfortable. While others were honoring these “great youngsters,” all she could think about was Anna and her Number 23.
At a family get-together, as lunch concluded, someone playfully asked the youngsters what they wanted to be when they grew up. Bold, ambitious answers filled the room: “I want to be a pianist!” “I want to be a famous actor!” “I want to be a politician!” “I’ll start a business and make tons of money!” Adults applauded each declaration, celebrating these impressive dreams.
Anna, however, didn’t answer. She was quietly helping-bringing cups of soup, handing out cookies—content in her own little world. The relative then prompted. “Anna, what do you want to be ” Anna paused, then smiled. “Uncle, I want to be a Montessori teacher. I love tiny kids, dancing, singing, and playing.” The lively room fell silent.
Sumi’s heart sank with embarrassment, fearing the quiet meant adults found Anna’s dream small or unimpressive. Yet, Anna remained calm, her gentle smile unwavering(坚定的), as if she knew a profound truth about her path’s value and joy, a truth the adults, caught in worldly expectations, hadn’t grasped.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
An elderly aunt broke into warm applause.
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For the first time. Sumi saw “Number 23” not as a shortcoming.
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【答案】参考范文
An elderly aunt broke into warm applause. “What a beautiful dream Anna,” she said, her voice full of sincerity. “The world needs more teachers who lead with love, not just ambition.” One by one, the other parents joined in, their claps genuine this time, and Anna smiled politely to all. Then Sumi looked at her daughter, who was still smiling peacefully, and felt a shift within herself. She realized that her embarrassment was not about Anna’s dream, but about her own fears of how others perceived success.
For the first time, Sumi saw “Number 23” not as a shortcoming. It was a beautiful trait, which represented Anna’s steady rhythm — the quiet perseverance that allowed her to care for others without seeking glory. Her daughter’s consistency wasn’t a lack of ambition; it was a different kind of strength. In that clarity, Sumi felt a surge of pride, realizing that true meaning lies not in standing out, but in touching lives through kindness and dedication. Sometimes we forget that true achievement lies in being kind, happy, and true to yourself. Maybe being “Number 23” isn’t that horrible after all.