四川省内江市第六中学2025-2026学年高二上学期期中考试英语试卷（含答案，无听力原文及音频）
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内江六中2025—2026学年（上）高2027届半期考试
英语学科试题
考试时间：120分钟 满分：150分
注意事项：
1. 答题前，考生在答题卡上务必用直径0. 5毫米黑色墨水签字笔将自己的姓名、准考证号填写清楚。请认真核准准考证号、姓名和科目。
2. 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，如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号，在试题卷上作答无效。
第Ⅰ卷（选择题共95分）
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共5小题；每小题1. 5分，满分7. 5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What does Leon want to do this term
A. Make money. B. Earn more credits. C. Get experience.
2. What is Maggie probably doing now
A. Eating eggs. B. Doing the laundry. C. Cooking breakfast.
3. What will the woman keep
A. A cat. B. A dog. C. A turtle.
4. How does the man sound in the end
A. Annoyed. B. Excited. C. Confident.
5. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Neighbors. B. Husband and wife. C. Grandfather and granddaughter.
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。
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
6. Who is the woman
A. A shop assistant. B. The man’s wife. C. A cashier.
7. What is the man going to do with the blouse
A. Return it. B. Pay for it. C. Exchange it.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
8. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a museum. B. At a parking lot. C. At a bus station.
9. How long does it take the woman to the park by taxi
A. 20 minutes. B. 25 minutes. C. 30 minutes.
10. What advice does the man give to the woman
A. Taking a bus. B. Taking a taxi. C. Walking to the park.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
11. Why does Eric quit
A. He wants to work close to his parents.
B. He doesn’t get enough paid holidays.
C. He finds a new job with a higher salary.
12. In which country does Eric work
A. China. B. Finland. C. The U. S.
13. What does Ms. Thomas think of Eric’s job performance
A. It’s poor. B. It’s ordinary. C. It’s great.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
14. What is Tina’s weakest part of learning English
A. Writing. B. Speaking. C. Reading.
15. What matters most in learning a language according to Colin
A. Being patient.
B. Making friends with foreigners.
C. Living in an English-speaking country.
16. What does Colin suggest Tina do
A. Get up earlier to learn.
B. Read newspapers every day.
C. Practice English every morning.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17. What is the biggest difference between weak AI and strong AI
A. Cost. B. Service time. C. Human involvement.
18. Which of the following belongs to strong AI
A. Apple’s Siri. B. A self-driving car. C. AlphaGo.
19. What is many experts’ attitude toward the future of AI
A. Supportive. B. Uncertain. C. Depressed.
20. What will be discussed about AI next
A. The problem to deal with.
B. An example of weak AI.
C. The benefit of it.
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2. 5分，满分37. 5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C、和D）中，选出最佳选项并在答题 卡上将该项涂黑。
A
How to Pack a Picnic in Paris like a Local
Picnicking is a national sport in France, especially in Paris. But picnicking here is much more than throwing a couple of sandwiches, some Cokes, and a bag of chips into a grocery sack. No, like all things French, there are rules as to how to pack a picnic in Paris.
How to choose a Picnic Place
The best places to have Parisian picnics include parks, gardens, and along the water. And green spaces actually allow you to step foot on the grass. I am not talking about the Tuileries, the Versailles or Luxembourg Garden. On the other hand, along
River Seine is quite nice, as is the Champ-de-Mars. However, no matter which setting you choose, you’ll want a blanket to go with you.
Picnic Trinity
The Holy Trinity of French picnics includes bread, cheese, and meat. These items are the basic elements for a perfect Paris picnic. Of course, this is France and the variety of bread, cheese, meat is enormous. It can be downright hard to choose, but don’t be nervous. It’s not like you’re choosing the next president or anything. It’s just food.
Drinks for a Picnic in Paris
You may also want to bring something to drink for a perfect Paris picnic. Undeniably, wine is the most popular choice. That’s why bottles of rosé fill the store shelves and disappear just as quickly. It’s a light, refreshing, and inexpensive choice. Not a wine lover Don’t worry! Beer is also acceptable, especially on a hot summer day. A bottle of sparkling is also good to have.
So, there you have it: How to pack a picnic in Paris. However, picnicking in Paris isn’t just about stuffing your blanket with food and wine. Instead, it’s a social tradition, part of the French joie de vivre.
1. Which is the perfect place to have a picnic in Paris
A. The Tuileries.
B. The Versailles.
C. The Champ-de-Mars.
D. The Luxembourg Garden.
2. According to the author, how many items are necessary for a Paris picnic
A. One. B. Two. C. Three. D. Four.
3. If you aren’t into alcohol, what drink would you buy when picnicking
A. Beer. B. Sparkling. C. Wine. D. Rosé.
B
When Dad returned to our small farm in a wheelchair after five months in hospital, I, then aged four, became the helper and the spirit builder. I accompanied Dad regularly for recovery. Dad progressed from wheelchair to a walker to crutches (拐杖). My role included watching patiently, ready to help when my dad’s determination wasn’t enough.
We missed some social events. Dad couldn’t come to school concerts, basketball games, and other events when my friends had a strong family presence. I didn’t have the chance to run in the park and be carried on shoulders when I was tired. But as an adult I realize what I gained by watching my dad heal his body, spirit and life with determination. I learned that it was up to us to decide whether we’ d be ashamed or accept ourselves and others as complete. Mom still has a family portrait (全家福) I painted in second grade showing my father using two silver sticks as extensions (延伸) of his arms.
Most of all, caregivers learn to care. They see the need to open the door for the next person even for a few seconds. They learn to see the needs of others, even when it hurts. Caregivers understand that everyone needs to contribute and have a sense of community.
Recently, a participant in a program that I organized commented that I had comforting eyes.Without hesitation, I responded, “I grew up with a disabled father. Early in life, I would decide when it was time to be a child or a problem solver. ” Although I may have missed enjoying a ride on my father’s shoulders, I had a chance to develop comforting eyes and everything that goes with that, always ready to help.
4. What role did the author play with his father in a wheelchair
A. Taking over household duties.
B. Supporting his father’s recovery.
C. Replacing his father at school events.
D. Entertaining his father with stories and games.
5. What can we infer about the author’s childhood
A. He spent a carefree childhood.
B. He focused on his academic studies.
C. He suffered from his father’s disability.
D. He missed many childhood experiences.
6. What is painted by the author in the family portrait
A. The father using crutches.
B. The family at a school concert.
C. The author playing with his father.
D. The mother helping with the author.
7. What can we know about caregivers according to the author
A. They depend on others. B. They focus on themselves.
C. They grow considerate and caring. D. They can beat mental loneliness.
C
Have you ever noticed how some people seem to handle difficulties calmly while others let small problems ruin their entire day This difference often comes down to how we respond to challenges. American social psychologist Leon Festinger proposed a famous theory later known as “Festinger’s Law”, which states that10 percent of life’s events are beyond your control, but 90 percent is within your control.
To explain this, let’s examine two events. First, imagine a business professional who has an important presentation. On the way to work, they spill coffee on his shirt. If he reacts with frustration, rushes angrily, and arrives hurriedly, his presentation may suffer due to his distracted state. Now, consider an alternative response: he calmly cleans up, changes clothes, and uses the extra time in transit to review his notes. The initial problem is the same, but the outcomes differ dramatically because of his reactions.
The influences of Festinger’s Law extend beyond individual situations to interpersonal relationships as well. In family conflicts, for instance, an unpleasant response to a minor disagreement can increase tensions, while a patient, understanding approach often leads to resolution. Similarly, in team projects, how members respond to setbacks — whether with blame or constructive problem-solving — can determine the group’s ultimate success.
What makes this principle particularly valuable is its universal applicability. Whether dealing with academic pressures, workplace (challenges, or personal relationships, the common thread is that our reactions often matter more than the problems themselves. By cultivating self-awareness and emotional 1regulation, we can significantly improve our ability to navigate life’s unavoidable difficulties.
Developing this skill requires practice. It involves pausing before reacting, assessing situations objectively, and consciously choosing productive responses. Over time, this approach becomes habitual, leading to better outcomes and reduced stress. Festinger’s Law ultimately teaches us while we can’t control everything that happens to us, we can always control how we respond — and that makes all the difference.
8. Why does the author pose a question at the beginning
A. To emphasize the Law’s difficulties.
B. To rate readers’ psychology knowledge.
C. To create a personal connection to the topic.
D. To introduce Dr. Festinger’s life experiences.
9. What is the main lesson from the coffee spill example
A. Spare clothes should always be ready.
B. Your reaction matters more than the problem.
C. Business people face many challenges.
D. Small problems can ruin your whole day.
10. What is the significant value of Festinger’s Law
A. It helps people better address life’s challenges.
B. It provides useful guidance for different life situations.
C It encourages us to focus on the things we can’t control.
D. It suggests most problems are less serious than they seem.
11. What is the main idea of the last paragraph
A. The methods to practice Festinger’s Law.
B. The occasions to control personal feelings.
C. The benefits of reducing stress.
D. The impact of immediate reactions.
D
The extinction of the largest dinosaurs to walk the Earth may have played a critical role in creating an environment that helped fruits evolve (进化) , thus indirectly shaping the evolution of our own fruit-eating ancestors, according to new research. The study, published Feb. 17, provides solid evidence in favor of this.
Dinosaurs were ecosystem engineers, greatly changing their environments by knocking down trees and eating high volumes of vegetation. Following the extinction of dinosaurs, the forests grew back thicker, blocking the sun from reaching the ground layer, which, many generations later, led to the growth of large seeds and fruit. Researchers have assumed this happened because in thicker forests, competition for light pushed trees to grow taller and faster than their neighbors, and trees grown from larger seeds had a head start in that competition. As a benefit, investing in large, tasty fruit made them more likely to be consumed and spread by animals, helping the plants to survive.
However, there hasn’t been much evidence to support this theory. To address this, the research team created a model where seed and fruit size increased as a response to the darker forest understory that followed dinosaur extinctions, matching actual seed size trends in the past 65 million years.
They incorporated (结合) recently gained understanding of how large animals affect forest structure, how seeds grow into trees and how animal size has changed over time. The result: The model closely replicated the observed trends in seed and animal size over time.
No surprises so far. But what came next, when they continued running the model, was a surprise. The data pointed to a mysterious phenomenon in the fossil (化石) record: About 35 million years ago, seeds started getting smaller, because land animals had once again become sufficiently large to have a similar effect on the forests as the dinosaurs did.
“These results provide a striking example of how large dinosaurs — and their eventual extinction — not only shaped their contemporary environment but also had great effects on ecosystems for millions of years,” said Benjamin Wiebe, a Ph.D student at NAU and second author on the paper.
12. What did researchers assume in paragraph 2
A. Dinosaurs were ecosystem engineers. B. Animals contributed to thicker forests.
C. Competition for light led to larger seeds. D. Forests thinned after dinosaur extinction.
13. What does the underlined word “replicated” in paragraph 4 probably mean
A. Reproduced. B. Changed. C. Assessed. D. Opposed.
14. What astonished the researchers when continuing running the model
A. The decrease in seed size. B. The emergence of fossils.
C. The population of land animals. D. The comeback of fruit eaters.
15. What is the best title for the text
A. Dinosaurs: The Ecosystem Protectors. B. Humans: The Modern-Day Dinosaurs.
C. Love Fruit Thank Dinosaur Mass Extinction. D. Surprised Dinosaurs Shaped Fruit Varieties.
第二节（共5小题，每小题2. 5分，满分12. 5分）
根据短文内容，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。
Napping (小憩) during the day is an ancient custom that is practiced worldwide. Short naps, which last from 20 to 30 minutes at the right time, can benefit vitality and overall health in countless ways. Short naps can strengthen mental functioning and memory, as well as improve energy, attention and reaction time. ____16____ Because napping seems to improve creative thinking, some companies have attempted to introduce napping rooms.
What’s more, it appears the brain uses nap time to process information gathered throughout the day. ____17____ A study revealed that short naps also helped people become more confident and sensible, which resulted in better focus and efficiency at work. Napping may also lead to an improved ability to learn new skills, such as a golf swing. This is because these memories or skills are strengthened in the brain during sleep.
____18____ Studies show that more consistent sleep will help lower “fight or flight” chemicals in our bodies. As a result our blood pressure and heart rates are normalized. Napping appears to help this process for some people.
____19____ One condition related to napping longer than 30 minutes is sleep inertia (睡后迟钝). This can harm cognitive (认知的) function from several minutes up to half an hour. Long or late afternoon naps can lead to difficulties falling asleep during the night. ____20____
So, to maximize benefits while reducing risks, please keep naps short in the early afternoon to avoid sleep inertia and nighttime sleep disorder.
A. But napping can come with drawbacks as well.
B. The reason for this phenomenon is mostly unknown.
C. Therefore, that appears to improve problem-solving abilities.
D. Napping should not serve as an option for enough nighttime rest.
E. Short naps are also linked to increased productivity and creativity.
F. Napping can also be connected to a reduced risk of heart diseases.
G. Besides, for those aged 60 and up, longer naps may increase the risk for heart diseases.
三部分 语言知识运用（共三节，满分45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。
On Sunday, June 22, Phoenix completed a cross-country cycling race and fulfilled his promise to his father.
A month before the race, Phoenix was at a ____21____ point because of the stressful training. He called his dad for ____22____ but was informed that his dad was diagnosed with cancer and would receive ____23____ at the same time as the race.
However, his dad didn’t ____24____ him to be by his side. He thought Phoenix could give him more ____25____ by doing this race. Then they reached a(n) ____26____. “If I didn’t quit throughout the race, he wouldn’t quit throughout the treatment,” Phoenix recalled. “When you have a(n) ____27____, you feel unstoppable.”
Race Across America is ____28____ considered one of the hardest challenges on the planet, lasting 12 days, over3,000 miles, and 12 states. Phoenix ____29____ just one hour of sleep per night and lost feeling in his hands and feet. But he kept going for his dad.
The two talked throughout the race on FaceTime. Every day before treatment, Phoenix’s dad begged the doctors to ____30____ so he would be available when his son made it to the next checkpoint. The most ____31____ moment came when Phoenix finally crossed the ____32____ and saw his dad on the phone screen.
“We have ____33____ our battles that make us see how ____34____ life can be,” Phoenix said, “It’ s about how you react to the things that life ____35____ at you. But never give up.”
21. A. starting B. breaking C. meeting D. thinking
22. A. support B. permission C. answer D. information
23. A. advice B. training C. treatment D. response
24. A. warn B. urge C. signal D. help
25. A. strength B. guidance C. freedom D. pressure
26. A. conclusion B. milestone C. objective D. agreement
27. A. secret B. assistant C. bond D. option
28. A. hardly B. historically C. widely D. personally
29. A. averaged B. required C. interrupted D. reduced
30. A. calm down B. show off C. hurry up D. set out
31. A. fortunate B. emotional C. awkward D. nervous
32. A. comfort zone B. road block C. culture gap D. finish line
33. A. shared B. failed C. launched D. avoided
34. A. short B. busy C. lonely D. tough
35. A. points B. shouts C. waves D. throws
第Ⅱ卷（非选择题 共55分）
第二节 语法填空（共10小题；每小题1. 5分，满分15分）
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。将答案填写在答题卡的相应位置。
China’s AI computing (计算) industry income ____36____ (predict) to hit 4.4 trillion yuan by next year, resulting in rapid growth in technology and trillion-yuan-level opportunities, according to an industry report ____37____ (release) at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference.
In China, AI will break industry ____38____ (barrier), establish new ecosystems and boost efficiency in manufacturing (制造业), finance, information and communication technologies, automobile and e-commerce. In the future, the AI industry will develop ____39____ two directions—“Intelligent” and“Inclusive”, ____40____ means integration (融合) with more industries, according to the report.
AI computing capabilities have become a focus and a strategic technology resource globally. The growth rate of computing power supply is obviously difficult to meet the “explosion of demand,” and the reserve (储备) of computing power has become ____41____ necessity for all industries.
During WAIC, SenseTime released development in ____42____ (vary) industries covering smart driving, finance, health care, e-commerce and other industries, with its large language model SenseNova. “We are now going through a new wave of technological revolution (革命) in AI, ____43____ (lead) to an explosive growth in industry demand and the emergence of new formats,” said Xu Li, chairman and CEO of SenseTime. “____44____ (ultimate), we are looking to reduce the costs and barriers, enabling their value _____45_____ (realize).”
第四部分 写作（满分40分）
第一节 应用文写作（满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华，上周五参加了外教Kevin做的关于各国音乐的讲座。请你给他写封邮件，内容包括：
1. 你的收获；
2. 你的感想。
注意：
1. 词数不少于80词；
2. 开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。
Dear Kevin,
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节 读后续写（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。
I didn’t like Del so much. He always called me the nickname “Germy”, which meant “dirty”, instead of my real name “Jamie”. Besides, he was known as a trouble-maker in school. So when the head teacher Mr. Smith asked Del to come to his office, I naturally thought that Del had done something mean to someone. Through the window, I caught sight of a smaller boy crying. Del seemed unhappy, too.
He did not return to class that day. All of us were discussing what had happened to him. What else could such an annoying boy do “He must have hit the boy and was sent home,” I whispered to my friends. Their eyes widened. It felt good to see them so interested in what I said.
The next morning, the whole school was talking about Del being expelled(开除) for beating up a kid. I was surprised that my assumptions were passed on so quickly. So when Del walked into the classroom, all the kids were shocked. The kids next to him shift ed their desks away. “What’s your problem ” Del asked. “I don’t want you to attack me,” one kid said. Some laughed. “Yeah, I might,” said Del. I could tell he was joking, but many kids thought he admitted he did beat up someone.
During recess(课间休息), Del tried to join the kickball game. “Neither team wants you,” one of the players said. “Why ” Del asked, looking confused. “I always play with you guys.” They ignored him and went on playing. Del sat by himself while the rest of the school enjoyed their recess away from him. Del looked lonely and sad, much different from before. I started to feel sorry for him.
Later that day, I learned what really happened. The kid was Del’s little brother and he was crying because their mother fell ill and was sent to hospital. I felt even sorrier for what I said before. I started a rumor(谣言).
注意：
1．续写词数应为150左右;2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
At recess the next day, I saw Del sitting alone watching the kickball game.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Now that Del had forgiven me, I decided to do more before the recess was over.
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答案版
内江六中2025—2026学年（上）高2027届半期考试
英语学科试题
考试时间：120分钟 满分：150分
注意事项：
1. 答题前，考生在答题卡上务必用直径0. 5毫米黑色墨水签字笔将自己的姓名、准考证号填写清楚。请认真核准准考证号、姓名和科目。
2. 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，如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号，在试题卷上作答无效。
第Ⅰ卷（选择题共95分）
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共5小题；每小题1. 5分，满分7. 5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What does Leon want to do this term
A. Make money. B. Earn more credits. C. Get experience.
2. What is Maggie probably doing now
A. Eating eggs. B. Doing the laundry. C. Cooking breakfast.
3. What will the woman keep
A. A cat. B. A dog. C. A turtle.
4. How does the man sound in the end
A. Annoyed. B. Excited. C. Confident.
5. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Neighbors. B. Husband and wife. C. Grandfather and granddaughter.
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。
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
6. Who is the woman
A. A shop assistant. B. The man’s wife. C. A cashier.
7. What is the man going to do with the blouse
A. Return it. B. Pay for it. C. Exchange it.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
8. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a museum. B. At a parking lot. C. At a bus station.
9. How long does it take the woman to the park by taxi
A. 20 minutes. B. 25 minutes. C. 30 minutes.
10. What advice does the man give to the woman
A. Taking a bus. B. Taking a taxi. C. Walking to the park.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
11. Why does Eric quit
A. He wants to work close to his parents.
B. He doesn’t get enough paid holidays.
C. He finds a new job with a higher salary.
12. In which country does Eric work
A. China. B. Finland. C. The U. S.
13. What does Ms. Thomas think of Eric’s job performance
A. It’s poor. B. It’s ordinary. C. It’s great.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
14. What is Tina’s weakest part of learning English
A. Writing. B. Speaking. C. Reading.
15. What matters most in learning a language according to Colin
A. Being patient.
B. Making friends with foreigners.
C. Living in an English-speaking country.
16. What does Colin suggest Tina do
A. Get up earlier to learn.
B. Read newspapers every day.
C. Practice English every morning.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17. What is the biggest difference between weak AI and strong AI
A. Cost. B. Service time. C. Human involvement.
18. Which of the following belongs to strong AI
A. Apple’s Siri. B. A self-driving car. C. AlphaGo.
19. What is many experts’ attitude toward the future of AI
A. Supportive. B. Uncertain. C. Depressed.
20. What will be discussed about AI next
A. The problem to deal with.
B. An example of weak AI.
C. The benefit of it.
听力答案：1-10 CBCBB ABABC 11-20 AACBA CCBAA
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2. 5分，满分37. 5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C、和D）中，选出最佳选项并在答题 卡上将该项涂黑。
A
How to Pack a Picnic in Paris like a Local
Picnicking is a national sport in France, especially in Paris. But picnicking here is much more than throwing a couple of sandwiches, some Cokes, and a bag of chips into a grocery sack. No, like all things French, there are rules as to how to pack a picnic in Paris.
How to choose a Picnic Place
The best places to have Parisian picnics include parks, gardens, and along the water. And green spaces actually allow you to step foot on the grass. I am not talking about the Tuileries, the Versailles or Luxembourg Garden. On the other hand, along
River Seine is quite nice, as is the Champ-de-Mars. However, no matter which setting you choose, you’ll want a blanket to go with you.
Picnic Trinity
The Holy Trinity of French picnics includes bread, cheese, and meat. These items are the basic elements for a perfect Paris picnic. Of course, this is France and the variety of bread, cheese, meat is enormous. It can be downright hard to choose, but don’t be nervous. It’s not like you’re choosing the next president or anything. It’s just food.
Drinks for a Picnic in Paris
You may also want to bring something to drink for a perfect Paris picnic. Undeniably, wine is the most popular choice. That’s why bottles of rosé fill the store shelves and disappear just as quickly. It’s a light, refreshing, and inexpensive choice. Not a wine lover Don’t worry! Beer is also acceptable, especially on a hot summer day. A bottle of sparkling is also good to have.
So, there you have it: How to pack a picnic in Paris. However, picnicking in Paris isn’t just about stuffing your blanket with food and wine. Instead, it’s a social tradition, part of the French joie de vivre.
1. Which is the perfect place to have a picnic in Paris
A. The Tuileries.
B. The Versailles.
C. The Champ-de-Mars.
D. The Luxembourg Garden.
2. According to the author, how many items are necessary for a Paris picnic
A. One. B. Two. C. Three. D. Four.
3. If you aren’t into alcohol, what drink would you buy when picnicking
A. Beer. B. Sparkling. C. Wine. D. Rosé.
【答案】1. C 2. C 3. B
B
When Dad returned to our small farm in a wheelchair after five months in hospital, I, then aged four, became the helper and the spirit builder. I accompanied Dad regularly for recovery. Dad progressed from wheelchair to a walker to crutches (拐杖). My role included watching patiently, ready to help when my dad’s determination wasn’t enough.
We missed some social events. Dad couldn’t come to school concerts, basketball games, and other events when my friends had a strong family presence. I didn’t have the chance to run in the park and be carried on shoulders when I was tired. But as an adult I realize what I gained by watching my dad heal his body, spirit and life with determination. I learned that it was up to us to decide whether we’ d be ashamed or accept ourselves and others as complete. Mom still has a family portrait (全家福) I painted in second grade showing my father using two silver sticks as extensions (延伸) of his arms.
Most of all, caregivers learn to care. They see the need to open the door for the next person even for a few seconds. They learn to see the needs of others, even when it hurts. Caregivers understand that everyone needs to contribute and have a sense of community.
Recently, a participant in a program that I organized commented that I had comforting eyes.Without hesitation, I responded, “I grew up with a disabled father. Early in life, I would decide when it was time to be a child or a problem solver. ” Although I may have missed enjoying a ride on my father’s shoulders, I had a chance to develop comforting eyes and everything that goes with that, always ready to help.
4. What role did the author play with his father in a wheelchair
A. Taking over household duties.
B. Supporting his father’s recovery.
C. Replacing his father at school events.
D. Entertaining his father with stories and games.
5. What can we infer about the author’s childhood
A. He spent a carefree childhood.
B. He focused on his academic studies.
C. He suffered from his father’s disability.
D. He missed many childhood experiences.
6. What is painted by the author in the family portrait
A. The father using crutches.
B. The family at a school concert.
C. The author playing with his father.
D. The mother helping with the author.
7. What can we know about caregivers according to the author
A. They depend on others. B. They focus on themselves.
C. They grow considerate and caring. D. They can beat mental loneliness.
【答案】4. B 5. D 6. A 7. C
C
Have you ever noticed how some people seem to handle difficulties calmly while others let small problems ruin their entire day This difference often comes down to how we respond to challenges. American social psychologist Leon Festinger proposed a famous theory later known as “Festinger’s Law”, which states that10 percent of life’s events are beyond your control, but 90 percent is within your control.
To explain this, let’s examine two events. First, imagine a business professional who has an important presentation. On the way to work, they spill coffee on his shirt. If he reacts with frustration, rushes angrily, and arrives hurriedly, his presentation may suffer due to his distracted state. Now, consider an alternative response: he calmly cleans up, changes clothes, and uses the extra time in transit to review his notes. The initial problem is the same, but the outcomes differ dramatically because of his reactions.
The influences of Festinger’s Law extend beyond individual situations to interpersonal relationships as well. In family conflicts, for instance, an unpleasant response to a minor disagreement can increase tensions, while a patient, understanding approach often leads to resolution. Similarly, in team projects, how members respond to setbacks — whether with blame or constructive problem-solving — can determine the group’s ultimate success.
What makes this principle particularly valuable is its universal applicability. Whether dealing with academic pressures, workplace (challenges, or personal relationships, the common thread is that our reactions often matter more than the problems themselves. By cultivating self-awareness and emotional 1regulation, we can significantly improve our ability to navigate life’s unavoidable difficulties.
Developing this skill requires practice. It involves pausing before reacting, assessing situations objectively, and consciously choosing productive responses. Over time, this approach becomes habitual, leading to better outcomes and reduced stress. Festinger’s Law ultimately teaches us while we can’t control everything that happens to us, we can always control how we respond — and that makes all the difference.
8. Why does the author pose a question at the beginning
A. To emphasize the Law’s difficulties.
B. To rate readers’ psychology knowledge.
C. To create a personal connection to the topic.
D. To introduce Dr. Festinger’s life experiences.
9. What is the main lesson from the coffee spill example
A. Spare clothes should always be ready.
B. Your reaction matters more than the problem.
C. Business people face many challenges.
D. Small problems can ruin your whole day.
10. What is the significant value of Festinger’s Law
A. It helps people better address life’s challenges.
B. It provides useful guidance for different life situations.
C It encourages us to focus on the things we can’t control.
D. It suggests most problems are less serious than they seem.
11. What is the main idea of the last paragraph
A. The methods to practice Festinger’s Law.
B. The occasions to control personal feelings.
C. The benefits of reducing stress.
D. The impact of immediate reactions.
【答案】8. C 9. B 10. B 11. A
D
The extinction of the largest dinosaurs to walk the Earth may have played a critical role in creating an environment that helped fruits evolve (进化) , thus indirectly shaping the evolution of our own fruit-eating ancestors, according to new research. The study, published Feb. 17, provides solid evidence in favor of this.
Dinosaurs were ecosystem engineers, greatly changing their environments by knocking down trees and eating high volumes of vegetation. Following the extinction of dinosaurs, the forests grew back thicker, blocking the sun from reaching the ground layer, which, many generations later, led to the growth of large seeds and fruit. Researchers have assumed this happened because in thicker forests, competition for light pushed trees to grow taller and faster than their neighbors, and trees grown from larger seeds had a head start in that competition. As a benefit, investing in large, tasty fruit made them more likely to be consumed and spread by animals, helping the plants to survive.
However, there hasn’t been much evidence to support this theory. To address this, the research team created a model where seed and fruit size increased as a response to the darker forest understory that followed dinosaur extinctions, matching actual seed size trends in the past 65 million years.
They incorporated (结合) recently gained understanding of how large animals affect forest structure, how seeds grow into trees and how animal size has changed over time. The result: The model closely replicated the observed trends in seed and animal size over time.
No surprises so far. But what came next, when they continued running the model, was a surprise. The data pointed to a mysterious phenomenon in the fossil (化石) record: About 35 million years ago, seeds started getting smaller, because land animals had once again become sufficiently large to have a similar effect on the forests as the dinosaurs did.
“These results provide a striking example of how large dinosaurs — and their eventual extinction — not only shaped their contemporary environment but also had great effects on ecosystems for millions of years,” said Benjamin Wiebe, a Ph.D student at NAU and second author on the paper.
12. What did researchers assume in paragraph 2
A. Dinosaurs were ecosystem engineers. B. Animals contributed to thicker forests.
C. Competition for light led to larger seeds. D. Forests thinned after dinosaur extinction.
13. What does the underlined word “replicated” in paragraph 4 probably mean
A. Reproduced. B. Changed. C. Assessed. D. Opposed.
14. What astonished the researchers when continuing running the model
A. The decrease in seed size. B. The emergence of fossils.
C. The population of land animals. D. The comeback of fruit eaters.
15. What is the best title for the text
A. Dinosaurs: The Ecosystem Protectors. B. Humans: The Modern-Day Dinosaurs.
C. Love Fruit Thank Dinosaur Mass Extinction. D. Surprised Dinosaurs Shaped Fruit Varieties.
【答案】12. C 13. A 14. A 15. C
第二节（共5小题，每小题2. 5分，满分12. 5分）
根据短文内容，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。
Napping (小憩) during the day is an ancient custom that is practiced worldwide. Short naps, which last from 20 to 30 minutes at the right time, can benefit vitality and overall health in countless ways. Short naps can strengthen mental functioning and memory, as well as improve energy, attention and reaction time. ____16____ Because napping seems to improve creative thinking, some companies have attempted to introduce napping rooms.
What’s more, it appears the brain uses nap time to process information gathered throughout the day. ____17____ A study revealed that short naps also helped people become more confident and sensible, which resulted in better focus and efficiency at work. Napping may also lead to an improved ability to learn new skills, such as a golf swing. This is because these memories or skills are strengthened in the brain during sleep.
____18____ Studies show that more consistent sleep will help lower “fight or flight” chemicals in our bodies. As a result our blood pressure and heart rates are normalized. Napping appears to help this process for some people.
____19____ One condition related to napping longer than 30 minutes is sleep inertia (睡后迟钝). This can harm cognitive (认知的) function from several minutes up to half an hour. Long or late afternoon naps can lead to difficulties falling asleep during the night. ____20____
So, to maximize benefits while reducing risks, please keep naps short in the early afternoon to avoid sleep inertia and nighttime sleep disorder.
A. But napping can come with drawbacks as well.
B. The reason for this phenomenon is mostly unknown.
C. Therefore, that appears to improve problem-solving abilities.
D. Napping should not serve as an option for enough nighttime rest.
E. Short naps are also linked to increased productivity and creativity.
F. Napping can also be connected to a reduced risk of heart diseases.
G. Besides, for those aged 60 and up, longer naps may increase the risk for heart diseases.
【答案】16. E 17. C 18. F 19. A 20. G
第三部分 语言知识运用（共三节，满分45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。
On Sunday, June 22, Phoenix completed a cross-country cycling race and fulfilled his promise to his father.
A month before the race, Phoenix was at a ____21____ point because of the stressful training. He called his dad for ____22____ but was informed that his dad was diagnosed with cancer and would receive ____23____ at the same time as the race.
However, his dad didn’t ____24____ him to be by his side. He thought Phoenix could give him more ____25____ by doing this race. Then they reached a(n) ____26____. “If I didn’t quit throughout the race, he wouldn’t quit throughout the treatment,” Phoenix recalled. “When you have a(n) ____27____, you feel unstoppable.”
Race Across America is ____28____ considered one of the hardest challenges on the planet, lasting 12 days, over3,000 miles, and 12 states. Phoenix ____29____ just one hour of sleep per night and lost feeling in his hands and feet. But he kept going for his dad.
The two talked throughout the race on FaceTime. Every day before treatment, Phoenix’s dad begged the doctors to ____30____ so he would be available when his son made it to the next checkpoint. The most ____31____ moment came when Phoenix finally crossed the ____32____ and saw his dad on the phone screen.
“We have ____33____ our battles that make us see how ____34____ life can be,” Phoenix said, “It’ s about how you react to the things that life ____35____ at you. But never give up.”
21. A. starting B. breaking C. meeting D. thinking
22. A. support B. permission C. answer D. information
23. A. advice B. training C. treatment D. response
24. A. warn B. urge C. signal D. help
25. A. strength B. guidance C. freedom D. pressure
26. A. conclusion B. milestone C. objective D. agreement
27. A. secret B. assistant C. bond D. option
28. A. hardly B. historically C. widely D. personally
29. A. averaged B. required C. interrupted D. reduced
30. A. calm down B. show off C. hurry up D. set out
31. A. fortunate B. emotional C. awkward D. nervous
32. A. comfort zone B. road block C. culture gap D. finish line
33. A. shared B. failed C. launched D. avoided
34. A. short B. busy C. lonely D. tough
35. A. points B. shouts C. waves D. throws
【答案】21. B 22. A 23. C 24. B 25. A 26. D 27. C 28. C 29. A 30. C 31. B 32. D 33. A 34. D 35. D
第Ⅱ卷（非选择题 共55分）
第二节 语法填空（共10小题；每小题1. 5分，满分15分）
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。将答案填写在答题卡的相应位置。
China’s AI computing (计算) industry income ____36____ (predict) to hit 4.4 trillion yuan by next year, resulting in rapid growth in technology and trillion-yuan-level opportunities, according to an industry report ____37____ (release) at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference.
In China, AI will break industry ____38____ (barrier), establish new ecosystems and boost efficiency in manufacturing (制造业), finance, information and communication technologies, automobile and e-commerce. In the future, the AI industry will develop ____39____ two directions—“Intelligent” and“Inclusive”, ____40____ means integration (融合) with more industries, according to the report.
AI computing capabilities have become a focus and a strategic technology resource globally. The growth rate of computing power supply is obviously difficult to meet the “explosion of demand,” and the reserve (储备) of computing power has become ____41____ necessity for all industries.
During WAIC, SenseTime released development in ____42____ (vary) industries covering smart driving, finance, health care, e-commerce and other industries, with its large language model SenseNova. “We are now going through a new wave of technological revolution (革命) in AI, ____43____ (lead) to an explosive growth in industry demand and the emergence of new formats,” said Xu Li, chairman and CEO of SenseTime. “____44____ (ultimate), we are looking to reduce the costs and barriers, enabling their value _____45_____ (realize).”
【答案】36. is predicted
37. released
38. barriers
39. in 40. which
41. a 42. various
43. leading
44. Ultimately
45. to be realized
第四部分 写作（满分40分）
第一节 应用文写作（满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华，上周五参加了外教Kevin做的关于各国音乐的讲座。请你给他写封邮件，内容包括：
1. 你的收获；
2. 你的感想。
注意：
1. 词数不少于80词；
2. 开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。
Dear Kevin,
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】例文
Dear Kevin,
Hope this email finds you well. I’m writing to express my gratitude for your absorbing lecture on music last Friday. It was truly a superior experience!
My biggest takeaway is how music reflects cultural identities — though a universal language, music involves great diversities, from the unique beats of African tradition instruments to the awesome tunes of Chinese Guzheng. Your passion also inspires me to explore more of the world’s music and impresses on me the power music holds in connecting people across borders.
Thanks again and I’m looking forward to attending more of your lectures and learning from your expertise.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节 读后续写（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。
I didn’t like Del so much. He always called me the nickname “Germy”, which meant “dirty”, instead of my real name “Jamie”. Besides, he was known as a trouble-maker in school. So when the head teacher Mr. Smith asked Del to come to his office, I naturally thought that Del had done something mean to someone. Through the window, I caught sight of a smaller boy crying. Del seemed unhappy, too.
He did not return to class that day. All of us were discussing what had happened to him. What else could such an annoying boy do “He must have hit the boy and was sent home,” I whispered to my friends. Their eyes widened. It felt good to see them so interested in what I said.
The next morning, the whole school was talking about Del being expelled(开除) for beating up a kid. I was surprised that my assumptions were passed on so quickly. So when Del walked into the classroom, all the kids were shocked. The kids next to him shift ed their desks away. “What’s your problem ” Del asked. “I don’t want you to attack me,” one kid said. Some laughed. “Yeah, I might,” said Del. I could tell he was joking, but many kids thought he admitted he did beat up someone.
During recess(课间休息), Del tried to join the kickball game. “Neither team wants you,” one of the players said. “Why ” Del asked, looking confused. “I always play with you guys.” They ignored him and went on playing. Del sat by himself while the rest of the school enjoyed their recess away from him. Del looked lonely and sad, much different from before. I started to feel sorry for him.
Later that day, I learned what really happened. The kid was Del’s little brother and he was crying because their mother fell ill and was sent to hospital. I felt even sorrier for what I said before. I started a rumor(谣言).
注意：
1．续写词数应为150左右;2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
At recess the next day, I saw Del sitting alone watching the kickball game.
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Now that Del had forgiven me, I decided to do more before the recess was over.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
【答案】At recess the next day, I saw Del sitting alone watching the kickball game. Not wanting him to feel left out, I walked over and sat down beside him. “Hey Germy,” he said. “My name is Jamie.” I replied. I wanted to apologize for starting that rumor about him, but I was too ashamed to say it out loudly. “Del, do you want to play kickball with us ” I asked instead. He looked surprised but happy at the same time. After a moment of silence, he nodded his head.
Now that Del had forgiven me, I decided to do more before the recess was over. I stood up and shouted to the other kids, “Guys, come here! Let’s play kickball together! ” Some of them hesitated, but they eventually joined us. Del was smiling again and so were we. As we played, I realized that Del wasn’t as bad as I thought he was. He was just a normal kid who wanted to have fun and be accepted by others. From then on, whenever someone tried to start a rumor about him, I would stand up for him and tell them the truth about Del. We became good friends, and I learned an important lesson about judging people based on rumors.
英语学科试题
考试时间：120分钟 满分：150分
注意事项：
1. 答题前，考生在答题卡上务必用直径0. 5毫米黑色墨水签字笔将自己的姓名、准考证号填写清楚。请认真核准准考证号、姓名和科目。
2. 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，如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号，在试题卷上作答无效。
第Ⅰ卷（选择题共95分）
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共5小题；每小题1. 5分，满分7. 5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What does Leon want to do this term
A. Make money. B. Earn more credits. C. Get experience.
2. What is Maggie probably doing now
A. Eating eggs. B. Doing the laundry. C. Cooking breakfast.
3. What will the woman keep
A. A cat. B. A dog. C. A turtle.
4. How does the man sound in the end
A. Annoyed. B. Excited. C. Confident.
5. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Neighbors. B. Husband and wife. C. Grandfather and granddaughter.
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。
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
6. Who is the woman
A. A shop assistant. B. The man’s wife. C. A cashier.
7. What is the man going to do with the blouse
A. Return it. B. Pay for it. C. Exchange it.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
8. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a museum. B. At a parking lot. C. At a bus station.
9. How long does it take the woman to the park by taxi
A. 20 minutes. B. 25 minutes. C. 30 minutes.
10. What advice does the man give to the woman
A. Taking a bus. B. Taking a taxi. C. Walking to the park.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
11. Why does Eric quit
A. He wants to work close to his parents.
B. He doesn’t get enough paid holidays.
C. He finds a new job with a higher salary.
12. In which country does Eric work
A. China. B. Finland. C. The U. S.
13. What does Ms. Thomas think of Eric’s job performance
A. It’s poor. B. It’s ordinary. C. It’s great.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
14. What is Tina’s weakest part of learning English
A. Writing. B. Speaking. C. Reading.
15. What matters most in learning a language according to Colin
A. Being patient.
B. Making friends with foreigners.
C. Living in an English-speaking country.
16. What does Colin suggest Tina do
A. Get up earlier to learn.
B. Read newspapers every day.
C. Practice English every morning.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17. What is the biggest difference between weak AI and strong AI
A. Cost. B. Service time. C. Human involvement.
18. Which of the following belongs to strong AI
A. Apple’s Siri. B. A self-driving car. C. AlphaGo.
19. What is many experts’ attitude toward the future of AI
A. Supportive. B. Uncertain. C. Depressed.
20. What will be discussed about AI next
A. The problem to deal with.
B. An example of weak AI.
C. The benefit of it.
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2. 5分，满分37. 5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C、和D）中，选出最佳选项并在答题 卡上将该项涂黑。
A
How to Pack a Picnic in Paris like a Local
Picnicking is a national sport in France, especially in Paris. But picnicking here is much more than throwing a couple of sandwiches, some Cokes, and a bag of chips into a grocery sack. No, like all things French, there are rules as to how to pack a picnic in Paris.
How to choose a Picnic Place
The best places to have Parisian picnics include parks, gardens, and along the water. And green spaces actually allow you to step foot on the grass. I am not talking about the Tuileries, the Versailles or Luxembourg Garden. On the other hand, along
River Seine is quite nice, as is the Champ-de-Mars. However, no matter which setting you choose, you’ll want a blanket to go with you.
Picnic Trinity
The Holy Trinity of French picnics includes bread, cheese, and meat. These items are the basic elements for a perfect Paris picnic. Of course, this is France and the variety of bread, cheese, meat is enormous. It can be downright hard to choose, but don’t be nervous. It’s not like you’re choosing the next president or anything. It’s just food.
Drinks for a Picnic in Paris
You may also want to bring something to drink for a perfect Paris picnic. Undeniably, wine is the most popular choice. That’s why bottles of rosé fill the store shelves and disappear just as quickly. It’s a light, refreshing, and inexpensive choice. Not a wine lover Don’t worry! Beer is also acceptable, especially on a hot summer day. A bottle of sparkling is also good to have.
So, there you have it: How to pack a picnic in Paris. However, picnicking in Paris isn’t just about stuffing your blanket with food and wine. Instead, it’s a social tradition, part of the French joie de vivre.
1. Which is the perfect place to have a picnic in Paris
A. The Tuileries.
B. The Versailles.
C. The Champ-de-Mars.
D. The Luxembourg Garden.
2. According to the author, how many items are necessary for a Paris picnic
A. One. B. Two. C. Three. D. Four.
3. If you aren’t into alcohol, what drink would you buy when picnicking
A. Beer. B. Sparkling. C. Wine. D. Rosé.
B
When Dad returned to our small farm in a wheelchair after five months in hospital, I, then aged four, became the helper and the spirit builder. I accompanied Dad regularly for recovery. Dad progressed from wheelchair to a walker to crutches (拐杖). My role included watching patiently, ready to help when my dad’s determination wasn’t enough.
We missed some social events. Dad couldn’t come to school concerts, basketball games, and other events when my friends had a strong family presence. I didn’t have the chance to run in the park and be carried on shoulders when I was tired. But as an adult I realize what I gained by watching my dad heal his body, spirit and life with determination. I learned that it was up to us to decide whether we’ d be ashamed or accept ourselves and others as complete. Mom still has a family portrait (全家福) I painted in second grade showing my father using two silver sticks as extensions (延伸) of his arms.
Most of all, caregivers learn to care. They see the need to open the door for the next person even for a few seconds. They learn to see the needs of others, even when it hurts. Caregivers understand that everyone needs to contribute and have a sense of community.
Recently, a participant in a program that I organized commented that I had comforting eyes.Without hesitation, I responded, “I grew up with a disabled father. Early in life, I would decide when it was time to be a child or a problem solver. ” Although I may have missed enjoying a ride on my father’s shoulders, I had a chance to develop comforting eyes and everything that goes with that, always ready to help.
4. What role did the author play with his father in a wheelchair
A. Taking over household duties.
B. Supporting his father’s recovery.
C. Replacing his father at school events.
D. Entertaining his father with stories and games.
5. What can we infer about the author’s childhood
A. He spent a carefree childhood.
B. He focused on his academic studies.
C. He suffered from his father’s disability.
D. He missed many childhood experiences.
6. What is painted by the author in the family portrait
A. The father using crutches.
B. The family at a school concert.
C. The author playing with his father.
D. The mother helping with the author.
7. What can we know about caregivers according to the author
A. They depend on others. B. They focus on themselves.
C. They grow considerate and caring. D. They can beat mental loneliness.
C
Have you ever noticed how some people seem to handle difficulties calmly while others let small problems ruin their entire day This difference often comes down to how we respond to challenges. American social psychologist Leon Festinger proposed a famous theory later known as “Festinger’s Law”, which states that10 percent of life’s events are beyond your control, but 90 percent is within your control.
To explain this, let’s examine two events. First, imagine a business professional who has an important presentation. On the way to work, they spill coffee on his shirt. If he reacts with frustration, rushes angrily, and arrives hurriedly, his presentation may suffer due to his distracted state. Now, consider an alternative response: he calmly cleans up, changes clothes, and uses the extra time in transit to review his notes. The initial problem is the same, but the outcomes differ dramatically because of his reactions.
The influences of Festinger’s Law extend beyond individual situations to interpersonal relationships as well. In family conflicts, for instance, an unpleasant response to a minor disagreement can increase tensions, while a patient, understanding approach often leads to resolution. Similarly, in team projects, how members respond to setbacks — whether with blame or constructive problem-solving — can determine the group’s ultimate success.
What makes this principle particularly valuable is its universal applicability. Whether dealing with academic pressures, workplace (challenges, or personal relationships, the common thread is that our reactions often matter more than the problems themselves. By cultivating self-awareness and emotional 1regulation, we can significantly improve our ability to navigate life’s unavoidable difficulties.
Developing this skill requires practice. It involves pausing before reacting, assessing situations objectively, and consciously choosing productive responses. Over time, this approach becomes habitual, leading to better outcomes and reduced stress. Festinger’s Law ultimately teaches us while we can’t control everything that happens to us, we can always control how we respond — and that makes all the difference.
8. Why does the author pose a question at the beginning
A. To emphasize the Law’s difficulties.
B. To rate readers’ psychology knowledge.
C. To create a personal connection to the topic.
D. To introduce Dr. Festinger’s life experiences.
9. What is the main lesson from the coffee spill example
A. Spare clothes should always be ready.
B. Your reaction matters more than the problem.
C. Business people face many challenges.
D. Small problems can ruin your whole day.
10. What is the significant value of Festinger’s Law
A. It helps people better address life’s challenges.
B. It provides useful guidance for different life situations.
C It encourages us to focus on the things we can’t control.
D. It suggests most problems are less serious than they seem.
11. What is the main idea of the last paragraph
A. The methods to practice Festinger’s Law.
B. The occasions to control personal feelings.
C. The benefits of reducing stress.
D. The impact of immediate reactions.
D
The extinction of the largest dinosaurs to walk the Earth may have played a critical role in creating an environment that helped fruits evolve (进化) , thus indirectly shaping the evolution of our own fruit-eating ancestors, according to new research. The study, published Feb. 17, provides solid evidence in favor of this.
Dinosaurs were ecosystem engineers, greatly changing their environments by knocking down trees and eating high volumes of vegetation. Following the extinction of dinosaurs, the forests grew back thicker, blocking the sun from reaching the ground layer, which, many generations later, led to the growth of large seeds and fruit. Researchers have assumed this happened because in thicker forests, competition for light pushed trees to grow taller and faster than their neighbors, and trees grown from larger seeds had a head start in that competition. As a benefit, investing in large, tasty fruit made them more likely to be consumed and spread by animals, helping the plants to survive.
However, there hasn’t been much evidence to support this theory. To address this, the research team created a model where seed and fruit size increased as a response to the darker forest understory that followed dinosaur extinctions, matching actual seed size trends in the past 65 million years.
They incorporated (结合) recently gained understanding of how large animals affect forest structure, how seeds grow into trees and how animal size has changed over time. The result: The model closely replicated the observed trends in seed and animal size over time.
No surprises so far. But what came next, when they continued running the model, was a surprise. The data pointed to a mysterious phenomenon in the fossil (化石) record: About 35 million years ago, seeds started getting smaller, because land animals had once again become sufficiently large to have a similar effect on the forests as the dinosaurs did.
“These results provide a striking example of how large dinosaurs — and their eventual extinction — not only shaped their contemporary environment but also had great effects on ecosystems for millions of years,” said Benjamin Wiebe, a Ph.D student at NAU and second author on the paper.
12. What did researchers assume in paragraph 2
A. Dinosaurs were ecosystem engineers. B. Animals contributed to thicker forests.
C. Competition for light led to larger seeds. D. Forests thinned after dinosaur extinction.
13. What does the underlined word “replicated” in paragraph 4 probably mean
A. Reproduced. B. Changed. C. Assessed. D. Opposed.
14. What astonished the researchers when continuing running the model
A. The decrease in seed size. B. The emergence of fossils.
C. The population of land animals. D. The comeback of fruit eaters.
15. What is the best title for the text
A. Dinosaurs: The Ecosystem Protectors. B. Humans: The Modern-Day Dinosaurs.
C. Love Fruit Thank Dinosaur Mass Extinction. D. Surprised Dinosaurs Shaped Fruit Varieties.
第二节（共5小题，每小题2. 5分，满分12. 5分）
根据短文内容，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。
Napping (小憩) during the day is an ancient custom that is practiced worldwide. Short naps, which last from 20 to 30 minutes at the right time, can benefit vitality and overall health in countless ways. Short naps can strengthen mental functioning and memory, as well as improve energy, attention and reaction time. ____16____ Because napping seems to improve creative thinking, some companies have attempted to introduce napping rooms.
What’s more, it appears the brain uses nap time to process information gathered throughout the day. ____17____ A study revealed that short naps also helped people become more confident and sensible, which resulted in better focus and efficiency at work. Napping may also lead to an improved ability to learn new skills, such as a golf swing. This is because these memories or skills are strengthened in the brain during sleep.
____18____ Studies show that more consistent sleep will help lower “fight or flight” chemicals in our bodies. As a result our blood pressure and heart rates are normalized. Napping appears to help this process for some people.
____19____ One condition related to napping longer than 30 minutes is sleep inertia (睡后迟钝). This can harm cognitive (认知的) function from several minutes up to half an hour. Long or late afternoon naps can lead to difficulties falling asleep during the night. ____20____
So, to maximize benefits while reducing risks, please keep naps short in the early afternoon to avoid sleep inertia and nighttime sleep disorder.
A. But napping can come with drawbacks as well.
B. The reason for this phenomenon is mostly unknown.
C. Therefore, that appears to improve problem-solving abilities.
D. Napping should not serve as an option for enough nighttime rest.
E. Short naps are also linked to increased productivity and creativity.
F. Napping can also be connected to a reduced risk of heart diseases.
G. Besides, for those aged 60 and up, longer naps may increase the risk for heart diseases.
三部分 语言知识运用（共三节，满分45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。
On Sunday, June 22, Phoenix completed a cross-country cycling race and fulfilled his promise to his father.
A month before the race, Phoenix was at a ____21____ point because of the stressful training. He called his dad for ____22____ but was informed that his dad was diagnosed with cancer and would receive ____23____ at the same time as the race.
However, his dad didn’t ____24____ him to be by his side. He thought Phoenix could give him more ____25____ by doing this race. Then they reached a(n) ____26____. “If I didn’t quit throughout the race, he wouldn’t quit throughout the treatment,” Phoenix recalled. “When you have a(n) ____27____, you feel unstoppable.”
Race Across America is ____28____ considered one of the hardest challenges on the planet, lasting 12 days, over3,000 miles, and 12 states. Phoenix ____29____ just one hour of sleep per night and lost feeling in his hands and feet. But he kept going for his dad.
The two talked throughout the race on FaceTime. Every day before treatment, Phoenix’s dad begged the doctors to ____30____ so he would be available when his son made it to the next checkpoint. The most ____31____ moment came when Phoenix finally crossed the ____32____ and saw his dad on the phone screen.
“We have ____33____ our battles that make us see how ____34____ life can be,” Phoenix said, “It’ s about how you react to the things that life ____35____ at you. But never give up.”
21. A. starting B. breaking C. meeting D. thinking
22. A. support B. permission C. answer D. information
23. A. advice B. training C. treatment D. response
24. A. warn B. urge C. signal D. help
25. A. strength B. guidance C. freedom D. pressure
26. A. conclusion B. milestone C. objective D. agreement
27. A. secret B. assistant C. bond D. option
28. A. hardly B. historically C. widely D. personally
29. A. averaged B. required C. interrupted D. reduced
30. A. calm down B. show off C. hurry up D. set out
31. A. fortunate B. emotional C. awkward D. nervous
32. A. comfort zone B. road block C. culture gap D. finish line
33. A. shared B. failed C. launched D. avoided
34. A. short B. busy C. lonely D. tough
35. A. points B. shouts C. waves D. throws
第Ⅱ卷（非选择题 共55分）
第二节 语法填空（共10小题；每小题1. 5分，满分15分）
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。将答案填写在答题卡的相应位置。
China’s AI computing (计算) industry income ____36____ (predict) to hit 4.4 trillion yuan by next year, resulting in rapid growth in technology and trillion-yuan-level opportunities, according to an industry report ____37____ (release) at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference.
In China, AI will break industry ____38____ (barrier), establish new ecosystems and boost efficiency in manufacturing (制造业), finance, information and communication technologies, automobile and e-commerce. In the future, the AI industry will develop ____39____ two directions—“Intelligent” and“Inclusive”, ____40____ means integration (融合) with more industries, according to the report.
AI computing capabilities have become a focus and a strategic technology resource globally. The growth rate of computing power supply is obviously difficult to meet the “explosion of demand,” and the reserve (储备) of computing power has become ____41____ necessity for all industries.
During WAIC, SenseTime released development in ____42____ (vary) industries covering smart driving, finance, health care, e-commerce and other industries, with its large language model SenseNova. “We are now going through a new wave of technological revolution (革命) in AI, ____43____ (lead) to an explosive growth in industry demand and the emergence of new formats,” said Xu Li, chairman and CEO of SenseTime. “____44____ (ultimate), we are looking to reduce the costs and barriers, enabling their value _____45_____ (realize).”
第四部分 写作（满分40分）
第一节 应用文写作（满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华，上周五参加了外教Kevin做的关于各国音乐的讲座。请你给他写封邮件，内容包括：
1. 你的收获；
2. 你的感想。
注意：
1. 词数不少于80词；
2. 开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。
Dear Kevin,
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节 读后续写（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。
I didn’t like Del so much. He always called me the nickname “Germy”, which meant “dirty”, instead of my real name “Jamie”. Besides, he was known as a trouble-maker in school. So when the head teacher Mr. Smith asked Del to come to his office, I naturally thought that Del had done something mean to someone. Through the window, I caught sight of a smaller boy crying. Del seemed unhappy, too.
He did not return to class that day. All of us were discussing what had happened to him. What else could such an annoying boy do “He must have hit the boy and was sent home,” I whispered to my friends. Their eyes widened. It felt good to see them so interested in what I said.
The next morning, the whole school was talking about Del being expelled(开除) for beating up a kid. I was surprised that my assumptions were passed on so quickly. So when Del walked into the classroom, all the kids were shocked. The kids next to him shift ed their desks away. “What’s your problem ” Del asked. “I don’t want you to attack me,” one kid said. Some laughed. “Yeah, I might,” said Del. I could tell he was joking, but many kids thought he admitted he did beat up someone.
During recess(课间休息), Del tried to join the kickball game. “Neither team wants you,” one of the players said. “Why ” Del asked, looking confused. “I always play with you guys.” They ignored him and went on playing. Del sat by himself while the rest of the school enjoyed their recess away from him. Del looked lonely and sad, much different from before. I started to feel sorry for him.
Later that day, I learned what really happened. The kid was Del’s little brother and he was crying because their mother fell ill and was sent to hospital. I felt even sorrier for what I said before. I started a rumor(谣言).
注意：
1．续写词数应为150左右;2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
At recess the next day, I saw Del sitting alone watching the kickball game.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Now that Del had forgiven me, I decided to do more before the recess was over.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
答案版
内江六中2025—2026学年（上）高2027届半期考试
英语学科试题
考试时间：120分钟 满分：150分
注意事项：
1. 答题前，考生在答题卡上务必用直径0. 5毫米黑色墨水签字笔将自己的姓名、准考证号填写清楚。请认真核准准考证号、姓名和科目。
2. 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，如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号，在试题卷上作答无效。
第Ⅰ卷（选择题共95分）
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共5小题；每小题1. 5分，满分7. 5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What does Leon want to do this term
A. Make money. B. Earn more credits. C. Get experience.
2. What is Maggie probably doing now
A. Eating eggs. B. Doing the laundry. C. Cooking breakfast.
3. What will the woman keep
A. A cat. B. A dog. C. A turtle.
4. How does the man sound in the end
A. Annoyed. B. Excited. C. Confident.
5. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Neighbors. B. Husband and wife. C. Grandfather and granddaughter.
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。
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
6. Who is the woman
A. A shop assistant. B. The man’s wife. C. A cashier.
7. What is the man going to do with the blouse
A. Return it. B. Pay for it. C. Exchange it.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
8. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a museum. B. At a parking lot. C. At a bus station.
9. How long does it take the woman to the park by taxi
A. 20 minutes. B. 25 minutes. C. 30 minutes.
10. What advice does the man give to the woman
A. Taking a bus. B. Taking a taxi. C. Walking to the park.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
11. Why does Eric quit
A. He wants to work close to his parents.
B. He doesn’t get enough paid holidays.
C. He finds a new job with a higher salary.
12. In which country does Eric work
A. China. B. Finland. C. The U. S.
13. What does Ms. Thomas think of Eric’s job performance
A. It’s poor. B. It’s ordinary. C. It’s great.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
14. What is Tina’s weakest part of learning English
A. Writing. B. Speaking. C. Reading.
15. What matters most in learning a language according to Colin
A. Being patient.
B. Making friends with foreigners.
C. Living in an English-speaking country.
16. What does Colin suggest Tina do
A. Get up earlier to learn.
B. Read newspapers every day.
C. Practice English every morning.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17. What is the biggest difference between weak AI and strong AI
A. Cost. B. Service time. C. Human involvement.
18. Which of the following belongs to strong AI
A. Apple’s Siri. B. A self-driving car. C. AlphaGo.
19. What is many experts’ attitude toward the future of AI
A. Supportive. B. Uncertain. C. Depressed.
20. What will be discussed about AI next
A. The problem to deal with.
B. An example of weak AI.
C. The benefit of it.
听力答案：1-10 CBCBB ABABC 11-20 AACBA CCBAA
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2. 5分，满分37. 5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C、和D）中，选出最佳选项并在答题 卡上将该项涂黑。
A
How to Pack a Picnic in Paris like a Local
Picnicking is a national sport in France, especially in Paris. But picnicking here is much more than throwing a couple of sandwiches, some Cokes, and a bag of chips into a grocery sack. No, like all things French, there are rules as to how to pack a picnic in Paris.
How to choose a Picnic Place
The best places to have Parisian picnics include parks, gardens, and along the water. And green spaces actually allow you to step foot on the grass. I am not talking about the Tuileries, the Versailles or Luxembourg Garden. On the other hand, along
River Seine is quite nice, as is the Champ-de-Mars. However, no matter which setting you choose, you’ll want a blanket to go with you.
Picnic Trinity
The Holy Trinity of French picnics includes bread, cheese, and meat. These items are the basic elements for a perfect Paris picnic. Of course, this is France and the variety of bread, cheese, meat is enormous. It can be downright hard to choose, but don’t be nervous. It’s not like you’re choosing the next president or anything. It’s just food.
Drinks for a Picnic in Paris
You may also want to bring something to drink for a perfect Paris picnic. Undeniably, wine is the most popular choice. That’s why bottles of rosé fill the store shelves and disappear just as quickly. It’s a light, refreshing, and inexpensive choice. Not a wine lover Don’t worry! Beer is also acceptable, especially on a hot summer day. A bottle of sparkling is also good to have.
So, there you have it: How to pack a picnic in Paris. However, picnicking in Paris isn’t just about stuffing your blanket with food and wine. Instead, it’s a social tradition, part of the French joie de vivre.
1. Which is the perfect place to have a picnic in Paris
A. The Tuileries.
B. The Versailles.
C. The Champ-de-Mars.
D. The Luxembourg Garden.
2. According to the author, how many items are necessary for a Paris picnic
A. One. B. Two. C. Three. D. Four.
3. If you aren’t into alcohol, what drink would you buy when picnicking
A. Beer. B. Sparkling. C. Wine. D. Rosé.
【答案】1. C 2. C 3. B
B
When Dad returned to our small farm in a wheelchair after five months in hospital, I, then aged four, became the helper and the spirit builder. I accompanied Dad regularly for recovery. Dad progressed from wheelchair to a walker to crutches (拐杖). My role included watching patiently, ready to help when my dad’s determination wasn’t enough.
We missed some social events. Dad couldn’t come to school concerts, basketball games, and other events when my friends had a strong family presence. I didn’t have the chance to run in the park and be carried on shoulders when I was tired. But as an adult I realize what I gained by watching my dad heal his body, spirit and life with determination. I learned that it was up to us to decide whether we’ d be ashamed or accept ourselves and others as complete. Mom still has a family portrait (全家福) I painted in second grade showing my father using two silver sticks as extensions (延伸) of his arms.
Most of all, caregivers learn to care. They see the need to open the door for the next person even for a few seconds. They learn to see the needs of others, even when it hurts. Caregivers understand that everyone needs to contribute and have a sense of community.
Recently, a participant in a program that I organized commented that I had comforting eyes.Without hesitation, I responded, “I grew up with a disabled father. Early in life, I would decide when it was time to be a child or a problem solver. ” Although I may have missed enjoying a ride on my father’s shoulders, I had a chance to develop comforting eyes and everything that goes with that, always ready to help.
4. What role did the author play with his father in a wheelchair
A. Taking over household duties.
B. Supporting his father’s recovery.
C. Replacing his father at school events.
D. Entertaining his father with stories and games.
5. What can we infer about the author’s childhood
A. He spent a carefree childhood.
B. He focused on his academic studies.
C. He suffered from his father’s disability.
D. He missed many childhood experiences.
6. What is painted by the author in the family portrait
A. The father using crutches.
B. The family at a school concert.
C. The author playing with his father.
D. The mother helping with the author.
7. What can we know about caregivers according to the author
A. They depend on others. B. They focus on themselves.
C. They grow considerate and caring. D. They can beat mental loneliness.
【答案】4. B 5. D 6. A 7. C
C
Have you ever noticed how some people seem to handle difficulties calmly while others let small problems ruin their entire day This difference often comes down to how we respond to challenges. American social psychologist Leon Festinger proposed a famous theory later known as “Festinger’s Law”, which states that10 percent of life’s events are beyond your control, but 90 percent is within your control.
To explain this, let’s examine two events. First, imagine a business professional who has an important presentation. On the way to work, they spill coffee on his shirt. If he reacts with frustration, rushes angrily, and arrives hurriedly, his presentation may suffer due to his distracted state. Now, consider an alternative response: he calmly cleans up, changes clothes, and uses the extra time in transit to review his notes. The initial problem is the same, but the outcomes differ dramatically because of his reactions.
The influences of Festinger’s Law extend beyond individual situations to interpersonal relationships as well. In family conflicts, for instance, an unpleasant response to a minor disagreement can increase tensions, while a patient, understanding approach often leads to resolution. Similarly, in team projects, how members respond to setbacks — whether with blame or constructive problem-solving — can determine the group’s ultimate success.
What makes this principle particularly valuable is its universal applicability. Whether dealing with academic pressures, workplace (challenges, or personal relationships, the common thread is that our reactions often matter more than the problems themselves. By cultivating self-awareness and emotional 1regulation, we can significantly improve our ability to navigate life’s unavoidable difficulties.
Developing this skill requires practice. It involves pausing before reacting, assessing situations objectively, and consciously choosing productive responses. Over time, this approach becomes habitual, leading to better outcomes and reduced stress. Festinger’s Law ultimately teaches us while we can’t control everything that happens to us, we can always control how we respond — and that makes all the difference.
8. Why does the author pose a question at the beginning
A. To emphasize the Law’s difficulties.
B. To rate readers’ psychology knowledge.
C. To create a personal connection to the topic.
D. To introduce Dr. Festinger’s life experiences.
9. What is the main lesson from the coffee spill example
A. Spare clothes should always be ready.
B. Your reaction matters more than the problem.
C. Business people face many challenges.
D. Small problems can ruin your whole day.
10. What is the significant value of Festinger’s Law
A. It helps people better address life’s challenges.
B. It provides useful guidance for different life situations.
C It encourages us to focus on the things we can’t control.
D. It suggests most problems are less serious than they seem.
11. What is the main idea of the last paragraph
A. The methods to practice Festinger’s Law.
B. The occasions to control personal feelings.
C. The benefits of reducing stress.
D. The impact of immediate reactions.
【答案】8. C 9. B 10. B 11. A
D
The extinction of the largest dinosaurs to walk the Earth may have played a critical role in creating an environment that helped fruits evolve (进化) , thus indirectly shaping the evolution of our own fruit-eating ancestors, according to new research. The study, published Feb. 17, provides solid evidence in favor of this.
Dinosaurs were ecosystem engineers, greatly changing their environments by knocking down trees and eating high volumes of vegetation. Following the extinction of dinosaurs, the forests grew back thicker, blocking the sun from reaching the ground layer, which, many generations later, led to the growth of large seeds and fruit. Researchers have assumed this happened because in thicker forests, competition for light pushed trees to grow taller and faster than their neighbors, and trees grown from larger seeds had a head start in that competition. As a benefit, investing in large, tasty fruit made them more likely to be consumed and spread by animals, helping the plants to survive.
However, there hasn’t been much evidence to support this theory. To address this, the research team created a model where seed and fruit size increased as a response to the darker forest understory that followed dinosaur extinctions, matching actual seed size trends in the past 65 million years.
They incorporated (结合) recently gained understanding of how large animals affect forest structure, how seeds grow into trees and how animal size has changed over time. The result: The model closely replicated the observed trends in seed and animal size over time.
No surprises so far. But what came next, when they continued running the model, was a surprise. The data pointed to a mysterious phenomenon in the fossil (化石) record: About 35 million years ago, seeds started getting smaller, because land animals had once again become sufficiently large to have a similar effect on the forests as the dinosaurs did.
“These results provide a striking example of how large dinosaurs — and their eventual extinction — not only shaped their contemporary environment but also had great effects on ecosystems for millions of years,” said Benjamin Wiebe, a Ph.D student at NAU and second author on the paper.
12. What did researchers assume in paragraph 2
A. Dinosaurs were ecosystem engineers. B. Animals contributed to thicker forests.
C. Competition for light led to larger seeds. D. Forests thinned after dinosaur extinction.
13. What does the underlined word “replicated” in paragraph 4 probably mean
A. Reproduced. B. Changed. C. Assessed. D. Opposed.
14. What astonished the researchers when continuing running the model
A. The decrease in seed size. B. The emergence of fossils.
C. The population of land animals. D. The comeback of fruit eaters.
15. What is the best title for the text
A. Dinosaurs: The Ecosystem Protectors. B. Humans: The Modern-Day Dinosaurs.
C. Love Fruit Thank Dinosaur Mass Extinction. D. Surprised Dinosaurs Shaped Fruit Varieties.
【答案】12. C 13. A 14. A 15. C
第二节（共5小题，每小题2. 5分，满分12. 5分）
根据短文内容，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。
Napping (小憩) during the day is an ancient custom that is practiced worldwide. Short naps, which last from 20 to 30 minutes at the right time, can benefit vitality and overall health in countless ways. Short naps can strengthen mental functioning and memory, as well as improve energy, attention and reaction time. ____16____ Because napping seems to improve creative thinking, some companies have attempted to introduce napping rooms.
What’s more, it appears the brain uses nap time to process information gathered throughout the day. ____17____ A study revealed that short naps also helped people become more confident and sensible, which resulted in better focus and efficiency at work. Napping may also lead to an improved ability to learn new skills, such as a golf swing. This is because these memories or skills are strengthened in the brain during sleep.
____18____ Studies show that more consistent sleep will help lower “fight or flight” chemicals in our bodies. As a result our blood pressure and heart rates are normalized. Napping appears to help this process for some people.
____19____ One condition related to napping longer than 30 minutes is sleep inertia (睡后迟钝). This can harm cognitive (认知的) function from several minutes up to half an hour. Long or late afternoon naps can lead to difficulties falling asleep during the night. ____20____
So, to maximize benefits while reducing risks, please keep naps short in the early afternoon to avoid sleep inertia and nighttime sleep disorder.
A. But napping can come with drawbacks as well.
B. The reason for this phenomenon is mostly unknown.
C. Therefore, that appears to improve problem-solving abilities.
D. Napping should not serve as an option for enough nighttime rest.
E. Short naps are also linked to increased productivity and creativity.
F. Napping can also be connected to a reduced risk of heart diseases.
G. Besides, for those aged 60 and up, longer naps may increase the risk for heart diseases.
【答案】16. E 17. C 18. F 19. A 20. G
第三部分 语言知识运用（共三节，满分45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。
On Sunday, June 22, Phoenix completed a cross-country cycling race and fulfilled his promise to his father.
A month before the race, Phoenix was at a ____21____ point because of the stressful training. He called his dad for ____22____ but was informed that his dad was diagnosed with cancer and would receive ____23____ at the same time as the race.
However, his dad didn’t ____24____ him to be by his side. He thought Phoenix could give him more ____25____ by doing this race. Then they reached a(n) ____26____. “If I didn’t quit throughout the race, he wouldn’t quit throughout the treatment,” Phoenix recalled. “When you have a(n) ____27____, you feel unstoppable.”
Race Across America is ____28____ considered one of the hardest challenges on the planet, lasting 12 days, over3,000 miles, and 12 states. Phoenix ____29____ just one hour of sleep per night and lost feeling in his hands and feet. But he kept going for his dad.
The two talked throughout the race on FaceTime. Every day before treatment, Phoenix’s dad begged the doctors to ____30____ so he would be available when his son made it to the next checkpoint. The most ____31____ moment came when Phoenix finally crossed the ____32____ and saw his dad on the phone screen.
“We have ____33____ our battles that make us see how ____34____ life can be,” Phoenix said, “It’ s about how you react to the things that life ____35____ at you. But never give up.”
21. A. starting B. breaking C. meeting D. thinking
22. A. support B. permission C. answer D. information
23. A. advice B. training C. treatment D. response
24. A. warn B. urge C. signal D. help
25. A. strength B. guidance C. freedom D. pressure
26. A. conclusion B. milestone C. objective D. agreement
27. A. secret B. assistant C. bond D. option
28. A. hardly B. historically C. widely D. personally
29. A. averaged B. required C. interrupted D. reduced
30. A. calm down B. show off C. hurry up D. set out
31. A. fortunate B. emotional C. awkward D. nervous
32. A. comfort zone B. road block C. culture gap D. finish line
33. A. shared B. failed C. launched D. avoided
34. A. short B. busy C. lonely D. tough
35. A. points B. shouts C. waves D. throws
【答案】21. B 22. A 23. C 24. B 25. A 26. D 27. C 28. C 29. A 30. C 31. B 32. D 33. A 34. D 35. D
第Ⅱ卷（非选择题 共55分）
第二节 语法填空（共10小题；每小题1. 5分，满分15分）
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。将答案填写在答题卡的相应位置。
China’s AI computing (计算) industry income ____36____ (predict) to hit 4.4 trillion yuan by next year, resulting in rapid growth in technology and trillion-yuan-level opportunities, according to an industry report ____37____ (release) at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference.
In China, AI will break industry ____38____ (barrier), establish new ecosystems and boost efficiency in manufacturing (制造业), finance, information and communication technologies, automobile and e-commerce. In the future, the AI industry will develop ____39____ two directions—“Intelligent” and“Inclusive”, ____40____ means integration (融合) with more industries, according to the report.
AI computing capabilities have become a focus and a strategic technology resource globally. The growth rate of computing power supply is obviously difficult to meet the “explosion of demand,” and the reserve (储备) of computing power has become ____41____ necessity for all industries.
During WAIC, SenseTime released development in ____42____ (vary) industries covering smart driving, finance, health care, e-commerce and other industries, with its large language model SenseNova. “We are now going through a new wave of technological revolution (革命) in AI, ____43____ (lead) to an explosive growth in industry demand and the emergence of new formats,” said Xu Li, chairman and CEO of SenseTime. “____44____ (ultimate), we are looking to reduce the costs and barriers, enabling their value _____45_____ (realize).”
【答案】36. is predicted
37. released
38. barriers
39. in 40. which
41. a 42. various
43. leading
44. Ultimately
45. to be realized
第四部分 写作（满分40分）
第一节 应用文写作（满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华，上周五参加了外教Kevin做的关于各国音乐的讲座。请你给他写封邮件，内容包括：
1. 你的收获；
2. 你的感想。
注意：
1. 词数不少于80词；
2. 开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。
Dear Kevin,
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】例文
Dear Kevin,
Hope this email finds you well. I’m writing to express my gratitude for your absorbing lecture on music last Friday. It was truly a superior experience!
My biggest takeaway is how music reflects cultural identities — though a universal language, music involves great diversities, from the unique beats of African tradition instruments to the awesome tunes of Chinese Guzheng. Your passion also inspires me to explore more of the world’s music and impresses on me the power music holds in connecting people across borders.
Thanks again and I’m looking forward to attending more of your lectures and learning from your expertise.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节 读后续写（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。
I didn’t like Del so much. He always called me the nickname “Germy”, which meant “dirty”, instead of my real name “Jamie”. Besides, he was known as a trouble-maker in school. So when the head teacher Mr. Smith asked Del to come to his office, I naturally thought that Del had done something mean to someone. Through the window, I caught sight of a smaller boy crying. Del seemed unhappy, too.
He did not return to class that day. All of us were discussing what had happened to him. What else could such an annoying boy do “He must have hit the boy and was sent home,” I whispered to my friends. Their eyes widened. It felt good to see them so interested in what I said.
The next morning, the whole school was talking about Del being expelled(开除) for beating up a kid. I was surprised that my assumptions were passed on so quickly. So when Del walked into the classroom, all the kids were shocked. The kids next to him shift ed their desks away. “What’s your problem ” Del asked. “I don’t want you to attack me,” one kid said. Some laughed. “Yeah, I might,” said Del. I could tell he was joking, but many kids thought he admitted he did beat up someone.
During recess(课间休息), Del tried to join the kickball game. “Neither team wants you,” one of the players said. “Why ” Del asked, looking confused. “I always play with you guys.” They ignored him and went on playing. Del sat by himself while the rest of the school enjoyed their recess away from him. Del looked lonely and sad, much different from before. I started to feel sorry for him.
Later that day, I learned what really happened. The kid was Del’s little brother and he was crying because their mother fell ill and was sent to hospital. I felt even sorrier for what I said before. I started a rumor(谣言).
注意：
1．续写词数应为150左右;2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
At recess the next day, I saw Del sitting alone watching the kickball game.
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Now that Del had forgiven me, I decided to do more before the recess was over.
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【答案】At recess the next day, I saw Del sitting alone watching the kickball game. Not wanting him to feel left out, I walked over and sat down beside him. “Hey Germy,” he said. “My name is Jamie.” I replied. I wanted to apologize for starting that rumor about him, but I was too ashamed to say it out loudly. “Del, do you want to play kickball with us ” I asked instead. He looked surprised but happy at the same time. After a moment of silence, he nodded his head.
Now that Del had forgiven me, I decided to do more before the recess was over. I stood up and shouted to the other kids, “Guys, come here! Let’s play kickball together! ” Some of them hesitated, but they eventually joined us. Del was smiling again and so were we. As we played, I realized that Del wasn’t as bad as I thought he was. He was just a normal kid who wanted to have fun and be accepted by others. From then on, whenever someone tried to start a rumor about him, I would stand up for him and tell them the truth about Del. We became good friends, and I learned an important lesson about judging people based on rumors.
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