莆田第二十五中学2025-2026学年上学期月考试卷高一英语
第一部分:听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节
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。每段对话读两遍。
1. What caused the man’s accident
A. A lovely bird B. An attractive bike C. A rubbish bin
2. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. At home B. In a bookstore C. At school
3. What does the man ask the woman to do
A. Make a report B. Pick up Mr. Allen C. Put off the meeting
4. What kind of film will the speakers watch
A A horror film B. A comedy film C. An action film
5. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Fellow workers B. Business partners C. Salesperson and customer
第二节
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
6. What is the man going to do this afternoon
A. Take a picture B. Visit his family C. Meet a customer
7. Where will the man probably go
A Station Street B. Redstone Street C. Center Street
听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
8. What do we know about the package
A. It’s a gift to the woman’s grandfather.
B. It was sent from Denmark.
C. It weighs 10 kilos.
9. How much will the woman pay in total
A. $12 B. $18 C. $20
听第8段材料,回答第10至12题。
10. Who is probably Anne
A. The man’s wife B. The man’s manager C. The man’s customer
11. What did the man do in the meeting room
A. He developed a sales plan.
B. He took some photos with his phone.
C. He collected some customers’ information.
12. What will the man do next
A. Ring Luke B. Work overtime C. Order some food
听第9段材料,回答第13至16题。
13. When did Ryan learn to play the violin
A In primary school B. In high school C. In college
14. What does the man study in college
A. Math B. Music C. Science
15. What will the man be responsible for at the charity party
A. Playing music B. Guarding the entrance C. Selling souvenirs
16. At what time will the charity party end
A. 6:00 p.m. B. 7:00 p.m. C. 8:00 p.m.
听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。
17. What is the speaker doing
A. Introducing a holiday destination
B. Hosting a travel show
C. Offering advice
18. Where do most visitors go skiing in Switzerland in winter
A. Lucerne B. Zermatt C. Geneva
19. What makes Switzerland suitable for health tourism
A. Its strict rules of food safety
B. Its rich outdoor activities
C. Its nice natural environment
20. What is the last point mentioned by the speaker
A. Making use of social media
B. Improving transportation
C. Promoting cultural festivals
第二部分:阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题; 每小题2.5分 ,满分37 .5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A 、B 、C 、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
UNESCO World Heritage Sites were created to celebrate and safeguard the most unique places around the world. Below are my 4 favorite UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Cinque Terre, Italy
With cars banned here, you’ll really get to feel the unique history and character of the Cinque Terre’s five centuries-old coastal villages. The breathtaking views of harbors far below the wild coastline along with the rich colors will definitely make it a memorable holiday.
Angkor Wat, Cambodia
Angkor Wat is the world’s largest religious (宗教的) monument and it contains impressive remains from the Khmer Empire (9th to 15th century). The site has dozens of iconic temples like Ta Prohm (a magnificent temple ruin hidden in the jungle). Hosting more than two million visitors annually, this artistic masterpiece is a must-see site.
Petra, Jordan
Petra’s rock-cut architecture has contributed to its nickname, the Rose City, based on the color of the stone it was carved from. The delicate constructions of temples and tombs along with the remains of churches and temples are only a couple of reasons why this world-famous site is a must-visit destination.
Yellowstone National Park, USA
Yellowstone’s vast wilderness includes mountain ranges, lakes and waterfalls. One of the main reasons for tourists to visit Yellowstone is to observe the amazing wildlife like grizzly bear, bison, bighorn sheep wander the plains and valleys.
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1. Where can tourists enjoy beautiful harbor views
A. In Cinque Terre. B. In Angkor Wat.
C. In Petra. D. In Yellowstone National Park.
2. What do Angkor Wat and Petra have in common
A. Colorful stones. B. Religious relics.
C. Coastal villages. D. Amazing wildlife.
3. Where is the text probably from
A. A news report. B. A wildlife brochure.
C. A travel blog. D. An economic magazine.
B
Do you remember the name of your kindergarten teacher I do, mine. Her name was Mrs. White.
I don’t remember much about what we learned in her class, but my mother once told me that we used to write a lot. And I would bring back what I wrote and she would look at it and see there were so many mistakes. But no red corrections. And always a star. Sometimes even a Good! The scrawl (潦草的笔迹) in that worried my mother, so one day when she met Mrs. White for one of those Parent-Teacher meetings, she asked her why she never corrected my mistakes. Why she never red-pencilled in the right spellings of words or pointed out grammatical errors.
Mrs. White said, “The children are just beginning to get excited about using words, about forming sentences. I don’t want to dampen that enthusiasm with red ink. Spelling and grammar can wait...” What my mother gave me was the gist of what she could remember. But I grew up learning to use words with loving confidence just like that.
And it occurs to me that if Mrs. White had used her red pen more precisely I probably wouldn’t be telling you about this now. I look back now and think she must have been a rather extraordinary teacher — to restrain (限制) her red pen. To allow the joy, wonder and excitement of expression flower — however faultily — like that.
I used to misspell “beautiful” a lot. I never could quite remember that the “e” went before the “a”. It annoyed my teacher in high school endlessly. Eventually the “e” s and “a” s that were wrong placed in “beautiful” settled into their right places. I am glad I didn’t wait on them though. “Pretty” is easier to spell but it doesn’t hold as much as you mean sometimes.
And thanks to Mrs. White I had no concerns about writing what I meant, even if I couldn’t quite spell it out. Because life isn’t pretty. It’s beautiful.
4. What worried his mother when the author was in kindergarten
A. The teacher’s little attention to the author’s mistakes.
B. The teacher’s terrible attitude to the author.
C. The author’s unwillingness to go to school.
D. The author’s failure in exams and scrawl in homework.
5. What does the underlined word “dampen” in Paragraph 3 mean
A. Increase. B. Inspire. C. Awaken. D. Reduce.
6. What can we learn from the fifth paragraph
A. The author finally succeeded in spelling “beautiful” correctly.
B. The teacher in high school disliked the author.
C. The author owed all his own spelling problems to Mrs. White.
D. The author preferred using the word “pretty”.
7. Which of the following can be used to describe Mrs. White
A. Humorous and kind. B. Warm-hearted and careful.
C. Honest and brave. D. Far-sighted and understanding.
C
Everybody hates rats. But in the areas where there are many earthquakes, rats will soon be man’s friends.
What happens after an earthquake We send in rescue (营救) dogs. Why Because they can smell people. Dogs save lives. They help rescuers to find living people. But dogs are big and they can’t get into small spaces. So now a new research project is using a smaller animal to save lives: the rat.
How does it work First, the rat is trained to smell people. When this happens, the rat’s brain gives a signal (信号). This is sent to a small radio on its back, and then the rescuers follow the radio signals. When the rat’s brain activity jumps, the rescuers know that someone is alive. Although there are already robots which can do this job, rats are better. Christian Linster at Cornel University, New York says, “Robots’ noses don’t work well when there are other smells around. Rats are good at that.” Rats can also see in the dark. They are cheaper and quicker to train than dogs, and unlike robots, they don’t need electricity!
The “rat project” is not finished, but Julie Ryan of International Rescue Corps in Scotland says, “It would be fantastic. A rat could get into spaces we couldn’t get to and a rat would get out if it wasn’t safe.” Perhaps for the first time in history, people will be happy to see a rat in a building (but only after an earthquake, of course).”
8. Why are rats used in the new research project
A. They are smarter than dogs. B. They are more curious.
C. They can reach smaller spaces. D. They are more popular than dogs.
9. What is the purpose of the new research project
A. To make a comparison. B. To help rescue people.
C. To reduce the work of rescuers. D. To charge robots.
10. What’s Julie Ryan’s attitude towards “rat project”
A. Negative B. Neutral C. Positive D. Opposed
11. What is the main idea of the text
A. The ways to rescue survivors.
B. Rats are man’s new best friends.
C. Rats can be trained to help find survivors after the earthquake.
D. Man will be happy to see a rat in the building.
D
If you thought running was just great for the body, then think again. Scientists have found that the sport not only keeps people fit but also improves your brain power (脑力).
The research found that people who keep fit are more likely to have larger brains better memories and clearer thinking. They also found that unfit people tended to have smaller brains and reduced cognitive skills. The findings add to a growing body of evidence which links exercise with helping protect the brain against ageing (老化) and also helping it replace dying cells (死细胞). This might reduce the risk of many illnesses and diseases such as Alzheimer’s.
One research paper within its latest issue sees scientists at Kentucky University putting 30 adults aged 59-69 on a treadmill (跑步机). Their heart and lung capacity was measured and an MRI scanner was used to assess the blood flow to their brains. Those who were less fit had smaller brains compared to the fitter volunteers who had larger brains. Scientists in Germany followed 21 adults aged between 60-77. As they went through a three-month fitness program, they saw improvements in their memory.
Researchers are not yet sure why exercise helps to protect brain cells but some research in mice has produced results. Mice, examined at the National Institute on Ageing, in Baltimore, found that cells in the hippocampus (海马体), an area of the brain used for memory, were actively reproducing while their fatter peers were in decline.
Linda Clare, professor of clinical psychology of ageing and dementia at Exeter University and a member of the Global Council on Brain Health told The Sunday Times: “Moderate intensity aerobic (有氧的) activity such as walking, cycling or running can produce changes in brain structure and function.”
12. Who tend to have larger brains, better memories and clearer thinking
A. People who are healthy. B. People who are thin.
C. People who are unhealthy. D. People who are fat.
13. What do we learn from the experiment in paragraph 3
A. Those who were less fit had larger brains.
B. Those who were fitter had smaller brains.
C. Exercise helps people improve their memory.
D. Old people doing exercise improve memory better than young people.
14. According to Linda Clare, which of the following statements is correct about moderate-intensity aerobic activities and their effects on the brain
A. Singing is a great moderate-intensity aerobic activity that can improve your brain power a lot.
B. Linda Clare said that only running can change the brain’s structure and function.
C. Walking, cycling, and running are all moderate-intensity aerobic activities that might help change the brain for the better.
D. All exercises, even just stretching, can make your brain work better according to Linda Clare.
15. What’s the main idea that the author wants to convey through his article
A. Running is the best way to keep fit.
B. Exercise can help improve our physical health only.
C. Scientists have discovered why exercise is good for the brain.
D. Engaging in sports can benefit both our body and brain, especially in improving brain power.
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。选项中有两项多余选项。
Cycling
Many people enjoy cycling as a hobby. Cycling is an activity that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and it is one of the most popular forms of exercise in the world.
___16___ When you are cycling, every one of your muscles (肌肉) is doing something. This hobby can make your body do all the exercise to stay fit.
Techniques
Techniques for cycling vary greatly depending on the type of cycling involved. Sprint (冲刺) cycling is a lot like sprint running and a lot of the muscles activities are involved. ___17___ They give a large amount of pressure on the bicycle pedals to get them going at a fast speed.
For distance cycling, the most important is endurance (耐力) and many top class distance cyclists spend many hours doing endurance leg exercises.
Equipment
___18___ You don’t need expensive equipment to get started but, there is a minimum amount needed for your health: Helmet (头盔) — Don’t ever ride without one whether it is local law or not. Wearing a helmet can save your life, or at least make the difference between a bad headache and a severe head injury. Gloves — I have a pair of these, and you could consider them important. They absorb shock from the handles, but more importantly, if you crash, your hands are protected. Glasses — To some, these are a must. ___19___
Safety
Always be safe on the road. Do not be daring, do not insist on the right of way, do not break traffic, and always be as visible as possible. ___20___
A. It is a sport that uses the whole body.
B. These are a must if you ride after dark.
C. For this, one needs to have strong leg muscles.
D. It is important if you want to transport anything on your bike.
E. They block bugs and other objects from hitting you in the eyes.
F. Cycling, more than many other forms of sports, requires some necessary items.
G. If you know the most common causes of accidents, you can be always careful.
第三部分 语言运用 (共三节,满分55分)
第一节 完形填空(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
A New Friend and Perspective (视角)
I picked up the phone, slowly dialing the number to her house. All I could think was what we could possibly have a conversation about. ____21____! I didn’t think I could have anything in common with someone who is 50 years older than me.
“Your grandmother won’t be around forever,” my mom said,____22____ I just did what she told me and painfully ____23____ my grandmother. What I didn’t know was that the phone call would change my attitude to life and my grandmother.
When she answered the ____24____, I planned to have a small conversation. Instead, she invited me to lunch. ____25____, I replied with a “That sounds great.”
When I____26____ the phone, I immediately regretted agreeing to the lunch date. How was I going to fit this ____27____my busy schedule of homework, games, and friends It was not my ideal Saturday, but I sucked it up and ____28____ anyway. Me and my grandmother… nothing to talk about.
____29____, my Saturday morning wasn’t painful. I was interested in listening about her recent trip to Europe and how she saw the famous Eiffel Tower. She told me stories about her sewing class and her friends. I wasn’t aware that 60-year-old people had a social life. It turned out that her life wasn’t as _____30_____as I thought. For once, I was _____31_____without friends and without my cell phone. We planned to meet again at her house. This time, my mom didn’t have to _____32_____me.
During the next visit, we sorted through three shoeboxes of photographs. There was an interesting story for each one. I learned that as humans, we _____33_____ human experiences, no matter what age.
Ever since I made the first phone call to my grandmother, we have talked at least once a week. I regret not calling her _____34_____. Her advice has taught me things that can’t be learned in a textbook. She taught me to be open to new things, to enjoy the simple things, and to appreciate what life has given me. I have _____35_____a friend, a mentor (导师), and a new perspective.
21. A. Nothing B. Something C. Everything D. Anything
22. A. but B. for C. or D. so
23. A. left B. called C. visited D. helped
24. A. phone B. door C. letter D. question
25. A. Hopefully B. Surprisingly C. Hesitantly D. Willingly
26. A. picked up B. put up C. hung up D. took up
27. A. up B. on C. with D. into
28. A. stopped B. waited C. went D. returned
29. A. Hopelessly B. Surprisingly C. Funnily D. Naturally
30. A. hard B. busy C. rich D. boring
31. A. curious B. content C. active D. proud
32. A. beg B. follow C. thank D. understand
33. A. doubt B. share C. tell D. enjoy
34. A. later B. more often C. earlier D. less often
35. A. remembered B. brought C. changed D. gained
第二节 (共10小题;每小题1.分,满分10分)
单句语法填空:用括号所给的单词的适当形式或根据句意填空。
36. Jordan says that the secret to his success is learning from his ______ (fail). (所给词的适当形式填空)
37. I miss my friends from junior high school, but I believe I will make new friends here and there’s a lot________ (explore) at senior high.(所给词的适当形式填空)
38. Soon after the quakes, the army sent 150,000 soldiers to Tangshan to dig out those who______________(trap)and to bury the dead. (所给词的正确形式填空)
39. People were _______ shock — and then, later that afternoon, another big quake shook Tangshan again. (用适当的词填空)
40. Finally, I stopped ___________ (compare) myself with actresses and models and looking for things that were wrong with my face or body. (所给词的适当形式填空)
41. Jordan’s skills were impressive, but the mental ______ (strong) that he showed made him unique. (所给词的适当形式填空)
42. The coach told me that I didn’t play well enough. ________ (obvious), I was unhappy, but I won’t quit. (所给词的适当形式填空)
43. I’ve heard that Terracotta Army is an __________ (amaze) sight, and I can’t wait to go. (所给词的适当形式填空)
44. I had no idea a letter could make such _______ difference! (用适当的词填空)
45. With perfect technique and zero-error performances, Quan Hongchan finally made _______ as a diving legend admired worldwide. (用适当的词填空)
第三节 (共10小题;每小题1分,满分10分)
短语填空:根据汉语提示短语的正确形式填空。
46. In less than one minute, a large city lay ________ ________.
在不到一分钟的时间里,一座城市沦为了废墟。
47. Once I started thinking about fitness _______ _______ weight, things began to change.
一旦我开始在意健康而不是体重,情况就开始不同了。
48. Losing two important players was a big challenge, but Lang Ping did not ________________.
损失两大主力队员是个巨大的挑战,但是郎平没有气馁。
49. When the Chinese team was preparing for the 2015 World Cup, her determination was tested. The team that Lang Ping had built was ________________.
当中国队在准备2015年世界杯时,她的决心受到了考验。郎平组建的团队处于崩溃的边缘。
50. When short videos flood our screens with instant entertainment, it ________________to set aside time for reading books — because deep thinking can’t be compressed into 15-second clips.
当短视频用即时娱乐填满我们的屏幕时,抽出时间读书更有意义——因为深度思考无法被压缩进15秒的片段里。
51. I know I’ll have to study harder as a senior high school student and get used to ___________ ___________ ___________ a lot more.
我知道作为高中生我得更加努力地学习,学会承担更多的责任。
52. It is not unusual for teenagers of your generation to _______ _______ _______ computer games and online world.
对于你们这一代的青少年来说,被电脑游戏和网络世界所吸引并不稀奇。
53. Spain __________ __________ __________ Peru in the 16th century and ruled until 1821.
西班牙于 16世纪开始掌控秘鲁, 并一直统治到 1821 年。
54. I ________________ regularly to keep myself fit — running and swimming help me stay energetic all day.我定期锻炼来保持健康——跑步和游泳让我一整天都精力充沛。
55. A soccer player should not ________________ fall down even if it helps his/her team.
即使假摔(或:装作摔倒)对自己的球队有利,足球运动员也不应该这么做。
第四节 语法填空:(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
In 2025, ____56____ (learn) Chinese has become a hot tendency among Tajik teenagers. Even with the mid-September sun burning, many students and parents rushed to the National Library in the capital ____57____ (sign) up for autumn Chinese courses. Inside the Chinese Hall, a Confucius Institute teacher called out “This class is full. We’ll open a new one ____58____ Tuesdays and Thursdays.” Parents and kids pushed around, eager to get a place.
Li, the teaching site head, ____59____ (say) nearly 100 students signed up that day. Most were middle schoolers, and many dreamed of studying in China. Seventeen-year-old Rasul, ____60____ father works with Chinese coworkers, stated, “I want to learn Chinese well ____61____ study in China.” Eleven-year-old Yusuf, ____62____ newcomer to the language, hopes to go to university in Shanghai. His mom told him starting early helps get used to life there.
Some students practice writing Chinese characters page after page. Others travel 50 kilometers from villages for each lesson and seldom give up. ____63____ (they) love for the language inspires teachers a lot. Since 2008, the local Confucius Institute ____64____ (teach) over 42,000 learners. It’s clear that Chinese-learning brought Tajik youth more ____65____ (confident) for the future.
第四部分 写作
应用文(满分20分)
66. 为发现身边的榜样,传递温暖与力量,英语社发起“The Person I Admire Most”主题征文活动。请用英语写下你心中最敬佩的人,分享TA的故事,让更多人感受到平凡中的伟大!内容包括:
1. 对该人物的简单介绍;
2. 敬佩的理由(品质):结合具体事例;
3. 从其身上得到的启示。
注意:1. 词数80左右,分三段式;
2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
The Person I Admire Most
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莆田第二十五中学2025-2026学年上学期月考试卷高一英语
第一部分:听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节
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。每段对话读两遍。
1. What caused the man’s accident
A. A lovely bird B. An attractive bike C. A rubbish bin
2. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. At home B. In a bookstore C. At school
3. What does the man ask the woman to do
A. Make a report B. Pick up Mr. Allen C. Put off the meeting
4. What kind of film will the speakers watch
A A horror film B. A comedy film C. An action film
5. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Fellow workers B. Business partners C. Salesperson and customer
第二节
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
6. What is the man going to do this afternoon
A. Take a picture B. Visit his family C. Meet a customer
7. Where will the man probably go
A Station Street B. Redstone Street C. Center Street
听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
8. What do we know about the package
A. It’s a gift to the woman’s grandfather.
B. It was sent from Denmark.
C. It weighs 10 kilos.
9. How much will the woman pay in total
A. $12 B. $18 C. $20
听第8段材料,回答第10至12题。
10. Who is probably Anne
A. The man’s wife B. The man’s manager C. The man’s customer
11. What did the man do in the meeting room
A. He developed a sales plan.
B. He took some photos with his phone.
C. He collected some customers’ information.
12. What will the man do next
A. Ring Luke B. Work overtime C. Order some food
听第9段材料,回答第13至16题。
13. When did Ryan learn to play the violin
A In primary school B. In high school C. In college
14. What does the man study in college
A. Math B. Music C. Science
15. What will the man be responsible for at the charity party
A. Playing music B. Guarding the entrance C. Selling souvenirs
16. At what time will the charity party end
A. 6:00 p.m. B. 7:00 p.m. C. 8:00 p.m.
听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。
17. What is the speaker doing
A. Introducing a holiday destination
B. Hosting a travel show
C. Offering advice
18. Where do most visitors go skiing in Switzerland in winter
A. Lucerne B. Zermatt C. Geneva
19. What makes Switzerland suitable for health tourism
A. Its strict rules of food safety
B. Its rich outdoor activities
C. Its nice natural environment
20. What is the last point mentioned by the speaker
A. Making use of social media
B. Improving transportation
C. Promoting cultural festivals
第二部分:阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题; 每小题2.5分 ,满分37 .5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A 、B 、C 、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
UNESCO World Heritage Sites were created to celebrate and safeguard the most unique places around the world. Below are my 4 favorite UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Cinque Terre, Italy
With cars banned here, you’ll really get to feel the unique history and character of the Cinque Terre’s five centuries-old coastal villages. The breathtaking views of harbors far below the wild coastline along with the rich colors will definitely make it a memorable holiday.
Angkor Wat, Cambodia
Angkor Wat is the world’s largest religious (宗教的) monument and it contains impressive remains from the Khmer Empire (9th to 15th century). The site has dozens of iconic temples like Ta Prohm (a magnificent temple ruin hidden in the jungle). Hosting more than two million visitors annually, this artistic masterpiece is a must-see site.
Petra, Jordan
Petra’s rock-cut architecture has contributed to its nickname, the Rose City, based on the color of the stone it was carved from. The delicate constructions of temples and tombs along with the remains of churches and temples are only a couple of reasons why this world-famous site is a must-visit destination.
Yellowstone National Park, USA
Yellowstone’s vast wilderness includes mountain ranges, lakes and waterfalls. One of the main reasons for tourists to visit Yellowstone is to observe the amazing wildlife like grizzly bear, bison, bighorn sheep wander the plains and valleys.
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1. Where can tourists enjoy beautiful harbor views
A. In Cinque Terre. B. In Angkor Wat.
C. In Petra. D. In Yellowstone National Park.
2. What do Angkor Wat and Petra have in common
A. Colorful stones. B. Religious relics.
C. Coastal villages. D. Amazing wildlife.
3. Where is the text probably from
A. A news report. B. A wildlife brochure.
C. A travel blog. D. An economic magazine.
【答案】1. A 2. B 3. C
B
Do you remember the name of your kindergarten teacher I do, mine. Her name was Mrs. White.
I don’t remember much about what we learned in her class, but my mother once told me that we used to write a lot. And I would bring back what I wrote and she would look at it and see there were so many mistakes. But no red corrections. And always a star. Sometimes even a Good! The scrawl (潦草的笔迹) in that worried my mother, so one day when she met Mrs. White for one of those Parent-Teacher meetings, she asked her why she never corrected my mistakes. Why she never red-pencilled in the right spellings of words or pointed out grammatical errors.
Mrs. White said, “The children are just beginning to get excited about using words, about forming sentences. I don’t want to dampen that enthusiasm with red ink. Spelling and grammar can wait...” What my mother gave me was the gist of what she could remember. But I grew up learning to use words with loving confidence just like that.
And it occurs to me that if Mrs. White had used her red pen more precisely I probably wouldn’t be telling you about this now. I look back now and think she must have been a rather extraordinary teacher — to restrain (限制) her red pen. To allow the joy, wonder and excitement of expression flower — however faultily — like that.
I used to misspell “beautiful” a lot. I never could quite remember that the “e” went before the “a”. It annoyed my teacher in high school endlessly. Eventually the “e” s and “a” s that were wrong placed in “beautiful” settled into their right places. I am glad I didn’t wait on them though. “Pretty” is easier to spell but it doesn’t hold as much as you mean sometimes.
And thanks to Mrs. White I had no concerns about writing what I meant, even if I couldn’t quite spell it out. Because life isn’t pretty. It’s beautiful.
4. What worried his mother when the author was in kindergarten
A. The teacher’s little attention to the author’s mistakes.
B. The teacher’s terrible attitude to the author.
C. The author’s unwillingness to go to school.
D. The author’s failure in exams and scrawl in homework.
5. What does the underlined word “dampen” in Paragraph 3 mean
A. Increase. B. Inspire. C. Awaken. D. Reduce.
6. What can we learn from the fifth paragraph
A. The author finally succeeded in spelling “beautiful” correctly.
B. The teacher in high school disliked the author.
C. The author owed all his own spelling problems to Mrs. White.
D. The author preferred using the word “pretty”.
7. Which of the following can be used to describe Mrs. White
A. Humorous and kind. B. Warm-hearted and careful.
C. Honest and brave. D. Far-sighted and understanding.
【答案】4. A 5. D 6. A 7. D
C
Everybody hates rats. But in the areas where there are many earthquakes, rats will soon be man’s friends.
What happens after an earthquake We send in rescue (营救) dogs. Why Because they can smell people. Dogs save lives. They help rescuers to find living people. But dogs are big and they can’t get into small spaces. So now a new research project is using a smaller animal to save lives: the rat.
How does it work First, the rat is trained to smell people. When this happens, the rat’s brain gives a signal (信号). This is sent to a small radio on its back, and then the rescuers follow the radio signals. When the rat’s brain activity jumps, the rescuers know that someone is alive. Although there are already robots which can do this job, rats are better. Christian Linster at Cornel University, New York says, “Robots’ noses don’t work well when there are other smells around. Rats are good at that.” Rats can also see in the dark. They are cheaper and quicker to train than dogs, and unlike robots, they don’t need electricity!
The “rat project” is not finished, but Julie Ryan of International Rescue Corps in Scotland says, “It would be fantastic. A rat could get into spaces we couldn’t get to and a rat would get out if it wasn’t safe.” Perhaps for the first time in history, people will be happy to see a rat in a building (but only after an earthquake, of course).”
8. Why are rats used in the new research project
A. They are smarter than dogs. B. They are more curious.
C. They can reach smaller spaces. D. They are more popular than dogs.
9. What is the purpose of the new research project
A. To make a comparison. B. To help rescue people.
C. To reduce the work of rescuers. D. To charge robots.
10. What’s Julie Ryan’s attitude towards “rat project”
A. Negative B. Neutral C. Positive D. Opposed
11. What is the main idea of the text
A. The ways to rescue survivors.
B. Rats are man’s new best friends.
C. Rats can be trained to help find survivors after the earthquake.
D. Man will be happy to see a rat in the building.
【答案】8. C 9. B 10. C 11. C
D
If you thought running was just great for the body, then think again. Scientists have found that the sport not only keeps people fit but also improves your brain power (脑力).
The research found that people who keep fit are more likely to have larger brains better memories and clearer thinking. They also found that unfit people tended to have smaller brains and reduced cognitive skills. The findings add to a growing body of evidence which links exercise with helping protect the brain against ageing (老化) and also helping it replace dying cells (死细胞). This might reduce the risk of many illnesses and diseases such as Alzheimer’s.
One research paper within its latest issue sees scientists at Kentucky University putting 30 adults aged 59-69 on a treadmill (跑步机). Their heart and lung capacity was measured and an MRI scanner was used to assess the blood flow to their brains. Those who were less fit had smaller brains compared to the fitter volunteers who had larger brains. Scientists in Germany followed 21 adults aged between 60-77. As they went through a three-month fitness program, they saw improvements in their memory.
Researchers are not yet sure why exercise helps to protect brain cells but some research in mice has produced results. Mice, examined at the National Institute on Ageing, in Baltimore, found that cells in the hippocampus (海马体), an area of the brain used for memory, were actively reproducing while their fatter peers were in decline.
Linda Clare, professor of clinical psychology of ageing and dementia at Exeter University and a member of the Global Council on Brain Health told The Sunday Times: “Moderate intensity aerobic (有氧的) activity such as walking, cycling or running can produce changes in brain structure and function.”
12. Who tend to have larger brains, better memories and clearer thinking
A. People who are healthy. B. People who are thin.
C. People who are unhealthy. D. People who are fat.
13. What do we learn from the experiment in paragraph 3
A. Those who were less fit had larger brains.
B. Those who were fitter had smaller brains.
C. Exercise helps people improve their memory.
D. Old people doing exercise improve memory better than young people.
14. According to Linda Clare, which of the following statements is correct about moderate-intensity aerobic activities and their effects on the brain
A. Singing is a great moderate-intensity aerobic activity that can improve your brain power a lot.
B. Linda Clare said that only running can change the brain’s structure and function.
C. Walking, cycling, and running are all moderate-intensity aerobic activities that might help change the brain for the better.
D. All exercises, even just stretching, can make your brain work better according to Linda Clare.
15. What’s the main idea that the author wants to convey through his article
A. Running is the best way to keep fit.
B. Exercise can help improve our physical health only.
C. Scientists have discovered why exercise is good for the brain.
D. Engaging in sports can benefit both our body and brain, especially in improving brain power.
【答案】12. A 13. C 14. C 15. D
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。选项中有两项多余选项。
Cycling
Many people enjoy cycling as a hobby. Cycling is an activity that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and it is one of the most popular forms of exercise in the world.
___16___ When you are cycling, every one of your muscles (肌肉) is doing something. This hobby can make your body do all the exercise to stay fit.
Techniques
Techniques for cycling vary greatly depending on the type of cycling involved. Sprint (冲刺) cycling is a lot like sprint running and a lot of the muscles activities are involved. ___17___ They give a large amount of pressure on the bicycle pedals to get them going at a fast speed.
For distance cycling, the most important is endurance (耐力) and many top class distance cyclists spend many hours doing endurance leg exercises.
Equipment
___18___ You don’t need expensive equipment to get started but, there is a minimum amount needed for your health: Helmet (头盔) — Don’t ever ride without one whether it is local law or not. Wearing a helmet can save your life, or at least make the difference between a bad headache and a severe head injury. Gloves — I have a pair of these, and you could consider them important. They absorb shock from the handles, but more importantly, if you crash, your hands are protected. Glasses — To some, these are a must. ___19___
Safety
Always be safe on the road. Do not be daring, do not insist on the right of way, do not break traffic, and always be as visible as possible. ___20___
A. It is a sport that uses the whole body.
B. These are a must if you ride after dark.
C. For this, one needs to have strong leg muscles.
D. It is important if you want to transport anything on your bike.
E. They block bugs and other objects from hitting you in the eyes.
F. Cycling, more than many other forms of sports, requires some necessary items.
G. If you know the most common causes of accidents, you can be always careful.
【答案】16. A 17. C 18. F 19. E 20. G
第三部分 语言运用 (共三节,满分55分)
第一节 完形填空(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
A New Friend and Perspective (视角)
I picked up the phone, slowly dialing the number to her house. All I could think was what we could possibly have a conversation about. ____21____! I didn’t think I could have anything in common with someone who is 50 years older than me.
“Your grandmother won’t be around forever,” my mom said,____22____ I just did what she told me and painfully ____23____ my grandmother. What I didn’t know was that the phone call would change my attitude to life and my grandmother.
When she answered the ____24____, I planned to have a small conversation. Instead, she invited me to lunch. ____25____, I replied with a “That sounds great.”
When I____26____ the phone, I immediately regretted agreeing to the lunch date. How was I going to fit this ____27____my busy schedule of homework, games, and friends It was not my ideal Saturday, but I sucked it up and ____28____ anyway. Me and my grandmother… nothing to talk about.
____29____, my Saturday morning wasn’t painful. I was interested in listening about her recent trip to Europe and how she saw the famous Eiffel Tower. She told me stories about her sewing class and her friends. I wasn’t aware that 60-year-old people had a social life. It turned out that her life wasn’t as _____30_____as I thought. For once, I was _____31_____without friends and without my cell phone. We planned to meet again at her house. This time, my mom didn’t have to _____32_____me.
During the next visit, we sorted through three shoeboxes of photographs. There was an interesting story for each one. I learned that as humans, we _____33_____ human experiences, no matter what age.
Ever since I made the first phone call to my grandmother, we have talked at least once a week. I regret not calling her _____34_____. Her advice has taught me things that can’t be learned in a textbook. She taught me to be open to new things, to enjoy the simple things, and to appreciate what life has given me. I have _____35_____a friend, a mentor (导师), and a new perspective.
21. A. Nothing B. Something C. Everything D. Anything
22. A. but B. for C. or D. so
23. A. left B. called C. visited D. helped
24. A. phone B. door C. letter D. question
25. A. Hopefully B. Surprisingly C. Hesitantly D. Willingly
26. A. picked up B. put up C. hung up D. took up
27. A. up B. on C. with D. into
28. A. stopped B. waited C. went D. returned
29. A. Hopelessly B. Surprisingly C. Funnily D. Naturally
30. A. hard B. busy C. rich D. boring
31. A. curious B. content C. active D. proud
32. A. beg B. follow C. thank D. understand
33. A. doubt B. share C. tell D. enjoy
34. A. later B. more often C. earlier D. less often
35. A. remembered B. brought C. changed D. gained
【答案】21. A 22. D 23. B 24. A 25. C 26. C 27. D 28. C 29. B 30. D 31. B 32. A 33. B 34. C 35. D
第二节 (共10小题;每小题1.分,满分10分)
单句语法填空:用括号所给的单词的适当形式或根据句意填空。
36. Jordan says that the secret to his success is learning from his ______ (fail). (所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】failures
37. I miss my friends from junior high school, but I believe I will make new friends here and there’s a lot________ (explore) at senior high.(所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】to explore
38. Soon after the quakes, the army sent 150,000 soldiers to Tangshan to dig out those who______________(trap)and to bury the dead. (所给词的正确形式填空)
【答案】were trapped
39. People were _______ shock — and then, later that afternoon, another big quake shook Tangshan again. (用适当的词填空)
【答案】in
40. Finally, I stopped ___________ (compare) myself with actresses and models and looking for things that were wrong with my face or body. (所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】comparing
41. Jordan’s skills were impressive, but the mental ______ (strong) that he showed made him unique. (所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】strength
42. The coach told me that I didn’t play well enough. ________ (obvious), I was unhappy, but I won’t quit. (所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】Obviously
43. I’ve heard that Terracotta Army is an __________ (amaze) sight, and I can’t wait to go. (所给词的适当形式填空)
【答案】amazing
44. I had no idea a letter could make such _______ difference! (用适当的词填空)
【答案】a
45. With perfect technique and zero-error performances, Quan Hongchan finally made _______ as a diving legend admired worldwide. (用适当的词填空)
【答案】it
第三节 (共10小题;每小题1分,满分10分)
短语填空:根据汉语提示短语的正确形式填空。
46. In less than one minute, a large city lay ________ ________.
在不到一分钟的时间里,一座城市沦为了废墟。
【答案】 ①. in ②. ruins
47. Once I started thinking about fitness _______ _______ weight, things began to change.
一旦我开始在意健康而不是体重,情况就开始不同了。
【答案】 ①. rather ②. than
48. Losing two important players was a big challenge, but Lang Ping did not ________________.
损失两大主力队员是个巨大的挑战,但是郎平没有气馁。
【答案】lose heart
49. When the Chinese team was preparing for the 2015 World Cup, her determination was tested. The team that Lang Ping had built was ________________.
当中国队在准备2015年世界杯时,她的决心受到了考验。郎平组建的团队处于崩溃的边缘。
【答案】on the verge of collapse
50. When short videos flood our screens with instant entertainment, it ________________to set aside time for reading books — because deep thinking can’t be compressed into 15-second clips.
当短视频用即时娱乐填满我们的屏幕时,抽出时间读书更有意义——因为深度思考无法被压缩进15秒的片段里。
【答案】makes more sense
51. I know I’ll have to study harder as a senior high school student and get used to ___________ ___________ ___________ a lot more.
我知道作为高中生我得更加努力地学习,学会承担更多的责任。
【答案】 ①. being ②. responsible ③. for
52. It is not unusual for teenagers of your generation to _______ _______ _______ computer games and online world.
对于你们这一代的青少年来说,被电脑游戏和网络世界所吸引并不稀奇。
【答案】 ①. be ②. attracted ③. to
53. Spain __________ __________ __________ Peru in the 16th century and ruled until 1821.
西班牙于 16世纪开始掌控秘鲁, 并一直统治到 1821 年。
【答案】 ①. took ②. control ③. of
54. I ________________ regularly to keep myself fit — running and swimming help me stay energetic all day.我定期锻炼来保持健康——跑步和游泳让我一整天都精力充沛。
【答案】take exercise
55. A soccer player should not ________________ fall down even if it helps his/her team.
即使假摔(或:装作摔倒)对自己的球队有利,足球运动员也不应该这么做。
【答案】pretend to
第四节 语法填空:(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
In 2025, ____56____ (learn) Chinese has become a hot tendency among Tajik teenagers. Even with the mid-September sun burning, many students and parents rushed to the National Library in the capital ____57____ (sign) up for autumn Chinese courses. Inside the Chinese Hall, a Confucius Institute teacher called out “This class is full. We’ll open a new one ____58____ Tuesdays and Thursdays.” Parents and kids pushed around, eager to get a place.
Li, the teaching site head, ____59____ (say) nearly 100 students signed up that day. Most were middle schoolers, and many dreamed of studying in China. Seventeen-year-old Rasul, ____60____ father works with Chinese coworkers, stated, “I want to learn Chinese well ____61____ study in China.” Eleven-year-old Yusuf, ____62____ newcomer to the language, hopes to go to university in Shanghai. His mom told him starting early helps get used to life there.
Some students practice writing Chinese characters page after page. Others travel 50 kilometers from villages for each lesson and seldom give up. ____63____ (they) love for the language inspires teachers a lot. Since 2008, the local Confucius Institute ____64____ (teach) over 42,000 learners. It’s clear that Chinese-learning brought Tajik youth more ____65____ (confident) for the future.
【答案】56. learning
57. to sign
58. on 59. said
60. whose 61. and
62. a 63. Their
64. has taught
65. confidence
第四部分 写作
应用文(满分20分)
66. 为发现身边的榜样,传递温暖与力量,英语社发起“The Person I Admire Most”主题征文活动。请用英语写下你心中最敬佩的人,分享TA的故事,让更多人感受到平凡中的伟大!内容包括:
1. 对该人物的简单介绍;
2. 敬佩的理由(品质):结合具体事例;
3. 从其身上得到的启示。
注意:1. 词数80左右,分三段式;
2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
The Person I Admire Most
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【答案】One possible version:
The Person I Admire Most
The person I admire most is my neighbor, Ms. Zhang, a retired nurse who still volunteers at community clinics. She provides free medical consultations to elderly residents every weekend.
What inspires me most is her selflessness. Last winter, when an old man collapsed in our neighborhood, she performed CPR in the snow for 15 minutes until the ambulance arrived, saving his life. Her actions prove ordinary people’s ability to do extraordinary things.
From her, I’ve learned true greatness lies in serving others. Now I volunteer at an animal shelter, understanding that small acts of kindness can make our world better.