2025-2026学年江苏省泰州市高二学业水平考试英语试题
（考试时间120分钟 总分150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 the woman invite the man to do
A. Teach music. B. Go to a party. C. Play the piano.
2. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. What to eat for breakfast. B. Where to buy fresh fruits. C. How to make apple pies.
3. What does Adam plan to do over the holiday
A. Go climbing. B. Go shopping. C. Go swimming.
4. What will the weather probably be like this weekend
A. Sunny. B. Rainy. C. Snowy.
5. How will the woman go to the downtown this afternoon
A. By car. B. By bus. C. By taxi.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5 秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. Why does Mary make the phone call
A. To explain a decision. B. To ask John for help. C. To put off a meeting.
7. Who is unwell
A. Mary ‘s parent. B. Mary’s brother. C. Mary’s sister.
听第7段材料，回答第8至 10题。
8. Why does Michael surf the Internet
A. For a study. B. For wildlife. C. For university.
9. What is the deadline for the application
A. March 3. B. March 13. C. March 27.
10. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. School friends. B. Boss and secretary. C. Father and daughter.
听第8段材料，回答第 11至 13题。
11. What will the man do this weekend
A. Stay at home. B. Visit the woman. C. Take a short trip.
12. When will the woman go camping with her parents
A. On Friday. B. On Saturday. C. On Sunday.
13. How does the woman find riding a motorcycle
A. Boring. B. Pleasant. C. Dangerous.
听第9段材料，回答第 14至 16题。
14. What kind of job did Sharon apply for
A. A driver. B. A teacher. C. A coach.
15. Where is Sharon now
A. New York. B. Boston. C. California.
16. What can we know about James
A. He forgot the interview. B. He failed to find a job. C. He graduated last year.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What is the speaker doing
A. Reporting an event. B. Hosting a program. C. Chairing a meeting.
18. Who was the winner of the competition last year
A. Ryan. B. Jamie. C. Kenneth.
19. When will the national competition be held
A. This June. B. Next June. C. Next July.
20. What will the surfers do on Bradley Beach tonight
A. Give a report. B. Join in a game. C. Meet their fans.
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
Are you looking for inspiration for your next travel destination Lonely Planet has published its yearly list of top places to go. Whether you’re looking for adventure, culture, or value, there’s something for every type of traveler.
Top City: Nairobi
Nairobi, the Kenyan capital, was chosen for its unique music and dance culture, and impressive local food. Nairobi National Park is a must-see, where visitors can see over 400 species wandering the open grass plains while high buildings twinkle on the horizon.
Top Country: Mongolia
Mongolia is loved for its wide-open spaces, adventure activities, and unique food. The Mongolian government has announced 2023 through 2025as the “Years to Visit Mongolia,” easing entry conditions for international travelers and improving public facilities, including a new $650 million airport.
Top Sustainable (可持续发展的) Travel Destination: Spain
The publisher also recommended Spain for the country’s efforts to expand renewable energy, to develop off-season travel, and to bring tourism to new destinations, such as the port city of Valencia, easing pressures on hot spots such as Barcelona.
Top Best-Value Location: The American Midwest
The American Midwest, including the cities of Chicago and Detroit, is also on the list, as it offers a high-quality travel experience at a reasonable cost. Visitors can enjoy excellent services and facilities without having to spend too much money.
Top Beach Destination: Donegal
Donegal, Ireland’s most northwestern county, has the country’s longest coastline and over 100 beaches, where visitors can enjoy the highest sea cliffs in Europe.
1. What do Nairobi and Mongolia have in common
A. Tasty food. B. Diverse culture. C. Breathtaking views. D. Wide-open Spaces.
2. Why is Spain on the list
A. It improves public facilities for international travelers.
B. It provides sustainable travel destinations for visitors.
C. It has the world’s longest coastline and plenty of beaches.
D. It offers a high-quality travel experience at a reasonable cost.
3. In which section of a newspaper can you find this text
A. Architecture. B. Environment. C. Tourism. D. Publishing.
B
The TV series Wolf Pack starring Sarah Michelle Gellar is centered around the lives of a group of Los Angeles teenagers, whose lives are changed forever when a supernatural creature is freed after a series of unexplained wildfires break out.
Not much is known about Gellar’s character on the show, except for the fact that she is playing Kristin Ramsey, an expert who moves to Los Angeles to find the person who started the wildfires. She spoke to Fox News Digital about her big return to TV, and explained why she thought she was drawn to projects featuring monsters (怪物).
“For me, it’s always about the stories, and in talking today, we have discovered that the superhuman allows you to tell the most human stories because it really allows you to use these monsters to explore emotions, fears and anxieties that you can’t experience in other worlds,” Gellar explained.
“I think it’s a really important conversation that people will be along for the ride, but then realize what the meaning is behind all of it,” she added. Gellar’s co-star, Rodrigo, agreed with her, saying he hoped audiences could look at the deeper meanings behind the monsters on the show and realize they were all metaphors (隐喻) to discuss in our own inner monsters.”
Gellar recently told SFX Magazine she was very proud of the show.
4. What is the first paragraph mainly about
A. The cause of wildfires. B. A creature’s activity.
C. The plot of Wolf Pack. D. A group of teenagers’ lives.
5. According to Gellar, what can help her uncover people’s feelings
A. Rich experiences. B. Wildfires in a show.
C. Monsters in the story. D. Discussion with each other.
6. How did Gellar feel about the series Wolf Pack
A. Satisfied. B. Frightened. C. Moved. D. Disappointed.
7. Which of the following is TRUE according to the text
A. Kristin Ramsey moves to Los Angeles to track wildfires’ supernatural creature.
B. The wildfires in the show have a clear and reasonable explanation.
C. Gellar has revealed most details about her character in the show.
D. Rodrigo shares the same view as Gellar on the show’s themes.
C
In the past few decades, the way people access information has undergone a dramatic transformation, shifting from traditional media to digital platforms. Traditional media, which includes newspapers, television, and radio, has long been the basis of public communication. These forms of media are characterized by their one-way communication model, where information is delivered to a passive audience without immediate interaction. In contrast, digital media — including social media, blogs, and online news websites — operates on a dynamic, interactive framework that allows users to engage, comment, and share content in real time.
Despite their differences, both traditional and digital media share the fundamental goal of spreading information to the public. Each serves as a tool for education, entertainment, and monitoring of the environment. Moreover, both forms are influenced by economic factors — relying on advertising income and audience engagement — and must stick to ethical standards, although the carrying out of these standards varies significantly between the two.
However, the differences between these media forms are obvious. Traditional media typically offers slower, more selected content produced by professionals, often ensuring higher accuracy but lacking immediacy. Digital media, on the other hand, provides instant updates and a variety of perspectives at the cost of occasional unreliability. One critical distinction lies in accessibility: traditional media is often limited by geographic and temporal restrictions, while digital media is globally accessible anytime, promoting a more interconnected world. Additionally, digital platforms allow users to become content creators themselves, making them difficult to see the line between producers and consumers.
Looking ahead, the future undoubtedly belongs to digital media. With the rapid advancement of technology and increasing internet penetration (渗透) worldwide, digital platforms are becoming the primary source of information for younger generations. Although traditional media will not disappear entirely, its role will likely reduce to that of a supplementary source, valued for its depth and credibility. As artificial intelligence and big data continue to evolve, digital media will further personalize user experiences and dominate the landscape of communication. Ultimately, this shift indicates not just a change in how we consume information, but a transformation in how we connect with the world around us.
8. What is a key characteristic of digital media according to the passage
A. It relies only on professional content producers.
B. It allows real-time interaction and engagement.
C. It is limited by geographic and temporal restrictions.
D. It delivers information through a one-way communication model.
9. What is the main purpose of the second paragraph
A. To predict the future development of digital media.
B. To discuss the economic models of both media types.
C To emphasize the differences between the two media forms.
D. To emphasize the shared goals and features of both media.
10. The underlined word “supplementary” in the last paragraph is closest in meaning to _______.
A. main B. valuable C. additional D. necessary
11. Which of the following would be the most suitable title for the passage
A. How to Become a Content Creator B. The Disadvantages of Digital Platforms
C. The Economic Challenges of Traditional Media D. The Media Revolution: From Traditional to Digital
D
A recent study by researchers at the University of Cincinnati, led by Dr. Alberto Espay, challenges the common idea that monoclonal-antibodies (单克隆抗体) help slow down memory loss in Alzheimer’s patients by removing amyloid-plaques (淀粉样斑块).
Instead, the study shows that an unexpected increase in a key brain protein, called amyloid-beta 42 (Aβ42), is more closely linked to improvements in thinking ability. This research was published in the journal Brain on September 11. For many years, experts believed that amyloid-plaques, which form from Aβ42, harm the brain and cause Alzheimer’s disease. However, Dr. Espay and his team suggest a different theory. They believe the real problem is the loss of soluble (易溶解的) Aβ42, which is important for keeping brain cells healthy, rather than the buildup of plaques. Previous research from Dr. Espay’s group showed that Alzheimer’s symptoms appear when Aβ42 levels fall too low, not when plaque levels are high.
According to Dr. Espay, the formation of amyloid plaques may be the brain’s natural way of responding to stress, like changes in metabolism (代谢). He points out that many people get amyloid- plaques as they age but do not develop dementia (痴呆). Still, current treatments for Alzheimer’s focus on these plaques.
New monoclonal-antibody treatments, meant to clear amyloid, have shown benefits in clinical trials. Dr. Espay’s team studied data from almost 26,000 patients in 24 clinical trials of these antibody treatments. They found that these treatments also accidentally increased Aβ42 levels. This suggests that the improvement in thinking may be because of higher Aβ42 levels, not because of plaque removal.
While raising Aβ42 levels seems helpful, Dr. Espay warns that removing amyloid plaques could harm the brain by making it shrink faster. He suggests focusing on treatments that raise Aβ42 directly, without targeting amyloid plaques. “Increasing Aβ42 is the goal,” he says, “but removing amyloid may not be the right way to do it.”
12. What’s the common idea of treating Alzheimer’s
A. Raising Aβ42 levels. B. Increasing neuron activity.
C. Reducing brain shrinkage. D. Removing amyloid- plaques.
13. What do we know about Aβ42
A. It is unrelated to the Alzheimer’s. B. It is only harmful when it forms plaques.
C. Its loss may lead to Alzheimer’s symptoms. D. It damages brain cells when its levels are high.
14. What can we infer from paragraph 3
A. Everyone with amyloid plaques develops dementia.
B. Current Alzheimer’s treatments focus on raising Aβ42 levels.
C. Amyloid plaques may be a protective response by the brain.
D. Removing amyloid plaques guarantees better cognitive function.
15. Which of the following will Dr. Espay agree with
A. Treatments should focus on raising Aβ42 levels.
B. Removing amyloid plaques will prevent Alzheimer’s.
C. Amyloid plaques are the main cause of Alzheimer’s disease.
D. Increasing Aβ42 levels through amyloid removal is always safe.
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
The key to your dream workout routine
There was a time in my life when I hated working out. ___16___ How is that so, you ask Well, it wasn’t easy, but I found a couple of ways to make myself stick to a routine. So, if you’re trying to work out consistently, here are some tips.
Don’t push yourself too much, especially if you haven’t worked out in a long time or at all. ___17___ Starting off too difficult often makes you lose motivation and could also lead to bad self-esteem. Start small, and then gradually increase intensity.
Stop convincing yourself that you don’t have time to work out. It doesn’t matter how busy your schedule is — you could take 10 minutes out of your day to take a walk around campus. ___18___
___19___ You could work out with friends or family create a playlist to work out to, or watch your favorite show while working out. Try switching up the setting where you work out by taking a walk in the park or doing yoga on the quad — anything to get yourself excited to work out.
It’s okay to take a break. When you first start working out, it can be tough. I was getting all sorts of aches and pains when I first started, and I often denied myself rest days because I felt like I always had to work out at the highest intensity. Please remember to take a break. Your body needs to reset. ___20___
Sticking to a workout routine can be difficult but if you follow some of these tips, you may find that you’re able to work out more consistently.
A. Create a realistic workout plan.
B Just the thought of it was horrible.
C. Try multiple activities to find one you love.
D. Find ways to make exercising more interesting.
E. Once you’ re feeling better, you can get back to it.
F. Now, working out is one of my favorite things to do.
G. Even if it’s only a small amount, any exercise is enough to get you started.
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，共15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Whenever photographer Casey Ryan heads into the wilderness, he brings along his drone (无人机) to capture photographs from a bird's eye view. On a recent expedition, Casey was ____21____ through the Willamette National Forest when he came across a stranger whose vehicle was stuck. He had been trapped there for days, so Casey decided to help him get his car out. ____22____, Casey got his own vehicle stuck in a ditch while trying to help, leaving both people stranded (滞留) with no cell phone ____23____ for miles around.
Casey says his mind is always working to find ____24____ solutions to problems. He immediately ____25____ the situation and realized that in order to get cell service, he'd need to get higher up the mountain. He ____26____ a movie he’d seen recently in which a character uses a drone to raise their phone enough to catch a ____27____, so he pulled out his device and got to work.
First, he ____28____ his cell phone securely to his drone. Then, he ____29____ a series of messages to his wife. “Hi sweetheart,” read the first text. “I'm sending my phone into the ____30____ with my drone. Hope to get this message through. I just keep ____31____ I have enough gas to get me through one more night.”
He told her where he was ____32____ in the park, then held his breath as he attempted to launch the now-heavy drone into the air. The drone soared (升空) several hundred feet into the air. Somewhere up there over the tall trees, it ____33____ a signal and whoosh! All of Casey's ____34____ were sent. They were saved! ____35____ arrived and saved both Casey and the other motorist.
21. A. flying B. walking C. driving D. running
22. A. Unfortunately B. Naturally C. Obviously D. Honestly
23. A. battery B. charger C. service D. store
24. A. temporary B. innovative C. significant D. familiar
25 A. ignored B. bettered C. followed D. assessed
26. A. recalled B. directed C. played D. commented
27. A. picture B. signal C. view D. look
28. A. attached B. linked C. adapted D. exposed
29. A. applied B. deleted C. copied D. typed
30 A. mountain B. forest C. sky D. movie
31. A. suggesting B. complaining C. imaging D. praying
32. A. lost B. located C. hidden D. set
33. A. picked up B. sent out C. set up D. took in
34. A. dreams B. concerns C. texts D. drones
35. A. Characters B. Visitors C. Researchers D. Rescuers
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，共15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
A tea bag is a small, porous packet that contains ____36____ (dry) plant material, which, when soaked in hot water, helps to make tea. Tea bags are ____37____ (general) made of filter paper.
Tea bags range from a square or rectangular shape to a tetrahedral (四面体的) and even circular shape. There’s typically ____38____ small string attached to each tea bag with a paper label at the top.
Tea bags ____39____ (use) since the 8th century — in the era of the Tang dynasty. In those days, paper was folded and sewn into square bags so that tea flavors could be preserved for a long time, ____40____ (lay) the foundation for modern tea bags.
The modern version of tea bags first appeared in the Western World as early as mercially, however, tea bags made their appearance around 1908, ____41____ coffee importer Thomas Sullivan shipped his silk tea bags all over the world. Those tea bags were supposed ____42____ (tear) before use, and their loose contents were then poured into hot water to brew tea.
However, people found that it was more convenient to brew tea ____43____ the tea leaves still enclosed in the bags. Since dipping tea bags into water didn’t seem to cause any change in the taste, people gradually did away with the practice of ____44____ (remove) the tea bag, and started dipping it directly into hot water instead.
It’s generally advised to not squeeze a tea bag soaked in hot water. When you squeeze a tea bag, more tannins (鞣质) are released into the liquid. The result of this is that the drink becomes too bitter, or ____45____ some call it, “too strong”.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 应用文（满分15分）
46. 假如你们学校的杂志社最近要征稿，征稿主题是“人工智能的利弊”，请你写一篇稿子参加投稿。内容包括：1. 你对人工智能的看法；2. 说明理由。
注意：
（1）词数80左右；
（2）可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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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 was doing a big clean-up recently and my kids were helping when my son, Freddo, came across a knotted handkerchief with an old dark brown coin inside. “Mom, can I have this Can I play with this coin ” he asked. I took one look and was immediately transported to another time.
In 1991, there was a time when my friend and I worked in an African country, Niger, hit by sandstorms and burning heat. There were many things I found difficult about this place---the climate and beggars were my biggest headaches. So after finishing five months of nursing work there, we moved on to work at a health clinic in a neighboring country, Burkina Faso. “It's much greener in Burkina. Even the Coke tastes better,” the locals assured us.
Yet the fact was quite the opposite. Arriving by taxi at our destination in Burkina, we began to unload. I was reaching for my larger piece of luggage when, out of the darkness, a motorbike with two men approached slowly. Without warning, one of them grabbed my daypack as the motorbike swept close by. Within seconds, the pair were out of sight, swallowed up by the night.
With my passport, money, traveler's checks all in the bag, I was in deep trouble. How frustrating! All I wanted was to leave this place! Then, walking through Burkina's streets one day, I was stopped by an old woman who thrust（猛推）her hand in my face. “Cadeau（‘gift’ in French）! Cadeau!” she cried. I'd had enough! I was extremely tired of the country: its poverty, its thieves, the heat, the dust and... everything! I told her angrily and firmly in French, “I have no ‘cadeau’. I have no money. A thief stole all my money two weeks ago and now I can’t get out of your country. I cannot give you anything. NOTHING!” The beggar woman listened attentively. To my great surprise, after hearing my words, she gave a broad smile.
注意：
1.续写词数应为150左右；
2.请按如下格式作答。
She reached into the pocket of her dress.
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There was a slight touch on my hand; looking down, I saw my son looking at me, curious.
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________【答案】1. A 2. B 3. C
【答案】4. C 5. C 6. A 7. D
【答案】8. B 9. D 10. C 11. D
【答案】12. D 13. C 14. C 15. A
【答案】16. F 17. A 18. G 19. D 20. E
【答案】21. C 22. A 23. C 24. B 25. D 26. A 27. B 28. A 29. D 30. C 31. D 32. B 33. A 34. C 35. D
【答案】36. dried
37. generally
38. a 39. have been used
40. laying 41. when
42. to be torn
43. with 44. removing
45. as
【答案】
One possible version:
Recent years have witnessed an unlimited number of applications of AI, which are being applied to a variety of fields. Despite its great advantages, I am in favor of the opinion that it brings concerns and fears.
First and foremost, the issue of employment for quantities of workers will arise. AI is capable of completing various jobs and make people unemployed. Furthermore, AI is lacking in flexibility and human’s thinking. For instance, when translating literary works, machines can only translate them literally and may generate mistakes.
Apparently, as we become increasingly dependent on computers, we need to ensure that we will not fall victim to AI.
【答案】参考范文
She reached into the pocket of her dress. “Then I will give you a cadeau,” she announced. Kindly, she placed an old, dark brown coin in my hand. In surprise, I looked at the coin, then at the woman. At that moment, I felt rather ashamed, ashamed of my terrible attitude toward the old woman. In spite of her poverty, she was able to give me something priceless. I had taken it for granted that beggars would only receive something from others, yet the coin from the beggar woman in Burkina truly changed my view toward them, and her smile hit the deepest of my heart.
There was a slight touch on my hand; looking down, I saw my son looking at me, curious. “Mom, can I have this Car I play with this coin ” he repeated. “You can't play with it, honey,” I touched my son on the head and said slowly. “This one is special. It is an unforgettable precious memory to e and let me tell you a story.”
