2025-2026学年江苏省海头高级中学高一上学期9月周测英语试题
第一部分阅读（共两节，满分32.5分）
第一节（共8小题；每小题2.5分，满分20 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
Today is World Teachers’ Day. To celebrate this special day, I want to express my sincere thanks to Mr. Agba Bio Seriki, my high school biology teacher.
One special moment in his class left me with an unforgettable impression. During a biology lesson he mentioned a fact that really stuck with me. He said, “The human brain is at its best for learning and taking in new information from the age of 5 to 25. After that, our brain’s ability to learn new things starts to go down. Instead, it focuses more on using the knowledge we already have.”
When I heard this, I was really shocked. I was only 16 at the time, but that class made me feel like I was racing against time. I developed a deep interest in reading. Whenever I had free time, I would go to the school library and explore (探索) different kinds of books. I also tried to talk to older people who had books I really wanted to read. I asked them about their thoughts and experiences about those books.
This strong thirst for knowledge followed me to Bayero University Kano. At university, I read all kinds of books on different subjects. I read philosophy (哲学) books, which made me think about big questions like why we are here. Psychology books helped me understand how our minds work. History books told me about the past, and sociology and political science books showed me how society and governments are formed. I even explored other areas of knowledge.
By the time I turned 25, I had gained (获得) a wealth of knowledge, yet I still felt there was so much more to explore. I’m thankful to Mr. Seriki. He made me realize the importance of making the most of every chance to learn. Maybe he doesn’t remember that class, but his words have changed my life completely. Because of him, I keep learning and trying to be better.
1. What do Mr. Agba Bio Seriki’s words mainly suggest
A. Hard work matters more than smarts. B. One should study hard at a young age.
C. The younger we are, the faster we learn. D. Reading books can improve brain health.
2. What did the author do after hearing the teacher’s words
A. He made a study plan. B. He began to read widely.
C. He stopped studying biology. D. He asked older people for advice.
3. What can we learn about the author after he went to university
A. He lived a very boring life. B. He fell in love with philosophy.
C. He found it hard to choose what to read. D. He read many different books to get knowledge.
4. What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
A To thank a teacher who changed his life.
B. To show the importance of good teachers.
C. To encourage readers to read different books.
D. To advise readers to value learning opportunities.
B
A group of three students in grades four and five from Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam, amazed people with their smart mini-garden system powered by a water wheel at the STEM Day event for elementary school students. The students, Pham Ngo Duc Khang, Nguyen Vo Gia Phuc, and Huynh Huu Hoang Nam, are from Nguyen Thi Dinh Elementary School in District 7. Their smart garden model was one of many STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) projects presented at the “Green City” event.
Khang explained their smart garden model, “The water pump (水泵) brings water to the hydroponic (水培) system, while the wastewater flows into (流入) the water wheel, which produces energy.” This system allows plants to grow in a small space, making it possible for city environments where there is not enough land for plants.
The students came up with the idea for the smart garden model based on the lessons they had learned in class. Many homes in the city don’t have enough space for a traditional garden, so they wanted to create a way for people to grow plants at home. These three primary school students realised that with the right design, it would be possible to make a small, self-sustaining (自给自足的) garden that didn’t require a lot of space or resources. The team spent a week developing the product with guidance from their teacher, Tran Thanh Truong. He said the students utilised their knowledge of science, technology, math, and art to build the advanced garden system. He also praised their creativity and teamwork in completing such a difficult project at a young age.
The smart garden model fits perfectly with the theme (主题) of the event, “Green City”, and meets the needs of citizens. STEM courses in schools are a great and helpful method of education. Projects like this one help students use what they have learned in the classroom to real-world challenges.
Nguyen Bao Quoc, director of the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Education and Training, said that the educational programme has improved with the addition of STEM courses. STEM education helps students enrich their knowledge, improve problem-solving skills, and develop creative thinking. The STEM Day event was designed to encourage creativity, as well as improve STEM learning methods among teachers and students.
5. What is a characteristic of the mini-garden system
A. It can power itself. B. Its size is changeable.
C. It needs no electricity. D. It is connected to the Internet.
6. What do we know about the making of the system
A. It was the teacher’s idea. B. It was influenced by a real garden.
C. It was based on knowledge after class. D. It was completed with the teacher’s help.
7. What does the underlined word “utilised” in paragraph 3 mean
A. Improved. B. Shared. C. Used. D. Acquired.
8. Why does the author mention the words of Nguyen Bao Quoc
A. To suggest how STEM education works.
B. To explain why students built the system.
C. To encourage students to take STEM classes.
D. To show the importance of STEM learning at school.
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填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
One of the best parts of high school is joining clubs and activities. While some students quickly find a club they like, others feel lost among all the choices. ____9____
Try something new. Trying a new activity might feel uncomfortable, but it’s worth it. You don’t want to finish school and regret not joining the rock climbing club or volunteering. ____10____ Attending a few meetings can help you see what fits you best.
Understand club commitments (投入). Different clubs require different levels of effort. Service clubs may require a certain number of volunteer hours, while clubs like Speech include certain practices and competitions. ____11____ Some clubs have seasons, meaning you can join another club when your main activity is on a break.
Focus on quality (质量) participation. Some students join a lot of clubs, but quality is more important. ____12____ Staying in a club for several years and taking on a leadership role looks better than joining several clubs without real contribution.
____13____ Starting a club can be a great way to meet people and satisfy your interests. Founding a club builds leadership and responsibility. Some clubs require more effort, such as fundraising (筹集资金) and event planning, while others are more relaxed. Before starting a club, check if you need an advisor, as this may affect (影响) how easily you can start.
A. Don’t put off joining a club.
B. Many schools hold club fairs for freshmen.
C. Start your own club if your school allows it.
D. A low - commitment club suits a busy timetable.
E. Some students focus on studies and avoid clubs.
F. It’s best to take part in one or two clubs you enjoy.
G. If you’re unsure which club to join, consider these tips.
第二部分语言应用
第一节（共15小题，每小题1分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
Richard was a boy in Mr. Larson’s class. One day, Shawn, a classmate who always had the latest gadgets (小玩意儿), came to class with a new ___14___. Richard, whose parents couldn’t ___15___ such a thing, made a wrong ___16___ and took Shawn’s toy without letting Shawn know.
When Shawn noticed his toy was ___17___ and told the teacher, Mr. Larson gathered all the students in a circle. He said he would ___18___ their pockets one by one with everyone’s ___19___ closed to find the toy. When Mr. Larson came to Richard, Richard hung his head down and was ___20___ the teacher would find the toy in his pocket and uncover his secret. To his ___21___, Mr. Larson just kept searching.
After class, Richard put the toy back on Shawn’s desk ___22___. Later that day, Mr. Larson said the toy had been found and returned to Shawn.
For years, Richard thought Mr. Larson knew he was the thief but ____23____ not to expose (揭露) him. Many years later, when Richard saw Mr. Larson again, he mentioned that ____24____. He asked Mr. Larson why he didn’t tell others it was him who had taken the toy. Mr. Larson then said he didn’t ____25____ it was him that had done that. He didn’t search carefully. He ____26____ giving students a chance to face their actions instead of public humiliation (羞辱). And he believed whoever took it would ____27____ it.
Richard thought Mr. Larson was ____28____. Not only did he return the toy, but he never took away others’ things without letting others know again.
14. A. pen B. bag C. toy D. book
15. A. imagine B. recognize C. borrow D. afford
16. A. change B. difference C. decision D. plan
17. A. dirty B. gone C. beautiful D. broken
18 A. pick B. enter C. mend D. search
19. A. eyes B. mouths C. hands D. ears
20. A. sure B. sorry C. bored D. doubtful
21. A. sadness B. surprise C. joy D. disappointment
22. A. angrily B. suddenly C. secretly D. confidently
23. A. hoped B. refused C. offered D. chose
24. A. result B. experience C. news D. story
25. A. accept B. wish C. know D. tell
26 A. depended on B. looked for C. waited for D. believed in
27. A. return B. lend C. buy D. receive
28. A. wise B. careful C. lucky D. honest
第二节（共10小题；每题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。
English professor Dr. Greg Garrett and his students are exploring the Harry Potter books through literary analysis (文学分析), discussing their themes and connections to real-world problems.
Garrett believes books like Harry Potter help readers understand both themselves and society. He encourages students ____29____ (think) about important points raised in the books. Although the story takes place in a fictional (虚构) world, the human experiences in it feel very real.
Ella Belzner is taking Garrett’s class this semester (学期). She said rereading the books as an adult has given her a much ____30____ (deep)understanding of their meaning. “There are many real-world lessons and social messages that we didn’t ____31____ (full) notice when we were younger,” Belzner said.
By ____32____ end of the semester, students actively join in discussions without needing____33____ (call) on. “They’re so ____34____ (interest) interested in the books that they start talking to each other,” Garrett said. “It’s not just me teaching them; they are learning ____35____ each other.”
Each student ____36____ (find) different messages in Rowling’s work. Some see Harry as a hero because he chooses to help others and do ____37____ is right. Others believe that Harry and Neville Longbottom show that everyone has value, no matter their background. “_____38_____ is important for young people to find out who they are,” Belzner said. “I like knowing that the characters are also discovering who they are.”
