广东省揭阳市三校2026届高三下学期开学综合训练英语试卷（含答案）
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广东揭阳市三校联考2025-2026学年高三下学期开学英语试题
一、阅读理解
Carry-on Bag Rules
Due to limited cabin space, to ensure the safety of you and our crew, please follow our simple bag rules.
Each passenger is allowed to bring one bag onto the plane.
Weight limit: Each carry-on bag may weigh up to 10 kilos.
Size limit: Each carry-on bag can be up to 110cm long, 60cm tall and 30cm wide.
Additional bags and oversized/ overweight bags may be allowed on the plane if there is enough room. There will be a fee for such bags (see the table below). Please note that if your bag breaks more than one rule, then you must pay a fee for each rule broken.
Bag Fees
Rule Fee
Overweight* Bags heavier than 10 kilos 100 per kilo over limit
Oversized** Bags larger than 110cm×60cm×30cm 250 per bag
Extra bags 400 per extra bag
* No bag over 15 kilos will be allowed on the plane.
** No bag over 150cm long or 80cm high may be taken on the plane. Passengers must check in such bags before boarding the plane.
Safety Rules
For the safety of our passengers, the following items must not be taken onto the plane:
-Bottles containing gas (e.g., cigarette lighters)
-Bottles containing any cream, oil or other liquid that are over 100ml.
Note:
If you have any liquid medicines over 100ml that you must use during your flight, please contact our customer service manager at 34533566 to make arrangements at least 24 hours before your departure. You will need to have a doctor’s letter explaining why you need the medicine.
1．What is not allowed to be taken onto the plane by a passenger
A．A 130ml bottle of medicine. B．A 90ml bottle of oxygen.
C．A bag measuring 120cm in length. D．A bag weighing 10 kilos.
2．How much will a passenger pay for a carry-on bag that measures 100cm×50cm×35cm and weighs 12 kilos
A． 100. B． 350. C． 450. D． 750.
3．Where is this text most likely from
A．An airport announcement. B．A travel brochure.
C．An airline security manual. D．An airline website.
John Arrillaga Sr, the pioneering Silicon Valley developer, was one of Stanford’s greatest benefactors (捐助者), leaving a legacy literally built into every corner of campus.
Over decades, Arrillaga’s generous donations and hands-on efforts reshaped Stanford’s campus. Though best known for athletic facilities, his true impact extended far beyond. As his longtime friend John Etchemendy noted, “Hundreds of projects bear his mark, yet rarely his name.” Nowhere was this quiet dedication clearer than in the reconstruction of Stanford Stadium. He personally funded and oversaw every detail — from selecting palm trees to designing seats to mapping walkways — yet refused to put his name on it.
Born into a working-class family, young Arrillaga couldn’t afford a proper suit for his high school graduation, having to borrow an ill-fitting jacket with sleeves that barely reached his wrists. He unexpectedly attended Stanford on a basketball scholarship, working multiple campus jobs to make ends meet. After playing professionally in Spain, he returned to develop Silicon Valley offices during the tech boom, becoming a millionaire. True to his humble beginnings, he started repaying Stanford almost immediately after graduation — beginning with modest athletic department gifts that grew into historic donations exceeding $250 million. Through his scholarship programs, he’s helped over 300 students facing similar financial challenges.
One day, a young donor moved by Arrillaga’s generosity shared how witnessing the selfless giving had profoundly shaped his devotion to charitable work. Realizing the ripple (涟漪) effect of his actions through others, Arrillaga months later made a rare exception: he permitted his name to appear on just one building — not for personal distinction, but as a nod to the power of leading by example.
While his benefaction helped communities across Silicon Valley through donations to police stations, libraries, and other public spaces, his strongest ties always remained with Stanford University.
4．What was Arrillaga’s key role in the stadium reconstruction
A．A full-project supporter. B．A stadium co-investor.
C．A landscape designer. D．A building material producer.
5．What motivated Arrillaga’s lifelong commitment to Stanford
A．The millionaire lifestyle experience. B．The desire for public recognition.
C．The fate-changing scholarship. D．The business investment strategies.
6．Why did Arrillaga finally allow his name to appear on one building
A．To accept praise from the public. B．To show the ripple effect of athletics.
C．To fulfill a request from his university. D．To inspire more charitable actions.
7．What does Arrillaga’s experience show
A．Wealth necessitates public display. B．Silent impact outweighs visible recognition.
C．Humble beginnings can lead to fortunes. D．Athletic excellence drives social change.
When it comes to cooling the planet, tropical forests serve as “carbon sinks” — their trees absorb carbon dioxide (CO2) from the air. Now, a new study finds one Australian rainforest is doing the opposite.
The research, published in Nature, analyzed data from wet tropical rainforests in Australia, which scientists had tracked for nearly 50 years. By examining woody biomass from the rainforest, which typically holds a large amount of carbon, researchers found the forest is releasing more carbon than it absorbs, and this switch happened about 25 years ago.
Since trees release stored carbon back into the atmosphere when they die and break down, this shift indicates that trees in this Australian rainforest are dying faster than they were decades ago, said lead author Hannah Carle, a forest ecosystem researcher at Western Sydney University. Drier air, higher temperatures and water shortages might all play a role. This is the first rainforest recorded as switching from a carbon sink to a carbon source, and Carle added the phenomenon could reflect a declining ecosystem in Australian wet rainforests overall.
“The wet tropics in Australia occupy a bit of a warmer, drier climate space than tropical forests on other continents, thus potentially serving as an analog for what tropical forests will experience in other parts of the world,” said Carle. Previous research suggested that tropical rainforests increase their capacity for carbon storage in response to consistently increasing CO2 in the atmosphere. This half-century of data challenges that.
Raphael Trouve, who researches forest dynamics at the University of Melbourne in Australia and was not involved in the study, told The Guardian that data sets like this one can help track changes in the climate and environment. “It allows us to put the theory up against reality and better understand how these systems work.”
8．Which aspect of the Australian rainforest does the research focus on
A．The makeup of woody biomass. B．The effects on climate change.
C．The level of carbon concentration. D．The change in carbon balance.
9．What does the shift in paragraph 3 show
A．Rising tree death rates. B．Stable weather patterns.
C．Modest tropical rainfall. D．Instant ecosystem collapse
10．What does the underlined word “analog” in paragraph 4 mean
A．Different model. B．Sustainable system.
C．Similar example. D．Historical background.
11．How does Raphael Trouve view these long-term data sets
A．They provide insights into the truth. B．They offer solutions to climate change.
C．They are consistent with popular beliefs. D．They are independent of historical data.
Most of us were raised to think that smart people always know the right answers. From gold stars in school to performance reviews in the office, we’re rewarded for certainty.
Yet as Bidhan Parmar, professor at the UVA Darden School of Business, argues in his new book, Radical Doubt, “Certainty somehow blinds us. The only thing that spoon-feeding teaches us is the shape of a spoon”. His point is unsettling: The very habits we rely on to feel smart — rushing toward the final goals, simplifying complex problems, sugar-coating our initial reactions — are the ones that keep us from making wise choices.
The hardest problems we face in life, whether in careers, relationships, or society, rarely come with single right answers. They’re what Parmar calls “moments of unease”: multi-criteria choices that involve competing goals, high risks, and deep uncertainty. The old playbook of being a “right-answer getter” not only fails here, but backfires. As Parmar explains, “We often treat complex problems like simple ones until we are faced with the reality.”
Our personal and professional environments are more uncertain than ever. Technology evolves faster than regulation, workplaces are more diverse, and social standards are shifting. I’ve watched firsthand that seasoned leaders ignore warning signs because they were addicted to “feeling right.” They simplified the situation when they should have paused or explored, and missed the opportunity that doubt was pointing them toward.
Our brains run on interconnected systems: the Pursue system (seek rewards), the Protect system (avoid threats), and the Pause-and-Piece-Together system (engage doubt and reframe). Prior evidence-based studies report that most of us let the first two dominate, charging ahead or withdrawing in fear. Grounded in behavioral science, the wiser move is to take enough time to notice complexity, question assumptions, and treat our intuition (直觉) not as the only decision but as an alternative. In practice, this means holding competing goals side by side, and learning to say not “I know,” but “I’m learning.”
12．What is implied by mentioning the spoon-feeding
A．Certainty might ruin decision-making. B．Average people can learn few facts.
C．Smart habits secure positive outcomes. D．Simple tools secretly boost creativity.
13．Which might be a “moment of unease”
A．Profiting from stable investments with spare funds.
B．Trying to find a job overseas when a parent falls ill.
C．Treating difficult problems with one’s first intuition.
D．Continuing to develop in one’s familiar research field.
14．What can make leaders fail according to the author
A．Shifting standards. B．Lacking experience.
C．Ignoring principles. D．Overlooking doubts.
15．What is mainly talked about in the last paragraph
A．Intuition types and brain functions. B．Initial doubts and competing goals.
C．Brain systems and connection forms. D．Scientific theories and workable tips.
When Marie Benton first moved to London in 2008, joining a choir (合唱团) helped her fit in the new environment. 16 With her tireless efforts, the Choir with No Name (TCWNN) was officially born.
The link between homelessness and mental illness has been widely documented. Clearly, the challenges facing people experiencing homelessness extend beyond finding shelter. 17 Fortunately, according to its most recent annual member survey, 88% saw mental health improvements after they joined the choirs.
18 They are experiencing homelessness among some of the most isolated in our communities. “Our choirs aim to be the opposite of that experience, where everyone is seen and heard, and where they can leave their troubles at the door and have fun!” says its chief executive Dr Kate Warehouse.
Not only is everyone welcome, but they also benefit from support that they may not find elsewhere. “Our choir directors are experts in teaching group singing in a way that ensures everyone is supported to flourish, both personally and musically,” says Dr Warehouse. “ 19 Better still, they encourage them to take the leap and sing a solo. ”
Jane, who has been singing in the Liverpool choir since 2015, says her life has been transformed. In the early days when she was living in a hostel, she had withdrawn into herself. But weekly choir rehearsals offered her a routine among the chaos, which provided hope during dark times. From her perspective, if her life was a ladder, coming to choir was the start of her climbing up that ladder. 20
A．Nevertheless, getting people through the door can be a struggle.
B．They are also likely to experience poor physical and mental health.
C．Mental health concerns are common among a wide range of countries.
D．Those directors understand how group singing can build confidence over time.
E．Slowly but surely, she got to where she is today — a confident and outgoing person.
F．Inspired, she decided to start one to provide comfort and confidence to those in need.
G．Consequently, she worked with those who are less confident to help them find their voice.
二、完形填空
Nowadays, young adults seem to be struggling more with their mental health than ever before. However, one benefit of this generation is their 21 to talk about their issues. Although social media can be 22 , it provides people a platform where they can share their struggles, and maybe 23 others.
This was just the 24 with a video posted by Breanna Kate on TikTok that has got 5.6 million likes already. In the video, Breanna Kate 25 a text conversation with her mom about feeling 26 and wanting to talk. Although her parents live 600 miles away, they hurried to their daughter’s side to 27 her in person.
It was adorable to see that both parents went to be by their daughter’s side — and lots of people commented how 28 Breanna Kate’s father was as he patiently waited to get his hug. Another person so 29 commented: “You are a millionaire. I’m not talking about money.”
It’s interesting to see how a simple video of parents 30 for their daughter in trouble proved so very 31 . Perhaps it’s a call for help so many youngsters would love to 32 , but don’t feel able to do so for multiple reasons.
However, the 33 to young adults is clear: If you’re feeling confused, reach out to your parents, while they might not be able to take a 600-mile trip, they’ll certainly love to know they’re still 34 by their children, and will no doubt do their best to 35 you.
21．A．priority B．arrangement C．willingness D．principle
22．A．convenient B．efficient C．aggressive D．harmful
23．A．motivate B．embrace C．encounter D．accompany
24．A．conflict B．case C．method D．dilemma
25．A．preserved B．analyzed C．shared D．recited
26．A．anxious B．embarrassed C．thrilled D．astonished
27．A．investigate B．consult C．negotiate D．comfort
28．A．astonished B．sweet C．nervous D．formal
29．A．sharply B．irresponsibly C．accurately D．professionally
30．A．moving on B．sitting by C．staying up D．showing up
31．A．significant B．identical C．popular D．practical
32．A．make B．document C．toast D．receive
33．A．process B．message C．request D．advantage
34．A．assisted B．protected C．surrounded D．needed
35．A．advocate B．support C．influence D．promote
三、语法填空
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。
According to the latest official data released by the National Health Commission, China's healthcare resources continued to grow steadily in 2025. By the end of the year, the total number of medical institutions reached over 1.09 million, a notable increase of nearly 22,800 36 (compare) with the previous year. The number of hospitals also rose by 355 year-on-year to 38,700, making quality medical services more 37 (access) to people across the whole country.
The healthcare personnel expanded significantly too, 38 the total number of medical staff reaching 13 million, a steady 4.3% year-on-year growth. Around 9.4 million of 39 (they) worked in hospitals, effectively supporting the rising demand for medical care nationwide. Both patient visits to medical institutions and hospital admissions showed a clear upward trend during the year. Notably, primary-and secondary-level hospitals — lower tiers of China’s three-tier hospital system — 40 (handle) 66.6% of all visits, and community healthcare clinics as well as township or village health centers saw a big rise in visits, 41 (total) 4 billion.
Key health indicators also showed positive and encouraging changes. China's average life expectancy reached 79 years in 2025. The total national health expenditure (花费) 42 (estimate) at 9.09 trillion yuan ($1.27 trillion), accounting for 6.7% of the GDP.
Additionally, childcare services for children under 3 improved 43 (significant). The number of nursery facilities grew by 13.8% year-on-year to 114,000, providing 5.7 million care slots — 44 impressive increase of 20.2%. There were 4.08 slots per 1,000 people, and over 2.6 million young children were enrolled in these professional institutions. The nursery care workforce also expanded by 12.5% year-on-year to around 1.3 million, 45 ensured better and more reliable service quality for families.
四、书信写作
46．你校英文报将增加一个新的栏目“The Labor Diary”。请你以编辑部的名义写一篇创刊词，内容包括：
1.创刊目的；
2.栏目介绍。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
Dear readers,
We are excited to announce the launch of our new column, “The Labor Diary”.
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The editorial department
五、书面表达
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。
Todd leaned against the window looking out at the noisy street in the afternoon sun. Some kids ran back and forth shouting loudly, while others rode scooters (滑板车) fast down the sidewalk, nearly bumping into passersby — several even cut through neighbours’ front yards, destroying flowers in the neat gardens.
He signed softly and turned back inside, his eyes falling on the cover of a dog-eared book — a gift from Grandma. A wave of warmth swept over him. He’d once been too restless to sit down. It was Grandma that had turned his dislike of reading into passion. Those boring afternoons were turned into adventures because Grandma always had a way to make reading feel like treasure hunts. With newfound passion, he stepped into a wonderland through those pages. Suddenly, he was drugged back to reality from his sweet memories by the yelling from a neighbour, “Ruined my garden again Can’t you kids read some books ”
An idea popped into Todd’s mind. Why not build a small book box right in his front yard Wasn’t this a perfect way to change the messy community around him Without hesitation, he crafted the box from old wooden pieces, carved a tiny shelf inside and put in his favourite children’s books, including the gift from Grandma. For the sign on the box, he painted “Reading Comer for Kids”. He placed the box right under the big oak tree where the kids dashed past every single day.
Yet the box sat lonely for days. Kids still rushed past, never sparing a glance. The neighborhood didn’t shift one bit. Feeling defeated, Todd walked out to the box and picked up a book. As he opened it, a small, faded sticker slipped out from the pages, landing on the grass. It was the shiny star he had been hunting for — one of the “secret treasures” Grandma used to hide for him to find.
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。
Recalling Grandma’s tricks, Todd knew what he could do.
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With more kids drawn to the magic of stories, the community changed.
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参考答案
题号 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
答案 B C D A C D B D A C
题号 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
答案 A A B D D F B A D E
题号 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
答案 C D A B C A D B C D
题号 31 32 33 34 35
答案 C A B D B
36．compared 37．accessible 38．with 39．them 40．handled 41．totaling/totalling 42．was estimated 43．significantly 44．an 45．which
46．例文
Dear readers,
We are excited to announce the launch of our new column, “The Labor Diary”. This column is created to promote the true value of our working experiences, serving as a reminder that the effort, learning and growth through hard work always matter a lot. Here, you are invited to document, share and even comment on authentic stories of labor, whether it’s organizing a school event, mastering a new skill or volunteering. Plus, articles concerning any reflection on your experiences or whatever you learn from them are also welcome.
We appreciate your dedication to this column. Let’s roll up our sleeves and get cracking!
The editorial department
47．范文
Recalling Grandma’s tricks, Todd knew what he could do. He hunted through his old books, hiding small stickers, colorful paper clips and tiny toy figures as “secret treasures” between the pages, just like Grandma used to do. He also added a note on the box: “Find the hidden treasures in books!” The next morning, he waited quietly by the window. A boy riding a scooter slowed down, curious about the note. He stopped, opened a book and let out a happy shout when he found a star sticker.
With more kids drawn to the magic of stories, the community changed. The noisy shouts and scooter sounds faded, replaced by soft reading voices under the oak tree. Kids no longer ran wildly or destroyed gardens; instead, they sat together, sharing interesting plots from the books. Neighbours smiled when they saw the quiet reading corner, some even bringing their own old books to add to the box. Todd looked at the lively scene, holding Grandma’s book tightly. He knew Grandma would be proud — his small idea had turned the messy neighborhood into a warm, joyful place filled with the charm of stories.
一、阅读理解
Carry-on Bag Rules
Due to limited cabin space, to ensure the safety of you and our crew, please follow our simple bag rules.
Each passenger is allowed to bring one bag onto the plane.
Weight limit: Each carry-on bag may weigh up to 10 kilos.
Size limit: Each carry-on bag can be up to 110cm long, 60cm tall and 30cm wide.
Additional bags and oversized/ overweight bags may be allowed on the plane if there is enough room. There will be a fee for such bags (see the table below). Please note that if your bag breaks more than one rule, then you must pay a fee for each rule broken.
Bag Fees
Rule Fee
Overweight* Bags heavier than 10 kilos 100 per kilo over limit
Oversized** Bags larger than 110cm×60cm×30cm 250 per bag
Extra bags 400 per extra bag
* No bag over 15 kilos will be allowed on the plane.
** No bag over 150cm long or 80cm high may be taken on the plane. Passengers must check in such bags before boarding the plane.
Safety Rules
For the safety of our passengers, the following items must not be taken onto the plane:
-Bottles containing gas (e.g., cigarette lighters)
-Bottles containing any cream, oil or other liquid that are over 100ml.
Note:
If you have any liquid medicines over 100ml that you must use during your flight, please contact our customer service manager at 34533566 to make arrangements at least 24 hours before your departure. You will need to have a doctor’s letter explaining why you need the medicine.
1．What is not allowed to be taken onto the plane by a passenger
A．A 130ml bottle of medicine. B．A 90ml bottle of oxygen.
C．A bag measuring 120cm in length. D．A bag weighing 10 kilos.
2．How much will a passenger pay for a carry-on bag that measures 100cm×50cm×35cm and weighs 12 kilos
A． 100. B． 350. C． 450. D． 750.
3．Where is this text most likely from
A．An airport announcement. B．A travel brochure.
C．An airline security manual. D．An airline website.
John Arrillaga Sr, the pioneering Silicon Valley developer, was one of Stanford’s greatest benefactors (捐助者), leaving a legacy literally built into every corner of campus.
Over decades, Arrillaga’s generous donations and hands-on efforts reshaped Stanford’s campus. Though best known for athletic facilities, his true impact extended far beyond. As his longtime friend John Etchemendy noted, “Hundreds of projects bear his mark, yet rarely his name.” Nowhere was this quiet dedication clearer than in the reconstruction of Stanford Stadium. He personally funded and oversaw every detail — from selecting palm trees to designing seats to mapping walkways — yet refused to put his name on it.
Born into a working-class family, young Arrillaga couldn’t afford a proper suit for his high school graduation, having to borrow an ill-fitting jacket with sleeves that barely reached his wrists. He unexpectedly attended Stanford on a basketball scholarship, working multiple campus jobs to make ends meet. After playing professionally in Spain, he returned to develop Silicon Valley offices during the tech boom, becoming a millionaire. True to his humble beginnings, he started repaying Stanford almost immediately after graduation — beginning with modest athletic department gifts that grew into historic donations exceeding $250 million. Through his scholarship programs, he’s helped over 300 students facing similar financial challenges.
One day, a young donor moved by Arrillaga’s generosity shared how witnessing the selfless giving had profoundly shaped his devotion to charitable work. Realizing the ripple (涟漪) effect of his actions through others, Arrillaga months later made a rare exception: he permitted his name to appear on just one building — not for personal distinction, but as a nod to the power of leading by example.
While his benefaction helped communities across Silicon Valley through donations to police stations, libraries, and other public spaces, his strongest ties always remained with Stanford University.
4．What was Arrillaga’s key role in the stadium reconstruction
A．A full-project supporter. B．A stadium co-investor.
C．A landscape designer. D．A building material producer.
5．What motivated Arrillaga’s lifelong commitment to Stanford
A．The millionaire lifestyle experience. B．The desire for public recognition.
C．The fate-changing scholarship. D．The business investment strategies.
6．Why did Arrillaga finally allow his name to appear on one building
A．To accept praise from the public. B．To show the ripple effect of athletics.
C．To fulfill a request from his university. D．To inspire more charitable actions.
7．What does Arrillaga’s experience show
A．Wealth necessitates public display. B．Silent impact outweighs visible recognition.
C．Humble beginnings can lead to fortunes. D．Athletic excellence drives social change.
When it comes to cooling the planet, tropical forests serve as “carbon sinks” — their trees absorb carbon dioxide (CO2) from the air. Now, a new study finds one Australian rainforest is doing the opposite.
The research, published in Nature, analyzed data from wet tropical rainforests in Australia, which scientists had tracked for nearly 50 years. By examining woody biomass from the rainforest, which typically holds a large amount of carbon, researchers found the forest is releasing more carbon than it absorbs, and this switch happened about 25 years ago.
Since trees release stored carbon back into the atmosphere when they die and break down, this shift indicates that trees in this Australian rainforest are dying faster than they were decades ago, said lead author Hannah Carle, a forest ecosystem researcher at Western Sydney University. Drier air, higher temperatures and water shortages might all play a role. This is the first rainforest recorded as switching from a carbon sink to a carbon source, and Carle added the phenomenon could reflect a declining ecosystem in Australian wet rainforests overall.
“The wet tropics in Australia occupy a bit of a warmer, drier climate space than tropical forests on other continents, thus potentially serving as an analog for what tropical forests will experience in other parts of the world,” said Carle. Previous research suggested that tropical rainforests increase their capacity for carbon storage in response to consistently increasing CO2 in the atmosphere. This half-century of data challenges that.
Raphael Trouve, who researches forest dynamics at the University of Melbourne in Australia and was not involved in the study, told The Guardian that data sets like this one can help track changes in the climate and environment. “It allows us to put the theory up against reality and better understand how these systems work.”
8．Which aspect of the Australian rainforest does the research focus on
A．The makeup of woody biomass. B．The effects on climate change.
C．The level of carbon concentration. D．The change in carbon balance.
9．What does the shift in paragraph 3 show
A．Rising tree death rates. B．Stable weather patterns.
C．Modest tropical rainfall. D．Instant ecosystem collapse
10．What does the underlined word “analog” in paragraph 4 mean
A．Different model. B．Sustainable system.
C．Similar example. D．Historical background.
11．How does Raphael Trouve view these long-term data sets
A．They provide insights into the truth. B．They offer solutions to climate change.
C．They are consistent with popular beliefs. D．They are independent of historical data.
Most of us were raised to think that smart people always know the right answers. From gold stars in school to performance reviews in the office, we’re rewarded for certainty.
Yet as Bidhan Parmar, professor at the UVA Darden School of Business, argues in his new book, Radical Doubt, “Certainty somehow blinds us. The only thing that spoon-feeding teaches us is the shape of a spoon”. His point is unsettling: The very habits we rely on to feel smart — rushing toward the final goals, simplifying complex problems, sugar-coating our initial reactions — are the ones that keep us from making wise choices.
The hardest problems we face in life, whether in careers, relationships, or society, rarely come with single right answers. They’re what Parmar calls “moments of unease”: multi-criteria choices that involve competing goals, high risks, and deep uncertainty. The old playbook of being a “right-answer getter” not only fails here, but backfires. As Parmar explains, “We often treat complex problems like simple ones until we are faced with the reality.”
Our personal and professional environments are more uncertain than ever. Technology evolves faster than regulation, workplaces are more diverse, and social standards are shifting. I’ve watched firsthand that seasoned leaders ignore warning signs because they were addicted to “feeling right.” They simplified the situation when they should have paused or explored, and missed the opportunity that doubt was pointing them toward.
Our brains run on interconnected systems: the Pursue system (seek rewards), the Protect system (avoid threats), and the Pause-and-Piece-Together system (engage doubt and reframe). Prior evidence-based studies report that most of us let the first two dominate, charging ahead or withdrawing in fear. Grounded in behavioral science, the wiser move is to take enough time to notice complexity, question assumptions, and treat our intuition (直觉) not as the only decision but as an alternative. In practice, this means holding competing goals side by side, and learning to say not “I know,” but “I’m learning.”
12．What is implied by mentioning the spoon-feeding
A．Certainty might ruin decision-making. B．Average people can learn few facts.
C．Smart habits secure positive outcomes. D．Simple tools secretly boost creativity.
13．Which might be a “moment of unease”
A．Profiting from stable investments with spare funds.
B．Trying to find a job overseas when a parent falls ill.
C．Treating difficult problems with one’s first intuition.
D．Continuing to develop in one’s familiar research field.
14．What can make leaders fail according to the author
A．Shifting standards. B．Lacking experience.
C．Ignoring principles. D．Overlooking doubts.
15．What is mainly talked about in the last paragraph
A．Intuition types and brain functions. B．Initial doubts and competing goals.
C．Brain systems and connection forms. D．Scientific theories and workable tips.
When Marie Benton first moved to London in 2008, joining a choir (合唱团) helped her fit in the new environment. 16 With her tireless efforts, the Choir with No Name (TCWNN) was officially born.
The link between homelessness and mental illness has been widely documented. Clearly, the challenges facing people experiencing homelessness extend beyond finding shelter. 17 Fortunately, according to its most recent annual member survey, 88% saw mental health improvements after they joined the choirs.
18 They are experiencing homelessness among some of the most isolated in our communities. “Our choirs aim to be the opposite of that experience, where everyone is seen and heard, and where they can leave their troubles at the door and have fun!” says its chief executive Dr Kate Warehouse.
Not only is everyone welcome, but they also benefit from support that they may not find elsewhere. “Our choir directors are experts in teaching group singing in a way that ensures everyone is supported to flourish, both personally and musically,” says Dr Warehouse. “ 19 Better still, they encourage them to take the leap and sing a solo. ”
Jane, who has been singing in the Liverpool choir since 2015, says her life has been transformed. In the early days when she was living in a hostel, she had withdrawn into herself. But weekly choir rehearsals offered her a routine among the chaos, which provided hope during dark times. From her perspective, if her life was a ladder, coming to choir was the start of her climbing up that ladder. 20
A．Nevertheless, getting people through the door can be a struggle.
B．They are also likely to experience poor physical and mental health.
C．Mental health concerns are common among a wide range of countries.
D．Those directors understand how group singing can build confidence over time.
E．Slowly but surely, she got to where she is today — a confident and outgoing person.
F．Inspired, she decided to start one to provide comfort and confidence to those in need.
G．Consequently, she worked with those who are less confident to help them find their voice.
二、完形填空
Nowadays, young adults seem to be struggling more with their mental health than ever before. However, one benefit of this generation is their 21 to talk about their issues. Although social media can be 22 , it provides people a platform where they can share their struggles, and maybe 23 others.
This was just the 24 with a video posted by Breanna Kate on TikTok that has got 5.6 million likes already. In the video, Breanna Kate 25 a text conversation with her mom about feeling 26 and wanting to talk. Although her parents live 600 miles away, they hurried to their daughter’s side to 27 her in person.
It was adorable to see that both parents went to be by their daughter’s side — and lots of people commented how 28 Breanna Kate’s father was as he patiently waited to get his hug. Another person so 29 commented: “You are a millionaire. I’m not talking about money.”
It’s interesting to see how a simple video of parents 30 for their daughter in trouble proved so very 31 . Perhaps it’s a call for help so many youngsters would love to 32 , but don’t feel able to do so for multiple reasons.
However, the 33 to young adults is clear: If you’re feeling confused, reach out to your parents, while they might not be able to take a 600-mile trip, they’ll certainly love to know they’re still 34 by their children, and will no doubt do their best to 35 you.
21．A．priority B．arrangement C．willingness D．principle
22．A．convenient B．efficient C．aggressive D．harmful
23．A．motivate B．embrace C．encounter D．accompany
24．A．conflict B．case C．method D．dilemma
25．A．preserved B．analyzed C．shared D．recited
26．A．anxious B．embarrassed C．thrilled D．astonished
27．A．investigate B．consult C．negotiate D．comfort
28．A．astonished B．sweet C．nervous D．formal
29．A．sharply B．irresponsibly C．accurately D．professionally
30．A．moving on B．sitting by C．staying up D．showing up
31．A．significant B．identical C．popular D．practical
32．A．make B．document C．toast D．receive
33．A．process B．message C．request D．advantage
34．A．assisted B．protected C．surrounded D．needed
35．A．advocate B．support C．influence D．promote
三、语法填空
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。
According to the latest official data released by the National Health Commission, China's healthcare resources continued to grow steadily in 2025. By the end of the year, the total number of medical institutions reached over 1.09 million, a notable increase of nearly 22,800 36 (compare) with the previous year. The number of hospitals also rose by 355 year-on-year to 38,700, making quality medical services more 37 (access) to people across the whole country.
The healthcare personnel expanded significantly too, 38 the total number of medical staff reaching 13 million, a steady 4.3% year-on-year growth. Around 9.4 million of 39 (they) worked in hospitals, effectively supporting the rising demand for medical care nationwide. Both patient visits to medical institutions and hospital admissions showed a clear upward trend during the year. Notably, primary-and secondary-level hospitals — lower tiers of China’s three-tier hospital system — 40 (handle) 66.6% of all visits, and community healthcare clinics as well as township or village health centers saw a big rise in visits, 41 (total) 4 billion.
Key health indicators also showed positive and encouraging changes. China's average life expectancy reached 79 years in 2025. The total national health expenditure (花费) 42 (estimate) at 9.09 trillion yuan ($1.27 trillion), accounting for 6.7% of the GDP.
Additionally, childcare services for children under 3 improved 43 (significant). The number of nursery facilities grew by 13.8% year-on-year to 114,000, providing 5.7 million care slots — 44 impressive increase of 20.2%. There were 4.08 slots per 1,000 people, and over 2.6 million young children were enrolled in these professional institutions. The nursery care workforce also expanded by 12.5% year-on-year to around 1.3 million, 45 ensured better and more reliable service quality for families.
四、书信写作
46．你校英文报将增加一个新的栏目“The Labor Diary”。请你以编辑部的名义写一篇创刊词，内容包括：
1.创刊目的；
2.栏目介绍。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
Dear readers,
We are excited to announce the launch of our new column, “The Labor Diary”.
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The editorial department
五、书面表达
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。
Todd leaned against the window looking out at the noisy street in the afternoon sun. Some kids ran back and forth shouting loudly, while others rode scooters (滑板车) fast down the sidewalk, nearly bumping into passersby — several even cut through neighbours’ front yards, destroying flowers in the neat gardens.
He signed softly and turned back inside, his eyes falling on the cover of a dog-eared book — a gift from Grandma. A wave of warmth swept over him. He’d once been too restless to sit down. It was Grandma that had turned his dislike of reading into passion. Those boring afternoons were turned into adventures because Grandma always had a way to make reading feel like treasure hunts. With newfound passion, he stepped into a wonderland through those pages. Suddenly, he was drugged back to reality from his sweet memories by the yelling from a neighbour, “Ruined my garden again Can’t you kids read some books ”
An idea popped into Todd’s mind. Why not build a small book box right in his front yard Wasn’t this a perfect way to change the messy community around him Without hesitation, he crafted the box from old wooden pieces, carved a tiny shelf inside and put in his favourite children’s books, including the gift from Grandma. For the sign on the box, he painted “Reading Comer for Kids”. He placed the box right under the big oak tree where the kids dashed past every single day.
Yet the box sat lonely for days. Kids still rushed past, never sparing a glance. The neighborhood didn’t shift one bit. Feeling defeated, Todd walked out to the box and picked up a book. As he opened it, a small, faded sticker slipped out from the pages, landing on the grass. It was the shiny star he had been hunting for — one of the “secret treasures” Grandma used to hide for him to find.
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。
Recalling Grandma’s tricks, Todd knew what he could do.
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With more kids drawn to the magic of stories, the community changed.
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参考答案
题号 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
答案 B C D A C D B D A C
题号 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
答案 A A B D D F B A D E
题号 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
答案 C D A B C A D B C D
题号 31 32 33 34 35
答案 C A B D B
36．compared 37．accessible 38．with 39．them 40．handled 41．totaling/totalling 42．was estimated 43．significantly 44．an 45．which
46．例文
Dear readers,
We are excited to announce the launch of our new column, “The Labor Diary”. This column is created to promote the true value of our working experiences, serving as a reminder that the effort, learning and growth through hard work always matter a lot. Here, you are invited to document, share and even comment on authentic stories of labor, whether it’s organizing a school event, mastering a new skill or volunteering. Plus, articles concerning any reflection on your experiences or whatever you learn from them are also welcome.
We appreciate your dedication to this column. Let’s roll up our sleeves and get cracking!
The editorial department
47．范文
Recalling Grandma’s tricks, Todd knew what he could do. He hunted through his old books, hiding small stickers, colorful paper clips and tiny toy figures as “secret treasures” between the pages, just like Grandma used to do. He also added a note on the box: “Find the hidden treasures in books!” The next morning, he waited quietly by the window. A boy riding a scooter slowed down, curious about the note. He stopped, opened a book and let out a happy shout when he found a star sticker.
With more kids drawn to the magic of stories, the community changed. The noisy shouts and scooter sounds faded, replaced by soft reading voices under the oak tree. Kids no longer ran wildly or destroyed gardens; instead, they sat together, sharing interesting plots from the books. Neighbours smiled when they saw the quiet reading corner, some even bringing their own old books to add to the box. Todd looked at the lively scene, holding Grandma’s book tightly. He knew Grandma would be proud — his small idea had turned the messy neighborhood into a warm, joyful place filled with the charm of stories.
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