写作（第二节）
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Dear Peter,
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58 59山东省烟台市2026届高三下学期高考诊断性测试（一模）
英语试卷
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。
2. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。
3. 考试结束后，只交答题卡。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
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，每段对话读两遍。
1. What does the woman want to do
A. Write a book. B. Shoot a film. C. Visit another planet.
2. When will the woman go to see the doctor
A. At 12:30. B. At 13:00. C. At 13:30.
3. Why did the man cook dinner
A. The woman was busy. B. He was very hungry. C. It was his turn.
4. How does the man sound
A. Disappointed. B. Annoyed. C. Overjoyed.
5. Who did the woman call to tell about her flight delay
A. Ted. B. Jack. C. Melissa.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
6. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a taxi. B. In a hotel. C. At an airport.
7. What can the app do for the man
A. Book flight tickets. B. Order drinks. C. Plan the fastest route.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
8. What did the woman probably try to do
A. Replace the door. B. Open a bookcase. C. Find the headmaster.
9. What do we know about the headmaster
A. He is off on vacation. B. He has lost the key. C. He’ll send for the key.
10. What will the man most likely do next
A Contact Rachel. B. Phone the headmaster. C. Call in a repairman.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
11. Where is the exhibition being held
A. In the artist’s house. B. In the town hall. C. In the gallery.
12. When was the artist born
A. In 1922. B. In 1892. C. In 1830.
13. What can we learn about the artist
A. He struggled for fame in his life.
B. He lived a simple life with his family.
C. His works didn’t come to light until he died.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
14. What caused Liam to fail his driving test
A. Lack of sufficient practice.
B. Presence of an unfamiliar examiner.
C. Frequent absence from driving sessions.
15. Who does the man need to consult with
A. His cousin. B. His instructor. C. His boss.
16. What can be inferred from what the man says
A. He’s decided to quit his driving test.
B. He’s no longer employed at McDonald’s.
C. Repeated driving tests cost him much money.
17. What is the woman’s purpose of mentioning applying for jobs
A. To make comparisons. B. To boost motivation. C. To recommend a position.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18. What is the speaker most likely to be
A. A radio presenter. B. A music journalist. C. An orchestra director.
19. What inspired the song Let It Be
A A concert by the Beatles. B. A trip to another country. C. A dream about his late mother.
20. What does the speaker think about Cruel Summer
A. It’s a controversial song. B. It’s a reflective song. C. It’s an enjoyable song.
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。
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The Best Exhibitions to See in 2026
Raphael: Sublime Poetry
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA
March 7 — June 1
Raphael is one of the greatest Italian Renaissance painters and architects. From his show of over 200 drawings, paintings and decorative arts, we can expect major pieces like “The Alba Madonna”, a perfect example of the artist’s mastery of harmony and classical beauty.
Stories of Ecology
S o Paulo Museum of Art, Brazil
March 8 — April 1
This exhibition aims to explore the concept of ecology through works not just of artists, but of activists and whole social movements. Of the 116 images on display, mostly by artists from the “global south”, emphasis is on the nature-human bond, indicating the necessity of collaborative responses from all corners of the planet to address climate change.
Matisse’s Jazz: Rhythms in Color
The Art Institute of Chicago, USA
March 29 — June 28
Henri Matisse, primarily a celebrated painter worldwide, turned to paper cutting in his old age as his medium after a surgery left him unable to pick up a brush. Twenty different cut-paper models were formed, all drawn from his memories, folktales and circuses. They were reproduced in 1947 in stencil (模版) to form a book in loose leaves, Jazz, accompanied by explanatory notes from the artist himself. Now, it is shown in its entirety for the very first time since it was acquired by the museum back in 1948.
Chinese Women’s Fashion
Los Angeles County Museum of Art, USA
June 14 — September 25
Visit LACMA for a beautifully designed journey through Chinese women’s fashion. On models specially customized by fashion designer Jason Wu, you’ll see from qipao of the 1960s way back to the robes (长袍) of the Qing Dynasty in a vivid display of colour, patterns and excellent craftsmanship.
21 What do the works in Stories of Ecology advocate
A. Individual eco-commitments. B. Southern artistic interaction.
C. Global climate cooperation. D. Human transformation of nature.
22. What do we know about the book Jazz
A. It contains 200 color plates. B. It includes Matisse’s writing.
C. It has fixed and linked pages. D. It was first published in 1948.
23. Which of the following exhibitions lasts the longest
A. Raphael: Sublime Poetry. B. Stories of Ecology.
C. Matisse’s Jazz: Rhythms in Color. D. Chinese Women’s Fashion.
B
Several years ago, I was addicted to personal bests (PBs). I treated every run as a never-ceasing battle against time with my GPS watch serving as my judge. Failure seemed certain unless I hit the target pace while success merely fueled the urge to map out how to go faster next time.
It was two years before this means of running brought out multiple physical discomforts in me. Then a major injury — my broken ankle — sidelined me for three months, forcing me to switch to long, unhurried walks in the nearby park — no watch, no headphones and just the rhythm of my footsteps. It came as a revelation: I noticed the golden color of dusk filtering through oak leaves, the laughter of children echoing from the playground and the smell of freshly baked bread floating from a nearby bakery.
When I returned to running, I resolved to abandon the addiction to PBs, opting for a pace gentle enough to allow off-key singing without breathing heavily. I joined a social running group, where we paused to pet dogs and share weekly stories. Then trail running, where roots and rocks demand full attention to footing rather than speed, became my new pursuit. Initially, it felt odd, like I was cheating, casting me into a mild state of disquiet with this unaccustomed pace. Soon, this shift brought clarity.
One Saturday dawn, an aimless run led me to a reservoir. As I watched the sunlight sparkling on the water, I realized I hadn’t checked my electronic watch even once — no thoughts of pace or distance, just pure pleasure in running. That’s when it hit me: The essence of running doesn’t lie in pursuing data but in fully inhabiting the present, embracing surrounding delights and connecting with my body, nature and the world. That, indeed, is the greatest personal best of all. Now, I run to unwind after a long workday, to bond with friends and to witness sunrises. Occasionally I race at full speed, only when it feels fulfilling, not driven by a device and letting go of the need to prove myself.
24. What does paragraph 1 indicate about the author
A. He was keen on running aimlessly. B. He excelled in plotting running routes.
C. He tended to run at a constant pace. D. He took his running performance too seriously.
25. What does the underlined word “revelation” in paragraph 2 probably refer to
A. A universal cure. B. A long-awaited miracle.
C. An ethical option. D. A refreshing discovery.
26. How did the author feel in his first attempt at trail running
A. Uneasy. B. Relieved. C. Pessimistic. D. Determined.
27. What does the author’s experience show
A. A run shared is a run enjoyed. B. Running is about joy not figures.
C. One can’t run before one can walk. D. A far journey begins with an initial step.
C
“Ghost gear” refers to lost or abandoned fishing nets, a highly destructive pollutant in oceans. Each year, approximately 1 million tons of such gear are discarded at sea, accounting for up to 86% of large marine floating plastics. Unlike visible plastic waste like bottles, it sinks into the deep ocean, continuously trapping sea animals, producing microplastics and endangering navigation.
To address this issue, organizations like Conservation International have launched programs worldwide. A distinctive project in Mexico focuses on training female divers known as sirenas to clear away ghost gear and help coastal communities gain a direct understanding of the pollution’s harm.
These female divers rely on commercial fishing as their primary income source but volunteer for the cleanup. After professional training and certification, they start searching for and removing dangerous ghost gear. The operation tests their physical limits and patience to the fullest. As many as 117 sailors once invested over 40 hours in clearing a massive 300-foot-long fishing net. Their diving experience has completely transformed their perception of the ocean. By engaging with communities and fishing cooperatives, they have gradually gained recognition, carving out a space for women in marine conservation within the male-dominated fishing industry.
Undoubtedly, prevention deserves the equal priority to cleanup. The Global Ghost Gear Initiative has developed a reporting system for fishers to notify lost gear for timely recovery and provided them with region-specific recommendations, such as avoiding operations in severe weather and storing gear properly.
In selected regions, fishing nets bear unique identifiers, enabling the precise tracking of their ownership by individuals or commercial fisheries post-recovery and instantly locking down whoever is at fault. “Once your fishing gear is attached to distinct identifiers, it facilitates a heightened sense of individual accountability, which in turn generates a concrete effect on your behavioral approach to fishing practices,” notes Jimenez, a marine biologist.
The governance of ghost gear demands cooperation among fishers, researchers and policymakers. By changing mindsets and taking effective measures, this campaign against ocean “ghosts” is advancing steadily, injecting hope for the sustainable future of marine ecosystems and coastal communities.
28. How does ghost gear differ from other marine plastics
A. It’s harder to detect. B. It’s distributed more extensively.
C. It takes longer to break down. D. It floats evenly in shallower water.
29. Why does the author mention the 300-foot-long net removal example
A. To showcase training effect. B. To emphasize potential net risks.
C. To highlight work efficiency. D. To demonstrate cleanup challenges.
30. What can we infer from Jimenez’s words
A. Labels avoid fishing net loss. B. Technology reshapes productivity.
C. Markings boost responsibility. D. Identity validation guarantees security.
31 What can be the best title of the text
A. Deep-sea Ghost Gear: Silent Killers.
B. Sirenas: Dedicated Ocean Guardians.
C. Multi-dimensional Actions: Tackling Marine Ghosts.
D. For Marine Conservation: Mind Your Fishing Gear.
D
Engineers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have designed an innovative ultrasonic (超声波) system to shake water out of an atmospheric water harvester, recovering captured water in just minutes, a breakthrough aiming to address global water shortages.
Atmospheric water harvesting, which collects water even from dry desert air, has been explored by scientists for ages. “Traditional methods rely heavily on solar heat to release the water absorbed by a special material. Any material good at capturing water doesn’t want to part with that water,” said the team leader Boriskina. “The process tends to drag on for hours to turn out usable water, unable to meet urgent needs in water-starved regions.”
Ikra Shuvo, an MIT graduate student specializing in ultrasound technology for wearable medical devices, became a collaborator when Boriskina recognized his ultrasound expertise combined with theirs could solve the water recovery problem head-on.
Ultrasound is a form of high-frequency sound wave that can generate microscopic shakes when acting on a substance. This being the case, the team put forward a straightforward idea: Applying ultrasound to the water-harvesting material, they could break the weak bonds between the water molecules and the material, quickly causing the water to shake loose and drop out as droplets.
The team set out to develop an ultrasonic water-harvesting device. It is heat-free but requires external electricity. A solar cell can run the system and also act as a sensor that signals when the storage material has reached full limit. Programmed to activate automatically whenever enough water is ready to be collected, the setup boasts 45-fold higher energy efficiency than heat-based alternatives, operates independent of sunlight and enables repeated daily cycles for greater water output. It can be easily positioned in remote dry regions, providing a steady supply of clean water and a more energy-efficient, environmentally friendly alternative to energy-intensive processes like seawater desalination.
Endless possibilities will unfold when distinct fields of science — ultrasound technology, materials science and environmental engineering — come together. The Svetlana-led MIT team’s leap in water recovery technology is a powerful testament to this very truth, one that is anticipated to bring vital solutions to water-scarce regions.
32. What did Boriskina say about traditional water harvesting methods
A. They’re low-yielding. B. They use waterproof materials.
C They’re resource-intensive. D. They vary from region to region.
33. On what basis did the team propose the novel idea in paragraph 4
A. The easy release of water. B. Ultrasound’s physical properties.
C. The toughness of materials. D. Ultrasound’s application ranges.
34. What is the function of a solar cell in the ultrasonic device
A. To heat the storage material. B. To absorb and draw on sunlight.
C. To power the device and monitor capacity. D. To set the device for automatic operation.
35. What mainly accounts for the team’s technological breakthrough
A. Pressing water demand. B. Cross-disciplinary integration.
C. Interschool academic exchanges. D. Svetlana’s exceptional leadership.
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。
As a freezing cold winter draws near, the winter blues often sets in — a low mood marked by feeling sadder, less energized or less interested in activities than usual. ___36___ Here is what you can do to get it over.
Laughter is the best medicine that stimulates brain activity to relieve depressive symptoms. ___37___ You can get the greatest gift from them: a hearty laugh. Laughter is highly infectious, so invite friends to join you and share the popcorn. While prolonged screen time isn’t advised, an occasional movie marathon is perfect on cold days.
It’s essential to build activities into your day and give yourself a manageable task to complete. Even chores like cleaning the floor will give you a sense of competence and achievement. ___38___ You can treat yourself to fresh flowers or homemade cup of hot cocoa. These fun or meaningful things are the basis for behavioral activation, a vital means of boosting spirits.
___39___ If a coworker’s upcoming Bermuda vacation sparks your travel wish, plan a local staycation — even a mini one, for example, a Sunday afternoon ice skating with friends, trying a new nearby restaurant or going to a concert. All this requires neither a big budget nor time off work but still cheers you up.
Lack of sunshine disturbs the body’s biological clock, leading to a drop in serotonin (血清素) and vitamin D levels, and therefore, your mood and energy levels. If you have flexibility and the weather allows, try to schedule early-morning walks or lunchtime jogs outside to get more natural light. ___40___
A. Stop thinking about unpleasant stuff.
B. Line up a bunch of comedies to watch.
C. Positive habits can promote self-discipline.
D. But do balance your hard work with minor joys.
E. They’ll brighten your day and recharge your energy.
F. If ignored, it’ll worsen into a serious mental disorder.
G. People get a mood lift with something to look forward to.
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，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
Ms Green was a junior high school teacher for decades. She had a trick for ____41____ challenging students. It began not with judgment but with a(n) ____42____ search for a single ____43____.
Last term, Marc was assigned to Ms Green’s class. He had a reputation around the school for his ____44____: disturbing class, skipping homework and fighting with classmates. Constantly ____45____ by teachers, he grew cold and defensive.
“Marc’s real trouble — He’ll ruin your class order,” other teachers ____46____ Ms Green. She listened and inquired, “But what’s something good about him ” She learned Marc was a dedicated football player.
The first time Marc entered class, she ____47____ him with “I’ve heard about you”. At this point, the kid was preparing for the ____48____ speech: “You’d better not cause trouble in my class...” Unexpectedly, he heard, “You’re that great football player Can I get your game ____49____ ” Initially, he didn’t get her ____50____, and then it sank in: Ms Green wanted to watch him play. Warmth flooded into his heart — no adult had done him such a(n) ____51____, and he nodded excitedly.
Ms Green kept her word. From the sidelines, she shouted Marc’s name and cheered him on. Her warm and sincere ____52____ stimulated his whole-hearted engagement in the game. He played with remarkable focus. Back in class, Ms Green ____53____ Marc, “You showed great teamwork out there.” Then she encouraged him, “Why not bring that focus here I’m convinced you’ll do well.” Greatly motivated, Marc began to participate, trying to ____54____ her trust. Ms Green’s ____55____ — seeing the good first — brought out the best in him.
41. A. joining B. reaching C. accompanying D. pardoning
42. A. secretive B. casual C. intentional D. bitter
43. A. target B. excuse C. comfort D. strength
44. A. behavior B. prejudice C. hobbies D. remarks
45. A. attacked B. lectured C. tasked D. persuaded
46. A. offended B. assisted C. warned D. trained
47. A. greeted B. associated C. satisfied D. rewarded
48. A. complex B. usual C. fun D. outdated
49. A. opponents B. experiences C. score D. schedule
50. A. need B. doubt C. message D. joke
51. A. honor B. favor C. injustice D. service
52. A. apology B. gesture C. wish D. offer
53. A. thanked B. corrected C. praised D. questioned
54. A. take advantage of B. give way to C. put up with D. live up to
55. A. approach B. advice C. evaluation D. promise
第二节（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 the Mid-Autumn Festival season of 2025, specialty coffee brand M Stand ___56___ (partner) with Zhang Dingjuan, a 30-year-old inheritor (继承人) of Daoming bamboo weaving (编织) . Recognized ___57___ our national intangible cultural heritage, the craft, the roots of ___58___ date back to the Qin Dynasty, comes from Daoming Town in Sichuan Province.
“During our ___59___ (collaborate) with a brand, we always look for shared elements between their identity and bamboo weaving,” Zhang explained. “With M Stand, we focused on patterns and simplicity. The Z-shaped weave echoes the ‘M’ in their logo, and the neutral colors match their clean, minimalist style.”
Zhang grew up watching her grandfather weave baskets. After studying product design at university, she chose ___60___ (explore) the craft even further. She traveled to Daoming in person to receive training from Zhao Sijin, the master inheritor of Daoming bamboo weaving.
One of the most ___61___ (wide) used materials in Daoming weaving is Yinshan cizhu bamboo ___62___ (harvest) at two or three years old. With long joints, thin walls and strong flexibility, it produces durable products. ___63___ makes the process painstaking is that it involves dozens of complicated steps — scraping (刮) , splitting, slicing, thinning and stretching the fibers.
So far, Zhang, together with other designers, ___64___ (diversify) the craft beyond traditional baskets into earrings, phone cases and even car seat backs. A gourd-shaped bookmark she designed brought in over 100, 000 yuan in a single month. Last year, she launched her own brand.
“I spent a decade ___65___ (learning) in Daoming. From making small pieces to taking on complex, customized projects, it’s been a long and tough journey,” Zhang said.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
66. 假定你是李华，英国朋友 Peter发来邮件邀请你制作一段3分钟的视频，介绍中国某个传统节日，助力其学校“中国文化周”展示。请你给他回信，内容包括：
（1）选定的节日；
（2）说明要制作的视频内容；
（3）征求意见。
注意：
（1）写作词数应为80个左右；
（2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Peter,
I’m delighted to have the opportunity to introduce Chinese culture to your schoolmates during the upcoming Chinese Culture Week.
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Yours,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
67. 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。
Jake and Leo were the star shooting guards of East High and West High respectively, both crazy about basketball and skateboarding. They were often seen practicing three-pointers in the park basketball court and racing each other at the park track on weekends, each determined to prove he outshone the other. Basketball games were held regularly between the two schools. On the court, they were tough rivals; off the court, they competed in secret. Despite this, neither of them expected a conflict would explode between them at the city basketball final.
That afternoon, the gym packed with audience shook with cheers. That was a thrilling close game. With 10 seconds left, the score was 58-57 for West High-East High. Jake’s team was down by just one point. Sweat ran down Jake’s forehead, his eyes fixed on the basket, jaw set tight. He dribbled (运球) hard, leaning forward to rush past a defender, glancing at the clock — 6 seconds left. His legs tensed, desperate to score the winning point for his team. Leo, quick as lightning, rushed to block him. Their shoulders crashed violently and Jake’s ball slipped from his hands, rolling out of bounds. The buzzer rang — West High won.
Annoyed, Jake gave Leo a rough push. “You charged into me on purpose!” he shouted. Leo glared at him yelling, “I was just playing defense! You’re just a sore loser who can’t stand defeat!” They wrestled on the court. Their teammates pulled them apart and the two stormed off. For weeks, they stayed away from each other.
One summer noon, Jake grabbed his skateboard and backpack containing a first-aid kit, something every sports addict kept handy, heading to the park skateboarding zone. As he neared the basketball court next to the ramp (滑板坡道), he spotted Leo, alone, practicing jump shots. Seconds later, Leo went for his skateboard nearby, skillfully jumped onto it and slid toward the ramp at high speed.
注意：
（1）续写词数应为150个左右；
（2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
But the front wheel got stuck in a narrow gap on the ground.
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After giving Leo first aid, Jake picked him up.
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参考答案及解析
题号 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
答案 C B A A B A C B A A
题号 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
答案 C C C B B C B A C B
题号 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
答案 C B D D D A B A D C
题号 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40
答案 C A B C B F B D G E
题号 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50
答案 B C D A B C A B D C
题号 51 52 53 54 55
答案 A B C D A
21. 答案：C
解析：推理判断题。根据Stories of Ecology中“Of the 116 images on display, mostly by artists from the “global south”, emphasis is on the nature-human bond, indicating the necessity of collaborative responses from all corners of the planet to address climate change.(在展出的116幅作品中，绝大多数来自“global south”的艺术家，作品重点聚焦于人与自然的联结，这揭示了为应对气候变化，全球各地都必须采取协同应对的必要性。)”可知，该展览倡导全球气候合作。故选C项。
22. 答案：B
解析：细节理解题。根据Matisse’s Jazz: Rhythms in Color中“They were reproduced in 1947 in stencil (模版) to form a book in loose leaves, Jazz, accompanied by explanatory notes from the artist himself.(这些作品于1947年以模版形式复制，制成散页书籍《Jazz》，并附有艺术家本人的解说注释。)”可知，《Jazz》包含马蒂斯的文字说明。故选B项。
23. 答案：D
解析：细节理解题。通过计算各展览时长：Raphael: Sublime Poetry部分中“March 7 — June 1(3月7日至6月1日)”，共86天；Stories of Ecology部分中“March 8 — April 1(3月8日至4月1日)”，共24 天；Matisse’s Jazz: Rhythms in Color部分中“March 29 — June 28(3月29日至6月28日)”，共91天；Chinese Women’s Fashion部分中“June 14 — September 25(6月14日至9月25日)”，共103天。因此，Chinese Women’s Fashion展期最长。故选D项。
24. 答案：D
解析：细节理解题。根据第一段“Several years ago, I was addicted to personal bests (PBs). I treated every run as a never-ceasing battle against time with my GPS watch serving as my judge. Failure seemed certain unless I hit the target pace while success merely fueled the urge to map out how to go faster next time. (几年前，我沉迷于个人最佳成绩(PBs)。我把每一次跑步都当作一场与时间永不停息的战斗，我的GPS手表就是裁判。除非达到目标速度，否则失败似乎是肯定的，而成功只会激发我下次如何跑得更快)”可知，作者对待自己的跑步表现过于认真。故选D项。
25. 答案：D
解析：词句猜测题。根据第二段“Then a major injury — my broken ankle — sidelined me for three months, forcing me to switch to long, unhurried walks in the nearby park — no watch, no headphones and just the rhythm of my footsteps. It came as a revelation: I noticed the golden color of dusk filtering through oak leaves, the laughter of children echoing from the playground and the smell of freshly baked bread floating from a nearby bakery. (然后，一次严重的受伤——我的脚踝骨折——让我休息了三个月，迫使我转向在附近的公园里进行漫长而悠闲的散步——没有手表，没有耳机，只有我脚步的节奏。这让我有了一个revelation：我注意到黄昏的金色透过橡树叶，操场上回荡着孩子们的笑声，附近面包店飘来新鲜出炉的面包香味)”可知，作者受伤后散步时有了新的发现，所以“revelation”指的是“一个令人耳目一新的发现”。故选D项。
26. 答案：A
解析：推理判断题。根据第三段“Then trail running, where roots and rocks demand full attention to footing rather than speed, became my new pursuit. Initially, it felt odd, like I was cheating, casting me into a mild state of disquiet with this unaccustomed pace. (然后，越野跑成了我的新追求，在越野跑中，树根和岩石要求你全神贯注于脚步，而不是速度。起初，感觉很奇怪，就像我在作弊，这种不习惯的速度让我有点不安)”可知，作者第一次尝试越野跑时感到不安。故选A项。
27. 答案：B
解析：推理判断题。根据最后一段“That’s when it hit me: The essence of running doesn’t lie in pursuing data but in fully inhabiting the present, embracing surrounding delights and connecting with my body, nature and the world. That, indeed, is the greatest personal best of all. (就在那时，我突然意识到：跑步的本质不在于追求数据，而在于完全融入当下，享受周围的乐趣，与我的身体、自然和世界建立联系。这确实是有史以来最伟大的个人最佳成绩)”可知，作者的经历表明跑步是为了快乐，而不是为了数据。故选B项。
28. 答案：A
解析：细节理解题。根据第一段“Unlike visible plastic waste like bottles, it sinks into the deep ocean, continuously trapping sea animals, producing microplastics and endangering navigation. (与瓶子等可见的塑料垃圾不同，它会沉入深海，不断困住海洋动物，产生微塑料，危及航行)”可知，幽灵渔具和其他海洋塑料不同，它沉入深海、更难被检测到。故选A项。
29. 答案：D
解析：推理判断题。根据第三段“The operation tests their physical limits and patience to the fullest. As many as 117 sailors once invested over 40 hours in clearing a massive 300-foot-long fishing net. (这项行动最大限度地考验了她们的体力和耐心。多达117名水手曾投入超过40小时清理一条长达300英尺的巨大渔网)”可知，作者提到清理300英尺长的渔网是为了展示清理工作的挑战性。故选D项。
30. 答案：C
解析：推理判断题。根据倒数第二段“Once your fishing gear is attached to distinct identifiers, it facilitates a heightened sense of individual accountability, which in turn generates a concrete effect on your behavioral approach to fishing practices, (一旦你的渔具贴上了独特的标识，就会增强个人的责任感，进而对你的捕鱼行为产生具体的影响）”可知，从Jimenez的话中我们可以推断出标记能增强责任感。故选C项。
31. 答案：C
解析：主旨大意题。根据第一段““Ghost gear” refers to lost or abandoned fishing nets, a highly destructive pollutant in oceans.(“幽灵渔具”是指丢失或遗弃的渔网，这是海洋中一种极具破坏性的污染物)”、最后一段“The governance of ghost gear demands cooperation among fishers, researchers and policymakers.(幽灵渔具的治理需要渔民、研究人员和政策制定者之间的合作)”以及文章内容可知，本文既介绍幽灵渔具的危害，又介绍多国组织、人员从清理、预防、监管多方面采取措施，所以“多维行动：对抗海洋幽灵”适合作为文章标题。故选C项。
32. 答案：A
解析：细节理解题。根据第二段中“Traditional methods rely heavily on solar heat to release the water absorbed by a special material. Any material good at capturing water doesn’t want to part with that water(传统方法严重依赖太阳能热量来释放被特殊材料吸收的水。任何善于捕捉水的材料都不愿意与水分离)”以及“The process tends to drag on for hours to turn out usable water, unable to meet urgent needs in water-starved regions.(这个过程往往会持续数小时才能产生可用的水，无法满足缺水地区的紧急需求)”可知，传统取水方法效率低、产量低。故选A。
33. 答案：B
解析：细节理解题。根据第四段中“Ultrasound is a form of high-frequency sound wave that can generate microscopic shakes when acting on a substance. This being the case, the team put forward a straightforward idea: Applying ultrasound to the water-harvesting material, they could break the weak bonds between the water molecules and the material, quickly causing the water to shake loose and drop out as droplets.(超声波是一种高频声波，当作用于物质时能产生微观震动。既然如此，研究小组提出了一个简单的想法：将超声波应用于水收集材料，他们可以打破水分子和材料之间的弱键，使水迅速震动并脱落成水滴)”可知，研究小组是基于超声波的物理特性（能产生微观震动）提出了这个新想法。故选B。
34. 答案：C
解析：细节理解题。根据第五段中“A solar cell can run the system and also act as a sensor that signals when the storage material has reached full limit.(太阳能电池可以为系统供电，也可以作为传感器，在存储材料达到极限时发出信号)”可知，太阳能电池在超声波设备中的作用是为设备供电并监测容量。故选C。
35. 答案：B
解析：细节理解题。根据最后一段中“Endless possibilities will unfold when distinct fields of science — ultrasound technology, materials science and environmental engineering — come together.(当不同的科学领域——超声波技术、材料科学和环境工程——结合在一起时，无限的可能性将会展开)”可知，研究小组的技术突破主要归功于跨学科的融合。故选B。
答案：36. F 37. B 38. D 39. G 40. E
解析：36.由上文“As a freezing cold winter draws near, the winter blues often sets in — a low mood marked by feeling sadder, less energized or less interested in activities than usual. (随着寒冷的冬天临近，冬季忧郁症常常会发作——情绪低落，表现为比平时更悲伤、精力更少或对活动更不感兴趣)”及下文“Here is what you can do to get it over. (以下是你能做的来克服它)”可知，上文说明了冬季忧郁症的症状，下文引出应对方法，本空应说明如果不及时处理，冬季忧郁症会恶化。F选项“If ignored, it’ll worsen into a serious mental disorder. (如果忽视它，它会恶化成严重的精神障碍)”能承上启下，符合语境。故选F。
37.由上文“Laughter is the best medicine that stimulates brain activity to relieve depressive symptoms. (笑是刺激大脑活动以缓解抑郁症状的最佳良药)”及下文“You can get the greatest gift from them: a hearty laugh. (你可以从他们那里得到最好的礼物：开怀大笑)”可知，上文说明了笑的好处，下文提到从某处得到开怀大笑，本空应说明一种获得笑声的好方法。B选项“Line up a bunch of comedies to watch. (排一队喜剧片来看)”能承上启下，符合语境。故选B。
38.由上文“Even chores like cleaning the floor will give you a sense of competence and achievement. (即使是像打扫地板这样的家务活也会给你一种能力感和成就感)”及下文“You can treat yourself to fresh flowers or homemade cup of hot cocoa. (你可以用鲜花或自制的热可可来犒劳自己)”可知，上文说明了做家务的好处，下文提到用小乐趣犒劳自己，本空应强调要在努力工作和小乐趣之间找到平衡。D选项“But do balance your hard work with minor joys. (但是一定要在努力工作和小乐趣之间找到平衡)”能承上启下，符合语境。故选D。
39.由下文“If a coworker’s upcoming Bermuda vacation sparks your travel wish, plan a local staycation — even a mini one, for example, a Sunday afternoon ice skating with friends, trying a new nearby restaurant or going to a concert. (如果同事即将去百慕大度假激发了你的旅行愿望，那就计划一次本地度假——哪怕是一次迷你度假，比如和朋友在周日下午滑冰，尝试一家附近的新餐厅或去看一场音乐会)”可知，本段主要说明了有期待的事情会让人心情变好，G选项“People get a mood lift with something to look forward to. (人们因为有期待的事情而心情变好)”能概括本段主旨，符合语境。故选G。
40.由上文“Lack of sunshine disturbs the body’s biological clock, leading to a drop in serotonin (血清素) and vitamin D levels, and therefore, your mood and energy levels. If you have flexibility and the weather allows, try to schedule early-morning walks or lunchtime jogs outside to get more natural light. (缺乏阳光会扰乱身体的生物钟，导致血清素和维生素D水平下降，从而影响你的情绪和能量水平。如果你有灵活性并且天气允许，试着安排早上散步或午餐时间慢跑，以获得更多的自然光)”可知，上文说明了获得自然光的好处，本空应说明或总结自然光的好处。E选项“They’ll brighten your day and recharge your energy. (它们会让你的一天更明亮，让你充满活力)”能承接上文，符合语境。故选E。
41. 答案：B
解析：考查动词词义辨析。句意：她有一个与具有挑战性的学生建立联系的诀窍。A. joining加入；B. reaching到达，联系；C. accompanying陪伴；D. pardoning原谅。根据下文“Ms Green’s ______ — seeing the good first — brought out the best in him.”可知，Green老师通过发现学生的优点来激励并改变问题学生，所以她有一个与具有挑战性的学生建立联系的诀窍。故选B。
42. 答案：C
解析：考查形容词词义辨析。句意：它不是从判断开始，而是有意地寻找一个优点。A. secretive秘密的；B. casual随意的；C. intentional故意的，有意的；D. bitter痛苦的。根据上文“She had a trick for ______ challenging students”和下文“seeing the good first — brought out the best in him”可知，Green老师有一个与具有挑战性的学生建立联系的诀窍，所以她是有意地寻找学生的优点。故选C。
43. 答案：D
解析：考查名词词义辨析。句意：它不是从判断开始，而是有意地寻找一个优点。A. target目标；B. excuse借口；C. comfort安慰；D. strength优点，长处。根据下文“seeing the good first”可知，Green老师寻找是学生的优点。故选D。
44. 答案：A
解析：考查名词词义辨析。句意：他在学校里以行为不端而闻名：扰乱课堂、不做作业、和同学打架。A. behavior行为；B. prejudice偏见；C. hobbies爱好；D. remarks言论。根据下文“disturbing class, skipping homework and fighting with classmates”可知，这些都是Marc的不端行为。故选A。
45. 答案：B
解析：考查动词词义辨析。句意：经常被老师训斥，他变得冷漠和防御。A. attacked攻击；B. lectured训斥；C. tasked交给……任务；D. persuaded说服。根据上文“He had a reputation around the school for his ______: disturbing class, skipping homework and fighting with classmates.”可知，Marc行为不端，所以经常被老师训斥。故选B。
46. 答案：C
解析：考查动词词义辨析。句意：“Marc真正麻烦——他会毁了你的课堂秩序，”其他老师警告Green老师。A. offended冒犯；B. assisted协助；C. warned警告；D. trained训练。根据上文“Marc’s real trouble — He’ll ruin your class order”可知，其他老师认为Marc会毁了课堂秩序，所以这是在警告Green老师。故选C。
47. 答案：A
解析：考查动词词义辨析。句意：Marc第一次进教室时，她用“我听说过你”来迎接他。A. greeted迎接，问候；B. associated联系；C. satisfied使满意；D. rewarded奖励。根据上文“The first time Marc entered class”和下文“I’ve heard about you”可知，Marc第一次进教室，此处指Green老师迎接Marc。故选A。
48. 答案：B
解析：考查形容词词义辨析。句意：这时，这孩子正准备接受通常的训斥：“你最好不要在我的课上捣乱……”A. complex复杂的；B. usual通常的；C. fun有趣的；D. outdated过时的。根据下文“You’d better not cause trouble in my class...”可知，“你最好不要在我的课上捣乱……”这是老师通常会对问题学生说的话。故选B。
49. 答案：D
解析：考查名词词义辨析。句意：你是那个很棒的足球运动员吗？我能得到你的比赛日程吗？A. opponents对手；B. experiences经历；C. score分数；D. schedule日程。根据上文“You’re that great football player Can I get your game”、下文“Ms Green wanted to watch him play.”可知，Green老师想去看Marc踢球，所以问的是比赛日程。故选D。
50. 答案：C
解析：考查名词词义辨析。句意：起初，他不明白她的意思，然后他明白了：格林老师想去看他踢球。A. need需要；B. doubt怀疑；C. message信息，意思；D. joke玩笑。根据上文“Initially, he didn’t get her”、下文“and then it sank in: Ms Green wanted to watch him play.”可知，起初Marc不明白格林老师说的话的意思，后来才明白。故选C。
51. 答案：A
解析：考查名词词义辨析。句意：一股暖流涌上心头 —— 从来没有成年人给过他这样的荣幸，他兴奋地点了点头。A. honor荣誉；B. favor好事，帮助；C. injustice不公正；D. service服务。根据上文“You’re that great football player Can I get your game ______ ”和“Warmth flooded into his heart — no adult had done him such a(n)”可知，上文描述老师主动提出想看他比赛，对他而言是被重视、很荣幸的事，从来没有成年人给过他这样的荣幸。故选A。
52. 答案：B
解析：考查名词词义辨析。句意：她热情而真诚的姿态激发了他全身心地投入比赛。A. apology道歉；B. gesture姿态，手势；C. wish愿望；D. offer提议。根据上文“Ms Green kept her word. From the sidelines, she shouted Marc’s name and cheered him on. Her warm and sincere”可知，Green老师在旁边为Marc加油，这是一种姿态。故选B。
53. 答案：C
解析：考查动词词义辨析。句意：回到课堂上，Green老师表扬了Marc：“你在那里表现出了很好的团队合作精神。”A. thanked感谢；B. corrected纠正；C. praised表扬；D. questioned询问。根据下文“You showed great teamwork out there.”可知，这是Green老师表扬Marc的话。故选C。
54. 答案：D
解析：考查动词短语辨析。句意：Marc深受鼓舞，开始参与进来，努力不辜负她的信任。A. take advantage of利用；B. give way to让位于；C. put up with忍受；D. live up to不辜负。根据上文““Why not bring that focus here I’m convinced you’ll do well.” Greatly motivated, Marc began to participate, trying to”可知，Marc深受鼓舞，所以努力不辜负Green老师的信任。故选D。
55. 答案：A
解析：考查名词词义辨析。句意：Green老师的方法——先看到好的一面——激发了他最好的一面。A. approach方法；B. advice建议；C. evaluation评估；D. promise承诺。根据上文“She had a trick for ______ challenging students.”以及下文“seeing the good first — brought out the best in him”可知，Green老师有一个与具有挑战性的学生建立联系的诀窍，即先看到学生的优点，这是一种方法。故选A。
答案：56. partnered 57. as 58. which 59. collaboration 60. to explore
61. widely 62. harvested 63. What 64. has diversified 65. learning
解析：56.考查动词时态。句意：在2025年中秋节期间，精品咖啡品牌M Stand与30岁的道明竹编传承人张定娟合作。根据时间状语“In the Mid-Autumn Festival season of 2025”可知，句子描述的是过去发生的动作，应用一般过去时，动词使用过去式形式。故填partnered。
57.考查介词。句意：该工艺被认定为我们国家的非物质文化遗产，其根源可追溯到秦朝，来自四川省道明镇。结合语意可知，此处表示“被认定为我们国家的非物质文化遗产”，应用介词as，recognize as表示“认为……是……”。故填as。
58.考查定语从句。句意：该工艺被认定为我们国家的非物质文化遗产，其根源可追溯到秦朝，来自四川省道明镇。“the roots of ____ date back to the Qin Dynasty”为定语从句，修饰先行词the craft，指物，关系词在从句中作of的宾语，所以应用关系代词which。故填which。
59.考查名词。句意：“在与一个品牌的合作中，我们总是寻找他们的品牌特色与竹编之间的共同元素，”张解释说。根据空前的“our”和空后的“with a brand”可知，空处应用名词“collaboration”，表示“合作”，作“During”的宾语。故填collaboration。
60.考查非谓语动词。句意：在大学学习产品设计后，她选择进一步探索这门工艺。choose to do sth.为固定短语，意为“选择做某事”，所以空处应用动词不定式“to explore”。故填to explore。
61.考查副词。句意：道明编织中使用最广泛的材料之一是两三岁时收割的阴山慈竹。空处修饰动词“used”，应用副词“widely”，表示“广泛地”，作状语。故填widely。
62.考查非谓语动词。句意：道明编织中使用最广泛的材料之一是两三岁时收割的阴山慈竹。空处作非谓语动词，“harvest”与逻辑主语“Yinshan cizhu bamboo”之间是被动关系，所以应用过去分词“harvested”作后置定语。故填harvested。
63.考查主语从句。句意：让这个过程极其费力的是，它涉及几十个复杂的步骤——刮、劈、切片、变薄和拉伸纤维。空处引导主语从句，从句中缺少主语，表示“……的东西”，所以应用连接代词“what”引导该从句。句首单词首字母大写，故填What。
64.考查动词时态。句意：到目前为止，张和其他设计师一起，将这门工艺从传统篮子扩展到耳环、手机壳甚至汽车座椅靠背。根据时间状语“So far”可知，句子应用现在完成时，其结构为“have/has +过去分词”，主语“Zhang, together with other designers”的中心词是“Zhang”，为单数，所以助动词应用“has”，“diversify”的过去分词是“diversified”。故填has diversified。
65.考查非谓语动词。句意：“我在道明学习了十年。从制作小物件到承接复杂、定制的项目，这是一段漫长而艰难的旅程，”张说。spend time (in) doing sth.为固定短语，意为“花费时间做某事”，所以空处应用动名词“learning”。故填learning。
66. 答案：
Dear Peter,
I’m delighted to introduce Chinese culture to your schoolmates. I choose the Spring Festival, which boasts profound cultural significance.
In the video, I’ll talk about its origin. Then I’ll explore essential and interesting customs like family reunion dinners and pasting spring couplets. Additionally, I’ll briefly interpret the cultural meaning they carry. I will insert clips from the video of my family celebrating the Spring Festival so that your schoolmates can directly feel the warm atmosphere of the Spring Festival in a Chinese family.
What do you think of the video content I’ve planned If you have any question, email me.
Yours,
Li Hua
67.答案：
But the front wheel got stuck in a narrow gap on the ground. Losing his balance, Leo was thrown off, blood running down his leg. He cried out in pain. Jake froze, memories of the basketball game flashing through his mind. But the next second he threw his skateboard aside and rushed over. “Are you all right Did you hurt your leg ” Jake asked anxiously. “Bend it and see if it can move.” Leo obeyed. “It... it can move,” Leo mumbled, relieved and embarrassed. “Stay where you are,” Jake said firmly. Pulling out his first-aid kit, Jake dropped to his knees and began to clean and bandage Leo’s wound with care.
After giving Leo first aid, Jake picked him up. They walked slowly to the nearby steps and sat down. “Thank you, bro,” Leo looked into Jake’s eyes, saying sincerely. Jake scratched his head awkwardly, muttering, “Don’t mention it. And... that day I was just mad that we lost. Sorry for pushing you and yelling.” Leo also apologized for having said something unkind. “Let’s forget it,” they both said and laughed heartily. Soon they got chatting about skateboarding tricks and basketball moves, the tension between them completely melting away. The summer breeze blowing gently, the two former rivals suddenly found themselves becoming close friends, linked by their shared love for sports.
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Text 1
M: What would you like to do in your lifetime
W: I want to travel to Mars. I think that would be the most amazing thing I ever do in life. What about you
M: I want to write a book about films.
Text 2
W: Can you pick up Amy after school today She gets out at 12:30 p.m. I have a doctor’s appointment at 1:00 p.m.
M: I can pick her up at 1:30 p.m. I’ll call the school and ask if she can go to the daycare after school for an hour.
Text 3
W: Thanks for making us dinner, Edward. I know it was my turn.
M: No problem. I know that you have been studying hard for your exams, and I thought you might be hungry.
Text 4
M: What did you get in your math exam
W: I got an A! That means I can go to my first-choice university! What about you
M: I only managed a B. I can’t go to my first-choice university with these grades.
Text 5
M: Hi, Melissa. Did you only just get back from France We were expecting you yesterday.
W: Hi, Ted. Our flight was delayed by over 12 hours because of the weather. I phoned Jack and explained.
Text 6
M: Is it you that placed the order
W: Yes, thank you for coming so quickly.
M: And we’re going to the airport
W: That’s correct.
M: The app makes everything a lot simpler. I’ve already mapped out the quickest way for your journey.
W: Well, that is very helpful.
M: Thanks. I also have some bottles of water if you need them.
W: Yes, please. I’m so thirsty. Thank you.
Text 7
W: I’m sorry, Mr. Marshall. I couldn’t get the books you asked for.
M: Why not I’m sure they’re over there.
W: But I think the bookcase is locked or stuck.
M: OK, sit back down and I’ll go and try to open it myself.
W: I’m almost sure it’s locked. The door just wouldn’t move at all.
M: If it is, I’ll have to get the key from the headmaster. Oh, but he’s not in today, is he
W: No, I think he’s gone on holiday. He might have taken the key with him.
M: No, he wouldn’t do that — but he might have left it with Rachel.
W: She was in school today. I saw her this morning.
Text 8
W: Thank you for inviting me to view this special exhibition. It was my pleasure to come to this gallery.
M: That’s all right. The artworks were painted by a local artist. He spent decades painting the beauty of this unique town, along with scenes from his life.
W: May I ask a question I heard that the artist died in 1922 without ever selling a single painting. Is that true
M: Yes, indeed. The artist preferred to be alone. He lived by himself, working in secret, and painted almost all his life. His friends and family only discovered his talent after he died at the age of 92. When they cleared his house, they found more than 300 paintings. And no one had ever seen these paintings.
W: How surprised and delighted he would be to know that his artworks are now being shown like this!
M: Yes. One thing I particularly love is that these paintings tell me what his life was like from when he was young until his death.
Text 9
W: Hey Liam. Why do you look so down What happened
M: It was my driving test today. Did you forget
W: Oh no. You failed
M: Yep, I failed. That is my fourth fail now.
W: What went wrong
M: I think it’s because I was nervous. I passed all my practice exams with my instructor with high scores. But then with a stranger, I failed.
W: I have an idea.
M: What is it
W: Ask your instructor to go with you to the exam. You are allowed to have them in the back of the car.
M: Really
W: Yes. My cousin did that to help her pass. It took her seven times!
M: I shall talk to my instructor about it.
W: How many lessons have you had
M: Feels like a million. But probably around 50. All my salary from working at McDonald’s disappears because of driving tests.
W: It will be worth it in the end. It took me forever to pass my English and math exams. You must keep going. It’s the same when you are applying for jobs. You might be turned down 10 times, but on the 11th try, the job is yours.
M: I suppose so.
Text 10
Hello, and welcome to Sounds of the Airwaves. First released in 1970, the last song we played was Let It Be by the Beatles. Written by English musician Paul McCartney, the song was inspired by a dream he had of his mother, who sadly died when he was just fourteen. In the dream, she tried to make Paul feel better by saying everything would be okay, and just “let it be”. He woke up, wrote the song, and it went to number one in countries all over the world!
Sit back, relax and listen with me to some of the best songs the world has ever produced. Over the next hour, we’ve got 1987’s Bad by Michael Jackson, Universe by the boy band Exo, and many more.
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