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焦作市普通高中2024—2025学年(下)高二年级期中考试英语
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2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。每段对话仅读一遍。
例: How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C.
1. When does the conversation probably take place
A. At 7:05. B. At 7:15. C. At 7:25.
2. What are the speakers talking about
A. A book. B. An advertisement. C. A report.
3. What’s probably wrong with the woman speaker
A. She can’t find her mother. B. She is followed by someone.
C. She can’t catch up with the man.
4. Where are the speakers probably
A. In a parking lot. B. In a car. C. In an office.
5. What will the man do on Saturday
A. Pick up his aunt. B. Take a trip. C. Have a class.
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，各小题给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What do we know about the man
A. He went to the beach not long ago.
B. He is hesitant about going to the beach.
C. He has been planning a beach tour for some time.
7. What’s the weather like in California in this season
A. It has got colder. B. It always stays warm. C. It changes very often.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What does the medium English breakfast include
A. Two pieces of bread a salad, and two eggs.
B. Two pieces of bread, a salad, and one egg.
C. Three pieces of bread, a salad, and one egg.
9. How much extra does it cost to add juice to the meal
A. 1. B. 2. C. 6.
10. What does the man decide to order
A. The large breakfast with tea.
B. The medium breakfast with coffee.
C. The medium breakfast with juice.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What does Emily do probably
A. A restaurant chef. B. A delivery woman. C. A service representative.
12 What annoyed the man
A. The delivery was late. B. The food was undercooked.
C. The chef mixed up his order.
13. What will the man be offered
A. His money will be returned.
B. His food will be delivered for free.
C. His next order will be discounted.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. What may the man do to make a change
A. Work as a hairdresser. B. Make a TV program. C. Give up junk food.
15. What does the woman speaker think of the man’s decisions
A. Impractical. B. Timely. C. Useful.
16. Why does Claudia hope to change jobs
A. To quit bad habits. B. To travel more. C. To leave Brazil.
17. What did the man want to be last week
A. A famous writer. B. A great singer. C. A movie star.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. How did John find his life in grade school
A. It was exciting. B. It was challenging. C. It was relaxing.
19. Why did John leave the University of Montana
A. He failed academically. B. He landed a dream job. C. He joined the army.
20. What was John’s first role at Princeton University’s Natural History Museum
A. Technician. B. Research assistant. C. Project manager.
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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
“Studies in Creativity” Student Juried Exhibit Memorial Union (MU) is open to Iowa State University students of any major, and each person may submit up to three artworks for consideration. Art can be any media. All artworks must be original and not previously displayed in a past MU exhibit. Entries must be submitted by Thursday, June 27, 2025, at 10:00 am. No late entries will be considered.
For Accepted Works
Artworks must be delivered to the MU in ready-to-install condition, which means that participants need to make considerations for things like framing (装框), hanging mechanisms, stability for sculpture, and general presentation.
Any pieces that are not accurately described in the entry images may be rejected by the Gallery Coordinator at the time of the exhibit installation. If your artwork doesn’t fit in the above categories or if you are unsure, we can talk about options for presentation in advance of the art delivery time.
Awards
The judge will determine the awards for Best of Show ($100), three Merit Awards ($75), and two Honorable Mentions ($50). The MU will also choose a Purchase Award winner. This piece will be purchased by the MU and added to our Permanent Art Collection. Only pieces listed for sale can be considered for the Purchase Award.
Exhibit & Reception
The exhibit will be held in the Memorial Union Art Gallery from July 1 to August 20, 2025. Hours are Monday through Friday from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm and Sunday from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. A public reception will be held in July, and the award winners will be announced.
1. What’s one requirement of artworks to be submitted
A. They should be prepared properly. B. They should be submitted in a group.
C. They should be framed beautifully. D. They should be in a given media type.
2. Why is the Purchase Award set
A. To honor promising artists. B. To attract more participants.
C. To enlarge MU’s art collection. D. To promote sales at the exhibit.
3. What’s the text probably
A. A review about a student juried exhibit. B. A notice about an art exhibit.
C. A report about art sales at the MU. D. A document introducing an art collection.
B
Now that our daughter and son are grown and living elsewhere, my wife and I are often asked what it’s like to be empty nesters. Even though our children have moved away, the nest doesn’t feel empty to me. When they left, a good bit of their stuff stayed behind.
Our daughter has been married a year now, but her old bedroom remains untouched, a memorial to teenage life in an earlier decade. Yearbooks line the shelf, items always ignored because young people can’t imagine needing a reminder to recall high school. There are dolls stored under the bed and some formal dresses, I think, in the closet (衣柜).
Our son’s room offers a companion museum of early 21st-century boyhood, Board games, camping equipment, sci-fi novels and old trainers are among the belongings. A cello (大提琴) from junior high stands enclosed in its huge case. Looking at that massive reminder of our son now in graduate school, I remember a friend’s saying about parenthood: Children lose interest in a musical instrument at about the time you finish paying for it.
My wife and I occasionally talk about redecorating the kids’ rooms into guest quarters, replacing the youthful treasures with a more modern look. But for now, when our kids return for visits, they sleep in their familiar rooms, reminded of who they once were, and the adults they’ve since become. Homecoming for them is the same as it is for many of us: a chance to stay within the walls of personal history.
Every now and then, while putting the house to bed for the night, I wander into our children’s old rooms and sense a past as vivid as the dusty shoe in a silent corner, a lined notebook unopened for years.
In doing so, I grasp a basic truth. Children never really leave you. They fill your house as they fill your heart — completely, and with the power time can’t fade.
4. Why do the youth often ignore the yearbooks on the shelf
A. They believe they won’t forget high school.
B. They feel they’re just another book on the shelf.
C. They think the yearbooks are meant for their parents.
D. They assume the yearbooks are outdated and irrelevant.
5. What does the cello symbolize in the text
A. The son’s school memories. B. The son’s ongoing passion for music.
C. A reminder of the son’s achievements. D. The parents’ demands for the son’s companion.
6. Why do the couple keep their children’s rooms unchanged
A. They are in no mood to make changes. B. They think their rooms are still in fashion.
C. They want to protect their children’s privacy. D. They are eager to make their children feel connected.
7. What’s the author’s purpose in writing the text
A. To stress the significance of children’s old rooms.
B. To suggest parents spend more time with their children.
C. To show children hold a special place in parents’ hearts.
D. To display the author’s loneliness of being an empty nester.
C
Researchers at Oxford University have created a new solar power-collecting material that can be applied to everyday objects such as backpacks, cars, and mobile phones, potentially changing the way we use solar energy completely. This innovative approach could allow for the generation of solar electricity without relying on conventional silicon (硅) -based solar panels.
The team at Oxford University has introduced a thin, flexible material that absorbs light and can be coated onto nearly any surface. This material uses a multi-junction approach, piling up multiple light-absorbing layers within a single solar cell. This technique captures a broader light range, thus increasing the energy produced from the sunlight received.
Notably, this thin-film perovskite (钙钛矿) material has achieved an impressive energy efficiency rate of over 27%, as certified by US National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology. This marks a significant milestone, matching the efficiency of traditional silicon photovoltaics (光伏发电) for the first time. Dr. Shuaifeng Hu, a post doctor at Oxford University Physics, noted an increase in power conversion efficiency from about 6% to over 27% within just five years.
The material’s ultra-thin nature—being just over one micron thick, nearly 150 times thinner than a standard silicon-based solar panel——adds to its multi-functionality. It can be applied not only to conventional surfaces like the roofs of buildings but also to more innovative locations such as vehicle roofs and the backs of mobile phones. This adaptability could significantly expand the use of solar energy in daily applications and reduce the reliance on large-scale solar farms and traditional panel installations.
Oxford PV, a company originating from the university’s physics department and founded by Professor Snaith in 2010, has commenced mass production of these innovative photovoltaics in Germany. This equipment is recognized as the world’s first major production line for “perovskite-on-silicon” solar cells, symbolizing a significant step forward in the commercial application of this technology.
8. What do the researchers at Oxford University focus on
A. A new type of battery for electric cars.
B. A new material to produce everyday items.
C. The development of solar power technology.
D. The benefit of silicon-based solar panels.
9. How does the new material differ from silicon-based solar panels
A It is designed for flexible objects. B. It requires direct sunlight to function.
C. It relies on a single light-absorbing layer. D. It is suitable for a wider range of surfaces.
10. What did Dr. Shuaifeng Hu stress about the new material
A. Its rapid progress.
B. The efficiency of silicon photovoltaics.
C. Its further development and application.
D. The intense competition from other materials.
11. What does the underlined word “commenced” in the last paragraph mean
A. Identified. B. Begun. C. Assessed. D. Required.
D
Could birds hold the key to making airplanes safer and more efficient At Princeton University, scientists believe the answer is yes. Inspired by birds, aerospace engineer Aimy Wissa and her team developed special flaps (襟翼) that move freely along aircraft wings. Much like tiny feathers, these flaps help planes to reduce fuel consumption, and prevent dangerous stalls (失速)。
It was from watching gannets, a type of seabird, that this idea first emerged. When flying through strong winds, these birds’ small feathers pop up, adjusting airflow and maintaining stability. What if airplanes could do the same Wissa and her team sought to answer this question by attaching flexible plastic flaps to a remote-controlled aircraft. The results Remarkable. Not only did the flaps reduce drag by 31% and increase lift by 45%, but they also made stalls occur more gradually, improving flight safety.
Unlike traditional wing flaps, which require mechanical systems to function, these new flaps respond naturally to air currents. As airflow changes, they adjust automatically — just like a bird’s feathers. With extreme weather becoming more frequent due to climate change, such a design could make airplanes more adaptable.
Nature has long driven engineering innovation. From da Vinci’s bird-like flying machines to Lilienthal’s studies of bird flight, early pioneers in flight technology drew inspiration from nature. Yet, as technology advances, engineers are distancing themselves from nature-inspired designs, thinking they have moved beyond them. But have they Wissa’s research proves nature still holds valuable lessons, with biological solutions reshaping modern air travel.
Will these flaps appear on commercial airplanes soon Some experts say it remains uncertain. Just as it took decades for shark-skin-inspired aircraft surfaces to reach the market, this innovation will also face challenges before large-scale adoption. However, smaller aircraft — such as urban air taxis, and short-distance planes — may adopt this technology much sooner. For millions of years, birds have mastered the skies. If engineers continue to learn from nature, then the future of flight may be reshaped in ways once thought impossible.
12. What pushed Aimy Wissa to carry out the research
A. Her interest in aircraft. B. Her observation of a bird.
C. The frequency of dangerous stalls. D. The concern over fuel consumption.
13. What is the significance of Wissa’s research
A. It has revealed da Vinci’s idea. B. It has innovated operating systems.
C. It has proved the potential of nature. D. It has offered a solution to air currents.
14. What’s the author’s attitude to the prospect of the technology
A. Uncaring. B. Worried. C. Unclear. D. Optimistic.
15. Which is the most suitable title for the text
A. Inspired by Lilienthal: A New Era of Flight B. Learning from Birds: A Flight Revolution
C. Could Nature Advance Technology D. Could Flaps Enhance Flight Safety
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Forgetting is part of our daily lives. You may walk into a room, only to forget why you went in there, or perhaps someone says hi on the street and you can’t remember their name. ___16___ Is it simply a sign of memory impairment (障碍), or are there benefits
One of the earliest findings in this area highlighted that forgetting can occur simply because the average person’s memories fade away. It comes from 19th century German psychologist Hermann Ebbinghaus. ___17___ But the rate of forgetting slows down as time passes. More recently, this has been confirmed by scientists.
Forgetting can also serve functional purposes, however. ___18___ If we were to remember every detail, it would become increasingly difficult to keep the important information. One of the ways that we avoid this is by not paying enough attention in the first place. Nobel Prize winner Eric Kandel, and a host of subsequent research, suggest that memories are formed when the connections (synapses) between the cells in the brain (the neurons) are strengthened. Paying attention to something can strengthen those connections and maintain that memory. ___19___
So although people show increased signs of being distracted (注意力分散的)as they age, and memory-related diseases are associated with attention impairments, we all need to be able to forget all the unimportant details in order to create memories. ___20___ Moreover, from an evolutionary (进化的) standpoint, forgetting old memories in response to new information is undoubtedly beneficial.
A. But why do we forget things
B. Our brains are bombed with information constantly.
C. Sometimes, forgetting may not be due to memory loss.
D. In sum, we may forget information for a host of reasons.
E. This same mechanism(机制)enables us to forget all the irrelevant details.
F. Clearly, an inability to update our memories would have significant negative consequences.
G. His “forgetting curve” shows how most people forget the details of new information quite rapidly.
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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
In a remote Arctic community, a terrifying incident unfolded one early December morning.
Lisa and her husband Tom were regular dog owners and that day they noticed their dog was ____21____. Concerned for the safety of the dog, they decided to ____22____ the cold and go out in search of it. Little did they know that this simple act would lead to an unexpected ____23____.
As they were exploring the landscape, a polar bear ____24____ from the shadows. In an instant, the bear rushed to Lisa. Caught off-guard, she lost her ____25____ , falling to the ground.
Without hesitation, Tom, a man of courage and determination, reacted ____26____ , knowing that he had to act quickly to ____27____ his wife. With a fierce cry, he threw himself onto the back of the bear. His ____28____ was clear — divert (转移) the bear’s attention.
The bear then clawed at Tom’s body, causing him some injuries. Despite the ____29____ , Tom fought back with all his strength, ____30____ to let the bear have its own way. As the intense struggle between the man and the bear ____31____ , a neighbor came to help. In the meantime, the NishnawbeAski Police Service, having received an emergency call, ____32____ their emergency responders immediately. Finally, the situation was under control.
After the incident, local authorities combed through the snow-covered areas, determined to keep the residents ____33____ . They also said polar bear attacks, though ____34____ , were not unheard of in these Arctic communities and ____35____ residents to pay more attention.
21. A. missing B. annoying C. sick D. active
22. A. predict B. prevent C. escape D. brave
23. A. chance B. encounter C. experiment D. lesson
24. A. came alive B. rolled over C. calmed down D. showed up
25. A. balance B. patience C. mind D. way
26. A. secretly B. skillfully C. heroically D. randomly
27. A. wake B. defend C. locate D. accompany
28. A. standard B. suggestion C. conclusion D. intention
29. A. responsibility B. hunger C. pain D. disbelief
30. A. pretending B. refusing C. happening D. expecting
31. A. continued B. stopped C. started D. delayed
32. A. checked B. judged C. arranged D. controlled
33. A. occupied B. safe C. warm D. independent
34. A. rare B. disturbing C. serious D. familiar
35. A. challenged B. permitted C. promised D. reminded
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，并将答案填写在答题卡上。
The challenging task of afforestation(造林)at the edge of the Mu Us Desert in northern China has taken on a futuristic feel this spring, ___36___ drones (无人机) flying through the air and transporting seedlings across vast areas, while intelligent planting machines plant young trees with ___37___ (accurate).
“It only takes these robots five seconds ___38___ (place) a seedling into a hole in the desert, ”said Gao Fei, as he ___39___ (remote) operated two planting machines.
Gao, ___40___ works at Jintaiming Technology Group based in northern China’s Inner Mongolia autonomous region, explained that these are the ___41___ (company) second-generation intelligent tree-planting machines. “Four such machines, still in the trial phase, ___42___ (introduce) into operation at the beginning of this year. The production line for the machines has yet to be fully launched,” Gao said.
Inner Mongolia has identified about 15 million hectares of desertified land spread across seven cities. Afforestation in Inner Mongolia serves as a key battleground for the ambitious Three-North Shelterbelt Forest Program, ___43___ (launch) in 1978 to deal with desertification.
The target for the afforestation program in Otog Banner is to plant trees across 3,333 hectares of sandy land and 60 percent of the work will be supported by ___44___ variety of types of machinery.
So far, China’s efforts in building windbreaks in deserts have earned global recognition. By using grass grids to stabilize the sand, vast numbers of people from all walks of life take an active part in planting trees, ___45___ (expand) the “green Great Wall”.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华，最近在你校英文报组织的短篇小说创作大赛中获奖。请给你的英国笔友Peter写封邮件，分享此次经历。内容包括：
1.作品简介；
2.你的收获。
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,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
For every teenager, a terrible change to their form of life, like moving schools can be a disaster.
I’ve seen plenty of movies where the main character changes high schools and finds instant popularity and overall success. Still, the thought of moving and starting over at a new school sent chills down my spine (脊柱). And to my surprise, that’s exactly what happened. My mom had been laid off for over a year and finally found a job in a town about 200 km away from our home. So we had to move house. It all happened so fast.
For me, it became a challenge — a new school, friends, teachers, and a new environment. It wasn’t just my high school that I’d be leaving. I was also enrolled(注册)in a program at a local tech center. Going there was my favorite part of the day. I loved the courses and my teacher made everything interesting and fun. It was leaving this program that felt the hardest, even harder than leaving behind friends I’d known since first grade.
Stepping into the school felt like going to a whole new universe. To make matters worse, the school had a different credit system, which made me question whether or not I would be able to graduate on time. When I moved into the new house, the smell was unrecognizable, and the environment was somber (忧郁的). I felt everyone staring at me with a strange look.
Days passed, but I was still sad. It was difficult to see the opportunities the new school offered. It was even harder when you were the only one in your grade because the school was so small. The principal, Mrs. Taylor, kept me in the 5th grade, but had me do schoolwork for the 6th grade. Luckily, there was the opportunity to go to a different tech center that offered the similar program I enjoyed.
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。
Immediately, I considered the tech center as a hope.
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As weeks went by, I found myself adapting to my new environment.
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焦作市普通高中2024—2025学年(下)高二年级期中考试英语
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2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。每段对话仅读一遍。
例: How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C.
1. When does the conversation probably take place
A. At 7:05. B. At 7:15. C. At 7:25.
2. What are the speakers talking about
A. A book. B. An advertisement. C. A report.
3. What’s probably wrong with the woman speaker
A. She can’t find her mother. B. She is followed by someone.
C. She can’t catch up with the man.
4. Where are the speakers probably
A. In a parking lot. B. In a car. C. In an office.
5. What will the man do on Saturday
A. Pick up his aunt. B. Take a trip. C. Have a class.
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，各小题给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What do we know about the man
A. He went to the beach not long ago.
B. He is hesitant about going to the beach.
C. He has been planning a beach tour for some time.
7. What’s the weather like in California in this season
A. It has got colder. B. It always stays warm. C. It changes very often.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What does the medium English breakfast include
A. Two pieces of bread a salad, and two eggs.
B. Two pieces of bread, a salad, and one egg.
C. Three pieces of bread, a salad, and one egg.
9. How much extra does it cost to add juice to the meal
A. 1. B. 2. C. 6.
10. What does the man decide to order
A. The large breakfast with tea.
B. The medium breakfast with coffee.
C. The medium breakfast with juice.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What does Emily do probably
A. A restaurant chef. B. A delivery woman. C. A service representative.
12 What annoyed the man
A. The delivery was late. B. The food was undercooked.
C. The chef mixed up his order.
13. What will the man be offered
A. His money will be returned.
B. His food will be delivered for free.
C. His next order will be discounted.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. What may the man do to make a change
A. Work as a hairdresser. B. Make a TV program. C. Give up junk food.
15. What does the woman speaker think of the man’s decisions
A. Impractical. B. Timely. C. Useful.
16. Why does Claudia hope to change jobs
A. To quit bad habits. B. To travel more. C. To leave Brazil.
17. What did the man want to be last week
A. A famous writer. B. A great singer. C. A movie star.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. How did John find his life in grade school
A. It was exciting. B. It was challenging. C. It was relaxing.
19. Why did John leave the University of Montana
A. He failed academically. B. He landed a dream job. C. He joined the army.
20. What was John’s first role at Princeton University’s Natural History Museum
A. Technician. B. Research assistant. C. Project manager.
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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
“Studies in Creativity” Student Juried Exhibit Memorial Union (MU) is open to Iowa State University students of any major, and each person may submit up to three artworks for consideration. Art can be any media. All artworks must be original and not previously displayed in a past MU exhibit. Entries must be submitted by Thursday, June 27, 2025, at 10:00 am. No late entries will be considered.
For Accepted Works
Artworks must be delivered to the MU in ready-to-install condition, which means that participants need to make considerations for things like framing (装框), hanging mechanisms, stability for sculpture, and general presentation.
Any pieces that are not accurately described in the entry images may be rejected by the Gallery Coordinator at the time of the exhibit installation. If your artwork doesn’t fit in the above categories or if you are unsure, we can talk about options for presentation in advance of the art delivery time.
Awards
The judge will determine the awards for Best of Show ($100), three Merit Awards ($75), and two Honorable Mentions ($50). The MU will also choose a Purchase Award winner. This piece will be purchased by the MU and added to our Permanent Art Collection. Only pieces listed for sale can be considered for the Purchase Award.
Exhibit & Reception
The exhibit will be held in the Memorial Union Art Gallery from July 1 to August 20, 2025. Hours are Monday through Friday from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm and Sunday from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. A public reception will be held in July, and the award winners will be announced.
1. What’s one requirement of artworks to be submitted
A. They should be prepared properly. B. They should be submitted in a group.
C. They should be framed beautifully. D. They should be in a given media type.
2. Why is the Purchase Award set
A. To honor promising artists. B. To attract more participants.
C. To enlarge MU’s art collection. D. To promote sales at the exhibit.
3. What’s the text probably
A. A review about a student juried exhibit. B. A notice about an art exhibit.
C. A report about art sales at the MU. D. A document introducing an art collection.
【答案】1. A 2. C 3. B
B
Now that our daughter and son are grown and living elsewhere, my wife and I are often asked what it’s like to be empty nesters. Even though our children have moved away, the nest doesn’t feel empty to me. When they left, a good bit of their stuff stayed behind.
Our daughter has been married a year now, but her old bedroom remains untouched, a memorial to teenage life in an earlier decade. Yearbooks line the shelf, items always ignored because young people can’t imagine needing a reminder to recall high school. There are dolls stored under the bed and some formal dresses, I think, in the closet (衣柜).
Our son’s room offers a companion museum of early 21st-century boyhood, Board games, camping equipment, sci-fi novels and old trainers are among the belongings. A cello (大提琴) from junior high stands enclosed in its huge case. Looking at that massive reminder of our son now in graduate school, I remember a friend’s saying about parenthood: Children lose interest in a musical instrument at about the time you finish paying for it.
My wife and I occasionally talk about redecorating the kids’ rooms into guest quarters, replacing the youthful treasures with a more modern look. But for now, when our kids return for visits, they sleep in their familiar rooms, reminded of who they once were, and the adults they’ve since become. Homecoming for them is the same as it is for many of us: a chance to stay within the walls of personal history.
Every now and then, while putting the house to bed for the night, I wander into our children’s old rooms and sense a past as vivid as the dusty shoe in a silent corner, a lined notebook unopened for years.
In doing so, I grasp a basic truth. Children never really leave you. They fill your house as they fill your heart — completely, and with the power time can’t fade.
4. Why do the youth often ignore the yearbooks on the shelf
A. They believe they won’t forget high school.
B. They feel they’re just another book on the shelf.
C. They think the yearbooks are meant for their parents.
D. They assume the yearbooks are outdated and irrelevant.
5. What does the cello symbolize in the text
A. The son’s school memories. B. The son’s ongoing passion for music.
C. A reminder of the son’s achievements. D. The parents’ demands for the son’s companion.
6. Why do the couple keep their children’s rooms unchanged
A. They are in no mood to make changes. B. They think their rooms are still in fashion.
C. They want to protect their children’s privacy. D. They are eager to make their children feel connected.
7. What’s the author’s purpose in writing the text
A. To stress the significance of children’s old rooms.
B. To suggest parents spend more time with their children.
C. To show children hold a special place in parents’ hearts.
D. To display the author’s loneliness of being an empty nester.
【答案】4 A 5. A 6. D 7. C
C
Researchers at Oxford University have created a new solar power-collecting material that can be applied to everyday objects such as backpacks, cars, and mobile phones, potentially changing the way we use solar energy completely. This innovative approach could allow for the generation of solar electricity without relying on conventional silicon (硅) -based solar panels.
The team at Oxford University has introduced a thin, flexible material that absorbs light and can be coated onto nearly any surface. This material uses a multi-junction approach, piling up multiple light-absorbing layers within a single solar cell. This technique captures a broader light range, thus increasing the energy produced from the sunlight received.
Notably, this thin-film perovskite (钙钛矿) material has achieved an impressive energy efficiency rate of over 27%, as certified by US National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology. This marks a significant milestone, matching the efficiency of traditional silicon photovoltaics (光伏发电) for the first time. Dr. Shuaifeng Hu, a post doctor at Oxford University Physics, noted an increase in power conversion efficiency from about 6% to over 27% within just five years.
The material’s ultra-thin nature—being just over one micron thick, nearly 150 times thinner than a standard silicon-based solar panel——adds to its multi-functionality. It can be applied not only to conventional surfaces like the roofs of buildings but also to more innovative locations such as vehicle roofs and the backs of mobile phones. This adaptability could significantly expand the use of solar energy in daily applications and reduce the reliance on large-scale solar farms and traditional panel installations.
Oxford PV, a company originating from the university’s physics department and founded by Professor Snaith in 2010, has commenced mass production of these innovative photovoltaics in Germany. This equipment is recognized as the world’s first major production line for “perovskite-on-silicon” solar cells, symbolizing a significant step forward in the commercial application of this technology.
8. What do the researchers at Oxford University focus on
A. A new type of battery for electric cars.
B. A new material to produce everyday items.
C. The development of solar power technology.
D. The benefit of silicon-based solar panels.
9. How does the new material differ from silicon-based solar panels
A It is designed for flexible objects. B. It requires direct sunlight to function.
C. It relies on a single light-absorbing layer. D. It is suitable for a wider range of surfaces.
10. What did Dr. Shuaifeng Hu stress about the new material
A. Its rapid progress.
B. The efficiency of silicon photovoltaics.
C. Its further development and application.
D. The intense competition from other materials.
11. What does the underlined word “commenced” in the last paragraph mean
A. Identified. B. Begun. C. Assessed. D. Required.
【答案】8. C 9. D 10. A 11. B
D
Could birds hold the key to making airplanes safer and more efficient At Princeton University, scientists believe the answer is yes. Inspired by birds, aerospace engineer Aimy Wissa and her team developed special flaps (襟翼) that move freely along aircraft wings. Much like tiny feathers, these flaps help planes to reduce fuel consumption, and prevent dangerous stalls (失速)。
It was from watching gannets, a type of seabird, that this idea first emerged. When flying through strong winds, these birds’ small feathers pop up, adjusting airflow and maintaining stability. What if airplanes could do the same Wissa and her team sought to answer this question by attaching flexible plastic flaps to a remote-controlled aircraft. The results Remarkable. Not only did the flaps reduce drag by 31% and increase lift by 45%, but they also made stalls occur more gradually, improving flight safety.
Unlike traditional wing flaps, which require mechanical systems to function, these new flaps respond naturally to air currents. As airflow changes, they adjust automatically — just like a bird’s feathers. With extreme weather becoming more frequent due to climate change, such a design could make airplanes more adaptable.
Nature has long driven engineering innovation. From da Vinci’s bird-like flying machines to Lilienthal’s studies of bird flight, early pioneers in flight technology drew inspiration from nature. Yet, as technology advances, engineers are distancing themselves from nature-inspired designs, thinking they have moved beyond them. But have they Wissa’s research proves nature still holds valuable lessons, with biological solutions reshaping modern air travel.
Will these flaps appear on commercial airplanes soon Some experts say it remains uncertain. Just as it took decades for shark-skin-inspired aircraft surfaces to reach the market, this innovation will also face challenges before large-scale adoption. However, smaller aircraft — such as urban air taxis, and short-distance planes — may adopt this technology much sooner. For millions of years, birds have mastered the skies. If engineers continue to learn from nature, then the future of flight may be reshaped in ways once thought impossible.
12. What pushed Aimy Wissa to carry out the research
A. Her interest in aircraft. B. Her observation of a bird.
C. The frequency of dangerous stalls. D. The concern over fuel consumption.
13. What is the significance of Wissa’s research
A. It has revealed da Vinci’s idea. B. It has innovated operating systems.
C. It has proved the potential of nature. D. It has offered a solution to air currents.
14. What’s the author’s attitude to the prospect of the technology
A. Uncaring. B. Worried. C. Unclear. D. Optimistic.
15. Which is the most suitable title for the text
A. Inspired by Lilienthal: A New Era of Flight B. Learning from Birds: A Flight Revolution
C. Could Nature Advance Technology D. Could Flaps Enhance Flight Safety
【答案】12. B 13. C 14. D 15. B
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Forgetting is part of our daily lives. You may walk into a room, only to forget why you went in there, or perhaps someone says hi on the street and you can’t remember their name. ___16___ Is it simply a sign of memory impairment (障碍), or are there benefits
One of the earliest findings in this area highlighted that forgetting can occur simply because the average person’s memories fade away. It comes from 19th century German psychologist Hermann Ebbinghaus. ___17___ But the rate of forgetting slows down as time passes. More recently, this has been confirmed by scientists.
Forgetting can also serve functional purposes, however. ___18___ If we were to remember every detail, it would become increasingly difficult to keep the important information. One of the ways that we avoid this is by not paying enough attention in the first place. Nobel Prize winner Eric Kandel, and a host of subsequent research, suggest that memories are formed when the connections (synapses) between the cells in the brain (the neurons) are strengthened. Paying attention to something can strengthen those connections and maintain that memory. ___19___
So although people show increased signs of being distracted (注意力分散的)as they age, and memory-related diseases are associated with attention impairments, we all need to be able to forget all the unimportant details in order to create memories. ___20___ Moreover, from an evolutionary (进化的) standpoint, forgetting old memories in response to new information is undoubtedly beneficial.
A. But why do we forget things
B. Our brains are bombed with information constantly.
C. Sometimes, forgetting may not be due to memory loss.
D. In sum, we may forget information for a host of reasons.
E. This same mechanism(机制)enables us to forget all the irrelevant details.
F. Clearly, an inability to update our memories would have significant negative consequences.
G. His “forgetting curve” shows how most people forget the details of new information quite rapidly.
【答案】16. A 17. G 18. B 19. E 20. F
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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
In a remote Arctic community, a terrifying incident unfolded one early December morning.
Lisa and her husband Tom were regular dog owners and that day they noticed their dog was ____21____. Concerned for the safety of the dog, they decided to ____22____ the cold and go out in search of it. Little did they know that this simple act would lead to an unexpected ____23____.
As they were exploring the landscape, a polar bear ____24____ from the shadows. In an instant, the bear rushed to Lisa. Caught off-guard, she lost her ____25____ , falling to the ground.
Without hesitation, Tom, a man of courage and determination, reacted ____26____ , knowing that he had to act quickly to ____27____ his wife. With a fierce cry, he threw himself onto the back of the bear. His ____28____ was clear — divert (转移) the bear’s attention.
The bear then clawed at Tom’s body, causing him some injuries. Despite the ____29____ , Tom fought back with all his strength, ____30____ to let the bear have its own way. As the intense struggle between the man and the bear ____31____ , a neighbor came to help. In the meantime, the NishnawbeAski Police Service, having received an emergency call, ____32____ their emergency responders immediately. Finally, the situation was under control.
After the incident, local authorities combed through the snow-covered areas, determined to keep the residents ____33____ . They also said polar bear attacks, though ____34____ , were not unheard of in these Arctic communities and ____35____ residents to pay more attention.
21. A. missing B. annoying C. sick D. active
22. A. predict B. prevent C. escape D. brave
23. A. chance B. encounter C. experiment D. lesson
24. A. came alive B. rolled over C. calmed down D. showed up
25. A. balance B. patience C. mind D. way
26. A. secretly B. skillfully C. heroically D. randomly
27. A. wake B. defend C. locate D. accompany
28. A. standard B. suggestion C. conclusion D. intention
29. A. responsibility B. hunger C. pain D. disbelief
30. A. pretending B. refusing C. happening D. expecting
31. A. continued B. stopped C. started D. delayed
32. A. checked B. judged C. arranged D. controlled
33. A. occupied B. safe C. warm D. independent
34. A. rare B. disturbing C. serious D. familiar
35. A. challenged B. permitted C. promised D. reminded
【答案】21. A 22. D 23. B 24. D 25. A 26. C 27. B 28. D 29. C 30. B 31. A 32. C 33. B 34. A 35. D
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，并将答案填写在答题卡上。
The challenging task of afforestation(造林)at the edge of the Mu Us Desert in northern China has taken on a futuristic feel this spring, ___36___ drones (无人机) flying through the air and transporting seedlings across vast areas, while intelligent planting machines plant young trees with ___37___ (accurate).
“It only takes these robots five seconds ___38___ (place) a seedling into a hole in the desert, ”said Gao Fei, as he ___39___ (remote) operated two planting machines.
Gao, ___40___ works at Jintaiming Technology Group based in northern China’s Inner Mongolia autonomous region, explained that these are the ___41___ (company) second-generation intelligent tree-planting machines. “Four such machines, still in the trial phase, ___42___ (introduce) into operation at the beginning of this year. The production line for the machines has yet to be fully launched,” Gao said.
Inner Mongolia has identified about 15 million hectares of desertified land spread across seven cities. Afforestation in Inner Mongolia serves as a key battleground for the ambitious Three-North Shelterbelt Forest Program, ___43___ (launch) in 1978 to deal with desertification.
The target for the afforestation program in Otog Banner is to plant trees across 3,333 hectares of sandy land and 60 percent of the work will be supported by ___44___ variety of types of machinery.
So far, China’s efforts in building windbreaks in deserts have earned global recognition. By using grass grids to stabilize the sand, vast numbers of people from all walks of life take an active part in planting trees, ___45___ (expand) the “green Great Wall”.
【答案】36. with
37. accuracy
38. to place
39. remotely
40. who 41. company’s
42. were introduced
43. launched
44. a 45. expanding
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假定你是李华，最近在你校英文报组织的短篇小说创作大赛中获奖。请给你的英国笔友Peter写封邮件，分享此次经历。内容包括：
1.作品简介；
2.你的收获。
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,
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Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Peter,
I’m thrilled to share some exciting news with you! Recently, I won first prize in our school’s English short story writing contest. My story, Beyond the Fog, follows a blind girl who guides a lost traveler home with extraordinary courage. Along the way, she comes to realize that true sight lies in the heart, not the eyes.
Never had I imagined that my writing could touch so many people! Not only has this experience boosted my confidence, but it has also deepened my love for storytelling. How I wish you could read it! Looking forward to your reply!
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
For every teenager, a terrible change to their form of life, like moving schools can be a disaster.
I’ve seen plenty of movies where the main character changes high schools and finds instant popularity and overall success. Still, the thought of moving and starting over at a new school sent chills down my spine (脊柱). And to my surprise, that’s exactly what happened. My mom had been laid off for over a year and finally found a job in a town about 200 km away from our home. So we had to move house. It all happened so fast.
For me, it became a challenge — a new school, friends, teachers, and a new environment. It wasn’t just my high school that I’d be leaving. I was also enrolled(注册)in a program at a local tech center. Going there was my favorite part of the day. I loved the courses and my teacher made everything interesting and fun. It was leaving this program that felt the hardest, even harder than leaving behind friends I’d known since first grade.
Stepping into the school felt like going to a whole new universe. To make matters worse, the school had a different credit system, which made me question whether or not I would be able to graduate on time. When I moved into the new house, the smell was unrecognizable, and the environment was somber (忧郁的). I felt everyone staring at me with a strange look.
Days passed, but I was still sad. It was difficult to see the opportunities the new school offered. It was even harder when you were the only one in your grade because the school was so small. The principal, Mrs. Taylor, kept me in the 5th grade, but had me do schoolwork for the 6th grade. Luckily, there was the opportunity to go to a different tech center that offered the similar program I enjoyed.
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。
Immediately, I considered the tech center as a hope.
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As weeks went by, I found myself adapting to my new environment.
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【答案】
Immediately, I considered the tech center as a hope. This was a chance for me to reconnect with my passion and find a sense of purpose again. I decided to take a leap of faith and enroll in the program. At first, it wasn’t easy. The coursework was challenging, and I had to work harder than ever to keep up. But I refused to give up. I surrounded myself with like-minded students who shared my interests and supported me. Slowly but surely, I began to make progress. I started to see the value in the new school and the opportunities it presented.
As weeks went by, I found myself adapting to my new environment. I engaged in friendly conversations with my classmates. We bonded over shared interests. These interactions blossomed into genuine friendships. I also got involved in school activities. Through these activities, I met more like-minded individuals and felt a stronger sense of belonging. I started to see the school not as a foreign place but as a community where I could thrive. I realized that while change can be terrifying, it also brings with it the potential for growth and new experiences.

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