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2025届高三年级苏州八校三模适应性检测
英语试卷
注意：本试卷分第一卷(选择题)和第二卷(非选择题)两部分。两部分答案都做在答题卡上。总分为150分，考试时间120分钟。
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What will Henry do first
A. Plant trees. B. Build a path. C. Grow vegetables.
【答案】B
【原文】M: I’ve decided to turn the empty space in front of our house into a garden.
W: Great idea, Henry. Will you be growing flowers and vegetables
M: Eventually, yes. I’ll start by laying out a path. Then I’ll plant some trees and grass.
2. How much will the speakers tip the waiter
A. $5. B. $10. C. $15.
【答案】A
【原文】W: The meal was $50. I think a 10% tip would be suitable. The service was great.
M: That’s fair. But now I’m worried if we have enough left for the taxi later.
W: Well, let me see how much we’ll have left after paying the bill and tip.
3. What did Sally try at the new coffee shop
A. Some biscuits. B. A chocolate cake. C. A sandwich.
【答案】B
【原文】W: I went to that new coffee shop in town yesterday. Have you tried it, Mark
M: Not yet, Sally. I’ve heard their chocolate cakes are really good.
W: Yes, I had one there. They have sandwiches and homemade biscuits as well. I bet those are good too.
4. Why is Clara visiting her grandfather
A. To celebrate his birthday.
B. To make a meal for him.
C. To keep him company.
【答案】C
【原文】M: What are you doing this afternoon, Clara I’m preparing a birthday party for my mom. Would you mind helping me cook some food
W: Sorry Joe, I can’t. I’m going to visit my grandfather. He’s feeling a bit lonely.
M: OK.
5. What do we know about the woman
A. She goes to bed late.
B. She gets enough sleep every day.
C. She wakes up early in the morning.
【答案】A
【原文】W: I’ve been feeling tired lately. Maybe I should get to sleep earlier.
M: Yeah, I usually fall asleep faster if I go to bed by 11:00 p.m. And I wake up feeling refreshed.
W: I usually stay up too late. Maybe I’ll try your way tonight.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟;听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6. Where are the speakers
A. In a car. B. On a plane. C. On a train.
7. What are the speakers going to do
A. Make a travel plan. B. Chair a meeting. C. Go on holiday.
【答案】6. B 7. C
【原文】M: We made it! What a relief! When the train was late, I thought we’d miss the plane.
W: Me too. I was thinking we might have to call a taxi. I kept checking my watch. At least we got through security quickly.
M: Yes, that helped. Now we can relax. Soon we’ll be in Italy!
W: I can’t wait!
M: You’ll love it. There’s beauty everywhere you look.
W: And good food too, I hope.
M: Definitely. You won’t be disappointed. By the way, we’ll have a meeting with our travel agency when we arrive.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8. Why does the woman enjoy computer games less now
A She finds games are not creative enough.
B. She hates the long download time.
C. She is too tired after work.
9. What does the man say about board games
A. They are out of date. B. They are too simple. C. They are more sociable.
10. What do the speakers probably decide to do together
A. Play a board game.
B. Try a new computer game.
C. Quit the habit of playing games.
【答案】8. A 9. C 10. A
【原文】W: You know, I don’t enjoy playing computer games as much as I used to.
M: How come
W: Most games seem similar now, and some take so long to finish that I lose interest.
M: You’ve got a point there. After a while, it feels more like work than fun.
W: I think the excitement has just worn off for me.
M: Same here. In fact, these days, I’ve been getting into board games.
W: Really
M: Yes. I can play face-to-face with people instead of staring at a screen.
W: Do you like seeing people’s reactions
M: Yes, and I like playing cards as well. So simple yet really entertaining.
W: Maybe I should go back to old-fashioned games.
M: We could play something this weekend.
W: Good idea.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
11. How does the woman’s team avoid losing data
A. By sending the data back to Earth for storage.
B. By checking the cloud data regularly.
C. By keeping a copy of the data.
12. Why do the team members exercise according to the woman
A. To keep their energy. B. To pass the time. C. To have fun.
13. Who is the man
A. A host. B. A manager. C. A programmer.
【答案】11. C 12. A 13. A
【原文】M: Welcome to our program!
W: Thanks, Steve.
M: I heard your team will be working in space again. So we’re here to talk about it. What are you going to do
W: We’ll be studying climate patterns and monitoring environmental changes.
M: That must require a lot of work.
W: You’re right.
M: I guess you must have great computers managing all that.
W: Yes, but we check and save a copy of our findings by hand. If something fails, we can’t afford to lose data.
M: How much data do you process
W: Normally we collect 6 GB a day, but during special projects, it can reach 12 GB.
M: It sounds amazing. Do you have enough time to rest
W: There’s little time for breaks, and it’s often tiring.
M: That does sound tough. So, you don’t exercise at all
W: Of course we do. Exercise is important — without it, we’d lose strength.
M: Makes sense. That’s all for now. Thank you!
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
14. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Parent and child. B. Brother and sister. C. Teacher and student.
15. How old is the man
A. 12. B. 14. C. 22.
16. How does the woman sound in the end
A. Worried. B. Curious. C. Comforting.
17. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Features of brain development.
B. The process of brain development.
C. Gender differences in brain development.
【答案】14. B 15. B 16. C 17. C
【原文】W: Really, sometimes I wish you would act a bit more grown-up. My room is always tidy, but yours is a mess.
M: Let’s get this straight. You’re only twelve, two years younger than me. But I must admit that sometimes you seem more grown-up than me.
W: That’s because girls develop differently from boys. We mature faster in some ways.
M: Really How
W: Our brains develop at a different speed. A girl’s brain usually matures fully by around 22, while a boy’s might not be fully developed until about 25.
M: That’s three more years. What difference does it make
W: A lot The part of the brain that controls decisions and emotions develops earlier in girls. That’s why we often think things through more.
M: So, when you’re my age, you’ll be even more sensible than me
W: Maybe. But everyone’s different. Some boys mature faster and some girls take longer. It’s just that, on average, girls develop sooner.
M: I see.
W: But don’t worry — I’m sure you’ll catch up eventually.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18. What does the speaker advise the listeners to consider when choosing a career
A. Social contribution.
B. Personal income levels.
C. Quick growth opportunities.
19. Where does the speaker probably want to work
A. In a senior high school.
B. In a technology company.
C. In an environmental group.
20. Why does the speaker give the talk
A. To offer job opportunities.
B. To introduce traditional roles.
C. To promote a balanced view on careers.
【答案】18. A 19. B 20. C
【原文】Good morning, everyone. As we speed towards our high school graduation, many still ask the same question: What should I do with my life You’ve likely already considered factors like salary and your skills. This has helped you narrow down your options. Instead of just thinking about our own goals, we should be asking ourselves another important question: What contribution do I want to make to the world In today’s world, the idea of a “helping” career has grown far beyond the traditional roles of doctors, teachers, and social workers. Thanks to technological advancements, it’s now possible to have a meaningful influence on many different fields. For example, app developers can create tools to support mental health or improve education. Scientists help protect the planet by studying climate change. I’m personally attracted to the growing field of AI and information security, where experts are greatly needed. A career that helps others is not only good for the world, but it can also bring you long-term satisfaction and pride. So don’t forget to consider this aspect as you make the important decisions that will shape your future.
第二部分 阅读理解(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。
A
Van Gogh: The Roulin Family Portraits
The Exhibition
When Vincent van Gogh arrived in Arles, France, he befriended his neighbor and postman Joseph Roulin, along with his wife and three children. Van Gogh went on to paint several vibrant and expressive portraits of the Roulin family. This exhibition showcases about twenty of them, demonstrating his distinctively forward-thinking approach to portraiture.
Van Gogh: The Roulin Family Portraits also reveals the significance of Van Gogh’s close friendship with Joseph Roulin amidst his arrival in a new town and struggles with mental health. The Roulin portraits appear alongside other works — including Japanese prints and Paul Gauguin paintings — that helped shape Van Gogh’s work during this period.
Exhibition Times
March 30 – September 7, at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, MA
Museum Hours 10 am – 5 pm
Last entry 30 minutes before Museum closing. There is no re-entry.
Ticket Information
Adults $34.00 || Youths 7 – 17 $17.00 || Youths 0 – 6 Free
Tickets are available for purchase in advance at mfa.org or by phone at 1-800-440-6975. A $6 per-order processing fee applies to all phone orders.
Entry times are 30 minutes; visitors must enter the exhibition within that 30-minute window. Once inside the gallery, visitors may stay as long as they like.
Make sure to add any free youth tickets to your order at the same time as you add adult tickets.
21. What does the exhibition mainly highlight
A. Van Gogh’s early life in Arles.
B. Van Gogh’s interest in Japanese art.
C. Van Gogh’s struggles with mental health.
D. Van Gogh’s innovative portrait techniques.
22. How much would a couple with two children aged 4 and 14 have to pay for admission
A. $68. B. $85. C. $102. D. $119.
23. What is required for visitors to enter the exhibition
A. Arrive within their assigned entry period.
B. Limit their stay in the exhibition to 30 minutes.
C. Re-enter the museum anytime before its closing.
D. Buy tickets at the museum on the day of their visit.
【答案】21. D 22. B 23. A
B
Lorraine Caley, who founded her mushroom-growing company Caley Brothers in 2018, will be showcasing her oyster mushrooms at the exhibition hosted by the Royal Horticultural Society after more and more people expressed an interest in growing fungi.
She and her sister, Jodie Bryan, started growing mushrooms at home as they could not find the more special varieties in their local supermarket. “We physically couldn’t get the mushrooms we wanted to eat. We changed our diet because our dad was unwell. We wanted to expand from the button mushroom,” says Caley.
“We’d seen this stuff online and started growing it for ourselves. But we had so much demand that people’s curiosity forced us to start making our own kits. We also supplied fresh mushrooms to anyone who wanted their own kits to grow them at home. It’s been phenomenal. The direction it’s taken us in is far beyond anything we ever imagined.”
The sisters use coffee grounds as a substrate (培养基) and grow fungi (真菌) from wood. Fungi add interest to a garden and benefit the soil. “You can take your kit and put it in the garden where it will then get you more nutrients for your soil,” said Caley. “We’ve installed an outside mushroom bed, and nine different mushrooms can be grown in seven different mediums. We were trying to encourage people with space outside to go outside, but you can also put a couple of logs on your balcony. Or if you’ve got a small flat, you can grow in your kitchen as well.”
Taking soil health into consideration is also in vogue, and fungi are crucial for this. Under the ground, the fungi create a living network called a mycelium. It improves the soil by breaking down natural waste and moving it into the earth, making it richer. It also attracts worms, which loosen the soil and support its biodiversity.
24. Why did the Caley sisters start growing mushrooms
A. They were inspired by a Royal Society gardening course.
B. They wanted to improve their father’s health through diet.
C. They wished to support their family by selling mushrooms.
D. They hoped to add new vegetables to the local supermarket.
25. What boosted the Caley sisters’ mushroom business growth
A. Public interest in home-growing. B. A rise in demand for healthy foods.
C. The shortage of existing farming land. D. The success of the mushroom exhibition.
26. What can be inferred about mushroom growing from paragraph 4
A. It demands rich soil and daily care.
B. It needs professional gardening tools.
C. It suits people with limited living space.
D. It depends on regular sunlight exposure.
27. How do fungi improve soil quality
A. By absorbing pollutants from rainwater.
B. By generating oxygen during their growth.
C. By killing off all the harmful bacteria in the soil.
D. By decomposing organic matter to release nutrients.
【答案】24. B 25. A 26. C 27. D
C
One day in 1996, someone ate a McDonald’s McChicken burger in Amsterdam. Perhaps a quick bite after work A family outing These details are lost to time, but others are hard to erase completely. The meal left a permanent mark on the local environment when a Eurasian coot (白冠鸡) found the discarded McChicken wrapper and decided to use it to line its nest, where it remained.
“It really shows that it’s not just us humans who are writing history, but also these birds are taking notes and documenting our throwaway society,” said the nest biologist Auke-Florian Hiemstra, who has been researching the influence of the Anthropocene era on birds’ nests in Amsterdam’s canals. When investigating nests in the canals, he found a variety of old packaging discarded from the early 1990s up to last year.
The Eurasian coot only started migrating to Amsterdam in the late 1980s, and Hiemstra’s findings of packaging from 1994 could show the entire lifespan and heritage of the species in the area.
While a bird’s nest is usually made from twigs (细枝) and moss, the abundance of plastics has been helpful for birds in the city where natural items are in short supply. Hiemstra said there would likely be a return of natural nests if people focused on re-greening cities and bringing natural water vegetation back, but in the meantime, the birds were successfully working with what they had.
“For the coots, our litter is not a waste product but something very valuable. Finding these materials that were littered 30 years ago, yet they look as fresh as they were just littered yesterday, really gave me the chills. I really hope we can learn something from the birds to re-evaluate how we think about our materials. These plastics are a wonderful material, yet we use them for single use and throw them away,” Hiemstra said.
28. What does the McChicken wrapper in the coot’s nest indicate
A. The durability of fast-food packaging.
B. Birds’ preference for colorful materials.
C. The long-lasting impact of litter on animals.
D. Birds’ adaptation to a worsening environment.
29. Which of the following best describes the birds in Amsterdam
A. Pioneering nest builders. B. Witnesses to urbanization.
C. Victims of plastic pollution. D. Resourceful waste recyclers.
30. What do the coots remind people to do according to Hiemstra
A. Clear up the canals. B. Protect bird habitats.
C. Reuse plastics wisely. D. Expand green space.
31. What is the best title for the text
A. Plastic Waste: A Hidden Threat to Birds
B. Bird Nests: A Mirror of Throwaway Culture
C. Eurasian Coots: A Creative Architect in Nature
D. Man-made Items: A Silent Driver of Nest Changes
【答案】28. C 29. D 30. C 31. B
D
I’m in a meeting when my phone starts to flash with notifications. While the meeting is important, I’m distracted and want to pick up the phone to find out more. Is it a new job announcement from a friend Something terrible has happened Every second I’m not sending a message, I’m being a bad friend. I become anxious, and I’m praying the meeting ends sooner.
It is the emotional rollercoaster ride of being a modern group chat member, and I’m not alone in these feelings. Research conducted by Three found 50% of British adults struggle to keep up with the speed of these virtual conversations and feel pressured. But why exactly does this occur
“When I’m busy and see a ton of messages coming through, I get stressed that I’m missing something big,” says Jasmine, 31. “Not participating in a group chat can also be overwhelming because then you’ve got loads to catch up on and it’s turned from reading just one or two messages to a short story.”
Besides being overwhelming, there’s a lack of real connection, too. “Group chats can make us feel like we’re surrounded by people, yet still somehow on the outside,” says psychotherapist Abby Rawlinson. “If everyone is chatting and you’re not part of the flow — or your message gets no replies — it can awaken the quiet ache of invisibility.”
For Madhura, 31, this has felt particularly exasperating at times. “I find messaging in group chats can make you feel like you’re not quite on the same page. Group chats can turn friendly jokes into hurtful messages. A group chat may be used to gossip about a friend who’s not there. Leaving a group chat can also feel like you’re creating an opportunity for those who are left to gossip about you,” Madhura says.
“Texting is such a ‘thin’ form of communication. In person, you have tone of voice, facial expressions, and eye contact — all the rich human signals that help us interpret meaning. On a screen, you just get the words themselves,” Rawlinson explains. “So don’t fall into a pit of self-criticism when a message goes without a reply. Group chats can’t truly measure your friendships. They’re just a tool to stay connected.”
32. What is becoming a common phenomenon
A. Group chats block in-depth talks. B. Group chats break up friendships.
C. Group chats bring negative emotions. D. Group chats disturb the work-life balance.
33. What mainly troubles Jasmine about group chats
A. Privacy concerns. B. Information overload.
C. Sense of isolation. D. Fear of misunderstanding.
34. What does the underlined word “exasperating” in paragraph 5 probably mean
A. Annoying. B. Frightening. C. Inspiring. D. Amusing.
35. What does Rawlinson suggest people do
A. Reduce group chat usage. B. Learn new communication skills.
C. Treat group chats properly. D. Focus on face-to-face conversations.
【答案】32. C 33. B 34. A 35. C
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。
China’s inbound (入境的) tourism market saw strong recovery and growth during the just-concluded May Day holiday. ____36____
China has been opening its doors wider to international travelers. In 2024, the country expanded its one-sided visa-free policy to include 38 countries, allowing visits of up to 30 days. ____37____ In late April, China lowered the tax refund threshold from 500 yuan to 200 yuan and raised the cash refund limit from 10,000 yuan to 20,000 yuan. There is no limit on refunds processed by bank transfer.
____38____ While top-tier cities such as Beijing and Shanghai remained popular, destinations including Chengdu, Chongqing, and Zhuhai made the list of top inbound choices. Hotel bookings by foreign tourists in Zhuhai rose 70% year-on-year, while Qingdao and Wuhan saw increases of 60% and 50%, respectively.
China’s picturesque landscapes and rich culinary culture have frequently been featured in South Korean TV dramas and variety shows, sparking travel interest. The May Day holiday also coincides with a public holiday in South Korea, encouraging young travelers to visit China. January trips to China rose 77% year-on-year, said Hana Tour. ____39____
More foreign visitors are seeking immersive cultural experiences in rural areas. In Zhangjiajie, bookings from the US, Italy, and Spain surged (激增). ____40____ They actively participate in farming activities, attend ethnic concerts, and book culinary experiences — including market visits, cooking sessions, and food tastings.
A. Visa-free privacy boosts foreign visits.
B. The surge prompted airlines to add China flights.
C. Foreign visitors are exploring beyond major cities.
D. Favorable tax refund policies have also boosted inbound travel.
E. Data shows that inbound travel bookings surged 130% from a year earlier.
F. Many now prefer cities combining modern facilities with traditional charm.
G. Foreign tourists have also shown increasing interest in in-depth tours and diverse experiences.
【答案】36. E 37. D 38. C 39. B 40. G
第三部分 语言知识运用(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。
It’s never too late to pursue your dreams. Just ask Toh Hong Keng, who has become one of the ____41____ medical graduate in the world. At 70 years old, the retired executive got his ____42____ from Southwestern University PHINMA in Cebu, Philippines.
After retiring from his decades-long career as a tech seller, Toh wanted to ____43____ himself — study medicine. When he told his family this decision, they were all ____44____ at first. They thought Toh was crazy to do such a thing at his age. But after witnessing his great ____45____, they all threw their support behind him.
The journey was ____46____, especially for someone at his age. One of the first ____47____ Toh encountered was finding a program that would admit him, as most were capped for applicants under 35 or 40. Toh applied to medical schools around Asia but was ____48____ by many universities due to age limits. ____49____ Southwestern University PHINMA welcomed him without restrictions.
Besides, Toh faced the challenges of aging, including declining memory, ____50____, hearing, and energy. But Toh wasn’t given special ____51____. He persevered through long hours of studying anatomy (解剖学), using flashcards, and ____52____ hospital shifts lasting up to 30 hours. He even repeated a year after failing a pediatrics exam but ____53____ with the support of his family and younger classmates.
Toh’s ____54____ inspires both his peers and future generations. His journey is not just a personal triumph but a testament to ____55____ learning and the pursuit of a purpose at any stage of life.
41. A. tallest B. smartest C. oldest D. kindest
42. A. licence B. degree C. passport D. award
43. A. prove B. entertain C. convince D. challenge
44. A. surprised B. concerned C. frustrated D. ashamed
45. A. achievement B. sacrifice C. confidence D. determination
46. A. tough B. tiring C. eventful D. unforgettable
47. A. requirements B. obstacles C. opportunities D. benefits
48. A. ignored B. abandoned C. rejected D. surveyed
49. A. Immediately B. Obviously C. Similarly D. Luckily
50. A. emotion B. vision C. appetite D. interest
51. A. treatment B. approval C. evidence D. training
52. A. adjusting B. maintaining C. enduring D. canceling
53. A. gave up B. broke down C. set out D. held on
54. A. generosity B. accomplishment C. exploration D. bravery
55. A. basic B. independent C. lifelong D. effective
【答案】41. C 42. B 43. D 44. A 45. D 46. A 47. B 48. C 49. D 50. B 51. A 52. C 53. D 54. B 55. C
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 a workshop in Yingshan County, central China, German scholar Fabian Schrodt carefully pressed paper onto inked clay (黏土) blocks, ____56____ (recreate) an 11th-century invention from ancient China — Bi Sheng’s movable type printing.
His hands-on experience at the Bi Sheng Memorial Hall brought to life the ingenuity of the Song Dynasty inventor. Bi Sheng’s clay-type system, which predated (早于) German printer Johannes Gutenberg’s metal press ____57____ 400 years, ____58____ (recognize) as the earliest recorded movable type printing in human history.
Thousands of miles away in Mainz, Germany, visitors to the Gutenberg Museum have also encountered a similar sense of historic ____59____ (innovate).
While Gutenberg’s 15th-century metal type printing press famously ____60____ (revolutionize) Europe, Ulf S lter, director of Mainz’s Gutenberg Museum, acknowledges an ____61____ (early) pioneer. “Bi and Gutenberg’s inventions were conceptually similar — namely, breaking down individual works into their individual components — but Bi came up with ____62____ idea long before Gutenberg,” said S lter.
For Schrodt, who spent an afternoon learning from Wang Kui — an intangible cultural inheritor of Bi’s movable type printing — such preservation is extremely ____63____ (value). “Technological advancements can lead to a degradation (退化) of collective knowledge,” Schrodt noted. “Wang’s dedication to ____64____ (preserve) Bi’s legacy serves a crucial purpose: ensuring that humanity does not reach a point ____65____ we possess the technology for interstellar travel but cannot rebuild it once lost, simply because no one knows how.”
【答案】56. recreating
57. by 58. was recognized
59. innovation
60. revolutionized
61. earlier
62. the 63. valuable
64. preserving
65. where
第四部分 书面表达(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
66. 假定你是某国际学校学生会主席李华。为了丰富校园文化生活，学校计划在图书馆旁设立一个“心灵驿站”(Mind Oasis)，供师生休息放松。请你写一篇短文投稿至校英文报，内容包括：
1. 介绍你的设计方案；
2. 说明设计理由。
注意：
1. 词数80左右；
2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Mind Oasis: A Tranquil Retreat on Campus
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【答案】Mind Oasis: A Tranquil Retreat on Campus
I’m excited to share my design for the upcoming Mind Oasis near our library.
The Mind Oasis will feature two distinct zones: the Quiet Zone and the Creative Corner. The Quiet Zone will be filled with comfortable seating, green plants, and soft lighting, creating a peaceful space for reading or meditation. Meanwhile, the Creative Corner will provide art supplies and a bulletin board, inspiring artistic expression and idea sharing.
The idea behind this design is to provide a place where both students and teachers can take a break from their daily routines and recharge. I believe that such a space can help both teachers and students relieve stress and enhance their mental well-being. Let’s look forward to its opening!
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。
I grew up in the small town of Willowbrook. During the week, I would go to school, but at the weekends, I played basketball. Playing with friends at the local park became our Saturday tradition. We met every Saturday morning, and though we started as a small group, our laughter and cheers soon drew curious glances from passersby. But not everyone was interested. Some kids rolled their eyes, complaining about us “taking up the court,” and a few even walked away when we invited them to play. Still, the idea of expanding our games stuck with me, and slowly, a few more faces started showing up.
As word spread, more students came. Not all of them stayed — some left after realizing they weren’t as good as they thought, and others got bored when the competition wasn’t serious enough. But for those who stayed, it became special. The park bench filled up, and the court buzzed with energy. We divided into teams, with naturals like Mark and newcomers like Alex.
Alex was a quiet, slightly overweight guy with a shy smile. Even though he hesitated a lot, he still wanted to play. I remember Mark snickering (窃笑), “You sure about this ” Alex nodded, with hesitation in his eyes.
The games grew more intense as more players joined, and the competition heated up. But what truly stood out was the sense of camaraderie (友爱) — at least, most of the time. Alex struggled, out of breath, missing passes. Once, after a rough play, he walked off, embarrassed. I thought he might quit. But he returned.
I paired him with a friend of mine who was more patient. His progress was slow — there were some improvements, then some setbacks. Despite this, Alex kept showing up over the following months. He wasn’t the best player, but he wasn’t the worst anymore.
Paragraph one:
One Saturday, as the sun rose higher in the sky, the game reached its climax.
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Paragraph two:
After that game, the atmosphere at the park was different.
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【答案】
One Saturday, as the sun rose higher in the sky, the game reached its climax. In a tied match with seconds left, Alex got the ball — hesitation flickering in his eyes before determination took over. Instead of passing, he charged forward, face flushed but focused. As he jumped and shot, time froze. The ball arced clumsily, hit the rim, and then dropped through the net. The park erupted in cheers. Alex stood stunned, then smiled in pure, disbelieving joy. Alex’s practice partner rushed over, grinning from ear to ear, and bear-hugged him, shouting, “Nice one, man!” Even Mark, who had once doubted him, let out an approving whistle.
After that game, the atmosphere at the park was different. Alex had proved himself, his newfound confidence replacing his old hesitation. The teasing stopped, replaced by real respect as he became just another teammate. I felt proud, knowing it wasn’t just about basketball anymore — it was about how we supported each other. Our weekend games had become something bigger: a place where friendships grew, confidence was built, and even former self-doubters found a sense of belonging. Alex’s journey showed what perseverance and community could do. Walking home, I smiled, knowing that these games would keep bringing us together, Saturday after Saturday.2025届高三年级苏州八校三模适应性检测
英语试卷
注意：本试卷分第一卷(选择题)和第二卷(非选择题)两部分。两部分答案都做在答题卡上。总分为150分，考试时间120分钟。
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What will Henry do first
A. Plant trees. B. Build a path. C. Grow vegetables.
2. How much will the speakers tip the waiter
A. $5. B. $10. C. $15.
3. What did Sally try at the new coffee shop
A. Some biscuits. B. A chocolate cake. C. A sandwich.
4. Why is Clara visiting her grandfather
A. To celebrate his birthday.
B. To make a meal for him.
C. To keep him company.
5. What do we know about the woman
A. She goes to bed late.
B. She gets enough sleep every day.
C. She wakes up early in the morning.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟;听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6. Where are the speakers
A. In a car. B. On a plane. C. On a train.
7. What are the speakers going to do
A. Make a travel plan. B. Chair a meeting. C. Go on holiday.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8. Why does the woman enjoy computer games less now
A She finds games are not creative enough.
B. She hates the long download time.
C. She is too tired after work.
9. What does the man say about board games
A. They are out of date. B. They are too simple. C. They are more sociable.
10. What do the speakers probably decide to do together
A. Play a board game.
B. Try a new computer game.
C. Quit the habit of playing games.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
11. How does the woman’s team avoid losing data
A. By sending the data back to Earth for storage.
B. By checking the cloud data regularly.
C. By keeping a copy of the data.
12. Why do the team members exercise according to the woman
A. To keep their energy. B. To pass the time. C. To have fun.
13. Who is the man
A. A host. B. A manager. C. A programmer.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
14. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Parent and child. B. Brother and sister. C. Teacher and student.
15. How old is the man
A. 12. B. 14. C. 22.
16. How does the woman sound in the end
A. Worried. B. Curious. C. Comforting.
17. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Features of brain development.
B. The process of brain development.
C. Gender differences in brain development.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18. What does the speaker advise the listeners to consider when choosing a career
A. Social contribution.
B. Personal income levels.
C. Quick growth opportunities.
19. Where does the speaker probably want to work
A. In a senior high school.
B. In a technology company.
C. In an environmental group.
20. Why does the speaker give the talk
A. To offer job opportunities.
B. To introduce traditional roles.
C. To promote a balanced view on careers.
第二部分 阅读理解(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。
A
Van Gogh: The Roulin Family Portraits
The Exhibition
When Vincent van Gogh arrived in Arles, France, he befriended his neighbor and postman Joseph Roulin, along with his wife and three children. Van Gogh went on to paint several vibrant and expressive portraits of the Roulin family. This exhibition showcases about twenty of them, demonstrating his distinctively forward-thinking approach to portraiture.
Van Gogh: The Roulin Family Portraits also reveals the significance of Van Gogh’s close friendship with Joseph Roulin amidst his arrival in a new town and struggles with mental health. The Roulin portraits appear alongside other works — including Japanese prints and Paul Gauguin paintings — that helped shape Van Gogh’s work during this period.
Exhibition Times
March 30 – September 7, at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, MA
Museum Hours 10 am – 5 pm
Last entry 30 minutes before Museum closing. There is no re-entry.
Ticket Information
Adults $34.00 || Youths 7 – 17 $17.00 || Youths 0 – 6 Free
Tickets are available for purchase in advance at mfa.org or by phone at 1-800-440-6975. A $6 per-order processing fee applies to all phone orders.
Entry times are 30 minutes; visitors must enter the exhibition within that 30-minute window. Once inside the gallery, visitors may stay as long as they like.
Make sure to add any free youth tickets to your order at the same time as you add adult tickets.
21. What does the exhibition mainly highlight
A. Van Gogh’s early life in Arles.
B. Van Gogh’s interest in Japanese art.
C. Van Gogh’s struggles with mental health.
D. Van Gogh’s innovative portrait techniques.
22. How much would a couple with two children aged 4 and 14 have to pay for admission
A. $68. B. $85. C. $102. D. $119.
23. What is required for visitors to enter the exhibition
A. Arrive within their assigned entry period.
B. Limit their stay in the exhibition to 30 minutes.
C. Re-enter the museum anytime before its closing.
D. Buy tickets at the museum on the day of their visit.
B
Lorraine Caley, who founded her mushroom-growing company Caley Brothers in 2018, will be showcasing her oyster mushrooms at the exhibition hosted by the Royal Horticultural Society after more and more people expressed an interest in growing fungi.
She and her sister, Jodie Bryan, started growing mushrooms at home as they could not find the more special varieties in their local supermarket. “We physically couldn’t get the mushrooms we wanted to eat. We changed our diet because our dad was unwell. We wanted to expand from the button mushroom,” says Caley.
“We’d seen this stuff online and started growing it for ourselves. But we had so much demand that people’s curiosity forced us to start making our own kits. We also supplied fresh mushrooms to anyone who wanted their own kits to grow them at home. It’s been phenomenal. The direction it’s taken us in is far beyond anything we ever imagined.”
The sisters use coffee grounds as a substrate (培养基) and grow fungi (真菌) from wood. Fungi add interest to a garden and benefit the soil. “You can take your kit and put it in the garden where it will then get you more nutrients for your soil,” said Caley. “We’ve installed an outside mushroom bed, and nine different mushrooms can be grown in seven different mediums. We were trying to encourage people with space outside to go outside, but you can also put a couple of logs on your balcony. Or if you’ve got a small flat, you can grow in your kitchen as well.”
Taking soil health into consideration is also in vogue, and fungi are crucial for this. Under the ground, the fungi create a living network called a mycelium. It improves the soil by breaking down natural waste and moving it into the earth, making it richer. It also attracts worms, which loosen the soil and support its biodiversity.
24. Why did the Caley sisters start growing mushrooms
A. They were inspired by a Royal Society gardening course.
B. They wanted to improve their father’s health through diet.
C. They wished to support their family by selling mushrooms.
D. They hoped to add new vegetables to the local supermarket.
25. What boosted the Caley sisters’ mushroom business growth
A. Public interest in home-growing. B. A rise in demand for healthy foods.
C. The shortage of existing farming land. D. The success of the mushroom exhibition.
26. What can be inferred about mushroom growing from paragraph 4
A. It demands rich soil and daily care.
B. It needs professional gardening tools.
C. It suits people with limited living space.
D. It depends on regular sunlight exposure.
27. How do fungi improve soil quality
A. By absorbing pollutants from rainwater.
B. By generating oxygen during their growth.
C. By killing off all the harmful bacteria in the soil.
D. By decomposing organic matter to release nutrients.
C
One day in 1996, someone ate a McDonald’s McChicken burger in Amsterdam. Perhaps a quick bite after work A family outing These details are lost to time, but others are hard to erase completely. The meal left a permanent mark on the local environment when a Eurasian coot (白冠鸡) found the discarded McChicken wrapper and decided to use it to line its nest, where it remained.
“It really shows that it’s not just us humans who are writing history, but also these birds are taking notes and documenting our throwaway society,” said the nest biologist Auke-Florian Hiemstra, who has been researching the influence of the Anthropocene era on birds’ nests in Amsterdam’s canals. When investigating nests in the canals, he found a variety of old packaging discarded from the early 1990s up to last year.
The Eurasian coot only started migrating to Amsterdam in the late 1980s, and Hiemstra’s findings of packaging from 1994 could show the entire lifespan and heritage of the species in the area.
While a bird’s nest is usually made from twigs (细枝) and moss, the abundance of plastics has been helpful for birds in the city where natural items are in short supply. Hiemstra said there would likely be a return of natural nests if people focused on re-greening cities and bringing natural water vegetation back, but in the meantime, the birds were successfully working with what they had.
“For the coots, our litter is not a waste product but something very valuable. Finding these materials that were littered 30 years ago, yet they look as fresh as they were just littered yesterday, really gave me the chills. I really hope we can learn something from the birds to re-evaluate how we think about our materials. These plastics are a wonderful material, yet we use them for single use and throw them away,” Hiemstra said.
28. What does the McChicken wrapper in the coot’s nest indicate
A. The durability of fast-food packaging.
B. Birds’ preference for colorful materials.
C. The long-lasting impact of litter on animals.
D. Birds’ adaptation to a worsening environment.
29. Which of the following best describes the birds in Amsterdam
A. Pioneering nest builders. B. Witnesses to urbanization.
C. Victims of plastic pollution. D. Resourceful waste recyclers.
30. What do the coots remind people to do according to Hiemstra
A. Clear up the canals. B. Protect bird habitats.
C. Reuse plastics wisely. D. Expand green space.
31. What is the best title for the text
A. Plastic Waste: A Hidden Threat to Birds
B. Bird Nests: A Mirror of Throwaway Culture
C. Eurasian Coots: A Creative Architect in Nature
D. Man-made Items: A Silent Driver of Nest Changes
D
I’m in a meeting when my phone starts to flash with notifications. While the meeting is important, I’m distracted and want to pick up the phone to find out more. Is it a new job announcement from a friend Something terrible has happened Every second I’m not sending a message, I’m being a bad friend. I become anxious, and I’m praying the meeting ends sooner.
It is the emotional rollercoaster ride of being a modern group chat member, and I’m not alone in these feelings. Research conducted by Three found 50% of British adults struggle to keep up with the speed of these virtual conversations and feel pressured. But why exactly does this occur
“When I’m busy and see a ton of messages coming through, I get stressed that I’m missing something big,” says Jasmine, 31. “Not participating in a group chat can also be overwhelming because then you’ve got loads to catch up on and it’s turned from reading just one or two messages to a short story.”
Besides being overwhelming, there’s a lack of real connection, too. “Group chats can make us feel like we’re surrounded by people, yet still somehow on the outside,” says psychotherapist Abby Rawlinson. “If everyone is chatting and you’re not part of the flow — or your message gets no replies — it can awaken the quiet ache of invisibility.”
For Madhura, 31, this has felt particularly exasperating at times. “I find messaging in group chats can make you feel like you’re not quite on the same page. Group chats can turn friendly jokes into hurtful messages. A group chat may be used to gossip about a friend who’s not there. Leaving a group chat can also feel like you’re creating an opportunity for those who are left to gossip about you,” Madhura says.
“Texting is such a ‘thin’ form of communication. In person, you have tone of voice, facial expressions, and eye contact — all the rich human signals that help us interpret meaning. On a screen, you just get the words themselves,” Rawlinson explains. “So don’t fall into a pit of self-criticism when a message goes without a reply. Group chats can’t truly measure your friendships. They’re just a tool to stay connected.”
32. What is becoming a common phenomenon
A. Group chats block in-depth talks. B. Group chats break up friendships.
C. Group chats bring negative emotions. D. Group chats disturb the work-life balance.
33. What mainly troubles Jasmine about group chats
A. Privacy concerns. B. Information overload.
C. Sense of isolation. D. Fear of misunderstanding.
34. What does the underlined word “exasperating” in paragraph 5 probably mean
A. Annoying. B. Frightening. C. Inspiring. D. Amusing.
35. What does Rawlinson suggest people do
A. Reduce group chat usage. B. Learn new communication skills.
C. Treat group chats properly. D. Focus on face-to-face conversations.
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。
China’s inbound (入境的) tourism market saw strong recovery and growth during the just-concluded May Day holiday. ____36____
China has been opening its doors wider to international travelers. In 2024, the country expanded its one-sided visa-free policy to include 38 countries, allowing visits of up to 30 days. ____37____ In late April, China lowered the tax refund threshold from 500 yuan to 200 yuan and raised the cash refund limit from 10,000 yuan to 20,000 yuan. There is no limit on refunds processed by bank transfer.
____38____ While top-tier cities such as Beijing and Shanghai remained popular, destinations including Chengdu, Chongqing, and Zhuhai made the list of top inbound choices. Hotel bookings by foreign tourists in Zhuhai rose 70% year-on-year, while Qingdao and Wuhan saw increases of 60% and 50%, respectively.
China’s picturesque landscapes and rich culinary culture have frequently been featured in South Korean TV dramas and variety shows, sparking travel interest. The May Day holiday also coincides with a public holiday in South Korea, encouraging young travelers to visit China. January trips to China rose 77% year-on-year, said Hana Tour. ____39____
More foreign visitors are seeking immersive cultural experiences in rural areas. In Zhangjiajie, bookings from the US, Italy, and Spain surged (激增). ____40____ They actively participate in farming activities, attend ethnic concerts, and book culinary experiences — including market visits, cooking sessions, and food tastings.
A. Visa-free privacy boosts foreign visits.
B. The surge prompted airlines to add China flights.
C. Foreign visitors are exploring beyond major cities.
D. Favorable tax refund policies have also boosted inbound travel.
E. Data shows that inbound travel bookings surged 130% from a year earlier.
F. Many now prefer cities combining modern facilities with traditional charm.
G. Foreign tourists have also shown increasing interest in in-depth tours and diverse experiences.
第三部分 语言知识运用(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。
It’s never too late to pursue your dreams. Just ask Toh Hong Keng, who has become one of the ____41____ medical graduate in the world. At 70 years old, the retired executive got his ____42____ from Southwestern University PHINMA in Cebu, Philippines.
After retiring from his decades-long career as a tech seller, Toh wanted to ____43____ himself — study medicine. When he told his family this decision, they were all ____44____ at first. They thought Toh was crazy to do such a thing at his age. But after witnessing his great ____45____, they all threw their support behind him.
The journey was ____46____, especially for someone at his age. One of the first ____47____ Toh encountered was finding a program that would admit him, as most were capped for applicants under 35 or 40. Toh applied to medical schools around Asia but was ____48____ by many universities due to age limits. ____49____ Southwestern University PHINMA welcomed him without restrictions.
Besides, Toh faced the challenges of aging, including declining memory, ____50____, hearing, and energy. But Toh wasn’t given special ____51____. He persevered through long hours of studying anatomy (解剖学), using flashcards, and ____52____ hospital shifts lasting up to 30 hours. He even repeated a year after failing a pediatrics exam but ____53____ with the support of his family and younger classmates.
Toh’s ____54____ inspires both his peers and future generations. His journey is not just a personal triumph but a testament to ____55____ learning and the pursuit of a purpose at any stage of life.
41. A. tallest B. smartest C. oldest D. kindest
42. A. licence B. degree C. passport D. award
43. A. prove B. entertain C. convince D. challenge
44. A. surprised B. concerned C. frustrated D. ashamed
45. A. achievement B. sacrifice C. confidence D. determination
46. A. tough B. tiring C. eventful D. unforgettable
47. A. requirements B. obstacles C. opportunities D. benefits
48. A. ignored B. abandoned C. rejected D. surveyed
49. A. Immediately B. Obviously C. Similarly D. Luckily
50. A. emotion B. vision C. appetite D. interest
51. A. treatment B. approval C. evidence D. training
52. A. adjusting B. maintaining C. enduring D. canceling
53. A. gave up B. broke down C. set out D. held on
54. A. generosity B. accomplishment C. exploration D. bravery
55. A. basic B. independent C. lifelong D. effective
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 a workshop in Yingshan County, central China, German scholar Fabian Schrodt carefully pressed paper onto inked clay (黏土) blocks, ____56____ (recreate) an 11th-century invention from ancient China — Bi Sheng’s movable type printing.
His hands-on experience at the Bi Sheng Memorial Hall brought to life the ingenuity of the Song Dynasty inventor. Bi Sheng’s clay-type system, which predated (早于) German printer Johannes Gutenberg’s metal press ____57____ 400 years, ____58____ (recognize) as the earliest recorded movable type printing in human history.
Thousands of miles away in Mainz, Germany, visitors to the Gutenberg Museum have also encountered a similar sense of historic ____59____ (innovate).
While Gutenberg’s 15th-century metal type printing press famously ____60____ (revolutionize) Europe, Ulf S lter, director of Mainz’s Gutenberg Museum, acknowledges an ____61____ (early) pioneer. “Bi and Gutenberg’s inventions were conceptually similar — namely, breaking down individual works into their individual components — but Bi came up with ____62____ idea long before Gutenberg,” said S lter.
For Schrodt, who spent an afternoon learning from Wang Kui — an intangible cultural inheritor of Bi’s movable type printing — such preservation is extremely ____63____ (value). “Technological advancements can lead to a degradation (退化) of collective knowledge,” Schrodt noted. “Wang’s dedication to ____64____ (preserve) Bi’s legacy serves a crucial purpose: ensuring that humanity does not reach a point ____65____ we possess the technology for interstellar travel but cannot rebuild it once lost, simply because no one knows how.”
第四部分 书面表达(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
66. 假定你是某国际学校学生会主席李华。为了丰富校园文化生活，学校计划在图书馆旁设立一个“心灵驿站”(Mind Oasis)，供师生休息放松。请你写一篇短文投稿至校英文报，内容包括：
1. 介绍你的设计方案；
2. 说明设计理由。
注意：
1. 词数80左右；
2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Mind Oasis: A Tranquil Retreat on Campus
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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。
I grew up in the small town of Willowbrook. During the week, I would go to school, but at the weekends, I played basketball. Playing with friends at the local park became our Saturday tradition. We met every Saturday morning, and though we started as a small group, our laughter and cheers soon drew curious glances from passersby. But not everyone was interested. Some kids rolled their eyes, complaining about us “taking up the court,” and a few even walked away when we invited them to play. Still, the idea of expanding our games stuck with me, and slowly, a few more faces started showing up.
As word spread, more students came. Not all of them stayed — some left after realizing they weren’t as good as they thought, and others got bored when the competition wasn’t serious enough. But for those who stayed, it became special. The park bench filled up, and the court buzzed with energy. We divided into teams, with naturals like Mark and newcomers like Alex.
Alex was a quiet, slightly overweight guy with a shy smile. Even though he hesitated a lot, he still wanted to play. I remember Mark snickering (窃笑), “You sure about this ” Alex nodded, with hesitation in his eyes.
The games grew more intense as more players joined, and the competition heated up. But what truly stood out was the sense of camaraderie (友爱) — at least, most of the time. Alex struggled, out of breath, missing passes. Once, after a rough play, he walked off, embarrassed. I thought he might quit. But he returned.
I paired him with a friend of mine who was more patient. His progress was slow — there were some improvements, then some setbacks. Despite this, Alex kept showing up over the following months. He wasn’t the best player, but he wasn’t the worst anymore.
Paragraph one:
One Saturday, as the sun rose higher in the sky, the game reached its climax.
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Paragraph two:
After that game, the atmosphere at the park was different.
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