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江苏省前黄中学2026届高三第一学期期中适应性练习
英语试卷
第一部分　听力 (共两节，满分30分)
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。
1. Why is the woman returning the dress
A. It’s of poor quality. B. It’s too expensive. C. It’s too big for her.
2. What will the woman do next
A. Buy a pair of scissors.
B. Help the man practice his speech.
C. Return the scissors to the neighbor.
3. What does the woman request
A. A meal. B. A rest. C. A drink.
4. What are the speakers doing
A. Watching sports. B. Planning a party. C. Arranging furniture.
5. What does the woman find confusing at first
A. Why animals need help.
B. Why the man volunteers.
C. Why there are many animal shelters.
第二节 (共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
6. What did the speakers just do
A. They had a typing class.
B. They wrote something by hand.
C. They did homework on computers.
7. What does the man think about handwriting
A. It’s impractical. B. It’s difficult. C. It’s valuable.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
8. What does Mrs. Williams struggle with
A. Her smell. B. Her memory. C. Her sight.
9. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Teacher and student. B. Husband and wife. C. Brother and sister.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
10. Why is the man talking to the woman
A. To acquire a job. B. To rent a building. C. To get admitted into a college.
11. Which field does the woman probably work in
A. Architecture. B. Green energy. C. Insect research.
12. What was Desert Hotel's surface inspired by
A. The color of nature. B. The hairs of an insect. C. The plants in the desert.
13. How is the man probably feeling
A. Self-satisfied. B. Confident. C. Impressed.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
14. Where are the speakers talking
A. In a home office. B. In a coffee shop. C. In an online meeting room.
15. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Their business costs. B. Their new workplace. C. Their new work schedule.
16. How long did the man spend in meetings per day on average last month
A. About 20 minutes. B. About 1 hour. C. About 2 hours.
17. What department does Alex probably work in
A. Finance. B. Marketing. C. Technology.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18. What inspired Howard to help people with leg disabilities
A. Studying biology. B. Playing with dolls. C. Watching a TV show.
19. Where did Howard get a teaching position
A. At Georgia Tech.
B. At Brown University.
C. At the University of Southern California.
20. When did Howard’s robots gain global recognition
A. In 2005. B. In 2008. C. In 2021.
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。
A
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21. Who can gain free access to PF
A. A 19-year-old outside NYC.
B. A 17-year-old registering alone in July.
C. A 13-year-old with a parent within NYC.
D. A 16-year-old with a guardian at the registered club.
22. What will happen to PF memberships after August 31
A. Free access will extend through December.
B. Memberships will auto-renew at $15 per month.
C. Members can choose to continue paid membership.
D. Members should upgrade to a PF Black Card membership.
23 What is the text
A. A safety notice. B. A program promotion. C. A parental guide. D. A gym introduction.
B
During my early years, I focused on eye-catching landscape photography. I spent time in the Himalayas, Patagonia and Tasmania and returned with pictures of breathtaking beauty which I thought were “awesome”. But a one-month camping trip to the Menindee lakes along Darling-Baaka in Australia shifted my perspective; Photography is more than taking photos.
As I became increasingly familiar with the place, I learned that human activities led to widespread deforestation and drought in the area, resulting in many dead trees. Driving across the region, I recalled that Sydney was blanketed by smoke for months on end as bushfires swept through the east coast. Fortunately, the La Ni a weather cycle reached Australia, increasing rainfall and causing the continent’s short-lived rivers to spring back to life. Yet, the image of bushfires stayed with me, and I felt driven to do something. That was when the photo Blaze came into being.
I spoke to the local authority, explaining that I hoped to create a “burning” tree as a beacon (灯塔) to draw people’s attention to deforestation. They showed great interest because fire is an integral part of the Australian farming and the natives.
I connected a few of the gas canisters (罐) generally used for barbecues to flexible gas lines called “slinkies”, which could be wired up the back of the tree, away from the tree and out of sight of the public. These produced an outline of flames when I lit them, as if the tree were on fire. It was lit for 15 seconds while I got the shot, and fire-fighting equipment was prepared. Even though the tree was dead, it was still a vital habitat. But the gas flames did no damage and the insects that lived inside were unharmed.
I love that when people look at the photo, they can concretize the delicacy of our natural world while appreciating Blaze.
24. What is the author’s new perception of photography
A. It involves professional skills. B. It should carry deep meanings.
C. It requires high-end equipment. D. It should produce beautiful pictures.
25. What inspired the author to create Blaze
A. Local environmental changes. B. Traditional Australian farming.
C. Scenery of the Menindee lakes. D. Support from the local authority.
26. Which of the following images best illustrates the photo Blaze
A. B.
C. D.
27. What is the photo Blaze intended to be
A. A means of enhancing artistic taste. B. A strategy to beautify the landscape.
C. A call to raise public awareness. D. A window to showcase local culture.
C
As the global population continues to expand, traditional farming methods are struggling to provide enough food. However, an innovative agricultural company in Compton, Los Angeles, may have the solution. Their revolutionary farming system could transform food production, offering remarkable efficiency and sustainability.
It’s far from the storybook picture of a farm — no mud, no boots, no hens pecking in the yard. Unlike conventional farms, this high-tech facility operates without soil, heavy machinery, or pesticides. Instead, it relies on automation and advanced plant science to maximize output. Using precisely calibrated (符合标准的) LED lighting and nutrient delivery systems, the facility produces up to 350 times more yields compared to traditional farms while using just 10% of the water — and it can be replicated (复制) almost anywhere.
The entire process — from planting seeds to packaging produce — is automated. From the moment a worker tips seeds into the sowing machine, robots take over. Nearly 80 plant scientists study best growing conditions for each plant, working with over 100 engineers who translate these findings into hardware and software solutions.
“Plants are really just little software programs,” explains one of the scientists. By studying plant DNA without changing it, scientists can program qualities like growth, flavor, and nutrition. For instance, exposing plants to blue light at specific growth cycles creates leaves with a satisfying crunch at harvest. The same principles can enhance antioxidant levels in vegetables by up to 40%. Since crops never contact soil, pesticides, or human hands, they require no washing — reducing both water waste and contamination risks.
One of the greatest threats to the natural world is habitat loss due to farmland expansion. If successful, farms like this could reduce deforestation while meeting food demands. Yet the high costs — including energy-intensive artificial lighting — may block global adoption, particularly in developing nations where infrastructure is limited.
Could this be the future of agriculture With its incredible efficiency, minimal environmental impact, and potential for worldwide replication, this high-tech farming model may soon become essential in feeding our growing world — if the challenges of scaling and affordability can be overcome.
28. What is the main feature of the innovative farming system
A. It demands water-free technology.
B. It gets high yields with little input.
C. It is widely introduced in the world.
D. It mixes old and new farming methods.
29. What is the scientists’ major role in the process of the farming system
A. They are gene editors. B. They are machine operators.
C. They are system monitors. D. They are plant programmers.
30. What may limit the worldwide spread of this farming system
A. Low public acceptance. B. Great farmland loss.
C. Poor production facilities. D. High energy demands.
31. What is the author’s attitude toward the future of agriculture
A. Optimistic. B. Critical. C. Indifferent. D. Doubtful.
D
We live in an age where every click, scroll, and purchase is tracked, analyzed, and used to serve us a “personalized” world. Algorithms, the invisible architects of this world, promise efficiency and satisfaction—why waste time on irrelevant content when a machine can curate your perfect feed But this convenience comes at a steep cost: the slow erosion of our ability to think critically and engage with ideas outside our comfort zones.
Proponents of algorithms argue that they simply “give people what they want,” framing choice as a democratic(民主的) ideal. Yet this logic is flawed. When a platform learns you prefer conservative news, it stops showing liberal perspectives; if you binge true-crime podcasts, it floods your queue with similar content. Over time, your worldview shrinks, not by choice, but by design. Psychologists call this the “filter bubble”—a digital echo chamber where dissent is silenced and curiosity withers.
Worse, algorithms prioritize engagement over accuracy. Outrageous claims and sensational headlines generate more clicks than nuanced analysis, so they rise to the top. A 2023 study found that 68% of users exposed primarily to algorithmic news developed more polarized(两极分化的) political views compared to those who sought out diverse sources intentionally. This isn’t just about information—it’s about how we form opinions. If we never encounter arguments that challenge our beliefs, we lose the muscle of critical thinking.
Defenders counter that users can always “opt out” by adjusting settings or seeking alternative sources. But this ignores the reality of digital behavior: most people scroll mindlessly, trusting the algorithm to guide them. The burden of effort falls disproportionately(不成比例地) on the user, while platforms profit from our intellectual laziness.
Algorithms are not inherently evil, but their current design serves corporate interests over human flourishing. To break free, we must reclaim agency—set limits on screen time, actively seek opposing views, and demand platforms prioritize diversity over engagement. The alternative is a world where no one thinks for themselves, because no one has to.
32. What is the main argument of the passage
A. Algorithms should be banned for spreading misinformation.
B. Personalization harms our ability to think critically.
C. Users are fully responsible for their digital choices.
D. Platforms profit from catering to diverse interests.
33. Why does the author mention the “filter bubble”
A. To illustrate the narrowing effect of Personalization.
B. To explain how algorithms protect users from harmful content.
C. To praise algorithms for creating a comfortable online space.
D. To compare digital echo chambers with traditional media.
34. What do proponents of algorithmic fail to consider
A. Users’ ability to easily adjust their settings.
B. The profit motives behind platform design.
C. The passive nature of most digital consumption.
D. The efficiency of personalized content delivery.
35. What does the author suggest to counteract the negative effects of algorithms
A. Regulating platforms to remove all recommendation systems.
B. Encouraging users to actively engage with diverse viewpoints.
C. Teaching algorithms to prioritize accuracy over engagement.
D. Reducing screen time to avoid digital platforms entirely.
第二节（共5个小题；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。选项中有两项为多余选项。
When I show people this image and ask what they see, they mostly say a question mark with two periods. They often add that the two periods represent your past and future, and the question mark is today. They wouldn’t be wrong. As a society, we are either focused on not repeating the past mistakes or what we’ll do in the future. We make lists, track what we read, study, watch, or listen to, and think a lot on injustices that demand equality.____36____
What if I tell you that there’s more white space than actual markings in the image White space — also called negative space — exists in design as the unprinted area that is purposeful.____37____ Jocelyn K. Glei describes it as balancing the page by letting elements breathe, enhancing focus.
____38____ Glei suggests applying white space to daily schedules to foster innovation and imagination. Other writings describe it as cultivating the mental capacity to play, explore, learn, and rest without guilt or distraction. By shifting focus to the white space, we invite creativity and transcend the ordinary, helping us become who we’re meant to be.
Simply put, wherever you have goals and dreams, this is where you need white space in your life.____39____ Rather than being continually active, rushing from one activity to the next, set aside time to just hold hands. Do you want to be more creative and productive when you are trying to build a business or create income through writing Then schedule white space into your calendar to nurture creativity. White space isn’t laziness; it’s intentional time for wisdom to flow.
So, how can we introduce this concept into our daily routines You can create white space by intentionally setting electronics aside and walking away from your smartphone.____40____ Just like a webpage’s white space draws the eye, a life with scheduled white space draws in possibility.
A. But here is where we get our focus all wrong.
B. It supports visual integrity and draws attention.
C. But our focus tends to skip the present moment.
D. It creates an environment that fuels innovation and imagination.
E. White space also comes from taking a walk or gazing at the breeze.
F. Do you desire a deeper relationship with the special one in your life
G. If white space works so well in design, could it also improve our lives
第三部分 语言知识运用（共三节，满分30分）
第一节 完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填人空白处的最佳选项。
I often heard about people who became fluent in French within three months of moving to Paris. I ____41____ I’d do the same. But two years after arriving in Paris, I was ____42____. I could get by, but I was still speaking English. Then, one day, I came across Le Bar Commun — a volunteer-run bar in the neighbourhood. I volunteered to work some ____43____ pulling pints and assembling cheese plates.
The first nights were terrifying. There were so many nouns I hadn’t yet ____44____, most to do with cleaning. When such items were ____45____, I’d run into the kitchen to “check” if we had them, putting the words into Google Translate before dashing back out with my ____46____. Slowly, my language skills improved, and eventually I stopped ____47____ from customers in the kitchen. When I was first asked to ____48____ a manager shift, I turned it down for lack of ____49____, but my colleagues didn’t give up on me.
I was soon running the show for three hours on Wednesday night, walking home with a warm sense of ____50____. The most important thing I learned at the bar was to stop my habit of constantly ____51____ for my French. The customers ____52____ me as I was, which let me accept myself and ____53____.
It’s been a long time since I’ve put in a shift at Le Bar Commun. I moved away and life became ____54____ — I began working for French employers and joining a community gardening group. None of it would have been ____55____ without those nights spent behind the bar.
41. A. suspected B. assumed C. acknowledged D. demanded
42. A. struggling B. celebrating C. moving D. dreaming
43. A. wonders B. plans C. problems D. shifts
44. A. forgotten B. quoted C. encountered D. explained
45. A. requested B. promoted C. purchased D. consumed
46. A. payment B. response C. permission D. guidance
47. A. learning B. benefiting C. suffering D. hiding
48. A. stick to B. make out C. take on D. hand over
49. A. challenge B. confidence C. support D. safety
50. A. guilt B. tiredness C. satisfaction D. regret
51. A. apologizing B. complaining C. joking D. bothering
52. A. pardoned B. convinced C. accepted D. shaped
53. A. progress B. escape C. reflect D. wander
54. A. tough B. busy C. boring D. calm
55. A. risky B. complex C. intense D. possible
第二节（语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15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。选项中有两项为多余选项。
“China’s modernization provides a valuable road map for African countries,” ____56____ Zambian think-tank chief recently said. Sydney Mwamba, the executive director at the Policy Monitoring and Research Center, said in an interview that China’s success in ____57____ (poor) alleviation (减轻), infrastructure development and technological advancement provides a model for African countries to achieve ____58____ (sustain) development.
Mwamba highlighted the importance of China’s development path, which balances economic growth with social progress. He ____59____ (far) stressed the need for infrastructure modernization in Africa, particularly in railways and roads, ____60____ (facilitate) the free movement of goods, services and people.
Mwamba praised China’s focus on green development, knowing its relevance for Africa, which is fighting with the effects of climate change and energy shortages. He said China’s experience ____61____ renewable energy, such as solar and wind, could help Africa overcome its energy challenges.
____62____ (note) that many African countries are behind in technology and innovation, resulting in low productivity, he believes China’s advancements in agriculture could help modernize Africa’s sector ____63____ boost productivity.
Mwamba supported China’s call for increased value addition to Africa’s raw materials. He noticed that Africa has long been an exporter of raw materials and ____64____ (advocate) for a shift toward value-added production to drive economic development.
He expressed satisfaction with China-supported economic zones in African countries like Zambia, _____65_____ manufacturing (制造业) is emerging. Mwamba said establishing such zones has been successful in China, and is promising for Africa’s industrialization.
第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分40分)
第一节 应用文写作 (满分15分)
66. 假定你是李华，是国际校志愿者社团成员。上周你参加了由你校志愿者社团组织的“帮助社区老人跨越数字鸿沟”志愿活动。你认为活动组织方面有一些可以改进的地方。请给社团指导老师外教Miss Evans写一封邮件，说明问题并提出建议。
内容要点：
1.发现问题；
2.提出建议。
注意：
1.写作词数应80个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置。
Dear Miss Evans,
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Sincerely,
Li Hua
第二节 读后续写 (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。
In our weekly staff meeting, our editor Ashley was not pleased with the quality of our reporting. “Our readership is way down. We need better stories for this Thursday’s school newspaper. Does anybody have any ideas ” she said.
I handed her my article about our basketball team beating Deerfield High School the previous night by one point. “Sports stories are fun,” she said, “but not good enough for the front page. We need something to really get people ‘s attention.”
After our meeting, we left the newsroom together and heard someone screaming, “Perry is missing!” Perry was a big red parrot and had been our school mascot (吉祥物) for ten years. He played an important role in students’ lives, both in and out of class. He had also been a constant presence at school events, inspiring a sense of unity among students.
Everyone gathered around Perry’s empty cage, heartbroken. Suddenly, a student from the crowd came over and showed me a photo. “You’re a reporter for the school paper, right I happened to take this yesterday,” he said. In the photo was a Deerfield High School basketball player with something large hidden under his shirt around the size of a parrot.
“He must have stolen Perry to get back at us for winning the game!” Ashley cried. We hurried back to the newsroom, agreeing to run the photo on the front page with the headline “Deerfeld Stole Perry.” “This is just the story we need. Everyone will read it,” Ashley said confidently.
After she left, I took a closer look at the photo. The clock in the background read 4:15 pm, but our game against Deerfield hadn’t started until 4:30 pm. Why would the boy have taken Perry before we even played An uneasy feeling came over me that we might have falsely accused someone.
I went to Perry’s usual caretaker to ask if he knew Perry was missing. ”He’s not missing. He’s retired. He’s ready for some quieter days,“ he said. Learning the truth, I immediately told Ashley and suggested writing a story to say goodbye to Perry.
注意:
1.续写词数应150左右:
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
To my surprise, Ashley insisted on reporting the “Deerfield Stole Perry” story.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
On Thursday the paper came out with the headline “Bye-Bye, Perry” on the front page.
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答案版
江苏省前黄中学2026届高三第一学期期中适应性练习
英语试卷
第一部分　听力 (共两节，满分30分)
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。
1. Why is the woman returning the dress
A. It’s of poor quality. B. It’s too expensive. C. It’s too big for her.
【答案】A
【原文】M: What’s the reason for the return
W: I’ve only worn the dress once and the front pocket already has a hole in it. For such a high price, I expected better.
2. What will the woman do next
A. Buy a pair of scissors.
B. Help the man practice his speech.
C. Return the scissors to the neighbor.
【答案】C
【原文】W: Did you return the scissors to Mrs. Johnson, Tom
M: No, I was preparing for the speech competition and I forgot all about it!
W: OK, I’ll go next door right away. Hopefully, your speech will win everybody over.
3. What does the woman request
A. A meal. B. A rest. C. A drink.
【答案】B
【原文】W: Sorry I didn’t call when we landed. My battery’s completely out of juice.
M: That’s OK. You’re here now! Did you manage to eat on the plane
W: Yes, thanks. But would you mind if I slept for a while I had to be up at 4:00 a.m.!
4. What are the speakers doing
A. Watching sports. B. Planning a party. C. Arranging furniture.
【答案】C
【原文】W: Putting it against the wall gives us more space, but it also blocks the view of the TV.
M: OK, what about here, in the middle of the room We can seat more guests at dinner parties... Oh, and we could also get a table tennis set!
5. What does the woman find confusing at first
A. Why animals need help.
B. Why the man volunteers.
C. Why there are many animal shelters.
【答案】A
【原文】W: My friend volunteers at the animal shelter but I can’t understand why. I mean, they’re only animals.
M: Animals can’t ask for help, but they need it. All creatures deserve kindness, no matter what they are.
W: That makes sense. We’re all part of nature.
第二节 (共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
6. What did the speakers just do
A. They had a typing class.
B. They wrote something by hand.
C. They did homework on computers.
7. What does the man think about handwriting
A. It’s impractical. B. It’s difficult. C. It’s valuable.
【答案】6. B 7. A
【原文】W: I just finished tonight’s homework.
M: Me too, although I still don’t understand why we’re doing it when computers exist!
W: Calligraphy (书法) helps us understand a character’s structure and meaning.
M: Perhaps. But surely, we could learn the characters without physically copying them out.
W: Maybe not! It’s harder to remember a character if you only see it quickly while typing. Besides, as my dad says, it’s part of our history and culture. Can’t you see its value as an art form
M: Yeah. But wouldn’t touch-typing classes be more practical
W: I see your point. But handwriting also teaches important life skills. Patience, focus...
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
8. What does Mrs. Williams struggle with
A. Her smell. B. Her memory. C. Her sight.
9. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Teacher and student. B. Husband and wife. C. Brother and sister.
【答案】8. C 9. C
【原文】M: Remember Mrs. Williams from Greenfield High
W: Of course She taught me history for three years!
M: She lives near me now, and I help cut her grass weekly.
W: That’s nice of you!
M: Well, she just can’t manage on her own anymore. She can only see what’s right in front of her now.
W: Really It’s sad to see people losing their independence. Dad’s finding it harder to get about, and Mom keeps forgetting things… Have you noticed
M: Yeah. They’re lucky to have us help them. But I sometimes wonder how we’ll manage when we retire, particularly if neither of us has kids.
W: Society will have to adapt to the aging population.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
10. Why is the man talking to the woman
A. To acquire a job. B. To rent a building. C. To get admitted into a college.
11. Which field does the woman probably work in
A. Architecture. B. Green energy. C. Insect research.
12. What was Desert Hotel's surface inspired by
A. The color of nature. B. The hairs of an insect. C. The plants in the desert.
13. How is the man probably feeling
A. Self-satisfied. B. Confident. C. Impressed.
【答案】10. A 11. A 12. B 13. B
【原文】W: So… why do you deserve one of our graduate positions
M: Because I share this company’s vision for creating eco-friendly buildings. I take a lot of my inspiration directly from nature.
W: Indeed. I was impressed with the design concept you handed in with your application — Desert Hotel. Were you inspired by some sort of insect
M: Yes, the silver ant. It’s covered with reflective hairs which keep it cool in extreme temperatures. My idea used reflective surfaces to a similar effect.
W: Yes. It was both original and beautiful.
M: Thank you! Nature, especially insects, teaches us a lot. My final project at college was inspired by the Eastgate Center in Harare.
W: Oh, yes. It’s a shopping center, right
M: Yes, and an office block too. Its design is also based on a type of insect nest which naturally draws heat up and out, cooling the building without power. So clever!
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
14. Where are the speakers talking
A. In a home office. B. In a coffee shop. C. In an online meeting room.
15. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Their business costs. B. Their new workplace. C. Their new work schedule.
16. How long did the man spend in meetings per day on average last month
A. About 20 minutes. B. About 1 hour. C. About 2 hours.
17. What department does Alex probably work in
A. Finance. B. Marketing. C. Technology.
【答案】14. C 15. C 16. B 17. A
【原文】M: Hi Claudia! Can you hear me
W: Yes, all good! Please excuse me for changing my chat background image. My house is a mess!
M: Ha-ha! Why do you think I’ve come to a coffee shop Anyway, shall we get started
W: Yes! So, returning to yesterday’s discussion: I’m open to the idea of a four-day working week, but I need to understand exactly how it would work.
M: The key will be to cut out wasted time and unnecessary labor. Firstly, we all know meetings can be a huge time waster. Taking my own personal calendar as an example: In the past month, my shortest meeting lasted about 20 minutes, the longest one went up to two hours, and I spent a total of 30 hours in meetings.
W: That is crazy!
M: Sometimes they’re essential. But emails or shared documents are fine for general updates.
W: What about a “deep work” period each morning No meetings or messages, just focused work.
M: Good thinking! A “commonly asked questions” section on the website would also free up our support team, too.
W: Great! If you can finish your list of recommendations today and send it over, I’ll speak to Alex about the money side of things.
M: Perfect. Will do!
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18. What inspired Howard to help people with leg disabilities
A. Studying biology. B. Playing with dolls. C. Watching a TV show.
19. Where did Howard get a teaching position
A. At Georgia Tech.
B. At Brown University.
C. At the University of Southern California.
20. When did Howard’s robots gain global recognition
A. In 2005. B. In 2008. C. In 2021.
【答案】18. C 19. A 20. B
【原文】While her classmates were playing with dolls, young Ayanna Howard preferred robots and watching The Bionic Woman! The TV series centers on a former tennis star who becomes a powerful part-robot person after a life-saving operation. Inspired by this, Howard dreamed of a career to create artificial legs for the disabled. However, her plans to study medicine fell apart upon realizing how much she hated biology! Luckily, she found a new interest in robotics. After receiving an engineering degree from Brown University in 1993, she attended the University of Southern California, achieving both a master’s and a Ph.D. in electrical engineering. In 2005, she became an associate professor at Georgia Tech and founded a research group focusing on human-robot interaction. In 2008, her SnoMote robots were internationally recognized for their ability to independently study climate change in remote areas. Later, Howard continued to show how technology can be used to make the world a better place.
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。
A
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21. Who can gain free access to PF
A. A 19-year-old outside NYC.
B. A 17-year-old registering alone in July.
C. A 13-year-old with a parent within NYC.
D. A 16-year-old with a guardian at the registered club.
22. What will happen to PF memberships after August 31
A. Free access will extend through December.
B. Memberships will auto-renew at $15 per month.
C. Members can choose to continue paid membership.
D. Members should upgrade to a PF Black Card membership.
23 What is the text
A. A safety notice. B. A program promotion. C. A parental guide. D. A gym introduction.
【答案】21. D 22. C 23. B
B
During my early years, I focused on eye-catching landscape photography. I spent time in the Himalayas, Patagonia and Tasmania and returned with pictures of breathtaking beauty which I thought were “awesome”. But a one-month camping trip to the Menindee lakes along Darling-Baaka in Australia shifted my perspective; Photography is more than taking photos.
As I became increasingly familiar with the place, I learned that human activities led to widespread deforestation and drought in the area, resulting in many dead trees. Driving across the region, I recalled that Sydney was blanketed by smoke for months on end as bushfires swept through the east coast. Fortunately, the La Ni a weather cycle reached Australia, increasing rainfall and causing the continent’s short-lived rivers to spring back to life. Yet, the image of bushfires stayed with me, and I felt driven to do something. That was when the photo Blaze came into being.
I spoke to the local authority, explaining that I hoped to create a “burning” tree as a beacon (灯塔) to draw people’s attention to deforestation. They showed great interest because fire is an integral part of the Australian farming and the natives.
I connected a few of the gas canisters (罐) generally used for barbecues to flexible gas lines called “slinkies”, which could be wired up the back of the tree, away from the tree and out of sight of the public. These produced an outline of flames when I lit them, as if the tree were on fire. It was lit for 15 seconds while I got the shot, and fire-fighting equipment was prepared. Even though the tree was dead, it was still a vital habitat. But the gas flames did no damage and the insects that lived inside were unharmed.
I love that when people look at the photo, they can concretize the delicacy of our natural world while appreciating Blaze.
24. What is the author’s new perception of photography
A. It involves professional skills. B. It should carry deep meanings.
C. It requires high-end equipment. D. It should produce beautiful pictures.
25. What inspired the author to create Blaze
A. Local environmental changes. B. Traditional Australian farming.
C. Scenery of the Menindee lakes. D. Support from the local authority.
26. Which of the following images best illustrates the photo Blaze
A. B.
C. D.
27. What is the photo Blaze intended to be
A. A means of enhancing artistic taste. B. A strategy to beautify the landscape.
C. A call to raise public awareness. D. A window to showcase local culture.
【答案】24. B 25. A 26. D 27. C
C
As the global population continues to expand, traditional farming methods are struggling to provide enough food. However, an innovative agricultural company in Compton, Los Angeles, may have the solution. Their revolutionary farming system could transform food production, offering remarkable efficiency and sustainability.
It’s far from the storybook picture of a farm — no mud, no boots, no hens pecking in the yard. Unlike conventional farms, this high-tech facility operates without soil, heavy machinery, or pesticides. Instead, it relies on automation and advanced plant science to maximize output. Using precisely calibrated (符合标准的) LED lighting and nutrient delivery systems, the facility produces up to 350 times more yields compared to traditional farms while using just 10% of the water — and it can be replicated (复制) almost anywhere.
The entire process — from planting seeds to packaging produce — is automated. From the moment a worker tips seeds into the sowing machine, robots take over. Nearly 80 plant scientists study best growing conditions for each plant, working with over 100 engineers who translate these findings into hardware and software solutions.
“Plants are really just little software programs,” explains one of the scientists. By studying plant DNA without changing it, scientists can program qualities like growth, flavor, and nutrition. For instance, exposing plants to blue light at specific growth cycles creates leaves with a satisfying crunch at harvest. The same principles can enhance antioxidant levels in vegetables by up to 40%. Since crops never contact soil, pesticides, or human hands, they require no washing — reducing both water waste and contamination risks.
One of the greatest threats to the natural world is habitat loss due to farmland expansion. If successful, farms like this could reduce deforestation while meeting food demands. Yet the high costs — including energy-intensive artificial lighting — may block global adoption, particularly in developing nations where infrastructure is limited.
Could this be the future of agriculture With its incredible efficiency, minimal environmental impact, and potential for worldwide replication, this high-tech farming model may soon become essential in feeding our growing world — if the challenges of scaling and affordability can be overcome.
28. What is the main feature of the innovative farming system
A. It demands water-free technology.
B. It gets high yields with little input.
C. It is widely introduced in the world.
D. It mixes old and new farming methods.
29. What is the scientists’ major role in the process of the farming system
A. They are gene editors. B. They are machine operators.
C. They are system monitors. D. They are plant programmers.
30. What may limit the worldwide spread of this farming system
A. Low public acceptance. B. Great farmland loss.
C. Poor production facilities. D. High energy demands.
31. What is the author’s attitude toward the future of agriculture
A. Optimistic. B. Critical. C. Indifferent. D. Doubtful.
【答案】28. B 29. D 30. D 31. A
D
We live in an age where every click, scroll, and purchase is tracked, analyzed, and used to serve us a “personalized” world. Algorithms, the invisible architects of this world, promise efficiency and satisfaction—why waste time on irrelevant content when a machine can curate your perfect feed But this convenience comes at a steep cost: the slow erosion of our ability to think critically and engage with ideas outside our comfort zones.
Proponents of algorithms argue that they simply “give people what they want,” framing choice as a democratic(民主的) ideal. Yet this logic is flawed. When a platform learns you prefer conservative news, it stops showing liberal perspectives; if you binge true-crime podcasts, it floods your queue with similar content. Over time, your worldview shrinks, not by choice, but by design. Psychologists call this the “filter bubble”—a digital echo chamber where dissent is silenced and curiosity withers.
Worse, algorithms prioritize engagement over accuracy. Outrageous claims and sensational headlines generate more clicks than nuanced analysis, so they rise to the top. A 2023 study found that 68% of users exposed primarily to algorithmic news developed more polarized(两极分化的) political views compared to those who sought out diverse sources intentionally. This isn’t just about information—it’s about how we form opinions. If we never encounter arguments that challenge our beliefs, we lose the muscle of critical thinking.
Defenders counter that users can always “opt out” by adjusting settings or seeking alternative sources. But this ignores the reality of digital behavior: most people scroll mindlessly, trusting the algorithm to guide them. The burden of effort falls disproportionately(不成比例地) on the user, while platforms profit from our intellectual laziness.
Algorithms are not inherently evil, but their current design serves corporate interests over human flourishing. To break free, we must reclaim agency—set limits on screen time, actively seek opposing views, and demand platforms prioritize diversity over engagement. The alternative is a world where no one thinks for themselves, because no one has to.
32. What is the main argument of the passage
A. Algorithms should be banned for spreading misinformation.
B. Personalization harms our ability to think critically.
C. Users are fully responsible for their digital choices.
D. Platforms profit from catering to diverse interests.
33. Why does the author mention the “filter bubble”
A. To illustrate the narrowing effect of Personalization.
B. To explain how algorithms protect users from harmful content.
C. To praise algorithms for creating a comfortable online space.
D. To compare digital echo chambers with traditional media.
34. What do proponents of algorithmic fail to consider
A. Users’ ability to easily adjust their settings.
B. The profit motives behind platform design.
C. The passive nature of most digital consumption.
D. The efficiency of personalized content delivery.
35. What does the author suggest to counteract the negative effects of algorithms
A. Regulating platforms to remove all recommendation systems.
B. Encouraging users to actively engage with diverse viewpoints.
C. Teaching algorithms to prioritize accuracy over engagement.
D. Reducing screen time to avoid digital platforms entirely.
【答案】32. B 33. A 34. C 35. B
第二节（共5个小题；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。选项中有两项为多余选项。
When I show people this image and ask what they see, they mostly say a question mark with two periods. They often add that the two periods represent your past and future, and the question mark is today. They wouldn’t be wrong. As a society, we are either focused on not repeating the past mistakes or what we’ll do in the future. We make lists, track what we read, study, watch, or listen to, and think a lot on injustices that demand equality.____36____
What if I tell you that there’s more white space than actual markings in the image White space — also called negative space — exists in design as the unprinted area that is purposeful.____37____ Jocelyn K. Glei describes it as balancing the page by letting elements breathe, enhancing focus.
____38____ Glei suggests applying white space to daily schedules to foster innovation and imagination. Other writings describe it as cultivating the mental capacity to play, explore, learn, and rest without guilt or distraction. By shifting focus to the white space, we invite creativity and transcend the ordinary, helping us become who we’re meant to be.
Simply put, wherever you have goals and dreams, this is where you need white space in your life.____39____ Rather than being continually active, rushing from one activity to the next, set aside time to just hold hands. Do you want to be more creative and productive when you are trying to build a business or create income through writing Then schedule white space into your calendar to nurture creativity. White space isn’t laziness; it’s intentional time for wisdom to flow.
So, how can we introduce this concept into our daily routines You can create white space by intentionally setting electronics aside and walking away from your smartphone.____40____ Just like a webpage’s white space draws the eye, a life with scheduled white space draws in possibility.
A. But here is where we get our focus all wrong.
B. It supports visual integrity and draws attention.
C. But our focus tends to skip the present moment.
D. It creates an environment that fuels innovation and imagination.
E. White space also comes from taking a walk or gazing at the breeze.
F. Do you desire a deeper relationship with the special one in your life
G. If white space works so well in design, could it also improve our lives
【答案】36. A 37. B 38. G 39. F 40. E
第三部分 语言知识运用（共三节，满分30分）
第一节 完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填人空白处的最佳选项。
I often heard about people who became fluent in French within three months of moving to Paris. I ____41____ I’d do the same. But two years after arriving in Paris, I was ____42____. I could get by, but I was still speaking English. Then, one day, I came across Le Bar Commun — a volunteer-run bar in the neighbourhood. I volunteered to work some ____43____ pulling pints and assembling cheese plates.
The first nights were terrifying. There were so many nouns I hadn’t yet ____44____, most to do with cleaning. When such items were ____45____, I’d run into the kitchen to “check” if we had them, putting the words into Google Translate before dashing back out with my ____46____. Slowly, my language skills improved, and eventually I stopped ____47____ from customers in the kitchen. When I was first asked to ____48____ a manager shift, I turned it down for lack of ____49____, but my colleagues didn’t give up on me.
I was soon running the show for three hours on Wednesday night, walking home with a warm sense of ____50____. The most important thing I learned at the bar was to stop my habit of constantly ____51____ for my French. The customers ____52____ me as I was, which let me accept myself and ____53____.
It’s been a long time since I’ve put in a shift at Le Bar Commun. I moved away and life became ____54____ — I began working for French employers and joining a community gardening group. None of it would have been ____55____ without those nights spent behind the bar.
41. A. suspected B. assumed C. acknowledged D. demanded
42. A. struggling B. celebrating C. moving D. dreaming
43. A. wonders B. plans C. problems D. shifts
44. A. forgotten B. quoted C. encountered D. explained
45. A. requested B. promoted C. purchased D. consumed
46. A. payment B. response C. permission D. guidance
47. A. learning B. benefiting C. suffering D. hiding
48. A. stick to B. make out C. take on D. hand over
49. A. challenge B. confidence C. support D. safety
50. A. guilt B. tiredness C. satisfaction D. regret
51. A. apologizing B. complaining C. joking D. bothering
52. A. pardoned B. convinced C. accepted D. shaped
53. A. progress B. escape C. reflect D. wander
54. A. tough B. busy C. boring D. calm
55. A. risky B. complex C. intense D. possible
【答案】41. B 42. A 43. D 44. C 45. A 46. B 47. D 48. C 49. B 50. C 51. A 52. C 53. A 54. B 55. D
第二节（语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15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。选项中有两项为多余选项。
“China’s modernization provides a valuable road map for African countries,” ____56____ Zambian think-tank chief recently said. Sydney Mwamba, the executive director at the Policy Monitoring and Research Center, said in an interview that China’s success in ____57____ (poor) alleviation (减轻), infrastructure development and technological advancement provides a model for African countries to achieve ____58____ (sustain) development.
Mwamba highlighted the importance of China’s development path, which balances economic growth with social progress. He ____59____ (far) stressed the need for infrastructure modernization in Africa, particularly in railways and roads, ____60____ (facilitate) the free movement of goods, services and people.
Mwamba praised China’s focus on green development, knowing its relevance for Africa, which is fighting with the effects of climate change and energy shortages. He said China’s experience ____61____ renewable energy, such as solar and wind, could help Africa overcome its energy challenges.
____62____ (note) that many African countries are behind in technology and innovation, resulting in low productivity, he believes China’s advancements in agriculture could help modernize Africa’s sector ____63____ boost productivity.
Mwamba supported China’s call for increased value addition to Africa’s raw materials. He noticed that Africa has long been an exporter of raw materials and ____64____ (advocate) for a shift toward value-added production to drive economic development.
He expressed satisfaction with China-supported economic zones in African countries like Zambia, _____65_____ manufacturing (制造业) is emerging. Mwamba said establishing such zones has been successful in China, and is promising for Africa’s industrialization.
【答案】56. a 57. poverty
58. sustainable
59. further
60. to facilitate
61. in 62. Noting
63. and 64. advocated
65. where##whose
第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分40分)
第一节 应用文写作 (满分15分)
66. 假定你是李华，是国际校志愿者社团成员。上周你参加了由你校志愿者社团组织的“帮助社区老人跨越数字鸿沟”志愿活动。你认为活动组织方面有一些可以改进的地方。请给社团指导老师外教Miss Evans写一封邮件，说明问题并提出建议。
内容要点：
1.发现问题；
2.提出建议。
注意：
1.写作词数应80个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置。
Dear Miss Evans,
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Sincerely,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Miss Evans,
I’m Li Hua from the Volunteer Club. I’m writing to share some problems and suggestions regarding last week’s activity of helping community elders bridge the digital divide.
Some elders struggled to follow due to the fast pace, and the teaching materials were too complex. Also, there weren’t enough volunteers for one-on-one help.
I suggest slowing down the teaching speed, simplifying materials with pictures, and recruiting more volunteers to ensure personalized guidance.
Sincerely,
Li Hua
第二节 读后续写 (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。
In our weekly staff meeting, our editor Ashley was not pleased with the quality of our reporting. “Our readership is way down. We need better stories for this Thursday’s school newspaper. Does anybody have any ideas ” she said.
I handed her my article about our basketball team beating Deerfield High School the previous night by one point. “Sports stories are fun,” she said, “but not good enough for the front page. We need something to really get people ‘s attention.”
After our meeting, we left the newsroom together and heard someone screaming, “Perry is missing!” Perry was a big red parrot and had been our school mascot (吉祥物) for ten years. He played an important role in students’ lives, both in and out of class. He had also been a constant presence at school events, inspiring a sense of unity among students.
Everyone gathered around Perry’s empty cage, heartbroken. Suddenly, a student from the crowd came over and showed me a photo. “You’re a reporter for the school paper, right I happened to take this yesterday,” he said. In the photo was a Deerfield High School basketball player with something large hidden under his shirt around the size of a parrot.
“He must have stolen Perry to get back at us for winning the game!” Ashley cried. We hurried back to the newsroom, agreeing to run the photo on the front page with the headline “Deerfeld Stole Perry.” “This is just the story we need. Everyone will read it,” Ashley said confidently.
After she left, I took a closer look at the photo. The clock in the background read 4:15 pm, but our game against Deerfield hadn’t started until 4:30 pm. Why would the boy have taken Perry before we even played An uneasy feeling came over me that we might have falsely accused someone.
I went to Perry’s usual caretaker to ask if he knew Perry was missing. ”He’s not missing. He’s retired. He’s ready for some quieter days,“ he said. Learning the truth, I immediately told Ashley and suggested writing a story to say goodbye to Perry.
注意:
1.续写词数应150左右:
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
To my surprise, Ashley insisted on reporting the “Deerfield Stole Perry” story.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
On Thursday the paper came out with the headline “Bye-Bye, Perry” on the front page.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
【答案】范文
To my surprise, Ashley insisted on reporting the “Deerfield Stole Perry” story. “This is the very story we need to attract more readers,” she argued. To convince her, I defended that if we wrote this article, we would be telling a lie. Noticing her hesitant expression, I further explained the potential harm it would cause to the player and our, paper ‘s reputation. After some discussion, Ashley finally gave in, “OK, let’s try with real stories.“ Then I went to gather all the necessary information to write an article about Perry and the precious memories we shared over the years.
On Thursday, the paper came out with the headline “Bye-Bye, Perry” on the front page. Soon, it sparked heated discussions among students about Perry. Many were disappointed with Perry’s sudden departure, but were comforted by the fact that he was in good care. The story also evoked sweet memories of Perry. Some students even requested to share their stories of him in our paper! Seeing the story’s success, Ashley came to me and said sincerely, “You are right! It’s a good story.” Her words brought me a great sense of fulfillment. Indeed, true stories might not always draw attention, but they have the power to touch and connect.

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