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福九联盟 2025 届高三年级 5 月联合考试
英语科试卷
完卷时间：120分钟 满分：150分
第一部分：听力(共两节;每小题1.5分，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 does the man ask the woman to do
A．Make sure his things are safe.
B．Prepare his coffee order.
C．Lend him her phone.
2．What does the man like to drink
A．Coffee. B．Water. C．Tea.
3．What are the speakers talking about
A．Different flavors of ice cream.
B．Different ways of making ice cream.
C．Their favorite fruits.
4．Which activity will the speakers probably do this morning
A．Cooking. B．Studying. C．Exercising.
5．How old is the man’s brother
A．12. B．13. C．18.
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。听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6．What does the man think of the closing of the bakery
A．It is confusing. B．It is surprising. C．It is shaming.
7．Why is the bakery closing
A．It is too old
B．Fewer people are coming.
C．The owner will move out of the village.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8．What is the relationship between the speakers
A．Husband and wife. B．Father and daughter. C．Taxi driver and passenger.
9．Why is the man unhappy
A．He hasn’t got a parking permit.
B．He has argued with the locals.
C．He has driven a long way.
10．What are the speakers going to do first
A．Visit a shop. B．Go to the beach. C．Return along the road.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11．What has the woman been doing
A．Designing a dress. B．Playing sports. C．Choosing a model.
12．What color will the pattern be down the middle of the dress
A．Gold. B．Silver. C．Red.
13．How does the man feel about the woman’s idea of the dress
A．Uninterested. B．Impressed. C．Disappointed.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14．Where does the conversation take place
A．Over the phone. B．In the police office. C．In the woman’s garden.
15．Who is the woman probably speaking to
A．A neighbor. B．A co-worker. C．A policeman.
16．What happened to the cat
A．He got stolen by someone.
B．He escaped from the house.
C．He went to sleep in a bedroom.
17．What did the woman do before she went to work this morning
A．She searched for the cat.
B．She made some food.
C．She took her medicine
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18．What is the speaker doing
A．Preparing for an election.
B．Standing for election.
C．Announcing an election.
19．What do the candidates have in common
A．They have won the first round vote.
B．They are third-year students in the university.
C．They have been in the student union in high school.
20．How many people stood for election
A．Three. B．Seven. C．Ten.
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
The Community Garden Program (CGP) engages teenagers in environmental conservation through hands-on activities to empower them as environmentally aware citizens. Participants will team up to plant vegetables, maintain green spaces, and learn sustainable practices.
Requirements for Participation
-Age & Commitment: Open to students aged 12-18. A minimum of 15 weekly two-hour sessions is required.
- Materials: Bring gardening gloves reusable water bottles, and weather-appropriate clothing. Tools and training are provided.
-Tasks: Activities include soil preparation, composting (堆肥), planting native species, and organizing community workshops on sustainability.
Registration Process
1. Sign-Up: Submit an online form indicating your interest and availability.
2. Orientation: Attend a welcome session on the first Saturday of the term.
3. Confirmation: Participants receive a confirmation email with a unique ID after passing a brief environmental awareness quiz.
Key Reminders
-Registration does not guarantee placement due to limited slots (名额)。
-Participants must complete a final reflection report and present their project outcomes at a community event.
Benefits
-Earn a certificate recognized by local environmental organizations.
-Develop practical skills in gardening and teamwork.
-Contribute to urban biodiversity and community well-being.
1. What is the focus of the CGP
A. Gardening skills. B. Environmental research.
C. Eco-conscious responsibility. D. Community team events.
2. What is required for CGP participants
A. Being over 18 years old. B. Being in for at least 15 hours.
C. Bringing some gardening tools. D. Arranging green workshops.
3. What can we learn about the registration
A. A paper application form should be submitted.
B. Acceptance depends on getting through a quiz.
C. Every applicant will automatically get a placement.
D. Former contribution to urban biodiversity is essential.
B
As a mother and a professional working full time, I spent all of my 30 years saying yes. Saying yes to things I wanted to do, but a lot of the time saying yes to things I disliked. This was a people-pleasing technique that would affect people’s opinion of me: the woman who could do it all, so that I can obtain a nice fame in their mind.
Little did I know that I was also developing an autoimmune (自身免疫的) disease, which I have to believe was my body’s way of telling me to slow down. I had severely swollen joints and brain fog but I pushed through so that I could look in the mirror at the end of the day and feel “accomplished”. The only things I was accomplishing were bad health and bad habits.
And then a series of events changed everything: serious medical issues and losing my job. It took all that to help me see how intensely burnt out I was. I spent a lot of time thinking about where I had to be next instead of being present in the moment. But now, I wake up each day knowing that everything on my schedule has been purposefully agreed to.
Looking back, I had the capability to suffer the pressure to say yes. I also felt it necessary to say yes, from driving people to the airport to seeing family every Friday night. I always wanted to solve everyone’s problems and offered sound and immediate solutions. It was one big “yes” to everything.
I was everyone’s cheerleader, but forgot how to cheer for myself along the way. But saying no is being my own cheerleader. And it’s not saying no to caring for family and friends. Instead, it’s a minor change in mindset, taking a pause before automatically agreeing. I take a breath, do a quick count of my energy and ability before jumping in.
4. Why did the author say yes to things she disliked
A. To please her boss. B. To prove her profession.
C. To earn herself a good reputation. D. To push herself to the limit.
5. How did the author deal with the changes in her body
A. She got rid of bad habits.
B. She thought little of them.
C. She slowed down her life pace.
D. She paid more attention to her health.
6. What will the author do before saying yes
A. Find a cheerleader.
B. Evaluate her situation.
C. Breathe in some fresh air.
D. Seek help from her friends.
7. Which of the following is a suitable title for the passage
A. Ways to Improve Time Management.
B. The Dangers of Autoimmune Diseases.
C. How to Build a Good Reputation at Work.
D. The Importance of Saying “No” for Self-Care.
C
In his 1936 work How to Win Friends and Influence People, Dale Carnegie wrote: “I have come to the conclusion that there is only one way to get the best of an argument — and that is to avoid it.” This distaste for arguments is common, but it depends on a mistaken view of arguments that causes problems for our personal and social lives — and in many ways misses the point of arguing in the first place.
Carnegie would be right if arguments were fights, which is how we often think of them. Like physical fights, verbal (言语的) fights can leave both sides bloodied. Even when you win, you end up no better off. You would be feeling almost as bad if arguments were even just competitions — like, say, tennis tournaments. Pairs of opponents hit the ball back and forth until one winner comes out from all who entered. Everybody else loses. This kind of thinking explains why so many people try to avoid arguments.
However, there are ways to win an argument every time. When you state your position, formulate (阐述) an argument for what you claim and honestly ask yourself whether your argument is any good. When you talk with someone who takes a stand, ask them to give you a reason for their view and spell out their argument fully. Assess its strength and weakness. Raise objections (异议) and listen carefully to their replies. This method will require effort, but practice will make you better at it.
These tools can help you win every argument — not in the unhelpful sense of beating your opponents but in the better sense of learning about what divides people, learning why they disagree with us and learning to talk and work together with them. If we readjust our view of arguments — from a verbal fight or tennis game to a reasoned exchange through which we all gain respect and understanding from each other — then we change the very nature of what it means to “win” an argument.
8. What is the author’s attitude toward Carnegie’s understanding of argument
A. Critical. B. Supportive. C. Tolerant. D. Uncertain.
9. Why do many people try to avoid arguments
A. They lack debating skills. B. They may feel bad even if they win.
C. They fear being ignored. D. They are not confident in themselves.
10. What does the underlined phrase “spell out” in paragraph 3 probably mean
A. Defend. B. Explain. C. Conclude. D. Repeat.
11. What is the key to “winning” an argument according to the author
A. Sense of logic. B. Solid supporting evidence.
C. Proper manners. D. Understanding from both sides.
D
Older people traditionally struggle with new tech, but it doesn’t have to be this way. With the right design, even the most unwilling user can obtain the benefits.
A lack of understanding of technology and its benefits, along with difficulty in using hi-tech products, such as a smartphone or computer, leads to the result that many seniors hesitate to migrate from the old to the new. This is a mistake.
Older people themselves must consider whether they want to embrace new technology, or let the benefits pass them by. Technology, often in the form of social media, has enabled seniors to meet new friends, keep in touch with old ones and learn new skills.
The reasons why some older people adopt new technology are likely to be twofold: they’re forced to do so and they want to make their lives easier. These reasons are important for anyone who realizes seniors need to be convinced to engage with technology to consider.
Adopting new technology is often imperative for modern people to do, yet some elderly still insist, “I have managed before without technology. Why do I have to use it now ”
Seniors often become frustrated with technology. “It’s not working, ” is a complaint co-author Lucia heard many times from her late father, especially when it came to his cell phone-and he used technology well, for the most part. Often, the problem was that he was unable to use the small keypad( 键盘) on his phone or read the letter size of the words in text messages he received.
One issue that needs to be addressed is the design of technology. Seniors want web pages to be simple and clear, and navigation easy. One study from 2005 shows that many seniors like a website to be user-friendly with a simple interface (界面).
“A simpler and more uniformly designed internet would help to break down the psychological barriers outlined, ”it states. While that study was carried out years ago, this problem with web design still stands.
12. Why do older people hesitate to embrace new techs
A. They misunderstand computer’s design.
B. They are unwilling to change into the new.
C. They lack access to smartphones and computers.
D. They have difficulty in using technological products.
13. What does the example of Lucia’s father tell us in paragraph 6
A. Seniors often feel upset about new technologies.
B. Seniors always face the breakdown of smartphones.
C. Seniors refuse to use the small keypad on their phone.
D. Seniors can’t understand the text messages they receive.
14. What might be discussed in the next paragraph
A. Ways for web-designers to make internet easier to navigate.
B. Psychological barriers of seniors to adopt new technology.
C. Methods of tackling breaking down issues of computers.
D. Other researches related to seniors’ dissatisfaction.
15. What is the best title of the passage
A. To use or not to use: a technological dilemma
B. Exploring benefits for seniors to accept hi-techs
C. To say yes to the smartphone: a beautiful mistake
D. Bridging the gap between seniors and technology
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。
Standing on a hill at Cliveden Gardens on a sunny winter day, its dark-green lake surrounded by centuries-old trees took my breath away. ____16____ It’s just a local park near London that I’d never heard of during my eight years living in the UK. As I admired the serene garden, it taught me a lesson about the British culture of understatement.
“The English landscape is more beautiful because its beauty is understated,” my friend Will said to me later as we walked through an exhibition at Tate Britain. He pointed to a painting of a peaceful countryside. “This is the landscape I grew up with”, he said. Unlike grand waterfalls or wild forests, this scenery doesn’t shout about its beauty. ____17____
I wonder if Chinese tourists will explore beyond London. ____18____ Indeed, Oxford and Cambridge and the beloved Lake District National Park are some iconic symbols of Britain. But it would be a pity if they miss out on the lesser-known parts of the English landscape.
____19____ I remember a straight-A classmate once telling me he “survived exams” and another friend from Oxford introducing himself as “studying in the countryside”. This modesty also has its mirror in Chinese culture. I remember my parents’ telling me to work hard but not to brag about my achievements. Chinese culture is full of proverbs such as “real gold will shine sooner or later”, to encourage long-term dedication to one’s chosen area of expertise.
Experiencing both cultures, I’ve realized that the English and Chinese both express achievements with understatement. ____20____ It reflects the unspoken charm in both British and Chinese traditions. And it’s an off-the-beaten-path attraction well worth exploration.
A. Cliveden isn’t a famous holiday place.
B. Rather, its beauty is reserved for the locals only.
C. I’ve been impressed by British humor all the time.
D. They tend to prefer places with a strong reputation.
E. But the more I looked, the more I saw its quiet elegance.
F. Over the years, I’ve become familiar with British modesty.
G. This mix makes me appreciate the unusual beauty of Cliveden.
第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
As a child, there was not one night that I don’t remember mom reading me a storybook by my bedside. I was extremely ____21____ by the elegant way the words sounded.
Hearing mom say, “I can’t believe what’s printed in the newspaper this morning,” made me want to ____22____ it out of her hands and read it myself. As a six-year-old girl I ____23____ that knowing how to read could open many doors. My progress in reading raised my ____24____, I often found myself telling my mom to drive more ____25____, so that I could read all of the road ____26____ we passed. I like facts, things that are ____27____, I thought anything abstract ____28____ too much room for argument.
Yet now that I’m ____29____ and the world is becoming more complex, I find myself needing a way to ____30____. By opening a novel, I can ____31____ my burdens and enter into a mysterious world where I am now a new _____32_____. In these worlds I can become anyone. I just read to ____33____.
We’re taught to read because it’s necessary for much of human understanding. Reading is a(n) ____34____ part of my life. And I’ve found that the possibilities that lie within ____35____ are limitless.
21. A. pressed B. fueled C. inspired D. implied
22. A. grab B. remove C. fetch D. pursue
23. A. responded B. tracked C. recommended D. realized
24. A. curiosity B. resolution C. responsibility D. tendency
25. A. slightly B. slowly C. naturally D. precisely
26. A. signs B. signals C. sights D. tips
27. A. visible B. concrete C. virtual D. conventional
28. A. restored B. applied C. left D. blocked
29. A. adopting B. approving C. boosting D. growing
30 A. escape B. struggle C. challenge D. schedule
31. A. kick off B. leave behind C. leave off D. fall behind
32. A. chef B. candidate C. character D. author
33. A. recreate B. relax C. occupy D. obtain
34. A. brief B. artificial C. initial D. vital
35. A. newspapers B. storybooks C. novels D. books
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。
As the April sun bathes Yunnan province in golden light, the Dai ethnic inhabitants have turned their homeland into a joyous playground for the annual water splashing festival,____36____ poshuijie, attracting visitors from China and abroad.
The water splashing festival is one of the most important events for the Dai people, who mark the event as New Year and organize activities ____37____ splashing water, releasing Kongming lanterns into the sky, and dragon boat races. It ____38____ (list) as State-level intangible cultural heritage in 2006.
The festival symbolizes washing away the past year’s ____39____ (misfortune) and welcoming new beginnings through purification.
In Xishuangbanna, the celebrations kicked off on Saturday in ____40____ spectacular blend of tradition and modernity. In a square in Jinghong, a city in Xishuangbanna on Tuesday, thousands of people ____41____ (arm) with water guns, buckets and bamboo basins wet each other amid roars of laughter, as the more water people splash on you, the ____42____ (lucky) your life will be.
This year, Xishuangbanna has introduced helicopter rides for aerial views of the water battles, and invited internet influencers ____43____ (share) their experiences, through ____44____ more people can experience the joy of water.
“It’s where tradition dances with today, and everyone from different ethnic groups and nationalities, _____45_____ (become) family,” Chen Xuanliang, head of Xishuangbanna’s publicity department, says.
As the festivities continue into early May in the province, the echoes of laughter will attract more and more visitors.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假设你是李华，你校英文报正在开展My Favorite Cartoon Character为主题的征文活动，请你写一篇短文投稿，内容包括：
1．表明你最喜欢的卡通角色(可参考下图或另选其他);
2．简述该角色最打动你之处;
3．谈谈该角色对你的影响。
注意：(1)写作词数应为80左右;(2)请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
My Favorite Cartoon Character
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第二节(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
In the busy city of Oakville, Sarah lived on the third floor of an aging apartment building. Its thin walls and creaky floors did little to shield her from the outside world, let alone the noises from the unit above. Directly above her, the Andersons had a lively family with two energetic young boys, Max and Jake. Max, seven years old, was full of boundless energy, always coming up with new games, while five-year-old Jake followed his brother everywhere, eager to join in the fun. From the moment they moved in, Sarah’s peaceful days were disrupted by the constant thumping, shouts, and laughter coming from upstairs.
As a freelance writer who worked from home, Sarah relied on quiet to focus. But the noise was endless. Every morning, right when she started to get into the flow of writing, the boys would begin their daily noisy behavior. Their footsteps sounded like rushing elephants, and their playtime often turned into wild races across the floor. Sarah tried to be patient at first, but as the weeks turned into months, her frustration grew. She began leaving passive - aggressive notes in the Andersons’ mailbox and even confronted Mrs. Anderson in the hallway. Tensions between the two neighbors increased, and a cold atmosphere settled over their interactions.
One stormy evening, Sarah was deep in thought, working on a crucial project. Suddenly, she heard panicked screams from upstairs, followed by loud crashing sounds. Her heart skipped a beat. Despite her past anger, she didn’t hesitate. She rushed up the stairs and pounded on the Andersons’ door. After a few tense moments, Max and Jake opened the door suddenly, their faces pale and marked with tears.
Inside, Sarah found Mrs. Anderson on the floor, pale and holding her chest. She looked weak and in great pain, her breathing shallow. She immediately called an ambulance and stayed with the family, comforting the frightened boys and holding Mrs. Anderson’s hand until help arrived.
注意：
1．续写词数应为150个左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Over the next few days, as Mrs. Anderson recovered in the hospital, Sarah took care of Max and Jake.
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A week later, Mrs. Anderson and the boys knocked on Sarah’s door.
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英语科试卷
完卷时间：120分钟 满分：150分
第一部分：听力(共两节;每小题1.5分，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 does the man ask the woman to do
A．Make sure his things are safe.
B．Prepare his coffee order.
C．Lend him her phone.
2．What does the man like to drink
A．Coffee. B．Water. C．Tea.
3．What are the speakers talking about
A．Different flavors of ice cream.
B．Different ways of making ice cream.
C．Their favorite fruits.
4．Which activity will the speakers probably do this morning
A．Cooking. B．Studying. C．Exercising.
5．How old is the man’s brother
A．12. B．13. C．18.
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。听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6．What does the man think of the closing of the bakery
A．It is confusing. B．It is surprising. C．It is shaming.
7．Why is the bakery closing
A．It is too old
B．Fewer people are coming.
C．The owner will move out of the village.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8．What is the relationship between the speakers
A．Husband and wife. B．Father and daughter. C．Taxi driver and passenger.
9．Why is the man unhappy
A．He hasn’t got a parking permit.
B．He has argued with the locals.
C．He has driven a long way.
10．What are the speakers going to do first
A．Visit a shop. B．Go to the beach. C．Return along the road.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11．What has the woman been doing
A．Designing a dress. B．Playing sports. C．Choosing a model.
12．What color will the pattern be down the middle of the dress
A．Gold. B．Silver. C．Red.
13．How does the man feel about the woman’s idea of the dress
A．Uninterested. B．Impressed. C．Disappointed.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14．Where does the conversation take place
A．Over the phone. B．In the police office. C．In the woman’s garden.
15．Who is the woman probably speaking to
A．A neighbor. B．A co-worker. C．A policeman.
16．What happened to the cat
A．He got stolen by someone.
B．He escaped from the house.
C．He went to sleep in a bedroom.
17．What did the woman do before she went to work this morning
A．She searched for the cat.
B．She made some food.
C．She took her medicine
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18．What is the speaker doing
A．Preparing for an election.
B．Standing for election.
C．Announcing an election.
19．What do the candidates have in common
A．They have won the first round vote.
B．They are third-year students in the university.
C．They have been in the student union in high school.
20．How many people stood for election
A．Three. B．Seven. C．Ten.
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
The Community Garden Program (CGP) engages teenagers in environmental conservation through hands-on activities to empower them as environmentally aware citizens. Participants will team up to plant vegetables, maintain green spaces, and learn sustainable practices.
Requirements for Participation
-Age & Commitment: Open to students aged 12-18. A minimum of 15 weekly two-hour sessions is required.
- Materials: Bring gardening gloves reusable water bottles, and weather-appropriate clothing. Tools and training are provided.
-Tasks: Activities include soil preparation, composting (堆肥), planting native species, and organizing community workshops on sustainability.
Registration Process
1. Sign-Up: Submit an online form indicating your interest and availability.
2. Orientation: Attend a welcome session on the first Saturday of the term.
3. Confirmation: Participants receive a confirmation email with a unique ID after passing a brief environmental awareness quiz.
Key Reminders
-Registration does not guarantee placement due to limited slots (名额)。
-Participants must complete a final reflection report and present their project outcomes at a community event.
Benefits
-Earn a certificate recognized by local environmental organizations.
-Develop practical skills in gardening and teamwork.
-Contribute to urban biodiversity and community well-being.
1. What is the focus of the CGP
A. Gardening skills. B. Environmental research.
C. Eco-conscious responsibility. D. Community team events.
2. What is required for CGP participants
A. Being over 18 years old. B. Being in for at least 15 hours.
C. Bringing some gardening tools. D. Arranging green workshops.
3. What can we learn about the registration
A. A paper application form should be submitted.
B. Acceptance depends on getting through a quiz.
C. Every applicant will automatically get a placement.
D. Former contribution to urban biodiversity is essential.
【答案】1. C 2. D 3. B
B
As a mother and a professional working full time, I spent all of my 30 years saying yes. Saying yes to things I wanted to do, but a lot of the time saying yes to things I disliked. This was a people-pleasing technique that would affect people’s opinion of me: the woman who could do it all, so that I can obtain a nice fame in their mind.
Little did I know that I was also developing an autoimmune (自身免疫的) disease, which I have to believe was my body’s way of telling me to slow down. I had severely swollen joints and brain fog but I pushed through so that I could look in the mirror at the end of the day and feel “accomplished”. The only things I was accomplishing were bad health and bad habits.
And then a series of events changed everything: serious medical issues and losing my job. It took all that to help me see how intensely burnt out I was. I spent a lot of time thinking about where I had to be next instead of being present in the moment. But now, I wake up each day knowing that everything on my schedule has been purposefully agreed to.
Looking back, I had the capability to suffer the pressure to say yes. I also felt it necessary to say yes, from driving people to the airport to seeing family every Friday night. I always wanted to solve everyone’s problems and offered sound and immediate solutions. It was one big “yes” to everything.
I was everyone’s cheerleader, but forgot how to cheer for myself along the way. But saying no is being my own cheerleader. And it’s not saying no to caring for family and friends. Instead, it’s a minor change in mindset, taking a pause before automatically agreeing. I take a breath, do a quick count of my energy and ability before jumping in.
4. Why did the author say yes to things she disliked
A. To please her boss. B. To prove her profession.
C. To earn herself a good reputation. D. To push herself to the limit.
5. How did the author deal with the changes in her body
A. She got rid of bad habits.
B. She thought little of them.
C. She slowed down her life pace.
D. She paid more attention to her health.
6. What will the author do before saying yes
A. Find a cheerleader.
B. Evaluate her situation.
C. Breathe in some fresh air.
D. Seek help from her friends.
7. Which of the following is a suitable title for the passage
A. Ways to Improve Time Management.
B. The Dangers of Autoimmune Diseases.
C. How to Build a Good Reputation at Work.
D. The Importance of Saying “No” for Self-Care.
【答案】4. C 5. B 6. B 7. D
C
In his 1936 work How to Win Friends and Influence People, Dale Carnegie wrote: “I have come to the conclusion that there is only one way to get the best of an argument — and that is to avoid it.” This distaste for arguments is common, but it depends on a mistaken view of arguments that causes problems for our personal and social lives — and in many ways misses the point of arguing in the first place.
Carnegie would be right if arguments were fights, which is how we often think of them. Like physical fights, verbal (言语的) fights can leave both sides bloodied. Even when you win, you end up no better off. You would be feeling almost as bad if arguments were even just competitions — like, say, tennis tournaments. Pairs of opponents hit the ball back and forth until one winner comes out from all who entered. Everybody else loses. This kind of thinking explains why so many people try to avoid arguments.
However, there are ways to win an argument every time. When you state your position, formulate (阐述) an argument for what you claim and honestly ask yourself whether your argument is any good. When you talk with someone who takes a stand, ask them to give you a reason for their view and spell out their argument fully. Assess its strength and weakness. Raise objections (异议) and listen carefully to their replies. This method will require effort, but practice will make you better at it.
These tools can help you win every argument — not in the unhelpful sense of beating your opponents but in the better sense of learning about what divides people, learning why they disagree with us and learning to talk and work together with them. If we readjust our view of arguments — from a verbal fight or tennis game to a reasoned exchange through which we all gain respect and understanding from each other — then we change the very nature of what it means to “win” an argument.
8. What is the author’s attitude toward Carnegie’s understanding of argument
A. Critical. B. Supportive. C. Tolerant. D. Uncertain.
9. Why do many people try to avoid arguments
A. They lack debating skills. B. They may feel bad even if they win.
C. They fear being ignored. D. They are not confident in themselves.
10. What does the underlined phrase “spell out” in paragraph 3 probably mean
A. Defend. B. Explain. C. Conclude. D. Repeat.
11. What is the key to “winning” an argument according to the author
A. Sense of logic. B. Solid supporting evidence.
C. Proper manners. D. Understanding from both sides.
【答案】8. A 9. B 10. B 11. D
D
Older people traditionally struggle with new tech, but it doesn’t have to be this way. With the right design, even the most unwilling user can obtain the benefits.
A lack of understanding of technology and its benefits, along with difficulty in using hi-tech products, such as a smartphone or computer, leads to the result that many seniors hesitate to migrate from the old to the new. This is a mistake.
Older people themselves must consider whether they want to embrace new technology, or let the benefits pass them by. Technology, often in the form of social media, has enabled seniors to meet new friends, keep in touch with old ones and learn new skills.
The reasons why some older people adopt new technology are likely to be twofold: they’re forced to do so and they want to make their lives easier. These reasons are important for anyone who realizes seniors need to be convinced to engage with technology to consider.
Adopting new technology is often imperative for modern people to do, yet some elderly still insist, “I have managed before without technology. Why do I have to use it now ”
Seniors often become frustrated with technology. “It’s not working, ” is a complaint co-author Lucia heard many times from her late father, especially when it came to his cell phone-and he used technology well, for the most part. Often, the problem was that he was unable to use the small keypad( 键盘) on his phone or read the letter size of the words in text messages he received.
One issue that needs to be addressed is the design of technology. Seniors want web pages to be simple and clear, and navigation easy. One study from 2005 shows that many seniors like a website to be user-friendly with a simple interface (界面).
“A simpler and more uniformly designed internet would help to break down the psychological barriers outlined, ”it states. While that study was carried out years ago, this problem with web design still stands.
12. Why do older people hesitate to embrace new techs
A. They misunderstand computer’s design.
B. They are unwilling to change into the new.
C. They lack access to smartphones and computers.
D. They have difficulty in using technological products.
13. What does the example of Lucia’s father tell us in paragraph 6
A. Seniors often feel upset about new technologies.
B. Seniors always face the breakdown of smartphones.
C. Seniors refuse to use the small keypad on their phone.
D. Seniors can’t understand the text messages they receive.
14. What might be discussed in the next paragraph
A. Ways for web-designers to make internet easier to navigate.
B. Psychological barriers of seniors to adopt new technology.
C. Methods of tackling breaking down issues of computers.
D. Other researches related to seniors’ dissatisfaction.
15. What is the best title of the passage
A. To use or not to use: a technological dilemma
B. Exploring benefits for seniors to accept hi-techs
C. To say yes to the smartphone: a beautiful mistake
D. Bridging the gap between seniors and technology
【答案】12. D 13. A 14. A 15. D
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。
Standing on a hill at Cliveden Gardens on a sunny winter day, its dark-green lake surrounded by centuries-old trees took my breath away. ____16____ It’s just a local park near London that I’d never heard of during my eight years living in the UK. As I admired the serene garden, it taught me a lesson about the British culture of understatement.
“The English landscape is more beautiful because its beauty is understated,” my friend Will said to me later as we walked through an exhibition at Tate Britain. He pointed to a painting of a peaceful countryside. “This is the landscape I grew up with”, he said. Unlike grand waterfalls or wild forests, this scenery doesn’t shout about its beauty. ____17____
I wonder if Chinese tourists will explore beyond London. ____18____ Indeed, Oxford and Cambridge and the beloved Lake District National Park are some iconic symbols of Britain. But it would be a pity if they miss out on the lesser-known parts of the English landscape.
____19____ I remember a straight-A classmate once telling me he “survived exams” and another friend from Oxford introducing himself as “studying in the countryside”. This modesty also has its mirror in Chinese culture. I remember my parents’ telling me to work hard but not to brag about my achievements. Chinese culture is full of proverbs such as “real gold will shine sooner or later”, to encourage long-term dedication to one’s chosen area of expertise.
Experiencing both cultures, I’ve realized that the English and Chinese both express achievements with understatement. ____20____ It reflects the unspoken charm in both British and Chinese traditions. And it’s an off-the-beaten-path attraction well worth exploration.
A. Cliveden isn’t a famous holiday place.
B. Rather, its beauty is reserved for the locals only.
C. I’ve been impressed by British humor all the time.
D. They tend to prefer places with a strong reputation.
E. But the more I looked, the more I saw its quiet elegance.
F. Over the years, I’ve become familiar with British modesty.
G. This mix makes me appreciate the unusual beauty of Cliveden.
【答案】16. A 17. E 18. D 19. F 20. G
第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
As a child, there was not one night that I don’t remember mom reading me a storybook by my bedside. I was extremely ____21____ by the elegant way the words sounded.
Hearing mom say, “I can’t believe what’s printed in the newspaper this morning,” made me want to ____22____ it out of her hands and read it myself. As a six-year-old girl I ____23____ that knowing how to read could open many doors. My progress in reading raised my ____24____, I often found myself telling my mom to drive more ____25____, so that I could read all of the road ____26____ we passed. I like facts, things that are ____27____, I thought anything abstract ____28____ too much room for argument.
Yet now that I’m ____29____ and the world is becoming more complex, I find myself needing a way to ____30____. By opening a novel, I can ____31____ my burdens and enter into a mysterious world where I am now a new _____32_____. In these worlds I can become anyone. I just read to ____33____.
We’re taught to read because it’s necessary for much of human understanding. Reading is a(n) ____34____ part of my life. And I’ve found that the possibilities that lie within ____35____ are limitless.
21. A. pressed B. fueled C. inspired D. implied
22. A. grab B. remove C. fetch D. pursue
23. A. responded B. tracked C. recommended D. realized
24. A. curiosity B. resolution C. responsibility D. tendency
25. A. slightly B. slowly C. naturally D. precisely
26. A. signs B. signals C. sights D. tips
27. A. visible B. concrete C. virtual D. conventional
28. A. restored B. applied C. left D. blocked
29. A. adopting B. approving C. boosting D. growing
30 A. escape B. struggle C. challenge D. schedule
31. A. kick off B. leave behind C. leave off D. fall behind
32. A. chef B. candidate C. character D. author
33. A. recreate B. relax C. occupy D. obtain
34. A. brief B. artificial C. initial D. vital
35. A. newspapers B. storybooks C. novels D. books
【答案】21. C 22. A 23. D 24. A 25. B 26. A 27. B 28. C 29. D 30. A 31. B 32. C 33. B 34. D 35. D
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
As the April sun bathes Yunnan province in golden light, the Dai ethnic inhabitants have turned their homeland into a joyous playground for the annual water splashing festival,____36____ poshuijie, attracting visitors from China and abroad.
The water splashing festival is one of the most important events for the Dai people, who mark the event as New Year and organize activities ____37____ splashing water, releasing Kongming lanterns into the sky, and dragon boat races. It ____38____ (list) as State-level intangible cultural heritage in 2006.
The festival symbolizes washing away the past year’s ____39____ (misfortune) and welcoming new beginnings through purification.
In Xishuangbanna, the celebrations kicked off on Saturday in ____40____ spectacular blend of tradition and modernity. In a square in Jinghong, a city in Xishuangbanna on Tuesday, thousands of people ____41____ (arm) with water guns, buckets and bamboo basins wet each other amid roars of laughter, as the more water people splash on you, the ____42____ (lucky) your life will be.
This year, Xishuangbanna has introduced helicopter rides for aerial views of the water battles, and invited internet influencers ____43____ (share) their experiences, through ____44____ more people can experience the joy of water.
“It’s where tradition dances with today, and everyone from different ethnic groups and nationalities, _____45_____ (become) family,” Chen Xuanliang, head of Xishuangbanna’s publicity department, says.
As the festivities continue into early May in the province, the echoes of laughter will attract more and more visitors.
【答案】36. or 37. like
38. was listed
39. misfortunes
40. a 41. armed
42. luckier
43. to share
44. which 45. becomes
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假设你是李华，你校英文报正在开展My Favorite Cartoon Character为主题的征文活动，请你写一篇短文投稿，内容包括：
1．表明你最喜欢的卡通角色(可参考下图或另选其他);
2．简述该角色最打动你之处;
3．谈谈该角色对你的影响。
注意：(1)写作词数应为80左右;(2)请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
My Favorite Cartoon Character
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【答案】My favorite cartoon character is Doraemon. He is a robotic cat from the future. He helps his friend Nobita with extraordinary gadgets. What touches me most is his kindness and willingness to help, no matter how big or small the problem is. He always solves troubles and encourages Nobita to be brave when facing difficulties. Doraemon shows me the power of creativity, friendship, and perseverance. He inspires me to stay optimistic and face challenges with confidence, which benefits me in real life.
第二节(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
In the busy city of Oakville, Sarah lived on the third floor of an aging apartment building. Its thin walls and creaky floors did little to shield her from the outside world, let alone the noises from the unit above. Directly above her, the Andersons had a lively family with two energetic young boys, Max and Jake. Max, seven years old, was full of boundless energy, always coming up with new games, while five-year-old Jake followed his brother everywhere, eager to join in the fun. From the moment they moved in, Sarah’s peaceful days were disrupted by the constant thumping, shouts, and laughter coming from upstairs.
As a freelance writer who worked from home, Sarah relied on quiet to focus. But the noise was endless. Every morning, right when she started to get into the flow of writing, the boys would begin their daily noisy behavior. Their footsteps sounded like rushing elephants, and their playtime often turned into wild races across the floor. Sarah tried to be patient at first, but as the weeks turned into months, her frustration grew. She began leaving passive - aggressive notes in the Andersons’ mailbox and even confronted Mrs. Anderson in the hallway. Tensions between the two neighbors increased, and a cold atmosphere settled over their interactions.
One stormy evening, Sarah was deep in thought, working on a crucial project. Suddenly, she heard panicked screams from upstairs, followed by loud crashing sounds. Her heart skipped a beat. Despite her past anger, she didn’t hesitate. She rushed up the stairs and pounded on the Andersons’ door. After a few tense moments, Max and Jake opened the door suddenly, their faces pale and marked with tears.
Inside, Sarah found Mrs. Anderson on the floor, pale and holding her chest. She looked weak and in great pain, her breathing shallow. She immediately called an ambulance and stayed with the family, comforting the frightened boys and holding Mrs. Anderson’s hand until help arrived.
注意：
1．续写词数应为150个左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Over the next few days, as Mrs. Anderson recovered in the hospital, Sarah took care of Max and Jake.
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A week later, Mrs. Anderson and the boys knocked on Sarah’s door.
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【答案】范文
Over the next few days, as Mrs. Anderson recovered in the hospital, Sarah took care of Max and Jake. To her surprise, the boys were calmer when engaged in board games and storytime. She discovered Max’s artistic talent through coloring books and Jake’s fascination with building blocks. Gradually, Sarah realized their previous noise stemmed from boredom rather than mischief. She started scheduling quiet activities during her working hours, finding the boys surprisingly cooperative. By the third day, they were whispering “Shh, Sarah’s working” to each other, their footsteps light as feathers.
A week later, Mrs. Anderson and the boys knocked on Sarah’s door. With tears in her eyes, Mrs. Anderson expressed gratitude, handing Sarah noise-canceling headphones and a handmade “Best Neighbor” card. The boys shyly presented a potted plant. “We’re getting play mats,” Mrs. Anderson promised. Sarah smiled, noticing the boys tiptoeing behind their mother. From then on, while occasional laughter still drifted downstairs, Sarah found herself smiling at the sounds. The headphones remained unused in their box.

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