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2025届湖北省武汉市第二中学高三下学期高考模拟考试英语试题
一、阅读理解
________ ________ TO TENDER(投标)
Contract (合同) for the design of a luxury hotel and conference (会议) centre in Rio de Janeiro.
Horizon Hotel & Conference Centre — 5 stars
www.hotelhorizon.br | 320 rooms
Applicants are asked to hand in their letter of intention before 24 June, 2023.
Horizon Hotels and Conference Centres (HHCC) invites several construction companies to present a plan for designing a Hotel and Conference Centre in Rio de Janeiro.
HHCC is an international chain of high-class hotels and conference centres. It is famous for providing luxury accommodation and incredible service. We largely intend the hotel to be used for conferences and formal meetings by groups from throughout the world.
Selected construction companies are required to hand in a plan for the ground floor of the building, which will be L-shaped. Details of the project are as follows.
The hotel will have seven floors:
Basement — equipment and storage
Ground floor — facilities to be decided
First floor — a large conference room, three meeting rooms and a seminar room
Second floor — office accommodation
Third-fifth floors — bedrooms
Sixth floor — a large restaurant, available for guests and the general public
The contract to design the hotel and conference centre will be awarded to the construction company which produces the best plan for the ground floor.
1．Which word best fits the question mark “ ” in the passage
A．APPROACH. B．INVITATION C．CONTRACT D．Handing-in
2．According to the passage, the hotel to be built will be mainly intended for________.
A．conference participants B．holiday makers
C．construction companies D．project applicants
3．HHCC’s ultimate decision will be based on the best design of________.
A．the basement B．the first floor C．the entire building D．the ground floor
I have no intention of looking down on business, yet it simply didn’t suit me. Initially, I entered the business world for financial gain. Besides being able to support my family, money was all I got from it. It failed to bring me a sense of fulfillment, which made me immersed in dissatisfaction and even suffering from torture and pain. My one ambition was to save enough money to quit and go to Europe to pursue my passion for music.
During that period, I would rise at dawn to practice playing the violin before heading to work. At noon, instead of having lunch with my business associates, I would frequent cheap cafes, where I had a quick meal and wrote down some violin exercises. After a long time of such efforts, I finally managed to save enough money. As my family’s financial situation had improved and they no longer required my financial support, I resigned from my position. The moment I left, I felt as if I had been released from prison, and soon I set sail for Europe to pursue my dream.
The four-year study in Europe was beyond amazing. Though I worked more diligently than I could have ever imagined, every single moment was a source of joy. “Enjoyed” is far too mild a word to describe my feelings; I was truly on cloud nine. For the first time, I felt that I was truly living, engaged in what I loved and was meant to do. If I had remained in business, perhaps I would be a relatively wealthy person today.
Nevertheless, I firmly believe that I would not have achieved a truly successful life. I would have given up all those intangible rewards, those inner satisfactions that money can never purchase, and that are often sacrificed when one’s main pursuit is financial success. Quitting my job went against the advice of nearly all my friends and family. We are so conditioned to link success with money that the idea of giving up a well-paid job for a dream seemed almost crazy. If so, all I can say is “Gee, it’s great to be crazy.”Money is a wonderful thing, but it’s possible to pay too high a price for it.
4．Why did the author go into business
A．Because he hadn’t identified his passion.
B．Because he was immersed in dissatisfaction.
C．Because he had to earn money and help his family.
D．Because he had no intention of despise it.
5．Which can best replace the underlined word “intangible” in paragraph 4
A．Invisible.
B．Miserable.
C．Accessible.
D．Possible.
6．Which of the following can best describe the author
A．Honest and tolerant.
B．Responsible and fearless.
C．Diligent and talented.
D．Innovative and considerate.
7．What message does the author want to convey by sharing his experiences
A．Constant dripping wears away a stone.
B．Fortune favors the bold.
C．As you sow, so shall you reap.
D．Money can make a living, but passion makes a life.
When we think about lives filled with meaning, we often focus on people whose grand contributions benefited humanity. Abraham Lincoln, Martin Luther King and Nelson Mandela surely felt they had a worthwhile life. But how about us ordinary people, struggling in a typical existence
There is an important element to consider. Think about the first butterfly you stop to admire after a long winter or imagine the scenery at the top of a hill after a fresh hike. Sometimes existence delivers us small moments of beauty. When people are open to appreciating such experiences, these moments may enhance how they view their life. This element is defined as EA (experiential appreciation) by Joshua Hicks, a psychological professor at Texas A & M University.
Recently, he and his research team set out to figure out whether EA was related to a person’s sense of meaning in a series of studies that involved more than 3,000 participants. At an initial test, researchers had participants rate their agreement of different coping strategies to relieve their stress. They found people who managed stress by focusing on their appreciation for life’s beauty also reported experiencing life as highly meaningful.
Researchers then conducted a series of experiments, in which they gave participants specific tasks and, once more, asked them to report how strongly they identified with statements linked to purpose, etc. In one case, participants who watched an awe-inspiring video reported having a greater sense of EA and meaning in life, compared with those watched more neutral videos. After reflecting on the results collected from the participants, researchers confirmed their original theory.
But applying that insight can be difficult. Our modern, fast-paced lifestyles fill the day with targets and goals. We are on the go, and we attempt to maximize output both at work and at leisure.
This focus on future outcomes makes it all too easy to miss what is happening right now. Yet life happens in the present moment. We should slow down, let life surprise us and embrace the significance in the everyday life.
8．Why are the butterfly and the scenery on a hill mentioned in paragraph 2
A．To deliver moments of beauty. B．To explain personal experiences.
C．To present the concept of EA． D．To show the necessity of protecting nature.
9．How did the researchers conduct the study
A．By studying previous research data.
B．By analyzing the response from the participants.
C．By shooting videos starring the participants.
D．By designing different strategies to reduce stress.
10．Who tends to find life more meaningful according to the text
A．A person who always gets her life well-organized.
B．A person who leads a fast-paced life.
C．A person who often hears motivating speeches.
D．A person who always expects future results.
11．What life philosophy does the author show in the last paragraph
A．No pains, no gains.
B．Live your life one day at a time.
C．Being on sea, sail; being on land, settle.
D．Those who believe in their ability can do anything.
My late mother was an artist of some renown in the Pacific Northwest. Over her many-decades career, her paintings evolved from highly representational watercolors into mixed-media abstracts. Growing up, I could draw a little myself and enjoyed doing so, but I never had her talent. Once, I asked her how I could improve. I supposed I expected her to say something like “Practice 10,000 hours.” Instead, she told me to look at what I wanted to draw. I stared at a tree, noticing details I’d ignored before: the rough bark, shifting shadows, and delicate leaves. Drawing each detail carefully, I created my best work yet. More importantly, I discovered the joy of truly observing the world.
This act of deep attention is called savoring — a skill that enriches both art and life. Psychologists define it as “fully appreciating positive moments,” like enjoying a sunset or reliving happy memories. Studies show savoring activates the brain’s reward system, reduces sadness, and boosts happiness. In experiments, people who focused on daily positive experiences became happier, especially those with fewer good moments. Savoring also creates vivid, lasting memories of joy.
Yet humans naturally focus on negatives — a survival instinct from ancestors who needed to avoid dangers. Today, this “negativity bias (偏见)” often backfires, making us trapped in problems and overlook good moments. Scientists warn that constant negativity twists thinking and lowers life satisfaction.
The solution Practice savoring. Start with positive moments: pause to enjoy a meal or a friend’s laugh. But challenges can also be savored. Try a “failure journal”: write down a setback (e.g., an argument), leave space, then return weeks later to note lessons learned (“I improved communication”). Months later, add positive outcomes (“We grew closer”). This involves savoring — and shows how you can use the practice to transform even unwelcome experiences into positive opportunities for growth and perspective. This reframing helps find meaning in difficulties, much like finding beauty in an imperfect drawing.
My mother’s advice wasn’t just about art — it was about living. By observing deeply, we uncover hidden layers in both the ordinary and the difficult. Savoring turns fleeting moments into lasting joy and challenges into growth. That’s the true art of life.
12．What does the author focus on by the personal story
A．Observing the world is essential for a painting.
B．Every detail deserves attention when drawing.
C．Deep attention is a source of living a happy life.
D．Savoring is a skill of truly observing the world.
13．What does the author imply about “negativity bias” in modern life
A．It is necessary for survival today. B．It reduces our ability to enjoy life.
C．It helps us avoid dangers effectively. D．It improves people’s life satisfaction.
14．According to the text, what is a “failure journal” used for
A．Reflecting on setbacks to find positive results.
B．Tracking mistakes to avoid errors in the future.
C．Recording positive moments and the emotions.
D．Keeping track of the interpersonal relationships.
15．Why does the author compare “savoring” to “finding beauty in an imperfect drawing”
A．To explain that art involves accepting flaws.
B．To criticize people who focus on negativity.
C．To show challenges can be changed into growth.
D．To argue that art is more important than science.
Have you ever wondered who it was that invented mathematics Actually, unlike a light bulb or a computer, mathematics isn’t something that was invented by someone. 16 And its discovery can’t even be attributed to one person. Instead, mathematics developed gradually over thousands of years through the contributions of many people!
17 No one can know for sure, but we can use our imaginations to think about how mathematics might have gotten its start. For example, if we go all the way back to prehistoric humans gathering peaches to eat, we can imagine how this basic task probably gave rise to a need for math. If you and your prehistoric friend gathered a basket full of peaches, you’d probably agree to split them evenly. First, you’d need to know how many peaches you gathered. 18 You might first need to come up with names for the basic units of measurement. This might be how counting and the earliest numbers came about.
Similarly, division might have originated from the need to split that pile of peaches. 19 And scientists believe that many basic mathematical functions, such as addition and multiplication appeared thousands of years ago in various areas at the same time, including China, India, Mesopotamia, and Egypt.
More advanced mathematics is traced to ancient Greece over 2,500 years ago. 20 Since then, mathematical findings have inspired later mathematicians and scientists to build on predecessors’ work, continuously broadening our comprehension of mathematics and its connection to the world.
A．How did it get started
B．It’s really more of a discovery.
C．That means you’d need to count them.
D．Prehistoric humans may have known more math than we assume.
E．They would have been the first to discover the basics of mathematics.
F．It was around this time that mathematics first became an organized science.
G．In fact, many mathematical principles were developed in response to practical needs.
二、完形填空
“37 ... 38 ... 39! Mica! Wow!” Mica’s excited barks rang out in the frozen stillness. At the top of Blackhead Mountain, I celebrated Mica’s 21 . At the summit, she barked thirty-nine times — once for every mountain she’d climbed since our 22 more than a year earlier.
Mica came into my life in May 2020. She had a tough time 23 her new home. She wasn’t aggressive (好斗的) — just cautious, 24 , and sad. So after several weeks, I took her into the Catskill Forest for a short hike, and everything 25 . After I took off the dog leash (狗绳), she raced, her paws flying, her tail wagging, and barking. Then her 26 unfolded over many more hikes. She tasted 27 and loved it.
Six months later, 28 , Mica was diagnosed with cancer. In low spirits, we discussed all the treatment 29 , and finally the vet shook his head slowly, saying, “Just take her home and make her happy.” I felt heartbroken.
Then I took Mica hiking. We 30 to completing the Catskill 35 — the thirty-five highest mountains in the Catskill region. We took it mountain by mountain, hike by hike. Although she was 31 to survive for six months at most, 32 , Mica showed no signs of illness. She bravely climbed the mountains with terminal cancer, 39 times, showing her 33 and strength.
It’s been six months since Mica completed the 34 . At her last vet visit, we received more bad news: the shadow we saw on the X-ray was lung cancer. No problem. Mica and I know what to do. “The mountains are 35 , and we must go!”
21．A．recovery B．achievement C．birthday D．championship
22．A．meeting B．training C．struggle D．beginning
23．A．adjusting to B．residing in C．hanging around D．belonging to
24．A．naughty B．angry C．distant D．energetic
25．A．ceased B．changed C．worsened D．remained
26．A．request B．danger C．curiosity D．miracle
27．A．freedom B．success C．innovation D．persistence
28．A．ultimately B．quickly C．unfortunately D．imaginably
29．A．facilities B．options C．situations D．centers
30．A．admitted B．objected C．applied D．committed
31．A．predicted B．intended C．scheduled D．calculated
32．A．differently B．generally C．unexpectedly D．particularly
33．A．intelligence B．courage C．patience D．faith
34．A．competition B．test C．exercise D．target
35．A．growing B．standing C．calling D．collapsing
三、语法填空
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。
The global success of Chinese apps like TikTok, RedNote and AI models like DeepSeek highlights a surprising trend: China is gaining cultural influence among young Americans, not just in technology but also in creating 36 (appeal) online experiences.
Chinese products and services have an increasing originality, especially Chinese apps, which stand out for their 37 (create). TikTok, used by over half of Americans, offers engaging content that feels more dynamic than U.S. platforms. It attracts teens seeking freedom from traditional norms.
As for the AI large-language models, DeepSeek is a miracle. 38 (like) rigid Western models, it writes creatively. Its rise to the top of Apple’s app store shows 39 innovation and affordability can win over users. The decline of Europe’s cultural appeal gives rise to the trend. In the past, American teens 40 (admire) European sophistication, but 41 (today) youth seek fresh alternatives. With its economic power and global reach, China naturally fills this gap. On RedNote, American and Chinese users bond over shared interests like cooking or fashion, 42 proves cultural gaps aren’t unbridgeable.
Actually, China’s tech success isn’t just about hardware or data — it’s about creating products that resonate emotionally. For American youth seeking novelty, China’s internet culture offers something 43 (refresh) different. This cultural shift, 44 (pair) with technological advances, positions China as 45 unique party in shaping global trends.
四、书信写作
46．假设你是红星中学高三学生李华。世界读书日即将到来，你的外国好友Jim正在开展主题为“信息时代中学生如何阅读”的项目式学习，他发来邮件对你进行访谈。请你用英文给他回复，内容包括：
1. 信息时代对阅读的影响；
2. 你的阅读方式和理由。
注意：1. 词数100左右；
2. 开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。
Dear Jim,
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Yours,
Li Hua
五、书面表达
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。
Jason held his script too tightly, making the pages wrinkle. His palms had left damp marks on his Of Mice and Men script. Across the rehearsal (排练) room, Liam was doing his usual annoying trick — balancing a pencil on his nose during rehearsals — for the third time this week.
Last year, they were great partners when they acted in The Outsiders together. Their rooftop “Stay gold” scene even got featured in the school newsletter. But now, everything changed.
The trouble started during rehearsals. Jason insisted on following the book’s exact gestures. But Liam kept adding new moves — hugging an invisible puppy during serious lines, pretending to trip over “rabbits”.
“Lennie wouldn’t do that!” Jason whispered angrily after a rehearsal.
“At least my Lennie wouldn’t sound like a human tape recorder,” Liam snapped back.
Their fight grew bigger every day. Liam put vinegar in Jason’s water bottle. Jason “accidentally” locked Liam’s favorite script in the storage room. Their teacher even put up a sign saying “NO MOREFOOD FIGHTS” after they threw ketchup packets at each other.
The exploding moment came during their final practice. During the barn scene, Liam suddenly howled like a wolf. The younger students laughed loudly. Jason was so mad that he ran off the stage — and crashed right into the wooden chairs, breaking three of them.
That night, Jason couldn’t sleep. He kept thinking about how Liam used to gently push his shoulder before scary scenes to encourage him. At 1 AM, he got on his bike and rode back to school.
The storage room light was on. Inside, Liam was sitting on the floor, trying to fix the broken chairs. Next to him was a chocolate bar — the kind Jason always ate.
Jason froze, his eyes wide with a mix of astonishment and guilt when he realized it was the chairs he had kicked and broken. “Liam... I... I didn’t think I’d see you here fixing these,” Jason stammered, his voice barely above a whisper.
Liam kept his head low, “Yeah, well, someone had to. The show is next week.”
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。
Jason, at a loss for words but eager to help, grabbed a hammer and nails.
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On performance day, Jason and Liam stood side by side, ready to take the stage.
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参考答案
【答案】1．B 2．A 3．D
【答案】4．C 5．A 6．B 7．D
【答案】8．C 9．B 10．C 11．B
【答案】12．C 13．B 14．A 15．C
【答案】16．B 17．A 18．C 19．G 20．F
【答案】21．B 22．D 23．A 24．C 25．B 26．D 27．A 28．C 29．B 30．D 31．A 32．C 33．B 34．D 35．C
【答案】36．appealing 37．creativity 38．Unlike 39．how/that 40．admired 41．today’s 42．which 43．refreshingly 44．paired 45．a
46．【答案】Dear Jim,
Thank you for inviting me to share my thoughts on reading in the information age.
The digital age reshapes reading profoundly. While e-books and online articles offer instant access to global knowledge, fragmented information and digital distractions hinder deep reading.
To adapt, I blend digital and traditional methods. For quick updates, I read e-books on my phone for convenience. Yet, for serious learning, I choose paper books — they boost focus and memory without screen interruptions. I also allocate daily screen-free reading time to avoid distractions.
This hybrid strategy balances efficiency with thoughtful engagement. Hope it aids your project!
Yours,
Li Hua
47．【答案】范文
Jason, at a loss for words but eager to help, grabbed a hammer and nails. Clang! The first strike missed completely. “Let me,” Liam muttered, steadying Jason’s hand. With Liam guiding him, Jason lifted the hammer again. Bang! The nail sank deep into the chair leg. As they worked side by side, Liam nudged Jason, “Your book-accurate Lennie is solid. But my twists... they add spark.” Jason nodded, hammering a nail with more ease. “Why not mix them up We’ll nail the show.” Their eyes met, and they shared a grin, the hammering growing faster and more in sync. When Liam pulled out a smashed chocolate bar, Jason took half without a word. “Still partners ” Liam asked, shaking crumbs from his hair. “Only if you stop eating my snacks,” Jason replied, flicking a chocolate chip at him.
On performance day, Jason and Liam stood side by side, ready to take the stage. Jason delivered his lines with the precise gestures of a true book purist, while Liam added his signature quirks at just the right moments, making the audience burst into laughter. In the final scene, their emotional acting brought the characters vividly to life, leaving the audience wide-eyed. As the curtain fell, thunderous applause filled the hall. Their teacher rushed onto the stage, showering them with praise. Liam happily clipped the prop hammer to Jason’s tool belt. Jason nodded, his eyes shining with anticipation for future shows. Under the twinkling stars, they walked home together, the hammer a precious reminder of their accomplishment and friendship.

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