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2024-2025学年第二学期高三模拟测试
英语
本试卷共10页，满分120分。考试用时120分钟。
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必用黑色字迹钢笔或签字笔将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号和座位号填写在答题卡上。用2B铅笔将试卷类型（A）填涂在答题卡相应位置上。将条形码横贴在答题卡右上角“条形码粘贴处”。因笔试不考听力，选择题从第二部分的“阅读”开始，试题序号从“21”开始。
2. 作答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑；如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案，答案不能答在试卷上。
3. 非选择题必须用黑色字迹钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液。不按以上要求作答的答案无效。
4. 考生必须保持答题卡的整洁。考试结束后，将试卷和答题卡一并交回。
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
Sunshine Junior Golf Camps
Sunshine Junior Golf Camps for Beginners are designed to introduce you to the fun side of golf through playing games and contests. You will learn how to hit balls with a full swing, and how to chip and pitch. Most importantly, Sunshine Junior Golf Camps offer an opportunity to interact with other kids, get a good workout, enjoy the outdoors and learn a sport they can enjoy for the rest of their lives!
Schedule
The Beginners camps will cover three areas: the driving range, putting green and pitching green. Daily contests for prizes are always a big hit.
Preconditions
The Beginners camps are specific to juniors, ages 6-12 years old, with little to ZERO experience.
What to Bring
A registration confirmation email with details of what is needed will be sent from Tom Smith, Manager of Sunshine Junior Golf Camps. For safety and administrative purposes, a physical examination report is recommended and a safety agreement will be signed during check-in.
Cancellation Policy
PLEASE, NOTE OUR REFUND POLICY:
The class cancellation policy is a refund less 18% of registration fee until 7 days prior to the first day of camp. The refund is 50% of registration fee if canceled within 7days of the first day of camp. There is no refund if canceled two days (Saturday or Sunday) before the first class.
1. What is the main purpose of Sunshine Junior Golf Camps
A. To build team skills via tournaments.
B. To conduct advanced technical drills.
C. To offer coaching and equipment rental.
D. To provide fun training with peer bonding.
2. What is a must for check-in
A. Payment in advance.
B. Signed permission form.
C. A physical examination report.
D. An official email from the camp organizer.
3. How much fee is refunded if canceled 8 days before camp starts
A. Full refund. B. 82% of fee. C. 50% of fee. D. 18% of fee.
【答案】1. D 2. B 3. D
B
“Growing fruit trees is a very simple way to stay in love with our world,” says Vivian Keh, drama writer and daughter of immigrants. She holds a basket of persimmons (柿子) she planted to feel connected to her Korean ancestors. Keh is just one of the 50remarkable subjects in nature writer Amy Stewart’s The Tree Collectors: Tales of Arboreal Obsession, a book of people transformed by their love of trees.
Initially, Stewart thought collecting trees was strange. Later, curious about these tree lovers, she discovered educators, protectors and forward-thinkers, all drawn to a kind of collection, motivated by different reasons for planting trees. They plant trees in all kinds of places, big and small, public and private, nurturing (培育) their trees to honor beloved dead, attract wildlife, preserve rare species, connect to history, invest in the future, grow food and create beauty.
Steward categorizes these tree collectors according to their sense of purpose. Kenneth Hoegh, one of the book’s “ecologists” tests which cold-loving species might grow in a warming and historically treeless Greenland. “Healer” Joe Hamilton plants loblolly pines on land he got from his enslaved ancestors, intending to create a sustainable forest that will provide long-term wealth for his family. Reagan Wytsalucy wants to rebuild traditional peach gardens on Navajo land. She’s part of a group called “community builders” who work to bring people together.
Stewart’s watercolor illustrations make the book even more charming — She pictures the people in her stories and also captures the beauty of the trees, like the unique eucalyptus seeds and delicate camellia flowers.
After spending time in this varied community, you’ll undoubtedly experience a strong desire to rest under the shade of a leafy tree. But there’s more to it: the book gives people a chance to share what they love. “How often do any of us get a chance to pour our hearts out to a stranger ” she writes. “Somehow, talking about trees made it possible.”
4. What makes Stewart change her attitude towards tree collectors
A. Protection of wildlife. B. Fear of losing tree species.
C. Exploration of their motivations. D. Honor of their beloved dead.
5. What is the main purpose of Reagan Wytsalucy’s tree planting project
A. To develop rare tree species. B. To strengthen people’s social bonds.
C. To test new farming techniques. D. To create a lasting financial source.
6. What does the quote in the last paragraph suggest about discussing trees
A. It inspires new ideas. B. It allows deep emotional sharing.
C. It rarely happens in public. D. It helps resolve environmental issues.
7. What does the writer think of the book
A. Inspiring. B. Conventional. C. Complicated. D. Abstract.
【答案】4. C 5. B 6. B 7. A
C
Why do we yawn (打哈欠) This strange thing people do when they feel tired or bored is actually puzzling. Yawning can be incredibly easy to “catch” — when you see other people yawning, you may often find yourself wanting to yawn, too. Even reading about yawning can make you yawn.
Andrew Gallup, a yawn expert from the State University of New York Polytechnic Institute, explains that a natural yawn has nothing to do with boosting oxygen levels. Instead, it may make you feel more awake and seems to be caused by rises in brain temperature. One study, from Baylor University, suggests that catching a yawn is all about empathy (共情) — the ability to feel the emotions of others. The study shows that people who struggle to empathize with others are less likely to find a yawn catching.
It’s not just humans who yawn, though. Scientists have studied the behaviour in chimps (黑猩猩), wolves, sheep, sea animals and pet dogs. Do animals feel empathy too A study of lions in South Africa found that after yawning, they would synchronize their movements. This shows that a gaping mouth could be a way for the big cats to feel each other’s feelings, which is particularly important for highly social species such as lions. By copying each other, yawning may actually increase the awareness of a group as a whole.
Gallup says that this behaviour might have developed to keep groups of humans safe. Seeing a person yawning might therefore cause an observer to pay more attention. Gallup conducted a study to test this theory. He showed a number of people pictures of snakes, which are seen as a threat, and frogs, which are not, before and after they had watched a video of others yawning. While watching the video didn’t affect their ability to spot the non-threatening frogs, they were much better at spotting threatening snakes after watching others yawn.
So the next time someone yawns, don’t assume it’s because they’re bored. A yawn can mean many things, from showing empathy to communicating with others, or even protecting them from danger.
8. What is the finding of the Baylor University study
A. People can build empathy with the help of yawning.
B. Natural yawning mainly helps increase oxygen levels.
C. People with low empathy are less likely to catch a yawn.
D. Yawning can cause brain temperature to rise significantly.
9. What does the underlined phrase “synchronize their movements” in paragraph 3mean
A. Perform actions in harmony. B. Run in different directions.
C. Copy each other’s emotions. D. Move up and down randomly.
10. What can we infer about yawning from Gallup’s study
A It could reduce our capacity to maintain attention.
B. It may help improve our ability to recognize threats.
C. It can make us less sensitive to non-threatening items.
D. It might get us to be more aware of our surroundings.
11. What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
A. To explain the phenomenon of yawning.
B. To compare yawning in humans and animals.
C. To describe the cultural significance of yawning.
D. To explore impacts of yawning on social behaviour.
【答案】8. C 9. A 10. B 11. A
D
For centuries, what makes human creativity so precious is not only the final products it yields, but also the effort behind their creation. But in a world where AI can generate anything with the click of a button, how do we distinguish what truly matters How does human-made art survives
Throughout history, the most famous works of art, literature, and music have carried a sense of labor, dedication, and mastery. We don’t just admire the end product; we admire how it came to be. Masterpieces like Van Gogh’s “Starry Night” sustain not simply for their artistic beauty, but for the human stories they carry. They remind us that art is not just about beauty or skill — it is about intention, persistence, and what makes us human.
As AI floods the world with instant beauty, we’re entering an era of “aesthetic inflation”, where perfectly composed images, poetic style, and movie-like storytelling are available to anyone, instantly and at no cost. This makes us think about when beauty is effortless and endless, does human creations still have value
But human imperfection isn’t a weakness — it’s part of who we are, shaping our understanding of humanity. Our struggles, mistakes, and limitations aren’t just difficulties to overcome — they’re part of what gives life meaning. In this light, AI’s ability to create perfect art feels almost unnatural—a rejection of the struggle that gives creativity its weight. It may achieve technical perfection — but at the cost of the original energy that makes art stir feelings within people. Even at its most impressive, AI-generated art often feels empty. It has no real emotions or experiences, and no clear creator, failing to create unexpected surprises and arouse shared emotion with audience.
Therefore, to preserve meaning, selection and context become more crucial. As AI can produce endless content, the human elements like context, narrative and the reasoning behind art become the true value source. Also, AI can be a creative collaborator rather than a replacement, refining ideas while keeping human imperfection and feeling, and acting as an amplifier (放大镜) of human vision.
12. Why do masterpieces like “Starry Night” remain valuable in the AI era
A. They represent unique human characteristics.
B. They showcase brilliant artistic creation skill.
C. They are created through long production processes.
D. They contain human emotional depth and creative effort.
13. Why does the author mention “aesthetic inflation” in paragraph 3
A. To demonstrate AI’s efficiency in art creation.
B. To prove that AI-generated art is more affordable.
C. To criticize the overuse of technology in art creation.
D. To stress the devaluation of beauty due to mass production.
14. How does the author develop the argument in the passage
A. By giving examples.
B. By giving definitions.
C. By making comparisons.
D. By making classifications.
15 What is a suitable title for the text
A. A Guide to Perfect Art with AI
B. How to Create Art in the Age of AI
C. Why Human Art Still Matters in the AI Age
D. A New Revolution in Art Creation brought by AI
【答案】12. D 13. D 14. C 15. C
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
There has been a very serious decline in the numbers of shallow-water fish as a result of overfishing. People still want to eat fish, so the fishing industry must look at other sources, especially the deep waters of the Atlantic. ____16____
Conservation measures will have to be put in place if these deep-sea fish are to survive. Research on five such species shows that numbers have declined by between 87 percent and 98 percent. ____17____ Many species could well disappear completely if the present trend continues. These are species that have been swimming in our oceans for hundreds of millions of years.
The problem is emphasized by the fact that the decline in numbers happened in less than twenty years. Deep-sea fish take a long time to reproduce and normally live for many years. ____18____ The average size of such fish also declined, with one species showing a 57 percent decline in average size. This is of particular concern, as large fish tend to produce more offspring than small ones.
____19____ The deep-sea species have been caught as if they were the fast-breeding (快速繁殖) fish like sardine and herring. It is like killing elephants as if they reproduced at the same rate as rabbits.
The damage done by overfishing goes beyond the sea environment. Millions of people make a living in the fishing industry. ____20____ Measures must be taken to not only conserve ecosystems, but also sustain livelihoods and ensure food security.
A. Billions of people rely on fish for protein.
B. Many people now choose not to eat deep-sea fish.
C. Unfortunately, their reproduction rate is very low.
D. This puts them in the category of “critically endangered”.
E. None of these facts has been taken into account by the fishing industry.
F. Overfishing is a major cause of decline in populations of ocean wildlife.
G. This has resulted in a sharp decline in the numbers of many of the species caught.
【答案】16. G 17. D 18. C 19. E 20. A
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。
I was first going into this final day, the Junior Sled Dog Championship. We’d trained two years and wanted to beat Blake. I knelt down to pat Kenai and my hands ___21___ from nerves and excitement. Kenai tipped up his face to lick my chin. “You are ___22___, aren’t you ”
Just before the count down started, Blake shot me a ___23___ grin, hands trembling too. Then I heard, “Go!”___24___ I could yell “Hike!”, Kenai leaped forward. The rest of the dogs ___25___ after. We started last. We flew down the long hill. Then we ___26___ a corner. I leaned to keep the sled steady. Kenai saw Blake’s team before I did. His tail flew up, and he ___27___ . Seeing his tongue still flopping forward, I let him go all out. We closed the ___28___. A bridge later, we inched closer. On the next hill, Kenai drew even with Blake’s sled and then we passed it.
___29___ our sled hit a branch. The runners caught. I lost my ___30___ and fell off the sled. Witnessing the sled come to a stop, I struggled through the deep snow to Kenai. I ___31___. His shoulder was bleeding.
“Kenai! No!” My voice came out a howl. Kenai ___32___ to stand. He looked at me, his blue eyes___33___ to keep on. He would do it, too. For one frozen moment I saw myself on the winner’s stand with the trophy (奖杯). But no. I bent and gently ___34___ Kenai in a blanket.
The race vet examining Kenai, I watched Blake accept the trophy. Kenai squirming in my lap, I leaned over upon him. Just at that moment, I felt a warm tongue on my wet cheek. I smiled and realized that I had the ___35___ that really counted.
21. A. softened B. shook C. withdrew D. extended
22. A. clever B. thirsty C. helpful D. ready
23. A. broad B. satisfied C. tight D. slight
24. A. As B. Beyond C. Before D. After
25. A. pulled B. charged C. jumped D. barked
26. A. cut B. missed C. kept D. rounded
27 A. took off B. flew away C. turned around D. bent forward
28. A. race B. difference C. gap D. goal
29. A. Suddenly B. Finally C. Gradually D. Occasionally
30. A. way B. hold C. temper D. sight
31. A. quitted B. insisted C. sighed D. froze
32. A. struggled B. decided C. refused D. pretended
33. A. forcing B. begging C. ordering D. persuading
34. A. took up B. put up C. brought up D. wrapped up
35. A. achievement B. companion C. prize D. friendship
【答案】21. B 22. D 23. C 24. C 25. B 26. D 27. A 28. C 29. A 30. B 31. D 32. A 33. B 34. D 35. C
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
In Caoxian county, Shandong, hanfu workshops are innovating traditional designs. Li Zhen, ____36____ entrepreneur, explained that while classic hanfu’s length made summer sales slow, ____37____ (shorten) styles like half-skirts now meet warm-weather demand. “We refined designs through online consultations,” she added.
As an e-commerce and hanfu center, Caoxian is transforming summer ____38____ a peak season. At Youai Yuncang hanfu center, a nameless dress sold out ____39____ (instant). “Its lightweight, fold-free design suits all ages for daily wear,” said Li Zhen. As one of the Hanfu ____40____ (enthusiast), she praised summer-friendly horse-faced skirts: “They’re stylish and breathable.”
The neo-Chinese style, combining historical elements with modern fashion, ____41____ (fascinate) youth in recent years. During graduation season, Li Zhen cooperated with universities to integrate hanfu patterns into academic uniforms. “____42____ (wear) these clothes at cultural sites makes me feel part of a classical painting,” shared a Shanghai visitor.
This trend ____43____ (drive) by Post-00s designers. Zhang Zichen, a fashion graduate, joined the industry after a hanfu experience last October. “The summer sales proves our work,” she noted. Caoxian now hosts 1,200 of China’s top 2,000 online hanfu stores, employing 100,000 locals.
The county’s 5-kilometer production chain — from dyeing to sewing — supports a complete ____44____ (industry) chain. Kong Fanxing, Caoxian’s culture director, believes youth-led creativity will sustain hanfu’s growth through cultural-commercial cooperation, _____45_____ not only revives (复兴) our ancient art and culture home and abroad but strengthens our sense of identity.
【答案】36. an 37. shortened
38. into 39. instantly
40. enthusiasts
41. has fascinated
42. Wearing
43. is driven
44. industrial
45. which
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假如你是李华，你的英国朋友David正在筹备“体育与传承（Sports and Inheritance）”栏目，他邀请你在他的栏目中推广一项中国传统运动。请你写一封回信，内容包括：
1. 感谢邀请；
2. 推广一项中国传统运动
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear David,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear David,
Thank you so much for inviting me to promote a traditional Chinese sport in your “Sports and Inheritance” column. I’m really honored to have this chance.
I’d like to introduce Tai Chi. It combines slow paced movements with deep breathing. Practicing Tai Chi regularly can enhance flexibility and balance, which is suitable for people of all ages. Moreover, it serves as a carrier of Chinese traditional culture, deeply rooted in the principles of yin and yang, and inherits Chinese philosophy.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整短文。
Maggie was an average teenager who often felt invisible among her peers (同龄人). She felt like she was an outsider. School, in particular, was a source of anxiety for her.
When she was depressed, she would hide in her small garden. But the plants there never seemed to thrive (繁茂). It was always a disappointment, and she felt discouraged. “I am just a loser,” she thought to herself.
One day, while visiting a gardening website, Maggie discovered an exciting smart device called “GreenThumb.” It claimed to help even the most inexperienced gardeners grow amazing plants. Interested, she decided to give it a try.
As soon as Maggie received the GreenThumb device and unboxed it, she carefully followed the set up steps, and within minutes, GreenThumb was activated and began to scan (扫描) the garden. Imagine having a cool device that tells you exactly what the plants need — like a personal plant caretaker! It reminds you to water, gives you tips on when to feed your plants, and even warns you about diseases. GreenThumb was just like a friend who always cared and helped.
During a lunch break at school, some classmates began discussing the latest events that had happened. Maggie wanted to share GreenThumb with others, too. But her voice was soon drowned out by louder voices. The conversation soon shifted to music, with each person talking about their favorite song or artist. Maybe they didn’t hear her. Or they were just uninterested. She sank into silence, feeling unseen and unheard again. “I’ll show you what I can do with GreenThumb,” she said to herself with determination.
Every day after school, Maggie couldn’t wait to take care of her garden. She spent countless hours in her garden tending to each plant. At first, she strictly followed GreenThumb’s instructions. As time went by, she found her own talent in gardening and added some creative ideas to make her garden unique.
注意：
1. 词数150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
To Maggie’s joy, her garden became beautiful and lively in a few months.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
“I saw the pictures online! How did you make your garden so amazing ”a classmate asked one morning.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
【答案】
To Maggie’s joy, her garden became beautiful and lively in a few months. The plants she had once struggled to keep alive now flourished, displaying vibrant colors and fragrant blooms. She had created a small oasis in her backyard, a place where she could find solace and peace. Every evening, as the sun set, Maggie would sit in her garden, surrounded by the beauty she had nurtured, feeling a sense of accomplishment and belonging.
“I saw the pictures online! How did you make your garden so amazing ” a classmate asked one morning. Maggie smiled, feeling a warmth she had rarely experienced. She shared her story about GreenThumb and how it had transformed her garden. Her classmates listened attentively, their eyes wide with surprise and admiration. For the first time, Maggie felt seen and heard. She realized that by sharing her passion and hard work, she could connect with others and find her place among them. From that day on, Maggie not only continued to cultivate her garden but also nurtured new friendships, proving that sometimes, the smallest beginnings can lead to the greatest growth.2024-2025学年第二学期高三模拟测试
英语
本试卷共10页，满分120分。考试用时120分钟。
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必用黑色字迹钢笔或签字笔将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号和座位号填写在答题卡上。用2B铅笔将试卷类型（A）填涂在答题卡相应位置上。将条形码横贴在答题卡右上角“条形码粘贴处”。因笔试不考听力，选择题从第二部分的“阅读”开始，试题序号从“21”开始。
2. 作答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑；如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案，答案不能答在试卷上。
3. 非选择题必须用黑色字迹钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液。不按以上要求作答的答案无效。
4. 考生必须保持答题卡的整洁。考试结束后，将试卷和答题卡一并交回。
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
Sunshine Junior Golf Camps
Sunshine Junior Golf Camps for Beginners are designed to introduce you to the fun side of golf through playing games and contests. You will learn how to hit balls with a full swing, and how to chip and pitch. Most importantly, Sunshine Junior Golf Camps offer an opportunity to interact with other kids, get a good workout, enjoy the outdoors and learn a sport they can enjoy for the rest of their lives!
Schedule
The Beginners camps will cover three areas: the driving range, putting green and pitching green. Daily contests for prizes are always a big hit.
Preconditions
The Beginners camps are specific to juniors, ages 6-12 years old, with little to ZERO experience.
What to Bring
A registration confirmation email with details of what is needed will be sent from Tom Smith, Manager of Sunshine Junior Golf Camps. For safety and administrative purposes, a physical examination report is recommended and a safety agreement will be signed during check-in.
Cancellation Policy
PLEASE, NOTE OUR REFUND POLICY:
The class cancellation policy is a refund less 18% of registration fee until 7 days prior to the first day of camp. The refund is 50% of registration fee if canceled within 7days of the first day of camp. There is no refund if canceled two days (Saturday or Sunday) before the first class.
1. What is the main purpose of Sunshine Junior Golf Camps
A. To build team skills via tournaments.
B. To conduct advanced technical drills.
C. To offer coaching and equipment rental.
D. To provide fun training with peer bonding.
2. What is a must for check-in
A. Payment in advance.
B. Signed permission form.
C. A physical examination report.
D. An official email from the camp organizer.
3. How much fee is refunded if canceled 8 days before camp starts
A. Full refund. B. 82% of fee. C. 50% of fee. D. 18% of fee.
B
“Growing fruit trees is a very simple way to stay in love with our world,” says Vivian Keh, drama writer and daughter of immigrants. She holds a basket of persimmons (柿子) she planted to feel connected to her Korean ancestors. Keh is just one of the 50remarkable subjects in nature writer Amy Stewart’s The Tree Collectors: Tales of Arboreal Obsession, a book of people transformed by their love of trees.
Initially, Stewart thought collecting trees was strange. Later, curious about these tree lovers, she discovered educators, protectors and forward-thinkers, all drawn to a kind of collection, motivated by different reasons for planting trees. They plant trees in all kinds of places, big and small, public and private, nurturing (培育) their trees to honor beloved dead, attract wildlife, preserve rare species, connect to history, invest in the future, grow food and create beauty.
Steward categorizes these tree collectors according to their sense of purpose. Kenneth Hoegh, one of the book’s “ecologists” tests which cold-loving species might grow in a warming and historically treeless Greenland. “Healer” Joe Hamilton plants loblolly pines on land he got from his enslaved ancestors, intending to create a sustainable forest that will provide long-term wealth for his family. Reagan Wytsalucy wants to rebuild traditional peach gardens on Navajo land. She’s part of a group called “community builders” who work to bring people together.
Stewart’s watercolor illustrations make the book even more charming — She pictures the people in her stories and also captures the beauty of the trees, like the unique eucalyptus seeds and delicate camellia flowers.
After spending time in this varied community, you’ll undoubtedly experience a strong desire to rest under the shade of a leafy tree. But there’s more to it: the book gives people a chance to share what they love. “How often do any of us get a chance to pour our hearts out to a stranger ” she writes. “Somehow, talking about trees made it possible.”
4. What makes Stewart change her attitude towards tree collectors
A. Protection of wildlife. B. Fear of losing tree species.
C. Exploration of their motivations. D. Honor of their beloved dead.
5. What is the main purpose of Reagan Wytsalucy’s tree planting project
A. To develop rare tree species. B. To strengthen people’s social bonds.
C. To test new farming techniques. D. To create a lasting financial source.
6. What does the quote in the last paragraph suggest about discussing trees
A. It inspires new ideas. B. It allows deep emotional sharing.
C. It rarely happens in public. D. It helps resolve environmental issues.
7. What does the writer think of the book
A. Inspiring. B. Conventional. C. Complicated. D. Abstract.
C
Why do we yawn (打哈欠) This strange thing people do when they feel tired or bored is actually puzzling. Yawning can be incredibly easy to “catch” — when you see other people yawning you may often find yourself wanting to yawn, too. Even reading about yawning can make you yawn.
Andrew Gallup, a yawn expert from the State University of New York Polytechnic Institute, explains that a natural yawn has nothing to do with boosting oxygen levels. Instead, it may make you feel more awake and seems to be caused by rises in brain temperature. One study, from Baylor University, suggests that catching a yawn is all about empathy (共情) — the ability to feel the emotions of others. The study shows that people who struggle to empathize with others are less likely to find a yawn catching.
It’s not just humans who yawn, though. Scientists have studied the behaviour in chimps (黑猩猩), wolves, sheep, sea animals and pet dogs. Do animals feel empathy too A study of lions in South Africa found that after yawning, they would synchronize their movements. This shows that a gaping mouth could be a way for the big cats to feel each other’s feelings, which is particularly important for highly social species such as lions. By copying each other, yawning may actually increase the awareness of a group as a whole.
Gallup says that this behaviour might have developed to keep groups of humans safe. Seeing a person yawning might therefore cause an observer to pay more attention. Gallup conducted a study to test this theory. He showed a number of people pictures of snakes, which are seen as a threat, and frogs, which are not, before and after they had watched a video of others yawning. While watching the video didn’t affect their ability to spot the non-threatening frogs, they were much better at spotting threatening snakes after watching others yawn.
So the next time someone yawns, don’t assume it’s because they’re bored. A yawn can mean many things, from showing empathy to communicating with others, or even protecting them from danger.
8. What is the finding of the Baylor University study
A. People can build empathy with the help of yawning.
B. Natural yawning mainly helps increase oxygen levels.
C. People with low empathy are less likely to catch a yawn.
D. Yawning can cause brain temperature to rise significantly.
9. What does the underlined phrase “synchronize their movements” in paragraph 3mean
A. Perform actions in harmony. B. Run in different directions.
C. Copy each other’s emotions. D. Move up and down randomly.
10. What can we infer about yawning from Gallup’s study
A. It could reduce our capacity to maintain attention.
B. It may help improve our ability to recognize threats.
C. It can make us less sensitive to non-threatening items.
D. It might get us to be more aware of our surroundings.
11. What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
A. To explain the phenomenon of yawning.
B. To compare yawning in humans and animals.
C. To describe the cultural significance of yawning.
D. To explore impacts of yawning on social behaviour.
D
For centuries, what makes human creativity so precious is not only the final products it yields, but also the effort behind their creation. But in a world where AI can generate anything with the click of a button, how do we distinguish what truly matters How does human-made art survives
Throughout history, the most famous works of art, literature, and music have carried a sense of labor, dedication, and mastery. We don’t just admire the end product; we admire how it came to be. Masterpieces like Van Gogh’s “Starry Night” sustain not simply for their artistic beauty, but for the human stories they carry. They remind us that art is not just about beauty or skill — it is about intention, persistence, and what makes us human.
As AI floods the world with instant beauty, we’re entering an era of “aesthetic inflation”, where perfectly composed images, poetic style, and movie-like storytelling are available to anyone, instantly and at no cost. This makes us think about when beauty is effortless and endless, does human creations still have value
But human imperfection isn’t a weakness — it’s part of who we are, shaping our understanding of humanity. Our struggles, mistakes, and limitations aren’t just difficulties to overcome — they’re part of what gives life meaning. In this light, AI’s ability to create perfect art feels almost unnatural—a rejection of the struggle that gives creativity its weight. It may achieve technical perfection — but at the cost of the original energy that makes art stir feelings within people. Even at its most impressive, AI-generated art often feels empty. It has no real emotions or experiences, and no clear creator, failing to create unexpected surprises and arouse shared emotion with audience.
Therefore, to preserve meaning, selection and context become more crucial. As AI can produce endless content, the human elements like context, narrative and the reasoning behind art become the true value source. Also, AI can be a creative collaborator rather than a replacement, refining ideas while keeping human imperfection and feeling, and acting as an amplifier (放大镜) of human vision.
12. Why do masterpieces like “Starry Night” remain valuable in the AI era
A. They represent unique human characteristics.
B. They showcase brilliant artistic creation skill.
C. They are created through long production processes.
D. They contain human emotional depth and creative effort.
13. Why does the author mention “aesthetic inflation” in paragraph 3
A. To demonstrate AI’s efficiency in art creation.
B. To prove that AI-generated art is more affordable.
C. To criticize the overuse of technology in art creation.
D. To stress the devaluation of beauty due to mass production.
14. How does the author develop the argument in the passage
A. By giving examples.
B. By giving definitions.
C. By making comparisons.
D. By making classifications.
15. What is a suitable title for the text
A. A Guide to Perfect Art with AI
B. How to Create Art in the Age of AI
C. Why Human Art Still Matters in the AI Age
D. A New Revolution in Art Creation brought by AI
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。
There has been a very serious decline in the numbers of shallow-water fish as a result of overfishing. People still want to eat fish, so the fishing industry must look at other sources, especially the deep waters of the Atlantic. ____16____
Conservation measures will have to be put in place if these deep-sea fish are to survive. Research on five such species shows that numbers have declined by between 87 percent and 98 percent. ____17____ Many species could well disappear completely if the present trend continues. These are species that have been swimming in our oceans for hundreds of millions of years.
The problem is emphasized by the fact that the decline in numbers happened in less than twenty years. Deep-sea fish take a long time to reproduce and normally live for many years. ____18____ The average size of such fish also declined, with one species showing a 57 percent decline in average size. This is of particular concern, as large fish tend to produce more offspring than small ones.
____19____ The deep-sea species have been caught as if they were the fast-breeding (快速繁殖) fish like sardine and herring It is like killing elephants as if they reproduced at the same rate as rabbits.
The damage done by overfishing goes beyond the sea environment. Millions of people make a living in the fishing industry. ____20____ Measures must be taken to not only conserve ecosystems, but also sustain livelihoods and ensure food security.
A. Billions of people rely on fish for protein.
B. Many people now choose not to eat deep-sea fish.
C. Unfortunately, their reproduction rate is very low.
D. This puts them in the category of “critically endangered”.
E. None of these facts has been taken into account by the fishing industry.
F. Overfishing is a major cause of decline in populations of ocean wildlife.
G. This has resulted in a sharp decline in the numbers of many of the species caught.
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。
I was first going into this final day, the Junior Sled Dog Championship. We’d trained two years and wanted to beat Blake. I knelt down to pat Kenai and my hands ___21___ from nerves and excitement. Kenai tipped up his face to lick my chin. “You are ___22___, aren’t you ”
Just before the count down started, Blake shot me a ___23___ grin, hands trembling too. Then I heard, “Go!”___24___ I could yell “Hike!”, Kenai leaped forward. The rest of the dogs ___25___ after. We started last. We flew down the long hill. Then we ___26___ a corner. I leaned to keep the sled steady. Kenai saw Blake’s team before I did. His tail flew up, and he ___27___ . Seeing his tongue still flopping forward, I let him go all out. We closed the ___28___. A bridge later, we inched closer. On the next hill, Kenai drew even with Blake’s sled and then we passed it.
___29___ our sled hit a branch. The runners caught. I lost my ___30___ and fell off the sled. Witnessing the sled come to a stop, I struggled through the deep snow to Kenai. I ___31___. His shoulder was bleeding.
“Kenai! No!” My voice came out a howl. Kenai ___32___ to stand. He looked at me, his blue eyes___33___ to keep on. He would do it, too. For one frozen moment I saw myself on the winner’s stand with the trophy (奖杯). But no. I bent and gently ___34___ Kenai in a blanket.
The race vet examining Kenai, I watched Blake accept the trophy. Kenai squirming in my lap, I leaned over upon him. Just at that moment, I felt a warm tongue on my wet cheek. I smiled and realized that I had the ___35___ that really counted.
21. A. softened B. shook C. withdrew D. extended
22. A. clever B. thirsty C. helpful D. ready
23. A. broad B. satisfied C. tight D. slight
24. A. As B. Beyond C. Before D. After
25. A. pulled B. charged C. jumped D. barked
26. A. cut B. missed C. kept D. rounded
27. A. took off B. flew away C. turned around D. bent forward
28. A. race B. difference C. gap D. goal
29. A. Suddenly B. Finally C. Gradually D. Occasionally
30. A. way B. hold C. temper D. sight
31. A. quitted B. insisted C. sighed D. froze
32. A. struggled B. decided C. refused D. pretended
33. A. forcing B. begging C. ordering D. persuading
34. A. took up B. put up C. brought up D. wrapped up
35. A. achievement B. companion C. prize D. friendship
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
In Caoxian county, Shandong, hanfu workshops are innovating traditional designs. Li Zhen, ____36____ entrepreneur, explained that while classic hanfu’s length made summer sales slow, ____37____ (shorten) styles like half-skirts now meet warm-weather demand. “We refined designs through online consultations,” she added.
As an e-commerce and hanfu center, Caoxian is transforming summer ____38____ a peak season. At Youai Yuncang hanfu center, a nameless dress sold out ____39____ (instant). “Its lightweight, fold-free design suits all ages for daily wear,” said Li Zhen. As one of the Hanfu ____40____ (enthusiast), she praised summer-friendly horse-faced skirts: “They’re stylish and breathable.”
The neo-Chinese style, combining historical elements with modern fashion, ____41____ (fascinate) youth in recent years. During graduation season, Li Zhen cooperated with universities to integrate hanfu patterns into academic uniforms. “____42____ (wear) these clothes at cultural sites makes me feel part of a classical painting,” shared a Shanghai visitor.
This trend ____43____ (drive) by Post-00s designers. Zhang Zichen, a fashion graduate, joined the industry after a hanfu experience last October. “The summer sales proves our work,” she noted. Caoxian now hosts 1,200 of China’s top 2,000 online hanfu stores, employing 100,000 locals.
The county’s 5-kilometer production chain — from dyeing to sewing — supports a complete ____44____ (industry) chain. Kong Fanxing, Caoxian’s culture director, believes youth-led creativity will sustain hanfu’s growth through cultural-commercial cooperation, _____45_____ not only revives (复兴) our ancient art and culture home and abroad but strengthens our sense of identity.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假如你是李华，你的英国朋友David正在筹备“体育与传承（Sports and Inheritance）”栏目，他邀请你在他的栏目中推广一项中国传统运动。请你写一封回信，内容包括：
1. 感谢邀请；
2. 推广一项中国传统运动。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear David,
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Yours,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Maggie was an average teenager who often felt invisible among her peers (同龄人). She felt like she was an outsider. School in particular, was a source of anxiety for her.
When she was depressed she would hide in her small garden. But the plants there never seemed to thrive (繁茂). It was always a disappointment, and she felt discouraged. “I am just a loser,” she thought to herself.
One day, while visiting a gardening website, Maggie discovered an exciting smart device called “GreenThumb.” It claimed to help even the most inexperienced gardeners grow amazing plants. Interested, she decided to give it a try.
As soon as Maggie received the GreenThumb device and unboxed it, she carefully followed the set up steps, and within minutes, GreenThumb was activated and began to scan (扫描) the garden. Imagine having a cool device that tells you exactly what the plants need — like a personal plant caretaker! It reminds you to water, gives you tips on when to feed your plants, and even warns you about diseases. GreenThumb was just like a friend who always cared and helped.
During a lunch break at school some classmates began discussing the latest events that had happened. Maggie wanted to share GreenThumb with others, too. But her voice was soon drowned out by louder voices. The conversation soon shifted to music, with each person talking about their favorite song or artist. Maybe they didn’t hear her. Or they were just uninterested. She sank into silence, feeling unseen and unheard again. “I’ll show you what I can do with GreenThumb,” she said to herself with determination.
Every day after school, Maggie couldn’t wait to take care of her garden. She spent countless hours in her garden tending to each plant. At first, she strictly followed GreenThumb’s instructions. As time went by, she found her own talent in gardening and added some creative ideas to make her garden unique.
注意：
1. 词数150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
To Maggie’s joy, her garden became beautiful and lively in a few months.
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“I saw the pictures online! How did you make your garden so amazing ”a classmate asked one morning.
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