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冀州中学25高考保温试卷
高三年级英语试题
时间：120分钟 总分：150分
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第一部分 听力（共两节，满分 30 分）
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1. What did the man do on the farm
A. He watered trees. B. He analyzed soil. C. He grew vegetables.
2. Why does the woman live at school
A. Her family moves frequently. B. Her parents tell her to do that.
C. She wants to make more friends.
3. What does the woman’s cat prefer
A. New toys. B. Fancy beds. C. Thick paper boxes.
4. What was wrong with Fred
A. He slipped on the ice. B. He hit his leg on the table.
C. He had trouble concentrating.
5. How does the man feel about Emma
A. She’s sociable. B. She’s determined. C. She’s silent.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6. What makes the woman confused
A. Bank loan. B. Subscription fee. C. Membership renewal.
7. How much did the couple pay for Global Media annually
A. $162. B. $180. C. $198.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. AI-hosted programs. B. AI-powered work planning.
C. AI-assisted songwriting.
9. What does the man think of the use of AI
A. It is helpful. B. It is perfect. C. It is disappointing.
10. What will the speakers do next
A. Try a new tool. B. Listen to music. C. Get back to work.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
11. Who is the woman talking to
A. A customer service staff. B. A product designer.
C. A repairman.
12. What bothered the woman about the kettle
A. Charging the battery. B. Memorizing the instructions.
C. Setting the temperature.
13. What will the woman get
A. Another kettle. B. A book. C. Cups.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
14. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Classmates. B. Teacher and student. C. Boss and employee.
15. What is the first step of the experiment
A. Calculate the energy output of the materials. B. Check the heat produced by the materials.
C. Measure the temperatures of the materials.
16. How does the man sound
A. Angry. B. Nervous. C. Patient.
17. Where will the speakers meet later
A. In the break room. B. In the dining hall. C. In the science lab.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18. Who is the speaker probably
A. A tourist: B. A tour guide. C. A historian.
19. What does the speaker suggest doing
A. Observing the color of the stone. B. Having dinner in the garden.
C Taking pictures inside.
20. When will the speaker get off work
A. In two hours. B. in four hours. C. In-six/ hours.
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
Use your camera and words to express your understanding of Confucian thought. With your passion and creativity, connect the past and present, bridge China and the world.
Rules
Who Can Participate: This contest is open to teenagers from around the world and is divided into two categories: domestic and international.
Submission Period: Submissions are open until March 31, 2025.
Title and Language: The title should be self-chosen and language can be either Chinese or English.
Submission Guidelines
Writing: The style is open. Submissions must present a clear and well-defined viewpoint, with a maximum word/character count of 4000 .
Video: Videos can be presented in a variety of formats, with a maximum duration of 5 minutes. The resolution should be at least, and the file size should not exceed in MP4 or MOV format. A description of no more than 200 words should accompany the submission.
Photo: Submissions can include photography or illustration. Each set may include up to 10 images, with each photo not going beyond 5MB in JPG or PNG format. A description of no more than 200 words is required.
Submission: Submit online at contest website or via QR code on the poster.
Point to Note: From the date of enrollment (注册), participants must observe the event’s guidelines. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.
Prizes and Recognition
Each category will feature four awards: Grand Prize (1), Runners-up (10), Most Innovative Creations (20), and Finalists. Winning works will be showcased and recognized with certificates.
Organizations promoting group participation may be awarded the "Best Organization" title. Outstanding works will be displayed at the 2025 China International Confucius Cultural Festival and featured in the 21st Century Cup series of events, offering global cultural exchange opportunities.
1. Which is a qualified submission
A. A 3-MB photo in PNG format. B. A 12-image collection.
C. A 5-minute video in AVI format. D. A 5000-word writing.
2. What is required for participants
A. Submit after March 31.
B. Hand in works on site.
C. Follow guidelines from registration.
D. Use both Chinese and English in entries.
3. What is the text
A. A forum invitation. B. A competition notice.
C. An academic review. D. An event promotion.
【答案】1. A 2. C 3. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇应用文。本文是一篇关于全球青少年参与的儒家思想主题创作大赛的通知。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据Photo部分的“Submissions can include photography or illustration. Each set may include up to 10 images, with each photo not going beyond 5MB in JPG or PNG format.(提交的作品可以包括摄影或插图。每组最多可包含10张图片，每张图片的大小不超过5MB，格式为JPG或PNG。)”可知，一张PNG格式的3MB照片是符合要求的提交作品。故选A。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Point to Note部分的“From the date of enrollment (注册), participants must observe the event’s guidelines. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.(从注册之日起，参赛者必须遵守活动的指南。未能遵守可能会导致取消资格。)”可知，参赛者需要从注册之日起遵守活动指南。故选C。
【3题详解】
推理判断题。通读全文可知，文章主要介绍了全球青少年参与的儒家思想主题创作大赛的相关信息，包括参赛对象、提交期限、作品要求、提交方式、注意事项以及奖项设置等，由此可知，这是一篇比赛通知。故选B。
B
A garden constructed with “humble” clay fashioned into 3D - printed bricks has claimed the first green medal at the Chelsea Flower Show for being the most environmentally sustainable design.
The Chelsea Flower Show, a celebrated global event held annually at Chelsea, London, has been a foundation of the gardening calendar since 1913. It began as a way to show the latest trends in gardening and plant varieties. The Environmental Innovation Award is the first of its sort and goes along with the gold, silver and bronze medals awarded to the most attractive and interesting gardens.
Giulio Giorgi, a first-time Chelsea designer, stated he created the green-medal-winning garden with no concrete. Most gardens contain concrete in some form and the materials they are built from often generate the highest carbon footprint.
While the employment of pollinator - friendly plants, wild areas and sensible use of water are well - known easy ways to make a garden more sustainable, Giorgi said it was crucial to focus on the building materials as their carbon footprint was often overlooked.
“We typically use a lot of metal, cement (水泥) and then all the energy we have to put in to build the gardens. The material in our garden is low-temperature-fired clay, a resource that can be found pretty much everywhere. We made this clay into 3D-printed bricks, connecting ancient tradition with novel practices so carbon emissions are the lowest possible, if any. The bricks keep water like a sponge and release it when drought strikes plants,” said Giorgi.
Judges considered end-of-life plans for the gardens and whether materials could be reused. The 3D-printed nature of Giorgi's garden means it can easily be taken apart and put together again. As a result, when it is relocated to RHS Garden Wisley, where it will live on after the show as an educational facility, the carbon emissions will be low as no materials will be wasted.
4. What do we know about the Chelsea Flower Show
A. It values sustainability and appeal.
B. It aimed to encourage outdoor fitness.
C. It prohibits concrete in competing gardens.
D. It has a tradition of advocating for greenness.
5. What advantage does clay have over other building materials according to Giorgi
A. It catches fire less easily.
B. It's more durable and absorbent.
C. It takes less labor to produce.
D. It's eco - friendly and more available.
6. What will become of Giorgi's garden after the show
A. It'll be sold publicly.
B. It'll serve as an urban landmark.
C. It'll be turned into a school.
D. It'll come into play in another spot.
7. What can be the best title for the text
A. Clay Bricks: Recyclable Building Material
B. Chelsea Flower Show: Celebration of Gardening
C. Garden with Clay Bricks: Winner of Green Medal
D Giulio Giorgi: Designer Enthusiastic about High - Tech
【答案】4. A 5. D 6. D 7. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了在切尔西花展上，一座由“不起眼”的黏土制成的3D打印砖块建造的花园因其最具环境可持续性的设计获得了首个绿色奖章，还介绍了该花园的设计理念以及优势等。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第一段“A garden constructed with “humble” clay fashioned into 3D - printed bricks has claimed the first green medal at the Chelsea Flower Show for being the most environmentally sustainable design.(一座由“不起眼”的黏土制成的3D打印砖块建造的花园因其最具环境可持续性的设计在切尔西花展上获得了首个绿色奖章)” 以及第二段“The Environmental Innovation Award is the first of its sort and goes along with the gold, silver and bronze medals awarded to the most attractive and interesting gardens.(环境创新奖是此类奖项中的第一个，与颁发给最具吸引力和趣味性花园的金、银、铜牌一同颁发)”可知，切尔西花展既重视可持续性，又重视花园的吸引力。A 选项“It values sustainability and appeal.(它重视可持续性和吸引力。)”符合文意，故选A项。
【5题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第五段“The material in our garden is low - temperature - fired clay, a resource that can be found pretty much everywhere. We made this clay into 3D - printed bricks, connecting ancient tradition with novel practices so carbon emissions are the lowest possible, if any.(我们花园里的材料是低温烧制的粘土，这种资源几乎随处可见。我们将这种粘土制成3D打印砖，将古老的传统与新颖的做法相结合，从而尽可能降低碳排放，如果有的话)”可知，与其他建筑材料相比，粘土更环保且更容易获取。故选D项。
【6题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章最后一段“As a result, when it is relocated to RHS Garden Wisley, where it will live on after the show as an educational facility, the carbon emissions will be low as no materials will be wasted.(因此，当它被搬迁到英国皇家园艺学会威斯利花园（RHS Garden Wisley），在展览结束后作为一个教育设施继续存在时，碳排放将很低，因为不会浪费任何材料)”可知，展览结束后，Giorgi的花园将被搬迁到另一个地方继续发挥作用。故选D项。
【7题详解】
主旨大意题。文章第一段“A garden constructed with "humble" clay fashioned into 3D - printed bricks has claimed the first green medal at the Chelsea Flower Show for being the most environmentally sustainable design.(一个由“普通”粘土制成3D打印砖建造的花园，因其是最环保的设计而在切尔西花展上获得了第一枚绿色奖章。)”、第二段“The Environmental Innovation Award is the first of its sort and goes along with the gold, silver and bronze medals awarded to the most attractive and interesting gardens.(环境创新奖是此类奖项中的第一个，与颁发给最具吸引力和趣味性花园的金、银、铜牌一同颁发)”、第五段“The material in our garden is low - temperature - fired clay, a resource that can be found pretty much everywhere. We made this clay into 3D - printed bricks, connecting ancient tradition with novel practices so carbon emissions are the lowest possible, if any.(我们花园里的材料是低温烧制的粘土，这种资源几乎随处可见。我们将这种粘土制成3D打印砖，将古老的传统与新颖的做法相结合，从而尽可能降低碳排放，如果有的话)”以及最后一段“As a result, when it is relocated to RHS Garden Wisley, where it will live on after the show as an educational facility, the carbon emissions will be low as no materials will be wasted.(因此，当它被搬迁到英国皇家园艺学会威斯利花园（RHS Garden Wisley），在展览结束后作为一个教育设施继续存在时，碳排放将很低，因为不会浪费任何材料)”可知，文章介绍了用粘土砖建造的花园获得了切尔西花展的绿色奖章，随后的段落围绕这个花园展开介绍，包括其建造材料粘土的优势、花园的可持续性以及展览结束后的去向等。所以C项“Garden with Clay Bricks: Winner of Green Medal(用粘土砖建造的花园：绿色奖章获得者)”最适合作为文章标题。故选C项。
C
Some of the world’s 7,000 languages disappear annually and many are endangered for not being spoken widely in formal settings like schools. A quiet fightback is under way in communities that feel their traditions are drowned out by the dominance of the most globally spoken languages.
Tochi Precious, a Nigerian, says, “It pains me to see a language dying off, because it’s not just about the language, but about the history and culture associated with it.” It was the community aspect that brought her to join efforts to save Igbo, an endangered African language. Ensuring there’s a substantial record of words and meanings, and how it is written and used is key, according to campaigners like Precious, who aid others in their languages’ protection through the organisation Wikitongues.
Amrit Sufi, an Indian speaking Angika, records videos and uploads them to preserve its oral culture via Wikitongues, too. “It’s urgent to document and make it accessible, not just stored in a library,” she says. “Oral culture is disappearing as new generations are more subject to consuming industry-produced music rather than sitting in groups and singing. They’re ashamed to speak it due to a perceived dishonor attached to it, seeing Angika beneath dominant languages.”
Wikitongues focuses on helping document languages using collective resources such as dictionaries and alternative-language Wikipedia entries. Wikipedia is favoured by language activists as a way to upload media and build effective and affordable dictionaries.
There are moves to use artificial intelligence to document languages by processing texts and feeding them into chatbots. Many activists create books, videos and munity radio stations also have a long record of providing services in local languages. Despite such preservation, activists then have to persuade people to use a language — a major challenge.
“While Igbo is one of Nigeria’s largest languages, parents believe only English is useful for children’s future, insisting that if they don’t speak English, they appear ignorant and don’t belong,” Precious says. “But efforts to save it have worked — the language is flowering again.”
8. How do Precious and Sufi help prevent language loss
A. Through national programs. B. Through word of mouth.
C. Through mass music formats. D. Through Internet technology.
9. What may be the reason for the downfall of Angika according to Sufi
A. Decline in population. B. Lack of job-market demands.
C. Prejudice against Angika. D. Absence of formal education.
10. What is the toughest thing facing activists about an endangered language
A. Promoting its use. B. Building community cooperation.
C. Obtaining financial support. D. Getting advanced recording devices.
11. What is Precious’ attitude towards the Igbo rescue move
A. Skeptical. B. Positive. C. Pessimistic. D. Uncaring.
【答案】8. D 9. C 10. A 11. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了世界上每年都有语言消失，为此有人通过互联网技术来防止语言丧失。
【8题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“Ensuring there’s a substantial record of words and meanings, and how it is written and used is key, according to campaigners like Precious, who aid others in their languages’ protection through the organisation Wikitongues.(像Precious这样的活动人士通过维基语言组织帮助其他人保护他们的语言，他们表示，确保有大量的单词和含义记录，以及如何书写和使用是关键)”以及第三段“Amrit Sufi, an Indian speaking Angika, records videos and uploads them to preserve its oral culture via Wikitongues, too.(Amrit Sufi，一个说Angika语的印度人，也通过维基语言录制视频并上传，以保存其口头文化)”可知，Precious和Sufi通过互联网技术帮助防止语言丧失。故选D。
【9题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“They’re ashamed to speak it due to a perceived dishonor attached to it, seeing Angika beneath dominant languages.(他们羞于说这句话，因为他们觉得这是一种耻辱，认为安吉卡在主流语言之下)”可知，Sufi认为对安吉卡的偏见导致了安吉卡的衰败。故选C。
【10题详解】
细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“Despite such preservation, activists then have to persuade people to use a language — a major challenge.(尽管有这样的保护，活动人士还必须说服人们使用一种语言——这是一个重大挑战)”可知，对于濒危语言，活动人士面临的最大难题是促进其使用。故选A。
【11题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“But efforts to save it have worked — the language is flowering again.(但拯救它的努力取得了成效——这种语言再次开花结果)”可知，Precious对伊博人的救援行动持积极态度。故选B。
D
A watched pot never boils, but time has wings when you’re having fun. The familiar saying has a basis in solid science — our sense of time does expand and contract depending on the way we experience the world. Even delicate visual features can affect how we perceive time. New research shows more memorable images seem to last longer.
Martin Wiener, head of the research, says the finding helps reveal how the brain’s time-bending strategy allows it to process and remember more information. While what is actually happening in the brain when time seems to expand remains unclear, scientists suspect it may have something to do with helping the brain process more information in limited time.
This is especially relevant for the brain’s visual system which, subjected to information overload, has to rank in order of importance, allowing for limited resources. Recent research has shown some images are more naturally memorable than others.
To understand how this memorability of an image, along with a few simpler visual features such as scene size and disorder, might relate to our subjective sense of time, Wiener and his colleagues conducted related experiments, in which subjects were shown images with varying durations and were asked to categorize whether the length of time on the screen was either “short” or “long”. The next day they were given a surprise memory test to see which images they recalled seeing.
The researchers found larger scene sizes seemed to extend time while more disorderly scenes seemed to contract it. Besides, the subjects perceived more memorable images remained on the screen longer, even if they were all presented for the same amount of time. To find the underlying factor, the team fed the same memorability-ranked images to a neural network modeled after the brain’s visual system and found more memorable images were processed faster.
The explanation for why our brain’s faster processing would slow time is that it’s increasing the amount of information it can take in at once. Limited resources to process information may act as a sort of bottleneck, which the brain can widen when it needs to absorb more information, thus dilating time.
12. What does the saying “A watched pot never boils” describe
A. The unnoticed passage of time. B. The hardship of preparing cuisine.
C. The feeling that time hangs heavy. D. The perception that time is confusing.
13. How does the brain’s visual system handle information
A. By sorting randomly. B. By comparing similar scenes.
C. By setting priorities. D. By screening out complex images.
14. Which of the images seems to last longest if shown on the screen for an equal duration based on the study
A. B. C. D.
15. What does the underlined word “dilating” in the last paragraph mean
A. Using up. B. Clearing away. C. Cutting down. D. Stretching out.
【答案】12. C 13. C 14. B 15. D
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章探讨了大脑如何通过视觉系统对时间感知进行扭曲，并通过实验揭示了图像的大小、混乱程度和记忆性对时间感知的影响。
【12题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段“A watched pot never boils, but time has wings when you’re having fun. The familiar saying has a basis in solid science — our sense of time does expand and contract depending on the way we experience the world. (心急水不沸，欢乐时光总觉短。这句俗语有科学依据——我们的时间感知确实会随着体验世界的方式而扩展或收缩。)” 可知，当人们专注于某件事情时，如等待水烧开，会感觉时间过得很慢，而当人们享受某件事时，时间似乎过得很快，说明人对时间的感知因体验不同而变化。谚语“心急水不沸”描述等待时感觉时间漫长，即“时间凝固般的沉重感”。故选C项。
【13题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“This is especially relevant for the brain’s visual system which, subjected to information overload, has to rank in order of importance, allowing for limited resources. (这对大脑的视觉系统尤为重要，因为视觉系统在信息过载时会根据重要性排序，以分配有限的资源。)”可知，大脑视觉系统会根据重要程度设置优先级排序来处理信息。故选C项。
【14题详解】
逻辑推理题。根据第五段“The researchers found larger scene sizes seemed to extend time while more disorderly scenes seemed to contract it. Besides, the subjects perceived more memorable images remained on the screen longer, even if they were all presented for the same amount of time. (研究人员发现，较大的场景似乎会延长时间，而更混乱的场景似乎会缩短时间。此外，受试者觉得更易记忆的图像在屏幕上停留时间更长，即使它们呈现的时间相同。)” 可知，研究发现，如果显示在屏幕上的时间相同，场景更大、相对清晰且不纷乱的、更易记忆的图像会让人觉得在屏幕上停留的时间更久；由此可知，根据这项研究，如果在屏幕上显示相同的时间，B幅图像似乎持续时间最长。故选B项。
【15题详解】
词句猜测题。根据最后一段第一句“The explanation for why our brain’s faster processing would slow time is that it’s increasing the amount of information it can take in at once.(为什么我们大脑更快的处理速度会减慢时间的解释是，它增加了一次可以吸收的信息量。)”以及划线词所在句“Limited resources to process information may act as a sort of bottleneck, which the brain can widen when it needs to absorb more information, thus dilating time. (有限的信息处理能力可能成为一种瓶颈，而大脑可以通过扩大这种瓶颈来吸收更多信息，从而dilating时间。)”可知，当信息处理能力有限时，可能会成为一种瓶颈，所以大脑扩大瓶颈来吸收更多信息，从而让人觉得时间在变慢，即让时间延长。因此推断dilating意思是“拉长，延展”，与Stretching out表达的意思一致。故选D项。
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Patience is a virtue because it cultivates inner strength and sound judgment. In a world that often feels rushed and demanding, the ability to wait calmly and tolerate delays really empowers us to make clear-headed decisions. ____16____ Thus it can prevent us from making choices in a hurry that could have negative consequences.
With patience, we’re able to handle challenges with a level head. It helps us to focus on long-term goals rather than short-term setbacks. Things can’t always go according to plan. ____17____ It gives us the strength and determination to remain optimistic. Cultivating patience allows us to appreciate the process of growth and helps us handle difficulties with grace.
____18____ But we can remain calm peaceful, and happy regardless. Patience plays its most important role in our interactions with people. With patience, we don’t explode at people easily. We work on gathering more information and looking for a solution instead.
Another important key to patience is gratitude. Instead of focusing on what we want right now we focus on being grateful for what we already have. When we are grateful for what we have, we improve our ability to be patient. ____19____ If you resist this, you suffer. That suffering creates more impatience. But if you accept that one of the guarantees of life is change, you will relax.
Patience is being present, examining your options, and working to move forward. If things work out, then great. But if they don’t, then we try something else. It’s just that simple. There is so much good in developing the virtue of patience. It takes work, it takes effort, but there are so many benefits of developing patience. ____20____
A. It’s necessary to make early plans.
B. However, we must realize that life changes.
C. This promotes a great sense of achievement.
D. Patience may not always give us what we want.
E. Being patient helps us avoid acting out of anger.
F. Patience improves our ability to deal with frustration.
G. With patience, you will find life flows more beautifully.
【答案】16. E 17. F 18. D 19. B 20. G
【解析】
【导语】本文是说明文。文章强调耐心是一种美德，能培养内在力量和明智判断，帮助我们冷静面对挑战，专注于长期目标。耐心让我们在挫折中保持乐观，改善人际关系，减少冲动和愤怒。感恩和接受变化是耐心的关键。耐心虽需努力培养，但能让生活更美好。
【16题详解】
上文“In a world that often feels rushed and demanding, the ability to wait calmly and tolerate delays really empowers us to make clear-headed decisions.(在一个常常让人感到匆忙和要求苛刻的世界里，能够冷静等待并容忍延迟的能力，真的赋予了我们做出明智决策的力量。)”提到耐心能让我们冷静等待，避免冲动决策，E项“保持耐心可以帮助我们避免因愤怒而采取行动。”符合语境，进一步说明耐心如何帮助我们避免因愤怒而做出错误行为，与上下文逻辑紧密相连。故选E。
【17题详解】
前文“With patience, we’re able to handle challenges with a level head. It helps us to focus on long-term goals rather than short-term setbacks. Things can’t always go according to plan.(有了耐心，我们能够以冷静的头脑应对挑战。它帮助我们专注于长期目标，而不是短期的挫折。事情并不总能按计划进行。)”说明了耐心的现实意义，有耐心让我们冷静面对挑战，专注长期目标，F项“耐心可能并不总能给我们想要的东西。”引出耐心的另一个现实意义——耐心并不总能让我们得到想要的结果，但即便如此，它依然能帮助我们保持积极的心态，与下文“It gives us the strength and determination to remain optimistic.( 但它赋予了我们保持乐观的力量和决心。)”形成对比和呼应。故选F。
18题详解】
由下文的转折“But we can remain calm, peaceful, and happy regardless. Patience plays its most important role in our interactions with people. With patience, we don’t explode at people easily. We work on gathering more information and looking for a solution instead.(但我们仍然可以保持冷静、平和和快乐。耐心在我们与他人的互动中发挥着最重要的作用。有了耐心，我们不会轻易对别人发火。我们会努力收集更多信息，寻找解决方案。)”可推断，空处总结上文提到的耐心在面对挑战时的作用，即帮助我们更好地应对挫折和困难，因此推断D项“耐心可能并不总能给我们想要的东西。”与下文是转折关系。故选D。
【19题详解】
前文“Another important key to patience is gratitude. Instead of focusing on what we want right now, we focus on being grateful for what we already have. When we are grateful for what we have, we improve our ability to be patient.(耐心的另一个关键是感恩。而不是专注于我们现在想要什么，我们专注于感激我们已经拥有的。当我们感激我们所拥有的，我们提高了耐心的能力。)”此句引出耐心与接受生活变化之间的关系，因此推断B项“然而，我们必须认识到生活是变化的。”与下文“But if you accept that one of the guarantees of life is change, you will relax.(但如果你接受生活的保证之一就是变化，你就会放松下来。)”接受变化能减少不耐烦形成因果关系，说明耐心与接受现实之间的联系。故选B。
【20题详解】
此句为最后一句，总结全文，呼应开头“Patience is a virtue because it cultivates inner strength and sound judgment.(耐心是一种美德，因为它能培养内心的力量和健全的判断力。)”耐心是一种美德，强调耐心带来的积极影响，即让生活变得更加美好。因此推断G项“有了耐心，你会发现生活会变得更加美好。”符合语境，故选G。
第一节 完形填空（共15小题，每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
“What do you want to do for your birthday Buy some new skin cream ” my husband asked me.
“No, I…I want…I don’t know,” I stuttered. “Something ____21____.”
How to celebrate I couldn’t think of any event that would ____22____ my attitude towards my birthday.
Christmas time had always been my favorite celebration. I loved to ____23____ my family and friends gifts. And that’s when I ____24____ it. If I loved offering gifts, then I could do that for my birthday! Why not This is how I came up with my ____25____ Birthday Person.
In the months before my birthday, I think of all the people who have ____26____ me. I search for a small gift. Then I plan what I want to ____27____. After writing it, I create the ____28____ product and mail it with my gift. There have been many ____29____ of joy, or of healing involved in writing notes to my Birthday Person, which were _____30_____ on the giving and the receiving end.
I chose my mom the first year. She gave me life and _____31_____ a great deal of fun and love along the way. The _____32_____ were my sisters, brothers, daughters, youth directors, grandchildren, and friends — all people who have changed my life in _____33_____ ways.
My “Birthday Person” tradition has _____34_____ to many of my friends. The power of turning a potential negative into a positive, of saying “thank you” before it’s too late, is more _____35_____ than any skin cream could ever be.
21. A. outstanding B. special C. permanent D. strange
22. A. improve B. predict C. maintain D. examine
23. A. show B. spare C. pass D. give
24. A. fulfilled B. realized C. observed D. attained
25. A. monthly B. quarterly C. annual D. regular
26. A. pursued B. respected C. served D. blessed
27. A. speak B. say C. think D. sing
28. A. costly B. uneven C. finished D. similar
29. A. tears B. efforts C. sweats D. pains
30. A. stopped B. needed C. cleared D. shared
31. A. adjusted B. added C. hid D. returned
32. A. below B. latter C. successor D. following
33. A. amazing B. substantial C. practical D. vivid
34. A. spread B. turned C. referred D. belonged
35. A. available B. creative C. refreshing D. potential
【答案】21. B 22. A 23. D 24. B 25. C 26. D 27. B 28. C 29. A 30. D 31. B 32. D 33. A 34. A 35. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者过生日的一种特别方式——选择一个“生日人”，并为其准备礼物和写便签纸表达感激，这种方式给作者和很多人都带来了积极的影响。
【21题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：来点特别的（庆祝方式）。A. outstanding杰出的；B. special特别的；C. permanent永久的；D. strange奇怪的。根据上文“I don’t know”及下文作者想过一种特别的庆祝生日的方式可知，此处应用special，表示“特别的”。故选B。
【22题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我想不出有什么活动能改善我对生日的态度。A. improve改善；B. predict预测；C. maintain保持；D. examine检查。根据下文“If I loved offering gifts, then I could do that for my birthday! Why not ”可知，作者想出了一个能改善自己对生日态度的庆祝方式，即选择一个“生日人”并为其准备礼物。故选A。
【23题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我喜欢给我的家人和朋友送礼物。A. show展示；B. spare抽出；C. pass传递；D. give给。根据下文“If I loved offering gifts”可知，作者喜欢给家人和朋友送礼物。故选D。
【24题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：就在那时我意识到了这个事情。A. fulfilled实现；B. realized意识到；C. observed观察；D. attained获得。根据下文“If I loved offering gifts, then I could do that for my birthday! Why not ”可知，作者意识到自己喜爱送礼物，因此决定在生日时也为别人送礼物。故选B。
【25题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我就是这样想出了我一年一度的“生日人”。A. monthly每月的；B. quarterly每季度的；C. annual每年的；D. regular有规律的。根据上文“for my birthday”可知，生日是每年一次的，因此“生日人”也是一年一度的。故选C。
【26题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：在我生日前的几个月里，我想到了所有祝福过我的人。A. pursued追求；B. respected尊重；C. served服务；D. blessed祝福。根据下文“all people who have changed my life”可知，作者想到的是所有祝福过自己、对自己有积极影响的人。故选D。
【27题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：然后我计划我想说什么。A. speak说（强调说的动作）；B. say说（强调说的内容）；C. think想；D. sing唱。根据下文“writing notes to my Birthday Person”可知，作者计划把要说的内容写出来给“生日人”。故选B。
【28题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：写完后，我制作出成品并和礼物一起寄出去。A. costly昂贵的；B. uneven不均匀的；C. finished完成的；D. similar相似的。根据“mail it with my gift”可知，作者写完后，制作出了成品。故选C。
【29题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：在给“生日人”写便签纸的过程中，有很多喜悦或治愈的泪水，这些都在给予和接受的过程中被分享。A. tears泪水；B. efforts努力；C. sweats汗水；D. pains疼痛。根据“of joy, or of healing”可知，此处是指喜悦或治愈的泪水。故选A。
【30题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：在给“生日人”写便签纸的过程中，有很多喜悦或治愈的泪水，这些都在给予和接受的过程中被分享。A. stopped停止；B. needed需要；C. cleared清除；D. shared分享。根据“on the giving and the receiving end”可知，喜悦或治愈是被分享的。故选D。
【31题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：她给了我生命，并在这一路上增添了许多乐趣和爱。A. adjusted调整；B. added增添；C. hid隐藏；D. returned返回。根据“a great deal of fun and love along the way”可知，作者的母亲在作者的生命旅程中增添了许多乐趣和爱。故选B。
【32题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：接下来是我的姐妹、兄弟、女儿、青年主管、孙子和朋友们——所有以惊人的方式改变了我生活的人。A. below下面；B. latter后者；C. successor继任者；D. following接下来，追随者。根据上文“I chose my mom the first year.”可知，作者第一年选择了母亲作为“生日人”，接下来又选择了其他人。故选D。
【33题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：接下来是我的姐妹、兄弟、女儿、青年主管、孙子和朋友们——所有以惊人的方式改变了我生活的人。A. amazing令人惊异的；B. substantial大量的；C. practical实用的；D. vivid生动的。根据上文“all people who have changed my life”可知，这些人以惊人的方式改变了作者的生活。故选A。
【34题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我的“生日人”传统已经传播到了我的许多朋友中。A. spread传播；B. turned转动；C. referred参考；D. belonged属于。根据“to many of my friends”可知，作者的“生日人”传统已经传播到了许多朋友中。故选A。
【35题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：把潜在的消极转化为积极，在为时已晚之前说“谢谢”的力量，比任何护肤霜都更让人提神。A. available可获得的；B. creative创造性的；C. refreshing提神的；D. potential潜在的。根据“The power of turning a potential negative into a positive, of saying ‘thank you’ before it’s too late”可知，把潜在的消极转化为积极，在为时已晚之前说“谢谢”的力量，比任何护肤霜都更让人提神。故选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。
Sophie Chen, a 35-year-old vlogger from Chester, England, has emerged as a cultural “ambassador (大使)” promoting Liuzhou in south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region through social media.
In 2012, drawn by the growing interest in Mandarin Chinese across the United Kingdom, she ____36____(begin) her journey in China in a rural village ____37____ locals welcomed her warmly. Later that year, she settled in Liuzhou, finding similarities between her new home and Chester, both ____38____(feature) pristine rivers, cultural heritage and ____39____(industry) bases.
Chen has documented her life in Liuzhou through short ____40____(video), capturing both her personal growth and the city’s development. For instance, in one video about the Liujiang River, she highlighted the city’s nationally ____41____(recognize) water quality, which has ranked first in China for surface water quality since 2020.
She credits luosifen, the city’s famous river snail rice noodles, as a key factor in her attachment ____42____ Liuzhou. She has adopted local customs, from using chopsticks to trying traditional practices like guasha, ____43____ therapeutic(治疗的) scraping technique. Chen noted that many people worldwide are curious about China and have warm feelings toward the country. She uses her social media presence to share ____44____ she sees in Liuzhou, helping more people understand the beauty of Liuzhou and Guangxi, as well as the charm of China.
Having witnessed Liuzhou’s development for over 12 years, Chen expressed her commitment _____45_____(continue) documenting the city’s evolution and sharing authentic stories about China through her video content.
【答案】36. began
37. where 38. featuring
39. industrial
40. videos 41. recognized
42. to 43. a
44. what 45. to continue
【解析】
【导语】本文是说明文。文章讲述了英国博主Sophie Chen如何通过社交媒体宣传中国柳州的文化、发展和生活点滴，成为中英文化交流的“大使”。她分享了柳州的自然美景、文化遗产和地方美食，帮助世界更好地了解中国。
【36题详解】
考查动词时态。句意：2012年，出于对英国日益增长的普通话学习兴趣，她开始了在中国一个农村的旅程，那里当地人热情地欢迎了她。begin是谓语动词，由In 2012可知，时态为一般过去时，故填began。
【37题详解】
考查定语从句。句意同上。空处引导定语从句，先行词是village，从句中作地点状语，用关系副词where，故填where。
【38题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：那一年晚些时候，她定居柳州，发现新家与柴郡有许多相似之处，两者都以清澈的河流、文化遗产和工业基地为特色。句子主语是settled，故feature用非谓语动词形式，feature与逻辑主语。故填featuring。
【39题详解】
考查形容词。句意同上。修饰名词bases用形容词作定语，故填industrial。
【40题详解】
考查名词。句意：陈通过短视频记录了她在柳州的生活，捕捉了她个人成长和城市发展的情况。video作介词through的宾语，可是名词，根据句意用复数，故填videos。
【41题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：例如，在一段关于柳江的视频中，她强调了该市在全国认可的水质，自2020年以来，柳州的水质一直位居中国地表水质量之首。recognize作定语修饰water，二者之间是被动关系，用过去分词作定语，故填recognized。
【42题详解】
考查介词。句意：她认为柳州著名的螺蛳粉是她对这座城市产生深厚感情的关键因素。attachment to“对……的依恋/情感依附”是固定搭配，故填to。
【43题详解】
考查冠词。句意：她已经融入了当地习俗，从使用筷子到尝试传统疗法，如刮痧——一种治疗性刮擦技术。此处泛指“一种技术”，用不定冠词修饰。therapeutic首字母的发音为辅音音素。故填a。
【44题详解】
考查宾语从句。句意：她利用社交媒体展示她在柳州所看到的一切，帮助更多人了解柳州和广西的美丽以及中国的魅力。share后接宾语从句，从句缺少宾语，指物，用连接词what。故填what。
【45题详解】
考查不定式。句意：在柳州生活了12年后，陈表示她将继续记录这座城市的发展，并通过她的视频内容分享关于中国的真实故事。commitment后接不定式作后置定语，故填to continue。
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 上周你校开展了主题为“科学管理体重”的系列活动，请你给校英文报写一篇报道。内容包括：
1. 活动内容；
2. 活动反响。
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。
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
【答案】One possible version:
Last week, our school launched a series of activities themed “Scientific Weight Management,” including expert lectures on balanced nutrition, fun fitness challenges, and BMI screenings. Students also participated in interactive workshops to learn about healthy eating habits and exercise routines.
The events received enthusiastic responses. Many found the practical tips helpful, while the fitness challenges boosted motivation. Teachers praised the focus on long-term health rather than quick fixes. This initiative has inspired our school community to adopt healthier lifestyles.
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文写作中的报道。要求考生给校英文报写一篇报道，报道学校开展的主题为“科学管理体重”的系列活动。
【详解】1.词汇积累
参加：participate in→ take part in
许多：many→ a great many
提高：boost→ promote/ improve
激励：inspire→ encourage
2.句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句：Last week, our school launched a series of activities themed “Scientific Weight Management,” including expert lectures on balanced nutrition, fun fitness challenges, and BMI screenings.
拓展句：Last week, our school launched a series of activities themed “Scientific Weight Management,” which include expert lectures on balanced nutrition, fun fitness challenges, and BMI screenings.
【点睛】【高分句型1】Last week, our school launched a series of activities themed “Scientific Weight Management,” including expert lectures on balanced nutrition, fun fitness challenges, and BMI screenings.（运用了过去分词短语作后置定语）
【高分句型2】Many found the practical tips helpful, while the fitness challenges boosted motivation.（运用了while连接并列句表示对比关系）
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。
Jack leaned against his apartment’s kitchen counter, gazing at the growing mountain of bills. Despite the city’s promise of opportunities, he struggled with a low-paying job and high expenses. Every month felt like a battle to make ends meet. He missed the warmth of Mr. Thompson’s old house, where every tenant (租户) felt like family and Mr. Thompson treated each tenant with constant kindness.
One cool autumn day, as Jack sorted through his mail, mostly consisting of bills and advertisements, a plain white envelope caught his eye. The return address belonged to Mr. Thompson. Heart pounding with curiosity, Jack tore it open. Inside, a check for $2,500 and a handwritten note fell into his hands.
“Dear Jack,
I hope this letter finds you well. I’ve recently sold the old house, and it felt only right to share a portion of the proceeds with those who made it a home. Over the years, watching young people like you grow and pursue their dreams has been my greatest reward. Your presence brought joy and warmth to our community. I wish you all the best.
Warm regards,
Thompson”
Jack’s eyes welled up with tears of gratitude. This unexpected windfall was more than just money-it was a lifeline, a ray of hope in his struggles. The gesture reminded him of all the times Mr. Thompson had shown similar kindness to his tenants, from helping with repairs to offering wise advice during difficult times.
The check trembled in Jack’s hand. It could fix everything, he thought-the unpaid rent, the empty fridge, and the endless fear. But his chest tightened. Memories of his father’s lectures echoed: “Never depend on others. Stand on your own.” Jack had promised to prove himself in the city, yet here he was, drowning.
Mr. Thompson’s words warmed him, but doubt crept in. Was it a charity case He needed answers-not from the money, but from the man who sent it.
Jack paced, the check glaring from the table. He imagined Mr. Thompson’s kind eyes. This isn’t pity, Jack reasoned. It’s... thanks.
注意:
(1)续写词数应为150左右；
(2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Anyway, Jack was determined to express his gratitude in person.
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Inspired by Mr. Thompson’s words, Jack knew what to do next.
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【答案】 Anyway, Jack was determined to express his gratitude in person. He carefully placed the check in his wallet and set out for Mr. Thompson’s new address. When he arrived, Mr. Thompson greeted him warmly, inviting him in. Jack’s voice trembled as he thanked Mr. Thompson for the generous gift. “It’s more than just money to me,” Jack said, eyes welling up. “It’s hope.” Mr. Thompson smiled, patting Jack’s shoulder. “You deserve it, Jack. You’ve always been a good tenant and a kind person. I believe in you.” Jack left with a lighter heart, feeling more grateful than ever.
Inspired by Mr. Thompson’s words, Jack knew what to do next. He returned home and sat down to make a plan. He decided to use part of the money to pay off his debts and buy groceries. But the rest, he would save. He realized that Mr. Thompson’s kindness wasn’t just a handout — it was a vote of confidence. Jack vowed to work harder, find a better job, and one day, pay it forward. He looked at the check, now a symbol of hope and belief, and smiled. He knew he could do it. With renewed determination, Jack set out to build a brighter future for himself.
【解析】
【导语】文章以人物为线索展开，讲述了Jack在城市中艰难生活，收到前房东Mr. Thompson寄来的一张2500美元的支票和一张手写便条，便条中Mr. Thompson表示希望这笔钱能帮助Jack，并对他给社区带来的快乐和温暖表示感谢，这让Jack非常感动，但同时也让他陷入了是否应该接受这笔钱的犹豫之中。
【详解】1.段落续写
①由第一段首句内容“无论如何，Jack决定亲自去表达他的感激之情。”可知，第一段可描写Jack亲自去感谢Mr. Thompson，并表达这笔钱对他来说意味着希望，Mr. Thompson则鼓励了Jack，让他心怀感激地离开。
②由第二段首句内容“受到Mr. Thompson话语的启发，Jack知道接下来该做什么了。”可知，第二段可描写Jack的具体做法以及感悟。
2.续写线索：表达感谢——解释原因——得到鼓励——接受帮助——感悟——决定传递善意
3.词汇激活
行为类
①出发：set out/set off
②颤抖：tremble/shiver
③值得：deserve/be worth
④决定做某事：decide to do/determine to do
情绪类
①感谢：thank/appreciate
②善良的：kind/virtuous
【点睛】[高分句型1]Jack left with a lighter heart, feeling more grateful than ever.（运用了现在分词作状语）
[高分句型2]He realized that Mr. Thompson’s kindness wasn’t just a handout — it was a vote of confidence.（运用了that引导宾语从句）冀州中学25高考保温试卷
高三年级英语试题
时间：120分钟 总分：150分
注意事项：
1．答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其它答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。
3．考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分 30 分）
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1 What did the man do on the farm
A. He watered trees. B. He analyzed soil. C. He grew vegetables.
2. Why does the woman live at school
A. Her family moves frequently. B. Her parents tell her to do that.
C. She wants to make more friends.
3. What does the woman’s cat prefer
A. New toys. B. Fancy beds. C. Thick paper boxes.
4. What was wrong with Fred
A. He slipped on the ice. B. He hit his leg on the table.
C He had trouble concentrating.
5. How does the man feel about Emma
A. She’s sociable. B. She’s determined. C. She’s silent.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6. What makes the woman confused
A. Bank loan. B. Subscription fee. C. Membership renewal.
7. How much did the couple pay for Global Media annually
A. $162. B. $180. C. $198.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. AI-hosted programs. B. AI-powered work planning.
C. AI-assisted songwriting.
9. What does the man think of the use of AI
A. It is helpful. B. It is perfect. C. It is disappointing.
10. What will the speakers do next
A. Try a new tool. B. Listen to music. C. Get back to work.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
11. Who is the woman talking to
A. A customer service staff. B. A product designer.
C. A repairman.
12. What bothered the woman about the kettle
A. Charging the battery. B. Memorizing the instructions.
C. Setting the temperature.
13. What will the woman get
A. Another kettle. B. A book. C. Cups.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
14. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Classmates. B. Teacher and student. C. Boss and employee.
15. What is the first step of the experiment
A. Calculate the energy output of the materials. B. Check the heat produced by the materials.
C. Measure the temperatures of the materials.
16. How does the man sound
A. Angry. B. Nervous. C. Patient.
17. Where will the speakers meet later
A. In the break room. B. In the dining hall. C. In the science lab.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18. Who is the speaker probably
A. A tourist: B. A tour guide. C. A historian.
19. What does the speaker suggest doing
A. Observing the color of the stone. B. Having dinner in the garden.
C. Taking pictures inside.
20. When will the speaker get off work
A. In two hours. B. in four hours. C. In-six/ hours.
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
Use your camera and words to express your understanding of Confucian thought. With your passion and creativity, connect the past and present, bridge China and the world.
Rules
Who Can Participate: This contest is open to teenagers from around the world and is divided into two categories: domestic and international.
Submission Period: Submissions are open until March 31 2025.
Title and Language: The title should be self-chosen and language can be either Chinese or English.
Submission Guidelines
Writing: The style is open. Submissions must present a clear and well-defined viewpoint, with a maximum word/character count of 4000 .
Video: Videos can be presented in a variety of formats with a maximum duration of 5 minutes. The resolution should be at least, and the file size should not exceed in MP4 or MOV format. A description of no more than 200 words should accompany the submission.
Photo: Submissions can include photography or illustration. Each set may include up to 10 images, with each photo not going beyond 5MB in JPG or PNG format. A description of no more than 200 words is required.
Submission: Submit online at contest website or via QR code on the poster.
Point to Note: From the date of enrollment (注册), participants must observe the event’s guidelines. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.
Prizes and Recognition
Each category will feature four awards: Grand Prize (1), Runners-up (10), Most Innovative Creations (20), and Finalists. Winning works will be showcased and recognized with certificates.
Organizations promoting group participation may be awarded the "Best Organization" title. Outstanding works will be displayed at the 2025 China International Confucius Cultural Festival and featured in the 21st Century Cup series of events, offering global cultural exchange opportunities.
1. Which is a qualified submission
A. A 3-MB photo in PNG format. B. A 12-image collection.
C. A 5-minute video in AVI format. D. A 5000-word writing.
2. What is required for participants
A. Submit after March 31.
B. Hand in works on site.
C. Follow guidelines from registration.
D. Use both Chinese and English in entries.
3. What is the text
A. A forum invitation. B. A competition notice.
C. An academic review. D. An event promotion.
B
A garden constructed with “humble” clay fashioned into 3D - printed bricks has claimed the first green medal at the Chelsea Flower Show for being the most environmentally sustainable design.
The Chelsea Flower Show, a celebrated global event held annually at Chelsea, London, has been a foundation of the gardening calendar since 1913. It began as a way to show the latest trends in gardening and plant varieties. The Environmental Innovation Award is the first of its sort and goes along with the gold, silver and bronze medals awarded to the most attractive and interesting gardens.
Giulio Giorgi, a first-time Chelsea designer, stated he created the green-medal-winning garden with no concrete. Most gardens contain concrete in some form and the materials they are built from often generate the highest carbon footprint.
While the employment of pollinator - friendly plants, wild areas and sensible use of water are well - known easy ways to make a garden more sustainable, Giorgi said it was crucial to focus on the building materials as their carbon footprint was often overlooked.
“We typically use a lot of metal, cement (水泥) and then all the energy we have to put in to build the gardens. The material in our garden is low-temperature-fired clay, a resource that can be found pretty much everywhere. We made this clay into 3D-printed bricks, connecting ancient tradition with novel practices so carbon emissions are the lowest possible, if any. The bricks keep water like a sponge and release it when drought strikes plants,” said Giorgi.
Judges considered end-of-life plans for the gardens and whether materials could be reused. The 3D-printed nature of Giorgi's garden means it can easily be taken apart and put together again. As a result, when it is relocated to RHS Garden Wisley, where it will live on after the show as an educational facility, the carbon emissions will be low as no materials will be wasted.
4. What do we know about the Chelsea Flower Show
A. It values sustainability and appeal.
B. It aimed to encourage outdoor fitness.
C. It prohibits concrete in competing gardens.
D. It has a tradition of advocating for greenness.
5. What advantage does clay have over other building materials according to Giorgi
A. It catches fire less easily.
B. It's more durable and absorbent.
C. It takes less labor to produce.
D. It's eco - friendly and more available.
6. What will become of Giorgi's garden after the show
A. It'll be sold publicly.
B. It'll serve as an urban landmark.
C. It'll be turned into a school.
D. It'll come into play in another spot.
7. What can be the best title for the text
A. Clay Bricks: Recyclable Building Material
B. Chelsea Flower Show: Celebration of Gardening
C. Garden with Clay Bricks: Winner of Green Medal
D. Giulio Giorgi: Designer Enthusiastic about High - Tech
C
Some of the world’s 7,000 languages disappear annually and many are endangered for not being spoken widely in formal settings like schools. A quiet fightback is under way in communities that feel their traditions are drowned out by the dominance of the most globally spoken languages.
Tochi Precious, a Nigerian, says, “It pains me to see a language dying off, because it’s not just about the language, but about the history and culture associated with it.” It was the community aspect that brought her to join efforts to save Igbo, an endangered African language. Ensuring there’s a substantial record of words and meanings, and how it is written and used is key, according to campaigners like Precious, who aid others in their languages’ protection through the organisation Wikitongues.
Amrit Sufi, an Indian speaking Angika, records videos and uploads them to preserve its oral culture via Wikitongues, too. “It’s urgent to document and make it accessible, not just stored in a library,” she says. “Oral culture is disappearing as new generations are more subject to consuming industry-produced music rather than sitting in groups and singing. They’re ashamed to speak it due to a perceived dishonor attached to it, seeing Angika beneath dominant languages.”
Wikitongues focuses on helping document languages using collective resources such as dictionaries and alternative-language Wikipedia entries. Wikipedia is favoured by language activists as a way to upload media and build effective and affordable dictionaries.
There are moves to use artificial intelligence to document languages by processing texts and feeding them into chatbots. Many activists create books, videos and munity radio stations also have a long record of providing services in local languages. Despite such preservation, activists then have to persuade people to use a language — a major challenge.
“While Igbo is one of Nigeria’s largest languages, parents believe only English is useful for children’s future, insisting that if they don’t speak English, they appear ignorant and don’t belong,” Precious says. “But efforts to save it have worked — the language is flowering again.”
8. How do Precious and Sufi help prevent language loss
A. Through national programs. B. Through word of mouth.
C. Through mass music formats. D. Through Internet technology.
9. What may be the reason for the downfall of Angika according to Sufi
A. Decline in population. B. Lack of job-market demands.
C. Prejudice against Angika. D. Absence of formal education.
10. What is the toughest thing facing activists about an endangered language
A. Promoting its use. B. Building community cooperation.
C. Obtaining financial support. D. Getting advanced recording devices.
11. What is Precious’ attitude towards the Igbo rescue move
A. Skeptical. B. Positive. C. Pessimistic. D. Uncaring.
D
A watched pot never boils, but time has wings when you’re having fun. The familiar saying has a basis in solid science — our sense of time does expand and contract depending on the way we experience the world. Even delicate visual features can affect how we perceive time. New research shows more memorable images seem to last longer.
Martin Wiener, head of the research, says the finding helps reveal how the brain’s time-bending strategy allows it to process and remember more information. While what is actually happening in the brain when time seems to expand remains unclear, scientists suspect it may have something to do with helping the brain process more information in limited time.
This is especially relevant for the brain’s visual system which, subjected to information overload, has to rank in order of importance, allowing for limited resources. Recent research has shown some images are more naturally memorable than others.
To understand how this memorability of an image, along with a few simpler visual features such as scene size and disorder, might relate to our subjective sense of time, Wiener and his colleagues conducted related experiments, in which subjects were shown images with varying durations and were asked to categorize whether the length of time on the screen was either “short” or “long”. The next day they were given a surprise memory test to see which images they recalled seeing.
The researchers found larger scene sizes seemed to extend time while more disorderly scenes seemed to contract it. Besides, the subjects perceived more memorable images remained on the screen longer, even if they were all presented for the same amount of time. To find the underlying factor, the team fed the same memorability-ranked images to a neural network modeled after the brain’s visual system and found more memorable images were processed faster.
The explanation for why our brain’s faster processing would slow time is that it’s increasing the amount of information it can take in at once. Limited resources to process information may act as a sort of bottleneck, which the brain can widen when it needs to absorb more information, thus dilating time.
12. What does the saying “A watched pot never boils” describe
A. The unnoticed passage of time. B. The hardship of preparing cuisine.
C. The feeling that time hangs heavy. D. The perception that time is confusing.
13. How does the brain’s visual system handle information
A. By sorting randomly. B. By comparing similar scenes.
C. By setting priorities. D. By screening out complex images.
14. Which of the images seems to last longest if shown on the screen for an equal duration based on the study
A. B. C. D.
15. What does the underlined word “dilating” in the last paragraph mean
A Using up. B. Clearing away. C. Cutting down. D. Stretching out.
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Patience is a virtue because it cultivates inner strength and sound judgment. In a world that often feels rushed and demanding, the ability to wait calmly and tolerate delays really empowers us to make clear-headed decisions. ____16____ Thus it can prevent us from making choices in a hurry that could have negative consequences.
With patience, we’re able to handle challenges with a level head. It helps us to focus on long-term goals rather than short-term setbacks. Things can’t always go according to plan. ____17____ It gives us the strength and determination to remain optimistic. Cultivating patience allows us to appreciate the process of growth and helps us handle difficulties with grace.
____18____ But we can remain calm, peaceful, and happy regardless. Patience plays its most important role in our interactions with people. With patience, we don’t explode at people easily. We work on gathering more information and looking for a solution instead.
Another important key to patience is gratitude. Instead of focusing on what we want right now, we focus on being grateful for what we already have. When we are grateful for what we have, we improve our ability to be patient. ____19____ If you resist this, you suffer. That suffering creates more impatience. But if you accept that one of the guarantees of life is change, you will relax.
Patience is being present, examining your options, and working to move forward. If things work out, then great. But if they don’t, then we try something else. It’s just that simple. There is so much good in developing the virtue of patience. It takes work, it takes effort, but there are so many benefits of developing patience. ____20____
A. It’s necessary to make early plans.
B. However, we must realize that life changes.
C. This promotes a great sense of achievement.
D. Patience may not always give us what we want.
E. Being patient helps us avoid acting out of anger.
F. Patience improves our ability to deal with frustration.
G. With patience, you will find life flows more beautifully.
第一节 完形填空（共15小题，每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
“What do you want to do for your birthday Buy some new skin cream ” my husband asked me.
“No, I…I want…I don’t know,” I stuttered. “Something ____21____.”
How to celebrate I couldn’t think of any event that would ____22____ my attitude towards my birthday.
Christmas time had always been my favorite celebration. I loved to ____23____ my family and friends gifts. And that’s when I ____24____ it. If I loved offering gifts, then I could do that for my birthday! Why not This is how I came up with my ____25____ Birthday Person.
In the months before my birthday, I think of all the people who have ____26____ me. I search for a small gift. Then I plan what I want to ____27____. After writing it, I create the ____28____ product and mail it with my gift. There have been many ____29____ of joy, or of healing involved in writing notes to my Birthday Person, which were _____30_____ on the giving and the receiving end.
I chose my mom the first year. She gave me life and _____31_____ a great deal of fun and love along the way. The _____32_____ were my sisters, brothers, daughters, youth directors, grandchildren, and friends — all people who have changed my life in _____33_____ ways.
My “Birthday Person” tradition has _____34_____ to many of my friends. The power of turning a potential negative into a positive, of saying “thank you” before it’s too late, is more _____35_____ than any skin cream could ever be.
21. A. outstanding B. special C. permanent D. strange
22. A. improve B. predict C. maintain D. examine
23. A. show B. spare C. pass D. give
24. A. fulfilled B. realized C. observed D. attained
25. A. monthly B. quarterly C. annual D. regular
26. A. pursued B. respected C. served D. blessed
27. A. speak B. say C. think D. sing
28. A. costly B. uneven C. finished D. similar
29. A. tears B. efforts C. sweats D. pains
30. A. stopped B. needed C. cleared D. shared
31. A. adjusted B. added C. hid D. returned
32. A. below B. latter C. successor D. following
33. A. amazing B. substantial C. practical D. vivid
34. A. spread B. turned C. referred D. belonged
35. A. available B. creative C. refreshing D. potential
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。
Sophie Chen, a 35-year-old vlogger from Chester, England, has emerged as a cultural “ambassador (大使)” promoting Liuzhou in south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region through social media.
In 2012, drawn by the growing interest in Mandarin Chinese across the United Kingdom, she ____36____(begin) her journey in China in a rural village ____37____ locals welcomed her warmly. Later that year, she settled in Liuzhou, finding similarities between her new home and Chester, both ____38____(feature) pristine rivers, cultural heritage and ____39____(industry) bases.
Chen has documented her life in Liuzhou through short ____40____(video), capturing both her personal growth and the city’s development. For instance, in one video about the Liujiang River, she highlighted the city’s nationally ____41____(recognize) water quality, which has ranked first in China for surface water quality since 2020.
She credits luosifen, the city’s famous river snail rice noodles, as a key factor in her attachment ____42____ Liuzhou. She has adopted local customs, from using chopsticks to trying traditional practices like guasha, ____43____ therapeutic(治疗的) scraping technique. Chen noted that many people worldwide are curious about China and have warm feelings toward the country. She uses her social media presence to share ____44____ she sees in Liuzhou, helping more people understand the beauty of Liuzhou and Guangxi, as well as the charm of China.
Having witnessed Liuzhou’s development for over 12 years, Chen expressed her commitment _____45_____(continue) documenting the city’s evolution and sharing authentic stories about China through her video content.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 上周你校开展了主题为“科学管理体重”的系列活动，请你给校英文报写一篇报道。内容包括：
1. 活动内容；
2. 活动反响。
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。
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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。
Jack leaned against his apartment’s kitchen counter, gazing at the growing mountain of bills. Despite the city’s promise of opportunities, he struggled with a low-paying job and high expenses. Every month felt like a battle to make ends meet. He missed the warmth of Mr. Thompson’s old house, where every tenant (租户) felt like family and Mr. Thompson treated each tenant with constant kindness.
One cool autumn day, as Jack sorted through his mail, mostly consisting of bills and advertisements, a plain white envelope caught his eye. The return address belonged to Mr. Thompson. Heart pounding with curiosity, Jack tore it open. Inside, a check for $2,500 and a handwritten note fell into his hands.
“Dear Jack,
I hope this letter finds you well. I’ve recently sold the old house, and it felt only right to share a portion of the proceeds with those who made it a home. Over the years, watching young people like you grow and pursue their dreams has been my greatest reward. Your presence brought joy and warmth to our community. I wish you all the best.
Warm regards,
Thompson”
Jack’s eyes welled up with tears of gratitude. This unexpected windfall was more than just money-it was a lifeline, a ray of hope in his struggles. The gesture reminded him of all the times Mr. Thompson had shown similar kindness to his tenants, from helping with repairs to offering wise advice during difficult times.
The check trembled in Jack’s hand. It could fix everything, he thought-the unpaid rent, the empty fridge, and the endless fear. But his chest tightened. Memories of his father’s lectures echoed: “Never depend on others. Stand on your own.” Jack had promised to prove himself in the city, yet here he was, drowning.
Mr. Thompson’s words warmed him, but doubt crept in. Was it a charity case He needed answers-not from the money, but from the man who sent it.
Jack paced, the check glaring from the table. He imagined Mr. Thompson’s kind eyes. This isn’t pity, Jack reasoned. It’s... thanks.
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Anyway, Jack was determined to express his gratitude in person.
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Inspired by Mr. Thompson’s words, Jack knew what to do next.
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