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高三英语测试(2025.5.28)
I. Grammar and Vocabulary
Section A
Directions: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.
Moving to a new place can be terrifying, but volunteering offers a great way to adapt, meet locals, and gain skills. That’s _____1_____ we’re spotlighting Kajal Patil, a volunteer who moved and found volunteer opportunities on VolunteerMatch to make an impact in her new community.
Kajal moved to the United States from India in February 2017. _____2_____ (volunteer) for two years as an assistant yoga teacher in her home country, Kajal was enthusiastic about volunteering and began looking for volunteer opportunities that match her interests on VolunteerMatch. “I enjoy volunteering and it’s great to have such meaningful experiences in life,” says Kajal.
Kajal was drawn to a volunteer opportunity with the Meridian International Center _____3_____ (review) applications on behalf of the Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI). Kajal had previous experience working with the markets _____4_____ candidates were applying, and the position also afforded her the opportunity to work remotely.
After connecting with the opportunity on VolunteerMatch and successfully _____5_____ (complete) the application process, Kajal got to work. Her role involved reviewing 44 in-depth applications from potential candidates across Latin America and the Caribbean for a four-week fellowship in the U. S. She was responsible for describing the business ideas presented by these candidates, assessing the social impact of their businesses, and determining the strength of candidates to carry out their plans. _____6_____ almost 4, 000 applicants in 2017, Meridian International Center considers volunteers like Kajal to be integral members of the team. With help from volunteers, now 250 candidates _____7_____ (select) to take part in the program and will travel to the U. S. this fall.
Kajal says that this volunteer opportunity super-charged her existing skills, while helping her build new ____8____ such as time management, business analysis, decision-making, planning, and presenting. She is looking for her next volunteer opportunity and reflects positively on her experience with Meridian International Center. “By helping others, I felt needed in society. Not only did it boost my self-esteem, other people benefited too. ”
____9____ you recently moved to a new place or are looking to make an impact in your current community, find a volunteer opportunity to empower _____10_____ — and others — on VolunteerMatch.
【答案】1. why 2. Having volunteered
3. to review
4. where 5. completing
6. With 7. have been selected
8. ones 9. Whether
10. yourself
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了Kajal Patil通过VolunteerMatch平台找到志愿者机会，在新社区中适应环境、结识当地人并提升技能的故事。
【1题详解】
考查表语从句。句意：这就是为什么我们要关注Kajal Patil，一位通过VolunteerMatch找到志愿者机会，并在新社区中产生影响的志愿者。“_____1_____ we’re spotlighting Kajal Patil”为表语从句，根据空格的上下文内容可知，空前“搬家可怕但志愿服务是好方法”是原因，空后“我们关注Kajal”是结果，即为什么我们要关注Kajal Patil这个志愿者，所以应用连接副词why来引导。故填why。
【2题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：此前Kajal在国内做了两年的助理瑜伽老师，对志愿服务充满热情，并开始在VolunteerMatch上寻找与自己兴趣相匹配的志愿者机会。分析句子结构可知，逗号后是完整的句子，且无其它连词，所以volunteer应用非谓语动词形式，因其与逻辑主语Kajal构成主动关系，且结合后文“for two years”可知动作发生在谓语动词之前，所以应用现在分词的完成式作状语，表示主动和先后关系，又句首单词首字母要大写。故填Having volunteered。
【3题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：Kajal被一个为Meridian国际中心审查美洲青年领袖计划（YLAI）申请的志愿者机会所吸引。根据语意可知，“被吸引到一个志愿者机会”的目的是“审查申请”，所以应用不定式作后置定语，修饰名词opportunity。故填to review。
【4题详解】
考查定语从句。句意：Kajal之前有与市场合作过的经验，这些市场正是候选人申请的地方，而且这个职位也让她有机会远程工作。空格处引导的为定语从句，修饰先行词markets，在从句中作地点状语，应用关系副词where引导该从句。故填where。
【5题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：在VolunteerMatch上找到这个机会并成功完成申请流程后，Kajal开始工作。介词after后应接动名词作宾语，根据空前的and可知，此处应与connecting并列，用动名词形式。故填completing。
【6题详解】
考查介词。句意：2017年，Meridian国际中心有近4000名申请人，他们认为像Kajal这样的志愿者是团队中不可或缺的成员。此处为with的复合结构作伴随状语，表示“有……”，且句首单词首字母要大写。故填With。
【7题详解】
考查动词时态语态。句意：在志愿者的帮助下，现在有250名候选人被选中参加该项目，并将于今年秋天前往美国。分析句子结构可知，select在句中作谓语，根据空后的“will travel to the U. S. this fall”和空前的“now”可知，select的动作已完成，所以应用现在完成时，主语candidates与select之间是被动关系，所以应用被动语态，主语为复数名词，所以助动词用have。故填have been selected。
【8题详解】
考查代词。句意：Kajal说，这个志愿者机会极大地提升了她现有的技能，同时也帮助她培养了新的技能，如时间管理、商业分析、决策、规划和展示。空格处应用代词ones作build的宾语，指代上文提到的可数名词复数skills，以避免重复。故填ones。
【9题详解】
考查状语从句。句意：无论你是最近搬到一个新地方，还是希望在当前社区中产生影响，都可以在VolunteerMatch上找到一个志愿者机会，赋予自己 —— 以及他人 —— 力量。根据语意可知，此处应用whether...or...结构来表示“无论……还是……”，且句首单词首字母要大写。故填Whether。
【10题详解】
考查反身代词。句意：同上。空格处作动词empower的宾语，且与主语you指代相同，应用反身代词yourself，与后面的others对应。故填yourself。
Section B
Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.
A. integrate B. celebrates C. present D. adapt AB. symbolism AC. honors AD. maintain BC. commitment BD. vitality CD. rightful ABC. identity
On December 4, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) put the Spring Festival on its Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
The UNESCO’s recognition ____11____ the Spring Festival not only as a symbol of China’s over 5,000-year-old civilization but also as a living tradition that goes beyond time strengthening family bonds, social harmony and cultural understanding. Its recognition is a proof of China’s ____12____ to preserving and sharing its intangible cultural heritage with the world highlighting the universal values _____13_____ in its most beloved traditions.
The Spring Festival is far more than a holiday. Deeply rooted in ancient agrarian societies (农耕社会), it _____14_____ renewal, family reunion, gratitude, serving as a kaleidoscope (万花筒) of meaningful rituals, customs and artistic expressions, from the iconic lion dances and red lanterns to the ____15____ of reunion dinners and red packets. UNESCO’s recognition also underlines the importance of the Spring Festival as a cultural bridge, connecting the past and present while offering the world a glimpse into the heart of Chinese culture.
China’s proactive(积极主动的) approach to protecting its intangible heritage is in line with UNESCO’s broader goals, showcasing how modernity and tradition can coexist. China’s efforts in cultural preservation are varied, covering education, documentation and active promotion. Schools _____16_____ lessons about traditional customs, such as the significance of red couplets (对联) and dumpling-making, into their curricula. Local governments organize community events to ensure that rural areas maintain their cultural ____17____.
Putting the Spring Festival on UNESCO’s list enhances this commitment, serving as a reminder that cultural diversity enriches humanity as a whole. It also highlights the importance of preserving living traditions that evolve yet retain(保留) their core essence. In a globalized world this dynamic ensures that heritage can _____18_____ without losing its soul.
As the Spring Festival takes its ____19____ place among the world’s most treasured cultural practices, it reminds us that heritage is not just a relic of the past but a guide for the future, a source of _____20_____, inspiration and connection in an ever-changing world. The festival’s journey from local tradition to global treasure is a powerful evidence to display the lasting strength of culture in uniting humanity.
【答案】11. AC 12. BC
13. C 14. B
15. AB 16. A
17. ABC 18. D
19. CD 20. BD
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要围绕联合国教科文组织将春节列入人类非物质文化遗产代表作名录这一事件展开，详细说明了春节被列入名录的意义、春节的文化内涵、中国在保护非物质文化遗产方面的努力以及春节成为全球文化瑰宝的重要性。
【11题详解】
考查动词。句意：教科文组织对春节的认可，不仅将其视为中国五千年文明的象征，更视为一种跨越时间的活态传统——它强化家庭纽带、促进社会和谐并深化文化理解。分析句子成分可知，空处考查本句谓语动词；根据句意可知，空处意为“给予什么荣誉”，选项AC“honors”，意为“给予荣誉”，与此相符。根据上下文可知，本句时态为一般现在时；主语为“The UNESCO’s recognition”，单数，和动词之间为主动关系。故选AC。
【12题详解】
考查名词。句意：这一认可印证了中国致力于保护非物质文化遗产并与世界分享的决心，凸显了其最受珍视的传统中蕴含的普世价值。分析句子成分可知，空处考查名词形式担当宾语；根据空后“preserving and sharing its intangible cultural heritage with the world highlighting the universal values _____3_____ in its most beloved traditions.”可知，空处意为“投入、致力于”；选项BC“commitment”，意为“奉献、致力于”，与此相符。故选BC。
【13题详解】
考查形容词。句意：这一认可印证了中国致力于保护非物质文化遗产并与世界分享的决心，凸显了其最受珍视的传统中蕴含的普世价值。分析句子成分可知，空处考查形容词形式担当后置定语；根据空后“in its most beloved traditions.”可知，空处意为“存在于……”；选项C“present”，形容词，意为“存在的”，符合句意。故选C。
【14题详解】
考查动词。句意：它深深植根于古代农耕社会，庆祝万象更新、家庭团圆与感恩之情，从标志性的舞狮、红灯笼到团圆饭和红包的象征意义，构成了承载丰富仪式、习俗和艺术表达的文化万花筒。分析句子成分可知，空处考查本句谓语动词；根据空后“renewal, family reunion, gratitude”可知，空处意为“庆祝”；选项B“celebrates”，意为“庆祝”，符合句意。故选B。
【15题详解】
考查名词。句意：它深深植根于古代农耕社会，庆祝万象更新、家庭团圆与感恩之情，从标志性的舞狮、红灯笼到团圆饭和红包的象征意义，构成了承载丰富仪式、习俗和艺术表达的文化万花筒。分析句子成分可知，空处考查名词形式担当宾语；根据空后“reunion dinners and red packets”可推测，空处意为“象征意义”；选项AB“symbolism”，意为“象征”，符合句意。故选AB。
【16题详解】
考查动词。句意：学校将传统习俗（如红对联的寓意、包饺子）纳入课程。分析句子成分可知，空处考查本句谓语动词；根据空后“lessons about traditional customs, such as the significance of red couplets (对联) and dumpling-making, into their curricula.”可推测，空处意为“纳入、融合”；选项A“integrate”，意为“融入”，符合句意。故选A。
17题详解】
考查名词。句意：地方政府组织社区活动，确保农村地区保留文化特色。分析句子成分可知，空处考查名词形式担当宾语；根据句意可知，空处意为“特色”；选项ABC“identity”，意为“特点、特色”，符合句意。故选ABC。
【18题详解】
考查动词。句意：在全球化的世界中，这种动态平衡确保遗产在适应时代的同时不失灵魂。分析句子成分可知，空处考查动词原形；根据空后“without losing its soul”可知，空处意为“适应”；选项D“adapt”，意为“适应”，符合句意。故选D。
【19题详解】
考查形容词。句意：当春节在世界最珍贵的文化习俗中占据应有地位时，它提醒我们：遗产不仅是过去的遗迹，更是未来的指引，是变幻世界中活力、灵感与联结的源泉。分析句子成分可知，空处考查形容词形式修饰名词“place”；根据句意可知，空处意为“应有的”；选项CD“rightful”，意为“应有的”，符合句意。故选CD。
【20题详解】
考查名词。句意：当春节在世界最珍贵的文化习俗中占据应有地位时，它提醒我们：遗产不仅是过去的遗迹，更是未来的指引，是变幻世界中活力、灵感与联结的源泉。分析句子成分可知，空处考查名词形式担当宾语；根据空后“inspiration and connection”可推测，空处与此相似；选项BD“vitality”，意为“活力”，符合句意。故选BD。
III. Reading Comprehension
Section A
Directions: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.
The Future’s Bright (Simplified Version)
GEORGE ORWELL once wrote that every generation “imagines itself to be more intelligent than the one that went before it, and wiser than the one that comes after it”. Today, the second part of that observation makes people feel more ____21____ than ever, as modern technology is supposedly destroying the minds and cognitive abilities of children and young people.
For decades, scientists have noted the occurrence of the Flynn effect, which essentially describes how, in terms of performance on various tests, each generation is more ____22____ than the previous one. But in recent years, this trend seems to be slowing down. Some think this shows that smartphones and screen time are hurting young minds. However, there may be other more positive reasons for this ____23____.
The Flynn effect is declining because there is no longer a distinct ____24____ in intelligence scores between young people and those from older generations. Many would interpret this as meaning young people are becoming less intelligent. ____25____, it could also mean older people are retaining more of their cognitive abilities as they ____26____. Actually studies show that many older people can now keep their thinking skills much better than before despite the aging process.
This ____27____ likely result from early-life education, healthcare, and access to information for those born in the 20th century. These changes helped people not only become smarter but also stay smart as they grew older.
Basically, the ____28____ intelligence gap between older and younger people is more likely to be a sign of things getting better, rather than worse. There are still concerns about how ____29____ affects young people’s thinking. But many of these fears may be exaggerated.
True, there is evidence that excessive screen time can hurt attention spans, but others say these problems often come from unhelpful habits, which can be ____30____ through adjusting behavior, not because of lasting brain damage.
It also helps to consider how we ____31____ intelligence. Old-style standardised tests may not precisely define intelligence of today’s youth, who grow up in a very different world from their parents.
For example, constantly flicking (浏览) through multiple videos may strike older people as a sign of a lack of ____32____, but being able to manage multiple information at once ____33____ some considerable brain power. Video games have also been shown to improve multitasking abilities. Used properly, digital devices can facilitate students’ learning.
It is common to think that young people today are intellectually ____34____, but the evidence doesn’t back it up. The truth is that the world is becoming more ____35____, and both young and old are are adapting to deal with this — just in different ways.
21. A. thrilled B. confused C. concerned D. challenged
22. A. industrious B. intelligent C. sensitive D. demanding
23. A. change B. outcome C. alternative D. capacity
24. A. performance B. function C. transformation D. difference
25. A. Therefore B. Instead C. However D. Furthermore
26. A. learn B. age C. think D. improve
27. A. interpretation B. impact C. connection D. improvement
28. A. apparent B. shrinking C. measurable D. inevitable
29. A. communication B. physiology C. technology D. disconnection
30. A. undone B. underestimated C. uncovered D. underscored
31. A. reverse B. assess C. process D. enhance
32. A. literacy B. focus C. effort D. ambition
33. A. requires B. spoils C. discounts D. depresses
34. A. professional B. advanced C. overwhelmed D. inferior
35. A. promising B. complex C. technical D. profitable
【答案】21. C 22. B 23. A 24. D 25. C 26. B 27. D 28. B 29. C 30. A 31. B 32. B 33. A 34. D 35. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。本文探讨了弗林效应减缓的原因，指出科技对年轻人认知能力的影响可能被夸大，不同代际正以不同方式适应复杂世界。
【21题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：如今，这一观察第二部分让人们比以往任何时候都更担忧，因为现代科技据说正在破坏儿童和年轻人的心智和认知能力。A. thrilled激动的；B. confused困惑的；C. concerned担忧的；D. challenged有缺陷的，有障碍的。下文“as modern technology is supposedly destroying the minds and cognitive abilities of children and young people”提到了因为现代科技据说正在破坏儿童和年轻人的心智和认知能力，可推理出人们对科技的负面影响感到担忧，故选C项。
【22题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：几十年来，科学家们注意到弗林效应的存在，该效应本质上描述了在各种测试表现方面，每一代人都比上一代人更聪明。A. industrious勤奋的；B. intelligent聪明的；C. sensitive敏感的；D. demanding苛求的。根据上文“as modern technology is supposedly destroying the minds and cognitive abilities of children and young people”、以及下文“The Flynn effect is declining because there is no longer a distinct ____4____ in intelligence scores between young people and those from older generations. ”可知，弗林效应指每一代人都比上一代人更聪明，智商得分更高，而有些人认为现代科技正在摧毁儿童和年轻人的思想和认知能力，使得现在这种趋势在减慢，故选B项。
【23题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：然而，这种变化可能有其他更积极的原因。A. change变化；B. outcome结果；C. alternative可供选择的事物，替代品；D. capacity能力。根据上文“this trend seems to be slowing down”可推理出，此处指弗林效应减缓这一变化，故选A项。
【24题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：弗林效应正在下降，因为年轻人和老一辈人在智力分数上不再有明显差异。A. performance表现；B. function功能；C. transformation转变；D. difference差异。根据下文“Many would interpret this as meaning young people are becoming less intelligent.”以及“intelligence gap between older and younger people”可知，此处指两代人之间智力分数的差异缩小，强调年轻人和老年人智力分数间不再有明显“差异”，故选D项。
【25题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：许多人会将此解读为年轻人变得不那么聪明了。然而，这也可能意味着老年人在衰老过程中保留了更多的认知能力。A. Therefore因此；B. Instead反而；C. However然而；D. Furthermore此外。根据上文“Many would interpret this as meaning young people are becoming less intelligent.”以及下文“it could also mean older people are retaining more of their cognitive abilities as”，可知上文说的是许多人会将此解读为年轻人变得不那么聪明了，下文说的是这也可能意味着老年人保留了更多的认知能力，可知后句提出相反观点，上下文构成转折关系，故选C项。
【26题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：同第5题。A. learn学习；B. age变老，衰老；C. think思考；D. improve提改进，改善。根据下文“Actually studies show that many older people can now keep their thinking skills much better than before despite the aging process”可知，如今许多老年人尽管面临衰老过程，但他们保持思维能力的效果比以往任何时候都要好得多，可推理出此处说的是老年人在衰老过程中保留了更多的认知能力，故选B项。
【27题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：这种改善很可能源于 20 世纪出生的人在早年接受的教育、医疗保健和信息获取。A. interpretation解释；B. impact影响；C. connection联系；D. improvement改善。上文“many older people can now keep their thinking skills much better than before”指出，研究表明许多老年人现在在衰老过程中却保持比以前更好的思维能力，此处指这种思维能力的改善，阐述改善的原因，故选D项。
【28题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：基本上，老年人和年轻人之间不断缩小的智力差距更可能是情况好转的迹象，而非恶化。A. apparent明显的；B. shrinking缩小的；C. measurable可衡量的；D. inevitable不可避免的。根据上文“The Flynn effect is declining because there is no longer a distinct ____4____ in intelligence scores between young people and those from older generations. ”以及下文“These changes helped people not only become smarter but also stay smart as they grew older.”可推理出此处说的是老年人也比以前更聪明，与年轻人之间的智力差距在不断缩小这一现象，故选B项。
【29题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：人们仍然担心科技如何影响年轻人的思维。A. communication沟通；B. physiology生理学；C. technology科技，技术；D. disconnection断开。下文“there is evidence that excessive screen time can hurt attention spans, but others say these problems often come from unhelpful habits”指出有证据表明过度使用屏幕会缩短注意力持续时间，但另一些人则认为这些问题往往源于不良习惯，可推理出此处讨论科技对年轻人思维的负面影响，故选C项。
【30题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：但也有人说，这些问题往往来自无益的习惯，这些习惯可以通过调整行为来消除，而不是因为永久性的脑损伤。A. undone消除；B. underestimated低估；C. uncovered揭露；D. underscored突出显示，强调。根据下文“through adjusting behavior”可知，此处指通过调整行为可消除的不良习惯，故选A项。
【31题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：考虑我们如何评估智力也有帮助。A. reverse逆转，彻底转变；B. assess评估；C. process处理；D. enhance提高，增强。下文“Old-style standardised tests may not precisely define intelligence of today’s youth”指出，老式的标准化考试可能无法准确界定当今年轻人的智力，由此可推理出，此处指考虑评估智力的方式，故选B项。
【32题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：例如，不断浏览多个视频可能会让老年人觉得这是缺乏专注力的表现，但能够同时处理多个信息需要相当大的脑力。A. literacy读写能力；B. focus专注；C. effort努力；D. ambition野心。根据下文“being able to manage multiple information at once”可知，下文说的是能够同时处理多个信息，这是一个有关专注问题的话题，可推理出此处说的是老年人认为不断浏览多个视频是缺乏专注的表现，故选B项。
【33题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：同第12题。A. requires需要；B. spoils破坏，溺爱；C. discounts打折出售，低估；D. depresses使沮丧，使消沉。根据下文“some considerable brain power”可推理出，此处说的是能够同时处理多个信息需要相当大的脑力，故选A项。
【34题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：人们普遍认为现在的年轻人在智力上不如以前，但证据并不支持这一点。A. professional专业的；B. advanced先进的；C. overwhelmed不堪重负的，不知所措的；D. inferior较差的，级别低的。上文“as modern technology is supposedly destroying the minds and cognitive abilities of children and young people”上文说的是因为现代技术被认为正在摧毁儿童和年轻人的心智及认知能力，可推理出此处指人们认为年轻人智力较差，故选D项。
【35题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：事实是，世界正变得越来越复杂，年轻人和老年人都在适应这一点 ——只是方式不同。A. promising有希望的，有前途的；B. complex复杂的；C. technical技术的；D. profitable盈利的。下文“both young and old are adapting to deal with this — just in different ways”说的是年轻人和老年人都在以不同的方式适应这一点，可推理出此处说的是世界变得复杂，年轻人和老年人都在以不同的方式适应这一点，故选B项。
Section B
Directions: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.
(A)
At 14, Fraser Doherty was busy making jam after his grandparents taught him a family recipe. He started selling jars of his jam door to door near his parents’ home in Edinburgh. As interest grew, his hobby stated to turn into a business. He now makes 40, 000 jars of jam a month and is well on his way to making his first million.
Doherty, who has been chosen to represent Britain in the Global Students Entrepreneurs Awards in Chicago next month, said there are several advantages to having started young: “As a young person you have a different view of the world. You have a naivety and an optimism and are willing to give things a shot. The downside for me isn’t particularly scary. I don’t have a mortgage or kids to worry about so I didn’t have a huge amount to lose if my idea had not worked.”
Duncan Cheatle, founder of The Supper Club, a forum for established entrepreneurs in London, agreed that becoming an entrepreneur at a young age has a lot to recommend it.
“For young people there is no concept of thinking outside the box because there isn’t a box. There is capacity in young people to see things in a different way that older people lose. And often not being an expert in something can be helpful because if you don’t understand why something works in a certain way you will decide to do it differently.”
Emma Jones, founder of Enterprise Nation, the home business website, said that young people were much more confident about using technology as a base for their business than the older generation. “Whole sectors that didn’t exist ten years ago are coming up now because young entrepreneurs are challenging all previous rules and saying technology means that we can do things like this. They have an open capacity to think of new ideas and as a result they are starting very interesting businesses.”
36. According to Doherty, _______ is the competitive edge of young people starting business compared with the older generation
A ignorance of the reality B. naive pursuit of a hobby
C. readiness to try things out D. parents shouldering the financial burden
37. The underlined sentence in Paragraph 4 means young people _______.
A. are reluctant to obey the existing rules
B. are not bound by established ways of doing things
C. have superior ideas to those of the older generation
D. will not fall into traps that old people set up for them
38. Which of the following statements will Emma Jones most likely agree with
A. Abandoning all previous rules is a must to establish new sectors.
B. As people grow older, they are more open to take a fresh approach.
C. Those lacking confidence are less able to start creative businesses.
D. The use of technology contributes to the creation of new businesses.
39. The purpose of this passage is to _______.
A. inform readers of success stories of young entrepreneurs
B. introduce opinions on the advantages of being young entrepreneurs
C. discourage young people from taking risks in entrepreneurship
D. provide specific guidance on how to become successful young entrepreneurs
【答案】36. C 37. B 38. D 39. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述年轻企业家的观点和优势。
【36题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“Doherty, who has been chosen to represent Britain in the Global Students Entrepreneurs Awards in Chicago next month, said there are several advantages to having started young: “As a young person you have a different view of the world. You have a naivety and an optimism and are willing to give things a shot. (Doherty被选中代表英国参加下个月在芝加哥举行的全球学生企业家奖。他说他从小的时候开始就有几个优点：“作为一个年轻人，你对世界有不同的看法。你天真乐观，愿意试一试。”)”可知，Doherty认为年轻人愿意尝试。所以Doherty认为与老一辈相比，愿意尝试是年轻人创业的竞争优势。故选C。
【37题详解】
词句猜测题。根据第四段“There is capacity in young people to see things in a different way that older people lose. And often not being an expert in something can be helpful because if you don’t understand why something works in a certain way, you will decide to do it differently. (年轻人有能力以老年人失去的不同方式看待事物。通常不是某事物的专家会对你有所帮助，因为如果你不明白为什么某件事以某种方式工作，你将决定以不同的方式做。)”可知，年轻人会以不同的方式看待问题，他们不认为专家的建议和既定的做事方式就是有帮助的。故推知“For young people there is no concept of thinking outside the box because there isn’t a box.表示年轻人“不受既定做事方式的束缚”，故选B。
【38题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段“Emma Jones, founder of Enterprise Nation, the home business website, said that young people were much more confident about using technology as a base for their business than the older generation. “Whole sectors that didn’t exist ten years ago are coming up now because young entrepreneurs are challenging all previous rules and saying technology means that we can do things like this. They have an open capacity to think of new ideas and as a result they are starting very interesting businesses.” (家庭商业网站Enterprise Nation的创始人Emma Jones表示，年轻人比老一辈人更有信心使用科技作为其业务的基础。“十年前不存在的整个行业现在正在出现，因为年轻的企业家正在挑战以前的所有规则，并说科技意味着我们可以做这样的事情。他们有一种开放的能力来思考新的想法，因此他们开始了非常有趣的业务。)”可知，Emma认为年轻人通过科技拓展新业务。故推知Emma同意“使用科技有助于创建新业务”这一观点，故选D。
【39题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段“Doherty, who has been chosen to represent Britain in the Global Students Entrepreneurs Awards in Chicago next month, said there are several advantages to having started young: “As a young person you have a different view of the world. You have a naivety and an optimism and are willing to give things a shot. (Doherty被选中代表英国参加下个月在芝加哥举行的全球学生企业家奖。他说他从小的时候开始就有几个优点：“作为一个年轻人，你对世界有不同的看法。你天真乐观，愿意试一试。”)”及第四段“There is capacity in young people to see things in a different way that older people lose. And often not being an expert in something can be helpful because if you don’t understand why something works in a certain way, you will decide to do it differently. (年轻人有能力以老年人失去的不同方式看待事物。通常不是某事物的专家会对你有所帮助，因为如果你不明白为什么某件事以某种方式工作，你将决定以不同的方式做。)”及最后一段““Whole sectors that didn’t exist ten years ago are coming up now because young entrepreneurs are challenging all previous rules and saying technology means that we can do things like this. They have an open capacity to think of new ideas and as a result they are starting very interesting businesses. (十年前不存在的整个行业现在正在出现，因为年轻的企业家正在挑战以前的所有规则，并说科技意味着我们可以做这样的事情。他们有一种开放的能力来思考新的想法，因此他们开始了非常有趣的业务。)”可知，文章主要介绍成为年轻企业家的观点和优势。故选B。
(B)
The information, sentences, or questions that you enter into a Generative AI (Gen AI) tool (“prompts”) are a big influence on the quality of outputs you receive. After you enter a prompt, the AI model analyzes your input and generates a response based on the patterns it has learned through its training. More descriptive prompts can improve the quality of the outputs.
It’s very important to keep in mind that AI-generated content can be inaccurate, misleading, entirely fabricated, or offensive, so be sure to carefully review any work containing AI content before you use or publish it. Abuse of Gen AI is a serious form of academic misconduct and can be punished by expulsion (开除) from the University.
Be specific
Generic prompts like “Write a story” will produce generic results. What kind of story do you want What genre Is it for adults or children Adding this type of context and being specific, clear, and concise will help generate more useful outputs. More specificity can also limit the chances of inaccurate responses.
“Act as if…”
Asking the AI to behave as if were a type of person, process, or object can be an easy way to start generating better prompts. The AI will attempt to emulate that role and tailor its answers accordingly.
For example, imagine you wanted help create a recipe based on the ingredients you have in your kitchen. If you added “act as if you are my personal trainer” first, the AI will consider this context in its response, suggesting a healthy recipe or a meal designed to refuel after a workout.
____________________
Generative AI can produce many different types of outputs, including code, stories, reports, summaries, dialogue, business communications, and much more. Being specific about the type of output you want will produce better results. After describing what you want, try adding “Present this in the form of…” and your preferred output. Or start your prompt with, “Create a [format of output] about/that contains…” etc.
40. This passage is found in a university’s guideline webpage. What may NOT be found there
A. Core principles for responsible Gen AI use.
B. Restrictions on the usage of Gen AI.
C. Various samples of well-structured prompts.
D. Guides to writing essays with Gen AI.
41. Which of the following subtitles can be filled in blank
A. Consider tone and audience
B. Tell it how you want your output to be presented
C. Ask it to create your prompts or what else it needs from you
D. Correct mistakes and give feedback
42. Suppose you’re the leader of the school basketball team. You are going to deliver a speech about the importance of sports through sharing your personal experience. Which of the following prompts is the most proper when using Gen AI
A. Compose a motivational basketball team speech sharing personal journey and advocating exercise.
B. Write an article about the essence of basketball, citing several stories of famous stars.
C. Discuss advantages of doing sports, specifically basketball, with reference to literature.
D. Make up a story about one’s experience in basketball, showing the importance of sports.
【答案】40. D 41. B 42. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了如何有效地使用生成式人工智能（Gen AI）工具，包括输入提示（prompts）的技巧、注意事项以及如何提高输出质量。
【40题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段第一句“The information, sentences, or questions that you enter into a Generative AI (Gen AI) tool (“prompts”) are a big influence on the quality of outputs you receive. (你输入到生成式人工智能（Gen AI）工具中的信息、句子或问题（“提示”）会对你收到的输出质量产生很大影响。)”以及第二段“It’s very important to keep in mind that AI-generated content can be inaccurate, misleading, entirely fabricated, or offensive, so be sure to carefully review any work containing AI content before you use or publish it. Abuse of Gen AI is a serious form of academic misconduct and can be punished by expulsion (开除) from the University (必须牢记的是，人工智能生成的内容可能不准确、具有误导性、完全是编造的，或者具有攻击性，因此在使用或发布任何包含人工智能内容的作品之前，一定要仔细审查。滥用生成式人工智能是一种严重的学术不端行为，可能会被大学开除。)”可知，大学指南网页上可能会包含负责任使用生成式人工智能的核心原则、对生成式人工智能使用的限制等内容，且根据第三段“Be specific (要具体)”以及下文具体介绍如何输入提示，可推测指南网页上可能会给出结构良好的提示示例，但不会包含使用生成式人工智能撰写论文的指南，因为这可能涉及学术不端行为，且指南更侧重于如何正确使用工具，而非具体内容的创作。故选D项。
【41题详解】
主旨大意题。根据空格后“Generative AI can produce many different types of outputs, including code, stories, reports, summaries, dialogue, business communications, and much more. Being specific about the type of output you want will produce better results. After describing what you want, try adding “Present this in the form of…” and your preferred output. Or start your prompt with, “Create a [format of output] about/that contains…” etc. (生成式人工智能可以产生许多不同类型的输出，包括代码、故事、报告、摘要、对话、商业通信等等。明确你想要的输出类型会产生更好的结果。在描述了你想要的东西之后，试着加上“以……的形式呈现”和你喜欢的输出。或者以“创建一个关于/包含……的[输出格式]”等作为提示的开头。)”可知，本段主要介绍了如何告诉生成式人工智能你希望如何呈现输出结果，B项“Tell it how you want your output to be presented (告诉它你希望如何呈现输出结果)”符合本段主旨，适合作为本段小标题。故选B项。
【42题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段最后一句“More descriptive prompts can improve the quality of the outputs. (更具描述性的提示可以提高输出的质量。)”以及Be specific中“Adding this type of context and being specific, clear, and concise will help generate more useful outputs. More specificity can also limit the chances of inaccurate responses. (添加这种上下文，并做到具体、清晰和简洁，将有助于产生更有用的输出。更具体也可以减少不准确回复的可能性。)”可知，使用生成式人工智能时，输入的提示应该具体、清晰且具有描述性，以提高输出质量。根据题干“Suppose you’re the leader of the school basketball team. You are going to deliver a speech about the importance of sports through sharing your personal experience. (假设你是学校篮球队的队长。你将通过分享你的个人经历来发表一篇关于体育重要性的演讲。)”可知，想要发表一篇关于体育重要性的演讲，并分享个人经历，A项“Compose a motivational basketball team speech sharing personal journey and advocating exercise. (写一篇激励人心的篮球队演讲，分享个人经历，倡导运动。)”符合题意，既具体又清晰，且与题干中的需求相匹配。故选A项。
(C)
The Power of Habit
We like to think we’re in control of our choices, but the truth is, nearly half of what we do each day unfolds without conscious thought. That first sip of coffee in the morning, the way we instinctively reach for our phones during downtime, even the routes we take to work—all of these follow invisible scripts written by habit. In The Power of Habit, Charles Duhigg masterfully uncovers the invisible patterns that shape our lives, blending cutting-edge science with impressive stories that resonate with young readers seeking self-improvement.
At the core of habit formation lies a simple but powerful habit loop: —a simple yet profound three-step cycle: cue prompts routine, which delivers reward. This neurological blueprint explains why stress sends us straight to the snack cupboard or why boredom leads to mindless scrolling. But once we recognize the loop, we can rewrite it. Duhigg makes this science tangible(有形的) through vivid examples: how call centers train new employees to handle angry customers by rewiring their instinctive reactions into calm, solution-focused responses, or how Olympic swimmers like Michael Phelps use ritualized warm-ups to enter peak performance states. The same principle applies to everyday life. Small, deliberate adjustments—like exchanging social media for a short walk during breaks —can reprogram autopilot behaviors over time.
The work systematically explores the phenomenon of “keystone habits ”—small changes that create ripple effects. Someone who starts exercising regularly might, without even trying, eat healthier or sleep better. A student who commits to organizing their study space may find their focus sharpening in other areas, too. So there is no need to change everything all at once. Identify one habit, nurture it, and let the rest follow.
Habits don’t just shape individuals—they drive communities and movements. Consider how social change happens. Often, it’s not just about big speeches or dramatic moments; it’s about repeated, collective actions that become second nature. When a group of people consistently shows up, speaks out, or supports a cause, those repeated behaviors, sustained over time, have the power to redefine cultures.
Of course, reconditioning deeply rooted habits—like procrastination or unhealthy coping mechanisms—isn’t as simple as pressing a switch. Knowledge alone isn’t enough; it takes practice, support, and sometimes even professional guidance. What works is replacing rather than resisting: substituting the unhealthy reward for a healthier one, or anchoring a new routine to an existing cue; in this way we stop being prisoners of routine and start becoming its authors. The process is gradual, but the payoff comes when you feel equipped to rewrite your own life scripts.
43. The term “autopilot behaviors” in paragraph 2 probably refers to __________.
A. temporary impulsive reaction.
B. mindless habitual action.
C. conscious voluntary options.
D. random instinctive responses.
44. Which of the following is TRUE
A. Habit loops progresses in a circle: cue, reward and routine.
B. Phelps is mentioned to argue that willpower serves as the driver of habit change.
C. The book suggests that knowledge is irrelevant to habit changes.
D. Social transformation emerges through sustained repetition of collective habits.
45. Which of these habits is a keystone habit
A. Emma checks social media first thing, which sometimes makes her late for class but keeps her updated.
B. Tom prepares his school outfit the night before, and finds mornings less stressful with more time for breakfast.
C. Sophia watches TV during dinner, often finishing meals faster than when eating mindfully.
D. Noah organizes his desk every Friday, though it doesn’t affect his weekly productivity.
46. The primary purpose of this passage is to __________.
A. discuss how to minimize the influence of habits.
B. analyze how habits come into being.
C. introduce and recommend a book on habit science.
D. instruct feasible habit-training methods.
【答案】43. B 44. D 45. B 46. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了 Charles Duhigg 所著的《习惯的力量》这本书。书中揭示了习惯塑造生活的无形模式，介绍了习惯循环的原理、关键习惯的作用，以及习惯对个人、群体和社会变革的影响，还提到改变习惯的方法，目的在于向读者介绍并推荐这本书。
【43题详解】
词义猜测题。根据第一段“nearly half of what we do each day unfolds without conscious thought. That first sip of coffee in the morning, the way we instinctively reach for our phones during downtime, even the routes we take to work—all of these follow invisible scripts written by habit.(我们每天近一半的行为是在无意识的情况下进行的。早上的第一口咖啡，休息时本能地伸手去拿手机的动作，甚至上班的路线 —— 所有这些都遵循着习惯写下的无形脚本)” 以及第二段 “Small, deliberate adjustments—like exchanging social media for a short walk during breaks —can reprogram autopilot behaviors over time.(随着时间的推移，一些小的、有意识的调整 —— 比如在休息时间用散步代替刷社交媒体 —— 可以重新设定 autopilot behaviors)” 可知，重新设定的这些行为是无意识的、习惯性的。故选B。
【44题详解】
细节理解题。根据第四段“Consider how social change happens. Often, it’s not just about big speeches or dramatic moments; it’s about repeated, collective actions that become second nature.(想想社会变革是如何发生的。通常，它不仅仅关乎宏大的演讲或戏剧性的时刻；它关乎那些不断重复的集体行动，这些行动最终会成为人们的下意识行为)” 可知，社会变革是通过集体习惯的持续重复出现的。故选D。
【45题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段“The work systematically explores the phenomenon of ‘keystone habits.’—small changes that create ripple effects. Someone who starts exercising regularly might, without even trying, eat healthier or sleep better. A student who commits to organizing their study space may find their focus sharpening in other areas, too.(这部作品系统地探究了 “关键习惯” 这一现象，即一些能产生连锁反应的微小改变。一个开始经常锻炼的人，可能不经意间就会饮食更健康，睡眠质量也更好。一个致力于整理自己学习空间的学生，可能会发现自己在其他方面的注意力也变得更加集中)” 可知，关键习惯能带来连锁积极影响。B项“汤姆在前一天晚上准备好上学的衣服，他发现早上有更多的时间吃早餐，压力会小一些。”正确。故选B。
【46题详解】
推理判断题。本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了 Charles Duhigg 所著的《习惯的力量》这本书。书中揭示了习惯塑造生活的无形模式，介绍了习惯循环的原理、关键习惯的作用，以及习惯对个人、群体和社会变革的影响，还提到改变习惯的方法，目的在于向读者介绍并推荐这本书。所以文章的目的是介绍并推荐一本关于习惯科学的书。故选C。
Section C
Directions: Complete the following passage by using the sentences given below. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need.
Crown-of-Thorns Starfish and the Great Barrier Reef (大堡礁)
Native to the warm waters of the Indo-Pacific region, crown-of-thorns starfish can serve as important predators(捕食者) in healthy reef ecosystems, where they feed primarily on fast-growing corals. This predation creates space for slower-growing coral species to develop, thereby maintaining biodiversity. ______47______ The animals typically have a regular rise and fall cycle, but since the 1960s, scientists have noted an alarming increase in the size and frequency of outbreaks of the predators, which can grow up to half a meter wide. A comprehensive 2012 study examining the 27-year decline of coral populations on the Great Barrier Reef attributed approximately 40% of total coral mortality to these greedy predators.
Over the past two decades, several major outbreaks have caused devastating damage to large sections of the Great Barrier Reef. ______48______. In response, scientists launched a killing program in 2012 in an attempt to control starfish numbers across vast reef areas. Despite criticism from some conservation groups, controlled studies have demonstrated positive outcomes from the program. Specifically, recent monitoring data indicates that coral cover increased by an average of 44% in regions where targeted starfish removal was implemented, suggesting this intervention may be effective in supporting reef recovery.
Some marine ecologists, however, remain unconvinced that killing offers a sustainable long-term solution. Crown-of-thorns starfish, though destructive during population booms, play a natural regulatory role in controlling dominant coral species and maintaining ecosystem balance. ______49______ Scientific evidence shows that nutrient runoff from coastal agriculture stimulates phytoplankton(浮游植物) blooms, which provide abundant food for starfish. This human-induced environmental change appears to be disrupting natural population control mechanisms.
Though the program has demonstrated some success, marine scientists emphasize that addressing fundamental causes of starfish population boom, like pollution and climate change, is crucial for the long-term survival of coral reefs. ______50______.
A. The Great Barrier Reef is home to thousands of species that depend on healthy coral ecosystems.
B. Marine biologists have observed that these outbreaks typically occur in cycles of 15-20 years, but their frequency and intensity appear to be increasing.
C. Researchers are also exploring alternative methods such as using natural predators and early detection systems to provide sustainable solutions.
D. However, ecological problems arise when starfish populations experience uncontrolled explosions.
E. Some scientists argue that complete elimination of the starfish would be the most enduring solution.
F. Concerns have been raised about the approach’s effectiveness in the face of more significant challenges, such as climate change and global warming.
【答案】47. D 48. B 49. F 50. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章阐述了棘冠海星在健康珊瑚礁生态系统中的作用，其种群爆发对大堡礁造成的破坏，人类采取的捕杀措施及效果，同时探讨了该措施的局限性以及解决棘冠海星种群爆发根本原因的重要性。
【47题详解】
根据上文“Native to the warm waters of the Indo-Pacific region, crown-of-thorns starfish can serve as important predators in healthy reef ecosystems, where they feed primarily on fast-growing corals. This predation creates space for slower-growing coral species to develop, thereby maintaining biodiversity.(棘冠海星原产于印度洋—太平洋地区的温暖海域，在健康的珊瑚礁生态系统中，它可充当重要的捕食者，主要以快速生长的珊瑚为食。这种捕食行为为生长较为缓慢的珊瑚物种创造了发展空间，从而维持了生物多样性)” 及下文 “The animals typically have a regular rise and fall cycle, but since the 1960s, scientists have noted an alarming increase in the size and frequency of outbreaks of the predators(这些动物通常有规律的兴衰周期，但自 20 世纪 60 年代以来，科学家们注意到这种捕食者的爆发规模和频率出现了惊人的增长)” 可推知，此处需转折引出棘冠海星种群爆发带来生态问题。D选项“然而，当海星种群不受控制地爆发时，就会出现生态问题” 符合语境，故选D。
【48题详解】
根据上文“Over the past two decades, several major outbreaks have caused devastating damage to large sections of the Great Barrier Reef.(在过去的二十年里，几次大规模的爆发对大堡礁的大片区域造成了毁灭性的破坏)” 可知，此处应说明这些爆发的规律及变化。B选项“海洋生物学家观察到，这些爆发通常以 15—20 年为一个周期发生，但它们的频率和强度似乎在增加” 符合语境，故选B。
【49题详解】
根据上文“Some marine ecologists, however, remain unconvinced that killing offers a sustainable long - term solution.(然而，一些海洋生态学家仍然不相信捕杀能提供一个长期可持续的解决方案)”可知，此处应说明对捕杀方法有效性的担忧。F选项“人们对这种方法在应对更重大挑战（如气候变化和全球变暖）时的有效性提出了担忧)” 符合语境，故选F。
【50题详解】
根据文上文“Though the program has demonstrated some success, marine scientists emphasize that addressing fundamental causes of starfish population boom, like pollution and climate change, is crucial for the long - term survival of coral reefs.(尽管该计划已经取得了一些成功，但海洋科学家强调，解决海星种群爆发的根本原因，如污染和气候变化，对珊瑚礁的长期生存至关重要)” 可推知，此处应提及探索其他解决办法。C选项“研究人员也在探索替代方法，如使用自然捕食者和早期检测系统来提供可持续的解决方案” 符合语境，故选C。
III. Summary Writing
51. Directions: Read the following passage. Summarize in no more than 60 words the main idea and the main point (s) of the passage. Use your own words as far as possible.
The Rise of Gig Economy
The rise of the gig economy — short-term, freelance (自由职业), or contract work — has transformed traditional employment. A survey reveals that 60% of freelancers report greater job satisfaction than full-time office workers, but research also suggests this shift has mixed effects on worker satisfaction.
Autonomy and flexibility stand as the clearest advantage. Workers can set their own schedules, choose projects that interest them, and even work from anywhere. Many find this freedom liberating compared to traditional 9-to-5 jobs.
Gig work enables skill diversification — workers can take on varied projects across industries expanding their expertise beyond a single job role. This exposure often leads to faster career growth and higher earning potential in the long term.
Yet beneath this surface of independence lie significant drawbacks. Financial security often escapes most gig workers, who typically don’t receive health coverage, retirement plans or paid leave. During economic downturns, gig workers are especially vulnerable, as seen during the pandemic when many lost income overnight.
The psychological strain often goes unnoticed. Working alone without colleagues can lead to feelings of isolation, while the constant pressure to secure new projects creates persistent stress. Many freelancers describe their experience a “feast-or-famine” cycle.
Interestingly, studies show that hybrid models — combining gig work with part-time traditional jobs — lead to the highest satisfaction. This approach provides stability while retaining flexibility. A junior developer working remotely for a fintech startup develops custom ChatGPT plugins for e-commerce clients via Toptal. The steady startup salary covers living expenses, while high-margin freelance projects fund his AI upskilling courses.
Policy makers and companies are now exploring innovative ways to improve gig workers’ conditions.
Some propose portable benefits, where workers carry insurance and retirement plans across jobs. Others suggest minimum wage guarantees for platform-based gigs.
As the gig economy continues expanding, its ultimate impact will depend on how society addresses these structural challenges. For individual workers, success increasingly means navigating the delicate balance between cherished freedom and essential security — a balancing act that may redefine work for generations to come.
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【答案】The gig economy, referring to freelance and short-term work, has both merits and demerits. It offers flexibility and skill diversification but poses risks like financial insecurity and stress. Hybrid models combining gig and traditional work can provide stability, while policy reforms like portable benefits and minimum payment enhance security. Balancing freedom and security is key to reshaping future employment. (59)
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了零工经济的现状，阐述了其优点与缺点，指出混合模式能提高满意度，还提及政策制定者和公司改善零工条件的探索，强调平衡自由与安全对未来工作的重要性。
【详解】1. 要点摘录
①The rise of the gig economy — short term, freelance (自由职业), or contract work — has transformed traditional employment.
②Autonomy and flexibility stand as the clearest advantage.
③Gig work enables skill diversification — workers can take on varied projects across industries, expanding their expertise beyond a single job role.
④Yet beneath this surface of independence lie significant drawbacks. Financial security often escapes most gig workers.
⑤The psychological strain often goes unnoticed.
⑥Interestingly, studies show that hybrid models — combining gig work with part time traditional jobs — lead to the highest satisfaction.
⑦Policy makers and companies are now exploring innovative ways to improve gig workers’ conditions.
2. 缜密构思
将第2、3要点整合为零工经济的优点；将第4、5要点整合为零工经济的缺点；第6要点单独阐述；第7要点单独阐述；第1要点作为背景引入。
3. 遣词造句
The gig economy, including short term and freelance work, has changed traditional employment.
It offers autonomy, flexibility and skill diversification, but has drawbacks like lack of financial security and psychological strain.
Hybrid models bring high satisfaction.
Policy makers and companies are exploring ways to improve gig workers’ conditions.
【点睛】[高分句型1] The gig economy, referring to freelance and short term work, has both merits and demerits. (运用了现在分词作后置定语，简洁概括了零工经济的定义及总体特点)
[高分句型2] It offers flexibility and skill diversification but poses risks like financial insecurity and stress. (运用了并列结构，清晰对比了零工经济的优点和缺点)
[高分句型3] Balancing freedom and security is key to reshaping future employment. (运用了动名词作主语，强调了平衡自由和安全对未来就业的重要性)
IV. Translation
Directions: Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.
52. 令她喜忧参半的是，她将成年独立，再无家荫庇护。（what）（汉译英）
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【答案】What makes her both happy and worried/concerned/ what gave her mixed feelings is/was that she will/would become an independent adult/grow up to be independent, no longer under her family’s shelter/without the shelter/protection of her family.
【解析】
【详解】考查主语从句和表语从句。根据句意，该句可以理解为描述的是客观事实，主句使用一般现在时，也可以理解为讲述过去发生的事情，使用一般过去时，表示“令她喜忧参半的是”为主语从句作主语，使用what引导主语从句（what在从句中作主语），其中“令……喜忧参半”为make sb. both happy and worried/concerned或give sb. mixed feelings，主语从句的谓语动词使用单数形式is/was；表示“她将成年独立”为表语从句作表语，结合句意，以及主语从句和主句中的时态可以是一般现在时，也可以是一般过去时可知，表语从句中使用一般将来或者过去将来时，从句中不缺主语和宾语，且句意完整，所以使用that引导，其中“成年独立”为become an independent adult或grow up to be independent，“将”为will/would；表示“再无家荫庇护”为伴随状语，使用介词短语no longer under her family’s shelter或without the shelter/protection of her family表示。故翻译为What makes her both happy and worried/concerned/what gave her mixed feelings is/was that she will/would become an independent adult/grow up to be independent, no longer under her family’s shelter/without the shelter/protection of her family.
53. 他已行医三十余载，病患无不称赞其医术高超，品德高尚。(compliment)
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【答案】He has been practicing medicine for over thirty years, and all his patients compliment him on his exceptional medical skills and noble character.
【解析】
【详解】考查动词短语、时态和固定短语。表示“行医”应用短语 practice medicine，根据“已行医三十余载”可知，动作从过去持续到现在，应用现在完成进行时have/has been practicing，主语是单数，助动词使用has；“三十余载”翻译为for over thirty years；表示“称赞某人某事”短语为compliment sb. on sth.，“病患无不称赞”即“所有病患都称赞”，译为all his patients compliment him on；“医术高超”可译为exceptional medical skills，“品德高尚”译为noble character，二者并列作介词on的宾语。故整句翻译为He has been practicing medicine for over thirty years, and all his patients compliment him on his exceptional medical skills and noble character.
54. 太极是中华传统文化之瑰宝，其动作柔缓，但能以突发之力击退对手。(feature)
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【答案】Tai Chi, a treasure / gem / pearl of Chinese traditional culture, features slow and gentle movements, yet it can defeat / drive away / fight off opponents with sudden strength / bursts of force.
【解析】
【详解】考查短语、时态和并列句。本句描述客观事实，用一般现在时。Tai Chi为主语；表示“是中华民族传统文化之瑰宝”可用名词短语a treasure / gem / pearl of Chinese traditional culture作同位语；动词feature“以……为特色”作谓语，主谓一致，用单数形式，表示“其动作柔缓”为features slow and gentle movements；表示“但能以突然爆发的力量将对手击退”可用yet连接并列句，“打败”是defeat / drive away / fight off，作从句谓语动词，“对手”是 opponents，作从句宾语，“突然爆发的利用”是 with sudden strength/ bursts of force。结合其他汉语提示，故翻译为Tai Chi, a treasure / gem / pearl of Chinese traditional culture, features slow and gentle movements, yet it can defeat / drive away / fight off opponents with sudden strength / bursts of force.
55. 音乐节的亮点是一场盛大的烟花秀，五彩缤纷的烟花照亮江边夜空，为数万观众带来无与伦比的视听盛宴。（offer）
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【答案】The highlight of the music festival was a grand fireworks show/display, with colorful fireworks lighting up the night sky by the river, offering an unparalleled/unmatched audio-visual feast to tens of thousands of spectators/audience.
【解析】
【详解】考查时态、非谓语动词和with复合结构。根据句意，该句描述的是过去发生的事件，全句使用一般过去时，“亮点”为highlight，“音乐节”为music festival，所属关系用of连接，表示“音乐节的亮点”为The highlight of the music festival作主语；表示“是”为was作谓语；“盛大的”为grand，“烟花秀”为fireworks show/display，表示“一场盛大的烟花秀”为a grand fireworks show/display作表语；“五彩缤纷的烟花照亮江边夜空”为with复合结构作伴随状语，其中“五彩缤纷的烟花”colorful fireworks和“照亮”light up是逻辑主动关系，light up用现在分词形式作宾补，“江边夜空”为the night sky by the river，用with colorful fireworks lighting up the night sky by the river表示；“带来”为offer，“无与伦比的视听盛宴”为an unparalleled/unmatched audio-visual feast，“数万观众”为tens of thousands of spectators/audience，动词短语offer sth. to sb.表示“给某人提供某物”，表示“为数万观众带来无与伦比的视听盛宴”用现在分词短语offering an unparalleled/unmatched audio-visual feast to tens of thousands of spectators/audience作结果状语。故翻译为The highlight of the music festival was a grand fireworks show/display, with colorful fireworks lighting up the night sky by the river, offering an unparalleled/unmatched audio-visual feast to tens of thousands of spectators/audience.
V. Guided Writing
56. Directions: Write an English article according to the instructions given below in Chinese.
假如你是明启中学同学李明，你校学生会计划增加一些课外活动，目前提议比较多的项目如下，参考下表写一封信给项目运营组，内容包括：
1. 选择你所感兴趣的一个项目并陈述理由；
2. 就此活动提出自己的建议，例如内容和方式等。
活动 时间 形式
艺术演出 周五下午16:00-18:00 线下，礼堂
职业规划 周六下午14:00-16:00 线上，线下同步
投资理财 周日上午10:00-12:00 线上
AI设计 周二四晚上18:30-19:30 线下, 实验室
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【答案】One possible version:
Dear Project Operation Team,
I am Li Ming from Mingqi High School. I would like to share my opinion on the proposed extracurricular activities.
Among the suggested projects, I am most interested in the Career Planning activity, which is scheduled every Saturday afternoon from 14:00 to 16:00, both online and offline. This topic is especially relevant to high school students as we begin to think about our future studies and careers. A well-organized career planning program can help students understand different professions and make better choices.
I have a few suggestions for this activity. First, professionals from various fields could be invited to share their experiences. Second, interactive workshops such as resume writing, interview skills, and personality tests could be included. Third, recordings and materials could be shared online after each session for review. Finally, small group discussions with mentors could provide more personalized support.
These improvements could make the Career Planning activity more effective and meaningful. Thank you for considering my suggestions.
Sincerely,
Li Ming
Mingqi High School
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生以李明的身份给学校项目运营组写信，从四个课外活动中选择感兴趣的项目并陈述理由，同时提出具体建议。
详解】1. 词汇积累
相关的：relevant → related
观点：opinion → view
选择：choice → option
考虑：consider → take… into consideration
2. 句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句：A well-organized career planning program can help students understand different professions and make better choices.
拓展句：A career planning program, which is well-organized, can help students understand different professions and make better choices.
【点睛】【高分句型 1】Among the suggested projects, I am most interested in the Career Planning activity, which is scheduled every Saturday afternoon from 14:00 to 16:00, both online and offline.（运用了which引导的非限制性定语从句）
【高分句型 2】This topic is especially relevant to high school students as we begin to think about our future studies and careers.（运用了as引导的原因状语从句）高三英语测试(2025.5.28)
I. Grammar and Vocabulary
Section A
Directions: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.
Moving to a new place can be terrifying, but volunteering offers a great way to adapt, meet locals, and gain skills. That’s _____1_____ we’re spotlighting Kajal Patil, a volunteer who moved and found volunteer opportunities on VolunteerMatch to make an impact in her new community.
Kajal moved to the United States from India in February 2017. _____2_____ (volunteer) for two years as an assistant yoga teacher in her home country, Kajal was enthusiastic about volunteering and began looking for volunteer opportunities that match her interests on VolunteerMatch. “I enjoy volunteering and it’s great to have such meaningful experiences in life,” says Kajal.
Kajal was drawn to a volunteer opportunity with the Meridian International Center _____3_____ (review) applications on behalf of the Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI). Kajal had previous experience working with the markets _____4_____ candidates were applying, and the position also afforded her the opportunity to work remotely.
After connecting with the opportunity on VolunteerMatch and successfully _____5_____ (complete) the application process, Kajal got to work. Her role involved reviewing 44 in-depth applications from potential candidates across Latin America and the Caribbean for a four-week fellowship in the U. S. She was responsible for describing the business ideas presented by these candidates, assessing the social impact of their businesses, and determining the strength of candidates to carry out their plans. _____6_____ almost 4, 000 applicants in 2017, Meridian International Center considers volunteers like Kajal to be integral members of the team. With help from volunteers, now 250 candidates _____7_____ (select) to take part in the program and will travel to the U. S. this fall.
Kajal says that this volunteer opportunity super-charged her existing skills, while helping her build new ____8____ such as time management, business analysis, decision-making, planning, and presenting. She is looking for her next volunteer opportunity and reflects positively on her experience with Meridian International Center. “By helping others, I felt needed in society. Not only did it boost my self-esteem, other people benefited too. ”
____9____ you recently moved to a new place or are looking to make an impact in your current community, find a volunteer opportunity to empower _____10_____ — and others — on VolunteerMatch.
Section B
Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.
A. integrate B. celebrates C. present D. adapt AB. symbolism AC. honors AD. maintain BC. commitment BD. vitality CD. rightful ABC. identity
On December 4, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) put the Spring Festival on its Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
The UNESCO’s recognition ____11____ the Spring Festival not only as a symbol of China’s over 5,000-year-old civilization but also as a living tradition that goes beyond time strengthening family bonds, social harmony and cultural understanding. Its recognition is a proof of China’s ____12____ to preserving and sharing its intangible cultural heritage with the world highlighting the universal values _____13_____ in its most beloved traditions.
The Spring Festival is far more than a holiday. Deeply rooted in ancient agrarian societies (农耕社会), it _____14_____ renewal, family reunion, gratitude, serving as a kaleidoscope (万花筒) of meaningful rituals, customs and artistic expressions, from the iconic lion dances and red lanterns to the ____15____ of reunion dinners and red packets. UNESCO’s recognition also underlines the importance of the Spring Festival as a cultural bridge, connecting the past and present while offering the world a glimpse into the heart of Chinese culture.
China’s proactive(积极主动的) approach to protecting its intangible heritage is in line with UNESCO’s broader goals, showcasing how modernity and tradition can coexist. China’s efforts in cultural preservation are varied, covering education, documentation and active promotion. Schools _____16_____ lessons about traditional customs, such as the significance of red couplets (对联) and dumpling-making, into their curricula. Local governments organize community events to ensure that rural areas maintain their cultural ____17____.
Putting the Spring Festival on UNESCO’s list enhances this commitment, serving as a reminder that cultural diversity enriches humanity as a whole. It also highlights the importance of preserving living traditions that evolve yet retain(保留) their core essence. In a globalized world this dynamic ensures that heritage can _____18_____ without losing its soul.
As the Spring Festival takes its ____19____ place among the world’s most treasured cultural practices, it reminds us that heritage is not just a relic of the past but a guide for the future, a source of _____20_____, inspiration and connection in an ever-changing world. The festival’s journey from local tradition to global treasure is a powerful evidence to display the lasting strength of culture in uniting humanity.
III. Reading Comprehension
Section A
Directions: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.
The Future’s Bright (Simplified Version)
GEORGE ORWELL once wrote that every generation “imagines itself to be more intelligent than the one that went before it, and wiser than the one that comes after it”. Today, the second part of that observation makes people feel more ____21____ than ever, as modern technology is supposedly destroying the minds and cognitive abilities of children and young people.
For decades, scientists have noted the occurrence of the Flynn effect, which essentially describes how, in terms of performance on various tests, each generation is more ____22____ than the previous one. But in recent years, this trend seems to be slowing down. Some think this shows that smartphones and screen time are hurting young minds. However, there may be other more positive reasons for this ____23____.
The Flynn effect is declining because there is no longer a distinct ____24____ in intelligence scores between young people and those from older generations. Many would interpret this as meaning young people are becoming less intelligent. ____25____, it could also mean older people are retaining more of their cognitive abilities as they ____26____. Actually studies show that many older people can now keep their thinking skills much better than before despite the aging process.
This ____27____ likely result from early-life education, healthcare, and access to information for those born in the 20th century. These changes helped people not only become smarter but also stay smart as they grew older.
Basically, the ____28____ intelligence gap between older and younger people is more likely to be a sign of things getting better, rather than worse. There are still concerns about how ____29____ affects young people’s thinking. But many of these fears may be exaggerated.
True, there is evidence that excessive screen time can hurt attention spans, but others say these problems often come from unhelpful habits, which can be ____30____ through adjusting behavior, not because of lasting brain damage.
It also helps to consider how we ____31____ intelligence. Old-style standardised tests may not precisely define intelligence of today’s youth, who grow up in a very different world from their parents.
For example, constantly flicking (浏览) through multiple videos may strike older people as a sign of a lack of ____32____, but being able to manage multiple information at once ____33____ some considerable brain power. Video games have also been shown to improve multitasking abilities. Used properly, digital devices can facilitate students’ learning.
It is common to think that young people today are intellectually ____34____, but the evidence doesn’t back it up. The truth is that the world is becoming more ____35____, and both young and old are are adapting to deal with this — just in different ways.
21. A. thrilled B. confused C. concerned D. challenged
22. A. industrious B. intelligent C. sensitive D. demanding
23. A. change B. outcome C. alternative D. capacity
24. A. performance B. function C. transformation D. difference
25. A. Therefore B. Instead C. However D. Furthermore
26. A. learn B. age C. think D. improve
27. A. interpretation B. impact C. connection D. improvement
28. A. apparent B. shrinking C. measurable D. inevitable
29. A. communication B. physiology C. technology D. disconnection
30. A. undone B. underestimated C. uncovered D. underscored
31. A. reverse B. assess C. process D. enhance
32. A. literacy B. focus C. effort D. ambition
33. A. requires B. spoils C. discounts D. depresses
34. A. professional B. advanced C. overwhelmed D. inferior
35. A. promising B. complex C. technical D. profitable
Section B
Directions: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.
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At 14, Fraser Doherty was busy making jam after his grandparents taught him a family recipe. He started selling jars of his jam door to door near his parents’ home in Edinburgh. As interest grew, his hobby stated to turn into a business. He now makes 40, 000 jars of jam a month and is well on his way to making his first million.
Doherty, who has been chosen to represent Britain in the Global Students Entrepreneurs Awards in Chicago next month, said there are several advantages to having started young: “As a young person you have a different view of the world. You have a naivety and an optimism and are willing to give things a shot. The downside for me isn’t particularly scary. I don’t have a mortgage or kids to worry about so I didn’t have a huge amount to lose if my idea had not worked.”
Duncan Cheatle, founder of The Supper Club, a forum for established entrepreneurs in London, agreed that becoming an entrepreneur at a young age has a lot to recommend it.
“For young people there is no concept of thinking outside the box because there isn’t a box. There is capacity in young people to see things in a different way that older people lose. And often not being an expert in something can be helpful because if you don’t understand why something works in a certain way you will decide to do it differently.”
Emma Jones, founder of Enterprise Nation, the home business website, said that young people were much more confident about using technology as a base for their business than the older generation. “Whole sectors that didn’t exist ten years ago are coming up now because young entrepreneurs are challenging all previous rules and saying technology means that we can do things like this. They have an open capacity to think of new ideas and as a result they are starting very interesting businesses.”
36. According to Doherty, _______ is the competitive edge of young people starting business compared with the older generation
A. ignorance of the reality B. naive pursuit of a hobby
C. readiness to try things out D. parents shouldering the financial burden
37 The underlined sentence in Paragraph 4 means young people _______.
A. are reluctant to obey the existing rules
B. are not bound by established ways of doing things
C. have superior ideas to those of the older generation
D. will not fall into traps that old people set up for them
38. Which of the following statements will Emma Jones most likely agree with
A. Abandoning all previous rules is a must to establish new sectors.
B. As people grow older, they are more open to take a fresh approach.
C. Those lacking confidence are less able to start creative businesses.
D. The use of technology contributes to the creation of new businesses.
39 The purpose of this passage is to _______.
A. inform readers of success stories of young entrepreneurs
B. introduce opinions on the advantages of being young entrepreneurs
C. discourage young people from taking risks in entrepreneurship
D. provide specific guidance on how to become successful young entrepreneurs
(B)
The information, sentences, or questions that you enter into a Generative AI (Gen AI) tool (“prompts”) are a big influence on the quality of outputs you receive. After you enter a prompt, the AI model analyzes your input and generates a response based on the patterns it has learned through its training. More descriptive prompts can improve the quality of the outputs.
It’s very important to keep in mind that AI-generated content can be inaccurate misleading, entirely fabricated, or offensive, so be sure to carefully review any work containing AI content before you use or publish it. Abuse of Gen AI is a serious form of academic misconduct and can be punished by expulsion (开除) from the University.
Be specific
Generic prompts like “Write a story” will produce generic results. What kind of story do you want What genre Is it for adults or children Adding this type of context and being specific, clear, and concise will help generate more useful outputs. More specificity can also limit the chances of inaccurate responses.
“Act as if…”
Asking the AI to behave as if were a type of person, process, or object can be an easy way to start generating better prompts. The AI will attempt to emulate that role and tailor its answers accordingly.
For example, imagine you wanted help create a recipe based on the ingredients you have in your kitchen. If you added “act as if you are my personal trainer” first, the AI will consider this context in its response, suggesting a healthy recipe or a meal designed to refuel after a workout.
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Generative AI can produce many different types of outputs, including code, stories, reports, summaries, dialogue, business communications, and much more. Being specific about the type of output you want will produce better results. After describing what you want, try adding “Present this in the form of…” and your preferred output. Or start your prompt with, “Create a [format of output] about/that contains…” etc.
40. This passage is found in a university’s guideline webpage. What may NOT be found there
A. Core principles for responsible Gen AI use.
B. Restrictions on the usage of Gen AI.
C. Various samples of well-structured prompts.
D. Guides to writing essays with Gen AI.
41. Which of the following subtitles can be filled in blank
A. Consider tone and audience
B. Tell it how you want your output to be presented
C. Ask it to create your prompts or what else it needs from you
D. Correct mistakes and give feedback
42. Suppose you’re the leader of the school basketball team. You are going to deliver a speech about the importance of sports through sharing your personal experience. Which of the following prompts is the most proper when using Gen AI
A. Compose a motivational basketball team speech sharing personal journey and advocating exercise.
B. Write an article about the essence of basketball, citing several stories of famous stars.
C. Discuss advantages of doing sports, specifically basketball, with reference to literature.
D. Make up a story about one’s experience in basketball, showing the importance of sports.
(C)
The Power of Habit
We like to think we’re in control of our choices, but the truth is, nearly half of what we do each day unfolds without conscious thought. That first sip of coffee in the morning, the way we instinctively reach for our phones during downtime, even the routes we take to work—all of these follow invisible scripts written by habit. In The Power of Habit, Charles Duhigg masterfully uncovers the invisible patterns that shape our lives, blending cutting-edge science with impressive stories that resonate with young readers seeking self-improvement.
At the core of habit formation lies a simple but powerful habit loop: —a simple yet profound three-step cycle: cue prompts routine, which delivers reward. This neurological blueprint explains why stress sends us straight to the snack cupboard or why boredom leads to mindless scrolling. But once we recognize the loop, we can rewrite it. Duhigg makes this science tangible(有形的) through vivid examples: how call centers train new employees to handle angry customers by rewiring their instinctive reactions into calm, solution-focused responses, or how Olympic swimmers like Michael Phelps use ritualized warm-ups to enter peak performance states. The same principle applies to everyday life. Small, deliberate adjustments—like exchanging social media for a short walk during breaks —can reprogram autopilot behaviors over time.
The work systematically explores the phenomenon of “keystone habits ”—small changes that create ripple effects. Someone who starts exercising regularly might, without even trying, eat healthier or sleep better. A student who commits to organizing their study space may find their focus sharpening in other areas, too. So there is no need to change everything all at once. Identify one habit, nurture it, and let the rest follow.
Habits don’t just shape individuals—they drive communities and movements. Consider how social change happens. Often, it’s not just about big speeches or dramatic moments; it’s about repeated, collective actions that become second nature. When a group of people consistently shows up, speaks out, or supports a cause, those repeated behaviors, sustained over time, have the power to redefine cultures.
Of course, reconditioning deeply rooted habits—like procrastination or unhealthy coping mechanisms—isn’t as simple as pressing a switch. Knowledge alone isn’t enough; it takes practice, support, and sometimes even professional guidance. What works is replacing rather than resisting: substituting the unhealthy reward for a healthier one, or anchoring a new routine to an existing cue; in this way we stop being prisoners of routine and start becoming its authors. The process is gradual, but the payoff comes when you feel equipped to rewrite your own life scripts.
43. The term “autopilot behaviors” in paragraph 2 probably refers to __________.
A. temporary impulsive reaction.
B. mindless habitual action.
C. conscious voluntary options.
D. random instinctive responses.
44. Which of the following is TRUE
A. Habit loops progresses in a circle: cue, reward and routine.
B. Phelps is mentioned to argue that willpower serves as the driver of habit change.
C. The book suggests that knowledge is irrelevant to habit changes.
D. Social transformation emerges through sustained repetition of collective habits.
45. Which of these habits is a keystone habit
A. Emma checks social media first thing, which sometimes makes her late for class but keeps her updated.
B. Tom prepares his school outfit the night before, and finds mornings less stressful with more time for breakfast.
C. Sophia watches TV during dinner, often finishing meals faster than when eating mindfully.
D. Noah organizes his desk every Friday though it doesn’t affect his weekly productivity.
46. The primary purpose of this passage is to __________.
A. discuss how to minimize the influence of habits.
B. analyze how habits come into being.
C. introduce and recommend a book on habit science.
D. instruct feasible habit-training methods.
Section C
Directions: Complete the following passage by using the sentences given below. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need.
Crown-of-Thorns Starfish and the Great Barrier Reef (大堡礁)
Native to the warm waters of the Indo-Pacific region, crown-of-thorns starfish can serve as important predators(捕食者) in healthy reef ecosystems, where they feed primarily on fast-growing corals. This predation creates space for slower-growing coral species to develop, thereby maintaining biodiversity. ______47______ The animals typically have a regular rise and fall cycle, but since the 1960s, scientists have noted an alarming increase in the size and frequency of outbreaks of the predators, which can grow up to half a meter wide. A comprehensive 2012 study examining the 27-year decline of coral populations on the Great Barrier Reef attributed approximately 40% of total coral mortality to these greedy predators.
Over the past two decades, several major outbreaks have caused devastating damage to large sections of the Great Barrier Reef. ______48______. In response, scientists launched a killing program in 2012 in an attempt to control starfish numbers across vast reef areas. Despite criticism from some conservation groups, controlled studies have demonstrated positive outcomes from the program. Specifically, recent monitoring data indicates that coral cover increased by an average of 44% in regions where targeted starfish removal was implemented, suggesting this intervention may be effective in supporting reef recovery.
Some marine ecologists, however, remain unconvinced that killing offers a sustainable long-term solution. Crown-of-thorns starfish, though destructive during population booms, play a natural regulatory role in controlling dominant coral species and maintaining ecosystem balance. ______49______ Scientific evidence shows that nutrient runoff from coastal agriculture stimulates phytoplankton(浮游植物) blooms, which provide abundant food for starfish. This human-induced environmental change appears to be disrupting natural population control mechanisms.
Though the program has demonstrated some success, marine scientists emphasize that addressing fundamental causes of starfish population boom, like pollution and climate change, is crucial for the long-term survival of coral reefs. ______50______.
A. The Great Barrier Reef is home to thousands of species that depend on healthy coral ecosystems.
B. Marine biologists have observed that these outbreaks typically occur in cycles of 15-20 years, but their frequency and intensity appear to be increasing.
C. Researchers are also exploring alternative methods such as using natural predators and early detection systems to provide sustainable solutions.
D. However, ecological problems arise when starfish populations experience uncontrolled explosions.
E. Some scientists argue that complete elimination of the starfish would be the most enduring solution.
F. Concerns have been raised about the approach’s effectiveness in the face of more significant challenges, such as climate change and global warming.
III. Summary Writing
51. Directions: Read the following passage. Summarize in no more than 60 words the main idea and the main point (s) of the passage. Use your own words as far as possible.
The Rise of Gig Economy
The rise of the gig economy — short-term, freelance (自由职业), or contract work — has transformed traditional employment. A survey reveals that 60% of freelancers report greater job satisfaction than full-time office workers, but research also suggests this shift has mixed effects on worker satisfaction.
Autonomy and flexibility stand as the clearest advantage. Workers can set their own schedules, choose projects that interest them, and even work from anywhere. Many find this freedom liberating compared to traditional 9-to-5 jobs.
Gig work enables skill diversification — workers can take on varied projects across industries, expanding their expertise beyond a single job role. This exposure often leads to faster career growth and higher earning potential in the long term.
Yet beneath this surface of independence lie significant drawbacks. Financial security often escapes most gig workers, who typically don’t receive health coverage, retirement plans or paid leave. During economic downturns, gig workers are especially vulnerable, as seen during the pandemic when many lost income overnight.
The psychological strain often goes unnoticed. Working alone without colleagues can lead to feelings of isolation, while the constant pressure to secure new projects creates persistent stress. Many freelancers describe their experience a “feast-or-famine” cycle.
Interestingly, studies show that hybrid models — combining gig work with part-time traditional jobs — lead to the highest satisfaction. This approach provides stability while retaining flexibility. A junior developer working remotely for a fintech startup develops custom ChatGPT plugins for e-commerce clients via Toptal. The steady startup salary covers living expenses, while high-margin freelance projects fund his AI upskilling courses.
Policy makers and companies are now exploring innovative ways to improve gig workers’ conditions.
Some propose portable benefits, where workers carry insurance and retirement plans across jobs. Others suggest minimum wage guarantees for platform-based gigs.
As the gig economy continues expanding, its ultimate impact will depend on how society addresses these structural challenges. For individual workers, success increasingly means navigating the delicate balance between cherished freedom and essential security — a balancing act that may redefine work for generations to come.
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IV. Translation
Directions: Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.
52. 令她喜忧参半的是，她将成年独立，再无家荫庇护。（what）（汉译英）
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53. 他已行医三十余载，病患无不称赞其医术高超，品德高尚。(compliment)
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54. 太极中华传统文化之瑰宝，其动作柔缓，但能以突发之力击退对手。(feature)
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55. 音乐节的亮点是一场盛大的烟花秀，五彩缤纷的烟花照亮江边夜空，为数万观众带来无与伦比的视听盛宴。（offer）
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V. Guided Writing
56. Directions: Write an English article according to the instructions given below in Chinese.
假如你是明启中学同学李明，你校学生会计划增加一些课外活动，目前提议比较多的项目如下，参考下表写一封信给项目运营组，内容包括：
1. 选择你所感兴趣的一个项目并陈述理由；
2. 就此活动提出自己的建议，例如内容和方式等。
活动 时间 形式
艺术演出 周五下午16:00-18:00 线下，礼堂
职业规划 周六下午14:00-16:00 线上，线下同步
投资理财 周日上午10:00-12:00 线上
AI设计 周二四晚上18:30-19:30 线下, 实验室
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