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2025--2026年高考英语其他阅读题专项分类强化练习
一、人与自我（本大题共6小题）
根据短文内容及首字母提示，填写所缺单词，使短文意思完整。
Andy opened his eyes and looked at the clock.10:00 He jumped out of bed and threw on clothes. He had wanted to get up early and surprise his dad with Father’s Day breakfast in bed — with his mom’s h 1 of course. He took up the wrapped present on his desk and went to find his father.
“Where is Dad ” Andy checked all the rooms, but the whole house was e 2 . He walked out to the yard, and his jaw (下巴) dropped. Dad was holding a hammer and looking at a new tree fort (树堡) that stood in their big back yard.
Andy climbed the rope ladder (梯子) up to the fort. It had two rooms with three small w 3 .
Dad f 4 Andy into the fort, looking excited. “I spent all morning building it. I had one when I was at your age. Grandpa surprised me with it on Father’s Day, too.”
“So, it’s like a t 5 in our family ” Andy asked.
“Yes, this is a present for both of us. Maybe you’ll build one for your son one day. “
Dad looked around and asked Andy what they would do first in the tree fort. Andy slowly showed the present and said, “Happy Father’s Day!” He didn’t think it was possible, but Dad’s smile widened as he opened the gift. “A chess set! H 6 did you know I wanted it ” Andy always saw his dad playing a 7 the computer. And he guessed it must be his father’s favorite.
“Let’s play it!” Dad set up the chessboard. “It’s the best gift I got of all this Father’s Day.”
“I’m glad you like it,” Andy said.
“I do. And I want to spend more time with you. I always love the father-son time. I spent a lot with your grandfather when I was g 8 up.”
Andy looked at his dad, “Can we call Grandpa and i 9 him to come to the fort ”
Dad squeezed Andy’s shoulder, “I think he’d love that.”
That day, the three men played, talked and laughed. It was really a h 10 Father’s Day.
阅读下面短文，根据短文内容完成句子。
What’s the most important thing for you to have in your life Somebody mentions hard-work, others suggest knowledge, love and luck.
If you arrange(排列)the 26 English letters in order and use numbers to represent each of them, for example,1 for a,2 for b,3 for c……26 for z, you can change an English word into a number. So hard-work becomes 8+1+18+4+23+15+18+11=“98”, meaning 98 is its mark. Knowledge: 11+14+15+23+12+5+4+7+5=“96”, love: 12+15+22+5=“54”, and luck: 12+21+3+11=“47”, a small mark. None of these words can give one a full mark. What about money It can’t, either.
Then what else Don’t be worried. You can always find an answer to a problem in your life, when you change your way of looking at things or doing things, or your attitude. Yes, a full mark.
Different attitudes lead to different courses of life. Most time people hope for a better life. It is possible that they will have a better life if they change their attitudes. When you change your manner and became friendly towards others, you’ll meet more smiling faces towards you. In the same way, if you take a positive attitude towards failure(有益的)though it has caused you losses.
11．Some people think it is important to have hard-work, knowledge, in their life.
12．According to the passage, the mark of the word “money” is .
13．From the passage, we know it’s possible for you if you change your attitude.
14．People will meet towards them when they change their manners and become friendly to others.
15．We know that is the most important thing in our life from the passage.
阅读下面短文，按照要求用英语回答问题。
Steamed buns, or xiaolongbao, receive global recognition for their paper-thin skin and light, flavorful fillings. They are steamed to perfection, highlighting a harmonious blend of their delicate textures with the distinctive fresh and delicious broth (肉汤).
The buns, generally thought to have originated in Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang province, were actually created by locals from Shengzhou (嵊州), a county-level city in Shaoxing, Zhejiang, around 120 kilometers southeast of Hangzhou.
Historical records show that the owner of the first xiaolongbao shop, believed that compared with Hangzhou, Shengzhou was less well-known to people. As a result, in order to attract customers, the owner decided to use Hangzhou on his signboard.
Natives of Shengzhou doing business across the country then followed suit, naming their shops Hangzhou xiaolongbao. Therefore, for a long time, Hangzhou xiaolongbao has been synonymous with Shengzhou xiaolongbao.
Local statistics show that there are about 50,000 Shengzhou natives who, relying on Shengzhou xiaolongbao, have opened more than 20,000 stores nationwide. Most of the shops that are scattered throughout the streets and alleys exist as mom-and-pop stores, with the handmade buns being of good quality.
However, compared to the modern production processes of many food outlets, the development of Shengzhou xiaolongbao faced limitations. Since 2016, the government of Shengzhou has rolled out an initiative to establish distinctive brands for both Shengzhou xiaolongbao and other local snacks, with an annual investment of 30 million yuan ($4 million) to fuel its growth.
Entrepreneurs (企业家) in Shengzhou have also blazed new trails by pioneering a production line for quick-frozen xiaolongbao. So far, there are more than 70 quick-frozen xiaolongbao companies in Shengzhou.
16．Where is the true origin of xiaolongbao (no more than 8 words)
17．Why did the first xiaolongbao shop owner choose Hangzhou on his signboard (no more than 5 words)
18．What does the underlined phrase mean in Paragraph 4 (no more than 3 word)
19．What challenges did the development of xiaolongbao face (no more than 12 words)
20．How do you think the introduction of quick-frozen xiaolongbao production lines might change the way people consume and view this traditional food (no more than 20 words)
阅读下面的短文，并根据短文内容回答后面的问题。
We all know eating out can be a lot of fun. There’s the experience of having someone wait on your every need, the social aspect of being in a restaurant with friends and, of course, the great benefit of the lack of in-home cleanup.
We all also know eating out can be expensive, and I’m pretty sure college isn’t the most financially successful time in a normal person’s life. That’s why eating at home for a majority of meals really is the only option for many college students.
Eating at home doesn’t have to be dull, boring, or difficult. It can and should be an energetic, creative experience that transforms the way you look at food. When you cook for yourself, you know exactly how your pasta(意大利面) is going to turn out. You know where the greens in your salad come from. You know the olive oil you’re using really comes from olives that are pressed for the first time. Use eating at home as an opportunity to learn and develop your kitchen sills I promise you they will remain useful and rewarding for the rest of your life.
Another important concept is to keep in mind that when it comes to shopping for food——less quantity, more quality. Buy base ingredients that are fresh, as local as possible and beautiful, and anything you cook will improve greatly. I promise you will be just as satisfied by eating a little bit less of something with a lot more quality.
I am not saying eating out is a bad thing. But I insist there are many more places that are not worth your cash. Put a little more effort into cooking for yourself at home and you will gain experience and appreciation for the world of food.
21．List at least two benefits of eating out according to the text. (No more than 15 words)
22．What does the underlined word “option” most probably mean (1 word)
23．What’s Paragraph 3 mainly about (No more than 7 words)
24．What advice is given concerning shopping for food in Paragraph 4 ( No more than 4 words)
25．Do you like eating at home Give your own reasons. (No more than 25 words)
阅读表达
Just like everyone, I have experienced ups and downs in my life. I am an aerospace engineer from India, I was told by my relatives, close friends and others that it was hard for a non-IT student to pursue a master's degree in IT and graduate from a US university.
I had never taken courses related to computers or programming. I was never interested in being a programmer, but things changed. I became so fascinated with the convenience IT has brought to our life that I made up my mind in chasing a master's degree in IT.
At first, I came across too many difficulties and ing from a middle-class family, the huge cost per credit was a big issue. My English accent was terrible. Most importantly, the course seemed impossible at first. Although I felt so discouraged and frustrated, I never thought of giving up.
Then I decided to choose my university because it promised its students to help them learn practically. During my first month, it was difficult to understand the Americans' accent and finish my assignments. But I never gave in. I walked two miles to the university every day so that I could use my travel money to buy a meal. I started looking for jobs and I got an offer to work as a student assistant, which meant lifting benches and chairs every day.
I took all these challenges as my chances, and I believed that hard work was my strength. Right now I am graduating with a GPA of 3.96/4 and a job offer from a multinational company that has asked me to start right after graduation.
When you have a dream to realize, there is nothing that can stop you. All you need is the diligence and persistence. Hard work always pays off. Having a determined will is also necessary.
26．Why did the author's family and friends say that it was hard for him to pursue a master's degree in IT (no more than 8 words)
27．What does the underlined part in paragraph 2 mean (no more than 5 words)
28．What is the main idea of paragraph 3 (no more than 10 words)
29．What made the author graduate with a higher GPA and a good job offer (no more than 15 words)
30．How does the author's story inspire you (no more than 25 words)
阅读表达
It was a dark and stormy night. The ferocious wind shook the windows wildly, as though someone outside were beating on the glass. It was also New Year’s Eve. We were having our annual party and had a house full of people just starting to celebrate.
Suddenly, we heard loud explosions. Looking outside and up into the hills, we saw sparks(火花) flying from electrical transformers(变压器). One area after another went dark up in those hills. Then there was the loudest explosion of them all and our house went dark too. I tried to find every candle we had and lit them. The candles made everything look lovely. But we had problems. We had fifteen people standing around and we still had to cook dinner. How would we do that without electricity
The barbecue! Why not cook on the barbecue We men went outside, some holding flashlights and others cooking. We did a wonderful job. The women stayed inside and got the salads ready. Everything was delicious. There were still a few hours to go before the beginning of the new year, so we all sat around the dining room table and sang up until a few minutes before midnight. We couldn’t watch the ball drop in Times Square on television but that wouldn’t stop us from celebrating. I stood on a chair and, with the help of someone’s watch to tell us the time, we all counted down and I dropped a tennis ball! We all screamed Happy New Year. We didn’t need electricity for that!
Nowadays, we still get together with the same group to celebrate the New Year and we still talk about that special night. I don’t think we have ever laughed so much as we did on that New Year’s Eve.
31．What does the underlined word mean in Paragraph 1 (1 word)
32．What made dinner preparation difficult according to Paragraph 2 (no more than 6 words)
33．How did the people celebrate on New Year’s Eve according to the passage (no more than 10 words)
34．How does the author feel about that particular New Year’s Eve (no more than 8 words)
35．What do you think is the most necessary quality when dealing with an unexpected difficult situation Please explain why. (no more than 25words)
二、人与社会（本大题共10小题）
阅读下面的短文，请根据各部分要求作答。
Following My Dream
I grew up in a poor family with six brothers, three sisters, my father and mother. We had little money and few goods, but plenty of love and attention. I was happy and energetic. I understood that no matter how poor a person was, he could still afford a dream.
My dream was athletics. By the time I was sixteen, I could throw a ninety-mile-per-hour fastball and hit anything that moved on the football field. And I was so lucky that my high-school coach was Ollie Jarvis, who not only believed in me, but often told me “The dream is invaluable.” However, when I was about to get off the ground, one particular thing happened, which almost ruined (毁坏) my long-held dream.
It was the summer holiday in Senior Two and a friend recommended me for a summer job. I was offered $12.25 per pared with the average $3.5, that was a big sum. I was so excited, because this meant a chance for money in my pocket, certainly, money for a new bike and new clothes, and the start of savings for a house for my mother. The prospect (前景) of the job was inviting, and I wanted to jump at the opportunity.
Then I realized I would have to give up summer baseball training to handle the work schedule. I didn’t dare to tell my coach. I thought of the advice my mother often gave me when I lacked courage “If you make your bed, you have to lie in it.” I decided to talk to my coach by myself. After all, my dream of buying my mom a house and having money in my pocket was worth facing his disappointment to me. I gathered my courage and knocked at his door.
36．从下面方框中选择恰当的单词，并用正确形式填入表格。每词限用一次，有两词为多余选项。
train know upset advise fortune price move appeal own disappoint please recommend
About my family
I grew up in a poor family and we little money and few goods, but we had plenty of love and attention. I felt and energetic. I that each person could build his dream even though he was poor.
About my training
By the time I was 16, I could throw a fast ball and hit anything on the football field. I was so that my coach was Ollie Jarvis, who often told me “The dream is .”
About the summer job
In the summer holiday I was for a summer job and was offered $12.25 per hour. I was so excited about the big sum, because this meant a chance for me to earn more money, which was really . But if I wanted to continue , I would have to give up the summer job offer. Even though it would make Coach Jarvis , I thought it was right to try to buy my mom a house and earn more money.
37．What does the author mean by saying “no matter how poor a person was, he could still afford a dream”
38．What might happen when the author told Coach Jarvis about his decision
39．If you were the coach, what would you say to the author
阅读下面短文和问题，根据短文内容和每小题后的具体要求，完成对该问题的回答。答语要意思清楚，结构正确，书写工整。
The Value of Failure in Success
In our pursuit of success, failure often seems like an unwelcome guest. We usually view failure as something negative, something to be avoided at all costs. However, failure is an inevitable (unavoidable) part of life, and it actually holds great value in our journey towards success.
Failure serves as a powerful teacher. When we fail at something, we are forced to reflect on our actions. For example, if we fail an exam, we analyze what went wrong. Maybe we didn’t study the right materials, or our time- management during the exam was poor. Through this self-reflection, we can identify our weaknesses and learn from our mistakes. This newly-found knowledge becomes a valuable asset (有利条件) (property), guiding us to make better decisions and take more effective actions in the future.
Failure also builds resilience (toughness). Each time we face failure and manage to get back up, we become stronger. Take Thomas Edison as an example. He failed thousands of times before inventing the light bulb. But instead of giving up, he used each failure as a stepping-stone. His perseverance in the face of repeated failures made him one of the most influential inventors in history. Similarly, when we encounter failure in our lives, whether it’s in sports, academics, or personal relationships, bouncing back from it gives us the mental toughness to handle future challenges.
Moreover, failure can change our perspective (观点). It makes us more humble and less overconfident. When we experience failure, we realize that we are not invincible and that there is always room for improvement. This new perspective allows us to approach tasks with a more open-minded and realistic attitude. It also helps us appreciate success more. After going through the hardships of failure, the taste of success becomes sweeter.
In conclusion, failure is not the end but a crucial part of the path to success. It teaches us, builds our resilience, and shapes our perspective. We should embrace failure, learn from it, and use it as a springboard to achieve greater things.
40．Why is self-reflection after failure important
41．How does failure contribute to building resilience
42．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why.
Failure changes our perspective by making us more humble and more overconfident, helping us appreciate success more.
43．Though failure can be helpful, what can we do to avoid failure as much as possible (In about 40 words.)
阅读下面短文，按照要求完成阅读任务。
One day I decided to plant a garden in our backyard, and my husband began to paint our fence. We’re renters, not owners, and were growing tired of waiting for the day when we would be able to buy something, so we began turning our house into a place we could call home.
We’ve also taken on new responsibilities: I started volunteering at the city’s animal shelter, and my husband has been volunteering for a nonprofit art gallery. Being involved in this way has given each of us an increased sense of purpose and strengthened our ties to the place we live in.
But it’s not just the things that you can add to your restart that matter. I’m happy to be able to help out an elderly woman I see struggling with her bag. I know I’ve done something good when I knock on a neighbor’s door and let her know her car lights are still on. I feel I’ve done my part when I find a lost dog wandering in the neighborhood and return him to his relieved owner.
No doubt it works the other way, too. As we come to care about the place we live in, the people here grow to know and care about us. It feels good to know that when we’re out of town, our neighbors are picking up our mail and keeping an eye on our house for us. We’re delighted when a neighbor congratulates us on my pregnancy.
This symbiotic (共生的) relationship we’re building with our community is exciting and inspiring. As I watch new life sprouting up in my garden, I think about all the possibilities for laying down more roots to this place and growing along with it. And as I think about the baby growing, I am knowing we will be bringing a new person — a new participant — into this community, a community he’ll call his hometown.
44．What new responsibility has the author’s husband been taking on （No more than 10 words）
45．Why are the writer and her husband rewarded in return （No more than 10words）
46．What does the underlined phrase “sprouting up” most probably mean （No more than 3 words）
47．How does the author find the symbiotic relationship with her community （No more than 5 words）
48．After reading the text, if you want to have a life with your neighborhood, what should you do （No more than 20 words）
阅读短文，按照题目要求用英语回答问题。
Just like everyone, I have experienced ups and downs in my life. I am an aerospace engineer from India. I was told by my relatives, close friends and others that it was hard for a non-IT student to pursue a master’s degree in IT and graduate from a US university.
I had never taken courses related to computers or programming. I was never interested in being a programmer, but things changed. I became so captivated by the convenience IT has brought to our life that I made up my mind to chase a master’s degree in IT.
At first, I came across too many difficulties and ing from a middle-class family, the huge cost per credit was a big issue. My English accent was terrible. Most importantly, the course seemed impossible at first. Although I felt so discouraged and frustrated, I never thought of giving up.
Then I decided to choose my university because it promised its students to help them learn practically. During my first month, it was difficult to understand the Americans’ accent and finish my assignments. But I never gave in. I walked two miles to the university every day so that I could use my travel money to buy a meal. I started looking for jobs and I got an offer to work as a student assistant, which meant lifting benches and chairs every day.
I took all these challenges as my chances, and I believed that hard work was my strength. Right now I am graduating with a GPA of 3.96/4 and a job offer from a multinational company that has asked me to start right after graduation.
When you have a dream to realize, there is nothing that can stop you. All you need is the diligence and persistence. Hard work always pays off. Having a determined will is also necessary.
49．Why did the author’s family and friends say that it was hard for him to pursue a master’s degree in IT (no more than 8 words)
50．What does the underlined part “captivated by” in paragraph 2 mean (2 words)
51．What is the main idea of paragraph 3 (no more than 10 words)
52．What made the author graduate with a higher GPA and a good job offer (no more than 15 words)
53．What do you learn from the author’s story (no more than 25 words)
54．What did Tu Youyou study at Peking University （no more than 5 words）
55．What did Tu Youyou and her team do to find a treatment for malaria Please give an example.（no more than 15 words）
56．What does the word “persistence” mean in Paragraph 6 （no more than 2 words）
57．Why did Tu Youyou decide to test artemisinin on herself （no more than 15 words）
58．How does Tu Youyou’s story inspire you in pursuing your goals Please explain in your own words.（no more than 20 words）
阅读下列短文，根据短文内容用英语回答问题。
What do you do in a situation like this You’re eating dinner with friends in a nice restaurant. You’re having a great time when a phone rings at the table next to you. A man takes out his phone and starts talking loudly about problems he’s having with his girlfriend. He talks for almost ten minutes! This happens all the time - on buses, in restaurants, everywhere!
Many people find cell phones useful in their daily lives. But we’ve all sat next to someone talking too loudly on a cell phone. You may want to tell the loudmouth to end the conversation, but let the management take care of noisy customers. You can only control your own behavior. Here are a few rules:
* Off means off! Follow the rules of restaurants and other public places. If a sign says “turn off cell phones”, don’t use your phone.
* Lights off, phone off! Never take calls in a theater or at the movies.
Pay attention! Talking on a cell phone while driving is dangerous. And watch where you’re going when you’re walking down the street and talking on the phone.
As more people use cell phones, things are only going to get worse. So, the next time you’re getting ready to make a call, stop and consider the people around you.
59．What does the passage mainly talk about (no more than 10 words)
60．What does the underlined word “loudmouth” in Paragraph 2 probably mean (no more than 5 words)
61．Where could you see the sign “Light off, phone off!” according to the passage (no more than 10 words)
62．What’s the author’s attitude towards someone talking too loudly on a cell phone in public (1 word)
63．How do you like people who talk loudly on a phone in public (no more than 25 words)
阅读下面短文，根据题目要求用英文回答问题。
A Journey with a Painting Drone
In the messy garage of their home, 16-year-old Emma stared at the pieces of her brother’s old broken drone (无人机). Her physics teacher had given the class a task — turning old technology into something “magical.” While most students built simple things like solar chargers, Emma dreamed of something bigger — a drone that could paint pictures while flying! She drew designs mixing science and art — brushes attached to propellers (螺旋桨) and colours guided by GPS. Her classmates laughed, calling it a “flying junk,” but Emma kept working.
One rainy afternoon, she adjusted the drone’s settings to match music. Every beat released a paint drop. The first try was a mess — bright paints spread everywhere. But Emma noticed a pattern in the chaos. After five tries, the drone danced to Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony, creating a beautiful abstract painting. Her project won the school’s top prize and even inspired local artists to use her technology for large outdoor artworks.
Emma’s success wasn’t just about imagination. It teaches us three essential keys to unlocking creativity. First, balance is crucial. Creativity grows not in daydreams alone, but when wild ideas meet real-world logic. Emma didn’t just imagine a painting drone; she grounded her vision in maths and physics, calculating how to keep brushes steady mid-flight. Second, bravery grows through small steps. Early on, Emma almost abandoned her idea, fearing others would laugh. But she fought doubt by practising creativity daily. Finally, fun fuels persistence. Emma’s first test spread paints everywhere, but instead of giving up, she found joy in the chaos. Her attempts reminded her that “impossible” ideas can awaken wonder. Creativity isn’t a rare gift for the chosen few; it’s a muscle that strengthens when we laugh at failures and celebrate small wins.
Most importantly, Emma’s journey mirrors a universal truth: creativity, like a child learning to walk, demands patience. Every wobble (蹒跚) and every fall is a track of progress. When we cheer for effort rather than perfection — whether for a child’s first steps or our own messy drafts — we unlock the courage to keep moving forward.
64．What task did Emma’s physics teacher give to the class
65．According to the author, what are the essential keys to unlocking creativity
66．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why.
Emma, valuing the final result instead of small wins, learned from failures and eventually achieved her goal.
67．How do you unlock your creativity Please give one example. (In about 40 words)
阅读短文，按照题目要求用英语回答问题。
Jenifer, who is 10 years old, has been training in the athletic centre since 2014. She enjoys taking part in the 800 meters, 1,500 meters and cross-country racing events. Early in 2016, Jenifer competed in the state championships in all of these three events and qualified for the national competitions.
Jennifer is enthusiastic about her experience in the national competitions. She said that the most exciting thing for her was meeting other athletes from around Australia, including a new friend named Jessica. According to Jennifer, when she participated at state level, the bar was raised. “The national competitions are really hard; it’s harder to win,” she says.
Project worker Lisa notes that competing has had a positive impact on the young athlete. “Jennifer’ s participation in national competitions has enriched her life educationally, culturally and socially,” she says.
Jennifer’s mother is her inspiration. Jennifer is very grateful to her mother for the sacrifices she has made to enable Jennifer to train. In order to motivate her and accompany her to the weekly training session, Jennifer’s mother has to regularly give up work opportunities. Her mother, along with the rest of the family, is doing what they can to raise the funds required for regular travel and registration fees. This is a common struggle for some families pursuing success for their children.
Jennifer aspires (渴望) to follow in the footsteps of her father, an accomplished runner and the first person in the family to compete in the Stawell Gift. When she is talking about running, she beams with satisfaction and happiness. When asked what her favorite thing about running is, she wastes no time in saying“winning”. Considering the hard work going on behind the scenes to help Jennifer follow her love of running, the athlete’s simple motto — never give up — is somewhat important.
68．How did Jennifer find her experience in the national competitions ( no more than 5 words)
69．What is the meaning of the underlined part in Paragraph 2 ( no more than 5 words)
70．How did Jennifer’s mother assist her in running ( no more than 8 words)
71．How would you describe Jennifer in terms of personalities according to the last paragraph ( no more than 8 words)
72．What do you think is the key to success from Jennifer’s story Pleas explain.( no more than 20 words)
阅读短文，按照题目要求用英语回答问题。
Grace Young grew up in San Francisco. When she was little, she used to watch her father shop daily in Chinatown for whatever he needed to make traditional Chinese meals at home. As an award-winning cookbook author, Ms. Young, now 66, has spent decades shopping the same way in New York’s Chinatown.
Ms. Young developed a passion for cooking at an early age. At 13, she started to sit in on cooking classes. After college, Ms. Young moved to New York and worked in a book-packaging company. In her 30s, she realized that while she had helped create more than 40 cookbooks, she didn’t know how to make the dishes that tasted of home. “I knew if I recorded all of my parents’ recipes, it would be a great gift that I could give my family and the next generation.” she says.
Yet what began as a recipe book became a kind of memoir (回忆录). Talking about food encouraged her parents to finally open up about their past, like the fact that her father had owned a Chinatown restaurant in the 1940s “It was really an amazing way to learn not only my family’s recipes, but also my family’s story.” she says. The Wisdom of the Chinese Kitchen (1999) launched (开始) Ms. Young’s work in preserving Chinese culinary (烹饪的) traditions.
Ms. Young has also devoted herself to supporting the restaurants in Chinatown. Since early 2020, Ms. Young has raised money to buy meals from Chinatown restaurants and deliver them to those in need. This year, instead of cooking at home for her husband and friends, she celebrated the Chinese New Year with various dishes from local restaurants in Chinatown. “If these restaurants don’t survive, Chinese culinary traditions in our city won’t survive.” she says.
73．What is Ms. Young known as (no more than 5 words)
74．Why did Ms. Young want to record her parents’ recipes
(no more than 15 words)
75．What does the underlined word mean in Paragraph 3 (1 word)
76．What did Ms. Young do to help Chinatown restaurants this year
(no more than 15 words)
77．What can you learn from Ms. Young (no more than 20 words)
阅读下面短文，并按照题目要求用英语回答问题。
Perhaps no one knows the power of imagination better than Chinese sci-fi writer Liu Cixin. Until four years ago, Liu worked full-time as a computer engineer at a power plant in Yangquan, Shanxi province. He only wrote science fiction in his spare time. But it was during this time that Liu，s imagination took flight. He did what he might never have the chance to do in real life 一 wander in space，fight with aliens, and visit planets light-years away.
But even with such a powerful imagination, Liu, 55，probably hadn’t expected that he would become the first Asian to win the Hugo Award, science fiction’s highest prize, in 2015. Perhaps neither did he think that former US president Barack Obama would read his novel The Three-Body Problem (《三体》, 2006), nor that on Nov 9 in Washington DC, he would win the 2018 Arthur C． Clarke Award for Imagination in Service to Society. It’s the first time a Chinese writer has ever won the award.
In his acceptance speech, Liu said that he owed his imagination to Arthur C． Clarke (1917-2008), a famous UK sci-fi author. He said that reading Clarke’s classic novel 2001: A Space Odyssey (《2001太空漫游》) in the early 1980s had a great effect on him and his inspiration (灵感).
“My mind opened up like never before. I felt like a narrow stream finally embracing the sea, That night, in my eyes, the starry sky was completely different from the past. For the first time in my life. I was awed (使……敬畏) by the beauty and mystery of the universe.” Liu said.
But no matter how far away Liu，s imagination takes him，somehow his novels always stay grounded (理性的). In The Three-Body Problem, for example, Liu tells a tale of aliens invading (侵略) Earth. But unlike other alien stories, with their fancy weapons and strange creatures, Liu talks more about relationships between civilizations, rules of survival, and the meanings of life. And in The Wandering Earth (《流浪地球》, 2008), Liu looks ahead to the day when our solar system comes to an end and humans have to look for a new place to live. However, all his visions (设想) and solutions are based on “hard science”. Liu’s works aren’t simply daydreams.
Rather, it’s the fact that his imagination is based on reality that makes it such a powerful tool. In this Liu is like his mentor (引路人) Clarke, who, we read on the website of the Arthur C． Clarke Award，believed that “Humankind’s most powerful tool to shape its future is its imagination.”
78．What did Liu Cixin do before he became famous in 2015 (within 15 words)
79．What are Liu Cixin’s words quoted in Paragraph 4 mainly to show (within 8 words)
80．Why did the author mention The Three-Body Problem and The Wandering Earth in Paragraph 5 (within 10 words)
81．What’s the text mainly about (within 10 words)
82．Would you like to read Liu Cixin’s novels Why or why not (within 20 words)
三、细节理解（本大题共2小题）
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Four Colombian children survived a plane crash only to be lost deep in the Amazon rainforest for well over a month. This is how they survived this horrifying situation.
It’s most people’s nightmare: surviving a plane crash only to be trapped in a jungle with no way of contacting the outside world. But they survived. The children, aged 13, nine and four, as well as an 11-month-old baby, were flying with their mother from their village in the Amazon to visit their father in San Jose del Guaviare. The single-engine Cessna on which they were flying experienced engine problems and disappeared on May 1, 2023.
Bad weather prevented the army from finding the crash site for two weeks, where they then found the dead bodies of three adults, including the children’s mother. How did these children survive conditions that would be an unimaginable struggle for most adults They are members of the Huitoto Indigenous group and were raised in the jungle. As such, they have an intimate understanding of the rainforest. They know which fruits are safe to eat and which plants should be avoided.
Working with, rather than against, the Amazon, they survived on fruits and seeds, while feeding the baby water mixed with yucca flour that they found on the plane. While the children got on with the business of surviving, the Colombian army worked with Indigenous volunteers to find them. After 40 days of searching, the children were found and taken to recover at a military hospital in Bogota.
While many around the world have taken this survival story to be a miracle, others point out that it is the result of an ancient and intimate knowledge of the rainforest that has been passed down through Indigenous communities over the generations. Indigenous tribes have a close relationship to the Amazon, marked by a deep respect for the forest that provides them with shelter and nutritious ingredients. It is their close connection to and understanding of the rainforest that undoubtedly helped the children to survive.
83．What made the plane on which they were flying crash
84．Why did it take the army so long to find the children after the accident
85．Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why.
The children survived the horrifying situation by fighting against the Amazon rainforest.
86．What lesson can you learn from the story (In about 40 words)
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Adilah was 10 years old when she started reading newspaper stories. One story was about sharks. They had plastic in their stomachs. Adilah knew she needed to do something. First, she joined a group. It organized clean-up activities in Dubai, her home city. “The group helps me understand what a person can do and how I can really make a difference.” she says.
Then Adilah created Kids for a Better World. Its goal is to fight climate change. It has brought together nearly 10, 000 youths. They come from all over the world. Kids for a Better World is for people aged 8 to 16. It teaches them about what they can do to deal with climate change. They can grow food or plant trees. They can collect recyclables. “This is the information which can help change our future.” Adilah says.
Dubai is a desert big city. Growing up there has made Adilah understand the need for action. Her city faces the risks of rising temperatures and less water supply. She believes young people can bring attention to these environmental challenges.
Adilah is all about small actions. But she has big plans. She’d like to go to college in California. While she’s there, she’ll continue being an activist. She will also be running Kids for a Better World. She hopes to encourage others to fight for a greener planet.
87．Where is Adilah’s home city
88．What risks does Adilah’s city face
89．Please underline the false part in the following statement and explain why.
Adilah created Kids for a Better World, whose goal is to teach youths how to grow food or plant trees.
90．Among Adilah’s qualities, which one(s) do you think will be important for us Why (In about 40 words)
四、推理判断（本大题共2小题）
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Maggie Epling was looking for a chance to do something good during her summer break. She wanted to find an activity that combined her interests and she found the perfect opportunity at a local animal shelter. “I thought about volunteering and I’ve always loved animals and photography, ” she said.
For the past two weeks, Epling has been taking pictures of dogs at an animal shelter in Kentucky. The idea came to her after she learned from adopters that they usually preferred adopting dogs with good photos and that those without such photos might be overlooked.
After hearing from other volunteers that black dogs struggle to get adopted, she has been especially devoted to making sure that those animals get great pictures. Epling gets to know the dogs before taking their pictures. There’s Binky, who absolutely loves to go out and run and she is a super sweet dog that loves taking photos. She just smiles at everything. There’s also Jersey, a one-year-old female dog that Epling describes as calm and well-mannered.
The phenomenon of pet adopters disliking black dogs is called black dog syndrome(综合征). But it is unclear how much the issue actually affects pet adoptions. A recent study found that black fur negatively influenced adoption rates for dogs. According to the report, black dogs had the least possibility of being adopted compared to dogs of all other colors. Epling said at least one of her dogs had been adopted. Winona, a black beagle(小猎兔犬), found a forever home several weeks ago. “When I came in today, the shelter staff told me that many people talked about how the photos made them want to come to the shelter, ” she said proudly.
91．Why did Epling volunteer at a local animal shelter (no more than 10 words)
92．How do you understand the underlined part in paragraph 2 (no more than 10 words)
93．What can we know about Jersey according to Epling’s description (no more than 5words)
94．What result did Epling’s photos produce (no more than 10 words)
95．How do you find Epling Please explain. (no more than 20 words)
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Digital Inclusion for Older Adults
As a researcher in the behavior of older adults, I regularly hear complaints from them like, “I’m just not part of this world anymore. In certain parts of society, I just can’t join... Some things just are not possible if you are not in the flow of the Internet.” or “We feel like we’re standing outside a building that we have no access to.”
Today, mastering digital technology has become a key component of what it means to fully participate in society. But one area in particular threatens to prevent some older adults from making connections: the digital divide.
As a recent study shows, one-third of adults aged 65 and older say they’ve never used the Internet, and half don’t have Internet access at home. Of those who do use the Internet, nearly half say they need someone else’s help to set up or use a new digital device.
In contrast to concerns about technology use increasing isolation (孤立；隔离) among younger populations, the communication and connection possible online can be especially valuable for older adults who are homebound, live far away from family, or have lost the loved ones. Older adults can use online tools to connect with friends and family via messaging platforms, video chat, and social media even if they can no longer physically visit them. And they can engage with the outside world through news, blogs, streaming platforms, and email, even if they are no longer able to move about as easily as they once could.
For older adults in particular, the risks associated with social isolation are profound. Loneliness among older adults has been associated with depression, functional decline, and death. Technology can serve as an important tool to help reduce these risks, but only if we provide older adults with the skills they need, to make inclusion in the digital world accessible to them.
The importance of digital inclusion is not going to disappear with the generational changes of the coming decades. Technology is continuously developing, and with each new digital innovation come challenges for even younger adults to adapt.
96．What prevents some older adults from connecting with society
97．What do the statistics (数据) in Paragraph 3 show
98．According to the passage, please complete the following sentence.
Enabling older adults to access the digital world can help them connect with family and friends and
99．Please briefly present your opinion on digital inclusion. (about 40 words)
五、词句猜测（本大题共10小题）
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A self-service flower shop operated by a college student in Beijing is attracting many young customers, Chinese media reported.
Different from traditional shops in the capital, the young storekeeper surnamed Wang opened the first self-service flower shop where people can select flowers and pay via mobile payment systems including Wechat and Alipay.
Born after 2000 and a lover of literature, the young man said “he begins the startup (创业) because it will not take up his time”. “Besides, people can go to flower shops at any time,” he added. “I cannot focus on reading when I have to serve customers.” So Wang opened the self-service flower shop after doing market research.
Most young customers like shopping in a free environment, and hate promotion (推销) from clerks, he explained, adding that customers can have their questions answered about the names of flowers through mobile apps.
Even though there is no shopkeeper, the operation has attracted many young customers and proved to be a success, at least for now.
Although he does not sell flowers in the shop in person, Wang said he would go to the shop at odd intervals to take care of the flowers though he couldn’t afford it full time.
“It is a business with a little money, and it can’t cause a huge loss if a burglary (偷盗) happens,” he said, adding that he trusts people.
100．How do people pay for flowers (no more than 8 words)
101．Why does Wang open the self-service flower shop (no more than 20 words)
102．How can customers have their questions answered about flowers (no more than 10 words)
103．What does the underlined phrase “at odd intervals” most probably mean (no more than 4 words)
104．What do you think of the self-service flower shop Tell your reasons. (no more than 25 words)
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More than 30 metric tons of ivory stocks are scheduled to be destroyed in Hong Kong. The African Wildlife Foundation says it welcomes the move in a region where a culture of ivory is deep seated.Because of the huge amount of ivory it will be destroyed in stages. And it won’t be crushed (压碎) as in recent events in the U. S. and China where much smaller amounts were destroyed. Instead, it will be turned into ash to ensure no small pieces remain that could be sold.
African Wildlife Foundation CEO — Dr. Patrick Bergin — said he is thrilled by Hong Kong’s decision for several reasons. “One, I think it shows growing global concern, and two, I think it shows that this is an issue that the East and the West and Africa can work together on.”
Besides the amount of ivory being destroyed, Bergin said where it is being done is also significant. It’s believed that Hong Kong is probably the single, largest market for ivory. Destroying ivory stocks there shows the market for ivory is prevented.
There was another illegal poaching back in the 1970s and 80s. Many people in the United States and other developed countries were buying Ivory jewelry. Bergin said a campaign began to raise awareness that thousands of animals had to die for that jewelry to be made. The campaign was called Only Elephants Should Wear Ivory. Because of the campaign, thousands of elephants were saved.
The head of the African Wildlife Foundation said that those campaigns did not happen in Asia. “We believe most of the market for ivory is now in Asia. The same movement has to occur. We need to reach out to the public in China, Vietnam and Hong Kong and Thailand — and particularly the younger generations. We need to help them understand the terrible result that this habit is causing,” he said.
105．Why won’t the ivory stocks in Hong Kong be destroyed through crushing them (no more than 10words)
106．In Bergin’s opinion, what is the significance of Hong Kong’s decision to destroy ivory stocks (no more than 15 words)
107．What does the underlined word “it” in Paragraph 3 refer to (no more than 4 words)
108．What does the author want to tell us by mentioning what the head of the African Wildlife Foundation said in the last paragraph (no more than 15 words)
109．What do you think of the movement of destroying ivory stocks Give your reasons.(no more than 20 words)
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Mr. Zhao, a street cleaner from Shenyang, in China’s northeast Liaoning Province, leads a very simple lifestyle. Most of his meals consist of simple boiled noodles, he hasn’t bought new clothes in about 30 years, and he and his family live in a very small house. Even though he earns just 2,000 yuan per month, he could probably have a much more comfortable life if he didn’t give most of his income away. Coming from low beginnings himself, he has spent the last thirty years of his life helping poor children, while also taking care of his own family.
Zhao’s father died when he was very young, and his mother suffered from mental problems, so he relied on the kindness of others throughout most of his childhood. He knows all about poverty and helplessness. That’s what makes him so dedicated to paying this kindness forward and helping other helpless children.
His family didn’t see the reason why he donated most of his income to the strangers, but he knows he’s doing the right thing. The 58-year-old street cleaner and his family used to live in their own house, but he decided to sell it a few years back, so now they live in a rented one. Zhao’s wife usually asked him why he gave money to strangers when their own family hardly had enough to get by.
So he took her to a mountain village to see the children he was donating money to and the conditions they lived in so she could understand his reasons. She hasn’t once argued with him about it since. She is on her husband’s side and helps these poor children with him together.
“I used to be like these children, I didn’t have enough to eat and I felt helpless, Zhao said. “I want to help them change their destiny (命运).”
110．What is Mr. Zhao’s income used for (no more than 10 words)
111．Why is Mr. Zhao so dedicated to helping others (no more than 10 words)
112．What did Zhao’s family think of his behavior (no more than 5 words)
113．How do you understand the underlined part in paragraph 4 (no more than 5 words)
114．What do you think of Mr. Zhao Please explain.(no more than 25 words)
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Almost every driver in the world will spend part of their life waiting at traffic lights. In a lifetime, one might wait at red lights for countless hours, but few drivers ever wonder who invented these crucial devices.
The first traffic light was installed in 1868 in London, outside the British Houses of Parliament. It was manually operated and designed by J. P Knight, a railway engineer, to help manage the growing number of horse-drawn carriages. Unfortunately, this first model used gas lights, which eventually led to an explosion, injuring the officer operating it. After that incident, traffic lights were largely forgotten until cars began to crowd the streets of major cities.
The modern, electric traffic light was invented in 1923 by Garrett Morgan, an African American inventor. Morgan was an innovator who saw the need for safer roads. He noticed that vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians often collided because there was no organized system to manage street intersections. To solve this problem, Morgan developed a device with three positions: stop, go, and a third that allowed time for drivers to stop before the light turned red. This simple innovation reduced the number of accidents and made intersections safer for everyone.
When Morgan introduced his invention, the initial reception was mixed. Drivers were used to chaotic intersections and many didn’t understand why they should obey a light instead of just going when they felt it was safe. However, Morgan was persistent. He demonstrated how his traffic signal could save lives, and soon, cities across the United States began to adopt his system.
Since then, the traffic light has become an essential part of road safety worldwide. Today’s lights use advanced sensors and technology to help manage traffic flow more efficiently. They also include pedestrian signals and countdown times to improve safety for those on foot.
The evolution of the traffic light shows how simple ideas can transform into vital tools for daily life. Garrett Morgan’s invention has not only made roads safer but has also shaped how we navigate our cities today.
115．What caused the first traffic light to fail (No more than 10 words)
116．According to the context, what does the underlined word “collided” mean (1word)
117．What is the main idea of paragraph 3 (No more than 10 words)
118．What features do today’s traffic lights include to improve efficiency and safety (No more than 10 words)
119．What is your opinion of Garrett Morgan Please give your reasons. (No more than 20 words)
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When I was ten years old, on a family vacation to Las Vegas, I felt very uncomfortable. I was immediately taken to the hospital. It turned out that I had a big stroke(中风). It made me no longer able to talk, read, write and understand what anyone was saying to me. The entire right side of my body had no feeling.
I stayed in the hospital for months. There I met my favorite doctor. Her last visit was the most important visit of all. She sent me a box as a gift. Inside was a little toy figure of a soldier. She said, “He’s a fighter. You should be like him, David. As long as you try to be him, you can triumph over your illness at last.” She moved her arms as she was fighting to help me understand.
The next few years’ fighting was really hard. I went to lots of speech and physical treatments. I did learn to walk again, but my right arm remained unable to feel anything. Slowly, I learned to talk again. I started with one syllable(音节)-then more. It allowed me to go to a special school. But I couldn’t even spell my own name. Everything was about language and letters. Talking was hard. So was reading. I was sad. But I was still intelligent. Eventually, I decided to let life move on and do something for other stroke survivors.
To help them, I founded a nonprofit organization. I wrote a book on stroke recovery, which has become a guide for stroke survivors and their family members. To help people like me, I also keep speaking at national conferences and hospitals about how to better recover from the disease. Recently, I was invited to speak at a stroke conference to doctors and patients and tell my story.
Today, I can walk, run, and drive. But I still can’t use my right arm. However, there are so many things I can do. The fight to recover is hard. I’ll never, ever give up.
120．What happened to the author when he was ten years old (No more than 10 words)
121．What does the underlined part in Paragraph 2 mean (1 word)
122．Why was the author sad in the special school (No more than 10 words)
123．What’s Paragraph 4 mainly about (No more than 10 words)
124．What do you think of the author Please explain.(No more than 20 words)
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A couple of weeks ago, my grandfather explained his favorite expression, “Nothing is ever easy.” Then the following day, as I tried to complete my day’s work, I happened to notice a bumblebee(大黄蜂) on the skylight(天窗). The skylight was particularly high up, but I thought removing the bee would take no more than five minutes. An hour later, the bee still remained. All that had changed was that the living room was a mess and that I was dizzy from looking up into the sunlight. I did not expect to waste an hour on an insect so tiny, but by doing so, I understood what my grandfather meant.
It is not only time that we tend to underestimate — we don’t account for unexpected costs. We often imagine what can work in our favor, but we seldom think of all the negative things that could affect us. However, it is important to remember that your day or week or year might not go as planned, and that is completely normal. It is perfectly acceptable to feel challenged — even at a task you thought was simple — because that is part of life.
If you can accept that nothing will ever be easy, then life might seem slightly more manageable. In middle school, I thought high school might be easier because I could choose the classes I wanted to take. In high school, I thought college might be easier because I could have a schedule best suited for myself. Yet each time, I was both wrong and disappointed. After accepting that school wouldn’t (and shouldn’t) be easy, I found myself with a more positive attitude and improved results.
Of course, there should be preparations made to account for expenses or time. Doing so can only help you accomplish your goals in a better way. However, there is no need to beat ourselves up(过分自责) when something stands in our path. Maybe we cannot see a bee coming our way, but we can always give ourselves the extra time to catch it.
125．What was out of the author’s expectation when he removed the bumblebee on the skylight (no more than 15 words)
126．What does the underlined phrase “account for” in Paragraph 2 mean (no more than 3 words)
127．What does Paragraph 3 mainly tell us (no more than 15 words)
128．According to the passage, how will you deal with what stands on your path (no more than 15 words)
129．What do you understand the sentence—“Nothing is ever easy.” (no more than 25 words)
On January 28, 2025, a special performance called YangBOT amazed audiences at the CCTV Spring Festival Gala, China’s most-watched TV show directed by famous filmmaker Zhang Yimou.
The show combined traditional Chinese yangko(秧歌)dance with modern robot technology. In the performance, humanoid robots(robots shaped like humans)dressed in colorful costumes danced yangko, a joyful folk dance from northern China often seen during festivals. They spun handkerchiefs instantly and formed creative group patterns. These robots were developed by Unitree(字树科技), Chinese robotics company. This was not Unitree’s first success. In 2021, their robot cows named “Ben Ben”(犇犇) danced as backup for singer Andy Lau. They looked, to some extent, a little clumsy and awkward. But this time, the YangBOT danced through AI and used laser navigation(激光导航), thus enabling them to move safely and swiftly on the uneven(不平坦的)stage. They really made a breakthrough in technology.
Zhang Yimou explained, “This dance isn’t just fun-shows how technology can bring new life to traditions.” Thanks to these innovations, the robots won the hearts of millions. On social media, topics like “Robot Yangko” became hot quickly. Young viewers called it “cool,” while older audiences loved its humor and festive spirit.
The YangBOT program is a perfect mix of China’s tech-progress and cultural pride. As one fan said, “It’s like watching the future and past dance together!”. Some netizens, especially those living abroad, left messages on the blog of CCTV, expressing their sense of pride as Chinese people. It is a reflection of our confidence and pride.
130．Why did the YangBOT make audiences amazed at the CCTV Spring Festival Gala (in 10 words)
131．What made YangBOT different from Ben Ben (in 10 words)
132．What does the underlined sentence mean (in 10 words)
133．What can you learn from the last paragraph (in15 words)
134．How are you inspired by the performance of YangBOT Please explain in your own words.(in 20words)
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Almost every driver in the world will spend part of their life waiting at traffic lights. In a lifetime, one might wait at red lights for countless hours, but few drivers ever wonder who invented these crucial devices.
The first traffic light was installed in 1868 in London, outside the British Houses of Parliament. It was manually operated and designed by J.P Knight, a railway engineer, to help manage the growing number of horse-drawn carriages. Unfortunately, this first model used gas lights, which eventually led to an explosion, injuring the officer operating it. After that incident, traffic lights were largely forgotten until cars began to crowd the streets of major cities.
The modem, electric traffic light was invented in 1923 by Garrett Morgan, an African American inventor. Morgan was an innovator who saw the need for safer roads. He noticed that vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians often collided because there was no organized system to manage street intersections. To solve this problem, Morgan developed a device with three positions: stop, go, and a third that allowed time for drivers to stop before the light turned red. This simple innovation reduced the number of accidents and made intersections safer for everyone.
When Morgan introduced his invention, the initial reception was mixed. Drivers were used to chaotic intersections and many didn’t understand why they should obey a light instead of just going when they felt it was safe. However, Morgan was persistent. He demonstrated how his traffic signal could save lives, and soon, cities across the United States began to adopt his system.
Since then, the traffic light has become an essential part of road safety worldwide. Today’s lights use advanced sensors and technology to help manage traffic flow more efficiently. They also include pedestrian signals and countdown timers to improve safety for those on foot.
The evolution of the traffic light shows how simple ideas can transform into vital tools for daily life. Garrett Morgan’s invention has not only made roads safer but has also shaped how we navigate our cities today.
135．What caused the first traffic light to fail (No more than 10 words)
136．According to the context, what does the underlined word “collided” mean (No more than 1 word)
137．What was the main innovation in Morgan’s traffic light (No more than 15 words)
138．What features do today’s traffic lights include to improve safety and efficiency (No more than 20 words)
139．What is your opinion of Garrett Morgan Please give your reasons. (No more than 20 words)
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Growing up in San Francisco, Grace Young used to watch her father shop daily in Chinatown for whatever he needed to make traditional Chinese meals at home. As an award-winning cookbook author, Ms. Young, now 66, has spent decades shopping the same way in New York’s Chinatown.
Ms. Young developed a passion for cooking at an early age. At 13, she started to sit in on cooking classes. After college, Ms. Young moved to New York and worked in a book-packaging company. In her 30s, she realized that while she had helped create more than 40 cookbooks, she didn’t know how to make the dishes that tasted of home. “I knew if I recorded all of my parents’ recipes, it would be a great gift that I could give my family and the next generation.” she says.
Yet what began as a recipe book became a kind of memoir. Talking about food encouraged her parents to finally open up about their past, like the fact that her father had owned a Chinatown restaurant in the 1940s. “It was really an amazing way to learn not only my family’s recipes, but also my family’s story. “she says. The Wisdom of the Chinese Kitchen (1999) launched Ms. Young’s work in preserving and sustaining Chinese culinary (烹饪的)traditions.
Ms. Young has also devoted herself to supporting the restaurants in Chinatown. Since early 2020, Ms. Young has raised money to buy meals from Chinatown restaurants and deliver them to those in need. This year, instead of cooking at home for her husband and friends, she celebrated the Chinese New Year with various dishes from local restaurants in Chinatown. “If these restaurants don’t survive, Chinese culinary traditions in our city won’t survive.” she says.
140．What is Ms. Young known as (no more than 5 words)
141．Why did Ms. Young want to record her parents’ recipes (no more than 15 words)
142．What does the underlined word mean in Paragraph 3 (no more than 2 words)
143．What has Ms. Young done to help Chinatown restaurants Please give an example. (no more than 15 words)
144．How does Ms. Young inspire you in her efforts to preserve Chinese Culinary traditions Please explain in your own words. (no more than 20 words)
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Earlier this year, I was looking for part-time work. Moonmilk, a cake and ice cream shop nearby, was hiring, so I went in for a trial shift. I practised scooping (舀) ice cream for 20 minutes and talked to the manager for 40 minutes about our favourite pizza spots. I immediately knew this place was special. While I originally just set out to earn some extra money during the summer, the bonds and memories I made there turned out to be more valuable than any paycheck.
Once, a man who works for the union of the local movie theatre came in to place an order. He wanted a cake to celebrate a victory he’ d had in stopping the theatre from being evicted (驱逐) by its landlord. Moonmilk’s owner was touched by the story and refused payment for the cake. Later, the union leader— so moved by the gesture— delivered free movie tickets to Moonmilk staff.
The older women customers are among my favourites. They have a way of making you feel at ease; they often wonder if I’m okay and tell me I look tired. One regular, always alone and smiling, is kind and generous, ordering methodically (有条不紊地) and always declaring we have the best ice cream in the city.
There’s also the guy who comes in frequently to ask if we have the chocolate orange flavour— that we only ever have at Christmas. I always have to say no, but his persistence brings me joy, especially on days when I’m tired.
As with any job, there are unpleasant moments. My wrist often hurts from repeatedly scooping out ice cream, and it’s always annoying when a group of people come in and take way t2025--2026年高考英语阅读7选5专项分类强化练习
一、时事热点（本大题共1小题）
Beaches and paths covered with bottles might disappear soon, as the UK government has passed a law to create a recycling program for drink containers in England and Northern Ireland.
1 From that day on, people will pay a little extra money when buying drinks in throwaway plastic or metal bottles — but get this money back by returning empty containers to special collection spots.
Environmental group Keep Britain Tidy says plastic bottles and cans make up 55% of trash (垃圾) in the UK. This recycling idea was first put forward in 2018, aiming to start by 2025. 2 The UK government refused their idea, saying it would make things too hard for companies and raise prices for people.
Then these two regions adopted different approaches. Scotland planned to start a similar program at the same time. 3 Environment leader Mary Creagh says: “This recycling plan will help tackle the huge litter problem and make our towns cleaner. It will help nature, save animals, and protect beaches and oceans.” But Green Party leader Carla Denyer is upset about leaving out glass bottles: “ 4 ”
Stores must charge the extra money, set up return machines, and show instructions to customers. However, small city shops (under 100m2) are not required to join. 5
A．The program will start on 1 October 2027.
B．The goal is to recycle 90% of containers by 2030.
C．Adding glass is totally doable — other countries have done it.
D．Wales left the plan of the UK to make its own version including glass.
E．But in 2024, Scotland and Wales wanted to add glass bottles to the plan.
F．However, experts warn that waiting too long to begin risks losing public trust.
G．Some experts argue that excluding small shops weakens the program’s overall impact.
二、人与自我（本大题共14小题）
Achieving High Productivity
Productivity is the base of both personal and professional success. It’s the art of efficiently using our time, energy and resources to accomplish tasks, achieve goals, and lead a fulfilling (令人满足的) life. 6 Therefore, being productive in limited time can make a profound difference to our overall quality of life.
7 The benefits of productivity extend far beyond simply getting more done. Productivity leads to success by enabling us to achieve our goals, whether they are related to our career, personal development or well-being. Additionally, it enhances our overall sense of well-being by reducing stress, increasing satisfaction, and providing more time for leisure and self-care.
In the seeking for productivity, some key habits stand out as powerful tools for achieving high levels of efficiency and effectiveness. 8 Therefore, learning about and following key habits are very necessary and important.
In this exploration of the habits for achieving high productivity, we should know the habits’ principles and strategies. By following the habits, we can make use of the power of productivity to achieve our aspirations (渴望) and lead a more fulfilling and successful life. These habits include goal setting, time management and planning, focus and concentration, and effective communication. 9
By incorporating these habits into our daily routine, we can significantly enhance our productivity in both personal and professional life. 10 Whether you’re pursuing career goals, personal development, or simply seeking a more balanced and fulfilling life, these habits are powerful tools for success.
A．It’s hard to complete tasks and dreams.
B．We live in a world where time is precious.
C．Actively we should try to form good habits.
D．The productivity is good for success and well-being.
E．Continuous learning and improvement is also very important.
F．We can also find ourselves better equipped to lead a better life.
G．The key habits provide a framework for enhancing productivity in all areas.
One of the most common mistakes people make when trying to improve their health is attempting too many sudden and great changes. Crash diets, extreme workout plans, or sudden sleep adjustments often fail because they’re unsustainable. 11 Here are some practical yet powerful tips to help you：Start with small, achievable goals.
12 For example, they hope to run 5 miles daily without prior training. Instead, they should begin with manageable steps — take the stairs instead of the elevator, or do 10 minutes of stretching each morning. These minor adjustments prevent burnout while steadily improving your strength and endurance. 13
Being too strict with what one eats often backfires. This often leads to quick weight regain and frustration. Instead of banning foods, focus on adding more whole, nutrient-rich options like vegetables, lean proteins, and healthy fats. For example, swap soda for sparkling water with lemon, or replace white bread with whole-grain alternatives. Small, sustainable changes lead to lasting results without the frustration of yo-yo dieting.Prioritize sleep for overall well-being.
In today’s fast-paced world, sleep is often sacrificed for productivity or entertainment. 14 Sleep deprivation weakens immunity, increases stress hormones, and even contributes to weight gain. To improve sleep quality, establish a calming bedtime routine—dim the lights, avoid screens an hour before bed, and keep a consistent sleep schedule, even on weekends.Stay active throughout the day.
Sitting for long periods is linked to poor circulation, back pain, and metabolic issues. If you have a desk job, set reminders to stand up and move every hour. 15 Simple activities like walking during phone calls or doing light stretches can boost energy, improve posture, and enhance mental clarity.
A．Be consistent rather than extreme.
B．Focus on nutrition, not just dieting.
C．Listen to your body’s needs and adjust accordingly.
D．It can help reduce stress and improves circulation.
E．The best habits are those you can maintain without feeling deprived.
F．Many people get discouraged because they start with too high goals.
G．You might think you can go with little of it, but your body pays the price.
Whether you’re leading a team or have to deal with multiple tasks, chances are you’ve had to plan. And how good you were at planning tied directly to how good you were at meeting those goals. 16
Step 1: Can I do it
Yes, you can. You don’t have to be the most organized person in the world. Even if you have a more spontaneous (随性的) nature, you can learn to plan effectively to avoid being overwhelmed by tasks. 17 It’s been proven that writing things down can stimulate the creative part of your brain.
Step 2: Be selective.
It’s important to know where to direct your focus throughout your planning process. Don’t plan every little thing, just assign a few tasks to be done at work and routine tasks at home. 18
Step 3: Use tools to help you.
When diving deeper into organizing large projects, you will need something to help direct your thoughts. Many naturally tend to use sticky notes to write down what they might forget otherwise. 19 Try them all and see which one fits.
Step 4: Time management.
20 Put a timer on every task during which everything else goes out of the window. Also make sure to plan breaks You need to be as serious about your breaks as any tasks on your list. Focus on relaxing your mind to be ready for the next task.
True mastery will probably take you your whole life, but you’ ll soon receive returns on your investment of time and effort.
A．Some tasks can be done in one hour.
B．You may view yourself as a bad planner.
C．Many plans can be made easier with a pen and a piece of paper.
D．This will train your mind to break down large things into small tasks.
E．Other creative choices worth mentioning are whiteboards and mind maps.
F．Assigning each task a time estimate for completion is absolutely necessary.
G．We’ve broken down what actually goes behind a successful plan into four quick steps.
Dealing with Uncertainty
Life is inherently filled with uncertainty, a reality that frequently triggers stress and anxiety within us. From far-reaching global events to personal life decisions, the unpredictability of the future spreads through every aspect of our existence. People vary in their ability to tolerate uncertainty. 21 Here are some effective strategies to manage life’s uncertainties.
Take action over the things you can control.
Many aspects of life are beyond our control. 22 If you’re worried about job security, you can’t control the company’s decisions, but you can update your resume and expand your professional network. Shifting focus to these controllable elements helps turn worry into problem-solving.
Focus on the present.
Most uncertainty-related stress comes from future-related worries. 23 When you feel worried, try to pay attention to your surroundings, your breathing, or the task at hand. It takes practice, but it can reduce anxiety.
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We often do things like constantly asking for reassurance or micromanaging to avoid uncertainty. But life is full of surprises. Striving for certainty all the time just makes us more worried. Instead we should realize uncertainty can also bring good things.
Learn to accept uncertainty.
We accept uncertainty daily, like when we travel by car. To be more accepting, figure out what makes you feel uncertain, such as scary news or pessimistic friends. Notice when you’re craving certainty. Let yourself feel the discomfort of not knowing. 25
Uncertainty is an inescapable part of life. By taking control where we can, embracing the unknown, and caring for our well-being, we can navigate life’s uncertainties with more calm and confidence.
A．Adopt some helpful behaviors.
B．Challenge your need for certainty.
C．Mindfulness helps us focus on the here and now.
D．However, there’s always something we can manage.
E．When it becomes too much to bear, steps are essential.
F．Experiencing uncertainty in this way can reduce stress.
G．This way you’ll get used to uncertainty as a normal part of life.
A kitchen garden produces vegetables for delicious, healthy meals. It doesn’t have to be right outside the kitchen door, but the closer it is, the better. 26 , the more likely it is that you will get tasty things out of it. Just a few steps are needed for what you want.
27 . The most important recommendation is start with what you like to eat. This may go without saying, but I have seen first-year gardens that don’t reflect the eating habits of their growers. One of the easiest and most rewarding and popular kitchen gardens is a simple salad garden. It can produce multiple harvests in most parts of the country.
Planting a garden: where, when and how. Make a garden plan of what will be planted, where, when and how. 28 . It means you should know what they like in terms of space, water, soil fertility (肥力) and soil temperatures.
When and how much to water your garden. Vegetables are made mostly of water. 29 .You’ll want to water them lightly every day or two. If nature isn’t providing that amount of rain, you’ll need to water by yourself or with a drip irrigation system.
Garden maintenance: keep an eye on it. Sun and rain willing, fast growers such as radishes (萝卜) and salad greens will begin to produce crops as early as 20 to 30 days after planting. Check on them regularly so you get to harvest them before someone else does. 30 .
A．Choosing garden crops
B．Getting ready for garden site
C．The easier it is for you to get into the garden
D．So you need to ensure your plants have enough water
E．You show an interest in how to produce multiple harvests
F．To do this, you need to get familiar with all kinds of crops
G．Besides, protective barriers and organic products can prevent pests and diseases
Experts have warned that an obsession (痴迷) with healthy eating can cause mental health problems. A survey among mental health professionals found 90% of those surveyed, like in previous research, had seen patients with orthorexia nervosa (ON). 31
The survey found some patients cut out foods like fish, meat or dairy, considering them “unclean”. Their fixation on “pure” foods leads to deficiencies (缺陷) like iron-deficiency anaemia or vitamin B12 deficiency. For example, Dr Niket Sonpal found that his patients didn’t consume enough calories, minerals, protein or carbohydrates. Some patients even cut out entire food groups after the big dinners of holidays. 32
The term ON was coined in 1997 by Dr. Steven Bratman. He noticed patients’ extreme diets caused malnutrition, anxiety, and even death. 33 It poses a significant challenge. Healthcare providers may not be trained to spot the signs easily, and patients might not be aware their eating habits. As a result, diagnosis and treatment are delayed.
34 Healthcare providers need to be attentive to identify and deal with ON in patients, providing support such as nutritional advice, psychological aid, and diet-diversity education. The public needs to know the risks of overly strict eating. 35 True well-being comes from a healthy relationship with food, not an obsession with “clean” eating. By taking these steps, we can prevent mental health issues caused by fixating on healthy eating and promote a culture where food brings both nourishment and joy.
A．Despite its risks, ON isn’t officially recognised as an eating disorder.
B．Some online health communities provide some self-treatment methods.
C．ON patients showed doubled depression rates compared to non-sufferers.
D．Media and social platforms can promote a more realistic view of nutrition.
E．Hence, experts warned that a healthy diet should not simply be seen as a source of restriction.
F．In light of the findings, the medical community and the public should take a balanced view on healthy eating.
G．Basically, orthorexia is a fixation on eating only healthy or pure foods, or what an individual perceives as healthy or pure.
When you're a writer, finishing your book and publishing it is, your biggest dream. You're curious gs to how people will react to it, and whether it could sell or not 36 There are either things you want to change about it, or fear about people's reaction. Still, you shouldn't let these things stop you from going after your dream. Below are some of the most common fears that new writers face, and how to beat them.
Originality
For many new writers, originality is an issue. Considering there are so many writers out there, it's hard to know if someone thought of an idea before you did 37 And it's not really pleasant being seen as a thief. The thing is that it's hard to come out with something that's entirely original as well. As long as you put the idea into practice in a different way, it shouldn't be an issue. As long as you are able to cover a topic deeply, as well as provide a new and unique perspective, that should work.
People's Opinion
It's hard not to think about what people will think about your bock，as they are the ones who have the final word. One of the biggest fears many writers deal with is how their book will be perceived by readers，and it's human nature to think about the bad stuff first. Not only you're afraid you won't get Instagram followers that are fans of the book, but you also fear the book won't sell. 38 So why let this thought kill your mood A book's goal is to re-frame old information or make new claims, so what people say shouldn't stop you.
No Time to Write
People get busy, it's normal. Nevertheless, it shouldn't stop you from doing what you love. 39 You can take that time and use it to write instead. Nobody says that you have to write endless pages in a day. Writing a book is a whole process, and nobody is rushing you. Make sure you schedule your time, so you have time to write at least one hour daily.
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You want fans to connect with you and it can be disheartening when things like your social following grows slowly. Try using tools such as the best tools for Instagram as a means to get followers.
A．Growing your fan base.
B．Communicate with your fans.
C．Don't let the details stop you from sharing your story.
D．You most likely have some spare time that you use doing something else.
E．Therefore, you're at risk of being accused of stealing from someone's work.
F．But sometimes it's hard hitting that post button，because things are holding you back.
G．However, there will always be people disagreeing with you or not liking what you do.
The wonder of technology is that people can go five miles up in the air and reach London from New York in only six hours. Air travel has transformed and connected the modern world. Still, there are many who feel extremely frightened about covering 700 miles per hour above the clouds. Actually, almost a third of people suffer from aerophobia, or fear of flying. 41 Here are some tips for benefiting from the flight while keeping the anxiety at bay.
Try deep breathing
There are several breathing techniques that can fight against both anxiety that kicks in before boarding the plane and fear that strikes while in the air. One exercise involves sitting comfortably with a hand on your chest and putting the other hand on the stomach. Breathe deeply in through the nose and out through the mouth, feeling the stomach rise and sink with each breath. 42
Progressive muscle relaxation
This technique is a powerful way to ease anxiety and promote relaxation. 43 Hold the breath for a count of five, breathe out, and let the tension go. An expert suggests starting by tensing the feet muscles and working slowly up the body to relax all muscle groups. By systematically focusing on each muscle group, you can become more sensitive to the physical sensations of tension and relaxation.
Seek help
More than 25 million Americans suffer from aerophobia. 44 Typically, the help may come in the form of treatment or prescription medication. Several Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques can be particularly effective in fighting fear of flying.
Keep a flight journal
45 What you put into the journal should include what worked, what didn’t work, and which techniques you tried. Give yourself space and time to reflect and seek insights for future flights.
A．Read a book or a magazine.
B．So there’s no shame in reaching out for help.
C．But the good news is that it can be managed.
D．It involves tensing up certain muscles while breathing.
E．And then try to imagine a word or image that brings calmness.
F．Repeat this cycle several times to remove your anxiety and fear.
G．Write down your experiences on board after landing safely on the ground.
Choosing the right career can be hard. Many people graduate from school or college not knowing what to do with their lives, and get a job without really thinking about it. For some, things work out fine. 46 Your working life lasts an average of forty years, so it's important to find a job you like and feel enthusiastic about. Luckily, there are many ways you can get help to do this.
The Australian website, www., compares choosing a career with going to the movies. Before you see a movie, you find out what films are showing. 47 — find out what jobs are available and what your options are. Next, decide which movie you like best; if you're not a romantic person, you won't want to see a love story. In other words, with your career, you should decide which job will suit your personality. 48 Meanwhile, you should find out where the theater is before you go. With your career, you need to find information about where you can work, how much you will earn, and how to get a job in that profession.
So, how do you start Begin by asking yourself some questions. 49 Have you travel overseas Do you have any extra certificates besides your degree, such as a first aid license, for example Your physical state and build can also affect which jobs you can do. A person, for example, who is allergic to cats would probably never become a veterinarian. Flight attendants, firefighters, and police officers have to be over a certain height, and be physically fit. 50 Are you outgoing and extroverted, or shy and introverted If you like working alone, a job that requires lots of teamwork might not suit you.
A．Your personality matters, too.
B．Finally, decide how to get movie tickets.
C．The site suggests you do the same with your career.
D．Choosing a career can take time and a lot of thought.
E．Some jobs require you to have certain life experiences.
F．But others often find themselves stuck in a job they hate.
G．When you know you can work in your dream job, you'll be glad.
Fun Ways to Learn English Faster
·Read, read, read.
One of the easiest things you can do to learn English faster is to read as much as you can. 51 This will make your vocabulary better and it will also help you learn grammar and slang (俚语).
·Watch movies.
Watching movies will also help you improve your English, by helping you to hear what it sounds like and also helping you to learn new words. 52 Once you have a basic vocabulary, try to keep the subtitles (字幕) off and focus on listening for the words you do know and guessing the words you don’t know from what is happening on the screen.
·Sing songs.
Learning and singing songs is another good way to make your English better. 53 It will also help increase your vocabulary. Find a song you like, learn it, and learn what the lyrics (歌词) mean.
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You can also just make friends with English language speakers online and chat, email, and Skype together in order to practise your English. You can talk about whatever you want! 55
A．Make a friend.
B．Join a fan community.
C．Read things all the time.
D．You can start watching with subtitles on.
E．This will help you improve your pronunciation.
F．Newspapers are a good way to learn the basics of a language.
G．You can find online friends by joining fan communities or through language-learning communities.
How to deal with post-vacation blues
Dreaming at your desk about your recent vacation Having trouble concentrating Feeling depressed and wishing you were anywhere but at work You are not alone. This worry about the first day back to work is perfectly normal according to Dr. Angelos Halaris, a professor of psychology at Loyola University in Illinois. 56 A 2017 study found adolescent depression, anxiety and feelings about everyday troubles appeared to be tied to the end and beginning of school-vacation cycles. Here are some effective ways to help you deal with post-vacation blues.
57 Experts say having something to look forward to can ease the bite of the back to work blues. For instance, a half-day break to the suburbs of your city.
Ease back into work. “Don't jump into the cold water, you'll have a heart attack. Ease your way back into your routine,” Halaris said. Set small goals to feel a sense of accomplishment. 58 If you're always stuck at your desk, set a timer and take a quick walk or try to fit in a workout.
Don't live in the past. Know that something you enjoyed has come to an end, but make peace with it and know it will come back again. 59 “Self-talk and being optimistic are important,” Halaris said. Look at kitten pictures online if you need a little lift. Take advantage of the break in your routine and start new office habits. Something small like getting up to walk away from your desk once an hour helps.
Do connect. People who are blue tend toward withdrawal. “Push yourself to communicate even if you don't feel like it,” Halaris said. 60
A．It's not just adults, either.
B．Company helps avoid the blues.
C．Resist feeling sorry for yourself.
D．Another study also confirms this finding.
E．Book another vacation—even if it's a mini-vacation.
F．You can also try to add some variety to your work life.
G．Keeping yourself occupied can help you avoid the post-vacation blues.
Florence Nightingale was named after her birthplace, Florence, Italy. When she was almost a year old, she returned with her family to England.
Florence often helped her mother deliver (运送) food to the poor and sick. 61 Her family was shocked because nursing was not a respected profession (职业).
But Florence was determined. She studied books on medicine. Later, she visited hospitals in France, Germany and Ireland and learned everything she could. 62
In 1854, Britain was at war with Russia, Florence went to the British hospital in Scutari and she was shocked. The hospital left men lying on the floor, and rats were running everywhere. 63 Many soldiers died before receiving help.
The doctors wouldn’t listen to Florence because they didn’t like the idea of women in army hospitals – until one day 500 unexpected casualties (伤亡者) arrived. 64 Florence made changes, making sure the men were washed and their injuries were cared for. Every night she would check the patients with her lamp.
When she returned home after the war, a fund had been set up in her honor. Many of the soldiers she had nursed had made contributions (捐款). Now she could set up the Nightingale Training School in London.
After years of hard work, Florence Nightingale saw cleaner and more cheerful hospitals. 65 All of this was because of the “lady with the lamp”.
A．Nursing became an honored profession.
B．There was no running water and no heat.
C．She knew she had much to learn about nursing.
D．Florence saw the soldiers’ health had improved.
E．As she grew older, she decided to become a nurse.
F．They soon realized that Florence could give a hand.
G．Upon returning home, she was an expert on hospital management.
Science is rapidly pushing frontiers in an era where imagination seems the only limit. But when no real limits exist, we risk crossing lines that shouldn’t be crossed. 66 Mary Shelley’s 1818novel Frankenstein warns of what happens when science ignores its natural boundaries.
In the story, Victor Frankenstein creates a monster (怪物) from old body parts. As it comes to life, he panics and abandons it. Desperate for connection, the creature approaches society — only to meet with rejection and violence. 67 What unfolds is the disastrous tale of the death of everyone Frankenstein cared for.
68 They realize it is mistreated, and has feelings just like humans. Its multiple layers of emotion — the desire to fit in with society, the resulting anger and his sense of regret — arguably make the monster himself more human than Frankenstein.
Over two centuries later, Shelley’s novel remains profoundly relevant as a warning tale about unchecked ambition and its ethical (道德的) consequences. 69 This is also stressed by US historian of science Megan Halpern, who notes that the monster became dangerous only after its creator abandoned it. 70 To create an AI robot might not be a crime of innovation, but to do so without taking the responsibility for actively seeking ethical ways to use the robot might be.
Though a frightening tale of horror and destruction, Frankenstein encourages readers to look beyond the surface. After all, how does one actually classify a monster
A．Therefore, it answers with cruelty.
B．She warns that there might be a similar risk.
C．But many readers feel sympathy for the creature.
D．However, it eventually finds peace when left alone.
E．This tension between progress and responsibility isn’t new.
F．Such breakthroughs remind readers of humanity’s potential.
G．She questions whether progress always results in a positive outcome.
Imagine your body as a complex machine tuned to a specific rhythm(节奏). This rhythm is known as your biological clock. 71 Understanding your biological clock, along with the principles of Chinese biological clocks, can efficiently change how you organize your day, helping you become more productive and energetic.
Research shows that people fall into different categories based on their biological clocks. For instance, “early birds” prefer waking up early and peak in activity during the morning. 72 In contrast, “night owls” are more active in the evening and nighttime; their productivity kicks in after lunch and extends into the late hours.
73 In traditional Chinese medicine, there’s the concept of Chinese biological clocks, which assigns specific bodily functions to each hour. For example, the liver meridian(经络) is active from 1 am to 3 am, making this time crucial for deep sleep and recovery; the stomach meridian is active from 9 am to 11 am, making this the best time for a hearty breakfast and kicking off important tasks.
Recognizing your biological clock can help you identify the ideal windows for physical activity, meals, and mental work. 74 For instance, if you’re a “night owl”, try scheduling important tasks for the afternoon, when your brain is most active. Conversely, if you’re an “early bird”, plan key meetings and intense workouts in the morning.
Ultimately, understanding and applying this knowledge can not only boost your productivity but also improve your overall well-being, helping you adjust your internal clock to external demands. 75
A．They can be highly productive from 6 am to noon.
B．They always know what to prioritize in their schedule.
C．However, the biological clock is just one part of the problem.
D．It determines the time of day you feel most focused and productive.
E．Then, your day will become more structured and your life more balanced.
F．Life and work demands might not always perfectly fit your body’s natural rhythm.
G．Experiment with different routines to discover what matches your natural rhythms best.
三、人与社会（本大题共12小题）
Joan Fournier and her daughter stopped at a fast food restaurant in Cornwall for some lunch. 76 However, when her phone rang and she took it out to answer the call, without her knowing it, the money fell out of her pocket.
Later in the evening when they went shopping, Fournier realized the money wasn’t there. 77 Thinking someone must have picked up the bill and simply pocketed it, Fournier didn’t hold out much hope for getting back the cash. However, she called the restaurant, just in case. Fournier was surprised to discover the $ 100 had been found just where it had fallen.
78 Bridget Patterson, a 17-year,-old-employee of the restaurant, was cleaning up shortly before closing time when she discovered the bill on the floor. Patterson put the money in an envelope, and took a’ photo of the area where she’d found it and put it under her manager’s door with a’ note of explanation.
Fournier returned to get the money. 79 She was surprised, honestly, that Patterson would go to all that trouble.
For Patterson’s part, doing anything — but returning the money never crossed her mind. 80 “If it had been the other way around, I’d want someone to do the same thing,” she said.
A．Her first thought was to put it in her pocket.
B．Fournier thought she would be getting it back.
C．Moreover, she never expected anything in return.
D．In her pocket, Fournier had her cellphone and a $100 bill.
E．She also brought along a card and a cash gift to express her thanks.
F．After searching everywhere, she decided that maybe it fell out at the restaurant.
G．When Fournier called, she heard the story of how Patterson had turned in the cash she’d found.
Information Technology (IT) has changed our lives in many ways. Here are four important benefits of IT.Better communication
IT has made it easier for us to talk to each other. We can send emails, chat, and make video calls with people all around the world. 81 . Besides, it can allow us to work with people in different places.Easy access to information
82 . We can find answers to our questions, learn new things, and do research for school projects. This makes learning fun and easy, and helps us stay informed about what is happening in the world. 83
IT helps us do things faster and puters and software can handle many tasks quickly, saving us time and effort. For example, word processors allow us to type and edit documents much faster than writing by hand. Spreadsheet programs help us manage and calculate data easily, which is very useful for school projects and homework. This means we can get more done in less time, whether it's for school or work.Convenience in daily life
IT makes our daily lives more convenient. We can shop online, do banking from home, and use smart devices to control things like lights and alarms. Online shopping allows us to buy clothes, books, and even groceries without leaving our homes. 84 . Online banking lets us check our account balances, pay bills, and transfer money without going to the bank. This makes our lives easier and saves us time.
In conclusion, IT has made communication better, given us easy access to information, increased our efficiency, and made our daily lives more convenient. 85 .
A．Save a great deal of time
B．More efficiency and productivity
C．The Internet is full of what we want
D．IT is easy to learn for everyone in the world
E．This helps us stay in touch with friends and family
F．These benefits show how important IT is in our modern world
G．This is especially helpful when we are busy or during bad weather
Stress is big, visible, and obvious. Virtually everyone can recognize, and have sympathy for, normal stress - it comes from universally recognized challenges or setbacks, and often there’s a “bad guy” who is the source of it. Maybe it is continually being called on to help needy friends. 86
87 It’s caused by difficult moments that we register as just another bump in the road - if we register them at all. Microstresses come at us so quickly, and we’re so conditioned to just working through them. 88 And even when we do register microstress, we don’t necessarily think about its impact on our lives. For example, a minor disagreement with a friend or classmate over something trivial, like lunch plans or group work.
Microstresses, as their name implies, are small - may be invisible to spot individually. 89 That’s because the source of microstress is seldom a classic antagonist, such as a spectacularly demanding client or a jerk boss. Rather, it comes from the people with whom we are closest: our friends, family members, and colleagues. For example, we may harbor feelings of guilt or failure that we’ve let down someone we care about. The emotion in the relationship - positive or negative - magnifies the impact of the stressor.
Of course, you’re never coping with just one or two microstresses. You’re likely facing dozens a day - and you’ve probably come to accept that this way of living is nothing special. “Just let me survive this one week,” you promise yourself, “then I’ll be OK.” Unfortunately, except every week becomes yet another week you just have to survive. 90
A．By contrast, microstress is far less obvious.
B．And the cycle continues for months on end.
C．They tend to seem fleeting, or too minor to hurt us.
D．Or it is preparing for an important yet difficult examination.
E．Or your phone is dying while out with no charger available.
F．However, they involve an emotional baggage that’s not easy to unpack.
G．Individual stressors seem management, but they accumulate.
Smart Green Cities: Urban Solutions
Modern cities face growing challenges from pollution and energy waste, with urban populations expected to reach 5 billion by 2030. 91 Through innovative technologies and eco-friendly designs, urban areas are transforming into sustainable living spaces that balance human needs with environmental protection.
92 Solar panels now cover rooftops of office buildings, while wind turbines (涡轮机) spin silently along coastlines. In Amsterdam, floating solar farms on canals generate power without occupying land. These renewable sources provide over 40% of energy in advanced cities like Copenhagen. More importantly, smart grids (电网) automatically adjust power distribution through AI algorithms, reducing power blackout risks by 65% according to EUurban reports.
Transportation systems are undergoing revolutionary changes. 93 In Singapore,sensor-equipped buses communicate with traffic lights to minimize waiting time, cutting commute (通勤) durations by 18%. Meanwhile, shared electric motorcycles reduce private car usage by 28% in Tokyo’ s business districts. Oslo has taken this further by banning fossil-fuel vehicles entirely within city centers since 2023.
Green architecture plays a vital role in urban cooling. Vertical gardens covering skyscrapers not only absorb CO but also lower indoor temperatures by 5—8℃. 94 Rainwater recycling systems installed (安装) in 73% of new Berlin apartments demonstrate this trend, saving 120 liters per household daily. Additionally, bio-concrete walls that absorb pollution are being tested in Mexico City's subway stations.
Citizen participation remains key to success. Mobile apps like “EcoWatcher” allow residents to report environmental issues instantly, with 92% of complaints resolved within 48hours in Seoul’ s pilot program. 95 Through collective efforts supported by technology,smart green cities are becoming achievable realities worldwide.
A．Urban planners prioritize eco-friendly zones nowadays.
B．Such designs also cut air conditioning costs significantly.
C．Energy effic ency starts with renewable power generation.
D．However, smart solutions are reshaping urban environments.
E．Self-dr ving electric buses replace traditional fuel-based vehicles.
F．Real-time data helps authorities monitor energy consumption patterns.
G．Advanced waste sorting robots have been introduced in subway stations.
The relationship between sports and arts is evident. There are many striking similarities between them. As an art enthusiast, I notice people’ s narrow view of creativity — limiting arts to mere drawing is unreasonable. Arts go beyond this, requiring skill and imagination to express ideas. 96 . Indoor games like chess engage the body and the mind. Arts and sports are, therefore, birds of a feather, and they ought to flock (聚集) together. The following is something that you may want to know.
97 . Athletes’ discipline enhances artistic effectiveness— few would run 90 minutes for fun, yet passion drives such commitment. This determined spirit mirrors artistic mastery. Just as athletes push their limits to achieve peak performance, artists can channel the same drive into refining their techniques and expanding their creative horizons.
The competitive nature of sports fosters a sense of resilience (韧性). Artists who engage in sports learn to deal with failure and setbacks, enabling them to approach their craft with a more determined and positive mindset. 98 .
Participating in team sports also teaches valuable lessons in cooperation and communication. 99 , such as theater performances or gallery showcases. Such skills connect personal creativity with teamwork. They balance ideas and roles, allowing each artist to express their style.
The dedication and passion developed through sports can significantly enhance artistic abilities. 100 . And that leads to the growth of a more well-rounded and accomplished artist.
A．Similarly, sports aren’t just field events
B．Sports enhance passion for always fighting for the best
C．Sports improve artistic technique through physical strength
D．Arts and focus always go hand in hand— the same for sports
E．The commitment to excellence in one area naturally impacts the other
F．These are very critical for artists frequently involved in group projects
G．It helps them stay focused, adapt to challenges and improve their work
For years, we’ve lived in a world where pink is traditionally seen as a female color, while blue is for boys. We see this fact everywhere, from cards to children’s clothes. 101 Blue was then viewed as the female color. And pink was more popular with males.
To understand this, we have to go back to a time before colors were connected with gender (性别). Back in those days, all very young children would wear dresses. 102 Children wouldn’t really start wearing more colorful clothes and gender-specific clothes like shirts and skirts until they reached the age of six or seven.
The concept (观念) of connecting personal colors with gender didn’t really appear until the mid-19th century. At this point, light and soft colors started to be more commonly seen on children and connected with little ones. 103 But it wasn’t in the way we might expect. In fact, blue was usually worn by girls and pink was the preferred color for boys. It was thought that pink showed men’s qualities while blue show women’s.
104 Pink suddenly started being marketed and sold by fashion producers and stores as the perfect color for women, while blue was suddenly manly. Over time, the gap between these colors only increased and the pink/ blue divide started to spread to toys, babies’ beds, and more.
Nowadays, people better understand that pink isn’t just for women and that blue isn’t just for men. More work has been done to break down fixed ideas of gender-specific connections. 105
A．At that time, children preferred blue.
B．And both boys and girls were dressed in white.
C．However, there was a time different from today.
D．Finally, the time of the pink/ blue divide might come to an end.
E．The generally accepted rule is that pink is for boys, and blue for girls.
F．Strangely, after World War Ⅱ, people treated pink and blue differently.
G．Many years later, the personal colors of pink and blue started to be connected with gender.
With busy lives, it can be hard to find time to volunteer. 106 . Volunteering offers vital(重要的) help to people in need, worthwhile causes, and the community, but the benefits can be even greater for you, the volunteer.
Benefit 1: Volunteering connects you to others.
Volunteering allows you to connect to your community and make it a better place. Even helping out with the smallest tasks can make a real difference to the lives of people, animals, and organizations in need. And volunteering is a two-way street: 107 . Dedicating(奉献) your time as a volunteer helps you make new friends, expand your network, and boost your social skills.
Benefit 2: 108 .
Volunteering provides many benefits to both mental and physical health. Volunteering helps reduce the effects of stress, anger, and anxiety. The social contact aspect of helping and working with others can have a profound effect on your overall psychological well-being. Nothing eases stress better than a meaningful connection to another person. Working with pet s and other animals has also been shown to improve mood and reduce stress and anxiety.
Benefit 3: 109 .
If you’re considering a new career, volunteering can help you get experience in your area of interest and meet people in the field. Even if you’re not planning on changing careers, volunteering gives you the opportunity to practice important skills used in the workplace, such as teamwork, communication, problem solving, project planning, task management, and organization.
Benefit 4: Volunteering brings fun and fulfillment to your life.
110 . Doing volunteer work you find meaningful and interesting can be a relaxing and fun escape from your day-to-day routine of work, school, or family commitments. Volunteering also provides you with renewed creativity, motivation, and vision that can carry over into your personal and professional life.
A．Volunteering can advance your career
B．Volunteering is good for your mind and body
C．Thus, many retirees are willing to be volunteers
D．However, the benefits of volunteering can be huge
E．Volunteering offers you opportunities to find your dream job
F．Volunteering is a fun and easy way to explore interests and passions
G．It can benefit you and your family as much as the cause you choose to help
In England the Renaissance reached its height in the late 1500s and early 1600s. In many European countries it was the sculptors, painters, and architects who made the greatest contributions to the Renaissance. 111
During this period a number of notable poets and playwright s wrote works that are still read, performed, and loved today. 112 Shakespeare was born in Stratford-upon-Avo n in 1564. As a young man, he moved to London. There he established himself as both a playwright and a poet.
There is no record that Shakespeare ever visited Italy. 113 The Merchant of Venice is set in the Italian city-state. Othello is a tragedy about a Venetian general. Romeo and Juliet takes place in Verona. Many of Shakespeare’s plots were taken from famous Italian stories.
114 He wrote several plays about ancient Greece and four tragedies about ancient Rome, including Julius Caesar and Antony and Cleopatra.
Even when he was not writing about Renaissance Italy or the classical world, Shakespeare thought and wrote like a man of the Renaissance. 115
A．In England it was the writers.
B．Thus, Renaissance saw the blossoming of artworks.
C．However, he had established an attachment to Italian art and literature.
D．Shakespeare also shared the Renaissance interest in classical Greece and Rome.
E．Among them was William Shakespeare, often called the greatest playwright of all time.
F．But the influence of Italy and the Italian Renaissance is seen in a great many of his plays.
G．While the Renaissance painters used paint and canvas or plaster to capture ideas and personality, Shakespeare’s tools were pen and paper.
I used to hate working out, but now it’s my favorite part of the week. Here are simple tips to encourage yourself into loving exercise. Remember, every person is different, and what works for one might not work for another. 116
Some of us love doing exercise by ourselves, while some of us are social butterflies. 117 Make exercise a chance to hang out with friends. Doing something hard is tough and tiresome. Doing something hard with friends is funny and competitive.
There is something in behavioral science called coupling. 118 In terms of working out, this means adding another activity to your workout. For example, if you love music, you can listen to songs as you run outdoors.
119 Well, that’s what the science says, but it wasn’t easy to feel that at the beginning of my exercise journey. That’s why it was super important to treat myself after a good workout. Treating yourself connects exercise with something good happening to you, like visiting your favorite coffee shop or watching your favorite TV show.
One of the best things to start exercising is to take it easy. If you work out every single day, you’re likely to burn out. Therefore, take it easy. Start with movements you like to do. Go on walks, listen to your songs and enjoy some fresh air. Do exercise two or three times a week. This might be one of the most important tips. 120
A．You have to slow down before taking off.
B．Working out can give you feel-good emotions.
C．They like the effort, the sweat, and the hard work.
D．Try them out and see if any of the tips work for you.
E．It’s when you put two seemingly unrelated things together.
F．If you don’t like working out alone, make it a group activity.
G．However, there is some science behind exercising and brain health.
After my family got comfortably settled in Hotel Ramada in Bangkok, we started exploring the city. After endless hours of shopping, it was finally time to go back.
This was when the trouble started. We forgot there are two Ramada hotels in the opposite directions. Absolutely unaware of this, we started searching for the way back. Google maps suggested us the shortest route, which was just 20 minutes away by walk. 121
Bangkok felt different after sunset. Walking along the heavily-crowded roads with the dark-red sky felt beautiful. Lost in our talk, we didn’t realize that we passed onto the quieter part of the town.
122 It was closed for redecoration. Unluckily, nobody around us then spoke English. Worse still, we stepped in a local tuktuk (三轮车), which took us to an unknown area for an enormous pay. We had no clue where we were, our mobile phones nearly out of power.
123 He was a taxi driver. Recounting the day’s events proved to be a great conversation starter. We ended up talking through the way. He was so kind as to offer to drive us around for the rest of our stay. 124 For the next four days, from floating markets to the temples of Wat Pho, our trip wouldn’t have been so trouble-free without him.
Sometimes when things don’t go according to plan, I think about the stranger we met on the streets and how a tiny mistake on our part led to unexpected results. 125
A．That was when our hero arrived.
B．Our thankfulness was beyond description.
C．We reached a completely different Hotel Ramada.
D．We set off into the city with little research on transport.
E．We decided not to waste our money but our time instead.
F．He then reminded us that our hotel was just a few blocks away.
G．The trip rings as a reminder that every cloud has a silver lining.
Should We Get Rid of Cash
When it comes to money, many people still think of the paper bill in their wallets. For years, cash (or paper currency) has played an important role in our daily activity. 126
The idea first came up when he read a statistic report about currency distribution released by the US Treasury, the department in control of the central bank. 127 On the other hand, border states like Florida and California, which were heavily involved in drug trafficking(贩毒), see an ever increasing need for large bills.
Rogoff argues that most big bills in circulation were being used for one of two purposes. Profit-motivated crimes such as illegal gambling, drugs, prostitution, loan sharking, the fencing of stolen merchandise take up a major part. Tax evasion(逃税) by people who arrange to receive cash income and don’t report it also contribute to its popularity. 128
However, the total amount of cash issued by government is still booming. The government don’t know where it goes. 129 But they are happy to know that it’s popular, because they make money by making money about$70 billion a year. It is unlikely that they can enjoy such benefit though. If taken into account the human cost, the enforcement cost, the tax loss, these visible profits will be easily offset.
130 Here’s a typical opinion: “The day we go cashless, the government will be able to track your every move. This is nothing more than a call for dictatorship.”
A．He strongly urged the government to do something about it.
B．They don’t know who’s using it.
C．There are other people who see cash very differently.
D．The problem is that it also aids crime.
E．But Harvard professor Ken Rogoff is now appealing to the government to put it into extinction.
F．He noticed that some regions, like the Midwest, had almost no demand for the$100 bills.
G．But its popularity is slowly decreasing as we have more ways to pay, according to Harvard professor Ken Rogoff.
It’s nearly impossible to satisfy everyone. Whatever you do, and no matter how hard you try, there will always be some individuals who dislike you. You can frequently choose to ignore such things and continue living normally. Sometimes, however, a person’s negative feelings for you might influence your grades as well as your skill in meeting new people and getting along with them. 131
Have an open conversation. This might be awkward, but sometimes the only way to know what is going on or why someone has a problem with you is to speak out straightforwardly. 132 That means instead of saying “Why don’t you like me ”, say something like “I feel like there is some tension between us. Is there anything I have done or anything I can do to help ”
133 If you’ve done something to hurt or offend someone and that is the reason why the person dislikes you, the best course of action is to try to make it right. Clearly say the words, “I’m sorry.” Be sure not to say “I’m sorry you were offended” or “I’m sorry you felt that way” or anything else that places the blame on the other person for misinterpreting your intentions. 134
Learn to let it go. 135 Importantly, you have to choose not to allow the person who dislikes you to influence you or get you down. It is OK to be disliked. Remember that even the most popular and well-loved celebrities are disliked by some people!
A．Build self-confidence.
B．Apologize and make it right.
C．In such cases, it’s essential to take some measures to handle it.
D．Instead, be modest and admit the fact that you’ve hurt someone.
E．Ultimately, not everyone’s opinion should define your self-worth.
F．A sincere apology requires taking full responsibility for your actions.
G．Try to express your ideas with “I-phrases”, which focus on your feelings.
四、人与自然（本大题共3小题）
A dropped bag of Cheetos dramatically disturbed a delicate cave ecosystem in Carlsbad Caverns National Park, New Mexico, according to a Facebook post from park officials.
This cavern is almost entirely cut off from the outside world so introducing anything alien can be disastrous. 136 The mushy (糊状的) snack attracts microbes, encouraging mold growth. Soon, insects flood in to feed, spreading contamination. With more than 500 million people visiting American public lands each year, there are countless opportunities to harm our wild places. 137
Visiting a park without leaving a trace isn’t just about keeping nature clean. 138
While the discarded chips were quickly removed from Carlsbad Caverns, food waste can take a longy time to break down, especially in certain environments. 139 If we drop things like plastic bags or metal cans into the ocean, the decay times might be centuries to millennia. Leaving waste introduces animals to an unnatural diet and changes their behavior with sometimes disastrous consequences. When birds or fish mistake plastic for food, it fills up their stomachs so they can’t eat. They basically starve to death.
Biological waste is also problematic. Dog feces (排泄物) introduce new pathogens (病原体) into the ecosystem and the trace of this predator disturbs some species like deer. Meanwhile, human feces and toilet paper introduces bacteria into water sources. 140
Experiencing nature is good for people’s mental and physical health but the Cheetos incident “illustrates the need for people to understand their own impacts.”
A．Packaging is even worse.
B．It can make animals sick.
C．It’s also about keeping our health.
D．When you look at the scale, it’s incredible.
E．Here’s the science behind why it protects wildlife.
F．The risk to sensitive ecosystems can’t be seen with the naked eye.
G．The cave has 90 to 100 percent humidity so things go bad pretty quickly.
The latest thing in architecture is green buildings—covering walls and roofs with a carpet of plants to prevent heat, absorb rain and provide a home for wildlife. Many such buildings need complex systems for holding and irrigating the soil. 141
Ivy is a group of evergreen climbing plants, whose power to live is hard to beat. Firstly, it can live in almost any surroundings, whether in shade or full sun. 142 It grows well in both dry and damp soil. Moreover, it doesn't need supports as it grows aerial roots that can be attached to most things. For these reasons, ivy can be widely grown to beautify an ugly wall or a fence. 143 It is a heaven for bees and butterflies in summer and its berries are a valuable food source for birds in winter.
However, there are some concerns about growing ivy. Ivy has a reputation for damaging buildings, but according to the UK's Royal Horticultural Society, this doesn't usually happen unless the walls already have cracks. 144 But Blanusa at the University of Reading, UK, who has examined the effects of plant climbers, finds that ivy raises humidity next to the wall by only a small amount.
145 Once ivy has been in the ground for a few years, it can grow out of control. Just don't let it get the better of you.
A．Growing ivy can bring added benefits.
B．Therefore, I strongly oppose growing ivy.
C．The other fear is that it can make walls damp.
D．Besides, it can be tolerant of various kinds of soil.
E．Anyway, you do need to be careful in growing ivy.
F．An ivy-covered wall will slightly warm a room in winter.
G．However, there is a much easier approach: growing some ivy.
Interesting Space Facts
As time goes by, technological advancements have made us learn more facts about space in the past century than in all time before that. We’ve already searched the universe for the most amazing space facts, including facts about the planets in our solar system, moons, the Milky Way and beyond! 146
The highest mountain discovered is the Olympus Mons, which is located on Mars. It is 16 miles high, making it nearly 3 times higher than Mount Everest. 147 That’s the size of Arizona !
The sun weighs about 330,000 times more than Earth. 148 In fact, the sun is so huge that it contains 99.85% of all mass in our solar system.
Footprints left on the moon won’t disappear as there is no wind. But wait a minute.
149 Well, it actually wasn’t blowing. That blowing you see is because of a telescopic horizontal rod (望远镜水平杆) that the astronauts were struggling to remove from the flag’s top.
150 This is due to the lack of gravity in space causing the vertebrae (椎骨) to expand a little. However, this extra height is lost when they re-enter the earth’s atmosphere and are affected by the earth’s gravity again.
A．We’re pretty sure they will make you interested!
B．New discoveries will no longer be made in the future.
C．It is so large that it can contain about 1,300,000 Earths!
D．Not only is it tall, but it’s 114,000 square meters as well.
E．All these space facts may not be true at the time of writing.
F．Astronauts can grow about two inches in height when in space.
G．If there’s no wind to blow them away, then why is the flag blowing
参考答案
一、时事热点
【答案】1．A 2．E 3．D 4．C 5．G
【分析】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍英国政府通过法律在英格兰和北爱尔兰推行饮料容器回收计划，包括实施时间、地区差异、各方观点及具体要求。
【详解】1．根据下文“From that day on, people will pay a little extra money when buying drinks in throwaway plastic or metal bottles — but get this money back by returning empty containers to special collection spots. (从那天起，人们在购买一次性塑料或金属瓶装的饮料时，将多支付一点钱，但可以通过将空容器返还到特殊的收集点来拿回这笔钱。)”可知，此处是在介绍回收计划开始的时间，A选项“The program will start on 1 October 2027. (该计划将于2027年10月1日启动。)”中的“that day”指代选项中的“1 October 2027”，明确给出了计划的启动日期。故选A项。
2．根据上文“This recycling idea was first put forward in 2018, aiming to start by 2025. (这个回收想法最早是在2018年提出的，目标是在2025年前开始实施。)”以及下文“The UK government refused their idea, saying it would make things too hard for companies and raise prices for people. (英国政府拒绝了他们的想法，称这会让公司的事情变得太困难，并提高人们的物价。)”可知，此处是在介绍苏格兰和威尔士在2024年对回收计划提出的新要求，以及英国政府对此的态度，E选项“But in 2024, Scotland and Wales wanted to add glass bottles to the plan. (但在2024年，苏格兰和威尔士希望将玻璃瓶加入该计划。)”衔接上文，且与下文的“their idea”相呼应，揭示了矛盾点（是否纳入玻璃瓶），逻辑连贯。故选E项。
3．根据上文“Then these two regions adopted different approaches. Scotland planned to start a similar program at the same time. (然后这两个地区采取了不同的方法。苏格兰计划同时启动类似的计划。)”以及下文“Environment leader Mary Creagh says: “This recycling plan will help tackle the huge litter problem and make our towns cleaner. It will help nature, save animals, and protect beaches and oceans.” (环境部长玛丽·克里奇说：“这个回收计划将有助于解决巨大的垃圾问题，使我们的城镇更加清洁。它将有助于保护自然，拯救动物，保护海滩和海洋。”)”可知，此处是在介绍苏格兰和威尔士对回收计划的不同做法，D选项“Wales left the plan of the UK to make its own version including glass. (威尔士脱离了英国的计划，制定了包括玻璃在内的自己的版本。)”与上文“different approaches”对应，体现了地区差异，且与下文的“Environment leader Mary Creagh says”相衔接，表明环境部长对威尔士做法的支持。故选D项。
4．根据上文“But Green Party leader Carla Denyer is upset about leaving out glass bottles: (但绿党领袖卡拉·丹耶对排除玻璃瓶感到不满：)”可知，此处是在介绍绿党领袖卡拉·丹耶对排除玻璃瓶的不满，C选项“Adding glass is totally doable — other countries have done it. (添加玻璃是完全可行的 —— 其他国家已经做到了。)”与上文的“upset about leaving out glass bottles”相呼应，表明卡拉·丹耶认为添加玻璃瓶是可行的，因为其他国家已经做到了。故选C项。
5．根据上文“Stores must charge the extra money, set up return machines, and show instructions to customers. However, small city shops (under 100m2) are not required to join. (商店必须收取额外的费用，设置退货机，并向顾客展示说明。然而，小型城市商店（面积小于100平方米）不需要加入。)”可知，此处是在介绍回收计划对商店的要求，以及小型城市商店的例外情况，G选项“Some experts argue that excluding small shops weakens the program’s overall impact. (一些专家认为，排除小型商店会削弱该计划的整体影响。)”是对上文政策漏洞的评价，且与上文的“small city shops (under 100m2) are not required to join”相衔接，表明了专家对排除小型商店的担忧。故选G项。
二、人与自我
【答案】6．B 7．D 8．G 9．E 10．F
【分析】这是一篇说明文。短文主要讨论了如何实现高效生产力，并介绍了高效生产力的重要性、益处以及一些关键习惯。
【详解】6．根据上文“Productivity is the base of both personal and professional success. It’s the art of efficiently using our time, energy and resources to accomplish tasks, achieve goals, and lead a fulfilling (令人满足的) life.(生产力是个人及职业成功的基础。它指的是以高效的方式利用我们的时间、精力和资源来完成任务、实现目标，并过上充实生活的艺术)”以及后文“Therefore, being productive in limited time can make a profound difference to our overall quality of life.(因此，在有限的时间内高效完成任务能够极大地提升我们的整体生活质量)”可知，本句与后文构成因果关系，指出时间的宝贵性。故B选项“我们生活在一个时间宝贵的世界里”符合语境，故选B。
7．根据后文“The benefits of productivity extend far beyond simply getting more done. Productivity leads to success by enabling us to achieve our goals, whether they are related to our career, personal development or well-being. Additionally, it enhances our overall sense of well-being by reducing stress, increasing satisfaction, and providing more time for leisure and self-care.(生产力带来的好处远不止是完成更多的工作这么简单。生产力能助我们取得成功，因为它能帮助我们实现目标，无论这些目标与我们的职业、个人发展还是身心健康有关。此外，它还能提升我们的整体幸福感，因为它能减轻压力、增加满足感，并为我们提供更多休闲和自我护理的时间)”可知，本句为主旨句，本段主要说明了生产效率对个人成果以及幸福感等方面的好处。故D选项“高效性有助于实现成功和获得幸福”符合语境，故选D。
8．根据上文“In the seeking for productivity, some key habits stand out as powerful tools for achieving high levels of efficiency and effectiveness.(在追求效率的过程中，有一些关键的习惯脱颖而出，成为实现高效率和高效益的强大手段)”以及后文“Therefore, learning about and following key habits are very necessary and important.(因此，了解并遵循一些关键的习惯是非常必要且重要的)”可知，上文提到了习惯是强大手段，本句承接上文，分析习惯重要的原因。故G选项“关键习惯为在各个领域提高效率提供了框架”符合语境，故选G。
9．根据上文“In this exploration of the habits for achieving high productivity, we should know the habits’ principles and strategies. By following the habits, we can make use of the power of productivity to achieve our aspirations (渴望) and lead a more fulfilling and successful life. These habits include goal setting, time management and planning, focus and concentration, and effective communication.(在对提高工作效率的习惯进行探讨的过程中，我们应当了解这些习惯的原则和策略。通过遵循这些习惯，我们能够借助效率的力量来实现我们的目标，并过上更加充实和成功的生活。这些习惯包括设定目标、时间管理与规划、专注力与集中力，以及有效的沟通)”可知，上文提到习惯具体包括的要求，本句是对上文habits的补充说明，故E选项“持续学习和进步也非常重要”符合语境，故选E。
10．根据上文“By incorporating these habits into our daily routine, we can significantly enhance our productivity in both personal and professional life.(通过将这些习惯融入我们的日常生活中，我们能够在个人生活和职业工作中显著提高工作效率)”可知，本句与上文并列，讲述日常生活中养成好习惯带来的好处。故F选项“我们还能发现自己更有能力过上更好的生活”符合语境，故选F。
【答案】11．E 12．F 13．B 14．G 15．D
【分析】本文是一篇说明文，主要针对人们在改善健康时常犯的试图突然做出过多巨大改变的错误，给出了一些实用有效的建议，包括设定小而可实现的目标、注重营养而非单纯节食、优先保证睡眠以及全天保持活跃等。
【详解】11．根据上文“One of the most common mistakes people make when trying to improve their health is attempting too many sudden and great changes. Cra2025--2026年高考英语阅读单选题专项分类强化练习
一、细节理解（本大题共1小题）
In the quiet town of Maplewood, a strange phenomenon has been puzzling residents for weeks: birds are gathering in unprecedented numbers at the old oak tree in the town square. What started as a handful of sparrows has grown into a flurry of activity, with hundreds of birds — robins, blue jays, even a few rare woodpeckers — congregating from dawn till dusk.
Local birdwatcher Clara Bennett has been documenting the spectacle. “I’ve lived here for 40 years, and I’ve never seen anything like this,” she said, flipping through photos on her camera. “There’s no logical explanation. The tree isn’t producing more acorns than usual, and there’s no nearby food source that would attract so many species at once.”
Some residents have embraced the unusual visitors. Children leave out bowls of water, and shop owners hang bird feeders outside their stores. “It’s brought the town together,” said café owner Mr. Patel, pointing to a group of seniors sitting at an outdoor table, laughing as they watch the birds. “People who used to pass each other without speaking are now stopping to talk about the birds.”
But not everyone is thrilled. The noise from the chirping birds has disturbed some neighbors, especially those who live near the square. “I can’t sleep past 5 a.m. because they start squawking so early,” complained Mrs. Higgins, who lives in an apartment above the bookstore. The droppings have also become a nuisance, staining sidewalks and car windshields. The town council held a meeting last week to discuss possible solutions, but opinions were divided.
Wildlife experts have been called in to investigate. Dr. Elena Rodriguez, an ornithologist from the state university, spent three days observing the birds. “At first glance, it’s unusual, but there could be several factors at play,” she explained. “Changes in weather patterns, shifts in migration routes, or even a temporary abundance of insects in the area might be drawing them here.” She’s collecting samples of the birds’ feathers and analyzing local weather data to find clues.
Dr. Rodriguez cautions against jumping to conclusions. “Nature often surprises us,” she said. “This gathering might be a one-time event, or it could become a new pattern. We need to monitor the situation closely before taking any action.” For now, the birds continue to gather, turning Maplewood’s town square into a lively hub of avian activity.
As for Clara, she’s enjoying every minute. “Birds have a way of teaching us to slow down and notice the world around us,” she said, watching a blue jay dart from branch to branch. “Who knows how long this will last I’m just grateful to witness it.” Whether it’s a temporary wonder or a lasting change, the birds of Maplewood have certainly made their mark on the town.
1．What is unusual about the birds in Maplewood
A．They are all rare species .
B．They gather in large numbers at an oak tree .
C．They only appear at night .
D．They are afraid of humans .
2．How have some residents reacted positively to the birds
A．They’ve complained to the town council .
B．They’ve left water and food for the birds .
C．They’ve tried to scare the birds away .
D．They’ve moved out of the town .
3．What problem have the birds caused for some people
A．They’ve eaten all the garden plants .
B．They’ve damaged the oak tree .
C．Their noise and droppings are annoying .
D．They’ve attacked small pets .
4．What is Dr. Rodriguez doing to understand the phenomenon
A．She’s moving the birds to a different location .
B．She’s collecting feathers and studying weather data .
C．She’s advising the town to remove the oak tree .
D．She’s writing a book about the birds .
二、推理判断（本大题共13小题）
Clay Place 2025 Summer Studio Term
UVA’s Clay Place is a community clay studio located in Roseburg on the Umpqua Valley Arts campus. There are four Open Studio Terms a year that run for 8 weeks at a time. In this open studio model, there are two registration options available:
Full-Pack: This pack is for those who are new to ceramics (陶瓷工艺) and/or for professional artists who need more time in the studio. A Full-Pack provides open access to the studio hours throughout the term with no cap, access to classes up to twice per week.
Mini-Pack: This type is for experienced ceramic artists who have been in our Open Studio Term before and do not need as much studio time or access to the term classes. A Mini-Pack lets artisans/ students sign up for forty 2-hour blocks of open studio.
IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ:
·All registered students with no prior clay experience and have not been a Clay Place Term student within the last 12 months, are required to register for a Full Pack.
·Students who are new to the studio (regardless of their experience with clay) must take part in the training to learn the rules and guidelines for the studio.
After submitting your registration, you will receive a confirmation email for your registration. Prior to the start of the new term, you will receive information about the term, a Welcome Packet, a link to a Sign-Up Sheet from ashley@ to reserve your studio time.
5．Who is Full-Pack suitable for
A．Artists short of time.
B．Professional artists.
C．Newcomers to ceramics.
D．Part-time studio workers.
6．What must new studio students do
A．Register for a Mini-Pack.
B．Attend the studio training.
C．Sign up for forty 2-hour blocks.
D．Reserve studio time in 12 months.
7．What is the main purpose of the text
A．To promote the sale of ceramic products.
B．To provide a platform for artists to socialize.
C．To organize competitions for ceramic artists.
D．To offer clay lovers registration information.
United Nations Volunteers (UNV) calls everyone over the age of 18 to be part of a logo competition for the International Volunteer Year 2026 (IVY 2026). The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2026 the International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development. This milestone offers an opportunity to celebrate volunteers and their contributions on a global stage.
A logo for IVY 2026 should reflect what Member States of the United Nations highlight through the General Assembly Resolution A/RES/78/127 — which recognizes volunteerism as a powerful and cross-cutting means to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals and encourages support for volunteer action.
The IVY 2026 logo competition starts on 5-December, 2024 at 1:00 pm (CET) and closes on 12 January, 2025 at 1:00 pm (CET).How to win
●Be creative and design a logo relevant to the message of IVY 2026.
●Make sure your logo is easy to reproduce and adaptable to different mediums.
The design should be clear, readable at a distance, and impactful at variable sizes.
A winning logo will be selected by a UNV jury (评判委员会) based on the above criteria.How to submit your logo design
●Submit your design in letter size format (21.5cm×28.0 cm).
●Designs must be 300 dpi and have a maximum size of 10 MB．
●Accepted file types: pdf, jpeg, jpg, png, tif, tiff, ai, eps.
Send your logo design to ivylogo@unv.org with an email that includes: (1) a statement of no more than 100 words explaining how the submitted design interprets IVY 2026; (2) a written confirmation that the design is original.
In case of questions, please write an email to ivy.logo@unv.org.
8．What is the main purpose of the IVY 2026
A．To generate funding for volunteer programs.
B．To celebrate volunteers and honor their contributions.
C．To promote the United Nations Volunteers organization.
D．To raise awareness about the Sustainable Development Goals.
9．Who will select the winning logo for the IVY 2026 logo competition
A．A panel of judges from UNV.
B．The public voting through the Internet.
C．The United Nations General Assembly.
D．A jury organized by different countries.
10．Which is a requirement for the logo design submission
A．The design must include a biography.
B．The design must be no larger than 10 MB．
C．The design must be submitted in a special letter.
D．The design must have a more-than-100-word statement.
Four Treasures of the Study
Brushes
The brush, made from animal hair, is the tool bringing life to the paper. From delicate lines to bold brushstrokes, the brush is the medium through which the artist’s emotions and techniques flow onto the paper, creating elegant works of art. The most famous brush, the “Huzhou Brush”, is produced in Huzhou, Zhejiang Province.
Ink
Traditional Chinese ink comes in solid sticks. To produce liquid ink, one grinds(磨)the inkstick against an inkstone with water. The act of grinding symbolizes patience and dedication highly valued in Chinese culture. High-quality ink, originally black but now available in various colors, is most famously produced in Huizhou, Anhui Province.
Paper
Chinese paper, especially the ancient rice paper, made from sandalwood bark and rice straw, absorbs ink smoothly without bleeding. The paper serves as a canvas for not only artistic efforts but also documentation, making it a vital component in the preservation of history and culture. “Xuan Paper”, the best paper for writing, is made in Xuanzhou, Anhui Province.
Inkstones
Inkstones, used for grinding ink, were originally simple pottery tools. Later, they became artistic objects carved from stone that reflect the taste and status of their owners. The choice of inkstone is crucial as it can affect the quality and texture of the ink, further enhancing the artistic expression in calligraphy and painting. The most famous inkstone, “Duan Inkstone”, is produced in Zhaoqing, Guangdong Province.
With these treasures, Chinese people created unique styles of calligraphy and painting, establishing a distinctive expression system. Today, they continue to inspire artists worldwide, bridging tradition and modernity.
11．Why is grinding ink considered meaningful in Chinese culture
A．Because it is a difficult process. B．Because it produces ink in various colors.
C．Because it requires a high-quality inkstone. D．Because it reflects valued morals in China.
12．What can we learn about the Four Treasures of the Study
A．The brush is made from bark. B．Ink is only produced in Huizhou.
C．“Xuan Paper” is the best paper for writing. D．Inkstones were originally carved objects.
13．Which column in a paper might the passage come from
A．Technology. B．Travel. C．Lifestyle. D．Culture.
Contrary to popular belief, winter is actually a good time to travel. Below, you’ll find recommendations for the best places to visit in winter in the USA．
Sequoia (美洲杉) National Park, California
This park is famous for its giant sequoia trees. And though it’s impressive to walk among 250-foot sequoias, snowshoeing or cross-country skiing through Giant Forest Grove when the towering trees are dusted with snow is pure magic.
Accommodation: The centrally located Visalia Marriott is just 40 minutes from the park gate.
Charleston, South Carolina
Start your weekend getaway on a historic carriage ride downtown in cold winter. Clip-clop past the city’s churches, see where they stored all the gunpowder back in the 1700s and learn about Charleston’s past.
Accommodation: Located in the city's historic heart, the Charleston Place hotel features plush rooms and excellent dining.
Keystone, Colorado
Ski report website On the Snow rates it the top resort for families, thanks to free parking; ski-in, ski-out lodgings; a kids-ski-free program; and beginner terrain (地形).
Accommodation: Keystone Lodge and Spa has cozy mountain-inspired rooms and lofts, a heated outdoor pool and hot tub.
Park City, Utah
Located just 40 minutes from Salt Lake City, the largest ski resort in the United States is known for its light, dry snow, sunny skies and variety of terrain.
Accommodation: Marriott’s Summit Watch is an affordable option located right in Park City, and it offers accessible rooms.
14．What will travelers do in Charleston
A．Walk along giant sequoia trees. B．Ski through snow-covered forests.
C．Explore the historic city. D．Swim in a heated outdoor pool.
15．Which destination gives kids a chance to ski for free
A．Sequoia National Park. B．Charleston.
C．Keystone. D．Park City.
16．What do the four destinations have in common
A．They are located 40 minutes from the nearby city.
B．They are famous national parks in the USA．
C．They offer carriage rides at weekends.
D．They offer a range of cold-weather fun.
Explore the Marin Headlands With Coastal Camp
Coastal Camp is an amazing chance for children and teens to spend the summer learning and playing in a national park within the Marin Headlands, near San Francisco. Coastal Campers will explore topics such as the study of sea life, coastal ecology (生态), environmental protection, and cultural history, all while guided by highly trained educators.
Place: Golden Gate
Ages: 4-17
Cost: $336-640
Sign up for Coastal Camp now! Please click the link (链接) at the top of the page to register. If you would like to register for a camp taking place in the next two weeks, please let us know through our Contact page above.Exploring a national park
Coastal Camp is a proud partner of the National Park Service. Our week-long day camps in the Marin Headlands provide campers with a unique coastal setting. Every day we explore the park and satisfy campers’ curiosity by having fun and exploring the natural world.Learning and having adventures
Campers get close to nature, paint pictures in the wild while overlooking the Pacific Ocean, watch animals in their natural habitat (栖息地) and walk along coastal paths to the historic Point Bonita Lighthouse. Campers connect with nature while forming friendships and developing interpersonal and leadership skills.Convenience and quality
Coastal Camp was set up in 2006 and has been providing high quality, experiential learning and fun ever since. Our highly trained educators have rich backgrounds working with kids.
17．What will campers do within the Marin Headlands
A．Stay with their history teacher. B．Feed animals in the wild.
C．Explore the natural environment. D．Attend an art class indoors.
18．How much does it take at most to sign up for the camp
A．$336. B．$340. C．$604. D．$640.
19．What is the purpose of the last part of the text
A．To encourage teenagers to work hard. B．To stress the quality service of the camp.
C．To share an upcoming event with readers. D．To show the long-term goals of the camp.
It can be hard to choose a vacation spot since there are so many great places to visit. The decision on where to go is even tougher for parents with young kids. Here are our top picks. Paradise Island
A beach getaway is one of the best holiday destinations for families. Atlantis’ Prompt Response Line lets parents order anything they need to care for their kids. The resort also offers the Atlantis Kids Adventure and Sea Squirts interactive marine animal program. Barcelona
Barcelona is family-friendly and the locals love kids. There are plenty of play areas for kids. One of the best areas is the playground in the Park Placa de la Sagrada Familia. There is also the Barcelona City Tour. It’s an open-air, double-decker bus tour that makes stops at the city’s highlights. The tour is free for kids under the age of three. Another popular spot is the Park Ciutadella. Kids can feed ducks in the lake and watch birds fly through trees. The park is also a hot spot to watch street performances. Adeline’s House of Cool
If you want a quiet vacation getaway for your family, this is the perfect vacation spot. Surrounded by trees and located on private property, this spot is a perfect choice for you and your kids to enjoy a peaceful stay here. The property includes a kitchen, two dining areas, laundry facilities, satellite TV, three fireplaces and Wi-Fi. With six bedrooms, this spot can accommodate large families.
There are lots of vacation spots that have things the whole family will enjoy. Kids can enjoy a fun-filled day and parents have access to the things they enjoy as well. You will be able to find a toddler-friendly vacation spot anywhere you like if you look hard enough.
20．Where should a family enjoying street performances go
A．Paradise Island. B．The Park Placa de la Sagrada Familia.
C．The Park Ciutadella. D．Adeline’s House of Cool.
21．What can tourists do in Adeline’s House of Cool
A．Invite several large families. B．Cook meals with the aid of host families.
C．Have access to the Internet without Wi-Fi. D．Enjoy a life free from city chaos.
22．What do the three choices have in common
A．They’re adventurous. B．They’re kid-friendly.
C．They’re free for kids. D．They’re fit for large families.
Welcome to Learn English Teens-a site for teenagers who are learning English as a second or foreign language, where you can watch videos, read texts, listen to audio and do online exercises to help you improve various skills. Our site is free of charge.Where to start
Use the links at the top of the page to go to different sections and have a look at the materials. Try one or two pages in each section and see if the material is good for your level and what you want to learn. Beginners should start with Skills and choose Level. Al or try the Vocabulary exercises. If you have a good level of English already then look at other sections too.
If you are aged between 13 and 17 you can sign up for a free account. Upon becoming registered (注册的) users, you can use interactive features, including the ability to post comments on educational content and respond to structured discussion questions within academic forums. Before participating in any online discussions, all users must carefully review the platform’s House Rules, which establish clear guidelines for respectful and productive community interactions.How to use the site
When you have found a page you want to use, read the instructions carefully and then click the Preparation task. This task will help you to get ready to do the page, typically including a text, a video or an audio file. Most pages feature downloadable worksheets in PDF version, complete with exercises and answer keys. These resources are designed to support offline learning activities-enabling students to practice independently without internet access, while also empowering educators to assign them as reliable homework tasks in low-connectivity environments.
If you have any questions about Learn English Teens please contact us.
23．What can registered users do according to the text
A．Organize discussion activities. B．Set the platform’s House Rules.
C．Have an interaction with experts. D．Answer given discussion questions.
24．What can we learn about worksheets on most pages
A．They focus on group learning activities.
B．They offer personalized practice resources.
C．They are designed for teacher-led instructions.
D．They support learning without internet connection.
25．In which website section is the text probably found
A．Get Started. B．Live Classes.
C．Learning Resources. D．Teacher Support.
Sea stories are something that fascinates everything right from childhood. Sea is mysterious for all of us and stories related to it are sure to get everyone keen and interested. Sea stories are a perfect mix of mystery, adventure, thrill, awe and excitement. So, here we present our pick of the best four sea stories of all times in English literature.
Moby Dick by Herman Melville
This book is not to be missed by all who love sea stories. This is the most famous book about whaling that ever was. Melville got inspired to write this book when he was shipping aboard a Yankee (北方佬) whaler. The three-part climax is the most loved part of the book.
Kon-Tiki by Thor Heyerdahl
In this book, the mission of Heyerdahl is to prove that South American Indians have the option of migrating to Polynesia. He and his crew stand on a light raft and take one of the greatest real-life sea epics of all times.
Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson
This is the grand work of all sea stories. Written in 1883, this adventure novel narrates a tale of “pirates and buried gold”. It is one of the most popular sea novels of all times and its influence on popular perception of pirates with eye patches and one-leg sailors with parrots on their shoulders is dominating the world literature and movies even today.
Sailing Alone Around the World by Joshua Slocum
Slocum is a Canadian who is probably the last of the great American sailor. His fame lies in the fact that he sailed his vessel, the Spray, in an unassisted sailboat. This book is definitely among the best of the real-life sea adventures.
26．What do the works by Heyerdahl and Slocum have in common
A．They have three-part climaxes.
B．They focus on sailing and whaling.
C．Their authors are Canadian sailors.
D．They are based on the authors’ real experiences.
27．If a reader wants to read stories about pirates, which book can he or she choose
A．Moby Dick. B．Kon-Tiki.
C．Treasure Island. D．Sailing Alone Around the World.
28．Where is this passage probably taken from
A．A book guide. B．An academic report.
C．A conference notice. D．A fashion magazine.
From big-eyed couch potatoes to long-eared hiking companions, the Humane Society of Charlotte (HSC) has all sorts of dogs awaiting their forever homes.
Name Hadley Bolt Coral Thumbelina
Photo
Sex Female Male Female Female
Size Medium Large Large Small
Age 11 months 1 year 0 month 1 year 9 months 1 year 6 months
Breed Mixed Breed Mixed Breed Mixed Breed Mixed Breed
Weight 37 pounds 45 pounds 42 pounds 15 pounds
More Info. Hadley is a sweet and energetic pup that just needs a little time to warm up. She can be nervous when meeting new people, but once she feels safe, her playful and fun personality shines through! Hadley loves to run around, play with toys and would like to stay with someone who can be patient and help her build confidence. She’d love to meet the whole family here at the shelter before you take her home. Meet Bolt! This spirited pup is lively and always ready for an adventure. Along with his playful nature, he’s also a total sweetheart who loves being around people and enjoys attention. Bolt would grow up healthy in an active home with older kids or adults only, as his enthusiasm might be a bit too much for younger children. He may also enjoy having a playful dog friend to have fun with. Coral would love to go home with someone that will take her on adventures to lakes, streams or the beach because she loves water! Playing with other dogs is another one of her favorite things to do, so bring any potential siblings over to say hello! Coral has suffered abuse before, so she needs a quiet home and a patient owner that could help her gain confidence around people. Thumbelina is a shy girl that would be grateful for an adopter who lets her slowly get used to her new home. Once she’s comfortable with you, she loves to snuggle up next to you or right on your lap. She’s met dogs and cats and seems to have done okay with both, so with a slow introduction she can learn to get along with some new furry friends.
29．Which family is the most suitable for Bolt
A．A quiet home of an old couple. B．An energetic family of adults.
C．A family with young children. D．A home with no other dog pets.
30．Which dog has a history of being mistreated
A．Hadley. B．Bolt. C．Coral. D．Thumbelina.
31．What is the purpose of this text
A．To advertise dogs for adoption. B．To introduce some dog breeds.
C．To report on activities of HSC． D．To give advice on petting dogs.
Working out at home can be fun and easy, especially if you have the right equipment! Here are some tools you can use to get moving and stay healthy from your living room.
· Cast Iron KettlebellKettlebells are an easy way to use gym equipment at home. One kettlebell will offer a range of works that will target major muscle groups in your body. Key features: different sizes and full body workout.
· Walking Pad Folding TreadmillIf you're working from home, or at the office, a folding treadmill means you're able to work out without the gym membership. With a top speed of 6km/h, you'll be able to walk for about two hours before it needs a break. 10, 000 steps a day Easy! Key features: 180 degree folding technology and light build.
· Resistance Bands（弹力带）Resistance Bands are a great addition to any home workout, but can also easily be used alone. This set of three bands is commonly used to exercise the lower body. You can change the resistance and build your strength over time. Key features: different lengths and three different resistance levels.
· Studio BikeIf you love riding a bike but lack the time, the Studio Bike is waiting for you. The screen allows you to enjoy TV shows, music and movies. The bike will change the speed and resistance to suit your fitness level throughout the workout. Key features: real-world rides and quiet operation.
32．Which equipment is good for full body workout
A．Cast Iron Kettlebell. B．Walking Pad Folding Treadmill.
C．Resistance Bands. D．Studio Bike.
33．What do Resistance Bands and Studio Bike have in common
A．They have screens. B．They can change the resistance.
C．They can save space. D．They have a set of three bands.
34．Where is this text probably taken from
A．A news report. B．A travel brochure.
C．A science article. D．A sports magazine.
Samantha “Sammi” Janower
Samantha “Sammi” Janower, now 18 years old, was told 15 years ago that she had cancer. Chemotherapy (化疗) is the only choice, so Sammi underwent 15 months of chemo, at the age of three. Today, her dad says the cancer survivor is determined to help other kids avoid having to go through what she has gone through. To that end, in 2017 her team of cyclists Team Samantha raised more than $327,000 for the hospital that saved her life by riding 192 miles in the Pan-Mass Challenge (PMC), a bike-a-thon across their home state of Massachusetts. One hundred percent of every dollar raised goes directly to the doctors and research that work on cancers like hers.Annika Viswesh
Eighth-grade student Annika Viswesh, who attends the Stratford School in Sunnyvale, California, became legally blind when she was just one year old due to a condition known as amblyopia (弱视). Various methods have helped to improve her sight over the years, but more than anything it was that very experience that pushed her to search for better ways to treat and manage the condition, which affects about 12 million children worldwide. So, she created the Oculus Patch Assistant which helps to simplify and improve the effectiveness of amblyopia treatment. She is now working with doctors at the Palo Alto Medical Foundation to conduct field testing.Jahkil Jackson
Jahkil Jackson, 9, of Chicago, founded Project I Am to help the homeless in his hometown. Within the last year, he’s collected and handed out more than 3,000 “Blessings Bags” filled with toiletry things, socks, and food. A frequent public speaker, Jahkil challenges children to find their enthusiasm and use it to make a difference. “When I speak to other kids at schools and community centers, I always say, ‘Don’t wait until you are an adult to be great,’” Jahkil said. “‘You can be great now!’”
35．What does the underlined word “underwent” probably mean in Paragraph 1
A．Introduced. B．Experienced. C．Gave. D．Trained.
36．Why did Sammi found Team Samantha
A．To improve medical conditions. B．To raise money for herself.
C．To support cancer research. D．To attract cycling lovers.
37．What did Annika make efforts to do
A．To help the legally blind see better.
B．To improve her sight.
C．To carry out several scientific studies at her school.
D．To search for economical ways to treat her condition.
38．What should kids do according to Jahkil
A．Lend a hand to the family. B．Take action and contribute.
C．Take part in Project I Am. D．Act like adults.
39．What do the three persons have in common according to the passage
A．They all suffered physical disabilities. B．They were all devoted to medical research.
C．They were all committed to helping those in need. D．They were all concerned with the homeless.
Five weeks ago, I noticed the skin of our pet lizard was growing dusty. It worried me. I reported the strange surface on its skin to my husband and children the next morning. Seconds later, our lizard emerged from its tank with the old skin flowing behind it.
I didn’t think about it much until a morning last week when I knocked my favorite teapot off the table. It burst into hundreds of pieces. As I swept up the mess, I wondered why we had been breaking so many things over the months.
The destruction started three months ago. It was my husband’s birthday. He had just lost his job. The uncertainty was starting to wear on us, so I wanted to do something special — a birthday cake.
Two hours before my husband came home from another job interview, my daughter climbed up to grab a glass vase from a high shelf. It fell and crashed beside the cake. Tiny pieces of glass were everywhere. She sobbed loudly as I threw the cake away. My husband had banana pudding for his birthday.
Three days ago, the light in our living room suddenly went out. After several frustrating hours of unsuccessful attempts to fix it, my husband suggested watching the Michael Jordan documentary series The Last Dance.
The poignancy (辛酸) of Jordan retiring from his beloved basketball to play baseball and what had pushed him to make such a tough decision took me by surprise. As I watched the layer that no longer had his basketball uniform and replaced it with a baseball uniform, I saw him leaving behind the player him take off his basketball who they were after. Neither of them chose the moment that had transformed them. But they had to live with them, who they were after shedding skin as different. Just like us, I realized that we have to learn to leave the past behind.
Humans do not shed skin as easily as other animals. The beginning of change is upsetting. The process is tiring. Damage changes us before we are ready. I see our lizard, raw and nearly new.
40．What can we learn about the pet lizard from Paragraph 1
A．It shed skin off.
B．It got a strange disease.
C．Its tank grew dirty.
D．It ran out of the tank.
41．Why did the author’s husband have banana pudding for his birthday
A．The birthday cake was ruined.
B．The birthday cake tasted terrible.
C．Pudding was his favourite dessert.
D．They couldn’t afford a birthday cake.
42．What is the author’s purpose by mentioning The Last Dance in the passage
A．To provide an example.
B．To give the background.
C．To define a concept.
D．To develop the theme.
43．What message does the author convey
A．Past experiences should be treasured.
B．We should move on whatever happens.
C．Love of family helps us survive great hardships.
D．It doesn’t matter much even if we break many things.
Boredom has become quite interesting to academics lately. In early May, London’s Boring Conference celebrated seven years of delighting in dullness. At this event, people flocked to talks about weather, traffic jams and vending-machine sounds, among other sleep-inducing topics.
What, exactly, is everybody studying One widely accepted psychological definition of boredom is “the distasteful experience of wanting, but being unable, to engage in satisfying activity.” But how can you quantify a person’s boredom level and compare it with someone else’s In 1986, psychologists introduced the Boredom Proneness Scale (倾向量表), designed to measure an individual’s overall tendency to feel bored. By contrast, the Multidimensional State Boredom Scale, developed in 2008, measures a person’s feelings of boredom in a given situation.
Boredom has been linked to behavior issues including inattentive driving, mindless snacking, excessive drinking, and addictive gambling. In fact, many of us would choose pain over boredom. One team of psychologists discovered that two-thirds of men and a quarter of women would rather self-administer electric shocks than sit alone with their thoughts for 15 minutes. Researching this phenomenon, another team asked volunteers to watch boring, sad, or neutral films, during which they could self-administer electric shocks. The bored volunteers shocked themselves more and harder than the sad or neutral ones did.
But boredom isn’t all bad. By encouraging self-reflection and daydreaming, it can prompt creativity. An early study gave participants abundant time to complete problem-solving and word-association exercises. Once all the obvious answers were exhausted, participants gave more and more inventive answers to fight boredom. A British study took these findings one step further, asking subjects to complete a creative challenge (coming up with a list of alternative uses for a household item). One group of subjects did a boring activity first, while the others went straight to the creative task. Those whose boredom pumps had been activated were more productive.
In our always-connected world, boredom may be a hard-to-define state, but it is a fruitful one. Watch paint dry or water boil, or at least put away your smartphone for a while, and you might unlock your next big idea.
44．When are people likely to experience boredom, according to an accepted psychological definition
A．When they don’t have the chance to do what they want.
B．When they don’t enjoy the materials they are studying.
C．When they experience something unpleasant.
D．When they engage in some routine activities.
45．What does the author say boredom can lead to
A．Determination. B．Mental illness. C．Concentration. D．Harmful conduct.
46．What is the finding of one team of psychologists in their experiment
A．Volunteers prefer watching a boring movie to sitting alone at home.
B．Many volunteers choose to hurt themselves rather than endure boredom.
C．Male volunteers care less about the effects of boredom than females.
D．Many volunteers are unable to resist boredom longer than fifteen minutes.
47．Why does the author say boredom isn’t all bad
A．It stimulates memorization. B．It may promote creative thinking.
C．It allows time for relaxation. D．It may facilitate independent learning.
48．What does the author suggest one do when faced with a challenging problem
A．Stop idling and think big. B．Look around oneself for stimulation.
C．Unlock one’s smartphone. D．Allow oneself some time to be bored.
三、主旨大意（本大题共5小题）
A man enters a store to buy milk. He walks out of the store with milk. That is all—milk. At the same time, a woman enters the same grocery store also to buy milk. She buys it. But, she also buys chicken and lemons to make dinner that night. Then she remembers to buy food for her son to eat at the school. She also gets a bottle of wine for drinks with friends and a birthday card for her husband’s niece. Then she gets coffee for breakfast, ice cream for dessert and remembers stamps to mail the bills.
And that is the difference between the female and male brains. It can be simply explained in a grocery store. Generally speaking, men do one thing at a time. Women do many. Doing many things at a time is often called “multi-tasking”, a very popular word these days.
Now scientific research supports this theory about male and female brains. They found that male brains have more connections on one side of the brain, or hemisphere(脑半球). In the female brain, they found more activities and connections between the right and left sides of the brain. The left side of the brain is known as the side of “reason”. The right hemisphere is known as the “creative” side.
Regina Verma is a professor at the University of Pennsylvania. She says when women are asked to do something difficult they use different parts of the brain. Men, she adds, generally use just one side of the brain. As a result, men generally deal directly with a problem. Women, however, might include other parts of the brain, like the part connected with reason and the part connected with sensitivity(理智)when solving a problem.
49．A woman with the purpose of buying milk will go to the store and buy_______.
A．nothing but milk B．more things than planned
C．a lot of things except milk D．all the things that she likes
50．What can we infer from the passage
A．Male brains develop better than female brains.
B．It’s necessary for women to use different parts of the brain.
C．Men should use two sides of the brain to solve a problem.
D．Women may think more when finding a solution to the problem.
51．In which section of a newspaper can we find this passage
A．Sport Report. B．Farming Report. C．Health Report. D．Education Report.
52．What’s the best title of the passage
A．Do one thing or do many a time. B．Men and women think differently.
C．The male and female interest in shopping. D．The study on the behavior of men and women.
Taelor Reynolds, a student at New Castle Elementary School, was born with a rare syndrome, a condition that resulted in limb differences in both of her hands. At just six years old, she has already undergone eight surgeries.
Despite the challenges she faces daily, her mother, Traci Reynolds, says she’s incredibly strong. “She’s a trooper,” Traci shared. “The last surgery that she had in August was an actual finger movement, so that now she has difficulty grasping her right hand. She is a twin also. So I think it’s hard for her seeing that her sister can do things that is either impossible for her or more challenging for her.”
Taelor doesn’t currently use prosthetics (假肢) and often struggles with everyday tasks, but she has a strong support system — including school counselor Kimberly Logsdon. “It’s really heartbreaking to see that she doesn’t have the same opportunities that other kids have,” Logsdon said.
Motivated by Taelor’s resilience (复原力), Logsdon took action. During a campus tour of Old Dominion University (ODU) with her son, she noticed a prosthetic device in a lab and had an idea. She approached the university’s engineering students, hoping that they could create a custom device for Taelor as part of their year-end project. The students agreed — and even connected her with an organization focused on supporting children with special needs.
Now, the team of ODU engineering students is working to design a personalized prosthetic solution. After taking measurements, they’ re building prototypes (原型) that could significantly improve Taelor’s quality of life. Their goal is to finish the project by the end of summer.
“So she has one pointer finger on that hand,” Traci explained. “Right now, they’re going to add additional fingers, so that she’s able to grasp things, silverware, things like that. Right now using the restroom is one of her biggest obstacles. They’re going to actually make a toileting tool so that she can do it on her own.”
53．Why did Traci regard Taelor as a trooper
A．Taelor was tough after surgeries. B．Traci was sympathetic to Taelor.
C．Taelor struggled with everyday tasks. D．Taelor got along badly with her sister.
54．What did Logsdon do for Taelor
A．She worked in a lab to help Taelor. B．She cooperated with Taelor’s mum.
C．She designed a prosthetic for Taelor. D．She turned to ODU’s students for help.
55．How does the engineering team help
A．By making digital models. B．By conducting more projects.
C．By improving medical facilities. D．By developing a tailored product.
56．What does the text mainly tell us
A．Disability limits people’s creativity. B．Warm concern shines through innovation.
C．Ambition fuels the desires of the disabled. D．Technology removes barriers among people.
After nearly a decade of trying, Apple finally gave up its effort to produce an electric car last year, canceling a project that soaked up $10 billion. But last year in China, the electronics maker Xiaomi launched its first electric car after just three years of development and delivered 135,000 vehicles. It has vowed to double that number in 2025.
Xiaomi’s ability to succeed where Apple could not shows how thoroughly China has come to dominate the supply chain for electric vehicles. Chinese companies have mastered electric vehicle manufacturing. By tapping that infrastructure, Xiaomi was able to get components quickly and cheaply. And Xiaomi is not the only Chinese consumer electronics company that has branched out to electric vehicles. The telecommunications giant Huawei, which the U. S. government has targeted with sanctions and legal action for years, is making autonomous driving software. Huawei has teamed up with multiple Chinese automakers, including Seres Group and the state-owned firms SAIC Motor, BAIC and Chery.
Xiaomi’s first electric car was brought out last March: the SU7,a four-door sedan with artificial intelligence features that can help with parking, play movies for passengers and program Xiaomi home appliances from the road. Mr. Lei said it looks like a Porsche. But at $ 30,000, it’s a quarter of the price. While the SU7 earned Xiaomi just a small fraction of the sales of China’s top electric vehicle makers, it puts Xiaomi among the Chinese companies that are dealing a major blow to foreign automakers’ long command over China’s market for premium cars. In the year since the SU7 went on sale, Porsche deliveries in China were down nearly 30 percent.
Chinese electric vehicle companies have benefited from billions of dollars in government support, which has helped them gain control of the supply chain down to the very minerals inside the car batteries. This early edge helped two Chinese companies, BYD and Contemporary Amperex Technology Company.
Xiaomi used this supply chain to its advantage. Its cars contain batteries from BYD and CATL. It was able to quickly start production by taking over a factory from Beijing Auto Group. Construction workers in Beijing are working around the clock on a second factory. All this manufacturing capacity helps Chinese electric vehicle firms move from development to production in far less time than traditional automakers in China, enabling them to bring new models to market quickly and focus on making software that they can continually update, said Stephen W. Dyer, head of Asia Automotive at AlixPartners.
57．How does the author introduce the topic
A．By listing examples. B．By stating opinions.
C．By making a contrast. D．By giving definitions.
58．Why does the author mention Apple’s failure
A．To show Apple’s poor management. B．To prove electric car production is difficult.
C．To highlight China’s EV development. D．To compare it with Huawei’s situation.
59．What does Paragraph 3 focus on
A．SU7’s price advantage. B．SU7’s features and influence.
C．Porsche’s decline in China. D．Xiaomi’s EV production plan.
60．How did Xiaomi start its electric car production quickly
A．By developing new technology. B．By building its own factory.
C．By getting government support. D．By getting hold of a factory.
Many people confuse hard-working people with workaholics (工作狂). What are some characteristics of workaholics How could a person tell that he/ she is a workaholic A workaholic works long hours, at the expense of personal relationships and health. When not working, they’ re thinking about work. Work influences their mood: When work is going well, they’ re up; when work is going less well, they’ re down.
Working, or simply being busy, can be a hard habit to break. When workaholics aren’t busy working — or doing something to promote their work — they feel anxious and guilty.
There is a link between health problems and workaholism. Just because work itself is a respectable pursuit (追求) doesn’t mean that an addiction to it is any less damaging than other sorts of addictions. A number of studies show that workaholism has been associated with a wide range of health problems, such as anxiety and heart disease
Besides health problems, being a workaholic brings other negative effects as well. A study found that working too much negatively influenced an employee’s marriage. This isn’t surprising,since if you’re married to your work it can be difficult to be married to anything, or anyone, else.There have also been studies looking at the influence of workaholic parents on their children and the news isn’t good. Adult children of workaholic fathers experienced more depression and anxiety and a weaker sense of self.
However, there are also many positive aspects to working hard and to an increasing devotion to career. Hard work can bring great rewards. For many, it’s how they develop feelings of self worth and confidence and purpose. If you have a workaholic in your life you might point out the things he or she is missing out on while at work, whether it’s a child’s soccer game, a good book, or a yoga class. Seek to understand why the person feels the need to work so much and support them in finding a resolution.
61．What can we learn from the text
A．Work has stronger effects on workaholics than on others.
B．Hard-working people enjoy bester health than other people do.
C．Workaholics work to build better relationships.
D．Workaholics care more about their hdalth than others do.
62．When workaholics are not busy working, they ________.
A．promote their work
B．form a bad habit easily
C．feel uneasy and insecure
D．have a chance to prove their own value
63．What are Paragraphs 3 and 4 mainly about
A．Bad influences of workaholism.
B．Different patterns of workaholics.
C．How people deal with their addictions.
D．How hard-working people differ from workaholics.
64．What is the author’s attitude towards working hard
A．Doubtful. B．Objective. C．Negative. D．Curious.
65．What can we do to help a workaholic in life
A．Force him to join family activities.
B．Reward him for his hard work.
C．Help him find self worth and confidence.
D．Try to be understanding and supporting.
As is known to everyone, the options we make have an effect on our future. Suppose I am an intelligent student with good marks. But on the other hand, being lazy, I do badly in my examinations. I am refused admission to university and cannot find a good job. The golden future I had imagined will never be. All these are all from a bad choice!
However, your choices affect your future in a way that is a lot more complicated. This is because nearly all the choices you make affect your character. Your character is displayed through your choices, but it is also formed by them. No matter when you make a choice, your character changes or grows, or diminishes depending on whether the decision you made is wise or foolish. Your character is being made by you, bit by bit, choice by choice. And so, you become the sort of person who will make a certain kind of choice in a certain situation.
Some will argue this is not true. After all, the field of human choice is a narrow one. Most of the things that form us in our lives are not subject to choice. We cannot choose when and where to be born, whether our families will be rich or poor, kind or cruel. We cannot even entirely control who we will meet in our lives. With so much that we cannot choose, how can we be said to be responsible for anything
There is some truth in this. We are thrown into life without any say over the matter, and have little control over most of it. However, we do have some power of choice, and we do control the most important thing of all: how we respond to circumstances. We can choose to keep struggling in hard times, or to give up.
This ability to choose how we behave and respond is a great gift. It is our key to having confidence in the future. It is human nature to fear the future, as the future is unknown. You can’t entirely control what will happen to you tomorrow. But if you have confidence in your character, formed by years of making good choices, then you do know one thing for certain about the future: no matter what happens, you will make a choice that you will be proud of.
At every moment, then, practise forming your character when you make your choices, no matter how small they are. Remember: your choices form your character. And your character determines your future.
66．What example does the author use to illustrate the impact of bad choices on the future
A．A student who fails to get into university due to laziness despite good academic potential.
B．A person who can’t choose their birthplace and family background.
C．Someone who gives up easily during hard times.
D．An individual who is afraid of the unknown future.
67．What can we infer from the passage
A．We have no control over any aspect of our lives except making choices.
B．Good character formed by making wise choices gives us confidence in the future.
C．External factors like birthplace and family background have no impact on our life.
D．Small choices in daily life don’t matter in shaping our character.
68．In the author’s opinion, what is the most important thing we can control in life
A．When and where to be born. B．Whether our families will be rich or poor.
C．How we respond to different circumstances. D．Who we will meet in our lives.
69．According to the passage, why are our choices closely related to our future
A．Because choices directly decide our social status.
B．Because choices can influence our character which determines our future.
C．Because making choices helps us gain more control over external circumstances.
D．Because every choice we make ensures a successful future.
70．What is the main idea of the passage
A．The ways to make good choices in different situations.
B．The uncontrollable factors existing in our life.
C．The significant relationship between our choices, character and future.
D．The importance of having confidence in the future.
四、词句猜测（本大题共11小题）
The TV room at the south end of our house is like a black hole: It’s the place where things often end up if there’s no other place to put them, or if I can’t decide whether to throw them away. As such, it’s a land of perfectly serviceable cardboard boxes, old magazines saved for the recipes I will never try, shoes that are just about but not quite worn out, a wood stove I rarely light and other odds and ends.
Just the other night, I heard a scratching sound coming from the TV room. I went out to have a look, but of course there was no sound when I got there. Yet after I had gone to bed, it was loud enough to wake me.
The next morning at breakfast the scratching continued even as I entered the room, long enough for me to identify the source, which was the stovepipe leading from the wood stove. Ever so carefully, I approached and opened the stove’s front doors. There it was — a surprised, little squirrel, looking straight up at me.
I immediately shut the stove doors and considered what to do. I didn’t want to kill it, so I decided I would give it an easy escape route.
I closed the door to the kitchen and opened the outside door. It was a windy, freezing day, and the cold air immediately rushed in. I threw the stove doors open, stepped back and waited — but not for long. The squirrel jumped out of the stove, but it was upset and didn’t head outside. Instead, it tore through my magazines in piles, ran up the curtains, and then broke my collection of soda bottles, sending several crashing to the floor. The animal was in a complete panic, and all I could do was stand back and hope it would leave.
It finally dawned on me that I was probably the thing scaring it into a panic. So, I quickly left the room. When I returned it had gone. Job done.
All in all, two jobs were done that day. Not only did I evacuate a squirrel, but the animal did me a big favor: it made the TV room into more of a mess than it was before, to the point where I could stand it no longer. I made a great effort in making the room tidy. Finally, I had the clean, inviting space I had planned to have all along.
71．What does the author mean by describing the TV room as “a black hole”
A．The author cannot find anything in the TV room except a hole.
B．The TV room contains various things that the author rarely uses.
C．The TV room is too dark to see things as clear as possible.
D．There is no space to put anything in the TV room.
72．What did the author do when he/she first saw the squirrel
A．The author attempted to catch it immediately.
B．The author ignored the squirrel and left.
C．The author closed the stove’s front doors.
D．The author caught it without any hesitation.
73．What does the word “panic” mean in Para.5
A．A state of excitement and joy B．A state of standing still without moving
C．A feeling of fear and anxiety D．A feeling of being embarrassed
74．According to the last paragraph, what is the author’s attitude towards the squirrel
A．The author was annoyed with the squirrel.
B．The author was upset about the squirrel’s leaving.
C．The author doesn’t like the squirrel.
D．The author felt grateful to the squirrel.
75．What might the best title of the passage
A．A Squirrel’s Chaos Leads to an Unexpected Cleanup.
B．A Squirrel’s Escape from a Wood Stove.
C．Saving a Squirrel: A Lesson in Kindness.
D．Trapped in the Stove: A Rescue Mission in Winter.
One thing the tour books don’t tell you about London is that 2,000 of its residents are foxes. They ran away from the city about centuries ago after developers and pollution moved in. But now that the environment is cleaner, the foxes have come home, one of the many wild animals that have moved into urban areas around the world.
“The number and variety of wild animals in urban areas is increasing,” says Gomer Jones, president of the National Institute for Urban Wildlife, in Columbia, Maryland. A survey of the wildlife in New York’s Central Park last year tallied the species of mammals, including muskrats (麝鼠), shrews (鼩睛) and flying squirrels. A similar survey conducted in the 1890s counted only five species. One of the country’s largest populations of raccoon now lives in Washington D．C．, and moose (驼鹿) are regularly seen wandering into Maine towns. Peregrine falcons (游隼) dive from the window ledges of buildings in the largest U. S. cities to prey on pigeons.
Several changes have brought wild animals to the cities. Foremost is that air and water quality in many cities has improved as a result of the 1970s pollution-control efforts. Meanwhile, rural areas have been built up, leaving many animals on the edges of suburbs. In addition, urban wildlife refuges have been created. The Greater London Council last year spent 750,000 to buy land and build10 permanent wildlife refuges in the city. Over 1,000 volunteers have donated money and cleared rubble from derelict (荒废的) lots. One evening last year a fox was seen on Westminster Bridge looking up at Big Ben.
For peregrine falcons, cities are actually safer than rural cliff dwellings (悬崖栖息地). By 1970 the birds had died out east of the Mississippi because the DDT had made their eggs too thin to support life. That year, scientist Tom Cade of Cornell University began raising the birds for release in cities, for cities afforded abundant food.
Cities can attract wild animals without turning them harmful. The trick is to create habitats where they can be self-sufficient but still be seen and appreciated. Such habitats can even be functional. In San Francisco, the local government is testing different kinds of rainwater control basins to see not only which ones retain (保持) the cleanest water but which will attract the most birds.
76．The passage mentions a significant increase in mammal species in New York’s Central Park to _________.
A．Highlight the unexpected diversity found in small urban parks.
B．Provide evidence supporting the claim that wildlife in urban areas is increasing.
C．Contrast the wildlife success in New York with the failure in other cities.
D．Argue that shrews and flying squirrels are better adapted to cities than foxes.
77．Which of the following is NOT a reason that wildlife is returning to the cities
A．Food is plentiful in the cities.
B．Wildlife is threatened by predators in the wild.
C．Wildlife refuges have been built in the cities
D．Air and water quality has improved in the cities
78．The underlined word “tallied” in Para.2 means _________.
A．Distinguished B．described C．counted D．excluded
79．The example of San Francisco testing rainwater basins implies that _________.
A．Cities prioritize bird attraction over clean water management:
B．Ecological benefits and practical functions cannot be achieved at the same time.
C．Wildlife habitats in cities can be designed to serve dual purposes.
D．Birds are the best indicator species for urban water cleanliness.
80．What is the passage mainly about
A．Wildlife returning to large cities
B．Foxes returning to London
C．Wild animals living in zoos
D．A survey of wildlife in New York
An international research team has discovered that wild chimps (黑猩猩) in Tanzania’s Gombe National Park demonstrate basic engineering skills when making tools. They deliberately select flexible plant materials to create effective“fishing rods” for catching termites (白蚁), showing advanced understanding of material properties.
Published in the journal iScience, these findings provide new insights into how animals develop tools using easily damaged materials — a poorly understood aspect of human technological evolution. Termites serve as an important food source for chimps, rich in protein and nutrients. To extract these insects from their complicated underground nests, chimps require thin, bendable sticks that can navigate winding tunnels.
Researchers tested plant materials using portable equipment to measure flexibility. They found that plants ignored by chimps were 175% stiffer than those regularly chosen. Even among plants growing near termite nests, those showing chimp bite marks produced more flexible tools than untouched ones.
Lead researcher Dr. Alejandra Pascual-Garrido, who has studied chimp tools for over ten years, stated: “This is the first clear evidence that wild chimps select tool materials based on mechanical performance.” Remarkably, similar plant choices appear in chimp groups living up to 5,000 km from Gombe, suggesting shared engineering principles in their tool-making culture.
This indicates chimps may possess“folk physics” — an instinctive understanding of material properties that guides their tool selection. Their engineering skills involve careful material testing rather than random choices. “By combining animal behavior studies with material science, we better understand how chimps evaluate tool effectiveness,” explained Dr. Pascual-Garrido.
The research raises questions about how such knowledge is passed between generations, such as young chimps learning by observing their mothers. It also helps scientists understand early human tool-making skills that left no physical evidence. Dr. Adam van Casteren, a biomechanics expert, noted: “Though wooden tools rarely survive in ancient sites, the mechanical rules behind effective tools remain consistent across species.” This comparative approach helps reconstruct physical requirements that shaped early human technology, offering clues about prehistoric tool use that archaeology cannot preserve.
81．Why are specific plant materials often chosen by chimps as tools
A．They are more plentiful. B．They are commonly used.
C．They fit into termite nests. D．They attract many termites.
82．What does the underlined word “stiffer” probably mean in paragraph 3
A．Lighter to carry. B．Easier to shape. C．Slower to dry. D．Harder to bend.
83．What does the study reveal about chimp tool-making
A．It follows an intentional process. B．It is passed down through genes.
C．It proves chimps are as wise as humans. D．It is an ability limited to a specific group.
84．What is highlighted in the last paragraph
A．Potential criticism. B．Study significance.
C．Supporting evidence. D．Research background.
It is widely recognized that self-discipline gives us freedom. Those who can control themselves have the ability to make the best use of their time, thus lost in the joy of freedom while other people suffer from “painful self-discipline”, stuck in a difficult situation where they feel guilty for not being able to complete the missions on their never-ending to-do lists.
But do these pains come from self-discipline Not exactly. The people who are anxious about being so-called self-disciplined masters are actually missing the point of this virtue. It’s not a “the more the better” kind of thing. Rather, it’s the capability to find a complicated balance between work and entertainment, which enables you to work more efficiently and to take control of your life. Thus, there’s no need to push yourself too hard.
As a self-disciplined student, I think I understand the key to easing the sometime painful learning process with all kinds of after-school activities. Self-discipline urges me to set aside adequate time for all of my required schoolwork and to efficiently finish it. What’s more, having a high learning efficiency means that if I am interested in a certain topic in my textbook or the knowledge of a specific field, I can spend more time exploring it in depth, while devoting myself to my own interests. However, each time the bell for the end of class rings, I’m always the first to grab the basketball and dash to the court to enjoy the thrill of a ball game with my friends until the sun sinks below the horizon.
As I said, the real freedom to enjoy a wonderful life is based on self-discipline. And the final aim of self-discipline is to enjoy a wonderful life. Being self-disciplined is about doing the proper thing at the proper time. You have to push yourself under the guidance of self-discipline to achieve high efficiency in your daily routine. But don’t be too tough on yourself because unreasonable time management may drain you of the energy and passion you need to struggle on. Fit in adequate diversions from work within your carefully designed schedule, and I’m sure you can remove the obstacles that stand in your path to the ultimate freedom.
85．How does the author develop Paragraph 1
A．By giving an example. B．By making a comparison.
C．By analyzing a reason. D．By presenting a result.
86．What can we know about self-disciplined students in Paragraph 3
A．They have great trouble casing the painful learning process.
B．They can hardly spare time to finish their assignments.
C．They can pursue their hobbies with high learning efficiency.
D．They spend most time enjoying ball games with their friends.
87．What is the ultimate goal of self-discipline in the author ‘s view
A．To suffer mental pain. B．To enjoy a happy life.
C．To manage time scientifically. D．To achieve high efficiency.
88．What does the underlined word “drain” in the last paragraph probably mean
A．Exhaust. B．Increase. C．Provide. D．Preserve.
89．What is the main idea of the passage
A．Self-discipline is the key to achieving high efficiency.
B．People should be strict with themselves to be self-disciplined.
C．The pursuit of self-discipline is a painful process.
D．Self-discipline is about finding a balance and leading to real freedom.
The turning point of my life was my decision to give up a promising business career and study music. My parents, although sympathetic, and sharing my love of music, disapproved of it as a profession. This was understandable in view of the family background. My grandfather had taught music for nearly forty years. Though much beloved and respected in the community, he earned barely enough to provide for his large family. As a consequence of this example in the family, the very mention of music as a profession carried with it a picture of a risky existence with uncertain financial rewards. My parents insisted on college instead of a music school, and to college I went-quite happily, as I remember, for although I loved my violin and spent most of my spare time practicing, I had many other interests.
Before my graduation from college, the family met with severe financial reverses and I felt it my duty to leave college and take a job. Thus was I launched upon a business career—which I always think of as the wasted years. Now I do not for a moment mean to disparage (贬低) business. My whole point is that it was not for me. I went into it for money, and aside from the satisfaction of being able to help the family, money is all I got out of it. It was not enough. I felt that life was passing me by.
I continued to make money, and finally, bit by bit, accumulated enough to enable me to go abroad to study music. I resigned from my position and, feeling like a man released from jail, sailed for Europe. I stayed four years, worked harder than I had ever dreamed of working before and enjoyed every minute of it. “Enjoyed” is too mild a word. I walked on air. I really lived. I was a free man and I was doing what I loved to do and what I was meant to do.
If I had stayed in business, I might be a comparatively wealthy man today, but I do not believe I would have made a success of living. I would have given up all those inner satisfactions that money can never buy.
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