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莆田第二十五中学2025-2026学年上学期第一次月考高二英语
第一部分：听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节：(共5小题;每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. When does the conversation take place?
A. On June 15th. B. On June 10th. C. On June 5th.
2. What was the man doing before the conversation?
A. Planning a vacation. B. Waking someone up. C. Sleeping.
3. What does the woman think of the suit?
A. It’s attractive. B. It’s a little big. C. It’s colorful.
4. What happened to the woman last week?
A. She lost a job. B. She had a terrible meal. C. She argued with her employee.
5. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A. Mother and son. B. Husband and wife. C.Former colleagues.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟;听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
6. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. Movies. B. Books. C. Actors.
7. Where probably are the speakers?
A. In the classroom. B. In the bookstore. C. In the cinema.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
8. To whom is the woman talking?
A. Her teacher. B. Her employer. C.Her schoolmate.
9. What will the woman’s major be?
A. Costume Design. B. Finance. C. Management.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
10. How long will the woman wait for the man at most?
A. 10 minutes. B. 30 minutes. C. 40 minutes.
11. Why does the woman have to wait?
A. The man was asleep. B. The man helped a person. C. The man had an accident.
12. How does the woman sound in the end?
A. Understanding. B. Apologetic. C. Annoyed.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
13. What sport does the woman like?
A. Golf. B. Badminton. C. Table tennis.
14. Why does the man like playing basketball?
A. To strengthen his will. B. To build up self-confidence. C. To stay fit.
15. What is the man’s wish?
A. To improve sports skills.
B. To be a great athlete.
C. To become a coach like his father.
16. What will the speakers do next?
A. Have a class. B. Do sports. C. Play tricks on others.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17. Why is Chung mentioned in the talk?
A. To emphasize that people need to respect others.
B. To tell people not to play with the phones.
C To illustrate that how hard her job is.
18. Who is Doug Fleming?
A. A cashier. B. A customer. C. An inventor.
19. What is the last lesson?
A. Smelling the roses and the dirt.
B. Practicing six degrees of gratitude.
C. Finding the hidden masterpieces.
20. Why does the speaker give the talk?
A. To show how many people have helped him.
B. To say thanks to those who have helped him.
C. To call on people to learn gratitude.
第二部分：阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节：(共15小题;每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Science museums are magical places where curiosity meets discovery. The following are four of the world’s most amazing science museums that every tech enthusiast should visit!
The Exploratorium (San Francisco, USA)
Located in San Francisco, the Exploratorium is an interactive science museum where visitors can touch, play, and experiment. It features over 600 exhibits, including a giant bubble maker and a tornado simulator (模拟器). The museum encourages hands-on learning, making science fun for all ages.
Deutsches Museum (Munich, Germany)
As one of the world’s largest science and technology museums, the Deutsches Museum displays historic inventions like the first automobile and early airplanes. With exhibits ranging from astronomy (天文学) to robotics, it offers a deep dive into Germany’s engineering achievements.
Miraikan (Tokyo, Japan)
Miraikan, or the “Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation”, showcases Japan’s cutting-edge technology. Highlights include ASIMO the humanoid robot, a real-time global earthquake tracker and a giant LED globe displaying Earth’s weather patterns. It’s a perfect place to explore future technologies.
CosmoCaixa (Barcelona, Spain)
CosmoCaixa is famous for its immersive exhibits, such as a flooded Amazon rainforest and a planetarium. Visitors can walk through a recreated ecosystem or experiment with physics puzzles. The museum makes complex scientific concepts easy to understand.
1. For a historic invention enthusiast, which museum suits him/her best?
A. Deutsches Museum. B. The Exploratorium. C. Miraikan. D. CosmoCaixa.
2. What special experience does Miraikan offer to visitors?
A. A chance to operate ASIMO the humanoid robot. B. A display of real-time global earthquake activities.
C. A journey to explore technologies of future Japan. D. A collection of historical technical achievements.
3. What do all these science museums have in common?
A. They are all related to space exploration. B. They all combine technology with history.
C. They all offer engaging experiences. D. They all allow hands-on experiments.
B
When Marguerite Richards posted a TikTok video about her father’s decade-old thriller novel, she was hoping to inspire a little interest. A few dozen new readers, maybe. As the first few positive comments started rolling in, she was pleased to have done something nice for a dad who definitely deserved it.
She had no idea that, within days, millions of people would see her video, and her father’s book would rise to the top of Amazon’s Best Seller list.
Lloyd Richards first published Stone Maidens in 2012. It’s a thriller about an FBI agent following a killer in Indiana and, by his daughter’s account, it’s quite attractive. However, his original release (出版) failed to drum up excitement.
It’s a different world now, with social media making somebody and something rise to fame overnight. Richards, the daughter, decided to try her luck. “I saw how much time and effort and passion my dad put into his book. I know what a lovely storyteller he is,” she told CNN. “He never stopped writing, and he always stayed positive.”
Whether it was the interesting thriller, or the efforts of a proud daughter, the story of Lloyd Richards and Stone Maidens struck a chord.
Marguerite Richards posted the first TikTok about Stone Maidens about two weeks ago. It has since received 48 million views and numerous positive responses. After that, Richards posted more videos of her father, delighting in his unexpected success.
“My dad wasn’t really sure what TikTok is, but he has been so pleased and grateful,” Richards says. The experience has breathed new life into a labor of love. Now, Lloyd Richards has more than 360,000 TikTok followers and a brand-new story to tell. He has plans for the future, too.
4. What initially motivated Marguerite Richards to post about her father’s book on TikTok?
A. To help her father become an online influencer.
B. To attract a modest number of new readers for the book.
C. To introduce her father’s daily life on social media.
D. To prove that older books could outsell new releases.
5. What do we know about?Stone Maidens?when it was first published?
A. It immediately became a bestseller on Amazon.
B. It was widely promoted on social media platforms.
C. It failed to gain significant attention at the time.
D. It received negative reviews from thriller readers.
6. Why did Lloyd Richards’ book suddenly become successful years later?
A. His daughter’s TikTok video went viral unexpectedly.
B. He rewrote the book to fit modern readers’ preferences.
C. A famous celebrity recommended it on social media.
D. The original publisher relaunched a marketing campaign.
7. How did Lloyd Richards feel about what his daughter had done for him?
A. Puzzled but pleased B. Surprised and regretful
C. Unexpected and shocked D. Delighted and thankful
C
You booked the Airbnb. You stepped away from work. Maybe you even left your laptop behind. But now it’s Monday, and you’re somehow more exhausted than before. If you’ve ever returned from a “restful” weekend still tired, you weren’t imagining it. Many high-achievers try to solve burnout with surface-level breaks — only to find themselves back at square one, but with unpacked bags and a backlog of emails.
The problem isn’t your weekend. It’s what you’re carrying into it. Burnout isn’t just physical tiredness. It’s emotional exhaustion, decision fatigue (疲劳), mental overload, and a constant sense of “I should be doing more”. So if your day-to-day life feels like an endless to-do list, a weekend off — while lovely — isn’t going to change that. You’re not just tired. You’re overfunctioning. And a 48-hour break can’t undo a lifestyle that demands superhuman energy.
So what can help? Name what kind of tired you are. Not all fatigue is solved by napping. Start by identifying if you’re emotionally, socially, or mentally tired. Give yourself permission to rest imperfectly. You need recovery that meets your actual needs — even if that means staying home or canceling several plans. Build micro-rest into your week. Stop saving rest for PTO (Paid Time Off). Reset with quiet meals, five-minute walks, or letting a task go undone.
Tiny exits from busy mode add up. The real fix isn’t a better vacation — it’s a better baseline. You deserve a life that doesn’t require heroic recovery. Start by creating space for yourself daily, not just on the extra amount of time. Rest isn’t a reward — it’s a requirement for living well.
8. What is the primary function of the first paragraph?
A. To criticize the modern work culture. B. To present a common experience about rest.
C. To introduce several ways to relax on weekends. D. To describe possible problems during a journey.
9. What is suggested as an effective way to deal with fatigue?
A. Canceling all the plans for a perfect rest. B. Saving up rest time for longer paid vacations.
C. Taking short breaks during the working time. D. Planning lively weekend meals with friends.
10. What can be inferred from the underlined sentence in the last paragraph?
A. Longer vacations are better for recovery. B. The solution lies in restructuring daily life.
C. People should pursue heroic recovery. D. You could reward yourself with a better living space.
11. Which of the following would be the best title of the article?
A. What makes an energized long vacation? B. Why do your weekends fail to recharge you?
C. What leads to your physical exhaustion? D. How can we plan a perfect restful weekend?
D
An experimental cleanup device called RemoveDEBRIS has successfully cast a net around a dummy (仿真的) satellite, imitating a technique that could one day collect spaceborne garbage.
The test, which was carried out this week, is widely believed to be the first successful demonstration of space cleanup technology, experts told CNN. And it symbolizes an early step toward solving what has already been a critical issue: junk in space.
Millions of pieces of junk are turning around in orbit, the result of 50 years of space travel and few regulations to keep space clean. At orbital speeds, even a small bit of paint crashing with a satellite can cause critical damage.
Various companies have plans to send thousands of new satellites into low-Earth orbit, already the most crowded area.
The RemoveDEBRIS experiment is run by a company and researchers led by the U. K.’s Surrey Space Center and includes Airbus, Airbus-owned Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd. and France’s ArianeGroup.
Guglielmo Aglietti, the director of Surrey Space Center, said that an operational version of the RemoveDEBRlS technology would cast a net that remains fastened to the main satellite so the debris can be dragged out of orbit. It could target large pieces of junk, including dead satellites up to 10 meters long.
The RemoveDEBRIS satellite will conduct a few more experiments in the coming months, including testing navigation features that could help guide the satellite to a specific piece of debris.
Jonathan McDowell, an astrophysicist at the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, said the success of this week’s experiment was exciting, but he cautioned against “over- publicizing” it.
There are still enormous barriers to clear before operational cleanup tasks are underway, he said, and the most discouraging is figuring out how to fund such projects.
Aglietti, the Surrey professor who helped lead the RemoveDEBRIS project, said “The challenge will lie in persuading the relevant authorities to sponsor these tasks.” Aglietti said he hopes RemoveDEBRIS will conduct a few cleanup tasks per year, targeting the largest pieces of junk in the most crowded orbits.
12. What is the use of the RemoveDEBRIS satellite?
A. Demonstrating space technology.
B. Imitating a developing technique.
C. Collecting wastes existing in space.
D. Symbolizing great progress in space.
13. How does the RemoveDEBRlS satellite work?
A. By throwing a net to take the junk from orbit.
B. By fastening it to the main satellite tightly.
C. By dragging satellites up to 10 meters long.
D. By targeting large pieces of junk carefully.
14. What does the underlined word “sponsor” in the last paragraph probably mean?
A. Accomplish. B. Support. C. Oppose. D. Provide.
15. What’s the best title for the text?
A. The RemoveDEBRIS Project Is Perfect
B. How RemoveDEBRIS Is Invented in the Lab
C. Why the RemoveDEBRIS Satellite Is Invented
D. Satellite Collects Space Junk for the First Time
第二节 (共5小题;每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Having a sense of humor means having the ability to let go and not take everything so seriously, and being able to laugh at life’s absurdities (荒谬). This skill can help you interact easily with others, improve your health, and even help deal with difficult situations. ____16____ You just have to learn to see the lighter side of things. If you might find it difficult, here are some ideas.
Learn some jokes you find funny. If you want to bring some humor to social functions, learn a few basic jokes. You can look for humorous pictures and funny Internet memes (表情包) to share with others. ____17____
Practice using humor in your life. Start by using humor with trusted family and friends. Tell them your goal and ask them to be honest with you. ____18____ As you become more comfortable, expand your comfort zone by putting humor into conversations with people not so close to you.
____19____ Think about your funny friends. What kinds of jokes do they make? Spend more time with them and let their sense of humor influence you. Don’t be afraid to throw in a few funny comments.
Be careful not to offend (冒犯) people. As you develop your sense of humor, make sure you avoid jokes that are impolite to others. ____20____ Therefore, when you’re expressing humor to someone, start soft and see how the person responds to it.
A. Surround yourself with funny people.
B. Everyone has their own sense of humor.
C. True humor is genuine and reflects your personality.
D. You don’t have to be funny to have a sense of humor.
E. Continue telling jokes until they feel more natural to you.
F. Listen to them if they tell you your jokes need improvement.
G. Besides, you can also seek things going with your style of humor.
第三部分 语言知识运用(30 分)
第一节 完形填空(共15小题;每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Kamau is an experienced Uber driver. On a sunny day in Alabama he picked up AlexTisdale, who is nineteen years old for a 15-minute ____21____ to John Hawkins . Parkway in Hoover.During the journey, Alex couldn’t ____22____ his excitement and pride. His eyes ____23____ as he shared the achievements that he made recently, like winning a significant academic____24____. He talked about how his father had praised him, saying, “He said something that made me feel really special.”
After dropping Alex off and moving on to his next ____25____, Kamau noticed a red bag between the backseat cushions (靠垫). His heart ____26____ a beat when he discovered the considerable sum of money inside the bag. Without hesitation, he reported the lost ____27____ through the Uber app.
Meanwhile, at his destination, Alex ____28____ anxiously for his bag which contains his hard-earned money, the reward from his father, only to realize it was ____29____ to be found. Once he realized his bag was gone, he ____30____ the cash missing through the Uber app as well. At that point, the Uber app ____31____ connected the two once again. On receiving the information from the app, Kamau drove back to Alex’s location. Touched by Kamau’s ____32____, Alex expressed his thankfulness. He ____33____ giving Kamau a generous tip. Kamau ____34____, saying, “When you do something good, you will get more.”
In this way, Kamau formed a sincere ____35____ with his passengers like Alex Tisdale. And he got on track for a great 2024 after doing something good.
21. A. ride B. destination C. distance D. course
22. A. express B. show C. contain D. release
23. A. opened B. scanned C. shifted D. shone
24. A. degree B. award C. research D. level
25. A. pick-up B. vehicle C. garage D. passer-by
26. A. kept B. gained C. skipped D. lost
27. A. incident B. opportunity C. passenger D. item
28. A. waited B. searched C. accounted D. cared
29. A. nowhere B. somewhere C. anywhere D. everywhere
30. A. denied B. expected C. remembered D. reported
31. A. actually B. immediately C. merely D. legally
32. A. forgiveness B. recognition C. honesty D. compassion
33. A. insisted on B. burst into C. looked forward to D. was used to
34. A. interrupted B. smiled C. apologized D. rejected
35. A. impression B. betterment C. attitude D. connection
第二节 语法填空(共10小题;每小题1.5分，满分15分)
语法填空
People hold different opinions about space exploration Some people think _____36_____ (explore) space is a waste of time and money _____37_____ others feel this is a shallow view which fails to realise how exploring space is _____38_____ (help) to us.
Firstly, exploring space has already made a _____39_____ (different) in the fight against world hunger. Scientists use the data _____40_____ (collect) by satellites to provide useful recommendations and advice ____41____ farmers. Secondly, space exploration has already promoted technological improvements that are beneficial to us. _____42_____(final), sending astronauts into space has helped people to think about the world’s problems and even to find ways _____43_____(solve) them.
In _____44_____ word, the space exploration provides the world with various benefits. Therefore, it should continue so as to provide new and ______45______ (good) solutions to people’s short-term and long-term problems.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 你校英语论坛发起了“Does More Money Equal More Happiness?”这一话题讨论。请你用英语回帖，内容包括：(1) 你的观点；?(2) 说明理由。
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第二节(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
On my last first day of elementary school, I felt my heart beating fast as I stepped into the classroom. My fourth-grade report wasn’t good, and “Needs Improvement” comments made me nervous and uneasy all the time. Although I worked very hard, I failed the final exam. Almost every time the teacher asked me to answer a question, my voice shook. But the moment Mr. Harrison —or “Mr. H”, as he insisted we call him — greeted us with a smile, my nerves disappeared gradually. “Welcome to the fifth grade! Take any seat you like,” he said with a warm voice. Young and energetic, he had a way of making even the shyest students feel at ease. I chose a desk near the front due to my nearsightedness, grateful for his approachable behaviour.
Mr. H was an encouraging class and math teacher and he made learning exciting with his fun ideas and positive attitude. It did not matter whether you were the best or worst student in the class. What he did made you feel you were special. I remember the day when Mr. H announced, “Everyone, we have new students joining the class.” He was holding a cage with three tiny gerbils (沙鼠). Everyone shouted with joy. “They’re part of our family now,” he declared, and indeed, under his guidance, the classroom felt like one. Smiley faces were his trademark. He always put a smiley face on the chalkboard, homework and test papers.
When I failed my first math quiz, he drew a smiley face beside my score and wrote, “Let’s figure this out together.” After class, he pulled me aside, “You’re smarter than you think,” he said. His words carried a quiet certainty that made me sit up straight. They weren’t empty praise—they were an invitation to see myself differently. “But we need to find a way that works for you,” he continued. And he meant it.
注意：1. 续写词数应为150个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
He stayed late twice a week to help me with my math.
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By the end of the term, something unexpected happened.
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答案版
莆田第二十五中学2025-2026学年上学期第一次月考高二英语
第一部分：听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节：(共5小题;每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. When does the conversation take place?
A. On June 15th. B. On June 10th. C. On June 5th.
2. What was the man doing before the conversation?
A. Planning a vacation. B. Waking someone up. C. Sleeping.
3. What does the woman think of the suit?
A. It’s attractive. B. It’s a little big. C. It’s colorful.
4. What happened to the woman last week?
A. She lost a job. B. She had a terrible meal. C. She argued with her employee.
5. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A. Mother and son. B. Husband and wife. C.Former colleagues.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟;听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
6. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. Movies. B. Books. C. Actors.
7. Where probably are the speakers?
A. In the classroom. B. In the bookstore. C. In the cinema.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
8. To whom is the woman talking?
A. Her teacher. B. Her employer. C.Her schoolmate.
9. What will the woman’s major be?
A. Costume Design. B. Finance. C. Management.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
10. How long will the woman wait for the man at most?
A. 10 minutes. B. 30 minutes. C. 40 minutes.
11. Why does the woman have to wait?
A. The man was asleep. B. The man helped a person. C. The man had an accident.
12. How does the woman sound in the end?
A. Understanding. B. Apologetic. C. Annoyed.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
13. What sport does the woman like?
A. Golf. B. Badminton. C. Table tennis.
14. Why does the man like playing basketball?
A. To strengthen his will. B. To build up self-confidence. C. To stay fit.
15. What is the man’s wish?
A. To improve sports skills.
B. To be a great athlete.
C. To become a coach like his father.
16. What will the speakers do next?
A. Have a class. B. Do sports. C. Play tricks on others.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17. Why is Chung mentioned in the talk?
A. To emphasize that people need to respect others.
B. To tell people not to play with the phones.
C To illustrate that how hard her job is.
18. Who is Doug Fleming?
A. A cashier. B. A customer. C. An inventor.
19. What is the last lesson?
A. Smelling the roses and the dirt.
B. Practicing six degrees of gratitude.
C. Finding the hidden masterpieces.
20. Why does the speaker give the talk?
A. To show how many people have helped him.
B. To say thanks to those who have helped him.
C. To call on people to learn gratitude.
听力答案 略
第二部分：阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节：(共15小题;每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Science museums are magical places where curiosity meets discovery. The following are four of the world’s most amazing science museums that every tech enthusiast should visit!
The Exploratorium (San Francisco, USA)
Located in San Francisco, the Exploratorium is an interactive science museum where visitors can touch, play, and experiment. It features over 600 exhibits, including a giant bubble maker and a tornado simulator (模拟器). The museum encourages hands-on learning, making science fun for all ages.
Deutsches Museum (Munich, Germany)
As one of the world’s largest science and technology museums, the Deutsches Museum displays historic inventions like the first automobile and early airplanes. With exhibits ranging from astronomy (天文学) to robotics, it offers a deep dive into Germany’s engineering achievements.
Miraikan (Tokyo, Japan)
Miraikan, or the “Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation”, showcases Japan’s cutting-edge technology. Highlights include ASIMO the humanoid robot, a real-time global earthquake tracker and a giant LED globe displaying Earth’s weather patterns. It’s a perfect place to explore future technologies.
CosmoCaixa (Barcelona, Spain)
CosmoCaixa is famous for its immersive exhibits, such as a flooded Amazon rainforest and a planetarium. Visitors can walk through a recreated ecosystem or experiment with physics puzzles. The museum makes complex scientific concepts easy to understand.
1. For a historic invention enthusiast, which museum suits him/her best?
A. Deutsches Museum. B. The Exploratorium. C. Miraikan. D. CosmoCaixa.
2. What special experience does Miraikan offer to visitors?
A. A chance to operate ASIMO the humanoid robot. B. A display of real-time global earthquake activities.
C. A journey to explore technologies of future Japan. D. A collection of historical technical achievements.
3. What do all these science museums have in common?
A. They are all related to space exploration. B. They all combine technology with history.
C. They all offer engaging experiences. D. They all allow hands-on experiments.
【答案】1. A 2. B 3. C
B
When Marguerite Richards posted a TikTok video about her father’s decade-old thriller novel, she was hoping to inspire a little interest. A few dozen new readers, maybe. As the first few positive comments started rolling in, she was pleased to have done something nice for a dad who definitely deserved it.
She had no idea that, within days, millions of people would see her video, and her father’s book would rise to the top of Amazon’s Best Seller list.
Lloyd Richards first published Stone Maidens in 2012. It’s a thriller about an FBI agent following a killer in Indiana and, by his daughter’s account, it’s quite attractive. However, his original release (出版) failed to drum up excitement.
It’s a different world now, with social media making somebody and something rise to fame overnight. Richards, the daughter, decided to try her luck. “I saw how much time and effort and passion my dad put into his book. I know what a lovely storyteller he is,” she told CNN. “He never stopped writing, and he always stayed positive.”
Whether it was the interesting thriller, or the efforts of a proud daughter, the story of Lloyd Richards and Stone Maidens struck a chord.
Marguerite Richards posted the first TikTok about Stone Maidens about two weeks ago. It has since received 48 million views and numerous positive responses. After that, Richards posted more videos of her father, delighting in his unexpected success.
“My dad wasn’t really sure what TikTok is, but he has been so pleased and grateful,” Richards says. The experience has breathed new life into a labor of love. Now, Lloyd Richards has more than 360,000 TikTok followers and a brand-new story to tell. He has plans for the future, too.
4. What initially motivated Marguerite Richards to post about her father’s book on TikTok?
A. To help her father become an online influencer.
B. To attract a modest number of new readers for the book.
C. To introduce her father’s daily life on social media.
D. To prove that older books could outsell new releases.
5. What do we know about?Stone Maidens?when it was first published?
A. It immediately became a bestseller on Amazon.
B. It was widely promoted on social media platforms.
C. It failed to gain significant attention at the time.
D. It received negative reviews from thriller readers.
6. Why did Lloyd Richards’ book suddenly become successful years later?
A. His daughter’s TikTok video went viral unexpectedly.
B. He rewrote the book to fit modern readers’ preferences.
C. A famous celebrity recommended it on social media.
D. The original publisher relaunched a marketing campaign.
7. How did Lloyd Richards feel about what his daughter had done for him?
A. Puzzled but pleased B. Surprised and regretful
C. Unexpected and shocked D. Delighted and thankful
【答案】4. B 5. C 6. A 7. D
C
You booked the Airbnb. You stepped away from work. Maybe you even left your laptop behind. But now it’s Monday, and you’re somehow more exhausted than before. If you’ve ever returned from a “restful” weekend still tired, you weren’t imagining it. Many high-achievers try to solve burnout with surface-level breaks — only to find themselves back at square one, but with unpacked bags and a backlog of emails.
The problem isn’t your weekend. It’s what you’re carrying into it. Burnout isn’t just physical tiredness. It’s emotional exhaustion, decision fatigue (疲劳), mental overload, and a constant sense of “I should be doing more”. So if your day-to-day life feels like an endless to-do list, a weekend off — while lovely — isn’t going to change that. You’re not just tired. You’re overfunctioning. And a 48-hour break can’t undo a lifestyle that demands superhuman energy.
So what can help? Name what kind of tired you are. Not all fatigue is solved by napping. Start by identifying if you’re emotionally, socially, or mentally tired. Give yourself permission to rest imperfectly. You need recovery that meets your actual needs — even if that means staying home or canceling several plans. Build micro-rest into your week. Stop saving rest for PTO (Paid Time Off). Reset with quiet meals, five-minute walks, or letting a task go undone.
Tiny exits from busy mode add up. The real fix isn’t a better vacation — it’s a better baseline. You deserve a life that doesn’t require heroic recovery. Start by creating space for yourself daily, not just on the extra amount of time. Rest isn’t a reward — it’s a requirement for living well.
8. What is the primary function of the first paragraph?
A. To criticize the modern work culture. B. To present a common experience about rest.
C. To introduce several ways to relax on weekends. D. To describe possible problems during a journey.
9. What is suggested as an effective way to deal with fatigue?
A. Canceling all the plans for a perfect rest. B. Saving up rest time for longer paid vacations.
C. Taking short breaks during the working time. D. Planning lively weekend meals with friends.
10. What can be inferred from the underlined sentence in the last paragraph?
A. Longer vacations are better for recovery. B. The solution lies in restructuring daily life.
C. People should pursue heroic recovery. D. You could reward yourself with a better living space.
11. Which of the following would be the best title of the article?
A. What makes an energized long vacation? B. Why do your weekends fail to recharge you?
C. What leads to your physical exhaustion? D. How can we plan a perfect restful weekend?
【答案】8. B 9. C 10. B 11. B
D
An experimental cleanup device called RemoveDEBRIS has successfully cast a net around a dummy (仿真的) satellite, imitating a technique that could one day collect spaceborne garbage.
The test, which was carried out this week, is widely believed to be the first successful demonstration of space cleanup technology, experts told CNN. And it symbolizes an early step toward solving what has already been a critical issue: junk in space.
Millions of pieces of junk are turning around in orbit, the result of 50 years of space travel and few regulations to keep space clean. At orbital speeds, even a small bit of paint crashing with a satellite can cause critical damage.
Various companies have plans to send thousands of new satellites into low-Earth orbit, already the most crowded area.
The RemoveDEBRIS experiment is run by a company and researchers led by the U. K.’s Surrey Space Center and includes Airbus, Airbus-owned Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd. and France’s ArianeGroup.
Guglielmo Aglietti, the director of Surrey Space Center, said that an operational version of the RemoveDEBRlS technology would cast a net that remains fastened to the main satellite so the debris can be dragged out of orbit. It could target large pieces of junk, including dead satellites up to 10 meters long.
The RemoveDEBRIS satellite will conduct a few more experiments in the coming months, including testing navigation features that could help guide the satellite to a specific piece of debris.
Jonathan McDowell, an astrophysicist at the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, said the success of this week’s experiment was exciting, but he cautioned against “over- publicizing” it.
There are still enormous barriers to clear before operational cleanup tasks are underway, he said, and the most discouraging is figuring out how to fund such projects.
Aglietti, the Surrey professor who helped lead the RemoveDEBRIS project, said “The challenge will lie in persuading the relevant authorities to sponsor these tasks.” Aglietti said he hopes RemoveDEBRIS will conduct a few cleanup tasks per year, targeting the largest pieces of junk in the most crowded orbits.
12. What is the use of the RemoveDEBRIS satellite?
A. Demonstrating space technology.
B. Imitating a developing technique.
C. Collecting wastes existing in space.
D. Symbolizing great progress in space.
13. How does the RemoveDEBRlS satellite work?
A. By throwing a net to take the junk from orbit.
B. By fastening it to the main satellite tightly.
C. By dragging satellites up to 10 meters long.
D. By targeting large pieces of junk carefully.
14. What does the underlined word “sponsor” in the last paragraph probably mean?
A. Accomplish. B. Support. C. Oppose. D. Provide.
15. What’s the best title for the text?
A. The RemoveDEBRIS Project Is Perfect
B. How RemoveDEBRIS Is Invented in the Lab
C. Why the RemoveDEBRIS Satellite Is Invented
D. Satellite Collects Space Junk for the First Time
【答案】12. C 13. A 14. B 15. D
第二节 (共5小题;每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Having a sense of humor means having the ability to let go and not take everything so seriously, and being able to laugh at life’s absurdities (荒谬). This skill can help you interact easily with others, improve your health, and even help deal with difficult situations. ____16____ You just have to learn to see the lighter side of things. If you might find it difficult, here are some ideas.
Learn some jokes you find funny. If you want to bring some humor to social functions, learn a few basic jokes. You can look for humorous pictures and funny Internet memes (表情包) to share with others. ____17____
Practice using humor in your life. Start by using humor with trusted family and friends. Tell them your goal and ask them to be honest with you. ____18____ As you become more comfortable, expand your comfort zone by putting humor into conversations with people not so close to you.
____19____ Think about your funny friends. What kinds of jokes do they make? Spend more time with them and let their sense of humor influence you. Don’t be afraid to throw in a few funny comments.
Be careful not to offend (冒犯) people. As you develop your sense of humor, make sure you avoid jokes that are impolite to others. ____20____ Therefore, when you’re expressing humor to someone, start soft and see how the person responds to it.
A. Surround yourself with funny people.
B. Everyone has their own sense of humor.
C. True humor is genuine and reflects your personality.
D. You don’t have to be funny to have a sense of humor.
E. Continue telling jokes until they feel more natural to you.
F. Listen to them if they tell you your jokes need improvement.
G. Besides, you can also seek things going with your style of humor.
【答案】16. D 17. G 18. F 19. A 20. B
第三部分 语言知识运用(30 分)
第一节 完形填空(共15小题;每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Kamau is an experienced Uber driver. On a sunny day in Alabama he picked up AlexTisdale, who is nineteen years old for a 15-minute ____21____ to John Hawkins . Parkway in Hoover.During the journey, Alex couldn’t ____22____ his excitement and pride. His eyes ____23____ as he shared the achievements that he made recently, like winning a significant academic____24____. He talked about how his father had praised him, saying, “He said something that made me feel really special.”
After dropping Alex off and moving on to his next ____25____, Kamau noticed a red bag between the backseat cushions (靠垫). His heart ____26____ a beat when he discovered the considerable sum of money inside the bag. Without hesitation, he reported the lost ____27____ through the Uber app.
Meanwhile, at his destination, Alex ____28____ anxiously for his bag which contains his hard-earned money, the reward from his father, only to realize it was ____29____ to be found. Once he realized his bag was gone, he ____30____ the cash missing through the Uber app as well. At that point, the Uber app ____31____ connected the two once again. On receiving the information from the app, Kamau drove back to Alex’s location. Touched by Kamau’s ____32____, Alex expressed his thankfulness. He ____33____ giving Kamau a generous tip. Kamau ____34____, saying, “When you do something good, you will get more.”
In this way, Kamau formed a sincere ____35____ with his passengers like Alex Tisdale. And he got on track for a great 2024 after doing something good.
21. A. ride B. destination C. distance D. course
22. A. express B. show C. contain D. release
23. A. opened B. scanned C. shifted D. shone
24. A. degree B. award C. research D. level
25. A. pick-up B. vehicle C. garage D. passer-by
26. A. kept B. gained C. skipped D. lost
27. A. incident B. opportunity C. passenger D. item
28. A. waited B. searched C. accounted D. cared
29. A. nowhere B. somewhere C. anywhere D. everywhere
30. A. denied B. expected C. remembered D. reported
31. A. actually B. immediately C. merely D. legally
32. A. forgiveness B. recognition C. honesty D. compassion
33. A. insisted on B. burst into C. looked forward to D. was used to
34. A. interrupted B. smiled C. apologized D. rejected
35. A. impression B. betterment C. attitude D. connection
【答案】21. A 22. C 23. D 24. B 25. A 26. C 27. D 28. B 29. A 30. D 31. B 32. C 33. A 34. B 35. D
第二节 语法填空(共10小题;每小题1.5分，满分15分)
语法填空
People hold different opinions about space exploration Some people think _____36_____ (explore) space is a waste of time and money _____37_____ others feel this is a shallow view which fails to realise how exploring space is _____38_____ (help) to us.
Firstly, exploring space has already made a _____39_____ (different) in the fight against world hunger. Scientists use the data _____40_____ (collect) by satellites to provide useful recommendations and advice ____41____ farmers. Secondly, space exploration has already promoted technological improvements that are beneficial to us. _____42_____(final), sending astronauts into space has helped people to think about the world’s problems and even to find ways _____43_____(solve) them.
In _____44_____ word, the space exploration provides the world with various benefits. Therefore, it should continue so as to provide new and ______45______ (good) solutions to people’s short-term and long-term problems.
【答案】36. exploring
37. while 38. helpful
39. difference
40. collected
41. for 42. Finally
43. to solve
44. a 45. better
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
46. 你校英语论坛发起了“Does More Money Equal More Happiness?”这一话题讨论。请你用英语回帖，内容包括：(1) 你的观点；?(2) 说明理由。
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【答案】 I don’t believe more money necessarily means more happiness. While money can meet basic needs and provide comfort, true happiness comes from non-material sources.
First, relationships and love bring deeper joy that money cannot buy. A warm family or sincere friendship often makes us happier than wealth alone. Moreover, pursuing passions and helping others create lasting fulfillment. For example, volunteering or enjoying hobbies fills life with meaning beyond material gains.
However, lacking basic money causes stress, showing that some money is necessary — but endless wealth isn’t the key to happiness.
第二节(满分25分)
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
On my last first day of elementary school, I felt my heart beating fast as I stepped into the classroom. My fourth-grade report wasn’t good, and “Needs Improvement” comments made me nervous and uneasy all the time. Although I worked very hard, I failed the final exam. Almost every time the teacher asked me to answer a question, my voice shook. But the moment Mr. Harrison —or “Mr. H”, as he insisted we call him — greeted us with a smile, my nerves disappeared gradually. “Welcome to the fifth grade! Take any seat you like,” he said with a warm voice. Young and energetic, he had a way of making even the shyest students feel at ease. I chose a desk near the front due to my nearsightedness, grateful for his approachable behaviour.
Mr. H was an encouraging class and math teacher and he made learning exciting with his fun ideas and positive attitude. It did not matter whether you were the best or worst student in the class. What he did made you feel you were special. I remember the day when Mr. H announced, “Everyone, we have new students joining the class.” He was holding a cage with three tiny gerbils (沙鼠). Everyone shouted with joy. “They’re part of our family now,” he declared, and indeed, under his guidance, the classroom felt like one. Smiley faces were his trademark. He always put a smiley face on the chalkboard, homework and test papers.
When I failed my first math quiz, he drew a smiley face beside my score and wrote, “Let’s figure this out together.” After class, he pulled me aside, “You’re smarter than you think,” he said. His words carried a quiet certainty that made me sit up straight. They weren’t empty praise—they were an invitation to see myself differently. “But we need to find a way that works for you,” he continued. And he meant it.
注意：1. 续写词数应为150个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
He stayed late twice a week to help me with my math.
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By the end of the term, something unexpected happened.
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【答案】One possible version:
He stayed late twice a week to help me with my math. Every Tuesday and Thursday after school our empty classroom became a laboratory of learning where mistakes weren’t failures, but clues to solving the puzzles. He broke down maths problems into stories. His creative teaching way and encouraging words made me realize I wasn’t bad at school and that I just needed a guiding way. Slowly, my Ds became Cs, and then Bs. But more than grades, the way he celebrated tiny victories — smiley faces on my homework — gave me confidence.
By the end of the term, something unexpected happened. I raised my hand in class without hesitation for the first time. When Mr. H asked me to answer a question, my voice didn’t shake. During a terrifying test, I got an A+. I realized I’d stopped checking for “Needs Improvement” comments — not because they’d disappeared, but because I finally saw my own potential under the guidance of Mr. H. I was so grateful to Mr. H, whose cheerful, positive and smiley faces could really make a difference in other people’s lives.

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