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七校联盟2025-2026学年第一学期第一次联考
高三英语
2025.10.16
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (共5小题; 每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1.Why does John talk to Nancy
A. To ask a favor. B. To learn about her grade. C. To recommend a lecturer to her.
2. When did the train leave
A. At 10:30. B. At 10:00. C. At 10:45.
3. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Doctor and patient. B. Family members. C. Colleagues.
4. What does the woman think of the ending of the book
A. Confusing. B. Surprising. C. Disappointing.
5. What are the speakers talking about
A. A famous director. B. A job opportunity. C. A handsome actor.
第二节
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟; 听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
6. What should be corrected in the posters
A. The time. B. The participants. C. The admission fee.
7. What will the woman probably do next
A. Change the posters. B. Purchase some items. C. Make payment.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
8. What is wrong with the man
A. He has an allergy to dust. B. He suffered from flu. C. He feels cold.
9. What does the woman ask the man to do
A. Put on his mask. B. Leave at once. C. Receive treatment.
10. What are the speakers probably doing
A. Cleaning the storeroom. B. Completing a report. C. Searching for information.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
11. Where does the conversation take place
A. In a club. B. In a studio. C. At a bus station.
12. What is unavailable on the buses
A. Cooking equipment. B. Cold drinks. C. Music.
13. What do guests need to do in the usual parties
A. Wear particular clothes. B. Spend all the time on the bus. C. Buy VIP club tickets themselves.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
14. What did Charlie Watson do
A. He earned a billion dollars. B. He set up a soccer club. C. He created a website.
15. Why does Anna Philipova impress the woman
A. She put out a fire by herself.
B. She saved her family from a fire.
C. She climbed the highest mountain in the Andes.
16. How did Malik Monroe raise money
A. By arranging music performances.
B. By working in hospitals.
C. By teaching in schools.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17. What is the first news mainly about
A. A baseball team. B. A world record. C. A basketball match.
18. Where did the earthquake occur this morning
A. In Ohio. B. In New York. C. In New Hampshire.
19. What happened in the car accident
A. Three people were seriously hurt.
B. Two cars were involved.
C. One person was basically fine.
20. Why is the Concord School District raising money
A. To help with local dog rescues.
B. To restart their art and music courses.
C. To build their sports teams.
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
Last August, city officials interviewed about 500 residents to find out people’s attitudes to protecting the environment and what actions they had taken. Here are the results:
As the diagram showed, the percentage of those who felt that they needed to help protect the environment is as high as 96%. Very few (4%) felt it was not necessary to help protect the necessary. More than half of those who took part in the survey had done four of the five activities in the past month. Around 90% had tried to recycle waste such as glass, metal and paper, and more than two thirds (70%) had tried to cut back on the use of disposable packaging, such as plastic honey bottles, and butter and yogurt containers. Also, the majority of residents had cycled or walked.
Unfortunately, not as many who took part had taken action to save water and energy in their homes. Just under 40% (38%) tried to save water when they were washing dishes or taking showers. Just over half (51%) tried to save energy by reducing the use of air conditioning or turning off lights.
To sum up, it seems that almost all who took part understood the need to help take care of the environment. Most of them tried to recycle waste, ride bikes or walk, and reduce the use of disposable packaging. However, not as many were saving water and energy. This indicates that the residents needed to pay more attention to these two activities.
21. The residents interviewed in the survey were ________ .
A. 15 years of age and older B. from the countryside
C. important city officials D. less than 15 years old
22. What percentage of residents tried to reduce the use of air conditioning or light
A. 38%. B. 51%.
C. 70%. D. 90%.
23. What is the main recommendation implied by the author in the conclusion
A. The survey should be repeated with more participants.
B. Recycling programs should be expanded further.
C. More effort should be focused on conserving water and energy at home.
D. Walking and cycling infrastructure needs immediate improvement.
B
For twenty years, the internet has been my second home while communicating science. Recently, I came across an image: a crying Earth surrounded by fallen trees, declaring, “No intelligent species would destroy their own home.” This image troubled me deeply. I refuse to let my eight-year-old son believe humans are stupid or evil — because it’s obviously untrue. But I often find myself quite lonely. I’m wondering if, perhaps, there are other folks out there who feel the same as I do.
We didn’t cause climate change through being stupid, but through being extremely smart. Our ancestors burned coal to solve urgent problems: growing more food, heating and lighting homes. We want to provide a good life for ourselves and our children. The results have been astonishing. In the U.S. in 1895 one quarter of people died before age five. Today it’s under 1 percent, and we will keep pushing until it hits zero. Imagine the essays Ben Franklin or Mark Twain would write about this level of advancement. How would they keep tears from their eyes if they saw what we’ve achieved
So much of that achievement has been based on the fossil fuels we’ve burned to generate it, whether coal, natural gas or oil. We’ve learned that this harms both the environment and people, and to our credit we aren’t always bad at addressing this. It was not long ago that London cleaned its smoke-blackened air. When rain becomes acidic, the world changes its policies. When harms are done locally, we tend to be pretty good at cleaning things up. Here’s where I feel hope: we have already done this, and we know it is possible.
I don’t want my son growing up thinking that his species is in some way evil. I want him thinking humans are problem solvers, and whatever strategies we take to fix global warming will create more new problems, too. This is a pretty normal story for intelligent species.
24. How did the author feel seeing the picture online
A. Ashamed. B. Disturbed. C. Frightened. D. Confused.
25. According to the author, what is the primary reason behind climate change
A. Human evil nature and short-sightedness. B. A lack of advanced technology in the past.
C. The pursuit of a better life using intelligence. D. The rapid growth of the global population.
26. What gives the author hope in addressing environmental problems
A. The complete replacement of fossil fuels.
B. The declining global birth rate.
C. The development of problem-free strategies.
D. Humanity’s proven ability to solve local environmental issues.
27. What is the core message about humanity that the author intends to pass on to his son
A. The essence of humanity is problem-solving, not destruction.
B. Human intellect is the fundamental cause of its environmental issues.
C. Environmental damage has permanently overshadowed our technological gains.
D. A sustainable future requires a complete break from fossil fuels.
C
In 1785, English philosopher Jeremy Bentham designed a perfect castle where rooms circle a tower, from which an unseen guard can observe any people at will. People have to assume they’re constantly observed and behave accordingly. The secret of the castle control: the people have internalized the surveillance (监控) mechanism themselves. Bentham’s design feels so relevant in our digital age of algorithms (算法) and social media, when we frequently feel watched, with no way to escape.
How being watched affects us is the first topic that has been studied in psychology. Decades of studies have shown that we behave differently when we are watched. On a conscious level, we become more prosocial, meaning we’re more likely to give and less likely to cheat or litter. Even theft or littering could be reduced merely by posting pictures of eyes. Seymour, a psychologist from the University of Technology Sydney, puts this down to our concern with reputation and social consequences. This led to the idea that surveillance could be used for social good, echoing Bentham’s methods.
Being watched also affects cognitive (认知) functions, but negatively. One study found that participants performed worse on a working memory task with people looking at them — a direct gaze grabs participants’ attention and distracts them from a given task. A series of experiments have demonstrated that bringing more surveillance into workplaces or educational settings — usually an attempt to boost productivity — could actually be counterproductive.
Surveillance profoundly impacts our brain’s unconscious processing. Seymour says it makes our social thinking and survival instincts work too hard. This makes us worry about everyone’s mental health. Always being watched makes us more aware of people around us, keeping us on edge and ready to act. “We didn’t have as much surveillance and social connection 50 years ago, so it’s a new societal context we’re adapting to. We need to find ways to balance the benefits of connectivity with the drawbacks of constant surveillance,” Seymour remarks.
28. Why does the author mention the castle in the first paragraph
A. To express his respect to Bentham. B. To explain a concept of psychology.
C. To illustrate its working mechanism. D. To present a picture of surveillance.
29. What urges people to become more prosocial
A. Their desire to keep a good image. B. Their trust from the family.
C. Their attachment to the community. D. Their concern with education.
30. The word “counterproductive” in paragraph 3 most likely means ________.
A. highly efficient B. producing the opposite of the desired result
C. difficult to implement D. increasing in popularity
31. What does Seymour suggest about the society full of surveillance
A. Cut interactions to ease stress. B. Boost surveillance for connections.
C. Weigh connectivity against surveillance. D. Ignore the impact of surveillance.
D
The centuries-old practice of spreading crushed limestone (石灰石) on farmland can improve crop yields (产量) by making soil less acidic. This custom is typically considered a source of greenhouse gas emissions, but new findings suggest “liming” may actually help remove large amounts of CO2 from the atmosphere.
“Liming can be a carbon source or sink. Practical tests suggest this is a pretty efficient carbon sink,” says Noah Planavsky at Yale University. This could offer new motivation to spread more limestone on the world’s farms — but liming won’t have this effect everywhere.
Currently, most crushed limestone spread on fields is counted as an emission source because its carbon is released as CO2 when it dissolves (溶解) in acidic soil. However, Tim Jesper Suhrhoff, also at Yale, argues this accounting is incomplete. Soils are very acidic due to fertiliser use and fossil-fuel pollution, and other alkaline (碱性的) minerals in soil will release carbon even without limestone. He says added acidity, not liming, is to blame for emissions.
To accurately assess liming’s emissions, researchers should compare CO2 release and uptake with and without liming. Suhrhoff, Planavsky and colleagues studied the Mississippi river basin, calculating the net carbon effect of liming between 1900 and 2015. They used geochemical models and data on soil-acidity changes from fertiliser and liming, and compared results with Mississippi alkalinity measurements. Their new approach showed liming in this region removed about 300 to 400 million tonnes of CO2 instead of generating emissions.
Planavsky says liming could be paired with spreading crushed volcanic rocks on farms to remove more CO2. Wolfram Buss at the Australian National University warns that what worked in the Mississippi may not work everywhere, as liming can be a net CO2 source in some systems.
The next step is to identify regions needing liming most. Planavsky says, “It could promote practices aiding crop yields and removing billions of tonnes of CO2, helping low-income farmers who can’t afford optimal liming.”
32. Traditionally, liming is seen as an emission source because people believe______.
A. it reduces the soil’s ability to absorb carbon from the air
B. it increases the acidity of the soil when applied
C. a chemical reaction releases carbon stored in the limestone
D. the process of crushing the limestone consumes much energy
33. What is a key point of Tim Jesper Suhrhoff’s argument regarding liming emissions
A Liming’s emission impact calls for a critical review of its widespread use.
B. Geochemical models are unreliable for measuring emissions.
C. Fertilizer use is a primary driver behind the carbon release from soil.
D. The current method overestimates liming’s role in CO2 release.
34. What is the main purpose of the passage
A. To explain the historical use of limestone in agriculture.
B. To address the environmental challenges in agriculture by re-evaluating a traditional practice.
C. To compare different methods of increasing crop yields worldwide.
D. To present a new perspective on liming’s potential role in carbon removal.
35. What does Noah Planavsky’s statement suggest about his view on promoting liming practices
A. It should be primarily funded by high-income countries due to its high cost.
B. Its potential benefits are significant but require targeted implementation.
C. It is a ready-made solution that can be applied universally for rapid results.
D. Its value for carbon removal outweighs its original agricultural purpose.
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。
In our modern world, we face a puzzling situation: technology connects us more than ever, yet many people feel increasingly disconnected from others. Changes in how we live and work — such as the rise of working from home and the popularity of food delivery apps — have reduced our chances for unplanned, real-life social meetings. ___36___ We can see this clearly in companies that provide streaming and delivery services, whose success actually relies on people staying apart and choosing digital instead of face-to-face contact.
This situation is very different from social life in the recent past. ___37___ These photos show more than just old fashions or cars; they reveal a culture where people naturally started conversations and connected with strangers in shared spaces like cafes, buses, and parks. ___38___ This curiosity led me to start a personal project: I would try to start real conversations with people around me — in shops, in my neighborhood, anywhere I went — to see if this kind of connection was still possible today.
___39___ I remember walking into a local bakery, attracted by the wonderful smell of fresh bread. I chose what seemed like a simple question to start a conversation, but the baker’s response — though polite — was clearly designed to end our talk quickly. His body language and short answers sent a clear message: he was not interested in continuing the interaction.
I didn’t give up, though. My efforts finally succeeded when I met Graham, a neighbor I often saw smoking outside his apartment. Our chat started with simple greetings, but when I mentioned I was a writer, he thought for a moment and shared a surprisingly thoughtful idea about the power of language. ___40___ That single meaningful exchange became the foundation for a real connection between us, proving that even in today’s fast-paced world, patient and repeated efforts can still build genuine human relationships.
A. My first attempt to break through this social distance was both educational and disappointing.
B. This meaningful connection immediately created a bridge between us.
C. To understand this change, we can look at photographs of city life from the 1990s or early 2000s.
D. Some modern businesses are directly responsible for this loss.
E. I began to wonder if this forgotten art of casual conversation could be revived in our modern society.
F. What better evidence do we need to prove that people still deeply desire real connection
G. Why has this fundamental human need for connection become so difficult to fulfill in our time
第三部分 语言运用 (共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (共15小题: 每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
The morning promised adventure, the air fresh and clear. A gentle breeze whispered through the leaves, setting them dancing ___41___. My father, a seasoned fisherman, began my lesson with the ___42___ of the craft. His steady presence was reassuring, yet a thread of ___43___ wove its way through my excitement.
A thrill shot through me as my line sliced into the water. ___44___, this initial enthusiasm soon thinned, replaced by a creeping impatience. Minutes ____45____ by as I watched the motionless float for any ___46___ of movement beneath. Noticing my restlessness, my father offered quiet words of wisdom.
His advice ___47___ a chord deep within me. I began to truly notice my surroundings: the rhythmic lap of water, and the sudden ___48___ of a fish breaking the surface. Just as my hope began to waver, I felt a decisive ___49___ on my line. My heart ___50___ with a wild, sudden energy as I set the hook. The fish ___51___ with surprising power, its silvery body twisting in a desperate bid for freedom.
Lifting the smallmouth fish from the water filled me with pure ___52___. It was a ___53___ catch, yet a great achievement to me. Its scales (鳞片) shimmered, and its eyes seemed to ___54___ the mixture of triumph and awe I felt.
I knelt and gently released it back into the water. A deep sense of accomplishment washed over me, coupled with a genuine ___55___ for the life that had shared this struggle with me.
41. A. wildly B. playfully C. coldly D. gently
42. A. traditions B. secrets C. basics D. patterns
43. A. hope B. surprise C. anxiety D. bravery
44. A. Therefore B. However C. Moreover D. Otherwise
45. A. dragged B. flew C. slid D. disappeared
46. A. value B. mark C. freedom D. sign
47. A. arrived B. left C. went D. struck
48. A. emerging B. diving C. swinging D. hiding
49. A. push B. pull C. break D. knock
50. A. sank B. recovered C. raced D. froze
51. A. opposed B. jumped C. struggled D. breathed
52 A. sympathy B. eagerness C. joy D. luck
53. A. humble B. risky C. strange D. huge
54. A. pale B. mirror C. prove D. cover
55. A. shame B. concern C. respect D. pity
第二节 (共10小题; 每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
“My China Album,” a book celebrating the profound people-to-people bonds between the US and China, is set ____56____ release in June. The book’s message about the importance of personal connections in international relations _____57_____ (receive) wide recognition in both countries.
Originating from a project _____58_____ (initiate) in 2018, the book compiles stories of friendship and understanding from Americans ____59____ experiences in China span decades. These narratives, drawn from long-term residents, scholars, and ____60____(profession), provide unique insights into cross-cultural exchange.
____61____ (cover) over 200 pages, the volume is divided into five sections that trace the evolution of US-China ____62____(engage) since diplomatic relations began in 1979. The forty-one stories featured, each ___63___ (present) a distinctive perspective, collectively paint a rich picture of mutual understanding.
As the sixth ____64____ (edit) in an ongoing series, this volume focuses on “My China Footprints” - Americans’ personal experiences in China. It includes five short videos shared on social media platforms, offering glimpses into contemporary Chinese society and innovation.
Publisher Qu Yingpu stated that these stories not only promote international goodwill but also encourage reflection on ___65___ we share a common past. More importantly, he emphasized, they inspire people to imagine a future where cultural exchanges continue deepening understanding between nations. The book represents a significant contribution to building mutual understanding through personal stories.
第四部分 写作(共两节, 满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
66. 假设你是李华，你的美国笔友 Peter 即将作为交换生来你校学习，他担心难以适应新的学习环境并跟上课程。请你给他写一封邮件，内容包括：
(1)表示理解;
(2)你的建议。
注意：
(1)写作词数应为80个左右;
(2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Peter,
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
67. 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。
In the baking heat, I watched the elderly woman struggle with a walker, loaded with bags of groceries. I was driving north, and she was walking south. I’d seen her before, each time feeling guilty I didn’t offer her a lift. Today, the guilt won. I turned back, pulled over, and offered her a ride.
The woman looked weary, sweat pouring down her face. I placed her walker and bags into my trunk, helped her inside, and drove off. “Bless you, child,” she murmured. She directed me to go farther south.
Passing under a bridge, she asked me to pull over. She rolled down her window and called out to several homeless people, “Come by later! Spaghetti night!” She waved and smiled, her smile erasing ten years off her face. We continued south, chatting easily. Her name was Ida. She worked as a bagger at the nearby grocery store and often missed the last bus because of working overtime.
Suddenly, I realised we were on the “wrong side of town”. It was starting to get dark, and I began to feel uneasy. We continued down unfamiliar streets finally to an old apartment building. Several young men had gathered around the entrance, looking threatening. Some were on motorcycles, and one, wearing a hoodie (连帽衫) over his bushy, long hair, was staring at me. My discomfort grew, but Ida seemed fine. She directed a couple of the guys to help with her groceries. She thanked me, and I drove away as fast as I could.
Suddenly, the roar of a motorcycle sounded behind me. It was that hoodie guy! He didn’t overtake; he just kept pace, waving for me to stop. No way was I going to stop for a stranger on a deserted street. In a panic, I reached down for my purse to get my cell phone to call 911. I felt an empty seat. My purse wasn’t there! “She stole my purse!” I may have used stronger language. So much for acts of kindness, I thought.
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。
Meanwhile, the guy stayed close to me, continually signaling for me to stop.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Speechless, I handed him his grandma’s purse, and then he took off.
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七校联盟2025-2026学年第一学期第一次联考
高三英语
2025.10.16
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (共5小题; 每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1.Why does John talk to Nancy
A. To ask a favor. B. To learn about her grade. C. To recommend a lecturer to her.
【答案】A
【原文】M: Have you finished the history essay, Nancy I have a few questions on it. I can only solve them with reference to others.
W: I’ve done it under the guidance of the lecturer. Feel free to ask, John. I’ll tell you everything I know.
2. When did the train leave
A. At 10:30. B. At 10:00. C. At 10:45.
【答案】C
【原文】M: Did you manage to reach the station in time to catch the 10:30 train
W: Yes! In fact, I was there 30 minutes early, only to find out that the train would depart 15 minutes later than the usual time.
3. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Doctor and patient. B. Family members. C. Colleagues.
【答案】C
【原文】M: What’s the matter with you, Mary You look a bit pale.
W: I’m afraid I’ve got a terrible cold.
M: If I were you, I’d go to see the doctor. And you’d better stay in bed today instead of coming here to work.
4. What does the woman think of the ending of the book
A. Confusing. B. Surprising. C. Disappointing.
【答案】B
【原文】W: Hi, Mark. I finally finished reading that book you recommended. It was amazing!
M: I’m glad you liked it! What did you think about the ending
W: Oh it was so unexpected! I didn’t see that plot twist coming at all. It kept me on the edge of my seat.
5. What are the speakers talking about
A. A famous director. B. A job opportunity. C. A handsome actor.
【答案】B
【原文】W: Dan, how did the audition go Did you get the part
M: No. They told me I was perfect for the role.
W: Well then, what happened
M: I guess the director had a change of heart. He felt that George Clow is more handsome and talented than I am.
第二节
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟; 听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
6. What should be corrected in the posters
A. The time. B. The participants. C. The admission fee.
7. What will the woman probably do next
A. Change the posters. B. Purchase some items. C. Make payment.
【答案】6. C 7. B
【原文】W: Hi, I’m here to pick up the posters for the Willard County Airshow. Are they ready yet
M: Yes, we just finished printing them. Here you are. That’ll be 50, please.
W: Hold on a moment. Oh, there’s a mistake. Kids should get into the event for free.
M: Oh, dear! I’ll take care of that straight away. Would you mind coming back in a couple of hours
W: That’s okay. I have some other supplies to buy for the event anyway. Shall I just pay when I come back then
M: No problem, and I’m sorry for the inconvenience.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
8. What is wrong with the man
A. He has an allergy to dust. B. He suffered from flu. C. He feels cold.
9. What does the woman ask the man to do
A. Put on his mask. B. Leave at once. C. Receive treatment.
10. What are the speakers probably doing
A. Cleaning the storeroom. B. Completing a report. C. Searching for information.
【答案】8. A 9. A 10. C
【原文】W: Is everything all right, Justin All of a sudden, you started sneezing so much. Should I close the window
M: No, nothing to do with the coldness. It’s just the dust that makes me feel sick.
W: Oh no. I wouldn’t have asked you to come along then.
M: It’s all right, Leena. I have a quick solution.
W: What is it Do you want to leave this place
M: We don’t need to. My doctor has told me to keep a mask with me whenever I’m outside for safety.
W: Oh, I see. Now you’d better follow the doctor’s orders.
M: OK, let’s finish the work for what we came here in this dusty storeroom.
W: Yes, I totally forgot about the old newspapers. I need to go through them to complete my report.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
11. Where does the conversation take place
A. In a club. B. In a studio. C. At a bus station.
12. What is unavailable on the buses
A. Cooking equipment. B. Cold drinks. C. Music.
13. What do guests need to do in the usual parties
A. Wear particular clothes. B. Spend all the time on the bus. C. Buy VIP club tickets themselves.
【答案】11. B 12. A 13. A
【原文】W: On today’s show, we have Dennis Dean, owner of Double the Fun Bus Parties. Welcome, Dennis. Can you tell us what Double the Fun does
M: It is a party bus service. All buses have cold drinks and music. What we don’t have is cooking equipment, however. There is also a bus host, to make sure all guests get back on the bus after each stop.
W: So guests don’t spend the whole evening on the bus
M: No. We take them to different clubs during the evening. At each club, we book special VIP tickets for each guest.
W: Anything else our listeners should know about the parties
M: All guests must be smartly dressed for the usual parties. No jeans or sports shoes. The only exception would be if you want to have a fancy-dress party. And we need to know your booking time if you are planning a fancy-dress party.
W: Sounds great! Thanks, Dennis.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
14. What did Charlie Watson do
A. He earned a billion dollars. B. He set up a soccer club. C. He created a website.
15. Why does Anna Philipova impress the woman
A. She put out a fire by herself.
B. She saved her family from a fire.
C. She climbed the highest mountain in the Andes.
16. How did Malik Monroe raise money
A. By arranging music performances.
B. By working in hospitals.
C. By teaching in schools.
【答案】14. C 15. B 16. A
【原文】M: What’s that website
W: People send in the names of teenagers who have done something great. Everyone votes, and the teenager with the most votes wins.
M: Who’s that boy in the photo
W: He’s a teenager named Charlie Watson. He has his own soccer website. He designed it himself and did all the work. He’s only 17, and he already has a million dollars. There’s also a boy named Felipe Flores. He climbed the highest mountain in the Andes.
M: So, who are you going to vote for
W: I’m not sure. There are the other two I really like. One is a girl named Anna Philipova. She’s 13 years old. There was a terrible fire in her home, and she walked right into the burning building to rescue her two little brothers. She got them both out alive, but her hand was badly burned.
M: Wow! She did something really moving. And who is the other
W: The other’s a 16-year-old boy named Malik Monroe. He gave three million dollars to hospitals and schools in Africa last year.
M: How did he get the money
W: He organized big concerts in schools all over the USA. Then he donated all the money he got from the concerts.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17. What is the first news mainly about
A. A baseball team. B. A world record. C. A basketball match.
18. Where did the earthquake occur this morning
A. In Ohio. B. In New York. C. In New Hampshire.
19. What happened in the car accident
A. Three people were seriously hurt.
B. Two cars were involved.
C. One person was basically fine.
20. Why is the Concord School District raising money
A. To help with local dog rescues.
B. To restart their art and music courses.
C. To build their sports teams.
【答案】17. C 18. B 19. C 20. B
【原文】W: Good evening, folks. It’s Mary here with the 7:00 News Report. In sports news today, the New Hampshire State women’s basketball team won their sixth straight game on Saturday over the University of Ohio. This gives New Hampshire State a chance of attending the championships later this year. There was a big lightning storm in Hampton earlier this week. Many residents have been without power since Monday. A small earthquake hit the New York area this morning, but luckily, there have been no reports of any injuries. This afternoon, a three-car accident was reported on Highway 10. Two people were rushed to the hospital in an emergency. According to a source at the scene, only one person was able to walk away from the crash. In happier news, a dog and her nine puppies were rescued from a pipe in Dover yesterday. They are all alive and well. If you would like to adopt one of the puppies, call the Dover Humane Society at the number listed on the screen. The Concord School District is raising money to start their art and music classes again. If you would like to donate, we will get the information to you shortly.
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
Last August, city officials interviewed about 500 residents to find out people’s attitudes to protecting the environment and what actions they had taken. Here are the results:
As the diagram showed, the percentage of those who felt that they needed to help protect the environment is as high as 96%. Very few (4%) felt it was not necessary to help protect the necessary. More than half of those who took part in the survey had done four of the five activities in the past month. Around 90% had tried to recycle waste such as glass, metal and paper, and more than two thirds (70%) had tried to cut back on the use of disposable packaging, such as plastic honey bottles, and butter and yogurt containers. Also, the majority of residents had cycled or walked.
Unfortunately, not as many who took part had taken action to save water and energy in their homes. Just under 40% (38%) tried to save water when they were washing dishes or taking showers. Just over half (51%) tried to save energy by reducing the use of air conditioning or turning off lights.
To sum up, it seems that almost all who took part understood the need to help take care of the environment. Most of them tried to recycle waste, ride bikes or walk, and reduce the use of disposable packaging. However, not as many were saving water and energy. This indicates that the residents needed to pay more attention to these two activities.
21. The residents interviewed in the survey were ________ .
A. 15 years of age and older B. from the countryside
C. important city officials D. less than 15 years old
22. What percentage of residents tried to reduce the use of air conditioning or light
A. 38%. B. 51%.
C. 70%. D. 90%.
23. What is the main recommendation implied by the author in the conclusion
A. The survey should be repeated with more participants.
B. Recycling programs should be expanded further.
C. More effort should be focused on conserving water and energy at home.
D. Walking and cycling infrastructure needs immediate improvement.
【答案】21. A 22. B 23. C
B
For twenty years, the internet has been my second home while communicating science. Recently, I came across an image: a crying Earth surrounded by fallen trees, declaring, “No intelligent species would destroy their own home.” This image troubled me deeply. I refuse to let my eight-year-old son believe humans are stupid or evil — because it’s obviously untrue. But I often find myself quite lonely. I’m wondering if, perhaps, there are other folks out there who feel the same as I do.
We didn’t cause climate change through being stupid, but through being extremely smart. Our ancestors burned coal to solve urgent problems: growing more food, heating and lighting homes. We want to provide a good life for ourselves and our children. The results have been astonishing. In the U.S. in 1895 one quarter of people died before age five. Today it’s under 1 percent, and we will keep pushing until it hits zero. Imagine the essays Ben Franklin or Mark Twain would write about this level of advancement. How would they keep tears from their eyes if they saw what we’ve achieved
So much of that achievement has been based on the fossil fuels we’ve burned to generate it, whether coal, natural gas or oil. We’ve learned that this harms both the environment and people, and to our credit we aren’t always bad at addressing this. It was not long ago that London cleaned its smoke-blackened air. When rain becomes acidic, the world changes its policies. When harms are done locally, we tend to be pretty good at cleaning things up. Here’s where I feel hope: we have already done this, and we know it is possible.
I don’t want my son growing up thinking that his species is in some way evil. I want him thinking humans are problem solvers, and whatever strategies we take to fix global warming will create more new problems, too. This is a pretty normal story for intelligent species.
24. How did the author feel seeing the picture online
A. Ashamed. B. Disturbed. C. Frightened. D. Confused.
25. According to the author, what is the primary reason behind climate change
A. Human evil nature and short-sightedness. B. A lack of advanced technology in the past.
C. The pursuit of a better life using intelligence. D. The rapid growth of the global population.
26. What gives the author hope in addressing environmental problems
A. The complete replacement of fossil fuels.
B. The declining global birth rate.
C. The development of problem-free strategies.
D. Humanity’s proven ability to solve local environmental issues.
27. What is the core message about humanity that the author intends to pass on to his son
A. The essence of humanity is problem-solving, not destruction.
B. Human intellect is the fundamental cause of its environmental issues.
C. Environmental damage has permanently overshadowed our technological gains.
D. A sustainable future requires a complete break from fossil fuels.
【答案】24. B 25. C 26. D 27. A
C
In 1785, English philosopher Jeremy Bentham designed a perfect castle where rooms circle a tower, from which an unseen guard can observe any people at will. People have to assume they’re constantly observed and behave accordingly. The secret of the castle control: the people have internalized the surveillance (监控) mechanism themselves. Bentham’s design feels so relevant in our digital age of algorithms (算法) and social media, when we frequently feel watched, with no way to escape.
How being watched affects us is the first topic that has been studied in psychology. Decades of studies have shown that we behave differently when we are watched. On a conscious level, we become more prosocial, meaning we’re more likely to give and less likely to cheat or litter. Even theft or littering could be reduced merely by posting pictures of eyes. Seymour, a psychologist from the University of Technology Sydney, puts this down to our concern with reputation and social consequences. This led to the idea that surveillance could be used for social good, echoing Bentham’s methods.
Being watched also affects cognitive (认知) functions, but negatively. One study found that participants performed worse on a working memory task with people looking at them — a direct gaze grabs participants’ attention and distracts them from a given task. A series of experiments have demonstrated that bringing more surveillance into workplaces or educational settings — usually an attempt to boost productivity — could actually be counterproductive.
Surveillance profoundly impacts our brain’s unconscious processing. Seymour says it makes our social thinking and survival instincts work too hard. This makes us worry about everyone’s mental health. Always being watched makes us more aware of people around us, keeping us on edge and ready to act. “We didn’t have as much surveillance and social connection 50 years ago, so it’s a new societal context we’re adapting to. We need to find ways to balance the benefits of connectivity with the drawbacks of constant surveillance,” Seymour remarks.
28. Why does the author mention the castle in the first paragraph
A. To express his respect to Bentham. B. To explain a concept of psychology.
C. To illustrate its working mechanism. D. To present a picture of surveillance.
29. What urges people to become more prosocial
A. Their desire to keep a good image. B. Their trust from the family.
C. Their attachment to the community. D. Their concern with education.
30. The word “counterproductive” in paragraph 3 most likely means ________.
A. highly efficient B. producing the opposite of the desired result
C. difficult to implement D. increasing in popularity
31. What does Seymour suggest about the society full of surveillance
A. Cut interactions to ease stress. B. Boost surveillance for connections.
C. Weigh connectivity against surveillance. D. Ignore the impact of surveillance.
【答案】28. B 29. A 30. B 31. C
D
The centuries-old practice of spreading crushed limestone (石灰石) on farmland can improve crop yields (产量) by making soil less acidic. This custom is typically considered a source of greenhouse gas emissions, but new findings suggest “liming” may actually help remove large amounts of CO2 from the atmosphere.
“Liming can be a carbon source or sink. Practical tests suggest this is a pretty efficient carbon sink,” says Noah Planavsky at Yale University. This could offer new motivation to spread more limestone on the world’s farms — but liming won’t have this effect everywhere.
Currently, most crushed limestone spread on fields is counted as an emission source because its carbon is released as CO2 when it dissolves (溶解) in acidic soil. However, Tim Jesper Suhrhoff, also at Yale, argues this accounting is incomplete. Soils are very acidic due to fertiliser use and fossil-fuel pollution, and other alkaline (碱性的) minerals in soil will release carbon even without limestone. He says added acidity, not liming, is to blame for emissions.
To accurately assess liming’s emissions, researchers should compare CO2 release and uptake with and without liming. Suhrhoff, Planavsky and colleagues studied the Mississippi river basin, calculating the net carbon effect of liming between 1900 and 2015. They used geochemical models and data on soil-acidity changes from fertiliser and liming, and compared results with Mississippi alkalinity measurements. Their new approach showed liming in this region removed about 300 to 400 million tonnes of CO2 instead of generating emissions.
Planavsky says liming could be paired with spreading crushed volcanic rocks on farms to remove more CO2. Wolfram Buss at the Australian National University warns that what worked in the Mississippi may not work everywhere, as liming can be a net CO2 source in some systems.
The next step is to identify regions needing liming most. Planavsky says, “It could promote practices aiding crop yields and removing billions of tonnes of CO2, helping low-income farmers who can’t afford optimal liming.”
32. Traditionally, liming is seen as an emission source because people believe______.
A. it reduces the soil’s ability to absorb carbon from the air
B. it increases the acidity of the soil when applied
C. a chemical reaction releases carbon stored in the limestone
D. the process of crushing the limestone consumes much energy
33. What is a key point of Tim Jesper Suhrhoff’s argument regarding liming emissions
A Liming’s emission impact calls for a critical review of its widespread use.
B. Geochemical models are unreliable for measuring emissions.
C. Fertilizer use is a primary driver behind the carbon release from soil.
D. The current method overestimates liming’s role in CO2 release.
34. What is the main purpose of the passage
A. To explain the historical use of limestone in agriculture.
B. To address the environmental challenges in agriculture by re-evaluating a traditional practice.
C. To compare different methods of increasing crop yields worldwide.
D. To present a new perspective on liming’s potential role in carbon removal.
35. What does Noah Planavsky’s statement suggest about his view on promoting liming practices
A. It should be primarily funded by high-income countries due to its high cost.
B. Its potential benefits are significant but require targeted implementation.
C. It is a ready-made solution that can be applied universally for rapid results.
D. Its value for carbon removal outweighs its original agricultural purpose.
【答案】32. C 33. D 34. D 35. B
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。
In our modern world, we face a puzzling situation: technology connects us more than ever, yet many people feel increasingly disconnected from others. Changes in how we live and work — such as the rise of working from home and the popularity of food delivery apps — have reduced our chances for unplanned, real-life social meetings. ___36___ We can see this clearly in companies that provide streaming and delivery services, whose success actually relies on people staying apart and choosing digital instead of face-to-face contact.
This situation is very different from social life in the recent past. ___37___ These photos show more than just old fashions or cars; they reveal a culture where people naturally started conversations and connected with strangers in shared spaces like cafes, buses, and parks. ___38___ This curiosity led me to start a personal project: I would try to start real conversations with people around me — in shops, in my neighborhood, anywhere I went — to see if this kind of connection was still possible today.
___39___ I remember walking into a local bakery, attracted by the wonderful smell of fresh bread. I chose what seemed like a simple question to start a conversation, but the baker’s response — though polite — was clearly designed to end our talk quickly. His body language and short answers sent a clear message: he was not interested in continuing the interaction.
I didn’t give up, though. My efforts finally succeeded when I met Graham, a neighbor I often saw smoking outside his apartment. Our chat started with simple greetings, but when I mentioned I was a writer, he thought for a moment and shared a surprisingly thoughtful idea about the power of language. ___40___ That single meaningful exchange became the foundation for a real connection between us, proving that even in today’s fast-paced world, patient and repeated efforts can still build genuine human relationships.
A. My first attempt to break through this social distance was both educational and disappointing.
B. This meaningful connection immediately created a bridge between us.
C. To understand this change, we can look at photographs of city life from the 1990s or early 2000s.
D. Some modern businesses are directly responsible for this loss.
E. I began to wonder if this forgotten art of casual conversation could be revived in our modern society.
F. What better evidence do we need to prove that people still deeply desire real connection
G. Why has this fundamental human need for connection become so difficult to fulfill in our time
【答案】36. D 37. C 38. E 39. A 40. B
第三部分 语言运用 (共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (共15小题: 每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
The morning promised adventure, the air fresh and clear. A gentle breeze whispered through the leaves, setting them dancing ___41___. My father, a seasoned fisherman, began my lesson with the ___42___ of the craft. His steady presence was reassuring, yet a thread of ___43___ wove its way through my excitement.
A thrill shot through me as my line sliced into the water. ___44___, this initial enthusiasm soon thinned, replaced by a creeping impatience. Minutes ____45____ by as I watched the motionless float for any ___46___ of movement beneath. Noticing my restlessness, my father offered quiet words of wisdom.
His advice ___47___ a chord deep within me. I began to truly notice my surroundings: the rhythmic lap of water, and the sudden ___48___ of a fish breaking the surface. Just as my hope began to waver, I felt a decisive ___49___ on my line. My heart ___50___ with a wild, sudden energy as I set the hook. The fish ___51___ with surprising power, its silvery body twisting in a desperate bid for freedom.
Lifting the smallmouth fish from the water filled me with pure ___52___. It was a ___53___ catch, yet a great achievement to me. Its scales (鳞片) shimmered, and its eyes seemed to ___54___ the mixture of triumph and awe I felt.
I knelt and gently released it back into the water. A deep sense of accomplishment washed over me, coupled with a genuine ___55___ for the life that had shared this struggle with me.
41. A. wildly B. playfully C. coldly D. gently
42. A. traditions B. secrets C. basics D. patterns
43. A. hope B. surprise C. anxiety D. bravery
44. A. Therefore B. However C. Moreover D. Otherwise
45. A. dragged B. flew C. slid D. disappeared
46. A. value B. mark C. freedom D. sign
47. A. arrived B. left C. went D. struck
48. A. emerging B. diving C. swinging D. hiding
49. A. push B. pull C. break D. knock
50. A. sank B. recovered C. raced D. froze
51. A. opposed B. jumped C. struggled D. breathed
52 A. sympathy B. eagerness C. joy D. luck
53. A. humble B. risky C. strange D. huge
54. A. pale B. mirror C. prove D. cover
55. A. shame B. concern C. respect D. pity
【答案】41. B 42. C 43. C 44. B 45. A 46. D 47. D 48. A 49. B 50. C 51. C 52. C 53. A 54. B 55. C
第二节 (共10小题; 每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
“My China Album,” a book celebrating the profound people-to-people bonds between the US and China, is set ____56____ release in June. The book’s message about the importance of personal connections in international relations _____57_____ (receive) wide recognition in both countries.
Originating from a project _____58_____ (initiate) in 2018, the book compiles stories of friendship and understanding from Americans ____59____ experiences in China span decades. These narratives, drawn from long-term residents, scholars, and ____60____(profession), provide unique insights into cross-cultural exchange.
____61____ (cover) over 200 pages, the volume is divided into five sections that trace the evolution of US-China ____62____(engage) since diplomatic relations began in 1979. The forty-one stories featured, each ___63___ (present) a distinctive perspective, collectively paint a rich picture of mutual understanding.
As the sixth ____64____ (edit) in an ongoing series, this volume focuses on “My China Footprints” - Americans’ personal experiences in China. It includes five short videos shared on social media platforms, offering glimpses into contemporary Chinese society and innovation.
Publisher Qu Yingpu stated that these stories not only promote international goodwill but also encourage reflection on ___65___ we share a common past. More importantly, he emphasized, they inspire people to imagine a future where cultural exchanges continue deepening understanding between nations. The book represents a significant contribution to building mutual understanding through personal stories.
【答案】56. for
57. has received
58. initiated
59. whose 60. professionals
61. Covering
62. engagement
63. presenting
64. edition
65. how
第四部分 写作(共两节, 满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
66. 假设你是李华，你的美国笔友 Peter 即将作为交换生来你校学习，他担心难以适应新的学习环境并跟上课程。请你给他写一封邮件，内容包括：
(1)表示理解;
(2)你的建议。
注意：
(1)写作词数应为80个左右;
(2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Peter,
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Peter,
It’s wonderful news that you’ll be studying at our school! I completely understand your concerns about adapting, and I’m here to help. Here is my advice.
First, what matters most is a positive mindset. View this as an exciting adventure, not a daunting challenge. To prepare, you could try listening to some Chinese podcasts to get used to the pace of speech. After you arrive, actively engage in class and don’t be afraid of making mistakes—they are part of learning. Forming a study group with friendly classmates is also a highly effective way to catch up. Remember, everyone, including myself, is here to support you.
I’m sure you’ll overcome the initial hurdles and thrive in your new environment. Can’t wait to welcome you!
Best regards,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
67. 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。
In the baking heat, I watched the elderly woman struggle with a walker, loaded with bags of groceries. I was driving north, and she was walking south. I’d seen her before, each time feeling guilty I didn’t offer her a lift. Today, the guilt won. I turned back, pulled over, and offered her a ride.
The woman looked weary, sweat pouring down her face. I placed her walker and bags into my trunk, helped her inside, and drove off. “Bless you, child,” she murmured. She directed me to go farther south.
Passing under a bridge, she asked me to pull over. She rolled down her window and called out to several homeless people, “Come by later! Spaghetti night!” She waved and smiled, her smile erasing ten years off her face. We continued south, chatting easily. Her name was Ida. She worked as a bagger at the nearby grocery store and often missed the last bus because of working overtime.
Suddenly, I realised we were on the “wrong side of town”. It was starting to get dark, and I began to feel uneasy. We continued down unfamiliar streets finally to an old apartment building. Several young men had gathered around the entrance, looking threatening. Some were on motorcycles, and one, wearing a hoodie (连帽衫) over his bushy, long hair, was staring at me. My discomfort grew, but Ida seemed fine. She directed a couple of the guys to help with her groceries. She thanked me, and I drove away as fast as I could.
Suddenly, the roar of a motorcycle sounded behind me. It was that hoodie guy! He didn’t overtake; he just kept pace, waving for me to stop. No way was I going to stop for a stranger on a deserted street. In a panic, I reached down for my purse to get my cell phone to call 911. I felt an empty seat. My purse wasn’t there! “She stole my purse!” I may have used stronger language. So much for acts of kindness, I thought.
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。
Meanwhile, the guy stayed close to me, continually signaling for me to stop.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Speechless, I handed him his grandma’s purse, and then he took off.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
【答案】 Meanwhile, the guy stayed close to me, continually signaling for me to stop. Out of the corner of my eye, I noticed a purse on the floor of my car. Yes, there was a purse, but it wasn’t mine. Then I saw the guy right outside my window, waving my purse! I couldn’t believe my eyes. I pulled over to the curb, and the young man stopped his motorcycle by the passenger side. Through the window I had opened, he handed me my purse. “Grandma sent me to give you this. She picked it up by mistake. She is so sorry.” He was still smiling. This time, his smile didn’t appear threatening, simply gracious.
Speechless, I handed him his grandma’s purse, and then he took off. After retrieving a few dollars, I waved for the young man to stop, hoping to reward him, but he had disappeared into the night. I did manage to yell, “Thank you!” I had assumed he was a criminal because he looked “wild” but he was really an angel who went out of his way to help a stranger. Sometimes, we misjudge a person’s character because they don’t conform to what we believe is proper. They may not drive a stylish car, live on the “right” side of town, or dress in what we consider to be fashionable, but who’s to say they are not equal to or better than we are

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