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2026届高三上学期一轮诊断考试
英语试卷
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上。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. What does the man plan to do this afternoon
A. See the dentist. B. Write an essay. C. Walk in the forest.
2. What did the man do yesterday evening
A. He made a short video with his brother.
B. He read an article the woman wrote.
C. He wrote a new blog.
3. Where are the speakers probably
A. At home. B. At a restaurant. C. At the cinema.
4. How is the woman probably related to the man
A. His colleague. B. His teacher. C. His wife.
5. How much should the man pay for service per night
A. $5. B. $10. C. $15.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What does the woman think about the trees
A. They are typical of China. B. They make good medicine. C. They seem very old.
7. What will the speakers do next
A. Pick some leaves. B. Go to a doctor. C. Visit a temple.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. Where are the speakers
A. At a hotel. B. In a house. C. At a shop.
9. What does the man like about the new place
A. Its garden. B. Its kitchen. C. Its door.
10. What does the man say about his wife
A. She is employed in a nearby town.
B. She takes care of the garden.
C. She works from home.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What does the daily rent include
A. Gas. B. Insurance. C. Fire damage.
12. When will the man pick up the car
A. In the morning. B. Around noon. C. In the evening.
13. What are the speakers talking about
A. Applying for a driver’s license. B. Paying for the car insurance. C. Hiring a vehicle.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. Where did the woman find the information
A. In a science magazine. B. On the Internet. C. On the radio.
15. What do some scientists compare the universe to
A. A brain. B. A tree. C. A cell.
16. What do the speakers think of the information
A. It’s strange. B. It’s untrue. C. It’s meaningless.
17. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Co-workers B. Relatives. C. Old friends.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. Why has the building been known as the “Walkie Talkie”
A. Because of its height. B. Because of its outline. C. Because of its effect.
19. What happened to the rays reflected from the Vdara Hotel
A. They melted cars on the street. B. They burned some guests’ hair. C. They set a building on fire.
20. What are architects supposed to do when designing buildings
A. Present the scientists some computer-assisted models.
B. Warn about potential problems of the structures.
C. Avoid the danger of the reflection of light.
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，从每题所给的四个选项A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Got old clothes, broken toys or empty boxes taking up space City Lane’s “Upcycle Workshop” can help — it turns unwanted things into useful treasures! Opened last spring in the city center, this community space has two goals: to let people reuse old items instead of throwing them away, and to make the neighborhood closer by bringing people together.
Located on the first floor of Green Community Center (next to the main entrance), the workshop is easy to find and has good tools. There are sewing machines for fixing clothes, paint sets for decorating boxes or jars, and small tools for repairing chairs or toys. Best of all, it’s free to use! The only rule: sign up online one day before your visit (via the community website) to make sure there’s enough space.
Every weekend, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., skilled volunteers are there to help. They can show you how to fix jackets, turn jeans into bags, or make toy cars from plastic bottles. 12-year-old Mia said, “I fixed my faded backpack here. Now I use it every day!”
So far, over 800 people — kids, teens and adults — have joined. Retiree Mr. Chen said, “I’ve met many nice people here.” The workshop also holds monthly “Upcycle Fairs” where people show their works and trade items.
Besides making cool things, the workshop helps the environment. Last year, it kept over 500 kilograms of old items out of landfills. “Upcycling makes a big difference,” said organizer Lisa Wang.
Want to try Visit to sign up, or stop by the center during opening hours. We can’t wait to see what you create!
1. What’s needed to use the workshop
A. Pay fees. B. Online sign-up. C. Bring tools. D. Call first.
2. When do volunteers help
A. Weekends. B. Weekdays. C. Mornings. D. Evenings.
3. What can we infer about the workshop
A. It’s only for kids. B. It’s not popular.
C. It builds connections. D. It sells items.
B
Five weeks ago, I noticed the skin of our pet lizard (蜥蜴) was growing dusty. It worried me. I reported the strange surface on the skin to my husband and children the next morning. Seconds later, our lizard emerged from its tank with its old skin flowing behind it.
I didn’t think about it much until a morning last week when I knocked my favorite teapot off the table. It burst into hundreds of pieces. As I swept up the mess, I wondered why we had been breaking so many things over the months.
The destruction started three months ago. It was my husband’s birthday. He had just lost his job. The uncertainty was starting to wear on us, so I wanted to do something special — a birthday cake.
Two hours before my husband came back home from another job interview, my daughter climbed up to grab a glass vase from a high shelf. It fell and crashed beside the cake. Tiny pieces of glass were everywhere. She sobbed loudly as I threw the cake away. My husband had banana pudding for his birthday.
Three days ago, the light in our living room suddenly went out. After several frustrating hours of unsuccessful attempts to fix it, my husband suggested watching the Michael Jordan documentary series The Last Dance.
The poignancy (辛酸) of Jordan retiring from his beloved basketball to play baseball and what had pushed him to make such a tough decision took me by surprise. As I watched him take off his basketball uniform and replace it with a baseball uniform, I saw him leaving behind the layer that no longer served him, just as our lizard had. Neither of them chose the moment that had transformed them. But they had to live with who they were after everything was different. Just like us. I realized that we have to learn to leave the past behind.
Humans do not shed skin as easily as other animals. The beginning of change is upsetting. The process is tiring. Damage changes us before we are ready. I see our lizard, raw and nearly new.
4. What can we learn about the pet lizard from Paragraph 1
A. Its tank grew dirty. B. It got a strange disease.
C. Its old skin came off. D. It ran out of the tank.
5. Why did the author’s husband have banana pudding for his birthday
A. The birthday cake tasted terrible. B. The birthday cake was ruined.
C. Pudding was his favourite dessert. D. They couldn’t afford a birthday cake.
6. Why did the author refer to The Last Dance in the passage
A. To illustrate a life lesson. B. To explain a personal decision.
C. To describe a memorable event. D. To highlight a sports achievement.
7. What message does the author convey
A. Past experiences should be treasured.
B Family bonds help overcome life challenges.
C. Emotional growth comes from unexpected changes.
D. Letting go of the past is essential for moving forward.
C
For centuries, what makes human creativity so precious is not only the final products it yields, but also the effort behind their creation. But in a world where AI can generate anything with the click of a button, how do we distinguish what truly matters How does human-made art survive
Throughout history, the most famous works of art, literature, and music have carried a sense of labor, dedication, and mastery. We don’t just admire the end product; we admire how it came to be. Masterpieces like Van Gogh’s “Starry Night” sustain not simply for their artistic beauty, but for the human stories they carry. They remind us that art is not just about beauty or skill — it is about intention, persistence, and what makes us human.
As AI floods the world with instant beauty, we’re entering an era of “aesthetic inflation”, where perfectly composed images, poetic style, and movie-like storytelling are available to anyone, instantly and at no cost. This makes us think about when beauty is effortless and endless, does human creations still have value
But human imperfection isn’t a weakness — it’s part of who we are, shaping our understanding of humanity. Our struggles, mistakes, and limitations aren’t just difficulties to overcome — they’re part of what gives life meaning. In this light, AI’s ability to create perfect art feels almost unnatural—a rejection of the struggle that gives creativity its weight. It may achieve technical perfection — but at the cost of the original energy that makes art stir feelings within people. Even at its most impressive, AI-generated art often feels empty. It has no real emotions or experiences, and no clear creator, failing to create unexpected surprises and arouse shared emotion with audience.
Therefore, to preserve meaning, selection and context become more crucial. As AI can produce endless content, the human elements like context, narrative and the reasoning behind art become the true value source. Also, AI can be a creative collaborator rather than a replacement, refining ideas while keeping human imperfection and feeling, and acting as an amplifier (放大镜) of human vision.
8. Why do masterpieces like “Starry Night” remain valuable in the AI era
A. They represent unique human characteristics.
B. They showcase brilliant artistic creation skill.
C. They are created through long production processes.
D. They contain human emotional depth and creative effort.
9. Why does the author mention “aesthetic inflation” in paragraph 3
A. To demonstrate AI’s efficiency in art creation.
B. To prove that AI-generated art is more affordable.
C. To criticize the overuse of technology in art creation.
D. To stress the devaluation of beauty due to mass production.
10. How does the author develop the argument in the passage
A. By giving examples. B. By giving definitions.
C. By making comparisons. D. By making classifications.
11. The author wrote this passage to ___________.
A. show ways to perfect art with AI
B. teach how to create art in the age of AI
C. argue why human art still matters in the AI age
D. introduce a new revolution in art creation brought by AI
D
Travellers have long feared being swallowed into the peatlands (泥炭地): “If his foot slips ... it is possible he may never more be heard of,” described William Gilpin in 1772.
But now the image of this ecosystem finally turns a corner. UNESCO has recognized the Flow Country as a world heritage (遗产) site-the first peatland to make the list-due to its natural characteristics: the remarkable variety of plants and animals that live there. It’s also recognized that these peatlands are not humankind’s enemy but an important partner in the fight against climate crisis. Peat has formed in the Flow Country for 8,000 years, trapping carbon. It’s vital this carbon stays to avoid further global heating.
The Flow Country was chosen for its natural heritage not cultural significance, which comes as a welcome contrast to the vast majority of the UK’s other world heritage sites. Prioritising culture might make sense for places like Stonehenge or Durham Cathedral, but the Lake District Not so much. The Lake District National Park is remarkable for its natural geography: deep valleys, uneven peaks and icy lakes. People have long shaped the area, but their impact is just a thin layer on a remarkably splendid landscape. Yet, when the park gained world heritage status in 2017, it was largely upon the basis of its relatively recent tradition of sheep farming. The decision reflected how the English perceive the natural world.
But the recognition of the Flow Country looks even more profound. It represents a change not only in our perception of peatlands but of nature itself. Unlike the Lake District, it prioritises not sheep, but moss (苔藓). This approach aligns with the growing movement to recognise the rights of nature: to reframe the natural world as something more than a collection of raw materials.
None of that is to ignore humans’ role in the Flow Country but we should recognize that no landscape in the UK can be considered in isolation from its culture, while also remembering that the human story never unfolds alone.
12. Why does the author quote William Gilpin in paragraph 1
A. To illustrate the author’s point.
B. To give a scientific explanation.
C. To provide historical background.
D. To present a common partial view.
13. For what was the Flow Country recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site
A. Climate benefit and natural value.
B. Beautiful scenery and conservation efforts.
C. Geographical uniqueness and rare species.
D. Educational significance and cultural value.
14. What does the underlined phrase “aligns with” in paragraph 4 mean
A. addresses. B. matches. C. Challenges. D. Outweighs.
15. What is the text mainly about
A. The formation of the Flow Country.
B. The recognition of the Lake District.
C. The long-overdue respect for peatlands.
D. The conservation difficulties of peatlands.
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，选项中有两项为多余选项。
How to Improve Your English Writing
Becoming proficient in English writing is a journey that demands time and consistent practice. ____16____ Here are some practical suggestions to assist you in making significant progress.
·Write regularly.
To excel in any skill, repetition is key. Thus, make it a daily habit to write. It could be a journal entry, a brief story, or simply writing down your thoughts regularly. ____17____
·Get it checked.
____18____ To truly grow, you need an external perspective to point out your mistakes. There are two excellent ways to achieve it. You can turn to online resources, like and lang-8 or ask a friend, who can check for grammar, spelling, and overall structure.
·____19____
The difference between a basic and an advanced writer often lies in vocabulary. A six-year-old and a 20-year-old might both use correct grammar, but the 20-year-old has a wider range of words. So whenever you run into a useful phrase or word, write it down. And then make a point to use it. This not only enriches your vocabulary but also helps you remember and use new words more effectively.
·Don’t forget the small stuff!
Small errors can have a big impact on your writing. ____20____ Also, avoid using “text speak” such as “u” for “you” or “4” for “for,” especially in formal writing. While these shortcuts are acceptable in casual conversations, they are inappropriate when trying to demonstrate your writing skills.
A Expand your vocabulary.
B. Read more books to improve your writing.
C. Writing on your own is just a part of the process.
D. It helps you express yourself more comfortably and fluently over time.
E. Spelling mistakes are unimportant in writing as long as the main idea is clear.
F. However, with the right strategies, you can steadily enhance your capabilities.
G. Incorrect spacing or punctuation mistakes may make your text difficult to read.
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。
Lexie Alford, 21, said she recently became the youngest person to visit every country. Though her ___21___ is yet to be confirmed by the Guinness Book of World Records, Alford said she had been to 196 countries. While her adventures may have looked ___22___ and exciting on her social media account, Alford faced various difficulties such as visa rejections, financial ___23___, and health issues like malaria and food poisoning.
For most people, the___24___to seeing the world is lack of money, but Alford managed to fund her travels ___25___ on her own. She started doing multiple jobs and saving everything she had earned since she was 12 years old. ___26___, her mother owns a travel agency and it has helped her find the best ___27___and book ahead of time, ___28___significant savings on flights and hotels.
As a solo female traveler, Alford ___29___safety when deciding how long to stay in a country, in addition to budget and personal interest. She spent over a month in countries like Egypt and Switzerland, where there was so much she could do and there were ways to make those trips financially ____30____ . Then there are some countries like Mali, South Sudan, and Somalia which she would have loved to spend more than a few days ____31____, but unfortunately she didn’t have the budget to take the proper security precautions necessary to travel throughout those countries ____32____. Despite experiencing intense loneliness at times, Alford thinks that solo travel is a ____33____ experience that everyone should have at least once in their lives.
After her travels, Alford now believes that every problem has a solution if you work hard enough. There are also a lot of ____34____ you have to make if you want to travel the world, but if it’s something you’re truly ____35____about, it only takes courage to pursue it.
21. A. hardship B. achievement C. failure D. adventure
22. A. promising B. unwise C. attractive D. demanding
23. A. struggles B. crises C. statement D. losses
24. A. approach B. barrier C. resolution D. entry
25. A. roughly B. simply C. entirely D. largely
26. A. Additionally B. Admittedly C. Undoubtedly D. Apparently
27. A. guides B. foods C. deals D. seasons
28. A. resulting from B. contributing to C. accounting for D. turning to
29. A. prioritized B. promoted C. improved D. ignored
30. A. tight B. reasonable C. independent D. secure
31. A. exploring B. choosing C. recommending D. approaching
32. A. freely B. randomly C. aimlessly D. safely
33. A. dangerous B. rewarding C. challenging D. worthless
34. A. contributions B. advances C. sacrifices D. connections
35. A. embarrassed B. concerned C. guilty D. passionate
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。
In a classroom filled with eager students, the lecture on exercise and nutrition is in full swing. Meanwhile, on the sports field, students are jogging, and in the cafeteria, teachers guide students on healthy diet. This is not just any ordinary class at Peking University, but a groundbreaking course ____36____ (title) “Physical Fitness Enhancement: Exercise and Diet,” ____37____ has become the talk of the town among students as the ultimate “weight loss miracle class.”
Unlike traditional physical education classes, the course aims to teach students how to achieve weight loss goals in ____38____ scientific and healthy manner. It ____39____ (run) for two years, and has ____40____ (true) helped one-third of the students lose over 5 percent of their body weight.
Hou Xiaoyang, who entered Beijing University in 2023 weighing 220 pounds with a BMI of 32, ____41____ (classify) as obese. After completing the weight loss course for one semester, he managed to shed 33 pounds, ____42____ (become) the current record holder for weight loss in the class.
The course has received high ____43____ (recognize) from quite a lot of students, with many describing it as “progressive and systematic”. By integrating a balanced diet and regular exercise ____44____ their daily routine, students are not only losing weight but also gaining more confidence and adopting ____45____ (wise) lifestyle choices.
第四部分 写作（满分15分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假如你是李华。为了提升同学们的英语口语，外教Mr. Smith打算组织一次英语戏剧表演比赛，现征集同学们的意见。请你给他写封邮件，表达你的看法和建议。
注意：1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Mr. Smith,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
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。
Every morning, Maya stood in front of the mirror, adjusting her hair, smoothing her blouse, checking her face one more time. “Do I look fine ” she would ask herself again and again.
At school, she felt invisible. Not like Lily, who wore stylish clothes and laughed loudly in the hallway. Not like Ben, who answered every question loudly, casually and confidently. “Why can’t I be more like them ” she thought to herself.
Last week, the school announced the annual speech contest—Find Your Voice. Maya’s heart jumped. She had written poems in secret for years—about stars, silence, and the way light falls through leaves. This could be her chance to be heard.
Still, she hesitated.
She watched Lily sign up with a smile, Ben with a confident wave. No one else seemed afraid.
That night, she opened her notebook. She read her own poems—once, twice. Her voice was soft, but the words felt true.
The next day, she took a deep breath and added her name to the list.
The night before the tryouts, she practiced in her room. “I believe…” she began—then stopped. Her hands trembled. She tried again, but her throat closed up.
On the day of the tryouts she arrived early. One by one, students performed—bold, loud, even funny. Some made the judges laugh. Then it was her turn.
She stood up. The room went quiet. She opened her mouth—but nothing came out. Her face burned. Her hands shook. She whispered, “Sorry,” and ran out.
In an empty art room, she sat on the floor, head in her hands.
“Hey.”
She looked up. It was Mr. Chen, the drama teacher, holding a cup of tea. “Tough moment ” he asked, sitting beside her.
Maya nodded, eyes wet. “I wanted to say something real... but I froze.”
Mr. Chen smiled gently. “Sometimes the quietest voices have the most to say.” He paused. “You don’t have to be loud to be heard.”
Mr. Chen took Maya’s notebook and paged through it.
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The next afternoon in the classroom, Maya stood before her fellow classmates.
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答案版
2026届高三上学期一轮诊断考试
英语试卷
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上。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. What does the man plan to do this afternoon
A. See the dentist. B. Write an essay. C. Walk in the forest.
2. What did the man do yesterday evening
A. He made a short video with his brother.
B. He read an article the woman wrote.
C. He wrote a new blog.
3. Where are the speakers probably
A. At home. B. At a restaurant. C. At the cinema.
4. How is the woman probably related to the man
A. His colleague. B. His teacher. C. His wife.
5. How much should the man pay for service per night
A. $5. B. $10. C. $15.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What does the woman think about the trees
A. They are typical of China. B. They make good medicine. C. They seem very old.
7. What will the speakers do next
A. Pick some leaves. B. Go to a doctor. C. Visit a temple.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. Where are the speakers
A. At a hotel. B. In a house. C. At a shop.
9. What does the man like about the new place
A. Its garden. B. Its kitchen. C. Its door.
10. What does the man say about his wife
A. She is employed in a nearby town.
B. She takes care of the garden.
C. She works from home.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What does the daily rent include
A. Gas. B. Insurance. C. Fire damage.
12. When will the man pick up the car
A. In the morning. B. Around noon. C. In the evening.
13. What are the speakers talking about
A. Applying for a driver’s license. B. Paying for the car insurance. C. Hiring a vehicle.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. Where did the woman find the information
A. In a science magazine. B. On the Internet. C. On the radio.
15. What do some scientists compare the universe to
A. A brain. B. A tree. C. A cell.
16. What do the speakers think of the information
A. It’s strange. B. It’s untrue. C. It’s meaningless.
17. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Co-workers B. Relatives. C. Old friends.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. Why has the building been known as the “Walkie Talkie”
A. Because of its height. B. Because of its outline. C. Because of its effect.
19. What happened to the rays reflected from the Vdara Hotel
A. They melted cars on the street. B. They burned some guests’ hair. C. They set a building on fire.
20. What are architects supposed to do when designing buildings
A. Present the scientists some computer-assisted models.
B. Warn about potential problems of the structures.
C. Avoid the danger of the reflection of light.
听力答案：1-10 ABBCA ACBAC 11-20 BACBA ACBBC
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，从每题所给的四个选项A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Got old clothes, broken toys or empty boxes taking up space City Lane’s “Upcycle Workshop” can help — it turns unwanted things into useful treasures! Opened last spring in the city center, this community space has two goals: to let people reuse old items instead of throwing them away, and to make the neighborhood closer by bringing people together.
Located on the first floor of Green Community Center (next to the main entrance), the workshop is easy to find and has good tools. There are sewing machines for fixing clothes, paint sets for decorating boxes or jars, and small tools for repairing chairs or toys. Best of all, it’s free to use! The only rule: sign up online one day before your visit (via the community website) to make sure there’s enough space.
Every weekend, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., skilled volunteers are there to help. They can show you how to fix jackets, turn jeans into bags, or make toy cars from plastic bottles. 12-year-old Mia said, “I fixed my faded backpack here. Now I use it every day!”
So far, over 800 people — kids, teens and adults — have joined. Retiree Mr. Chen said, “I’ve met many nice people here.” The workshop also holds monthly “Upcycle Fairs” where people show their works and trade items.
Besides making cool things, the workshop helps the environment. Last year, it kept over 500 kilograms of old items out of landfills. “Upcycling makes a big difference,” said organizer Lisa Wang.
Want to try Visit to sign up, or stop by the center during opening hours. We can’t wait to see what you create!
1. What’s needed to use the workshop
A. Pay fees. B. Online sign-up. C. Bring tools. D. Call first.
2. When do volunteers help
A. Weekends. B. Weekdays. C. Mornings. D. Evenings.
3. What can we infer about the workshop
A. It’s only for kids. B. It’s not popular.
C. It builds connections. D. It sells items.
【答案】1. B 2. A 3. C
B
Five weeks ago, I noticed the skin of our pet lizard (蜥蜴) was growing dusty. It worried me. I reported the strange surface on the skin to my husband and children the next morning. Seconds later, our lizard emerged from its tank with its old skin flowing behind it.
I didn’t think about it much until a morning last week when I knocked my favorite teapot off the table. It burst into hundreds of pieces. As I swept up the mess, I wondered why we had been breaking so many things over the months.
The destruction started three months ago. It was my husband’s birthday. He had just lost his job. The uncertainty was starting to wear on us, so I wanted to do something special — a birthday cake.
Two hours before my husband came back home from another job interview, my daughter climbed up to grab a glass vase from a high shelf. It fell and crashed beside the cake. Tiny pieces of glass were everywhere. She sobbed loudly as I threw the cake away. My husband had banana pudding for his birthday.
Three days ago, the light in our living room suddenly went out. After several frustrating hours of unsuccessful attempts to fix it, my husband suggested watching the Michael Jordan documentary series The Last Dance.
The poignancy (辛酸) of Jordan retiring from his beloved basketball to play baseball and what had pushed him to make such a tough decision took me by surprise. As I watched him take off his basketball uniform and replace it with a baseball uniform, I saw him leaving behind the layer that no longer served him, just as our lizard had. Neither of them chose the moment that had transformed them. But they had to live with who they were after everything was different. Just like us. I realized that we have to learn to leave the past behind.
Humans do not shed skin as easily as other animals. The beginning of change is upsetting. The process is tiring. Damage changes us before we are ready. I see our lizard, raw and nearly new.
4. What can we learn about the pet lizard from Paragraph 1
A. Its tank grew dirty. B. It got a strange disease.
C. Its old skin came off. D. It ran out of the tank.
5. Why did the author’s husband have banana pudding for his birthday
A. The birthday cake tasted terrible. B. The birthday cake was ruined.
C. Pudding was his favourite dessert. D. They couldn’t afford a birthday cake.
6. Why did the author refer to The Last Dance in the passage
A. To illustrate a life lesson. B. To explain a personal decision.
C. To describe a memorable event. D. To highlight a sports achievement.
7. What message does the author convey
A. Past experiences should be treasured.
B Family bonds help overcome life challenges.
C. Emotional growth comes from unexpected changes.
D. Letting go of the past is essential for moving forward.
【答案】4. C 5. B 6. A 7. D
C
For centuries, what makes human creativity so precious is not only the final products it yields, but also the effort behind their creation. But in a world where AI can generate anything with the click of a button, how do we distinguish what truly matters How does human-made art survive
Throughout history, the most famous works of art, literature, and music have carried a sense of labor, dedication, and mastery. We don’t just admire the end product; we admire how it came to be. Masterpieces like Van Gogh’s “Starry Night” sustain not simply for their artistic beauty, but for the human stories they carry. They remind us that art is not just about beauty or skill — it is about intention, persistence, and what makes us human.
As AI floods the world with instant beauty, we’re entering an era of “aesthetic inflation”, where perfectly composed images, poetic style, and movie-like storytelling are available to anyone, instantly and at no cost. This makes us think about when beauty is effortless and endless, does human creations still have value
But human imperfection isn’t a weakness — it’s part of who we are, shaping our understanding of humanity. Our struggles, mistakes, and limitations aren’t just difficulties to overcome — they’re part of what gives life meaning. In this light, AI’s ability to create perfect art feels almost unnatural—a rejection of the struggle that gives creativity its weight. It may achieve technical perfection — but at the cost of the original energy that makes art stir feelings within people. Even at its most impressive, AI-generated art often feels empty. It has no real emotions or experiences, and no clear creator, failing to create unexpected surprises and arouse shared emotion with audience.
Therefore, to preserve meaning, selection and context become more crucial. As AI can produce endless content, the human elements like context, narrative and the reasoning behind art become the true value source. Also, AI can be a creative collaborator rather than a replacement, refining ideas while keeping human imperfection and feeling, and acting as an amplifier (放大镜) of human vision.
8. Why do masterpieces like “Starry Night” remain valuable in the AI era
A. They represent unique human characteristics.
B. They showcase brilliant artistic creation skill.
C. They are created through long production processes.
D. They contain human emotional depth and creative effort.
9. Why does the author mention “aesthetic inflation” in paragraph 3
A. To demonstrate AI’s efficiency in art creation.
B. To prove that AI-generated art is more affordable.
C. To criticize the overuse of technology in art creation.
D. To stress the devaluation of beauty due to mass production.
10. How does the author develop the argument in the passage
A. By giving examples. B. By giving definitions.
C. By making comparisons. D. By making classifications.
11. The author wrote this passage to ___________.
A. show ways to perfect art with AI
B. teach how to create art in the age of AI
C. argue why human art still matters in the AI age
D. introduce a new revolution in art creation brought by AI
【答案】8. D 9. D 10. C 11. C
D
Travellers have long feared being swallowed into the peatlands (泥炭地): “If his foot slips ... it is possible he may never more be heard of,” described William Gilpin in 1772.
But now the image of this ecosystem finally turns a corner. UNESCO has recognized the Flow Country as a world heritage (遗产) site-the first peatland to make the list-due to its natural characteristics: the remarkable variety of plants and animals that live there. It’s also recognized that these peatlands are not humankind’s enemy but an important partner in the fight against climate crisis. Peat has formed in the Flow Country for 8,000 years, trapping carbon. It’s vital this carbon stays to avoid further global heating.
The Flow Country was chosen for its natural heritage not cultural significance, which comes as a welcome contrast to the vast majority of the UK’s other world heritage sites. Prioritising culture might make sense for places like Stonehenge or Durham Cathedral, but the Lake District Not so much. The Lake District National Park is remarkable for its natural geography: deep valleys, uneven peaks and icy lakes. People have long shaped the area, but their impact is just a thin layer on a remarkably splendid landscape. Yet, when the park gained world heritage status in 2017, it was largely upon the basis of its relatively recent tradition of sheep farming. The decision reflected how the English perceive the natural world.
But the recognition of the Flow Country looks even more profound. It represents a change not only in our perception of peatlands but of nature itself. Unlike the Lake District, it prioritises not sheep, but moss (苔藓). This approach aligns with the growing movement to recognise the rights of nature: to reframe the natural world as something more than a collection of raw materials.
None of that is to ignore humans’ role in the Flow Country but we should recognize that no landscape in the UK can be considered in isolation from its culture, while also remembering that the human story never unfolds alone.
12. Why does the author quote William Gilpin in paragraph 1
A. To illustrate the author’s point.
B. To give a scientific explanation.
C. To provide historical background.
D. To present a common partial view.
13. For what was the Flow Country recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site
A. Climate benefit and natural value.
B. Beautiful scenery and conservation efforts.
C. Geographical uniqueness and rare species.
D. Educational significance and cultural value.
14. What does the underlined phrase “aligns with” in paragraph 4 mean
A. addresses. B. matches. C. Challenges. D. Outweighs.
15. What is the text mainly about
A. The formation of the Flow Country.
B. The recognition of the Lake District.
C. The long-overdue respect for peatlands.
D. The conservation difficulties of peatlands.
【答案】12. D 13. A 14. B 15. C
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，选项中有两项为多余选项。
How to Improve Your English Writing
Becoming proficient in English writing is a journey that demands time and consistent practice. ____16____ Here are some practical suggestions to assist you in making significant progress.
·Write regularly.
To excel in any skill, repetition is key. Thus, make it a daily habit to write. It could be a journal entry, a brief story, or simply writing down your thoughts regularly. ____17____
·Get it checked.
____18____ To truly grow, you need an external perspective to point out your mistakes. There are two excellent ways to achieve it. You can turn to online resources, like and lang-8 or ask a friend, who can check for grammar, spelling, and overall structure.
·____19____
The difference between a basic and an advanced writer often lies in vocabulary. A six-year-old and a 20-year-old might both use correct grammar, but the 20-year-old has a wider range of words. So whenever you run into a useful phrase or word, write it down. And then make a point to use it. This not only enriches your vocabulary but also helps you remember and use new words more effectively.
·Don’t forget the small stuff!
Small errors can have a big impact on your writing. ____20____ Also, avoid using “text speak” such as “u” for “you” or “4” for “for,” especially in formal writing. While these shortcuts are acceptable in casual conversations, they are inappropriate when trying to demonstrate your writing skills.
A Expand your vocabulary.
B. Read more books to improve your writing.
C. Writing on your own is just a part of the process.
D. It helps you express yourself more comfortably and fluently over time.
E. Spelling mistakes are unimportant in writing as long as the main idea is clear.
F. However, with the right strategies, you can steadily enhance your capabilities.
G. Incorrect spacing or punctuation mistakes may make your text difficult to read.
【答案】16. F 17. D 18. C 19. A 20. G
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。
Lexie Alford, 21, said she recently became the youngest person to visit every country. Though her ___21___ is yet to be confirmed by the Guinness Book of World Records, Alford said she had been to 196 countries. While her adventures may have looked ___22___ and exciting on her social media account, Alford faced various difficulties such as visa rejections, financial ___23___, and health issues like malaria and food poisoning.
For most people, the___24___to seeing the world is lack of money, but Alford managed to fund her travels ___25___ on her own. She started doing multiple jobs and saving everything she had earned since she was 12 years old. ___26___, her mother owns a travel agency and it has helped her find the best ___27___and book ahead of time, ___28___significant savings on flights and hotels.
As a solo female traveler, Alford ___29___safety when deciding how long to stay in a country, in addition to budget and personal interest. She spent over a month in countries like Egypt and Switzerland, where there was so much she could do and there were ways to make those trips financially ____30____ . Then there are some countries like Mali, South Sudan, and Somalia which she would have loved to spend more than a few days ____31____, but unfortunately she didn’t have the budget to take the proper security precautions necessary to travel throughout those countries ____32____. Despite experiencing intense loneliness at times, Alford thinks that solo travel is a ____33____ experience that everyone should have at least once in their lives.
After her travels, Alford now believes that every problem has a solution if you work hard enough. There are also a lot of ____34____ you have to make if you want to travel the world, but if it’s something you’re truly ____35____about, it only takes courage to pursue it.
21. A. hardship B. achievement C. failure D. adventure
22. A. promising B. unwise C. attractive D. demanding
23. A. struggles B. crises C. statement D. losses
24. A. approach B. barrier C. resolution D. entry
25. A. roughly B. simply C. entirely D. largely
26. A. Additionally B. Admittedly C. Undoubtedly D. Apparently
27. A. guides B. foods C. deals D. seasons
28. A. resulting from B. contributing to C. accounting for D. turning to
29. A. prioritized B. promoted C. improved D. ignored
30. A. tight B. reasonable C. independent D. secure
31. A. exploring B. choosing C. recommending D. approaching
32. A. freely B. randomly C. aimlessly D. safely
33. A. dangerous B. rewarding C. challenging D. worthless
34. A. contributions B. advances C. sacrifices D. connections
35. A. embarrassed B. concerned C. guilty D. passionate
【答案】21. B 22. C 23. A 24. B 25. D 26. A 27. C 28. B 29. A 30. B 31. A 32. D 33. B 34. C 35. D
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。
In a classroom filled with eager students, the lecture on exercise and nutrition is in full swing. Meanwhile, on the sports field, students are jogging, and in the cafeteria, teachers guide students on healthy diet. This is not just any ordinary class at Peking University, but a groundbreaking course ____36____ (title) “Physical Fitness Enhancement: Exercise and Diet,” ____37____ has become the talk of the town among students as the ultimate “weight loss miracle class.”
Unlike traditional physical education classes, the course aims to teach students how to achieve weight loss goals in ____38____ scientific and healthy manner. It ____39____ (run) for two years, and has ____40____ (true) helped one-third of the students lose over 5 percent of their body weight.
Hou Xiaoyang, who entered Beijing University in 2023 weighing 220 pounds with a BMI of 32, ____41____ (classify) as obese. After completing the weight loss course for one semester, he managed to shed 33 pounds, ____42____ (become) the current record holder for weight loss in the class.
The course has received high ____43____ (recognize) from quite a lot of students, with many describing it as “progressive and systematic”. By integrating a balanced diet and regular exercise ____44____ their daily routine, students are not only losing weight but also gaining more confidence and adopting ____45____ (wise) lifestyle choices.
【答案】36. titled
37. which 38. a
39. has run##has been running
40. truly 41. was classified
42. becoming
43. recognition
44. into 45. wiser
第四部分 写作（满分15分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假如你是李华。为了提升同学们的英语口语，外教Mr. Smith打算组织一次英语戏剧表演比赛，现征集同学们的意见。请你给他写封邮件，表达你的看法和建议。
注意：1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Mr. Smith,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Mr. Smith,
Thank you for organizing the drama competition to improve our spoken English. I think it’s a great idea!
To make it more effective, I suggest offering a variety of short scripts at different difficulty levels. This way, everyone can participate comfortably. Secondly, allowing us to perform in small groups might reduce nervousness and encourage more students to join. Lastly, small prizes for creativity or teamwork could motivate us.
I believe these steps will make the event fun and beneficial.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
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。
Every morning, Maya stood in front of the mirror, adjusting her hair, smoothing her blouse, checking her face one more time. “Do I look fine ” she would ask herself again and again.
At school, she felt invisible. Not like Lily, who wore stylish clothes and laughed loudly in the hallway. Not like Ben, who answered every question loudly, casually and confidently. “Why can’t I be more like them ” she thought to herself.
Last week, the school announced the annual speech contest—Find Your Voice. Maya’s heart jumped. She had written poems in secret for years—about stars, silence, and the way light falls through leaves. This could be her chance to be heard.
Still, she hesitated.
She watched Lily sign up with a smile, Ben with a confident wave. No one else seemed afraid.
That night, she opened her notebook. She read her own poems—once, twice. Her voice was soft, but the words felt true.
The next day, she took a deep breath and added her name to the list.
The night before the tryouts, she practiced in her room. “I believe…” she began—then stopped. Her hands trembled. She tried again, but her throat closed up.
On the day of the tryouts she arrived early. One by one, students performed—bold, loud, even funny. Some made the judges laugh. Then it was her turn.
She stood up. The room went quiet. She opened her mouth—but nothing came out. Her face burned. Her hands shook. She whispered, “Sorry,” and ran out.
In an empty art room, she sat on the floor, head in her hands.
“Hey.”
She looked up. It was Mr. Chen, the drama teacher, holding a cup of tea. “Tough moment ” he asked, sitting beside her.
Maya nodded, eyes wet. “I wanted to say something real... but I froze.”
Mr. Chen smiled gently. “Sometimes the quietest voices have the most to say.” He paused. “You don’t have to be loud to be heard.”
Mr. Chen took Maya’s notebook and paged through it.
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The next afternoon in the classroom, Maya stood before her fellow classmates.
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【答案】Mr. Chen took Maya’s notebook and paged through it. A look of amazement crossed his face. “Maya,” he said, “these poems are extraordinary. Your words carry such depth and emotion. You have a gift, and it doesn’t need to be shouted out. A soft voice can be equally, if not more, powerful.” He then gave her some practical advice, like visualizing a supportive audience and speaking from the heart. “Trust in your words. They are your strength,” he added. Maya felt a newfound confidence building up inside her.
The next afternoon in the classroom, Maya stood before her fellow classmates. Her palms were sweaty, but she took a deep breath and started. Her voice, though soft, was steady. As she recited her poems, she could see her classmates’ eyes light up. They were captivated by her unique perspective. When she finished, the room was filled with warm applause. Maya beamed, realizing that she didn’t need to be like others. Her quiet voice was her superpower, and she had finally found her voice in the most beautiful way.

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