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荆州中学2025～2026学年高一上学期期中考试
英语试题
（全卷满分150分 考试时间120分钟）
选择题部分
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. What does the woman plan to do
A. See a film. B. Get new glasses. C. Close the shop.
2. What is the man good at
A. Handwriting. B. Typing. C. Copying.
3. What does the woman say about Peter
A. He forgets the date. B. He has already left. C. He is always on time.
4. Why did the woman phone David
A. To visit the zoo. B. To ask for leave. C. To do a business.
5. What will the speakers do tonight
A. Finish the woman’s work. B. Have dinner at home. C. Go to the concert.
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. Where will the woman go first
A. Toronto. B. Vancouver. C. Ottawa.
7. How will the woman go to Niagara Falls
A. By bus. B. By train. C. By boat.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What is the weather like
A. Cloudy. B. Rainy. C. Sunny.
9. What does the man care most
A. Fashion. B. Price. C. Warmth.
10. Who has the scarf on
A. The man. B. The woman. C. The woman’s cousin.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What does the woman want to talk about
A. A guest meeting. B. A new product. C. A financial report.
12. When will they have the talk
A. After lunch. B. At 3 p. m. C. Tomorrow morning.
13. Which word can describe the man
A. Well-scheduled. B. Highly-respected C. Openly-minded.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14. What is the woman doing
A. Giving a speech. B. Hosting a program. C. Teaching a class.
15. Why did the man move out gradually
A. To find a quiet place to paint.
B. To spend weekends with parents.
C. To get used to living alone slowly.
16. What does the man advise teenagers to do
A. Have fun willingly. B. Leave home slowly. C. Make decisions wisely.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. Why does the speaker give the talk
A. To plan a trip. B. To give a notice. C. To hold a party.
18. Which place is a no-parking area on Thursday morning
A. Kentucky Road. B. Delaware Avenue. C. New Jersey Street.
19. When can cars be parked in regular places
A. On Wednesday. B. On Thursday. C. On Friday.
20. Who is the speaker talking to
A. Tourists joining in the trip.
B. Friends coming to the party.
C. People living in the building.
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
Honolulu, Hawaii, recently passed a law making it unlawful to look down at a phone while crossing the street. It is the first big US city with a law like this. Do you think more places should pass such a law Following are some replies posted by netizens.
As humans, we can make our own decision. I’m not saying it’s safe, but we don’t need the government to babysit us like our parents. After all, we are grown-ups. If we want to learn to make good decisions, the government needs to stop telling us what to do. —Andrew from Oregon
This law makes sense. If all the states pass such a law, some people might not like it. But is there really a way to please everyone This would not be for fun. It would be for the safety of all Americans. —Grace from Alaska
People do many things that may hurt themselves but are not against the law, such as riding bikes, driving cars, and swimming. The list goes on and on. People might get hurt from looking at phones while walking if they’re not paying attention. Still, I believe people should have the freedom to choose. —Alice from Pennsylvania
What matters more — your phone or your safety If you’re staring at your screen while walking, you might miss a car coming or fail to see the traffic light turn red. Using your phone on the road can be unsafe. That’s why more cities should stop people looking at phones when crossing the street! —Sally from Seoul
1. Who may support newly passed the law
A. Andrew and Grace. B. Alice and Sally.
C. Andrew and Alice. D. Grace and Sally.
2. Which serves as a reason against the law
A. Laws may sometimes hurt people. B. Decisions should be made on one’s own.
C. The government can’t act as parents. D. Adults needn’t be concerned about safety.
3. Where does the passage probably come from
A. An online post. B. A research report.
C. A travel guide. D. A marketing survey.
B
At 102 years old, American doctor Howard Tucker holds a Guinness World Record as the oldest practicing doctor. Although he stopped seeing patients at 100, his life remains full of purpose, showing that passion (热情) is the best medicine against aging.
Dr. Tucker believes “retirement (退休) is the enemy of a long life.” He thinks having a reason to wake up each morning is important. Even after the hospital where he worked closed in 2022, he hasn’t completely ruled out returning to medical work. Today, he teaches future doctors and works on medico-legal cases, a job made possible by a law degree he earned at 67.
For Dr. Tucker, a long life isn’t just about good genes (基因) from his parents, who lived to 84 and 96, but more of his healthy lifestyle including following a simple diet, often missing lunch to have a clear head, exercising daily, walking at least four kilometers, and staying away from smoking while drinking a little alcohol. Dr. Tucker also says it’s important to keep the brain active. “If you retire from work, you should at least do something as a hobby,” he told Today. “You need something interesting for the brain daily.” Science backs him up. Research shows that ongoing learning, social connections, and a sense of purpose are all helpful for a healthy and long life.
Experiencing a fall in his late 80s that ended his skiing days with a broken neck, Tucker hasn’t lost his passion for life, always finding new ways to stay active instead. As he approaches his 103rd birthday, Dr. Tucker isn’t worried about death but focuses on living fully. For a man who has spent his life helping treat others, Dr. Howard Tucker’s greatest lesson is how to truly live.
4. How did Dr. Tucker fight against “the enemy of a long life”
A. He earned a law degree at 67. B. He worked as a medical instructor.
C. He woke up early each morning. D. He returned to the hospital in 2022.
5. What plays a greater role in Dr. Tucker’s long life
A. A healthy way of daily life. B. A clear and scientific mind.
C. As many hobbies as possible. D. Good genes from his family.
6. What happened to Dr. Tucker in his late 80s
A. He needed a passion for life. B. He started to learn how to ski.
C. He retired from medical practice. D. He remained active after an accident.
7. Which of the following best describes Dr. Tucker
A. Strict and curious. B. Careful and adventurous.
C. Positive and purposeful. D. Grateful and responsible.
C
A recent video made the rounds to thousands of users for its argument: “Why you MUST throw away your AirPods.” In it, the user argued that wireless earbuds (无线耳机) “sit inside your head and cook your brain” because of the radiation (辐射) they give off. Similar videos have been found across different social media platforms, warning that wireless earbuds can cause cancer, memory loss, tiredness and other health problems.
A few social platforms have removed these videos, stating they spread medical misinformation. But is there any truth to these warnings Are you risking your health for the convenience of wireless headphones, or are you increasing your risk for brain cancer
“This is a very common worry and a question that I hear often from my patients: They want to know if their phones or earbuds caused their brain cancer,” says Dr Naveed Wagle, a neuro-oncologist. “The short answer is it’s probably not the only cause,” Dr Wagle says, “but we don’t have enough information yet to say for sure or to know if it’s a cause.”
While wireless technology has been there since the late 1990s, wireless earbuds have only come on the scene in the past few years. This short period means that there’s a lot of scientists who still just don’t know about the long-term health influences, especially for people who use them for hours every day.
Here’s what the United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC) says about wireless earbuds and your health: “At present, no scientific evidence (证据) suggests a connection between wireless earbuds and cancer or other illnesses. Those suggesting the possible risks of using wireless earbuds agree that more and longer-term studies should explore whether there is a better basis for wireless earbuds safety standards than the one being used.”
8. Why are the videos removed from social platforms
A. Because they may give off radiation. B. Because they contain unreal messages.
C. Because they may cause health problems. D. Because they draw little attention of users.
9. How does Dr. Wagle feel about the problem of wireless earbuds
A. Incorrect. B. Impossible. C. Uncertain. D. Disappointed.
10. What is the purpose of paragraph 4
A. Introduce a topic. B. Give an example.
C. Present a reason. D. Provide a solution.
11. What does FCC mean about wireless earbuds use
A. We need further research on its safety. B. It has the perfect safety standards now.
C. It will not be connected with any illness. D. There is no need to worry about its risks.
D
Have you ever felt full after a meal but still wanted dessert (甜点) Or taken a cookie just because it was there Many of us find it hard to refuse sugar. In fact, a study showed that 94% of lab rats preferred sweetened water to cocaine (可卡因). While sugar is not as harmful, it influences our brain in a similar way, bringing us pleasure and making us want more.
It’s natural for our bodies to ask for sugar. However, unlike fruits and vegetables, some foods have high amounts of sugar added to them. According to Dr. Vera Tarman, this can make eating sugar addictive— similar to how coca leaves were safe, but cocaine was dangerous. “Signs include thinking about sweets all the time, eating even when full.” Dr. Tarman said, “many people feel a meal isn’t complete without dessert— it becomes a habit.”
Too much sugar can harm your health, leading to heart problems, headaches, and low energy. What’s worse, it can keep your blood sugar high, making you feel tired and unwell. To break the habit, Dr. Tarman suggests stopping sugar completely rather than slowly cutting down on it. The first five days may be difficult— you might feel easily annoyed or have trouble sleeping. But by the second week, these feelings weaken. By the third week, you won’t even miss sugar.
“Start family-wide dietary improvements by eliminating sugary food intake， developing healthier eating habits for all members. After a meal, do something else, like drinking tea or taking a walk, to avoid reaching for sweets.” said Dr. Tarman. “Keep telling yourself why you’re quitting— maybe to build energy or lose weight, and ask a friend to support you.”
Quitting sugar may seem impossible at first, but after a few weeks, your taste will change. An apple will taste sweeter, and you’ll enjoy the freedom from sugar addiction.
12. According to Dr. Tarman, what makes people addicted to sugar
A. Habit of dessert eating. B. Added sugar in a diet.
C. Natural need of bodies. D. Similarity to coca leaves.
13. What does Dr. Tarman suggest doing to avoid sugar addiction
A. Giving up sugar for good. B. Stopping eating sugar gradually.
C. Cutting down on sugar for two weeks. D. Weakening sugar influence slowly.
14. Which may replace the underlined word “eliminating” in paragraph 4
A. Making up. B. Applying for. C. Cutting out. D. Focusing on.
15. What positive change can you expect after quitting sugar
A. You can enjoy sweet foods freely. B. Apples will not taste sweet to you.
C. You are sure to have a sweet tooth. D. A better sense of taste may come along.
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。
Many of us have gotten into the habit of listening to podcasts, audiobooks and other online content at increased playback speeds. ____16____ One survey of students in California, for example, showed that 89% changed the playback speed of online lectures, while there are plenty of articles about how common speedy viewing has become.
It is easy to think of some advantages to watching things more quickly. It can let you enjoy more content in the same time, or go through the same piece of content several times to get the most out of it. ____17____ It might free up time for consolidating (巩固) knowledge or doing practice tests. Watching quickly is also a good way of making sure you focus on what you’re up to.
____18____ It turns out that there are one or two of those as well. Researchers point out that processing (处理) speech information in humans includes three steps of memory: receiving the information, storing it, and later understanding it. During the process, the brain needs time to collect the continuous speech, deal with words in real time and then understand their meanings.
People generally speak at a speed of about 150 words per minute, though doubling the speed to 300 or even tripling it to 450 words is still understandable. ____19____ At higher speaking speed, listeners may get the immediate meaning but store less information over time.
Incoming information is stored for a certain time in our memory, waiting to be reorganized and turned into a form that is ready for the long-term memory. Because memory space is limited, if too much information arrives too quickly it can be hard to deal with. ____20____
A. But what about the disadvantages
B. This leads to brain overload and loss of information.
C. For younger people, it might even be the common case.
D. This could be especially useful in an educational background.
E. Speeding up may save time, but it can weaken deep understanding.
F. The question is more about the quality of the memories that we form.
G. Fast listening might improve social communication among young people.
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四个选项中选出最佳选项。
After surviving two frightening days in the wake of Hurricane Beryl (飓风贝丽尔), one-year-old Liam was saved beside a highway near Texas. The storm had ____21____ the area with heavy winds and rain, yet the baby held fast to ____22____ against all challenges.
It was a driver named Marcus who first noticed something ____23____ on the grassy bank along the road. Slowing his truck, he realized it was a child. Marcus ____24____ at once and rushed toward the boy. As he drew closer, he saw the child shaking with clothes all ____25____. The little boy raised his head, his eyes ____26____ Marcus’s, tears beginning to fall, and ____27____ reaching out as if asking to be held.
Without thinking, Marcus ____28____ the boy into his arms, covering him with his own dry jacket. The child’s crying ____29____ into quiet sobs as Marcus carried him back to the ____30____ , where he offered water and called for help. ____31____ , after being sent to the hospital, Liam was soon reported in good condition ____32____ several insect bites (虫咬).
“He survived two days alone in a dangerous situation,” a report stated, “Video footage shows the baby moving toward the ____33____ on all fours — he is nothing short of a miracle (奇迹).”
News of Liam’s story spread quickly, ____34____ hearts across the community, becoming a sign of ____35____ — showing us that even in the fiercest storms, humanity can shine through.
21. A. hit B. armed C. served D. stressed
22. A. life B. dream C. peace D. love
23. A. unkind B. uneasy C. unfair D. unusual
24. A. set off B. sped up C. pulled over D. checked out
25. A. new B. wet C. clean D. heavy
26. A. directing B. blocking C. controlling D. meeting
27. A. legs B. arms C. ears D. feet
28. A. lifted B. turned C. fooled D. forced
29. A. widened B. deepened C. softened D. shortened
30. A. road B. bank C. truck D. hospital
31. A. Sadly B. Luckily C. Obviously D. Actually
32. A. rather than B. better than C. other than D. more than
33. A. storm B. family C. camera D. highway
34. A. hurting B. touching C. tracking D. opening
35. A. hope B. power C. success D. confidence
非选择题部分
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。
Peru, a country on the Pacific coast of South America, was the centre of the powerful ancient Inca Empire in the 1400s and 1500s. In the 16th century, Spain took control ____36____ Peru and ruled until 1821. It is for this reason that Spanish is the main ____37____ (office) language of the country.
If you want to travel around Peru, there are four places worth ____38____ visit. First, you can go by plane from Cusco into the Amazon rainforest, ____39____ you can take a boat to your accommodation and then spend three days ____40____ (explore) the rainforest with a local guide. Then, if you expect ____41____ (admire) the Incas’ unique architecture, Machu Picchu is the perfect place for you to visit. There you’ll be ____42____ (amaze) by the ancient city, especially its dry stone method of building. Cusco, the former capital of the Inca Empire, ____43____ (offer) fascinating museums to explore and excellent local foods to enjoy. From Cusco, you will drive along ____44____ (it) new highway for one day before arriving at Lake Titicaca. There, staying with a local Uros family will certainly satisfy your ____45____ (curious) about their life on the island.
第四部分 写作 （共两节，满分40分）
第一节 （满分15分）
46. 假设你是李华，你的英国笔友Adam听说你正面临“选科分班”，特地来信询问此事，并想了解你对此的感受和选择。请你给Adam回信，内容包括：
1.分享你做选择时的考虑（如兴趣、学科优势、未来梦想等）或遇到的困惑；
2.谈谈你最终的决定。
注意：
1. 词数100左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
Dear Adam,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Best regards,
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。
Last Saturday I received a call from my close friend, Peter. He asked me to help with his group who provided musical performances at the local hospitals. At first I was unwilling to go because of my unfinished homework, but I was finally persuaded into helping out this one time, which turned out to be an unforgettable and fruitful experience.
That evening, I was picked up by Peter and went to a local hospital with him, taking my guitar and hoping I could sing some solo songs with his musical group.
An extremely large hospital came into our sight. When guided into the hall, we were shocked to find so many patients and staff there. What we saw next aroused our sympathy. Some patients were in wheelchairs or with their arms in bandages, while others were with their drips attached. Some faces were rather pale; some wore worried expressions; some walked as fast as they could. Maybe their days seemed to be dull during the period of their treatment, so our coming brought some color into their lives. Seeing their happy faces, I thought it was worthwhile to join Peter's group.
Among the audience, I spotted one particular young girl aged about 16, who was wearing a head scarf and appeared to be more delighted than the others. When we started our performance, excitement filled the hall. Peter mentioned to me that the young girl I had noticed earlier was singing along with all our songs quietly to herself. At a break, out of curiosity, I asked one of the nurses about the girl. She said that the girl suffered serious burns and was under treatment and that she was a bit down these days, but our performance had lifted her spirits. Our songs moved all the people present. They all cheered for us, including the young girl and we were inspired. Facing these lovely people, we really wanted to do more.
注意：1、续写词数应为150左右；
2、请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
We asked the girl if she would like to sing with us.
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After her performance, I saw a change in the girl's eyes.
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英语答案
（全卷满分150分 考试时间120分钟）
选择题部分
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. What does the woman plan to do
A. See a film. B. Get new glasses. C. Close the shop.
2. What is the man good at
A. Handwriting. B. Typing. C. Copying.
3. What does the woman say about Peter
A. He forgets the date. B. He has already left. C. He is always on time.
4. Why did the woman phone David
A. To visit the zoo. B. To ask for leave. C. To do a business.
5. What will the speakers do tonight
A. Finish the woman’s work. B. Have dinner at home. C. Go to the concert.
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. Where will the woman go first
A. Toronto. B. Vancouver. C. Ottawa.
7. How will the woman go to Niagara Falls
A. By bus. B. By train. C. By boat.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What is the weather like
A. Cloudy. B. Rainy. C. Sunny.
9. What does the man care most
A. Fashion. B. Price. C. Warmth.
10. Who has the scarf on
A. The man. B. The woman. C. The woman’s cousin.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What does the woman want to talk about
A. A guest meeting. B. A new product. C. A financial report.
12. When will they have the talk
A. After lunch. B. At 3 p. m. C. Tomorrow morning.
13. Which word can describe the man
A. Well-scheduled. B. Highly-respected C. Openly-minded.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14. What is the woman doing
A. Giving a speech. B. Hosting a program. C. Teaching a class.
15. Why did the man move out gradually
A. To find a quiet place to paint.
B. To spend weekends with parents.
C. To get used to living alone slowly.
16. What does the man advise teenagers to do
A. Have fun willingly. B. Leave home slowly. C. Make decisions wisely.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. Why does the speaker give the talk
A. To plan a trip. B. To give a notice. C. To hold a party.
18. Which place is a no-parking area on Thursday morning
A. Kentucky Road. B. Delaware Avenue. C. New Jersey Street.
19. When can cars be parked in regular places
A. On Wednesday. B. On Thursday. C. On Friday.
20. Who is the speaker talking to
A. Tourists joining in the trip.
B. Friends coming to the party.
C. People living in the building.
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
Honolulu, Hawaii, recently passed a law making it unlawful to look down at a phone while crossing the street. It is the first big US city with a law like this. Do you think more places should pass such a law Following are some replies posted by netizens.
As humans, we can make our own decision. I’m not saying it’s safe, but we don’t need the government to babysit us like our parents. After all, we are grown-ups. If we want to learn to make good decisions, the government needs to stop telling us what to do. —Andrew from Oregon
This law makes sense. If all the states pass such a law, some people might not like it. But is there really a way to please everyone This would not be for fun. It would be for the safety of all Americans. —Grace from Alaska
People do many things that may hurt themselves but are not against the law, such as riding bikes, driving cars, and swimming. The list goes on and on. People might get hurt from looking at phones while walking if they’re not paying attention. Still, I believe people should have the freedom to choose. —Alice from Pennsylvania
What matters more — your phone or your safety If you’re staring at your screen while walking, you might miss a car coming or fail to see the traffic light turn red. Using your phone on the road can be unsafe. That’s why more cities should stop people looking at phones when crossing the street! —Sally from Seoul
1. Who may support newly passed the law
A. Andrew and Grace. B. Alice and Sally.
C. Andrew and Alice. D. Grace and Sally.
2. Which serves as a reason against the law
A. Laws may sometimes hurt people. B. Decisions should be made on one’s own.
C. The government can’t act as parents. D. Adults needn’t be concerned about safety.
3. Where does the passage probably come from
A. An online post. B. A research report.
C. A travel guide. D. A marketing survey.
【答案】1. D 2. B 3. A
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇应用文。介绍了美国檀香山通过的一项禁止过马路时看手机的法律，并呈现了四位网友对此的不同观点。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据Grace的回复“This law makes sense.(这项法律有道理)”以及“It would be for the safety of all Americans.(这是为了所有美国人的安全)”和Sally的回复“Using your phone on the road can be unsafe. That’s why more cities should stop people looking at phones when crossing the street! (在路上使用手机是不安全的。这就是为什么更多城市应该禁止人们在过马路时看手机)”可知，Grace和Sally都明确支持这项法律。故选D项。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Andrew的回复“I’m not saying it’s safe, but we don’t need the government to babysit us like our parents.(我并不是说这绝对安全，但我们也不需要政府像父母那样对我们进行监管照顾)”和Alice的回复“Still, I believe people should have the freedom to choose.(不过，我仍然认为人们应该有选择的自由)”可知，反对者的核心理由是政府不应过度干预，成年人应有自主决策权。B选项“每个人都应该自己做决定”准确地概括了这一理由。故选B项。
【3题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段第一句“Honolulu, Hawaii, recently passed a law making it unlawful to look down at a phone while crossing the street. (夏威夷的檀香山最近通过了一项法律，规定过马路时低头看手机是违法的)”可知，文章开篇引出话题。根据第一段最后一句“Following are some replies posted by netizens.(以下是一些网友的回复)”可知，就该话题一些网友进行了回复。随后以“—[网名] from [地点]”的形式呈现了四个人的不同观点，这是网络论坛发帖和回复格式。因此，该文章最有可能来自一篇网络帖子。故选A项。
B
At 102 years old, American doctor Howard Tucker holds a Guinness World Record as the oldest practicing doctor. Although he stopped seeing patients at 100, his life remains full of purpose, showing that passion (热情) is the best medicine against aging.
Dr. Tucker believes “retirement (退休) is the enemy of a long life.” He thinks having a reason to wake up each morning is important. Even after the hospital where he worked closed in 2022, he hasn’t completely ruled out returning to medical work. Today, he teaches future doctors and works on medico-legal cases, a job made possible by a law degree he earned at 67.
For Dr. Tucker, a long life isn’t just about good genes (基因) from his parents, who lived to 84 and 96, but more of his healthy lifestyle including following a simple diet, often missing lunch to have a clear head, exercising daily, walking at least four kilometers, and staying away from smoking while drinking a little alcohol. Dr. Tucker also says it’s important to keep the brain active. “If you retire from work, you should at least do something as a hobby,” he told Today. “You need something interesting for the brain daily.” Science backs him up. Research shows that ongoing learning, social connections, and a sense of purpose are all helpful for a healthy and long life.
Experiencing a fall in his late 80s that ended his skiing days with a broken neck, Tucker hasn’t lost his passion for life, always finding new ways to stay active instead. As he approaches his 103rd birthday, Dr. Tucker isn’t worried about death but focuses on living fully. For a man who has spent his life helping treat others, Dr. Howard Tucker’s greatest lesson is how to truly live.
4. How did Dr. Tucker fight against “the enemy of a long life”
A. He earned a law degree at 67. B. He worked as a medical instructor.
C. He woke up early each morning. D. He returned to the hospital in 2022.
5. What plays a greater role in Dr. Tucker’s long life
A. A healthy way of daily life. B. A clear and scientific mind.
C. As many hobbies as possible. D. Good genes from his family.
6. What happened to Dr. Tucker in his late 80s
A. He needed a passion for life. B. He started to learn how to ski.
C. He retired from medical practice. D. He remained active after an accident.
7. Which of the following best describes Dr. Tucker
A. Strict and curious. B. Careful and adventurous.
C. Positive and purposeful. D. Grateful and responsible.
【答案】4. B 5. A 6. D 7. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章讲述了102岁的美国医生霍华德 塔克是吉尼斯纪录认证的最年长执业医生，他认为退休是长寿天敌，100岁才停诊，如今仍教学、处理法医案件。他的长寿得益于健康生活方式与活跃大脑，尽显积极有目标的人生态度。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“Dr. Tucker believes “retirement (退休) is the enemy of a long life.” He thinks having a reason to wake up each morning is important. Even after the hospital where he worked closed in 2022, he hasn’t completely ruled out returning to medical work. Today, he teaches future doctors and works on medico-legal cases. a job made possible by a law degree he earned at 67.(塔克博士认为“退休会缩短人的寿命”。他认为每天早上有个明确的起床理由很重要。即便他工作过的那家医院在2022年关闭了，他也没有完全放弃重返医疗行业的想法。如今，他为未来的医生授课，并处理医疗法律相关案件。这一切都得益于他在67岁时获得的法学学位)”可知，塔克医生对抗退休的方式是持续保持生活目标。故选B。
【5题详解】
细节理解题。根据第三段“For Dr. Tucker, a long life isn’t just about good genes (基因) from his parents, who lived to 84 and 96, but more of his healthy lifestyle including following a simple diet, often missing lunch to have a clear head, exercising daily, walking at least four kilometers, and staying away from smoking while drinking a little alcohol.(对于塔克医生来说，长寿不仅仅得益于他父母良好的基因（他父母分别活到了84岁和96岁），还在于他保持的健康生活方式，比如遵循简单的饮食习惯、经常不吃午餐以便头脑清醒、每天锻炼、每天至少步行四公里，以及远离吸烟同时适量饮酒)”可知，在塔克医生漫长的一生中，健康的日常生活方式起到了更大的作用。故选A。
【6题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一段“Experiencing a fall in his late 80s that ended his skiing days with a broken neck, Tucker hasn’t lost his passion for life, always finding new ways to stay active instead.(塔克在80多岁时遭遇了一次摔倒，导致颈部骨折，结束了他滑雪的生涯。但他并未丧失对生活的热情，而是始终寻找着新的方式来保持活力)”可知，塔克医生在80多岁遭遇事故后仍保持着活跃的状态。故选D。
【7题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段“Dr. Tucker believes “retirement (退休) is the enemy of a long life.” He thinks having a reason to wake up each morning is important. Even after the hospital where he worked closed in 2022, he hasn’t completely ruled out returning to medical work. Today, he teaches future doctors and works on medico-legal cases, a job made possible by a law degree he earned at 67.(塔克博士认为“退休会缩短人的寿命”。他认为每天早上有个明确的起床理由很重要。即便他工作过的那家医院在2022年关闭了，他也没有完全放弃重返医疗行业的想法。如今，他为未来的医生授课，并处理医疗法律相关案件。这一切都得益于他在67岁时获得的法学学位)”以及最后一段“Experiencing a fall in his late 80s that ended his skiing days with a broken neck, Tucker hasn’t lost his passion for life, always finding new ways to stay active instead.(塔克在80多岁时遭遇了一次摔倒，导致颈部骨折，结束了他滑雪的生涯。但他并未丧失对生活的热情，而是始终寻找着新的方式来保持活力)”可知，Dr. Tucker102岁仍保持生活目标（教学、处理法医案件），体现“有目标（purposeful）”；面对摔倒事故仍不放弃热情，专注充实生活，体现“积极乐观（positive）”。故选C。
C
A recent video made the rounds to thousands of users for its argument: “Why you MUST throw away your AirPods.” In it, the user argued that wireless earbuds (无线耳机) “sit inside your head and cook your brain” because of the radiation (辐射) they give off. Similar videos have been found across different social media platforms, warning that wireless earbuds can cause cancer, memory loss, tiredness and other health problems.
A few social platforms have removed these videos, stating they spread medical misinformation. But is there any truth to these warnings Are you risking your health for the convenience of wireless headphones, or are you increasing your risk for brain cancer
“This is a very common worry and a question that I hear often from my patients: They want to know if their phones or earbuds caused their brain cancer,” says Dr Naveed Wagle, a neuro-oncologist. “The short answer is it’s probably not the only cause,” Dr Wagle says, “but we don’t have enough information yet to say for sure or to know if it’s a cause.”
While wireless technology has been there since the late 1990s, wireless earbuds have only come on the scene in the past few years. This short period means that there’s a lot of scientists who still just don’t know about the long-term health influences, especially for people who use them for hours every day.
Here’s what the United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC) says about wireless earbuds and your health: “At present, no scientific evidence (证据) suggests a connection between wireless earbuds and cancer or other illnesses. Those suggesting the possible risks of using wireless earbuds agree that more and longer-term studies should explore whether there is a better basis for wireless earbuds safety standards than the one being used.”
8. Why are the videos removed from social platforms
A. Because they may give off radiation. B. Because they contain unreal messages.
C. Because they may cause health problems. D. Because they draw little attention of users.
9. How does Dr. Wagle feel about the problem of wireless earbuds
A. Incorrect. B. Impossible. C. Uncertain. D. Disappointed.
10. What is the purpose of paragraph 4
A. Introduce a topic. B. Give an example.
C. Present a reason. D. Provide a solution.
11. What does FCC mean about wireless earbuds use
A. We need further research on its safety. B. It has the perfect safety standards now.
C. It will not be connected with any illness. D. There is no need to worry about its risks.
【答案】8. B 9. C 10. C 11. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讨论了关于无线耳机可能对健康造成影响的传言及其科学依据。
【8题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段中“A few social platforms have removed these videos, stating they spread medical misinformation.(一些社交平台删除了这些视频，称它们传播了医疗错误信息。)”可知，这些视频被删除是因为它们传播了医疗错误信息，即含有不真实的消息。故选B。
【9题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段中““The short answer is it’s probably not the only cause,” Dr Wagle says, “but we don’t have enough information yet to say for sure or to know if it’s a cause.”(“简短的回答是，它可能不是唯一的原因，”瓦格尔博士说，“但我们还没有足够的信息来确定，或者知道它是否是原因。”)”可知，瓦格尔博士认为无线耳机可能不是导致健康问题的唯一原因，但目前还没有足够的信息来确定或知道它是否是原因，因此他对这个问题感到不确定。故选C。
【10题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段“While wireless technology has been there since the late 1990s, wireless earbuds have only come on the scene in the past few years. This short period means that there’s a lot of scientists who still just don’t know about the long-term health influences, especially for people who use them for hours every day.(虽然无线技术自20世纪90年代末就已经存在，但无线耳机直到最近几年才出现。这个短暂的时间意味着很多科学家仍然不知道它们对健康的长期影响，特别是对于那些每天使用它们几个小时的人来说。)”可知，本段解释了为什么科学家们对无线耳机的长期健康影响知之甚少，即无线耳机出现的时间较短，因此本段的目的是呈现一个原因。故选C。
【11题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一段“Those suggesting the possible risks of using wireless earbuds agree that more and longer-term studies should explore whether there is a better basis for wireless earbuds safety standards than the one being used.(那些提出使用无线耳机可能存在风险的人同意，应该进行更多和更长期的研究，以探索是否有比目前使用的更好的无线耳机安全标准基础。)”可知，美国联邦通信委员会（FCC）认为关于无线耳机的安全性需要进一步的研究。故选A。
D
Have you ever felt full after a meal but still wanted dessert (甜点) Or taken a cookie just because it was there Many of us find it hard to refuse sugar. In fact, a study showed that 94% of lab rats preferred sweetened water to cocaine (可卡因). While sugar is not as harmful, it influences our brain in a similar way, bringing us pleasure and making us want more.
It’s natural for our bodies to ask for sugar. However, unlike fruits and vegetables, some foods have high amounts of sugar added to them. According to Dr. Vera Tarman, this can make eating sugar addictive— similar to how coca leaves were safe, but cocaine was dangerous. “Signs include thinking about sweets all the time, eating even when full.” Dr. Tarman said, “many people feel a meal isn’t complete without dessert— it becomes a habit.”
Too much sugar can harm your health, leading to heart problems, headaches, and low energy. What’s worse, it can keep your blood sugar high, making you feel tired and unwell. To break the habit, Dr. Tarman suggests stopping sugar completely rather than slowly cutting down on it. The first five days may be difficult— you might feel easily annoyed or have trouble sleeping. But by the second week, these feelings weaken. By the third week, you won’t even miss sugar.
“Start family-wide dietary improvements by eliminating sugary food intake, developing healthier eating habits for all members. After a meal, do something else, like drinking tea or taking a walk, to avoid reaching for sweets.” said Dr. Tarman. “Keep telling yourself why you’re quitting— maybe to build energy or lose weight, and ask a friend to support you.”
Quitting sugar may seem impossible at first, but after a few weeks, your taste will change. An apple will taste sweeter, and you’ll enjoy the freedom from sugar addiction.
12. According to Dr. Tarman, what makes people addicted to sugar
A. Habit of dessert eating. B. Added sugar in a diet.
C. Natural need of bodies. D. Similarity to coca leaves.
13. What does Dr. Tarman suggest doing to avoid sugar addiction
A. Giving up sugar for good. B. Stopping eating sugar gradually.
C. Cutting down on sugar for two weeks. D. Weakening sugar influence slowly.
14. Which may replace the underlined word “eliminating” in paragraph 4
A. Making up. B. Applying for. C. Cutting out. D. Focusing on.
15. What positive change can you expect after quitting sugar
A. You can enjoy sweet foods freely. B. Apples will not taste sweet to you.
C. You are sure to have a sweet tooth. D. A better sense of taste may come along.
【答案】12. B 13. A 14. C 15. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了人们易对添加糖上瘾的现象、过量吃糖的危害，以及塔尔曼博士提出的彻底戒糖等相关建议。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第二段“However, unlike fruits and vegetables, some foods have high amounts of sugar added to them. According to Dr. Vera Tarman, this can make eating sugar addictive— similar to how coca leaves were safe, but cocaine was dangerous.(然而，不同于水果和蔬菜，有些食物中添加了大量糖分。Vera Tarman博士表示，这会让吃糖变得上瘾——就像古柯叶本身是安全的，但可卡因却具有危害性一样)”可知，Tarman博士认为饮食中添加的大量糖分让人对糖上瘾。故选B。
【13题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第三段“To break the habit, Dr. Tarman suggests stopping sugar completely rather than slowly cutting down on it.(要打破这个习惯，Tarman博士建议彻底戒糖，而不是慢慢减少摄入量)”可知，Tarman博士建议彻底戒糖来避免糖瘾。故选A。
【14题详解】
词句猜测题。根据划线单词所在句““Start family-wide dietary improvements by eliminating sugary food intake, developing healthier eating habits for all members. After a meal, do something else, like drinking tea or taking a walk, to avoid reaching for sweets.” said Dr. Tarman.(“全家一起改善饮食，eliminating含糖食物，为所有家庭成员培养更健康的饮食习惯。饭后可以做点别的事，比如喝茶或散步，避免伸手去拿甜食。”Tarman博士说)”可知，此处是为了培养健康饮食习惯，需通过“戒掉含糖食物摄入”来改善饮食，“eliminating”意为“去除、戒掉”。选项C“cutting out”意为“停止、戒除”，符合句意。故选C。
【15题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“Quitting sugar may seem impossible at first, but after a few weeks, your taste will change. An apple will taste sweeter, and you’ll enjoy the freedom from sugar addiction.(一开始，戒糖似乎是不可能的事，但几周后，你的味觉会发生改变。苹果会尝起来更甜，你也会享受摆脱糖瘾后的自由)”可知，戒糖后味觉会发生积极改变，即更好的味觉可能会随之而来。。故选D。
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Many of us have gotten into the habit of listening to podcasts, audiobooks and other online content at increased playback speeds. ____16____ One survey of students in California, for example, showed that 89% changed the playback speed of online lectures, while there are plenty of articles about how common speedy viewing has become.
It is easy to think of some advantages to watching things more quickly. It can let you enjoy more content in the same time, or go through the same piece of content several times to get the most out of it. ____17____ It might free up time for consolidating (巩固) knowledge or doing practice tests. Watching quickly is also a good way of making sure you focus on what you’re up to.
____18____ It turns out that there are one or two of those as well. Researchers point out that processing (处理) speech information in humans includes three steps of memory: receiving the information, storing it, and later understanding it. During the process, the brain needs time to collect the continuous speech, deal with words in real time and then understand their meanings.
People generally speak at a speed of about 150 words per minute, though doubling the speed to 300 or even tripling it to 450 words is still understandable. ____19____ At higher speaking speed, listeners may get the immediate meaning but store less information over time.
Incoming information is stored for a certain time in our memory, waiting to be reorganized and turned into a form that is ready for the long-term memory. Because memory space is limited, if too much information arrives too quickly it can be hard to deal with. ____20____
A. But what about the disadvantages
B. This leads to brain overload and loss of information.
C. For younger people, it might even be the common case.
D. This could be especially useful in an educational background.
E. Speeding up may save time, but it can weaken deep understanding.
F. The question is more about the quality of the memories that we form.
G. Fast listening might improve social communication among young people.
【答案】16. C 17. D 18. A 19. F 20. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章指出很多人（尤其年轻人）习惯加速收听观看在线内容，这能节省时间、提升专注度，在教育场景也有用，但高语速会影响大脑信息存储与深度理解，还可能导致大脑过载、信息丢失。
【16题详解】
根据上文“Many of us have gotten into the habit of listening to podcasts, audiobooks and other online content at increased playback speeds. (我们很多人已经养成了以较快速度收听播客、有声读物以及其他在线内容的习惯。)”以及后文“One survey of students in California, for example, showed that 89% changed the playback speed of online lectures, while there are plenty of articles about how common speedy viewing has become. (例如，对加利福尼亚州学生的一项调查表明，89%的学生会调整在线课程的播放速度，而且关于人们普遍采用快速观看方式这一现象的文章也比比皆是。)”可知，前文提到很多人习惯加速收听观看在线内容，后文用加州学生调查（89% 调整课程播放速度）举例说明这一现象的普遍性。选项C（对年轻人来说，这甚至可能是常态。）衔接前文“普遍习惯”，引出后文学生群体的具体案例，让逻辑更连贯。故选C。
【17题详解】
根据上文“It is easy to think of some advantages to watching things more quickly. It can let you enjoy more content in the same time, or go through the same piece of content several times to get the most out of it. (很容易就能想到快速观看内容的一些好处。它能让你在相同的时间内欣赏到更多的内容，或者反复观看同一段内容以充分领会其内涵。)”以及后文“It might free up time for consolidating (巩固) knowledge or doing practice tests. Watching quickly is also a good way of making sure you focus on what you’re up to. (这或许能为你腾出时间来巩固知识或者进行模拟测试。快速观看也是一种确保你专注于当前任务的好方法。)”可知，前文列举加速观看的优势（同一时间获取更多内容、反复学习），后文提到“腾出时间巩固知识或做练习题”，指向教育场景。选项D（这在教育背景下可能特别有用。）将前文的优势与后文的教育相关用途结合，精准衔接语义，符合语境。故选D。
【18题详解】
根据后文“It turns out that there are one or two of those as well. Researchers point out that processing (处理) speech information in humans includes three steps of memory: receiving the information, storing it, and later understanding it. During the process, the brain needs time to collect the continuous speech, deal with words in real time and then understand their meanings. (结果发现，实际上也有这样的情况。研究人员指出，人类处理语音信息的过程包含三个记忆步骤：接收信息、存储信息以及之后理解信息。在这个过程中，大脑需要时间来收集连续的语音内容、实时处理单词，并最终理解其含义。)”可知，前文全是加速观看的好处，后文转而讨论大脑处理语言信息的步骤，暗示存在弊端。选项A（但缺点呢？）以转折问句引出下文对劣势的分析，起到承上启下的关键作用。故选A。
【19题详解】
根据上文“People generally speak at a speed of about 150 words per minute, though doubling the speed to 300 or even tripling it to 450 words is still understandable. (人们通常的说话速度约为每分钟150个单词，即便将速度提高到300个或甚至更高达到450个单词每分钟，也是可以理解的。)”以及后文“At higher speaking speed, listeners may get the immediate meaning but store less information over time .(在语速较快的情况下，听众可能会较快理解其意思，但随着时间的推移，他们所记住的信息会相对较少。)”可知，前文说加速到 300-450词/分钟仍可理解，后文强调“高语速下长期记忆存储的信息更少”，核心聚焦“记忆质量”。选项 F（问题更多在于我们形成的记忆质量。）衔接前文“可理解”与后文 “记忆存储不足”，点明讨论重点的转变。故选F。
【20题详解】
根据上文“Incoming information is stored for a certain time in our memory, waiting to be reorganized and turned into a form that is ready for the long-term memory. Because memory space is limited, if too much information arrives too quickly it can be hard to deal with. (新接收的信息会在我们的记忆中保存一段时间，等待被重新整理并转化为适合长期记忆的形式。由于记忆空间有限，如果信息来得太快且太多，就可能会难以处理。)”可知，前文解释记忆空间有限，过快涌入的信息难以处理。选项B（这会导致大脑过载和信息丢失。）是前文“信息过量过快”的直接结果，总结前文逻辑，让论证闭环。故选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四个选项中选出最佳选项。
After surviving two frightening days in the wake of Hurricane Beryl (飓风贝丽尔), one-year-old Liam was saved beside a highway near Texas. The storm had ____21____ the area with heavy winds and rain, yet the baby held fast to ____22____ against all challenges.
It was a driver named Marcus who first noticed something ____23____ on the grassy bank along the road. Slowing his truck, he realized it was a child. Marcus ____24____ at once and rushed toward the boy. As he drew closer, he saw the child shaking with clothes all ____25____. The little boy raised his head, his eyes ____26____ Marcus’s, tears beginning to fall, and ____27____ reaching out as if asking to be held.
Without thinking, Marcus ____28____ the boy into his arms, covering him with his own dry jacket. The child’s crying ____29____ into quiet sobs as Marcus carried him back to the ____30____ , where he offered water and called for help. ____31____ , after being sent to the hospital, Liam was soon reported in good condition ____32____ several insect bites (虫咬).
“He survived two days alone in a dangerous situation,” a report stated, “Video footage shows the baby moving toward the ____33____ on all fours — he is nothing short of a miracle (奇迹).”
News of Liam’s story spread quickly, ____34____ hearts across the community, becoming a sign of ____35____ — showing us that even in the fiercest storms, humanity can shine through.
21. A. hit B. armed C. served D. stressed
22. A. life B. dream C. peace D. love
23. A. unkind B. uneasy C. unfair D. unusual
24. A. set off B. sped up C. pulled over D. checked out
25. A. new B. wet C. clean D. heavy
26. A. directing B. blocking C. controlling D. meeting
27. A. legs B. arms C. ears D. feet
28. A. lifted B. turned C. fooled D. forced
29. A. widened B. deepened C. softened D. shortened
30. A. road B. bank C. truck D. hospital
31. A. Sadly B. Luckily C. Obviously D. Actually
32. A. rather than B. better than C. other than D. more than
33. A. storm B. family C. camera D. highway
34. A. hurting B. touching C. tracking D. opening
35. A. hope B. power C. success D. confidence
【答案】21. A 22. A 23. D 24. C 25. B 26. D 27. B 28. A 29. C 30. C 31. B 32. C 33. D 34. B 35. A
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇新闻报道。文章讲述了飓风“贝丽尔”过后，仅一岁的幼儿利亚姆在公路旁被司机马库斯发现，经历了两天的暴风雨后奇迹生还，感动社区，成为风暴中人性光辉的象征。
【21题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：风暴袭击了该地区，带来了狂风暴雨，但这个婴儿顶住了一切挑战，坚守住了生命。A. hit击打，击中，袭击；B. armed备战，提供，配备；C. served服务，提供；D. stressed重读，强调。根据下文“with heavy winds and rain”可知，暴风雨袭击了这个地区。故选A项。
【22题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：风暴袭击了该地区，带来了狂风暴雨，但这个婴儿顶住了一切挑战，坚守住了生命。A. life生活，生命；B. dream梦想，梦；C. peace和平，安宁；D. love爱，热爱。根据上文“After surviving two frightening days in the wake of Hurricane Beryl (飓风贝丽尔), one-year-old Liam was saved beside a highway near Texas.”可知，经历了两天的暴风雨后，这个孩子活下来了，短语hold fast to意思是“紧紧抓住、坚守、坚持”，婴儿在灾难中坚持求生，强调其顽强生存。故选A项。
【23题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：是一位名叫马库斯的司机首先注意到路边的草地上有一些不寻常的东西。A. unkind不善良的；B. uneasy不安的；C. unfair不公平的；D. unusual不寻常的。根据下文“Slowing his truck, he realized it was a child.”可知，他停下车是因为看到草地上有个孩子，这是非同寻常的，所以引起他的注意下车去查看。故选D项。
【24题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：马库斯立刻把车停在路边，向男孩冲去。A. set off出发，引燃；B. sped up加速；C. pulled over靠边停车；D. checked out结账离开。根据上文“Slowing his truck, he realized it was a child.”及下文“and rushed toward the boy.”可知，他减速观察，意识到是个孩子，应该是先把卡车靠边停好再下车跑到孩子那里。故选C项。
【25题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：当他走近时，他看到那个孩子浑身湿透，在颤抖。A. new新的；B. wet湿的；C. clean干净的；D. heavy沉重的。根据上文“After surviving two frightening days in the wake of Hurricane Beryl (飓风贝丽尔), one-year-old Liam was saved beside a highway near Texas.”及“It was a driver named Marcus who first noticed something __3__ on the grassy bank along the road. Slowing his truck, he realized it was a child.”可知，这个孩子是在户外草地上被发现的，身上所有衣物应该是湿透的。故选B项。
【26题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：小男孩抬起头，他的目光与马库斯的目光相遇，眼泪开始滑落，他伸出双臂，好像在请求他的拥抱。A. directing指导，指挥；B. blocking堵塞；C. controlling控制；D. meeting遇见，相遇。根据下文“tears beginning to fall, and __7__ reaching out as if asking to be held”可知，孩子看到了马库斯并哭着要抱，这里填meeting指孩子和马库斯对视，彼此看到了对方。故选D项。
【27题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：小男孩抬起头，他的目光与马库斯的目光相遇，眼泪开始滑落，他伸出双臂，好像在请求他的拥抱。A. legs腿；B. arms胳膊；C. ears耳朵；D. feet脚。根据下文“reaching out as if asking to be held”可知，请求被拥抱，应该是伸出胳膊，短语reach out可表示“（手/胳膊）伸出”。故选B项。
【28题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：马库斯不假思索地把男孩抱在怀里，用自己的干夹克盖住他。A. lifted举起，(被)提起；B. turned转弯；C. fooled愚弄，欺骗；D. forced逼迫。根据上文“on the grassy bank along the road”及空后“into his arms”可知，孩子原本在草地上，这里指马库斯把孩子抱了起来。故选A项。
【29题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：当马库斯抱着孩子回到卡车上时，孩子的哭声变成了安静的抽泣，他给他喝了水并呼救。A. widened加宽；B. deepened加深，变深；C. softened软化；削弱；D. shortened缩短。根据本处“crying __9__ into quiet sobs”可知，crying是大哭的意思，后面sobs是无声抽泣，这里指孩子的哭声减弱。故选C项。
【30题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：当马库斯抱着孩子回到卡车上时，孩子的哭声变成了安静的抽泣，他给他喝了水并呼救。A. road公路；B. bank银行，堤岸；C. truck卡车；D. hospital医院。根据上文“Slowing his truck, he realized it was a child. Marcus __4_ at once and rushed toward the boy.”及空前“Marcus carried him back to”可知，马库斯是从卡车上下来的，此处抱着孩子回到自己的卡车上。故选C项。
【31题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：幸运的是，在被送往医院后，利亚姆很快就被报告说除了几处被昆虫叮咬之外身体状况良好。A. Sadly令人伤心地； B. Luckily幸运地；C. Obviously显然；D. Actually实际上。根据下文“after being sent to the hospital, Liam was soon reported in good condition ___12__ several insect bites (虫咬).”可知，孩子在外受到风吹雨淋，身体没有受伤生病，身体状况良好，这是很幸运的。故选B项。
【32题详解】
考查介词短语辨析。句意：幸运的是，在被送往医院后，利亚姆很快就被报告说除了几处被昆虫叮咬之外身体状况良好。A. rather than而不是；B. better than好于，比……好；C. other than除……之外；D. more than多于，不仅仅。根据上文“in good condition”及下文“several insect bites”可知，孩子身上除几处昆虫叮咬之外身体很好，没有什么其他严重的问题。故选C项。
【33题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：视频画面显示，这个婴儿四肢着地朝高速公路移动——他简直是个奇迹。A. storm暴风雨；B. family家庭，家人；C. camera照相机，摄像头；D. highway高速公路。根据上文第一段“After surviving two frightening days in the wake of Hurricane Beryl (飓风贝丽尔), one-year-old Liam was saved beside a highway near Texas.”可知，孩子是在一条高速公路边上被发现的，视频拍到的应该是孩子向着高速公路爬行，highway此处是原词复现。故选D项。
【34题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：利亚姆的故事迅速传播开来，感动了整个社区的心，成为希望的象征——向我们表明，即使在最猛烈的风暴中，人性也能发光。A. hurting伤害，使受伤；B. touching触碰，感动；C. tracking跟踪，追踪；D. opening打开，开创。根据上文“News of Liam’s story spread quickly”及后面宾语“hearts across the community”可知，此处指这个孩子经历暴风雨奇迹生还的故事感动了人们的心。故选B项。
【35题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：利亚姆的故事迅速传播开来，感动了整个社区的心，成为希望的象征——向我们表明，即使在最猛烈的风暴中，人性也能发光。A. hope希望；B. power力量，权利；C. success成功；D. confidence信心，自信。根据下文“showing us that even in the fiercest storms, humanity can shine through.”可知，利亚姆的故事让我们认识到，遭遇猛烈的暴风雨只要不放弃也会有奇迹发生，永远不要放弃希望，利亚姆的生还就是希望的象征。故选A项。
非选择题部分
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。
Peru, a country on the Pacific coast of South America, was the centre of the powerful ancient Inca Empire in the 1400s and 1500s. In the 16th century, Spain took control ____36____ Peru and ruled until 1821. It is for this reason that Spanish is the main ____37____ (office) language of the country.
If you want to travel around Peru, there are four places worth ____38____ visit. First, you can go by plane from Cusco into the Amazon rainforest, ____39____ you can take a boat to your accommodation and then spend three days ____40____ (explore) the rainforest with a local guide. Then, if you expect ____41____ (admire) the Incas’ unique architecture, Machu Picchu is the perfect place for you to visit. There you’ll be ____42____ (amaze) by the ancient city, especially its dry stone method of building. Cusco, the former capital of the Inca Empire, ____43____ (offer) fascinating museums to explore and excellent local foods to enjoy. From Cusco, you will drive along ____44____ (it) new highway for one day before arriving at Lake Titicaca. There, staying with a local Uros family will certainly satisfy your ____45____ (curious) about their life on the island.
【答案】36. of 37. official
38. a 39. where
40. exploring
41. to admire
42. amazed 43. offers
44. its 45. curiosity
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了秘鲁的历史、语言及值得游览的四个地方。
【36题详解】
考查介词。句意：16世纪，西班牙控制了秘鲁，一直统治到1821年。take control of为固定短语，意为“控制”，所以此处应用介词of。故填of。
【37题详解】
考查形容词。句意：正是由于这个原因，西班牙语是该国的主要官方语言。修饰名词language，应用形容词official“官方的”，作定语。故填official。
【38题详解】
考查冠词。句意：如果你想环游秘鲁，有四个值得一游的地方。此处表示泛指“值得一游”，且visit发音以辅音音素开头，用不定冠词a修饰。故填a。
【39题详解】
考查定语从句。句意：首先，你可以从库斯科乘飞机进入亚马逊雨林，在那里你可以乘船到达你的住处，然后在当地导游的带领下花三天时间探索雨林。本空引导的非限制性定语从句，先行词为the Amazon rainforest，关系词代替先行词在从句中作地点状语，用关系副词where引导从句。故填where。
【40题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：首先，你可以从库斯科乘飞机进入亚马逊雨林，在那里你可以乘船到达你的住处，然后在当地导游的带领下花三天时间探索雨林。spend time (in) doing sth.为固定句型，意为“花费时间做某事”，用explore“探索”的动名词形式作宾语。故填exploring。
【41题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：然后，如果你期待欣赏印加人独特的建筑，马丘比丘是你参观的绝佳去处。expect to do sth.为固定句型，意为“期待做某事”，所以此处应用动词admire“欣赏”的不定式，作宾语。故填to admire。
【42题详解】
考查形容词。句意：在那里，你会对这座古城感到惊讶，尤其是它的干石建筑方法。be amazed by为固定短语，意为“对……感到惊讶”，所以此处应用形容词amazed“感到惊讶的”，修饰人，作表语。故填amazed。
【43题详解】
考查时态和主谓一致。句意：库斯科是印加帝国的前首都，提供令人着迷的博物馆供探索，还有美味的当地食物供享用。本句陈述一般事实，时态应用一般现在时，主语Cusco为第三人称单数，所以谓语动词应用offer“提供”的第三人称单数形式。故填offers。
【44题详解】
考查代词。句意：从库斯科出发，你将沿着它的新公路行驶一天，然后到达的的喀喀湖。修饰名词highway，应用形容词性物主代词its“它的”，作定语。故填its。
【45题详解】
考查名词。句意：在那里，和当地的乌鲁斯家庭住在一起一定会满足你对他们在岛上的生活的好奇心。本空作satisfy的宾语，用名词curiosity“好奇心”，不可数名词。故填curiosity。
第四部分 写作 （共两节，满分40分）
第一节 （满分15分）
46. 假设你是李华，你的英国笔友Adam听说你正面临“选科分班”，特地来信询问此事，并想了解你对此的感受和选择。请你给Adam回信，内容包括：
1.分享你做选择时的考虑（如兴趣、学科优势、未来梦想等）或遇到的困惑；
2.谈谈你最终的决定。
注意：
1. 词数100左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
Dear Adam,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Best regards,
Li Hua
【答案】例文
Dear Adam,
Thank you so much for your thoughtful letter. It’s true that we’re currently making the important decision about which subjects to focus on.
This choice was not an easy one for me. While I’ve always enjoyed literature and history for their imaginative depth, I also recognize the importance of science subjects like physics and maths. What eventually guided my decision was my long-term goal of becoming an engineer. After much reflection, I feel motivated and ready for the challenge.
I’d love to know how subject choices are handled in your country. Looking forward to your reply.
Best regards,
Li Hua
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文，要求考生给英国笔友Adam回封信，分享你在选科分班做选择时的考虑（如兴趣、学科优势、未来梦想等）或遇到的困惑并谈谈你最终的决定。
【详解】1.词汇积累
考虑周到的：thoughtful→considerate
目前：currently→presently
选择：choice→option
重要性：importance→significance
2.句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句：After much reflection, I feel motivated and ready for the challenge.
拓展句：Since I have reflected a lot, I feel motivated and ready for the challenge.
【点睛】[高分句型1] It’s true that we’re currently making the important decision about which subjects to focus on. (运用了it作形式主语，that引导主语从句和“介词+which”引导的限制性定语从句)
[高分句型2] While I’ve always enjoyed literature and history for their imaginative depth, I also recognize the importance of science subjects like physics and maths. (运用了while引导的让步状语从句)
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。
Last Saturday I received a call from my close friend, Peter. He asked me to help with his group who provided musical performances at the local hospitals. At first I was unwilling to go because of my unfinished homework, but I was finally persuaded into helping out this one time, which turned out to be an unforgettable and fruitful experience.
That evening, I was picked up by Peter and went to a local hospital with him, taking my guitar and hoping I could sing some solo songs with his musical group.
An extremely large hospital came into our sight. When guided into the hall, we were shocked to find so many patients and staff there. What we saw next aroused our sympathy. Some patients were in wheelchairs or with their arms in bandages, while others were with their drips attached. Some faces were rather pale; some wore worried expressions; some walked as fast as they could. Maybe their days seemed to be dull during the period of their treatment, so our coming brought some color into their lives. Seeing their happy faces, I thought it was worthwhile to join Peter's group.
Among the audience, I spotted one particular young girl aged about 16, who was wearing a head scarf and appeared to be more delighted than the others. When we started our performance, excitement filled the hall. Peter mentioned to me that the young girl I had noticed earlier was singing along with all our songs quietly to herself. At a break, out of curiosity, I asked one of the nurses about the girl. She said that the girl suffered serious burns and was under treatment and that she was a bit down these days, but our performance had lifted her spirits. Our songs moved all the people present. They all cheered for us, including the young girl and we were inspired. Facing these lovely people, we really wanted to do more.
注意：1、续写词数应为150左右；
2、请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
We asked the girl if she would like to sing with us.
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After her performance, I saw a change in the girl's eyes.
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【答案】One possible version:
Paragraph 1:
We asked the girl if she would like to sing with us. At first, she refused our suggestion without the slightest hesitation, saying she had never sung in front of audience before. Additionally, she was afraid of messing it up. However, after our constant encouragement and persuasion, she finally made up her mind to give it a shot as part of our group. Surprisingly, her soft and melodious voice made her performance a great success. All the audience burst into deafening applause and cheers which lasted for several minutes at the end of her performance.
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After her performance, I saw a change in the girl’s eyes. They seemed much brighter than when we had first met her just a couple of hours ago. She appeared to have gained a lot of confidence from this experience. She told me we had made her day. A bright smile spread across the little girl’s face. I was pleased that I neither missed the opportunity to help others nor just thought of myself and my own needs. Not only stepping out did help those in need, but also it allow me to taste the sweetness of helping others.
【解析】
【分析】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了作者和朋友一起去当地的医院为病人弹奏音乐，给他们带来快乐的故事，观众中的一个女孩引起了作者的注意。
【详解】1.段落续写：
由第一段首句内容“我们问那个女孩是否愿意和我们一起唱歌。”可知，第一段可描写女孩在作者他们的极力邀请之下参加了演出，她的美好的声音并得到了观众们的赞扬。
由第二段首句内容“在她的表演结束后，我看到那女孩的眼睛发生了变化。”可知，第二段可描写女孩的变化和作者从这件事中获得的感悟。
2.续写线索：邀请唱歌——女孩唱歌——得到掌声——女孩的变化——感悟
3.词汇激活
行为类
①下定决心：make up one’s mind/determine/set one’s teeth
②.陷入困境：mess up/get into hot water/get into a jam
③.拒绝：refuse/shake his head/decline/refuse politely
情绪类
①.吃惊；出乎意料：surprisingly/alarmingly
②.高兴：pleased/glad/happy/delighted
【点睛】[高分句型1].
At first, she refused our suggestion without the slightest hesitation, saying she had never sung in front of audience before.使用了现在分词作状语
[高分句型2].
All the audience burst into deafening applause and cheers which lasted for several minutes at the end of her performance. 使用了定语从句
[高分句型3].
I was pleased that I neither missed the opportunity to help others nor just thought of myself and my own needs. 使用了宾语从句和不定式作定语

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