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湖北天门市2025-2026学年度第一学期教学质量监测高二英语试题
第一部分 听力 (共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话读两遍。
1. Where does the conversation most probably take place
A. In a library. B. In a bookstore. C. In a classroom.
2. What is the woman going to do this weekend
A. Attend a wedding. B. Visit her grandma. C. Go hiking with friends.
3. How much does the man need to pay
A. $5. B. $10. C. $15.
4. Why does the man suggest taking a taxi
A. It’s raining heavily. B. The bus is too crowded. C. They are running late.
5. What does the woman think of the new science teacher
A. Strict. B. Knowledgeable. C. Patient.
第二节 (共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What are the speakers mainly discussing
A. A school festival. B. A charity event. C. A sports competition.
7. What does the woman volunteer to do
A. Design posters. B. Sell tickets. C. Manage the stage.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. Why does Lily make the call
A. To apply for a campus card. B. To ask for the teacher’s help. C. To look for her ID and notebook.
9. Where will Lily go right after the phone call
A. The school office. B. Her classroom. C. The campus bookstore.
10. How does the man sound
A. Helpful. B. Nervous. C. Impatient.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. Who is Smith probably
A. A teacher. B. A scientist. C. A doctor.
12. What is the man’s view of the article’s argument
A. Supportive. B. Doubtful. C. Unconcerned.
13. What is the main topic of the article they are discussing
A. Machines’ role in future life. B. Longer human life prediction. C. Medical technology development.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14. What is the primary purpose of the man’s visit to Beijing
A. To visit friends. B. To attend a conference. C. To explore cultural landmarks.
15. Which part of the museum impressed him most
A. The modern oil paintings. B. The outdoor sculpture garden. C. The ancient Chinese calligraphy.
16. What does he plan to do next
A. Visit the gift shop. B. Join a guided tour. C. Attend an art workshop.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What is the main focus of the course “Global Environmental Issues”
A. Local recycling methods.
B. Environmental laws and policies.
C. Major global challenges and solutions.
18. How is the final grade mainly determined
A. A group project. B. A final exam. C. Class participation.
19. What will students do in the second week
A. Submit their first essay. B. Start their field research. C. Watch a documentary and discuss it.
20. What does the professor suggest students do first
A. Form their project groups. B. Read the textbook introduction. C. Check the course outline online.
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)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
The University of Hong Kong Accommodation Residence Application
Category
Non-local HKU New Undergraduate Students
Residential Period
Whole year 20 AUG 2025-29 MAY 2026
Semester 1 only 01 SEPT 2025 -01 JAN 2026
Semester 2 only 01 JAN 2026-29 MAY 2026
Application Rounds
There are two main application rounds:
1 New Admission
New admission for non-local students who are applying to HKU Residences for the first time.
Application Period Results
Semester 1 15 MAR-15 SEPT 2025 Semester 1 15 JUL-15 SEPT 2025
Semester 2 01 OCT-01 NOV 2025 Semester 2 15 NOV-15 DEC 2025
2 Latecomers & Failed Applications
The Central Clearing House Round allows students who missed previous deadlines or were unsuccessful in earlier application rounds to apply for any remaining hall and college placements.
Application Period Results
03 JUN 2025-31 MAR 2026 20 AUG 2025 and onwards
Key Application Steps
After reviewing the application requirements and options, you must submit your application within the specified timeframe. Admission results and acceptance notice will be sent to students by email according to the published schedule. If offered a place, you must confirm your acceptance. Failure to respond or decline the offer will result in it being withdrawn. Unsuccessful applicants may submit an appeal to us. Please include your detailed reason for the request and copies of all relevant supporting documents.
Points to Note
Fees: ALL fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. You are responsible for full payment for your committed period, even if you withdraw early.
Room & Rules: Rooms come with basic furniture. Students must complete a checklist upon arrival. Changing rooms is not allowed.
Strictly Prohibited: Smoking, alcohol, pets, and unauthorized electrical appliances.
1. What is the main purpose of this passage
A. To encourage non-local students to live off-campus.
B. To describe students’ social life in HKU residences.
C. To compare different types of accommodation at HKU.
D. To guide non-local students to apply for HKU residence.
2. When is the deadline to reapply if you fail for the first time
A. 15 March 2025. B. 15 September 2025. C. 1 November 2025. D. 31 March 2026.
3. What should a student do if they receive a residence offer
A. Wait until the check-in date to respond. B. Appeal by email if they are not satisfied.
C. Accept it in time to avoid losing the offer. D. Inform the General Office of their arrival time.
B
To most people, the “Mind the gap” announcement is just the daily chatter on the London Underground. But for McCollum, the three words bring back the voice of someone she loved and lost: her husband, Oswald Laurence. Laurence passed away in 2007, and McCollum would often travel to Embankment tube station just to hear his voice. Eighteen years later, she continues the journey.
In the 1960s, Laurence was selected by the London Underground to record the “Mind the gap” announcement, heard by millions of commuters for decades. Over time, most stations adopted a new voice, but Embankment retained the original — it was McCollum’s special spot to remember her husband. Yet in November 2012, Laurence’s voice was unexpectedly replaced during system upgrades.
“I used to wait for the next train to hear his voice,” McCollum recalled. “Suddenly one day it wasn’t his voice. I said to my friend, ‘What happened to Oswald’s voice ’ The tape had broken ” She added, “I felt slightly panicky and a bit anxious.” McCollum spoke to the guard on the platform, who confirmed they had a new PA system and voice. Shocked and tearful, McCollum contacted Transport for London and asked if it could restore the original announcement.
Moved by her story, the staff at Transport for London promised to try and help. They made good on their promise. Just two weeks later, the staff had created a CD of the original recording and restored Laurence’s voice to the announcement. “I love the fact that he’s back there and I can listen to him,” said McCollum. “It does bring him very close to me.” She added, “I would have been heartsick if they had not managed to bring him back.”
Laurence’s legacy and love live on. Passengers on the northbound Northern Line at Embankment station can still hear his iconic voice telling them to “Mind the gap.” And the station remains a comforting place for McCollum, who continues to visit whenever she wants to feel close to her late husband.
4. Why did Margaret McCollum often go to Embankment tube station
A. To take the Northern Line train. B. To listen to her late husband’s voice.
C. To meet her friend who worked there. D. To report a problem with the PA system.
5. What can we infer about the staff at Transport for London
A. They always keep old recordings. B. They responded warmly to the story.
C. They often change station announcements. D. They knew McCollum’s husband personally.
6. Where could passengers still hear Laurence’s original voice after 2012
A. Nowhere: the voice was permanently deleted.
B. At all stations that had kept the old PA system.
C. On every line of the London Underground tube station.
D. On the northbound Northern Line at Embankment station.
7. The best title for this passage could be ________.
A. A Famous Voice B. A System Upgrade
C. Love, Lost and Found D. London’s Tube History
C
What’s best: a new phone or a day out with friends Is it better to spend money to buy things or to do things A UK study found six in ten consumers would rather spend their money on experiences than material possessions (物品). Those aged 18-34 reported spending the highest amount on entertainment activities.
Possessions can last for many years, while experiences are temporary. This, however, might be the wrong way to look at things. Psychology professor Thomas Gilovich discovered the happiness that objects provide can fade quickly. We adapt to having new possessions, so that rather than being something we are excited by, they just become our new normal.
A holiday or a day out may have a short duration, but the happiness it provides can last much longer. Waiting for our latest purchases to be delivered is frustrating, but waiting for an exciting event gives us a feeling of anticipation. Experiences are often shared, so we gain pleasure from social connection and time spent with other people.
Memories of our experiences become part of our identity. As Gilovich points out, we are the sum of our experiences. Indeed, the very fact that experiences last for a limited time can give them value. Physical goods deteriorate over time, while our memories of an experience can give us pleasure year after year.
Of course, it’s not always that simple. Other studies have suggested that happiness gained from experiences might depend on your personality type, and how many possessions you already have. People with more quiet personality types may get less benefit from social occasions and those with few possessions may get greater benefit from objects.
However, for many of us, it could be that when choosing how to spend our spare income, we’ll get far more benefit by spending on something to do, rather than something to have.
8. What is the main purpose of the first paragraph
A. To introduce the topic. B. To give an example.
C. To provide a definition. D. To present an argument.
9. Why does the happiness from objects fade quickly according to Thomas Gilovich
A. Objects are not as meaningful as experiences in people’s life.
B. People get used to new possessions and they become ordinary.
C. People often compare their possessions with those of other people.
D. Objects start to lose their value the moment they are bought by people.
10. What does the underlined word “deteriorate” in Paragraph 5 probably mean
A. Get worse. B. Stay the same. C. Prove practical. D. Become better.
11. What is the author’s attitude towards spending money on experiences
A. Doubtful. B. Objective. C. Supportive. D. Negative.
D
Fields Medal winner Akshay Venkatesh was once asked: “In a world where AI can answer everything for you, is mathematics still worth studying ” He presented AI as a chance to address a fundamental gap that has grown between how mathematics is practiced and what we truly value-understanding.
Mathematics is often called a “universal language”. Yet, as the field has expanded far beyond the basic numbers and shapes learned during the pre-college years, there is no single chart can be used to explore the vastness. Mathematics has become increasingly divided. It is now organized into 63 major categories and 529 subfields, each with its own language that takes years to learn.
In a mathematical research paper, authors use the word “we”, which refers to both the writers and the readers. Because to really understand a mathematical argument, readers must recreate it for themselves in their own heads. In other words, mathematical communication goes at the pace of mathematical understanding.
Mathematician William Thurston wrote, “We should focus much more energy on understanding and explaining the basic ideas of mathematics, rather than only on the latest results.” He suggests developing “mathematical language that is effective for conveying ideas to people who don’t already know them” and providing more opportunities for communication training and practice.
In a world where AI is getting smarter and smarter, Venkatesh asked, “Why do we still need to prove things ” Thurston put it simply: people will always want to understand why something is true, not just a machine’s confirmation. What truly matters is how mathematical ideas enrich and change the way humans see and relate to the world. Even if an AI can tell people what is true, there will always be more to understand about why.
12. Why does the author mention the numbers “63” and “529” in the passage
A. To prove that mathematics is a universal language.
B. To compare the development of AI and mathematics.
C. To show the great expansion and division of mathematics.
D. To emphasize the goal of mastering the specialized languages.
13. What does the use of “we” in papers indicate according to the text
A. The joint efforts of mathematicians and readers.
B. The author’s attempt to stimulate readers’ curiosity.
C. A common way to write mathematical research papers.
D. The need for readers’ mental involvement to understand.
14. According to the passage, how does AI change the role of mathematicians
A. It makes them focus more on checking the results.
B. It requires them to learn advanced computer skills.
C. It turns their focus to explaining why things are true.
D. It causes less communication between them and the public.
15. Where is the passage most likely taken from
A. A science fiction. B. A science magazine. C. A textbook. D. An encyclopedia.
第二节 (共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分7.5分)
阅读下面短文，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。
I have been teaching the identical course to undergraduate and graduate students from various majors, like finance and medicine for 15 years. Although my lecture materials and teaching methods have stayed unchanged, student evaluations last year hit a record high. ____16____ What, then, led to this remarkable improvement
The key change was the introduction of a strict policy on electronic devices. Laptops and smartphones were banned for note-taking, with just one exception: devices were allowed only if students were writing with a digital pen. ____17____ They claimed devices were essential for notes or reference, arguing that digital tools were indispensable for study efficiency. However, after a short period of adaptation, almost all students noticed their ability to concentrate had improved positively.
To explain why this policy worked, I shared relevant research with the students. One study showed that students who took notes by hand remembered about 35% more content than those who typed on portable computers. ____18____ The mental effort required for handwriting helps students gain a deeper understanding of the material. In addition, another study with 480 participants found that students who placed their phones on their desks scored 18% lower on focus-related tasks than those who put their phones away. ____19____
More evidence demonstrates that cell phones, even in a powered-off state, reduce individuals’ mental capacity and weaken the quality of face-to-face conversations. ____20____ I hold the view that universities should take the same measures to boost students’ academic performance, since this simple but powerful approach creates a more attentive and interactive learning environment for everyone.
A. This data shows focus needs a boost
B. They feared losing notes or urgent calls.
C. Most middle and high schools have become phone-free.
D. Constructive remarks on focus and course quality poured in
E. Writing by hand requires active thinking; typing is often mindless.
F. This proves that phone nearby has an effect on students’ performance
G. Predictably, students immediately doubted and opposed this decision at first.
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。
Early spring in the Northwest often brings surprises. The weather can turn ____21____ quickly, threatening both humans and wildlife with sudden snowstorms.
Every spring, migratory (迁徙的) birds take advantage of a large pond near my home as a ____22____ stop on the way to their summer habitat. This year, a group of scaups, a type of diving duck, joined the usual geese. They spent days there, seeking food. Then, a snowstorm ____23____, followed by a night of extreme cold.
The next morning, I looked out in ____24____, almost all the birds fleeing overnight, except one single female scaup. She was swimming ____25____ in a shrinking circle of open water. It appeared that her movement and body heat were stopping the ice from ____26____ over entirely.
However, as the temperature continued to ____27____, the open water got smaller. Her movements became slower and weaker. Having fought with her might, she was almost on the edge of giving in to the bitter cold. I observed with growing ____28____ as she finally stopped moving.
And then it happened: Two more ducks suddenly ____29____ in the sky, landing next to her still body. Soon, others arrived. The water began to ____30____ with their splashing and diving. ____31____, the circle of open water started to expand again. Energized by her companions’ ____32____, the lone female slowly revived.
Without her friends, this little duck wouldn’t have ____33____ another night. She, ____34____, had kept that area of water open, so her friends had a place to stop and refresh themselves. It serves as a (n) ____35____ that sometimes, a tiny action, or even just being there for another, can make all the difference.
21. A. gentle B. inviting C. pleasant D. changeable
22. A. final B. temporary C. dangerous D. secret
23. A. stuck B. ended C. struck D. left
24. A. shock B. delight C. horror D. adoration
25. A. aimlessly B. effortlessly C. tirelessly D. carelessly
26. A. taking B. freezing C. coming D. falling
27. A. lift B. lower C. arise D. drop
28. A. anxiety B. curiosity C. relief D. patience
29. A. took off B. showed off C. went away D. turned up
30. A. rise B. rest C. sink D. stir
31. A. Unexpectedly B. Gradually C. Strangely D. Unfortunately
32. A. insight B. warning C. presence D. setting
33. A. remembered B. predicted C. weathered D. rested
34. A. in turn B. in return C. in time D. in fact
35. A. endurance B. reminder C. urgency D. graph
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。
China Post officially released a set of special stamps on Monday to celebrate the upcoming Year of the Horse. Although it was ____36____ (extreme) cold this winter, long queues began forming at post offices across Beijing as early as Sunday afternoon. Eager collectors, from seasoned stamp fans ____37____ younger enthusiasts, were already lining up along the sidewalks.
This year’s horse-themed stamps carry extra cultural weight, ____38____ the Spring Festival was successfully added to UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2024. This recognition, ____39____ covers its associated social practices, has lent this year’s celebrations greater cultural ____40____ (significant).
The two stamps, with ____41____ total face value of 2.40 yuan, symbolize national development and unity. In Chinese culture, the horse is a traditional symbol of vitality, strength, and success. Often ____42____ (link) to the idiom “Ma Dao Cheng Gong” (immediate success upon arrival), the horse represents an unyielding spirit and rapid progress.
China Post ____43____ (issue) annual zodiac (生肖) stamps since 1980. This year, it used a new selection process, ____44____ (combine) submissions with expert and popular voting. The stamps will be available for six months at designated postal stores and through _____45_____ (vary) online platforms, including the China Post app and official WeChat stores.
第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 假如你是李华，你校英文报的“Suggestions Box”栏目正在征集关于丰富校园劳动教育的建议，请你给该栏目写一篇短文投稿，内容需包含：
1. 活动意义；
2. 具体建议；
3. 你的期待。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Editor,
I am writing to share my suggestions on how to enrich our school’s labor education programs.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
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。
My walk home through our town park used to be the best part of my day. My favorite thing in the park was the mural (壁画) — a huge, colorful picture painted on the wall. It showed children playing under a bright sun, and it felt like the heart of our community. But that heart was fading. The colors were washed out, and ugly marks were everywhere, ruining the beautiful picture. I felt like a happy memory of my town was being destroyed.
One day at school, my history teacher asked the class to look at old news about our town. I found a very old article on the computer. It was about the day the mural was finished. The article said the town would always take care of the mural. It even promised to provide funds to keep it beautiful. I was surprised. Nobody was taking care of it now. The promise was broken.
When I saw a large new black mark right in the middle of the mural, I felt angry and decided to do something. I remembered my civics teacher taught me, “To make a change, you need good proof.” He often said young people should take responsibility for the community instead of waiting for adults to fix problems. I had an idea. I would find proof that people still love the mural and let Mr. Davis, the park manager, know we should save it.
I used my phone to take many clear photos of the damaged mural. I saved the old article. Then, I wrote a few simple questions on a piece of paper including “Do you want the mural to be cleaned ” After school, I went to the park and asked people these questions. Almost everyone I asked said they loved the mural and wanted it to be saved. Many people told me their own stories about the picture.
I put everything together: the photos, the old article, and a survey of what people said. With the proof that the mural was important to the town, I stood outside Mr. Davis’s office. Would he listen to a young student
注意：
(1)续写词数应为150个左右;
(2)请按如下格式作答。
Taking a deep breath, I knocked firmly on the door.
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Two weeks later, I stood in front of the restored mural.
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湖北天门市2025-2026学年度第一学期教学质量监测高二英语试题
第一部分 听力 (共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话读两遍。
1. Where does the conversation most probably take place
A. In a library. B. In a bookstore. C. In a classroom.
2. What is the woman going to do this weekend
A. Attend a wedding. B. Visit her grandma. C. Go hiking with friends.
3. How much does the man need to pay
A. $5. B. $10. C. $15.
4. Why does the man suggest taking a taxi
A. It’s raining heavily. B. The bus is too crowded. C. They are running late.
5. What does the woman think of the new science teacher
A. Strict. B. Knowledgeable. C. Patient.
第二节 (共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What are the speakers mainly discussing
A. A school festival. B. A charity event. C. A sports competition.
7. What does the woman volunteer to do
A. Design posters. B. Sell tickets. C. Manage the stage.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. Why does Lily make the call
A. To apply for a campus card. B. To ask for the teacher’s help. C. To look for her ID and notebook.
9. Where will Lily go right after the phone call
A. The school office. B. Her classroom. C. The campus bookstore.
10. How does the man sound
A. Helpful. B. Nervous. C. Impatient.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. Who is Smith probably
A. A teacher. B. A scientist. C. A doctor.
12. What is the man’s view of the article’s argument
A. Supportive. B. Doubtful. C. Unconcerned.
13. What is the main topic of the article they are discussing
A. Machines’ role in future life. B. Longer human life prediction. C. Medical technology development.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14. What is the primary purpose of the man’s visit to Beijing
A. To visit friends. B. To attend a conference. C. To explore cultural landmarks.
15. Which part of the museum impressed him most
A. The modern oil paintings. B. The outdoor sculpture garden. C. The ancient Chinese calligraphy.
16. What does he plan to do next
A. Visit the gift shop. B. Join a guided tour. C. Attend an art workshop.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What is the main focus of the course “Global Environmental Issues”
A. Local recycling methods.
B. Environmental laws and policies.
C. Major global challenges and solutions.
18. How is the final grade mainly determined
A. A group project. B. A final exam. C. Class participation.
19. What will students do in the second week
A. Submit their first essay. B. Start their field research. C. Watch a documentary and discuss it.
20. What does the professor suggest students do first
A. Form their project groups. B. Read the textbook introduction. C. Check the course outline online.
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)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
The University of Hong Kong Accommodation Residence Application
Category
Non-local HKU New Undergraduate Students
Residential Period
Whole year 20 AUG 2025-29 MAY 2026
Semester 1 only 01 SEPT 2025 -01 JAN 2026
Semester 2 only 01 JAN 2026-29 MAY 2026
Application Rounds
There are two main application rounds:
1 New Admission
New admission for non-local students who are applying to HKU Residences for the first time.
Application Period Results
Semester 1 15 MAR-15 SEPT 2025 Semester 1 15 JUL-15 SEPT 2025
Semester 2 01 OCT-01 NOV 2025 Semester 2 15 NOV-15 DEC 2025
2 Latecomers & Failed Applications
The Central Clearing House Round allows students who missed previous deadlines or were unsuccessful in earlier application rounds to apply for any remaining hall and college placements.
Application Period Results
03 JUN 2025-31 MAR 2026 20 AUG 2025 and onwards
Key Application Steps
After reviewing the application requirements and options, you must submit your application within the specified timeframe. Admission results and acceptance notice will be sent to students by email according to the published schedule. If offered a place, you must confirm your acceptance. Failure to respond or decline the offer will result in it being withdrawn. Unsuccessful applicants may submit an appeal to us. Please include your detailed reason for the request and copies of all relevant supporting documents.
Points to Note
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1. What is the main purpose of this passage
A. To encourage non-local students to live off-campus.
B. To describe students’ social life in HKU residences.
C. To compare different types of accommodation at HKU.
D. To guide non-local students to apply for HKU residence.
2. When is the deadline to reapply if you fail for the first time
A. 15 March 2025. B. 15 September 2025. C. 1 November 2025. D. 31 March 2026.
3. What should a student do if they receive a residence offer
A. Wait until the check-in date to respond. B. Appeal by email if they are not satisfied.
C. Accept it in time to avoid losing the offer. D. Inform the General Office of their arrival time.
【答案】1. D 2. D 3. C
B
To most people, the “Mind the gap” announcement is just the daily chatter on the London Underground. But for McCollum, the three words bring back the voice of someone she loved and lost: her husband, Oswald Laurence. Laurence passed away in 2007, and McCollum would often travel to Embankment tube station just to hear his voice. Eighteen years later, she continues the journey.
In the 1960s, Laurence was selected by the London Underground to record the “Mind the gap” announcement, heard by millions of commuters for decades. Over time, most stations adopted a new voice, but Embankment retained the original — it was McCollum’s special spot to remember her husband. Yet in November 2012, Laurence’s voice was unexpectedly replaced during system upgrades.
“I used to wait for the next train to hear his voice,” McCollum recalled. “Suddenly one day it wasn’t his voice. I said to my friend, ‘What happened to Oswald’s voice ’ The tape had broken ” She added, “I felt slightly panicky and a bit anxious.” McCollum spoke to the guard on the platform, who confirmed they had a new PA system and voice. Shocked and tearful, McCollum contacted Transport for London and asked if it could restore the original announcement.
Moved by her story, the staff at Transport for London promised to try and help. They made good on their promise. Just two weeks later, the staff had created a CD of the original recording and restored Laurence’s voice to the announcement. “I love the fact that he’s back there and I can listen to him,” said McCollum. “It does bring him very close to me.” She added, “I would have been heartsick if they had not managed to bring him back.”
Laurence’s legacy and love live on. Passengers on the northbound Northern Line at Embankment station can still hear his iconic voice telling them to “Mind the gap.” And the station remains a comforting place for McCollum, who continues to visit whenever she wants to feel close to her late husband.
4. Why did Margaret McCollum often go to Embankment tube station
A. To take the Northern Line train. B. To listen to her late husband’s voice.
C. To meet her friend who worked there. D. To report a problem with the PA system.
5. What can we infer about the staff at Transport for London
A. They always keep old recordings. B. They responded warmly to the story.
C. They often change station announcements. D. They knew McCollum’s husband personally.
6. Where could passengers still hear Laurence’s original voice after 2012
A. Nowhere: the voice was permanently deleted.
B. At all stations that had kept the old PA system.
C. On every line of the London Underground tube station.
D. On the northbound Northern Line at Embankment station.
7. The best title for this passage could be ________.
A. A Famous Voice B. A System Upgrade
C. Love, Lost and Found D. London’s Tube History
【答案】4. B 5. B 6. D 7. C
C
What’s best: a new phone or a day out with friends Is it better to spend money to buy things or to do things A UK study found six in ten consumers would rather spend their money on experiences than material possessions (物品). Those aged 18-34 reported spending the highest amount on entertainment activities.
Possessions can last for many years, while experiences are temporary. This, however, might be the wrong way to look at things. Psychology professor Thomas Gilovich discovered the happiness that objects provide can fade quickly. We adapt to having new possessions, so that rather than being something we are excited by, they just become our new normal.
A holiday or a day out may have a short duration, but the happiness it provides can last much longer. Waiting for our latest purchases to be delivered is frustrating, but waiting for an exciting event gives us a feeling of anticipation. Experiences are often shared, so we gain pleasure from social connection and time spent with other people.
Memories of our experiences become part of our identity. As Gilovich points out, we are the sum of our experiences. Indeed, the very fact that experiences last for a limited time can give them value. Physical goods deteriorate over time, while our memories of an experience can give us pleasure year after year.
Of course, it’s not always that simple. Other studies have suggested that happiness gained from experiences might depend on your personality type, and how many possessions you already have. People with more quiet personality types may get less benefit from social occasions and those with few possessions may get greater benefit from objects.
However, for many of us, it could be that when choosing how to spend our spare income, we’ll get far more benefit by spending on something to do, rather than something to have.
8. What is the main purpose of the first paragraph
A. To introduce the topic. B. To give an example.
C. To provide a definition. D. To present an argument.
9. Why does the happiness from objects fade quickly according to Thomas Gilovich
A. Objects are not as meaningful as experiences in people’s life.
B. People get used to new possessions and they become ordinary.
C. People often compare their possessions with those of other people.
D. Objects start to lose their value the moment they are bought by people.
10. What does the underlined word “deteriorate” in Paragraph 5 probably mean
A. Get worse. B. Stay the same. C. Prove practical. D. Become better.
11. What is the author’s attitude towards spending money on experiences
A. Doubtful. B. Objective. C. Supportive. D. Negative.
【答案】8. A 9. B 10. A 11. C
D
Fields Medal winner Akshay Venkatesh was once asked: “In a world where AI can answer everything for you, is mathematics still worth studying ” He presented AI as a chance to address a fundamental gap that has grown between how mathematics is practiced and what we truly value-understanding.
Mathematics is often called a “universal language”. Yet, as the field has expanded far beyond the basic numbers and shapes learned during the pre-college years, there is no single chart can be used to explore the vastness. Mathematics has become increasingly divided. It is now organized into 63 major categories and 529 subfields, each with its own language that takes years to learn.
In a mathematical research paper, authors use the word “we”, which refers to both the writers and the readers. Because to really understand a mathematical argument, readers must recreate it for themselves in their own heads. In other words, mathematical communication goes at the pace of mathematical understanding.
Mathematician William Thurston wrote, “We should focus much more energy on understanding and explaining the basic ideas of mathematics, rather than only on the latest results.” He suggests developing “mathematical language that is effective for conveying ideas to people who don’t already know them” and providing more opportunities for communication training and practice.
In a world where AI is getting smarter and smarter, Venkatesh asked, “Why do we still need to prove things ” Thurston put it simply: people will always want to understand why something is true, not just a machine’s confirmation. What truly matters is how mathematical ideas enrich and change the way humans see and relate to the world. Even if an AI can tell people what is true, there will always be more to understand about why.
12. Why does the author mention the numbers “63” and “529” in the passage
A. To prove that mathematics is a universal language.
B. To compare the development of AI and mathematics.
C. To show the great expansion and division of mathematics.
D. To emphasize the goal of mastering the specialized languages.
13. What does the use of “we” in papers indicate according to the text
A. The joint efforts of mathematicians and readers.
B. The author’s attempt to stimulate readers’ curiosity.
C. A common way to write mathematical research papers.
D. The need for readers’ mental involvement to understand.
14. According to the passage, how does AI change the role of mathematicians
A. It makes them focus more on checking the results.
B. It requires them to learn advanced computer skills.
C. It turns their focus to explaining why things are true.
D. It causes less communication between them and the public.
15. Where is the passage most likely taken from
A. A science fiction. B. A science magazine. C. A textbook. D. An encyclopedia.
【答案】12. C 13. D 14. C 15. B
第二节 (共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分7.5分)
阅读下面短文，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。
I have been teaching the identical course to undergraduate and graduate students from various majors, like finance and medicine for 15 years. Although my lecture materials and teaching methods have stayed unchanged, student evaluations last year hit a record high. ____16____ What, then, led to this remarkable improvement
The key change was the introduction of a strict policy on electronic devices. Laptops and smartphones were banned for note-taking, with just one exception: devices were allowed only if students were writing with a digital pen. ____17____ They claimed devices were essential for notes or reference, arguing that digital tools were indispensable for study efficiency. However, after a short period of adaptation, almost all students noticed their ability to concentrate had improved positively.
To explain why this policy worked, I shared relevant research with the students. One study showed that students who took notes by hand remembered about 35% more content than those who typed on portable computers. ____18____ The mental effort required for handwriting helps students gain a deeper understanding of the material. In addition, another study with 480 participants found that students who placed their phones on their desks scored 18% lower on focus-related tasks than those who put their phones away. ____19____
More evidence demonstrates that cell phones, even in a powered-off state, reduce individuals’ mental capacity and weaken the quality of face-to-face conversations. ____20____ I hold the view that universities should take the same measures to boost students’ academic performance, since this simple but powerful approach creates a more attentive and interactive learning environment for everyone.
A. This data shows focus needs a boost
B. They feared losing notes or urgent calls.
C. Most middle and high schools have become phone-free.
D. Constructive remarks on focus and course quality poured in
E. Writing by hand requires active thinking; typing is often mindless.
F. This proves that phone nearby has an effect on students’ performance
G. Predictably, students immediately doubted and opposed this decision at first.
【答案】16. D 17. G 18. E 19. F 20. C
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。
Early spring in the Northwest often brings surprises. The weather can turn ____21____ quickly, threatening both humans and wildlife with sudden snowstorms.
Every spring, migratory (迁徙的) birds take advantage of a large pond near my home as a ____22____ stop on the way to their summer habitat. This year, a group of scaups, a type of diving duck, joined the usual geese. They spent days there, seeking food. Then, a snowstorm ____23____, followed by a night of extreme cold.
The next morning, I looked out in ____24____, almost all the birds fleeing overnight, except one single female scaup. She was swimming ____25____ in a shrinking circle of open water. It appeared that her movement and body heat were stopping the ice from ____26____ over entirely.
However, as the temperature continued to ____27____, the open water got smaller. Her movements became slower and weaker. Having fought with her might, she was almost on the edge of giving in to the bitter cold. I observed with growing ____28____ as she finally stopped moving.
And then it happened: Two more ducks suddenly ____29____ in the sky, landing next to her still body. Soon, others arrived. The water began to ____30____ with their splashing and diving. ____31____, the circle of open water started to expand again. Energized by her companions’ ____32____, the lone female slowly revived.
Without her friends, this little duck wouldn’t have ____33____ another night. She, ____34____, had kept that area of water open, so her friends had a place to stop and refresh themselves. It serves as a (n) ____35____ that sometimes, a tiny action, or even just being there for another, can make all the difference.
21. A. gentle B. inviting C. pleasant D. changeable
22. A. final B. temporary C. dangerous D. secret
23. A. stuck B. ended C. struck D. left
24. A. shock B. delight C. horror D. adoration
25. A. aimlessly B. effortlessly C. tirelessly D. carelessly
26. A. taking B. freezing C. coming D. falling
27. A. lift B. lower C. arise D. drop
28. A. anxiety B. curiosity C. relief D. patience
29. A. took off B. showed off C. went away D. turned up
30. A. rise B. rest C. sink D. stir
31. A. Unexpectedly B. Gradually C. Strangely D. Unfortunately
32. A. insight B. warning C. presence D. setting
33. A. remembered B. predicted C. weathered D. rested
34. A. in turn B. in return C. in time D. in fact
35. A. endurance B. reminder C. urgency D. graph
【答案】21. D 22. B 23. C 24. A 25. C 26. B 27. D 28. A 29. D 30. D 31. B 32. C 33. C 34. A 35. B
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。
China Post officially released a set of special stamps on Monday to celebrate the upcoming Year of the Horse. Although it was ____36____ (extreme) cold this winter, long queues began forming at post offices across Beijing as early as Sunday afternoon. Eager collectors, from seasoned stamp fans ____37____ younger enthusiasts, were already lining up along the sidewalks.
This year’s horse-themed stamps carry extra cultural weight, ____38____ the Spring Festival was successfully added to UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2024. This recognition, ____39____ covers its associated social practices, has lent this year’s celebrations greater cultural ____40____ (significant).
The two stamps, with ____41____ total face value of 2.40 yuan, symbolize national development and unity. In Chinese culture, the horse is a traditional symbol of vitality, strength, and success. Often ____42____ (link) to the idiom “Ma Dao Cheng Gong” (immediate success upon arrival), the horse represents an unyielding spirit and rapid progress.
China Post ____43____ (issue) annual zodiac (生肖) stamps since 1980. This year, it used a new selection process, ____44____ (combine) submissions with expert and popular voting. The stamps will be available for six months at designated postal stores and through _____45_____ (vary) online platforms, including the China Post app and official WeChat stores.
【答案】36. extremely 37. to 38. because##as##since 39. which 40. significance 41. a 42. linked 43. has issued##has been issuing bining 45. various##varied
第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 假如你是李华，你校英文报的“Suggestions Box”栏目正在征集关于丰富校园劳动教育的建议，请你给该栏目写一篇短文投稿，内容需包含：
1. 活动意义；
2. 具体建议；
3. 你的期待。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Editor,
I am writing to share my suggestions on how to enrich our school’s labor education programs.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
【答案】
Dear Editor,
I am writing to share my suggestions on how to enrich our school’s labor education programs. Such programs are vital for developing our practical skills and sense of social responsibility.
First, we can set up a school garden. Second, a class “Labor Duty Week” can be launched. With clear work division, we will take turns to clean classrooms, water plants and sort rubbish, which fosters our responsibility and teamwork spirit. Besides, holding labor skill contests, like cooking or handcrafting, will make labor more interesting and encourage us to show our talents.
I hope our school will consider these suggestions so that labor education can become more engaging and meaningful for every student.
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。
My walk home through our town park used to be the best part of my day. My favorite thing in the park was the mural (壁画) — a huge, colorful picture painted on the wall. It showed children playing under a bright sun, and it felt like the heart of our community. But that heart was fading. The colors were washed out, and ugly marks were everywhere, ruining the beautiful picture. I felt like a happy memory of my town was being destroyed.
One day at school, my history teacher asked the class to look at old news about our town. I found a very old article on the computer. It was about the day the mural was finished. The article said the town would always take care of the mural. It even promised to provide funds to keep it beautiful. I was surprised. Nobody was taking care of it now. The promise was broken.
When I saw a large new black mark right in the middle of the mural, I felt angry and decided to do something. I remembered my civics teacher taught me, “To make a change, you need good proof.” He often said young people should take responsibility for the community instead of waiting for adults to fix problems. I had an idea. I would find proof that people still love the mural and let Mr. Davis, the park manager, know we should save it.
I used my phone to take many clear photos of the damaged mural. I saved the old article. Then, I wrote a few simple questions on a piece of paper including “Do you want the mural to be cleaned ” After school, I went to the park and asked people these questions. Almost everyone I asked said they loved the mural and wanted it to be saved. Many people told me their own stories about the picture.
I put everything together: the photos, the old article, and a survey of what people said. With the proof that the mural was important to the town, I stood outside Mr. Davis’s office. Would he listen to a young student
注意：
(1)续写词数应为150个左右;
(2)请按如下格式作答。
Taking a deep breath, I knocked firmly on the door.
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Two weeks later, I stood in front of the restored mural.
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【答案】
Taking a deep breath, I knocked firmly on the door. Mr. Davis welcomed me in with a smile, and I nervously handed him my collection of proof. I explained how the mural had faded, showed him the photos of the ugly marks, and read the old article about the town’s promise. When I shared the survey results — how almost everyone wanted to save it — his eyes lit up. “You’ve done amazing work,” he said happily, patting my shoulder. “This mural is part of our town’s history, and you’ve reminded us to keep our promise.” He told me he’d apply for the funds right away to restore it.
Two weeks later, I stood in front of the restored mural. The colors were bright again — vibrant blues, warm yellows, and vivid greens that made the children in the picture look alive. The ugly marks were gone, and the mural shone like it did in the old article. Many townspeople gathered around, taking photos and sharing stories. Mr. Davis walked over and handed me a small brush. “Want to add the final touch ” he asked. As I painted a tiny sunbeam, I felt proud. I’d learned that young people could make a difference — all it took was courage, proof, and love for the community.

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