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西安市第八十五中学
2025-2026 学年度第二学期高三年级第一次模考英语试题
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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）
听下面五段录音，每段录音后有一个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听完每段录音后，你都有 10 秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段录音播放两遍。
1. Where are the speakers now
A. In a hotel. B. In a restaurant. C. In a grocery store.
2. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. A weekend trip. B. A camping site. C. A weather report.
3. What is the woman doing
A. Painting a portrait. B. Taking a photograph. C. Attending an art class.
4. How is the woman feeling now
A. Puzzled. B. Excited. C. Disappointed.
5. What leads to GreenWave cutting staff
A. The struggling industry. B. Its own fault. C. An overloaded project.
第二节（共 15 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 22.5 分）
听下面 5 段录音，每段录音后有几个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听每段录音前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题 5 秒钟；听完后，每小题都有 5 秒钟的作
答时间。每段录音播放两遍。
听第 6 段材料，回答第 6 和第 7 小题。
6. How did Jim know about the marathon
A. From a poster. B. From a website. C. From a friend.
7. What will Jim do this Saturday
A. Attend a meeting. B. Study for a test. C. Watch a marathon.
听第 7 段材料，回答第 8 至第 10 小题。
8. What is the woman talking about
A. A new restaurant. B. A term plan. C. A job experience.
9. How will the woman spend her earnings
A. On a vacation. B. On a new watch. C. On a service training.
10. What do we know about the woman
A. She is observant. B. She is modest. C. She is open-minded.
听第 8 段材料，回答第 11 至第 13 小题。
11. What was the original price of the scarf according to the woman
A. 60 dollars. B. 100 dollars. C. 120 dollars.
12. What does the man say about the pricing of the scarf
A. It was a marketing trick.
B. It was adjusted frequently.
C. It was within a reasonable range.
13. What does the man think matters most when shopping
A. Product quality. B. Personal needs. C. Brand names.
听第 9 段材料，回答第 14 至 17 题。
14. What does the man think of his house
A. It’s small. B. It’s convenient. C. It’s expensive.
15. Why did the woman choose to move to Oakton
A. To raise animals in the yard.
B. To work in a nearby university.
C. To seek better education for Jenny.
16. Where did Jenny complete her college education
A. In Texas. B. In Virginia. C. In Maryland.
17. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Neighbours. B. Colleagues. C. Classmates.
听第 10 段材料，回答第 18 至 20 题。
18. Why does the speaker give the talk
A. To assign a science task.
B. To recommend a math course.
C. To introduce a special holiday.
19. When did the name Pi first appear
A. In the 16th century. B. In the 18th century. C. In the 19th century.
20. What can we learn about Pi Day
A. It dates back to 2006. B. It has a pie-eating custom. C. It’s in honour of Albert Einstein.
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 和 D 四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
There’s no place like home — a place to put your feet up, relax and be yourself. But a brand new full-service
private rental property named Homestead is redefining (重新定义) modern living, making you feel at home.
Freed from the small stuff
Right from moving in, convenience is built into the process, with fully-furnished, high-quality apartments
available for residents and access to all facilities of Homestead and Wi-Fi included in monthly rental cost.
Feel at home
Not only are Homestead’s apartments beautifully designed and furnished to create a sense of relaxation and
luxury, but the shared spaces for residents to use and socialise in — from the inviting reception area to the
landscaped roof garden and stylish private dining rooms — all reflect a contemporary, high-quality reimagining of
what renting ought to be.
Make hybrid work really work
As hybrid work, which focuses on the flexibility of working, is part of our lives now, the opportunity to shift
between workspaces with ease is critical. Start the day catching up on emails in a stylishly-designed co-working
space steps away from your front door, before taking calls on the outside platform or travel into your employer’s
office when you need to.
Be a people person
Living at Homestead means joining a community of like-minded people. Whether you meet neighbours on the
roof garden or in the cinema room, or choose to network in the co-working space, making friends couldn’t be more
straightforward.
Tap here for helpful services
They say there’s an app for everything — and in this case, there is an app with everything. The Homestead
App gives you quick access to a range of bookable services, from ordering takeaway to dog walking to cleaning
services — all right on your doorstep, meaning more time to actually enjoy the rest of your day.
Visit Homestead and discover how full-service rental lets you make the most of homelike living.
21. Which of the following is TRUE about moving into Homestead
A. They are required to prepare their own furniture.
B. Wi-Fi and facility access are not covered in the rent.
C. They can move into well-furnished high-quality apartments.
D. They need to pay additional fees for community facilities. 22. How does Homestead support residents’ hybrid work A. It offers a co-working space close to their apartments. B. It provides free commuting services to their offices.
C. It equips each apartment with professional office tools.
D. It trains residents to improve remote work efficiency.
23. What can residents do with the Homestead App
A. Look for part-time jobs such as dog walking.
B. Book different services conveniently via the app.
C. Communicate with neighbors through online chats.
D. Learn to operate community facilities on the app.
B
Last summer, I volunteered in a Yunnan village of the Blang ethnic group for a “Cultural Heritage protection”
activity. The village has a unique traditional weaving craft with a history of hundreds of years, but it is at risk of
disappearing as fewer young people are willing to learn it amid modern industrial development.
When we arrived at the village, we were warmly welcomed by the local people. An elderly woman named
Grandma Mu, who is one of the few remaining master weavers in the village, invited us to her home. She showed
us her weaving works — colorful scarves, bags, and blankets, each with beautiful patterns that tell stories about
the Blang people’s life and nature. As she talked about the craft, her eyes sparkled with pride. But when she
mentioned that no young people in her family wanted to learn it, her voice became low and sad.
To help promote the traditional weaving craft, we decided to do several things. First, we took photos and
videos of Grandma Mu weaving and her works, and posted them on social media platforms to let more people
know about this precious cultural heritage. Then, we organized a small weaving workshop, inviting Grandma Mu to
teach the village’s young people some basic weaving skills. At first, only a few young people came, but as they
learned more, they became more interested. They were surprised by the beauty of the patterns and the patience
required for weaving.
After two weeks, I not only learned about the weaving craft but also saw changes in the young people, some of
whom wanted to continue learning. Before leaving, Grandma Mu gave me a hand-woven bag, saying, “This craft is
our root — we must keep it alive.”
Every time I look at that woven bag, I think about the importance of protecting cultural heritage. It is not just
about preserving old crafts, but about keeping the history and identity of a group of people alive.
24. Why is the Blang’s traditional weaving craft at risk of disappearing
A. Modern industry makes young people unwilling to learn it.
B. Weaving works are not popular anymore.
C. Grandma Mu refuses to teach others.
D. The village lacks weaving tools.
25. What can we infer from Grandma Mu’s feelings about the weaving craft
A. She is proud but worried about its future.
B. She wants to sell all her weaving works.
C. She plans to move to another village.
D. She thinks the craft is useless now.
26. What did the volunteers do to promote the weaving craft
A. They taught the young people to make modern bags.
B. They asked tourists to buy Grandma Mu’s works.
C. They posted photos online and held a workshop.
D. They built a weaving factory for the village.
27. What is the main idea of the passage
A. The volunteers visited a beautiful village in Yunnan.
B. Volunteers help protect Blang’s traditional weaving.
C. Grandma Mu is good at making woven bags.
D. The Blang people are friendly to volunteers.
C
It is bees who pollinate (授粉) much of our food in the world. Bees are among the most important pollinators
of crops and vegetables. A 2024 U.N. report found that the annual total value of global crops directly affected by
pollinators is between $ 235 billion and $ 577 billion. Without bees to pollinate our food, we’d have a third less
variety of food to choose from.
There are around 3,500 species of bees in the United states. As a product of poor urban planning and
uncontrollable industrialization in the modern age, they are being threatened in many ways. All of these bee species
are dramatically dropping in numbers. Currently, 156 species are listed as vulnerable (易危状态), 20 as endangered,
and 11 as critically endangered.
With the advent of Big Agriculture, large commercial farms have destroyed crop diversity and bees’ natural
habitats. Land in the Midwest and Northeast America has been converted into monoculture farms that only produce
one mercial farms’ lack of crop diversity means there is less food and food variety for bees to live on. In
addition, bees lose their habitat when inconsiderate urban development transforms green spaces into roads or cities.
Unpredictable weather patterns affect bees’ nesting behavior. Hotter temperatures, heavier rains, or shorter
springs change the time when plants begin to flower. Consequently, they will affect how crops are pollinated.
Climate crisis also has an impact on bees’ travel range.
Colony Collapse Disorder (蜂群崩溃综合症) is the phenomenon that occurs when the majority of worker
bees in a colony disappear and leave behind a queen and a few nurse bees to care for the remaining immature bees
and the queen. Affected colonies have experienced death rates as high as 90%.
There are many ways you can help bees and preserve their habitats. Participate in the North American
pollinator protection campaign, a collaboration of scientists, businesses and non-governmental organizations
devoted to pollinator conservation and education. Do your research on how to plant a bee-friendly garden or simply
add a flowering tree to your yard.
28. What do the figures in the first paragraph suggest
A. The variety in our food is on the decrease.
B. Global crop production relies totally on bees.
C. Pollinators help contribute a lot to food every year.
D. Bees are the most important pollinators of crops and vegetables.
29. What does the underlined word “advent” in the third paragraph mean
A. change. B. influence. C. guidance. D. arrival.
30. What causes the colony collapse Disorder
A. The disappearance of the majority of worker bees.
B. Unpredictable weather patterns affecting bees’ behavior.
C. Destruction of bees’ natural habitat reducing food variety.
D. Urban development changing green spaces into roads or cities.
31. What can be the best title of the passage
A. Ways to protect Bee Habitats B. Bees: Key pollinators in Danger
C. Economic Value of Bee pollination D. CCD: A Threat to Bee Colonies
D
One of my bad habits is saying “busy” when people ask me how I’m doing. Sometimes it’s because I actually
am busy, but other times it’s because that’s what I think I’m supposed to say. That’s what important people say.
That’s what people who get promoted say. But working long hours doesn’t drive better results. Never taking a
vacation won’t lead to a promotion. So why are we so proud to talk about how busy we are all the time
In 2016, researchers from Columbia, Harvard, and Georgetown conducted a study to figure it out. They found
busy people are perceived to be of high status, and interestingly, these status attributions are heavily influenced by
our own beliefs about social mobility. In other words, the more we believe that one has the opportunity for success
based on hard work, the more we tend to think that people who skip leisure and work all the time are of higher
standing.
That’s why we feel like we have to appear busy, and there’s a real perception that if someone is knee-deep in
meetings, emails, and stress, then they’re probably a big deal. This culture of busyness is making it hard for
employees to find work-life balance. According to a recent study, one in five highly engaged employees is at risk of
burnout.
Personally, I’m going to stop saying “busy” when people ask me how I am. It sounds self-righteous (自以为
是的) and sets the wrong tone. Phrases like “I have limited access to email” and “I’ll respond as soon as I get back”
sound like you’re being held against your will from working as opposed to making the most of your time off.
By rejecting the myth that business equals worth, we free ourselves and others from exhaustion. True success
isn’t about working harder; it’s about working smarter and finding balance. Let’s redefine what it means to be
productive — and start valuing rest as much as effort.
32. How does the author introduce the topic in the first paragraph
A. By introducing personal experience. B. By comparing different opinions.
C. By presenting statistical data. D. By quoting famous people.
33. Why do we tend to think that busy people are of high status
A. We find few people of high status have time for leisure.
B. Our own opportunity for success never comes easily.
C. We hold the belief that hard work leads to success.
D. Our status can be attributed to our social mobility.
34. What does the underlined phrase “knee-deep in” in paragraph 3 probably mean
A. Very interested in. B. Fully involved in. C. Worried about. D. Bored with.
35. What is the author’s purpose in writing the passage
A. To argue against the culture of equating busyness with worth.
B. To share his personal experience of overcoming a bad habit.
C. To introduce a study on people’s attitude towards busyness.
D. To advise employees on how to achieve work-life balance.
第二节（共 5 小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分 12.5 分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
In our constant pursuit of productivity and achievement, we often overlook the quality of our daily experiences.
We fill our hours with tasks, yet wonder why we so frequently feel exhausted, distracted, or unsatisfied. What if the
key to a more fulfilling life isn’t about doing more, but about doing differently This begins by recognizing that not
all activities affect us equally. 36 Understanding what each category truly is helps make better choices.
Living activities are the activities that stretch you. They might feel challenging at first, but they match with
your values and leave you with a real sense of meaning. 37 These types of experiences take more effort
than pleasing activities, but they often help us feel more alive.
38 You don’t need to plan them far in advance or clear out a full afternoon. It might be a walk in nature,
listening to your favorite playlist, or calling a friend just to say hello. These are simple joys that don’t require much
but offer a genuine reward. One of the biggest misconceptions about fun is that it has to be some grand event. In
truth, the most restorative moments often come from these smaller, everyday pleasures.
Yielding activities are activities that require little effort but offer little satisfaction. Think of the mindless
scanning through social media. Or visualize the repeated check of your inbox without urgency. 39 But
when overused, they quietly replace more meaningful experiences.
Once you’ve reflected on how you currently spend your time, try making one small shift each day. Choose a
pleasing or living activity you would like to engage in more, even something simple like a short walk or trying
something new that is consistent with your values. 40
A. It could be learning a new skill that pushes you out of your comfort zone.
B. The aim is to trade moments of distraction for ones of full engagement.
C. Instead, people should keep their distance from social media.
D. Activities actually can be divided into different categories.
E. The results can be categorized into three primary areas.
F. Pleasing activities are low-effort, high-reward.
G. These activities can be harmless ways to relax.
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 和 D 四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Returning to a book you’ve read many times can feel like drinking with an old friend. There’s a welcome
41 — but also sometimes a slight suspicion that time has changed you both. 42 , books don’t change,
while the readers do. And that’s what makes rereading so rich and 43 .
The beauty of rereading lies in the idea that our 44 with the work is based on our current mental state.
It’s a relationship of give and take between author and reader, which requires both to pull their own weight.
There are three books I reread 45 . The first, which I make a point of reading every spring, is Ernest
Hemingway’s A Moveable Feast. Published in 1964, it’s his classic 46 of 1920s Paris, which was an
account of his memory. The language is almost intoxicating, effectively 47 you to an ambitious yet simpler
time. Another is Annie Dillard’s Holy the Firm, a poetic work about everything and nothing. The third is Julio
Cortizar’s Save Twilight: Selected Poems, because poetry, and because Cortizar.
These three books were given to me as gifts, which adds to the meaning I 48 to them. I imagine that
rereading an author’s work is the highest currency a reader can 49 them. The best books are the ones that
open further as time 50 . But remember, it’s you that has to grow and reread the books to better understand
your 51 self.
I 52 to think of each rereading as a new conversation with the author. The words on the page remain
the same, but the person I am today brings a 53 perspective. Sometimes, a passage that once seemed 54
suddenly becomes clear and meaningful. This ongoing dialogue is a gift that keeps on giving, 55 us to see
both the book and ourselves in a new light.
41. A. warmth B. distance C. familiarity D. curiosity
42. A. Similarly B. Consequently C. Fortunately D. Actually
43. A. conservative B. beneficial C. subjective D. repetitive
44. A. bond B. need C. fight D. deal
45. A. daily B. occasionally C. annually D. quarterly
46. A. history B. magazine C. memoir D. textbook
47. A. transporting B. approaching C. exposing D. limiting
48. A. apply B. link C. refer D. attach
49. A. pay B. offer C. donate D. lend
50. A. accelerates B. passes C. slides D. fades
51. A. older B. happier C. deeper D. younger
52. A. tend B. expect C. refuse D. strive
53. A. critical B. single C. objective D. different
54. A. evident B. obscure C. academic D. controversial
55. A. reminding B. warning C. allowing D. supporting
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。
A comprehensive guide to Qinqiang Opera has recently been published in Beijing. 56 (title) Qinqiang
Opera, the volume serves as both an art companion and a visual album, featuring over 300 high-definition stage
photos and detailed hand-drawn illustrations that offer readers 57 thorough look into the complex artistry
and its thousand-year evolution.
The book represents a great contribution to the urgent efforts to document and safeguard the intangible
cultural heritage. Not only does it trace the art form’s development over a thousand years, but it also 58
(vivid) captures the artistic lives and 59 (dedicate) of the inheritors (传承人), highlights the stagecraft of
master performers, 60 explores the creative work of key institutions. Together, these elements create a
dynamic, modern record of Qinqiang Opera as a living cultural tradition.
Author Ding Kemin explains that Qinqiang Opera 61 (undergo) rapid development in its musical and
performative structure, reaching its peak during the periods of Emperors Kangxi and Qianlong in the Qing Dynasty,
62 it enjoyed nationwide influence.
Despite 63 (it) rich heritage, most existing publications on the subject are aimed at specialists and
professionals, leaving a gap in accessible materials for general readers. Thus, Ding created the book 64
(bridge) scholarship and popular understanding, combining ancient tradition with youthful appeal, and classic art
with modern presentation.
The book aims to introduce Qinqiang Opera to a 65 (broad) audience and bring the art form beyond
professional circles, he says.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分 40 分）
第一节（满分 15 分）
近期，你校发起了主题为“Small Moves，Big Health”的倡议，旨在倡导同学们将碎片化运动融入日常
生活，提升身心健康。学校英文报社现向全体同学征稿，邀请大家分享参与经历。请你写一篇短文投稿，
内容包括：
1．你的具体做法；
2．你的收获。
Small Moves, Big Health
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
第二节（满分 25 分）
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。
Thanksgiving Day was nearly here, and the small town smelled of warm cinnamon. For Mrs Henderson’s
Year One Class, that meant a special task: “Draw something you’re thankful for.” When she wrote it on the
whiteboard, the children’s eyes lit up with excitement.
Many families in the class didn’t have much money. Fancy dinners and new toys were scarce, yet the children
still loved Thanksgiving. They chatted about Mum’s roast turkey, sweet cranberry sauce, and granny’s pies that
made kitchens smell wonderful. Mrs Henderson smiled, guessing she would see lots of colourful pictures of good
foods. By break time, indeed, most desks were covered with orange and brown crayon drawings of turkeys and pies.
However, Douglas was different. His clothes were too large, and his shoes were torn. During break, he never
played with the other children. Instead, he stood beside Mrs Henderson, shoulders hunched, hands in hers, eyes full
of sadness well beyond his six years. She tried talking to him, but he only mumbled (叽咕) or nodded, then looked
away.
When the break ended, Mrs Henderson walked around the classroom, praising each child’s work — bright
suns and funny-looking turkeys — until she reached Douglas’s desk. On his paper was just one thing: a simple
pencil drawing of a hand, with no colour or detail. Mrs Henderson felt puzzled but said nothing, realising Douglas
must have a reason for his choice.
At the end of the lesson, several children gathered around Douglas’s desk.
“Is it a farmer’s hand They raise turkeys” Mia asked excitedly.
“No, it must be a police officer’s hand. They keep us safe,” Jake said.
“Maybe it’s God’s hand, because God looks after everyone,” Lila suggested.
They chattered until Mrs Henderson asked them to pack away. The children left with laughter and smiles, but
Douglas slipped out silently.
When the classroom emptied, Mrs Henderson sat by Douglas’s desk, looking at the lonely hand on the page.
Then she heard a small cough. Douglas had come back, backpack hanging from one shoulder, eyes cast down.
注意：1．续写词数应为 150 个左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
“Whose hand did you draw ” Mrs Henderson asked softly. _________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
“Thank you,” she said, voice warm, “This is the best gift I’ve ever received.” __________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
高三下一模 英语答案及听力材料
【听力】
1-5 CAACB 6-10 CBCAA 11-15 CABBC 16-20 CACBB
【阅读理解】
21-23 CAB 24-27 AACB 28-31 CDAB 32-35 ACBA
【七选五】
36-40 DAFGB
【完形填空】
41-45CDBAC 46-50 CADAB 51-55 CADBC
【语法填空】
56.Titled 57. a 58. vividly 59. dedication 60. and
61.underwent 62. when 63. its 64. to bridge 65. broader
（听力材料）
Text l
W: You’re standing in line here. I’ll go back to the produce section to get some onions for dinner.
M: Okay. I’m waiting to check out.
Text 2
M: I watched the weather forecast on TV. It’s going to be sunny this weekend. We won’t have to cancel our trip to the national
park.
W: That’s great! I’ve always wanted to go camping outdoors. Let me search for some camping tips.
Text 3
M: Is this your mom
W: Yeah, I’m coloring it. I sketched it based on her photo. Does it look like her
M: Yes. Did you learn the skill in your art classes
W: Yes.
Text 4
W: Let’s try some new dishes at the Mexican restaurant.
M: Sorry. I just want to head home and lie on the bed. I feel like I have practiced for ten hours straight.
W: What How could you leave me alone
Text 5
M: I heard GreenWave is cutting staff. Do you think it’s because the whole energy industry is struggling
W: Not really. It’s due to GreenWave’s poor management and failed projects.
M: So it’s mainly the company’s own problem.
W: Exactly.
Text 6
W: Jim, have you heard that there will be the world’s first humanoid robot half-marathon in our city this Saturday
M: Yes. Joe casually mentioned it at the weekly online meeting. What a novel contest!
W: The poster says it’s open to all. So, do you plan to go
M: No. The outdoor temperature will reach 37 degrees Celsius.
W: Don’t you think it’s a good chance to open your eyes
M: But I prefer to prepare myself for the coming computer programming exam.
Text 7
W: Hey, the class is over. I can’t wait to tell you something interesting about my part-time job. M: Go ahead.
W: I worked as a server at a restaurant. It’s crazy how much you can learn about people just by observing their body language
and even what they wear.
M: Could you give me some examples
W: If they keep checking their watches, I know I need to hurry up. If they smile and enjoy long conversations, they’ll probably
expect me to slow the service. It’s been a really eye-opening experience for sure. I can save that money for a trip after this term.
Text 8
M: When did you buy this scarf
W: Maybe last month It was on sale for $ 60.
M: I guess the original price was $100, right
W: No, the original price was double what I paid.
M: That price was set on purpose. In that case, even if the actual price of the item is $60, when compared to the so-called
“original price”, it makes you feel like you’re getting a bargain when you pay $60 for it.
W: But the discount is too attractive, especially for well-known brands. How can I avoid falling into this trap
M: Well, you can try to figure out whether you actually need the product, and I think it’s most important to only buy what’s
truly necessary.
Text 9
W: What made you choose this neighborhood
M: We’d spent months looking for a house to buy. Then one day, I saw an advertisement saying the house was on sale. It was
large and beautiful. And to top it off , there was a big discount. It’s only six blocks from my daughter’s and a five-minute walk
from a big supermarket. I can easily get whatever I need. How about you
W: My husband and I, along with my daughter Jenny , moved to Oakton in Virginia 27 years ago because of its reputation for
having excellent public schools with great academic programs. The house has a big yard. Foxes and deer regularly visit here.
M: So your daughter must be quite outstanding.
W: Thanks. She graduated from ‘Towson University in Maryland and now works in Texas.
M: It was nice talking with you. Why not get in and have a cup of tea
W: Thanks. But I have to walk my dog.
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W: How much do you really know about Pi Sure, you’ve heard about it in math class—potentially sharing a Pi joke or two—
but this famous number has such a fascinating history that it even has its own holiday. Every year on March 14th, math
enthusiasts around the world celebrate Pi Day—an entire day dedicated to the infinite, irrational number that starts with 3.14.
And one of the best ways to celebrate is by learning and sharing the most interesting and fun facts about Pi! Get ready to
expand your knowledge and discover some of the coolest facts about Pi. Pi, the Greek letter π, is pronounced like the word
“pie”. It equals roughly 3.14. In the 18th century, mathematicians gave the number the name “Pi”. Pi Day was founded in
1988 by Larry Shaw, an employee of a science museum. It also happens to be Albert Einstein’s birthday. Eating pie on Pi Day
is a tradition. According to The Guardian, Akira Haraguchi recited 100,000 digits of Pi back in 2006. This impressive task
reportedly took him a cool 16 hours and 30 minutes to complete.

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