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陕西省西安中学高2026届高三第三次模拟考试
英语试题
（时间：120分钟 满分：150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,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。每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案C。
1. What has the woman finished doing
A. Choosing her major.
B. Working on the computer.
C. Sending her application form.
2. What will the man buy
A. A school bag. B. A laptop. C. A suitcase.
3. When will the man check out
A. On the 16th. B. On the 17th. C. On the 18th.
4. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Going on vacation.
B. Dealing with sensitivities.
C. Taking care of the pet.
5. What will the man probably do for the woman
A. Clean the table. B. Help with her report. C. Carry the shopping.
第二节 (共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题
6. What did Barbara begin to do two months ago
A. Do the gardening.
B. Tidy the bedrooms.
C. Decorate the living room.
7. Who might Brian be
A. Barbara’s neighbor. B. Barbara’s husband. C. Barbara’s gardener.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. When does the conversation take place
A. Before ordering. B. During a meal. C. After a meal.
9. What do we know about the restaurant
A. It has a nice environment. B. It has a new address. C. It has a good name.
10. What do the speakers decide to do
A. Report service issues.
B. Complain about the manager.
C. Move to a less crowded place.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What is the woman curious about
A. What life coaches do.
B. Why Mel does the qualification.
C. Whether Mel is good at fixing problems.
12. What does the woman hate doing
A. Talking about her family situation.
B. Analyzing personal problems.
C. Completing the housework.
13. How can the woman solve her problem according to the man
A. By seeking cooperation.
B. By changing her attitude.
C. By starting a new routine.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. What inspired Trent to start climbing
A. A picture of mountains.
B. A television documentary.
C. A biography of a climber.
15. What was Trent’s feeling during his first big climbing
A. Nervousness. B. Confidence. C. Amusement.
16. Why did Trent decide to climb the seven peaks
A. To overcome his fear.
B. To realize his long-held dream.
C. To raise money for his grandpa.
17. What made Trent special among the climbers to the seven peaks
A. He was accompanied by his grandpa.
B. He climbed snow-covered mountains.
C. He was younger than any other climber.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What did Bohlin do in his first job
A. He taught at a college. B. He designed aircraft. C. He produced cars.
19. When did the first modern car seat belt appear
A. In 1942. B. In 1958. C. In 1959.
20. Which country was the first to introduce car seat belt laws
A Japan. B. Australia. C. France.
第二部分 阅读理解（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
If your teen or middle-schooler is curious about AI, they now have many options for exploring the field. In the list below, you’ll find a mix of summer AI programs in both in-person and online formats. These programs are dedicated to AI and generally tailored for teens. If your teens don’t have access to an in-person program in your local area, online learning is an excellent alternative.
In-Person Camps
There are numerous companies with a national reach that offer AI summer camps around the country. iD Tech, which kicked off AI summer camps a few years ago, has now expanded to deliver a variety of programs across the topics of robotics, game development, coding, digital arts, and more. Other companies offering AI camps include Lavner Education where teens program AI robots and explore tools like ChatGPT, the Coder School which targets kids’ interests, from video game development to robotics, and iCode School that offers different STEM classes with the latest hardware such as gaming computers, 3D printers, robotics, and even drones (无人机).
But you don’t have to restrict your search to this list alone. There may be organizations in your community that offer AI camps, where you can search for programs to find even more.
Online-Only Programs
The Coding School offers a 5-week national AI research program for rising grades 9-12 and college freshmen. Throughout the program, mentors (导师) provide personal feedback to help students conduct research in AI and develop college-level projects and presentations.
MehtA+, an educational institution, offers two summer camps in AI/ Machine Learning — an intensive 6-week machine learning research boot camp for grades 8-12. In the camps, students will be able to work closely with top university professors to complete an AI research project in the sciences or the humanities.
Veritas AI, founded by Harvard graduate students, is an AI program for high school students. In the program, students learn the fundamentals of AI, interact with world-class AI practitioners, and build personalized projects that they can use for college applications and beyond. No coding skills are required, and the program has levels for advanced students.
1. Which of the following provides programs related to game development in In-Person Camps
A. iD Tech and Lavner Education. B. iCode School and the Coder School.
C. iD Tech and the Coder School. D. Lavner Education and iCode School.
2. What do we know about Online-Only AI programs
A. They require programming skills. B. They are limited to 5 weeks at most.
C. They offer interactions with AI experts. D. They are targeted at high school students.
3. Who is the text most likely written for
A. Educators. B. High school students. C. AI developers. D. Parents.
B
We were sailing on a white boat through the clear waters of Turks and Caicos. The view was so beautiful that even my teenage daughter, Kavya, paused her usual rudeness to admire the scenery and breathe in the salty air.
Instead of relaxing by the pools, we had spent the previous day training for our big scuba (潜水) trip. We took a course with written tests and did two exhausting pool practices. Now, the moment had arrived. Our instructor was about to place the helmets (头盔) on our heads. I took a deep breath. This was it — my chance to connect with Kavya through a new experience, something we could finally share.
But suddenly, Kavya pulled my arm. Her face showed the same worried look she had during math homework. I could sense her emotions tightening under her diving suit. Just as the instructor approached, she whispered, “Dad, can I quit ” The waves sounded louder, the gear (设备) heavier. Surprisingly, I didn’t say what I normally would: “Quitting is not an option!” I even stopped myself from thinking, “But this was my plan.” Trying to give her a gentle hug in the heavy gear only resulted in me splashing water all over her and making us both laugh awkwardly.
When she was little, connecting with Kavya was effortless. I knew everything about her, and she always joined my adventures with pure excitement. But as she grew older, she discovered her own interests, drifting away from mine. What followed were sighs, eye-rolls, and half- hearted “I guess so” replies. I had hoped this scuba course would bring us closer again. I didn’t expect her quitting to hit me so hard or so suddenly.
Even without the dive, we enjoyed our vacation. We swam, collected seashells, and played word games. In those slow, quiet moments, I realized joy isn’t only in big adventures. It wasn’t the moment of closeness I had imagined — but it turned out to be exactly the one we needed.
4. Why did the author train hard for the diving trip
A. To impress the instructor. B. To relax in natural beauty.
C. To grow closer to his daughter. D. To challenge himself physically.
5. Which of the following best describes the author according to paragraph 3
A. Strict and determined. B. Insightful and inspiring.
C. Resourceful and encouraging. D. Thoughtful and understanding.
6. Which could be a suggestion from the author to parents of teenagers
A. Be adaptive. B. Be courageous. C. Be protective. D. Be adventurous.
7. What key message is expressed in the story
A. Nature helps to bridge generation gaps. B. Bonding happens naturally in shared moments.
C. Scheduled adventures ruin true happiness. D. Connections rely heavily on thoughtful planning.
C
A team led by the University of Cambridge have engineered a solar-powered “artificial leaf” that could eventually help this vital industry move away from fossil fuels. Their breakthrough involves a new device that brings together light-absorbing organic polymers and bacterial enzymes (酶) to transform sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide into formate, a clean fuel that can power additional chemical reactions.
This “artificial leaf” copies photosynthesis (光合作用), the natural process plants use to turn sunlight into energy and operates entirely on its own power. Unlike previous designs that relied on poisonous or unstable light absorbers, this new model uses non-poisonous materials, runs more efficiently, and remains stable without extra additives. This marks the first instance where these non-poisonous materials have served as the light-catching component in such a bio-hybrid system, preparing for a new generation of eco-friendly artificial leaves.
The chemical industry remains a cornerstone of the global economy, producing a vast range of goods — from medicines to plastics, paints, electronics, and cleaning agents. “If we’re going to build a cyclic, sustainable economy, the chemical industry is a big, complex problem that we must address,” said Professor Erwin Reisner from the University of Cambridge’s Yusuf Hamied Department of Chemistry, who led the research.
Tests showed the artificial leaf produced high currents and achieved near-perfect efficiency in directing electrons into fuel-making reactions. The device successfully ran for over 24 hours: more than twice as long as previous designs. The researchers are hoping to further develop their designs to extend the service life of the device and adapt it so it can produce different types of chemical products.
“We’ve shown it’s possible to create solar-powered devices that are not only efficient and durable but also free from poisonous or unsustainable components,” said Reisner. “This could be a fundamental platform for producing green fuels and chemicals in future — it’s a real opportunity to do some exciting and important chemistry.”
8. What is the main purpose of the artificial leaf described in paragraph 1
A. To create new materials. B. To produce clean fuel.
C. To cut carbon emissions. D. To absorb more sunlight.
9. What makes the artificial leaf different from earlier designs
A. It depends on costly and rare additives. B. It combines natural and artificial materials.
C. It produces electricity and chemical fuels. D. It relies on safer and more efficient materials.
10. What can we learn from the last paragraph
A. The devices are still lack of efficiency. B. The potential is limited to lab applications.
C. The technology might have a bright future. D. The material choice may be a major concern.
11. Which can be a suitable title for the text
A. Solar Leaf for Green Chemistry B. Materials from the Plants’ Leaf
C. Fossil Fuels in Chemical Industry D. Sustainable Challenges in Economy
D
Have you ever wondered why certain songs or paintings feel deeply satisfying Language expert Jay Keyser’s research finds that repetition makes art speak to us.
Artists like jazz musician Duke Ellington and painter Andy Warhol purposefully use repetition — not simply as copying, but as a clever “same, but different” skill. In Ellington’s Satin Doll, for example, the rhythm repeats while the notes stay high or low, and the song’s words mirror this pattern. Warhol’s soup cans appear alike at first sight, yet each design changes a little. This skill called “same/except” by Jay Keyser in his book Play it again, Sam — makes art feel richer and more pleasant to our brains.
Interestingly, discovering repetition brings much more. Consider a photograph of the US city of Albuquerque that is often discussed for its meaning. Look closer, and you may find that a dog sits in the center with a street sign shadow to its right copying its shape. Recognizing this hidden pattern, as Keyser suggests, repays us with unexpected pleasure and more. Training our eyes to notice such patterns — whether in poetry, paintings or songs — unlocks new meaning.
Why does repetition create such a connection According to Keyser, science offers an answer: the mere exposure effect (单纯曝光效应). Just as a baby grows fond of a mother’s face through repeated sights, we naturally develop a liking for familiar patterns. Advertisers use this by repeating product names to build trust. Artists harness it too — Warhol’s repeated cans or a song’s repeated catchy parts make us feel comforted and connected.
Keyser shows great art works with the brain’s makeup. When artists repeat certain parts with changes, the art is in line with how our minds seek order, expect patterns, and gain joy from “finding” connections — though we are not aware of it. By studying how artists skillfully apply the “same/except” skill across mediums, and by connecting these choices with science, we gain the key to admiring creativity’s universal magic. This makes everyday experiences with music, paintings, and words much richer.
12. What does the “same/except” skill focus on
A. Non-traditional artistic styles.
B. Combining different art forms.
C. Repetition with slight variations.
D. Breaking all patterns completely.
13. What does the example of the Albuquerque photo highlight
A. Fun designs attract more attention.
B. Admiring street art lifts one’s spirits.
C. Repetition enriches art experiences.
D. Famous art deserves lasting discussion.
14. What does the underlined word “harness” in paragraph 4 probably mean
A. Take advantage of. B. Turn down.
C. Have control of. D. Make out.
15. What does the last paragraph mainly tell us
A. Art sometimes matches our mindset.
B. Science explains artistic techniques.
C. Artists use repetition unconsciously.
D. Creativity is the key to admiring art.
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
When Marie Benton first moved to London in 2008, joining a choir (合唱团) helped her fit in the new environment. ____16____ With her tireless efforts, the Choir with No Name (TCWNN) was officially born.
The link between homelessness and mental illness has been widely documented. Clearly, the challenges facing people experiencing homelessness extend beyond finding shelter. ____17____ Fortunately, according to its most recent annual member survey, 88% saw mental health improvements after they joined the choirs.
____18____ They are experiencing homelessness among some of the most isolated in our communities. “Our choirs aim to be the opposite of that experience, where everyone is seen and heard, and where they can leave their troubles at the door and have fun!” says its chief executive Dr Kate Warehouse.
Not only is everyone welcome, but they also benefit from support that they may not find elsewhere. “Our choir directors are experts in teaching group singing in a way that ensures everyone is supported to flourish, both personally and musically,” says Dr Warehouse. “____19____ Better still, they encourage them to take the leap and sing a solo. ”
Jane, who has been singing in the Liverpool choir since 2015, says her life has been transformed. In the early days when she was living in a hostel, she had withdrawn into herself. But weekly choir rehearsals offered her a routine among the chaos, which provided hope during dark times. From her perspective, if her life was a ladder, coming to choir was the start of her climbing up that ladder. ____20____
A. Nevertheless, getting people through the door can be a struggle.
B. They are also likely to experience poor physical and mental health.
C. Mental health concerns are common among a wide range of countries.
D. Those directors understand how group singing can build confidence over time.
E. Slowly but surely she got to where she is today — a confident and outgoing person.
F. Inspired, she decided to start one to provide comfort and confidence to those in need.
G. Consequently, she worked with those who are less confident to help them find their voice.
第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
During a night shift at the vet clinic, my colleague mentioned a Yorkshire Terrier puppy. It had treatable diarrhea (腹泻) but was ____21____ for Euthanasia (安乐死) simply because its owner refused to pay for the ____22____. Heartbroken, I called the owner, convincing him to sign over the puppy to me. I treated him, named him Atticus, and he has thrived as my close companion for eight years. Sadly, not all dogs are as ____23____.
After becoming a vet in 2015, I witnessed countless pets ____24____ for Euthanasia because their owners no longer wanted them. ____25____ ranged from financial struggles to housing restrictions or behavioral issues. Determined to help, I began taking ____26____ animals home. Word ____27____, and before long, I’d accumulated a variety of dogs and cats. Eventually, with the support of friends who also became foster carers, I ____28____ a non-profit organization — Celandine Wood Animal Rescue. The cost-of-living crisis saw a trend in animals being given away.
Then came Dave, an eight-month-old Cane Corso. He’d been imported for reproduction, but was found out with elbow dysplasia (肘关节发育不良). Considering him ____29____, the owner gave him up. Our ____30____ saved him and found him a wonderful home. Currently, we care for about 50 dogs, 40 cats, and wildlife like birds and foxes.
Stories like this ____31____ our mission, yet countless animals still slip through the cracks. ____32____, we’re fundraising to build a larger shelter, providing better ____33____ and space. We never put an animal down unless we’ve ____34____ all other options.
Every life ____35____. As long as there are animals like Atticus and Dave, we’ll keep fighting for them.
21. A. evaluated B. scheduled C. qualified D. subscribed
22. A. examination B. expense C. surgery D. treatment
23. A. fortunate B. healthy C. curable D. adorable
24. A. taken away B. brought in C. handed out D. picked up
25. A. Results B. Conflicts C. Reasons D. Occasions
26 A. abused B. innocent C. dying D. abandoned
27. A. passed B. returned C. spread D. came
28. A. introduced B. founded C. opened D. constructed
29. A. unprofitable B. fertile C. improper D. aggressive
30. A. shelter B. club C. camp D. project
31. A. extend B. fuel C. guide D. exceed
32. A. Obviously B. Consequently C. Particularly D. Immediately
33. A. habitats B. decorations C. resources D. ingredients
34. A. exhausted B. managed C. investigated D. avoided
35. A. survives B. taps C. matters D. weighs
第二节 语法填空（共10小题；每题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。
At the northern tip of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, ____36____ China meets Russia, Mongolia and Kazakhstan, lies Altay prefecture (阿勒泰地区), a region ____37____ (bless) with dramatic landscapes and rich culture. ____38____ (rough) the size of Cuba, it stretches from snowy mountaintops over 4,000 meters high to lowlands just 246 meters above sea level. A short coach trip can take you from glaciers to desert, even past herds of wild animals.
During my recent trip, I couldn’t take my eyes off the view. As the coach ____39____ (wind) through valleys, silver peaks shone in the distance while the green of birch forests filled the foreground. It looked like the Alps, ____40____ this wasn’t Europe. A blue river rushed beside us, matching our speed, its power reminding me how rarely I feel nature’s strength in the city.
Across the hills stand yurts (圆顶帐篷) of Kazakh herders, their animals ____41____ (wander) freely. The night before, I experienced throat singing for the first time — a sound that seemed very ____42____ (fascinate).
As we descended the green grasslands slowly gave way to bright yellow desert. The ____43____ (vast) felt like stepping into a fantasy game, except that this was real. When the other passengers awoke, unaware of what they had missed, I sat amazed, lost ____44____ words to describe the scene I had just witnessed. If only I ____45____ (bring) my camera with me!
第四部分 写作（满分40分）
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假如你是李华，你校英语报将举办辩论赛，辩题为“Housework: A distraction or a lesson for life”。作为参赛选手，你仍存在一些困惑（如辩题理解、辩论技巧等）。请你给外教Mr. Smith写一封求助信，内容包括：
1.写信目的；
2.请教内容。
注意：
1.词数80个左右；
2.开头和结尾已给出。
Dear Smith,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours，
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。
When I landed in a small town in New Zealand as an exchange student, I thought I was ready for everything — new faces, language barriers, strange social patterns and even homesickness. Still, the smallest things made me feel out of place.
Luckily, the Wilsons, my host family, did everything they could to help me settle in — driving me around, sharing meals, and even letting me use their kitchen when. I. missed Chinese food. With their warmth and support, everything seemed to fall into place.
But at school, small moments felt bigger than I’d imagined. In our first literature class, we discussed a Hemingway story. Everyone jumped in actively, while I struggled to speak up. My desk-mate encouraged me, “Next time, just speak up.” I nodded, forcing a bitter smile.
And just like that, I found myself in another cultural trap, Mrs. Wilson’s birthday dinner. At the table, I answered politely but kept mostly to myself. Mrs. Wilson noticed my silence and gently asked, “You alright, sweet girl You’ re so quiet tonight.” My face reddened. Was my silence seen as cold, rather than polite
That night, restless and wide awake, I wondered if I needed to laugh louder, speak faster; or hide parts of myself just to feel I belonged. Questions flooded my mind, none with answers.
A few days later, our teacher announced there would be a Culture Festival next week. “You’ ll prepare a stand to share your own culture — food, crafts, customs ... anything meaningful. You can not only display your culture but also make it interactive, allowing people to try new things, learn traditional skills. or share stories and cultural symbols,” she said. The class lit up with excitement. I sat frozen, mind racing: how could I share my traditions in English The thought made my stomach twisted (扭曲). Yet, I gathered myself with a deep breath and signed up. After that, I threw myself wholeheartedly into preparations, until the day finally came.
注意：
（1）续写词数应为150个左右；
（2）请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
At the Culture Festival, I stood behind my stand, nervous but ready.
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From that day on, my world here started to change.
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英语试题
（时间：120分钟 满分：150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,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。每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1. What has the woman finished doing
A. Choosing her major.
B. Working on the computer.
C. Sending her application form.
2. What will the man buy
A. A school bag. B. A laptop. C. A suitcase.
3. When will the man check out
A. On the 16th. B. On the 17th. C. On the 18th.
4. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Going on vacation.
B. Dealing with sensitivities.
C. Taking care of the pet.
5. What will the man probably do for the woman
A. Clean the table. B. Help with her report. C. Carry the shopping.
第二节 (共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题
6. What did Barbara begin to do two months ago
A. Do the gardening.
B. Tidy the bedrooms.
C. Decorate the living room.
7. Who might Brian be
A. Barbara’s neighbor. B. Barbara’s husband. C. Barbara’s gardener.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. When does the conversation take place
A. Before ordering. B. During a meal. C. After a meal.
9. What do we know about the restaurant
A. It has a nice environment. B. It has a new address. C. It has a good name.
10. What do the speakers decide to do
A. Report service issues.
B. Complain about the manager.
C. Move to a less crowded place.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What is the woman curious about
A. What life coaches do.
B. Why Mel does the qualification.
C. Whether Mel is good at fixing problems.
12. What does the woman hate doing
A. Talking about her family situation.
B. Analyzing personal problems.
C. Completing the housework.
13. How can the woman solve her problem according to the man
A. By seeking cooperation.
B. By changing her attitude.
C. By starting a new routine.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. What inspired Trent to start climbing
A. A picture of mountains.
B. A television documentary.
C. A biography of a climber.
15. What was Trent’s feeling during his first big climbing
A. Nervousness. B. Confidence. C. Amusement.
16. Why did Trent decide to climb the seven peaks
A. To overcome his fear.
B. To realize his long-held dream.
C. To raise money for his grandpa.
17. What made Trent special among the climbers to the seven peaks
A. He was accompanied by his grandpa.
B. He climbed snow-covered mountains.
C. He was younger than any other climber.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What did Bohlin do in his first job
A. He taught at a college. B. He designed aircraft. C. He produced cars.
19. When did the first modern car seat belt appear
A. In 1942. B. In 1958. C. In 1959.
20. Which country was the first to introduce car seat belt laws
A. Japan. B. Australia. C. France.
第二部分 阅读理解（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
If your teen or middle-schooler is curious about AI, they now have many options for exploring the field. In the list below, you’ll find a mix of summer AI programs in both in-person and online formats. These programs are dedicated to AI and generally tailored for teens. If your teens don’t have access to an in-person program in your local area, online learning is an excellent alternative.
In-Person Camps
There are numerous companies with a national reach that offer AI summer camps around the country. iD Tech, which kicked off AI summer camps a few years ago, has now expanded to deliver a variety of programs across the topics of robotics, game development, coding, digital arts, and more. Other companies offering AI camps include Lavner Education where teens program AI robots and explore tools like ChatGPT, the Coder School which targets kids’ interests, from video game development to robotics, and iCode School that offers different STEM classes with the latest hardware such as gaming computers, 3D printers, robotics, and even drones (无人机).
But you don’t have to restrict your search to this list alone. There may be organizations in your community that offer AI camps, where you can search for programs to find even more.
Online-Only Programs
The Coding School offers a 5-week national AI research program for rising grades 9-12 and college freshmen. Throughout the program, mentors (导师) provide personal feedback to help students conduct research in AI and develop college-level projects and presentations.
MehtA+, an educational institution, offers two summer camps in AI/ Machine Learning — an intensive 6-week machine learning research boot camp for grades 8-12. In the camps, students will be able to work closely with top university professors to complete an AI research project in the sciences or the humanities.
Veritas AI, founded by Harvard graduate students, is an AI program for high school students. In the program, students learn the fundamentals of AI, interact with world-class AI practitioners, and build personalized projects that they can use for college applications and beyond. No coding skills are required, and the program has levels for advanced students.
1. Which of the following provides programs related to game development in In-Person Camps
A. iD Tech and Lavner Education. B. iCode School and the Coder School.
C iD Tech and the Coder School. D. Lavner Education and iCode School.
2. What do we know about Online-Only AI programs
A. They require programming skills. B. They are limited to 5 weeks at most.
C. They offer interactions with AI experts. D. They are targeted at high school students.
3. Who is the text most likely written for
A. Educators. B. High school students. C. AI developers. D. Parents.
【答案】1. C 2. C 3. D
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要讲述了为对人工智能感兴趣的青少年提供的线上和线下人工智能暑期项目相关信息。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据In-Person Camps部分中“iD Tech, which kicked off AI summer camps a few years ago, has now expanded to deliver a variety of programs across the topics of robotics, game development, coding, digital arts, and more. Other companies offering AI camps include Lavner Education where teens program AI robots and explore tools like ChatGPT, the Coder School which targets kids’ interests, from video game development to robotics, and iCode School that offers different STEM classes with the latest hardware such as gaming computers, 3D printers, robotics, and even drones (无人机). (iD Tech几年前就启动了人工智能夏令营，如今已扩展到提供涵盖机器人技术、游戏开发、编程、数字艺术等多个主题的各类项目。其他提供人工智能夏令营的公司包括：Lavner Education（青少年可在此编程人工智能机器人，探索 ChatGPT 等工具）、the Coder School（围绕孩子们的兴趣设置课程，从视频游戏开发到机器人技术），以及 iCode School（提供多种 STEM 课程，配备游戏电脑、3D 打印机、机器人甚至无人机等最新硬件）。)”可知，iD Tech和the Coder School提供了与游戏开发相关的项目。故选C。
【2题详解】
细节理解题。根据Online-Only Programs部分中“MehtA+, an educational institution, offers two summer camps in AI/ Machine Learning — an intensive 6-week machine learning research boot camp for grades 8-12. In the camps, students will be able to work closely with top university professors to complete an AI research project in the sciences or the humanities. (MehtA+是一所教育机构，提供两个人工智能/机器学习的夏令营——一个为期6周的8-12年级机器学习研究训练营。在夏令营中，学生们将能够与顶尖大学教授密切合作，完成一个科学或人文领域的人工智能研究项目。)”以及“Veritas AI, founded by Harvard graduate students, is an AI program for high school students. In the program, students learn the fundamentals of AI, interact with world-class AI practitioners, and build personalized projects that they can use for college applications and beyond. (Veritas AI是由哈佛大学研究生创立的面向高中生的人工智能项目。在这个项目中，学生们学习人工智能的基础知识，与世界级的人工智能从业者互动，并构建可用于大学申请及其他方面的个性化项目。)”可知，线上人工智能项目提供与人工智能专家的互动。故选C。
【3题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段中“If your teen or middle-schooler is curious about AI, they now have many options for exploring the field. In the list below, you’ll find a mix of summer AI programs in both in-person and online formats. These programs are dedicated to AI and generally tailored for teens. If your teens don’t have access to an in-person program in your local area, online learning is an excellent alternative. (如果你的青少年或中学生对人工智能感到好奇，他们现在有很多探索这个领域的机会。在下面的列表中，你会发现线上和线下形式的暑期人工智能项目。这些项目都是关于人工智能的，通常是专门为青少年设计的。如果你的青少年在当地没有机会参加线下项目，在线学习是一个很好的选择。)”可推知，文章是写给父母的。故选D。
B
We were sailing on a white boat through the clear waters of Turks and Caicos. The view was so beautiful that even my teenage daughter, Kavya, paused her usual rudeness to admire the scenery and breathe in the salty air.
Instead of relaxing by the pools, we had spent the previous day training for our big scuba (潜水) trip. We took a course with written tests and did two exhausting pool practices. Now, the moment had arrived. Our instructor was about to place the helmets (头盔) on our heads. I took a deep breath. This was it — my chance to connect with Kavya through a new experience, something we could finally share.
But suddenly, Kavya pulled my arm. Her face showed the same worried look she had during math homework. I could sense her emotions tightening under her diving suit. Just as the instructor approached, she whispered, “Dad, can I quit ” The waves sounded louder, the gear (设备) heavier. Surprisingly, I didn’t say what I normally would: “Quitting is not an option!” I even stopped myself from thinking, “But this was my plan.” Trying to give her a gentle hug in the heavy gear only resulted in me splashing water all over her and making us both laugh awkwardly.
When she was little, connecting with Kavya was effortless. I knew everything about her, and she always joined my adventures with pure excitement. But as she grew older, she discovered her own interests, drifting away from mine. What followed were sighs, eye-rolls, and half- hearted “I guess so” replies. I had hoped this scuba course would bring us closer again. I didn’t expect her quitting to hit me so hard or so suddenly.
Even without the dive, we enjoyed our vacation. We swam, collected seashells, and played word games. In those slow, quiet moments, I realized joy isn’t only in big adventures. It wasn’t the moment of closeness I had imagined — but it turned out to be exactly the one we needed.
4. Why did the author train hard for the diving trip
A. To impress the instructor. B. To relax in natural beauty.
C. To grow closer to his daughter. D. To challenge himself physically.
5. Which of the following best describes the author according to paragraph 3
A. Strict and determined. B. Insightful and inspiring.
C. Resourceful and encouraging. D. Thoughtful and understanding.
6. Which could be a suggestion from the author to parents of teenagers
A. Be adaptive. B. Be courageous. C. Be protective. D. Be adventurous.
7. What key message is expressed in the story
A. Nature helps to bridge generation gaps. B. Bonding happens naturally in shared moments.
C. Scheduled adventures ruin true happiness. D. Connections rely heavily on thoughtful planning.
【答案】4. C 5. D 6. A 7. B
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了父亲原本计划通过潜水旅行拉近与青春期女儿的距离，当女儿表示想要放弃时，他选择理解与尊重，最终在日常相处的平凡时刻里，父女俩收获了自然而温暖的亲密关系。
【4题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“Instead of relaxing by the pools, we had spent the previous day training for our big scuba (潜水) trip. (我们没有在游泳池边放松，而是在前一天为我们的大型潜水之旅进行了训练。)”和“I took a deep breath. This was it — my chance to connect with Kavya through a new experience, something we could finally share. (我深吸一口气。就是这一刻——我通过一次全新经历与卡维亚建立联结的机会，一件我们终于能共同拥有的事。)”可知，作者努力训练潜水是为了和女儿变得更亲近。故选C。
【5题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段“Surprisingly, I didn’t say what I normally would: ‘Quitting is not an option!’ I even stopped myself from thinking, ‘But this was my plan.’ (令人惊讶的是，我没有说出平常会说的话：‘不能放弃！’我甚至阻止自己去想‘但这是我的计划’。)”可知，面对女儿想放弃潜水，作者没有强迫、没有指责，而是体贴且理解女儿。故选D。
【6题详解】
推理判断题。通读全文，尤其根据最后一段“Even without the dive, we enjoyed our vacation. We swam, collected seashells, and played word games. In those slow, quiet moments, I realized joy isn’t only in big adventures. It wasn’t the moment of closeness I had imagined — but it turned out to be exactly the one we needed. (即使没有潜水，我们也很享受假期。我们游泳，收集贝壳，玩文字游戏。在那些缓慢而安静的时刻里，我意识到快乐不只存在于盛大的冒险中。这不是我想象中的亲密时刻——但结果却是我们真正需要的。)”可知，作者原本计划用潜水拉近与女儿的距离，当计划无法实现时，他接受现实，并在日常小事中享受与女儿的相处，最终收获了想要的亲密感。由此可推知，作者给青少年父母的建议是学会随机应变、灵活适应。故选A。
【7题详解】
主旨大意题。根据最后一段“In those slow, quiet moments, I realized joy isn’t only in big adventures. It wasn’t the moment of closeness I had imagined — but it turned out to be exactly the one we needed. (在那些缓慢而安静的时刻里，我意识到快乐不只存在于盛大的冒险中。这不是我想象中的亲密时刻——但结果却是我们真正需要的。)”可知，故事想要传递的关键信息是：陪伴与亲密会在共享的平凡时光里自然发生。故选B。
C
A team led by the University of Cambridge have engineered a solar-powered “artificial leaf” that could eventually help this vital industry move away from fossil fuels. Their breakthrough involves a new device that brings together light-absorbing organic polymers and bacterial enzymes (酶) to transform sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide into formate, a clean fuel that can power additional chemical reactions.
This “artificial leaf” copies photosynthesis (光合作用), the natural process plants use to turn sunlight into energy and operates entirely on its own power. Unlike previous designs that relied on poisonous or unstable light absorbers, this new model uses non-poisonous materials, runs more efficiently, and remains stable without extra additives. This marks the first instance where these non-poisonous materials have served as the light-catching component in such a bio-hybrid system, preparing for a new generation of eco-friendly artificial leaves.
The chemical industry remains a cornerstone of the global economy, producing a vast range of goods — from medicines to plastics, paints, electronics, and cleaning agents. “If we’re going to build a cyclic, sustainable economy, the chemical industry is a big, complex problem that we must address,” said Professor Erwin Reisner from the University of Cambridge’s Yusuf Hamied Department of Chemistry, who led the research.
Tests showed the artificial leaf produced high currents and achieved near-perfect efficiency in directing electrons into fuel-making reactions. The device successfully ran for over 24 hours: more than twice as long as previous designs. The researchers are hoping to further develop their designs to extend the service life of the device and adapt it so it can produce different types of chemical products.
“We’ve shown it’s possible to create solar-powered devices that are not only efficient and durable but also free from poisonous or unsustainable components,” said Reisner. “This could be a fundamental platform for producing green fuels and chemicals in future — it’s a real opportunity to do some exciting and important chemistry.”
8. What is the main purpose of the artificial leaf described in paragraph 1
A. To create new materials. B. To produce clean fuel.
C. To cut carbon emissions. D. To absorb more sunlight.
9. What makes the artificial leaf different from earlier designs
A. It depends on costly and rare additives. B. It combines natural and artificial materials.
C. It produces electricity and chemical fuels. D. It relies on safer and more efficient materials.
10. What can we learn from the last paragraph
A. The devices are still lack of efficiency. B. The potential is limited to lab applications.
C. The technology might have a bright future. D. The material choice may be a major concern.
11. Which can be a suitable title for the text
A. Solar Leaf for Green Chemistry B. Materials from the Plants’ Leaf
C. Fossil Fuels in Chemical Industry D. Sustainable Challenges in Economy
【答案】8. B 9. D 10. C 11. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了剑桥大学研发的新型“人工树叶”的原理、优势及对绿色化工的意义。
【8题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第一段“Their breakthrough involves a new device that brings together light-absorbing organic polymers and bacterial enzymes(酶)to transform sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide into formate, a clean fuel that can power additional chemical reactions.(他们的这项突破性成果采用了一种新装置，将吸光有机聚合物与细菌酶相结合，把阳光、水和二氧化碳转化为甲酸盐——一种可驱动其他化学反应的清洁燃料。)”可知，这种人工树叶的主要目的是将阳光、水和二氧化碳转化为清洁燃料。故选B。
【9题详解】
细节理解题。根据文章第二段“Unlike previous designs that relied on poisonous or unstable light absorbers, this new model uses non-poisonous materials, runs more efficiently, and remains stable without extra additives.(与以往依赖有毒或不稳定光吸收剂的设计不同，这款新型装置使用无毒材料，运行效率更高，且无需额外添加剂就能保持稳定。)”可知，这种新型人工树叶使用无毒、更高效的材料。故选D。
【10题详解】
推理判断题。根据文章最后一段““We’ve shown it’s possible to create solar-powered devices that are not only efficient and durable but also free from poisonous or unsustainable components,” said Reisner. “This could be a fundamental platform for producing green fuels and chemicals in future—it’s a real opportunity to do some exciting and important chemistry.”(Reisner说：“我们已经证明，制造出高效、耐用且不含有毒或不可持续成分的太阳能装置是可行的。这可能成为未来生产绿色燃料和化学品的基础平台——这是开展一些令人振奋且意义重大的化学研究的真正机遇。”)”可推测，这项技术在未来可能成为生产绿色燃料和化学品的基础平台，具有广阔前景。故选C。
11题详解】
主旨大意题。根据文章第一段“A team led by the University of Cambridge have engineered a solar-powered “artificial leaf” that could eventually help this vital industry move away from fossil fuels.(由剑桥大学领导的一个团队研发出了一种太阳能“人工树叶”，它最终有望帮助这一重要产业摆脱对化石燃料的依赖。)”以及全文内容可知，本文主要介绍了用于绿色化学、清洁燃料生产的太阳能“人工树叶”。故选A。
D
Have you ever wondered why certain songs or paintings feel deeply satisfying Language expert Jay Keyser’s research finds that repetition makes art speak to us.
Artists like jazz musician Duke Ellington and painter Andy Warhol purposefully use repetition — not simply as copying, but as a clever “same, but different” skill. In Ellington’s Satin Doll, for example, the rhythm repeats while the notes stay high or low, and the song’s words mirror this pattern. Warhol’s soup cans appear alike at first sight, yet each design changes a little. This skill called “same/except” by Jay Keyser in his book Play it again, Sam — makes art feel richer and more pleasant to our brains.
Interestingly, discovering repetition brings much more. Consider a photograph of the US city of Albuquerque that is often discussed for its meaning. Look closer, and you may find that a dog sits in the center with a street sign shadow to its right copying its shape. Recognizing this hidden pattern, as Keyser suggests, repays us with unexpected pleasure and more. Training our eyes to notice such patterns — whether in poetry, paintings or songs — unlocks new meaning.
Why does repetition create such a connection According to Keyser, science offers an answer: the mere exposure effect (单纯曝光效应). Just as a baby grows fond of a mother’s face through repeated sights, we naturally develop a liking for familiar patterns. Advertisers use this by repeating product names to build trust. Artists harness it too — Warhol’s repeated cans or a song’s repeated catchy parts make us feel comforted and connected.
Keyser shows great art works with the brain’s makeup. When artists repeat certain parts with changes, the art is in line with how our minds seek order, expect patterns, and gain joy from “finding” connections — though we are not aware of it. By studying how artists skillfully apply the “same/except” skill across mediums, and by connecting these choices with science, we gain the key to admiring creativity’s universal magic. This makes everyday experiences with music, paintings, and words much richer.
12. What does the “same/except” skill focus on
A. Non-traditional artistic styles.
B. Combining different art forms.
C. Repetition with slight variations.
D. Breaking all patterns completely.
13. What does the example of the Albuquerque photo highlight
A. Fun designs attract more attention.
B. Admiring street art lifts one’s spirits.
C. Repetition enriches art experiences.
D. Famous art deserves lasting discussion.
14. What does the underlined word “harness” in paragraph 4 probably mean
A. Take advantage of. B. Turn down.
C. Have control of. D. Make out.
15. What does the last paragraph mainly tell us
A. Art sometimes matches our mindset.
B. Science explains artistic techniques.
C. Artists use repetition unconsciously.
D. Creativity is the key to admiring art.
【答案】12. C 13. C 14. A 15. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，文章通过引用语言专家Jay Keyser的研究，结合艺术家案例和科学原理，解释“重复”在艺术中的作用及背后逻辑。
【12题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段中“Artists like jazz musician Duke Ellington and painter Andy Warhol purposefully use repetition — not simply as copying, but as a clever “same, but different” skill. (爵士乐演奏家Duke Ellington和画家Andy Warhol这样艺术家，会有意地运用重复手法——这并非简单的模仿行为，而是一种巧妙的“相同，但不同”的技巧。)”以及后文的例子“In Ellington’s Satin Doll, for example, the rhythm repeats while the notes stay high or low, and the song’s words mirror this pattern. Warhol’s soup cans appear alike at first sight, yet each design changes a little. This skill called “same/except” by Jay Keyser in his book Play it again, Sam — makes art feel richer and more pleasant to our brains. (例如，在Ellington的《Satin Doll》中，节奏不断重复，而音符则保持在高音或低音位置，歌曲的词也遵循了这种模式。Warhol的罐头图案乍一看都很相似，但每个设计又略有不同。Jay Keyser在其著作《Play it again, Sam》中称这一技巧为“同中存异”（same/except）它让艺术作品显得更加丰富，也更能让我们的大脑感到愉悦)”可知，“同中存异”（same/except）技巧的核心是重复中带有轻微变化。故选C。
【13题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段中“Interestingly, discovering repetition brings much more. Consider a photograph of the US city of Albuquerque that is often discussed for its meaning. Look closer, and you may find that a dog sits in the center with a street sign shadow to its right copying its shape. Recognizing this hidden pattern, as Keyser suggests, repays us with unexpected pleasure and more. Training our eyes to notice such patterns — whether in poetry, paintings or songs — unlocks new meaning.(有趣的是，发现重复现象所带来的益处远不止于此。不妨看看一张关于美国阿尔伯克基市的照片——这张照片的深层含义一直备受讨论。凑近观察，你会发现照片中央坐着一只狗，而它右侧的路牌影子，恰好复刻了狗的轮廓。正如Keyser所指出的，认识到这种隐藏的模式会给我们带来意想不到的愉悦感以及更多的收获。训练我们的目光去留意这类模式——无论是在诗歌、绘画还是歌曲中——都能开启新的意义)”可知，该段以照片为例，是为了论证“发现重复能带来额外价值”，包括意外的愉悦感和新的意义，由此可知，以Albuquerque照片为例，强调了重复丰富了艺术体验。故选C。
【14题详解】
词句猜测题。根据第四段中划线词上文“According to Keyser, science offers an answer: the mere exposure effect (单纯曝光效应). (根据Keyser的观点，科学给出了答案：单纯曝光效应)”、“Advertisers use this by repeating product names to build trust.(广告商通过重复产品名称来建立信任)”以及划线词所在句“Artists harness it too — Warhol’s repeated cans or a song’s repeated catchy parts make us feel comforted and connected. (艺术家们也harness它——Warhol重复的罐子或一首歌重复的朗朗上口的部分让我们感到安慰和联系)”可知，广告商和艺术家都利用了单纯曝光效应，harness与文中“use”同义，表示“利用”，与选项中Take advantage of意思一致。故选A。
【15题详解】
主旨大意题。根据最后一段“Keyser shows great art works with the brain’ makeup. When artists repeat certain parts with changes, the art is in line with how our minds seek order, expect patterns, and gain joy from “finding” connections — though we are not aware of it. By studying how artists skillfully apply the “same/except” skill across mediums, and by connecting these choices with science, we gain the key to admiring creativity’s universal magic. This makes everyday experiences with music, paintings, and words much richer.(Keyser指出，伟大的艺术作品与人类的大脑构造相契合。当艺术家在重复某些元素的同时加入变化时，这类艺术便与我们大脑的运作方式不谋而合——我们的大脑会不自觉地寻求秩序、期待规律，并从“发现”事物间的关联中获得愉悦，只是我们自己并未察觉这一点。通过研究艺术家如何巧妙地在不同艺术媒介中运用“同中存异”（same/except）的技巧，并将这些创作选择与科学原理相结合，我们便能掌握欣赏创造力所蕴含的普世魅力的关键。这使得我们在日常生活中接触音乐、绘画与文字时，能获得远比以往更丰富的体验)”可知，最后一段首句点明主旨：伟大艺术作品与大脑的构成相契合，并指出艺术（通过重复与变化的手法）与人类大脑的认知方式（寻求秩序、期待模式、从发现联系中获得快乐）一致。由此可知，最后一段主要告诉我们“艺术有时与我们的思维模式一致”。故选A。
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
When Marie Benton first moved to London in 2008, joining a choir (合唱团) helped her fit in the new environment. ____16____ With her tireless efforts, the Choir with No Name (TCWNN) was officially born.
The link between homelessness and mental illness has been widely documented. Clearly, the challenges facing people experiencing homelessness extend beyond finding shelter. ____17____ Fortunately, according to its most recent annual member survey, 88% saw mental health improvements after they joined the choirs.
____18____ They are experiencing homelessness among some of the most isolated in our communities. “Our choirs aim to be the opposite of that experience, where everyone is seen and heard, and where they can leave their troubles at the door and have fun!” says its chief executive Dr Kate Warehouse.
Not only is everyone welcome, but they also benefit from support that they may not find elsewhere. “Our choir directors are experts in teaching group singing in a way that ensures everyone is supported to flourish, both personally and musically,” says Dr Warehouse. “____19____ Better still, they encourage them to take the leap and sing a solo. ”
Jane, who has been singing in the Liverpool choir since 2015, says her life has been transformed. In the early days when she was living in a hostel, she had withdrawn into herself. But weekly choir rehearsals offered her a routine among the chaos, which provided hope during dark times. From her perspective, if her life was a ladder, coming to choir was the start of her climbing up that ladder. ____20____
A. Nevertheless, getting people through the door can be a struggle.
B. They are also likely to experience poor physical and mental health.
C. Mental health concerns are common among a wide range of countries.
D. Those directors understand how group singing can build confidence over time.
E. Slowly but surely she got to where she is today — a confident and outgoing person.
F. Inspired, she decided to start one to provide comfort and confidence to those in need.
G. Consequently, she worked with those who are less confident to help them find their voice.
【答案】16. F 17. B 18. A 19. D 20. E
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章讲述玛丽受合唱团启发创办无名合唱团，帮扶无家可归者，改善其身心健康，助其建立自信，也让成员如简的人生实现了积极蜕变。
【16题详解】
由上文“When Marie Benton first moved to London in 2008, joining a choir (合唱团) helped her fit in the new environment. (2008年玛丽 本顿初到伦敦时，加入合唱团帮她适应了新环境。)”和下文“With her tireless efforts, the Choir with No Name (TCWNN) was officially born.(在她不懈努力下，“无名合唱团”正式成立。)”可知，空格处需衔接玛丽加入合唱团的受益与她创办新合唱团的行为。F项“Inspired, she decided to start one to provide comfort and confidence to those in need.(受此启发，她决定创办一个合唱团，为有需要的人带去慰藉与自信。)”符合语境，该句解释了玛丽创办合唱团的动机，承上启下，逻辑连贯。故选F项。
【17题详解】
由上文“Clearly, the challenges facing people experiencing homelessness extend beyond finding shelter.(显然，无家可归者面临的挑战不止于寻找住所。)”和下文“Fortunately, according to its most recent annual member survey, 88% saw mental health improvements after they joined the choirs.(幸运的是，最新年度成员调查显示，88% 的人加入合唱团后心理健康状况有所改善。)”可知，空格处需补充无家可归者面临的其他挑战，衔接“不止于住所”与“心理健康改善”。B项“They are also likely to experience poor physical and mental health.(他们还可能面临身心健康问题。)”符合语境，“also”承接前文挑战，“mental health”与后文调查结果直接呼应，逻辑清晰。故选B项。
【18题详解】
由下文“They are experiencing homelessness among some of the most isolated in our communities.(无家可归者是社区中最孤独的群体之一。)”和“Our choirs aim to be the opposite of that experience, where everyone is seen and heard, and where they can leave their troubles at the door and have fun!(我们合唱团的目标是打造截然不同的体验 —— 在这里，每个人都能被看见、被倾听，都能将烦恼抛在脑后，尽情享受欢乐！)”可知，空格处需引出无家可归者的孤独现状，与合唱团的温暖形成对比。A项“Nevertheless, getting people through the door can be a struggle.(然而，让人们走进合唱团并非易事。)”符合语境，“Nevertheless”表转折，既承接前文合唱团的积极作用，又引出吸引无家可归者参与的困难，与后文“孤独”和“被忽视”的现状相契合，逻辑连贯。故选A项。
【19题详解】
由上文“Our choir directors are experts in teaching group singing in a way that ensures everyone is supported to flourish, both personally and musically,(我们的合唱团指挥擅长教授合唱，确保每个人在个人成长和音乐方面都得到支持，)” 和下文“Better still, they encourage them to take the leap and sing a solo.(更棒的是，他们鼓励大家大胆尝试独唱。)”可知，空格处需补充指挥对成员的具体帮助，衔接指挥的专业能力与鼓励独唱的行为。D项“Those directors understand how group singing can build confidence over time.(这些指挥深知合唱如何逐步帮助人们建立自信。)”符合语境，“Those directors”指代前文指挥，“build confidence”与后文“鼓励独唱”形成递进，逻辑清晰。故选D项。
【20题详解】
由上文“From her perspective, if her life was a ladder, coming to choir was the start of her climbing up that ladder.(在她看来，若人生是一架梯子，加入合唱团就是她向上攀登的起点。)”可知，空格处需总结简加入合唱团后的成长结果，呼应前文“人生蜕变”的表述。E项“Slowly but surely, she got to where she is today — a confident and outgoing person.(慢慢地，她一步步成为如今自信开朗的自己。)”符合语境，该句承接“攀登梯子”的比喻，具体说明简的蜕变，收束本段内容，逻辑连贯。故选E项。
第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
During a night shift at the vet clinic, my colleague mentioned a Yorkshire Terrier puppy. It had treatable diarrhea (腹泻) but was ____21____ for Euthanasia (安乐死) simply because its owner refused to pay for the ____22____. Heartbroken, I called the owner, convincing him to sign over the puppy to me. I treated him, named him Atticus, and he has thrived as my close companion for eight years. Sadly, not all dogs are as ____23____.
After becoming a vet in 2015, I witnessed countless pets ____24____ for Euthanasia because their owners no longer wanted them. ____25____ ranged from financial struggles to housing restrictions or behavioral issues. Determined to help, I began taking ____26____ animals home. Word ____27____, and before long, I’d accumulated a variety of dogs and cats. Eventually, with the support of friends who also became foster carers, I ____28____ a non-profit organization — Celandine Wood Animal Rescue. The cost-of-living crisis saw a trend in animals being given away.
Then came Dave, an eight-month-old Cane Corso. He’d been imported for reproduction, but was found out with elbow dysplasia (肘关节发育不良). Considering him ____29____, the owner gave him up. Our ____30____ saved him and found him a wonderful home. Currently, we care for about 50 dogs, 40 cats, and wildlife like birds and foxes.
Stories like this ____31____ our mission, yet countless animals still slip through the cracks. ____32____, we’re fundraising to build a larger shelter, providing better ____33____ and space. We never put an animal down unless we’ve ____34____ all other options.
Every life ____35____. As long as there are animals like Atticus and Dave, we’ll keep fighting for them.
21. A. evaluated B. scheduled C. qualified D. subscribed
22. A. examination B. expense C. surgery D. treatment
23. A. fortunate B. healthy C. curable D. adorable
24. A. taken away B. brought in C. handed out D. picked up
25. A. Results B. Conflicts C. Reasons D. Occasions
26. A. abused B. innocent C. dying D. abandoned
27. A. passed B. returned C. spread D. came
28. A. introduced B. founded C. opened D. constructed
29. A. unprofitable B. fertile C. improper D. aggressive
30. A. shelter B. club C. camp D. project
31. A. extend B. fuel C. guide D. exceed
32. A. Obviously B. Consequently C. Particularly D. Immediately
33. A. habitats B. decorations C. resources D. ingredients
34. A. exhausted B. managed C. investigated D. avoided
35. A. survives B. taps C. matters D. weighs
【答案】21 B 22. D 23. A 24. B 25. C 26. D 27. C 28. B 29. A 30. A 31. B 32. B 33. C 34. A 35. C
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者作为兽医，不忍看到宠物被主人放弃，从而收养并救助它们，最终成立非营利动物救助组织的故事，强调了每个生命都值得被珍视的理念。
【21题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：它的腹泻是可以治疗的，但却被安排了安乐死，仅仅因为它的主人拒绝支付治疗费用。A. evaluated评估；B. scheduled安排，预定；C. qualified使合格；D. subscribed订阅。根据下文“simply because its owner refused to pay for the ”可知，小狗的病情可治，却被主人安排了安乐死。故选B。
【22题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：它的腹泻是可以治疗的，但却被安排了安乐死，仅仅因为它的主人拒绝支付治疗费用。A. examination检查；B. expense费用；C. surgery手术；D. treatment治疗。根据上文“It had treatable diarrhea”可知，主人拒绝支付的是治疗腹泻的费用。故选D。
【23题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：可悲的是，并非所有的狗都这么幸运。A. fortunate幸运的；B. healthy健康的；C. curable可治愈的；D. adorable可爱的。根据上文“I treated him, named him Atticus, and he has thrived as my close companion for eight years”可知，作者救下了Atticus，但很多其他的狗没有这么幸运，会被主人放弃。故选A。
【24题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：2015年成为兽医后，我目睹了无数宠物因为主人不再想要它们而被带来接受安乐死。A. taken away带走；B. brought in带来；C. handed out分发；D. picked up捡起。根据下文“for Euthanasia because their owners no longer wanted them”可知，宠物是被主人带到兽医诊所进行安乐死。故选B。
【25题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：原因从经济困难、住房限制到行为问题不等。A. Results结果；B. Conflicts冲突；C. Reasons原因；D. Occasions场合。根据下文“ranged from financial struggles to housing restrictions or behavioral issues”可知，下文列举的是主人放弃宠物的各种原因。故选C。
【26题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：下定决心要帮助它们，我开始把被遗弃的动物带回家。 A. abused被虐待的；B. innocent无辜的；C. dying垂死的；D. abandoned被遗弃的。 根据上文“because their owners no longer wanted them”可知，这些是被主人遗弃的动物。故选D。
【27题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：消息传开了，不久之后，我家里就收留了各种各样的猫狗。A. passed通过；B. returned返回；C. spread传播，传开；D. came来。根据下文“and before long, I’d accumulated a variety of dogs and cats”可知，此处指消息传开了，word spread是固定表达，意为“消息传开”。故选C。
【28题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：最终，在同样成为寄养照顾者的朋友们的支持下，我成立了一个非营利组织——Celandine Wood动物救助站。A. introduced介绍；B. founded成立，建立；C. opened打开；D. constructed建造。根据下文“a non-profit organization”可知，作者和朋友一起成立了一个救助组织。故选B。
【29题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：主人认为它没有盈利价值，就把它放弃了。A. unprofitable无利可图的；B. fertile可繁殖的；C. improper不合适的；D. aggressive好斗的。根据上文“He’d been imported for reproduction, but was found out with elbow dysplasia”可知，Dave被进口用于繁殖，但因患有肘关节发育不良，对主人来说失去了繁殖的盈利价值。故选A。
【30题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我们的收容所救了它，并为它找到了一个很棒的家。A. shelter庇护所，收容所；B. club俱乐部；C. camp营地；D. project项目。根据上文“I a non-profit organization — Celandine Wood Animal Rescue”可知，此处指收容所救了他。故选A。
【31题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：这样的故事激励着我们的使命，然而仍有无数的动物从缝隙中溜走。A. extend延伸；B. fuel给……提供燃料，激励；C. guide引导；D. exceed超过。根据下文“to build a larger shelter”可知，这些成功救助的故事激励和推动着作者团队的救助使命。故选B。
【32题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：因此，我们正在筹款建造一个更大的庇护所，以提供更好的资源和空间。A. Obviously明显地；B. Consequently因此，结果；C. Particularly尤其；D. Immediately立即。根据上文“yet countless animals still slip through the cracks”可知，因为仍有很多动物需要救助，所以需要更大的庇护所，上下文是因果关系。故选B。
【33题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：因此，我们正在筹款建造一个更大的庇护所，以提供更好的资源和空间。A. habitats栖息地；B. decorations装饰；C. resources资源；D. ingredients原料。根据上文“build a larger shelter, providing”可知，更大的庇护所可以提供更多的食物、医疗等资源。故选C。
【34题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：除非我们已经用尽了所有其他选择，否则我们绝不会让一只动物安乐死。A. exhausted用尽，耗尽；B. managed管理；C. investigated调查；D. avoided避免。根据上文“We never put an animal down”及下文“all other options”可知，此处指用尽所有其他选择。故选A。
【35题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：每个生命都很重要。A. survives幸存；B. taps轻敲；C. matters要紧，重要；D. weighs称重。根据下文“As long as there are animals like Atticus and Dave, we’ll keep fighting for them.”可知，文章强调每个生命都值得被珍视，都很重要。故选C。
第二节 语法填空（共10小题；每题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。
At the northern tip of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, ____36____ China meets Russia, Mongolia and Kazakhstan, lies Altay prefecture (阿勒泰地区), a region ____37____ (bless) with dramatic landscapes and rich culture. ____38____ (rough) the size of Cuba, it stretches from snowy mountaintops over 4,000 meters high to lowlands just 246 meters above sea level. A short coach trip can take you from glaciers to desert, even past herds of wild animals.
During my recent trip, I couldn’t take my eyes off the view. As the coach ____39____ (wind) through valleys, silver peaks shone in the distance while the green of birch forests filled the foreground. It looked like the Alps, ____40____ this wasn’t Europe. A blue river rushed beside us, matching our speed, its power reminding me how rarely I feel nature’s strength in the city.
Across the hills stand yurts (圆顶帐篷) of Kazakh herders, their animals ____41____ (wander) freely. The night before, I experienced throat singing for the first time — a sound that seemed very ____42____ (fascinate).
As we descended, the green grasslands slowly gave way to bright yellow desert. The ____43____ (vast) felt like stepping into a fantasy game, except that this was real. When the other passengers awoke, unaware of what they had missed, I sat amazed, lost ____44____ words to describe the scene I had just witnessed. If only I ____45____ (bring) my camera with me!
【答案】36. where
37. blessed
38. Roughly
39. wound 40. but
41. wandering
42. fascinating
43. vastness
44. for 45. had brought
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者在新疆阿勒泰地区旅行时，被当地壮丽的自然风光和丰富的文化所吸引，描述了沿途的所见所感。
【36题详解】
考查定语从句。句意：在新疆维吾尔自治区的最北端，中国与俄罗斯、蒙古和哈萨克斯坦接壤的地方，是阿勒泰地区，一个拥有壮丽风景和丰富文化的地区。“____ China meets Russia, Mongolia and Kazakhstan”是定语从句，修饰先行词the northern tip of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region，关系词将其代入定语从句中作地点状语，应使用关系副词where引导该从句。故填where。
【37题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：在新疆维吾尔自治区的最北端，中国与俄罗斯、蒙古和哈萨克斯坦接壤的地方，是阿勒泰地区，一个拥有壮丽风景和丰富文化的地区。“(bless) with dramatic landscapes and rich culture”作后置定语，bless(将……赐予，使有幸得到)用非谓语动词形式，与其逻辑主语a region之间是被动关系，应用过去分词表被动。故填blessed。
【38题详解】
考查副词。句意：它大致相当于古巴的大小，从4000多米高的雪山山顶延伸到海拔仅246米的低地。提示词修饰整个句子，应用副词roughly作状语，意为“大致，大约”；句首单词首字母大写。故填Roughly。
【39题详解】
考查时态。句意：当长途汽车蜿蜒穿过山谷时，远处的银色山峰闪闪发光，而桦树林的绿色则填满了前景。wind(蜿蜒而行)是谓语动词，与主语the coach之间是主动关系，描述旅行途中发生的事情，应用一般过去时态。故填wound。
【40题详解】
考查连词。句意：它看起来像阿尔卑斯山，但这里不是欧洲。结合句意可知，前后文之间是转折关系，应用连词but连接。故填but。
【41题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：山丘上矗立着哈萨克牧民的圆顶帐篷，他们的动物自由自在地漫步。“their animals ____ (wander) freely”是独立主格结构，作伴随状语，wander(漫步)用非谓语动词形式，与其逻辑主语their animals之间是主动关系，应用现在分词表主动。故填wandering。
【42题详解】
考查形容词。句意：前一天晚上，我第一次体验了呼麦——一种听起来非常迷人的声音。提示词作表语，用形容词fascinating，意为“迷人的”。故填fascinating。
【43题详解】
考查名词。句意：这种辽阔感就像踏入了一个奇幻游戏，只不过这是真实的。提示词作主语，用名词vastness，意为“辽阔，广阔”，不可数名词。故填vastness。
【44题详解】
考查介词。句意：当其他乘客醒来，不知道他们错过了什么时，我坐在那里，惊讶得无法用语言来形容我刚刚目睹的场景。(be) lost for words为固定短语，意为“如此震惊、惊讶、充满钦佩等，以至于无法说话”。故填for。
【45题详解】
考查虚拟语气。句意：要是我带了相机就好了!“If only...!”是固定句型，意为“要是……就好了!”，句子是对过去情况的虚拟，应用虚拟语气，谓语动词用“had+过去分词”形式。故填had brought。
第四部分 写作（满分40分）
第一节(满分15分)
46. 假如你是李华，你校英语报将举办辩论赛，辩题为“Housework: A distraction or a lesson for life”。作为参赛选手，你仍存在一些困惑（如辩题理解、辩论技巧等）。请你给外教Mr. Smith写一封求助信，内容包括：
1.写信目的；
2.请教内容。
注意：
1.词数80个左右；
2.开头和结尾已给出。
Dear Smith,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours，
Li Hua
【答案】Dear Mr. Smith,
I'm Li Hua. I'm writing to seek your guidance on the upcoming debate regarding the topic “Housework: A distraction or a lesson for life.”
I am eager to join but have two main concerns. First, I hope to better grasp the debate's core: whether housework distracts from studies or teaches responsibility and practical skills. Second, I would appreciate some debating strategies, such as expressing ideas clearly and persuasively, and replying well to opposite opinions.
Thank you very much for your time. Any advice you could offer would be greatly appreciated.
Yours,
Li Hua
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生给外教史密斯先生写一封求助信，就即将举办的英语辩论赛相关问题寻求指导。
【详解】1. 词汇积累
寻求：seek → ask for
渴望做某事：be eager to do→ be anxious to do
理解：grasp → understand
有说服力地：persuasively → convincingly
2. 句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句：I'm writing to seek your guidance on the upcoming debate regarding the topic “Housework: A distraction or a lesson for life.”
拓展句：I'm writing to seek your guidance on the upcoming debate, whose topic is “Housework: A distraction or a lesson for life.”
【点睛】【高分句型 1】Second, I would appreciate some debating strategies, such as expressing ideas clearly and persuasively, and replying well to opposite opinions.（运用了动名词作宾语）
【高分句型 2】Any advice you could offer would be greatly appreciated.（运用了省略关系代词that的限制性定语从句修饰先行词advice）
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。
When I landed in a small town in New Zealand as an exchange student, I thought I was ready for everything — new faces, language barriers, strange social patterns and even homesickness. Still, the smallest things made me feel out of place.
Luckily, the Wilsons, my host family, did everything they could to help me settle in — driving me around, sharing meals, and even letting me use their kitchen when. I. missed Chinese food. With their warmth and support, everything seemed to fall into place.
But at school, small moments felt bigger than I’d imagined. In our first literature class, we discussed a Hemingway story. Everyone jumped in actively, while I struggled to speak up. My desk-mate encouraged me, “Next time, just speak up.” I nodded, forcing a bitter smile.
And just like that, I found myself in another cultural trap, Mrs. Wilson’s birthday dinner. At the table, I answered politely but kept mostly to myself. Mrs. Wilson noticed my silence and gently asked, “You alright, sweet girl You’ re so quiet tonight.” My face reddened. Was my silence seen as cold, rather than polite
That night, restless and wide awake, I wondered if I needed to laugh louder, speak faster; or hide parts of myself just to feel I belonged. Questions flooded my mind, none with answers.
A few days later, our teacher announced there would be a Culture Festival next week. “You’ ll prepare a stand to share your own culture — food, crafts, customs ... anything meaningful. You can not only display your culture but also make it interactive, allowing people to try new things, learn traditional skills. or share stories and cultural symbols,” she said. The class lit up with excitement. I sat frozen, mind racing: how could I share my traditions in English The thought made my stomach twisted (扭曲). Yet, I gathered myself with a deep breath and signed up. After that, I threw myself wholeheartedly into preparations, until the day finally came.
注意：
（1）续写词数应为150个左右；
（2）请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
At the Culture Festival, I stood behind my stand, nervous but ready.
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From that day on, my world here started to change.
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【答案】【参考范文】（116+115词）
At the Culture Festival, I stood behind my stand, nervous but ready. Taking a deep breath, I once again neatly arranged all the well-prepared items: red paper and scissors. Soon, students and teachers gathered, curiosity in their eyes. I welcomed them with a smile and demonstrated: fold, cut, unfold — and a butterfly spread its wings. A wave of surprise rippled through the crowd. Encouraged, I invited a boy to try; his star turned out uneven, yet drew laughter and applause. More joined eagerly, and I moved among them, guiding their hands, praising their efforts and celebrating each creation. When a teacher proudly held up her paper flower, the cheers grew louder. Red pieces fell to the floor, and my confidence, once hidden, shone through every new pattern.
From that day on, my world here started to change. In the hallway, students waved butterflies from my stand and greeted me with bright “Ni hao!” My heart lifted as I waved back. In literature class, I gave voice to my ideas with newfound confidence. My English was not flawless, yet my voice was steady, and instead of silence I saw nods and smiles. After class, a girl asked softly, “Can you show us more about your culture ” Her words lingered in my heart, echoing like a gentle reminder. In that echo, I realized I had not only broken free from cultural shock but also found my place in a shared story — one written by many voices, yet open enough to hold my own.
【解析】
【导语】文章以人物为线索展开，讲述了作者作为交换生到新西兰的一个小镇，虽做好了应对各种困难的准备，但仍因小事感到不适应。在寄宿家庭中，威尔逊一家给予温暖支持；但在学校，作者在课堂讨论和文化场景中遭遇交流困境，陷入文化困惑。后来，老师宣布举办文化节，作者虽担心无法用英语分享传统文化，但还是报名并全身心投入准备。
【详解】1.段落续写
①由第一段首句内容“文化节那天，我站在自己的摊位后，既紧张又满怀期待。”可知，第一段可描写作者精心准备并教周围人剪纸的经过。
②由第二段首句内容“从那天起，我在这里的生活开始悄然改变。”可知，第二段可描写文化节对作者的生活产生的影响以及作者的感悟。
2.续写线索：摆放材料——吸引师生——展示剪纸艺术——教大家剪纸——受他人反馈鼓励——隐藏的自信逐渐显露——自我价值反思
3.词汇激活
行为类
①赞美：praise/speak highly of
②意识到：realize/be aware of
③鼓励：encourage/inspire
情绪类
①惊讶：surprise/astonishment
②渴望地：eagerly/longingly
【点睛】[高分句型1]Taking a deep breath, I once again neatly arranged all the well-prepared items: red paper and scissors.（运用了现在分词短语作状语）
[高分句型2]In that echo, I realized I had not only broken free from cultural shock but also found my place in a shared story — one written by many voices, yet open enough to hold my own.（运用了省略了that的宾语从句，过去分词短语作后置定语）

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