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2025-2026学年湖南长沙市南雅中学高三下学期四月保温训英语试卷
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话读两遍。
1. What is the weather like now?
A. Cloudy. B. Sunny. C. Windy.
2. What kind of plants are grown in the woman’s garden?
A. Lemon trees. B. Garlic plants. C. Roses.
3. Why does the man talk to the woman?
A. He was given the wrong delivery.
B. The packaging was damaged.
C. He didn’t receive his fruits.
4. Who might the man be?
A. A trainman. B. A college student. C. A teacher.
5. When does the conversation probably take place?
A. In May. B. In October. C. In November.
第二节 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 are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. Planning a trip.
B. Choosing a camera.
C. Making an exercise plan.
7. What type of physical activity does the man do regularly?
A. Running. B. Cycling. C. Swimming.
听第7段材料，回答第8至9题。
8. Which subject does Miss Jones teach?
A. Biology. B. Chemistry. C. Physics.
9. What did Miss Jones want Leo to do?
A. Pass on a message.
B. Review for a test.
C. Hand in his notebook.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. How does the woman feel about the steak?
A. It’s overcooked.
B. It’s too salty.
C. It’s juicy.
11. What dish does the woman skip?
A. The roasted chicken. B. The Caesar salad. C. The nut bread.
12. Where are probably the speakers?
A. At the man’s home. B. At a restaurant. C. In a television studio.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. What is a key characteristic of the “X-ray style” of rock art?
A. It features humans and plants.
B. It uses straight lines and circles.
C. It shows the bones and organs of creatures.
14. Which site is well-known for rock carvings?
A. Arnhem Land. B. Central Desert. C. Kimberley Region.
15. What threatens some rock art sites today?
A. Mining and extreme weather.
B. Urban development.
C. Overtourism.
16. How are modern communities working to preserve these traditions?
A. By using fences and 3D scanning.
B. By prohibiting mining in key areas.
C. By teaching youth traditional methods.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. Why did Bonnie contact Loose Ends?
A. To sell her mother’s handmade items.
B. To handle some unfinished sweaters.
C. To sign up to be a volunteer.
18. What do people need to pay when seeking help from Loose Ends?
A. The material costs. B. The shipping costs. C. The labor costs.
19. Where did Anna first learn about Loose Ends?
A. From her daughter.
B. From the Internet.
C. From a knitting store.
20. What does Anna say about Loose Ends?
A. It connects people with local crafters.
B. It helps people develop new hobbies.
C. It brings a win-win situation.
第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分）
第一节 （共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A，B，C，D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Tiny Forests: A Small Step to Balance Humans and Nature
As the global ecological crisis becomes increasingly serious, humans are seeking effective ways to live in harmony with nature. The Tiny Forest movement, initiated by Japanese botanist Akira Miyawaki in the 1970s, has become a popular solution to restore urban ecology and strengthen the bond between humans and nature. In 2025, there were many countries setting up tiny forests. The statistics are as follows:
The Number of Tiny Forests in Major Countries (2025)
A tiny forest refers to a small area (usually 100-200 square meters) where native plant seedlings are densely planted to quickly restore forest ecosystems on degraded land. The survey shows that 89% of the areas with tiny forests have seen a significant increase in local biodiversity, with the number of insect and bird species rising by 30% on average. Besides, these small forests help reduce urban heat islands and improve air quality, which brings great benefits to human health.
Benefits of Tiny Forests (2025 Survey Results)
Benefit Type
Percentage of People Who Feel the Benefit
Improved air quality
78%
Reduced surrounding temperature
72%
Increased outdoor leisure places
65%
Relieved mental stress
61%
Despite the remarkable benefits, the development of tiny forests still faces some challenges. The top challenge is the lack of professional maintenance personnel, reported by 45% of the surveyed regions, followed by insufficient funding (38%) and limited urban land (17%). Notably, the survey also finds that 76% of young people are willing to participate in tiny forest planting and maintenance, showing their strong enthusiasm for protecting nature and building a harmonious relationship with it.
The Tiny Forest movement proves that even small efforts can make a big difference in achieving harmony between humans and nature. The survey concludes that strengthening international cooperation and encouraging youth participation will promote the sustainable development of the Tiny Forest movement and contribute to building a greener world.
1. What is a Tiny Forest according to the text?
A. An organization devoted to protecting environment.
B. A group committed to solving environmental problems.
C. A wood aimed at recovering ecology.
D. An area where insects and birds live.
2. Which continent sets up the most tiny forests?
A. Europe. B. North America. C. Oceania. D. Asia.
3. Which aspect do people feel they benefit the most from tiny forests?
A. Decreased urban temperature. B. Upgraded air condition.
C. Increased open areas. D. Reduced mental problems.
B
There was an old bookstore on the corner of my street. I discovered it one sunny afternoon when I was exploring the neighborhood. The moment I pushed open the door, a unique aroma (芳香) embraced me. The shelves were stuffed with books of every genre and age. I could see the spines of well-loved classics, rare first editions, and forgotten treasures. The owner, a middle-aged man with glasses and a warm smile, was busy tidying up. He greeted me and told me to feel free to look around. I started browsing and was immediately fascinated by a collection of old travelogues that seemed to hold the secrets of far-off lands.
Over the following weeks, I became a regular. I would spend hours there, losing myself in the pages of different books. Sometimes, the owner would recommend a particular book based on our conversations. His knowledge and passion for literature were truly inspiring.
However, change was on the horizon. The city was developing rapidly, and new, modern shops were replacing the old ones. One day, I noticed a sense of gloom in the bookstore. The owner informed me that due to the skyrocketing rent and the competition from online bookstores, he was struggling to keep the doors open. It seemed that this little shelter of literature might soon disappear.
I was determined not to let that happen. I reached out to my schoolmates and local community groups. We organized a book fair in front of the bookstore, inviting local authors and artists to participate. We also set up an online crowdfunding page to collect donations. People from all over the neighborhood came to show their support. They bought books, donated money, and shared their own memories of the bookstore.
Thanks to the collective efforts, we managed to raise enough funds to cover the rent for a while. The bookstore survived this crisis. A community’s love and support can preserve something truly valuable. The old bookstore was not just a place to buy books; it was a cornerstone of our community’s cultural and emotional heritage, and it was worth every bit of the fight to save it.
4. What caught the writer’s attention the most during his first visit to the bookstore?
A. The ancient travel descriptions. B. The stuffed book shelves.
C. The warm and busy shop owner. D. The fascinating collection of classics.
5. Why did the bookstore face the risk of shutting down?
A. The lack of management of the store. B. The rapid development of the city.
C. The surging rent and e-commerce strain. D. The gradual disappearance of literature.
6. Which of the following best describes the writer?
A. Shy and passionate. B. Ambitious and sympathetic.
C. Uplifting and economical. D. Warm-hearted and powerful.
7. What of the following does the writer mainly emphasize in the passage?
A. The negative influence of urban expansion on the bookstore.
B. The vital role of joint efforts in conserving cultural treasure.
C. The noticeable advantage of protecting cultural heritage.
D. The unavoidable replacement of old traditions by modern trends.
C
Ever feel like there’s never enough time these days? Chased by deadlines and bombarded with social media content, we feel that each day is packed. However, when we stop to think about our day before going to bed, we can’t quite explain what we actually did, and might even feel a bit empty.
The idea of “time poverty” is not new. First introduced in 1977, it has attracted much attention over the decades, according to Forbes. Cassie Holmes, a US social psychologist, tracked the time data of tens of thousands of people and found that when people have less than two hours of free time each day, their life satisfaction drops. They may even start to experience feelings such as anxiety and burnout.
We live in a world that values productivity. People are expected to be efficient, take on different roles and deal with many tasks. This can lead to a lack of personal time. Not only does this hurt people’s well-being, but it can also lead to a crisis in social relationships. A University of Chicago study found that over the past decade, people’s participation in community activities had dropped by 58 percent, and the chance of neighbors knowing each other had fallen from 75 percent in the 1980s to only 22 percent in 2022.
Despite these facts, it is worth noting that more free time does not necessarily mean greater happiness. Holmes pointed out that when people have over five hours of free time a day, they may start to feel a loss of purpose and achievement. Those who have two to five hours of free time each day report the highest levels of happiness and satisfaction.
Time is a resource that is equally shared among all people. The key lies not in how much time we have, but in how we use it. If you ever feel short on time, try making small changes to find some “me time”. Exercising or volunteering can help you make the most of your time and give you a sense of achievement.
8. How does the author introduce the topic of the text?
A. By sharing a personal story.
B. By explaining the meaning of a term.
C. By showing how people waste their time.
D. By describing a common daily experience.
9. Why does the author mention the University of Chicago study in Paragraph 3?
A. To illustrate the serious social consequences of time poverty.
B. To prove the positive impact of community activities on time management.
C. To criticize the decline in neighborly relationships in modern society.
D. To support the idea that people today have less free time than before.
10. What does Cassie Holmes’ research say about free time and happiness?
A. Five hours of free time results in burnout.
B. More free time always leads to greater happiness.
C. Two to five hours of free time brings the best results.
D. Less than two hours of free time leads to aimlessness.
11. What does the author advise people to do in the last paragraph?
A. To center on improving efficiency.
B. To spend free time in a more meaningful way.
C. To follow a tight schedule without making changes.
D. To strategically reduce workload and social engagements.
D
When it comes to wildlife protection, humans have found an unlikely but powerful helper: sniffer dogs. These four-legged helpers are using their extraordinary sense of smell to track endangered species, detect illegal wildlife products and stop illegal hunters in their tracks.
A sniffer dog’s nose is its greatest tool. While humans have about 5 million smell receptors, dogs have up to 300 million, making them capable of detecting scents at concentrations as low as one part per trillion. For wildlife protection, this means they can pick up the smell of animal droppings, known as scat, from miles away. By analyzing these samples, scientists can learn about the species’ population, health and movement patterns without disturbing the animals themselves.
One of the most famous examples is the work of conservation dogs in Africa. In countries like Kenya, dogs are trained to find the scat of endangered animals such as African wild dogs and cheetahs. This information helps conservationists map the animals’ habitats and create effective protection plans. Beyond tracking scat, dogs are also trained to sniff out illegal wildlife products like ivory, rhino horn, and wild animal meat at borders and checkpoints. In some cases, they have even been able to find hidden hunting tools before illegal hunters can carry out their harmful activities.
However, training a conservation dog is not an easy task. It takes months of careful training to teach a dog to focus on specific scents and ignore distractions like other animals or food. Trainers use positive reinforcement, rewarding dogs with treats and praise when they make a correct identification. Once trained, these dogs can work for up to 8 years, providing reliable service to wildlife protection efforts.
These dogs are more than just tools — they are heroes of the wild. With their help, we are one step closer to preserving the planet’s biodiversity and ensuring that endangered species survive for generations to come.
12. What is the main advantage of sniffer dogs in wildlife protection?
A. Their long service life.
B. Their obvious trainability.
C. Their exceptional sense of smell.
D. Their ability to work independently in complex environments.
13. Why do conservationists collect animal scat?
A. To make a profit from it. B. To study the species’ condition.
C. To distract illegal hunters. D. To train sniffer dogs.
14. What does the underlined word “reinforcement” in Paragraph 4 probably mean?
A. Support. B. Control. C. Observation. D. Competition.
15. What can we infer from the passage about conservation dogs?
A. They can work independently without trainers.
B. Their training relies on positive reinforcement.
C. They are only used in African countries.
D. They can detect what humans are unable to perceive.
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。
Beauty and Unease: The Art of Christian Houge
Christian Houge is a famous Norwegian photographer. His works have been shown in many countries, including the US, the UK, and China. Since he was a child, he has had a thoughtful way of looking at life. His main goal is to show the sharp contrast between untouched nature and the influence of human civilization. ____16____
Houge spent seven years collecting taxidermied (制成标本的) animals, mostly rare or endangered. He places them on old English wallpapers and burns them. ____17____ “In idea, this series is like a totemic (图腾的) ritual. I am setting the animal free. I am removing it from the market,” he explained. The project highlights global issues like habitat loss and climate change.
Houge has long explored the conflicts between humans and nature. “Human ego (自我), consumer society, personal identity, and the last parts of pure nature appear again and again in my work,” he said. ____18____ His works create a quiet sadness over what is lost. He wants to create cognitive dissonance (认知失调) in viewers to show deeper truths about our relationship with the planet.
Houge’s works are known worldwide. They are in museum collections in Norway, the US, and China, and are popular with collectors. In 2015, Paradise Lost was shown in three Chinese cities. His later work Residence of Impermanence has been shown at three major museums in Europe. ____19____ For instance, a Norwegian arts council funded his series Death of a Mountain in 2019. His works have also been sold at Sotheby’s in London.
____20____ His intention aligns with this recognition. “Photography is a window into the unseen. Through my lens, I look into myself, and I invite others to face their own relationship with nature,” he said.
A. This act seems destructive but is full of meaning.
B. So these repeated ideas appear in his visual style: beauty with unease.
C. Besides museums, some government groups have asked him to create large works.
D. To turn this idea into real art, he created a unique process.
E. Many of his works are praised for raising awareness of environmental issues.
F. As a result, these repeated ideas help shape the thoughtful tone of his works.
G. The shows in China mixed art with environmental care and received wide praise.
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）
When my grandfather retired, he transformed his backyard into a vegetable garden. What started as a hobby soon became his passion. Every morning, he was ____21____ in the garden by sunrise. I, as a restless teenager, found his ____22____ puzzling. Why did he spend so much time on something that grew so slowly?
One summer, he asked for my help. ____23____, I agreed, expecting it to be a dull chore. The first task was to prepare the soil — a backbreaking job of turning it over and removing weeds. “Patience,” he said, noticing my ____24____. “Good soil doesn’t happen overnight.” I rolled my eyes, ____25____ this was just an excuse for more work.
Weeks passed. Under his guidance, I learned to ____26____ the subtle signs of growth: the first sprout, the true leaves. My initial impatience gradually ____27____ a quiet curiosity. I began to ____28____ the daily rhythm of the garden — watering, checking for pests, and simply observing.
Then came a week of heavy storms. I worried our tender plants would be destroyed. Grandfather, however, remained calm. “The storm will ____29____ the strong ones,” he said. Sure enough, after the rains, the garden looked greener and more vibrant. The challenge had, in fact, ____30____ it.
The harvest day finally arrived. As we ____31____ tomatoes and beans, I felt a deep satisfaction I’d never known from instant rewards. That’s when I understood. My grandfather wasn’t just growing vegetables; he was ____32____ a timeless principle: meaningful growth requires patience, care, and resilience. The garden was a living classroom.
Now, years later, whenever I face a challenge that seems to ____33____ no progress, I think of that garden. I remind myself that some of the best things — in life, in work, in ourselves — ____34____ slowly. You can’t rush them. You can only ____35____ the right conditions, tend with care, and trust in time.
21. A. lost B. stuck C. occupied D. trapped
22. A. devotion B. theory C. technique D. curiosity
23. A. Eagerly B. Reluctantly C. Honestly D. Proudly
24. A. excitement B. hesitation C. boredom D. confidence
25. A. suspecting B. proving C. promising D. denying
26. A. ignore B. create C. appreciate D. miss
27. A. gave way to B. made up for C. put up with D. looked back on
28. A. break B. follow C. set D. resist
29. A. wash away B. look for C. root out D. leave behind
30. A. forgotten B. protected C. strengthened D. replaced
31. A. purchased B. sorted C. washed D. picked
32. A. questioning B. illustrating C. forgetting D. complicating
33. A. show B. require C. promise D. value
34. A. happen B. end C. spread D. decay
35. A. apply B. transform C. abandon D. provide
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。
American Evan Kail, winning global respect for donating precious historical evidence of Japanese war crimes of aggression against China, announced on March 15, 2026, ____36____ he would settle in Tianjin to start a new life, which has attracted worldwide attention and is widely seen ____37____ a touching example of people-to-people friendship between the U.S. and China.
Kail first rose to fame in 2022. As a pawnshop (当铺) owner from Minnesota, he came into possession of a rare photo album containing more than 30 original pictures recording atrocities (暴行) ____38____ (commit) by the Japanese army during its invasion of China in World War II. Despite generous purchase offers and later online threats, he turned down all money and donated ____39____ album to the Chinese Consulate in Chicago. For his courage and honesty, he ____40____ (receive) a special diplomatic porcelain (国礼瓷) gift as a sincere symbol of appreciation.
Kail’s deep bond with China grew during his first visit in late 2024. His 76-day planned trip ____41____ (extend) to 90 days, taking him to over 40 cities. In the 2025 CCTV Spring Festival Gala, he spoke simple but clear Chinese, ____42____ (make) him hugely popular among Chinese people.
Kail’s choice carries far-reaching significance. As a foreign friend who ____43____ (true) understands and respects China, he helps ____44____ (break) unfair stereotypes (刻板印象) and presents to the world a more authentic, inclusive and friendly country. His story reminds the world that goodwill and honesty can build lasting ____45____ (bridge) between different cultures.
第四部分 写作（共两节；满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华，校英文报正在举办题为“My Colorful School Life”的征文活动。请你写一篇短文投稿，分享你参与的一次校园活动，内容包括：
（1）活动简介；
（2）你的收获；
（3）你的期待。
注意：
（1）写作词数应为80个左右；
（2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
My Colorful School Life
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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。
A Little Tiny Thing
Mary sat in the garden, sewing. She was not very interested in her work, so when a little ant came running across the stone table beside her, she thought it would be fun to trap it under her thimble (顶针). “He is only a little tiny thing,” Mary said to herself.
“He probably doesn’t even mind.”
Mary didn’t mean to be cruel. She simply thought that something so small couldn’t really feel anything. For a moment she hesitated, but then her mother called, and she ran off, forgetting the ant.
The little ant ran round and round inside its dark prison, frightened and desperate. That night, rain poured down. The next morning, Mary lifted the thimble. The little thing lay stiff and still. “Oh!” Mary cried. “Did he die?”
Her father came up beside her. “See,” he said, “he still moves one leg. Run and fetch a little honey.” Mary brought a spoon of honey. She touched a drop of it before the ant with a blade of grass. The ant licked the honey, slowly grew stronger, and soon stood on his tiny legs. Then he began to run away.
“Where is he going?” Mary asked softly, feeling ashamed. “Home,” said her father. “Ants have families, and they care for one another. Once I saw ants dig their friend out from under a berry. Don’t you think that makes them rather remarkable?” Mary nodded, thinking.
The little ant crept to the edge of the table and disappeared into the grass. Her father smiled. “I wouldn’t be surprised if he has gone off to tell his friends about the honey.” “Oh, he wouldn’t!” Mary said. Then she added quietly, “I never do that. When I find blackberries, I never run to call my brothers and sisters.” Her father looked at her and paused for a while.
注意：
1．所续写短文的词数应为150左右；
2．续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好；
“Wait and see,” he said at last.
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“These tiny ants are kinder than I am,” Mary said, cheeks reddening.
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答案版
【答案】1. C 2. D 3. B
【答案】4. A 5. C 6. D 7. B
【答案】8. D 9. A 10. C 11. B
【答案】12. C 13. B 14. A 15. D
【答案】16. D 17. A 18. B 19. C 20. E
答案】21. C 22. A 23. B 24. C 25. A 26. C 27. A 28. B 29. D 30. C 31. D 32. B 33. A 34. A 35. D
【答案】36. that
37. as 38. committed
39. the 40. received
41. was extended
42. making 43. truly
44. to break##break
45. bridges
【答案】范文
Last Monday witnessed an English reading activity held in our school. During the event, we read various classic English articles, exchanged insightful ideas in groups and put on lively short plays based on the stories.
This activity truly brightened up our busy school days. Not only did I improve my reading skills, but I also learned the importance of teamwork. Besides, I became more confident when speaking in public, which benefited me a lot in both study and daily life.
I sincerely hope more colorful and diverse activities will be held in our school. I am looking forward to gaining more rewarding experiences and helping make my school life more fulfilling and memorable.
【答案】参考范文
Paragraph 1:
“Wait and see,” he said at last. Mary watched the spot where the ant had disappeared, her heart beating with hope. Minutes passed, and doubt crept in. Then a tiny figure appeared, scurrying across the stone. Behind him came another, then another. Soon a stream of ants marched in perfect formation, gathering around the honey. Their delicate horns touched as if sharing whispered secrets, and they shared the sweet drop in quiet harmony. Mary knelt down, breathless. Never before had she truly seen these creatures — not like this.
Paragraph 2:
“These tiny ants are kinder than I am,” Mary said, cheeks reddening. Her father knelt beside her. “They share what they have,” he said softly, “Kindness has nothing to do with how big or small a creature is.” Mary looked down, remembering how she had trapped the ant thoughtlessly. “I thought being small meant being nothing,” she said in a low voice. “But I was wrong. Every life matters.” She reached out and gently brushed a fallen leaf from the ants’ path. Then she turned to her father. “Next time I find blackberries, I’ll come straight home to tell everyone.”

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