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江苏镇江市2025-2026学年高二下学期4月期中考试英语试题
第一部分 听力 (略)
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
Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest 2026
The 24th Annual Photo Contest of Smithsonian Magazine will run from January 15, 2026 to May 1, 2026. By entering the contest, each participant confirms that they are at least 18 years old and agree to all the rules.
What to Enter
Participants may submit photos in the following six categories:
Wildlife: Animals and plants in their natural environment that inspire a sense of wonder.
Travel: Scenes, people or activities that reflect the character of a place.
People: Portraits of individuals or groups.
The American Experience at 250: Images that show events, places or objects connected with 250 years of American history and culture.
Artistic Images: Creative photographs that express ideas or concepts.
Drone: Photos taken by drones, planes or helicopters.
Note: Images created using Artificial Intelligence (AI) are not allowed.
How to Enter
Entries must be submitted online at /photocontest. Each participant may submit up to 15 photos per category, with a maximum of 90 entries in total.
To be accepted, each photo must:
in JPEG, JPG or GIF format
at least 2,000 pixels wide
be no larger than 10 MB
A separate form is required for each photo.
Judging & Prizes
Entries will be judged on creativity, quality, originality and overall impact. The organizers will select 10 finalists in each category. From these 60 finalists, one Grand Prize winner will be chosen.
In June 2026, the public will vote online to decide the Readers’ Choice winner.
Grand Prize: $2,500
Category Winners: $500 each
Readers’ Choice: $500
Please do not contact the organizers about judging results. For questions about the rules. email photocontest@si.edu.
1. Which of the following can be accepted as a contest entry
A. A photo created using AI technology.
B. A picture of animals living freely in the wild.
C. A photo submitted by a 16-year-old student.
D. An image that is smaller than 2,000 pixels wide.
2. What are participants required to do when submitting photos
A. Submit at least 15 photos in total.
B. Fill in one form for each category.
C. Make sure each photo meets technical requirements.
D. Send their photos by email to the organizers.
3. What can be learned about the finalists
A. They will each receive $500.
B. They will be chosen by public voting.
C. They will compete for the Grand Prize.
D. They will automatically become category winners.
B
When Maggie was a very young girl, she loved looking up at the stars in the sky, and she loved a British television stop- animation (定格动画) series, The Clangers, about mousy- looking beings from another planet. It’s debatable as to which fueled her dream of becoming a space scientist more, but one thing is for sure: the passion Maggie had for space inspired a career and helped her overcome her dyslexia (读写困难) .
The now celebrated space scientist, mechanical engineer, and science communicator grew up bouncing from one area of the country to another, the child of two Nigerian immigrants. Diagnosed (诊断) with dyslexia at the age of eight, Maggie faced enormous challenges in traditional learning environments. Dyslexia often made reading and writing difficult, and she was sometimes looked down upon by classmates.
Despite these obstacles, her passion for science and space exploration shone through. Rather than focusing on the limitations dyslexia imposed, Maggie discovered its advantages: her brain was good at visualization and problem- solving, enabling her to think creatively and approach challenges from unique perspectives. Her journey to success wasn’t easy. After overcoming early academic struggles, she went on to earn degrees in physics and mechanical engineering. Today, she is well known for her work in space science, including the development of satellites and instruments used to explore the universe. Her contributions to science are widely recognized, and she has become an inspiring role model for young people, particularly those facing learning difficulties.
Her story is a powerful reminder that dyslexia is not a limitation but a different way of processing the world, one that can lead to extraordinary achievements. Maggie’s life and career prove that facing what makes you different can turn challenges into strengths, inspiring others to see the potential in their own unique abilities.
4. What can we learn about Maggie from paragraph 1
A. She was born with a talent for space science.
B. Her dyslexia stopped her path to her dream.
C. Her passion for space promoted her career.
D. She was mainly inspired by The Clangers.
5. Which word best describes Maggie’s early learning experience
A. Engaging. B. Enriching. C. Relaxing. D. Demanding.
6. What did Maggie’s achievements result from
A. Inner desire. B. Family support.
C. Peer assistance. D. Social recognition.
7. What is the author’s main purpose in writing the text
A. To present a scientist’s contributions.
B. To discuss the disadvantages of dyslexia.
C. To encourage people to face difficulties bravely.
D. To highlight the importance of space exploration.
C
People have been trying to create glowing (发光) plants for decades. The challenge is making the glow bright enough for our eyes to see. Last year, US biotech company Light Bio launched the Firefly Petunia, the first genetically engineered glowing plant to go on sale. It claims that the plant’s brightness is “similar to moonlight,” but judging from photos on social media, it’s nowhere near as bright as a full moon.
There is a reason why this is so difficult. Plants get their energy from light, but photosynthesis (光合作用) is wildly inefficient. It’s estimated that most plants capture less than 2 percent of the light that falls on them, and they need part of it to survive and grow. That leaves precious little to transform back into light.
Given this fact, plants will never glow bright enough to take the place of streetlights. To solve this, a few groups have instead been trying to physically add phosphors (磷光体), a type of light-storing material that glows in the dark, to adult plants, which are much more efficient than photosynthesis. The problem is getting the phosphor chemicals evenly distributed inside the leaves. But now it’s found that such distribution is easily achieved in certain plants, so brightly phosphorescent plants of various colors are created by adding phosphors into each leaf by hand.
However, making plants glow by physically adding phosphors into them is considered “cheating.” At the very least, the glow will become weaker if these plants survive and grow larger. There is also a potential environmental concern when the plants die and are thrown out.
If the plants were genetically engineered to make their own long-lasting phosphors that are fully biodegradable, it would be a different story. In fact, giving plants this ability might even boost the efficiency of photosynthesis. Being able to temporarily “store” light could help keep the light steady, transform unusable wavelengths into usable ones, and allow photosynthesis to continue into the night. One day, perhaps entire fields will glow in the dark.
8. What makes it hard for plants to glow brightly
A. The low light-use efficiency of photosynthesis.
B. Plants need most captured light to survive and grow.
C. Photosynthesis transforms only part of sunlight into usable energy.
D. Plants’ leaves cannot store enough light.
9. How do some groups improve the brightness of the plants
A. By adding phosphors into the leaves.
B. By using adult plants that are more efficient than seedlings.
C. By manually adjusting light conditions.
D. By distributing chemicals evenly inside the leaves.
10. What can we learn about phosphorescent plants from the passage
A. They need careful light management.
B. Their glow fade over time.
C. They can cause environmental pollution.
D. They are less bright than expected.
11. What’s the function of the last paragraph
A. To discuss the difficulties of making plants glow.
B. To explore potential future applications of glowing plants.
C. To explain current experiments with glowing plants.
D. To highlight environmental concerns of glowing plants.
D
Museums have long been considered as cultural storehouses that preserve and exhibit history, art and scientific discoveries. Yet, while some children frequently visit museums with their families, others — especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds — may never have the opportunity to engage with these rich cultural resources. This disparity can create gaps in cultural knowledge, academic engagement and even self-confidence.
Professor Anik Meunier at the Université du Québec à Montréal studies how museum visits can enhance student engagement in the classroom and address social inequalities. She has established the School at the Museum program with her colleagues to integrate museum education into the school curriculum (课程) for primary and secondary schools in Montreal. “Research indicates that actions aimed at improving educational success must be carried out regularly and at a pace that allows the acquisition of new attitudes, understandings or behaviours among the target population,” explains Anik. To this end, School at the Museum organises regular visits to museums throughout the year. This provides students with consistent opportunities to engage with cultural and educational resources outside the classroom.
Anik and her colleagues found that students who attended museums showed greater emotional, behavioural and cognitive engagement than before. They observed that the visits created a stronger sense of connection to the museum environment and its resources, enriching students’ cultural knowledge and expanding their vocabulary. Most importantly, after participating in School at the Museum, students who had had little prior exposure to museums displayed equal engagement to their classmates who had visited museums with family or friends.
“To make the most of the educational value, one of the most important aspects of planning a museum trip is choosing the right museum and program for students’ needs. Most museums offer age-specific educational programs for school groups,” says Anik. “A visit to a museum can relate closely to courses in many subjects, such as history, science and art, and stimulate interdisciplinary approaches.”
12. What does the underlined word “disparity” in paragraph 1 refer to
A. The lack of scientific resources.
B. The difference in cultural backgrounds.
C. The unequal opportunity to access museums.
D. The gap in classroom engagement.
13. What is the goal of the School at the Museum program
A. To deepen students’ insight into education.
B. To enhance learning through museum visits.
C. To raise awareness of the value of museums.
D. To promote overall student engagement in school.
14. What is the function of paragraph 3
A. Showing how museum visits could be applied.
B. Providing background about the program.
C. Giving examples of museum activities.
D. Providing evidence of the program’s effectiveness.
15. What is the best title for the text
A. Museums and Educational Equality
B. Learning Beyond the Classroom
C. The Value of Museum Visits
D. Cultural Access in Modern Education
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。
Changing Your Inner Voice
Picture this: You’ve just arrived home from the grocery store and realized that you forgot to buy the main food you needed for dinner. You may feel upset and tired. And then, the voice in your head begins its comments: “It’s really stupid of me.” Or “Why am I always so careless ” ____16____
We’ve all been there — experiencing the inner dialogue that follows a mistake or a setback. ____17____ Negative self-talk is a normal part of being human. But if left unchecked, it can affect our mental health. Our inner voice is constantly broadcasting our thoughts, whether they’re positive or negative. ____18____ On the other hand, negative self-talk exposes us to self-doubts and fears. This can eventually harm our mental health, relationships, and confidence.
____19____ Research shows that people who engage in this kind of behavior often experience lower self-confidence, higher anxiety levels, and a reduced sense of overall well-being. In addition, self-criticism has been associated with higher stress levels and an increased risk of mental health issues, such as depression.
The good news is that we can change our self-talk. The first step is becoming aware of the role our inner voice plays. Once we recognize its impact, we can use simple techniques to shift how we talk to ourselves. ____20____ Besides, using your name instead of “I” during inner dialogue can also create a more supportive, less critical voice.
A. Changing self-talk requires professional help.
B. Practicing constructive self-talk can be helpful
C. In fact, negative self-talk can take many forms.
D. Positive self-talk can inspire and boost our confidence.
E. You might end up feeling frustrated and heading back to the store.
F. The link between negative self-talk and mental health is well-established.
G. This inner dialogue is the voice that criticizes us when things don’t go as planned.
第三部分 语言运用 (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。
I had just moved to Phoenix. I was totally ____21____ in a city where I didn’t yet know anyone. On Christmas Eve, I went out to see a movie to ____22____. Driving back in the dark, I lost my ____23____. The more turns I made, the more I got turned around. I drove and drove in circles.
Eventually, I ____24____ on the side of the road and looked at the map. But I didn’t ____25____ where I was. Lonely and desperate, I had a good ____26____ cry. Then I saw a car slowing to a stop. A couple ____27____ my window and asked if I was OK. Learning I couldn’t find my way home, they drove me all the way across Phoenix. It turned out I was on the ____28____ side of town. When the couple left, they asked me if I would be home on Christmas. I ____29____.
The next day, around noon, the couple showed up with a picnic basket full of _____30_____. They shared their Christmas dinner with me. The _____31_____ that they did that on Christmas of all days — when I’m _____32_____ they have their own traditions and their own families — to spend that time with me as a _____33_____ stranger really touched my heart.
Nearly 40 years later, inspired by their _____34_____, I still look for opportunities every single holiday season to _____35_____ with others who might be spending the holidays alone.
21. A. curious B. alone C. different D. content
22. A. cheer up B. calm down C. reach out D. show off
23. A. direction B. balance C. patience D. mind
24. A. broke down B. turned up C. pulled over D. moved around
25. A. care B. explain C. accept D. recognize
26. A. self-doubt B. self-comfort C. self-pity D. self-regret
27. A. opened B. approached C. passed D. observed
28. A. poor B. opposite C. right D. quiet
29. A. hesitated B. agreed C. panicked D. nodded
30. A. dishes B. decorations C. gifts D. cards
31. A. belief B. possibility C. idea D. fact
32. A. afraid B. glad C. grateful D. sure
33. A. perfect B. entire C. total D. familiar
34. A. example B. wisdom C. experience D. courage
35. A. share B. cooperate C. connect D. celebrate
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。
Being an exchange student, I use my camera to bridge cultures and capture moments from the country I call my second home.
Traditional Minnan-style houses, with roofs ____36____ (distinct) curved and walls time-honored, stood shoulder to shoulder. The ____37____ (rhythm) calls of free-range chickens provided background music for our shoot, occasionally interrupted by the distant laughter of villagers passing along the paths.
What ____38____ (strike) me most was such plain warmth. A woman rode past with a basketful of leafy greens, her feet barely touching the ground as she slowed ____39____ (exchange) greetings with neighbors. At the store, the owner, ____40____ (wear) a gentle smile, wiped his hands carefully before weighing out dried mushrooms ____41____ regular customers.
In that instant, I felt I was carried 3,000 kilometers south to my grandmother’s village. Though the landscape differed, the essence remained unchanged: that familiar village ecosystem ____42____ shopkeepers remember your favorite childhood treats and ____43____ (local) catch up on the latest news.
This is the China I have come to know: It is not just through its high-rises and express trains, ____44____ in these pockets of everyday life that ring across cultures. The world stretches wide yet draws near, connected together by the shared ____45____ (kind).
第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 你校将以五一劳动节为主题举办英语征文比赛。请你结合以下名言，写一篇短文投稿，内容包括：
The most beautiful things in the world are created by labor, by the clever hands of people. —Gorky
(1) 你对名言的理解；
(2) 你的相关经历。
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。
From what Gorky said, I believe
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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。
Kenzie walked home from the bus with her friends Maya and Brynlee. They really missed their friend Holly, who was at home recovering from surgery. She was going to have to stay home from school for the next two weeks!
“When my mom was in the hospital after my baby sister was born, people brought her gifts,” said Maya. “We should bring gifts to Holly!” The girls agreed instantly. They planned to visit Holly after school the next Friday. After some thought, Brynlee decided to give Holly a cool necklace-making kit while Maya decided to buy Holly a gift card so that she could buy the video games she wanted.
Kenzie fell silent. She couldn’t decide. She wanted to give Holly something meaningful. But her family was saving money for a new car, and she knew it wasn’t the time to spend a lot. Upon arriving home, Kenzie sank into the sofa. She couldn’t wait for her mom to get home from work so she could talk to her.
Later, while her mother prepared dinner, Kenzie told her about Holly and the gift thing. She explained what each of her friends was giving Holly, adding that she hoped to prepare something special too. She wondered how she could do that without a lot of money.
“I know you can do it. You’re creative,” encouraged Mom. “You don’t need to spend a lot to show that you care.” Kenzie nodded thoughtfully, her mind racing to find a possible solution.
The next Monday, Kenzie and her brother Nathan had dentist appointments. They opened their goody bags on the way home. Inside were the usual toothbrush and toothpaste along with a few other things, including a super bouncy ball, a press-on tattoo and a glow-in-the-dark ring. Nathan said it was fun finding little surprises. It is fun, thought Kenzie. Then she realized Nathan had just given her an idea for Holly’s gift. She’d make little things that would be special to Holly and make her happy.
注意:
(1)续写词数应为150左右；
(2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1: Over the next few days, Kenzie worked hard on her gift.
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Paragraph 2: On Friday, the girls visited Holly with their gifts after school.
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答案版
江苏镇江市2025-2026学年高二下学期4月期中考试英语试题
第一部分 听力 (略)
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
Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest 2026
The 24th Annual Photo Contest of Smithsonian Magazine will run from January 15, 2026 to May 1, 2026. By entering the contest, each participant confirms that they are at least 18 years old and agree to all the rules.
What to Enter
Participants may submit photos in the following six categories:
Wildlife: Animals and plants in their natural environment that inspire a sense of wonder.
Travel: Scenes, people or activities that reflect the character of a place.
People: Portraits of individuals or groups.
The American Experience at 250: Images that show events, places or objects connected with 250 years of American history and culture.
Artistic Images: Creative photographs that express ideas or concepts.
Drone: Photos taken by drones, planes or helicopters.
Note: Images created using Artificial Intelligence (AI) are not allowed.
How to Enter
Entries must be submitted online at /photocontest. Each participant may submit up to 15 photos per category, with a maximum of 90 entries in total.
To be accepted, each photo must:
in JPEG, JPG or GIF format
at least 2,000 pixels wide
be no larger than 10 MB
A separate form is required for each photo.
Judging & Prizes
Entries will be judged on creativity, quality, originality and overall impact. The organizers will select 10 finalists in each category. From these 60 finalists, one Grand Prize winner will be chosen.
In June 2026, the public will vote online to decide the Readers’ Choice winner.
Grand Prize: $2,500
Category Winners: $500 each
Readers’ Choice: $500
Please do not contact the organizers about judging results. For questions about the rules. email photocontest@si.edu.
1. Which of the following can be accepted as a contest entry
A. A photo created using AI technology.
B. A picture of animals living freely in the wild.
C. A photo submitted by a 16-year-old student.
D. An image that is smaller than 2,000 pixels wide.
2. What are participants required to do when submitting photos
A. Submit at least 15 photos in total.
B. Fill in one form for each category.
C. Make sure each photo meets technical requirements.
D. Send their photos by email to the organizers.
3. What can be learned about the finalists
A. They will each receive $500.
B. They will be chosen by public voting.
C. They will compete for the Grand Prize.
D. They will automatically become category winners.
【答案】1. B 2. C 3. C
B
When Maggie was a very young girl, she loved looking up at the stars in the sky, and she loved a British television stop- animation (定格动画) series, The Clangers, about mousy- looking beings from another planet. It’s debatable as to which fueled her dream of becoming a space scientist more, but one thing is for sure: the passion Maggie had for space inspired a career and helped her overcome her dyslexia (读写困难) .
The now celebrated space scientist, mechanical engineer, and science communicator grew up bouncing from one area of the country to another, the child of two Nigerian immigrants. Diagnosed (诊断) with dyslexia at the age of eight, Maggie faced enormous challenges in traditional learning environments. Dyslexia often made reading and writing difficult, and she was sometimes looked down upon by classmates.
Despite these obstacles, her passion for science and space exploration shone through. Rather than focusing on the limitations dyslexia imposed, Maggie discovered its advantages: her brain was good at visualization and problem- solving, enabling her to think creatively and approach challenges from unique perspectives. Her journey to success wasn’t easy. After overcoming early academic struggles, she went on to earn degrees in physics and mechanical engineering. Today, she is well known for her work in space science, including the development of satellites and instruments used to explore the universe. Her contributions to science are widely recognized, and she has become an inspiring role model for young people, particularly those facing learning difficulties.
Her story is a powerful reminder that dyslexia is not a limitation but a different way of processing the world, one that can lead to extraordinary achievements. Maggie’s life and career prove that facing what makes you different can turn challenges into strengths, inspiring others to see the potential in their own unique abilities.
4. What can we learn about Maggie from paragraph 1
A. She was born with a talent for space science.
B. Her dyslexia stopped her path to her dream.
C. Her passion for space promoted her career.
D. She was mainly inspired by The Clangers.
5. Which word best describes Maggie’s early learning experience
A. Engaging. B. Enriching. C. Relaxing. D. Demanding.
6. What did Maggie’s achievements result from
A. Inner desire. B. Family support.
C. Peer assistance. D. Social recognition.
7. What is the author’s main purpose in writing the text
A. To present a scientist’s contributions.
B. To discuss the disadvantages of dyslexia.
C. To encourage people to face difficulties bravely.
D. To highlight the importance of space exploration.
【答案】4. C 5. D 6. A 7. C
C
People have been trying to create glowing (发光) plants for decades. The challenge is making the glow bright enough for our eyes to see. Last year, US biotech company Light Bio launched the Firefly Petunia, the first genetically engineered glowing plant to go on sale. It claims that the plant’s brightness is “similar to moonlight,” but judging from photos on social media, it’s nowhere near as bright as a full moon.
There is a reason why this is so difficult. Plants get their energy from light, but photosynthesis (光合作用) is wildly inefficient. It’s estimated that most plants capture less than 2 percent of the light that falls on them, and they need part of it to survive and grow. That leaves precious little to transform back into light.
Given this fact, plants will never glow bright enough to take the place of streetlights. To solve this, a few groups have instead been trying to physically add phosphors (磷光体), a type of light-storing material that glows in the dark, to adult plants, which are much more efficient than photosynthesis. The problem is getting the phosphor chemicals evenly distributed inside the leaves. But now it’s found that such distribution is easily achieved in certain plants, so brightly phosphorescent plants of various colors are created by adding phosphors into each leaf by hand.
However, making plants glow by physically adding phosphors into them is considered “cheating.” At the very least, the glow will become weaker if these plants survive and grow larger. There is also a potential environmental concern when the plants die and are thrown out.
If the plants were genetically engineered to make their own long-lasting phosphors that are fully biodegradable, it would be a different story. In fact, giving plants this ability might even boost the efficiency of photosynthesis. Being able to temporarily “store” light could help keep the light steady, transform unusable wavelengths into usable ones, and allow photosynthesis to continue into the night. One day, perhaps entire fields will glow in the dark.
8. What makes it hard for plants to glow brightly
A. The low light-use efficiency of photosynthesis.
B. Plants need most captured light to survive and grow.
C. Photosynthesis transforms only part of sunlight into usable energy.
D. Plants’ leaves cannot store enough light.
9. How do some groups improve the brightness of the plants
A. By adding phosphors into the leaves.
B. By using adult plants that are more efficient than seedlings.
C. By manually adjusting light conditions.
D. By distributing chemicals evenly inside the leaves.
10. What can we learn about phosphorescent plants from the passage
A. They need careful light management.
B. Their glow fade over time.
C. They can cause environmental pollution.
D. They are less bright than expected.
11. What’s the function of the last paragraph
A. To discuss the difficulties of making plants glow.
B. To explore potential future applications of glowing plants.
C. To explain current experiments with glowing plants.
D. To highlight environmental concerns of glowing plants.
【答案】8. A 9. A 10. B 11. B
D
Museums have long been considered as cultural storehouses that preserve and exhibit history, art and scientific discoveries. Yet, while some children frequently visit museums with their families, others — especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds — may never have the opportunity to engage with these rich cultural resources. This disparity can create gaps in cultural knowledge, academic engagement and even self-confidence.
Professor Anik Meunier at the Université du Québec à Montréal studies how museum visits can enhance student engagement in the classroom and address social inequalities. She has established the School at the Museum program with her colleagues to integrate museum education into the school curriculum (课程) for primary and secondary schools in Montreal. “Research indicates that actions aimed at improving educational success must be carried out regularly and at a pace that allows the acquisition of new attitudes, understandings or behaviours among the target population,” explains Anik. To this end, School at the Museum organises regular visits to museums throughout the year. This provides students with consistent opportunities to engage with cultural and educational resources outside the classroom.
Anik and her colleagues found that students who attended museums showed greater emotional, behavioural and cognitive engagement than before. They observed that the visits created a stronger sense of connection to the museum environment and its resources, enriching students’ cultural knowledge and expanding their vocabulary. Most importantly, after participating in School at the Museum, students who had had little prior exposure to museums displayed equal engagement to their classmates who had visited museums with family or friends.
“To make the most of the educational value, one of the most important aspects of planning a museum trip is choosing the right museum and program for students’ needs. Most museums offer age-specific educational programs for school groups,” says Anik. “A visit to a museum can relate closely to courses in many subjects, such as history, science and art, and stimulate interdisciplinary approaches.”
12. What does the underlined word “disparity” in paragraph 1 refer to
A. The lack of scientific resources.
B. The difference in cultural backgrounds.
C. The unequal opportunity to access museums.
D. The gap in classroom engagement.
13. What is the goal of the School at the Museum program
A. To deepen students’ insight into education.
B. To enhance learning through museum visits.
C. To raise awareness of the value of museums.
D. To promote overall student engagement in school.
14. What is the function of paragraph 3
A. Showing how museum visits could be applied.
B. Providing background about the program.
C. Giving examples of museum activities.
D. Providing evidence of the program’s effectiveness.
15. What is the best title for the text
A. Museums and Educational Equality
B. Learning Beyond the Classroom
C. The Value of Museum Visits
D. Cultural Access in Modern Education
【答案】12. C 13. B 14. D 15. A
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。
Changing Your Inner Voice
Picture this: You’ve just arrived home from the grocery store and realized that you forgot to buy the main food you needed for dinner. You may feel upset and tired. And then, the voice in your head begins its comments: “It’s really stupid of me.” Or “Why am I always so careless ” ____16____
We’ve all been there — experiencing the inner dialogue that follows a mistake or a setback. ____17____ Negative self-talk is a normal part of being human. But if left unchecked, it can affect our mental health. Our inner voice is constantly broadcasting our thoughts, whether they’re positive or negative. ____18____ On the other hand, negative self-talk exposes us to self-doubts and fears. This can eventually harm our mental health, relationships, and confidence.
____19____ Research shows that people who engage in this kind of behavior often experience lower self-confidence, higher anxiety levels, and a reduced sense of overall well-being. In addition, self-criticism has been associated with higher stress levels and an increased risk of mental health issues, such as depression.
The good news is that we can change our self-talk. The first step is becoming aware of the role our inner voice plays. Once we recognize its impact, we can use simple techniques to shift how we talk to ourselves. ____20____ Besides, using your name instead of “I” during inner dialogue can also create a more supportive, less critical voice.
A. Changing self-talk requires professional help.
B. Practicing constructive self-talk can be helpful
C. In fact, negative self-talk can take many forms.
D. Positive self-talk can inspire and boost our confidence.
E. You might end up feeling frustrated and heading back to the store.
F. The link between negative self-talk and mental health is well-established.
G. This inner dialogue is the voice that criticizes us when things don’t go as planned.
【答案】16. E 17. G 18. D 19. F 20. B
第三部分 语言运用 (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。
I had just moved to Phoenix. I was totally ____21____ in a city where I didn’t yet know anyone. On Christmas Eve, I went out to see a movie to ____22____. Driving back in the dark, I lost my ____23____. The more turns I made, the more I got turned around. I drove and drove in circles.
Eventually, I ____24____ on the side of the road and looked at the map. But I didn’t ____25____ where I was. Lonely and desperate, I had a good ____26____ cry. Then I saw a car slowing to a stop. A couple ____27____ my window and asked if I was OK. Learning I couldn’t find my way home, they drove me all the way across Phoenix. It turned out I was on the ____28____ side of town. When the couple left, they asked me if I would be home on Christmas. I ____29____.
The next day, around noon, the couple showed up with a picnic basket full of _____30_____. They shared their Christmas dinner with me. The _____31_____ that they did that on Christmas of all days — when I’m _____32_____ they have their own traditions and their own families — to spend that time with me as a _____33_____ stranger really touched my heart.
Nearly 40 years later, inspired by their _____34_____, I still look for opportunities every single holiday season to _____35_____ with others who might be spending the holidays alone.
21. A. curious B. alone C. different D. content
22. A. cheer up B. calm down C. reach out D. show off
23. A. direction B. balance C. patience D. mind
24. A. broke down B. turned up C. pulled over D. moved around
25. A. care B. explain C. accept D. recognize
26. A. self-doubt B. self-comfort C. self-pity D. self-regret
27. A. opened B. approached C. passed D. observed
28. A. poor B. opposite C. right D. quiet
29. A. hesitated B. agreed C. panicked D. nodded
30. A. dishes B. decorations C. gifts D. cards
31. A. belief B. possibility C. idea D. fact
32. A. afraid B. glad C. grateful D. sure
33. A. perfect B. entire C. total D. familiar
34. A. example B. wisdom C. experience D. courage
35. A. share B. cooperate C. connect D. celebrate
【答案】21. B 22. A 23. A 24. C 25. D 26. C 27. B 28. B 29. D 30. A 31. D 32. D 33. C 34. A 35. C
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。
Being an exchange student, I use my camera to bridge cultures and capture moments from the country I call my second home.
Traditional Minnan-style houses, with roofs ____36____ (distinct) curved and walls time-honored, stood shoulder to shoulder. The ____37____ (rhythm) calls of free-range chickens provided background music for our shoot, occasionally interrupted by the distant laughter of villagers passing along the paths.
What ____38____ (strike) me most was such plain warmth. A woman rode past with a basketful of leafy greens, her feet barely touching the ground as she slowed ____39____ (exchange) greetings with neighbors. At the store, the owner, ____40____ (wear) a gentle smile, wiped his hands carefully before weighing out dried mushrooms ____41____ regular customers.
In that instant, I felt I was carried 3,000 kilometers south to my grandmother’s village. Though the landscape differed, the essence remained unchanged: that familiar village ecosystem ____42____ shopkeepers remember your favorite childhood treats and ____43____ (local) catch up on the latest news.
This is the China I have come to know: It is not just through its high-rises and express trains, ____44____ in these pockets of everyday life that ring across cultures. The world stretches wide yet draws near, connected together by the shared ____45____ (kind).
【答案】36. distinctly 37. rhythmic 38. struck 39. to exchange 40. wearing 41. for 42. where 43. locals 44. but 45. kindness
第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
46. 你校将以五一劳动节为主题举办英语征文比赛。请你结合以下名言，写一篇短文投稿，内容包括：
The most beautiful things in the world are created by labor, by the clever hands of people. —Gorky
(1) 你对名言的理解；
(2) 你的相关经历。
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。
From what Gorky said, I believe
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【答案】
From what Gorky said, I believe labor is the source of all beauty in the world. It is through hard work that ordinary people create extraordinary things with their clever hands.
Last summer, I helped my grandfather build a wooden bookshelf in his study. Though my hands got blistered and my back ached after hours of work, seeing the finished product standing against the wall filled me with pride. That experience taught me that true beauty lies not in the object itself, but in the effort and dedication behind it. Labor shapes not only our world but also our character.
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。
Kenzie walked home from the bus with her friends Maya and Brynlee. They really missed their friend Holly, who was at home recovering from surgery. She was going to have to stay home from school for the next two weeks!
“When my mom was in the hospital after my baby sister was born, people brought her gifts,” said Maya. “We should bring gifts to Holly!” The girls agreed instantly. They planned to visit Holly after school the next Friday. After some thought, Brynlee decided to give Holly a cool necklace-making kit while Maya decided to buy Holly a gift card so that she could buy the video games she wanted.
Kenzie fell silent. She couldn’t decide. She wanted to give Holly something meaningful. But her family was saving money for a new car, and she knew it wasn’t the time to spend a lot. Upon arriving home, Kenzie sank into the sofa. She couldn’t wait for her mom to get home from work so she could talk to her.
Later, while her mother prepared dinner, Kenzie told her about Holly and the gift thing. She explained what each of her friends was giving Holly, adding that she hoped to prepare something special too. She wondered how she could do that without a lot of money.
“I know you can do it. You’re creative,” encouraged Mom. “You don’t need to spend a lot to show that you care.” Kenzie nodded thoughtfully, her mind racing to find a possible solution.
The next Monday, Kenzie and her brother Nathan had dentist appointments. They opened their goody bags on the way home. Inside were the usual toothbrush and toothpaste along with a few other things, including a super bouncy ball, a press-on tattoo and a glow-in-the-dark ring. Nathan said it was fun finding little surprises. It is fun, thought Kenzie. Then she realized Nathan had just given her an idea for Holly’s gift. She’d make little things that would be special to Holly and make her happy.
注意:
(1)续写词数应为150左右；
(2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1: Over the next few days, Kenzie worked hard on her gift.
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Paragraph 2: On Friday, the girls visited Holly with their gifts after school.
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【答案】
Paragraph 1: Over the next few days, Kenzie worked hard on her gift. She rummaged through her drawers and found colorful ribbons, glittery stickers, and a stack of cute note cards. On each card, she wrote down a funny memory she shared with Holly — like the time they laughed so hard at a silly movie that they spilled popcorn all over their clothes. She also collected small trinkets: a shiny marble, a tiny toy dinosaur, and a piece of rainbow candy. Then she put all these treasures into a pretty jar she decorated with paint and ribbons. Every item was simple, but each was filled with her creativity and sincere care for Holly.
Paragraph 2: On Friday, the girls visited Holly with their gifts after school. Holly’s eyes lit up as soon as she saw them. She squealed with delight when she unwrapped Brynlee’s necklace-making kit and Maya’s gift card. Finally, Holly reached for Kenzie’s gift. When she held the delicately-decorated jar, her face softened with warmth. As she read the notes one by one, she laughed and wiped away a happy tear. The girls spent the afternoon chatting, making necklaces, and planning a movie night for when Holly returned to school. Kenzie was glad. She had worried for nothing. Her mom had been right — friendship and thoughtfulness were what really counted.

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