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萍乡实验学校正心学院英语学科期中模拟二
时长：120 分钟
第 I 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，并标在试卷的相应位置。
1 ．What is the man doing
A ．Surveying the environment.
B ．Recommending a class.
C ．Introducing the campus.
2 ．Why is the man calling the woman
A ．To confirm an appointment.
B ．To cancel a meeting.
C ．To rearrange a schedule.
3 ．What does the man mean
A ．He benefits much from the club.
B ．He is thinking of quitting the club.
C ．He can’t finish the task as required.
4 ．Where are the speakers
A ．In a restaurant. B ．In a supermarket. C ．On a farm.
5 ．What is the man
A ．A guard. B ．A consultant. C ．A doctor.
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。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6 ．What does the man plan to do
A ．Apply for a certificate. B ．Register for a course. C ．Comment on a program.
7 ．How did the man learn about the course
A ．On the Internet. B ．From a friend. C ．Through a brochure.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8 ．What are the speakers mainly talking about
A ．A former workmate. B ．A position change. C ．A hiring process.
9 ．What do the speakers think of Yuko
A ．Irresponsible. B ．Ambitious. C ．Competent.
10 ．What will the company do
A ．Fire the manager. B ．Add a new position. C ．Arrange an interview.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
11 ．What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A ．House-agent and customer. B ．Husband and wife. C ．Designer and client.
12 ．What does the woman like about Jenny’s flat
A ．The location. B ．The size. C ．The furnishings.
13 ．What does the man want to do
A ．Equip his kitchen. B ．Visit Jenny’s house. C ．Hold a party.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
14 ．Why did Lisa begin sharing fitness posts
A ．To record progress. B ．To make friends. C ．To encourage strangers.
15 ．What is Lisa’s suggestion for beginners
A ．Try fast walking. B ．Lose some weight. C ．Buy gym equipment.
16 ．What will Lisa do next year
A ．Open a fitness studio. B ．Learn new yoga poses. C ．Run a full marathon.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17 ．What made the speaker decide to study psychology
A ．Her observation of adults.
B ．Her university education.
C ．Her strange behaviors.
18 ．What kind of people did the speaker study first
A ．Wealthy people. B ．Creative people. C ．Ordinary people.
19 ．What has the speaker discovered in her study
A ．People are happier when concentrating hard.
B ．Creative people are happier than other people.
C ．People’s happiness depends on where they are.
20 ．How does the speaker feel about her study
A ．Disappointed. B ．Surprised. C ．Satisfied.
第二部分 阅读 (共两节，满分 50 分）
第一节：阅读理解（共 15 小題;每小題 2.5 分，满分 37.5 分）
A
The University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) research internship program provides the opportunity for graduate students or 3rd/4th year undergraduate students to
participate in research projects to gain valuable experience on a variety of cutting-edge research at USTC.
Program Benefits
·Enhance research capability in state-of-the-art labs under the guidance of professors at USTC.
·Have a competitive edge in application for Master's, PhD. and post-doctoral programs at USTC by developing relationships with faculty and students.
·Apply for free Chinese language and culture class to learn basic Chinese language and explore unique Hui culture.
Application Qualification
1. Good command of English.
2. Non-Chinese citizens with a foreign passport.
3. Currently enrolled full-time students in undergraduate Year 3/4, Master’s, or doctoral programs.
Cost
·Tuition: 2,100 RMB (≈304 USD) per month (undergraduate student or master student).2,600 RMB (≈377 USD) per month (PhD student).
Student dormitory: 500-1,000 RMB (≈73-146 USD) per month depending on room type and size.
●Insurance: 160 RMB (≈23 USD) per month.
Scholarship
USTC offers limited scholarships to outstanding students. All applicants will be evaluated.
USTC Fellowship Level A 1. free tuition 2.comprehensive medical insurance 3. free university dormitory 4. grant: 2,500 RMB (≈392 USD)/ month (Bachelor) 3,000 RMB (≈470 USD)/ month (Master) 3,500 RMB (≈550 USD)/ month (PhD)
Level B 1. free tuition 2. comprehensive medical insurance
Level C free tuition
21 ．Why might international students be interested in the free classes provided by the program A ．They can get help from USTC professors in the classes.
B ．They can gain a competitive edge for post-doctoral programs.
C ．They can learn basic Chinese and know about Hui culture.
D ．They can use the lab resources after finishing the classes.
22 ．Who is qualified for this research internship program
A ．Chinese Year 2 undergraduates with fluent English.
B ．Chinese post-doctoral researchers with good grades.
C ．Part-time foreign PhD students with proficient English.
D ．Full-time English Master’s students with a foreign passport.
23 ．How much does a Fellowship Level B student pay at least
A ．23 USD/month. B ．73 USD/month.
C ．146 USD/month. D ．304 USD/month.
B
When our family was on long car trips, my kids sat forward in their seats, eyes moving
quickly across billboards. “I found an A” my daughter shouted, her voice full of excitement. Thus began our alphabet (字母) game — a tradition I loved as a child, now bringing joy to a new
generation. What always amazed me was how, once we fixed our attention on a letter, it seemed to show up everywhere: a “B” on a bakery sign, a “C” on a coffee ad. I’d worry we’d never spot a Q or X, but sure enough, they’d appear, making the kids cheer like we’d won a prize.
This little phenomenon hit me harder while I struggled to write a book for Angelico Press. For days, I stared at my screen, the cursor (光标) shining with nothing there, as I fought to find
fresh, poetic words for “nature’s beauty.” Every phrase felt boring — too common, too forced. I’d delete paragraphs when I felt upset, wondering if I’d ever catch that quiet magic of the outdoors, the kind that makes you feel amazed. It wasn’t for lack of trying; I read poetry collections, took
dawn walks, but inspiration just wouldn’t stick.
Then one afternoon, as the kids talked excitedly from the back seat about spotting a “Y” on a farm sign, it clicked. I’d been waiting for inspiration to find me, not going out to find it. What if I approached writing like their game I started hunting for metaphors (隐喻) in daily life — and
soon, they were everywhere: a garden rose became “sunlight wrapped in silk,” rain on my window “the sky’s soft whisper.”
Just as Mentalist Oz Pearlman says, “we find what we seek.” Whether it’s a letter on a
billboard, a meaningful image, or even joy in small moments, focus turns the invisible into the visible. It’s a reminder to choose what we look for wisely — because what we notice shapes the world we see.
24 ．What was the author’s initial concern about the game
A ．The children would soon get bored.
B ．Some letters might be too hard to find.
C ．The children would fight over the letters.
D ．They might run out of billboards to search.
25 ．Why did the author delete paragraphs when writing
A ．She lacked writing materials.
B ．She wanted to copy poetry styles.
C ．She thought her writing was too long.
D ．She couldn’t find creative expressions.
26 ．What made the author get inspiration for writing
A ．The poetry collections she read.
B ．The way to play the alphabet game.
C ．The idea of taking a family car ride.
D ．The poetic sentences she created.
27 ．What can we learn from the author’s experience
A ．Treasures lie in distant places.
B ．Inspiration comes from reading.
C ．Focus helps discover life’s beauty.
D ．Success depends on the right moment.
C
Cycling is an extremely healthy sport. This low-impact exercise can strengthen your legs, improve your balance, and boost your overall fitness effectively, making it suitable for people of any age.
Beyond physical benefits, cycling is also remarkably good for the brain. As Healthline points out, riding a bike helps reduce feelings of stress and anxiety by promoting the release of endorphins, the body’s natural mood lifters. And new research reveals even more significant
cognitive (认知) advantages.
A study published in the journal JAMA Network Open tracked 479,723 participants over a 13-year follow-up period. Its key findings linked active travel modes of transportation —
especially cycling — to better brain health and a significantly lower risk of dementia (痴呆症).
Participants were asked about their daily travel habits excluding work commutes (通勤) and
divided into four groups: those using passive transport like buses or trains; regular walkers; people who mixed walking with other methods; and those who rode bikes or combined cycling with other forms of travel. The results showed that regular cyclists had a 19 percent lower risk of dementia
and a 22 percent lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease compared to other groups. Additionally, brain imaging of the participants confirmed that cyclists had a larger hippocampus — a brain region
crucial for memory and learning — which is a clear indication of healthy cognitive function.
Active travel like cycling is accessible to most people, requiring no specialized equipment beyond a bike, and its benefits for older adults are particularly tremendous. Liangkai Chen, PhD, lead author of the study, notes that promoting cycling as daily transport — even mixed with other modes — could be a practical and low-cost strategy to reduce dementia risk and preserve brain
structure.
Chen plans to further research how cycling frequency and duration influence brain health, plus the effects of changing active travel behaviour. This is especially important for seniors, as
small lifestyle changes yield great brain health benefits. Clifford Segil, an adult neurologist, adds middle-age lifestyle adjustments to prevent dementia are valuable, as proven neuroprotective
methods remain rare.
28 ．What did the study in JAMA Network Open find about regular cyclists
A ．They had a higher risk of dementia.
B ．They showed better cognitive function.
C ．They owned healthier bodies than others.
D ．They depended more on passive transport.
29 ．What is the focus of Paragraph 4
A ．Confirmation of the research.
B ．Methods of dividing participants.
C ．The process and results of the study.
D ．Comparisons between different travel groups.
30 ．What does the underlined word “tremendous” in Paragraph 5 mean
A ．Slight. B ．Substantial. C ．Uncertain. D ．Temporary.
31 ．What can we know from Clifford Segil’s words
A ．Seniors should avoid changing their daily habits.
B ．Neuroprotective methods are now widely available.
C ．Middle-age adjustments may help protect brain health.
D ．Lifestyle changes are the only way to prevent dementia.
D
Advances in artificial intelligence (AI) are indicating that accurate quake forecasting may be attainable, thereby casting doubt on the conventional wisdom that such an accomplishment is beyond our capabilities. Researchers at the University of Texas, Austin, created an AI model that, during a test run in China, correctly forecasted approximately 70 percent of earthquakes with a
one-week warning and offered reliable assessments oftheir potential intensity.
The researchers attribute their technique’s effectiveness to its reliance on a straightforward machine leaning framework. The AI was provided with a set of statistical features based on the
team’s knowledge of earthquake physics, and then instructed to train itself using a five-year
database of earthquake recordings. Once trained, the AI offered predictions by detecting early indicators of quakes hidden within the planet’s low-frequency rumbles (隆隆声).
The project marks a substantial breakthrough in the exploration of AI for anticipating
seismic (地震) events. According to Alexandros Savvaidis, a senior researcher heading the Texas Seismological Network, “Seismic occurrences strike without warning, often in the blink of an eye. Your readiness is all you can influence. Achieving a 70% prediction rate is a considerable
achievement that could significantly restrict the impact of earthquakes, reducing both the financial burden and loss of life, and the potential to remarkably improve earthquake preparation
worldwide.”
Although the effectiveness of this method in different regions remains uncertain, the
researchers believe that their AI model has the potential to enhance prediction accuracy when
carried out in regions equipped with dependable seismic monitoring facilities. Their next step is to test artificial intelligence in Texas, where the University of Texas’s TexNet operates a network of 300 earthquake stations and over six years’ worth of continuous records, making it an ideal
location for these purposes.
Ultimately, the authors aim to combine the system with physics-based models. This
approach could be particularly valuable in areas characterized by limited or inadequate data. “That
may be a long way off, but many advances such as this one, taken together, are what moves science forward,” concludes Scott Tinker, the bureau’s director.
32 ．How does the AI predict seismic events
A ．It identifies data from the satellites.
B ．It analyzes background sounds in the Earth.
C ．It models data based on earthquake recordings.
D ．It monitors changes in the Earth’s magnetic field.
33 ．What does Alexandros Savvaidis intend to show in paragraph 3
A ．The ways to reduce losses in earthquakes.
B ．The importance of preparing for earthquakes.
C ．The significance of developing the AI prediction.
D ．The restrictions of AI-based methods in earthquake prediction.
34 ．What does the subsequent research focus on
A ．Conducting tests in different locations.
B ．Applying the AI approach to other fields.
C ．Building more earthquake stations in Texas.
D ．Enlarging the database to train the calculation accuracy.
35 ．Which words can best describe the earthquake-predicting technology
A ．Stable but outdated. B ．Effective but costly.
C ．Potential and economical. D ．Pioneering and promising.
第二节 七选五（共 5 小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分 12.5 分）
How Campus Clubs Boost Comprehensive Abilities
Campus clubs are more than extracurricular fun — they’re labs for growth, offering chances to develop skills beyond classrooms. By engaging wisely, students can turn club participation into a journey of self-improvement.
36 . Avoid random joining; instead, match clubs to what excites you (e.g.,
photography for visual lovers) or skills you want to build (e.g., debate for critical thinking).
Research missions or talk to members first to stay motivated. A shy student might thrive in drama club, while a tech enthusiast could join coding workshops.
Dive into regular activities with responsibility by taking on specific roles. Volunteer as an event planner, note-taker, or social media manager. 37 . For example, organizing a
charity sale requires managing donations, scheduling volunteers, and promotion, all valued by employers.
Initiate cross-club joint projects to broaden horizons. 38 . A literature club and art club could cohost a “poetry illustration” exhibition, combining creativity and teamwork. Such initiatives expand your network and expose you to diverse perspectives, as seen when an
environmental club teamed up with a gardening society to design a rooftop garden.
Practice public speaking through club presentations and leadership. Seize
opportunities to share ideas in meetings, introduce guests, or lead discussions. 39 , like a 5-minute presentation to your subgroup, then gradually take on larger stages.
Regularly reflect on experiences to identify growth. Set aside monthly time to review: “What did I learn Which skills improved ” Note achievements, like resolving team conflicts or mastering new tools. 40 .
Clubs are mirrors reflecting your potential. With purpose and engagement, they’ll shape you into a more capable, connected individual.
A ．Start with small audiences.
B ．Propose joint projects with other clubs.
C ．Focus only on clubs with the highest popularity.
D ．These tasks teach time management and teamwork.
E ．Take up more leadership roles to maximize the benefits.
F ．This turns random activities into intentional development.
G ．Choose clubs agreeing with your interests or growth goals.
第三部分 完型填空（共 15 小题；每小题 1 分，满分 15 分）
On warm summer days, I would bring my notecards to Dundonald Park. It was there that I first tai chi.
I had some starts. After learning the first eight steps in a windowless basement, I took a break and never returned. The second months later, was relatively . I found a class in a much brighter space.
I had thought that I would master the 108 movements. right, but wrong in reality. Rather, I quickly knew, what was required was to change my own .
After six months, I still found it difficult to complete even the opening 13 moves. The needed for such slow progress was NOT the way I normally approached physical activity. I found it almost _________. Previously, any sport that I couldn't do easily, I just
rejected.
I also needed the excuses, my favorite strategy for avoidance. Declaring that I can't tell left from right naturally wouldn't .
Oh, one more thing: I needed to listen. This came powerfully in my first master class where I was . As is required, all the others in the class stopped and turned to
me while the instructor corrected my positioning. On it went probably for only a few minutes, but it seemed like . However, as I corrected, my emotion shifted from
humiliation (耻辱) to _________. I realized I was learning not just a new step but a new way of being in the world — truly listening, open to correction, deeply grateful.
41 ．A ．encountered B ．recorded C ．painted D ．taught
42 ．A ．dangerous B ．delightful C ．false D ．fulfilling
43 ．A ．thought B ．attempt C ．movement D ．trial
44 ．A ．successful B ．peaceful C ．thankful D ．graceful
45 ．A ．Ethically B ．Economically C ．Internally D ．Technically
46 ．A ．solutions B ．personalities C ．hobbies D ．duties
47 ．A ．tradition B ．luck C ．patience D ．pride
48 ．A ．unforgettable B ．unsuitable C ．unstoppable D ．unbearable
49 ．A ．make B ．cite C ．float D ．lose
50 ．A ．offend B ．work C ．disturb D ．confuse
51 ．A ．passion B ．realization C ．curiosity D ．empathy
52 ．A ．broke out B ．locked out C ．singled out D ．sorted out
53 ．A ．watch B ．monitor C ．instruct D ．guard
54 ．A ．blessings B ．fantasies C ．barriers D ．ages
55 ．A ．appreciation B ．hesitation C ．relaxation D ．frustration
第Ⅱ卷
第一部分 语法填空（共 10 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入 1 个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
China has a huge variety of dialects. However, these dialects are becoming difficult
56 (preserve) as Mandarin (普通话) becomes increasingly popular in schools and public places.
57 (face) with this issue, two language-loving foreign students decided to do
something. Parker, a linguistics (语言学) student, studies Chinese dialects, while Hansen, fluent 58 multiple languages, has lived in Beijing for years. Together, they started a project
which later 59 (become) a website called Phoemica, or Xiangyinyuan, 60 recordings of the dialects in danger of dying out are collected and displayed.
What you’re bound to notice on the Phonemica website is the 61 (present) of a large map which shows various dialects across China. In certain 62 (area), there are uploads of recordings of dialects which visitors to the site can listen to. Most of the recordings feature
speakers 63 (tell) a story in their various dialects.
Unlike many similar websites focusing on text or professional research, Phoemica records ordinary people, helping create an oral history of Asia. The website’s detailed information about speakers, including ethnic background and education, makes it more engaging and 64
(access) than traditional language research platforms, aiming to preserve 65 unique appeal of each dialect.
第二部分 书面表达（满分 40 分）
66 ．假如你是学生会主席李华，你校将举办校园艺术展（Art Exhibition）。请你用英语写一则书面通知，内容包括：
1 ．活动目的：丰富校园生活，展示学生才艺
2 ．展览的时间、地点
3 ．内容：绘画、书法、摄影、手工作品等
4 ．欢迎全体师生参观
注意：写作词数应为 80 个左右，可适当增加细节，使行文连贯。
67 ．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。
Alex sat quietly at the back of his Chinese class, his eyes fixed on the textbook before him. As a shy and often unnoticed student, he felt like a lone wolf, struggling against the complexities of high school life.
Ms. Lau, his Chinese teacher, was a light in his otherwise dark world. Her warm smile and gentle manner made her stand out in the sea of teachers. She was the only one who seemed to
understand his reserved nature, always encouraging him to step out of his comfort zone.
One day, after class, Ms. Lau approached Alex with a shine of excitement in her eyes. “Alex, I have an offer for you,” she said, her voice filled with enthusiasm. “I am organizing a cultural exchange program to China, and I believe it would be a great opportunity for you to explore a new world.”
Alex’s heart skipped a beat. The prospect of traveling to a foreign country was both
exciting and terrifying. He hesitated, unsure if he had the courage to go on such an adventure. But Ms. Lau’s firm belief in him gave him the push he needed to take a leap of faith.
Under Ms. Lau’s guidance, Alex began preparing for the trip. He became deeply interested in Chinese culture and learned about its long history and traditions. Ms. Lau became his mentor
(导师), teaching him not only the language but also invaluable life lessons. She taught him the
importance of being confident and not giving up, reminding him that growth only happens outside one’s comfort zone.
The day of departure soon arrived, and Alex found himself on a plane headed for China. He couldn’t help but feel amazed as he stepped off the plane and into a world so different from his
own. The busy streets, bright colors, and unfamiliar sounds flooded his senses. Yet, Ms. Lau’s comforting presence by his side provided him with the strength to face the unknown.
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。
During their time in China, Alex wholeheartedly enjoyed the experience.
_______________________________________________________________________________
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Back in his home country, Alex was a completely changed person.
1 ．B
【原文】M: Have you ever thought about looking into Environmental Science
W: No, I never really thought about it before. Is it worthwhile
M: Quite! It’s the fastest growing subject on this campus.
2 ．A
【原文】M: Hello, I’m calling to make sure that you can come for the appointment at 8:45 tomorrow.
W: Oh no! I have a last-minute meeting at that time. Can I reschedule for later that day
M: Uh How about three in the afternoon
W: That’s fine.
3 ．C
【原文】W: Did you get a chance to finish reading the book for this week’s book club
M: This is too much for me. And I think they forget that we have jobs and other responsibilities.
4 ．A
【原文】M: I’d like the chicken with mushrooms.
W: Sorry, but we’ re all out of mushrooms. Can I recommend steamed vegetables instead
M: As long as you leave out the carrot.
5 ．C
【原文】W: Bob, your wife was telling me that you have to wake up at first light.
M: That’s right. I have to check on my patients before I’m scheduled for surgery, and then go to the consulting room by mid-morning.
6 ．B 7 ．B
【原文】M: Hi. I heard your Certificate in Management requires three courses. Can I just take the leadership course I’m not interested in the certificate.
W: Yes, but it’s worth it to get the certificate. Have you seen our online reviews Most people are very satisfied.
M: Not yet, but I have a friend who got the certificate through your program. It’s really helped her in her career.
W: Well, here, you can take a look at the course brochure.
8 ．B 9 ．C 10 ．C
【原文】M: I just found out at the meeting that the manager of human resources will quit next week. And the company will hold a party for him. They say that Yuko will take over the position the week after that.
W: Yuko She has been helping with hiring for the past five years, so it makes sense that she would get the position.
M: I agree. But it means we will need to hire someone for Yuko’s current position.
W: Oh, do they have anyone in mind for the position
M: No, but they have decided to look outside the company for it. So, if you know anyone who might be interested, you should have them come and have an interview.
11 ．B 12 ．C 13 ．B
【原文】W: Have you seen the photos Jenny posted of her new flat
M: Yes. She’s been looking for the right place for ages. Do you know where it is
W: No. But you can see a park through one of the windows. It might be on South Street, near Victoria Gardens. It can’t be the place she was looking at in the center.
M: You’re right. And it looks much bigger than ours. I especially like the kitchen. It’s spacious and well-equipped.
W: Well, what I like most is the way she furnished it. That’s a great style, mixing the old and the
new.
M: I think her brother might have helped with that — he’s a designer.
W: Do you think she’ll have a house-warming party
M: I guess she will. I’ d love to see it.
14 ．A 15 ．A 16 ．A
【原文】M: Hi, Lisa! Your fitness journey on social media is impressive. What inspired you to start sharing workout routines online
W: At first, I just wanted to track my own progress. Posting daily runs and strength training
helped me stay consistent. Surprisingly, friends and strangers began cheering me on. Last month, a college student messaged me saying my home workouts helped her balance her studies and health.
M: I notice you focus on home workouts. What’s the most beginner-friendly exercise you’d suggest
W: Fast walking or body-weight exercises. They require no equipment and build foundational
strength safely. For example, wall push-ups are great for building arm muscles.
M: Sounds practical! Any new goals for the coming year
W: I plan to start a fitness studio, encouraging more people to fall in love with exercise. My friend was struggling with yoga last year and she’ s training for a marathon this autumn. She mentioned the inspiration she got from me was really helpful to her.
M: What’s your top tip for someone starting their fitness journey
W: Start with realistic targets — even 15 minutes daily matters. Small steps lead to big changes!
17 ．A 18 ．B 19 ．A 20 ．C
【原文】
W: I’m Rachel from the University of Chicago. I’ve been attracted by happiness most of my life. When I was a small girl, I noticed that though many adults were wealthy and educated,
they were unhappy and this sometimes led them to behave in strange ways. Therefore, I wanted to understand what happiness was and how to achieve it. Then I decided to study psychology.
At university, I tried to discover what made people happy. I started by studying creative people like artists because they devoted their lives to doing what they wanted to, rather than things that brought them money. Later I invented a study method. Ordinary people were asked to keep an electronic machine for a week, which gave out a sound eight times a day. Every time it did so,
they wrote down where they were, what they were doing, how they felt and how much they were concentrating. I found that as with creative people, ordinary people are happiest when
concentrating hard. So the most obvious cause of happiness is concentration.
I have spent my life in studying happiness, and my belief that I have found the key to its secret has increased my happiness greatly.
21 ．C 22 ．D 23 ．B
本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了中国科学技术大学的研究实习项目的相关信息，包括项目福利、申请资格等。
21 ．细节理解题。根据 Program Benefits 部分中“Apply for free Chinese language and culture class to learn basic Chinese language and explore unique Hui culture.(申请免费的汉语和文化课程，学习基础汉语，探索独特的徽州文化)”可知，国际学生对免费课程感兴趣是因为可以学习基础汉语和了解徽州文化。故选 C。
22 ．细节理解题。根据 Application Qualification 部分中“1. Good command of English.2.
Non-Chinese citizens with a foreign passport.3. Currently enrolled full-time students in
undergraduate Year 3/4, Master’s, or doctoral programs.(1. 英语水平良好。2. 持有外国护照的非中国公民。3. 目前在读的全日制大三/大四本科生、硕士或博士研究生)”可知，持外国护照的全日制英语硕士学生符合资格。故选 D。
23．细节理解题。根据 Scholarship 部分的 Level B“1. free tuition；2. comprehensive medical insurance(1. 免学费；2. 综合医疗保险)”，以及 Cost 部分的“Student dormitory: 500-1,000 RMB (≈73-146 USD) per month depending on room type and size. Insurance: 160 RMB (≈23 USD) per month.(学生宿舍：每月 500-1000 元人民币（约 73-146 美元），取决于房间类型和大小。保险：每月 160 元人民币（约 23 美元）)” ，Level B 已经包含了学费和保险，所以最少需要支付的是宿舍费用的最低值 73 美元每月。故选 B。
24 ．B 25 ．D 26 ．B 27 ．C
本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述作者从字母游戏中获得启发，找到写作灵感的经历与感悟。
24 ．细节理解题。根据第一段中的“I’d worry we’d never spot a Q or X, but sure enough, they’d appear, making the kids cheer like we’d won a prize. (我会担心我们永远找不到字母 Q 或 X，但它们肯定会出现，让孩子们欢呼雀跃，就像我们赢得了奖品一样)”可知，作者最初担心有些字母可能很难被找到。故选 B 项。
25．细节理解题。根据第二段中的“For days, I stared at my screen, the cursor (光标) shining with nothing there, as I fought to find fresh, poetic words for “nature’s beauty.” Every phrase felt
boring — too common, too forced. I’d delete paragraphs when I felt upset (几天来，我盯着屏幕，光标闪着光，屏幕上却一片空白，我努力为“ 自然之美”寻找新颖而富有诗意的词汇。每个短语都显得乏味——太过平庸，太过刻意。我心烦的时候就会删掉段落)”可知，作者删除段落是因为找不到有创意的表达。故选 D 项。
26．细节理解题。根据第三段中的“Then one afternoon, as the kids talked excitedly from the back seat about spotting a “Y” on a farm sign, it clicked. I’d been waiting for inspiration to find me, not going out to find it. What if I approached writing like their game (后来有一天下午，孩子们在后座兴奋地谈论着在农场标志牌上发现了字母 Y，我突然恍然大悟。我一直在等着灵感来找我，而不是主动去寻找它。如果我像玩他们的游戏一样去写作会怎么样呢)”可知，是玩字母游戏的方式让作者获得了写作灵感。故选 B 项。
27．推理判断题。根据第四段中的“Just as Mentalist Oz Pearlman says, “we find what we seek.”
Whether it’s a letter on a billboard, a meaningful image, or even joy in small moments, focus turns the invisible into the visible. (正如心灵魔术师奥兹 珀尔曼所说：“我们会找到我们所追寻的东西。”无论是广告牌上的一个字母、一幅有意义的图像，甚至是微小瞬间里的喜悦，专注都能将无形的事物变得有形可见)” 可知，我们能从作者的经历中领悟到专注有助于发现生活中的美好。故选 C 项。
28 ．B 29 ．C 30 ．B 31 ．C
本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了研究表明骑自行车对大脑健康有益，能降低痴呆症风险。
28 ．细节理解题。根据第四段中“The results showed that regular cyclists had a 19 percent lower risk of dementia and a 22 percent lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease compared to other groups.
Additionally, brain imaging of the participants confirmed that cyclists had a larger hippocampus
— a brain region crucial for memory and learning — which is a clear indication of healthy
cognitive function.(结果显示，与其他组相比，经常骑自行车的人患痴呆症的风险降低 19%，患阿尔茨海默病的风险降低 22% 。此外，对参与者的大脑成像证实，骑自行车的人海马体 更大，海马体是大脑中对记忆和学习至关重要的区域，这是认知功能健康的明确标志)”可知， 《美国医学会杂志网络开放版》上的研究发现经常骑自行车的人认知功能更好。故选 B。
29 ．主旨大意题。根据第四段“Participants were asked about their daily travel habits excluding work commutes (通勤) and divided into four groups: those using passive transport like buses or
trains; regular walkers; people who mixed walking with other methods; and those who rode bikes
or combined cycling with other forms of travel. The results showed that regular cyclists had a 19
percent lower risk of dementia and a 22 percent lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease compared to
other groups. Additionally, brain imaging of the participants confirmed that cyclists had a larger
hippocampus — a brain region crucial for memory and learning — which is a clear indication of
healthy cognitive function.(参与者被询问了除工作通勤外的日常出行习惯，并被分为四组：
使用公交车或火车等被动交通工具的人；经常步行的人；将步行与其他方式相结合的人；以及骑自行车或将骑自行车与其他出行方式相结合的人。结果显示，与其他组相比，经常骑自行车的人患痴呆症的风险降低 19% ，患阿尔茨海默病的风险降低 22% 。此外，对参与者的 大脑成像证实，骑自行车的人海马体更大，海马体是大脑中对记忆和学习至关重要的区域，这是认知功能健康的明确标志)”可知，第四段主要介绍了研究的过程和结果。故选 C。
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)30 ．词句猜测题。根据第五段“Active travel like cycling is accessible to most people, requiring n specialized equipment beyond a bike, and its benefits for older adults are particularly tremendous. Liangkai Chen, PhD, lead author of the study, notes that promoting cycling as daily transport —
even mixed with other modes — could be a practical and low-cost strategy to reduce dementia risk and preserve brain structure.(像骑自行车这样的主动出行方式对大多数人来说都是可行的，除了自行车外不需要专门的设备，而且它对老年人的好处尤其 tremendous。该研究的主要作者、博士梁开晨指出，推广骑自行车作为日常交通工具——即使与其他方式混合使用——可能是一种降低痴呆风险和保护大脑结构的实用且低成本的策略)”可知，骑自行车对老年人好处很大，所以 tremendous 意思是“ 巨大的”。A. Slight 轻微的；B. Substantial 巨大的；C. Uncertain不确定的；D. Temporary 暂时的。故选 B。
31．推理判断题。根据最后一段中“Clifford Segil, an adult neurologist, adds middle-age lifestyle adjustments to prevent dementia are valuable, as proven neuroprotective methods remain rare.(成人神经学家 Clifford Segil 补充说，中年时调整生活方式以预防痴呆症是有价值的，因为经过验证的神经保护方法仍然很少)”可知，中年时的调整可能有助于保护大脑健康。故选 C。
32 ．B 33 ．C 34 ．A 35 ．D
这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了人工智能可以给出准确的地震预测，介绍了其工作原理以及意义。
32 ．细节理解题。根据第二段“Once trained, the AI offered predictions by detecting early
indicators of quakes hidden within the planet’s low-frequency rumbles (隆隆声).(经过训练后，人工智能通过探测隐藏在地球低频隆隆声中的早期地震指标来提供预测)”可知，人工智能分析地球上的背景声音预测地震事件。故选 B。
33．推理判断题。根据第三段“The project marks a substantial breakthrough in the exploration of AI for anticipating seismic (地震) events. According to Alexandros Savvaidis, a senior researcher heading the Texas Seismological Network, “Seismic occurrences strike without warning, often in
the blink of an eye. Your readiness is all you can influence. Achieving a 70% prediction rate is a
considerable achievement that could significantly restrict the impact of earthquakes, reducing both the financial burden and loss of life, and the potential to remarkably improve earthquake
preparation worldwide.”(该项目标志着人工智能在预测地震事件方面的探索取得了重大突破。德克萨斯地震网的高级研究员 Alexandros Savvaidis 说：“地震发生在没有预警的情况下，经常在眨眼之间发生。你能影响的只有你的准备程度。达到 70%的预测率是一项相当大的成
就，可以显著限制地震的影响，减少经济负担和生命损失，并有可能显著改善全球的地震准备工作。”)”可知，亚历山德罗斯·萨瓦伊迪斯想在第 3 段说明发展人工智能预测的意义。故选 C。
34．细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“Their next step is to test artificial intelligence in Texas, where the University of Texas’s TexNet operates a network of 300 earthquake stations and over six
years ’ worth of continuous records, making it an ideal location for these purposes.(他们的下一步是在德克萨斯州测试人工智能，德克萨斯大学的 TexNet运营着一个由 300 个地震站组成的网络，拥有超过六年的连续记录，使其成为进行这些研究的理想地点)”可知，接下来的研究重点是在不同地点进行测试。故选 A。
35．推理判断题。根据第一段“Advances in artificial intelligence (AI) are indicating that accurate quake forecasting may be attainable, thereby casting doubt on the conventional wisdom that such an accomplishment is beyond our capabilities.(人工智能(AI) 的进步表明，准确的地震预测可能是可以实现的，从而对传统智慧产生了质疑，即这种成就超出了我们的能力)”以及最后一段““That may be a long way off, but many advances such as this one, taken together, are what
moves science forward,” concludes Scott Tinker, the bureau’s director.(“这可能还有很长的路要走，但许多像这样的进步，综合起来，是推动科学向前发展的动力，”该局局长斯科特·廷克总结道)”可推知，地震预测技术具有开创性和前景。故选 D。
36 ．G 37 ．D 38 ．B 39 ．A 40 ．F
这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了校园社团有助于提升学生的综合能力。这篇文章提供了实用的建议：选择合适的社团、承担相应的角色、与其他社团合作、练习公开演讲以及定期反思以实现自我提升。
36 ．下文“Avoid random joining; instead, match clubs to what excites you (e.g., photography for visual lovers) or skills you want to build (e.g., debate for critical thinking). Research missions or talk to members first to stay motivated. A shy student might thrive in drama club, while a tech
enthusiast could join coding workshops.( 不要随意加入社团；相反，要根据自己的兴趣（比如，
对于视觉爱好者来说，可以选择摄影社团）或想要培养的技能（比如，对于批判性思维感兴趣的人可以选择辩论社团）来选择社团。在加入之前先了解社团的任务或者与成员交流， 以保持积极性。害羞的学生可能在戏剧社团中表现出色， 而热衷于科技的学生可能会加入编程工作坊。)”强调不要盲目加入社团，要结合兴趣与想要提升的能力选择，G 选项“Choose clubs agreeing with your interests or growth goals.( 选择符合你兴趣或成长目标的社团。)”作为本段
主题句，直接对应后文的选社团原则，逻辑完全契合。故选 G 项。
37 ．前文“Volunteer as an event planner, note-taker, or social media manager.( 担任活动策划者、记录员或社交媒体管理员等角色。)”提到承担具体任务（event planner, note-taker 等），后文 “For example, organizing a charity sale requires managing donations, scheduling volunteers, and
promotion, all valued by employers.( 例如，组织一场慈善义卖需要管理捐赠、安排志愿者和进行宣传，这些都受到雇主的重视。)”举例组织义卖需要多项工作，且这些能力受雇主重视。
D 选项“These tasks teach time management and teamwork.( 这些任务能培养时间管理和团队协作能力。)” 中 These tasks 精准指代前文的具体工作，承上启下，点明承担任务带来的能力提升，衔接后文举例。故选 D 项。
38 ．段落主旨为“Initiate cross-club joint projects to broaden horizons. (发起跨社团的合作项目 以拓宽视野。)” ，本段核心是发起跨社团联合项目，B 选项“Propose joint projects with other clubs.( 提议与其他社团开展合作项目。)” 同义替换段落主旨句，引出后文文学社+ 美术社、环保社+ 园艺社的合作案例，衔接紧密。故选 B 项。
39 ．后文“like a 5-minute presentation to your subgroup, then gradually take on larger stages.( 比如向你的小团队做一个 5 分钟的展示，然后逐渐登上更大的舞台。)”举例“小组 5 分钟展示” ，再逐步走向更大舞台，是循序渐进的练习逻辑。A 选项“Start with small audiences.( 从面对少量观众开始。)”对应后文的小规模展示，符合“ 由小到大” 的公众演讲练习步骤，逻辑连贯。故选 A 项。
40 ．上文“Set aside monthly time to review: “What did I learn Which skills improved ” Note
achievements, like resolving team conflicts or mastering new tools.( 月安排一定时间进行回顾： “我学到了什么？哪些技能有所提升？”记录成就，比如解决团队冲突或掌握新工具。)”本段强调定期反思社团经历，回顾所学、记录成果。F 选项“This turns random activities into
intentional development.( 这让零散的活动转化为有目标的自我提升。)” 中 This 指代前文的反思行为，总结反思的意义，收束本段内容。故选 F 项。
41 ．A 42 ．C 43 ．B 44 ．A 45 ．D 46 ．B 47 ．C 48 ．D
49 ．D 50 ．B 51 ．B 52 ．C 53 ．A 54 ．D 55 ．A
本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者在夏日去公园时第一次接触太极拳的经历，从最初的尝试失败到后来逐渐理解太极拳的精髓，学会了耐心、倾听和接受指导，并最终领悟到太极拳不仅是一种身体锻炼，更是一种生活态度。
41 ．考查动词词义辨析。句意：正是在那里，我第一次遇到了太极拳。A. encountered 遇到； B. recorded 记录；C. painted 绘画；D. taught 教授。根据下文“I found a class in a much brighter space.”可知，下文描述作者学习太极拳的经历，此处指作者在公园遇到了太极拳。故选 A。
42．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：开始，我犯了一些错误。A. dangerous 危险的；B. delightful令人愉快的；C. false 错误的；D. fulfilling 令人满足的。根据下文“After learning the first eight steps in a windowless basement, I took a break and never returned.”可知，作者一开始学习太极拳并不顺利，只学了八步就再也没去过，所以是错误的开始。故选 C。
43．考查名词词义辨析。句意：几个月后的第二次尝试相对成功。A. thought 想法；B. attempt尝试；C. movement 移动；D. trial 试验。根据上文“After learning the first eight steps in a
windowless basement, I took a break and never returned.”可知，作者第一次学习太极拳失败了，所以这里是第二次尝试。故选 B。
44．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：同上。A. successful 成功的；B. peaceful 和平的；C. thankful感谢的；D. graceful 优雅的。根据下文“I found a class in a much brighter space.”可知，作者第二次尝试学习太极拳找到了一个更好的地方，所以相对成功。故选 A。
45 ．考查副词词义辨析。句意：理论上没错，但现实并非如此。A. Ethically 道德上；B.
Economically 经济上；C. Internally 内部地；D. Technically 技术上，理论上。根据上文“I had thought that I would master the 108 movements.”和下文“but wrong in reality”可知，作者以为自己能学会 108 式，想法理论可行，但实际很难。故选 D。
46．考查名词词义辨析。句意：相反，我很快就知道，需要改变的是我自己的个性。A. solutions解决方案；B. personalities 个性；C. hobbies 爱好；D. duties 职责。根据下文（最后一段）“I realized I was learning not just a new step but a new way of being in the world — truly listening, open to correction, deeply grateful.”可知，作者意识到学习太极拳不仅仅是学习新的动作，更是学习一种新的生活方式，所以需要改变的是自己的个性。故选 B。
47．考查名词词义辨析。句意：这种缓慢进步所需的耐心并不是我通常对待身体活动的方式。 A. tradition 传统；B. luck 运气；C. patience 耐心；D. pride 骄傲。根据上文“After six months, I still found it difficult to complete even the opening 13 moves.”可知，作者学习太极拳进展缓慢，所以需要耐心。故选 C。
48 ．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：我几乎无法忍受。A. unforgettable 难忘的；B. unsuitable不适合的；C. unstoppable 无法阻挡的；D. unbearable 无法忍受的。根据下文“Previously, any sport that I couldn’t do easily, I just rejected.”可知，作者以前对于不容易做的运动都会拒绝，
所以对于学习太极拳这种缓慢进展的方式几乎无法忍受。故选 D。
49 ．考查动词词义辨析。句意：我还需要放弃借口，这是我最喜欢的逃避策略。A. make 制作；B. cite 引用；C. float 漂浮；D. lose 失去。根据下文“Declaring that I can’t tell left from right naturally wouldn’t”可知，宣称自己天生分不清左右，这是借口，作者需要放弃找借口的习惯。 lose the excuses 意为“放弃借口” 。故选 D。
50．考查动词词义辨析。句意：宣称我天生分不清左右是没有用的。A. offend 冒犯；B. work起作用；C. disturb 打扰；D. confuse 使困惑。根据上文“Declaring that I can’t tell left from right naturally wouldn’t”可知，这里指借口不能再糊弄人、不再管用。故选 B。
51．考查名词词义辨析。句意：这个认识在我的第一节大师课上强烈地出现了，当时我被单独挑出来。A. passion 激情；B. realization 认识；C. curiosity 好奇心；D. empathy 共鸣。根据上文“Oh, one more thing: I needed to listen.”可知，作者意识到自己需要倾听，这个认识在大师课上得到了体现。故选 B。
52．考查动词短语辨析。句意：同上。A. broke out 突然爆发；B. locked out 把 锁在外面； C. singled out 单独挑出；D. sorted out 分类。根据下文“As is required, all the others in the class stopped and turned to me while the instructor corrected my positioning.”可知，班上所有其他人都停下来，转过身来看着作者，这是因为作者在大师课上被单独挑出来进行指导。故选 C。
53．考查动词词义辨析。句意：按照要求，班上所有其他人都停下来，转过身来看着我，而教练纠正我的姿势。A. watch 观看；B. monitor 监视；C. instruct 指导；D. guard 守卫。根据下文“while the instructor corrected my positioning.”可知，教练在纠正作者的姿势时，其他人都停下来观看。故选 A。
54 ．考查名词词义辨析。句意：这可能只持续了几分钟，但感觉像过了很久。A. blessings祝福；B. fantasies 幻想；C. barriers 障碍；D. ages 很长时间。根据上文“On it went probably for only a few minutes”和转折词 but 可知，虽然只有几分钟，但感觉像过了很久。故选 D。
55．考查名词词义辨析。句意：然而，当我纠正时，我的情绪从羞耻转变为感激。A. appreciation感激；B. hesitation 犹豫；C. relaxation 放松；D. frustration 沮丧。根据下文“I realized I was learning not just a new step but a new way of being in the world — truly listening, open to
correction, deeply grateful.”可知，作者意识到自己不仅在学习新的动作，还在学习一种新的生活方式，所以情绪从羞耻转变为感激。故选 A。
56 ．to preserve 57 ．Faced 58 ．in 59 ．became 60 ．where 61 ．presence
62 ．areas 63 ．telling 64 ．accessible 65 ．the
本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了两名外国学生为保护中国方言所做的努力，他们创建了一个名为 Phoemica 的网站，收集并展示濒危方言的录音。
56．考查非谓语动词。句意：然而，随着普通话在学校和公共场所越来越受欢迎，这些方言变得难以保存。“difficult to do sth.”是固定用法，表示“做某事有困难”，这里用不定式。故填to preserve。
57．考查非谓语动词。句意：面对这个问题，两名热爱语言的外国学生决定做点什么。“(face) with this issue”作时间状语，face(面对)是非谓语动词，与介词 with 搭配，用过去分词短语 faced with 作状语；句首单词首字母大写。故填 Faced。
58．考查介词。句意：帕克是一名语言学学生，研究中国方言，而汉森精通多种语言，已经在北京生活了多年。“fluent in”是固定短语，意为“精通，熟练掌握” 。故填 in。
59 ．考查时态。句意：他们一起启动了一个项目，这个项目后来变成了一个名为 Phoemica，即乡音苑的网站，在这个网站上收集并展示了濒临灭绝的方言录音。become(变成)是定语从句中谓语动词，句中描述的是过去发生的事情，用一般过去时态。故填 became。
60．考查定语从句。句意：他们一起启动了一个项目，这个项目后来变成了一个名为Phoemica，即乡音苑的网站，在这个网站上收集并展示了濒临灭绝的方言录音。“ recordings of the dialects in danger of dying out are collected and displayed”是非限制性定语从句，修饰先行词 website，关系词将其代入从句中作地点状语，表示“在这个网站上”，是模糊地点，用关系副词 where 引导从句。故填 where。
61．考查名词。句意：你在乡音苑网站上一定会注意到有一张大地图，它展示了中国各地的各种方言。提示词作表语，用名词 presence ，意为“存在，呈现” ，不可数名词。故填
presence。
62．考查名词复数。句意：在某些地区，有方言录音的上传，网站的访问者可以收听这些录音。可数名词 area(地区)在句中表示“某些地区” ，用复数形式 areas 。故填 areas。
63．考查非谓语动词。句意：大多数录音的特点是说话者用他们各自的方言讲故事。“(tell) a story in their various dialects”作后置定语，tell(讲)是非谓语动词，与其逻辑主语 speakers 之间是主动关系，现在分词表主动。故填 telling。
64．考查形容词。句意：该网站关于说话者的详细信息，包括种族背景和教育程度，使其比传统的语言研究平台更具吸引力和可访问性，旨在保留每种方言的独特魅力。“and”连接两
个并列的形容词作宾语补足语，access 的形容词是 accessible，意为“可访问的，易获取的”。故填 accessible。
65．考查冠词。句意： 该网站关于说话者的详细信息，包括种族背景和教育程度，使其比传统的语言研究平台更具吸引力和可访问性，旨在保留每种方言的独特魅力。这里表示特指每种方言的独特魅力，用定冠词 the 限定。故填 the。
66．
Notice
To enrich our colorful campus life and offer a wonderful platform to show students’ artistic talents, our school will hold a grand Art Exhibition.
The exhibition, which will take place in the school art gallery from December 10 to
December 16, aims to enrich our campus life. A wide variety of creative works will be on display, including vivid paintings, elegant calligraphy, beautiful photographs and delicate hand-made
crafts.
All teachers and students are warmly welcome to visit and enjoy the beauty of art. We sincerely hope you can seize this wonderful chance to wander in the realm of art and find
inspiration.
Student Union
67 ．例文
During their time in China, Alex wholeheartedly enjoyed the experience. He visited ancient temples, tasted delicious local food, and communicated with Chinese students with the help of Ms. Lau. He was deeply attracted by the profound Chinese culture and the warmth of the local people. When he struggled to speak Chinese, the Chinese students patiently helped him, which made him more confident. He even joined a traditional paper-cutting class, and his clumsy but sincere works won praise from everyone. Every day was filled with new discoveries and joys, and he gradually
got rid of his shyness.
Back in his home country, Alex was a completely changed person. He became active and
outgoing, daring to raise his hand in class and make friends with his classmates. He often shared
his experience in China with others, spreading Chinese culture. He also kept the lessons Ms. Lau
taught him in mind, bravely challenging himself and stepping out of his comfort zone. It was this trip that made him realize that courage and openness can bring more possibilities to life.

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