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2025—2026学年高三下学期返校考试
英语学科试题
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分 30分）
第一节（共 5小题；每小题 1.5分，满分 7.5分）
听下面 5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，
并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有 10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一
小题。每段对话读二遍。
1. How much does the woman need to pay in total
A. $ 12. B. $ 14. C. $ 19.
2. What are the speakers likely to do this weekend
A. Go hiking. B. Try cooking. C. Visit the beach.
3. What are the speakers mainly discussing
A. Whether to hire Ella.
B. How to train new staff.
C. What to require for a job.
4. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Mother and son. B. Teacher and student. C. Manager and assistant.
5. Where are the speakers
A. At a hospital. B. In a classroom. C. On a playground.
第二节（共 15小题；每小题 1.5分，满分 22.5分）
请听下面 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。
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
6. What is the man’s opinion about Chinese calligraphy
A. It’s a form of relaxation.
B. It’s hard to understand.
C. It’s a living culture.
7. What will the woman do next
A. Give a call. B. See her friend. C. Visit an exhibition.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
8. What does the man think he should learn most
A. Telling a joke. B. Listening carefully. C. Communicating more.
9. What does the woman suggest we should do about difficult conversations
A. Be thoughtful. B. Argue strongly. C. Get to the point.
10. How does the woman feel about her communication with family
A. Confident. B. Nervous. C. Regretful.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
11. What does the man think of Rose’s performance
A. Simple. B. Natural. C. Formal.
12. How did Rose prepare her role
A. By experiencing life.
B. By reading the story carefully.
C. By training emotional expression.
13. What did the man do for the festival
A. He taught stage acting.
B. He changed the sets.
C. He helped with the lighting.
14. What is the most important for a performance according to the man
A. Joint effort. B. Great acting. C. Sound effect.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
15. What mistake did Mary make
A. She ignored grammar.
B. She got the word wrong.
C. She had bad pronunciation.
16. How did the airport worker respond to Mary
A. Angrily. B. Humorously. C. Embarrassingly.
17. What do we know from the man’s Chinese learning
A. Tones are important.
B. Making mistakes is costly.
C. Real-life learning is the best.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18. Why is the cafe called “silent cafe”
A. Because of the staff.
B. Because of the platform.
C. Because of the location.
19. What made Wang Xian quit her job
A. Her love for coffee making.
B. Her concern for her relatives.
C. Her search for better chances.
20. How does Wang Xian see Wang Jiali’s present job
A. Time consuming. B. Money making. C. Life changing.
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
Milk is a common food across many countries in the world. But dairy can contribute a lot to the greenhouse
gas emissions of our food. In typical EU diets, it accounts for just over one-quarter of the carbon footprint,
sometimes as much as one-third.
Growing awareness of this means many are looking to plant-based alternatives. In the UK, surveys suggest
one-quarter of adults now drink some non-dairy milks. It’s even more popular in younger generation with one-third
of 16 to 23-year-olds choosing them.
There is now a range of “plant-based” milk alternatives available, including soy, oat, almond and rice. This
raises two common questions: are plant-based milks really better for the environment, and which is best
In the table here we compare milks across a number of environmental indicators: land use, greenhouse gas
emissions, water use, and eutrophication — the pollution of ecosystems with too many nutrients. These are
compared per liter (升) of milk.
Product Land use m2 Greenhouse gas emissions Kg Freshwater use Eutrophication g PO4
per kg, 2013 CO2 eq (当量) per liter, 2013 liters per liter, 2013 eq per liter, 2013
Almond milk 0.50 m2 0.70 kg 371.46 L 1.50g
Dairy milk 8.95 m2 3.15 kg 628.20 L 10.65 g
Oat milk 0.76 m2 0.90 kg 48.24 L 1.62g
Rice milk 0.34 m2 1.18 kg 269.81 L 4.69 g
Soy milk 0.66 m2 0.98 kg 27.80 L 1.06g
Which of the plant-based milks is best It really depends on the impact we care most about. There is no clear
winner on all indicators. However, from a nutritional perspective, the replacement of dairy with plant-based milks
is unlikely to be a concern for those with a diverse diet. It is possible to meet these requirements from other foods.
However, for certain groups, especially those on lower incomes with poor dietary diversity, this might be an
inappropriate switch.
21. Why are many people considering plant-based milk according to the text
A. Dairy is rather too common. B. It is cheaper than dairy.
C. Dairy has more environmental impact. D. It tastes better than dairy.
22. Which product in the table uses the least water
A. Oat milk. B. Soy milk. C. Rice milk. D. Almond milk.
23. What can be inferred from the last paragraph
A. A diverse diet should include dairy.
B. Low-income people should avoid milk.
C. Milk quality standards should be stricter.
D. People should choose different milk for nutrition.
B
I once attended a French immersion program in France. On the first day, the school director warned: “Speak
even a word of English and you will be fined two euros.” I began to wonder if it was a wise decision.
My interest in French began in high school, but university courses bored me. Years later, my children attended
a French immersion school, and my enthusiasm returned — though I was too busy to study myself. A couple of
years ago, a neighbour fluent in French shared stories of traveling in France. I was envious. The next morning, I
woke up and decided to create my own luck. Though in my mid-60s, I still enjoyed challenges.
Three months later, I arrived in Paris for a month of French studies. We were immersed in French eight hours
a day. Fellow students came from around the world: a Chinese lady wanted to perfect her French to fully appreciate
the rich cultural heritage of France; a Turkish graduate hoped to land a job in Europe; many, like me, sought a
personal challenge.
The first week was exhausting. My head ached from the constant stimulation of learning. I routinely
embarrassed myself. With only a limited French vocabulary, I couldn’t tell any of my usual stories and jokes. After
much practice, I finally developed an amusing story to tell to whomever I sat with. Yes, the same story every day.
At least I was never fined two euros! Gradually, the immersion worked. My brain shifted to French at the school
gate. One day, I met an American lady I had spoken with in English the day before in a restaurant. On school
grounds, I walked past her without a greeting — paying a thousand euros as punishment would do! During the
four weeks, I made significant progress. On the last day, I presented a paper in French.
Attending the program inspired me to continue my French learning. And I’ve signed up for another session
this spring. I can’t wait to get there and embarrass myself again!
24. Why did the author question her decision on the first day of the program
A. It was too boring. B. It had a strict rule.
C. It cost much money. D. It had a tight schedule.
25. What drove the author to start French studies in Paris
A. Her neighbor’s travelling experiences. B. The desire to prove herself young.
C. More free time after retirement. D. Her children’s French learning.
26. Why did the author walk past the American lady without greeting her
A. She was in a hurry. B. She was afraid of being fined.
C. She failed to recognize her. D. She focused on her French thinking.
27. What does the author want to convey
A. Well begun is half done.
B. It’s never too late to learn.
C. Rules are made to be broken.
D. You can’t teach an old dog new tricks.
C
As a female writer, I was conflicted about AI, but as the noise grew louder about how useful it could be, I
started to hear it could free time and energy, taking over simple tasks and allowing us to focus on what matters.
One day, I gave in. At first, I used it to check spelling and grammar. Then I began fact-checking. I even started
second-guessing my own authority. Finally it hit me: I had been relying on AI almost completely. I had fallen for
the hurtful belief that nothing my own brain could create would ever be as good as what AI said. Time to press the
reset button
I do think AI has its uses. It can help people understand complicated things or any scary communication. But
could the greater societal reliance be adding to the general noise in our heads, gradually undermining our trust in
ourselves
Educational psychologist Dr Julia Alfano says, “Without information being put to active, conscious, critical
check, we are not open to revaluation of the information we are presented with. We stop being curious… we are no
longer engaged in an active process. As a result, the information itself takes on an individual reality or truth, and
we have lost our agency over it.” Quick answers and shortcuts may feel efficient, but they weaken reflection and
critical thinking.
Keeping a sense of our human self feels like an important lesson here, because if we start to believe that our
minds, thoughts and opinions have no value, then soon we shall be proved right. I am terrified by the thought that
even WHEN the perfect job comes up, a lot of us now won’t apply for it… because what is the point anymore, who
can compete with a robot or perfection In my mind, all of us can, because being imperfect is what makes us
human. I didn’t need AI to find this reassurance-Winnie the Pooh once said, “What’s wrong with knowing what
you know now and not knowing what you don’t know until later ” Piglet added, “The things that make me
different are the things that make me, me.”
28. What does paragraph 1 mainly tell us about the author
A. She tried to perfect her writing.
B. She remained creative all the time.
C. She began to doubt her judgement.
D. She trusted AI to improve her work.
29. What does the underlined word “undermining” in paragraph 2 mean
A. Weakening. B. Assessing. C. Gaining. D. Expressing.
30. What does Dr Julia Alfano stress
A. The importance of reflection. B. The cost of being efficient.
C. The trend of modern information. D. The effect of active thinking.
31. What can we learn according to Winnie the Pooh and Piglet
A. AI helps us know more.
B. AI makes what we will be.
C. We can not compete with a robot.
D. We should face our imperfection.
D
Ancient granite (花岗岩) rocks reveal a vast hidden structure beneath Pine Island Glacier (冰川), reshaping
understanding of Antarctic ice flow.
This buried body is nearly 100 kilometers in width and reaches approximately 7 kilometers in thickness,
making it roughly half the size of Wales in the UK, Researchers have long wondered how the rocks arrived there
and what they might reveal about the history and future behavior of the Antarctic ice sheet.
A research team led by the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) analyzed the granites by measuring how
radioactive materials inside changed over time. Their results showed that the rocks formed around 175 million
years ago during the Jurassic period. Even so, the process that carried these rocks to their current locations
remained unclear until scientists gathered new data from the air. High resolution gravity measurements collected by
the BAS’s aircraft detected an unusual signal beneath the glacier. This signal closely matched what scientists would
expect from a large granite body buried deep below the ice.
Connecting the surface rocks to this hidden granite mass has provided a major advance. It resolves a
long-standing geological puzzle and offers important insight into how Pine Island Glacier behaved in the past,
when a much thicker ice sheet was capable of tearing rocks from the bed and leaving them high in the surrounding
mountains.
Reconstructing ice thickness and flow patterns during the last ice age (around 20,000 years ago) allows
researchers to improve ice sheet computer models, which are essential for forecasting how Antarctica may respond
to ongoing climate change.
The discovery also sheds light on present-day processes. Beneath Pine Island Glacier, a region that has seen
some of the fastest ice loss in Antarctica in the last few decades, the geology strongly influences how ice slides
over the bed and how meltwater (融水) flows beneath it The new findings will help improve computer models of
ice flow that are used to project sea level rise.
32. How did researchers identify the hidden granite structure
A. By using plane-collected gravity data.
B. By studying surface mountains.
C. By tracking meltwater flow.
D. By digging under glaciers.
33. How was the last ice age Antarctic ice sheet different from today
A. It melted much faster. B. It proved much more radioactive.
C. It possessed a greater thickness. D. It flowed more slowly.
34. What does the underlined phrase “sheds light on” in paragraph 6 probably mean
A. Reduces the speed of. B. Gives rise to.
C. Casts doubt on. D. Makes clear of.
35. What’s the significance of the new findings
A. Discovering new mineral resources under glaciers.
B. Proving the accuracy of air-based gravity measurements.
C. Revealing unknown earth movements in Jurassic period.
D. Advancing ice flow modeling for climate predictions.
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。
Guilt is a common human emotion. It can guide us, but it can also hurt us. Guilt is usually defined as a feeling
of responsibility or regret for something we have done wrong, or even for something we only imagine we have
done wrong. It often comes from our values and expectations, which shape how we judge our own behavior. 36
It reflects our awareness of right and wrong. It shows that we care.
37 Some guilt is helpful. This kind of guilt appears when we break a promise, hurt someone, or fail to
meet an important responsibility, and it pushes us to correct our mistakes and improve ourselves. It is useful.
However, there is also harmful guilt. This type often comes from unrealistic standards, past events we cannot
change, or even other people’s expectations. 38 Unlike helpful guilt, it does not lead to action but instead
weakens our confidence and wears out our energy.
When you feel guilty, pause for a moment. Ask yourself where the feeling comes from and whether it is based
on facts or assumptions, because not all guilt is reasonable. Then consider its effect: does it encourage you to take
positive action, or does it simply make you feel bad without offering a solution 39 By questioning your
guilt, you begin to understand it instead of being controlled by it.
If your guilt is helpful, take action. Apologize, make changes, or complete what you have left unfinished, so
that your behavior matches your values. If your guilt is harmful, learn to let it go, even though this may take time
and effort. Remind yourself that no one is perfect, and that growth often comes from mistakes. 40 Only
when you learn to use it wisely can you move forward with confidence and create a better life.
A. This step is important.
B. Not all guilt is the same.
C. It’s never too late to regret.
D. They can be corrected later.
E. It makes us feel unworthy or stuck.
F. In this sense, guilt is not simply negative.
G. Guilt should guide your life instead of controlling it.
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，共 15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
When I was growing up, my favorite movie was Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. My favorite 41 is
when the Beast introduces Belle to the castle’s library. Belle’s eyes
42 as the camera moves around to show her endless shelves of books. It feels magical, not only to her, but
to me, as a viewer, filling me with 43 .
People often speak of truth, goodness, and beauty as 44 ideals-principles that direct our actions. But
unlike the magical library in the movie, beauty in real life is the easiest to 45 . Faced with emotional and
financial concerns, many families quietly abandon it, assuming it requires 46 , space, or special talent.
When I was growing up, my family did not have those unlimited 47 . Our small apartment was 48 .
One winter evening, my parents returned home carrying a bag of 49 . There was no electricity due to a
sudden power cut, and the room quickly grew 50 . Instead of showing frustration, my mother calmly lit
several candles, creating a 51 atmosphere. My father then 52 the bag and suggested we mix flour,
water, and sugar to prepare a simple dough together. Our hands moved slowly, 53 small, uneven pieces
while we laughed gently. In that humble space, surrounded by dancing light and shared effort, I felt a deep sense of
peace and 54 richness.
Since then, I have come to believe that beauty does not depend on what we 55 , but on how we choose
to see and shape our ordinary lives.
41. A. story B. scene C. idea D. picture
42. A. close B. lower C. shift D. widen
43. A. regret B. wonder C. gratitude D. confusion
44. A. guiding B. fading C. abstract D. rigid
45. A. figure out B. build up C. leave behind D. pass on
46. A. wealth B. labor C. ambition D. commitment
47. A. excuses B. opinions C. resources D. opportunities
48. A. odd B. plain C. distinct D. luxury
49. A. books B. candles C. snacks D. groceries
50. A. cold B. mild C. dark D. noisy
51. A. challenging B. comforting C. freezing D. confusing
52. A. opened B. dropped C. filled D. moved
53. A. eating B. throwing C. taking D. shaping
54. A. undeserved B. uninvited C. unexpected D. unearned
55. A. have B. say C. meet D. want
第二节（共 10小题：每小题 1.5分，满分 15分）
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Mark Rowswell, known as Dashan, is perhaps the most familiar foreign face in China. For over three decades
he 56 (serve) as a beloved bridge between East and West.
In Dashan’s latest documentary, The Untethered Boat, he takes viewers on 57 personal journey
through Chinese history. Pursuing the footsteps of Su Shi, one of the famous Song Dynasty poets，Dashan explores
more than ten Chinese provinces. The title, 58 (draw) from Su Shi’s poem, reflects a man 59 life
was constantly on the move due to some issues. The documentary contains three episodes, The Sailing Boat, The
Lost Boat and The Returning Boat, 60 (show) different times of Su Shi’s life.
Dashan shared his deep 61 (connect) to the poet at the first show, “Having loved Su Shi’s poetry for
35 years, I found walking the path Su Shi walked 62 (extreme) meaningful. What moved me most was
how Su Shi kept going when life was hard.” He hopes the documentary can be a bridge, enabling more foreign
friends 63 (discover) strength in Su Shi’s spirit.
The film crew spent two years filming at some typical 64 (bining AI-generated imagery
with orchestral music, the documentary presents Su Shi not merely 65 a historical figure but a guide for
people today.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分 40分）
第一节（满分 15分）
一位英国网友在某论坛发帖，关注了 2026年中国春节晚会（the Spring Festival Gala）上的机器人表演。
请你写一则回帖，内容包括：
1．你观看表演的感受；
2．你对表演中“科技与传统结合”的理解；
3．你的看法。
注意：
1．写作词数应为 80左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Hi, it’s great to see your interest in this performance.
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第二节（满分 25分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段、使之构成一篇完整的短文。
I was eleven when my mother first took me to a small chess club at the corner of our street. I remember
standing at the door, unwilling to step in, while my mother gently placed her hand on my shoulder and pushed me
forward.
The chess pieces were not exciting as I had hoped; instead, they sat there, silent and demanding. I spent long
afternoons memorizing openings, losing games, and staring at the board, unsure of what I had done wrong. Some
days, I dragged my feet on the way to class, wondering why I had to keep going.
“Why do you insist on this ” I finally asked one evening, frustration spilling out of me. My mother looked up
from the book she was reading. A small smile rested on her face, the kind that never rushed to explain itself. She
didn’t answer directly. Instead, she said quietly, “Playing chess determines who I am.” I wondered what a journey
she had taken.
She was not a person of many words, but there was something in the way she lived that made people listen
when she did speak. She never hurried, even when time pressed. When problems came, she did not complain; she
would sit with them, as if turning them over carefully, like pieces on a board. And when she made a decision, it
carried a quiet certainty that rarely needed defending. I could not fully understand her sentence, but I could see its
shadow in her life.
Nearly a year later, I was signed up for my first competition. On the morning of the event, as she helped me
straighten my collar, she said, “Remember, participation is competition, but more than competition.”
I nodded, though the words felt distant, like something I was supposed to understand someday, but not yet.
The competition hall was larger than I expected. Rows of tables stretched out under bright lights, each one
holding a board that seemed suddenly more serious than the ones I had practiced on. When the game began, my
hands could not move. I made moves too quickly, then hesitated, then tried to correct myself. My opponent
remained calm, almost indifferent.
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。
I lost the game. ___________________________________________________________________________
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That evening, my mother came into my room without asking the result. _______________________________
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2025—2026学年高三下学期返校考试英语参考答案
听力答案 1-5 CBABC 6-10 CABAC 11-15 BACAB 16-20 BAABC
【答案】
21-23 CBD 24-27 BABB 28-31 CAAD 32-35 ACDD 36-40 FBEAG
41-45 BDBAC 46-50 ACBDC 51-55 BADCA
56. has served/has been serving 57. a 58. drawn 59. whose 60. showing
61. connection 62. extremely 63. to discover 64. sites 65. as
【答案】范文
Hi, it’s great to see your interest in this performance. I watched it with great excitement — it was amazing to
see those robots move in perfect harmony, showing beautiful traditional Chinese dances and patterns.
To me, the combination of technology and tradition in the performance is wonderful. Robots, as a symbol of
modern technology, carry forward traditional culture, making old customs more attractive to young people and
spreading Chinese culture in a new way.
I think this performance is a great innovation. It not only shows China’s technological progress but also passes
on our traditional values, letting the world see the beauty of Chinese culture in a fresh and vivid way.
【答案】范文
I lost the game. I dragged myself out of the competition hall, my cheeks burning with embarrassment, and my
eyes blurred by tears. All the long afternoons spent memorizing openings, practicing moves, and correcting
mistakes felt useless. I walked slowly, kicking at the stones on the road, and even thought about quitting chess for
good — I couldn’t bear the disappointment of failing after so much effort, nor could I face the thought of letting
my mother down.
That evening, my mother came into my room without asking the result. She sat quietly beside me, gently
patting my back, and handed me a cup of warm milk. She said softly that losing was not a failure, but a chance to
learn — to calm down, think carefully about my mistakes, and grow stronger. Her words slowly lifted my spirits. I
finally understood her earlier words: chess is about perseverance, not just winning. I wiped my tears and decided to
keep practicing, determined to do better next time.
听力原文
1. 【答案】C
【原文】W: Hi, I’d like to buy three tickets to the Van Gogh exhibit. Two adult tickets, one student ticket.
M: The adult tickets are 7 dollars each. The student ticket is 5 dollars.
W: Great, here you go!
2. 【答案】B
【原文】W: I hoped to hike this weekend, but it’s been raining all week.
M: Yeah, I planned to relax on the beach, but it might be canceled too. Looks like we’ll have to stay home. Let’s try
some new recipes!
W: Sounds fun.
3. 【答案】A
【原文】M: Ella seems energetic and ambitious.
W: But we really need someone flexible for the job.
M: Why not give her a try, and see how she will perform
4. 【答案】B
【原文】W: I’ve noticed a sharp drop in your grades. Is everything okay at home
M: Everything’s fine at home. I’ve started a part - time job recently, but I’ll try to manage my time better.
W: I believe you can turn things around. You have great potential.
5. 【答案】C
【原文】W: Come over and have a rest. You look tired.
M: Thanks. My legs are still sore from yesterday’s training.
W: Maybe you should take a break. Coach said we don’t have to push too hard today.
M: I’ll run the last lap anyway.
【答案】6. C 7. A
【原文】W: Have you seen people practicing calligraphy in parks since we arrived in Beijing
M: Yes. They pay a lot of attention to every line they draw.
W: Absolutely.
M: While they practise, you can really sense the history and the effort behind each movement. It’s impressive.
W: My friend Tony mentioned there is a calligraphy exhibition nearby.
M: Why don’t you ask him about when it starts
W: Good idea. I’ll contact him right now.
【答案】8. B 9. A 10. C
【原文】W: Do you know why we have two ears but only one mouth
M: Sounds like a joke. What’s the answer
W: We are supposed to listen twice as much as we speak! It’s a joke, but it actually shows an important
communication skill: listening carefully.
M: That’s true. I need to learn that most of all.
W: And here’s another skill: being kind when you speak. When conversations get difficult, people often respond
with anger or argue. Instead, we should speak politely and consider others’ perspectives.
M: You do that really well. You always respect what I’m saying, even if you don’t agree.
W: Thanks! I feel the same about you. But I know I don’t always communicate well with my family. Sometimes I
lack patience and make them feel embarrassed.
M: Communicating with family can be tough. But the key is to keep trying and improving.
【答案】11. B 12. A 13. C 14. A
【原文】W: Did you go to the school theatre festival last night
M: Yes, I did. I didn’t expect it to be that good, to be honest.
W: Same here. The final play really stood out. The story was simple, but the acting made it powerful.
M: Especially Rose, who played the mother. Her performance is quite true to life.
W: Right. I heard she spent time volunteering at a hospital to prepare for the role.
M: That makes sense. It explains why her emotions seemed so genuine.
W: By the way, were you involved in the festival
M: Not on stage. I helped with the lighting. It was stressful, but also fun.
W: I’ve always wondered how important lighting is.
M: More important than people think. A small change in light can completely change the mood of a scene.
W: That’s interesting. I used to think acting was everything.
M: Acting matters, of course, but it’s really a team effort. Without sound and lighting, even great actors can lose
their impact.
W: I see your point.
【答案】15. B 16. B 17. A
【原文】W: I was just talking to Mary, who’s learning English. She felt really embarrassed about a mistake she
made yesterday.
M: What happened
W: She was trying to get out of the airport, so she asked a worker “Where do I exist ” The worker stared at her and
then said, “planet Earth.”
M: Ah, she meant to say, “Where do I exit ” It’s an understandable mistake. And pretty funny, too. I hope she isn’t
discouraged.
W: That’s what I told her. I think she’s learning to laugh at herself as well. Everyone makes mistakes.
M: When I started learning Chinese, I tried to tell someone that I wanted dumplings. But what I really said was, “I
want to sleep.” That’s how I learned that tones matter!
W: Making mistakes is a necessary part of language learning.
M: Yes. You have to say and hear a new word many times. An encouraging friend, and a sense of humor really help!
【答案】18. A 19. B 20. C
【原文】 Inside a government service hall in Huai’an, Jiangsu province, there is a “silent cafe”, where the staff
communicate through warm smiles and sign language. There, the deaf staff make coffee and customers place orders
through the shop’s online platform. The woman behind the cafe is Wang Xian. She quit her job after seeing her
aunt and uncle, both of whom are deaf, struggling — they never had formal jobs and sold tofu on the streets.
Wang Xian wanted to create better opportunities for the disabled. Wang Jiali works at the cafe. With no prior
experience, she had to work hard to handle the full menu. The work comes with unseen challenges and occasional
misunderstandings from some customers. However, compared with her previous jobs, the constant interaction has
become her greatest source of growth. “It has helped her build courage and improved her communication skills,
making her a different person,” Wang Xian said.

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