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安徽省桐城中学2025-2026学年度上学期第三次学情调研高一英语试题
一、听力选择题
1．When will the man leave for the party
A．At about 4:00 p.m. B．At about 4:30 p.m. C．At about 5:30 p.m.
2．What are the speakers mainly talking about
A．Their hobbies.
B．Their schedules.
C．Their travel plans.
3．What does the man suggest
A．Taking the subway. B．Changing the flight. C．Trying another route.
4．What does the woman imply
A．She is out of shape. B．She dislikes sports. C．She wants to try gymnastics.
5．What is the man’s problem
A．He missed the meeting. B．He forgot the report at home. C．He didn’t know the deadline.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
6．Why does the man choose the café downstairs
A．For its lower price. B．For its better taste. C．For its shorter distance.
7．How much will the woman pay
A．$12. B．$16. C．$20.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
8．Why is George at the store
A．To look for ideas for clothing design.
B．To purchase furniture for a new office.
C．To sell tables and chairs with his friend.
9．What was the man’s last job
A．A market promoter. B．A clothing designer. C．A car salesman.
10．What does the woman want to do
A．Start a business. B．Study marketing. C．Write a book.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
11．What did the man do while in Amsterdam
A．Bought gifts. B．Booked a hotel. C．Rented a car.
12．What does the woman hope for
A．A hotel near shops. B．A cheaper room. C．A city tour guide.
13．What is the Central Garden
A．A museum. B．A shopping area. C．An amusement park.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
14．What does the man say the gold cup was used for
A．Serving tea. B．Drinking wine. C．Holding soup.
15．Why is the gold cup more valuable today
A．It was used by the wealthy. B．It has become extremely rare. C．It represents a social privilege.
16．What do the speakers plan to do next
A．Buy a gold cup. B．Take photos of the cup. C．Check out other items.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17．Why do plants produce sounds
A．To communicate. B．To speed up growth. C．To defend themselves.
18．How did researchers run the experiment
A．By tracking the growth of plants.
B．By testing plants' response to noise.
C．By stressing plants in different ways.
19．What happened to the second group of plants
A．They were not watered.
B．Their stems were cut off.
C．They were left untouched.
20．What may the new software help farmers do
A．Monitor crop health.
B．Reduce insect damage.
C．Offer planting methods.
二、阅读理解
Summer presents a collection of festivals that combine fun, charity, and awareness. Here are four special celebrations happening in June:
National Go Barefoot Day (June 1)
Established after the 2004 tsunami, this day promotes barefoot walking for health benefits like stronger muscles while supporting Soles4Souls, a non-profit that has provided 19 million shoes globally. You can join barefoot activities or organize shoe collections. By simply taking off your shoes, you can improve your own health while helping children get the shoes they need.
World Oceans Day (June 8)
Oceans cover 66% of Earth and provide 50% of our oxygen, yet 8 million tons of plastic waste pollute them yearly. This day honors the ocean’s irreplaceable roles while inspiring worldwide participation. People can get involved by cleaning beaches, reducing single-use plastics, and watching educational films — turning awareness into action for a healthier planet.
Be a Kid Again Day (June 12)
This lighthearted day encourages adults to relive childhood joys — whether sliding down playground slides, building sandcastles, or rewatching classic kids’ movies. Beyond personal enjoyment, the celebration also supports meaningful causes like A Kid Again, a US non-profit organization that provides fun-filled adventures for children with life-threatening illnesses.
Helen Keller Day (June 27)
Held every year on June 27, this day honors Helen Keller (1880-1968) who became the first person with her disabilities to earn a college degree and wrote 12 books. While celebrating her amazing life, the day also recognizes all those who support the blind and deaf community through events like charity fashion shows and public readings of Keller’s inspirational works.
21．Which festival combines physical health with caring for children
A．Be a Kid Again Day. B．Helen Keller Day.
C．National Go Barefoot Day. D．World Oceans Day.
22．Who benefit most from the organization A Kid Again
A．The young seeking adventures. B．Parents facing health challenges.
C．The elderly treasuring childhood. D．Children fighting serious diseases.
23．What do the four festivals have in common
A．Environmental focus. B．Child-centered activities.
C．Physical fitness promotion. D．Celebrations for social good.
Li Min, a top finance (金融) student who graduated from Peking University, made an unusual career choice that surpassed expectations. Instead of seeking a finance career, she exchanged her business suit for the clothing of a farmer and went back to her hometown.
Her decision was met with doubt, especially from her family who questioned why she would leave the promise of a high-paid career for the uncertainties of farming. In fact, Li Min desired to make agricultural practices modern as she saw the backwardness of traditional farming during the visits to her hometown.
Upon returning to her village, Li Min also encountered disbelief from classmates and villagers alike. However, her promise to combine modern technology and new practices with agriculture soon proved transformative, allowing farmers to monitor crop growth through field sensors and smartphones, and make data-based decisions to improve productions and quality.
She started with on-site sales of fruits and vegetables. Recognizing the instability (不稳定性) in the supply chain and the need for a more dependable system, Li Min developed the “Lai Cun Wang” rural (乡村的) e-business platform in 2015 to increase sales.
By 2023, Li Min’s efforts had reached more areas, establishing over 200 rural service stations and creating jobs for thousands of families. Her contribution to rural development and poverty fighting earned her several awards, including the Henan Innovation Award.
Li Min’s story is a powerful reminder that professional success is defined by the strong love for work and devotion one brings to it. Her journey from a finance scholar to an agricultural leader shows how her efforts can bring change, inspire communities and contribute to sustainable development in agriculture. It encourages more students to seek their dreams with strong belief.
24．What made Li Min choose to return to her hometown after graduation
A．Her determination to make a difference to it. B．Her unsuccessful job-hunting experiences.
C．A sudden change in her financial conditions. D．Pressure from her family to continue farming.
25．How did Li Min solve the problem in the supply chain
A．Through government funds. B．Through mass production.
C．Through experienced farmers. D．Through Internet technology.
26．Which of the following can best describe Li Min
A．Generous but hesitant. B．Big-headed and energetic.
C．Far-sighted and creative. D．Traditional but independent.
27．What can we learn from the text
A．Passion counts in our professions. B．Success comes from full preparations.
C．Taking others’ advice is key for job choices. D．Career achievements depend on family support.
We are often troubled by a feeling that the digital world has gradually robbed our sincere social connections of certain deep and unique qualities. Recent official surveys indicate that around 80% of young people admit longing for a peaceful world free from the increasing presence of social media, yet few actually intend to refuse the steady advancement of society. What they deeply treasure is the kind of true, natural, and face-to-face communication that, long before the internet gained widespread popularity and came to take over daily social scenes, naturally developed warm and lasting friendships.
Before social media took over everyday life, people tended to behave in a more sincere and individualistic manner. Nowadays, however, digital platforms have greatly sped up the spread of new trends, resulting in a striking uniformity among the public: we blindly buy the similar popular products, follow temporary fashions without reflection, act in increasingly predictable ways, and rely on fixed emojis to convey our deepest feelings. Even acts or personal thoughts that originally appear individual soon become online hits, gradually weakening people’s real personality and unique sense of identity.
Perhaps the most severe issue is that social media has transformed precious friendship into a tool for online self-promotion. Moments of happiness and connection with friends are no longer simply sweet, private memories; instead, they are often reduced to carefully staged posts and pictures designed to attract more likes and followers. We focus so fiercely on establishing a perfect but fake online image that we ignore the effort required to preserve true friendship, thereby turning close ties into shallow, performative interactions.
Nostalgia (怀旧) for the past alone cannot solve this problem. While giving up the internet entirely is unrealistic in modern society, choosing a careful and balanced approach to digital consumption is important. We must devote more time to meaningful offline interactions, place greater value on heartfelt face-to-face conversations, and actively recover the warmth and truthfulness that make friendship truly valuable.
28．What do most young people feel about social media in paragraph1
A．They are unaware of its negative impacts. B．They dislike it but feel forced to accept it.
C．They accept its role in spreading new trends. D．They consider it essential for close friendships.
29．What does the underlined word “uniformity” probably mean
A．Sameness. B．Uniqueness. C．Popularity. D．Individuality.
30．What is necessary to keep true friendship in the digital age
A．Keeping private memories secret. B．Focusing on one’s online image.
C．Avoiding digital platforms completely. D．Making efforts beyond online self-promotion.
31．What’s the author’s attitude towards the future of social connections
A．Uncertain. B．Cautious. C．Indifferent. D．Negative.
When natural disasters occur — wildfires, floods, earthquakes, tsunamis — every minute counts. Today, advanced technology is reshaping how we predict (预测), monitor, and respond to disasters, saving countless lives and reducing damage worldwide. From artificial intelligence (AI) to drones (无人机) and robotics, technology is helping build a stronger planet.
Artificial intelligence processes millions of data points — weather patterns, soil wetness, earthquake activity, historical disaster records — to predict risks more correctly than ever before. Machine learning models predict wildfire paths, hurricane strength, and flood areas days in advance. In Japan, AI systems check early signs of earthquakes and give warnings seconds before shaking arrives, enough time for people to take cover. Google’s Crisis Response uses AI to map damaged areas and direct aid within hours of a disaster.
Drones fly into dangerous areas — burning forests, flooded cities, broken buildings — to take clear images, locate survivors, and check damage without risking human lives. Robotic dogs and snake-like robots move through the remains to find trapped people. Underwater drones examine damaged ports and oil rigs after storms.
Modern warning systems push real-time warnings to smartphones, radios, and TVs. In the U.S., the Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) system sends tsunami, hurricane, and wildfire warnings to every mobile phone in a danger area. In India, the National Disaster Management Authority uses SMS and app warnings to reach remote villages, cutting the warning delays (延误) from hours to minutes.
Scientists agree technology cannot stop natural disasters — but it can significantly reduce their impact. “We used to react to disasters; now we predict and prepare,” says Dr. Elena, a climate scientist at the University of California. “Technology gives us the time to act.” As climate change increases disaster frequency, these tools will become even more important for protecting lives and livelihoods worldwide.
32．What can be inferred about AI in Paragraph 2
A．It makes predictions based on big data.
B．It provides aid directly to damaged areas.
C．It reduces the number of natural disasters.
D．It prevents natural disasters from happening.
33．Why are the US and India mentioned in Paragraph 4
A．To stress the importance of mobile phones.
B．To compare different disasters in the two countries.
C．To introduce advanced technology developed there.
D．To prove the effectiveness of modern warning systems.
34．According to Dr. Elena, how can technology protect lives and livelihoods
A．By buying people time to prepare. B．By reacting quickly after disasters.
C．By replacing humans in rescue. D．By reducing the disaster frequency.
35．Which is the most suitable title for the text
A．Importance of Early Warning Systems
B．Development of Disaster Prevention Measures
C．Technology: A Safeguard against Natural Disasters
D．Drones and Robotics: A Tool for Locating Survivors
Ways You Can Help Protect Wildlife
Wildlife is important to keeping ecological balance, and a world where it exists only in history books and on dinner plates is not one we should desire. Protecting wildlife is not just the responsibility of conservationists, it’s a shared duty. Here are several ways you can contribute to safeguarding wildlife and ensuring a sustainable future for our planet. Volunteer for Wildlife Protection Projects
Giving your time to wildlife conservation efforts can make a tangible difference. 36 Whether it’s helping at local organizations or helping with global conservation efforts, your hands-on support can aid in protecting vulnerable (易受伤害的) species from being extinct. Reduce Plastic Waste
Plastic pollution is one of the biggest threats to wildlife, particularly marine animals. 37 You can help by reducing your use of single-use plastics, opting for reusable bags and bottles, and properly disposing of plastic waste. Supporting brands that use sustainable packaging also contributes to reducing plastic waste in our environment. Support Wildlife-Friendly Businesses
38 Choosing eco-friendly products and supporting businesses that prioritize (优先考虑) sustainable practices help protect wildlife habitats. Your buying choices can drive companies toward more sustainable operations. Beyond buying, you can equally empower yourself to start producing. 39
Raising awareness is a powerful tool for change. By sharing information about wildlife conservation on social media, you help educate others about the importance of protecting our planet’s biodiversity. Whether it’s posting articles, supporting campaigns, or engaging in discussions, spreading the word encourages more people to take action.
Protecting wildlife is not just about large-scale efforts. 40 There is no planet B — let’s ensure that future generations live in a world rich in biodiversity and thriving ecosystems.
A．Every buy we make has an impact.
B．It starts with small, everyday actions.
C．Spread awareness about endangered species
D．Share conservation messages with your friends
E．Every voice matters in the fight to save animals from extinction.
F．Birds, turtles, and fish often mistake plastic for food, leading to serious consequences.
G．Many organizations offer opportunities to participate in animal rescue and conservation research.
三、完形填空
As I entered the bright hall, I was surrounded by the murmur of voices and the sound of soft music. 20 years had passed since my high school graduation, but the sight of those 41 faces brought me back to my youth at once.
Dreamlike — That’s the best way to 42 my 20-year high school reunion. 43 and excited, I recognized many 44 . No one seemed to have 45 ! The women all looked nearly unchanged and so did the men. For a moment, I felt like I could almost smell the old posters on the classroom walls and taste the cafeteria lunches we used to share.
High school is a time full of 46 . It’s a period in life when you are trying to figure out who you are, or simply trying to fit in with others. There are 47 and there is plenty of stress, but here’s the thing: none of that 48 years later. It makes no difference whether you were popular or had straight A’s.
After two decades, none of that counts. Success isn’t 49 by the car that you drive or how much money you make. Success is what holds real 50 in your life — your happiness, your family and your relationships. Success means living 51 and leaving a positive mark on the world around you.
As I prepared to leave, I took one last look at this 52 . There’s a unique bond with teenage friends. You can 53 where you left off, even if it’s been 20 years. I’m grateful for the 54 formed in those years. I’ll see you all in 10 years, eager to hear the next chapter in everyone’s story and see where 55 takes us next.
41．A．similar B．familiar C．strange D．young
42．A．describe B．congratulate C．arrange D．ignore
43．A．Calm B．Confident C．Nervous D．Proud
44．A．neighbors B．leaders C．teachers D．classmates
45．A．hesitated B．improved C．worried D．aged
46．A．challenges B．chances C．wishes D．sadness
47．A．performances B．emergencies C．disagreements D．advantages
48．A．shows B．succeeds C．matters D．concludes
49．A．gained B．measured C．discovered D．respected
50．A．significance B．fortune C．command D．strength
51．A．silently B．comfortably C．bravely D．fully
52．A．team B．section C．circle D．crowd
53．A．hold on B．pick up C．get over D．take on
54．A．bonds B．habits C．promises D．dreams
55．A．history B．education C．life D．community
四、语法填空
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。
Along the coast of Quanzhou, Fujian Province, lies a small fishing village 56 women wear flowers like they wear jewelry. This is Xunpu, home to a unique tradition 57 (refer) to as Zanhuawei — the art of wearing flower wreaths (花环) as headdresses.
The tradition, 58 (date) back to the Tang Dynasty, 59 (believe) to have been influenced by Arab traders who brought exotic flowers along the Maritime Silk Road. For local women, these flowers are more than just 60 (decorate). They represent identity, status, and a deep connection to the sea. As an old saying goes — “Even if you have to sell your hair, you must still wear flowers.”
Every morning, Xunpu women begin their day by creating delicate flower designs. They skillfully make 61 (variety) fresh seasonal flowers 62 colorful wreaths, arranging them tightly around their hair buns. The brighter the flowers, the happier the occasion — red for celebrations, yellow for blessings, and white only for mourning.
What makes this practice 63 (true) remarkable is that it has survived modernization. While educated in cities, young Xunpu girls return home 64 (learn) this ancestral art from their mothers and grandmothers. In 2008, Zanhuawei was added to 65 national intangible cultural heritage list, ensuring that this “garden on the head” will boom for generations to come.
五、书信写作
66．你校英文报将举行“艺术与心理健康”主题征文活动。请结合下图写一篇短文投稿，内容要点如下:
1. 艺术对心理健康的好处;
2. 发出倡议。
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。
Art Lifts Spirits
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六、书面表达
67．阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。
“Class, we have an exciting project to talk about,” Mrs. Garcia said, “Our school is going to raise money for the big spring trip. And the third and fourth grades are going to put on a talent show!”
All the kids made sounds as if they thought a talent show was exciting news, except me. After school, I thought about the talent show and about me being the only one without any talents. I went to my mom and asked for her advice.
“Let’s see. You’re good at math, obviously. You’re really good at having new ideas. And you ask the most interesting questions,” she said. “Mom,” I reminded her. “None of these can be performed on a stage.” In the following days, I tried everything for the show but failed.
When the final rehearsal (排练) began, I walked into the hall and tried to hide, but Mrs. Garcia saw me. She whispered in Mrs. Rice’s ear, who nodded in agreement, and then called me over. “Clementine, you can keep us company during the rehearsal,” she said. So I had to sit between Mrs. Rice and Mrs. Garcia, right there at the side of the stage where all the kids could see me and know that I had no talent.
The first act was called Cartwheelers. Twelve kids lined up, six on each side of the stage. When I noticed there were no safety mats (垫子), I ran into the gym, pulled out a mat, and placed it on the floor in front of the stage. Then I got some kids to help me. Pretty soon, we had all the mats piled up (堆起). Mrs. Rice gave me a thumbs-up. I didn’t even get a chance to sit down again for the rest of the afternoon because everybody needed my help for something. Finally, after everyone practiced their acts, I went over to Mrs. Rice, who showed me her watch and then called out, “Take your places, everyone. Five minutes to ShowTime!”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。
Just then, Mrs. Garcia got a phone call — her daughter was having a baby.
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At the end, when Mrs. Rice went onstage to thank everyone, I thought my job was done — until she said my name.
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参考答案
题号 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
答案 C B A A C A B B C C
题号 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
答案 B A C B B C A C B A
题号 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
答案 C D D A D C A B A D
题号 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40
答案 B A D A C G F A D B
题号 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50
答案 B A C D D A C C B A
题号 51 52 53 54 55
答案 D D B A C
1．C
【原文】W: Are you free on Saturday evening We are having a party for Jimmy’s graduation.
M: Let me check. I’ve got a conference at 4 that should last about an hour and a half. I can come right after that.
2．B
【详解】M: How’s life treating you
W: Pretty busy. I’m training hard for the upcoming marathon in our city. And you
M: Well, I’m busy with some reports during the day and dance classes at night.
3．A
【原文】W: Can you drive at top speed, please I have a flight to catch at 2:30.
M: I’m afraid traffic at this time of day is heavy. You should take the subway.
4．A
【原文】M: If you are interested in gymnastics, the university has an outstanding team.
W: I can’t even climb the stairs without having to stop and catch my breath.
5．C
【原文】W: Have you handed in your monthly report yet
M: No, I haven’t. I was planning to hand it in tomorrow.
W: Well, the monthly report is supposed to be handed in by lunch.
M: I’m sorry. I didn’t know that. I’ll do it right away.
6．A 7．B
【原文】M: Hey, Katherine, I’m going to grab some coffee. Do you want one
W: Yes, please! I really need some — I’m so sleepy.
M: The café downstairs has a special promotion, 20% off. You can check the menu on your phone.
W: OK, cool. Just get me a large Americano with two sugar packets on the side, please. The original price is 10 dollars.
M: Large Americano, two sugars — got it. Anything else
W: Could you also grab me a cake It’s the same price as the Americano.
M: No problem.
8．B 9．C 10．C
【原文】W: Hi, George! I didn’t expect to see you here. Are you selling furniture now
M: No, Chloe. My friend and I are starting our own business, and I’m here to buy some office tables and chairs.
W: That’s great! What kind of business
M: We design clothing for customers.
W: So you quit selling cars, right
M: Yeah, I just couldn’t see myself doing that forever.
W: But do you know anything about clothing design I remember you majored in marketing in college.
M: Well, my friend has been in the field for over a decade, and we make a great team.
W: I really admire you! I’ve been wanting to write a book for a long time, but I just haven’t had the courage to start.
11．B 12．A 13．C
【原文】M: What a great city! It’s as beautiful as Amsterdam.
W: I think I’m going to like it, too. Can we just drive around before we check into a hotel
M: Sure. While in Amsterdam, I phoned ahead to make a reservation at a hotel on Gother Street. It’s in the center of the city.
W: Good! I hope it’s not too far from the shopping district. I didn’t buy that much in Amsterdam, so I have some extra money to spend here.
M: Look at all the parks. It’s wonderful to see how clean and green these European cities are. And look! There’s the Royal Factory. It has been making world-class silk for hundreds of years.
W: I see. And what’s over there Look at all the people!
M: That’s the Central Station next to the Central Garden. The Central Garden is famous around the world as an amusement park.
W: Will we have time to go there
M: Of course! We’re on vacation, remember
14．B 15．B 16．C
【原文】W: Oh, check out that piece on the table! It’s stunning!
M: That’s actually a gold cup from the Tang Dynasty — probably used by the wealthy.
W: I saw a silver soup bowl earlier. Do you think this one was used for tea
M: Probably not. It was mainly used for drinking wine, especially during toasts with people of higher status.
W: So it was a kind of status symbol
M: Exactly! And surprisingly, it’s considered even more valuable today than it was back then.
W: Why’s that
M: Well, only a few gold cups like this still exist in the world.
W: Amazing! Jim, could you take a picture of me pretending to drink from it
M: Sorry, dear, but photography isn’t allowed in this museum.
W: Oh, right. Maybe I’ll buy a postcard of that gold cup from the souvenir shop later.
M: That’s a good idea.
W: Come on, let’s go and see what else they have here.
17．A 18．C 19．B 20．A
【详解】
Take care of your plants. They may scream if you treat them badly, according to an article published in a magazine in Cell. Plants can make sounds when they are stressed. Plants interact with insects and other animals all the time, and many of these insects and animals use sounds for communication, so it would be very inconvenient for plants not to use sounds at all. Lilach Hadany told BBC science focus. With this in mind, the research team started by recording plants sounds. They divided the plants into three groups. One group wasn’t watered for five days, another group had the stems cut off and the last group remained untouched. The microphones caught sounds at a frequency of 40 to 80 kilohertz from the first two groups. The sounds grew louder and louder during the five days of water stress. They then began to decline as the plants dried out. The researchers haven’t yet discovered how the sounds are made. After the experiment, the team gathered the data and made software that could tell how plants feel it could be useful for farmers in monitoring the conditions of their crops.
41．B 42．A 43．C 44．D 45．D 46．A 47．C 48．C 49．B 50．A 51．D 52．D 53．B 54．A 55．C
56．where 57．referred 58．dating 59．is believed 60．decorations 61．various/varied 62．into 63．truly 64．to learn 65．the
66． Art Lifts Spirits
As we can see in the picture, drawing an apple with a pencil brings peace and focus. Art, in fact, is a powerful helper for our mental health.
It lets us express feelings that are hard to put into words, calms our busy minds, and gives us a sense of achievement. When creating art, we forget stress and find inner joy.
Let’s pick up a brush, pen or crayon! Spend 10 minutes a day on simple art—drawing, coloring or doodling. It will lift our spirits and keep our minds healthy.
67．范文：
Just then, Mrs. Garcia got a phone call — her daughter was having a baby. After a quick word with Mrs. Rice, she rushed off at lightning speed. Then Mrs. Rice turned to me and said, “Now you have to be my assistant.” And that’s when I realized I didn’t have a worried feeling anymore. Instead, I had a proud feeling, like the sun was rising inside my chest. The feeling stayed with me all through the rest of the show. And no matter what went wrong, Mrs. Rice and I just fixed it. When the last act was over, the audience kept smiling and clapping.
At the end, when Mrs. Rice went onstage to thank everyone, I thought my job was done — until she said my name. “And a special thanks to our backstage manager, Clementine, whose quick thinking and tireless help made this show run smoothly!” she announced. A wave of applause washed over me. In that moment, I understood what my mom meant. My talent wasn’t for performing on the stage; it was for seeing what needed to be done and making it happen. The rising sun inside my chest burst into a full, warm glow. I finally had my place in the spotlight, just not the one I had originally imagined.

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