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2025-2026学年度第二学期6月阶段性考试高二英语试题
一、阅读理解
A
Admission Guidelines for Yale School of Art
Admission to Yale’s MFA program is for the fall term only, annually. Preliminary (初步的) admission decisions and finalist notification will be sent in early February. Offers of admission are sent in early March. To apply for more than one area of concentration, separate applications and supporting documentation must be submitted.
Deadline: The application for academic year 2027 — 2028 will open in October 2026. Take time to prepare, review, and revise application materials, get familiar with the system, and request letters and report cards in advance. The application will be due Saturday, January 9, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time.
Instructions for All Applicants
Follow all instructions carefully to ensure that your application is viewed to your best advantage. For an explanation of specific requirements for each area of study, please refer to the departmental sections that follow.
Submit the following materials to complete your application:
Application form: Open from early October until the early January deadline.
Fee: Follow payment instructions at https://apply.art.yale.edu/apply/ to submit your $100 non-refundable fee. Yale School of Art practices “need-blind admission”, as such fee waivers (费用减免) are not available.
Statement: A one-page statement addressing your current practice, interests, influences, and/ or lived experiences relative to the subject matter of your work and research, and goals for graduate study. Applicants to the Painting/ Printmaking program should make reference in their statements to the “representative work” in the portfolio (作品集); this is not critical for the other programs.
Recommendations: Letters from three references, ideally who are practicing or teaching in your area of interest. It is recommended to seek letters of support from those familiar with your practice, community values, and potential for growth in Yale’s MFA program.
Report cards: An undergraduate academic report card showing dates of attendance, coursework, and grades from your degree-issuing institution. Junior or community college report cards are not necessary to include when submitting report cards.
1. When will the application for the MFA program be closed
A．In early October 2026.
B．In early March 2027.
C．In early February 2027.
D．In early January, 2027.
2. What should applicants know about the application fee
A．It’s refundable if the application fails.
B．It should be paid via the specified website.
C．It offers a discount for multiple concentrations.
D．It’s waivable depending on the financial situation.
3. What’s special about the Painting/ Printmaking program’s statement
A．Mentioning the typical work.
B．Setting goals for graduate study.
C．Focusing on community values and growth.
D．Describing undergraduate coursework and grades.
B
Ladakh, in the trans-Himalayas, with its vast, uninhabited and stunning landscapes, has fascinated me since my first visit 20 years ago. In 2011, my fifth time in Ladakh, the region’s raw beauty held an entirely different pull — one that seemed to hum with an ancient energy, a force I hadn’t noticed before.
In the very bones of the land lay a collection of prehistoric carvings known as petroglyphs, the only remains of prehistoric human presence in the area. Seeing these carvings, I couldn’t shake the feeling that I was witnessing something far deeper than I had imagined. There was an urgency to document them, as centuries-old carvings were being destroyed under the pressures of development. As a mountain enthusiast always seeking adventures, this attractive art drew me in, like a moth to a flame, beginning a decade-long journey of discovery and documentation.
These markings were not just carvings on rock but reflections of an ancient culture we know little about. Despite tough living conditions, these hunter-gatherers still found ways to convey their beliefs and observations through highly stylized forms, reflecting the deep artistic desire that has always been a part of the human — long before the rise of civilized society. As artist and anthropologist Desmond Morris put it, “It is as if the human species were incapable of being artless regardless of material circumstances.”
To bring these open-air art galleries to a wider audience, I wanted to create something that had not been attempted before by using specialized photography techniques with my focus being on distribution, styles and creative range. It was no small matter, given the vastness of Ladakh, my ambition to capture art from every region, the limited windows of opportunity, and the harsh conditions I faced. Not to mention, all my trips were personally funded. When the book — Speaking Stones: Rock Art of Ladakh — was named a finalist for the Banff Mountain Book Award in 2024, I was honored, but the recognition was secondary. My true reward was a deeper connection with time and nature through a vast unbroken string, binding us all together.
4. What drove the author to document the petroglyphs
A．The threat of regional progress.
B．The appeal of amazing scenery.
C．A search for thrilling experiences.
D．A childhood bond with ancient art.
5. What can we learn from Morris’s quote in paragraph 3
A．Art is the mirror of nature.
B．Art inspires human wisdom.
C．Art is deeply rooted in humans.
D．Art can’t exist without materials.
6. Which can best describe the process of creating the book
A．Systematic.
B．Brain-tearing.
C．Painstaking.
D．Eventful.
7. Which of the following can be a suitable title for the text
A．Tasting the Past: The Analysis of Petroglyph
B．Written in Stone: Ladakh’s Timeless Artistry
C．Guarding the Rocks: A Saver of Ladakh’s Heritage
D．Carved by Time: A Record of Himalayan Geography
C
Researchers have long been interested in how humans and animals make decisions by focusing on trial-and-error behavior informed by recent information. However, the conventional frameworks for understanding these behaviors may overlook certain realities of decision-making because they assume we make the best decisions after taking into account our past experiences.
One new study uses AI in innovative ways to better understand this process. By using tiny artificial neural networks, the researchers’ work illuminates in detail what drives an individual’s actual choices.
“Instead of assuming how brains should learn in bettering our decisions, we developed an alternative approach to discover how individual brains actually learn to make decisions,” explains Mattar, a professor in New York University. “This approach functions like a detective, uncovering how decisions are actually made by animals and humans. By using tiny neural networks — small enough to be understood but powerful enough to catch complex behavior — we’ve discovered decision-making strategies that scientists have overlooked for decades.”
“Large neural networks used in AI are very good at predicting things,” says Benna, a professor at UC San Diego’s School. “For example, they can predict which movie you would like to watch next. However, it is very challenging to describe simply what strategies these complex machine learning models use to make their predictions — such as why they think you will like one movie more than another one. By training the simplest versions of these AI models to predict animals’ choices and analyzing their dynamics using methods from physics, we can throw light on their inner workings in more easily understandable terms.”
Understanding how animals and humans learn from experience to make decisions is not only a primary goal in the sciences, but, more broadly, useful in the fields of business, government, and technology. However, existing models of this process, because they are aimed at describing optimal (最佳的) decision-making, often fail to get realistic behavior.
“Just as studying individual differences in physical characteristics has revolutionized medicine, understanding individual differences in decision-making strategies could transform our approach to mental health and cognitive function,” concludes Mattar.
8. What can be inferred about traditional decision-making models
A．They are consistent with real-life decision behavior.
B．They pay much attention to individual differences.
C．They tend to ignore choices that are not the best ones.
D．They draw on AI-based methods in decision making.
9. What is special about the new study
A．Using tiny neural networks.
B．Analyzing past experiences.
C．Predicting movie preferences.
D．Revisiting conventional frameworks.
10. What does Benna mean concerning large neural networks
A．They lack predictive accuracy.
B．Their strategies are hard to interpret.
C．They outperform tiny networks in research.
D．They revolutionize decision-making studies.
11. What is Mattar’s attitude towards the new research
A．Cautiously skeptical.
B．Indifferently neutral.
C．Strongly supportive.
D．Mildly critical.
D
For too long, we have held a narrow and biased view of nature, seeing it as something separate from our urban lives — something to be visited in natural parks or distant wilderness. We pass by the moss in a crack or the algae in a gutter (水沟) with indifference, even disgust. However, cities are not empty of life but are unique, lively ecosystems, and recognizing this should allow us to redefine what it means to be a naturalist in the modern world.
Within ordinary urban landscapes, life displays extraordinary toughness and creativity. Plants and microorganisms not only survive but grow well in the heat and pollution of city gutters. Urban animals have also developed smart behaviors: Japanese crows use cars to crack nuts, and Australian cockatoos open trash bins for food. Furthermore, cities drive physical changes in their residents. Some lizards have developed stickier feet to better hold on smooth man-made surfaces. This concrete “jungle” is thus not a biological desert but a dynamic, human-made ecosystem, representing a fascinating new chapter in the story of life on our planet.
Therefore, the old image of a naturalist — a professional in remote wilds — is outdated. Academic papers and online courses make biology and ecology procurable to munity labs and nature clubs enable ordinary people to do research with microscopes and other simple tools. When we accept the city as a real ecosystem, we allow everyone to become a “community scientist”.
For those feeling disconnected from nature in cities, there’s a new way: just stay curious and notice the ignored ecological corners, and city life may be filled with new surprises and joys. You don’t need to be a professional scientist — anyone can be a naturalist-explorer in the urban wilderness.
12. What phenomenon does the author point out in Paragraph 1
A．Naturalists need professional training.
B．City residents overlook nearby nature.
C．People favor wilderness over urban life.
D．Ecologists redefine biased nature concepts.
13. How does the author show cities are lively ecosystems
A．By criticizing current opinions.
B．By suggesting new research findings.
C．By giving examples of organism adaptation.
D．By comparing biodiversity from different habitats.
14. What does the underlined word “procurable” in paragraph 3 mean
A．Suitable.
B．Comfortable.
C．Reasonable.
D．Accessible.
15. What idea does the author aim to challenge in the passage
A．Naturalists are limited to professionals.
B．Evolution mainly exists in wild nature.
C．Urbanization damages the environment.
D．City holds a distinct and dynamic ecology.
七选五
Meetings are a key way to get yourself noticed. When you “hold your own” in a meeting, you show that you’re confident, and this can mark you out as a future leader. 16 ______ So no matter how many great ideas you have in your head, they’re useless to you, your team, and your organization until you express them. Here is the guide to getting your voice heard at meetings.
Come prepared. Have some talking points planned out before you express your idea. Practice with a trusted colleague who can help you iron out any problems. Imagine the possible reactions people might have to your idea. 17 ______ What are some questions that might come up in response to your idea How will you answer those questions
Get to the point. Engage people in the main points of the idea, then dive into the details. When you start strong you’ll give them a reason to continue listening. 18 ______ people are overwhelmed with numerous things to do at work. While the eight second attention span may be a myth, people certainly appreciate brevity (简短) now more than ever.
19 ______ People lose interest when they’re listening to a long talk. Invite them to be a part of your idea. Organize your argument in a way that makes them want to ask questions and learn more. When you give them time to ask questions, they’ll be more interested, attentive, and engaged. The more you can engage them, the more they’ll truly listen.
Have confidence in yourself. The more you believe in yourself, the more that shows through when you express an idea. People can hear the confidence in your voice when you speak and see it in your body language. If you allow yourself to think that you’re nervous, you’ll convince yourself to be. Fight nerves by taking a few moments to stand in a power pose. 20 ______
A．Time is precious.
B．Make it a conversation.
C．Speak with elegance and intention.
D．Unluckily, your colleagues can’t read minds.
E．It gives you time to quiet your mind and focus.
F．Look at it from as many other perspectives as possible.
G．This is how you show value and make a positive impression.
二、完形填空
Six days of spring rain had created a raging river running by Nancy Brown’s farm. As she tried to herd her cows to higher ground, she 21______ and hit her head on a fallen tree trunk. The fall knocked her out for a moment or two. When she came to, Lizzie, one of her oldest and favorite cows, was 22______ her face. The water was 23______. Nancy got up and began walking slowly with Lizzie. The water was now waist high. Nancy’s 24______ got slower and slower. Finally, all she could do was to 25______ her arm around Lizzie’s neck and try to 26______. About 20 minutes later, Lizzie managed to successfully 27______ herself and Nancy out of the raging water and onto a bit of high land, a small island now in the middle of acres of 28______ water.
29______ it was about noon, the sky was so dark and the rain and lightning so bad that it took 30______ another two hours to discover Nancy. A helicopter lowered an ambulance man, who 31______ Nancy to a life-support hoist. They raised her into the helicopter and took her to the school gym where the Red Cross had set up an emergency 32______.
When the flood went down two days later, Nancy 33______ went back to the “island”. Lizzie was 34______. She was one of 19 cows that Nancy lost. “I owe my life to her” said Nancy 35______.
21. A．rose B．slipped C．succeeded D．stayed
22. A．licking B．biting C．poisoning D．tearing
23. A．approaching B．flowing C．rising D．changing
24. A．minute B．heartbeat C．breath D．pace
25. A．stretch B．throw C．feel D．bend
26. A．come along B．pull through C．run away D．hang on
27. A．pull B．seize C．direct D．carry
28. A．pure B．still C．white D．frozen
29. A．Even though B．Now that C．As if D．Ever since
30. A．relatives B．rescuers C．doctors D．farmers
31. A．invited B．pinned C．assigned D．attached
32. A．shelter B．system C．meeting D．business
33. A．gradually B．suddenly C．occasionally D．immediately
34. A．spotted B．gone C．trapped D．injured
35. A．eagerly B．regretfully C．sobbingly D．hesitantly
三、语法填空
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(一个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。
Legend has 36______ that tofu was discovered by a health-conscious Chinese prince named Liu An more than 2,000 years ago when he 37______ (make) an elixir (丹药). He realized that soy milk left in certain conditions coagulated (凝固) and developed a pudding-like substance and that was the beginning of tofu.
It’s 38______ (universal) believed that Buddhist monks visiting China brought tofu back to neighbouring countries like Japan. 39______ East Asia has been eating tofu for more than 1,000 years, it took a lot longer for it to catch on globally. Benjamin Franklin, one of the United State’s founding fathers, wrote a letter 40______ some soy beans attached while he was in London, praising it as a “Chinese cheese” in 1770. The letter was one of the earliest documents on record 41______ mentioned tofu in the West. Li Shizeng, 42______ enthusiast for tofu, is often credited with making tofu a more widely accepted food outside of Asia. It’s said that he was first sent by the Chinese government to attend a French military school. He ended up 43______ (study) at the agricultural school in Montargis and becoming 44______ (passion) about promoting tofu in France.
Nowadays, tofu 45______ (serve) in a modern way. In many fine restaurants, the menu is designed around its textures. The dishes and ingredients change according to the seasons.
四、书信写作
假定你是李华，你校上周末组织了高二学生青春诗朗诵（Poetry Recitation of Youth）。请给你的笔友Tom写一封邮件介绍此次活动，内容包括：
1. 活动目的；
2. 活动内容；
3. 你的感触。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80词左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Tom,
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Yours,
Li Hua
五、读后续写
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。
It had rained for three days without stopping. The wind blew hard, and the river nearby rose higher and higher until it rushed into the streets. The water was strong and dark, carrying away trees and cars. People could only watch from far away as the flood destroyed their beautiful town. It was a frightening time that no one would ever forget.
Finally, the scary flood went away. But for people in the town, the silence it left behind was even louder than the roaring water. Many lost their beloved houses. Jeremy was one of them. His house was now nothing more than a pile of ruins. The front steps he used to jump off as a boy were gone. And more painfully, the kitchen wall, marked with pencil lines recording his height every year, was buried under broken bricks and mud. Everything that made it a “home” had disappeared, leaving only a cold, gray emptiness.
Before the storm, Jeremy's house was a wonderful place. It was a warm brick house with a pretty garden full of yellow sunflowers and red roses. Inside, the rooms were always bright and smelled like his mother’s homemade cookies. For fifteen years,this house had been their world. It was where his family celebrated birthdays and shared happy stories.
“We can rebuild the walls, son,” Jeremy’s father said softly to him. “But we can’t bring back the stories these walls told. A home is more than just a building; it’s the memories it held.”
Emma, Jeremy’s best friend, was gifted in painting and felt Jeremy’s sadness as if it were her own. She felt a strong desire to help him. Though she didn’t have bricks to build a house, she had a different kind of power — a brush that could capture the soul of what was lost.
注意：
1.续写词数应为150个左右。
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Emma decided to paint Jeremy's house.
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Jeremy carefully took the painting from Emma.
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一、阅读理解
1.D 2.B 3.A
4.A 5.C 6.C 7.B
8.C 9.A 10.B 11.C
12.B 13.C 14.D 15.A
七选五
16.D 17.F 18.A 19.B 20.E
二、完形填空
21.B 22.A 23.C 24.D 25.B
26.D 27.A 28.C 29.A 30.B
31.D 32.A 33.D 34.B 35.C
三、语法填空
36.it
37.was making
38.universally
39.Although/Though/While
40.with
41.that
42.an
43.studying
44.passionate
45.is served
四、书信写作参考范文
Dear Tom,
How is everything going I’m writing to tell you about the Poetry Recitation of Youth held in our school last weekend.
This activity aimed to inspire us to appreciate poetry and show youthful spirit. Many Grade Two students took part. Some recited classic poems while others shared original works, accompanied by soft music.
Deeply moved, I realized poetry can record our feelings and brighten our daily life.
Looking forward to your reply.
Yours,
Li Hua
五、读后续写参考范文
Emma decided to paint Jeremy's house. She went to the ruins early the next morning, observing every leftover trace carefully. She recalled Jeremy’s descriptions of sunflowers in the garden, the marked kitchen wall and warm kitchen full of cookie smell. She spent the whole weekend painting, mixing soft warm colors to bring back the lost house, filling the canvas with all their sweet memories.
Jeremy carefully took the painting from Emma. Staring at the familiar house and bright garden on the paper, tears rolled down his cheeks. All his lost memories came alive again. He gave Emma a tight hug, saying this painting meant more than any new building. Though the real house was gone, the precious memories would stay forever in this wonderful painting.

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