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2025-2026学年高三下学期5月阶段检测英语试题
一、阅读理解
A
University of Colorado Boulder’s 150th Anniversary
Have a suggestion to help celebrate University of Colorado Boulder’s 150th anniversary
Help make our 150th year a huge celebration! If you have a suggestion — big or small — that highlights CU Boulder’s history, community or future, you can apply for funding to bring it to life.The 150th Initiative Fund is open to current students, faculty (教师) and staff, and supports projects like:
● Events or programs that engage broad audiences, including students, alumni (校友), campus partners and community members.
● Creative storytelling or displays.
● Academic, cultural, artistic or experiential ideas.
● Anything that helps make our 150th anniversary more special, inclusive and impactful.
Don’t have a suggestion but know a department, student organization, colleague or creative friend who does Encourage them to apply!
For questions regarding the 150th Initiative Fund or application process, contact ryan.chreist@colorado.edu.
Application timelines
There will be two application periods:
● The Summer 2026 application window is now open and will close on June 28, 2026. Applicants will be notified by late July if they have received funding.
● The Winter 2026 application window will open at the beginning of November 2026.
Review and selection process
Proposals will be evaluated on their relevance to 150th anniversary celebration goals, how innovative and practical they are and the initiative’s potential to reach and engage the campus community. Those reviewing the applications include a wide-ranging group of professors, staff, students, alumni and shared governance representatives.
We’re part of something big. Apply Now!
1. Who is qualified to apply for the 150th Initiative Fund
A．Graduates of CU Boulder.
B．Current students and staff.
C．Local community members.
D．Creative artists and storytellers.
2. What will be considered during the review process
A．Budget and time needed.
B．Originality and workability.
C．Connection to local businesses.
D．Applicants’ academic background.
3. What is the purpose of the text
A．To explain how to apply for university.
B．To introduce the history of a university.
C．To invite ideas for a school anniversary.
D．To report on a funding program’s success.
B
In April 2022, Andreas Graf left his home in Norway. He was 31 years old and had a good life — a career, a partner, and a comfortable apartment. However, to review past life in a new perspective, he finally set off for India as his initial destination.
The first few months were difficult. Andreas felt lonely, but later he understood it was something deeper. He admitted he was hungry for an adventure and wanted to chase some mountains and meet people, being independent and free. “I have built my identity from my job and the roles in my family. Then I let go of all of them, which is the hardest part of my journey,” he explains.
When Andreas reached India, which was his original goal, he decided to keep going. He dreamed of cycling around the world. Over the next three years, he travelled through Asia, Australia, New Zealand, South America, and Africa. He crossed deserts in Australia and the Sahara, where temperatures reached 51℃. The wind and sand were terrible, and he often questioned his decision. But he also experienced moments of deep peace, especially in the Australian outback.
One special moment happened when Andreas turned 33. His mother had died at that age, so this birthday was very emotional. He felt both sadness for his mother and gratitude for the amazing life he was living. This experience changed him. “I used to be career-focused,” he says. “Now my priorities are different.”
After three years and eight months, Andreas finally returned home. He had cycled 55,000 kilometers across five continents and 50 countries. He looked like Robinson Crusoe with a long beard, but he was happy.
Now Andreas has a new perspective on life. He no longer wants to sit in front of a screen all day. His adventure taught him to face his fears and appreciate simple things. Although the journey was physically and mentally challenging, it completely transformed him. As he says, “Change is a constant companion on the road.”
4. Why did Andreas decide to cycle to India originally
A．To find a new career.
B．To reevaluate his life.
C．To set a world record.
D．To make a living abroad.
5. What troubled Andreas most during the first few months
A．The loneliness on the road.
B．The uncertainty about his route.
C．The physical tiredness from cycling.
D．The feeling of losing his former self.
6. What occurred to Andreas after turning 33
A．He shifted away from his career-driven life.
B．He missed his mother much more.
C．He planned to cycle across more deserts.
D．He wanted to write a book about his trip.
7. What message does the author want to convey through Andreas’s story
A．Face the changes in life bravely.
B．Simplicity brings brief happiness.
C．Family ties shape our life choices.
D．See the world in a variety of ways.
C
Although Shakespeare never used the words “ecology” or “environmentalism” in his plays, he was thinking about nature in ways that still matter today. He wrote during a time when early capitalism and global trade were changing how people viewed the natural world. His plays show that he understood nature’s limits and the dangers of trying to control it completely.
One way Shakespeare shows ecological awareness is through weather. He lived during a period of unusual cooling, and his characters often complain about strange seasons. In A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Titania describes how the seasons have become mixed up — spring, summer and autumn no longer follow their normal patterns. Today, these words remind us of climate change and extreme weather.
Shakespeare also witnessed environmental problems caused by population growth. As London expanded, demand for wood increased. Trees were cut down to build houses and theaters, and to fuel new industries like iron-making and glass production. This led to England’s first major deforestation crisis. When wood became too expensive, people turned to coal, which was cheaper but caused more pollution. Through Shakespeare’s eyes, we see the beginning of the shift to fossil fuels that has led to today’s climate crisis.
At the same time, deforestation encouraged early efforts to protect nature. Some ancient trees were given names to save them from being cut down. New farming methods, mentioned in plays like As You Like It, helped improve soil health and food production. Shakespeare also noticed the overfishing of herrings and cod, which warns us about the need to protect ocean life today.
Perhaps the most serious environmental threat in Shakespeare’s plays is war. The production of weapons required iron and gunpowder, which led to more deforestation and pollution. Government officials even took animal waste from farmers to make gunpowder, causing conflicts between environmental needs and military demands.
Shakespeare shows us how economic growth, national power and environmental protection often come into conflict. His plays remind us that these problems are not new — and that we still face similar choices today.
8. Why is A Midsummer Night’s Dream mentioned in paragraph 2
A．To introduce a mythical character.
B．To illustrate a historical climate event.
C．To describe the patterns of the seasons.
D．To show Shakespeare’s literary creativity.
9. Why did people turn to coal in Shakespeare’s time
A．It was cleaner.
B．It was cheaper.
C．It was easier to get.
D．It was richer in energy.
10. What was Shakespeare’s attitude towards environmental problems
A．Concerned.
B．Dismissive.
C．Optimistic.
D．Cautious.
11. What can we infer about environmental issues from Shakespeare’s plays
A．They have been ignored for centuries.
B．They are more serious today than before.
C．They are deeply rooted in human history.
D．They are fictional in the early literary works.
D
Dogs have been “man’s best friend” for thousands of years, which might seem long enough to understand them well. However, a new study from Arizona State University’s dog science lab suggests we may not be reading our dogs’ emotions as accurately as we believe.
According to animal behavior researchers Holly Molinaro and Clive Wynne, our interpretation of dog feelings can be clouded by our own mood. Their earlier study this year revealed that owners’ viewpoints of dog emotions are often biased by circumstances. For instance, people tend to assume their dogs are happier at the park than during bath time, regardless of the actual cues (提示) their furry friends are giving off.
“Even though people think they know what their dog is feeling, we found that they judge the dog’s emotions based on the situation,” Molinaro explained.
Building on this, Molinaro and Wynne’s new study explores another influencing factor: the person’s own emotional state. They asked 300 university students to evaluate videos of dogs displaying objectively positive, neutral, or negative emotions. To eliminate environmental influence, the backgrounds were blacked out.
In the first experiment, participants were primed (引导) into positive, neutral, or negative moods using images unrelated to animals — a method proven effective in psychology studies. While this priming influenced participants’ self-reported emotions, it surprisingly did not affect their opinions of the dogs’ emotional states.
For the second experiment, the researchers created species-specific priming materials: images of dogs selected from the Open Affective Standardized Image Set. This successfully induced (诱发) moods, but produced puzzling results. Participants primed for positive emotions tended to rate dogs as sadder, while those in negative moods rated dogs as happier than they actually were.
These findings suggest our biases in reading dog emotions are even more complex than initially assumed. “In the United States alone, there are estimated 80 million dogs. We’re working hard to help people and their dogs have the best lives together,” Wynne said.
Taking time to understand and meet dogs’ needs improves chances of raising secure, adaptable pets. Research like this could enhance animal welfare and aid efforts to rehabilitate aggressive, anxious, or stressed dogs.
12. What does the new research find
A．Longer bath time makes dogs feel unhappy.
B．Owners can read dogs’ emotions accurately.
C．Situations impact owners’ emotion judgments.
D．Dogs show different feelings in different places.
13. How did researchers conduct the two experiments
A．By observing dogs in different environments.
B．By comparing owners’ reports with video analysis.
C．By introducing moods and evaluating dog videos.
D．By surveying dog owners about their pets’ behavior.
14. What does the underlined word “rehabilitate” in the last paragraph probably mean
A．Appreciate.
B．Avoid.
C．Raise.
D．Calm.
15. What can be the best title of the text
A．Dogs Show Clear Emotions
B．Dogs Are Not Always Friendly
C．How to Make Dogs Feel Happy
D．Why We Misread Dogs’ Emotions
七选五
Today marks the beginning of your journey. I want to talk about a painting that shows a journey we: Winslow Homer’s Old Mill, also known as The Morning Bell. What I love about this painting is its ambiguity (模糊) — it doesn’t give easy answers. ____16____ Some historical facts can help us understand it better. Homer painted it in 1871, a time when new technologies like electric power and the telephone were appearing. ____17____ It was a changeable age, when industries and ways of life transformed almost overnight.
Now, look at the painting with fresh eyes. What do you see Perhaps a woman standing at the edge of a new world. She faces both uncertainty and opportunity, unsure of her future.
The period in Old Mill is similar to our own time. We are living in the digital age. ____18____ Social media promises connection but often leaves us feeling more alone.
What does this mean for you, starting your college years What does it mean for universities like Yale, as people question the purpose of higher education Like the woman in the painting, we cannot predict the future. We don’t have all the answers — no one does, not even ChatGPT.
____19____ We have curiosity, courage, and compassion. We have humility, open-mindedness, and respect for each other’s dignity. These qualities form the foundation of a strong learning community — one that not only survives difficulties but grows stronger from them.
You have the chance to prepare for whatever comes next. ____20____ These include the ability to think critically, ask questions, and respect different views, which last through time and technology.
A．Instead, it invites us to ask questions.
B．But we do have tools to face this moment.
C．It marks the beginning of a journey for each of you.
D．That’s what stands the tests of both time and technology.
E．These inventions would completely change work and society.
F．Artificial intelligence is changing how we work, learn, and connect.
G．In a changing world, the skills you gain will help you adapt and succeed.
二、完形填空
As a nature photographer, I often work outside in the wild. What I ____21____ most is observing animals in their natural ____22____.
My favorite place is Banff National Park. Famous for its wildlife, Banff is especially ____23____ for its bears. These powerful animals can live up to 30 years and ____24____ as much as 300 kilograms. ____25____, they can run at about 64 kilometres per hour and are also excellent swimmers.
Last spring, I ____26____ a path through a dark forest. When I came out of the trees, I was ____27____ by the view. An eagle flew over snow-capped mountains, ____28____ in a peaceful lake below. While I was busy ____29____ the scene, I suddenly felt I was being ____30____. Slowly turning around, I ____31____. Only metres away stood a bear, staring at me. Time seemed to stand ____32____. My legs were shaking, but I ____33____ myself to press the button. Fortunately, a second later, the bear ran back into the forest. When I ____34____ the shock, I realized I had captured the moment in a single image.
I often look at that ____35____. It reminds me to show respect for all animals. After all, we are the visitors to their world.
21. A．need B．enjoy C．worry D．wonder
22. A．habitat B．competition C．light D．selection
23. A．ready B．suitable C．celebrated D．dangerous
24. A．measure B．carry C．weigh D．gain
25. A．Pitifully B．Secretly C．Bravely D．Surprisingly
26. A．created B．cleaned C．missed D．followed
27. A．annoyed B．amazed C．bored D．relieved
28. A．reflected B．recognized C．stuck D．absorbed
29. A．painting B．describing C．photographing D．memorizing
30. A．cheated B．watched C．disturbed D．judged
31. A．calmed B．understood C．cried D．froze
32. A．still B．alone C．quiet D．firm
33. A．warned B．forced C．invited D．allowed
34. A．suffered from B．fitting into C．digging into D．recovered from
35. A．park B．bear C．photo D．path
三、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。
A small idea between two friends has now become one of Lancaster’s biggest festivals. Josh Leung and Percy Lee, both from Hong Kong, ____36____ (study) at Lancaster University seven years ago. Inspired by the city’s ____37____ (warm), they wanted to give something back.
Every year, they organise a Chinese New Year celebration. Attracted by the colourful parades and lanterns, thousands of people now join the event. Josh said he remembers falling in love with the city ____38____ (immediate) when he landed on the city. Percy added that the friendly community reminded him of Hong Kong.
Determined to share their culture, the pair began decorating the streets ____39____ hundreds of traditional lanterns in 2022. Since then, the festival ____40____ (grow) quickly. This year, they have a team of seven young Chinese students helping with the preparations. The celebration includes dragon parades, kung-fu shows, and workshops on calligraphy and opera mask painting.
____41____ makes this festival special is that it brings everyone together — not just the Chinese community. Encouraged by the positive feedback, Josh and Percy plan ____42____ (make) it even better next year. For them, seeing the smiles on people’s faces is the ____43____ (good) reward.
The organisers hope that more people will come and enjoy ____44____ rich Chinese culture. ____45____ (excite) about the future, they believe Lancaster’s celebration shows that even smaller cities can host great international events.
四、书信写作
46. 你校广播站拟开办新的英文栏目“Weekly News Overview”，请你写一篇英文广播稿来介绍该栏目。内容包括：
1.栏目介绍；
2.鼓励大家积极投稿。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Hello everyone, and welcome to our school radio station!
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五、书面表达（读后续写）
47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
One afternoon after school, I was lying on my bed listening to music. My mom knocked on the door. “Emma, Mrs. Thompson from down the street just called,” she said. “Her daughter Chloe is having a hard time with math. Could you help her out ” I thought about it for a moment. I was good at math, so I said yes.
A few weeks later, I met Chloe for the first time. She was 10 years old and in 5th grade. I opened the math book and showed her some problems. “Let’s try these,” I said. Chloe looked away. “I don’t need this. I’m not going to college. I’ll work at my uncle’s restaurant.” I didn’t know what to say. In my family, everyone believed school was important. I kept telling her to try, but she just asked, “How is this going to help me cook or serve food ”
That night, I thought about her question. Maybe she had a point. My brother works at a bank. I never saw him use science or math from school. The next morning, I told my mom, “I don’t think I can teach her. She doesn’t want to learn.” My mom smiled. “Maybe you need to try something different.”
I had always learned by reading the book and doing exercises. But now I started thinking of new ideas.
Over the next few weeks, I learned more about Chloe. Her parents wanted her to make money from a young age. She had been selling fruits and vegetables in the neighborhood since she was 8.
One day, I asked Chloe to come to my house. When she arrived, she found me in the kitchen. I was holding flour and chocolate chips. She looked confused. I handed her an apron (围裙).
注意：
1．写作词数应为150个左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
“Grab the measuring cups and today we’re baking cookies,” I said.
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As we baked, Chloe suddenly asked how to price our cookies.
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参考答案
一、阅读理解
1.B 2.B 3.C
4.B 5.D 6.A 7.A
8.B 9.B 10.A 11.C
12.C 13.C 14.D 15.D
七选五：16.A 17.E 18.F 19.B 20.G
二、完形填空
21.B 22.A 23.C 24.C 25.D
26.D 27.B 28.A 29.C 30.B
31.D 32.A 33.B 34.D 35.C
三、语法填空
36.studied
37.warmth
38.immediately
39.with
40.has grown
41.What
42.to make
43.best
44.the
45.Excited
四、广播稿范文
Hello everyone, and welcome to our school radio station!
I’m glad to tell you we will launch a new English column called Weekly News Overview. It will air every Friday afternoon, covering campus events, domestic and international hot news. We also share easy news comments to improve your reading and writing skills.
Now we welcome all students to contribute articles. You can send your news drafts or short opinions to our mailbox before Thursday. Don’t miss the chance to show your English!
Thanks for listening.
五、读后续写范文
“Grab the measuring cups and today we’re baking cookies,” I said. I explained every step required numbers: we needed exact cups of flour, teaspoons of sugar and grams of chocolate chips. Chloe began to calculate carefully while mixing materials. When the dough was ready, we divided it into equal small balls, counting and splitting them evenly. She focused closely on each calculation, no longer complaining math was useless. She even pointed out my small mistake in measuring butter and corrected it quickly.
As we baked, Chloe suddenly asked how to price our cookies. I told her we must figure out the total cost of materials first, then divide it by the number of cookies to set a proper price. She realized math was essential for running a food shop. She volunteered to do all the calculations. From that day on, Chloe was willing to learn math actively. She understood math was everywhere and could help her achieve her future dream of working in a restaurant.

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