资源简介

一、阅读理解
A
Ten years ago the world came together to forge a path out of the climate emergency in the form of a global treaty named the Paris Agreement. Under the accord, nations committed themselves to keeping global temperatures well below a two-degree-Celsius increase over preindustrial levels and to striving to limit that increase to 1.5°C. These goals were ambitious and required greenhouse gas emissions to begin declining by 2025.
Yet emissions continue to rise. In 2015 the average global temperature was 1.1°C hotter than it was during the preindustrial period. Today it is around 1.4°C. The increase is grim but not the end of the story, especially if humans can stop climate pollution quickly enough to reverse (反转) the warming trend.
Of course, even if we follow through on current commitments, there will be climate consequences regardless.
One of the key bright spots since the Paris Agreement was signed is the rapid growth of renewable energy. A particular win has been that solar power facilities are coming online much faster than anyone expected in 2015. Better yet, energy from these facilities is being stored for nighttime use thanks to battery technology.
1. Which country will experience the most extremely hot days
A．Brazil. B．China. C．Mexico. D．Indonesia.
2. A 5-year-old will experience about ________ times as many heat waves as a 65-year-old.
A．3B．5C．7D．9
3. What can we learn about the Paris Agreement according to the text
A．It has reversed the warming trend.
B．It has helped promote renewable energy.
C．It managed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
D．It aimed to keep global temperature increases below 1.5°C.
B
Leslie Shogren went to Semicolon Books in Chicago to celebrate her birthday. When she checked out, she asked the woman at the register if she was Danielle Moore, the bookstore’s owner. “Yeah, are you Leslie ” Moore replied, flashing her signature bright smile. She slipped Leslie a birthday card signed by each staff member, thanking her for celebrating her birthday at the store.
Leslie was surprised. Sure, she had messaged the bookstore on its social media, asking its hours and casually mentioning she’d be visiting for her birthday. But still. “Moore didn’t need to do that,” she says. “When people go above and beyond with an act of hospitality (好客) like that, it really sticks with you.” She and her family are store regulars today.
Inside the bookstore, shelves stretch from floor to ceiling, with front-facing books displayed like art. The walls are packed with prints, paintings and fortable couches invite visitors to read, and handmade pillows featuring literary icons add to the homey vibe (氛围). It’s important to Moore that customers consider the store a “third space” — not home or the workplace, but someplace that still fosters a sense of belonging and connection.
Driven by her childhood experience of having no books to read, Moore also welcomes students into the store. They can pick out what they want for free. So far, through its #ClearTheShelves program, Semicolon has given 13,000 books to students in Chicago Public Schools. Moore and her staff have carefully selected books for 52 schools and donated books and funds to 27 Chicago organizations. “We like to take everything we make and give it back,” she says.
Semicolon sits in West Town, a trendy area full of small shops, restaurants and museums. Andrea Beschel, of a nearby audio electronics repair shop says, “Moore was the first business owner who came in, interacted with us and invited us to events, so that was really cool.” “She brings great atmosphere to the block,” adds Cesar Buendia, the owner of a neighboring barbershop. “She came in and offered us books for our clients to read while they wait.”
4. What did Leslie do before visiting the bookstore
A．She purchased a birthday card for the owner.
B．She booked a private reading room in advance.
C．She called the owner to confirm her arrival time.
D．She managed to get some information about it online.
5. What is central to Moore’s vision of a bookstore
A．A warm atmosphere.
B．Innovative interior design.
C．Competitively priced books.
D．A distinctive book collection.
6. Which of the following best describes Moore
A．Smart and commercially talented.
B．Thoughtful but slightly unrealistic.
C．Generous and community-minded.
D．Considerate but somewhat reserved.
7. Why are neighbors’ words mentioned
A．To illustrate the services of Semicolon.
B．To highlight the popularity of West Town.
C．To show the ways Semicolon builds community ties.
D．To make a comparison between Semicolon and other shops.
C
You only need to think of any marathon you’ve watched to assume that men tend to outperform women in sport. But an interesting recent research has triggered the discussion. It is highlighted that the male-female performance gap in ultra-endurance (极限耐力) competitions is as low as 4 percent, while it’s around 10 percent in traditional endurance sport. And the difference seems to reduce the longer the event becomes, to the point that women even outperform men when it comes to events like ultra-distance swimming.
When it comes to the marathon, we know that finishing times are greatly influenced by VO2max (最大摄氧量). However, these factors have been shown to be less influential in ultra-endurance performance. What this means is that success in ultra-marathons must be determined by the interplay of other physiological characteristics. If we look at the physiology, men tend to have more type II muscle fibers, which are good for high power output sports such as sprinting (短跑). Women have more type I muscle fibers, which produce less force but are more resistant to exhaustion — ideal for ultra-endurance events.
Besides, as distances increase and intensity subsequently decreases, we rely more on fat to provide energy to our working muscles. Research currently suggests that compared to males, endurance-trained females use more fat even at rest and so they have spare essential carbohydrate stores. This would mean they’re less likely to hit “the wall” in a race.
Sports psychologists have also suggested that women are generally better at bearing pain, reframing feelings such as exhaustion and enjoying the process rather than worrying about the outcome, all of which might lead to a better performance.
As persuasive as these theories are, it’s hard to properly draw a firm conclusion that women excel in ultra-endurance sports. Ultra-endurance events appeal to a very small and specialized part of the population rather than the mainstream and the small numbers of women participating make it challenging to draw conclusions, and it’s rare to find direct comparisons with men. Hopefully this will change over time.
8. What can we learn about the research from Paragraph 1
A．Men perform better than women in sports on the whole.
B．Ultra-endurance sports are gaining popularity among women.
C．Men are comparatively at a disadvantage in traditional endurance sport.
D．The performance divide between men and women closes as distances grow.
9. Which of the following accounts for women’s better ultra-endurance performance
A．They have more type II muscle fibers.
B．They are better at burning fat for energy.
C．They are less dependent on carbohydrate.
D．They care more about competition results.
10. What does the last paragraph focus on
A．The intention of the research.
B．The influence of the research.
C．The limitation of the research.
D．The conclusion of the research.
11. What is the purpose of the passage
A．To make a comparison between males and females in sports.
B．To clarify a fact that females are equally competent in sports.
C．To explain why women make better ultra-endurance athletes.
D．To advocate more women engaging in ultra-endurance sports.
D
William Blake once said, “Make the errors of a wise man, not the perfection of a fool.”
Last week, we received an email pointing out a few grammatical errors in our latest issue. It specifically targets a feature written by someone for whom English is a second, possibly even third, language. As a publisher, should we have caught those mistakes Of course. But we didn’t. We missed them, and that’s on us.
Now, if we had relied on ChatGPT or some other AI tool — those errors would have been eliminated. AI doesn’t make grammatical mistakes, but it does make factual ones. And that’s where the difference lies. AI writes with mechanical fluency, an odd smoothness that, at first glance, might seem impressive. But there’s no soul in it. No human aspect, which is often where the charm and character of a story lie.
When you read Adventure, you’re not consuming an unimaginative, algorithmic mixture of facts and details, woven together from a thousand other sources. What you get is something raw, something real — real people doing real things, telling real stories — experiences lived and shared. That’s a distinction that matters.
In an era where fake news, AI-generated images, and even virtual sports clouds the lines between truth and fake information, we choose reliability over perfection. We own our mistakes. They’re the marks on an organic apple — imperfect but honest. Sure, you could buy a flawless, genetically modified apple, polished and sprayed to maintain perfection. It might look good but how would it taste Would it nourish you the same way Would it carry the same depth of flavour that comes from sun, soil and time
Adventure isn’t about a perfect, polished version of the world. It’s about telling stories that aren’t smoothed to perfection but that pulse with life, with humanity.
So yes, we made a mistake, and we’ll probably make more, but we’ll own them. Because we’re not in the business of chasing perfection. We’re in the business of telling real stories, about real adventures, experienced by real people.
12. Which of the following can replace the underlined word “eliminated” in Paragraph 3
A．Ignored. B．Removed. C．Resisted. D．Predicted.
13. What can we infer about stories from Adventure
A．Soulless but honest. B．Imperfect but reliable.
C．Imaginary but charming. D．Artificial but impressive.
14. What is the author’s attitude toward AI tools being used in publishing
A．Tolerant. B．Favorable. C．Disapproving. D．Unconcerned.
15. Which of the following is the best title for this passage
A．Errors of a Wise Man B．An Apology to Readers
C．Risks of AI in Publishing D．The Pursuit of Perfection
七选五
Most arguments are not actually about the thing people are arguing about, from unwashed dishes to workplace strategy disagreements. Underneath most conflicts is something much deeper: a need to feel heard, respected, safe, valued, or understood. Many high achievers struggle because they approach conversations the way they approach business: Solve the problem, make the point, and win the outcome. 16__________
Because the moment someone feels emotionally cornered, the nervous system stops listening and starts defending. In other words, once people feel attacked, they’re no longer trying to understand you or considering your point of view. 17_______ That’s why many ordinary arguments always turn into horrible quarrels.
18__________ When their confidence from certainty gets threatened, they start to feel unsafe. So their defense mechanism is to overexplain, defend harder, interrupt, and bring up past details. Ironically, the stronger the need to win the argument, the weaker the connection usually becomes. Negative behaviors like criticism and defensiveness are major causes of broken relationships, none of which include active listening.
Human beings are emotional before they are logical. Rising emotions activate the brain’s threat-detecting area, cutting off blood flow to the part responsible for reasoning and empathy, and their nervous systems prioritize survival protection over mutual communication. 19________
Healthy communication differs greatly from competitive arguing. It focuses on mutual understanding rather than one-sided victory. Giving emotional recognition to others does not mean you agree with their views. 20__________ A calm attitude and sincere listening build emotional safety, which is the foundation for long-term healthy relationships. Ultimately, people always remember the feelings a conversation brings rather than perfect logical arguments.
A．Many people become addicted to certainty.
B．Instead, they’re trying to protect themselves.
C．It does create a bridge and promote effective communication.
D．This is why even intelligent people may say things they regret.
E．People often ignore the importance of self-regulation in conflicts.
F．Tone and facial expressions also matter greatly in daily communication.
G．That strategy works great for negotiations but terribly for human connection.
二、完形填空
Wu Yize, a 22-year-old snooker player, returned to China after his world championship win. He received a warm welcome, waving modestly and wearing the expression of a shy 22-year-old not used to such sudden fame at home. But that did not 21 the enthusiasm of those who had come to see someone on top of the world.
His path to glory is nothing but 22 . At the age of 16, he felt a strong 23 to be a professional. He dropped out of school and moved to Sheffield, England, to 24 his dream, a decision his parents fully 25 , which took a load off his mind. There, away from his family, he felt 26 at times but never gave up. “I had to be highly self-disciplined,” he said. “There was no 27 for carelessness.”
Returning as a champion, he hopes his journey will 28 others to follow their own dreams. “I want to be a(n) 29 for the younger generation, not just a winner,” he said.
His ability to handle pressure and overcome challenges is a true test of his 30 . He once lived in a tiny flat with no windows as a teenager in Sheffield, a story of moving from 31 to wealth. His victory came from diligence 32 from pure luck.
In China, snooker is becoming 33 popular. It is 34 that 60 million people play billiards (台球) annually. Wu’s success, a clear 35 of determination, is leading a new wave of players.
21. A．heighten B．dampen C．awaken D．strengthen
22. A．plain B．extraordinary C．discouraging D．familiar
23. A．desire B．demand C．anxiety D．worry
24. A．obtain B．embrace C．pursue D．prove
25. A．acted on B．objected to C．turned down D．approved of
26. A．fortunate B．disappointed C．lonely D．abandoned
27. A．allowance B．passion C．admission D．preparation
28. A．persuade B．require C．allow D．motivate
29. A．inspiration B．leader C．champion D．instructor
30. A．patience B．perseverance C．integrity D．responsibility
31. A．failure B．discrimination C．refusal D．poverty
32. A．rather than B．better than C．other than D．less than
33. A．frequently B．increasingly C．ultimately D．constantly
34. A．concluded B．acknowledged C．estimated D．declared
35. A．understanding B．planning C．distinction D．demonstration
三、语法填空
Perler beads, or as they’re locally known, pindou, are suddenly everywhere in China. The craft, originally developed in Sweden in the 1970s, 36 (design) as a therapeutic (治疗的) tool to help older adults maintain cognitive function and ease isolation.
Today, young enthusiasts purchase DIY kits online or visit specialized bead studios, 37 they create designs using tiny plastic cylinders. A recent survey found that most studios charge between 20 and 50 yuan per person, 38 (typical) without time limits.
39 they are seen as a mindful escape or a creative outlet, perler beads offer something enduring: the satisfaction of making something tangible, one tiny piece at a time.
When fully 40 (absorb) in arranging beads, crafters enter a state known as “flow” — a term coined by a psychologist to describe deep immersion. This state 41 (associate) with dopamine (多巴胺) release and feelings of focus and satisfaction.
Many are drawn to the rhythmic motion of bead placement, which can bring about a calm mental state similar 42 mindfulness practice. For a generation under the constant 43 (expose) to digital devices, the tactile act of crafting provides a welcome reset. There is also 44 explanation rooted in embodied cognition, a theory that states that thinking is shaped by bodily movement and sensory experience. Bead crafting engages touch, sight and sound, 45 (create) deeper cognitive engagement than purely digital interaction.
四、书信写作
46. 假定你是李华，你的英国笔友Chris发来邮件说，他打算选择一门外语作为第二语言来学习，想听听你的想法。请你给他回复一封邮件，推荐他学习汉语，内容包括：
1. 推荐理由；2. 学习建议。
注意：1. 词数80左右；2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Chris,
________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
五、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。
The bell rang. I grabbed my backpack and headed to the library for my favorite after-school activity: Writing Club.
“Today we will share our stories with a critique (评论) partner. It means to give helpful feedback so someone can tell their best story,” said Miss Lisa, our writing teacher.
My partner was Penny. I handed my story to her, nervous. I had no problem coming up with great story ideas, but I did struggle with spelling and grammar. Penny didn’t look at me or smile as she pushed her story across the table toward me. Why was she worried She always got perfect scores on her spelling and grammar tests.
I read her story. It was about a dog named Sunny saving a family from a flood.
“Wow, great story,” I told her. “I don’t have any suggestions. It’s perfect!”
“Yours too,” she whispered. She didn’t even look at me as she passed mine back.
When the club ended, Penny rushed out, dropping a book in haste. I picked it up: Sunny the Brave. My heart sank as the plot matched her story exactly. She hadn’t written it — she had copied it. It wasn’t fair. I thought about telling Miss Lisa, but Miss Lisa had already left.
Outside of the school, I spotted Penny sitting on a bench, crying. Instead of accusing her, I simply handed her the book. Seeing her tears, I remembered my job as her critique partner was to give helpful feedback. But what should I say
I kept thinking about Penny and her story. When I got home, I found Mom in the kitchen making dinner with Dad. Dad chopped (切割) vegetables carefully, while Mom added spices (调料) freely. Their dinners turned out delicious. Mom and Dad had different skills, each using their strengths, making them a great team. That gave me an idea to suggest to Penny.
Paragraph 1:
The next morning, I found Penny outside the classroom. ________________________________________________________________________
Paragraph 2:
Penny’s eyes widened with hope. ________________________________________________________________________
参考答案
一、阅读理解
A篇
1.D 2.A 3.B
B篇
4.D 5.A 6.C 7.C
C篇
8.D 9.B 10.C 11.C
D篇
12.B 13.B 14.C 15.A
七选五
16.G 17.B 18.A 19.D 20.C
二、完形填空
21.B 22.C 23.A 24.C 25.D 26.C 27.A 28.D 29.A 30.B 31.D 32.A 33.B 34.C 35.D
三、语法填空
36. was designed
37. where
38. typically
39. Whether
40. absorbed
41. is associated
42. to
43. exposure
44. an
45. creating
四、书信写作范文
Dear Chris,
Knowing that you plan to learn a new foreign language, I strongly recommend Chinese to you.
For one thing, Chinese is spoken by the largest number of people worldwide and plays a vital role in global communication. For another, traditional Chinese culture behind the language is extremely charming and worth exploring.
To learn it well, you can watch Chinese videos and listen to Chinese songs to improve your sense of language. Besides, practicing with native speakers regularly is also effective.
I hope you will enjoy learning Chinese.
Yours,
Li Hua
五、读后续写范文
Paragraph 1:
The next morning, I found Penny outside the classroom. She hung her head low, still looking upset. Instead of blaming her, I gently told her my discovery and shared the inspiration I got from my parents. I explained that everyone has unique strengths. She was good at grammar and spelling, while I was creative in plotting. I suggested we cooperate: she polished my writing and I created original stories for her. In this way, we could both hand in perfect and authentic works.
Paragraph 2:
Penny’s eyes widened with hope. A shy smile appeared on her face and she nodded eagerly. She admitted that she copied the story just because she lacked creative ideas and feared getting poor grades. She thanked me for not exposing her and offering such a great solution. Later, we teamed up sincerely. With my vivid plots and her careful revision, our joint story won high praise from Miss Lisa. From then on, we became close partners and improved our writing skills together.

展开更多......

收起↑