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长沙市周南中学
2026年下学期高三年级十月英语科月课时作业
第一部分 听力
第一节
1. How much does the package weigh
A. Three pounds. B. Four pounds. C. Six pounds.
2. What happened to the woman
A. She was fined. B. She lost her ticket. C. She had a car accident.
3. What is wrong with Ruby’s laptop
A. It fails to be charged. B. It turns itself off frequently. C. It can’t connect to the Internet
4. Why does Julie take exercise these days
A. To lose weight. B. To build up her body. C. To finish an assignment
5. What are the speakers mainly discussing
A. A picture. B. A painter. C. A market.
第二节
听第6段录音，回答第6、7题。
6. What is the man’s key demand for the rented apartment
A. The rent. B. The location. C. The furniture.
7. What does the woman suggest the man do
A. Ride to work every day. B. Rent his friend’s apartment.
C. Find information on the Internet.
听第7段录音，回答第8至10题。
8. How did Eric get hurt
A. He got hit by a ladder. B. He fell from the height. C. He tripped over a brick.
9. Which part of Eric’s body got injured
A. His ankle. B. His arm. C. His head.
10. What does the woman ask the man to do next
A. Lift Eric onto the ambulance. B. Apply some ice to the injured part.
C. Send Eric to the hospital for an X-ray.
听第8段录音，回答第11至13题。
11. What is Jane’s request
A. Getting a pay raise. B. Taking a holiday. C. Gaining a promotion.
12. What does David expect Jane to do
A. Keep working for a period. B. Help the company pull through.
C. Share the workload with someone.
13. How does Jane sound in the end
A. Determined. B. Understanding. C. Doubtful.
听第9段录音，回答第14至16题。
14. What is the man doing now
A. Looking for a new job. B. Talking with a travel agent.
C. Having an application interview.
15. What is the man’s main purpose of going to America
A. To go sightseeing. B. To visit his family. C. To deal with his work.
16. What does the woman ask the man about at last
A. The documents. B. The return date. C. The accommodation.
听第10段录音，回答第17至20题。
17. How did Emily prepare for the competition
A. By doing much research. B. By turning to talented writers.
C. By reviewing previous competitions.
18. What was Emily’s primary motivation for entering the competition
A. To challenge herself. B. To build up a reputation. C. To showcase her knowledge.
19. What has Emily learned
A. The necessity of setting goals. B. The value of different experiences.
C. The importance of consistent efforts.
20. What does Emily expect to do at the awards ceremony
A. Share her story. B. Listen to a speech. C. Network with other science lovers.
第二部分 阅读
第一节
A
Get ready for the 2026 Graceful Envelope Contest — this year’s theme is Courage and Creativity. Please note that your submission includes two parts: the entry envelope and the carrier envelope.
Requirements for the Carrier Envelope: We ask that all contest entry envelopes (≤7×9 inches, with original artwork and calligraphy) be placed inside a plain carrier envelope (any size, no external art) that is clearly marked on the front with the contest address (see below) and with correct postage (邮资).
Stamps: The 2026 contest will continue to require at least one stamp on the contest entry envelope (preferably one that integrates with the design), but it need not have the full correct postage. For student entries mailed together by a teacher, postage on the contest entry envelope is not required. However, integration of at least one stamp into the design does strengthen a submission.
Information:
Write your name, address, email, contest division (Adult, Grades 9-12, Grades 5-8) and Instagram account (if you wish, for winner publicity) on the back of the Entry Envelope. Incomplete information will cause disqualification.
Submission & Evaluation
Deadline: All carrier envelopes must be submitted by May 31 or they will be disqualified.
Address: The Graceful Envelope Contest, P.O.Box 3688, Merrifield, VA 22116.
Judging Criteria: Entries are judged only on the FRONT based on the contest theme, calligraphy, design, and stamp use.
Prizes: Winners receive certificates and online publication.
A Judge’s Perspective
My advice to entrants is to think outside the box regarding the theme — reject the most obvious ideas! Really let yourself go in thinking of different approaches to the subject. I see each entry envelope as a natural integration of three parts: solid lettering; creative design or illustration; and stamps relating to the theme.
21. What can a carrier envelope be like
22. What will definitely disqualify a student from the contest
A. Mailing the entry on May 30. B. Leaving out the participant division.
C. Lacking the Instagram account. D. Turning in an unstamped entry envelope.
23. What does the judge suggest the participants do
A. Integrate natural elements. B. Adopt traditional ways.
C. Highlight innovative thinking. D. Explore diverse subjects.
B
I’m Mayo. In a couple of minutes, I’d be called onstage to introduce myself to 100 people, like other new attendees who’d spoken confidently and gotten applause. Logically, I knew I shouldn’t fear public speaking, yet I was frightened. My body betrayed me with racing heart, sweaty hands, dry mouth, and negative thoughts flooded in: What if I pause improperly when speaking What if they dislike me What if I fail Before my turn, I escaped, my fear stopping me from speaking up again.
Having grown tired of fear controlling my life, I decided to overcome it for good. That choice was driven by the saying: “Fear is temporary. Regret is forever.” I arranged a 4-day getaway on my own, leaving behind the Internet, my phone and social media. All I would have was myself. Wandering the countryside and journaling, I figured out where my fear came from: my childhood. Whenever I’d spoken up in front of others back then, all I got was laughter, not praise.
Then I had a realization: fear wasn’t my enemy but a protector. I didn’t need to fight it, just reconcile by understanding its origin, valuing its purpose, and then letting it go. By the trip’s end, I’d filled a journal and started living in harmony with my fears, feeling more grateful. I’d aimed to overcome fear, but ultimately got on well with it.
Guided by “Face up to your fears and they won’t be your fears anymore,” I took small steps: raising my hand at events, then speaking to friends. Each step lifted a weight. Months later, I spoke to strangers. Chest tightness now came from excitement, not fear. Today, I speak confidently to diverse people. Public speaking isn’t about me, but positively impacting others. Someone in the audience always needs my message, which might change their lives or stop disastrous choices. With this service-focused way of thinking, fear no longer holds me back.
24. Why did the author escape before speaking
A. He forgot his lines. B. He had a sore throat. C. He feared mistakes.
D. He hated big crowds.
25. What do we know about Mayo’s four-day trip
A. It made him reconnect with friends. B. It included considerable difficulties.
C. It eased his fear by linking to nature. D. It helped him discover the source of fear.
26. What does the underlined word “reconcile” mean in paragraph 3
A. Seek targets. B. Make peace. C. Lessen reliance. D. Try new things.
27. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. Learn to Befriend Fear B. Fight against Fixed Thought
C. Fear Originates from Inside D. From Speechless to Talkative
C
At a conference last week, I received an interesting piece of advice: “Assume you are wrong.” The advice came from Brian Nosek, a fellow psychology professor. He wasn’t objecting to any particular claim I’d made — he was offering a strategy for pursuing better science, and for encouraging others to do the same.
To understand the context for Nosek’s advice, we need to take a step back — to the nature of science itself. Despite what many of us learned in elementary school, there is no single scientific method. Just as scientific theories change, so do scientific methods.
Assuming you are right might be a motivating force, sustaining the enormous effort that conducting scientific work requires. But it also makes it easy to interpret criticisms as personal attacks, and for scientific arguments to develop into personal battles. Beginning, instead, from the assumption you are wrong, a criticism is easier to be viewed as a helpful pointer, a constructive suggestion for how to be less wrong — a goal that your critic probably shares.
Nosek’s advice may sound pessimistic, but it’s not so foreign to science. Philosophers of science sometimes refer to the “pessimistic meta-induction (元归纳)” on the history of science: All of our past scientific theories have been wrong, so surely our current theories will turn out to be wrong, too. That doesn’t mean we haven’t made progress, but it does indicate that there is always room for improvement — ways to be less wrong.
I like the advice because it builds in an awareness of our limitations and a readiness to accept the unknown (“there are things I do not know!”) along with a sense that we can do better (“there are things I do not know yet!”). It also builds in a sense of community — we’re all in the same boat when it comes to falling short of getting things right. Perhaps the focus on a shared goal — our goal as scientists and humans of being less wrong — can help make up for any harm in scientific motivation or communication.
28. Why did Nosek send the advice
A. To express opinions about my claims. B. To remind me to be open to criticism.
C. To encourage me to take up science. D. To better my understanding of psychology.
29. How does assuming you are wrong help
A. It motivates scientists to make efforts. B. It addresses personal attacks and conflicts.
C. It sets a constructive improvement goal. D. It contributes to a deeper insight into yourself.
30. What does the author think of scientific theories
A. Dynamic. B. Testable. C. Pioneering. D. Well-established.
31. What does the author appreciate about the advice “assume you are wrong”
A. It helps scientists avoid criticism from others.
B. It confirms that past theories are always wrong.
C. It encourages scientists to compete for better results.
D. It combines humility with hope and a sense of shared effort.
D
Why does “bouba” sound round and “kiki” sound spiky (尖锐的) This perception, known as “bouba-kiki” effect, is reliable all over the world, and for at least a century, scientists have considered it a clue to the origin of language, theorizing that maybe our ancestors built their first words upon these associations between sound and shape. But a new study published in Science adds an unexpected finding: baby chickens make these same pairings, suggesting that the link to human language may not be so unique.
The study was led by Maria Loconsole, a comparative psychologist at the University of Padua. She and her colleagues placed chicks in front of two panels: one featured a flowerlike shape with gently rounded curves; the other had a spiky shape like a cartoon explosion. They then played recordings of humans saying either “bouba” or “kiki” and observed the birds’ behavior. When the chicks heard “bouba,” 80 percent of them approached the round shape first and spent an average of more than three minutes exploring it compared with an average of just under one minute spent exploring the spiky shape. When the chicks heard “kiki,” the opposite occurred.
One long-standing theory that these associations are inspired by the shape your mouth makes when you say each word can now be ruled out, since the chicks showed the effect despite being unable to speak. Instead the “bouba-kiki” effect may originate from the physical properties of objects themselves. When round objects hit the ground or roll, they typically produce more continuous, low-frequency sounds than spiky ones. A built-in grasp of those dynamics, linking sight and sound, could help newborn animals quickly make sense of their environment, possibly to locate food or avoid predators (食肉动物).
The “bouba-kiki” effect may have played a role in the emergence of language. But for chickens, this same tendency seems to serve a more evolutionary purpose. “Even if language is unique to humans,” Loconsole says, “that doesn’t mean that it comes from an ability that is unique to humans.”
32. What does the new study focus on
A. The origin of human language. B. Sound-shape connections in chicks.
C. Animals’ recognition of shapes. D. Brain-behavior relationships of birds.
33. In what way do the chicks respond differently to the two sounds
A. Sound localization. B. Reaction speed. C. Exploration preference.
D. Matching accuracy.
34. What is paragraph 3 mainly about concerning the effect
A. Its historical context. B. Its potential application.
C. Its overlooked limitation. D. Its possible explanation.
35. What does Loconsole say about the effect
A. It originated in birds. B. It shows evolutionary tendency.
C. It’s shared across species. D. It’s vital to language emergence.
第二节 （七选五）
Phone interviews are generally designed to screen out candidates who are not a good fit for the role, while identifying promising applicants to bring in for in-person interviews. 36 It gives employers a quick snapshot of your background, personality, and overall “fit” for the position. With this in mind, you can get ready for phone interviews and craft well-thought-out, prepared responses to the most-asked questions.
37 Preparing ahead of time for this question lets you reflect on your career goals, past work history, and even personal hobbies going with the position. You don’t want to sound overly scripted, but putting down a few brief notes about your background can make this question far easier to answer.
Salary expectations represent another topic you ought to prepare for. 38 Does the job list a salary What is the average salary for this kind of position In most cases, it works best to state that your salary expectations are flexible — especially if you do not want to risk losing the opportunity.
A third key question to anticipate is “Why do you want this role ” At its core, interviewers are trying to figure out what draws you to their company. Researching the organization and bringing up its core values or other specific details will strengthen your genuine interest in the job. 39
Last but not least, you will be asked when you are available to start work. This is up to your unique situation. 40 If you need more time, you should not only state that, but also explain why in order to show that you’re still interested in the position, but have other circumstances at play that require additional time.
A. Surely, you should do your homework beforehand.
B. Basically, a phone interview marks the first stage of the hiring process.
C. Prepare to account for employment gaps so as not to make you look bad.
D. Behavioral questions will tell the interviewer more about your personality.
E. Very often, an interview opens with the question “Tell me about yourself.”
F. Feel free to convey your strong enthusiasm for the position to your interviewer.
G. However, most candidates need roughly two weeks’ notice after accepting an offer.
第三部分 完形填空
Justin Mutawassim was 5 years old the first time he took a flight. The Delta pilots on board invited him to 41 the cockpit (驾驶舱). “I remember sitting there and being 42 by all the buttons,” he said. By age 6, he had decided: “I wanted to be a pilot.”
His road to becoming a pilot was harder than he had 43 as a child. His middle school teacher wrongly informed him that perfect vision was a requirement to become a pilot. “When I heard that, I was really 44 ,” said Mutawassim, who wears glasses.
In December 2014, about a year into his studies at a community college, Mutawassim decided to 45 . He got a job as a ramp agent (机坪操作员) carrying bags for Delta Air Lines. During this time, his 46 to pursue a career in aviation became stronger, but he didn’t have the 47 to make it happen.
That 48 when he met his mentor. Martin helped him 49 for written tests and eventually apply for ATP Flight School, where he was able to 50 the necessary licenses in 11 months.
In spring 2022, after he learned Delta dropped the college degree 51 for pilots, he 52 applied for a position. To his delight, he was offered the job. “It was a fantastic 53 ,” Mutawassim said. He reflected on how far he had come in only six years, from carrying luggage to 54 a Boeing 767. Now, he is working toward his next goal of 55 a captain.
41.A. explore B. examine C. operate D. detect
42.A. trapped B. comforted C. fascinated D. disturbed
43.A. continued B. expected C. commented D. remembered
44.A. ashamed B. guilty C. annoyed D. defeated
45.A. calm down B. drop out C. break down D. pass out
46.A. response B. power C. desire D. memory
47.A. burden B. duty C. pride D. confidence
48.A. changed B. happened C. repeated D. existed
49.A. call B. prepare C. search D. wait
50.A. purchase B. obtain C. suspend D. arrange
51.A. requirement B. application C. description D. assumption
52.A. doubtfully B. casually C. secretly D. eagerly
53.A. balance B. platform C. moment D. angle
54.A. checking B. catching C. repairing D. flying
55.A. respecting B. imitating C. becoming D. assigning
第四部分 语法填空
Chinese idioms represent one of the priceless cultural legacies (遗产) 56 (hand) down from ancient traditions, enriching the language with greater power, depth and appeal.
“Ji si guang yi”, or pooling collective wisdom, is one such well-known idiom. It captures 57 truly matters in the process of decision-makers weighing important choices: one ought to seek other’s advice before taking serious actions. This time-honoured principle gained wide 58 (recognize) largely through Zhuge Liang, 59 well-known military strategist during the Three Kingdoms Period (220-280). In his work “Instructions to Subjects and Officials”, he wrote, “If one holding public office 60 (pool) people’s ideas and widely drew on all well-intended and useful views, better-informed decisions would follow.”
So far, the expression 61 (evolve) into an effective way to improve working efficiency and show respect for the opinions of the masses. Perspectives gathered from different people equip decision-makers 62 a more comprehensive grasp of the current situation and help them make correct decisions.
Listening 63 (humble) to others’ opinions, particularly those 64 differ from one’s own, can help one decide more wisely and benefit from collective wisdom. Now the method is adopted by the Chinese people in their decision-making in daily life 65 (secure) success.
第五部分 写作
应用文（66）
假如你是李华，你班在校英语戏剧节中获得一等奖，外教James打算为此庆祝，并委托你调查同学们希望的方式，请你根据调查结果，给外教写一封邮件，内容包括：
1. 反馈调查结果； 2．提出具体的建议； 3．说明理由。
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 James,
Thank you for being so kind as to celebrate our success at the English Drama Festival.
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Yours,
Li Hua
读后续写（67）
阅读下面的材料，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。续写的词数应为150左右。
Eduardo reached into his backpack, searching for his cell phone. He was scared of having to spend the spring break at Aunt Letty’s farm. Although he had protested, his parents decided that spending time on the farm would be a great experience for him. They grew up on a farm and believed that responsibility, hard work, and respect for the land were valuable lessons.
“So have you ever ridden a horse ” Aunt Letty asked, trying to turn his attention away from his phone. “Hmmm, no.” he answered. “Well, we’ve got a nice calm horse I think you’ll like. Hercules — sounds like a beast, but he’s basically a gentle giant — big, but kindhearted!” she said, smiling. Eduardo glanced at his aunt, annoyed that he was expected to work. He tried to text a friend but there was no cell reception.
The next two days were busy. The crow of the roosters woke them up, and they had breakfast before dawn. Then they went out to the barn to get the feed while the animals waited to be fed. The afternoons were filled with transporting hay, cleanup, and caring for the animals. At dusk, when the farm was finally quiet, Aunt Letty stretched her arms out and breathed, “Just take a deep breath of that sweet country air!” Eduardo, exhausted from his chores, was unable to appreciate his work.
On the fourth day, without warning, Aunt Letty announced, “It’s time to meet Hercules.” She led Eduardo into the stables. Aunt Letty was right. Hercules was remarkable!
Aunt Letty held her hand open for Eduardo to take. Reluctantly, he let her guide his hand toward Hercules and allowed the magnificent creature to sniff his palm. Softly, Hercules rubbed its nose and mouth against him.
“It feels like velvet (天鹅绒)!” Eduardo beamed. An hour later, Eduardo was scratching Hercules on his neck and offering him carrots. Magically, a bond between them formed. That night, as they headed toward the house, Eduardo was inspired. His arms spreading wide, he inhaled (吸气) and said, “Take a breath of that sweet country air!”
Para 1:
One morning, Eduardo spotted Aunt Letty riding the horse Hercules, and asked if he could give it a try.
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Para 2:
Happy days always flew by, and Eduardo’s spring break was drawing to an end.
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参考答案
听力：
1. A 2.A 3.B 4.C 5.A 6.B 7.C 8.B 9.A 10.B
11. B 12.A 13.A 14.B 15.C 16.A 17.A 18.B 19.C 20.C
阅读第一节：21.A 22.B 23.C 24.C 25.D 26.B 27.A 28.B 29.C 30.A 31.D 32.B 33.C 34.D 35.C
七选五：36.B 37.E 38.A 39.F 40.G
完形填空：41.A 42.C 43.B 44.D 45.B 46.C 47.D 48.A 49.B 50.B 51.A 52.D 53.C 54.D 55.C
语法填空：56.handed 57.what 58.recognition 59.a 60.pooled 61.has evolved 62.with 63.humbly 64.that 65.to secure
应用文范文
Dear James,
Thank you for being so kind as to celebrate our success at the English Drama Festival.
I’ve conducted a survey among my classmates. Most of us prefer to hold a small party in our classroom rather than eating out.
I suggest we prepare some snacks and hold a mini show. We can share our experience in preparing the drama. This can strengthen our bond and review what we have learned. Besides, it is convenient and low-cost.
Looking forward to your reply.
Yours,
Li Hua
读后续写范文
Para 1:
One morning, Eduardo spotted Aunt Letty riding the horse Hercules, and asked if he could give it a try. Aunt Letty helped him get on the horse and showed him how to control it gently. At first Eduardo felt nervous, holding the reins tightly. But Hercules walked steadily, calming his worry gradually. As Eduardo got more confident, he guided Hercules to wander around the farm. Wind brushed his face and he enjoyed the amazing view of the farm. He felt proud of himself and fell in love with riding.
Para 2:
Happy days always flew by, and Eduardo’s spring break was drawing to an end. Before leaving, Eduardo went to say goodbye to Hercules, feeding it a handful of carrots. He was unwilling to leave the farm and Aunt Letty. He realized that farm work was meaningful instead of boring. He used to be addicted to his phone, but now he treasured the peaceful time with nature. Eduardo promised Aunt Letty that he would come back soon and visit Hercules again.
附：听力原文
1.
M: Excuse me. I’d like to send the package to Paris. I need it to get there within 4 days.
W: OK, let me see. At $6 per pound, your package will cost $18.
2.
M: Here is a ticket for you, madam.
W: What’s the matter
M: You drove down a one-way street the wrong way.
3.
M: Hey, Ruby. What’s the matter with your laptop Does it fail to connect to the Internet again
W: It’s even worse this time! It always switches itself off even though it’s fully charged.
4.
M: Why do you skip rope these days, Julie Don’t tell me you want to lose weight!
W: No. This is the homework our PE teacher gave us. He asked us to exercise for at least half an hour per day.
M: Sounds reasonable. It can make your body stronger.
W: But I think I’m strong enough.
5.
W: I know this painting! It was by William Turner, an English painter in the 18th century.
M: It is fake. I just bought it from a second-hand market.
6. ~7.
W: Hi, Lyon. Are you looking for a new place to rent
M: Yeah, I’ve seen a few apartments, but I haven’t found the right one yet.
W: What’s your top requirement
M: Well, I ride to work for an hour almost every day now. So I hope it’s within 3 km of my work company.
W: I got it. What else
M: It would be better if it is well-furnished with a reasonable rent.
W: Hmm. My friend found a really nice apartment on a website the other day. Maybe I can ask him to recommend the website to you.
M: Great! Thank you.
8. ~10.
W: Hello, this is the First People’s Hospital. How can I help you
M: Help, help, madam.
W: Please take a deep breath... Now tell me what’s going on.
M: My son Eric fell off a two-meter ladder when repairing the roof of the house.
W: How is he now Can you take him here right now
M: I think he twisted his ankle. I tried to lift him up, but he said it hurt too much.
W: What does the wound look like How about his arms or head
M: The wound is all swollen. His arms are free to move. And there is no wound on the head.
W: OK. I’ll send an ambulance right now. Put some ice on the wound. But don’t do anything else. I will arrange an emergency X-ray.
M: Thanks a million.
11. ~13.
W: Hello, David. I think I need to talk to you. I want to take my annual leave next week. I’ve been working overtime for the past three months, so I really need to relax myself.
M: Jane, I know you have been working hard lately. And your request is absolutely reasonable. But you know Golden Week is only two weeks away. It’s a good time for our company to make money, so...
W: Well, how about hiring another person to share the workload I really need to take a break from work.
M: I’ll give you a 30% raise. How about that
W: Em... OK, I accept that. But let me make it clear first that, with or without your agreement, I must take my vacation after Golden Week.
M: OK.
14. ~16.
W: Hi, I’m the interviewer for your visa application.
M: Hello. Here is my application form and all the documents.
W: OK. Can you tell me why you want to go to America
M: My company decided to send me to New York to take charge of a new branch. Besides working there, I also want to have a view of different landscapes to broaden my horizons.
W: OK. Do you plan to go to New York by yourself or with your colleagues
M: Neither. I’ll go there with my family.
W: I see. Where will you live in New York
M: Well, my company rented me a flat in Manhattan.
W: Good. Your visa application will be approved in a week.
17. ~20.
W: Hi, everyone. My name is Emily Johnson. I’m pleased to share my story with you. As a science student, I was excited to participate in a national science writing competition, especially since it was about a topic I knew a lot about: genetic engineer. Despite facing tough competition from other talented writers, I spent several days in the library, reviewing all the literature available and writing to create a piece that was both accurate and accessible for a popular audience. The hard work paid off when I was selected to participate in the competition, and I was excited about the opportunity to share my knowledge and, most importantly, make a name for myself in science journalism. While I don’t know if I will win, I’m proud of what I have accomplished. And I want to see where this journey will take me. Through this experience, I’ve realized that consistently putting in the effort and staying focused on goals, despite difficulties, paves the way for success and achievement, even in the face of strong competition. I am looking forward to attending the awards ceremony and networking with fellow science enthusiasts. Perhaps I will even meet individuals who can assist me in achieving my dream of becoming a successful science journalist. I am grateful for the chance to follow my passion and make a positive impact on the world.

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