考生注意：

1.本试卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟。

2.考生作答时，请将答案答在答题卡上。选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑；非选择题请用直径0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔在答题卡上各题的答题区域内作答

，超出答题区域书写的答案无效，在试题卷、草稿纸上作答无效。

第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）

第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）

听下面5段录音。每段录音后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段录音后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段录音播放两遍。

1.When will the man probably have his haircut?

A.OnThursday.B. On Saturday.

2.What are the speakers talkingabout?

A.Anewspaper article.B. A movie.

3.What will the speakers do nextweek?

A.Makebin signs.B. Share recyclingtips.

4.What is the woman’s attitude toward the article atlast?

A.Appreciative.B.Angry.

5.Where does the conversation probably takeplace?

A.Ina hospital.B. In a restaurant.

第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）

C. On Sunday.

C. An art show.

C. Design posters.

C.Opposed.

C. Athome.

听下面5段录音。每段录音后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段录音前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音播放两遍。

听第6段录音，回答第6、7题。

6.What is Gale’s problem?

A.His performance is stillpoor.

B.He wonders if he had anytalent.

C.He is discouraged by comparing toothers.

7.What does Jessie suggest Galedo?

A.Focuson self-growth.B. Rely more on natural talent. C. Compete with othersactively.

听第7段录音，回答第8至10题。

8.How much did the man pay for the physicsbook?

A.$7B. $22C. $13

9.What kind of used books are mostpopular?

A.The cheapestones.

B.The ones the library neverhas.

C.The ones with notes from topstudents.

10.What book will the woman buy for winterholiday?

A.Somenovels.B. A French book.C. A math book.

听第8段录音，回答第11至13题。

11.What made the man start collectingthings?

A.Hisbusiness goal.B. His family’s advice.C. His frequent moves.

12.What is special about the jeans the manshows?

A.They’re froma friend.B. They’re from a historical era. C. They’re made by his grandpa.

13.What fascinates the man most aboutcollecting?

A.The stories behind theobjects.

B.The history of the collectingtrade.

C.The variety of rare itemscollected.

听第9段录音，回答第14至16题。

14.What is the relationship between thespeakers?

A.Co-workers.B. Manager and employee. C. Shop assistant andcustomer.

15.What may be a result of the introduction to new self-servicemachines?

A.Customers will need to betrained.

B.Technicians will be highlyneeded.

C.Some staff will have newresponsibilities.

16.How does the mansound?

A.Confused.B.Optimistic.C. Concerned.

听第10段录音，回答第17至20题。

17.What was the speaker’s situation when first entering theschool?

A.He lacked a sense ofbelonging.

B.He desired to explore newthings.

C.He worried about his socialbackground.

18.Who mainly helped improve the speaker’s academicperformance?

A.Hismother.B. His friend.C. His teacher.

19.What is the speaker’s proudestachievement?

A.Becoming class president.

B.Graduating at the top of hisclass.

C.Establishing a student supportprogram.

20.What message does the speaker deliver in theend?

A.Acceptothers’ help.B. Try becoming a leader. C. Share your stories with others.

第二部分阅读（共两节，满分50分）

第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）

阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。

A

The Davy Notebooks Project

Sir Humphry Davy （1778-1829） was a British chemist and inventor. He is best remembered for discovering several chemical elements and inventing the Davy lamp, which greatly improved safety for coal miners. His personal notes, laboratory journals, and letters are invaluable for researchers studying the history of science.

We would be grateful to any volunteers who can help us transcribe （转录）Davy's handwritten notes so that people around the world can continue to learn from them.

How does the transcription process work?

This project focuses on a selection of materials spanning the early 1800s. In total, approximately 1,500 pages are available for transcription.

To make the most of volunteers’ time, we first used HTRflow, an AI-powered handwritten text recognition tool, to generate draft transcriptions of the handwritten materials. Afterwards, we ask you to review and correct the machine-generated output. This approach focuses your efforts where human judgement matters most.

Who was Davy corresponding with?

We have identified several famous individuals that he wrote to regularly:

•Michael Faraday: A scientist who began as Davy,s laboratory assistant. Their letters mainly discussed chemical experiments.

•Samuel Coleridge: A famous English poet. He and Davy were close friends, and their letters show a fascinating mix of science and literarybeauty.

•Thomas Beddoes: A medical doctor who worked with Davy in his early years, focusing on medical research.

Why do your contributions matter?

The transcriptions will make Davy’s collection searchable, allowing future researchers to search by keywords such as place names, people, and other topics of interest. We are aiming to make these materials available through an online digital exhibition for scholars, students, and curious people from around the world.

21.What are volunteers mainly expected to do in thisproject?

A.Revise the mistakes made by an AI tool. B. Select the raw materials fortranscription.

C. Generate draft transcriptions of the notes. D. Write a biography for Sir Humphry Davy.

22.Which field did Davy’s letters to Michael Faraday mainly focuson?

B

About 10 years ago, I invited my dad to stay at my fancy flat. I proudly showed him the advanced audio system, the multi-level lighting, and the television operated by a single touchscreen remote. Having encouraged him to relax, I headed to work. Returning that night, however, I found the place in darkness. Switching on the light, I saw him sitting alone, an error message flashing across the TV screen. “I tried,” he said, looking frustrated, “but got nowhere with anything, so I just gaveup.”

At that time, I was somehow annoyed with him, but to be honest, 10 years on I am still struggling with the stupid lights, TV and sound system myself. My parents’ difficulties are becoming my own, and I am angry at everyone involved in the design of anything. In the interest of greater functionality, everything is being overengineered to the point—for many people—ofnon-functionality.

It’s not just house appliances. Smartphones made the screens highly touch-sensitive: a light press does one thing, a hard press another. For older people, a hard stab often brings up unexpected menus, deepening their desperation. Does the “smart” in smartphone refer to the brilliance required of its users? And symbols for words are a problem everywhere. To access a start menu, you no longer click “Start”; you click on a symbol of a window. To forward an email, you click on three vertical dots. Why?

Yes, we are always going to be somewhat confused by the world as old age comes around. But these endless, daily tests and trials set by the march of technology are real breakers of spirit and hidden barriers shutting them out. The biggest tragedy is that technology could be more helpful for older people if only they were able to use it easily. Honestly, those who design this stuff are plainly doing so for people close in age to themselves. However, it might be well worth remembering that, one day, their time willcome.

24.What made the father feelfrustrated?

A.Watching terrible newson TV.B. Sitting alone at the fancy flat.

C. Failing to operatesmartdevices.D. Breaking the touchscreen remote.

25.Why does the author mention the examples in paragraph3?

A.To complain devices require extremebrilliance.

B.To explain symbols cause operationalconfusion.

C.To show touch-sensitive screens spoil olderusers.

D.To prove overengineering weakens basicusability.

26.What can be inferred from the lastparagraph?

A.Smart devices will be targeted at theelderly.

B.Future technologies will leave seniorsbehind.

C.Designers should consider the needs ofseniors.

D.Youngsters should teach older users practicalskills.

27.What can be a suitable title for thetext?

A.Less Tests,Brighter FutureB. More Functions, Greater Ease

C. Older Users,Better DesignersD. Smarter Devices, Tougher Lives

C

An interesting cultural phenomenon occurs every summer when Europeans and Americans visit each other’s continents. Europeans complain that shops and restaurants in America are so coldly air-conditioned as to require a jacket. Americans holidaying in Europe grow impatient on finding that European old-world buildings cause them to sweat.

The divide is rooted in both climate and culture. Long before American companies began using cooling chemicals for air-conditioning, southern Europe was built to handle heat. In traditional houses, white paint and shaded courtyards keep things cool. Windows are thrown open and rooms aired in the mornings. Shutters keep out the midday sun. Northern Europe, meanwhile, is mostly spared the problem by its cold weather thanks to geographicaladvantages.

These days, as global warming is putting Europe to test, some Europeans who celebrate green lifestyles still feel pangs of carbon guilt about equipping their houses with air-conditioning. Actually, they needn’t. The rapid expansion of renewable energy in Europe means that lowering the temperature will not do much to melt the glaciers. In Spain, solar capacity has grown nearly ten times in the past decade, so it causes fewer carbon emissions to generate power. Portugal and France do just as well, thanks to dozens of nuclear reactors.

Apart from climate morality, many Europeans also worry about the costs, but there is good news on that front as well. Their homes are smaller than American ones, which helps them save two thirds as much electricity on average. Moreover, the solar energy boom means that power is not just greener but cheaper than before. And some governments even offer funding to make old housesenergy-efficient.

As the world warms, Europe is heating up faster than any other region. Those who prefer to tough out the summer are free to do so. However, as Dr. Elena Rossi, a climate researcher, points out, “Cooling should no longer be a luxury but a basic necessity. Therefore, the ultimate goal should be to make cheap, clean air­ conditioning for everyone.”

28.How does the author introduce thetopic?

A.By criticizingenergy waste.B. By describing a touristtrend.

C. By presenting aculturalconflict.D. By analyzing differentpersonalities.

29.What contributes to the cooling of houses in SouthernEurope?

A.Adjustedlighting system.B. Modern coolingtechnology.

C. Uniquegeographical advantages.D. Traditional architectural wisdom.

30.Which of the following is an example of “climatemorality”?

A.Using renewable energy to lower electricitybills.

B.Refusing air-conditioning to cut carbonemissions.

C.Upgrading old houses to gain governmentfunding.

D.Expanding power capacity to promote cozylifestyles.

31.What does Dr. Elena Rossi’s wordsmean?

A.Traditional cooling methods areoutdated.

B.Affordable air-conditioning should beaccessible.

C.The public should avoid usingair-conditioners.

D.People can choose to live with the summerheat.

D

When it comes to memorizing a list of words or concepts, writing notes has been the go-tomethod for a long time. However, recent psychological studies have brought attention to the “drawing effect”—the idea that sketching out information can significantly boost memory.

To test this, a research group from the University of Waterloo presented student participants with a list of simple, easily drawn words, such as “apple”. The students were given 40 seconds to either draw the word, or write it out repeatedly. Following a short break, the researchers then asked students to freely recall as many words as possible from the initial list in just 60 seconds. The results were striking: the drawn words were consistently and significantly better recalled than the written ones.

To explain why drawing works so well, Jeffrey Wammes, the study’s lead author, noted that it forces the brain to process information using different senses. First, learners must think deeply about a word's meaning to decide how to draw it. Then, their hands make physical movements to sketch the lines. Finally, they observe the visual image they have just created. “By bringing together word meanings, physical actions, and visual images, drawing builds a much stronger memory than simply writing,” Jeffreyexplained.

However, the drawing effect might not be a one-size-fits-all solution. Another recent study recruited 91 participants, who were randomly assigned to one of three strategies: drawing, paraphrasing, or writing the definitions. Interestingly, this study found, when they were dealing with difficult tasks, they showed no significant difference in memory performance across the three conditions. Researchers also noted that memory process actually tends to be complex, as it involves an interplay of many factors such as a participant's working memory, drawing abilities, and prior familiarity with the terms.

While drawing is undoubtedly a powerful tool for memorizing simple concepts, it is clearly not a magic pill for all learning situations. Rather than blindly adopting a single method, learners should adjust their study strategies based on the complexity of the task and their personal strengths.

32.What does the underlined word “go-to” in paragraph onemean?

A.Random.B.Standard.

C.Temporary.D.Complicated.

33.According to Jeffrey, how does drawing enhancememory?

A.By increasingvisual effect.B. By relievingmentalpressure.

C. Byencouragingdeepthinking.D. By engagingmultiplechannels.

34.The study in paragraph 4 found that the drawing effectdeclined if.

A.learners relied onworking memoryB. participants wrote down definitions

C. individuals tackled challenging tasks D. students improved drawing abilities

35.What is the author’s attitude toward the drawingeffect?

A.Objective.B.Unclear.

C.Dismissive.D. Approving.

第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）

阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项

。

Doyoueverfeellikeyou’realwaysbusy,yetyouaren’tsurethatyou’reactuallygettingthingsdone?

Or have you reached full capacity, but still feel like you should be doing more? You could be stuck in a productivitytrap.36Here are three signs you’re stuck in a productivity trap and how to address them.

・ You’re switching between tasks.

Multitasking may feel productive, but it splits your attention and slowsyou down.37These are the tasks you will commit to focusing on first. This small reset restores direction and keeps you from jumping betweentasks.

・38

When your days are filled with constant output, your brain doesn’t have the space it needs to generate new ideas. Without time for inspiration, motivation and creativity can quickly dry up. So schedule intentional time for activities that leave you feeling energised. This could mean reading, going for a walk, or spending time on hobbies youlove.

・ You never feel “done”.

Your to-do list feels like it’s growing faster than you can tick things off.39Over time, this “never-finished” feeling risks leading you closer to burnout. Instead of focusing on what’s left to do, keep a “done” list to track your progress. It can give you something to look back on when you are feeling overloaded.

Real productivity isn’t a race to get more and moretasks done.40When you manage to break free from the productivity trap and start working with your brain instead of against it, you can create the space to achieve more of what trulymatters.

A.You’d better schedule time torest.

B.You’re lacking motivation orcreativity.

C.The more I do, the longer my to-do listgrows.

D.It’s about balancing focus, energy, andintention.

E.Take a moment to set a simple three-item prioritylist.

F.And even when you do get things done, it doesn’t feel likeenough.

G.It is the feeling of being endlessly busy, while real priorities remainuntouched.

第三部分语言运用（共两节，满分30分）

第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）

阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

I work at the International Crane （ 鹤 ）Foundation to protect endangered crane species.41 , baby cranes are raised by their biological parents, but when that isn’t possible, we 42 to teach them how tobehave likecranes.

Since young birds identify the first large moving43they see as their parent, it’s important theydon’t see us as humans. This ensures they learn to stay away from people when later44into thewild.

To solve this problem, a colleagueonce threw a sheet over himself and wore pants that45thecolour of cranes’ legs. Amazingly, the baby cranes46him as they would an adult crane. Inspired, wefurther improved the _47_. We used detailed puppet （ 玩 偶 ）crane heads on one arm, while the other acts as a “wing”. Now, we spend all our time around the baby cranes in48.

Beyond daily care, the most important task is to49them to fly. We encourage them by running,

50 our arms, as well as stretchingout the puppet head. Whenever I see a video of us running andflapping, it does look kind of 51, but the baby cranes get the idea. It makes me feel like a proud 52to see them finally takeflight.

Our53is to help create a self-sustaining population where all the youngsters will be raised by real adultcranes.Whenthatdaycomes,wecanfinally54thecostumes.AlthoughIwouldmissmyclose

55with the baby cranes, what an amazing outcome that would be.

第二节(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)

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。

The popularity of tuanshan dates back to the Han Dynasty. Round like fullmoons, the fans stand for 56.(reunite) and good fortune, serving both as cooling tools and symbols of taste and socialstatus.

HuangShuofu, 57.fourth-generation tuanshan craftsman from Guilin, is committed to protecting this intangible cultural heritage and has won many domestic and international honors. In 2013, he was asked to craft two fans 58.were decorated with ethnic Miao embroidery ( 刺 绣 )for then-UN secretary-general BanKi-moon.

“We need to follow new trends and incorporate these into the traditional elements as much as possible while59.(preserve) the original essence to continue sharing this heritage with people at home and abroad,” Huang said.He 60.(obtain) more than 30 national patents and exported products to major overseas markets including South Korea, Japan and Singapore up tonow.

61.(similar), sustainable, green practices are a priority, headded, 62.(give) that his creations rely on natural bamboo as a major material. “We minimize our waste and throw away as little materialaspossible,”Huangsaid.“Werecyclethebamboostrips,cloth,paperandtrytocomeup

63.new ways to use them, such as for bookmarks, desk accessories and othersmaller-sized,

related products.”

64.(advance) sustainable, balanced development, the tuanshan production alsoengages locals.“We make our tuanshan here by mixing tradition and innovation, protecting ourheritage65.promoting it together,” Huangsaid.

第四部分写作(共两节，满分40分)

第一节(满分15分)

你校英文报“Youth Voice”就青少年较少关注时事这一现象，发起主题为“Caring about Current Affairs”的征文活动，请你写一篇短文投稿，内容包括：

1.分析现象；2.提出建议。注意：

1.词数应为80左右；

2.请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。

Caring about Current Affairs

第二节（满分25分）

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。

“For your final project, you must work in pairs to cultivate a plant and make a presentation,” announced Mr. Davis, the biologyteacher.

Nora and Mia, two close friends with a shared passion for nature, naturally teamed up. Aiming for a good grade, they began co-tending to a rare “Moonlight Orchid” in the school greenhouse. It was a delicate flower that required strict temperature control and precise watering.

They shared the duties perfectly. Nora would prune （修剪）the plant with scissors and check the soil moisture （湿度）,while Mia would spray water over its petals and ensure the heater maintained a constant warmth.

On a freezing Saturday night, Mia was supposed to check the greenhouse heater. Unfortunately, Mia’s

younger brother suddenly developed a dangerously high fever and struggled to breathe. Panicked and busy helping her mother, Mia completely forgot about the greenhouse and failed to message Nora. When Nora arrived on Sunday morning, she was greeted by a tragic sight. The heater had stopped working, and the sharp drop in temperature had left the orchid’s leaves curled and its stemsdrooping.

Minutes later, Mia rushed in, her eyes red from a sleepless night in the hospital. Before Mia could explain, Nora exploded, “How could you be so irresponsible? You ruined everything we’ve worked for!” Stung by Nora’s harsh words, Mia cried, “My brother was in the emergency room! Not everything is about this plant, Nora!” Mia turned and ran out of the greenhouse.

For the next few days, a heavy atmosphere hung between them. They avoided each other in the hallways. Nora spent everyday alone in the greenhouse, struggling to revive the orchid, but the recovery process was simply too much for one pair of hands. The presentation was only a week away, and the weight of the work, coupled with the guilt of her outburst, made Nora feel entirely overwhelmed.

注意：

1.续写词数应为150个左右；

2.请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。

As Nora was sitting helplessly in the greenhouse, the door was pulled open.

On presentation day, they carefully carried their orchid to the front of the class.