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荆州中学 2025-2026 学年高三上学期 10 月月考
英语试题
第一部分 听力 (共两节，满分30分)
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡
上。
第一节 (共5小题；每小题1. 5分，满分7. 5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选
项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一
遍。
例：How much is the shirt?
A.£19.15. B.£9.18. C.&9.15.
答案是C。
1. How does the woman sound?
A. Confused. B. Disappointed. C. Anxious.
2. What does the man tell the woman about?
A. A traveling route. B. A storage facility. C. A building
entrance.
3. What is the man’s problem?
A. He is overcharged. B. He missed the checkout. C. He forgot about a
service.
4. What do we know about the pumpkin milky tea?
A. It is not fresh enough. B. It is unavailable now. C. It has been sold out.
5. What are the speakers talking about?
A. A job hunting. B. A job change. C. A job
interview.
第二节（共15小题：每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选
项。听每段对话或独白前，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。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
6. What is mentioned about Bryson Road?
A. It has a subway stop.
B. It is often jammed with traffic.
C. It is partially under construction.
7. What does the man advise the woman to do?
A. Take a different return route. B. Walk two blocks. C. Put off her
trip.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
8. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. Rescheduling an appointment.
B. Confirming the shooting details.
C. Completing the set design.9. Why does Ms. Marshall feel it a good thing?
A. She isn’t completely ready yet.
B. She prefers a different location.
C. She has to travel on business.
10. When will the photo shoot be?
A. On Thursday. B. On Friday. C. On
Saturday.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
11. What happened to the man’s friend?
A. He had a car accident. B. He hurt his arm. C. He collapsed in the
street.
12. What will the woman do next?
A. Deal with another emergency. B. Go to the emergency room. C. Rush to the scene.
13. What does the woman do?
A. An emergency doctor. B. An ambulance driver. C. A telephone
operator.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
14. What aspect of Jack’s garden surprised the man?
A. The variety of vegetables. B. The eco-friendly methods. C. The huge size of the garden.
15. How did Jack learn about urban gardening at first?
A. By visiting a farm. B. By joining a local meeting. C. By researching online.
16. What did the woman do to help Jack with his garden?
A. Set up solar panels for lighting.
B. Search for information online.
C. Give him advice on gardening.
17. What does the woman think of the maintenance work?
A. Manageable B. Stressful. C.
Easy.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18. What is the talk mainly about?
A. The benefits of good sleep.
B. The ways of improving sleep.
C. The influence of sleep environment.
19. How many subjects were involved in the study?
A. 20. B. 40. C. 60.
20. What does Dr. Zee advise people to do?
A. Sleep in the dark.
B. Measure blood sugar levels.
C. Reduce the use of sleep medicine.
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，从每个题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
ASports are not a modern invention. People around the world have enjoyed exciting and meaningful sports since
ancient times. Here are some examples of ancient sports from different cultures.
Egyptian Pharaohs’ Running Race
In ancient Egypt, kings demonstrated their physical strength by running during the Sed Festival. This special
event took place after a king had ruled for 30 years. For example, Pharaoh Djoser ran around the temple for a long
time to prove he was still healthy and strong.
Minoan Bull-Leaping
The Minoan people created a very dangerous sport called bull-leaping. In this event, athletes would run directly
at a charging bull, grab its horns (角), and leap over its back. Wall paintings from the Palace of Knossos show these
exciting scenes.
Mesopotamian Wrestling
Ancient Mesopotamians practiced wrestling and boxing. Stone carvings show strong fighters wearing skirts
during matches. These matches were intense, with fighters wrestling like wild animals.
Ancient Chinese Archery (射箭)
In the Zhou Dynasty’s royal education, archery was a required skill for men. Competitions, called “sheyi”, were
held with strict rules and ceremonies. To win, a person needed both physical skill and qualities such as grace, self-
control and respect. These contests often took place in temples and served to promote moral values and social order.
Although ancient sports varied widely in form and intent, they universally highlighted the value of skill. Beyond
mere competition, these activities were deeply integrated into their societies, reflecting cultural beliefs and shaping a
sense of community.
21. What do Minoan bull-leaping and Mesopotamian wrestling have in common?
A. They followed strict ceremonies. B. They were created to honor kings.
C. They were physically demanding. D. They included fighting against animals.
22. What is special about ancient Chinese archery?
A. It had flexible rules. B. It helped build character.
C. It encouraged self-expression. D. It served as public entertainment.
23. What is the purpose of the text?
A. To stress the importance of sports.
B. To inform readers of modern sports.
C. To discuss the possible origins of sports.
D. To show some ancient sports and their cultural value.
B
From an early age, Edward Norton was taught what protecting the environment really requires. His father, an
environmental lawyer, founded the Grand Canyon Trust and his grandfather was a pioneer in low-income housing
policy.
Norton built his own career in a different field, becoming one of his generation’s most respected actors. When
Norton first became famous, he concluded that he wasn’t interested in ordinary celebrity ambassador work. “I am not
interested in being some weak sauce kind of spokesperson,” he says. “It’s not that I don’t believe those things are
important, but that held no nourishment for me.”
What does nourish Norton is his work with a Kenya-based organization called the Maasai Wilderness
Conservation Trust, which helps the Maasai people to make a living from their land through innovative means. One
project that Norton is particularly proud of channels profits from the sale of carbon offsets (碳补偿) to local Maasai
communities who use that money to support health, education, and conservation initiatives.One challenge that concerns Norton would be familiar to his father and grandfather: raising funds. This led
Norton to a realization. “We can’t have the conservation movement depend only on donor-funded charity,” he says,
“It not only can’t scale; it’s fundamentally unstable.”
A new model is needed. Norton and his partners argue that tourist dollars being spent in fragile places ought to
remain in-country — or better yet, in-community. Norton and his team have started a company called Conservation
Equity that will invest in tourism in critical places and will reinvest its profits locally, instead of paying distant
shareholders.
Norton is optimistic about the model’s prospects, “I think what we are doing has no previous example to follow.
The needs of people are not going to take a lower priority to the spiritual value of nature. If protecting and restoring
nature can’t produce a stronger and more reliable economy, the effort will fail.”
24. How did Norton feel about being a typical celebrity spokesperson?
A. Enthusiastic. B. Tolerant. C. Dissatisfied.
D. Confused.
25. What is Norton’s main concern about the conservation movement?
A. Expansion of its public influence.
B. Lack of a stable source of funding.
C. Failure to meet the needs of local communities.
D. Repetition of the faults of previous generations.
26. What is special about Norton’s new model of conservation?
A. Downplaying the value of nature. B. Raising funds from distant donors.
C. Focusing on local children’s education. D. Benefiting local economic development.
27. Which of the following words best describe Norton?
A. Confident and honest. B. Generous and talented.
C. Practical and pioneering. D. Ambitious and conventional.
C
It’s a familiar scene: You assure your parents you’ll leave for school in “just five minutes”, or confidently plan
to memorize 50 words in an hour. Yet reality hits. You’re ten minutes late, breathless at the classroom’s front door.
And of the fifty words? You managed barely twenty. So why do we keep misjudging time so badly?
You’re not alone, and you’re not simply bad at planning. Most of us suffer from what is called the planning
fallacy (谬误), a concept introduced by psychologists Daniel Kahneman and Amos Tversky. It describes how we
consistently underestimate the time to complete a task, often accompanied by a failure to account for effort and risk,
even if it contradicts our experiences.
This happens because people tend to imagine the ideal situation and omit real-world challenges. Imagine trying
to finish a math worksheet before evening study session. You picture yourself focused and finishing it in thirty
minutes. But reality is different. You get stuck on a tough problem, look for your textbook, and check your phone
“just once”, and suddenly an hour has passed. Before you know it, you’re rushing to complete the work, feeling
stressed, and worried about how others will perceive your delay.
So, what can you do? First, instead of thinking about the task, use data. Ask: how long did similar tasks take last
time — not just the writing, but the thinking, searching, revising? Second, break big goals into small, more
predictable steps and estimate the duration of each one. It’s easier to estimate “answer the first three multiple-choice
questions” than “finish biology homework”. Third, don’t just add a fixed number to your estimate; adjust by
percentages because larger tasks scale differently. A 10-minute task might need 5 extra minutes while a 2-hour task
might need 30.The next time you catch yourself thinking “this will just take a few minutes”, pause for a moment and remind
yourself of the planning fallacy. The goal is, however, not to become pessimistic about your capabilities, but to
become realistic about the complexities of the real world. Your future self will thank you.
28. What phenomenon does the planning fallacy mainly describe?
A. Anxiety over future plans. B. Frequent mistakes in daily life.
C. Misjudgment about task duration. D. Failure to reflect on past experiences.
29. What does the underlined word “omit” in paragraph 3 mean?
A. Meet. B. Accept. C. Handle.
D. Ignore.
30. Which of the following is a solution to the planning fallacy?
A. Dividing a project into smaller parts.
B. Doing more research before acting.
C. Adding at least five more minutes to a task.
D. Following the same time estimate as before.
31. What is the best title for the text?
A. How Perfectionism Fools Us. B. Closing the Planning Gap.
C. Why Realism Is So Important. D. Breaking the Deadline Cycle.
D
Throughout history, trees have played a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance. They absorb CO and
2
transform it into oxygen. But one of the challenges with this traditional carbon absorption is that the CO trees store
2
can be released back into the atmosphere when they die.
However, the discovery of certain trees in Kenya adds a new dimension to this natural process. These trees, also
found in several other countries, have been observed to transform CO into calcium oxalate. Then bacteria (细菌)
2
present in the trees and surrounding soil transform it further into calcium carbonate (碳酸钙), a primary component
of limestone and chalk. The unique process ensures that the CO is kept in solid form for much longer, even after the
2
tree’s life ends. This finding was emphasized by Mike Rowley from the University of Zurich at the Goldschmidt
Conference.
While the scientific community is optimistic about these findings, several challenges remain. The primary
concern is determining the exact amount of CO that these trees can transform throughout their lifetime. Without this
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accurate data, it is challenging to assess the full impact of this method globally. Understanding the ecological balance
and ensuring the preservation of biodiversity are crucial before worldwide planting of these trees. Cooperative
research efforts are needed to explore these aspects and develop a comprehensive strategy for using these trees as a
natural solution to climate change.
This discovery in Kenya invites us to reconsider the potential of natural processes in addressing environmental
challenges. While technological solutions to climate change are vital, integrating natural methods offers an
alternative approach. The unique ability of these trees presents a promising method for exploration.
The journey to fighting climate change is complex. As we dig deeper into understanding natural phenomena like
the Kenyan trees, we must ask ourselves: How can we make the best of the power of nature to create a sustainable
future for generations to come?
32. What is special about the trees found in Kenya?
A. They absorb more CO . B. They help turn CO into solids.
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C. They release oxygen quickly. D. They live in harmony with bacteria.33. What is the core challenge before applying the discovery globally?
A. Assessing the cost of the process. B. Understanding the impact on soil.
C. Quantifying the CO transformation. D. Collecting the data on biodiversity.
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34. What does the author try to explore in the last two paragraphs?
A. The seriousness of climate change. B. The method of green development.
C. The prospect of scientific approaches. D. The role of nature in climate solutions.
35. What can be a suitable title for the text?
A defensive Strategy in Nature B. A Recent Advance in CO Research
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C. Kenyan Trees: A Natural Carbon Lock D. Tree Planting: A Key to Ecological Balance
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。
Resolving Conflict in Friendships
Conflict is surely a common problem in life and friendships.___36_____ That’s because there isn’t enough
depth to guarantee all the trouble it takes to smooth over the disagreement. Unfortunately, even when the friendship
reaches a deeper level, conflict continues to happen and can break apart a relationship. Here are some resolutions.
Resolve it the day it happens. One rule my parents follow in their marriage is that they don’t go to bed angry
with each other. They always attempt to resolve things the day it happens so that in the morning, it’s a fresh start
with no past grudge (怨恨). I’ve found I need a short cool down period so that I don’t act in anger. ____37____
Whatever you do, don’t let things ride for too long.
_____38____ Sometimes if you sit down and talk things over, you begin to see where the other person is
coming from. Realize that everyone has been created differently with various talents, abilities, and personality traits.
For example, you might be a leader while your friend is more of a follower. You may be frustrated with him or her
for not being very decisive. Yet it is important to understand that each person is unique and needs to be appreciated.
Be active to seek for resolution. ____39_____ Even when you think the other person is wrong, it’s not a bad
thing to say “I’m sorry if I offended you in that way.” If you’re honest and genuine in delivering your words, there’s
a good chance your friend will respond positively.
Most importantly, be loving in what you do. Try to focus on peacefully resolving the disagreement. It is not a
most pleasant task to resolve conflict in any friendship. ____40____
A. Don’t expect too much.
B. Try to see from the other person’s perspective.
C. Be the first person in a fight to say sorry for your part.
D. Many shallow friendships end up being ruined after an argument.
E. To say sorry bravely when a conflict breaks out is a better resolution.
F. However, it is worth the efforts because it results in a deeper friendship.
G. For some, counting to one hundred before saying anything may be an option.
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。
Sixteen-year-old Priya stared at the robotics club’s “Innovation Challenge” poster—Solve a real-world problem
using technology. Her fingers brushed against the braille display (盲文显示屏) of her smartwatch — a birthday 41
after her vision began fading from retinitis pigmentosa (视网膜炎).During lunch break, an 42 sound pierced the cafeteria chatter — frantic flapping (疯狂的拍打). A
monarch butterfly was trapped 43 window glass. Priya located it using her smartwatch’s audio description app.
“Why do they keep getting 44 ?” she mused (沉思), 45 cupping the rescued insect.
That night, Priya’s coding session was 46 by her brother’s video game sounds. “Stop shooting imaginary
aliens and help 47 creatures!” she joked. The comment sparked an idea.
Using vibration sensors and machine learning, Priya designed “WingSpace” — networked devices that 48
trapped insects through their wing beat patterns. When triggered, they emitted (发出) specific frequencies to guide
creatures toward open 49 . Her prototype used recycled smartphone parts and piezoelectric speakers.
The school 50 dismissed her project as “niche”. But when Priya demonstrated WingSpace during spring
migration week, biology teachers gasped. Her sensors detected 87% of trapped insects, 51 human spot
checks. The system even identified three 52 species through their unique vibration signatures.
News spread. A local nature reserve 53 her technology, and Priya found herself explaining her invention
to
54 elementary students. “Sometimes,” she smiled, “solutions hide in the spaces between what we see and what we
feel.”
On graduation day, Priya adjusted her dark glasses, listening to the monarchs fluttering past the auditorium’s
open windows — each wing beat a tiny victory 55 .
41．A．memory B．prize C．reward D ．
gift
42．A．unexpected B．soft C．pleasant D．familiar
43．A．under B．behind C．against D．below
44．A．lost B．stuck C．hurt D．sick
45．A．carelessly B．angrily C．carefully D．nervously
46．A．interrupted B．improved C．protected D．recorded
47．A．strange B．tiny C．wild D．real
48．A．detect B．follow C．attract D．feed
49．A．doors B．windows C．holes D．spaces
50．A．finally B．suddenly C．initially D．recently
51．A．breaking B．outperforming C．violating D．overstating
52．A．dangerous B．unknown C．endangered D．common
53．A．adapted B．adopted C．avoided D．admired
54．A．wide-eyed B．sleepy C．bored D．naughty
55．A．sign B．story C．dance D．song
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。
Mount Tai, a towering peak in Shandong province, China, is renowned for its steep landscape with over 7,000
steps. Climbing this mountain is challenging, especially for 56 elderly and people with mobility issues.
However, AI-powered exoskeletons (外骨骼机器人) are making the journey simpler. These robotic legs, 57
(weigh) only 1.8 kilograms, are designed to wrap around users’ waists and thighs, offering assistance 58 (ease)
the burden on legs at the same time. Developed by Taishan Cultural Tourism Group and Kenqing Technology, the
exoskeletons debuted during the Spring Festival, attracting over 200 users. Users 59 (report) feeling like
someone was pulling them uphill, making the climb much easier. However, some users mentioned 60
(convenience) in using the device for activities like tying shoelaces or using the bathroom.Despite these issues, the exoskeletons are seen 61 a “true blessing” for senior citizens and the mobility-
impaired. This innovation not only aids mountain climbing 62 also highlights potential applications in elderly
care, a growing market in China, 63 the population of seniors is rapidly increasing.
The smart elderly care market was estimated at 6.8 trillion yuan in 2024. Kenqing Technology, the co-
developer, is eyeing this vast market now and has launched an exoskeleton 64 (specific) designed for elderly
users. To fully unlock the potential of elderly care robots, industry insiders told Xinhua News Agency that stronger
policy support is needed to scale up their production while keeping prices 65 (afford) for all.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
假定你是李华，你的英国笔友Michael对中国文化和旅游兴趣浓厚。你得知名为“Discover China”的旅行
团将于今年暑期组织为期两周的深度游。请你用英语写一封电子邮件，向他介绍以下信息并鼓励报名：
1.基本信息 (出发时间、行程城市及特色体验)；
2. 报名方式及截止日期。
注意:
1.写作词数应为80个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
Dear Michael,
Best wishes,
Li Hua
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。
As a teenager, I longed for popularity among my class. The desire to stand out consumed me. Toby’s raised
hands always lit up teachers’ eyes. Josh, the basketball star, pulled cheers from the crowd with every shot. And
George could walk into a silent room and start conversations with everyone around him. I envied them all.
“Maybe I would be visible when I climbed my way to the top of every exam ranking,” I thought. To stand out
academically, I doubled my effort. I spent every minute trying to be number one. Whenever classmates asked for
help, I would close my textbook and lied. “Sorry, I don’t get it either,” terrified they would outperform me.
Mr. White, our head teacher, noticed. “Real respect grows when you lift others up, Vik.” But I dismissed his
words-grades were my only currency.
The school was organizing a relay race for the upcoming sports day, and our class was making the team. The
monitor turned to me with hopeful eyes. “Vik, you have to be on our team!” But I shook my head, “No way, I can’t
afford to waste time on that. I have studies to do.” He tried to reason, “It’s just one afternoon, and it’s for the class!”
Yet I stood firm, my mind fixed on my academic goals.
Mr. White saw the whole exchange and called me aside, “Vik, life isn’t just about books and grades. The relay
isn’t just a race; it’s a chance to build teamwork.” I was too blind to see his point.
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。
Eventually, I ranked first in the mid-exam, expecting cheers and congratulations.
I realized what I should do.
