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【灿烂六月·高考金8 卷】
         备战2026 年高考英语模拟卷03(江苏特供卷)
注意事项:
1.答卷前,考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。
2.回答选择题时,选出每小题答案后,用铅笔把答题卡对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动,用橡皮
擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时,将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
3.考试结束后,将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分 30 分)
第一节(共5 小题;每小题1 分,满分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。
【来源】江苏省澄宜六校联盟2025-2026 学年高三上学期10 月学情调研英语试题
1.When will the woman meet Dr. Green?
A.At 3:30.
B.At 4:00.
C.At 4:30.
2.What is the woman busy doing?
A.Writing a book.
B.Doing her homework.
C.Making an experiment.
3.Why didn’t Jim go to the party last night?
A.He had to work.
B.He wasn’t invited.
C.He didn’t feel well.
4.Where does the conversation probably take place?
A.At the box office.
B.In a parking lot.
C.At a traffic stop.
5.What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A.The man’s neighbors.
B.The man’s family.
C.The man’s garden.
第二节(共15 小题;每小题1 分,满分15 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。
听第6 段材料,回答6~7 小题。
【来源】江苏省镇江一中、镇江中学、南京市部分学校2025-2026 学年高三上学期10 月月考英语试题
6.Which course will Alice take?
A.A fitness course.
B.A programming course.
C.A writing course.
7.When will Alice attend her first class?
A.In mid-September.
B.In late September.
C.In early October.
听第7 段材料,回答8~10 小题。
【来源】江苏省扬州市七校联考2025-2026 学年高三上学期10 月月考英语试题
8.Where does the conversation take place?
A.In a club.
B.In a studio.
C.At a bus station.
9.What is unavailable on the buses?
A.Cooking equipment.
B.Cold drinks.
C.Music.
10.What do guests need to do in the usual parties?
A.Wear particular clothes. B.Spend all the time on the bus.
C.Buy VIP club tickets themselves.
听第8 段材料,回答11~13 小题。
【来源】江苏省盐城市四校2025-2026 学年高三上学期第一次质量检测英语试卷
11.What classes does Seven Island Sports Center mainly offer?
A.Swimming.
B.Yoga.
C.Dancing.
12.How many days per week can an Under Super member use the facilities?
A.Four.
B.Six.
C.Seven.
13.Which membership does the man decide on?
A.Under Super.
B.Middle Class.
C.Low Class.
听第9 段材料,回答14~17 小题。
【来源】江苏省南京市鼓楼区金陵中学2025-2026 学年高三上学期10 月月考英语试题
14.What does the man like about the summer festival?
A.Swimming in the pool.
B.Barbecuing with friends.
C.Watching the parade.
15.Why doesn’t the man like traditional holidays?
A.They happen in uncomfortable places.
B.They are too expensive to afford.
C.They feel like a requirement.
16.How does the woman’s family celebrate traditional holidays?
A.By making gifts for each other.
B.By buying expensive things.
C.By holding a pool party.
17.What does the woman imply in the end?
A.Families can have their own ways of celebrating holidays.
B.Traditional holidays are more comfortable.
C.Gifts are better than promises.
听第10 段材料,回答18~20 小题。
【来源】江苏省无锡市三校联考2025-2026 学年高三上学期10 月月考英语试题
18.What makes the speaker a frequent visitor to tea houses?
A.Their tea.
B.Their atmosphere.
C.Their service.
19.What has the speaker done in the tea house?
A.Settle an argument.
B.Learn Sichuan Opera.
C.Talk about business.
20.Why does the speaker think tea houses have powerful social function?
A.People can chat for a day there.
B.They have a lot of performances.
C.People pay little money.
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
【来源】江苏省镇江南京联盟校2025-2026 学年高三上学期10 月月考英语试题
Hainan province is the most popular tropical resort in China, with over 300 days of sunshine a year and a 
wide variety of water sports and activities.
Qilou Old Street, Haikou
Haikou’s Qilou Old Street is perhaps the most impressive arcade architecture in China. The oldest building, 
Sipai Building, dating back some 600 years to the Southern Song Dynasty, has won the title of “China’s Famous 
Historical and Cultural Street”. It features a stylish combination of European and Asian architecture, with Indian and 
Arabic influences. The delicate carvings and decorations on the handrails, door frames and window frames are in the 
Baroque style.
Riyue Bay, Wanning
Riyue Bay, or Sun and Moon Bay, is one of China’s top-class surfing destinations. The crescent-shaped, 5-
kilometer bay features crystal-clear waters with an annual average temperature of around 26 degrees Celsius, 
offering year-round surfing conditions. From October to March, rolling two-meter waves crash with power and 
consistency, creating a six-month season ideal for both professional surfers and beginners. It hosts 23 surf clubs, 
attracting wave riders from home and abroad for competitions and leisure.
Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone
Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone, the most exciting Buddhist land, has three themed parks. Nanshan Buddhism 
Culture Park is a window onto China’s traditional Buddhism culture; Felicity and Longevity Culture Park reflects an 
atmosphere of peace, harmony and longevity; Nanshan Cultural Park highlights China’s diverse social customs. It 
integrates beautiful scenery with cultural ingredients covering Buddhist culture, folk customs, historic legends and 
landscape architecture.
Boundary Island
Boundary Island, like a horse’s saddle, is the climatic boundary between south and north, and the cultural 
boundary between different ethnic groups such as Li, Miao and Hui. It provides numerous activities for tourists, 
including diving, sea-fishing, motor-boating and seabed sightseeing. It also offers many maritime attractions such as 
the sole submarine for seabed sightseeing in China, the country’s only dolphin cove, where wild marine aquatic 
animals are domesticated, a globally rare coral aquarium that shows living coral and coral specimens.
21.Who would most likely visit Qilou Old Street, Haikou?
A.A history lover eager to explore architecture.
B.A surfer looking for the perfect wave.
C.A family interested in water activities.
D.A traveler seeking spiritual enlightenment.
22.Why is Riyue Bay ideal for surfing from October to March?
A.The bay is just right in length.
B.The water temperature is warm.
C.There are many attractive surf clubs.
D.The waves are powerful and consistent.
23.What makes Boundary Island unique?
A.It offers the longest submarine ride in China.
B.It is a meeting point of climates and cultures.
C.It is shaped like a crescent moon reflecting peace.
D.It is home to the world’s biggest coral aquarium.
B
【来源】江苏省南京市七校联合体联考2025-2026 学年高三上学期10 月月考英语试题
Yesterday at the grocery store, my son and I were picking up just the essentials: rice, oatmeal, apples, and 
beans. Seeing him quietly staring at the candy aisle, I decided to let him choose a bar for himself — it had been so 
long since he’d had a treat, with money being especially tight these days. He was silently looking at it so longingly 
and his face lit up the moment I told him he could take one. 
When it was our turn to pay, my card got declined not once, but twice. I hadn’t realized that a bill had gone 
through and put us in the negative. A wave of embarrassment washed over me and the cashier’s impatient expression 
only made it worse. I felt so defeated because things were already hard enough and it felt like we just couldn’t catch 
a break. After apologizing, we had to abandon our groceries and walk out empty-handed. 
The weight of the moment settled heavily on me. Life had already felt like an uphill battle, and this just 
seemed like one more blow. What pained me most was that my son had witnessed it all. I apologized for not being 
able to get his candy, and he simply replied, “It’s okay, Daddy. I don’t want it.” It just broke my heart hearing him 
say that. 
Just as we reached our car, the man who had been behind us in line rushed towards us. He handed me our bag 
of groceries — including that candy bar — and explained he’d covered everything. He added quietly that he’d been 
in my shoes before. I choked up, thanking him as sincerely as I could. As they walked away, I couldn’t help but 
bawl in the car, my son seemingly frightened. In the moment of deep discouragement, a stranger’s kindness had 
broken through — like a silver lining in the gray sky.
24.Why did the little boy stare at the candy aisle quietly?
A.He knew his father’s credit card didn’t work.
B.He was wondering which candy bar to choose.
C.He might be aware of his father’s tight budget.
D.He thought his father would definitely refuse his request.
25.Why did the author feel defeated after leaving the store?
A.The cashier was very rude to him.
B.His son was crying uncontrollably.
C.He forgot to buy the candy bar for his son.
D.He felt hopeless about his financial situation.
26.What can we infer from the son’s response to his father’s apology?
A.He was scared of his father’s reaction.
B.He was trying to make his father feel better.
C.He thought the candy bar was too expensive. D.He never liked the candy bar in the first place.
27.The underlined word “bawl” in the passage is closest in meaning to ________.
A.cry loudly
B.laugh suddenly
C.sigh deeply
D.speak angrily
C
【来源】江苏省苏州市姑苏区苏州大学附属中学2025-2026 学年高三年级上学期10 月月考英语试题
For centuries, we’ve pursued happiness and meaning. But what does that leave out? As a social psychologist, I 
have dedicated my research career to a simple, but universal question: what makes for a good life, and how can we 
achieve it? 
For much of human history, we have been presented with two possibilities:pursuing a life of happiness, or a 
life of meaning. Each of these paths has its benefits, but decades of psychological research have also revealed their 
limits. 
Ask the Danes and Finns, who consistently rank among the happiest people in the world, what their secret is 
and they’ll tell you this:lower your expectations and be content with what you have. It sounds good, doesn’t it? But 
it leaves something out. It’s a bit like being a college student who only takes easy courses to be sure of getting good 
grades. Might there be more to life than simple pleasures and cozy comfort? 
Then there’s the meaningful life. We often imagine that meaning flows from trying to change the world like 
Steve Jobs. Once again, the research shows that lowering your sights and focusing on the little things can offer a 
more achievable sense of meaning. Often people find it in routines like taking care of family, or volunteering in the 
community. But there is also a dark side to the pursuit of meaning:researchers have found that it can encourage 
people to draw sharp lines between those who belong in their group and those who don’t. 
My research lab mapped out a third route to fulfillment:psychological richness. A psychologically rich life is 
one filled with diverse, unusual and interesting experiences that change your perspective; a life with twists and 
turns;a life that feels like a long, winding hike rather than many laps of the same racing circuit. Such experiences can 
make us tougher. Not only that, embracing the pursuit of psychological richness can make us less likely to regret: it 
matters less if the thing you did went wrong. 
Perhaps no one said it better than Eleanor Roosevelt: “The purpose of life, after all, is to live it, to taste 
experience to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear .”
28.What is revealed about pursuing happiness or meaning?
A.Their benefits outweigh the limits.
B.They are equally difficult to achieve.
C.Both paths have limits despite their benefits.
D.Most people prioritize happiness over meaning.
29.What does the example of “a college student” show in paragraph 3?
A.Gratitude is essential for a happy life.
B.We should live up to others’ expectations.
C.Happiness requires academic achievement.
D.Life means more than leisure and comfort.
30.What can be inferred from paragraph 4 about the pursuit of meaning?
A.Its negative effect might weaken social unity in the long run.
B.It is more achievable through grand ambitions than small actions.
C.Volunteering is the most effective way to gain a sense of meaning.
D.People who pursue meaning often neglect their family responsibilities.
31.What is the author’s main purpose in writing this article?
A.To promote Roosevelt’s life philosophy.
B.To introduce a new concept of life fulfillment.
C.To criticize traditional psychological research.
D.To compare different cultural views on happiness.
D
【来源】江苏省部分高中2025-2026 学年高三上10 月阶段性检测英语试题
Many parents habitually view online games as mere entertainment or even a distraction from reality, often 
associating them with screen addiction or unproductive pastimes. However, a recent significant event strongly 
proves that games are not so-called “electronic waste”, but can provide warmth and even save lives at critical 
moments. 
The heartwarming incident unfolded during a round of “Eggy Party’s” popular “Identify the Imposter” (揪出
捣蛋鬼) mode. The situation turned serious when an 8-year-old player activated the emergency meeting feature. As 
soon as his microphone connected, other players were met not with normal talk, but with the distressing sound of 
violent coughing and labored, wheezing breaths. The boy managed to explain, “I might not be able to continue 
playing... I’m having an asthma (哮喘) attack. My parents are out, and I’ve run out of my asthma medicine.” At first, 
some players were doubtful. But when they heard his breathing get worse and he could barely speak, they became 
worried. They asked him to find a neighbour, but the boy said that in his village, the nearest house was too distant to 
hear a call for help. This made them even more afraid. Players began frantically typing questions into the chat, 
urging him to provide his home address. However, the only response was an unsettling silence — he was no longer 
able to reply. Panicked and feeling a profound sense of urgency, one of the players wisely contacted the game’s 
customer service. In the early hours of the following morning, the official “Eggy Party” account posted an update, 
confirming that local police had been informed, the child had been successfully located, and most importantly, he 
was out of danger and safe. 
The game’s positive role goes beyond this single event, Eggy Party has partnered with groups to support 
China’s space industry, raising money and sparking young people’s interest in science. In a remarkable tribute to this 
partnership, an Eggy was carried aboard the Shenzhou-19 spacecraft, a powerful symbol of how the virtual world 
can connect with national ambitions. Furthermore, the game has taken part in national projects fighting poverty. On 
the cultural side, through the “National Treasures Homecoming” theme of its Season 26, it gently weaves in ideas 
about cultural heritage, building a strong sense of pride among its many young users, especially those under the age 
of 8. 
As one netizen commented, “Eggy Party deserves the high praise. It’s these actions that have made it the 
game with the most daily players, a record still unbroken.” This story shows us that while online worlds have risks, 
they can also offer protection and community. It reminds us to see the positive side of these virtual spaces, where 
players can come together to do good.
32.Why does the author mention parents’ common views in the first paragraph?
A.To criticize parents’ outdated views.
B.To highlight the risks of online games.
C.To contrast with a real-life example.
D.To argue for stricter gaming regulations.
33.What can be inferred from the rescue incident described in the text?
A.The voice chat was designed for emergencies.
B.Players can cooperate to handle urgent situations.
C.Rural children need closer supervision online.
D.Players can always identify real emergencies.
34.What is the main idea of the third paragraph?
A.The game’s diverse amusement value.
B.The game’s role beyond entertainment.
C.The game’s projects with the space industry. D.The game’s user spending strategies.
35.Which of the following would be the best title for the passage?
A.Virtual Dangers: Asthma Because of Online Gaming.
B.Game Analysis: Understanding Eggy Party’s Core Features.
C.Time Control: Why Parents Should Limit Gaming Hours.
D.Beyond Play: When a Game became a Real-life’s Savior.
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。
【来源】江苏省无锡市2025-2026 学年高三上学期11 月期中调研测试英语试题
Have you felt tired and frustrated by your schedule or workload lately? If so, you may be overcommitted (过
载的). Overcommitment occurs when you push your boundaries and take on more duties than you can handle at 
once.     36     There are plenty of solutions to stop it.
Think before you commit. Before you say “yes” to something, take some time to evaluate the commitment 
and your schedule. Can you add this task or activity to your list? Is it something you can complete without stretching 
yourself too thin?     37    
Set boundaries and stick to them. Making clear boundaries for your professional and personal life is a great 
and healthy way to avoid overcommitment.     38     This can be as simple as turning off your phone at a 
specific point each night or leaving work behind at the office.
    39     Not everything is set in stone. If a new duty comes around that’s more important than others, do 
your best to rearrange your to-do list. For instance, when you receive an email from your boss asking you to 
complete an assignment for tomorrow morning’s meeting by the end of the day, you can replace the time to work on 
a task due at the end of the week with the high-priority task.
Ask for help when you need it. There’s no shame in getting a little extra help now and then, especially when 
you’re stressed out. Don’t hesitate to reach out to your boss, coworker, or loved one if you need an extra hand with a 
commitment.     40     It is important to remember that it is not weak to ask for help. In fact, it shows that you 
are strong enough to voice your own needs.
A.Accommodate to a tight schedule.
B.Adjust your commitments to your schedule.
C.Ask these questions to help decide which task is your top priority.
D.You know your limits, so set them to protect your overall well-being.
E.While many people face overcommitment, it doesn’t have to be a permanent feeling.
F.Sometimes, having even the smallest thing taken off your plate can make a big difference.
G.Ask yourself these questions to help decide whether or not a commitment is worth your energy.
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。
【来源】江苏省南京航空航天大学苏州附属中学2025-2026 学年高三年级第一学期10 月月考英语试题
Mr. Dalton taught us plane geometry (平面几何) 37 years ago. I was a quiet kid, neither getting in much 
trouble nor getting     41    . Somehow, plane geometry really     42     for me in his class.
Toward the end of the year, Mr. Dalton wanted to     43     our knowledge and gave us a 25-question 
true/false nationally standardized test. The test presented each problem with a conclusion shown. We were required 
to write out the     44     using our theorems (定理).
I completed 24 problems quickly, but number seventeen was a lion     45     I spent thirty minutes on that 
proof and     46     I pulled it off with all my efforts. With     47     I marked the question true and handed 
in the test.
The next day I got my score, a 96, and number seventeen was     48     wrong When Mr. Dalton asked if 
there were any questions, for the first time, my hand     49    .
Instead of     50     this was a nationally standardized test and that there couldn’t be any     51    . 
Mr. Dalton did the most powerful thing I’ve ever seen a teacher do: he held out the chalk to me with an encouraging 
smile. Murmurs spread through the classroom — some classmates exchanged     52     glances, while others 
leaned forward, curiosity sparking in their eyes. I was hesitant for a moment, then went to the board and 
demonstrated my proof, using the whole board and three different colors of chalk. In the end, everyone clapped. Mr. 
Dalton gave     53     for my answer, and I ended up with a full mark.
When I returned 37 years later to visit him again, Alzheimer’s (阿尔茨海默氏症) had     54     his mind, 
but he still wore a happy grin.
I have been grateful to Mr. Dalton, for I could     55     have remained silent rather than challenging his 
authority or speaking up when I think I’m right.
41.A.punished
B.noticed
C.confused
D.caught
42.A.clicked
B.existed
C.accounted
D.twisted
43.A.expand
B.further
C.evaluate
D.witness
44.A.result
B.reasoning
C.category
D.principle
45.A.out of control B.ahead of time
C.above average
D.in the way
46.A.gradually
B.eventually
C.mostly
D.constantly
47.A.depression
B.satisfaction
C.embarrassment
D.fascination
48.A.proved
B.entitled
C.detected
D.marked
49.A.shot up
B.took up
C.came up
D.got up
50.A.suspecting
B.admitting
C.implying
D.arguing
51.A.reasons
B.methods
C.conclusions
D.mistakes
52.A.sceptical
B.cheerful
C.admiring
D.indifferent
53.A.fame
B.scholarship
C.credit
D.faith
54.A.claimed
B.undergone
C.lowered
D.crossed
55.A.merely
B.therefore
C.otherwise
D.still
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。
【来源】江苏省常州市金坛区常州市金坛区第一中学2025-2026 学年高三上学期11 月月考英语试题
Woodcarving, an ancient craft with     56     (globe) cultural significance, involves shaping wood into 
delicate designs and figures. Dating back thousands of years in China, this art     57     (consider) a valuable 
traditional art, reflecting rich craftsmanship and symbolism.
Craftsmen employ different techniques like relief carving and sculpture in the round, each     58 
 
(require) distinct skills and tools. Faced with such demanding work, these craftsmen often remind     59 
 
(they) to stay patient, as even a small mistake could ruin hours of work. At the same time, many traditional tools like 
gouges ( 凿子) remain essential, which demonstrates the craft’s respect for time-honored methods,     60 
 
modern tools are gradually being adopted for efficiency.
For example, in Chaoshan, Guangdong, woodcarving decorates furniture and temples,     61     (deep) 
serving both artistic and symbolic purposes. Ethnic groups like the Zhuang integrate traditional patterns that often 
describe traditional stories or natural elements, conveying     62     (wish) for happiness and harmony. 
Dongyang woodcarving, represented by the contemporary artist Lu Guangzheng, gains worldwide     63 
 
(recognize).
Today, woodcarving,     64     aim is to encourage new generations of craftsmen, adapts to modern trends 
when preserving tradition, standing     65     a living example of human creativity and cultural continuity.
第四部分 写作(共两节, 满分40 分)
第一节(满分15 分)
【来源】江苏省无锡市2025-2026 学年高三上学期11 月期中调研测试英语试题
66.假定你是李华,本学期你选修了你校外教Chris 开设的“西方艺术欣赏”课程,但你发现许多同学课堂
参与度不高。请你给他写一封邮件,内容包括:
1.分析原因;
2.提出建议。
注意:
1.词数80 左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Chris,
I’m a student in your Western Art Appreciation course this term. 
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Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25 分)
67.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。
【来源】江苏省南京市七校联合体联考2025-2026 学年高三上学期10 月月考英语试题
Every morning, Maya stood in front of the mirror, adjusting her hair, smoothing her blouse, checking her face 
one more time. “Do I look fine?” she would ask herself again and again. 
At school, she felt invisible. Not like Lily, who wore stylish clothes and laughed loudly in the hallway. Not 
like Ben, who answered every question loudly, casually and confidently. “Why can’t I be more like them?” she 
thought to herself. 
Last week, the school announced the annual speech contest—Find Your Voice. Maya’s heart jumped. She had 
written poems in secret for years—about stars, silence, and the way light falls through leaves. This could be her 
chance to be heard. 
Still, she hesitated. 
She watched Lily sign up with a smile, Ben with a confident wave. No one else seemed afraid. 
That night, she opened her notebook. She read her own poems—once, twice. Her voice was soft, but the 
words felt true. 
The next day, she took a deep breath and added her name to the list. 
The night before the tryouts, she practiced in her room. “I believe…” she began—then stopped. Her hands 
trembled. She tried again, but her throat closed up. 
On the day of the tryouts, she arrived early. One by one, students performed—bold, loud, even funny. Some 
made the judges laugh. Then it was her turn. 
She stood up. The room went quiet. She opened her mouth—but nothing came out. Her face burned. Her 
hands shook. She whispered, “Sorry,” and ran out. 
In an empty art room, she sat on the floor, head in her hands. 
“Hey.”
She looked up. It was Mr. Chen, the drama teacher, holding a cup of tea. “Tough moment?” he asked, sitting 
beside her. 
Maya nodded, eyes wet. “I wanted to say something real... but I froze.”
Mr. Chen smiled gently. “Sometimes the quietest voices have the most to say.” He paused. “You don’t have to 
be loud to be heard.”
Mr. Chen took Maya’s notebook and paged through it. 
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The next afternoon in the classroom, Maya stood before her fellow classmates. 
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