江苏省苏州八校2026届高三12月联考英语试题(详解版)

江苏省苏州八校2026届高三12月联考英语试题

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。每段对话读两遍。

1. What does the woman mean?

A. She refuses to buy new curtains.B. She accepts Susie's suggestion.C. She objects to moving their bed.

2. What did the woman and her sister often do during summer vacations?

A. They flew kites.B. Theywatched TV.C. They camped in the field.

3. How does the man sound?

A. Grateful.B. Caring.C. Scared.

4. Where do they plan to go tonight?

A. To a bar.B. To the woman's house.C. To a supermarket.

5. What might Barbara be?

A. A news anchor.B. A travel vlogger.C. A web designer.

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，回答第6和第7两个小题。

6. Why does the woman look so energetic?

A. She got her favorite music.B. She went for a morning run. C. She played with new friends.

7. What does the man plan to do?

A. Try jogging.B. Find a fitness coach.C. Download some music.

听下面一段对话，回答第8至第10三个小题。

8. How old is Calvin now?

A. 16 years old.B.26 years old.C.35 years old.

9. Where did the woman go last Sunday night?

A. A theater.B. The man's home.C. A friend's house.

10. Why was the final performance of the show special?

A. Some famous singers watched it.B. The creator gave a speech after it.C. Many former actors returned to it.

听下面一段对话、回答第11至第13三个小题。

11. For what occasion does the woman make the cake?

A. A festival.B. A wedding.C. A birthday.

12. What does the man put in the cake mix?

A. Lemonade.B. Apple juice.C. Bread pieces.

13. What will the speakers do next ?

A. Taste the cake mix.B. Put some salt in the cake.C. Bake the cake.

听下面一段对话，回答第14至第17四个小题。

14. How did the man notice the problem first?

A. His bank called him.B. His bill showed him.C. His credit card was stolen.

15. What did the bank do to fix the problem?

A. They gave the man his money back at once.

B. They decided to talk to the bank's owner.

C. They asked the man to provide evidence.

16. What might have caused the problem according to the man?

A. Online shopping.B. Overdue debt.C. Private movies.

17. What do the two speakers mainly talk about?

A. Shopping habits.B. Money management.C. Information safety.

听下面一段独白，回答第18至第20三个小题。

18. What organizations used to have a lot of power?

A. Newspapers and publishers.B. Universities and bookstores.C. Libraries and printing companies.

19. Why do many city people like e-books?

A.They are cheaper.B. They are more user-friendly. C. They are more interesting.

20. What can we learn about Border's Group?

A. They were bought by a tech company.

B. They used to have more than 600 stores.

C. They have made billions of dollars this year.

第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分）

第一节 阅读理解（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

JOAN GREEN HIGH SCHOOL

ASSESSMENT TASK DESCRIPTION

Year 11 History: Understanding the Modern World (Task 2)

21. What do students need to include in their analytical essay?

A. The number of class resources used in the research.

B. The reasons why the two movements spread widely.

C. The predicted long-term effects of the two revolutions.

D. The influence of the two revolutions on today's environment.

22. What is the consequence of a late submission?

A. It may be treated as non-submission.B. The Head will award a lower score.

C. The student will receive late feedback.D. The teacher may permit an extension.

23. How many items are required to be submitted for the final assessment?

A. One.B. Two. C. Three .D. Four.

B

Forty years ago, Yin Yuzhen arrived at her new home in a vast desert in northern China. Her new house lay half buried under sand dunes, Strong winds howled, and terrible heat made life extremely difficult. While many people would have fled, Yuzhen chose to stay."I would rather die planting trees than live buried by the desert," she said, beginning a lifelong battle against the harsh environment.

Yuzhen and her husband worked tirelessly to afford young trees. She slept only a few hours each night, her hands and arms covered in wounds from her hard work. After many trials, she finally found a successful method. She first planted shrubs and grasses to hold the soil. Then, she planted taller trees like poplars and pines to protect the fruit trees inside. Slowly, her efforts paid off. The barren land transformed into a green oasis. Over four decades, she has turned over 70,000 acres of desert into woodland, becoming a symbol of China's large-scale tree-planting project.

Yuzhen's story also inspired an American teacher, Donald Jones. In 2015, he traveled to meet her and joined her team. He learned to plant trees, working hard under difficult conditions. He planted over 2,000trees and formed a deep bond with Yuzhen, calling her his "sister". Their friendship showed that environmental protection is a shared mission that connects people across borders.

Yuzhen's personal effort is part of a much larger picture. China is making significant progress in protecting the environment. In the past 20 years, a quarter of the world's newly added green areas have come from China. The country has met its 2030 goals for forest growth and solar and wind power capacity years ahead of schedule. These achievements show China's leading role and consistent commitment to a sustainable future.

The message from Yuzhen's story is profound: whether it is planting trees or developing clean energy, every effort shares the same vision. Green development is not just China's choice, but its contribution to the entire planet. Challenges like sandstorms know no borders. By working together, humanity can create not only oases in the desert but also a greener, cleaner world for all.

24. What made Yin Yuzhen decide to stay in the desert instead of fleeing?

A. Her husband's strong encouragement.B. Her determination to fight desertification.

C. The hope of making a living by planting. D. The attraction of having a home in sands.

25. Which of the following best describes Yin Yuzhen's tree-planting method?

A. Relying on green oases for irrigation water.

B. Planting tall trees first to block strong winds.

C. Focusing on fruit trees to improve economic benefits.

D. Using a layered approach to stabilize and green the land.

26. Why is Donald Jones mentioned in the passage?

A. To show the global influence of Yin Yuzhen's story.

B. To indicate cross-border relationships are easy to form.

C. To introduce an effective tree-planting technique from the US.

D. To explain the difficulty of international environmental cooperation.

27. What is the best title of the text?

A. When Green Mission Crosses Borders B. AWoman's 40-Year War on the Desert

C. China's Green Efforts: Growing Hope for the Globe D. The Seed of Change: Personal Pursuit of Green Life

C

We often think of confidence as a purely internal mental state, but groundbreaking neuroscience reveals that our body posture directly and rapidly shapes our brain function, stress levels, and willingness to take risks. This bidirectional link between body and mind, known as embodied cognition, shows that adopting "high-power" postures --- open, expansive, and occupying space --- can chemically and neurologically equip us for challenge.

A 2025 study published in Nature Communications used a combination of fMRI brain scanning, hormone sampling, and behavioral economic games to trace this real-time effect. Researchers found that when participants held expansive postures for just two minutes, their brain activity shifted dramatically. There was increased connectivity between the prefrontal cortex (involved in planning and regulation) and the brain's reward circuits, while activity in the amygdala（杏仁核）, a key fear center, wasreduced."The brain doesn't just command the body; the body's posture sends immediate signals back that restructure the brain's priorities from avoidance to approach," explains the lead author.

Currently, hormonal changes were measured: brief periods of "power posing" led to a mild increase in testosterone (linked to confidence) and a significant decrease in cortisol (linked to stress). This state is associated with resilience under pressure. In the following decision-making tasks, these participants were 28% more likely to choose a high-risk,high- reward option compared to those who had held contracted, low-power postures.

This research has profound, immediate significance for high-risk moments in a student's life --- from walking into an important exam to preparing for a presentation. However, the lead researcher cautions that posture is a tool, not a magic trick."The effect is real and physiological（生理的）, but it works best as a short-term preparatory strategy to access a more resourceful state. It doesn't replace competence or preparation, but it can ensure your biological state doesn't weaken them."The ultimate insight is one of control: we are not passive victims of our nervousness; we can use our own physiology as a gateway to access confidence, changing performance anxiety by starting with the body to influence the mind.

28. What can we learn from Paragraph 1?

A. High-power postures improve problem-solving skills.

B. Confidence is mainly determined by internal psychology.

C. Embodied cognition helps regulate brain-body interaction.

D. Body posture directly influences people's cognition and emotion.

29. What method was used in the 2025 study?

A. Collecting self-reported psychological data.B. Measuring long-term hormone level changes.

C. Combining neural scanning with behavioral tests.D. Tracking brain activity through daily posture monitoring.

30. The lead researcher may agree that power posing ________ .

A. can make up for lack of professional ability B. is a reliable way to build lasting confidence

C. has slight real physiological effects on people D. serves as a temporary aid to actual competence

31. What does the text mainly talk about?

A. Different body postures' effects on physical health.

B. The link between body posture and mental functioning.

C. Scientific findings on mental stress reduction methods.

D. Body language's role in managing performance anxiety.

D

Driverless taxis have turned from science fiction into daily reality in San Francisco and Shenzhen. Between April and June, Waymo completed 2.2 million autonomous trips in California --- five times more than in 2024. Baidu delivered the same number across 16 Chinese cities, doubling its previous figures. These figures show a big change in city transport, promising safer roads and less traffic.

But this future is limited to a few places. In most Western countries, rules block self-driving taxi services. This creates a sharp split between cities that welcome innovation and those stuck with old transport systems.

The rules create two main problems. First, they slow down technical progress, American companies must get permission from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to build cars without pedals or steering wheels --- parts humans don't need when AI drives. The NHTSA also limits each company to only 2,500 such cars per year, blocking the large-scale rollout. Second, local laws directly stop robotaxi services. New York's Taxi Commission bans autonomous vehicles from paid services. Boston lawmakers want a human safety operator in every car. In Europe, only a few countries allow testing.

These cautious policies come from two fears: robotaxis might crash into people or cars and take away drivers' jobs. Neither reason stands up to closer inspection.

On safety, early data tells a different story. A study shows Waymo produces 88% fewer property-damage claims and 92% fewer injury claims than human drivers. While other companies need to prove similar results and testing remains limited to simpler cities, the numbers clearly point to safer roads. The job-loss argument also fails. While driver replacement worries are politically powerful --- causing officials to set strict safety standards under protest pressure --- the public interest must come first. In San Francisco, robotaxis mainly replace private cars, not traditional taxis. Demand for human-driven cabs has stayed steady as they remain more available during busy times, showing the two services complementrather than replace each other.

Even with smart regulation, profit challenges remain. Each Waymo car costs $150,000 with its sensors and software. Mapping and testing may be too expensive for small European cities. Still, removing regulatory barriers would let companies expand, improve technology, and cut costs --- benefiting consumers who want safer city transport.

32. What can be inferred from the data in Paragraph 1?

A. Baidu serves more cities than Waymo.

B. Rootaxi technology is enjoying vigorous growth.

C. Robotaxis dominate urban transport in the US and China.

D. Waymo's annual growth rate is five times that of Baidu's.

33. What is Paragraph 3mainly about ?

A. Background details on robotaxi services.B. Future trends in transportation regulation.

C. Specific obstacles from relevant regulations.D. Comparisons of different robotaxi companies.

34. What does the underlined word "complement" in Paragraph 5 mean?

A. Supplement.B. Resemble.C. Conflict.D. Substitute .

35. What is the author's attitude towards the development of robotaxi services?

A. Favorable.B. Critical.C. Doubtful.D. Unbiased.

第二节 阅读七选五（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填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 

Many students no longer arrive at college --- even at highly selective, elite colleges --- prepared to read books.

The Atlantic

I'm an English teacher at a private college-preparatory school, and it sounded familiar. My students, too, now struggle to read long texts. Unaddressed, though, are changes to the broader high school context where reading for homework now occurs. Today, students with elite college desires have extracurricular schedules that demand more time than school itself._36As a result, teachers face considerable pressure from students, parents and school administrators to limit homework time. Teachers couldn't assign more than 10 pages of easy texts per class, harming students' ability to grasp a novel's meaning and structure. I see how anxious and exhausted my students are, but it's important for them to grow from immersive reading.37_

Anna Clark

San Diego, Calif.

As a professor, I agree with my colleagues who have noticed the declining literacy of American students at elite universities. 38In American universities, selection is carried out by admissions offices with little interest in the qualities that professors might consider desirable in a college student, let's say, interest and experience in reading. American admissions decisions are based on some qualities that have little to do with academic talent._39_Most personal statements primarily consist of a discussion of which books the student has read and what they learned from them._40When considered alongside the undergraduate selection process, the decline in literacy among American undergraduates is totally understandable.

Ione Fine

University of Washington. Seattle, Wash.

A. However, I am not sure if the schools are entirely to blame.

B. Students are then expected to discuss these books in more detail in an interview.

C. If we want students to read books, we should prioritize the time for them to do so.

D. But allowing students to select their books can help them fall in love with reading.

E. Ironically, reading more could translate into higher scores on standardized reading tests.

F. In contrast, British admissions are typically conducted by those teaching these students.

G. These commitments are necessary, in their eyes, to gain admission to selective colleges.

第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分30分）

第一节 完形填空（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 used to believe a packed calendar means a full life. My days were41, well ahead of time, for dinners out, exercise classes, trips to the cinema ---_42_ that I knew to be beneficial or rewarding.

Ihad been determined to make work less central to my life: I couldn't _43_myself just for work as I had so much else going on. But when the time came to _44_my plans, I found that I _45 not only how much it was possible, but also my _46_ to do so.

As my mood and energy levels continued to worsen, social occasions increasingly felt like another ---_47_--- something I had to do, rather than something I wanted to do. Arriving to have dinner with friends became _48_ to a work meeting; they registered the same in my calendar. It eventually dawned on me that scheduling far in advance was _49_ me of the opportunity to enjoy myself. I had made these plans from a _50_ standpoint, without allowing for the very real possibility that I would be51or tired.

Moving to Norwich helped me52this habit. Within months, I rediscovered the joy of free-flowing. My days were necessarily _53_, because I had fewer local friends. I was surprised by how much I benefited from spending more time alone. I was having interesting thoughts that I suspect would have failed me had I carried on at _54_pace.

My newly _55_ schedule also meant that, if I finished work for the day and felt like seeing a film, I could. I started to understand what all those self-help books meant about being your "true self".

41. A. lit up B. cut short C. booked up D. held back

42.A. activities B. tasks C. hobbies D. routines

43.A. calm B. drain C. relax D. encourage

44. A. make B. revise C. follow D. abandon

45. A. underlined B. disapproved C. endangered D. overestimated

46. A. caution B. enthusiasm C. pressure D. responsibility

47.A. duty B. favor C. honor D. pleasure

48. A. similar B. related C. contrary Dstagetic. essential

49.A. informing B. robbing C. convincing D. reminding

50.A. casual B. realistic C. theoretical D. strategic

51.A. stressed B. delighted C. relieved D. determined

52. A. keep B. break C. cultivate D. document

53.A. fuller B. busier C. emptier D. longer

54.A. steady B. gentle C. regular D. breakneck

55. A. updated B. crowded C. detailed D. cleared

第二节 语法填空（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。

China's Global Image Reflects Its Cultural Confidence

China aims to boost its soft power by enhancing the appeal of Chinese culture during the 15^th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030). In recent years, with video games, films and toys serving as dynamic 56(carry) of traditional Chinese culture, works like the game Black Myth: Wukong and the animations Ne Zha: Demon Child Conquers the Sea and Ne Zha II57(gain) global success. They prove that Chinese cultural narratives are striking international audiences increasingly,_58(back) by widespread recognition of Chinese culture's contemporary value.

To sustain this trend, China must draw inspiration59its cultural heritage and present it in modern, audience- friendly forms. Reinterpreting tradition through modern art, integrating classical ideas into current society, and60(turn) cultural wisdom into practical solutions are key to keeping these traditions alive and relevant.

Traditional Chinese culture is a foundation of national cohesion（凝聚力）and a wellspring of wisdom, fueling unity, creativity and development. As China is modernizing, its culture 61(evolve) too --- rooted in tradition yet open to 62_(innovative) and global exchanges.

With China's growing economic strength and global influence, interest in its culture is on 63rise. By sharing historical sites, classic literature and art, China offers the world 64(diversity) ways to understand its civilization. Still, misunderstandings and external pressures persist. Thus, enhancing international communication ability is vital, By strengthening cultural confidence and storytelling skills, China can shape a global narrative65truly reflects its character, values and aspirations.

第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）

第一节 应用文写作（满分15分）

假定你校上周举办了"写给银杏的悄悄话"校园主题活动，同学们将心里话写在卡片上，亲手挂到校园的银杏树枝上。请你给外教 Janet 写一封邮件，分享此次活动，内容包括：

（1）介绍活动过程；（2）说明活动意义。

注意：

（1）写作词数应为80个左右；

（2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

Dear Janet,

I'd like to share with you "Whispers to Ginkgoes", a meaningful campus activity held in our school last week. _______

______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Yours, Li Hua

第二节 读后续写（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。

I've always been a quiet girl in class. I'd rather sit in the back and draw than answer questions and speaking in front of more than three people made my knees shake. So when my English teacher, Ms. Carter, signed me up for the school speech contest, I felt a wave of panic wash over me."Ms. Carter, I can't do this," I whispered, my voice barely audible."I'll freeze up, or worse--- forget everything." She leaned down, her eyes warm with encouragement,"Lila, this isn't punishment," she said gently."It's a chance to find your voice."

The contest theme was "The Moment I Felt Seen". I stared at the blank page in my notebook for days, struggling to find a story worth sharing. Nothing felt significant enough --- until my thoughts drifted to my grandma. She'd lived with us until last year, when dementia（痴呆症）stole her memories, and we had to move her to a nursing home. She'd always loved listening to me read my stories, even when they were messy and unpolished."This is wonderful, Lila," she'd always say, brushing a strand of hair from my face. One day, I found her sitting on the porch, staring blankly at the garden. I pulled out my notebook and read her a story about a girl and her grandma. Her eyes lit up like stars, and she started humming our favorite song ---You Are My Sunshine. That was the last time she recognized me.

I decided to tell that story. But practicing was a disaster. I stumbled（结巴）over sentences, forget key details, and once, I ran out of the classroom crying after some classmates laughed when I froze mid-sentence. Mia, my only friend, stayed after school to help. We'd meet in the empty auditorium, and she sat in the front as I practiced dozens of times."Pause here," she'd say, pointing to the line about grandma's smile."This part matters --- let people feel how much she loved you." When I stumbled again, she'd squeeze my hand."You're not just telling a story, Lila. You're letting grandma's love be heard. That's brave." Her words gave me a glimmer of hope.

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。

The evening before the contest , I visited my grandma.___________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________________

Behind the microphone on that big day, I drew a deep breath and started. ____________________________________

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第四部分写作（共两节，满分40分）

第一节应用文写作（满分15分）

One possible version

Dear Janet,

I'd like to share with you "Whispers to Ginkgoes", a meaningful campus activity held in our school last week.

As autumn dressed the campus in gold, ginkgo trees shed soft yellow leaves, and students gladly joined the activity. We poured our hearts out on cards --- some expressed earnest expectations for the future; others penned sincere love for nature. We then hung the cards on ginkgo branches, adding a gentle warmth to the tranquil autumn campus.

This activity helps us ease academic pressure and express inner thoughts freely. It also deepens our emotional bond with the campus and guides us to notice the subtle beauty in daily life, making our school life more fulfilling.

I hope you can join us next year to experience the charm of campus autumn firsthand and the warmth of school culture.

Yours, Li Hua

第二节读后续写（满分25分）

One possible version

The evening before the contest, I visited my grandma. She was sitting in the common room, unresponsive when I called her. I sat beside her, laying my speech notebook on her lap. "Grandma, I'm so nervous," I murmured, lacing my fingers through hers. "But I want to tell our story tomorrow --- how you saw me, even when I was too quiet to speak up." She didn't reply, yet her fingers gently tightened around mine. I began my speech, my voice trembling at first but steadying as I recounted the old days. Suddenly, her eyes cleared briefly, "This is wonderful, Lila," she uttered. Before I could respond, her gaze clouded again, but those words echoed in my mind long after I left. I knew tomorrow, I'd speak not only for myself, but for grandma who'd always listened.

Behind the microphone on that big day, I drew a deep breath and started. Gripping the microphone as if holding grandma's hand, I shared with the audience grandma's love for my messy stories, the moment she recognized me through her fading memory, and how her unwavering belief in me gave me the courage to stand there. I didn't rush, pausing at the emotional parts like Mia had taught me, and this time, I didn't freeze." To be truly seen is the greatest gift --- today I return it to grandma and to myself," I ended. For a heartbeat, the room held its breath, then exploded in thunderous applause. I spotted Mia waving enthusiastically and Ms. Carter giving me a thumbs-up. In that moment, I understood finding my voice wasn't about winning. It was about honoring the love that had always seen me.

听力录音稿

Text 1

M: Let's paint this wall yellow and move the bed to the window.

W: OK.

M: Susie said our curtains were too dark. Why not replace them with bright ones?

W: Well, I don't have to factor in all people's suggestions.

Text2

W: You're glued to the TV all day. How about flying a kite with me?

M: It is burning outside. Summer holiday is really boring.

W: How could that be? I used to put up a tent in the field with my sister during summer holidays. 

Text 3

W: Help me, sir! There is a strange man following me!

M: Come in, madam. Shall I call the police for you?

W: Thank you! I'm absolutely terrified!

M: Take a deep breath and havesomewater. You can stay here until the police arrive.

Text 4

W: The project is finally over. Let's grab a drink tonight.

M: OK. I know a good place for drinking cocktails near my house. And it offers big discounts on beer every Friday.

Text 5

M: So Barbara, have you ever thought you would have so many fans on our website?

W: Actually, no. At first, I just made some videos to record my travels all over the world, but I'm glad that my videos can bring my audience pleasure.

Text 6

M: You look like you've been hit by a burst of energy. What's this secret?

W: I just got back from my morning jog. It's like a hidden treasure for me. I feel supercharged.

M: Jogging? But it's freezing outside.

W: I've got this cool new collection of music that keeps me pumped. Plus, I've got my running buddies.

M: Running buddies, huh? Maybe I should find some. My couch potato days are officially over.

W: That's the spirit. You'll love it. Let's hit the road together sometime.

M: You got yourself a deal.

Text 7

W: Calvin, have you ever watched the musical theater show The Phantom of the Opera?

M: Yes. I watched it on Broadway when I was 16 years old. Ten years has passed in a flash. I heard the show is still on.

W: Not any more. It closed on last Sunday night after 35 years on Broadway.

M: What a pity! I went to my friend's party that night. Did you watch the final performance of it?

W: Certainly, I'm a big fan of it.

M: So was there anything special?

W: Yes. It ended with its most famous song, The Music of the Night. The performance included many well-known singers and actors who had parts in the show over the years. The show's creator, Andrew Lloyd Webber, attended the final performance, too.

M: It's a pity I missed it.

Text 8

M: Faye, what are you doing?

W: I'm making a cake for my friend Jenny. It's her birthday!

M: Oh, I thought it was for a wedding or something. Anyway, is it a fashion nowadays that you put salt in the cake mix instead of sugar?

W: What are you talking about? It's of course sugar that I'm putting in my ... Oh, no! What an idiot I am! I was so careless!

M: Calm down, Faye. From what I see, you haven't put too much salt in it yet. Let me help you limit the damage.

W: Thanks, Frank.

M: Sure. First, we use some honey and sugar to make the salty flavor neutral. Then let's put some apple juice, no, lemonade would be better ... Last we add some chocolate pieces. Done! Do you want to taste the cake mix?

W: Sure. Hmm ... Wow!

M: So?

W: It's wonderful! Even better than I had expected before!

M: Great! Now let's put it in the oven and wait. I'm sure Jenny's going to love it. 

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M: I can't believe this. I have been on the phone with my bank all day and they still haven't fixed my problem.

W: Is it a credit card problem?

M: Yes. My credit card information was stolen. When I got my bill in the mail, I saw there were many unfamiliar purchases on it.

W: That's terrible. Did they take a lot of money?

M: Yes, and I am very upset because the bank is not helping me quickly.

W: Doesn't the bank's manager decide to give your money back?

M: No. I just have to prove that these purchases were not made by me. I think the person who stole my information got it from the Internet. I didn't download anything recently. I just bought a collection of movies. I won't be doing that again unless the website is sure to be safe. It's honestly my fault for being careless.

W: You can never be too careful.

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Books have always been an important part of people's lives. Libraries were important parts of both universities and town centers, and many of the first successful companies in modern times made their money by selling books. Like newspapers, publishers used to have a lot of power and influence, but nowadays, the companies that control digital information seem to have taken over. In particular, e-books have replaced traditional books for most modern readers, especially in big cities, for whom everything has to be easy to carry and convenient to use. Tech companies like Amazon and Apple sell "e-readers" that can contain thousands of books, and their online stores list millions of titles, far more than any bookstore could ever hold. As more and more people buy computers, smart phones, and tablets, the market for e-books continues to grow. Many traditional book publishers and bookstores have gone out of business. For example, Border's Group used to be one of the largest bookstores in the United States, with more than 600 locations and billions of dollars in sales every year. But after e-books appeared, they started losing money and had to close all their stores.

部分试题详解

A

【导语】本文是一篇说明文。本文是澳大利亚琼·格林高中11年级历史课程的一项评估任务说明，详细规定了论文的主题、内容要求、格式、提交方式、时间节点以及学术诚信等细则。

21.C细节理解与信息定位。定位至原文B段，该段列出了论文必须分析的内容，最后一项是"Predicted long- term impacts"（预测的长期影响）。选项 C "The predicted long-term effects of the two revolutions."与此完全对应。故选C。

22.A细节理解与同义转换。定位至原文E段最后一句："Late submissions are considered non-submissions, with a potential Fail grade."（迟交作品将被视为未提交，并可能导致不及格。）选项A"It may be treated as non-submission"（它可能被视作未提交。）是原文"are considered non-submissions "的同义转述。故选A。

23.D信息综合与计算。需要整合"Final copy must be submitted:"下方的要求以及D段的要求：via email (in Word)--电子版论文； to teacher (hard copy)--纸质版论文；PLUS hard copy of teacher's comments on draft --带有老师批注的草案纸质版（来自上文草案提交要求后的反馈）; D 段提到还需提交一份签字的"Declaration of Authenticity form "（真实性声明表格）。因此，总共是4项。故选D。

B

【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了殷玉珍四十年来坚守沙漠、通过科学方法植树治沙的感人事迹，她的故事激励了国际友人参与，并引申到中国在生态环境建设方面的成就与全球贡献。

24.B细节理解与人物动机分析。第一段中殷玉珍的直接引语"I would rather die planting trees than live buried by the desert"明确表达了她与沙漠抗争的决心。故选B。

25.D具体信息归纳与概括。第二段详细说明她的方法：先种灌木固土，再种杨树、松树等较高树木防风，内部种植果树。这是一种分层推进、固土与绿化相结合的系统方法。故选D。

26.A写作意图与段落作用。第三段通过美国教师Donald Jones受殷玉珍感召而来植树的事例，表明她的故事产生了国际影响，体现了环保无国界的主题。故选A。

27.C主旨要义概括。文章以殷玉珍个人治沙故事为切入点，后段拓展到中国在全球生态建设中的贡献与引领作用，标题需涵盖个人努力与国家、全球层面的绿色愿景。C项既包含中国绿色努力，又点明其对全球的希望意义，最全面契合文章脉络。故选C。

C

【导语】本文是一篇科普说明文。文章通过一项2025年的神经科学研究，阐述了采用开放、扩展的"高能量姿势"如何通过"具身认知"机制，快速影响大脑活动、激素水平和风险决策行为，并指出这种姿势可作为短期应对压力的生理调节工具。

28.D段落主旨理解与细节定位。第一段明确提出"身体姿势直接且迅速地塑造大脑功能、压力水平和冒险意愿"，并指出这种身心双向联系称为"具身认知"。D项准确概括了姿势对认知和情绪的直接影响。故选D。

29.C研究方法的细节提取。第二段首句明确说明研究采用"fMRI 脑扫描、激素采样和行为经济学游戏"相结合的方法， C 项"结合神经扫描与行为测试"与之完全对应。故选C。

30.D观点态度与细节推断。第三段中研究者强调姿势是"工具而非魔术"，最佳用途是"短期预备策略"且"不能替代能力或准备" ，D 项"作为实际能力的临时辅助"与此一致，故选D。

31.B文章主旨概括。全文围绕身体姿势与大脑功能、激素分泌及决策行为的科学联系展开，B项全面概括了这一核心主题。故选B。

D

【导语】本文是一篇议论文。文章通过对比无人驾驶出租车在旧金山、深圳的发展与在其他地区面临的法规限制，论证了放宽监管将促进该技术发展，最终惠及城市交通安全与效率。

32.B细节推断与数据解读。选项A"Baidu serves more cities than Waymo"：原文仅提 Baidu 在16个中国城市运营，未说明 Waymo 服务城市数量，无法比较。选项B" Robotaxi technology is enjoying vigorous growth"：第一段数据表明Waymo和Baidu的订单量大幅增长（Waymo 增长5倍，Baidu 翻倍），可推断技术正快速发展。选项C"Robotaxis dominate urban transport"：原文仅展示增长，未提及"主导"地位。选项D"Waymo's annual growth rate is five times that of Baidu's "：原文对比的是Waymo自身2024年与2025年同期数据，非与Baidu的增长率比较。故选B。

33.C段落主旨概括。第三段详细列举了法规限制的具体表现（如NHTSA 对无方向盘车辆的限制、纽约禁止付费服务等），核心是说明监管造成的障碍。故选C。

34.A语境词汇理解。根据上下文，传统出租车在高峰时段更易叫到，而robotaxi 主要替代私家车，两者"互补而非取代"。故选 A 。

35.A作者观点态度推断。全文通过数据反驳安全与失业担忧（第五段），指出法规过度限制（第三段），并呼吁消除监管壁垒以惠及消费者（末段），可见作者持支持态度。故选A。

阅读七选五

【导语】本文是一篇议论文。文章围绕“美国顶尖大学的新生、优质高中的学生均出现长篇文本阅读能力下滑”的现象，三位教育从业者分别从高中课外学业压力、大学录取选拔机制两个核心角度分析该现象的成因，并表达了对应的教育观点。

36.G因果关系与上下文衔接。空格前提到"渴望进入精英大学的学生课外活动时间比在校学习时间还多"，空格后说"因此教师面临限制作业时间的压力"。G项"这些活动在他们看来对进入精英大学是必要的"解释了课外活动多的原因，与前后文构成因果逻辑，故选G。

37.C作者建议或结论。空格前教师指出学生焦虑疲惫但沉浸式阅读很重要，空格后是署名。此处应提出解决问题的建议。C项"如果我们想让学生读书，就应该优先安排阅读时间"直接针对前文矛盾给出解决方案，符合语境，故选C。

38.A过渡与观点引入。空格前教授同意学生读写能力下降的观点，空格后开始描述美国大学招生过程。A 项"然而，我不确定学校是否应完全受责备"起到过渡作用，暗示责任可能不在学校，从而自然引出对招生过程的讨论。故选A。

39.F比较对比。空格前指出"美国招生决定基于与学术才能无关的品质"，空格后提到"大多数个人陈述主要讨论读过的书"。 F 项"相比之下，英国招生通常由授课教师负责"与美国招生形成对比，突出美国招生非学术化的特点，为后文进一步分析做铺垫。故选F。

40.B细节衔接与指代关系。空格前提到"个人陈述主要讨论学生读过的书及收获",空格后总结"考虑到本科选拔过程，读写能力下降完全可以理解"。B 项"学生随后需要在面试中更详细讨论这些书"中的"这些书"指代前文个人陈述提到的书籍，将招生环节（个人陈述和面试连贯起来，解释招生过程如何形式化，从而导致读写能力下降。故选B。

完形填空

【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述作者通过自身经历，反思了将日程填满并不能带来充实感，反而使人疲惫且失去自我；后来通过减少社交、放慢节奏，重新找到了内心的宁静与真实的自我。

41.C动词短语。上文"packed calendar"提示日程被排满，"booked up"意为"预约满、占满"符合语境。故选C。

42.A名词辨析。前文列举"dinners out, exercise classes, trips to cinema"都属于广义的"活动", A项最全面，故选A。

43.B动词搭配。句意为"我不想只为工作耗尽自己"，drain oneself 意为"耗尽精力",符合逻辑。故选B。

44.C动词搭配。句意为"当要执行计划时"，follow one's plans 意为"按计划进行"。故选C。

45.D动词逻辑。后文提到"不仅高估了可能性，也高估了热情"，overestimated 符合"过于乐观估计"的语义。故选D。

46.B名词辨析。后文说社交变成"负担"，说明原本的"热情"消退了，enthusiasm 对应前文"有益或 rewarding "的积极期待。故选B。

47.A名词对比。后文"had to do, not wanted to do"提示社交变成"义务、责任"，duty 最准确。故选A 。

48.A形容词搭配。句意为"与朋友吃饭变得像工作会议一样"，similar to 表示"相似"。故选A。

49.B动词搭配。rob sb. of sth 固定搭配，意为"剥夺某人某物"，此处指"剥夺了我享受的机会"。故选B。

50.C形容词逻辑。后文"without allowing for ... I would be stressed or tired"说明计划时只考虑理想状况，未考虑现实情绪，theoretical （理论上的、空想的）符合语境。故选C。

51.A形容词对应。前文"mood and energy levels worsened"提示情绪差，stressed（焦虑的）与 tired 并列，符合现实可能。故选A。

52.B动词搭配。 break a habit 意为"改掉习惯"，对应后文"重新发现自由流动的快乐"。

故选 B 。

53.C形容词对比。后文"fewer local friends"提示社交减少，日程自然更"空"， emptier 符合语境。故选C。

54.D形容词搭配。breakneck pace 意为"极快的节奏"，呼应前文"填满日程"的忙碌状态。故选D。

55.D形容词逻辑。后文"如果下班想看电影就可以去"说明日程"清空了、有弹性"，cleared 最贴切。故选D。

语法填空

【导语】本文是一篇议论文。文章探讨中国如何通过现代载体（如游戏、电影）传播传统文化，提升文化自信与国际影响力，并强调创新表达和加强国际传播能力的重要性。

56.carriers名词复数形式。空格前有形容词"dynamic"，后接"of traditional Chinese culture"，需用名词。 carry 的名词形式为carrier（载体），且前面无冠词，语境中指多种载体，故用复数carriers。

57.have gained现在完成时。时间状语"in recent years"表示从过去持续到现在的动作，强调影响，主句主语"works"为复数，故用have gained。

58.backed过去分词作状语。逻辑主语"Chinese cultural narratives"与动词"back"之间为被动关系（被支持），需用过去分词表原因，相当于"as they are backed by ..."。故用backed。

59.from固定搭配。"draw inspiration from"为固定短语，意为"从……汲取灵感"。故填from。

60.turning动名词并列结构。空格与"Reinterpreting.""integrating .."为并列成分，均作主语，需用动名词 turning ，保持结构一致。故填turning。

61.is evolving现在进行时。前句"As China is modernizing"提示同步进行的变化，强调文化正在演进，故用is evolving。

62.innovation名词形式。介词"to"后接名词，innovative 的名词形式为 innovation，与"global exchanges"并列作宾语。故填innovation。

63.the固定短语。"on the rise"为固定搭配，意为"在上升"。故填the。

64.diverse形容词作定语。修饰名词"ways"，需用形容词 diverse （多样的）。故填diverse。

65.that/which定语从句关系词。先行词"narrative"在从句中作主语，指物，需用关系代词that或which引导定语从句。故填that/which。