Z20名校联盟2026届高三第二次联考
英语试题
第 Ⅰ 卷
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。每段对话读两遍。
1.What is the man doing?
A. Asking for leave. B. Arranging a trip. C. Changing his shifts.
2.How did Nancy feel about her performance today?
A. Disappointed. B. Relieved. C. Satisfied.
3.What will the speakers do on Thursday?
A. Receive foreign guests. B. Visit a museum. C. Throw a party.
4.Who is probably Mara?
A. The man's supplier. B. The man's assistant. C. The man's patient.
5.What does the woman advise the man to do?
A. Study in a coffee house. B. Share ideas with her. C. Take a break.
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。
听第 6 段材料，回答第 6、7 题。
6. How much did the woman pay for the two blue shirts?
A. £19.5. B. £39. C. £40.
7.What will the woman do with the shirts?
A. Take them. B. Sell them. C. Return them.
听第 7 段材料，回答第 8、9 题。
8. Why has the meeting been delayed?
A. Because of the faulty equipment.
B. Because of Mr. Johnson's lateness.
C. Because of the unfinished presentation.
9.here does the conversation probably take place?
A. In an office. B. In a coffee shop. C. At an airport.
听第 8 段材料，回答第 10 至 12 题。
10.Why does the woman want to leave early?
A. She needs time to adapt.
B. She is eager to see her aunt.
C. She plans to visit Frankfurt first.
11.What does the woman care about most for the flight?
A. The duration. B. The costs. C. The service.
12.What does the woman think of the hotel on Orchard Road?
A. It’s quite old. B. It’s a bit expensive. C. It’s far from the city center.
听第 9 段材料，回答第 13 至 16 题。
13. Why does the woman come to the man?
A. To collect his research results.
B. To invite him to a dinner party.
C. To ask about the progress of his paper.
14.What is the woman’s suggestion concerning the second paragraph?
A. Changing the topic. B. Adding technical terms. C. Simplifying the language.
15.When is the dinner party?
A. On Thursday. B. On Friday. C. On Saturday.
16.What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A. Classmates. B. Teacher and student. C. Researcher and assistant.
听第 10 段材料，回答第 17 至 20 题。
17. What is the main topic of the talk?
A. The migration of animals.
B. The effects of artificial lighting.
C. The disadvantages of living in cities.
18.What percentage of people in North America fail to see the Milky Way?
A. About 50%. B. About 60%. C. About 80%.
19.What problem are the sea turtles probably facing when they migrate?
A. They lose their way.
B. They can’t find habitats on beaches.
C. Their sleep patterns become abnormal.
20.What is the first solution the speaker mentioned?
A. Making relevant laws soon.
B. Using downward-facing streetlights.
C. Turning off bright signs after midnight.
第二部分：阅读理解（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 和 D 四个选项中，选出最佳答案。
A
Welcome to Italy’s stunning beaches
Sorrento Coast
The Sorrento Coast is where dramatic cliffs (悬崖) meet the clear blue waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Picturesque towns like Positano and Sorrento sit on the cliff sides, offering a breathtaking backdrop to your beach holiday. Days can be spent relaxing on pebble beaches like Marina Grande, enjoying fresh seafood at waterfront restaurants, or exploring hidden coves (小海湾) accessible only by boat.
Brucoli, Sicily
Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean, has a diverse coastline with hidden coves and dramatic landscapes. Brucoli, a small village on the eastern coast, offers peace with its quiet beaches and crystal-clear waters. Spiaggia di Marina di Brucoli, a crescent-shaped beach with soft sand, is ideal for relaxation and soaking up the Sicilian sunshine.
Olbia area, Sardinia
The Olbia area on the northeastern coast offers a diverse selection of beaches, from the lively Spiaggia Lido di Pittulongu with its water sports facilities to the quiet Cala Brandinchi, with its fine white sand and waters of perfect visibility.
Lido di Jesolo
For a family-friendly beach holiday, Lido di Jesolo ticks all the boxes. This lively resort town has a long stretch of golden sand, with shallow waters perfect for building sandcastles and playing in the waves. It offers plenty of activities from amusement parks like Gardaland to water parks and mini golf courses, ensuring endless entertainment for the little ones.
21.What can visitors do while staying at the Sorrento Coast?
A. Soak up the warm Sicilian sun. B. Engage in exciting water sports.
C. Dine on local seafood with a sea view. D. Relax on a long stretch of golden sand.
22.What do Brucoli and the Olbia area have in common?
A. They both have large water parks that cater to families.
B. They are both characterized by beaches, from lively to quiet.
C. They both offer a wide variety of exceptionally transparent sea water.
D. They are both famous for their crescent-shaped beaches with soft sand.
23.Which beach is the best choice for families with young children?
A. Sorrento Coast. B. Brucoli, Sicily.
C. Olbia area, Sardinia. D. Lido di Jesolo.
B
Does math leave you anxious? If so, don’t worry. Ben Orlin is here to help. This US-based teacher wants to reduce the anxiety math triggers.
He believes that many people who struggle with math simply weren’t taught it correctly. In many classrooms, teachers present math as a memory exercise. But to Orlin, math really is a system of communication. It’s a way to share ideas. And it all starts with assigning numbers to the world.
In his 2024 book Math for English Majors, Orlin builds on Galileo’s idea of math as a universal language, but he takes it further. He suggests we treat math not as a “foreign” language, but as an everyday tool to interpret the world.
Orlin suggests considering numbers as nouns and explains that some mathematical features correspond to verbs and even grammar. What in math corresponds to verbs? Verbs typically signify action. Could operations, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and so on, stand in for verbs? Stretch your imagination. And the plus sign is not just a set of instructions, he suggests, but also a grammatical structure (“and” in “2 + 3”) or a preposition (“more than” in “2 + 3”). What if just a symbol, it can function as a conjunction (the “and” in “2 and 3”) or a preposition (the “more than” just a symbol).
Negate numbers can be likened to a linguistic (语言的) trick, Orlin argues. Consider phrases like “300 feet below sea level” from a mathematical perspective. The altitude could be represented as -300 feet. The minus symbol could be mapped to prepositions, such as “below”, “before”, “backward” and “down”. Similarly, the plus symbol could be mapped to their opposites — “above”, “after”, “forward” and “up”. To make negatively numbers more accessible, Orlin suggests that educators connect them to concrete concepts like debt. That’s a term often associated with negative dollars.
It’s still early days to determine whether math could indeed serve as a universal language. Moreover, for Tom Crawford, a math professor at the University of Oxford, it’s hardly the only way to help kids appreciate math. “But to me, any idea aimed at presenting math differently, if it’s making it more accessible is an excellent idea,” Crawford says.
24.Which of the following best describes Ben Orlin according to the text?
A. Cautious and intellectual. B. Loyal and patriotic.
C. Innovative and theoretical. D. Ambitious and conservative.
25.According to Ben Orlin’s logic, which of the following statements is correct?
A. “×” can be accurately described as “divided into”.
B. “＋” can be expressed by the concept of “belonging to”.
C. “÷” is best understood through the lens of “exceeding”.
D. “-” can be effectively represented by the idea of “eliminating”.
26.How does Ben Orlin make mathematics more accessible to learners?
A. By presenting it as a foreign language.
B. By using language-related comparisons.
C. By simplifying formulas and calculations.
D. By treating it as a universal numbering system.
27.What does Ben Orlin’s approach show?
A. Knowledge is power. B. Practice makes perfect.
C. A different angle makes all the difference. D. Where there’s a will, there’s a way.
C
New research led by Brian Meier, a professor of psychology, provides compelling evidence of humans’ deep-seated preference for products labeled “natural”, demonstrating how this bias significantly influences real-world decision-making even when potential risks are involved.
Prior studies have shown that the bias extends across various fields. However, many of them relied on self-reported preference in hypothetical scenarios (假设情景), leaving a gap in our understanding of how the bias influences actual behavior. Therefore, Brian and his colleagues conducted three experiments to test participants’ choices and preferences in different contexts.
The first experiment involved 174 college students who were led to believe they were testing a strength-enhancing drink described as either natural or synthetic (合成的). When asked to choose between the two options before repeating a grip strength test, an overwhelming 84% selected the natural-labeled drink, despite both being identical water samples.
In the second experiment, 98 students were offered chocolate described as containing either natural or synthetic cocoa, with researchers introducing an element of risk by mentioning potential stomach discomfort. Remarkably, 84% still chose the natural option, maintaining their preference even when faced possible adverse effects.
The third experiment extended the research beyond laboratory settings, approaching 200 passers-by on a street. Participants evaluated stickers described as using natural or synthetic ink, then selected one to keep. Results showed 66% preferred natural-labeled stickers, which they also rated as higher quality and solely by appealing than their synthetic counterparts.
“The vast majority of subjects exhibited a clear behavioral preference that was influenced, which spanned the ‘natural’ label across all three categories, yielded remarkably consistent results, strongly confirming the diverse settings and product categories. We ended up with the research, which spanned diverse settings and product categories, yielded remarkably consistent results, strongly confirming the profound impact of naturalness branding on consumer decision-making.” Meier stated.
Based on these convincing findings, Meier and his research team have outlined several promising avenues for further investigation. Their future work aims to delve deeper into the underlying cognitive and emotional mechanisms of this “naturalness bias”, unlocking its potential applications in strategic marketing and the formulation of public policy.
28.How did Brian Meier’s research differ from earlier studies on naturalness bias?
A. It explored completely new fields. B. It repeated experiments for accuracy.
C. It tested people in real-life situations. D. It focused more on data comparison.
29.What can be inferred from the three experiments mentioned in the passage?
A. Risks lower the preference. B. The bias depends on product type.
C. The synthetic option tasted better. D. The bias works despite no real difference.
30.What might be a direction of future research according to the research team?
A. Behavioral bias. B. Consumer behavior.
C. Product labeling strategies. D. Hidden psychological mechanisms.
31.What might be the best title for the passage?
A. The Power of “Natural”: How Labels Shape Our Decisions
B. The Risks of Natural Products: A Psychological Analysis
C. Natural VS Synthetic: Consumer Choices in Everyday Life
D. Beyond the Label: New Research in Consumer Psychology
D
A recent review of numerous studies reveals that childhood exposure to chemicals in common household items poses significant and lasting health risks, extending well into adulthood. Published in The Lancet Child & Adolescent Health, the findings highlight particular concern for three classes of chemicals: phthalates (making plastic flexible), bisphenols (providing rigidity) and PFAS (resisting heat and water).
The research, which analyzed data from pregnant mothers, fetuses, and children, links these chemicals to a range of long-term health issues. These include heart disease, obesity, infertility, and inflammation. Experts explain that these substances can derange hormone function and trigger body-wide automation. Furthermore, early-life exposure is associated with neurodevelopmental problems like autism and ADHD, as well as early-life exposures.
These chemicals are widespread, found in food packaging, cosmetics, and even paper receipts. As plastics are used, heated, or washed, microscopic particles and nanoparticles are released and become ingested.
review also suggests practical solutions. Parents can reduce exposure by switching to glass or stainless-steel containers, avoiding microwaving or dishwashing plastic. Healthcare providers are encouraged to guide families toward safer choices.
At a policy level, researchers call for stricter regulations, especially for nonessential plastics. This urgency is supported by the ongoing negotiations for the UN Global Plastics Treaty, which aims to establish legally binding limits on plastic production. According to Trasande, the findings in the article support the urgent need for a strong agreement to help protect not only the environment but human health as well.
He notes that while the economic value of the plastics industry is commonly raised as a barrier to carrying out regulations, the resulting health care costs from exposure are enormous, with his research estimates reaching roughly $250 billion per year in the United States alone.
However, the researchers clarify that their findings do not challenge the essential, life-saving uses of plastic in medical settings, such as in ventilators for premature infants or nebulizers for asthmatic children. The concern lies primarily with unnecessary plastic outside of healthcare.
32.The underlined word “derange” in the paragraph 2 most probably means ______.
A. Disturb B. regulate C. ignore D. fulfill
33.According to the passage, which is NOT the measure to reduce plastic exposure?
A. Making policies to limit nonessential plastics.
B. Launching campaigns to recycle plastic bottles.
C. Avoiding microwaving and dishwashing plastic.
D. Replacing plastic containers with glass or stainless steel.
34.What is Dr. Trasande’s attitude towards plastics regulation?
A. Objective. B. Supportive. C. Ambiguous. D. Dismissive.
35.What is the main purpose of the passage?
A. To call for a total ban on plastic production.
B. To stress the essential role of plastics in medicine.
C. To reveal the risks of plastic exposure and urge actions.
D. To assess the economic cost of plastic-related diseases.
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能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Are you able to cook a healthy meal? Are you able to manage your money well? Are you able to sew on a button? 36 This highlights a significant gap in modern education which heavily prioritizes academic achievement and strict testing, often at the expense of practical life skills.
Schools have done well in preparing us to be academic achievers in school, but may not have prepared us well enough in developing life skills. 37 For those without these basic skills, the pandemic lockdown was a rude shock. With restaurants closed and home services stopped, it would have been satisfying to cook a meal or fix a light bulb. It’s a shame that schools produce scholarly individuals who are unprepared for simple home tasks.
38 For example, financial management fosters responsibility and caution, while lessons on investment teach wealth growth. Equipped with this literacy, students can better discuss financial goals with parents, and budget themselves to steer them away from overspending. Thus, in our complex world, schools must teach beyond academic subjects.
After all, the responsibility cannot be transferred to the home. The argument for parents teaching practical life skills overlooks modern realities. Many working parents lack the time, and some may not possess the proficiency themselves. 39
Sandra Carey a writer, puts it appropriately. “Never mistake knowledge for wisdom. One helps you make a living; the other helps you make a life.” School is not simply a place to pass knowledge and prepare us for a career. 40
A. Thus, a balanced approach is needed early on.
B. For instance, many communities offer evening classes for adults.
C. For many, it equips us with the wisdom to construct a fulfilling life.
D. Not many of us can confidently nod our heads to these questions.
E. Consequently, the central role in bridging this gap must fall to our schools.
F. By integrating practical skills, schools can teach a more complete set of life values.
G. Yet, practical skills such as cooking and housekeeping are essential in the real world.
第三部分：语言知识运用（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，从短文后各题所给的 A、B、C 和 D 四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I was thirty-four the first time I saw the real Santa. He drove a big, charcoal-colored 41 through Georgia’s Thirsty-feet—no reindeer, no sled, just 42 grace.
My husband had lost his job in July. We were cutting back on expenses, trying to 43 the financial storm. Interviews came slowly. 44 were few. We were fearing that he wouldn’t find a anything before everything 45 . To lift our spirits, we drove to McDonald’s one heavy afternoon for a quick drive-through run.
As we pulled up to the takeout window, the 46 said, “The car ahead paid for you.” People do this all the time—and it’s always a lovely gesture. But what happened next wasn’t just a common pay-it-forward 47 . It was something more. When we 48 to pay for the next car, she 49 her head. “That man paid for everyone behind you too.”
We watched his truck 50 , his hand waving cheerfully from the window—a gesture that 51 the Santa in the poem ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, 52 all a good night.
He couldn’t have known how much we needed that sign — a 53 that kindness still existed, that we’d be okay. Soon after, my husband found a job. Now we perform 54 acts of kindness whenever we see the opportunity, remembering the man who taught us that Santa doesn’t need a sleigh. 55 heart.
41.A. truck B. sleigh C. tractor D. carriage
42.A. embarrassing B. unstoppable C. dazzling D. unexpected
43.A. witness B. weather C. overwhelm D. experience
44.A. approvals B. applications C. rewards D. rejections
45.A. fell apart B. melted away C. came out D. picked up
46.A. accountant B. waitress C. driver D. cashier
47.A. deal B. chain C. matter D. event
48.A. refused B. offered C. afforded D. managed
49.A. nodded B. ducked C. shook D. hung
50.A. break down B. break up C. pull away D. pull up
51.A. included B. read C. reflected D. echoed
52.A. making B. wishing C. singing D. sending
53.A. reminder B. phenomenon C. supplement D. guideline
54.A. normal B. deliberate C. random D. magnificent
55.A. courageous B. determined C. willing D. impressive
第 Ⅱ 卷
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。
Throughout the ages, Chinese women have different ways to make them look more beautiful. Compared with the modern, ancient women had 56 (few) kinds of makeup. But they still had their own set of “secret weapons”.
57 (believe) to have originated during the Spring and Autumn Period, facial powder was one of the most basic forms of makeup. In order to make their skin look white, ancient people directly applied highly toxic lead powder to the face. Rouge, powder used 58 to color the lips or cheeks, can date back to the Shang dynasty. Lipstick is another popular beauty enhancement product since the pre-Qin dynasty, 59 color in ancient China was mostly red to make women look more youthful and energetic.
Chinese women have always paid great attention to their eyebrows as they believe that this facial feature 60 (link) to their fate. The beauty-loving women first used burnt willow branches 61 eyebrow pens. Later, they ground Dai(黛), a kind of mineral with a dark blue color, into powder and then added water to mix. There were dozens of popular eyebrow shapes during the Tang dynasty. The arched and thin eyebrow, 62 (resemble) a willow leaf, was trendy then as it was regarded as 63 symbol of elegance.
The aesthetic standards of ancient people were different from 64 of now, and modern popular makeup is also different from traditional Chinese makeup, but the unchangeable 65 (pursue) of beauty has been around for thousands of years.
第四部分：写作（共两节，满分 40 分）
第一节（满分 15 分）
当前，“盲盒消费” 在青年群体中广为流行。请你围绕 “What’s Hidden Inside the Blind Box?” 这一话题写一篇发言稿，在英语课上分享。内容包括：
(1) 陈述现象；
(2) 发表看法。
注意：
(1) 词数80个左右；
(2) 请在答题纸相应位置作答。
What’s Hidden Inside the Blind Box?
Hello, everyone!
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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。
This time, Mira wasn’t asking the AI to polish her essays. Instead, she typed a question that had been pressing on her heart for weeks: “Why won’t Grandma eat properly?”
It was early January. After finishing her exams, Mira had returned to her hometown to spend some quiet days with her grandmother. The old woman had once been a legend—she’d worked as a tailor (裁缝), made dresses for half the village and saved enough to open her own shop.
Time had taken its toll. Now her eyesight had dimmed, her fingers trembled, but she was still that legendary woman who lived on her own terms. Whenever someone ladled (用勺子舀) soup into her bowl, she would push it away, murmuring, “I don’t need it. Save it for yourselves.” Every meal played out the same way. It broke Mira’s heart.
Actually, the family was doing well. There was plenty of food, plenty of love. So why did eating — a simple, everyday act — seem like a burden to her?
She tried reasoning with her, but the more she talked, the more Grandma resisted. Until one day, in a moment of frustration, she blurted out, “Grandma, you make me so sad when you act like this.” The old woman froze, then sighed. “I’m over seventy. I won’t be around much longer. It doesn’t matter how I eat.”
The words cut deep. Mira thought about taking her to a psychologist (心理医生) but knew she’d refuse. So she turned to an old companion, the AI. The response came quickly. Grandma was refusing food because she felt like she no longer had a place in the family. The AI offered suggestions: Help her feel secure and needed.
注意：
(1) 续写词数应为 150 左右；
(2) 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1: With AI’s assistance, Mira began her plan.
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Paragraph 2: As meals became less of a battle, Mira decided to relight the sparkle in grandmother’s eyes.
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Z20名校联盟2026 届高三第二次联考
英语参考答案
一、听力
1-5 AACBC 6-10 BCBAA 11-15 ABCCC 16-20 ABCAB
二、阅读理解
第一节 21-23 CCD 24-27 CDBC 28-31 CDDA 32-35 ABBC
第二节 36-40 DGFEC
三、语言知识运用
第一节 41-45 ADBDA 46-50 DBBCC 51-55 DBACC
第二节 56.fewer 57.Believed 58.to color 59.whose 60. is linked 61.as
62.resembling 63.a 64.those 65.pursuit
四、写作
【参考范文】
What’s Hidden Inside the Blind Box?
Hello, everyone! Have you ever been tempted by a mysterious blind box? These captivating packages have taken the world by storm, creating a booming market spanning from cartoon figures to fashion collaborations.
From my perspective, the phenomenon’s appeal lies in two key factors. Firstly, the thrilling anticipation of unboxing creates a unique emotional experience that makes the process more engaging than simply purchasing a known item. Secondly, it satisfies our collecting instinct while fulfilling social needs through shared interests with peers. However, these very attractions also conceal risks - the compulsive chase for rare items may lead to excessive spending and cultivate a gambling-like mentality.
So, what’s your take? Is the joy worth the risk? I believe the hidden prize isn’t the unknown toy, but that engineered thrill. Recognizing this pull is precisely what allows us to enjoy the fun wisely.
【参考范文】
With AI’s assistance, Mira began her plan. First, she worked with AI to create customized recipes for Grandma, accounting for her age-related digestive issues and past preferences to make nutritious, easy-to-swallow dishes. Meanwhile, following AI’s suggestion to make Grandma feel valued,the family started to shower her with more attention—sitting with her at meals, chatting warmly, expressing appreciation and encouraging her to eat. As days passed, Grandma began to sense the genuine care and importance the family placed on her. Gradually, the once-stubborn resistance to food faded away.
As meals became less of a battle, Mira decided to relight the sparkle in grandmother’s eyes. “It’s time to make her feel needed,” Mira thought, appealing to Grandma’s pride as the village’s best tailor and asking her to make a special outfit for a school event. Grandma’s eyes lit up immediately, a spark of the old force she once had returning. Mira and Grandma spent hours crafting together—Grandma patiently guiding her through measuring, cutting, and sewing, sharing stories of her tailor days. This interaction restored Grandma’s self-worth, strengthened their bond, and gave her a new lease on life. Her appetite improved with renewed energy from skill recognition, leaving Mira amazed at AI’s role as an outstanding virtual psychologist.