广东省湛江市2026届高三下学期开学检测
英语
满分120分。考试用时120分钟。
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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
This year, American art lovers can look forward to a diverse lineup of exhibitions, from French Impressionism to German Romanticism and beyond.
What Stands behind the Flowers
11 May — 27 September at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, NY
Hilma af Klint once wrote, “I have shown that there is a connection between the plant world and the world of the soul.” An upcoming MoMA exhibition focuses on a newly discovered series of plant-based art by the pioneering abstract artist.
The Soul of Nature
8 February — 11 May at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, NY
Friedrich’s work explored the relationship between the natural world and the inner self. His landscapes inspired generations of artists and helped shape how we perceive nature today. The Soul of Nature is heading to New York City after touring museums in Germany last year.
The Roulin Family Portraits
31 January — 4 May at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, MA
When Vincent van Gogh arrived in Arles, France, he made friends with his neighbor Joseph Roulin, along with his wife and three children. Van Gogh went on to paint several portraits of the Roulin family. This exhibition showcases about twenty of them, demonstrating his innovative approach to portrait painting.
Impressionism at the Table
30 March — 7 September at the Frist Art Museum in Nashville, TN
France has long been famous for both its food and its art. This exhibition explores the relationship between the two. Visit Nashville to see how leading French artists of the Impressionist era brought food subjects to life.
1. What do the first two exhibitions have in common?
A. They feature abstract paintings. B. They shape people’s world view.
C. They present landscapes in Germany. D. They explore the theme of nature.
2. Which of the four exhibitions begins the earliest?
A. The Roulin Family Portraits. B. The Soul of Nature.
C. What Stands behind the Flowers. D. Impressionism at the Table.
3. What is Impressionism at the Table about?
A. Life of leading artists. B. The link between food and art.
C. The history behind Nashville. D. Figures of the Impressionist era.
B
On October 1, the world said goodbye to Jane Goodall, a British chimpanzee (黑猩猩) expert who died at the age of 91. Goodall studied chimpanzees at the Gombe Stream Game Reserve — now a national park — in Tanzania in 1960. She had not been trained as a scientist, but many believe that this was one of her greatest strengths because it meant she was not influenced by everyone else’s thoughts about chimps.
Chimpanzees are humans’ closest living relatives, and Goodall’s research showed their social behaviour to be complex and highly developed. Goodall discovered that chimpanzees not only used tools but also made them. She observed chimps “fishing” for tasty insect snacks by sticking a long piece of grass into the nest. When the straw became bent at the end, the animal broke it off to keep the tool useful. Goodall also gave the chimps names and noticed that the animals had strong family bonds and emotions. “It isn’t only human beings who have personality, who are capable of logical thought and emotions like joy and sorrow,” she said in a 1996 PBS documentary. She also discovered that wild chimps hunt and kill for meat.
In 1977, she founded the Jane Goodall Institute, which manages the Gombe Stream Research Centre and has become a global organization for animals, people and the environment. One of its projects is the Tchimpounga Chimpanzee Rehabilitation Centre in the Republic of the Congo, which helps chimps that have been hurt or have lost their parents.
Professor Cat Hobaiter, a chimp expert from the University of St Andrews, told the BBC, “Jane would be the first person to tell us that what the world needs right now is not sadness over her loss, but to get to work.”
4. What was Goodall’s advantage in studying chimps?
A. She learned from experts. B. She received systematic training.
C. She had independent views on chimps. D. She analyzed others’ thoughts about chimps.
5. What does paragraph 2 mainly talk about?
A. Chimpanzees’ ability to make tools.
B. Goodall’s findings about chimpanzees.
C. Chimpanzees’ bonds with family members.
D. Goodall’s comments on chimpanzees’ behavior.
6. What does Cat Hobaiter suggest?
A. Working in the wild. B. Continuing Goodall’s mission.
C. Finding out the world’s needs. D. Expressing sadness over Goodall’s loss.
7. Which of the following can best describe Jane Goodall?
A. Pioneering and devoted. B. Polite and talented.
C. Humorous and generous. D. Modest and cautious.
C
Named after American doctor George Huntington, who first described it 150 years ago, Huntington’s disease (HD) affects around 41,000 people in the U. S. alone, with over 200,000 more at risk. It is caused by a faulty Huntington gene, which makes a toxic protein that slowly damages the brain. For decades, Huntington’s disease has been a silent thief — robbing people of their ability to move, think, and connect with others, with no cure in sight. But a breakthrough from a Dutch team and the company uniQure is changing that story, offering the first therapy that can slow the disease’s cruel progression.
Now, the gene therapy AMT-130 is turning hope into reality. In a 3-year study,29 patients received a single dose of the treatment during a 12-to-18-hour surgery, in which the therapy was injected directly into the brain. The treatment delivers a small piece of DNA that blocks the faulty gene from making the harmful protein. The results were remarkable: patients who got the high dose saw their disease progress 75% more slowly than those in an untreated control group. Tests showed their ability to think, walk, and control movements stayed far more stable. “This result changes everything,” said study author Ed Wild.
While the therapy is still being reviewed for safety, uniQure hopes to get approval for wider use soon. Experts note that AMT-130 is not a cure, and the surgery is complex — plus, its high cost may limit access at first. Even so, it marks a turning point. For the HD community, this is more than a medical win. It is proof that science can outpace even the most stubborn diseases, giving families a chance to hold onto more time together. As researcher Marc Dantzer once said of similar breakthroughs, such treatments could become “powerful” tools in fighting illnesses that once seemed unbeatable.
8. What do we know about Huntington’s disease according to paragraph 1?
A. It was discovered and named by a Dutch researcher.
B. It has had effective treatments available for decades.
C. It has a direct impact on about 41,000 people worldwide.
D. It is caused by a faulty gene that produces a harmful protein.
9. What is the primary function of the gene therapy AMT-130?
A. To repair the damaged brain tissues.
B. To replace the faulty Huntington gene entirely.
C. To block harmful protein production with DNA.
D. To stimulate the brain to produce healthier proteins.
10. Why is AMT-130 regarded as a promising treatment?
A. It is widely used. B. It cures a stubborn disease.
C. It reduces the cost of surgery. D. It proves scientific advancement.
11. What can be a suitable title for the text?
A. A Stubborn Disease: History and Symptoms of HD
B. A Complex Surgery: The Future of Brain Treatments
C. Gene Therapy Breakthrough: Slowing Huntington’s Disease
D. Affordable Medical Treatments: The Development Challenge
D
A report from Ember, a research group, found that in the first half of 2025, renewable energy produced more electricity than coal did across the world. Renewable energy comes from natural sources that don’t run out, such as the Sun or wind. Coal has been the main way to make electricity on Earth for more than 100 years. Formed over millions of years from dead plant matter, the black lump is burned in power stations to heat water and create steam. This turns structures called turbines (涡轮机), and the energy from the movement is turned into electricity.
When coal is burned, it releases gases including carbon dioxide, which contributes to climate change. Scientists say humans must reduce their use of fossil fuels, such as coal, oil, and gas, in order to stop climate change from getting worse. One step people are taking is using electric vehicles instead of cars fueled by gas. But if the electricity used to charge the vehicles is still generated from coal, it will not be beneficial to the planet.
The first half of 2025 marked a milestone in global energy: renewable sources accounted for 34.3% of electricity generation, exceeding coal at 33.1%. This change was primarily driven by reduced coal use in China and India, the world’s top electricity consumers. Critically, this development contributed to a 4.5% drop in power sector carbon emissions globally, showing its environmental impact. The growth was led by a rapid growth in solar and wind, which together supplied a record 18.2% of global electricity, with China alone accounting for over half of the new solar capacity.
“We are seeing the first signs of a crucial shift,” said Malgorzata Wiatros-Motyka from Ember. “Solar and wind are now growing fast enough to meet the world’s growing appetite for electricity.”
12. What do the underlined words “the black lump” in paragraph 1 refer to?
A. Solid coal. B. Dead plant matter.
C. Power from turbines. D. Energy from the movement.
13. Why do scientists suggest reducing the use of fossil fuels?
A. To make electric vehicles more popular.
B. To lower the cost of generating electricity.
C. To prevent the worsening of climate change.
D. To better study the effects of carbon dioxide.
14. How does the author support the main argument in paragraph 3?
A. By sharing personal stories. B. By detailing new technologies.
C. By quoting leading energy experts. D. By listing key data and national cases.
15. What is the main message conveyed by Malgorzata Wiatros-Motyka?
A. Global electricity demand is expected to decline soon.
B. The transition to renewable energy is becoming a reality.
C. Coal will remain the dominant energy source for decades.
D. Renewable energy is insufficient for future electricity needs.
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。
With colder weather coming, it’s important to help everyone stay warm. Organizing a clothes drive is a great way to make a difference. 16 . Here is a simple guide to help you organize a successful one.
Find a location
First, you need a visible and accessible spot to place a donation box. A place with a lot of daily traffic is usually a good choice. 17 . Ideal places include schools, libraries, or community centers, as they are often willing to support such events.
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Creating clear and attractive posters is key. A well-designed poster should explain the purpose of your drive. Be sure to include all essential details, such as the types of clothing needed and the address. With an adult’s permission, you can also post about your drive on social media and ask local shops to display your posters.
Deliver the donations
Once the drive is over, the next step is to get the donations to people who need them. 19 . You can search online for organizations in your area that accept clothing donations; some might even offer to pick them up for you. For example, you could set a goal for the number of coats to collect.
Show appreciation
Finally, don’t forget to thank everyone who helped. Consider making thank-you cards for volunteers and donors. Sharing the success of your drive online might even inspire others to start their own! 20 .
A. Set a clear goal
B. Spread the word
C. If you’re not sure where to begin, don’t worry
D. These locations are often easy to find and trust
E. This will help attract more people to visit and play
F. This means finding a local charity that can distribute the items
G. This step ensures that people feel valued and are more likely to help again
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 grow tomatoes yearly but never buy seeds. They come from my late brother-in-law, a wonderful 21 .
His garden was his pride. Small yet perfectly kept and 22 , he worked there daily, even building a 23 to keep animals out. Each spring, he started seeds in cups. He watered them 24 daily and tied plants to sticks. I admired his work and 25 doing the same, but was too afraid.
After he passed away, my sister gave me his seedlings (幼苗) and a note 26 how to save seed. I enjoyed the tomatoes but felt 27 as the season ended. Could I continue his hobby?
28 the instructions, I saved seeds from the best tomatoes. All winter, I 29 myself. However, a voice keeps popping up in my mind, saying “yes, you can.” In April, I 30 the seeds. Knowing the cost of the grow light for my plants, a friend joked that my tomatoes would be the most 31 plants — a joke that turned into 32 when he saw the seedlings thriving soon after, clearly 33 by my success.
This year, I’ll give seedlings to my sister. We’ll plant them in my late brother-in-law’s old garden. Weedy now, but I believe they’ll grow well and 34 his legacy. Continuing his hobby, I feel closer to him. I did it, making me 35 .
21. A. collector B. grower C. supplier D. harvester
22. A. neat B. natural C. wide D. secret
23. A. bridge B. cage C. fence D. road
24. A. quickly B. gently C. randomly D. rarely
25. A. gave up B. focused on C. put off D. dreamed of
26. A. explaining B. proving C. complaining D. asking
27. A. relief B. anxiety C. confidence D. anger
28. A. Following B. Writing C. Ignoring D. Designing
29. A. trusted B. improved C. showed D. doubted
30. A. planted B. sorted C. hid D. threw
31. A. delicious B. beautiful C. expensive D. useful
32. A. concern B. regret C. praise D. memory
33. A. amused B. encouraged C. confused D. impressed
34. A. call for B. carry on C. call up D. carry out
35. A. calm B. patient C. proud D. free
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。
On Tuesday, China officially launched 36 mascot (吉祥物)for the 2026 “Happy Chinese New Year”—the auspicious horse. The mascot and its related products will be widely used during the festivities, bringing new highlights to Spring Festival 37 (celebration) around the world.
“We hope that through this mascot, overseas audiences can gain a more straightforward connection to Chinese culture 38 before,” said Lin Cunzhen, head of the design team at the Central Academy of Fine Arts.
The design draws inspiration 39 the Bronze Galloping Horse of the Eastern Han Dynasty unearthed in Wuwei, Gansu Province. Its mane (鬃毛) is styled with five parts, 40 (reflect) the Tang-era wuhua horse tradition.
The primary color of the mascot is Chinese red, complemented by classic patterns such as clouds and ruyi patterns, symbols of good 41 (lucky).
According to Lin, the design team 42 (select) the Zhada three-toed horse as the biological prototype (原型). This ancient horse species, 43 was the highest-altitude ancient horse known to science, lived on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau around 4.6 million years ago. The mascot, firmly 44 (ground) in cultural heritage, aims to present an 45 (extreme) lively image to the world, creating a bridge between tradition and modernity.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
为了提高对冬季频发火灾的防范意识，你校正在开展以“消防安全”为主题的英语征文比赛。现请你写一篇短文投稿，内容包括：
1. 消防安全的重要性；
2. 预防火灾的具体措施。
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。
Fire Safety: Our Shared Responsibility
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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。
It was l a.m. in the morning, but for Marisa Shumaker, she was busy preparing birthday present for her 4-year-old daughter, Aubree. For weeks, Aubree had been asking for one thing only for her birthday: a “real piano keyboard”, not just some small one made for little kids. Now that Aubree was asleep, Shumaker pulled the box from its hiding spot in their home, ready to reveal the 61-key keyboard with full-size keys — perfect for serious beginners like Aubree. Shumaker figured she’d put together the stand (支架) and bench, and set it all up so it would be ready to play when Aubree woke up and discovered her surprise. But when she opened the box, only the stand and bench were inside. No keyboard.
Panic overtook her as she realized what she hadn’t noticed before: The keyboard was sold separately.
The night before, mother and daughter had a bedtime talk. At one point, Aubree talked about how excited her friend Jimmy was when she received the lovely doll as a birthday present last year. She also talked about her dream of being a pianist in the future.
“I wouldn’t let my daughter be disappointed on her birthday,” said Shumaker. What would Aubree think when she came downstairs and found only a bench and stand — no keyboard?
There must be some way to fix this, she thought. Maybe an online retailer could deliver a keyboard by morning. Maybe she could go to a store, if one was still open. She looked into both options, but no luck. Now desperate, Shumaker posted in a neighborhood online group and explained the situation. “I’m so heartbroken and afraid that this will ruin her birthday,” she wrote.
Andy Spencer, who lives 5 miles from Shumaker, was crawling into bed just before 2 a. m. when he saw her request. “Any parent would be in a panic,” Spencer said. “I don’t want any kid to be disappointed on her birthday.”
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
Spencer thought of his daughter Hailey’s keyboard, which had hardly been played.
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Rejecting the money, Spencer said all he wanted was a photo of a happy Aubree on her birthday.
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广东省湛江市2026届高三下学期开学检测
英语参考答案
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）
1-3 DAB 4-7 CBBA 8-11 DCDC 12-15 ACDB
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
16-20 CDBFG
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）
21-25 BACBD 26-30 ABADA 31-35 CCDBC
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
36. the 37. celebrations 38. than 39. from 40. reflecting
41. luck 42. selected 43. which 44. grounded 45. extremely
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
Fire Safety: Our Shared Responsibility
Fires are more common in winter, so it is important to raise public awareness. Fire safety matters not only personally, but also for the whole community.
We all know that preventing fires saves lives, property, and keeps society stable. Therefore, we should build safe habits — for example, checking electrical appliances, not plugging too many devices into one socket, and keeping things that catch fire easily away from heaters. It is also key to learn how to use a fire extinguisher and remember escape routes.
Let’s each do our part. Only when everyone shares the responsibility can we create a safer place for all.
第二节（满分25分）
Spencer thought of his daughter Hailey’s keyboard, which had hardly been played. Spencer told the story to Hailey, who was eager to help. Hailey’s keyboard had 61 full-size keys and would fit perfectly on the stand that Shumaker had. So he typed a message to Shumaker and offered to give away their keyboard. Shumaker couldn’t believe how quickly her luck had appeared. “I am so thankful for your generosity,” she texted. Within a few minutes, Spencer brought the keyboard into Shumaker’s home. “How much do you want for it?” Shumaker asked, figuring she’d send him some money.
Rejecting the money, Spencer said all he wanted was a photo of a happy Aubree on her birthday. Just a few hours later, Aubree woke up and rushed into the living room. “Mom,” she exclaimed when she saw the keyboard, “This is the best birthday gift I have received!” She immediately began dancing her fingers over the keys, and her face lit up as those first few notes emerged. Later that day, Shumaker messaged Spencer the photo of Aubree playing the piano with a smile on her face and said thanks once again. The whole experience of that night impressed Shumaker with the warmth from strangers.