日照市2026届高三下学期第一次模拟测试
英语试题
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
The City of Burlington is inviting residents and visitors to enjoy three weeks of free, interactive in-person or online events and activities during Culture Days (Sept.20 to Oct.13).
Art Gallery of Burlington (AGB) Exhibits and Events, Sept.20 to Oct.8
The AGB is exhibiting David R. Harper’s MIDNIGHT, Magdalene Dykstra’s Exchanging Presence and Jose Luis Torres’ The place as an object and the object as a place. Everyone is invited to join in Burlington Family Open Studios on Sept.22,29, Oct.3 and 6．
The Burlington Performing Arts Centre (BPAC), Sept.28, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
BPAC is removing barriers to performing arts participation with a full day of free and accessible community programming. This year BPAC offers a combination of performances and interactive events that will showcase performing artists and organizations from Burlington and the surrounding region.
Burlington Public Library (BPL), Sept.21 to Oct.8
BPL is hosting free music and meditation sessions for adults, art and writing workshops for kids as well as author sessions. Meet native storyteller Jim Adams on Sept.28, author Lisa Moore on Oct.1, and former astronaut Marc Garneau on Oct.5．
Joseph Brant Museum, Sept.28, 1 to 3 p.m.
Museums of Burlington is partnering with the City and regional municipalities to present a community art project. Harmony in Culture is a collaborative ceramic mural (壁画) project designed to celebrate cultural diversity and unity through art. Artists Yvette Garcia-Mier, Shahrzad Amin and Lauren Sinett will lead a clay workshop at Joseph Brant Museum and create unique artwork that will be integrated into a larger community mural.
For a complete listing of Culture Days activities happening in Burlington, please visit burlington.ca/culturedays or the Burlington Hub at culturedays.ca.
1. How long will AGB Exhibits and Events last?
A. 4 days. B. 18 days. C. 19 days. D. 21 days.
2. Where would you like your 6-year-old to go if he likes writing?
A. Art Gallery of Burlington. B. The Burlington Performing Arts Centre.
C. Burlington Public Library. D. Joseph Brant Museum.
3. What do we know about the event in Joseph Brant Museum on Sept. 28?
A. It is part of a mural project. B. It is initiated by three local artists.
C. It is funded by the community. D. It is aimed at bridging the cultural gap.
B
The first time I went to Europe alone I stayed at a youth hostel. Youth hostels have large dormitory-style rooms with bunk beds (双层床). They’re considerably cheaper than regular hotels. I was in Paris for a week, and I had no idea what to expect. As I was going out to explore the city on my first night, a young Japanese man asked if he could join me. We went to see Notre Dame, and my new friend taught me a Japanese word, “sugoi”, which means “awesome”.
In subsequent stays at youth hostels, I would meet a rich man from New England who was struggling to find meaning in his life and a young African man looking for a girlfriend. I opted to take trains over airplanes for the same reason: On trains, I talked with people from all walks of life — people who often shared their philosophy of life with me.
Meeting people from different backgrounds provides a growth opportunity. You can learn from those people. In fact, one of the great advantages of colleges in the United States is that students meet, work with, and engage in discussions with people from different geographic and cultural backgrounds.
But there is another advantage to this kind of socializing: It is rich in surprises. Like traveling to a new place, where you can’t really know what your experience will be like, meeting random strangers keeps you from falling into lazy expectations. You don’t know whether the people you meet will share your opinions, whether they’ll defer to you or dominate the conversation, or whether they’ll laugh at your jokes or make you laugh.
I think this may be part of the attraction of “blind box” socializing, where people sign up to be matched with strangers for dinner, say, or a hike. When you sign up for such an event, you don’t know what kind of conversations you might have, or how you might interact with the other people who sign up. But that is the point. If you have the chance, you might give it a try — meet someone surprising, but stay safe, of course.
4. What does the author think of his stays at youth hostels?
A. Surprising and thrilling. B. Delightful and rewarding.
C. Inconvenient but affordable. D. Stressful but meaningful.
5. Why does the author mention “colleges in the United States” in paragraph 3?
A. To support an argument. B. To present an example.
C. To illustrate a rule. D. To highlight a theory.
6. What do the underlined words “defer to” in paragraph 4 probably mean?
A. Bank on. B. Submit to. C. Argue with. D. Speak for.
7. Which of the following is the best title for the text?
A. Explore youth hostels. B. Get off the well-beaten path.
C. Embrace the unexpected. D. Rethink “blind box” socializing.
C
Half the world’s 100 largest cities are experiencing high levels of water stress, with 38 of these sitting in regions of “extremely high water stress”, new analysis and mapping has shown.
Water stress means that withdrawals for public water supply and industry are close to exceeding available supplies, often caused by ineffective regulation of water resources and intensified by climate breakdown. Watershed Investigations and the Guardian mapped cities on stressed catchments revealing that Beijing, New York, Los Angeles, and Delhi are among those facing extreme stress, while London, Bangkok and Jakarta are classed as being highly stressed.
Separate analysis of NASA satellite data shows which of the largest 100 cities have been drying or getting wetter over two decades with places such as Chennai, Tehran and Zhengzhou showing strong drying trends and Tokyo, Lagos and Kampala showing strong wetting trends. Most of the city regions in notably wetting zones are in sub-Saharan Africa, with just Tokyo and Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic sitting elsewhere. Most of the urban centers in areas with the strongest drying signals are across Asia, particularly northern India and Pakistan.
Now in its sixth year of drought, Tehran is critically close to “day zero” when no water will be available for its citizens, and last year the president, Masoud Pezeshkian, said the city may have to be relocated if the drought continues. Mohammad Shamsuddoha, professor of water crisis and risk reduction at UCL, said, “By tracking changes in total water storage from space, Grace, the NASA project, shows which cities are drying and which are getting wetter, offering an early warning of emerging water insecurity.”
Last week the UN announced the world had entered a state of serious water shortage where degradation of some resources had become irreversible (不可逆的). The World Bank Group has also been sounding the alarm. Global freshwater reserves have decreased sharply over the past 20 years, according to the group.
8. What does the author think leads to water stress?
A. Heavy water pollution. B. Poor water management.
C. Freezing climate. D. Large population.
9. What does NASA satellite data indicate?
A. Huge water loss. B. Severe water shortage.
C. Changeable rainfall. D. Uneven water distribution.
10. What is the purpose of Grace?
A. To control water use. B. To increase freshwater reserves.
C. To issue an alert in time. D. To slow down the drying trends.
11. What is the text mainly about?
A. The falling water storage across the world.
B. The problems with global water regulation.
C. NASA’s efforts to track global water changes.
D. Growing water risks faced by big cities worldwide.
D
A new study by researchers at the Cluster of Excellence Science of Intelligence shows that a combination of uncertainty and heterogeneity (异质性) plays a crucial role in how groups reach agreement.
Classic models of decision-making assume that all individuals contribute equally to consensus (共识), but in reality, groups are diverse and homogeneous in both knowledge and influence. Just as some people are experts in a topic, some individuals have more accurate or reliable information than the rest of the group. Others might be more “connected,” which causes their opinions to spread more widely.
These two types of diversity, namely level of knowledge and number of connections, are not independent, as uncertainty influences how the two shape decision-making. In other words, individuals with more initial knowledge tend to become more central and influential, helping others reduce uncertainty, while those who interact with many others obtain more information and thus become less uncertain over time. This dynamic allows groups to naturally remove weak or biased information and come to reliable conclusions — as long as central individuals don’t become overconfident too quickly.
To explore these effects, the researchers built a model where individuals adjust their beliefs and certainty dynamically as new information comes in. Uncertain individuals relied more on their peers, while confident ones shaped the group’s direction of opinion. But position within the network mattered just as much — highly connected agents spread their opinions widely, whether they were right or wrong.
The researchers found that a mix of perspectives wasn’t enough to improve decisions. Groups reached smarter and faster decisions when guided by uncertainty. When everyone had equal certainty and connections, consensus was slow and unreliable. But in heterogeneous groups, uncertainty helped weigh opinions, so that decisions were faster and more accurate.
In artificial intelligence and robotics, this research offers a new way to design systems that make better collective decisions. Self-driving cars could assess not just sensor inputs, but also the confidence of other nearby vehicles, improving safety. Many natural systems already follow the principle of adapting to uncertainty. Schools of fish, flocks of birds, and ant colonies don’t treat all input equally but adapt dynamically. We can use that knowledge to build better AI and improve human collaboration.
12. What do classic models of decision-making ignore?
A. Group discussion. B. Individual difference.
C. Equal contribution. D. Interpersonal relationship.
13. What can be inferred about “knowledge” and “connections”?
A. They can be misleading. B. They can remove overconfidence.
C. They rely on central individuals. D. They interact through uncertainty.
14. How can uncertainty assist with decision-making according to the research?
A. By balancing different views. B. By encouraging more participation.
C. By making people decisive. D. By reducing unnecessary conflicts.
15. What does the author mainly discuss in the last paragraph?
A. Choice of new research methods. B. Possible directions of AI technology.
C. Ways of adapting to uncertainty. D. Potential application of the findings.
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。
In recent years, more people have begun to prioritize their emotional well-being over constant availability. The phrase “protect your peace” has become a guiding principle for those who feel exhausted by endless demands, unspoken duties, and relationships that take more than they give. 16 It is a response to burnout.
People begin to withdraw not because they do not care, but because they have spent too long caring without limits. 17 Some conversations are difficult but necessary. The challenge lies in knowing when silence preserves your well-being and when it quietly costs you your sense of self.
Boundaries are often misunderstood as rules imposed (强加) on others. 18 They reflect who you believe you are and what you believe you are allowed to need. Many people struggle with boundaries not because they lack communication skills, but because they have internalized the belief that their worth is tied to how much they give.
19 Healthy, loving relationships thrive on clarity and care. Silence can create distance, while thoughtful communication can strengthen trust. Explaining a boundary does not weaken it. When done with honesty and kindness, it helps others understand that your limits are not rejection, but preservation.
Boundaries are not demands. They are signals. They show others what we value and what we will protect. Over time, this clarity reshapes relationships, making room for mutual respect. Protecting your peace is not a single decision but an ongoing practice. It requires reflection, communication, and the willingness to redefine strength. In choosing yourself with honesty and care, you do not lose connection. 20
A. This shift isn’t about selfishness.
B. Instead, you create healthier ones.
C. As a matter of fact, they are rooted in identity.
D. Healthy relationships often require regular apology.
E. Protecting your peace doesn’t remove the need for explanation.
F. Yet protecting your peace doesn’t mean avoiding all discomfort.
G. It means refusing to lose yourself in the process of deep reflection.
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四个选项中选出最佳选项。
James Ketchell, an Englishman, is keen on adventure. He is starting to make the first 21 travel around the globe by land, air, and sea. 22 sail alone from Hampshire, Ketchell is ready to embrace the 23 of a 30,000-mile voyage over the next nine months.
Ketchell will 24 from the beautiful Canary Islands, around the Cape of Good Hope, to Australia, across the Pacific Ocean, 25 arriving in Uruguay. By late spring next year, he 26 to return to Antigua, New York, and finally, his home. Along the way, Ketchell plans to livestream his journey, sharing his 27 for adventure and exploration.
Ketchell, who previously 28 his second circumnavigation (环球) in 2019 using a gyro-copter (旋翼机), enjoyed a(n) 29 six-month adventure filled with 122 flights. His journey began in 2013 when he first rode around the world on a bicycle. This new adventure 30 his second attempt at circumnavigating (环航) by boat, following an earlier try in 2014 that faced 31 due to a breakdown.
Ketchell’s journey continues the British tradition of 32 , which began with pioneers like Joshua Slocum, the first person to ever circumnavigate the world alone in a sailing boat from Nova Scotia, who 33 in 1892 and returned three years later. His journey serves as a 34 that the search for discovery and the courage to explore into the unknown continue to 35 the world today.
21. A. individual B. official C. dangerous D. agreeable
22. A. Raising B. Adjusting C. Setting D. Repairing
23. A. consequence B. principle C. opportunity D. excitement
24. A. come B. journey C. benefit D. escape
25. A. accidentally B. hurriedly C. eventually D. luckily
26. A. promises B. manages C. happens D. hopes
27. A. passion B. concern C. qualification D. plan
28. A. recorded B. completed C. advocated D. pictured
29. A. conventional B. unexpected C. experimental D. remarkable
30. A. marks B. helps C. proves D. involves
31. A. attacks B. conflicts C. challenges D. faults
32. A. traveling B. exploration C. cycling D. research
33. A. hung out B. ran away C. turned up D. started off
34. A. reminder B. symbol C. standard D. warning
35. A. witness B. protect C. shape D. document
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。
Food has long been regarded as the soul of Chinese culture. And Chinese cuisine, which is renowned for its diversity and philosophical 36 (deep), holds the ancient art of fermentation (发酵) in particularly high regard. This transformative process serves not only as a practical method of preservation but also as a 37 (base) technique for unlocking complex flavor profiles. Over the past thousands of years, this traditional food-making method, carried forward like a living heritage, 38 (pass) down from generation to generation, shining brightly in the long river of Chinese food culture.
Beyond everyday seasonings 39 soy sauce and vinegar (醋), which are themselves products of fermentation, more distinctive creations can be found. Southern cuisines, such as 40 of Guangdong, rely on fermented seafood or beans to form the essential flavorful foundation for numerous dishes. In Sichuan, paocai (pickled vegetables) provides a sharp counterpoint to the region’s fiery chilies, thus 41 (create) a thrilling yet balanced taste sensation.
The most iconic example is perhaps fermented tofu (furu), 42 humble bean curd is transformed by microbes (微生物) into a product with a creamy texture and a cheese-like flavor. This tasty food, 43 enjoyed as a fragrant, flavor-packed seasoning or as a steaming, delicious street snack, 44 (reflect) a core cooking principle: transforming simple ingredients into lasting sources of taste.
Indeed, fermentation represents where microbiology meets gastronomy. To explore them is to taste an essential pillar of China’s food heritage— one 45 (preserve) through time and folk wisdom.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
假定你是校英文报记者李华，正在做关于“青少年阅读习惯”的调查研究，期间遇到了一些困难。请你给外教David写一封邮件，内容包括：
(1) 你的困难；
(2) 寻求建议。
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。
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。
“John, come on! We’ve got to get going!” my older sister Anna yelled up the stairs.
Anna and I fought about everything. She used the bathroom too long, she ate my snacks, and she always acted like the perfect older sister. She was on the track team, got good grades, and had tons of friends. Mom and Dad were always saying, “Why can’t you be more like your sister?” Trust me, I heard it enough.
Why would anyone pick exercise over pajamas (睡衣)? It puzzled me. I’m really not that into sports. So, when Anna heard I was running the Turkey Trot this year, the look on her face — “You? Running?” I’ll never forget it.
I stumbled down to the car where Anna was already seated and Dad was eating a chocolate bar. “Gotta fuel up,” he said. “Want one, John?” “I just need to wake up,” I said. “Why is it still dark? Is this even legal? You think this is fun?” “Of course it’s fun,” Anna cut in. “Don’t you know that exercise in the morning is one of the healthiest things you can do?” I stopped listening. She could be such a know-it-all sometimes.
When we got to the race, I was shocked how many people were there. It wasn’t long before the announcer started the countdown. Anna plugged in her AirPods and went off with the crowd. Dad found his friends and joined them. I was determined to run on my own.
Just keep going, just keep going, I told myself. I hated to admit it, but maybe Anna had been right about morning exercise. After the first mile and a half, I was feeling amazing—until my leg began to feel funny. It felt like nails were poking my right leg. My muscles began twitching uncontrollably. No, no, no, not a cramp (抽筋)! Before I could decide, my body chose for me. I couldn’t take one more step. I struggled to the side of the road and sat down, trying to shake it off. This can’t be happening, I thought. Then I heard footsteps behind me.
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。
日照市2026届高三第一次模拟测试
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. C 2. C 3. A 4. B 5. A 6. B 7. C 8. B 9. D 10. C 11. D
12. B 13. D 14. A 15. D
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
16. A 17. F 18. C 19. E 20. B
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. A 22. C 23. D 24. B 25. C 26. D 27. A 28. B 29. D 30. A 31. C 32. B 33. D 34. A 35. C
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
36. depth 37. basic 38. has been passed 39. like 40. those
41. creating 42. where 43. whether 44. reflects 45. preserved
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
Dear David,
I’m writing to seek your help. These days, I’m conducting a survey about teenagers’ reading habits, and I’ve come across some problems that puzzle me a lot.
First, I find it challenging to design effective survey questions. Many of my questions are either too general or lead to inaccurate answers, which makes the data unconvincing. Second, I’m not sure how to analyze and present the collected data in a professional way in English so that I can draw meaningful conclusions.
Could you please offer me some suggestions on how to improve my survey questions and data analysis? I’d really appreciate your help.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
It was Anna, jogging back toward me. “What are you doing here?” I asked. “You should be at the finish line!” “I got to the two-mile mark and didn’t see you,” she said, breathing hard. “I got worried. Are you okay?” Anna knelt down beside me. She gently stretched my leg and offered me her hand. I took it, and she helped me up. For the rest part, Anna stayed by my side. She slowed her pace to match mine. She talked me through the pain, telling me when to walk and when to jog again. “You’re doing great, John. Just keep going. I’m right here.”
As we crossed the finish line, Anna asked, “One more time next year?” “Yeah,” I said. And for the first time, I meant it. Dad was at the finish line, cheering for us. Anna threw an arm around my shoulder, saying “Not bad for your first race, little brother.” After the race, I couldn’t stop thinking about how Anna had given up her race to help me. I started to look at my sister differently and realized something: I hadn’t just learned to love running. I had learned to love having her as my sister. Sometimes the best things in life aren’t about winning — they’re about who’s running beside you.