青岛2025-2026学年第二学期期末教学质量检测试题(卷)高三英语

1、—I just got laid off. An awful business, you know.

—_______So are you all right?

A. That’s a shame.   B. It doesn’t hurt to ask.

C. Is it as bad as that?   D. Believe in yourself!

2、Never _____met such a person before.

A. did I   B. I have

C. have I   D. Am I

3、Have you applied ___________ Mr Black _____________ the post? It’s worth a try.

A. for; to B. with; for

C. with; about D. to; for

4、You are 16 years old. You’re ______ to travel on the train by yourself.

A．enough good

B．old enough

C．well enough

D．tall enough

5、I’m sure your suggestions will ________ the problem.

A．contribute to solving

B．contribute to solve

C．be contributed to solve

D．be contributed to solving

6、J.K.Rowling’s Harry Potter series __________ readers of all ages, and went straight to number one on the best-seller list.

A.attended to B.referred to C.turned to D.appealed to

7、With the COVID-19 ______ quickly around the globe, the whole world are in a(n) ______ of shock.

A.gathering, condition B.spreading, state

C.to spread, approach D.to gather, style

8、They use computers to keep the traffic smoothly.  k

A. being run     B. run

C. to run     D. running

9、Later Mrs Smith decided to buy that kind of cloth because she   that the cloth   very well.

A. has been told;washes   B. had been told;washed

C. was told;was washed   D. had been told;was washed

10、A middle-aged woman came _____ to the bus stop only _____ the bus had gone.

A．to run; to find

B．running; to find

C．and ran; finding

D．running; finding

11、Columbus’s discovery of the “New World” took place _______.

A. on purpose   B. by accident

C. by heart   D. by mistake

12、An island is a small piece of land ________ by water.

A.surrounded B.surrounding C.to be surrounded D.being surrounded

13、Eventually, the butterfly manages to reach the place____________ it will spend the winter.

A．which

B．when

C．that

D．where

14、The newly-built tower, _______beyond imagination, is called “ The First Tower in Asia”

A．eighty-five feet as tall as

B．as eighty-five feet tall as

C．as tall eighty-five feet as

D．as tall as eighty-five feet

15、In 1963 the UN set up the World Food Programme, one of ______ purpose is to relieve worldwide starvation.

A．which

B．whose

C．its

D．whom

16、Don't let yourself be ________ into buying things you don't want.

A．expressed

B．organized

C．persuaded

D．preferred

17、The secretary is so outstanding and popular _____ she knows how to get on well with other colleagues and balance the relationship between them.

A.as though B.even though

C.in case D.in that

18、—Do you think Jack will win the match?

—Yes. He is smart, patient and experienced, so I ______ him to win.

A. hope   B. prefer

C. expect   D. want

19、Only when I graduated from the high school ______ how much time I had wasted.

A. I realized   B. I had realized

C. did I realize D. had I realized

20、China is no doubt the most remarkable places in the world ________ its architectural marvels(建筑奇迹).

A．in favor of

B．in terms of

C．in honor of

D．in place of

21、Honda is developing an in-shoe navigation (导航) system to support the visually impaired (受损的) with walking, and it could be a game-changer.

The Ashirase is a navigation system consisting of a smartphone app and a three-dimensional device including a motion sensor, which is attached inside the shoe. Based on the route set with the app, the device vibrates (振动) to provide navigation. When the user should go straight, the vibrator positioned on the front part of the foot vibrates, and when the user is approaching a right or left turn, the vibrator on the right or left side vibrates to notify the user.

The navigation provided by Ashirase enables the user to understand the routes more easily, and thus the user does not have to be constantly mindful of the direction, which makes it possible for the user to walk more safely and with a more relaxed state of mind. Having navigation provided through vibration on the foot is also useful in that it does not bother the user’s hand which is holding a walking stick, or ears used to listen to surrounding sounds.

Why is a company known for its automobiles getting involved in this area? Because it matters. In Japan alone, the number of people with visual impairment including low vision was estimated to be 1. 64 million as of 2007, and the number is forecast to increase to nearly 2 million by 2030.

With the concept of “navigation which enables safety and a relaxed state of mind for the visually impaired”, Ashirase is being developed as a product which helps the visually impaired reach their destinations safely and have a more independent lifestyle.

Wataru Chino, a designer at Honda, said, “I am sure that we will face many challenges as we work toward the market launch of Ashirase; however, we’re bound to overcome them to realize the freedom of mobility for visually impaired people.”

【1】What does the underlined word “notify” in paragraph 2 probably mean?

A．Protect.

B．Assess.

C．Inform.

D．Stop.

【2】What does paragraph 3 focus on concerning Ashirase?

A．Its benefits for its users.

B．Its working principles.

C．Its potential challenges.

D．Its future improvements.

【3】Why does Honda choose to develop the navigation system?

A．Most Japanese people expect the company to do so.

B．The company has trouble developing new automobiles.

C．There is an increasing demand from the visually impaired.

D．The company determines to prevent more visual impairment.

【4】What do Wataru Chino’s words suggest?

A．He is confident to make the system accessible.

B．He believes the system will earn much money.

C．He is worried about the future market potential.

D．He finds developing the system less challenging.

22、How to raise self­confidence

Take a risk.【1】But it's a relief when you do and someone accepts you just as you are.Shame disappears when you receive support and understanding from others.We must stop trying to appear perfect by keeping our shortcomings a secret.

【2】Accept the reality that we all make mistakes，and choose not to regret.Learn from them.Then forgive yourself，and let go of the past so that you can move forward.Accept the things you can't change，change the things that are under your control.

Refocus(重新集中) your attention.Rather than focusing on your shortcomings，pay attention to everything that's good about you.【3】This might include your natural talents，your learned skills，your achievements，your dreams，and even your healthy relationships.You can actively direct your attention to creating the kind of experiences you want in life.And become the person you want to be.

Be of service.Look around for how you can connect with and help others in your everyday life.Even a smile or a kind word can make a difference to someone else.【4】

Never give up.You must not allow bad thoughts to overwhelm(压倒) you.【5】When you choose to be positive，you know you're doing your best and can feel good about yourself.No matter what difficulties show up in your life don't ever give up on yourself.

A．Don't get stuck in regret.

B．Stand up for yourself no matter what.

C．Make your dreams come true just as anyone else.

D．We're often afraid to show our weak points to others.

E．There's no better feeling than knowing you truly helped someone.

F．You feel proud of yourself when you seek the truth and do the right thing.

G．Come up with an actual list，and refer to it often to remind yourself of your strengths.

23、Stepping Out Into Nature

The classic road trip is more popular than ever. Here are several places to hit the open road.

Colo-road Trips

The Colorado Tourism Office has made it easy for road-trippers to explore the state’s 24 Scenic & Historic Byways. A new microsite includes-an interactive map that enables travelers to explore options by region, interest or season. Travelers seeking inspiration can also access insider tips and side-trip suggestions for historic attractions, active adventures and highlight cultural opportunities.

The Beartooth Highway.

Visitors of this extraordinary byway experience the grand sights of Montana, Wyoming and Yellowstone Park. The windy 68-mile stretch introduces road explorers to one of the most diverse ecosystems accessible by auto. Breathtakingly beautiful, this All-American Road showcases wide, high alpine plateaus（高原）, painted with ice blue lakes, forested valleys, waterfalls and wildlife.

Seward Highway, Alaska

The road that connects Anchorage to Seward is 127-mile treasure of natural beauty, wildlife and stories of adventure. The drive begins at the base of the Chugach Mountains, hugs the scenic shores of Turnagain Arm and winds through gold mining towns, national forests and fishing villages. Expect waterfalls, glaciers, eagles and some good bear stories.

The Lighthouse Trail, Maine

Travel the 375 miles between Kittery and Calais, Maine, visiting lighthouses along the way. Hear tales of shipwrecks（海难）and of the difficult and lonely life led by those who kept the lights burning brightly. If possible, visit the Maine Lighthouse Museum. where artifacts and hands-on exhibits for children provide an appealing break.

【1】What makes Colo-road Tips special?

A．Good bear stories.

B．A scenic beach.

C．Hands-on exhibits.

D．An interactive map.

【2】Where can you explore state of gold miners?

A．Colorado.

B．Montana.

C．Alaska.

D．Maine

【3】Which place is suitable for a family with children?

A．Colo-road Trips.

B．The Beartooth Highway.

C．Seward Highway.

D．The Lighthouse Trail.

24、Several years ago, I was living in New York and working for an airline, so I never got back home for Christmas. But this Christmas was different. I was lucky. I had the whole day off, which meant I could spend Christmas Eve with my family.

When Christmas morning came, I awoke to a small hand rubbing my face. "Dad, Merry Christmas!" my younger son said. I got downstairs just to see the little boys' faces as they looked at the pocket rockets Santa Claus had left them. The real Christmas was for the children who had deep belief in the amazing power of Santa Claus. At first, their fingers went almost shyly over their toys. When their inspection（检查）had been completed, the two boys dragged everything into the centre of the living room.

Delight flooded the room. As their mother began giving out gifts, I smiled to myself, wondering what unexpected gift this year I would receive. The children were happily opening packages but I received not a single one. I had to admit that my disappointment was growing steadily, but I tried not to show it.

My youngest son was so kind. He passed me a box saying, "Daddy, it is a gift from Santa Claus for me. But he won't mind that I will give it to a poor dad, right?" I smiled knowing the gift was the one I put in the stocking. I thanked him and gave him a big hug.

Suddenly my wife said, "We haven't forgotten you. Look at the tree." There was an envelope in the tree, addressed to me. I opened it and read, "You have one day off from your job to spend with us. Welcome back home. Merry Christmas!"

Outside, snow was falling, a usual event for a New York Christmas. I was surrounded by an act of love, I smiled at first and cried like a little boy.

【1】Why did the author feel lucky this Christmas?

A．Because he had a job in an airline.

B．Because he could spend Christmas at home.

C．Because he got a pay rise before Christmas.

D．Because he had a newborn son before Christmas.

【2】When the author found no gifts for him at first, he was ________.

A．angry but pretended to be happy

B．relaxed knowing his wife was too busy

C．surprised to find no one remembered him

D．disappointed but pretended nothing serious

【3】Who gave the gift to the youngest son of the author?

A．His mother.

B．Santa Claus.

C．His father.

D．His elder brother.

【4】How did the author feel about this Christmas?

A．He felt lonely without other members remembering him.

B．He felt excited at so many gifts given by Santa Claus.

C．He felt proud his son would share everything with him.

D．He felt surrounded by love at the special Christmas.

25、For the longest time, the predominant description about renewable energy featured awkward technologies, high costs, and burdensome allowance. In the _______ of strict and far-reaching policy changes, the chances for mass adoption seemed slim. Electric vehicles (EVs) simply couldn’t go the distance, and LED lights were unattractive and _______.

But now that these technologies have come of age, a new story is being written. Around the world, businesses, governments, and households are taking advantage of more cost-effective low-carbon technologies.

_______ advances in information technologies (IT), green solutions can be introduced into business operations successfully. And as public support for these technologies has grown, so have the _______ for scaling up to a fully sustainable energy system.

As in any rapid transition, a full understanding of what is happening has _______ events. Many present energy producers find it hard to believe that their world is undergoing a revolutionary change, so they insist that their heavily polluting technologies will remain _______ and necessary for some time to come. Journalists, too, describe the transition with a degree of _______, because it is their job to be suspicious. And politicians and regulators are cautious to adopt a new perspective, _______ they are already struggling to keep up with the pace of change in the energy industry.

To be sure, _______ doesn’t come without setbacks, as the recent growth in energy-related greenhouse-gas (GHG) emissions shows. Yet there is no doubt that the future of energy will be __________ different from the recent past. In fact, the __________ is happening even faster than we think, for example, coal-fired power plants are shutting down faster than ever, and plans for new natural-gas plants are being replaced with more cost-effective wind and solar options. And as the shift toward renewables gains good trends, it will be easier for elected officials to pursue more climate-friendly policies and regulations, thereby creating a(n) __________ circle of change.

As the green transition comes of age, it will offer solutions to all of humanity’s energy needs, placing a clean, prosperous and secure low-carbon future well within reach. Yet even as we hug __________, we must not lose sight of the fact that climate change is speeding up. With GHG emissions __________ to rise, the future of humanity hangs in the balance. One hopes that the shift to __________ energy will tip the scale in our favor.

【1】

A．license

B．absence

C．application

D．promotion

【2】

A．invisible

B．unbelievable

C．inevitable

D．unaffordable

【3】

A．Instead of

B．Owing to

C．In case of

D．According to

【4】

A．resources

B．revolutions

C．prospects

D．priorities

【5】

A．caught up with

B．compared with

C．taken place of

D．fallen behind

【6】

A．relevant

B．inferior

C．synthetic

D．experimental

【7】

A．mixture

B．caution

C．conflict

D．approval

【8】

A．in case

B．so that

C．even though

D．the moment

【9】

A．significance

B．invention

C．happiness

D．progress

【10】

A．dramatically

B．economically

C．independently

D．equivalently

【11】

A．interaction

B．modernization

C．motivation

D．transformation

【12】

A．natural

B．potential

C．positive

D．original

【13】

A．influence

B．optimism

C．estimation

D．extension

【14】

A．starting

B．failing

C．emerging

D．continuing

【15】

A．sustainable

B．traditional

C．available

D．industrial

26、阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一个完整的短文。续写的词数应为150左右。

Christmas was hanging around. Six-year-old David was thinking what presents he could get from Santa. He wanted slippers; he wanted a silk tie; he wanted some toys. And school starting soon, he also hoped to get something about schooling. In order to get Santa to know what he needed, he thought he would write a letter to Santa, which he believed would bring him those presents. He found a sheet and made a list of the items on it, and then bent down to post the letter up the chimney, waiting for the draught to take it up.

David got up very early on the Christmas morning. He searched his room carefully, but to his disappointment, he didn’t find the presents he hoped for. Hadn’t Santa received the letter? Was he too busy to send him the gifts? Although feeling a little upset, David was convinced that Santa would not forget him and he was bound to receive the items.

Many years had passed and 2015 came. In an old house of the Reading Town, a young builder, Lewis Shaw was removing the fireplace with his colleagues when he suddenly uncovered a small piece of paper, which was still in perfect condition even if it had turned yellow. He picked it up and unfolded it. It was a letter written to Santa. The touching hand-written note read: Dear Father Christmas, Please can you send me a drum, box of chalks, slippers, silk tie, pencil box, any little toys you have to spare.

Love,

David

It was then signed off with lots of kisses.

This was the very letter written by David and the house was where he had lived during his childhood!

The note struck a chord with Shaw—it told us how simple Christmas once was—and still should be. David didn’t ask for much, just the things he needed modestly. But children today, like his own son and daughter, were ungrateful and would email Santa, asking for expensive things and taking it for granted.

Paragraph 1:

Shaw decided to find out the author of the letter,

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Paragraph 2:

A greater surprise was waiting for David.

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