2025届上海市黄浦区高三上学期一模考试英语试卷.doc

2025届上海市黄浦区高三上学期一模考试英语试卷一、语法填空(★★★) Directions: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passages coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank. The Ancient Philosophy Behind The Sign The Sign, a 28-minute episode of the kids TV show has been hotly anticipated—and its story is a deep reflection on change. The much-loved Australian cartoon about Bluey, a seven-year-old blue dog has been a worldwide phenomenon since it 1 (launch) back in 2018. Alongside more genuinely laugh-out-loud moments than in most high-time comedies, it contains more serious elements too, such as brief introductions of parenting situations 2 will be painfully familiar to any guardians or caregivers, as well as inferences to fateful life events 3 death and marriage. It’s exploring an adult world with the joyous, surreal excitement of childhood. 4 viewers won’t have predicted will be how much this episode draws from Taoist philosophy. It is an ancient Chinese belief system based on trying 5 (exist) in harmony with the universe. When Bluey sadly tells her classmates she’s moving away, her teacher Calypso reads a story 6 (call) The Farmer. The story follows a series of events happening, and each time, the neighbours tell the farmer that it’s “good luck” or “bad luck”. Every time, the farmer simply replies to each situation, “We’ll see”. “Is it a happy or sad ending?” asks Bluey afterwards. “Both, ” says Calypso. “I don’t understand, ” says Bluey. “Everything will work out the way that 7 is supposed to, Bluey, ” she replies. The story is actually an old tale that first originated in the Huainanzi, an ancient Chinese text 8 (date) back to 139 BC, and it reminds people that we have no control or no real way of knowing whether events that happen to us 9 (be) “good” or “bad”. 10 we are open to change and trust that things will work out for the best, we are sure to make it.二、选词填空(★★★) Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need. A． clarity B． enriching C． ideally D． recharge E． refreshed F． schedule G． selfish H． socially I． strike J． tolerate K． varying How to Get the Most Out of Alone Time Solitude is a state of being alone or away from others. It is distinct from loneliness, a feeling of emptiness or sadness arising from a perceived lack of desired connection with others. While we think of loneliness as a negative emotional state, solitude can be a positive and 11 experience. As social creatures, we are conditioned to live in groups and seek approval and belonging. If we spend too much time alone, we can become 12 awkward, making it even harder to connect with others and get feedback from those around us. If you cannot be alone, you may stay in situations or make life choices that aren’t good for you in the long run, mainly because you can’t 13 being alone while transitioning to a better situation. Consider solitude a time for self-reflection, relaxation, creativity, and personal growth. It can allow you to focus on your thoughts and feelings, gain 14 on personal challenges, and develop a deeper understanding of yourself. Solitude can also be a way to 15 and find peace amid the demands and distractions of modern life. It’s essential to 16 a balance between solitude and social interaction. Different individuals have 17 needs for solitude, and finding the right amount that matches your well-being is essential for leading a fulfilling life. You’d better 18 daily time for solitude. Plan some time to be with yourself daily to enjoy the benefits of solitude. For instance, at lunchtime, go for a walk by yourself and come back 19 . Be aware of self- judgments about taking time for yourself. Wanting to be alone can be seen as 20 or anti-social; you should think about others and do things for them instead. Kindly challenge these self-judgments and respond to them with positive statements, like that taking time for oneself is essential for self-care and mental health.三、完形填空(★★★) Our drive to seek out happiness is a muscle that we can exercise and develop. Almost anyone can learn to develop their reward sensitivity by _________ themselves to notice and experience their positive emotions. To raise your reward sensitivity, begin by planning one activity per day that will make you happy or give you a sense of _________ . It can be as small as treating yourself to a favorite snack or reading a few pages of a novel. This will make you less likely to _________ positive experi。