1、2025届内蒙古多校高三上学期第一次联考英语试题一、阅读理解Often conducted in remote and dangerous environments, shark research requires time and money. But that work is paying off as researchers continually identify new species of sharks, such as those that can walk on the ocean floor and glow in the dark. These research-orien
2、ted organizations are exploring the worlds reefs, seas, coastlines, and oceans to ultimately benefit shark conservation. Atlantic White Shark ConservancyBased on the southern tip of Cape Cod, the conservancys main mission is white shark research and education. Offering expeditions to see the animals
3、 in their natural habitat, educational Shark Centers open to the public, and youth science programs. The non-profit also runs the Sharktivity app where user-reported shark sightings help researchers learn more about shark travel and behavior and keep sharks and humans safe from each other. Beneath T
4、he WavesSince 2013, Beneath The Waves has used science and technology to promote ocean health and conservation policy. Their threatened species initiative collects research on sharks using tools such as tags, sensors, drones, and satellites to better understand shark biology and movement. The non-pr
5、ofit launched the first long-term study of large-scale shark sanctuaries and discovered deep-sea “hotspots” for sharks in the Caribbean. MarAllianceHeadquartered in Houston, MarAlliance conducts research in tropical seas to support wildlife conservation in places such as the Gulf of Mexico, Pacific
6、Ocean, and Caribbean Sea. Their work includes identifying potential sites for marine protected areas from fishing training local fishing communities, and monitoring population levels of threatened marine life, like some species of sharks. Fins AttachedWhile the Colorado-based non-profit aims to prot
7、ect the health of the entire ocean, much of its research focuses on sharks since their position at the top of the marine food chain influences the health of the entire ecosystem. Fins Attached has produced many publications on shark research and allows donors to join some research expeditions, all w
8、ith conservation and education in mind.1What can users do with Sharktivity?APrevent the trade of sharks.BReport sharks real-time activities.CConnect with marine biologists.DDiscover new species of sharks.2What is a primary goal of MarAlliances research in tropical seas?ATo establish new marine theme
9、 parks for tourism.BTo promote recreational diving in the Pacific Ocean.CTo identify potential sites for marine protected areas.DTo increase commercial fishing in the Gulf of Mexico.3Which organization involves donors in shark conservation expeditions?AAtlantic White Shark Conservancy.BBeneath The W
10、aves.CMarAlliance.DFins Attached.Emma Patterson, an 88-year-old resident of Montgomery County, Maryland, has devoted her life to the extraordinary mission of fostering (收养) children. Her fostering journey began quite unexpectedly. As her own children grew up, they started bringing home friends who n
11、eeded more than just a place to hang out they needed care. These children were often hungry, lacked proper clothing, or faced neglect at home. Emma, with her generous spirit, didnt hesitate to open her doors and her heart. What started with helping a few friends of her children quickly turned into a
12、 lifelong commitment to fostering. Over the years, Emma welcomed nearly 40 foster children into her home. At one point, she was caring for as many as 9 children simultaneously (同时). Each child brought their own set of challenges and needs, but Emma faced each situation with firm dedication. Her home
13、 became a shelter for those who had nowhere else to turn to, providing not just the basics of food and shelter but also the emotional support and stability that many of these children had never experienced. Despite these challenges, Emma committed to fostering each child until adulthood. She provide
14、d a stable home environment, guiding them through school and helping them achieve milestones they might have otherwise missed.As Emma continued her journey, her influence extended beyond her home. The children she fostered grew up and went on to lead successful lives, proof of the strong foundation
15、she provided. Many of them stayed in touch, expressing their gratitude and acknowledging the crucial role Emma played in their lives. Her home was more than a temporary shelter. It was the starting point for a brighter future for many. Montgomery County honored her for her exceptional service and de
16、dication, recognizing the countless hours and the boundless love she invested in each child she fostered. Emmas story serves as an inspiration to others, showing that one persons kindness and commitment can indeed change the world, one child at a time.4What motivated Emma to begin fostering children
17、?AHer own childrens school task.BHer long wish to foster children.CThe demand of her community.DHer witness to the childrens situation.5What did Emma provide for the fostered children?AOnly physical necessities.BHelp in developing hobbies.CMaterial and spiritual support.DLegal assistance for their c
18、ases.6What did Emmas home mean to the fostered children?AA promising future.BA temporary shelter.CRecognition of society.DA guaranteed success.7Which of the following can best describe Emma?AGenerous and lonely.BResponsible and committed.CWealthy and intelligent.DThoughtful and humorous.A team of ea
19、rly childhood researchers examined how neighborhood opportunitythe socioeconomic, educational, health, and environmental conditions relevant to child health and developmentis associated with infant (婴儿) brain activity and cognitive development. The researchers found that infants in neighborhoods wit
20、h more opportunities have greater brain function at six months of age. In areas with better educational opportunities, these brain differences are also related to better cognition at 12 months old. The researchers collected their data from 65 infants in community pediatric (小儿科的) practices in the Bo
21、ston and Los Angeles areas. The team examined whether associations between neighborhood opportunity and childrens cognitive development at 12 months of age could be explained by differences in brain activity at 6 months of age, measured by electroencephalography (脑电图学) (EEG). Cognitive development w
22、as measured using the Mullen Scales of Early Learning(MSEL), a standardized play-based developmental assessment. The researchers found that higher levels of neighborhood opportunity are associated with greater absolute EEG power in mid- to high-frequency bands in six months old infants. These EEG me
23、asurements are related to better language and cognitive scores later in childhood, suggesting a neuroprotective role of living in higher opportunity neighborhoods early in life. The team also found that higher levels of educational opportunity, specifically, are associated with better MSEL scores. T
24、his means that neighborhoods with more educational opportunities, like high quality center-based care, may provide more resources to get kids engaged in cognitively simulating activities and enhance their development. “Prior work has focused on the role of socioeconomic disadvantages in child develo
25、pment. Our study aims to shift the conversation towards solutions for improving the environments that kids experience in early childhood to support their development and address inequalities,” said Mei Elansary, MD, MPhil, an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at Boston University. “Given that race a
26、nd ethnicity have been strongly associated with differential access to high opportunity neighborhoods, it is important to think about ways to promote access to these places for all families.” 8What advantage do infants in neighborhoods with higher opportunity levels have?AThey grow more quickly.BThe
27、ir cognition develops better.CThey have fewer health issues.DThey have easier access to wealth.9How did researchers assess cognitive development in infants?ABy monitoring EEG patterns.BThrough pediatric check-ups.CBy having standardized tests.DBy observing social interactions.10What aspect of the re
28、search is talked about in paragraph 4?AIts result.BIts purpose.CIts process.DIts application.11What can policymakers do according to the result of the study?AUpdate current economic conditions.BInvest more money on education.CImprove school facilities nationwide.DCreate fair neighborhood opportuniti
29、es.UChicago Pritzker Molecular Engineering Prof. Y. Shirley Mengs Laboratory for Energy Storage and Conversion (LESC)has created the worlds first anode-free sodium (无阳极钠) solid-state battery. With this research, the LESC has brought the reality of inexpensive, fast- charging, high-capacity batteries
30、 for electric vehicles and grid storage closer than ever. ”Although there have been previous sodium, solid-state, and anode-free batteries, no one has been able to successfully combine these three ideas until now,“ said UC San Diego PhD candidate Grayson Deysher, first author of a new paper outlinin
31、g the teams work. The paper demonstrates a new sodium battery architecture with stable cycling for several hundred cycles. By removing the anode and using inexpensive, abundant sodium instead of lithium(锂), this new form of battery will be more affordable and environmentally friendly to produce. Thr
32、ough its innovative solid-state design, the battery also will be safe and powerful. This work is both an advance in the science and a necessary step to fill the battery scaling gap needed to shift the world economy off fossil fuels. The lithium commonly used for batteries isnt that common. It makes
33、up about 20 parts per million of the Earths crust(地壳), compared to sodium, which makes up 20,000 parts per million. This scarcity, combined with the rising demand for the lithium-ion batteries for laptops, phones and EVs, have sent prices skyrocketing, putting the needed batteries further out of rea
34、ch. Sodium, common in ocean water and soda ash mining, is an inherently more environmentally friendly battery material. The LESC research has made it a powerful one as well. ”Sodium solid-state batteries are usually seen as a far-off-in-the-future technology, but we hope that our work can encourage
35、more push into the sodium area by demonstrating that it can indeed work well, even better than the lithium version in some cases,“ Deysher said. The ultimate goal? Meng expects an energy future with a variety of clean, inexpensive battery options that store renewable energy, scaled to fit societys n
36、eeds.12What do we know about the new sodium battery?AIts on sale now.BIts advanced.CIt charges slow.DIts expensive.13How may the sodium battery affect the global economy?AIt will make batteries more expensive.BIt will shift the form of world economy.CIt will meet the need for EVs.DIt will reduce dep
37、endence on fossil fuels.14Which can best replace the underlined part ”scarcity” in paragraph 4?AshortageBstorageCstrategyDsource15What does Prof. Meng aim to do in the future of energy storage?AFind more sources of material for battery.BPut sodium battery technology to market.COffer diverse clean ch
38、eap battery choices.DScale to fit societys need for development.Some people are mentally stronger than others, capable of easily recovering from setbacks, while others feel at loss and lack confidence. 16 You will be mentally stronger if you always apply these phrases on others or yourself. Am I let
39、ting myself dream big? 17 Despite daily busyness and self-doubt, they believe in the possibility of achieving significant goals. To cultivate boldness, one must embrace big dreams and believe one can achieve them, leading to personal growth and achievement. I dont have to do this; I get to do this.
40、Changing your perspective to see tasks as opportunities can bring gratitude and energy amidst work challenges. For instance, when I travel for work, instead of thinking “I have to do this”, I shift to “I get to do this”, like delivering a keynote that inspires others. 18 It helps me focus on the pos
41、itives of my role as a speaker and writer, keeping me energized and joyful throughout the day. 19 Its normal to compare yourself to others and feel inferior (自卑的), focusing on differences as obstacles. However, these differences can push us forward. Meanwhile, do remember that the only comparison th
42、at truly counts is between your current self and your past self, focusing on personal growth. People who are mentally stronger than others keep this in mind to boost their confidence. Whats the cost of indecision? Mentally strong individuals are decisive, untroubled by fear of mistakes, and prompt o
43、thers to consider the implications of delaying decisions. As a famous rock singer noted, “If you choose not to decide, you still have made a choice.” 20 AI can make it.BStop comparing to others.CWhat if you belong to the former?DWhat can you do if you belong to the latter?EMentally strong individual
44、s think big and inspire others to do the same.FThis hesitation can be costly, leading to increased timelines and expenses.GThis mindset strengthens my positive communication skills, which are vital for me,二、完形填空As a United Parcel Service (UPS) driver, the most important delivery I make each day isnt
45、 part of my official route. 21 , it was my personal visit to my father, which has become a 22 I value. My delivery route 23 takes me near my childhood home. Therefore, every day, during my lunch break, I will make it a(n) 24 to stop at my fathers. These daily 25 are more than just a break from workt
46、hey are moments filled with conversation and connection. My father and I 26 sharing stories, often delving (探究) into my dads experiences as a veteran (老兵). These conversations not only 27 my fathers past but also strengthen our bond in the present. Its a special time that we both 28 , a time that cr
47、eates our new 29 together. I began this routine after my mother passed away when my father was so 30 that he stayed unconnected with the whole world except me. For me, it became a way to 31 my father wasnt isolated (孤独的) and to provide the support and companionship that is crucial during 32 times. B
48、eyond the emotional support, I also provide 33 help to my father. I ensure that meals are ready and take care of various needs around the house. The tradition of showing the importance of family 34 has continued. I know from the bottom of my heart that its important to be there for our 35 ones, especially when they need help most.21AThereforeBHoweverCInsteadDBesides
