山东省中考英语模拟题（六）
注意事项：
本试卷共8页，满分90分，考试时长100分钟。考生务必在答题卡指定位置作答，写在试卷上无效。
第一部分 阅读（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
In the heart of Qufu, Shandong, a special group of young people are redefining how to connect with ancient wisdom. Known as the “Kong Family Descendants (后代) Youth Volunteer Team,” these university students spend their weekends giving free tours in the Confucius Temple and the Kong Family Mansion—but not in the traditional way.
Instead of just listing historical dates, they use “dramatic storytelling.” Dressed in traditional Hanfu, they act out scenes from the life of Confucius. “We want to make the stones and trees speak,” said 20-year-old leader Zhang Wei. “For example, when standing by the Apricot Platform, we don’t just say ‘Confucius taught here.’ We show the students how he might have sat and talked with his disciples (弟子) 2,500 years ago.”
The team’s short videos, posted on Douyin, have received over 5 million views. One popular video showed a foreign tourist asking a “disciple” about the meaning of “Ren” (benevolence). The young volunteer explained it using the simple example of helping an elderly person carry groceries. “This is what culture should be—living in our daily actions,” commented a netizen.
1. What is special about the tours given by the youth team?
A. They are only for foreign tourists.
B. They charge a lower price than official guides.
C. They use dramatic storytelling in Hanfu.
2. Why did the team mention the example of helping an elderly person carry groceries?
A. To show that Confucius lived a simple life.
B. To advertise the grocery stores in Qufu.
C. To explain the idea of “Ren” in a practical way.
3. What can we infer from the netizen’s comment?
A. Culture should be studied only in books.
B. Short videos are not suitable for cultural topics.
C. Culture should be connected with modern life.
B
Last month, a new term appeared in Chinese social media: “Reverse Growth” (逆向成长). Unlike the traditional idea of climbing the career ladder, this trend describes young people who choose to leave high-pressure city jobs for small towns or rural areas, but not to “lie flat”—instead, they aim to start meaningful businesses using modern ideas.
Take 26-year-old Li Ming from Zibo, for example. After working as a programmer in Beijing for two years, he returned to his hometown. Using the local fame of Zibo’s barbecue, he didn’t open a restaurant. Instead, he started a business making eco-friendly disposable (一次性的) tableware. “The barbecue boom brought huge traffic, but also a lot of waste,” Li said. “I saw a chance to solve a problem.” His bamboo-based plates, which break down in 60 days, are now used by 30 local barbecue stalls.
Data from a recruitment (招聘) platform shows that in 2024, over 60% of graduates considered jobs in third-tier cities or counties. Experts say this “Reverse Growth” is not a step back, but a horizontal (水平的) movement toward a lifestyle that values quality of life and personal fulfillment over just high salary.
4. What does “Reverse Growth” refer to in the text?
A. Young people stopping work to travel.
B. Young people refusing to get promoted in their companies.
C. Young people moving from big cities to smaller places for better life quality.
5. Why did Li Ming start his tableware business?
A. Because he was asked to by the local government.
B. Because he wanted to solve the environmental problem caused by the barbecue boom.
C. Because he thought programming was too boring.
6. What do experts think of “Reverse Growth”?
A. It is a failure in one’s career.
B. It shows a change in what people value in life.
C. It will harm the economy of big cities.
7. Which of the following best describes Li Ming?
A. Creative and environmentally conscious.
B. Lazy and unambitious.
C. Rich and traditional.
C
When a wildfire threatens a community, every second counts. But what if artificial intelligence (AI) could predict where the fire will spread before the first responder even arrives? In California, a new AI system called ALERTCalifornia is doing just that, and it’s changing the game for firefighters.
The system uses a network of over 1,000 high-definition cameras placed on mountaintops. These cameras scan the horizon 24/7. When a camera spots a plume of smoke, the AI analyzes the image instantly, confirms it’s a fire (not fog or dust), and calculates its potential path based on wind speed and dry vegetation data. Within seconds, it sends an alert to local fire departments with a precise location.
Recently, during a small fire in Napa County, the AI alerted firefighters before any human 911 call came in. The fire was contained to just 2 acres. “Usually, by the time someone calls 911, the fire has already grown ten times larger,” said a fire captain. “This technology buys us the most valuable resource in firefighting: time.”
However, experts warn that AI is not a replacement for human judgment. The system sometimes mistakes dust clouds for smoke. It works best as a “co-pilot” — helping humans make faster, smarter decisions.
8. What is the main purpose of the ALERTCalifornia system?
A. To replace human firefighters.
B. To predict and alert wildfires early.
C. To control wind speed during fires.
9. How does the system confirm it is a fire?
A.By analyzing the image with AI data.
B. By waiting for a 911 call.
C. By sending a firefighter to check.
10. The underlined phrase “the most valuable resource” in paragraph 3 refers to ______.
A. water
B. money
C. time
11. What can we learn from the last paragraph?
A. AI is a helpful tool but still needs human oversight.
B. AI can work perfectly without humans.
C. The system often makes mistakes and is not useful.
D
Every year, Weifang, known as the “World Capital of Kites,” hosts the International Kite Festival. This year, a new star rose in the sky—not a dragon or a butterfly, but a giant “Taikonaut” (Chinese astronaut) kite, created by a team of elderly craftsmen.
The 50-meter-long kite, which took three months to build, features a realistic astronaut figure holding a red flag with the Chinese national emblem. To make it flyable, the craftsmen faced a huge challenge: balance. “A traditional kite usually has a symmetrical (对称的) shape, but the astronaut shape is asymmetrical,” said 72-year-old master Wang. “If one side is heavier, it will spin out of control.”
Their solution? They sewed hundreds of small airbags into the left side of the kite to adjust the weight and used lightweight carbon fiber instead of traditional bamboo for the frame. The result was breathtaking. As the “Taikonaut” floated gracefully against the blue sky, the crowd cheered. “It’s not just a kite; it’s a dream,” said a young visitor. “It connects our ancient tradition with our modern space achievements.”
The kite has since become a symbol of Chinese pride online. The craftsmen said they plan to gift it to a museum so that more people can appreciate the spirit of innovation.
12. What was the special feature of the winning kite this year?
A. It was the largest kite ever made.
B. It was shaped like an astronaut.
C. It was made by young students.
13. What was the main technical difficulty in making this kite?
A. Keeping the asymmetrical shape balanced.
B. Finding enough red cloth.
C. Making it fly as high as a dragon kite.
14. How did the craftsmen solve the problem?
A. By making the kite smaller.
B. By changing the shape back to symmetrical.
C. By using carbon fiber and airbags to adjust weight.
15. What does the kite represent according to the text?
A. The difficulty of traditional crafts.
B. The mix of tradition and modern technology.
C. The competition between China and other countries.
第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10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。选项中有一项为多余选项。
How to Be a “Green” Traveler in Shandong
Shandong is a beautiful province with coastal cities like Qingdao and ancient sites like Tai’an. However, tourism can sometimes harm the environment. Here are some simple ways to be a responsible “green” traveler.
16 ______ When visiting Mount Tai, stick to the designated paths. Walking off the trail can damage the delicate plant life and cause soil erosion (水土流失). Remember, you are a guest in nature’s home.
Reduce plastic waste. In cities like Zibo, famous for its barbecue, single-use plastics are everywhere. 17 ______ Bring your own reusable water bottle and shopping bag. If you see trash on the beach in Yantai, why not pick it up? Even a small action helps.
Support local. Instead of eating at international fast-food chains, try local snacks like Qingdao’s seafood or Weifang’s Rou Huoshao (meat pies). 18 ______ This reduces the carbon footprint (碳足迹) of transporting food over long distances.
Respect cultural heritage. When visiting Confucius’s hometown Qufu, dress properly and speak quietly in the temples. 19 ______ Taking photos is fine, but touching ancient carvings can destroy them forever.
20 ______ Choose buses or trains over taxis when possible. Shandong’s high-speed rail network is excellent. In cities, rent a public bicycle to explore the streets.
A. Stay on the path.
B. Travel by shared transport.
C. Leave no trace by taking your trash with you.
D. Buying locally grown food and products is also a form of environmental protection.
E. These historical sites are treasures that need our protection.
F. Welcome to Beautiful Binzhou.
第二部分 语言运用（共两节，满分20分）
第一节 完形填空（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
It was a rainy afternoon in Jinan. High school student Chen Jie was walking home when he noticed an elderly woman struggling to use her smartphone under a bus shelter. She looked 21. Chen Jie hesitated for a moment—was it polite to approach a stranger? But he remembered the school’s “Digital Companion” program he had 22 last month.
“Excuse me, Grandma, can I help you?” he asked softly. The woman’s eyes lit up. She explained she was trying to use the “WeChat Pay” to buy groceries, but the app kept 23 her out.
Patiently, Chen Jie guided her step by step. He showed her how to 24 the password and where to find the payment code. “You see, just scan here,” he said. The woman’s hands were shaking, but she 25 to do it herself with his encouragement.
“Thank you, young man. My son bought me this phone, but he’s too 26 to teach me,” she said, her voice cracking.
This moment made Chen Jie think. In a city famous for its springs (泉), he realized there was another resource flowing quietly—27. He decided to start a small group at school. Now, every Saturday, a group of students set up a “Smartphone Help Desk” at the local community center.
“We call ourselves ‘Spring Buds’,” Chen Jie explained. “Old people often feel 28 in this digital world. We just want to be their bridge.”
The program has helped over 200 seniors learn basic skills like video calling and hospital registration. For Chen Jie, the biggest 29 isn’t a certificate (证书). It’s the smile on an old face when they successfully send a voice message to their grandchildren. “Technology should be warm,” he said. “30 starts with one small act of kindness.”
21.A. relaxed B. anxious C. excited
22. A. given up B. joined in C. heard of
23. A. logging B. keeping C. leaving
24. A. guess B. forget C. reset
25. A. refused B. managed C. failed
26. A. busy B. smart C. kind
27. A. kindness B. wealth C. competition
28. A. safe B. lost C. confident
29. A. problem B. reward C. challenge
30. A. Change B. Money C. Nature
第二节（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）
阅读下面短文并填空，然后将答案写到答题卡的相应位置（如有提示词，则填入提示词的正确形式；如无提示词，则填入1个适当的单词）。
Weifang: Where the Sky Meets Art
Every spring, the sky above Weifang turns into a wonderland. As the “World Capital of Kites,” this Shandong city 31 (hold) the International Kite Festival since 1984, attracting fans from over 60 countries.
The history of Weifang kites dates back to the Ming Dynasty. 32 makes them special is the use of traditional Chinese painting techniques. 33 (look) closely, you’ll find butterflies, eagles, and even characters from the classic novel Journey to the West painted with amazing detail.
This year, the festival introduced a new event: the “Young Designer Competition.” Local students 34 (invite) to design kites that show the spirit of modern Shandong. 35 winning design, a kite shaped like a high-speed train running through fields of wheat, was praised for
36 (it) creativity.
Yang Fan, a 15-year-old from Weifang No.1 Middle School, was one of the participants. “I used recycled plastic bottles 37 (make) the frame of my kite,” she said. “I want to show that we can protect the environment while having fun.”
The festival is not just about 38(fly); it’s about bonding. Grandparents teach grandchildren how to tie the knots. Masters compete 39 newcomers. As the kites dance in the wind, they carry not just string, but the 40 (warm) of human connection.
第三部分 写作（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 阅读表达（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
阅读下面短文，按照题目要求用英语回答问题，并将答案写到答题卡的相应位置。
Why Are Young Chinese Falling in Love with “Citywalk”?
Move over special forces-style travel,(特种兵式旅游). There’s a new trend in China: Citywalk. Unlike rushing to famous landmarks, Citywalk is about wandering (闲逛) aimlessly through urban streets, feeling the “vibe” of a city.
According to a report by Xiaohongshu (Little Red Book), searches for “Citywalk” increased by 300% in the first half of 2024. So, what’s driving this?
Firstly, it’s about stress relief. After years of fast-paced living and intense studying, young people are seeking “slow living.” Citywalk allows them to put down their phones, notice the details—like the way sunlight falls on an old wall or the smell of coffee from a corner shop—without any pressure to “achieve” anything.
Secondly, it’s about authenticity (真实性). Travel blogger “Xiaolin” explains, “When you visit a popular tourist spot, you see what the government wants you to see. But when you walk through a hutong in Beijing or a laoyuan in Jinan, you see how people actually live. You might meet a grandpa playing chess or find a noodle shop that’s been there for 30 years. That’s the real city.”
Finally, social media plays a role. Young people love to share their “unique” finds—a hidden bookstore or a beautiful graffiti wall. It becomes a form of self-expression.
Shandong, with its blend of modern coastal cities and historical streets, is becoming a hot spot for Citywalk. From the Badaguan Scenic Area in Qingdao to the Qushuiting Street in Jinan, more and more young people are choosing to explore at a walking pace.
Questions:
41. What is the main difference between “Citywalk” and “special forces-style travel”? (Answer within 15 words)
42. According to the text, what are two reasons for the popularity of Citywalk? (List two)
43. What does the travel blogger “Xiaolin” mean by “authenticity”?
44. Why does the author mention Shandong in the last paragraph?
45. Do you prefer Citywalk or visiting famous landmarks? Why? (Answer in your own words)
第二节 书面表达（满分20分）
情境设定：
假设你是李华，你的英国笔友Tom对中国最近兴起的“Citywalk”（城市漫步）非常感兴趣。他给你发来邮件，想了解这种生活方式，并询问如果你带他在山东进行Citywalk，你会选择去哪里。
请你根据以下要点给他回复一封邮件。
简单介绍什么是Citywalk（参考阅读表达材料，但不可照抄）；推荐山东的一个城市（如济南、青岛、淄博、潍坊等）作为Citywalk的地点，并说明理由（至少两点，如风景、文化、美食等）；
邀请他有机会来体验。
注意：
词数80-100词左右（开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数）；
可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
请勿出现真实校名和人名。
参考词汇：
Citywalk 城市漫步； vibe 氛围； spring 泉； seaside 海边； barbecue 烧烤
Dear Tom,
I’m so glad to know you are interested in Citywalk in China. ______________________________
Looking forward to your visit!
Yours,
Li Hua
