吉林省长春市第二十中学2025-2026学年度高三上学期11月月考英语试题（含解析）

长春市第二十中学2025-2026学年度高三实验班11月测试 英语学科试卷 第一部分 听力理解（共两节，满分30分） 略 阅读理解（共两节，满分2.5分） 第一节 （共15题，每小题2.5分，共37.5分） A Picture books are the doorway to a lifelong love of reading, opening endless possibilities with their engaging storylines and playful illustrations. Here are some award-winning children’s picture books. The Bakery Dragon by Devin Elle Kurtz $16.99 Ember has always been different from the other dragons. He can’t understand why he’s constantly overlooked. Spark your curiosity and join this little dragon on a journey to find himself. Filled with adorable illustrations, the heroic tale of a tiny dragon is a delightful picture book for fans of funny fairytales and fantastic beasts. A Little Like Magic by Sarah Kurpiel $18.99 It is a heartwarming winter tale about a reluctant young girl who discovers wonder at an ice festival. Though hesitant at first, she is amazed by the shimmering sculptures — especially one magical surprise. This SchneiderAward-winning book celebrates pushing past your comfort zone, finding beauty, and the lasting joy of art. Perfect for read-alouds! Be Careful, Xiao Xin! by Alice Pung $19.99 This is a beautifully illustrated tale about a young boy living under the watchful eye of his overly cautious family. Despite their loving intentions, XiaoXin longs to find the courage to break free from fear. Heartwarming, yet thought-provoking, this can be a relatable story for kids and adults alike. The House at the Edge of Magic by Amy Sparkes $20.99 The book follows Nine, a young orphan thief, who discovers a magical house full of unusual characters and strange curses. Tasked with saving it, she embarks on a wild, humorous adventure that helps her uncover courage, friendship, and her true self. A fun, fast-paced fantasy perfect for young readers. 1．What theme connects The Bakery Dragon and The House at the Edge of Magic A．Magical creatures. B．Overcoming fears. C．Discovering oneself. D．Learning to trust others. 2．What is the main theme of A Little Like Magic A．The joy of adventure. B．Celebrating winter holidays. C．The importance of friendship. D．Discovering beauty through art. 3．Why might readers relate to Be Careful, Xiao Xin! A．It’s based on real life. B．It’s full of fun fantasy. C．It has a surprise ending. D．It shows family overprotection. B At first sight, Easthope doesn’t seem much like a Cassandra. She smiles a lot. Her manner is kind and motherly; pushed to name her profession, you might guess at nurse or teacher. But look closer. Easthope is an emergency planner whose job is to support the survivors of major disasters, in which capacity she acted following the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami and the fire at Grenfell Tower. For two decades, the public knew nothing about this vital work, which went on behind the scenes, though she was hugely admired in what we might call professional disaster circles: a voice of calm and a fountain of wisdom. B ... ...