广东省六校2025-2026学年高二上学期12月联合学业质量检测英语试题

The countdown is on The Upland Lemon Festival returns to Historic Downtown Upland on June 5—7,2026, and we're already dreaming of the lemons, live music, carnival rides, tasty bites, and family fun that bring our community together every year.

Whether you're a fan of Lemon Country Stage, the wild rides, lemon-inspired treats, or just soaking in the sunny Southern California atmosphere, mark your calendar now—you won't want to miss it.

Activities

Mechanical Bull Riding: Be sure to sign up this Friday for our Mechanical Bull Contest The first ten people to sign up are entered free, prizes are for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place, grand prize is a $50 gift card and two free unlimited ride wristbands (腕套).

Axe Throwing: Join Axe Lair for an exciting axe-throwing experience that will sharpen your skills and stir up your competitive spirit Perfect for friends and families alike, the activity will have expert instructors to guide participants (参与者) through the basics, ensuring a fun and safe environment for everyone.

Karaoke: Kick off your weekend with a night of live music on Lemon Country Stage Join us this Friday at 7—10 pm for the best karaoke experience around. Whether you're a seasoned performer or a first-time singer, grab the microphone and sing your heart out to your favorite tunes.

Non-Profit Row

Visit Non-Profit Row and support the incredible regional organizations dedicated to (致力于) making a positive impact. Meet passionate representatives from various non-profits, learn about their missions, and find out how you can get involved.

Crafters Corner

Explore the lively Crafters Corner, where talented art and craft vendors (摊贩) will be showcasing and selling their unique, handmade creations.

As a child, Sara spent much of her time outdoors with her brothers—exploring the garden or walking in the countryside. These early experiences helped her develop a deep appreciation for the natural world. At the same time, creativity was a strong presence in her home; her father, an engineer, enjoyed welding (焊接) and building, while her mother made pottery in her spare time. Their hands-on skills and artistic sensibility gave Sara both technical and creative foundations. Later, when she moved to Mickleton 20 years ago, the surrounding wildlife became a powerful source of inspiration. Observing birds up close in their natural habitat helped her find her own artistic voice and connect her love of nature with sculpture.

Sara's wire bird sculptures are the result of careful observation and detailed study. She will sit outside for hours, sketching and observing the birds' movements—right down to how their muscles work and how they shift their weight. She also visits museums to study bird skeletons (骨架) so she can understand the structure beneath the feathers. "To sculpt a bird accurately, I need to know what's underneath," she explains.

Her sculptures have been shown in national exhibitions, including one held by the Royal Society of British Artists in London. They can also be seen along nature trails (小径), such as at the Durham Wildlife Trust's Low Barns reserve. Whether displayed in galleries or out in the wild, her work has been praised by museums, galleries, and wildlife trusts alike for its scientific accuracy, emotional impact, and ability to encourage greater appreciation for bird species.

At the heart of this transformation are technological innovations that are reshaping how people move within cities. Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming more affordable and accessible. Autonomous vehicles, though still in their early stage, hold the promise of reducing traffic accidents and jams by enabling more efficient use of road space. And shared mobility services, such as bike and car-sharing, are making it easier for people to get around without owning a personal vehicle.

The shift towards more sustainable urban mobility is also being driven by a change in consumer preferences. Younger generations, in particular, are less attached to the idea of car ownership and more open to alternative modes of transportation. It is being fueled by concerns about climate change and air pollution, as well as the increasing cost of owning and maintaining a car in urban areas. As a result, cities are seeing a growing demand for green transportation options.

However, the transition to a more sustainable and intelligent urban mobility system is not as easy as expected. One major challenge is the need for significant investment in new infrastructure (基础设施), such as charging stations. Additionally, ensuring the fair distribution of these benefits across different economic groups is crucial, which helps to prevent widening social gaps. What's more, the success of urban mobility innovations depends on public acceptance and trust. Overcoming these challenges will require joint efforts from governments, private sectors, and communities.

In conclusion, the future of urban mobility is set to experience significant transformations. As cities continue to grow and evolve, embracing these changes will be crucial in shaping the urban landscape of tomorrow.

Appearance anxiety means worrying too much about how you look, which is especially common among teenagers. For example, spending hours checking carefully edited selfies on social media or comparing your appearance with others often leads to negative thoughts. Such constant worries not only damage self-confidence but may also lead to avoiding social situations like school events or group activities.

Fortunately, there are ways to handle these feelings.

The first step is to practice kindness toward yourself. Instead of thinking "My hair looks messy," try saying "My hair protects me from the sun." Also, writing down three things your body helps you do daily (like "My arms let me hug my friends") also builds lasting confidence.

Creative activities and sports offer healthy ways to shift focus. Also, team sports like basketball teach players to value skills over appearance, with 72% of players claiming teamwork makes them value ability over appearance. Even easy activities like walking can calm your mind by producing stress-relieving chemicals.

Choose friends who avoid comments on looks and join school clubs that welcome everyone. Adults like teachers can teach helpful tricks, like using apps to record feelings or ways to stay positive. Cutting down time on apps that make you compare yourself is another smart move.

Remember, true beauty isn't about being perfect physically. When we care more about being kind and brave than looking a certain way, we start seeing real beauty in who people are, not just how they appear.

A. Limit your Internet exposure.

B. Turn to trusted people for help.

C. Social comparison is the major cause.

D. Regular exercise improves physical health.

E. Such changes boost how you view yourself.

F. It is about the special things that make you "you".

G. Painting helps focus on creativity rather than looks.

Flying to see my mom, I was seated next to a2 man with a warm smile. He asked whether I was going home. I said yes and3 that I would be with mom for Christmas, the first without dad. His smile didn't4 but became soft. He nodded not with5 but with recognition, "I lost my dad a few years ago."

At that moment, my fellow seatmate and I were6 by shared experiences. He was all ears as I told him how my dad had been humorous and willing to7, reminding us not everyone sees the world the same way. With such personality, a love of travel came8 to my father. So, when I think of him, I immediately go somewhere sunny and warm in my mind.

The power of that talk reshaped how I9 my sadness. It is a companion that follows us everywhere, but through the10 we share, our memories of loved ones have deepened while the sorrow of11 them has softened.

After that flight, I12 before putting on my headphones and try to13 the people around me. Not every seatmate may want to talk, and most people might not even14. But some will, and I will be15 to listen.

The Jiangsu Football City League, nicknamed the "Su Super League", was launched on May 10, in Zhenjiang, quickly (become) a national sports event. Despite being an amateur (业余的) league, it (attract) over 190,000 audience and hundreds of millions of online viewers after just four rounds.

Running from May to November, the league featured 13 city teams competing in a round-robin (循环赛制) format, with top eight advancing to knockout (淘汰赛的) stages. sets it apart is its strong grassroots character—over 65% of the 516 players come from ordinary (profession) like teaching, delivery, and programming, making football accessible to the public.

(fuel) by intense regional competition, slogans like "match comes first, friendship fourteenth" have gone viral. With all 13 cities ranking among China's top 100 in GDP, local pride runs high, creating a "thirteen brothers" spirit — fiercely competitive yet (deep) connected.

Cultural identity also boosts (popular). Teams are named local icons: Wuxi honors its honey peaches, while Nanjing celebrates its salted duck. This mix of economic energy, cultural pride, and mass participation has redefined community sports.

As a viewer said, the league proves that grassroots football, focuses on local culture, public engagement, and quality competition, can achieve lasting success.

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Yours sincerely,

Li Hua

It was a hot day in New York City. I had brunch with a friend and picked up my new glasses. All done and headed back on the train. I wanted to yell at a couple of people for their rude behavior, but wisely just sat quietly.

An old black gentleman entered the far end of the train car. In worn but neat clothes, he tipped his faded cap and greeted everyone with a warm "Good afternoon, folks." Most ignored him, with cold blank faces. Then, he started to sing. I didn't turn my head, but I felt a smile in my soul. Many people ask for money on the train, but I always feel happy when someone offers music instead. It feels like a gift.

I let the notes settle in for a second before my eyes wandered. A young boy across from me, maybe ten, watched him, swaying (摇摆) to the rhythm, his mother too distracted by her phone to notice.

He started his second song and my heart did a happy dance. "Lean on me, when you're not strong. I'll be your friend..." I love that song! Without thinking, I softly sang a little harmony with him. Right away, I decided he could have the $5 bill in my purse.

He looked tall and thin, but he had a strong voice and kind energy. Life had clearly been hard for him, but he still stood tall and carried himself with quiet dignity.

I rolled the bill tightly and waited for him to make his way to me. He held the overhead bar to steady himself as he inched down the car, pausing briefly beside each seat like he was waiting for a sign — though no one glanced up. No one was making any moves to give him coins or reach for their wallet.

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Paragraph 1: Somehow, he noticed me singing along.

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Paragraph 2: It was still hot and sticky inside the car, but something had changed.

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