正值备考2026年湖北专升本的关键阶段，不少同学想通过做模拟卷检验自己的基础水平。专业教师精心制作了这份模拟卷，考查学生是否掌握英语词汇和语法知识。

Section 3:Reading and Filling in Blanks (20 points)阅读下面两篇短文，根据短文内容填空。

Passage 1

The magic of Gardening

Gardening is a wonderful activity that offers numerousbenefits.lt allows people to connect with nature and experience  the joy of growing their own plants and flowers. When you start a garden, you become a part of the natural cycle,watching as seeds sprout intoseedlings and then grow into mature plants. 

One of the most rewarding aspects of gardening is the ability to create a beautiful and peaceful outdoor space.Whether it's a small balcony garden or a large backyardoasis, you can design it according to your own taste and preferences. You can choose different types of plants,from colorful flowers that attract butterflies and bees toherbs and vegetables that can be used in the kitchen.Gardening also provides a great form of exercise.

Digging,planting,weeding,and watering requirephysical effort, which helps to keep your body active andhealthy. lt's a fun and enjoyable way to get some freshair and sunshine while also getting a workout.

In addition, gardening can be a therapeutic activity.Spending time in the aarden can reduce stress and anxiety, as it allows you to focus on the present moment and connect with the beauty of nature. Many people findthat gardening helps them relax and unwind after a longday at work or school.

Furthemore, gardening can teach valuable lessons,especially to children. lt shows them where food comesfrom and the importance of taking care of the environment. Children learn about responsibility as theyare in  charge of watering and nurturing the plants. Theyalso gain an understanding of the life cycle of plantswhich is a fundamental concept in science.

Finally, gardening can be asocial activity. You canshare your gardening experiences with friends andneighbors, exchange tips and plants, andevenparticipate in community gardening projects. This helpsto build a sense of community and connection with others who have a similar interest.

17.Gardening enables people to connect with_________and enjoy the process of growing plants.

18.People can design their gardens according to their own_________ and  preferences.

19.Gardening offers a great fomm of_________ as it involves physical activities like digging and planting.

20.Spending time in the garden can have a_________effect, reducing stress and anxiety.

21.Gardening is a good way to build a sense of community through sharing experiences and participat in _________gardening projects.

Passage 2

The Wonders of the Night Sky

The night sky has fascinated humans for centuriesBefore the invention of artificial lighting, people relied on the stars, moon, and planets to guide them at night anomark the passage of time.Ancient civilizations studied the sky closely, creating complex calendars and mythsbased on the positions and movements of celestialbodies.

One of the most spectacular sights in the night sky is theMilky Way. This vast spiral galaxy contains billions ofstars, including our Sun. On a clear, dark night, far awayfrom city lights, you can see the Milky Way stretchingacross the sky like a hazy band of light. lt's abreathtaking sight that reminds us of the vastness of the universe.

Stars come inall different sizes, colors.andtemperatures. Some are so far away that the light we see from them today actually left the star hundreds or even thousands of years ago. By studying the light emiitted by stars,astronomers can learn about theircomposition, age, and distance from Earth.

Planets are another interesting feature of the night sky.Unlike stars, which produce their own light, planets reflect the light of the Sun. The five planets that can beseen with the naked eye are Mercury, Venus, Mars.Jupiter, and Saturn. Each planet has its own uniquecharacteristics, such as the rings of Saturn or the redcolor of Mars.

The moon is Earth's only natural satellite and has a significant impact on our planet. Its gravitational pullcauses the tides in the oceans. The moon also goesthrough a cycle of phases, from new moon to full moonand back again, which takes about 29.5 days. These phases  have been used by humans for centuries tokeep track of time and mark important events.

Observing the night sky has become a popular hobby formany people around the world.With the help oftelescopes and binoculars, you can see details on themoon's surface,observe the rings of Saturn, or everspot distant galaxies. There are also many astronomy clubs and events where enthusiasts can gather to sharetheir knowledae and experiences

22.Ancient civilizations studied the night sky and created calendars and  _________based on celestial bodies.

23.The_________ is a spiral galaxy that can be seen as ahazy band of light on a clear, dark night.

24.Stars emit light, and astronomers can study their composition,age,and from Earth by analyzing this light.

25.Planets reflect the light of the_________ and have theirown unique features.

26.The moon's gravitational pull causes the _________  in the Earth's oceans.

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