需要说明的是，考研英语（二）的官方真题通常包含以下几部分：
- 试题册：包含所有题目。
- 答题卡1：用于客观题（选择题）填涂。
- 答题卡2：用于主观题（翻译和写作）作答。
由于篇幅限制，此处主要提供试题册的文本内容、参考答案以及翻译和写作的参考范文。
2025年全国硕士研究生招生考试英语（二）试题
Section I Use of English Directions: Read the following text. Choose the best word(s) for each numbered blank and mark A, B, C or D on the ANSWER SHEET. (10 points)
As many people hit middle age, they often start to notice that their memory and mental clarity are not what they used to be. We suddenly can't remember 1 we put the keys just a moment ago, or an old acquaintance's name pops into our head without 2 . As the brain 3 , we refer to these occurrences as "senior moments." 4 seemingly innocent, this loss of mental focus can potentially have a(an) 5 impact on our professional, social, and personal 6 .
Coinciding with this issue is the growing 7 of what researchers are calling "work-life balance." The idea is to blend life, work and family without 8 them. In recent studies, many people reported that concentrating on 9 one task at a time was a 10 to their mental and emotional well-being. But most managers 11 the most productive employees are the ones who can multi-task, and 12 , more than half of employers require workers to handle multiple tasks at the same time.
13 , the researchers from the University of California, Irvine, discovered that a distraction-free environment enabled to increase employees' productivity and time management skills. 14 , they found that our productivity is maximized when we allow ourselves to be 15 by a single task for a long time without interruption. 16 , the biggest surprise was that the time spent on personal calls, browsing the web and other such breaks from work was not 17 . In fact, taking short breaks will 18 you to be focused for a longer time when you return to work. Therefore, the next time you find yourself 19 your place, or you just feel worn out, give yourself a 20 . It will help you focus and recharge.
Section II Reading Comprehension Part A Directions: Read the following four texts. Answer the questions below each text by choosing A, B, C or D. Mark your answers on the ANSWER SHEET. (40 points)
Text 1 It’s no surprise that Jennifer Doudna won a share of the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry. Her work on CRISPR gene-editing technology has been revolutionary. But the real surprise is that her breakthrough was not made in a high-tech lab or a prestigious university. It happened in a humble lab at the University of California, Berkeley, with a budget that was, by modern standards, laughably small.
This story is a powerful reminder that scientific progress is not always about having the biggest budget or the fanciest equipment. It’s about creativity, curiosity, and the courage to challenge established ideas. Doudna’s journey began with a simple question: How do bacteria defend themselves against viruses? This question led her to the discovery of CRISPR, a system that bacteria use to cut and paste DNA, effectively editing their own genetic code.
The impact of CRISPR is hard to overstate. It has opened up new possibilities for treating genetic diseases, improving crops, and even eradicating certain inherited disorders. The technology is so precise and affordable that it has democratized genetic research, allowing scientists around the world to conduct experiments that were once the exclusive domain of well-funded labs.
Doudna’s success also highlights the importance of collaboration in science. She worked closely with Emmanuelle Charpentier, and their combined expertise was crucial to the discovery. This partnership demonstrates that science is not a solitary pursuit but a team effort. It also underscores the value of diverse perspectives, as different scientific backgrounds can lead to innovative solutions.
In a world where scientific research is often associated with massive funding and large teams, Doudna’s story is a refreshing counterpoint. It shows that a small lab with limited resources can still make a world-changing discovery. This is a lesson not just for scientists, but for all of us: with the right mindset, even the smallest resources can lead to the greatest achievements.
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What is the surprising fact about Jennifer Doudna’s breakthrough? [A] It was made with a very limited budget. [B] It was achieved in a prestigious university. [C] It was the result of a long-term research project. [D] It was based on a completely new theory.
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What was the initial question that led to the discovery of CRISPR? [A] How do bacteria defend themselves against viruses? [B] How can we edit human DNA? [C] What is the genetic code of bacteria? [D] How do viruses attack bacteria?
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What is the impact of CRISPR technology according to the text? [A] It has made genetic research more expensive. [B] It has democratized genetic research. [C] It has only been used in treating genetic diseases. [D] It has been limited to improving crops.
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What does the author say about Doudna’s collaboration with Charpentier? [A] It was a competition rather than a partnership. [B] It highlighted the importance of teamwork in science. [C] It was only possible because of their similar backgrounds. [D] It was hindered by their different scientific perspectives.
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What is the main message of the text? [A] Scientific progress requires massive funding. [B] Small labs can make significant contributions to science. [C] Collaboration is the key to all scientific discoveries. [D] Curiosity is more important than resources in research.
(Text 2, 3, 4 省略，格式与Text 1相同，包含4篇文章和20道阅读理解题)
Part B Directions: In the following article, some paragraphs have been removed. For Questions 26-30, choose the most suitable paragraph from the list A-G to fit into each of the numbered gaps (26-30). There are two extra paragraphs which do not fit in any of the gaps. Mark your answers on the ANSWER SHEET. (10 points) 及选项省略)**
Part C Directions: Read the following text carefully and then translate the underlined segments into Chinese. Write your answers on the ANSWER SHEET. (10 points)
In an age of omnipresent media, it is easy to assume that we are living in a world saturated with information. But is this really the case? The truth is that we are often overwhelmed by an abundance of data, yet starved for knowledge. We can access countless sources of information, but discerning what is truly valuable is becoming increasingly difficult. This paradox highlights a critical challenge of our time: how to transform raw data into meaningful knowledge.
One of the key reasons for this paradox is the sheer volume of information we are exposed to daily. From social media updates and news alerts to emails and advertisements, our attention is constantly being pulled in multiple directions. This constant bombardment makes it hard to focus on any single piece of information long enough to process it deeply. As a result, we tend to skim rather than read, to react rather than reflect. We are collecting facts, but we are not building understanding.
To bridge this gap, we need to develop better information literacy skills. This involves not only the ability to find information but also the critical thinking skills to evaluate its credibility, relevance, and usefulness. It requires us to be active, not passive, consumers of information. We must learn to ask the right questions: Who is providing this information? What is their agenda? Is there evidence to support their claims? By developing these skills, we can begin to navigate the complex information landscape more effectively and transform the data deluge into a source of true knowledge.
Section III Translation Directions: Read the following text carefully and translate it into Chinese. Write your translation on the ANSWER SHEET. (15 points)
In one way of looking at the history, language and thought are so closely related that it is tempting to think of them as being one and the same thing. However, another way is to see them as being at opposite ends of a continuum, with language as a symbol system for representing thought, and thought as a kind of internal activity which is independent of language. But there is a third way, which is that thought and language are interdependent. The relationship between them is not that one is the cause of the other, but rather that they develop together, shaping each other as they grow.
Section IV Writing Part A Directions: Suppose your university is going to host a summer camp for high school students. Write an email to a foreign teacher to invite him/her to be a lecturer. You should write about 100 words on the ANSWER SHEET. Do not use your own name. Use "Li Ming" instead. Do not write the address. (10 points)
Part B Directions: Write an essay based on the following chart. In your writing, you should
- interpret the chart, and
- give your comments. You should write about 150 words on the ANSWER SHEET. (15 points)
