高二英语期中
2023北京人大附中高二(上)期中英语(含答案)
2023北京人大附中高二（上）期中英语说明：本试卷共三道大题，共8页，满分100分，考试时间90分钟;请在密封线内填写个人信息。
第一部分：知识应用(共三节，43分)第一节(共10小题;每小题1.5分，共15分)阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Sports are important in our family. Both of our sons were high-school athletes. So, I shouldn’t have been____1____ when Lauren announced she was going out for the girls’ basketball team. But I was, because she has Down syndrome(唐氏综合症). My wife and I never told Lauren that she was ____2____. We treated her like our other children. We didn’t want her to feel disabled.“I’m gonna play basketball, Daddy.” Lauren ran to meet me when I came in from work. She flew into my arms and lingered long in my embrace. “That’s ____3____, honey,” I patted her shoulder and walked into the kitchen. My wife spoke slowly, her tone steady. “What Lauren’s trying to say is that she’s joining the girls’ high-school basketball team.” Her words ____4____ in. Everything that could happen flashed through my mind. But what could we do?Mid-November, the season’s first basketball game arrived. It got off to a good start, but soon Verden, Lauren’s team, was behind. Lauren ____5____ followed the movement on the court and reacted to every shot. Even thoughJust less than two minutes were left, and Verden was down by seventeen points when Lauren was called in for the game! She ____6____ the others fairly well. From her agile movement and eager expression, I knew she was desperate to score for her team. Then they passed Lauren the ball. She ____7____ it. She shot. She scored! A few minutes later, Lauren joined us in the stands. “Did you see? I scored! I made a ____8____!”For sixteen years, I’d tried hard to ____9____ Lauren from feeling like she was different. But watching Lauren in the game, I saw that she really was different—not physically or emotionally, but _____10_____.1. A. disappointed B. surprised C. depressed D. embarrassed2. A. normal B. ordinary C. different D. typical3. A. awful B. strange C. hard D. nice4. A. sank B. poured C. came D. kicked5. A. frequently B. carelessly C. attentively D. repeatedly6. A. kept pace with B. gave way to C. put up with D. broke away from7. A. threw B. missed C. cast D. caught8. A. mistake B. record C. mess D. basket9. A. excuse B. shelter C. discourage D. prohibit10. A. consciously B. spiritually C. literally D. socially第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分，共15分)在未给提示词的空白处仅填写1个恰当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。
2023北京一零一中高二(上)期中英语(含答案)
2023北京一零一中高二（上）期中英语命题：高二英语备课组(考试时间：100分钟，试卷满分：95分)第一部分：知识运用(共两节，共25分)第一节完形填空(共10小题：每小题1分，共10分)阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题纸上将该项涂黑。
When I was little, I’d play chess with my grandfather, and he’d smoke his cigar while telling me stories about growing up, pursuing dreams, and travelling around the world. Yet it was only after he passed away that I ____1____ how fast his stories had faded away.Hence the importance of preserving ____2____ dawned on me, which ultimately changed my previous outlook on remembering our loved ones and the stories we share.All too often, we take for granted the value that our family histories and personal experiences have had in our lives. They help to ____3____ who we are, providing markers of our growth. I believe to some degree we are all naturally ____4____ about our ancestry, but we can be stuck on knowing what questions to ask.Full of regrets but armed with a newfound ____5____, I thought about solutions to help other people record the precious memories for those they love—before it’s too late. As freelancer (自由职业者) platforms became mainstream, I discovered many highly qualified writers were ____6____ around the world, so I began matching ghostwriters (代笔者) with clients help them write a book. Then, Story Tree, a memoir-writing service, was ____7____.Since then, we have explored the power of stories and their ability to connect us with our past and ____8____ the present. It has been documented that learning more about one’s family history has been linked to ____9____ emotional health, increasing compassion and providing a deeper sense of cultures and traditions.Among all the heritage stories at Story Tree, family is a dominant theme. Other common themes are love, enterprising spirit, overcoming difficulty, and settling in new surroundings. However, _____10_____ is a thread that always ties these together.1. A. doubted B. imagined C. realized D. counted2. A. hobbies B. relationships C. evidences D. memories3. A. shape B. confirm C. present D. perfect4. A. certain B. curious C. cautious D. confused5. A. business B. relief C. purpose D. talent6. A. available B. accessible C. admirable D. acceptable7. A. approved B. found C. updated D. born8. A. catch up with B. put up with C. make sense of D. take advantage of9. A. risking B. boosting C. assessing D. monitoring10. A. family B. community C. culture D. history第二节语法填空(共10小题;每小题1.5分，共15分)A阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空，在未给提示词的空白处仅填写1个适当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。
四川大学附属中学2023-2024学年高二上学期期中考试英语试卷
四川大学附属中学2023-2024学年高二上学期期中考试英语试卷学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________一、阅读理解The Outdoor CentreOpening timesWater sports: 9 a.m.—5 p.m.Play Park: 10 a.m.—4 p.m.Entrance/Car park feesLow season: Weekdays £2.00 per car; Weekends: £3.00 per carHigh season: 23 July-11 September; Weekdays and weekends: £3.00 per carOne-day adventure (冒险) courseThis is a chance you have been waiting for. Come and try sailing, climbing and surfing (冲浪). This course is trying to introduce outdoor activities to adults in a fun way. You do not need to be very fit or to have had experience of the activities. All you need is to be interested.Play ParkThe Play Park is suitable for children from 2 to 10 years of age. It is one of the best of its type in the country. It has sand and water play, large ball pool, play castle and much, much more.Group day and weekend coursesWe also offer day and long weekend courses for groups. We receive regular visits from schools and colleges There are three large rooms with twelve beds in each, which can be booked beforehand for groups of up to 36 people (12 at least).Summer adventure holiday (for 8—14 years of age)Safety is of great importance at the Outdoor Centre. All our workers are fully trained in first aid (急救) , and able to teach the activities on offer. We also make certain that all children only take part in activities that are suitable for their age and physical abilities. For this programme children must be able to swim 25 metres and be in good physical health. 1．How much should a family driving two cars pay when entering the centre in August?A．£2.00.B．£3.00.C．£4.00.D．£6.00. 2．Which of the following is suitable for a group of ten children aged 6 to 8?A．Play Park.B．Ono-day adventure course.C．Summer adventure holiday.D．Group day and weekend courses. 3．People who want to take the summer adventure holiday _________.A．can stay overnight if they want B．should have basic skills in swimming C．should have a knowledge of first aid D．can do any sport they are interested inIn 2009 Dan Black was hit by a car in his hometown of Chepstow, Wales, as he was biking to his job at a grocery store. The accident left him unable to move from the chest down. During his recovery, he suffered from a stroke (中风) that made his right arm useless. Once anearly $300,000 a year. After the accident, a friend of his started the Help Dan Black Fund to cover some of Dan’s medical expenses. Dan learned about an experimental stem cell (干细胞) treatment in China that could enable him to walk again. After four years, donations to help Dan Black totaled $30,000.One day, in 2013, a news story caught the eye of Dan’s mother, Michaela, who then shared the story with her son. The story featured a five-year-old boy named Brecon V aughan. He had a rare form of disease and never walked by himself. The boy’s family had created a website — the Vaughan website to collect $100,000 needed for the treatment in the St. Louis Children’s Hospital, which could help Brecon walk. However, only half the amount had been raised, said the report.Then, after considering that his own dream of walking could be years away, he donated his $30,000 to Brecon’s cause. “I know how it feels to walk. Brecon doesn’t. He needs it much more than I do,” Dan told a newspaper. Dan’s generosity received a great deal of attention, and contributions started pouring into the Vaughan website.Finally, the family soon went beyond their fund-raising goal. They’ve promised to give the extra funds to the Tree of Hope charity, which helps sick children in the United Kingdom find specialized medical help. In October, Brecon and his family travelled to St. Louis to begin the treatment. “What Dan did is great,” Brecon’s mother said. “It is an extraordinary gift.”4．What can we know about Dan Blaek?A．He promised to be a guitarist.B．He lost his right arm in an accident.C．He needed much money to be treated.D．He created a fund to help other people.5．What does the underlined word “around-the-clock” mean in paragraph 1?A．extraordinary B．continuous C．effective D．temporary 6．How will the Vaughans deal with the extra funds?A．Offering gifts to sick children.B．Paying Brecon’s trip to St. Louis.C．Supporting Dan Black’s treatment.D．Giving them away to a charity. 7．What’s the best title for the text?A．A special fund-raising goal B．An expensive treatmentC．A selfless young man D．A fortunate boyToday, poetry and science are often considered to be mutually exclusive(互相排斥)career paths. But that wasn’t always the case. The mathematician Ada Lovelace and the physicist James Clerk Maxwell were both accomplished poets. The poet John Keats was a licensed surgeon. Combining the two practices fell out of favor in the 1800s. But translating research into lyrics, haiku, and other poetic forms is resurging(再现)among scientists as they look for alternative ways to inspire others with their findings.“Poetry is a great tool for questioning the world,” says Sam Illingworth, a poet and a geoscientist who works at the University of Western Australia. Through workshops and a new science-poetry journal, called Consilience, Illingworth is helping scientists to translate their latest results into poems that can attract appreciation from those outside of their immediate scientific field.Stephany Mazon, a scientist from the University of Helsinki in Finland, joined one of Illingworth’s workshops. In the workshop, she was grouped with other scientists and tasked with writing a haiku, a 17-syllable-long poem, which spotlighted water, a fluid that featured in all of the group members’ research projects. “It was a lot of fun, and surprisingly easy to write the poem,” Mazon says. She plans to continue writing. “We do a disservice(伤害)to ourselves to think that scientists can’t be artistic and that art can’t be used to communicate scientific ideas,” Mazon says.That viewpoint is echoed by Illingworth, who thinks science communication initiatives are too often dominated by public lectures with their hands-off PowerPoint slides. “Actually, when science communication involves writing and sharing poems, it invites a two-way dialogue between experts and nonexperts,” he says. Scientist-poet Manjula Silva, an educator at Imperial College London, agrees. Poetry provides a way to translate complex scientificconcepts into a language that everyone can understand, Silva says.Scientists and poets are both trying to understand the world and communicate that understanding with others. The distinction between scientists and poets is less than people might think. We’re all just people with hopefully really interesting things to say and to share. 8．What is the purpose of mentioning the celebrities in paragraph 1?A．To display they were talented.B．To confirm they were out of favor.C．To encourage different career paths.D．To show poetry and science can be combined.9．What are Illingworth’s workshops aimed to do?A．Promote a new science-poetry journal.B．Inspire outsiders to pursue their careers in science.C．Encourage science communication through poems.D．Get scientists to exchange ideas about the latest research.10．What does Illingworth think of the dominant ways of science communication?A．Conventional.B．Effective.C．Innovative.D．Complex. 11．Which of the following is the best title for the text?A．Scientists Take on PoetryB．Scientists and Poets Think AlikeC．Poetry: A Great Tool to Question the WorldD．Science Communication: A Two-way DialogueBesides soil, all plants need water. This makes it hard to grow plants where it’s dry. But this problem may soon be solved by researchers. Their invention is a super-moisture-absorbent gel (凝胶), or SMAG.“The gel-based material can be used as a soil enhancer, as well as alternative soil in greenhouses,” said Guihua Y u, an engineer at the University of Texas-Austin. He led the team that developed the gel. He also said this material could be “directly mixed with soil or fertilizer at certain amounts”.The gel works similarly to how dew forms. Dew is those water droplets attached to leaves of grass in the morning. It forms because of differences in air temperature between day and night. Air contains different gases, including water vapor (蒸气). Warmer air holds morewater vapor. As the air cools after dark, it loses its ability to hold some of it. When it reaches a certain temperature — known as the dew point — some water vapor will turn into tiny drops of water. When temperature rises the next day, that water evaporates, again turning into vapor.The research team decided to use this process to aid plants. The gel mixed with soil absorbs the water vapor and holds it. The next day, the gel instead slowly releases (释放) that water into the soil.Jeff Hattey, a soil scientist, says the gel sounds pretty helpful in farming, but you probably won’t see the gel at the hardware store anytime soon. He notes that based on the quantities of the new material used in Yu’s experiments, outdoor fields might require a whole lot of it. According to his research, farmers might have to add about 13 trucks of gel to the soil top per acre (英亩).Yu believes future studies will help his team understand if the gel could be used for larger, outdoor fields. “Fortunately, the gel is not poisonous,” Yu says. So it shouldn’t hurt the bacteria or worms that are needed to keep soil healthy for growing things.12．What is the second paragraph mainly about?A．The application of the gel.B．The raw material of the gel.C．The characteristics of the gel.D．The research process of the gel.13．Why is dew mentioned in the third paragraph?A．To introduce its formation.B．To explain the principle of the gel.C．To stress the importance of water vapor.D．To clarify the definition of the dew point.14．What problem with the gel does Jeff Hattey point out?A．It is of little help in real farming.B．It will be too expensive to buy.C．It requires too much calculation to apply it to outdoor fields.D．It must reach a huge amount to be effective in outdoor fields.15．What can we learn about the gel?A．It works only at night.B．It can replace soil in dry areas.C．It is friendly to the creatures in the soil.D．It makes use of dew to offer plants water.isn’t true, but this shouldn’t stop you improving you communication skills. Here are a few tips to help you become a better communicator.17Verbal language is only one aspect of the communication—body language is another aspect. If you ever wanted to know how to tell if someone is lying, body language is the answer. Your body language tells other people what you aren’t verbally saying, such as if you are anxious, confident, confused, angry or any other type of emotion or state of mind. If you become great at reading body language,it will help you become a better communicator.Listen to othersBefore you ever begin to speak, take a minute to see if anyone else has something to say.18 Listening to others has many benefits, such as allowing you to learn new things or get information that you may later need.Think before you speakYou parents probably told you this as a child, but many people still do not take a moment to think about the words they are about to say. 19 . There is a time and place for all words and tones of voice.20 You will have to practice your communication skills before you can ever become an excellent communicator.A．This is not and over-night thing.B．Singing a song for them is good.C．Become fluent in body languageD．Don’t try to make the conversation go your way.E．You should decide what you want to get in any conversation before you choose your words.F．If you are too anxious, you can’t find the right body language to use in the communication.G．In fact, if everybody were excellent communicators, the world would be a muchbetter place.二、完形填空Before it was proven that the earth was round, it was a well-known “fact” that it wasbelieved it couldn’t be done, it wasn’t done.That is, until Columbus 24 common knowledge and asked “what if?”, this question literally expanded the 25 of his country, changed history, and altered the 26 reality forever.In spite of our 27 to think of reality as the undoubted 28 of our experience, the definition of reality changes every time someone 29 the boundary conditions of traditional wisdom. When our view of reality changes, our 30 changes with it, based on 31 is newly considered possible. When Columbus returned from the New World, a revised world map was 32 and this began a new era of exploration and adventure.Examples of the impossible being made possible can be found throughout history. When Chuck Yeager flew the X-1, he destroyed the myth that there was such a thing as a sound barrier. His training and talent, 33 with the new technology of the day, not only enabled him to go 34 the speed of sound, but strengthened the fact that even so-called technological barriers can be 35 as well.21．A．rough B．smooth C．hard D．flat 22．A．generously B．entirely C．widely D．brilliantly 23．A．In other words B．In addition C．On the whole D．For instance 24．A．proved B．questioned C．declared D．demonstrated 25．A．size B．capacity C．foundation D．boundary 26．A．obtained B．accepted C．adjusted D．justified 27．A．attitude B．strategy C．tendency D．insight 28．A．proof B．basis C．origin D．confirmation 29．A．pushes B．pulls C．prints D．presses 30．A．behavior B．theory C．experience D．achievement 31．A．that B．which C．what D．it32．A．let down B．put down C．set up D．drawn up 33．A．concerned B．combined C．covered D．loaded 34．A．beyond B．through C．over D．down 35．A．admitted B．assured C．overcome D．ignored三、语法填空阅读下面材料，在空白处填入一个单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
浙江省余姚中学2023-2024学年高二上学期期中考试英语试题答案
高二英语期中试卷答案听力1-5 ACCBA 6-10 ACCBA 11-15 BCACB 16-20 BABAB阅读21-25 BCACB 25-30 DDABD 31-35 CCDBA 36-40 CDFAG完形41-45 BADCB 46-50 CCDBB 51-55 DCBAA语法填空56 it 57. breathing 58. that 59. makes 60. where61. in 62. to run 63. icy 64. actually 65. curiosity应用文Dear Jason,I’m glad you’re going to attend summer camps in China. Of the three themes, I suggest you choose to learn to play table tennis. My reasons are as follows.First, it’s easy to learn table tennis. Table tennis can help you build up your strength and make you more energetic. Besides, table tennis is popular among Chinese people. By participating in this training camp, not only can you make some friends with the same interest but you can also get some professional guidance and improve your skills.I hope you’ll enjoy your summer camp. Looking forward to meeting you in China.Yours,Li Hua 【续写提示】原文情节梳理：克拉克太太听到收音机里说一只母狼从多尔福德动物园逃了出来。
广东省广州市英语高二上学期期中试卷与参考答案
广东省广州市英语高二上学期期中复习试卷与参考答案一、听力第一节（本大题有5小题，每小题1.5分，共7.5分）1、What are the speakers discussing?A. The weather forecast for the week.B. The importance of healthy eating habits.C. The schedule for the upcoming school sports event.Answer: BExplanation: The conversation between the two speakers focuses on the benefits of healthy eating and the impact of poor dietary choices, indicating that the topic is related to healthy eating habits.2、Why does the woman suggest taking the train instead of driving?A. The train is faster and more convenient.B. There are fewer traffic jams on the train.C. The train is more environmentally friendly.Answer: CExplanation: The woman mentions that taking the train is a more eco-friendly option, suggesting that she believes it is better for the environment than driving, which implies the train is more environmentally friendly.3.You are listening to a conversation between a student and a teacher.Student: Professor, I was wondering if you could explain how to approach the problem of finding the area of a trapezoid.Teacher: Of course, the key is to use the formula for the area of a trapezoid, which is (base1 + base2) times the height, all divided by 2.Student: And what if the trapezoid is not regular?Teacher: In that case, you would have to break it down into smaller shapes, like triangles and rectangles, and then add up the areas of those shapes.Question: What is the formula for finding the area of a regular trapezoid?A) (base1 + base2) times the height, all divided by 2B) (base1 - base2) times the height, all divided by 2C) (base1 + base2) times the height, all divided by 3D) (base1 - base2) times the height, all divided by 3Answer: A) (base1 + base2) times the height, all divided by 2 Explanation: The teacher clearly states the formula for the area of a regular trapezoid, which is (base1 + base2) times the height, all divided by 2.4.You are listening to a podcast about the history of the Internet.Host: Welcome back to our podcast series on technology. Today, we’re diving into the fascinating history of the Internet. Did you know that the concept of the Internet actually dates back to the 1960s?Guest: That’s incredible! I always thought it was much more recent.Host: Yes, it started with the development of the ARPANET, which was theprecursor to the modern Internet. It was created by the United States Department of Defense to connect different research institutions.Guest: And when did the World Wide Web come into existence?Host: The World Wide Web was introduced in 1989 by Tim Berners-Lee. He proposed the idea of a system that would allow people to share information through hyperlinks.Question: When was the concept of the Internet first introduced?A) 1960sB) 1980sC) 1990sD) 2000sAnswer: A) 1960sExplanation: The host mentions that the concept of the Internet dates back to the 1960s, which is supported by the guest’s response.5、Question: How much money does the woman have left after she buys the groceries?Answer: C)$4.75Explanation: In the conversation, the woman mentions that she had$10 and spent$5.25 on groceries. Therefore,$10 -$5.25 =$4.75.二、听力第二节（本大题有15小题，每小题1.5分，共22.5分）1、听力原文:W: Hi, John. How was your weekend?M: Oh, it was quite busy. I had to help my dad with the garden and then I went to the library to study for the upcoming exams.Question: What did John do on his weekend?A) He went to the library.B) He helped his dad with the garden.C) He studied for the exams.D) He went to the cinema.Answer: BExplanation: The dialogue indicates that John helped his dad with the garden, so the correct answer is B.2、听力原文:W: Have you heard about the new café in town? They have the best coffee and pastries.M: Yeah, I’v e been there a few times. The atmosphere is really nice, and they even have a cozy outdoor seating area.Question: What does the man think about the new café?A) The coffee is bad.B) The atmosphere is not nice.C) The outdoor seating is uncomfortable.D) The café is the best in town.Answer: DExplanation: The man explicitly states that the café is the best in town, sothe correct answer is D.3.You will hear a conversation between two students discussing their study plans. Listen and answer the following question.What subject does the student with the long hair want to study more about?A. HistoryB. ScienceC. LiteratureAnswer: BExplanation: The student with the long hair mentions that they find science topics quite interesting and would like to study more about them, making the correct answer B. Science.4.You will hear a short speech by a teacher about the importance of teamwork in the classroom. Listen and answer the following question.Which of the following is the teacher’s main point about teamwor k?A. It is only important in sportsB. It helps improve gradesC. It enhances communication skillsAnswer: CExplanation: The teacher emphasizes that teamwork in the classroom helps students improve their communication skills, which is the main point discussed. Therefore, the correct answer is C. It enhances communication skills.5.W: How was your vacation in Paris last summer?M: It was amazing. I visited the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and even took a Seine River cruise. It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience.Q: What did the man do during his vacation in Paris?A: He visited the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and took a Seine River cruise. B: He went to a concert.C: He attended a sports event.D: He went on a hiking trip.Answer: AExplanation: The man mentions visiting the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and taking a Seine River cruise, which are all activities related to sightseeing and exploring Paris, making option A the correct answer.6.W: Have you heard about the new policy on remote working in our company? M: Yeah, I heard it’s going to be implemented next month. I think it’s a great idea because it gives us more flexibility in managing our time.Q: What is the topic of the conversation?A: A new office building.B: A change in company policy.C: Upcoming company events.D: A new product launch.Answer: BExplanation: The conversation revolves around a new policy on remote working, which is a change in company policy, making option B the correct answer.7.You will hear a conversation between two students discussing their weekend plans. Listen carefully and answer the following question:Question: What does the girl plan to do on Saturday?A. Go shoppingB. Attend a concertC. Visit her grandparentsD. Study for her examsAnswer: CExplanation: In the conversation, the girl mentions that she wants to visit her grandparents on Saturday, which is option C.8.You will hear a short dialogue between a teacher and a student about an upcoming assignment. Listen carefully and answer the following question: Question: What is the assignment due date?A. Next MondayB. Two weeks from todayC. Next FridayD. Two days from nowAnswer: BExplanation: In the dialogue, the teacher tells the student that the assignment is due two weeks from today, which corresponds to option B.9.You hear a conversation between two students discussing their weekend plans.Student A: “I’m thinking of going hiking this weekend. Are you planning to do anything special?”Student B: “Yeah, I actually want to visit the local museum. I’ve heard they have a new exhibit on.”Question: What is Student B planning to do this weekend?A) Go hikingB) Visit the local museumC) Go campingD) Have a picnicAnswer: B) Visit the local museumExplanation: Student B explicitly mentions that they want to visit the local museum, which is why option B is the correct answer.10.You hear a conversation between a teacher and a student about an upcoming assignment.Teacher: “Have you started working on the science project yet?”Student: “Not reall y. I was planning to go to the library tomorrow to gather some information. Do you have any specific resources you recommend?”Question: What is the student’s plan for tomorrow?A) To finish the science projectB) To go to the library to gather informationC) To meet with the teacherD) To do the homework assignmentAnswer: B) To go to the library to gather informationExplanation: The student explicitly states their plan to go to the library to gather information for the science project, making option B the correct answer.11.You will hear a conversation between two students discussing their weekend plans. Listen to the conversation and answer the question.Question: What is the first activity that the students plan to do this weekend?A. Go to the movies.B. Visit a museum.C. Attend a concert.D. Go hiking.Answer: B. Visit a museum.Explanation: In the conversation, one of the students mentions that they are planning to visit a museum this weekend, which is the first activity they discuss.12.You will hear a short interview with a teacher discussing the importance of studying. Listen to the interview and answer the question.Question: According to the teacher, which of the following is the most important reason to study?A. To earn a good grade.B. To gain knowledge.C. To have fun.D. To impress others.Answer: B. To gain knowledge.Explanation: The teacher emphasizes the importance of studying for the purpose of gaining knowledge rather than just for academic achievements or external validation.13.You are listening to a conversation between two students discussing their weekend plans.Question: What does the girl decide to do this weekend?A. Go to the movies with her friends.B. Stay at home and read a book.C. Travel to another city for a weekend trip.D. Visit her grandparents.Answer: AExplanation: The girl mentions that she wants to go to the movies with her friends, which is option A.14.You are listening to a teacher explaining a new project to the class.Question: What is the main objective of the project?A. To improve students’ writing skills.B. To learn about different cultures around the world.C. To conduct experiments in science class.D. To practice public speaking.Answer: BExplanation: The teacher explains that the project is about learning about different cultures around the world, which aligns with option B.15.How many books does the student plan to read in the next month?A. 5B. 8C. 12D. 15Answer: BExplanation: In the conversation, the student mentions that they have set a goal to read 8 books in the next month. Therefore, the correct answer is B.三、阅读第一节（第1题7.5分，其余每题10分，总37.5分）第一题Reading PassageIn the small coastal town of Port Marlow, the annual Sandcastle Festival has been a tradition for over a century. Each year, local residents and tourists from around the world gather to build the tallest, most creative sandcastles. This year, the festival has attracted even more attention due to a competition organized by the local tourism board, offering a grand prize of$10,000 to the best sandcastle.The festival begins with a parade of floats, each adorned with intricatesand sculptures. The main event, however, is the sandcastle competition. Participants are given a canvas of sand that they must transform into a masterpiece within 24 hours. The creativity and skill displayed by the contestants are remarkable, as they work tirelessly to craft their designs.Among the many participants, a group of high school students from Port Marlow High School has caught the attention of the crowd. They are known for their innovative designs and determination. Their project, “The Underwater Kingdom,” is a testament to their hard work and imagination.The students have constructed a sandcastle that resembles an underwater kingdom, complete with a grand entrance, coral reefs, and even a sunken pirate ship. To add to the effect, they have used seaweed and seashells to create a natural look. As the sun sets, the students light up their creation with colorful fairy lights, making it even more enchanting.1、What is the main event of the Sandcastle Festival?A) The parade of floatsB) The sandcastle competitionC) The presentation of awardsD) The sale of festival merchandise2、Wh y has this year’s Sandcastle Festival attracted more attention?A) It is being held for a record-breaking number of years.B) It has been organized by a well-known celebrity.C) There is a grand prize of$10,000 for the best sandcastle.D) It is being attended by a record number of tourists.3、What is the special project created by the high school students from Port Marlow High School?A) A sandcastle shaped like a traditional clock tower.B) A sandcastle with a theme of outer space.C) A sandcastle resembling an underwater kingdom.D) A sandcastle designed to look like a famous landmark.4、How do the students enhance the appearance of their sandcastle at night?A) They cover it with a thick layer of seaweed.B) They paint it with vibrant colors.C) They light it up with colorful fairy lights.D) They add a large number of seashells to it.Answers:1、B) The sandcastle competition2、C) There is a grand prize of$10,000 for the best sandcastle.3、C) A sandcastle resembling an underwater kingdom.4、C) They light it up with colorful fairy lights.Second QuestionRead the following passage and answer the questions that follow.In the small coastal town of Oceanview, the local community has always prided itself on its beautiful beaches and friendly atmosphere. However, in recent years, the town has faced a significant challenge: the increasing pollution ofits waters. The once crystal-clear ocean has become a murky brown, and the beaches are no longer the clean, sandy stretches they used to be.The problem has been traced back to a nearby industrial plant that has been releasing untreated chemicals into the ocean. The plant, Oceanview Manufacturing, has been in operation for over 30 years, but it has never been properly regulated. The town’s residents have become increa singly concerned about the health risks associated with the pollution, as well as the impact on the local tourism industry.Last month, a group of Oceanview’s most influential citizens formed an environmental advocacy group called “Clean Oceanview.” The group’s goal is to pressure the town council to take action against Oceanview Manufacturing and enforce stricter environmental regulations. They have already organized several public meetings and gathered over 500 signatures on a petition demanding change.The town council has acknowledged the problem but has yet to take any concrete steps. Mayor Johnson, the council’s president, has suggested that the town should focus on economic development rather than environmental concerns. He argues that the plant provi des numerous jobs and is crucial to the town’s economy.1、What is the main environmental issue faced by Oceanview?A. DeforestationB. Air pollutionC. Water pollutionD. Soil erosion2、Who is responsible for the pollution of Oceanview’s waters?A. Local residentsB. Oceanview ManufacturingC. The town councilD. A nearby university3、What is the main goal of the “Clean Oceanview” group?A. To promote tourismB. To support Mayor Johnson’s economic development plansC. To pressure the town council to enforce stricter environmental regulationsD. To educate the public about the benefits of Oceanview Manufacturing4、What is Mayor Johnson’s stance on the pollution issue?A. He supports the “Clean Oceanview” group’s effor tsB. He agrees that the pollution is a serious problemC. He believes that environmental concerns should be secondary to economic developmentD. He thinks the pollution is exaggerated and not a major concernAnswers:1、C2、B3、C4、C第三题Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow.In recent years, the importance of mental health has gained increasing attention from both the public and the scientific community. Mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and stress can have a significant impact on an individual’s daily life and overall well-being. To address these challenges, schools and communities are implementing various programs and initiatives aimed at promoting mental well-being among students and young adults.The following article discusses the impact of mental health on academic performance and the steps that can be taken to support mental health in educational settings.The Impact of Mental Health on Academic PerformanceThe relationship between mental health and academic performance is complex and multifaceted. Numerous studies have shown that students with mental health issues are more likely to struggle with their academic work. Anxiety and depression can lead to difficulties in concentration, reduced motivation, and an increased risk of dropping out of school.One study conducted by the National Institute of Mental Health found that students with untreated depression are 60% more likely to fail a course compared to their peers without depression. This highlights the importance of earlydetection and intervention to mitigate the negative effects of mental health on academic success.To support mental health in educational settings, schools are adopting several strategies:1.Providing mental health education to students and staff.2.Offering counseling services to help students cope with emotional and psychological challenges.3.Creating a supportive and inclusive school environment that promotes positive mental health.1、What is the main point of the passage?A) The importance of mental health in academic settings.B) The causes of mental health issues among students.C) The effects of mental health on academic performance.D) The role of schools in addressing mental health challenges.2、According to the passage, what is the risk factor for students with untreated depression?A) They are 40% more likely to fail a course.B) They are 60% more likely to fail a course.C) They are 20% more likely to drop out of school.D) They are 80% more likely to drop out of school.3、Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a strategy to support mental health in educational settings?A) Providing mental health education.B) Offering counseling services.C) Increasing class sizes.D) Creating a supportive school environment.4、What does the author imply about the relationship between mental health and academic performance?A) It is a straightforward cause-and-effect relationship.B) It is a complex and multifaceted issue.C) It is primarily influenced by external factors.D) It is not a significant concern for students.第四题Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow.In the small town of Willowbrook, nestled between rolling hills and a serene lake, there stood an ancient oak tree that was a local landmark. Known to the townspeople as “Old Oak,” this majestic tree had witnessed the growth and changes of the town over the centuries. It was a place where children would gather to play, where lovers would sit to share secrets, and where the town’s elders would meet to discuss the future of Willowbrook.One crisp autumn morning, as the leaves began to turn gold and red, a young girl named Emily stumbled upon an old, tattered map hidden beneath the roots of Old Oak. The map seemed to be a treasure map, marked with an “X” that pointed to a location deep within the forest surrounding the lake. Intrigued and excited,Emily decided to embark on a quest to find the treasure.1、What is the main topic of the passage?A. The importance of trees in a townB. The adventures of a young girl in a small townC. The history of WillowbrookD. The significance of Old Oak2、Why did Emily decide to embark on a quest?A. She wanted to find a new place to playB. She was following a treasure mapC. She was bored with her usual activitiesD. She wanted to prove her bravery3、What did Emily find when she discovered the map?A. An ancient bookB. A treasure chestC. An old, tattered mapD. A message from the town’s elders4、Where did Emily plan to find the treasure?A. At the base of Old OakB. In the town squareC. Deep within the forestD. Beside the lakeAnswers:1、B2、B3、C4、C四、阅读第二节（12.5分）Reading Section IIRead the following passage carefully and then answer the questions below.Passage:The advancements in technology over the past few decades have revolutionized the way we live, work, and communicate. One of the most significant developments has been the rise of the internet, which has transformed the way we access information and interact with others. This digital revolution has brought both benefits and challenges.The internet has made information more accessible than ever before. With just a few clicks, we can find answers to almost any question we have. This has been particularly beneficial for students, who can now access a vast array of resources online, including educational materials, research papers, and interactive learning tools. Additionally, the internet has facilitated communication, allowing people to connect with each other across the globe in real-time.However, the convenience of the internet has also brought about severalchallenges. One of the most pressing issues is the spread of misinformation. With so much information available online, it can be difficult to discern what is true and what is false. This has led to a decline in critical thinking skills and has made it easier for fake news and conspiracy theories to spread rapidly.Another challenge is the issue of privacy and security. As we share more personal information online, we are increasingly vulnerable to cyber attacks and identity theft. This has raised concerns about the potential misuse of data by governments and corporations.Despite these challenges, the internet has undoubtedly had a profound impact on our lives. It has become an essential tool for learning, communication, and productivity. As we continue to navigate the digital age, it is crucial that we find ways to mitigate the negative effects of the internet while harnessing its potential for good.Questions:1.What is one of the most significant developments in technology over the past few decades?A. The rise of the internetB. The invention of the smartphoneC. The discovery of new energy sourcesD. The development of artificial intelligence2.How has the internet benefited students?A. It has made information less accessible.B. It has limited their access to educational materials.C. It has provided them with a vast array of resources online.D. It has hindered their ability to communicate with others.3.What is one of the main challenges associated with the internet?A. The rise of misinformation.B. The decline of critical thinking skills.C. The issue of privacy and security.D. All of the above.4.How has the internet impacted our lives?A. It has made information less accessible.B. It has become an essential tool for learning, communication, and productivity.C. It has hindered our ability to communicate with others.D. It has had no significant impact on our lives.5.Why is it crucial that we find ways to mitigate the negative effects of the internet?A. The internet has no potential for good.B. The negative effects of the internet outweigh the benefits.C. It is essential to protect ourselves from the potential misuse of data.D. It is unnecessary to address the negative effects of the internet.五、语言运用第一节 _ 完形填空（15分）完形填空Read the following passage and fill in each blank with one of the words or phrases given below. Choose the best option.If you have ever visited a museum, you might have noticed that the majority of the exhibits are 15. This is because museums are designed to 15 visitors with history and culture. As you walk through the halls, you can see 16 artifacts and learn about the past. However, not all museums are the same. Some are 17 with interactive displays and multimedia presentations, while others focus on 18 and quiet contemplation. Here are some tips to help you make the most of your museum visit.15.A. oldB. rareC. diverseD. traditional16.A. numerousB. significantC. controversialD. colorful17.A. filledB. limitedC. boringD. expensive18.A. educationalB. entertainingC. historicalD. commercial答案：15.D. traditional16.A. numerous17.A. filled18.C. historical六、语言运用第二节 _ 语法填空（15分）Grammar FillingRead the following passage and fill in each blank with the appropriate form of the word given in the brackets.Passage:Last weekend, my family decided to go on a trip to the countryside. We packed our bags with food and drinks, and left early in the morning. The weather was perfect, and we had a great time exploring the beautiful scenery. We visited a small village, where we met some friendly locals. They showed us around the village and told us interesting stories about its history. We even tried some traditional food that was delicious. It was an unforgettable experience, and I wish we could have stayed longer.Blanks:1.We [go] (go) on a trip to the countryside last weekend.2.We [pack] (pack) our bags with food and drinks, and left [early] (early) in the morning.3.The weather was perfect, and we had a [great] (great) time exploring the beautiful scenery.4.We visited a small village, where we met some friendly [local] (local).5.They showed us around the village and told us interesting [story] (story) about its history.6.We even tried some traditional food that was [delicious] (delicious).7.It was an [unforgettable] (unforgettable) experience.8.I wish we could have stayed [longer] (longer).9.The scenery was so beautiful that it was hard to [find] (find) words to describe it.10.The locals were so friendly that we felt [welcome] (welcome).Grammar Filling Questions:1.What form of the verb should be used to fill in the blank in sentence 1?A. wentB. goC. goesD. going2.What form of the adjective should be used to fill in the blank in sentence 2?A. earlylyB. earlyC. earlierD. earliest3.What form of the adjective should be used to fill in the blank in sentence 3?A. greaterB. goodC. greatD. gooder4.What form of the noun should be used to fill in the blank in sentence 4?A. localB. localsC. locatesD. locate5.What form of the noun should be used to fill in the blank in sentence 5?A. storiesB. storyC. storiedD. storying6.What form of the adjective should be used to fill in the blank in sentence 6?A. deliciousB. deliciouslyC. delightedD. delightedly7.What form of the adjective should be used to fill in the blank in sentence 7?A. unforgettableB. forgetfulC. forgetableD. forgetably8.What form of the adverb should be used to fill in the blank in sentence 8?A. longerB. longC. longestD. longly9.What form of the verb should be used to fill in the blank in sentence 9?A. findB. findsC. findingD. found10.What form of the adjective should be used to fill in the blank in sentence 10?。
四川省达州市2023-2024学年高二下学期期中考试 英语含答案
高2025届高二（下）期中考试英语试题（答案在最后）本试卷满分150分，考试用时150分钟。
注意事项：1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
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第Ⅰ卷第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话，选出最佳选项。
1. Where does the conversation probably take place?A. In a gallery.B. In an office.C. In a store.2. Why does the woman come to the man?A. To buy a charger.B. To get the laptop.C. To change a battery.3. What is the man required to do?A. Find a list.B. Take a note.C. Sort the files.4. What are the speakers mainly talking about?A. A present.B. A party.C. A tradition.5. What does the woman want the man to do?A. Fix the lamp.B. Give her money back.C. Offer her a new room.第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白，选出最佳选项。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What does the woman plan to do with the books at first?A. Sell them.B. Throw them away.C. Keep them at home.7. What does the man do?A. He's a teacher.B. He's a writer.C. He's a librarian.听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
山东省青岛第二中学2022-2023学年高二上学期期中考试英语试题含答案
青岛二中2022—2023学年第一学期期中考试——高二试题（英语）第一部分听力（略）（答案在最后）第二部分阅读（共两节，满分50分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给A、B、C、D的四个选项中选出最佳选项。
AThe Best Books of 2020On Monday, the American Library Association announced the top children’s books of 2020. Here are the winners.DevotionAuthor Clare Vanderpool took home the John Newbery Medal for outstanding contribution to children’s literature for Moon over Manifest. The book is about a young girl’s magical adventures in a small Kansas town, in 1936.Vanderpool said that she was shocked to learn that she had won. “You grow up reading legendary authors like Madeleine L’Engle, but I never expected to be put in a category with her,” Vanderpool told TFK. “It’s fabulous.”Picture ThisThe picture book A Sick Day for Amos McGee won the Randolph Caldecott Medal. The book was illustrated by Erin E. Stead and written by her husband, Philip C. Stead. It tells the story of an elderly zookeeper and the animals that visit him when he’s not well enough to go to work.“I love drawing animals and I love drawing people and I love drawing the emotional connection between animals and people,” said Stead.More Honored BooksThe Coretta Scott King award, given to an African-American author and illustrator of “outstanding books for children and young adults,” went to Rita Williams-Garcia for One Crazy Summer. Set in 1968, the novel follows three sisters from Brooklyn, New York, who visit their mother, a poet who ran away years ago and lives in California.The king prize for best-illustrated work went to Dave the Potter: Artist, Poet, Slave. The book, which was written by Laban Carrick Hill and illustrated by Bryan Collier, tells the story of a skilled potter who engraved his poems on the clay pots and jars that he made. The enslaved potter, known only as Dave, lived in South Carolina in the 1800s.21. When she heard the news that she won the medal Vanderpool felt_________.A. depressed.B. annoyed.C. amused.D. astonished.22. One Crazy Summer is a _________.A. thrillerB. fictionC. adventure storyD. comic book23. From the passage, we can infer that_________A. The book Moon over Manifest tells a story of a zookeeper and his animals.B. The book A Sick Day for Amos McGee is written by Erin, a famous woman writer.C. A Sick Day for Amos McGee shows us that animals can interact with humans.D. One Crazy Summer is about a mother with her three children having a holiday in California.BZheng Qinwen announced herself as a major new force in women’s tennis with an import French Open debut (首秀) last month. Now the Chinese teenager hopes the fighting spirit she showed at the Grand Slam (大满贯) tournament can encourage kids starting out in the sport to chase their dreams on the court with the same determination.“If tennis is your dream, I think you always have to fight for your dream. Because we only have one life, you shouldn’t have any regrets,” Zheng said last week in an interview.The 19-year-old showed she possesses the talent to be a contender at the very top level of tennis with a breakout campaign at French Open.Accounting for two-time Grand Slam winner Simona Halep along the way, Zheng’s journey was ended in the fourth round by a three-set defeat to eventual champion Iga Swiatek. Zheng, though gave the Polish world No. 1 a big scare, battling back from 3-0 down in the first set to force, and win, a tiebreak (平分决胜局)。
高中英语 2023-2024学年山东省潍坊市高二(上)期中英语试卷
2023-2024学年山东省潍坊市高二（上）期中英语试卷第一部分 听力（共两节，满分7.5分）第一节（共5小题：每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1．（1.5分）Who is Samantha？A.John's sister.B.John's niece.C.John's daughter.2．（1.5分）What will Lydia do this evening？A.Visit a friend.B.Read a book.C.See a movie.3．（1.5分）Where does the conversation probably take place？A.In a bank.B.In the gym.C.In a clothes shop.4．（1.5分）When will Bob join Amy？A.At 8：00 am.B.At 4：30 pm.C.At 7：30 pm.5．（1.5分）Where will the woman go first？A.The dentist's.B.The library.C.The dry cleaner's.第二节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。
每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。
每段对话或独白读两遍。
6．（3分）听材料，回答问题。
（1）How does the man feel？A.Hopeful.B.Satisfied.C.Unhappy.（2）What happened to the man？A.He was fired.B.He quit his job.C.He found another job.7．（4.5分）听材料，回答问题。
太原市2022-2023上学期期中高二英语试卷+答案(含答题卡)
第四部分 短文填空（共 10 小题；每小题 1 分，满分 10 分）
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第五部分 写作（共两节，满分 25 分）
高二第二学期期中考试(英语)试卷含答案
高二第二学期期中考试（英语）（考试总分：120 分）一、阅读理解（本题共计4小题，总分30分）1.（8分）1 .What does Ms. Hooper do?A. She's an architectB. She's a studentC. She's a teacherD. She's a designer2. What is Ms. Hooper hoping to use as content entry?A Her final assignmentB The sketch she made last yearC A new restoration designD last-minute drawing3. What does Mr. Muri apologize for?A His promptnessB His lack of detailsC His hastily made adD His late reply4. What is Muri's concern for Ms. Hooper?A That she might be too busy to do this wellB That she is too young and inexperiencedC That she is a professional and this is not designed for themD That the requested designs might be different from what she has learned.2.（6分）When I was young, I had an old neighbor nam ed Dr. Gibbs. He didn’t look like any doctor I’d ever known. He never shouted at us for playing in his yard. I remembered him as a neighbor who was nicer than anyone else in the neighborhood.When Dr. Gibbs was happy, he was planting trees. And his life’s goal was to make it a forest. Dr. Gibbs had some interesting theories about planting. He talked about trees that weren’t watered would grow deep roots in search of water. So he never watered his trees. He planted an oak (橡树) and, instead of watering it every morning, he beat it with the rolled-up newspaper. I asked him why he did that, and he said it was to get the tree’s attention.Dr. Gibbs died a couple of years. Every now and again, I walk by his house and look at the trees that he planted twenty-five y ears ago. They’re very strong now.I planted a couple of trees a few years later. I watered them regularly and took good care of them. Whenever a cold wind blows, they shake their leaves and branches.The funny thing about those trees of Dr. Gibbs was that difficulty seemed to help them in ways comfort and ease never could.1．What was Dr. Gibbs’ life goal?A. To study plants.B. To save more lives.C. To make a lot of money.D. To build a forest.2．One of Dr. Gibbs’ theories about planting was that ______.A. he often talked to the treesB. he never watered the treesC. he kicked the trees heavilyD. he buried the leaves around the roots 3．What does the writer mainly want to tell us?A. Trees are not as weak as we think.B. Difficulty is necessary for growth.C. We should listen to others’ adviceD. Planting trees is good for the environment.3.（8分）New law lets students sleep inWhen your alarm clock rings and you drag yourself out of bed, you probably wonder: Why on earth does school have to start so early?Fortunately, there is a new law to back you up―or better still, science.A law in California, passed on Oct 13, requires that public middle schools begin classes no earlier than 8:00 am and that high schools start no earlier than 8:30 am. The law will go into effect by July 1, 2022.Starting school at 8:00 or 8:30 in the morning may not sound like too big of a change, but it could mean one more hour of sleep for students who used to start school at 7:30 or even earlier.“The e ffect of that one hour is something they will be feeling as 40-year-old adults,” Sumit Bhargava, a sleep expert at Stanford University told The New York Times. He said that not having enough sleep can affect students’ mental health and increase the risk of getting fat and diabetes (糖尿病).In the short run, students’ school performances should improve almost immediately. Kyla Wahlstrom, a researcher at the University of Minnesota’s College of Education, found that students who have enough sleep are more alert (机敏的) in class and get better grades.Some might say that urging students to go to bed earlier could have been a much easier solution than changing the school timetable across an entire state. But according to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, teenagers go through biological changes when they enter puberty (青春期), which makes it difficult for them to fall asleep before 11: 00 pm. So when school starts at 8: 00 or earlier, they can hardly get the ideal 8.5-9.5 hours of sleep that experts suggest they need to do their best in the daytime.This is why when the new law came out, its author, Anthony Portantino, said, “Generations of children will come to appreciate ( 感激) this historic day and our governor for taking bold action.1.When should public high schools start classes according to the California’s new law?A.No earlier than 8:30 am..B.No earlier than 8:00 am.C.No earlier than 7:30 am.D.No earlier than 9:00 am.2.What can we learn from Bhargava’s words?A. The amount of sleep people need changes with age.B. Lack of sleep could lead to health problems.C. Lack of sleep affects adults more than children.D. Sleep problems are one of the leading causes of diabetes3.What do we know about teenagers’ sleep patterns?A. Ideally, they need eight hours of sleep a night..B. Less sleep is needed when they enter pubertyC. They often wake up at midnight due to biologicalD. They may have difficulty falling asleep before11.pm4.Where does this passage probably come from?A. A n ewspaperB. A b iographyC. A textbookD. An advertisement4.（8分）Many people have long dreamed of being able to fly around as simply as riding a bicycle. Yet the safety and strength of a flying bike was always a big problem. Over the past 10 years，development in technology has moved the dream of personal flying vehicles closer to reality. Now，two groups of inventors say such vehicles may be available soon.The British company Malloy Aeronautics has developed a prototype(原型) of its flying bicycle. Grant Stapleton，marketing sales director of Malloy Aeronautics，says the Hoverbike is able to get in and out of small spaces very quickly.“It can be moved across continents very quickly because it can be folded and packed，” he adds.Mr. Stapleton says safety was the company’s main concern. He says the designers solved the safety issue by using overlapping rotors(交叠式旋翼) to power the vehicle.The company is testing a fullsize prototype of the Hoverbike，which will most likely be used first by the police and emergency rescue teams.In New Zealand，the Martin Aircraft Company is also testing a fullsize prototype of its personal flying device，called Jetpack(喷气背包).It can fly for more than 30 minutes，up to 1,000 meters high and reach a speed of 74 kilometers per hour.Peter Coker is the CEO of Martin Aircraft Company. He said Jetpack “is built around safety from the start”.In his words，“reliability is the most important element of it. We have safety built into the actual structure itself，very sim ilar to a Formula One racing car.”Jetpack uses a gasolinepowered engine that produces two powerful jet streams. Mr Coker says it also has a parachute(降落伞) that can be used should there be an emergency. “It starts to work at very low altitude and actually saves both the aircraft and the pilot，” he adds. Mr Coker says Jetpack will be ready for sale soon.1.We can learn from the passage that the Hoverbike __________.A. has been used by the police and emergency rescue teamsB. can be transported quickly after being folded and packedC. can hardly get in and out of small spaces quicklyD. can fly for over 30 minutes，up to 1,000 meters high2.The writer uses the example of Formula One racing car to show that .A.Jetpack’s engine is powerfulB.Jetpack is very safe and reliableC.Jetpack’s actual structure is uniqueD.Jetpack can reach a great speed and height3.The underlined word “it” in the last paragraph refers to “ ”.A.the parachuteB.the engineC.JetpackD.the jet stream4.What is th e author’s main purpose of writing the passage?A.To describe the problems of inventing flying vehicles.B.To show the differences between the two personal flying vehicles..C.To introduce the latest development of flying vehicles.D.To advertise the two personal flying vehicles.二、阅读七选五（本题共计1小题，总分10分）5.（10分）根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
高二英语期中考试试卷
高二英语期中考试试卷一、听力理解（共20分）本部分包含四个小节，每小节有5个问题，共20个问题。
请仔细听录音，根据所听内容选择正确答案。
Section A1. What does the man want to do?A. Go to the cinema.B. Go to the library.C. Go to the park.2. Where does the conversation most likely take place?A. In a restaurant.B. In a bookstore.C. In a classroom....5. What is the woman's opinion about the new movie?A. It's exciting.B. It's boring.C. It's scary.Section B6. What time does the train leave?A. At 7:00 am.B. At 7:30 am.C. At 8:00 am....10. Why is the woman late?A. She missed the bus.B. She overslept.C. She got lost.Section C11. What is the man's favorite subject?A. Math.B. English.C. History....15. What does the woman suggest they do?A. Go to the beach.B. Go to the museum.C. Go to the concert.Section D16. What is the main topic of the talk?A. Environmental protection.B. Space exploration.C. Technological innovation....20. What does the speaker think about the future?A. It's promising.B. It's challenging.C. It's uncertain.二、阅读理解（共30分）本部分包含三篇文章，每篇文章后面有5个问题，共15个问题。
天津市第一中学2024_2025学年高二英语上学期期中试题
天津市第一中学2024-2025学年高二英语上学期期中试题本试卷分为第I 卷（选择题）、第 II 卷（非选择题）两部分，共 100 分，考试用时90 分钟。
第I 卷 1 至 5 页，第 II 卷 6 页。
考生务必将答案涂写规定的位置上，答在试卷上的无效。
祝各位考生考试顺当!I 卷 (满分 70 分)I.听力理解（共 20 小题，每小题 0.5 分，满分 10 分）第一节听下面 5 段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的 A,B,C 三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1.What will the man go to London to do?A. Attend a meeting.B. Go sightseeing.C. Visit someone.2.What’s wrong with the man’s alarm clock?A. It doesn’t work well.B. It tells wrong time.C. It rings all the time.3.What’s the man’s nationality?A. Canadian.B. British.C. American.4.What’s the weather going to be like tomorrow?A. Cloudy.B. Rainy.C. Sunny.5.What is the man going to do first after school today?A. Play basketball.B. Study at the library.C. Go home.其次节听下面 5 段对话或独白。
每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的 A,B,C 三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第 6 段材料，回答第 6~7 题。
6.What can we know about Peter?A.He has just got married.B.He met his girlfriend unexpectedly.C.He has returned home from abroad.7.What will the man go to Pairs for?A. Business.B. Sightseeing.C. Honeymoon. 听第 7 段材料，回答第 8~10 题。
烟台市2023—2024学年度第一学期期中学业水平诊断高二英语含答案解析
烟台市2023—2024学年度第一学期期中学业水平诊断高二英语一、阅读理解(共30 分)Europe has numerous islands where you can get closer to nature. Here are some of the best for getting away from the crowds.Schiermonnikoog, the NetherlandsSchier is primarily a national park, covered in forests and with some of Europe’s most untouched beaches. Only residents are allowed to drive cars on the island, which you can get to by taking a 45-minute ferry (渡轮). Once there, visitors can hunt for beautiful and specially-shaped stones washed ashore on the island’s wide white beaches, go diving or take surfing lessons along natural sandbanks. Flores, PortugalFlores Island in the westernmost stretches of the Azores is a nature lover’s dream. Deep blue lakes, vivid green valleys and boiling hot springs are among the otherworldly sights on the 55-square-mile volcanic island home to 3, 400 people, where you can arrive via flights from other Azorean islands. Naustholmen, NorwayVisitors can take ferries to reach this private island owned by Norwegian adventurer Randi Skaug, the first Norwegian woman to climb Mount Everest. Naustholmen guests spend their days going boating or hiking to the top of the Lofoten Islands for sunset views. They can also simply do nothing at all, surrounded by the silence and beauty of this remote place.Skyros, GreeceFor a more isolated (隔绝) experience, set your sights to the island of Skyros. One of 24 islands in the Sporades chain in the northwest Aegean Sea, Skyros is reached via flights from mainland Greece as well as by ferry from the mainland and other nearby Greek islands. With the exception of Skyros’ famous carnival (狂欢节) which puts the island into nonstop party mode — it’s a perfect place for swimmers to register for a surfing class.1.What do Schiermonnikoog and Skyros have in common?A.They both have a national park.B.They both offer surfing lessons.C.They both give free ferry service.D.They both throw attractive parties.2.What can a tourist do in Naustholmen?A.Take a rowing-boat race.B.Climb the volcanic island.C.Enjoy the beautiful sunset.D.Pick up unique beach stones.3.Which destination suits tourists interested in hot springs?A.Skyros.B.Naustholmen.C.Flores.D.Schiermonnikoog.【答案】1. B 2. C 3. C【导语】这是一篇应用文，文章主要介绍了欧洲几个远离人群的岛屿。
北京市2024-2025学年高二上学期期中英语试题含答案
2024～2025学年度第一学期高二年级期中练习英语（答案在最后）2024年11月6日制卷人：说明：本试卷共8页，共100分；考试时间90分钟；请在答题卡上填写个人信息，并将条形码贴在答题卡的相应位置上。
考生务必在答题卡指定区域作答，在试卷上作答无效。
第一部分：知识运用（共两节，30分）第一节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，共15分）阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
My brother and I were driving home together and we were deep in conversation.Because of his1my brother took a wrong turn,taking us towards a bridge and we had no way to turn back.2,my brother paid the bridge fee and drove on.He was clearly frustrated by the mistake and the3waste of$4.We eventually reached an exit slipway and,as we took it,my brother4a beat-up black car parked by the side of the road.A young guy was standing nearby5someone.I was busy trying to figure out which way we went next but my brother6and asked the guy if he needed any help.And he did.He had a(n)7tire and needed a tool to get it off.My brother gave it to him and then proceeded to help him change the tire.After we finished the job,he thanked us again and again,pulled out$20and tried to give it to us.“No.”my brother said.“We were never8to even get on that bridge.We took a wrong turn.But now we know why we did.It was to help you.Thank you for turning our mistake into a(n)9to serve.”What I loved most was watching my brother throughout this process.He was able to see a chance to help even in an otherwise10situation,which can only come from a calm mind and an open heart.1.A.happiness B.carelessness C.selfishness D.weakness2.A.Nervously B.Immediately C.Unwillingly D.Unfortunately3.A.unusual B.hateful C.hopeless D.needless4.A.repaired B.noticed C.struck D.helped5.A.phoning B.reminding C.greeting D.recalling6.A.pulled together B.pulled away C.pulled over D.pulled through7.A.flat B.empty C.old D.dirty8.A.supposed B.forced C.allowed D.required9.A.wish B.ability C.belief D.opportunity10.A.dangerous B.destructive C.expensive D.negative第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，共15分）阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空。
上海市2023-2024学年高二下学期期中考试 英语含答案
5.When weighing Thomas Jefferson’s legacy, one must consider, ______, his promotion of democratic principles, despite his ownership of slaves.
A.empathy-oriented; charitableB.empathy-oriented; established
C justice-oriented; demandingD.justice-oriented; needy
10.This moment is an opportunity to build a sharper UNESCO, a UNESCO with better delivery, ______ its ambitions and in line with the needs of the 21st century.
2.The basketball coach’s course is known for its ______ training, as he pushes his players to their limits to achieve maximum performance.
A.humbleB.intenseC.randomD.undying
A.once and for allB.in allC.after allD.above all
6.While these measures have been helpful in reducing the recent stress in financial markets, they ______ providing a lasting solution to the challenges.
天津市2023-2024学年高二上学期期中考试英语试题含解析
天津市2023~2024学年度第一学期高二年级期中检测试卷(2023.11)英语（答案在最后）第I卷选择题一、听力第一节(共5小题;每小题1分，满分5分)1.Where does the woman find the match?A.Beside the telephone.B.In the desk drawer.C.On the kitchen table.2.What is Tina Marks doing?A.Having a meeting.B.Making a phone call.C.Lining up.3.When will the lecture be given?A.On June10th.B.On June11th.C.On June18th.4.What are the two speakers mainly talking about?A.A rainforest.B.A report.C.A book party.5.Why doesn’t the man want to go to the beach?A.He can’t bear the hot weather.B.He has no interest in the beach.C.He is waiting for the football match.第二节(共10小题;每小题1分，满分10分)听下面一段对话，回答第6至第8小题。
6.When will the race be held?A.This afternoon.B.Tomorrow morning.C.Tomorrow afternoon.7.What might the weather be like on the weekend?A.Rainy.B.Sunny.C.Cloudy.8.What does Mike probably do?A.A news reporter.B.A weatherman.C.A sports reporter.听下面一段对话，回答第9至第11小题。
洛阳市2023—2024学年第一学期期中考试高二英语试卷含答案解析
洛阳市2023—2024学年第一学期期中考试高二英语试卷一、短对话(共5 分)1.What is the woman’s presentation about?A.Watches.B.Channels.C.Animals.【答案】C【原文】W: Hi, Bob. Can I switch to another channel? I need to make a presentation on animals in the English class tomorrow.M: Of course! Go ahead.2.What is the woman doing?A.Preparing a party.B.Planting some trees.C.Making a cake.【答案】A【原文】M: All right, Sara, I know you’re planning something big for my birthday. Could you tell me just what you have in your mind?W: I’m afraid I can’t. It’s supposed to be a surprise.3.Where are the speakers?A.In a school.B.At a shop.C.At a restaurant.【答案】B【原文】M: Good morning. How can I help you, madam?W: Yesterday I took this dress for my daughter here, but it’s a bit small. Can I change a larger one? M: Let me check. Yes, there is a larger one.4.How is the man’s flat?A.Expensive.B.Big.C.North-facing.【答案】B【原文】W: Kevin, how is your new flat?M: It’s great, large and south-facing. And the rent is $345 a month with the property management fee and Internet included.W: Wow! That’s a wonderful price.5.What was the man’s major in the past?A.BusinessB.Management.C.Science.【答案】A【原文】W: John, I heard you have changed your major. Is that true?M: Yes. After studying Business for half a year, I found I didn’t really like it.W: So what are you studying now?M: Wild Life Science.二、长对话(共11 分)听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
2022至2023年高二上半年期中考试英语考试完整版(上海市金山中学)
语法填空Directions: Read the following passage. Fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word. For the other blanks, fill in each blank with one proper word. Make sure that your answers are grammatically correct.People across the world use Airbnb to offer their homes to travelers usually for a nightly fee. The homepleted questionnaires about the students' academic effortspleted a survey and a report each year【3】What can possibly happen to the school couples after they break up?A.They will miss their ex-partners sometimes.B.They don't want to see each other any longer.C.Their attention to studying will be affected.D.They will think it's reasonable to get depressed.【4】Orpinas’ attitude towards dating in middle school is _____.A.supportiveB.negativeC.indifferentD.positive【答案】【1】A【2】B【3】C【4】B【解析】本文讲述的是年轻学生之间的约会对学生的学习产生的不良的影响。
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蚌埠二中2011—2012学年度第二学期期中考试高二英语试卷（考试时间：120分钟试卷分值：150分）注意：本试卷包含I、II两卷。
第I卷为选择题，所有答案必须用2B铅笔涂在相应的位置。
第II卷为非选择题，所有答案必须填在答题卷的相应位置。
答案写在试卷上均无效，不予计分。
第I卷（三部分共115分）第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）第一节（共5小题，每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1.When will the two arrive in New York?A. At 7:05.B. At 6:55.C. At 7:10.2. Where are the speakers?A. In the zoo.B. In a museum.C. At a restaurant.3. When is the man going to leave for New York?A. In September.B. In October.C. In December.4. What are the speakers mainly talking about?A. MedicineB. A doctorC. An advertisement5. Which of the following is NOT true?A. Alex is going to go on vacation.B. Alex is very busy recently.C. They will have supper on Wednesday.第二节（共15小题，每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。
每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。
每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6至第8题。
6. How long did the woman stay on New York?A. For about 15 days.B. For about 20 days.C. For about 50 days.7. What did the woman learn mostly?A. Speaking.B. Listening.C. Writing.8. What did the woman like particularly about the American classes?A. Activities in class.B. The teachers.C. Students freedom in class.听第7段材料，回答第9至第11题。
9. Where does the conversation take place?A. In a hotel.B. In a hospital.C. In an exhibition center.10. On which floor is the Exhibition Center?A. The ninth floor.B. The third floor.C. The second floor.11. Why does the woman come to Hong Kong?A. He is on holiday.B. He comes to meet Peter Smith from Greece.C. He comes for the computer exhibition.听第8段材料，回答第12至第14题。
12. What will the man do first this Saturday morning?A. Go to a local museum.B. Go swimming in the riverC. Take a boat trip down the river.13. What will Betty bring probably?A. A map.B. A guide book.C. Some food for lunch.14. Who is very familiar with the place the two speakers will visit?A. The manB. BettyC. The man’s uncle.听第9段材料，回答第15至第17题。
15. What’s the relationship between the man and the woman?A. Teacher and student.B. Classmates.C. Mother and son.16. Why didn’t the man come to the class?A. He had been writing reports all day long.B. He was too tired to go out.C. He nearly lost his confidence.17. What can we know about Tom?A. He is probably from an English-speaking country.B. He is interested in learning foreign languages.C. He had not studied German before he came.听第10段材料，回答第18至第20题。
18. How old was Gaddafi when he died?A. 71.B. 69.C. 48.19. What was his rank after he seized power?A. Colonel.B. King.C. President.20. Which statement of Gaddafi is correct?A. Graduated from Libya Military academy in 1965.B. In order to seize the power, he pretended falling in love with the daughter of the General.C. Gaddafi died in Tripoli, the capital of Libyan.第二部分英语知识运用(共两节，满分45分）第一节：单项选择(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)从A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出适合空白处的最佳选项。
21.Stay a bit longer, please. It’s been such _____fun having you here.--- Thank you, but I’ve got _____ early start tomorrow morning.A. /; aB. a; anC. /; anD. the; an22. －I don’t think I can walk any further.－______. Let’s stop here for a rest.A. Neither I canB. Neither can IC. I don’t think soD. I think so23. I’m not a little tired today after giving the room a thorough cleaning and I have never h ad _____today.A. as tiring a day asB. as a tiring dayC. tiring as a day asD. day as a tiring as24. She tried her best to _______ the life there, but failed to make any ______.A. adjust to; sensesB. adapt to; troubleC. adapt to; effortD. adjust to; difference25.____________, all the students passed the entrance examination.A. Much to the teacher’s satisfactionB. To the teacher’s much satisfaction.C. Much to the teacher’s satisfactory.D. To the teacher’s great satisfactory.26. After five hours’ drive, they reached _____they thought was the place they’d been dreaming of. A. what B. whereC. thatD. which27. In 1939, Hitler _____ war against Poland, which started the second world war.A. announcedB. declaredC. broadcastD. advertised.28._______ I could remember, I did return him the money.A. As long asB. As far asC. As well asD. As good as29. ______ in the regulations that you should not tell other people the password of your e-mail account.A. What is requiredB. What requiresC. It is requiredD. It requires.30.It was lack of money, not of effort,_________ defeated their plan.A. which B as C. that D. what31.The situation of global finance crisis was________ worse than expected.A. fairlyB. ratherC. veryD. any32.Einstein liked Bose’s paper so much that he _____his own work and translated it into German.A. gave offB. turned downC. took overD. set aside33.The bank is reported in the local newspaper,______ in broad daylight.A. being robbedB. having been robbedC. robbedD. to have been robbed34.Tony was very unhappy for ________the secret.A. having not been toldB. not having toldC. having not toldD. not having been told35.He had a computer at home, and his parents desired that he _______all his work at home.A. doesB. doC. didD. would do第二节完形填空（共20题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）阅读下面短文，从短文后所给各题的四个选项（A、B、C、D）中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。