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高二第二学期期中英语试题答案解析A篇短文试题分析·本文讲述了一-1被收养的孩子成年后寻找生母的故事1.A细节理解题。

根据根据第二段的“In 2007, though, he searched for the name again online. This time, the search results included home address near the Lo we’s store where Flaig, then 22, worked as a deliveryman.”可知在2007年，他是个快递员，故选A。

2.c词义猜测题。

A大声喊;B大声读;C边哭边说;D高兴地唱歌。

根据When Tallady realized that the nice guy she’d been waving at was her son。

并结合本段的大意可知，当她和亲生儿子见面时，她应该是激动的哭了，故选C。

3.A 主旨大意题。

本文讲述的是一个从小被收养的孩子长大后寻找生母，并与之重逢的故事。

A项概括了文章的主旨大意，是文章的最佳标题，B,C,D三项的表述是文章的细节，故选A.B篇短文【短文大意】饲养宠物可能被传播疾病。

猴痘本是非洲雨林中的一种疾病，现在突然出现了美国西部的孩子们身上。

大多数我们认为只有人类才会感染的疾病其实就是来自动物。

国家要制定严格的法律，控制动物把疾病传播给人类。

【解题分析】4.【答案】D【分析】根据We have met the enemy, and he is ours. We bought him at a pet shop. When monkey-pox, a disease usually found in the African rain fores t, suddenly turns up in children in the American Midwest, it’s hard not to wonder if the disease that comes from foreign animals is homing in on human beings.可推断，从宠物商店购买的动物身上携带疾病。

高二第二学期期中考试英语试卷含答案（共3套）

⾼⼆第⼆学期期中考试英语试卷含答案（共3套）⾼⼆第⼆学期期中考试试卷英语试卷满分： 120分时间： 120分第⼀部分阅读理解(共两节，满分40分)第⼀节 (共15⼩题；每⼩题2分，满分30分)阅读下列短⽂，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂⿊。

AThe Best Theatres of the Year“A Streetcar Named Desire”Maxine Peake, following outstanding performances in “Hamlet” and “The Skriker”, now plays Blanche DuBois. It will be fascinating to see whether Peake plays Blanche as a shape of the poetic spirit rather than a crazy southern beauty. With Sarah Frankcom directing and Ben Batt as Stanley Kowalski, the play must be good.September to 15 October, Royal Exchange, ManchesterBox office: 0161-8339833“The Gaul”Some time on the night of 8 February 1974, fisherman FV Gaul disappeared off the coast of Norway. For the families of the 36 men on board, waiting for news was a hard time. Stories came up. Even when he was discovered on the seabed, many still felt there were questions that remained unanswered. Mark Babych directs Janet Plater’s play.6-29 October, Hull TruckBox office: 01482323638“The Red Barn”David Hare’s new play is based on “La Main”, a thriller by the great Georges Simenon. The setting is Connecticut 1969, and the story is about two couples who, on their way back from a party, try to go through the snow. The play is directed by Robert Icke, and Mark Strong and Hope Davis are leading actors.6-20 October Lyttelton, LondonBox office: 020-********“The Cheviot, the Stag and the Black Oil”John McGrath’s play about the exploitation (开发) of the Scottish Highlands has been described as the most important show in the history of the Scottish theatre. First seen over 40 years ago, the show is now revived (使复活) by Joe Douglas and gets five-star reviews on its first outing. 14-24 September, Royal Lyceum, EdinburghBox office: 0131-24848481. What can we infer about Maxine Peake?A. She is a famous director.B. She acted well in ”Hamlet”.C. She is a friend of Blanche DuBois.D. She enjoys poems much.2. What happened to FV Gaul in the play?A. He was caught in the snow.B. He came back to life after he died.C. He disappeared and died.D. He explored the Scottish Highlands.3. The director of “The red Barn” is _____.A. David HareB. Robert IckeC Mark Strong. D. Sarah Frankcom4. About the plays mentioned in the passage, we can know they _____.A. are all thrillersB. are directed by the same personC. would be on in autumnD. would be on at the same theatreBBritish shoppers buy 2.15 million tons of clothing and shoes per year, yet UK people have about ￡ 30 billon worth of unused clothing at the back of the wardrobe (⾐橱) . But new technology could see the end of tat (粗⿇布) with the clothes themselves reminding the owners of their existence.“Smart clothes” could help us clear out our wardrobes by sending messages or tweeting (推⽂) to us if they haven’t been worn for a good while. If these messages are ignored, the clothes will get in touch with a clothing charity and ask to be reused, with an organization automatically sending out donation in order. They could also be programmed for a public sale where they are sold to whoever offers the highest price on eBay.Experts at Birmingham, City University are developing the “connected wardrobe”to encourage more suitable clothes consumption (消费). The new kind of wardrobe sees clothes tagged, using washable contactless technology.Mark Brill, senior lecturer at the university, said, “Think of the surprise when an owner suddenly receives bids (出价) for items that they didn’t know in their wardrobe. The ‘connected wardrobe’is a practical pleasant idea to encourage people to think about their clothing consumption. Finally, I hope it will encourage more proper fashion consumption. Perhaps we can even move away from the idea of the ownership of clothing. When we’ve worn them enough, the items will pass themselves on to their next keeper.”It follows in the footsteps of the “Internet of things”—an idea that sees ordinary household items connecting to the Internet in order to share information. Now, the “Internet of Clothes” will make sure that neglected clothes will tweet and text the owners,“asking” to be worn depending on the weather and frequency of wear. Clothes will keep track of other information, such as who owned them before, as well as how much they originally cost, who made them and how much the worker was paid for them.5. What does the author say about the “smart clothes”?A. They may be recycled if long forgotten.B. They have gotten popularity.C. They give warnings if worn out.D. They may be donated on eBay.6. What is suggested in the last paragraph?A. The Internet is a place to share items.B. Weather affects the connected wardrobe.C. Household items can be a source of information.D. Clothes are sold online at a low price.7. The underlined word “neglected”in the last paragraph means “_____”.A. changeableB. unforgettableC. recycledD. unnoticed8. What’s the passage mainly about?A. The future of clothes consumption.B. The new technology about clothes.C. Common things sold on the Internet.D. Recycled wardrobes on the market.CCold weather during winter months may keep many people from running in the open air. However, a new study shows that the drop in temperature is a good reason to run. Researchers say running in cold weather helps improve one’s performance. Many people say running in winter can be difficult. Two reasons are the low temperatures and cold winds. Yet many runners might find it easier than running in hot weather. That could be because lower temperatures reduce stress on the body. When you run in cold weather, your heart rate and the body’s dehydration (脱⽔) levels are lower than those in warmer conditions. The body needs less water on a cold day than in warm weather.This information comes from sports scientist John Brewer at St Mary’s University in London. He and other researchers put a group of people into a room they called an “environmental Chamber”. They then recreated summer and winter weather conditions in the room. The test subjects were asked to run 10,000 meters under both conditions. The team recorded biological measurements of the runners.Brewer says every movement runners make produces heat. One way in which people lose heat is by sweating (流汗). The body also loses heat by transporting the blood to the surface of the skin, which puts more pressure on the heart in summer because it’s much harder to lose heat in the warm environment. However, the body doesn’t have to work as hard to transport blood to the skin’s surface in cold conditions. That means running in cooler temperatures requires less energy.Several websites note that the most important thing for people who run in cold conditions is to wear the right clothing. Wear shoes that will keep you from falling. Keeping as dry as possibleis most important when exercising in low temperatures. And wear more than one layer (层) of clothing to keep sweat away from your skin. So don’t let winter keep you indoors. Simply get ready for the low temperatures and start running.9. What were the test subjects required to do in the “environmental chamber”?A. Stay in the room in the hot and cold conditions.B. Run more than 10,000 meters in the warm environment.C. Run 10,000 meters under summer and winter weather conditions.D. Stay in the room for a long time in the cold environment.10. Running in cooler temperatures requires less energy because _____.A. it prevents runners producing sweatB. it’s much harder for the body to lose heatC. it’s easier for the runners to breathe fresh airD. it’s easier for the body to send blood to the skin’s surface11. Which of the following are proper ways to run in cold conditions?①Wearing as dryly as possible.②Wearing only one layer of clothing.③Wearing shoes that will prevent falling.A.①②B.②③C.①③D.①②③12. What is the author’s purpose in writing the passage?A. To show his love of running in cold weather.B. To persuade people to stay indoors in winter.C. To give some advice on running in cold weather.D. To encourage people to run in cold weather.DWe had about half an hour until the bus would arrive to take us to the airport. I wasn’t worried about my daughter. At ten years old, she could easily entertain herself. But what was my four-year-old son going to do for the next 30 minutes?Half an hour could seem like a long time for a pre-school child. He began playing with his toy car. Then he noticed a boy similar in age. Actually, they noticed each other. Slowly, theybegan to interact (互动). At first, they shared smiles, which soon led to sharing toys. And before I knew it, they were running and playing in the hotel lobby.I realized that the scene described above was not uncommon. However, there was one thing that I have to mention: The boys did not share a common language. However, this little thing didn’t seem to stop them from their fun in the least. They were two little boys who had just met, and they were having more fun than anyone else in the lobby. In fact, I believed they would have played together all day if we had let them.Classrooms around the world are becoming more and more diverse (多种多样的). And that’s a good thing. But with this diversity comes a responsibility to our students. We must provide ways in which they can interact and feel comfortable, despite the language that they do or don’t speak. We must allow students who share the same interests to spend time together—even when they don’t share the same language. By doing this, we immediately place them in their comfort zone. When they work within their strengths, students’ confidence grows.Furthermore, as walls come down, students are more likely to welcome and work together with those whom they may not have noticed before.13. From the first paragraph, we can infer that_____.A. the author arrived at the airport half an hour earlier.B. the author was worried about his son.C. the author’s son could easily entertain himself.D. the author’s daughter was worried about her little brother.14. What happened to the two boys without sharing the same language?A. They played together happily.B. They learned from each other.C. They had difficulty in communicating.D. They made noises in the hotel lobby.15. According to the passage, students who_____.A. share the same language would be friends.B. come from the same place can communicate well.C. have the same interests should spend time together.D. come from different families have different habits.第⼆节 (共5⼩题；每⼩题2分，满分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。

高二英语下学期期中试题（含答案）

高二英语下学期期中试题（含答案）高二英语第二学期期中考试试卷第一部分听力（共两节，满分20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。

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. What will the woman do today?A. Go on a date.B. Visit a museum.C. Make ice cream.2. Why was the man late?A. He didn’t feel well.B. He set off late.C. He got lost.3. What lecture does the man like most?A. Local history.B. Aging brain issues.C. WWI and WWII events.4. What does the woman probably think of working while in college?A. Useful.B. Difficult.C. Unnecessary.5. What are the speakers talking about?A. A rock.B. A movie.C. A spacecraft.第二节听下面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。

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。

听下面一段对话, 回答第6和第7两个小题。

6. Why did the man start Problogger?A. To learn photographing.B. To help other bloggers.C. To make some money.7. What benefit can the man get from his current job?A. Getting e-books for free.B. Teaching his children himself.C. Enjoying flexible working places.听下面一段对话, 回答第8至第10三个小题。

高二下学期英语期中考试真题卷03-(试卷配答案)

寄语：亲爱的小朋友，在学习过程中，的挑战就是逐级攀升的难度。

即使每一级都很陡峭，只要我们一步一个脚印地向上攀登，一层又一层地跨越，最终才能实现学习的目标。

祝愿你在学习中不断进步！相信你一定会成功。

相信你是最棒的！高二下学期期中考试英语真题卷第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）略第二部分阅读（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，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项；并在答随卡上将该选项涂黑。

AA European Union programme is letting blind people experience famous paintings for the first time. It uses three dimensional (3-D)printing to recreate famous paintings so that they can be touched.One painting printed with the new technology is Gustav Klimt's The Kis. It is a popular attraction at the Belvedere Museum in Vienna, Austria. The painting shows a man and a woman standing in a field filed with flowers. They are wearing gold robes and have their arms around each other. The man leans down to kiss the woman.Klimt finished the painting in 1908. Until now. people who have trouble seeing cannot enjoy the artwork. But thanks to the reproduction（复制品）they can touch the piece and feel the ridges（隆起）and depressions（凹陷）. Andreas Reichinger started making 3-Dversions of artwork in 2010. He said this reproduction was his most difficult project because the couple's robes are so detailed（精细的）.Dominika Raditsch is a blind museum visitor. She touched the reproduction. As she moved her hands around it, she said, "Exactly, can you see these? There are so many details. "Raditsch said she can imagine what the original painting looks like when she touches the reproduction. "It's somehow round. You can feel it. It comes with it. And in many places it's so smooth. And then I think to myself it probably shines too!" Raditsch said.The Belvedere is not the only museum to have 3-D versions of its artworks. Some of the pieces at the Prado, in Madrid, Spain, have reproductions that can be touched. But the piece in Vienna has one special part: it is made with widely available 3-D printing technology. That means one day, blind art fans anywhere in the world coulddownload the source files and print the reproductions themselves.1. What is The Kiss?A. A European Union project.B. A popular painting.C. A 3-D technology.D. A famous museum.2. Why did Reichinger say this reproduction was difficult to finish?A. The painting was reproduced detailedly.B. The original artwork was made in 1908.C. Blind art fans can't download the source files.D. The 3-D technology is not available.3. What is the best title for the text?A. A European Union programme for museum visitorsB. How to reproduce the world-famous paintingsC. A special museum for art fans in Vienna, AustriaD. 3-D printing lets the blind experience famous paintingsB"Have you checked the oil in the car?" my father used to say to me, his way of "Hello, hope you are well." Sometimes our phone calls would begin with a question about the oil and end with a question about the oil, with not a lot in between.Fathers have a lot of love to give, but it's often offered by means of practical advice. In my experience: It's mostly about my car. "How's the car running?" "Did you get it serviced?" My car—an old green Toyota Corona bought for $500—was where my father showed his love.Why can't we fathers just say "I love you" or "It's great to see you"? The point is: that's exactly what we are saying. You just have to translate from the language that is Fatherlish. Listen closely enough and the phrase "I love you" can be heard in the slightly longer "I could come around Saturday and repair your chair." The words "You made my life better from the moment you were born" may be hardly heard, but the main meaning is there in the more common "I'll hold the ladder while you get the leaves down from the roof."When I was 17, I went on my first road trip—a friend and I in that old car. My father stood on the corner on a cold morning to say goodbye. "Highways are dangerous," he said, "so don't try overtaking anything faster than a horse and buggy. And take a break every two hours. And every time you stop for gas, you really should check the oil." At the time we thought his speech was pretty funny and would sing "horse-and-buggy" every time I tried to overtake some other speeding cars.Dad's long gone now. But after all these years, I realize that had I owned a copy of the Fatherlish-to-English dictionary, I'd have understood that the speech my friend and I so carelessly laughed at was simply Dad's attempt at love.4. Why did the author's father often ask about the car?A. To show his love for the car.B. To see if there is enough oil.C. To express his care to his son.D. To check the condition of the car.5. Which of the following sentences is an example of Fatherlish?A. I love you deeply.B. It's great to see you.C. You made my life better.D. I can check the oil for you.6. What does the underlined word "overtaking" in Paragraph 4 probably mean?A. Outrunning.B. ApproachingC. Crashing into.D. Knocking over.7. What can be inferred about the author in the last paragraph?A. He wanted to own a dictionary.B. He regrets his childish behavior.C. He is sad about his father's death.D. He realized his father's love then.CSharks may be able to smell blood from miles away, but they probably don't know how red it is. It is likely that they only see the world in black and white according to a study that is the first to look into sharks’ visual systems.A team at the University of Western Australia studied the visual systems of many different species of sharks and what they have found is diversity in eye design that mirrors the ecological and behavioral diversity of the shark species. The team looked at the retinal cells of 17 species of sharks caught from Queensland and Western Australia and found out that the cells are responsible for sharks’ color blindness.According to the study, these animals are color-blind due to the light receptors they have got in their eyes. There are two main types of light-sensitive ceils to allow animals to see: rod cells help measure brightness because they are highly sensitive to light and allow night vision but cannot tell colors apart, while various types of cone cells help distinguish colors. They looked at the structure of sharks' rod and cone cells in the retina. Human eyes come with red, green and blue cone variations, while sharks appear to have just one kind of cone cell.The study suggests that contrast against the background, rather than color itself, might be more important for object detection by sharks. Costumes that camouflage swimmers’ bodies in sea water are less likely to draw a shark’s attention than ones with bright, solid colors that emphasize their outline. “It’s the high contrast against thewater rather than the color itself which is probably attractive to sharks,” said Professor Nathan Hart who led the study.8. What does Paragraph 2 mainly talk about?A. Stressing the importance of the study.B. Showing the features of sharks’ eye design.C. Giving the process and the result of the study.D. Telling the functions of sharks’ visual systems.9. What leads to sharks’ blindness to color according to Paragraph 3?A. Their less sensitive rod cells.B. Their lack of various cone cells.C. Their inability to tell apart colors.D. Their strong sensitivity to brightness.10. What can be inferred in the last paragraph?A. The color plays a key part in sharks' detecting objects.B. You should make your outline stand out in the sea for your safety.C. You should be dressed in bright color to avoid sharks’ attention in the sea.D. Sharks are more interested in sharp contrast against the water rather than your body.11. What’s the writing purpose of the text?A. To challenge a traditional belief.B. To inform us a scientific discovery.C. To amuse us with interesting information.D. To raise our awareness of protecting wild animals.DToday, plastic is used in almost everything, from shopping bags and bottles to chairs and cars. Plastic has conquered the world. But do you know how it was first made?The first man-made plastic was created by Alexander Parkes, who introduced it at the 1862 Great International Exhibition in London. It was called Parkesine, and it was made from plant materials. Once heated, it could be molded, and it held its shape when cooled. Also, it could be made colored or transparent. However, it was too expensive to produce for common use.In the 19th century, billiards（a game played on a cloth-covered table）was so popular that a lot of elephants were being killed for their ivory, which was used to make billiard balls. So, people tried to find a substitute. A U.S. billiard ball company offered a prize of S10, 000 to the person who could design the best substitute for natural ivory. In 1866, JohWesley Hyatt created Celluloid while trying to win the prize. Although he failed to win, Celluloid was later used to make many products, including false teeth, piano keys, and ping pong balls.In 1909, Leo Backeland created Bakelite. Made entirely of artificial materials, it was the first true plastic. It was inexpensive, and it kept its shape when heated. Soon, it was being used in many things, including electrical products and jewelry. Since then, many other plastics have been developed.Today, most plastics are produced from non-natural materials made from petroleum. They are light, flexible, strong. and cheap. Despite all these advantages, there is one problem: plastic waste breaks down slowly and toxic chemicals can leak from it. Therefore, people are trying to develop less harmful plastics.12. How did Parkesine differ from other plastics motioned in the text?A. It was popularly used.B. It was flexible and cheap.C. It could break down quickly.D. It was made from plant materials.13. What can we know from the passage?A. Plastics could be easily got from plants.B. Bakelite could be heated without changing shape.C. Plastics made from petroleum have few advantages. uD. Celluloid was used to make billiard balls in the 19t century.14. What can be mostly talked about following the last paragraph?A. The disadvantages of plastic.B. Different products made from plastic.C. A chemist studying the history of plastic.D. The kind of eco-friendly materials to make plastic.15. What can be the suitable title for the text?A. How to Make PlasticB. The Inventors of PlasticC. From Plant to PetroleumD. New materials to Make Plastic第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5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。

湖南省长沙市长郡中学2023-2024学年高二下学期期中考试英语试题(含答案)

长郡中学2023-2024学年高二下学期期中考试英语时量：120分钟满分：150分第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）略第二部分阅读（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，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。

AFrom December 1st, 2023 to November 30th, 2024, visitors can stay in China for up to 15 days without a visa. Below are several easy steps for planning a first China tour.Decide How Many Days to StayWe suggest you take at least a week for your first trip to see the highlights in the top three cities: Beijing (3–4 days), Xi’an (2 days), and Shanghai (1–2 days).To discover more of China, like charming Guilin and lovely Chengdu pandas, you would need a few more days.Consider When to Travel to ChinaThings to do in Beijing, Xi’an, and Shanghai are seldom affected by the seasons.Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) are generally the most comfortable and recommended times for a China tour. They are neither too hot nor too cold, but fall is generally drier and warmer than spring.A more ideal travel time for you could be March and early April or September when there are smaller crowds, favorable prices, and still good weather.China is a good summer holiday destination too.Consider Your BudgetThe biggest cost could be international airfares. The cost of airfares from the US or Europe to China varies a lot depending on when you fly and which airline you use, from around US$1,200 to US$3,000 for an economy round trip.The biggest price difference between the off and peak seasons is in the price of hotels and airfares. Prices in peak seasons can go up by 50 to 100%.For a private tour, the average cost per day is about US$220–350 per person, including flights/trains within China, 4- or 5-star hotels, lunches, attractions, guides, and private transport.We Believe Private and Tailor-Made Tours Are BestWith our private tours, you would have much more personal choice in how your tour goes. You could have more hand-picked and interactive experiences, like visiting a local family with your own local guide.With private guiding and transport, we would make full use of your time. You could focus on the sightseeing you want to do, skipping what’s not of interest and the long queues in the most crowded attractions.21. If you have a tour in China in winter, which places are suitable for you?A. Beijing and Guilin.B. Xi’an and Chengdu.C. Shanghai and Chengdu.D. Beijing and Xi’an.22. What can we know from the text?A. A visa is needed for a 12-day tour.B. The highest expense is the accommodation fee.C. Travelling in March can save tourists money.D. Prices in peak seasons usually go up by 150%.23. Which of the following is NOT the reason why a tailor-made tour is recommended?A. You have more choices about your route.B. Your time will be maximized.C. You are likely to interact with locals in person.D. You will spend less on the tour.BThree years into my postdoc(博士后), I started to wonder whether I needed a new career plan. After applying for more than two dozen teaching jobs, I hadn’t landed a single interview.I had once considered going to art school but had put that idea to the side when I decided to pursue chemistry as an undergraduate. In the years that followed, I kept up my interest in art by taking painting classes at night. My family was bursting with mathematicians, computer programmers, and engineers, so it felt natural to have my daily life center around science.But in the spring after my failed job search, that started to change after a friend excitedly showed me proofs of a review article. She was astonished by what the journal’s scientific illustrator had done with her fundamental sketches(速写). “That would be such a fun job.” I thought.I decided to test out a new career direction by volunteering to create similar illustrations for my institute’s newsletters. I spent my nights and weekends reading scientific papers and thinking about how to illustrate the results. It was a fun task. I felt I was perhaps on the right path. But could I make a full-time career?Searching online, I tracked down people who had that kind of job. I found many had training through scientific illustration master’s degree programs. After living on graduate student and postdoctoral salaries for years, I didn’t have enough money saved up for the programs, so I decided to get a certificate in digital design.I now work as a visual designer at a biomedical research institute where I spend my days working with research to communicate their work visually. I love the fact that I get to combine my scientific and artistic sides.24. Why did the author attend classes at night?A. To please her family.B. To pass her undergraduate tests.C. To pursue her hobby.D. To complete optional courses in art.25. What effect did the proofs have on the author?A. They shook her belief in science.B. They tested out what she learned in class.C. They gave her inspiration for her scientific paper.D. They motivated her to find a new career direction.26. What prevented the author seeking a scientific illustration master’s degree?A. Her busy schedule.B. Her financial difficulties.C. Her new interest in digital design.D. Her lack of confidence.27. How does the author feel about her current job?A. Pressured.B. Desperate.C. Curious.D. Satisfied.CAdministrators of the Mogao Caves in Dunhuang, Gansu province, are striving to harmonize tourists’ exploration of the site with the need to safeguard murals and artifacts, through innovative measures such as digital presentations.Sandstorms, rainfall and tourist visits constitute the most severe threats to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, said Wang Xiaowei, director of the Dunhuang Grottoes Monitoring Center at the Dunhuang Academy.Since the Mogao Caves opened to the public in 1979, the number of visitors has been growing at an average annual rate of around 20 percent, reaching 2.15 million in 2019 before the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Thisyear, the site is expected to receive a record 3 million visitors.“If you enter the caves during the peak tourism months of July, August and September, you’ll find it hard to breathe,” Wang said. The carbon dioxide and moisture exhaled by visitors accumulate inside the caves and cause damage to the murals, Wang said.To preserve the caves, the duration of visits is limited and sometimes stopped during rain or dust storms. To try and ensure visitors aren’t disappointed when restrictions are in place, the center provides a digital exhibition, he said.Currently, the center is being expanded to cater for an additional 3,000 visitors on top of the existing capacity of 6,000.The Dunhuang Academy began digitally recording and storing images of murals and painted sculptures over 30 years ago. The digitization project has successfully covered over 200 caves, with a dedicated team of 110 experts currently undertaking the work.The Mogao Caves are immovable, and transporting them is impossible, according to Su Bomin, head of the Dunhuang Academy. And he added, “However, with digitization, we can perfectly replicate Dunhuang art and showcase it worldwide, introducing Eastern culture to the world.”In 2016, the Digital Dunhuang repository went live, sharing high-definition images and panoramic tours of the most exquisite 30 caves globally. Currently, visitors from 78 countries have accessed the repository, totaling over 16.8 million visits.Su said Dunhuang can provide diverse cultural exchanges through its cultural relics. “By digitizing these relics, we enable people worldwide to understand Dunhuang’s culture, thereby gaining a deeper appreciation for China’s historical commitment to diverse cultural exchanges — that is, an ethos of inclusivity, mutual learning and a shared future,” he said.28. Which of the following is NOT the reason for providing a digital exhibition?A. The factors related to COVID-19 put the caves in grave danger.B. The increasing number of tourists visiting Dunhuang might harm the caves.C. The authority is aimed to balance tourism and relics conservation.D. The duration of visits is limited and sometimes stopped during rain or dust storms.29. What does the underlined word “replicate” probably mean?A. Copy.B. Safeguard.C. Access.D. Transport.30. What does Su Bomin think of digitization?A. It records and stores images of murals and painted sculptures.B. It shares high definition and panoramic tours of the most exquisite caves.C. It allows for an international exchange of cultures through the relics.D. It enables people to appreciate the lasting beauty of the murals.31. What can be the best title for the text?A. The Significance of the Mural PaintingsB. The Restoration in Mogao CavesC. The Innovation on Mogao Caves’ PreservationD. The Dunhuang Spirit in Chinese CultureDThe road to Mars is long and fraught with peril. One challenge is getting humans to the red planet; another is ensuring that once they’ve arrived, they’ll be able to manage life there.To prepare astronauts for an extended stay on Mars, NASA’s latest simulated mission, CHAPEA — Crew Health and Performance Exploration Analog — will isolate four people inside a mock-Mars base in Texas for 378 days — roughly the time a manned mission to Mars would spend on the surface.Once inside they will adopt a pre-planned schedule taking part in simulated activities and science work, eating like astronauts, and dealing with maintenance and equipment failures, while undergoing strenuous psychological and physiological testing.The first simulation will begin in June, and will be followed by two more, each with a different crew in identical conditions, with the last simulation starting in 2026.“We’ve built a high-accuracy Mars surface mission scenario,” says Scott M. Smith, co-investigator for CHAPEA. The participants will experience a 22-minute delay in external communications, as astronauts would on Mars. Ambient noise will be played through speakers around the base, ensuring no outside sounds can be heard by participants.Aiming for accuracy has resulted in a habitat that could be feasibly built on Mars, Smith adds. The base, called “Mars Dune Alpha”, is a custom design by Bjarke Ingels Group and 3D-printing company ICON, and resides inside a hangar at the Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. Printed in a month from ICON’s concrete formula dubbed “Lavacrete”, on Mars, the idea is to build using Martian soil.“NASA has evaluated a tremendous number of options for off-world habitat construction — repurposed rockets and landers, inflatables, assembled buildings, etc.,” explains ICON CEO Jason Ballard. “They’ve come to believe what we believe: that when you evaluate it from a financial, safety and flexibility standpoint, robotic construction using local materials is far and away the best option.”32. What’s the purpose of NASA’s latest simulated mission?A. To get astronauts to Mars.B. To isolate four people inside a base in Mars.C. To help astronauts to do experiments in Mars.D. To prepare astronauts for managing life in Mars.33. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?A. The last simulation will end in 2026.B. Each stimulation has a different crew in the same conditions.C. The participants can hear outside sounds.D. The participants will do things different from those that astronauts do.34. What’s Smith’s attitude to the simulated mission?A. Indifferent.B. Pessimistic.C. Optimistic.D. Skeptical.35. What is the most commonly used technique in the text?A. Making comparison.B. Giving examples.C. Analyzing causes and effects.D. Listing figures.第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

高二下学期期中考试(英语)试题含答案

高二下学期期中考试（英语）（考试总分：150 分）一、听力（本题共计1小题，总分30分）1.（30分）1. What is the weather like now?A. Rainy.B. Cloudy.C. Sunny.2. Where will the woman meet Sandy?A. At the post office.B. In the park.C. Downtown.3. When will the speakers probably meet again?A. Before the meeting.B. Today.C. Tomorrow.4. Which team is the man’s daughter on?A. The swim team.B. The football team.C. The basketball team.5. What are the speakers mainly talking about?A. A history book.B. An evening class.C. The woman’s company.听第6段材料，回答6、7题。

6. Whose birthday is on Saturday?A. Bill’s.B. Anne’s.C. Mary’s.7. Where will the party be?A. At the woman’s house.B. In a restaurant.C. At a big place outdoors.听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。

8. What does the man think of the woman?A. She is too lazy.B. She has spent too much money recently.C. She does too much window-shopping.9. Who will go shopping with the woman?A. The man.B. Lily.C. Herself alone.听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。

高二下学期期中考试英语试卷含答案(word版)

第二学期期中考试试卷高二英语（满分：150分；考试时间：120分钟）第一节单项选择（1*15）1. He hurried to the station only _______ that the train had left.A. to findB. findingC. foundD. to have found2. The world will be different, and we will have to be prepared to ________ the change.A. adapt toB. adopt toC. apply toD. devote to3. The fire made _____ difficult to rescue the people trapped under the ruins in the earthquake.A. /B. thisC. thatD. it4. Having a walk after supper is certainly good for the old people, but it remains ______ whetherthey will enjoy it.A. to seeB. to be seenC. seeingD. seen5. Energy drinks are not allowed _______ in Australia but are brought in from New Zealand.A. to makeB. to be madeC. to have been madeD. to be making6. Tom was very angry about ________ to Mary’s birthday party.A. not invitingB. being not invitedC. not being invitedD. not to be invited7. Many applicants stood outside the manager’s office, nervously waiting _________ for the job.A. to chooseB. being chosenC. choosingD. to be chosen8. The accident happened on such an evening with strong winds __________ by heavy rain.A. appearedB. happenedC. accompaniedD. mixed9. One of the judges ________ to Gana’s film festival was a famous artist from China, Zhang Ziyi.A. invitedB. to inviteC. had been invitedD. being invited10. Most parents are not __________ the danger of their babies’eating jelly, which causes most unfortunateincidents to happen.A. well aware toB. very aware ofC. aware thatD. well aware of11. While shopping, people sometimes can’t help ________ into buying something they don’t really need.A. to persuadeB. persuadingC. being persuadedD. be persuaded12. I have to go to work by taxi because my car _____ at the garage.A. will be repairedB. is repairedC. is being repairedD. has been repaired13. Having fish at meals regularly can be of great _________ to your heart.A. benefitB. helpC. contributionD. use14. The discovery of new evidence led to ______.A. the thief having caughtB. catch the thiefC. the thief being caughtD. the thief to be caught15. _________ from other continents for millions of years, Australia has many plants and animals not found in any other country in the world.A. Being separatedB. Having separatedC. Having been separatedD. To be separated第二节完型填空（1.5*20）阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C 和D）中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

高二下学期期中考试(英语)试题含答案

高二下学期期中考试（英语）（考试总分：150 分）一、听力（本题共计1小题，总分30分）1．1.（30分）What will the man do?A. Travel abroad.B. Find a job.C. Look after his children.2．What did the woman’s mother take away from her?A. A camera.B. A computer.C. A cellphone.3．When does the mailman usually come?A. By 4:00 p.m.B. By 5:00 p.m.C. After 6:00 p.m.4．What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A. Neighbors.B. Strangers.C. Classmates.5．What will the woman probably do?A. Get ready for the test.B. Stop playing the music.C. Study with the man.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、7题。

6．What kind of coffee is the woman drinking?A. African.B. Colombian.C.Turkish.7．How does the woman feel about the coffee?A. It tastes like ordinary coffee.B. It tastes different from the usual coffee.C. It’s the best coffee she’s ever had.听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。

(完整版)人教版高二下学期英语期中考试(含答案)

高二年级英语学科考试一试题考试时间：120 分钟试卷总分：150 分注意：1、答卷前，考生务势必自己的姓名和考号填写或填涂在答题卷指定的地点。

2、选择题答案用2B 铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑；如需变动，用橡皮擦洁净后，再选涂其余答案；不可以答在试题卷。

上3、主观题一定用黑色笔迹的钢笔或署名笔在答题卷上作答，答案一定写在答题卷各题目指定地区内的相应地点上，高出指定地区的答案无效；如需变动，先划掉原来的答案，而后再写上新的答案。

一、阅读理解（共15 小题；每题 2 分，满分 30 分）ABefore traveling around the world, take some time and find out what sightseeing destinations are. Some of those spots that most guides mention are the following thrilling attractions.Victoria FallsVictoria Falls has always been considered to be an incredible place worth taking pictures of. There are a lot of spots that tourists love. Some of them are very dangerous for people. Yet the brave are ready to overcome their fear for a shot of lifetime.Arctic Cliff FaceA cliff does not make the most comfortable place for camping. Camping on the ground is far safer anyway. Despite all the inconvenience, the new trend is rapidly gaining popularity among climbing enthusiasts and outdoor addicts.Auckland ’ s Sky TowerAuckland ’ s Sky Tower is popular with bungee jumpers. Some celebrities, such as Beyonce, have already tried it, which proves that the place is not only safe but popular as well. The tower is 630 feet tall. At the top of the structure there is an observation deck. Trust us, most of those reading this article would prefer to stay on the ground rather than climb up this scary structure.North Yungas RoadThe Road of Death is the right name given to a road in Bolivia. Hundreds of people die here every year. The major cause of all those accidents is the road. The problem is that it is too narrow and badly maintained while here the traffic is heavier than anywhere else. Nevertheless, it seems like tourists will continue visiting this strange road despite its scary nickname.1.What is Victoria Falls famous for?A.Its narrow and badly maintained roadB.Its dangerous but attractive spots for taking picturesC.Its scary structureD.Its thrilling camping2. North Yungas Road is called“ the Road of Death” because. ________.A. the traffic is the heaviestB. it is built on the edge of the rockC. each year many people lose their lives thereD. there is no necessary protection equipment3. If you like bungee jumping, you can go to ________..A. Victoria FallsB. Arctic Cliff FaceC. Auckland’ s Sky TowerD. North Yungas Road4. What do the four places have in common?A. They are a bit life-threatening.B. They all have beautiful scenery.C. They are popular with climbers.D. They have been visited by celebrities.BHow do young children learn to have good values? How can parents teach their children about the importance of kindness and patience? At a time more and more parents worry about the violent images (暴力形象 ) their children see on TV and on the Internet. So many parents are turning to fairy tales. They want to teach their children how to behave in society by this way.It is believed that fairy tales have a great influence on children because they describe thetwo sides of good and evil ( 险恶 ) very clearly. When children hear the tales, they learn to careabout others ’ feelings. In each tale, they can see that there are many different kinds of peoplein the world and that we all have a choice about what kind of person we want to be. We canchoose to do good actions, rather than bad ones, in our lives.What kind of values can children learn from fairy tales? In The Princess and the Pea ( 《豌豆公主》 ), a poorly dressed girl says she is a princess. Few people believe her, so she is given a difficult test. When she passes the test, we learn that her dream comes true because she stays true to herself. In the Little Mermaid ( 《小佳人鱼》 ), the mermaid, who lives under the sea, wishes to be with the humans on land. Through her experiences, we learn about the importance of living withand accepting other cultures.Teaching values is probably the main reason for encouraging children to read fairy tales.These tales can teach children lessons about human relationships that have been accepted around the world for many centuries. This might be the reason why they have been around for so long and will not disappear any time soon.5.Why do fairy tales have a great influence on children?A.Because fairy tales can teach them how to make a choice.B.Because fairy tales can help them get higher scores at school.C.Because they can learn how to avoid most difficulties in their lives.D.Because good and evil are shown in a way they can easily understand.6. The Little Mermaid may be helpful when children ________.A. are given a difficult testB. make friends with foreignersC. wish to be a princess or princeD. are going to lie to their parents7.The author writes the text mainly to ________.A.introduce some fairy talesB.talk about the history of fairy tales.C.discuss how to improve human relationshipsD.show how fairy tales help children shape valuesCMetro Pocket GuideMetrorail ( 地铁 )Each passenger needs a farecard to enter and go out. Up to two children under age fivemay travel free with a paying customer .Farecard machines are in every station. Bring small bills because there are no change machines in the stations and farecard machines only provide up to $5 in change.Get one day of unlimited Metrorail rides with a One Day Pass. Buy it from a farecard machine in Metro stations. Use it after 9:30 a.m. until closing on weekdays, and all day on weekends and holidays .Hours of serviceOpen: 5a.m. Monday--- Friday7 a.m. Saturday --- SundayClose: midnight Sunday --- Thursday 3 a.m. Friday --- Saturday nightsLast train times vary. To avoid missing the last train, please check the last train times posted in stations.When paying with exact change, the fare is $1.35. When paying with a SmarTrip ? card, the fare is $1.25.Fares for senior/disabled customersSenior citizens 65 and older and disabled customers may ride for half the regular fare. On Metrorail and Metrobus, use a senior/disabled farecard or SmarTrip ? card. For more information about buying senior/disabled farecards, SmarTrip ? cards and passes, please visit MetroOpensDoors. com or call 202-637-7000 and 202-637-8000.Senior citizens and disabled customers can get free guide on how to use proper Metrobus and Metrorall services by calling 202-962-1100.Travel tipsAvoid riding during weekday rush periods --- before 9:30 a.m. and between 4 and 6 p.m.If you lose something on a bus or train or in a station, please call Lost & Found at 202-962-1195.8. What should you know about farecard machines?A. They start selling tickets at 9:30 a.m.B. They are connected to change machines.C. They make change for no more than $5.D. They offer special service to the elderly.9. At what time does Metrorail stop service on Saturday ?A. At midnight.B. At 5 a.m.C. At 7 a.m.D. At 3 a.m.10. What is good about a SmarTrip ? card ?A. It saves money for its user.B. It is convenient for old people .C. It is sold on the Internet.D. It can be bought at any time.11. Which number should you call if you lose something on the Metro?A. 202-637-7000B. 202-637-8000C. 202-962-1100D. 202-962-1195DI work with Volunteers for Wildlife, a rescue and education organization at Bailey Arboretum in Locust Valley. Trying to help injured, displaced or sick creatures can be heartbreaking; survival is never certain. However, when it works, it is simply beautiful.I got a rescue call from a woman in Muttontown. She had found a young owl(猫头鹰) on the ground. When I arrived, I saw a 2-to 3-week-old owl. It had already been placed in a carrier for safety.I examined the chick( 雏鸟 ) and it seemed fine. If I could locate the nest, I might have been able to put it back, but no luck. My next work was to construct a nest and anchor(固定) it in a tree.The homeowner was very helpful. A wire basket was found. I put some pine branches into the basket to make this nest safe and comfortable. I placed the chick in the nest, and it quickly calmed down.Now all that was needed were the parents, but they were absent. I gave the homeowner a recording of the hunger screams of owl chicks. These advertise the presence of chicks to adults; they might also encourage our chick to start calling as well. I gave the owner as muchinformation as possible and headed home to see what news the night might bring.A nervous night to be sure,but sometimes the spirits of nature smile on us all! The homeowner called to say that the parents had responded to the recordings. I drove over and saw the chick in the nest looking healthy and active. And it was accompanied in the nest by the greatest sight of all— LUNCH! The parents had done their duty and would probably continue to do so.12. What is unavoidable in the author’ s rescue work according to paragraph？1A. Getting injured in his work.B. Efforts made in vain.C. Creatures forced out of their homes.D. Feeling uncertain about his future.13. Why was the author called to Muttontown？A.To look at a baby owl.B. To cure a young owl.C. To rescue a woman.D. To take care of a woman.14. What made the chick calm down ？A. Its parents.B. A recording.C.Some food.D. A new nest.15. How would the author feel about the outcome of the event？A.It’ s unexpected.B. It’ s humorous.C. It’ s beautiful.D. It’ s discouraging二、阅读七选五（共 5 小题；每题 2 分，满分 10 分）依据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最正确选项。

高二下学期期中考试(英语)试题含答案

B．A family of parents with 15-year-old twins should pay 75 yuan for the Shanghai museum admission.
C．You will probably be taught to dance if you go to Jack Stein’s.
高二下学期期中考试（英语）
（考试总分：150 分）
一、听力（本题共计1小题，总分30分）
1.（30分）听力
第二部分阅读理解
二、阅读理解（本题共计4小题，总分30分）
2.（6分）A
There are some highlights in April in Shanghai.
Live Music - Late Night Jazz
Place: Sushi Scene in the Shanghai Hotel Dates: all month Price: ￥200
Time: lunchtime TEL: 6690-3211
For a full listing of events, see our website.
21. Suppose you are going to attend an activity at 11:00 p.m. on Saturday, which one can you choose?
B. people shouldn’t draw benefit from trees
C. government must realize the serious results
D. unless trees never be cut down
26. From the passage we learn it is ______ to prevent the forests from slowly disappearing.

高二第二学期期中考试(英语)试卷含答案

2.（1分）I'll never get all the work_________without your help.
A．finishB．finishingC．finishedD．to finish
3.（1分）I think it a great honor_________to this meeting.
In 1870, Mark Twain got married. In the years that followed he wrote many books including Tom Sawyer in 1876, and Huckleberry Finn in 1884, which made him famous, and brought him great fortune.
2．In order to make a living, Mark Twain _______.
A．first worked as a printerB．did many kinds of work
C．wrote stories in the beginningD．joined the army after he worked in a mine
14.（1分）Have you ever dreamed ________ so good a chance for further education ?
A. to haveB. haveC. of havingD. having
15.（1分）They asked the teacher_____________.
A．would changeB．will changeC．can changeD．may change
11.（1分）I have no doubthe will be elected.

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邵阳县第二高级中学2024学年度第二学期期中考试高二英语时量：120分钟满分：150分第二部分阅读（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，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项ACrafternoonSaturday, September 18, 2023, 2:00 PM-3:00 PMEmma Clark Library, 122 Main StreetThe March “Crafternoon” at Emma Clark Library is a hatching bird pop-up craft (雏鸟孵化工艺). Stop by Saturday, September 18 anytime between 2:00 PM-3:00 PM for this free craft! Welcome all children. If you have anyquestions,*********************************.The Flower & Garden ShowJune 3-20, 2023, 8:00 AM-6:00 PMHicks NurseriesGo to Hicks Nurseries in Westbury if your children want to know the hottest ideas and products for gardening. The Flower& Garden Show, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily, beginning on June 3 and running through June 20, offers kinds of activities for children interested in gardening.Super Bowl “Saturday”Sunday, August 8, 2023, 2:00 PM-4:00 PMEmma Clark Library, 122 Main StreetKick off (使开始) the Super Bowl weekend with football-focused activities on Sunday, August 8. Simply drop into the children’s department at Emma Clark Library between the hours of 2:00 PM-4:00 PM. Play games and enter for a chance to win a special prize. Be sure to catch the fun and families with children all ages are welcome.21. Which event provides an email address for the public?A. Rolling River Day Camp Family Day.B. Crafternoon.C. Super Bowl “Saturday”.D. The Flower& Garden Show.22. For those who are interested in growing flowers, when can they join in an activity?A. On September 18.B. On July 21.C. On June 9.D. On August 12.23. Who are the text intended for?A. School teachers.B. Young couples.C. Families with children.D. Teenagers.【答案】21. B 22. C 23. C【解析】【导语】本文是一篇应用文，主要介绍的是四个活动的相关情况。

高二年级第二学期期中考试英语试卷含答案

高二年级第二学期期中考试英语试卷（本试卷分为第Ⅰ卷（选择题）和第Ⅱ卷（非选择题）两部分，共150分。

考试时间120分钟）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. What job does the man do?A.Film-maker.B.Actor.C.Journalist.2.What are the speakers talking about?A.Their school.B.The new room.C.The air in the room.3.When did Louis set the world record?A.In 1999.B.In 1992.C.In 1990.4.When is the man’s birthday?A.April 1st.B.April 2nd.C.April 3rd.5.What is John doing?A.He is listening to wonderful music.B.He is playing a certain instrument.C.He is reading a book .第二节听下面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。

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、7题。

6.Where is Stephen Hawking from?A. Canada.B.The USA.C.England.7.Why didn’t the man go to the lecture?A. Because the speaker was hard to understand.B. Because he was ill and didn’t come to work.C. Because he thought the lecture was not important.听下面一段对话，回答第8至第9题。

高二下学期英语期中考试真题卷01-(试卷配答案)

寄语：亲爱的小朋友，在学习过程中，的挑战就是逐级攀升的难度。

即使每一级都很陡峭，只要我们一步一个脚印地向上攀登，一层又一层地跨越，最终才能实现学习的目标。

祝愿你在学习中不断进步！相信你一定会成功。

相信你是最棒的！高二下学期期中考试英语真题卷第一部分∶阅读理解（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, 从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。

AThe world’s craziest festivalsCrazy festivals all over the world are out there just waiting to be celebrated. Join Cornelia Kumfert on a trip to the most unusual events taking place around the globe.Burning Man FestivalEvery year in Nevada (US) there is artwork and cunosities galore to marvel at when the Black Rock Desert changes into a mammoth art exhibition.In August and September, some 70,00 people come here to celetrate the Burning Man Festival.San Diego Comic ConSurely superheroes don’t queue? Well, at San Diego’s Comic Convention they do. Each July hey open their dos to fans of Superman and other comic figures. More than 100,000 annual visitors have paid homage to their mythical heroes.Crying Baby Festival, TokyoAt the Crying Baby Festival in Tokyo (Japan), sumo wrestlers do what they can to bring babies to tears.Sadists run riot? Certainly not! It’s a 400-year-old tradition based on a Japanese proverb, which says that crying babies grow fastest and parents believe the event brings good health to their children.Palio Contest, SienaFame and honour await the winner of the Palio contest in Siena (Italy).In July and August, ten inhabitants of different districts of the city jockey for first place in a spectacular horse race.The trophy goes to the contestant whose horse crosses the finishing line first—whether he’s still in the saddle or not.1. Which of the festivals offers a view of art?A. Burning Man Festival.B. Palio Contest, Siena.C. Crying Baby Festival, Tokyo.D. San Diego Comic Con. 2. How was the festival in Tokyo founded?A. On the basis of a proverb.B. Based on a phrase.C. According to a story.D. At the request of the public. 3. What can tourists see in Siena of Italy between July and August?A. A burning man show.B. A comedy play. C A horse race.D. A baby-crying show. B Here are some superheroes in the fight against COVID-19 (新冠肺炎). Let's come close tothem and remember them.Zhong Nanshan(1936.10—)He is one of the famous medical scientistsin the 21st century. Dr. ZhongNanshan was the first to tell the public that the virus could be transmittedfrom person to person. He is a good doctor in the countrymen's eyes andrespected by all Chinese people.Li Lanjuan (1947.09—)When COVID-19 broke out, she suggested that Wuhan should be lockeddown immediately to prevent the spread of the disease. She headed for Wuhan and took an active part in the battle. Now, she still receivespatients every day.Wang Yong (1985.12—)As a delivery (快递) driver, he volunteered to support the medical staff inWuhan during the epidemic (疫情). He tried his best to keep life going forthe doctors and nurses. Time magazine has put on its cover, presenting thecourage and hard work of common people.Li Wenliang (1985.10—2020.02)He is the first doctor to warn people how dangerous the virus could be atthe end of last December, so people call him the "whistle-blower (吹哨人). Because of COVID-19, he lost his life on February 7 th, 2020. Peopleacross the country were sad to hear about his death.4．Who is the oldest of the four people?A ．Wang Yong.B ．Zhong Nanshan.C ．Li Lanjuan.D ．Li Wenliang. 5．How many of them are doctors in the passage?A．One. B．Two. C．Three. D．Four.6．When did Li Wenliang warn people the danger of the virus?A．At the end of last December. B．At the beginning of 2019.C．On January 25th, 2020. D．On February 7th, 2020.7．What did Wang Yong do during the epidemic?A．He drew a cover for Time Magazine.B．He was busy with his own business.C．He wrote an article to Time magazine.D．He volunteered to support to the doctors and nurses to keep their life going.CPhotographer Lindsey Villatoro gave one family the most beautiful gif. She organized a fake wedding ceremony so that a terminal（不治的）ill father could walk his Il-year-old daughter down the aisle.Jim Zetz, 62, was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and knew that he wouldn't be around for all the big moments in his daughter Josie's life. So when Villatoro heard about the family's heartbreaking story, she decided to do something special for them."One day you'll wake up and realize you're given the opportunity to change someone's life for the better, "Villatoro wrote in the description of the wedding video. "If you get an idea, don't think twice and run with it. It was an honour doing this for them. "Villatoro first met Zetz and his family when she was invited to take one of their final family photos together. When Zetz's wife mentioned that Josie was upset that her father wouldn't be around for "memories down the line", Villatoro decided to help out.Amazingly, the photographer managed to organize a mini-wedding in the family's backyard within 72 hours! With the help of financial contributions from the local community, she gathered a wedding cake, a dress, flowers, and make-up for the little girl. Friends, family, and even strangers attended the event to show their support."Your dad may not live to see you get married, but he is here to walk you down the aisle today, "Gary Galbraith, the pastor（牧师）, said in the ceremony. "The daddy and daughter relationship is one of the most special relationships in life. "At the ceremony Zetz placed a ring on Josie's finger as the pastor called them "daddy and daughter". Josie's mini-wedding coincided（同时发生）with her 11th birthday. Her mother said, "I knew it would be her last birthday with her dad. If I were Josie, this would be the best gif anyone could give. ""It was a beautiful ceremony, "the neighbour Jennifer Stout said. "It's sad to think of someone so young losing her dad but at least she will have a memory of this event. "8. Why did Villatoro help to organize the wedding ceremony?A. To celebrate Josie's birthday.B. To meet Zetz's demand.C. To comfort the dying father.D. To satisfy Josie's wish.9. From the passage, we can know that ______________A. Josie didn't know about his father's illnessB. Josie was not satisfied with the wedding ceremonyC. the wedding ceremony gained much supportD. Zetz was fighting his illness bravely10. Which of the following words can best describe Villatoro?A. Greedy.B. Skilful.C. Helpful.D. Hard-working.11. What's the main idea of the passage?A. The dying father walked his daughter down the aisle.B. The 11-year-old daughter was sad for losing her father.C. Photographer Lindsey Villatoro filmed an important event.D. Josie spent her last birthday with her dying father.DBlack holes were first put forward by Albert Einstein in 1916. However, scientists had not proved their existence directly. That changed on April 10, 2019, with the release of the first photo of a black hole in the centre of the galaxy（星系）M87, located 55 million light years from Earth.The photo does not show the black hole itself. That's because they are black and so they can't be seen in space. The scientists used radio signals to capture（拍摄）the black hole's "shadow"—the bright ring that forms around its edge, when light bends because of the extreme gravity around the hole.The M87 black hole, believed to have a mass 6. 5 billion times that of our sun, was captured using the Event Horizon Telescope（EHT）——a network of eight powerful telescopes（望远镜）. The telescopes, located in Hawaii, Arizona, Chile, Mexico, Spain and Antarctica, separately captured the black hole's radio signals over four nights in April 2017, when the weather was fine in all six places. This data was transported to a centre where it was dealt with by a supercomputer to form the photo of the black hole's shadow. The researchers say while the photo is slightly blurry, future photos will be clearer as more telescopes are added to the EHT. Black holes are not easy to capture on camera because they are surrounded by thick dusty and hot gases.Black holes are areas in space where the pulling strength of gravity is so powerful that even light is unable to escape. They can be different widely in size and mass. The smallest, called "primordial" black holes are as small as a single atom but with a mass of a big mountain. "Stellar" black holes, which are the most common, have a diameter（直径）of about 10 miles and a mass 20 times that of our sun. The largest or "supermassive" black holes, similar to that of M87's, can have a mass greater than millions, or even billions of suns combined.l2. What can we infer from the first paragraph?A. Einstein's prediction about black holes is right.B. Einstein captured the black hole a century ago.C. Scientists haven't proved black holes' presence.D. The black hole has been known for centuries.13. What did the scientists use to capture the black hole's "shadow"?A. Moon light.B. Natural light.C. Radio signals.D. Sound waves.14. What does the underlined word "blurry" in the third paragraph probably mean?A. Not big.B. Not clear.C. Not new.D. Not attractive.15. What can we know about the M87 black hole?A. It is almost empty.B. It is the smallest one.C. It is very bright.D. It is very large.第二节（共5小题;每小题2. 5分, 满分12. 5分）阅读下面短文, 从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。

（最新）高二下册期中考试英语试题有答案

（最新）⾼⼆下册期中考试英语试题有答案第⼆学期期中考试⾼⼆英语试题本试卷分第I卷（选择题）和第II卷（⾮选择题）两部分。

满分150分。

考试时间120分钟。

第Ⅰ卷第⼀部分听⼒（共两节，满分20分）第⼀节（共5⼩题；每⼩题1分，满分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秒钟的时间回答有关⼩题和阅读下⼀⼩题。

每段对话仅读⼀遍。

1. What kind of poems does the man dislike?A. Realistic poems.B. Romantic poems.C. Humorous poems.2. What is the woman doing?A. Enjoying her music.B. Preparing for a contest.C. Looking for her earphones.3. Where are the speakers?A. In a post office.B. In a hotel.C. In a taxi.4. What time is it now?A. 1010.B.1030.C. 1100.5. What does the woman mean?A. She wants to practice French with the man.B. She will move to the quiet section.C. She won’t do what the man asks.第⼆节（共15⼩题；每⼩题1分，满分15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，各⼩题给出5秒钟的作答时间，每段对话或独⽩读两遍。

高二下学期期中英语试题(含答案)

答卷时应注意事项１、拿到试卷，要认真仔细的先填好自己的考生信息。

２、拿到试卷不要提笔就写，先大致的浏览一遍，有多少大题，每个大题里有几个小题，有什么题型，哪些容易，哪些难，做到心里有底；３、审题，每个题目都要多读几遍，不仅要读大题，还要读小题，不放过每一个字，遇到暂时弄不懂题意的题目，手指点读，多读几遍题目，就能理解题意了；容易混乱的地方也应该多读几遍，比如从小到大，从左到右这样的题；４、每个题目做完了以后，把自己的手从试卷上完全移开，好好的看看有没有被自己的手臂挡住而遗漏的题；试卷第１页和第２页上下衔接的地方一定要注意，仔细看看有没有遗漏的小题；５、中途遇到真的解决不了的难题，注意安排好时间，先把后面会做的做完，再来重新读题，结合平时课堂上所学的知识，解答难题；一定要镇定，不能因此慌了手脚，影响下面的答题；６、卷面要清洁，字迹要清工整，非常重要；７、做完的试卷要检查，这样可以发现刚才可能留下的错误或是可以检查是否有漏题，检查的时候，用手指点读题目，不要管自己的答案，重新分析题意，所有计算题重新计算，判断题重新判断，填空题重新填空，之后把检查的结果与先前做的结果进行对比分析。

亲爱的小朋友，你们好!经过两个月的学习，你们一定有不小的收获吧，用你的自信和智慧，认真答题，相信你一定会闯关成功。

相信你是最棒的！第二学期高二级期中质量检测试题英语第一部分阅读理解（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，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。

AA Summer Horse Camp in Montana and Wyoming for Teen GirlsDates: June 23—July 5, 2021Ages: 14—16 (grades 8, 9 & 10)Tuition: ＄2,955(not including airfare)Start: Bozeman, MontanaEnd: Jackson, WyomingTraversing the Continental Divide, this camp takes place on the borders of Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming, where girls will go whitewater rafting, scenic river floating, hot spring soaking, and will tour both Yellowstone and Teton National Parks.Girls who participate in this adventure will gain knowledge and appreciation with each turn, becoming keepers of the land, and being introduced to skills necessary to work with pack animals in the wilderness. All of this adventure and learning take place in a fun, non-competitive atmosphere, which will make this an adventure to remember.Trip Campsite & FacilitiesEight nights are spent in tents in public “frontcountry” campgrounds where we have pre-assigned campsite with neighbors and campgrounds hosts nearby, running drinkable water, and private outhouses or flushing toilets.Four nights are spent in tents in “backcountry” wilderness areas where we will purify our water before drinking and learn and practice basic Leave No Trace camping skills such as how to select a campsite, how to go to the bathroom, and how to keep clean outdoors. All backcountry campsites in this travel plan have an outhouse available to us.Why choose this tripGirls who love horses but also want to go rafting, standing up paddle boarding, and explore Yellowstone Country will automatically love this camp. From rivers, to lakes, to mountains, Yellowstone Horseback Adventure camp will give girls a variety of outdoor settings in which they can fall in love with the natural world!1. How long will the camp last?A. 8 daysB. 10 daysC. 12 daysD. 13 days2. What does the underlined word “backcountry” refer to?A. An area which lies in the backB. An area which is opposite the frontC. An area which has existed for a long timeD. An area where few people live3. Who is the camp intended for?A. The girls who love riding horses and exploring natureB. The boys who enjoy swimming and outdoor activitiesC. The teens who are fond of experiencing the camps outdoorsD. The people who enjoy riding horses and swimming【答案】1. D 2. D 3. A【解析】【分析】这是一篇应用文。

2023-2024学年广东省深圳市高二英语下学期期中测试题(含答案)

2023-2024学年广东省深圳市高二英语下学期期中测试题（含答案）本试卷共计130分。

考试时间为120分钟。

注意事项:1. 答卷前, 考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号、考试科目用铅笔涂写在答题卡上。

2. 每小题选出答案后, 用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。

如需改动用橡皮擦干净后, 再涂其它答案, 不能答在试题卷上。

3. 考试结束, 监考人员将答题卡收回。

第一部分单项选择（共15 小题, 每小题1分, 满分15分）1. I would be the last to__________ to answer the teacher's question as I did not review my lessons well.A. pretendB. attemptC. associateD. torture2. It has been__________ all over the world that China has made tremendous achievements in economy.A. acknowledgedB. criticizedC. assumedD. overlooked3. Our teacher received further education in a London university, so he speaks English with a strong London__________.A. toneB. pronunciationC. accentD. vocabulary4. The speed limit says that you can drive at a__________ speed of 120km/h on the expressway, beyond which you are likely to be fined.A. maximumB. minimumC. timelessD. critical5. If you already have severe__________ symptoms, then seek help right away.A. desperateB. deliberateC. depressiveD. decent6. They have begun to look seriously into the reasons and__________ the problem.A. appeal toB. react toC. contribute toD. seek solutions to7. All theories__________ practice and in turn service practice.A. originate fromB. date fromC. learn fromD. differ from8. Soon after, young Chinese modern dancers began to __________on the world stage with their unique style.A. emergeB. employC. enhanceD. evaluate9. In his Modernist view, beauty lies in simplicity and__________, and the aim of the designer is to create solutions to problems through the most efficient means.A. motiveB. representativeC. eleganceD. reputation10. My close friend originally took pills to lose weight until she realized that it broughther__________ pain and poor health.A. anything butB. Far fromC. nothing butD. more than11. __________to the discovery of black holes, Stephen Hawking is one of the most__________ scientists who have changed the way human understand the universe.A Devoted; admired B. Devoted; admiringC. Devoting; admiredD. Devoting; admiring12. Mark is a genius. By the time he graduated, he__________ jobs by a dozen computer companies.A. has offeredB. has been offeredC. had offeredD. had been offered13. Critical reasoning, together with problem-solving, __________teenagers to make better decisions.A. prepareB. preparesC. is preparingD. are preparing14. Raising people's awareness is__________ the key to improving the environment lies.A. thatB. whyC. whatD. where15. I will brand my golden stay in Paris on my heart__________ I led a happy and fruitful life.A. whereB. whenC. whileD. which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, 从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。