高二英语上册期终测试卷
2023-2024学年全国高中高二上英语北师大版期中试卷(含解析)
2023-2024学年全国高二上英语期中试卷考试总分：45 分考试时间： 120 分钟学校：__________ 班级：__________ 姓名：__________ 考号：__________注意事项：1．答题前填写好自己的姓名、班级、考号等信息;2．请将答案正确填写在答题卡上;卷II（非选择题）一、完形填空（本题共计 1 小题，共计5分）1.(5分)Angela McQueen had a routine when she's on lunch-monitoring duty. The longtime math teacher at Mattoon High School in Mattoon, Illinois, kept an eye on the hundreds of students in her（1）________ by walking around the school（2）________ when a 14-year-old boy standing not far from her pulled outa（3）________.Oh! He's going to start shooting. She said to herself. School employees had been trained on how to handle（4）________ shooters: Attack their ability to（5）________. So with the shooter's finger on the trigger（扳机）, McQueen lunged at him.（6）________ his arm, she forced the gun shoot intothe（7）________. As the students ran for the（8）________, hearing the sound, McQueen pressed the shooter with help from the school officer, who（9）________ the boy and took him into custody（监禁）（10）________ police arrived minutes later. Afterward, McQueen went outside to（11）________ her shaken students."It's the mama-bear（12）________," she told the local paper, the Pantagraph. "I don't have kids of my own, but these are still 'my' kids. You're not going to do this to my kids."Thanks to McQueen, a story that has（13）________ tragically at far too many schools across the country has a（14）________ ending. "If it hadn't been for her, the situation would have been alot（15）________," Police Chief Jeff Branson said at a news（16）________.As one（17）________ student told CBS News, "Ms. McQueen is a（18）________." According to years of research, school shooters have things（19）________. But what the rest of us haveis（20）________ and bravery.（1）A.controlB.domainC.chargeD.view（2）B.playgroundC.libraryD.cafeteria（3）A.clubB.gunC.knifeD.sheet（4）A.activeB.skepticalC.potentialD.crazy（5）A.triggerB.aimC.decideD.pull（6）A.BlowingB.FindingC.GraspingD.Attacking（7）C.airD.staff（8）A.classroomsB.entrancesC.hallwaysD.exits（9）A.noticedB.disarmedC.discoveredD.caught（10）A.untilB.whenC.unlessD.though（11）rmB.observefortD.call（12）C.attitudeD.purpose（13）A.taken upB.shown offC.given awayD.played out（14）A.happyB.sadC.wonderfulD.spectacular（15）A.difficultB.differentC.controversialD.similar（16）A.expressionB.referenceC.conferenceD.paper（17）B.impressedC.satisfiedD.exhausted（18）A.teacherB.motherdyD.hero（19）A.in commonB.in publicC.in dangerD.in vain（20）A.despairB.hugC.careD.hope二、阅读理解（本题共计 4 小题，每题 5 分，共计20分）2.Tutors wanted: Maths/Science/Humanities+Test PreparationJob posted: Two days agoWage: $27-30 per hourJob type: Part-timeSchedule: Afternoons, evenings, weekdays, weekendsJob description:We're looking for tutors to join us before the next school year starts.Our ideal candidate（候选人）will be able to assist middle and high school students with test preparation and academic work in maths, science and humanities.We'll pay for your training before this fall and can also offer flexible summer tutoring opportunities.Once our fall semester starts on August 21, we'll have even higher demand for tutoring sessions on Sundays from 12 to 8 p.m. as well as from 3 to 9 p.m. Monday—Thursday.What we offer:* Flexible scheduling. Tutors work from 15 to 30 hours per week depending on availability and student demand.* Free Sunday dinners during the academic year.* Health insurance reimbursement（报销）for staff working over 30 hours per week.* We are five minutes' walking distance from the Menlo Park Caltrain Station.Applicants must:* Be able to show mastery of the subject（s）they tutor.* Be willing to tutor students through the full academic year.Application instructions:* Email us your resume.* Tell us why you want to join academic trainers and describe your experience of tutoring students（if you have any）.* Tell us which of the subjects you are able to tutor—maths, science and humanities.（1）Which period of time needs the most tutors during the academic year?A.Sunday afternoons and evenings.B.Weekday mornings.C.Friday afternoons and evenings.D.Saturday and Sunday mornings.（2）A tutor who works more than 30 hours per week can enjoy ________.A.free job training while workingB.free lunches and dinners during the academic yearC.health insurance reimbursementD.a house near Menlo Park Caltrain Station（3）According to the passage, the ideal candidate ________.A.will work every evening throughout the academic yearB.is good at one of the academic subjects mentionedC.has the opportunity to become a full-time tutorD.must have previous tutoring experience3.While the arts can't stop the COVID-19 virus or the social unrest we see in the world today, they can give us insight into the choices we make when moving through crises and chaos. The arts invite everyone to think in new ways.We often experience works of art as something that's pleasing to our senses without a full understanding of the creative effort. Great art often shows us contradictions and crises, and we can learn a great deal from their resolutions（解决）. Through our understanding of art, we can gain a deeper understanding of how we might overcome our own challenges. In understanding extremes of contrast, we can see the beauty in art with themes that are not simply pleasing for their magnificent features or qualities.Beethoven offers a wonderful example of moving artfully through crises and chaos. He composed his Symphony No. 9 as his hearing loss became more and more pronounced. The opening of the symphony seems to come out of nowhere, from near silence in the opening to a full expression of what many consider to be the joy of freedom and universal brotherhood with Schiller's Ode to Joy（欢乐颂）. Beethoven appears to have created a work of art that not only freed him from his personal struggles, but one that also speaks to the joy of living together in peace and harmony.Have a dialogue between the two opposing parts and you will find that they always start out fighting each other until we come to an appreciation of difference—a oneness of the two opposing forces. The arts offer many lessons that can help us gain the knowledge we need to move more confidently in today's competitive and uncertain environment. An openness to arts-based solutions will give you more control over your future.（1）What value does art have beyond pleasing people's senses?A.It brings people inner peace.B.It contributes to problem-solving.C.It reduces the possibility of crises.D.It deepens understanding of music.（2）What can we learn about Beethoven's Symphony No. 9?A.It celebrates freedom and unity.B.It aims to show crises and chaos.C.It opens with Schiller's Ode to Joy.D.It is unfinished due to his hearing loss.（3）What is the author's suggestion on dealing with conflicting forces?A.Leaving things as they are.B.Making a choice between them.C.Separating them from each other.D.Engaging them in a conversation.（4）Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A.How COVID-19 changes artB.Essentials of Symphony No. 9C.Moving artfully through crisesD.Joy in the eyes of BeethovenC.expressD.give opinions publicly（2）How do clams work while protecting city's drinking water?A.They refuse to drink the water when it is contaminated.B.They close their shells when faced with pollutants.C.They remind the computer operator to cut off the water supply.D.They deal with the polluted water immediately.（3）What does the author want to do in the last paragraph?A.To advise people to protect clams.B.To introduce a film about clams.C.To show people how to protect themselves.D.To warn people clams are harmful to mental health.（4）What is the main idea of the passage?A.The importance of clean drinking water.B.The basic ways to fight pollution.C.What we can do to protect clams.D.How clams fight pollution.（1）What is the real purpose of Girls Takeover?A.Asking boys to treat girls equally.B.Guaranteeing girls well-paid jobs.C.Focusing on the rights of girls.D.Promoting girls to be vital leaders.（2）What did Aava stress in her Wednesday's speech?A.Actions for climate change.B.Protection of human rights.C.The inequality in technology.D.The bad results of being poor.（3）Which of the following best describes Aava?A.Generous.B.Ambitious.C.Flexible.D.Creative.（4）What does the underlined word "harassed" in the last paragraph mean?A.Annoyed continually.B.Self-discouraged.C.Confused sometimes.D.Absent-minded.三、书面表达（本题共计 2 小题，每题 5 分，共计10分）6. 假定你是李华，上周参观了一个机器人展览。
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。
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2024-2025学年陕西省渭南市大荔县城郊中学高二上学期期中考试英语试卷It’s no secret that fruit is a smart part of a healthy diet. They are likely to be better for you than any other food. But is all fruit created equal? Let’s find out which fruits are the best if you’re looking to lose weight.Apples are a common favorite. They’re the finest snack: filling, juicy, crunchy (易碎的), and easy to take along. Studies have even shown that eating three apples per day can help with weight loss.There are plenty of ways to eat apples: Chow down on a whole apple, add apple pieces to your meal, throw apple balls into a salad, bake some with your chicken, or cook up a low-calorie dessert.Watermelon is low in calories with high water content. This means you can eat two entire cups of watermelon for less than 100 calories and your stomach will feel like you’ve eaten more because the fruit is more than 90 percent water. This way, you’ll avoid higher-calorie foods and satisfy your sweet tooth.Raspberries (树莓) are small but powerful! These berries are low in calories and even lower when you consider that they’re high in indigestible fiber. Raspberries have the highest fiber content of any fruit (1 cup =8g fiber).Grapefruit (葡萄柚) gives you a lot of help for your calorie avoidance. A middle-size grapefruit has only around 80 calories, and like watermelon, it’s more than 90 percent water. Plus, studies have shown that a compound (化合物) in grapefruit could lower blood sugar and lead to weight loss. So enjoy some grapefruit at every chance — press it into your water, throw some into your salad, or use it like lemon to flavor your food. Keep in mind that eating grapefruit with certain medicals could have harmful influences. If you’re on any pr escription (药方), check with your doctor before adding grapefruit to your diet.1. What is the common character of the fruits mentioned in the text?A．Crunchy. B．High in fiber. C．Low in sugar. D．Low in calories.2. Which fruit might cause side effects?A．Apples. B．Watermelon. C．Raspberries. D．Grapefruit.3. Who is grapefruit most suitable for?A．One who has a sweet tooth. B．One who is weak in digestion.C．One who is high in blood sugar. D．One who is travelling outdoors.Here is a record of the discussion about AI (artificial intelligence) conducted by several scientists:Scientist A: I would say that we are quite a long way off developing the AI, though I do think it will happen within the next thirty or forty years. We will probably remain in control of technology and it will help us solve many of the world’s problems. However, no one really knows what will happen if machines become more intelligent than humans. They may help us, ignore us or destroy us. I tend tobelieve AI will have a positive influence on our future lives, but whether that is true will be partly up to us.Scientist B: I have to admit that the potential consequences of creating something that can match or go beyond human intelligence frighten me. Even now, scientists are teaching computers how to learn on their own. At some point in the near future, their intelligence may well take off and develop at an ever-increasing speed. Human beings evolve biologically very slowly and we would be quickly substituted. In the short term, there is the danger that robots will take over millions of human jobs, creating a large underclass of unemployed people. This could mean large-scale poverty and social unrest. In the long term machines might decide the world would be better without humans.Scientist C: I’m a member of the Campaign to Stop Killer Robots. Forget the movie image of a terrifying Terminator stamping on human skulls and think of what’s happening right now: military machines like drones, gun turrets and sentry robots are already being used to kill with very little human input. The next step will be autonomous “murderbots” following orders but finally deciding who to kill on their own. It seems clear to me that this would be extremely dangerous for humans. We need to be very cautious indeed about what we ask machines to do.4. What is Scientist B worried about?A．AI technology will destroy the earth. B．Robots will take the place of humans.C．Computers can’t think by themselves.D．Humans will be unhappy withoutmachines.5. What does the underlined word “this” in the last paragraph refer to?A．I launched the campaign to Stop Killer Robots.B．We forget the movie image of a terrifying Terminator.C．“Murderbots” will be against humans’ orders.D．“Murderbots” can’t decide by themselves.6. Which statement is CORRECT according to the record?A．The employment will be affected by AI technology in the future.B．Scientist A thinks AI technology will never develop.C．“Murderbots” will follow the orders of their manufacturers in the wars.D．All the three scientists agree that AI technology will benefit human beings.7. Who agree(s) AI has more negative aspects than positive aspects?A．Scientist A. B．Scientists B & C. C．Scientist B. D．Scientists B &A.The cultures of the East and the West are really different from each other a lot. This is because the culture systems are two separate ones on the whole.The origin (起源) of the Eastern culture is mainly from two countries: China and India. Both of the two cultures are developed by rivers — the Yellow River in China and the Hindu River in India. They helped the two cultures develop for centuries and form their own styles.When the two mother rivers gave birth to the Eastern culture, another famous culture was up on the Mesopotamian Plain (美索不达米亚平原) — the Mesopotamian Civilization. This civilization later on developed into the cultures of Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome. And these two are well-known as the base of the European culture. Like the Chinese culture, the European culture also crossed waters. When the British settled down in America, their culture went with them over the Atlantic Ocean. So the American culture doesn’t have much difference from the European culture.At the same time, some other differences add to the cultural differences. Take the language system for example. In the East, most languages belong to the pictographic (象形) language while the western languages are mostly based on the Latin system. Other causes like human race (种族) differences count as well. But what’s more, due to the far distance and the steep areas between the East and the west, the two cultures seldom communicate until recent centuries. So they grew up totally in their own ways with almost no interference (干扰) from the other.The differences are everywhere. Th ey are obvious and make people’s ways of thinking and their views of the world different. But different cultures make the world of 21st century more colorful. The cultural difference should not be the obstacle (障碍) to the civilization of human being. It ought to be the driving force of our going farther.8. What is the text mainly about?A．The origin of cultures. B．Culture differences.C．Language systems. D．Colorful world.9. Why is the American culture similar to the European culture?A．Both of the two cultures have a very long history.B．They have the same mother rivers as the Chinese culture.C．The early settlers from Britain brought their culture to America.D．Both the British and the American live along the coast of the Atlantic Ocean.10. What t he author’s attitude to the differences between the East and the West?A．Cautious B．Positive C．Neutral D．Critical11. Where is the passage most likely from?A．A diary. B．A magazine. C．A novel. D．A guidebook. Imagine being able to go to your local park and pick some tomatoes, potatoes or even bananas to take home for dinner. Sounds too good to be true, right? For residents of Andernach, a German city, it’s not just a Utopian dream —it’s their reality. In 2010, Andernach began its “edible city” project, planting 101 varieties of tomatoes in public green spaces around the city centre. Its 30,000 residents are free to help themselves to whatever grows, as are any other visitors. Every year a new type ofplant is introduced. In 2011, 100 types of beans were planted, while 2012 saw the introduction of 20 onion varieties. The town’s motto (座右铭) is, “Picking is encouraged —help yourself!”It’s a community effort, as local citizens are encouraged to help plant and maintain the gardens. This offers an opportunity to socialize as well as to learn about planting, cultivating and harvesting food. “I often drop by to pick some herbs that I’m missing at home. Everything is easily accessible. There aren’t any fences. You just take what you need. The only thing is you ha ve to be quick once the fruits are ripe or they’ll all be gone!” said a local historian.Andernach may be the first, but it isn’t the only edible city. It’s part of the Edible Cities Network, an EU-funded project connecting green urban food initiatives (倡议) around the world. Other edible cities include Carthage in Tunisia, Havana in Cuba and Šempeter-Vrtojba in Slovenia. In February 2022, the first Edible Cities Network Conference took place. Dr. Ina Säumel, Principal Investigator of the Edible Cities Netwo rk, called it, “a unique opportunity to invite researchers and practitioners (从业人员) of Edible City Solutions to the same table and unite theory with practice”.Ultimately, the Edible Cities Network aims to create “greener, more edible and, above all, more livable cities”. It is a response to the pressures of climate change, and a cause for hope.12. What is paragraph 1 mainly about?A．The process of Andernach’s growth.B．The green food project in Andernach.C．Methods of planting vegetables in Europe.D．T he popularity of Andernach’s city design.13. What is the attitude of the local historian mentioned in paragraph 2 towards the project?A．Doubtful. B．Indifferent.C．Positive. D．Negative.14. What can be inferred from paragraph 3?A．Green urban food has drawn more attention.B．German rural areas will follow the trend too.C．Asia will join the Edible Cities Network soon.D．Edible cities hold meetings on a regular base.15. Which of the following could be the best title for the text?A．Start a Green Food Campaign NowB．Gain Easy Access to German FoodC．Quick Response to Climate ChangeD．An Incredible “Edible City” InitiativeHow to Read Candidates’ Body Language in an InterviewBody language matters, especially in interviews. 16 Our posture, gestures, movements or facial expressions can shape our reputations. Learning to read body language is about understanding candidates’ motives.Reading body language during interviews can provide valuable insights into a candidate’s personality. 17 Here are some common interview body language signals that you can learn to read.Observe extreme behaviour. A candidate’s harmless action doesn’t mean they won’t fit in well at your company. But be careful about extreme behaviours, like a person constantly checking their phone.18 You can read people’s body language by observing changes in their movements or posture. Imagine, for example, that a candidate suddenly starts tapping their foot. Maybe they feel the interview is taking too long. Or per haps they’re facing an uncomfortable question.Connect the dots. 19 For example, people may cross their arms when they’re cold. But, when you see a candidate crossing their arms, crossing their legs and balling their fists at the same time, prepare yourself for an aggressive (咄咄逼人的) answer.Candidate experience greatly depends on an interviewer’s body language. Positive body language can make candidates relax and open up. Negative body language can spark (引发) defensive and reserved reactions. 20People come into your life for a reason, a season (一段时间) or a lifetime. When you _______ which one it is, you will know _______ what to do for each person.When someone is in your life for a reason, it is usually to meet a need you have expressed. They have come to assist you through a difficulty, to _______ you with guidance and support, to_______ you physically, emotionally or spiritually. They are there for the _______ you need them to be. Then, without any wrongdoing (不正当行为) on your part, or at any inconvenient time, they will say or do something to bring the relationship to a (an) _______. Sometimes they die, sometimes they walk away, and sometimes they act up and force you to take a stand. What you must _______ is that your need has been met, and your desire _______. When their work is done, it’s time to move on.When people come into your life for a _______, it is because your turn has come to share, grow or learn. They bring you an experience of peace or make you ________. They may teach you something you have never done. They usually give you an unbelievable amount of joy. ________ it! It is real! But only for a season.Lifetime relationships teach you lifetime ________; those things you must build upon in order to have a ________ emotional foundation. Your job is to ________ the lesson, love the person, and put what you have learned to use in all other ________ and areas of your life. It is said that love is blind but friendship is sensible (明智的).In a word, thank you for being part of my life, whether you were here for a reason, a season, or a lifetime.21.A．come out B．figure out C．break out D．turn out22.A．partly B．firmly C．frequently D．exactly23.A．state B．instruct C．provide D．bother24.A．help B．show C．lead D．take25.A．good B．delight C．benefit D．reason26.A．order B．action C．end D．start27.A．realize B．try C．tolerate D．forget28.A．shared B．fulfilled C．followed D．protected29.A．reason B．moment C．season D．lifetime30.A．happy B．sad C．careful D．nervous31.A．Forget B．Taste C．Connect D．Believe32.A．notes B．sights C．lessons D．meanings33.A．solid B．soft C．new D．rapid34.A．reject B．teach C．accept D．refuse35.A．difficulties B．professions C．works D．relationships阅读下面材料，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
江苏省宿迁青华中学2024-2025学年高二上学期期中考试英语B卷
江苏省宿迁青华中学2024-2025学年高二上学期期中考试英语B卷一、听力选择题1．What did Karen do last night?A．She stayed at home.B．She went to a party.C．She saw a movie. 2．What is the probable relationship between Mary and the woman?A．Strangers.B．Former schoolmates.C．Employer and employee. 3．When will the woman probably go to Chicago?A．Today.B．Tomorrow.C．The day after tomorrow. 4．Where are the speakers?A．At a store.B．At the airport.C．At the post office. 5．What are the speakers talking about?A．A kind of food.B．A history lesson.C．An ancient dynasty.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6．What does the woman want Peter to do?A．Drive her to the airport.B．Help her with the bag.C．Call a taxi for her.7．At what time will the woman’s flight take off?A．2:00 pm.B．3:00 pm.C．4:00 pm.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8．How did the speakers feel about visiting the park?A．Tired.B．Happy.C．Disappointed.9．What does Amy plan to do tomorrow?A．Study for an exam.B．Attend a party.C．Go to the movies. 10．What kind of movie will the speakers watch?A．A romantic movie.B．A comedy.C．A horror movie.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
浙江省杭州市第二中学2024-2025学年高二上学期期中考试英语试卷 Word版无答案
杭州二中2024学年第一学期高二年级期中考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Ⅰ卷选择题（共95分）第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。
录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题纸上。
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。
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 speakers probably do next?A. Cook at home.B. Explore a street.C. Eat out.2. Which desk is the man going to buy?A. The one with two drawers.B. The one with three drawers.C. The one with two pen holders.3. How does the woman describe her move?A. Stressful.B. Smooth.C. Unexpected.4. Where are the speakers?A. In a bank.B. In a bookstore.C. In a post office.5. What are the speakers discussing?A. A course.B. An instrument.C. A sport.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。
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。
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（分数：120分，时间：100分钟）第二部分阅读（共两节，满分50分）第一节（共15小题：每小题1.5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 Maldives guarantees the whitest sand beaches and an unforgettable underwater world. Here are places that you can visit here.Patina Maldives, Fari IslandsThe Fari Islands sit in the northeast of the North Male Atoll, a 45-minute speed boat ride or a 15-minute seaplane flight from Elana International Airport.Unlike most of the other places on this list, Patina recently opened so you can check in right n ow if you’re in need of an urgent escape.Avani+ Fares Maldives ResortJust a 30-minute seaplane ride from Velana International Airport, the Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort sits on an island surrounded by a lagoon in the west of the resort.Unique and remarkable biodiversity can be found in its coral reefs, sea grass beds and mangroves. Watch out for hawksbill turtles, rays and friendly reef sharks.Villa HavenIf you’re a deep-sea diver, this place will provide a luxurious base as you explore the resort’s man y experiences.Their botanical gardens produce coconuts, tropical fruits, vegetables and herbs that will all be served up in Villa Haven’s restaurants, while sustainable local materials are also being used in the construction of the resort.Conrad Maldives RangaliThe twin-island property boasts some firsts including the world’s first ever undersea restaurant and first underwater bedroom.To mark the resort’s anniversary, 50 over-water villas have been revitalized, as have three restaurants and bars. Brand new additions include an adults-only gym, Majaa Explorers Hub and restaurants and the Furaavaru Teens Club.1．If you are interested in sea animals like turtles, which place can you visit?A．Villa Haven. B．Conrad Maldives Rangali.C．Patina Maldives, Fari Islands. D．Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort.2．What can you do in Villa Haven?A．Have dinner in the undersea restaurant. B．Admire the botanical gardens.C．Go on a speed boat tour. D．Work out in the gym.3．What can we know from the passage?A．Both snorkeling and scuba diving are available in Villa Haven.B．The Fari Islands are a 15-minute seaplane flight from the mainland.C．Conrad Maldives Rangali is equipped with the undersea restaurant.D．Sustainable materials are used in the building of Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort.BLast year, Abraham Olagbegi got the news that he got a disease and needed a bone marrow transplant (骨髓移植). About a year later, the 13-year-old boy got much better news: His transplant was successful, and he could join Make-A-Wish, an organization that helps fulfill (完成) wishes of children with serious illnesses.That was when Abraham shared an idea with his mom. “I remember when we were coming home after seeing his doctor, he said, ‘Mom, I thought about it, and I really want to feed the homeless,’ ” said Abraham’s mom, Miriam Olagbegi. “I said, ‘Are you sure, Abraham? You could do a lot... You’re sure you don’t want to play video games?’ ”However, Abraham was uninterested in the PlayStation. Instead, in September, Make-A-Wish helped Abraham organize a day to hand out free food in Jackson, Mississippi —the food and supplies were donated by local businesses. They were able to feed around 80 people that day.“When the homeless people get the plate, some of them would come back and sing to us and thank us,” he said. “And it just really feels good. It warms our hearts. My parents always taught us that it’s a blessing (好事) to be a blessing.”Abraham’s efforts are not over just yet — Make-A-Wish will help Abraham feed the homeless on the third Saturday of every month for a year. This will last through Aug. 2022, but Abraham already plans to keep it going much lo nger than that by starting the organization “Abraham’s Table”.“We’re just very excited to be able to continue on this attempt,” Abraham’s mom said.“If I was out there on the streets, I would want somebody to think of me and to do something special for me. So, that’s what I try to teach my kids and we just try to pay it forward, by doing what we were raised to do.”4．Why did Abraham’s mom ask him the questions in paragraph 2?A．She noticed his hesitation. B．She was worried about his illness.C．She doubted whether he was serious. D．She hoped he could give up his old habit. 5．What do Abraham’s words in paragraph 4 show?A．He is happy to help others. B．He realized his mom was right.C．He is thankful for others’support.D．He felt sure he had fully recovered.6．What is Abraham’s plan?A．To volunteer for charities as usual.B．To start a restaurant for the homeless.C．To continue giving the homeless food.D．To find public support for “Abraham’s Table”.7．Which of the following can best describe Abraham’s mom?A．Fearless and humorous. B．Strong-willed and calm.C．Hard-working and independent. D．Understanding and responsible.CWhen I first heard about Summit Learning, I admitted I was not a bit happy and excited at all. I thought it would require interactions with others. But later, I was astonished when I got to experience it firsthand.Recently, we did a poetry project, and one of the activities was a peer (同龄人) review. I would never have taken part if it was up to me, as I preferred to work independently. But when I got involved, I found in the experience, I had done something that I thought was nearly impossible it made my poetry better. My partner informed me of my mistakes and told me where I could give more detail.One of our final products of the project was to present our poetry to the class. I’ve always loved public speaking, but I thought with Summit Learning, I would have fewer chances to speak.I was wrong. The peer activities we did with a partner gave me more belief in my ability and inspired me to do more to make my presentation the best it could possibly be.Interactions like these are what Summit Learning is all about. This style of learning brings a positive and hard-working culture that allows us to push our boundaries and keep going. It creates a sense of community since we are all working towards a similar goal.As an active boy, I have always been ahead and advanced, but in a normal classroom, there are restrictions on what I can do. With Summit Learning, I can go beyond expectations in projects or move ahead in learning new content when I’m ready. I have ownership of my work and pursue my goals.Summit Learning has showed me how much people can grow and change. It has helped me see people and myself differently. It has been one of the greatest experiences of my life, and I cannot see myself going back to a normal classroom.8．What was the author’s initial respo nse to Summit Learning?A．He was unwilling to attend it. B．He was excited to take part in it.C．He was astonished to hear about it. D．He was unhappy to withdraw from it.9．How did the poetry project benefit the author?A．It boosted his confidence. B．It developed his sense of humor.C．It reminded him to be independent. D．It taught him how to organize activities. 10．What can be inferred about Summit Learning?A．It proves the limits of one’s abilities.B．It teaches poetry in a normal classroom.C．It transforms the traditional way of learning. D．It promotes diversity of classroom objectives.11．How does the author find Summit Learning now?A．Demanding. B．Admirable. C．Upsetting. D．Conventional.DMouse embryos (胚胎) have been cultured (培养) on the International Space Station (ISS), marking a significant step in understanding reproduction in space. Led by Teruhiko Wakayama from the University of Yamanashi in Japan, this experiment studied the possible safety of human pregnancy (怀孕) during long space journeys, such as a trip to Mars that lasts more than six months. Wakayama emphasized the importance of this research, saying, “We are conducting research to ensure we will be able to safely have children if that time comes.”The experiment began on Earth, where early two-cell stage embryos from pregnant mice weretaken out, frozen, and sent to the ISS on a SpaceX rocket. Astronauts on the ISS then warmed up and cultured the embryos for four days using devices specially designed for this task. Afterward, the embryos were kept and returned to Earth. The four-day growth period was chosen as embryos can only survive for this length outside a uterus, according to Wakayama.Upon their return, the embryos were examined to check the impact of space’s unique conditions, such as higher radiation (辐射) levels and microgravity (微重力). The results were promising; the embryos showed no DNA damage from radiation and showed normal structural development, including the crucial change into two cell groups necessary for forming the fetus and placenta. Wakayama found these results significant, as it was previously believed that microgravity might prevent the embryo’s ability to separate into these separate cell types.While these findings are promising, further research is needed to fully understand space reproduction. Wakayama referred to a previous study involving pregnant rats in space, which resulted in the birth of typical-weight rats, suggesting normal development. The team now aims to further study the health of embryos exposed to space conditions and plans to test whether mouse embryos sent to the ISS can develop into healthy young after returning to Earth.12．What was the main purpose of sending mouse embryos to the ISS?A．To test the possibility of embryos in space.B．To study the effects of radiation on DNA．C．To culture embryos using specific devices.D．To observe the growth of pregnant mice.13．The mouse embryos showedafter being cultured on the ISS.A．DNA damage from radiation B．failed separation into cell groupsC．adjustment to microgravity D．normal growth14．Why does the passage mention a previous rat study in paragraph 4?A．To provide supporting evidence for the resultsB．To describe the conditions for raising ratsC．To recommend a new research methodD．To introduce an unsuccessful experiment15．What can be a suitable title for the text?A．Space Mice: A Genetic RevolutionB．Pregnancy in Space: A Mouse Embryo StudyC．Mars Trip: Embryo ChallengesD．Mouse Embryos: Freezing Techniques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。
2024-2025学年上外版高二上学期期中英语试卷与参考答案
2024-2025学年上外版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 does the man suggest the woman do?•[A] Take a taxi.•[B] Go to the airport earlier.•[C] Ask for help from a friend.•[D] Check the flight schedule online.Listen to the audio clip…Answer: [A] Take a taxi.Explanation:In the conversation, the man suggests that taking a taxi would be the quickest way to get to the airport on time given the current traffic conditions and the fact that her flight is leaving soon. He believes it’s more reliable than waiting for a bus or asking someone for a ride at such short notice.2、Where are the speakers most likely?•[A] In a library.•[B] In a restaurant.•[C] In a classroom.•[D] In a bookstore.Listen to the audio clip…Answer: [B] In a restaurant.Explanation:The speakers are discussing the menu and their food preferences, which indicates they are in a place where meals are served. One speaker mentions trying the new dish that has been highly recommended by the chef, and the other one agrees and talks about ordering drinks, which are typical behaviors of people dining out. Therefore, the context clearly points to them being in a restaurant.3.You hear a conversation between two students discussing their study plan for the upcoming midterm exams.A. The students are preparing for the English midterm exam.B. They are planning to study together in the library.C. They are trying to find a quiet place to study.D. They are discussing their favorite subjects.Answer: BExplanation: In the conversation, the students mention that they are both going to the library to study together, which indicates they are planning to study together in the library.4.You hear a dialogue between a teacher and a student about the student’s performance in a recent test.A. The student is worried about his low score in the test.B. The teacher is impressed with the student’s improvement.C. The teacher is suggesting the student to work harder.D. The student is confident about his performance in the test.Answer: AExplanation: The teacher’s tone and comments suggest concern for the student’s performance, and the student expresses worry about his low score in the test, indicating that the student is worried about his low score.5、What time does the library close on Saturdays?A. At 4:30 p.m.B. At 5:00 p.m.C. At 5:30 p.m.Answer: C. At 5:30 p.m.Explanation: In the dialogue, the librarian mentioned that on Saturdays the closing time is half an hour later than on weekdays, which means it closes at 5:30 p.m. rather than the usual weekday closing time of 5:00 p.m.二、听力第二节（本大题有15小题，每小题1.5分，共22.5分）1、Question: What does the man say about his vacation plans?A) He plans to go to Paris for the summer.B) He’s going to take a short trip during the winter break.C) He will spend his vacation in the countryside.Answer: CExplanation: In the conversation, the man mentions, “I’m thinking of spending my vacation in the countryside, maybe by the lake,” which indicates that he plans to spend his vacation in the countryside.2、Question: Why is the woman hesitant to accept the invitation?A) She is already planning a trip with her friends.B) She doesn’t have enough time to prepare for the trip.C) She is worried about the weather forecast for the weekend.Answer: BExplanation: The wo man says, “I was actually planning to go away with some friends this weekend, so I might not be able to make it,” which implies that she is hesitant to accept the invitation because she is already planning a trip with her friends.3、Questions 3 to 5 are based on the passage you have just heard.3、What is the main topic of the passage?A. The history of the InternetB. The impact of social media on communicationC. The development of smartphonesD. The role of technology in educationAnswer: BExplanation: The passage discussed how social media has changed the way people communicate and interact with one another, making option B the correct choice.4、According to the passage, what has been one of the effects of social mediaon society?A. It has made people less social in real life.B. It has increased the speed at which news travels.C. It has decreased the amount of information available.D. It has reduced the quality of education.Answer: BExplanation: The passage mentioned that one effect of social media is that it allows news and information to spread much faster than before, thus the correct answer is B.5.W: Excuse me, do you know where I can find the nearest post office around here?M: Oh, it’s not too far from here. Just walk straight down this street, and you’ll see it on your left after about two blocks.Question: What is the woman looking for?A. A restaurantB. A post officeC. A hotelD. A bookstoreAnswer: BExplanation: The woman is asking where the nearest post office is, which is indicated by the man’s response.6.M: I heard you’re planning a trip to Japan next summer. Are you excited?W: Absolutely! I’ve always wanted to visit Japan. I’m particularly inter ested in their traditional culture and cuisine.Question: What is the woman looking forward to?A. Visiting a restaurantB. Learning about Japanese cultureC. Traveling to a beachD. Shopping for souvenirsAnswer: BExplanation: The woman expresses her excitement about visiting Japan and mentions her interest in their traditional culture, which aligns with optionB.7、You will hear a conversation between two students discussing their weekend plans. Listen and answer the following question.Question: What activity do both students agree to do together?A. Go shoppingB. Watch a movieC. Visit a museumD. Go for a hikeAnswer: B. Watch a movieExplanation: In the conversation, the students mention that they both have free time on Saturday and agree to watch a movie together, which is why the answer is B.8、You will hear a short lecture about the importance of exercise. Listen and answer the following question.Question: According to the lecture, which of the following is a benefit of regular exercise?A. Improved concentrationB. Increased stress levelsC. Decreased immune system functionD. Higher risk of injuryAnswer: A. Improved concentrationExplanation: The lecture emphasizes that regular exercise can lead to better concentration and cognitive function, making A the correct answer. The other options are incorrect because they are not benefits mentioned in the lecture.9.W: I’m sorry, but I can’t find my wallet. Do you have any idea where it might be?M: Why don’t you check your backpack? Sometimes people pu t their wallets there without realizing it.Q: Where does the man suggest the woman look for her wallet?A: In her backpack.B: In her pocket.C: At the front desk.D: At the lost and found.Answer: AExplanation: The man suggests that the woman check her backpack, implying that her wallet might be there.10.W: Have you heard about the new restaurant that opened up on Main Street?I heard it serves the best Italian food in town.M: Yes, I’ve heard good things about it too. I’m actually planning to go there for dinner tonight. Would you like to join me?Q: What does the man plan to do tonight?A: Go to the movies.B: Have dinner at the new Italian restaurant.C: Go to the gym.D: Attend a concert.Answer: BExplanation: The man mentions that he is planning to go to the new Italian restaurant for dinner, indicating his intention.11.You will hear a conversation between two students, discussing their weekend plans. Listen carefully and choose the best answer to each question.A)They are planning to go hiking.B)They are planning to go to a movie.C)They are planning to go shopping.D)They are planning to go to a concert.Answer: BExplanation: The conversation mentions that they are both free on Saturday and they are thinking of going to a movie together.11.Q: What are the speakers planning to do this weekend?A: Go hiking.B: Go to a movie.C: Go shopping.D: Go to a concert.12.You will hear a conversation between a student and a teacher, discussing an upcoming assignment. Listen carefully and choose the best answer to each question.A)The assignment is due in two weeks.B)The assignment is due in one week.C)The assignment is due in three weeks.D)The assignment is due in four weeks.Answer: BExplanation: The teacher says, “You have one week to complete the assignment, so make sure to start working on it as soon as possible.”12.Q: When is the assignment due?A: In two weeks.B: In one week.C: In three weeks.D: In four weeks.解析：根据老师的话，作业在一周内提交，所以答案是B。
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。
2024_2025学年高二英语上学期期中测试卷01含解析牛津译林版
2024-2025学年高二英语上学期期中测试卷01第I卷（选择题）第一部分：阅读理解（共两节，满分30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。
ADarrell Blatchley，a marine biologist and environmentalist based in the Philippine city of Davao，received a call from the Philippine，Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources(渔业与水产资源局) early Friday morning reporting a death of a young whale.When the necropsy(尸检) was performed，Blatchley told NPR，he was not prepared for the amount of plastic they found in the whale’s stomach.“It was full of plast ic nothing but nonstop plastic，” he said.“It was filled to the point that its stomach was as hard as a baseball. That means that this animal has been suffering not for days or weeks but for months or even a year or more，” Blatchley added.Blatchley is the founder and owner of the D’Bone Collector Museum，a natural history museum in Davao. In the coming days，the museum will display all the items found in the whale’s system. Blatchley and his team work with the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources and other organizations to assist in rescue and recovery of marine animals.“Within the last 10 years，we have recovered 61 whales and dolphins just within the Davao Gulf，” he said.“Of them,57 have died due to man whether they took plastic or fishing nets or other waste，or gotten caught in pollution—and four were pregnant.”Blatchley said he hoped that the latest incident would launch the issue of plastic pollution in the Philippines and across the globe. “If we keep going this way，it will be more uncommon to see an animal die of natural causes than it is to see an animal die of plastic，” he said.1．What can be inferred from the second paragraph?A．The whale was starved to death.B．Blatchley was shocked at what he found.C．The dead whale must have swallowed a baseball.D．Blatchley didn’t make preparations for the necropsy.2．What will be shown in the D’Bone Collector Museum?A．Waste collected from the ocean.B．The whole system of the whale.C．Things found in the whale’s body.D．Many different tools of whaling.3．What is the best title for the text?A．A Whale Found Dead of PlasticB．Stand Up for Protecting WhalesC．Plastic Threatening Our ExistenceD．Natural Death or Merciless Murder【文章大意】这是一篇新闻报道。
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。
湖南省郴州市2023-2024学年高二上学期期中考试英语试卷(含答案)
湖南省郴州市2023-2024学年高二上学期期中考试英语试卷姓名：__________ 班级：__________考号：__________佳选项。
（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）阅读理解Books to Read in Your 20sThe Kite Runner By Khaled HosseiniAs a Middle Eastern and North African Studies student, I have a great interest in books about what takes place in this area. I first read this book in high school and really enjoyed it because of its accurate language. If any of you is interested in reading this book and hasn't yet, I highly recommend it.Fire fly Lane By Kristin HannahThis is my favorite book. It is a story about friendship, love and life lessons. The story covers the lives of two best friends, Tully and Kate, from childhood to adulthood. I learned so much about friendship and life. So, read Firefly Lane! You'll laugh, you'll cry, and then you'll share this book to your best friend.Half the Sky By Nicholas KristofFor any person of any age, Half the Sky is a must-read. It describes the struggle of women and the most pressing human rights problems of our time: the common oppression of women and girls.The Little Prince By Antoine de SaintThis children's book is simple. It might seem like a wrong book to recommend to someone in their twenties, but perhaps that's what makes it a good choice. It sings praises to exploration and shows the importance of making friends. 1．Who is the writer of the book The Kite Runner?A．Khaled Hosseini.B．Kristin Hannah.C．Nicholas Kristof.D．Antoine de Saint.2．What can we learn about the book Firefly Lane?A．It's written by Tully and Kate.B．It talks about friendship and life.C．It's a simple book for children.D．It's a comic book with humorous writing.3．Which book will you read if you want to know about human rights problems?A．The Kite Runner.B．Firefly Lane.C．Half the Sky.D．The Little Prince.阅读理解There is an English saying that "Laughter(笑) is the best medicine." Until recently, few people took the saying seriously. Now however, doctors have begun to look into laughter and the effects it has on the human body. They have found that laughter can really improve people's health.Tests were carried out to study the effects of laughter on the body. People watched funny films while doctors checked their hearts, blood pressure, breathing and muscles. It was found that laughter has similar effects to physical exercise. It increases blood pressure, makes the heart beat quicker and makes people breathe deeper; it also works on several groups of muscles in the face, the stomach, and even the feet. If laughter exercises the body, it must be beneficial.Other tests have shown that laughter appears to be able to reduce the effects of pain on the body. In one experiment doctors produced pain in groups of students who listened to different radio programs. The group that tolerated（忍耐）the pain for the longest time was the group which listened to a funny program. The reason why laughter can reduce pain seems to be that it helps to produce a kind of chemical in the brain which diminishes both stress and pain.As a result of these discoveries, some doctors in the United States now hold laughter clinics, in which they help to improve their patients' condition by encouraging them to laugh. They have found that even if their patients do not really feel like laughing, making them smile is enough to produce beneficial effects similar to those caused by laughter. 4．According to the passage, which of the following statements is WRONG?A．Laughter is good for healthB．Laughter can make you become old quicklyC．Laughter helps to reduce pain.D．Laughter, just like physical exercise, is good for our body.5．The underlined word "diminishes" in the third paragraph means "____".A．delays B．prevents C．increases D．reduces6．Why do some doctors hold laughter clinics?A．Because they want to earn more money.B．Because they think they will help the patients recover from illnesses.C．Because they want to improve their patients' condition.D．Because they want their patients to practice how to laugh7．What would be the best title for this passage?A．Both laughter and physical exercise are good for healthB．Laughter clinics help patients improve their conditionC．Laughter can reduce the effects of painD．Laughter is the best medicine.阅读理解Popcorn Park Zoo is not like most zoos. It is a very special place.This unusual place was not originally a zoo. At first it was called the Forked River Animal Care Center. The workers there looked after lost or unwanted cats and dogs. Today the center is part of the zoo, but now many other kinds of animals are helped there, too.The changes to the center began in 1977 when a raccoon(浣熊) needed help. One of its front paws(爪子) had been badly hurt. The workers cared for the animal. Finally it was better, but it could not care for itself. The raccoon was allowed to live there. Then a hurt deer was brought there for help. It, too, stayed there after it got well.Once people heard about the wonderful work being done at the center, they began taking all kinds of hurt or homeless animals there. Soon it was no longer just a home for cats and dogs. So many animals were living there that it became more like a zoo.Popcorn Park Zoo got its funny name because many of the animals there like to eat popcorn made without oil or salt. The popcorn is sold there to help make money to care for the animals. People buy the popcorn to feed the animals as a treat.Popcorn Park Zoo now looks after more than 200 kinds of animals. Many of them live freely there. Some of the gentler ones, such as goats, sheep, geese, and deer, walk among the visitors who come to see them. Others are kept in large closed areas almost like their natural homes. All the animals there get care and love.8．Before 1977, the center was a home for ____.A．lost or unwanted cats and dogsB．hurt or homeless raccoons and goatsC．lost or unwanted deer and sheepD．hurt or homeless raccoons and geese9．How did the workers in the center help the raccoon?A．They changed its front paws.B．They cured it and let it live there.C．They sent it back to its home.D．They built another home just for it.10．The popcorn is sold in Popcorn Park Zoo to ____.A．treat the visitors B．reward the workersC．trick the animals D．raise money11．What can we learn about animals in the zoo from the last paragraph?A．They all live in closed areas.B．Some of them can walk out of the zoo freely.C．All of them are taken good care of.D．Some of them have already returned to nature.阅读理解Fu Yuanhui is China's newest sweetheart. The 20-year-old swimmer from Hangzhou won a bronze medal at the recent Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. But it wasn't the medal that charmed people's hearts, it was Fu's honest remarks and bubbly personality.Climbing out of the pool after a semi-final heat, Fu looked tired and out of breath, and not very happy. She thought her time may not have been good enough to make the final. But the reporter told her otherwise. Fu had just swum a personal best! And it was Fu's reaction (反应) to this news that made everyone fall in love with her.Her eyes got big and smiled. "Wow, I'm so fast!" she said. And she joked with the girl reporter that she must have been helped by her "mystical powers." Later, after the final race, it was the same reporter who again surprised Fu by telling her she'd won a bronze medal. "What? Really?" she said, "That's not so bad, then."Fu worked hard to get to the Olympics and her training, she said, "Even though I did not win a gold medal, I surpassed (超过) myself and I am happy with that."12．What kind of medal did Fu Yuanhui win in the Olympic Games in Brazil?A．The gold medal.B．The silver medal.C．The bronze medal.D．None.13．Why didn't Fu Yuanhui feel happy after the semi-final heat at first?A．Because she didn't feel well.B．Because she thought she didn't do well.C．Because she wasn't satisfied with her reaction.D．Because the reporter asked her an unhappy question.14．The third paragraph tells us Fu Yuanhui ____.A．had an expressive faceB．was satisfied with herselfC．thought the game is unfair for herD．was sorry to get the bronze medal15．We can learn from the underlined words that Fu Y uanhui ____.A．thought she had tried her bestB．thought she was lucky enoughC．wanted to thank the reporterD．planned to win the gold medal二、第二部分，阅读理解，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。
上海市2024-2025学年高二上学期11月期中英语试题(含答案)
2024学年第一学期期中教学质量检测高二英语试卷说明：（1）本场考试时间为120分钟，总分140分；（2）请认真答卷，并用规范文字书写。
I. Listening ComprehensionSection ADirections: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1. A. At 7:15. B. At 7:50. C. At 8:05. D. At 9:00.2. A. Unconcerned. B. Surprised. C. Doubtful. D. Delighted.3. A. He is rather disappointed. B. He can’t accept the result.C. He knows his own limitation.D. He doesn’t care about a promotion.4. A. She wants to get some sleep. B. She is to prepare a presentation.C. She has to attend a chemistry class.D. She is troubled by her sleep problem.5. A. Get more food and drinks. B. Invite more people.C. Frepare for a party.D. Tidy up the place.6. A. Take a taxi to the zoo. B. Walk to the zoo.C. Cross the street.D. Wait for the bus.7. A. The woman arrived too early for registration.B. The woman got a wrong class permit.C. The woman misplaced her class permit.D. The woman missed the registration deadline.8. A. They haven’t agreed on where to live.B. They don’t want to live in a noisy area.C. They both work in the downtown area.D. They hope to save money for the wedding.9. A. It will clear up in the lake area tomorrow.B. The lake will be clear after the heavy rain.C. The woman is inviting the man to go to the lake.D. The woman might have to change her plan for tomorrow.10. A. They love Italian food more than anything else.B. They are disappointed at the restaurant’s recent changes.C. They are satisfied with the current chef at the restaurant.D. They are unhappy with the prices of food at the restaurant. Section BDirections: In Section B, you will hear a short passage and a longer conversation, and you will be asked several questions on each of them. The passage and the conversation will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the fourpossible answers on your paper and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.11. A. They found it charming. B. They didn’t care about it.C. They were annoyed by it.D. They had mixed feelings about it.12. A. It wasn’t being properly maintained.B. People didn’t care whateve r mess it might be in.C. There were no effective regulations concerning visitors.D. It was poorly designed and constructed in the first place.13. A How the White House has become what it is today.B. Why more people from home and abroad visit the White House nowadays.C. How the White House has been damaged by tourists throughout history.D. How the White House became the official residence of the U. S President.Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.14. A. More of them are smoking cigars.B. Teens are becoming more addicted to cigarettes.C. There has been an 11% increase in the number of teen smokers.D. Teens are increasingly exploring healthy alternatives to cigarettes15. A. Most of the teens buy cigars because of peer pressure.B. There are only fruit-flavored cigars available on the market.C. They can be purchased one at a time so they are afforded by the teens.D. They are quite expensive and require the teens to save their allowance.16. A. The Cigar Association has taken action against flavored cigars.B. There are no special restrictions on the sale of flavored cigars.C: Teens have been taught cigars are less poisonous than cigarettes D. The attempts to stop teens from smoking cigars have been effective. Questions 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.17. A. She is interested in attending an American university.B. She is calling to consult for her friend.C. She wants to learn some basic language skills.D. She has to study English for the sake of her job.18. A. To help people find a hetter job.B. To help people with English learning.C. To help people get enrolled in, a famous university.D. To help people improve communication skills.19. A. It is a form that helps the students get a student vise.B. It is a certificate that Indicates the student’s English proficiency.-C. It is a certificate that shows the student’s education experiences,D. It is a reference letter that helps the students get into the U. Sembassy.20. A. Applicants need to pay the tuition at the beginning.B. Applicants must confirm their applications in person.C. Applications can be made through the Internet or by mail.D. Applicants can apply to join the program at any time they want.II. Grammar and VocabularySection ADirections: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.The Hell of the Sandwich LunchThe competition to be the worst two words in the English language is extremely hard-fought. Surprise party. Cruise holiday. Rice pudding. Keen golfer. The list goes on and on. But right up there is “sandwich lunch”. S eparately, (21) ______ of these words contains lots of beautiful promise. In combination, however, they spell horrible disaster.Most obviously, they signal that your lunch is ruined. You might have been planning to stroll through a park or eat with a friend. Now you will be spending your break working, (22) ______(trap) in a meeting room with several of your colleagues. Even more annoyingly, your manager has announced that sandwiches will be provided (23) ______ you shouldbe grateful for the kindness and consideration.The actual food choices are not yours. Instead, they appear(24) ______ make) by a six-year- old. The centre piece is a piatter of sandwiches cut into triangles. There are paper plates. You can’t help (25) ______( look) around for party hats and balloons.Not that you actually eat much. The etiquette（礼仪）of the sandwich lunch requires everyone to take less than they want, in order to signal that they are team players (26) ______ know how to share. People politely wait their turn and then restrict themselves (27) ______a few items. Your own paper plate is fairly typical: two triangles of bread, four salt-and-vinegar crisps （薯片）,a limp salad leaf and one plum tomato. It’s about as appetizing as a cup of sand. You pick up the biggest of your four crisps and put it in your mouth just as the boss begins to lay out the agenda for the discussion. Crisps are never (28) ______ (noisy) than when eaten at a sandwich lunch. Every bite thunders（响声穿透）through the room; eyes flick your way with each crunch and then back to the speaker. You wonder (29) ______ it takes for a crisp to dissolve（溶解）through the action of saliva（唾液）alone, and conclude it is better to get the whole thing over with. Cue a desperate loud burst of chewing and all eyes are now on you. The boss has stopped speaking. One final bite, and a swallow. The crisp as well as your promotion prospects (30) ______( be) dead.Section BDirections: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.A. easeB. fittingC. forceD. modestE. preciselyF. primarilyG. robbedH. awesomeI. encounterJ. starvingK. warnedThe Problem of Totally Epic Language InflationStan Carey recently wrote a short blog about language inflation, which ultimately creates devaluation in meaning Today, popular expressions like epic and brilliant are used to express a more 31 meaning than their traditional uses. Brilliant actually means clever, and epic actually means surprising. Such is our desire to elevate words with power and importance, that we use hyperbole（夸张）to draw attention.The same tendency can be seen in numbers as well. Once giving 110% became cliché, people started insisting that they give 210%,310%, and on and on. To create even more 32 behind the phrase, people will also throw in a literally. I literally gave 210%.This is no new trend. My generation destroyed words like awesome and totally. My parents and grandparents 33 of meaning words like incredible, wonderful, and fantastic.Irish novelist C. S. Lewis expressed concern over language inflation: “Don’t say infinitely when you mean very; otherwise, you’ll have noword left when you want to talk about something really infinite.”And this is 34 where we find ourselves right now. We have no words 35 when we want to say that something truly is awe-inspiring.This can also make it all the more difficult for modern readers to connect with older books. Particularly, it can cheapen our understanding of the Scriptures（圣经）. As a child of the 80s, I was never at 36 calling God awesome, because as far as I knew, it meant something much less great. If my sunglasses are totally awesome, I need some other word for God! Our souls are 37 in the current culture. We neglect the spiritual aspects of our own existence more and more. It makes sense that the language would reflect that as well. Caring 38 for our physical needs, we run across fewer moments that inspire us with true awe. Those emotions would require a(n) 39 with the significant and the time to contemplate （沉思）it.But who’s got the time or the desire for that We’ll settle for（将就）pretty good experiences and call them totally 40III. Reading ComprehensionSection ADirections: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B,C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.Dare to FollowAlmost everyone aspires to lead. If there is one thing anyone with a job and a pulse needs to learn, it is how to 41 . That, at least, is the message from the tsunami of books, courses, videos and podcasts on the topic. Business schools offer all kinds of leadership training. You are told how to lead without actually being a leader.42 in all this is an inconvenient fact. Most people in the workforce are not leaders and pretty much everyone 43 someone else. The most useful skill to have in your current job may well be how to be a good follower. That leaders depend on followers might seem blindingly obvious, but the way that people lower down the ladder interact with those above them gets much less attention than the 44 . A corner of the management literature is 45 to “followership”, but it remains small, for several reasons.The first is that you don’t need any advice to achieve the positi on of 46 ; you will never be more of one than on the very first day of your very first job.The second reason is that, although some people have little desire to be in a position of authority, very few aspire to follow. The word itself is associated with 47 , weakness and complaints. In an experiment conducted by Colette Hoption of Seattle University and her co-authors, people who were randomly assigned to the role of followers felt unhappier and were less willing to do work at the weekends and early inthe morning than those given the 48 of leaders.The third reason why the art of following gets little attention is that most subordinates（下属）have much less agency than the people 49 them. There is often no choice in whom you report to. Leaders, not followers, set the tone: 50 bosses are not old-school command-and- control types, they shape how everyone beneath them behaves.·If such things explain why leadership is 51 , the behaviour of followers is still crucial. Hierarchies（等级制度）can be more fluid（流动的）than they sometimes look: as teams form and dissolve, you may be leading a project one month and 52 the next. Things generally go better when people at every level are engaged in their work and prepared to take on responsibility.Proactivity is a big part of being an effective follower. One of the fathers of the field, Robert Kelley, has usefully 53 five styles of followership: sheep, yes-people, unfriendly followers, pragmatists, and stars. Which 54 of follower people fall into will undoubtedly depend on their boss. But it will also depend on them: on whether they ingratiate（讨好）themselves with their managers or 55 them; on whether they see their boss as someone to support or complain about. As the British Army puts it, “To follow effectively… is a choice.”41. A. start B. lead C. acquire D. convey42. A. Special B. Abundant C. Missing D. Competent43. A. counts on B. reports to C. calls for D. alternates with44. A. reverse B. authority C. agenda D. convention45. A. blinded B. reduced C. dedicated D. accustomed46. A. candidate B. consultant C. executive D. follower47. A. courage B. passivity C. discrimination D. dignity48. A. leisure B. duty C. label D. payment49. A. supervising B. surrounding C. defending D. entertaining50. A. even if B. now that C. given that D. provided that51. A. under the weather B. in the dark C. in the spotlight D. on cloud nine52. A. contributing B. dominating C. selecting D. appointing53. A. hired B. surveyed C. identified D. designed54. A. campaign B. category C. trap D. business55. A. defend B. sponsor C. influence D. challengeSection BDirections: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read. (A)A biography of Bill Gates: Dollar Bill“Americans appear to be growing increasingly uneasy about billionaires,”observes Anupreeta Das, a journalist at the New York Times. With his long career and its many ups and downs, Mr. Gates is “the perfect prism （棱镜）through which to project tricky moral questions” in pursuit of a “collective rethink” about American values.In the biography, Ms. Das goes from the founding of Microsoft in 1975 to its stock market flotation（上市）11 years later. By 1995 Mr. Gates was the youngest billionaire and the richest person in America but was facing a new problem: his company was so dominant that it attracted the attention of antitrust regulators. The heroic nerd had come to be seen as a villain（反派）.So, Mr. Gates reinvented himself as a philanthropist（慈善家）, establishing the world’s largest charitable foundation with his then wife Melinda and promoting among other billionaires the Giving Pledge (a promise to donate most of one’s wealth to charitable causes). So successful was this reinvention that Mr. Gates was the most admired man in the world from 2014 to 2019, according toYouGov polls.But then his scandals （丑闻）led to the collapse of his marriage. At the same time, the power of his foundation began to come under increasing inspection. The foundation pours billions into public-health initiatives, outspending many governments, and thus shapes health policy in many countries - yet it is accountable to nobody but the Gateses. During the covid-19 pandemic, Mr. Gates was also the subject of conspiracytheories（阴谋论）suggesting that he was profiting from vaccines and even injecting tiny microchips into people. The hero had once again become a villain.But Ms. Das’s book is most interesting when it shows how Mr. Gates has influenced other billionaires, such as Mark Zuckerberg and Jeff Bezos, - how they have followed his example, and how they have not.The book shows Mr. Gates from many angles but provides few insights of him as a person. There is a Gates-shaped hole at the centre of the narrative; Ms. Das was not allowed to interview Mr. Gates. So what does she conclude about billionaires They are, she suggests, lightning rods.（避雷针）for deeper concerns about inequality and privilege. But she holds back from making a strong argument about Mr. Gates. A book that promises to tackle billionaires’ place in society asks many questions, but also asks readers to make up their own minds.56. What is the main pur pose of Anupreeta Das’s biography of Bill GatesA. To document the personal life and career success of Bill Gates.B To celebrate Bill Gates’s achievements in the technology industry.C. To provide a detailed account of the history of Microsoft.D. To explore the moral implications of America values.57. Why was Bill Gates regarded a villain①Microsoft was so dominant as to attract the attention of antitrust regulators.②He established the world’s largest charitable foundation and reinvented himself as a philanthropist.③His investment in public-health initiatives exceeded many governments, thus shaping health policy accountable to only the Gateses.④He was accused of profiting from vaccines and even injecting tiny microchips into people during the covid-19 pandemic.A. ①②④B.①③④C. ②③④D. ①②③④58. Which of the following is most likely to be included in this bookA. A specific description of Ms. Das’ interview with Bill Gates and the transcript of it.B. Bill Gates’ personality, hobbies, and personal anecdote s in his early life at Microsoft.C. The story that Mr. Zuckerberg faced his own crisis, and turned to Mr. Gates for advice.D. Ms. Das’ strong argument about Mr. Gates, such as concerns about inequality and privilege.59. What is the overall tone of the author towards Bill Gates and other tech billionaires in this bookA. Neutral and informative.B. Admiring and supportive.C. Critical and disapproving.D. Sympathetic and understanding.(B)Hiking Three Great WalksTHE LARAPINTA TRAILDifficulty: ModerateThe Larapinta Trail is a 142-mile bushwalk across the Northern Territory’s sunbaked West MacDonnell Ranges, traversing arid outcrops before descending to swimming holes. Starting in Alice Springs/ Mparntwe, it takes nearly three weeks to hike the length of the trail to its glorious sunrise climax at Mount Sonder, but the trail is divided into 12 sections to allow for day walks, overnight treks and multi-day hikes. World Expeditions offers packages ranging from self-guided treks toall-inclusive guided tours with stays at tented eco-camps,fromA$4,000( 2,040) perperson. au worldCAPE TO CAPE WALKDifficulty: ModerateWestern Australia’s Margaret River draws surfers and oenophiles thanks to its bountiful breaks and wineries. Weaving between them is the77-mile Cape to Cape Track, a coastal trail that navigates karri forests and cliffs along the length of Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park. The trail can take up to seven days to complete and is open year-round-plan your visit between June and December for the chance to spot humpbackwhales during their annual migration. Basic camping is allowed on the trail but a popular option is to stay in Margaret River and catch shuttles from there to the trailheads..auSCENIC RIM TRAILDifficulty: HardQueensland’s four-day, 29-mile Scenic Rim Trail starts with aheart-pumping climb 2,300ft up the Mistake Mountains. From here, you’re met with steep, track that meander through ancient rainforest. Look out for koalas in the treetops and kangaroos bouncing across the path and spend the night camping beneath eucalypts. The challenging topography means independent hiking is best left to experienced navigators. Spicers Scenic Rim Trail offers small group tours with stays in luxury tents and farmhouses,fromA$1,750( 900)perperson.parks.desi.qld.60. Which of the following statement is TRUEYou can go camping on all of these three hiking trails.B: You can spot many wild animals when hiking the larapinta trail.C. It is recommended for beginner hikers to choose the scenic rim trail.D. The difficulty, cost, length and related site of each hiking route are mentioned in the passage.61. John has a budget of A$2,000 and two weeks of vacation time to go on a hiking adventure. He loves sea views, and is also a wine lover.Which trail would be the most suitable for himA. The larapinta trail.B. Cape to cape walk.C. Scenic rim trail.D. None of them.62. Where is this article most likely to appearA. China DailyB. The EconomistC. The New YorkerD. National Geographic Traveller(C)Increasingly, AI-generated outputs drift across our feeds and searches. Far beyond our screens, the entire culture is becoming affected.A recent study examining scientists’ peer reviews revealed that the word “meticulous（严谨的）” was used 34 times more often than in t he previous year. The phrasing, one of the favorite buzzwords of modern large language models like ChatGPT, indicates that many researchers are handing their work over to AI.This reflects a much bigger problem. Any viral post on social media now almost certainly includes AI-generated replies, all to attract follows. Then there is the growing use of AI to scale the creation of cheap synthetic videos for children on YouTube. The narratives make no sense, and characters appear and disappear randomly. As a neuroscientist, this worries me. Isn’t it possible that human culture contains within it cognitive nutrients— things like cohesive narrations and character continuity— that developing brains need But what happens when atoddler is consuming mostly AI-generated contentIt’s worth looking to a historical analogy（类比）for our current situation: the environmental movement. For just as companies and individuals were driven to pollute by economic incentives, so, too, is AI’s cultural pollution driven by a rational de cision to fill the internet’s appetite for content as cheaply as possible. However, there has been undeniable progress keeping our cities mostly free of smog. HowGarrett Hardin, a biologist and ecologist, emphasized in 1968 that pollution was an over exploitation of shared resources driven by people acting in their own interest, and that “we are locked into a system of‘fouling（污染）our own nest,’ so long as we behave only as independent, rational, free enterprisers.” He summed up the problem as a “tragedy of the commons（公共用地）.” This acknowledgement was crucial to the environmental movement, which relied on government regulation to do what companies alone could or would not do.Once again, we find ourselves enacting a tragedy of the commons:short-term economic self- interest encourages using cheap AI content to maximize clicks and views, which in turn pollutes our culture. And so far, major AI companies are refusing to help identify AI’s creation- which they could do by adding statistical patterns hidden in word use or in the pixels of images.To deal with this corporate refusal to act we need the equivalent of aClean Air Act: a Clean Internet Act. A simple solution would be to legislatively force advanced watermarking in AI- generated outputs. Just as the 20th century required extensive interventions to protect the shared environment, the 21st century must protect a different, but equally critical, common resource: our shared human culture.63. Why does the author express concernA. AI-generated content is difficult to detect.B. Young children are overly exposed to online content.C. Our culture is affected by low-quality AI-generated content.D. Technological issues, similar to environmental problems, are serious.64. Which of the following examples best il lustrates a “tragedy of the commons”？A. Fishermen overfishing to earn as much as possible.B. Netizens uploading an excessive number of videos online.C. Students using AI to generate answers for exam questions.D. Governments failing to establish partnership with companies.65. According to the author, the issue discussed can be resolved by______ .A. controlling the volume of AI-generated contentB. regulating AI outputs to make them more identifiableC. urging tech companies to improve the quality of AI generationD. encouraging people to treat culture as seriously as they treatenvironmental issues66. Which of the following serves as the most suitable title for the passageA. A tragedy of the commons: the importance of regulationB. AI outputs are overwhelming: potential risks of AI technologyC. Navigating the digital age: why AI should be used with cautionD. Addressing AI-generated garbage: endangered culture needs legislationSection CDirections: Read the passage carefully. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need.A. But that is complicated by another of the researchers’ findings.B. They are predatory birds that will gladly seize unattended eggs.C. Now a paper by Libourel and Lee reports another clever adaptation.D. The birds may readily steal nesting materials from unguarded neighbours, for instance.E. But the fact that the birds are able to incubate eggs under such conditions proves the naps useful.F. Like ducks, chinstrap penguins can sleep with either their whole brain or with just one hemisphere at a time.The biology of sleep: Forty thousand naps near the seaSleep is a bit of an evolutionary mystery. A sleeping animal cannot lookfor food, defend its territory or flee from danger. The fact that sleep is nonetheless common among animals suggests its restorative powers are essential. So does the fact that, if laboratory animals are deprived of it for long enough, they die.Some animals, though, have developed unique ways to balance the need for sleep and the need for staying alert. Dolphins and ducks can sleep with only half their brains at a time, leaving the other half alert. 67 Chinstrap penguins（帽带企鹅）, it seems, take their sleep in the form of thousands of tiny micro-naps.The researchers captured 14 penguins on King George Island, and their brain activity was tracked remotely through electrodes. While ducks sleep in long stretches, the researchers discovered that the penguins were napping for just a few seconds at a time, hundreds of times an hour.They offer two explanations for the penguins’ sleep patterns. The first is to do with external threats. Penguins often incubate（孵化）their eggs alone while their partners are away foraging for food. Colonies are threatened by brown skuas（棕贼鸥）. 68 Broken sleep may be an evolutionarily smart way of getting some shut-eye during longegg-guarding watches while still remaining able to react to danger.69 Birds with nests near the edge of the colony ought to be at greater risk than those in the centre. But birds on the edges of the colonyseemed to enjoy longer and deeper naps than those near the middle. That leads to the second suggestion, which is to do with the penguins themselves. Penguin colonies are noisy, crowded places, and threats may come from within as well as without. 70 Birds in the bustling, crime-ridden centre of the colony may simply find it harder to get any shut-eye than those living in the safer, quieter suburbs.Choosing between those theories will require more research. Both, of course, could prove to be true.IV. Summary WritingDirections: Read the following passage. Summarize the main idea and the main point(s) of the passage in no more than 60 words. Use your own words as far as possible.71. The Marketing Success of the Staley Cup QuencherIn the world of drinkware, the Stanley Cup Quencher has emerged as a true success story. captivating consumers and dominating, the market. This insulated tumbler has become a household name, with its popularity soaring across various demographics. The Stanley Cup Quencher’s success is not just a matter of luck; it is a testament to the power of effective product positioning.The company identified its target market as millennials and Gen Z consumers who value durability, style, and functionality in their drinkware. These consumers lead active lifestyles and are always on the。
湖南省长沙市2024-2025学年高二上学期期中考试英语试卷含答案
长沙市2024—2025学年度高二第一学期期中考试英语（答案在最后）时量：120分钟满分：150分得分：________第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。
录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
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。
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。
例：How much is the shirt?A.£19.15.B.£9.18.C.£9.15.答案是C。
1.What will the woman take with her?A.A sports bag.B.A suitcase.C.A backpack.2.Why did the man call off his trip?A.The weather was bad.B.He wasn’t interested in it.C.There was an urgent situation.3.What will the woman do?A.Collect some plants.B.Go to work in the lab.C.Deliver some materials.4.How does the man feel about his grandmother’s moving in?A.Appreciative.B.Surprised.C.Anxious.5.Where is the woman’s book now?A.On a bed.B.On a desk.C.In a chest.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ˊ选项中选出最佳选项。
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。
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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。
外研版高二上学期期中英语试题与参考答案
外研版英语高二上学期期中自测试题与参考答案一、听力第一节（本大题有5小题，每小题1.5分，共7.5分）1、What does the woman say about the man’s decision to change jobs?A. She doesn’t understand his choice.B. She thinks it’s a good decision.C. She agrees with his reasons.D. She’s worried about his future.Answer: BExplanation: The woman says, “Well, that sounds like a great decision. I wish you all the best with your new job.” This indicates that she thinks it’s a good decision.2、What are the speakers mainly discussing?A. A new restaurant opening in town.B. The benefits of cooking at home.C. The importance of healthy eating.D. A recent cooking competition.Answer: CExplanation: The speakers mention the importance of eating healthy, and they discuss some tips on how to maintain a balanced diet. This indicates that the main topic of the conversation is the importance of healthy eating.3、What is the main topic of the conversation between the two speakers?A)Planning a vacationB)Discussing a school projectC)Comparing book recommendationsAnswer: CExplanation: The conversation focuses on the speakers’ favorite books and recommendations, indicating that the main topic is about book recommendations.4、How does the woman feel about the new cooking class she recently attended?A)ExcitedB)DisappointedC)IndifferentAnswer: AExplanation: The woman expresses enthusiasm about the cooking class, mentioning how much she enjoyed it and how it exceeded her expectations. This indicates she feels excited about the experience.5.How many different ways does the speaker mention for improving English proficiency?A. 2B. 3C. 4D. 5Answer: BExplanation: The speaker mentions three different ways: practicing speaking,reading extensively, and writing regularly. Therefore, the correct answer is B, 3.二、听力第二节（本大题有15小题，每小题1.5分，共22.5分）1、听力材料：A. How are you doing, Tom? It’s great to see you again.B. I’m fine, thanks. It’s been a long time since we last met.Questions:1.What is the speaker most likely doing?A) Saying goodbye to someone.B) Meeting someone for the first time.C) Reconnecting with an old friend.Answer: CExplanation: The context of the dialogue indicates that the speakers are reuniting after a long time, suggesting that they are reconnecting with an old friend.2、听力材料：A. I’m sorry, I can’t go to the party tonight. I have to study for my midterm exam.B. That’s okay, Tom. Good luck with your exams.Questions:2.What is the speaker’s reason for not attending the party?A) They are feeling sick.B) They are studying for a midterm exam.C) They are working late at their job.Answer: BExplanation: The speaker explicitly states that they cannot go to the party because they have to study for their midterm exam, making option B the correct answer.3.You are listening to a conversation between two students discussing a school project.Question: What are the students planning to do next for their project?A. They will gather more information from the library.B. They will start working on the presentation.C. They will discuss the project with their teacher.D. They will ask their classmates for help.Answer: CExplanation: The conversation indicates that they are currently discussing the project and plan to talk to their teacher for further guidance, suggesting that they are not yet ready to start the presentation or gather more information.4.You are listening to a news report about a new environmental initiative in the city.Question: What is the main goal of the new environmental initiative?A. To reduce the number of cars on the road.B. To promote the use of public transportation.C. To increase the city’s g reen spaces.D. To educate citizens about recycling and conservation.Answer: DExplanation: The news report emphasizes the importance of educating citizens about recycling and conservation as the primary goal of the initiative, rather than focusing on direct measures like reducing car usage, promoting public transportation, or increasing green spaces.5.You’re listening to a conversation between two students, Alice and Bob, discussing their weekend plans.Alice: Hey Bob, do you have any plans for the weekend?Bob: Yeah, I’m thinking of going hiking. How about you, Alice?Alice: That sounds fun! I was actually considering visiting the art museum. What do you think?Bob: Visiting the art museum sounds great too. We could even make a day of it. Maybe we could meet up on Saturday morning?Alice: That sounds perfect. We can grab breakfast first and then head over to the museum.Question: What activity does Bob plan to do over the weekend?A) Visit the art museumB) Go hikingC) Have a picnicD) Go shoppingAnswer: B) Go hikingExplanation: In the conversation, Bob mentions that he’s thinking of going hiking, so the correct answer is B) Go hiking.6.You’re listening to a news report about a recent environmental event.News Anchor: In a significant environmental development, a group of volunteers has successfully planted 500 trees in the city park over the weekend. The initiative was organized by the local environmental club, which aims to increase green spaces in the city. According to the club’s president, the event was a great success and received an overwhelming response from the community.Question: What was the purpose of the recent event at the city park?A) To celebrate Earth DayB) To increase green spaces in the cityC) To raise funds for a charityD) To promote local businessesAnswer: B) To increase green spaces in the cityExplanation: The news report states that the purpose of the event was to increase green spaces in the city, as mentioned by the club’s president. Therefore, the correct answer is B) To increase green spaces in the city.7.W: Hey, John, how was your math test this morning?M: Oh, it was quite challenging. There were a lot of problems that were quite difficult for me.Q: What can we infer about John’s math test?A: John found the math test challenging and difficult.解析：通过对话中John的话“it was quite challenging”和“a lot of problems that were quite difficult for me”，我们可以推断出John的数学考试对他来说很有挑战性，题目难度较高。
高二英语上期中考试试卷
一、选择题（共30题，每题2分，共60分）1. He ______ (be) very busy these days because he is preparing for the exam.A. isB. wasC. wereD. been2. If I ______ (have) more time, I would travel around the world.A. hadB. haveC. will haveD. had had3. The book ______ (be) on the desk, but now it's missing.A. wasB. isC. wereD. was being4. She ______ (not only) a good student but also a talented singer.A. isB. wasC. wereD. be5. I ______ (not) been to the Great Wall yet, but I want to visit it one day.A. don'tB. haven'tC. isn'tD. hasn't6. ______ (you) come to the party last night?A. DoB. DidC. DoesD. Were7. They ______ (not) to the library yesterday because it was closed.A. goB. wentC. goingD. had gone8. If I ______ (know) that, I would have helped you.A. knewB. knowC. had knownD. know9. The sun ______ (rise) in the east.A. risesB. roseC. risingD. will rise10. She ______ (not finish) her homework yet.A. hasB. haveC. hadD. having11. ______ (you) like some tea?A. DoB. DoesC. DidD. Were12. The teacher ______ (ask) us to be quiet in class.A. asksB. askedC. is askingD. will ask13. They ______ (not go) to the movies because it was raining.A. goB. wentC. goingD. had gone14. ______ (you) ever been to Paris?A. DoB. DidC. DoesD. Were15. The boy ______ (be) very brave when he saved the girl from the river.A. wasB. isC. wereD. be二、完形填空（共20题，每题2分，共40分）When I was a child, my family ______ (1) ______ in a small town. We had a small house with a yard. Every day, I ______ (2) ______ to school and came back home after classes. Life was simple and peaceful.One day, my mother ______ (3) ______ me to a library. I ______ (4)______ surprised because I had never been there before. Inside the library, there were so many books. I ______ (5) ______ a book about animals and fell in love with it. From that day on, I ______ (6) ______ to the library every weekend.The librarian, Mrs. Green, was very kind to me. She ______ (7) ______ me books that interested me and helped me understand them. I ______ (8)______ read for hours and hours. I learned so much from those books.As I grew older, I ______ (9) ______ more interested in reading. I read about history, science, and literature. Reading opened up a whole new world for me. I ______ (10) ______ more confident and curious.Now, I am a teacher and I ______ (11) ______ my students to read. I want them to experience the joy and knowledge that reading brings. I ______ (12) ______ them to explore the world through books.Reading has changed my life. It ______ (13) ______ me to dream and aspire. It ______ (14) ______ me to be a better person. I will always begrateful to the library and Mrs. Green for everything they ______ (15) ______ for me.1. A. lived2. A. go3. A. asked4. A. was5. A. found6. A. went7. A. gave8. A. spent9. A. got10. A. became11. A. teach12. A. encourage13. A. allowed14. A. made15. A. did三、阅读理解（共10题，每题3分，共30分）Passage 1In recent years, there has been a growing concern about the impact of technology on our lives. Many people argue that technology has made our lives easier and more convenient. However, others believe that it has had a negative effect on our mental and physical health.One of the main arguments against technology is that it can lead to sedentary lifestyles. Many people spend hours sitting in front ofscreens, whether it's watching TV, using a computer, or playing video games. This lack of physical activity can lead to obesity, heart disease, and other health problems.Another concern is that technology can disrupt our sleep patterns. The blue light emitted by screens can interfere with our circadian rhythms, making it harder to fall asleep and stay asleep. This can lead to fatigue, irritability, and other negative effects on our mental health.On the other hand, many people argue that technology has many benefits. It can help us stay connected with friends and family, accessinformation quickly, and improve our productivity. For example, many students use technology to complete their homework and research projects.In my opinion, technology is not inherently good or bad. It depends on how we use it. We need to be mindful of the potential negative effects and make sure to balance our use of technology with physical activityand other healthy habits.Questions:1. What is the main concern about technology mentioned in the passage?2. What are two negative effects of technology on our health mentionedin the passage?3. According to the passage, what are some benefits of technology?四、写作（共1题，共20分）Write a short essay on the following topic:How has technology changed the way we communicate with others?You should write at least 150 words. Use your own ideas and experiences to support your arguments.。
浙江省余姚市2023-2024学年高二上学期期中英语试题(含答案)
浙江省余姚市2023-2024学年高二上学期期中英语试题姓名：__________ 班级：__________考号：__________项。
（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）阅读理解Etiquette (礼仪) Matters Centre presents 2-Day Confidence and Manners Workshop Always wanted to give yourself the cutting edge that sets you apart from your peers (同龄人)?Our 2-Day Confidence and Manners Workshop will give you much needed improvement and empower (赋予) you with the soft skills that will set you apart from your peers and serve you well into adulthood.This highly-respected, incredibly effective workshop is a hot favourite among parents and children. Through this workshop, our center aims to empower you with confidence in your interaction in various social situations.Highlight of the WorkshopDay 1Building self-esteem (自尊) through positive self-talk.Recognizing the importance of effective listening.Mastering the art of public speaking with confidence.Obstacle Course Confidence Challenge.Day 2Manners in social media.Dining manners experience.Observing respectful manners in social settings.Presentation of certificates of completion to participants.Hurry! Slots are Limited!Dates: 12 December (Saturday) & 13 December (Sunday)Timing: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.Age of participants: 9 to 12 years oldFees: $650 per child (inclusive of course material and lunch and tea for 2 days)Early bird discounts: 5% off for participants who register before 1 November and a free goodie bag worth $60.To register:Book through or come down to our head office at 65 Bras Basin Road.For more information, please visit our website, call us or follow us on social media.1．What attracts Participants most in the workshop?A．To experience the joy of learningB．To build social skills and confidenceC．To equip the power of hard skillsD．To promote their relationship with peers2．Which activity might be beneficial to those who want to improve speech ability?A．Manners in social media.B．Dining manners experience.C．Recognizing the importance of effective listening.D．Mastering the art of public speaking with confidence.3．All participants attending the workshop will have ____.A．Tea and dinner.B．A discount.C．Course material.D．A free goodie bag.阅读理解Reading can be a social activity. Think of the people who belong to book groups. They choose books to read and then meet to discuss them. Now, the website turns the page on the traditional idea of a book group.Members go on the website and register (注册) the books they own and would like to share. BookCrossing provides an identification number to stick inside the book. Then the person leaves it in a public place, hoping that the book will have an adventure, traveling far and wide with each new reader who finds it.Bruce Pederson, the managing director of BookCrossing, says, "The two things that change your life are the people you meet and books you read. BookCrossing combines both."Members leave books on park benches and buses, in train stations and coffee shops. Whoever finds their book will go to the site and record where they found it.People who find a book can also leave a journal entry describing what they thought of it. E-mails are then sent to the BookCrossing to keep them updated about where their books have been found. Bruce Pederson says the idea is for people not to be selfish by keeping a book to gather dust on a shelf at home.BookCrossing is part of a trend among people who want to get back to the "real" and not the virtual. The website now has more than one million members in more than one hundred thirty-five countries.4．Why does the author mention book groups in the first paragraph?A．To make comparisons.B．To introduce the topic.C．To stress the importance.D．To provide an example.5．Why does BookCrossing attract so many people?A．They like to pass books to another reader.B．They like to mail books back to their owner.C．They like to keep books safe in the bookcase.D．They like to get back to the traditional style.6．What does the underlined word "virtual" in the last paragraph mean?A．Unreal.B．Effective.C．Meaningful.D．Wonderful.7．What is the best title for the text?A．Electronic Books: A new TrendB．A Website Brings Tradition BackC．Online Reading: A fashionable trendD．A Book Group for unselfish people阅读理解"Shuan Q" is a meme (网络流行语) which can be used as a popular way to say "I'm speechless" with a matching emoji (表情包) attached behind. No-one can deny the power of the Internet. Some believe it makes language weaker, but some see a brighter side, believing it makes online communication easier between strangers.An elementary school teacher in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, says that the evolution of Internet slang is not all fun and carefree. From his daily observations, he believes the "geographic boundary" between Internet slang and formal language is disappearing. On many occasions, the compositions he has received from pupils have been flooded with abbreviated slangs (网络梗).During last year's Two Sessions, several representatives put forward proposals such as "regulating online language" and "banning vulgar (粗俗) words", specifically to address this issue, expressing the need to reduce online language misuse and strengthen the protection of Chinese.However, many experts and scholars of linguistics and communication including Feng Zhiwei, disagree. Feng, believes that Internet language is a natural product of the dynamic development of language, and it is not necessary to ban it.8．What made the meme "Shuan Q" become popular?A．The power of internet B．The protection of ChineseC．Geographic boundary D．Strangers's communication9．What can we learn about internet slangs from paragraph 2 and 3?A．They are formal.B．They are funny and carefree.C．They are flooded among pupils.D．They were supported by all people.10．What is Feng Zhiwei's opinion about internet slangs?A．They are natural.B．They are misused.C．They should be banned.D．They are disappearing.11．Which word best describe the author's attitude to internet slangs?A．Doubtful B．Objective C．Indifferent D．Favorable阅读理解My family would describe me as anything but a risk-taker. "Grandma drives faster than you!" my younger son likes to joke with me. So when I announced I was going to step outside my comfort zone and sign up for a self-defense course, my children, my husband, and even my mom were a bit doubtful.A gym near my house was offering free two-hour classes including boxing, wrestling and judo (摔跤和柔道). I signed up for it and for the next days I questioned whether yoga would have been a wiser choice. The morning of the class, I pulled up to the gym, grabbed my water bottle along with a bit of courage I brought with me, and walked inside. We learned how to kick and knee someone where it counts and how to strike using the palms of our hands, After the instructor showed various escape techniques, I wondered what I was doing there. Seconds later, I reminded myself that I was on a search to push my boundaries (极限). By the time class ended, I was full of energy.Before I entered the gym, I never imagined I would have the confidence and courage to throw a punch that could discourage someone twice my size. Almost two years later, I still attend classes. As the oldest female in the class, I push myself to keep up, try harder and, more importantly, not quit.Between increasing my strength and feeling confident about protecting myself (although I hope I never have to test my skills outside of the gym), I'm proud of the risk I took in signing up for the course. I know that defending myself is not about strength; it's about strategy. At the same time, I'm calmer and less anxious—a benefit my family enjoys. As for my driving, after a recent lunch date, my mom suggested I speed up to at least the speed limit. She didn't want to be late for her tennis match.12．What kind of person the author was in her family's heart according to paragraph 1?A．She was unreliable.B．She liked taking risks.C．She would drive fast.D．She used to enjoy her comfortable zone13．Which of the following best describes the author?A．Humorous and brave B．Confident and caring.C．Generous and careless.D．Determined and careful.14．What can we learn about the author according to the passage?A．She becomes a better self.B．She often feels upset and lonely.C．She regrets taking the self-defense classes.D．She has ever been attacked outside of the gym.15．What does the passage imply?A．One is never too old to learn.B．Failure is the mother of success.C．Nothing is impossible for a willing heart.D．A woman owes her success to her family support.二、第一部分阅读理解，第二节任务型阅读（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。
2024年高二上学期英语期中测试卷+听力(原卷+解析)
绝密★启用前高二英语上学期期中测试卷考试范围：xxx；考试时间：100分钟；命题人：xxx注意事项：1．答题前填写好自己的姓名、班级、考号等信息2．请将答案正确填写在答题卡上第I卷（选择题）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 is the man going to do?A．To stay inside. B．To find his umbrella. C．To go out with an umbrella.2．How many people are probably eating with the man?A．Two.B．Three.C．Four.3．What does the woman think of her swimming lessons?A．Tiring.B．Relaxing.C．Rewarding.4．Why did Tony move to a new apartment?A．He didn’t like his neighbor.B．He didn’t like holding parties.C．He didn’t like his old apartment.5．Where are the speakers probably?A．At home.B．In a store.C．In a restaurant.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。
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高二英语上册期终测试卷英语试卷第一卷（选择题共85分）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，你将有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. Where did this conversation take place?A. In a theatre.B. In a taxiC. In a restaurant.2.What can we learn about Lisa?A. She needs 100 records.B. She likes jazz music.C. She prefers classical music to jazz.3.Which sport is the woman best at?A. SwimmingB. TennisC. Volleyball.4.What’s the woman interested in during his free time?A. Playing chess.B. Collecting stamps.C. Nothing but play.5. What does the man mean?A. Nobody can be the best.B. Do as well as you can.C. It’s hard to do something important.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，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。
每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6对话，回答第6～7题。
6.Who visited the man last night?A. A strange man.B. His uncle.C. A cat.7.When did he hear a knock at the door?A. Before supper.B. After supper.C. At dinner.听第7段对话，回答第8～10题。
8.Where are the two speakers?A. In a shop.B. In a classroom.C. In an office.9.Why did the man come into the room?A.Because he worked there himself.B.Because he wanted to talk to Kate.C.Because he wanted Jane to type a letter.10.What was Jane doing on the day when the dialogue took place?A.She was taking a rest.B.She was preparing for an exam.C.She was studying in a night school.听第8段对话，回答第11～13题。
11.Why did the woman want to talk to the man?A.Because she planned to write about the evening school.B.Because she wanted to be able to teach English better.C.Because she tried to help newcomers to her country.12.Where did they come from?A. EnglandB. Russia.C. America.13.What does the man find poor in learning English?A. Speaking.B. WritingC. Grammar.听第9段对话，回答第14～16题。
14.What magazine does the man take besides Morning Post?A. News Weekly.B. New Yorkers.C. New Scientists.15.What’s the price for Morning Post?A. One dollar.B. One and a half dollars.C. Three dollars and fifty cents.16.What is Morning Post?A. A magazine.B. A book.C. A newspaper.听第10段独白，回答第17～20题。
17.What’s the strongest reason why Englishmen often go to pubs?A. To meet their friends.B. To see respectable women.C. To relax themselves.18.What is a woman supposed to do if she wants to visit an English pub?A. To there all by herself.B. Go there with her children.C. Go there with a man.19.According to the passage, how long do pubs usually stay open?A. 13 hours.B. 12 hours.C. 11hours.20.What are many men dreaming of?A.Telling their troubles to a pretty bar-girl.B.Retiring from jobs and buying a little country pub.C.Escaping from the pressures of family life.第二部分：英语知识运用(共两节，满分35分)第一节：单项填空(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)从A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出可填入空白处的最佳选项。
21. Since 1978, my hometown has _______ a new look.A. taken upB. taken offC. taken outD. taken on22. In a room where a meeting ______, some workers were busily setting the table.A. was to be heldB. has been heldC. will be heldD. is being held23. There are _______ football matches on TV every Sunday.A. liveB. livingC. aliveD. lively24. To achieve your dream, you should first ______ th e life here which you hasn’t got used to so far.A. come toB. adopt toC. refer toD. adapt to25. I’m sure David’s told you his business problems. ______, it’s no secret that he owes much money to the bank.A. HoweverB. AnywayC. ThereforeD. Though26. _______ with so much trouble, we failed to finish the task on time.A. FacedB. FaceC. FacingD. To face27. This is not a match. We’re playing cards just for ______,A. habitB. customC. funD. game28. If I am not _______ when you phone, leave the message to my assistant.A. availableB. convenientC. spareD. busy29. Many of them turned a deaf ear to his advice, ______ they knew it valuable.A. as ifB. now thatC. even thoughD. so that30. It is difficult to live in a foreign country, ______ if you don’t speak the language.A. extremelyB. naturallyC. basicallyD. especially31. The books were so interesting that they _______ in no time.A. were sold outB. sold outC. had been sold outD. would sell out32. Five minutes earlier, and we ______ the last bus.A. had caughtB. should have caughtC. could have caughtD. caught33. – You forgot your purse when you left.- Good heavens! _______.A. So did IB. So I didC. I did soD. I so did34. It is your efforts, not your intelligence, _______ determine your success.A. thatB. untilC. beforeD. when35. – Shall I offer you a ride as you live so far away?- Thank you. _______.A. It couldn’t be betterB. Of course you canC. If you likeD. It’s up to you第二节：完形填空(共20小题；每小题1分，满分20分)阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从36～55各题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出最佳选项。