广东省广州市第十六中学2024-2025学年高二下学期期中英语试卷

广州市第十六中学2024学年第二学期高中中段教学质量反馈 高二年级英语试卷 命题人：谭建华 审核人：谭建华 （试卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟） 第Ⅰ卷 第一部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分60分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题3分，满分45分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项A、B、C和D中，选出最佳选项。 A AI in Science Fiction Science fiction writers have tried hard to deal with AI since the appearance of a famous novel — I, Robot — from Isaac Asimov, a popular writer, but as human dependence on the technology grows in real life, fictional descriptions become more appealing, and more urgent. These contemporary Sf novels raise the questions: Who does AI benefit? Who does it leave behind? What does it really mean to be human? Autonomous By Annalee Newitz.2017. Tor. A pharmaceutical patent pirate (非法仿制) reverse-engineers biotech for the poor and needy, escaping a military agent and his robotic partner who struggles with deeper questions of identity and autonomy. Braking Day By Adam Oyebanji.2022. DAW. In this space thriller, generations before, humans on Earth were defeated by an omnipotent (无所不能的) AI, and a young engineering trainee thinks something might have followed them onto the home ship. Dual Memory By Sue Burke2023. Tor. In a Le Guin-esque fairy tale with AI machines, one of the residents of a small island in the Arctic Circle befriends local machine systems, which have different ideas on how to deal with incoming raiders (突袭者). Moonbound By Robin Sloan.2024. Farrar/MCD. Eleven thousand years after humanity lost the war against artificial intelligence ‌“dragons,” the AI embedded in a human host, which had recorded those events, is reawakened, this time by a 12-year-old boy who clashes (战斗) with a local wizard. 1. What makes the Robots puzzled in Autonomous? A. Trust in observation logs. B. Balance of loyalty and duty. C. Identity and autonomy. D. Challenge to human authority. 2. Which of the books surrounded a heroic main role? A. Autonomous. B. Braking Day. C. Dual Memory. D. Moonbound. 3. Which column does this passage possibly come from? A. Science. B. Literature. C. Health. D. Travel. B Locals who frequent a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) hospital in Zhengzhou, Henan province, are often surprised when they are treated by a German doctor specializing in TCM with fluent Henan dialect. He is Joel Mikael Walker, a master’s student nearing graduation in the Henan University of Chinese Medicine. He skillfully performs techniques such as acupuncture (针灸), pulse diagnosis, and cupping therapy. Walker came to Henan province in 2015 when he was 20, because it is widely considered to be an important center for medical practice, education and research for traditional Chinese medicine. Now, he has fully adopted the lifestyle in Henan. On Chinese social media platforms, Walker is committed to promoting traditional Chinese medicine. His expertise in TCM fascinates Chinese netizens and he often uses ancient Chinese medical texts, for example, Huangdi Neijing, one of Chinese great medical works, to explain the philosophy behind the treatments. Other Chinese classics, such as Yijing, Zhuangzi, and Lunyu, which have long been foundation of Chinese philosophy, are also on Walker’s reading list. He takes pleasure in absorbing ancient wisdom because he finds many ideas deeply intertwined (交织) with TCM practices. One fundamental worldview of TCM highlights the balance, from which Walker himself benefited. In the past, he experienced significant emotional ups and downs, and tended to be somewhat stubborn, often viewing things from his own perspective. Now he has become more tolerant and approached issues from multiple angles with a more inclusive (包容的) perspective. In other words, his personality has also become more balanced. According to Walker, the unique wisdom rooted in Chinese culture can not only benefit physical well-being but can also extend beyond medicine and offer excellent guidance for the whole world. He stressed, “If more people could understand the TCM wisdom, the world would become more peaceful.” 4. What do we know about Walker? A. He is surprised at the locals’ dialect. B. He has gained a master’s degree in Henan. C. He has great skills of making acupuncture needles. D. He is a German good at traditional Chinese medicine. 5. Why did Walker come to Henan province? A. He intended to be popular online. B. Henan province is a centre for TCM. C. He desired to learn about its lifestyles. D. Henan province has rich natural resources. 6. What is the purpose of mentioning Walker’s emotional experiences? A. To show his positive changes. B. To prove the world is more peaceful. C. To introduce Chinese ancient classics. D. To share his ups and downs with the netizens. 7. Which of the following best describes Walker? A. Enthusiastic and kind. B. Courageous and calm. C. Cooperative and generous. D. Devoted and professional. C In 2024, artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape industries, economies, and daily life. The adoption of AI in sectors like healthcare, education, and finance has accelerated, driven by advancements in machine learning, natural language processing, and generative AI. A Gartner survey reveals that 80% of enterprises are now leveraging AI in some form, up from 50% in 2022, highlighting its rapid integration into business operations. One of the most notable trends in 2024 is the rise of generative AI tools, such as OpenAI’s GPT-4 and Google’s Gemini. These tools have revolutionized content creation, with 35% of companies using them for marketing, customer service, and product development, as reported by McKinsey. Additionally, the education sector has seen a surge in AI adoption, with 60% of high schools in the U.S. incorporating AI-powered platforms to personalize learning experiences, according to EdTech Magazine. However the widespread use of AI has also raised concerns. A Pew Research study found that 52% of Americans are worried about AI’s impact on jobs, particularly in industries like retail and manufacturing, where automation is replacing human labor. On the other hand, 67% of professionals believe AI will create more jobs than it displaces, as noted in a World Economic Forum report. Ethical concerns, such as data privacy and algorithmic bias, remain critical challenges. For instance, 45% of consumers in a Deloitte survey expressed distrust in AI systems due to potential misuse of personal data. In conclusion, 2024 is a pivotal (关键的) year for AI, marked by unprecedented growth and adoption across industries. While challenges like job displacement and ethical concerns persist, the potential benefits of AI in driving innovation, efficiency, and personalized solutions are undeniable. As AI continues to evolve, its impact on society will depend on how effectively we address these challenges and harness its potential for good. 8. What is a key application of generative AI tools according to McKinsey? A. Automating retail manufacturing. B. Creating content for business purposes. C. Reducing educational costs. D. Monitoring data privacy violations. 9. What can be inferred about public opinions on AI’s impact? A. Retail workers strongly support AI-driven automation. B. Consumers distrust AI solely due to algorithmic bias. C. Professionals and the general public hold conflicting views. D. Most Americans prioritize job creation over ethical concerns. 10. What does the author suggest is essential for AI’s positive societal impact? A. Accelerating technological advancements. B. Implementing strict global regulations on AI. C. Balancing innovation with ethical solutions. D. Expanding automation across industries. 11. Which is the best title for the text? A. AI in 2024: Progress and Challenges. B. Ethical Dilemmas in AI Development. C. The Unstoppable Rise of AI Technology. D How AI Transforms Education and Business. D When a snowstorm blanketed my city one December morning, I awoke, immediately put on my warmest clothes and dashed outside to build a snowman. But as I was halfway to a snow angel, I had an audience—a serious-looking couple. The moment I spotted their expressions, my face flushed with shame as I murmured an answer to their unspoken question: Don’t you have anything better to do? A middle-aged woman playing by herself in the snow is an undeniably odd sight, but maybe it shouldn’t be. New research suggests we modern adults have controlled or hidden our nature of play, and that’s causing all kinds of problems “The adult play deficit is becoming a public health crisis,” says psychiatrist and play researcher Stuart Brown, “The opposite of play isn’t work; it’s depression.” Actually, adult play can lead to useful discoveries, which is a theory supported by a study on Bali’s long-tailed monkeys. Researchers left two types of puzzle boxes for the monkeys to solve. To get the food inside, they had to either drop a rock into the container or use it to hit the box. They found the monkeys that previously had been observed dropping rocks for fun were more likely to solve the rock-dropping puzzle, while those who had discovered the joy of clacking rocks together came up with the answer to the percussive (敲击的) puzzle. This finding also suggests that somewhere, deep in our evolutionary history, a playful primitive human came up with the concept of stone tools. Even today, the urge to play underlies most of humanity’s greatest inventions, artworks and scientific breakthroughs. “When I interviewed Nobel winners, I was struck by how most of them didn’t separate work from play. Their labs were their playgrounds.” Brown says, “Play gives us the ability to cooperate and get along with people who differ from us.” So next time I’m caught playing, I know exactly what I’ll say, “I am not wasting time, or acting immaturely. I’m playing for the benefit of all humanity.” 12. What can we learn about the couple from Paragraph 1? A. They may disapprove of the author’s behavior. B. They showed great interest in the author’s act. C. They are more mature and sensible people. D. They had something better to deal with. 13. Which of the following can replace the underlined word “deficit” in Paragraph 2? A. Pressure. B. Addiction. C. Shortage. D. Disadvantage. 14. Why is the interview of Nobel winners mentioned? A. To suggest how people should play. B. To highlight the value of adult play. C. To evaluate the findings of the study. D. To introduce the study participants. 15. What message does the author intend to convey? A. Work comes before play. B. Work without play is rewarded. C. When the cat’s away, the mice will play. D. All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. 第二节（共5小题；每小题3分，满分15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。选项中有两项多余选项。 It’s not so long ago that contactless card payments were exciting and new, but the technology is already old-hat. The new, better way to pay for things in shops? By using your phone to make a contactless payment. Because traditionally, when you have paid with a card tap (轻敲) or using a chip and pin machine, ultimately the shop you are buying from will be noting down all of your card details. ____16____ And this could be a problem — it means that if the shop is hacked (侵入) or plays fast and loose with its data, you could find your card number exposed to the world. However, when you tap to pay with your device, it generates a unique ID number for that deal and sends that instead. So you can pay for your goods and the shop can get your money. ____17____ That is to say, phone payments are smarter. ____18____ If a pickpocket steals your card they can immediately use up the money. But if they get your phone, when the phone goes to pay it will typically perform a biometric check-it will ask for a finger-print or use the camera to look at your face, to check that you are who you say you are. ____19____ Because of this added security, the limit (限额) is typically higher than for contactless cards. In the UK, it’s around £ 100 for most retailers-though some shops including most supermarkets let you spend much more with just a tap of the phone. Want to give it a try? To actually set things up, go to your Wallet app and follow the instructions. ____20____ Then it will automatically recognise the numbers and connect with your bank. Usually you receive a text message with a special code on it. And then, well, you’re done. When you pay, hold your phone over the payment machine, and pay for your goods! A. It helps to build the client list. B. The setup process varies with banks. C. No one needs to share any sensitive data. D. It’s also more effective against the threat of thefts. E. And phone payments are increasingly convenient too. F. Typically this starts by scanning your card with your phone. G. Therefore, it knows which bank account to take the money from. 第二部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节 完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 When I was 15, I thought I had it all figured out. I was a straight-A student, the captain of the soccer team, and had a close-knit group of friends. But during a match, I suffered a ___21___ injury — a torn ACL. The doctor said I wouldn’t be able to play for at least a year. For someone whose identity was tied to being an ___22___, this felt like the end of the world. The months that followed were dark. I ___23___ from my friends, stopped caring about school, and spent most of my time alone. I felt like a failure, and I couldn’t see a way out. But then, something inside me ___24___. I realized I had a choice: I could either let this injury define me, or I could use it as a / an ___25___ to grow. I started small. I set ___26___ for myself — first, just getting out of bed and going to school every day. Then, I focused on my ___27___ again, finding joy in learning. I also took up new hobbies, like painting and writing, which helped me express my ___28___. But the ___29___ change came when I decided to face my fear of failure head-on. I joined a support group for teens dealing with injuries, and through that, I met others who were ___30___ similar struggles. ___31___ my story and hearing theirs made me realize I wasn’t alone. A year later, I was cleared to play soccer again. But by then, I had grown so much that the game no longer ___32___ me. I played because I loved it, not because I needed it to feel ___33___. Looking back, I realize my injury was one of the best things that ever happened to me. It forced me to ___34___ my fears, to grow in ways I never thought possible, and to discover strengths I didn’t know I had. I learned that life isn’t about avoiding ___35___ — it’s about how you climb back up. 21. A. minor B. emotional C. permanent D. severe 22. A. artist B. musician C. athlete D. writer 23. A. withdrew B. received C. learned D. borrowed 24. A. happened B. shifted C. bothered D. needed 25. A. confidence B. need C. motivation D. opportunity 26. A. rules B. records C. goals D. deadlines 27. A. health B. academics C. hobbies D. friendships 28. A. fears B. talents C. emotions D. dreams 29. A. easiest B. biggest C. fastest D. broadest 30. A. going through B. going ahead C. going along D. going for 31. A. Writing B. Reading C. Continuing D. Sharing 32. A. controlled B. limited C. defined D. inspired 33. A. worthy B. successful C. funny D. hopeful 34. A. ignore B. acknowledge C. confirm D. face 35. A. changes B. falls C. challenges D. failures 第二节 语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。 Carbon-free travel is right up there with the times, which brings a breath of fresh air to ____36____ (sustain) tourism. In New Zealand, tourists can find themselves on the windy south coast, from Wellington to Dunedin north. The challenge is ____37____ (get) around as carbon-free as possible, giving priority to walking, cycling, and public transport. Taking a train cross the North Island, you can feel Wellington is a typical kiwi city, with its shops ____38____ (line) regularly along streets. The picturesque route in the south of the island, between sea and countryside, is ____39____ blessing. The fresh, pure air washes away the stresses of everyday life. These immense landscapes are a breath of humility. You can cycle towards Dunedin, along a coastline ____40____ sea-beaten shoreline seems to have been cracked. The green hills catch the wind and roll down to the coastal road. Small towns punctuate the road as it ____41____ (wind) its way between rolling hills of scalped grass, dotted ____42____ white sheep. As soon as you arrive in Dunedin, a Scottish-influenced city, you ____43____ (attract) by the historic city — St. Paul’s Cathedral, theater and railway station. In this corner of Antarctica, ____44____ seems to be the nod is Anachronistic. Restaurants on the Octagon Square offer fantastic delicacies, the scents of which will haunt your memories when ______45______ (starve) seizes you. 第三部分 写作（共三节，满分60分） 第一节 单词拼写（共10题，每题2分，共20分） 请用本模块Unit 2-5所学的单词的正确形式填空 46. The government has ___________ (刺激) the market by investing in infrastructure.(根据汉语提示单词拼写) 47. The movie, originally ___________ (发行) in 2020, is now available on streaming platforms. (根据汉语提示单词拼写) 48. She has always been known for her ___________ (容忍的) attitude towards others’ mistakes. (根据汉语提示单词拼写) 49. His ___________ (热情的) speech inspired everyone in the audience. (根据汉语提示单词拼写) 50. In the meeting, the project manager ___________ (分配) tasks based on individual strengths. (根据汉语提示单词拼写) 51. The lawyer argued that her client was ___________ (无辜的) and deserved justice. (根据汉语提示单词拼写) 52. The student ___________(背诵) the poem perfectly during the competition. (根据汉语提示单词拼写) 53. These ___________ (政策) could ensure economic and social stability. (根据汉语提示单词拼写) 54. The breaking news was ___________ (广播) live to millions of viewers. (根据汉语提示单词拼写) 55. The new training program has ___________(增强) the team’s performance. (根据汉语提示单词拼写) 第二节 应用文写作（满分15分） 56. 假设你是李华，在校内健康主题演讲比赛中担任选手，请以“Healthy Weight Loss for Teens”为题写一篇演讲稿。 内容包括：1. 青少年盲目减肥的危害； 2. 提出科学建议（饮食/运动/心理……） 注意：1. 写作词数应为80词左右；2. 开头已给出，不计入总词数 Dear teachers and fellow students, _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第三节 读后续写（满分25分） 57. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写一段，使之构成一篇完整短文。 Cookies for Forgiveness Last week, a U-Haul truck pulled up across the street, and a college student unloaded a Ping-Pong table onto his front lawn. To most, it might seem harmless, but to me, it was a trigger. In my town, a Ping-Pong table on a lawn isn’t just for games — it’s a beer-pong table, a symbol of late-night noise and chaos. Years ago, my husband and I lived near the university, surrounded by students who turned beer pong into a lifestyle. The thumping bass and laughter kept us awake night after night. We eventually moved to a quieter neighborhood, at great expense, to escape it. So, when I saw that table, memories of those sleepless nights flooded back. Anger bubbled up inside me, hot and uncontrollable. I marched over, past the table, and knocked on the student’s door. I demanded he remove it, expecting him to apologize. Instead, he met my rage with defiance. “Who are you to tell me what to do?” he shot back. His words only fueled my fury. I yelled things I didn’t mean, my voice sharp with profanity (脏话). My husband, sensing trouble, pulled me away before things escalated further. The rest of the day, I seethed (强忍怒火). But by morning, shame replaced anger. I shuddered as I replayed the confrontation in my mind. Why couldn’t I keep my cool? Why did I let something so trivial ignite me? I’ve always struggled with anger—it runs in my family—but I’ve worked hard to change. Therapy, meditation, journaling—I’ve tried them all. Yet, there I was, yelling at a stranger over a Ping-Pong table. I knew I had to make it right. I turned to what I do best: baking. I pulled out a batch of frozen peanut butter chocolate chunk cookie dough I’d made weeks earlier. The dough balls were my secret weapon, ready to transform into warm, comforting cookies at a moment’s notice. As the cookies baked, the house filled with their sweet, buttery aroma. I let them cool, then arranged them on a plate, my hands trembling. 注意：（1）续写词数应为100词左右；（2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 I walked across the street, past the offending table, and knocked on the student’s door. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 广州市第十六中学2024学年第二学期高中中段教学质量反馈 高二年级英语试卷 命题人：谭建华 审核人：谭建华 （试卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟） 第Ⅰ卷 第一部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分60分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题3分，满分45分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项A、B、C和D中，选出最佳选项。 A 【1~3题答案】 【答案】1 C 2. D 3. B B 【4~7题答案】 【答案】4. D 5. B 6. A 7. D C 【8~11题答案】 【答案】8. B 9. C 10. C 11. A D 【12~15题答案】 【答案】12. A 13. C 14. B 15. D 第二节（共5小题；每小题3分，满分15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。选项中有两项多余选项。 【16~20题答案】 【答案】16. G 17. C 18. D 19. E 20. F 第二部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节 完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 【21~35题答案】 【答案】21. D 22. C 23. A 24. B 25. D 26. C 27. B 28. C 29. B 30. A 31. D 32. C 33. A 34. D 35. B 第二节 语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 【36~45题答案】 【答案】36. sustainable 37. to get 38. lined 39. a 40. whose 41. winds 42. with 43. will be attracted 44. what 45. starvation 第三部分 写作（共三节，满分60分） 第一节 单词拼写（共10题，每题2分，共20分） 请用本模块Unit 2-5所学的单词的正确形式填空 【46题答案】 【答案】motivated 【47题答案】 【答案】released 【48题答案】 【答案】tolerant 【49题答案】 【答案】enthusiastic 【50题答案】 【答案】allocated 【51题答案】 【答案】innocent 【52题答案】 【答案】repeated##recited 【53题答案】 【答案】policies 【54题答案】 【答案】broadcast 【55题答案】 【答案】enhanced 第二节 应用文写作（满分15分） 【56题答案】 【答案】Dear teachers and fellow students, Today, I’d like to talk about healthy weight loss for teens. Blindly dieting to lose weight can harm our growth and lead to eating disorders. To lose weight healthily, we should first maintain a balanced diet that includes various fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains. Additionally, regular exercise, such as jogging or swimming, not only helps burn calories but also releases stress. More importantly, remember that everyone’s body is different, so don’t compare yourself with others. Love your body and stay positive. Let’s pursue a healthy lifestyle together! Thank you! 第三节 读后续写（满分25分） 【57题答案】 【答案】 I walked across the street, past the offending table, and knocked on the student’s door. When he opened it, surprise flickered across his face. I took a deep breath and said, “I owe you an apology. My outburst yesterday was completely out of line, and I hope you can forgive me.” Holding out the plate of cookies, I added, “These are for you. I baked them as a peace offering.” He stared at the cookies, then at me, and a small smile spread across his lips. “I’m sorry too,” he replied. “I should have been more understanding.” As we shared the cookies on his front steps, chatting about our lives, the Ping-Pong table no longer seemed like a threat. Instead, it became a reminder that kindness and forgiveness can turn conflicts into connections. 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$