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西峰区兴奎高级中学2024-2025学年度第二学期期中考试 10 C 高一英语(A卷) 考试时间：120分钟 注意事项： 听下 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· 11. 第1卷（选择题） 12. 一、听力选择题（共30分） 1.Which school subject is the girl improving in? A.Biolog. B.Music. C. Geography. 2.When will the two speakers meet? 听啊 A.At 6:30 p.m. B.At 7:00 p.m C.At 7:30 p.m. 13. 3.How will the speakers go to the People's Park? B. C.By subway. 14. A.By bus. On foot." 4.Who keeps a pet snake? C A.Kevin B.Mr.White. C.Uncle James. 15. 5.When will the woman meet one of the concert organizers? A.On May 5th B.On May 8th. C.On May 25th. 16. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 6.What are the,speakers talking about? A.Environment protection. 听 方 B.Public transportation. 17. C.A birthday party 7.How does the man usually go to work? A.By bus. B.By car. C.By bike. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 18 8.What is the man's advice? A.Getting a cat from a neighbor. 19 B.Buying a'cat from a pet store. C.Getting a cat from the rescue centre. 20 9.How can the woman apply for getting a cat? 日 第1页共12页 C③扫描全能王 3亿人都在用的归猫AP阳 A.By mceting a cat owner.B.By calling the rescue centre.C.Through the Intemet. 10.What colour of cat does the woman want? A.Orange B.White. C.Brown. 听卜面-段较长对话，回答以下小题。 11.What can't Janie understand? A.ller homework.B.Her history test. C.Her English paper. 12.Who will the man help? A.Ilis father. B.His sister. C.The woman 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小趣。 13.What is Jenny doing? A.Taking a rest. B.Preparing for exams. C.Taking notes. 14.Which exam will Jenny have next week? A.History. B.English. C.Chemistry. 15.How will Jenny get to school tomorrow? A.By bike B.On foot. C.By car. 16.What is the man probably going to do next? A.Put on his glasses.B.1.ook at some questions.('T'urn on the light. 听下面一段独白，问答以下小题。 17.What do we know about the band's music? A.It is intended for young people. B.It is easy for people to dance to. C.It is much noisier than disco music. 18.How many people are there in the band now? A.Six. B.Eight. C.Twelve. 19.How did the speaker get to know the band? A.From his friend.B.From a newspaper. C.From a band member. 20.What docs the speaker do in the band? A.A singer. B.The band leader. C.A guitar player. ⑧ 第2页共12页 CS扫描全能王 亿人都在用的目猫AP时 :、阅读理解（共50分） 21 A Acting Theatre CoursesCREATIVE CREW 22 1 Duration(持续时间)one month, Saturdays,9:30 am-11:30 am or 12:15 pm-2:15 pm Price:$100 Acting is only half the battle when it comes to creating theatre.This elass will help students find the joys of theatre magic by practising the ideas of creating props ()costumes,and settings to add to 23 the stories.They'll learn how to create meaningful pieces and use them to improve their storytelling ability as performers.BROADWAY ABC'S Duration:two months Saturdays,9:30 am-11:30 am or 12:15 pm-2:15 pm Price:S200 Just like you have to learn to walk before you can run.you have to learn to project.move.and imagine things before you can sing.dance and act.Students will be learning some Broadway basics and taking their first steps towards the joys of musical plays with some of their favorite songs.ACIING II: MONOLOGUES AND SCENES Duration:two months Saturdays,9:30 am-11:15 am Price:$185 In this class.students will get to choosc and perform scenes for their favorite stories(whether they are from theatre or television).Before the class finishes.a performance will be put on in the Schilling Rehearsal Hall.Some previous acting or theatre experience is suggested although not required.MAGICAL MELODIES Duration:one month Saturdays.9:30 am-11:30 am or 12:15 pm-2:15 pm 1 Price:$135 Students will practise acting.dancing and singing skills while participating in the fun interactive skill-building activities.Each class includes specific instruetions in acting skills.Students do not need to have iaken previous classes to succeed in this course.At the end of the class.they will perform for their friends and families. 第3页共12页 0 CS扫描全能王 门亿人都在用的归播APe 21.How much will a person spend on learning to create pieces for plays? A.$100. B.$135. C.$185. D.5200. 22.What do we know about BROADWAY ABC'S? A.It focuses on basic acting skills B.It improves students'taste in music. C.It trains students to write musical plays. the D.It provides instructions based on students'ability. dd to 23.What do the last two courses have in common? ng A.Both teach singing skills. B.Both will end with a performance. C.Both require previous experience in acting. D.Both allow students to choose a favorite play to practise. igine B sing There are many volunteer opportunities to choose from.The key is to find a position that you would enjoy.It's also important to make sure that your commitment matches the organization's needs. Besides,the opportunities that match both your goals and interests are most likely to be fun and successful.Consider several volunteer possibilities Dont limit yourself to just one organization or one specific type ofjob.Try to visit different are orgarizations if necessary.Where to find volunteer opportunities Libraries or senior centers Local animal shelters,rescue organizations,or wildlife centers. Youth organizations,sports teams,and afier-school programs.How much time should you volunteer? Volunteering doesn'have to take over your life to be beneficial.In fact,research shows that just two to three hours per week,or about 100 hours a year,can be the most beneficial-to both you and your ractive chosen causes.The important thing is to volunteer only the amount of time that feels comfortable to t need you Getting the most out of volunteering rm for Ask questions.You can ask if the experience is right for your skills,your goals,and the time you have to spend. 第4页共12页 CS扫描全能王 门亿人都在用的归播APe melody and poetic lyrics showcase the beauty of Yi culture and the ongoing exploration of the moon. Their teacher,Jibu Xiaolong,founded the choir in 2017 owing to a small incident.One day,while he was playing his guitar and singing a song during the break,a group of curious children gathered around, singing along with him.The moment sparked the,idea of forming a choir.With the support of the school leadership,he began organizing a performance. Initially starting with only four students,the choir grew as more girls joined,finding joy in singing.Jibu,a music graduate from the Sichuan Conservatory of Music,returned to his hometown d after struggling in Beijing,determined to inspire children through music.He wrote songs for the choir that were not only tailored to their vocal ranges but also reflected their lives and the beauty of the natural surroundings.These songs,in both Yi and Mandarin,were about celebrating life,nature,and d hope. In 2020,the choir gained widespread attention after their videos went viral on social media, receiving over 600,000 views.This exposure brought donations of instruments,teaching materials,and e financial aid for the girls'families.But most importantly,it gave the girls confidence and hope for a brighter future.Some now even aspire to become professional singers or educators. Jibu plans to expand the choir,attract more members nationwide,and launch online training 0 programs.He also aims to collect and adapt Yi folk songs for children,spreading their culture to a a wider audience.For Jibu,seeing his students perform on China's biggest stage was a dream come true, proving that music can transcend boundaries and inspire dreams. 32.What inspired Jibu to set up a singing choir?, A.Willingness to change the girls'fate.B.Ambition to realize his music dreams. C.Cooperative singing with his students.D.Positive support of the school leaders. 33.From which aspect do the girls in the choir benefit most? A.Financial aid. B.Widespread concerns. C.Various donations. D.Improved self-assurance. 34.What is Jibu's goal for the future of the Niuniu Choir? A.To train the singers professionally.B.To promote Yi folk music further. C.To move the choir to a larger city.D.To organize a national music tour. 35.What is the most suitable title for the passage? 4 A.Little Singers Hit Right Note B.The Musical Journey of Jibu C.Yi Folk Songs Gain Popularity D.The Dreams of the Yi Singers 第7页共12页 C③扫描全能王 3亿人都在用的归播ApP 00n le he Low-carbon living is about fighting climate change by saving resources and reducing emissions ound. (of greenhouse gases.After all,a healthier planet is also healthier for us! 36 Besides f the turing off lights,recycling paper and plastics,there's still a lot more we can do. Check before you buy.Not all electrical devices (are designed for ideal energy efficiency. y in Even if two rice cookers share the same features,the amount of energy they require to run on may be own different.3 Check for energy labels ()when we're buying energy-efficient products! hoir Shut electrical equipment off.38.Turning off your computer beyond working hours for the a month is equal to charging your phone 1,000 times.Reducing your monitor brightness by 20%for a and day also matters much.The amount of energy saved by shutting off unused lights and TV during non-working hours for a year can save a lot of energy. dia, 39 Transportation is the second largest source of greenhouse gases,and we all know the and environmental benefits of using mass public transport.But if you need a private vehicle,there are also or a low-carbon options.For example,electric vehicles(EVs)produce zero emissions Treat c-waste properly.Responsible waste management is key to a green lifestyle,and one type ing of waste is often ignored:e-waste.Discarded devices can cause disasters to the environment o a and our health,as they contain poisonous chemicals.40 ue, A.Say no to private vehicles. B.Travel in a wiser and smarter way. C.Do you often leave your computer on after work? D.By reducing our carbon footprint,we'll have a cleaner world. E.Why not give them a second life by gifting them to those in need? F.That means you're paying extra for the same functions performed. G.Instead of throwing them around,bring them to special recycling points. 第卷（非选择题） .三、完形填空（共15分） I had always hoped to travel to Hawaii but couldn't afford it.By chance,a friend 4 "pet sitting",a service to help look after pets when owners are away from homes.I quickly began 42 opportunities on a pet sitting website.There were only a couple of sits available,but I tried my luck,sent an43,waited a few days and44 landed a three-month job in a beautiful house. 第8页共12页 CS扫描全能王 3亿人都在用的归播ApP Don!be afraid to make a change.Don't force yourself into a bad fit or feel forced to stick with a volunteer role you dislike.Talk to the organization about changing your focus or look for a different organization that's a better fit. Enjoy yourself.If you're not enjoying yourself,ask yourself why.Finding what's bothering you can help you decide how to go forward. 24.What might be the most important for a person to be a volunteer? A.His safety.B.His family. C.His salaries. D.His interests and goals. 25.How much time is needed to volunteer according to the passage? A.2 months a year. B.10 hours a day C.2 or 3 weeks a month. D.The amount of time suitable to you. 26.What should you do when the voluntary work is not what you expect? A.Ask questions. B.Find the reason. C.Look for a new post. D.Enjoy every day as usual. 27.What does the passage mainly talk about? A.How to apply for a job. B.What to expect from a voluntary position. C.How to find the right volunteer opportunity. D.How much time to spend on the volunteering cause. C Amsterdam has long had a problem with people leaving bikes here and there.But now,people will be able to park their bikes underwater thanks to a new underwater bike parking area.The city is hoping to ease bike parking by adding thousands of bike parking spots under Amsterdam's Central Station. The Open Haven Front storage is set to open on January 26 with free bike parking for up to 24 hours,and inexpensive lorg-term choices available as well.It also comes with easy access to the Central Station for those who need to commute (by bus or train,plus easy on-foot access te work in the busy part of the city. "It's great that people can jump on their bikes,get to the station and continue their journey seamlessly."Jeroen Wienen,a spokesperson for ProRail,said of the project in an interview."The 第5页共12页 CS扫描全能王 3亿人都在用的归播ApP with a Netherlands is a real cycling country.A lot of people come to the station by bike,and we don't want all fierent those bikes lying around." This new underwater station took several years and more than 60 million Euros to build.The ng you shelters will be the largest in the city,with the Open Haven Front storage able to take 7,000 bicycles. To build the station,a lake had to be emptied to make room for the underwater storage facility () but when you live in a country where there are more bikes than people,finding a place to store them all is pretty important.In fact,another facility for an extra 4,000 bikes-cheaper at only 25 million Euros to build-also recently opened in Amsterdam.In recent years,the city spent 85 million Euros on bike parking alone! And perhaps more important than simply adding bike storage is the idea of closing the gap between cycling and train travel.Making the two run well together allows more people to cycle to the train station,rather than drive to work. 28.What worries the Amsterdam government according to Paragraph 1? A.Road safety.B.Heavy traffic.C.Bike parking.D.Car pollution. 29.What can be learned about the Open Haven Front storage? A.It is really affordable B.It is above a river. C.It is the largest worldwide. D.It rents out bikes cheaply. 30.What does the underlined word "seamlessly"in Paragraph 3 mean? A.Slowly. B.Smoothly. C.Aimlessly. D.Awkwardly. 31.Why are the numbers listed in Paragraph 4? A.To compare the two underwater facilities people B.To stress the challenge of building the station. city is C.To state the popularity of bikes in Amsterdam. Central D.To show the government's support for the project. p to 24 D sto the te work The Niuniu Choir,from a small village in Puge County,Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province,captured hearts both at home and abroad during their performance at the CCTV jourey Spring Festival Gala on January 28,where the children's sweet and innocent voices stole the spotlight. "The The 38 girls,aged 7 to 14,dressed in traditional Yi costumes,sang Jade Plate.The graceful 第6页共12页 C③扫描全能王 3亿人都在用的归播ApP I once was extremely troubled and felt uncertain about myself after I kept failing the math exams. One day.I decided to knock on her door. "Mrs.Thompson.I have been trying my best."I said.with my cyes fixing on the floor."But I just feel that I am stuck." I explained what I had done for my last math test.and told her my anxicty about the upcoming college examination. "My friends scem to advance effortlessly through their studies."I added."But I'm struggling to survive.The fear that I'm falling behind only deepens my sense of hopelessness." Mrs.Thompson listened with patience.Afier I finished.she handed me a seedling (in a pot. "Let's plant this in the garden,"she said gently."Water it every day and make sure it gets enough sunlight.Please don't focus on its progress.Just trust that it's growing." We took it to the garden in the school and planted it in a elearing so that it could get enough sunlight.Every day atter school.I faithfully watered the iittle plant but resisted the urge to look for some signs that my efforts were making a difterence. A few weeks later.a tiny yellow flower caught my attention when I bent to water it.It was so pretty in the fading sunlight that I flew to Mrs.Thompson's office and told her the good news. "Mrs.Thompson!It's flowering!"I shouted. "Let's go and check on the plant."Mrs.Thompson said. 注意：1.续河数应为150个左右： 2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 As we approached the clearing.I was still filled with excitement. 第11页共12页 O C③扫描全能王 门亿人都在用的归播APP exanis Inspired hy her words.my hopelessness was replaced by a sense of confidence and optimism. ut l just coming gling to 1 a pot. enough enough ok for was so 第12页共12页 CS扫描全能王 3亿人那在用的目播Ape