重庆市为明中学2024-2025学年高二下学期半期考试英语试题

绝密★启用前 重庆市为明学校高2026届高二下半期考试卷 英语 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。 听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。 1.When will the woman probably go to the mall? A.This Friday. B.This Saturday. C.This Sunday. 2.What impressed the man about last night's concert? A.The light show. B.The guitar performance. C.The lead singer's voice. 3.Why is the woman happy? A.She passed her driving test. B.She made a wonderful dinner C.She completed a presentation. 4.What is probably the man? A.A coach. B.A doctor. C.An athlete. 5.What are the speakers mainly discussing? A.Things they are good at. B.Interests they want to develop. C.Ways to help them stay active. 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。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6.What was the man's first stop during his trip? A.Suzhou. B.Huzhou. C.Zhangjiajie. 7.What interests the woman about Anji white tea? A.Its health benefits. B.Its color change C.Its flavor. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8.Where is the man? 第11 A.In the kitchen. B.In the bathroom. C.In the bedroom. 9.What did the woman do first after getting home? A.She did the laundry B.She took a shower. C.She made a call. 10.How does the woman feel in the end? A.Disappointed. B.Relieved. C.Confused. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11.Who did the woman usually watch Friends with? A.Her roommates. B.Her mother. C.Her sister. 12.Which aspect of The Crown does the woman find appealing? A.The insights into royal life B.The complex characters. C.The awkward humor. 13.What does the man think of The Office? A.Touching. B.Entertaining. C.Boring. 听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。 14.What does Tina say about students starting their own businesses? A.It ensures that they learn more valuable skills B.It promotes the economic development of the country. C.It develops their character and encourages their creativity. 15.How did Jessica support her argument? A.By introducing successful college entrepreneurs. B.By highlighting the high failure rate of startups. C.By listing the advantages of having a stable job. 16.Who talked about the financial burden of starting a business? A.Ethan. B.Dylan. C.Tom. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17.At what age did Tillman take her first college class? A.10. B.17. C.18. 18.What did Tillman study in the College of Lake County? A.Math. B.Engineering. C.Psychology. 19.Where did Tillman earn her Master of Science degree? A.In Arizona. B.In Maine. C.In New York State. 20.What is Tillman's next plan? A.Pursuing another doctorate. B.Getting a job at a school. C.Expanding her organization. 第二部分阅读（共两节，满分50分) 第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A Essential Tips for Renting a Car in Germany Planning to rent a car and fly down the German motorway?Gather top tips here and find the best rental car for your trip through Germany. Quick Tips Search for rental cars before you fly to Germany,and book your car in advance.You will get better rates than booking upon arrival.German cars usually come with a manual transmission ()If you prefer an automatic transmission,ask the rental company and most can accommodate you.Rental cars are available at all airports and most major rail stations as well as locations in major cities. Driver's Requirements To rent a car in Germany,you need a valid driver's license from your home state or province.Visitors may also consider getting an International Driving Permit as a companion document. However,it is not required for Germany.If you would like to continue to drive after six months to one year in Germany,you must obtain a German license.The legal driving age in Germany is 18,but usually,drivers have to be over 21 to rent a car. Charges Base rates vary wildly depending on the length of time of rental,the age of driver,destination,and location of rental.Shop around to find the best price.Note that charges usually don't include the 16% Value Added Tax(VAT),registration fee,or any airport fees.These additional fees may equal up to 25% of the daily rental. 21.Why is it advised to book a car before arriving in Germany? A.To keep the car available in major cities B.To get a relatively low price of car rental. C.To enjoy a high standard of rental service. D.To rent a car with an automatic transmission. 22.What is necessarily required to rent a car in Germany? A.Obtaining a valid German license B.Having one-year driving experience. 第2页共( C.Being at least twenty-one years old. D.Getting an International Driving Permit. 23.Which factor may influence the base rental charges? A.VAT. B.Parking fee. C.Registration fee. D.Rental duration. B During 20 years of stacking()shelves with goods at his family's supermarket in Pollenca on the Spanish island of Mallorca,Jose Luis-Reig,known as Pep,never gave a thought to the academic world.It was only when visiting the classrooms and passages of mainland universities with his two teenage daughters that he suddenly felt himself at home among the books and atmosphere of learning. After school Pep had intended to do a degree in biology at Barcelona University but had been called on to help run the family business instead. But the question of"What's my role in life?"still kept coming back to him.It wasn't until a year later that the answer suddenly struck him.When he was at school,other children would come to him with their problems.He developed a reputation and so was invited onto local radio,where the interviewer said,"You're like a young psychologist." Pep was no stranger to change..The family business had originally been a sawmill(锯木厂)，but when Pep,then 27,was asked if he wanted to take over,he decided to transform the mill into the town's first supermarket. One day in the shop,what the radio presenter said came back to him.After running the idea past his family,he applied to university in Palma to study psychology and,aged 46,was accepted. "I had to get used io being much older than all the other students,"he says."In fact,I was older than my professor.But I believe disadvantages can always be advantages.And I ended up helping the others because I'd had more life experience that carries psychological impact,which could reflect classroom theory. Pep came top of his year and impressed his tutors so much that he was offered a job researching and teaching,which he stiii does while studying for a master's in neuropsychology.Now 52,and still in the job,he adds,"My only regrct is not having done it earlier. 24.What can we know about Pep in the first paragraph? A.He felt relaxed in the academic atmosphere. B.He visited his daughters'universities frequently. 共6页 C.He supported his daughters by arranging shelves. D.He never quit the thought of going to mainland colleges. 25.What was Pep's answer to the question of his role in life? A.To win a reputation. B.To study psychology. C.To take over his family business. D.To cure children of their problems. 26.What inspired Pep to apply to the university in Palma at 46? A.His pursuit of a better career. B.His classmates'encouragement. C.The radio presenter's comment. D.The proposal of the family members. 27.Which quality might have helped Pep a lot in the university? A.Integrity. B.Self-discipline. C.Sensitivity. D.Optimism. C A new study,led by Dr Steven Stagg of Anglia Ruskin University (ARU),found the benefits of letter--spacing and coloured overlays(徐层)among a group of dyslexic(诵读困难的)and non-dyslexic children.It discovered that text with increased space between letters provided a benefit for both groups of children.On average,the dyslexia group showed a 13%increase in reading speed,while the comparison group of non-dyslexic children showed a 5%increase in reading speed. The study involved 59 children aged between 11 and 15,32 of whom had dyslexia,with 27 non-dyslexic children forming a control group.The participants were from six UK schools in Cambridgeshire,Hertfordshire and London. Participants read four texts with either standard or extra-large letter-spacing,both with and without a coloured overlay.The children were instructed to read these texts out loud while being recorded.The recordings were used to measure the number of errors they made-specifically missed words,added words,wrong words,and pronunciation-as well as the participants'reading time. In addition to improving reading speed of children with and without dyslexia,the larger letter-spacing also resulted in a significant reduction in the number of words being missed by the children with dyslexia.Dr Stagg said,"We believe that extra-large letter-spacing reduces what is known as the'crowding effect,which can prevent the recognition ofieters and reduce reading speed." When viewed in the context of previous research,the findings strongly suggcst that teaching professionals should be confident that all children will be helped by increased letter-spacing in reading materials.It's a relatively simple change for teachers to make when they produce handouts and exercises,and children with dyslexia won't feel singled out by the introduction of specially adapted 第3页 reading materials,as this change is something that everyone can benefit from. The study showed colored overlays didn't affect reading speed or error reduction in children. Despite this,Dr.Stagg recommends using them,as they might improve reading stamina(). 28.What does the new study focus on according to Paragraph 1? A.Certain factors helping improve children's reading ability. B.The gap in children's reading ability. C.Ways of examining children's comprehension. D.The features of dyslexia. 29.What did the researchers do during the study? A.They asked children to document the reading material. B.They taught children some reading skills. C.They studied the recordings of children's reading. D.They observed children's performances in class. 30.How are children with dyslexic affected by the"crowding effect"? A.They may read materials faster than usual. B.They may make more mistakes when reading. C.They are forced to reflect on themselves more. D.They are willing to spend more time reading. 31.What is mainly discussed in Paragraph 5? A.The significance of previous dyslexia children research. B.The practicability and benefits of specially adapted reading materials. C.The suggestions and expectations from teaching professionals. D.The necessity of paying attention to children with dyslexia. D Muscums are echoes of history that go bcyond time and space.Recently,they have been attracting more and more visitors excited to experience culture directly.To meet the different and personalized needs of visitors,new methods,models and content have appeared,driving an increase in “museum tourism”. The widespread use of digital technology has not only reduced the upkeep costs of cultural objects but also greatly cut down the geographical and physical boundaries of cultural resources, improving the visitor experience. Technologies like XR glasses and 3D displays able to be enjoyed without special equipment are becoming key tools for interaction,enhancing the museum visitor experience.In July,the Shandong Art Museum hosted the“Endless Sea'”AI digital art exhibition,China's first marine-themed(海洋主题的) art show to use a new Al-generated content and user-generated content model,offering a deep, multi-layered experience. Most museums rely on human or electronic guides.While human guides are interactive,they can be expensive.Electronic guides,on the other hand,often lack excitement and the "human touch".In response,some museums have started trying out"digital-human"guides who can show maps,introduce exhibition,explain historical backgrounds,serve as brand ambassadors and mix historical atmosphere with modern elements.The digital-human guide is a new method designed to shift visitors from passive listening to active interaction,adding a high-tech element to cultural exchanges. By using advanced technology and increasing global teamwork,museums are quickly becoming lively platforms offering deeper,more engaging cultural experiences.By combining tradition with modernization,museums are not only preserving history but also shaping the future of cultural engagement(参与). 32.What does the underlined word "upkeep"most likely mean in paragraph 2? A.visiting B.maintaining C.selling D.t女ansporting 33.Why does the author mention"Endless Sea"AI digital art exhibition? A.To show that technologies are adopted in museums. B.To reveal the marine-themed art trend in China. C.To highlight a specific artwork in the exhibition. D.To prove that AI technology is more interactive. 34.What is special about the digital-human guide? A.It is too expensive. B.It lacks human touch C.It is widely used in museums. D.It brings about active interaction. 35.What is the main idea of this text? A.Museum tourism is increasing rapidly. B.Technologies are reducing museum quality. C.New museum innovations offer deeper engagement. D.Museums are facing greater challenges from technology. 前4面共6了 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。选项中有两项为多余选项。 Wisdom is not just a good quality to have but it is also very necessary.It is a wonderful accumulation of experience,knowledge,and good judgment.36 Open Yourself to the New Variety is the spice of life and experiencing new opportunities is also how you gain wisdom.You can try learning new skills or going to new places.You need to be receptive to different views and never base your perspective on the one that is the most comfortable for you.37You also need to meet new people and cultivate new friendships,which will be extremely beneficial for your future. Never Back away from Learning 38Take new classes,read books,listen to educational podcasts and surf the Internet to clear out your problems,all of which will strengthen your critical-thinking skills and thus you will be able to tackle a problem from different angles,making everything easier. 39 You obviously want to grow and do better in life,right?The best way is to have wise people as your tutors.They can be teachers,family members,colleagues,and even special friends.Find out what makes them wiser than you,then engage in useful dialog with them.The more time you spend with them,the more transfer of knowledge there will be.Absorbed in their knowledge as much as you can, you won't regret it! Learn and Grow from Your Mistakes All of us make mistakes in life,but it is the acknowledgment of mistakes that makes us grow and do better next time.Whenever we make a mistake,living on our shortcomings won't get us anywhere. We can reflect upon what made us fail,so that we may improve ourselves.40 A.Turn to Others for Help B.Draw upon the Wisdom of Others. C.You must develop a thirst for knowledge. D.Remember,your past is always your best teacher. E.Talk to yourself gently that everyone makes mistakes. F.Instead,train your mind to be a space for different ideas. G.Let's discuss some simple yet amazing ways to be wiser in life. 第三部分语言运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共15小题，每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最 佳选项。 Sixteen-year-old Parkes Long is on a mission to ensure unhoused people have healthy vision.Her project,the I Wanna See Project,makes free eye care and glasses 41to them. Parkes'inspiration came from her own experience with42 issues that began when she was 7.She struggled to see her friends on the playground and often 43 things at home.Her parents took her to hospital,where she was prescribed(开处方)_44· "The first time I put them on,I was 45at how clearly everything looked,"Parkes said.As she grew older and became more aware of social inequality,she became worried about those who -46something as essential as clear vision."What if people donate unused glasses so others could see clearly?"She47the idea.Her mother was supportive and helped her make a plan of 48 They started with a drive to collect glasses through social media and 49 drop boxes in their community,receiving 75 pairs of glasses.After her story was50 on TV,the project gained more support.To ensure the donated glasses were51matched with the right individuals, Parkes carefully observed the process and even worked with doctors to52the glasses. Looking ahead,Parkes envisions long-term goals for the I Wanna Sec Project,including 53 it to other states. "The 54. she showed was really touching,"Parkes'mother rcmarked."Despite her tight schedule,she remains 55 to improving the life of many people." 41.A.accessible B.practical C.necessary D.helpful 42.A.financial B.mental C,visual D.academic 43.A.ran into B.stared at C.searched for D.moved around 44.A.medicine B.glasses C.surgery D.examinations 45.A.puzzled B.amazed C.amused D.frightened 46.A.depend on B.care about C.suffer from D.go without 47.A.understood B.considered C.raised D.valued 48.A.treatment B.action C.budget D.assessment 第5页并 49.A.filled B.opened C.placed D.piled 50.A.aired B.adapted C.continued D.invented 51.A.quickly B.randomly C.frequently D.effectively 52.A.donate B.produce C.exchange D.distribute 53.A.linking B.transporting C.expanding D.attaching 54.A.sympathy B.courage C.patience D.optimism 55.A.suited B.addicted C.related D.committed 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 For so many years,our world has operated in a set cycle:work,earn money,spend it,and repeat. In the process,56 accumulation of unnecessary items will quickly lose their appeal and end up gathering dust.However,a powerful shift towards sustainability is now underway.The sharing economy,all about bonding people and resources,57(become)very popular in Europe during the past decades. In Germany,58(drive)by the country's strong environmental consciousness and commitment to sustainability,the sharing economy has been embraced,giving rise to numerous platforms and services.For example,some popular car-platforms like Drivy showcase the59 (market)potential for collaborative and waste-reducing innovations. And this is not just limited to businesses;it places greater emphasis 60 ordinary individuals and communities.People are increasingly using thrift stores,donation stations and digital platforms 61(exchange)their unwanted items for free. One such platform is GoHardcover,which revolutionizes book sharing by allowing readers to easily lend and borrow books,thus62(form)a sustainable sharing cycle that reduces waste and carbon cmissions.Users can create virtual63(bookshelf)to share their collections and explore other books from fellow readers,64makes literature more accessible and fosters a growing number of book lovers. The sharing economy is creating a more sustainable,resource-efficient and connected future,where more individual participation will pave the way for a 65 (bright)future.