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海南州高级中学 2024——2025学年第二学期 高二期中英语 本套试卷满分 150分，考试时间 120分钟。 出卷人：毛晓君 审卷人：巨克峰 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 does the woman think of Amy? A. She is smart. B. She is reliable. C. She is long-tongued. 2. Where does the conversation probably take place? A. In a gym. B. At the help desk. C. In a clothing store. 3. What prevented the woman from picking up the man? A. The lost ring. B. The dead phone. C. The unexpected find. 4. What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A. Boss and secretary. B. Husband and wife. C. Customer and salesperson. 5. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. An athlete. B. A country. C. An event. 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. How much did the woman pay for her shoes? A. $35. B. $70. C. $140. 7. What did the shop assistant forget? A. To switch on the computer. B. To put the price on the shoes. C. To change the price in the computer. 听第 7段材料，回答第 8、9题。 8. What is the man doing? A. Asking for help. B. Making a complaint. C. Doing the woman a favor. 9.What did the woman do in the end? A. She reentered her username. B. She wrote Amazon an email. C. She changed her password. 听第 8段材料，回答第 10至 12题。 10. What has Maria decided to do? A. Move to a new place. B. Overcome her shyness. C. Enjoy American dramas. 11. What is the woman's attitude towards Maria's decision? A. Supportive. B. Disapproving. C. Understanding. 12. Who is Joe probably? A. Maria’s neighbor. B. Maria’s husband. C. Maria’s colleague. 听第 9段材料，回答第 13至 16题。 13. Where can the man volunteer? A. In China. B. In Brazil. C. In Africa. 14. What does the man plan to do in June? A. Attend a wedding. B. Start volunteering. C. Get on with his work. 15. What has the man been doing in the past six years? A. He’s been traveling a lot. B. He’s been assisting his manager. C. He’s been doing project management. 16.What is the minimum cost of a two-week volunteer package including flights? A.￡450. B.￡650. C.￡800. 听第 10段材料，回答第 17至 20题。 17. What is Mr. James probably? A. A designer. B. An engineer. C. An accountant. 18. Which department needs new staff at Pacific Clothing? A. Design. B. Sales. C. Production. 19. Why does Pacific Clothing need practically-minded people? A. To design some bestsellers. B. To maintain the product quality. C. To control the company’s spending. 20. What will probably be talked about next? A. Working benefits. B. Various professions. C. Required qualifications. 第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分 50分） 第一节 （共 15小题；每小题 2.5分，满分 37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A Clearwater Marine Aquarium (海洋水族馆) Camps For campers aged between 10 and 18 Camp 1 Learn and observe how we care for our animals. Participate in a camp Q & A session with a dolphin care team member while learning how we teach new behaviors. Camp 2 Set out on an adventure to discover the plants and animals that make up Florida’s diverse coastal ecosystems and observe different ecosystems at a local nature park. Camp 3 Join this camp program where you can learn more about the daily operations of an aquarium. Through this experience, campers will get an inside look at various departments at our aquarium and discover potential paths to enter this competitive field. Camp 4 Do you have what it takes to become an ocean guardian? Learn all about the major issues facing creatures in the ocean and what you can do to help protect our ocean’s future. Campers will also get hands-on experience with marine conservation projects. Price: $240/ person/ program Duration: June 1—5, 2025, 8:30 am — 4:00 pm Just a Reminder: ●Camp equipment packs are available for purchase at the check-in. ●Each camper will receive a camp shirt and a pair of shorts on the first day of the camp and is requested to wear them every day. ●Lunches must be purchased for these days. ●Parents shouldn’t follow, attend, or volunteer in our camp programs. Refund Policy: In the event of a cancellation, an 80% refund will be issued if the written cancellation request is received 15 days or more before the first day of the camp. Cancellations 14 to 5 days prior to the camp start will receive a refund of 50% of the cost. Cancellations 4 — 0 days before the camp start won’t receive a refund. Visit our website at www.clearwateraquariumcamps.com to register. 21. Which camp is the most helpful for future work in an aquarium? A. Camp 1. B. Camp 2. C. Camp 3. D. Camp 4. 22. What should be noted about the camp programs? A. They require uniform clothing. B. They provide camp equipment for free. C. They allow parents to accompany campers. D. They permit campers to bring packed lunches. 23. How much is the refund if you cancel 10 days before the camp? A. $240. B. $192. C. $120. D. $48. B I was always the type of individual who hated being called on in class. It was not due to a lack of knowledge — I was, in fact, quite good at grasping the material. Rather, I disliked the spotlight（聚光灯）being cast upon me. Moreover, I had few friends, and being overweight since childhood often made me the target of jokes. I’ve found a way to change all that. It began when a teacher suggested that I try out for the basketball team. Initially, I didn’t take the idea seriously at all. Being chubby (圆胖 的), I just knew that I’d only embarrass myself. But because the teacher — a favorite with me — kept insisting I “go for it”, I decided to give it a try. When I first started attending the practice sessions, I really didn’t have a good handle on the game of basketball. To be honest, the rules of the game were a mystery to me. Luckily, I wasn’t the only one “new” to the game, so I resolved to do my best at each practice session. I was learning, and I was getting better even if it was little by little. Then it became more fun and more motivating. I practiced and practiced. Pretty soon the competitive part of me was winning over my chubby-kid complex（综合症）. I began to forget that I was chubby. I even discovered that my “size” wasn’t such a disadvantage at all; I could make a basket from right under the net and block at the same time! Gaining self-confidence in playing inspired me to try out other things. I have gone from “hiding” myself to raising my hand. With my new and improved self-confidence come more praises, some from teachers, and some from teammates and classmates. But these days, they also come from the face in the mirror — which is the “person” whose comments I value most. Best of all, I’m learning to really believe in myself. 24. Why did the author dislike being asked in class? A. He couldn’t figure out the answers. B. He felt uneasy about being noticed. C. He found the teaching style unappealing. D. He was engaged in developing friendships. 25. How did the author feel on hearing the teacher’s suggestion? A. Uninterested. B. Misguided. C. Appreciative. D. Confused. 26. How did playing basketball benefit the author? A. He dropped quite a bit of weight. B. He learned how to cooperate. C. He developed a funny personality. D. He became sure of himself. 27. What can be the best title for the text? A. Unlocking Confidence with Teamwork. B. The Secret to Competitive Sports Spirit. C. A Chubby Kid’s Journey of Growth. D. The Lifelong Influence of a Teacher. C Imagine finding yourself in a spoken word（口语诗歌） event (also known as performance poetry). You’re attracted by the performer on stage as he conveys his deepest thoughts to the room: Today I bought you flowers, How strange meanings can change, What was once a symbol of joy is now one of pain, A universal language for when you don’t know what to say. The crowd is attentive but far from silent. Throughout the performance, you hear clapping and cheers, expressing approval of specific lines. And then the poem ends with thunderous applause and the poet returns to his seat. The performance has ended, but its energy continues to exist throughout the night. Spoken word events are far from your standard poetry reading. Many people today think of poetry as a silent, individual act but it actually started as an oral tradition. Before mass literacy, poems and stories were shared verbally and performed to the public. In modern times, mass media provided audiences with alternative means of entertainment and the art of storytelling declined. The recent and increasing popularity of the spoken word is poetry returning to its oral roots. The spoken word helps people achieve healing and emotional balance. It shares many benefits with written poetry, including helping us organize our thoughts, process our emotions and promote self-reflection. However, it’s not just the sharing of poetry that is healing. It’s the connections that form between the audience and the poet. This adds to the degree of social connection, which is central to the essence of spoken word poetry. Poets can freely be themselves without fear of judgment. Audience members who relate to the poet’s words also feel healing. Hearing someone who shares your feelings or experiences can make you feel less alone and more connected. The spoken word is an unbelievably accessible art form. There are very few rules, and the form is interpreted fairly broadly. As long as you are performing an original piece which doesn’t include any offensive content, it will be accepted at a spoken word event. 28．Why is a spoken word performance described in the first paragraph? A．To explain the process of a spoken word event. B．To catch readers’ interest in the spoken word. C．To emphasize the value of spoken word poetry. D．To encourage audience involvement in the event. 29．What’s the core of spoken word poetry according to the passage? A．The sharing of individual poems among performers. B．The same feelings and experiences connecting people. C．The promotion of self-reflection and emotional balance. D．The extent of relationships between the poets and audience. 30．Based on the last paragraph, who will be welcome to perform spoken word events? A．Every individual with published work. B．Professional poets with published work. C．Every individual with inoffensive original work. D．Professional poets with inoffensive original work. 31．What can be the best title of the passage? A．Spoken Word: More Than Just Poetry. B．Spoken Word: A New Trend in Performances. C．Spoken Word: The Practice of Reading Aloud. D．Spoken Word: The Rising Appeal of Storytelling. D A garden constructed with “humble” clay（粘土） fashioned into 3D-printed bricks has claimed the first green medal at the Chelsea Flower Show for being the most environmentally sustainable design. The Chelsea Flower Show, a celebrated global event held annually at Chelsea, London, has been a foundation of the gardening calendar since 1913. It began as a way to show the latest trends in gardening and plant varieties. The Environmental Innovation Award is the first of its sort and goes along with the gold, silver and bronze medals awarded to the most attractive and interesting gardens. Giulio Giorgi, a first-time Chelsea designer, stated he created the green-medal-winning garden with no concrete. Most gardens contain concrete in some form and the materials they are built from often generate the highest carbon footprint. While the employment of pollinator-friendly plants, wild areas and sensible use of water are well-known easy ways to make a garden more sustainable, Giorgi said it was crucial to focus on the building materials as their carbon footprint was often overlooked. “We typically use a lot of metal, cement (水泥) and then all the energy we have to put in to build the gardens. The material in our garden is low-temperature-fired clay, a resource that can be found pretty much everywhere. We made this clay into 3D-printed bricks, connecting ancient tradition with novel practices so carbon emissions are the lowest possible, if any. The bricks keep water like a sponge and release it when drought strikes plants,” said Giorgi. Judges considered end - of - life plans for the gardens and whether materials could be reused. The 3D—printed nature of Giorgi's garden means it can easily be taken apart and put together again. As a result, when it is relocated to RHS Garden Wisley, where it will live on after the show as an educational facility, the carbon emissions will be low as no materials will be wasted. 32．What do we know about the Chelsea Flower Show? A．It values sustainability and appeal. B．It aimed to encourage outdoor fitness. C．It prohibits concrete in competing gardens. D．It has a tradition of advocating for greenness. 33．What advantage does clay have over other building materials according to Giorgi? A．It catches fire less easily. B．It’s more durable and absorbent. C．It takes less labor to produce. D．It’s eco-friendly and more available. 34．What will become of Giorgi's garden after the show? A．It’ll be sold publicly. B．It’ll serve as an urban landmark. C．It’ll be turned into a school. D．It’ll come into play in another spot. 35．What can be the best title for the text? A．Clay Bricks: Recyclable Building Material B．Chelsea Flower Show: Celebration of Gardening C．Garden with Clay Bricks: Winner of Green Medal D．Giulio Giorgi: Designer Enthusiastic about High-Tech 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。 Your identity is who or what you are and what you do. Just as the things you do, such as following popular fashion, create your identity, the things you read do too. Books, magazines or even websites you frequently read or visit influence the way you think and what you believe in. 36 For example, if you had read that littering kills the earth and contributes to pollution and that has convinced you, you will believe that littering is bad. Therefore, you will not litter. This is the message you will spread to the people around you. This will in turn cause the world around you to see you as someone who loves the earth and you will not litter no matter where you go. 37 Research has shown that reading also affects the way you interacts with people around you. Reading fiction makes you more empathetic (共情的) to the lives around you. This is because reading stories leads you to imagine situations, and this makes you understand others better. 38 You become less self-centred and more caring. People start seeing you as someone who is merciful, and that becomes part of your identity. 39 What is more important, though, is that you engage in intentional reading, paying close attention to what you feed your mind. Read autobiographies or biographies of people who inspire you if you want to be more like them. 40 If you want to be a songwriter, read more poetry! So, go on. Pick up a book today and read. A new you awaits you. A．You’d better select a book that is suitable for you. B．This becomes part of your identity — an earth-lover. C．The things you believe in, then, determine the things you do. D．If you want to be a productive writer, read more fiction books. E．This is because reading plays an important role in shaping your identity. F．Therefore, it enables you to be more tolerant and accepting of differences. G．It is important to read as it affects you to a large extent, creating your identity. 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、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处 的最佳选项。 Back in the spring of 2020, I downloaded TikTok. Little did I know that it was about to influence my life greatly. 41 , the app was very helpful, offering me fitness tips and a sense of belonging when I was alone in my room. But as time went on, the 42 algorithm (算法) began to show its dark side. It started by subtly introducing content about 43 dieting and intense workout routines. Before long, I was extra-carefully 44 every calorie, turning meals into a source of 45 . Things got worse when I moved to college, with the challenges of a new environment leaving me 46 . It was then that videos in the TikTok which 47 my self-doubt and homesickness 48 constantly. It was a turning point when I realized that TikTok was not a friend. It 49 me into a downward spiral (漩涡) of unhappiness. Finally, I made up my mind to 50 the app. Without TikTok, I found a new kind of 51 . I noticed my 52 becoming fuller as I stopped buying the products recommended by influencers(网红 ). Also, my mental health 53 as I redirected my attention to books, conversations with friends, and walks in nature, rather than the endless stream of 54 that had once dominated my life. Two years on, I have no regrets. TikTok may have its fun and useful side, but I prefer sitting 55 of my life, engaged with the real world, to being a passive passenger of its algorithm. 41．A．Traditionally B．Initially C．Frequently D．Eventually 42．A．long-lasting B．wide-spread C. once-friendly D．over-priced 43．A．extreme B．common C．difficult D．safe 44．A．including B．counting C．expanding D．releasing 45．A．interest B．pride C．strength D．stress 46．A．anxious B．occupied C．astonished D．ashamed 47．A．approved B．destroyed C．mirrored D．removed 48．A．maxed out B．missed out C．made up D．popped up 49．A．invaded B．guided C．stopped D．tempted 50．A．delete B．find C．hide D．move 51．A．assignment B．commitment C．satisfaction D．intention 52．A．wallet B．ability C．clothes D．routines 53．A．struggled B．improved C．collapsed D．lasted 54．A．adaptation B．competition C．distraction D．inspiration 55．A．at the top B．in the corner C．till the end D．behind the wheel 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。 DeepSeek, a rapidly emerging AI company founded in Hangzhou, China in 2023, 56 (reshape) the future of artificial intelligence (AI). 57 (found) by Liang Wenfeng and supported by the Chinese hedge fund High-Flyer, DeepSeek quickly became a major player in AI, gaining global attention. Initially a quiet player, DeepSeek became a disruptive force in AI with the release of its DeepSeek-R1 model, 58 (mark) a significant turning point in the industry. This shift propelled DeepSeek to challenge established tech giants and become a leader in AI. The company’s rapid 59 (grow) can be attributed to its early success in finance and its subsequent breakthroughs in AI technology. By making significant investments in AI and strategic moves, DeepSeek quickly emerged as a global force in the tech world. DeepSeek-R1 has taken the AI world by storm, outpacing competitors like OpenAI’s GPT-4 and Meta’s LLaMA 3.1. However, 60 sets DeepSeek-R1 apart is not just its performance but its remarkable cost-efficiency. DeepSeek-R1 was developed 61 just $6 million, 62 small part of the $100 million spent on developing GPT-4. Moreover, DeepSeek managed 63 (achieve) the same performance with 10 times less computational power compared to its competitors. This achievement not only solidified DeepSeek as a strong competitor 64 positioned the company as an industry leader. The performance of DeepSeek-R1 has allowed it to reach a broad user base, 65 (particular) in industries seeking high-performance AI at a lower cost. 第四部分 写作（满分 40分） 第一节 （满分 15分） 假如你是晨光中学学生会主席李津。随着外卖行业的普及，你看到身边的好多同学都 用外卖代替正餐。你觉得这不是个好习惯。请你结合以下要点，为校英文广播站撰稿： （1）常吃外卖的危害； （2）提出健康饮食的建议； （3）发出倡议。 注意： （1）词数不少于 80字左右； （2）可以适当增加细节，使内容充实、行文连贯； （3）开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。 参考词汇：外卖 takeaway Dear fellow students, _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ 第二节 （满分 25分） 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的 短文。 In a small, cozy house on Maple Street, the Johnson family lived. It was a typical modern household with its share of joys and challenges. Mr. Johnson was a devoted lawyer who often worked late into the night. Mrs. Johnson, a passionate nurse, had long work hours at the hospital. Their son, Tim, was a high school student busy with studies and after-school activities. As the clock struck eight, the family gathered around the dinner table as usual. But instead of warm conversation, there was an awkward silence. Mr. Johnson’s mind was still at the office, solving legal puzzles. Mrs. Johnson, exhausted from her day, could only think about the patients she had cared for. Tim was lost in social media on his phone. “Tim,” Mrs. Johnson said gently, “would you please pass the salt?” “Tim, did you hear me?” Mrs. Johnson was a little angry. Tim looked up, shocked. “Sorry, Mom. What’s wrong?” After getting Mrs. Johnson’s words, he handed over the saltshaker without even making any eye contact. Mr. Johnson sighed, feeling the distance between them. “How was your day, Tim?” he asked, trying to break the embarrassment. “Fine,” Tim replied, not wanting to open up about his struggles with math or the pressure of upcoming exams. The meal continued in silence, each person buried in their own world. After dinner, Tim excused himself to finish homework, while Mr. and Mrs. Johnson washed dishes side by side. Mrs. Johnson spoke softly, “We need to find a way to connect with Tim. He seems so distant lately. We can’t let this continue.” Mr. Johnson nodded. “I know. Work has been consuming me, and I haven’t been there for him like I should.” Later that night, they continued to discuss how to reconnect to their son in a way Tim might accept while Tim sat at his desk, staring blankly at his math textbook. The equations blurred together, and a sense of failure welled up inside him. The next morning, as Tim was getting ready for school, he noticed a note on the kitchen table. 注意： 1. 续写词数应为 150左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 The note read, “Tim, let’s go for a bike ride tonight. Love, Mom and Dad.” _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ From that day on, the Johnsons made efforts to create more moments like these. _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________