内蒙古自治区赤峰市松山区2024-2025学年高二下学期5月期中英语试题

2024-2025学年第二学期期中学业水平检测 高二英语试题 2025.05 注意事项： 1．本试卷分笔试和听力两部分。考生先作答笔试部分（21小题开始），然后作答听力部分（1-20小题）。答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名和考生号填写清楚，将条形码准确粘贴在相应位置。本试卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟。 2．考生将笔试部分答案写在英语笔试答题卡上，听力部分答案写在英语听力答题卡上。写在试卷上无效。 笔试部分 一、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 Humans are always exploring new ways to feel, look and live better. As with everything else in life, our approach to keeping fit and healthy has evolved over time. For as long as people have been exercising, we have been finding enjoyable and exciting ways to work out. Some trends have stood the test of time while others faded away. Here are five iconic fitness trends through the decades: Hula hooping-1950s Hula hooping was a pastime for ancient Egyptians and Greeks. It rose in popularity in the 1950s when California toy company Wham-O successfully marketed a plastic version of the hula hoop, promising to help burn calories and slim waistlines. While the craze died out quickly, the hula hoop continues to be used as an effective exercise tool and for leisure. Spinning-1990s Spinning launched a cycling revolution in the 1990s which continues to this day, thanks to big-name gyms which have made cycling on stationary bikes a party for participants. Colour-changing lights, high-energy music and enthusiastic instructors have turned spin classes into a lively group activity which has attracted fans around the world. CrossFit-2000s CrossFit has been a firm favourite in the fitness scene since the 2000s. The activity is competitive yet communal, with scores being tracked on a board. Classes typically last an hour or less, making each session an intense and time-efficient workout which many are able to fit into their busy schedules. HIIT-2020s HIIT, which stands for High Intensity Interval Training, gained popularity during the Covid-19 pandemic, along with the rise of home workouts. Exercises, done in short, intense bursts, aim to build strength and endurance. It can be done through free online classes without any equipment, making it an affordable workout at home. 1. Why did hula hooping become popular in the 1950s? A. It was an ancient tradition. B. It was believed to lose weight. C. It was easy to learn. D. It was a competitive class. 2. What made spinning classes fun in the 1990s? A. Long workout sessions. B. Outdoor cycling routes. C Free bikes for all students. D. Loud music and exciting atmosphere. 3. What is the main purpose of the article? A. To explain how fitness trends changed over time. B. To advertise the newest workout programs in gyms. C. To compare the benefits of different exercise trends. D. To criticize short-lived fitness crazes throughout history. B I used to be the resolute resolution-maker. Even as a child, I was always goal-oriented and loved the feeling of accomplishing things, and every January 1st, I would dutifully sit down and write out my resolutions for the upcoming year. I always picked big goals, like: In the new year, I will lose 50 pounds! And run a marathon! And have a picture-perfect home! Oh, and be the best parent ever who never yelled at my children! The problem? I never accomplished those resolutions. I’d start out strong, but by February or March, I’d be out of willpower and I’d slide quietly back into my old habits. Every winter, I’d feel guilty and ashamed, looking back at all of the amazing things... I didn’t do. Two years ago, I started experiencing severe stomach pain: The doctors weren’t sure what was causing it, and they finally scheduled a surgery to figure it out. But before I could have the surgery, I found a lump (肿块), which was diagnosed as breast cancer. I started treatment for it only to discover that the stomach pain was from appendix cancer. That’s right: two different cancers with two different treatment plans at the same time in the same body. It was a lot to deal with — the next year was incredibly difficult. One good thing I can say about cancer is that it completely changed my perspective on my life — especially about what I consider “success” and “failure”. Before, I always felt like I was failing somewhere, but now simply being alive and with my family felt like a huge success. That was when I decided I was done with New Year’s resolutions. I understand the appeal of having a fresh start, but I have learned from my illnesses that you can take the opportunity to start over at any time. In fact, you can start fresh every day if you want to! January 1st is just a day, and it’s not special. You can make the day you decide to be a better person a special day, regardless of what the calender says. 4. What was the author’s attitude towards New Year’s resolutions in the past? A. Active and determined. B. Practical and cautious. C. Doubtful and worried. D. Confident and open-minded. 5. Why does the author share her personal example in paragraph 3? A. To show off her achievements. B. To complain about her health problems. C. To help readers know her feelings better. D. To prove New Year’s decisions never work. 6. Why did the author stop making New Year’s decisions? A. She no longer believed in setting goals. B. Her family advised her to focus on daily life. C. She realized they were too difficult to achieve. D. Her health struggles changed her opinion on life. 7 How did the author’s idea of “success” change after her illness? A. From being famous to being healthy. B. From working hard to relaxing more. C. From perfectionism to daily happiness. D. From making money to helping others. C Many scientists once believed that physical similarities between identical twins are genetic, while their personalities, intelligence, and other differences between them are an effect of their environment. But scientists are now discovering that the boundaries between genetics and environment are not so clear after all. Identical twins Jim Springer and Jim Lewis were adopted as babies and raised by different couples. When the two Jims finally met at age 39, they discovered they had plenty in common. Both were 182 centimeters tall and weighed 82 kilograms. They had the same smile and the same voice. When psychologist Thomas Bouchard Jr. invited the Jim twins to his lab, his colleagues found it very hard to tell them apart. But the similarities didn’t stop at the physical. They had both had dogs named Toy. They had both married women named Linda, and then divorced them. They had both enjoyed making things with wood, suffered severe headaches, and admitted to leaving love notes around the house for their wives. They had so much in common that it seemed unlikely these were just coincidences. The Jim twins were just one of 137 sets of separated twins Bouchard tested. When they compared the twins’ IQ scores, Bouchard and his team reached a surprising conclusion. They concluded that intelligence was mostly connected to genetics rather than to training or education. It seemed the differences in family and environment had little effect. However, genes can’t control everything, argues geneticist Danielle Reed, who also studies twins. Reed’s research shows that, though nothing can truly change our DNA, environmental differences that a child experiences before birth and in their first year can sometimes affect the way the DNA behaves. This can make even identical twins into vastly different people. “What I like to say is that Mother Nature writes some things in pencil and some things in pen,” she explains. “Things written in pen you can't change. That’s DNA. But things written in pencil you can.” 8. What was the main purpose of Thomas Bouchard Jr.’s study of the Jim twins? A. To prove physical similarities are purely genetic. B. To study how genetics and environment affect people. C. To show adopted children always look like their parents. D. To argue that environment has little effect on human behavior. 9. How can early environmental differences affect identical twins by Danielle Reed? A. By making them act the same. B. By making them look different. C. By affecting how their DNA works. D. By completely changing their DNA. 10. What’s the meaning of the “pen and pencil” comparison in the last paragraph? A. Some things you’re born with, some you learn. B. Our bodies stay the same, but our minds change. C. Intelligence is written in pencil, and bodies in pen. D. Often twins look alike in body but think differently. 11. What does the passage mainly talk about? A. How identical twins are formed. B. The effects genes have on personality. C. The differences between identical twins. D. How genes and environment affect twins' growth. D Foxes are known for being cunning and resourceful, but a study suggests another surprising talent. Research from the Czech Republic (捷克共和国) indicates these creatures may use the Earth’s magnetic field when hunting. The study, led by Jaroslav Červený, tracked wild red foxes for over two years, recording nearly 600 hunting leaps by 84 foxes. Researchers found the animals mostly jumped in a northeasterly direction, regardless of the time of day, season, or weather conditions. This preferred leaping direction resulted in a much higher kill rate, with foxes finding success on 13% of their northeasterly pounces (猛扑) on their prey. The results push Červený to conclude that foxes are able to detect subtle variations in the Earth’s magnetic field, which lean downward in the northern hemisphere. As a fox creeps closer to its target, it listens for sounds from the animals it is hunting. The sweet spot occurs when the angle at which sound reaches its ears matches the slope of the Earth’s magnetic field. Essentially, the fox uses the magnetic field as a “rangefinder” to estimate the distance to its prey, thereby increasing the possibility of successfully capturing a meal. The potential use of magnetism to improve hunting ability is not the only surprising aspect of the fox’s complex behavior. The furry creatures are also known for their wide range of vocal expressions. They can produce a surprising range of sounds — up to 40 in total! The most well-known fox vocalization is the scream-like howl, but they also use barks, chatters, and whines to communicate with each other. These sounds are used to defend territory, attract mates, and care for their young. Besides the variety of sounds foxes utter and their possible use of the Earth’s magnetic field, there are numerous other interesting facts about foxes. But those are topics for another day. 12. How did researchers make their conclusions regarding foxes? A. By observing a caged fox over years. B. By examining their behaviors for years. C. By calculating the Earth’s magnetic field. D. By listening to their sounds while hunting. 13. How does the Earth’s magnetic field assist foxes in hunting? A. By confusing prey. B. By acting as a “rangefinder”. C. By attracting mates. D. By guiding migration. 14. What is the last paragraph mainly about? A. Why foxes are smarter than other creatures. B. Foxes’ changing behavior in different seasons. C. How foxes’ hunting skills compare to other animals. D. Foxes’ amazing sounds and other unknown behaviors. 15. Which of the following could be the best title of the passage? A Weather’s Effect on Fox Hunting Success B. The Life of Red Foxes: A Scientific Study C. How Foxes Use Earth’s Magnetic Field to Hunt D. Fox Sounds: How They Communicate in the Wild 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。 Everyone has feelings. ___16___. The following ways will be of great value to you when you are in such bad moods. ·Get support ___17___. Talk to someone, such as a parent, other relatives and a teacher. And don’t forget your friends. They might be worried about the same test or have a similar problem. ·Keep calm It’s easy to let your feelings go wild when you are sad. Notice your feelings and think about why you feel that way. ___18___. Do breathing exercises, listen to music or do whatever helps you be in a better mood. ·___19___ Remember that there are always people to help you. Be kind to yourself and ask for the helping hand that you need and get you through the tough situation you're facing. ·Try to solve the problem After you’re calm and you have support from parents and friends, it’s time to get down to business. You need to imagine what the problem is. Though you can’t solve all of it, maybe you can begin by solving a piece of it. ·Be confident — most stress won’t last long It may not seem like it when you’re in the middle of a stressful situation ___20___. A. Don’t take it out on yourself B. Turn to yourself to get through the bad mood C. Then, find a way to calm down and express them D. They may involve joy, disappointment and even sorrow E. They will feel stressed, worried and frightened sometimes F. When you need help, reach out to the people who care about you G. But stress does disappear, when you consider the problem and work on solving it 二、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，从每小题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 In a small village at the foot of a towering mountain lived a young woman named Maya. She had always been fascinated by the mountain's majestic beauty and often ___21___ reaching its summit One day, Maya decided to make her dream a reality. She packed a small bag with ___22___ and set off. As she climbed, the path became ___23___. Rocks tumbled under her feet, and the cold wind bit at her cheeks, but Maya ___24___. Halfway up the mountain, Maya encountered a group of ___25___ climbers descending (下行). “Turn back,” they warned. “The climb is too difficult and the weather is ___26___. It’s not worth the risk.” For a moment, doubt crept into Maya’s mind. She felt ___27___ if she could continue. But then, Maya remembered her original ___28___. She wanted to prove that she was capable of achieving her dreams, no matter how difficult the journey was. With renewed determination, she thanked the regular climbers but ___29___. As she climbed higher, the air grew thinner, and every step became a(n) ___30___. Maya’s muscles ached and she ___31___ hard, but she didn’t give up. She knew that each step forward, no matter how small, brought her closer to her goal. ___32___ after hours of effort, Maya reached the summit. The view there was more ___33___ than she had ever imagined. In that moment, Maya realized that the journey was not just about reaching the top; it was about ___34___ her own strength and resilience. From that day forward, Maya never ___35___ herself again. 21. A. searched for B. dreamed about C. thought about D. set about 22. A. essentials B. instruments C. collections D. possessions 23. A. wider B. smoother C. shorter D. steeper 24. A. settled down B. got through C. pressed on D. gave up 25. A. lazy B. intelligent C. injured D. seasoned 26. A. worsening B. darkening C. warming D. clearing 27. A. unsettled B. unsure C. secure D. predictable 28. A. intention B. plan C. imagination D. schedule 29 A. hesitated B. continued C. returned D. stopped 30. A. attitude B. option C. struggle D. disaster 31. A. stepped B. shouted C. lifted D. breathed 32. A. Slowly B. Eventually C. Suddenly D. Eagerly 33. A. profound B. eye-catching C. comfortable D. attractive 34. A. discovering B. measuring C. controlling D. solving 35. A. believed B. reflected C. doubted D. enjoyed 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。 Any visitor to the Chinese Culture Week being held at the University of Tehran would be amazed by the Chinese tea, food, and various artworks ____36____ (produce) through Chinese knotting and traditional paper cutting — all displayed by Iranian students learning Chinese. The Chinese Culture Week aims ____37____ (introduce) Chinese culture to more Iranians. Held inside the hall of the institute, which ____38____ (establish) in 2009, the event displayed a range of artworks that contain different ____39____ (element) of Chinese culture, produced by Iranian professors and students at the university. “Given China’s increasing global influence, as well as its ____40____ (friend) and expanded relations with Iran, learning about the country directly is becoming ____41____ (vital) important,” said Hamed Vafaei, the Iranian director of the Confucius Institute at the University of Tehran. He believes that the students who are studying the Chinese language at the institute will enter different sectors of Iranian society in the near future, ____42____ (help) more people to get to know more about China. China is the world’s second-largest economy, the most populous country, ____43____ a permanent member of the UN Security Council, so learning Chinese has become a necessity, he said. “Each of the students here is ____44____ window toward China, helping the Iranian people have a more realistic picture of the country, ____45____ will make it possible to improve relations in the long run,” he added. 三、写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 你校英文报正在举办主题为“A Meaningful School Activity”的征文活动。请你写一篇短文投稿，介绍一次你认为有意义的校园活动，内容包括： 1．活动名称及时间； 2．活动内容及过程； 3．你的收获或感受。 注意：1．词数80左右；2．可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。 _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第二节（满分25分） 47. 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。 It was a bitterly cold winter evening, and the wind howled through the empty streets. Sarah, a high school student, pulled her coat tighter as she hurried home from school. The sun had already set, and the dim streetlights cast long shadows on the snow-covered pavement. As she turned the corner, a faint whimper (微弱的声音) caught her attention. She stopped and looked around, her breath forming little clouds in the freezing air. Then she saw it — a small, trembling puppy curled up near a frozen puddle. Its golden fur was matted with dirt, and its ribs were visible under its thin coat. The poor creature lifted its head weakly, its dark eyes filled with fear and exhaustion. Sarah’s heart ached. She had always loved animals, but her parents had strict rules — no pets, no exceptions. They believed pets were too much responsibility for a busy student. Still, the sight of the helpless puppy made her hesitate. “I can’t just leave you here,” she murmured, kneeling beside it. The puppy shivered violently, and without thinking, Sarah took off her scarf and gently wrapped it. With the puppy cradled (轻抱) in her arms, she quickened her pace toward home. Her mind raced — what would her parents say? Would they make her take it back outside? But the puppy’s warmth against her chest gave her courage. She knew she couldn’t abandon it. When she finally reached her house, she took a deep breath and opened the door. Her mother, who was setting the dinner table, turned around — and froze. “Sarah!” she gasped, staring at the small bundle in her daughter’s arms. “What on earth is that?” 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。 Sarah held the puppy tighter, her heart racing as she waited for her mother’s reaction. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ That evening, Sarah’s whole family found excuses to visit the garage (车库). _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2024-2025学年第二学期期中学业水平检测 高二英语试题 2025.05 注意事项： 1．本试卷分笔试和听力两部分。考生先作答笔试部分（21小题开始），然后作答听力部分（1-20小题）。答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名和考生号填写清楚，将条形码准确粘贴在相应位置。本试卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟。 2．考生将笔试部分答案写在英语笔试答题卡上，听力部分答案写在英语听力答题卡上。写在试卷上无效。 笔试部分 一、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 【1~3题答案】 【答案】1. B 2. D 3. A B 【4~7题答案】 【答案】4. A 5. C 6. D 7. C C 【8~11题答案】 【答案】8. B 9. C 10. A 11. D D 【12~15题答案】 【答案】12. B 13. B 14. D 15. C 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。 【16~20题答案】 【答案】16. E 17. F 18. C 19. A 20. G 二、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，从每小题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 【21~35题答案】 【答案】21. B 22. A 23. D 24. C 25. D 26. A 27. B 28. A 29. B 30. C 31. D 32. B 33. D 34. A 35. C 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 【36~45题答案】 【答案】36. produced 37. to introduce 38. was established 39. elements 40. friendly 41. vitally 42. helping 43. and 44. a 45. which 三、写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 【46题答案】 【答案】参考范文： A Meaningful School Activity Last month witnessed an exceedingly meaningful activity themed “Book Donation Campaign” conducted by our school to help children in rural areas. Students brought used books and donated them to a local charity. We also wrote encouraging notes to the recipients. Not only did this activity teach me the value of sharing and kindness, but also it enhanced my spiritual and personal fulfillment. Seeing the joy on the volunteers’ faces, I realized how small actions can make a big difference. It was not just about books, but about spreading hope. I hope we can organize more such events in the future! 第二节（满分25分） 【47题答案】 【答案】参考范文： Sarah held the puppy tighter, her heart racing as she waited for her mother’s reaction. Her mother’s face hardened for a moment, but then she noticed the puppy’s trembling body. “Oh, poor thing,” she murmured softly. “Mom, I know we can’t keep it,” Sarah said quickly, “but it was freezing outside. I thought maybe just for tonight...” Her mother sighed deeply, then reached out to touch the puppy’s head. “Go to get some old towels from the laundry room,” she finally agreed. “We’ll make it a bed in the garage for now.” Sarah nodded vigorously, with her eyes filled with gratitude. That evening, Sarah’s whole family found excuses to visit the garage. Her father claimed to “check on the car,” but spent ten minutes cooling at Buddy. Sarah’s little brother “wanted to explore,” but just wanted to pet Buddy’s soft fur. Even her mother “looked for a tool,” yet stayed to feed Buddy some milk. Each time they returned inside, their faces were softer, more attached. When seeing her family interact with the puppy, Sarah realized something wonderful — though they couldn’t keep it forever, for tonight at least, they were all united in helping this little creature. And that, in its own way, was just as special. 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$