湖南省长沙市第一中学2024-2025学年高二下学期6月期末英语试题

长沙市第一中学2024一2025学年度高二第二学期期末考试 英 语 时量：120分钟 满分：150分 得分： 第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分） 做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答 案转涂到答题卡上。 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。 例：How much is the shirt? 地 A.￡19.15. B.￡9.18. C.￡9.15. 数 答案是C。 1.What did the man fail to do? 数 A.Pass a message to the woman in time. B.Call Heather two hours ago. C.Meet the woman earlier. 那 2.When was the woman expected to get the permission? A.On June 5. B.On June 19 C.On July 10. 紫 3.Where does the conversation probably take place? 终 A.At a hotel. B.At an airport. C.At a train station 4.What is the man? A.A driver. B.A salesperson. C.A mechanic. 5.What are the speakers talking about? A.Reading habits. B.Fashion magazines. C.Online news. 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 is the woman expert in? A.Food tasting. B.Gardening C.Nutrition. 7.Where does the woman suggest getting more simple recipes? A.In her book. B.In a class. C.On a show. 英语试题（一中版）第1页（共10页） 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8.What is a soccer mom? A.A mom who likes soccer. B.A mom who plays soccer with her kid C.A mom who takes her kid to scheduled soccer events. 9.What is the man's opinion about a soccer mom? A.She's a considerate parent.B.She's very sporty. C.She's a good driver. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10.What do we know about Santiago? A.It has rich natural resources. B.It is full of old and new buildings. C.It is famous for its shopping centers. 11.What is good about restaurants in Santiago? A.They offer traditional food. B.They serve all kinds of drinks. C.They provide relaxing environment. 12.What will the speakers do next? A.Go shopping. B.Go to a restaurant. C.Talk about food. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。 13.What is the basic requirement for getting a job? A.You must be on night duty. B.You must be a full-time student. C.You must have work experience. 14.What can we learn about the woman? A.She is a graduate in Business. B.She is looking for a full-time job. C.She is occupied in the evening. 15.Why is the woman unable to work at the Child Care Center? A.She has classes then. B.The distance is too long. C.She can't get up early enough. 16.Where might the woman choose to work? A.At the Sports Center.B.In the Library. C.In the Computer Lab. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17.What do Italians value? A.Individual success. B.Family and friends. C.Leisure activities. 18.What does the speaker think of life in the US? A.Stressful. B.Relaxing. C.Colorful. 19.Where do Americans prefer to relax after work? A.At a cafe. B.In a cinema. C.At home. 英语试题（一中版）第2页（共10页） 20.What do Italians usually do after work? A.They hang out with friends. B.They have a big dinner. 7 C.They drink alone. 第二部分阅读（共两节，满分42.5分） 第一节（共12小题；每小题2.5分，满分30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 "Growing fruit trees is a very simple way to stay in love with our world,"says Vivian Keh,playwright and daughter of immigrants,holding a basket of persimmons (she's grown to feel connected to her Korean ancestors.Keh is just one of the 50 remarkable subjects in naturalist writer Amy Stewart's The Tree Collectors:Tales of Arboreal Obsession,a collection of portraits of people transformed by their love of trees. Initially,trees struck Stewart as an odd thing to collect.Fascinated by this community of enthusiasts,she discovered educators,pieservationists and visionaries,all drawn to a kind of curation,motivated by reasons as diverse as their projects.They plant trees in public and private spaces both modest and expansive,nurturing ( their collections to honor beloved dead,attract wildlife,preserve rare species,connect to history,invest in the future,grow food and create beauty. Steward categorizes these tree collectors according to their sense of purpose. Kenneth Hoegh,one of the book's "ecologists",tests which cold-loving species might grow in a warming and historically treeless Greenland."Healer"Joe Hamilton plants loblolly pines on a parcel of land he got from his enslaved ancestors with an eye toward long-term sustainable forestry which he hopes will establish a source of generational wealth for his family.Reagan Wytsalucy has a plan to restore traditional peach orchards on Navajo land as one of the "community builders"who seek to bring people together. Adding to the book's charm are Stewart's watercolor illustrations-she gives us a look at each of her human subjects while also cataloging the most wonderful qualities of featured trees,such as Seussian eucalyptus seed pods and delicate camellia blossoms. After spending time in this varied commonwealth,you'll undoubtedly experience an intense desire to rest under the shade of a leafy oak.But something even deeper is happening here:by creating a space for people to talk about something they love."How often do any of us get a chance to pour our hearts out to a stranger?"she writes. "Somehow,talking about trees made it possible." 21.What does the underlined word "curation"in paragraph 2 mean? A.Collection. B.Connection. C.Treatment. D.Transformation 22.What purpose of planting trees is mentioned in paragraph 3? A.To preserve rare species. B.To honor beloved dead C.To develop new varieties. D.To strengthen social bonds. 英语试题（一中版）第3页（共10页） 23.What does the writer of the text think of the book? A.Inspirational. B.Conventional. C.Complicated. D.Ambiguous. 24.What is the text? A.A news report. B.A book review. C.A tree-collecting guide. D.A biography. B One of the biggest risks a modern student faces is a broken phone or laptop.Jake Hertz and Isaac Roberts are two UR students that have launched a new business to fix this exact need:Campus Tech Repair. Hertz and Roberts started their business three weeks ago.In those three weeks, they had amazing success.In the first day they had posters up,they received nearly a dozen calls from students.Despite not having backgrounds in business,the two gladly accepted the challenges of starting up such an in-demand service. Hertz and Roberts experienced such a high demand because of the lack of any other hardware repair service on campus.The IT Center itself only provided software fixes: Hertz supposed that this was because of the increased liability(法律责任)faced by repair services.Hertz and Roberts did make customers sign a release of liability,yet they also wanted to build a higher level of trust.This,Hertz noted,was the only real challenge that they expect to face. Becoming directly affiliated()with or sponsored by the school could solve the problem of community trust.Hertz and Roberts have already engaged in conversation with the University toward this end. The Ain Center for Entrepreneurship they turn to seeks to "identify and create new partnerships with students,alumni,local businesses,and nonprofit organizations". One program of the Ain Center that the two wish to look into is the "Student Incubator(孵化器)”，Such a move would allow them to develop a more permanent structure for Campus Tech Repair.The Incubator provides resources such as furnished office space,Wi-Fi,access to conference room,and guidance.Yet,there's a problem with this. "The appeal of what we do is that we're on campus,so we both just work out of our rooms,”Hertz said. Hertz is optimistic about the future of the business.They believe that with the support of the University and the community,they could become an inseparable part of campus services. 25.Why did the business of Hertz and Roberts start well? A.Because it was much needed. B.Because they were well-known C.Because they were expert in business. D.Because the school provided no software services. 英语试题（一中版）第4页（共10页） 26.How did Hertz and Roberts try to win customers'trust? A.Making them sign a release of liability. B.Seeking cooperation with the university. C.Establishing partnerships with other students. D Looking for sponsorship from local businesses. 27.Why didn't Hertz and Roberts choose to work in the Student Incubator? A.They can't afford the cost of it. B.They can't use all its resources. C.They are not qualified to join it. D.They think it unnecessary to work there. 28.What is the passage about? A.Student Incubator of the university. B.Student experts in hardware repairs. C.Students starting a business on campus. D.Students working their way through university. Nietzsche(尼采)was wrong:When you gaze long enough into the abyss(深渊)，the abyss does not gaze back into you.Instead,the cosmic(字宙的)void(空白)remains silent and frightening in its vastness. When looking at the vast emptiness of the universe,there is a temptation()to look at our tiny world with nihilism(虚无主义).To feel that our great achievements amount to nothing.That our history fails to leave a mark.That our concerns and anxieties are pointless. I'm a cosmologist,the kind of scientist who studies the origin,history and evolution of the universe.I have spent years working to understand what cosmic voids teach us. And in the course of my studies,I have learned to reject that temptation. It's true that Earth is neither large nor long-lived,but that is only one way of measuring significance.Compared with the cosmic voids,there is something special happening on our planet.Earth is still the only known place in the entire universe where conscious beings raise their curious eyes to the sky and wonder.Earth is the only known place where humans can exist.It is the only known place where laughter,love,anger and joy exist.The only known place where we can find dance,music,and art.Our disagreements and all the beautiful complexities that make us human aren't meaningless. The experiences in our lives are special because they will never happen in the empty expanse of most of the universe. The same lessons that cosmic voids teach us are found in the voids we encounter in our own lives.The presence of voids guarantees the opposite;they create contrast:they are full of potential.The pain we feel from loss is the last reminder of the gift of a life deeply loved.The silence before a performance is full of electric expectation.Our choice to ignore stressful news is necessary to allow us to focus on what truly matters. 英语试题（一中版）第5页（共10页） Artists have long understood the power of the void.The 12th-century poet Saigyo noted that the pauses between raindrops were as important as the drops themselves.The famed architect Rem celebrated the usefulness of negative spaces,declaring,"Where there is nothing,everything is possible. The universe won't do anything for us except give us the freedom to exist.It is our job to fill the universe with meaning and purpose. 29.What does the author suggest about the"temptation"in paragraph 2? A.It reflects humanity's fear of cosmic emptiness. B.It strengthens people's scientific curiosity about the void. C.It leads people to understate Earth's unique qualities D.It comes from the universe's coldness to human existence. 30.Why does the author reject the temptation? A.He is a cosmologist who believes science. B.Earth remains the only known home for human experiences. C.Human experiences differ from those in voids. D.Earth's small size and short life makes it unique. 31.What is the main purpose of paragraph 5? A.To explain why voids exist in universe and life. B.To suggest people should remove empty spaces in life. C.To analyze how emptiness in life offers significance. D.To prove filling empty spaces creates greater purpose. 32.Which of the following would be the best title for the passage? A.Cosmic Voids:A Scientist's Technical Analysis B.Filling the Emptiness:Finding Meaning in the Vast Universe e.Nietzsche Revisited:When Philosophy Meets Astronomy D.The Silent Universe:Why Our Existence Means Nothing 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人空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为 多余选项。 Have you ever wondered why it feels so satisfying to sing in the shower?You are alone.You are warm.The air is moist,making your throat feel wet.33 You're at once relaxed and pleasantly energized by the water.Little can take you away'from the simple tasks at hand.You control the speed and pitch.And the bathroom provides wonderful resonance(共鸣). Now imagine singing while driving.You are sitting,stuck by a tight seat belt that limits airflow.Without any warm-up,you probably start right in with the first song you hear.The air is drier.And to stay awake,you may be drinking coffee,which can make you thirsty.34 While singing along to the radio,your voice may get lost in the noise of the song and the car. From my personal experience,I realize the importance of not only focusing but also 英语试题（一中版）第6页（共10页） setting the right conditions during practice.35 This is why some argue against baseball players practising hitting before a game.Nervousness in unfamiliar environments may worsen a player's mechanics and lead to a lower batting average during the game itself. 30 lo warm up,I practise deep breathing exercises and relax my tongue with "blah blah blahs".Brightening my face.helps make my sound more energetic.My voice becomes richer and stronger when I practise opening up my mouth by yawning, imagining the back of my mouth expanding like a frog's.I also adjust the way I stand. _37 A.Practice makes perfect. B.You are standing up straight. C.You are loudly clearing your throat. D.Incorrect training may lead to negative outcomes. E.The stress of driving and staying safe keeps you tense. F.After all,an upright guitar wouldn't sound right if it were bent. G.To ensure effective practice,I recreate my singing in the shower. 第三部分语言运用（共三节，满分37.5分） 第一节（共15小题：每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填人空白处的最佳 选项。 k Maya's biggest dream was to open a community center where children and adults alike could learn and grow.She pictured a place where everyone could 38 education,arts,and sports,regardless of their backgrounds or financial situations. However,turning this dream into reality was no easy job. t Maya worked 39 to raise funds for the community center.She organized various events to gather support.40 her efforts,the funds were never enough.She faced numerous 41 from potential donors and encountered many difficulties.One night,a terrible storm 42 over the village,causing great damage.People thought I Maya would abandon.her dream.However,she maintained her unbroken spirit. Maya 43 the local government for support.She 44 her vision with passion and persuasion,highlighting the community center's benefits to the village.Her efforts 45:the local authorities were moved by her 46 and agreed to help fund the project. With renewed hope and the village's support,construction of the community center began.Maya worked alongside the builders,47 her heart into every brick and beam )The center symbolized hope and the power of a 48 community. Years later,the community center stood proudly in the heart of the village,alive with 49.Children laughed as they played sports,adults attended 50 to learn new skills,and artists found a place to create and inspire.Maya's dream had become a reality,all thanks to her 51 spirit and efforts.Reflecting on her journey.Maya 英语试题（一中版）第7页（共10页） realized that every challenge she had faced strengthened her 52 and brought her closer to her dream. 38.A.promote B.master C.access D.evaluate 39.A.carelessly B.effortlessly C.aimlessly D.tirelessly 40.A.Despite B.With C.Besides D.Like 41.A.encouragements B.rejections C.criticisms D.surprises 42.A.hung B.skipped C.swept D.climbed 3.A.approached B.admired C.praised D.searched 14.A.presented B.pursued C.postponed D.possessed 45.A.set off B.paid off C.kicked off D.took off 46.A.trust B.pride C.commitment D.imagination 47.A.breaking B.pouring C.tricking D.hiding 48.A.busy B.diverse C.competitive D.cooperative 49.A.independence B.activities C.inspiration D.confidence 50.A.ceremonies B.workshops C.parties D.universities 51.A.unbreakable B.unforgettable C.unpredictable D.unbearable 52.A.cooperation B.bond C.resolve D.position 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，在空白处填人1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 Lifelong learning is essential in today's society.It refers to the continuous pursuit of knowledge beyond 53 (form)education.In modern workplaces 54 (lie)the greatest demand for adaptable skills,driving individuals to keep learning. The human brain's ability to absorb new information,though 55 (gradual) declining with age,remains active through consistent mental challenges.Research shows that regular reading 56 solving complex problems strengthens neural connections effectively. Not only do there exist various online learning platforms,but traditional methods like community classes also thrive.Libraries,often 57 (equip)with free resources, play a key role in promoting equal access to education.Citizens,regardless of their age, can borrow tablets preloaded with educational apps,58 (ensure)equal opportunities even for those without personal devices. Governments also recognize lifelong learning's value.In China,policies 59 (design)to support adult education since 2015.However.60 remains debated is whether rural areas receive sufficient resources.Meanwhile,employers increasingly value employees 61 learning records demonstrate curiosity and discipline Ultimately,lifelong learning is not merely 62 option.Only by embracing this mindset can individuals thrive in an unpredictable future. 第三节（共5小题，每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 根据所学课文内容，在空白处填人1个适当的单词。 63.Our education preparing us for a life of work. 我们的教育就是在为自己一生的职业生涯做准备。 6 英语试题（一中版）第8页（共10页） 64.There are people who choose to step out of their and commit/ devote/dedicate themselves to working for the benefit of others. 有的人选择走出自己的舒适区，投身为他人谋福利的事业中。 65.So start with a firm handshake and a(n) when greeting the interviewer. 所以当你跟面试官打招呼的时候，首先要坚定地握手并真诚地微笑。 66.You could register online and e-learning courses. 你可以在线注册并订阅网络课程。 67.I could feel slightly and I had to hold on tight to my suitcase. 我能感到自己的双手在微微出汗，我只能紧紧握住行李箱。 第四部分写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分) 假定你是李华，你收到英国笔友Alex的来信，他在信中询问你对未来工作的设想。请 写一封邮件回复Alex,内容包括： (1)What is your dream job? (2)Why is it your dream job? (3)How will you prepare yourself for the dream job? 注意： (1)写作词数应为80个左右； (2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Dear Alex, I'm writing to tell you my ideas about my future job. What about your future plans?I'd love to hear from you! Best wishes, Li Hua 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。 Mr.Taylor checked again:water,food,bandages,medicines,a compass,and a map wrapped in plastic...Bingo!He put all that he prepared for the coming hiking into his backpack. 英语试题（一中版）第9页（共10页） Mr.Taylor was fond of hiking,this time in particular,for it was the first time for him to hike with his two sons.Harry and Joel.Joel liked reading books about explorers and Harry joined the hiking club in his school this term."It will be an unforgettable experience,definitely,"he whispered to himself,unconsciously a smile spreading over his face. Harry and Joel,however,argued for the first three miles of their hiking trip. Harry accused Joel of wearing smelly old shoes.Joel blamed Harry for using all of the bug spray(防虫喷雾)，Harry told Joel he smelled terrible while Joel called Harry a coward(懦夫)， "Will the two of you just quiet down and enjoy our hike together?"their father said. "You're missing all of the beautiful scenery!" It was true.Neither Joel nor Harry had taken notice of the bear their father had spied at the start of their trip.They hadn't looked up at the eagle he pointed out overhead.Worst of all,they hadn't paid any attention to the turns and twists along the way while they continued their argument. "Joel threw a stick at me!"Harry screamed. "That's not true!"Joel shouted back. Mr.Taylor could no longer contain his anger."Both of you need to stop arguing!" he erupted.As he turned to face them,his left foot caught on a root.He slipped backward and down the muddy bank,falling into the river that ran alongside the path, Harry and Joel raced to their father's assistance.They helped him up out of the water,and then dragged his wet backpack up onto land. Fortunately,their wet-through father found himself just slightly injured. 注意： (1)续写词数应为150个左右； (2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 But his glasses came off when he fell in the water. "Don't argue any more."Mr.Taylor shouted."Without my glasses,we need to work together to find our way. 英语试题(+中版)第10页（共10页）