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2024-2025学年第二学期期末质量检测卷 高二英语 第一部分 阅读理解（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 Northern Ireland’s capital and largest city--Belfast--has become a top tourist destination. Here are a few of the attractions that bring in guests from around the globe. Botanic Gardens Belfast Botanic Gardens started out as a private park in 1828 but opened to the public in 1895. Construction on the garden’s famous Palm House, a building of glass and iron, started in the 1830s. A wide variety of plants can be found there, including one that is over 400 years old! Open: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm. (Closed from Nov. 15th to Feb. 15th next year.) Admission: Individual: $9 (adult), $5 (kid under 14) Family: $21 (Parents & up to 3 kids) Belfast City Hall Belfast’s City Hall, located in the center of the city, is a good place to begin touring. The grand building, which opened in 1906, houses exhibits that are related to Belfast’s politics and government. Outside, the gardens are full of impressive statues and memorials. Open: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm. (Closed on Dec. 23rd - 25th & Jan. 1st - 3rd.) Admission: Individual: $10 (adult), $6 (kid under 14) Family: $24 (Parents & up to 3 kids) Ulster Museum The largest museum in Northern Ireland is Belfast’s splendid Ulster Museum. It has been called Northern Ireland’s treasure house of the past and present. From mummies to moon rocks, the museum possesses impressive art, natural science and history collections. Open: Weekdays: 8:00 am -5:30 pm. Weekends: 10:00 am -3:30 pm. Admission: Individual: $8 (adult), $4 (kid under14) Family: $19 (Parents & up to 3 kids) St. George’s Market Award-winning St. George’s Market was built in the 1890s and is Belfast’s last remaining market housed in a Victorian building. Visitors will find approximately 200 stands selling food, clothes, antiques, crafts and more. Go early for the market’s famous breakfast, and try a specialty coffee or tea while listening to live music. Open: Weekends: 5:30 am-3:30 pm. Admission: FREE 1. At what time can Botanic Gardens be visited? A. 8:30 am, Mar. 24th. B. 9:30 am, May 7th. C. 12:15 pm, Nov. 30th. D. 5:00 pm, July 17th. 2. How much would a couple with two children under 14 pay for admission to Belfast City Hall? A. $16. B. $22. C. $24. D. $32. 3. Where may you observe items from space? A. Ulster Museum. B. Botanic Gardens. C. Belfast City Hall. D. St. George’s Market. 【答案】1. B 2. C 3. A 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了北爱尔兰的首都——贝尔法斯特里的一些吸引来自世界各地客人的景点。 【1题详解】 细节理解题。根据Botanic Gardens部分下的“Open: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm. (Closed from Nov. 15th to Feb. 15th next year.)(开放时间：上午9:00-下午4:30（11月15日至明年2月15日关闭）)”并结合选项时间可知，在5月7日的上午九点半可以参观Botanic Gardens，故选B。 【2题详解】 细节理解题。根据Belfast City Hall部分下的“Admission: Individual: $10 (adult), $6 (kid under 14)Family: $24 (Parents & up to 3 kids)(入场费：个人： 十元（成人组）、六元（十四岁以下儿童组）家庭： 二十四元（家长及最多三个儿童）)”可知，一对夫妇和两个14岁以下的孩子参观Belfast City Hall，需要按家庭组团付费，即需要支付入场费24美元，故选C。 【3题详解】 细节理解题。根据Ulster Museum部分下的“From mummies to moon rocks, the museum possesses impressive art, natural science and history collections.(从木乃伊到月球岩石，博物馆拥有令人印象深刻的艺术、自然科学和历史收藏品)”可知，在Ulster Museum，游客可以看到太空里的东西，故选A。 B I have no intention of looking down on business, yet it simply didn’t suit me. Initially, I entered the business world for financial gain. Besides being able to support my family, money was all I got from it. It failed to bring me a sense of fulfillment, which made me immersed in dissatisfaction and even suffering from torture and pain. My one ambition was to save enough money to quit and go to Europe to pursue my passion for music. During that period, I would rise at dawn to practice playing the violin before heading to work. At noon, instead of having lunch with my business associates, I would frequent cheap cafes, where I had a quick meal and wrote down some violin exercises. After a long time of such efforts, I finally managed to save enough money. As my family’s financial situation had improved and they no longer required my financial support, I resigned from my position. The moment I left, I felt as if I had been released from prison, and soon I set sail for Europe to pursue my dream. The four-year study in Europe was beyond amazing. Though I worked more diligently than I could have ever imagined, every single moment was a source of joy. “Enjoyed” is far too mild a word to describe my feelings; I was truly on cloud nine. For the first time, I felt that I was truly living, engaged in what I loved and was meant to do. If I had remained in business, perhaps I would be a relatively wealthy person today. Nevertheless, I firmly believe that I would not have achieved a truly successful life. I would have given up all those intangible rewards, those inner satisfactions that money can never purchase, and that are often sacrificed when one’s main pursuit is financial success. Quitting my job went against the advice of nearly all my friends and family. We are so conditioned to link success with money that the idea of giving up a well-paid job for a dream seemed almost crazy. If so, all I can say is “Gee, it’s great to be crazy.” Money is a wonderful thing, but it’s possible to pay too high a price for it. 4. Why did the author go into business? A. Because he hadn’t identified his passion. B. Because he was immersed in dissatisfaction. C. Because he had to earn money and help his family. D. Because he had no intention of looking down on it. 5. What did the author do during lunch breaks while working in business? A. Discussed music with associates. B. Practiced violin in company offices. C. Ate quickly and composed violin exercises. D. Sought career advice in cafes. 6. Which of the following can best describe the author? A. Honest and tolerant. B. Responsible and fearless. C. Diligent and talented. D. Innovative and considerate. 7. According to the author, what did he gain by pursuing music instead of business? A. Higher social status and fame. B. Financial security for his family. C. Inner satisfaction money cannot buy. D. Approval from friends and family. 【答案】4. C 5. C 6. B 7. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲述了作者为了经济收入进入商界，但因缺乏成就感而坚持追求音乐梦想的经历，以及他对金钱与人生价值的思考。 【4题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段“Initially, I entered the business world for financial gain. Besides being able to support my family, money was all I got from it. (最初，我进入商界是为了经济利益。除了能够养家糊口，钱是我从中得到的唯一东西)”可知，作者进入商界是为了赚钱和养家。故选C项。 【5题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段“At noon, instead of having lunch with my business associates, I would frequent cheap cafes, where I had a quick meal and wrote down some violin exercises. (中午，我没有和商业伙伴一起吃午饭，而是经常去便宜的咖啡馆，在那里我匆匆吃完饭，写下一些小提琴练习曲)”可知，作者在午休时间快速吃饭并创作小提琴练习曲。故选C项。 【6题详解】 推理判断题。根据第二段“As my family’s financial situation had improved and they no longer required my financial support, I resigned from my position. (随着我的家庭经济状况好转，他们不再需要我的经济支持，我辞去了职位)”可知，作者在家庭不再需要经济支持后才辞职，体现了他的责任感，根据全文作者放弃高薪工作追求梦想的经历，体现了他无畏的精神。故选B项。 【7题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段“ I would have given up all those intangible rewards, those inner satisfactions that money can never purchase, and that are often sacrificed when one’s main pursuit is financial success. (我本会放弃所有那些无形的回报，那些金钱永远无法买到的内心满足感，而当一个人的主要追求是财务成功时，这些往往会被牺牲掉)”可知，作者通过追求音乐获得了金钱买不到的内心满足。故选C项。 C At first I could hardly see anything. After so long descending deep into the earth through dark, narrow caves, my eyes were not used to the light. But when I could focus again, I stood amazed. “It’s a...sea!” I cried. “Yes,” my uncle replied, “and I shall give it my name, as it was discovered by me!” A vast lake or even an ocean, spread far beyond where the eye could see. The shore was lined with shining sand, and was being softly lapped by waves. It was covered with small shells which were once inhabited by the first living beings. Around this sea stood a huge rock wall that was being worn away by the endless action of the waves. I could see far over this great sea because it was being lit up by a strange light. Not sunlight, of course, as we were deep below the surface. No; with its bright, clear whiteness, the light must have been electric. Under the “sky”, if it could be called so, being made of rock, were also vast clouds. They were being illuminated by this light, but the light gave no heat, so the place felt rather gloomy. Here we were, shut up inside a cave of a size that could not be estimated. It must have been several miles high. Human words cannot describe the discoveries of those who have been deep into the earth. My imagination was powerless before such wonders. I felt like I was on some distant planet, and was both amazed and rather scared. However, I was energized by the breezy salty air supplying more oxygen to my lungs. After many days in much narrower spaces, it was a great relief. “Ready to walk a little now?” asked my uncle. “Yes, certainly.” “Well, let us follow the shore then,” he said, and we began to explore. Soon in front of us appeared a tall, dense forest, composed of trees formed like umbrellas. “Mushrooms!” said my uncle. And he was right! There were mushrooms in their thousands, and each at least thirty feet high. “Wonderful!” cried my uncle. “A botanist never had such a feast as this! Now look under your feet.” “Oh yes!” I exclaimed. I hadn’t noticed the many bones, which were being crushed under our feet as we walked. Suddenly I thought, if once these monsters lived here, might some still roam through these gloomy forests? I anxiously surveyed the landscape, but we were the only living creatures in this subterranean world. Thankfully! Eventually we returned to the cave we had entered from and I fell asleep with strange thoughts. Where did this underground sea end? Where did it lead to? 8. According to the text, what is the source of light in the underground world? A. Sunlight filtering through cracks. B. Glowing clouds in the rock ceiling. C. An electric light with bright whiteness. D. Bioluminescent plants on the shore. 9. What did the narrator notice on the ground in the mushroom forest? A. Ancient tools left by explorers. B. Fragments of glowing crystals. C. Numerous bones being crushed underfoot. D. Footprints of unknown creatures. 10. Why did the narrator feel “both amazed and rather scared” (paragraph 6)? A. Because of the distant planet. B. Because of the pressure from the narrow space. C. Because of the unknown size of the cave. D. Because of the amazing alien landscape. 11. What is the primary purpose of this passage? A. To explain the geological formation of underground seas. B. To describe the awe-inspiring discovery of a hidden world. C. To argue for the importance of botanical research. D. To warn about the dangers of cave exploration. 【答案】8. C 9. C 10. D 11. B 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲述了“我”和叔叔在地下世界的奇妙发现，描绘了地下海洋、蘑菇森林等奇特景观以及“我”的感受。 【8题详解】 细节理解题。根据第五段“Not sunlight, of course, as we were deep below the surface. No; with its bright, clear whiteness, the light must have been electric. (当然不是阳光，因为我们在地表深处。不；这种明亮、清晰的白光一定是电光)”可知，地下世界的光源是一种明亮的电光。故选C项。 【9题详解】 细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“I hadn’t noticed the many bones, which were being crushed under our feet as we walked. (我没有注意到许多骨头，它们在我们行走时被踩碎)”可知，叙述者在蘑菇森林的地面上注意到了许多被踩碎的骨头。故选C项。 【10题详解】 细节理解题。根据第六段“I felt like I was on some distant planet, and was both amazed and rather scared. (我感觉自己仿佛在某个遥远的星球上，既惊讶又害怕。)”以及前文描述的奇异景象，如电光源、巨大蘑菇、骨头等可知，叙述者因这种陌生而奇异的景观感到既惊奇又恐惧。故选D项。 【11题详解】 主旨大意题。根据最后一段“Eventually we returned to the cave we had entered from, and I fell asleep with strange thoughts. Where did this underground sea end? Where did it lead to? (最终，我们回到了最初进入的那个洞穴，我带着种种奇思妙想入睡了。这片地下海洋的尽头在哪里？它又通向何方？)”并结合全文内容可知，文章主要描述了叙述者和叔叔在地下发现的震撼景象，包括地下海洋、电光源、蘑菇森林和骨头等，展现了这一隐藏世界的奇妙与神秘，因此核心目的是描述这一令人惊叹的发现。故选B项。 D Text 1 When people talk of exploring the sea more, they usually mean exploiting it. Sea exploration has caused many problems and will continue to cause more. More exploration means more pollution. The Deepwater Horizon spilled over 200 million gallons of oil into the sea in 2010. Plastic pollution is also bad, killing many birds and fish, and has even been found in our tap water. Mining for resources is very damaging, especially in the Arctic. Because of climate change, there is less ice now, which means we can look for more fossil fuels further north. But if we burn these, the ice will melt more and this negative cycle will continue. Climate change is warning us that something is very wrong. Overfishing is another problem. Whales and dolphins are also hunted for their meat or for so-called research. Although this was banned in 1982, some countries are still “murdering” these intelligent creatures without mercy. Text 2 The sea is home to life, not human beings’ possessions. It is huge, but it is more sensitive than we think. If we do not protect it, future generations will not forgive us. To truly understand our planet, we must explore the oceans which cover most of it. Opponents may be concerned, but sea exploration is important for our future. For example, scientific research ships can help address important issues such as climate change. We need to understand what is happening to our planet so that we can take action. Therefore, more research is necessary. Understanding more about the sea will also help us manage its resources better. Logging new species will improve our understanding of life on the earth. It may help us discover new medicines, as well as new sources of food and energy. Accessing the deep ocean may also help us to predict events such as earthquakes. The population of the world is growing and we need new resources for future development. There are probably vast amounts of resources under the sea and ice, not just oil and gas but also valuable minerals. Of course, there are still environmental risks. However, these should be balanced with economic needs. Hopefully, as technology improves, we may have more options for managing this balance. 12. According to Text 1, what is the main concern about sea exploration? A. It costs too much money. B. It causes environmental damage. C. It is too dangerous for scientists. D. It has no real benefits for humans. 13. The word “murdering” in Text 1 (Paragraph 4) is used to emphasize ______. A. the scientific value of hunting B. the cruelty of killing whales and dolphins C. the legality of the activity D. the necessity for research 14. Text 2 argues that sea exploration is necessary mainly because it helps humans to ______. A. find new places to live B. take resources from the Arctic C. understand and protect the planet D. reduce dependence on land resources 15. Both texts mention “resources under the sea/ice”, but they differ in their focus. Text 1 links them to ______, while Text 2 links them to ______. A. climate change / medical research B. pollution / earthquake prediction C. environmental risks / future development D. overfishing / new energy sources 【答案】12. B 13. B 14. C 15. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇议论文，包含两篇观点对立的文本。Text 1主要讨论海洋探索带来的环境问题，如污染、资源开采破坏和过度捕捞等；Text 2则主张海洋探索对人类未来发展的重要性，包括科学研究、资源管理和灾害预测等。 【12题详解】 主旨大意题。根据Text 1第一段“Sea exploration has caused many problems and will continue to cause more. (海洋探索已经引发了许多问题，并将继续引发更多问题。)”以及后续段落中提到的石油泄漏、塑料污染、北极资源开采破坏和过度捕捞等具体问题可知，Text 1的核心关注点是海洋探索对环境造成的破坏。故选B项。 【13题详解】 词义猜测题。根据Text 1第四段“ Although this was banned in 1982, some countries are still “murdering” these intelligent creatures without mercy. (尽管1982年已禁止这种行为，但一些国家仍在无情地murdering这些聪明的生物)”可知，“murdering”一词用于强调捕杀鲸鱼和海豚的残忍性，B项“捕杀鲸鱼和海豚的残忍性”符合语境。故选B项。 【14题详解】 细节理解题。根据Text 2第一段“We need to understand what is happening to our planet so that we can take action. (我们需要了解地球正在发生什么，以便采取行动)”以及第二段“Understanding more about the sea will also help us manage its resources better. (更多地了解海洋也将帮助我们更好地管理其资源)”可知，Text 2认为海洋探索的主要必要性在于帮助人类理解和保护地球。故选C项。 【15题详解】 推理判断题。根据Text 1第三段“Mining for resources is very damaging, especially in the Arctic. (资源开采破坏性极大，尤其是在北极)”可知，Text 1将海底、冰下资源与环境风险联系起来；根据Text 2倒数第二段“The population of the world is growing and we need new resources for future development. (世界人口不断增长，我们需要新的资源来支持未来发展)”可知，Text 2将其与未来发展联系起来。故选C项。 第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分） 根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 It’s often said that a person’s thoughts create their reality. ____16____ Turning your mind towards the life you want can help you realise your ambitions. ____17____ The Wright Brothers were two boys fascinated with the idea of flying. They had a toy that spun propellers using rubber bands and they dreamed of building their own flying machine. In 1903, they did just that, achieving the first powered aircraft flight. ____18____ Think about the things that you enjoy or find fascinating. These are clues that lead you to develop your own dreams. Your values count It can be useful to think about your values, which are simply the things that matter to you. Michelle Nicholls is a psychotherapist, someone who helps people understand their emotions and actions. She says, “If you enjoy donating your time or money to a cause, perhaps you value generosity. Maybe kindness also contributes to your dreams.” ____19____ Not all dreams come true It’s important to remember that your dreams can change and things might not work out as you wish. Nicholls suggests this can be an opportunity to get curious by asking yourself these questions: What got in the way of the dream? ____20____ “This type of flexible thinking allows our minds to expand and stay interested in what is possible for the future,” she says. “It’s also a great idea to have many small dreams along with our ‘big sky’ dreams.” A. Curiosity helps fulfill great dreams B. All great ideas begin with a thought C. Efforts can bring you closer to your dreams D. Are there any parts of it that are still within reach? E. That shows how imagination can inspire people to fulfill their ambitions. F. This is because the way you feel and the things you focus on shape how you see the world. G. The more you note how your actions make others feel, the more you understand your values. 【答案】16. F 17. B 18. E 19. G 20. D 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章探讨了思想如何塑造现实，如何通过关注自己的兴趣和价值观来发展梦想，以及如何应对梦想未能实现的情况。 【16题详解】 根据空前“It’s often said that a person’s thoughts create their reality.(人们常说，一个人的思想创造了他们的现实)”以及后文“Turning your mind towards the life you want can help you realise your ambitions.(把你的思想转向你想要的生活可以帮助你实现你的抱负)”可知，本句承上启下，进一步解释说明上一句话，也关联下一句“把注意力转向你想要的生活可以帮助你实现你的抱负”。故F选项“这是因为你的感受和你关注的事物塑造了你看待世界的方式”符合语境，故选F。 【17题详解】 根据后文“The Wright Brothers were two boys fascinated with the idea of flying. They had a toy that spun propellers using rubber bands and they dreamed of building their own flying machine. In 1903, they did just that, achieving the first powered aircraft flight.(莱特兄弟是两个对飞行的想法着迷的男孩。他们有一个用橡皮筋旋转螺旋桨的玩具，他们梦想着建造自己的飞行器。1903年，他们做到了，实现了第一架动力飞机的飞行)”可知，该空为本段的标题，即主题句，该段落通过莱特兄弟的例子，说明了好奇心和想象力如何激发人们实现自己的抱负，与选项B“所有伟大的想法都始于一个思想”相一致。故选B。 18题详解】 根据上文“The Wright Brothers were two boys fascinated with the idea of flying. They had a toy that spun propellers using rubber bands and they dreamed of building their own flying machine. In 1903, they did just that, achieving the first powered aircraft flight.(莱特兄弟是两个对飞行的想法着迷的男孩。他们有一个用橡皮筋旋转螺旋桨的玩具，他们梦想着建造自己的飞行器。1903年，他们做到了，实现了第一架动力飞机的飞行)”可知，本句总结说明想象力如何激发人们实现自己的抱负。选项E中“That”指代上文莱特兄弟的例子，E选项“这说明了想象力是如何激发人们去实现他们的抱负的”符合语境。故选E。 【19题详解】 根据上文“It can be useful to think about your values, which are simply the things that matter to you. Michelle Nicholls is a psychotherapist, someone who helps people understand their emotions and actions. She says, “If you enjoy donating your time or money to a cause, perhaps you value generosity. Maybe kindness also contributes to your dreams.”(思考你的价值观是很有用的，这些价值观就是对你重要的事情。米歇尔·尼科尔斯是一名心理治疗师，她帮助人们理解自己的情绪和行为。她说：“如果你喜欢为一项事业贡献时间或金钱，也许你看重慷慨。也许善良也有助于你的梦想。”)”可知，本句进一步解释了价值观的重要性，强调了关注自己和他人的感受有助于理解自己的价值观，主题词“values”呼应标题与上文。G选项“你越注意自己的行为给别人的感觉，你就越了解自己的价值观”符合语境。故选G。 【20题详解】 根据上文“It’s important to remember that your dreams can change and things might not work out as you wish. Nicholls suggests this can be an opportunity to get curious by asking yourself these questions: What got in the way of the dream?(重要的是要记住，你的梦想会改变，事情可能不会像你希望的那样发展。尼科尔斯建议，这是一个让你好奇的机会，你可以问自己这些问题：是什么阻碍了你的梦想？)”可知，空处前文提出了在面对梦想未能实现时，进行自我反思：是什么阻碍了梦想的实现？选项D是看看是否还有可以实现的部分，与前文一样，同为反思问题，并与下文“This type of flexible thinking”相一致。D选项“还有什么部分是我们可以触及的吗？”符合语境。故选D。 第三部分：语言运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节 完形填空（共15个小题，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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 It has been nearly a decade since volunteers ___21___ “What Cheer Flower Farm in Rhode Island”. Their ___22___ was clear: to distribute flowers freely to those in need of emotional uplift. Over 100,000 bunches of flowers have since been delivered to hospitals, hospices (收容所), and communities ___23___ by poverty or illness. Erin Achenbach, director of the farm, emphasizes their vision: “We aim to ___24___ the state with blossoms, fostering joy while addressing environmental pollution.” The farm occupies 2.7 acres that once ___25___ an abandoned industrial site. Recently, they secured a $500,000 EPA grant for ___26___ this polluted land into a thriving ecosystem. Stephen Hogan from AIDS Care Ocean State describes the impact: “Witnessing the ___27___ on receivers’ faces is really amazing.” Beyond beauty, the farm serves as a ___28___ for biodiversity. “By restoring native plants,” Achenbach notes, “we attract pollinators critical to ecological ___29___.” The initiative also challenges social rules. “Flowers are often seen as ____30____, but they’re necessities for mental well-being,” Achenbach argues. Volunteers carefully ____31____ seasonal blooms, ensuring year-round supply. Their approach goes beyond traditional charity models by combining environmental action with ____32____. However, challenges continue. Funding remains ____33____, and soil purification requires skills. Yet, the team remains ____34____. “Every bunch symbolizes hope,” Achenbach says. “Our work isn’t just about flowers—it’s about ____35____ human connection and environmental healing.” 21. A. founded B. explored C. purchased D. decorated 22. A. accident B. hobby C. routine D. mission 23. A. fascinated B. inspired C. threatened D. isolated 24. A. cover up B. spread across C. fill in D. take over 25. A. contained B. surrounded C. replaced D. bordered 26. A. preserving B. transforming C. abandoning D. employing 27. A. confusion B. tension C. brightness D. shadows 28. A. barrier B. reserve C. obstacle D. desert 29. A. consumption B. conflict C. decline D. stability 30. A. luxuries B. tools C. threats D. wastes 31. A. gave away B. set up C. cared for D. picked up 32. A. kindness B. faith C. courage D. carefulness 33. A. stable B. abundant C. flexible D. insufficient 34. A. skeptical B. determined C. realistic D. indifferent 35. A. breaking B. stressing C. promoting D. distinguishing 【答案】21. A 22. D 23. C 24. B 25. A 26. B 27. C 28. B 29. D 30. A 31. C 32. A 33. D 34. B 35. C 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了罗德岛的 “What Cheer Flower Farm” 的志愿者们致力于将鲜花免费分发给需要情感慰藉的人，同时努力将曾经被污染的土地改造成繁荣的生态系统，在传播欢乐的同时促进生态保护和社会福祉，尽管面临诸多挑战，但他们依然坚定信念，认为自己的工作意义重大。 【21题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：志愿者们在罗德岛创立 What Cheer Flower Farm 已经快十年了。A. founded创立；B. explored探索；C. purchased购买；D. decorated装饰。根据下文“ “What Cheer Flower Farm in Rhode Island””可知，是志愿者创立了农场，已经经快十年了，故选A。 【22题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：他们的使命很明确：将鲜花免费分发给那些需要情感鼓舞的人。A. accident事故；B. hobby爱好；C. routine日常；D. mission使命。根据下文“to distribute flowers freely to those in need of emotional uplift” 可知，这是他们的使命，故选D。 【23题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：超过 10 万束鲜花已经被送到了医院、收容所和受到贫困或疾病威胁社区。A. fascinated使着迷；B. inspired鼓舞；C. threatened威胁；D. isolated孤立。根据下文“by poverty or illness.”可知，贫困和疾病是对社区的威胁，故选C。 【24题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：农场负责人艾琳·阿肯巴赫强调了他们的愿景：我们的目标是让鲜花遍布全州，在应对环境污染的同时培养欢乐。A. cover up掩盖；B. spread across遍布；C. fill in填写；D. take over接管。根据下文“the state with blossoms” 可知，是让鲜花遍布全州，故选B。 25题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：农场占地 2.7 英亩，这里曾经包含 一个废弃的工业场地。A. contained包含；B. surrounded围绕；C. replaced取代；D. bordered接壤。根据上文“The farm”以及下文“an abandoned industrial site”可知，这里说的是这块地曾经包含一个废弃工业场地，故选A。 【26题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：最近，他们获得了美国环保署 50 万美元的赠款，用于将这片受污染的土地转变 为一个繁荣的生态系统。A. preserving保护；B. transforming转变；C. abandoning放弃；D. employing雇佣。根据下文“polluted land into a thriving ecosystem” 可知，是转变土地的状态，故选B。 【27题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：来自海洋州艾滋病护理中心的Stephen Hogan描述了这种影响：见证接受者脸上的光彩真的很令人惊讶。A. confusion困惑；B. tension紧张；C. brightness光彩；D. shadows阴影。根据下文“really amazing”和常识可知，收到鲜花，接受者脸上会有光彩，故选C。 【28题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：除了美丽，农场还是生物多样性的保护区。A. barrier障碍；B. reserve保护区；C. obstacle障碍；D. desert沙漠。根据下文 “for biodiversity” 可知，农场是生物多样性的保护区，故选B。 【29题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：通过恢复本地植物，我们吸引了对生态稳定至关重要的传粉者。A. consumption消耗；B. conflict冲突；C. decline下降；D. stability稳定。根据下文“pollinators”以及常识可知，传粉者对生态稳定很重要，故选D。 【30题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：鲜花通常被视为奢侈品，但它们是心理健康的必需品。A. luxuries奢侈品；B. tools工具；C. threats威胁；D. wastes废物。根据下文“but they’re necessities for mental well-being” 可知，上下文为转折关系，由此推知上文说鲜花常被看作奢侈品，故选A。 【31题详解】 考查动词短语辨析。句意：志愿者们精心照料季节性花卉，以确保全年供应。A. gave away赠送；B. set up建立；C. cared for照料；D. picked up捡起。根据下文“ensuring year-round supply” 可知，需要精心照料花卉，故选C。 【32题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：他们的方法超越了传统的慈善模式，将环保行动与 “善意” 结合起来。A. kindness善意；B. faith信念；C. courage勇气；D. carefulness细心。根据常识以及上文“to distribute flowers freely to those in need of emotional uplift.”可知，分发鲜花是一种善意的行为，故选A。 【33题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：资金仍然不足，土壤净化需要技能。A. stable稳定的；B. abundant丰富的；C. flexible灵活的；D. insufficient不足的。根据上文“However, challenges continue.”推知，资金是不足的，故选D。 【34题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：然而，团队仍然坚定。A. skeptical怀疑的；B. determined坚定的；C. realistic现实的；D. indifferent冷漠的。根据上文“ challenges continue.”和表示转折的yet可知，虽然面临挑战但团队很坚定，故选B。 【35题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：我们的工作不仅仅是关于鲜花 —— 它是关于促进人类联系和环境修复。A. breaking打破；B. stressing强调；C. promoting促进；D. distinguishing区分。根据上文“Their approach goes beyond traditional charity models by combining environmental action with  12 .”和下文 “human connection and environmental healing”可知，工作不仅仅是关于鲜花 —— 它是关于促进 人类联系和环境修复，故选C。 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。 Lifeline Express, a project ____36____ transforms trains into mobile hospitals for cataract (白内障) operations, has provided free surgeries for 240,000 patients in remote and less developed areas across 28 provincial-level regions in more than three decades, according to an ____37____(operate) of the project. The project ____38____(launch) in 1997 as a gift from the people of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, making an attempt ____39____(mark) its return to the motherland, said the Chinese Foundation for Lifeline Express during a news conference in Beijing on Wednesday. Since then, the fleet (车队) has grown to four trains and 33 hospitals have got involved in ____40____ initiative. Meanwhile, the project has donated 96 ophthalmology (眼科) centers in 24 provincial-level regions ____41____ trained more than 340 grassroots ophthalmologists on cataract surgical ____42____(technique). Since 2016, the project has stepped up work in countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative and carried ____43____ 4,360 cataract surgeries for patients from Uzbekistan and six other ____44____(neighbor) countries’; as well as donated blindness prevention cooperation centers in four member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. This year, the project is expected to arrange two trains and provide free operations for about 6,000 cataract patients. Also, it _____45_____(send) mobile medical teams to five cities. 【答案】36. that##which 37. operator 38. was launched 39. to mark 40. the 41. and 42. techniques 43. out 44. neighboring 45. will send 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，文章主要介绍了“健康快车”——一个将火车改造成用于白内障手术的移动医院的项目。 【36题详解】 考查定语从句。句意：“健康快车” 是一个将火车改造成用于白内障手术的移动医院的项目，据该项目的一位运营者称，在过去三十多年里，它已为中国 28 个省级行政区的偏远和欠发达地区的 24 万名患者提供了免费手术。先行词是“a project”，指物，在定语从句中作主语，所以用关系代词 that 或 which 引导。故填that /which。 【37题详解】 考查名词。句意：“健康快车” 是一个将火车改造成用于白内障手术的移动医院的项目，据该项目的一位运营者称，在过去三十多年里，它已为中国 28 个省级行政区的偏远和欠发达地区的 24 万名患者提供了免费手术。这里指“运营者”，operate 的名词形式为operator ，由 an 可知用单数作宾语。故填operator。 【38题详解】 考查时态和语态。句意：中国健康快车基金会周三在北京的一场新闻发布会上表示，该项目于 1997 年启动，作为香港特别行政区人民的礼物，纪念香港回归祖国。“The project”与 “launch”之间是被动关系，即“项目被启动”，且时间是 1997 年，用一般过去时的被动语态，主语是单数，所以用 was launched。故填was launched。 【39题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：中国健康快车基金会周三在北京一场新闻发布会上表示，该项目于 1997 年启动，作为香港特别行政区人民的礼物，旨在纪念香港回归祖国。此处用动词不定式 to mark 作目的状语，表示启动项目的目的是“纪念” 香港回归。故填to mark。 【40题详解】 考查冠词。句意：从那时起，车队已发展到四列火车，33 家医院参与了该倡议。此处特指 “健康快车”这个倡议，用定冠词 the。故填the。 【41题详解】 考查连词。句意：与此同时，该项目在 24 个省级行政区捐赠了 96 个眼科中心，并培训了 340 多名基层眼科医生的白内障手术技术。“donated 96 ophthalmology centers”与“trained more than 340 grassroots ophthalmologists”是并列关系，用and 连接。故填and。 【42题详解】 考查名词复数。句意：与此同时，该项目在 24 个省级行政区捐赠了 96 个眼科中心，并培训了 340 多名基层眼科医生的白内障手术技术。technique 表示“技术” 时，常用复数形式 techniques，作宾语。故填techniques。 【43题详解】 考查介词。句意：自 2016 年以来，该项目在 “一带一路” 倡议参与国家加大了工作力度，为来自乌兹别克斯坦和其他六个邻国的患者实施了 4360 例白内障手术；并在上海合作组织的四个成员国捐赠了防盲合作中心。“carry out”是固定短语，意为“实施，执行”符合语境。故填out。 【44题详解】 考查形容词。句意：自 2016 年以来，该项目在 “一带一路” 倡议参与国家加大了工作力度，为来自乌兹别克斯坦和其他六个邻国的患者实施了 4360 例白内障手术；并在上海合作组织的四个成员国捐赠了防盲合作中心。这里用形容词 neighboring 修饰名词 countries，表示“邻近的，相邻的”。故填neighboring。 【45题详解】 考查时态。句意：此外，它将派遣移动医疗队前往五个城市。根据“This year” 以及 “is expected to...” 可知，这里描述将来的动作，用一般将来时 will send。故填will send。 第三节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分） A 阅读下面文章或句子，根据句意在空白处填入1个适当的单词或根据提示完成填空。 Last month, a group of high school students, who aimed to raise funds for environmental protection, decided to launch a charity project. They spent countless hours in l____46____ (辛劳的工作), brainstorming ideas and preparing proposals. After days of ____47____ (谈判), they managed to reach a c____48____ with a local company, which agreed to ____49____ (资助) their project. However, just as they were about to d____50____ (宣布) the project officially started, a rival group ____51____ (控告) them of stealing their concept. The students, who firmly believed in their originality, didn’t give in. Instead, they provided evidence that proved their idea was unique. When the truth came to light, everyone ____52____ (称赞) their perseverance. They not only acquired the necessary funds but also won respect from others. Their story teaches us that those who work hard and stay true to themselves d____53____ success, and as long as we have faith in ____54____ we are doing, we can overcome any obstacle. The project, _____55_____ (entitle) “Green Future,” was a huge success, showing that with determination, young people can make a difference. 【答案】46. laborious work 47. negotiations 48. contract 49. sponsor 50. declare 51. accused 52. praised 53. deserve 54. what 55. entitled 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。讲述了一群高中生为环保项目筹集资金，历经谈判、争议后最终成功的故事，展现了坚持和诚信的价值。 【46题详解】 考查名词短语。句意：他们花了无数时间进行辛劳的工作，集思广益并准备提案。根据中文提示“辛劳的工作”及空格前的介词in，此处需填入名词短语作宾语。laborious work符合语境，表示“辛劳的工作”。故填laborious work。 【47题详解】 考查名词的数。句意：经过数天的谈判，他们成功与一家当地公司达成合同，该公司同意资助他们的项目。根据中文提示“谈判”及空格前的days of，此处需填入名词复数形式，negotiation的复数形式为negotiations。故填negotiations。 【48题详解】 考查名词。句意：经过数天的谈判，他们成功与一家当地公司达成协议，该公司同意资助他们的项目。根据首字母c及语境“达成协议”可知，此处应用名词contract，“reach a contract”为固定搭配，意为“达成协议”。故填contract。 【49题详解】 考查动词。句意：经过数天的谈判，他们成功与一家当地公司达成协议，该公司同意资助他们的项目。根据中文提示“资助”及固定结构“agree to do sth.”可知，此处应用动词原形。故填sponsor。 【50题详解】 考查动词。句意：然而，就在他们即将宣布项目正式启动时，一个竞争团队控告他们窃取了创意。根据首字母d和中文提示“宣布”及“be about to do sth.”结构可知，此处应用动词declare。故填declare。 【51题详解】 考查动词时态。句意：然而，就在他们即将宣布项目正式启动时，一个竞争团队控告他们窃取了创意。根据中文提示“控告”及语境可知，此处应用动词accuse，且动作发生在过去，用一般过去时。故填accused。 【52题详解】 考查动词时态。句意：当真相大白时，所有人都称赞他们的毅力。根据中文提示“称赞”及语境可知，此处应用动词praise，且动作发生在过去，用一般过去时。故填praised。 【53题详解】 考查动词。句意：他们的故事告诉我们，那些努力奋斗并保持本真的人值得获得成功，而且只要我们相信自己正在做的事情，就能够克服任何障碍。根据首字母d及语境可知，此处应用动词deserve，主语those为复数，且陈述普遍道理用一般现在时，故填动词原形。故填deserve。 【54题详解】 考查宾语从句。句意：他们的故事告诉我们，那些努力奋斗并保持本真的人值得获得成功，而且只要我们相信自己正在做的事情，就能够克服任何障碍。空格处需填入引导宾语从句的关系代词，且在从句中作doing的宾语，what符合语法和句意。故填what。 【55题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：这个名为 “绿色未来” 的项目取得了巨大成功，表明只要有决心，年轻人就能有所作为。分析句子结构可知，此处应用非谓语动词作定语，project与entitle之间为被动关系，应用过去分词形式。故填entitled。 B 56. Additionally, a dragon boat racing invitation was held in the river, which _________ ( run) through the national-level Haizhu Wetland, with 10 teams, including a women's team, competing in the event. (所给词的适当形式填空) 【答案】runs 【解析】 【详解】考查动词时态。句意：此外，在流经国家级海珠湿地的河中还举办了龙舟竞渡活动，包括一支女队在内的10支队伍参加了比赛。分析句子结构可知，which引导非限制性定语从句，修饰先行词river，which在从句中作主语，空格处在从句中充当谓语成分；又因河流流经珠海湿地为客观事实，所以要用一般现在时，which指代先行词river，为第三人称单数，所以谓语动词也使用第三人称单数形式。故填runs。 57. As the sun began to rise, casting a golden hue on the park’s traditional architecture, the volunteers gathered at the Zhuzi Cultural Park Square, their red and blue vests ___________ (contrast) vividly with the lush green mountains for the opening ceremony. (所给词的适当形式填空) 【答案】contrasting 【解析】 【详解】考查非谓语动词。句意：当太阳开始升起，金色的光辉洒在公园的传统建筑上时，志愿者们聚集在朱子文化公园广场，他们红蓝相间的背心在开幕式上与郁郁葱葱的青山形成鲜明对比。 “their red and blue vests ___________ (contrast) vividly with the lush green mountains”是独立主格结构，contrast(与……形成对比)与其逻辑主语“their red and blue vests”之间是主动关系，用现在分词形式表主动。故填contrasting。 58. Although these campaigns were widespread, the reality is _________ the majority of the western cities were completely redesigned around the needs of the motor car. The number of cars on roads has been increasing rapidly. (用适当的词填空) 【答案】that 【解析】 【详解】考查表语从句。句意：尽管这些运动很广泛，但现实是大多数西方城市完全是围绕汽车的需求重新设计的。道路上汽车的数量一直在迅速增加。“ the majority of the western cities were completely redesigned around the needs of the motor car”是表语从句，从句句意完整，不缺成分，应用只起连接作用、无实义的连词that引导从句。故填that。 59. In recent years, misunderstandings about staple food consumption _________ (lead) to trends where young people are avoiding staples, contributing to the declining role of grains in the national diet. (所给词的适当形式填空) 【答案】have led 【解析】 【详解】考查动词时态和主谓一致。句意：近年来，对主食消费的误解导致了年轻人避开主食的趋势，这使得谷物在国民饮食中的地位逐渐下降。lead(导致)是谓语动词，与主语misunderstandings之间是主动关系，结合时间状语“In recent years”可知，表示从过去一直持续到现在的动作或状态对现在造成的影响，应用现在完成时态，主语是复数名词，谓语用复数形式。故填have led。 60. Various activities have been kicked off in Tangshan, Hebei province, to provide visitors with exciting experiences and a festive atmosphere during the upcoming Chinese New Year, _________ falls on Jan 29. (用适当的词填空) 【答案】which 【解析】 【详解】考查定语从句。句意：河北省唐山市已经开展了各种各样的活动，为即将到来的农历新年期间的游客提供令人兴奋的体验和节日氛围，农历新年在1月29日。分析句子结构可知，空格处单词引导非限定性定语从句，修饰先行词 “the upcoming Chinese New Year”，指物，代替先行词在从句作主语，应用关系代词which引导该定语从句。故填which。 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 61. 上周末，你在动物救助站参加了志愿者服务活动。请你写一篇短文分享此次活动，并向校英文报投稿。内容包括： 1. 服务内容； 2. 你的感受。 注意： 1. 写作词数应为80左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Volunteering at the Animal Shelter _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】Volunteering at the Animal Shelter Last weekend, I participated in a volunteer activity at an animal shelter, which turned out to be an unforgettable and meaningful experience. During my service, I took on various important tasks. First, I carefully cleaned the animals’ living areas, removing dirt and replacing old bedding to ensure a tidy environment for them. Then, I prepared food for different animals, giving cats their favorite canned food and offering parrots a mix of seeds and chopped fruits. What’s more, I spent a lot of time playing with them, like throwing balls for the dogs, which made the animals feel less lonely and much happier. The most touching moment came when a timid rescued dog finally approached me for petting(抚摸) after hours of patient interaction. It was incredibly heartwarming to witness its trust in me gradually building up through our interaction. This volunteering experience not only made me realize the significance of animal protection, but also strengthened my determination to continuously participate in volunteer activities. 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇应用文。考生在动物救助站参加了志愿者服务活动。请你写一篇短文分享此次活动，并向校英文报投稿。 【详解】1. 词汇积累： 参加：participate in→take part in 确保：ensure→make sure 极其：incredibly→extremely 逐渐地：gradually→little by little 2.句式拓展： 同义句 原句：Last weekend, I participated in a volunteer activity at an animal shelter, which turned out to be an unforgettable and meaningful experience. 拓展句：Last weekend, I took part in a volunteer activity at an animal shelter, and it turned out to be an memorable and meaningful experience. 【点睛】【高分句型 1】Last weekend, I participated in a volunteer activity at an animal shelter, which turned out to be an unforgettable and meaningful experience.（运用了 which 引导的非限制性定语从句） 【高分句型 2】What’s more, I spent a lot of time playing with them, like throwing balls for the dogs, which made the animals feel less lonely and much happier.（运用了which 引导非限制性定语从句） 第二节（满分25分） 62. 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。 Jenny was the only child in her family. She had a quarrel (吵架) with her mother that afternoon and she ran out of the house angrily. She couldn’t help weeping sorrowfully when she thought of the scolding from her mother. Having wandered aimlessly in the street for hours, she felt a little hungry and wished for something to eat. She stood beside a stand (货摊) for a while, watching the middle-aged seller busy doing his business. However, with no money in hand, she gave a sigh and had to leave. The seller behind the stand noticed the young girl and asked, “Hey, girl, you want to have the noodles?” “Oh, yes, but I don’t have money on me.” she replied. “That’s nothing. I’ll treat you today,” said the man, “Come in.” The seller brought her a bowl of noodles, whose smell was so attractive. As she was eating, Jenny cried silently. “What is it?” asked the man kindly. “Nothing. Actually, I was just touched by your kindness!” said Jenny as she wiped her tears. “Even a stranger on the street will give me a bowl of noodles, while my mother drove me out of the house. She showed no care for me. She is so merciless compared to a stranger!” Hearing the words, the seller smiled, “Girl, do you really think so? I only gave you a bowl of noodles and you thanked me a lot. But it is your mother who has raised you since you were a baby. Can you remember the times she cooked for you? Have you expressed your gratitude to her?” Jenny sat there, speechless and numb with shock: she remembered her mother’s familiar face and weathered hands. “Why didn’t I think of that? A bowl of noodles from a stranger made me feel grateful. Why haven’t I thanked my mum for what she has done for me?” On the way home. Jenny made up her mind to make an apology to her mother for her rudeness as soon as she arrived home. 注意： 1. 所续写短文的词数应为150左右； 2. 续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好。 Nearing the doorway, Jenny took a deep breath. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ At that time, her mother came back and touched her hair gently, which called her mind back. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】范文 Nearing the doorway, Jenny took a deep breath. When she pushed the door open and entered the house, she found her mother was not in. Tired and sad, she sunk down into the sofa. “Where could my mother be?” she wondered. “Was she still angry with me?” Again, the scene of the quarrel appeared in her mind. She remembered her rudeness to her mother. Realizing that all the scolding from her mother was due to the fact that her mother really cared a lot about her, she felt rather ashamed, tears rolling down her cheeks. At that time, her mother came back and touched her hair gently, which called her mind back. She raised her head and saw the familiar face of her mother. “Here you come! I’ve been looking for you,” she said, fatigued but relieved. Jenny couldn’t help throwing herself into her mother’ arms. “Mum, I’m so sorry and thank you for all you have done for me.” she expressed her sincere apology and great gratitude. Hearing this, her mother smiled, patting her back gently. It dawned on Jenny that Mum’s love was invisible and intangible, but always surrounded us. 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了珍妮与母亲吵架而离家出走，在感到饥饿而没钱吃饭的时候，一个商贩给了她一碗面条，珍妮非常感动，觉得自己母亲非常的无情不关心她，而商贩的话让珍妮觉得自己对母亲太粗鲁了，于是下定决心回家向母亲道歉的故事。 【详解】1. 段落续写 ①由第一段首句内容“快到门口时，珍妮深吸了一口气。”可知，第一段可描写Jenny回家后的心理活动。 ②由第二段首句内容“这时，妈妈回来了，轻轻地抚摸着她的头发，把她的思绪拉了回来。”可知，第二段可描写Jenny给妈妈道歉，母女俩和好的过程。 2. 续写线索：感到疲惫和伤心——想起争吵的场景——意识到妈妈在乎自己——感到惭愧——看见妈妈——扑进妈妈怀里——道歉和感谢——妈妈原谅Jenny 3. 词汇激活 行为类 出现在脑海：appear in one’s mind/come to one’s mind 流下：roll down/stream down 意识到：realize/be aware of 表达：express/convey 情绪类 难过的：sad/upset 感谢：gratitude/appreciation 疲惫的：tired/exhausted 【点睛】【高分句型1】Realizing that all the scolding from her mother was due to the fact that her mother really cared a lot about her, she felt rather ashamed, tears rolling down her cheeks.(运用了宾语从句、同位语从句和独立主格结构，其中第一个that引导宾语从句，第二个that引导同位语从句) 【高分句型2】It dawned on Jenny that Mum’s love was invisible and intangible, but always surrounded us. (运用了it作形式主语，that引导主语从句) 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 2024-2025学年第二学期期末质量检测卷 高二英语 第一部分 阅读理解（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 Northern Ireland’s capital and largest city--Belfast--has become a top tourist destination. Here are a few of the attractions that bring in guests from around the globe. Botanic Gardens Belfast Botanic Gardens started out as a private park in 1828 but opened to the public in 1895. Construction on the garden’s famous Palm House, a building of glass and iron, started in the 1830s. A wide variety of plants can be found there, including one that is over 400 years old! Open: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm. (Closed from Nov. 15th to Feb. 15th next year.) Admission: Individual: $9 (adult), $5 (kid under 14) Family: $21 (Parents & up to 3 kids) Belfast City Hall Belfast’s City Hall, located in the center of the city, is a good place to begin touring. The grand building, which opened in 1906, houses exhibits that are related to Belfast’s politics and government. Outside, the gardens are full of impressive statues and memorials. Open: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm. (Closed on Dec. 23rd - 25th & Jan. 1st - 3rd.) Admission: Individual: $10 (adult), $6 (kid under 14) Family: $24 (Parents & up to 3 kids) Ulster Museum The largest museum in Northern Ireland is Belfast’s splendid Ulster Museum. It has been called Northern Ireland’s treasure house of the past and present. From mummies to moon rocks, the museum possesses impressive art, natural science and history collections. Open: Weekdays: 8:00 am -5:30 pm. Weekends: 10:00 am -3:30 pm. Admission: Individual: $8 (adult), $4 (kid under14) Family: $19 (Parents & up to 3 kids) St. George’s Market Award-winning St. George’s Market was built in the 1890s and is Belfast’s last remaining market housed in a Victorian building. Visitors will find approximately 200 stands selling food, clothes, antiques, crafts and more. Go early for the market’s famous breakfast, and try a specialty coffee or tea while listening to live music. Open: Weekends: 5:30 am-3:30 pm. Admission: FREE 1. At what time can Botanic Gardens be visited? A. 8:30 am, Mar. 24th. B. 9:30 am, May 7th. C. 12:15 pm, Nov. 30th. D. 5:00 pm, July 17th. 2. How much would a couple with two children under 14 pay for admission to Belfast City Hall? A $16. B. $22. C. $24. D. $32. 3. Where may you observe items from space? A. Ulster Museum. B. Botanic Gardens. C. Belfast City Hall. D. St. George’s Market. B I have no intention of looking down on business, yet it simply didn’t suit me. Initially, I entered the business world for financial gain. Besides being able to support my family, money was all I got from it. It failed to bring me a sense of fulfillment, which made me immersed in dissatisfaction and even suffering from torture and pain. My one ambition was to save enough money to quit and go to Europe to pursue my passion for music. During that period, I would rise at dawn to practice playing the violin before heading to work. At noon, instead of having lunch with my business associates, I would frequent cheap cafes, where I had a quick meal and wrote down some violin exercises. After a long time of such efforts, I finally managed to save enough money. As my family’s financial situation had improved and they no longer required my financial support, I resigned from my position. The moment I left, I felt as if I had been released from prison, and soon I set sail for Europe to pursue my dream. The four-year study in Europe was beyond amazing. Though I worked more diligently than I could have ever imagined, every single moment was a source of joy. “Enjoyed” is far too mild a word to describe my feelings; I was truly on cloud nine. For the first time, I felt that I was truly living, engaged in what I loved and was meant to do. If I had remained in business, perhaps I would be a relatively wealthy person today. Nevertheless, I firmly believe that I would not have achieved a truly successful life. I would have given up all those intangible rewards, those inner satisfactions that money can never purchase, and that are often sacrificed when one’s main pursuit is financial success. Quitting my job went against the advice of nearly all my friends and family. We are so conditioned to link success with money that the idea of giving up a well-paid job for a dream seemed almost crazy. If so, all I can say is “Gee, it’s great to be crazy.” Money is a wonderful thing, but it’s possible to pay too high a price for it. 4. Why did the author go into business? A. Because he hadn’t identified his passion. B Because he was immersed in dissatisfaction. C. Because he had to earn money and help his family. D. Because he had no intention of looking down on it. 5. What did the author do during lunch breaks while working in business? A. Discussed music with associates. B. Practiced violin in company offices. C. Ate quickly and composed violin exercises. D. Sought career advice in cafes. 6. Which of the following can best describe the author? A. Honest and tolerant. B. Responsible and fearless. C. Diligent and talented. D. Innovative and considerate. 7. According to the author, what did he gain by pursuing music instead of business? A. Higher social status and fame. B. Financial security for his family. C. Inner satisfaction money cannot buy. D. Approval from friends and family. C At first I could hardly see anything. After so long descending deep into the earth through dark, narrow caves, my eyes were not used to the light. But when I could focus again, I stood amazed. “It’s a...sea!” I cried. “Yes,” my uncle replied, “and I shall give it my name, as it was discovered by me!” A vast lake or even an ocean, spread far beyond where the eye could see. The shore was lined with shining sand, and was being softly lapped by waves. It was covered with small shells which were once inhabited by the first living beings. Around this sea stood a huge rock wall that was being worn away by the endless action of the waves. I could see far over this great sea because it was being lit up by a strange light. Not sunlight, of course, as we were deep below the surface. No; with its bright, clear whiteness, the light must have been electric. Under the “sky”, if it could be called so, being made of rock, were also vast clouds. They were being illuminated by this light, but the light gave no heat, so the place felt rather gloomy. Here we were, shut up inside a cave of a size that could not be estimated. It must have been several miles high. Human words cannot describe the discoveries of those who have been deep into the earth. My imagination was powerless before such wonders. I felt like I was on some distant planet, and was both amazed and rather scared. However, I was energized by the breezy salty air supplying more oxygen to my lungs. After many days in much narrower spaces, it was a great relief. “Ready to walk a little now?” asked my uncle. “Yes, certainly.” “Well, let us follow the shore then,” he said, and we began to explore. Soon in front of us appeared a tall, dense forest, composed of trees formed like umbrellas. “Mushrooms!” said my uncle. And he was right! There were mushrooms in their thousands, and each at least thirty feet high. “Wonderful!” cried my uncle. “A botanist never had such a feast as this! Now look under your feet.” “Oh yes!” I exclaimed. I hadn’t noticed the many bones, which were being crushed under our feet as we walked. Suddenly I thought, if once these monsters lived here, might some still roam through these gloomy forests? I anxiously surveyed the landscape, but we were the only living creatures in this subterranean world. Thankfully! Eventually we returned to the cave we had entered from, and I fell asleep with strange thoughts. Where did this underground sea end? Where did it lead to? 8. According to the text, what is the source of light in the underground world? A. Sunlight filtering through cracks. B. Glowing clouds in the rock ceiling. C. An electric light with bright whiteness. D. Bioluminescent plants on the shore. 9. What did the narrator notice on the ground in the mushroom forest? A. Ancient tools left by explorers. B. Fragments of glowing crystals. C. Numerous bones being crushed underfoot. D. Footprints of unknown creatures. 10. Why did the narrator feel “both amazed and rather scared” (paragraph 6)? A. Because of the distant planet. B. Because of the pressure from the narrow space. C. Because of the unknown size of the cave. D. Because of the amazing alien landscape. 11. What is the primary purpose of this passage? A. To explain the geological formation of underground seas. B. To describe the awe-inspiring discovery of a hidden world. C. To argue for the importance of botanical research. D. To warn about the dangers of cave exploration. D Text 1 When people talk of exploring the sea more they usually mean exploiting it. Sea exploration has caused many problems and will continue to cause more. More exploration means more pollution. The Deepwater Horizon spilled over 200 million gallons of oil into the sea in 2010. Plastic pollution is also bad, killing many birds and fish, and has even been found in our tap water. Mining for resources is very damaging, especially in the Arctic. Because of climate change, there is less ice now, which means we can look for more fossil fuels further north. But if we burn these, the ice will melt more and this negative cycle will continue. Climate change is warning us that something is very wrong. Overfishing is another problem. Whales and dolphins are also hunted for their meat or for so-called research. Although this was banned in 1982, some countries are still “murdering” these intelligent creatures without mercy. Text 2 The sea is home to life, not human beings’ possessions. It is huge, but it is more sensitive than we think. If we do not protect it, future generations will not forgive us. To truly understand our planet, we must explore the oceans which cover most of it. Opponents may be concerned, but sea exploration is important for our future. For example, scientific research ships can help address important issues such as climate change. We need to understand what is happening to our planet so that we can take action. Therefore, more research is necessary. Understanding more about the sea will also help us manage its resources better. Logging new species will improve our understanding of life on the earth. It may help us discover new medicines, as well as new sources of food and energy. Accessing the deep ocean may also help us to predict events such as earthquakes. The population of the world is growing and we need new resources for future development. There are probably vast amounts of resources under the sea and ice, not just oil and gas but also valuable minerals. Of course, there are still environmental risks. However, these should be balanced with economic needs. Hopefully, as technology improves, we may have more options for managing this balance. 12. According to Text 1, what is the main concern about sea exploration? A. It costs too much money. B. It causes environmental damage. C. It is too dangerous for scientists. D. It has no real benefits for humans. 13. The word “murdering” in Text 1 (Paragraph 4) is used to emphasize ______. A. the scientific value of hunting B. the cruelty of killing whales and dolphins C the legality of the activity D. the necessity for research 14. Text 2 argues that sea exploration is necessary mainly because it helps humans to ______. A. find new places to live B. take resources from the Arctic C. understand and protect the planet D. reduce dependence on land resources 15. Both texts mention “resources under the sea/ice”, but they differ in their focus. Text 1 links them to ______, while Text 2 links them to ______. A. climate change / medical research B. pollution / earthquake prediction C. environmental risks / future development D. overfishing / new energy sources 第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分） 根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 It’s often said that a person’s thoughts create their reality. ____16____ Turning your mind towards the life you want can help you realise your ambitions. ____17____ The Wright Brothers were two boys fascinated with the idea of flying. They had a toy that spun propellers using rubber bands and they dreamed of building their own flying machine. In 1903, they did just that, achieving the first powered aircraft flight. ____18____ Think about the things that you enjoy or find fascinating. These are clues that lead you to develop your own dreams. Your values count It can be useful to think about your values which are simply the things that matter to you. Michelle Nicholls is a psychotherapist, someone who helps people understand their emotions and actions. She says, “If you enjoy donating your time or money to a cause, perhaps you value generosity. Maybe kindness also contributes to your dreams.” ____19____ Not all dreams come true It’s important to remember that your dreams can change and things might not work out as you wish. Nicholls suggests this can be an opportunity to get curious by asking yourself these questions: What got in the way of the dream? ____20____ “This type of flexible thinking allows our minds to expand and stay interested in what is possible for the future,” she says. “It’s also a great idea to have many small dreams along with our ‘big sky’ dreams.” A. Curiosity helps fulfill great dreams B. All great ideas begin with a thought C. Efforts can bring you closer to your dreams D. Are there any parts of it that are still within reach? E. That shows how imagination can inspire people to fulfill their ambitions. F. This is because the way you feel and the things you focus on shape how you see the world. G. The more you note how your actions make others feel, the more you understand your values. 第三部分：语言运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节 完形填空（共15个小题，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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 It has been nearly a decade since volunteers ___21___ “What Cheer Flower Farm in Rhode Island”. Their ___22___ was clear: to distribute flowers freely to those in need of emotional uplift. Over 100,000 bunches of flowers have since been delivered to hospitals, hospices (收容所), and communities ___23___ by poverty or illness. Erin Achenbach, director of the farm, emphasizes their vision: “We aim to ___24___ the state with blossoms, fostering joy while addressing environmental pollution.” The farm occupies 2.7 acres that once ___25___ an abandoned industrial site. Recently, they secured a $500,000 EPA grant for ___26___ this polluted land into a thriving ecosystem. Stephen Hogan from AIDS Care Ocean State describes the impact: “Witnessing the ___27___ on receivers’ faces is really amazing.” Beyond beauty, the farm serves as a ___28___ for biodiversity. “By restoring native plants,” Achenbach notes, “we attract pollinators critical to ecological ___29___.” The initiative also challenges social rules. “Flowers are often seen as ____30____, but they’re necessities for mental well-being,” Achenbach argues. Volunteers carefully ____31____ seasonal blooms, ensuring year-round supply. Their approach goes beyond traditional charity models by combining environmental action with ____32____. However, challenges continue. Funding remains ____33____, and soil purification requires skills. Yet, the team remains ____34____. “Every bunch symbolizes hope,” Achenbach says. “Our work isn’t just about flowers—it’s about ____35____ human connection and environmental healing.” 21. A. founded B. explored C. purchased D. decorated 22. A. accident B. hobby C. routine D. mission 23. A. fascinated B. inspired C. threatened D. isolated 24. A. cover up B. spread across C. fill in D. take over 25. A. contained B. surrounded C. replaced D. bordered 26. A. preserving B. transforming C. abandoning D. employing 27. A. confusion B. tension C. brightness D. shadows 28. A. barrier B. reserve C. obstacle D. desert 29. A. consumption B. conflict C. decline D. stability 30. A. luxuries B. tools C. threats D. wastes 31. A. gave away B. set up C. cared for D. picked up 32. A. kindness B. faith C. courage D. carefulness 33. A. stable B. abundant C. flexible D. insufficient 34. A. skeptical B. determined C. realistic D. indifferent 35. A. breaking B. stressing C. promoting D. distinguishing 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。 Lifeline Express, a project ____36____ transforms trains into mobile hospitals for cataract (白内障) operations, has provided free surgeries for 240,000 patients in remote and less developed areas across 28 provincial-level regions in more than three decades, according to an ____37____(operate) of the project. The project ____38____(launch) in 1997 as a gift from the people of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, making an attempt ____39____(mark) its return to the motherland, said the Chinese Foundation for Lifeline Express during a news conference in Beijing on Wednesday. Since then, the fleet (车队) has grown to four trains and 33 hospitals have got involved in ____40____ initiative. Meanwhile, the project has donated 96 ophthalmology (眼科) centers in 24 provincial-level regions ____41____ trained more than 340 grassroots ophthalmologists on cataract surgical ____42____(technique). Since 2016, the project has stepped up work in countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative and carried ____43____ 4,360 cataract surgeries for patients from Uzbekistan and six other ____44____(neighbor) countries’; as well as donated blindness prevention cooperation centers in four member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. This year, the project is expected to arrange two trains and provide free operations for about 6,000 cataract patients. Also, it _____45_____(send) mobile medical teams to five cities. 第三节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分） A 阅读下面文章或句子，根据句意在空白处填入1个适当的单词或根据提示完成填空。 Last month, a group of high school students, who aimed to raise funds for environmental protection, decided to launch a charity project. They spent countless hours in l____46____ (辛劳的工作), brainstorming ideas and preparing proposals. After days of ____47____ (谈判), they managed to reach a c____48____ with a local company, which agreed to ____49____ (资助) their project. However, just as they were about to d____50____ (宣布) the project officially started, a rival group ____51____ (控告) them of stealing their concept. The students, who firmly believed in their originality, didn’t give in. Instead, they provided evidence that proved their idea was unique. When the truth came to light, everyone ____52____ (称赞) their perseverance. They not only acquired the necessary funds but also won respect from others. Their story teaches us that those who work hard and stay true to themselves d____53____ success, and as long as we have faith in ____54____ we are doing, we can overcome any obstacle. The project, _____55_____ (entitle) “Green Future,” was a huge success, showing that with determination, young people can make a difference. B 56. Additionally, a dragon boat racing invitation was held in the river, which _________ ( run) through the national-level Haizhu Wetland, with 10 teams, including a women's team, competing in the event. (所给词的适当形式填空) 57. As the sun began to rise, casting a golden hue on the park’s traditional architecture, the volunteers gathered at the Zhuzi Cultural Park Square, their red and blue vests ___________ (contrast) vividly with the lush green mountains for the opening ceremony. (所给词的适当形式填空) 58. Although these campaigns were widespread, the reality is _________ the majority of the western cities were completely redesigned around the needs of the motor car. The number of cars on roads has been increasing rapidly. (用适当的词填空) 59. In recent years, misunderstandings about staple food consumption _________ (lead) to trends where young people are avoiding staples, contributing to the declining role of grains in the national diet. (所给词的适当形式填空) 60. Various activities have been kicked off in Tangshan, Hebei province, to provide visitors with exciting experiences and a festive atmosphere during the upcoming Chinese New Year, _________ falls on Jan 29. (用适当的词填空) 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 61. 上周末，你在动物救助站参加了志愿者服务活动。请你写一篇短文分享此次活动，并向校英文报投稿。内容包括： 1. 服务内容； 2. 你的感受。 注意： 1. 写作词数应为80左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Volunteering at the Animal Shelter _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第二节（满分25分） 62. 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。 Jenny was the only child in her family. She had a quarrel (吵架) with her mother that afternoon and she ran out of the house angrily. She couldn’t help weeping sorrowfully when she thought of the scolding from her mother. Having wandered aimlessly in the street for hours, she felt a little hungry and wished for something to eat. She stood beside a stand (货摊) for a while, watching the middle-aged seller busy doing his business. However, with no money in hand, she gave a sigh and had to leave. The seller behind the stand noticed the young girl and asked, “Hey, girl, you want to have the noodles?” “Oh, yes, but I don’t have money on me.” she replied. “That’s nothing. I’ll treat you today,” said the man, “Come in.” The seller brought her a bowl of noodles, whose smell was so attractive. As she was eating, Jenny cried silently. “What is it?” asked the man kindly. “Nothing. Actually, I was just touched by your kindness!” said Jenny as she wiped her tears. “Even a stranger on the street will give me a bowl of noodles, while my mother drove me out of the house. She showed no care for me. She is so merciless compared to a stranger!” Hearing the words, the seller smiled, “Girl, do you really think so? I only gave you a bowl of noodles and you thanked me a lot. But it is your mother who has raised you since you were a baby. Can you remember the times she cooked for you? Have you expressed your gratitude to her?” Jenny sat there, speechless and numb with shock: she remembered her mother’s familiar face and weathered hands. “Why didn’t I think of that? A bowl of noodles from a stranger made me feel grateful. Why haven’t I thanked my mum for what she has done for me?” On the way home. Jenny made up her mind to make an apology to her mother for her rudeness as soon as she arrived home. 注意： 1. 所续写短文的词数应为150左右； 2. 续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好。 Nearing the doorway, Jenny took a deep breath. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ At that time, her mother came back and touched her hair gently, which called her mind back. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$