甘肃省武威市凉州区2024-2025学年高二下学期期末质量检测英语试卷

2024--2025学年第二学期期末质量检测试卷 高二英语 命题人： 总分：150分 考试时间：120分钟 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题每段对话仅读一遍。 （ ）1．What does the man plan to do this weekend? A．Go fishing. B．Visit his grandparents. C．Stay at home and read. （ ）2．What is the woman’s opinion about the new restaurant? A．The food is delicious. B．The service is disappointing. C．The price is too high. （ ）3．What subject does the boy need help with? A．Math. B．English. C．Physics. （ ）4．What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A．Husband and wife. B．Doctor and patient. C．Teacher and student. （ ）5．Where is the woman going? A．To the cinema. B．To the supermarket. C．To the library. 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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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，各小题给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 （ ）6．Where are the students going on the school trip? A．To a nature park. B．To a science museum. C．To an art gallery. （ ）7．How much will each student pay for the trip? A．$12. B．$15. C．$20. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 （ ）8．What’s wrong with the woman’s car? A．It has a flat tire. B．It won’t start. C．The engine is overheating. （ ）9．What does the man suggest the woman do first? A．Check the battery. B．Call a mechanic. C．Try to jump-start the car. （ ）10．What will the woman need to jump-start her car? A．A new battery. B．A wire brush. C．Jumper cables. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 （ ）11．What does the woman do in her new job? A．She works in sales. B．She is in advertising. C．She is a project manager. （ ）12．How does the woman feel about her new job? A．Bored. B．Stressed but interested. C．Completely overwhelmed. （ ）13．What does the woman do to relieve stress? A．She listens to music. B．She goes shopping. C．She goes for a run. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 （ ）14．What kind of apartment does the man want to rent? A．A two-bedroom apartment. B．A one-bedroom apartment. C．A studio apartment. （ ）15．How much is the rent for the apartment the woman first mentions? A．$750 per month. B．$800 per month. C．$850 per month. （ ）16．What utilities are included in the rent? A．Electricity and gas. B．Water and trash collection. C．All utilities. （ ）17．What does the man want to do next? A．Sign a lease. B．Pay the rent. C．Schedule a viewing. 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 （ ）18．When will the school fair be held? A．This Friday. B．This Saturday. C．Next Sunday. （ ）19．What can people do at the food court? A．Taste different kinds of food. B．Participate in cooking classes. C．Watch food - making demonstrations. （ ）20．What kind of products will be sold at the handicraft market? A．Only paintings. B．Handmade items. C．Factory - made goods. 第二部分 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 UNESCO’s World Heritage List has been updated for 2024, and Europe’s newest listings, some of Europe’s lesser-known yet culturally significant sites, are well worth exploring. Via Appia, Italy Also known as “the Queen of roads”, this 500-mile stretch is the oldest Roman road. It connects the Italian capital to Southern Italy’s seaports and speeds the growth and development of new settlements while driving agricultural production and trade. Journeying up this road is a transportation through time, with the original paving stones reminding us of Italy’s old times. Schwerin Residence Ensemble (建筑群), Germany A picture-perfect image of traditional German architecture surrounded by Lake Schwerin, this cultural ensemble comprises 38 of Schwerin’s most striking landscapes and architecture. The architecture of Schwerin captures the essence of 19th-century Germany with its public gardens and cultural buildings tied together by the grand Schwerin Castle. The Flow Country, Scotland In Scotland lies one of the world’s most untouched blanket bog (沼泽) landscapes. With around 500,000 acres of bog pools and ancient plants, The Flow Country is one of the world’s biggest carbon stores, crucial in the fight against climate change. On foot is how you can experience the dramatic views of this lesser-known landscape and diverse wildlife species closely. Moravian Church Settlements, Germany and UK Gracehill was a village in Northern Ireland founded by the Moravians in 1759. Guided tours of Gracehill Old School and the Moravian Church offer visual insights into traditional, Moravian architecture. In Germany, the living Moravian heritage can be felt in the museums and church halls of Herrnhut, the birthplace of the Moravian Church. （ ）21．What can one expect to do from the travel along Via Appia? A．Take a bus to southern seaports. B．Admire some German buildings. C．Experience the ancient past of Italy. D．Have a look at Moravian architecture. （ ）22．Which site can one go to watch the wildlife? A．Via Appia. B．The Flow Country. C．Schwerin Residence Ensemble. D．Moravian Church Settlements. （ ）23．What do the four sites have in common? A．They are located in the same country. B．They are not much known to the outside. C．They are meant for nature-loving travelers. D．They have long been on the World Heritage List. B Huang Xuhua, born in 1926 in Guangdong Province, is known as the “Father of China’s Nuclear Submarines.” His pioneering work in the 1960s and 1970s helped lay the foundation for China’s nuclear submarine (核潜艇) program, which played a key role in the country’s defense strategy during a time of intense global pressure. In 1958, Mr. Huang was appointed as the chief designer for China’s first nuclear submarine project. At that time, China lacked the necessary technology and resources to construct such advanced submarines, and due to international isolation, the team had to rely solely on domestic innovation. Despite these significant challenges, Mr. Huang accepted the mission with determination, driven by the need to safeguard China’s maritime sovereignty (主权) and strengthen its strategic defenses. The greatest hurdle was developing a compact nuclear reactor capable of powering a submarine. With limited expertise in nuclear physics and engineering, Mr. Huang and his team worked tirelessly to design an efficient and reliable reactor, demonstrating his creativity and leadership skills. After over a decade of hard work, Huang’s team achieved a historic breakthrough in 1970 by launching China’s first nuclear-powered submarine, the Type 091 (Han-class). This meant China became one of the few countries able to build nuclear submarines. Soon after, they developed the Type 092 (Xia-class), China’s first ballistic missile submarine, which boosted the country’s nuclear defense. Huang’s contributions went beyond technology. His leadership inspired a generation of Chinese scientists and engineers to focus on self-reliance and innovation. Despite the heavy pressure and secrecy surrounding his work, Huang stayed committed to the project, often sacrificing personal comforts for its success. In recognition of his achievements, Huang has received many awards, including the Supreme State Science and Technology Award, China’s highest honor for scientific achievements. （ ）24．What was the biggest challenge in developing China’s first nuclear submarine? A．Funding missile systems. B．Lacking the necessary technology and resources. C．Coordinating international cooperation. D．Designing a compact nuclear reactor to power a submarine. （ ）25．What is the primary purpose of paragraph 3? A．To compare the functions of Type 091 and Type 092 submarines. B．To emphasize the global popularity of Chinese submarine technology. C．To showcase the technological achievements and their strategic impact. D．To list the names and launch dates of China’s early nuclear submarines. （ ）26．Which of the following best describe Huang Xuhua? A．Innovative and patriotic（爱国的）. B．Talented and courageous. C．Modest and cooperative. D．Hard-working and adventurous. （ ）27．Where would you most likely read this passage? A．A fictional novel . B．A travel guide. C．A biography. D．A newspaper. C After writing 50 books, Pakistani American kids’ book author Saadia Faruqi is covering an issue she’s never explored before in her newest title, The Strongest Heart. “This is the first time I’ve written a book that mainly talks about mental illness and the impacts it has on family life, especially on kids,” says Faruqi. “It’s a topic that’s very close to my heart and the theme is personal to me.” Published in March, The Strongest Heart follows Mo, a Pakistani American eighth grader, as he struggles to understand his Abbu — “father” in Urdu — who has a very serious mental illness. The book is based on Faruqi’s own rocky relationship with her father, who she believes also had this condition. Growing up in Karachi, Pakistan, Faruqi says she was afraid of her father’s episodes and often felt confused. The adults never “sat me down and explained anything. Nobody said,’ Hey, don’ t be scared.’” She hopes The Strongest Heart, intended for middle schoolers, can offer comfort and strength to young people who live with someone with mental illness at home. When asked about what she hoped readers would take away from this book, Faruqi said,“I think the title says it all: The Strongest Heart. When things get really bad, somebody tells Mo, ‘The strongest heart is the one that’ s still beating.’ I hope that readers take away a message of courage and resilience (坚持不懈). This book is for anybody who faces hardships, who’s not in control of their own life, who’s scared or worried or anxious.” So far, the book has earned four starred reviews. Kirkus Reviews writes: “The story is engaging, populated with appealing, well-rounded main and supporting characters. The account of serious mental illness and the complex emotions of a child whose parent suffers from it are realistic, eye-opening and moving.” （ ）28．What makes The Strongest Heart different from Faruqi’s previous books? A．It covers family issues in Pakistan. B．It talks about her personal life in Urdu. C．It describes her childhood life in Karachi. D．It addresses mental illness’s family impact. （ ）29．How might Mo feel about his father’s illness? A．Puzzled and scared. B．Angry and doubtful. C．Worried and impatient. D．Anxious and ashamed. （ ）30．What does Faruqi hope readers learn from The Strongest Heart? A．There is strength even in a struggle. B．Parents must always appear strong. C．Mental illness should be kept private. D．People should take control of their own life. （ ）31．What comment did The Strongest Heart receive? A．Appreciation for its delicate structure. B．Disapproval of its characterization. C．Criticism for its complex account. D．Praise for its emotional realism. D Every day, you likely hear a new piece of advice. One suggestion you may hear is to “fake it until you make it”（先假装后实现）, especially if you’re starting something new, like a job. But is it really good advice? Fake it till you make it is an expression in which a person imitates (模仿) the confidence or skills they need to succeed in what they are doing in the hope that they will eventually feel real. Advocates of this idea say you can fake confidence and hope that, eventually, it will inspire real confidence. The best time to use this strategy may be when you’re trying to change your behavior to improve yourself. If you aim to boost your work productivity, you might draw inspiration from your more efficient colleagues. This way can help you learn strategies to enhance your performance. Similarly, in your personal life, striving to be more friendly and warm can initially feel awkward but will ultimately foster better relationships with those around you. Unfortunately, faking it till you make it doesn’t always bring sunshine, lollipops, and rainbows. It may not work when dealing with hard skills, assisting others, or faking who you are. For example, it is incredibly hard to fake technical skills and competence like software experience. It’s also hard to assist others if you lack understanding of the subject. Moreover, pretending to be someone you’re not or making false claims can be exposed. One study shows that it can snowball into imposter syndrome（冒名者综合征）, which can arise when individuals feel their success is undeserved and fear being exposed as a fake. Unfortunately, faking it till you make it can exacerbate that syndrome, leading to avoidance and negative impacts on productivity and well-being. In conclusion, there is a difference between learning new behaviors and lying about your identity or skills. One can build you into a better worker or friend, but the latter can get you into trouble. “Fake it till you make it” can be a useful approach for some, while it can also contribute to imposter syndrome for others. （ ）32．Why do some people adopt the strategy “fake it till you make it”? A．To criticize the behavior of others. B．To make others trust their abilities. C．To avoid taking on new challenges. D．To gain confidence through imitation. （ ）33．In what type of situation might “fake it till you make it” be ineffective? A．When taking up a new hobby. B．When trying to stay focused in class. C．When teaching others computer skills. D．When socializing with your classmates. （ ）34．What does the underlined word “exacerbate” in paragraph 5 mean? A．Worsen. B．Relieve. C．Prevent. D．Recognize. （ ）35．What is the author’s main viewpoint on the strategy “fake it till you make it”? A．It can be positive or negative. B．It is a useful tool in our daily life. C．It is more harmful in the long run. D．It’s always good for personal growth. 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。 How to Become a More Effective Listener Being a good listener can enrich your understanding, expand your capacity for empathy, and improve your communication skills. 36 Here are some practical strategies to improve your listening skills. Maintain appropriate eye contact. When someone is talking to you, make and hold eye contact so they know you’ re taking in what they’ re saying. 37 Studies show the ideal amount of eye contact is about 3 seconds at a time; longer periods of direct eye contact may make the other person uncomfortable. Minimize distractions. Active listening requires full focus. If you’ re watching TV or scrolling TikTok while someone is speaking, they’ll likely get the impression that you’ re not really paying attention — and you’ll miss key details. 38 This demonstrates respect and engagement. 39 You might be a great listener, but your conversation partner may not realize it if you don’t show them. Nodding now and again and offering an “mmhmm” or “I see” can help them know that you care. And the occasional verbal acknowledgement that you’ re listening and comprehending can encourage the other person to keep talking. Ask insightful questions. Meaningful questions deepen conversations and show genuine interest. 40 This encourages the speaker to reflect and elaborate, making the discussion more productive. That’s why we should aim to use questions as a means by which the speaker can begin to reach their own conclusions about the issues being raised, without sounding judgmental or forceful. A．Read their body language. B．Provide proper feedback. C．Put aside any distractions and maintain focus. D．However, avoid staring at them the whole time. E．However, mastering this skill requires conscious effort. F．For example, inquire about their perspective or feelings. G．A good listener should always offer immediate advice. 第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 Last summer, I returned to my grandmother’s home in the quiet town where I grew up. The woman who once moved with boundless(无限的） 41 now seemed to be older, moving more slowly, as if her every step was carefully 42 . Her hands, which had once moved with clear purpose, now shook 43 she nursed her tea. I noticed the 44 , but it didn’t make her any less the center of our family. She had simply learned to move at a different 45 , one that allowed her to enjoy moments she once rushed through. One afternoon, we sat side by side in her garden. I was 46 the roses, my thoughts wandering as impatience grew with how much there was to do. I wanted to finish quickly, yet my grandmother’s eyes remained fixed on the flowers, filled with quiet understanding. “I used to rush through all this,” she said softly. “Planting, weeding, always hurrying. Now, I find 47 in just watching them grow, letting time 48 as it will.” Her voice wasn’t filled with any 49 ; instead, it conveyed a peaceful acceptance, as if she had 50 a new way of loving life. In the days that followed, we shared simple moments — small tasks, quiet conversations, and the gentle flow of our daily routine. I had always flown through tasks before, constantly focused on finishing what was next. But watching her, I began to see a different way of being. She no longer moved quickly; each 51 was purposeful, and in her stillness, there was a warmth I had never truly 52 before. As I was about to leave, she smiled gently and said, “You know, love isn’t always about 53 actions. It’s in the little things, the quiet moments we share. Like how these green plants 54 , or how we sit here together, simply being.” In that moment, I understood: true love, like true life, lies in the patience and 55 we give one another. （ ）41．A．happiness B．energy C．courage D．expectation （ ）42．A．controlled B．recorded C．measured D．observed （ ）43．A．as B．before C．since D．until （ ）44．A．change B．loss C．function D．course （ ）45．A．association B．pattern C．style D．rhythm （ ）46．A．tidying up B．picking up C．holding up D．pulling up （ ）47．A．secret B．distance C．future D．comfort （ ）48．A．pause B．unfold C．predict D．interpret （ ）49．A．sympathy B．tension C．regret D．excitement （ ）50．A．hidden B．discovered C．assessed D．instructed （ ）51．A．word B．smile C．movement D．struggle （ ）52．A．convinced B．strengthened C．noticed D．disturbed （ ）53．A．generous B．silent C．reliable D．grand （ ）54．A．flower B．die C．fade D．survive （ ）55．A．promise B．presence C．hope D．wealth 第二节 语法填空（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。 The youth version of The Peony Pavilion (《牡丹亭》) 56 (successful) entered the stage of the Spring for Chinese Arts at the Beijing Tianqiao Performing Arts Center. The Peony Pavilion, 57 cultural treasure of the world, was written by China’s Ming Dynasty playwright and writer Tang Xianzu, who is compared to William Shakespeare. And Kunqu Opera, combining songs 58 (perform) in the Suzhou dialect, graceful body movements, martial arts and dance, was originally born in the region of Kunshan, Jiangsu Province. It was listed as one of the representative 59 (work) of the oral and intangible heritage of humanity by UNESCO in 2001. Kunqu Opera uses a 60 (vary) of gestures to express specific emotions and has distinguished itself by its rhythmic patterns. It also has a major impact 61 all the more recent forms of opera in China, such as Peking Opera. 62 excites the organizing committee is that The Peony Pavilion 63 (attract) a growing young audience since its first performance in Beijing. Up to now, Beijing Tianqiao Performing Arts Center, 64 aim is to emphasize the inheritance, promotion, development and popularization of traditional Chinese culture and arts, has also held many exhibitions which are related to traditional drama, and established the Peking Opera inheritance class 65 (make) the traditional art popular among children. 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 假如你是李华，你校上周举行了主题是“太空”的年度“科学节”活动，持续一周。请你为校英文报写一篇报道，内容包括： 1.活动目的； 2.具体活动； 3.活动反响。 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。 Science Festival goes off with a bang! ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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。 When I was in middle school, my family moved to Seattle, where my parents started their new business — a small grocery store downstairs my house. As a girl of shy and reserved nature, I had to take a fresh start to fit into the sophisticated city life. One sunny day, my school announced an exciting event, a talent show for the local food bank. Students were encouraged to showcase their unique talents in front of the public in the city hall on National Day. A buzz of excitement fed the school as everyone began preparing for the big day. Deep down, I felt a spark of curiosity and a desire to participate. However, my self-doubt held me back, “I don’t have any special skills to share.” Days turned into weeks, and the talent show drew closer. I couldn’t shake the upsetting feeling until one day, Emma, one of the most popular girls in my class, came to me while I was helping in the grocery store after class. “How about singing together in the talent show?” She grinned, “I heard you singing a tune, along the way back home. I can’t help following you here.” Gosh, I couldn’t believe my ears. Emma, with personality and popularity, acknowledged my little talent. Since Emma had the world’s prettiest voice, I felt like being favoured by fortune. “You two? The talent show for the food bank?” My mum bent towards us and her face lit up. “A big occasion.” Then a light bulb seemed to go in her head. “Why not practise right now upstairs? I bet you’ll be a perfect match.” Winking at us, she seemed to know we were thinking alike. Emma and I embarked on rehearsing almost every single day after school. We brainstormed, exchanged ideas and rehearsed the scene. As the days rolled by, I was feeling pretty good about our act. But the day before the performance, Emma called that she had an acute stomachache and was not in any shape to perform. 注意： 1.所续写短文的词数应为150左右； 2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Paragraph 1: I was completely knocked out by the news. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Paragraph 2: Finally came the big moment. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 学科网（北京）股份有 高二英语试卷 第 1 页（共 2 页） 学科网（北京）股份有限 高二英语试卷 第 1 页（共 2 页） 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$