安徽省宿州市第二中学2024-2025学年高二下学期期末考试英语试题

2024—2025年度高二年级第二学期期末考试 英语学科 考生注意： 1. 答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号填写在答题卡和试卷上，并将考生号条形码粘贴在答题卡上的指定位置。 2. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 3. 考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。 1. What is the woman asking the man to do? A. Get home early. B. Speak more quietly. C. Go to sleep immediately. 2. What is the man going to do first? A. Have a meeting with the woman. B. Pick up his son from school. C. Work on a report. 3. When will the woman meet with Professor White? A. At 2:00 p. m. B. At 3:00p. m. C. At 3:30p. m. 4. Where are the speakers? A. At school. B. In a hospital. C. On the field. 5. What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A. Strangers. B. A couple. C. Shopkeeper and customer. 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，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 6. When did the man break his leg? A. When he was going for a walk. B. When he was painting. C. When he was driving. 7. What is the man probably doing now? A. Making a call for help. B. Seeing a doctor. C. Driving a car. 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 8. What does the woman want to do at first? A. Have a picnic. B. Visit her family. C. Go fishing. 9. Why doesn’t the woman want to play basketball? A. The basketball court is too far away. B. Doing exercise makes her tired. C. The weather is too hot. 10. Where do the speakers decide to go first? A. To a cafe. B. To a park. C. To a swimming pool 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 11 What is the conversation mainly about? A. Starting university. B. Cooking a meal. C. Taking a class. 12. How does the woman feel? A. Hungry. B. Scared. C. Excited. 13. What does the man major in? A. History. B. Maths. C. Physics. 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 14. What is the woman’s favorite website? A. Beatport. B. YouTube. C. Vimeo. 15. What does the man think of YouTube? A. It. has many advertisements. B. It has little new music. C. It doesn’t have up-to-date news. 16. What does the man do on Vimeo? A. Read news. B. Listen to music. C. Watch videos. 17. How can Beatport be improved according to the man? A. By cutting down on advertisements. B. By providing full songs. C. By updating content. 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 18. Who may get the money from Japan’s government? A. Part-time workers. B. Some. poor families. C. All children under age 19. 19. How often will the money be given? A. Once in their life. B. Three times a year. C. Twice a month. 20. Where did some people think the money will be according to the talk? A. In savings accounts. B. In computer stores. C. In shopping malls. 第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A Public Speaking is designed to improve your understanding of the communication process and develop your skills as a public speaker as well as a critic of public speech. Assignments Throughout the course, you will deliver four prepared speeches of increasing length and complexity. You will prepare an outline for each speech. You will also write two short papers that analyze various aspects of oral presentation and rhetoric. Speech to introduce: Introduce yourself in 2 minutes. The goal is for your audience to remember your name and learn something about you. Speech to teach: The 4-minute speech will teach your audience about an idea or how to do something. The emphasis is on organization as well as on establishing common ground and credibility. Speech to initiate an action: You have 6 minutes to persuade your audience to take a specific action. The focus is on motivation and follow-through. Speech to change an attitude: You have 8-10 minutes to change your audience’s attitudes to a topic that you will have pre-tested for agreement or disagreement. The emphasis is on argumentation, credibility and persuasion. Interviews: You will receive in-class coaching on how to persuasively communicate your skills in a job interview. Analysis of a famous speech: Write an essay that analyzes the rhetorical strategies used in a famous speech of your choosing. Self-assessment: The purpose of this written assignment is to assess your work in the course. Grading Oral presentations and written components: 90% ＊Speech to introduce (5%) ＊Speech to teach (10%) ＊Speech to initiate an action (20%) ＊Speech to change an attitude (30%) ＊Analysis of a famous speech (20%) ＊Self-evaluation (5%) Class participation: 10% 1. Which assignment stresses motivation and follow-through? A. Speech to teach. B. Speech to initiate an action. C. Speech to introduce. D. Speech to change an attitude. 2. How much does written work account for? A. 25%. B. 30%. C. 35%. D. 55%. 3. Where is this text probably taken from? A. An academic article. B. A lesson plan. C. A speech announcement. D. A course guide. B As a fully bilingual Latina raising multicultural kid, I have always imagined myself passing down the Spanish language to them. I’ve had to think of more creative ways to get them excited about learning the language. Earlier this year we decided to take a Spanish immersion trip to Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic. We stayed at the Lopesan Costa Bavaro, a 5-star, all-inclusive hotel to make travel. and family activities a lot easier. To me, language is about more than just the words themselves; I want to teach them to value the world and: its many cultures. So the goal of the trip was to primarily speak to my kids in Spanish and offer them an enriching travel experience. I blocked out two-to-three-hour windows to speak to them only in Spanish. each: day and found that they became curious about the language and kept asking me how to translate words, even when we weren’t in practice mode. One of their favorite spots in the hotel was the ice cream shop. The kids learned what to call the sweet treat in Spanish (helado) and asked how to say the different ice cream flavors in Spanish too. The most important part of the immersion trip was to have fun and to set realistic expectations about their language development journey. My kids weren’t going to leave the trip being fully bilingual, but the goal was to spark their interest and create a positive learning experience. For me, it was also a reminder to let go of the bilingual parenting pressure I constantly put on myself. So much of passing down a language requires planning and consistency, which can be hard to keep up with at times — and that’s OK. Once we got home, my son asked us to download the app Duolingo on our devices so he could continue practicing his Spanish. And I still make it a point to occasionally shift to Spanish and teach them new words: little by little, poco a poco. 4. What was the main purpose of the author’s trip to Punta Cana? A. To enjoy an expensive hotel. B. To teach her kids Spanish through immersion. C. To explore the culture of the Dominican Republic. D. To visit family members living there. 5. How did the author teach her children Spanish during the trip? A. By playing games with them. B. By having them speak Spanish for two to three hours daily. C. By enrolling them in a language school. D. By speaking only Spanish for two to three hours daily. 6. What lesson did the author learn regarding bilingual parenting? A. It is vital to set strict language rules. B. Language learning is not important for cultural identity. C. Children should only learn one language at a time. D. It requires patience, planning, and consistency. 7. What does the author imply about her children’s language development? A. They generate a strong passion for Spanish. B. They became fluent in Spanish by the end of the trip. C. They have formed a habit of learning Spanish after the trip. D. They found Spanish too easy to learn. C Companies have been switching from, plastic straws to paper ones on the grounds of being more environmentally friendly. However, new research suggests the good - intentioned trend might not be the best alternative after all. The study found the vast majority of paper straws tested contained PFAS. Commonly referred to as “forever chemicals,” PFAS don’t break down in the body or in the environment. “Straws made from plant-based materials, such as paper and bamboo, are often advertised as being more sustainable and eco-friendly than those made from plastic,” said Thimo Groffen, author of the study. “However, the presence of PFAS in these straws means that’s not necessarily true.” Researchers on the study examined 39 brands of straws in Belgium from supermarkets, toy stores, fast-food chains, drug stores and e-commerce stores. The straws were either made of paper, bamboo; glass, stainless steel or plastic, and the researchers tested each brand for concentrations of PFAS. 69% of the brands contained PFAS, with paper straws more likely to contain the chemicals. The researchers found 90% of paper straws had PFAS, compared to 80% of bamboo straws, 75% of plastic straws, and 40% of glass straws. Further, a paper straw brand was the brand with the highest PFAS concentration. Small amounts of PFAS do not pose a risk. However, a build-up of the chemicals in the body may cause dangerous health problems like liver damage, increased blood “The presence of PFAS in paper and bamboo straws shows they are not necessarily biodegradable (可生物降解的),” said Groffen. “We did not detect any PFAS in stainless steel straws, so I would advise consumers to use this type of straw — or just avoid using straws at all.” 8. Why do companies show a preference for paper straws? A. They are considered more economical. B. They are considered less harmful to the environment. C. They are considered more beneficial to health. D. They are considered easier to produce. 9. What can we know about PFAS from the text? A. They exist the least in plastic straws. B. They protect our health effectively. C. They are basic materials for straws. D. They are a potential threat to human health. 10. What does Groffen probably agree with? A. Paper straws will become more popular. B. We should use glass straws more often. C. We’d better drink without using straws. D. Stainless steel straws should be avoided. 11. Which of the following serves as the best title? A. Paper straws are more likely to contain forever chemicals B. Paper straws have entirely taken the place of plastic straws C. Paper straws have caused dangerous, health problems to humans D. Paper straws will become the best alternative for us in the future D Thanks to technology development, healthcare services are more accessible than ever. Hospitals have committed to digitally enabled care going mainstream and more health services have gone online than ever before. But are older people who don’t use the Internet being left behind? A study by Lancaster University found that lots of older people still avoid online life completely or use the Internet only on occasion. There are various reasons why older people don’t use the Internet. For many, a lack of confidence in their own ability to use technology raised fears about security, particularly with online banking. Whatever the reasons are, one of the biggest concerns about an off line older generation is the likelihood that online. Madeleine Starr MBE, director of business development and innovation at Carers UK, said, “Though many of us use technology in our everyday lives, seven out of ten people don’t yet think of technology when it comes to caring. So, many are not yet realizing the benefits of this technology. Accessing appointments, ordering prescriptions (处方) or having consultations online can all help reduce visits to doctors and unplanned hospital visits.” In an aging society, the Internet can make a huge amount of difference to older people requiring a bit of extra support and those caring for them. “Advice from specialist websites or symptom checkers is great for those who are unsure if their symptoms are cause for concern or find it difficult to get to a doctor’s appointment. Technology is making it easier to offer remote care and support for older people, helping them remain independent. The information on the Internet can prevent older people from taking their health into their own hands,” adds Caroline Abrahams, charity director at Age UK. However, services need to remain accessible to those who aren’t online. While it’s fine to support older people getting online, those who choose not to or cannot do so, for whatever reason, should not be treated like second-class citizens. They must still be able to access services in other ways that suit them. 12. What is the main purpose of paragraph 1? A. To raise a topic to be discussed. B. To list some important facts. C. To express the main idea of the text. D. To introduce new advances in science. 13 What might be the big concern about off line older people? A. They will suffer from terrible loneliness. B. They will face risks from online banking. C. They will fail to benefit from advanced online healthcare. D. They will underestimate the role of modern technology in healthcare. 14. Why does the author mention Caroline Abrahams’ words in paragraph 4? A. To stress the popularity of the Internet. B. To reveal technology is developing very fast now. C. To indicate the big challenges an aging society faces. D. To show the Internet is of great importance to older people. 15. What is the message the author wants to convey in the last paragraph? A. Health services should get support from professionals. B. Older people should be encouraged to place their health first. C. Older people should receive some training in using the Internet. D. Health services should be offered in ways that suit different people. 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。 Productivity can be a struggle for many of us. It can be easy to feel upset with overflowing email inboxes, housework, social responsibilities. ___16___ Write it down, do the tasks and cross them off! According to the psychologist David Cohen, there are three key reasons why lists are beneficial. Firstly, they help to drown out the disorder and anxiety that comes with having never-ending tasks. By writing everything down, we don’t have to rely on our memory and can instead focus on the task at hand. ___17___ Secondly, lists provide structure and guidance, giving us a plan to follow. As well as this, our brains are more likely to keep information that is presented in a structured and organized manner. ___18___. They act as proof of what we have achieved, which can help boost our sense of accomplishment and motivation. Seeing our progress on paper can be a great motivator to keep going and tackle more tasks. Another possible reason why our brains love lists is something called the “Zeigarnik Effect”. This is the name psychologists use for when we remember things we need to do, our unfinished tasks, better than things we have already completed. Researchers from Wake Forest University tested the interference of the Zeigarnik effect on a group of people. The researchers concluded that the group permitted to plan had reduced anxiety and performed better in the next task. ___19___ In conclusion, the to-do list is an invaluable tool for managing our daily lives. ___20___ It just might be the key to unlocking your full potential. A. Finally, lists give us the psychological boost as well. B. Instead, we can check our lists to remind us of what’s next. C. This not only helps us stay organized but also reduces mental stress. D. Nevertheless making a to-do list is not always a straightforward process. E. However one simple tool that can help us stay on top of everything is the to-do list. F. The next time you feel overwhelmed, grab a pen and paper, and start making your list. G. This finding highlights the importance of completing tasks and crossing them off our lists. 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。 I grew up in a family where academic success was everything. My parents, both university professors, had my future ___21___ planned: top high school to Ivy League to lawyer. I followed the script perfectly until sophomore year, when a community theater poster ___22___ my path. During rehearsals for Romeo and Juliet, I discovered an unexpected passion. Memorizing lines felt ___23___ than solving math equations. The stage became my escape from ___24___. But when my parents found out, their ___25___ was sharp: “This is a distraction.” Despite their disapproval, I still kept going to practice. However, I was not as confident as I used to be. One night, my drama teacher ___26___ my trembling hands. “You have real talent,” she said, handing me an audition flyer (试镜传单). I hesitated — the audition ___27___ with a crucial exam. Ultimately, I ___28___ to follow my heart. Weeks later, standing nervously backstage, I realized this wasn’t just about acting. It was about ___29___ my own voice. The performance was far from perfect — I ___30___ a line in Act 2—but the audience’s applause felt more ___31___ than any test score. Now as a theater major, I understand: Life isn’t about ___32___ others’ expectations. True success means having the ___33___ to write your own story. Even my parents finally ___34___ that my choice brought unexpected growth. Looking back, that torn theater poster was the ___35___ of my true self. 21. A. neatly B. vaguely C. roughly D. blindly 22. A. blocked B. recorded C. widened D. altered 23. A. heavier B. smoother C. duller D. riskier 24. A. approval B. curiosity C. pressure D. boredom 25. A. ambition B. reaction C. tradition D. conclusion 26. A. ignored B. questioned C. noticed D. released 27. A. conflicted B. cooperated C. contrasted D. combined 28. A. pretended B. refused C. regretted D. chose 29 A. losing B. finding C. hiding D. doubting 30. A. criticized B. wrote C. translated D. forgot 31. A. artificial B. formal C. genuine D. awkward 32. A. setting B. avoiding C. lowering D. meeting 33. A. courage B. wealth C. luck D. fame 34. A. resisted B. predicted C. denied D. admitted 35. A. obstacle B. beginning C. ending D. routine 第二节（共10个小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 根据句子结构的语法性, 在下面空格处填入一个适当的词或使用括号中词的适当形式填空 Dunhuang has been the passage that connects the Central Kingdom with the Western Regions, west of Yumenguan including what is now Xinjiang and parts of Central Asia since the Han Dynasty. Dunhuang is ___36___ (close) related to the ancient Silk Road, and in 1987 the Mogao Caves, built in AD 366, were listed as a world cultural heritage. “Dunhuang has rich, colorful historical and cultural relics, and I am here ___37___ (find) Nepalese (尼泊尔) art elements from my hometown,” said Kumar Khadka, ___38___ international student from Nepal. It was his first visit to Dunhuang as part of the ancient Silk Road tour, ___39___ (organize) by the Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries. The event ___40___ (begin) in Beijing on 28 August, 2018, and Dunhuang was ___41___ (it) third stop. Nowadays 492 caves have well-preserved murals (壁画) and colourful paintings, many of ___42___ are made of fragile materials such as dirt, wood and wheat straw. So if 15 people remain in a cave for more than 10 minutes, the temperature in the cave will increase ___43___ five degrees. This means that a large number of ___44___ (tourist) will unavoidably speed up the ageing of the murals and colourful sculptures. With the launch of the Belt and Road Initiative, Dunhuang once again became the focus of the Silk Road. Meanwhile, the ___45___ (protect) of the cultural relics here must be the first priority today. 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 随着暑假到来，很多学生到处旅游，也有很多学生忙着学习技能。针对这个现象，你校英文报开设专栏，邀请广大师生参与讨论：To travel or to learn skills? 请你就此话题投稿，内容包括： （1）阐述现象； （2）你的观点； （3）你的理由。 注意： （1）写作词数应为80个左右； （2）请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。 To Travel or to Learn Skills? ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第二节（满分25分） 47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 While walking along the street, the bitter cold of a December day in Barrow was ruining my mood. The temperature was below zero so I rushed into the sub way station, hoping to get warm. Warmth came to my body as I settled onto a bench with a cup of hot coffee. Now I was ready to relax and do some serious people-watching. I noticed a homeless man seated nearby. The pleasant smell of delicious food from the subway food court (美食广场) was attracting me to consider an early dinner. From the longing look in my neighbor’s eyes, it was obvious that he, too, noticed the good smell. I wondered how long it had been since he had eaten anything, expecting he would approach me for some food. But he never did. My head and heart were battling it out: the former telling me to mind my own business, and the latter urging me to make an immediate trip to the food court for him. While this inner debate was fierce, a well-dressed young couple suddenly approached. “Excuse me, sir,” began the husband. “We just finished eating and our appetite wasn’t as big as we thought. We hate to waste food. Can you help us out and put this to good use?” The kind stranger handed a large container with food. “Thank you.” came the grateful reply. Feeling good about what I had seen, but disappointed by my own lack of action, I observed my neighbor’s response to his sudden good fortune. He lifted the soup, cupping his hands around the steaming bowl. It was obvious that he was going to enjoy this miracle meal. He opened mouth and suddenly, he stopped. The reason for this unexpected behavior soon became clear. Entering the hall was a new arrival, in his seventies, without a hat and gloves. His lightweight jacket was a poor protection against cold. His face and hands were red and damaged. People around focused on him with pity and whispered at this sad sight. 注意： 1. 续写词数应为150左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 My neighbor was the only one taking action. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ I went to buy food from the food court, with tears welling up in my eyes. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2024—2025年度高二年级第二学期期末考试 英语学科 考生注意： 1. 答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号填写在答题卡和试卷上，并将考生号条形码粘贴在答题卡上的指定位置。 2. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 3. 考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。 1. What is the woman asking the man to do? A. Get home early. B. Speak more quietly. C. Go to sleep immediately. 2. What is the man going to do first? A. Have a meeting with the woman. B. Pick up his son from school. C. Work on a report. 3. When will the woman meet with Professor White? A. At 2:00 p. m. B. At 3:00p. m. C. At 3:30p. m. 4. Where are the speakers? A. At school. B. In a hospital. C. On the field. 5. What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A. Strangers. B. A couple. C. Shopkeeper and customer. 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，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 6. When did the man break his leg? A. When he was going for a walk. B. When he was painting. C. When he was driving. 7. What is the man probably doing now? A. Making a call for help. B. Seeing a doctor. C. Driving a car. 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 8. What does the woman want to do at first? A. Have a picnic. B. Visit her family. C. Go fishing. 9. Why doesn’t the woman want to play basketball? A. The basketball court is too far away. B. Doing exercise makes her tired. C. The weather is too hot. 10. Where do the speakers decide to go first? A. To a cafe. B. To a park. C. To a swimming pool 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 11. What is the conversation mainly about? A. Starting university. B. Cooking a meal. C. Taking a class. 12. How does the woman feel? A. Hungry. B. Scared. C. Excited. 13. What does the man major in? A. History. B. Maths. C. Physics. 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 14. What is the woman’s favorite website? A. Beatport. B. YouTube. C. Vimeo. 15. What does the man think of YouTube? A. It. has many advertisements. B. It has little new music. C. It doesn’t have up-to-date news. 16. What does the man do on Vimeo? A. Read news. B. Listen to music. C. Watch videos. 17. How can Beatport be improved according to the man? A. By cutting down on advertisements. B. By providing full songs. C. By updating content. 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 18. Who may get the money from Japan’s government? A. Part-time workers. B. Some. poor families. C. All children under age 19. 19. How often will the money be given? A. Once in their life. B. Three times a year. C. Twice a month. 20. Where did some people think the money will be according to the talk? A. In savings accounts. B. In computer stores. C. In shopping malls. 第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A 【1~3题答案】 【答案】1. B 2. A 3. D B 【4~7题答案】 【答案】4. B 5. D 6. D 7. A C 【8~11题答案】 【答案】8. B 9. D 10. C 11. A D 【12~15题答案】 【答案】12. A 13. C 14. D 15. D 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。 【16~20题答案】 【答案】16. E 17. C 18. A 19. G 20. F 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。 【21~35题答案】 【答案】21. A 22. D 23. B 24. C 25. B 26. C 27. A 28. D 29. B 30. D 31. C 32. D 33. A 34. D 35. B 第二节（共10个小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 【36~45题答案】 【答案】36. closely 37. to find 38. an 39. organized 40. began 41. its 42. which 43. by 44. tourists 45. protection 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 【46题答案】 【答案】One possible version: To Travel or to Learn Skills? During the summer vacation, some people prefer to travel to different places, explore new cultures and relax themselves, while others choose to spend their time learning new skills such as cooking, painting or playing musical instruments. For me, I think it’s important to strike a balance between leisure and study. Therefore, I plan to spend some time traveling with my family or friends and also dedicate some time to learning new skills that interest me. This way, I can both enjoy the fun of traveling and enrich myself with useful knowledge and abilities. In conclusion, whether it’s traveling or learning skills during the summer vacation, it’s essential for us high school students to make good use of our time in order to broaden our horizons and improve ourselves. 第二节（满分25分） 【47题答案】 【答案】One possible version: My neighbor was the only one taking action. Quickly putting aside his miracle meal, my neighbour stood up and guided the elderly man to share his seat. Hardly had he seated himself when my neighbour tenderly put his jacket over the elderly man’s shoulders. He said with a smile, “Can you help out?”, passing the meal and placing the steaming cup of soup in his hands. The old man obviously was astonished, but he accepted it with gratitude. Seeing this, I was so ashamed of myself. At the moment, my head and heart stopped battling, determined to buy a meal for my neighbour. I went to buy food from the food court, with tears welling up in my eyes. What my neighbour said exactly spoke my mind. Despite a sense of guilt in my heart, I felt it was my job to do the same. After a while, I came back with steaming soup and a sandwich. I approached my neighbour respectfully, “Can you help me out?” I asked “Why not?” He responded jokingly. People around cast admiring look on me, which made me relieved. It wasn’t until that day that I truly understand the meaning of sharing. I left the subway station, feeling warmer, even if the bitter cold wind filled the air. 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$