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2025-2026学年度第一学期高二级段考1英语科试卷 命题小组： 第二部分阅读（共两节，满分50分） 第一节(15个小题：每题2.5分，满分37.5分) 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A Yellowstone National Park Yellowstone is open year-round to visitors,though experiences differ depending on the season you visit. March-May:Snow can continue to fall into March and many of the roads may remain closed, with ploughing usually beginning some time in April.Hiking conditions at this time are wet.You won't find many crowds,for good reason. June-August:The busiest time of year in the park is July and August,as families arrive in their droves and temperatures rise up into the mid-20s ('C).Backcountry trails are fully open and this is the ideal time to go hiking. September-October:By September,the.weather is pretty mild (highs of 19C in September). Bears can be spotted by roadside as they try desperately to fatten up before winter. November-February:Temperatures can drop below zero,but this also yields some unique experiences.Elk and bison are already migrating in impressive herds and this is a great time for wolf spotting-their dark coats are much easier to see against a white backdrop of snow.Wolf-tracking trips are a must Cost of travel Entrance fees for Yellowstone are f16 for individuals and an additional f30 for a car.Campsites vary in price,costing as little as f12.50 per night. Accommodation During the peak summer months,prices rise and rooms are booked up long in advance.In winter just a handful of the park's lodges remain open. 1.Where is this text probably taken from? A.A research report. B.A travel brochure. C.A science newspaper. D.A geography textbook. 2.Which month is most suitable for hiking in Yellowstone National Park?. A.July B.April. C.October. D.November. 3.How much should a couple driving a car pay for entrance fees? A.46. B.f44.5. C.32. D.f62. B After 25 years,of professional experience,Brandi Fields thought she wouldn't get back to campus again -until her son Kyle's transformation at Texas Christian University (TCU)made her see education in a new light.The mother and her son will strengthen their connection even more at this week's spring graduation ceremony,as they honor their achievement of earning graduate degrees at the same time. Brandi,50,and Kyle,22,will walk across the stage together to accept their respective graduate degrees,with their family and friends cheering them on from the audience.Kyle began his undergraduate studies at TCU in the fall of 2020.Soon after,his family moved to Fort Worth, motivated to be closer as a family.In May 2023,Kyle earned his bachelor's degree in communications and a minor in business.In fall 2023,both mother and son were back in the classroom -Brandi joined the EMBA program and Kyle began the master's degree program with AddRan College of Liberal Arts. Brandi said her new college experience brought immersive(沉浸式的)learning,late night readings and a transformative study abroad trip to South Africa.Through it all,she described feeling deeply supported by her family and the remarkable EMBA academic team and staff who shaped her experience to be impactful and unforgettable.Outside the classroom,Brandi and Kyle found a lot of moments of connection."Spending time together,just doing homework on the sofa gave us a lot of time,a lot of things to connect through,"Kyle shared. About this week's spring graduation ceremony,Brandi said she's not yet sure how she'll react on that day,but she knows there will no doubt be tears as she cheers on her son as he walks across the stage.For her to be doing it in her own .cap and gown (from the floor of Ed and Rae Schollmaier.Arena will make that a unique memory she'll value forever. 4.What made Brandi decide to return to school? A.The invitation from TCU. B.A must for her career advancement. C.A desire to strengthen family relationship. D.Inspiration from her son's academic journey. 5.What does paragraph 2 focus on? A.Shared engagement in high education. B.Completion of a bachelor's degree. C.Adaptation challenges in college D.A relocation decision for family bonds. 6.Which of the following can best describe Brandi at college? A.She actively took part in various social activities. B.She put academic excellence before family time. C.She achieved family harmony and academic success. D.She struggled with course demands more than Kyle did. 7.What message does the author want to deliver? A.Age is no wall for a learning call. B.Learning together,bonding stronger. C.Home environment shapes child's growth. D.Sharing interests,deepening understanding. c One year ago,in an art competition at the Colorado State Fair in the United States,an artwork created with help from artificial intelligence (Al)called "TheatreD'opera Spatial"won the first prize in the digital art category and sparked discussions online.Now,officials with the 151-year-old fair have revised the contest's rules:Artists must claim whether they used Al to make their entries, reports the Denver Post's John Wenzel. The saga (began last August,when game designer Jason Allen won the top spot in the fair's digital arts competition.When he shared his victory online,he mentioned that he'd used Midjoumey-an AI program that turns text into images-to help create his piece,titled "Th eatre D'opera Spatial”. Allen maintained he was open about using AI from the beginning,though the judges said they didn't know until after the fact.Either way,claim wasn't necessary at the time,meaning Allen never broke any rules. His victory was controversial(有争议的)一and now,as a result,,officials have decided to tweak the submission requirements.At this year's fair,which took place in Pueblo between August 26 and September 4,artists needed to "tell if art or artwork was created using an Artificial Intelligence Generator,"according to this year's requirements. Allen wasn't happy about the new requirement,telling the Denver Post that it was essentially a "discriminatory mark"against AI artworks.Despite the change,he decided to submit once again to the digital arts category. The fair's leaders say they plan to continue adapting as technology advances.As ScottStoller, the fair's general manager,tells the Denver Post,the digital arts category itself has only been around for a few decades.In the future,officials may even decide to add a separate AI category,depending on how popular tools like Midjourney become. “That's the beauty of art一that it's always evolving,”says Stoller.“Art can be anything,and anything can be made into art." 8.What can be learnt about Jason Allen? A.He developed an AI program. B.He revised the rules of an arts contest. C.He won first place in an art competition. D.He was the leader of the Colorado State Fair. 9.What does the underlined word"weak"in paragraph 4 mean? A.Select. B.Revise. C..Continue. D.Create. 10.What can be inferred from the text? A.Allen broke the art competition rules. B.Some people thought Allen deserved the victory. C.Artists can't use AI to make their entries. D.Th eatre D'opera Spatial was completely created by Al. 11.What's Stoller's attitude towards the.AI artworks? A.Unclear. B.Doubtful. C.Approving. D.Unconcerned. D A recent study from the University of Guelph in Canada has revealed a surprising discovery about common eastern bumblebees(大黄蜂)：These insects can survive underwater for up to a week, This finding,published in the journal Biology Letters,came about due to an experimental error when researchers placed hibernating (queen bumblebees in water and found them alive days later. The discovery has impressed scientists.particularly because bumblebees are land-based creatures not typically associated with water environments. Nigel Raine,a professor in the school of environmental sciences at the uiversity and the study's lead author,expressed his astonishment at the results.To further explore this phenomenon, Raine and his team conducted an experiment involving 143 hibernating queen bumblebees.They discovered that those placed underwater for up to seven days had similar survival rates to those not, indicating that the bees'ability to survive such conditions may be more common than previously thought. The research underlines the strength of bumblebees during their hibernation period,a critical phase in their life cycle that has remained largely unexplored.Queen bumblebees typically hibernate alone in small holes during the cold months,which are believed to protect them from flooding. However,this study reveals that these bees possess an unexpected adaptation,allowing them to survive even in flooded conditions. Given these findings,one possible explanation for their survival is diapause,a state of suspended growth and reproduction characterized by reduced oxygen intake.During this state. bumblebees may close their spiracles (L)to prevent water from entering their bodies,and they might also breathe through their skin.This energy-saving mode is likely a key factor in their ability to survive beneath the water. Raine emphasized the importance of understanding these mechanisms,as it could have significant implications for the study of wild insects that help with plant reproduction,which are crucial for food security and ecosystem health,His team's research will aim to determine whether hibernating queens can survive even longer periods underwater and if similar strength exists in other bee species. 12.What do we know about the finding? A.It matched prior beliefs. B.It concerned sea insects. C.It was fully anticipated. D.It was made by accident. 13.What can be inferred about bumblebees from paragraph 3? A.They hibernate in groups for protection. B.They are always protected from flooding. C.They have a hidden adaptation mechanism. D.They reproduce better in flooded conditions. 14.What may Nigel Raine do in the future? A.Conduct further research. B.Prioritize dietary security. C.Secure research patents. D.Raise ecological awareness. 15.Which is the most suitable title for the text? A.Bumblebee Reproductive Habits B.Bumblebee Hibernation Patterns C.Scientists'Experimental Methods D.Bumblebee Survival Underwater 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能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选 项。 We all have strengths and weaknesses---that's completely normal.In fact,recognizing both helps us understand ourselves better. Understanding our strengths can help boost our self-confidence.16 In a journal or on a piece of paper,put the heading "Personal Strengths".List all the characteristics you are proud of.Are you patient?Hardworking?Honest?It's important to acknowledge and appreciate your own strengths. On a separate sheet of paper,write down the heading "Good Deeds".Think about all the kind things you have done for others.It could be helping a classmate with their studies,offering your seat to someone on the bus,or simply smiling at a stranger.17 You can also ask a friend or family member to help you with this exercise.18 Views from others can sometimes'reveal your admirable actions.Furthermore,consider discussing any areas where you feel you could improve,as constructive feedback can be invaluable in personal development. Of course,we all have times when we feel weak and make mistakes.19 Try to see them as chances to grow and improve.Accept your mistakes,learn from them,and then keep moving forward.Appreciate each experience,both good and bad,as they shape you into a wiser and more resilient(坚韧的)individual. 20 It requires time,patience,and a willingness to learn and adapt.In this journey,we can unlock our true potential and grow with a positive mindset and a clearer understanding of who we are. A.To do this,you can try a simple writing exercise. B.This process will discourage you from achieving more. C.Sometimes,being kind might become your weakncsses. D.But keep in mind that they are a natural part of learning E.They might help you understand your personality better. F.Remember,understanding ourselves better is an ongoing process. G.Note down even the smallest acts of kindness as they truly matter. 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。 Our science teacher,Mr.Clark,announced a team experiment competition.I was paired with Emma,the quietest girl in class.To be honest,I felt slightly21 because she.rarely spoke in discussions. We chose a chemistry project about plant growth.Emma suggested using 22 music as a variable(变量)，which surprised me.“Plants can't hear!'I argued,but she showed me research articles.I23my doubts and agreed to try. The first week was 24 for me.While I rushed'through measurements,Emma carefully 25 every detail in her notebook.When our first seedlings died,I wanted to 26. but she calmly said,“Mistakes are data too.” One afternoon,I found Emma alone in the lab,27 with different light settings.Seeing her28,I finally understood her strength.From then on,we29 our skills-my speed and her exactness. On presentation day,our 30 graphs(图表)showed something amazing:plants exposed to classical music grew 15%taller!As classmates crowded around,Emma 31 explained the science.I added our 32 story,making everyone laugh. We won second prize,but the real reward was the 33 I learned: (1)Never judge someone by their 34; (2)The best discoveries happen when 35 minds work together. 21.A.excited B.disappointed C.amused D.proud 22.A.classical B.loud C.modern D.soft 23.A.dealt with B.put aside C.came across D.found out 24.A.dangerous B.boring C.perfect D.frustrating 25.A.listed B.listened C.recorded D.reviewed 26.A.quit B.apologize C.complain D.cheat 27.A.competing B.struggling C.fixing D.experimenting 6 28.A.humor B.patience C.anger D.sadness 29.A.compared B.hid C.combined D.tested 30.A.organized B.outdated C.misleading D.difficult 31.A.shyly B.confidently C.willingly D.modestly 32 A.childhood B.friendship C.failure D.adventure 33.A.lesson B.challenge C.time D.habit 34.A.height B.grades C.speed D.quietness 35.A.similar B.hard C.young D.different 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。 The person I respect most is the geophysicist Huang Danian,36. helped China to make great technological advances. Huang was a 37.(remark)scientist.He 38.(live)in Britain for eighteen years,but when he felt that 39.(he)country needed him,he 40.(give)up his well-paid job and returned to China.Over the next seven years,Huang worked to develop many devices 41.(need) for deep-Earth exploration. 42.(fortunate),such 43.(achieve)didn't.come cheap.Due to the busy pace of his research,Huang was absent 44.his father's funeral,and even his own cancer went undetected as he had no time to see a doctor.45.sum)up,Huang sacrificed everything for his research and I think more people should honor him. 第四部分写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46.假定你是李华，你校在上周六组织全体师生观看了-一场武术表演(martial arts performance)。请你给英国朋友Chris写一封邮件分享这次活动，内容包括： (1)活动内容； (2)你的感想。 注意： (1)写作词数应为80个左右； (②)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Dear Chris, Yours, Li Hua 7 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。 A North Carolina woman had her first birthday party at 105 years old.Although she is so old, she never realized her dream-she wanted to have a birthday party.She also wished to receive 105 birthday cards,the same number as her age. Lorene Summey is an elderly person at Somerset Court,a nursing home in Cherryville,North Carolina.Two months ago,a worker in the nursing home asked Summey what she would like for her upcoming birthday. "We have an old lady that has a birthday next month and she will be 105 years old!She has never had a big birthday party before,so I asked her several months ago what she would like to do for her birthday.She said she would love to have square dance at her birthday party,"Jodie Lankford wrote in a Facebook post."I think this wish is not quite too difficult,and we can help her to achieve." "She explained to us her experiences in her childhood.She said her sister could always go out to enjoy herself but she had to stay home most of the time to take care of the younger ones.She felt unfairly treated by her parents at the time,"she said."She wanted her hair and makeup done,and she wanted to wear the same dress she wore when she was young." "She is also concerned about another thing--she doesn't think she could have 105 birthday cards sent by mail to her for her birthday!I've told her that we will have more.I have made her believe that her wish is sure.to come true,"Lankford added. Last Friday night,her great birthday party began on the square of the nursing home.The time came for the old lady to realize her wish. 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。 Summey looked especially beautiful that day. Back to her room,the caregivers showed Summey the birthday cards. 8