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2025—2026学年（上）清源学校高二年级期中考试 英语 (试卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟) 第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分） 做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。 第一节（共5小题：每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 1.What keeps Jenny in a good state? A.Her new lifestyle. B.Some nice clothes. C.Many outdoor sports. 2.What does the man think of reassembling the camera? A.Easy. B.Interesting. C.Challenging. 3.What happened to the man this morning? A.He missed the bus.B.His computer was broken.C.He quarreled with a taxi driver. 4.When will the speakers study together? A.On Mondays. B.On Thursdays. C.On Fridays. 5.What is the woman? A.A bank clerk. B.A hotel receptionist. C.A restaurant manager. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 6.Why does the man refuse to see Sonic the Hedgehog 2? A.He's watched it. B.He thinks it childish. C.He doesn't like cartoons. 7.Which movie has the woman waited for a long time? A.Sherlock Holmes 3. B.Mission:Impossible 7. C.Sonic the Hedgehog 2. 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 8.What do Rose and her roommates have in common? A.The major. B.The interest. C.The personality. 9 How does Jack find living on campus? A.Annoying. B.Expensive. C.Great. 10.Where will Jack go next? A.The library. B.The dormitory. C.The classroom. 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 11.What do we know about medical development in the future? A.Cancer may be cured.B.AIDS may disappear.C.Health care will be free. 12.What will make distant places more popular for holidays? A.Better air service.B.Faster air transport.C.Lower cost for air travel. 13.What are the speakers talking about? A.Future ways of traveling.B.Medical progress in the future.C.Changes in life in the next decade. 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 14.What attracts the woman most in the park? A.Visiting a cafe. B.Watching butterflies. C.Playing with dogs. 15.Where will the woman's kids go to have fun? A.Dog Run B.Pavilion Park. C.Butterfly Garden. 16.How many entrances are there to the park? A.2. B.3. C.4. 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 17.What do restaurants in America seldom accept? A.Checks. B.Cash C.Credit cards. 18.What is the common custom at popular restaurants in America? A.They mainly serve for large parties. B.They offer alcohol to guests over 18. C.Many of them don't accept reservations. 19.What percentage of the bill should be tipped for superior service? A.About 15%. B.About 20%. C.About 25%. 20.Who generally smokes the least? A.Asians. B.Europeans. C.Americans. 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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 A Zurich,Switzerland's largest city,has long been best known for its banks and how well everything works there.But these days its cultural scene is also growing rapidly.In this city of rivers and lakes,you can go for a swim in nature,visit many art galleries,and try new kinds of food,all in one day. Getting there around British Airways,EasyJet,Edelweiss Air and Swiss fly to Zurich from UK airports including Edinburgh, Gatwick,Heathrow,Luton,Manchester and Stansted.The train from London StPancras International to Zurich takes 6 hours and 55 minutes,which is a shorter time compared to any other train rides,but it includes a change of stations in Paris.And the average flight time is lhour and 45 minutes.It's easy to explore Zurich's attractions on foot or by using the quick,safe and clean public transport system.You can catch a tram(),train,bus or boat at most times of day easily.A24-hour travel card for use in central Zurich costsf8.30.Trams and buses run from 1 am to 6 am. When to go Zurich is worth visiting all the year round.Winter and early spring see cold days with snow-covered hills and ice skating-with average temperatures around 4C to 6C,while summer brings averages of 25C to 28C,which means open bathing beaches and most of the city's festivals.Autumn,cooler at around 15C,is the season for Zurich wine.Every October,there are tastings,master classes and networking sessions related to wine. Where to stay 25 Hours Hotel Langstrasse.Doubles fromf140. La Reserve Eden au Lac Zurich.Doubles from E240. How to do it Switzerland Travel Centre offers a three-day tour package-two nights in a three-star hotel in Zurich, including a 72-hour Zurich Card for transport and discounts on attractions,f230 per person,B&B.Flights not included. 21.What can be learned about the travel from the UK to Zurich? A.Transport choices are limited.B.There isn't any direct flight. C.Taking a boat is the best option.D.The fastest train doesn't go straight through 22.Which season is the best to go to Zurich for the a festival-goer? A.Spring.B.Summer. C.Autumn.D.Winter. 23.How much should a couple pay if they book the three-day tour package? A.￡480. B.￡460. C.￡230. D.￡140. 尔 For years,I suffered from self-doubt.It was always there,even in moments of success or after a kind word from a friend.It started after the doctors said I had autism(),and autism wasn't widely understood back then.My teachers didn't get me.My classmates always laughed at me.Through those years,I never wanted to admit I was autistic.I tried to hide it.But hiding only made the self-doubt stronger. During middle school,I received surgery on my back.I didn't pass many exams and kept failing the SATs. But something deep inside me told me,"Keep going."So I did.After three tries,I finally passed.That was when I started writing. At first,it was just a way to get the thoughts out of my head.My voice had been quiet for so long,but now, on paper,it was starting to come through.I put my writing into a book and managed to get it published, although the process was filled with difficulties.People responded in ways I never expected.Some told me my words helped them feel less unnoticed.Others said they finally felt comforted,opening up about their own struggles.Parents reached me to say they had hope again.Hope that their child will be okay. I've since spoken at meetings and connected with people who once felt unseen by others.What matters most isn't the achievements,but knowing that someone,somewhere,who feels like I once did,might hear my story and think,“Maybe I can do that too.” There's one moment I'll never forget.Once,after I shared my story at a graduation ceremony,a girl suddenly appeared and began to sing a beautiful song about wishing parents to get closer to their kids and help them.I was so touched.And once again,I was reminded that the voice I once tried to hide had helped someone else find theirs. 24.Which word can best describe the author's middle school life? A.Eventful.B.Smooth.C.Interesting.D.Fruitless. 25.What made the author begin writing? A.The need to express his feelings.B.The hope to cure his autism. C.The desire for public recognition.D.The encouragement from his teachers. 26.Why was the author moved by the girl's song? A.It had poetic lines. B.It showed her musical talent. C.It suggested his story inspired others.D.It carried mixed emotions. 27.What message does the author want to deliver? A.Practice makes perfect. B.Actions speak louder than words. C.A trouble shared is a trouble halved.D.One's experience can light another's path. The education technology(edtech)industry has grown rapidly in recent years,with investment()in this field increasing more than forty times over the last decade.As a result,the market is being flooded with new tools and new edtech companies,making it hard for school leaders and teachers to figure out which tools will actually work best in the classroom. "Only 11%of education decision makers were looking at any type of evidence to make a purchasing decision on an edtech tool,"said Isabelle Hau,executive director of the Stanford Accelerator for Learning,an organization that helps improve how well children and adults learn."And only 7%of edtech tools around the world have any kind of strict,dependable evidence that they work." Besides the lack of research on which tools help students get better grades in this fast-growing edtech field, making sure everyone can get these tools fairly is also challenging."Many of these tools aren't shared fairly. This has to do with who pays the money for them and how the money is provided,"Ms.Hau explained. "Around the world,there's still a huge divide in how easy it is for people in different places to use digital tools(like computers and tablets)." Hau joins GSE Dean Dan Schwartz and Senior Lecturer Denise Pope as they discuss edtech's rocketing growth,what's driving that growth,and how school leaders,the government,and other organizations can help teachers get the tools that will best serve their students. "A lot of people are working on it,including us,of course,because we have a big role to play in improving learning outcomes for children and educators,"Hau said.She also shared tips and resources for businessmen looking to get into the edtech space."You need to start small,and you need to start with a handful of partners that love your solution.And then from there you can expect to grow in size." 28.What might be the school leaders'concern about edtech tools? A.Originality.B.Effectiveness. C.Safety. D.convenience. 29.What does the underlined part"a huge divide"in paragraph 3 probably refer to? A.The inequality in access to digital tools. B.The difference in the quality of edtech products. C.The gap in digital skills between teachers and students. D.The imbalance in educational development across regions. 30.What is Hau's suggestion for businessmen interested in edtech? A.Dream big.B.Seek investment.C.Be practical. D.Be independent. 31.What's the author's purpose in writing the text? A.To recommend edtech products and services B.To complain about the poor quality of edtech tools. C.To provide detailed guidance on choosing edtech tools. D.To expose the challenges in the fast-growing edtech field. D In North America,monarch butterflies()live about a month,but the last generation of the year,the ones that migrate()south,can live around eight months.Since the 1990s,monarch populations have dropped,particularly at overwintering sites and populations found east of the Rocky Mountains have reduced by around 80 percent.Researchers think that higher temperatures caused by climate change could be a reason.But until now,no studies have specifically looked at that. To test this hypothesis(),Fedorka and his team collected nearly 500 wild monarchs before their migration in autumn and divided them into two groups.In the lab,they placed the two groups in migration-path temperature extremes-23C and 19C,based on 70 years of data.After26 days,survivors were put into conditions that copied winter. The team found that monarchs that had been in the warmer temperature started laying eggs early-even when there was no milkweed around,the plant where monarchs lay their eggs and on which their young feed. "These monarchs are ready to drop out of migration at any moment,"Fedorka says.The team also found that male monarchs from the warmer group were 88 percent more likely to die than those from the colder group. Both male and female monarchs that had experienced warmer temperatures during their trip had a 28 percent higher risk of dying during winter-no matter what the winter temperatures were. The team admits that further research is needed to see how the results apply in the wild.Sonia Altizer,an expert who studies insects,notes that monarchs'habit of stopping their trip south when it's warm means they might one day stop migrating completely.Or,they could migrate only part of the way.And as monarchs help plants by carrying pollen from one flower to another,losing their migration would also mean losing an amazing natural event."If we lose these groups of monarchs that migrate,we can never get them back,"Altizer says. 32.What does paragraph 2 focus on? A.The process of the experiment. B.The principle of dividing monarchs. C.The challenges of conducting the experiment. D.The specific results observed from the experiment. 33.Which of the following matches the team's findings? A.Male monarchs die more easily than female ones. B.Warmer climate may make monarchs lay eggs early. C.Food sources come before temperatures for monarchs. D.Nothing along the journey can stop monarchs migrating. 34.What's Altizer's attitude towards monarchs'migration? A.Hopeful.B.Uncaring.C.Worried.D.Unclear. 35.Which of the following is the most suitable title for the text? A.The Approach to Protecting Monarch Butterflies B.Monarch Butterflies'Migration Path Across North America C.Temperature's Influence on Migration of Monarch Butterflies D.The Life Differences Among Monarch Butterfly Generations 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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。选项中 有两项为多余选项。 There's magic in travel,and it's obvious.Whether you're flying to a dream place or taking a road trip,the joy of travel has a way of lighting up your soul.36 It's not just the change of scenery()or the chance to escape your daily life-though those help!Let's explore the deeper reasons behind why travel brings us so much happiness. Life can sometimes feel like a never-ending cycle of responsibilities-work,chores,and commitments. 37 That freedom fuels a sense of relaxation and adventure,relieving stress and boosting your mood.Plus, breaking free from routine helps you appreciate the little things when you return home. Travel brings you closer to people,whether it's getting closer with travel partners or making friends with locals.38 Human connection is a fundamental source of happiness,and travel is the perfect avenue()for it. Stepping into unfamiliar places can be discouraging,but with each new trip,you grow more confident in your ability to deal with the unknown.Whether it's figuring out a new subway system,or overcoming a language problem,travel challenges you to be resourceful and adaptable.39 40 When you're standing before a breathtaking sunset,wandering through busy markets,or hiking up a mountain trail,it's hard to think about anything else.This presence in the moment is a key contributor to happiness,as it reduces anxiety and allows you to fully appreciate the beauty around you. A.Travel pulls you into the present. B.The more you explore,the more insignificant you feel. C.Travel exposes you to new sights,sounds,and cultures. D.But have you ever wondered why it makes you so happy? E.And with every challenge you overcome,your confidence grows. F.Travel allows you to escape into a world free of deadlines and alarms. G.These connections often result in unforgettable stories and precious memories 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。 In my hometown,summer has many pretty things.There are colorful flowers and bright sunrises.However, the best sign of summer is not these-it is the 41 of the work camps. Every year,church groups come to 42 people to fix their homes.Most of the volunteers are43. But there's no need to worry-44 builders are always there.They know exactly what to do. Every time I see these volunteers working in the hot summer sun,I 45.My heart feels full of joy too. You know what their only"46"is?It's the love in their hearts. One year,I 47a group was building new steps for Mrs.Henderson.There were five teens,and one adult was in charge of them.What impressed me most was how much the adult 48 the kids.I lost count of how many times he said“Good job!”to them. I 49 that one girl had never held a hammer before.She was working on a board,and bent three nails in a row.I thought the adult might be 50 -but he wasn't.Instead,he spent ten minutes teaching her the right way to use a hammer patiently. After he showed her,the girl 51 again.She drove that nail in 52.The adult looked down at her work and said“Good job!”once more. That's what the work camps are,really.They're not just about fixing houses.They're about teaching kids that they can make a 53.They're about showing people like Mrs.Henderson that they are not 54 because there are strangers who are willing to 55.It's the prettiest thing about summer,by far.And I hope it' ll never go away. 41.A.creation B.return C.end D.facility 42.A.teach B.appoint C.advise D.help 43.A.teens B.farmers C.women D.workmen 44.A.ambitious B.seasoned C.familiar D.respected 45.A.hesitate B.reflect C.smile D.complain 46.A.comment B.potential C.promise D.pay 47.A.found B.guessed C.reported D.explained 48.A.sponsored B.attracted C.encouraged D.understood 49.A.announced B.admitted C.feared D.sensed 50.A.annoyed B.ashamed C.enthusiastic D.curious 51.A.quit B.tried C.cried D.whispered 52.A.slowly B.secretly C.perfectly D.accidentally 53.A.difference B.start C.judgement D.plan 54.A.homeless B.special C.pessimistic D.alone 55.A.fight back B.break in C.reach out D.show off 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，并将答案填写在答题卡上。 Volunteering at local animal shelters is a meaningful activity that many teenagers are fond 56 Last weekend,our class joined a shelter project 57 (surround)by green trees.Before we started,the shelter manager gave us a brief introduction:"Most of our supplies come from public58 (donate),so we truly appreciate your help today." First,we sorted out old blankets.Some were59(true)dirty,but after cleaning,they looked as good as new.Next,we helped feed the animals.A volunteer explained to us some tips related to their diets-for example,cats should not 60(give)milk.While 61(work),I noticed a small dog whose leg was injured.The vet said it had been found on the street a week ago,unfolded up in 62 cardboard box. Luckily,it was recovering well with proper care. In the afternoon,we63(listen)to a talk concerning animal protection laws.The speaker mentioned that there were still many cases 64animals were treated badly."It's important for everyone to take action,"she said."Even small efforts,like spreading awareness,can make a difference." By the end of the day,we were tired 65 happy.Loads of thanks from the shelter staff made us feel our work was worthwhile.This experience not only taught us to care for animals but also showed us how to work as a team. 第四部分写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 如今，人工智能工具（如DeepSeek)在英语学习中应用广泛，不少同学用它辅助背单词、写作文、 改错题等。学校计划开展“AI与英语学习”的主题讨论，现请你写一篇短文参与，内容需包含： (1)分析AI辅助个性化学习的利弊 (2)表达idea的看法，并给出建议 注意：1.写作词数应为100词左右： 2请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Should AI Tools Aid Personalized Homework Learning? 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。 For a while,Anna and her mother Vera had been arguing about whether to adopt a dog after Anna turned twelve.Vera was hesitant about bringing a pet into their lives.This disagreement had cast a shadow over their relationship,making Anna feel unsure of her mother's love. On the morning of her twelfth birthday,Anna noticed something near their garden walls while having breakfast.It took her a moment to figure out what it was,but eventually,she realized it was a little dog.Anna wondered what to do,but ultimately decided to go out.She couldn't just leave the dog alone! Anna walked up to the dog and extended a hand.The dog took a few steps backward,but it didn't seem to be terrified of her.He began to sniff()her hand just seconds later.Anna patted the dog's head in response. The dog seemed comfortable with this gesture of affection and stood up to get closer to Anna. Then,Anna saw a key underneath him."What is that?"Anna wondered curiously.She picked it up and remembered one neighbor who told Anna that she was an expert of keys just the day before.She hurried to her neighbor's house,taking the dog and the key.When Anna came with the dog in her arms,her neighbor wowed in amazement."I found it,along with this key,"Anna carefully placed the key on her neighbor's desk. With a magnifying lens(放大镜)，her neighbor examined the key and confidently told her,“I know what this key is for.You can get inside Veloy Castle's garden with this key.It has information carved in tiny letters on it."Though unsure,Anna reasoned,"perhaps the dog's owners live there." The garden was nearby,so that's where Anna headed.At the garden gate,the anxious girl put the key into the key hole.As soon as it clicked,the door was unlocked.注意： 1.续写词数应为150左右： 2.请按如下格式作答。 Vera and many others were inside! Hearing Vera's words,Anna realized who the dog's owners could be.