江西省南昌市第二中学2025-2026学年高二上学期期中考试英语试题

南昌二中 2025-2026 学年度上学期高二英语期中考试 命题人： 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 will the speakers do next? A. Buy some fresh fruits. B. Return a phone call. C. Do some cleaning. 2. How much should the man pay for the beer? A. $3. B. $6. C. $9. 3. What will Kevin be responsible for? A. His tuition fees. B. His phone charges. C. His family expenses. 4. Where does the conversation probably take place? A. At home. B. In a hotel. C. At a grocery. 5. What does the man forget to do? A. Settle a debt. B. Check his app. C. Send a WeChat. 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。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。 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6. Who will the woman meet tonight? A. Some former colleagues. B. A group of old friends. C. Her university peers. 7. How does the man sound in the end? A. Envious. B. Astonished. C. Frustrated. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8. What is the woman’s main concern? A. Gaining practical skills. B. Doing academic research. C. Finding an affordable program. 9. What is the woman going to do next? A. Apply for a scholarship. B. Register for the program. C. Consider the man’s advice. 10. What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A. Manager and applicant. B. Lecturer and assistant. C. Advisor and student. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11. How does the woman find her current job? A. Satisfying. B. Tiring. C. Entertaining. 12. Why does the man thank the woman? A. She shared creative ideas. B. She had a positive attitude. C. She always supported him. 13. What does the woman finally decide to do? A. Find a similar position. B. Create video content. C. Serve as a teacher. 听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。 14. What’s wrong with the man? A. He has a running nose. B. He has a chest pain. C. He has a heartache. 15. When did the symptoms begin? A. Last week. B. This morning. C. Three days ago. 16. What does the woman arrange for the man? A. An online consultation. B. A medical examination. C. An urgent operation. 17. What had the man initially planned to do tonight? A. Have a large meal. B. Rest at home. C. Order a ticket. 听第10段材料，回答第18 至 20题。 18. What does the speaker say about lack of sleep? A. It influences learning ability. B. It causes emotional problems. C. It mainly affects physical health. 19. Why does the speaker suggest keeping a sleep diary? A. To improve memory. B. To track sleep activities. C. To find proper sleep time. 20. What is the speaker’s last tip for better sleep? A. Keeping the same schedule. B. Going to bed early every day. C. Sleeping in a quiet environment. 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 The world is full of many natural wonders. Here are a few of the most beautiful and most visited national parks around the globe. Kruger National Park, South Africa It is one of the most iconic parks in South Africa, spanning about 5 million acres. It offers access to animals such as the Big Five as well as Nile crocodiles and rare birds. The park gives visitors the opportunity to explore it in their own cars, stay at public rest camps, or in private cottages. It also works to preserve historic things like the archaeological sites Bushman rock paintings. Galapagos National Park, Ecuador It is made up of volcanic islands hundreds of miles off the coast of Ecuador, country of South America. The park covers an area of 3,040 square miles and is the country’s first national park. The government of Ecuador declared 97% of the Galapagos Islands area as protected and it was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Galapagos Islands are home to world-famed wildlife. Khao Sok National Park, Thailand The park is part of one of the world’s oldest and largest evergreen rainforests and home to over 200 types of plants, hundreds of bird species and lots of reptiles (爬行动物) and insects. It was established in 1980 and can be reached easily from the popular destination of Phuket. Here guests can encounter elephants in the jungle and enjoy boating, birdwatching, and hiking. Torres del Paine National Park, Chile The park is home to the Grey Glacier and popular hiking trails like the W Trek and O Circuit, which both take several days to finish. Because the park has been affected by extensive wildfires, some activities are not allowed. For instance, some activities—like swimming—are not permitted at all in the protected area’s bodies of water. 21．What do Kruger National Park and Galapagos National Park have in common? A．They are both located in South Africa. B．They are both suitable habitats for wildlife. C．They both have rare bird species in the world. D．They both have a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 22．What do we know about Khao Sok National Park? A．It features elephant riding activities. B．It is the largest national park in Thailand. C．It is easily accessible from a famous resort. D．It has a history of more than half a century. 23．What can tourists do in Torres del Paine National Park? A．Observe large animals in a car. B．Explore ancient rock paintings. C．Swim in natural pools and lakes. D．Join a multi-day hiking adventure. B When Mark Anthony Gonzales saw a police officer in need of assistance, every element of the moral code instilled in him through his Brazilian jiu-jitsu (巴西柔术) training — morality, courage, benevolence (仁爱) — told him to stop his car and lend a hand, even though his wife, Rachel Ortiz, and his four kids were in the car. The suspect, a man of medium build, was running from a police officer in San Antonio, Texas. Gonzales slowed down. So did the man being chased — to avoid running into Gonzales’s vehicle. That hesitation allowed the officer to catch up and take the suspect to the ground. But Gonzales quickly realized that the officer did not have control of the situation with the suspect struggling fiercely. Gonzales put his vehicle in park and jumped out, as did Ortiz. The first thing Gonzales did was identify himself and spell out his intention to make it two-on-one in the officer’s favor and not the other way around. Then, with the man on his back and the officer struggling to control the man’s upper body, Gonzales put his weight on the man’s legs. Seconds later, when the suspect rolled onto his stomach, Gonzales used techniques he’d learned in the gym: digging his knee into the suspect’s elbow and pulling the suspect’s head toward him to maintain control from the side. He then applied an underhook — a jiu-jitsu move where the hands are placed under the opponent’s arm to control the shoulder and upper body — and tugged until, after a few seconds, the suspect’s shoulder gave out. The officer clicked on the handcuffs and the threat was over. Gonzales had asked his wife to record everything to protect him just in case anything was called into question. But Ortiz posted the video on Facebook, where it attracted over 56 million views. Among those awed by the video was Brazilian jiu-jitsu instructor Rener Gracie, a fourth-degree black belt, who stated: “The combination of Gonzales’s technique and his calm communication with both the officer and suspect is the stuff of legends!” 24. Why did Gonzales stop his car? A. To uphold justice. B. To perform jiu-jitsu. C. To protect his family. D. To show his generosity. 25. What did Gonzales do first when he came to the officer? A. He joined in the two-on-one fight. B. He persuaded the suspect to give in. C. He warned the policeman of danger. D. He declared his identity and intention. 26. Why did Gonzales ask Ortiz to shoot the video? A. To record his heroic deeds. B. To avoid getting in trouble. C. To attract views on Facebook. D. To expose the suspect’s behavior. 27. What’s the best title of the article? A. Justice Has Long Arms B. Jiu-jitsu Makes A Legend C. A Victory Of Two-on-one D. Lending A Well-Trained Hand C I often catch myself asking my questions to AI chatbots with a “please” and a “thank you.” Apparently, I am not alone. A 2024 survey found that approximately 67% of U.S. AI users are also polite and show gratitude toward AI search engines. Some even joked about the cost: if every polite word consumes electricity, the bill must be high. OpenAI’s CEO Sam Altman replied: “Tens of millions of dollars well spent — you never know.” In reality, of course, AI chatbots do not appreciate politeness; they lack consciousness, feelings or social needs. From a purely utilitarian (功利主义的) standpoint, all those pleases and thank yous are just flushing money down the toilet. Still, there may be value that isn’t immediately measurable in showing gratitude toward AI. Psychologists Robert Emmons and Michael McCullough carried out an experiment in which they divided participants into three groups, asking the first to list things they are grateful for, while others listed daily troubles or simply kept journals. After 10 weeks, they found that the first group reported 25% higher happiness levels, stronger inner strength and even better physical health. What’s true of gratitude is also true of kindness and generosity more generally. Experiments at UC Riverside found that performing “five small acts of kindness per week” produced steady increases in happiness. This idea isn’t new. The medieval thinker Maimonides wrote that “it is better for a person to give one coin to a thousand poor people than to give a thousand coins to one poor person.” He believed that regular acts of goodness, like giving charity and expressing gratitude, make us happier in the long run by turning virtue into a habit. So perhaps all of our pleases and thank yous to AI have value, even if they cost OpenAI millions of dollars annually. Showing appreciation, even toward a machine, reinforces positive habits of courtesy (礼貌), patience and empathy. In our increasingly digital and automated world, preserving these human qualities may be more valuable than the cost of a little extra electricity. Ultimately, the beneficiary of our politeness isn’t the AI at all, but ourselves. 28．How does the author introduce the topic in paragraph 1? A．By quoting an expert. B．By telling a story. C．By presenting a phenomenon. D．By defining a concept. 29．What value of gratitude does the experiment in paragraph 3 show? A．It strengthens our bodies and minds. B．It reduces daily stress levels. C．It improves memory and creativity. D．It deepens social relationships. 30．Which of the following would Maimonides most likely approve of? A．Giving gifts to friends on birthdays. B．Making a large donation to a charity. C．Expressing gratitude on Thanksgiving Day. D．Volunteering weekly at a community kitchen. 31．What message does the author mainly convey in the text? A．Courtesy to AI saves electricity bills. B. AI improves the quality of human life. C．Politeness benefits humans rather than AI. D. AI learns empathy from human behavior. D For a long time, scientists believed the beautiful songs of birds were purely a product of instinct. Peter Marler, a pioneering British animal behaviorist, revolutionized this view through his research into how birds actually learn to sing, earning him the title “the father of birdsong.” Marler’s fascination began in his youth, observing chaffinches (苍头燕雀) in the English countryside. He noticed slight but consistent differences in the songs of birds from different regions, much like human dialects. This curiosity defined his career. In the 1950s, he began carefully recording these songs. Using a crucial tool called a spectrogram, which visually represents sound, he was able to scientifically confirm that these regional variations, or “dialects,” were indeed real. His famous study of the white-crowned sparrow in California clearly showed distinct dialects between northern and southern populations. The central question remained: were these dialects inherited or learned? To solve this, Marler designed a series of experiments that would later be regarded as models of clarity. He raised young birds in complete vocal isolation from adults. These isolated birds only produced simple, natural calls, proving that the full, complex song was not automatic. However, when he played recordings of adult songs to them during a critical learning period after hatching, they successfully learned and sang the complete tune. This was decisive evidence that birdsong is a culturally transmitted behavior. Initially, his theory faced doubts from a scientific community that favored instinct-based explanations. The mainstream view still favored instinct, and some dismissed his work as an exception rather than a rule. Marler, however, quietly continued his careful studies. Gradually, his well-designed methods and undeniable evidence won over the community. By transforming lines of numbers into meaningful maps of sound and behavior, he gave the world new eyes to see what had always been hidden in plain hearing. The impact of his work extended far beyond ornithology (鸟类学). It provided a powerful, simpler model for scientists studying the incredibly complex evolution of human language, suggesting our own speech may have roots in similar vocal learning processes. 32．What did Marler find while observing chaffinches? A．Seasonal variations in dialects. B．Regional differences in birdsong. C．Slight changes in bird population. D．Common features in bird species. 33．What do the underlined words “culturally transmitted” mean in paragraph 3? A．Found in human language. B．Passed down through genes. C．Spread within a single family. D．Learned from others in a community. 34．What can we infer about Marler? A．His findings were soon accepted. B．He truly respected others’ opinion. C．He was a patient and careful scientist. D．He was the first to study bird behavior. 35．Why was Marler’s theory significant? A．It promoted the study of human speech. B．It made bird research more popular. C．It proved the once-popular theory. D．It supported rare bird protection. 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。 As our dogs enter their golden years, what they need for their continued comfort and happiness will change. 36 It involves a comprehensive approach that covers their changing health, mobility, and emotional well-being. It’s important to stay on top of their health with regular vet check-ups to help detect any age-related issues early on. This way, conditions such as joint pain or mental decline can be managed effectively, ensuring your senior dog is getting the care they need. Remember to keep a close eye on their behavior. 37 As your dog ages, their nutritional needs will change, too. It’s essential to change their diet and monitor their weight to prevent any obesity-related health issues. 38 Also consider giving supplements such as a multivitamin which includes joint-supporting ingredients, as well as healthy fats which help improve brain function and support healthy skin. Your dog might not be as lively as they once were, so adjusting their exercise routine makes sense. 39 Activities like swimming are great, too, as they provide all-round exercise to maintain muscle mass and joint flexibility without putting stress on their old bones. 40 Spend quality time with your senior dog, engaging in activities they love. Your companionship is invaluable to them. With a thoughtful approach to their needs, you can ensure that your loyal companion enjoys their later years with dignity, comfort, and the love they deserve. Remember, you’re not alone in this. Get in touch with your vet or fellow pet parents if you need advice or support. A．Choose high-quality senior dog food. B．But preventive care is better than treatment. C．Emotional well-being should not be overlooked. D．Any small relevant shifts are often the first clues. E．Think gentle walks instead of intense fetch sessions. F．Don’t forget to reward them with their favorite treats after exercise. G．Taking care of your senior dog goes beyond regular walks and meals. 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。 Art has a way of stealing into the cracks of our memories, preserving moments we might otherwise let fade. I learned this lesson years ago, when I spotted a dusty 41 in my grandmother’s room. It was a sunlit garden, with its edges worn-out from time, but the colors still 42 . I’d never seen it before, but as I stared, something 43 . A flood of images rushed in: sitting on that bench at age seven; my grandmother handing me a cup of lemonade; the 44 scent of roses hanging in the air. Until that moment, those memories had been 45 , like puzzle pieces I couldn’t quite fit together. My grandmother, noticing my gaze, smiled. “Your grandfather painted that,” she said. “He loved that garden, spent hours there, even when his hands shook too badly to 46 a brush.” I studied the brushstrokes — quick, as if he’d painted 47 , afraid the light might shift before he caught it. She told me he’d painted it the year before he died, when his memory was already 48 . “He couldn’t always remember my name,” she said, “but he never forgot how the garden looked at dawn.” That painting, she explained, was his way of 49 what mattered, even as his mind slipped away. We often think of memory as a 50 — something we either have or lose. But art, I realized, is a bridge. It 51 moments into something we can hold when our minds fail us. The garden in the painting wasn’t just a place; it was a 52 of love, of presence, of a man trying to hold on. Now, when I glance at it, I don’t just see flowers. I see the 53 of two people, and the way art can 54 even the memories gradually dying down. It’s a reminder that some things — love, beauty, the way light falls — are worth 55 . And art, in its quiet way, ensures they never truly disappear. 41．A．painting B．photo C．model D．diary 42．A．clear B．dark C．light D．vivid 43．A．clicked B．failed C．changed D．disappeared 44．A．odd B．sharp C．sweet D．faint 45．A．distinct B．lost C．precious D．fresh 46．A．clean B．find C．hold D．drop 47．A．carefully B．hesitantly C．calmly D．urgently 48．A．improving B．fading C．returning D．wandering 49．A．hiding B．throwing C．preserving D．preventing 50．A．gift B．chance C．skill D．choice 51．A．reduces B．divides C．breaks D．translates 52．A．symbol B．memory C．story D．lesson 53．A．faith B．silence C．love D．distance 54．A．weaken B．strengthen C．erase D．ignore 55．A．forgetting B．treasuring C．avoiding D．describing 第二节（共 10 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分） 在空白处填入 1 个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 56. His argument is based on the unproven ________________(assume) that most consumers will prioritize price over quality. 57. A detailed explanation should ________________(company) the data to help readers understand its significance. 58. The company’s customer service team responds ________________(rely) to complaints, usually resolving issues within 24 hours. 59. The proposal gained widespread ________________(approve) due to its innovative approach to solving long-standing industry issues. 60. To solve this reading comprehension problem, you have to make ________________(infer) from the context rather than finding direct answers in the text. 61. ________________(prohibit) from using mobile phones in class, students have to focus more on listening to the teacher. 62. She ________________(convince) that she will master English pronunciation if she keeps practicing every day. 63. He was unfairly labeled ________________ a troublemaker just because he spoke up for his ideas. 64. ________________ started as a small hobby of growing flowers has turned into a popular community activity. 65. ________________ honesty is the foundation of any successful relationship, whether personal or professional, is universally acknowledged. 第四部分 写作 (共两节, 满分 40 分) 第一节 (满分 15 分) 在你校举办的主题为“The Joy of Labor”的微视频大赛（Micro Video Competition）中，你的参赛作品获得一等奖，校英文报编辑邀请你写一篇稿件介绍你的作品，内容包括： 1. 视频内容； 2. 你的感受。 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。 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________。 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。 Mike Harris was grabbing envelopes from his mailbox when his fingers brushed against something unexpectedly soft. Inside sat a cute rabbit toy with a sticky note, “Bunny needs a place to play. Your mailbox looks perfect.” Mike called his wife Clara, “Our mailbox has a new guest.” Clara came out, smiling at the little rabbit before noticing their water bill beneath it. “But this is not a toy house. We might miss important bills.” The couple had built the mailbox three years ago. Mike, a retired toy maker, designed it like a small white cottage (小屋) with a red roof, measuring and cutting each piece of wood with the same precision he once used for children’s toys. Clara painted dancing flowers on the sunny yellow door hoping to make passing children smile. “What if the ‘owner’ decides to move in more things?” Clara wondered. Mike gently straightened the rabbit’s ear. “Someone treasured this,” he murmured, “Let’s find out who it belongs to first.” The next day, Mike showed a photo of the rabbit to his neighbors. No one recognized it until Mrs. Bennet said, “I saw a little girl with pigtails (辫子) by your mailbox yesterday. She looked around nervously before placing something inside. I think she’s from the new apartments on Elm Street. Poor thing — there’s no playground there, not even any play equipment.” Mike didn’t ask further. Instead of removing the rabbit, he taped a colorful note to the mailbox, “Bunny is welcome here” Soon, more toys joined the rabbit — always in the afternoon hours when school ended. Weeks passed. The collection of playthings grew, leaving little room for mail. One evening, Clara found a new note in pink crayon, “Dear friends, Bunny really wants a toy swing. I tried to make one but failed. Can you help? — Emma.” Clara’s eyes grew soft, a forgotten sense of childhood wonder bubbling up inside her. “This isn’t just a mailbox anymore; it’s a secret play world.” she said. “I almost feel like we’re part of it.” Mike nodded, “Tomorrow, let’s join in.” 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。 Paragraph 1: The next afternoon, Mike and Clara hid nearby with a small surprise. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Paragraph 2: Learning Emma’s wish, the couple decided to build a toy cottage. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 1 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 高二期中考试答案 第一部分 听力 1-5 CABBA 6-10 BAACC 11-15 ACBBC 16-20 BAACA 第二部分 阅读 21-23 BCD 24-27 ADBD 28-31 CADC 32-35 BDCA 36-40 GDAEC 第三部分 语言运用 第一节 41-45 ADACB 46-50 CDBCA 51-55 DACBB 第二节 56. assumption 57. accompany 58. reliably 59. occupation 60. inferences 61. Prohibited 62. is convinced 63. as 64. what 65. That 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分 40 分） Joy of Tree-Planting Privileged to obtain first prize in the Micro Video Competition themed “The Joy of labour,” I’m honored to brief you about my submission, capturing precious moments of Tree-Planting activity of our class. On Tree Planting Day, we gathered at the school gate and took a coach to our destination. Upon arrival, the teachers showed us the steps of planting trees, after which we were divided into small groups to fulfill our tasks. While enjoying being close to nature, we cooperated with each other, some digging holes, some planting small trees, and some watering them. Exhausted as we were, our time and effort paid off. The activity has been a truly enriching experience for me. Not only does it offer me a chance to acquire hands-on experience, but it also deepens my understanding of environmental protection. One possible version: Para 1: The next afternoon, Mike and Clara hid nearby with a small surprise. When a girl with pigtails approached, tiptoeing nervously toward the mailbox, they stepped forward with warm smiles. “Are you Emma?” Mike asked gently. The girl nodded, clutching her schoolbag tightly against her chest. Clara knelt down, unveiling a delicate wooden swing with intricate carvings. “For Bunny,” she said softly. Emma’s eyes sparkled like stars. With a joyful, silent gasp, she gently took Bunny from the mailbox, placed it on the tiny seat, and gave it a soft push. The swing swayed gracefully. “It’s absolutely perfect!” she breathed. Then, gazing thoughtfully at the crowded mailbox, she whispered, “I wish all my toys had a cottage to play in.” Para 2: Learning Emma’s wish, the couple decided to build a toy cottage. Mike disappeared into his dusty workshop, his hands rediscovering the familiar rhythm of measuring and cutting wood with loving precision. Clara sketched imaginative designs – little windows, flowers dancing across a sunny yellow door. Days later, a mini masterpiece stood beside the mailbox. When Emma arrived, her jaw dropped. “A real toy house!” she yelled, tenderly arranging Bunny and others inside. Sunlight streaming through the tiny windows seemed to illuminate her pure joy. Watching her play, Mike felt his retired heart awakening, while Clara’s eyes glistened with tears. They’d created something magical – not just a toy cottage, but a sanctuary where childhood wonder bloomed eternal. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $