广东省广州市第二中学2025-2026学年高二上学期12月月考英语试题

2025学年高二英语上学期阶段测试 (满分：100分；时间：60分钟) 2025.12.18 L.口语考试（10分) Ⅱ.阅读理解（共15小题：每小题2分，满分30分） A The bus screamed to a stop in Nazareth,Israel.Five Australian backpackers.boarded and struck up a conversation with me.They asked typical travelers'questions-where was I going and why was I traveling alone? My plan was to travel with a friend of a friend,I explained,but when I called her that momning,she didn't pick up and I had no other way to reach her.My-stomach-was in knots.but I decided to head out anyway,thinking I might run into her if I traveled to Tiberius,where we had planned to go together. "Why don't you travel with us?"one of the backpackers offered.They were seasoned travelers who would work for a few months,save,and then travel for as long as they could.Their current plan was to explore the Middle East and Europe in three months while working in London. It seemed risky to travel with strangers,but my instinct said yes.For the next two weeks,I explored Israel with the backpackers and learned to trust my instincts in all types of new and interesting situations.When they hooked a ride,I took the bus instead,but when they wanted to steal into the King David Hotel's swimming pool,I led the way.The world opened up to me because I chose to travel alone.I joined complete strangers,who became close friends.Years later,one couple from the backpacking group even flew from Sydney to Phoenix to be in my wedding.The trip was such a special experience that it gave me confidence in all areas of my life.Since then,I've backpacked alone across South Africa,sky-dived from 12,000 feet in New Zealand and even moved across the U.S. with no job lined up. On my third day wandering in Israel with my new friends,I bumped into the woman I was supposed to meet. Though I was happy she was all right,I was grateful she hadn't picked up the phone. 1.What does the author most likely mean by"My stomach was in knots"in Paragraph 1 A.She was sick of riding on a crowded bus. B.She was nervous of meeting strangers. C.She was upset about the unexpected change. D.She was concerned about the friend's safety. 2.Which of the following best describes the backpackers the author met? A.Casual and lighthearted B.Experienced and adventurous. C.Courageous but irresponsible D.Hardworking but unplanned. 3.What does the author's experience with the swimming pool incident mainly show? A.She always simply followed the group's decisions. B.She took pleasure in breaking rules during the trip. C.She was more skilled and practical than her friends. D.She could also be adventurous and take the initiative. 4.How did the trip affect the author in the long term? A.It completely changed her career path. B.It taught her that careful planning is unnecessary. C.It inspired her to take more risks and try new challenges. D.It made her value friendships over personal achievements. 5.What does the author try to convey through her experience? A.Fortune favors the bold. B.Look before you leap. C.Home is where the heart is. D.Birds of a feather flock together. B The human mind is astonishing.We can solve complex problems,perform calculations,create art,and process language effortlessly.We humans are the smartest of all,or so we think... However,recent studies reveal how easily context can mislead us.Consider the Muller-Lyer illusion(: equal-length lines look different if one has outward-pointing arrows and the other has inward-pointing arrows. Similarly,three identical-sized runners positioned along a visual path seem to vary in size. Before you conclude that being fooled is reserved only for visual illusions,let me give the example of Belinda: an outspoken philosophy student,deeply concerned with sustainability,biodiversity,and global warming.Is Belinda more likely:a)a top student,or b)a top student and vegetarian?Many people choose the second,because the contexd-of-heing vegetarian seems to fit the image of someone deeply concerned with sustainability.But statistically,the first is more likely.There are always more top students than vegetarian top students. Yet for all its potential to trick,context more often serves as our mental shortcut to efficient understanding. Rather than memorizing every possible meaning of words and sentence pattems,we constantly use-surrounding information to fill gaps.As linguist J.R.Firth observed,"You shall know a word by the company it keeps."For example,mthe sentence"My daughter was ferliamated when she got a pet dog,"we can guess that "ferliamated" means "excited",even if the word doesn't exist. This two-sided nature of context leads us to an important discovery about how our minds work.While we can discuss anything at any time in any context,it seems more likely that we talk about the things whose meaning lics in the same context.This offers exciting possibilities for understanding both the human mind and language itself-showing how communication depends not just on our thinking,but equally on how language is built to work with context 6.Which image matches the description of the "runners"illusion? A B. D 7.Why do people often choose option(b)in the Belinda example? A.Personalities affect decision-making. B.Extra details disturb their logical thinking. C.Top students often make better choices D.Personal experiences lead to their false judgment. 8.How do Firth's quote and the "ferliamated"example support the author's point? A.They prove that words can have random meanings. B.They explain why memorizing words isn't a shortcut. C.They demonstrate what dictionaries can't really clarify. D.They show how context contributes to word understanding. 9.Which of the following best summarizes the author's view on context? A.Context is generally harmful to logical thinking. B.Context is useless in understanding new words. C.Context can both mislead and aid understanding. D.Context should be avoided in scrious discussions. 1C.What is the last paragraph mainly about? A.The value of the research into context. B.The complex nature of context. C.The topics discussed within the same context D.The link between context and mind. 2 C Markham Heid,now 41,has built what many people regard as the good life:he has a family;he is healthy, productive,and creative;he has time to travel,read,exercise,and see friends.Yet,he feels that"something is off." What makes Heid's problem somewhat odd is that it does-not seemstererise-from anything specific.If he had lost his job,had no time for himself,or was struggling in his marriage,the feeling would be understandable. In the history of philosophy,there have been many attempts to understand such a powerful but objectless feeling.Boredom,anxiety,depression and despair are some of the descriptions this mood has received.Heid ends up attributing his crisis to the lack of new experiences.The Danish philosopher Soren Kierkegaard calls this the "illusion of crop rotation ()"the idea that changing the environment frequently can save as from this mood. However,like the land that remains unchanged in-essence despite erop shifts,our inner state may not be refreshed by mere external novelty. What really drives this mood is not the need for new experiences.It is not even the particulars of our individual lives or the cultures we belong to,but that we have been given a life to live in the first place,the taste of possibility that comes with being alive.This mood is not due to doubts like"Do I-have enough hobbies?"or"Have I achieved my goal?"It is related to the more fundamental questions like"What does it mean to be human?""What am I supposed to do with the faet that I was given-u life?"and"What kind of life is possible for me?"This is why this mood is likely to appear frequently in our hfe.This is why once many of our life goals are fulfilled,we begin to wonder what life itself is for. These questons never have a final answer and they can always leave us with a great sense of agony about who we are and how we should go on.Nevertheless,recognizing that these doubts are there,and that they matter, can at least allow us to know what-may be missing even when-everything is good. 11.Which of the following can best describe Markham Heid's crisis? A.It is a confusion about life's meaning B.It results from a need for change. C.It is caused by uncertainties in life. D.It leads to disconnection from family. 12.What does the phrase"illusion of crop rotation"in paragraph 2 imply? A.People must stay active to keep life interesting. B.Our emotions depend mainly on external circumstances. C.New experiences can always renew our sense of meaning. D.Changing surroundings cannot truly free us from inner emptiness. 13.What does the author say is the real cause of this mood? A.Our personal circumstances or cultural background. B.Reflecting on life's purpose after achieving goals. C.The awareness of being alive with its possibilities. D.Self-doubt about hobbies or personal achievements 14.According to the author,how can the crisis in the passage be dealt with? A.By studying philosophy. B.By developing new hobbies. C.By going travelling frequently. D.By embracing the objectless feeling. 15.Which would be the best title for the passage? A.What leads to a Life Crisis B.Boredom Makes Us Human C.How to Fix a Mid-life Crisis D.Anxiety Gives Us Life Goals Ⅲ.阅读填空（共5小题；每小题2分，.满分10分。） My sister is a three-time breast cancer survivor who has personally experienced significant loss in her lifetime.16 She is one of the most resilient people I know.Her story got me thinking:How does resilience impact overall health and well-being? 3 Resilience is our ability to bounce back from adversity.It's defined as "the process and outcome of successfully adapting to difficut or challenging life experiences,especially through mental,emotional,and behavioral flexibility."!And as it turns out,there are significant health benefits to being resilient. Physically,resilience contributes to health by reducing the negative impacts of stress on the body.Research indicates that individuals with higher levels of resilience tend to have lower rates of some diseases,and exhibit stronger immune system function.18 For example,they do exercise regularly and keep a balanced diet, which further support physical well-being. Mentally and emotionally,resilience serves as a protective factor against the development of mental health disorders like anxiety and depresston.Resilient individuals are better equipped to manage stress and maintain a positive outlook.19 Such emotional resilience not only enhances mental health but also improves relationships,productivity,and overall quality of life.20 Resilient individuals are good at seeking help, offering assistance,and building strong social networks that serve as valuable resources during challenging times. These connections provide emotional support and practical assistance,promoting collective well-being. A.Generally,invest effort in communication. B.However,she expresses joy and gratitude frequently. C.But people are not born with high levels of resilience. D.Socially,resilience strengthens interpersonal connections. E.This helps them develop greater strength in the face of adversity. F.Resilient people like my sister find ways to adjust and move forward. G.Moreover,resilient individuals often engage in healthier lifestyle behaviors. IV.完形填空（共15小题：每小题1分，满分15分) On a sunny camping day,Dad first took me rock climbing.We hiked to the base of an easy climb up Mount Edith in Banff.Dad went a few feet ahead to 21 steel pitons (while I provided support from below. Connected to Dad by the rope,I followed him up and reached the peak without much trouble.I felt on top of the world一strong and22_ Going down the opposite side of the mountain felt different.As I looked down,my heart 23 wildly and I wished I were back at the campsite with my little sisters. Halfway down the cliff at an overhanging rock,my legs.started to 24 from exhaustion,and my fingers grew cold.Just then,I.heard my father yell,"Rock!"A fist-sized stone hit my 25,and a sharp pain shot through my thumb.I struggled to steady my breath,certain that one wrong step would send me 26 "Are you okay?"Dad asked 27. "Y-yeah,"I said,stretching my hand.It wasn't broken,just a little swollen. “You can sit down,lean back,.and let the hamess(侒全带)take your_28_"He shifted;the harness held. I 29 into my harness,and my legs stopped trembling.Together,we 30 ourselves the rest of the way down. My legs31 when we touched the ground,and I was so grateful for the 32. After that,we went on more mountain adventures,each pushing the limits of what I thought I was33 of.There were moments of fear and doubt,but I always 34 Dad.I knew we'd make it home-tired,dirty, but safe.Every adventure became a legend at family dinners,and every wrong turn,sudden storm,or minor injury only 35 the story. 21.A.make B.pull C.secure D.cover 22.A.fearless B.grateful C.ambitious D.relieved 23.A.lifted B.raced C.sank D.ached 24.A.settle B.relax C.shake D.recover 4 25.A.leg B.hand C.head D.back 26.A.trembling B.slipping C.screaming D.falling 27.A.anxiously B.sadly C.hesitantly D.angrily 28.A.place B.breath C.energy D.wcight 29.A.crashed B.cased C.looked D.ran 30.A.pushed B.dropped C.lowered D.carried 31.A.crossed B.marched C.broke D.collapsed 32.A.quietness B.solidness C.warmth D.patience 43.A.capable B.careful C.tired D.guilty 34.A.respected B.followed C.supported D.trusted 65.A.broke down B.added to C.arose from D.relied on V.语法填空（共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分） For Chen Honghan,a student firom Nizhuhe Village in Xuanwei,Yunnan,the dangerous three-hour mountain hike to school has been replaced by a safe 30-minute journey thanks to the"cloud school bus". Nizhuhe Village.situated deep in the mountains,was once linked to Wanquan Primary School by a dangerous journey along cliffside ()36(path).Every school day,Chen and her classmates(brave) muddy,narrow routes and makeshift stone steps just38(reach)their school high atop the cliffs.It was no wonder that those parents 39 children faced safety risks on these daily trips remained constantly worried. This challenging joumey changed 40(remarkable)in 2017 with the launch of Nizhuhe Grand Canyon eco-tourism project.A cliffside lift and a cable car,41(construct)in 2022,offer villagers free access to the peak.Today,the "cloud school bus "combines a bus ride,a 268-meter lift,and a 200-meter cable car,transforming 42previous dangerous trip into a safe and enjoyable experience. The impact has been far-reaching.Chen,who once considered 43(drop)out due to the dangers,now safely takes her younger sisters to school.Beyond safeguarding children,the project has boosted tourism,turning 44 was once an overlooked village into a tourist destination.Villagers have seized the opportunity and significantly improved their livelihoods by launching businesses,45 farmstays,coffee shops,and guesthouses. V1.单词拼写（共10小题；每题1分，满分10分）用B50nt4和B6Unit4所学单词的正确形式填空 46.We had a wonderful trip,despite a few small misunderstandings a from the language barrier. 47.After collecting your ticket,please p_ to the security checkpoint for inspection. 48.The Chinese idiom“对牛弾琴”means“to cast pearls before swine'in English,.but if translated 1,it would be "playing the lute to a cow,"which vividly shows the original metaphor. 49.The breakthrough was a testament to the team's p,as they continued their research despite a decade of inconclusive results. 50.She has always been eabout astronomy and spends her weekends stargazing with a telescope. 51.Each student was a a different topic for their research paper to ensure a variety of perspectives. 52.Watching the sunset over the ancient city wall in Xi'an was one of the(the best,most interesting,or most important part of something)of our trip,offering a perfect blend of history and natural beauty. 53.She opened the long-forgotten box, (to surprise someone very much)to find it completely empty except for a single,rusty key at the bottom. 54.His primary (the reason behind a person's actions,choices,or feelings)for volunteering was not to 5 build his resume,but to genuinely give back to the community. 55.Having lost the championship by a narrow margin,the team(to make a firm decision to do something) to train even harder for the next season. VⅡ.完成句子（共5小题；每题1分，满分5分）请用B5Ut4和B6Unt4所学短语的正确形式填空 56.亚马逊雨林是世界上约10%已知物种的栖息地。 The Amazon rainforest an estimated 10%of the world's known species 57、与外面令人愉悦的天气相反，会议室里的气氛却紧张而阴沉。 outside,the mood inside the meeting room was tense and gloomy. 58.·在发表获奖感言时，这位画家将自己的成就归功于家乡充满活力的自然风光，那是他灵感的源泉。 In his acceptance speech,the painter the vibrant landscapes of his hometown,which served as his source of inspiration. 59.团队由一位经验丰富的工程师领导，在他的指导下，我们成功度过了开发过程中最具挑战性的阶段。 The team was led by an experienced engineer, we successfully navigated the most challenging phase of development. 60.十年来，当地政府致力于通过高质量的纪录片和旅游展会来宣传该地区的自然奇观。 Over the past decade,the local govemment the region's natural wonders through high-quality documentaries and travel fairs. VΠ.背诵文段默写（共5小题，每小题1分，共5分） Upon arrival,she 61. which seemed to rid her of all negative thoughts.Taking a deep breath,she spread her arms 62. her lips curving into a smile.Then,63. Kathy strolled bare footed on the sandy beach,64. the fascinating scenery.65. collecting seashells,watching the seagulls soaring overhead and even listening to the waves crashing against the rocks. 6