河南省光山县第二高级中学2025-2026学年下学期期中考试高二英语试卷

高二英语 考生注意： 1．本试卷分选择题和非选择题两部分。满分150分，考试时间120分钟。 2．答题前，考生务必用直径0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔将密封线内项目填写清楚。 3．考生作答时，请将答案答在答题卡上。选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑；非选择题请用直径0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔在答题卡上各题的答题区域内作答，超出答题区域书写的答案无效，在试题卷、草稿纸上作答无效。 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段录音。每段录音后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段录音后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段录音播放两遍。 1. What stops the woman from starting the paper? A. Unclear research topics. B. Unfinished research work. C. Unorganized research results. 2. Which language is the woman best at? A. German. B. Spanish. C. Chinese. 3. When does the woman plan to arrive at the man’s place? A. At 7:45. B. At 8:15. C. At 8:30. 4. What is the relationship between the speakers? A. Teacher and student. B. Doctor and patient. C. Father and daughter. 5. What did the man do when asked about his lateness? A. He argued with the woman. B. He drove away. C. He made an explanation. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听下面5段录音。每段录音后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段录音前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，每小题都有5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音播放两遍。 听第6段录音，回答第6、7题。 6. What is the woman busy preparing for? A. A birthday party. B. A family dinner. C. A school meeting. 7. What will the man help the woman do? A. Order a cake online. B. Clean the living room. C. Cook food. 听第7段录音，回答第8至10题。 8. What did the woman just finish doing? A. Preparing lunch. B. Meeting a friend. C. Giving a presentation. 9. Why is the man unable to have coffee with the woman now? A. He will have a phone call. B. He must attend a class. C. He needs to work out. 10. Where does the conversation probably take place? A. In a coffee shop. B. In an office building. C. On a college campus. 听第8段录音，回答第11至13题。 11. What is Lisa going to do in the library? A. Work on her history paper. B. Study for her biology exam. C. Return some overdue novels. 12. How does Tom find Lisa’s reminder? A. It is useless. B. It is unnecessary. C. It is helpful. 13. Where will the speakers meet? A. In the science section. B. At the library entrance. C. In the main reading area. 听第9段录音，回答第14至17题。 14. What kind of dance did Lena first learn? A. Ballet. B. Contemporary. C. Jazz. 15. Why did Lena choose to join the national dance academy? A. To make more friends. B. To follow her teacher’s plan. C. To reach a professional level. 16. What does Lena say about creating an original dance? A. It is relatively easy. B. It is very challenging. C. It is just about teamwork. 17. What impresses Lena most about international competitions? A. Getting to know excellent dancers. B. Watching wonderful performances. C. The highly competitive atmosphere. 听第10段录音，回答第18至20题。 18. What is the topic of today’s class? A. Studying harder. B. Following class rules. C. Being polite. 19. Where did the speaker learn the rules? A. From a book. B. From his father. C. From his teacher. 20. What will the students do next? A. Share their stories. B. Read their textbooks. C. Write down the rules. 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 If you’re looking for a fresh way to enjoy reading, signing up for a book club subscription can be a fun experience. Modern book clubs aren’t like traditional ones where people meet in person. Instead, they send new books to your door each month, similar to a wine club. Here are four popular book clubs with unique features. Brilliant Books is our top pick with a 5-star rating. Based in Michigan, it offers a satisfaction guarantee — if you receive a book you’ve already read or don’t like, they’ll replace it immediately. You can choose from various genres (类型) and even postpone shipments when you’re busy. Membership costs between $175 and $360 per year for one book per month. Once Upon a Book Club provides an immersive(沉浸式的) reading adventure. Each box includes a new book along with 3 — 5 gifts wrapped and labeled with page numbers. You open them at specific points in the story, making you feel part of the plot. A monthly subscription costs $49 per month for one book, and it has a 4.7-star rating. Book of the Month Club is one of the oldest, founded in 1926. Each month, you can choose your book from 5 — 7 options across genres like fiction, thriller, and romance. Membership costs between 17.99 per month, and you can skip months if nothing interests you. It has an A+ rating from the BBB(Better Business Bureau). A Box of Stories sends four books per month for $51.29 to $56.99. You can pick your favorite genres — such as sci-fi, mystery, or YA (Young Adult) — and switch genres anytime without canceling. The books are unique titles that might otherwise be unnoticed. It has a 4.2-star average rating. These book clubs offer flexibility, variety, and a personal touch, making reading more engaging and enjoyable. Whether you prefer surprises or choosing your own books, there’s a club for you. 21. What is a feature of Brilliant Books? A. It was founded in 1926. B. It focuses on sci-fi books. C. It has a satisfaction guarantee. D. It requires members to meet in person. 22. What are readers entitled to do in Book of the Month Club? A. Postpone book shipments when busy. B. Skip months without interesting books. C. Replace disliked books immediately. D. Get page-labeled gifts with books. 23. Which book club has the highest monthly cost? A. A Box of Stories. B. Brilliant Books. C. Once Upon a Book Club. D. Book of the Month Club. B Federica Brignone tilted her head toward the sky and watched the Italian Air Force’s flying unit leave behind a trail of her country’s colors above the snowy peaks of the Dolomites. Moments later, with Italy’s president watching, she stepped onto the stage and received a gold medal. It was a fairytale ending to her super-G victory at the Milan Cortina Olympics — one she herself could hardly believe. Just ten months earlier, the Italian skier had broken multiple bones in her left leg in a terrible crash. She could not walk for three months and needed two operations. A metal plate and seven or eight screws (螺丝) still hold her leg together. “I didn’t know if I would be able to walk again. Or ever ski again,” she said. “For me, it was just special to be here.” Yet on race day, Brignone delivered a near-perfect run. She finished 0.41 seconds ahead of the silver medalist — a huge gap in Alpine skiing. Many competitors struggled with the difficult course, made even harder by fog and flat light, but the 35-year-old “Tiger,” known for her fighting spirit and the animal design on her helmet (头盔), was unstoppable. This victory gave Brignone the one big prize missing from her long career: an Olympic gold medal. She became the oldest woman to win an Alpine skiing gold at the Olympics. It was her fourth Olympic medal, tying the record for the most by an Italian woman skier. Her journey back was anything but easy. After her crash in April, she did not compete again until late January — just weeks before the Olympics. The team doctor said that for a normal person, recovery would still be going on. “But it’s the champion that makes the difference.” During the opening ceremony, Brignone was still in pain. She asked a teammate to carry her on his shoulders so she could wave the Italian flag. That moment now feels like part of a story too perfect to be true — except that it was. As her friend Lindsey Vonn wrote online, “What an incredible comeback!” 24. What does paragraph 2 mainly talk about? A. Brignone’s serious injury. B. The hard Olympic training. C. The doctor’s recovery advice. D. The steps of the operation. 25. What do we know about Brignone’s super-G win? A. She skied in perfect light. B. She won by 0.41 seconds. C. She was the youngest winner. D. She beat all competitors easily. 26. What can be learned about Brignone’s recovery? A. It followed the normal process. B. It was assisted by her teammate. C. It took her less than three months. D. It was faster than a normal person’s. 27. Which word best describes Brignone? A. Generous. B. Modest. C. Determined. D. Humorous. C In January, OpenAI began to introduce a new feature to ChatGPT in certain countries. This feature, called ChatGPT Health, is designed for users to upload their medical data and ask for health advice. However, a new study has found that ChatGPT Health regularly fails to recognize the need for emergency medical care, raising serious safety concerns. The study, which has been published in Nature Medicine, found that in over half of the cases that were real emergencies, ChatGPT underestimated the seriousness and urgency of the situation. The researchers created 60 realistic medical scenarios (场景) that ranged from mild health problems to medical emergencies. They also had doctors look at each scenario and decide what type of medical care was needed in each case. The researchers then asked ChatGPT Health for advice for each of these scenarios. They varied the patients’ personal details and other factors, such as comments from family or friends, each time they asked. Altogether, the researchers received 960 responses. In 52% of cases where people should have been advised to go to the hospital immediately, ChatGPT Health suggested staying at home or making a regular medical appointment. On the other hand, in almost 65% of non-urgent cases, ChatGPT Health advised people to get immediate medical care. ChatGPT Health was also 12 times more likely to take symptoms (症状) less seriously and suggest less urgent care if informed that a friend or family member thought the situation wasn’t serious. Responding to the findings, some health experts have warned that using ChatGPT Health could lead to people not getting the urgent medical care they need, as well as an increase in people asking for unnecessary medical care. The researchers say their results suggest that AI systems such as ChatGPT Health are not adaptable enough to respond to serious medical inquiries, and that humans may still be needed to oversee such important medical decisions. 28. What could users do with ChatGPT Health? A. Upload medical data for health advice. B. Access others’ personal details. C. Get real-time help from human doctors. D. Treat all emergency medical conditions. 29. What did the 960 responses from ChatGPT Health show? A. It ignored mild health problems. B. It followed doctors’ judgment fully. C. It gave correct advice in most cases. D. It often misjudged medical urgency. 30. What can be inferred about ChatGPT Health? A. It can replace human medical supervision. B. It may add pressure to health care systems. C. It is designed only for emergency care cases. D. It collects more medical data than required. 31. What is the main purpose of the text? A. To promote a new AI feature. B. To teach how to use AI medical tools. C. To compare AI’s and doctors’ advice. D. To warn of risks of ChatGPT Health. D Inspired by the thunderous footsteps of the huge dinosaur in Jurassic Park, a German startup called IMENSUS has designed a rover (探测车) that could change the way we explore the Moon. The rover generates seismic (地震的) waves that travel deep into the ground, creating artificial quakes to map what lies beneath. “We’re shaking the ground,” said David Frey, head of engineering. On Earth, this technology helps mining companies locate valuable materials such as copper and gold. Seismic waves slow down when passing through dense, mineral-rich rocks. By measuring wave speeds with surface sensors, prospectors can identify underground resources without digging. But Frey believes the real potential lies beyond our planet. As space agencies set their sights on the Moon, accessing local resources — such as ice at the lunar South Pole and regolith (月壤) for construction — will be essential. “Everyone’s just thinking, ‘Let’s go, dig, and use the material.’ But there might be a huge rock underneath. You want to know this before you go, because it’s super expensive,” Frey explained. Unlike past scientific missions that relied on unpredictable natural moonquakes, this method would let the rover generate controlled seismic events on demand. Lunar seismologist Dr. Nicholas Schmerr from the University of Maryland noted that such seismic sounding can effectively locate structures within the top kilometer of the subsurface, including lava tubes or buried ices. However, Schmerr also warned that extreme temperatures, solar radiation, and sharp, rough regolith on the Moon could easily destroy machinery. While IMENSUS’s Earth-based pilot phase is set to begin in 2027, applying the same technology on the Moon will require careful engineering to ensure survival in such harsh conditions. Still, both experts agree that seismic exploration will be vital for future lunar missions. Whether IMENSUS’s concept reaches the Moon depends on the progress of programs like NASA’s Artemis. But as Frey sees it, the same technology could one day be used on Mars or even asteroids. One thing is certain: if humans are to build a lasting presence beyond Earth, we must first understand what lies beneath the surface. 32. What do surface sensors do in the seismic technology? A. Locate ice at the lunar South Pole. B. Analyze underground resources. C. Measure the speed of seismic waves. D. Dig out mineral-rich rocks directly. 33. How is the new seismic method different from past missions? A. It needs underground sensors. B. It relies on natural seismic activities. C. It produces controlled moonquakes. D. It investigates deep lunar structures. 34. What does the underlined word “harsh” in paragraph 4 probably mean? A. Severe. B. Calm. C. Mild. D. Normal. 35. What is the text mainly about? A. Seismic waves on the Moon. B. A new way to explore the Moon. C. Challenges of living on the Moon. D. Building an operational lunar base. 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。 Cross-cultural communication can feel challenging at first due to various cultural differences.    36   . Here are four key strategies for better cross-cultural connection. ●Learn about the culture beforehand to avoid simple mistakes. Understanding basic rules and customs of the culture shows your respect.    37   . Knowing what is polite and rude prevents awkward moments and boosts your confidence. Small efforts like learning some polite phrases also leave a good impression on others. ●Speak clearly and stay away from slang (俚语) or difficult idioms. Slow down your speech a little when talking to non-native speakers and never shout-it often seems rude.    38   , as slang hardly translates well and can cause offense. Politely ask them to explain again if you notice confusion, for clear communication builds trust and ensures your message is understood correctly. ●Pay close attention to non-verbal signals like gestures and eye contact. Body language varies worldwide, so what seems normal to you may offend others.    39   . Use open-handed gestures at first. Observe locals’ personal space and rules about physical contact, and adjust your behavior to show cultural sensitivity. ●   40   . Cultural differences may lead to confusion, but anger is useless. Accept that conversations won’t always go smoothly. Honestly admit your confusion and ask for clarification gently, and encourage the other person to do the same. Being open-minded helps you learn from these interactions, and patience creates a positive environment where both sides feel valued. A. Tell others your own culture is better to show confidence B. For example, pointing with one finger is rude in some places C. Remain patient and open-minded when misunderstandings happen D. You can easily find such relevant information online or in guidebooks E. But good communication skills alone cannot solve all cultural problems F. However, it becomes much smoother with targeted and practical methods G. Use standard words instead of casual expressions that may confuse others 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。 At the age of ten, most children spend their free time playing games or watching cartoons. Jo Nagai, however,    41    to raise swallowtail caterpillars (凤蝶幼虫) in his own home. What started as a childhood curiosity soon turned into a    42    breakthrough that astonished scientists worldwide. Jo designed a simple but clever experiment. He    43    caterpillars to connect a particular scent (气味) with an unpleasant experience. After the caterpillars    44    into butterflies, he tested them again. Scientists had always assumed that memories would disappear during this dramatic change, when a caterpillar literally breaks down and    45    itself inside the chrysalis (蛹). To everyone’s    46   , many butterflies still avoided the scent. Somehow, their memories had    47    the transformation. But Jo was not    48    with this discovery alone. He decided to push his research further. Jo    49    the experiment and examined the second generation. He wanted to know if the butterflies’ offspring (后代) would also    50    the same smell. The results were clear: the learned responses had been    51    to the next generation. This finding suggests something    52    about nature. Although butterflies do not    53    teach their young like human parents do, their life experiences can still shape future generations. Jo Nagai’s story reminds us that scientific discovery has no    54    limit. With patience, creativity, and careful observation, even a young student can challenge established beliefs and    55    our understanding of the natural world. 41. A. hesitated B. pretended C. failed D. chose 42. A. medical B. scientific C. technological D. geological 43. A. trained B. killed C. counted D. followed 44. A. crashed B. divided C. transformed D. looked 45. A. rebuilds B. introduces C. protects D. recycles 46. A. regret B. surprise C. embarrassment D. relief 47. A. promoted B. delayed C. arranged D. survived 48. A. annoyed B. satisfied C. strict D. familiar 49. A. repeated B. published C. standardized D. funded 50. A. produce B. remove C. avoid D. absorb 51. A. held back B. given out C. figured out D. passed down 52. A. peaceful B. meaningful C. touching D. confusing 53. A. intentionally B. secretly C. successfully D. sincerely 54. A. space B. speed C. age D. size 55. A. block B. reflect C. assess D. expand 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。 Lanshan Park in Yinchuan, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, has become a popular tourism destination by    56    (combine) winter sports, local food, cultural activities and its splendid sunset views. This has    57    (great) boosted visitor numbers and enriched the city’s tourism resources. The park’s 8,000-square-meter “sunset ice rink (冰场)”    58    (see) a sharp rise in tourists since the Spring Festival holiday. Overlooking the grand Helan Mountains, the outdoor ice rink allows visitors    59    (skate) while enjoying wonderful sunset scenery, making it a favourite place for family outings and picture-taking. Festive mascots (吉祥物) and small trains also create    60    joyful atmosphere for people of all ages. A tourist from Chengdu praised the unforgettable experience with his daughter. Many visitors also lie on the    61    (freeze) lake in warm red outfits to take photos,    62    has become a hit online. In May 2025, the park began holding “sunset choir” gatherings, music festivals and other themed    63    (event), attracting thousands of people to enjoy the sunset by the lake. This winter, the park cooperated    64    Shahu Scenic Area to launch an “ice-breaking journey”. Tourists ride traditional boats through ice-cleared channels, enjoying hotpot, drinks or tea with    65    (attract) winter and sunset views. 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 你校英文报正在征集题为“我的低碳校园生活”的稿件。请你写一篇短文投稿，内容包括： 1．你的低碳做法； 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卡的相应位置作答。 My Low-carbon School Life ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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。 Annie Byrne, a single mother, lived in a small house with a small backyard in a Canadian town. Having lost her full-time job, she had to work several part-time jobs to make ends meet. Money was always tight, and she often skipped meals to save for Simon’s school supplies and utility bills. A cold wind blew through the broken kitchen window, but since she couldn’t afford to fix it, Annie had stuffed old towels into the gaps to keep out the cold. Every night, Annie tossed and turned in bed, worrying about putting food on the table for the next day. Simon, who pretended to be asleep, hated seeing his mom bury her face in her hands and cry quietly. One day, Simon overheard his mom talking to a friend about the vegetables she’d been growing. “I planted them to save on groceries,” Annie sighed, wiping sweat from her forehead — she’d just rushed home from her cleaning job. “Now, I’m wondering if I could sell the extras for a little money. But I’m just too worn out to do anything else after work.” The idea stayed with Simon, but soon, a better plan occurred to him. He remembered how his classmate had mentioned that the farm’s fresh produce sold fast. “Mom, I’ve got a better idea,” Simon said after her friend left. “One of my classmates’ families runs an organic farm. After school, I can go there to buy fresh vegetables and sell them at the street corner. Could I use our emergency savings to buy supplies? The produce is organic, and people around here care about that. I promise it won’t get in the way of my studies.” “Are you sure, Simon? It might take up all your free time, and you’ll miss out on hanging out with your friends.” “I’m sure, Mom. I don’t mind at all. What matters is that you don’t have to work so hard. You come home so tired every day that you can barely speak,” Simon said firmly. Reluctantly, his mother agreed and gave him the small amount of money for the purchase. 注意：1．续写词数应为 150 个左右； 2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 The next afternoon, Simon rode his bike to the farm.______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The steady income began to ease the family’s burden (负担). _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $