湖南湘潭钢铁集团有限公司第一子弟中学2025-2026学年高一年级下学期期中考试英语试卷

湘钢一中2026年高一年级下学期期中考试英语试卷 时量120分钟满分150分命题人：黄丹、潘英奇、胡润波审核人： 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.Who is the man probably? A.A school librarian. B.A club owner. C.A science teacher. 2.What are the speakers talking about? A.A space mission. B.A math problem. C.An inspiring movie. 3.How much does each adult finally pay? A.$9 B.$10. C.$11. 4.What does Lily advise Mike to do? A.Study harder. B.Relax for a bit. C.Walk with her. 5.What is Grace worried about? A.The difficult lines. B.Her lack of practice. C.The intense competition 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。 听下面一段对话，回答第6、7小题。 6.Why did the woman call? A.The food arrived late. B.The order was incorrect. C.The delivery was canceled. 7.What does the man offer to the woman? A.A free drink. B.A free burger. C.A free sandwich 听第7段录音，回答第8至10题。 8.What is"Green Vessel"? A.An art contest. B.An eco-boat race. C.A recycling campaign. 9.Why did Maplewood School win? A.Their boat was the fastest. B.Their materials were strong. C.Their design was creative. 10.What happened to the boat of the speakers'school? A.It broke in he middle. B.It failed to make quick urns.C.It used unsteady boards. 听第8段录音，回答第11至13题。 11.What is the main use of AI in Mr.Clark's class? A.Giving personal feedback.B.Grading homework and tests. C.Posing discussion questions. 12.How do most students like the AI tool? A.It makes history easier. B.It helps deeper thinking. C.It is unnecessary in class. 13.What is Mr.Clark's attitude towards AI in teaching? A.Obiective B.Worried. C.Enthusiastic. 听第9段录音，回答第14至17题。 14.What problem with candles does Sophia mention? A.They scare the cat. B.They carry a safefy risk. C.They don't match the table. 15.Why does Sophia propose buying some pie? A.To save time. B.To satisfy guests. C.To diversify desserts. 16.What will Sophia make by herself? A.Salad. B.Snacks. C.Bread. 17.What is the relationship between the speakers? A.Friends. B.Brother and sister. C.Husband and wife. 听第10段录音，回答第18至20题。 18.When did the earthquake occur? A.On Monday night. B.On Monday morning. C.On Tuesday morning. 19.How many people did the earthquake impact? A.Around 2,700. B.Around 30,000. C.Around 90,000. 20.What were the public advised to do for at least a week? A.Remain on high alert. B.Stay at home safely. C.Store fresh food. 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 Singapore boasts colourful music festivals.A visit to the city during any of these festivals would be the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the Singaporean vibrancy. Ultra Singapore Music Festival is celebrated for its unique performance stage designs.It is a two-day musical feast,appealing to thousands of electronic music addicts.Regular line-ups include top chartbasters Martin Garrix,Josh Wink,Skrillex,and many other international singers and musicians. Location:Marina Bay ALA Glow Music Festival is another memorable musical festival of Singapore,hosting yoga courses as a significant part.Visitors may enjoy a healthy atmesphere.witn calming music.The festival also prepares the 5K Charity Fun Run for visitors,through which runners win the"I Ran with My Heart'”medal. Location:Sentosa Island Songkran Music Festival stands as Singapore's unique water music festival,held annually to celebrate the Thai New Year.Participants involve themselves in a lively atmosphere,dancing actively while being playfully splashed with water-a core part of the tradition.Alongside the lively beats. the festival offers food truck&and tocal beers,creating a fun party atmosphere. Location:Wild Wild Wet Water Park Sundown Music Festival is a three-day music festival with over fifty artists showcasing different music genres.Some of the famed international artists are DJ Soda,Charlie Lim,and Sam Ru.The festival also offers a variety of dishes to feast on.It is regarded as a dynamic celebration that aims to create unforgettable nights. Location:Siloso Beach 21.Where can visitors enjoy fitness classes alongside music? A.Marina Bay. B Sentosa Island. C.Wild Wild Wet Water Park. D.Siloso Beach. 22.What do Songkran Music Festival and Sundown Music Festival have in common? A.Water activities. B.Foreign culture. C.Food offerings. D.Electronic music. 23.What is the main purpose of the passage? A.To eompare different music festivale. B.To promote the music festivalsan Singapore. C.To persuade readers to attend electronic music events. D.To discuss the trend of international artist cooperation. B A strong 7.9 earthquake hit central Myanmar on March 28 2025,causing major damage in the area.The earthquake was cemered near Mandalay,the country's second-largest city.The number of death has reached 2,719, with 4,521 people injured and many more still missing.The disaster unfolded in two phases:the first earthquake destroyed buildings,roads,and bridges,while aftershocks continued to cause problems. The earthquake happened along the Sagaing Fault,where the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates meet.Over many years,pressure built up between the plates and finally caused this earthquake.However,Myanmar's old buildings,especially traditional ones made of wood and mud,were not strong enough to withstand the earthquake, which made the situation even worse. Countries around the world quickly sent help.China was one of the first to respond,sending rescue teams with meaical suppries,shelter materials,and special equpment to find survivors.India,Russia,and Singapore also sent aid.The United Nations helped organize the aid efforts,showing that the world is united in helping Myanmar. However,rescuers faced many challenges Roads and bridges were destroyed,making it hard to get aid to remote villages.There were also power cuts and communication problems.Bad weather made things worse,as rain could cause floods and spread diseases.Aaditionally,ongoing conflicts in northern Myanmar made it hard to get supplies to the affected areas,and hospitals in Mandalay were crowdea witn pauents. Despite the difficulties,there were also stones of hope.Local volunteers worked hard to rescue people trapped in the rubble.In Mandalay,a pregnant woman was rescued after being trapped for 50 hours.Farmers and students also adapted quickly,planting crops in temporary neids and attending classes in tents.The earthquake showed Myanmar's weaknesses,te it also showed the strength of the people and the world's support.As aftershocks continue,Myanmar's people are determined to rebuild'their lives and hope for a better future. 24.What do we know about the earthquake on March 28,2025? A.It is the strongest earthquake in history. B.It caused minor damage to the old buildings. C.The main quake destroyed many constructions. D.Pressure built up between the plates in aftershocks. 25.Which of the following is NOT a reason for the difficulties in rescue efforts? A.Affected areas. B.Power failurres. C.Inaccessible roads. D.Communication problems. 26.Why does the author mention the story of a pregnant woman in the iast paragraph? A.To compare victuns from different jobs. B.To show the theme of hope and recovery. C.To explain the difficulty of rescue efforts.D.To give an example of the earthquake's impact. 27.What's the author's tone in writing the article? A Concerned. B Doubtful. C.Critical. D.Objective. C In a world overflowing with information,it may seem odd that people often go out of their way not to learn something.Whether it's skipping a follow-up doctor's appomtment or refusing to read an unsettling news article, this tendency has a name:the"Ostrich (Effect,"just like the bird supposedly burying its head in the sand. Researchers at the University of Chicago set out to understand when and why this occurs. In one experiment,children aged from 5 to 10 were asked to imagine their favorite and least favorite candy. Then came the choice:Would they like to watch a video about why eating that candy was bad for their teeth? Children at the age of 5 or 6 wanted to know-good or bad,the information itself was exciting.Older children, however,hesitated.They were much less interested in hearing about the downsides of their favorite treat,though they had no problem learning why their least favorite eandy was bad. So why do children transform from fearless learners into strategic avoiders?The answer lies in emotions. Informaton is not neutral ()-it often carries consequences for how we feel.News apout our hearth, abilities,or beliefs can trigger disappoinunent,anxiety,or shame.By avoiding knowledge,people protect themselves,at least in the short term,from negative emotions. Sparing ourselves from distress can be protective,yet when avoidance becomes habitual,the costs ean outweigh the benefits.At a personal level,refusing to leam important medical information can endanger health.At a societal level,avoidance may entrench political divides or rigid beliefs.When people intentionally ignore perspectives that challenge their worldview,tney lose opportunities for growth,understanding,and connection. At its core,the Ostrich Effect reveals something deeply human.We are curious creatures,but also fragile ones. We want to know,yet we fear what knowing might mean.This push and pull shapes our decisions every day.This is why researchers stress the importance of teaching children not only to embrace curiosity,but also to develop- resilience (and always grab the chance to learn,adapt,and succeed. 28.Which of the following shows the"Ostrich Effect"? A.A student actively seeks.feedback from teachers. B.A woman turns a blind eye to ner credit card bills. C.A boy refuses to attend his cousin's birthday party. D.An emproyee ounes himself in research and data analysis. 29.Why does the“Ostrich Effect'”occur? A.It blocks out distractions. B.It keeps us from feeling bad.y C.It helps us see things positively. D.It encourages independent thinking. 30.What does the underlined word"entrench"in paragraph 4 mean? A.Expose.B.Remove. C.Deepen. D.Transform. 31.Which of the following is a suitable title for the text? A.Why Not Knowing Can Seem So Sweet B.Why Embracing Curiosity Truly Matters C.The Ostrich Effect:Comfort is the Best Option D.From Candy to Curiosity:The Evolution of Resilience D Plastic has always been a double-edged sword-multi-purpose and cheap,but chemically stable.Traditional recycling methods involve multiple stages of sorting,cleaning,and melting(),which are energy-intensive and degrade the material's quality.Turning plastic into fuel has been explored before,but existing techniques require high heat,complex catalysts(催化'剂)，and often produce impure results. Now,a groundbreaking cooperation between scientists in the US and China has brought the world one step closer to areal solution.Usinga specially designed catalytic reaction,researchers found a way to break down long plastic polymer (chains into short hydrocarbon molecules-the building blocks of fuel-in a single step. The team's secret lies in a novel catalytic material that operates at medium temperatures-far lower than those used in conventional methods.Unlike traditional recycling,which melts plastic into lower-grade products, this catalyst essentially reduces plastics into usable hydrocarbon chains in just a few hours.The output can then be further processed into fuels for vehicles or even planes.According to Professor Zhang Wei,a chemical engineer from the Chinese partner university,the process transforms 95%of the plastic into usable hydrocarbons,leaving minimal remains and almost no harmful byproducts. The implications of this breakthrough extend far beyond scientific curiosity.If widely used,the one-step plastic-to-fuel method could dramatically reduce both plastic waste and non-renewable fuel dependence. Promising as the results are,experts stress that the cost of catalysts,the difficulty of collecting mixed plastic waste,and the issue of carbon emissions from burning fuels are key challenges to be addressed.For this reason, scientists see the innovation not as an end point,but as a temporary fix toward a cleaner future. While questions remain,this innovation marks a hopeful turn in humanity's long battle with plastic waste.It transforms what was once pollution into power and demonstrates that the solutions to big problems often lie in rethinking waste not as garbage-but as potential. 32.What is a key advantage of the new method of recycling plastics? A.Low costs. B.Simple processes.C.High security. D.Adjustable reaction. 33.What does the novel cataryst neip with? A.Speeding up waste collection. B.Adjusting the operating temperature. C.Minimizing harmful byproducts. D.Turning plastics into oasic chemicals. 34.How do scientists regard the method? A.A dead end. B.A starting point. C.A stepping stone. D.A definite.answer. 35.What inspiration does the innovation bring to us? A.New views create possibilities. B.Human effort overcomes challenges. C.Close teamwork works wonders. D.Tough problems lead to innovations. 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。 How to appreciate a classic Classics are often seen as hooks read by literature majors or,intellectuals.They carry a certain air of snobbery()in them.36The classics and I began as acquaintances,eventually to friends,and then to close confidantes()with private jokes between us.So how does one approach a classic? Find your classic era.The term classic applies to a wide range of books across a long penod of tme.37 Not every classic is as thick as Tolstoy's Anna Karenina.Like all forms of literature,there are genres within the classics selection of a bookstore.By finding your era,there's always something that may appeal to you. Read slow and get immersed )Classics aren't written in our modemn tongue.38 As challenging as it may be,I suggest reading your first classic slow.Allow the book and the language to grow with you.It's fike immersing yourself in a different world.It would take a few interactions to get the hang of it,but you do get it eventuallv. 39Once immersed,you rather get a hang of the language,and it is best to read another one.Maybe read a book from the same author.In this way,the next book becomes easier to read.The case in the language and the context is reward itself and may motivate you to read more classics. Try again.If the first classic you got was a miss,find another one.You can even start with thinner books like Peter Pan or a child's classic such as Alice in Wonderland or even Anne of Green Gables.Don't jump from"I don't read classics"to "Brother Karamazov"all too sudden.40 A.Learn more about the author. B.Reading classics requires pacing. C Follow through with another classic D.My love for classics was a gradual affair E.They are written with every mark of the period they were published. F.It's wrong to assume that all classics are created equal. G.You should treat classics like vegetables and eat them quickly. 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。 I was so excited to cover a new adventure to Qomolangma when I was a journalist.Yet things didn't41 the way I wanted-Once I got of the vehicle at the base camp,I was 42 by dizziness (and shortness of breath-43 of mountain sickness..Even the act of taking a few steps demanded an extraordinary amount of 44. At that moment,a question 45 within me:Why do people keep climbing Mount Qomolangma? When asked this question,British mountaineer George Mallory gave his famous 46 Because it's there. Mallory reminds me of countless climbers who have put their lives at risk to47 the mountain's towering height with their own footsteps.They48 an almost vertical wall close to the top.It is so difficult to find 49 points for climbing that the earliest climbers thought no one could get past the wall. In 1960,Liu Lianman,a Chinese climber,50 to let his teamimates step on his shoulders to cross the wall.Already 51,he gathered all his strength to uplift his teammates.Though his52 did not appear on the list of those who reached the top,Liu is undoubtedly a true 53 I recalled the interview with Dong Hongjuan,the first woman to conquer 14 mountains above 8,000 meters, who 54 understands how small humans are compared to nature.She told me,"I never felt I conquered those mountains;it's just that the mountains55me." 41.A.turn out B.turn in C.turn down D.turn to 42.A.drawn B.abandoned C.overcome D.sheltered 43.A.symbols B.signs C.manners D.causes 44.A.patience B.effort C.knowledge D.practice 45.A.ended B.expanded C.arose D.returned 46.A.reply B.suggestion C.resolution D.guidance 47.A.occupy B.measure C.confirm D.protect 48.A.run into B.depend on C.pull down D.putup 49.A.checking B.viewing C.starting D.supporting 50.A.hesitated B.pretended C.happened D.offered 51.A.starved B. heart-broken C.worn-out D.annoyed 52.A.motive B. achieyement C.teammate D.name 53.A.hero B.champion C.genius D.pioneer 54.A.fortunately B.eagerly C.deeply D.merely 55.A.defeated B. discovered C.prohibited D.accepted 第二节（共10小题；每题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。 White Dew,the 15th solar term in 56.24 solar terms of Chinese tradition,marks the end of early autumn and signals the transition to mid-autumn-a penod 57.the heat-cold balance undergoes a dramatic shift.It-anives when the sun,after a joumey across the celestial )sphere,reaches the longitude of 165 degrees,58.(occur)annually between September 7th and 9th,a timing determined by ancient astronomical observations guiding agricultural activities for millennia(). During this term,sweltering summer heat fades,and the air,once humid,becomes far 59. (fresh)than before,carrying a crisp coolness in morning mist and evening breeze.The widening temperature gap 60. day and night-often over 10 C-causes water vapor to condense into tiny glistening droplets on leaves,their radiance in morning sunlight inspiring the 61.(poet)name "White Dew"passed down for generations. Across China.diverse customs link to White Dew.In Nanjing,connoisseurs (savor freshly picked White Dew Tea,whose flavor 62. (characterize)by mellow sweetness and subtle floral notes.In Fuzhou, 63. (local)follow the tradition of eating sweet longans,convinced that these fruits nourish the body, alleviate fatigue,and enhance blood circulation-a belief rooted in TCM()principles.As weather cools, experts recommend adjusting clothing timely,especially after sunset 64.(avoid)chills,and emphasize maintaining adequate warm water intake 65.(be)key to preventing respiratory dryness from autumn dryness. 第四部分写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 66.春夏之交，自然灾害进入多发期。假定你是校英文报Health and Life'栏目编辑，请你写一封倡议书； 呼吁同学们增强安全意识，学会自我保护。 内容要点： 1.提高防灾意识； 2.学习自救方法； 3.发出倡议。 注意：（1)词数80左右；(2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Dear fellow students, As spring turns into summer,natural disasters are becoming more frequent. Yours sincerely, Editor of Health and Life 第二节（满分25分） 67.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。 The Scholarship Jacket Each year,my school awarded a green and gold scholarship jacket to the top graduate with the highest grades over eight years.As a straight A student since my first year,I was determined to win it.Raised by my grandparents on a small farm,money was always tight-we simply could not afford fees or trips for any sports events.I knew the sports jacket was out of my reach,so the scholarship jacket was my only chance. However,one afternoon,I accidentally overheard my teachers arguing in the classroom.Mr.Smith was angrily defending my academic record,"Martha deserves the jacket!"Yet,Mr.Bonne responded calmly,"But Joan's father is on the Board.We could say it was a close tie and..."The rest of his words were drowned out by the pounding in my ears.I stood frozen,feeling my dream shatter in the face of cruel injustice. The next day,the principal called me in.Avoiding eye contact,he awkwardly explained a new"policy"to me: the Board would charge fifteen dollars for the jacket this year."If you can't pay,"he declared,"it will go to the next one in line."Shocked as I was,I refused to give in without a word.Mustering all my dignity,I replied,"I'll speak to my grandpa and let you know tomorrow." Grandpa was working in the bean field when I found him.Voice shaky,I blurted out the news about the fifteen-dollar fee."I have to take the money tomorrow,otherwise it'll be given to someone else." Grandpa paused,straightened his weary back,and rested his chin on the hoe ()handle.He gazed at the green shoots before tuming to me."What does a scholarship jacket mean?"he asked quietly. "It means you've earned it by having the highest grades for eight years,"I answered without hesitation. "Then if you pay for it,it's not a scholarship jacket,is it?Grandpa said,driving his hoe firmly into the soil "Tell your principal I won't pay." I walked back to the house and locked myself in the bathroom for a long time.I was angry with the Board for changing the rule;and I was angry with grandfather even though I knew he was right. 注意：1.续写词数应为150左右；2.请按如下格式在相应位置作答。 The next day,with a heavy heart,I almost dragged myself into the principal's office. At the end of the day,Mr.Smith brought me the news about the scholarship jacket.