甘肃兰州市城关区民族中学等校2025-2026学年第二学期期中考试高一年级英语试卷

2025-2026学年第二学期期中考试 高一年级英语试卷 (本试卷共听力和笔试两部分，满分150分，考试时间120分钟) 第I卷 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 are the speakers preparing for? A.A graduation party. B.A retirement party. C.A birthday party. 2.What does the woman think of boxing? A.Relaxing. B.Violent. C.Challenging. 3.Why does the man like his new house? A.It is bigger than the old one. B.It is very close to his school. C.It is near his friends'houses. 4.What does the man want to do? A.Cancel an account. B.Get a new credit card. C.Change his mailing address. 5.What are the speakers talking about? A.A newspaper B.A poem. C.A writer. 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。 高一茁海 1 听第6段录音，回答第6、7题。 6.When did Tree Hero probably start to plant trees? A.At the age of 20. B.At the age of 63. C.At the age of 83. 7.What will the speakers do next? A.Read a report. B.Buy a magazine. C.Go to the library. 听第7段录音，回答第8至10题。 8.What is the man doing? A.Asking for help. B.Making an invitation. C.Giving an explanation. 9.What is the TV program about? A.English idioms. B.English grammar. C.English words. 10.What is the man going to do tonight? A.Watch TV. B.Go to the movies. C.Have dinner with Jenny. 听第8段录音，回答第11至13题。 11.Which train will the man take? A.The 10:50 one. B.The 11:20 one. C.The 11:50 one. 12.What kind of ticket did the man book at first? A.A first-class ticket. B.A second-class ticket. C.A business ticket. 13.How will the man pay? A.By credit card. B.By check. C.By cash. 听第9段录音，回答第14至16题。 14.What is the relationship between the speakers? A.Friends. B.Brother and sister. C.Father and daughter. 15.What festival did Jane celebrate with her friend yesterday? A.The Spring Festival.B.The Dragon Boat Festival.C.The Mid-Autumn Festival. 卷 16.Where does the man live? A.In Guangzhou. B.In Hong Kong. C.In Toronto. 听第10段录音，回答第17至20题。 2 17.Why is the speaker making the speech? A.He is retiring. B.He will get married C.He's just received an award. 18.Who organized the party? A.David. B.Craig. C.Anne. 19.What might the speaker be? A.Alawyer. B.A translator. C.A professor. 20.Where does the speaker plan to go this summer? A.China. B.France. C.Spain. 第Ⅱ卷 第二部分阅读理解（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，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出最佳选项，并在答 题卡上将该项涂黑。 A A festival is like a big party for lots of people.Here are some of them. Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Do you like hot-air balloons?Then you should go to the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in New Mexico.Fiesta is a Spanish word for festival.The balloon festival lasts for nine days and has around 750 hot-air balloons.They are beautiful to see flying in the sky!It is expected to attract close to a million visitors. White Nights Festival In St.Petersburg,Russia,people celebrate the White Nights Festival.This arts festival is in the summer when there is still light at night!This festival is an event of the arts,music,opera, ballet,film and outdoor celebrations. La Tomatina(西红柿节) In Spain,La Tomatina is a lot of fun.The week-long festival has music,parades,dancing, fireworks and lots of tomatoes!Every August thousands of Spaniards take part in the La Tomatina festival.The people throw tomatoes at each other for the whole day and they don't get angry,but 高一的 3 the only rule is that the tomato must be flattened (in the hand first,before being thrown. Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival In Pingxi,people gather (at the Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival.People buy paper lanterns,light them and let them fly into the sky.Pingxi Sky Lanter Festival is an annual ( 次的)event which is highly recommended(推荐)by famous media such as Discovery Channel, CNN Travel,and National Geographic Travel.Every year it attracts tens of thousands of visitors from overseas. 21.What can we learm about the Albuquerque Intermational Balloon Fiesta? A.It is held in Russia every year. B.It is held every August. C.It is highly recommended by the media. D.It lasts more than one week. 22.What is the only rule of La Tomatina in Spain? A.Throw the tomatoes that are flattened. B.Take part in the festival for the whole day. C.Visitors must bring their own tomatoes. D.Visitors must control their emotions. 23.What is the purpose of this text? A.To encourage us to travel the world. B.To advertise several strange festivals. C.To introduce fun festivals from around the world. D.To make comparisons between some festivals. B It was a dream come true to study at one of the oldest and best universities in the world.I enjoyed living and studying in Oxford which is little old town with rich history and beautiful buildings.The studying pace was very fast and demanding.However,there was still enough room to have fun with friends from my cohort ()I really enjoyed the social life and being surrounded by like-minded people from all around the world. I was surprised by how diverse the student body was when I arrived in Oxford.It is a melting pot (of extremely smart and talented people from different cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds. Another shock I experienced was the obvious divide between students and locals.Oxford is 4 after all not just a university but aa town inhabited (by locas.Although well sare the same space,there is almost no interaction between the students and the locals During my studies,I could not work because there simply wasn't enough time to balance a demanding academic program and a job.Luckily I was on a scholarship that covered all of my costs so I didn't have to worry about it.At the end of my master's program,I interned (at the Open Society Foundations. I come from a low-income family in Croatia,and as a young person,I never thought I would be able to visit places like the UK,let alone study at a world-famous and expensive university like Oxford.Later I realized that there are actually many scholarships and programs that help students like me gain access to higher education.I would recommend young students from disadvantaged backgrounds to think big and not give up on their dreams.The doors will open for those who are determined and positive. 24.What did the author like in Oxford? A.The social life and his cohort's company. B.The fast and demanding studying pace. C.The old and beautiful buildings D.The local cultural history. 25.Why was the author surprised on arrival in Oxford? A.The beautiful town. B.Friendly local people C.Smart and talented people D.Students from different backgrounds 26.How did the author pay the costs in Oxford? A.With the help of the Open Society Foundations. B.With the support of a scholarship. C.By attending some programs D.By doing part-time jobs. 27.What does the author tell the young students? A.They should study in famous universities. B.Scholarships will make them excellent. C.They should try hard to realize their dreams. D.Students from low-income families are not bad. C 高一英语第 5 Many educators have been teaching themselves how to use AI.For Jerome Ong,a 5th grade teacher in Ridgewood,New Jersey,Al has changed the way he approaches teaching.He now uses AI tools every week in his classroom."You have to find what works for your students,"he said. Ong not only teaches his students what AI is,but also where it falls short."If you keep at it and say,No,you're wrong,you're wrong,'eventually AI will say,'I'm sorry,I was wrong.'Doing that with your class can show you that AI isn't really as smart as you think it is,"Ong said. This summer,Microsoft,Open AI and Anthropic announced a first-of-its-kind plan to train hundreds of thousands of members of the American Federation of Teachers."I think if we're going to make AI work for students and kids,we need to listen to teachers,"said Microsoft president Brad Smith.The $23 million investment will go toward virtual and in-person training in New York City. "The direct connection between a teacher and their kids can never be replaced by new technologies,but if we learn how to use them,set practical guidelines and put teachers in the driver's seat,teaching and learning can be better,"said AFT President Randi Weingarten. However,critics cite cheating concerns and Microsoft's own research,which showed a self-reported reduction in critical thinking skills when AI was not used responsibly.AFT member Lois Weiner thinks teachers would be better served by more support within schools than by a partnership with Silicon Valley."There is so much boredom in the job,but the answer to that is to improve teachers'working conditions,"said Weiner,adding that AI does not achieve better work conditions for teachers. Smith argued education should be left to teachers:"Those of us in the tech field need to provide the tools and help school boards,districts,and teachers so they decide how to put those tools into practice." 28.What do the underlined words "falls short"in paragraph 1 mean? A.Is wrong. B.Has limitations. C.Is not enough. D.Fails to work 29.What is the main idea of paragraph 2? A.Teachers are urged to listen to students.B.Microsoft will invest $23 million in NYC. 6 C.Tech companies plan to train teachers.D.Three firms aim to promote AI in schools. 30.What can be inferred from Lois Weiner's comments? A.Al can help reduce teachers'boredom.B.Partnership with tech firms benefits teachers C.Teachers are smarter than Al. D.Teachers need more support within schools. 31.What is Brad Smith's attitude towards AI in education? A.Supportive.B.Critical. C.Doubtful. D.Neutral. D As a writing teacher,I am used to reading and responding to difficult texts.In fact,I like dealing with texts that have interesting ideas,because I understand their value.I have learned through my years of education that what eventually appeals to me is not just grammatically-perfect,smooth writing,but writing that forces me to think beyond the page.It is writing where the writer has challenged himself or herself and then offered that challenge to the reader. You wiil often come across critical thinking and analysis as requirements for tasks in writing and upper-level courses across different subjects.Instructors have different explanations of what they actually require from you,but,in general,they expect you to respond thoughtfully to the texts you read.The first thing you should remember is not to be afraid of critical thinking.It does not mean that you have to criticize the text,oppose its basic idea,or attack the writer simply because you feel you have to.Criticism is the process of responding to and judging ideas, arguments,and style so that readers understand how and why you value them Critical thinking is also a process that is key to all subjects.While in this passage I refer mainly to critical thinking in writing,the general principles behind critical thinking are very similar in other fields.In history,for instance,it could mean examining and analyzing primary sources to understand the background in which they were written.In the hard sciences,it usually involves making judgments and decisions rationally(理性地)，and solving problems While critical thinking may be subject-specific,most of its general principles such as thinking rationally,making independent judgments,and having a healthy doubt about what is 高一英语 第 7 being read,are common to all subjects.No matter the area of study,using critical thinking skills leads to clear,flexible thinking and a better understanding of the subject at hand. 32.Why does the author prefer certain texts? A.They are error-free in grammar. B.They present exciting viewpoints C.They make readers reflective. D.They read smoothly and easily. 33.What is critical thinking according to the author? A.Challenging the author's viewpoint. B.Considering and assessing thoughts C.Rejecting the text's main argument. D.Finding fault with the writing. 34.How does the author explain that critical thinking matters across all subjects? A.By referring to different areas of study. B.By describing what it means in history. C.By explaining its role in science. D.By drawing comparisons between fields 35.What might be discussed in the follow-up text? A.Types of critical thinking. B.Uses of deep thinking C.Benefits of critical thinking. D.Methods of thinking critically. 第二节七选五（共5小题；每小题2.5分，共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。选项中有两项为多余 选项。 Ways to Put Down Your Smartphone For most people,when they wake up in the morning,the first thing to come to their mind is to find their smartphone.36.Here are some quick and easy ways to handle the problem. Pick up a newspaper Read a newspaper and you will be surprised at how relaxing it is to read through the day's news. We will find our attention has increased.And we might be attracted by it.37.Even the New York Times costs only $9 a week.It offers both home delivery and digital access. Listen to the radio 38.You will be amazed at how entertaining and helpful some radio programs still can be.More importantly,you won't be attracted to those apps and websites. Cut off social media ties We love using Facebook or X to communicate with friends and relations.Just check in at your lunch break or at the gym.And turn off app and email notifications (at some other times in 第4页共6页 8 any other places,so you aren't attracted by them. 39 Today,it seems nearly impossible to stay away from your phone for 60 minutes.However, whether dining at home or out,stick to the no-device rule.When having dinner in a restaurant with others,to make you stick to it,you can place phones in the center of the table.40Thus no one can break the rule A Set aside your phones. B Don't be worried about the cost. C.Stop seeking unimportant information. D.Take your old radio out again and turn it on E.Social media addiction can be completely avoided. F.You can also have a waiter put them in somewhere else. G.If it is the same to you,it is time for you to put your smartphone down. 第三部分英语知识运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节完形填空（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四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出可以填入空白 处的最佳选项。 I grew up in a family where academic success was everything.My parents,both university professors,had my future 41 planned:top high school to Ivy League to lawyer.I followed their plan perfectly until sophomore year,when a community theater poster 42 my path. During rehearsals (for Romeo and Juliet,I discovered an unexpected passion. Memorizing lines felt 43 than solving math problems.The stage became my escape from 44.But when my parents found out,,their_45_was sharp:“This is a distraction(午扰).” Despite their disagreement,I still kept going to practice.However,I was not as confident as I used to be.One night,my drama teacher 46 that my hands were shaking."You have real talent," she said,handing me an audition flyer(试镜传单).I hesitated一the audition_47 with an important exam.Ultimately,I 48 to follow my heart. Weeks later,standing nervously backstage,I realized this wasn't just about acting.It was about 49 my own voice.The performance was far from perfect--I 50 a line in Act 2-but the audience's applause felt more 51 than any test score. Now as a theater major,I understand:Life isn't about 52 others'expectations.True success means having the 53 to write your own story.Even my parents finally 54 that my choice brought unexpected growth.Looking back,that community theater poster was the 55 of my true self. 岛一英语美 9 41.A.neatly B.simply C.casually D.blindly 42. A.blocked B.recorded C.widened D.changed 43.A.heavier B.smoother C.duller D.riskier 44. A.pleasure B.curiosity C.pressure D.freedom 45. A.reaction B.suggestion C.tradition D.solution 46. A.ignored B.questioned C.noticed D.promised 47. A.conflicted B.connected C.competed D.combined 48. A.failed B.refused C.regretted D.chose 49. A.losing B.finding C.hiding D.doubtful 50. A.commented B.wrote C.translated D.forgot 51. A.anxious B.formal C.valuable D.awkward 52. A.setting B.avoiding C.meeting D.lowering 53. A.courage B.wealth C.luck D.reason 54.A.resisted B.persuaded C.argued D.admitted 55.A.symbol B.beginning C.ending D.secret 第二节 语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，按照句子结构的语法性和上下文连贯的要求，在空格处填入一个适当的 词或使用括号中词语的正确形式填空，并将答案填写在答题卡。 Shanghai's tourism authorities said the city recorded 6.29 million visits by foreign passport holders in the first 11 months of 2025,56 increase of nearly 50 percent compared with the same period last year. The city received about 8.28 million international tourists from January to November,up nearly 40 percent year on year,57 is higher than the full-year total for 2024 The Republic of Korea remained Shanghai's 58(large)and fastest-growing tourist source country since the beginning of this year,with about 805,000 visits.Japan and the United States followed,with 584,000 and 490,000 visits respectively.Other markets,59 (include)Indonesia and Italy,also showed clear growth.The rise is due60 China's easier visa policies ()improved tourism services and more different kinds of tourism offerings. Russian tourist arrivals61(jump)after China announced a visa-free policy for holders of Russian ordinary passports,in effect from Sept.15,2025 to Sept.14,2026.In November alone,visits exceeded 50,000,marking a year-on-year increase of over 70 percent and leading growth among major source 62 (market)that month. Zhong Xiaomin,director of the administration,noted that inbound tourism,63 )贞共6贞 10 (drive)by increasingly independent travelers,is placing greater demands on citywide public services and district ()-level tourism64(promote). As the New Year holiday approaches,Shanghai has introduced a total of 120 tourism routes. They 65 (wise)mix modern city views and cultural heritage with new experiences to meet different travel needs 第四部分书面表达（共两节，满分40分） 第一节写作（满分15分） 假定你是李华，你校将在5月l5日举办“校园健身文化节”(Campus Fitness Festival), 该活动包含趣味跑步、瑜伽(yog)体验和健身知识讲座等环节。请你给你校交换生Peter 写一封邀请信，内容包括： 1.告知活动时间和主题；2.介绍1-2个核心活动环节：3.表达希望他参加的意愿并说明理由。 注意：1.写作词数应为80左右：2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。 Dear Peter, How is everything going? Looking forward to your reply. Yours sincerely, LiHua 第二节任务型写作（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。注 意：续写词数应为150左右。 September arrived with cool air and new starts.As a freshman at Westwood High,I felt lost until I met Mia.We became friends right away-sharing lunch tables,laughing through boring classes,and walking home together every day."You're like the sister I never had,"Mia said one 阁一英语第6 11 afternoon,smiling as we sat under our favorite big tree.I nodded,feeling happy.For a month,we told each other everything-dreams,worries.Life felt perfect. Problems came when my diary disappcared.I'd left it on my desk during gym class,and when I came back,it was gone.I was worricd-my deepest secrets were inside.Later,I saw Mia talking quietly with Sarah,the girl who always gave me mean looks.Mia looked at me,then quickly looked away."Did you see my diary?"I asked,my voice shaking.Mia's eyes got big.'No, I...I haven't seen it."But her hands shook as she spoke.I felt a bad feeling in my stomach.Sarah smiled in a mean way,and I knew-Mia had taken it. I stayed away from Mia completely.At lunch,I sat alone,staring at my sandwich.When she tried to talk to me,I tumned my back."What's wrong?"she asked,her voice breaking."Just leave me alone,"I said angrily.Mia's face looked sad,and she ran off.Days turned into weeks.I missed her laugh,her advice,the way she could always make me smile.But I was too proud to say sorry. One rainy afteroon,I saw Mia sitting under our big tree,tears mixing with raindrops.My chest hurt,but I walked past her. Something lucky happened when I stayed late to finish a project.As I walked past the library, I heard a voice I knew."I can't believe you took her diary!"It was Sarah,shouting at a boy named Jake Paragraph 1: "Ijust wanted to see what she wrote about me,"Jake said quietly. Paragraph 2: The next day,I went to find Mia under our tree. 第6贞共6贝 12