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重庆外国语学校 2025—2026学年度（下期）高2027届期中考试 英语试题 （满分150分，120分钟完成） 命题人 高中英语命题组 审题人 高中英语命题组 第Ⅰ卷 选择题（共95分） 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。每段对话读两遍。 1. Where are the speakers probably? A. In a gym. B. In the wild. C. In a hospital. 2. What is the most probable relationship between the speakers? A. Actress and reporter. B. Director and actress. C. Screenwriter and director. 3. What happened to the speakers? A. They lost their cat. B. They adopted another cat. C. They fed neighbors’ cats. 4. What is the woman having trouble with? A. Controlling her emotions. B. Getting a university place. C. Understanding her best friend. 5. Who are the speakers most probably? A. Performers. B. TV hosts. C. Judges. 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. What is the main topic of the conversation? A. Family financial planning. B. A dream holiday. C. A bank statement puzzle. 7. What did the man do to confirm the condition? A. He called the restaurant. B. He checked the banking app. C. He searched information online. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8. What is the woman having problems with? A. An office device. B. The sales figures. C. Her computer password. 9. What will the woman do next? A. Create a new account. B. Use the man’s account. C. Postpone the meeting. 10. How does the man sound? A. Rushed. B. Helpful. C. Confused. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11. Where is the conversation taking place? A. Online. B. At the store. C. On the phone. 12. How could the toothbrush be improved? A. It could be quieter. B. It could have more power. C. It could have better directions. 13. How much did the man buy the toothbrush for? A. $45. B. $50. C. $90. 听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。 14. What day is it today? A. Monday. B. Thursday. C. Sunday. 15. What does the woman want from the man? A. Some advice. B. More time. C. Extra money. 16. What has the woman been mainly doing these days? A. Recovering from an operation. B. Caring for her sick parents. C. Working at a coffee shop. 17. What does the man allow the woman to do? A. Submit her assignment late. B. Write about modern writers. C. Take some time off to relax. 听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。 18. What is the ship probably like? A. Private and quiet. B. Historical and valuable. C. Spacious and convenient. 19. In which country will the listeners be traveling? A. Spain. B. India. C. Portugal. 20. What will the speaker probably do next? A. Check the listeners’ tickets. B. Make arrangements for the tour. C. Tell the story of a great explorer. 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A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 A Are you looking for ways to better manage your well-being using your smartphone? Here are four free and highly recommended health apps that can turn your phone into a personal health manager. Medical Dictionary ·Best for: Understanding professional medical terms. ·How it works: It serves as a comprehensive reference tool covering thousands of expressions related to symptoms, treatments, and anatomy. ·Key features: It helps users simplify complex medical language, making it easier to understand doctors’ advice and lab results. First Aid (By Red Cross) ·Best for: Learning life-saving emergency skills. ·How it works: This official app provides step-by-step guides for common emergencies such as CPR, choking, burns, and fractures. ·Key features: It offers instructional videos and interactive quizzes. Most importantly, all information is available even when your phone has no internet connection, which is critical in urgent situations. Instant Heart Rate ·Best for: Daily heart health monitoring. ·How it works: It uses your phone’s camera and flash to detect blood flow changes in your fingertip—a technology known as photoplethysmography(PPG). ·Key features: It delivers accurate real-time data and generates historical charts to help you track your heart health trends over time. My Fitness Pal ·Best for: Calorie tracking and diet planning. ·How it works: Users can log their daily meals and exercises to monitor their nutrient intake (including protein, fats, and carbs). ·Key features: With a database of over 14 million foods, it connects easily with various fitness devices, helping you achieve your weight management goals effortlessly. 21. Which app can be used offline? A. Medical Dictionary. B. First Aid (By Red Cross). C. Instant Heart Rate. D. My Fitness Pal. 22. What do Instant Heart Rate and My Fitness Pal have in common? A. They help users track personal health data. B. They provide valuable emergency guidance. C. They require the use of the phone’s camera. D. They possess a huge database of food types. 23. Where is this text probably taken from? A. A professional medical textbook. B. An official report on public health. C. A fitness equipment advertisement. D. A lifestyle or technology magazine. B My sister Priscilla and I recently returned from a week-long vacation in Portugal. The rumors about Portuguese egg tarts are true — they taste like heaven! However, beyond the treats, one memory from Lisbon stands out. Before the trip, I had planned a detailed route, and visiting Livraria do Simao, one of the world’s smallest bookshops, was a must. On our first day, we searched for it. While we found the world’s oldest bookstore, the smallest one proved impossible to find, especially for two worn-out girls struggling with Portuguese street names. As our schedule was jam-packed, finding it later seemed unlikely. On our last day, after a trip to Cascais, we unplannedly decided to visit a historic flea market. We walked for an hour up steep hills, only to find the dealers closing shop. Tired and tense, Priscilla and I argued over directions. My insistence on a right turn led us further off course. Soon, we were so lost that we couldn’t even locate ourselves on the map! Suddenly, we both started laughing at the silliness of the situation. How could one wrong turn leave us so completely lost? We made another random turn onto Rua da Madalena, which sounded familiar. As we continued, I spotted a small, hidden store with books in its windows. “Oh my goodness!” I exclaimed, “The bookshop!” It was exactly the place I had searched for on day one. My delight was obvious. A man outside pointed to his friend, saying, “This is the owner. Do you want to go inside?” I eagerly entered the shop, which was no bigger than a walk-in closet. The owner even invited me to sit at his desk to experience his work life. I couldn’t stop smiling even after leaving. We hadn’t just visited a shop; we had gained a unique memory. I couldn’t get over all the little things that had come together to lead us there at that very moment. If we hadn’t decided to visit the flea market at the last-minute, if I hadn’t insisted we turn right, if we hadn’t gotten lost… 24. What made it hard for the girls to find the bookshop on Day 1? A. Their map skills were quite poor. B. Their detailed route was incorrect. C. The bookshop was poorly marked. D. They were exhausted and confused. 25. What does their argument reveal about the sisters? A. They often relied on each other. B. Their patience was wearing thin. C. They rarely followed planned route. D. They had frequent disagreements. 26. Which of the following best describes the bookstore owner? A. Professional and serious. B. Wealthy and successful. C. Welcoming and hospitable. D. Occupied and indifferent. 27. What is the story’s underlying message? A. Careful planning ensures eventual success. B. Persistence guarantees longed-for outcomes. C. Unexpected paths lead to rewarding experiences. D. Travel always involves unanticipated challenges. C As plant-based milks gain popularity for health or dietary reasons, almond milk has become a top choice. Its soaring sales mean a huge demand for almonds, with sales in the US exceeding $1 billion in 2018 and expected to climb further. Most of these almonds are grown in California, which produces 80 percent of the world’s supply. However, growing these almonds requires a critical resource: bees. Bees are essential for pollination, but the vast almond farms in California pose significant challenges to them. The pollination season starts unusually early, forcing bees to work when they would normally be dormant (休眠的), which disrupts their natural cycle. Moreover, these farms expose bees to various hazards, such as toxic pesticides and parasites. This intensive farming contributes to a wider crisis for bee populations globally. In the United States, millions of bees are dying each year. For instance, one report indicated an average loss of 1.6 million bees annually over a seven-year period, with some winters being particularly harsh for bee colonies. This massive loss extends far beyond the almond industry. Since bees are essential for pollinating many crops, their disappearance threatens global food security and biodiversity. While some hope that advanced technology or tiny drones might one day replace natural pollinators, such solutions remain far from practical at a global scale. Without these tireless workers, the production of fruits and vegetables would drop sharply, destabilizing the entire natural food chain. Yet, the situation is not entirely without hope. The public is becoming increasingly aware of the severe dangers faced by bees, and a consensus has been reached that their protection should be a top priority. The Almond Board of California, for example, emphasizes its commitment to bee health, stating that it has funded more research projects to support bees than any other crop group. Individuals including local farmers, gardeners and homeowners also contribute by avoiding chemical pesticides and planting bee-friendly gardens. These efforts reflect a growing global understanding: the survival of the bee is essential for the future of our planet. 28. What is Paragraph 1 intended to do? A. To show the popularity of almond milk. B. To introduce the topic of healthy eating. C. To highlight the driver of intensive farming. D. To imply the necessity of market competition. 29. What does the underlined word “hazards” in Paragraph 2 probably mean? A. Sources. B. Benefits. C. Dangers. D. Solutions. 30. What can be inferred from Paragraph 3? A. The decline of bees primarily affect the almond industry. B. The food chain still depends largely on pollinating insects. C. Human intervention has stabilized the natural ecosystem. D. Technological advances will replace bees in crop pollination. 31. What is the best title for the text? A. Farm Pollination: Vital Link in Food Security B. Almond Industry: A Threat to Local Ecosystem C. Drone Employment: A solution to the Bee Crisis D. Bee Crisis: Hidden Cost of Almond Milk Popularity D Music plays a central role in human emotion and culture. It can connect people and express feelings across different societies. For centuries, thinkers like Darwin have been puzzled by music’s profound effect on us. Why do we enjoy music so much? Why do certain sounds bring us such pleasure? Is our ability to appreciate it rooted in our biology? A recent genetic twin study, published in Nature Communications, suggests that music enjoyment is partly heritable (可遗传的). To investigate whether genetic factors contribute to “music reward sensitivity” — the ability to feel pleasure from music — the team used a twin study design. The team compares identical twins, who share nearly all their genes, with fraternal twins, who share about half. If identical twins show more similar music enjoyment, it suggests a genetic link. Over 9,000 participants completed detailed questionnaires, where they rated their emotional responses to various melodies, reported general experiences of reward, as well as described their ability to hear musical elements like pitch and rhythm. The researchers then applied statistical models to analyze the data, ensuring that environmental factors like family upbringing were accounted for. This rigorous (缜密的) process allowed the team to focus on the specific influence of genetics on musical pleasure. The findings confirmed that the ability to experience pleasure from music is partly heritable. Specifically, the researchers estimated that 54% of the differences in music enjoyment among individuals were linked to DNA variations. Crucially, they found that the genetic factors influencing music enjoyment were partly distinct from those influencing general pleasure from rewarding experiences or even basic musical abilities. Different genetic pathways were also found to affect various aspects of music enjoyment, such as using music for emotional regulation, dancing to a beat, or playing music with others. “These findings paint a complex picture where different DNA variations contribute to various elements of music enjoyment,” concluded Giacomo Bignardi, the lead author. This research opens up new possibilities for understanding how our genes shape our musical experiences. Future studies exploring specific parts of the human genome could help unlock the mystery of music, a human ability that fascinated Darwin and continues to charm scientists today. 32. Why does the author mention Darwin in paragraph 1? A. To prove music is a biological instinct. B. To stress the lasting mystery of music. C. To introduce the Max Planck Institute. D. To explain the evolution of musicality. 33. What can we infer about the twin study? A. It focused on fraternal twins instead of identical ones. B. It ignored participants’ basic musical abilities. C. It provides reliable evidence for genetic influence. D. It has solved the long-standing mystery of music. 34. Which best describes the study’s findings on music pleasure? A. Its genetic system is quite independent. B. Multiple genetic pathways are involved. C. Musical skills dominate its heritability. D. Emotional regulation decides pleasure levels. 35. What is the author’s attitude toward the research findings? A. Skeptical. B. Pessimistic. C. Positive. D. Cautious. 第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。选项中有两项为多余选项。 How to Develop Art Appreciation Skills Art appreciation helps us see beauty in everyday life. As Rodin said, “The world is never short of beauty, but a pair of eyes that can discover it.” Here are some practical strategies to help you develop this ability. Start with observation The first step is simply to look carefully. 36 . Spending minutes silently looking can help limit distractions and prime our visual sense. Ask yourself what specific emotions are stirred up by the interplay of colors, lines, and shapes? The key is to keep your eyes open and your mind active. The longer you gaze, the more hidden layers of meaning will reveal themselves to you. 37 Every artwork tells a story. To truly appreciate it, you need to understand the context — the time period, the artist’s life, and the social conditions. When you know that Van Gogh painted Starry Night while staying in a mental hospital, the painting becomes much more meaningful. Compare different works Put two artworks side by side — from the same artist at different times, or from different artists with similar themes. By comparing, you train your eyes to see differences and similarities. For example, compare a traditional Chinese ink painting with a Western oil painting. 38 . Express your feelings 39 . It is about personal feelings as well. Don’t be afraid to say “I like this” or “I don’t understand that.” There is no wrong answer when it comes to how a piece of art makes you feel. Sharing your feelings is an important part of the process. You can keep an art journal or discuss with friends. Putting feelings into words helps you understand your own taste better. Practice regularly Art appreciation is a skill that requires regular practice. Visit a museum once a month. 40 . Or join an art club. As you see your art, your visual vocabulary naturally expands, enabling you to appreciate beauty in all its forms. A. Learn the background B. Understand the artist’s feeling C. Your artwork is not just documentation D. Don’t just glance at a painting and move on E. Art appreciation is not merely about knowledge F. Spend ten minutes daily looking at one artwork online G. This helps you understand varied styles and techniques 第三部分 语言知识运用（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） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D后四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 81-year-old good friends Ellie Hamby and Sandy Hazelip toured the world in 80 days, proving that adventure doesn’t have an age limit. Their first 41 was a location that challenges even many 42 travelers: the Antarctic. They spent two days rocking and rolling through the Drake Passage to get to the continent. The voyage, however, faded from their mind as they 43 the ground of the Antarctic with breathtaking beauty of penguins, icebergs and glaciers. Since that first venture, the pair have visited 18 countries across seven continents. Despite the challenges international travel 44 , the good friends finished their trip without any 45 . Though they’re both independent and stubborn, they 46 each other’s feelings. And what they remember the most are the people they met. “We met some of the most wonderful, kindest, friendliest people,” Hamby said. They shared a 47 suggestion for travelers worrying about the language 48 on their own adventure. “There’s one 49 language — smiles. We found it worked wonders because we were often 50 that English was not always spoken and smiles could cover all languages,” Hamby said. They also encouraged other older people not to let age hold them back. Aside from some 51 changes in plans — like deciding not to ride a motorbike in Bali because of 52 about falling — their age didn’t 53 their itinerary (旅程) abroad. Hazelip described 81 as the 54 age to embark on a trip. “Getting older does give us a little bit of 55 in making decisions,” she said. 41. A. area B. base C. station D. stop 42. A. experienced B. unadventurous C. untrained D. curious 43. A. departed from B. passed by C. set foot on D. stayed away from 44. A. produced B. presented C. withdrew D. removed 45. A. discussion B. argument C. harmony D. agreement 46. A. opposed B. respected C. ignored D. expressed 47. A. crucial B. formal C. secondary D. casual 48. A. translator B. bridge C. barrier D. usage 49. A. official B. public C. universal D. local 50. A. ignorant B. confused C. anxious D. aware 51. A. major B. significant C. minor D. considerable 52. A. doubts B. concerns C. remarks D. indifference 53. A. benefit B. improve C. preserve D. affect 54. A. perfect B. ordinary C. extreme D. rare 55. A. foolishness B. creativity C. wisdom D. judgment 第Ⅱ卷 非选择题（共55分） 第二节 短文填空（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。 For most British people, breakfast is not a simple snack but a formal and satisfying meal. The meal 56 (consist) of three courses, among 57 a rich meat dish is a must. Traditionally, it begins with porridge, always served hot, with cold milk poured 58 (gentle) over the surface. 59 (follow) the porridge course are various salted fish and classic meat dishes. The most characteristic British salted food is the kipper, commonly grilled or lightly fried. Typical breakfast meat options include crispy bacon, pork sausages and cold ham. Once the meat course is finished, people move on to toast and hot drinks. For ordinary British citizens, tea remains the 60 (fix) breakfast choice. Coffee in local daily life rarely tastes pleasant, whether in restaurants or private homes. Most locals are 61 (interest) in coffee and lack true 62 (appreciate) for high-quality coffee. By contrast, they are extremely particular about tea. Each person sticks 63 their favorite brand and holds unique opinions on proper brewing methods. Tea is customarily mixed with milk and brewed strong, about one spoonful of tea leaves being allowed for each cup. British people generally favor India tea over Chinese Tea, 64 for the working class, sugar is a common addition. Unsweetened tea is 65 upper-class or middle-class habit. Thanks to such a hearty breakfast — locals usually consume a generous amount of food, mainly bread in the morning — it is reasonable that British lunch tends to be much lighter than those in most European countries. 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 假定你是李华，外教Peter布置了一项作业，需要学生介绍一件中国特色艺术作品（如书画、手工艺品等）。请给Peter写一封邮件，内容包括： 1. 简介你选择的艺术作品； 2. 说明理由。 注意： 1. 写作词数应为80左右； 2. 请按照下列格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Dear Peter, Yours, Li Hua 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。 A few years ago, 15-year-old Sophie and her mum Andrea were preparing for Sophie’s first night at her local Beavers club. They knew there would be someone there to teach the children first aid. But they had no idea just how soon Sophie would need her first aid skills, and what a difference it would make to both their lives. In the club, the children learned a lot of techniques like what to do if someone burns themselves and how to help someone who is unconscious without breathing. Sophie, who was quite a shy girl and didn’t get involved in new things very easily, learned carefully. But deep in her heart, there was a voice whispering, “no doubt they are useful skills, but I don’t think I’d have to use them.” But just a week later, on a quiet night which was much like any other, she was upstairs reading when she suddenly heard a loud crash from the kitchen — the sound of breaking glass. Her heart raced. She ran downstairs and found her mother lying unconscious on the floor. Broken glass and water were everywhere. Her mother was reaching for a glass of water when she collapsed. Sophie later learned it was likely a heart attack. Her father rushed in, followed by her younger brother and sister. “Mom! Mom!” the little ones cried, tears streaming down their faces. They grabbed their mother’s arm and shook it. “Don’t touch her!” Sophie said firmly. She knelt beside her mother and quickly checked for breathing. She leaned close. Nothing. No breath. No chest movement. For a moment, fear washed over her. But she took a deep breath, telling herself, “Stay calm. You know what to do.” Meanwhile, her father was already on the phone with 911, his voice shaking. Her brother and sister were wailing in panic. 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。 Sophie knew there was no time to wait. After what seemed like ages to them, the ambulance finally arrived. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $