海南省海南中学2024-2025学年高二（下）期中英语试题

2024-2025学年海南中学高二(下)期中英语试卷 一、阅读理解 1. (7分) Wild Places for Outdoor Adventures in Canada Best for geological wonders: Gros Morne Despite being home to landscapes so breathtaking, Newfoundland and Labrador remains one of Canada’s most overlooked provinces. Taking pride of place on its west coast is UNESCO-listed Gros Morne National Park. The park’s calling card is an ancient treasure — the Tablelands, a plateau pushed up by tectonic (地壳的) plate shifts and one of only a few places in the world you can walk on the earth’s mantle (地幔). Best for soft adventure: Thousand Islands One of Canada’s smallest national parks, Ontario’s Thousand Islands is located in a region of the same name, and made up of 21 islands and numerous smaller islands in the St. Lawrence River. Formed from the worn-down peaks of ancient mountains, much of it is open for camping-a popular, family-friendly option here. Best for a national park pilgrimage: Banff Canada’s first national park, Banff sits in the palm of the snow-dusted Rocky Mountains and has drawn travellers to its natural hot springs since it first opened in 1885. Those mineral baths also inspired the construction of the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, a 135-year-old, Scottish baronial-style castle. The action here centres around the skiing town of Banff, but the mountains are home to wildlife such as moose and grizzly bears. Best for wildlife: Jasper Banff’s northern, lesser-visited neighbour, Jasper, is double its size and the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies. A hiker’s region of wild peaks, it’s hard not to bump into wildlife here. Elk, big horn sheep, and wolves are abundant. Time your visit for spring or autumn when wildlife-watching is at its peak. Non-hikers can enjoy cable-rides for valley views and star-gazing at night-Jasper is the second-largest Dark Sky preserve in the world. 1. What makes Gros Morne National Park attractive geologically? ________ A. The availability of camping. B. The Tablelands, an ancient plateau. C. The presence of natural hot springs. D. Its location in Newfoundland and Labrador. 2. Where can you find a family-friendly camping option in Ontario? ________ A. In Banff National Park. B. In Jasper National Park. C. In Thousand Islands Park. D. In Gros Morne National Park. 3. What do Banff and Jasper have in common? ________ A. Their hot season is spring. B. Their hot springs attract tourists. C. They have a history of over 100 years. D. A wide range of wildlife can be found there. 2. (10分) In the heart of Yorkshire, Glen Williams’ work connects with the everyday experiences of the working class. His artistic journey began in the 1970s, shaped by the industrial landscape and the lives of those around him. Glen’s story speaks to art lovers, especially those who have walked similar paths, as he brings a deep understanding of community and resilience to his work. Growing up in a working-class family, he liked to go to school. Art was the very subject that truly excited him and he remembered searching for “any piece of paper or card” to create sculptures, often using the backs of envelopes and cardboard boxes. This resourcefulness remains with him and he continues to include abandoned materials in his art, showing his commitment to sustainability. His journey as an artist was not always easy. “I didn’t really pick up a paint brush for the next 40 years,” he revealed, as life’s responsibilities, like work and family, took over. Ultimately, he returned to painting while suffering from mental illness. Glen found it very therapeutic (有疗效的) to draw what he was experiencing. He passionately advocated for art therapy, stating, “I think there should be a lot more made of it in society,” stressing the need for creative outlets in mental health. Growing up in South Yorkshire, Glen lived in a community of miners and steelworkers. “Working-class people feature heavily throughout my work,” he noted, recalling school trips to coal mines and steel works. This rich background shapes his paintings, which often show the daily lives and struggles of these individuals. He captures their dignity and spirit, inviting viewers to connect with their stories. His recent exhibition at Huddersfield Art Gallery highlights his focus on people and community. Through his art, Glen invites viewers to reflect on their own memories and experiences, creating a connection that celebrates shared humanity. 4. What influenced Glen Williams’ artistic journey? A. Art lovers. B. Economic growth. C. His education. D. His growth background. 5. Why did Glen Williams search for “any piece of paper or card” to create sculptures? A. Because of his passion for art. B. Because of his family’s support. C. Because of its desirable features. D. Because of environmental worries. 6. Why did Glen Williams return to painting? A. To advocate art. B. To avoid responsibility. C. To pursue a dream. D. To seek mental comfort. 7. What do we know about Glen Williams’ art? A. It helps relate to the working class. B. It shows the heavy work for workers. C. It conveys his dissatisfaction with life. D. It unlocks viewers’ memories of the past. 3. (10分) In today’s world, technology plays a significant role in shaping how people approach healthy eating habits. Different countries have unique dietary traditions, and advancements in technology are helping individuals maintain these traditions while adapting to modern lifestyles. This passage explores how technology meets with healthy eating habits in various cultures. Japan is known for its balanced and nutritious diet, which includes fresh fish, rice, vegetables, and fermented (发酵) foods like miso (味噌). Technology has enhanced this tradition through apps that track nutritional intake and provide personalized meal plans. For example, many Japanese use smartphone apps to monitor their daily consumption of salt, sugar, and calories, ensuring they adhere to the recommended dietary guidelines. Additionally, selling machines and convenience stores now offer healthier options, such as low-calorie meals and snacks, thanks to advancements in food technology. Mexico faces challenges with obesity and diabetes (糖尿病), but technology is helping to promote healthier eating habits. Apps like Come Bien (Eat Well) educate users about intake control and the nutritional value of traditional foods like beans, corn, and avocados. Plus, food delivery platforms now feature “healthy menus” that highlight low-calorie options, making it easier for people to choose nutritious meals. Furthermore, the government also implemented QR codes on food packaging, allowing consumers to scan and access detailed nutritional information. Sweden is a leader in promoting sustainable and healthy eating habits. Technology has played a key role in this effort, with apps like Karma reducing food waste by connecting users with discounted meals from local restaurants. Swedes also use apps to track their intake of plant-based foods, fitting with the country’s focus on sustainability. Additionally, smart fridges equipped with cameras and inventory systems help families plan meals and reduce overeating. 8. What does the underlined phrase “adhere to” in paragraph 2 refer to? A. attend to B. contrary to C. look to D. stick to 9. How is Come Bien helping Mexico address obesity? A. By promoting traditional high-calorie dishes. B. By reducing the availability of healthy food options. C. By providing contents that instruct users about portion (份量) control. D. By finding local farmers’ markets and organic food suppliers. 10. What is one way Sweden promotes sustainable eating habits? A. By using apps to decrease food waste. B. By decreasing the role of technology. C. By increasing the use of processed foods. D. By encouraging the consumption of more meat. 11. Which of the following may be the suitable title of the passage? A. The History of Dietary Traditions in Different Countries. B. The Importance of Spices in Western and Eastern cuisine. C. Healthy Eating Habits and Technology in Different Countries. D. The Challenges of Food and Technology in Japan, Mexico and Sweden. 4. (10分) Your favourite foods might not taste the same in the future, and the climate crisis is behind it. In Spain, the black Iberian pigs, which are very important for making special ham, usually eat acorns (橡子) and surrounding grass under oak trees. However, because of heatwaves and a five-year drought, these natural foods are becoming less. So, the pigs are now fed olives, thereby changing the unique flavour of the ham. Drought also affects how fruits taste. For example, watermelons and cantaloupes (香瓜) taste different when there’s a drought. Researchers from a Spanish tech centre told a Spanish newspaper that sugars and other compounds (复合物) build up during droughts, changing the taste of food, sometimes for better, sometimes for worse. Beyond drought, rising temperatures and sea levels also influence food flavours. Typically, warm days and cool nights improve the sugar and acid content in fruits, which are essential for the optimal flavour. However, global warming makes this hard to achieve. For example, Japanese apples are becoming less acidic, softer, and drier due to early blooming and high temperatures during growth. While the food we eat is deeply influenced by the climate crisis, our food choices also cause it. Eating meat and dairy from cows has a big impact on the climate. Raising livestock (牲畜) produces a lot of greenhouse gases. Making animal protein also needs more land, energy and water than making plant-based protein. This may seem like a problem that can’t be solved, but we can break this cycle. The Good Food Institute, a US group, believes people will choose alternative protein if they are as tasty and affordable as meat. Meanwhile, more people have started to take action. According to The New York Times, Will Hlamris, a US farmer, practises regenerative (再生的) farming, allowing cows to move around freely, using less chemical use and disturbing the soil less, which is more environmentally friendly. 12. What changes the flavour of the ham? A. The harvest of acorns and the surrounding grass. B. People’s need to make the flavour special. C. The shortage of food sources and alternative feed. D. The unique compounds caused by heatwaves. 13. What does the underlined word “optimal” in Paragraph 4 mean? A. Best. B. Strange. C. Worst. D. Common. 14. According to the Good Food Institute, people will choose alternative protein if ________. A. the environment changes B. they are delicious and cheap enough C. they are cheaper than meat D. the greenhouse gases disappear 15. What’s the main idea of the text? A. Benefits of regenerative farming. B. Food production affected by climate. C. Livestock’s role in making protein. D. Climate crisis changing food taste. 二、阅读七选五 5. (12分) I learned my first poem written by John Donne at school and I still remember the whole thing today. It’s just one of many poems I’ve stored in my memory, ready to recite and enjoy whenever I please. It seems that poetry learning has gone out of fashion, but I’m still a fan because it doesn’t just breed a lifelong love of poetry. ___16___ So why not dig out a poem you love and use it to exercise your recall? Step 1. Know that poems are designed to stick in your mind. ____17____ See how they leave you with memory-arousing images, how they surprise you by breaking the rules, and how they control your senses and emotions. These are all great ways to make information more memorable. Step 2. ____18____ When you’re learning a poem, try linking the last word of one line to the first word of the next. In my John Donne’s poem, one line ends with “see”, and the next starts with “which”, so I pictured a “sea witch”. Making links like these can also help with learning names, and many other kinds of information. Step 3. Put in a performance. When you’re practising a poem, read it aloud, as dramatically and emotionally as you can.___19___ Step 4. Enjoy yourself. Learning poems gives your memory a workout, which improves your mood and gets you into good learning habits. Have fun putting rhymes into your shopping list, using rhythm to learn names, or “performing” revision notes before an exam. ___20___ And, in the process, you’ll be making your memory stronger for everything. A. Learn through links since memory relies on connections. B. It also boosts confidence and develops lasting memory skills. C. So identify the tricks poets use — rhythm, rhyme and repetition. D. Thus, short poems are good options because they are easily memorized. E. Follow these steps to appreciate poems and enjoy them wherever you are. F. MEMORY experts believe poetry learning can even cultivate an interest in study. G. Adding gestures and moving around the room can also strengthen your learning. 三、完形填空 6. (15分) When the avalanche (雪崩) hit Mount Jade, 18-year-old climber Zhang Lei found himself completely ____21____ under three meters of snow. His left leg was numb from the cold, and the oxygen mask hung ____22____ around his neck, its strap (绑带) torn by the avalanche’s force. Through the howling wind, he could ____23____ hear his teammate Wang Feng’s faint cries for help. With trembling hands, Zhang ____24____ his emergency shovel. Struggling to free his legs, he dug up ward inch by inch. After two exhausting hours, he finally ____25____ daylight filtering (滤透) through the thinning snow layer. But the real challenge was finding Wang in the ____26____ white landscape. Suddenly, a glint of red fabric caught his eye — Wang’s red ____27____, one of his mountaineering equipment! Rushing over, Zhang found his friend unconscious with a ____28____ head wound. He immediately ____29____ first-aid techniques learned in training: applying pressure to stop the bleeding, _____30_____ Wang’s body temperature with his own coat. “Hold on, buddy,” Zhang whispered, though his throat burned _____31_____ lack of water. When the rescue helicopter arrived 8 hours later, the medic stared in _____32_____ : “Most people would have given up in such conditions.” At the award ceremony, reporters asked Zhang about his bravery. He replied quietly: “Courage isn’t about being unafraid. It’s about _____33_____ hope even when every cell in your body _____34_____ to stop.” Years later, Wang often jokes: “That avalanche didn’t bury us — it _____35_____ our friendship in ice, making it unbreakable.” 21. A. dug B. buried C. sheltered D. hidden 22. A. loosely B. tightly C. carefully D. quickly 23. A. hardly B. clearly C. faintly D. easily 24. A. put away B. took out C. looked for D. threw away 25. A. heard B. saw C. touched D. reached 26. A. endless B. colorful C. beautiful D. small 27. A. cup B. shoe C. glove D. stick 28. A. slight B. serious C. minor D. common 29. A. forgot B. remembered C. applied D. learned 30. A. increasing B. decreasing C. maintaining D. measuring 31. A. because of B. instead of C. in case of D. in spite of 32. A. anger B. surprise C. sadness D. disappointment 33. A. losing B. giving up C. holding onto D. letting go 34. A. wants B. refuses C. decides D. hopes 35. A. destroyed B. damaged C. melted D. froze 四、语法填空 7. (15分) 语法填空 The Richfield Museum of Fine Art is proud ____36____ (present) our new exhibition, “From Shang to Qing: Chinese Art Through the Ages”. Join us ____37____ we explore over 3, 000 years of art from China. The highlight of this exhibition is a painting ____38____ (call) Clearing After Snow on a Mountain Pass by Tang Yin. Born during the Ming Dynasty, Tang Yin once tried to enter the civil ____39____ (serve) but failed. He then turned to painting and became one of China’s ____40____ (great) artists. His painting shows mountains and houses covered in snow, skillfully ____41____ (demonstrate) extraordinary artistry. Also on display are Shang Dynasty bronze objects. Though they ____42____ (make) by unknown artists, their craftsmanship is remarkable. Some items are ____43____ (high) regarded as part of Emperor Qianlong’s collection, ____44____ personal passion for bronzes is well-documented. Finally, Tang Dynasty Buddhist sculptures reflect influences from Indian and Central Asian art ____45____ the Silk Road. 五、书面表达 8. (15分) 46. 假设你是李华，你的加拿大笔友Tom来信询问你校“Adversity& Courage”主题活动的开展情况。请用英语写一封回信，内容包括： 1.活动目的； 2.活动内容（如励志讲座、逆境故事分享会等）； 3.活动对你的启发。 注意：1.词数80左右，开头结尾已给出； 2.可适当增加细节，使行文连贯。 Dear Tom, ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Warm regards, Li Hua 9. (25分) 47. Last weekend, a group of high-school students, including Tom, Sarah, and their friends, participated in an environmental protection activity at a nearby river. The activity was organized by their school’s environmental club to raise awareness about water pollution and encourage people to take action to protect the river. When they arrived at the riverbank, they were shocked by what they saw. The river was filled with all kinds of garbage, from plastic bottles to old tires. The water was dark and smelly, and there were hardly any signs of aquatic life. Tom frowned and said, “This is even worse than we thought. We really need to do something to save this river.” The students immediately got to work. They divided themselves into groups. One group started to pick up the garbage along the riverbank, using long-handled tools to reach the trash floating in the water. Another group went around to the nearby factories and shops, distributing brochures about environmental protection and explaining the importance of not polluting the river. Sarah was in charge of taking pictures and recording videos to document the situation and their efforts. As they were working, a middle-aged man walked by. He looked at the students with curiosity and asked, “What are you kids doing?” Tom stepped forward and replied, “Sir, we’re trying to clean up this river. It’s in a really bad state, and we want to make people aware of the problem.” The man nodded, but then he said, “Do you really think a few kids like you can make a difference? This pollution has been going on for years.” Tom was a bit discouraged by his words, but he still firmly said, “We have to try. Every little bit helps, right?” The man just shrugged and walked away. After a long day of hard work, the riverbank looked much cleaner. However, they knew that this was just a small step, and there was still a long way to go to fully restore the river’s health... 注意： (1)所续写短文的词数应为150左右； 2.续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好。 Paragraph 1: That night, Tom couldn’t fall asleep. He kept thinking about the man’s words and the current situation of the river. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Paragraph 2: A few weeks later, the students organized a follow-up activity. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2024-2025学年海南中学高二(下)期中英语试卷 一、阅读理解 1. (7分) 【1~3题答案】 【答案】1. B 2. C 3. D 2. (10分) 【4~7题答案】 【答案】4. D 5. A 6. D 7. A 3. (10分) 【8~11题答案】 【答案】8. D 9. C 10. A 11. C 4. (10分) 【12~15题答案】 【答案】12. C 13. A 14. B 15. D 二、阅读七选五 5. (12分) 【16~20题答案】 【答案】16. B 17. C 18. A 19. G 20. E 三、完形填空 6. (15分) 【21~35题答案】 【答案】21. B 22. A 23. C 24. B 25. B 26. A 27. C 28. B 29. C 30. C 31. A 32. B 33. C 34. A 35. D 四、语法填空 7. (15分) 【36~45题答案】 【答案】36. to present 37. as##when 38. called 39. service 40. greatest 41. demonstrating 42. were made 43. highly 44. whose 45. along##through 五、书面表达 8. (15分) 【46题答案】 【答案】Dear Tom, I’m delighted to tell you about the “Adversity & Courage” activities at our school. The aim is to help us better handle challenges and develop a strong will. We held inspiring lectures where experts shared strategies for overcoming hardships. There were also sessions for students to exchange their own adversity-beating stories. These activities opened my eyes. I now realize that with courage, we can turn any obstacle into an opportunity. Warm regards, Li Hua 9. (25分) 【47题答案】 【答案】One possible version: That night, Tom couldn’t fall asleep. He kept thinking about the man’s words and the current situation of the river. Suddenly, an idea struck him. He decided to create an online platform to raise more awareness about the river’s pollution problem. The next day, he shared his idea with Sarah and their friends. Everyone was excited about it and started to contribute. They collected more data about the river’ pollution. They also uploaded all the pictures and videos Sarah had taken during the activity. Soon, their online platform attracted a lot of attention, with many people expressing their support. A few weeks later, the students organized a follow-up activity. This time, more people joined them, including some of the factory owners who had received their brochures before. The man who had doubted them also showed up. He walked up to Tom and said, “I was wrong. You kids have really made a difference.” With more hands on deck, they not only cleaned the riverbank again but also started a tree-planting project along the river. The river was gradually showing signs of recovery, and the students knew that their continuous efforts were paying off. 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $