贵州黔东南2025-2026学年度第二学期期末考试高二英语试题

2025—2026学年度第二学期期末学业水平测试 高二英语试卷 (本试卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟) 注意事项： 1．答题前，考生务必将自己的准考证号、姓名填写在答题卡上。考生要认真核对答题卡上粘贴的条形码中“准考证号、姓名、考试科目”与考生本人准考证号、姓名是否一致。 2．答选择题时，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑，如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其它答案标号。答非选择题，请用黑色墨水签字笔在答题卡上书写作答，在试题卷上作答，答案无效。 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. What surprised the woman about the painting? A. Its color. B. Its size. C. Its price. 2. Where will the woman eat lunch today? A. At home. B. In a café. C. In the office. 3. What are the speakers talking about? A. A boat. B. A river. C. A TV show. 4. What will the speakers do tonight? A. Make a guest list. B. Send invitations. C. Book a restaurant. 5. How does the man sound? A. Sorry. B. Excited. C. Angry. 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. How does the boy get the money for the trip? A. He got it from the woman. B. He did a part-time job. C. He sold his clothes. 7. What does the boy need the woman to do? A. Pack his bag. B. Take him to the mall. C. Give him her permission. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. Where are the speakers probably? A. In the office. B. At home. C. In the clothing shop. 9. What color dress will the woman wear for the lunch? A. White. B. Black. C. Orange. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10. What are the speakers doing? A. Checking in at a hotel. B. Reading a magazine. C. Looking at an app. 11. What is true about the second hotel? A. It has better reviews. B. It is farther but cheaper. C. It’s near all the main attractions. 12. How much will the speakers pay for two nights at the central hotel? A. £100. B. £200. C. £400. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。 13. What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A. Strangers. B. Co-workers. C. Former classmates. 14. What is the party celebrating? A. Maria’s new book’s publishing. B. Maria’s graduation. C. Maria’s new job. 15. What does the woman like best about her current job? A. Her co-workers. B. Her job content. C. Her office. 16. What subject does the woman probably write about now? A. Home decoration. B. Gardening. C. Teenage problems. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. When did the most recent earthquake take place? A. In the morning. B. In the afternoon. C. In the evening. 18. Why didn’t people take the alarms seriously? A. The government said it was just a practice alarm. B. They had already heard earthquake alarms that day. C. There had always been small earthquakes in the area. 19. When did the second earthquake happen? A. In 1985. B. In 2011. C. In 2017. 20. What warning have the natural disaster experts. given? A. That the earthquake could cause huge waves in coastal areas. B. That earthquakes will probably happen on the same date. C. That power cuts are likely to last for several weeks. 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 The John Moores Painting Prize History & Reputation in the UK Established in 1957, the John Moores Painting Prize is a famous competition in the UK. Over 67 years, it has held a leading position in British art, with the first prize regarded as the highest honour in national painting competitions. Winning-works-are exhibited at the Walker Art Gallery, part of National Museums Liverpool, during the Liverpool Biennial. Judging, Principles & Impact The competition is judged only on the quality of submitted works, with anonymity strictly maintained throughout. In the 1960s and 70s, despite challenges from new media art, the unique status of prize remained unchallenged. Classic works acquired by the Walker Art Gallery — such as those by William Scott, Roger Hilton, and later John Hoyland — built its reputation as a representative institution for post-war British art Introduction to China & Achievements Since 2010, the John Moores Painting Prize (China) has followed the same operational principles: three British and two Chinese judges, anonymous evaluation, and awards including one first prize and four excellence awards each edition. By 2022, seven successful editions have been held across China, attracting tens of thousands of entries and gaining high recognition from collectors, institutions, and the art community. Latest Developments (Ink Award & UK-China Exchange) Starting from the latest edition, the prize introduced a Contemporary Ink Painting Award to enhance cultural exchange between China and the UK. The six winning works — including one ink award — will be exhibited in Shanghai and Qingdao. Their works, alongside those of British winners, will be shown at National Museums Liverpool during the Liverpool Biennial, setting new standards for contemporary art exchange between the two countries. 21. Where are winning works put on show in the UK? A. In Shanghai and Qingdao. B. At the Walker Art Gallery. C. At local museums. D. At the British Museum. 22. What do we know about the John Moores Painting Prize in China? A. It needs more support. B. It slows down greatly. C. It enjoys great popularity. D. It faces fierce competition. 23. What is the purpose of adding the Contemporary Ink Painting Award? A. To strengthen cultural ties. B. To collect more classic artworks. C. To attract more professional judges. D. To set new standards for art exchange. B Fred Banting was never a top student during his school days. Raised on a farm in Ontario, Canada, she struggled with study and had to retake some exams to graduate, making an academic future seem impossible. After graduation, he first planned to be a minister but failed, then turned to medicine. World War I arrived, and the great need for field medics facilitated the early graduation of many doctors, including Banting. Back home after the war, he opened a clinic yet barely got patients; his first consultation earned only four dollars. With plenty of spare time, he often read medical papers. He was deeply brokenhearted by a neighbor’s child dying of diabetes (糖尿病) from the paper one day, so he determined to seek a cure for the disease. Banting asked Dr. Macleod for a lab but was refused at first. Through continuous efforts, he got a shabby lab and a young assistant Charles Best in 1920. Lacking funding and experimental animals, they used leftover lab creatures and Banting even sold his car to fund tests. After countless failed trials, they invented insulin (胰岛素) and tested it on themselves to guarantee safety before human trials. In 1921, a dying teen patient recovered greatly after receiving the treatment. Due to his great contributions, in 1923, the Nobel Prize in medicine was awarded jointly to Fred Banting and Dr. Macleod. In keeping with his character, Fred gave half of his $20,000 prize money to his assistant and friend, Charles Best, Fred then put his share of the money right back into research. Fred could have made himself a millionaire with his discovery. Instead, he sold his patent for the production of Insulin to the University of Toronto — for one dollar — so that the drug could be marketed cheaply and thousands of lives could be saved and improved. Since 1922, millions of lives worldwide have been saved by insulin, and because of Fred, diabetics are able to live normal lives. Fred was just an ordinary man in many respects, but he was a man with a vision and the stubborn will to pursue his goal. He had the heart of a true Canadian hero. 24. What inspired Banting to research diabetes? A. His failure to become a minister. B. The low income from his clinic. C. His experience in World War I. D. The death of a neighbor’s child. 25. What is paragraph 3 mainly about? A. The steps of making insulin. B. The reason why Banting sold his car. C. The challenges Banting faced in his research. D. The process of Banting winning the Nobel Prize. 26. What can we learn about the patent of insulin? A. Banting gave it to his assistant. B. It made Banting a millionaire. C. Macleod took charge of it. D. It was sold for human welfare. 27. Which of the following best describes Banting? A. Wealthy and generous. B. Determined and selfless. C. Ambitious and proud. D. Lucky and intelligent. C In an era characterized by burnout and endless online scrolling, a therapeutic alternative is hanging on a gallery wall. According to a recent study, when volunteers stood before Van Gogh’s Self-Portrait With Bandaged Ear and Gauguin’s Te Rerioa at a gallery in London their stress levels dropped compared with those viewing reproductions. It is suggested that original art is a medicine that one can view rather than swallow. It is well known that art can lift spirits. But that it calms the body is novel. The study by King’s College London asked participants to look at masterpiece by 19th-century post-impressionists while strapped to sensors. Half of the group saw the originals in the gallery; half viewed copies in a lab. The results were clear: going to art galleries is good for you — relieving stress and cutting heart disease risk, as well as boosting the immune system. Earlier this summer, a team of Cambridge psychologists conducted a similar project and the result showed how appreciating artistic beauty helps us escape the “mental traps of daily life”. Last year, a research found that taking part in creative activities improves physical and mental health and brings economic benefits — estimated to be an average of £1,000 per person a year, as a result of improved work productivity. “When you experience an artwork, you don’t just see it, but you feel it,” art historian Katy Hessel writes. “The best thing we can do is to take time with it.” Galleries are quiet, thoughtful places. We stop scrolling and start really looking. Deeply engaging with a work of art enables “psychological distancing” — seeing the bigger picture. As Iris Murdoch wrote, “Great art is liberating, it enables us to see and take pleasure in what is not ourselves.” We are advised to exercise and eat healthily. Will doctors soon tell us to visit a local gallery? With fewer visitors and funding crises, these studies give another reason for more investment in the creative sector. Art is important not only to the nation’s economy, but to its health. You can’t argue with the science. 28. What’s the novel finding of King’s College London study about original art? A. It can boost confidence. B. It can improve overall health. C. It can cure various diseases. D. It can relieve pain. 29. How is paragraph 3 developed? A. By citing examples. B. By telling stories. C. By describing a process. D. By illustrating effectiveness. 30. What does the underlined phrase “psychological distancing” refer to in paragraph 4? A. Feeling separated from others. B. Having difficulty understanding art. C. Viewing life from a broader perspective. D. Forgetting the artist’s intention. 31. What is highlighted in the last paragraph? A. Offer more funding to creative industry. B. Conduct further research on art. C. Combine exercise with art appreciation. D. Build more galleries across the country. D India is experiencing an extreme heatwave. Real-time data shows that 98 of the world’s 100 hottest cities are in India. This is not just due to its tropical location, but a combination of geography, rapid city growth, and climate change, which has turned the country into a “heat trap.” Geographically, most of India lies in tropical zones, where temperatures rise before the rainy season. However, this year a long-lasting “heat dome” — a still high-pressure system — traps hot air over the land, stopping it from escaping. This creates a cycle: trapped heat warms the land which further heats the air, pushing temperatures above 45°C. Unplanned city development makes things worse. Cities are covered in concrete, roads, and glass, which absorb far more heat than natural landscapes. Waste heat from vehicles and air conditioners adds extra warmth. As a result, city centers become “heat islands,” 3 to 5 degrees hotter than rural areas, The loss of trees and air pollution also play a role: pollution traps heat near the surface, keeping cities hot longer. The human cost is huge. Agriculture, employing nearly half of India’s workers, is collapsing. Crops are burned, causing farmer suicides and rising food prices. Public health systems are unable to handle the rise in heat-related illnesses. The elderly, children, poor workers, and slum residents are hardest hit. Daily wageworkers face a cruel choice: risk death in the heat or lose their only income. This crisis is a clear warning. It shows how climate change, combined with poorly planned development, can turn a seasonal pattern into a public health emergency. Solutions require long-term investments in renewable energy and sustainable planning, as well as immediate measures like cooling center sand work-hour rules. The extreme heat wave is not just India’s problem — it is a global one which needs the global attention. Ignoring this warning will turn “never seen before” into “the new normal”. 32. What is the main cause of the heat dome? A. A motionless high-pressure system. B. The loss of trees and green cover. C. Pollution from vehicles and factories. D. Tropical location of India. 33. What can be inferred about the heat island effect? A. It mainly happens in rural areas. B. It results from natural landscapes. C. It raises city temperatures significantly. D. It makes cities cooler than the countryside. 34. What is the author’s attitude towards the heatwave crisis? A. Concerned. B. Doubtful. C. Dismissive. D. Optimistic. 35. What is the best title for the text? A. Causes and Effects of India’s Heatwave B. A Global Warning from India’s Heatwave C. Human Losses from India’s Heatwave D. Solutions to Extreme Heat across the World 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 Shower Safely in Summer As summer heat and humidity rise, taking a shower becomes a daily routine for many. 36 Improper showering habits can trigger blood pressure swings, heart rhythm problems, and even fainting. Here are several common mistakes to avoid during the hot months. ● Watch the timing. Taking a shower immediately after sweating, exercising, or drinking alcohol puts extra pressure on your heart and brain. For instance, when you are sweating, your small blood vessels (血管) near the skin get wider. 37 Also, showering right after a meal affects blood flow to the heart, while doing so on an empty stomach may lead to low blood sugar and dizziness. Experts suggest waiting at least an hour after eating. ● 38 Water that is too hot widens blood vessels too much, putting a strain on the heart. Cold water, by contrast, narrows vessels and raises blood pressure. The ideal shower temperature should be between 35°C and 40°C, close to your body temperature. ● Limit the duration and posture Long showers redirect blood flow away from vital organs causing dizziness. Moreover, standing for too long causes leg blood vessels to expand reducing blood flow to the brain. This can make you feel lightheaded or even result in a fall. 39 ● Keep the air flowing and avoid the “cool-down” trap Many people keep the bathroom sealed, leading to low oxygen levels which increase the risk of heart problems. 40 After bathing, your pores (毛孔) are open. Suddenly exposing yourself to cold air or water can cause rapid vessel narrowing, potentially triggering sudden death. Always dry off and let your body temperature normalize before turning on the air conditioner. A. Mind the water temperature B. A non-slip bath stool is recommended C. Yet this common habit has hidden risks D. Avoid sudden changes in body temperature E. Therefore, use an exhaust fan to keep the air circulating F. Taking a cold shower is the best way to cool down quickly G. Taking a cool shower at this moment will suddenly narrow blood vessels 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四个选项中选出最佳选项。 During a deadly shooting at a Hanukkah celebration on Sydney’s Bondi Beach, a bystander’s exceptional courage played a vital role in saving lives. The man, subsequently 41 as 43-year-old Ahmed, confronted (对峙) one of the gunmen while unarmed and successfully wrested (抢夺) the gun from him. Video record shows Ahmed 42 to the attacker, bringing him to the ground, and secured the weapon, thus thereby temporarily stopped the 43 . He then directed the gun towards the attacker and raised his hand to prove he was not 44 the attack. Ahmed, a fruit shop owner and father of two, 45 gunshot injuries to his arm and hand. He is now 46 in hospital after surgery. His cousin called him a “hero,” noting the great courage 47 to act in such danger. Authorities reported that the shooting 48 at least 16 people and wounded dozens more. It was a deliberate 49 on the Jewish community. The attackers — a father and son — were subsequently identified. The father was shot dead at the scene, and the son was in 50 condition in hospital. Political leaders, including the Australian Prime Minister and US President Donald Trump, publicly 51 Ahmed’s bravery. They highlighted the life-saving impact of his actions and celebrated his 52 . Through his true heroism, Ahmed 53 how individual courage can deeply affect outcomes in crises. His firm action not only 54 further tragedy but also inspired communities worldwide, showing the power of 55 in the face of violence. 41. A. elected B. known C. identified D. classified 42. A. led B. travelled C. walked D. advanced 43. A. threat B. harm C. behaviour D. risk 44. A. stuck in B. buried in C. involved in D. trapped in 45. A. suffered B. caused C. treated D. avoided 46. A. resting B. sleeping C. waiting D. recovering 47. A. rewarded B. requested C. refused D. required 48. A. killed B. hurt C. injured D. damaged 49. A. crime B. attack C. warn D. conflict 50. A. comfortable B. good C. critical D. perfect 51. A. criticized B. praised C. questioned D. appreciated 52. A. courage B. kindness C. selflessness D. honesty 53. A. displayed B. shared C. doubted D. wondered 54. A. caused B. prevented C. witnessed D. confirmed 55. A. gratitude B. generosity C. bravery D. admiration 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。 China’s ancient poets, including the Tang dynasty’s Li Bai and the Song dynasty’s Su Shi, are making a(n) 56 (expect) comeback on Chinese music platforms. On mainstream apps like NetEase Music and Tencent Music, famous ancient poets are listed as official artists with exclusive profile pages, just like modern musicians, 57 (draw) massive numbers of young followers. This trend recently went viral online. Music platforms have started crediting ancient poets as the original authors of lyrics in modern adapted songs, making 58 (they) look like active and productive digital songwriters. A typical example is Su Shi, 59 classic ci poem “Prelude to Water Melody: When Will the Moon Be Clear and Bright?” has been adapted into the hit song “Wishing We Last Forever” by Faye Wong. Modern adaptations 60 (see) as a perfect way to restore their original musical charm. Young citizens interact with the poets in a playful way. Funny comments joke that Su Shi “registered a music account via 61 ancient network cable”, referencing his experience of drying fishing nets inexile (流亡). Su Shi wins great popularity among youngsters 62 (large) for his optimistic attitude — he cherished small joys in daily life despite lifelong political setbacks. Besides Su Shi, Tang poets Li Bai and Bai Juyi also gain huge fame. As the golden age of Chinese poetry, the Tang dynasty features 63 (structure), vivid poems covering nature, friendship and life’s impermanence. Young people show their admiration by writing classical Chinese lyrics and leaving messages on poet 64 (account), turning ancient literary masters into beloved online celebrities and connecting ancient culture 65 modern youth life. 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Chris想了解上个月你校举办的艺术美食节活动。请给Chris写一封邮件。内容包括： （1）艺术美食节举办的目的、意义； （2）艺术美食节的具体活动。 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。 Dear Chris, 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。 My parents’ golden wedding anniversary party was held on a warm weekend. Soft waltz music filled the hall. Watching my aging parents chatting and laughing, memories of dancing with my dad flooded back. I remember a time when I was almost three and my father came home from work, swooped me into his arms and began to dance me around the table.” She’s just caught the rhythm of the dance! Dinner can wait!” he said. That night, he taught me to polka, waltz and foxtrot while dinner waited. We danced through the years. When I was five, my father taught me to “Beer Barrel Polka” Later we won a dance contest. Then we learned to jitterbug at the USO place downtown. One night when I was fifteen, lost in some painful adolescent mood, my father put on a stack of records and teased me to dance with him. I turned away. He put his hand on my shoulder and I jumped out of the chair, screaming, “Don’t touch me! I am sick and tired of dancing with you!” I ran to my room sobbing. We did not dance together after that night. My father waited up for me after dances, sitting in his favorite chair. Sometimes he would be asleep when I came in. “If you were so tired, you should have gone to bed,” I said. “No, no,” he’d say. “I was just waiting for you.” When my father retired, we mended our way back together again. But my father did not ask me to dance. He danced with the grandchildren. Sometimes my heart ached to have him say those words to me. But I knew my father was waiting for an apology from me, and I could never find the right words. As the time for my parents’ fiftieth anniversary approached, my brothers and I met to plan the party. My older brother said, “Do you remember that night you wouldn’t dance with him? I’ll bet you haven’t danced with him since.” I did not tell him he was right. 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。 When the band began to play the “Beer Barrel Polka,” I knew it was time. As the music faded away, I hugged my father tightly. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $