北京平谷区2025-2026学年度第二学期期末高二英语试卷

2025—2026学年度第二学期期末试卷 高 二 英 语 2026. 7 第一部分 知识运用（共两节，30分） 第一节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，共15分） 阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳 选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 Right after graduating from college, a young woman named Jane decided to start a community garden, aiming to ____1____ both the local environment and the sense of togetherness in her neighborhood. She ____2____ a vacant place that was filled with trash and had been neglected for years. With a vision to transform it into a lively space, she ____3____ her idea to the local council. After getting the ____4____, Jane gathered her neighbors to clean up the place. They worked for weeks, removing rubbish, improving the soil, and finally planting seeds. The garden started to take ____5____, and everyone’s efforts were visible as green shoots came out from the ground. The project was not without its challenges. They faced issues with water supply and had to ____6____ a distribution system. There were also disagreements among the volunteers about which plants should be given priority — some wanted more vegetables, others preferred flowers. However, with Jane’s leadership and negotiation skills, the group found ____7____ ground. As the garden flourished, it became a centre for the community. People of all ages would come to tend the plants, share gardening tips and enjoy the beauty of nature. Jane’s initiative had not only ____8____ the appearance of the neighborhood but also its spirit, bringing neighbors closer together. The garden was a proof to the potential that one person’s initiative can have a significant impact. It was a ____9____ reminder of the power of community and the ____10____ of working together towards a common goal. 1. A. enhance B. reduce C. create D. destroy 2. A. missed B. avoided C. ignored D. identified 3. A. returned B. applied C. presented D. revised 4. A. funds B. approval C. equipment D. tools 5. A. shape B. place C. charge D. effect 6. A. figure out B. set out C. turn out D. put out 7. A. solid B. neutral C. common D. different 8. A. compromised B. weakened C. maintained D. transformed 9. A. complex B. constant C. slight D. sensitive 10. A. difficulty B. discomfort C. possibility D. importance 第二节（共10小题；每小题1. 5分，共15分） 阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写一个适当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。请在答题卡指定区域作答。 A 阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写一个适当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。 Tea culture has a long and profound history in China and it has been loved by people for thousands of years. Last summer, I ____11____ (visit) a tea garden with my grandma who is a tea lover. She told me that tea leaves ____12____ (pick) early in the morning to keep their fresh taste. I listened carefully to every word she said and found it amazing that a simple green leaf could bring so much ____13____ (warm) and joy to people all over the world. B 阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写一个适当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。 Leo is a kind-hearted teenager who devotes most of his spare time to community volunteer work. Last Sunday morning, he went to a nearby old people’s home, ____14____ many warm-hearted volunteers gathered together to help the elderly in need. He tried his best ____15____ (cheer) up the lonely seniors by singing old songs and sharing interesting stories with them. People ____16____ (live) in the neighborhood all speak highly of his kindness and positive attitude towards life. C 阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写一个适当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。 Athletes are not only competitors, but good friends — that’s a main attraction of the Olympics. That’s why athletes send best wishes to their competitors, even if they have lost. The hugs ____17____ (receive) from other competitors are always remembered at the Games because the true Olympic spirit goes ____18____ victory and national boundaries. Winning a medal is ____19____ (definite) important, but one needs a golden heart to cope with all the difficulties on the field and still congratulate their competitors. That’s ____20____ makes the Olympics attractive. 第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，38分） 第一节（共14小题；每小题2分，共28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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 A Volunteer Fundraising Director Wanted Children Across America is a nonprofit organization in the United States. It provides free STEM and literacy programs for children from low-income families, helping them receive better and more equal education opportunities. Recently, the organization is looking for two volunteer fundraising directors to support its meaningful work. The position is completely remote, but volunteers must be based in the United States. Job Information This role requires a monthly time commitment of 15 to 20 hours and is a long-term position. Volunteers will take part in online fundraising, communicate with potential donors, plan charity events and carry out digital promotion. The organization mainly serves children in Milford, Blackstone Valley and the South Shore areas, many of whom are first-generation Americans from underprivileged backgrounds. Requirements Applicants must be at least 18 years old and pass a strict background check. They should be self-starters with strong leadership and basic experience in fundraising or event planning. Benefits and Contact Volunteers can receive academic credit for their work. If you are interested in helping children in need and making a difference to education equality, please call 508-933-8915 or email info@childrenacrossamerica.org for more information. 21. What can we learn about Children Across America from the text? A. It asks volunteers to work on-site in the US. B. It offers free educational support to poor children. C. It provides programs for children to make money. D. It focuses mainly on sports programs for American kids. 22. Which is a necessary requirement for the applicants? A. Living in Milford permanently. B. Working 15-20 hours a week. C. Passing a strict background check. D. Owning a college degree in education. 23. What is the main purpose of the text? A. To introduce free educational programs for kids. B. To advertise upcoming charity events for children. C. To present the development history of an organization. D. To recruit volunteer fundraising directors for an organization. B Many of us enter a new year feeling we must improve. We set big goals, make long to-do lists, and promise ourselves we will never waste time again. But this way of thinking often leaves us feeling stressed, guilty, and never good enough. This year, psychologists and life coaches are suggesting a different path. Do less, but do what matters. Dr. Lynn Barrett, a professor of positive psychology, says our brains are not built for constant busyness. When we try to do too many things at once, we lose focus, feel tired, and rarely enjoy any of it. Success is not about how much you finish. It is about how much you care about what you do. A 2025 study by the University of California found that people who limited their yearly goals to two or fewer felt more satisfied and accomplished than those who set five or more. The more goals people had, the more likely they were to give up halfway. So what does doing less look like in real life? For some, it means saying no to extra projects at work that do not excite them. For students, it might mean choosing to study two subjects deeply instead of rushing through five. For others, it is simply allowing themselves to rest without feeling guilty. Jesse, 28, a teacher in Chicago, tried this idea last year. She used to join every club, coach every team, and take extra classes. She was always busy, but she never felt happy. This year, she only stayed in the reading club and spent more time walking her dog. She feels calmer, and she is a better teacher because of it. The key, experts say, is to ask yourself one simple question before saying yes to anything. Does this make my life better, or just busier? If the answer is just busier, it is okay to say no. You do not have to do everything to be successful. Sometimes, doing less is the bravest and wisest choice you can make. 24. What did the 2025 study by the University of California find? A. Giving up goals means failure in life. B. More goals bring greater satisfaction. C. Busy people are healthier and happier. D. People with fewer goals felt more content. 25. After doing less, Jesse felt ________. A. relaxed B. confused C. ambitious D. guilty 26. What is the key advice given by experts? A. To set as many yearly goals as possible. B. To accept all extra work projects actively. C. To judge if it improves life before agreeing. D. To keep working to achieve personal success. 27. What can we learn from the text? A. People should set plenty of life goals. B. Constant busyness leads to greater success. C. People should make full use of every minute. D. Doing less things helps people live better. C Cassowaries are large flightless birds native to the rainforests and mountain ranges of Australia and Papua New Guinea. They are among the heaviest living birds on Earth and can weigh more than 140 pounds, with strong legs and long dagger-like claws that make them one of the most powerful and dangerous birds in the world. For a long time, scientists have been puzzled by the bony, helmet-like structures on their heads called casques. The real function of these structures has remained unclear, with different guesses including protection, heat control, sound making and visual communication. A new study published in Scientific Reports has revealed an amazing secret that cassowary casques glow brightly under ultraviolet light. The research was led by anatomist and paleontologist Todd Green. His team found that the keratin, a protein also found in human hair and skin, covering the casques can absorb UV light and re-emit it as visible blue-green light. This kind of fluorescence (荧光) is different from the light produced by fireflies, which can create light on their own through chemical reactions inside their bodies. The researchers tested more than 40 museum specimens, some over 100 years old, and several live cassowaries in conservation centers. They discovered that different species have clearly different glowing patterns. Southern and northern cassowaries show bright fluorescence on different parts of their casques, while dwarf cassowaries do not glow at all. Since most birds can see ultraviolet light that is invisible to human eyes, scientists believe the glowing casques act as important visual signals in the dark rainforest environment. This new finding supports the idea that casques mainly work for communication and species recognition instead of defense, as the casque structure is surprisingly fragile and not fit for fighting off enemies. The special glow also provides a simple and effective way for researchers to identify different cassowary species quickly and accurately, which is highly helpful for both scientific studies and wildlife protection. It once again shows that even animals we think we know well still hold many unexpected and amazing secrets waiting to be discovered by curious and careful researchers. 28. What do we know about cassowaries from Paragraph 1? A. Their weight is heavier than other wild birds. B. Their head casques have confirmed practical uses. C. They own powerful claws that bring potential danger. D. They mainly live in dry plains and mountain areas in Australia. 29. According to the passage, how do cassowaries produce the glowing light? A. Absorb and re-emit ultraviolet light. B. Create light via internal chemical reactions. C. Show different glowing patterns on casques. D. Send visual signals under dark rainforest cover. 30. What can we learn about cassowaries’ glowing casques from the last two paragraphs? A. It helps researchers distinguish cassowary species easily. B. The casque is tough enough to defend against enemies. C. All three cassowary species have glowing casques. D. Humans can see the UV glow of casques directly. D In every generation, societal norms shift subtly — or sometimes dramatically —reflecting changing values, technology, and cultural influences. Generation Z, those born roughly between 1997 and 2012, is redefining these norms in ways that were almost unthinkable a decade ago. From the way they communicate to how they work, consume, and express themselves, Gen Z is challenging conventions and rewriting the rules of everyday life, often with a blend of pragmatism, social consciousness, and digital fluency. However, the latest trend among this generation, known for its progressive views, is beyond expectations: they are embracing traditional values and lifestyles once seen as relics of the past. The trad (short for traditionalist) movement has occupied a large space in Gen Z culture. For Gen Z, trad refers to a shift toward traditional norms and aesthetics, manifesting in several ways. Younger adults are abandoning the typical work-and-party lifestyle for domestic pastimes like baking, sewing and gardening. Modest fashion, including corseted dresses and hair bows, is making a comeback. Many also accept traditional gender roles, sharing homemaking dynamics on social media. Going trad is not a one-size-fits-all concept. For some, it is a nostalgic return to simpler times; for others, it is merely an aesthetic choice. What is certain is that the play-hard-work-harder lifestyle cherished by older generations is being replaced by a more balanced way of living. The rise of the trad trend results from several factors. First, it roots in the cottagecore movement, which gained widespread popularity amid people’s longing for a slower pace of life. Burdened by fast-paced urban routines, many sought emotional comfort in a gentle pastoral lifestyle, and this kind of escape from hectic modern life gradually developed into a lasting lifestyle choice. Second, it is a reaction to modern burnout. Gen Z grows up in a world full of anxiety and uncertainty, and traditional structures offer them stability and purpose. Unlike Millennials who rebelled against structure, Gen Z rebels against chaos by turning to the past. Third, social media plays a crucial role in promoting the trend. Influencers with vintage styles or homemaking content have gained millions of followers. Critics argue the trend romanticizes oppressive gender roles and makes traditional values performative, while supporters believe it can be empowering when chosen freely and can coexist with progressive beliefs. The long-term impact of Gen Z’s turn to traditionalism remains uncertain. It may start a larger cultural shift, reshaping domesticity, community and even politics. Whatever it is, Gen Z’s interest in traditional values reflects their search for something enduring in an age of change. 31. What does the word “manifesting” underlined in Paragraph 2 most probably mean? A. Providing. B. Revealing. C. Changing. D. Reminding. 32. Which of the following statements about Gen Z’s “going trad” is correct? A. They give up domestic activities such as baking and gardening. B. They prefer casual dating to long-term committed relationships. C. They wear popular clothes including corseted dresses and hair bows. D. They are replacing the play-hard-work-harder lifestyle with a balanced one. 33. What can be inferred from Paragraph 4? A. Millennials were satisfied with the structure of modern society. B. Gen Z’s turn to traditionalism is a way to escape modern chaos. C. Gen Z and Millennials share the same attitude towards tradition. D. Modern society has brought Gen Z a sense of stability and purpose. 34. What is the main idea of the passage? A. Different forms of the trad trend. B. Generations’ attitudes toward social rules. C. Gen Z’s trad trend, its causes and cultural influences. D. Mixed opinions about the popular trad trend of Gen Z. 第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，共10分） 根据短文内容，从短文后的七个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。 学校自主命题部分 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 第三部 分书面表达（共两节，32分） 第一节（共4小题，第40、41题各2分，第42题3分，第43题5分，共12分） 阅读下面短文，根据题目要求用英文回答问题。请在答题卡指定区域作答。 In daily life, many teenagers prefer instant pleasure rather than long-term rewards. They tend to spend hours scrolling through short videos, playing online games or buying fancy things without hesitation, even though they know these behaviors will distract them from schoolwork and self-improvement. This typical attitude is called a lack of delayed gratification. Delayed gratification refers to the ability to resist the temptation of immediate satisfaction and wait for more valuable future rewards. Researchers have found that teenagers with this ability usually perform better in study, manage time wisely and maintain better interpersonal relationships. They are more likely to stick to long-term goals, such as improving their English or developing a lifelong hobby. However, modern digital life makes it harder for teenagers to practice self-control. Online entertainment is designed to offer quick excitement, which easily traps teenagers in a cycle of instant enjoyment. Once they get used to getting pleasure right away, they will become impatient and unwilling to make continuous efforts for future achievements. To build the ability of delayed gratification, students are advised to set clear small goals every week. When they feel the urge to enjoy instant pleasure, they can pause for ten minutes and think about their long-term dreams. Gradually, they will form a good habit of making rational choices instead of following temporary desires blindly. 35. What is delayed gratification according to the passage? ________________________________________________________________________________ 36. What negative influence will the habit of instant pleasure bring to teenagers? ________________________________________________________________________________ 37. Please decide which part is false in the following statement, then underline it and explain why. ➤ Modern digital life makes it much easier for teenagers to develop self-control. ________________________________________________________________________________ 38. What will you do to improve your ability of delayed gratification? (In about 40 words) ________________________________________________________________________________ 第二节（20分） 39. 假设你是红星中学高二学生李华。你的外国好友Jim准备给其校刊投稿，主题为“当中国文化遇上人工智能”（When Chinese Culture Meets AI），发来邮件询问你的建议。请你用英文给他回复，内容包括： 1. 建议投稿内容； 2. 就以上建议简要说明理由。 注意：1. 词数100左右； 2. 开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。 Dear Jim, ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua （请务必将书面表达写在答题卡指定区域内） 2025—2026学年度第二学期期末试卷 高 二 英 语 2026. 7 第一部分 知识运用（共两节，30分） 第一节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，共15分） 阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳 选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 【1~10题答案】 【答案】1. A 2. D 3. C 4. B 5. A 6. A 7. C 8. D 9. B 10. D 第二节（共10小题；每小题1. 5分，共15分） 阅读下列短文，根据短文内容填空。在未给提示词的空白处仅填写一个适当的单词，在给出提示词的空白处用括号内所给词的正确形式填空。请在答题卡指定区域作答。 A 【11~13题答案】 【答案】11. visited 12. are picked 13. warmth B 【14~16题答案】 【答案】14. where 15. to cheer 16. living C 【17~20题答案】 【答案】17. received 18. beyond 19. definitely 20. what 第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，38分） 第一节（共14小题；每小题2分，共28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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 A 【21~23题答案】 【答案】21. B 22. C 23. D B 【24~27题答案】 【答案】24. D 25. A 26. C 27. D C 【28~30题答案】 【答案】28. C 29. A 30. A D 【31~34题答案】 【答案】31. B 32. D 33. B 34. C 第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，共10分） 根据短文内容，从短文后的七个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。 学校自主命题部分 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 第三部 分书面表达（共两节，32分） 第一节（共4小题，第40、41题各2分，第42题3分，第43题5分，共12分） 【35~38题答案】 【答案】35. The ability to resist the temptation of immediate satisfaction and wait for more valuable future rewards. 36. They will become impatient and unwilling to make continuous efforts for future achievements. 37. Modern digital life makes it much easier for teenagers to develop self-control. Reason: Modern digital life easily traps teenagers and makes them get used to getting pleasure right away. They will become impatient and unwilling to make continuous efforts for future achievements. 38. I will set clear small goals every week. When I feel the urge to enjoy instant pleasure, I will pause for ten minutes and think about my long-term dreams. Gradually, I will form a good habit of making rational choices. 第二节（20分） 【39题答案】 【答案】Dear Jim, I’m glad to hear you’re writing for the school magazine on the theme “When Chinese Culture Meets AI”. Here are some practical suggestions for your article. Firstly, you can focus on AI’s application in traditional Chinese painting and calligraphy. Many AI tools can imitate classic masterpieces accurately, helping young people learn and appreciate this traditional art easily. Besides, it’s a good choice to mention AI-assisted traditional folk music. AI can restore ancient tunes and combine old melodies with modern styles, making traditional music more popular among teenagers. These vivid examples can perfectly show how AI revitalizes traditional Chinese culture. Wish your article a great success! Yours, Li Hua （请务必将书面表达写在答题卡指定区域内） 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $