河北石家庄二中教育集团2024-2025学年度高二年级下学期期末考试英语试卷

**基本信息** 试卷以环保、科技、人文等时代话题为载体，融合真实情境与跨学科素材，如海洋生态研究、数字依赖反思等，在语言能力考查中渗透思维品质与文化意识培养。 **题型特征** |题型|题量/分值|知识覆盖|命题特色| |----|-----------|----------|----------| |听力|20题/30分|日常交际、人物访谈（如Cori Gauff网球生涯）|信息抓取与逻辑推理结合，话题贴近生活| |阅读|20题/50分|环保项目（Big Butterfly Count）、个人成长（克服演讲恐惧）、科学研究（海洋浮游生物）|细节理解与深度推理并重，素材兼具时效性与思想性| |语言运用|25题/30分|完形填空（自闭症女孩情感表达）、语法填空（塔克拉玛干沙漠治理）|语境化考查词汇语法，融入情感教育与生态意识| |写作|2题/40分|邮件申请（福利院志愿者）、故事续写（手工坊文化传承）|真实应用与创新表达结合，注重跨文化沟通与人文关怀|

石家庄二中教育集团2024-2025学年度高二年级下学期期末考试英语答题卡 班级 姓名 [0] 0 0 0 01 [0] 考生须知 T11 [11 2] 2 21 2] 21 2 3 3 3 3 1、考生答题前，在规定的地方准确填写考号和姓名。 41 4] 41 4 2、选择题作答时，必须用2B铅笔填涂，如需要对答案进行修 51 5 5 5 5 51 5 T6] [6] 16] 67 6] 6 61 61 61 改，应使用绘图橡皮轻擦干净，注意不要擦破答题卷。 71 [71 [7 7 7 71 71 3、非选择题必须用0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔作答。严格按照答题 [8] [8] [8 [8] 8 8 [81 8 r91r91 [91 [91 [91 [91 [9 [91 91 要求，在答题卷对应题号指定的答题区域内答题。 选择题（请用2B铅笔填涂答案） [A] [c] 6 [A] [B] [c] 11 [A][B][C] 16 [A] [B] [c] 2 [B] [B][C] 3 AA圆 789 ([A] tel [A][B][C] taj [B] [c] [A] [Bj [A][B][C] 45 0 23415 8 181920 8 [D] [A] [B] 31 [A][B][C][D] 3% [A] 123324 8383 [B] [c] 6728 [D] [E]【E][G] [A] [c] [A][B][C] [D] [A] [B][C] [D][E][E][G] [A][B] [c] tcj [A] [D][E][F][G] 3 [A] [B][C] [D] [A] [B] [c] [D] [E] [E] [G] 5 [A] [B] [c] [D] 30 [A] [B] [c] [D] [A][B][C] [D] 40 [A] [B] [C][D][E][E][G] 41 [A] [B] [c] 5 [AJ[B][C][D】 [A] [B] Ic] (D] 46 [a] [B] [c] D [A][B][C][D] g [a] [B] [c] [D] [c] [A][B][C] [D] [B] 0 [A][B]【C] [D] [A][B][C][D] 5 分 [B] [c] [ 5 [A][B][C][D] 非选择题（请用0.5毫米黑色字迹笔书写） 语篇填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 56. 57. 58. 59. 60 61 62 63 64 65. 应用文写作（满分15分） Dear Sarah, I'm Li Hua,a high school student from China,currently studying in the UK. 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A week later,Tinmty,now a famous furniture designer;walked in the workshop.石家庄二中教育集团2024-2025学年度高二年级下学期期末考试英语答题卡 班级 姓名 考生须知 01 [0] [1] 1、考生答题前，在规定的地方准确填写考号和姓名。 [2] [2 2、选择题作答时，必须用2B铅笔填涂，如需要对答案进行修改， 3 [4 应使用绘图橡皮轻擦干净，注意不要擦破答题卷。 [5 3、非选择题必须用0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔作答。严格按照答题 [6] 6 6 6 71 7 [7 要求，在答题卷对应题号指定的答题区域内答题。 [8] [8 8 [81 8 81 8 8 [81 919j [9 r91 [9] 选择题（请用2B铅笔填涂答案） [A][B][C] 6 [A][B][ 11 [A] [B] [c] 16 [A][B] tej 2 [A] [B][C] [A][B] [c [A] [c] [A] [Bj [c] 345 [A] [B] [ ] [B] [C1 [A] tBj [c] 8 8 13415 AA国 181920 [c] 2 [A] [B] [c] 0 [A] ⊙ [C][D] B 36 111213334 [A][B] Icj 【D][E][F] tej [A] [c] [A][B][C] [D] [E] [F] 38 [A][B] [c] [D] 24 [A] 2 [A] [B1 [c] (D] [A] [B] [c] [D] [E] [e] 2 [A] [B] [c] [D] [Aj [B] tcj [D] 5 [A] [B] [c] [D] 40 [A][B] [C][D] [E] [E] [G] 4 [A] [B] [c] [Dj 46 [A] [B] [D] 51 [A] [B] [c] [A] [B] [c] [D] [B] [c] 4 [A] [B] [D] [A] [B] 78950 taj [D] [A] [B] [c] [D] [D] [c] 2534 [A] [D] [B] 45 [A][B][C] tDj [A][B] [C][D] 55 [A] [B][C] [D] 非选择题（请用0.5毫米黑色字迹笔书写） 语篇填空（共10小题：每小题1.5分， 满分15分)》 56. 57. 58 59 60 61. 62. 63. 64. 应用文写作（满分15分） Dear Sarah, I'm Li Hua,a high school student from China,currently study ing in the UK. Yours sincerely, LiHua 读后续写（满分25分） The next morning,Clara uploaded a new video. A week later;Timmty,now a famous furniture designer;walked in the workshop.石家庄二中教育集团2024-2025学年度高二年级下学期期末考试 英语试卷 满分150分时长120分钟 命题人：孟建芳、张玉妨、李译菁、陈姿羽 审题人：董萍 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 段对话仅读一遍。 1.Why is Cathy making the call? A.To make a complaint. B.To confirm an order. C.To place an order. 2.What is the relationship between the speakers? A.Teacher and student. B.Former schoolmates. C.Neighbors 3.What does the man ask the woman to do? A.Make a card. B.Send some flowers. C.Attend the opening. 4.When will the tickets go on sale? A.At7:00 B.At8:00 C.At10:00. 5.Where are the speakers? A.In a library. B.In a bookshop C.In a classroom. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 6.What are the speakers mainly talking about? A.A writing competition.B.Their homework C.Some prizes. 7.What does the man think of the woman's work? A.Attractive. B.Disappointing C.Difficult. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 8.What does Jenny offer to do? A.Find a teacher for the man. B.Teach the man to play golf. C.Introduce the man to a camp. 9.Why does Jenny want to learn to swim? A.For a new hobby. B.For her summer work. C.For some fun with kids. 10.How often will Jenny learn to swim? A.Twice a week. B.Three times a week. C.Four times a week. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 高二第二学期期末英语第1页，共10页 11.How does John find his university life? A.Colorful. B.Confusing. C.Boring. 12.What does the woman suggest John do? A.Turn to his friends. B.Join a support group. C.Take different courses. 13.Where will John go first? A.The classroom. B.The library. C.The dean's office. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 14.What is the man doing? A.Hosting a program. B.Watching a match. C.Writing a report. 15.When did Cori Gauff start playing tennis? A.In2004. B.Im2007. C.In2011. 16.Who is Cori Gauff's coach? A.Venus. B.Serena. C.Her father. 17.What does Cori Gauff talk about in the end? A.Her family life B.Her future plans. C.Her achievements. 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 18.What is the aim of the arts festival this year? A.To pick out great artists. B.To support the creative industries. C.To get more people involved in the arts. 19.What activity is arranged for the unemployed? A.Study ing great prints. B.Joining creative walks. C.Taking writing courses. 20.How long is the booking office open on Saturday? A.5 hours. B.8 hours. C.9 hours. 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 To truly help our planet,we need to connect with it.And the good news is you don't have to be a qualified expert to support the cause.Here are some of the many incredible projects looking for volunteers. Big Butterfly Count Scheduled between 18 July and 10 August in 2025,involvement in this project run by Butterfly Conservation is more important than ever,as the 2024 results indicate a significant 高二第二学期期末英语第2页，共10页 drop of these beautiful biodiversity indicators.Participants are asked to spend 15 minutes everyday recording butterflies they see,either via their website tracker or app.Head to bigbutterflycount.butterfly-conservation.org to join in. The Great UK Water Blitz This twice-a-year campaign from the FreshWater Wash aims to assess water quality across the UK.The next one runs from 25-28 April 2025,and asks volunteers to record the water quality in local freshwater sources.To help in the upcoming campaign,simply register your interest at earthwatch org.uk /greatukwaterblitz to receive more information,along with a water testing kit. The Big Garden Birdwatch Organised by RSPB,the world's largest garden wildlife survey runs in January each year, and asks volunteers to sign up to simply watch their gardens for an hour each day,recording the birds they see.In 2024,more than 600,000 people participated in the UK,and recorded an incredible 9.7 million birds.Visit rspb.org uk for more details. Nature's Calendar This initiative by the Woodland Trust looks to track seasonal shifts and patterns,to see how climate change is affecting our ecosystems.The easy,three-step process requires you to pick a species and behaviour,decide the area you're recording,and make a note on the online system of the dates of these actions.Get involved by visiting the woodlandtrust.org.uk. 21.Which project equips participants with tools? A.Big Butterfly Count B.The Great UK WaterBlitz C.The Big Garden Birdwatch D.Nature's Calendar 22.What is the main goal of Nature's Calendar? A.To inform the public of seasonal shifts B.To demonstrate biodiversity on a calendar. C.To monitor the impacts of climate change. D.To protect the wildlife living in your area. 23.What do the four projects have in common? A.They take place on a yearly basis. B.They are limited to nature reserves. C.They collect data recorded by participants D.They ask experts to guide volunteers. B My hands were shaking uncontrollably.I tried incredibly hard to focus on the words that I spent hours putting down on paper.I tried to conquer my fear of speaking in public on numerous occasions throughout my life.During college and at my first few jobs,I would get ridiculously nervous when I had to give a presentation or lead a meeting.Public speaking had 高二第二学期期末英语第3页，共10页 been my nemesis for as long as I could remember. Then in my mid-thirties,I decided to join the public speaking group Toastmasters.At every meeting,we were rated and forced to compete with other speakers for an award.You would think that I would walk away from these experiences as a polished speaker,but nothing seemed to work. It wasn't until recently,when science and scientific institutions were being attacked for unfair reasons during the pandemic,that I decided I must speak out.Science has made this country a place where dreams come true-this is why we all need to protect science.In addition,as a science writer,I try to get readers to understand how science is related to their daily lives. So I ended up on that frightening stage on that sunny Saturday in April-Earth Day. Despite the body shakes and fear,I persevered.That day,I looked out into the crowd of like-minded science supporters and I felt comfort. Reaching that milestone goal of getting through a speech truly changed me.At almost forty,I learned that passion can set off a flame in my heart to do things I never dreamed possible.The darkness that led to my speech is sure to lead to new opportunities and adventures. 24.Which of the following can replace the underlined word "nemesis"in Para.1? A.Advantage B.Annoyance C.Preference. D.Strength. 25.How did the author behave about public speaking after leaving Toastmasters? A.He began to feel less worried. B.He became a polished speaker C.He remained a shy speaker. D.Things became worse for him. 26.What made the author want to speak out on Earth Day? A.It was a good chance to learn science B.He must rise up to defend his profession. C.It was a project organized by Toastmasters. D.He couldn't have people attacking science. 27.What lesson did the author draw from his successful speech? A.Passion can motive us to achieve the unachievable. B.No difficulty can be overcome with great effort. C.Science can lead us to make wonderful changes. D.Frustration can be stepping stones to success. C Imagine waking up one morning to find your smartphone missing.You can no longer get guided to work,order your coffee,or connect with friends.For most of us,it is a nightmare( 高二第二学期期末英语第4页，共10页 )But it should not be exactly far-fetched Despite being more digitally connected than ever,we are lonelier and more anxious. Anxiety rates increased by 25%globally.Depression now affects over 280 million people worldwide.All of this is due to our growing dependence on social media and smart technologies designed to offer quick relief but often at the expense of deep,meaningful engagement,which may further cause our loss of something easy to be ignored. While these conveniences offer short-term relief,they may weaken our thinking skills.For example,GPS has undeniably transformed how we travel.But a 2020 study found that frequent GPS users struggle more with self-guided navigation.Over time,those who depended more on GPS showed a sharp decline in spatial memory and problem-solving skills.However,reducing dependence on these conveniences can lead to discomfort.In seeking comfort today,we might be trading away some discomfort. That is the problem:the very discomfort we avoid is often what strengthens us.Viewing stress,a kind of discomfort,as a challenge rather than a threat leads to better outcomes. Research shows that mild stress can enhance adaptability.Neuroscience reveals that neuroplasticity -the brain's ability to form new connections-is enhanced through challenging experiences.This adaptability is crucial for developing resilience(恢复力)，a process fueled by both mental challenges and active effort. But this doesn't mean we should reject comfort entirely;it's to balance it with intentional discomfort.Think of it asmicrodosing hardship"-a series of small,manageable difficulties that keep our mental and emotional muscles strong,such as writing with a pen,or washing dishes by hand.These small acts are enough to reawaken the resilience we've buried under layers of ease.So,the next time you feel the pull of ease,pause.Ask yourself:Is this momentary comfort helping me grow or is it keeping me stuck?Choosing discomfort isn't easy, but sometimes,it's worth it. 28.What does the underlined word"far-fetched in Paragraph 1 probably mean? A.Possible to change. B.Certain to function. C.Unlikely to be settled. D.Unable to be accepted. 29.What may digital conveniences cause according to the text? A.The fast but worthless relief. B.The meaningful engagement. C.The loss of thinking capacity. D.The lack of necessary comfort. 30.Which is a real-life application of"microdosing hardship"? A.Taking the stairs instead of the lift. B.Ordering take-out food after work. C.Exploring a new city by using GPS D.Writing an email using voice-to-text. 31.What can be a suitable title for the text? A.GPS:the invisible cost of convenience B.Stress:the main cause of brain damage C.Discomfort:a hidden source of resilience D.Smartphones:barriers to human progress D Marine communities traveled to Antarctica during the Earth's warmest phase in 66 million years,long before a major extinction occurred. 高二第二学期期末英语第5页，共10页 Recently,a team of researchers compared biodiversity and global community structure, and they discovered that the community frequently responds to climate change millions of years before biodiversity loss occurs. The study implies that plankton(浮游生物)relocated to cooler places to escape the tropical heat,leaving only the most highly specialized species to survive.These findings suggest that changes on the community size will be visible long before extinctions,and that greater effort should be put into monitoring the structure of marine communities to potentially forecast future marine extinctions. Dr Adam Woodhouse from the University of Bristol's School of Earth Sciences,explained: "Considering three billion people live in the tropics,this is not great news.Biodiversity among marine plankton groups has changed in the last 66 million years,but no one had explored it on a global,spatial scale through the lens of a single database.""We used the Triton dataset that I created during my PhD,offering new insights into how biodiversity responds spatially to global changes in climate,especially during intervals of global warmth relevant to future warming predictions."Adam added. The fossil record of marine plankton is the most complete and extensive document of ancient biological changes available to science.By applying advanced computational analyses to this document,researchers detailed global community structure of the oceans since the death of the dinosaurs,revealing that community change often precedes the extinction of organisms. The team intends to apply similar strategies to additional marine plankton groupings.This study only looked at planktonic foraminifera(有孔虫类)，however,there are numerous additional microfossil groups that play key roles in marine food webs to be investigated.They must also use historical and current patterns to anticipate future community organization with new climate models. 32.What is the major finding of the study? A.Tropical plankton adapted to extreme heat. B.Marine life responds earlier than expected. C.Fossil records predict future climate change. D.Warming causes immediate biodiversity loss. 33.What do we know from paragraph 3? A.Fossil fuel use must be stopped immediately. B.Ocean shipping traffic need stricter regulation. C.Gene editing of plankton makes for their heat tolerance. D.Monitoring marine community structure should be enhanced. 34.What role did the Triton dataset play in the research? A.Predict future climate models. B.Track species'extinction timelines. C.Compare tropical and polar ecosystems. D.Reveal spatial responses to global warmth. 高二第二学期期末英语第6页，共10页 35.What will the research team investigate next? A.Causes of tropical extinctions. B.Forms of the Ice age community C.Samples of other groups and models D.Adaptation strategies of human beings. 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。 As a leadership consultant for many years,I've found many of the leaders I work with report feeling frustrated as they face the continuous change and uncertainty in the growing challenges of their roles.36 Throughout their careers,leaders are conditioned to come up with the final,correct answer.Given that human's brains are hardwired to see uncertainty as a risk or threat,it's physiologically normal to feel stress when faced with unfamiliar situations. Sadly,in the world of leadership training,we often celebrate qualities like decisiveness, innovation,and resilience.37 Without it,even the most talented leaders struggle to sustain their success. According to the psychological definition,frustration tolerance involves the capacity to bear discomfort,regulate emotional responses,and maintain a forward mindset in the face of challenges.38 It not only allows leaders to stand the discomfort of building something meaningful without giving up but also helps them stay grounded and purposeful, even when immediate results aren't what they hoped for. 39 Leaders can train their frustration tolerance by pursuing goals outside of leadership that don't offer instant rewards.Try going to the gym teaching discipline,patience, and the value of gradual progress.These experiences build resilience and reinforce frustration tolerance as a transferable skill.40 Leadership and entrepreneurship are marathons, not sprints().Honoring your energy ensures you're better equipped to handle frustration and maintain the stamina needed for long-term success. A.They quit their jobs out of the blue. B.Understandably,it's easy for them to feel this way. C.In leadership,it is the unsung hero of long-term success. D.One vital skill-frustration tolerance-is often overlooked. E.Leadership can't be defined by a one-size-fits-all approach. F.Developing frustration tolerance isn't easy,but it's possible. G.Also,remember to prioritize rest and create space to recharge 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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处 的最佳选项。 高二第二学期期末英语第7页，共10页 Delphine Expert handed her five-year-old daughter,Zoey,her phone so she could record “treasures'”she found on a walk.She never_41_“to be one of the treasures.” As Delphine 42 with Newsweek,Zoey has autism(自闭症)and was non-verbal until recently.The little girl began 43 violin lessons last year,and that led her to say a few"44 words"like"mom."Almost a year later,Zoey had another 45 and is now"able to communicate a little bit." For that reason,a video Zoey recently 46 was especially endearing to Delphine. The sentimental mother 47 it on TikTok,and it quickly went viral,getting hundreds of likes.It shows Zoey's 48 as she focuses on common things like the grass,the sky, the clouds,her car,and her house.But the mother didn't think she'd be one of the 49 Zoey would find on her way. At the end,Zoey 50 the camera at her mom and happily shares how much she loves her."And there's my beautiful mom.She's the best mom.I love her so much,and she's the best mom in the whole world,"she says excitedly.The Mother nearly 51 the sweet video but fortunately watched it all the way through.The proud mother said she nearly missed the video but fortunately watched it first and was 52 by the"beautiful end." Delphine explained that her daughter's sweet words took years of 53,and she couldn't be happier to hear them.Delphine 54 Zoey "24/7 because of her special needs.She also homeschools her with the help of an online program that specializes in autism. "She sounds so overwhelmed with her love for mommy,and you are the best treasure out of them all,”one55 read. 41.A.attempted B.expected C.managed D.decided 42.A.shared B.greeted C.complained D.agreed 43.A.finishing B.giving C.taking D.teaching 44.A.musical B.promising C.innocent D.simple 45.A.pronunciation B.breakthrough C.behavior D.feedback 46.A.concentrated B.mentioned C.captured D.spotted 47.A.posted B.distributed C.published D.announced 48.A.inspiration B.perspective C.enthusiasm D.innovation 49.A.treasures B.strangers C.performers D.friends 50.A.gives B.delivers C.points D.passes 51.A.edited B.deleted C.downloaded D.copied 52.A.tricked B.scared C.beaten D.struck 53.A.focus B.experience C.survey D.observation 54.A.spy on B.speak to C.learn from D.tend to 55.A.video B.audience C.host D.comment 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。 高二第二学期期末英语第8页，共10页 The Taklimakan Desert,infamous as the"Sea of Death",has now been fully encircled by the longest sand-blocking green ecological barrier,56 length reaches an impressive 3, 046 kilometers,57 (mark)the completion of over 40 years of efforts to contain the desert expansion within a safety zone. Covering 337,600 square kilometers,the Taklimakan is China's largest drifting desert, which poses an58(increasing)alarming threat to surrounding oases and serves as a significant source of dust storms and an upwind area for the country.In an effort to battle desertification and relieve the unfavorable effects of shifting sands and dust storms 59 nearby residents,the"Green Great Wall has gradually emerged.So far,alongside the green belt,efforts 60(make)to promote the development of sand-related industries,such as ceramics and pottery.The green belt not only acts as 61 ecological barrier but also stabilizes agriculture,boosts Xinjiang's economic development,and highlights China's technological and organizational strength in ecological governance. It is a shining example of 62 can be achieved through technological innovation and organizational capabilities.With a target 63 (restore)2.34 million hectares of degraded land by 2030,this ongoing initiative will safeguard the environment and promote 64 (region)sustainable development.With the successful completion of the green barrier, this region,once 65(trouble)by serious sandstorms,is set to see renewed vitality and dynamic ecosy stems. 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，现在英国一所高中学习，得知当地一所儿童福利院(Children's Welfare Home)正在招募志愿者。请给福利院负责人Sarah写一封邮件申请做志愿者，内容包括： 1.陈述你的优势； 2.表达期盼。 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 Sarah, I am Li Hua,a high school student from China,currently studying in the UK. Yours sincerely, 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。 高二第二学期期末英语第9页，共10页 The old workshop door creaked open.Clara walked in quietly.Her shoes stepped on wood shavings (that sparkled in the sunlight.Through the dusty windows,the morning light shone on Grandfather's rough hands.He was gluing a maple chair leg. The wall calendar still showed January.Its yellowed pages were curling,just like dry leaves.An open order book lay on the desk.February's page was empty.There had been no new orders since mid-January.Clara held her breath and recorded Grandfather with her phone. She focused on his quick hands as he measured angles with a metal ruler."This might help him,"she thought,eager to show how skilled he was. However,when she posted the video online,negative comments flooded in."Old ways for a dying business!""No wonder the business is failing!"Saddened,Clara deleted the video quickly.A spider crawled over the empty order book.Its blank pages showed not many people wanted handmade things these days. "Want to see my treasure?Grandpa's voice broke the silence.He opened a leather album filled with pencil sketches (like library chairs from 1958 and park benches from 1962.A faded photo slipped out:a smiling boy missing two teeth was grinning at the camera,holding a curved(弯曲的)spoon proudly. "Timmy,my former student,"Grandfather smiled,touching the curve of the spoon in the photo."Now he designs furniture for tall buildings.Last month's newspaper had an article about his curved stairs.It was inspired by this very spoon."He tapped the photo,adding, "Machines make things fast,but hands remember stories." Clara looked at the photo-the curved spoon,Timmy's smile,and Grandpa's young handwriting on the back:Timmy's first repair,age 7.Beside her,fresh wood shavings were shining."Stories must be told,"Clara murmured,taking out her phone again.This time,she aimed to share not just the work,but the story behind it. 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。 Paragraph 1:The next morning,Clara uploaded a new video. Paragraph 2:A week later,Tinmy,now a famous furniture designer;walked in the workshop. 高二第二学期期末英语第10页，共10页这是英语科听力部分，该部分分为第一第二两节。注意回答听力部分时，请先将答案标在试卷上。听力部分结束前，你将有两分钟的时间将你的答案转涂到答题卡上。现在你有5秒钟的时间阅读第一小题的有关内容。Jackson office supplies. how can I help you? This is healthy. King from a cars limited speaking. There is something wrong with an order I made last week. You sent wrong ink for printers. Night Jones is like you. We studied french and german together, and professor Browns class, remember, we always SAT next to each other. And right, of course I remember. And long time, no, see. Hello, i'd like to order some flowers to be delivered on monday morning. Okay, would you like to add a special car to the flowers? No, that won't be necessary. A friend is opening a new business. I just want to send flowers as a gift. What are you doing up so early? I'm going to line up to get tickets for the baseball match. They go on sale at ten am, planning to get to the stadium when IT opens at eight. Wow, you sure are real fan. I don't think i've ever seen you awake before seven o'clock. Are all these books on the list here for me to check out? I need them . for my report. No, just some of them. The others are let out, but I think they will be available in several days. We can call you when they are ready. 第一节到此结束，第二节听下面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ABC3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。听下面一段对话，回答第六和第7两个小题。现在你有10秒钟的时间阅读这两个小题。Have you heard back from the judges in the short story competition yet? No, not yet, have you? no. But i'm a bit worried about IT. I don't think i'll do very well. I only left myself a couple of days to do IT. I didn't want to miss the deadline, and I rushed IT a bit. Even so, you're bound to win one of the prizes. You've got such a great imagination. thanks. I enjoyed writing IT even though IT wasn't my favorite topic, but I don't think that was the best i've done. But yours was great. IT appealed to me. I couldn't . put IT down. Have you heard . back from the judges in the short story competition yet? No, not yet, have you? No, but i'm a bit worried about IT. I don't think i'll do very well. I only left myself a couple of days to do IT. I didn't want to miss the deadline, and I rushed IT a bit. Even so, you're bound to win one of the prizes. You've got such a great imagination. thanks. I enjoyed writing IT even though IT wasn't my favorite topic, but I don't think that was the best i've done. But yours was great. He appealed to me. I couldn't put IT down. 听下面一段对话，回答第八至第13个小题。现在你有15秒钟的时间阅读这三个小题。I am determined to learn how to play golf. really. I have been playing golf for five years now. Do you want me to teach you? Wow, Jenny, I didn't know you play golf. IT would be great if you could teach me. How about giving me some lessons over . our vacation? sure. Actually this is a little bit embarrassing, but I need your help too. Can you teach me how to swim? I need to learn because i'm supposed to work at camp next summer. I don't want the kids that came to know that I can . swim that works out perfectly. Then let's take advantage of the vacation we can start tomorrow. You teach me how to play golf on wednesdays and fridays. I teach you how to swim . on thursdays and saturdays OK. It's a deal. I am determined to learn how to play golf. really. I have been playing golf for five years now. Do you want me to teach you? Wow, Jenny, I didn't know you play gov. IT. Would be great if you could teach me. How about giving me some lessons over . our vacation? sure. Actually this is a little bit embarrassing, but I need your help too. Can you teach me how to swim? I need to learn because i'm supposed to work at camp next summer. I don't want the kids that came to know that I can swim. That works out perfectly. Then let's take advantage of the vacation we can start tomorrow. You teach me how to play golf on wednesdays and fridays. I teach you how to swim on thursdays and saturdays. Kay, it's a deal. 听下面一段对话，回答第11至第13 3个小题。现在你有15秒钟的时间阅读这三个小题。Hey, john, how's everything going at the university? Well, I am a bit at a loss. I always wanted to go to a big university like this, but now i'm here. But I mean, the courses are interesting enough. but bothers you. Then, well, after studying . in a small high school and knowing everybody, it's pretty hiring to be in a huge lecture hall with hundreds of students. And not one professor even knows my name. I know what you mean. I was so pretty lost myself last year, but one of my friends suggested me join the mentor group. It's like a support group. He is basically professors and a small group of students getting together informally to discuss all kinds of subjects . sounds meaningful. That is IT too late to join. I don't think so. If I were you, I would go over to the deans office and sign up. I was going to the library to return a book, but I can do IT later, I guess. Hey, john, how's everything going at the university? Well, I am a bit at a loss. I always wanted to go to a big versy like this, but now i'm here. But I mean, the courses are interesting enough. But what's . bothering you then? Well. after studying in a small high school and knowing everybody, it's pretty hiring to be in a huge lecture hall with hundreds of students. And not one professor even knows my name. I know what you mean. I was so pretty lost myself last year, but one of my friends suggested me join the mentor group. It's like a support group. It's basically professors and a small group of students getting together informally to discuss all kinds of subjects . sounds meaningful, but is IT too late to join? I don't think so. If I were you, I would go over to the deed's office and sign up. I was going to the library to return a book, but I can do IT later, I guess. 听下面一段对话，回答第14至第17 4个小题。现在你有20秒钟的时间阅读这四个小题。Hello, everyone, today we have corry golf with us. Cory, welcome to our show. Hello, it's a pleasure to be here. You gained a widespread recognition in twenty twenty when you received a wildcard entry to wimbledon. You defeated Venus Williams in the first round of the competition. You became the Youngest player to reach the fourth round of the grass court slam since Jennifer kapi oi in one thousand nine hundred ninety one. Could you please tell me . more about yourself? sure. I was born in two thousand and four, and I started playing tennis at age seven. I see who is your coach. following in many famous Young athletes footsteps. My coaches none than my father. He has always chAllenged me from the beginning, telling me that i'll be able to change the world with my racket. I have to say that I wouldn't have succeeded without him. He is really great. I hear Venus and Serena Williams are your idols. yeah. Both of them have been role models for the Young tennis players about the famous sisters also become my fans sounds . interesting. So what are you going to do next? I will take the achievements as a starting point for further progress. I want to be a role model for as many Young athletes as possible. Hello everyone, today we have corry golf with us. Corry. welcome to our show. Hello, it's a pleasure to be here. You gained a widespread recognition in twenty twenty when you received a wild card entry to wimbleton. You defeated Venus Williams in the first round of the competition. You became the Youngest player to reach the fourth round of the grass court slam since Jennifer r. Capriati in one thousand and ninety one. Could you please tell me . more about yourself? sure. I was born in two thousand four, and I started playing tennis at age seven. I see who is your coach following in. many famous Young athletes fall steps my coaches than my father. He is always chAllenged me from the beginning, telling me that i'll be able to change the world with my racket. I have to say that I wouldn't have succeeded without him. He is really great. I hear Venus and Serena Williams are your idles. yeah. Both of them have been role models for Young tennis players about the famous sisters have also become my fans . sounds interesting. So what are you going to do next? I will take the achievements as a starting point for further progress. I want to be a role model for as many Young athletes as possible. 听下面一段独白，回答第18至第23个小题。现在你有15秒钟的时间阅读这三个小题。Hi, I am Linda from arts center. I'm here to tell you about the city's arts festival this year. We want to encourage more people to take part in some of our events and workshops. There is such a wide offering this year that i'm sure we will have something to suit all tastes. For example, we are inviting people in the create of industries to join us in one of our creative walks, walking has been proved to help creative thinking. Also, we are working with schools in the area to invite grandparents in to teach the kids how to do so in. We also aim to inspire and support people without jobs through free courses, starting with creative writing workshops. These courses will give them an idea what a good short story contains and help them get their ideas into shape hand. For anyone out there who is looking for the chance to explore their creative side, come along to our print making workshops. You will have the chance to study some great prints by local artists, explore different print processes, and take home a print of your own to hang on a wall. If anyone is interested, you can get further information on our website, and if you can't reach the internet, call us on five one, four two two, six one. The book office is open from monday to friday, from eight AM to five PM, but closes early on saturday at one P. M. Hi, I am Linda from art center. I'm here to tell you about the city's arts festival this year. We want to encourage more people to take part in some of our events and workshops. There is such a wide offering this year that i'm sure we will have something to suit. All tasks. For example, we are inviting people in the creative industries to join us in one of our creative walks. Walking has been proved to help create a thinking. Also, we are working with schools in the area to invite grandparents in to teach the kids how to do showing. We also aim to inspire and support people without jobs through free courses, starting with creative writing workshops. These courses will give them an idea what a good short story contains and help them get their ideas into shape hand. For anyone out there who is looking for the chance to explore their creative side, come along to our print making workshops. You will have the chance to study some great prints by local artists, explore different print processes, and take home a print of your own to hang on a wall. If anyone is interested, you can get further information on our website, and if you can't reach the internet, call us on five one, four two two, six one. The booking office is open from monday to friday from eight AM to five PM, but closes early on saturday at one P, M. 第二节到此结束，现在你有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。听力部分到此结束。 石家庄二中教育集团2024-2025学年度高二年级下学期期末考试 英语答案 1-5 ABBCA 6-10 AABBA 11-15 BBCAC 16-20 CBCCA 21-23 BCC 24-27 BCDA 28-31DCAC 32-35 BDDC 36-40 BDCFG 41-45 BACDB 46-50 CABAC 51-55 BDADD 语篇填空 56.whose 57.marking 58.increasingly 59.on/upon 60.have been made 61.an 62.what 63.to restore 64.regional 65.troubled 66. One possible version: Dear Sarah, I’m Li Hua, a high school student from China, currently studying in the UK. I’m writing to apply to be a volunteer at your Children’s Welfare Home. I believe I would be a valuable addition to your team. I can speak both English and Chinese fluently, allowing me to communicate with children from different backgrounds. I have also gained hands-on experience working with kids through school activities, where I have learned to interact with them patiently and supportively. In addition, I am creative and enjoy organising storytelling sessions and games, which can bring both fun and learning to young minds. I would be truly honored to contribute in any way I can. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Yours sincerely, Li Hua 67. The next morning, Clara uploaded a new video. This time, her camera swept across the leather album’s sketches of Timmy’s curved spoon and lingered on a yellowed newspaper clipping featuring his iconic stairs. As Grandfather narrated their story, she zoomed in on his hands — wrinkled yet steady — shaping a piece of wood into art. The video ended with his voice, “Hands remember stories machines forget.” By noon, comments exploded, “Hands of a legend!” “Need this magic in my home!” Shares of the video skyrocketed. Amid the flood of praise, Clara spotted a message, “I’m coming to see you soon, Master — back to where the magic began!” Her eyes widened at Timmy’s profile picture which just matched the same grin from that faded photo. A week later, Timmy, now a famous furniture designer, walked in the workshop. He embraced Grandfather, tears glistening. “Your spoon taught me curves have souls,” he said, placing the curved spoon on the desk. Together, they designed a signature chair — Timmy sketching modern lines on his tablet while Grandfather penciling his classic curves. Clara captured the moment: their four hands shaping a maple chair leg together, mirroring the one Grandfather had glued a week before. When Timmy posted the video, orders poured in: new chairs with curved legs, and even wooden benches for the town park. Wood shavings danced in the sunlight as the workshop came back to life, the order book’s empty February page now filled with March’s growing demands. 1.A【原文】W: Jason, I’ve been having trouble sleeping lately. M: Have you tried using a piece of sleep software? I use one that prevents Internet use in the evening. It helps me stay off my phone and relax. 2.C【原文】M: I saw John in the library yesterday, but he was so far away that I didn’t get a chance to call out to him. Do you know how I can contact him? W: If I had his phone number, I’d definitely give it to you. Maybe he’s a regular at that library. 3.B【原文】M: Which floor would you like me to press? W: Twenty-four, please. M: Oh, we’re on the same floor! I’m in the Greenfield Tech. W: Me, too. I just started here last week. 4.A【原文】W: I bought a restaurant run by robots. Would you like to go and check it out tonight? M: Totally or partly? I mean, robots can be good waiters, but I don’t think they can be good chefs. W: You never know until you try! Let’s go and see for yourself. 5.B【原文】M: Lily said she would bring her brother to our party. I haven’t seen her brother for years. I heard that he’s a football star now. W: Really? I’m going to ask him some professional questions this Friday. 6.C 7.B【原文】W: What are you drawing, Robert? Is that a big elephant? M: Yes, Mom. It’s “an elephant next door”. They’re in trouble because we’re building homes and roads in their habitat. W: They look so sad ... Do you want to help? I can set up an account for you so that you can share your pictures online to inspire more people to protect elephants. M: Can I? I don’t think I’m old enough to manage an account. Is there a campaign or something like that? I think I can draw pictures for them. W: I’ll search online for you. 8.C 9.C 10.A【原文】W: Brett, what have you been up to recently? M: Well, I’ve been working on an English conversation book. But now I’m torn between self-publishing and going through a traditional publishing house. W: Self-publishing definitely means more work for you. And you could have used that energy to write even more books! M: You’re right. And without guaranteed sales, it’s a bit risky. I’ll definitely think twice. W: By the way, is the book suitable for low level students who need to work on their English pronunciation and speaking skills? M: This book is custom-made for them. The book includes written dialogues, and there’s an accompanying CD of every dialogue. So students can read along and listen at the same time. W: Cool! I’d love to check it out when it’s on sale. Maybe I can even recommend it to some of my friends who are learning English. 11.A 12.B 13.C【原文】M: I went to the Holi Festival last month, and it was an incredible experience! Did I ever tell you about it? W: No, you didn’t! How was it? M: It was amazing! Holi is celebrated every spring, and this year it was on March 13th. The night before, we had Holika Dahan, a bonfire tradition that symbolizes the burning of evil. We lit a huge bonfire and danced around it. W: That sounds so cool! What about the next day? M: Everyone was running around, throwing colored water and powders at each other. The air was filled with laughter and music. I was covered from head to toe in every color of the rainbow within minutes. W: I can imagine. It must have been so much fun. M: It was! We also enjoyed traditional sweets like guiya and thandai. It was a perfect way to celebrate the arrival of spring and the victory of good over evil. 14.B 15.A 16.C 17.A【原文】W: That class was so intense, unlike any street dance class I’ve taken so far. I’ve been trying to mix Drunk Fist with street dance, but it’s so hard! I keep messing up. M: Same here! I love the idea, but my body just doesn’t want to do it. W: You can say that again. Drunk Fist is all about being loose and unstable, like you’re really drunk. But then you have to switch to street dance, which is super controlled. M: Yeah, I noticed that too. I tried doing the arm swings first, and then I tried to pop my chest like in street dance. But I ended up looking like a robot! But the teacher asked us to practice after class. What should we do? W: Haha, same here! I think we need to practice the transition more. Maybe start with just one Drunk Fist move and one street dance move, and then slowly put them together. M: Yeah, let’s try that. And we can use the music to help us. But before that, should we watch the video several times? I’ve recorded that class just now. W: OK. 18.B 19.C 20.A【原文】M: Tree climbing, once an important part of childhood, is now disappearing. Nowadays, one-quarter of kids have never climbed a tree. Many schools ban the activity, fearful of the risk of injury to kids. Why should we care about tree climbing? Isn’t it, after all, a risky activity? Actually, the research data tells a different story. In 2016, researchers from the University of Phoenix surveyed 1,600 parents who let their kids climb trees. 94.84% of parents reported that their kids hurt a knee, elbow or skin, and less than 2% reported a broken bone. Your kid could break a bone from falling, but that can also happen on playground equipment or a bike. Climbing trees is great for your kids physically and emotionally. But before you point your kids to climb the nearest tree, make sure your kids are prepared for a safe tree climbing experience with the following climbing tips. Firstly, check the weather. Never climb during a thunderstorm or in strong wind. And dress properly for the occasion. Your kids should wear well-fitting clothing and flexible shoes. Lastly, choose wisely. Hardwood trees like oak trees, or pines are usually stronger and make good climbing trees. 答案第2页，共3页 答案第1页，共3页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 石家庄二中教育集团2024-2025学年度高二年级下学期期末考试 英语试卷 满分150分 时长120分钟 命题人：孟建芳、张玉妨、李译菁、 陈姿羽 审题人：董萍 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。每段对话仅读一遍。 1. Why is Cathy making the call? A. To make a complaint. B.To confirm an order. C. To place an order. 2. What is the relationship between the speakers? A. Teacher and student. B. Former schoolmates. C. Neighbors. 3. What does the man ask the woman to do? A. Make a card. B. Send some flowers. C. Attend the opening. 4. When will the tickets go on sale? A. At 7:00. B. At 8:00. C. At 10:00. 5. Where are the speakers? A. In a library. B. In a bookshop. C. In a classroom. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 6. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. A writing competition. B. Their homework. C. Some prizes. 7. What does the man think of the woman’s work? A. Attractive. B. Disappointing C. Difficult. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 8. What does Jenny offer to do? A. Find a teacher for the man. B. Teach the man to play golf. C. Introduce the man to a camp. 9. Why does Jenny want to learn to swim? A. For a new hobby. B. For her summer work. C. For some fun with kids. 10. How often will Jenny learn to swim? A. Twice a week. B. Three times a week. C. Four times a week. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 11. How does John find his university life? A. Colorful. B. Confusing. C. Boring. 12. What does the woman suggest John do? A. Turn to his friends. B. Join a support group. C. Take different courses. 13. Where will John go first? A. The classroom. B. The library. C. The dean’s office. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 14. What is the man doing? A. Hosting a program. B. Watching a match. C. Writing a report. 15. When did Cori Gauff start playing tennis? A. In 2004. B. In 2007. C. In 2011. 16. Who is Cori Gauff’s coach? A. Venus. B. Serena. C. Her father. 17. What does Cori Gauff talk about in the end? A. Her family life. B. Her future plans. C. Her achievements. 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 18. What is the aim of the arts festival this year? A. To pick out great artists. B. To support the creative industries. C. To get more people involved in the arts. 19. What activity is arranged for the unemployed? A. Studying great prints. B. Joining creative walks. C. Taking writing courses. 20. How long is the booking office open on Saturday? A. 5 hours. B. 8 hours. C. 9 hours. 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 To truly help our planet, we need to connect with it. And the good news is you don’t have to be a qualified expert to support the cause. Here are some of the many incredible projects looking for volunteers. Big Butterfly Count Scheduled between 18 July and 10 August in 2025, involvement in this project run by Butterfly Conservation is more important than ever, as the 2024 results indicate a significant drop of these beautiful biodiversity indicators. Participants are asked to spend 15 minutes everyday recording butterflies they see, either via their website tracker or app. Head to bigbutterflycount.butterfly-conservation.org to join in. The Great UK WaterBlitz This twice-a-year campaign from the FreshWater Wash aims to assess water quality across the UK. The next one runs from 25-28 April 2025, and asks volunteers to record the water quality in local freshwater sources. To help in the upcoming campaign, simply register your interest at earthwatch.org.uk/greatukwaterblitz to receive more information, along with a water testing kit. The Big Garden Birdwatch Organised by RSPB, the world’s largest garden wildlife survey runs in January each year, and asks volunteers to sign up to simply watch their gardens for an hour each day, recording the birds they see. In 2024, more than 600,000 people participated in the UK, and recorded an incredible 9.7 million birds. Visit rspb.org.uk for more details. Nature’s Calendar This initiative by the Woodland Trust looks to track seasonal shifts and patterns, to see how climate change is affecting our ecosystems. The easy, three-step process requires you to pick a species and behaviour, decide the area you’re recording, and make a note on the online system of the dates of these actions. Get involved by visiting the woodlandtrust.org.uk. 21.Which project equips participants with tools? A.Big Butterfly Count B.The Great UK WaterBlitz C.The Big Garden Birdwatch D.Nature’s Calendar 22.What is the main goal of Nature’s Calendar? A.To inform the public of seasonal shifts. B.To demonstrate biodiversity on a calendar. C.To monitor the impacts of climate change. D.To protect the wildlife living in your area. 23.What do the four projects have in common? A.They take place on a yearly basis. B.They are limited to nature reserves. C.They collect data recorded by participants. D.They ask experts to guide volunteers. B My hands were shaking uncontrollably. I tried incredibly hard to focus on the words that I spent hours putting down on paper. I tried to conquer my fear of speaking in public on numerous occasions throughout my life. During college and at my first few jobs, I would get ridiculously nervous when I had to give a presentation or lead a meeting. Public speaking had been my nemesis for as long as I could remember. Then in my mid-thirties, I decided to join the public speaking group Toastmasters. At every meeting, we were rated and forced to compete with other speakers for an award. You would think that I would walk away from these experiences as a polished speaker, but nothing seemed to work. It wasn’t until recently, when science and scientific institutions were being attacked for unfair reasons during the pandemic, that I decided I must speak out. Science has made this country a place where dreams come true — this is why we all need to protect science. In addition, as a science writer, I try to get readers to understand how science is related to their daily lives. So I ended up on that frightening stage on that sunny Saturday in April — Earth Day. Despite the body shakes and fear, I persevered. That day, I looked out into the crowd of like-minded science supporters and I felt comfort. Reaching that milestone goal of getting through a speech truly changed me. At almost forty, I learned that passion can set off a flame in my heart to do things I never dreamed possible. The darkness that led to my speech is sure to lead to new opportunities and adventures. 24.Which of the following can replace the underlined word “nemesis” in Para.1? A.Advantage B.Annoyance C.Preference. D.Strength. 25.How did the author behave about public speaking after leaving Toastmasters? A.He began to feel less worried. B.He became a polished speaker. C.He remained a shy speaker. D.Things became worse for him. 26.What made the author want to speak out on Earth Day? A.It was a good chance to learn science. B.He must rise up to defend his profession. C.It was a project organized by Toastmasters. D.He couldn’t have people attacking science. 27.What lesson did the author draw from his successful speech? A.Passion can motive us to achieve the unachievable. B.No difficulty can be overcome with great effort. C.Science can lead us to make wonderful changes. D.Frustration can be stepping stones to success. C Imagine waking up one morning to find your smartphone missing. You can no longer get guided to work, order your coffee, or connect with friends. For most of us, it is a nightmare(噩梦). But it should not be exactly far-fetched. Despite being more digitally connected than ever, we are lonelier and more anxious. Anxiety rates increased by 25% globally. Depression now affects over 280 million people worldwide. All of this is due to our growing dependence on social media and smart technologies designed to offer quick relief but often at the expense of deep, meaningful engagement, which may further cause our loss of something easy to be ignored. While these conveniences offer short-term relief, they may weaken our thinking skills. For example, GPS has undeniably transformed how we travel. But a 2020 study found that frequent GPS users struggle more with self-guided navigation. Over time, those who depended more on GPS showed a sharp decline in spatial memory and problem-solving skills. However, reducing dependence on these conveniences can lead to discomfort. In seeking comfort today, we might be trading away some discomfort. That is the problem: the very discomfort we avoid is often what strengthens us. Viewing stress, a kind of discomfort, as a challenge rather than a threat leads to better outcomes. Research shows that mild stress can enhance adaptability. Neuroscience reveals that neuroplasticity — the brain’s ability to form new connections — is enhanced through challenging experiences. This adaptability is crucial for developing resilience(恢复力), a process fueled by both mental challenges and active effort. But this doesn’t mean we should reject comfort entirely; it’s to balance it with intentional discomfort. Think of it as “microdosing hardship” — a series of small, manageable difficulties that keep our mental and emotional muscles strong, such as writing with a pen, or washing dishes by hand. These small acts are enough to reawaken the resilience we’ve buried under layers of ease. So, the next time you feel the pull of ease, pause. Ask yourself: Is this momentary comfort helping me grow or is it keeping me stuck? Choosing discomfort isn’t easy, but sometimes, it’s worth it. 28.What does the underlined word “far-fetched” in Paragraph 1 probably mean? A.Possible to change. B.Certain to function. C.Unlikely to be settled. D.Unable to be accepted. 29.What may digital conveniences cause according to the text? A.The fast but worthless relief. B.The meaningful engagement. C.The loss of thinking capacity. D.The lack of necessary comfort. 30.Which is a real-life application of “microdosing hardship”? A.Taking the stairs instead of the lift. B.Ordering take-out food after work. C.Exploring a new city by using GPS. D.Writing an email using voice-to-text. 31.What can be a suitable title for the text? A.GPS: the invisible cost of convenience B.Stress: the main cause of brain damage C.Discomfort: a hidden source of resilience D.Smartphones: barriers to human progress D Marine communities traveled to Antarctica during the Earth’s warmest phase in 66 million years, long before a major extinction occurred. Recently, a team of researchers compared biodiversity and global community structure, and they discovered that the community frequently responds to climate change millions of years before biodiversity loss occurs. The study implies that plankton (浮游生物) relocated to cooler places to escape the tropical heat, leaving only the most highly specialized species to survive. These findings suggest that changes on the community size will be visible long before extinctions, and that greater effort should be put into monitoring the structure of marine communities to potentially forecast future marine extinctions. Dr Adam Woodhouse from the University of Bristol’s School of Earth Sciences, explained: “Considering three billion people live in the tropics, this is not great news. Biodiversity among marine plankton groups has changed in the last 66 million years, but no one had explored it on a global, spatial scale through the lens of a single database.”  “We used the Triton dataset that I created during my PhD, offering new insights into how biodiversity responds spatially to global changes in climate, especially during intervals of global warmth relevant to future warming predictions.” Adam added. The fossil record of marine plankton is the most complete and extensive document of ancient biological changes available to science. By applying advanced computational analyses to this document, researchers detailed global community structure of the oceans since the death of the dinosaurs, revealing that community change often precedes the extinction of organisms. The team intends to apply similar strategies to additional marine plankton groupings. This study only looked at planktonic foraminifera (有孔虫类); however, there are numerous additional microfossil groups that play key roles in marine food webs to be investigated. They must also use historical and current patterns to anticipate future community organization with new climate models. 32.What is the major finding of the study? A.Tropical plankton adapted to extreme heat. B.Marine life responds earlier than expected. C.Fossil records predict future climate change. D.Warming causes immediate biodiversity loss. 33.What do we know from paragraph 3? A.Fossil fuel use must be stopped immediately. B.Ocean shipping traffic need stricter regulation. C.Gene editing of plankton makes for their heat tolerance. D.Monitoring marine community structure should be enhanced. 34.What role did the Triton dataset play in the research? A.Predict future climate models. B.Track species’ extinction timelines. C.Compare tropical and polar ecosystems. D.Reveal spatial responses to global warmth. 35.What will the research team investigate next? A.Causes of tropical extinctions. B.Forms of the Ice age community. C.Samples of other groups and models. D.Adaptation strategies of human beings. 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。 As a leadership consultant for many years, I’ve found many of the leaders I work with report feeling frustrated as they face the continuous change and uncertainty in the growing challenges of their roles. 36 Throughout their careers, leaders are conditioned to come up with the final, correct answer. Given that human’s brains are hardwired to see uncertainty as a risk or threat, it’s physiologically normal to feel stress when faced with unfamiliar situations. Sadly, in the world of leadership training, we often celebrate qualities like decisiveness, innovation, and resilience. 37 Without it, even the most talented leaders struggle to sustain their success. According to the psychological definition, frustration tolerance involves the capacity to bear discomfort, regulate emotional responses, and maintain a forward mindset in the face of challenges. 38 It not only allows leaders to stand the discomfort of building something meaningful without giving up but also helps them stay grounded and purposeful, even when immediate results aren’t what they hoped for. 39 Leaders can train their frustration tolerance by pursuing goals outside of leadership that don’t offer instant rewards. Try going to the gym teaching discipline, patience, and the value of gradual progress. These experiences build resilience and reinforce frustration tolerance as a transferable skill. 40 Leadership and entrepreneurship are marathons, not sprints (冲刺). Honoring your energy ensures you’re better equipped to handle frustration and maintain the stamina needed for long-term success. A.They quit their jobs out of the blue. B.Understandably, it’s easy for them to feel this way. C.In leadership, it is the unsung hero of long-term success. D.One vital skill — frustration tolerance — is often overlooked. E.Leadership can’t be defined by a one-size-fits-all approach. F.Developing frustration tolerance isn’t easy, but it’s possible. G.Also, remember to prioritize rest and create space to recharge. 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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 Delphine Expert handed her five-year-old daughter, Zoey, her phone so she could record “treasures” she found on a walk. She never 41 “to be one of the treasures.” As Delphine 42 with Newsweek, Zoey has autism (自闭症) and was non-verbal until recently. The little girl began 43 violin lessons last year, and that led her to say a few “ 44 words” like “mom.” Almost a year later, Zoey had another 45 and is now “able to communicate a little bit.” For that reason, a video Zoey recently 46 was especially endearing to Delphine. The sentimental mother 47 it on TikTok, and it quickly went viral, getting hundreds of likes. It shows Zoey’s 48 as she focuses on common things like the grass, the sky, the clouds, her car, and her house. But the mother didn’t think she’d be one of the 49 Zoey would find on her way. At the end, Zoey 50 the camera at her mom and happily shares how much she loves her. “And there’s my beautiful mom. She’s the best mom. I love her so much, and she’s the best mom in the whole world,” she says excitedly. The Mother nearly 51 the sweet video but fortunately watched it all the way through. The proud mother said she nearly missed the video but fortunately watched it first and was 52 by the “beautiful end.” Delphine explained that her daughter’s sweet words took years of 53 , and she couldn’t be happier to hear them. Delphine 54 Zoey “24/7” because of her special needs. She also homeschools her with the help of an online program that specializes in autism. “She sounds so overwhelmed with her love for mommy, and you are the best treasure out of them all,” one 55 read. 41.A.attempted B.expected C.managed D.decided 42.A.shared B.greeted C.complained D.agreed 43.A.finishing B.giving C.taking D.teaching 44.A.musical B.promising C.innocent D.simple 45.A.pronunciation B.breakthrough C.behavior D.feedback 46.A.concentrated B.mentioned C.captured D.spotted 47.A.posted B.distributed C.published D.announced 48.A.inspiration B.perspective C.enthusiasm D.innovation 49.A.treasures B.strangers C.performers D.friends 50.A.gives B.delivers C.points D.passes 51.A.edited B.deleted C.downloaded D.copied 52.A.tricked B.scared C.beaten D.struck 53.A.focus B.experience C.survey D.observation 54.A.spy on B.speak to C.learn from D.tend to 55.A.video B.audience C.host D.comment 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。 The Taklimakan Desert, infamous as the “Sea of Death”, has now been fully encircled by the longest sand-blocking green ecological barrier, 56 length reaches an impressive 3, 046 kilometers, 57 (mark) the completion of over 40 years of efforts to contain the desert expansion within a safety zone. Covering 337, 600 square kilometers, the Taklimakan is China’s largest drifting desert, which poses an 58 (increasing) alarming threat to surrounding oases and serves as a significant source of dust storms and an upwind area for the country. In an effort to battle desertification and relieve the unfavorable effects of shifting sands and dust storms 59 nearby residents, the “Green Great Wall” has gradually emerged. So far, alongside the green belt, efforts 60 (make) to promote the development of sand-related industries, such as ceramics and pottery. The green belt not only acts as 61 ecological barrier but also stabilizes agriculture, boosts Xinjiang’s economic development, and highlights China’s technological and organizational strength in ecological governance. It is a shining example of 62 can be achieved through technological innovation and organizational capabilities. With a target 63 (restore) 2.34 million hectares of degraded land by 2030, this ongoing initiative will safeguard the environment and promote 64 (region) sustainable development. With the successful completion of the green barrier, this region, once 65 (trouble) by serious sandstorms, is set to see renewed vitality and dynamic ecosystems. 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，现在英国一所高中学习，得知当地一所儿童福利院(Children’s Welfare Home)正在招募志愿者。请给福利院负责人Sarah写一封邮件申请做志愿者，内容包括： 1. 陈述你的优势； 2. 表达期盼。 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 Sarah, I am Li Hua, a high school student from China, currently studying in the UK. __________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours sincerely, 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。 The old workshop door creaked open. Clara walked in quietly. Her shoes stepped on wood shavings (刨花) that sparkled in the sunlight. Through the dusty windows, the morning light shone on Grandfather’s rough hands. He was gluing a maple chair leg. The wall calendar still showed January. Its yellowed pages were curling, just like dry leaves. An open order book lay on the desk. February’s page was empty. There had been no new orders since mid-January. Clara held her breath and recorded Grandfather with her phone. She focused on his quick hands as he measured angles with a metal ruler. “This might help him,” she thought, eager to show how skilled he was. However, when she posted the video online, negative comments flooded in. “Old ways for a dying business!” “No wonder the business is failing!” Saddened, Clara deleted the video quickly. A spider crawled over the empty order book. Its blank pages showed not many people wanted handmade things these days. “Want to see my treasure?” Grandpa’ s voice broke the silence. He opened a leather album filled with pencil sketches (草图) like library chairs from 1958 and park benches from 1962. A faded photo slipped out: a smiling boy missing two teeth was grinning at the camera, holding a curved (弯曲的) spoon proudly. “Timmy, my former student,” Grandfather smiled, touching the curve of the spoon in the photo. “Now he designs furniture for tall buildings. Last month’s newspaper had an article about his curved stairs. It was inspired by this very spoon.” He tapped the photo, adding, “Machines make things fast, but hands remember stories.” Clara looked at the photo — the curved spoon, Timmy’s smile, and Grandpa’s young handwriting on the back: Timmy’s first repair, age 7. Beside her, fresh wood shavings were shining. “Stories must be told,” Clara murmured, taking out her phone again. This time, she aimed to share not just the work, but the story behind it. 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。 Paragraph 1: The next morning, Clara uploaded a new video. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Paragraph 2: A week later, Timmy, now a famous furniture designer, walked in the workshop. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 答案第2页，共10页 高二第二学期期末 英语 第2页，共10页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $