湖南长沙市弘益高级中学2025-2026学年上学期高二期末英语试题

**基本信息** 2026年高二期末英语试卷涵盖听力、阅读、完形填空等7类题型，以科技前沿（睡眠与记忆研究）、自然现象（树叶变色）、人文故事（宠物调解家庭矛盾）为素材，注重语言能力与思维品质的综合考查。 **题型特征** |题型|题量/分值|知识覆盖|命题特色| |----|-----------|----------|----------| |听力|20题/30分|日常交际场景|短对话聚焦细节判断，长对话融入职业、健康等话题，考查信息提取能力| |阅读理解|15题/37.5分|自然科学（树叶变色）、科技研究（睡眠记忆）、人文故事（宠物）|D篇结合瞳孔变化与记忆处理，培养逻辑推理与科学思维| |书面表达|1题/15分|环保主题写作|以“地球口吻”呼吁环保，融合文化意识与语言表达，提升跨文化沟通能力|

2026年上学期高二期末考试 英语答案和解析 【答案】 1. C 2. A 3. B 4. C 5. B 6. C 7. A 8. C 9. A 10. A 11. B 12. C 13. A 14. A 15. B 16. C 17. C 18. C 19. A 20. B 21. D 22. A 23. C 24. D 25. D 26. C 27. B 28. D 29. C 30. C 31. A 32. C 33. D 34. B 35. A 36. F 37. E 38. G 39. A 40. C 41. B 42. A 43. C 44. D 45. B 46. C 47. D 48. B 49. D 50. A 51. D 52. C 53. A 54. B 55. A 56. committed 57.with 58.was appointed 59.using 60.finally 61.failures 62.which 63.has saved 64.an 65.to be spread 66. A Cry from Mother Earth: Listen Up, Humans! Dear humans, I have watched over you for hundreds of thousands of years. I have gifted you with fresh air, clean water, and fertile soil to sustain your being. But now, I am gasping for breath. Open your eyes! You cut down my forests, leaving numerous creatures homeless. You pour poison into the oceans, making the waters lifeless. You choke the skies with smog, turning my air harmful. I feel hurt, exhausted, and ignored. I still hope you will change from today. Plant trees, conserve water, and embrace clean energy. Only in this way, can you and I reestablish a shared world, where we can coexist in harmony. 67. 分析 序号 Action（行为） Response（反应） Emotion（情感） 1 As an international student in Ireland, “I” faced the challenge of others pronouncing my Chinese name Qiuyu. Every time “I” gave a self-introduction, “I” had to explain how to pronounce my name at least five times. Frustrated（挫败的） 2 In a lecture, the professor tried repeating “my” name over and over in front of thirty classmates. “I” shrugged and said “Itˈs okay, professor”, then forced a smile when the class erupted into laughter. Embarrassed and worried（尴尬且担忧的） 3 After the lecture incident, “I” stopped correcting others when they struggled to pronounce “my” name and just smiled and nodded approvingly. “I” found this approach spared “me” discomfort but might make “me” lose the opportunity to share “my” cultural identity. Relieved but later regretful（释然但后来懊悔的） 4 （对于续写部分，此处可基于后续情节推测，假设续写第一段）In a class discussion, “I” was invited to explain the meaning of “my” name. “I” took a deep breath and started to explain the meaning of “Qiuyu”, which represents autumn rain and the beauty and tranquility of nature in Chinese culture. Nervous but eager（紧张但渴望的） 5 （续写第二段）Many of my classmates got interested and came up to me after class. “I” happily answered their questions about Chinese culture, and we had a lively discussion about different cultural names and their meanings. Happy and proud（开心且自豪的） 听力原文： 1. 听力原文： W: I waited ten minutes at the table before the waiter turned up and when I finally got served I found it was not what I ordered. M: Iˈm terribly sorry. Itˈs been exceptionally busy tonight. 2. 听力原文： M: Hello. I left a pair of glasses in a taxi this morning. W: Sunglasses? Black frames with initials on them? M: No, theyˈre regular glasses with white frames. They were in a brown case. I canˈt see a thing without them. W: Sorry. Theyˈre not here. 3. 听力原文： W: Did you find the book on welfare projects in the library? M: It was closed before I got there. I had no idea that it closes so early on weekends. 4. 听力原文： M: Look! Thatˈs the building on the other side. The bank weˈre going to is just inside it. Letˈs cross here. W: Youˈre kidding. Weˈll never make it safely! Letˈs cross when the traffic signal turns green. 5. 听力原文： M: Would you rather learn a new language or attempt a new sport this summer holiday? W: To tell you the truth, Iˈd rather not do either. Iˈd prefer to stay at home and watch TV. 6~7.  听力原文： W: Whatˈs the matter, young man? M: Iˈm afraid Iˈve caught a cold. W: Do you have a temperature? M: I havenˈt taken my temperature yet. W: OK, then, Iˈll do it ... The thermometer reads 38.2℃. How about your desire for food? M: I havenˈt eaten anything for a whole day. W: Let me check you aver and see whatˈs wrong with you. Donˈt worry. Itˈs only a cold. Stay in bed for a day until your temperature is normal. Get lots of sleep. Drink lots of water. Donˈt get up too soon and you will feel better gradually. M: I can ask for one day leave from class, then? W: Yes. And Iˈll give you some medicine. Take it three times a day after meals. M: Thank you very much. 8~9. 听力原文： W: Did I tell you my brotherˈs working at Scooter, that new designer clothes place in town? You know, the one that sells really original jeans and T-shirts? M: Amazing! Iˈd like to work there as a shop assistant myself. W: Well, in fact, he wanted to do that, but they only needed a security guard for the shop. So he was given that job instead. Heˈs pleased, and he gets a great discount on all those amazing designer clothes! 10~12. 听力原文： M: Is Tim enjoying the university? W: He loves it. He soon got used to the university life. And heˈs studying Computer. M: Wow. That is a good field. My son Mark is studying Architecture. He wants to be an architect, but I worry that he wonˈt make a good living. I think about discussing that with him, but my wife thinks we should let him decide his own path. W: I totally agree with her. 13~16. 听力原文： W: Welcome to Person Interview Show. Today we have Mr Brown here to share his space experiences. So Mr Brown, can you tell us how you became an astronaut? M: I dreamed of it when I was a student. Our teacher shared with us a lot of knowledge about space. Then I worked hard and trained for 15 years to fly planes and then to fly a spacecraft. W: Can you tell us your most exciting moment? M: It was when I was chosen as an astronaut. You know, many requirements must be met -- a certain size, a certain weight, a certain age, and so many things. And I also felt excited when I first wore my spacesuit because I knew I was really on my way then. W: What was the most difficult part of your journey? M: Well, it was the change of gravity. The pull of gravity was the most powerful when we left the earthˈs atmosphere. We were heavily pushed back into our seats and couldnˈt even talk. When we got into the space, we floated weightlessly around in our spacecraft now that the gravity had disappeared. W: It must have been interesting, right? M: Yes. But it caused a new problem. We had to watch out when eating. We had to use specially made space food so as to prevent our food from floating away. Then it was very frightening when we returned to the earth. Fire broke out on the outside of the spacecraft as the earthˈs gravity increased. W: You really had an exciting but difficult experience. Thank you for sharing with us, Mr Brown. 17~20. 听力原文： M: Hi, Jessica. Are you ready for the independent life? W: Well, you know how I was really looking forward to being in charge of my life. Iˈm now beginning to wonder how Iˈll manage my money and survive on my own. M: Yes, I know. My rent is $400 a month and thatˈs in a shared house. W: Mine is the same. And Iˈm going to try to follow a healthy diet and stay away from food with too much fat. That will cost about $100 a week. M: I want to keep my food down to about $70 a week. Iˈm also going to buy a bike and ride it to college. That way I wonˈt have any cost of transport. W: My accommodation is only five minutesˈ walk from the college so transport costs will only be train tickets home. But I heard books can be quite expensive. We might have to spend $300 minimum on books. M: Thatˈs a lot. 第1页，共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 2026年上学期高二期末考试 英语 注意事项: 1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。 2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡对应题目的答案标号涂黑；如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在试卷上无效。 3.考试结束后，本试卷和答题卡一并交回。 一、听力-选择题：本大题共20小题，共30分。 1.Where does the conversation most probably take place? A. In a hotel. B. In a shop. C. In a restaurant. 2.What do we know about the man? A. He is short-sighted. B. He wears a pair of sunglasses. C. He lost a suitcase. 3.What can we learn from the conversation? A. The book was lent out. B. The man didn't go into the library. C. The library doesn't open on weekends. 4.Where does the conversation take place? A. In an office. B. In a bank. C. In a street. 5.How will the woman spend the summer holiday? A. By learning a new language. B. By relaxing at home. C. By doing some sport. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 6.What is wrong with the man? A. He can't sleep well. B. He has a stomachache. C. He has a fever. 7.What does the woman tell the man to do? A. Have a day's rest. B. Eat lots of food. C. Take the medicine twice a day. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 8.What does the womanˈs brother work as? A. A shop assistant. B. A clothes designer. C. A security guard. 9.Why is the womanˈs brother satisfied with the job? A. He pays lower price for clothes. B. His original ideas can be put into practice. C. He works in town. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 10.What is the man's worry about his son? A. He won't make much money in the future. B. He won't get used to the university life. C. He won't like what he studies. 11.What can we learn about Tim? A. He is interested in Architecture. B. He may be a college freshman. C. He works part-time. 12.What does the woman think the man should do? A. Give Mark some advice. B. Have a talk with his wife. C. Let Mark make his own choice. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 13.What is the woman? A. A hostess. B. A teacher. C. A tour guide. 14.What made the man most excited? A. Being chosen as an astronaut. B. Wearing the spacesuit. C. Flying planes. 15.What was the most difficult part of the journey for the man? A. Eating in the spacecraft. B. The change of the earthˈs gravity. C. Completing the spacewalk. 16.What happened when the man returned to the earth? A. He had difficulty in talking. B. He was heavily pushed back into his seat. C. Fire broke out on the outside of the spacecraft. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 17.What is the relationship between the speakers? A. Teacher and student. B. Mother and son. C. Schoolmates. 18.What is the man's rent a month? A. $100. B. $300. C. $400. 19.What does the man want to do with his diet? A. Reduce the cost of meals. B. Eat less high-fat food. C. Have a balanced diet. 20.How does the woman go to the college from her accommodation? A. By bike. B. On foot. C. By train. 二、阅读理解：本大题共15小题，共37.5分。 A The Enchanted Forest: A Magical Nature Exhibition Introduction Nature World Exhibition is thrilled to reveal that the Enchanted Forest will open in Edinburgh, Scotland on June 15. Set in the historic Royal Botanic Garden, this exhibition combines the beauty of nature with magical experiences, promising to delight both seasoned nature admirers and curious newcomers. Ticket Information Tickets for the general public will be available starting on Tuesday, May 1. However, members of Nature World Exhibition have an exclusive opportunity to join the waitlist three days earlier and secure their pre-sale tickets ahead of everyone else. Exhibition Highlights ●The Fairy Grove: Step into a mysterious grove filled with glowing flowers and hidden fairy（仙女）houses. Visitors will be fascinated by the delicate beauty of nature, with interactive displays that allow them to discover hidden secrets and magical creatures. ●The Enchanted River: Wander along a gently flowing river surrounded by thick greenery and ancient trees. Here, visitors can explore a series of waterfalls and bridges, each with its own unique story and some interactive elements. ●The Nature Playground: This interactive area invites visitors to engage with nature through hands-on activities, such as building fairy houses, creating nature art, and exploring a giant treehouse. About the Royal Botanic Garden The Royal Botanic Garden is a historic and picturesque complex located in the heart of Edinburgh. It is typically a place for scientific research and plant conservation, but for this special exhibition, it will open its doors to the public to share its natural wonders. With sufficient parking available, itˈs easy to visit and immerse yourself in the magic of the Enchanted Forest. 21.What benefit can Nature World Exhibition members get? A. A gift card. B. Longer visiting hours. C. A guided tour. D. Earlier access to tickets. 22.What can visitors do at the exhibition? A. Make nature artworks. B. Act out fairy tales. C. Feed magical creatures. D. Build huge treehouses. 23.What do we know about the Royal Botanic Garden? A. It offers limited parking. B. It focuses on nature exhibitions. C. It seldom opens to the public. D. It is remotely located in Edinburgh. B In many parts of the world, autumn brings cooler weather and a beautiful change—leaves on some trees turn from green to bright shades of yellow, orange, and red. But those colors are short-lived before leaves fall off their trees. Have you ever wondered why this happens? Itˈs all part of how the plants prepare for winter. Trees spend much of the year turning sunshine into food through photosynthesis（光合作用）. This process relies on a green pigment（色素）in leaves called chlorophyll（叶绿素）. But as autumn approaches, days get shorter and nights get colder. Plants can no longer make enough chlorophyll to keep their leaves green. Instead, they break down chlorophyll into smaller parts and then take them in. This saves energy because plants donˈt have to make chlorophyll from the very beginning when spring comes. When chlorophyll dies away, other pigments in the leaves start to show. These pigments not only create beautiful colors but also protect leaves from being eaten by insects or damaged by sunlight. At the same time, these trees stop putting effort into holding on to their leaves. Getting rid of their leaves can help trees keep water in their bodies over winter. It also allows strong winds to blow more easily through treesˈ branches, putting less stress on them. However, not all trees let go of their autumn leaves so easily. For example, some willows（柳树）may hold on to their leaves all winter. This can help protect their branches from hungry animals. Conifer trees（针叶树）likewise keep their needles year-round. Needles can bear the cold more easily than leaves do. So it costs conifers less energy to hang on to their needles than to remove and regrow them yearly. Have a close look at the trees outside your own window when the leaves change in autumn and fall to the ground. By collecting data on your local biodiversity, you can contribute to citizen science projects. Plus, spending time with nature can cheer you up—something many of us need as the days grow darker and colder. 24.What contributes to the leaves of some trees changing colors in autumn? A. Insects eating up the green pigments in leaves. B. The sunlight being not strong enough in autumn. C. Trees needing more energy to make new green pigments. D. Chlorophyll disappearing and other pigments appearing. 25.What is the advantage for trees to remove leaves for winter? A. It helps trees take in more sunlight easily. B. It makes trees grow new leaves quickly in spring. C. It protects branches from being eaten by animals. D. It helps trees keep water and reduce stress from winds. 26.What can we learn about conifer trees from the passage? A. They lose needles every autumn like other trees. B. Their needles canˈt stand cold winter weather. C. They keep needles all year round for energy saving. D. Keeping needles needs more energy than regrowing them. 27.What can we infer from the last paragraph? A. We can only enjoy autumn leaves by watching them. B. Getting close to nature improves mental health in autumn. C. Autumn days are bright and warm for people to go out. D. Citizen science projects only need data on autumn leaves. C When Loki, the golden retriever（寻回犬）, entered our lives five years ago, we anticipated that he would assume the roles of tail-wagging family guardian and personal trainer. Time has proved that not only does Loki fulfil all those functions, heˈs also the familyˈs ultra-punctual alarm clock as well as stand-up comedian. But without doubt his most unexpected contribution to our household is that of peacemaker. Now, Loki is the spiritual leader of our family. When we become irritated, such as when my wife mentions my weight, he always makes us stop arguing. Loki possesses a reliable warning system. As soon as our voices rise, he demands the restoration of harmony, first leaning his head on the leg of the instigator of the argument and staring at him or her with pleading eyes. If he fails, he will climb up and lick his or her neck affectionately, which usually works. Therefore, if we want to have a good argument, we have no choice but to leave home. After 28 years of marriage, time hasnˈt eased our hot temper, but Lokiˈs influence has. He has imposed his personality on us. He has also improved my well-being. When attached to a blood pressure monitor, Iˈve watched my numbers head in the right direction when Loki lies next to me on the sofa. Scientists say stroking a dog can reduce blood pressure by as much as 10 percent. As usual, the other day, just after daybreak, I found myself lying on the edge of the bed, pushed aside by Loki, which was lying on a down comforter, snoring（打鼾）intermittently. And it suddenly dawned on me that I spent more time sleeping alongside Loki than my wife. Although Loki has the ability to mediate, he is particularly unable to convince Tracey to let me cross the threshold（门槛）at night due to my snoring. My weight is undoubtedly the cause. Itˈs time for him to step back up to his primary role, a personal trainer. Come on, Loki. Letˈs go for a run! 28.What was Loki originally expected to serve as according to the author? A. A peacemaker. B. An alarm clock. C. A spiritual leader. D. A family guardian. 29.What might be Lokiˈs way to end the argument between the couple? A. Raising his voice. B. Barking at the couple. C. Interacting with the instigator. D. Running away from home. 30.What can be inferred from the last three paragraphs? A. The author blames his weight problem on Loki. B. Tracey doesnˈt allow the author to go out at night. C. Loki has a positive influence on the authorˈs health. D. The author prefers sleeping alongside Loki to his wife. 31.Whatˈs the tone of the passage? A. Relaxing. B. Critical. C. Serious. D. Ironic. D When we sleep, our brain is still actively processing the dayˈs experiences and integrating them with past memories. Previous studies have identified links between pupil（瞳孔）size and sleep state, as well as between sleep state and memory formation. However, it has been unclear how fresh memories are processed without blurring into old ones. For example, how do we learn to play the piano without forgetting how to ride a bike? Researchers at Cornell University addressed this question by attaching brain-scanning electrodes and tiny eye-tracking cameras to mice. They monitored the mice as they learned new tasks during the day, such as navigating a maze, and then observed them during sleep. (Fun fact: mice can sleep with their eyes open.) The study revealed two distinct substages during non-rapid eye movement (NREM) sleep, a critical period for memory formation. One substage replayed new memories, coinciding with narrowed pupils. The other involved recalling older memories, marked by widened pupils. These stages alternated rapidly. The team also discovered that during the narrowed pupil stages, blocking sharp-wave ripples (SWRs) limited the miceˈs ability to remember new information. It is also found that the brain has an intermediate（中间的）period that separates new learning from old knowledge. The results suggest that the brain can multitask distinct cognitive processes during sleep to facilitate continuous learning without interference. Itˈs like new learning, old knowledge, new learning, old knowledge, shifting slowly throughout sleep. The implications of the study are far-reaching: such a non-invasive means of monitoring brain function may help treat memory issues and boost memory, for example. The study also supports the hypothesis（假说）that human brains and computer systems may significantly forget old information. Catastrophic forgetting, known in AI, is an area where machines still lag behind biology. Whatˈs more, the findings provide a potential solution for preventing catastrophic interference while enabling memory integration in both biological and artificial neural networks. Despite the many similarities between human and mouse brains, similar studies need to be conducted in humans to verify these results. 32.What do researchers at Cornell University focus on? A. How pupil size is related to sleep state. B. How people learn to perform new tasks. C. How memories are kept without interference. D. How sleep state is connected with memory formation. 33.What is the finding of the study? A. Blocking SWRs removes old memories. B. The brain processes new memories first. C. Widened pupils are associated with replaying new memories. D. A transitional stage distinguishes old memories from new ones. 34.What is the implication of the study? A. It provides an invasive solution to memory study. B. It helps avoid large-scale interference and integrate memory. C. It denies that brains and computers may forget information dramatically. D. It supports that machines perform better in catastrophic forgetting than brains. 35.Which of the following can be a suitable title for the text? A. Code of Memory Integration in Sleep. B. Role of Sleep in Memory and Learning. C. Pupil Size: A Window into Human Brain. D. A Breakthrough: How Mice Sleep with Eyes Open. 三、阅读七选五：本大题共5小题，共12.5分。 Hug a Tree We know that spending time in nature reduces stress and improves our mood. We also know that the act of hugging ourselves or another living thing can improve our well-being.      (36)     . Thatˈs exactly what hugging a tree does! Read on to learn more about the benefits of hugging a tree! Take a Fresh Breath      (37)     . So, when you are close to a tree and hug it in a forest, you are naturally in a more oxygen-rich environment. You are also more likely to be breathing in fewer pollutants, especially if the forest or woods are away from a main road or airline. Improve Heart Health One study found that when we experience nature—whether by hiking in nearby mountains or simply looking at trees and birds on the way to work—we can increase our heart rate variability.      (38)     . Fight Against Depression Treesˈ positive effects on our mental health have been well documented. Researchers are even calling trees natureˈs Prozac. They note that feeling grounded or connected to nature can reduce anxiety and depression. When you hug a tree, you become connected to its powerful roots, receiving energy that can help to fight seasonal affective disorder or depression year-round.      (39)      Trees are one of natureˈs greatest stress-reducers. It works by connecting you to the environment and allowing you to feel grounded in both space and time. When you hug a tree, you receive the groundˈs energy through its roots. This has proven effective for people who have high levels of anxiety or fear, or those who suffer from nervousness and worry. If you donˈt have a tree in your yard, go visit the local park or the botanic gardens or hike in the closest woodlands. Find a tree that speaks to you or is impressive in its appearance. Go give it a hug.      (40)     . So what if passers-by laugh at you? The hug you give is not just to the tree but to yourself and your spirit. A．Reduce stress B．Receive more energy C．Get over your fear of embarrassment（尴尬） D．Both methods require little effort or time E．It is well known that trees produce oxygen F．Combining the two can create even greater effects G．This can lower the risks of many heart-related diseases 四、完形填空：本大题共15小题，共15分。 Little Barrett always wished he could fly like a bird. He often     (41)     tried to find out why he couldnˈt fly—even the big birds heavier than him could enjoy freedom in the sky. His     (42)     kept growing: “Is there something wrong with me that stops me from flying?” Another boy, Jacques, was lame(跛脚的). He found it     (43)     to take even a few steps, often feeling     (44)     when he saw other kids run and laugh. He didnˈt     (45)     sitting alone and hoped to improve his situation, but didnˈt know how to do that. One afternoon, Barrett met Jacques in the park. He ran over and asked if Jacques had ever dreamed of flying. “No,” Jacques shook his head softly, “but Iˈve always     (46)     what it is like to run     (47)    .”“ Maybe one day youˈll know that,” said Barrett. Together, they played happily, building sandcastles for nearly an hour     (48)     Jacquesˈ dad, Mr. Wilson, came with a wheelchair. Barrett,     (49)     of his new friendˈs wish, whispered a plan to Mr. Wilson, who     (50)    . Barrett knelt down, let Jacques climb onto his back, and held Jacquesˈ legs to keep     (51)    . Then he started running fast across the grass. Jacques waved his arms, yelling, “Iˈm flying, Daddy!” Mr. Wilsonˈs eyes turned wet. Well, true friendship is     (52)     on what we can give     (53)     what we canˈt do. We donˈt need to     (54)     perfect things—small kindnesses are most     (55)     to light up someoneˈs day. 41.A. quietly B. anxiously C. carelessly D. bravely 42.A. concern B. joy C. anger D. surprise 43.A. fun B. easy C. difficult D. strange 44.A. tired B. excited C. satisfied D. trapped 45.A. start B. prefer C. mind D. avoid 46.A. doubted B. decided C. wondered D. feared 47.A. highly B. curiously C. sincerely D. freely 48.A. since B. until C. while D. unless 49.A. sure B. afraid C. proud D. aware 50.A. agreed B. refused C. promised D. acted 51.A. weight B. secret C. pace D. balance 52.A. attracted B. spent C. based D. put 53.A. rather than B. because of C. as well as D. in case of 54.A. look after B. search for C. give up D. take away 55.A. likely B. ready C. necessary D. impossible 五、语法填空：本大题共1小题，共15分。 Tu Youyou, a     (56)     (commit) and patient scientist, was born in Ningbo on 30 December 1930. After graduating from Peking University Medical School, she worked at the China Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Beijing. She joined a team of scientists     (57)     the objective of discovering a new treatment for malaria in 1967. Two years later, she     (58)     (appoint) head of the project and decided to review ancient Chinese medical texts     (59)     (find) traditional botanical treatments for the disease.One medical text from the fourth century suggested     (60)     (use) the extract from sweet wormwood to treat a fever. Tuˈs team did experiment after experiment and     (61)     (final) found a substance by lowering the temperature to draw out the extract. After many     (62)     (failure), they at last found artemisinin,     (63)     soon became a standard treatment for malaria. So far it     (64)     (save) hundreds of thousands of lives worldwide. For this, Tu Youyou was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2015. According to Tu Youyou, the discovery of artemisinin was a team effort. It is indeed     (65)     honour for Chinaˈs scientific research and Chinese medicine to be spread around the world. 六、书面表达：本大题共1小题，共15分。 66.假定你是李华，在“世界环境日”到来之际，你校英文报将举办以“If the Earth Could Speak"为主题的英语征文活动。请你以地球的口吻写一篇短文投稿。 内容包括： (1)对人类某些行为的感受； (2)对人类的提醒和希望。 注意： (1)写作词数应为80个左右； (2)请按如下格式在相应位置作答。 A Cry from Mother Earth: Listen Up, Humans! Dear humans, I have watched over you for hundreds of thousands of years. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 七、任务型读写：本大题共1小题，共25分。 67.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。 “What is your name?” is a question most frequently asked when people meet for the first time. But for me, it was the first challenge I encountered as an international student in Ireland. The pronunciation system of the Chinese language is quite different from that of English. For native speakers of English, some Chinese words are rather difficult to pronounce. My given name Qiuyu（秋雨）, for instance, happened to be a great challenge for many of them. Every time I gave a self-introduction, I had to explain how to pronounce my name at least five times, yet they still could not say it the way I did. Once in a lecture, the professor tried repeating my name after me over and over in front of thirty classmates. I really did not know whether I should continue correcting him or simply drop the matter. I feared that my classmates might grow tired of my efforts or even lose patience with me. After all, I did care about how others would think of me. I realized that if I didnˈt stop, the entire lecture would be ruined. “Itˈs okay, professor,” I shrugged（耸肩）. The awkward moment ended with the class erupting into laughter. I forced a smile, unsure how to respond further. After that incident, I stopped acting as a “Chinese teacher.” Instead of correcting others when they were struggling to pronounce my name, I just smiled and nodded approvingly. This approach spared me the discomfort of having to over-explain. However, I soon found that by doing so, I might be losing something more important: the opportunity to share a small part of my cultural identity. 注意： （1）续写词数应为150个左右； （2）请按如下格式在相应位置作答。 In a class discussion, I was invited to explain the meaning of my name. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Many of my classmates got interested and came up to me after class. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页，共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $