湖南长沙市卓华高级中学2025-2026学年上学期高二期末英语试题

2026年上学期高二期末考试 答案和解析 【答案】 1. C 2. B 3. C 4. B 5. A 6. B 7. B 8. C 9. B 10. B 11. A 12. B 13. C 14. B 15. A 16. A 17. B 18. A 19. A 20. B 21. D 22. A 23. C 24. B 25. D 26. D 27. C 28. C 29. A 30. C 31. B 32. B 33. A 34. D 35. C 36. B 37. C 38. F 39. G 40. E 41. B 42. C 43. B 44. B 45. D 46. C 47. A 48. B 49. D 50. C 51. A 52. B 53. D 54. A 55. C 56. exceptional 57.was expected 58.to 59.exposure 60.explored 61.motivated 62.which 63.and 64.changing 65.to follow 66. Good morning, everyone! I am going to talk about one real hero in my heart. In my opinion, a hero is someone who has the power to inspire and guide others. He was a famous physicist who studied the universe and made big achievements. He had serious physical problems, and could only move three fingers. But he never gave up on life, and he never stopped thinking about the most difficult physics puzzles. He was Stephen Hawking. His strong will for life and great enthusiasm for science helped him to ignore the terrible disease and keep thinking. Hawking interpreted the saying, “While there’s life, there is hope.” When I am faced with adversity, it is his heroic spirit that inspires me to overcome difficulties and continue moving forward. From now on, set a worthwhile goal, draw strength from Hawking’s spirit and strive to be your own hero. Thank you for listening. 67. The next day, I gathered the courage to return, determined to apologize. Lila was taking an order when she saw me; she nodded gently, indicating sheˈd be with me soon. When she came over, I lowered my head slightly and said, “Lila, Iˈm truly sorry for yelling at you yesterday. I was really overwhelmed— my niece is sick, and I just wanted to make her happy.” She smiled, “I understand. Family matters most. Iˈll keep one for you. Could you leave your phone number so I can call you when it comes in?” I quickly wrote it down, thanking her repeatedly. Three days later, my phone rang. It was Lila, her warm voice coming through:“Hi, this is Lila from Starbucks. The bear cup you wanted has arrived.” A surge of joy filled me, and I thanked her again. I rushed to the store right away, and when I saw the neatly placed bear cup on the counter, I knew my nieceˈs wish would come true. Taking the cup gently in my hands, I was already looking forward to seeing my nieceˈs bright smile. It was Lilaˈs kindness that had turned my anxiety into relief. 听力原文： 1. 听力原文： M: Are you still a bank clerk? W: Not since May. My husband and I went into business together as soon as he left politics. 2. 听力原文： W: Iˈd like to order a birthday cake. M: We have various sizes for you to choose from. Here are the samples. 3. 听力原文： W: Hi, Ivan! Can I talk to you for a minute? Itˈs really urgent. M: Sure, Linda. What can I do for you? W: I have a history assignment about Confucianism. I know you have a book on Confucius. Can I borrow it, please? M: Unfortunately, Linda, Iˈve lent it to my brother. He is doing his project. 4. 听力原文： W: This is a waterfall I visited. I was impressed by it. M: This one of a harbourˈs interesting... W: Of all the pictures, I prefer it because of the light on the boats. And this photo of a riverˈs got beautiful colours. Shame, itˈs a bit dark. 5. 听力原文： W: What happened to your sister? She looks less self-confident. M: She was hurt in an accident last year, leaving a scar on her face. From then on, she has been sensitive about her appearance. Iˈm afraid it might make a difference to her character. 6~7.  听力原文： M: It's so nice out here, but just look at the river. The water is so dirty. W: Over the years, there have been a lot of changes in industry. Unluckily, few people are aware of what such development costs. Factories let a lot of waste into the river. M: ⑧I used to come to this river to swim as a child. At that time, the water was very clean and there were a lot of fish in it. W: ⑨As time goes on, the water is getting more and more polluted. It's high time that we sought a solution to this problem. M: I heard the local authorities began to take measures to control the pollution. 8~9.  听力原文： M: Hi, Sue. Nice dress. Are you having fun? W: Hi, Sam. Yes, I am. I love this party. That's a great hat. M: Thanks. ⑧Have you seen Henry? W: Is he wearing a shirt and tie, as usual? M: Not tonight. ⑧He's got his sister's blue trousers on! He's dressed up as Superman! W:I don't believe it! Look—is that Amy in the yellow dress? M:I don't think so. Amy's come as a Father Christmas with that red hat on her head. ⑨Check out Tony over there. Why doesn't he take that big coat off so that we can see what he's wearing? W: Oh, Tony's not wearing fancy dress. He always dresses like that! 10~12. 听力原文： W: Excuse me. Do you mind if I ask you a few questions? M: No, I guess not. W: Great! This is for a school report; we want to find out what students think of the campus food service. First, how often do you eat in the cafeteria? M: Almost every day. W: Whatˈs your general impression of the food here? M: Well, people complain a lot, but basically I think itˈs OK. The vegetables are usually overcooked, but I mean they have to feed hundreds of people here. You are not going to get something freshly prepared just for you. W: If I just put down generally satisfactory, is that OK? M: Sure. W: So you think the other things, like soup and dessert are OK? M: Yeah, thatˈs about right. W: Is there anything youˈd like to change about the cafeteria? M: Yes, the hours. Sometimes itˈs a real rush for me to get back here before 6:30. 13~16.  听力原文： M: I want to thank Professor James for letting me have a few minutes of class time to tell you about our field trip tomorrow. Weˈll be leaving by bus at eight oˈclock in the morning and returning at about five. Please bring your lunch with you. As you know, this trip is a requirement of the course; youˈre all expected to take part and then to write up a report in your laboratory notebook. Iˈve put together a handout to guide you. Please pick it up after class and look it through tonight. In it I discussed the members of the pine tree family native to America. As you have learned, the pine tree family has so much variety. Weˈll be looking at examples of them all. The points, especially the underlined ones, in the handout should help you to understand different types of trees. As your leader tomorrow, Iˈll try to make the experience worthwhile. But a field trip is a little like a bank: What you get out of it depends on what you put into it. OK, if anything confuses you, please tell me now. 17~20.听力原文：     Good morning, everyone. Now if you're looking for something to do this weekend, why not join in the Bartlow town race on Saturday?    The race starts at Bartlow Town Hall and finishes at the football stadium; that's five kilometers. And don't worry if you can't run all that way. Walkers are welcome too!       The race begins at a quarter past nine but you should arrive at the Town Hall forty-five minutes before, at half past eight, to check in and get your race number. There are money prizes for the winners in different age groups and everybody will get a free T-shirt when they finish. ​ Adults pay $2 each to run in the race. It is only $1.50 for children and students and if the whole family decide to run there is a special price of $5 per family. Make sure to wear comfortable running shoes. And don't forget to bring some water with you. Saturday is going to be a lovely warm day and you may get thirsty. But it'll be lots of fun—see you there! 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.What is the woman now? A. A politician. B. A bank clerk. C. A businesswoman. 2.Where could the speakers most probably be? A. In a hotel. B. In a bakery. C. At home. 3.Who is using the book? A. The man. B. The woman. C. The manˈs brother. 4.Which photo does the woman prefer? A. The one of a river. B. The one of a harbour. C. The one of a waterfall. 5.What are the speakers talking about? A. The man's sister. B. Different characters. C. An accident. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 6.Why did the man come to the river when he was a child？ A. To fish. B. To swim. C. To clean up the river. 7.How is the river now？ A. It has less water in it. B. It has got terribly polluted. C. It has been made much cleaner. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 8.What is Henry wearing？ A. A yellow hat. B. A red shirt. C. Blue trousers. 9.Who is wearing a big coat？ A. Amy. B. Tony. C. Sam. 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 10.What is the woman doing? A. Complaining about campus food. B. Seeking comments on campus food. C. Pushing for changes in campus food. 11.What does the man think of the campus food? A. Acceptable. B. Excellent. C. Unsatisfying. 12.What is the man unhappy with about the cafeteria? A. The vegetable. B. The closing time. C. The soup. 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 13.How long will the field trip last? A. 5 hours. B. 8 hours. C. 9 hours. 14.What are the listeners supposed to do tonight? A. Write a report. B. Read a handout. C. Study different types of trees. 15.Who will be the leader of the trip? A. The speaker. B. Professor James. C. An expert in plants. 16.What course are the students probably taking? A. Biology. B. Tourism. C. Economy. 听下面一段独白，回答小题。 17.What is the purpose of the talk? A. To explain the rules of a race. B. To tell about a weekend event. C. To introduce some runners. 18.When should runners arrive at the Town Hall? A. At 8:30. B. At 9:15. C. At 9:45. 19.What are the prizes for the winners? A. Money. B. Coats. C. Running shoes. 20.How much should a family pay to run in the race? A. $5.6. B. $5. C. $4.5. 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 Home exchange travel, a new way of travelling, is gradually gaining popularity among travellers. It lets people stay in local homes during trips, deeply experiencing local life and culture. Lin Yue, a young girl who has an adventurous spirit and likes exploring new things, decided to try a home exchange trip last summer. Through a home exchange website, she reached an agreement with a family in Paris, France. She had always wanted to go to Paris, and this trip gave her a special chance to experience the romantic city in a real way. When Lin Yue arrived in Paris, she was immediately captivated by the streets and buildings full of history. She lived in a warm apartment of a local family, which was in a lively community with bakeries, cafes and small shops. Like a local person, she bought freshly-baked bread from the corner bakery every morning. The smell of the warm bread filled the air when she walked on the stone streets. Then she would go to the park, where she could see locals playing chess under old trees or feeding friendly pigeons. In the evenings, she joined neighbours at the community square, listening to music played by local bands and chatting with them about their daily lives. Before the trip, Lin Yue thought travelling was just about visiting famous places, taking photos, and then leaving. However, this home exchange trip changed her idea completely. She felt a deep sense of connection to the city and its people. It was as if she had found a hidden world full of warmth. She realized that real travel is not only about seeing scenery but also about becoming part of the local life, communicating with locals, and understanding their culture. Lin Yue said, “Home exchange travel makes me feel another kind of charm of travelling. Iˈm not a person who just passes by quickly. Iˈve become a part of this city. This experience makes me love travelling more. It also makes me know that there are beautiful things everywhere in life waiting for us to discover.” 24.What does the underlined word “captivated” in Paragraph 3 probably mean? A. Confused. B. Attracted. C. Frightened. D. Disappointed. 25.Why did Lin Yue say she became a part of the city? A. Because she bought a lot of souvenirs. B. Because she took a lot of photos in the city. C. Because she visited many famous scenic spots. D. Because she lived like a local and joined community activities. 26.What might Lin Yue learn from her home exchange trip? A. Itˈs better to travel alone. B. Actions speak louder than words. C. Travelling is all about visiting famous spots. D. True travel means more than just seeing scenery. 27.Which word can best describe Lin Yueˈs trip to Paris? A. Boring. B. Ordinary. C. Unforgettable. D. Tiring. C About one in 10 people worldwide die from stroke (中风), the third leading cause of death globally after heart disease and COVID-19. The number of people who have had a stroke has been rising in the US and worldwide countries and regions. While stroke victims are living longer and surviving more than such victims before, theyˈre also getting younger. A new study in The Lancet Neurology reveals more people worldwide are surviving after a stroke, with no increases and even some decreases in strokes among adults over 70—but increases in strokes in younger adults, particularly those under 55. Among more than 5. 2 million adults surveyed in the May CDC report from 2011-2022, those with a stroke increased from 2. 7 percent in 2011-2013 to 2. 9 percent in 2020-2022. Although older age is a known risk factor for a stroke, prevalence (患病率) did not actually go up in adults aged 65 and older. The age group with the largest growth was 45 to 64, accounting for a 16 percent increase. Among adults aged 18-44, stroke occurrence also rose by a relative 15 percent. In plain terms, younger adults still make up a very small proportion of overall strokes, but rates are climbing quickly in these younger groups with no increases seen in older adults. Growing risk factors range from climbing rates of obesity (肥胖) to hotter temperatures from climate change, but the single biggest risk factor is the same across every region in the world: high blood pressure, responsible for a little over half of all strokes, The Lancet study found. Fortunately, of all the risk factors for a stroke, hypertension is also one of the easiest to monitor and change. A healthy blood pressure is anything below 120/80, which can be achieved through both lifestyle changes and medicines. Richard Temes, a neurologist at Northwell Health in New York, says the first step for individuals is understanding their risk, whether from lifestyle or family history. Changing one aspect of lifestyle can have a chain effect. 28.What can be known from Paragraph 1? A. COVID-19 is the deadliest disease globally. B. Strokes are the third leading cause of death in the US. C. There is a tendency for younger adults to develop a stroke. D. People suffering from a stroke live longer than those who donˈt. 29.How are Paragraph 3 and Paragraph 4 developed? A. By listing relevant figures. B. By explaining cause and effect. C. By providing supporting reasons. D. By comparing the similarities and differences. 30.What does the underlined word “hypertension” mean in Paragraph 5? A. Mental pressure. B. Body temperature. C. High blood pressure. D. Heart disease. 31.Which could serve as the best title for this text? A. Stroke: a disease on the rise B. Stroke: a younger trend worldwide C. Healthy lifestyle: a key factor to avoid a stroke D. High blood pressure: the biggest risk among adults D “I was dead for 67 minutes. Itˈs a miracle that Iˈm here today.” Those are the words of Bruce Richardson, who survived a cardiac arrest (心脏骤停) in July 2016 thanks to the quick actions of his friends and the first responders who refused to give up. It was an early summer morning, a typical Saturday. Bruce volunteered as usual in the community centre. “I had no symptoms that there was any problem. It was a completely normal morning; I felt fine,” he shared. “I was visiting with friends. Then, I passed out. What happened next I know from what others have told me.” Bruceˈs friend, Jack, had learned how to perform CPR, and he quickly began chest compressions. Another friend, Doug, dialed 911 and the operator walked him through compressions until first responders arrived. Once the ambulance arrived, the paramedic tried five times to restart Bruceˈs heart with an AED. By this time, Bruce had been without a heartbeat for over 30 minutes, often when time of death is called. On the phone with an emergency room doctor, one of the paramedics was instructed to try two AEDs simultaneously (同时). It worked; Bruceˈs heart began to beat again. Incredibly, he awoke the next day and was able to communicate. After a week, Bruce made a full recovery and left the hospital. Since Bruceˈs cardiac arrest, he has been able to resume a normal life with some differences. He now is a passionate CPR advocate. He has shared his story in the news, and last year he was a guest speaker at the Associationˈs Indianapolis Heart & Stroke Ball to encourage people to spread the message of CPR. Finally, Bruce shared his story in a video now being used to promote American Heart Association Hands-Only CPR kiosks installed around the country. 32.What made Bruceˈs survival from a cardiac arrest possible? A. The doctorˈs first aid without delay. B. The instant actions of his friends and the first responders. C. His volunteer experiences in the community centre. D. His friendsˈ proper guidance on performing CPR. 33.Why did Bruce share his story in a video? A. To advocate the application of CPR. B. To appeal to more people to volunteer. C. To share his struggle for a normal life. D. To enhance peopleˈs awareness of fitness. 34.What can we learn from Bruceˈs story? A. Hard work will pay off one day. B. Ease your mind when panic arises. C. Learning to live in the present matters. D. The knowledge of first aid counts. 35.What is the text? A. A research paper. B. A book review. C. A news report. D. A course advertisement. 三、阅读七选五：本大题共5小题，共12.5分。 Itˈs now been 10 years since I sold everything and left the United States to travel the world. Here are some of my best travel planning tips to help you have a great trip.    (36)    I donˈt know how to answer when readers ask how many days they should spend travelling in a particular country or city. The truth is that I have no idea what youˈll enjoy or who youˈll meet. My advice is to pick a starting point, 1 or 2 must-do activities, and an ending point (or not).    (37)    Be open to changing your plans if you learn about something along the way! Learn a few foreign words. Thereˈs no need to be fluent in order to visit a foreign country. However, mastering a few phrases in the local language can improve your travel experience.    (38)    But remember that this is your problem, not theirs. Raising your voice doesnˈt magically help Mexicans understand English. Try hand signals, images on your phone, or Google Translate! Write down the address of your hotel. Sometimes, after a long flight playing games on your smartphone, your battery could end up dead. And if you didnˈt write down where youˈre staying, how will you tell the taxi driver?    (39)    Read a book about the country. Before you travel to a new country, I recommend reading a good book about it to learn more about its history and culture before you arrive.    (40)    Your travel experience will be different if you already know about your destination. A. Pick a starting point. B. Be flexible and donˈt overplan. C. Then just let the universe determine the rest. D. You are sure to benefit from these simple images. E. This could be as simple as a popular novel by a local author. F. Not being able to communicate while travelling can be frustrating. G. I also recommend noting down your room number after you check in. 四、完形填空：本大题共15小题，共15分。 I’m a university professor at an art school. Last year, I decided to      (41)      online classes to gain some knowledge of Arabic (阿拉伯语). My teacher and I would meet a few times a month to practise      (42)      and go over grammar. During our communication, he also      (43)      details of his life. Gradually, the     (44)      of the first few lessons gave way to comfort. I stopped feeling embarrassed and began to open up about my own      (45)      and my struggle with Arabic. “Don’t worry; I’m here to      (46)      you. You’re hard-working and I’m sure you’ll do well in it,” said my teacher. I had      (47)      my students with similar words in my own teaching. It was      (48)      to hear them directed at me. The tables turned. “You are      (49)      today,” my teacher would say when I used different vocabularies or expressions. When I heard these four words, I got a feeling of      (50)     . It also surprised me that my confidence could be encouraged by such      (51)     praise. That was when I became aware of how      (52)      I had praised my students, because I thought much praise made them self-satisfied. But now, I had a change of heart and      (53)      that these plain words can mean a lot. Words      (54)     . And now I become more      (55)     when I use them. 41.A. keep up with B. sign up for C. make up for D. come up with 42.A. writing B. listening C. conversation D. translation 43.A. recorded B. shared C. avoided D. debated 44.A. eagerness B. nervousness C. excitement D. expectation 45.A. schedule B. achievement C. education D. experience 46.A. remind B. admire C. teach D. inspire 47.A. comforted B. discouraged C. praised D. warned 48.A. disappointed B. strange C. concerned D. upset 49.A. brave B. intelligent C. energetic D. excellent 50.A. calm B. relief C. joy D. safety 51.A. simple B. special C. common D. specific 52.A. hard B. seldom C. necessarily D. naturally 53.A. wondered B. remembered C. reflected D. understood 54.A. matter B. fail C. remain D. develop 55.A. curious B. certain C. careful D. confused 五、语法填空：本大题共1小题，共15分。 Xu Xiakeˈs life stands as an    (56)    (exception) example of following oneˈs own calling. Born in the late Ming Dynasty into a family of scholars, he    (57)    (expect) to get a high-ranking government job. However, he found official life dull and restrictive; he preferred the endless learning of the open road    (58)    the limits of an office, so he set out on a series of journeys that would last over thirty years.His lifelong    (59)    (expose) to Chinaˈs most far-off and impressive landscapes was not just for enjoyment, but a search for geographical truth. He climbed dangerous mountains,    (60)    (explore) large cave systems, and recorded the paths of rivers,    (61)    (motivate) by a real wish to check and correct existing maps. His method was one of persistent, first-hand study. This hard work led to an outstanding collection of writing—his detailed travel diaries—   (62)    turned simple sightseeing into pioneering scientific research. Unlike the poetic but often unclear travel writing of others, Xu Xiakeˈs notes included exact measurements, observations on rocks and rivers,    (63)    true accounts of local ways of life. His great work, The Travel Diaries of Xu Xiake, established his legacy not only as a great traveller, but also as the founder of Chinese systematic geography,    (64)    (change) forever how the land was understood. His story still encourages people today    (65)    (follow) their own interests with courage and curiosity. 六、书面表达：本大题共1小题，共15分。 66.假定你是李华，即将参加学校组织的以“The Power of a Hero”为主题的英语演讲比赛。请你写一篇演讲稿，内容包括： (1)英雄人物事迹；(2)你获得的启发。 注意：(1)写作词数应为80左右； (2)可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。 _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ 七、任务型读写：本大题共1小题，共25分。 67.I held my purse tightly as I rushed into my neighbourhood Starbucks. The rich smell of freshly made coffee filled the air, but I paid no attention. My eyes were fixed on the shelf where the limited edition bear cups should have been. But it was empty! My heart sank, but I walked straight to the register. “Do you have any more of those bear cups in the warehouse?” I asked, leaning forward. That cup was for my sick niece, whoˈd been begging for it for weeks. The server, a young woman with a name tag reading “Lila”, gave a polite but apologetic smile. “Iˈm so sorry, maˈam. Theyˈre selling very fast—we sell out within hours of getting a new shipment. Weˈll have a new delivery on Friday, though. I can put your name and number down to set one aside for you.” My patience broke. I hit my hand on the counter and said, “No! Thatˈs impossible!” My voice was loud, drawing looks from every corner of the store. “From downtown to the suburbs, this is the ninth Starbucks Iˈve been to today! Nine. And everyone says ‘sold outˈ! But I see them online for hundreds of dollars! Youˈre holding them back to resell, arenˈt you?!” Lilaˈs smile faded, but her voice stayed steady. “Maˈam, I work fifty hours a week here. The last thing I want is to bring a Starbucks cup home. We donˈt keep any back—first-come, first-served. Even regular customers struggle to get one. Can I get you a drink or something to eat? Our lemon loaf just came out warm.” Anger made my cheeks burn. “Forget it!” I hit both hands on the counter harder, then turned around and rushed out. The doorbell rang sharply behind me. As I walked away, guilt washed over me—Iˈd totally overreacted, but I was so desperate to see my niece smile. 注意：续写词数应为150个左右。 Paragraph 1: The next day, I gathered the courage to return, determined to apologize. _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ Paragraph 2: Three days later, my phone rang. _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ 第1页，共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $