上海市光明中学2026-2027学年高二上学期期中英语试卷

2026-2027学年高二上学期期中考试 英语 I.Listening Comprehension (30') Section A (15') Directions:In Section A,you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers.At the end of each conversation,a question will be asked about what was said.The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once.After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper,and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard. 1.A.Professor. B.Nurse. C.Librarian D.Physician. 2.A.A school trip. B.An old photo C.Jenny's hairstyle. D.A school uniform. 3.A.At a friend's house. B.At a grocery store. C.At a music festival. D.At a restaurant 4.A.Because she needs to revise her paper. B.Because she prefers to stay at home. C.Because she is on a tight schedule. D.Because she is not feeling well. 5.A.She missed her friends. B.She thinks she's catching another cold. C.She likes tomato sauce. D.She has a lot of work to make.up. 6.A.Change the meeting time. B.Check on Alice's situation. C.Keep waiting until Alice comes. D.Text Alice to discuss the weather. 7.A.Tom's speed in submitting essays is impressive. B.Tom often overlooks important details. C.Tom has a good habit in submitting essays. D.Tom is a role model for time management. 8.A.Looking for a job. B.Checking the brochure. C.Asking for information D.Making an appointment. 9.A.Exciting. B.Curious. C.Supportive. D.Doubtful. 10.A.She expects the man to pay for the meal. B.She is willing to pay her share. C.She thinks she was not treated well. D.She is indifferent about how to pay. Section B (15') Directions:In Section B,you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation,and you will be asked several questions on each of them.The passages and the conversation will be read twice,but the questions will be spoken only once.When you hear a question,read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one is the best answer to the question yow have heard. Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage. 11.A.Less than 1 gram. B.Aboui grams. C.More than 6 grams. D.About 17 grams. 12.A.Because processed foods offer low nutritional value B.Because mass production is required for these foods. /10 C.Because it's hard to know how much salt you're consuming. D.Because processed foods are generally morc expensive. 13.A.The importance of centrolling salt intake. B.The history of salt prescrvaton. C.The salt consumption habits in various regions. D.The recommendations on daily salt intake. Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage. 14.A.She wants her dog to have social interactions. B.She wants her dog to earn money for her C.She doesn't have enough space at home for her dog. D.She doesn't have time to walk her dog every day. 15.A.They make customers buy expensive pet supplies. B.They charge customers a fee to interact with the pets. C.They only welcome pets whose owners work there. D.They focus primarily on providing services for pets. 16.A.Pets in China are becoming more expensive to own. B.Pet cafes in China will soon replace traditional c'afes C.More pets in China are expected to take job in pet cafes. D.More people are turning to pets for cornpanionship. Questions 17 through 20 are based or the following conversation. 17.A.The airport and downtown. B.The major attractions in the cit C.Thc five main areas of New York. D.The diffcrent subway lines. 18.Λ.$2.75 B.s30.w1 C.$35 D.555. 19.A.The metro card. B.The bus plus pass. C.The city pass. D.The flexi pass. 20.A.He prefers to travel by bus. B.He plans to visit New York alone. C.He is on a strict budget. D.Hc has never visited New York before. II.Grammar and Vocabulary (30') Section.A(10'） Directions:After reading the passage below,fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct.For the blanks with a given word,fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word;for the other blanks,use one word that best fits each blank. How to cope with academic stress A lot of teens are struggling 21. _cope with academic stress. 22 stress can motivate you to work harder,it can also have the opposite results.If your goals are unrealistic,you will feel 23(disappoint)about your performance,no matter how well you do.High-performing students are able to set realistic goals and are well prepared. Since they divide their work into reasonable daily and weekly targets,they tend to be less stressed about their exams. Reward yourself when you are24(do)with your daily tasks,for instance by watching an episode of your favorite show.It is also good to find a hobby that you are interested in,preferably 25 that allows you to have a social life.Teenagers who are 2/10 26(involve)in club activities generally cope better with stress.Rest is an essential part of While some cities cope with overcrowded streets,others are actively32 any work schedule.27you do,remember to get enough sleep.A good night's sleep tourists.Increasingly,destinations take advantage of undertourism as a benefit -like is crucial for maintaining normal concentration and focus,28 a healthy body and Norway's 2017 declaration to "rescue tired travelers from overcrowded European cities by mind.Long-term stress and a constant lack of sleep can have serious consequences. flying them to Oslo.” While teens ofen have mood swings,these could also be the first signs of mental health The bright side of undertourism?Being a mindful, traveler is important no problems.Teenagers 29 seem depressed and avoid social interactions may need matter where you go.It's a chance for travelers to plot paths where their moncy makes a real support,and friends and family can be a huge source of comfort.If you're struggling yourself, 34.Travelers looking for genuine experiences could do better for themselves-and their find someone you can talk to. destinations-by heading off the35 track. Finally,remember that there's 30 _wrong with seeking professional help. Here are two"undertourist-ed"destinations recommended by travel writers: Section B (20') Flores and Sumba in Indonesia (A) Traveller writer Kylie MeLaughlin admitted Indonesia's need for tourists is shocking Directions:Complete the following passage by using the words in the box.Each word can only considering how popular Bali(巴厘岛-印尼t的岛屿均)is among vacationers.But Bali is only one be used once.Note that there is one word more than you need. island.And Indonesia's archipelago (has a population of 260 million across islands still A.beaten B.appeal C.intersection D.avoiding E.difference F.seeking 36by tourists.Fellow rave writer Ilona Biro sad Flors and Sumba have similar G.undiscovered H.conscious I.destination J.trustworthy K.undermarketed 371 Western Mongolia Undertourism Writer Aubrey Menarndt says traveling to dcstinations makes her journcys Overtourism has made travel headlines for a couple of years,pushing sustainable feel like she is discovering something new.Hiking in Mongolia's Bayan-Olgii provided such an travelers to do their part by traveling in the off-season,shopping local,or 31 cities adventure. burdened with too many tourists.However,there is a growing trend on the opposite side of the coin:undertourism,the phenomenon of inadequate levels of tourism. "In the still-deep snow of late May,my friend and I climbed a peak to view the39 of China,Russia,and Mongolia.The only being we encountered on our way was adY 3/10 40 mountain dog who motivated and kept us company in exchange for snacks,"she said. (B) Directions:Complete the following sentences by using the words in the box.Each word can only be used once.Note that there is one word more than you need. A.practrcally B.cid C.wired D.dishonor E.cease F.conduct G.stems H.basis I.consists J.delivered K.assumption 41.If the company is forced to its commitments with these customers,it could severely damage their credibility with these customers and raise doubts in their minds about their reliability. 42.To be frank,that charity program would. to exist without private funding. 43.The park was empty on its opening day so we just kept riding round and round on the coaster as no one was waiting for our seats. 44.The police took immediate action to Lan investigation into yesterday's robbery. 45.The inspiration of many Impressionist painters from the brilliant sunshine at the beach. 46.The program guarantees financial to low-income students who earn a "C"average or above. 47.Despite her tight schedule,the director works for the charity on a voluntary which really touches his colleagues. 4/ 48.Humans are to be jealous,reports The Economist in its year-end issue. 49.It turned out that this credit company copsisting of seven members hadn't.__on the promises,so it would be regulated by law. 50.As far as I know,the spirit of Lei Feng in whole-hearted devotion to public interests. III.Reading Comprehension (45') Section A (15') Directions:For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B,C and D.Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context. Zoos are the centers for conservation efforts."Our job is so much more than 51 being a place for people to see animals,"says Dani Hogan,a senior zookeeper in Philadelphia Zoo."At our zoo,you can visit 52 animals like pandas or golden monkeys,and learn about them directly from the staff.A visit to the zoo is not only a way for you and your family to have a fascinating day,but also an attempt to do something 53 for wildlife.Every visit does good to our conservation programs." Here are some typical ways zoos support various conservation plans: 1)Publicizing the importance Through offering54 with a variety of animals,zoos help people gain a deeper understanding about the significance of species conservation.Generally,this can be achieved with a zoo's exhibits,its staff ready to chat,and 55 i in-school programs beyond it. 10 regular daily work. 2)56 breeding programs Zoos worldwide acuvely participate in brecding programs for species under the 57.By carefully managing breeding pairs,the aim is to increase populations of endangered animals in human care and share new information that can support the researchers whose work is 58 wild populations. 3)Leading research Working together with other scientists,zoos are 59 in understanding species and developing methods for their care and preservation.As "America's First Zoo," Philadelphia Zoo has many times published leading research that both increases the quality of care for animals and provides advanced methods to 60 animals in the wild. One advanced system developed by Philadelphia Zoo,61 successfully served to inspire an organization in Brazil.That organization once investigated ways to62 important animals'habitats that had been divided into parts due to the transport of oil and gas After introducing the system,animals there can now safely travel from one 63 to another,increasing their populations. 4)Inspiring community Zoos provide visitors of all ages and backgrounds with amazing experiences and then a sense ot 64 about the natural world.By doing that,they cncourage willingness in nearby individuals to make common effort with 65 schools and organizations to conserve the wonderful wildlife.With all the work,zoos bring the importance of wildlife 5 conservation into their communities. 51.A.unforgettably B.dramatically C.simply D.eagerly 52.A.creative B.rare C.confusing D.cruel 53.A.ironic B.immediate C.faulty D. valuable 54.A. connections B.predictions C.replacement D.mixture 59.A.royal B.additional C.natural D casual 50.A.Representing B.Showing up c Creating D.Joining in 57.A. threat of extinction B.theme of love name of selection D.rule of law 58.A.held back by B.referred to as C included in D related to 59.A.followers B.pioneers transitions D.obstacles 60A. catch B.raise C.preserve D. attract 61.A. moreover B.instead C.in contrast D.for example 62.A.repair B.observe C.connect D.discover 63.A.country B.z00 C.habitat D.system 6,.A.adventure B.wonder C.sight D. balance (65.A.local B.distant C.sacred D.private Section B (22') Directions:Read the following three passages.Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements.For each of them there are four choices marked A,B,C and D.Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read. (A) 10 I'm a huge fan of the Pacific Northwest and its bright green forests,rough coastline,and one small house called Lake Quinault,I talked with grey-haired seniors about the best beaches decorated with wood,but visiting a top national park in summer often brings the old-growth forest walks and asked hotel workers about the Roosevelt Dining Room (so named opposite of what I come for-being alone-as huge crowds try hard to park and take photos. after Franklin Delano Roosevelt,the president during 1933-1945,came to visit),right next So,my last visit to Olympic National Park was in mid-September.I ended up bathing in the door. peace and quiet of forest among ancient trees and staying close enough to nearby communities 66.What made the author avoid visiting Olympic National Park in summer? to feel safe A.The wish to stay close to communities. I thought that taking the jump from my comfortable hotel room in the park into the great B.The likelihood to meet crowds of people. outdoors was unpleasant at first However,once I began walking slowly and aimlessly along the C.The quiet environment in an ancient forest. Hoh River Trail there and slowing down to observe beautiful sunlight and tiny mushrooms that D.The rough coastlines and the woody beaches looked like colorful umbrellas.I felt my breath deepen and my nervous system begin to relax 67.According to paragraph 2,the author thinks that traveling alone can for the first time in a long time.What I want to say is that just because the world seems A.keep opening up her worldview B.slow her down in living her dreams obviously set up for twosomes doesn't mean you have to let such a standard keep you from C.stop her leaving her comfortable zone D.give her a chance to stay in hotel rooms living your dreams right now.Solo travel has made me stronger and braver than I ever thought 68.What can we learn from the last paragraph? possible.It has opened up my worldview by throwing me out of my comfort zone again and A.Seniors in Lake Quinault are the best forest walkers there. again. B.The park offers five completely different places to stay in. When it comes to living conditions,the national park not only offers 15 campgrounds C.Big fireplaces in houses are meant to strengthen connection across its huge area,it's also home to five other choices for guests who would prefer not to D.The author stayed in a house next door to a famous president. sleep alone inside a tent-the small national park houses.Although I enjoy being alone,I have 69.The passage is mainly about to admit that one of the coolest things about these small houses is that they are there to A.the author's love for the Pacific Northwest strengthen connection among strangers,and as such,there is usually a big fireplace next to B.the author's solo trip to Olympic National Park excellent armchairs and sofas where guests can move around and make small talks at night.In C.the greatest tourist attractions in Olympic National Park 6/10 D.the brief comparison betwecn group travel and solo oncs (B) Habitat Thank you for your interest in becoming a bomcowner with Habitat.Habitat o时作包m金 is committed to providing qualified houscholds with the opportunity for affordable homeownership.We follow an cqual policy of homcbuyer selection and are accountablc to mortgage(按揭贷款)lending laws.We manage the homeowner sclcction and approval process at the local level. Qualified homeboyers must be: in need of safe,affordable housingApplicants may be dealing with substandard housing that is poorly built,damaged,or inaccessible due to disabilities. Low-income or moderate-incomeHouschold income must not go over 60%of the area averagc income defined annually by the U.S.Department of Housin.g and Urban Development Able and willing to pay an affordable mortgageHabitat cnsures that the monthly mortgage payments do not go beyond 30%of the homebuyer's monthly income. Willing to partner with HabitatOnce selected,homebuyers must partner with Habitat throughout the process.This partmership includes performing"sweat equity",such as conducting construction work on their homc or another famaly's home,clearing build sites to make way for new construction,writing lhank-you cards to iocal donors and so on. The following is an overvicw of the homeownership process: Step 1 Stcp 2 Step 3 Stcp 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step I:... Stcp2:… Step 3:.. Step 4:.. Step 5:Homebuyers complete the paperwork for a mortgage.which ends with thei signature. Step 6:Once all of the forms are signed and all of the construction is complete.it's tim to move in and celebrate! →Ready to apply? 70.The main purpose of Habitat is to 10 A.apply for bank loans for those in need of home B.build houses with the help of future homeowners C.offer houses to families with low or moderate income D.enable affordable homeownership for specific families 71.What can be learned from the passage? A.Low-wage workers may have little chance of being selected by Habitat. B.Homebuyers can partner with Habitat by performing construction work. C.Those who want to improve li.ng conditions should become Habitat's partners. D.That monthly mortgage payment takes 25%of the area average income is acceptable. 72.What is the correct order of the four missing steps in the process? 1 Local Habitat staff and volunteers carefully review each family's application parket and present their recommendations to the local board of directors. 2 There are information sessions where potential homeowners can learn about their homeownership program,ask questions and make connections. 3 Habitat staff make a'home visit to hear more about a potential future homeowner's desire to partner with Habitat. 4If a family feels Habitat's homeownership program is the right fit for them,they apply locally during an open application period. A.②④③① B.②①④③ C.①④3② D.①②④③ (C) Those who had the pleasure of watching Benny Goodman at work saw a rather 8 ordinary-looking man in rimless glasses and a conservative business suit;but they also saw a human being who could play the clarinet()like no one before or since.This made Benny Goodman a unique individual. Other Americans who have stood out from the flock include Joe DiMaggio,Beverly Sill, Ernest Hemingway and Jonas Salk.They,like Benny Goodman,were recognized and honored for no other reason than excellence. It is doing something better than other people that makes us unique.Yet a surprising number of people still see individuality as a surface thing.They wear garish clothes,dye their hair strange colors and decorate their skin with tattoos to make some kind of social statement. But an ordinary guy who has dyed his hair purple or orange is nothing more than the same person with a funny-looking head. The whole purpose of individuality is excellence.Those who invent,who improvise( 兴发挥)，who know more about a subject than other people do,.and who take something that doesn't work and make it work-these people are the very soul of capitalism. Charles Kettering didn't like the idea of cranking a car to make it start,so he invented the electric starter.Henry Ford figured out the assembly-line technique and made it possible to mass-produce automobiles,and Elisha Otis,inventor of the elevator,indirectly created the city sky-line.These people understood that individualism means working at the top of one's capacity. The ones with the purple hair and the funky jewelry are just along for the ride,trying to be"different"and not knowing how to go about it. 10 The student who earns straight A's on his report card has grasped the idea and has found the real meaning of individuality.So has the youngster who has designed his own spaceship, who gives piano recitals,who paints pictures of the world around him. Benny Goodman understood it too.This is why he was at his best,blowing his clarinet, in a blue suit and black shoes. 73.The author mentions the appearance of Benny Goodman to A.show what a talented musician should look like B.introduce an important figure in the musical world C.contrast with his talent in music performancc D.indicate that he can't stand out trom the flock 74.The author would most probably agree that A.an individualist tends to seek difference both in character and appearance B.the essence of individualism lies in pursuing excellence to the full C.being different in appearance is the very first step to being individual D.those who strive to win the recognition of others are real individualists 75.According to the passage,which individual's actions may not truly embody the essence of individualism? A.A scientist who conducts research solely advancing knowledge for the greater good rather than for personal recognition. B.A social media influencer who conforms to popular opinions to maintain a large following. 9 C.An artist who creates unique works but fails to gain fame and recognition from others. D.An entrepreneur who prioritizes ethical considerations over profit in his business practices. 76.For the main thread,the article is organized by way of A.specific to general B.cause and effect C.examples and conclusion D.comparison and contrast Section C (8') Directions:Read the passage carefully.Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box.Each sentence can be used only once.Note that there are two more sentences than you need. A.However,scaling up production may help reduce the price. B.Some producers worry whether insects can be bred at a commercial scale C.Therefore feed manufacturers are actively seeking sustainable alternatives. D.Meanwhile,research suggests insects may be more than mere feed. E.It came into force earlier this month. F.Despite marketing efforts,consumer acceptance of insect-based food is still low. First it was pets,then fish.Now it's chickens and pigs.The list of animals allowed to feed on insects is growing.A new EU law authorizes the use of insect protein in chicken and pig feed. This is a significant milestone for an industry keen to worm its way into the animal-feed business. 10 Since a ban on processed animal protein wos imposed in 2001 in the wake of the "mnd cow"discase,soybean und fish meal have bccome the basis of animal feed in Europe.But their production necds lots of space and can harm the environment.78 Insccis are just the ticket They arc rised in vertical farms that require little land or water. They can be fed on agricultural by-producis or food waste such as rotting fruit and vegclables. They're also a natural fit.Most wild fish,birds and pigs eat insccts. The one thing going against them is price.Insect prolcin is two to threc times more expensive than fish meal,and many times pncicr than soybcan. 79 Rabobank,a Dutch lepder.predicts that global insect production will reach 500.000 tonnes a year by 2030, up from just 10,000 tonnes currently.Prices are expectcd to drop as well. 80 They may boost growth ratcs and immune systems as well as filling stomachs.They also provide a more sustainable alterative.This year the European Food Safety Agency has ruled that three species of insects-yellow mealworm,locusts and house crickets -are safe for humans to eat.Oddly.people secm less keen on the idea than chickens and pigs. IV.Translation(20') 3l.广告市场的繁荣与经济状况密切相关.(rclate) 2.毫无疑问，良好的医患关系应该建立在善意和相互理解的基础上.(doub) 8.面对未来不确定的挑战，只要你坚持原则并改进方法，就可能实现自己的梦想。 aced...;likely) 正是多亏了全球各国采取的有效措施，温室效应在短期内才没有愈演愈烈。) 10 85.广件设计要考想日标消费者的文化背纰.这是把产品成功推向海外市场的关键、 (which) V.Guided Writing (25') 86.日前.根据规定.上海市高中生必须在三年内完成·项课题研究(Project Rescarch)才 能弁到高中毕业文凭、对此.大家意见不一，请你结台你的个人生活实际.谈谈你对此规 定的看法，并陈述你的理由。 注意，你的文章必须包名以下内容： 1、你对此规定的石花： 2、你的个人生活实际： 3、你的理由： 4.不少于20字. 10