河南郑州外国语学校2026-2027学年高二上学期11月期中英语试题

1 郑州外国语学校2026-2027学年高二上期期中试卷 英语 (120分钟 150分) 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，并标 在试卷的相应位置，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 读两遍。 1.What will the spcakers most likely do after lunch? A.Write a papcr. B.Attend a workshop. C. Visit a store. 2. What did the man's sister major in? A.Fashion design. B.Medicine. C.Engineering. 3.What is the main topic of the conversation? A.Gifts for a friend. B. A literature event. C.A going-away party. 4. Where are the speakers probably? A.At a cafe. B.At a university. C.At an animal shelter. 5.How can the man's recipe be described? A.It's a reward. B. It's a success. C.It's a problem. 第二节(共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分) 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A,B、C 三个选项中选出最 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6、7题。 6.Where are the speakers? A.At Tom's house. B.In a meeting room. C.At a train station. 7.How does the woman probably feel in the end? A.Worried. B.Relieved. C.Angry. 听下面一段对话，回答第.8至10题。 8.What is the man's problem? A.He has a temperature. B.He is struggling to save energy. C.He is too cold to do his work. 9.Where does the conversation probably take place? A.In an office. B.In the woman's house. C.In a school. 10.What does the woman suggest? A.Stopping working right now. B.Taking better care of their health. C.Discussing the issue with the leader. 1 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 听下面一段对话，回答第11至13题。 11.How do the speakers feel now? A.Bored. B.Disappointed. 12.What is probably the woman's main interest? A.Model cars. B.Doll's houses. C.Exoited. C.Model trains. 13.What will the man probably do first? A.Go to the batbroom. B.Get something to eat. C.Buy the tickets. 听下面一段对话，回答第14至17题。 14.What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A.Mother and son. B.Strangers. C.Teacher and student. 15.What month is it now? A.September. B.October C.November. 16.What sport was the man involved in? A.Football. B.Swimming. C.Basketball. 17.What does the man probably want to be in the future? A.A doctor. B.An athlete. C.An artist. 听下面一段独白，回答第18至20题。 18.What is the main focus of the program? A.Scientific exploration. B.Artistic appreciation. C.Management skills. 19.What will students need to do at the start of the program? A. Sit an exam. B.Give a report. C.Design an experiment. 20.What is special about the program? A.It stresses theoretical study. B.It organizes activities outside school. C.It specializes in computer-assisted research. 第二部分阅读理解(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和D 四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A New Scientist is the world's most popular weekly science and technology publication.Our website,app and print editions cover international news from a scientific standpoint. 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D.General readers interested in science. 22. What is an advantage of being a subscriber? A.Getting frec reading devices. B.Staying informed of e-updates. C.Taking discounted science tours. D.Attending lectures in universities. 23.How much is print and digital access for half a year after the trial? A.S64.99 B.S99.5 C.S129.98 D.$199 B I sat in my office,waiting for a student whose academic path I was about to stop.I had noticed a red flag in his final report:It answered questions I hadn't even asked.It was clear that he had presented AI output as his own work.But the meeting made me realize a flat ban on AI was not the answer. I had worked with AI for almost two decades—first in research,then in the private sector.I felt confident I was preparing my students for the future.Then generative AI rewrote the rules.For the first time,I felt my career was being threatened.So I adapted,integrating AI into my daily routine.But in the classroom,1 maintained a strict no-AI policy. Then the student walked into my office and admitted his anxiety.He felt mastering these tools was essential for his future,yet he had no idea whether he was allowed to use them.The more we talked,the more I saw my own doubts in him.My anger gave way to a sense ofuntruthfulness.I used AI daily—how could I expect my students to avoid it entirely?I hid behind rigid rules because I was terrified to admit the ground had shifted. Instead of failing him,I gave him a chance to rewrite his report.But I realized I needed to tear down the walls,not build higher ones.At my next lecture,I invited my students to negotiate an “AI contract”We drew a standard line of class:automating repetitive tasks was acceptable,but ignoring critical analysis was not. System architecture and design would remain strictly human tasks. The challenge also prompted other changes.I now limit papers to two pages and base grades more heavily on discussions,allowing me to reveal their thinking.After four semesters,I've seen benefits beyond reducing AI use. Our real duty as teachers has always been challenging students to think—especially in a world where machines are willing to do it for them. 24.Why did the author initially ban AI in his classroom? A.He was unwilling to see his teaching challenged. B.He was unaware of the benefits AI could bring. C.He wanted to preserve traditional teaching methods. D.He found it hard to adapt himself to generative AI. 25.What was the student's real problem? A.He felt anxious but stillremained untruthful. B.He needed AI but didn't know the boundaries. C. He lacked the ability to think for himself. 3 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 D.He thought AI too important to give it up. 26.What change did the author make to the assessment? A.He gave better marks to papers limited to two pages. B.He attached greater importance to class involvement. C.He drew up a standard Al contract for class. D.He equaled repetitive tasks to critical analysis. 27.What may the author learn from this experience? A.Al should be forbidden in academic settings. B.Students are expected to rewrite the rules. C. The best response to AI is to co-exist with it. D.Systematic designs outweigh repetitive tasks. C In an era dominated by bite-sized videos and rapid-fire social media updates,a seemingly counter-intuitive travel trend is quietly gaining momentum:"Books in Places".This form of literary tourism involves traveling to specific,often obscure locations simply because they serve as the setting for a beloved novel.Rather than flocking to traditional tourist landmarks, travelers are secking out the exact cafes,quiet streets,or remote shorelines where theirfavorite fictional characters once stood. What drives this niche(小众的)phenomenon? Psychologists suggest it is a reaction against the fragmented nature of modem life.When we spend hours scrolling through disconnected digital content,our attention spans suffer."Books in Places"offers a tangible anchor.By physically stepping into the landscape of a novel,readers attempt to bridge the gap between the imaginary and the real,satisfying a deep-seated craving for authentic, impressive experiences that require patience and slow digestion. However,as the trend grows, it invites critical reflection.Is this movement a genuine revival of humanities literacy( 人文素养),or just another form of superficial consumption?A closer look reveals a worrying pattern. Many so-called literary tourists arrive at these sacred sites not with a book in hand,but with a smartphone ready. They rush to capture the perfect picture for their social media profiles,reducing a profound literary masterpiece to a mere aesthetic backdrop for their selfies(自拍照).In doing so,they completely miss the emotional depth of the literature and the authentic culture of the local community. Ultimately,the value of "Books in Places"depends on the traveler's intention.If literature is treated merely as a travel guide for taking pictures, the trend loses its soul.But ifused as a gateway to engage deeply with both the text and the physical world,literary tourism can become a transformative journey,offering a much-needed pause in our fast-paced lives and rebuilding our inner world. 28.What is a key feature of "Books in Places"tourism? A.Visiting popular traditional landmarks. B.Traveling to real-life settings of novels. C.Writing novels about obscure destinations. D.Recreating fictional scenes in digital videos. 29.Why do people engage in "Books in Places"according to paragraph 2? A.To escape the physical demands of daily work. B.To promote their favorite books on social media. C. To find tangible bonds in a fragmented world. D.To interact with the authors of their favorite novels. 30.What is the author's concem about the growth of "Books in Places”? A.Visitors turn literary sites into selfie backgrounds. B.Local communities get no economic benefits. C.Consumers engage with literary emotions. D.Tourists destroy the authenticity of culture. 4 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 31.What is the main purpose of the text? A.To introduce a niche reading approach. B.To criticize the impacts of social media. C.To encourage reading classic literature. D.To explore a new literary travel trend. D The trademark lawsuit between Louis Vuitton and Molly Tea looks like a simple commercial conflict,yet it exposes our deep trouble of collective cultural aphasia and the loss of discourse ( 话 语 )power over traditional Chinese patterns.Though the court's ruling follows the law,many Chinese people feel upset.It's said that the four-petal floral pattern LV uses to protect its trademark may have come from Tang-dynasty treasure flower patterns and ancient persimmon calyx patterns,which have been Chinese public cultural treasures for thousands of years.However,they now become exclusive commercial symbols owned by an overseas brand. Many netizens publicly consider it a "reverse exploitation", which results from our long-time ignorance off traditional pattems.For centuries,treasure flowers,cloud patterns and Hui patterns have decorated ancient paintings,porcelain and buildings,carrying Chinese beauty and good wishcs.However,we have seldom systematically registered or protected them with IP(intellectual property)rights.Foreign brands have long absorbed inspiration from Chinese ancient patterns,made small changes and completed global trademark registrations.On the contrary,domestic brands use our anccstors'patterns casually without awareness of property rights.They only realize these cultural symbols have been occupied by foreign capital when lawsuits arrive.This is typical cultural aphasia:we admire the beauty of ancient patterns,but fail to guard their legal rights;we love national trend aesthetics(美学),but lack a complete system to protect traditional culture. Collective cultural aphasia may not merely allow foreign brands to privatize those symbols,but also block the development of domestic Chinese-style industries.If local brands face huge fines every time they use native ancient patterms,it will be hard to pass down traditional beauty.For a long time,we only enjoy the artistic heritage left by our ancestors passively,instead of actively registering pattems,building digital databases and perfecting relevant laws.As a result,precious cultural resources may fall into the hands of foreign businesses. Joint efforts are essential to fix this problem.The government should build a public pattern database and clarify usage rules.Enterprises need to value traditional cultural IP and create original Chinese-style works.With enhanced cultural confidence,we can safeguard our unique cultural symbols and let Eastern aesthetics develop sustainably. (four-petal floral pattem) (Tang-dynasty treasure flower pattem) (persimmon calyx patterm) 32.What does the underlined phrase "reverse exploitation"in paragraph 2 mean? A.Domestic brands use forcign classic patterns. B.Chinese firms recover cultural symbols via lawsuits. C.Courts fine foreign brands for copying local designs. D.Foreign brands profit from Chinese cultural resources. 33.Why do domestic brands easily get into trademark trouble? A.They simply copy foreign brands. B.They lack IP protection awareness. C.They fail to build digital databases. D.They refuse to follow the new laws. 34.What is the main idea of paragraph 3? A.Foreign brands seize our traditional patterns. B.Heritage is not appreciated or well-protected. 5 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 C. Cultural silence leads to multiple barmful outcomes. D.High fines stop China passing down traditional beauty. 35.Which of the following can be a suitable title for the text? A .The Value of Traditional Floral Pattems B.Ways to Register Traditional Chinese Pattems C.Cultural Aphasia Reflected in the Pattern Lawsuit D.Closure of the Conflict Between LV and Molly Tea 第二节(共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分) 根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 Whether it's woodworking or sewing, the act of creation can reduce stress and improve your mood.But you don't have to devote yourself to getting those health benefits. 36 And the more you do it,the better Here is what you can do to kick-start your art practice. 37 "Everyone is capablc of creative expression,"says Kaimal,a leading researcher in art therapy. In fact,her research has shown that there are no differences in health outcomes between experienced artists and ordinary people.So,how should you begin? Start with what you enjoy—maybe something you've done before, maybe something you loved as a kid.But keep an open mind. 38 Once you have your art materials,here comes the fun part.Let yourself get lost in the process and play.It's the physical act of making art that promotes those felings of stres reliof and positive energy. You don't even need to complete a project or like what you're making to feel those health benefits. 39 Kaimal likes watercoloring in her free time."Sometimes,when I don't like what I’m making,it frees me up to explore new ideas,because I've let go of expectations,"she says. Consider making art a healthy habit like exercising. 40 Just as you make time to work, exercise and hang out with family and friends,try to designate a special time in your week to devote to your practice. A. You don't need to be a Picasso. B.All you need to do is make art. C.In fact,that can be a positive thing. D.Stick to what you've already known. E.You may fcel more confident as you practise. F.Anything that engages your creative mind is good for you. G.Whatever you do,don't wait for creative inspiration to strike. 第三部分 语言知识运用(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 和D 四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 81-year-old Kathryn Mount has long been an adventurous person,determined to keep her brave spirit 41 in old age.Unlike most people who celebrate birthdays with cakes and gifts,she wants to 42 that people who love exciting experiences can be of any age.She has set a special 43 :to go skydiving at least once with every one of her grandchildren. Recently,she jumped from a plane over Wollongong to celebrate her grandson Bear's 18th birthday, moving one step closer to her 44 .Back in 2018,she took her granddaughter Ziggy skydiving,but Bear, then 45 10, was too young to join,which made him so 46 that his grandma planned this special surprise for his coming-of-age day. The jump was once 47 due to bad weather.Later,the pair leaped from 15,000 feet,falling freely for a full minute.Neither of them felt 48 ;instead,they were totally excited.Her skydiving teacher spoke highly of her 49 ,and Bear said it was his most unforgettable birthday.He never 50 his grandma would be brave enough to join him,yet she did it.The experience taught him a valuable lesson about 51 and love. 6 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 Now Kathryn is preparing for her next skydiving 52 _with the rest of her grandchildren,hoping to break the company's 53 set by a 99-year-old one day.Most people find the idea 54 when they first hear it, but she never doubts herself."Age is just a number,not a(n) 55 to stop chasing joy,"she says. 41.A.alive B.safe C. stable D. awake 42.A. mirror B.motivate C. perceive D.prove 43.A.example B. standard C.goal D.rule 44.A.dream B.right C. reward D.freedom 45.A.only B.still C.even D.indeed 46.A.worried B. embarrassed C. relieved D.disappointed 47.A.put off B.blown away C. carried out D.given up 48.A.calm B.relaxed C.nervous D.pleased 49.A.expericnce B.performancc C. attempt D.gesture 50.A. admitted B.estimated C. doubted D.imagined 51.A. honesty B.patience C.couragc D.loyalty 52.A. hobbies B.trips C. experimcnts D.lessons 53.A.cxam B.record C.deadline D.limit 54.A. ordinary B. reasonable C.boring D. crazy 55.A.comment B.excuse C. choice D.opportunity 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。 An exhibition celcbrating the skills of disabled workers in the field of intangible cultural heritage opened on Friday at the Palace Museum in Beijing,highlighting their great contributions 56 China's cultural landscape. 57 (hold)in the museum's Sensory Experience Gallery,the Shanghai disabled persons'culture and art exhibition showcases a diverse collection of works 58 (feature)renowned intangible heritage crafts,including leather carving,straw weaving and wax printing.The gallery,which opened to public in late 2024, 59 (establish)by the Palace Museum in partnership with the China Disabled Persons'Federation (CDPF). A central theme of the exhibition is the creative dialoguc between master artisans and a new generation of disabled artists,who are bringing fresh 60 (viewpoint)to these traditional crafts. Spcaking at the ceremony,Yang Ning, 61 master of wax printing and embroidered spheres ( 绣 球) 62 trains disabled students,described the intangible cultural heritage(ICH)as a powerful vehicle for empowerment."Learning ICH skills offers a 63 (true) flexible way for disabled individuals, as it prioritizes dexterity(灵巧)and focus over physical strength,"she said. Wu Di,director of the Palace Museum's Cultural and Creative Department,said the exhibition's unique setting in the Palacc Museum offers an opportunity for the works of these artists 64 (gain)global recognition. The exhibition provides a platform for disabled artists who have recently entered the professional art scene, offering them unparalleled 65 (visible). 第四部分单项选择题(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分) 66.The twin brothers look so much alike that even their mother sometimes finds it hard to one from the other. A.distinguish B.perceive C. demonstrate D.interpret 67.Wearing casual clothes like a T-shirt and shorts is hardly. for such a formal interview. A.identical B.reliable C.appropriate D.internal 68.People's taste in music can greatly from person to person,depending on their cultural background and 7 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 age. A.adjust B. vary C. react D.approve 69.Faced with the severe food caused by extreme wenther,the government has called on scientists to find practical solutions. A.assumption B.output C.yield D.shortage 70.The farmers in this area have switched to farming,which strictly prohibits the use of chemical pesticides and fertilizers. A.conventional B.organic C.nutritional D.intense 71.The govemment has taken a series of effective measures to the widespread poverty in the rural areas. A.expand B.convince C. alleviate D.estimate 72.Due to the severe infection and continuous diarrhoea,the patient suffered from dehydration and had to be sent to hospital immediately. A. steady B.raw C.vivid D.substantial 73.It is unfair to the medical workers for the initial failure of the treatment;they had done everything they could. A.blame B.handle C. transform D.pour 74. Before developing a new vaccine,scientists need to collect solid to support their theoretical framework. A.shadow B.concept C. fault D.proof 75.It was not until his third match in 1790 he finally beat Humphries and became Champion of England. A. that B.whether C.when D.which 76.Even though the noble was expected to read the letter at each performance,he always insisted that it out in full. A.was written B.could be written C. be written D.should write 77.If you lived in the Mediterranean, for instance,you would consider octopus a great delicacy.You would not be able to understand why some people find it. A.illogical B.repulsive C.eminent D.extravagant 78.We often read in novels how a seemingly respectable person or family has some terrible secret which has been concealed strangers for years. A.to B.from C.with D.as 79.Nowadays consumers become more and more practical and buy only. they need. A. where B.which C. when D.what 80.Our bad living habits will destroy the earth.Only by changing. we live can we save the earth. A.that B.what C.how D.where 第五部分写作(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。 My elder brother and I were on a vacation, and one morning he excitedly shared with me that there was a hidden lake atop a mountain nearby.It had always been on his wish list to see this lake,and he wanted us to make the hike to reach it. The trail was a 10-mile round trip,rated as a difficult hike.The moment I heard this,my heart sank,and panic began to set in,as I feared I wouldn't have the energy to make it to the top. I hadn't been very active recently and couldn't shake the belief,that with academic pressure and workload growing heavier,comes a natural decline in energy and motivation. Nonetheless, early the next morning, we set off, eager to make this dream a reality.The difficulty was apparent from the start.The route was steep, and my body protested with every step. About halfway up,we encountered another brother and sister who had decided to turn back,clearly discouraged by the difficulty of the route.I noticed the brother's disappointed expression,and something in me 8 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 shifted.I couldn't bear tho thr ught of siving up.Kight then,I made up my mind that1 would press on, no matter how tough it got. As we continucd on,a surprising thing happened. Instead of focusing on how difficult the hike was,I found myself appreciating the beauty of the surrounding landscape.Each step through the woods fclt like a joumey into a timeless world,where the heavy burden and stress from study secmed to disappear,replaced by the timeless rhythms of nature. My brother and I chatted as we walked;and I rcalized how much joy I found in the simple pleasure of his company.What had seemed like an unattainable goal had transformed into a source of personal fulillment and connection with nature and my brother. 注意：1.续写词数应为150个左右； 2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 However,the hike wasn't without its challenges. Finally,after hours of hard work,we made it to the top.一 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 郑州外国语学校2026-2027学年高二上期期中试卷 英语 (120分钟 150分) 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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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。每段对话读两遍。 1．What will the speakers most likely do after lunch? A．Write a paper. B．Attend a workshop. C．Visit a store. 2．What did the man’s sister major in? A．Fashion design. B．Medicine. C．Engineering. 3．What is the main topic of the conversation? A．Gifts for a friend. B．A literature event. C．A going-away party. 4．Where are the speakers probably? A．At a cafe. B．At a university. C．At an animal shelter. 5．How can the man’s recipe be described? A．It’s a reward. B．It’s a success. C．It’s a problem. 第二节(共15小题：每小题1.5分，满分22.5分) 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A、B、C三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6、7题。 6．Where are the speakers? A．At Tom’s house. B．In a meeting room. C．At a train station. 7．How does the woman probably feel in the end? A．Worried. B．Relieved. C．Angry. 听下面一段对话，回答第8至10题。 8．What is the man’s problem? A．He has a temperature. B．He is struggling to save energy. C．He is too cold to do his work. 9．Where does the conversation probably take place? A．In an office. B．In the woman’s house. C．In a school. 10．What does the woman suggest? A．Stopping working right now. B．Taking better care of their health. C．Discussing the issue with the leader. 听下面一段对话，回答第11至13题。 11．How do the speakers feel now? A．Bored. B．Disappointed. C．Excited. 12．What is probably the woman’s main interest? A．Model cars. B．Doll’s houses. C．Model trains. 13．What will the man probably do first? A．Go to the bathroom. B．Get something to eat. C．Buy the tickets. 听下面一段对话，回答第14至17题。 14．What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A．Mother and son. B．Strangers. C．Teacher and student. 15．What month is it now? A．September. B．October. C．November. 16．What sport was the man involved in? A．Football. B．Swimming. C．Basketball. 17．What does the man probably want to be in the future? A．A doctor. B．An athlete. C．An artist. 听下面一段独白，回答第18至20题。 18．What is the main focus of the program? A．Scientific exploration. B．Artistic appreciation. C．Management skills. 19．What will students need to do at the start of the program? A．Sit an exam. B．Give a report. C．Design an experiment. 20．What is special about the program? A．It stresses theoretical study. B．It organizes activities outside school. C．It specializes in computer-assisted research. 第二部分 阅读理解(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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A New Scientist is the world’s most popular weekly science and technology publication. Our website, app and print editions cover international news from a scientific standpoint. Highlights: News & Features Daily online updates and weekly magazine top picks bring you the latest scientific news, covering everything from artificial intelligence to breakthroughs in health and quantum physics. Written by researchers and expert journalists, feature articles separate fact from fiction and turn discoveries into easy-to-understand knowledge-no science background needed. Culture This section explores the intersection of science and culture, featuring reviews of books, events, and exhibitions. 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Unrestricted access to the app. Print edition delivered directly to your door each week. Trial: $20 for 10 weeks. Then $64.99 every 3 months or $199 a year. 21．Who is New Scientist mainly intended for? A．Students majoring in literature. B．Scientists devoted to research. C．Journalists covering global events. D．General readers interested in science. 22．What is an advantage of being a subscriber? A．Getting frec reading devices. B．Staying informed of e-updates. C．Taking discounted science tours. D．Attending lectures in universities. 23．How much is print and digital access for half a year after the trial? A．$64.99 B．$99.5 C．$129.98 D．$199 B I sat in my office, waiting for a student whose academic path I was about to stop. I had noticed a red flag in his final report: It answered questions I hadn’t even asked. It was clear that he had presented AI output as his own work. But the meeting made me realize a flat ban on AI was not the answer. I had worked with AI for almost two decades-first in research, then in the private sector. I felt confident I was preparing my students for the future. Then generative AI rewrote the rules. For the first time, I felt my career was being threatened. So I adapted, integrating AI into my daily routine. But in the classroom, I maintained a strict no-AI policy. Then the student walked into my office and admitted his anxiety. He felt mastering these tools was essential for his future, yet he had no idea whether he was allowed to use them. The more we talked, the more I saw my own doubts in him. My anger gave way to a sense of untruthfulness. I used AI daily-how could I expect my students to avoid it entirely? I hid behind rigid rules because I was terrified to admit the ground had shifted. Instead of failing him, I gave him a chance to rewrite his report. But I realized I needed to tear down the walls, not build higher ones. At my next lecture, I invited my students to negotiate an "AI contract" We drew a standard line of class: automating repetitive tasks was acceptable, but ignoring critical analysis was not. System architecture and design would remain strictly human tasks. The challenge also prompted other changes. I now limit papers to two pages and base grades more heavily on discussions, allowing me to reveal their thinking. After four semesters, I’ve seen benefits beyond reducing AI use. Our real duty as teachers has always been challenging students to think-especially in a world where machines are willing to do it for them. 24．Why did the author initially ban AI in his classroom? A．He was unwilling to see his teaching challenged. B．He was unaware of the benefits AI could bring. C．He wanted to preserve traditional teaching methods. D．He found it hard to adapt himself to generative AI. 25．What was the student’s real problem? A．He felt anxious but still remained untruthful. B．He needed AI but didn’t know the boundaries. C．He lacked the ability to think for himself. D．He thought AI too important to give it up. 26．What change did the author make to the assessment? A．He gave better marks to papers limited to two pages. B．He attached greater importance to class involvement. C．He drew up a standard AI contract for class. D．He equaled repetitive tasks to critical analysis. 27．What may the author learn from this experience? A．AI should be forbidden in academic settings. B．Students are expected to rewrite the rules. C．The best response to AI is to co-exist with it. D．Systematic designs outweigh repetitive tasks. C In an era dominated by bite-sized videos and rapid-fire social media updates, a seemingly counter-intuitive travel trend is quietly gaining momentum: "Books in Places". This form of literary tourism involves traveling to specific, often obscure locations simply because they serve as the setting for a beloved novel. Rather than flocking to traditional tourist landmarks, travelers are seeking out the exact cafes, quiet streets, or remote shorelines where their favorite fictional characters once stood. What drives this niche(小众的)phenomenon? Psychologists suggest it is a reaction against the fragmented nature of modern life. When we spend hours scrolling through disconnected digital content, our attention spans suffer. "Books in Places" offers a tangible anchor. By physically stepping into the landscape of a novel, readers attempt to bridge the gap between the imaginary and the real, satisfying a deep-seated craving for authentic, impressive experiences that require patience and slow digestion. However, as the trend grows, it invites critical reflection. Is this movement a genuine revival of humanities literacy(人文素养)， or just another form of superficial consumption? A closer look reveals a worrying pattern. Many so-called literary tourists arrive at these sacred sites not with a book in hand, but with a smartphone ready. They rush to capture the perfect picture for their social media profiles, reducing a profound literary masterpiece to a mere aesthetic backdrop for their selfies(自拍照). In doing so, they completely miss the emotional depth of the literature and the authentic culture of the local community. Ultimately, the value of "Books in Places" depends on the traveler’s intention. If literature is treated merely as a travel guide for taking pictures, the trend loses its soul. But if used as a gateway to engage deeply with both the text and the physical world, literary tourism can become a transformative journey, offering a much-needed pause in our fast-paced lives and rebuilding our inner world. 28．What is a key feature of "Books in Places" tourism? A．Visiting popular traditional landmarks. B．Traveling to real-life settings of novels. C．Writing novels about obscure destinations. D．Recreating fictional scenes in digital videos. 29．Why do people engage in "Books in Places" according to paragraph 2? A．To escape the physical demands of daily work. B．To promote their favorite books on social media. C．To find tangible bonds in a fragmented world. D．To interact with the authors of their favorite novels. 30．What is the author’s concern about the growth of "Books in Places"? A．Visitors turn literary sites into selfie backgrounds. B．Local communities get no economic benefits. C．Consumers engage with literary emotions. D．Tourists destroy the authenticity of culture. 31．What is the main purpose of the text? A．To introduce a niche reading approach. B．To criticize the impacts of social media. C．To encourage reading classic literature. D．To explore a new literary travel trend. D The trademark lawsuit between Louis Vuitton and Molly Tea looks like a simple commercial conflict, yet it exposes our deep trouble of collective cultural aphasia and the loss of discourse(话语)power over traditional Chinese patterns. Though the court’s ruling follows the law, many Chinese people feel upset. It’s said that the four-petal floral pattern LV uses to protect its trademark may have come from Tang-dynasty treasure flower patterns and ancient persimmon calyx patterns, which have been Chinese public cultural treasures for thousands of years. However, they now become exclusive commercial symbols owned by an overseas brand. Many netizens publicly consider it a "reverse exploitation", which results from our long-time ignorance of traditional patterns. For centuries, treasure flowers, cloud patterns and Hui patterns have decorated ancient paintings, porcelain and buildings, carrying Chinese beauty and good wishes. However, we have seldom systematically registered or protected them with IP(intellectual property)rights. Foreign brands have long absorbed inspiration from Chinese ancient patterns, made small changes and completed global trademark registrations. On the contrary, domestic brands use our ancestors’patterns casually without awareness of property rights. They only realize these cultural symbols have been occupied by foreign capital when lawsuits arrive. This is typical cultural aphasia: we admire the beauty of ancient patterns, but fail to guard their legal rights; we love national trend aesthetics(美学)， but lack a complete system to protect traditional culture. Collective cultural aphasia may not merely allow foreign brands to privatize those symbols, but also block the development of domestic Chinese-style industries. If local brands face huge fines every time they use native ancient patterns, it will be hard to pass down traditional beauty. For a long time, we only enjoy the artistic heritage left by our ancestors passively, instead of actively registering patterns, building digital databases and perfecting relevant laws. As a result, precious cultural resources may fall into the hands of foreign businesses. Joint efforts are essential to fix this problem. The government should build a public pattern database and clarify usage rules. Enterprises need to value traditional cultural IP and create original Chinese-style works. With enhanced cultural confidence, we can safeguard our unique cultural symbols and let Eastern aesthetics develop sustainably. 32．What does the underlined phrase "reverse exploitation" in paragraph 2 mean? A．Domestic brands use foreign classic patterns. B．Chinese firms recover cultural symbols via lawsuits. C．Courts fine foreign brands for copying local designs. D．Foreign brands profit from Chinese cultural resources. 33．Why do domestic brands easily get into trademark trouble? A．They simply copy foreign brands. B．They lack IP protection awareness. C．They fail to build digital databases. D．They refuse to follow the new laws. 34．What is the main idea of paragraph 3 ? A．Foreign brands seize our traditional patterns. B．Heritage is not appreciated or well-protected. C．Cultural silence leads to multiple harmful outcomes. D．High fines stop China passing down traditional beauty. 35．Which of the following can be a suitable title for the text? A．The Value of Traditional Floral Patterns B．Ways to Register Traditional Chinese Patterns C．Cultural Aphasia Reflected in the Pattern Lawauit D．Closure of the Conflict Between LV and Molly Tea 第二节(共5小题：每小题2.5分，满分12.5分) 根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 Whether it’s woodworking or sewing, the act of creation can reduce stress and improve your mood. But you don’t have to devote yourself to getting those health benefits._____36_____ And the more you do it, the better. Here is what you can do to kick-start your art practice. 37 "Everyone is capable of creative expression," says Kaimal, a leading researcher in art therapy. In fact, her research has shown that there are no differences in health outcomes between experienced artists and ordinary people. So, how should you begin? Start with what you enjoy-maybe something you’ve done before, maybe something you loved as a kid. But keep an open mind._____38_____ Once you have your art materials, here comes the fun part. Let yourself get lost in the process and play. It’s the physical act of making art that promotes those feelings of stress relief and positive energy. You don’t even need to complete a project or like what you’re making to feel those health benefits. 39 Kaimal likes watercoloring in her free time. "Sometimes, when I don’t like what I’m making, it frees me up to explore new ideas, because I’ve let go of expectations," she says. Consider making art a healthy habit like exercising. 40 Just as you make time to work, exercise and hang out with family and friends, try to designate a special time in your week to devote to your practice. A．You don’t need to be a Picasso. B．All you need to do is make art. C．In fact, that can be a positive thing. D．Stick to what you’ve already known. E. You may feel more confident as you practise. F. Anything that engages your creative mind is good for you. G. Whatever you do, don’t wait for creative inspiration to strike. 第三部分 语言知识运用(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和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 81-year-old Kathryn Mount has long been an adventurous person, determined to keep her brave spirit_____ 41 in old age. Unlike most people who celebrate birthdays with cakes and gifts, she wants to_____42_____ that people who love exciting experiences can be of any age. She has set a special_____43_____ : to go skydiving at least once with every one of her grandchildren. Recently, she jumped from a plane over Wollongong to celebrate her grandson Bear’s 18th birthday, moving one step closer to her_____44_____．Back in 2018, she took her granddaughter Ziggy skydiving, but Bear, then _____45_____ 10, was too young to join, which made him so _____46_____ that his grandma planned this special surprise for his coming-of-age day. The jump was once _____47_____ due to bad weather. Later, the pair leaped from 15,000 feet, falling freely for a full minute. Neither of them felt _____48_____; instead, they were totally excited. Her skydiving teacher spoke highly of her_____49_____, and Bear said it was his most unforgettable birthday. He never_____50_____ his grandma would be brave enough to join him, yet she did it. The experience taught him a valuable lesson about_____51_____ and love. Now Kathryn is preparing for her next skydiving _____52_____ with the rest of her grandchildren, hoping to break the company’s _____53_____ set by a 99-year-old one day. Most people find the idea _____54_____ when they first hear it, but she never doubts herself. "Age is just a number, not a(n)_____55_____ to stop chasing joy," she says. 41．A．alive B．safe C．stable D．awake 42．A．mirror B．motivate C．perceive D．prove 43．A．example B．standard C．goal D．rule 44．A．dream B．right C．reward D．freedom 45．A．only B．still C．even D．indeed 46．A．worried B．embarrassed C．relieved D．disappointed 47．A．put off B．blown away C．carried out D．given up 48．A．calm B．relaxed C．nervous D．pleased 49．A．experience B．performance C．attempt D．gesture 50．A．admitted B．estimated C．doubted D．imagined 51．A．honesty B．patience C．courage D．loyalty 52．A．hobbies B．trips C．experiments D．lessons 53．A．exam B．record C．deadline D．limit 54．A．ordinary B．reasonable C．boring D．crazy 55．A．comment B．excuse C．choice D．opportunity 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。 An exhibition celebrating the skills of disabled workers in the field of intangible cultural heritage opened on Friday at the Palace Museum in Beijing, highlighting their great contributions_____56_____ China’s cultural landscape._____57_____(hold)in the museum’s Sensory Experience Gallery, the Shanghai disabled persons’culture and art exhibition showcases a diverse collection of works_____58_____(feature)renowned intangible heritage crafts, including leather carving, straw weaving and wax printing. The gallery, which opened to public in late 2024, _____59_____(establish)by the Palace Museum in partnership with the China Disabled Persons’Federation(CDPF)。 A central theme of the exhibition is the creative dialogue between master artisans and a new generation of disabled artists, who are bringing fresh_____60_____(viewpoint)to these traditional crafts. Speaking at the ceremony, Yang Ning,_____61_____ master of wax printing and embroidered spheres(绣球)_____62_____ trains disabled students, described the intangible cultural heritage(ICH)as a powerful vehicle for empowerment. "Learning ICH skills offers a _____63_____(true)flexible way for disabled individuals, as it prioritizes dexterity(灵巧)and focus over physical strength," she said. Wu Di, director of the Palace Museum’s Cultural and Creative Department, said the exhibition’s unique setting in the Palace Museum offers an opportunity for the works of these artists_____64_____(gain)global recognition. The exhibition provides a platform for disabled artists who have recently entered the professional art scene, offering them unparalleled _____65_____(visible)。 第四部分 单项选择题(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分) 66．The twin brothers look so much alike that even their mother sometimes finds it hard to_____ one from the other. A．distinguish B．perceive C．demonstrate D．interpret 67．Wearing casual clothes like a T-shirt and shorts is hardly_____ for such a formal interview. A．identical B．reliable C．appropriate D．internal 68．People’s taste in music can_____ greatly from person to person, depending on their cultural background and age. A．adjust B．vary C．react D．approve 69．Faced with the severe food_____ caused by extreme weather, the government has called on scientists to find practical solutions. A．assumption B．output C．yield D．shortage 70．The farmers in this area have switched to_____ farming, which strictly prohibits the use of chemical pesticides and fertilizers. A．conventional B．organic C．nutritional D．intense 71．The government has taken a series of effective measures to_____ the widespread poverty in the rural areas. A．expand B．convince C．alleviate D．estimate 72．Due to the severe infection and continuous diarrhoea, the patient suffered from_____ dehydration and had to be sent to hospital immediately. A．steady B．raw C．vivid D．substantial 73．It is unfair to_____ the medical workers for the initial failure of the treatment; they had done everything they could. A．blame B．handle C．transform D．pour 74．Before developing a new vaccine, scientists need to collect solid_____ to support their theoretical framework. A．shadow B．concept C．fault D．proof 75．It was not until his third match in 1790_____ he finally beat Humphries and became Champion of England. A．that B．whether C．when D．which 76．Even though the noble was expected to read the letter at each performance, he always insisted that it_____ out in full. A．was written B．could be written C．be written D．should write 77．If you lived in the Mediterranean, for instance, you would consider octopus a great delicacy. You would not be able to understand why some people find it_____。 A．illogical B．repulsive C．eminent D．extravagant 78．We often read in novels how a seemingly respectable person or family has some terrible secret which has been concealed_____ strangers for years. A．to B．from C．with D．as 79．Nowadays consumers become more and more practical and buy only_____ they need. A．where B．which C．when D．what 80．Our bad living habits will destroy the earth. Only by changing_____ we live can we save the earth A．that B．what C．how D．where 第五部分 写作(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。 My elder brother and I were on a vacation, and one morning he excitedly shared with me that there was a hidden lake atop a mountain nearby. It had always been on his wish list to see this lake, and he wanted us to make the hike to reach it. The trail was a 10-mile round trip, rated as a difficult hike. The moment I heard this, my heart sank, and panic began to set in, as I feared I wouldn’t have the energy to make it to the top. I hadn’t been very active recently and couldn’t shake the belief, that with academic pressure and workload growing heavier, comes a natural decline in energy and motivation. Nonetheless, early the next morning, we set off, eager to make this dream a reality. The difficulty was apparent from the start. The route was steep, and my body protested with every step. About halfway up, we encountered another brother and sister who had decided to turn back, clearly discouraged by the difficulty of the route. I noticed the brother’s disappointed expression, and something in me shifted. I couldn’t bear the thought of giving up. Right then, I made up my mind that I would press on, no matter how tough it got. As we continued on, a surprising thing happened. Instead of focusing on how difficult the hike was, I found myself appreciating the beauty of the surrounding landscape. Each step through the woods felt like a journey into a timeless world, where the heavy burden and stress from study seemed to disappear, replaced by the timeless rhythms of nature. My brother and I chatted as we walked; and I realized how much joy I found in the simple pleasure of his company. What had seemed like an unattainable goal had transformed into a source of personal fulfillment and connection with nature and my brother. 注意：1.续写词数应为150个左右； 2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 However, the hike wasn’t without its challenges.______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ Finally, after hours of hard work, we made it to the top.________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ 郑州外国语学校2026-2027学年高二期期中试卷答案 听力 CCACB CBCAC CBABA BAAAB 阅读 DBC ABBC BCAD DBCC 七选五： BAFCG 第三部分：语言运用 41．A 42．D 43．C 44．A 45．A 46．D 47．A 48．C 49．B 50．D 51．C 52．B 53．B 54．D 55．B 56. to 57. Held 58. featuring 59. was established 60. Viewpoints 61. a 62. who 63. truly 64. to gain 65. visibility 66. A 67.C 68.B 69.D 70.B 71.C 72.D 73.A 74.D 75.A 76.C 77.B 78.B 79.D 80.C 1．范文 However, the hike wasn’t without its challenges. My legs began to ache, and my breath came in short bursts as the path became more uneven, with loose rocks and roots tripping me up. Despite the fact that my mind tried to convince me to stop and turn back, my resolution was stronger now. The disappointed expression of the brother we encountered was etched in my mind, driving me to clench my teeth to persevere. Every time my legs protested, I reminded myself that with each step, I was growing stronger, both physically and mentally. Finally, after hours of hard work, we made it to the top. The view that greeted us was beyond anything I had imagined. I stood there, taking in the breathtaking scenery. My brother smiled at me, his eyes reflecting pride and joy. It was at that moment that I realized the journey had been just as important as the destination. The hike had tested me in ways I didn’t expect, but it had also shown me how much I was capable of. Together, we had made it, and it felt like a true triumph. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $