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深圳市第二实验学校2024—2025学年度(高二年级)
第二学期 期中考试 英语 学科试题
说明：1、全卷共 10 页，满分为 130 分，考试时间为 120 分钟。
2、答卷前，考生必须按要求填写自己的姓名、学号、班级等信息。
3、客观题、主观题答案均填写在答题卡上。
第一部分
第一节 单项选择 (共25小题：每小题1分，满分25分)
_____impressed me the most was the way____he handled the difficult situation with calmness and wisdom.
A. what; in which B. that; that C. whether; in that D. what; which
It is suggested at the end of the meeting_________ the things _________ we buy often affect many people’s lives around the world.
A. that; what B. which; / C. that; / D. what; that
If you __a situation or condition, you make sure that it remains as it is, and does not change or end.
A. preserve B. observe C. deserve D. reserve
We should spend as much time as we could _______ from books.
A．learn B．to learn C．learning D．learned
5. I’ve been told that the medical team, ______five doctors and ten nurses, _______sent to the flood-stricken area.
A. consisting of; are to be B. is consisted of; will be
C. consisting of; is to be D.consisting with; will be
6. The company had about 20 notebook computers but only one third _________ used regularly.
A. is B.are C. was D. were
7. _________ computer games is the reason ________ leads to his being absent minded in class.
A. Being addicted to; that B. Addicted to; why
C. Being addicted to; why D. Addicted to; that
8. He was the first one in the village ______ a company, _______he devoted a lot of time and energy.
A．setting up; to what B．setting up; for which
C．to set up; to which D．to set up; for what
She is very ________ about her appearance, always finding flaws in herself even though others think she looks perfect.
A. self-critical B. Self-disciplined C. self-confident D. self-controlled
10. The doctor suggested that I ________ the photo to see the details more clearly.
A. enlarge B. overlook C. pretend D. boost
11.One reason for her preference for this school is ________, as she put it, it can provide for her
future development.
A．which B．what C．that D．this
The play __________ next month aims mainly to reflect the local culture.
staged B. being staged C. to be staged D. having been staged
13. That is the only way we can think of _________ the overuse of water in students' bathroom.
A. reducing B. to reduce C. reduced D. being reduced
14. Only when she received the invitation to his birthday party______ the old dress out of the wardrobe and tried it on, only ______ it didn’t fit.
A．she has taken; to be found B．did she take; to find
C．she had taken; finding D．had she taken; to find
Don’t ________ the small details; they might be more important than you think.
A. bother B. overlook C. misjudge D. repay
16. He finally decided to ________ his mistake and apologize to his friend.
A. acknowledge B. pretend C.regulate D. fortify
17. His ________ that she would agree to the plan turned out to be completely wrong.
A. assumption B. motive C. welfare D. defect
He was known for his ________ behavior, always standing up for what was right.
A. repulsive B. loyal C.righteous D. obsessive
Despite his ________ calmness, he was actually very nervous inside.
A. heartbreaking B. profound C. immense D. outward
20. The ________ of the project was flawless, and everyone praised the team’s hard work.
A. execution B. motive C. assumption D. welfare
21. However,what might have made him such an ____________ and creative scientist was probably his strong interest in other things, such as music and drawing.
outstanding B. mechanical C. initial D. contradictory
22. The sum total of housework should be divided, according to household needs, and be assigned to members_____with their will and skill.
A. concerned B. familiar C. consistent D. susceptible
23. He fell over on the ground, with his teeth _________ and hands _________.
A．being set; to tremble B．setting; trembling
C．to set; trembled D．set; trembling
24. The patient was still in danger, because his body ______ the new heart after the transplant.
A．released B．refreshed C．rejected D．reserved
25. When contacted by the media, the police didn’t ________ that report that the man was guilty, only saying that the investigation was under way.
A．confirm B．accomplish C．convey D．Convince
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，选出最佳答案。
A
Visit These Cultural Hot Spots in 2024
Guangzhou Museum of Art, Guangzhou, China
Covered with 21,008 pieces of “fish scales (鳞)” glass, Guangzhou Museum of Art looks like a blooming hero flower. This landmark building features seven floors of exhibits including ancient and contemporary Chinese paintings, watercolors, calligraphy and sculpture.
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday: 9 a. m-5 p. m.
Closed: Monday
Istanbul Modern, Istanbul, Turkey
In Istanbul, there’s a 110,000-square-foot art space given to Renzo Piano, a famous Italian architect, to show modern art from Turkey and beyond. The building has a shiny aluminum (铝) surface that mirrors the nearby Bosporus. Inside, glass-walled rooms feature large abstract paintings. The café at the top offers a breathtaking view of Asia, with a small “pool” that seems to stretch to the horizon.
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Thursday, Saturday and Sunday:10a. m.-6p. m.
Friday: 10a. m.-8p. m.
Closed: Monday
Folger Shakespeare Library, Washington, D. C., USA
Fans of the Bard will find the world’s largest collection of Shakespeare, including writings or items related to Shakespeare, at this newly restored and expanded museum and library reopening in June. Located in Washington, D. C.’s Capitol Hill neighborhood, the Folger has more First Folios — the rare 1623 book containing all of Shakespeare’s plays — than anywhere else in the world. An Elizabethan-style stage presents both classic and new works.
Opening hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday: 11 a. m.-6p. m.
Thursday, Friday and Saturday: 11 a. m.-9 p. m.
Closed: Monday.
Canadian Canoe Museum, Ontario, Canada
One of the best things about visiting the world’s largest collection of canoes (独木舟) and kayaks (皮艇) You can actually row up to it. The streamlined, boat-shaped facility, which has its grand opening in May, is located lakeside in Peterborough. After seeing more than 600 boats or learning to carve paddles (桨) with Anishinaabe artists, visitors can go on a group boat trip around Little Lake.
Opening hours: Monday to Friday (May to October):10 a. m.-5p. m.
Monday to Friday (November to April):10 a. m.-4p. m.
Saturday and Sunday:1p. m.-4 p. m.
26. What is a shared feature of Guangzhou Museum of Art and Istanbul Modern
A. They have unique architectural designs. B. They mainly display ancient art.
C. They have exactly the same opening hours. D. They host some of the finest cafés.
27. What can visitors do at Folger Shakespeare Library
A. View a collection of modern art. B. Get copies of First Folios for free.
C. Restore the collected writings and items. D. Enjoy plays on an Elizabethan-style stage.
28. What are the Sunday opening hours of the Canadian Canoe Museum in December
A. 10:00-16:00. B. 10:00-17:00. C. 11:00-21:00. D. 13:00-16:00.
B
Climate change is increasingly challenging the world of sports, with rising temperatures and extreme weather conditions threatening the existence of sports events globally. Athletes like triathlete Pragnya Mohan have been forced to relocate their training to cope with unbearable heat, while others, including discus thrower Sam Mattis, face extreme temperatures during competitions. Such conditions not only affect athlete performance but also pose a threat to the continued existence of certain sports.
At the UN climate summit in Baku, experts underlined the urgent need to address climate change’s impact on sports. Events are being interrupted by unusual weather patterns, as seen in the Paris Olympics, where triathlons were delayed due to water quality issues from heavy rain. In response, some sports organizations and clubs are beginning to take action. Soccer clubs have joined forces to reduce emissions and engage fans in climate awareness, emphasizing the role sports can play in advocating environmental responsibility. These efforts illustrate the crucial role that organized sports can have in promoting and supporting sustainable practices.
However, large-scale efforts can sometimes seem less impactful due to conflicting priorities and the financial interests tied to major sports events. These factors hinder real progress in sports-related climate advocacy and reveal the complexities involved in combining global sports practices with environmental initiatives.
Climate change is also increasing the costs associated with sports, widening the gap between rich and less rich athletes. As certain regions become unsuitable for training due to weather extremes, athletes face increased travel and training expenses, creating a widening socioeconomic divide. To adapt, sports events are shifting to cooler times or new locations. However, these measures only partially address the broader issues. Technologies like air-conditioned stadiums, used in the Qatar World Cup, provide temporary relief but are not sustainable.
As sports wrestle with climate change, athletes and organizations must innovate to reduce their environmental footprint. A joint effort is essential to make sure sports can continue to boom in a changing world, offering fair opportunities while promoting sustainability, with an emphasis on long-term, impactful solutions.
29．Why are Pragnya Mohan and Sam Mattis mentioned in Paragraph 1
A．To demonstrate physical challenges world athletes face.
B．To praise their achievement in reducing climate change.
C．To display their excellent performance in competitions.
D．To show the bad effects climate change has on sports.
30．What does the underlined word “hinder” mean
A．Discover. B．Achieve. C．Deny. D．Block.
31．What might be the impact of climate change on sports
A．It narrows the skill gap between athletes.
B．It raises the training costs for sports events.
C．It promotes equality among sports participants.
D．It increases the number of international events.
32．What does the author imply in the last paragraph
A．Innovative technology is key in sports competitions
B．Cooperation is needed to ensure the sports’ survival
C．Organizations should offer athletes fair opportunities.
D．The solutions made now are short-term and low-impact.
C
What do you get when you paint a pair of eyes on a cow’s rump (臀部) The answer is that you’ll get an approach to scaring predators (捕食者) away. This simple trick is called the “i-cow” solution. The eyes painted on cows’ rumps can trick certain predators, such as lions and leopards.
An experiment by Australia and Botswana compared how predators reacted to herds that had eye paintings on their rumps, ones that had “xs”, and some without any paintings at all. Over a four-year period, researchers found that 15 out of the 835 unpainted cows were killed by predators, 4 of the 543 cows with “xs” died, but every single one of the 683 animals with eye paintings on their rumps was still alive.
Neil Jordan, a biologist in Australia, first came up with the method. While watching a lion hunting a deer, he noticed something interesting. “Lions usually move slowly and quietly to their prey, get close and jump on them. But when the deer noticed the lion and the lion realized it had been seen, it gave up on the hunt,” he said. Later, he worked with a local farmer to test his idea over a period of 10 weeks, and like the most recent results, all of the cows with painted eyes survived.
Despite the positive results, Dr. Jordan says the method isn’t a sure solution. He says if farmers painted eyes on the backsides of all their cows, predators might finally figure out that the eyes aren’t real. Therefore, further research should be done to prove whether it is effective.
In spite of this, he’s still hoping that the “i-cow” will become a widely used technique to at least reduce predator’s attacks. “I think the farmers are just happy with this,” Dr. Jordan says. “After all, all they need is a paint pot, paint brush and a little bit of artistic talent.”
33．What is “i-cow” solution intended for
A．Protecting cows from being attacked. B．Leading predators to the farm.
C．Training cows to notice predators. D．Recognizing cows quickly.
34．What do we know about the experiment in paragraph 2
A．Most of the unpainted cows were killed.
B．The cows with “eyes” on the rump survived.
C．A small number of cows with “xs” survived.
D．More than twenty painted cows were killed.
35．What might be a cause of the “i-cow” solution’s failing to work
A．Predators perceive the tricks. B．Predators get close to the cows.
C．There is more than one predator. D．The farmers lack basic painting skills.
36．Why does Dr. Jordan think that farmers will favor his method
A．It is a widely recognized approach. B．It follows their traditional practice.
C．It is easy and cheap to carry out. D．It has proved the most effective.
D
Maths phobia (恐惧症) is older than you might think. A hundred years ago, German physicist Felix Auerbach, feeling sad about the phenomenon and hoping to find ways to solve it, wrote a book called The Fear of Mathematics and How to Overcome It. Maths, he said, has so much to contribute to society that solving this fear is a challenge of the highest importance.
Why do we fear mathematics At heart, says Auerbach, it comes down to a fundamental misunderstanding of what maths is. The fear of messing up a calculation may be real, but the fact that there are many excellent mathematicians who are terrible at calculation proves that numeracy (计算能力) and mathematics aren’t the same thing. What, then, is mathematics
Auerbach says it is three things: a science, a language and an art. For me, part of the issue is that we are stuck in the first box. A focus completely on technical skills misses the joy and excitement that can come from finding patterns and understanding them, from seeing the true beauty of mathematics. That beauty lies in wonderfully elegant thinking that allows us to understand the infinite (无穷大), explore the amazing symmetries (对称) of art and nature, and delight in the perfection of an abstract world of ideas. As a language, what sets maths apart is the universality (普及性) of its truths — you can become fluent wherever you are from. If we can be shown the beauty of mathematics, we will forget to be afraid of the technical details behind it.
Today’s self-help experts like to point out that, physiologically, we experience anxiety the same way we experience excitement. So, if your heart is racing and your palms are sweating before a big event, you simply have to tell yourself that you are excited. In the same way, fear can be negative (dread) or positive (awe). Our goal should be to try to move people from a view of mathematics as a collection of calculations whose great difficulty brings dread to an appreciation of a beautiful language whose complexity inspires awe.
A hundred years on, Auerbach’s writing is as relevant as ever. It is a timely reminder that “maths anxiety”, as it is now called, remains as much a challenge in 21st century as it was in the 20th.
37. Why do we fear mathematics according to Auerbach
A. Because maths contributes a lot to society. B. Because we always mess up a calculation.
C. Because we misunderstand what maths is. D. Because we lack strategies to learn maths.
38. What is the main idea of paragraph 3
A. The understanding of mathematics. B. The application of mathematics.
C. The influence of mathematics. D. The introduction to excellent mathematicians.
39. What is our aim when dealing with the fear of maths
A. To encourage people to read more books about physiology.
B. To inspire people to learn and enjoy a complex foreign language.
C. To help people learn how to do calculations correctly and accurately.
D. To change the view of maths from calculating to appreciating its beauty.
40. Which of the following is the best title for the text
A. Don’t care about maths B. Don’t fear the numbers
C. Maths phobia is not a challenge anymore D. Maths anxiety is common at all age levels
第二节(共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项
Being attractive comes more from your personality than from your appearance. 41 To have an attractive personality, you should develop the ability to communicate, have confidence in yourself and develop a sense of humour.These qualities give you the ability to inspire and attract others, making others more drawn to you.
42 Listening is a quality that is often forgotten about in today’s society. Instead of responding to a text, opening an e-mail, or thinking about your next meal, pay attention to what other people are saying. Show them you’re listening and interested by commenting on the story or asking questions.
Have confidence in how you speak and act. 43 Admit your mistake without being worried about what other people will think. Doing this shows that you have self-confidence.This helps create an attractive personality because it shows you’re comfortable with yourself and that it makes others comfortable around you.
Develop a sense of humour. If you do something silly, laugh at yourself instead of feeling embarrassed. It also shows that you’re comfortable in your own skin.A sense of humour makes someone more engaging and delightful to be with. Remember that there is a time and a place for humour. 44
Know the difference between confidence and pride.While confidence is endearing, pride is very unpleasant. 45 A great way to avoid this is to remind yourself to praise others.It will help you stay grounded.
A. Be a good listener.
B. Help others communicate.
C. You should always say what you believe in.
D. It shows them that you care and want to spread friendship.
E. People will stay away from you if you’re all about yourself.
F. Don’t ruin a serious conversation with inappropriate jokes.
G. It is the key to making friends and having lasting relationships.
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)
阅读短文，从各题所给的A 、B 、C 和D 四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I whispered to myself, “A five-day art camp at White Cliff this summer.” White Cliff was really 46 for an enthusiastic painter like me. But at the 47 of going there alone, I had butterflies in my stomach. Later, I dialed my only friend Emily's number, only to discover that she would be otherwise 48 . I sighed and dropped my head. I had really had a hard time jumping into something without 49 faces around. 50 I went outside to draw the Westons' towering pine tree. Sitting on the stairs, I thought about the art camp and wished to feel a little 51 . But by the time I started sketching, I had convinced myself that 52 the camp was my content decision.
I carefully 53 the pine's strong trunk,straight and solid,and added the graceful branches. Once lost in my sketching, I 54 noticed the fly buzzing around me. Hence,I jumped when Mr.Weston suddenly remarked, “You've captured the essence of the tree's 55 beautifully on paper.” “Thanks.” I smiled, glancing up. “If you spread out the roots near the surface, the tree could 56 sufficient water and soar even higher.” I noticed the knobby bumps(疙瘩状突起)of roots 57 out of the ground all around the tree. I'd never realized how 58 a tree's roots stretched outward.It struck me that if I wanted to grow, I had to start 59 too.
That evening, I filled out the art camp application, ready to stretch my 60 out into new earth. I thought I am the pine.
46.A.unbelievable B.irresistible C.uncontrollable D.irreplaceable
47.A.sight B.thought C.request D.core
48.A.rejected B.attracted C.occupied D.addicted
49.A.familiar B.gentle C.confident D.beautiful
50.A.Delighted B.Relieved C.Shocked D.Frustrated
51.A.cleverer B.luckier C.happier D.braver
52.A.skipping B.attending C.reserving D.delaying
53.A.wrote B.watched C.drew D.cut
54.A.desperately B.narrowly C.barely D.suddenly
55.A.magic B.function C.mystery D.strength
56.A.supply B.fetch C.absorb D.contain
57.A.sticking B.hiding C.digging D.lifting
58.A.well B.far C.deep D.long
59.A.reaching out B.growing up C.wising up D.turning out
60.A.life B.roots C.camp D.interests
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。
Have you ever heard of "city bu city" (literally meaning city or not city) It's an internet buzzword 61 (coin)by a foreign blogger named Baobaoxiong during his visit to the Great Wall in Beijing. The phrase questions 62 a place has the fashionable atmosphere of a big city.
Millions of foreigners, like Baobaoxiong, are now exploring China, and their travel vlogs 63 (go) viral online recently.This trend is partly due to the 72-and 144-hour visa-free transit(过境)policy 64 allows travelers from 54 countries to explore China for up to six days without needing a visa if they have a valid travel document 65 a connecting ticket for departure within 72 or 144 hours.
66 (aim)for high-level opening-up, this policy has helped boost tourism in China. When the visa-free transit policy was first introduced in 2013, it only applied 67 seven big cities like Beijing and Shanghai and allowed just 72 hours of stay. Now, it covers 41 exit-entry ports across 19 provinces, autonomous regions and municipalities(直辖市), expanding to 144 hours. China has also made it 68 (easy) for foreign visitors by improving mobile payment accessibility and the visa application process.
Seeing is believing. The policy not only brings convenience for foreign travelers but also invites them 69 (experience)everyday life in China. It's a great chance for them to rethink Western media's stereotypical(刻板的) 70 (describe) of China.
(满分25分)
71. 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。续写的词数应为150左右。
When the tragedy struck me during the Depression (大萧条), my father did the only thing he could.
The tragedy happened in the year 1933. I was only 6 years old when I was rushed to the hospital with two crushed feet. My parents were told I might never walk again.
The accident happened when I was sitting in front of our house in Lowell, Massachusetts. I was playing in a puddle (水坑) after a rainstorm when I felt a huge weight on my feet. When I looked up, there was a car tire on my feet. I cried out, but the motor was running and no one could hear me over the engine.
The driver had run across the street for a newspaper. When he got back to his car, he drove away — never knowing he had parked on my feet.
Just about then, our neighbor’s son came home and saw me bent over my feet in pain. He immediately carried me home, and I remember thinking how tall and strong he was.
An ambulance came, and I remained in the hospital for 3 weeks while my feet were “repaired”. When I returned home, I could hardly walk.
I sat in our bay window and watched the children play on the street and longed to join them...but I couldn’t. I felt so left out despite my parents’ company.
My parents were told that if I was ever to walk again, I’d need treatment, which in those days meant riding a tricycle (三轮车) to strengthen the muscle and eventually get my feet back into condition for walking.
Our family couldn’t afford such an expensive thing. Times were tough during the Depression, and there were five mouths to feed, besides buying coal and wood for the stove.
Dad couldn’t afford the bus fare and on cold winter days he walked 7 miles every day in his only winter coat to get to work. No, there was no money for a tricycle. I would be a disabled person all my life.
Paragraph 1:
Then one day, while sitting at my usual place in the window, I saw my father walking up the street carrying a tricycle on his shoulder.
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Paragraph 2:
It was many years later before I learned where and how Dad had got the tricycle.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________2024—2025学年度(下)深圳市第二实验学校高二英语期中考试
选择题：
1-5ACACC 6-10 DACAA 11-15BCBBB 16-20 AACDA 21-25 ACDCA
二、阅读理解【答案】
A 篇26. A 27. D 28. D
B篇 29--32 DDBB
C篇 33-36．A B A C
D篇 37-40 CADB
七选五 41-45 GACFE
完形填空 46-50 BBCAD 51-55 DACCD 56-60 CABAB
语法填空
61.coined 62.whether/if 63.have gone/have been going 64.which/that 65.and 66.Aiming 67.to 68.easier 69.to experience 70description(s)
读后续写
Paragraph 1:
Then one day, while sitting at my usual place in the window, I saw my father walking up the street carrying a tricycle on his shoulder. Was that true I couldn’t believe my eyes. I opened the window and cried out, “Is that tricycle for me ” Having put down the tricycle, Dad told me that it belonged to me. “Ride the tricycle every day, and then you will be all right, my girl!” From then on, with my father’s company, I rode it every day to strengthen my muscle. Regardless of pain, I kept on practicing riding. Eventually I got my feet back into condition, and could walk normally!
Paragraph 2:
It was many years later before I learned where and how Dad had got the tricycle. My mother told me what happened on those cold winter days. In his only winter coat, he wandered around the hospital every day, begging the doctor to save my feet. Moved by my father, eventually the doctor asked the hospital to give my father a part time job to do. With the doctor’s help, my father got the job. Having worked day and night, eventually, he earned enough money to buy the tricycle.

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