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2024-2025学年第二学期期中考·高一
英语
考试时间：120分钟，满分：120分
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，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项
A
Visit Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Best time to visit
July and August are popular and busy. If you want to see the tulips (郁金香), come mid-April to early May. You’ll find better deals and quieter crowds from October to March, with the exception of New Year’s Eve. This is a unique and exciting celebration in Amsterdam, and well Worth experiencing.
Amsterdam transportation
Amsterdam is compact, so walking or renting bikes to make use of the great bike lanes is Easy. Yet public transport (taxis, subways and buses) is also excellent. Buy a chip card at a ticket machine or counter (柜台), or ask the driver for a tourist pass (there are one-to-seven-day cards staring at $8).
Know before visiting
Some attractions (especially the Van Gogh Museum and Anne Frank House) get very busy, especially in summer, so book a ticket and share time to visit in advance. The city is generally safe, but pickpockets operate widely. Keep wallets safe on the subways and at the market.
21．What is the best time to watch the tulips
A．July and August. B．October to March.
C．Mid-April to early May. D．New Year’s Eve.
22．Which of the following is recommended to visit like the Van Gogh Museum and Anne Frank House
A．Visit only in winter. B．Take a wallet.
C．Avoid using public transport. D．Book tickets ahead of time.
23．Where would you most likely find this type of article
A．In a scientific journal. B．In a travel guide or website.
C．In a historical textbook. D．In a cooking magazine.
B
I was driving to town on a beautiful summer day. The sky was full of clouds. The sun was dancing through the green trees with its golden light and I was smiling at the wonder of it.
Suddenly, a truck rounded in front of me,two feet over the center line. I pulled my wheel to the right as I just missed the truck on one side and a ditch (沟) on the other side. I noticed the other driver looking at his cell phone totally unaware of the near miss. I closed my mouth in order to avoid saying the words that I promised myself I would no longer use.
Later in town, I was coming out of a store when a yellow butterfly started to circle around my head. I smiled peacefully and held out my open hand. To my joy, the butterfly landed on it briefly and swung its wings before flying away. I looked around to see if anyone else noticed this small wonder, but the only two people near me had their heads down, looking at their cell phone screens.
I began to think that life is what happens while people are busy looking at their smart phones. Now I know that social media, computers and smart phones are all necessaries in our lives, but it doesn't mean that they have to control our days or take over our lives. Amazingly, they all come with a power button. We can tum them off anytime we wish to.
Don't let your smart phone take away your smart mind. Don't let technology take over your soul. Use it when you need it, and turn it off when you don't. Turn your heart on more and our phone on less. Share your kindness, your joy, your hugs, your laughter and your life that make others smile.
24.What can be inferred from Paragraph 2
A.The writer feels very angry. B.Someone died in the accident
C.The writer's car got destroyed in the accident. D.The truck was driving on the right side of the writer.
25.What does the underlined phrase “unaware of” in the second paragraph probably mean
A.not catching B.not noticing C.not understanding D.not avoiding
26.The example in Paragraph 3 shows that _____________.
A.the writer is a lucky dog
B.a cell phone may lead to bad luck
C.the butterfly doesn't like people with cell phones
D.being buried in a cell phone may make one miss something good
27.What's the writer's attitude towards people's spending much time on cell phones
A.Unconcerned B.Doubtful C.Negative D.Supportive
C
Tens of millions of bees are likely being killed each day by vehicles in the western United States, a new study finds. The paper published in Sustainable Environment is the first to show how cars may be causing the loss of bees. Bees are important because they help pollinate (传粉) wild plants and a third of the world’s crops.
Scientists have studied the “insect disaster” by counting dead insects along roadsides. Most studies have focused on forests and larger insects. But bee diversity (多样性) is greatest in dry, open areas, and most bees are tiny — just 2 to 25 millimeters long.
A research team from Utah State University studied bee deaths by driving on highways, paved roads, and unpaved roads during the day when bees are active. They made 29 trips around Utah in spring and summer, traveling more than 9,334 kilometers, and identified bees that were hit by cars. Every trip resulted in at least one bee death, and they found 14 different species.
The researchers guessed that one car driving between Salt Lake City and Moab might kill 50 to 175 bees. Based on traffic data, that means several million bees are killed when 94,000 cars travel that route each day. Millions of cars run in Utah daily, and similar trips happen in nearby states, so the total number of bees killed each day in the region is likely in the tens of millions.
Although the numbers are based on simple assumptions, they are still important. There are ways to reduce these deaths. Research has shown that bees usually avoid crossing roads unless there are plants in the middle. So, creating healthy habitat along both sides of a road, but not in the middle, could help.
28．What is paragraph 2 mainly about
A．Limitations on such studies. B．The influence of climate on bees.
C．Living areas of various bees. D．Scientists’ efforts to study diversity.
29．How does the author mainly develop paragraph 3 and paragraph 4
A．By presenting examples. B．By listing related numbers.
C．By making a comparison. D．By providing cause and effect.
30．Which is one way to prevent bees from being killed
A．Raising drivers’ awareness. B．Placing flowers in the middle.
C．Growing plants on roadsides. D．Leaving more space available.
31．What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
A．To explain the bee’s diversity. B．To remind readers to drive less.
C．To introduce the danger to bees. D．To ask people to grow more flowers.
D
Chinese New Year used to be a daylong celebration for us. My parents tried really hard to recreate the season for my sisters and me here in America. On New Year’s day, my family, including all my uncles, aunts, and cousins, dressed in new clothes, gathered at my grandma’s house. Kids were pulled out of school, and adults took the day off. The celebration lasted throughout the day and late into the night, with one tradition following another.
Fast-forward to 2019: My grandma has passed away, the adults are elderly, and the kids have grown up and are living their own life. The Chinese New Year celebration is no longer elaborate as it used to be many years ago. As we melt into American culture, the “olden ways”, as we call them, have fallen away. Life seems to have got busier and much more complex, but I often feel something is missing.
For us first generation kids, it is often easier to let go of the traditions and customs of our parents’. They don’t mean as much to us as they do for them. At the same time, they are still a part of our culture. I realized that the diaspora (流散) of young Asian American in the United Sates is not unique to me. It is an ongoing inner struggle that we all wrestle with. My Asian features and skin colour do not entirely define who I am. I am as much a “hamburger” guy as a “rice” individual. I can’t quite fully claim that I am an American and not fully Asian. There isn’t really a check box that I can mark. I am Chinese-Vietnamese-Asian-American.
I now have two little boys. It saddens me to think they will never be able to experience what my sisters and I did as little kids during this holiday. Recently, for the first time, I’ve hung up Chinese New Year decorations around the house and replaced our Christmas wreath (花环) on the front door with decorative firecrackers. In a way, my sons are forcing me to slow down and explore my cultural heritage.
32．What do we learn about the author’s family
A．They lived a very hard life in America.
B．They regarded the Chinese New Year as an important event.
C．They once lost the tradition of honoring Chinese New Year.
D．They paid little attention to children’s education.
33．What does the underlined word “elaborate” in Paragraph 2 mean
A．Carefully prepared and organized. B．Extremely simple and easy.
C．Unbelievable and sacred. D．Expensive and fascinating.
34．Why does the author mention “hamburger” and “rice” In Paragraph 3
A．To suggest meal choices. B．To show multiple identities.
C．To admire different customs. D．To compare personal tastes.
35．What message does the author seem to deliver in the text
A．We should strengthen family bonds. B．We are what we choose to be.
C．Passing down family traditions is important. D．Knowing yourself is a lifelong process.
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可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Are you spending your holidays sitting around Don’t waste your precious days off. 36 You can find things to fill your days, both inside and out, using your mind or your creative energies, or simply hanging out with other people.
37 Simple outdoor pleasures are often overlooked. Not only is a quick trip out of the house refreshing and mood-lifting, but it is also a great opportunity for exercise. If you have been thinking of getting in shape, then go out and jog, walk, or do any outdoor physical activity you enjoy. A walk in nature always brightens the mood.
Go on an adventure with a friend. 38 Visit a town you have never been to, or go for a walk in the woods. Remember to practice good safety habits when exploring a new area and take a charged mobile phone with you.
Get chores and tasks out of the way. The holidays are one of the few times each year when most people have lots of free time. If you have no pressing commitments with family or friends, consider using your time to finish duties that you’ve been putting off for a long time. 39 Other good ideas include running errands, paying bills, re-organizing your closet, and servicing your car.
Get to know more people. If there’s no one around that you’d like to spend time with, don’t forget that you always have the option of making new friends. You might choose to do this at a social hang-out spot like a club, or at an event like a concert. Don’t be afraid to approach and talk to people you meet. 40
A．Step out into the fresh air.
B．Pick gentle exercise outside.
C．New friendships have to start somewhere!
D．Here are some ways to help you sit around.
E．Grab a companion and try to find cool places to explore.
F．There are many ways to keep busy, even during week-long holidays.
G．For instance, if you haven’t cleaned your room; devote an afternoon to it.
第三部分 语言运用（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，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出填入空白处的最佳选项。
One day, a young man named Tom was walking in the park. He saw an old man struggling to pick up something he had dropped. Tom didn't 41.__________ for a second and went to help the old man 42 . The old man was very 43 . and thanked Tom. As they talked, Tom learned that the old man was a retired teacher who had dedicated his life to 44.__________ students. He told Tom many stories about his teaching career and the 45.__________ he had instilled in his students. Tom was deeply 46.__________ by the old man's words.
Later that day, Tom 47.__________ about his own life. He realized that he had been so focused on his own problems that he had forgotten to 48._________ others. From that moment on, he decided to make a change. He started to volunteer at a local community center, helping those in 49 . His friends and family noticed the 50 . in him and were proud of him.
The experience with the old man had been a turning point in Tom's life. It had taught him the importance of 51 . He now understood that by 52 . a little bit of his time and energy, he could make a big difference in the lives of others.
As time went by, Tom became more and more involved in volunteer work. He 53.__________ different projects and met many wonderful people. His life was filled with 54.__________ and purpose. And it all started with that simple act of 55.__________ in the park.
A. wait B. think C. look D. move
42 A. immediately B. slowly C. later D. finally
43 A. angry B. sad C. grateful D. surprised
A. teaching B. helping C. watching D. leading
A. knowledge B. values C. skills D. habits
A. touched B. bored C. annoyed D. confused
A. worried B. thought C. dreamed D. talked
A. care about B. look for C. depend on D. talk to
A. danger B. need C. trouble D. pain
A. change B. problem C. mistake D. secret
A. courage B. honesty C. kindness D. patience
A. wasting B. spending C. losing D. saving
A. joined B. left C. started D. finished
A. happiness B. sadness C. loneliness D. boredom
A. kindness B. bravery C. laziness D. selfishness
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。
In the heart of Nanjing, a group of senior citizens actively participate in 56 unique exchange program. Every Saturday morning, they gather at the community center 57 (share) life stories with teenagers. The program, 58 was launched in 2020, aims to bridge the generation gap through meaningful dialogues. Last week, 72-year-old Mr. Wang moved everyone by 59 (describe) his experience of working as a volunteer during the 2008Beijing Olympics. “45 days taught me the true meaning of cultural exchange,” he said, his eyes 60 (fill) with pride. The teenagers, 61 turn, shared their perspectives on modern technology’s role in social connections. What impresses researchers most is the program’s sustainable design. Participants 62 (encourage) to co-create activities since its beginning. For example, the “Memory Cookbook” project allows elders to teach traditional recipes while young people help 63 (digital) record the cooking processes. This combination of oral history and technology preservation has received national 64 (recognize) . Looking ahead, the organizers plan to expand the program to rural areas where aging populations face greater social isolation. With proper funding and community support, such initiatives may well become a 65 (power) tool for building inclusive societies.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 应用文写作 (满分15分)
假定你是李华，下周你班英语课的讨论主题是“音乐对中学生学习和生活的影响”。请你根据以下要点提示，准备一篇发言稿：
1. 音乐所带来的好处；
2. 你的提议。
注意：
1. 词数80左右；2. 开头已经给出，不计入总词数; 3. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Good morning, my dear teacher and fellow classmates!
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Thank you for listening.
第二节 读后续写(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。
It was an early winter morning. Joan was sleeping soundly when the phone rang in the living room. She rolled over and glanced at the clock on the wall—it was already nine o’clock. Every weekend morning, her mother had to work part-time in the cafe. Although Joan was still sleepy, she knew she had to get up. After all, she didn’t expect her brother Mike, who was sleeping like a log, to hear the phone. When she picked up the receiver, on the other end came the warmhearted greetings,“Good morning, my Dear!” Recognizing the voice from her father, Joan was immediately surrounded by a sense of joy and the sleepiness swept away.
Joan’s father was a seaman, who rarely came back. Working on the sea was really hard.Born in a not-rich family, Joan and Mike felt the stress of life but they were happy to enjoy the family atmosphere. “Good morning, Dad, what’s up ” Joan said in an easy tone. “Today is your mother’s birthday, and I have ordered her a cake online and it should come to the house in one and half an hour. Do remember to take the cake.”
Hearing her father’s words, Joan felt a little ashamed. How she could forget Mum’s birthday! She took a glance at the dirty clothes piled on the sofa and the oily floor that hadn’t been mopped(拖地) for a few days—There was two hours before her mother came back. She calculated they had enough time to prepare a surprise for Mum.
Thinking of this, she felt full of excitement. “Well, Dad, now I’m going to wake Mike up. We will give Mum a surprise !” Joan hung up the phone with Dad, and hurriedly went to Mike’s room to share him her Big Cleaning plan. After listening to Joan, Mike readily accepted her idea.
注意：(1)续写词数应为150左右;(2)开头已给出。
The Big Cleaning plan began.
With the cake placed on the table, Mum came in.
2024-2025学年第二学期期中考·高一
英语参考答案
21．C 2 2．D 23．B
24 A 25 B 26 D 27C
28．A 29．B 30．C 31．C
32．B 33．A 34．B 35．C
36．F 37．A 38．E 39．G 40．C
完形填空答案及解析
41 A。
42 A。
43 C。
44 A。
45 B。
46 A。
47 B。
48 A。
49 B。
50 A。
51 C。
52 B。
53 A。
54 A。
55 A。
56．a 57．to share 58．which 59．describing 60．filled 61．in 62．have been encouraged 63．digitally 64．recognition 65．powerful
一．基础写作范文
Good morning, my dear teacher and fellow classmates! It’s my great honor to be here to discuss with you the topic—what influence music has on our study and life.
Firstly, music not only enriches our knowledge but also helps reduce our pressure. Secondly, music helps to cultivate our minds by equipping us with more skills, which can promote our intellectual development. Last but not least, learning music also helps develop our creativity.
In my opinion, middle schools should attach importance to music lessons, as music plays an important part in our daily lives. Besides, we all should be aware of the importance of music and make it part of our study and life. Thanks for your listening!
二.读后续写
The Big Cleaning plan began. Joan collected the clothes from sofa and then put them in the water of a basin. After pouring in some washing liquids, she began to wash them by hand. Realizing the clothes were clean enough, Joan gently squeezed water out and hung them to dry. Meanwhile, Mike was busy mopping the floor back and forth with all his strength, really aware of what hard work his Mum had at home! They had just finished the cleaning when the express boy came to the door.
With the cake placed on the table, Mum came in.“Happy birthday, Mum!”, they greeted in chorus. Confused and surprised, Mum stood frozen. When Mum realized what had happened, a warm current rose in her heart. Staring at the clean floor and the washed clothes, she could hardly contain her excitement and hugged them tightly, “It is the best birthday gift I have ever had!” Mum said emotionally. Just then Joan took out her smartphone and took a happy video named Mum’s Birthday and sent it to Dad.

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