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【考试时间：2024年7月7日14:10～16:10】
绵阳市2023-2024学年高二下学期期末考试
英语
本试卷分为试题卷和答题卡两部分，其中试题卷共10页；答题卡共2页。满分150分，考试时间120分钟。
注意事项：
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3．考试结束后将答题卡收回。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
回答听力部分时，先将答案标在试卷上。听力部分结束前，你将有两分钟的时间将你的答案转涂到答题卡上。
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并阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt
A．￡19.15. B．￡9.18. C．￡9.15.
答案：C。
1．What is the man
A．A scientist. B．A teacher. C．An engineer.
2．What does the man like most about the sports
A．Getting close to nature.
B．Experiencing adventures.
C．Spending some time alone.
3．What will the woman probably do on the weekend
A．Prepare for a contest.
B．Attend a literature class.
C．Ask her teacher for help.
4．Where are the speakers
A．At the railway station. B．At the stadium. C．At the airport.
5．What’s the relationship between the speakers
A．Husband and wife. B．Sister and brother. C．Doctor and patient.
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6．What should the man do first
A．Turn around. B．Go ahead. C．Turn right.
7．How will the man probably go to the theater
A．By taking a taxi. B．By taking a bus. C．By walking.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8．What will the woman do
A．Buy something to eat.
B．Get the car recharged.
C．Rest in the charging station.
9．What would the man like to eat
A．A hot dog. B．A beef sandwich. C．A hamburger.
10．Why does the woman offer to pay for the food
A．She is grateful to the man.
B．The man has no cash on him.
C．The man’s phone is out of power.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11．What causes the worries of the speakers
A．Storms in Guangdong.
B．Increasing natural disasters.
C．Extreme weather worldwide.
12．What does the woman think threatens the environment most
A．Climate change. B．Energy shortage. C．Pollution.
13．What kind of energy does the man suggest we use less
A．Fossil fuel. B．Wind power. C．Solar energy.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14．How did the woman know about the gym
A．From a poster. B．From a website. C．From a friend.
15．How much does the 6-month membership cost now
A．600. B．800. C．1200.
16．What is the advantage of option two
A．Personalized health evaluation.
B．Free access to all the equipment.
C．Without restriction on using time.
17．What will be offered in the first three visits
A．Extra fees. B．Nutrition advice. C．A free diet.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18．When is the graduation ceremony usually held in America
A．April and May. B．May and June. C．June and July.
19．What do students do first on graduation ceremony
A．Go to the last speeches in college.
B．Shake hands with school officials.
C．Have their names called to go on stage.
20．What does Jon Stewart suggest
A．Talk humorously in life.
B．Follow the real interests.
C．Focus on academic results.
第二部分 阅读（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、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Nobody can deny the charm of Christmas. Get into the festive spirit with our top recommendations for Christmas markets across Europe.
Edinburgh Christmas Market
For celebrating Christmas, Edinburgh is a perfect choice for a festive getaway. The Christmas market stretches over the city, packed with Christmas crafts, delicious treats, and fantastic events. It’s also usually the longest-running market in Europe. There are also light shows at the castle, a special program at the zoo, and a variety of performances to choose from.
Cologne Cathedral Christmas Market
There’s a range of markets to spoil every visitor in Cologne, such as the Cologne Cathedral Christmas Market, located next to the city’s most iconic building. It’s a great opportunity to wander around the stalls (摊位) while admiring the amazing Gothic architecture of the cathedral itself, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Salzburg Christmas market
A true winter wonderland with often snow covering, Salzburg is the picture-perfect Christmas market destination. Check out the choral singing in front of the cathedral and try some of the traditional gingerbread, roasted chestnuts, and other sweet treats.
Budapest Christmas market
This Christmas market offers over 100 stalls serving Hungarian treats ranging from warming goulash to delicious Beijgll, a rolled cake with poppy secds or walnuts. There’s plenty to keep you entertained, with ice skating and Christmas concerts. Climb to the top of Fisherman’s Bastion if you want to see the city in all its festive glory.
21．Which market has the longest operation history in Europe
A．Edinburgh Christmas market. B．Cologne Cathedral Christmas Market.
C．Salzburg Christmas market. D．Budapest Christmas market.
22．What makes Cologne Cathedral Christmas Market special
A．Wonderful light shows.
B．Christmas choral singing.
C．Entertaining Christmas concerts.
D．Stunning Gothic architecture nearby.
23．What do Christmas markets in Salzburg and Budapest have in common
A．A good view of the city. B．Various entertainments.
C．Delicious foods for tasting. D．A snow-covered wonderland.
B
Robert Kurtz finds himself right in the middle of a composting (堆肥) revolution. Kurtz is a manager at Rust Belt Riders, a composting company based in Cleveland, Ohio. Its goal is to meet the challenge of climate change by recycling as much food waste as possible.
“If we’re going to meet the climate goals, we have to deal with food waste,” Kurtz said. “It’s a huge part of the problem.” Wasted food winds up in landfills. As it breaks down, it creates methane (甲烷), which traps heat in the atmosphere and fuels climate change. The average family in the U.S. spends $1,500 per year on food that doesn’t get eaten. Businesses waste food too. That’s where Kurtz’s job comes in.
Every day, Kurtz contacts grocery stores, restaurants, and other food-service businesses to tell them about the harmful effects of food waste. Then, he offers to help them cope with their extra food. So far, Rust Belt Riders has persuaded 300 companies and 2,800 households to do differently with their food waste. The company’s seven trucks and 30 employees pick up their clients’ extra food. Then they compost it, turning it into post soil is much more than just dirt. It’s made up of five ingredients that combine to help plants grow. That’s why Kurtz and his colleagues offer a second service: They sell the composted, nutrient-rich soil to people and businesses that need it.
In addition to households and businesses. Rust Belt Riders has teamed up with local schools. At Dentzler Elementary, in Parma, Ohio, Rust Belt Riders helps the kitchen staff compost its food leftovers. The 500 students place their food waste into bins during lunch periods. The bins are then collected by Rust Belt Riders.
“This program has created a space for all students to become environmental supervisors (监督人) in their own cafeteria when they might not otherwise have the opportunity,” says Emily Cass, a farm-to-school coordinator at Dentzler.
24．What is the aim of Rust Belt Riders
A．To make compost soil. B．To fight climate change.
C．To advocate food saving. D．To clean up the landfills.
25．What does Rust Belt Riders mainly do
A．Buy the wasted food from its clients.
B．Teach students to compost food waste.
C．Make compost soil with the collected food.
D．Cooperate with schools to sell the compost soil.
26．Which of the following may Emily Cass agree with
A．Students could benefit a lot from the program.
B．Students can supervise the environment in class.
C．I’s wrong to make profits by selling compost soil.
D．The cafeteria is the best place to compost food waste.
27．What is a suitable title for the text
A．A Method of Helping Plants to Grow
B．Compost Soil — The Nutrient-rich Soil
C．The Composting Revolution of Rust Belt Riders
D．Robert Kurtz — An Environmental Conservationist
C
A new study has shown that playing an instrument or singing in a choir may promote your brain. It explains why generations of parents have told their children to practice their musical instruments. Parents have good reasons to lay emphasis on their children’s musical education since learning an instrument is not only associated with cognitive (认知的) performance but also intelligence scores in children. But does this musicality translate to better cognition later in life
A recent study in the International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry investigated this question by asking middle-aged and older people to complete a questionnaire on their lifetime musical experience before completing cognitive thinking tests. The results showed that musical people had better memory and executive function — the ability to stay focused on tasks, make a plan, and have self-control — than those with less or no musicality.
A good memory is important for playing a musical instrument, such as playing music from memory, and this seems to translate to people’s cognitive performance. Similarly, executive function is required when playing an instrument, and it translates to improved cognitive performance too.
Although most people in the study played an instrument for only a few years, this finding was similar, regardless of which instrument people played, or the level of musical proficiency (熟练) people acquired.
What makes a difference, however, is whether people still play an instrument or only played in the past. Those who still play an instrument show higher cognitive performance. This makes sense as continued engagement in cognitively stimulating activities should result in continued brain health benefits while having played the guitar for three years at primary school might not have such a big impact on our cognitive performance later in life.
28．Why do parents stress children’s musical education
A．It has an effect on mental health.
B．It helps children to go to collegc.
C．It is beneficial to cognitive thinking.
D．It contributes to good scores in study.
29．How does playing an instrument promote one’s brain
A．By stimulating the nerve cells.
B．By developing great musicality.
C．By bettering one’s learning ability.
D．By improving one’s concentration.
30．What influences cognitive performance according to the study
A．Different instruments people play.
B．Practicing continuity people keep.
C．Musical proficiency people acquire.
D．Live performances people engage in.
31．What message does the author seem to convey in the text
A．Musicality leads to success.
B．Music affects children’s growth.
C．Playing instruments boosts cognition.
D．Instrument players have healthier brains.
D
Robots with artificial intelligence (AI) have been tested in care homes in the UK and Japan. Initial tests show that the robots reduce loneliness and improve the mental health of elderly residents.
The robot, called Pepper, was developed for a project called CARESSES. which is trying to create robots that behave and speak like the people they’re helping. To do this, Pepper uses a new type of AI that gives it “cultural competence,” or the ability to adjust how it speaks to different people, taking things like age, culture and religion into account.
The robot is autonomous and can remember things about the people it talks to, ask questions and make suggestions for activities. It can play the radio and is also able to remind people about important dates or to take medication.
The test project, which ran from 2017 to January 2020, was funded by the European Union and the Japanese government. The study found that older adults who spent up to 18 hours over two weeks with the robot saw a significant improvement in their mental health and a small decrease in loneliness. However, only 45 people participated, so more research is needed to confirm the results.
“This study is groundbreaking because it is the first and largest ever investigation into the use of autonomous social robots for older adults in care settings,” said Dr. Chris Papadopoulos of the University of Bedfordshire, one of the universities that worked on the study. “Poor mental health and loneliness are significant health concerns and we have demonstrated that robots can help relieve these.” However, according to users, there were some problems, like distracting head and hand movements, not enough cultural awareness, and surface conversations.
Papadopoulos said that Pepper is still being developed and it would take two to three more years of research and development before similar robots could be used in care homes. He also said Pepper wouldn’t replace human careers, but could help to improve the mental health of the elderly.
32．What can Pepper do for the elderly
A．Make decisions for them.
B．Introduce different cultures to them.
C．Remind them of some important things.
D．Provide some simple medical treatments.
33．What do we know about the project
A．It proves helpful for the elderly.
B．It was funded by the UK and Japan.
C．It lasted three years with confirmed results.
D．It aims to create robots with thinking ability.
34．What does the underlined word “groundbreaking” in Paragraph 5 probably mean
A．Deserving. B．Innovative. C．Ordinary. D．Rewarding.
35．What can be inferred about the robot
A．It is for sale on the market currently.
B．It is a success without any weakness.
C．It will replace caretakers in care homes.
D．It provides a way of company for the elderly.
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。
Resilience refers to the ability to recover quickly from difficulties, setbacks and failures. Resilient individuals are able to bounce back from tough situation, often strengthened and more powerful than before. Research has shown that for certain people, resilience may seem to come naturally. 36 . Here are some techniques you can employ.
Believe in yourself
Having confidence in your own ability to cope with the stress of life can play an important part in resilience. Always remind yourself of your own strengths and accomplishments. 37 . When you hear them, practice immediately replacing them with positive ones, such as, “I can do this,” “I’m a great friend/mother/partner,” or “I’m good at my job.”
38
Having caring, supportive people around you acts as a protective factor during times of crisis. While simply talking about a situation with a friend or loved one won’t make your trouble go away, it allows you to share your feelings, get support, receive positive feedback, and come up with possible solutions to your problems.
Embrace change
39 . By learning how to be more adaptable, you’ll be better equipped to respond when faced with a life crisis. Resilient people often use the event as an opportunity to branch out in new directions. While some people may feel upset by sudden changes, highly resilient individuals are able to adapt and make progress.
Everyone can learn to be resilient and it doesn’t involve any specific set of behaviors or actions. 40 . Resilience may take time to build, so don’t get discouraged if you still struggle to cope with different problems.
A．Be willing to share
B．Develop a strong social network
C．Therefore, they get out of trouble easily
D．Don’t be afraid of the negative comments
E．Flexibility is an essential part of resilience
F．However, it can also be learned later in life
G．It can vary dramatically from person to person
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四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Ghunta was born into a poor family in a rural part of Western Jamaica. He, together with his brothers and sisters was 41 by a single mother, who often had to make 42 choices about how to make use of their 43 resources, including the choice to send his oldest sister to school, and to keep Ghunta at home. When he finally 44 school, he struggled to catch up on his reading skills for lack of 45 to books.
By the time he entered sixth grade, he could only spell his name, but unable to recognize words or read with 46 . The obvious gap in studying made Ghunta shy and lonely. The situation was further 47 by some teachers who made him feel worthless.
However, when Ghunta was about 12, a young teacher-in-training decided to launch a special reading program for 48 students. Ghunta was the first student to be 49 . That teacher, who was incredibly kind to him, had a profound impact on him. “She did not ask anything of me, 50 that I work hard and believe in myself,” he recalled.
Under her guidance, Ghunta’s reading skills 51 improved, and he began to have faith in himself. His life took on a new 52 and a passion for writing was burning within him. Today, Ghunta is not only a published author but also an award-winning poet. With hard work, dedication and 53 of a kind teacher, it is possible to 54 hardship and achieve our dreams, no matter how 55 the journey may seem.
41．A．cared about B．turned out C．brought up D．sent away
42．A．tough B．sensitive C．obvious D．simple
43．A．various B．limited C．relevant D．natural
44．A．quit B．finished C．acquired D．attended
45．A．exposure B．approach C．appeal D．devotion
46．A．intelligence B．need C．interest D．doubt
47．A．improved B．controlled C．complicated D．worsened
48．A．struggling B．excellent C．curious D．gifted
49．A．thanked B．blamed C．included D．refused
50．A．except B．besides C．such D．so
51．A．typically B．gradually C．frequently D．slightly
52．A．look B．duty C．focus D．victory
53．A．optimism B．permission C．pressure D．support
54．A．identify B．overcome C．face D．admit
55．A．effortless B．endless C．challenging D．thrilling
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。
A fisherman from USA caught a very rare bright blue lobster (龙虾) off the coast of Maine and 56 (choose) to set it free back into the ocean. But the 57 (photo) of it went viral on the social media.
While the shells of lobsters are generally red or brown in color, the blue shell is a result of a genetic mutation (突变), 58 causes the lobster to produce more of a particular protein than others, 59 (lead) to the rare blue color. Because blue lobsters are 60 (extreme) rare, fishermen Believe it’s a sign of good luck to catch one.
Yellow, orange and crystal-colored lobsters are considered even 61 (rare) than bright blue ones. According to the lobster Institute, yellow lobsters account for about one in 30 million of the total population, while the chances of catching a crystal lobster are believed to be one in 100 million. Blue lobsters may not be the most unusual, 62 they are undoubtedly the best to look at.
Many restaurants in the UK have agreed to spare the rare blue lobsters and give them a new place 63 (live). “I felt responsible. Something so rare doesn’t require a place on the menu. Every species 64 (deserve) a fair chance at survival,” Said Austin Hopley, a chef at “The Hare”, “It is 65 extraordinary finding and worth saving to try to educate the public about the amazing creatures in the ecosystem.”
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
假定你是李华，在国外一所高中进行交换学习，学校餐厅为提高服务质量在广泛征求意见，请你给餐厅经理John写一封邮件，内容包括：
1．反馈问题；
2．提出建议。
注意：1．词数80左右，文章首尾已给出，不计入总词数；
2．可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear John,
I am writing to share some feedback and suggestions regarding the cafeteria.
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
Best regards
Li Hua
第二节（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 2002, and two months earlier, my mum, Debbie, bad moved my two older sisters and me 4000km away from our old home and my grandma Mary, 62, for a new job.
Before the move, Grams, as I called her, lived with us, and she and I shared a bedroom. She’d help me get ready for school each morning, and on weekends she’d take me shopping or to the horse races. We’re like two peas in a pod (形影不离). Everywhere we went, people knew Grams for her outgoing personality and I missed it desperately.
“I want to move back with Grams,” I told Mum one day. Aware of our special bond, she told me to call Grams and see what she thought. “I’d love that. Krissy!” Grams exclaimed down the phone line. So at 15, I flew back to live with her. We became properly best friends. watching old movies or dancing to music together. Grams was very stylish, often giving me fashion advice, and she also taught me how to cook.
When I attended high school, I bccame a bit wild, staying out late. But when I came home, Grams always welcomed me with open arms. “Remember, Krissy.” she told me, “No matter where life takes you, family is what matters.” It was her unconditional love that got me through my teenage years and kept me from going completely off the rails.
When she reached her early 70s. Grams began exhibiting some strange behavior. One day, I noticed she’d turned on the oven. “What are you cooking, Grams ” I called out. “I’m not cooking anything,” she responded in confusion from the living room. This forgetfulness became a pattern of dangerous behavior. One day, we even found her barefoot in the snow. Eventually, she confessed that something didn’t feel right in her mind. “It’s like I’m not here in this world with you,” she told me sadly.
I took her to the doctor and the result was heartbreaking. “Your grandma has Alzheimer’s disease,” the doctor told us, “she’ll need 24-hour care.” Helpless, we checked her into assisted living. However, it seemed that my once lively grandma was very depressed there, which grieved me a great deal.
注意：1．所续写短文的词数应为150左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1:
I decided to quit my job to look after her. ________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
Paragraph 2:
As I shared the videos of our daily life online, unexpected support and likes poured in. ____________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
高中2022级第二学年末教学质量测试参考答案
英语
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）
1—5 BCACB
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
6—10 ACABA 11—15 BCACA 16—20 CBBAB
第二部分 阅读（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）
21—25 ADCBC 26—30 ACCDB 31—35 CCABD
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
36—40 FDBEG
第三部分 英语运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
41—45 CABDA 46—50 CDACA 51—55 BADBC
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
56．chose 57．photos 58．which 59．leading 60．extremely
61．rarer 62．but 63．to live 64．deserves 65．an
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
One possible version:
Dear John,
I am writing to share some feedback and suggestions regarding the cafeteria.
Firstly, we have noticed that the quality of some dishes varies. Additionally, the waiting time during lunchtime can be quite long, which makes it difficult for us to manage our time efficiently.
In order to improve the services, we suggest that you conduct regular surveys on students’ food preferences, monitor the quality of food, and ensure that it meets the different demands of students. Furthermore, it would be helpful if you could implement a system to reduce waiting time, such as by staggering (错开) lunch breaks or introducing more efficient ordering methods.
We appreciate your commitment to providing quality services and hope you will consider these suggestions seriously.
Best regards,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
Para1: I decided to quit my job to look after her. Hearing my decision, she hugged me tightly, tears streaming down her face. We cooked the food she liked and watched movies together like the old days. To brighten her days and stimulate her memory, I took her shopping and to the horse races on a regular basis. We also visited parks and seaside, immersing ourselves in the natural beauty. Gradually, her spark slowly came back. Seeing her bright smile, I was seized by a sense of relief, feeling like I had done the right thing. With my camera, these invaluable daily moments were captured.
Para2: As I shared the videos of our daily life online, unexpected support and likes poured in. People from all over the world were touched by our story and the pure joy we shared. Our daily interactions also served as an inspiration to many in similar situations. Inspired by the attention my posts received, I started an online community dedicated to supporting families caring for loved ones with Alzheimer. Through this platform, I shared tips, resources, and personal stories of hope and resilience. Sometimes Gram’s condition sadly worsened and she didn’t always know who I was. However, it was still a joy to be with Gram in the final chapter of her life and to live each moment to the max. I was grateful for the joy she brought to my life and the unexpected way she inspired me to make a difference in the lives of others.

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