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文博中学2023-2024学年高二下学期期末考试
英语科考试（题目卷）
（完卷时间：120分钟，总分：150分）
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡上。
2. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。
第一部分 听力（略）
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
Most Popular UK Destinations for a Staycation
Looking for a cheap stay cation to brighten up your winter Here are the most popular destinations in the UK.
Blackpool
Whether you’re seeking the thrills of Blackpool Pleasure Beach or are keen to catch a glimpse of Blackpool Tower, the city’s most appealing attraction, the seaside town offers various amazing views. It’s no wonder the town has gained 980.8 million views on TikTok. With accommodation price 75 for a night, you’ll have a golden opportunity to enjoy Blackpool's Illuminations (彩灯) display and the Seaside Trail.
Searborough
North Yorkshire’s Scarborough sees 49,500 monthly searches and 686.4 million views on TikTok. One of the local highlights is the annual St Nicholas Fair. While a one-night stay in Scarborough costs 85, the town offers holiday-makers opportunities to experience ancient British culture at the 12th-century castle ruins.
Swansea
The Welsh town sees 27,100 monthly searches and has 622.4 million views on TikTok. Swansea’s Waterfront Wonderland brings with it the Alpine Village and various amusement attractions. Spending a night here costs just 10 pounds more than in Scarborough. But if you book a week earlier, you can get a 5 percent discount in total. With Cardiff only being an hour’s drive from Swansea, you have the perfect opportunity to catch a game of ice hockey.
Bournemouth
Bournemouth isn’t called Sunny Bournemouth for nothing, as holiday-makers can enjoy breathtaking views along the Jurassic Coast. With a World Heritage Site within its borders, it’s no surprise to see this town with the high number of views on TikTok (868.3 million). A one-night stay will cost you 105, giving you the perfect opportunity to get relaxed.
1. What is the most attractive in Blackpool
A. Blackpool Pleasure Beach. B. Blackpool Tower.
C. The Illuminations display. D. The Seaside Trail.
2. How much will a tourist at least pay for a night in Swansea
A. 70. B. 85. C. 85.75. D. 90.25.
3. Which of the following has the second-highest number of views on TikTok
A. Blackpool. B. Swansea. C. Scarborough. D. Boumemouth.
B
The next generation of scientists and inventors is already finding approaches to address society’s problems. A group of high school students and their instructor report a solution to the problem of lead (铅) pollution in drinking water — an inexpensive faucet (水龙头) attachment that removes this poisonous metal. Unlike conventional filters currently on the market, theirs includes a container made of eco-friendly plastic and indicates when it’s “used up” by turning the tap water yellow.
“A few years ago, I saw a video of a woman in Michigan turn on her tap water, and it came out brown.” says Rebecca Bushway, the project’s principal investigator. “That made me think — because there’s really no safe level of lead in drinking water, wouldn’t it be nice to have a water filter that could tell you your water is polluted, well before it turns brown because of lead ”
Bushway, as a science teacher, wondered aloud to her chemistry class if there was a little filter that they could make from inexpensive components to easily remove lead. The students were excited about the idea, and they started thinking about the project in 2020.
The students discussed designs for an attachment to screw (用螺丝固定) a filter onto a sink’s faucet. Then in the spring semester of 2021, they 3D printed the attachment and a 3-inch-tall filter housing, using eco-friendly plastic. They filled the containers with some chemical powder. Next, the students added a tiny spectrophotometer (分光光度计) with a single-wavelength LED to the bottom of the filter container. They installed an indicator light that turns on as soon as the detector identifies the yellow color of the lead iodide (碘化铅).
The team’s goal is to make and sell their filters for less than $1 each. Because the housings use eco-friendly plastic, the cost could trend a little higher, but the material would help reduce the overall environmental impact of the filter.
The process of developing the filter has been very fulfilling. “Ultimately, this experience has shown students they can make a difference to somebody, and that there are problems they can fix with science,” said Bushway.
4. What shows that the filter is running out according to the text
A. The change of the water’s color. B. The change of the filter housing’s color.
C. The times of the filter being used. D. The flash of the indicator light.
5. What inspired Bushway to remove lead in the water
A. Her personal experience in Michigan. B. The unsafe water used by a woman.
C. A lack of safe drinking water. D. The experiments carried out in her class.
6. What can be inferred from paragraphs 4 and 5
A. Chemical powder reacts with the lead in the water.
B. A detector is fixed to identify the lead iodide.
C. The students have developed eco-friendly plastic.
D. The filter has an advantage over others in price.
7. What is the author’s purpose in writing this passage
A. To advertise a product to remove lead to readers.
B. To highlight the hardships the inventors encounter.
C. To praise the young for shouldering responsibilities.
D. To stress the importance of environmental protection.
C
Birds in North America will no longer be named after people, the American Ornithological Society (美国鸟类学会) announced Wednesday. Next year, the organization will begin to rename around 80 species found in the U.S. and Canada.
“There is power in a name, and some English bird names have associations with the past that continue to be exclusionary (排他的) and harmful today,” the organization’s president, Colleen Handel, said in a statement. “Everyone who loves and cares about birds should be able to enjoy and study them freely.”
Rather than review each bird named after a person individually, all such birds will be renamed, the organization announced. Birds that will be renamed include those currently called Wilson’s warbler and Wilson’s snipe, both named after the 19th-century naturalist Alexander Wilson. Audubon’s shearwater, a seabird named for John James Audubon, also will get a new name. In 2020, the organization renamed a bird once referring to a Confederate Army general, John P. McCown, as the thick-billed longspur.
“I’m really happy and excited about the announcement,” said Emily Williams, an ornithologist at Georgetown University who was not involved in the decision. She said heated discussions over bird names have been happening within birdwatching communities for the past several years. “Naming birds based on habitat or appearance is one of the least problematic approaches,” she said.
Earlier this year, the National Audubon Society (NAS) announced that it would keep its name, even as critics and some voices within the organization have argued that it should dump (抛弃) the association with a man, John James Audubon, whose family treated their employees cruelly.
“The name has come to represent so much more than the work of one person,” Susan Bell, chair of the National Audubon Society’s Board of Directors, told Audubon magazine in March, adding, “We shouldn’t ignore what John James Audubon did to his employees in the past.”
8 Why are some examples given in paragraph 3
A. To state naming birds after people is common practice.
B. To show birds are closely related to people’s daily life.
C. To introduce some famous naturalists to the readers.
D. To stress the influence celebrities have on society.
9. How should birds be named according to Emily Williams
A. After their places of birth.
B. Based on their communities.
C. According to their habits.
D. In terms of their living places.
10. What is Susan Bell’s attitude towards the decision of NAS
A. Supportive. B. Carefree.
C. Disapproving. D. Sympathetic.
11. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text
A. Rare Species Found in North America
B. Bird Names Linking to Human History
C. Discussions Caused by Bird Names
D. Bird Species to Be Renamed Next Year
D
In an era dominated by texting and messaging apps, phone calls seem to become a relic (遗物) of the past among younger generations, Gen Z in particular. A recent survey shows that a quarter of 18 to 24-year-olds refuse to pick up the phone, and over half ignore calls from their parents. Why do we find phone calls so awkward, and is avoiding them damaging our relationships
The avoidance of phone calls isn’t just a preference; it’s a display of anxiety. Phone conversations can be awkward due to the lack of non-verbal clues. In face-to-face interactions, we rely heavily on gestures, facial expressions, and body language to interpret messages, which are absent in phone conversations. This can lead to misunderstandings and a feeling of disconnect. Additionally, the pressure to respond immediately without enough time to think, as afforded by messaging apps, can increase the anxiety associated with phone calls.
Despite the discomfort they may cause, phone conversations are an important skill. In the professional world, the ability to communicate effectively over the phone remains a critical skill. As I emphasize in my teachings and workshops, clear, confident, and real-life communication can significantly impact personal and professional success. Therefore, it’s crucial for younger generations, including Gen Z, to learn how to communicate well with others over the phone, not just for professional success but also for developing personal relationships.
Relying merely on messaging apps can have harmful effects on Gen Z’s well-being and relationships. The survey indicates a growing discomfort with direct voice communication can lead to a lack of deeper, empathetic (共情的) connections. This can potentially impact their ability to form meaningful relationships and deal with situations where direct communication like phone calls is momentous.
Moreover, as I advocate in my approach to public speaking, including emotional elements into communication enhances memorability (值得记忆) and impact. Phone conversations, with their immediate and personal nature, can develop a deeper emotional connect ion than text-based communication.
12. What can we know from paragraph 2
A. Why people are making fewer phone calls.
B. How young men respond to phone calls.
C. What impact can phone calls have.
D. How much further phone calls go.
13. Which statement will the author probably agree with
A. Future success is mainly based on phone talks.
B. It's vital to acquire the art of phone conversation.
C. Learning how to communicate is the focus.
D. Much remains to be done for better personal skills.
14. What does the underlined word “momentous” mean in paragraph 4
A. Obvious. B. Important. C. Missing. D. Temporary.
15. Where is the text most probably taken from
A. An interview. B. A book review. C. A lecture. D. A diary entry.
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。
For many students, maths and science have always been boring and even difficult subjects. Teachers have long tried a variety of ways to get students excited about STEM, which stands for science, technology, engineering and maths. ____16____.
The use of robotics is on the rise in today’s world. ____17____ Not only does it give them a head start in subjects like computer programming, maths and science, it can also develop an interest in careers students may have never considered before.
Robots are most often related to technology and other STEM-related fields. However, playing with robots has educational benefits beyond simply learning to build and program the robots themselves. Robots can be used to in problem-based learning to develop students’ problem-solving skills and get them working cooperatively and more. In this learning model, students are presented with a problem they must solve. ____18____. This inspires creativity, critical thinking and cooperation—all important 21s-century skills.
Robots aren’t just for students who need a challenge. ____19____ Students with autism who may shy away from interaction with a human being are more likely to open up to a robot, and the risk of failure or embarrassment in front of the robot is much lower. Robots can provide a way for them to practice social skills without the pressure of interacting with a real person.
There are a wide variety of robots available for classroom use. ____20____ It now makes robots designed for students in elementary and middle school. The robots can be programmed using a computer or tablet and a simplified programming app. This introduces the basics of programming and robotics to younger students who might then choose to study further in high school and college.
Robots are only going to become a bigger part of everyday life in the future. Using robots in the classroom is a proven way to get kids excited and increase learning.
A. Allowing students to play with robots and learn how they work can have huge benefits for them.
B. Instead of following a teacher’s directions, students work out their own solutions to the problem.
C. One of the most popular is from LEGO, the company that first made engineering fun for kids.
D. It turns out one of the best ways to get kids interested in STEM is through the use of robots.
E. Playing with robots can have additional benefits for students with disabilities.
F. Research into this possibility has already begun.
G. Robots are naturally fun and exciting for kids.
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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
The summer after my freshman year college, I had to get my first job. This was probably one of the ____21____ tasks I have ever had to do. I had never held a job when I was in high school because my parents wanted me to put all my ____22____ into my studies.
At first, it was very hard. I filled out dozens of ____23____ but got no calls back in the first two weeks. It made sense because I had ____24____ no job experience. All I could ____25____ was that being a high school graduate and a year of college.
However, halfway through the third week, I finally got a call back from one of the places I ____26____. We had set up a meeting time, and after my ____27____, I was more than ready to start working the following Monday. I was ____28____ at the chance of working for my wages.
When I started, it was very clear that I was not ____29____. I made mistakes with orders and often _____30_____ sales promotions (推销). My parents made a bet I would not _____31_____ the first two weeks, and I would be back looking for more _____32_____. However, I stuck with it.
After working a while, I got better at orders, and always _____33_____ the cheaper options for customers. A couple of weeks later, I had been told by the manager that I had _____34_____ the award of the best employee of the month. It taught me a lot about responsibility and gave me the _____35_____ of working.
21. A. funniest B. worst C. hardest D. lightest
22. A. energy B. motivation C. wisdom D. ambition
23. A. questionnaires B. surveys C. certifications D. applications
24. A. exactly B. absolutely C. partly D. doubtfully
25. A. explain B. claim C. interpret D. offer
26. A. signed up B. applied to C. checked in D. headed for
27. A. interview B. graduation C. arrangement D. performance
28. A. surprised B. disappointed C. excited D. worried
29. A. skilled B. frightened C. patient D. satisfied
30. A. avoided B. abandoned C. postponed D. forgot
31. A. spend B. last C. continue D. wait
32. A. ideas B. expectations C. jobs D. instructions
33. A. sold B. produced C. kept D. recommended
34. A. confirmed B. received C. guaranteed D. become
35. A. confidence B. importance C. expectation D. hope
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。
China drilled a tunnel through for expressway transport in Beijing on Monday. It is the ____36____ (long) expressway tunnel in the country created using the shield-tunneling method (盾构隧道法).
With a total length of 7.4 km, the tunnel project ____37____ (design) to have a two-way six-lane expressway on the middle level, smoke vent (排烟孔) on the upper level ____38____ evacuation (疏散) and rescue routes on the lower level, according to the Beijing Capital Highway Development Group Co., Ltd., which is carrying out the project.
The tunnel is part of Beijing’s east ____39____ (six) ring road project. The deepest section of the tunnel, ____40____ is 75 meters underground, is the deepest underground tunnel in Beijing. In June, the west tunnel of the project was the first ____41____ (drill) through. The east tunnel was just drilled through on Monday.
With ____42____ excavation diameter of 16.07 meters and a length of about 145 meters, the shield-tunneling machine adopted in the project is ____43____ (independent) designed and made by Chinese companies. It weighs 4,500 tonnes.
The tunnel project has helped make way for more space on the ground for ____44____ (promote) industrial development and planning large parks, contributing ____45____ the high-quality development of Beijing’s sub-center Tongzhou District and coordinated transport development in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region.
第四部分写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假设你是高一学生李华，你的英国网友Rose想了解福建省图书馆 (Fujian Provincial Library) 和你暑假在图书馆学习的计划。请你给她写一封邮件，内容包括：
1. 简介福建省图书馆（位于市中心；交通方便；藏书380万册等）；
2. 暑假期间，你在图书馆学习的计划；
3. 期待Rose 来参观图书馆。
注意：
1. 词数80左右；
2. 请使用适当词汇以使行文连贯。
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第二节（满分25分）
47. 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 four-year-old son Jack had a vast collection of toy cars, his prized possessions. One day, I jokingly suggested, “Jack, how about giving away some of your toy cars to the children who don’t have any ” “No, these are mine,” he said angrily, holding on to his toy cars tightly. At that moment, I knew he didn’t grasp the importance of sharing. Therefore, I decided it was time for me to teach him a valuable lesson.
The next day, I planned a special day out with him with the aim of gently getting him to open his heart. Our special day began with a visit to the local park, a place where Jack always feels pleased. We found a tree coming into flower, bathed in the warm sunlight. Nearby, a group of children were playing together. “Look, Jack,” I pointed out. “See how they’re sharing their toys Notice the smiles on their faces ” Those children attracted Jack’s attention. He watched carefully as one child passed a bright red toy truck to another, and he noticed how their faces lit up in a shared moment of happiness. It made him feel curious. I continued, “Sharing doesn’t just make others happy, it can make you feel good too.” Jack kept silent with his expression becoming thoughtful and a bit doubtful.
On the way home, we stopped by a small community center which was hosting a charity event. Volunteers, cheerful and warm, were collecting toys for the poor children. Tables in front of them were decorated with various kinds of toys. Jack observed some children of his age eagerly contributing toys, their faces shining with pride and happiness. “See, Jack,” I whispered. “A small act of kindness can bring great joy to you and others.” Jack made no reply but from his hesitant look I could see he was struggling with an internal conflict.
注意：
1．续写词数应为150左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1: As we were about to leave, a little girl arrived.
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Paragraph 2: Moved by the little girl, Jack urged me to take him home.
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文博中学2023-2024学年高二下学期期末考试
英语科考试（答案）
第一部分 听力（略）
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
【1~3题答案】
【答案】1. B 2. D 3. D
B
【4~7题答案】
【答案】4. A 5. B 6. B 7. C
C
【8~11题答案】
【答案】8. A 9. D 10. C 11. D
D
【12~15题答案】
【答案】12. A 13. B 14. B 15. C
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。
【16~20题答案】
【答案】16. D 17. A 18. B 19. E 20. C
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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
【21~35题答案】
【答案】21. C 22. A 23. D 24. B 25. D 26. B 27. A 28. C 29. A 30. D 31. B 32. C 33. D 34. B 35. A
第二节（共10小题；每小题1. 5分，满分15分）
【36~45题答案】
【答案】36. longest
37. is designed
38 and 39. sixth
40. which 41. to be drilled 42. an
43. independently
44. promoting 45. to
第四部分写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
【46题答案】
【答案】Dear Rose,
I hope this email finds you well. I am happy to share with you some information about the Fujian Provincial Library and my plan to study there during the summer vacation.
The Fujian Provincial Library is located in the heart of the city, making it easily accessible by public transportation.With a collection of over 3.8 million books, it is a treasure trove of knowledge. I find the library to be a peaceful and conducive environment for studying.
During the summer vacation, I plan to spend a few hours each day at the library, immersing myself in my textbooks and assignments. I would be thrilled if you could visit the library when you come to China. I am looking forward to it.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
【47题答案】
【答案】As we were about to leave, a little girl arrived. Jack’s gaze was fixed on the girl who was no older than him. She walked into the community center with a firm step, her hands holding a well-worn teddy bear tightly. Handing the volunteer her teddy bear, she said, “This is my only toy, but I want to give it away to pass on my best wishes to others.” Jack’s eyes widened as he absorbed the simple yet powerful message. Then his hesitant expression was replaced by a determined look.
Moved by the little girl, Jack urged me to take him home. Upon arriving home, he rushed into his bedroom and care fully sorted through his toy cars. “Dad, I want to give these to other kids,” he said earnestly, showing me a fistful of his favorites. We packed them together and headed back to the community center. As we arrived, Jack eagerly handed his cars over to the volunteers, his eyes full of the joy of sharing. Seeing his transformation filled my heart with huge pride. It was a meaningful day for both of us.

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